Inaugural Tutus and Tennies 5K
Come out to support Dance Unlimited in the first ever Tutus and Tennies 5K. The race is a way to promote health and wellness in the Hays community, as well as facilitate a fundraising opportunity for Dance Unlimited Company dancers. Takes place beginning at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 31. Search for the event on Facebook for more information.
Saturday Farmer’s Markets
Stop by the San Marcos square on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for fresh food, live music and locally-made products.
Kyle Garden Club
The Kyle Garden Club will meet on Friday, February 6, 2015, 1:30 pm at The Historic Kyle City Hall. The program is on Unusual Pots, Vertical Spaces, and Shade Design. The public is welcome.
Eddie Durham Celebration and Hill Country Jazz Festival
The 2015 Eddie Durham Celebration will be held on Friday, Feb. 6, in the Performing Arts Center Recital Hall at Texas State University. The celebration will feature a lecture by NEA Jazz Master Doug Morgenstern on Durham’s pioneering contributions to jazz and a performance with an all-star big band. The following day the Hill Country Jazz Festival kicks off featuring jazz saxophone legend Ralph Bowen. Bowen will give a clinic at 5 p.m. and perform immediately afterward with the Texas State University Jazz Ensemble.
Heart for the Schroers Family
On Jan. 3 the Schoers’ home was struck by lightning in the middle of the night and burned down. The family has had to relocate and will be displaced for months on end while the home is rebuilt. This painting class, Heart for the Schroers family, will help support them as they rebuild their lives. Takes place at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Creative Escape, FM 967 Suite A-107 in Buda. Sign up online at http://www.creative-escape.net/#!schroer.
Knights of Columbus Vegas Night
An evening filled with casino games, prizes and fun awaits. Whether you’ve never played before and would like to learn, have played a lot, or just like to watch the excitement at the tables, this is the event for you. At Vegas Knight, adults “pretend” they’re gambling big, but are actually just contributing to a Knights of Columbus fund raiser. Play black jack, craps, roulette, and a variety of other games. Appetizers, food and soft drinks provided with admission, as well as $5,000 in poker chips to start the night. Additional poker chips can be purchased. Admission also includes one reverse raffle number (of 200) for a chance to win $500. This event is designated B.Y.O.B. Please be reasonable and responsible in any amounts brought to the event. NOTE: Attendees must be 18. Takes place from 7-11 p.m. Feb. 7 at St. Anthony’s Parish hall in Kyle. Visit http://kylekc.com/?page_id=187 for additional information.
Free kids’ workshop
Come learn how to build a heart box in time for Valentine's Day at a free hands-on Home Depot workshop designed for children ages 5 - 12. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin. Kids Workshop activities are scheduled on a first come/first served basis. Please do not arrive before 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7. Advance registration required.
