SAAACAM is located at 218 South Presa + free to the public. | Photo by SATXtoday team
Founded in 2017 by Everett Fly and George Frederick, The San Antonio African American Community and Archive Museum (SAAACAM — pronounced SAY-CAM) is on a mission to collect, preserve, and share the cultural heritage + untold stories of African American community members.
Digital Exhibits
If you can’t visit SAAACAM’s physical location, you can access digital exhibits like the Barbara Rice Collection (the first African American female administrative staff member of the San Antonio field office of the FBI) and the San Antonio Ethnic Art Society.
Community-based digital archive
SAAACAM’s digital collection of archives was created as a place to keep track of those untold stories of local Black history and make it accessible to the public. The archive is a combination of local community-centric oral histories, photographs, and supporting documents that can be found online or at Texas A&M University-San Antonio Library. Currently, SAAACAM has 88 collections in its archive and counting.
Valentine’s Date Night | 5-11 p.m. | PopStroke | $87+ | It’s love at first par as your ticket includes golf passes for two, appetizer, two entrees, and a champagne toast.
Valentines, Baby! | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Artisan Craft Bar | $25+ | Bring your boo and experience a 21+ variety burlesque show.
Saturday, Feb. 15
Trees and Torque: Car, Truck and Bike Show | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Palo Alto College | Free | This inaugural fest will feature sustainable transportation options, environmental organizations, live music, and a car, motorcycle, and truck show.
Romance & Revenge Book Fair | Saturday, Feb. 15-Sunday, Feb. 16 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Nowhere Bookshop | Cost of purchase | Browse books recommended by staff whether you’re in the lovey dovey mood or are feeling a bit of spite.
Pawlentines | 6-9 p.m. | Hash Vegan Eatery | $60 | Bring a good photo of your furry best friend and paint their portrait over good food and community.
Dating After Dark: San Antonio Singles Mixer | 7-9 p.m. | DASCHI Sichuan | $25 | Find your next romantic partner (or fling) over appetizers, finger foods, and discounted drinks.
Star Party and Pinball | 7:30-10 p.m. | What’s Brewing Coffee Roasters | Cost of purchase | Look through a professional telescope and view deep space then place your quarter on one of 50 pinball machines and hit play.
Sunday, Feb. 16
Wedding Open House | 1-4 p.m. | Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | Free | Add to your wedding Pinterest board with wedding vendors, tours of the venue, champagne, and giveaways.
Galentine’s Party | 1-5 p.m. | Hello Tallulah | Cost of purchase | Celebrate your friendships by bringing a pal for a shopping adventure featuring deals, sips, light snacks, and a glamor makeup bar.
Uno Champions | 3 p.m. | Make Ready Market | Free | Bring your A-game and compete against your neighbors in a friendly competition.
San Antonio’s Sonia Sotomayor High School has won Metallica’s 2024 Marching Band Competition for their performance of “Master of Puppets.” Their reward? The band is receiving over $12,000 in new equipment. Congratulations Wildcats.
Shop
Skip the flowers and chocolate today and opt-in for something Puro San Antonio. Alebrije is offering concha bouquets for pickup today and tomorrow at $35. For even more pan dulce recs, check out our guide.
Fun Fact
Planning a wedding? You’re in luck — Taco Bell recently launched a $777 Vegas-themed wedding package featuring all the bells and whistles, like an Elvis impersonator and a Taco Bell hot sauce bouquet. For those who don’t see the vision, we’ve got a guide to local venues. (People)
State
Are you watching “Crazy Rich Asians” this weekend? According to recent data from Roku, it’s the most popular romance movie in TX. The Kevin Kwan book adaptation tops the chart as the most popular romance film in four different states. (Axios)
Drink
The results are in. We asked if you preferred Pepsi or Coca-Cola and 79% said Coke. That’s a little higher than the findings from the University of South Carolina, where 61% of participants preferred Coca-Cola.
Number
$200+. That’s how much a one-day adult pass to Disneyland costs now. Consider spending that money closer to home with these kid-friendly activities around San Antonio. (The Wall Street Journal)
Sports
Josh Pate, a prominent college football analyst, has listed Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson as one of his breakout candidates for the 2025 season. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Baylor Bears with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
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Health
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City Guide
City Guide
45 great brunch spots in San Antonio
Travel to San Antonio’s Northside to enjoy brunch in a minimalist aesthetic featuring American and Mexican dishes at Mae Dunne. | Photo by Mae Dunne
This is your not-so-subtle reminder that Valentine’s Day is today. Because we love our readers, we went ahead and made the weekend brunch planning easy with a guide featuring 45 San Antonio restaurants that will have your heart and belly full.
Special occasions
Tokyo Cowboy | 135 E. Commerce St. | Sat. + Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Choose from a traditional brunch menu or go against the grain with the Sukiyaki Burger and Shrimp + Rice Grits.
Ida Claire | 7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd. | Sat., 9 a.m.-11 p.m. + Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | For a large party of guests, we highly recommend its airstream rental for a more intimate dining experience.
For the fam
Max and Louie’s New York Diner | 226 W. Bitters Rd. #126 | Sun.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. + Fri.-Sat., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. | Burgers on top of milkshakes, happy hour, and an attached coffee shop + bakery — what more could we ask for?
Hash Vegan Eatery | 5007 S. Flores St. | hours vary | This vegan spot serves all-day breakfast. Try this: the chili and cheese tater tots.
It’s Valentine’s Day and Friday… a combo that won’t happen again for another six years. Why not treat yourself for the occasion? We’ve got five picks we think you’ll love.
I’m filled with immense big brother pride because my sister participates in Sotomayor’s color guard and is in that $12,000+ grand prize-winning Metallica performance. Congratulations y’all.
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How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day?
56% of readers spend the day of love with their significant other, 31% don’t partake in the festivities, 7% take themselves on a date, and 6% prefer to hang out with friends.
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