AUGUST 6
• SUMMER READ ALOUD at The Boerne Bookshop, 153 S. Main St., beginning at 10:30 a.m. The Boerne Bookshop invites young readers and their families to enjoy a magical season of classic tales and enchanting adventures.
AUGUST 7
• LONG-TERM CARE Insurance program presented by Amada Senior Care at Franklin Park Boerne, 18 Old San Antonio Road, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Attendees are invited to this free seminar to learn how to take full advantage of their long-term care insurance Register: 830-816-5150.
• CLASSIC MOVIE SHOWING: “Mr. Hobbs Takes A Vacation” features Jimmy Stewart and Maureen O’Hara in the classic 1962 comedy. The free showing begins at 1 p.m. at The Kronkosky Center, 17 Old San Antonio Road. The library hosts a classic movie screening once a month at the Kronkosky.
AUGUST 8
• LEARN TO SHOOT hosted by Rod Townsend: This class will be hosted at Mission Ridge Range from 3-5 p.m. Cost is $140/person. Must be 18 years or older to attend. Register: boerneparks.com.
• DEVINO WINE 301, the third and final class in this series, covers the basics of wine and food pairing. Class is from 7-9 p.m. at 1109 S. Main St.; tickets are $20. Tickets available: www.eventbrite.com. Details: luke@devinocellars. com.
• MOVIE IN THE PARK by Boerne Parks and Recreation: This evening’s showing will be “The Wild Robot.” The movie will be shown at the Boerne City Pool starting at sundown, but the fun begins at 7 p.m.
AUGUST 9
•LICENSE TO CARRY course hosted at GoHeeled classroom from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $100 per person. Must be 18 years or older to attend. Register: boerneparks.com.
• WEEKLY BLUEGRASS JAM: Bring your instrument and play along or just come to listen to the Bluegrass jams from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while exploring the exhibits and grounds of The AgriCultural at 102 City Park Road. A free event; donations are welcome.
• MOONDANCE CONCERT SERIES presents Micah Edwards at The Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road in Boerne. Come out under the stars in the series’ 25th year and enjoy Edwards’ subtle set of music. $15 tickets; 11 and under get in free. The Cibolo Store will be open during the concert; food trucks on site.
• FLOOD RELIEF BBQ hosted by the Sisterdale Volunteer Fire Department, 1207 Sisterdale Road, about 12 miles north of Boerne, beginning at 5 p.m. Profits from this dinner will go to local flood relief organizations. The evening includes a barbecue dinner, bucket raffle, live music and dancing. Details: sisterdalevfd.org.
• AUTHOR ALLEY, SPONSORED by the Boerne Bookshop, from 1-5 p.m. in the alley that leads to The Boerne Bookshop from Main Street. Local authors will set up to promote their books. Chat with the authors and find your next favorite book. Details: 830-249-0000.
• OPERATION HOMEFRONT’S “BACK To School Brigade” is offering school supplies to military and veterans’ families, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. All ranks, active duty, Guard and Reserves, any duty status; make the day yours and stock up on your child’s school supplies.
• SECOND SATURDAY AUTHOR signing from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Patrick Heath Public Library. Anthony Goulet, author of “Broken Home, Healed Nest!” will be on hand to sign copies and be available to discuss the topics covered in the book.
• KUHLMANN-KING TOURS at 402 E. Blanco Road from noon to 3 p.m. Step back in time to experience and explore how a Boerne family would have lived in the late 1800s. Tours are free; donations are welcome.
AUGUST 10
• COUNTY’S BIGGEST LIARS: The ninth annual Kendall County Liars Contest brings tellers of tall tales to the Patrick Heath Public Library Community Room beginning at 2 p.m. Some of the greatest storytellers from around Texas compete to be named the “Best Liar” in Kendall County. Program is free to attend.
AUGUST 11
• SANCTUARY BIRD SURVEY at Sisterdale Sanctuary, from 8-11:30 a.m. Monthly bird surveys help collect valuable wildlife data that will inform future conservation strategies and planning of the Sisterdale Sanctuary. Register at cibolo.org.
AUGUST 12
• TEEN WELCOMING PARTY after the first day of school at the Patrick Heath Public Library. Come starting at 4:15 p.m. just to unwind, meet new people and see what the library has in store for this school year. Music, snacks, games and creative stations where you can make buttons, try blackout poetry, or just hang out with friends.
AUGUST 13
• WATER CONSERVATION SERIES: Water expert Larry Sunn of Rain Bees leads this 13-week series on water conservation from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Patrick Heath Public Library. Knowledgeable presenters will be on hand each week to share information on a wide range of fascinating topics. This week: Aquifers. On Aug. 20, rain harvesting; and Aug. 27, drip irrigation.
AUGUST 15
• ADULT NIGHT HIKE at Cibolo Nature Center. Come hike the trails at sunset. Cost is $15 per adult; the hike begins at 7:45 p.m. Details: nlawrence@ cibolo.org.
AUGUST 16
• AUDITION ALERT FOR the ninth annual “Hill Country’s Got Talent” contest. Boerne Community Theatre is hosting its annual talent competition and is taking applications. Auditions will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, and 12:30-4 p.m. Aug. 17. Register at: hillcountrysgottalent.com.
AUGUST 19
• GRIEFSHARE at St. John Lutheran Church, 315 Rosewood Ave. in Boerne. This begins a 13-week support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one. Sessions include videos, and discussions in a faith-based setting. Tuesday sessions are 10 a.m. to noon; Wednesday sessions are 6-8 p.m. Details: www.griefshare.com.
• LUNCH AND LEARN: Presented by Casie North, this session will cover the topic of dementia. The event will be hosted at the Comfort Golden Age Center, 628 Front Street, at 11:30 a.m. RSVP by August 15th to 830-995-3032 or www.myactivecenter. com
AUGUST 20
• TEXAS LEGISLATIVE SESSION update led by Ms. Joyce Yanuzzi, district director for State Sen. Donna Campbell, who will provide an update on the accomplishments of the Texas Legislature. Doors at The Kronkosky Center, 17 Old San Antonio Road, will open at 5:30 p.m., program starts at 6 p.m.; a dinner will be served. Registration is $25.
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