Texas-based artist and activist Jennifer Epperson will open an exhibit at the Price Center titled “Reshaping Trauma Through Art” to help educate others about sexual assault and trauma. The exhibit will showcase art created as part of healing from sexual assault and will include a formal presentation April 23 at 6 p.m. There will also be informal tours led by Epperson April 21 at 3:30 p.m. Noon-5 p.m. (Wed.-Fri.), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sat.). Free. 222 W. San Antonio St., San Marcos. 512-392-2900. www.price-center.org
Through September | Shop locally
The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes the return of Market in the Park, a monthly market on the first Saturday of the month, rain or shine, at the Historic Downtown Greenbelt. The market kicks off on April 2 and features a variety of local vendors, chamber members, farmers, artisans, antique dealers and musicians. 9 a.m. Free (admission). 319 Main St., Buda. 512-295-9999. www.budachambertx.com/market-in-the-park
April 15 | Hunt for eggs
Hays County will host its second annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Historic Courthouse Lawn. There will be 4,000 eggs for kids to hunt for along with crafts, games, prizes, story time and other activities. The hunts will be split by age groups. Noon (age 5 and under), 12:30 p.m. (ages 5-7), 12:45 p.m. (ages 8-11), 1 p.m. (age 12 and up). Free. 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos. www.hayscountytx.com
April 16 | Work up a sweat
Get Right Get Tight Fitness will host a morning of community fitness at The Railhouse Bar. There will be an outdoor group workout of body weight strength training and conditioning exercises. Fitness instructor and personal trainer Jeremy Jacobs will lead the group. 11 a.m. Free. 107 E. Center St., Kyle. 512-617-1412. www.getrightgettightfitness.com
April 19-24 | Get Seussical
Ryan Scarlata, a Texas State University graduate student, will be directing performances of “Seussical the Musical,” a play about a character, JoJo, going through life trying to embrace their uniqueness in a conformist society with encouragement, featuring a special appearance from The Cat in the Hat. 7:30 p.m. (April 19-23), 2 p.m. (April 23-24). $10 (Texas State students), $13 (per person for groups larger than 10), $20 (general admission). Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre, 405 Moon St., San Marcos. 512-245-6500. http://txstpresents.universitytickets.com
April 23 | Celebrate the Earth
The city of Kyle will host an Earth Day celebration at the Kyle Public Library with a day full of indoor and outdoor activities. The Austin Bat Refuge, Hill Country Alliance, Scenic Texas and other organizations will provide educational workshops and presentations. The Kyle Parks and Recreation Department will also sell native plants. 10 a.m. Free. 550 Scott St., Kyle. 512-268-7411. www.cityofkyle.com
April 23-24 | Cheer on your favorite wiener
Head to downtown Buda for the 25th annual Buda Wiener Dog Races hosted by the Buda Lions Club, where wiener dogs will race and compete to be crowned “The Wiener King” (or queen) in line with this year’s theme, a spin on “The Lion King.” There will be races for wiener dogs as well as mixed-breed wiener dogs. Stick around for a barbecue cook-off, crafts, kids games, a pet parade, and other craft and food vendors as well as live entertainment. There will be shuttles running from Cabela’s and the parking lot north of Buda City Park. 8 a.m. Free (age 12 and under), $5 (age 13 and up). Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio St., Buda. 512-914-2858. www.budalions.com
April 24 | Support local troops
Join Kyle Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12058 for Operation: Hats Off for Veterans, a fundraiser benefiting veterans and their families. Food will be provided by Black’s BBQ. Guests are welcome to bring their own beverages, cooler, lawn chairs and blankets. The event will be capped off with a silent auction and live music from Roger Creager. 2 p.m. Free (age 10 and under), $10 (ages 11-17 with barbecue plate), $20 (general admission, music only), $40 (general admission with barbecue plate and music). 1205 Roland Lane, Kyle. 512-686-8501. Eventbrite: Operation: Hats Off for Veterans
May 6,13, 20 and 27 | Listen to live music
The city of San Marcos’ Music on the Square concert series returns for May. The concerts take place on Fridays and will feature local musicians. Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs, blankets and drinks with the exception of glass containers. 6:30 p.m. Free. 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos. 512-393-8430. www.visitsanmarcos.com
Live Music
Buck's Backyard
1750 FM 1626, Buda 512-312-9456. www.bucksbackyard.com
April
13, 20, 27 The Rowdies
14, 21, 28 W.C. Clark
15 Reverend Horton Heat
16 Devin the Dude, Afroman, Audic Empire
17 Ken Simpson Band
22 Midnight River Choir
The Railhouse Bar
107 E. Center St., Kyle www.railhousebar.com
April
16 Jason D. Williams
20 Jonny Lurie
23 Chris Colston
27 The Barlow
30 Josh Weathers
Riley's Tavern
8894 FM 1102, New Braunfels 512-392-3123. www.rileystavern.com
April
14 Hartley Hall
15 The Homebodies
16 Beth Lee and The Breakups
22 Rollfast Ramblers
23 The Golden Roses
29 Sophia Johnson
