April Events in San Antonio
Monday March 31, 2008
April is almost upon us and it's a very busy month in the San Antonio area. We have the 2008 NCAA Final Four, Poteet Strawberry Festival, and of course, ... Read More
UCLA and North Carolina Headed to Final Four
Sunday March 30, 2008
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The UCLA Bruins defeated the Xavier Musketeers 76-57 on Saturday, becoming the first team to earn a trip to San Antonio for the Final Four. ... Read More
This Weekend in San Antonio
Friday March 28, 2008
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In addition to the events that we've mentioned in recent days, plenty of other activities are happening in San Antonio this weekend.
Here are ... Read More
Nitro Jam 2008 at San Antonio Raceway
Thursday March 27, 2008
If you love racing, head out to the San Antonio Raceway on Friday, April 4th through Sunday, April 6th for the Nitro Jam 2008 Texas Amalie Motor Oil Nationals. You ... Read More
Houston Street Fair & Market
Thursday March 27, 2008
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This month's Houston Street Fair & Market takes place this Saturday, March 29th from Noon to 6:00pm in downtown San Antonio on Houston Street East. This month's theme is ... Read More
14th Annual Basura Bash
Wednesday March 26, 2008
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Help keep the rivers and creeks in the San Antonio area clean. This Saturday, March 29, 2008 is the 14th annual Basura Bash.
Trash ... Read More
CineMujer Film Festival
Monday March 24, 2008
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The CineMujer Film Festival features international films by and about women. The annual festival begins this Friday, March 28th and runs through Saturday, April 5th.
The ... Read More
Spurs Top Mavericks
Monday March 24, 2008
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The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to three games with a victory over the rival Dallas Mavericks on Sunday afternoon. The Spurs, who were ... Read More
Interfaith Celebration
Monday March 24, 2008
Tuesday is the César E. Chávez Interfaith Celebration.
This annual event unites all faiths around San Antonio as we honor the César Chávez through both song and prayer. This year's ... Read More
Happy Easter San Antonio
Sunday March 23, 2008
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Wishing all of you a very Happy Easter today! If you don't celebrate Easter, then I hope you are having an enjoyable first weekend of spring.
Enjoy ... Read More
Community Easter Egg Hunts
Saturday March 22, 2008
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On Saturday, March 22nd, several community Easter egg hunts are happening around San Antonio.
Children between 2-8 years old are invited to the easter egg hunt at the San ... Read More
Spurs Snap Four Game Losing Streak
Friday March 21, 2008
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After losing four straight games, the San Antonio Spurs got a much needed win on Thursday night when they defeated the Chicago Bulls by a final score ... Read More
"Via Crucis" Today at Milam Park
Friday March 21, 2008
"Via Crucis" is taking place today in downtown San Antonio. This yearly reenactment of "The Passion" is put on by the San Fernando Cathedral every year on Good Friday. Extremely ... Read More
Making Cascarones
Thursday March 20, 2008
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With Easter on its way and Fiesta right around the corner, San Antonians are getting ready to make (or purchase) cascarones.
Cascarones are confetti-filled eggs, which ... Read More
Fiesta Centralized Ticket Sales
Wednesday March 19, 2008
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If you are looking to get tickets to all of Fiesta's top events, such as Oyster Bake, NIOSA and many more, tickets will go on sale at ... Read More
San Antonio Honors Cesar Chavez
Tuesday March 18, 2008
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Each year San Antonio honors César Chávez with a series of events throughout the month of March, leading up to the annual César E. Chávez ... Read More
Easter Brunch in San Antonio
Monday March 17, 2008
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While many San Antonians spend Easter picnicking at the park, others choose to dine out at one of San Antonio's top restaurants.
Several of these restaurants offer brunch ... Read More
More St. Patrick's Day Fun
Monday March 17, 2008
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You probably had your fill of St. Patrick's Day activities this weekend with all the parades and festivals. But if you feel like going out tonight, plenty is happening around ... Read More
Fiesta Arts Fair
Sunday March 16, 2008
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Fiesta San Antonio will be here before you know it. This year, the fabulous 10-day festival runs from Friday, April 18, 2008 - Sunday, ... Read More
Spurs Drop Another Game
Sunday March 16, 2008
Not too long ago, the San Antonio Spurs were riding an 11-game winning streak. Now the team has dropped five of its last six games, including a loss against the ... Read More
This Weekend in San Antonio
Friday March 14, 2008
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Whether you are looking for something to do with your whole family or with someone special, there's plenty fun events and activities in San Antonio.
Don't ... Read More
Alamo Irish Festival Begins Friday
Thursday March 13, 2008
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The 3-day Alamo Irish Festival begins on Friday, celebrating Irish culture through food, music, dance and the street parade.
Head down to La Villita and the ... Read More
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
Thursday March 13, 2008
First came the movie and the stage production. And now, the "High School Musical" phenomenon is on ice in a national tour.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour is coming ... Read More
Silver Stars Sign Becky Hammon to an Extension
Wednesday March 12, 2008
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The San Antonio Silver Stars have signed All-Star guard Becky Hammon to a contract extension through 2011.
After spending eight seasons with the New York Liberty, ... Read More
Luminaria Arts Night in San Antonio
Tuesday March 11, 2008
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UTSA's Institute of Texan Cultures is offering free admission from 5 to 10 p.m. this Saturday, March 15th for Luminaria Arts Night.
San Antonio's cultural arts ... Read More
Peter Rabbit at Steven Stoli Playhouse
Monday March 10, 2008
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Peter Rabbit is playing at the Backyard Theatre at Steven Stoli Playhouse on Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10am and Saturdays at 11am from now through April 12, ... Read More
Irish Heritage Day
Sunday March 9, 2008
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Today is the 10th Annual Irish Heritage Day in San Antonio. The festival of events includes Irish music, dance, food and more.
Irish Heritage Day is held at Leon ... Read More
Spring Forward for Daylight Saving Time
Saturday March 8, 2008
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On Sunday at 2:00 a.m., Daylight Saving Time begins. So, don't forget to move your clocks ahead one hour.
It also recommended that you change the batteries ... Read More
Nuggets End Spurs Winning Streak at 11
Saturday March 8, 2008
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The San Antonio Spurs traveled to Denver with an 11-game winning streak. After 48 minutes of action, the Denver Nuggets ended San Antonio’s streak and handed ... Read More
Healthy Baby & Child Expo
Friday March 7, 2008
This Healthy Baby & Child Expo takes place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center this weekend. The expo offers informative seminars, activities and entertainment for the whole family.
Health ... Read More
International Women's Day March
Friday March 7, 2008
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San Antonio's International Women's Day March begins at Travis Park on Saturday, March 8, 2007 at 10:00am and ends at Milam Park, where there will be ... Read More
The Japanese Tea Garden Set to Re-open
Thursday March 6, 2008
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After being shut down for five years, one of San Antonio's most beautiful landmarks is set to re-open. The Japanese Tea Garden has undergone $1.6 million in renovations ... Read More
Tejano Music Awards and Fan Fair
Thursday March 6, 2008
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The 28th Tejano Music Awards takes place tonight, Thursday, March 6th on the La Villita Assembly Hall Patio at 7:00pm. The evening's events include the awards show, ... Read More
Harp & Shamrock Golf Scramble
Tuesday March 4, 2008
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The San Antonio St. Patrick's Day events are beginning already.
This Friday, March 7, 2008, the 28th Annual Harp & Shamrock Golf Scramble will take place at Woodlake ... Read More
Dawn at The Alamo
Tuesday March 4, 2008
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This Thursday, March 6th from 6:00-7:00am, the Dawn at The Alamo ceremony takes places at Alamo Plaza. After the ceremony, everyone heads to the Menger Hotel for breakfast.
The ... Read More
Remember to Vote on Tuesday
Monday March 3, 2008
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As most of you know, the presidential primary will be held in Texas on Tuesday, March 4th.
If you are registered to vote, but don't know where ... Read More
This Month in San Antonio
Sunday March 2, 2008
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Many terrific events are taking place in San Antonio in March, including festivals, concerts and parades.
Don't miss out on any of the St. Patrick's Day fun, events honoring Cesar ... Read More
Chuck Wagon Cook-Off and Heritage Gathering
Saturday March 1, 2008
Today is the annual Chuck Wagon Cook-Off and Heritage Gathering in Boerne.
The festival benefits the Agricultural Heritage Museum. Bring your whole family out to Boerne to enjoy the chuck ... Read More
