With developments like these, we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else(where). | Rendering by Elsewhere
Think you know San Antonio news better than anyone else? It’s time to prove it. We’ve put together five questions about July’s biggest stories, including:
The Westside’s Cuellar Park getting a facelift
CPS bolstering the electrical grid
Elsewhere Too coming to town — with a Ferris wheel
Pro tip: If you don’t score as high as you expected, catch up on the latest stories or subscribe to SATXtoday — we send out positive local news like this every day, always free.
Wild Bite: A Carnivorous Encounter | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | San Antonio Zoo | Free with admission | See the debut of this new exhibit at the Zoo — an experience that gives guests a rare, up-close look at carnivores displaying natural behaviors during not-live whole prey feedings.
Texas Author Series: Latinas in Public Relations | 6-8 p.m. | The Latino Bookstore | Free | Hear San Antonio contributing authors read from “Latinas in Public Relations: Shaping Communications, Communities, and Culture” in the kickoff to The Latino Bookstore’s Texas Authors Series.
Saturday, Aug. 2
Carver Branch Library Birthday Celebration | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Carver Library | Free | Celebrate the library’s 95th anniversary with a ceremony and free photo booth, community story hour, arts and crafts, a resource fair, and preservation demonstrations.
Farmers & Artisans Markets | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mission Marquee Plaza | Free | This market offers fresh local food + products, plus fitness classes, tree adoptions, and on-site parking.
Sunday, Aug. 3
Locals Day | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Briscoe Western Art Museum | Free | Bexar County residents get free admission + there’s a scavenger hunt and education series specially planned on Locals Day.
Monday, Aug. 3
Monday Night Yoga | 6-8 p.m. | San Pedro Creek Culture Park | Free | Recenter yourself with a refreshing yoga flow, enhanced by the sounds of the San Antonio River.
Tuesday, Aug. 4
Tuesday Night Jazz | 8-10 p.m. | Blue Star Brewing Company | Free | Show up early to claim you spot for live music listening and enjoy a full food menu, craft beer + beer cocktails, and fruit spritzers.
CPS Energy has announced its approval of a $175 million transmission project to bolster the state’s electrical grid. Now that the Board has signed off, the utility plans to have the new power line up and running by June 2027 — welcome news to all those impacted by 2021’s winter storm. (San Antonio Express-News + Texas Tribune)
List
Three San Antonio hospitals nabbed spots on U.S. News & World Report’s rankings of Best Hospitals in Texas. Methodist Hospital landed in a three-way tie for the No. 9 spot in the state, with Baptist Medical Center coming in at No. 15, and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak at No. 21. (San Antonio Culture Map)
Development
Carver Branch Library will be temporarily closing on Monday, Aug. 11 for an expansive $12.8 million renovation project. The 95-year-old library — the first on San Antonio’s East Side — will be gaining a new community space, an African American Resource Center, a tween space, and upgrades to its outdoor areas. (Culture Map San Antonio)
Cause
On Saturday, Aug. 2, from 5-11 p.m., Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio is hosting a free, family-friendly street party to support flood relief. The event will feature yard games, a foam play area, and glow-in-the-dark body paint. Indoor diners can round up their checks to donate. (Visit San Antonio)
Ranked
Texas travelers ranked No. 1 in the nation for irritability and impatience, according to a new study by Upgraded Points of most and least irritable American travelers. Texans scored 79.4 out of 100 possible points for irritability — and are officially the crankiest travelers in the US. (Spectrum News)
Community
SeaWorld San Antonio is offering free admission to either SeaWorld or sister park Aquatica San Antonio for first responders and up to three dependents to thank them for their service to the community — particularly during the recent Hill Country floods. Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics are eligible for the deal. (Amusement Today)
Weather
Tut, tut, it looks like rain. Humidity is headed back to the Alamo City, with triple digits possible next week. But with it, a reprieve: some downpours might be coming our way Friday and Saturday — finally. (KSAT)
On This Day
On Aug. 1, 1944, the first international flight from Mexico to San Antonio landed at the Alamo City’s municipal airport — via American Airlines. (San Antonio Public Library)
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Listen
Explore the potential impact of Dylan Harper’s arrival, De’Aaron Fox’s long-term role with the San Antonio Spurs, and how their timelines might intersect with host Jeff Garcia and guest Matt Guzman of “Spurs on Sports Illustrated.” Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Sports
The San Antonio Spurs will be hosting a free upcoming Back to School bash on Sunday, Aug. 10 from 12-3 p.m. at the Frost Bank Center. School supplies will be distributed, with vision and dental screenings available. Don’t forget to pre-register — it’s required.
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Restaurant Roundup
Know your caffeine scene
Spend the morning outside sipping on coffee at Cafe La Lele. | Photo by @cafelalele
It’s been a good year for coffee aficionados.
July saw the opening of Pür and Simple, a Canadian brunch chain with a fantastic coffee bar (try the vanilla latte).
May brought us Anacacho Coffee & Cantina, a new coffee shop and cocktail bar designed by HGTV star Kim Wolfe, now open inside of The St. Anthony hotel.
And March brought us Qatra Coffee on Louis Pasteur Drive — the city’s first Yemeni coffee shop, featuring late-night hours.
Here’s a few others not to miss as we head into fall:
Cafe La Lele, 8023 Huebner Rd.
Enjoy the sun on your skin while sipping an Iced Honeycomb Banana Latte from this coffee trailer.
Breton Organic Coffee Bar,10401 IH 10
This organic coffee truck is serving up Frappe Taro + Honey Lavender, Organic Hibiscus Chia Ice Tea, and empanadas.
Coffee Crush, 18010 Bulverde Rd. #109
Make your way to the Far North side for a wide array of espresso beverages, eats, beer + wine, and a lovely outdoor patio.
The Buy
There are just a few days left to shop Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale. Don’t miss these five deals before they disappear on Monday, Aug. 4.
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This week, we asked: What upgrade would you most like to see at your local park?
61.5%: Team improved restroom facilities 15.4%: Team dog park 10.3%: Team new playground equipment 10.3%: Team other (Your top suggestions: splash pads, shaded areas, and cleaner trails)
An old friend I’ve not spoken to in 15 years reached out last night because he saw an SATXtoday article on Reddit. It was so good to catch up and play “Where Are They Now?”
Let’s never become so hung up on an unknown future that we fail to appreciate the known present.
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