February 6, 2024

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70º | Partly cloudy | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:20 a.m. | Sunset 6:15 p.m.

💘 Be mine?

Check out these Valentine’s Day-themed events around the Alamo City. | Photo by City of San Antonio

Valentine’s Day, Single Awareness Day, Galentines Day, or just another day of the week. Whatever you call it, we got you covered. Whether you’re madly in love, looking to hang out with your besties, or trying to get over the one that got away, check out these nine events happening throughout San Antonio.

Need gift tips? Check out our guide.

💞 For the lovers

Pizza Making Class | Tuesday, Feb. 13 + Wednesday, Feb. 14 | Times vary | Il Forno, 122 Nogalitos St. | $75-$150 | Get a crash course in pizza making with your partner, or flying solo, with a brief history lesson before making your own pie from scratch. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at 210-616-2198.

Two pizzas with various toppings stacked on each other. — Learn how to make a pie with this local pizza palace, Il Forno.
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Photo by SATXtoday team

Ay Que Rico | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | Times vary | Rancho 181 Food Truck Park & Bar, 13514 US-181| $35 | Tacos never broke anyone’s heart — unless you bought them from Taco Bell. Head out to this food truck park and order the Heart Taco Tray to share with someone special.

💔 For the heartbreakers or heartbroken

A group of friends laughing in a crowd holding drinks. — Bring your friends and find that next special someone (or just hangout) at the San Antonio Zoo’s Valentine’s Day event.
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Photo by the San Antonio Zoo

Meet Your Next Ex | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 7-10 p.m. | San Antonio Zoo | $30-$100 | Hop off the dating apps and discover what other fish are in the San Antonio sea with speed dating, live entertainment, food trucks, activities, and live music by DJ Mayhem.

Valentine’s Day: Happy Hour + Karaoke Edition | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 4 p.m.-2 a.m. | Pick’s Bar, 4553 N. Loop 1604 W., #1101 | Cost of purchase | The broken-hearted and heartbreakers can enjoy heart-shaped tacos and pizzas, pitchers of beer and margaritas, chocolate covered strawberries, and a karaoke contest.

5 more events this way

Asked

How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day?

A. With my friends
B. With my significant other
C. By taking myself on a date
D. I don’t celebrate

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Events

Tuesday, Feb. 6

Enhancing Relationships | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic, 6333 De Zavala Rd., STE B101, San Antonio | Free | Discover new ways to improve your relationships with loved ones, partners, and even yourself at this clinic.
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. | Helotes City Hall, 12951 Bandera Rd., San Antonio | Free | Have your voice heart at this meeting about future construction + zoning projects.
Into the Dark Blue | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 7-9 p.m. | Mad Pecker Brewing Co., 6025 Tezel Rd., #122, San Antonio | Free | Discuss life and self improvement at this men’s mental health awareness club.

Wednesday, Feb. 7

3C’s: Coffee, Cameras, and Conversation | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 7:30-10 a.m. | La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe, 8134 Agora Parkway, Selma | Free | Grab a cup of Joe with the New Braunfels Photographic Society for a morning of all things photography.
Friedrich Park Hike | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Friedrich Wilderness Park, 21395 Milsa Dr., San Antonio | Free | Lace up your boots and join this community group for a moderate morning nature hike.
Rodeo Wine Tasting | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Wine 210, 6387 Babcock Rd., San Antonio | $54 | Dawn the Western wear and put your pinky up + enjoy this rodeo-themed wine tasting.

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Finance

More cash, more tacos in 2024

Couple running in field with child holding a kite

Let your money work for you, not the other way around. | Photo via Shutterstock

There’s nothing like the unexpected surprise of finding a $10 bill in an old jacket pocket. It’s like free money, so spending it doesn’t count, right? Let’s explore another way to rack up “free money” — a local unlimited cash-back checking account.

United Texas Credit Union members with an Ultimate Checking account can earn unlimited 0.5% cash back on all signature-based debit card purchases automatically, every month. Plus, there are no caps or minimums to worry about. Read: The more tacos you buy (er, transactions you make), the more money you get back in your account.

Other free perks include:

Access to your direct deposit up to two days early
IDProtect®
Cell phone protection
Rideshare protection
and more

Whatever your financial goals are this year, unlimited cash back just makes cents.

Open an account

News Notes

Show

The Broadway hit, “The Book of Mormon” returns to the Majestic Theatre for five performances starting on Friday, April 5. Tickets are on sale now and start at $45.

Plan Ahead

Whataburger has your Super Bowl party needs ready. The San Antonio-based fast food restaurant is offering a game day bundle on its Whatawings. Starting on Thursday, Feb. 8 customers can order the “Whatawings Party Pack,” which includes 72 wings, eight dipping sauces, and a family order of fries.

Arts

A new mural has been unveiled at Mission County Park. “Sacrificios” was created by the Luminaria Mural Team: Adrian De La Cruz, Andrea V. Rivas, and Mauro de la Tierra. The installation honors the 53 migrants who died in 2022 and raises awareness for the challenges migrants face.

Travel

A new Tesla charging station is now open at the Rim Shopping Center (5833 Worth Parkway) near the Dick’s Sporting Goods. The $250,000 project adds 20 terminals so visitors can shop + dine while waiting for their vehicle to charge up.

Eat

NOLA Brunch and Beignets has opened pre-orders for its colorful “King Cakes.” The Mardi Gras staple is made with cinnamon-flavored danish dough and topped with a cream cheese frosting + colored sugar. Get yours for $20.

State

Speaking of the Super Bowl. What is Texas’ favorite big game snack? If you guessed chips and salsa, then give yourself a gold star because that’s correct. According to Fox Sports, our favorite football snack is one that can be enjoyed year round.

Traffic

🚗 Beep beep

We’re here to give you an update on upcoming lane closures to make your day as smooth as possible. | Photo by the City of San Antonio

Ah, the sweet sounds of bulldozers. With all the events going on in downtown San Antonio this month, the construction on our city stops for no one. Before you commute downtown, check out these lane closures and plan accordingly.

🚧 Dolorosa Street closure

Through Friday, Feb. 9, one block of Dolorosa Street — from Santa Rosa Street to Laredo Street — is reduced to one lane for electric duct bank installation. The lane closures will start at 9 a.m. to accommodate the morning commute and reopen at 7 p.m. daily.

🚧 Santa Rosa Street closure

Two blocks of Santa Rosa Street — from Dolorosa Street to Houston Street — will close for two weeks to extend water lines and plans to reopen by Sunday, Feb. 18. The following intersections will remain open:

Santa Rosa & Dolorosa (eastbound only)
Santa Rosa & Commerce (westbound only)
Santa Rosa & Houston (westbound and eastbound)

See the maps

The Buy

This set of six colored wine glasses, which remind us of Estelle stemware, only more affordable. The multicolor stemware set is perfect for parties, Galentine’s Day, or girls’ night in.

Answered

Are you registered to vote?

San Antonio City Hall — Your voice matters.
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Photo by SATXtoday team

Last week, we asked if you’re registered to vote, here’s what you said: 95% of you are registered, 4% are not, and 1% are not sure of their voter registration status.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicholas

From the editor

Hello there, me again, this week is my dog Sophie’s first birthday and my boyfriend and I are celebrating by getting her a haircut at Lucy’s Doggy Daycare & Spa as well as some of her favorite treats. Trust me, pictures will be taken to mark the occasion.

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