Hays County Hunger Strike
The Hays County Hunger Strike will be held Friday, Feb. 19 from 1-4 p.m. at Sunset Bowling Lanes in San Marcos. Hunger Strike is an annual bowling tournament benefiting the Hays County Food Bank. It is a fun-filled fundraiser to raise awareness about how Hays County businesses and civic groups can help feed neighbors struggling to live within their limited means. Visit haysfoodbank.org/events/hunger-strike to register your team and for more information.
Cup of Hope Chili Cook-off
Have a great day of chili, beer and music at the inaugural Cup of Hope Chili Cook-off at Central Texas Speedway in Kyle Feb. 20 from 2-6 p.m. There will be fun and games for the whole family, as well as information and booths from local rare disease non-profits. The event is free to the public. Tasting cups will be sold at $2 per cup and you will get to vote for your favorite. Visit www.centraltexasspeedway.com for complete rules and registration. Booth space is free.
Davis Kerr Medical Benefit
Come out and support a local family while having a fun afternoon in Buda. On Saturday, Feb. 27 from 2-11 p.m. at the Painted Horse Pavilion (1750 S. FM 1626, Buda). On Jan. 17, Davis lost his right arm after helping process deer meat at his family’s home. All funds raised will go towards Davis’ medical expenses. The event will feature a BBQ dinner, washer tournament, live and silent auction, 50/50 raffle, love music, kids activities and more. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children age five and older. For more information, visit gofundme.com/c6kdc87e# or call Britney Lewis at 512-745-5860 or Rayle Harnett at 512-217-3506.
Dollars for Scholars
The Hays County Aggie Moms Club presents a casino night fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 20 from 7-10 p.m. at Onion Creek Country Club (2510 Onion Creek Parkway in Austin). Come out for an evening of blackjack, poker, craps and roulette, as well as prizes, a raffle and a cork pull. Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar will be provided, as well as dessert. Contact Anita Pitta at 512-292-9976 or Anna Payton at 512-845-9696 for more information. Proceeds go towards creating an endowment fund to provide scholarships to Hays County students who want to attend Texas A&M.
Starlight Symphony Orchestra
The Starlight Symphony Orchestra will perform a piece from its classical series entitled “Our Circles: Our Neighborhood” on Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Hays Performing Arts Center (979 Kohler’s Crossing in Kyle). A second performance will be on Feb. 21 at 4 p.m. at the Wimberley First Baptist Church (15951 Winters Mill Parkway in Wimberley).
SAXET Gun Show
Head to Dripping Springs Ranch Park for a gun show filled to capacity with a huge variety of firearms, accessories, ammunition, knives, tactical gear, hunting and target sports products, worthwhile organizations and much, much more. The event will be held 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday.
Texas Night Sky Festival
The first ever Texas Night Sky Festival will be held Saturday, March 5 from 3-10 p.m. at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive. This free celebration of the Texas night sky has been designed especially for students, individuals, and families who are interested in learning more about the night sky and light pollution. The festival will kick off at 3 p.m. with activities planned for all ages, including live presentations, solar observations, a mobile planetarium, demonstrations of glare-reducing lighting, tasty food, and a good, old-fashioned Star Party. See more at www.texasnightskyfestival.org
