Wayback machine: my baby stepson who’s now fifteen enjoying a birthday party at Monster Mini Golf back when he was little. | Photo via Donna Provencher, SATXtoday
The north side’s Monster Mini Golf is legit one of the coolest places I’ve ever been, and I’ve been a lot of places.
The 18-hole course is designed with blacklights and glow-in-the-dark handpainted art for a unique aesthetic you can’t beat, with animated monster props, an arcade, laser maze, and more.
It’s a monstrous (in the best way) venue for all your birthday parties, group events, and fundraisers, and makes for a great date night, too.
Pro tip: If you wear white or neon on the course, you too can glow in the dark — so much fun.
Events
Events
Monday, Aug. 11
4-5-6-7 Happy Hour at Corinne San Antonio | 4-8 p.m. | Corinne San Antonio | Price of purchase | It’s Summer Culinaria Restaurant Week — come enjoy tasty bites and drinks with Corinne’s happy hour special, where all menu items are priced at just $7.
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Craft Tuesdays at La Villita | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | La Villita Historic Arts Village | Free | This family-friendly DIY event will be led by acrylic artist Chantia “Tia” Bailey — all supplies are provided.
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Nadia Botello: Theophany | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Contemporary at Blue Star | Free | In her solo exhibition at the Contemporary, sound artist and composer Nadia Botello presents works that consider the San Antonio River as “a shaping force.”
Thursday, Aug. 14
4th Wall Better Crowd Work Show | 9-10:30 p.m. | Artisan Distillery & Craft Bar | $5+ | Grab your drink of choice and get ready for bellyaching laughs.
Friday, Aug. 15
Chris Botti in Concert | 8 p.m. | H-E-B Performance Hall at Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | $113+| Come hear Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti — who has collaborated with some of the biggest superstars in the world — and be transported.
Saturday, Aug. 16
Farmers & Artisans Markets | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mission Marquee Plaza | Free with purchase | This market offers fresh local food + products, plus fitness classes, tree adoptions, and on-site parking.
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Closing
The Jim’s Restaurant location on Loop 1604 and Bandera will be closing Tuesday, Aug. 19. “After 27 incredible years... we have made the difficult decision to close our doors due to accessibility challenges brought on by changes to the intersection’s road design,” the Jim’s team noted on Facebook. (MySA)
Eat
Are Gen Z cereal killers? Sales of the boxed breakfast have fallen by 13% in the US compared to 2021 — a decline attributed to changing preferences in young Americans. But who can blame them when they have local brunch options like this? (New York Post)
The Word
"Coolcation.” A travel trend to beat the heat + take a trip to cooler regions of the world, like Iceland, Norway, and Alaska. Pack extra layers and travel like a pro through San Antonio International Airport. (Scripps News)
Announced
John Marshall High School is slated to undergo construction starting today, Aug. 11. The campus bus lane is temporarily closed to traffic. In the meantime, personal vehicles must use Eckhart Road when entering and exiting school grounds. (KSAT)
Shop
Nintendo recently announced a pricing increase for the original Nintendo Switch family of systems + products due to market conditions in the US — think: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, the OLED model, and accessories. Mamma mia, we’ll see what Game Over Videogames has in stock first.
On This Day
Monday, Aug. 11 marks 159 years since the first public roller skating rink opened to the US public back in 1866. Thankfully, San Antonio has a lot more options to keep the kiddos entertained these days. (WUN)
Sports
Matt Galatzan and guest analyst Harrison Reno break down the Aggies’ impressive camp, spotlighting rising stars like Amari Niblack and Jerome Myles. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Texas A&M Aggies with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Cause
Roll the dice for a good cause at YMCA of Greater San Antonio’s Casino Night on Thursday, Sept. 18. The night promises a delightful mix of dining, drinks, live music, and casino fun, all to support the Y and continue their mission to empower + unite future generations. Snag tickets.*
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City Guide
More wining, less whining
Check out all the Copa Wine Bar & Tasting Room events. | Photo byCopa Wine Bar & Tasting Room
We’re raising a glass and toasting to local sip-worthy spots shaking things up in the happy hour department.
Looking for a great wine bar around the 210 — or mocktails, margaritas, or beer with chips and queso? Look no further than our updated list of SATX happy hour hangs.
Copa Wine Bar | Mon.-Sat., 3-6 p.m. | Enjoy multiple food + drink deals including $6 glasses of house-made sangria and select wines by the glass; BOGO 1/2 Off the entire menu; and 25% off all wine bottles, sangria carafes, and craft beers.
Maverick Texas Brasserie | Daily, 4-6 p.m. | Enjoy this restaurant’s version of happy hour, called Violet Hour, with Crispy Frites and a glass of the House Red.
Sip Wine Garden | All day Tues. + Wed.- Fri., 4-6 p.m. | Celebrate making it through the work day with $2 off wine by the glass, $1.50 off draft beer, and $2.00 off Hummus. Pro tip: Swing Tuesdays for half priced wine all day long and Wednesdays for $25 flatbread pizza + wine bottle special.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
A friend texted me this week: “Aren’t fairy tales just a series of magical moments? Finding the slipper, kissing the sleeping princess, visiting the Emerald City?”
Reminder: Don’t get so caught up in chasing the fairy tale that you forget to enjoy the moments that make up the fairy tale. (I like to visit the Japanese Tea Garden at Brackenridge Park and wander amid ponds filled with koi to fully achieve the effect.)
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