February 7, 2009

•Join Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation at their Boerne thrift store, The Squirrel's Nest, for cat adoption day on Feb 7. Stop by 515 N. Main St, just a couple blocks north of the Main Plaza Park, anytime from 9am to 2pm. You may just find your kitty soulmate!

February 7, 2009

•Second Act Troupe Comedy Production: The Second Act Troupe returns to Blanco with an all comedy production Sat, Feb 7 at 7:30pm & Sun, Feb 8 at 2.30pm at the Learning Center Theatre in the School District Offices 814 11th St. Program includes one act comedy Admit One & excerpts from comic revue Hat Tricks (featuring Blanco actress Maggie Goodman). $12 tickets Blanco Chamber office 9am-1pm, Mon- Fri, Feb 2-6 or call 512-618-3355.

February 12, 2009

•High School Baseball Meeting: Attention all high school baseball parents, the annual parent-coach metting is here. Please meet in the high school cafeteria on Thursday, February 12 at 6:00pm.

February 12, 2009

•Blanco State Park - Toddler Time at the Park: A relaxed and inviting experience for parents and toddlers, ages 1-3, to enjoy nature together. Activities include walks, meeting plant and animal friends and hearing stories. Parents remain with children for entire class. Dress appropriately for outdoor activities; bring an easy way to carry your child (backpack, stroller, etc.), snack and drink. Check at Park Headquarters for directions to class location. Class is free with a daily entrance permit to the park; $4 for adults and children are free. 10-11:30am. Call 833-4333 for more info.

February 13-16, 2009

•Blanco State Park - Great Backyard Bird Count: Opportunity for citizens to become scientists by helping Audubon and Texas Parks and Wildlife track bird species. Every day of the GBBC there will be guided bird hikes at 8am, 10am and noon. Participants will have a chance to record their species sightings & have them entered into the Audubon database by park staff. On Feb 14, there will be classes on how to attract birds to your backyard, how to observe birds, and children's activities along with scheduled bird walks. All event activities are free with a daily entrance permit to the park; $4 for adults and children are free. Accessible for the mobility impaired 8 am-2pm. Call 833-4333 for more info.

February 14, 2009

•AARP Drivers Safety Program: Sat, Feb 14, 9am-5pm, CRRC 1917 FM 2673, Sattler. For licensed drivers who want to refresh/improve driving skills & qualify for multi-year auto insurance discount. Valid for 3 yrs. Confirm w/agent. Does not relieve traffic citations. AARP member $12, Non-member $14. CRRC requests a donation to defray operational expense. Info: 830-983-2324 or 2839.

February 17, 2009

•Hill Country CattleWomen Chapter will meet on Tues, Feb 17 at the Gillespie County Farm Bureau Bldg on Equestrian Dr in Fredericksburg. 10am social and sign-in, 10:30am meeting starts promptly. Lunch will follow meeting, cost is $15. Public and prospective members invited to attend. Program will be presented by an authority on"Predator Control", a subject of great interest to those farming and ranching in the Texas Hill Country. Reservations by Feb 10 to: Beverly Lacy 830-229-5604

February 21, 2009

•Mr. Miss Pageant, Blanco High School. 6:30 p.m., $5 admission. Complimentary desserts. Vote for your favorite couple–18 competing for title! Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation.

February 21, 2009

•AARP Drivers Safety Program: Sat, Feb 21, 8:30am-4:30pm Bulverde Senior Center, 30280 Cougar Bend. For those wishing to refresh/improve driving skills & qualify for multi-year auto insurance discount. Does not relieve traffic citations. All ages. Auto insurance discount, confirm w/agent. AARP members $12, non-members $14. Center requests a donation to defray expense. Information: 830-438-3111 or 2839.

February 24, 2009

•Pancake Supper. United Methodist Church, 5-7pm, donations accepted. Enjoy pancakes and sausage prepared by members of the Blanco Lion’s Club and St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church. Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation.

February 28, 2009

•KVFD Annual Rabies Clinic sponsored by the Blanco Veterinary Clinic. Saturday, Feb 28 from 9am to 12pm at the Kendalia Fire House (Hwy 473 and Edge Falls Rd). Shots for dogs and cats available. Rabies-$8, Distemper-$17, Combo-$25. Help keep our community and animals safe by immunizing your pets!

March 11, 2009

•Book and Author Luncheon: The Friends of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Library invite you to attend the 4th Annual Book and Author Luncheon at 11am on March 11 at the Spring Hill Event Center at 2455 Celebration Dr on Hwy 281 N. The event will include fine dining with 6 notable authors presenting their latest books. San Antonio author Pam Morsi will be the mistress of ceremonies. Proceeds benefit Bulverde/Spring Branch Library. For reservation info: email dn184ems@gvtc.com or call 830-438-3364.

March 25, 2009

•Celebrity Dinner. More info to come. Wednesday, March 25. Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation.

April 4, 2009

•Blanco VFD Fish Fry Fundraiser: Saturday, April 4 from 4:30 to 7:00 at the firestation on 5th and Pecan.

April 18, 2009

•Fun Run. Saturday, April 18. More info to come. Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation.

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