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Veteran’s Writing Collective with Sarah Colby | 6:30 p.m. | 1117 Navarro St, San Antonio | Free | Send an email to reserve your spot as you join other military personnel on their writing journey and offer peer-to-peer feedback.
Thursday, Feb. 20
Cowboy Dinner | 5-8 p.m. | Isidore | $125 | Feast on the bounty of Texas which features locally sourced wagyu and angus beef as well as craft cocktail + wine selections.
Friday, Feb. 21
Art Studio Grand Opening | 5-9 p.m. | Caliente Hot Glass | Free | Be one of the first to visit this glassblowing experience with live demos and music.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Judson High School 91st Air Force JROTC Car Show | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | D.W. Rutledge Stadium, Converse | Free | Support the school’s AFJROTC program by viewing its car show, participate in a raffle, as well as browsing food + drink vendors.
Poetry as Prayer // Poesia Como Rezo | Saturday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Feb. 23 | 1-4 p.m. | Artpace | $50 | This two-day workshop is for adults who want to practice an experiential learning process through poetry and bookbinding.
Sunday, Feb. 23
SLOW Sunday Motor Club | 8-10 a.m. | PRESS Coffee Castle Hills | Cost of purchase | Meet local car enthusiasts over coffee at this club pop-up.
Blind movie date anyone? Santikos is starting a new promotion on Monday, Feb. 24. Monday Mystery Movies are happening on — you guessed it — Mondays at 7 p.m. and will cost $5 to secure a ticket at select Santikos theaters.
Civic
We’ve still got a little over two months until the San Antonio mayoral election, but the field is set. SA Report gives an easy-to-read rundown on all 27 candidates. (SA Report)
Tech
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and UTSA collaborated on a study to track neurons via computational observation. What does that mean? The study aims to track brain cell growth over time and help identify new medical treatments for people with neurological disorders. SwRI plans to further this research.
Biz
Local apparel printing and embroidery store Endzone Embroidery, has re-branded to Backline Threads. Business owners explained that they wanted the name to reflect its “evolving style and vision.”
Trending
The Verge released a side-by-side comparison video of a new AI video restoration model dubbed Project Starlight. It takes old footage and upscales it to have a clearer picture. If you’re weary on using AI for your photos + video, San Antonio’s own Digital Pro Lab offers human help and photo restoration. (The Verge)
Fiesta
The San Antonio Zoo is looking for its next King and Queen of the Jungle, and Royal Court members. Children ages three to 17 are invited to participate in a fundraiser with the grand prize being the opportunity to ride on the zoo’s Fiesta float. Registration opens Friday, Feb. 21.
Festival
The Cattle Country Festival taking place in Gonzales has named San Antonian and restaurateur Jason Dady as the official chef of the fest. Expect glamping, a three-day music festival featuring Nickleback and Parker McCollum, food, swimming, and more. Ticket prices increase on Friday, Feb. 21 at midnight.
Sports
José Altuve addresses the possibility of playing left field, while Yordan Álvarez shares his thoughts on embracing the DH role more frequently. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Houston Astros with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Fact or Fiction
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Finance
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Health
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When you visit a local coffee shop, do you take time to browse its community board? I made my usual weekend visit to Curator Coffee and loved seeing the many local businesses advertised on its board. You may even see pet adoptions if you’re looking to grow your family.
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