Lake Travis - Westlake Edition | April 2022

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April & May events

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2021 Wildlife category winner by Keith Everill (Courtesy Lakeway Arts District)

FEATURED EVENT LAKEWAYPHOTOFESTIVAL The city of Lakeway Arts Committee is accepting entries for its 20th Annual Lakeway Photo Festival through May 10. The showcase categories are nature, wildlife, community, artistic, student, pet and foodie. Photographers of all skill levels are encouraged to enter as well as Lake Travis ISD photography students. All photos must be taken in the city of Lakeway. Winners will receive published recognition, and an awards reception will be May 22 at the

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ENJOY A CLASSIC TEXARTS

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JAMOUTWITH THE BIG BAND LAKEWAY ACTIVITY CENTER

The magical land of Oz is coming to the Hill Country with TexArt’s “The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition” in April and May. After her home is whisked away by a tornado, Dorothy teams up with a scarecrow, a tin woodsman and a cowardly lion to nd a way to get her back home while avoiding the clutches of the Wicked Witch of the West. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. $17. TexARTS, 2300 Lohmans Spur, Ste. 160, Austin. 512-861-0069. www.tex-arts.org (Courtesy TexArts)

The city of Lakeway and Lakeway Arts Committee welcome residents to bring their own beverages and snacks to the Lakeway Activity Center to enjoy music from the 17-piece Republic of Texas Big Band, featuring David Cummings and Lisa Clark on vocals. This event is open to all ages. The band accepts donations after the show. 7 p.m. Free. 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway. 512-261-1010. www.lakeway-tx.gov (Courtesy city of Lakeway)

APRIL 14 THROUGH JUNE 20 VISIT ANART EXHIBIT The “Out Again” exhibit of artwork by 18 artists from Capitol Art Society will be available for viewing at the Laura Bush Community Library through June 20. Capitol Art Society is the oldest active visual arts group in Austin, and many of its members have work published and in collections worldwide. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Mon.-Thu.), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.). Free. 9411 Bee Caves Road, Austin. 512-327-3045. HIGHLIGHT THE HILL COUNTRY The Hill Country Alliance will host its 16th annual Hill Country Photo Contest through May 31 for photographers of all ages and skill levels. The Snapshot of the Hill Country contest invites participants to take photos that capture the beauty and change of the Hill Country. Winners will receive cash prizes from $50-$300, https://westbanklibrary.com 14 THROUGHMAY 31 and their photos will appear in HCA’s 2023 calendar. Only photos of the 17 counties in the Hill Country region qualify. Free. 512-894-2214. www.hillcountryalliance.org 21 GET UP TO SPEED The city of Lakeway will hold their second meeting for their Town Hall series with City Manager Julie Oakley in April. The interactive event will focus on transportation issues with the city, including potential upcoming projects and information on the future of RM 620. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway. 512-314-7500. www.lakeway-tx.gov 23 GET INSPIRED The Lakeway Church will hold its inaugural Inspiration Fest in April at the Lakeway Church Campus. The family- friendly, daylong event will feature exhibits, demonstrations, workshops and talks on several creative disciplines, such as painting, cooking, sculpting,

https://ipnart.business.site 30 SHOP ‘TILL YOU DROP The New Origin Shop is hosting a grand opening celebration for its rst brick-and-mortar location featuring free giveaways, treats, family-friendly music and special attractions. 2-6 p.m. Free. 12921 Hill Country Blvd., Ste. D2-110, Bee Cave. 512-276-2066. https://msha.ke/neworiginshop MAY 04 JOIN THE DARK SIDE The city of Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” viewing on its new LED screen for its “May the 4th Be With You” movie event. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to lounge at the lower level of the city park. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Lakeway City Park, 502 Hurst Creek Road, Lakeway. 512-261-5033. www.lakeway-tx.gov 07 THROUGH 22 LOOKAT GNOME HOMES Tiny fairy and gnome homes will line the way of the Lakeway City Hall trails under a canopy of twinkling lights during the Enchanted Forest Walk held by the Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department. The self-guided walk welcomes residents of all ages. Free parking is available at the Lakeway Activity Center and Lakeway City Hall. All day. Free. Lakeway City Hall, 1102 Lohmans Crossing Road. 512-261-5033. www.lakeway-tx.gov 14 CELEBRATE A BIRTHDAY The Bee Cave Public Library invites children age 8 and younger to Bee’s Birthday, a birthday celebration for the Storytime mascot, the Bee Cave Bee. The event will feature a concert by Hey Lolly Music and will be on the center lawn. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 4000 Galleria Parkway, Bee Cave. 512-767-6620. www.beecavetexas.gov

music, gardening and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 2203 Lakeway Blvd., Lakeway. https://lakewaychurch.org 23 AND 30, MAY 07 WATCHA FREE CONCERT Hosted by Austin City Limits Radio, the Hill Country Galleria’s Saturday Night Concert Series will feature Dale Watson on April 23, The Derailers on April 30 and the Del Castillo Trio on May 7. The galleria invites families and their pets to bring a blanket to watch the show from the lawn. 7-9 p.m. Free. 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave. 512-263-0001. www.hillcountrygalleria.com/events 23 VISIT ANOUTDOORMARKET Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery will host a Sip & Shop outdoor market in April featuring live music, dozens of local vendors, pizza and wings from CraigO’s, Iron Wolf spirits and cocktails. The event is open to all ages, and pets are welcome on leashes. Noon-6 p.m. Free. 101 CR 409, Spicewood. 512-970-3203. www.ironwolfranch.com 30 VISIT A BOOK FESTIVAL Bee Cave will host its rst book festival in April. The Books and Bees Festival will have several well-known authors that live locally in attendance, such as bestselling women’s ction author Sarah Bird, Texas historian and author Stephen Harrigan and others. The event also will feature two children’s authors, a beekeeper with fun activities and a live concert with The Singing Zoologist. Noon-4 p.m. Free. 4000 Galleria Parkway, Bee Cave. 512-767- 6620. www.booksandbeesfestival.com 30 SEE NFT ARTWORK Flip’N Art welcomes the community to its Chacasso’s NFT Drop Party, showcasing unique nonfungible token work alongside live music, door prizes and NFT giveaways. There also will be an NFT Drop After Party on May 1 for guests who stop by the gallery. Noon-9 p.m. (party), noon-6 p.m. (next day after- party. Free. 12912 Hill Country Blvd., Suite F-157, Bee Cave. 512-790-3442.

Lakeway Activity Center. 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway www.lakewayarts.com

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LIVEMUSIC IRONWOLF RANCHAND DISTILLERY 101 CR 409, Spicewood 512-970-3203 www.ironwolfranch.com APRIL 30 Jo James and Friends, 2-5 p.m. MAY 07 Andrea Marie, 2-5 p.m. 14 Jace of Spades (Madam Radar), 2-5 p.m. POODIE’S ROADHOUSE 22308 Hwy. 71, Spicewood 512-264-0318 www.poodies.net APRIL 22 David Touchton, 8 p.m. Dallas Burrow, 10:30 p.m. 23 Jennifer Westwood, 8 p.m. Vinyl Flashback, 10:30 p.m.

Find more or submit Lake Travis-Westlake 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.

LAKE TRAVIS WESTLAKE EDITION • APRIL 2022