MEMBER ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
TUESDAY - MARCH 23 Getting Connected Business Resource Fair in Austin
Getting Connected is an opportunity for small business owners to meet organizations like yours at a free exhibit. The exhibit will take place Tuesday, March 23 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. We are also offering this year a class on How to Use Social Media to Promote Your Business for $25, and two no cost Business Orientations. If you'd like the information in a text format, please feel free to contact me. If you would like to be an exhibitor, but haven't registered yet, please contact Amanda Couch at Amanda.Couch@ci.austin.tx.us or give her a call at 512.974.7769.
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WEDNESDAY - MARCH 24 Dripping Springs Women's Club
DRIPPING SPRINGS WOMEN'S CLUB The Dripping Springs Women's Club luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 24, at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit from 11:30am-1pm. Scott Burns, noted Syndicated Financial writer for over 30 years, will speak on the ups and downs of investing and give suggestions on how to make better choices in your future investments. The cost of the luncheon is $20 per person. Reservations required a due by noon Friday, March 19. Guests are always welcome. Contact Laura Payne at 894-0946 or e-mail womenofds@yahoo.com.
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CHAMBER MEETING REMINDERS:
THURSDAY - MARCH 25 MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Membership Meeting at Flores Mexican Restaurant, 2440 E Highway 290 $10 lunch at 11:30, meeting at noon. Join us for great food, networking & information BRING BUSINESS CARDS - PRIZES FOR DRAWING
Speaker: LCRA, Tom Hegemier on "Water Resourcing & Planning".
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THURSDAY - MARCH 25 Dripping Springs Land Use Workshop
DRIPPING SPRINGS , TEXAS - The City of Dripping Springs will host a second special Land Use workshop on Thursday, March 25 at 6 p.m. at the Dripping Springs United Methodist Church . This additional focus group meeting has been scheduled in an effort to increase citizen's participation and input in the City's Comprehensive Plan update. * Dripping Springs United Methodist Church is located at 28900 Ranch Road 12 in Dripping Springs. Please call the City of Dripping Springs at 512-858-4725 if you have any questions or need additional information
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THURSDAY - MARCH 25 DS Community Library Thursday Chat - Chocolate
Anne Isham will speak at the March 25th Thursday Chat at the Dripping Springs Community Library amid scrumptious samples of varied chocolates. The talk, one in the series of scheduled hour-long programs for adults and teens, begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. located at 501 Sportsplex Drive . For more information about this or other library events, pick up an events calendar at the main or children's desk. Visit our website at www.dscl.org or telephone 512-858-7825.
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FRIDAY - MARCH 26 AMBASSADORS MEETING 8am@Visitors Center
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FRIDAY- MARCH 26 CASINO NIGHT
3rd Annual Casino Night benefitting the Dripping Springs ISD Educational Foundation from 7PM - 11PM Dinner, drinks and gaming chips included with ticket. Cash bar available. Tickets can be purchased at Cattleman's National Bank, from any board member or online at www.dseducationfoundation.org
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MEMBER NEWS
DS Elementary ‘‘Partners in Reading Success"
Dripping Springs Elementary School invites you to participate in an exciting new program, Partners in Reading Success". By Tuesday March 30 if you would like to mentor a student, contact Jennifer Misko at jen.misko@att.net or 826-4654.
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FOUNDERS DAY FESTIVAL-APRIL 9, 10, & 11
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO WORK INFORMATION BOOTH ON SATURDAY &
SUNDAY FROM 10-5PM. Contact Gretchyn or Kim at dschamber@verizon.net if you are interested.
17 Questionnaire Assistance Centers Open to Help Hays County Residents Respond to 2010 Census-Goal is to get accurate population count so residents of Hays County receive their ‘fair share' of federal funding for education, health and other programs. The center closest to us is:
Dripping Springs Helping Hands, 511 Mercer St .
Wednesdays, March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14: Noon-3 p.m.
Thursdays, March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15: 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
For any questions go to the website www.census.gov or call 1-866-872-6868.
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BUSINESS WATCH THIS WEEK
REPORTED ON 3-17-10:
Wimberley Area: Burglary: Woodcreek, 1 Pro Lane , Wimberley Pro Shop: windows broken to gain entry and liquor and food stolen.
REPORTED ON Thursday, 3-18-10:
Dripping Springs Area: Burglary: 400 block North Canyonwood , Sunset Canyon Subdivision: Storage building entered through unlocked door and yard equipment stolen.
REPORTED over this past weekend:
3-19-10: Dripping Springs Area: Burglary: 3600 block Bell Springs Road : Possibly entered through sliding glass door: Jewelry, clothing, and electronics stolen
3-19-10: Woodcreek Area: Burglary of Auto: Oakcrest Street : Unlocked vehicle entered and jewelry, laptop, telephone and personal identification items stolen
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESOffice Help
Growing Orthodontic office looking for someone who loves working with people, is a team player, detail oriented, and able to multitask. Applicant must be friendly, outgoing, punctual, honest, and work well with others. Job duties include greeting patients, answering the phone, scheduling, collections, and verifying insurance.
Full time position: M-TH 8-5, F 8-12
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Nursery Caregiver and 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.
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Bank Teller
Pioneer Bank is hiring a part time teller. Must be available to work Saturday mornings.
Please email resume to kelly@pioneerbanktexas.com
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Speech Pathologist
Speech Pathologist needed at Family Connections Center . Part time and/or Full time position open at busy pediatric Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy clinic. Contact Annie or Michelle at 858-2507.
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Jeweler Needed
Help needed. Jeweler needed for jewelry repairs and watch batteries in Dripping Springs. Please call Vicky at 512-858-4714 or 512-940-8565.
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UP COMING EVENTS
APRIL
4/3 The United Methodist Church of Driftwood Community Easter Egg Hunt 10am
4/3 The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit Community-wide Easter Egg Hunt 12pm
4/4 Happy Easter
4/9-11 Founders Day Festival
4/22 Membership Meeting 11:30AM @ FLORES
4/23 Ambassadors Meeting @ 8am
4/24 DSYSA Family Fun Day
4/30 Heritage Gala at Pound House
5/1 Relay for LifeFOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS, GO TO: www.drippingspringstx.org
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