The Leon Springs Business Association meets for a January mixer at Leon Springs Dance Hall. District 23 U.S. Rep. Ciro Rodriguez is the scheduled speaker for an informational meet-and-greet event.

FRIDAY, JAN. 11

Junior Livestock Show and Sale is held at the Kendall County Fairgrounds, on Highway 46 East in Boerne. Youths will show sheep, goats, pigs and steers. For more information, call Larry Schwope at (830) 249-2948

SATURDAY, JAN. 12

Leon Springs Farmers’ Market is held each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Leon Springs DanceHall, 24135 W. Interstate 10, in the parking lot (Boerne Stage Road exit). Vendors offer a variety of produce and homemade foodstuffs, plants and more. For information about becoming a vendor, call Mario Obledo Jr. at (210) 823-3393.

Boerne Market Days features scores of vendors from all over Texas, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and great food. The event continues through Sunday on Boerne’s Main Plaza. For more information, call David Querbach at (830) 249-5530, (210) 844-8193 or visit www.mainstreetinboerne.com.  

A Wildlife Tax Valuation Seminar is being conducted 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cibolo Nature Center to address wildlife management overview and property inventory. The program is especially for owners of less than 500 acres and will emphasize wildlife management for songbirds. Presenters will explain the history of this Texas law and the requirements to qualify for a wildlife management tax valuation. Cost is $70 per members ($90 per member couple) and $90 per non-member ($110 per couple) The seminar is limited to 30 participants. To register, call (830) 249-4616

A guided walking tour of the Honey Creek State National Area begins at 9 a.m. each Saturday. Please call in advance to confirm that the tour will be given. A donation of $2 per person for persons 13 years and older or $5 per family is suggested. Friends of Guadalupe River or Honey Creek are admitted free. Honey Creek State Natural Area is 2293.7 acres located in western Comal County. The diverse geology, flora, and fauna make Honey Creek a special place for all visitors using two miles of nature/interpretive trails.

Second Saturday Art & Wine Walk features the galleries of Boerne hosting joint openings from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a glass of wine and the latest offerings on the Boerne art scene. Patrons can ride from gallery to gallery on The Creek Restaurant's trolley, which stops at galleries including Smilovici's, Cosas, Highland House, Bella Creo, Bear Moon Bakery, Bill Zaner's Art Haus, Arroyo Gallery, Carriage House and The Garden Path. The trolley will also pick up and drop off at The Holiday Inn Express, Ye Kendall Inn, Crescent Quarters and The Creek Restaurant. The trolley starts at 4:30 p.m. and runs until 8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16

Steak Night, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Waring General Store benefits the Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries. The $20-per-person cost includes ribeye steak or two chicken breasts, vegetables, homemade desserts, drink and live music. Raffle tickets will also be sold at $30 each for a chance to win prizes. Prizes include a chance to win a Harley Davidson Sportster motorcycle, an overnight stay for two people at Tapatio Springs Resort which includes green fees for two days for two people, and a  head-to-toe spa package at Spa Infusion in Boerne. For more information, call Deborah Wong at (830) 981-4648.

THURSDAY, JAN. 17

The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce hosts its third annual Heart of Boerne Honors Gala at the Boerne Convention and Community Center. The event honors the businesses and volunteers who participate in Chamber and community programs while contributing funds for the John P. Ebner Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, funded with proceeds from the gala, was awarded to a Boerne area senior now pursuing a six-year degree in pharmacy. For more information, please contact Kerry Phillip at the chamber at (830) 249-8000.

SATURDAY, JAN. 19

Boerne Birders convene at Boerne Lake 8 to 10 a.m. Now is a good time to get to know Texas Hill Country resident and wintering birds. Join a friendly group of birders who know the area and welcome everyone interested in a little birding. Bring binoculars. For more information, call (830) 230-5551 or (210) 710-3981.

A Wildlife Tax Evaluation Seminar is being conducted 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Cibolo Nature Center to address management practices and application procedures. The program is especially for owners of less than 500 acres and will emphasize wildlife management for song birds. Presenters will explain the history of this Texas law and the requirements to qualify for a wildlife management tax valuation. Cost is $70 per members ($90 per member couple) and $90 per non-member ($110 per couple) The seminar is limited to 30 participants. To register, call (830) 249-4616