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Tickets are on sale now for “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical,” which will make its Austin premiere Jan. 9 - 14, 2024 at the Bass Concert Hall.

nsects We all know that birds eat lots of insects — many which would otherwise devour beneficial farm crops. However, not all insects are harmful and many play a major role in maintaining healthy soil, pollinating crops and controlling pests.

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Arbor Day encourages us to remember the importance of trees

Texas State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents New Works Festival Oct. 20 - 22 in Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. The New Works Festival features three play-readings: “70.3” by Sam Mueller, “The Last Mixtape” by Raul Garza, and “Marry Me, Bruno Mars” by Megan Tabaque. Each reading will be featured each night of the festival in the above order.

The Wimberley Players and 7A Ranch have teamed up to bring Haunted Pioneer Town and Train Ride of Terror to the Texas Hill Country on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 27 and 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday.

Dunbar Heritage Association plans for 23-24 events

For the fourth consecutive year, the San Marcos Art League (SMAL) is pleased to be bringing Art Scared back to the downtown Square on Saturday, Oct. 21. The temporary Halloween public art installation is open to area children, elementary through high school age. Participants are invited to paint a section of a designated window with a fall or Halloween-themed image. Painted windows will remain on display for the public to enjoy through early November.

Come celebrate the Day of the Dead with the 10th Annual Día de los Muertos 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run on Oct. 28 at Hernandez Elementary School, 333 Stagecoach Trail.