Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Main Plaza this evening to enjoy the swinging sounds of the Boerne Concert Band and hear an energetic performance by “Top Flight,” the popular music ensemble from the U.S. Air Force Band of the West. The concert, which will be from 7 to 9 p.m., is free of charge and open to the public. Top Flight is the USAF Band of the West’s response to America’s demand for classic rock ‘n’ roll, traditional country, and current pop music heard on the top 40s radio stations. They perform songs from artists like Black-Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, The Fray and 3 Doors Down. The concert is sponsored by the Boerne Parks and Recreation Department.

Saturday, June 30

“Wings Over Boerne,” a collaboration of the Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau and Last Chance Forever-The Bird of Prey Conservancy, brings to Boerne a one-of-a-kind experience. Last Chance Forever has choreographed a birds of prey demonstration, including a flying demonstration, on the lawn of The Boerne Visitors Center, 1407 S. Main St. Meet an exciting naturalist offering an educational experience with hawks, owls, eagles and falcons. Bring a camera for a rare photographic opportunity. For more information, contact The Boerne Visitors Center at (830) 249-7277, or e-mail Wendy Little at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Demonstrations are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission is by donation to the conservancy.

Famed Western writer Elmer Kelton will be visiting the Boerne Public Library, 210 N. Main St., at 6:30 p.m. After a small talk, the library will be selling copies of his books, which Kelton will be available to sign. Tex-Mex refreshments will also be served. Contact Natalie Morgan or Ann Welder at (830) 249-3053 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

Shakespeare in the Park is presented 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Cibolo Nature Center by the Cibolo Arts Council in cooperation with Boerne Community Theatre. “The Compleat Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)” is a farcical yet loving parody of the Bard’s works (yes, all of them!) performed by a mere three actors.Directed by Patrick Crowley, with Zachariah Crowley, Brandon Curry and Crowley performing, this show will be uproarious and occasionally outrageous in true Shakespearean fashion. Admission is $7.50 for CNC members, $10 for non-members, $5 for seniors age 65 and over and free to children under age 12.

A celebration of the life of Thomas Summers at Cave Without A Name at 7:30 p.m. at the cave, which is off of Kreutzberg Road northeast of Boerne. Music will be provided by Rudi Harst. The event is a dedication to the memory of Summers, who drowned this spring. The free event is open to friends of Summers, friends of the cave and the many volunteers. For information contact Cave Without A Name by calling (830) 537-4212.

Sunday, July 1

The Agricultural Heritage Museum in Boerne is hosting the second summer monthly music gathering 1 to 4 p.m. with an acoustic hootenanny. All musicians and singers in the area are encouraged to participate. The public is welcome to attend. Bring picnics, blankets and chairs to relax with, as you enjoy listening to the jam sessions. Western, classic country, blues and folk will be the music genres. Admission is free for this event. Free drinks too! The Ag Museum is located at the corner of Hwy. 46 and City Park Road just west of the Kendall County Fairgrounds. For more information call Kristy Watson at (210) 445-1080. In case of rain, the jam session will take place in the pioneer house at the museum.

Tuesday, July 3

Abendkonzerte features the Boerne Village Band, a German band that has been playing true old-country music for 141 consecutive years, at 7:30 p.m. on Boerne’s Main Plaza. In fact, it’s the oldest German band in the country, and the oldest in the world outside of Germany. Much of their repertoire is authentic old-style German compositions, with a few American classics added, and lots of oompah, oompah. While most listeners like to sit or lay back and enjoy the music, you’ll always find some polka fans who just can’t keep from breaking into dance. Children of all ages look forward to a rousing, flag-waving parade around the gazebo, and everybody joins in for a riotous “chicken dance” that has become an Abendkonzerte tradition.The concerts are free.