Barton Hills Garden Club

 

Barton Hills Garden Club has been an existence since 1960. This will be its 65th year. The organization’s goal is to provide a friendly and social forum among its members and to promote the advancement of gardening and the encouragement of civic beautification.

Monthly meetings are the fourth Tuesday September through May at 9:15 AM and are held at Zilker Botanical Gardens in the auditorium. Membership dues are currently $35 annually. All members will receive a directory, a brochure, and a garden club card.

If you are interested in joining, please mail your check to:

Consuelo Davidson • 11563 Shelleys Run • Montgomery, TX  77316

For further information contact: Debby McCray Shaw  512-496-2094

 

BHNA General Meeting, Tuesday Jan. 27

The next Barton Hills Neighborhood Association meeting is Tuesday evening, Jan. 27, in the Parish Hall at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Social hour with snacks begins at 6:00 PM and the meeting itself will start at 7:00. Please join us if you can!

Winter General Membership Meeting
Tues, Jan 27, 2026
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Fellowship Hall
2128 Barton Hills Drive

6 PM Social Hour & Snacks

7 PM Introductions & Announcements

  • Chief Davis
  • PTA Members
  • Firewise informational meeting, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church ?
  • Call for volunteers for the July 4th parade

7:10 Approval of Oct. 27, 2025, meeting minutes

7:15 Treasurer’s Report

7:20 Six-Month Follow-up with APD Chief Davis on the Zilker Shooting

  • Update by Chief Davis
  • Q&A

8:20 Committee Reports

  • Firewise Committee –Robin McKeever
  • Austin Neighborhood Committee (ANC) Update – Worthy LaFollette
  • Other Committees
 

Winter 2025 BHNA Newsletter now online

Barton Hills News – Winter 2025 is out!

This issue celebrates the strength and spirit of our neighborhood, with stories that highlight community connections, volunteerism, and what’s ahead for Barton Hills.

Inside, you’ll find reflections from outgoing BHNA President Pat Whiteside, an introduction to incoming 2026 officers, and details on upcoming BHNA meetings and events. The newsletter spotlights a nationally recognized “Pollinators’ Paradise” garden tour hosted by Barton Hills residents, along with practical winter gardening tips tailored to Austin’s La Niña conditions.

Readers will also learn about recent and ongoing improvements to the Homedale and Spyglass trails, important emergency-preparedness updates (including wildfire evacuation planning), and how to get involved with Neighborhood Watch. The issue includes coverage of AISD discussions affecting local schools, previews of upcoming arts and choir activities, and a call for volunteers and sponsors for the beloved Fourth of July parade.

Rounding out the issue are timely updates on South Lamar construction impacts, local history and character (including a fun armadillo feature), and ways neighbors can stay informed, connected, and engaged. Check it out now!

 
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