Future Fest provides out-of-this-world departure from traditional Halloween
The Marbridge Community will celebrate Halloween in a new and different way on Tuesday, October 29, 2013, by hosting Future Fest, a celebration of future momentum for the 60-year-old organization. The event runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Villa at Marbridge, located at 2504 Bliss Spillar Road in the Manchaca community. The event features games, music, dance, costumes and more and is open to adults with special needs and their families from the community.
“We have devoted part of this year to celebrating the memories of the past 60 years of our history and to inviting people to come visit and experience the fulfilling life we offer to adults with intellectual disabilities,” said James Stacey, president.
Left to right are Theresa Nutt, Marbridge Villa activities coordinator; resident Alyssa Garcia, student intern Abby Traxler; and resident Richie Bouldin. (Photo courtesy of Marbridge Community)
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With Future Fest, the emphasis turns from honoring the past to building momentum for the future.
“People who have lived in the Austin area for many years may still think of Marbridge as a Garden Center, which we operated for more than 30 years, and many are likely unaware of our true mission. With a 60-year history behind us, we now look forward to a planned campus revitalization effort that includes the addition of new facilities to better serve adults with special needs.”
For more information on Future Fest, call 512-282-1144, or visit www.marbridge.org. You may also learn more about Marbridge on Facebook.
CROP Hunger Walk in Buda
Step out with the fourth annual CROP Hunger Walk. CROP - Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty – will send teams of walkers through the Whispering Hollow neighborhood to raise awareness and financial support to end hunger around the world and in Hays County. A percentage of all proceeds will benefit the Hays County Food Bank. CROP Walks happen all over the world with support from local churches, businesses, civic organizations and schools. Contact Lori Ruge-Jones at (512) 295-9996 or send an email to [email protected]. The Buda CROP Walk takes place from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 27.
Turkey Day sides get healthy makeover
Lighten up those Thanksgiving side dishes with a makeover from the Dietary and Nutrition Team at Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC). The team will present its latest free healthy cooking demonstration from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 30 in the CTMC Community Classroom.
RSVP by calling the CTMC Institute for Healthy Living at (512) 753-3818. For more information about other programs for personal wellness and weight management, visit www.ctmc.org.
Open casting call in Wimberley
Non-speaking extras are needed for an open casting call for a TV pilot show called Deliverance Creek being shot in Wimberley. No experience necessary but producers are looking for natural looking people. Bring your family and friends between 1 and 6 p.m. Oct. 27 to the Wimberley Community Center’s Blanco Room. Everyone may show up at casting call or you can sign up at www.mycastingfile.com.
Soil Testing Campaign
The Caldwell and Hays County Offices of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are offering a soil and forage testing campaign for agricultural producers. Download the special forms that must be used for this campaign from the Hays County Agriculture blog at http://haysagriculture.blogspot.com. The program will run from Oct. 14 – Nov. 15. Contact the Hays County Office of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service at (512) 393-2120 for more information.
