Through Feb. 15 | Check out a print exhibit
The contemporary print exhibition “IMPRINT ATX” will be on display through mid-February at the Contracommon Gallery, showcasing works from 13 Central Texas artists. The gallery will hold a free reception Jan. 15 from 6-9 p.m. Appointments are required Mon.-Thu. for viewings. Noon-6 p.m. (Fri.-Sun.). Free. 12912 Hill Country Blvd., Ste. F-140, Bee Cave. www.contracommon.org
Jan. 21 and 28 | Catch a blues concert
Pizzeria Sorellina will host the Austin-based blues band Spicewood Blues Connection on Fridays in January. The casual Italian restaurant located on Lake Travis is known for its housemade pizzas and offers an outdoor bar and beer garden. 6-9 p.m. Free. 23526 Hwy. 71, Spicewood. 737-222-606. www.austintexas.org
Jan. 21 | Celebrate self-care
Barnes & Noble and The Hive at Bee Cave Arts Foundation will celebrate the launch of “The New Mom Code” by Amanda Tice, an international curve model and Lake Travis mom. The self-care event for moms will feature a book signing followed by cocktails, chair massages and mini-makeovers. 5-8 p.m. Free. 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave. 512- 263-0001. Eventbrite: The New Mom Code Book Release Party
Jan. 22 | Explore new horizons
The University of Texas research professor Sean Gulick will hold a lecture in January exploring how a single catastrophic astrogeologic event can change the climate crisis and show how planet habitability is determined. Guests should preregister online. 1-2:30p.m. Free. Austin Nature & Science Center, 2389 Stratford Drive, Austin. 512-974-3888. Eventbrite: Life and Death by Impact: Extinction and Habitability
Feb. 10 Have a girls night out
Hill Country Galleria For the Galentine’s Wine Walk, participants will use a hand-held map to navigate the shops and restaurants serving complimentary wine samples during the event. 4-8 p.m. Free. 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave. 512-263-0001. www.hillcountrygalleria.com/events/february
Feb. 12 | Support local law enforcement
The Bee Cave Police Benevolent Foundation will hold its annual Officers Gala at Star Hill Ranch. The Denim & Diamonds event will feature live music, food, whiskey, a live auction, dancing and games. The nonprofit foundation supports Bee Cave’s law enforcement and their families in times of need through financial assistance. 6-10 p.m. Sponsorships start at $2,000 per 10-person table. Star Hill Ranch, 15000 Hamilton Pool Road, Bee Cave. 512-657-9331. www.facebook.com/beecavepolicefoundation
Annual events to check out in 2022
Feb. 12 | Eanes Education Foundation Gala
- The Fairmont Austin, 101 Red River St., Austin
- 512-732-9065
- https://eaneseducation foundation.org/gala
- Hotel Granduca Austin, 320 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., West Lake Hills
- 512-327-3088
- www.westlakechamber.com
- Lakeway City Park, 502 Hurst Creek Road, Lakeway
- 512-261-1010
- www.lakeway-tx.gov/717/eggstravaganza
- Omni Barton Creek Resort, 8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin
- 512-533-6010
- www.lteducationfoundation.org/events/gala
- Hill Country Galleria Parking Garage A, 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave
- 512-263-0001
- www.hillcountrygalleria.com