Greetings San Antonio! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️ In today's newsletter:
Explore a historic San Antonio home's opulence
San Antonio's new Spurs arena project saved
San Antonio's slow sink: a growing concern
Also on today's calendar: The Art of Bad Poetry with Abby E. Murray and 11 other events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a cat that gives up? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Saturday: Hot, with a high of 99 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Sunday: Hot, temps: high: 98, low: 77.
Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 101 and low of 77 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Ornate San Antonio house for sale was built by renowned developer behind Olmos Park (sacurrent.com) — A historic home in San Antonio's Mahncke Park, built by renowned developer H.C. Thorman, is up for sale. The Spanish-Mediterranean style house, featuring exquisite architectural details, reflects the opulence of San Antonio's golden age of architecture.
2. Proposed law that threatened new Spurs Arena has died (news4sanantonio.com) — A proposed law that threatened San Antonio's ability to fund large projects, like a new Spurs arena, has been shelved. City leaders, including Jeff Coyle, argued against the bill, emphasizing San Antonio's strong financial reputation.
3. San Antonio is slowly sinking, largely due to groundwater extraction (news4sanantonio.com) — San Antonio is sinking at a rate of 1.1 millimeters per year due to groundwater extraction, according to a new study. Experts highlight the need for awareness about soil conditions and water resource management as the city continues to grow.
4. San Antonio seeks temporary District 2 council member during Jalen McKee-Rodriguez's parental leave (ksat.com) — San Antonio is seeking a temporary District 2 council member during Jalen McKee-Rodriguez's parental leave. Applications open on May 19, with specific residency and eligibility requirements for interested candidates.
5. Roofing program aimed at protecting homeowners during heat wave (news4sanantonio.com) — San Antonio officials are expanding the 'Under 1 Roof' program to help homeowners combat extreme heat by replacing roofs with white shingles. This initiative aims to reduce urban heat island effects and improve living conditions in low-income areas.
🗓 Upcoming Events in San Antonio
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Other local events
The Art of Bad Poetry with Abby E. Murray
San Antonio
10:00 am
Wines of South Africa Tasting at Pullman Market
Pullman Market, 221 Newell Ave, San Antonio
11:00 am
Lion Dance
Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204,
2:00 pm
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
The Josephine Theatre, 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio
6:30 pm
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac on May 17, 2025
The Josephine Theatre, 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio
6:30 pm
Mimosa Fest Pop-Up: San Antonio
Boiler House at the Pearl, 312 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio
1:00 pm
Paint Pouring
Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204,
2:00 pm
The Revolutionists
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio
2:00 pm
Linoleum Cutting and Printmaking Workshop
Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W Market St, San Antonio
2:00 pm
Lynnwood King and the Revival
Marlin Bar, 15900 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio
4:00 pm
Raulín Rodríguez
RodeoEventCenterSA, 1305 SW Loop 410, San Antonio
6:00 pm
🗓 Events Nearby
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Xavier didn’t come for breakfast.
I saw a video of him outside by my garage at about 1am. He is an indoor cat and gets scared. He did this a couple of years ago and we found him… (Nextdoor Northern Hills)
Hey everyone I have 7 pups that need a good home.
There 7 weeks and have there first round of shots…plz let me know if anyone is interested. (Nextdoor Valley Forest)
The Salvation Army USA posted a job opening for Accounts Receivable Clerk - Part Time in San Antonio. Apply here.
Christus Health posted a job opening for Unit Secretary - Perinatal Admin in San Antonio. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Antonio here.
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