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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Artful Giving

The Wesley Gallery on Highway 12, is hosting a wonderful jewelry show this Saturday, December 8.  Lee Carrall, a renowned silver artist and Anne Dee Thierry, an artist from Bali will show and sell beautiful and unique designs for holiday giving.  The event takes place from 10 - 5.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Monday, December 3, 2012

Gift a Child With An Unforgettable Summer

It may be a little difficult to think about summer in the midst of the holidays, but we just received a newsletter from wonderful Sports Country Camp.  Sports Country has been enriching the lives of children for decades and we think a week of summer fun would be the perfect holiday gift for any boy or girl.  Sports is a small part of the Sports Country camp experience, children are taught values, sportsmanship and life skills.  Unforgettable!  SportsCountryCamp.com. 

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Christmas on Mercer Today!

Don't forget to stop by Christmas on Mercer.  You'll find holiday vendors, great food and even a classic car show.  The annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony takes place tonight at "the triangle" -- corner of Hwy 290 and RR 12.  This event is a wonderful kick-off to the holiday season.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Dripping Springs Farmer's Market Update

This Week’s Vendors & Products:
ABJ Farms:  Jay has many varieties of squash for your wonderful autumn recipes or décor.
All Kooped Up: Mobile chicken coops – check them out http://allkoopedup.com/ 
Big Drip Ice Cream: Holiday treats galore!
Brownson Rockin’ B Ranch: Grass fed and finished beef, goat, and rabbit . Offered at some of the hill country's finest restaurants www.rocking-b.com  Like them on Facebook for tips, recipes, and more! 
Drippin' Sauce: Flavorful, healthy sauce made with no high fructose corn syrup! It's "Tailgate Season", so we will have our samplers available...the ones that folks can take to tailgate parties whether at the stadium or on the patio.  www.drippinsauce.com
 Earthwise Herbals:  Offering: peppers, eggplant and chard. Possibly some basil, and a few dozen eggs.  Tara will also have tinctures, teas and aroma therapy spritzers.
 Fitzhugh Creek: Offering okra, eggplant, peppers, and farm fresh eggs.
 Lilypad Farm: Fresh farm raised tilapia and bibb lettuce and basil.  Check them out www.globalquaponics.com
 New World Bakery:.  Offering loaves, rolls, buns, muffins, pretzels, cookies and more. Check them out at http://www.thenewworldbakery.com/about.html
Old Factory Soap Company:  Handmade soap and natural perfumes. http://www.oldfactorysoap.com/
Onion Creek Farm: Marianne will be at the market with leeks, garlic, shallots, serrano peppers, green onions, and green garlic. 
Ottmers Farm –Kevin and Becky Ottmer will have tomatoes, squash, peppers, sunflower shoots, lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, tatsoi and free range non gmo eggs.
Sunrise Cafe : Pat Moreno will be serving up fresh Mexican favorites to eat on site or take home for dinner. How 'bout home-made pork & chicken tamales, grilled chicken tacos, tacos al pastor and Pat's famous salsas (available in 8 oz containers!) Freeze for another night this week, or eat right-away! Yummy! Pat takes advance and special orders, too!  Call 512-858-0426 to place your order.
The SproutWorks: Add sprouts to salads, sandwiches, soups, stews – or munch on a handful.  Flavor packed and full of so many nutrients!  www.thesproutworks.com
Texas Hill Country Olive Company:  Mmmmm – come out and sample this wonderful, local olive oil and vinegars. Victoria will be at the market each week!
Tomorrows Meals Todays:  A must have for cool fall nights.  Homemade meals made with all local ingredients.  Sample stews, chilis and soups.
Wright Longhorn Beef: Offering all lean cuts of Longhorn Beef. The Wrights drive 100 miles to serve the Dripping Springs Community!   Come out and meet them and learn more about longhorn beef. 

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Student Leadership Grants Available from DS Education Foundation

Student Leadership Grants Available from the Dripping Springs Education Foundation.  The education foundation has a long history of recognizing and fostering leadership development among our students.
Last year, they began a pilot program aimed at giving students the opportunity to lead their own service projects. The Foundation is expanding the program this year to include both Middle School and High School students in DSISD.  The grants provide funding to student-led initiatives which will serve the respective campuses or others in the community in a variety of ways. The goal is to empower students to realize their ideas and foster their leadership skills.  Any current DSISD High School or Middle School student may apply for a grant. The project must have a DSISD faculty member sponsor.
For more information please see the 2012-2013 Student Leadership Grant application page located here http://www.dseducationfoundation.org/grants/student-leadership-grants/applications   The deadline for submission is November 16.

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Perfect Food and Wine Pairings for PAWS

Tickets are now on sale for Barkanalia, a sumptuous evening of perfect food and wine pairings benefiting our own PAWS, a Central Texas no-kill animal shelter.  Barkanalia is named for Bacchanalia, a Greco-Roman festival named for Bacchus, the wine god.  For more information, contact pawsevents@gmail.com.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Fun with the Presbyterian Church

Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church welcomes the community to attend its Faith N’ Family Benefit.  Step out for an evening of great food by Creek Road Cafe, warm fellowship and fabulous musical entertainment by Dripping’s own Kyle Family on Thursday November 1, 2012.  It all takes place starting at 6pm at the scenic Camp Lucy in Dripping Springs just off Creek Road.  Come out and enjoy a silent auction, great food and music, all benefitting the children of the Dripping Springs Presbyterian Academy.  Tickets are $25.00 each, pre-sale only October 7, 2012 through October 23, 2012.  Tickets may be purchased at the Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church office.  The church is located at 100 S. Canyonwood Dr., Dripping Springs, TX 78620.  Tickets may also be purchased by phone at 512-858-1788 as well as online by visiting the Church’s website at http://www.dspres.org/ 
This sounds like a great evening of entertainment for $25!

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Ag Boosters Monthly Meetings


Do you have a love of agriculture or helping our area youth?  Please join the Dripping Springs Ag Boosters for their annual meetings on the first Monday of each month at 7:00.  The group meets in the Ag/4-H Building located behind DS Middle School.  The Ag Boosters benefit local FFA and 4-H students.  Visit www.dsagboosters.org for more information. 

Friday, September 28, 2012

Jim Halfpenny Entertains Run by the Creek

Jim Halfpenny will once again be sharing his musical talent to benefit the Dripping Springs area.  Join Jim, starting at 8:00 a.m., at Roger Hanks Park this Sunday.  This year's Run by the Creek benefits the DSISD Education Foundation.  Let's get up early this Sunday, September 30, to support the runners and Jim!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Great music and great beer come together for a great cause at 7pm on Thursday, October 4, as singer-songwriter Sarah Pierce performs at Pints for PAWS, a benefit for PAWS Shelter and Humane Society at The Barber Shop brewpub in Dripping Springs. Pierce, a critically acclaimed indie-label artist who also enjoys mainstream success thanks to her recent hit "Butterfly Tattoo," which soared to #5 on the country chart, is a longtime animal advocate. The evening will also feature a specially brewed cask by Barber Shop brewmeister John McIntosh, tapped at the event; a book signing by Cathy Rosenthal author of “The Lucky Tale of Two Dogs;” door prizes, food and more. The Barber Shop is located at 207 Mercer in historic downtown Dripping Springs, Texas. For the latest event updates, visit www.pawsshelter.org/pints-for-paws.




Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Fall Gourd Art at Wesley Gallery

The fall weather is cooling down a bit, but the Hill Country fun is heating up!  Visit Wesley Gallery this Saturday, Sept. 15 to see how naturally grown gourds can be transformed into unique and beautiful works of art.  A variety of styles will be represented including western, fantasy, mixed media and contemporary.  The show takes place from 10 - 5 at 27008 Ranch Road 12.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Dripping With Taste

Hill Country foodies are gathering on Saturday for the much-anticipated, annual Dripping With Taste event.  Guests will enjoy upscale specialty foods, sips from local wineries and breweries, live music and more.  The Texas Hill Country Olive Company is hosting the delicious day from 1 - 7.  Tickets are on sale through Friday, Sept. 7 at www.DrippingWithTaste.com.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Friday, August 31, 2012

Free Music Series at Hill Country Galleria

The Hill Country Galleria kicks off its Saturday Night Concert Series tomorrow with Aaron Navarro.  The tunes are free and can be enjoyed from 7 - 9 each weekend through October.  Dripping Springs' own non-profit radio station, KDRP is sponsoring the concerts.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Monday, August 27, 2012

Hays County History Presented Tonight

Dripping Springs residents Travis Garnett and Bradley Davis are among the World War II veterans featured in the documentary film “Hays County in World War II," which is presented by the Hays County Historical Commission (HCHC).  The film is based on recorded interviews with Hays County veterans who served in the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines during World War II. Their reminiscences about leaving the rural life of central Texas to travel thousands of miles to Europe and the South Pacific are mixed with original period photos and documentary footage of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the battle of Iwo Jima, the landing at Normandy, and much more.  Also included in the film is the story of the San Marcos Army Air Base that brought more than 10,000 servicemen to our county to learn navigation in the central Texas skies.  7:30pm Monday, August 27, at the office of Precinct 4 Commissioner Ray Whisenant, 195 Roger Hanks Parkway (just south of Hwy 290 about 1.5 miles west of RR12).

Thursday, August 23, 2012

School Bells

DrippingSpringsLife.com sends a huge shout out to our wonderful DSISD teachers and staff members as they start a new year.  We have the best schools in the country!  Traffic in Dripping Springs will be a little heavy next week as parents and students gear up on a new schedule.  Let's all show off our DS friendliness on the roads and in the parking lots.  Have a great year!

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Generous Art

Core Health Care is partnering with the Generous Art Artists for a wonderful evening at Camp Lucy.  Guests will enjoy food and drink while veiwing art from the Generous Art group.  Generous Art Artists donate a portion of their proceeds of each sale and Core Health Care will benefit from all sales at the event.  The party takes place Thursday, August 16 from 6 - 9.  Camp Lucy is located at 3509 Creek Road in Dripping Springs.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Walk and Wine

Grab some friends and head to Bee Cave for the Hill Country Galleria Wine Walk.  This fun event starts at Twin Liquors where you pick up your map to see which shops will have sips, sales and other goodies.  The party takes place from 5 - 9 this evening.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Enjoy shopping and wine at the Hill Country Galleria's Wine Walk, the 2nd Thursday of every month from 5-9pm. This is a unique wine and social gathering experience. Get to know the eclectic mix of businesses in the Galleria while discovering great wines from all over the world.  Start at Twin Liquors to pick up a map to guide you on the Wine Walk. Keep your map with you as your ticket for each wine walk stop. Hill Country Galleria Shopping Bags filled with exclusive offers will also be available to Wine Walk participants.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Onion Creek Farms reminded us the the Dripping Springs Farmers' Market is today at the corner of RR 12 and Hwy 290.  Come on out for vine-ripe tomatoes!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Has everyone noticed the beautiful Century Plants blooming in front of Railroad Barbeque?  They are really spectacular!  Happy Summer to all of you from DrippingSpringsLife.com

Monday, June 4, 2012

Documentary Features Dripping Springs WW II Vets

The Hays County Historical Commission will show its latest documentary, Hays County in World War II, Wednesday, June 6 at the Army Airfield Hangar located within the San Marcos Airport.  The film features Dripping Springs residents Travis Garnett and Bradley Davis.  View the film at 7:00 p.m.  and see the historic planes on display at the hangar.  Admission is free.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

For DS Grads

For last-minute graduation gifts, don't forget our friends at the John Christian Company and Carved Creations.  Both sites offer personalized jewelry in every style and price range.  Send that Aggie off to College Station with a reminder of home!  John-Christian.com and CcForLife.com for more.  Please visit DrippingSpringsLife.com for more creative ways to live local.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

DrippingSpringsLife.com wishes to thank all of our local veterans and current military service men and women and their families.  We honor you this Memorial Day weekend.  Thank you for preserving America's freedom.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Excellence in Education

The Dripping Springs High School list of “Top 10” students by academic rank for the Class of 2012, including the valedictorian and salutatorian, has been announced by Principal Kim Cousins.
The top-ranked senior and valedictorian for the Class of 2012 is Mary Godwin and the salutatorian is Allison Kovar. Other students ranked among the top 10 are (in order): Elisabeth Artz, Willow Howard, Elizabeth Spears, Caitlin Bonner, Amanda Oliphant, Gabrielle Hurley, Nicole Rice and Kevin Addamo. Godwin and Addamo also were National Merit finalists.  The top ten students achieved a grade point average of 103.9 or higher.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Let's get out and support our local volunteer firefighters!  The Seventh Annual Driftwood Volunteer Firefighters Feast is Sunday, May 20th from 12pm to 4pm at the Salt Lick Pavilion.  18300 FM 1826, Driftwood, Tx, 78619 https://www.facebook.com/events/333292870063231/
DS Farmers Market is today from 3 - 6 at the triangle.  Lazy 8 Ranch will be bringing in tomatoes, Sam's will be selling peaches and the market has added a new grower from Stonewall.  Wonderful Onion Creek Farm will be offering an array of lovely certified organic products.  Don't forget your bags and baskets!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Happy Mothers' Day to all of our wonderful Dripping Springs mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers and caregivers!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Former DSHS graduate and mascot, Grace Elliott, will now "grace" Texas State's Bobcat Stadium as Boko, the school's mascot.  She served as "Stripes" here in Dripping Springs for four years.  Go Grace!

Saturday, May 5, 2012

DrippingSpringsLife.com gives a big shout out to all of the wonderful DS area residents participating in Relay for Life tonight. You're the best -- every step honors cancer victims and survivors. For more about our local goodness, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Fiber Art Show At Wesley Gallery

The Wesley Gallery is hosting its 5th Annual Fiber Art Show and Sale until April 21.  The gallery will be showing original fiber art including sewing, knitting, papermaking, felting, quilting, sculpture and embroidery.  Several fiber artists will be on hand to provide demonstrations throughout the week.  Wesley Gallery is located on Ranch Road 12 in Dripping Springs.  Visit DrippingSpringsLife.com for more great information about life in the Hill Country.

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Dripping Springs Farmers' Market Today!

The Dripping Springs Farmers' Market takes place this afternoon!  Onion Creek Farm will have the following organic produce: POTATOES!!! - Red Thumb Fingerlings are back (after a total loss last year); Asparagus; Spinach; Radishes - French Breakfast, Cherry Belle, Purple; 
Green Onions; Leeks; Fresh Bulb Shallots; Fresh Bulb Garlic - mature bulbs, just pulled so juicy & succulent; Lamb's Quarters; Dill; Rosemary; Okra Seed Packets - farm grown heirloom okra seed; And, a few dozen fresh eggs. BRING SHOPPING BAGS AND BASKETS!  Dripping Springs Life will attend to find out what Lamb's Quarters are!  3 - 6 today, April 12, at the Triangle.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Visit Tuscany in the Hill Country and Help the Burke

Damian Mandola and his crew are holding their annual "An Evening in Tuscany" to benefit our wonderful Burke Center.  Please head out to Trattoria Lisina in Driftwood May 7 at 6:30 for a delicious meal and silent and live auctions.  Your support will impact the lives of children in crisis.  Space is limited, so if you are interested, please call Kathy at 512.858.4258 for reservations.  Please visit www.DrippingSpringsLife.com for more Hill Country news.

 

 

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Photographers of Dripping Springs Event

The Photographers of Dripping Springs will be hosting an afternoon event at the Texas Hill Country Olive Oil Company on April 29.  Guests will enjoy hors d' oevres, oil and vinegar samples and a lovely photographic display.  Wine will be available for purchase.  The reception takes place from 4 - 7 at 2530 W. Fitzhugh.

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Jim Halfpenny Rocks the Blue Hole

Spend a wonderful Good Friday with Jim Halfpenny at Blue Hole Regional Park in Wimberley.  Jim will kick off the season's Concerts in the Park from 6 - 8.  Visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Thursday, March 29, 2012

More Good Times at the Good Night

I guess some habits are forming -- we tried the Good Night Diner for dinner the other night and loved it, so we tried it for brunch last Sunday.  It was truly wonderful -- hand-cured bacon, all homemade breads and pastries and a great selection of entrees.  Some gourmands at our table thought that the eggs benedict were the best they had ever had.  Enjoy!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Friday, March 16, 2012

Pound House Gala: An Elegant Night in Old Texas

Make reservations online now for this year’s Heritage Gala.   “An Elegant Evening in Old Texas” will be held Saturday, April 14, 6 to 10 p.m., under a sparkling tent on the grounds of the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead.

The evening opens with a happy hour and continues with a sit down dinner featuring specialties of premier area chefs.  Silent and Live Auctions will offer intriguing items including vacation accommodations, artisan and art work, catered dinners, a boy’s camping trip to Yellowstone and many more.   Live music and dancing  will round out the evening.

All proceeds benefit the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead museum.  Reservations at $75 per person can be made at the drpoundhistoricalfarmstead.com web site or by calling Jennifer Benesh, president, at 512 894-3898.

Thursday, March 15, 2012

SXSW Dripping Springs Style

A ton of folks turned out to hear The Encounter Project at the Nut Sunday night.  They were great, lead vocalist Jacob Wade, is a DSHS graduate and a Hays County fireman.  Solaro Estates Winery is hosting a SXSW music series -- DS fave Jim Halfpenny is playing on Sunday from 2 - 4.  Don't miss Jim in this beautiful setting!  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Good Times at the Good Night Diner

We tried the new Goodnight Diner (formerly on Mercer Street) in Wimberley last night.  Everything was delish -- we sampled  roasted chicken, pierogi and of course chicken and waffles!  The place is charming and in nice weather, diners can enjoy lush outdoor seating.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Friday, March 9, 2012

DS Mini Golf on Groupon

Groupon, the cool daily coupon deal company, is featuring a coupon for Magic Greens today.  Magic Greens is Dripping Springs' quaint mini golf course located on RR 12.  Log on to Groupon.com for more info and to sign up for daily deals.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Sculpture Challenge This Weekend

Sculpture Challenge takes place this Saturday, March 3rd in Dripping Springs. The art show is a wonderful event held on the grounds of Carved Stone in Dripping Springs. You will have the opportunity to meet the artists and learn how they create their sculptures. Guests will enjoy good food, samples of Dripping Springs Vodka and the soulful music of Jim Halfpenny.  The event benefits Paws, and it truly is one of the most unique happenings in Dripping Springs. Phil & Michele Hoggatt at Carved Stone throw a great party. For directions & details go to www.sculpturechallenge.com   

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Around Dripping Springs Schedules 2nd Printing

Author and journalist Linda Freeman's wonderful book on the history of Dripping Springs, Around Dripping Springs, has sold out and is going into a 2nd printing.  Congratulations, Linda!  If you've read the book, please visit Amazon.com to write a review.  All proceeds from the book are generously donated to local charities.  DrippingSpringsLife.com

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Founders Day T-Shirt Contest!

To mark the 25th anniversary of Dripping Springs’ favorite community event --Founders' Day -- organizers have announced a t-shirt contest that invites Dripping Springs residents under the age of 18 to create a special design commemorating the 25th anniversary celebration.  The contest begins today, with submissions accepted through March 23.  Submit your original design along with your name, age, phone number, and physical address to gfaught@cityofdrippingsprings.com to win!   DrippingSpringsLife.com


Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Wild Game Dinner this Saturday!


Get your tickets today for 22nd Annual Dripping Springs Wild Game Dinner, slated for Saturday, February 18, 2012, at 6 p.m. at the Dripping Springs High School Cafeteria.  Advance tickets are $20 per adult and $5 for child under 13.  Tickets can be purchased online at dswildgamedinner.com
.   The Wild Game Dinner, hosted by the Methodist Men's association, benefits many area charities each year. 

Friday, February 10, 2012

An Evening of Beautiful Music with the Austin Symphonic Band

Saturday, February 25th at 7:30 pm, the Austin Symphonic Band will join forces with members of the Dripping Springs High School Wind Ensemble brass and woodwind sections, for an evening of spectacular music.  This is a fun, family-oriented event and proceeds will benefit band students in DSISD middle and high schools.   DrippingSpringsLife.com

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Congrats to Two DSHS Athletes as They Commit to Colleges

Congrats to two Dripping Springs High School athletes as college commitments are announced.  Cross country runner Dylan Johnson committed to Western State College of Colorado (Gunnison, Colo.) and soccer player Elliott Gray is headed to Howard Payne University (Brownwood).   For more info about the wonderful town of Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Monday, February 6, 2012

New Articles on DrippingSpringsLife.com

Be sure to check out the latest articles on DrippingSpringsLife.com, the premiere lifestyle online magazine of the Texas Hill Country.  You'll find the latest info on early spring gardening, the DSISD Education Foundation and mo

Sunday, February 5, 2012

Around Dripping Springs to Launch in March

Author and journalist Linda Freeman will be launching Around Dripping Springs, a world-class news site providing coverage on Dripping Springs area sports, politics, lifestyle and more, in late March.  For now, you may find local, credible, current news & information specifically about the Dripping Springs area online:  Facebook: Around Dripping Springs; Websitewww.arounddrippingsprings.com;
Bloghttp://arounddrippingsprings.tumblr.com/; Twitter: @AroundDS.

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Alamo Drafthouse on Slaughter Hiring

Who doesn't love the Alamo Drafthouse?  A brand new Drafthouse is opening on Slaughter and they're hiring.  We love the way the Alamo folks make the experience of watching a movie a special occasion.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Carved Creations Launches Cultures Collection

Our friends at Carved Creations have launched a beautiful new line -- the Cultures Collection.  The collection features beautiful, inspiring jewelry and each piece has deep meaning to the CC designers.  Any item would thrill a special Valentine!  Visit http://www.ccforlife.com/.

Monday, January 30, 2012

Congrats to the Cast of Gypsy!

Congratulations to all of the talented Dripping Springs High School students participating in Gypsy this weekend.  The show was great!  The play even featured a few up-and-coming DS Middle School actors -- you go, Rob Thomas!  For more information about cool happenings in Dripping Springs, Texas, please visit http://www.drippingspringslife.com/.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Dripping With History

Linda Freeman entertained the Dripping Springs Women's Club last week with anecdotes from her wonderful book about the history of Dripping Springs.  Around Dripping Springs may be purchased at Print Plus and Rolling in Thyme and Dough here in town -- it's also available on Amazon.com.  For more information about the Dripping Springs Women's Club, please visit DSWomensClub.com.