AUGUST

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

AUG. 1

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER

BASTROP — “Peter and the Starcatcher” opens at the historic Bastrop Opera House Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m. This Tony-winning prequel to “Peter Pan” reimagines the story of how an orphan became the boy who would not grow up. With pirates, jungle escapades and unexpected heroes, the production runs for six performances only. Visit bastropoperahouse.org for tickets and showtimes.

AUG. 2

BASTROP RODEO

BASTROP — The 78th annual Bastrop Homecoming &Rodeocomespackedwith a full slate of tournaments and five nights of rodeo excitement, live music and reunions. Held at Mayfest Park, the event features cornhole, washer tossing, horseshoes and Texas Hold ’Em competitions, with a Grand Parade down Main Street set for Saturday at 10 a.m. A Bastrop tradition since 1946, the celebration honors local service members andbringsthecommunity together year after year.

AUG. 3

FIRST BAPTIST’S 175TH BASTROP — First Baptist Church of Bastrop will celebrate 175 years of ministry Aug. 3 with a special service at 10:30 a.m. at its campus on the corner of Water and Farm streets. The event features guest preacher Dr. O.S. Hawkins, a performance by composer Joseph Martin, appearances from former pastors and video tributes from Baptist leaders.

AUG. 5

JOB SEEKER SUPPORT ELGIN — The Job Seeker Support Group meets July 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 404 N. Main St. Led by peer specialist James Bailey, the session offers resume tips, interview prep and job search guidance. Free and open to the public. Call 512-281-5678 for more information.

AUG. 6

WINE NOT? WEDNESDAYS

BASTROP — Store House Market & Eatery, 813 Main St., hosts Wine Not? Wednesdays weekly from 5 to 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy 50% off select bottles, seasonal snacks, live music and a relaxed atmosphere. Wine Clubmembersreceiveearly access to new selections and special events. Call 512412-6114 for details.

AUG. 8-9

CARDBOARD BOATS ELGIN — Teams preparing for Elgin’s annual cardboard boat race can build their crafts at the Build-A-Boat WorkshopAug.8from2to8 p.m. at the Elgin Recreation Center Studio Room, 361 N. Texas 95. For $5 per team, participants get entry into the next day’s race and access to materials including cardboard, duct tape and markers.Teamsmusttransport their boats to Morris MemorialPoolfortheAug.9 race at 10 a.m. Call 512-2856434 for details.