Events & Appearances

Local comedy fans prepare for Shock treatment

Native Texan and world renowned comedian Ron Shock will be at the Comedy Corridor in J’s Bistro, 202 North LBJ Drive. Prepare for Shock and awe.



‘Friends and Legends’ benefit to take place at Dick’s Classic Garage

The Friends of the Family Justice Center will hold their first annual “Friends and Legends” fund raising event at Dicks Classic Garage on June 27 from 3-5 p.m.



Schnautz memorial music fest reaps benefits of friendship

The Jason Schnautz Memorial Music Fest on May 16 at Riley’s Tavern benefited the Captain Paul Peña scholarship fund and tells a tale about friendship, too.



Library to present puppet show

The San Marcos Public Library, 625 East Hopkins Street, will present another of its popular puppet shows this week. The classic “The Three Little Pigs” will be featured.



Texas State to host International Piano Festival

The inaugural International Piano Festival will be hosted by Texas State’s School of Music on June 5-13 on the campus. About 24 young pianists will hone their craft and enjoy the city of San Marcos during the festival.



Library’s summer program kicks off with magic

The Madcap Magic Summer Reading Kickoff, starting off the summer reading program of the San Marcos Public Library, 625 East Hopkins Street, will be held on June 11.



New ‘Voices of Hays County’ documentary features Harper sisters

Winnie Harper Moyer and Minnie Harper are descendants of one of the oldest families in Hays County. They reflect on life in Hays County in the latest “Voices of Hays County” video documentary sponsored by the Hays County Historical Commission.



Workshop for girls to focus on podcasting

Volunteers from Latinitas magazine will be at the San Marcos Public Library Saturday to give a workshop for girls on the ins and outs of podcasting. Pre-registry is required.



Western Swing Hall of Fame swings this weekend

It’s the 18th Annual Texas Western Hall of Fame and Texas Natural Festival this weekend with made-in-Texas goods, food, Texas history and, of course, all that fabulous Western Swing music.



Movies in Your Park Eco-Night features movie and info

The second annual Movies in Your Park Eco-Night will feature information, activities and the hit Disney movie “Up.” Movies in Your Park is a partnership between Time Warner Cable and the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department.