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Trumpeter AlisonBalsam is the featured artist, the 2013Gramo-
phone Award winner performing pieces by JohannHummel and
Maurice Ravel. She has cemented an international reputation
as one of classical music’s great ambassadors and is ranked
among the most distinctive and ground-breaking musicians on
the international circuit.
Our evening begins at the Domain where you may dine on your
own at a restaurant of your choice. You will have a short walk to
restaurants such as North, Jasper’s, McCormick & Schmick’s,
Flemings, and Blackfinn. After a leisurely meal, we will go to
the Long Center in time for the always informative pre-concert
talk with Bob Buckalew.
Ticket cost includes transportation and concert.
Volunteer Trip Leader: Valerie Weis
George Bush Library – Dallas - NEW!
Lunch on Your Own
Wednesday, January 14, $38 pp
Depart SCPL 7:45 a.m.; Return 5:45 p.m.
Today’s history lesson is about the 43rd
President andMrs. Bush. Explore the interac-
tive galleries, sit in the Oval Office, enjoy the
gardens, scope out the jewels, shop themuseum
store and stroll through the 15-acre park with
native Texas grasses. The 14,000 square foot museum tells U.S.
history during an extraordinary time and includes exhibits on
education reform, the war on terror, financial crisis and decision
making. FreedomHall encases a 360-degree video wall provid-
ing visitor information. Lunch is on your own at Café 43 with
full service dining or the Courtyard Café for coffee and a snack.
Note: To enter the library, youmust pass through a secu-
rity checkwith ametal detector. All bags will be x-rayed
and searched.
On the way to Dallas, we will stop at Slovacek’s in West for
snacks and coffee; on the way home, we will make a stop inWaco.
Ticket cost includes transportation and library admission.
Volunteer Trip Leader: Ellen Mire
Mamma Mia! – Bass Concert Hall – Austin -
NEW!
Dinner on Your Own
Tuesday, January 20, $85 pp
Depart SCPL 4:30 p.m.; Return 11:45 p.m.
A mother, a daughter, three pos-
sible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never
forget! People all around the world have fallen
in love with the characters, the story and the
music that makes Mamma Mia the ultimate
feel-good show.
This funny tale of family and friendship unfolds on a tiny Greek
island. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover
the identity of her father brings threemen fromhermother’s past
back to the island they last visited twenty years ago. Old loves,
new beginnings, and the storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless
songs will propel you into the heart of this enchanting tale. Em-
brace your inner disco diva and sing along on this ABBA-solutely
fabulous evening!
Before the showwe will stop at The Arboretum for dinner on your
own. Choose from an eclectic array of eateries featuring quick
bites to chef delights –Cheesecake Factory, Brio TuscanGrill, The
Drunk Fish, Estancia Brazilian Steak, Zoe’s Kitchen, andmore.
Ticket cost includes transportation and orchestra seats.
Volunteer Trip Leader: Jerilee Prather
Esther’s Follies - Austin - NEW!
Dinner - Pappadeaux Seafood Restaurant
Thursday, January 22, $72 pp
Depart SCPL 4:30 p.m.; Return 10:30 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious dinner
and a hilarious show. Dinner begins with Pap-
padeaux’ famous salad. Entrée options (to be
selected when you purchase tickets): Ginger
Salmon, a char-grilled fillet; Pan Grilled Tila-
pia, toppedwith toasted hazelnuts; SeafoodMixedGrill with dirty
rice; ORRosemary Chicken. Dessert choices: VanillaCheesecake
with fresh strawberries OR Chocolate Cake. A cash bar will be
available; coffee, tea, gratuity and tax are included.
After dinner, we will go to Esther’s Follies in downtown Austin
for non-stop laughter. This show is a good mix of skits related
to timely current events, magic to amaze you, great music and
incredible costumes – all with a Texas-sized sense of humor. The
material is always fresh and funny. Esther’s has been the ‘talk
of the town’ for years. If laughter is good for the soul, this show
will add years to your life!
Ticket cost includes transportation, dinner and show.
Volunteer Trip Leader: Flo Zydowicz
Marvel Universe Live! – Alamodome -
San Antonio - NEW!
Dinner on Your Own
Sunday, January 25, $72 pp
Depart SCPL 10:30 a.m.; Return 7:30 p.m.
An electrifying battle between
good and evil is about to begin! State-of-the-art
special effects, pyrotechnics, aerial stunts and
the combined attributes of Super Heroes and
Arch Villains take you into a world like never
before – the world of Marvel Universe Live!
More than 25Marvel characters perform in this epic quest for the
Cosmic Cube, the source of ultimate power and a most coveted
treasure in the Marvel Universe. To prevent The Cube from
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Tickets for outings listed for the first time will be available
Monday, November 3, at 8 a.m.
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