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Who you gonna call?
Consider this your 411 on San Antonio’s 311. | Photo by SATXtoday team
Whether you need to register to vote, inquire about residential services, or just stay in the know about civic happenings, we’re here to connect you with the right department in the City of San Antonio.
“I want to adopt an animal.”
Animal Care & Services | In addition to cute + adoptable pets, this department also offers pop-up vaccination events.
“I want to explore San Antonio’s art scene.”
Arts & Culture | Get updates on artist grants, citywide creative programs, and public art projects.
“How do I best prepare for a fire?”
Fire Prevention Division | Learn how to build an emergency preparedness kit + stay connected with local response teams.
“My garbage hasn’t been picked up.”
Solid Waste Management | Call for waste collection, street sweeps, or recycling + water services.
“I’d like to have my voice heard on various city projects.”
SASpeakUp | This department will get you involved in multiple committees, participate in public surveys, and learn about City code updates.
Fun fact: Part of the Public Works Department, the Pothole Patrol is in charge of keeping our roads safe + tidy. When Fiesta comes around in April you can most likely score free medals at city department events.
Photo by SATXtoday team
“I’d like to start a business.”
Small Business Division (Economic Development) | Find a mentor or startup resources, become certified, and check out business-related events + info sessions.
“How can I report a pothole?”
Public Works Department | Study up on upcoming road closures, construction bonds, and the Pothole Patrol.
“Which parks are the best for ages 6-12?”
Parks and Recreation | Discover local parks, volunteer opportunities, or nearby recreation centers.
“What is going on with all these electric scooters around?”
And that’s not all. There are even more city departments to address your concerns — so let us know which ones you’re curious about and we’ll continue this series.
Events
Events
Wednesday, Oct. 16
Frost Bank Electronics Recycling Event | Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | North Frost Financial Center | Free | Declutter your home by properly recycling electronic devices that you no longer use.
2024 Rowdy Jam | Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 7-9:15 p.m. | Convocation Center | Free | Meet the UTSA men’s + women’s basketball head coaches Austin Claunch and Karen Aston as they introduce their teams for the upcoming season.
Thursday, Oct. 17
Wine in the Wetlands 2024 | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center | $100+ | Celebrate 20 years of community conservation + education of birds and their habitats with a cocktail fundraising event.
Alamo Piñata Participatory Performance | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 6 p.m. | Centro de Artes | Free | Browse through the latest exhibition “Dining with Rolando Briseño: A 50-Year Retrospective” and get a chance to smash an Alamo-shaped piñata to see what comes out.
The Groove Train | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Dawson Community Center | Cost of purchase | Wear a funky 1970s costume and boogie to live music, shop a vendor market, and enjoy refreshments.
Friday, Oct. 18
Geisha Coffee Tasting | Friday, Oct. 18 | 5-7 p.m. | The Newstand | Cost of purchase | Expand your coffee knowledge with expert Jak Michael Ryan and taste a specialty volcan high altitude geisha blend.
Downtown Photo Walk with Jay Ybarra | Friday, Oct. 18 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair | Free | Bring your camera for a night of creativity led by the Camera Exchange and this Austin-based photographer.
Twilight Farmers Market | Friday, Oct. 18 | 6-10 p.m. | Confluence Park | Cost of purchase | Shop from local artisans and makers under the fall sky at this urban park.
The rosters for the 2025 San Antonio Sports All-Star Football Game was announced. Expect to see 117 athletes from 68 schools and 37 districts battle it out on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Alamodome. General admission tickets are $15 and will go on sale later this month.
Eat
Need to add to your Día de los Muertos altar? La Panadería opened pre orders for its Pan de Muerto. There are multiple sizes + colors to choose from and they can be picked up from Thursday, Oct. 31 through Sunday Nov. 3.
Closed
Texadelphia at 11255 Huebner Rd. closed on Sunday. The Austin-based cheesesteak chain decided not to renew its lease, and thus ended its run in San Antonio. (SA Current)
Community
The NCAA is seeking volunteers for its upcoming Fan Jam events on Saturday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 9. Celebrate the Men’s Final Four coming to the Alamo City next year by getting involved in the festivities. Looking for more volunteer opportunities? Check out our guide.
Plan Ahead
The City of Fredericksburg is ringing in the holiday season with a Christmas Nights of Lights Kick Off. On Tuesday, Nov. 26 visitors can expect carolers, a tree lighting ceremony, German Christmas Pyramid, and a presentation about the history of the town’s German heritage. The event is free and starts at 5 p.m.
Ranked
US News and World Report ranked the best places to live in Texas — and San Antonio is No. 6. We outranked Dallas + Houston because we’re “as comfortable as an old pair of jeans.” Austin took the No. 1 spot (Hey, ATXtoday).
Health
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Number
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Category
Civic
Alamo City pink-out
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s introduce you to a local organization and how you can get involved with pink-out events across the Alamo City. | Photo by Angiola Harry
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Alamo City is seeing pink. In Texas, it’s estimated that 21,083 women will be diagnosed with the disease this year.
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in Texas followed by lung and prostate cancer. We’re here to introduce you to the Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF) and how the organization assists those battling the disease.
Meet the ABCF
The Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation was established in 1993, with the mission to prevent breast cancer, fund research for cures, and ensuring women have access to quality care.
An easy Halloween costume — snag these Inside Out t-shirts and have the whole family dress up as Disgust, Anger, Anxiety, and your other favorite emotions for a hilarious and topical group look.
I can’t wait to dive deeper into our city departments. If there’s a specific department you’d like more information about or want us to cover, let us know.
