To prepare for the Special Olympics Texas Winter Games coming to the Hill Country on Feb. 18-20, SOTX will host a kickoff event Feb. 18 to raise funds for the games to provide housing, transportation, training and medical care to Special Olympics athletes. The reception will include a silent auction and cash bar. SOTX is a nonprofit organization that trains individuals with mental disabilities to compete in Olympic-style events such as cycling, volleyball and powerlifting at the local, regional and state level. 5-7 p.m. Free. Lakeway Resort and Spa, 101 Lakeway Drive, Lakeway. 512-835-9873. www.sotx.org