February: Short But Action Packed

February is a short month, but it's filled with lots of activities at the Price Center. Here's a quick summary of the month. Join us!

First Tuesday SMTX Film ‘Swamp Dogg. . .’ Set for Feb. 3  

Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted is a wildly entertaining and fittingly unconventional music doc about convention-defying singer, songwriter & record producer Jerry Williams, aka Swamp Dogg, one of the great cult figures of 20th-century American music whose singular voice and ideas have shaped the history not merely of soul music, but of country, hip-hop & other genres.

Post-Film Q&A: Editor Paul Lovelace & Producer Ben Wu 

with Dr. Allex Austin, Center for African American Studies— TXST

New First Wednesday Monthly Art Meet Up Begins Feb. 4  

Local creator and busy mom of a toddler, Julia Reino is encouraging you to join her on the first Wednesday of the month from 6-8 pm for a freeform and playful open studio session. The goal is to provide a creative, socially and emotionally fulfilling experience. Think "me" time, "adult" time, "playtime."  Bring a project or start something while you’re here. Enjoy access to our Community Art Supply Closet and lots of collaging and mixed media supplies. Free, open to all. Donations are always welcomed! 

Email Julia directly for more information at Jumusu@gmail.com

Lost River Film Fest is Back

February 5- 8!

Enticing a few hundred out-of-town filmmakers and film lovers to Hays County every year since 2017, the popular, non-profit Lost River Film Fest has announced its schedule of new, independent films to be shown February 5-8 at the Price Center, thanks to generous support from the San Marcos Arts Commission.

Opening Night always consists of a film shot in the San Marcos area; this year, on its 50th anniversary, LEADBELLY kicks off the festival: a stunning biopic of blues icon Huddie Ledbetter, whose prowess for soulful, original music famously won him his freedom from chain gang imprisonment. The film was shot in the mid-1970s around San Marcos, Fentress and Uhland.

The fest culminates with a 7:15pm screening on Sunday of THE INQUISITOR, the new biography of trailblazing stateswoman Barbara Jordan.

Visit www.TheLostRiverFilmFest.org for a complete list of films and a chance to buy tickets in advance. Price Center members can enjoy a 20% discount on badge and ticket purchases by using the code "PriceCenter”.

Live at Price Returns Feb 10 with Willow Creek Band

Our seasonal music series -- Live at Price -- returns for its 3-month spring run Feb. 10 with the Willow Creek Band. The Band’s performances are a mixed bag of tunes that highlight differing tempos, harmony vocals, instrumental interpretations, and are arranged to give the audience an eclectic live music experience.

The focus of this band is classic Americana material from artists such as Guy Clark, Towns Van Zandt, Robert Earl Keen, Rodney Crowell, John Hiatt, along with a healthy dose of original material written by band members and several other local song writers.

Live at Price concerts are curated and produced by Price Center light, sound, and projection engineer Dave Nicosia with funding assistance from the San Marcos Arts Commission and the support of the Price Center. The concerts are performed in the 1910 Ballroom of the Price Center at 222 W. San Antonio St., San Marcos. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance or at the Door. Doors open at 6:30, Concert at 7. Complimentary beverages are served. Visit www.liveatprice.com for tickets and more information.

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1893 Flea Returns Feb 14

Our popular 1893 Flea returns to the Center, Saturday, February 14 from 10am - 3pm. Our monthly flea provides indoor access to a dozen or more vendors located throughout the first floor of the Center offering a variety of goods at great prices.  Find vintage, handmade, original creations, collectibles, upcycled, and more. A limited number of booths remain. Call 512-618-2071 to reserve yours today!

8th Annual All-Women’s Art Show and Celebration Begins with Call for Art Feb. 24, 25

For the 8^th year in a row, an art show and reception honoring women and their art is in final planning stages for this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) observance at the Price Center in San Marcos. The Center’s Arts Committee and event founder Debangana Banerjee are putting together Break the Mold to gather, honor, share, and learn more about the female experience Feb. 28 – April 25 at the Price Center & Garden.

The anchor of the annual observance is the all-women’s visual arts show, which begins with a Call for Art set for Tues., Feb. 24 from noon – 6pm and Wed., Feb. 25 from 10 am. – 5 pm. at the Center. Visit price-center.org for more information and an artist agreement, which are also available at the Call.

Dunbar Heritage Association Returns with Sip, Paint, & Poetry Event Feb. 28 in Celebration of Black History Month

After last year’s inaugural sold-out success, the Dunbar Heritage Association is again teaming up with the Price Center and the Center for the Study of the Southwest on Feb. 28 for another Sip, Paint, & Poetry event in celebration of Black History Month. Attendees will enjoy food, fellowship, painting, live music and poetry. Seating is limited and tickets are required. Visit dhasmtx.com for more information and tickets.