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There’s a perfect present for every mom

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for every mom

Every mom deserves a special gift from our Mother’s Day Gift Guide. | Graphic provided by 6AM City

This year, instead of grabbing a last-minute present from the store, why not get the mom figure in your life a gift that is truly unique?

To help you out, we’ve created a gift guide featuring items from our online store, Six & Main, as well as products we love from other popular brands.

Moms are important to us all year, but Mother’s Day is when we can really show how special they truly are to us. From presents for the food and beverage fan to the art collector, let this gift guide lead you to the perfect present.

The outdoor enthusiast

Let mom enjoy the outdoors and drink wine without the mess with these non-tipping wine coolers by Toadfish.
Don’t forget to add this Capers Solid Pine Adirondack Chair by Palmetto Craft to make the outdoor experience even better.
If mom loves spending time hitting the trails, these water and stain-repellent pants by Columbia are a must.

The art collector

Add to mom’s art collection with pieces featuring dramatic skies, panoramic mountain vistas, and small-town area street scenes by Jeff Pittman Art.
For coastal vibes, explore colorful artwork by Dream a little ART SC.
If the walls are already full of beautiful art, fear not. This modern ceramic vase is the perfect decorative accent. Bonus: this vibrant coffee table book is chock-full of exquisite scenes from Mykonos.

The fashion lover

Add to your mom’s jewelry collection with these gate arches earrings by Cori Rose Jewelry, which pair perfectly with sarongs from Honeyluv Designs LLC.

While this list is a great way to start shopping for mom, we’re working to grow our store, Six and Main, and would love to add more local vendors. If you know any local brands we should be promoting, let us know.

Wait, there’s more... Click the button below to explore presents for mothers who love home decor, snacks, beverages, and more.

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Events

Friday, April 28

2023 KSAT12 Battle of Flowers® Party | Friday, Apr. 28 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | 609 Avenue E, 609 Ave. E, San Antonio | $41.99 | Spend the morning with KSAT news anchors and insiders for drinks, food, and a great view of the Battle of Flowers parade.
Fiesta® Carnival | Friday, Apr. 28 | 12 p.m.-12 a.m. | Alamodome, 100 Montana St., San Antonio | $7-$40 | Come celebrate this fan favorite Fiesta event with classic carnival rides and food.
Jazz in the Garden | Friday, Apr. 28 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Japanese Tea Garden , 3853 N. St. Mary’s St. , San Antonio | The Japanese Tea Garden is hosting their Spring Concert Series with this week’s musical guest being Three Swings & A Miss.
Beats ‘N’ Brews | Friday, Apr. 28-Saturday, Apr. 29 | 7-10 p.m. | Santikos Cibolo, 18124 Interstate 35 N. , Cibolo | Catch your favorite flick and after enjoy live music and drink specials at Santikos Cibolo.

Saturday, April 29

Fiesta For Our Girls | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 1-4 p.m. | Providence Catholic School, 1215 N. St Mary’s St., San Antonio | Free | San Antonians are invited to enjoy Fiesta food, fun, and games before the Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade on the historic campus of Providence Catholic School.*
Schoolhouse Rock Live! | Saturday, Apr. 29-Sunday, Apr. 30 | Times vary | The Magik Theatre, 420 S Alamo St, San Antonio | $18.50 | Come watch the Schoolhouse Rock gang help ease Tom’s nerves about his first day of teaching.
Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show! | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 6-9 p.m. | Sheraton Gunter Hotel, 205 East Houston St., San Antonio | $63.99 | Tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while feasting on dinner — the suspect may be among you.
Fiesta® De Los Reyes | Saturday, Apr. 29-Sunday, Apr. 30 | Times vary | Historic Market Square, 514 W. Commerce St, San Antonio | Free | Join this Fiesta event full of live music from local + national talent and the best food in San Antonio.
2023 Wellness at the Tobin Resolution Brunch | Saturday, Apr. 29 | Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio | Free | Try new forms of exercise like yoga and Zumba, or follow along with a guided meditation all in one event.

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News Notes

Development

Yesterday, the city began installing Cool Pavement in 10 local districts to help reduce the city’s urban heat island effect. This water-based asphalt treatment can reduce spikes in temperature by reflecting more sunlight and absorbing less heat. See when your district will have the cool pavement installed.

Announced

We have ourselves a special look at the San Antonio Zoo’s upcoming gorilla habitat. Titled Congo Falls, the gorillas will live inside the newly announced event center where guests will overlook — in addition to gorillas— lions and giraffes. The center and habitat are set to open in 2025. (KSAT12)
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is logging onto the esports scene with ESIX Gaming powered by Coca-Cola™. This new gaming campus will feature an event stage, 50 gaming stations, bar, and a live streaming station. The park is also collaborating with UTSA’s Roadrunner Gaming, to seek event and facility feedback.

San Antonian

¡Viva Fiesta! We have a new Fiesta king —King Rey Feo LXXIV Laurence Kurth. Larry Kurth served the Fiesta San Antonio Commission as Presidential Appointee, Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President, President Elect and then President of the Fiesta Commission in 2005.

Outdoors

A-maze-ing. A 10-acre sunflower maze is returning to the city at Traders Village. The grand opening is scheduled for May 19 and will run through June 12. Various admission prices are available. (MySA)

Civic

Local nonprofit SAMMinistries has received two separate investments totaling $18 million to fight homelessness. The funds will come from a Department of Housing and Urban Development grant ($7.9 million), and a voter approved housing bond ($11.1 million) from December 2022. (SA Current)

Environment

SAWS is offering incentives to locals to replace their grass with drought resistant flower beds, with up to $400 in coupons. Residents must apply by Oct. 15 and have 200 sqft of grass to remove, per coupon.

Opening

There’s a new vintage shop in town. Pink Dreams Vintage will host a grand opening this Saturday, April 29 from 12 p.m.-7 p.m. at 726 Fredericksburg Road. Attendees can expect live music, giveaways and refreshments.
QuikTrip is celebrating their 1,000 store milestone with a grand opening tomorrow in Converse (933 S. Seguin Rd.). This family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a DJ, free samples from the kitchen, and spinning a wheel for giveaways.

Theater

Aaron Sorkin’s 2018 stage production of Harper Lee’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” is coming to the Majestic Theater from Tuesday, May 2 to Sunday, May 7. This adaptation is told from the perspective of Atticus Finch rather than his young daughter Scout, from the novel. Tickets are on sale now. (San Antonio Current)

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Fiesta is winding down this weekend but there’s still time to party! The Fiesta Flambeau Parade is one of my favorite events of the year, the colorful floats, music, and of course City Editor’s Adriana’s favorite snack: chicken-on-a-stick.

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