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SPICEWOOD

August 2018

SPICEWOOD

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE RESIDENTS OF SPICEWOOD, TX

VOLUME 2, ISSUE 8

SPICEWOOD ARTS SOCIETY AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS The Spicewood Arts Society (SAS) has awarded six $1500 scholarships to 2018 graduating seniors at Lake Travis and Marble Falls High Schools planning to major in the arts. Now in its twelvthyear, the program selects students for their academic achievement, leadership, and dedication to their art. Funds are provided through donations from “Rockin’ the Vineyard,” the SAS annual fundraiser, and additional gifts. "The six recipients selected are amazingly talented individuals whose applications, resumes, letters of recommendation and video submissions strongly display their dedication to the field of fine arts,” said Renee Hollingsworth, Vice President, Community Outreach. “They excel in both their scholastic and artistic performances, as well as having strong leadership skills indicative of turning an artistic passion into a successful career." The scholarship recipients for 2018 will be joining the SAS Scholarship Alumni group, becoming eligible for ongoing financial support as they continue their studies in the arts, Hollingsworth said. Students awarded scholarships: Lake Travis Alaska Coombes will major in music at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. A talented singer, Coombes participated in choir, theatre, dance and art, earning superior ratings all three years of regional and state competitions and meriting leadership positions in choir. She is a member of the MadCavs, an elite madrigal ensemble. Avery Goodwin will major in songwriting at Belmont University, Nashville. She performed with the Lake Travis Fiddlers, an “old-Texas” style swing music ensemble, recording with Asleep at the Wheel, in addition to active membership with the LTHS Copyright © 2018 Peel, Inc.

choir and other musical ensembles. She co-founded Echo’s Edge, with all band members writing and performing original music. David Hellrung plans to attend the University of Texas, majoring in music performance. A French horn player, David was part of the LTHS Wind Ensemble, the Lake Travis marching band, the Texas Youth Wind Symphony, the Texas Ambassadors of Music, and other performance groups and is an Eagle Scout. Marble Falls Karoline Westerman will study music therapy at Oklahoma Christian University, Oklahoma City. A top choir member, she has performed in ten musicals, beginning at age six. She leads children’s music at Fellowship Baptist Church in Marble Falls. She’s a member of the National Honor Society and is an MFHS cheerleader. Sydney Kelley will major in radiotelevision-film at the University of North Texas. She plays tenor sax and oboe, has acted and performed in MFHS musicals, served as band president and worked as an AV technician, in addition to being helping to produce “DPDR,” the highest ranking short film in competition in MFHS history. Noah Reily will attend Tarleton State University, majoring in music. He plays trumpet, drums, piano, and electric and jazz guitar and is a member of the Marble Falls marching band, varsity jazz band, symphonic band, and winter drumline. He’s been a section leader and taken top ratings in regional and state competitions, besides holding down a job and volunteering. Spicewood - August 2018

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SPICEWOOD Spicewood Arts Society Announces New 2018-19 Season The Spicewood Arts Society announces its 2018-19 concert season featuring a wide variety of musical genres, from funk-rock band Shinyribs to Latin jazz artists Beto and the Fairlanes. Season tickets are available online for $125 and may be purchased at www.spicewoodarts.org. Individual tickets will go on sale Sept. 1. “We increased our concert series budget to bring big name performers to our Spicewood Community while keeping our season ticket prices unchanged ($125). People should plan to get their tickets early this year as we expect many more will see the great value,” said president Karen Noecker. Several concerts were sell-outs. All regular season concerts will be at the Spicewood Vineyards Event Center, 1419 Co. Rd. 409, Spicewood and begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Spicewood Vineyards award-winning wines will be available for purchase and water and coffee are furnished, along with intermission snacks. SCHEDULE Jennifer B And The Groove ($30) Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 Talented, energetic, soulful band, led by singer-songwriter Jennifer B, with a powerful voice landing between Aretha and Janis. They

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SPICEWOOD (Continued from Page 3) Kimmie Rhodes ($50) Saturday, January 19, 2019 Poet, crystal-voiced songstress, Willie Nelson duet partner, “Outlaw Sweetheart”– Kimmie Rhodes is all these and more. Over a 30-year plus career, she has released 16 solo albums, written and produced three musical plays, published a novella/cookbook, and written many multi-platinum songs recorded by such artists as Emmylou Harris and Waylon Jennings. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear one of the most original, compelling voices of our time. Generously sponsored by long-time supporters and board member John and Donna Curtis. https://kimmierhodes.com/ Mike And The Moonpies ($35) Friday, April 5, 2019 Mike and the Moonpies celebrate working class heroes and may be the hardest working band in Austin. Playing danceable music which deeply connects to life as we know it, it’s as Texan as country-fried steak. Mike and the Moonpies was formed by singer-songwriter Mike Harmeier in 2007 and today has more than a few interstates memorized as they pursue a busy touring schedule. They just released the latest of five albums, “Steak Night at the Prairie Rose.” Get your boots on and come on down.

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SPICEWOOD Lake Travis Sister Wives Written by Laura Rach

Lake Travis Sister Wives (LTSW) was thrilled to win 1st prize in this year’s Lakeway’s 4th of July parade! Escorted by 8 red, white, and blue jeeps, our 30-foot American flag float proudly honored organizations that focus on helping children in our community and beyond: •

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Help PLAY it Forward https://www.facebook.com/HelpPLAYitFwd/

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The CavLounge @ LTHS https://www.facebook.com/CavLounge/

You’ll find us supporting events such as the Lakeway Education Foundation’s Butterfly brunch at prime tables decked out with special LTSW swag; or at the Lakeway Police Foundation’s bingo nights with a huge table of ladies wearing feather boas and tiaras! We love to support our community, and we love to have a good time! If you’re interested in learning more about us, please check out our Facebook page @Lake Travis Sister Wives and look for information about our upcoming Fall planning meeting.

If you haven’t yet heard of LTSW or have wondered what we are about, we are a social and philanthropic group of Lake Travis area women. “Celebrating Friendship and Supporting Community” is our motto.

There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others.

Partners in Hope connects one person’s gifts and talents with another person’s needs and equips the Lake Travis community to serve through the lens of ministry. Contact Matt Peacock at mattbp61@gmail.com to get involved.

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THE LAKEWAY PLAYERS ANNOUNCE AUDITIONS FOR:

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE A musical within a comedy

Music and lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison; Book by Bob Martin and Don Mc Kellar CONTACT: Cathy Rose, Director; catherinerose1@icloud.com; 512-415-2549 SHOW DATES: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 2018 AUDITION DATES: Tuesday, August 14th, 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Thursday, August 16th, 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Saturday, August 18th, 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. (noon) AUDITION LOCATION: The Lakeway Activity Center 105 Cross Creek Lakeway, TX 78734 AUDITION TIMES: Please contact Cathy Rose to set up a specific audition time. AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: • Actors should be prepared to sing 32 bars of a song (preferably from a musical). •

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CASTING: All roles are available. SYNOPSIS: The ‘Man in Chair’, a mousy, agoraphobic Broadway fanatic, seeking to cure his "non-specific sadness", listens to a recording of the fictional 1928 musical comedy, The Drowsy Chaperone. As he listens to this rare recording, the characters appear in his apartment, and it is transformed into an impressive Broadway set with, sparkling furniture, painted backdrops, and glitzy costumes. ‘Man in Chair’ provides a running commentary throughout the show from the stage, though he is on the audience side of the fourth wall, invisible to the players.

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SPICEWOOD Lake Travis Chamber Of Commerce Recognized For Media and Communications Excellence The overall competition had more than 200 entries from which the best were judged by panels of experts. “This prestigious honor is cause for the staff, members and community to celebrate,” said Kelly Hall, 2018 TCCE Board Chairman and CEO of the Longview Chamber of Commerce. “This type of recognition is indicative of the great work, creativity and innovation that exists in these chambers, Congratulations to all!” The Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) is the professional society of chamber of commerce executives and professional staff in the state of Texas. Established in 1908, TCCE remains a strong, viable organization and the longest standing association of chamber of commerce professionals in the nation. The Mission of the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce is to foster the best economic climate by connecting businesses, strengthening communities and promoting Lake Travis as a destination. The Vision of the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce is to be the voice for business in the Lake Travis area.

Local Chambers from across the state of Texas convened Tuesday, June 19, 2018 for the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) Annual Excellence Awards. The awards honor organizations for exceptional efforts in marketing, communications and media outreach. Awards are judged in seven categories: Outstanding Chamber Map, Outstanding Brochure, Outstanding Magazine or Directory, Excellence in Print or Electronic Newsletter, Outstanding Chamber Website, Excellence in Social Media Marketing and Communications, and Outstanding Marketing Campaign.

As a private not-for-profit 501 (c)(6) LTCC operates with the primary goal of serving its membership by providing excellence in professional development, networking, resource and idea exchange opportunities and grassroots advocacy information and coordination. Through its publications and other resources LTCC provides operational guidance and leadership to the Lake Travis business community.

In the category of Marketing Campaigns (Lake Travis SpringFest) and Website, the Lake Travis Chamber was honored as the best in Texas, winning FIRST place for both categories. In addition, the Chamber was also honored to win for their Newsletter, coming in Second place. “Chambers of Commerce are the voice of business and quite often the communities they serve,” said Aaron Cox of TCCE. “This highly competitive process demonstrates how these organizations fulfill this task with excellence daily, often with little or no accolades. This award demonstrates the exceptional work carried out by the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce and provides them well deserved recognition.” Copyright © 2018 Peel, Inc.

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