The Espada Aqueduct is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, National Park, and National Historic Landmark. | Photo by the National Park Service
San Antonio has plenty of fun facts, but did you know that the only Spanish aqueduct in the US is in the Alamo City? We’re taking you on a field trip to the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and learning about this ancient waterway.
The TL;DR on aqueducts
These are man-made waterways — usually in the shape of bridges — designed to carry water from a source to a different destination. Fun fact: The word “aqueduct” stems from Latin aqua + ducere, meaning “to lead water.”
Constructed in the 18th century (between 1740 and 1745) by the Spanish, the Espada Aqueduct carries water south across a ~300-ft stone bridge from Piedras Creek to Mission Espada. At the time, the six-mile acequia irrigation route was used for the mission’s farmland and allowed the commune to have a source of running water.
Movies by Moonlight: Dog Days of Summer | 7-10:30 p.m. | Civic Park | Free | Watch “Clifford The Big Red Dog” on the big screen — pre-show themed activities take place before the ~8:30 p.m. showing.
Wednesday, June 25
Panda Express Grand Opening | 9 a.m. | 2330 Semlinger Rd. | Cost of purchase | Be there for a ribbon-cutting and a chance to be the first Lucky 88 to score an exclusive Panda Express T-shirt.
Summer Night City | 6-9:30 p.m. | Texas Public Radio | Free | This week’s show, hosted by Texas Public Radio, features Mike Aguilar and The Coupes + Porch Dream.
Cocktails & Culture: Garden of Love | 7-9 p.m. | Witte Museum | $35 | The after-hours event, open to guests aged 21 and over, features complimentary beer and cocktails + performances by Ray Lopez Entertainment.
Friday, June 27
Alfred Robles | Friday, June 27-Sunday, June 29 | Times vary | Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club | $75+ | The comedian can be seen on all three seasons of “Stand Up Revolution” on Comedy Central, “Mr. Iglesias” on Netflix, and “Entre Nos” on HBO.
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Construction on sidewalks along North St. Mary’s Street is underway to enhance pedestrian mobility and implement street improvements throughout District 1. Traffic between Mistletoe Avenue and Stadium Drive will flow as usual + businesses will remain open. (KSAT)
Open
Sensational Salads and Wraps has new digs on Thousand Oaks Drive. The food truck opened a brick-and-mortar yesterday in the parking lot of the Parkwood Place shopping center. Expect all your menu favorites from the truck, which will continue to hit the road a couple of days a week. (San Antonio Express-News)
Development
Developers broke ground on another retail center, this time ~25 minutes outside of San Antonio in Castroville. Town East Crossing will be completed in phases by 2026. Retail and restaurant spaces — like a coffee shop, nail salon, and pet supply store — will come first, with a daycare to follow. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Sports
According to reports, Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Sean Sweeney will move into the Spurs’ associate head coach role alongside Mitch Johnson. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Active
It’s Crunch time. The New York-based franchise is planning another gym in the area. The H-E-B shopping center location — at the corner of Marbach Road and Loop 410 — should open this fall. Be among the first 500 people to join for $1 + get your first month and a personal training session free. (San Antonio Express-News)
Eat
Max and Louie’s New York Diner is expanding its palate with another location in Cibolo. The opening date hasn’t been shared, but the eatery will be located in the Cibolo Crossing area. (San Antonio Express-News)
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