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• Sip & Save | Friday, Aug. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | GG’S Emporium | Cost of purchase | Save 10% off your purchase and shop from local vendors as well as pop culture nostalgia items.
• Club XCX | Friday, Aug. 9 | 9:30 p.m. | Vibes Underground | $26 | Welcome to the ultimate “brat summer” party featuring songs by Charli xcx, ARCA, Slayyyter, Shygirl, SOPHIE, and more.

• Ice Cream Social | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 12-3 p.m. | Extra Fine, 812 S. Presa St. | Free | Cool off with complimentary ice cream sandwiches, popsicles, and ice cream cups with supplies last.
• Semejantes Personajes/Significant Personages Panel Discussion | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 2-3 p.m. | Ruby City | Free | Celebrate Xicanx Month with a panel discussion moderated by the McNay Art Museum Curator of Latinx Art, Mia Lopez.
• “Barbie” | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 8 p.m. | Tower of the Americas | Free | Bring your blankets and chairs for a pretty in pink adventure.

• Cyanotype Tote Bags | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 10-11:30 a.m. | McNay Art Museum | $10-$20 | Get creative as you learn about this printing process led by artist Mary Margaret Johnson.
• Second Sundays | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 12-5 p.m. | Hays District | Cost of purchase | Support local artisans in the Hays District by browsing through local art, vendors, food + bites, and DJs spinning tunes all afternoon.
• Brat 2 Skool | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 12-6 p.m. | Alamo Beer Company | Cost of purchase | Sift through vintage finds and more at this vendor market.

• Mindful Monday Yoga | Monday, Aug. 12 | 6-7 p.m. | San Pedro Creek Culture Park | Free | Flow through your Monday blues with an hour-long session by Mobile Om Yoga.

• The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo announced its 2025 entertainment lineup. Giddy up and see acts like Keith Urban, Zach Top, Diamond Rio, and Dwight Yoakam. The rodeo kicks off Feb. 6, and tickets are on sale now.

• The San Antonio Zoo has ranked No. 3 on Newsweek’s “Best Zoo” list. It’s the only Texas zoo to make the top 10 list. Readers voted for its community contributions, education outreach, and various tour offerings. Take a deep dive on the San Antonio Zoo.

• City Council approved the naming of a new Medical Center park in honor of Lisa Starr Rosenstein. Starr Rosenstein was active in her children’s schools, the NY Roadrunners, and other community groups. The park is slated to start construction in 2025 with a estimated completion in 2027.

• The Ranch Motel opened its latest concept, Upstairs at Ranch Motel. This intimate mezcal lounge is open today and tomorrow from 6 p.m. to midnight. Looking for more nightcap ideas? Browse through our roundup of local speakeasies.

• CosMc’s — McDonalds newest drink-focused brand — is celebrating its grand opening tomorrow through Sunday, Aug. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at 12370 Potranco Rd., customers have the chance of snagging exclusive merch (for the first 100 people) and trying free samples from its menu. (MySA)

• The Green Bay Packers have signed former San Antonio Brahmas outside linebacker, Zach Morton. Want to take a deep dive into our local sports teams? Check out our guide.

• The Tobin Center is celebrating its 10th birthday with a block party on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. This free event will have live performances, food + drink options for purchase, and interactive game installations.

• The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France is wrapping up this weekend. Today’s events include the Women’s Heptathlon — starting at 1:25 p.m. Keep up with team USA and tune in for the closing ceremony on Sunday via KENS 5.

• Meet Gouda. This six-week-old Shepherd mix is a tiny pup and can be mellow at times. She’s also curious and on the lookout for new adventures, as well as her furever home. Gouda is available for adoption at SA Pets Alive!

• Roadmap Brewing has teamed up with local artist Sarah Cooper for a limited-release of glasses. For today’s Friday Glass Release, head to Roadmap starting at 2 p.m. The first 72 customers will receive a free glass with a purchase of a beer. Cooper will also be on site selling prints.

• Texans general manager Nick Caserio is making changes to the team’s roster during training camp. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Houston Texans with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

• We’re beyond the halfway point of 2024 — aka a good time to make sure you’re maximizing your money. Personal finance experts have reviewed hundreds of credit cards to present you with the four very best bonus cards of the year.*

• Yesterday, we incorrectly reported the address + time for Centro’s Hydration Station pop-ups. They will start at the TownePlace Suites by Marriot (409 E. Houston St.) and will begin at 2 p.m.

• 84% of our readers love to be active in their gardens.
• 16% don’t have a green thumb.