11.14.2023

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

Go blue to be green

Guide to recycling in San Antonio

Solid Waste Management is San Antonio’s trash pick-up provider. | Photo by Clem Spalding

You’ve seen them, the blue recycling cans around San Antonio — it’s like going green, but blue. If you take pride in recycling or want to learn more, we’re breaking it down so you can make sure you’re recycling in the most effective way possible.

♻️ Do I need to sort my recyclables?

Most recycling systems in the U.S. have gone single-stream, including San Antonio. That means your recyclables can go in one bin. Use your recycle bin or one of the listed drop-off locations.

♻️ The do’s and don’ts of recycling

In addition to what you put in the bin, you should always be mindful of how you put it in there.

Do not place recyclables in paper or plastic bags. They go into the blue bin loose.
Flatten out all cardboard. We know you want to keep that pretty Apple box, but it needs to be recycled too.
Remove all lids, even plastic ones. Bottles marked 1-7 are all recyclable.
Never use your blue cart as overflow for trash. In the words of Egon from “Ghostbusters,” Don’t cross the streams.

See the full list here.

Pro tip: You can’t recycle thin plastics but, H-E-B offers curbside recycling when using Drive-Up for groceries. Just bundle the plastic bags into one, leave them in your trunk, and an associate will collect them to reuse.

♻️ The holiday schedule

With the holidays upon us, be mindful of potential changes to your trash/recycle pickup days. If you have a private waste collector — like Tiger Sanitation — then be sure to check with them for your updated pick-up times by calling (210) 333-4287.

Screenshot 2023-11-09 at 4.27.06 PM.png — The City of San Antonio’s Waste Management trash pick up schedule for the holidays.
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Graphic by the City of San Antonio

Asked

Do you keep track of your holiday trash pickup schedule?

A. No, I forget about it every year
B. It’s a 50/50 chance I’ll remember
C. Yes, I have it planned ahead

Dump your answer

Events

Tuesday, Nov. 14

Story Time with Ms. Kim | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 10-11 a.m. | Yanaguana Garden, 434 S. Alamo St., San Antonio | Free | Join Hemisfair for a storybook reading in the garden.
Shut Up & Write | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 3-5:30 p.m. | Coffee + Culture Bakery, 13489 Blanco Rd., San Antonio | Free | Socialize with fellow writers and spend time writing your new novel or poem.
Dim Sum Favorites | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 6:30-9 p.m. | H-E-B Central Market, 4821 Broadway, San Antonio | $75 | Learn how to make steamed and pan-fried dumplings at this 18+ cooking event.
Jacquees | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 8 p.m. | The Aztec Theatre, 104 N. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | $33-$153 | Join this iHeartRadio Music Award-winning + R&B artist on his “Sincerely For You” tour.

Wednesday, Nov. 15

Farm Stand | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 5-8 p.m. | Garcia Street Urban Farm, 218 Garcia St., San Antonio | Free | Learn about the history of the land where crops grow and buy some locally harvested veggies.
Steak Night | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m. | Gimme Gimme, 803 S. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | $25 | Order a Texas Ribeye au poivre with a side of duck fat waffle fries for a special price.
Loteria Night | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m. | Sojourn Trading Co., 244 W. Houston St., San Antonio | Free | Bring your pals to a Friendsgiving-themed loteria night hosted by Tori Pool.
Friendsgiving | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 7-10 p.m. | Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen, 103 E. Jones Ave., San Antonio | $32 | Connect with other locals looking for friendships, romance, and business partners.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Number

$10 million. That’s how much the San Antonio Zoo received from the Ralston Family Charitable Foundation in support of phase one of its Generation Zoo capital campaign — a gorilla habitat and new general + event entrances. This is the largest gift the zoo has received in its 109-year history.

Show

Grammy Award-winning artists Drake and J.Cole announced their “It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As The What?” is coming to the Frost Bank Center on Jan. 22, 2024, at 8 p.m. Presale tickets go on sale tomorrow at 11 a.m., and general admission sales begin Friday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m.

Eat

Blush is hosting a Friendsgiving dinner this Saturday, Nov. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Your ticket includes a full Thanksgiving feast with all the fixings, a slice of pie, and your choice of a glass of wine or cocktail. Tickets are $40 and space is limited.

Plan Ahead

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo will host its inaugural Cowboy Breakfast on Jan. 26, 2024. The event will kick off the annual rodeo with a family-friendly Bar-B-Que Cook-Off weekend; stay tuned for more details.

Sports

Congrats to the Northside ISD’s Harlan Hawks women’s volleyball team for advancing to the state tournament after defeating Dripping Springs in three sets for the regional championship. The Hawks are scheduled to play this Friday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. against Cinco Ranch in Garland, TX.

Open

Paladar Fusion Mexico Cuba — San Antonio’s newest South American fusion restaurant — is now open at 3615 Broadway, across the street from the Witte Museum. The restaurant’s menu features dishes from Mexico + Cuba, plus an all-day brunch.

Shop

Need a hostess gift? Little Picnic Co. is offering a Thanksgiving Hostess Basket that includes boozy chocolates, a candle, and a ceramic pumpkin dish. Baskets start at $75 and are available while supplies last. Pro tip: Additional basket items are available including a decorative kitchen towel and a wine opener.

Finance

This card is offering a rare $300 welcome bonus (and bonuses like that don’t come around that often). That’s why thousands are lining up for it. Learn more and apply.*

Shop

🎄 We’re making a list, and checkin’ it twice

Centro San Antonio brings holiday cheer to Houston St.

Shop locally this holiday season with help from Centro San Antonio. | Photo by Michael Cirlos

Have you started your holiday shopping? It’s okay, we haven’t either.

The Holidays on Houston Street is Centro San Antonio’s retail incubator program that gives local creatives and entrepreneurs the opportunity to highlight their businesses in a pop-up storefront during the holiday season.

Please give a round of applause for the first selected business owners:

Dezynr: Nadia Ramon makes handmade jewelry + clothing accessories.
Two Artsy: Shop candles and wax melts by Karen Morris.
Perrito Lindo: Don’t forget to grab something for your furry companion from Alexa Castillo’s shop.

You can visit these shops on select days until Saturday, Dec. 30. Check out the store schedule: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Don’t miss: The ribbon cutting ceremony taking place this Thursday, Nov. 16,at 5 p.m.

The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicholas

From the editor

So, I lied to you. I started holiday shopping back in April. Crazy? Maybe? If I bought gifts way back, then doesn’t that make it practically free? Let me tell you what I got my sisters — just kidding, I can’t tell you because they read this too.

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