Music Picks: Shows To See This Week
Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn Thursday, March 9 Basically the Beyonce and Jay-Z of bluegrass music, husband and wife duo Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn join forces to create incredible movements with their respective banjos. One might scoff and say “nah, two banjos is too many.” But I say to you, dear reader, nonsense. Because…
South By San Anto: Catch These SXSW Acts on the Home Front
OK y’all, we’re about to be in the thick of it. South By Southwest looms, and with it will come the “spillover” shows, giving concert-goers the opportunity to check out amazing national and international talent without actually having to venture up I-35 and directly into the belly of the beast (If you’ve ever been caught…
Women Were told SAPD Officers Would Wipe Criminal Records, Help with Child Custody Cases in Exchange for Sex
Performing an erotic dance in a bikini. Taking shots of alcohol before doing jumping jacks. Acting like a devoted girlfriend to a stranger. “Playing house.” Having unprotected sex. These are just a few of the “tests” allegedly given to four different women in 2015, during what they believed were tryouts for a high-paying undercover job…
Sheriff Salazar’s Head-in-the-Sand Approach to the Changing Landscape of Immigration Enforcement
It seemed to start in early February, less than a month after President Donald Trump’s swearing in. Among the first anxiety-inducing headlines: a longtime Phoenix resident and 36-year-old mother of U.S. citizen kids was arrested and deported after showing up for a routine case review with federal officials. Then came the immigration raids, followed by news…
First Impressions: Battalion Is Southtown’s Newest Hot Spot
Other cliche puns I could have used: Third Time’s the Charm for Southtown Restaurant Group, Battalion Was LIT, I Went to Opening Night at Battalion and Didn’t See a Single Hot Firefighter… Jokes aside, I’m going to try to refrain from gushing over last night’s experience at Battalion, the third restaurant from Andrew Goodman and…
10 Things You Have to Do This Weekend
Thu 3/2 – Sun 3/5 “Monet to Matisse: A Century of French Moderns” Aside from the bewildering sensation of viewing classics from the 1800s that still fall under the heading of “Modernism,” the McNay’s new spectacle “Monet to Matisse: A Century of French Moderns” boasts a number of dichotomies and surprises. Although it might seem…
Don’t Walk Your Dog Off-Leash in a Texas State Park — A Game Warden Might Shoot and Kill It
Cathy Tomsett says she was walking her year-old dog, a heeler-looking mix named Woodrow, in a state park along the Cibolo Creek northeast of San Antonio on Saturday. In a message she left on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Facebook page this week, Woodrow said it had “become an evening ritual to load up our…
Forced to Move (Again), The Overtime Theater Perseveres
The Overtime Theater, San Antonio’s (quite aptly) self-proclaimed “theater for the people,” has played an important if often overlooked role in local arts and culture in its somewhat tumultuous first decade. Begun in 2007, the theater has, like no other in town, kept its spirit and talent local, while “specializing in the eccentric, the eclectic,…
Texas Conservatives Are Still Fighting Marriage Equality
On Wednesday, the Texas Supreme Court will hear arguments over a lawsuit that not only targets the rights of married gay couples in the state but also seeks to blunt the impact of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that granted marriage equality nationwide in the first place. The lawsuit, brought by some of the…
Savage Love: Come Now
Q: I’m a fan from way back. A therapist told me to go out and have some fun — I’m a married woman with teen boys and feeling a bit lonely — but I’m not looking to have an affair. I just want a spanking now and then. I found the one kink club I…
Free Will Astrology (3/1/17-3/7/17)
ARIES (March 21-April 19): I predict that you will have earned the title of Master Composter no later than March 26. Not necessarily because you will have packed your food scraps, wilted flowers, coffee grounds, and shredded newspapers in, say, a deluxe dual-chamber tumbling compost bin. But rather because you will have dealt efficiently with…
San Antonio 100: Succulent Carnitas and Karaokanta at El Chilaquil
We’re compiling a list of our favorite 100 dishes in the city with the San Antonio 100. Check back weekly for a new dish we love that either screams SA or you need to enjoy ASAP. There are many ways to cook carnitas, but most recipes start with pork shoulder cut into large pieces and…
South Flores H-E-B’s Pizza Happy Hour Is A Steal
When H-E-B’s South Flores outpost opened in late 2015, the shop had plenty of critics and fans alike. While most downtown dwellers cheered at finally having a location (complete with gas pumps!) within reach, others bemoaned the lack of variety, teensy aisles and relatively early hours (they close at 9 p.m.). But the grocery chain…
Trump Promises “Immigration Reform” That Will Make People “Very, Very Happy”
Ahead of President Donald Trump’s first speech to a joint session of Congress Tuesday night, we got somewhat surprising news out of the White House: Trump, whose thundering anti-immigrant rhetoric was central to his hair-raising campaign, is actually open to the kind of immigration reform his predecessor promised but couldn’t deliver. Or at least that…
Trinity Conservatives File “Harassment” Claim Against Students Who Returned Their Event Fliers
Shortly after Trinity University student Jonah Wendt distributed some 600 event leaflets across campus housing, 288 reappeared in front of his own dorm room door. “Keep your propaganda to yourselves. We don’t like it in our faces,” a note read on top of the rubber-banded stack of returned leaflets. Wendt had passed out the fliers to…
Music Picks: Shows To See This Week
John Papa Gros Band Wednesday, March 1 The John “Papa” Gros Band sounds sort of like the full song versions of tunes sampled for hip-hop tracks back in the early 90s – which is amazing. While still retaining a bit of funk from his former project, Papa Grows Funk, singer and keyboardist John Papa Gros…
February Restaurant Openings and Closings
It’s been a busy month for restaurant openings and sadly, closings. Let’s start with the newbies: Toro Kitchen Bar opened February 2 with tapas, calimocho and plenty of paella at 115 N. Loop 1604 E., Suite 1105, (210) 776-3606. Mark Weaver, formerly with Tre Trattoria, opened Periphery on Main on February 7 with affordable, approachable and…
Branchline Brewing Co. Will Close Tap Room on March 4
Brew-lovers have through have Saturday to enjoy Branchline Brewing’s beer inside the taproom. In a hazy notice released late Monday night, the brewery announced it’ll be closing its taproom as of March 4. The post doesn’t indicate whether production will stop, but the brewery will “regroup.” Here’s the original post: We’ve reached out to management…
Man Charged with Murdering Woman, Letting Friend Have Sex With Body Before Burning it Beyond Recognition
A man has been charged with first-degree murder for killing an unidentified woman, allowing a friend to have sex with her body, and then burning her body beyond recognition. Javier Hernandez, 29, was arrested Monday morning, a month after San Antonio Police officers found the woman’s burnt body in a South Side garage. The only…
Bar Industry Wears Love of Craft on their Sleeve, Literally
It’s hard not to gaze and/or gawk at most craft bartenders as they muddle, shake and stir their way through cocktails. But if you stare long enough, you’ll start to find small mementos of their time spent behind the well. The hospitality industry, it seems, has a penchant for food and booze themed ink and…
Logan Takes the ‘Wolverine’ to a Darker Place
If there was any reason to suspect that co-writer/director James Mangold was going to deliver just another adventure for the Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) in Logan, he takes approximately two minutes to dispatch such notions. Gone are the trademark mutton-chop sideburns, replaced by a full (and graying) beard. The healing powers that have kept him alive…
Meet the Tattoo Artists Changing San Antonio — One Body at a Time
His name was Hendrix. The maroon-hued cinnamon clownfish was the longest survivor of Jedidiah Reed’s saltwater aquarium. Hendrix had become a mascot of sorts for Jedi, as friends call him, and his young shop, Element Tattoo off Fredericksburg. Then the fire. Old, overloaded electrical wiring blew an outlet one night in 2009 and started a…
South American Cooking Inspired by a Trip to Tienda Centro America
San Antonio — a city with close culinary and cultural ties to Mexico and Central America — is slowly expanding its mercados to include the rich ingredients and dishes found across South America. Tienda Centro America is a delicious hybrid — half-restaurant, half- mini-mart — that celebrates the foods found in countries throughout the South…
Texas Lawmakers Advance Bill That Would Allow Doctors to Lie to Pregnant Women
This morning, the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs unanimously passed a bill on to the full Senate that would let the government decide what a pregnant woman deserves to know about the health of her unborn child. Committee members, it appears, believe it should be up to the doctor to decide if a pregnant…
Did Texas Deliberately Pass a Racist Law? Under Trump, the Feds No Longer Care
Voting rights lawyers are set to argue in a Corpus Christi federal court on Tuesday that Texas lawmakers knew their voter ID law discriminated against Hispanics and African Americans, and yet passed it anyway. Were this week’s court hearing scheduled, say, when Barack Obama was president, the feds would have come in with the assist. But…
Get Those Reservations In: Battalion Opens Tuesday
Long-awaited Battalion, the third eatery from business partners Andrew Goodman and chef Stefan Bowers opens Tuesday. As of press time, the menu hadn’t been released, but here’s what we do know. Prices on the menu will range from $6 to $26 and include fresh pastas by Elena D’Agostino. The restaurant seats 145 with a large…
Local Islamophobic Group Fires Leader for Being Too Islamophobic
The local arm of anti-Muslim conservative group ACT for America has fired its chapter head for being too openly Islamophobic. Roy White, a retired Air Force lieutenant, was booted this weekend for publicizing that February’s ACT meeting would be a lesson in how to “shut down mosques.” White, however, wasn’t lying — the Thursday meeting featured…
Unique Flavors Emerge From Pedro’s on the West Side
Reposted with permission from The Tacoist. Walking into Pedro’s Cafe on the west side had me worried. No West Side taqueria should be this empty, especially on a Saturday morning. Then I ate the tacos. It can’t be the food, I thought. My fellow taco critic, aka The Palate, didn’t seem as enthused but I…
Local Photographer Hopes to Remedy Misconceptions by Screening Afghan Doc Frame by Frame
A photography revolution was born in Afghanistan in 2001 when the Taliban regime fell from power and a free press emerged. No longer would someone in the Middle Eastern country be punished for simply taking a photo. In the award-winning 2015 documentary Frame By Frame, first-time feature filmmakers Alexandria Bombach and Mo Scarpelli follow four…
Feds, Bexar County Still Won’t Say Why Local DACA Recipient Was Detained by ICE
Josue Romero hadn’t seen a federal immigration agent since he’d sat in the back of an U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement van last week, forced on a whirlwind road trip that began as the first step to deportation and ended, somehow, back in his father’s arms in San Antonio. Now, just over a week since a…
Bid Farewell to Beloved “Glambear Queen” Foxxy Blue Orchid at Paramour’s Drag Brunch
Those familiar with San Antonio scenes spanning from burlesque and drag to knitting and poetry have probably crossed paths with Dino Foxx, a multifaceted artist and performer who — frequently as his gender-blending alter ego Foxxy Blue Orchid — has emceed more events than he’d likely care to count. Once the lone male in the award-winning troupe…
Yass, Girl: John Mayer’s Coming to San Antonio
Earlier this morning the AT&T Center announced a new addition to their summer lineup. John Mayer (Room for Squares, Continuum, Heartbreak Warfare, et al.) will visit the AT&T Center on August 3. The “Search for Everything” tour features his latest album, a collection of songs released in 4-track waves throughout the spring. Wave 2 was…
Thieves Use Forklift to Steal ATM, Again
It’s been two days since a pair of thieves used a forklift to drop a Huebner Oaks ATM into their truck and drive off into the night. On Friday morning, San Antonio police stumbled upon a nearly identical —and equally unusual — scene at a Windcrest credit union. Like the Wednesday heist, the forklift (stolen…
Will the Supreme Court Rein in Border Patrol?
The family of 15-year-old Sergio Hernandez says it was like a game of chicken, border-town style. They say Hernandez and his friends were playing near the Paso del Norte Bridge, which stretches into downtown El Paso, on June 7, 2010, daring each other to run and touch the fence on the north end of drainage…
Snack Attack: Where to Find Picadilly, Bacon Cheeseburger and other Flavored Popcorn
Did you watch the magic of La La Land while gripping a bucket of freshly popped, slightly salted popcorn? Do you agree the best part of the movie-going experience is spending far too much money on said treat? Maybe you’re just into exploring a world of flavors. Whatever the case may be, we’re into popcorn…
Photographer Julián P. Ledezma Celebrates Queens with “Invoking the Reign”
If you frequent local scenes inhabited by teased, tucked and tassel-twirling drag queens, burlesque performers and club crawlers, it’s quite likely you’ve crossed paths with photographer Julián P. Ledezma — who can often be seen going the extra mile for the money shot. A frequent contributor to both the San Antonio Current and its LGBT…
Woman Convicted of Child Pornography Claimed to Have Multiple Personalities
A 23-year-old woman was sentenced to 27 years in prison for child pornography Wednesday, despite her lawyer claiming she may suffer from a serious mental health disorder. Ashleigh Nicole Browning Welsh and her husband William Richard Welsh, 27, were both handed matching sentences by U.S. District Judge Xavier Rodriguez for repeatedly sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl, recording it,…
SA Activists Set to Protest Reversal of Protections for Trans Students
This story originally appeared in our sister paper, Out in SA. A decision by the Trump administration to rescind protections for transgender students has hit home with San Antonio LGBT activists who are ready to take to the streets to protest the decision. The rescinded policy originated with the U.S. Departments of Education and Justice.…
Crowdfunding in SA: Putting Your Money Where Your Mouth Is?
As one restaurant closes, others hope to open — and owners are looking to their would-be customers for help. Crowfunding isn’t new by any means. Indiegogo launched in 2008 and Kickstarter rolled through in 2009. Both have served as platforms where business owners, investors and the like can tap into their potential customer base to…
Honest Marks in the Autobiographical Abstractions of Cristina Muñiz
In the blog-like “Studio” portion of her website, artist Cristina Muñiz ponders one of her drawings in a post tellingly titled “Future Paintings? Maybe Not.” Often blending identifiable and non-representational objects in complex compositions inspired by personal experiences and observations, Muñiz’s small-scale sketches are, at times, studies for larger drawings or paintings. Hinting at an…
El Mirador Unleashes New Happy Hour
If you’re a sucker for mezcal, you may want to bookmark this post. El Mirador launched a new happy hour as of last week. From 3 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, the eatery offers 25 percent all spirits, $1 off all beer, and $3 off all house cocktails and wine by the glass. The…
Car Loaded With Ammo Catches Fire, Explodes on South Side
San Antonio firefighters rushed to the scene of a southeast side apartment complex Wednesday afternoon after a car loaded with ammo caught fire and then went bang. Photos posted by the San Antonio Fire Department show a charred sedan parked outside an apartment complex on the 4550 block of Pecan Valley Drive. While officials haven’t…
Sid Miller Wants to Unleash a “Hog Apocalypse”
Texas Agriculture Commissioner and feral hog foe Sid Miller has officially approved a plan to wipe out Texas’ pesky hog population. The fix? Poisoning wild pigs with toxic kibble. “This solution is long overdue. Wild hogs have caused extensive damage to Texas lands and loss of income for many, many years,” Miller announced in a…
At The Drive In Announces First New Album in 17 Years — and Adds SA Tour Date
The good news: At the Drive In just announced its first record in 17 years. The even better news: The legendary El Paso post-hardcore band will tour the new album, titled in•ter a•li•a, in the Alamo City this summer. The album (Latin for “among other things”) is being produced by none other than Omar Rodriguez-López,…
10 Things You Have to Do This Weekend
Thu 2/23 Into the Woods The musical Into the Woods is now so well-known — particularly after Meryl Streep’s Oscar-nominated turn in the movie adaptation — that Forbidden Broadway’s delicious parody has even more bite: Into the Words. That’s because James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods has always been about words, stories and…
“Puro” Symposium Questions Authenticity, Urban Re-Development and Cultural Appropriation
On Tuesday night, about 80 people gathered inside Brick at the Blue Star Arts Complex, where UTSA architecture professor Antonio Petrov led a symposium exploring the meaning of “puro.” Kicking off the discussion, Petrov says he began to question the word while working on the city’s tricentennial celebration and architectural projects on Broadway. “I know…
SAISD Trustee Arrested in Bribery Scheme Steps Down
The longtime San Antonio Independent School District trustee arrested on federal fraud charges last week has resigned her position on the school board. As first reported by the Express-News, Olga Hernandez, who’s currently out of jail on bond, delivered a speech at the start of Tuesday’s SAISD board meeting and announced that she’d step down…
Supreme Court Grants Texas Death Row Inmate Chance to Appeal Racist Sentence
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Texas death row inmate Duane Buck, granting the convicted murderer a chance to dodge capital punishment. Six of the eight justices agreed that Buck’s initial sentencing at trial was marred with racist testimony that likely influenced the outcome. The court has allowed Buck to ask a lower…
Judge Blocks Texas Attempt to Defund Planned Parenthood, Calls State’s Case a Work of Fiction
After months of back-and-forth in court, a federal judge has officially overruled Texas’ plan to pull Planned Parenthood from the state’s Medicaid plan. In his Tuesday decision, U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks called the state’s arguments to block thousands of Texans from accessing affordable reproductive health care could be the building blocks of a “best-selling…
Late Night Snacks, Or Where to Sober Up After a Night Out
Mi Tierra Restaurant & Bakery Used to be that local denizens of the dark had limited late-night feeding options: Mi Tierra pairing enchiladas and mariachis, and Earl Abel’s mating insomniacs to fried chicken. Mi Tierra Restaurant & Bakery still soldiers on. But a new breed of night owls has emerged, encouraged in part by upscale…
Where to Get Your Fill of Cakes and Croissants
Bakery Lorraine The must-visit stop on every pastry lover’s bucket list, Bakery Lorraine (with locations inside The DoSeum, in The Pearl and in the Medical Center) offers custom orders along with their famous macarons, delicious tarts and drool-worthy cinnamon rolls. Stop in for a savory breakfast or lunch, and be sure to save room for…
A Crash Course in SA’s Live Music Scene
Like any big city, the live music scene here is always shifting and expanding and changing. From the Aztec Theatre morphing into a high-caliber venue that’s now booked by Live Nation’s House of Blues entertainment unit (one of, if not the biggest concert bookers in the world) to the hard rock and metal staple The…
Where to Eat Along the San Antonio River
If you’re heading to The Majestic or Tobin for a show, or want to take advantage of Downtown Tuesday’s free parking (in city-owned lots), take a seat along the lauded Riverwalk and its extensions for a bite. Acenar If you’re a fan of Rosario’s, you’ll love the flavors and plates available at this Lisa Wong-owned…
San Antonio’s Summer Events to Pencil in Right Now
Cocktail Previous years of the San Antonio Current’s signature Cocktail party have subscribed to the Gatsby model of decadence, featuring top-shelf drinks at the gorgeous McNay. With the 80s-themed party held at The DoSeum last year, the attitude felt closer to Willy Wonka — if the chocolate-manufacturer built a factory dedicated to booze instead of…
Local Film Festivals & Pop-Up Screenings
As city leaders work hard with the local film community to lure more movie and television projects into San Antonio with new and attractive incentives, other cinema aficionados are doing their part by bringing mainstream, independent and local films to screens across the Alamo City. If you’re in the 210 and have a hankering for…
Get Outside Without Leaving the City Limits
San Antonio has no shortage of green spaces. From secluded wildlife habitats to pristine picnic spots to tiny railroad rides, the Alamo City’s parks can provide a refreshing break from the sun, an all-ages educational experience, or a place to let your pups run free. San Pedro Springs San Pedro Springs is the second oldest…
A Few of Our Favorite Oddities and Attractions
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch “African Safari: Texas Style” is a pretty good description for this drive-thru ranch complete with big Texas trucks full of visitors spying on antelopes, zebras, rhinos and ostriches. Unlike Africa, where you might have to quietly sneak up for a long-range view of the wildlife, these Texas animals know the drill…
San Antonio’s Essential Theater Companies & Performing Arts Venues
ARTS San Antonio Since 1992, ARTS San Antonio has brought the finest performances from around the world to various venues around town. But the artistic impact doesn’t end at the close of the performance; the organization also works to coordinate education and outreach opportunities for community engagement with visiting artists. Save the date for the…
The Bright Future of the Alamo
The last thing the Alamo wants is to be forgotten. But with a past so complex — a blend of battles, burial grounds, buried treasure, and tall tales — it’s understandably hard to stay up to speed on its present and future. Just because the 18th Century mission is a historic relic doesn’t mean it’s…
Trails and Watering Holes Outside of SA
Though there are plenty of adventures to be had within city limits, San Antonio’s surrounding area has ample room for roaming. Nearby watering holes, rivers, caves and trails are abundant with several options for those looking for a quick escape from the city life, so grab your hiking shoes or your bathing suits and start…
Where to Get Your Literary Kicks in San Antonio
Cheever Books When it comes to quality used and vintage books, Cheever is hands-down the place to go. Get lost in the Broadway shop’s collection of rare finds and work your way through bookshelves that are packed with one-of-a-kind books. Whether you’re stopping in for a specific title or are just there to browse, you…
San Antonio Coffee Shops that Give Starbucks a Run for Their Money
Aspen’s Brew A buzzing local favorite that is quick, cheap and fresh, Aspen Brewery offers a wide variety of ways to enjoy your cup of joe and free wi-fi. Complement your morning bagel with a flavorful cold brew iced coffee for only $5. 11255 Huebner Road, Suite 100, (210) 561-5551, aspensbrewcoffee.com. Barrio BaristaPart-community center, part-café…
The Largest MLK March in the Country Takes Place Right Here in San Antonio
With approximately 300,000 people in attendance each year, San Antonio’s Martin Luther King Jr. march has been called the largest in the nation honoring the slain civil rights leader — a recognition that certainly makes the city proud. The signature event, which is organized each year by the city’s all-volunteer MLK, Jr. Commission, was first…
Can’t-Miss Eateries to Visit for the San Antonio Experience
Alternative Earth Burger This veggie stand means fast food without the guilt and they even have kale salad as a side option. 818 NW Loop 410, (210) 524-1086. Green Vegetarian Cuisine One of the first vegetarian eateries in SA by way of chef Mike Behrend delivers tasty takes on American classics. Multiple locations, eatatgreen.com. La…
A Guide to San Antonio’s Essential Museums
Briscoe Western Art Museum // Often overlooked or misunderstood, the handsome Briscoe dedicates itself to “the preservation of the art, history and culture of the American West.” Housing a wide range of art and artifacts spanning five centuries (“from the Spanish conquest to the present day”), the museum counts Pancho Villa’s saddle (c. 1890-1910) and…
The Low Down on San Antonio’s Essential Galleries
AnArte // Beyond the downtown bubble, Ana Montoya’s Alamo Heights gallery AnArte represents an array of emerging and established artists, including such local notables as Kathy Sosa, Steven Daluz and Victoria Suescum. Displaying works in varised media but often hovering in the realm of painting, the gallery typically opens monthly exhibitions with festive receptions complete…
Why Trinity University’s Lecture Series is Worth the Visit
With more than 10 universities and colleges in San Antonio, you can take advantage of the range of guest speakers and lecturers who come through town. But, above anyone else, it seems Trinity University has mastered the art of the lecture series. Drawing in names like Jane Goodall, journalist Bob Woodward and retired NASA astronaut…
Take a Crack at Some of these San Antonio Open-mic Nights
San Antonians are actually a pretty friendly bunch, and chances are that no matter how terrible you might be, we probably won’t boo you off a stage at an open mic night (unless, that is, you say something mean about The Spurs in one of your songs; don’t do that). When done well, the open…
Spring Events to Look Forward to in San Antonio
Alamo City Comic Con Get out your spandex, swords and face paint, because San Antonio is home to one of the largest and fastest-growing comic and pop-culture conventions in the country. During this three-day celebration of all things comic, participants have the opportunity to mingle with their favorite celebrities, purchase art and collectibles, and attend…
Check Out These Themed Nights to Diversify Your Party Routine
It’s actually not a terrible thing to have a weekly regimen, to frequent the same spots where you know you’ll find your same homies spilling whatever tea and chisme they heard about that one person who did that one thing. It’s nice. However, if you’re sick of the same, maybe it’s time to switch it…
San Antonio’s Fall Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Fotoseptiembre You’d be hard-pressed to find wall space in September that isn’t filled with photographs, and you can blame Michael Mehl for that. The local artist and curator started Fotoseptiembre USA back in 1995 with a small offering of exhibits and conferences. Since then, the festival has drawn international interest in its exhibitions of photography…
Eclectic Favorites for Your Gifting & Collecting Needs
Brick Sunday Arts Market Although it’s still somewhat new on the scene, Brick has quickly become a hotspot in the Blue Star Arts Complex. The Sunday Arts Market is the longest-running event at Brick and brings in a wide array of artisans, from tarot readers to tea vendors, depending on the week. Though the vendors…
A Guide to SA’s Off-leash Dog Parks
While there are plenty of places to spend quality time with your four-legged pals in SA (check out bringfido.com for the most up-to-date pet-friendly restaurant and bar listings), there’s nothing quite like letting the pooches off-leash to run off their wild side. Luckily, San Antonio’s got several off-leash parks where you can let Fido roam: …
Where to Dance, Bowl and Geek Out
A night out should involve a little more than just a few drinks, so if you need activities to pair with your rum and Cokes, here’s where to go. DANCING Brass Monkey // If you’re looking to dance on the St. Mary’s Strip, then the place to be is Brass Monkey. With a combination of…
Winter In San Antonio Brings River Parade, Diwali and More
Ford Holiday River Parade The recently extended parade route allows more space for eager spectators to claim their seats along the River Walk to enjoy the Christmas lights and lavish floats with friends and family. The H-E-B Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony makes the evening more special, so everyone’s holiday spirit should be at full gleam.…
A Rundown of San Antonio’s Transportation Options
Rideshare Is Here to Stay Do you Uber or Lyft a lot when you visit other cities? Would you be less likely to visit — or maybe even move to — a city if those services weren’t an option? During San Antonio’s recent Rideshare Wars, city officials were desperately afraid they’d lose the kind of…
Where to Hike in San Antonio
Surrounded by the rolling Hill Country and a long reach of grasslands, San Antonio is the perfect launching pad for an eclectic variety of hikes. Whether you’re seeking quiet bird-watching or strenuous climbs, these trails will get you on the right foot. Friedrich Wilderness Park Located at the southern tip of the Hill Country, Friedrich…
A Few Leisurely Starter Rides to Enjoy this Amazingly Bikeable City
All that buzz about urban redevelopment, the Decade of Downtown and reviving San Antonio’s urban core usually skips over a key selling point: The area is ridiculously bikeable. Biking is (and hopefully, will remain) the hands-down best way to move in and around San Antonio, so expect more of us who live, work or play…
Welcome to San Antonio City Guide 2017
Oh, hi there. So you’ve recently moved to San Antonio. Or maybe you’re a traveler, just visiting and looking and exploring. Or maybe, even though you’ve lived here for a while, you still felt it necessary to pick up something called a “City Guide.” This is what we here at the Current offer up as…
Bars for When You Want a Proper Cocktail
San Antonio’s craft cocktail game has grown exponentially in the last few years. With the San Antonio Cocktail Conference (now in its seventh year) and a slew of bar openings, you’re always close to your next shot of Fernet. Cheers! DOWNTOWN Bohanan’s Bar // Whet your whistle the high-brow way at Bohanan’s, where you’ll get…
