This antique bear waited patiently to be bought at last weekend’s Optimist Antique Show. More shopping is on the agenda at upcoming area events. Photo by Judith Pannebaker

Field guide training for the San Antonio Nature Areas is being conducted 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Friedrich Park, 21395 Milsa, in the Leon Springs area. You don’t have to know a lot about nature, but you do need an interest and willingness to share your enthusiasm in the field tours and other educational programs. Call (210) 564-6400 for more information or go online to www.sanaturalareas.org  

Friday, March 2

The Texas Cooperative Extension, in partnership with Digett, presents “Promoting Nature Tourism at Light Speed” 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne. Hear Web and tourism industry experts speak on the latest trends and techniques in marketing your Nature Tourism event using the Internet. Cost: $35 per attendee (seating limited to 84 attendees).

The Friends of the Library Book Sale, benefiting the Boerne Public Library, begins noon to 5p.m. today and runs through Sunday. The event offers thousands of books, old and new, for all ages and all for sale at the Kendall County Fairgrounds on East Highway 46 in Boerne. For more information, call (830) 249-3053.

Saturday, March 3

The St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church Flea Market is conducted 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church, 8500 Cross Mountain Trail, in the Leon Springs area. Art, collectibles, plants, books, games, furniture, exercise equipment, small appliances, bicycles, toys, jewelry, working computers and accessories will be sold. Refreshments are available. Take Interstate 10 to Leon Springs. Go west on Boerne Stage Road to Cross Mountain Trail and go left to the church grounds. For more information, call (210)687-1001.

Hill Country Mission for Health sponsors a garage and bake sale 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 122 Commerce St., Boerne. Proceeds will go to the clinic for patient care. If you have items to donate, call (830) 249-0130.

The choirs of Boerne middle schools North and South are holding their annual rummage sale 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boerne Middle School North cafeteria. The entrance to the sale is on Schliecher Street. All proceeds go to support the North and South choirs and their activities for the year. Donations are accepted. Call 830-357-3169 for drop-off information.

The 2nd Annual Chuckwagon Cook-off and Heritage Gathering at the Agricultural Heritage Museum on East Highway 46 in Boerne, where 15 authentic antique chuckwagon teams will compete for the best chicken fried steak, beans, potatoes, bread and fruit cobbler. Gates open at 10 a.m. The meal is served at noon, when judging also takes place. For more information, call (830) 249-6007 or (830) 336-3364.

The Sisterdale Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Mexican Supper at the Sisterdale Volunteer Fire Department firehouse on FM 1376. Plates are $6.50 for adults, $5.50 for children and seniors. Service begins at 5 p.m. Proceeds will help maintain the Sisterdale Community Center. For more information, call (830) 324-6623 or (830) 324-6864.

Sunday, March 4

The BHS Choir Boosters Spaghetti Dinner is held 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the BHS cafeteria. Tickets, $7 in advance or $8 at the door, may be purchased from any BHS choir member, at the door, or by calling Gary or Brenda Galbreath, chairmen, at (830) 336-3039. Dinners are available for dine-in, drive-through or take-out. At noon, the BHS Madrigal Choir members perform.

Wednesday, March 7

The Leon Springs Business Association’s monthly mixer is held 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Dominion Country Club with San Antonio City Councilman Art Hall as guest speaker. Admission is $10. For more information, go to the LSBA Web site at www.LeonSpringsTX.com  

Thursday, March 8

The Kendall County Retired Teachers Association meets at 1:30 p.m. in the Comfort ISD board room at 327 High St. Speaker Eva Armsworthy will discuss living at home safely and available home health care. All retired school personnel are welcome. To request a ride to the meeting, call (830) 249-2884.

Saturday, March 10

Boerne Market Days features fun, food and shopping amid beautiful small-town surroundings. Dozens of vendors from all over Texas, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and great food are all available throughout the weekend on Main Plaza. For more information call David (830) 249-5530, (210) 844-8193.

A Second Saturday Volunteer Workday is held 9 a.m. to noon at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne . Participants will enjoy a morning pulling weeds, picking up trash and helping with other spring projects. For more information, call (210) 710-8154 or (830) 249-4616.

Cibolo Kids Club is conducted 10 to 11 a.m. at the Cibolo Nature Center Visitors Center. Admission is free. Kids will take to the trails for a fun-filled hour of learning, exploring and discovery. Meet on the back porch of the Visitors Center. Bring a drink and your parents. This is for kids of all ages.

A benefit dinner and live auction for SAM’s Kids is held 6-10 p.m. at Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club with entertainment including comedian Cleto Rodriguez and live music by Cabo. Corporate and individual reserved tables for eight are available for $500. For information, call (830) 981-4424.

Wednesday, March 14

Feast of St. Benedict Second Annual Spaghetti Dinner is prepared and served by the Benedictine Sisters 4 to 7 p.m. at the Omega Center Dining Room, 216 West Highland Drive, Boerne. Adult tickets: $6. Children’s tickets: (under 12) $3. For tickets call (830) 816-8504.