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20 Mercer Street Dancehall Cut a rug and enjoy live music the only way Texans know how.
24 Mayor’s Letter Visitors Bureau Destination Dripping Springs Lodging Restaurants Shopping Music Wineries Map Distilleries Breweries Parks Galleries, Museums, Antiques Weddings & Venues Ranch Park Christmas on Mercer Dripping With Taste Texas Night Sky Fest Calendar of Events
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The Guide to Dripping Springs is a special publication of the Dripping Springs Century News. It is produced twice a year in conjunction with the Dripping Springs Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau.
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Pick from a handful of Dripping Springs and Texas jewels for a day of swimming, hiking and exploring.
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The only museum in Dripping Springs is a must see for visitors as well as locals. Photo of a Hill Country night sky Cover photo by Chris Wuestefeld
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WELCOME TO OUR CITY Welcome to Dripping Springs! We are pleased that you have chosen to visit our scenic, historically rich community. Dripping Springs and the surrounding area offers picturesque views of rolling hills, spring-fed creeks, majestic oak trees, and abundant wildlife. Our residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life, exemplary schools, stunning residential areas, a vibrant commercial center, beautiful parks and
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limits, we are proud to have set aside more than 200 acres of parkland and open spaces. A nature enthusiast’s paradise, you will want to stop by Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Charro Ranch Park for some spectacular views, vast open spaces to explore, and hiking trails aplenty. Birders, nature photographers, outGRRU DÄ FLRQDGRV DQG IDPLOLHV love to frequent these special parks because of the remarkable natural treasures we have preserved. A leader among small comPXQLWLHV DFURVV 7H[DV ZH DUH SURXG WR EH D &HUWLÄ HG 6FHQLF City and to have to have been designated as an International Dark Sky Community. As D Ăœ*ROG /HYHOĂ? UHFLSLHQW RI
the Scenic City Award, our City ZDV UHFRJQL]HG IRU LPSOHmenting high-quality scenic standards for public roadways and public spaces. In addition, DV WKH YHU\ Ä UVW ,QWHUQDWLRQal Dark Sky Community in 7H[DV ZH UHFHLYHG D VSHFLDO designation for protecting and preserving the character of our nighttime sky. I invite you to shop locally, dine at one of our popular eateries, stroll down our famous town center on Mercer Street RU WKH HFOHFWLF 2OG )LW]KXJK Road, visit our annual festivals, and stop by any of our Ä YH EHDXWLIXO &LW\ SDUNV ,I \RX would like to learn more about our community, just check out our city website at www.cityofdrippingsprings.com. We hope you enjoy your stay and come back again and again to visit our friendly community. Best Regards, Mayor Todd Purcell
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Stop by the Visitors Bureau FIND OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND DRIPPING SPRINGS Whether you are visiting, relocating or opening a new business, the Dripping Springs Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, located at 509 W. Mercer Street, stands ready to arm you with the information needed that will guide the way to a perfect experience. It isn’t any wonder their motto is: “It all starts KHUH Ă? Sherrie Parks serves as the Executive Director of the Chamber and Pam Owens is the Director of 7RXULVP 7KH\ DUH DLGHG E\ DQ LQVLJKWIXO ERDUG RI directors and a team of knowledgeable volunteers that share a vision and possess an unmatched understanding of the lay of the land. Ăœ(FRQRPLF GHYHORSPHQW WKDW Ä WV RXU FRPPXQLW\ LV WKH PLVVLRQ RI WKH &KDPEHU Ă? 3DUNV H[SODLQV Ăœ:H know that growth is coming, so we want to spur it in a way that enhances the hometown atmosphere WKDW PDNHV 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV VR VSHFLDO Ă? 7KHUH DUH D PLOOLRQ DQG RQH UHDVRQV WR YLVLW 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV ORFDWHG LQ WKH SLFWXUHVTXH 7H[DV +LOO &RXQWU\ 7KH WRZQ IHDWXUHV DPD]LQJ ORFDO DQG regional parks, historic sites that should not be missed, shopping that is creative, food that is sure to impress, a unique and fun downtown, as well as hotels and bed and breakfasts that can take the edge off even the hardest exterior. Owens and her volunteer staff can answer any question that might come to mind. “We promote year-round tourism for those who YLVLW WKH 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV FRPPXQLW\ Ă? 2ZHQV VD\V “Whether you come here for a week, a wedding or a lifetime, you’re never going to run out of things to do. Visitors are always telling me how friendly SHRSOH DUH KHUH Ă? 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV DOVR KDV DQ DPD]LQJ YDULHW\ RI events, festivals and happenings from Founders Day weekend to Christmas on Mercer that are reason enough to make this your vacation destination [see page 45 for the events list]. 7KH FRPPXQLW\ LV DOVR D SHUIHFW SODFH WR VWD\ while visiting Austin or any of the myriad of wineries, breweries, orchards or iconic landmarks like Hamilton’s Pool Preserve or Pedernales Falls State Park that dot the nearby landscape. Learn more at www.destinationdrippingsprings. com or call the Chamber at 1-512-858-7000, or the Visitors Bureau at 512-858-4740. Email info@destinationdrippingsprings.com.
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DESTINATION: DRIPPING SPRINGS Dripping Springs is well-known as the “Gateway to the +LOO &RXQWU\Ă? EXW RYHU WKH ODVW IHZ \HDUVĂš LWĂšV JURZQ LQWR so much more. Dripping Springs is now a destination. 7KH LG\OOLF FRPPXQLW\ ZLWK WKH VSUDZOLQJ 7H[DV Hill Country has begun to gain steam in the tourism industry. Wedding venues began to call the beautiful JURXQGV KRPH 7KH\ ZHUH IROORZHG E\ ZLQHULHV WKDW FRXOGQĂšW SDVV XS RQ WKH VWXQQLQJ ORFDWLRQV 7KHQ FDPH the breweries and distilleries, and before long, people started looking at Dripping Springs as something other than a small country town. “We have a nice countryside, it’s pretty out here and LWĂšV FDOP Ă? 3DP 2ZHQV 'LUHFWRU RI 7RXULVP IRU 'ULSSLQJ Springs said. “All of these businesses that have come GRQĂšW ZDQW WR EH LQ DQ XUEDQ DWPRVSKHUH Ă? 7KDW LV ZKHUH 'HVWLQDWLRQ 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV FRPHV LQWR play. 7KH QHZ ZHEVLWH E\ WKH 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV &KDPEHU RI Commerce, www.destinationdrippingsprings.com, puts
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Stay in Dripping )URP EHG DQG EUHDNIDVWV WR D QLFH KRWHO VWD\ Ä QGLQJ D place to lay your head in Dripping Springs is an entertaining adventure all on it’s own. First, you must narrow down the list from over 30 options nearby with each offering a unique set of accommodations. Homestead is one of the most popular bed and breakfasts in Dripping Springs because of its combination of history DQG ORFDWLRQ 7KH FKDUPLQJ ORGJH LV D UHFRUGHG 7H[DV KLVtorical landmark remodeled with all the modern amenities. In fact, the historic cabin was initially built in 1854 and the original owner’s wife is credited with giving the town the name Dripping Springs. Beyond its history, the location on Mercer Street, the city’s thriving downtown historical district, makes it one of the favorite places to stay. For those who would like a little more seclusion, there are places like the Star House Bed and Breakfast, which is located west of town on 35 private acres high upon a hilltop overlooking the sloping tree-covered meadows below. Star House also offers a trendy new style of camping FDOOHG Ăœ*ODPSLQJ Ă? *ODPSLQJ LV VKRUW IRU JODPRURXV FDPSing, which is exactly what you can do in Stella’s Moonlight Vintage Airstream. Or you can stop by and try out the newest lodging acFRPPRGDWLRQ LQ WRZQ 7KH /LQH\ 0RRQ 7KH /LQH\ 0RRQ VSHFLDOL]HV LQ OX[XU\ ORGJLQJ DQG Ăœ'ULSSHU\ 7RXUV Ă? ZKLFK are a chauffeured recreational tour of Dripping Springs that includes frequent stops at the distilleries, breweries, wineries and restaurants of your choice. No matter what accommodations you are looking for, WKHUH LV VXUHO\ D SODFH WR Ä W \RXU IDQF\ LQ 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV
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Places to Stay Bella Nido, LLC 23351 FM 150 Driftwood 78619 www.bellanido.com 512-584-5088 Best Western Plus Blanco 2218 Hwy 281 Blanco 78606 www.blancoluxurysuites.com 830-833-5697 Best Western Johnson City Inn 107 South Hwy 281 Blanco 78636 www.bestwesternjohnsoncity.com 830-868-4044 Blanco County Inn & Guesthouses 902 Main Blanco 78606 www.blancocountyinn.com 830-833-4502 Cabin on Barton Creek 3400 Bell Springs Rd Dripping Springs 78620 www.bbonline.com/tx/bartoncreek 512-858-4407 Cabin at Vista West Ranch 311 Vista West Ranch Rd Dripping Springs 78620 www.thecabinatvistawestranch.com 512-801-9258 Camp Lucy Cottages 3509 Creek Road Dripping Springs 78620 www.camplucy.com 512-894-4400 Comfortable Rentals on Nutty Brown 12932 Nutty Brown Rd Austin 78727 www.texasvacationhomes4u.com 512-299-3099 Cottonwood Creek RV Park 2951 RR 165 Dripping Springs 78620 www.cottonwoodcreekrvpark.com 512-858-0321 Deer Run Bed & Breakfast 20 Long Creek Road Austin 78737 www.deerrunbandb.com 512-633-5595
Dripping Springs RV Park 200 Windy Hills Road Dripping Springs 78620 www.dsrvpark.com 512-297-9399
Mt. Gainor Inn 2390 Prochnow Road Dripping Springs 78620 www.mtgainorinn.com 512-858-0982
Sonesta Bee Cave 12525 Bee Cave Parkway Bee Cave 78738 www.sonestabeecave.com 512-954-5528
Fall Creek Vineyards At Driftwood 18059A FM 1826 Driftwood 78619 www.fcv.com 512-858-4050
Onion Creek Kitchens @ Juniper Hills Farms FM 165 Dripping Springs 78620 www.juniperhillsfarm.com 830-833-0910
Star House Bed and Breakfast 3230 RR 165 Dripping Springs 78620 www.starhousebandb.com 512-858-4395
Hillside Acres Retreat 4032 RR 3232 Johnson City 78636 www.hillsideacresretreat.com 830-868-7515 Holiday Inn Express Suites Lakeway 15707 Oak Grove Blvd Lakeway 78734 www.hiexpress.com/lakewaytexas 512-735-5555 Homestead at the Dripping Springs 500 Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 www.dshomesteadbandb.com 512-858-4547 Intercontinental Stephan F Austin Hotel 701 Congress Avenue Austin 78701 www.austin.intercontinental.com 512-721-4223
Oohlah Bean Inn & Retreat 1905 Elder Hil Rd Driftwood 78619 www.oohlabean.com 713-851-3038 Outpost Motel 26200 RR 12 S Dripping Springs 78620 www.OutpostMotelTX.com 512-858-0052
Storm Ranch 2501 Gatlin Creek Road Dripping Springs 78620 www.stormranch.com 512-626-6726 Sunset RV Resort 16910 Hamilton Pool Rd Austin 78738 www.sunsetrvresort.com 512-632-7878
Red Corral Ranch 505 Red Corral Ranch Rd Wimberley 78676 www.redcorralranch.com 830-833-4801 Sleep Inn & Suites 2720 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 www.drippingspringshotel.com 512-858-2400
Tingari Ranch RR 12 South Dripping Springs 78620 www.tingariranch.com 512-900-6306 Tipping T 13127 Fitzhugh Road Austin 78737 www.tippingt.com 512-413-4590
Liney Moon, The 5401 W Fitzhugh Rd Dripping Springs 78620 www.thelineymoon.com 979-777-9144 Lighthouse Hill Ranch 787 Mountaintop Road Johnson City 78636 www.lighthousehillranch.com 512-587-9656 McCoys Hill Country Bed and Breakfast 14440 Sawyer Ranch Rd Dripping Springs 78620 www.McCoysHillCountryBedandBreakfast.com 512-858-5199
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It’s not uncommon to run into the General Manager for Homespun Kitchen and Bar at the Dripping Springs Farmer’s Market. Randy Ford is there almost every Wednesday buying the freshest produce he can get his hands on for the restaurant. Homespun not only aims to please with farm to table food, but they also cater to WKRVH ZKR KDYH D PRUH DGYHQWXURXV SDODWH 7KH\ĂšYH IRXQG WKHLU QLFKH LQ VHUYLQJ wild game entrees. Ăœ:HĂšUH EULQJLQJ ZLOG ERDU FKRSV RQWR RXU PHQX Ă? )RUG VDLG ([SHFW WKDW WR EH RQH of their signature dishes this fall. Ford said he also plans to serve Elk. If you want something a little less exotic, the chicken fried steak is a customer favorite. For the more health conscious, they have a variety of salads. 7KH DWPRVSKHUH LV FRQVLGHUHG IDPLO\ IULHQGO\ ,WĂšV VPDOO DQG FR]\ Ăœ:H FDQ RQO\ VHDW DERXW Ä IW\ RQ WKH LQVLGH Ă? )RUG VDLG 7KHUHĂšV PRUH URRP RQ WKH IURQW SDWLR ZKHUH \RXĂšOO RIWHQ Ä QG D PXVLFLDQ RU WZR SOD\LQJ OLYH PXVLF HYHU\ HYHQLQJ If you bring little ones, you might want to sit outside in the back of the restaurant near the playscape. 7KH UHVWDXUDQW GHOLYHUV RQ IUHVK IRRG DQG HQWHUWDLQPHQW DQG ZKHQ LW FRPHV WR spirits, they’ve got you covered, serving up craft cocktails like their signature desHUW SHDU IRU H[DPSOH 7KDWĂšV DV ORQJ DV SULFNO\ SHDUV DUH LQ VHDVRQ “It’s Starlite Vodka, Grand Marnier, lime juice, orange juice and prickly pear juice VHUYHG ZLWK D VDOWHG ULP JDUQLVKHG ZLWK D OLPH Ă? )RUG H[SODLQHG So, whether you’re looking to unwind with a specialty cocktail or want to grab dinner while the kids play, you’ll feel at home with Homespun. Photos by Bonnie Gonzalez
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5HVWDXUDQWV &RÎ?HH 6KRSV 'HVVHUWV The BIG Drip Ice Cream Parlor 310 Mercer St. Dripping Springs 78620 512-971-3282 Creek Road Cafe 301 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9459 www.creekroadcafe.com Crepe Crazy 660B Hwy 290 West 512-524-3198 www.crepecrazy.com Dairy Queen 403 E. Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-4033 www.dairyqueen.com Drippin’ with Delights 330 W. Mercer St. Dripping Springs 78260 512-829-4732 www.drippinwithdelights.com
Flores Mexican Restaurant 2440 E. Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-2221 www.oresmexican.com Greater Goods Roasting Company 160 McGregor Lane Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-2680 greatergoodsroasting. com Hays City Store 8989 FM 150 West Driftwood 78619 512-350-9531 www.hayscitystoretx. com Hill Country Ranch Pizzeria 598 US 290, Ste 250 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9697 www.hillcountryranchpizzeria.com
Homespun Kitchen & Bar 131 E. Mercer St. Dripping Springs 78620 512-829-4064 www.homespunkitchenandbar.com Mazama Coffee Co. 301 Mercer Street Suite B Dripping Springs 78620 512-200-6472 www.mazamacoffee. com McDonald’s Restaurant 333 E. Hwy 290 Building A Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9920 www.mcdonalds.com
Mercantile Wine & Tapas 211 Mercer St. 100 Commons Suite 7-216 Dripping Springs 78620 512-829-4723 www.mercantileonmercer.com Oak Creek Cafe 660 Hwy. 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-829-4593 Railroad BBQ 1101 Hwy. 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-280-2366 www.rrbbq.com Rolling In Thyme & Dough 333 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-0001 www.thymeanddough. com
The Salt Lick Restaurant and Pavilion 18300 FM 1826 Driftwood 78619 512-894-3117 www.saltlickbbq.com Smoke’n Hops 3799 Hwy. 290 E Dripping Springs 78620 512-655-3069 www.smokenhops.com Thundercloud Subs 598 E. Hwy 290 Suite 230 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4400 www.thundercloud.com Trudy’s Four Star 13059 Four Star Blvd. Austin 78737 512-301-4300 www.trudysfourstar.com
Verde’s Mexican Parrilla 16018 Hamilton Pool Road Austin 78738 512-263-0500 www.verdesmexican. com Well Yeah Cakes 28109 Ranch Road 12 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-2042 www.facebook.com/ wellyeahcakes Whataburger, Inc. 598 E. Hwy 290 W. Suite 500 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-1280 www.whataburger.com Yapa Artisan Empanadas 601 Old Fitzhugh Rd. Dripping Springs 78620 512-633-2709 www.YAPAempanadas. com
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Butterfly Gallery 330 Mercer St., Suite 2 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-2097 www.butterflygallerytx.com Carved Stone 5300 Bell Springs Rd. Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-5665 www.carved-stone.com Cowgirls & Lace and Le Ragge Ruggs 1111 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-0350 www.cowgirlsandlace.com DanTay’s Flowers & Gifts 222 Hwy 290 West Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7625 www.dantays.com
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Drippin’ with Delights 330 W Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 www.drippinwithdelights.com 512-829-4732 Dripping Springs Pharmacy 100 Commons Drive Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7935 www.drippingspringspharmacy. com
Goodie Two Shoes 400 Old Fitzhugh Rd Dripping Springs 78620 512-689-1697 www.facebook.com/goodietwoshoes1?fref=ts Goodwill Industries 100 Commons Dr Suite 2 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7060 www.austingoodwill.com
Revel Wilde 2201 Hwy 290 W Bldg B Dripping Springs 78620 512-694-0160 www.revelwilde.com
Texas Hill Country Olive Co. 2530 W. Fitzhugh Dripping Springs 78620 512-607-6512 www.texashillcountryoliveco.com
Rippy Ranch Supply 345 Mercer St. Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4204
Tractor Supply 1711 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7229 www.tractorsupply.com
Harper’s Fine Jewelry 27490 RR 12, Bldg. B, Dripping Springs 78620
Robin’s at Rippys 204 Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-423-6121 www.robinsclosetds.com
HEB 598 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-2972 www.heb.com
Russell Framing 16746 Fitzhugh rd. #207 Dripping Springs 78620 512-296-2242 russell-collection.com/framing.htm
Hill County Senior Citizens Thrift Store 1310 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4663
Sated Sheep 100 Commons Drive Dripping Springs 78620 512-517-0149 www.satedsheep.com
Lone Star Gifts 301 Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9912 www.lonestargifts.com
Sol’stice Garden Expressioins 900 Hwy 290 West Dripping Springs 78620 512-569-0175 www.solsticeoutdoors.com
Twin Liquors 598 E. Highway 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7744 www.twinliquors.com Valli & Kim 700 West Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4433 www.valliandkim.com VIK Jewelers 598 Hwy 290 E Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-1234 Vintage Soul 300 W Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-567-5934 www.vintagesoultx.com
Monogramming & Etc 120 Frog Pond Lane, Bldg A Ste 100A Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-4061 www.monogrammingetc.com
Star of Texas Liquor & Wine 400 Hwy 290 West Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7007 www.staroftexasliquor.com
New Canaan Farms 5916 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7669 www.newcanaanfarms.com
Starrs on Mercer 209 Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4100 www.starrsonmercer.com
Wesley Gallery & Custom Framing 27008 RR 12 South Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9758 www.wesleygallery.com
Pure Water Stop 27490 Ranch Road 12 Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4464 www.dspurewater.com
Sunny Paige 333 Hwy 290 E Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-5300 www.sunnypaigedesigns.com
Where Men Shop 27490 RR 12, Bldg. 2, Suite B6 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-2130 www.wmsmadetomeasure.com
Ranch 2 Runway 27490 RR 12 South Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-1070 www.ranch2runway.com
Swank Baby Boutique 12009 W. Hwy. 290, Suite 4 Austin 78737 512-291-3866 www.swankbabyboutique.com
Whole Pets Market 911 Hwy 290 W Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-5400 www.facebook.com/ WholePetsMarket 512-296-2242
Vivero Growers Nursery 12000 HWY 290 W Austin 78737 512-587-4476 www.viverogrowers.com
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Intimate Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions Starting at $99 1628 S. 1st Street Austin,TX 78704 • 512.537.1890 info@theaustinweddingchapel.com
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Restaurant and full bar Outdoor beer garden Happy Hour Daily from 4 – 7 1/2 Price bottles of wine on Mondays $3 Drafts on Tuesdays $5 Frozen Margaritas on Thursdays Live Music Horseshoes & Washers
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Last show of our 2015 Season! Finalist for 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
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Local Fine Art & “Artsy” Gifts Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 330 W. Mercer Street, Suite 2 Dripping Springs, TX 78620 512-894-2097 • www.butterflygallerytx.com
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February 12 –March 6 Lend Me a Tenor by Ken Ludwig April 15 - May 8 Good People by David Lindsay-Abaire July 8 – July 31 Lost in Yonkers by Neil Simon September 9 - October 2 Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Tim Rice
222 West Highway 290 Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (512)858-7625 • (800)688-5587
November 11 – Dec. 4 Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Christopher Durang
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Music Venues Barbershop Bar 207 Mercer 512-829-4636 www.barbershopbar.com
Mazama Coffee Co 301 Mercer 512-200-6472 www.mazamacoffee.com
Bell Springs Winery 3700 Bell Springs Road 830-483-9463 www.BellSpringsWinery.com
Mercer Street Dancehall 332 Mercer St 512-858-4314 www.mercerstreetdancehall.com
Homespun Kitchen & Bar 131 E Mercer 512-829-4064 www.homespunkitchenandbar. com
Nutty Brown Café 12225 U.S. 290, Austin, TX 78737 512-301-4648 www.nuttybrown. com
Side Car Tasting Room 501 Old Fitzhugh 512-643-7398 www.bellspringswinery.com/sidecar. html Smoke’N Hops 3799 E Hwy 290 512-655-3069 www.smokehops. com Westcave Cellars 25711 Hamilton Pool Road 512-431-1403 www.westcavecellars.com
Hudson’s on Mercer 381 Mercer 615-364-8727 www.hudsonsonmercer.com
Tuscan Inspired Olive Oil & Wine Tasting Room in the picturesque Hill Country
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY OLIVE COMPANY 2530 w. Fitzhugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620 Ph: 512-607-6512 Hrs: M, W-Sa 11 - 6 & Su 12 - 6 www.texashillcountryoliveco.com
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Ranchwerks Land and Ranch Improvements 512-762-0337 Ranchwerks@gmail.com Dripping Springs, TX Cedar/brush removal • Roads • Welding • Shredding Bobcat work • Field Mowing • Pump systems General clean-ups• Tree trimming and planting Landscape lighting • Sprinkler repairs
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“I think using this underground cellar has given us a unique perspective on the kind of the unique environment that not many places have, because caves have been used for thousands of years and part of that is because it’s this proper EDODQFH RI WHPSHUDWXUH DQG KXPLGLW\ GDUNQHVV Ă? Owner Doug Reed said. “So you want all these things that are a really JRRG HQYLURQPHQW IRU ZLQHV WR DJH LQ Ă? Hawk’s Shadow Winery welcome visits on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. or you can call to make an appointment on any other day. For more information visit www.hawksshadow. com
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Local Wineries Bell Springs Winery 3700 Bell Springs Rd Dripping Springs 78620 830-483-9463 Nate Pruitt www.bellspringswinery.com Driftwood Estate Winery 4001 Elder Hill Rd Driftwood 78619 512-858-9667 Gary Elliott www.driftwoodvineyards.com
Duchman Family Winery 13008 FM 150 Driftwood 78619 512-858-1470 www.duchmanwines.com
Hawk’s Shadow Estate 7500 McGregor Lane Dripping Springs 78620 866-551-9463 www.hawksshadow.com
Solaro Estate Winery 12111 Silver Creek Rd Dripping Springs 78620 832-660-8642 www.solaroestate.com
Fall Creek Vineyards 18059A FM 1826 Driftwood 78619 512-858-4050 www.fcv.com
Salt Lick Cellars 18300 FM 1826 Driftwood 78619 512-894-4013 www.saltlickcellars.com
Westcave Cellars Winery 25711 Hamilton Pool Rd Round Mountain 78663 512-4311403 www.westcavecellars.com
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Local Distilleries Deep Eddy 2250 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 www.deepeddyvodka.com San Luis Spirits (DS Vodka & Gin) 5330 Bell Springs Rd. Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-1199 www.drippingspringsvodka.com
Swift Distillery Dripping Springs www.swiftdistillery.com
Treaty Oak Distilling Co 16604 Fitzhugh Rd Dripping Springs 78620 512-413-1227 www.treatyoakdistilling.com
Revolution Spirits 12345 Paul’s Valley Rd Austin, TX 78737 512-358-1203 www.revolutionspirits.com
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Local Breweries %UHZSXEV Argus Cidery 512-288-0801 12345 Paul’s Valley Rd Austin 78737 www.arguscidery.com
Smoke’N Hops 512-655-3069 3799 US Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 www.smokehops.com
Barbershop Bar 512-829-4636 207 Mercer St. Dripping Springs 78620 www.barbershopbar.com
Thirsty Planet 512-579-0679 11160 Circle Drive Austin 78737 www.thirstyplanet.net
Jester King Brewery 512-364-7278 13005 Fitzhugh Rd Bldg B Austin 78736 www.jesterkingbrewery.com
Twisted X Brewing Co 512-829-5323 23455 W RR 150 Dripping Springs, TX 78620 www.texmexbeer.com
Last Stand Brewing 512-970-6496 12345 Paul’s Valley Rd Austin 78737 www.laststandbrewing.com
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CAVE PRESERVE Westcave Preserve is 30 acres of natural beauty, featuring a cave formation with waterfalls and deep pools and surrounded by lush vegetation. Run in partnership with the LCRA and Westcave Preserve, the park is a jewel of the Hill Country. 7RXUV RI WKH SDUN DOORZ YLVLWRUV WR get close-up and personal with the sights and sounds of fauna and Ä‚RUD MXVW PLQXWHV IURP 'ULSSLQJ Springs. Visits to the Westcave Preserve are by guided tour only to help preserve the park’s natural sites DQG WR PLQLPL]H WKH LPSDFW RQ WKH IUDJLOH ODQGVFDSH 7KH SURMHFW JRDO is to build respect and stewardship of the natural environment, support education on the environment, and preserve the park for future residents. Westcave also hosts the Warren Skaaren Environmental Learning Center, part visitor’s center and SDUW FODVVURRP 7KH FHQWHU KDV 3,000 feet with the building accommodating up to 150 people and also serving as a community center. It is an environmental classroom teaching what can be done to preserve the environment with: UDLQZDWHU FROOHFWLRQ HIÄ FLHQW lighting, and good insulation show KRZ HIÄ FLHQW D EXLOGLQJ FDQ EH ,W also features an aperture in the ceiling that allows sunlight to mark the seasons on a meridian line and VN\ PDS HPEHGGHG LQ WKH WHUUD]]R Ä‚RRU Westcave is a place to relax, learn and appreciate nature. For more information, please visit: www. ZHVWFDYH RUJ RU FDOO 7KH\ DUH ORFDWHG DW +DPLOWRQ Pool Rd. Round Mountain, 78663.
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/HVV WKDQ D KDOI KRXU ZHVW PLOHV MXVW RII US 290 is Pedernales Falls State Park, a place WR UHOD[ VZLP FDPS Ä VK KLNH DQG HQMR\ Mother Nature. Every season of the year is a good time to visit, but especially when the temperatures get a little cooler and the crowds a little less. Pedernales Falls is a great day trip with picnic tables, bird watching, swimming, geocaching, and hiking trails to enjoy the beauty of the park. One can get lost in quiet and relax, minXWHV DZD\ IURP FLYLOL]DWLRQ Camping is a fun treat with 69 camping sites with electricity and water, near restrooms and for the more adventurous, there’s primitive camping with a two-mile hike to the campsites with chemical toilets. +LNLQJ LV DOVR IXQ DV WKHUH LV D KDOI PLOH 7ZLQ )DOOV 1DWXUH 7UDLO DQG WKH VL[ PLOH :ROI 0RXQWDLQ 7UDLO ZLWK QDWXUH VWRSV DORQJ WKH ZD\ Mountain biking and horseback riding have rocky trails, but not for beginners as the terrain has steep slopes. Both have 10-mile trails devoted to each. Depending on the weather, it is best to call before making riding plans.
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• The park’s phone number is (830) 868-7304, and for reservations call (512) 389-8900. • Their website is www.tpwd. texas.gov/stateparks/pedernales-falls • They are located at 2585 Park Road 6026 Johnson City, TX 78636 Photos by Brian Barnes More photos can be found at www.fractasia.com
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Hamilton Pool NATURE PRESERVE
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Hamilton Pool is mere minutes from Dripping Springs proper. Locals know this place well as a nature preserve with a small cave and a waterfall, just waiting to be explored and enjoyed. Picnicking and hiking are just a few of the pleasures that the park has to offer over 232 acres. Although the pool was temporarily closed due to the torrential rains of late spring, the limestone cliffs, the cave and the beauty that surrounds it are worth the price of admission. Since it is a nature preserve, there are no pets allowed DORQJ ZLWK QR Ä UHV Ä VKLQJ ELNLQJ RU FDPSLQJ &RPposting toilets and picnicking tables are available by the parking lot. But those restrictions are very much needed in this unspoiled preserve, looking like it did centuries DJR 7KH ZDWHUIDOOV DQG WKH FRQÄ‚XHQFH ZLWK WKH 3HGHUnales River is a must see and a place where one can lose themselves surrounded by the lush vegetation and tree YDULHWLHV WKHUH 7KHUH DUH HYHQ JXLGHG WRXUV RQ 6XQGD\ DW 10 a.m. or by advance reservations at 512-264-274. Call to see what is the status of the park’s facilities. 7KH IHH LV SHU FDU E\ FDVK RU ORFDO FKHFN RU IRU VHQLRUV RU GLVDEOHG YHWV 7KH\ GR QRW DFFHSW FUHGLW RU debit cards. Recreational activities end at 5:30 p.m. For more information please see: ZZZ SDUNV WUDYLVFRXQW\W[ JRY Ä QG D SDUN KDPLOton-pool
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Photographers of Dripping Springs Photography Club www.photographersofds.com Pro/Novice Welcome Meetings • Outings • Classes • Workshops • Competitions For more info
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7KLV OLWWOH NQRZQ SDUN KDV PDQ\ activities to offer. Mountain biking and world class rock climbing are just a few of the pleasures that WKH UDQFK KDV WR RIIHU 7KHUHĂšV DOVR swimming in the Pedernales River, to cool off after that long bike ride or rock climbing. 7KHUHĂšV RYHU PLOHV RI ELNLQJ WUDLOV DQG DQJOHUV ZLOO HQMR\ Ä VKLQJ for white bass in the Pedernales like generations before them. Along the river are panoramic views and deep canyons for hikers to enjoy. 7KHUH DUH DOVR HTXHVWULDQ WUDLOV IRU horseback riding. Since the park closes at twilight, there is no camping, but daytime trips. Guided tours run October through April at 10 a.m. Space is limited and the tours last approximately 2 hours. Birding tours also at 10 a.m., are also offered on the second Saturday of the month and DUH WR PLOHV LQ GXUDWLRQ 7KHUH are a wide variety of birds that can EH VSRWWHG RQ DQ\ JLYHQ GD\ 7KH\ are open 8 a.m. until twilight. For more information please FDOO 3$5. RU see their website at www.parks. WUDYLVFRXQW\W[ JRY Ä QG D SDUN reimers-ranch 7KH\ DUH ORFDWHG DW +DPLOWRQ 5G 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV 7; 78620
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City of Dripping Springs Parks Charro Ranch Park 22690 FM 150 off Ranch Rd 12 South 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com
Founders Park 480 Founders Park Rd RR 12 North 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com
Sports and Recreation Park Sports Park Rd & Rob Shelton Rd off Ranch Rd South 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com
Dripping Springs Ranch Park 1042 DS Ranch Rd off Ranch Rd 12 North 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com
Founders Park Pool 480 Founders Park Rd at RR 12 North 512-858-3021 www.dsisd.txed.net/index
Veterans Memorial Park 130 E. Mercer St, Triangle at Hwy 290 & RR 12 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com
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DR. POUND HISTORICAL FARMSTEAD MUSEUM
It’s the city’s only museum and a must see when visiting 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV 7KH )DUPVWHDG GDWHV EDFN WR DQG LV D national and state historic landmark. Named after Dr. Pound and his wife who are considered one of the founding families of Dripping Springs, the little house was originally built as two ORJ FDELQV ZLWK D EUHH]HZD\ LQ WKH FHQWHU ,W KDV EHHQ FDUHIXOO\ restored. “I’d say about 90% of the artifacts and the furnishings in the KRPH DUH GLUHFWO\ DUWLIDFWV WKDW FDPH IURP WKH 3RXQG IDPLO\ Ă? Executive Director Andrea Larsen said. “So it’s neat to step back into time and see what the house ZRXOG KDYH ORRNHG OLNH EDFN WKHQ Ă? 7KH )DUPVWHDG ZDV PXFK PRUH WKDQ MXVW D URRI RYHU WKHLU head. Ăœ,W ZDV WKH Ä UVW VFKRRO KRXVH LQ 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV 7KH\ KDG a tutor that would go out and tutor the children in the area. It ZDV WKH Ä UVW FKXUFK VHWWLQJ LQ 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV DQG LW UHDOO\ ZDV WKH Ä UVW PHGLFDO RIÄ FH DV ZHOO Ă? /DUVHQ H[SODLQHG Having the museum is about preserving the history of the town. “I feel like we have so much community pride and it started ZLWK 'U 3RXQG Ă? Besides operating as a museum and offering tours, the Pound House also hosts special events through out the year like Pioneer Day, a family friendly event held in the fall that boasts more than 40 demonstrators of pioneer crafts and skills like soap making, broom making, blacksmithing and more. /DVW \HDU WKH )DUPVWHDG DOVR KRVWHG Ăœ+RPHVSXQ +ROLGD\Ă? IRU
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Galleries, 0XVHXPV $QWLTXHV Butterfly Gallery & Studio 330B Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-738-5109 www.butterflygallerytx. com Carved Stone 5300 Bell Springs Rd Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-5665 www.carved-stone.com Dr Pound Historical Farmstead 570 Founders Park Road Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-2030 www.drpoundhistoricalfarmstead.org
Lone Star Gifts 301 Mercer Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-9912 www.lonestargifts.net
Stick Horse Studio By appointment only Dripping Springs 78620 www.stickhorsestudio. com
Mara Cardwell Online Art Gallery On-line only Dripping Springs 78620 www.maracardwellgallery.com
Sunset Canyon Pottery 4002 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-0938 www.sunsetcanyonpottery.com
Sols’tice Garden Expressions 900 Hwy 290 West Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-7263 www.solsticegardens. com
Wesley Gallery 27008 RR 12 South Dripping Springs 78620 512-558-9758 www.wesleygallery. com
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WEDDING CAPITAL OF TEXAS® It’s one of the most important days in a person’s life — wedding day – and there is no better place to ties the knot than Dripping Springs, the Wedding Capital RI 7H[DVo 7KH EHDXWLIXO 7H[DV +LOO Country makes for an ideal backdrop for some of the EHVW YHQXHV DURXQG 7KH rolling and plush, blue-green hills have already begun turning the heads of soonto-be newlyweds, bringing many wonderful venues to the Dripping Springs area. It’s the incredible selection of venues that makes Dripping Springs such a wonderful wedding destination. Some choose to hold a wedding at one of the local wineries like Duchman Family Winery, a scene many say LV VWUDLJKW RXW RI 7XVFDQ\ Another magical place is Camp Lucy just outside of town. More than just a camp, the venue is one of the premier wedding sites in all of WKH 7H[DV +LOO &RXQWU\ × HYHQ going so far as to disassemble a French Colonial chapel in Vietnam and bring it all the ZD\ EDFN WR 7H[DV %XW WKHUH DUH GR]HQV RI RWKer options around to make the moment memorable. Pecan Springs Ranch, which has been kept as natural as possible, has an 1800’s era cabin touched up with reclaimed pine from the %DVWURS āUHV WR JR DORQJ ZLWK the incredible Pecan trees on the property. No matter your taste, style or budget, when it’s time to tie the knot, it all starts here DPRQJ WKH 7H[DV +LOO &RXQtry in Dripping Springs.
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:HGGLQJ (YHQW 9HQXHV Barn at Bell Springs, The 4000 Bell Springs Dripping Springs 78620 512-826-4983 www.barnatbellsprings.com Barn at Bella Nido, The 23351 FM 150 Driftwood 78619 www.bellanido.com Blue Rock Estate 2600 Blue Rock Trail Dripping Springs 78620 512-829-1447 www.bluerockestate.com Camp Lucy and Sacred Oaks 3509 Creek Rd Dripping Springs 78620 www.camplucy.com Carriage Hills Ranch 125 Moore Lane Blanco 78606 512-222-9821 www.carriagehillsranch.com Cricket Hill Ranch 7220 Creek Road Dripping Springs 78620 512-774-8177 www.crickethillranch.com
Deep Eddy Distillery & Event Venue 2250 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-994-3534 www.deepeddyvodka.com Duchman Family Winery 13308 FM 150 West Driftwood 78619 512-858-1470 www.duchmanwinery.com Driftwood Estate Winery 4001 Elder Hill Road Driftwood 78619 512-858-9667 www.driftwoodwinery.com Dripping Springs Ranch Park 1042 Event Center Drive Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-4725 www.cityofdrippingsprings.com Dr Pound Historical Farmstead 570 Founders Park Road Dripping Springs 78620 512-858-2030 www.drpoundhistoricalfarmstead.org Greenhouse At Driftwood www.thegreenhousedriftwood. com 512-239-9187
Heritage House 5001 McGregor Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-4933 www.heritagehouseds.com
Mt Gainor Inn 2390 Procnow Road Dripping Springs 78610 512-858-0982 www.mtgainorinn.com
Red Corral Ranch 505 Red Corral RR Wimberley 78676 830-833-4801 www.redcorralranch.com
La Estancia Bella 3401 Lone Man Mt. Rd. Wimberley 78676 512-550-6727 www.laestanciabella.net
Old Glory Ranch 3633 River Rd Wimberley 78676 www.oldgloryranch.com
Rustic Ranch 1521 Deer Lake Rd. Wimberley 78676 512-648-0373 www.rusticranchtexas.com
Orchard at Dripping Springs, The 2530 W. Fitzhugh Rd Dripping Springs 78620 512-607-6512 www.theorchardatdrippingsprings.com
The Lookout 10600 Wagon Road West Austin 78737 512-288-7270 www.thelookoutaustin.com Ma Maison 2550 Bell Springs Rd Dripping Springs 78620 512-777-1642 www.themamaison.com
Salt Lick Pavilion 18300 FM 1826 Driftwood 78619 512-858-4959 www.saltlickbbq.com
Pecan Springs Ranch 10601 Derecho Dr Austin 78737 512-6321046 www.pecanspringsranch.com
Memory Lane & La Hacienda Event Centers 403 KC Memory Lane Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-0700 www.memorylaneweddings. com Mercer Street Dancehall 332 Mercer St 512-643-7398 www.mercerstreetdancehall. com
Prospect House 12745 Silver Creek Road Dripping Springs 78620 www.prospecthousetx.com Ranch Austin 10313 Circle Drive Austin 78737 512 394-9060 www.ranchaustin.com
The Terrace Club 2600 E Hwy 290 Dripping Springs 78620 512-894-4009 www.theterraceclub.com Texas Hill Country Olive Oil Company 2530 W. Fitzhugh Dripping Springs 78620 www.texashillcountryoliveco. com Trudy’s Four Star 13059 Four Star Blvd Austin 78737 512-301-4300 www.trudysfourstar.com
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'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV 5DQFK 3DUN DQG (YHQW &HQWHU '653 LV RZQHG and operated by the City of Dripping Springs and has been a part of the City’s recreational facilities since 2008, with the purchase of the Harrison family homestead and working ranch. 7KH DFTXLVLWLRQ IRU WKH 3DUN ZDV PDGH SRVVLEOH E\ IXQGV IURP +D\V &RXQW\ SDUN ERQG IXQGV DQG IXQGV GHGLFDWHG E\ WKH &LW\ 7KH acquisition and planned improvements were right on target with the City’s master park plans for a community gathering space and large open spaces. 7KH QHZ FRYHUHG DUHQD DQG HYHQW IDFLOLWLHV EHFDPH D UHDOLW\ ZLWK JHQHURXV IXQGLQJ DQG PDWFKLQJ JUDQWV IURP 7H[DV 3DUNV DQG Wildlife, the Lower Colorado River Authority and additional funds IURP +D\V &RXQW\ SDUN ERQG IXQGV 7KH 3DUN KDV EHHQ HPEUDFHG E\ FLWL]HQV DV ZHOO ZLWK JHQHURXV JLIWV IURP SULYDWH GRQRUV ORFDO EXVLQHVVHV DQG VHUYLFH RUJDQL]DWLRQV
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Since 2008, DSRP has been enjoyed by thousands of users. From rodeos and livestock shows, to meetings and seminars, to dog shows, gun shows, and arts and crafts shows, to weddings and receptions, to fairs, festivals, and carnivals, there is always something going on in the Park, Event Center, or Ranch House. Nature lovers enjoy the rolling landscape of the 110-acre parkland. DSRP Manager Lynne Dickinson said the majestic oak trees, wide open spaces, large pond and seasonal creeks provide breathtaking views and a wonderful recreation area. “On a given day, you will see kids on the playground, walkers and joggers on the hiking trails, nature photographers, birders, families picnicking, and people on KRUVHEDFN 7KHUH LV VR PXFK GLYHUVLW\ LQ the park use and you always see visitors RI DOO DJHV Ă? VKH VDLG If a daytrip isn’t long enough, park guests can rent an RV spot or try primitive camping for an extended stay. For more information on rentals or accommodations, please call City Hall at 512858-4725. Visit at drippingspingsranchpark.com
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Holiday shopping IN THE DRIP
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and crafts, including cookies, candy, t-shirts, gifts and a lot more. 7KH VWUHHW LV EORFNHG RII WR WUDIÄ F DQG IRU WKH NLGV WKHUH are pony rides, a trackless train, Santa Claus and an area where children can be watched safely, while mom and dad FDQ VKRS $FFRUGLQJ WR /LRQ 7RP :\FRII &KULVWPDV RQ 0HUFHU ĂœLV GHVLJQHG WR EH D IDPLO\ GD\ Ă? Music is also a big part of the festivities. Local bands and artists perform all day, including kid bands and choral groups singing traditional Christmas carols. A truly community event, everyone helps out, from the local banks, McDonald’s to Home Depot, who builds the musicians’ stage. “It is part of the hometown glue that binds the communiW\ ,W UHDOO\ EULQJV RXW WKH FRPPXQLW\Ă? RI 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV Although vendors are charged a small fee, it is “not really a fund raiser for the Lions Club. It is the community’s big HYHQWĂ? IRU WKH KROLGD\V VWDWHV :\FRII $W GXVN WKH IHVWLYLWLHV PRYH WR WKH 7ULDQJOH ZKHUH WKH Lions Club Christmas tree is lit, where there’s caroling, performances and hot chocolate being served. 7KH +ROLGD\ *LIW 7RXU DQG &KULVWPDV RQ 0HUFHU DUH WZR events that help kick off the holiday season with a unique 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV Ä‚DYRU DQG ZLOO SXW D VPLOH RQ \RXU IDFH and give you that holiday spirit. 7LFNHWV IRU WKH +LOO &RXQWU\ +ROLGD\ *LIW 7RXU JR RQ VDOH in early Nov. Call the Chamber of Commerce for ticket info at 512-858-7000. Only 125 will be sold.
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Texas Night Sky Festival A CELEBRATION OF THE AWE-INSPIRING NIGHT SKIES A star-studded celebration is on its way to 'ULSSLQJ 6SULQJV 7KH Ä UVW HYHU 7H[DV 1LJKW Sky Festival will be held Saturday, March 5 from 3 to 10 pm at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center. 7KLV IUHH FHOHEUDWLRQ RI WKH 7H[DV QLJKW VN\ has been designed especially for students, individuals, and families who are interested in learning more about the night sky and the movement to limit excessive light pollution, which obscures night sky viewing. With something for everyone, the festival will kick off at 3 pm with activities planned for all ages, including live presentations, education, science and arts displays, solar observations, a mobile planetarium, demonstrations of glare-reducing lighting, tasty food, and a good, old-fashioned Star Party. Hosted by the International Dark-Sky $VVRFLDWLRQ 7H[DV 6HFWLRQ ,'$ 7H[DV +D\V &RXQW\ &KDSWHU 7H[DV 0DVWHU 1DWXUDOLVWV and the City of Dripping Springs, the intent of the festival is to increase appreciation of the night sky and promote protection and enjoyment of the Earth’s most beautiful and natural resource. A community that truly appreciates the night sky, the City of Dripping Springs EHFDPH WKH Ä UVW FRPPXQLW\ LQ 7H[DV Ă— DQG sixth in the world – to receive the International Dark-Sky Community designation in 7KH &LW\ KDV EHHQ UHFRJQL]HG IRU LWV efforts to adopt lighting standards which reduce light pollution in the City limits and its vast extraterritorial jurisdiction. Dripping Springs City Administrator Michelle Fischer said that many business leaders and residents were happy to comply with lighting standards once they learned about WKH VDIHW\ EHQHÄ WV FRVW VDYLQJV DQG WKH IDFW WKDW XQQHFHVVDU\ DUWLÄ FLDO OLJKWLQJ KDV KDUPful effects on both human and wildlife health, as well as the nighttime ecosystem. “Just by OLPLWLQJ WKH LPSDFW RI DUWLÄ FLDO OLJKWLQJ ZH are able to enjoy the wonder of the stars and the night sky above Dripping Springs, while other communities’ views are rapidly fading DZD\ Ă? )LVFKHU VDLG 7R ERRVW FRPPXQLW\ RXWUHDFK WKH &LW\ SDUWQHUHG LQ ZLWK ,'$ 7H[DV DQG +D\V &RXQW\ &KDSWHU 7H[DV 0DVWHU 1DWXUDOLVW WR
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Calendar of Events Oct 16-18 Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival Mercer Street www.drippingspringssongwritersfestival. com
Apr 24-26 28th Annual Founders Day Festival Historical Mercer Street www.foundersdayfestival.com
Jan 3 Bailey Kay Hutson Birthday Bash Bull Ride Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.facebook.com/baileykay.hutson
Mar 20 Brittany Tuck Memorial BeneďŹ t Camp Ben McCulloch www.brittanytuck.com
Oct 17 Hays Co Livestock Prospect Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hayscountylivestockshow.com
Jan 9 Hays County Livestock Exhibitors Horse Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hayscountylivestockshow.com
Mar 21 Hays Co 4H Horse Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hays4-h.blogspot.com
Oct 9-10,16-17,23-24, 30 Boo at the Zoo Austin Zoo www.austinzoo.org
Jan 23 Hays County Livestock Show Gala Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hayscountylivestockshow.com
Apr 1 DS Education Foundation Denim to Diamonds Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.dseducationfoundation.org
Oct 30-Nov 1 Hill Country Cutting Horse Competition Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Jan 23-24 Hill Country Cutting Horse Competition Dripping Springs Ranch Park
April 2 Relay for Life Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Nov 1 Empty Bowls Project Mercer Street Dance Hall www.helpinghands-drippingsprings.org
Jan 26-30 Hays County Livestock Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hayscountylivestockshow.com
Apr 10-12 Hill Country Cutting Horse Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Nov 1 Run by the Creek Creek Road www.runbythecreek.com
Feb 5 Chamber Suits & Boots Community Awards Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.drippingspringstx.org
Nov 7 Rainwater Revival Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.rainwaterrevival.com
Feb 7 Wedding Capital of TX Bridal Showcase Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.drippingspringstx.org
Nov 14 3rd Annual Tx Hill Country Olive, Wine & Food Festival Tx Hill Country Olive Co www.texasolivefest.com
Feb 13-14 IHSA Horse Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.ihsainc.com
Nov 14-15 Saxet Gun Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.saxetshows.com
Feb 20-21 Saxet Gun Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.saxetshows.com
Nov 20-22 DS Ag Boosters Fall Classic Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.dsagboosters.org
Feb 25-27 K9 Express Dog Agility Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.k9x.org
Nov 18 DS Women’s Club Holiday Bazaar The Terrace Club www.womenofds.com
Mar 5 Texas Night Sky Festival Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.cityofdrippingsprings. com
Nov 28 Small Business Saturday - Chamber of Commerce Hill Country Gift Tour Stop Dripping Springs Merchants www.drippingspringstx.org Dec 5 Christmas on Mercer, Car Show & Town Tree Lighting Historical Mercer Street www.cityofdrippingsprings.com Dec 11-13 Vintage Market Days Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.austinhillcountry.vintagemarketdays. com
Mar 11-13 Hill Country Cutting Horse Competition Dripping Springs Ranch Park Gary Mitchum 903-5201218 Mar 12 Fancy Feathers Poultry Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.fancyfeatherstx.org Mar 19 Hays County 4-H Horse Competition Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.hays4-h.blogspot.com
Apr 16-17 Hill Country Wildower Arts & Crafts Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Apr 28-May 1 Vintage Market Days Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.austinhillcountry.vintagemarketdays. com May 7-8 Bailey Kay Hutson Bull Ride Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.facebook.com/baileykay.hutson May 14-15 Tour the Talent Studio Tour Artist Alliance of the Hill Country www.artistsalliancehc.com May 27-29 Hill Country Cutting Horse Competition Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Apr 23-24 Saxet Gun Show Dripping Springs Ranch Park www.saxetshows.com
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