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BRING ON THE TAMALES!

The leaves are turning in my neighborhood — lots of yellows and reds showing up, and many leaves are falling to the ground. I am reminded that new birds will soon be arriving.

Kwanzaa is a traditional holiday that is celebrated by Black Americans, Afro-Caribbeans and others of African descent around the world. Kwanzaa was the creation of Maulana Karenga, a college professor who was inspired by South African first-fruits celebrations and other Swahili traditions. There are many components of Kwanzaa, but the culmination of the celebration is a feast known as Karamu on Dec. 31.

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. Depending on the stage of disease, some well-intentioned gifts may no longer be appropriate or practical for the person.

The Stars Over Wimberley, a program of the Wimberley Valley Arts and Cultural Alliance, presents Winter Nights, a Singer-songwriter Showcase, January 9 and 10, 2024 at the Wimberley Playhouse, 550 Old Kyle Road. Ten artists will perform in six shows over the course of two evenings.

The holiday season is a special time of year for people of all ages, but children might be the most enthusiastic celebrants come December. Children spend much of the holiday season anticipating the arrival of the man in the red suit, and that enthusiasm can be contagious.

Local artists partner with arts nonprofit to raise money for the Hays County Food Bank

House Cup Member Happy Hour $2 off pours on third Fridays of each month Friday, Dec. 15, 5 - 7 p.m.

The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos

Tis the season of Christmas and music will fill the air, courtesy of the Aquarena Springs Symphonic Band’s holiday concert set for Saturday, Dec. 16 at Kissing Tree, located at 201 Kissing Tree Lane. ASSB will follow up this season opener with its grand concert on Dec. 17 at First Baptist Church, 325 W. McCarty Lane, featuring a special secret guest. Both programs are free and will begin at 7 p.m.

Ten tips to help our gardens and plants thrive during the winter season

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church to hold holiday blood drive Dec. 16