Archive for December, 2009
Nine Consecutive Gains for Pending Home Sales
December 16th, 2009 Categories: Tx Real Estate News
Washington December, 2009
Pending home sales have risen for nine months in a row, a first for the series of the index since its inception in 2001, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
The Pending Home Sales Index,* a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in October, increased 3.7 percent to 114.1 from 110.0 in September, and is 31.8 percent above October 2008 when it was 86.6. The rise from a year ago is the biggest annual increase ever recorded for the index, which is at the highest level since March 2006 when it was 115.2.
If you are considering selling your property, NOW is the time!
Contact Jeremy K. Frost ~ Realtor
(512) 636-2746 or Jeremy@FrostFinds.com
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Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce - Weekly Update
December 7th, 2009 Categories: Dripping Springs Area News
NO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERSHIP MEETING IN DECEMBER
The Chamber will continue to collect food for HELPING HANDS through January 30! Please drop off canned goods and non-perishable items anytime.
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DECEMBER ACTIVITIES/EVENTS
TODAY-DECEMBER 7 & 8 SPRINGS FAMILY YMCA Holiday Cookie Festival!
December 7th, 9am – noon & December 8th, 4 -7pm
If you don’t know what a Cookie Festival is, it’s time for you to bake a couple of batches of cookies or candy (or several batches), donate them to the YMCA, and then come back and buy a whole variety of cookies and other specialty items for your own enjoyment or to give away. Specialty items include fudge, truffles, candies and lots of other goodies. Call the 894-3309 for more information, or if you’d like to help. Proceeds will support the Springs Family YMCA Partner of Youth campaign, making it possible for everyone to be a part of the Y.
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TODAY-DECEMBER 7 DS ROTARY CLUB MEETS
“Investing in the Current Environment” by Jason Chirogianis of UBS Financial Services. We meet at Creek Road Café at 11:45. For more information, go to www.drippingspringsrotary.org.
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TUESDAY-DECEMBER 8 DS RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM KICK-OFF
Join members of your community in the fight against cancer!
Come to the Team Recruitment Kick Off Meeting on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
at Walnut Springs Elementary School Library.
We will provide information on how you can join a team, form a team, fundraising ideas and more.
For more information contact Vicki Kurhajec at (512) 482-3505 wk or (512) 789-6160 cell or
Vicki Rector at (512) 657-2909
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TUESDAY-DECEMBER 8 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The proposed amendment to the City’s Sign Ordinance will be presented to City Council on December 8th, 7pm at the City Hall. We encourage your participation in discussions regarding the ordinance.
If you have any suggestions/concerns, please contact Kim at (512) 858-4740 TODAY.
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TUESDAY-DECEMBER 8TH & 9TH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH RINGS FOR SALVATION ARMY
The First Baptist Church , Dripping Springs’ Youth Group is growing and expanding community missions. They refer to themselves as “The Well”. This active youth group is ringing out for the Salvation Army. The young people are excited about being bell ringers at the local Walgreens. The young adult class will be ringing on December 8th and The Well Youth Group on Wednesday, December 9th. First Baptist has been busy working on rebuilding the church and this will be the first community outreach for our new pastor, Craig Curry. The youth meets on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the fellowship hall and visitors are welcomed. Please stop by Walgreens between 4 & 8 PM on either Tuesday or Wednesday and meet some of the folks that make First Baptist Church a place that honors the past and is building our future. For additional information, please contact the church office at 512.858.4270.
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WEDNESDAY-DECEMBER 9 MEMORY LANE OPEN HOUSE
Memory Lane Event Center would like to invite everyone to their Open House on Dec 9th, 2009 from 5-8pm. We would love for anyone in the community to come and see what Memory Lane is all about. We are now having monthly Open House on every second Wednesday of the each month. You can come anytime within 5-8pm, and also visit with some wedding vendors in the area. There will be free food and drinks. For more info: www.memorylaneweddings.com
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THURSDAY-DECEMBER 10 SHALANA’S HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
EDWARD JONES-SHALANA POOLE
Thursday, December 10 from 4 pm until 7 pm. Bring Pot luck. Main course will be provided by Shalana. Please RSVP to Trish at 894-0665. Join us this Thursday for our Holiday meet and greet! 14101 Hwy 290 W, Suite 100 - A
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 12 – “MINDFUL CONNECTIONS” DEBUT ON KRDP RADIO
From 11:00AM-Noon on KDRP 99.9 FM in Dripping Springs and streaming on the web at www.kdrplive.org. Co-hosted by local psychotherapists Pam Firle and Tina Moody, Mindful Connections is a program devoted to improving your mind, body and spirit. The first program will focus on making “Conscious Choices” through the holidays.
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 12 “CHRISTMAS IN THE HILLS” TOUR OF HOMES
Four uniquely inviting Hill Country homes will be part of this year’s “Christmas in the Hills” Tour of Homes set for Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Dripping Springs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dripping Springs Community Library, the self-guided tour offers some good excuses to also visit the Library itself, located at 501 Sportsplex Dr. , the Pound House Farmstead at Founder’s Park and the Hemisphere Marketplace and Cafe on Ranch Road 12. Admission is $15 and tickets are available at the library, at Print Plus on Highway 290 and at the Hemisphere Marketplace. For more information, contact Homes Tour Chairman Tammy McCoy at 858-4692 or 587-7016. www.dscl.org
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 12 WESLEY GALLERY JEWELRY SHOW 10A-5P
Wesley Gallery will be hosting their annual Jewelry Show on Saturday, December 12 from 10:00am-5:00pm. Twelve local jewelry artists will be selling their fine products. Additionally, there will be several artists exhibiting their wearable art. Refreshments will be served. Location: 27008 RR 12, Dripping Springs, Contact: Jack Duffey, 858.9758. www.wesleygallery.com
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 12 SUNSET CANYON POTTERY Christmas Sale Day
Join us for our annual holiday customer appreciation sale. Browse our new arrivals for that unique gift that says Christmas in a handmade way. Join us at 8 am for coffee and refreshments and take advantage of the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: 20% off all Sunset Canyon Pottery in stock until 10:30am. For the rest of the day, enjoy 10% discounts on everything in the store to help finish off your Christmas shopping lists! www.sunsetcanyonpottery.com
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DECEMBER 11,12,18,19 LIVE NATIVITY AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
The First Baptist Church of Dripping Springs is presenting a live Nativity on the church grounds December 11, 12, 18, 19 at 6:30 and 7:30 PM. Last year the church members presented the Nativity in front of the preschool on Hwy 290, however due to the construction of the new sanctuary, the Nativity has been moved behind the preschool, near the basketball court. The church will be hosting guests in the fellowship hall for refreshments between and after performances and features the children’s choir. This will be a great opportunity to meet the new Pastor, Craig Curry and his wife, Fallon. For additional information, please contact the church office at 512.858.4270.
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DECEMBER 12 & 19 CHRISTMAS AT THE LBJ BOYHOOD HOME
December 12, and 19, everyone is invited to experience “Christmas at the LBJ Boyhood Home” with open house of this historic home, all decked out for a Christmas celebration in the 1920s from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. each evening. These park events are free of charge and are complemented by the stunning lighting display at the PEC, across the street from the LBJ Boyhood Home. Blanco County Courthouse is the centerpiece of the town’s seasonal celebration “Lights Spectacular” and is not to be missed. For detailed directions or additional information, please call (830) 868-7128, extension 244.
MORE TO COME::::
12/17 GRAND OPENING OF NEW LANES ON HWY 290 @ Nutty Brown
1/30 Hays County Livestock Show Auction 11AM
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MEMBER NEWS
The Dripping Springs Community Library will be closed Dec. 24 & Dec. 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. It will also be closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 in celebration of the New Year.
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WASH DAY LAUNDRY IS DROP OFF POINT
“Wash Day Laundry is the drop-off point for any new or gently-used coats you would like to donate through the Oak Hill Rotary Club. We are also the drop-off point for blankets or bedding that will be donated to an adopted family through EcoClean.”
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WIMBERLEY HOME HEALTH OFFERS DIABETIC EDUCATION CLASSES
Wimberley Home Health offers free diabetic education classes-taught by a registered nurse/diabetic educator. There are four classes in the series, and they meet once a week for four weeks. Educational materials are provided, and a light, diabetic friendly snack is offered. Seating is limited, so please contact Barbara to reserve your space – (512)738-7048. The next scheduled session is for December 9, 16, & 23rd, 11:00 – 1:00, at the Wimberley Community Center , 14068 Ranch Road 12.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
If you have any employment needs, please email details to dschamber@verizon.net. Once position is filled, please inform us.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS, GO TO: www.drippingspringstx.org
HAVE A GREAT WEEK
This blog was brought to you by Jeremy K. Frost ~ REALTOR
For all your real estate needs!
Jeremy@FrostFinds.com (512)636-2746
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OPEN HOUSE IN HIGHPOINTE OF DRIPPING SPRINGS!!!
December 4th, 2009 Categories: Dripping Springs Real Estate News
OPEN HOUSE IN HIGHPOINTE OF DRIPPING SPRINGS!!!
1pm - 5pm Sunday December 6th!!!
NOW LISTED AT $315,900!!!
Superb Sheffield II floor plan in the spectacular gated community of Highpointe! Perfectly placed on a wonderful cul-de-sac lot backing to a gorgeous greenbelt & pond. The stone/brick exterior exude curb appeal. This home features a top notch gourmet kitchen, spacious master suite, game room, study, covered patio, soaring ceilings & much more! Award winning community includes a club house, executive office, four pools, miles of hike & bike trails, two story fitness center, tennis courts & more!
- Neighborhood: Highpointe of Dripping Springs
- Lot Size: .233
- Type: Single Family Residential for Sale
- Floors: Two or More Stories
- Parking/Garage: 3+
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 3
- Half Baths: 1
- Square Feet: 3340
- Year Built: 2006
See Live In Highpointe for community details.
For more details on this open house or to set up a personal tour please contact:
Jeremy K. Frost ~ REALTOR
Jeremy@FrostFinds.com or 512-636-2746
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Money Saving Tips from Mr. Move Up!!!
December 2nd, 2009 Categories: Austin Area News
Selecting the right shower head for economy and ease of use can be a challenge. Here is some helpful information to assist you.
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Why is low-flow the way to go?
Older shower heads use between 3 and 6 gallons (15 and 30 L) of water per minute, whereas newer, low-flow models use less than 2 gallons (10 L) per minute - and you won’t even notice the difference in water pressure. What you will notice though is that your hot-water use will be reduced by up to 50%, which will cut both your electricity and water bills in the process. A family of three could save between $175 and $190 per year (depending on whether they use electricity or natural gas to heat the water) just by switching to a low-flow shower head.
Which shower head is best for your needs?
- Aerating shower heads mix air into the water stream. This maintains steady pressure so the flow has an even, full shower spray while using less water.
- Non-aerating shower hears deliver a strong spray minus the air. The water flow pulses, giving you a massaging effect.
- Multiple-flow shower heads allow you to set the spray from fine to coarse. Some even feature a pause setting, which allows you to stop the water while soaping up, saving even more. The big tip here? Remember to use it!
These helpful hints were brought to you by MR. MOVE UP
The man to call when it’s time to move…MR. MOVE UP!!!
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H-E-B Breaks Ground in Dripping Springs!
December 2nd, 2009 Categories: Dripping Springs Area News
H-E-B Breaks Ground in Dripping Springs!
H-E-B has broken ground at their new location in Dripping Springs! The groundbreaking ceremony took place November 23, 2009. It will be the city’s first major made-to-order grocery store. The new store, conveniently located at the southeast corner of the Highway 290 and Rob Shelton Boulevard intersection, will feature both H-E-B and Central Market products requested by residents of Dripping Springs and the surrounding towns. This H-E-B will create a local destination for unsurpassed freshness, quality, variety and service while keeping H-E-B’s pledge to offer everyday low prices.
With more than 68,000 square feet inside the store, H-E-B will offer the largest meat market in the area, offering USDA prime, organic and natural meats; one of the largest seafood departments in the area with fresh fish deliveries and a wide selection of wild and local catches; a full-service sushi bar made in-store daily; fresh fruits, vegetables and expanded organic offerings with thousands of Organic and Natural products; a full-service bakery, complete with a wide selection of organic and artisan breads baked fresh daily; and an expanded cheese selection filled with specialty and imported cheeses. The new store will also see an increased offering of Central Market products to meet the special requests made by future customers.
Non-food highlights include the addition of more than 9,100 square feet of leasable retail space, a full line of cosmetics; and a floral department featuring quality fresh flowers and plants, a pharmacy with a convenient two-lane drive thru; a gas station including diesel, which was added by special request for future customers; and car wash.
Dripping Springs residents have been looking forward to the new H-E-B for a long time and are excited about the new shopping opportunities near Dripping Springs.
This blog was brought to you by Jeremy K. Frost ~ REALTOR
For all your real estate needs!
Jeremy@FrostFinds.com (512)636-2746
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Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce - Weekly Update
December 1st, 2009 Categories: Dripping Springs Area News
TUESDAY- DECEMBER 1 PATRICK ROSE IS RECOGNIZED
Texans for Lawsuit Reform is honored to award Rep. Patrick Rose the Civil Justice Leadership Award at a luncheon at Palmer’s Restaurant, 218 Moore Street in San Marcos on December 1st at 11:30AM. We would like to have your members join us as we celebrate all that Rep. Rose has done for his district and the state of Texas .
RSVP: Call: 512-478-0200 or Email: svp@tortreform.com (Space is limited)
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THURSDAY-DECEMBER 3 “TOP CHEF” EVENT TO BENEFIT HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY
The Top Chef 2009 event will take place at Wilson ’s Appliance showroom on December 3, 2009, 6:00 pm. This annual event is a benefit for our local food pantry, Helping Hands. Helping Hands has been at work in the greater Dripping Springs community for many years and is one of the finest charitable organizations that is 100 % volunteer led. Every penny you give to this organization goes to helping those in need. If you purchase a ticket for Top Chef, 100% of that money will be used to provide food and necessities for our neighbors going through difficult times. There will be wine for tasting, wonderful food prepared by Fabienne Bollom from Rolling in Thyme and Dough, and thrilling entertainment as we watch FIVE contestants cook their hearts out. Our judges this year, Emmett Fox from Asti and Fino, Robert Rhodes from Hudson ’s on the Bend , and Larry Perdido from Moonshine, are always a treat to visit with and hear their input on good food! For information and to purchase tickets go to www.hillcountrytopchef.net and reserve your tickets.
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THURSDAY-DECEMBER 3 HILL COUNTRY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION/BROWN SANTA DRIVE
Thursday December 3, from 5 to 8 p.m.–Gracy Title and Prosperity will host the “Hill Country Holiday Celebration and Brown Santa Drive . Join us for Holiday treats and libations, as well as choral performances by the DSHS Jazz Cats. For the kids, photos with Santa, balloon sculptures, coloring contest and more! Please bring an unwrapped gift for hays County Brown Santa; let’s fill up the sleigh for the children of Hays County . Prosperity Bank Building 721 Hwy. 290 West
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 5 CHRISTMAS IN DRIPPING SPRINGS
“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas” in Downtown Dripping Springs as businesses and citizens prepare for the 5th Annual Christmas on Mercer Street, Saturday, Dec. 5, 10A to 6P. Hosted by the City of DS and DS Lions Club, admission is free to the public. With arts and crafts booths, Santa Sleigh Rides, children’s activities, delicious food & free holiday entertainment, there is no place better than the charming surroundings on Mercer Street around the holidays. Offering a great opportunity for holiday shopping, the event will provide unique gifts with artistic originality and quality craftsmanship. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to Buy Local!
CITY OF DS LIGHTING CONTEST —-The City of DS will also host a town holiday lighting contest. The categories include residential, commercial and public/non-profit. Entries are due by Dec. 1 with judging taking place Dec. 1-3. Awards will be presented at Christmas on Mercer Street and announced at the Lighting of the Tree. For lighting contest entry forms go to City Hall, 511 Mercer St. or www.cityofdrippingsprings.com.
*NOTE: Dripping springs is part of the Texas Hill Country Regional Christmas Lighting Trail.
We, the Dripping Springs Chamber, encourage our businesses to decorate and/or light up this year! Lots of visitors travel this time of year just to see the season’s lighting displays, events, & holiday traditions in the Hill Country. LIGHT UP!
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SATURDAY-DECEMBER 5 TIMELESS CHRISTMAS AT LBJ BOYHOOD HOME & JOHNSON SETTLEMENT
The following three Saturdays, December 5, 12, and 19, everyone is invited to experience “Christmas at the LBJ Boyhood Home” with open house of this historic home, all decked out for a Christmas celebration in the 1920s from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. each evening. These park events are free of charge and are complemented by the stunning lighting display at the PEC, across the street from the LBJ Boyhood Home. Blanco County Courthouse is the centerpiece of the town’s seasonal celebration “Lights Spectacular” and is not to be missed. For detailed directions or additional information, please call (830) 868-7128, extension 244.
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MONDAY-DECEMBER 7 & 8 SPRINGS FAMILY YMCA Holiday Cookie Festival!
December 7th, 9am – noon & December 8th, 4 -7pm
If you don’t know what a Cookie Festival is, it’s time for you to bake a couple of batches of cookies or candy (or several batches), donate them to the YMCA, and then come back and buy a whole variety of cookies and other specialty items for your own enjoyment or to give away. Specialty items include fudge, truffles, candies and lots of other goodies. Call the 894-3309 for more information, or if you’d like to help. Proceeds will support the Springs Family YMCA Partner of Youth campaign, making it possible for everyone to be a part of the Y.
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TUESDAY-DECEMBER 8 DS RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM KICK-OFF
Join members of your community in the fight against cancer!
Come to the Team Recruitment Kick Off Meeting on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
at Walnut Springs Elementary School Library.
We will provide information on how you can join a team, form a team, fundraising ideas and more.
For more information contact Vicki Kurhajec at (512) 482-3505 wk or (512) 789-6160 cell or
Vicki Rector at (512) 657-2909
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TUESDAY-DECEMBER 8 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The proposed amendment to the City’s Sign Ordinance will be presented to City Council on December 8th, 7pm at the City Hall. We encourage your participation in discussions regarding the ordinance.
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DECEMBER 8TH & 9TH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH RINGS FOR SALVATION ARMY
The First Baptist Church , Dripping Springs’ Youth Group is growing and expanding community missions. They refer to themselves as “The Well”. This active youth group is ringing out for the Salvation Army. The young people are excited about being bell ringers at the local Walgreens. The young adult class will be ringing on December 8th and The Well Youth Group on Wednesday, December 9th. First Baptist has been busy working on rebuilding the church and this will be the first community outreach for our new pastor, Craig Curry. The youth meets on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the fellowship hall and visitors are welcomed. Please stop by Walgreens between 4 & 8 PM on either Tuesday or Wednesday and meet some of the folks that make First Baptist Church a place that honors the past and is building our future. For additional information, please contact the church office at 512.858.4270.
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WEDNESDAY-DECEMBER 9 MEMORY LANE OPEN HOUSE
Memory Lane Event Center would like to invite everyone to their Open House on Dec 9th, 2009 from 5-8pm. We would love for anyone in the community to come and see what Memory Lane is all about. We are now having monthly Open House on every second Wednesday of the each month. You can come anytime within 5-8pm, and also visit with some wedding vendors in the area. There will be free food and drinks. For more info: www.memorylaneweddings.com
MORE TO COME::::
12/12 Friends of the DS Community Library host “Christmas in the Hills” Tour of Homes
www.dscl.org
12/12 Wesley Gallery Jewelry Show 10A-5P
www.wesleygallery.com
12/12 & 13 Sunset Canyon Pottery Customer Appreciation Days
www.sunsetcanyonpottery.com
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MEMBER NEWS
COATS FOR KIDS COLLECTION AT INDEPENDENCE TITLE—DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 2
Independence Title Company at Wallace Place in Dripping Springs at 310 Hwy. 290A, Dripping Springs Texas is collecting Coats for Kids. We at Independence Title would appreciate your help in helping our local children. Deadline is December 2, 2009.
WASH DAY LAUNDRY IS DROP OFF POINT
“Wash Day Laundry is the drop-off point for any new or gently-used coats you would like to donate through the Oak Hill Rotary Club. We are also the drop-off point for blankets or bedding that will be donated to an adopted family through EcoClean.”
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WIMBERLEY HOME HEALTH OFFERS DIABETIC EDUCATION CLASSES
Wimberley Home Health offers free diabetic education classes-taught by a registered nurse/diabetic educator. There are four classes in the series, and they meet once a week for four weeks. Educational materials are provided, and a light, diabetic friendly snack is offered. Seating is limited, so please contact Barbara to reserve your space – (512)738-7048. The next scheduled session is for December 2, 9, 16, & 23rd, 11:00 – 1:00, at the Wimberley Community Center , 14068 Ranch Road 12.
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NEW NAME-NEW LOCATION-SAME GREAT CARE
RON S. WHITE DDS (formerly Centerlake Dental) is now open at its new location at 4189 East Hwy 290 (next door to Wilson AC & Appliance.) Their new phone number is 512.501.3839.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
If you have any employment needs, please email details to dschamber@verizon.net. Once position is filled, please inform us.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS, GO TO: www.drippingspringstx.org
This blog was brought to you by Jeremy K. Frost ~ REALTOR
For all your real estate needs.
Jeremy@FrostFinds.com (512) 636-2746
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