Hill Country Writing Symposium
From March 16-18, meet at the Wimberley Village Library for insight into writing for fiction, nonfiction and poetry as well as sessions on publishing at this new public event. The seminar is presented by the Texas Authors Institute of History, a one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to Texas Authors. See Writing.TexasAuthors.Institute for a list of sessions and schedule.
Texas Night Sky Festival
Celebrate the Hill Country’s night skies at this annual festival March 18 at Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Attendees will join in fun citizen science activities, learn from engaging speakers and exhibits, see examples of good lighting for their home or business and explore the stars and the world around us. See www.texasnightskyfestival.org for more.
Women’s Club meeting
The Dripping Springs Women’s Club hosts its monthly meeting Wednesday, March 22 at the Terrace Club at 11:30 am. This month features the club’s annual Style Show when nine area clothing stores present their fashions. Reservations are necessary: [email protected].
Wimberley Wine Walk
Come out for the Wimberley Wine Walk on Thursday, March 30 from 5-8 p.m. Stroll the streets of downtown Wimberley and sample wines from up to 20 different wineries, and purchase bottles of your favorites. Ticket includes wineglass, a bag of goodies and a map of the locations serving wine and/or food. Registration will be open until March 23. This event happens rain or shine. See wimberleywinewalk.com for more information.
Tax assistance services
Free assistance with income tax preparation is available through the AARP Tax-Aide program at the Dripping Springs Independent School District Administration building and the Wimberley Village Library. In Dripping Springs, volunteers are available on Tuesdays through April 18 except during spring break from 2-7 p.m To make an appointment, leave a message at (512) 858-0954. In Wimberley, volunteers will be available by appointment by calling (512) 590-0893 through April 12. For more info, call (512) 858-0954.
Replanting Wimberley
On Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., join Retreet, a nonprofit organization the focuses on replanting trees after disasters, to help rebuild the shores of the Blanco River. Volunteers are needed. Register as a Planting Day participant at www.wimberley2.eventbrite.com. For more info, email [email protected].
