Ice cream, staying up late, drives at dusk, watermelon, and the Summer Reading Program are my family’s summer staples. The Summer Reading Program has been part of my summer experiences since I was a kid and even as a...
Anyone else think that Father's Day is the hardest holiday to shop for? I know that it shouldn't be, but breaking out of the grilling/ice chest/another insulated tumbler rut seems to get harder every year. As Father's Day quickly...
We’re thrilled to bring back our Spring Break Camp Guide, presented by The Witte Museum. Alamo City Moms Blog has partnered with a variety of local businesses to provide you a guide to Spring Break Camps in San Antonio....
Our Favorite Things Party is a highlight of being on the ACM team—think Oprah, but all local, small, San Antonio businesses! Hotel Estancia del Norte hosted a fabulous event, complete with Don Strange specialty foods, a beautiful space to...
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...
I've seen a few Christmas trees already shining through the living room windows of local houses! To be honest, mine went up on Halloween (but that's a different story for a different day). So why not try something (possibly)...
Wow! Summer is barely over, school just started, and we jump right into the next holiday: Halloween. So where do you get your pumpkins? How many does it take to complete your family's pumpkin carving, pumpkin baking, and fall...
Día de los Muertos is officially celebrated on November 2nd. When I started this annual post in 2015, Coco was not yet a household name, and Day of the Dead decorative items and accessories were found only at specialty shops....
It's finally here—2017. The year we thought would never come!
Be sure to check out some of the new-to-us events we've rounded up this year. There's quite a variety, from indoor to outdoor, family-friendly to kids-only, and even some opportunities to get creative....
Growing up in San Antonio, I remember mornings spent sitting around the kitchen table with my tías and mom, drinking cafecito, and talking about life. It's a core memory full of laughter, stories, support, and the start of my...
The holidays are quickly approaching, and ACMB has compiled all the holiday event info in one place for you. We'll continue to add to this list as more events pop up, so be sure to check back throughout the...
My kids have nothing but love for all things trampoline park. (Here's a list of some great ones.) I, on the other hand, have to give myself a mental pep talk every single time we go. Maybe it’s chasing...
Summertime is fast approaching, and along with a number of summer camps being offered in the Alamo City, Vacation Bible School is a favorite summer activity for many local families. Vacation Bible School offers children a chance to immerse...
As a librarian, I am always talking up the services that our libraries provide and that makes them community centers. Now, as their physical doors are temporarily closed, it’s time to explore their virtual resources more. Reading is a...
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DIY Fiesta Decorations – Hanging Ribbon Rings
Call it a ribbon ring, a hanging wreath, or an elaborate version of a windsock - but when you see these going up in...
