Texas State University student Bella Sera on the drums with her band Tough on Fridays.
Photos submitted by April Dawn Shinske
Percussionist Bella Sera.
When Bella Sera was growing up in Houston, Texas, she was tired of other kids calling her derogatory names due to her Marfan-syndrome-related tall stature, so she told them to call her “an Amazon” instead.
David Beck and Tejano Weekend.
Photo by Sam Siefert
David Beck’s Tejano Weekend is set to take the Duett’s stage in Martindale on April 20 in what the band hopes to become an annual thing.
Rainier (Rainey) Treviño and Georgie in the North American Tour of “Annie.”
Photo by Evan Zimmerman/MurphyMade
Already the biggest season in Texas Performing Arts’ history, the 2024-2025 Broadway in Austin lineup just got even bigger with the addition of “Annie.”
BPSF 14th Birthday Bash Saturday, April 20 1 - 4 p.m. Roughhouse Brewing 680 Oakwood Loop
In-person fundraiser and announcement of new resources
PLANTS AND DANCE
If you missed the city of San Marcos’ Native Plant Sale and Sustainability Fair last weekend, there will be another chance to buy native plants at the Discovery Center, located at 430 Riverside Drive, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Plants are priced by pot size: four inch pots are $3, one gallon pots are $8 and five gallon pots are $26. You don’t want to miss out because prices like these are literally unheard of, and it’s the perfect time to plant them in your yard; they tend to root and thrive better when planted in the springtime. Last weekend, I got a five gallon pot with a Mountain Laurel, which I cannot wait to watch develop into a beautiful tree. I also planted some Sage Red Salvia that smells so lovely. If you feel like getting your groove on, the local favorite one man band and winner of three different awards at the San Marcos Music Awards, Henry Invisible, will be playing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday at Tantra. He will be playing there every Saturday this April as a matter of fact. If you haven’t seen Henry Invisible live, you definitely need to. He’s lively and fun and has a keen sense of how to make your body move!
A SELF-CARE RESET WITH ANTONIO VIVALDI
Because of Monday’sexciting eclipse, this week has felt somewhat discombobulated. Everything I was supposed to do on Monday afternoon got shifted to Tuesday and so on, creating a kind of domino effect from which I still haven’t recovered. Therefore, this weekend might call for a reset with extra self care in the form of gardening, a hike in Lower Purgatory and a good, long run Sunday morning. On Saturday at 2 p.m., the recharge will continue with the inaugural performance of the Purgatory Creek Chorale Masterwork Chorus, an event held in partnership with the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance and the Hays County Foodbank. PCC — a professional choir — will present “Gloria” by Antonio Vivaldi. According to the event page, this Baroque masterpiece will transport listeners to 18th century Venice. An auditory vacation to Italy? Yes, please! Tickets are offered on a pay-what-you-can donation model; suggested donation is $10. Since the concert is also an official food drive for the Hays County Foodbank, non-perishable food items are welcome. The concert will be held at the Texas State University Performing Arts Center, 430 Moon St.
The San Marcos Daily Record staff gives recommendations on what to do in our community
Dear Readers, Forgive me, I've been caught up in a whirlwind of daylight savings, time zone changes and jet lag, not to mention Spring Break…woo!
Domestic cats and majestic lions have a lot in common, including the ability to nap seemingly forever.
Photo by Metro Creative
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No reason to be so crabby, these shrimp cakes are not shellfish on flavor.
Photo from Metro Creative
Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Whether it’s fish, mollusks or crustaceans, seafood tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than meat- or poultry-based protein sources, and it may be rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Above, April’s Yard of the Month is located on Laurel Ridge at Mimosa Circle in Spring Lake Hills. Left, a Little Free Library in the corner yard continues to serve neighbors.
Photos by Sharon Lockett
Large scale garden art fills the front bed near the entryway, along with a burr oak.
Jerusalem sage greets the spring with bright yellow blossoms.
Photos by Sharon Lockett
Cenizo “Texas sage” shares a bed with sago palm near the street.
Mimosa Circle landscape honors both present and previous homeowners
Students created construction paper truffula trees as part of a Dr. Seuss theme week at Summer Fun.
Photo by Celeste Cook
Looking for a fun, activity- filled place for your children this summer? The City of San Marcos’ Parks and Recreation Department has got you covered.
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