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May 12, 2016 Volume 21, No. 9 Southwest Austin’s Community Newspaper Since 1995
Possible SH45 SW delay is for the birds by Ann Fowler OAK HILL - A small central Texas songbird could possibly delay the planned construction of State Highway 45 Southwest (SH45SW). It seems appropriate that the bird, a golden-cheeked warbler, has as much drama in its past as SH45SW. City of Austin biologist Lisa O’Donnell was conducting a bird survey on a tract of city property in the vicinity of the proposed SH45SW
toll road when she heard the song of the golden-cheeked warbler: A buzzy zee, zoo, zeedee, zeep. “It was not a huge surprise,” she said, citing multiple observations in the area since 2013. The songbird, a federally protected species, spends winters in Mexico or northern Central America. They return to Texas in March for nesting season. The female warbler uses juniper bark to build her nest.
What this sighting means to the construction of SH45SW is not clear. The Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP) was designed to allow for mitigation when development plans clash with protected species. In 1992, Austin voters approved $22 million in bonds for “the acquisition and improvement of land to protect water quality, conserve endangered species, . . . and providing open space for passive public use…”
BCP is actually a system of preserves that span thousands of acres operating under a permit by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Endangered Species Act. The BCP was formed to protect eight endangered species—one of those is the golden-cheeked warbler. It is jointly held by Travis County and the City of Austin. BCP program manager Sherri See POSSIBLE on p. 19
“Zee, zoo, zeedee, zeep,” — Golden -cheeked warbler on SH45 tract.
Mental Health Month Oak Hill area workshop slated by Penny Levers OAK HILL - May is “Mental Health Month” and the Austin Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has a calendar of relevant events in the Austin area—and for the first time, in Oak Hill. From a screening of a movie about postpartum depression, to a live storytelling show, to a series of short documentaries from the Mental Health Channel made in partnership with KLRU and the Texas Tribune, there are a lot options that are sure to be insightful. Considering the fact that 1 in 5 adults in this country live with some form of mental illness, there are few families that are not to some extent affected by mental illness. In any given year, more
than 1 person out of 25 will suffer from a Serious Mental Illness (SMI), which will result in “serious functional impairment, which substantially interferes with or limits one or more major life activities,” according to the National Institute of Mental Health. For people who are trying to come to grips with a family member’s diagnosis, the Austin chapter of NAMI has been offering free help in the form of support groups and classes. “Family-to-Family” is a 12-session program “designed to help See MENTAL HEALTH on p. 3
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Chris Alanis slides in home to score for Bowie in their first-game win in a three game playoff series with Pflugerville. After the weekend games, only one local team remains to advance in the playoffs—Sports p. 12.
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Civic Agenda This space is reserved for information on civic happenings that occur in, or relate to the Southwest Austin area. To be included in the Civic Agenda, a meeting or event must relate to public policy. For other community events please see our community calendar on page 10. If you would like to be included, please e-mail editorial@oakhillgazette.com with the subject “Civic Agenda” and include details of your meeting or happening, along with any relevant agenda items. Austin Public Library Hampton Branch at Oak Hill Renovation Presentation Tuesday, May 17, from 7 – 8:30 PM Austin Public Library invites the community to the 60% design review. Renovation work will include: replacing existing roof and Kalwall skylights; improving interior layout and replacing all worn furniture, fixtures and equipment; HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) improvements; updating electrical systems; plumbing retrofits; and, modifications to ensure compliance with ADA. Building a Community of Equity and Opportunity: How do we bridge the economic divide? Tues., May 17, 6 pm to 8:30 pm First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 1300 Lavaca Street A major challenge facing Austin is how to bridge the economic divide. Come join in a conversation and share your thoughts and ideas on how we can build a community of equity and opportunity for all people. Goals for this discussion are to: deepen our understanding of the issue; explore possible solutions; and, identify common ground and actions for moving forward. These community dialogues are jointly sponsored by Leadership Austin, Interfaith Action Central Texas (iACT), Civic Collaboration, and Community Advancement Network (CAN). Visit cant.org to learn more and register for this or
another discussion. Light meals will be provided. Conversation on AISD budget and enrollment challenges Thursday, May 19, 8 am Oak Hill Elementary School (Cafeteria), 6101 Patton Ranch Road, 78735 The Austin Independent School District is facing budget pressures. Over the past four years the school district has experienced an enrollment decline, which has resulted in a 47.9 million dollar loss. A multiyear financial plan is in place that will keep a balanced budget through 2017. However, the district is forecasting a deficit from 2018 through 2020. AISD is seeking meaningful dialogue and creative input to address the concerns around this fiscal reality. What can AISD and its community partners do to increase enrollment throughout the district? Join the conversation to help inform budget and enrollment challenges. Other locations may be scheduled. Check www.conversationcorps.org for an update list.
Circle C Metropolitan Park Community Workshop - Proposed Fenced in Off-Leash Dog Area Tuesday, May 24, 6-8 pm Circle C Community Center, 7817 La Crosse Avenue The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has received a citizen proposal to establish a new fenced in off-leash area in Circle C Metropolitan Park located at 6301 W. Slaughter Lane. To explore the proposal, the Department is seeking community input through a series of community workshops. The first public meeting was held March 1st to discuss requirements for success, review best practices and gauge support for the proposed dog park. This upcoming workshop will be held to review design options, costs, and project process. Circle C Metropolitan Park is a 576 acre park that includes 3 miles of nature trails, a playscape, picnic areas, volleyball courts, basketball court, an 18 hole disc golf course and 7 soccer fields. This project proposal is community initiated and not currently funded for construction.
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Mental Health Month events Friday, May 13 More than Baby Blues: Unmasking Postpartum Depression In collaboration with the YWCA of Austin 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon FREE (CEUs available for $30 through YWCA) Austin Travis County Integral Care 5015 IH-35, Ste. 200 Registration through YWCA required at ywcaaustin.org Having a baby is supposed to be the happiest time of your life. But what if it’s not? Each year 1.3 million women in the U.S. struggle to find support and treatment for postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders. Join us as we partner with the YWCA of Austin and the Pregnancy and Postpartum Health Alliance of Texas for a special screening of Dark Side of the Full Moon, a documentary on maternal
mental health, followed by a panel discussion featuring mental health and medical experts as well as a mother with lived experience. Saturday, May 14 Depressed Cake Shop “Keep Austin Well” City-Wide Health Fair 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. FREE The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace Join us as we host Austin’s first one-day pop-up bakery to encourage conversation about mental health issues. The concept is deliciously simple! We’ll sell gray-colored cakes, cookies, and other treats to raise awareness of and fight the stigmas that keep people from talking about mental health challenges and getting the help they need. While the baked goods look sad on the outside, all are colored on the inside to sym-
bolize hope. Don’t miss this fun and joyful event celebrating wellness! NAMI Austin www.namiaustin. org info@namiaustin.org 512420-9810 Wednesday, May 18 Mental Health Matters: How Innovative Programs & Policies Make a Difference 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. FREE State of Texas Capitol Auditorium, 1100 Congress Ave. Get a first-hand look at a series of Mental Health Channel short documentaries made in partnership with KLRU and the Texas Tribune and scheduled for broadcast on KLRU in July. Mental Health Matters highlights innovative programs that are making a difference in addressing the mental health concerns of children, veterans and the justice system. Screening includes a panel of experts who will discuss the challenges of improving menContinued on page
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How the Interwebs ‘Mowed Down’ the Postal Service by Roger White My old friend Gary, whom I’ve been best buds with since the early days of the LBJ Administration, recently retired after almost 40 years with the US Postal Service. Forty years of doing just about anything is admirable in my book, but working 40 years for the post office—and staying as sane, calm, and level-headed as Gary’s always been—is cause for a bit of hoopla and commemoration. So I sent my pal a celebratory retirement package: a 1/24 scale Three Stooges work truck model ready for assembly. Gary always did like working on car models. Through the years, Gary has been the consistent yin to my yang. I’m a bit of a prone-to-histrionics type. When I’d be crying my 12-year-old eyes out because the Cowboys lost in the playoffs, Gary would be the one to remind me that it was just a game, that we’d get ’em next year, and, hey, isn’t it a good time to get on our bikes and ride to the DQ for a couple of ice cream cones? That’s surely one of the reasons we remained such good friends over the years. I was the wild-eyed schemer; Gary was the voice of reason. Gary’s even-handed demeanor, I would bet, is also one of the reasons he never “went postal” working 40 years for the postal people. I bring up my friend because I was thinking the other day how Gary timed his retirement just about perfectly. The USPS, like so many other entities, has been dealt a real body blow by the internet. The number of people conducting their business by snail mail has declined precipitously in the era of e-mails, texts, and Facebook. Then again, the list of industries and career paths adversely affected by the rise of the interwebs is a long one. Think about it: journalists, photog-
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raphers, newspaper and magazine postal delivery guy is friendly owners, authors, publishers, literary enough, but I can’t picture him at agents, press workers, encyclopedia my door like so: salespeople, recording “Hello, Mr. White, artists, record album you need to sign for this designers, music store package.” owners, phone book “Oh, thanks.” companies, map mak “And by the way, your ers, taxi drivers, camera driveway shrubs are makers, processed film looking really shabby. manufacturers, travel You want a trim and an agents—and let’s not edge for an extra fifty forget the print porn bucks?” industry. OK, never I could see them delivmind about the print ering pizza, though. That porn. Young men now just might work. “Here Roger White have more closet and you are, Mr. White, jury bottom drawer space. summons, five credit But anyway, the list goes card offers, Victoria’s on. We’re in the midst of an eco- Secret catalog, utility bill, Pottery nomic revolution of sorts. And we Barn flier, and double pepperoni all can’t work as Walmart greeters. with mushroom, hold the anchovy.” So back to Gary. The notion that In order to survive, I envision other my friend retired at just the right such services embracing the concept moment came to me when I read an of double duty. For example, I edit article the other day that the postal a magazine (yes, the print kind), service of Finland—financially in and I write for a newspaper (yes, dire straits as are postal services of the print kind). How much longer just about every country around— these publications will remain the has gone to drastic measures to try print kind is anyone’s guess, but I to stay afloat. Posti Group, which is figure it might help keep subscripwhat the state-owned Finnish mail tions coming in if we could figure service is called, has decided that to out a way for these periodicals to be help make ends meet, they will, in made from material with the conaddition to delivering the Finnish sistency of toilet paper. Talk about mail, offer to mow people’s lawns double dooty. That’s something that once a week for a tax-deductible fee e-magazines and e-newspapers just of about $148. couldn’t match, I do believe. “The idea for the lawn-mowing Yep, Gar, you retired at just the service came from mail delivery right time, old friend. employees themselves,” said Anu Punola, the service’s director. “We Roger White is a freelance writer believe many customers will be living in Austin, Texas, with his lovely happy to outsource lawn mowing spouse, two precocious offspring units, when we make it convenient for a morbidly obese dachshund, and a them to do so.” cat with Epstein-Barr Syndrome. For Mmmyeah. That’s thinking way, further adventures, visit oldspouse. way outside the post office box. wordpress.com. Or not. Somehow, I just don’t see it flying here in the good ol’ US of A. My
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Commissioner’s Corner Precinct 3 Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan – Part 1 by Gerald Daugherty, Precinct 3 Commissioner
of hard work, our regional strategy was formulated as the BCCP, allowBy the time you’re reading this ing us to receive that permit in 1996. article, Travis County and the City Prior to receiving that permit, the of Austin will have “celebrated” County and the City had signed an the 20th Anniversary of the Bal- Interlocal Agreement in August of cones Canyonlands 1995 to be joint holders of Conservation Plan that permit, and to be jointly (BCCP). Under this responsible in implementPlan the County and ing the conditions of that City were issued a permit. That Interlocal cre30-year 10(a)1(B) ated a BCCP Coordinating permit on May 2, Committee, to manage the 1996, which allowed land created by the Plan and this area to comply to oversee the completion of with the Endangered habitat acquisition required Species Act of 1973. under the permit. That Act called for That Coordinating “the conservation Committee consists of Gerald Daugherty of ecosystems upon one voting member from which endangered and threatened Commissioners Court (I’m that species depend, provide a program member), one voting member from to conserve those species, and pro- City Council (Council member hibit the taking of a listed species”. Leslie Poole), and one non-voting Why was the BCCP created? ex-officio member appointed by The short answer is: birds and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service bugs. A more detailed answer is: (the Austin Field Office Supervithe Black-Capped Vireo (found in sor). The Coordinating Commitwestern Travis County) was listed as tee established advisory groups to endangered in 1987; five species of assist them in implementing the karst-dwelling invertebrates (scor- BCCP—an 11-member Citizens Adpions, spiders, beetles in caves) were visory Committee, and a 5-member listed in 1988; the Golden-Cheeked Scientific Advisory Committee. It Warbler (found throughout Travis will be this Coordinating CommitCounty) was listed in 1990. tee who decides when we’ll tell the With those listings, several Feds that we feel we’ve fulfilled the private development and public requirements of the permit. improvement projects were halted That permit we received requires or significantly delayed. With the us to protect a minimum of 30,428 economic viability of the Greater acres of endangered song bird habiAustin area in jeopardy, to comply tat (28,428 acres for the Warbler and with the Endangered Species Act, 2,000 acres for the Vireo), plus 62 and to respond to environmental specific caves for those endangered concerns, local officials formed a invertebrates. Those acres are called coalition of environmental groups, the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve business leaders, landowners, developers, scientists, and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. All these people worked together to develop a regional strategy to protect endangered and threatened species, while also allowing public and private land development to move forward in an orderly manner. After about 8 years
(BCP), a series of preserves in western Travis County, which presently protects more than 31,700 acres. While we’ve achieved the overall minimum total acreage, we still need about 1300 acres within several “Macrosites” in some of the preserves. We also haven’t acquired a total of 2000 acres for the Vireo because, guess what, they move around a lot (isn’t that what birds do?). And, for various reasons, we’re having trouble acquiring all those 62 named caves. Some of today’s challenges to meet all of the permit’s requirements are: we must have willing sellers because we can’t use eminent domain, land prices which we would have to pay have grown astronomically since the 1990s, and many of the named caves are unavailable because of unwilling sellers or being “lost” before the permit was issued. To meet those challenges we’re looking at alternate acquisition strategies, such as looking adjacent to or outside our acquisition zone to buy tracts(especially for Vireo habitat), and developing a cave substitution protocol (which we did by adopting a Cave Substitution Policy in August of 2015). Some of you may be wondering why I put the word “celebrate” in the first sentence in quotation marks. While there are a lot of good reasons to celebrate this habitat preservation plan, there are some financial consequences that are affecting the property taxes you’re paying today. It’s pretty “eye-opening”, especially since Travis County voters had something to do with that. I’ll explain next month.
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may have also provided better conditions for the temperature-dependent fly, which usually is active throughout the summer. Black flies are especially problematic in northern and eastern Texas where water is plentiful, but the rains may expand their habitat, she said. One recent case in East Texas involved the loss of more than a dozen adolescent chickens, according to the caller, Swiger said. Black flies have been known to kill animals by sucking blood or suffocation from clogging or covering up airways, she said. The flies also carry diseases. Black flies’ flight patterns are dependent upon the wind, light, temperature and host availability. Swiger said as with any pest it’s better to deal with black flies by addressing them before they reach adulthood, but the flies’ breeding habitat makes it difficult to kill eggs and larvae.
Adult black fly Eggs and larvae stick together in flowing water, such as creeks, attached to vegetation or rocks. Immature black flies can live in habitats ranging from trickling water to rivers. Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis products, which are better known for controlling mosquitoes, can be used to kill black flies in the larval stage. Black flies lay between 100-600 Continued on page 21
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The Balcones Community Orchestra presents Artina McCain- Artina will be preforming Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No. 2.The orchestra will also performHandel: OrganConcerto,Op. 4, No. 2 and Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major. May 22, 4:00 pm at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 8134 Mesa at Steck. BCOrchestra.net May 27-29
Tony Harrison / Dance Lessons / Jesse Dayton- 6pm - 9:15pm 9:15pm at the Broken Spoke, 3201 S. Lamar. 442-6189. Open Mic with your host, Garett Endres. Starts at 9pm everyThursday 290 West Club 12013 W Hwy 290 “Thirsty Thursday” gatheringPoems and songs will be shared in a round robin, open mic atmosphere
Ronen Sharabani: Driscoll Villa Projection- Ritual, struggle, faith, and politics take center stage in the work of Ronen Sharabani (Israeli, born 1974). Influenced by his experiences in his home country of Israel, Sharabani’s films and videos blend movement, performance, architecture, and light into intensely visual and sensory projects. Musical scores, replete with chanting and techno-like sounds, often overlay Sharabani’s moving images, allowing the films to be at once secular and spiritual. Sunday May 15th. Gates at 8pm, projection on view from 9-11pm. Laguna Gloria 3809 W 35th St.
Conversation Cafe - Drop in for open, public dialogue on a variety of topics. Every third Saturday from 10:30am-11:30am at the Hampton Branch Austin Public Library at Oak Hill, 5125 Convict Hill Rd. 512-9749900 cityofaustin.org/library. Free. Sisters in Crime Heart of Texas Chapter - Meets monthly on the second Sunday of the month at 2pm at the Recycled Reads (part of the Austin Library system) 5335 Burnet Rd www.hotxsinc.org. VFW Post 4443 meeting - Meets on first Tues. of month from 7-8:30pm at 7614Thomas Springs Road in Oak Hill. Members and potential members are encouraged to be there around 6pm to gather for dinner. There is no cost.
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The Peacemakers - 10pm at Evangeline Cafe, 8106 Brodie 282-2586..
Karaoke - at Boomerz Nightclub, 6148 Hwy 290 W.. 892-3373.
Ongoing Events Woodworkers Club of Austin - 7pm on the 1stTuesday of the month in the training room at Seaton Hosp SW, on FM 1826 We are a non profit org. and make toys etc for charity. Call Bill at 512-288-3252. Free.
Trivia Night - Wednesdays at Waterloo Ice House, Southpark Meadows, 9600 South I-35 Service Rd. SB, Suite D-100. 512-301-1007 waterlooicehouse.com.
Thursdays
Community Clubs & Events
The Long Center Presents The Wizard of Oz- Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all time classic, totally reconceived for the stage by the award-winning creative team that delighted audiences of all ages with their recent London Palladium revival ofThe Sound of Music. Developed from the ever popular MGMscreenplay this new production contains all the much-loved songs from the Oscar winning movie score, all the favourite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive. www. theloncenter.org
The Oak Hill Rotary Club - Meeting the first two weeks each month for lunch on Thursday at Johnny Carinos on Brodie and then join us for social/ networking events the other weeks as posted on our website. Toastmasters Groups - Build leadership and communication skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Visitors welcome. Tejas Toastmasters: 288-7808/ tejastoastmasters.org. Meets every Mon. at 6 pm at IHOP, 1101 S. Mopac. South Austin Toastmasters: meets first and thirdTuesday at noon at ACC South Austin Campus, 1820 W. Stassney Lane. Phone 4437110 or 288-7808. Oak Hill Toastmasters: meet every Thursday from 6:45-8pm at Western Hills Church of Christ, 6211 Parkwood Drive. Open to ages 18 & up. 956-494-4809 / oakhill. freetoasthost.biz
Alzheimer’s Caregiver SupporGroup-2ndWednesdayofthemonth at noon at Arveda Alzheimer’s Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. Anyone caring for a loved-one with dementia and needing support is invited. RSVP to 512-637-5400 and feel free to bring your own lunch. www.arvedacare.com. Senior Luncheon Program - Seniors (over 60) meet at 8656 Hwy. 71 W, Bldg A, next to JP bldg every Tues, Wed and Thurs from 10am-2pm. Transportation available. Call 512854-2138 for more info. MOMS Club of Austin - Are you a stay at home mom looking for support, daytime activities and other moms like you? The MOMS® Club of SW Oaks/Oak Hill offers all that and more. You can find us on Meetup at www. meetup.com/MOMS-Club-of-AustinSW-Oaks/ Southwest Networking Group (SWING) - meets for breakfast at Waterloo Ice House, Slaughter Ln. & Escarpment Blvd., 9600 Escarpment Blvd..Thursdays 8-9:30am. Bring business cards.Formoreinfocall 482-9026 or 921-4901. South Austin AARP Chapter 2426 Meets on third Wednesday of the month - 1pm - 4pm at South Austin Senior Activity Center, 3911 Manchaca Rd. Free. For more info call Mary at 280-8661. www.southaustinaarp.org. OHBPAMeeting-(OakHillBusiness Professionals Association). Meets every first Thursday of the month from 11:30am-1pm at Mandola’s Italian Market, 4301 W. Wm. Cannon. ohbpa.org. Creative Arts Society - Meets on first Wed. of month (except Jan.,July, Aug.) at ACC Pinnacle, 10th floor, facultylounge.6pmnetworking.7pm program.Allartistsandartenthusiasts are welcome. creativeartssociety.org 288-0574. ALS Caregivers Support Group Group will meet from 12:15 to 2:15 pm on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday afternoons of each month, at the Yarborough branch (2nd Tues) and theTwin Oaks branch (4thTues) of the Austin Public Library. FREE Contact: Jinji Willingham (512) 350-8505
Retired Austin Travelers - a group for people who love to travel. Regular meetings are held at the Oak Hill Library 5124 Convict Hill Rd. More information & directions can be found at the web site, ratsonline.org. South Austin Civic Club - Dedicated to making South Austin a better place to live, work and conduct business by advoacting for issues that affect the quality of life in South Austin. Monthly luncheons are at 11:30 on the 2nd Tuesday at Red Lobster 3815 S. Lamar. For info contact: Linda Clarke at 512-899-2120. Photographers of Dripping Springs- The Photographers of Dripping Springs is a group of both amateur and professional photographers centered around the city of Dripping Springs in the Texas Hill Country. Activities include a monthly meetinginDrippingSprings,andfield trips and workshops throughout the Hill Country. www.photographersofds.us/
New Events May 15 Twelfth Annual Barbara Burnett Smith Event- Every year Sisters in Crime: Heart of Texas chapter calls for submissions of the first 500 words of a mystery story or novel from unpublished authors. The aspiring writers are then matched up with published mystery authors for mentoring. On Sunday, May 15, 2016, this year’s aspiring writers and their mentors will be introduced to the Sisters in Crime: Heart of Texas membership and Barbara Burnett Smith will be honored. The Twelfth Annual Barbara Burnett Smith Aspiring Writers’ Event will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 15, at the Yarborough branch of the Austin Public Library at 2200 Hancock Drive in Austin. sinc-heartoftexas.com May 26 AIBA Spring Cruise- Come have a fabulous time on one of Austin’s most beautiful treasures with a cruise on the lake. Capital Cruises takes us on their double decker for a cruise with food, friends, music and drink. And it’s all free for AIBA members and prospective members! The boat opens at 5:30 and we leave the dock at 6:30 sharp. 208 Barton Springs Rd. Boat Dock Behind The Hyatt. www. ibuyaustin.com/
Ongoing Events
Kids’ Calendar
Second Saturdays are for Families - $7 per family; $5 Member families. Noon-4pm at Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress Ave. Please RSVP to akichorowsky@amoa.org to give an idea of materials needed. 512495-9224 / www.amoa.org. Every Wednesday Thinkery Community Nights - 4pm - 8pm MAKE and DO together at Community Night! Every Wednesday the museum stays open late for families to discover new ideas and learn together. Enjoy the exhibits and educational programs facilitated by staff. Admission is by donation, with a suggested $1 dollar donation. Bilingual Storytime Wednesdays at 6 pm Thinkery At the Meredith Learning Lab 1830 Simond Ave. thinkeryaustin.org Storytime -Tuesdays &Wednesdays at the Hampton Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd. Toddlers Fridays at 11am, . 892-6680. wiredforyouth.com
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student. Additional adults are $8. No reservations required.Learning Labs will be offered at 11:30am and 1pm for an additional cost of $4 per student (limited space for Learning Labs).
New Events Zoo Tots 2- 5 year old program – A new Mommy and Me program at Austin Zoo is offered every Tuesday from 11 AM -12 PM. Each month centers around an engaging theme and parent and child learn together while participating in zoo, craft, and science activities. Download a registration form at www.austinzoo.org or call (512)288-1490. Homeschool Days at the Science Mill - Homeschool families and groups to join us on the second Wednesday of each month to explore the Science Mill. In addition to museum exhibits, we will offer special demonstrations and guests. Museum hours are 10am-4pm. Cost: $6 per student. 1 free educator per
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Farmer’s Market at Sunset Valley - Locally grown fresh produce at Tony Burger Center, 3200 Jones Rd. Saturdays from 9am-1pm. www. sfcfarmersmarket.org. Docent Tours of AMOA - Each Sat. & Sun. 1pm Docent-led tours of the recently restored 1916 Driscoll Villa, the intimate art exhibition Laguna Gloria Grounded and the historic gardens overlooking Lake Austin. Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress 512-495-9224 www.amoa.org. Texas OutdoorWomen’s Network Open to women of all ages interested in outdoor activities. fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking and more! No experience required. Free monthly meetings on fourth Tuesday of each month at 6pm at the LCRA Red Bud Complex, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd. . www.townaustin.org. Hill Country Outdoors- “Austin’s Most Active Outdoor, Sport an Social Club” Specializing in adventure with outdoor events such as hiking, camping, biking, road trips and rafting. hillcountryoutdoors.com.
Guided Hikes - Second Sat. & second Sun. of each month at 9am at Bright Leaf Natural Area, 4400 Crestway Dr., Hikes are usually 4 miles long and last about 2 hours. Wear sturdy shoes and bring your own water. brightleaf.org Nature Hike at McKinney State Falls - Free interpretive hikes to discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours. jeanneffia@gmail.com
New Events May 17 The Natural Gardener presents “Homegrown Citrus”- Whether an apartment dweller or homeowner,
Arts & Entertainment, cont.
New Events
Thursday, May 12 Rick Hornyak- 6:30pm North By Northwest Restaurant & Brewery 5701 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com Choctaw Wildfire - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Derailers & Roy Heinrich- 9:30/68pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net
PBS Kids at the Alamo: Thomas & Friends- The Alamo Drafthouse and PBS KIDS are teaming up to present family screenings of PBS KIDS’popular show, Thomas and Friends. All aboard for some fun as the kids get to watch their favorite characters. 5701 W. SlaughterLane.www.drafthouse.com
Outdoors & Fitness WestcavePreservepublicweekend tours- Sats. and Sundays, 10am., noon, 2pm & 4, $5 adult/$2 child/$15 family. One mile hike into the canyon & back. Kids welcome w/ adult. No pets. For more info call (830)825-3442 westcave.org
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The Lucky Strikes- 6:30pm at Central Market Westgate 4477 S. Lamar 512899-4300 centralmarket.com Friday, May 13 Louie Ortega Band - 10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Gary P. Nunn & Ben Rodgers9:30/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. AustinTx 78704 512-4426189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net
Monday, May 16 CharlesThibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces - 6:30pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Tuesday, May 17 Rick McRae- 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Weldon Henson & Armadillo Road8:15/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-4426189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net
T Jarrod BontaTrio- Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512-288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Thursday, May 19 Jeremy Steding- 6:30pm North By Northwest Restaurant & Brewery 5701 W Slaughter, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com
Huck Johnson & The Jackknives6:30pm at Central Market Westgate4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com Friday, May 20 WootTalley+TheBox-6:30pmNorth By Northwest Restaurant & Brewery 5701 WSlaughter, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com
May 21
Trout Fishing in America- Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Saturday, May 14 Two Tons of Steel & Ben Rodgers9:30/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. AustinTx 78704 512-4426189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net Gene Douglas/ Eric Hisaw/ Tom Buller & Just Plain Trouble 6/8/10:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net
Saturday, May 21
Derailers & Paula Russell- 9:30/68pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net Lucas Cook/ Undead JoeTrio/ Canvas People- 6/8/10:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net Jacqui Walker- 6:30pm at Central Market Westgate4477 S. Lamar 512899-4300 centralmarket.com
Wednesday, May 18
Michele Solberg- 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
come learn the types of citrus and what it takes to grow them in your own private grove. Presented by Jeff Ferris, one of the staff horticulturists and diagnosticians at The Natural Gardener and is John’s co-host on “Gardening Naturally”. May 17th, at 10 am. 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd. naturalgardeneraustin.com
Centennial Celebration at Deep Eddy Pool- Live music on the west lawn will include Melancholy Ramblers, Hey, and Sister Jane.The H2Ho’s will make a splash in the pool with their synchronized swimming; Face painters and balloon twisters will walk the grounds entertaining the guests; and the festivities will wrap up with family friendly fire dancers. Prizes for most original and most authentic swimwear will awarded to those who come dressed in costume or retro bathing attire. Donations and proceeds will go to Friends of Deep Eddy towards their continuing efforts to help maintain and support the grounds at Deep Eddy Pool. Saturday May 21st from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 401 Deep Eddy Ave.
John Arthur Martinez- 6:30pm at CentralMarketWestgate4477S.Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com
Mother Falcon- Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512-288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Sunday, May 22 Will Hoge- Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512-288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Tuesday, May 24 Dime Store Poets - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Weldon Henson & Johnny Cash Tribute Band- 8:15/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www.brokenspokeaustintx.net Wednesday, May 25
MissLaVelleWhite-10pmEvangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Hilary York/The Peacemakers7/10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
DaleWatson & Ben Rodgers- 9:30/68pmBrokenSpoke3201S.LamarBlvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net
Gary Wooten- Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512-288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com
Ru Coleman/ Texas KGB/ John Baumann- 6/8/10pm Poodies Hilltop BarandGrill22308Hwy.71W.512-2640318 poodies.net Selmer’s Arch- 6:30pm at Central Market Westgate4477 S. Lamar 512899-4300 centralmarket.com
Thursday, May 26 Jeremy Steding- 6:30pmNorth By Northwest Restaurant & Brewery 5701 WSlaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com T. Jarrod Bonta - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
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Drippin’ Lowdown
Dripping Springs
Homeboy named “Living Hero of Western Swing” In Dripping Springs, we’re hometown proud of Alex Dormont and his Hot Texas Swing Band! Homeboy Alex was recently honored as a “Living Hero of Western Swing” by the Cowtown Society of Western Music. Alex received his award at a banquet in Mineral Wells from none other than Leon Rausch, of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys fame. Alex and the Hot Texas Swing Band can add this last award to their growing trophy case of honors. Over the past four years, they’ve won Top Male Vocalist, Top Female Vocalist, and Song of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists; had an original song (Ain’t Dead Yet ) hit number one on the Western Way Top Ten Western Swing Album chart; con-
sistently placed in the Top Ten Jazz Bands on the Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin poll; and were honored by the City of Dripping Springs and the City of Austin, who each declared a Hot Texas Swing Band Day. HTSB was also featured in the March 2016 issue of Texas Highways Magazine. More importantly, they’ve developed a loyal following among the Austin Western Swing dance crowd that is a delight to behold. Western Swing dancing, and its cousins, West Coast and East Coast Swing, are a perennial favorite in the Austin nightclub scene. You might want to check out The Hot Texas Swing Band (and the amazing dancers in the crowd) at Central Market on Saturday, June 11 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm.
Better yet – drive out to Twin Sisters Dance Hall (just south of Blanco on Hwy 281) on Saturday, June 4, to see the REAL DEAL: traditional Texas Swing music played by the Hot Texas Swing Band on the stage of a 150-year-old dancehall in front of one of the best hardwood dancefloors in the state. It’s a living piece of history, with cold beer to boot. It’s the traditional Texas dancehall closest to South Austin, and this will be one of the finest nights to experience it. (www.twinsistersdancehall.com) And while we’re talking about old dancehalls with wonderful wooden dance floors – put the traditional German Maifest celebration on May 21 at Anhalt Halle (25 miles south of Blanco off Hwy 281) on your Buck-
et List. The 120-year-old German dancehall has the largest and finest dance floor in Central Texas: 6000 square feet of hardwood purity, polished every year since it was laid down in 1908. For the past 136 years, on the third we ekend of May (Maifest) and October (Oktoberfest), folks have come Laurel Robertson to eat a boiled beef and sauerkraut dinner, polka all afternoon to a traditional German Oompah band and dance into
the night to the sounds of Western Swing music. For me, the highlight of an Anhalt Maifest or Oktoberfest comes around 4 pm, when an old German couple (he in lederhosen, she in a dirndl skirt) lead hundreds of dancers in The Grande March, a traditional German folk dance. Two lines of dancers follow their leader through snaking patterns that separate, intertwine and ultimately lineup in parallel formation before the bandstand - just as the band’s horns and accordion sound a triumphant final note to the traditional German song. The hilarity and the history of it are unforgettable. (www.anhalthall.com)
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Also on May 21, a celebration of history will take place a little closer to home. The Heritage Circle, an auxiliary arm of the Dr. Pound Historical Museum in Dripping Springs will host “If Tombstones Could Talk: Genealogy Research Celebration” on the grounds of our local pioneer museum. The free event will run from 12:30 to 2:30 (leaving plenty of time to get on over to Anhalt for the Grande March!) and feature fun activities and speakers on geneology,
researching family history and available resources. There will also be experts available to help you “climb your family tree.” While you’re there, tour the restored pioneer homestead with its dog-trot cabin, rainwater cistern (accessible from indoors for convenience during Indian raids), smoke house, blacksmith shop, windmill and hothouse for overwintering plants. Just standing beneath the 250-year-old majestic live oak trees on the pastoral grounds is worth the trip in itself.
The members of Hot Texas Swing Band have been honored many times for being outstanding in their field.
SUMMER CAMPS & ACTIVITIES Kuk Sool Won™ of Oak Hill Martial Arts 6001 W. William Cannon Dr., Ste 307, 78749 512-899-8710 www.kswoakhill.com, info@kswoakhill.com Martial Arts Summer Camps for ages 7-13: 6/13-6/17; 7/11-7/15; 8/8-8/12, 11:45am - 3:45pm, $205 per session The camps are open to everyone, you do not need to be a current student or have any martial arts background to attend! We specialize in 4-young 6 year old classes, children’s classes, adult day, evening, and family classes,Women’s Self Defense, AISD Middle/High School PE Credit. Each of our Black Belt Instructors are CPR/ First Aid Certified and have passed Criminal Background Checks and FBI Fingerprints Checks.
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Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 7815 Hwy 290, 78736 LifeAustin Church, 8901 TX-71, 78735 plus 14 other locations around Austin (main office 2826 Real Street) 512-836-5437 www.kidsActingStudio.com Ages 4-18; One week full day camps $335; One week half day camps $235; 3-week Stardust: $995; 4-week Footloose: $1295, Early drop off and pickup available. kidsActing’s award-winning camps are even more fun this year. Full Scale Productions: Stardust, Footloose; Acting: Lightning Thief, Wizardry and more; Musicals: Annie, Jungle Book, and more; Creative Kids: Frozen, Toy Story and more.
Mu Sool Won of South Austin Martial Arts
1901 W. William Cannon Dr., #121, Austin, TX 78745 (512) 299-1873 www.mswsouthaustin.com Ages 5 years old and up; $185 for first week, $125 for any subsequent weeks; we offer family discounts as well. MSWSA camps are half day camps from 9 am to 1 pm. They include martial arts training, fun unique team games, and one-on-one instruction. Uniform, shirt and Picture CD included.
Austin Coding Academy’s Week of Code 2324 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 512-827-8498 austincodingacademy.com/summer For high school students (Grades 9th-12th) - $500 Week of Code is a weeklong summer class (June 20-24) designed to prepare high school students for a future career in tech by teaching valuable coding skills in web development.
This guide will be running through the end of June. Please call us at 512-301-0123 or email us at advertising@oakhillgazette.com to find out how to include your camp.
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Gazette Sports: Austin • Bowie • Crockett Bowie softball team advances by Patrick Olson A clutch performance by Jackie Ramos on her birthday propelled the Bowie softball team to a 3-2 bi-district win before the club blasted Oak Ridge 12-2 in an area playoff encounter. The Bulldawgs now face a formidable Humble Kingwood crew in a Class 6A Region II semi-final best-of-three game series at Bryan Rudder High School. The initial two contests will be in a double header format Friday evening beginning at 6 pm. If necessary, game three will begin Saturday at noon. Rouse jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first inning of the bi-district matchup. Leadoff batter Savannah Wells singled over the outstretched glove of Bowie second baseman Amber Lotz to begin the
contest. Following a sacrifice bunt, Tevanae Tate bounced a 1-1 Alexandra McLennan delivery off the scoreboard for a two-run homer. McLennan then got the fourth and fifth batters to fly out to right and left field respectively. Bowie rebounded with a pair of runs in the bottom of the third inning. With two outs, and an 0-2 count on Nikki Gil, the Dawgs shortstop had an arduous beginning to her second plate appearance of the game. She eventually fouled off three pitches before coaxing a base on balls. “The biggest thing on our team right now is focus,” Gil conveyed after the game. “No matter the circumstances, we knew we could do it.” Lotz then reached on an error by the
Raiders shortstop and McLennan smashed a double to left to push a pair of runs across the plate and tie the game. McLennan and Raiders starting pitcher Jordaine Bishop battled relentlessly throughout, but the Bulldogs dramatically took the lead in the seventh, when Lotz singled to left and Ramos brought her home with a double. Bowie clinched the triumph with two splendid defensive plays in the seventh. Haley Daigle made a phenomenal catch in right field and Lotz doubled off a runner at first after snatching a bullet of a line drive out. “We’ve worked so hard this week,” coach Liz Wissel said afterward. “The one thing on our mind was leaving this game with a win.”
Bowie baseball team out of playoffs by Patrick Olson After a shut-out victory in game one, Bowie was swept in two Saturday games as Pflugerville prevailed in a best-of-three game bi-district playoff series. Pitchers Brandon Ramos and Garett Sartin combined to blank the Panthers on Friday 4-0 as Bowie (23-10) banged out eight hits. Pflugerville’s offense erupted in the sixth inning of the second game to capture a 3-1 victory before blanking the Bulldogs in the third and final contest. Pflugerville (228) advances to face Atascocita in the second round of the Class 6A postseason. Led by second baseman Max Jacoby, who had a double and a pair of RBI, Bowie scored single runs in the first, third, fourth and fifth frames to earn the road victory in the first contest. The Bulldogs took a 1-0 lead in the second inning of the second Continued on next page
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Gazette: Hans Landel
Bowie pitcher Cole Brooks fires one in there against Pflugerville.
Student Athlete Spotlight Mariah Gomez by Patrick Olson As a steady, four-year performer for the Crockett softball team, Mariah Gomez consistently delivered in the field and at the plate for the District Champion Cougars. Following graduation, Gomez will continue her softball career at Cisco College. Born in Austin, Mariah attended Pleasant Hill Elementary before progressing to Bedichek Middle School where she also played volleyball, basketball and ran track. Upon arriving at Crockett, she ran cross-country before earning a spot on the varsity softball team as a freshman. Gomez earned all-district recognition as freshman, sophomore and as a junior. She played on the select team Next Continued on next page
Mariah Gomez, Crockett
Jordan Landel
by Patrick Olson Jordan Landel seized an opportunity in the first regular season Bowie baseball game and will now compete on a Tier One select team over the summer to prepare for the Bulldogs 2017 campaign on the diamond. Having recently been inducted into the National Honor Society, Jordan has begun to seek a college to attend amongst schools including the University of Texas, the University of Washington, Rice and some prestigious institutions on the east coast. Born in Seattle, Jordan grew up a fan of the Mariners while attending elementary and middle school in the Great Northwest. He moved to Austin shortly before his first year at Bowie and played freshman football and baseball.
Jorden Landel, Bowie Jordan’s favorite teacher at Bowie is his PALS (Peer Assisted LearnContinued on next page
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game. Chris Alanis deposited an 0-2 pitch into right field before Brad Dorer drew a base on balls. Roy Ramirez laid down an excellent sacrifice bunt to put runners in scoring position for Tyler Jean, who flew out to centerfield for a sacrifice fly that
plated Alanis. The Panthers tied the game in the sixth inning when Evan McDonald scored on a single by Eric James. An RBI single by Johnny Zarate gave Pflugerville all the runs they would need in the 3-1 triumph for the second place club from District 13-
6A. Jordan Landel singled to right field in the fourth frame for Bowie, but undefeated Panthers pitcher Ricky Martinez displayed excellent command of his throws and shut out the Bulldogs for a 3-0 triumph to secure the series.
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Generation over the summer with Austin High catcher Brianna Gil. English instructor Mrs. Hannon is Mariah’s favorite teacher at Crockett. “She’s been there when I needed someone to talk to,” the senior infielder divulged. “She would give me good advice.” The eldest of three children born to Anthony and Marrissa Gomez, Mariah aims to eventually earn a degree in physical therapy. Her younger sister Alyssa plays in the outfield for the Cougars softball squad. Mariah’s favorite game of the season was a victory over Cedar Creek, where she reached out and snagged a grounder with the bases loaded in the seventh inning and tossed the ball to second baseman Mexquitic
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ing Strategies) instructor Mr. Garcia. “He’s a lot of fun to be around,” Landel added. In assisting younger students, he has visited Kiker, Cowan and Mills Elementary for the program. Landel split time at catcher with senior Brad Dorer and earned a designated hitter role in a 2-1 victory over Vandergrift. With the score tied 1-1, Dorer led off the bottom of the
for the final out of the game. In Crockett’s playoff appearance, with the Cougars needing a run to tie the game in the seventh inning, Natalie Gonzales beat out a bunt single and Alyssa Martinez singled, but Vista Ridge pitcher Emilie Casady induced a hard hit line drive out to shortstop by Mariah, struck out Mexquitic and coaxed a ground ball for a fielder’s choice that sealed the 1-0 victory for the Rangers. The shortstop’s father Anthony has provided a positive influence for Mariah. “He’s the one that pushed me to play softball,” she noted. Mariah also has important advice for younger pupils aspiring to play varsity sports at the high school level. “Always practice hard and don’t let people talk down on you,” Gomez said. “Do your schoolwork. That’s more important than anything.”
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Austin High softball team ends a good year by Patrick Olson Although lacking a senior on the squad, the Austin High softball team advanced to the playoffs and developed tremendous camaraderie during the 2016 season. Coach Kristen Lozano’s crew showed outstanding dedication on a path to the postseason. “They worked hard every single practice despite the rain,” the skipper stated of her competitors. “We never cancelled a practice this year. If it was raining, we were working hard in the gym. They never stopped working.” Austin High (13-10, 10-7) hosted Cedar Ridge (22-4, 13-1) in the first game Thursday night in a best-ofthree game series and the Raiders defeated the Maroons 10-6. Lozano’s warriors then attempted to even the series in Round Rock, with freshman hurler Danielle Serna on the mound and Brianna Gill at backstop for Austin High. The Maroons outfield from left to right included Anevay Pena, Macie Cervantes and Celia Bigger. Sophomores Destinee Urea and Caitlyn Rangel worked the corners at first and third while juniors Catherine Sustaita and Makayla Dominguez manned the interior infield spots at second base and
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benefits of traditional martial arts and introduce them to positive and friendly people in a safe and comfortable environment. All new students who enroll is summer camp also get a free month of training in September. For children who have already had some martial arts training, summer camps can help them catch up on curriculum, refine what they’ve learned, or even get ahead in their training. Camps are all-inclusive, with everything they need to participate included in one price. Each camp runs from Monday through Friday from 9 am
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Religious Services ANGLICAN
St. Philip’s Anglican Church 1408 W. 9th St, Austin. 78703 Fr. Gary Francis, Vicar Holy Communion 1928 Book of Common Prayer Sunday 11:00 am gkfrancis@suddenlink.net Traditional Anglican Worship
BAPTIST
Bee Cave Baptist Church 13222 Hwy. 71W (at Hwy. 620) (512) 263-5058 Pastor: Rev. Jim Roquemore Services: Sun. 10:45am & 6:30pm, Sunday School 9:30am Children’s church available Sun. am Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 7 pm First Baptist Church of Oak Hill 6907 Convict Hill Rd 78749 512) 288-7570 Pastor: Rob Satterfield Services: Sun. 10:50am & 6:00pm Bible Study Sun. 9:30am Thursday Abide student ministry 6:30pm www.fbcoakhill.org Oak Hill Primitive Baptist Church 11408 Camp Ben McCulloch Rd. Pastors: Richard Halbgewachs and mark Huffman Services: Sunday Prayer 9:00 am, Coffee Fellowship 9:30 am, Worship 10:30 am, Wednesday 7:00 pm www.oakhillpbc.org Scenic Hills Baptist Church 8305 Mowinkle Dr. (off Circle Dr.) (512)288-0244 Pastor Matthew Cox Adult and children’s Sunday School classes- 10am Sunday worship service- 11am Sunday evening service- 6pm Wednesday prayer and preaching service- 7pm More info found at- scenichillsbc.com
BAUTISTA
Iglesia Bautista Oak Hill 6907 Convict Hill Rd., 78749 Cell (512)828-9545/Home(512)719-4366 Pastor Leonel Flores Sr. Servicios Bilingües- Domingo: 9:45am- Escuela Dominical, 11 am- Adoración & Mensaje Miércoles: 7pm- Estudio Bíblico & Oración Música Tradicional y Contemporánea ¡Visitarnos!
CATHOLIC
St. Catherine of Siena 4800 Convict Hill Rd. 78749 892-2420 Pastor Rev. Patrick Coakley Weekend Masses: Sat. 9am, 5pm vigil; Sun 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:15pm, 5pm Weekday Masses: Mon-Fri. 12noon, Sat. 9am, Tues & 1st Fri 7pm
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Western Hills Church of Christ 6211 Parkwood Drive 892-3532 www.whfamily.org westernhillsoffice@gmail.com Sunday Services:9am Bible Classes (all ages),10am Worship (with Children’s Church) Evening - groups & worship alternating weeks Wednesday: 7pm Worship, classes for all ages, 6pm Meal together We have an inspiring and Biblically rich worship service, a very active Youth Ministry and a growing Children’s Ministry! “We are... a place to believe, a place to belong, a place to call home”
COWBOY CHURCH
Cowboy Church of the Hill Country 120 Frog Pond Lane(4 miles west of Nutty Brown Road on Hwy 290) (512) 587-2242 Pastor: Jerry Kelley pastor@cowboychurchhc.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.cowboychurchhc.org facebook.com/Cowboy ChurchHC info@ cowboychurchhc.org We do things the Cowboy way!
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St. Alban’s Episcopal Church Seeking the transformation of lives through sharing God’s love and grace 11819 So. IH-35 (exit #223, FM 1327; take north access road 1.1 mile) 512-282-5631 www.stalbansaustin.org Rector: The Rev. Erin Hensley Sunday Schedule: Holy Eucharist Rite II with Children’s Chapel at 9am* & 11:15am*, Choir at 11:15 service, Christian Education for All Ages 10:15 am* *We occasionally have Christian education at 9:30am and Holy Eucharist at 10:30am. Please check our website. St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church 8724 Travis Hills Dr. 78735 (between SW Parkway & Old Bee Caves) (512) 288-0128 www.stchristopher.net Rector: The Rev. Bo Townsend Services: Holy Communion at 10am Sundays; Children’s Chapel at 10 am Christian Ed. 9am (Sept. 10-May 20) Seeking God’s Truth, Sharing God’s Love St. Michael’s-South St. Michael’s Episcopal Church-New South Campus Meeting at Covington Middle School Auditorium, 3700 Convict Hill (1 block SW of Brodie & Wm. Cannon) 9:00 A.M. Worship, Sunday School, Nursery All are welcome around God’s table st-michaels.org
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ISLAM
Masjid Ibrahim Islamic Center Religious Services/Youth & Children Activities 8521 Hwy 71W 78735 512-693-2924 Friday Sermon @ 1:00 PM Mosque open 7 days for 5 daily prayers Check Mosque website for prayer timings and weekend programs www.masjidibrahim.org Email: admin@masjidibrahim.org
LUTHERAN
Abiding Love Lutheran Church “Sharing God’s Love” 7210 Brush Country, 78749 (512)892-4040 Sr. Pastor:Lynnae Sorensen Assoc. Pastor: Brad Highum Sunday Services: 8:30am and 11am Education Hour: 9:45 am (for all ages) Children’s Center 892-2777 Director: Debbie Tonne Full & PT programs M-F, 7am-6pm Food Pantry- Mondays 1:00-3:00pm info@abidinglove.org www.abidinglove.org Bethany Lutheran Church “Where Jesus Meets His Friends” 3701 W. Slaughter (next to Bowie) 512-292-8778, info@bethanyaustin.com www.bethanyaustin.com Pastors: William B. Knippa and Martin D. Danner Services: 8 am traditional; 9:30 am blended; 11:00 am blended ACTS242 services: 11am and 5pm in the gym (contemporary) Sunday School & Bible Study: 9:30am Preschool: Mon-Thurs Holy Cross Lutheran Church 4622 S. Lamar 892-0516 Sharolyn Browning, Interin Minister Learning time for all: 9:00 am Sunday Worship: 10:00 am Sunday Fellowship following worship www.hclcaustin.org You’re always welcome here. Mt. Olive Lutheran Church 10408 Hwy 290 West (4 miles from the “Y” in Oak Hill) 512-288-2370 info@ConnectwithJesus.org www.Mt.OliveAustin.org Pastor Paul Meyer Services: 8 am traditional and 10:30 am contemporary. Education Hour: 9:15-10:15 am Preschool: 18 months to Pre-K, Preschool Phone: 512-288-2330 Full and part-time hours. Risen Savior Lutheran Church-WELS 2811 Aftonshire Way 78748 512-280-8282 Rev. Vilas Glaeske, interim pastor
Services: Sunday Worship— 9:30am Sunday School/Bible Classes for all ages, Sunday— 11:00am www.risensavioraustin.net
METHODIST
Oak Hill United Methodist Church 7815 Hwy. 290 W. 78736 288-3836 Rev. Jim Roberts, Rev. Pam Sheffield, and Rev. Katy Fitzhugh Services: Sunday 8:45, 10 & 11:15am (Interpreted for the deaf at the 10 and 11:15am services) Wednesday ReCharge service 6:15pm Sunday School: 10 & 11:15am Children’s Sunday School: 8:45, 10 & 11:15am, Youth group: 5pm www.oakhillumc.org open hearts, open minds, open doors! Manchaca United Methodist Church Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors! 1011 FM 1626 (SE corner of FM 1626 & Manchaca Rd) www.ManchacaUMC.org; office@ ManchacaUMC.org; 512.282.7274 Pastors: Rev. Laura Adam, Rev. Tracey Beadle Sunday Schedule: 8:30 am – Traditional Worship with Communion in the Sanctuary. 9:45 am - Sunday School; adult, youth and children. 11:00 am - Traditional Worship and Hymns in the Sanctuary. 11 am - Life on the Road - Casual Praise Service in the Family Life Center 5 pm - High School & Middle School youth programs Wednesday Worship: 6:00 am Individual Prayer and Meditation with Communion
NON - DENOMINATIONAL
Austin Ridge Southwest 7416 Hwy 71 W, 78735 512-288-8000 Worship services: 9:15 and 11:00 Children’s Ministry: 9:15 and 11:00 Middle/High School 6 pm www.austinridge.org Grace Vineyard Church Meeting at Patton Elementary, 6001 Westcreek Dr. Austin, TX 78749 Phone: 832-754-9200 Lead Pastor: Scott Hatch Sunday Service: 10:00 am www.gvcaustin.org Grace happens here. We are a passionate community where non-religious people can connect with God and learn to follow him in every aspect of life. Hope in the City 4407 Monterey Oaks Blvd, 78749 Phone; 512-892-4673 Senior Pastor: Britt Tucker Sun. Service 10:15 am www.hopeinthecity.org We value loving God, loving one another and loving Austin and the Nations.
LifeAustin 8901 W Hwy 71 78735 Phone: 512-220-6383 Lead Pastor: Randy Phillips Sun. Services: 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 am Wed Services: 7 pm Life University, 7 pm Student Life LifeAustin is a Bible Church - a cosmopolitan community of healing and hope. We are all about connecting people to Christ and to each other.
ORTHODOX
St. Sophia Orthodox Church 225 Rose Dr. in Dripping Springs Fr. Peter Smith, Pastor 512) 638-0721 / pcmsmith@hotmail. com (Fr. Peter’s email) www.stsophiachurch.us Services: Sundays- 8:45 a.m. Orthros (Matins) & 10 a.m. Divine Liturgy- Weds- 7p.m. Daily Vespers or other special services according to the season Saturdays- 5:45 pm. Ninth Hour & 6:00 pm Great Vespers and Confession Special feast day services as an-nounced All services are in English and visitors are always welcome. The Orthodox Church is the original, historic, pre-denominational Church of the New Testament. Please join us for worship soon!
PRESBYTERIAN
Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church 5226 W William Cannon 78749 Pastor James Capps Assoc. Pastors Michael Killeen, Britta Dukes Worship Schedule: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
UNITY
UNITY of Lake Travis is here! The new congregation, led by the Rev. John Connor & Rev. Bonnie Connor, meets Sundays at 10:30AM at the Old Bee Cave Schoolhouse, 13333 Texas Hwy 71, Bee Cave TX. (Located behind Shops at the Galleria, next to the Bee Cave fire station.) Visit facebook.com/unitylaketravis for more information, or email John@ReverendConnor.com. UNITY is a positive, accepting path for spiritual living, based in the teachings and example of Jesus.
Unity of Austin
5501 West Hwy 290– Monterey Oaks exit www.unitychurchaustin.org Information - unity@unitychurchaustin. org and 512-892-3000 Inspiration Line Recorded Daily Uplift– 512-892-3010 Senior Minister – Rev. Anna Shouse, Ph.D. Sunday Celebration – 11 AM; Activities
throughout the week Unity of Austin is open-hearted, positive, progressive, joyful, and welcoming to all people —committed to studying, teaching, and living the Unity principles of universal Christ Consciousness expressed through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We believe that developing spiritual maturity results in creative abundant lives, families, communities, and a peaceful world.
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Mental Health Month events Continued from p. 3 tal health outcomes in Texas. Monday, May 23 “Breakdown to Brilliance”featuring Ryan Sheehy, 2016 SXSW Interactive Presenter 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. FREE George Carver Museum’s Boyd Vance Theatre, 1165 Angelina St. We’re taking our monthly Community Meeting on the road in May to celebrate our annual community award recipients and to feature Ryan Sheehy, a recent South by Southwest Interactive presenter. As founder of the Austin-based PR firm, SHEEHY creative, Ryan recently made it her mission to change the narrative surrounding mental illness with “Breakdown to Brilliance”, an opportunity to publicly reveal her lifelong battle with
bipolar disorder on the SXSW stage. During her presentation she’ll debunk myths, offer ideas for achieving wellness and inspire a cultural shift. Thursday, May 26 All in Your Head: True Tales of Struggles with Mental Health 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $5 Testify Austin at the Spider House Ballroom, 2908 Fruth St. Storytelling is one of the most effective ways to change minds and hearts. Testify Austin is a live monthly storytelling show, and in May they’re“Going Green”for Mental Health Month. All in Your Head: True Tales of Struggles with Mental Health will feature people’s heartfelt journeys with mental illness. You won’t want to miss this event!
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Possible SH45 SW delay for birds Continued from p. 1
Kuhl told the Gazette that the bird survey has been conducted annually for decades. Although the sighting has occurred late in the planning process for SH45SW, Kuhl said, “This was not a gotcha moment. We have multiple sightings in that area since 2013.” Dee Anne Heath, Director of External Affairs for the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) told the Gazette, “The city has informally alerted us of the warbler sighting and we look forward to reviewing the city’s official report when it becomes available.” The protection of the golden-cheeked warbler is almost as controversial as the construction of SH45SW. The roadway has been under consideration for decades, receiving environmental approval that some say does not go far enough to protect the environment, while others just want the roadway built. SH45SW, a 3-mile road to join Mopac with FM 1626, is touted as an easier way for Hays County commuters to reach downtown
“This was not a gotcha moment. We have multiple sightings in that area since 2013.” - Sherri Kuhl, BCP Austin—to the relief of Brodie Lane residents who suffer thousands of commuters using that two-lane road on a daily basis. Travis County is paying $15 million toward the road, while Hays County is adding $5 million. The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization gave a $28.9 million grant toward construction, and the Texas Transportation Commission approved $60 million to complete it. Hays County Realtor John Sanford blogged, “Once this road is completed it will allow for much easier east–west traffic between Buda–Kyle and the Dripping Springs part of Hays County. It will also give Buda and Kyle area residents a third commuting way into Austin—the first two being IH-35 and SH 130 toll.” In February, a group that includes
former Austin Mayor Carole Keeton, the Friends of the Wildflower Center and the Save Our Springs Alliance filed a lawsuit in federal court to stop construction of SH45SW, claiming the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) should have combined several south Austin infrastructure projects in determining the environmental consequences. The CTRMA responded to the lawsuit: “Recently a lawsuit was filed against the Texas Department of Transportation and the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority to stop the Mopac South project as well as 45 SW and the intersection improvements of Mopac and Slaughter Lane and LaCrosse Avenue. Over the last decade, lawsuits have been filed against projects in Continued on next page
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“They’re not easy to find, but if you have a running creek nearby or have had a problem with them in the past you might see them again this year,” she said. “Target areas around vegetation and rocks in flowing water.” Swiger said repellants with dieth-
Dabs of petroleum jelly around the sensitive areas of animals, such as the nose, ears and eyes, can prevent bites and the pest from congregating. “The fact that they are fully aquatic and their habitat is flowing water can
yl-meta-toluamide or DEET, are supposed to be effective against them but added that female black flies are determined feeders once they find a potential host. Perme- Oak Hill Gazette thrin can be applied to animals to repel and kill black flies, she said.
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City of Dripping Springs news
Dripping Springs City Administrator wins top award DRIPPING SPRINGS – Dripping Springs City Administrator Michelle Fischer has earned the 2016 Distinguished Public Administrator Award by the Central Texas Chapter of American Society for Public Administration. Chosen by her peers, Fischer will be acknowledged at a banquet on May 19th for demonstrating a commitment to the profession of public administration and exhibiting exceptional service and performance in the practice of public administration. Mayor Todd Purcell said “this award is a reflection of Michelle’s management and leadership style and is significant as it shows that she is also highly respected by colleagues in her profession.” Fischer has been the City Administrator for the City of Dripping Springs for more than 15
years. During her tenure, Dripping Springs has experienced tremendous growth and she has worked closely with elected officials to promote and preserve quality of life in the community. Fischer has been instrumental in many of the City’s major accomplishments, including construction of the first wastewater treatment plant and collection system, expansion of the City parks, and revitalization of the
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City of Austin news
Vaudeville-themed Centennial Celebration at Deep Eddy Pool Help the Austin Parks and Recreation department celebrate 100 years of open air swimming in Austin with a FREE swim day at Deep Eddy Pool Saturday May 21st from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music on the west lawn will include Melancholy Ramblers, Hey, and Sister Jane. The H2Ho’s will make a splash in the pool with their synchronized swimming; Face painters and balloon twisters will walk the grounds entertaining the guests; and the festivities will wrap up with family friendly fire dancers. On the top deck there will be food and drinks available for sale from Jim Jim’s Water Ice, Austin’s Pizza, Magnolia Cafe, Thundercloud Subs,
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