Thursday, April 27
Defensive Deer Gardening
Local master gardener Joseph Blanford leads a presentation on how to protect your garden from deer. Blanford, with 24 years of experience in gardening in Texas, will show attendees how a variety of native trees and shrubs can create an environment for bees, butterflies and birds while keeping away deer. 6:30-7:30 p.m.Free. San Marcos Public Library, 625 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos. 512-393-8200

Saturday, April 29
Bobcat Bonanza
The annual fundraiser for Texas State student-athlete scholarships, Bobcat Bonanza, is a night of pageantry and Texas State pride at Bobcat Stadium. Attendees will experience live music, entertainment, fine dining and a live auction featuring vacations and one-of-a-kind experiences.6 p.m.-9 p.m. $150 (individual dinner ticket); $1,500 (dinner table, seats 10); $2,500 (dinner table and VIP package). Bobcat Stadium, 1100 Aquarena Springs Dr., San Marcos

Saturday, April 29
Dash 4 Donuts 2017
The Dash 4 Donuts is a four-mile race through San Marcos. Attendees will help raise money for the creation of a  San Marcos Police Officer’s Benevolent Fund and a scholarship to benefit local high school children of SMPD officers. Registration begins at 6:45 a.m. The four-mile race begins at 8 a.m. The Kid’s Dash will begin after the four-mile race ends, around 9:10 a.m. $25 (ages 19 and over); $15 (ages 18 and younger); $10 (ages 10 and younger). 100 S. Edward Gary St., San Marcos

Saturday, April 29
LHS PTSA Flapjacks Fundraiser
Join Lehman High School’s Parent Teacher Student Association for breakfast to help a student pay for college. All proceeds from the event go to the organization’s Senior Scholarship Fund. 8 a.m.-10 a.m. Applebee's Grill & Bar, 5363 Kyle Center Dr., Kyle. 512-814-9927. [email protected]

Saturday, April 29-30
Buda Lions Club Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races
The 20th annual event begins with a pet parade and best-dressed dog contest, followed by the nationally known Wiener Dog Races. This year about 600 dogs are participating in the races. Attendees can cheer on their favorite wiener dog while also enjoying the barbecue cook-off and bake-off on Sunday. The fair also includes arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and the Buda Bee (the kindergarten through 5th grade spelling contest). 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (gates are open Sat. and Sun.). Free (ages 12 and younger), $5 (gate admission). Buda City Park, 204 San Antonio Road, Buda. 512-295-3158. www.budalions.com