Plus, the Alamo Collections Center is now open.
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Sound on 🎧

Explore San Antonio music genres with Every Noise at Once
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Queue these up — we think you’ll feel right at home. | Photo by Adrian Korte via Unsplash
Every good story needs a soundtrack, and ours is no exception. We could just pick one — but you know we love a deep dive.

Every Noise at Once is Spotify’s algorithmically generated scatter plot of music genres, from “German dark minimal techno” to “neo-trad doom metal” to “classical saxophone quartet,” and literally everything in between.

Here’s where Every Noise sorts some of our favorite local artists, plus national acts from the same genre — perfect for a hike around San Antonio.

Selena | Tejano
Spotify recommends:
Austin Mahone | Post-teen pop
Spotify recommends:
Girl in a Coma | San Antonio indie
Spotify recommends:
George Strait | Country road
Spotify recommends:
Butthole Surfers | Noise rock
Spotify recommends:
How did it do? Explore Every Noise yourself and tell us your pick for SATX’s top genres.
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Monday, March 6
  • Pizza Patrón San Pedro Grand Opening | Monday, Mar. 6 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | Pizza Patron, 1107 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio | Free | The first 86 guests will receive a free 5 Meat Carnes personal pizza, in honor of Pizza Patrón’s founding date of 1986.
Tuesday, March 7
  • Women’s Day Networking Event | Tuesday, Mar. 7 | 5-7 p.m. | Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, 600 E. Market St., San Antonio | Free | Enjoy live music, appetizers, beer specials, and raffle prizes at this happy hour event in honor of International Women’s Day.
Wednesday, March 8
  • Composting Workshop | Wednesday, Mar. 8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Gardens, 555 Funston Pl., San Antonio | Join the Bexar County Master Gardeners to learn how to use your leaves, grass clippings, and vegetable scraps to strengthen the soil in your garden, beds, and lawn.
Thursday, March 9
  • Teen Anime & Manga Club | Thursday, Mar. 9 | 5 p.m. | New Braunfels Library, 700 E. Common St., New Braunfels | Free | Join other teens in discussing all things Japanese pop culture.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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How Rice University can prep your high school student for college ✏️
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If your child is intrigued by a certain subject and would like to explore it in-depth before college, here is their chance. | Photo provided by Rice University
Calling all parents of high schoolers: The Rice University Precollege Online Program provides high school students with valuable insights and tools from expert practitioners working at the center of their respective fields in today’s most sought-after industries.

The program is designed for students who wish to dive deeper into a subject that piques their interest, such as genome engineering or physiology.

Pro tip: Because the program is available year-round, and 100% online, you can study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.*
STUDY WITH RICE UNIVERSITY THIS SUMMER

Weather
  • 86º | Partly cloudy | 24% chance of rain
Announced
  • The 2023-2024 season of Broadway in San Antonio will feature eight shows, including “Annie,” “Beetlejuice,” and “The Book of Mormon.” The season will kick off with “Six” on Tuesday, Oct. 10. See the full lineup and subscribe to attend all season. Tickets to individual shows will go on sale soon. 🎭
Civic
  • The City of San Antonio is launching a program that will give funds to local music venues, bars, and restaurants to make renovations that will lower their noise decibel levels. Local businesses can apply for funds Monday, March 27 through Friday, April 14. Funding will be distributed throughout April and May. (KSAT)
Now Open
  • The 24,000-sqft Alamo Collections Center opened last Friday, March 3. The center houses the Phil Collins Collection, Alamo Collection, Donald and Louise Yena Spanish Colonial Collection, and 10,000 sqft of gallery space featuring 500+ artifacts. It is located at the Alamo Complex behind the Alamo Church. (KSAT)
Environment
  • VIA Metropolitan Transit is adding eight all-electric buses to its fleet in 2023 as part of its “ongoing commitment to cleaner, greener transit options for San Antonio.” Each bus will have a 38-passenger capacity and a range of ~150 miles. Expect the new buses to be rolled out later this year. 🚌
Kids
  • Does your kiddo love video games? Registration is now open for the San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology’s summer camp programs. The camps are available for rising second through 12th graders, and topics include graphic design, Minecraft survival, video game design, robotics, and eSports. 🎮
Travel
  • What’s your vacation vibe — cozy, luxurious, or chic? For a cozy stay, look no further than this snug and cheerful getaway on beachy St. Simons Island, Georgia. For luxury, book this lush Hawaiian resort on the island of Kaua’i. And for the chicest of stays, peep this renovated house in downtown Charleston.*
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Gifting made simple 🎁

25 gift ideas for every budget
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We may have to buy this portable campfire for ourselves. | Photo via Uncommon Goods
Whether you’re looking for a birthday gift, a housewarming present, or a little something that says “I’m thinking of you,” we’ve curated a guide with 25 gifts that fit any budget. Here’s a glimpse:

Spiral taper candles ($14.99+) | This set of three comes in 12+ different colors so you can choose one that best complements your loved one’s style. Bonus: Snag a pair of matching glass candlestick holders.

Rain cloud plant waterer ($24.97) | For the friend that loves plants and could use a fun way to spice up their plant watering routine.

Portable campfire ($30) | Who says you have to go camping to enjoy a campfire? With this portable campfire, roast marshmallows any time, anywhere.

Sleek rice cooker ($44.99+) | Rice maker, but make it fashionable. We don’t know what’s better — the chic finish or how good their rice will taste.

Grand majesty orchid ($129.99) | Brighten up any room with the 2023 flower of the year.*
20 MORE UNBEATABLE GIFTS
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Emily.

Editor’s pick: Giant fairy tale creatures are coming to the San Antonio Botanical Garden on Saturday, May 6. The exhibit, known as “Imaginary Worlds: Once Upon a Time,” will feature towering living sculptures — like dragons and mermaids — made up of thousands of plants.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Learn how you can celebrate Contemporary Art Month, here.
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