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...
We can all empathize with that feeling of waking up on the weekend, not wanting to cook breakfast for the family… and then coming up empty on a breakfast spot that’s both hangry-child friendly and has great coffee.
My little...
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...
While many of us pick up a book to keep us busy at the airport, or a vacation novel when we’re dashing/slowly ambling around Target, there’s really nothing like browsing at a good bookstore.
Though there are some reliable...
As a proud San Antonian, the arrival of Fiesta each year is a huge cause for celebration. These two weeks in April are nothing short of a cultural extravaganza, filling our streets with vibrant colors, joyous music, and a...
Looking for alternative dining options while we're home for a few weeks? Here's a running list of some local restaurants offering San Antonio delivery or curbside service in and around the area as of March 18, 2020.
Pearl Farmer's Market...
A few years ago, one of my favorite songs played as I entered Lifeway Christan Store: "Yes to VBS." Vacation Bible School signs are showing up in front of every church across the Alamo City, and it's time to...
This San Antonio schools guide is a paid listing opportunity, brought to you by Alamo City Moms as well as the many school partners listed. Thank you to our sponsors who made this guide possible! We hope it is a...
As the song goes “blame it all on my roots, I showed up in boots / and ruined your black tie affair” - well, here in San Antonio, we know that boots are welcome everywhere, from black tie events...
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...
If I had to describe my family’s relationship with Mother Nature in one word, it’d be outdoorsy-ish. We’ve gone camping without any children being eaten by wild animals or being left in caves (a success in my book). Let's...
Tis the Season! There are so many unique and memorable holiday events in San Antonio this season that are free and family friendly.
Free Events (sorted by date)
Holidazzle, Saturday, December 7th - 8:00 A.M.–9:00 P.M. at Baldwin Municipal Complex (Schertz)...
Spring is here! And beside most of San Antonio’s highways, parkways, and pathways, bluebonnets have appeared. The state flower of Texas since 1901, the bluebonnet is so named for the distinct shape of its petals, which resemble the bonnet...
There are a lot of school districts in San Antonio, and each school district calendar is a little different. Many of these school calendars will continue to change as plans evolve for the 2020-2021 school year. Please check the...
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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...
