Shannon West Staff Reporter
OKTOBERFEST ON FRIDAY, CHURCH ON SUNDAY
Fri, 09/20/2024 - 12:00am
The San Marcos Daily Record staff gives recommendations on what to do in our community
Shannon West Staff Reporter
The San Marcos Daily Record staff gives recommendations on what to do in our community
FRIDAY Wake the Dead Coffeehouse Free Range Farmers Market Friday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The main stage of Cheatham Street Warehouse has seen many, many iconic performers in its 50 years.
Photo by Celeste Cook
star-studded concert
The Harriet Tubman “The Journey to Freedom” sculpture by Wesley Wofford was on display at the Kerr Community Center in Bastrop. The sculpture has been traveling the United States since 2020. Tubman personifies a role model and hero, and the sculpture commemorates her resilience.
Photos by Alex Banbury
Above, “The Journey to Freedom” left Bastrop in August and traveled to its next destination, The International African American Museum in Charleston, SC. Top right, Jonafa and Alex Banbury and Mittie Miller take a photo with Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth. At 89, Lee walked 2.5 miles a day from Texas to Washington DC in a journey that symbolized the 2.5 years it took for the news of emancipation to reach the enslaved people of Texas.
DHA members bid farewell to important memorial
FRIDAY Wake the Dead Coffeehouse Free Range Farmers Market Friday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Shannon West Staff Reporter
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?
Dalton Sweat Publisher
Most people are afraid of snakes. Not my girls. Charlotte, 6, and Samantha, 5, are ready to pick up, hold and inspect just about any creepy crawly or slithering serpent. One time we saw a Coral snake in the front yard. They aren’t particularly quick, so I got my girls together to teach them the adage “red on yellow kill a fellow, red on black, friend of Jack.” By the time I finished explaining that this type of snake was one of the venomous versions around here, Samantha reached down to try and pick him up, and I had to grab her as she chased the snake into a pile of rocks. Fearless I tell ya. For those who are of the same persuasion as my kids, Snakefessst! is being held at the San Marcos Discovery Center on Saturday. You can learn about snakes – and interact with him if you wish. You can also learn about snake safety, which is why I’ll probably be bringing my girls down there this weekend. There will be snake-themed music, snake yoga, photo ops, crafts and snake-themed activities. For more information, visit sanmarcostx.gov/3695/Snakefessst/snakefessst.
Celeste Cook Features Editor
While it’s true, you never forget your first Pride, for my son and me, this year’s SMTX Pride Festival is our 10th. We didn’t know it at the time, but our first Pride was also San Marcos’ first official Pride festival, as this year the organization is commemorating its 10th anniversary. Ever since that first year, it’s been our tradition to walk in the parade and stand together with members of our community. Pride is a way to unite in a positive stance against violence and discrimination towards our family within the LGBTQIA community. It gives us a chance to celebrate and support each other while welcoming new arrivals to Texas State. Hosted by Kelly Kline, this year’s SMTX Pride will take place at The Railyard Bar and Grill from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Pride March will start at 9:30 a.m. at the corner of MLK & LBJ, so come early and ready to cheer for each other. The all-day celebration will feature music by Los Gatos 512, food, barbecue and lots of amazing drag performances. Come celebrate togetherness and unity with SMTX Pride.
Dear Abby
DEAR ABBY: A close male friend, “Will,” ended our friendship without warning. I didn’t know he had such strong feelings about my current arrangement. I have been dating a married man, “Bart,” whose wife suggested he get himself a girlfriend if he wanted sex/intimacy/ companionship. She also told him she would “never want to sleep with him again.” It has been 10 years since they were last intimate or even shared a bed. They don’t live together; Bart lives in his guest house. They share a son, which is why he doesn’t want to leave.
Dear Readers, By the time you read this, my sweet foster- fail pup may no longer be with us. The prognosis is grim, and last week, I was too distressed to write due to multiple veterinary visits. I’m grateful to my editor for understanding and giving me space without guilt.
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