Snaptastic Snapdragons will bring an assortment of sorbet freshness to your fall garden. Photos by Norman Winter
These new snapdragons aren’t just fantastic, they’re simply “Snaptastic.” Snaptastic is a relatively new series coming from Syngenta and is considered medium in height, reaching 14 to 16 inches. They fill a void that’s been longed for in the market.
Front of the Henk home on Belvin Street, with mountain laurels flanking the front porch and blooming gardens. Photo by Sharon Lockett
An antique tractor belonged to Casidy Henk’s greatgrandfather in Hays County and serves as yard art while awaiting restoration.
The garden bed under old oak includes part from antique farm machinery among native lantana and colorful fall flowers.
A planting bed below front porch features bright yellow lantana, blue plumbago, red turk’s cap and white flowering vinca surrounding tall lemongrass.
An old hand plow graces Henk garden and echoes family farming heritage. Photos by Sharon Lockett
Spring Lake Garden Club’s November Yard of the Month features a handsome new home on the west end of Belvin Street, blocks from the more familiar heritage district near downtown. November’s winner — the residence of Casidy and Esther Williams Henk — dates from spring 2012, when the Henks received the keys to a house built by volunteers working weekends with the San Marcos chapter of Habitat for Humanity, including Esther and their two children (then ages 12 and 14).
In last week's SMTXLife article titled “Lifelong Dedication:Harvey Miller Day of Service set for Nov. 6 with Dunbar Neighborhood cleanup and reception” by Celeste Hollister, the pull-out quote said “we canted” but in fact, should have read, “we wanted” and was attributed to Jonafa Banbury of the Dunbar Heritage Society, but the correct name of the organization is the Dunbar Heritage Association. We sincerely regret the error.
Broke Thespian’s Theatre Company proudly joins the Price Center and local theatre companies around the world to present “All Together Now! A Global Event Celebrating Local Theatre.”
My journey this week focuses on Veterans Day. I recently read “Understanding A Veteran,” by Ray Starmann, and I want to share his views as follows:
Heritage Association Awards were presented at the 2021 Annual Meeting held in Veramendi Park on Thursday, October 21st. Honored were Marlene Silcocks, Community Volunteer of the Year, and Sherry Baebler, Member of the Year, pictured left to right. Photo by Renee Graham
Treasures will be flying out the door again during the End of the Year Heritage Treasure Sale in the Cottage Kitchen on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
elow, a famous Manske Roll — a cinnamon roll with a delicious buttery glaze. Below, a Gil’s Broiler & The Manske Roll Bakery half-pound hamburger served with two beef patties, mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles and grilled onions, and a side of tater tots. BDaily Record photos by Nick Castillo
There’s just something so craveable about a warm and gooey cinnamon roll.
Operation Turkey is working hard to ensure the homeless and less fortunate receive a warm meal this Thanksgiving for the 22nd consecutive year.
M. Ray Perryman
My dear friend, Pike Powers IV, recently succumbed to Parkinson's after a courageous struggle. Beyond the Austin area, you may not recognize his name, but he changed your life.
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