April 23
The City of Wimberley will hold a Wimberley Time Capsule Ceremony, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Oak Park, 102 Oak Drive. The ceremony marks the sealing and burying of historical items since the city incorporated in 2000.
April 24
“The Outsider,” a clever political comedy by Paul Slade Smith opens on the Wimberley Players stage, 450 Old Kyle Rd., at 7:30 p.m. The funny political satire follows Ned Newley, a painfully awkward policy wonk who becomes governor. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for students with ID. Tickets available at wimberleyplayers.org.
Wimberley’s Parks and Rec Department brings another “Concert in the Park” with the Jesse Stratton Band, from 6 to 8 p.m. on the swim lawn at Blue Hole Regional Park. Free to attend, with nibbles from Schoolyard Dogs and Monster Treats, and beer and wine from Roughhouse Brewing available for purchase. Presented by the Friends of Wimberley Parks.
April 25
The Watershed Association’s series “Land. Water. Connection.” will present a program April 25 at the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Called “Activating Stewardship: Strategies for the Future,” the session will explore rainwater harvesting, One Water principles and the evolving strategies that can help households and regions adapt during times of record drought. The lecture is free to attend, but reservation is required by clicking the event calendar at watershedassociation.org/events/. Find out more at watershedassociation.org.
Wimberley Valley Big Band’s will present a free Big Band and Swing Concert and Dance, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Wimberley Valley Winery, 2825 Lone Man Mountain Rd. in Wimberley. A dance floor is available. Bring lawn chairs, blankets. Organizers say parking fills up fast, so early arrival is advised. Weather permitting.
Wimberley UMC is holding an Earth Day Celebration and Crawfish Boil, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the church’s “Pumpkin Patch” at the corner of CR1492 and RR12. Earth friendly exhibits and a crawfish dinner are part of the fun. Crawfish dinners are $25 and organizers recommend they be purchased in advance at wimberleyumc.org. Hot dogs and drinks are also available for purchase.
April 30
Stand up comedy at 7A Ranch’s Opera House, 333 Wayside Drive, 7:30 p.m., is headlined by nationally known comic Donna Lee, with comic and voice actor Mike MacRae. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Beer, wine, canned cocktails, nonalcoholic drinks and snacks available for purchase. Tickets are $30 or group of 4 for $80 (flat rate, no fees) and available at http://7aranchcomedynight.eventbrite.com/ For ages 18 and up or accompanied by an adult.
Weekly Events
Monday
The Wimberley Group of Alcoholics Anonymous beginners meeting, 7 p.m. at the clubhouse, 16933 RR12. Open to the public and interested parties. For more, call 512-694-4898.
Wednesday
Adult Craft LAB, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wimberley Village Library, 400 FM2325. Tinker and craft program for adults 18 and up.
The LOUD Crowd Parkinson’s Voice Group, 10 a.m. to noon, at Deer Creek of Wimberley, 555 FM3237. Vocal practice, accountability, support and encouragement for those living with Parkinson’s. For more, call 512-847-5540 or 214-949-3229.
Thursday
Farmers and Artisan market, 2 to 6 p.m. at the Cowboy Church, 120 Green Acres Drive. Fresh foods from growers, arts, crafts and other vendors.
Yoga with Carla Daws, noon to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. $10 per class. Bring a mat and water bottle. Pay at WCC office (card only).
Friday
Friday Night Bingo at 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, 2:30 p.m., Wimberley Presbyterian Church library, 956 FM2325. Whatever the food issues, all are welcome. Contact Kira, 661-435-5757.
Zumba with Tanya at the Community Center. 9 to 9:45 a.m., Mon, Wed, Fri $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. Sets available, 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 meet Mondays and Fridays at 12 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 RR 2325. There is a ZOOM ONLY meeting on Sundays at 3 p.m. in which participants do not meet at the church. Zoom Meeting ID: 892 5112 9571 Zoom Passcode: 914106. Newcomers are welcome. Any Questions- Contact us at [email protected].
Monthly Events
Players Script Club, a monthly play-reading group, meets the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Wimberley Playhouse, 450 Old Kyle Rd. to read new scripts. For information, contact Roxanne Strobel at [email protected].
The Hill Country Bead Society meets the second Thursday of the month in the Craft Lab at the Wimberley Village Library, noon to 3 p.m. Please visit our Facebook page.
The Wimberley Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of the month in the meeting room at EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens, 1101 FM2325, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. More at wimberleygardenclub.org.
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. More at hillcountryherbsociety.org. Or email [email protected].
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meets the first Thursday in the Presbyterian Church Library, 956 FM 2325, 12:45 to 2 p.m. To learn more, 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 learn more, email [email protected].
The Wimberley Valley Quilt Guild meets the first Wednesday at the Wimberley Presbyterian Church, 956 RR2325, at 10 a.m. 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.
The Wimberley Apron Society meets the first Monday of the month at Wimberley Village Library Community Room, 400 FM 2325, at 6 p.m. to exchange ideas on healthy sustainable lifestyles, gardening, cooking and homesteading. More at Facebook.
