Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools, Inc.

05/29/2026

CSAA Conference attendees - Arriving early? Be sure to take advantage of these specially-arranged optional Saturday activities for CSAA conference-goers

4 pm Exclusive docent-led tour of the Smith Center for the Arts –
the Finger Lakes’ premier grand opera house. Don’t miss this
behind-the-scenes tour! 80-82 Seneca St., downtown Geneva

5 pm Private after-hours visit to the Dove Block Project – a community art exhibition space also
with a storied history. 465 Exchange St. (5-minute walk from the Smith Center)

6-8 pm Early evening drop-in at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center - spectacular views of Seneca
Lake and on-your-own samplings of Finger Lakes wines; light-fare menu also. One of our
Geneva hosts will be on hand to greet you and answer
any questions you might have about this special area
of the Finger Lakes—including offering “personal
favorite” restaurant recommendations and updated
regional nighttime entertainment options.
35 Lake Front Dr. (best to drive here).

more details are availablehttps://www.countryschoolassociation.org/uploads/1/0/0/3/100377070/saturday_options.pdf

05/21/2026

Looking for somewhere to go birding? All of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Bird Bingo cards align with Great Texas Wildlife Trails. Click the link for interactive driving trail maps like the Peach Loop which will lead you to the best spots to see birds, butterflies, bats and more in Gillespie County!
While viewing birds is its own reward, every person who completes a bingo can also get a FREE Texas Bird Bingo sticker. Send a photo of your completed Texas Bird Bingo card to the email address noted on the card, along with your name and mailing address, and TPWD will send you a sticker (limit one per person). As an added bonus, two lucky winners will receive a half-day Hill Country birding excursion, courtesy of our friends at Busy Birding!

The homepage of TPW magazine's Texas Bird Bingo

05/21/2026

We didn't want this day to go by without recognizing . Museums like the Pioneer and Vereins Kirche, play an important role in preserving and sharing the history of Fredericksburg. From collecting objects and conducting research to holding special programs and welcoming guests six days a week, the Gillespie County Historical Society works to provide an important link to the past and ensure stories aren't forgotten in the future.

Thank you for your continued support! To learn more about the Gillespie County Historical Society and its mission, please visit: pioneermuseum.org.

05/21/2026

You are invited to gather with the Rheingold Community Club on Friday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rheingold School, 334 Rheingold School Rd. After a short business meeting, a meal will be enjoyed. The hosts will provide pulled pork sandwiches; members please bring a side dish or dessert. Games of 42 dominoes will be played. Guests are welcome. For more information or to learn more about the Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools, visit www.historicschools. org or call Kay Koennecke Steinbring at 830-456-2114.

05/14/2026

All are invited to the historic Cave Creek School / Community Center this Friday evening.
The Cave Creek School Community Center will host its next business meeting on Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at the historic Cave Creek School property.
The meeting will focus on ongoing efforts to restore, improve and maintain the historic school site, which serves as a community gathering space for local residents. The organization’s broader mission is to preserve the property while promoting its use as a neighborhood community center.
Community members and supporters are invited to attend the meeting, which will include updates on the facility and its use for events such as reunions, parties and association gatherings. The property is available for rental to both members and non-members, providing a local venue for a variety of functions.
Following the business meeting, the group’s Games Club will meet at the same location. Attendees are encouraged to bring a snack or dessert and a drink to share. The club is open to all experience levels, including beginners.
Annual membership dues for the Cave Creek School Community Center are $30 per family, supporting continued maintenance and improvements to the historic site. For more information about the meeting or Games Club, individuals may contact Karen Henricksen by phone or email.

Cave Creek School is located near natural and man-made caves.

05/11/2026

Thank You to all who came to the Historic Williams Creek School on Saturday, May 9! https://historicschools.org/williams-creek-school.html