Who says you can’t have fun for free? San Antonio has some amazing opportunities for families to enjoy free movies this summer. Whether you want to be inside or out, enjoying a mid-day flick or an evening under the...
What do The Pandemic, working from home, and a freak winter storm in Texas have in common? If you guessed the ability to put a damper on the romance in your relationship, then you're right! These days, we are...
Tackling your holiday shopping with twinkling lights, music, and fun, perhaps even with a drink in hand? Yes, please! If you want to actually enjoy your shopping excursions and land unique gifts this year, add shopping holiday events to...
San Antonio has an exciting new distinction to boast! In its inaugural year, a new Day of the Dead San Antonio 2019 celebration is putting down roots here, and the buzz that this event is generating is positively supernatural!
This...
Bring on the paletas and sunscreen, a San Antonio summer is upon us! There are so many budget-friendly ways to explore our great city this summer. Whether you're looking for outdoor activities, a chance to cool off in the...
It would be great if I had an unlimited budget, to whisk the family away to Disney for Spring Break or even spend each day visiting San Antonio's amazing theme parks. But if you are on a budget—and most...
I don't know about you, but March is one of the toughest months of the year for me. My bank account (and waistline!) is still recovering from the holidays (not to mention my waistline!); I need to start saving...
If your family’s anything like mine, Spring Break isn’t always the ideal time go on a week-long family getaway. Between job responsibilities, budget limitations, and timing issues, getting away for a long stretch smack dab in the middle of...
Can I let you in on a secret? San Antonio is the top tourist destination in Texas. OK, so that’s not really a secret. Our fabulous city has great museums, fun activities, and cool things to explore, so of...
The New York Times recently published an article about families that can’t afford summer, and I’m one of them. And with over 27% of families with children living under the poverty level in San Antonio, I’m not the only...
Looking for something new or different to entertain and engage your littles? Why not add some free—or almost free—activities that are fun and can help your kids develop their fine motor skills? That's anything that helps those fingers and...
All parents want to give their children the best chances to succeed in life. Sometimes, the things we want for them seem out of reach. (For example, I’m trying to not freak out about how to pay for college.)...
Alamo City Moms Blog is proud to partner with the San Antonio Public Library to bring you news of their holiday events and activities throughout December.
The holiday season is a magical time of year in San Antonio. Cooler nights...
Alamo City Moms Blog is thrilled to partner with the San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) to bring you information on their vast array of resources and programs for both children and adults of all ages.
With a good month of...
GET TO KNOW SAN ANTONIO
Fiesta® Is Over…So What Do I Do with All These Medals?
I moved to San Antonio in 2003. After 16 years, I still only sort of get the Fiesta frenzy that overtakes the city every...
