07.06.2023

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53º | Partly cloudy | 20% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:29 a.m. | Sunset 5:48 p.m.

🥤 Thirsty Thursday, anyone?

Drink Up Month begins in San Antonio

Swing by Drank Soda Shop during Drink Up month for 10% off when you should this newsletter. | Photo by Drank Soda Shop

Ready, set, let’s drink + explore through San Antonio’s beverage industry with a glass, cup, or mug. We’re bringing back Drink Up — this time for the entire month of July.

Whether you’re an espresso expert, a craft beer connoisseur, or a mocktail maven, there are many ways to celebrate your favorite drinks all month long — starting with the specialty drinks + deals below.

Featured Drinks

Dos Perros Coffee, Multiple locations
Drink: Did you catch this coffee truck at the Asian Festival in May? They are serving up a house-made favorite, Babinka Latte — using Phillipino coffee from Mount Apo with in-house horchata and topped with coconut milk cold foam.

Fun fact: Dos Perros donates a monthly percentage to local dog rescue groups.

Early Bird Coffee, 11745 I-10 #527
Drink: Strawberry Matcha with Horchata (or with oatmilk) and Lavender Honey Latte with oatmilk — City Editor Adriana’s favorite

SATXtoday: earlybird coffee — Summer time sadeness? Brighten up your day with a strawberry matcha with horchata from Earlybird Coffee Co.
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Photo by EarlyBird Coffee Co.

Deals

Drank Soda Shop, 2610 TPC Pkwy. #109
Drink: Mangonada Drank (Sprite + Chamoy + Mango Puree)
Deal: A special for our readers, show this article at Drank during the month of July, and get a buy one get one of equal or lesser value. One use only.

La Villita Cafe, 418 Villita St.
Drink: Strawberry Coconut Cooler (coconut milk, strawberry puree, and whip cream)
Deal: 10% off for SATXtoday readers.

Breakaway Brewing, 1518 E. Grayson St.
Drink: Lanterne Rouge (a light bright Saison brewed with raspberries and hibiscus)
Deal: SATXtoday readers that mention Drink Up San Antonio + order a Lanterne Rouge will receive 10% off of their total ticket. Discount is valid one redemption per customer.

SATXtoday: Breakaway Brewing — Did you know Lanterne Rouge refers to the competitor in last place in the Tour de France? This Lanterne Rouge however, should inspire competitors to cross the finish line, as it is a light bright Saison brewed with Raspberries and Hibiscus.
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Photo by Breakaway Brewing

Don’t forget to use the hashtag #DrinkUpMonth on social media, and tag @SATXtoday for a chance to be featured. We can’t wait to see what you’re sippin’.

Events

Thursday, July 6

Beer, Bacon, Bingo (and Brains) | Thursday, July 6 | 7-10 p.m. | Alamo Beer Company, 202 Lamar St., San Antonio | Free | Join this local brewery for a special night of games, drinks, and snacks.
Summer Night City | Thursday, July 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston St., San Antonio | Free | Hang out with Texas Public Radio + Department of Arts & Culture and enjoy live music by Westcreek and Sloth.
Turtle Racing | Thursday, July 6 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Little Woodrow’s Stone Oak, 606 W. Afton Oaks Blvd., San Antonio | Free | Come out for season seven of this weekly racing event and stay after for the DJ.

Friday, July 7

Poolside with Fuzion | Friday, July 7, Friday, July 14 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Omni La Mansion Del Rio, 112 College St., San Antonio | Free | Enjoy happy hour and live music poolside at this luxury hotel.
Dog Meet Up | Friday, July 7 | 8 p.m. | Texas Dog Co., 4302 Hyatt Pl. Dr., San Antonio | Free | Calling all schnauzers and their parents for a night out at this local bar and food truck park.
Fiesta Noche del Rio | Friday, July 7 | 8:30-10:15 p.m. | Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St., San Antonio | $8-$20 | Join the Alamo Kiwanis Club for a night of live music, dancing, colorful costumes, drinks and snacks in support of children’s charities.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Sports

Let’s say good-bye to Spurs forward, Keita Bates-Diop. The Spurs announced the player’s departure via Instagram late yesterday. Bates-Diop signed a two-year, $5 million deal with the Phoenix Suns and will join the team for the upcoming NBA season. (ESPN)

Arts

The City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture announced Centro de Artes will temporarily close as they change out exhibits. The museum will reopen Thursday, August 10 and will feature a new exhibit, “From SA to SA: An Exhibition of Panamerican Documentary Photography.”

Number

235%. That’s how much home values have increased in the 78203 zip code near the Alamodome — between 2016 and 2023. Meaning the average home value in this neighborhood jumped from $55,287 in 2016 to $185,505 in 2023. This is the second-highest increase in Texas during that period. (SA Current)

Festival

SA Local Market is looking for vendors for its pop-up mercado on Monday, July 24 for National Tequila Day at Market Square from 7 to 10 p.m. Interested? Businesses will need to fill out an application. Space is limited for this event.

Eat

Black Laboratory Brewing added five new items to its menu — the FAT STAX sandwiches. Come try the BLT, Prosciutto Ricotta, Veggie, Spicy Italian, or the Grilled Chicken Parmesan. All sandwiches are served with house-made chips. These FAT STAX sandwiches are offered daily and are expected to go quickly.

Real Estate

Sabot Development recently sold its 1.5-acre property across the river from the Pearl to Oxbow Development Group. The land’s value, according to the Bexar Appraisal District, is $5.1 million. Oxbow plans to build a mix-use space: “workforce” housing units, retail space, and parking. (Express News)

Shop

If you’re looking to buy a new pair of sunglasses this summer, you’re in luck. Our online store (Six & Main) has you covered with a variety of polarized, floating sunglasses… that’s right they float in the water. Find your perfect pair now.

Pets

🐶 Furever homes needed

Animal Care Services and SA Pets Alive! host Empty the Shelters event

The organization’s Headin’ Home Program transports dogs to rescue partners in other states where space is available. | Photo by San Antonio Pets Alive!

Have you been wanting to add a furry member to your family? San Antonio Animal Care Services (SAACS) and San Antonio Pets Alive! (SAPA!) are hosting an adoption event — Empty the Shelters — sponsored by the BISSELL Pet Foundation. This event — happening across 44 states — aims to save the lives of shelter pets through placement and ease overcrowded facilities.

For every pet SAACS + SAPA! can place with a furever family, the foundation will provide donations to each organization. The funds go right back into helping more animals.

Here’s what you need to know:

Located at 4710 State Hwy 151
Reduced adoption fees of $25
Adoptions include dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens
Happening through Monday, July 31

All adoptions are first come, first served, and SAACS + SAPA! processes and policies apply. All pets adopted from these organizations are sterilized, vaccinated (first round of shots), and are microchipped with a free lifetime registration.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Adriana

From the editor

Has anyone gotten their hands on a Wemby jersey? I saw on Draft Night, fans who attended the Spurs’ official draft party at the AT&T Center were able to purchase them. My sister’s birthday is next week and she’s a huge Spurs fan. I’m thinking about getting her one if they’re not too hard to get a hold of. I know she’ll love it.

The best part — as her little sister — I get to borrow it.

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