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May 26, 2016 Volume 21, No. 10 Southwest Austin’s Community Newspaper Since 1995
Changing the face of Oak Hill
Oak Hill’s new movie theater will have lobby dining and recliners.
by Ann Fowler OAK HILL - Oak Hill residents may soon have more shopping, eating and movie-going choices when a long-time shopping center gets a facelift to attract both customers and new tenants, while a new development is coming soon to Southwest Parkway. Circle Drive resident Oscar Erlanson said any shopping area that keeps him out of the ‘Y’ intersection is good. He said, “The plain and simple fact is, is that the ‘Y’ at Oak Hill is a traffic nightmare. If I don’t have to go through there, I don’t. If I can use an alternate route to get to where I need to go, I do.” He can reach either of these centers by using an alternate route. Several residents are hopeful to see Mexican cuisine at one or both locations. And Daloma Armentrout would like all shopping centers to keep larger vehicles in mind when designing parking. She implored, “Please provide for navigable parking—not killer speed bumps—and a turn-radius that will accommodate local large trucks and sedans.”
Stratus entertainment district and re-vamped ‘Y’ center project slated
Moviehouse & Eatery has been signed to anchor Lantana Place. The planned 10-screen theater features reserved recliner seating and food made from scratch. Lantana Place is a Stratus Properties, Inc. project, and will also include offices and retail at Southwest Parkway and William Cannon. Oak Hill Plaza The Oak Hill Plaza, the shopping center at the ‘Y’ that includes Jim’s Restaurant, Auto Zone and Wells
Part of the soon to be revitalized Oak Hill Plaza center at the ‘Y’.
Fargo Bank, will be revitalized courtesy of new management. BBD Commercial plans to renovate the See CHANGING on p. 5
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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. PEC Board election early voting Through June 10 PEC members will vote to elect directors from Board districts 4 and 5. While directors must reside in the district from which they are seeking election, Co-op members from all seven districts may vote in the election for all director positions. Co-op members will be selecting from the following candidates, whose names are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot, determined by random drawing: District 4: Jim Powers; District 5: Carlos Palasciano; James Oakley. Also on the ballot is an amendment to the Co-op’s Articles of Incorporation that, if approved by voters, would guarantee that members of the Cooperative have the right to speak at every meeting of PEC’s Board of Directors, and, an opportunity for members to opt in to the Power of Change program, PEC’s new bill round up program supporting grants to eligible non-profit organizations and qualified members in need. Members who have registered their email addresses with the Cooperative will receive emails from Survey & Ballot Systems (SBS) with links to the online ballot. Members also may bring their ballots to PEC offices and vote online using a publicly available Internet-connected device. Members voting by mail or online will be entered in a random drawing for one of several prizes, including a home theater package, Nest Learning Thermostats and $100 gift cards. Members who do not
vote by mail or online will be able to vote in person June 18 at PEC’s annual meeting. This year’s annual meeting will be held at the Dripping Springs High School Performing Arts Center. Find more information about the annual meeting at pec. coop/annualmeeting. Election information including a sample ballot, candidate biographical information and video clips of PEC’s April 21 election forum are available at pec.coop/election. Oak Hill Business and Professional Association monthly meeting Thursday, June 2, 11:30am - 1pm Mandola’s Italian Market, 4301 W William Cannon Dr. At this month’s luncheon, the board will be presenting this year’s winners of the Oak Hill Young Business Person Awards. The speaker will be Annette Gregory, the Career and Technical Education Executive Director with AISD. The public is invited. For more information go to ohbpa.org. E3-3D: 2016 Central Texas Education Profile Tues. June 14, 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. IBC Bank - First Equity Suite, 2nd Floor, 8998 Research Blvd. 78758 The 2016 Central Tex as Education Profile is the most comprehensive regional view of education trends and outcomes in the state, and includes the region’s demographic changes, teacher characteristics, early childhood education, K-12 student achievement, achievement gaps, absenteeism, high school graduation and college readiness, enrollment and persistence.
Attendees can participate in discussions on issues that impact school and student outcomes. We are planning a deeper dive into the data on: Linking kindergarten readiness to 3rd grade outcomes; Using asset maps to drive action around out-of-school time programs; and, Investigating bright spots schools to identify promising practices to improve post secondary access and success. The E3-3D events are great opportunities to meet, network with, and gain insight from other education professionals in Central Texas. Come prepared to delve into data that you can’t find anywhere else: data that can tell us the extent to which our students are succeeding from cradle to career. Event is FREE. Registration is required. To register and for more information go to e3alliance.org.
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by Roger White My spidey sense tells me of late that the critters in our attic are not Rocky Raccoon and his pals this time around but creatures far more cunning and insidious: squirrels. Yes, those habitual loungers and loiterers of college campuses and street darters who run straight in front of your car and then suddenly become bewildered as to their destination. That’s right, those squirrels. Three clues have led me to determine that these little bushy-bottomed, nut-chomping rodents have replaced the raccoons as our most recent non-rent-paying top-floor dwellers: (1) the scratching, nesting, wire-chewing, and scurrying sounds are more lightweight and frenzied (but still as annoying as a Twisted Sister album); (2) that high-pitched chittering and jabbering can be coming only from squirrels—or my mother-in-law (I can’t tell whether the critters are having wild parties or heated family disagreements up there); and (3) they have a spy squirrel who sits on the roof, tipping off the squirrel squatters when it’s safe to come and go. I’ve gone over every square, round, and triangular inch of our humble abode’s perimeter, and for the life of me I can’t figure out how these tiny little tramps are getting in. I do know, however, that they employ that scout squirrel on our roof. Not unlike a tower guard, scout squirrel sits there keeping an eye on the human enemy. He chatters out signals decipherable only by other squirrels as to our whereabouts. “Chich-chip-chich-chipchipcheech!” scout squirrel screams when I near our bedroom window. Two pack members in the grass nod. One of them gives the “OK” sign, and they dart off giggling into the woods. “Get lost, ya little snitch!” I yell, banging on the window. Scout squirrel sneers and runs away, chattering. “CHIP-CHICHCHEEP-CHIP!!” Which sounds
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much to me like the squirrel version groan here, if you will.) of “Your mother!” And if you don’t think squirrels But get this, declassified documents and other animals are smart enough from the 1960s revealed the CIA’s to act as spies, think again. I read attempt to wire a cat as a listening in the news not too long ago about device, using its tail as the antenna. a vulture that flew into True story! The project, Lebanon from an Israeli dubbed “Acoustic Kitty,” nature preserve and was was abandoned after the captured on suspicion cat was sent into a park to of spying. No kidding. eavesdrop on purported An Israeli game warbad guys but was run den who kept tabs on over by a taxi before it the bird tracked it to could get into position. a southern Lebanese And then there’s this: village. Then the Israelis In 2007, Iran’s Islamic started getting reports Republic News Agenthat the bird was becy reported that they ing held by locals who had broken up a British suspected it was a spy squirrel spying ring. Roger White because it had Israeli Fourteen squirrels were tags and devices. Turns reportedly captured by out the vulture was part of a conser- intelligence officers in the border vation project to restore the raptors region of Iran, each allegedly sportin the Middle East and had a GPS ing listening devices. The British transmitter attached to its tail. The Foreign Office reacted characterpoor bird was finally released when istically, stating “The story is nuts.” the locals were assured it was “not Aha! I would bet good money that carrying any hostile equipment.” our home’s scout squirrel is a survivOK, not a spy but it could have been. ing member of that British squirrel Just like the time last year when the spying ring! Now that I think about Palestinian group Hamas claimed it, his chattering has a certain accent to have captured an Israeli dolphin to it, and his teeth, ooh…. equipped with spying devices. They knew it was an Israeli dolphin beRoger White is a freelance writer cause of the waterproof yarmulke living in Austin, Texas, with his lovely on its head. All right, I made up wife, two precocious daughters, a that part. The Israelis denied that very fat dachshund, and a cat with the animal was sniffing around Pal- Epstein-Barr. For further adventures, estinian waters on porpoise. (Insert visit oldspouse.wordpress.com.
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Changing the face of Oak Hill Continued from p. 1
center in addition to running the day-to-day operations. BBD representative Bill Ott hopes to include another restaurant and fill current vacancies with a mix of national and local tenants. “We’ve received a lot of interest from prospects in the local market, as well as a positive reaction from neighbors about our efforts to renovate the plaza and to cater to the area by recruiting businesses that are good fits for the neighborhood,” said Ott. BBD plans to repaint and remodel the façade, reroof the property, resurface the parking lot and add landscaping. Many locals patronize the local shops and have suggestions for new tenants. Beak Warner is a fan of Big Lots, and used to patronize the Dynasty Buffet. He said, “How about a decent steakhouse?” Carol Cespedes said, “We have been hoping that a Mexican restaurant will move into the Oak Hill Plaza. We miss Flores big time. Hecho en Mexico is nice, but access is impeded by a divider at William Cannon so [my husband] doesn’t like to go there
at night. What is life in Texas without your neighborhood Tex Mex?” (Flores Mexican Restaurant, a longtime favorite at William Cannon and U.S. 290 West, recently moved a few miles up the road to William Cannon at Brush Country.) Oak Hill Plaza patron Daloma Armentrout had several businesses on her wish list: “Good local coffee and sandwich cafe, natural and ethnic restaurants, smoothie and juice bar, national pharmacy with sundries, SNAP Kitchen or other quality take-out.” Oscar and Deb Erlanson regularly patronize Jim’s and Big Lots. Oscar’s suggestions include a bookstore, a coffee shop (“not Starbucks!”) and a good Mexican restaurant. Tim Jarvis of BBD said, “We believe a revamped Oak Hill Plaza will provide the services and restaurants that the local community needs. Even as the city continues to grow, the ‘Y’ has remained one of its most important intersections. We’re excited about bringing new energy to this underserved retail submarket.” Lantana Place A major new development—325,000 square feet—is coming to Oak Hill,
including a 42,000-square-foot dine-in movie theater, restaurants and hotel in the entertainment-oriented mixed-use property. Lantana Place, a Stratus Properties, Inc. project, will also include offices and retail at Southwest Parkway and William Cannon. Stratus President and CEO Beau Armstrong told the Gazette, “We’ve owned that property for 25 years. It takes so long to get things going out there—we have very strong interest from our tenants and the plans have been approved.” Armstrong said the development is “more entertainment focused. If you can buy it on the Internet, we don’t want it—that’s a losing proposition.” Moviehouse & Eatery has been signed to anchor the project. The planned 10-screen theater features reserved recliner seating and food made from scratch. Leslie Sloan and her partner, Rodney Speaks, opened the first Moviehouse & Eatery on RR 620 in 2012. Two more have been continued on p. 11
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Austin selected as a pilot city for Humane Society wildlife program The Humane Society of the United States launched a new program with shelters and animal care and control facilities in five communities across the nation to deal with urban wildlife conflicts in humane and effective ways. Wild Neighbors communities will receive training, resources and step-by-step assistance for implementing the most effective science-based techniques for solving conflicts with wildlife. This includes professional training for community leaders, animal control and police, educational seminars for the public and assistance in the implementation of effective and humane management plans and protocols for wildlife. Wild Neighbors pilot communities include: Arlington, Virginia; Austin, Texas; Boulder, Colorado; San Diego, California; and Washington, D.C. Rather than calling for the trapping and killing of “nuisance” wildlife, these cities recognize the value and importance of wildlife in urban ar-
eas, prioritize effective and humane solutions for conflicts with wildlife, and help foster an appreciation of wildlife among residents. Twenty more Wild Neighbors communities will be added over the next five years. Nicole Paquette, vice president of wildlife protection for The HSUS said: “We are so pleased to be working with our five Wild Neighbors pilot communities. These agencies are leaders in how they address wildlife issues in their communities and can now serve as role models for other communities across the nation.” Tawny Hammond, chief animal services officer for Austin Animal Services said: “We are very excited to be part of the Wild Neighbors program here in Austin, Texas. Ghandi said that ‘The greatness of a nation and moral progress can be judged by the way animals are treated.’ The same can be said of cities and Austin has made a commitment to being the best managed city in the nation
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This Side Of The Dirt, Written by Tito Beveridge - This Side of the Dirt, a dramatic new comedy written by Tito Beveridge and directed by Ty Roberts will pay a limited nine-show engagement June 2-18; Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm at The Dougherty Arts Center in downtown Austin.The play is a SouthTexas family drama steeped in satire and humor. The story takes place days after the death of the family patriarch, Papo. We find his daughter, Jean Ann, alone and weeping as she comes to terms with her loss. As each new character enters her home, the layers of her pain and paranoia unfold. This Side of the Dirt was born from the mind of no other than Tito Beveridge. He pieced together a story based on characters in his own life and others that he simply dreamed up. Thursday through Saturday at 8pm. The Dougherty Arts Center 1110 Barton SpringsRd.www.brownpapertickets. com/event/2545506
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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 cre-
Drift-In Theater: Moonrise Kingdom - Join us for a special floating screening of Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom!The Drift-InTheater Series presents films to Contemporary Austin Members in Laguna Gloria’s scenic, secluded lagoon. Watercraft both large and small are invited to anchor at sunset and enjoy this unique opportunity to experience The Contemporary Austin by water. 3809 W 35th St. www.thecontemporaryaustin.org
Community Clubs & Events 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. Overeaters Anonymous - Fridays at 8pm open meeting. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome! Unity Church of Austin, 5501 W. US Hwy 290, Service Rd. Vicki (512) 925-7854 or Candy (432) 349-1512 Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - Bannockburn Baptist Church room 103 Every Wednesday, 7pm - 8:30pm Anne Slater 512-215-9719 for more info 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. 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.
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.
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.
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/
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/
New Events June 5
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
The Bullock’s 15th Anniversary Party - Help the Bullock Museum celebrate 15 years in the heart of Texas with a very special H-E-B Free First Sunday. Enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum galleries, an obstacle course for kids, sweet treats, and gamesandactivitiesforallages.Come ready to dance on the Lone Star Plaza to live musical performances by Rosie Flores at noon and Don Leady and His Rockin’Revue at 1:45 pm. Sunday, June 5th 12 - 5 pm. Bullock Museum, 1800 N. Congress Avenue June 23, 25, & 30 Champion Hearts Foundation Free Heart Screenings - Summer is just aroundthecornerandChampionship Hearts will head out to conduct FREE Young Athlete Heart Screenings in several communities! Screenings will take place at Austin Regional Clinic Round Rock (June 23rd), Austin Regional Clinic Wilson Parke (June 25th), and Del Valle High School (July 30th). champhearts.org
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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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New Events
Thursday, May 26 T. Jarrod Bonta- 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Derlailers/ Roy Heinrich- 9:30/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net Jeremy Steding- North By Northwest Restaurant&Brewery5701WSlaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com
5th Anniversary at The Art Garage Come celebrate the 5th anniversary ofThe Art Garage. Join us for a petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, cake and refreshments, and door prizes! Sunday May 29th 2 - 5pm. 11190 Circle Drive, Suite 202 www. theartgarageaustin.com
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 28 LindaWallpresents“OrganicVeggie Gardening 101.” - Linda will walk us through all the basics from soil prep,
to raised beds, to planting in the right season. Linda grows much of her own food at her home in Spicewood, land that has been in her family for 4 generations – over 100 years! In her role as horticulturist at the Natural Gardener, along with her consulting business (AustinGardenConsultant.com), she has helped many new gardeners get started over the years. The Natural Gardenerat10am.8648OldBeeCaves Road. naturalgardeneraustin.com June 4 “Movies Under the Stars” - Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park continues its popular outdoor summertime movie series on Saturday, June 4, with the showing of “Batman: The Movie”starring Adam West at the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall. The film starts at dusk and will bepresented on a large outdoor screen. Access to the ranchbeginsat7:00pm.Amovie trivia contestwillprecedethefilm.Prizeswill be given out to trivia contest winners and the best dressed superheroes. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, refreshments, and come dressed as their favorite superhero. 100 Ladybird Lane P.O. Box 329 Johnson City, TX. 830-868-7128
Lady Be Good- 6:30pm at Central Market Westgate4477 S. Lamar 512899-4300 centralmarket.com Mandy Rowden/ South Austin Moonlighters- 8/10:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net Sunday May 29
Wednesday, June 1
The Lobby Boys/ The Peacemakers7/10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Chris Gage & Friends/ Wrenfro6/8pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca 512-828-7636strangebrewloungeside. com Jeremy McBee Duo- 8 -10pm Bistro & Bar5900SlaughterLane#400512-2889994 satellitebistroandbar.com Thursday, June 2 Liz Morphis- 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Strange Majik/ Tommy Elskes6/8:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net
Friday, June 3
Longoria Jazz Project- 6:30pm at Central MarketWestgate4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com
Eve & the Exiles- 10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Friday, May 27 Asleep At The Wheel- 9:30/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net
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
Woot Talley + The Box- North By Northwest Restaurant & Brewery 5701 WSlaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78749 nxnwbrew.com
Tarik Hassan- 12pm at Central Market Westgate4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com Monday, May 30
LouAnn Barton - 10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Jason Roberts/ Ben Rodgers- 9:30/68pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net
WC Jameson/ George Ensle/ Shake Russell & Michael Hearne- Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net Carl Hutson & Good Company- 8pm StrangeBrew5326Manchaca512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com Tuesday, May 31
Gulf Coast Playboys- 6:30pm at Central MarketWestgate4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com
Louis Long/ Innate Space- 5/8pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net
BJ Barham/ Skyline- 8/9:30pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca 512828-7636strangebrewloungeside.com
Freddie Steady Krc - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Saturday, May 28
Weldon Henson/ Debra Peters’ Accordian Roundup- 8:15/6-8pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net
Alvin Crow/ Paula Russell- 9:30/68pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin Tx 78704 512-442-6189 www. brokenspokeaustintx.net
Dan Navarro- 8/10:30pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca 512-828-7636 strangebrewloungeside.com Saturday, June 4 Staci Gray- 10am Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca512-828-7636strangebrewloungeside.com Sunday, June 5 SwiftShiftTrio-12:30-2:30pmBistro& Bar5900SlaughterLane#400512-2889994 satellitebistroandbar.com Wednesday, June 8 SoulWagon-8-10pmBistro&Bar5900 Slaughter Lane #400 512-288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com
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Drippin’ Lowdown
Dripping Springs
One year out from the devastating Wimberley flood This column marks one year that I’ve been sharing events and developments happening in Dripping Springs and points west with the readers of the Oak Hill Gazette. Who knew there would be enough going on in this little ‘burb to fill an entire year’s worth of columns – with more happening all the time! I’ve told you about our city’s ongoing development and downtown beautification; becoming a Dark Sky Community and the Wedding Capital of Texas; playing host to rodeos and olive festivals; being a haven for distilleries, breweries, wineries, a Songwriters Festival and the Rainwater Revival; poked good-natured fun at City Hall and
the Chamber of Commerce; told you about dancehalls and pioneer museums; bragged on some of our local heroes and honored those who helped during the flood; and still there’s more to tell! Adding some 25,000 residents over the next ten years to a population of 1,788 in the city limits (30,000 in the ETJ) will involve lots of drama and comedy (mostly satire, I’m sure). So I have no worries about subject matter to share. Be sure to join me for the ride. This issue also marks a year since the devastating flood of the Blanco River in Wimberley. There’s been a good amount of news coverage of that all year, with recaps in recent
days. I can add that when I interviewed a business owner on the Wimberley Square a few months back, she reported that things were pretty much back to normal and that the whole experience of the flood – far from being a community crushing event – brought the town together in a way she had never experienced before. “Everybody gave whatever they could to meet everyone’s needs,” she recalled. “After being a part of that, you couldn’t pay me to move anywhere else!” I find it amazing and reassuring that out of so much devastation could come such community building. Those who want to witness Wimberley’s recovery first-hand should
make the quick and pleasant drive over there during the Memorial Day weekend, May 28 and 29 (only scattered showers predicted this year!) to see their annual Memorial Day Rodeo. It’s pure Texas fun with all the trimmings: full pro-rodeo both nights, c a lf s cram- Laurel Robertson ble and mutton-busting events for kids, fabulous barbeque, kettlecorn, shaved ice, games for
kids, vendor booths with western wear and more. Proceeds go to the local 4-H club to support their livestock show projects, scholarships and general funds. During the rest of the summer, a drive out to Wimberley should include a visit to Jacob’s Well Natural Area for swimming in the natural pool and just appreciating the beautiful artesian spring that forms the head waters of Cypress Creek. Water temperature is a constant 68 degrees year-round. There’s a hike down to the pool and rock ledges to sit on (or dive from , for the brave and possibly foolhardy). Hays County purchased the natural
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opened in the Dallas/Fort Worth Market, with a third to open in that area in September. Sloan told the Gazette, “Moviehouse & Eatery has been looking for a prime southwest Austin location for several years. The Stratus Lantana site is the perfect development as it will be an easily accessible entertainment hub for Oak Hill, Bee Cave and all of south and southwest Austin.” Armstrong said construction should start the end of this year or the
beginning of 2017. Said Sloan, “We plan to open in Lantana in March 2018 and would love to open sooner if permits and construction allow.” Local residents are looking forward seeing what Lantana Place will have to offer. Cespedes saw the Lantana Place presentation at a recent meeting of the Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods and said, “I was impressed by the presentation on the Lantana development at OHAN. They were challenged on traffic impact and they seem to have handled
it responsibly.” Armentrout said she would drive to Lantana Place to see a movie. She said, “Tables for dining at movies are a good idea. Recliners ... not so much.” (Moviehouse’s Sloan chuckled, “Our recliners are super comfy and we do have some guests doze off occasionally!”) Armentrout said the area needs more quality cafes and take-out. Rick Perkins looks forward to more restaurants in the area. He said, “I would like to see a southern location of Papadeaux on our side of town, and possibly some new music venues with outdoor decks and so forth.”
Perkins is not a fan of “upscale movie theaters,” but says, “The new apartments renting in that new William Cannon area are supremely
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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.
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Gazette Sports: Austin • Bowie • Crockett Student Athlete Spotlight Jacy Wright by Patrick Olson Holding down the critically important catcher position, Jacy Wright helped guide the Crockett softball team to the district championship. She worked in tandem with starting pitcher Sara Sanders during an undefeated district slate. “When the batter goes up, I look at their position in the box,” the senior backstop noted. “Sometimes I call for a screwball or a curve. At then maybe rise ball or a change.” She recalls requesting a curve during a critically important victory over Cedar Creek. “I definitely call pitches every game,” she added. “It seems to work.” A native of Austin, Jacy attended Boone Elementary before progressing to Covington Middle
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The Bowie softball team lost in the third round of the playoffs, when Humble Kingwood won 6-0 in the first game and 2-1 in the final contest of a best-of-three series.
Bowie softball team out of playoffs by Patrick Olson The Bowie softball season ended in the third round of the playoffs, when Humble Kingwood defeated the Dawgs 6-0 in the first game and 2-1 in the final contest of a best-ofthree series. “They had a good pitcher. She moved the ball well,” coach Liz Wissel said. “We left everything on the field.” Kingwood plays Atascocita this weekend for a trip to the final four at Red and Charline McCombs Field. Following the shut-out victory in the first game, Kingwood rallied
Kingwood wins two out of three from a deficit to capture a victory in the final game. In the second inning, Alexandra McLennan smashed a double to score Amber Lotz from first base to put the Dawgs on top 1-0. Kingwood tied the game with an RBI triple in the sixth, and took the lead shortly afterward. “When you get this far, the team that does what they need to do when they need to do it, advances,” Wissel added. “It was a tough loss.” Right:Amber Lotz rounding third
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Garrett Boes
by Patrick Olson Over the course of the 2016 baseball season, Garrett Boes moved up from second to the leadoff spot in the Austin High batting order, and now he will take his talent to Costal Bend College in Beeville. Garrett aims to continue his baseball career and eventually pursue a degree in engineering after his brother motivated him to excel on the diamond. “The competitiveness between me and my brother enabled me to play at the next level,” the senior catcher stated. “I didn’t want to be seen as the lesser brother.” The older Boes sibling, Andrew, played baseball at Austin High and competed last week in a tournament for St. Edward’s. Continued on next page
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volleyball, basketball and tennis. She tried karate at an early age. “It was OK but no adrenalin,” Wright candidly admitted. To improve her softball skills, Jacy played on select teams Texas Blaze, Impact Gold and Firecrackers. Her favorite victory this year came against Cedar Creek, when she threw out a runner at second and then later at third. Mathematics instructor Mr. Healey is Jacy’s favorite teacher at Crockett. “He’s super cool,” she said. “He can
Garrett Boes
Continued from p. 12 Born in Austin, Garrett attended Casis Elementary before moving up to O’Henry Middle School where he also played football in the seventh grade and basketball in the eighth grade. He most enjoyed baseball, and recalls competing in the Oak Hill Youth Sports Association with both Cole Brooks and Corey Elmore, from Bowie and Crockett respectively. During the summer, Garrett competed with Austin Power while a freshman and sophomore and then most recently on the Tier
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relate to us. You go in the class and it’s calm. He made pre-cal fun.” Jacy’s parents Donise and Perry Wright have provided a positive influence for her. “They’ve always been there for me with constant support,” she noted. After graduation on June 3rd, Jacy will continue to play softball at Concordia. “Keep pushing yourself,” she replied when asked what advice she may have for younger pupils aspiring to play varsity sports in high school. “Do the best you can all four years because it will definitely pay off.”
One team. Mr. Perez is Garrett’s favorite teacher at Austin High. “He’s really understanding as a teacher,” Boes noted. “He helps the students personally instead of just teaching to the class.” Garrett’s most memorable plate appearance occurred in the final game of the Round Rock Tournament, when he delivered an RBI double to move the Maroons in front of McNeil 4-3 for the game-winning clutch hit. He will complete in an allstar game at Dell Diamond on June 12th, and will walk across the stage at the Erwin Center for graduation on June 2nd.
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wonder and 81 surrounding acres in 2010 to form its first nature preserve. They’ve created birding trails, hiking areas, geocaching activities and picnic areas to enjoy all year for free and offer swimming in Jacobs Well from Memorial Day to Labor Day by online reservation. Hays County residents, children, seniors and military service members receive discounts on swimming admission. The notorious cave system below the pool has claimed many lives over the years, of even experienced divers, so SCUBA diving is no longer allowed – except for research professionals, who have charted the cave system almost a mile into the Trinity Aquifer. The Parks Department is working to restore, protect and preserve the natural area for generations to come. Hays County Master Naturalists offer a free tour of the natural area every Saturday morning from 10:30 to noon. Wimberley is also home to Market Days – the oldest and largest outdoor market in the Hill Country. A true treasure-hunter’s paradise, the 19-acre site is located FM 2325, a
couple of miles north of the Square. The Lions Club owns and operates Market Days the first Saturday of each month from March to December and plows their proceeds from it back into Wimberley and the surrounding community. More than a flea market, Market Days offers hand-crafted, one-ofa-kind items, antiques, collectibles, crafts, art, plants & flowers and jewelry. Its 475 booths tucked along tree-shaded paths are owned by second- and third-generation vendors, or leased by the day or by the year to newer vendors. Admission is free, with three large parking lots and several private lots nearby. The market boasts entertainment, monthly themes, a wide variety of concessions, and clean restrooms. The entire area is handicap accessible. Visit their website (www.shopmarketdays.com) for a list of all the vendors and products sold. Or just come stroll through the excitement from 7am to 4pm the first Saturday of the month. This is just a taste of the many treasures Wimberley has to offer.
A trip to Wimberley should include a visit to Jacob’s Well Natural Area for swimming in the natural pool and appreciating the beautiful artesian spring that forms the head waters of Cypress Creek. Water temperature is a constant 68 degrees year-round.
I’ve written previously about Emily Ann Theatre’s summer Shakespeare performances and their other amazing programs and productions. There’s also high-style shopping on
the quaint Wimberley Square, the beautiful swimming paradise of Blue Hole, and some really great restaurants and music venues overlooking cypress-lined streams. Make it a
point to get out to the community of Wimberley and see why even raging flood waters can’t compel folks to move away from this little pocket of Hill Country heaven.
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kidsActing camps are an Austin institution Since 1980, kidsActing has been Austin’s favorite place for kids 4-18 years old to sing, dance, act and express themselves on stage. Two full-scale professional productions are on the docket this summer for the kidsActing stage. For 3 weeks in June, performers 7 to 18 years old are invited to take a fantastical journey beyond the Wall in search of a magical fallen star in Stardust. In July, kids ages 8 to 18 will cut loose and kick off their Sunday shoes for 4 lively weeks as Footloose takes the stage! Campers will be guided by Professional Director and Choreographer, Courtney Jacobs, and Music Director, Tyler Mabry, to strengthen their vocal, dancing and acting skills, and have a blast with some of the most iconic music from the mid-1980s. Both full-scale productions are performed in their 160-seat venue at Center Stage Theatre at 2826 Real St, including professionally produced sets, costumes, lights, and live accompaniment. In addition to multi-week full-scale productions, kidsActing offers their award-winning one-week summer camps all summer long for children ages 5-16 in 16 locations in and around Austin. Kids will have a great time becoming characters, singing and dancing like a pro, sword fighting, and playing lots of hilarious and engaging
theatre games. Adventures in Acting camps offer acting and stage combat for the exploration of Pirates of Caribbean, Lightning Thief, Star Wars, and Wizardry - the latter being a new addition to kidsActing, where kids make wands, invent charms, and show off their newly acquired Quidditch skills in a spirited tournament, cheered on by their family and friends! If singing and dancing is more your cup of tea, themes for kidsActing’s Triple Threat musical camps for various age groups include Annie, Little Mermaid, Tangled, Lion King, Wizard of Oz, Legally Blonde and many more. Half-day Creative Kids camps are mini-Triple Threat camps for kids ages 4-8. Themes this year include Toy Story, Peter Pan and Frozen. kidsActing’s focus is also on empowerment: developing and supporting confidence, problem-solving, teamwork, and self-discipline, as well as other skills and traits that will serve students for a lifetime. kidsActing was founded by film and theatre actress Dede Clark, who discovered her real passion was working with and teaching children. Since then, she has produced and directed over 100 full-scale productions, receiving numerous nominations and awards for her work, including recognition from B. Iden Payne awards,
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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!
EPISCOPALIAN
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, 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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Study finds 80 percent of trash is recyclable or compostable AUSTIN – Results from a comprehensive study found that more than 80 percent of materials in the community’s trash could have been recycled or composted. The 2015 Community Diversion Study was initiated by the City Council as part of its vision for reaching Zero Waste in Austin. Austin Resource Recovery worked closely with a private firm to develop the study by broadly measuring recycling, composting and other diversion activities throughout the city. Data collection focused on Austin homes, businesses, apartments and commercial properties. “To ensure this Study was as comprehensive as possible, we looked at more than just recycling. City and contractor staff worked
diligently to measure the results of reduction, reuse, donation and other activities in our community that result in fewer materials being sent to landfills or incinerators,” said Aiden Cohen, Environmental Conservation Program Manager for Austin Resource Recovery. Overall, the study concluded that Austin’s community-wide diversion rate is about 42 percent. This Zero Waste initiative’s goal for 2015 is 50 percent diversion. More specifically, the study revealed that businesses and apartments generated more than 85 percent of the discards in our community. City-collected materials from single family homes are less than 15 percent of the total trash and recycling generated in Austin. Additionally, about 37 percent of
materials sent to area landfills could have been composted. “I’m extremely encouraged by the results of this study,” said Austin Resource Recovery Director Bob Gedert. “The report has provided us with valuable data that shows us how we are doing and where we need to improve as a community in order to reach Council’s vision of Zero Waste.” The results of the study, including the data and related calculations, are available online. Staff contends that the methodology used could be replicated in future years to measure progress towards Zero Waste goals. The study’s results serve as a starting point for potential policy and program recommendations to accelerate Zero Waste in our community.
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Supply and Market Operations for Austin Energy from 2010-2012. “Ms. Sargent brings a broad perspective that includes not only successful management of an electric utility as the General Manager and CEO, but also hands-on experience in all aspects of electric utility operations and management,” City Manager Ott said. “I am very pleased to bring Jackie back to Austin. She will be a great addition to my executive team.” Sargent has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a M.S. in TechContinued on next page
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Most City offices, facilities to close for Memorial Day, pools will open Continued from p. 3
cultural centers. The Elizabeth Ney Museum, O. Henry Museum, George Washington Carver Museum, Dougherty Arts Center, Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center will also be closed Memorial Day. Recycled Reads, Austin Public Library’s used bookstore, will be
open Saturday and Sunday, but will be closed Memorial Day. Additional closures include all Austin Public Libraries and the Austin History center, Watershed Protection, EMS administrative offices, and Austin Utility Walk-In Payment Centers. The Austin Animal Center will be open normal hours 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Trash, recycling and yard trimThe Zilker Botanical Garden and and graduation celebrations, so they mings collection for Austin Re- the Austin Nature and Science Cen- can get home safe. From leaving your source Recovery curbside customers ter will also be open during their car downtown to transportation options, there are several choices will remain on regular schedule. The normal business hours. Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center On Monday, May 30, many available. Remember, the best and (formerly the Household Hazardous downtown roads will be closed for most responsible thing you can do Waste Facility and the Resource Re- the Life Time Tri Cap Tex. To see to keep yourself and others safe is covery Center) will be open normal a complete list of closures for this to plan ahead before heading out. business hours. event and others visit austintexas. Visit austintexas.gov/gethomesafe to see a list of options. City of Austin aquatic facilities, golf gov/citystage. For questions about City services courses and tennis centers will be The City of Austin is encouraging and information call 3-1-1 or 512Hill Gazette Octoberto4-know October 23 open regularly scheduled hours on Oak Austinites and visitors how17, 2012... Memorial Day. View City pool hours they are going to get home before 974-2000, and download the Austin online at austintexas.gov/swimming they leave the house for a holiday 3-1-1 app to submit service requests.
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City of Austin news Continued from p. 20 Flight will take 48 World War II Veterans and their first Rosie the Riveter passenger to visit their memorials in Washington, DC. This is Austin Honor Flight No. 34 and the fourth this year. In partnership with the Texas Veterans Land Board, Honor Flight Austin named this flight in honor of the 41st President who was a WWII Navy Veteran. This is a unique Memorial Day weekend flight as Texas residents from across the state will
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Austin ISD Latino Academic Achievement Awards In a packed house at a May 19 awards ceremony, highlighted by Superintendent Paul Cruz serenading mothers, Austin ISD recognized 307 students, two community members and one organization for excellence at the 2016 Latino Academic Achievement Awards. “Today, we honor Latino students who are shining stars at AISD. Congratulations to each of you on the accomplishments you have made,” Superintendent Paul Cruz said. “Your achievements reflect your persistence, hard work and dedication — qualities that will serve you well in your future endeavors.” Of the 307 students recognized, 201 personally received congratulations from Dr. Cruz and AISD Board members. In addition, one organization and two individuals were recognized with community awards for supporting AISD students and families. A Community for Education received the Latino Excellence in Advocacy Award for providing outstanding support in advancing Latino academic achievement and promoting educational outcomes in AISD. ACE has partnered with AISD for th
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Aquifer District finalizes rule changes At the April 28th Board Meeting, the District Board of Directors took action to adopt proposed changes to the Rules and Bylaws. The rule making process was formally initiated in January 2016 as part of an ongoing effort to implement House Bill 3405, which annexed new area in Hays County, and to better equip the District to manage prospective large-scale Trinity Aquifer water projects. There was a 20-day public comment period to provide an opportunity for rule review and to submit comments or formal protests on the proposed rules. A public hearing was held on March 24th and the Board delayed action on adoption of the rules to consider the entire set of comments received from the public. The proposed rule changes were further modified to address the public comments submitted and to better clarify the process and intent of the rules. The recently adopted rule changes relate to: Management strategies that will protect existing wells and preserve the long-term availability of water
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