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Try this delicious seafood dish for Lenten dinners

Cod in black bean tomato sauce makes a savory, spicy meal during the 40-day observance of Lent.
Photo from Metro Creative

Try this delicious seafood dish for Lenten dinners

During Lent, a 40-day period serving as a reminder of Jesus’ profound sacrifice and ultimate resurrection on Easter Sunday, Christians across the globe focus on their faith and cut out the excesses of life, with many fasting and abstaining from indulgent behaviors.

EXPLORING NATURE
EXPLORING NATURE

Something to grack about: Grackles are an adaptable bird species with a raucous caw, keen yellow eyes, and glossy black wings. This noisy male grackle stood his ground in one of the trees surrounding a popular San Marcos grazing spot, the big HEB parking lot.
Photo by Celeste Cook

Exploring Nature: Austin Grackles

I was having a leisurely lunch at a café in Austin recently. Our table was inside, but other folks were at outside tables.

SMHS arts programs garner six Heller Award nominations for musical, ‘Into the Woods’

Cora LaCoss received a Heller Award nomination for Best Supporting Performer with her portrayal of Cinderella for San Marcos High School’s production of “Into the Woods.”
Photo by Celeste Cook

SMHS arts programs garner six Heller Award nominations for musical, ‘Into the Woods’

San Marcos High School’s arts programs were once again recognized by the Heller Awards For Young Artists (HAYAs), an awards program that spotlights the hard work of students and teachers involved in the arts in the Greater Austin area.

New beginnings for the historic Charles S. Cock House
New beginnings for the historic Charles S. Cock House

The Charles S. Cock House will resume hosting the Cottage Kitchen luncheons on Wednesday, April 3.
Photos submitted by the San Marcos Heritage Association

New beginnings for the historic Charles S. Cock House

On Wednesday, April 3, in the fully-restored Charles S. Cock House Museum, the Heritage Guild will host the grand opening of the Cottage Kitchen from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., resuming its tradition of serving lunches to the public.

MotherShip Studios to present 2nd Annual San Marcos Studio Tour

Visitors get a close look at a work of art on display at the 2023 San Marcos Studio Tour.

MotherShip Studios to present 2nd Annual San Marcos Studio Tour

The opening night of last year’s San Marcos Studio Tour drew a varied crowd.

MotherShip Studios to present 2nd Annual San Marcos Studio Tour

MotherShip provides a detailed list of participating artists for the tour.
Photos submitted by MotherShip Studios

MotherShip Studios to present 2nd Annual San Marcos Studio Tour

Photo submitted by MotherShip Studios

MotherShip Studios to present 2nd Annual San Marcos Studio Tour

MotherShip Studios is set to present the second annual San Marcos Studio Tour. The tour will include artists’ studios within the San Marcos and Martindale city limits and will run Friday April 5 through Sunday April 7, the weekend preceding the big 2024 Eclipse. The tour will begin with a kick-off event at Mother-Ship Studios on April 5 at 7 p.m., where guests can mingle with and explore a group of exhibition from all participating local artists for the duration of the tour.

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FAMILY FUN

Easter is almost here and every child’s favorite bunny will be making appearances this weekend. Balanced Nutrition San Marcos will be hosting a Spring Festival. This is a family friendly fun event occurring from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Make sure the kiddos are dressed in their cutest pastel duds because the Easter Bunny will be there to take photos, which will be free and emailed within a few days after the event. Parking will be available at Bonham Elementary. There will be vendors, music, games and crafts for the little ones. This afternoon starting at 5:30 p.m. Crockett Elementary, located at 1300 Girard Ave, will be having Camp Crockett 2024. This is a family field day event with the usual “summer camp” games like tug-of-war, three legged races, kayak carry races and crafts. You can pre-register at this link: forms.gle/1XgLqrTMn16wLHqk8. It’s $5 per person or $20 for families or groups of four or more. There will be food available for purchase.

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THE HUNTS BEGIN

You can really tell that spring is here in Central Texas. The blue bonnets are out in full force, the weather is as erratic as a novice tuber going over Rio Vista Falls and there is a fun event planned in every corner of the county.

Here in San Marcos, it is hard to beat the 3rd annual Heritage Association of San Marcos Easter Egg Hunt at Veramendi Plaza Park. Beyond the awesome egg hunt, which comes along with a chance for real prizes for kids like bicycles or fishing poles, I also love the opportunity for our community to get acquainted with a bit of its history. While most people know the beautiful gazebo or have eaten lunch at the Charles S. Cock House during a Cottage Kitchen, but many don’t know the Merriman Cabin, which was built in 1846 for Dr. Eli Merriman, who was one of the founders of the city and the first physician in San Marcos. It was moved from its original location close to the Square, where the Goodyear Tire is located, in 1960 to Aquarena Springs. It was moved to its current location for preservation by the Heritage Association in 2001. The Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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ECLIPSE PREPARATION

On Saturday, my husband and I are planning to drive out into the Hill Country to scope out country road locations along the path of totality for the total eclipse on April 8. Following the advice of astrophysicist Torvald Hessel, we are planning ahead for the experience, and while we’re at it, we intend to stop for a burger and fries from Savage’s at The Junction, right before we split off to FM32 in search of the ideal eclipse viewing spot.

Downtown San Marcos offers several fun things to do on Sunday, including a Spring Market at Railyard Bar & Grill. The market will feature local vendors and table games in a pet- and family-friendly space. This market will run from noon to 5 p.m. And while you’re downtown, might as well mosey on over to A Brunch of Drag at The Davenport, where local Queen Eileen Dover and friends will be celebrating National Cocktail Day with seasonal cocktails/ mocktails and $15 mimosa carafes. Don’t forget to reverse your table via Davenport’s Facebook page; on drag show days, the patio area fills up quick.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

The San Marcos Daily Record staff gives recommendations on what to do in our community

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Roman Banks as ‘MJ’ and the cast of the MJ First National Tour.
Photo by Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Ashley D. Kelley and Grey Henson in “Shucked.”
Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

“I Won’t Grow Up!” Nolan Almeida as Peter Pan (center) and the cast of Peter Pan.
Photo by Matthew Murphy

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Touring cast and band members of “Come From Away” 2023.
Photo by Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

The cast of the Broadway play, “Clue.”
Photo by Evan Zimmerman, MurphyMade

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

“One Day More” from “Les Misérables.”
Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Katerina McCrimmon and Stephen Mark Lukas in “Funny Girl.”
Photo by Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Pierre Jean Gonzalez and Marcus Choi in the national tour of “Hamilton.”
Photo by Joan Marcus

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

Christian Douglas and Gabrielle McClinton in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.”
Photo by Matthew Murphy

Texas Performing Arts reveals 2024-25 season of Broadway in Austin shows

San Marcos fans of the bright stage lights of big Broadway shows are in for a year-long treat with the Broadway in Austin 2024-2025 Season. Presented by Texas Performing Arts, next year’s season will include four Austin premieres and the return of five audience favorites.

Bloom into Spring

karina lara hays county master gardener intern

Bloom into Spring
Bloom into Spring
Bloom into Spring

Left, red cedar sage. Top, Mealy blue sage.
Photos by Marilyn Love
Middle, bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush.
Photo by Celeste Cook
Above, prairie verbena.
Photo by Karina Lara

Bloom into Spring

The Beauty of Native Texas Perennials

Sharing luck brings more good fortune, fostering strong heart and home
Sharing luck brings more good fortune, fostering strong heart and home

Sharing luck brings more good fortune, fostering strong heart and home

Dear Readers, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! This holiday just might be a tie for third place among my favorite holidays: (1) Halloween (2) New Year’s Eve and (3) My Birthday and/or St. Patrick’s Day. Perhaps I feel a deeper connection due to my name that not only means “Warrior Woman,” but Kelly is also a shade of green.

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