On a recent visit to CHRISpark, my son, F.T., stopped at a limestone bench and read out loud: "'I took a long look at a mountain.' Mama, why does it say that there?"
I thought about it for a moment; F.T....
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...
It's time to plan for summer! We’re thrilled to share our 2018 Summer Camp Guide, presented by Magik Theatre. Alamo City Moms Blog has partnered with a variety of local businesses who purchased their listing, to provide you a guide...
If you’re like me, our unseasonably rainy spring lulled you into forgetting what was around the corner: the raging heat of summer in San Antonio. Mind you, our weather hasn’t been as bad as it can be—no 100-degree days...
Disclosure :: The JW Marriott generously provided one of our contributors with a stay at this lovely hotel. All thoughts and opinions are Taylor's own.
Where can you find a beautiful resort, thrilling water park, luxurious spa, and championship...
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...
It’s the last stretch of summer. My oldest is done with camps, and my littlest...well, my littlest has sprung forward, marching with a healthy set of lungs into his terrible twos. How will we stay sane? (No, really, how...
Is Schlitterbahn Water Park, in New Braunfels, Good For Young Children?
Growing up in San Antonio, I have many fond memories of Schlitterbahn Water Park trips from age 10 through my teenage years. However, as a mom of early elementary and...
For the longest time, I was anti-screens when it came to family road trips—the main reason being that I didn't have screens for all the kids. I'd buy each kiddo his/her own set of coloring books and Crayons and...
If you've been distracted by our recent breakfast taco rivalry (and truce) with Austin, you might have missed something really important: Donuts are having a moment right now. (Need more proof? Check out the winter cover of San Antonio...
School’s out, and summer has kicked into high gear. Almost three months of bliss, right??
Wait, do you hear that? That is the collective groan of moms everywhere realizing that they have almost three months to fill when the sing-song...
Looking for some batty summer fun? As many as 20 million bats spend their summer hanging out in a cave just northeast of town. And you can see these bats in San Antonio if you know where to look.
Each...
Hamilton Pool Preserve is probably one of the most impressive places to visit in Texas. You’ve probably come across photos of this natural wonder if you’ve done any googling about Texas watering holes or hidden treasures. Unfortunately, Hamilton Pool...
This post was originally published in 2018 by Michelle Head. While we try to ensure the accuracy of all information, times, and dates in this post, please confirm details for yourself!
Can you smell the sunscreen and bug spray? Are...