✍️ Make a plan

• Draw a plan of your house.
• Find two ways out of every room, if possible (including doors and windows).
• Make sure every room has a smoke detector, and that they work (remember to test them regularly).
• Choose an outside designated meeting place for those you live with.
• Teach the plan to everyone in the house, and practice.

• Smoke alarm
• Clear a path for escape
• Action plan
• Neighbors (make sure to check on them)

🧑‍🚒 Services and training

• Armchair Adventure: Mike and Laurie Hampton | Wednesday, July 17 | 10-11 a.m. | Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St., Boerne | Free | Sip on a cup of coffee and learn about beekeeping from local Boerne residents.
• Paletas & Programs | Wednesday, July 17 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Stinson Park, 900 March Ave., San Antonio | Free | Enjoy a frozen treat while learning about energy-saving resources + programs with CPS Energy.
• Cleto Rodríguez | Wednesday, July 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Mi Familia at the Rim, 18403 I-10 W., San Antonio | Cost of purchase | Take a seat at the Mariachi Bar and watch a local comic perform.

• TNT Latte Art Competition | Thursday, July 18 | 6 p.m. | Press Coffee, 11103 West Ave., San Antonio | Cost of purchase | Watch this local coffee shop battle it out with bites + brews provided by Vista Brewing and Bexar Bones Scratch Kitchen.
• Carson Jeffrey | Thursday, July 18 | 7 p.m. | Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St., San Antonio | Free | Get to the venue early to secure your seat and watch live musical performances in the heart of downtown.
• Robert LoBasso | Thursday, July 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston St., San Antonio | Free | Stretch your legs on the lawn and relax to some live music at this urban park.

• $811 million. That’s how much money was approved for the Alamo College District’s 2024-2025 revenue budget. The funding will help support student-focused strategies, the AlamoPROMISE + AlamoBOOKS+ programs, talent retention, and core services for the campuses. (SA Business Journal)

• A Día de los Muertos-themed restaurant opened inside the historic La Villita. Casa Catrina is serving up small Mexican dishes like tacos, sopas, and ceviche. Guests can also sip on tequlia + mezcal specialty cocktails steps away from the River Walk. You can find it at 515 Villita St.

• UTSA’s Career Center is teaching students how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help find jobs. During workshops + consultations, students are ethically taught how to use two types of AI: a static AI called VMock and a generative AI like ChatGPT. (TPR)

• El Perrito Tequila is looking for its 2025 dog ambassador. Swing by the Bombay Bicycle Club at Hemisfair tomorrow, 7-9 p.m., with your four-legged furry friend. To enter, your dog must be 20 lbs or under and have this form filled out. The winner will be selected in October.

• Happy Anniversary, Food Hall at Bottling Department. The food court located at the Historic Pearl is celebrating its 7th anniversary all day on Wednesday, July 24. The Park Bar will have day-long drink specials and DJ Reggie Cruz will be spinning your favorites from 6 to 9 p.m.

• Meadow Neighboorhood Eatery is hosting a French Wine Dinner on Thursday, Aug. 1. Your $75 ticket includes wine pairing with traditional charcuterie, Cripsy Veal Sweetbreads, Seared Duck Breast, and Cherry Clafoutis. The reception begins at 6:30 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m.

• Drink Up Week — a celebration of our city’s vibrant beverage culture — is coming up quickly from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. We asked local businesses to join the fun by sharing drink deals; check out this map of promos that are poppin’ just for the occasion.

• Let’s reflect Stephon Castle’s play at the Summer League before he was ruled out due to injury. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

• It’s Amazon Prime Day. Browse limited-time deals, like 40% off these luxury memory foam pillows that feature a dual-sided design to support your sleep hygiene.*

• Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? It’s Christmas in July, and we’re celebrating by gifting new and returning advertisers with special promotions to get your message in front of our readers. Get in touch to learn more (read: open your present).

• Tres Arcos | An eclectic full-service restaurant serving Tex-Mex cuisine.
• Dos Cantinas | A 300-seat bar with two “Sunken Garden” sitting areas and elevated lofts, offering margaritas, tequila cocktails, and an elaborate menu.
• El Ultimo | A speakeasy-style agave tasting room showcasing mezcals and tequilas.
• Dulce Aroma | A casual panaderia café specializing in Mexican pastries, fresh churros, and breakfast tacos.