06.16.2023

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🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ resources

10 LGBTQ+ organizations to know in San Antonio

A barge full of people holding signs is traveling down a river. The boat's exterior is covered in silver sparkles, and a rainbow sign reads, "love is love."

The annual San Antonio Pride River Parade included over 17 colorful river barges on Saturday, May 31. | Photo by SATXtoday from 2024

While all the Pride events happening this month can be a lot of fun, June is also about the visibility + inclusivity of the LQBTQ+ and ally community.

Here’s a list of local organizations and groups that support the LGBTQ+ community.

Just Us Lesbians (JUL)

This social Meetup group offers a safe space for healthy socialization through weekly, monthly, and recurring annual activities.

San Antonio LGBT Chamber of Commerce

This Chamber of Commerce amplifies the voices and contributions of LGBTQ+ owned and allied business in San Antonio. Stay up to date on its weekly events.

San Antonio Gender Association (SAGA)

SAGA is a supportive space for the gender diverse San Antonio community that explores issues and public policy involving gender identity, peer support, and fellowship.

Fiesta Youth

The San Antonio nonprofit youth organization provides a safe place for LGBTQ+ young people with field trips, game nights, regular parent meetings, play groups for younger kids, and more.

Pride Center San Antonio

This center provides community resources for health, support, education, activities, and advocacy. Some resources include Binders for Brothers SA and free STI testing. View the full list of programs.

Alamo Area Resource Center

This health-focused org provides services like free HIV/STI testing, gender-affirming care, and pop-up clinics.

4 more organizations

Events

Friday, June 16

Juneteenth Farmers Market | Friday, June 16 | 6-9 p.m. | Gardopia Gardens, 619 N. New Braunfels Ave., San Antonio | Free | Join the community at this local Summer Solstice Farmers Market including local vendors, music, fruit tree adoption.
Colin Jost | Friday, June 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St., San Antonio | $39.50-$69.50 | Catch the “Saturday Night Live” star on his stand-up tour.

Saturday, June 17

Father’s Day Painting | Saturday, June 17 | Times vary | The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St., San Antonio | $35-$45 | Celebrate dad with a painting session by local artist Gio DiZurita.
Juneteenth Festival | Saturday, June 17 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | Commanche Park #2 , 2600 Rigsby Ave., San Antonio | Free | Come to this annual family-friendly festival and enjoy live music, food, and drinks.
Super Fun Saturday | Saturday, June 17 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Yanaguana Garden, 434 S. Alamo St., San Antonio | Free | Cool off in the Union Pacific Railroad Splash Pad with this family friendly event.
Hija De Tu Madre | Saturday, June 17 | 4-10 p.m. | Besame, 511 E. Grayson St., San Antonio | Free | Check out this Latina lifestyle brand pop-up Troka at this second San Antonio location.
Murder Mystery Event | Saturday, June 17 | 7 p.m. | Cactus Oak Tavern, 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr., San Antonio | $60 | Bring out the detective trench coat for this murder mystery event featuring drinks + appetizers.
Pop Up Pulga with Very That | Saturday, June 17 | 7-11 p.m. | Brick at Blue Star, 108 Blue Star, San Antonio | Free | Come shop a local an indoor market in Southtown.

Sunday, June 18

Halcyon Brunch with DJs Reg Cruz + Jevonchi | Sunday, June 18 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Halcyon, 1414 S. Alamo St., San Antonio | Free | Enjoy brunch with live music and a drag show.
Summer Film Series | Sunday, June 18 | 1-4 p.m. | The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St., San Antonio | $8-$14 | Bring the family and enjoy a showing of the “Wild Wild West.”

Events calendar here

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Active

A group of runners at the start of a marathon

Runners can compete in the Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K. | Photo provided by Athlete Guild

Attention runners: Lace up your shoes and experience America the beautiful with The Stars and Stripes Half Marathon on Saturday, July 22. With a start + finish at New Braunfels’ Stars and Stripes Drive-In Theatre and set on scenic country roads, this race is one of the fastest and flattest races in our region. Runners of all skill levels are invited to participate — and receive a t-shirt + medal at the finish line.

Registration for the half marathon starts at $85. Pro tip: Register before Friday, July 7 to avoid a price bump.

Lace up, San Antonio

News Notes

Cause

The San Antonio Food Bank is looking for volunteers for its next mega food distribution. The organization needs over 100 volunteers for Friday, June 23 at Gus Stadium from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Training for volunteers will take place on site the day of the event. Sign up to volunteer.

Coming Soon

Buc-ee’s is officially coming to Boerne along I-10 and US 87. The paperwork filed states the franchise will break ground on the 53,000-sqft travel center this October. Construction is estimated to be completed on the $38 million project by October 2024.

Health

Tomorrow, Metro Health and Walzem Family YMCA will host a men’s health fair and basketball tournament. Hoops and Health will feature produce giveaways, a cooking demo, community vendors, and information about Metro Health’s Diabetes Garage initiative. Stop by 5538 Walzem Rd. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Northside ISD Trustees have approved a new compensation package. Staff will see a 3% increase in pay — as much as $2,000 — for the 2023-2024 school year. The Trustees also approved a one-time retention payment for employees hired on or before September 1, 2023.

Real Estate

California-based real estate investor Omninet Capital will auction its San Antonio office building in late July. Currently, 45% of the office space is leased out. The starting bid for the building located at 6100 Bandera Rd. is under its $10.5 million appraisal value at $2.2 million. (SA Business Journal)

Announced

UTSA announced Monica Perales as the new Associate Vice Provost for the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures (ITC). Currently, she is an associate professor at the University of Houston and serves as director of the Center for Public History. Monica will begin her duties on Friday, September 1.

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Nearly 70% of Providence Catholic School students receive tuition assistance. Want to help out? San Antonians can make a difference by donating to PCS’ Adopt-A-Student program, which supports the school’s academics and extracurricular activities. Learn more and make a donation.*

Wellness

Looking to boost focus? Try NativePath’s Antarctic Krill Oil — a powerful blend of Omega-3s and antioxidants that can support energy levels and overall wellness. Learn more.*

Eat

🌭 Hot diggity dog

Six spots to grab a hot dog in San Antonio, TX

Grab a Mexican chilli dog from El Chunky. | Photo by El Chunky

Sun’s out, buns out — hot dog buns, that is. From community grillouts to baseball game brats, summer really is the season of the hot dog. That’s why we’ve rounded up six local spots to get your frank fix.

Chicago Hot Dogs, 12914 Jones Maltsberger Rd.

Just east of McAllister Park, this hot dog spot serves up traditional Chicago-styled franks seven days a week.

Pro tip: Order the #7 and build your own hot dog.

The HotDogOlogist, 114 N. Ellison Dr. #106

This spot is bringing New York-style hot dogs to the Alamo City with a Texas twist.

Pro tip: Can’t go wrong with the 210 Dog or the Fiesta Dog.

El Chunky, Multiple locations

The self proclaimed chunkiest franks in town, this stand serves up 9-inch hot dogs with classic toppings and Mexican flavors.

Pro tip: Visit the new brick + mortar location or grab a dog at their food truck at El Camino.

3 more locations

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Adriana

From the editor

Are y’all ready for the NBA Draft next week? There are so many places to watch the draft in San Antonio— bars, your couch, the AT&T Center — I can’t decide where to go. It will definitely be a game time decision.

I’m so excited for Victor Wembanyama to join the team. Have you seen the mural of Wembanyama?

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