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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Congratulations to KASE 101 and 98.1 KVET!

Austin radio stations KASE 101 and 98.1 KVET have been nominated for Station of the Year by the prestigious Country Music Association.  Many great people who work at these stations live in Dripping Springs and the Texas Hill Country.  A big shout out to our neighbors for this great honor!  For more information about the great people and places in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Geoffrey Jackson Rocks the Showband of the Southwest!

Recent Dripping Springs High School graduate and Eagle Scout, Geoffrey Jackson, has been chosen for the Showband of the Southwest -- the Texas Longhorn Band.  Geoffrey and his baritone will make us proud out on that big field this fall!  Hook 'em!  For more information about exciting happenings in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Driving down 290

We saw Liz Smith driving down 290 today in her adorable sky-blue VW bus.  Don't forget to book your wine tour through the Hill Country with Liz and Vintage Tours of Texas.  Liz knows all of the great wineries and the bus is fully loaded!  VintageToursofTexas.com  For more information about the unique individuals and businesses in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Friday, August 20, 2010

Deniece Bonner Features Dicro Glass Jewelry

Talented Hill Country artist and designer, Deniece Bonner, is showing her newly-created Dicro glass jewelry on Friday, August 27.  Dicro glass has been around since the 4th century A. D. and is known for its beautiful lustre.  For more information, please call Deniece at 512-217-2057.  For more information about the talented and creative people living in and around Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Historic Homestead B & B

Lifelong Dripping Springs residents, Charlie and Sherry Haydon, have opened a wonderful bed and breakfast at the historic Marshall-Chapman House on Mercer Street.  The darling home makes a fabulous getaway for a family.  A smaller, but beautifully restored log cabin on the property is also available for booking.  Don't miss seeing charming Homestead B & B.  The Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting is Thursday, August 19 at 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Charming Office Space Available on Historic Mercer Street

A charming office suite is currently available for rent in the heart of Dripping Springs at One Mercer Place.  For more information about this wonderful property, please call 512-554-8476.  For more information about all things wonderful in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Miranda Darr's Fall Fashion Trunk Show in Austin

Miranda Darr, the fun and stylish wardrobe consultant who entertained and informed the Dripping Springs Womens' Club last spring, is showing the Worth and W fall fashion collections in Austin this week. To make an appointment, please visit www.WardrobeMD.com. For more information about interesting people and activities in and around Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit www.DrippingSpringsLife.com.

Friday, August 13, 2010

Beat the Heat at Founders Memorial Park Pool

Summer is definitely heating up!  Beat the heat at Founders Memorial Park Pool.  Enjoy the pool during new extended hours:  Tuesday - Saturday noon to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 8:00 p.m.  Children under 12 must be accompanied and supervised by someone at least 18 years of age.  Season swim passes are available.  For more information about the great people and places in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Rally for the Burke Center for Youth

Get ready to roll!  This weekend is the Burke Rally.  The rally is a family-oriented motorcycle and car rally with 100% of the procedes benefitting the wonderful Burke Center for Youth.  The fun kicks off Friday night with a concert at Nutty Brown and then the rally and more music and festivities take place on Saturday at Camp Ben McCullough.  Please visit http://www.burkerally.com/ for more information.  For more information about cool happenings in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

School Bells Will Be Ringing Soon

School starts in the Dripping Springs Independent School District on Monday, August 23.  We thought you might enjoy some statistics on our fabulous school district as summer comes to an end.   The DSISD has over 4,000 kids enrolled in grades K - 12.  All of our schools are rated exemplary or recognized in the state ratings system (the top 2 categories).  The percentage of kids attending school every day is 96% and the number of students taking the SAT is 95%.  These numbers reflect the incredible dedication of our DSISD teachers, staff and administrators.  They are the best and our students are tops.  For more information about the wonderful community of Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Monday, August 2, 2010

Jim Halfpenny's New CD Hits Stores Friday, July 30

Jim Halfpenny's new and much anticipated CD hit the stores and the internet on Friday.  Jim has already received great reviews from the press and some awesome radio air time.  To purchase the CD and to see the band's early fall performance schedule, please visit http://www.jimhalfpennyband.com/.  We are fortunate to have so many talented artists living and working in Dripping Springs.  For more information about happenings in the Dripping Springs, Texas area, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.