Lunch with other seniors in Kyle
Join one of the weekly lunches put on by the Kyle Area Senior Zone—which offers a variety of exercise classes, game nights and other social events—where seniors can have a nutritious meal, dessert and entertainment such as group games, sing-alongs, birthday celebrations, new member introductions and more. 12 p.m.-1 p.m. $3. Krug Activity Center, 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle. 512-618-3536. www.kasz.org
Jan 15
Learn about stormwater management
Put on by the Central Texas Stormwater Coalition, a group comprising stormwater managers from Kyle, San Marcos, New Braunfels and Texas State University, the third annual Texas Regional Stormwater Conference will allow attendees to learn about managing stormwater for construction projects, municipal operations, systems maintenance and other topics. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $50. Hays CISD Performing Arts Center, 979 Kohlers Crossing, Kyle. www.txphase2ms4.com
Jan. 19
Learn the basics at a plant-based cooking class
Bring your own beverages and join Adria Garcia, who turned to plant-based cooking to heal her autoimmune condition, for one of the new, hands-on Saute and Sip classes held in downtown Buda. Attendees will learn basic knife skills and cooking techniques in addition to the health benefits of the ingredients. 11 a.m. $40. 100 Houston St., Buda. 512-910-5802. www.sauteandsip-buda.com
Celebrate MLK Day
The theme this year of the annual San Marcos celebration of Martin Luther King Day, hosted by the Dunbar Heritage Association, is “2020 Vision: Without a Vision the People Perish,” taken from Proverbs 29:18, according to the organization. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. LBJ MLK Crossroads Memorial Intersection at Martin Luther King Drive and South LBJ Drive, San Marcos. 737-999-0403. www.facebook.com/dunbarheritage
Jan. 24
Make the most of your drone
DHI Aerial Photography Academy’s Randy Braun and Stacy Garlington are on tour and stopping in San Marcos later this month for a day to help drone owners learn the rules of using drones and how to take better photos for personal or professional endeavors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $179. 808-264-0054. www.djiphotoacademy.com
Jan 30
Find out what seniors need to know
The San Marcos Senior Citizen Advisory Board and the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the ninth Senior Citizen Expo, where seniors can connect to goods, services, organizations, discounts, clubs and other resources in the area. The event will also have door prizes, vendor booths and a light lunch. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos. 512-393-8275. www.active.com/san-marcos-tx/classes/senior-expo-2020
Feb. 8
Let off some STEAM
The 2020 San Marcos STEAM Festival is a celebration of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics with more than 70 exhibits and interactive activities in addition to performances and live music. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. San Marcos High School, 2601 Rattler Road, San Marcos. 512-393-5900. www.smtxsteam.com
Feb. 8
Run for a cause
Students, parents and community members will gather for the Science Hall Elementary Sun Run, a 5K and 1K that will raise money for Camp Champions. Top finishers in each age group will receive a medal. 6:45 a.m. (registration opens), 8 a.m. (5K), 9 a.m. (1K). $10 (1K, 5K for students 17 and younger), $20 (5K). www.athleteguild.com/running/kyle-tx/2020-science-hall-elementary-sun-run
Feb. 9
Get in touch with Celtic culture
The annual San Marcos Celtic Festival is a family-friendly, Celtic-themed event with music, dancing, shopping and activities. 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Free. San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos. www.facebook.com/San-Marcos-Celtic-Festival-395210374244041
