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We are a rescue house all the way.  My childhood pets were usually brought home by my dad because they appeared at his work and needed a home.  We have adopted dogs (and cats) my whole life, and I've...

Recently, my husband was away for the week, so I decided to spend my evenings crossing off a few of the tasks that I had shelved because… well, we are in the thick of the terrible twos, and after...

One of my favorite times of the year is the moment that summer seasonal items transitions to pencils, notebook paper, and folders. OH MY! School supply lists have been donning the aisles of Walmart and Target since late June,...

Hands down, if you asked me the one reason why I would consider moving away from San Antonio, it’s the mosquitos. I know many, many other places in the world are home to mosquitos over the summer, but I’ve...

PLEASE CHECK WITH EACH VENUE/EVENT FOR CURRENT TIMES, CONDITIONS, AND STATUS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. Are you as ready as we are for the return of fireworks, barbecues, and parades for the 2023 Fourth of July celebration? We have curated the...

Portions of this post were originally published in May 2015 by Brooke Meabon. Summer is here, and many San Antonio families are ready to get out and explore. Whether you're in the mood for a road trip or looking for...

With summer just around the corner, you're likely making lists of all the fun things you want to do with the kids—from crafts and DIY projects to planning day trips in and around town. Many of us go into...

Fiesta® is officially upon us, April 20–30! So grab your favorite colorful attire, lather your kiddos in sunscreen, and hang on to this handy list of family- and kid-friendly Fiesta events! You might be surprised by how many there...

Spring has sprung in South Texas, and the Easter events have hit the calendar. Check out the San Antonio and surrounding area egg hunts, Bunny sightings, and a splash of cascarones! MALL BUNNY MEET & GREETS Ingram Park Mall : Opens...

Spring fun in San Antonio is blooming everywhere you look. From river parades to arctic dinosaurs, fun is bursting across the Alamo City. There’s something for everyone—and most of these activities extend far beyond spring break. Mark your calendar...

Spring Break is upon us, and if you’re like me, the idea of staying cooped up in the house all week with restless, bored kids is enough to make your head spin. My family loves trying new places and...

We’re thrilled to share our annual Guide to Spring Break Camps. Alamo City Moms has partnered with a variety of local businesses to provide you this list of area camps being offered during the school break. When is your Spring...

The season of love approaches, and whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with all you’ve got or think it’s a sorry excuse for an over-commercialized February holiday, you’ll find that the Alamo City always delivers on romance. Valentine’s Day may be just...

Did anyone else struggle to get into the holiday spirit this year? While shopping at one of my favorite big box stores, as expected, the cashier asked me how I was doing. I would usually give a generic, "Fine, how...