Can you guess what retailer occupied this space before Spirit Halloween? | Photo via 6AM City
Do you remember the Joann Fabric on Military Drive? What about the Tuesday Morning on Huebner Road? Those retail spaces have something in common — they’re getting dressed up as Spirit Halloween stores.
The seasonal chain has converted 12 vacant retail spaces in the Alamo City into Spirit Halloween stores, including:
17700 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 201 (next to Harbor Freight)
2945 Thousand Oaks Drive (former Tuesday Morning)
2502 Summit Church Road (former CVS)
25 NE Interstate 410 Loop (former Joann Fabrics)
6909 North Loop 1604 East (former Sears)
12332 W I-10 Frontage Road (former University Bowl)
Fermented Friday | 4-6 p.m. | Geekdom | Free | At this networking event every Friday afternoon, BYOB and enjoy good company to celebrate triumph over another week.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Texas State Bobcats at UTSA | 2:30 p.m. | The Alamodome | $23+ | Witness the age-old I-35 rivalry as you see the Roadrunners take on the Bobcats in an iconic match-up.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Forest Bathing in the Garden | 9-11 a.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | Price of admission | Immerse yourself in guided meditation at our Forest Bathing event, inspired by the Japanese practice of slowing down our nervous senses and absorbing the healing power of nature.
Monday, Sept. 8
The Gang’s All Here: Curtain Talks and Cocktails | Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | $10 | Learn about the optimism of Hollywood’s Golden Age in this fascinating lecture about films of the era — while enjoying cocktails.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Creating our Own Spaces/Creando Nuestros Espacios | 1-5 p.m. | Trinity University’s Neidorff Art Gallery | Free | It’s opening week of a unique Neidorff Art Gallery exhibit to celebrate Hispanic History Month — don’t miss it.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Kids’ Studio: Improvised Abstractions | 10-11:15 a.m. | San Antonio Museum of Art | Free with admission | Create playful, improvised collages using color, shape, and transparent materials inspired by special exhibition Larry Bell: Improvisations.
Thursday, Sept. 11
9/11 Memorial Climb | 6 a.m. | The Alamodome | $60 | Pay tribute to 343 fallen firefighter brothers with this annual 9/11 tribute climb, open to the public — with same-day onsite registration available (cash only).
“The Guys” 9/11 Commemorative Reading | 7:30 p.m. | Boerne Community Theatre | $20 | This human story about loss, memory, and human connection in the wake of 9/11, originally staged by Sigourney Weaver and Bill Murray, benefits the 100 Club of Kendall County — get your tickets today.
Toyota Texas is rolling out plans for a $531 million new rear axle production facility in San Antonio in 2026. This farewell act by former Toyota Texas president Susann Kazunas — now Vice President of Toyota Motor North America — was a strategic move to pave the way for future expansion. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Opening
There’s a new brunch in town. Local crepe stop Crepeccino is launching a second San Antonio-area location in Cibolo on Saturday, Sept. 13. The new restaurant will carry over all the beloved favorites of the original — like waffles, specialty coffee drinks, and artisan gelato milkshakes. (San Antonio Culture Map)
Weather
It’s true — yesterday may have been the Alamo City’s last 100+ degree day of the year, so expect a slightly milder day today. Thankfully, looming Hurricane Lorena won’t make landfall in Texas, but its remnant moisture will bring rain and a mild cold front this weekend. (San Antonio Express-News)
Edu
Everything really is bigger in Texas. With the merger between University of Texas-San Antonio and the Texas Health Science Center finally complete and the university’s new branding launched, it’s official: UTSA is the third-largest public research university in the state of Texas. (San Antonio Current)
Development
Extra, extra, read all about it. Goodwill San Antonio scored the approval of the Historic and Design Review Commission this week to renovate its 11-story Rosa Verde Towers downtown to serve as a hub for its San Antonio ventures. The measure was passed unanimously. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Wellness
Texas’s glamorous La Cantera Resort & Spa is transferring management to hotel chain Hilton in a new partnership. Fully rebranding as the Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the locale will mark the first Hilton Signia in Texas. (Travel and Tour World)
Gallery
Fun fact: the San Antonio Light shuttered its publication in 1993, but its archives from 1924 to 1993 are still available online via special collection from the UTSA library. Browse 1.5 million historic local images ranging from street scenes of the Great Depression to the home front in World War II.
The Word
Texit. It’s a program to help people sell their homes and leave the Lone Star State, led by Lily Rockwell of Rockwell Residential Group. The service helps homeowners get their house ready to hit the market, access discounted listing fees, and get connected to real estate agents in their new city. (MySA)
On This Day
On September 5, 1836, Sam Houston was elected the first president of the Republic of Texas after gaining independence from Mexico. Previously Commanding General of the Texas Army, the Alamo fell after his troops ignored his orders to destroy the fort — but later scored victory at the Battle of San Jacinto. (The History Channel)
Listen
In episode 98 of “Stories Bigger Than Texas,” learn how a new state law will bring Lt. Col. William Travis’s famous “Victory or Death” letter — penned while the Alamo was under siege — back home to San Antonio. It will be displayed in the future Alamo Visitor Center.
Deal
“Museums on Us” is back. On Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7, Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders are eligible forfree access to the Briscoe Western Art Museum, the McNay Art Museum, the San Antonio Museum of Art, the Doseum, and the Witte Museum.
Sports
Can Philadelphia repeat as NFC East champs? The Dallas Cowboys face a new era without Micah Parsons, while the Philadelphia Eagles aim to sustain their success. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Shop
Score this cap sleeve tee for an effortless transition from summer to autumn wardrobing. It features a chic V-neck design and is available in 12+ colors. Bonus: It’s under $17.*
It’s game week at UTSA, and the battle for I-35 looms large. You won’t want to miss the UTSA Roadrunners vs. the Texas State Bobcats showdown this Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Alamodome.
Intrigued?Check out just a few of the top moments in the history of this famous (mostly affectionate) rivalry.
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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.
If you’re like me, don’t forget Alamo Colleges District offers some of the best continuing education courses around, like this 6-week “Discover Digital Photography” course for $130. It’s never too late to do what you love.
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