07.12.2023

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💕 All pink everything

Barbie-themed events and parties in San Antonio

Check out these Barbie-themed markets and parties around the 210. | Photo by Warner Bros. Pictures

Come on Barbie let’s go party all over San Antonio. Fans around the city Ken-not wait for the release of the Barbie movie in theaters Friday, July 21 (there are still plenty of pre-sale tickets left for opening weekend) with pink-themed markets, dance parties, crafting, brunches and more. Here are a few:

Barbie Candle “Bar” Takeover, 1010 South Flores, Suite 106

Visit Mission Crafts now through Sunday, July 16 to pour your own Barbie-themed candle. Customers can use pink waxes, glitter, and pink accessories (like makeup and heels). As a bonus, they also have a scent menu inspired by their favorite Malibu girl. Space is limited so make a reservation today.

Barbie Market and Brunch, 632 Hemisfair Blvd.

Texas Markets and Box St. All Day are partnering up to throw a Barbie-themed market and brunch party. Swing by Sunday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for drink specials, Instagrammable photo ops, local vendors, and Barbie-themed decorations.

SATXtoday: barbie drink — Come try the Box Street’s drink of the month, *Barbie Beach Club* with vodka, orange liqueur, watermelon, cucumber, and lime.
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Photo by The Box Street Social

Let’s Go Party: A Barbie Inspired Dance Night, 1223 Houston St.

The Rock Box is hosting a Barbie-inspired dance party Friday, August 11 starting at 8:30 p.m. Come experience Barbie-inspired photo walls, themed cocktails, a costume contest, and listen to the movie’s soundtrack featuring Lizzo, Dua Lipa, Ice Spice, and more. Tickets are $25 and still available.

Barbie Girl Market, 145 W Olmos Dr.

Need an outfit for your next Barbie event? Stop by Buffalo Outlet San Antonio on Saturday, July 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. for its Barbie Girl Market. Customers have a chance to pick up pink clothing + accessories for $8 or less, find Barbiecore outfit inspiration, and shop a variety of local vendors.

Events

Wednesday, July 12

Power Fitness Class | Wednesday, July 12 | Times vary | Thompson Hotel, 115 Lexington Ave., San Antonio | $20 | Start your day with a poolside fitness class hosted by a personal trainer.
Wine Tasting | Wednesday, July 12 | 5-9 p.m. | Copa Wine Bar, 19141 Stone Oak Pkwy, San Antonio | $30 | Come try six wines from Lake County, California and enjoy 25% off tasting bottles.
Dave Chappelle Live | Wednesday, July 12 | 7:30 p.m. | AT&T Center, 1 AT&T Center Parkway, San Antonio | $63.50-$253.50 | Come watch a performance by this award-winning American comedian and actor.

Thursday, July 13

Boozy Bingo | Thursday, July 13 | 4-6 p.m. | Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate, 1502 Howard St., San Antonio | Free | Bring a friend for this game night fundraiser.
Summer Night City | Thursday, July 13 | 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 The Way the World Ends and Elise Road.
Turtle Racing | Thursday, July 13 | 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.

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Finance

The last checking account you’ll ever need

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The direct deposit feature even allows you to get your paycheck up to two days early. | Photo provided by United Texas Credit Union

Every checking account should come with great perks — otherwise, what’s the point?

United Texas Credit Union’s Ultimate Checking Account is named for its seemingly-endless benefits, including:

Unlimited cash back on purchases
Real-time fraud protection against ID theft
Cell phone protection plan to cover up to $400 in repairs
Rideshare protection to cover up to $10,000 of accident medical expenses
24-hour roadside assistance
Overdraft privilege for qualifying members

Now that’s what we call smart swiping.

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News Notes

Biz

San Antonio-based developer Darkhive Inc. won a $5 million contract from Small Business Innovation Research to develop software for the US Air Force. Using these funds, the company will integrate and test next-generation autonomy software for drones. (Express News)

Closed

Cha-Cha’s New Gen Cafe, a San Antonio Tex-Mex staple, permanently shut down its Leon Valley location last Sunday (July 9) after reopening under new direction in 2021. The popular local restaurant announced the closure via Facebook and thanked its customers who supported the restaurant. (MySA)

Number

$80+ million. That’s how much Coach Gregg Popovich’s new five-year contract is with the Spurs, sources tell ESPN. It’s the highest coaching salary in NBA history. Coach Pop has been with the team since 1988 and took over as head coach in December 1996.

Show

Grupo Frontera is coming on Friday, August 25 to the Freeman Coliseum for their EL COMIENZO TOUR 2023. The group is known for its Coachella performance and songs with Bad Bunny + Peso Pluma. Presale starts at 10 a.m. tomorrow with code “TULUM” and general public tickets are available Friday. (KSAT12)

Eat

Krazy Katsu announced it’s opening a second location in the Medical Center. The husband-and-wife duo, Phillip and Jessica Gonyea, opened their first location in Olmos Park in 2002 and have been serving up chicken sandwiches since. No details have been released about its grand opening date.

Ranked

Did you know we have the third highest number of board game and trading card shops in the country? That’s why San Antonio was ranked No. 3 on Lawn Love’s “2023’s Geekiest Cities” list. Two other Texas cities, Austin and Houston, also placed in the Top 10.

Kids

Say cheese. Mean Green Photos will host a back-to-school photo event tomorrow at Wonderland Mall from 6 to 9 p.m. The mini photoshoot includes two high resolution photos for $20 and additional images are $10 each. Interested? Call (210) 748-1545 to reserve your spot today.

Fact or Fiction

You should keep your house cooler than usual when you are away. See the answer.*

The Word

Broncearse. Start using it in conversation in three weeks.*

Trending

It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day. Shop the deals, including 30% off the TV that looks like a picture frame on your wall.*

Finance

Giving back to San Antonio

Charitable giving slumped 10.5% in 2022 — here’s how to give back locally

Someone's hand adding a coin to a clear plastic piggy bank.

Individual donors gave 13.4% less in 2022 than in 2021, after adjusting for inflation. | Photo by Joslyn Pickens via Pexels

Giving USA released its latest report on charitable giving in the US — and after a record high of $517 billion in 2021, 2022 saw Americans give $499 billion total.

That’s a decrease of 3.4% without adjusting for inflation, and 10.5% in inflation-adjusted terms — making it the largest slump in charitable giving the US has seen since the Great Recession.

What caused the decline? Factors include individuals having less to give. While cost of living rose nationwide — most rapidly in Oregon and Washington — disposable personal income fell over 6% in 2022 when adjusted for inflation, and the stock market saw its worst overall performance since 2008. Meanwhile, charitable gifts that were given were economically less valuable due to inflation’s steep rise.

Want to make an impact? Here are a few local causes to support:

Shop

It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day sales — aka, discounts on everything from iPads to furniture to nugget ice makers. Surf the sales or check out our picks. Note: Deals may be subject to change.

Family

Keep crumbs and messes under control with the iRobot Roomba that empties itself — it’s $400 off (yes, you read that right).

Eat

Bread makers are making a comeback, and we totally get why (read: soft, warm, homemade bread). Snag the Hamilton Beach Bread Maker that’s $34 off.

Arts

Customize tees, pillows, and totes with the Cricut Heat Press Machine’s pro-level heat-transfer that lasts through repeated washes. Get it while it’s 20% off.

Outdoors

Keep comfy and cool this summer with wear-anywhere black running shorts, discounted down from $24.99 to $18.39.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Adriana

From the editor

Does anyone else have the fear of missing out on events? I definitely do. I’m headed on a family trip this weekend and I’m missing all of the Barbie-themed events in San Antonio. Five-year-old me is throwing a fit internally. However, this is my first family trip that my family and I are bringing our dogs along so I’m super excited. We’ll definitely be making some great memories and I’ll have to share a few when I’m back.

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