Events for September 2015
Buda Area Chamber of Commerce
Sep 3    City of Buda Citizen's Academy
Join the Buda Citizen's Academy!

This is a 12 week program beginning on Thursday, September 3rd at City Hall, 121 Main Street, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. A different city department will present each week, giving you an inside look at how they functions, what services they provide to Buda residents and how they are funded. All classes will be held on Thursday, except for the Public Works class, which will be held on Saturday, October 17th from 9 am.m - 12:30 p.m. and the Fire Department class, which will be held on Wednesday, November 4th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of completion during our Graduation Ceremony on November 19th. You must attend a minimum of 10 classes in order to receive a certificate. 

We need at least 10 citizens to register in order to hold the classes, so come join us ans learn about your city and have some fun too. You can register online, or come by City Hall and fill out an application. The deadline to register for the course is Thursday August 20th. There are only 20 slots available, so register ASAP to secure your spot.

For more information, please visit our website at www.ci.buda.tx.us
or Feel free to contact Isabel Fernandez at ifernandez@ci.buda.tx.us or Chance Sparks at csparks@ci.buda.tx.us. City Hall's main number is (512) 312-0084.
Date: September 3, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Sep 4    Family & Friends Night at the Huntington
Family and Friends Night at the Huntington Retirement Community, 1255 Firecracker Drive in Buda.
 
Come Dance the Night Away with music by Legends-N-Time (John Hanson) starting at 6 p.m.
 
Must be 21 years or older to attend. BYOB and snacks! Tips($) will be greatly appreciated.
Date: September 4, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 1255 Firecracker Drive
Buda, TX 78610
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 4th
6 p.m.
Sep 5    Farmer's Market
Downtown Buda Farmers Market: 9 a.m. until Noon, located under the Live Oak Tree on Main Street, across from Garcia’s. Come meet your local Farmers and Artisans. Pick up the FREE latest edition of Edible Austin and So Much More! Fun for the whole family! For more information, visit www.budafarmersmarket.com
Date: September 5, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sep 5    4th Annual Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo
The Gunner Thames Memorial is a 501C Foundation benefiting Hays county 4H and FFA, deserving Youth Rodeo Athletes and a crises fund for county youth and families. Our big fundraiser is The 4th Annual Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo @ the Wimberley VFW held Labor Day, Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th. This year we will be donating our portion of the 50/50 raffle to the Barnabus Connection for Wimberley flood victims.

More information on the event and our Foundation can be found at Gunnerthames.com or on Facebook at Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation.

Nightly Rodeo Admission September 5th & 6th 
$15, Kids 12 & under $5, 5 & under Free; 
Muttin' Bustin' sign up at Rodeo, 6:15 

MORE INFO http://www.cprarodeo.com/schedule.php#ds1

**************Jackpots Friday & Saturday*******************
*SEPTEMBER 4, 2015
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS
GUNNER THAMES MEMORIAL SHOOT OUT JACKPOT
Sanctioned: CPRA
ADDED MONEY: $3,000 Total / $1,000 per 3 events
Fees: $250 / 2 head. & short each event
BOOKS OPEN: 8 AM
GIRLS BW 9AM
Tie DOWN BO:10 AM
STEER WRESTLING BO: 12 Noon

*SEPTEMBER 5, 2015
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS
GUNNER THAMES MEMORIAL SHOOT OUT
Sanctioned: CPRA
ADDED MONEY: $2,000 Total / $1,000 per 2 events
GIRLS BARREL RACE One Hour after Wimberley GIRLS BARREL RACE Slack - Fees $100 / BO: 9:30 AM
TEAM ROPING immediately after BARREL RACE - Fees $150 per man, 3 Head Prog. after 1, enter 2X / BO: 10:30 AM

CONTACT FMI:
DANNY DUCKETT 5122890724
ROWDY THAMES 5129449681
DESTINI EVANS 5126651459
JOHN THAMES 5128449103
Date: September 5, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.elwebman.com/gunner/contact.html
Location: Wimberley VFW Rodeo Arean
 
Date/Time Details: September 5th and September 6th
7:30 p.m.
Sep 6    4th Annual Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo
The Gunner Thames Memorial is a 501C Foundation benefiting Hays county 4H and FFA, deserving Youth Rodeo Athletes and a crises fund for county youth and families. Our big fundraiser is The 4th Annual Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo @ the Wimberley VFW held Labor Day, Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th. This year we will be donating our portion of the 50/50 raffle to the Barnabus Connection for Wimberley flood victims.

More information on the event and our Foundation can be found at Gunnerthames.com or on Facebook at Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation.

Nightly Rodeo Admission September 5th & 6th 
$15, Kids 12 & under $5, 5 & under Free; 
Muttin' Bustin' sign up at Rodeo, 6:15 

MORE INFO http://www.cprarodeo.com/schedule.php#ds1

**************Jackpots Friday & Saturday*******************
*SEPTEMBER 4, 2015
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS
GUNNER THAMES MEMORIAL SHOOT OUT JACKPOT
Sanctioned: CPRA
ADDED MONEY: $3,000 Total / $1,000 per 3 events
Fees: $250 / 2 head. & short each event
BOOKS OPEN: 8 AM
GIRLS BW 9AM
Tie DOWN BO:10 AM
STEER WRESTLING BO: 12 Noon

*SEPTEMBER 5, 2015
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS
GUNNER THAMES MEMORIAL SHOOT OUT
Sanctioned: CPRA
ADDED MONEY: $2,000 Total / $1,000 per 2 events
GIRLS BARREL RACE One Hour after Wimberley GIRLS BARREL RACE Slack - Fees $100 / BO: 9:30 AM
TEAM ROPING immediately after BARREL RACE - Fees $150 per man, 3 Head Prog. after 1, enter 2X / BO: 10:30 AM

CONTACT FMI:
DANNY DUCKETT 5122890724
ROWDY THAMES 5129449681
DESTINI EVANS 5126651459
JOHN THAMES 5128449103
Date: September 6, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.elwebman.com/gunner/contact.html
Location: Wimberley VFW Rodeo Arean
 
Date/Time Details: September 5th and September 6th
7:30 p.m.
Sep 8    Emergency Preparedness Workshop
Don't put it off any longer! Recent flooding in this area is proof that we all need to be prepared for anything! Bring your own device or use one of our laptops at this hands-on workshop. Starting with an electronic template, each attendee will be able to create or revise their emergency management practices with the direction and assistance of hour UTSA PTAC emergency preparedness resident expert, Deirdre Pattillo. 

Why struggle writing this by yourself when you can get step-by-step assistance and walk away with an actual plan? Space is limited, so register today and let's get this done! September 8th, 9am-Noon, Seton Medical Center Hays, 6001 Kyle Parkway, Kyle, TX 78640. Cost: $35 
Date: September 8, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=23795
Location: Seton Medical Center Hays
6001 Kyle Parkway
Kyle TX 78640
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, September 8, 2015
9a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fees/Admission:
$35
Sep 10    Silverado - Football Tailgate Party
Football season is here again and what better way to celebrate the return of gridiron action than with a good old-fashioned tailgate party!
 
Join us at Silverado Onion Creek for burgers, wings and more tailgating treats. Be sure to wear your favorite team's jersey to show support!
 
Call to Cindy Swink to RSVP at (512) 280-2030 or email at cswink@silveradocare.com.
 
Silverado Onion Creek
11330 Farrah Lane in Austin.
5-7 p.m.
Date: September 10, 2015
Location: Silverado Onion Creek
11330 Farrah Lane
Austin, TX 78748
EMail: cswink@silveradocare.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 10th
5 - 7 p.m.
Sep 11    FORE! Our Community
THE GOLF TOURNAMENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Come have a great time while you help children and families in our community at the Hays YMCA 6th Annual Golf Tournament! 100% of all proceeds go directly to the youth and families in Hays County, so bring your friends for fun, fellowship and gofl!


Fees:   $100 per player
            $400 per foursome

Fee includes: golf shirt, Green fees, cart, snack, gift bag, special contest awards and dinner!

Visit www.ymcagolftournament.com or call (512) 523-0099 for more information.
Date: September 11, 2015
Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.ymcagolftournament.com
Location: Onion Creek Golf Course
 
Contact: Hays Communities YMCA 512-523-0099
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 11, 2015
12:30 p.m. arrival
2 p.m. shotgun start
Fees/Admission: $100 per person
$400 per foursome
Sep 12 - Sep 13    NRA Weekend at Cabela's Buda
Come out to Cabela's Buda, Saturday and Sunday, September 12-13 for free educational seminars and activities for our NRA Weekend. Also, receive a $25 Cabela's gift card when you sign up to become an NRA member or renew your NRA membership, while supplies last! We will have a daisy bb gun range for the kids and plenty of experts on hand to teach you gun safety and protection. For full event details and seminar descriptions visit: www.cabelas.com/buda
Date: September 12, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.cabelas.com/buda
Location: Cabela's
15570 IH 35
Buda, TX 78610
Contact: Margaret Potyrala Margaret.Potyrala@cabelas.com
EMail: margaret.potyrala@cabelas.com
Date/Time Details:

Saturday and Sunday
September 12-13, 2015
9:00 - 3:00p.m.

Fees/Admission: FREE
Sep 12    Farmer's Market
Downtown Buda Farmers Market: 9 a.m. until Noon, located under the Live Oak Tree on Main Street, across from Garcia’s. Come meet your local Farmers and Artisans. Pick up the FREE latest edition of Edible Austin and So Much More! Fun for the whole family! For more information, visit www.budafarmersmarket.com
Date: September 12, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sep 12    ZUMBAthon Charity Event
Date: September 12, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.evelyn123.zumba.com
Location: Santa Cruz Catholic Church
1100 Main Street
Buda, TX 78610
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 12, 2015
9 - 11 a.m.
Fees/Admission: $10 online & advance
$15 at the door

Childcare $5 per child
$2 each additional child
Sep 12    2015 Holy Cross Festival
Date: September 12, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location: Santa Cruz Catholic Church
1100 Main Street
Buda, TX 78610
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 12th
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday, September 13th
9 a.m - 7 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free and open to the public
Sep 12    Cabela's Explorers Workshop: Camoflauged Critters
Bring the whole family to our exciting Cabela's Explorers Workshop for a fun-filled hour of hands-on learning about the great outdoors. From understanding wildlife and their habitats to mastering basic outdoor skills, these workshops are sure to foster a greater passion for nature in your young adventurers. This FREE workshop is ideal for kids age 11 and under, but the whole family can enjoy the fun. Class size is limited, so call to reserve your spot today! Ever wondered why some animals are so hard to find? Many animals are camouflaged to help hide from their predators (or prey). We'll learn more about this amazing adaptation and how it works to help animals in the wild. Go on a scavenger hunt for some hidden creatures, and create your own creature to hide. Limited to 20 participants - Call 1-800-223-9155 and reserve your spot! (reservations taken between the hours of 8 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST)
Date: September 12, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Cabela's 15570 IH 35, Buda TX, 78610
Contact: Call 1-800-223-9155 and reserve your spot! (reservations taken between the hours of 8 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST)
Date/Time Details: September 12th at 11am
Fees/Admission: FREE
Sep 13    2015 Holy Cross Festival
Date: September 13, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: Santa Cruz Catholic Church
1100 Main Street
Buda, TX 78610
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 12th
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday, September 13th
9 a.m - 7 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free and open to the public
Sep 15    Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Stella's Consignment
Join us in welcoming Stella's Women's Fashion Consignment Boutique to Buda with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Come check out the fabulous inventory and enjoy some wine, cheese and cake!
 
Where:   304 Main Street, Suite 101 in Buda
Time:      5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. 
Ribbon Cutting ceremony will begin promptly at 6 p.m.

Please RSVP to the Chamber office by calling (512) 295-9999 or email info@budachamber.com.
Date: September 15, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 304 Main Street
Suite 101

Buda, TX 78610
EMail: info@budachamber.com
Date/Time Details: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Ceremony begins promptly at 6 p.m.
Sep 17    4th Annual Central Texas Wing Classic
4th Annual Central Texas Wing Classic at Onion Creek Club
33 team maximum

Featuring: Helicopter golf ball drop (1000 balls to be sold) $1000 prize closest to the hole.

Also featuring: B-25 and Warbirds Flyover, Breakfast, Lunch, Awards Ceremony, Raffles, Golf Contest and Golf Shirt.

Available prizes: Golf Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place winners from each flight.

Major Raffle Prizes (drawing at awards luncheon)

Hole-in-One Prize: Win a Car! Sponsored by Onion Creek VW!

Hole-in-One Prize: Win a golf cart! Sponsored by Golf Cars of Austin!

Hole-in-one Prize: Win an ATV! Sponsored by Kent Power Sports of Austin

Registration deadline: Monday, August 31st.

Golf website: www.cafecentex.org
Contact Tim Black at centraltexaswing@gmail.com
Phone: 512-699-3639
 
Date: September 17, 2015
Website: http://cafcentex.org
Location: Onion Creek Club
Austin, TX
Contact: Tim Black - 512-699-3639
EMail: centraltexaswing@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 17th
 
Sep 17    Third Thursday Country & Western Dance
Join us for the Onion Creek Senior Center's Third Thursday Country & Western Dance! Live music by John Hanson. 

The kitchen will be open from 5:60 - 8 p.m.  Dance from 6 - 9 p.m.

Cost - $6 per person. Open to the Public.
Date: September 17, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.ocscbuda.org
Location: Onion Creek Senior Center
420 Barton's Crossing
Buda, TX 78610
EMail: info@ocscbuda.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 17th
5:30 - 9 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $6 per person
Sep 19    Farmer's Market
Downtown Buda Farmers Market: 9 a.m. until Noon, located under the Live Oak Tree on Main Street, across from Garcia’s. Come meet your local Farmers and Artisans. Pick up the FREE latest edition of Edible Austin and So Much More! Fun for the whole family! For more information, visit www.budafarmersmarket.com
Date: September 19, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sep 19    A+FCU Community Day!


 
Date: September 19, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: A+ Federal Credit Union Parking Lot
15295 IH 35
Building A
Buda, TX 78610
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 19th
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free and open to the public
Sep 25    2nd Annual Fajita Fiesta Cook Off
The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 2nd Annual Fajita Fiesta in Buda's City Park on September 25 and 26, 2015. Fajita Fiesta attracts people and competitive cookers from across the Great State of Texas.

Fajita Fiesta is a family friendly event with free admission, parking and concerts. There will be food booths, vendors, games, a jalapeno eating contest, mariachi groups, arts, crafts, raffles and so much more. Fajita Fiesta has something for everyone in the family. 

If you are interested in being a vendor or a cook-off contestant in Fajita Fiesta Cook-Off 2015 there is still time!! Please contact the Buda Area Chamber of Commerce office at (512) 295-9999. A chamber representative will talk to you about all the details and answer any questions you may have.

Please visit www.fajitafiestatexas.com for all the event details and schedule of events for this two day event!

SEPTEMBER 25th & 26th

Friday 5 -- 10 p.m.

KICK-OFF PARTY AND 50's SOCK HOP DANCE
Food booths, vendors, kids area, beer garden, margarita contest, classic cars & free concerts featuring The Showman Band and Glen Collins & The Alibis

Saturday 9 a.m. -- 10 p.m.

Food booths, vendors, kids area, jalapeno eating contest, beer garden arts and crafts, mariachis from South Austin and Hays County, raffles, Fajita Cook Off and awards & free concerts throughout the day.

Headlining the Fajita Fiesta Cook Off will be SHELLY LARES!!


Additional Artists Will be Announced As They Are Booked
Date: September 25, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.fajitafiestatexas.com
Location: Buda City Park
210 San Antonio Road
Buda, TX 78610
EMail: fajitafiestatexas@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 25th
5 - 10 p.m.

Saturday, September 26th
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 26    The Walk to End Lupus Now
The Walk to End Lupus Now! is a 5K (3.1 mile) FUN WALK, benefiting the local programs & services for the Lupus Foundation of America, Lone Star Chapter. Funds raised also go towards lupus research. There is a $25 minimum donation for all participants and we ask that you raise funds through pledges in order to reach your personal goal ($100 minimum is required to receive the official Walk T-Shirt). - See more at: http://austin2015lupuswalk.kintera.org
Date: September 26, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://austin2015lupuswalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1131068
Location: Camp Mabry 2200 W 35th St, Austin Texas 78703
Contact: Angelica Garza, Field Director South Central Texas, 210-651-9480
EMail: angelica@lupuslonestar.org
Date/Time Details: 09/26/2015 8 am registration 10am start time 12pm end
Fees/Admission: minimum donation of $25
Sep 26    The Walk to End Lupus Now
The Walk to End Lupus Now! is a 5K (3.1 mile) FUN WALK, benefiting the local programs & services for the Lupus Foundation of America, Lone Star Chapter. Funds raised also go towards lupus research. There is a $25 minimum donation for all participants and we ask that you raise funds through pledges in order to reach your personal goal ($100 minimum is required to receive the official Walk T-Shirt). - See more at: http://austin2015lupuswalk.kintera.org
Date: September 26, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://austin2015lupuswalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1131068
Location: Camp Mabry 2200 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
Contact: Angelica Garza, Field Director South Central Texas,
EMail: angelica@lupuslonestar.org
Date/Time Details: September 26, 2015 8am-12pm
Fees/Admission: Minimum donation of $25
Sep 26    Farmer's Market
Downtown Buda Farmers Market: 9 a.m. until Noon, located under the Live Oak Tree on Main Street, across from Garcia’s. Come meet your local Farmers and Artisans. Pick up the FREE latest edition of Edible Austin and So Much More! Fun for the whole family! For more information, visit www.budafarmersmarket.com
Date: September 26, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sep 26    2nd Annual Fajita Fiesta Cook Off
The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 2nd Annual Fajita Fiesta in Buda's City Park on September 25 and 26, 2015. Fajita Fiesta attracts people and competitive cookers from across the Great State of Texas.

Fajita Fiesta is a family friendly event with free admission, parking and concerts. There will be food booths, vendors, games, a jalapeno eating contest, mariachi groups, arts, crafts, raffles and so much more. Fajita Fiesta has something for everyone in the family. 

If you are interested in being a vendor or a cook-off contestant in Fajita Fiesta Cook-Off 2015 there is still time!! Please contact the Buda Area Chamber of Commerce office at (512) 295-9999. A chamber representative will talk to you about all the details and answer any questions you may have.

Please visit www.fajitafiestatexas.com for all the event details and schedule of events for this two day event!

SEPTEMBER 25th & 26th

Friday 5 -- 10 p.m.

KICK-OFF PARTY AND 50's SOCK HOP DANCE
Food booths, vendors, kids area, beer garden, margarita contest, classic cars & free concerts featuring The Showman Band and Glen Collins & The Alibis

Saturday 9 a.m. -- 10 p.m.

Food booths, vendors, kids area, jalapeno eating contest, beer garden arts and crafts, mariachis from South Austin and Hays County, raffles, Fajita Cook Off and awards & free concerts throughout the day.

Headlining the Fajita Fiesta Cook Off will be SHELLY LARES!!


Additional Artists Will be Announced As They Are Booked
Date: September 26, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.fajitafiestatexas.com
Location: Buda City Park
204 San Antonio Street
Buda, TX 78610
EMail: fajitafiestatexas@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 25th
5 - 10 p.m.

Saturday, September 26th
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free