DRIPPING SPRINGS BABBLE: DRIPPING THURSDAY

DRIPPING THURSDAY

History comes alive on Thursday with Mary Frances Chupick Bennett, the author of Invitation to Cat Spring.Watch and hear the author "literally" transform herself into Rozina, aCzech immigrant to Central Texas in the mid-1800s. Ms. Bennett's book is based on extensive research into the lives of her own Moravian ancestors, a trip to the Czech Republic and interviews with scores of Texans whose ancestors came from Moravia/Bohemia. She rolled stories, legends, papers, letters, and traditions of many families into the experiences of two such families and gave them Rozina's voice. Invitation to Cat Spring is a vivid, realistic picture of life under the Hapsburgs, the Atlantic crossing, and the hardships of life in Texas and the family-wrenching choices demanded by the Civil War. The audience can expect poignant, unforgettable storytelling event for the entire multi-generational family and for those who want to learn more about Texas history. Czech it out at 5:30PM at the Dripping Springs Community Library (501 Sportsplex).

Starting this month, on Thursday nights (6:00PM - 9:00PM) at Rolling in Thyme & Dough, along with scrumptious food and wonderful, local entertainment, Hill Country Wellness will be providing chair massage. For $1.00 per minute, you can melt any tension away, and all proceeds go to Dripping Springs Helping Hands. Helping Hands pantry has an increased need this year and Sandy Parham, owner of Hill Country Wellness has taken action. Also, if you bring a non-perishable food item, your first 5 minutes are on the house. This will be a great addition to the already fun and festive community night at Thyme & Dough. This week, the always fresh menu made with local and organic produce from Onion Creek Farm and Bella Verdi Farms, features Prosciutto wrapped Cantaloupe, Grilled Chicken Breast & Avocado (draped with Swiss Cheese and a Zesty Poblano Sauce served with Rice Pilaf and Fresh Veggies) and Grilled Chicken Breast or Portobella Mushrooms (on a bed of mixed local greens, fresh fruit, roasted nuts) plus much more. Get the full menu rundown here.