Sat, February 4 (hide details)
10-11 a.m.
Cowboy Fellowship Church
 
This is Just and Exercise! Atascosa County Emergency Management is having a disaster exercise at Cowboy Fellowship Church on Feb. 4, 2012 . We are in need of people to walk through the exercise and pretend to receive antibiotics. We will need participants to arrive at 10:00am and walk through the exercise till 11:00am. The scenario for this exercise: A terrorist has released Anthrax at the San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo over a three day period. The CDC and State Health Departments have contacted the surrounding counties and asked them to open their POD sites for dispensing antibiotics for Anthrax exposure. Your help would be greatly appreciated. This is Just and Exercise! If you have any question please contact me. Bill Agnew (Atascosa County Emergency Management) 830-769-9348
 
For more information call 830-769-9348.
Contact Person: Bill Agnew, Atascosa County Emergency Management
 

 
Sat, February 4 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Author, horticulturist and garden designer Joan Calder will lead this exploration of the plants and design elements that make a garden attractive to butterflies. Topics will include analyzing what you have, elements of good design, plants that attract butterflies and how to create a lovely garden space for enjoying your time with butterflies. Calder manages the Greenhouse for Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology at the University of California at Santa Barbara and teaches garden design at Santa Barbara City College. She has cultivated a sizeable milkweed patch in her garden for monarch butterflies. Online registration required at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 4 (hide details)
10:30 a.m.
First Christian Church, 201 Harriman Place
 
Shoresh David Messianic Congregation presents "From Hate to Love," about a former PLO terrorist who now loves Israel. Walid Shoebat is a Palestinian by birth (born in Bethlehem, raised in Jericho in Bethlehem), who lived a life of violence and rioting in Bethlehem and the Temple Mount. In 1978, Walid was sent with a bomb on a mission to kill Jews. Today, he is speaking out in their defense. HEar the truth behind the propaganda from a man who lived it -- the incredible journey of Walid Shoebat from terroist to Zionist. Shoebat is now a dedicated Christian, who bases his decisions and actions on Biblical truths. All are welcome to hear his story. There is no cost, but guests are welcomed to give a free will offering.
 
For more information call 210-999-4447 or .
Contact Person: Rabbi Stuart Fabricant
 

 
Sat, February 4 (hide details)
8am to 1pm
13311 San Pedro, Hwy 281 at Bitters Rd
 
Good Will Industries and the San Antonio Food Bank will be the recipients of the annual "Good Turn" project of the Boy Scouts of America. Local Scouts will be collecting clothing, household goods, and food on Saturday, Feb.4th. Flyers were distributed to neighborhoods in San Antonio and surrounding communities the week before. Donations will be picked up that are left on porches and curbside on that date. Items will then be delivered to Goodwill sites for distribution. Youth members of the Alamo Area BSA have been doing the project continuously for over 60 years.
 
For more information call 210-341-8611 or .
Contact Person: Angel Martinez
 

 
Sat, February 4 (hide details)
11:00 am to 1:00pm
Cooper's Garden Place
 
Paul Johnson is the Texas Forest Service Regional Urban Forester for Texas Agri-Life Service. He has been with them for 5 years and will be the guest speaker for our "Pruning Seminar. This seminar will cover trees, shrubs and perennials. Saturday February 4th from 11:00am to a:00 pm. Refreshments will be served.
 
For more information call 830-393-8847 or .
Contact Person: Stewart or Karen Cooper
 

 
Tue, February 7 (hide details)
7:00 p.m.
GVEC Community Room, 13849 US Hwy 87 West
 
The public is invited to attend the regular monthly meeting of the LVHA where "Show & Tell" is a regular part of each meeting - highlighting YOUR items of local historical interest! For more info visit www.LaVerniaHistory.com or find us on Facebook! Light refreshments will be served.
 
For more information call 830-947-3194 or .
Contact Person: Elaine Stephens
 

 
Tue, February 7 (hide details)
630pm
first national bank
 
monthly planning meeting
 
For more information call 210-287-1571 or .
Contact Person: teresa beasley
 

 
Wed, February 8 (hide details)
8:30 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Volunteers are needed to become Trail Guides for the Cibolo Nature Center’s Outdoor Classroom program. Volunteers will help lead children in fun, educational activities this spring that will teach them about nature and conserving natural resources. No formal teaching experience is necessary, simply an appreciation for nature and children. The curriculum is easy to learn and use. Breakfast will be provided at this informational meeting. Free; visit Cibolo.org/calendar to register.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Thu, February 9 (hide details)
7:30 PM
Chapman Auditorium at Trinity University
 
Taner Edis, professor of physics at Truman State University of Kirksville, Missouri will deliver a speech titled, “Creation vs. Evolution: the Muslim Debate.”
 
For more information call 210-999-8441.
Contact Person: Mary Anthony
 

 
Thu, February 9 (hide details)
630pm
first national bank
 
relay for life team capt meeting, reg a team or turn in money
 
For more information call 210-287-1571 or .
Contact Person: teresa beasley
 

 
Thu, February 9 (hide details)
9:00AM
Frank Tejeda Veterans Home, 200 Veterans Dr Floresville
 
Dr Heather-Greener PhD, Military Sexual Trauma Specialist will conduct an informational briefing On "The Demographic Changes occurring regarding women veterans" All womens veterans and active duty are encouraged to attend.
 
For more information call 830-216-9456 or .
Contact Person: Wilson County Veterans Service Officers
 

 
Sat, February 11 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Texas Parks and Wildlife biologist and land-management specialist Rufus Stephens will explore the behavior and habitat preferences of numerous bird species as well as management techniques that attract more birds. Attracting Birds Part 2, on feeders, food, water features and plants, is set for March 17. $25 each part, $20 for CNC members. Registration is required online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 11 (hide details)
11 A.M.
334 Rheingold School Road 470 Cave Creek Road, off FM 1631 from Fredericksburg
 
Rheingold and Cave Creek Historic Schools Open House Docents available
 
For more information call 830-997-5116 or .
Contact Person: Jeanette Beckmann
 

 
Sat, February 11 (hide details)
8:00PM- 1:00AM
Floresville Event Center
 
Come Celebrate Valentines Day at the Floresville Event Center. La tejanita y siempre tejano... Sunny Ozuna, Joe Bravo, and Freddy Martinez. presale $150.00 a table of 10 or tickets can be purchased individually for $15.00. For more information please call Monica at 830-393-3105 x7002 or 830-391-4736
 
For more information call 830-393-3105 or .
Contact Person: Monica or Margaret
 

 
Mon, February 13 (hide details)
10am to 1pm
American Legion hall
 
Labatt Club is having their annual fundraiser bake,craft and silent auction to help with the community service projects the ladies do during the year.
 
For more information call 830-393-7545 or .
Contact Person: Sandra Migl
 

 
Tue, February 14 (hide details)
6:30 pmThr
The Marion Library,500 Bulldog Lane, Tx,78124
 
The February speaker at the montly meeting will be Michael Warrnier, Invertebrate Biologist of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will talk about Bumblebees of the South Central United States.
 
For more information call 830-303-4712.
Contact Person: Treva Hicks
 

 
Tue, February 14 (hide details)
6-8 p.m.
109 N. River St.
 
Visit our Gallery for free champagne by candlelight surrounded by the beautiful creations of local artists. Also surprise your sweetheart with something from the Gift Shop where everyday prices start as low as $5.
 
For more information call 830-401-4231 or .
Contact Person: Alicia Helton
 

 
Thu, February 16 (hide details)
09:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Silver Center
 
First meeting of the Southeast Texas Quilters Guild will be February 16, 9:30 am-2:30 pm at the Seguin Silver Center, Seguin, Texas. This is a new Quilting Guild for the La Vernia, Sutherland Springs, Stockdale Texas area Quilters. The Guild will have a maximum of 25 members. The Guild is being established as an avenue for all Quilters to come together to share talents, learn different techniques, assist beginner quilters in their quilting journey and provide challenges to all levels of Quilters through programs and projects. Dues will be $10.00 per year. Cost of the meeting room is $5.00 per person. For an additional $2.00 lunch is included. For more information call 830-779-2160 or send an email to fredericsneice@gmail.com.
 
For more information call 830-779-2160 or .
Contact Person: Nanette Chopin-Cook
 

 
Thu, February 16 (hide details)
7:00 pm
210 E. LIve Oak
 
Mr. Paul Cox, botanist and former supervisor of the Botanical Gardens (San Antonio) will present a program about the poisonous nature of some of our landscape plants.
 
For more information call 830-303-3889.
Contact Person: Extension Staff
 

 
Thu, February 16 (hide details)
7 p.m.
Hermann Sons Lodge, Hwy. 775
 
LV Shoestring Stage Productions is holding auditions Thursday, Feb. 16, and Saturday, Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. for "Maggie Mae's Blue Plate Special" a melodrama.
 
For more information call 830-947-3194 or .
Contact Person: Pascalle
 

 
Thu, February 16 (hide details)
630pm
GVEC
 
relay for life team capt meeting, you can reg a team or turn in money
 
For more information call 210-287-1571 or .
Contact Person: teresa beasley
 

 
Fri-Sat, February 17-18 (hide details)
630pm to 630am
old floresville gym
 
floresville isd leo's club dance a thon to benefit relay for life of wilson county
 
For more information call 210-854-2395 or .
Contact Person: angie fletcher
 

 
Fri-Sun, February 17-19 (hide details)
Fri 6pm-10pm; Sat and Sun 8am-5pm
LaVernia Fire Station, 12190 US Hwy 87 W
 
Wilson County Emergency Mgmt is sponsoring Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training. CERT is a program that prepares you to help yourself, your family and your neighbors in the event of a disaster. CERT registrants receive 20 hours of training to help safeguard, prepare for and respond to major emergencies and disasters in our community. This is a 2-1/2 day class. Friday 6pm-10pm; Sat and Sun 8am-5pm. To register, or for more information contact LeAnn Hosek, EMC @ 830-393-8351 or send an email to leannema@felpsis.net
 
For more information call 830-393-8351 or .
Contact Person: LeAnn Hosek, EMC
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
11am to 3pm
Floresville United Methodist Church Hall, 1205 B St.
 
The 2012 Fairview Reunion and Wilson County Historical Society will host a Celebration of Texas Rangers from Wilson County (mainly the Fairview area) on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 11am to 3pm in the Floresville United Methodist Church Hall (1205 B St.). Guest speaker will be Hank Whitman, Chief of the Texas Rangers. Participants are asked to take sandwiches, chips & dips or dessert to share for the noon meal. Tables are available to display Fairview history.
 
For more information call 830-393-6852.
Contact Person: Sue Witten
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
8-10 a.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Boerne Birders to count birds on the CNC’s 100-acre nature preserve, which includes marsh, prairie, woodlands and Cibolo Creek. Birder Betty Dunn will lead the count. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the Audubon Society that engages bird watchers in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
John Kight, an engineer and owner of home rainwater-catchment and solar-energy systems, will offer the latest technological information and practical advice for using water- and energy-saving technology. Participants will hear a presentation in the CNC library then carpool to Kight’s home to see his systems in action. Kight’s rainwater-catchment system supplies all the water for his family’s household and landscape needs. His grid-connected solar energy panel is also tied to a battery backup and provides enough electricity for normal demand during fall, winter and spring. Advance registration required online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
6:30 p.m.
Chamber of Commerce Hall
 
Hosted by the Wilson County Republican Party. "Unite for a 2012 Victory - Take Back America" Guest Speaker: George Rodriguez, President SA-Tea Party. $25 donation entitles you to dinner, inspiring music, chances to bid on numerous and valuable items, opportunities to meet and speak to Elected Officials and Community Leaders.Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling Mary Bratten 210-287-1956. Hope to see you there!
 
For more information call 210-287-1956.
Contact Person: Mary Bratten
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
9 a.m.
Hermann Sons Lodge, Hwy. 775
 
LV Shoestring Stage Productions is holding auditions Thursday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. for "Maggie Mae's Blue Plate Special" a melodrama.
 
For more information call 830-947-3194 or .
Contact Person: Pascalle
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
7:00 PM
Oakwood Baptist Church
 
J. C. Bach: Symphony in E-flat major, Op. 21, No. 2; Copland: Appalachian Spring: Suite; Mozart: Clarinet Concerto in A major(Vanguel Tangarov, clarinet)
 
For more information call 830-372-8089 or .
Contact Person: Pat Schofield
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
7pm - 11pm
1410 Amelia Street. Corner of Amelia and Madrid Streets
 
A Mardi Gras themed dinner and dance with free beer, wine and margaritas. Door prizes, silent auction and a free photo booth to capture the fun. Bring your friends for a fun time. The event takes place at the Braden Keller Center at the corner of Amelia and Tickets are $50 each. Dinner catered by Acadian Cajun Cafe. All proceeds go toward the preservation of Moye Retreat Center, a ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence, in Castroville.
 
For more information call 830-931-2233 or .
Contact Person: Linda Follis
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
11:00am to 1:00pm
Cooper's Garden Place
 
All you want to know about roses. When to cut back, What is the best variety for you and how to care for them. Guest speaker will be Robbi Will with the Antique Rose Euporium. Saturday February 18th, 11:00 to 1:00.
 
For more information call 830-393-8847 or .
Contact Person: Stewart or Karen Cooper
 

 
Sat, February 18 (hide details)
6:30 p.m.
LV Chamber of Commerce Hall
 
Republican fundraiser; speaker-George Rodriguez, Pres, SA TEA Party;Dinner;live and silent auctions;tickets $25.00 donation
 
For more information call 830-393-5195 or .
Contact Person: Ruby Manen
 

 
Tue, February 21 (hide details)
6-8 p.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Keith Amelung, owner of Heirloom Tomatoes of Texas and Have Spade, Will Travel Landscape & Consulting, will present this workshop to look at every aspect of vegetable gardening, from the basics of site selection to soil preparation to selecting the best produce varieties and seed sources. Cultivation from seed to vegetable will be explored, including natural pest prevention and controls. There will be hands-on demonstrations working with different soil mixes and vegetables. Attendees will plant seeds to be nurtured for later transplanting in their own gardens. The workshop costs $20, $15 for CNC members. Register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 25 (hide details)
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Guadalupe Regional Medical Center's Central Entrance Lobby
 
This FREE health fair is open to the public and will provide many opportunities for free screenings, educational information, drawings, interaction with local physicians, healthy nutrition options and much more! Come celebrate Heart Month and our new Cath Lab by "checking-up" on your heart at GRMC's Healthy Heart Fair.
 
For more information call 830-401-7832.
Contact Person: Kelsey Stewart
 

 
Sat, February 25 (hide details)
8:45 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
The Balcones Satellite of the Invaders of Texas program, Hill Country Master Naturalist program and the Cibolo Nature Center will sponsor this Citizen Scientist invasive plants training session. Training includes classroom instruction and field work to learn to identify invasive plants and trees and report findings in the Texasinvasives.org database. Participants will be certified as Texas Invaders Citizen Scientists. Presenters include Alamo Area Master Naturalist Cheryl Hamilton and Judith and Lonnie Shockley of Texas Invasives. Program costs $20 and includes lunch. Register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, February 25 (hide details)
6-11 p.m.
Floresville Event Center, Hwy. 97
 
Sacred Heart School will hold its 7th annual Wine & Art Festival Saturday, February 25. Dinner will be served from 6:30-8 p.m. with a silent auction throughout the evening and a live auction beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50/person and can be purchased from Sacred Heart School or the Wilson County News. Corporate Sponsorships are available. Contact Kristen at 210-823-6062 for sponsorship information or tickets.
 
For more information call 210-823-6062 or .
Contact Person: Kristen Weaver
 

 
Tue, February 28 (hide details)
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Jack's Cafe 507 10th St.
 
A free talk with Q & A on how seniors can stay healthy and active. The guest speaker will be Dr. David Pak and lunch will be provided.
 
For more information call 210-831-1509 or .
Contact Person: Terry Hefner
 

 
Wed-Sat, Feb 29-Apr 28 (hide details)
Delivery 4-6 PM 2/29, Reception 3-5 PM, 3/4
Gallery at 109 N. River St.
 
This is a Call for Entries from anyone 18 years or older. Entry fee for members is $10 per painting, $15 per painting for non-members. All watercolors must be suitably framed with a wire across the back for hanging and must be delivered between 4 and 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29. The show opens with a reception for the public on Sunday, March 4, from 3 to 5 p.m.
 
For more information call 830-372-4479 or .
Contact Person: Roger Betschler
 

 
Fri, March 2 (hide details)
6-11 p.m.
Floresville Event Center
 
Join the chamber for a fun-filled evening with a rib-eye steak dinner, live music and dancing, a silent auction to benefit the chamber's scholarship fund, and, new this year, a Texas Hold'em Tournament! Tickets $50 each.
 
For more information call 830-393-0074 or .
Contact Person: Floresville Chamber of Commerce
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
TBA
Hike/Bike Trail
 
Women's Service Organization invites Individuals or organizations can help by sponsorship on a shirt or donations for raffle prizes. Friends & Co. will start registration in mid February.
 
For more information call 830-477-9700.
Contact Person: Gaylyn Penlerick
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Landowners and land managers can learn effective methods for managing cedar (Ashe juniper) for range improvement, forest ecology and wildlife conservation developed by the Texas Forest Service, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas Extension Service. Participants will carpool to a ranch in western Comal County to see three demonstration areas cleared for different purposes and gain hands-on experience with tools and equipment. $25; register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 930-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mission San José, 6701 San Jose Dr.
 
Get Outdoors, It’s Yours! Spend a day exploring the many outdoor possibilities for fun – hiking, biking, art, camping, hunting, bird-watching, reading, fishing. Over 60 organizations will involve the entire family in learning about outdoor activities and healthy living. The first 1000 kids will receive a book bag to fill with free nature guides, bug boxes, pencils and ledgers, craft projects, and much more. FREE
 
For more information call 210-227-1373 or .
Contact Person: Laura Waldrum
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
9am to 4pm
335 Alternative Lane
 
Alternative STARS program is having their annual Plant Sale Day at the Alternative School. There will be presenters and other booths,the Countyline Band will play. Come have a good time and help support the STARS program with Johnny Hewell.
 
For more information call 830-393-5762 or .
Contact Person: Johnny Hewell
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m
Elks Lidge1331 CH. Matthies Dr.
 
17 Annual Celebration of Walk and Youth Rally. Come join us refreshment and entertainment great raffle.
 
For more information call 830-372-5980 or .
Contact Person: Nancy or Leticia
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
early morning
SS Community Building Grounds
 
Compete for bragging rights @ the 4th Annual Sutherland Springs Community Assc. Chili Cook Off. Bring your best Chili, Beans, & or Salsa receipes and fixins!
 
For more information call 830-947-9046 or .
Contact Person: Donna Anderson
 

 
Sat, March 3 (hide details)
To Be Determined
Alternative School campus
 
The Wilson County Gardening Day is sponsored by SAWS, Wilson County News, and Milberger's Nursery to benefit Floresville Alternative School programs. There will be vendors as well as plant sales by the school. Refreshments and auction items. Live KLUP broadcast by Dr. Calvin Finch and Dr. Jerry Parsons.
 
For more information call 830-216-4519 or .
Contact Person: Elaine Kolodziej
 

 
Thu, March 8 (hide details)
7pm
Floresville Event Center
 
Singing Men of South Texas to Present Free Concert at 7pm March 8, 2012 The Singing Men of South Texas will present a free gospel music concert at the Floresville Event Center on March 8, 2012 at 7pm. All are invited to attend and enjoy the variety of gospel music. The Singing Men of South Texas is composed of Ministers of Music and church musicians from churches in South Texas from Georgetown to McAllen and Del Rio to Port Lavaca. Tommy Lyons has been director of the group since 1979. Six other such groups as this go together to form Singing Men of Texas, and are an arm of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Besides doing one concert per month in this area of the state, this group participates in music missions around the world. The group just completed a choir project to Bethlehem, Israel in December 2011 and is looking forward to a project to the Ukraine in September 2012. The Singing Men will lunch at Jack’s Cafe in Floresville before performing a mini concert at the Tejeda Veterans Home at 12:30pm. The event is being co-hosted by the First Baptist Church of La Vernia, First Baptist Church of Floresville, First Baptist Church of Pleasanton, and First Baptist Church of Kenedy. The choirs from these churches will join the Singing Men for two songs during the concert. The free concert will begin at 7pm at the Floresville Event Center, 600 Hwy 97W, just west of Floresville on Hwy 97. The Singing Men can be contacted via their website www.SingingMen.org.
 
For more information call 210-414-9473 or .
Contact Person: Devin Butts
 

 
Fri, March 9 (hide details)
6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden - 555 Funston
 
Families are invited to bring their flashlights and explore the San Antonio Botanical Garden at night. Visit www.sabot.org for event and activity information.
 
For more information call 210-207-3255.
Contact Person: San Antonio Botanical Garden
 

 
Sat, March 10 (hide details)
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department urban biologist Judit Green will focus on using native and adapted plants in this comprehensive landscaping program. She will offer design, installation and maintenance tips, and ideas about specific plants to include. She will discuss challenges associated with Hill Country gardening, especially dealing with deer in the garden. Participants will go home with a list of drought-tolerant plants that are attractive to humans, butterflies and birds. Many of these plants will be available at the April 7 Mostly Native Plant Sale at the Kendall County Fairgrounds. $25; register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, March 17 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Local birder and landowner Dick Park will demonstrate how he attracts nesting, migrating and wintering birds to his land on the Old Daley Ranch. Learn techniques that have resulted in 190 species of birds recorded on the ranch. Carpool to the ranch to see practical examples of habitat enhancement and recommended bird foods, feeder and water placement, brush piles and nest boxes. These techniques apply to properties of any size. $25; register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, March 17 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
John Kight, an engineer and owner of home rainwater-catchment and solar-energy systems, will offer the latest technological information and practical advice for using water- and energy-saving technology. Participants will hear a presentation in the CNC library then carpool to Kight’s home to see his systems in action. Kight’s rainwater-catchment system supplies all the water for his family’s household and landscape needs. His grid-connected solar energy panel is also tied to a battery backup and provides enough electricity for normal demand during fall, winter and spring. $35; register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat-Sun, March 17-18 (hide details)
Sat. 9 to 6, & Sun. 10 to 4
Event Center, Hwy 97 W
 
Displays will include home items such as air conditioning, security systems, decorating items, gardening,plants,water fountains and lots more.Saturday's time has been extended to 6 p.m. to accommodate workshops. Calvin Finch, radio personality and SAWS Conservation Director, will present a workship entitled GARDENING, FLORESVILLE STYLE at 3:15. He will be available at the Wilson County News' booth to answer questions after the workshop. Booths are $150 for both days. Indoor and outdoor spaces available. The Floresville Chamber of Commerce will be actively involved in putting on this event with all proceeds going to the Chamber. Vendors begin setting up Friday evening.
 
For more information call 210-861-7723 or .
Contact Person: Lori Roe or Diana Garza
 

 
Tue, March 20 (hide details)
7:30 PM
Laurie Auditorium at Trinity University
 
Legends of Texas Border Music Series. Eva Ybarra is a pioneering female conjunto accordionist.
 
For more information call 210-999-8441.
Contact Person: Mary Anthony
 

 
Tue, March 20 (hide details)
4 PM
Ruth Taylor Recital Hall of Trinity University
 
Juan Tejeda- guest scholar. "Xicanismo and Tejano/Conjunto Music: Local Music, Global Identity, and Vision"
 
For more information call 210-999-8441.
Contact Person: Mary Anthony
 

 
Thu, March 22 (hide details)
7:30 PM
Laurie Auditorium of Trinity University
 
As Florida governor, Jeb Bush focused on reforming education, cut taxes every year during his tenure, and saw Florida lead the nation in job growth. Bush put Florida on the forefront of consumer healthcare advances in 2006. He is now chairman of Foundation for Excellence in Education, a national foundation focused on education reform. The lecture is free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis; tickets or resrvations are not required.
 
For more information call 210-999-8441.
Contact Person: Mary Anthony
 

 
Fri, March 23 (hide details)
5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden - 555 Funston
 
Opening reception for the 2012 Art in the Garden exhibit. The reception is open to the public. Patrons of the arts and members of the San Antonio Botanical Society. For more information on artists and exhibit visit www.sabot.org
 
For more information call 210-207-3255.
Contact Person: San Antonio Botanical Garden
 

 
Sat, March 24 (hide details)
9 a.m.-noon
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Avid birders and Master Naturalists Tom and Patsy Inglet will share tools, tips and techniques to allow participants to start birding like the pros. From where and when to find birds to the clues that identify them, this workshop provides both background and field practice. Participants will also learn how to use a field guide and how to choose a good pair of binoculars. Attendees will be prepared to take part in the CNC’s Spring Bird Count on March 27, 29 and 31. $25, $20 for CNC members. Register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Sat, March 24 (hide details)
9 am registration
2215 FM 466, Posse arena
 
Guad Co. Sheriff's Posse Playday with goat tying/pulling, cloverleaf barrels, pole bending & straight barrels.
 
For more information call 830-303-5765 or .
Contact Person: Debbie Foster
 

 
Sat-Sun, March 24-25 (hide details)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden - 555 Funston
 
Share a beautiful day at the Garden with your four-legged friends! Visitors are invited to bring their dog (on a leash) to the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Large plastic pools of water will be located throughout the Garden for the animals to drink and “mutt mitts” will be provided for responsible dog-owners to help pick up after their pets.
 
For more information call 210-207-3255.
Contact Person: San Antonio Botanical Garden
 

 
Sat-Sat, Mar 24-Dec 15 (hide details)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden - 555 Funston
 
For more information on artists and exhibit visit www.sabot.org
 
For more information call 210-207-3255.
Contact Person: San Antonio Botanical Garden
 

 
Tue, March 27 (hide details)
6-8 p.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Between the drought and the deer, gardening in the Texas Hill Country can be tough. Presented by Keith Amelung, owner of Heirloom Tomatoes of Texas and Have Spade, Will Travel Landscape & Consulting, this workshop will help participants choose plant species that can withstand the challenges and explain how to establish them. It will also cover deer-resistant garden practices, natural methods of pest control and garden maintenance. $20, $15 for CNC members. Register online at Cibolo.org/calendar.
 
For more information call 830-249-4616 or .
Contact Person: Cindy Glass
 

 
Tue-Sat, March 27-31 (hide details)
8-10 a.m.
Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road
 
Join birding hosts Tom and Patsy Inglet and Jane Henry along with a friendly group of birders as they conduct a three-day scientific census of bird species on March 27, 29 and 31. Learn about the migrant and resident birds of the Texas Hill Country’s woodlands, prairies, marshes and cypress-lined Cibolo Creek. Participants will develop useful skills for conducting a bird census in their yards and neighborhoods. Free with registration; contact Jane at JHenry1040@satx.rr.com or 210-690-2267.
 
For more information call 210-690-2267 or .
Contact Person: Jane Henry
 

 
Thu, March 29 (hide details)
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Silver Center 510 E. Court St.
 
A free talk with Q & A to follow on the subject of how seniors can stay healthy and active. The guest speaker will be Dr. Jose Garza. Lunch will be served.
 
For more information call 210-831-1509 or .
Contact Person: Terry Hefner
 

 
Sat, March 31 (hide details)
TBA
River Bend Golf Course
 
The Wilson County News Newspaper In Education (NIE) Golf Tournament will begin in the morning. 4-man scramble, Prize holes, and more.
 
For more information call 830-216-4519 or .
Contact Person: Pam Smith/Al Kolodziej
 

 
Sun, April 1 (hide details)
4 PM
Jackson Auditorium, Texas Lutheran University
 
With Amanda Grooms, Soprano, and Young Artist Competition Winner in Piano. Mahler: "Adagietto" from Symphony No. 5; R. Strauss: Serenade in E-flat major; Ives: The Unanswered Question; R. Strauss: Four Last Songs
 
For more information call 830-372-8089 or .
Contact Person: Pat Schofield
 

 
Wed, April 4 (hide details)
7:30 p.m.
Laurie Auditorium of Trinity University
 
As mayor of NYC, Rudy Giuliani focused on reducing crime, reforming welfare, and improving the quality of life. On 9/11, Giuliani imediately began leading the recovery of the city as it faced its darkest hour. He was named "Person of the Year" by TIME magazine, knighted by the Queen of England, and dugged "Rudy the Rock" by French President Jacques Chirac. He was also presented with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Freedom Award by Nancy Reagan. The lecture is free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis; tickets or reservations are not required.
 
For more information call 210-999-8441.
Contact Person: Mary Anthony
 

 
Sun, April 8 (hide details)
All Day
USA
 
Celebrating Easter.
 

 
Sat, April 14 (hide details)
8 a.m.
Brackenridge Golf Course
 
ACTS Missions will host a golf tournament to benefit Teen ACTS Worldwide. The cost is $150 per player, with a barbecue lunch to follow play.
 
For more information call 210-342-1077.
Contact Person: Tom
 

 
Sat, April 14 (hide details)
5:00
pending
 
Music Festival in La Vernia. Details forthcoming.
 
For more information call 830-947-3194 or .
Contact Person: Terrie Leonard
 

 
Sat, April 21 (hide details)
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden - 555 Funston
 
A Garden Fiesta for the whole family will be celebrated at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Decorate your stroller or red wagon and wear your finest Fiesta attire to enjoy the spring beauty of the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Start the fun with a children’s parade and first-ever Fiesta Flower Court.
 
For more information call 210-207-3255.
Contact Person: San Antonio Botanical Garden
 

 
Sat, April 28 (hide details)
7:30-10:30 am
Sacred Heart Parish Pavilion/Church grounds, 1009 Trail St.
 
The 10th Annual Cowboy Breakfast benefitting the Wilson Area Housing Foundation is scheduled for Saturday, April 28, 2012 at the Sacred Heart Pavilion /Church grounds.
 
For more information call 830-216-4075.
Contact Person: Brenda Pawlik
 

 
Sat, April 28 (hide details)
9 am registration
2215 FM 466 Posse arena
 
Playday with goat tying/pulling, cloverleaf and straight barrels and pole bending
 
For more information call 830-303-5765 or .
Contact Person: Debbie Foster
 

 
Sat-Sun, April 28-29 (hide details)
10:00am - 5:00pm
Zilker Botanical Gardens Center; 2220 Barton Springs Road
 
This year we are proud to present the 41st Annual Orchid Show here in Austin, TX. Orchids are Mother Nature at her best, so come join us and check out all the beautiful orchids that will be on display. There will also be hundreds of blooming orchids for sale, as well as helpful information for growing these beautiful plants from the 8 vendors and society members. Need flowers for that special person in your life...orchids are becoming one of the most popular flowers in the U.S., so why not get and orchid this year for that special someone or special occasion. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. For a complete schedule of events, or for more information, please contact: Geoffrey Frost, 1011 Strickland Drive. Austin, TX 78748-4847 (Telephone (512) 413-3199; e-mail geoffreylfrost@yahoo.com) or visit our web-site: http://www.hotos.org/
 
For more information call 512-413-3199 or .
Contact Person: Geoffrey Frost
 

 
Sat-Sun, May 5-6 (hide details)
600pm - 600am
Poth High School
 
Event theme - Cinco de Mayo
 
For more information call 210-287-1571 or .
Contact Person: teresa beasley
 

 
Sun, May 6 (hide details)
4 PM
Civic and Convention Center
 
Mid-Texas Symphony with Community Music Academy Youth Choir. Bernstein: West Side Story Overture; Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy; Thomas: I Hear America Singing; Williams: The Cowboys Overture; Grofe: Grand Canyon Suite
 
For more information call 830-372-8089 or .
Contact Person: Pat Schofield
 

 
Fri-Sat, May 18-19 (hide details)
Fri 6pm-11pm, Sat 9am-12am
La Vernia City Park
 
The Bluebonnet Fest is one La Vernia and Wilson County’s most anticipated festival and live music events. Each year the La Vernia Lions Club sponsors the event starting with the Miss La Vernia Pageant and ending with the Festival held at the City Park. The newly crowned Miss La Vernia and her Court lead a parade, which includes floats from local and surrounding area businesses, youth organizations and clubs. The kids can enjoy a carnival, a free petting zoo and free pony rides. There will be arts & crafts vendors, all the festival foods you know you love and crave, a live auction, a raffle and maybe even a Wild West Show. Both days end with a dance under the stars featuring live music on Friday and Clint Taft and the Buck Wild Band on Saturday. Go to www.lavernialions.org/bluebonnetfest.html for more info.
 
For more information call 210-380-6572 or .
Contact Person: Steve Mays
 

 
Fri-Sat, May 18-19 (hide details)
Friday 3:00 - 6:00 registration, Saturday 11:00 - 4:00 meet and greet and 6:00 - 11:00 main event
El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel
 
Highlands High School class of 1967 45th reunion celebration. Please contact us for registration forms. All classes are invited as long as you register up front. We must give Tropicana a head count.
 
For more information call 830-947-3232 or .
Contact Person: Paula Breed Reno
 

 
Fri-Sat, May 18-19 (hide details)
webpage for details
El Tropicano
 
Attention Highlands High School class of 1967. We are all meeting at the El Tropicano hotel in downtown San Antonio on May 18-19 for cocktails, meet and greet, panoramic picture and banquet dinner. Event registration is $40 per person until Feb. 1, after Feb.1 the price will increase to $50 per person, so please purchase your tickets as soon as possible. For more details visit www.highlandsowls1967.org or contact Paula Breed Reno at renopaula@aol.com for more info.
 
For more information call 210-000-0000 or .
Contact Person: Paula Breed Reno
 

 
Sat, May 19 (hide details)
9 am registration
2215 FM 466, Posse arena
 
Playday with goat tying/pulling, straight and cloverleaf barrels and pole bending
 
For more information call 830-303-5765 or .
Contact Person: Debbie Foster
 

 
Sat, May 19 (hide details)
9am to midnight
intersecion of Hwy 39 and FM 1340
 
Hunt, TX is sponsoring its centennial celebration on May 19-20, 2012 in downtown Hunt, TX, corner of State Hwy 39 and FM 1340, 6 miles west of Kerrvile, TX. Events include a parade eginning at 9am, followed by the opening ceremony and peageant presented by the Hunt School. Events during the day include music, fiddling contet, demonstrations and story telling highlightin history and activities in this ranching/camping community on the edge of Indian lands. The free event will have food available for purchase and there is a country western dance at the historic Crider's Dance Hall.
 
For more information call 830-238-3010 or .
Contact Person: Sandra Killian
 

 
Sat, June 16 (hide details)
9 am registration
2215 FM 466, Posse arena
 
Playday with goat tying/pulling, straight and cloverleaf barrels and pole bending.
 
For more information call 830-303-5765 or .
Contact Person: Debbie Foster
 

 
Sat, October 20 (hide details)
8 a.m. start
River Bend Golf Course
 
4-man scramble golf tournament to support Sacred Heart Catholic School in Floresville.
 
For more information call 210-355-8912 or .
Contact Person: Richard Lewis