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Community Events in July!
Click the link above for a listing of events in July 2008!
WishRide 2008 The Make a Wish Foundation of Central and South Texas is having their WishRide 2008 on July 5.Registration for this event is underway. It's $35 for riders and $10 for passengers. So if you want to hit the open road on your bike and help raise awareness for the Make a Wish Foundation, click here!
June 30 – July 4th: Fourth of July Celebration
Enjoy festivals, concerts and fireworks at locations across San Antonio celebrating Independence Day. Some highlights include Freedom Fest at Market Square, an arts and crafts show along the River Walk and extravaganzas at local theme parks. www.marketsquaresa.com
The month-long celebration of contemporary arts features more than 400 exhibitions and involves more than 50 venues. Events take place in galleries, museums, neighborhoods and studios. Some events have an admission charge. (210) 223-5310 www.camsanantonio.org
July 19 – 20: 24th Annual San Antonio Conjunto Shootout
A celebration that revitalizes an old custom of "mano-a-mano," a form of competition between two conjunto groups to determine who is best. This event utilizes a similar concept except the conjuntos are on opposite stages facing each other. More than 25 local entertainers are paired during the two-day event. There will be food, refreshments, working artists and street dancing. Market Square. Free. (210) 207-8600 www.marketsquaresa.com
July 26: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
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Community Events in August 2008!
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August 28-30: Texas Football Classic
Ten of the top high school football teams in the state compete at this weekend football rumble in the Alamodome. Included schools have played in 12 state championships. Admission. (210) 207-3663 or (800) 884-3663 www.alamodome.com
August 16: FORD Canoe Challenge
Over 90 canoe teams including local celebrities, city officials, corporate teams and Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts compete in the FORD Canoe Challenge. River Walk. (210) 227-4262 www.paseodelrio.com
August 30: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
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Community Events in September 2008!
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September: FOTOSEPTIEMBRE USA
This annual international photography festival is a unique, eclectic, month-long celebration of the photographic arts. Dozens of exhibits showing traditional photographs, digital images, photography based works, photographic installations, funky camera, and alternative processes, are presented in galleries, museums, art centers and other exhibition spaces throughout San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country and in the festival’s web galleries. Free. (210) 737-8255 www.fotoseptiembreusa.com
September 11: Dos Equis Pachanga del Rio
Ticket holders enjoy sampling culinary offerings from 20 participating River Walk establishments from 6:00pm until 8:30pm. Then, all party-goers are encouraged to go to to the Post-Party. (210) 227-4262 www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/events
September 16: Diez y Seis Events
Marking Mexico's independence from Spain, San Antonio celebrates September 16 with special events all over town including a street parade with floats and marching bands, a gala, Market Square celebrations, festivals, dance presentations and other special activities. (210) 207-8600 www.marketsquaresa.com
September 22 – 23: Jazz'SAlive
Jazz is alive in San Antonio as some of the nation's top jazz entertainers, along with regional and local talent, take over Travis Park and dazzle the crowd with their smooth sounds. Travis Park. Free. (210) 212-8423 www.saparksfoundation.org
September 27: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
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Community Events in October 2008!
October 3 – 11: Oktoberfest San Antonio
Head over to the Beethoven Halle & Garten to celebrate the ultimate German festival! Music, food and dancing plus German specilities like bratwurst, reubens and beer will be available to help put you in the spirit! Suggested donation is $5 at the gate. www.beethovenmaennerchor.com
October 4 – 7: Valero Texas Open
The third oldest tournament on PGA TOUR (orginated and played in San Antonio since in 1922). It has been one of the top-three most charitable PGA tournaments on TOUR for the last several years. 72-hole. Admission. (210) 345-3818 www.golfsanantonio.org
October 10 - 12: International Accordion Festival
A three-day festival of music, dancing, food and fun which celebrates the versatility of the accordion and accordion-based international styles of music. La Villita. Free. (210) 865-8578 www.internationalaccordionfestival.org
October 12 – 13: A Festival of Films™
Produced by Texas Independent Filmmakers, this event starts each year with a free public kick off party at the Cadillac Bar, 212 S. Flores. The second day of the event is held at Santikos Northwest 14 Theatre, 7600 W IH10. Filmmakers' workshops and independent movies are shown. Admission. (210) 736-FILM www.afestivaloffilms.com
October 15 – 21: AT&T Championship
The PGA Champions Tour returns to San Antonio for its 24th year. Nestled within 200 acres of majestic oak trees and rolling hills, the Oak Hills Country Club is the perfect setting for this tournament and charity event. Oak Hills Country Club. Admission. (210) 698-3582 www.pgatour.com
October 25: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
October 31 – November 9: Wurstfest
A unique celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun! During this 10-day salute to sausage, you’ll find a variety of entertainment options including a polka contest, games, rides, food and drinks on the Wurstfest Grounds in LandaPark as well as special events throughout New Braunfels and ComalCounty. New Braunfels at LandaPark. Admission. www.wurstfest.com
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Community Events in November 2008!
November 2: El Dia de los Muertos
Translated literally as "the Day of the Dead," this Mexican cultural tradition is a celebration in which the family welcomes back departed loved ones, sharing the joys of life with them as their memories live on. Creative and respectful altars are set up around town at galleries, cultural centers, cemeteries and restaurants to commemorate loved ones who have passed on. Poetry readings, and calavera processions (participants dress as skeletons) are typical events as well. Citywide. Some events have an admission charge. www.sacalaveras.com
November 5 – 9: The San AntonioNew World Wine & Food Festival
Giving wine and food aficionados one more thing to be thankful for this November, the Festival will showcase the Alamo City's finest restaurants and chefs as well as celebrity guests from Mexico, Miami, Manhattan and all over Texas as it celebrates San Antonio as a premier wine and food destination and an important culinary and cultural gateway to Mexico and Latin America. (210) 822-9555 www.nwwff.org
November 16: San Antonio Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon & ½ Marathon
Don’t miss the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon on Nov 16, 2008! This one of a kind marathon features over 70 bands along the course which passes several historic missions and wraps up at the Alamodome. www.rnrsa.com
November 17 – January 6: Light the Way at the University of Incarnate Word
A million twinkling lights will illuminate the night sky at the University of Incarnate Word to celebrate the holiday season in style.This walking or driving experience has been going on for more than two decades and is truly a San Antonio-style holiday event. Free. www.uiw.edu
November 28: FordHolidayRiver Parade and Lighting Ceremony
Held the day following Thanksgiving, the switch is pulled to turn on over 122,000 lights that will illuminate the River Walk until New Year's Day. Decorated floats wind through the river in one of the country's only nighttime river parades. Admission. (210) 227-4262 www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
November 29: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
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Community Events in December 2008!
December 5 – 7: Hecho a Mano/Made by Hand
Fine art exhibit and sale is open to individual artists selling their own original work. In order to maintain a high quality of traditional and contemporary crafts sold every year, Hecho a Mano/Made by Hand is a juried show. Each year an invited panel of jurors selects the participating artists. Sponsored by the Guadalupe Cultural ArtsCenter. 210) 271-3151 www.guadalupeculturalarts.org
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 21: Ford Fiesta de las Luminarias
Experience the Holiday serenity of the River Walk as you stroll along the lush banks of the San AntonioRiver guided by more than 2,500 luminarias. Warmly glowing candles in sand filled bags line the walkways to symbolically mark the "lighting of the way" for Holy Family. This centuries old tradition begins at dusk Friday, Saturday & Sunday only. (210) 227-4262 www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
December 13: Bazar Sábado
Just in time for the holidays, the best in folk art from Mexico is displayed for enjoyment and acquisition (on a Saturday, of course). San AntonioMuseum of Art. (210) 978-8100 www.samuseum.org
December 27: Houston Street Fair & Market
One-day event that takes place monthly and offers San Antonians and their families a place to come together and have fun. The fair features rides, face painting, storytelling, hand-made art and crafts by local artist, drinks, foods and more. Free. (210) 841-3217 www.houstonstreetfairandmarket.com
December 29: Valero Alamo Bowl
Major college football comes to the Alamodome in San Antonio. It features teams from the Big 12 and Big Ten conferences. (210) 226-2695 www.alamobowl.com
December 31: Celebrate San Antonio
Ring in the New Year San Antonio style! Enjoy spectacular fireworks, live music on multiple stages, food booths, family activities and more. On S. Alamo between Durango and Market streets; La Villita and HemisFairPark. Free. (210) 212-8423. www.saparksfoundation.org
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Advice and Counseling!
Local counceling centers, crisis centers and intervention programs.
Cordi-Marion Sisters Grief Seminar
Are you, or someone you know coping with the loss of a loved one?If so, then you are invited to attend the Cordi-Marion seminar, Coping with Grief, on January 30, 2008 from 11:30pm to 1pm.Don’t suffer in silence any longer, make your reservations now. This event will be held at the Cordi-Marion Center located at 11624 Culebra Rd. For more information, contact Clara Q. Soto at 210-798-8220.
Benitia Family Center offers family counseling. Call 433 9300 for more info. Counciling Center: 3103 West Ave. 340-7971 Catholic Counseling and Consultation Center provides individual and family counseling for adults, adolescents and children. (210) 377 1133 Rape Crisis Center: 521 7273...24 hour hotline 210 349 rape (7273) or 800 656 HOPE Violence Intervention Program: For men and women who have been abusive or violent to their partners. 930 3669.
If you have found that drugs are causing you problems, there's a solution. The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using. Give yourself a break. For details log on to: www.eanaonline.org
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Adoption and Foster Parents/Mentors
Adoption resources and other child focused agencies.
Boys & Girls Club of San Antonio
If you’ve ever wanted to mentor a child, here’s the perfect chance to do so!The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio are looking for mature, responsible, caring volunteers to help make a difference in the life of a child.Click here to find out how you can help!
The Refuge House If you’ve ever thought about opening your home and your heart to a child that has been displaced because of neglect or abuse, you will want to attend The Refuge House’s January Foster and Adoptive parent orientation.Spaces are limited, so make your reservation now! For more information, contact The Refuge House at 210-881-0510 or click here.
Families Especial Inc...
Families Especial Inc., a non profit foster care agency is in desperate need of foster parents.They are looking for kind, loving and patient families, that can open their hearts and homes to CPS foster children. If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, contact Mimi Cisneros at 830-816-2266.
Catholic Charities Adoption Services...Services include adoption counseling, home study assessments, post-adoption search and reunion, adoption education, placement services..475 9011Baptist Child and Family Services: Most children are under 6 years of age...208 5637
Great Wall China Adoption…Adopt a child from China. www.gwca.org 1888 GWFAMILY or 210 499 0062 or email robin@gwca.org Children's shelter: informal meetings every Tuesday...212 2581
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Community Resources!
Resources for families needing assistance and support.
VITA Tax Services
Tax season is upon us and you may qualify for free income tax preparation services through VITA.To find out if you qualify, simply call the United Way Hotline at 211 or click here.
Play Zone Summer Program Early registration for the Parks and Recreation’s Play Zone Summer Program, will be offered at all 27 Parks and RecreationCommunity Centers. Registration for youths ages6 to 12 will be held on Saturday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at all 27 locations. Call 210-207-3000 or click here for more details.
Child Poverty With child abduction on the rise in the United States, wouldn’t you want your child to be safe?Guard-A-Kid ID Systems will be giving away free child identification cards at the Northwoods Dental Spa on January 11, 2008.Every child ID’d will also receive a BONUS gift, just for participating!For details, click here.
City Public Service
City Public Service reminds you that Compact Fluorescent bulbs last 10 times longer than an ordinary light bulb and produces about 75% less heat.Available in different sizes and shapes to fit almost any fixture; they are safer to operate than ordinary light bulbs, and can cut energy costs associated with home cooling.If every Texas household replaced just ONE standard bulb with a CFL, we could save enough energy to light over 200,000 Texas homes for a year! For more information on what you can do to conserve, click here.
Enable America
There are over 18 million Americans who are unemployed due to a disability.Yet research shows that people with disabilities have proven to be loyal, dependable employees, who bring a positive outlook to the work place.Enable America, helps break down barriers for people with disabilities to lead active, fulfilling lives. For more information on Enable America, click here.
Camino Real Early Childhood Intervention Babies and toddlers go through many developmental changes early in life, like walking and talking.If your child is under 3 and you are concerned about whether they are developing these skills properly, please contact Camino RealEarly Childhood Intervention(ECI) and schedule a FREE DEVELOPMENTAL EVALUATION. This FREE EVALUATION just takes 15-20 minutes and can be done at home or at your child care location. Call 1-800-491-5201 and ask for ECI.”
Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenting Program APP provides educational programs, professional social work and support services to assist pregnant and parenting teens and their families. (210) 222 1294. Center for Health Care Services Children/Adolescent Crisis and Eligilibility and Enrollment services...358 3495 at 520 N. Medina. Also 223 SAFE for after hours... Guadalupe Home provides a home environment for homeless mothers and their children under the age of one...476 0707.
Lifesaving lesson... When your parents trust you to pick up your kid brother or sister from day care, don't let the kid get away with anything...Strap him or her in the booster seat every trip every time. "4 Steps for Kids is a Lifesaving Lesson for the whole family". A reminder from the National Highway traffic Safety Administration. Parents as Teachers PAT is a teen parent education and family support program that serves families during pregnancy and until 3 years of age. Call 222 1294 for more info.
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