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TUNES ON MY CRUISE

This weekend, I’m going to take a cruise on my motorcycle. With the increased traffic and terrible student drivers, I figure that getting a bit out of town might be my best bet at survival. The plan is to cruise ranch road 12 until the intersection with FM 32, where I’ll take a left and cruise down the Devil’s Backbone until I’ve had my fill, probably stopping at the Devil’s Backbone Overlook along the way. On my way back, I’m going to stop by Riley’s Tavern, a historic landmark, for some beer and live music. Beth Lee and the Break ups go on at 6 p.m., and Dallas Burrow goes on at 9 p.m.. I probably won’t make it until 9 p.m., as by that time, I will have developed a very slight buzz and some massive hunger pains. On my cruise back, I’m going to stop by Savages Hill Country Bar and Grill at the intersection of RR 12 and FM 32 for a little grub. We’ll see what my heart desires at that time, but at this moment, I’m thinking I can’t go wrong with a patty melt and a soda.

CHILL WITH BACK TO SCHOOL

This weekend in San Marcos might be the best time to simply chill. Hard as it is to believe, the summer is finally coming to a close, and soon we’ll be settling into an autumn routine that will include football games, San Marcos High School and Broke Thespian Theatre seasons, pumpkin spice everything, Texas State tailgate parties and more. Families with kiddos can visit Roughhouse Brewing tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. for free hot dogs meals to celebrate Back to School. Couples looking for a fun date night on the Square, check out The Davenport’s Friday Funktion with live music, a silent disco and a vintage market. This event runs all the way to 2 a.m., so it’s sure to be a cool time in a couple of ways. Follow that up on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. with brunch at Industry featuring music with local favorite Kelany Brent. Industry boasts an amazing (and healthy) Industry Bowl with field greens, rice, Brussels, sweet potatoes, pepitas and feta with a cashew garlic/honey vinaigrette. Also on offer (heavenly but not quite as healthy), try Industry’s Porky’s Pancakes which features a short stack of fluffy pancakes with pork pastor, bacon, berry compote and maple syrup.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

Fri, 08/25/2023 - 12:00am

The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos

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Live Music

Fri, 08/25/2023 - 12:00am

The Railyard

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Water utility faces pumping fines

Fri, 08/25/2023 - 12:00am

Local water utility company Aqua Texas, which services the northern side of the Wimberley Valley, was fined nearly half a million dollars for pumping almost twice the amount of water it was allowed last year out of the Trinity Aquifer. The company is now contesting that fine.

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Finding the balance between insignificance and infinity

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

Dear Readers, In my previous column, I roared about the characteristics of being a Leo and the traits that define our wonderfulness as we celebrate our birthday month. I'm still going strong with revelry. But this week, as I turned another year older and the Perseid Meteor Shower sent shooting stars across the night sky, I found myself feeling rather juxtaposed — pondering the significance of what really matters and what simply does not.

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Loud & Proud Pride Fest set for Sept. 9 on the Square

Loud & Proud Pride Fest will take place this year in three downtown San Marcos venues, including The Marc, The Porch and the vendors market at Sean Patrick’s Irish Pub.
Photos submitted by Manda Miller

The alias Moore Kismet is a representation of 18-year-old musician Omar Davis.

Loud & Proud Pride Fest set for Sept. 9 on the Square

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

Going on to its third consecutive year, Loud & Proud Pride Fest is an independently- owned festival that takes place in the heart of San Marcos during the city’s pride celebration. This year, the festival will take place starting on Sept. 9 and will feature LGBTQ+ live bands, drag performers and DJ/Producers from all over Texas. Also for the first year, Loud & Proud Pride Fest will bring in nationally known acts, including Moore Kismet.

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Nature knows no borders: Birds return to their habitats in the Rio Grande Valley despite the ongoing tensions among humans living there.
Photos from Metro Creative

Exploring Nature: Border B irds

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

It has been a long time since I spotted a blue jay on my property. At one time it was a frequent visitor.

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Photo submitted by Gary Job Corps

Local organizations donate to Hays Cares ‘Shoes of Hope’

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

For seven years, Pastor James Jacobs has led the charge in donating shoes for the children of Hays County prior to the start of the new school year. This year’s event featured a donation of shoes and coloring books for school children, fellowship with city leaders and sausage wraps with chips. Thanks to the donations, these students will be starting the school year with new shoes.

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Wheels-N-Deals Square Dance club will host an open house on Sept. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
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Wheel-N-Deal Square Dance Club to host Open House Sept. 5

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

Wheel-N-Deals Square Dance Club will host an Open House Party on Sept. 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. where attendees will receive an introduction to square dancing.

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The Retired Seniors Volunteer Program matches retired individuals with kindergarten through third grade readers to instill lifelong gains in literacy as well as a love for reading.
Photos submitted by Barbara Weyland

RSVP pairs seniors, students to give the gift of reading

Sun, 08/20/2023 - 5:00am

On an average day, a trip to Kyle from San Marcos might take thirty minutes. In a half an hour, a parent can make a quick evening meal or a family can watch one episode of their favorite TV show. In the grand scheme of things, thirty minutes might seem inconsequential, but in certain regards, it can make all the difference in the world.