TO DO LIST
January & February events
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BUCK’S BACKYARD 1750 FM 1626, Buda 512-312-9456 www.bucksbackyard.com JANUARY 19 The Rowdies 21 Jukebox Preachers feat. Art Tigerina CHEATHAMST. WAREHOUSE 119 Cheatham St., San Marcos 512-353-3777 www.cheathamstreet.com JANUARY
Runners can participate in the San Marcos Half Marathon, 10K or 5K at the Tanger Outlets. Formerly known as the Moe’s Better Half Marathon, this is the second race in the Texas Hill Country Series by Scallywompus. 7:30 a.m. (half marathon), 8:15 a.m. (10K), 8:35 a.m. (5K). $40-$95 (through Jan. 22), $45-$100 (Jan. 22-Feb. 5), $50-$105 (race day). Tanger Outlets, 4015 N. I-35, San Marcos. www.scallywompus.com/san-marcos- half-marathon
22 ATTENDAN ANNIVERSARY GALA The Lyndon Baines Johnson Museum will host its 15th anniversary gala celebration and silent auction to raise funds to renovate the museum’s auditorium. The event will also feature dinner and guest speaker W.F. Strong, Texas historic and culture commentator for Texas Standard Radio Network on NPR. 6:30 p.m. $75. Holiday Inn Event Center, 105 Bintu Drive, San Marcos. 512-353-3300. www.lbjmuseum.com 29 TRAVEL IN TIME FOR AMURDERMYSTERY The Kyle Chamber of Commerce will host its 20th anniversary gala, “Death of a Gangster,” a 1920s-1940s-themed murder mystery event. The gala will feature performances by The Murder Mystery Co., a professional acting troupe, throughout the evening with skits and evidence to solve a crime. There will also be a silent auction with varying items such as wine, gift baskets, vacations and more. 5 p.m. (VIP cocktail hour), 6 p.m. (doors open). $125. Texas Old Town, 2210 S. Old Stagecoach Road, Kyle. 512-268-4220. www.kylechamber.org FEBRUARY 04 PARTICIPATE INA DIALOGUE FOR PEACE The city of Kyle will host another event in its Dialogues for Peace and Progress series called “Celebrating Black History Month.” Council Member Dex Ellison will moderate the panel of individuals who will have discussions to raise awareness and facilitate change in the city. 7 p.m. Free. Kyle City Hall, 100 W. Center St., Kyle. 512-262-1010. www.cityo yle.com/ dialogue 08 THROUGH 13 WITNESS A SHAKESPEAREAN TRAGEDY Texas State University’s Theatre and Dance Department will perform William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” directed by graduate student Martin Asprey. Watch the live performance of the story of a Scottish soldier and his struggle for power. Originally published in the early 1600s, this play is categorized as a tragedy that deals with adult themes such as PTSD, violence and death. 7:30 p.m. (Tue.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.). $10 (students), $13 (groups of 10 or more), $20 (general admission). Patti
JANUARY 15 THROUGH 17 CELEBRATE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
Strickel Harrison Theatre, 405 Moon St., San Marcos. 512-245-6500. https://txstatepresents.university tickets.com 12 DISCUSS CURRENT CLIMATE ISSUES Texas State University invites the community for a discussion about climate issues, social sciences, hard sciences, humanities and more. A meteorologist, a professor in the Texas State College of Health Professions, a youth hunger advocate and more will speak about their work and experiences. 1 p.m. $10 (students), $25 (general admission), $100 (VIP). Performing Arts Center Recital Hall, 405 Moon St., San Marcos. 512-245-6500. www.tedxtexasstateuniversity.com
The Dunbar Heritage Association will host a three-day celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Kids can create crafts on the rst day followed by the rst Hays County CommonUnity MLK Jr. Festival, and the event nishes with the annual march through downtown. 10:30 a.m. (Jan. 15), 4 p.m. (Jan. 16), 9:30 a.m. (Jan. 17). Free. 625 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos (Jan. 15), 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos (Jan. 16), MLK and LBJ drives, San Marcos (Jan. 17). 737-999-0403. www.dhasmtx.com 16 WITNESS THE ‘KING OF ROCKAND ROLL’ The Kyle Area Senior Zone, a nonpro t organization providing support and community to seniors age 50 and older, will host a belated birthday bash in honor of Elvis Presley at the Krug Activity Building. Dennis Hall, an Elvis Presley impersonator, will perform some of the King’s greatest hits. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase, and seating is rst-come, rst-served. 3 p.m. $5. 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle. 512-618-3536. www.kasz.org 20 PREPARE FOR THE FALL SEMESTER Valor Public Schools will host a parent information night for those interested in enrolling their children at the new campus opening for fall 2022. The headmaster and other members of leadership will provide information regarding the curriculum, enrollment process and more. 6:30 p.m. Free. Sun eld Station, 2610 Main St., Buda. 512-521-0600. www.valorpublicschools.org 21 VOTE INANART COMPETITION The Inspired Minds Art Center will host the Buda Art Brawl, an art competition with all proceeds going to fund Art for All scholarships to provide an art education to those in nancial need. Watch as eight artists battle in three timed rounds, and the audience chooses the winner at the end. There will be live music from Austin-based band Money Chicha and drinks from Still Austin Distillery and Suds Monkey Brewing Co. 7 p.m. Free (age 10 and under), $10 (under age 21), $25 (age 21 and up). 121 Main St., Buda. 512-256-0181. www.inspiredminds.art/budaartbrawl
22 Shaker Hymns 27 JJ and the .45s 28 Jesse Daniel 29 Dylan Wheeler FEBRUARY
05 Holly Beth THEMARC 120 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos 512-757-5443 www.themarcsm.com JANUARY 22 Wax Motif 27 MK THE PORCH 129 E. Hopkins St., Ste. 110, San Marcos 512-392-9824 www.taproomsanmarcos.com JANUARY 20 DJ Chow 22 The Memphis Strange 28 Rock Bottom String Band 29 The Lonesome Hearts 30 Brother Shaw FEBRUARY 05 Strahan & The Good Neighbors
Do some yoga, grab a pint and cuddle some goats at Hopsquad Brewing. WORTH THE TRIP FEB. 06 TAKEANOT SO AVERAGE YOGACLASS Hopsquad Brewing in Austin is hosting an outdoor yoga class in partnership with Goat Shenanigans. A certi ed yoga instructor will be leading a yoga class along with baby goats as they prance around and help with yoga poses. Bring a yoga mat for an hour of exercise and after the class, cuddle with a goat and have a discounted pint at the brewery. A discounted drink is included with each ticket. 11 a.m. $19 (class), $22 (class, yoga mat rental), $29 (class, yoga mat to keep). 2307 Kramer Lane, Austin. www.goatshenanigans.com
RAILHOUSE BAR 107 E. Center St., Kyle www.railhousebar.com JANUARY 21 Brodie Lane 22 Sonny Wolf Band 28 The Genders WILLIE’S JOINT 824 Main St., Buda 512-295-0483 www.williesjoint.com JANUARY 19 Bo Luna Acoustic 23 Janie Balderas Acoustic 30 Chuck Shaw Acoustic FEBRUARY 05 Wyatt Weaver Band
Find more or submit San Marcos, Buda and Kyle events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.
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