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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 Tween Scene on Ice Dec. 26 • 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
DSRP is a safe place where Tweens get to be Tweens!
Meet your friends at Ranch Park this spring break for an evening of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their roller blades or roller skates for some roller rink style fun.
Families are welcome! Children ages 9-14 can attend without an adult. Concessions will be available for purchase. Register online at drippingspringsranchpark. com/tween-scene. Tickets are $10 online at $13 at the door. Only a limited number of tickets are available. Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 1042 Event Center Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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
Cozy Gals Paint Night December 27• 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join the Art Garage for a cozy winter evening of pottery painting with friends. Pottery choices will include a variety of different coffee mugs and tea cups, perfect for the cold weather. Pottery is not included in ticket price, but featured pottery will be discounted at the event. Complimentary drink with ticket purchase!
Space is limited, must buy tickets to attend. Please arrive by 6 p.m. to have plenty of time to paint. More information at theartgarageaustin.com. 11190 Circle Drive, Suite 202-4 • Austin, TX 78736
Pound House Farmstead Open Hours Dec. 30 • 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
New Year’s Circus Party Hamilton Pool Vineyards is hosting a New Year’s Circus Party. Join them for New Years Eve party like no other. Circus performers, jazz music, DJs, disco ball drop, photo booth, wine canapes and more. The Party runs from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets available at hamiltonpoolvineyards.com.
25711 Hamilton Pool Vineyards • Dripping Springs, TX 78663
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.
City of Dripping Springs offices are closed through December 25 as well as December 31. The next city council meeting is scheduled for January 7.
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.
