Here's a list of things to do in the Lake Travis-Westlake region from May to early June.
May 7
Baylor Scott & White bood drive
Lakeway’s Baylor Scott & White Medical Center will host a blood drive in conjunction with the blood donation center, We Are Blood. Donations will take place in front of the hospital within We Are Blood’s mobile “bloodmobile.” Prospective donors are asked to eat a full meal prior and bring a photo identification. Appointments are required and can be made over the phone or online using the code C332. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, 100 Medical Pkwy, Lakeway. 512-654-5032. www.weareblood.org
May 8
Tom Petty tribute band
Local cover band, The Damn Torpedos will appear in a live performance at Iron Wolf Ranch Distillery in Spicewood. The Damn Torpedos are a Texas-based Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute band. 8 p.m. $10. Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery, 101 County Road 409, Spicewood. 512-970-3203. www.ironwolfranch.com
May 8
Mamas on the lawn
Joint brewery and winery, Frontyard Brewing and 5Soul Wine Co will host a Mother’s Day celebrating on its nine-acre site. The event will include a yoga session taught by a certified instructor and a happy hour featuring frozen peach shandys and wine. Attendees should bring their own yoga mats. 10-11 a.m., (yoga) 11 a.m.-noon (happy hour) Frontyard Brewing, 4514 Bob Wire Road, Spicewood. 512-614-4380. www.frontyardbrewing.com/
May 8
Lake Travis Education Foundation gala
The Lake Travis Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports Lake Travis ISD, will host its annual gala May 8. The 2021 gala titled the Un-gala, Fun-gala will be held at High5 and through a virtual watch party. Funds will benefit school projects, technology, tools and resources for more than 11,000 LTISD students. 6-11 p.m. $250, (in-person) Free. (virtual) High5, 1502 S. RM 620, Lakeway. 512-533-6010. www.lteducationfoundation.org
May 9
Mother’s day brunch
Families can celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch buffet at Hotel Granduca Austin. The event will feature a bloody mary and mimosa bar, omelet and carving stations, a dessert bar and custom flower bouquets. Those in attendance can also enjoy live music in the hotel’s courtyard or ballroom. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $60, (adults) $20, (kids) Free. (kids under five) Hotel Granduca Austin, West Lake Hills. 512-306-6400. www.granducaaustin.com/en/happenings.html
May 12
Book Club
The Spicewood Community Library will host a free book club for the community. The book up for discussion will be "Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe" by author Heather Webber. 9:30 a.m. Free. Spicewood Community Library, 1011 Spur 191, Spicewood. 830-693-7892. www.spicewoodlibrary.org
May 15
Live music at The Wayback
The Wayback will continue its live music series with a performance by the Austin-based singer, songwriter Ruel Thomas. The outdoor performance is free for those who book a reservation at The Wayback Cafe—a farm-to-table restaurant on the site. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. The Wayback Cafe and Cottages, 9601 Bee Cave Road, Austin. 512-520-9690. www.waybackaustin.com
May 22
Community Blood Drive
The city of Lakeway’s upcoming community blood drive will take place at the Lakeway Activity Center with COVID-19 precautions in place. The drive will be conducted by appointment only and masks will be required. Appointments can be scheduled at www.weareblood.org/donor/ using the city’s code A197. Testing will also be conducted on donated blood to detect COVID-19 antibodies and donors will receive results within days. Details on eligibility are made available by We Are Blood, the nonprofit conducting the drive. 8 a.m.-noon. Free. Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway. 512-261-1010. www.weareblood.org
May 21
Annual Westies
The Westlake Chamber of Commerce will kick off its annual Westies Award Luncheon on May 21. The award show, which has occurred since 2005, celebrates outstanding Westlake community members with an emphasis placed on their philanthropic endeavors and economic impacts. Awards for seven categories will be presented at the luncheon, which will also feature keynote speaker, Erik Qualman, a motivational speaker and author. Online registration is required. $65 (members) $75 (non-members) Hotel Granduca Austin, 320 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., West Lake Hills. 512-327-3088. www.westlakechmaber.com
May 22
Women in print book club
Westbank Library’s monthly women in print book club will take place virtually on Zoom. Led by library staff, the club will read and discuss books focused on the women’s perspective. The May 22 meeting will be centered on "The Blind Assassin" by Margaret Atwood. Zoom information can be found on the library’s online calendar. 3 p.m. Free. Virtual. 512-327-3045. www.westbanklibrary.com./event/
May 30
Mermaid day
The city of Lakeway will host a mermaid day event at the Lakeway Swim Center. The event will feature mermaids and mermen, games and more. 12-4 p.m. Free, (swim center members and infants) $7 (adults), $6 (children and seniors). Lakeway Swim Center, 3103 Lakeway Blvd., Lakeway. 512-261-3000. www.lakeway-t.gov/1834/Mermaid-Day
June 2
Business builder breakfast
The Westlake Chamber of Commerce will host its ongoing business builder breakfast meeting at Rudy’s BBQ in West Lake Hills. The event will provide residents and business owners with an opportunity to build one-on-one relationships. Each month, the chamber spotlights two members by allowing them to speak in depth about their companies. The breakfast will be socially distanced and registration will include a breakfast taco and coffee or other drinks. 8-9:30 a.m. $10, (members) $15. (non-members) Rudy’s BBQ, 2451 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., West Lake Hills. 512-327-3088. www.westlakechamber.com
June 9
Leander ISD State of the District The West Austin Chamber of Commerce will host the 2021 Leander ISD State of the District luncheon featuring superintendent Bruce Gearing. The informative event will include the current state of LISD and how the community is preserving through the pandemic, according to the chamber. The event will also be live streamed. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $25. Vista Ridge High School, 200 S. Vista Ridge Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-551-0390. www.westaustinchamber.com
