July 3-5
79th Annual VFW CPRA Rodeo and Saturday Night Dance, 8 p.m. all three nights, at VFW Post 6441, Chester Franklin Arena, 401 Jacobs Well Rd. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Mutton Bustin’ registration at 6 p.m. and first event at 7. Saturday Night Dance, July 5, begins after the rodeo with music from the Whiskey Two-Step band. Last dance 12:30 a.m. Rodeo riders compete in bull riding, bronc riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, team roping, women’s breakaway roping, barrel racing and calf scrambles.
Advance tickets June 29 through 30, from 3 to 6 p.m. at VFW Hall.
Adult tickets are $20; children ages 4 to 12 are $10.
Limited box seats are available for $75. At the gate, adult tickets are $25; children ages 4 to 12 are $15.
Children 3 and under are free. Advance tickets for the end of rodeo dance are $15 or $25 at the door. It is BYOB and limited seating is available. For details, visit vfw6441. com/rodeo or call 512-847-6441.
July 4
Retro-themed Independence Day Parade, 10 a.m., through downtown Wimberley. Called “Blast from the Past,” the parade highlights the 1950s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Floats decorated in a nostalgic style, classic cars, vintage costumes and other mid-century icons will vie for the “Most Creative Float,” the “Most Creative Truck,” the “Most Patriotic,” and the “Best Retro Theme” prizes. Streets close at 9:30 a.m. along FM 2325 starting at Green Acres Rd., and RR 12 through downtown and ending at Blue Heron Run. Parade Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to secure a good spot along the parade route.
July 4
Free hot dogs, ice water, Karaoke and fun at the Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 FM 2325, starting at 11 a.m., following the parade.
July 4
Thirteenth Annual Hometown Patriotic Concert, 3 p.m., Wimberley First Baptist Church, 15951 Winters Mill Parkway. The Wimberley Community Chorus and the Hill Country Community Band team up to perform a patriotic concert with such favorite songs as “America the Beautiful,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “God Bless America,” and “Stars and Stripes Forever,” along with other rousing selections. The performance includes a video presentation, color guard and a veteran tribute. Free.
July 5
Wimberley Market Day, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Lions Field, with more than 500 booths filled with great stuff, concessions and great people.
July 9
Wagsday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to noon, Alexis Pointe Senior Living, 14390 RR 12. WAG puppies and dogs cuddle up to residents.
Weekly Events Monday
Flamenco Basics, Mondays in July, Wimberley Community Center, 14068 RR 12; kid sessions, ages 7-12, 4 to 5 p.m. $60; adult sessions, 5 to 6 p.m.; $60. Register online at wimberleyparksandrec.com/flamenco- for-fun/ The Wimberley Group of Alcoholics Anonymous beginners meeting meets Monday nights at 7 p.m. at the clubhouse, 16933 RR12. Open to the public and interested parties. For more, call 512-694-4898.
Tuesday
Gentle Yoga with Carla Daws, St.
Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Tuesday, 4 to 5 p.m., by donation. Bring a mat and water bottle.
Gentle Yoga with Carla Daws at the Community Center. Tuesday, 6 to 7 p.m. $10 per class. Bring a mat and water bottle. Pay at WCC office (card only).
Wednesday
Wimberley Library’s Adult Craft LAB is a year-round tinker and craft program for adults 18 and up. Classes are held via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.
The LOUD Crowd Parkinson’s Voice Group meets at Deer Creek of Wimberley, 555 FM3237, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to noon. Vocal practice, accountability, support and encouragement for those living with Parkinson’s. For more, call 512-8475540 or 214-949-3229.
Thursday
Farmers and Artisan market meets Thursdays from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Cowboy Church, 120 Green Acres Drive. Fresh foods from growers, arts, crafts and other vendors.
Yoga for Lunch with Carla Daws at the Community Center. Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. $10 per class. Bring a mat and water bottle. Pay at WCC office (card only).
Friday
Friday Night Bingo meets weekly at the VFW Post #6441, 401 Jacob’s Well Rd. Doors open 6:30 p.m., early bird bingo 7 p.m., regular bingo at 8 p.m. Family friendly. BYOB. More at vfw6441.com.
Overeaters Anonymous, Wimberley Chapter, meets 7 p.m., second and fourth Mondays at the Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 RR2325.
For more, call or text Aida at 512787-8313.
Zumba with Tanya at the Community Center. First class free. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 to 9:45 a.m.
$5 per class. Pay at WCC office (card only).
National Mahjongg League groups meet Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Wimberley Valley Library, 400 FM2325. The library owns sets, players should bring their own card. On Wednesdays, a group meets 10 a.m. to noon at the Wimberley Senior Citizens room at the Wimberley Community Center, 14068 RR12.
Bring sets, cards and a $1 donation for coffee and snacks.
42 Players meet Tuesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon at the Wimberley Senior Citizens Center. Partners not necessary. A $1 donation supports coffee and snacks. Look for the Senior Center suite and entrance on the right side of the Wimberley Community Center.
Wimberley Al-Anon Family Groups, Thursdays, 7 p.m.; Mondays and Fridays at 12 p.m., Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 RR 2325.
ZOOM ONLY meeting, Sundays, 3 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 892 5112 9571 Zoom Passcode: 914106.
Newcomers welcome. Questions? [email protected].
Monthly Events
Art Crawl, WimberleyArts.org’s popular event is now the Fourth Friday of the month, 5 to 8 p.m. at participating galleries. For details and map, visit gallerytrail.com/artcrawl Super Dimension’s Board Game event takes place the third Saturday of the month at the Community Center, 14068 RR12, from noon until 7 p.m. Adults $10; one child under 12 free with one adult pass.
Online registration encouraged, or guests may pay at the door with a credit/debit card. For all ages and skill levels. Game Gurus will set up and help guide. https://wimberleyparksandrec. com/community-center/ super-dimension-gaming/ The Hill Country Unit of the Herb Society of America meets the third Wednesday of the month in the meeting space at Emily Ann Theatre and Gardens, 1101 FM2325 and features guest speakers, educational programs, and hands-on activities that promote the use of herbs for health, cooking and home care. More at hillcountryherbsociety. org. Or valentine_lisa@msn. com.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meets the first Thursday in the Presbyterian Church Library, 956 FM 2325, 12:45 to 2 p.m. For caregivers who are caring for a loved one with dementia. Contact Linda Germain, Volunteer for Alzheimer’s Texas, at 512-924-3661.
The Jacob’s Well Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution meets in Wimberley every second Monday to pursue historic preservation, patriotism and education in service to the community. For more, email [email protected].
The Wimberley Valley Quilt Guild meets the first Wednesday at the Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 RR2325, 9:30 a.m. social time, 10 a.m. meeting. For more, email [email protected].
Coffee and Cars meets the first Sunday of the month at Blanco Brew, 14200 RR12, 8 to 11 a.m.
Drivers with a hot rod, muscle car, sports car, exotic vehicle, classic truck or otherwise unique ride are welcome to put their car on display. More at 12kingscarclub.com.
The Wimberley Valley Museum in the historic Winters-Wimberley House, 14068 RR12, is open for visitors on the first and third Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday through Friday by appt.
Please call 832-545-5036. More at wimwic.org.
