April 1 and 8

•New Hope Lutheran invites you to come share in the peace of this season of reflection, Lent, every Wed evening through April 8 from 6:30 to 7:00pm. Sanctuary will be open for you to pray, meditate, or to just "be". You may come and go as you choose. At 7:00pm, you are invited to a brief worship service of Holy Communion. Feel free to "come-as-you-are", and invite your friends and neighbors. Everyone is always welcome at New Hope! Services conducted in the All-Faiths Chapel Building, located at the corner of 9th and Elm St. in Blanco.

April 2 , 2009

•Lenten Lunch: Thursdays at 11:30am during Lent. Devotions begin at Noon and light lunches are provided by the host church. Freewill offerings received are used by the Blanco Ministerial Fellowship and their support of persons in need. Hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church.

April 3-5, 2009

•Rummage Sale, St. Ferdinand's Church: 3 Days--Fri & Sat, 8:30am-4:30pm, & Sun, 8:30am-1:00pm. Household items, small appliances, toys, tools, knick-knacks, & more. 833-0531

April 4, 2009

•Kinky Friedman, humorist, singer, songwriter, novelist and politician, will appear at the Old Blanco County Courthouse at 1pm to read from his latest book, take questions from the audience, and sign books. Tickets are available at the Blanco Library and can be obtained at the door for a $10 donation. Proceeds will benefit Friends of the Blanco Library and the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch.

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 4, 2009

•St. Paul Lutheran Church of Bulverde - Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 from 9:00am to noon. Games, prizes, food, Easter Bunny, and more. Free admission. Rain or shine.

April 4, 2009

•Cat Adoption Day, hosted by Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation: At the Squirrel's Nest thrift store (515 N. Main, Boerne) on Saturday, April 4, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Stop by, visit with our cats, and see if your next family member is among those who need a home. For more info, contact Krystal at krystalm@wildlife-rescue.org or 830-336-2725, ext. 303.

April 5, 2009

•Softball Challenge: JC Lion’s Club vs. JC Women’s Civic Club on Sun, April 5 starting at 12:30pm at Johnson City Park. Everyone is invited to enjoy the event! Food, Fun and Games. Hot dog baskets for sale or bring a picnic basket. For more info, contact LeAndy Pletcher 512-775-9497. Proceeds benefit Johnson City Community Education Foundation, providing JCISD graduates with scholarships for college and technical school opportunities

April 5, 2009

•The Sons of Hermann Lodge #138 meeting: Sunday, April 5th at 2:30pm at the Twin Sisters School House in Twin Sisters. All members are encouraged to attend.

April 8, 2009

•Good Samaritan Center: Quarterly business meeting at 10:00am. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

April 18, 2009

•Blanco River 5K Fun Run: Meet at old Blanco courthouse, 8:30 a.m. More info at www.blancograds.com/funrun. Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation.

April 19, 2009

•KAPS Dragon 5K: Sun, April 19 at 8am; Katherine Anne Porter School. Family-friendly run/walk. Friendly pets on leashes welcome. Check-in begins at 7:30am; run begins at 8am. Your $20 pre-registration includes race, refreshments, T-shirt, and awards from Wimberley Glassworks. Scenic run route winds through the streets of Wimberley, beginning at our campus at 515 FM2325 & along Green Acres Road to the Blanco River with a similar return route. Visit www.kapschool.org or call 512-847-6867 to pre-register.

May 3, 2009

•Bass Tournament: Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation. More info to come.

May 9, 2009

•Llano Starving Artist Sale, Saturday, May 9. Juried. Free to exhibit or attend. Call: (325) 247-3770

May 16, 2009

•Golf Tournament: Proceeds benefit 2009 Project Graduation. More info to come.