The Blanco Woman’s Club Luncheon took place May 8th at the beautiful Red Corral Ranch. Before lunch, we had a spectacular fashion show presented by Liz’s On the Square and volunteer models from the Blanco Woman’s Club. There was a stunning array of dresses, skirts, shoes, and jewelry that was delightfully modeled. After the fashion show, we dined on delicious food that was catered by Sullivan Street Caterers while the peacocks called in the background.

Let me guess, you are starting to think twice about how far you have to walk when you look for a parking spot. Maybe you ask the checker at the grocery store to put fewer things in a bag so you can carry it to the car. And do you worry more about tripping because your balance isn't what it used to be?

The new WWII museum will open soon near the Buggy Barn Museum. Look for a new article about the museum in next issue of Blanco County News. Top L-R: Roxanna Avant, Linda Howard and Tom Avant. Botton L-R: Dennis Moore, Sherry Jenkins and Pat Vallone.

Announcing our special Patron Appreciation Day May 21st! Our Friends of the Blanco Library are hosting a day to bake and bring treats to say we love our patrons. Please stop by the library for a sweet next Tuesday from 12pm to 8pm. Be sure to check out the improvements we are making!

Maggie Kasprak relocated to the Blanco area in 2010 after a sixteen year stay in Kauai, Hawaii. Prior to that she lived and worked in the Dallas area. On returning to Texas, Maggie wanted to live in the beautiful hill country, so here she is! Maggie has been “artsy” all of her life Nothing was safe.

The Blanco Good Samaritan Center will open in conjunction with the Blanco Market Day on the square Saturday. Volunteers will staff the store only (no food distribution) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Blanco Good Samaritan Center helps people in need in Blanco and Blanco County.All funds for the center come from donations of several local churches, individual gifts and the sale of second-hand clothing and other items.

Lawrence Coffee, with his peacock named Pico, pose for a great photo taken by Patty Coffee.

The Blanco County Fair Board has announced that it is conducting a public contest to determine the theme for the 2013 Blanco County Fair and Rodeo’s 82nd annual event. “The Fair & Rodeo is an important part of our local heritage and culture and we want to keep it alive and well.” said Terri Waxler.

Maria Anita Pena of Blanco, Texas has accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). Maria has resided in Blanco since 2005. She is a single parent of a 10 -year-old son, Vincent, a student at Blanco Elementary. Maria hopes to eventually attain a Masters in Science and Nursing.

Thursday’s storm brought over one and a half inches of rain, and unfortunately some damaging hail. Friday morning Blanco residents found themselves without power. PEC reported that, “At about 4:30 a.m. power was interrupted to 1,000 members in Blanco. Crews patrolled the lines looking for damage and were able to restore power to all but 140 members, including Blanco High School, at 7:40 a.m. “Those remaining members continued to experience intermittent interruptions while crews replaced ...

The Bulls nearly won the day at the Tiny West Memorial Bull Riding Competition on May 18 held at Yett Park. The bull riders made a comeback in the 3rd and 4th long round. In the short round, one bull rider was able to hold on past the 8 second mark, 16 year old Andrew Alvidez, giving him the 1st place finish.

All four Blanco County Commissioners were present for a Regular Meeting on Tuesday May 14th. After the minutes were read and approved from the previous meeting County Commissioner Paul Granberg told the Court, “The replat of Rockin J Ranch Subdivision is in the packets,” and asked for the Commissioners to review the replat.

On Sunday afternoon, May 5th, the Blanco Cowboy Church hosted the second Youth PlayDay in their Buckle Series. Twenty-two young cowboys and cowgirls "Rode For Jesus". They are shown here with their awards following their afternoon competition. The next and final (of 3) Youth PlayDays will be held on June 2nd, following the morning Worship Service and a covered dish lunch.

The Friends Annual Dinner and a Movie was wonderful! Thank you to all who made it such a success and for all of you who came to dine with us! It was a lovely evening with good food, good movie, and good conversation. All proceeds from this program go towards new materials for the library, so a big thank you to all who donated! The Blanco Library needs your help!

Peggy’s Playhouse Childcare Center held it’s 3rd Annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Trike-A-Thon in April. The St. Jude Trike-A-Thon teaches children riding-toy safety and helps raise money for the hospital. Public donations provide more than 70 percent of St. Jude Hospital’s funding, and Peggy’s Playhouse was able to raise $1300 this year.