Wilson County News - calendar of upcoming events, area activities, community and social events

Wed, March 10 (hide details)
Registration 8:30 Ride out at 9:00
809 East 5th Street, Sutherland Springs, 78161

Trail Ride & BBQ Plate $25. Non riders can purchase a BBQ Plate for $8. RideAThon - get sponsors for your ride time or miles. All proceeds benefit Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc. for more information see our web site: www.osbornestablesequinerscue.org

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Thu, March 11 (hide details)
7:00 PM
Stockdale High School Auditorium

<mnE Ps dnt bleev der is a gNR8N d/c b/t em n thr teen> Do you speak teen? Many parents don't believe there is a generation disconnect between them and their teen. Brought to you by the Office of Safe and Drug-Free School and Communities from Education Service Center, Region 20-The 411 on Internet Safety was developed to provide all campus staff and parents information on the hottest topics and realistic trends facing children, tweens and teens today. This session provides an overview on how tweens communicate via social networking sites, both positively and negatively. The current trend/misuse of text messages and the implications/issues about "sexting" is addressed. This session is highly interactive and contains relevant videos with real-life scenarios. Sensitive material is addressed as the content is realistic in nature. Adult audiences are recommended and not designed for student assemblies.

For more information call 830-996-3551 or .
Contact Person: Roxanne Seidel

Thu, March 11 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Sausage Fest (San Antonio)

Thu, March 11 (hide details)
11AM - 7PM
Polish American Center

Satisfy your hunger at the Polish American Center's "All You Can Eat" Sausage Fest. Only $7.00 per plate continuously served from 11AM-7PM. Fresh Kiolbassa sausage, homemade sauerkraut, creamed new potatoes, green beans, coffee/tea. DJ/Karaoke from 4PM-8PM. Polish American Center, 2611 Mission Rd. 922-6277. To pre-order plates call Al Jendzrey @210-633-0286.

For more information call 210-287-1413 or .
Contact Person: Carol Cornelison

Drive-In Movie Night (Sutherland Springs)

Fri, March 12 (hide details)
7:30
First Baptist Church

Drive-In Movie Youth Fundraiser Bring the family back in time and enjoy a double feature movie: Down & Derby and Return of the Titans. Movie is free, however donations will be accepted to send a kid to camp. Concessions will be for sale also

For more information call 830-947-3333 or .
Contact Person: Sherri Pomeroy

Fri-Sat, March 12-13 (hide details)
all day event
Nixon Smiley Show Barn Hwy 87 @ city limits on right.

Annual Nixon-Smiley Livestock Show & Sales will be held Mar 12th & 13th. This year there are a total of 138 entries. Come out and support our youth in agriculture Fri Mar 12th starting @ 7pm and Sat Mar 13th starting @ 9am.

For more information call 830-534-6682.
Contact Person: Harold Rice

Fri-Sat, March 12-13 (hide details)
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Fayette County Fairgrounds

The �Best Little Cowboy Gathering in Texas� returns to La Grange Friday and Saturday, March 12-13, to the Fayette County Fairgrounds. The event will include a sanctioned barbecue cook-off, horse clinics, a domino tournament, arts and crafts, chuck wagons, dancing, loads of children�s activities, and plenty of musical entertainment. Cowboy re-enactment �shootouts� will be held throughout the day Saturday. Musical performers include Jett Williams, Darrell McCall, the �Quebe Sisters Band,� Ken Brothers, and more. La Grange is located east of San Antonio and north of Schulenburg off I-10. For more information, e-mail bestlittlecowboygathering@hotmail.com or call Rural Texas Tourism at 979-561-6667.

For more information call 979-561-6667 or .
Contact Person: Rural Texas Tourism

Fri-Sat, March 12-13 (hide details)
All Day
Nixon-Smiley Showbarn

Order of this year's sale: Steers, Hogs, Lambs, Goats, Rabbits, Turkeys, Broilers, Ag. Mechanics, Crafts, Cakes.

For more information call 830-534-6682.
Contact Person: Board President Harold Rice

Fri-Sun, March 12-14 (hide details)
Fri & Sat 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Historic Market Square

Additional to annual Luminaria: Arts Night. Perfect place to party,hardy. Food, dancing, Salsa Dance Contest. Carnival rides and games. Fun for families and tourist. Come shop, eat, dance, and to just make merry.

For more information call 210-286-7432 or .
Contact Person: Yvette Ramirez

Sat, March 13 (hide details)
10 AM - 4 PM
Pet Supplies "Plus" 1248 Austin Hwy (by Spectrum Club) Alamo Heights, TX 210-824-4111

A Big Adoption Fair. Alamo Area Partners for Animal Welfare offering hundreds of pets for adoption. Food and fun too.

For more information call 210-226-7461 or .
Contact Person: Cathy McCoy, AAPAW Communications or Deanna Lee, President AAPAW

Sat, March 13 (hide details)
10 am
Zager Chiropractic 2840 Business Loop 181 N, suite 140

Class goes over basic wellness program components and easy tips for a healthier lifestyle.

For more information call 830-393-6554 or .
Contact Person: Dr. JoNelle Zager, DC

Sat, March 13 (hide details)
8 AM to 4 PM
School Admin Office Bldg 10th St

Rummage Sale Bargains and $5.00 raffle tickets for the chance to win a new WEBER gas Bar-B-Q grill valued at $300!!! Winner not required to be present and tickets can be purchase before the March 13th. Everyone come out and shop for great treasures at this fun event. All proceeds will support our Senior JROTC Cadet Scholarship.

For more information call 210-315-1250 or .
Contact Person: Irene Perez

Sat, March 13 (hide details)
8 PM - MIDNIGHT
Geronimo VFW Post 8456

The Texas Weather Band will be playing great old-time country music at the Geronimo VFW Hall, Saturday night, March 13, from 8 pm till midnight; door opens at 6:30 pm, at 6808 N Highway 123 (5 N of Seguin), Geronimo, TX. Hall is smokefree and open to everyone. $7 donation. Proceeds benefit our veterans & military programs. Reservations/Info call 830-379-1971/303-9903

For more information call 830-303-9903 or .
Contact Person: Barbara Owen

Sat, March 13 (hide details)
8 - 10 p.m.
4th @ 14th Streets

Henry Zimmerman & The Classic Country Band, will perform classic country tunes for dancing & great listening. Proceeds to benifit the renovation project for the SS Community Building. 1st Baptist Church Youth Group will be selling soft drinks.

For more information call 830-947-3891.
Contact Person: T. Read

Sat-Sun, March 13-14 (hide details)
Saturday 9-3 Practice Sunday Race Starts at 8:00 A.M.
Cycle Ranch Motorcross Park

Quad Race at Cycle Ranch March 13-14.

For more information call 281-642-6293 or .
Contact Person: Charles Gengo

Mon, March 15 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Spring Break Horse Week (Sutherland Springs)

Mon-Fri, March 15-19 (hide details)
9:00 to 4:00
Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc. 5056 Highway 87 West, Sutherland Springs, 78161

Learn about safety around horses, basic riding, care and needs of horses. Have fun while learning and meeting new friends for Spring Break.

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Mon-Sat, March 15-20 (hide details)
10 am - 2 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston, San Antonio, TX 78209

Join the fun at the San Antonio Botanical Garden! March 15-20, there will be fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. For kids: Discovery Wagon activities from 10 am- 2pm M-F, plus a different children�s program each morning starting at 10 am, M-F. Pre-register with Sasha Kodet at (210) 207-3270 or sasha.kodet@sanantonio.gov. For the family: Garden and Nature Walks every morning, M-Sa and a Spring Plant Sale from 9 am- 12 pm M-F. Also, a new family activity will debut: Great Spring Break Garden Adventure & Family Adventure Night. This activity is an interactive, online family adventure that will culminate in a final meeting on March 19. $35 per family. Pre-register with Sasha Kodet at (210) 207-3270 or sasha.kodet@sanantonio.gov.

For more information call 210-207-3270 or .
Contact Person: Sasha Kodet

Tue, March 16 (hide details)
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jack's Cafe

Ever have a mold problem? Did you know that reasearch links most diseases and cancer to mold. Learn how to kill bacteria, viruses, fungus and mold on surfaces, in the air, and even between walls with NO toxic chemicals!!! Come and learn how to make your own non-toxic, natural based cleaners for your home. Its fun and economical! Also learn why pure Essential Oils are wise additions to enhance the power of your homemade cleaners.

For more information call 210-710-3975 or .
Contact Person: Stephanie Holdcroft

Tue, March 16 (hide details)
10 am
Zager Chiropractic 2840 Business Loop 181 N, suite 140

Free Core Strengthening Class teaches basic and advanced core strengthening exercises for all exercise levels.

For more information call 830-393-6554 or .
Contact Person: Dr. JoNelle Zager, DC

Tue, March 16 (hide details)
9:30 am � 3:30 pm
San Antonio State Hospital � Logan Hall � 6711 South New Braunfels, San Antonio

The Volunteer Services Council of the San Antonio State Hospital is opening their "Trinkets & Treasures Resale Shop� on March 16, 2010 between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm offering numerous gently used items at very favorable prices. We will also have Easter Baskets available for purchase � Women's, Men's ,and Children's Clothing � Accessories / Shoes / Handbags � Bedroom and Kitchen Linens � Home Decor � Kitchen Items All proceeds benefit the patients at the San Antonio State Hospital (SASH). The Volunteer Service Council (VSC) of SASH is a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life and support the rehabilitation and recreational needs of patients not funded through traditional government sources. Funds generated from this sale will support the various patient programs sponsored by the VSC of SASH. The group provides individual birthday and Christmas gifts as well as support the Volunteer Program at the hospital. The All-Faith's Chapel, hospital swimming pool, adolescent sports court, a meditation garden, and shade pavilions are some of the contributions the council has made to the patients and the facility.

For more information call 210-531-8004 or .
Contact Person: Patti Rangel

IDD OPEN HOUSE (Floresville)

Wed, March 17 (hide details)
10 AM TO 12 PM
1323 Third St.

The Wilson County Work Center will kick off its recognition of March as IDD Awareness Month with an Open House. The public is invited.

For more information call 830-216-2420 or .
Contact Person: Inez Longoria

Wed, March 17 (hide details)
6:30 pm
Wilson County Criminal Justice Center

Regular monthly meeting of the Wilson County Democrats (3rd Wed. of the month)

For more information call 830-393-3265 or .
Contact Person: Emilio V. Flores, President

Thu, March 18 (hide details)
7 PM
210 E Live Oak, Tx AgriLife Extension Bldg

Snakes. Yikes! Schertz Police Chief Steve Starr will teach us about poisonous and nonpoisonous snakes. Some will be on display. Free and open to the public.

For more information call 830-303-3889 or .
Contact Person: Guadalupe County Master Gardeners

Thu, March 18 (hide details)
March 18, 2010 � 6:00 PM
San Antonio State Hospital � Logan Hall

RSVP Requested: 210-531-8004 The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that 26.2 percent of Americans ages 18 and older (or one in four) has a mental disorder. Of those, 6 percent or one in 17 has a serious mental illness such as major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, or borderline personality disorder. This free Community Education program is the 9th in the series �Erasing Stigma � Changing Minds�, a free community education series sponsored by the San Antonio State Hospital and the Volunteer Services Council of the San Antonio State Hospital. The goal of this series is to provide information to increase the understanding individuals have about mental illness, available treatments and sources of support available in the San Antonio area. Our speakers have graciously agreed to provide these presentations at no charge to you or the sponsoring organizations. We take this opportunity to publically thank them for their commitment to the patients and communities they serve. Catherine Hall, Pharm.D. BCPP is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin/ UTHSC/San Antonio and has been a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist since 2002. Dr. Hall joined the professional staff at the San Antonio State Hospital in April of 2006 where she works primarily with Geriatric patients.

For more information call 210-531-8004 or .
Contact Person: Patti Rangel

Thu, March 18 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Fri-Sat, March 19-20 (hide details)
To be determined
Rodeo Grounds

4th annual Smokin' Spring BBQ Cook-Off

For more information call 210-771-1719.
Contact Person: Sherry Lambeck

Roundup Cowboy Gathering (San Antonio/seguin)

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
8 a.m. - Dance till midnight
Rio Cibolo Ranch off I-10

7th Annual Roundup celebrates Women of the West; Cowboy Breakfast 8 a.m. Ranch Rodeo 2 p.m.; Children's activities, chuckwagon lunch, Western Trade Show, Hayrides, river barge rides, mutton bustin & calf scramble. Hosted by Red Steagall Sundown Party 6:30 p.m. with The Quebe Sisters Band and Jake Hooker & The Outsiders. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE. Benefits Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation. For more info, go to: http://roundupcowboygathering.com

For more information call 830-401-4421.
Contact Person: Information

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
All Day
To be announced

22nd annual Children's Hospital Trail Ride. Breakfast, 16.5-mi. trail ride, lunch, dinner, auction, dance.

For more information call 830-391-0489.
Contact Person: Allison Bollman-Gorzell

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
9 am
2215 FM 466

Playday events are goat pulling or goat tying, pole bending, cloverleaf barrels and straight barrels. $5.00 per event & $5.00 office charge per family.

For more information call 210-416-6737 or .
Contact Person: Kristy Leasman

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
7 AM All Day
6808 N Highway 123

IBCA BBQ COOKOFF The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will be hosting it's annual IBCA sanctioned BBQ Cook-Off on March 20, 2010. The Cook-Off will also feature Jackpot Beans and Dutch Oven Dessert competitions. Campers, RVs, and tents are welcomed; however, limited electrical outlets are available, no other hook ups. Proceeds will benefit the VFW scholarship and veteran's assistance programs. Come on out and join the fun, rain or shine, and, if you are hungry, volunteer as a judge. The Post is located 5 miles north of Seguin. at 6808 N Highway 123, Geronimo. For more information call Bill at (830) 303-9903 OR (830) 379 9260 (leave a message)

For more information call 830-303-9903 or .
Contact Person: Bill Owen

Scat and Tracks (Wilson County)

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
8:30-11:00 am
Jackson Nature Park

Join us on a wildlife tracking adventure! Guides will lead you on a 1.5 mile hike exploring the unique topography of the park located along Cibolo Creek� all the while searching for signs of the wildlife that calls the area home. Come learn how to identify animals� tracks and scat and what it can tell you about their unique behaviors. Free event, registration is required.

For more information call 210-302-3625 or .
Contact Person: Renee Luna

Sat, March 20 (hide details)
10:00 AM
112 Turner Ln

Corpus Kenpo Karate Submission Tournament Saturday March 20th 2010 @ 10:00 AM Location: 112 Turner Lane Floresville, TX Behind Crawford Pharmacy on HWY 181 MEN, WOMEN AND JUNIORS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE PREREGISTRATION $25 FOR ADULTS $30 AT THE DOOR/ JUNIORS PREREG $15 /$20 AT THE DOOR 3 MINUTE ROUND ROBIN MATCHES NO STRIKING, PUNCHING, OR KICKING!!!!!! NOVICE DIVISION UNDER 2 YEARS SUBMISSION TRAINING ADVANCED DIVISION OVER 2 YEARS SUBMISSION TRAINING WEIGH INS AND REGISTRATION STARTS AT 10:00 am � 11:45 am RULES AT 12:00 FIGHT STARTS AFTER RULES AWARDS 1ST, 2ND AND 3RD PLACE!!!! MENS WT DIVISION:NOVICE AND ADVANCED 139 AND BELOW /140 � 158/ 159-174/175-190/191-206/207-225/226-246/247 AND OVER WOMENS WT DIVISION LT WT UNDER 145/MIDDLE WT 145-165/HVY WT166 AND ABOVE JUNIORS BOYS AND GIRLS DIVISION 10-11/12-13/14-15/16-17 START WITH ONE KNEE UP AND ONE KNEE DOWN *****WE WILL HAVE CONCESSION****** FOR INFORMATION OR TO PREREGISTER BY PHONE CONTACT JESSE CORPUS AT (210)887-8462 or BARBARA CORPUS AT (830)393-4225

For more information call 210-887-8462.
Contact Person: Jesse Corpus

Sun, March 21 (hide details)
2:30pm
Trinity University's Laurie Auditorium

Maestro Ken-David Masur will lead the San Antonio Symphony in a musical storytelling extravaganza featuring symphonic tales of The Tortoise and the Hare and The Fox and The Crow as well as Future Stars Winner, cellist Laura Andrade. In addition to Aesop�s tales, the performance on Sunday, March 21 will include music from classic stories including Hansel and Gretel and Peer Gynt. This fun-filled afternoon begins at 1:30pm with activities for children including an instrument petting zoo and �make your own instrument� workshops.

For more information call 210-554-1006 or .
Contact Person: Stephanie Brimhall

Mon, March 22 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Author book signing (New Braunfels)

Tue, March 23 (hide details)
2-4 p.m.
Hastings Book Store

Author Sylvia Villarreal Bisnar will sign her book, "P.L. Buquor: Indian Fighter, Texas Ranger, Mayor of San Antonio."

For more information call 928-768-1474 or .
Contact Person: Sylvia Villarreal Bisnar

Tue, March 23 (hide details)
7:00 p.m. program
Lions Field Adult & Senior Center, 2809 Broadway in Brackenridge Park, 78209

The Native Plant Society of Texas San Antonio Chapter guest speaker Tom Castano present a program using native plants to make fiber for ropes, fabric and other usefull items. Free. Visitors always welcome. Social and seed/plant exchange at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.npsot.org/sanantonio

For more information call 210-999-7292 or .
Contact Person: Bea

Thu, March 25 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

SEA Casino Night (San Antonio)

Thu, March 25 (hide details)
5:30
Alzafar Shrine (1604 and Stone Oak)

If you enjoy preserving, conserving, enhancing, and fishing our Texas coast then please join us as we are on Island Time at our Casino Night. All money raised during the Casino Night goes to support only Texas coastal projects. The cost to come on out and have a great time is $75 per person or you can purchase a table for 10 people for $1,000. All tickets include dinner; drinks including adult beverages; $500 worth of casino chips; chance to participate in casino games, raffles, plus silent and live auctions. The purchase of a table includes all what we just mentioned plus a commemorative print and personal wait staff.

For more information call 210-508-0948 or .
Contact Person: Joan Zezula

Fri, March 26 (hide details)
8:00 am- 3:45 pm
1314 Hines Ave

$25 Regional Forum participants will be equipped with tools, information & resources for creating community change to prevent youth substance use. Participants will be provided resource materials, & continental breakfast, lunch, & an afternoon snack. www.texansstandingtall.org

For more information call 210-225-4741 or .
Contact Person: Vickie B. Adams

Sat, March 27 (hide details)
All Day
Chamber of Commerce Park

Cowboy Up for a Cure Team Roping; Mutton Bustin starts at 10:30. Call Michelle 210-218-9137. Books open at noon; Roping at 1! Benefits Relay For Life. http://www.teamroper.com

For more information call 936-661-5868 or .
Contact Person: Bonnie

Sun, March 28 (hide details)
8-5
Deptawa's Hardware

Las Lomas K9 Rescue and Wilson County Spay/Neuter Group combine for large sale. Looking for donations of gently used items.

For more information call 210-382-2167 or .
Contact Person: Eli Bryan

Sun, March 28 (hide details)
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Knights of Columbus Hall

The Floresville Lions Club will host its 30th annual Palm Sunday BBQ Dinner and Bake Sale, Sunday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall, on Third St., next ot P&T Restaurant, in Floresville. Plates are $7 and include BBQ chicken half, potato salad, beans, and drink. Drive-through pickup is available. Tickets are available from any Lions Club member or the Wilson County News, 1012 C Street, Floresville (830-216-4519).

Sun, March 28 (hide details)
2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street, Kerrville

Enjoy this award-winning performer famed for "A Chorus Line", "Ice Castles", "The Goodbye Girl" and more. Tickets: $25, $35, $45

For more information call 830-896-9393 or .
Contact Person: Cailloux Theater Box Office

Pops and Popcorn! (New Braunfels)

Sun, March 28 (hide details)
4:00 PM
Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Casteel

Mid-Texas Symphony, David Mairs, Music Director, Kelly Watson flute/vocals. Blues and jazz and selections from Bridge over the River Kwai, The Wizard of Oz, Sound of Music, Phantom of the Opera, ET, Titanic, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

For more information call 830-372-8089 or .
Contact Person: Pat Schofield, Exec. Dir.

Sun, March 28 (hide details)
3-6:30 PM
Geronimo VFW Post 8456

Please welcome for the first time to Geronimo the Hayden James Band playing fantastic old country dance music at the Geronimo VFW Hall, Sunday afternoon, March 28, 3-6:30 pm; kitchen (home made sandwiches) opens at 2 pm. Hall is at 6808 N Highway 123 (5 N of Seguin), smokefree, and open to everyone. $7 donation. Proceeds benefit our veterans & military programs. Info call 830-303-9903/379-1971.

For more information call 830-303-9903 or .
Contact Person: Barbara Owen

Mon, March 29 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Tue, March 30 (hide details)
9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Poth City Park

Distribute food & food products to qualified families in need.

For more information call 210-393-9003 or .
Contact Person: Dorothy Gonzales

Thu, April 1 (hide details)
7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00)
130 Aransas Street

Over $2200 in cash prizes Henry J. Janssen, Conductor Tax ID# 1-74-1497726

For more information call 830-239-4880.
Contact Person: Henry Janssen

Fri-Sat, April 2-3 (hide details)
7 PM
First Baptist Church 1314 E Cedar

Musical Drama of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ FREE ADMISSION

For more information call 830-372-5122 or .
Contact Person: Marianne Hudiburg

Sat, April 3 (hide details)
Registration 7:30 Starts at 8:30
Stockdale Arena

Classes for all ages and riding ability. Fun for all. Concessions,Spectators Welcome. Pre-Registration vailable on our web site:www.osbornestablesequinerescue.org

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Sat, April 3 (hide details)
9am - 2pm
Beeville Depot Pavilion Parking Lot

Beeville Market and Main Farmers Market/Trade Day 1st Saturday � April thru December 9:00am � 2:00pm Produce ~ Amish Goods ~ Plants ~ Crafts Location: 1-Block West of Washington St. Downtown Business District. Corner of Hefferman in Depot Pavilion Parking Lot Vendor Information: Michelle Wright 361-362-0368 e-mail: veggie_farmer@yahoo.com

For more information call 361-362-0368 or .
Contact Person: Michelle Wright

Thu, April 8 (hide details)
To be announced
American Legion Hall

American Legion Post 38 monthly meeting recognizing the 100-year history of the Boy Scouts and Troop 114 in Floresville, as one of the nation's oldest troops.

For more information call 830-393-9501.
Contact Person: Bob Wentz

Fri, April 9 (hide details)
All day
P.O. Box 6250, San Antonio TX, 78209

Green Spaces' Picture Your World youth photography program is holding its annual Spring photo competition. Children ages 8-18 enter 5 digital photos that capture the beauty of nature. A total of $1,200 in cash prizes will be given to winners. Entries are due Friday, April 9th. For more info, visit http://greenspacesalliance.org/community/picture_your_world.

For more information call 210-222-8430.
Contact Person: Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas

Sat, April 10 (hide details)
9 am
2215 FM 466

Events include goat pulling or goat tying, pole bending, cloverleaf barrels, straight barrels. $5.00 per event and $5.00 per family office charge.

For more information call 210-416-6737 or .
Contact Person: Kristy Leasman

Walk Across Texas (San Antonio)

Sat, April 17 (hide details)
8 .am. - 12 p.m.
San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston, San Antonio, TX 78209

The annual Walk Across Texas official Fiesta event literally gives visitors a "walk across Texas" right in the heart of San Antonio. The Texas Native Trail winds through an 11 acre ntive area of the Botanical Garden allowing guests to experience three diverse ecosystems of Texas. Walk Across Texas activities include sampling Pioneer biscuits (compliments of C.H. Guenther & Son), guided garden tours, nature displays and children's crafts and games.

For more information call 210-824-9474 or .
Contact Person: Dianne Powell

Sat, April 17 (hide details)
8:30-11:00 am
Jackson Nature Park

Get outside and enjoy the spring Texas weather! Plants are in bloom and butterflies can be seen pollinating flowers along the nature trail. Bring the family and come along as we enjoy the magnificence that is springtime wildflowers in Texas and learn to identify common butterflies along the trail. Hosted by the San Antonio River Authority. Free event, registration is required.

For more information call 210-302-3625 or .
Contact Person: Renee Luna

Wed, April 21 (hide details)
6:30 pm
Wilson County Criminal Justice Center

Regular Monthly meeting of the Wilson County Democrats (3rd Wed. of the month)

For more information call 830-393-3265 or .
Contact Person: Emilio V. Flores, President

Sat, April 24 (hide details)
To be announced
Jackson Nature Park

Sesquicentennial Trail Ride

For more information call 830-996-1003.
Contact Person: Dickie Jackson

Sat, April 24 (hide details)
4-10 p.m.
Arthur Gembler American Legion Hall, located at the intersection of Loop 410 and U.S. 181 South

The East Central High School classes of 1960 and 1980 are organizing reunions. The East Central class of 1960 will hold its 50-year reunion Saturday, April 24, from 4-10 p.m. in the Arthur Gembler American Legion Hall, located at the intersection of Loop 410 and U.S. 181 South. Enjoy a meal, entertainment, and dancing. For more information, call Eddie Stolowski at 210-667-1018 or Robert Danysh at 210-649-1848. If you are interested in putting together a reunion for the East Central class of 1980, contact Rill Leonard Pruski at @rill.pruski@fc.ecisd.net.

For more information call 210-667-1018.
Contact Person: Eddie Stolowski

Sat, April 24 (hide details)
6:00 pm
BEXAR Hall in Marion, Texas

Annual Fundraiser for the East Central ISD Area FFA & 4H. "$100" Dance and Raffle.

For more information call 210-649-2951 or .
Contact Person: Lorie Kempen

Sat-Sun, April 24-25 (hide details)
all day
Floresville arena

Sacred Heart School will hold its annual roping and mutton' bustin'. Watch for details!

For more information call 830-393-2117 or .
Contact Person: Maria Flores

Tue, April 27 (hide details)
7:00 p.m. program
Lions Field Adult & Senior Center, 2809 Broadway in Brackenridge Park, 78209

Native Plant Society of Texas San Antonio Chapter guest speaker Kelly Lyons, Trinity University botanists, will present a program on plant anatomy basics to facilitate plant identification. Free. Visitors always welcome. Social and seed/plant exchage at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.npsot.org/sanantonio

For more information call 210-999-7292 or .
Contact Person: Bea

Fri, April 30 (hide details)
7:30pm-1:00am
Mesquite Dance Hall

National Kidney Foundation "Reverse Raffle" Dinner & Dance Tickets: $75.00/couple Dinner @ 7:30pm Drawing @8:30pm Dance 9-1am First ticket drawn $250.00, every 25th ticket $50.00 and last ticket drawn $1,500.00 Pre sale tickets only.

For more information call 210-415-2437 or .
Contact Person: Susan

Sat, May 1 (hide details)
7:30-10 a.m.
City Park Pavilion

Annual Cowboy Breakfast and live auction. Contact Richard Stapleton: 830-216-4561, stape@txun.net, or Louis Rosenberg: 210-225-5454, firm@ltrlaw.com.

For more information call 830-216-4561 or .
Contact Person: Richard Stapleton

Sat, May 1 (hide details)
9am - 2pm
Beeville Depot Pavilion Parking Lot

Beeville Market and Main Farmers Market/Trade Day 1st Saturday � April thru December 9:00am � 2:00pm Produce ~ Amish Goods ~ Plants ~ Crafts Location: 1-Block West of Washington St. Downtown Business District. Corner of Hefferman in Depot Pavilion Parking Lot Vendor Information: Michelle Wright 361-362-0368 e-mail: veggie_farmer@yahoo.com

For more information call 361-362-0368 or .
Contact Person: Michelle Wright

Sat, May 1 (hide details)
To be announced
Museum

Honoring Joseph Henry Polley, the father of the Polley Clan.

For more information call 830-947-3176.
Contact Person: Buelah Wilson

Sat-Sun, May 1-2 (hide details)
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FHS Eschenburg Field

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Wilson County will take place during the overnight hours of Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, at Floresville High School�s Eschenburg Field. Relay For Life is a community event that honors cancer survivors, current cancer patients, and caregivers, and also pays tribute to those who have lost their battle with cancer. This event is a meaningful way to join with others of the community. Teams are being formed to raise money prior to the event, then come together to camp out overnight. To register a team, purchase a luminaria, or participate as a cancer survivor, call 210-865-8205 or visit http://www.relayforlife.org/wilsoncotx.

For more information call 210-865-8205 or .

Sun, May 2 (hide details)
4:00 PM
Jackson Auditorium-TLU

The Best of Beethoven with the Mid-Texas Symphony: Symphony No. 7, Piano Concerto No. 5 "Emperor." David Mairs, Music Director, Christian Leotta, piano. Tickets: Adult $25/20, Senior & College $15, 18 & under $5.

For more information call 830-372-8089 or .
Contact Person: Pat Schofield, Exec. Dir.

Sat, May 8 (hide details)
To be determined
Stockdale Museum

Day of Remembering Dr. Ella Ware, the first woman doctor in Wilson County.

For more information call 830-393-4959.
Contact Person: Polly Stryker

Sat, May 8 (hide details)
5:30 - 11:00 pm
Kelly USA

The 1965 graduating class of Harlandale High School in San Antonio, will hold its 45-year reunion on Saturday, May 8, at Kelly Club, Kelly USA. Contact Alan Crosby 216-4271

For more information call 830-216-4271 or .
Contact Person: Alan Crosby

Fri-Sat, May 14-15 (hide details)
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La Vernia City Park

The Bluebonnet Fest is one of the most anticipated events around. All year the La Verna Lions Club sponsors the Miss La Verna Pageant and ends with this festival held at the City Park as the pinnacle. The Carnival will go on all day. The Queen and her Court lead the Parade, which includes Floats from local and surrounding area businesses, clubs and the like. Classic Car clubs display their cars, there is a Volleyball tournament, Little League has a full slate of games planned and the kids enjoy an day long Carnival, and there will be Arts & Crafts, Food and Drink Booths, Vendor Booths, a Live Auction and a Raffle. The day ends with a Dance under the stars. Proceeds from this event will go to fund our many charitable contributions. Friday, May 14th 2010 6:00pm - 10:00pm Carnival, Craft and Food Vendors and Live Music Saturday, May 15th 10:00 AM Bluebonnet Parade 11:00 AM Volleyball Tournament 1:00 PM Live Auction 6:00 - 12:00 PM Dance Carnival goes on all day

For more information call 830-779-1703 or .
Contact Person: Merrie Monaco

Sat, May 15 (hide details)
9 am
2215 FM 466

Events include goat pulling or tying, pole bending, cloverleaf barrels and straight barrels. $5.00 per event and $5.00 per family office charge.

For more information call 210-416-6737 or .
Contact Person: Kristy Leasman

Sat, May 15 (hide details)
11 a.m. and noon
Agriculture Service Center at 1106 10th St., U.S. 181

The Wilson County Soil & Water Conservation District is sponsoring a spring fish stocking program. Fish orders are being accepted, with delivery set for Saturday, May 15, between 11 a.m. and noon. Fish are put in plastic bags with water and oxygen � no barrels of water to contend with. Order forms are available at the district office located in the Agriculture Service Center at 1106 10th St., U.S. 181, in Floresville. For more information, call Elsie at 830-393-3555, ext. 3.

For more information call 830-393-3555.
Contact Person: Elsie

Sat, May 22 (hide details)
12:30 p.m.
The Park in Comfort

Bluff Creek Classic Cars will host its first �Cruisin� in Comfort� car show, swap meet, and craft fair Saturday, May 22, in the park in Comfort. The car show will have a variety of classes, including late models, corvettes, muscle cars, open iron, and street rods. Trophies, plaques, and ribbons will be awarded to class winners and runners-up, and a people�s choice award will also be given. Car show check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., with judging beginning at 12:30 p.m. A cruise through Comfort will begin at 5 p.m. The entry fee is $25 at the show, and $15 for those who register before April 30. Half of all entry fees will be donated to the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.

For more information call 830-634-2424.
Contact Person: Bluff Creek Classic Cars

Sat, May 22 (hide details)
Registration 7:30 Starts at 8:30
Stockdale Arena

Classes for all ages and riding ability. Fun for all. Proceeds benefit Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc.

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Tue, May 25 (hide details)
7:00 p.m. program
Lions Field Adult & Senior Center, 2809 Broadway in Brackenridge Park, 78209

Native Plant Society of Texas San Antonio Chapter guest speaker Louise Cooper, admi nistrator of the year, will present a program about Old Helotes Creek nature Center. Free. Visitors always welcome. Social and seed/plant exchage at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.npsot.org/sanantonio

For more information call 210-999-7292 or .
Contact Person: Bea

Sun-Mon, May 30-31 (hide details)
To be determined
American LegionHall

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 38 Dedication of a granite monument commemorating the founding of the post

For more information call 830-996-1376.
Contact Person: Angelica Bustamante

Horse Day Camp (Youth) (Sutherland Springs)

Mon-Fri, June 7-11 (hide details)
9:00 to 4:00
5056 Highway 87 West

Summer Horse Camp. Learn about horses, safety around horses, basic riding skills, How to take care of horses and their stable. Make new friends and have fun. Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc. www.osbornestablesequinerescue.org

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Sun-Thu, June 13-17 (hide details)
9:00 am - 10:00 p.m.
Marriott Gwinett Place

Open to all shipmates who served on USS Ajax. Check website ussajaxassociation.org for information on the reunion and our organization.

For more information call 210-481-3699 or .
Contact Person: Thomas Judge, President USS Ajax Reunion Association

Horse Day Camp (Youth) (Sutherland Springs)

Mon-Fri, June 14-18 (hide details)
9:00 to 4:00
5056 Highway 87 West, Sutherland Springs 78161

Summer Horse Camp. Ages 7 to 16. Learn About Horses, Safety Around Horses, Basic Riding Skills, How to Care for Horses & Their Stable. Make New Friends and Have Fun. www.osbornestablesequinerescue.org

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Thu-Sat, June 17-19 (hide details)
To be determined
Check venues

66th Annual Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee

For more information call 830-996-3735.
Contact Person: Becky Adams

Sat, June 19 (hide details)
9 am
2215 FM 466

Events include goat tying or pulling, pole bending, cloverleaf barrels and straight barrels. $5.00 per event and $5.00 per family office charge.

For more information call 210-416-6737 or .
Contact Person: Kristy Leasman

Sat, June 26 (hide details)
Registration 7:30 Starts at 8:30
Stockdale Arena

Classes for all ages and riding ability. Fun for all. All proceeds benefit Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc.

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Horse Day Camp (Youth) (Sutherland Springs)

Mon-Fri, Jun 28-Jul 2 (hide details)
9:00 to 4:00
5056 Highway 87 West, Sutherland Springs 78161

Summer Horse Camp, Ages 7 - 16. Learn about horses, saftey around horses, basic riding skills, how to care for horses and their stable, make new friends and have fun...

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Sun, July 4 (hide details)
All Day
Chamber of Commerce Hall

Annual la Vernia Volunteer Fire Department barbecue and festival fundraiser

For more information call 830-253-8601.
Contact Person: Chester Kolodziej

Sat, July 10 (hide details)
Registration 7:30 Starts at 8:30
Stockdale Arena

Classes for all ages and riding ability. Fun for all. Concessions, Spctators Welcome. All proceeds benefit Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc.

For more information call 210-827-3136 or .
Contact Person: Claudette Osborne

Sat, July 31 (hide details)
8am - 8pm
Landolt Pavilion

We are looking for All family members. Details will be given when you make contact. Respond by mail to P.O. BOX 9202, Bacliff, TX 77518 or email gma-lupe@comcast.net

For more information call 281-744-1704 or .
Contact Person: Lupe Rodriguez

Sat, August 14 (hide details)
To be announced
La Vernia City Park

Annual Barbecue Cookoff sponsored by the Greater La Vernia Parks Foundation

For more information call 830-779-2270.
Contact Person: Dennis Snow

Thu-Sat, August 19-21 (hide details)
9/19/10 7:00PM, 9/20/10 7:00PM, 9/21/10 10:00 PM
Pleasanton River Park

Ranch Rodeo,Arts & Crafts, Chicken roping, Texas Music, Food booths, BBQ Cook off, Parade and much more

For more information call 830-569-2163 or .
Contact Person: Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce

Sun, August 22 (hide details)
To be announced
Immanuel Lutheran Church

Immanuel Lutheran Church Community Festival and day of fun and family activities

For more information call 830-947-3197.
Contact Person: Elaine Stephens

Sat, September 11 (hide details)
To be announced
Poth

Annual Ride To Remember

For more information call 830-484-0080.
Contact Person: Travis Pruski

Wild Game Dinner (Floresville)

Sat, September 11 (hide details)
To be announced
Wilson County Showbarn

Annual dinner and entertainment to benefit the Floresville Volunteer Fire Department.

For more information call 830-216-4519.
Contact Person: Firefighter

Sat, September 18 (hide details)
8:00am
La Vernia City Park

4th Annual La Vernia Wild West HammerFest Bicycle Ride. More details at www.LaVerniaWildWestHammerFest.com

For more information call 830-779-2461 or .
Contact Person: Nancy Scull

Sat, September 25 (hide details)
To be determined
Courthouse lawn

Sesquicentennial Celebration in downtown Floresville in front of the Wilson County Courthouse. Unearthing and opening the time capsule and ceremonial burial of the new time capsule

For more information call 830-393-4959.
Contact Person: Maurine Liles

Sat, October 2 (hide details)
8:00 a.m.
La Vernia City Park

Back Up date for HammerFest Bicycle Ride - in case of bad weather on Sept. 18, 2010

For more information call 830-779-2461 or .
Contact Person: Nancy Scull

Sat, October 2 (hide details)
To be announced
Community Center

Sutherland Springs New Town Day

For more information call 830-947-3891.
Contact Person: Tambria Read

Sun, October 3 (hide details)
To be announced
St. Ann's Catholic Church

St. Ann's Catholic Church Fall Festival and Turkey Dinner

For more information call 830-779-3131.
Contact Person: Parishioner

Tue, October 5 (hide details)
To be determined
Courthouse lawn

Annual Kiddie Games on the courthouse square

For more information call 830-393-8888.
Contact Person: Peanut Festival