November 13, 2008

•Safe Routes To School Community Meeting: Come hear the report and learn what we plan. Give us your input on sidewalks. Thursday, November 13 at 6:00pm in the Byars Building.

November 13, 2008

•Toddler Time at Blanco State Park: This program is a relaxed and inviting experience for parents and toddlers (ages 1-3) to enjoy nature together. Classes take place every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Activities will include walks, meeting plant and animal friends and hearing stories. Parents will remain with children for entire class and should dress themselves and their child for outside activities. The only cost is the entry fee into the park, $4.00 for every person over 13 years of age. Class begins at 10:00am. For more information please call (830) 833-4333.

November 14, 2008

•CTMC Hospice Care will be hosting a Rummage Sale on Fri, Nov 14 from 9am - 3pm at 1315 IH35 N in San Marcos. Items to be sold include motorized hospital bed, household items, clothes, toys & misc items. For more info, please contact 512-754-6159.

November 15, 2008

•Blanco Senior Fundraiser: Nov. 15 from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Gem of the Hills Community Center. Space available, $20 per space, tables furnished. Call 830-833-2713 for info or to reserve a space.

November 16, 2008

•Bring a Friend Sunday: November 16 at the Blanco Church of Christ. Bible Class at 10:00am, Worship Service at 10:45am. Come hear the story of The Three Crosses. You are invited to stay after the morning service and be our guest at our fellowship meal.

November 18, 2008

•Outdoor Preschool at Blanco State Park: This program will provide space for children to explore, hear stories of nature and learn about plants and animals. It is appropriate for children ages 3-5 and their parents or caregivers (no more than two children per adult please). Children and adults should wear clothes for being outside and closed toe shoes. Classes will take place every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. The only cost is the entry fee into the park, $4.00 for every person over 13 years of age. Class begins at 9:30am. For more information please call (830) 833-4333.

November 20, 2008

•Tejas Art Club is having a business meeting on Thursday, November 20 at the Blanco Public Library at 6:00pm. Omce Depew will give a demonstration on her various talents. We welcome the public. For further info, call Olga Ibarra at 833-1966.

November 28, 2008

•Blanco Lavender Lights: Traditional Courthouse Lighting and Open House Around the Square from 5 to 9pm day after Thanksgiving. Merchants stay open late and serve refreshments throughout the evening. Shoppers will be encouraged to participate in a “ visit all the shops” program and in exchange will receive a free gift from the Chamber and will qualify for other drawings. If you’d like to volunteer for the event, contact the Chamber at 833-5101.

December 4 and 5, 2008

•AARP Drivers Safety Program: December 4 & 5 from 12:30- 4:30pm. Location - CRRC, 1917 FM 2673, Sattler. Refresh your knowledge of current laws and driving skills. Auto insurance discount, confirm with agent. Does not relieve traffic citations. All ages welcome. Cost is $10 plus $2 donation to CRRC. Information/registration: 830-964-2324.

December 6, 2008

•Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Inc. has started an exciting new home rehabilitation volunteer program! You Can Save Wild Lives ...at Home! You can help care for orphaned wildlife babies by taking a few into your own home for approximately 5 to 6 weeks in the spring and summer. Opportunities are available to help care for squirrels, opossums, or birds. WRR staff will give you the training and specialized supplies you need to provide this valuable service. WRR will be hosting a Home Rehabilitation Information Session at the Thousand Oaks Branch of the Public Library on December 6th. Those interested can join WRR at 12:30pm to learn how they might become involved with this program. For more information, contact Krystal Mathis by phone at 830-336-2725, x303 or by email at krystalm@wildilfe-rescue.org.

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