SEPTEMBER
Sept. 11: Remember 9/11
American Legion Hunter-Morris Post 911 will host a 9/11 remembrance event at Veterans Memorial Park in Cedar Park. The event will honor the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 events. Cedar Park Mayor Corbin Van Arsdale, Cedar Park Fire Chief James Malinger and other representatives will speak. 8 a.m. Free. Veterans Memorial Park, 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park. 512-537-7236. www.legion911.org
Sept. 12: Take your dog to the pool
Bring your four-legged friend to Robin Bledsoe Pool for contests and prizes to celebrate the end of summer. The first 50 dogs will get a tennis ball and treats. Dogs must be friendly with other dogs and have proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination to enter. Additional rules for the event are on the city website. Noon-2 p.m. $3 (per dog). Robin Bledsoe Pool, 601 S. Bagdad Road, Leander. 512-528-9909. www.leandertx.gov/parksrec/page/dog-days-summer
Sept. 15: Go to a local job fair
Leander ISD and the Leander Chamber of Commerce are hosting a job fair for community members to learn about local employment opportunities. The district will be hiring bus drivers, child nutrition workers, building and maintenance technicians, and other positions. Additionally, several local employers will be at the event. 1-5 p.m. Free. Leander ISD LEO Center, 300 S. West Drive, Leander. 512-259-1907. www.leandercc.org
Sept. 18: Run a mudstacle race at home
The Leander Educational Excellence Foundation will virtually host the eighth annual Mudstacle and Family Fun Run. Participants will receive an electronic race packet with 10 obstacles that can be done at home or a park on race day. Prizes will be awarded to the Leander ISD campuses with the highest number of participants. 8 a.m. $30 (September registration). Virtual event. 512-570-0027. https://leeftx.org/mudstacle
Sept. 18: Listen to live music
Lightstream Backyard Concert Series presents country singer Easton Corbin at the Haute Spot outdoor event venue in Cedar Park. Tickets are available online for general admission or reserved seats. Age 18 and up. 6-11 p.m. $29.50-$59. Haute Spot, 1501 E. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park. http://loveandlightstream.com/hautespot/eastoncorbin
Sept. 24: Listen to a concert in Milburn Park
Austin-based band Dysfunkshun Junkshun will play at Milburn Park for the city of Cedar Park’s Concert in the Park series. Food concessions will be available. 7-9:30 p.m. Free to attend. Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-401-5500. www.cedarparktexas.gov/departments/parks-recreation/special-events/concerts-in-the-park
Sept. 24-25: Camp with your family
Bring your tent to Devine Lake Park in Leander for the city’s Family Campout event. Activities will include yard games, fishing, a hot dog cookout, inflatables, s’mores and a movie screening of “Raya and the Last Dragon.” The city of Leander Parks and Recreation Department will prepare breakfast in the morning. Family registration is available online. 5 p.m.-10 a.m. $15 (per family). Devine Lake Park, 1807 Waterfall Ave., Leander. 512-528-9909. www.leandertx.gov/parksrec/page/family-campout
Sept. 28: Play board games at the library
Enjoy a board game night at the Cedar Park Public Library. Attendees can bring board games from home, try new board games and check out games they like. The come-and-go event will meet in the community room. Masks are encouraged. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Cedar Park Public Library, 550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-401-5600. www.cedarparktexas.gov/departments/library
OCTOBER
Oct. 1-2: Go to Leander's bluegrass festival
The 16th annual Bluegrass Festival, sponsored by Honda Leander, will feature live music, food trucks, beer vendors, craft vendors and more. Music performances begin each day at 6:15 p.m. 6-10 p.m. Free. Mason Homestead, 1101 Bagdad Road, Leander. 512-528-9909. www.leandertx.gov/parksrec/page/honda-leander-bluegrass-festival
Oct. 1: Watch a movie at Milburn Park
Bring your family to Milburn Park for a screening of “The Croods: A New Age.” The event is hosted by the city of Cedar Park’s Parks and Recreation department. Free. Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-401-5500. www.cedarparktexas.gov/departments/parks-recreation/special-events-day-camps/movies-in-the-park
Oct. 1: Hear an alt-country band perform
Son Volt, an alt-country band, will perform at the Haute Spot outdoor music venue. The band’s recent album, “Electro Melodier,” includes folk, country, blues, soul and rock music. Tickets are available online for general admission or reserved seats. Age 18 and up. 6-11 p.m. $25-$75. Haute Spot, 1501 E. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park. https://loveandlightstream.com/hautespot/sonvolt
Oct. 7: Network with professionals at Whitestone Brewery
Meet other Cedar Park and Leander business professionals over coffee. Networking Local hosts mingle-style networking events for meeting business neighbors and to support local businesses. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Whitestone Brewery, 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. 5, Ste. 500, Cedar Park. www.facebook.com/networkinglocal
