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MEMBER ACTIVITES FOR JULY (Beginning with June 28)

THURSDAY – JUNE 30 Englewood Estates Deadline for Tours

Also Thursday, June 30 - Englewood Estates @ 2603 Jones Road in Austin invites you to see how we lead the way in supporting your active retirement lifestyle. Every tour now through June 30th will be entered in a national drawing to win FREE RENT FOR LIFE. Call 512-892-7226 for details & appointments.

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SATURDAY – JULY 3 Victory Chiropractic Bake Sale benefits Kids Hunger

Saturday, July 3, 2010, Victory Chiropractic will be hosting a Bake sale. All proceeds benefit Share Our Strength, an organization feeding hungry children in America. For more information, visit http://community.strength.org/profile/VictoryChiropractic . Event location: 101 Hays Street, Suite 412, Dripping Springs. Event begins at 10am until we sell out. Victory Chiropractic info: 512-787-2485, www.victorychiropracticds.com , teamvc@victorychiropracticds.com .

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SUNDAY – JULY 4TH               HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY

Since there will be no formal fireworks display in the city of Dripping Springs, we encourage you to visit neighboring displays in Wimberley & Johnson City.

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THURSDAY- JULY 8 Verde’s Mexican Parrilla Summer Concert Series

Verde’s invites everyone out to join them in the summer concert series with live performances. A great dinner buffet is served from 6pm—7:30pm with all of your favorite food. For pricing and to find out who is playing, go to www.verdesmexican.com or call 512-263-0500

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SATURDAY - JULY 10 “Wind, Water, & Light” Show @ Wesley Gallery

Wesley Gallery show, “Wind, Water and Light”, explores local solutions to our world energy challenges, Saturday 10 am—5 p.m. at the Gallery location: 27008 Ranch Rd. 12 South. Sit under a solar umbrella while you admire magnificent sculpture and brightly painted rain barrels. Learn about nearby wind and geothermal projects, browse through drought resistant plant specimens, and then talk with green builder, The Maroney Company, about putting it all together. Inside the Gallery, over a hundred compact fluorescent bulbs powered by a solar roof array will light additional artworks and business displays from other green businesses of interest. Texas Representative, Patrick Rose, and Hays County Commissioner, Karen Ford, will discuss policy issues. For additional information and map to location visit www.wesleygallery.com http:/www.wesleygallery.com, email art@wesleygallery.com, or call (888) 224-3644

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SATURDAY – JULY 10 Movies Under the Stars @ LBJ

National Historical Park Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park presents “Movies Under the Stars”. On July 10, 7:00 p.m., enjoy a FREE showing of “To Kill a Mockingbird” at the LBJ Ranch. Movie will be shown outdoors beginning at sunset. Gates to the LBJ Ranch will open at 7:00 p.m. Bring your picnic supper, lawn chairs. Free popcorn. Call 830-868-7128, ext. 244 for more info or visit www.nps.gov/lyjo.

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THURSDAY - JULY 15 FISH FRY @ Hill Country Senior Citizens Activity Center

Hill Country Senior Citizens Activity Center will have their Annual Fish Fry on July 15, 2010, starting at 5:30. Tickets are $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children. There will be a drawing for a Queen size Quilted Bedspread. Tickets for the drawing are $1.00 or 6 for $5.00 Starting at 6:30 we will have a contest for who can tell the BEST fist story, true or not true. Prize will be $100.00. To enter this contest you must buy at least one quilt ticket. For more information call, Dixie at 858-4663. ________________________________________________________________________ WEEKLY MEETINGS/ACTIVITY

 If you have a weekly or monthly meeting/activity please let us add it to our calendar. Email at dschamber@verizon.net

TOASTMASTERS

Toastmasters Dripping Springs meets every Tuesday, 6:30pm @ Pioneer Bank Bldg. (Conference Rm), 100 Creek Rd @ Hwy 290.Visitors always welcome. For more information, call Mike @ (214) 339-3237.

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ROTARY CLUB

Every Monday, noon @ Creek Road Café 301 Hwy 290 W. To attend, please contact Bonnie Rose at (512) 894-3944 or brose@austin.rr.com

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ONE HOUR WELLNESS with Dr. Chae & Dr. Monya every Saturday at 10AM.

 Join One Hour to Wellness with hosts the doctors of Family First Chiropractic this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. on 99.9 KDRP-FM or streaming live at kdrplive.org so you can. So if you are tired of being sick and tired give us a call, 858-WELL.

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DS FARMERS MARKET will be OPEN JULY 3rd

The Dripping Springs Farmers Market will be in full swing Saturday, JULY 3rd. Shop early for best selection for your holiday weekend. Fresh fruits and veggies for the perfect picnic and grass fed lamb or beef for the grill with authentic recipes from the farmers who grow your food. 9:00 am to noon at the Triangle. Visit www.dsfarmersmarket.yolasite.com for a list of vendors or to sign up for a weekly harvest update.

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MONTHLY MEETINGS

LIONS CLUB Meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at DSUMC, 28900 RR 12N. Contact Sharon Goss @ (512) 858-5159

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Alzheimer’s Support Group 

Free Alzheimer's Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Noon at Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. (Off Hwy 290, just past Nutty Brown, behind the McCoy's). Please RSVP to 512-637-5400.

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Veterans host Dripping Springs 9/12 Meeting

7pm @ Am. Legion/VFW Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at American Legion/VFW Hall at HWY 290 and RR 12. Contact Steve Cossette 512-610-7653 for more information or go to www.centex912project.com .

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Vince F. Taylor American Legion Post 290 Meetings

Every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 7pm, Vince F. Taylor American Legion Post 290 of Dripping Springs invites all Veterans with Foreign Service to the Veteran’s Hall at the Triangle. Call 858-5637 _________________________________________________________

YOUTH ACTIVITIES FOR JULY

TUESDAYS IN JULY at Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead

The Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, in Dripping Springs, hosts Pioneer Fun Days for kids ages 5-12. Hands on activities and old time games. See website for descriptions and changes. www.drpoundpioneerfarmstead.com $5 per child. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Adult must stay. Reservations Required. 512-858-2251. 6th – Yarn Spinning 13th – Sunflower Extravaganza 20th – Jam Making 27th – Candle Dipping

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WEEK of JULY 12-16 Vacation Bible School at Sports Country Camp

Vacation Bible School hosted by Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church & New Life Lutheran Church July 12-16, 2010, 9am-Noon, at Sports Country Camp (www.sportscountrycamp.com). We'll travel to Egypt this year, without leaving Dripping Springs! We'll sing songs, make crafts, play games, and learn all about Joseph's journey from Prison to Palace. Space is limited, so sign up before we fill up! Visit our website for details and registration forms: www.dspres.org/vbs.

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WEEK of JULY 19-23 VBS will be “Out of This World” at DSUMC

At Galactic Blast VBS, cadets will voyage into outer space praising God. Through daily Bible missions, kids will see space like never before, gain a new perspective on our planet Earth, and learn easy "green" earth tips they can practice at home. VBS is offered to all children entering kindergarten through 6th grades in the fall of 2010.   Online participant registration will close on Friday, July 16th. Go to www.dsumc.org to register. Late registrations WILL be taken at the registration desk in the foyer on Monday, July 19th beginning at 8:30 am. Please join us at DSUMC for VBS, Monday - Friday, July 19 - 23rd from 9 am - Noon.                            Dripping Springs United Methodist Church • Dripping Springs • TX • 78620 • 512-894-7123 ________________________________________________________________________ MEMBER NEWS

Gracy Title Dripping Springs has moved!!! Gracy Title has moved to historical downtown Dripping Springs, 300 W. Mercer Ste. 101 (old Post Office).  Stop by and Visit.

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City of Dripping Springs Now Reserving for Events Harrison Ranch Park

Facilities are available for multiple uses. Rent the Farmhouse for special occasions, including parties, wedding and small meetings, classes and family gatherings. Farmhouse has full kitchen. Park can also be used for horse and agricultural events, trade shows, dog shows, music events, nature activities, large festivals, as a film/movie venue and much more. Beautiful grounds, working arena. Call City of Dripping Springs for more information: 512-858-4725.

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Advertise in and around Drippin’

If you would like to run an ad in the Newsletter Insert this month to email at dschamber@verizon.net. Rates are very competitive and it’s a fantastic way to get your name out. We are in a growing town and want to offer members an affordable way to advertise. They will be distributed in stores and around town. If you are one of the places that would like to have these in your office or store please let us know. __________________________________________________________

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

TELLER/PERSONAL BANKER

Business is great at Pioneer Bank and we are looking for an energetic, customer-service driven individual to provide teller and personal banker service on a part-time basis. Experienced individuals may apply to kelly@pioneerbanktexas.com.

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SALES/MARKETING for Audio/Video & Security Systems

Qualified candidates should have a successful record of experience in direct sales or B to B sales and live in the geographic area that they will be working. Knowledge of consumer electronics and security systems helpful and will assist in the accelerated training course we implement during the initial months of training. Applicants must have a good sense of humor, above average ethics, and the ability to work under minimum supervision after the initial training period. Interactive Security Technologies is a high quality provider of Audio/Video and Security Systems for Commercial and Residential applications, and in our 10th year of business. Please inquire via email to nfreeman@secureandsmart.com

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PT TELLER

Dripping Springs Broadway Banking Center has an immediate employment opportunity for a Part-Time Teller. Qualified applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months cash handling experience. Successful completion of the Teller Skills Assessment Test (TSAT) will be required prior to submission of application. The TSAT can be taken at the Dripping Springs Banking Center Monday thru Friday between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm and on Saturdays between the hours of 9:00am – 12:00pm. For more information, please visit www.broadwaybank.com or call Esther Ramirez at (210)283-5370.

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VOLUNTEER/Website help at the Pound House

The Dr. Pound Pioneer Farmstead is looking for someone to help with their website on a volunteer basis. This involves minimal changes requiring at most a half an hour a week during regular times and could work up to as much as several hours a week a couple of weeks prior to our two largest events of the year, the Heritage Gala in May and the Fall Fest in September. If interested, please contact Marianne Simmons at 858-2030.

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST/OT ASSISTANT

Family Connections Center is looking for a Full time Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Assistant to work at our busy Speech, Physical, Occupational Therapy, hypnotherapy clinic. Competitive compensation and benefits. Contact Michelle or Katherine at admin@family-connections-center.com or 512-858-2507.

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MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICERS/ COMMERCIAL LOAN OFFICER

At Pioneer Bank, responsibilities include growing PB Mortgage into a leading mortgage lender throughout Austin and Hays County. Candidates will possess 2+ years of experience in mortgage loan sales is responsible for growing and managing all types of commercial loans and bank products throughout the Austin and Hays County area. Candidates will possess 5-7 years commercial lending experience, formal bank credit training and excellent written/oral communication skills. For consideration send, e-mail or fax your resume to: Attn: HR 100 Creek Rd. Dripping Springs, TX 78620 Fax: (512) 894-0176 E-mail: kelly@pioneerbanktexas.com

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Springs Family YMCA Aquatics Coordinator, 25-30 hours per week. Experience preferred. Contact Shawna at: 894-3309 or shawna.pieper@austinymca.org Weekdays and some weekends.

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Springs Family YMCA Lifeguards and Swim Instructors, part-time, weekdays and weekends, call for training dates. Experience preferred. Shawna: 894-3309 shawna.pieper@austinymca.org

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EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (Fall)

Discovery Day School, a preschool at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit of Dripping Springs, is looking for experienced Early Childhood Teachers to round out our staff for this Fall. Please call for more information or send resume to Melissa Milligan, mmilligan@discoverydayschool.org, 858-4924.

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NURSERY CAREGIVER & COORDINATOR

Adult needed for Nursery Caregiver and Coordinator at Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, Dripping Springs. Work hours: Sundays from 8:15 am-12:15 pm and special occasions. Excellent hourly wage. Call 512-858-4924 or e-mail resume to secretary@dsholyspirit.org. ______________________________________________________________________ BUSINESS WATCH

The following incidents were reported on 6-22-2010: Driftwood Area: Burglary of Business: Hays City Store at 8995 FM 3237: Front glass broken out and alcohol and cigarettes stolen.         Laurie Bain, Crime Prevention Deputy-Hays County Sheriff's Office-512-393-7373 ____________________________________________________________________________ UPCOMING EVENTS

JUNE

6/30 Englewood Estates Tour

JULY

7/3 Victory Chiropractic Bake Sale to benefit Kids Hunger

7/4 HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

7/5 Chamber office/VC will be closed

7/8 Verde’s Mexican Parrilla Summer Concert Series

7/10 “Wind, Water, & Light” Show @ Wesley Gallery

7/10 Movies under the Stars @LBJ Ranch

7/15 HC Senior Citizens Activity Center’s Annual Fish Fry

7/22 Membership Luncheon Meeting “Buying Local”

7/23 Ambassadors Meeting

AUGUST

8/7   City of Dripping Springs hosts Boot Scoot Ball at the Salt Lick

8/11 DS Area Chamber hosts “Customer Service” Training

8/23  DSISD school year begins

8/26 Membership Luncheon Meeting “State of the City”

8/27 Ambassadors Meeting

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS, GO TO: www.drippingspringstx.org

HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!