May 1, 2024

Today’s Forecast

🥂 60 is the new 40

Make some new friends with the help of the Senior Services Division in San Antonio. | Photo by City of San Antonio

Our older adult population is poised to increase in San Antonio — with 14.2% of the city being over the age of 65 in 2020 — so it’s best to know what the city offers for its most established residents. Let’s introduce you to the Senior Services Division.

What is the Senior Services Division?

The Senior Services Division of our local Human Services Department provides resources for older San Antonians to live active, healthy, independent, and engaged lifestyles.

Walker Ranch Senior Service Center 1.jpg — Check out the senior center located in Walker Ranch and grab a lunch.
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Photo by City of San Antonio

You must be 60 years and older + a resident of Bexar County to enroll. If you check off those boxes, go ahead and apply online for free. Membership includes:

Rental + mortgage assistance
COVID-19 testing
Tax help
Transportation

Check out the full list.

Senior Services 1.jpg — Need help getting to a senior center? Dial (210)-207-7172 to schedule a pickup time for free.
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Photo by City of San Antonio

What else does Senior Services offer?

The senior nutrition program gives older adults a nutritionally-balanced lunch while mingling with other people at senior centers. The majority of these centers operate Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and are free for those 60+.

Pro tip: You can see the meal schedule ahead of time to see if anything catches your fancy.

Don’t know where to find your nearest senior center? This easy tool lists each center by city district. If transportation is an issue and you live within a five-mile radius of a senior branch, call 210-207-7172, Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to get picked up for free.

Asked

What is your age range?

A. 18-33
B. 34-49
C. 49-64
D. 64+

Drop those digits

Events

Wednesday, May 1

SA Coffee Collaboration | Wednesday, May 1 | 9-10 a.m. | What’s Brewing Coffee Roasters, 138 W. Rhapsody Dr., San Antonio | Free | Purchase a cup of coffee and mingle with other locals + make community connections.
Spring Night Market | Wednesday, May 1 | 5-9 p.m. | The Historic Pearl, 303 Pearl Pkwy., San Antonio | Cost of purchase | Enjoy shopping from Alamo City vendors and take in the Pearl’s nightlife scene.
HEART | Wednesday, May 1 | 7 p.m. | Frost Bank Center, 1 Frost Bank Center Dr., San Antonio | $75-$170 | See this band’s “Royal Flush Tour” with special guest Cheap Trick.

Thursday, May 2

Cornyval | Thursday, May 2 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Helotes PRCA Rodeo, 12042 Leslie Rd., San Antonio | $5-$20 | Have a root tootin’ rodeo time featuring carnival rides, pig races, live music, and parades.
Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars | Thursday, May 2- Sunday, May 5 | Times vary | Times vary | Alamodome, 100 Montana St., San Antonio | $20-$100+ | Bring the kiddos and see your favorite Disney characters come to life.
Glowga on the Plaza | Thursday, May 2 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave., San Antonio | Free | Come dressed in neon with your mat for a flow session followed by local cocktail + mocktail vendors and a showing of “San Antonio: The SAGA” light show.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Announced

George Lopez is coming to the Frost Bank Center on Aug. 10. The show marks the 15th anniversary of his stand-up special, “Tall, Dark & Chicano,” which was filmed at this venue (formerly the AT&T Center) on Aug. 8, 2009. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m.

Today Is

The start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month. Fun fact: The celebration was designated for May to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants to arrive in the US in 1843. You can celebrate AAPI Month at the Asian Festival in La Villita on Saturday, May 11 at 11 a.m.

Featured

CBS News sent reporter David Begnaud to San Antonio. The catch? He had 48 hours to write a story about our city on the fly. Begnaud had never been to the Alamo, and was his first stop on the two-day tour. Watch his journey throughout the downtown area.

Wellness

Have you seen “Challengers” yet? For those that have and are inspired to work on their serve, then the Fitness in the Park program is the perfect way to start. Registration is open for its free community tennis clinics and welcomes all levels of proficiency with the sport.

Watch

“RuPaul’s Drag Race” season six winner Bianca Del Rio visited local vintage shop, Hello Tallulah. The star was invited ahead of her San Antonio “Dead Inside Tour” stop for a private shopping session. Watch the full video to see the pieces she purchased.

Try This

Registration is open for Mud Studio’s six-week ceramics classes. The sessions start the week of June 3 and runs through the week of July 8. You can choose from multiple days of the week that best suit your schedule. The classes are $350.

Arts

Local artist Gemini Vato created a Woodlawn Lake Community Association crest that’s inspired by his childhood memories. The design features San Antonio iconography, a pair of swans, parkgoers, the famous lighthouse, and boats. Check out the colorful design.

Sports

What can we expect from first baseman Joey Loperfido? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Houston Astros with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Shop

Gift giving made easy for mom

Woman standing behind desk in white room with green plant in background, looking at the camera, smiling, and holding a rainbow macrame

Vanessa, a mom and founder of Portland-based brand A Branch & Cord, with her DIY macrame rainbow kit. | Photo by Natalie Kristeen Photography

Don’t let shopping for the mother figure in your life feel like a daunting task. How? By shopping Six & Main’s guide.

Here’s what you’ll find:

Local | Want handmade, but not by your own hands? Shop locally-made gifts.
Small businesses | Find items from businesses that are mom-powered.
Gift sets | We’ve already placed all the items you need — just add to cart.

Check out our favorite items to show your appreciation for the mom(s) in your life.

Start shopping

The Buy

A summer sip. Prepare for a summer by the pool or on the porch with these iced coffee and sparkling tea options.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicholas

From the editor

May the 4th (be with you) is this Saturday and I’m curious if any of you are doing the 22-hour “The Skywalker Saga May The 4th Marathon” at Santikos Casa Blanca? If you are, may the force be with you (and wear something comfy).

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