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Western Wonderland Nov 27- Jan 5 Now in its 2nd wonderful year, visitors will have fun joining events and activities, strolling the Trail of Lights and so much more. At the heart of Western Wonderland is the giant ice-skating rink. Visitors will glide and twirl under the twinkling lights on the largest outdoor ice-skating rink in Central Texas. Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 1042 Event Center Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn Nov. 30 - Dec. 6 EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens’ Trail of Lights is open from Nov. 30 to Dec.
26. The trail is open rain or shine. Most nights feature live entertainment on the stage next to our yule log where guests can enjoy complimentary marshmallows and hot chocolate. Santa Claus flies in most nights from the North Pole and will be in his house to greet everyone! There will also be several special event nights throughout the run of the trail.
Walking trail only on Dec. 24 and 25. • 1101 FM 2325 • Wimberley, Texas 78676 • emilyann.org/trailoflights
Santa at Garbos Dec. 20 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Santa has set sail and is heading to Garbo’s at the Dripping Springs location on Friday, Dec. 20. Santa will be ready for photos with your little elves, a holly jolly cookie decorating class for the kids. In addition to Santa’s visit, Garbo’s is offering a variety of tasteful holiday cocktails and dishes, including the Deep Eddy Cranberry Cosmo and Winter Sangria, Brown Butter Walnut Pie, Lobster Pot Pie, Garbo’s Signature Caviar, Fresh Maine Lobster, your own Shuck It Yourself Kit, and a variety of Garbo’s merch. 136 Drifting Wind Run Suite 101 • Dripping Springs, TX 78620 • garboslobsteratx.com
Pound House Farmstead Open Hours Dec. 23 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The historic farmstead offers tours on Mondays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Groups larger than 10, please call ahead. Suggested donation of $5 per person • 419-B Founders Park Rd • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
• phfmuseum.org
A Court of Thorns and Roses Paint Night Dec. 21 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join The Art Garage with a themed pottery paint night.
Enjoy a compliminetary drink while you create your master piece. Pottery may include: cauldrons, star lanterns, book boxes & vases, rose dishes, and soup bowls. Potter is not included in the ticket price but is discounted at the event.
11190 Circle Drive, Suite 2024
• Austin, TX 78736 • theartgarageaustin.com
Free Dance Lessons at Mercer Dancehall Dec. 27 • 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Mercer Street Dancehall will host free dance lessons.
Doors open to the hall at 5 p.m. Dance lessons run from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 23490 RR12 • Driftwood, TX 78619
• mercerdancehall.com
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND EDUCATION City of Dripping Springs Public Meetings The City of Dripping Springs welcomes residents and others doing business with the city to attend any of the public meetings below. Streaming options and meeting packets at: cityofdrippingsprings.com.
Meetings are held at City Hall Council Chambers • 511 Mercer St. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620.
Dec. 19 • 10 a.m.
Farmers Market Committee Meeting
Dec. 19 • 12 p.m.
Emergency Management Commission meeting
Dec. 19 • 4 p.m.
Utility Commission Meeting
Hays County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting January 7• 9 a.m.
This is a regular meeting of the Hays County Commissioners Court, the governing body of the county. This group of elected officials and staff oversees the functions and budget for all county-related business. Hays County Historic Courthouse • 111 E. San Antonio St. • San Marcos, Texas.
Streaming option available at hayscountytx.com
DRIPPING SPRINGS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Dripping Springs Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting January 21 • 6 p.m.
Live meeting of the DSISD Board of Trustees which sets policy, agenda and strategic planning for the Dripping Springs school district.
Agendas and live streaming option available at dsisdtx.us.
Live meeting at the Center for Learning & Leadership • 300 Sportsplex Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620.
