'Landscapes: Three Perspectives'
The show will feature artists Tammy Brown, Matt Lynaugh and David Thornberry who will showcase their perspectives on nature. This is an all-ages event, and there will be complimentary, light refreshments.
- Jan. 13, 5-7 p.m.
- Free
- Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St., Buda
- www.inspiredminds.art
Over 400 water well professionals, groundwater science professionals and other leading industry representatives will be in attendance. There will be an array of exhibits, auctions and network opportunities. Registration is required.
- Jan. 23-26, times vary
- $105-$315
- Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center, 1001 E., McCarty Lane, San Marcos
- www.tgwa.org/annualconvention
This event is a high-speed painting competition. There will be three, 20-minute timed rounds and eight artists who will compete to produce their best work. Rounds one and two will have four different artists, and winners will be selected by the audience. The winners of rounds one and two will move to the final round. There will also be live, silent auctions to fund Tandem Arts Partnership, a nonprofit organization. The competition’s winner will have a solo gallery show and a grand prize worth over $200.
- Feb. 3, 7 p.m.
- $30 (adults age 21 and up with complimentary drinks); $15 (under age 21), free (age 10 years and under)
- Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St., Buda
- www.inspiredminds.art
There will be martinis, appetizers, jazz music and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Heritage Association of San Marcos.
- Feb. 8, 5-7 p.m.
- Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos
- $20 (online), $25 (at door)
- www.heritagesanmarcos.org
This Valentine celebration is an elegant dance welcoming all singles and couples from the surrounding areas. There will be music by Sound Experience, door prizes and a catered dinner that will be served at 7 p.m. Participants are encouraged to dress semi-formal. The deadline to purchase tickets is Feb. 2.
- Feb. 9, 6-10 p.m.
- $20
- San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos
- www.sanmarcostx.gov/1483/golden-sweethearts-ball
Young ladies or gentlemen can invite their favorite guy to a semi-formal evening filled with dancing and music. There will also be treats and keepsakes. Registration opens Jan. 8.
- Feb. 10, 6-9 p.m.
- $6
- San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos
- www.sanmarcostx.gov/1250/winter-events
This race will be hosted by For the Love of Go and is raising money to send Fuentes Elementary School fourth graders on a three-day, two-night trip to Camp Champions. Dogs and strollers will be admitted free of charge.
- Feb. 10, 8 a.m.
- $15-$20
- Fuentes Elementary 901 Philomena Drive, Kyle
- www.fortheloveofgo.com/calendar
For The Love of Go and Ancora Ministries will host this third annual 5K. All proceeds will go toward investing in the health and nutrition of Central Texans as well as Guatemalan families and children. Participants are encouraged to wear fun socks and sparkly clothing. Dogs and strollers will be admitted free of charge.
- Feb. 17, 8 a.m.
- $15-$20
- Wallace Middle School, 1500 Center St., Kyle
- www.fortheloveofgo.com/calendar
This Japanese animation convention is for those age 18 and up, and it will have a video theater, an arcade, a tabletop gaming room and an artist alley. There will also be panel discussions, workshops and game shows. Preregistration ends Jan. 15.
- Feb. 16-18, time TBA
- $50
- Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center, 1001 E., McCarty Lane, San Marcos
- www.ushicon.com/ushicon-2024