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March

Boerne-area high school seniors can apply for one of Boerne Community Theatre’s two $500 scholarships. Eligibility requirements for the grants include living in the Boerne/Fair Oaks Ranch area or in Comfort and participation in at least one high school drama class or at least one high school or community theater production (cast or crew). Applicants must submit a theatrical resume, including training and experience, and submit a 200-word essay discussing how theater has made a difference in the life of the student. Application forms will be available at high school guidance offices or at www.boernetheatre.org. Application deadline is March 31. For more information call (830) 249-9166. Boerne Community Theatre provides live theatre in the Hill Country. Visit its Web site at www.boernetheatre.org.

Cibolo Nature Center invites students 13 years old and up to register for a new, 12-hour Camp Counselor Training program. It will be held from noon to 4:30 p.m. on three Saturdays, April 5, 12 and 19 (with April 26 for make-up). Camp Counselor Training will prepare youths and young adults to work as junior or senior counselors at the Nature Center’s Summer Adventure Camps. Summer camps run weekly from June 9 through August 1. Trained camp counselors will be able to choose the summer camp weeks to work.

Cost for Counselor Training Program is $20, which will pay for your first-aid class materials. To register for Camp Counselor Training, call or e-mail Mary Gomillion at (830) 249-4616 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Thursday

The Kendall County Republican Club needs reservations by today for its Tuesday meeting at Tapatio Springs Resort’s Cibolo Room. An Italian buffet will be served from 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p. m. for $15. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. and will feature a presentation by Kendall County’s own Toni Anne Dashiell, president of the Texas Federation of Republican Women, and candidates for Boerne ISD Board of Trustees. RSVP for the dinner buffet by today to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or (830) 537-6014. Mail checks made payable to KCRC to P.O. Box 2233, Boerne, TX 78006.

Saturday

Leon Springs Farmer’s Market is held every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p. m. at the Leon Springs Dance Hall, 24135 W. Interstate 10, in the parking lot (Boerne Stage Road exit, across from Rudy’s Barbecue). Vendors offer a variety of edibles, from fresh produce to honey, nuts, breads, jams and jellies. Call Mario Obledo Jr. at (210) 823-3393 with questions regarding the Leon Springs Farmers Market.

Cibolo Nature Center sponsors a workshop on bird habitats 9 a.m. to noon Saturday in the CNC auditorium and park. Cost is: Members $15 per person and $25 per couple; non-members $20 per person. Pre-registration required. Call 830-249-4616. Limited to 30. Rufus Stephens, Texas Parks and Wildlife biologist, will discuss habitat needs for Texas Hill Country birds and how different habitat types provide food and cover for specific species.

Boerne Birders sponsors an outing for beginners and experienced birders to Boerne Lake 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday. The event is free; bring favorite bird identification book and binoculars. For more information, call (830) 230-5551 or (210) 710-3981.

Sunday

Bicyclists can take part in the Fair Oaks Afternoon Ride, starting at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Fair Oaks Ranch Center. Mileage varies. Call (210) 698-6625 for details.

City of Boerne Parks and Recreation will sponsor the second annual Easter Egg Hunt at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the City Park Soccer Fields. The Boerne Police Officers Association also is sponsoring the event.

Tuesday

Boerne Public Library is offering a computer class at 10 a.m. Students will learn how to create a simple yet fun project using Microsoft Publisher. This software is used to create fliers, calendars and newsletters. You must have some basic Microsoft Office skills in order to take this class. All library computer classes are on a first-come, first-served system. Arrive at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday to register for the class. A complete list of classes is available at the front desk, in the library newsletter and on its Web site.

March 28

Boerne Parks & Recreation, Boerne Public Library & Sterling Home Technologies presents Movie in the Park on March 28 at sundown (7:45ish) in Main Plaza. Prepare for summer by practicing for the Movies in the Park series on the 540 square-foot screen. Bring chairs, blankets, friends and family for an evening under the stars. Movie hint: The “Truffle Shuffle” was first introduced to the world by “Chunk” in this 1985 Warner Bros. comedy classic. Rated PG – 114 min.

March 29

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church presents the 6th annual Art Auction Gala on March 29 at the Boerne Community Center. The fund-raising event is sponsored by the Women’s Ministry with proceeds going to educational scholarships. Tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple. Call (830) 816-2233 for details.

March 30 and 31

Boerne Community Theatre is holding auditions for Private Eyes, by Steven Dietz, on March 30 and March 31 at 7p.m.

 Private Eyes is a comedy of suspicion in which nothing is ever quite what it seems. Parts are available for an attractive actor, in his 30s, a beautiful actress, in her 30s; a male to play a British director in his 30s; a woman to play Cory, in her late 20s; a therapist, can be a man or woman, in his/her 50s.

Auditions are at Boerne Community Theatre, 907 E. Blanco Road and performances are set May 9 through May 17. For more information, call the director, Andrew Denny, at (210) 373-6654, or email him at  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Despite the recent rain and cold winds, summer is almost upon us. This means that the Boerne Community Theatre drama camps will be here before you know it! Parents are urged to register their children as soon as possible since slots fill up quickly. There will be three sessions this summer—June 9-22 at the theatre, July 7-20 at the Geneva School, and August 4-17 at the theatre. Each camp can accommodate 35 children; there will be a different production for each session. The cost for the two week camps is $300 per child. For more information, see the theatre’s website at www.boernetheatre.org (after March 15th) or call (830) 249-2738 for an application.

Picture caption—Campers from the 2007 June session produced the musical “Wonderland.”

April 12

Texas AgriLife Extension Service will hold the Kendall County Outdoor Family Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 12 at the Cibolo Nature Center. The fair is free and activities will include a nature walk, mule wagon rides, treasure hunt and art in the park.

Ongoing

Keep Boerne Beautiful (KBB) is taking applications from Kendall County residents who wish to be considered for upcoming vacancies on the organization’s board of directors. High school students and youths especially are urged to apply for volunteer positions that require minimal time commitments. KBB is an all-volunteer organization that empowers Boerne residents through education to take responsibility for enhancing their community environment. Applications are available on the KBB Web site:

www.keepboernebeautiful.com/_ (http://www.keepboernebeautiful.com/) KBB was presented a 2006-2007 Governor’s Community Achievement Award of Excellence for preserving a clean and beautiful environment. For more information contact: Judy Edmondson at (830) 816-3303 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Men’s Final Four is seeking nearly 2,000 volunteers to fill more then 3,500 shifts. Volunteer responsibilities include a wide range of tasks, from greeting incoming fans at the airport to helping with NCAA Hoop City and transporting VIPs.

Volunteers can choose from shifts that begin March 29 and run through April 8. A minimum of two shifts is required as well as attendance at one orientation session either March 25 or 26.  All volunteers will receive an official volunteer uniform and invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation Party on May 22.

To pre-register, go to http://sasports.volunteerfirst.org/public/search_pro_featured.asp?ID=8. For more information, call Michelle Rodriguez at 820-2191 or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

March 12

Boerne High School PTO is in the process of organizing a new PTO for Boerne-Champion High School and needs input. If interested, make plans to attend the Boerne High School PTO meeting on March 12 at noon in the BHS library. A slate of officers for the new Boerne-Champion PTO is being formed; submit the names of anyone you would like to nominate for the positions of president, vice president, secretary and treasurer by March 7. Names may be submitted to present high school PTO Officers Nancy Mask at  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , Geri Barr at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Fay Hagans at  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   The slate of officers for Boerne-Champion High School will be presented at the March 12 meeting and voted upon in April.

March 13

The Leon Springs business Association will meet 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 13 at World Karate, 24201 Boerne Stage Road, Leon Springs. World Karate is the first CPS Energy rebate customer and attendees will learn about future energy resources, including Wintricity, nuclear power, solar rebates and more. Lunch, catered by Rudy7s Barbecue, will be served at 11:50 a.m. RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (830) 981-8135.

March 16

2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt!

March 16th 1:30 pm

City Park Soccer Fields

Sponsored by the City of Boerne Parks & Recreation Department

and Boerne Police Officers Association

March 28

Boerne Parks & Recreation, Boerne Public Library & Sterling Home Technologies presents Movie in the Park on March 28 at sundown (7:45ish) in Main Plaza. Prepare for summer by practicing for the Movies in the Park series on the 540 square-foot screen. Bring chairs, blankets, friends and family for an evening under the stars. Movie hint: The “Truffle Shuffle” was first introduced to the world by “Chunk” in this 1985 Warner Bros. comedy classic. Rated PG – 114 min.

March 29

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church presents the 6th annual Art Auction Gala on March 29 at the Boerne Community Center. The fund-raising event is sponsored by the Women’s Ministry with proceeds going to educational scholarships. Tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple. Call (830) 816-2233 for details.

On April 9th, 2008, members of the Hill Country Newcomers Club will welcome spring with a stunning fashion show.  The event will be eld at The Dominion Country Club and will begin at 11:00 am.  Fashions and commentary will be presented by Texas Lady Boutique, San Antonio.  Members and their guest are invited to attend.   Anyone desiring information on membership and reservations please contact Ann Cain at 830 230 5551.

April 12

Texas AgriLife Extension Service will hold the Kendall County Outdoor Family Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 12 at the Cibolo Nature Center. The fair is free and activities will include a nature walk, mule wagon rides, treasure hunt and art in the park.

Ongoing

Keep Boerne Beautiful (KBB) is taking applications from Kendall County residents who wish to be considered for upcoming vacancies on the organization’s board of directors. High school students and youths especially are urged to apply for volunteer positions that require minimal time commitments. KBB is an all-volunteer organization that empowers Boerne residents through education to take responsibility for enhancing their community environment. Applications are available on the KBB Web site:

www.keepboernebeautiful.com/_ (http://www.keepboernebeautiful.com/) KBB was presented a 2006-2007 Governor’s Community Achievement Award of Excellence for preserving a clean and beautiful environment. For more information contact: Judy Edmondson at (830) 816-3303 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Men’s Final Four is seeking nearly 2,000 volunteers to fill more then 3,500 shifts. Volunteer responsibilities include a wide range of tasks, from greeting incoming fans at the airport to helping with NCAA Hoop City and transporting VIPs.

Volunteers can choose from shifts that begin March 29 and run through April 8. A minimum of two shifts is required as well as attendance at one orientation session either March 25 or 26.  All volunteers will receive an official volunteer uniform and invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation Party on May 22.

To pre-register, go to http://sasports.volunteerfirst.org/public/search_pro_featured.asp?ID=8. For more information, call Michelle Rodriguez at 820-2191 or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it