I grew up in a small town in Oklahoma, so my move to San Antonio felt very fish-out-of-water. Although I was far from a farm kid, San Antonio felt much like a bustling city to me. It was all...
Fall, schmall. We live in Texas, so rather than crisp air and colorful leaves crunching beneath our feet, fall means the weather is still warm, meaning outdoor adventures are still possible, though sometimes it’s still so muggy that air-conditioned...
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....
Alamo City Moms Blog is excited to partner with Boerne Handmade Market to bring information about the family-friendly event being held this fall.In a world of mass-made gifts, products, and goodies that crowd the shelves of super stores we all...
I was born in San Antonio in the late '70s, graduated from Churchill High School, moved out of state for college, and I swore I was never coming back. But, like many friends who swore the same thing, we...
Have you ever taken something for granted because it’s close by? We live within walking distance of Barney Smith’s Toilet Seat Art Museum. It’s one of Alamo City Moms Blog's ABCs of summer activities, so I put it on my summer bucket...
Friday, May 15
Fredericksburg Trade Days
Magic Tree House: A Night In New Orleans (2:00 P.M.)
Toddler Time at Central Library
Miss Anastasia’s Wild and Wacky Storytime at The Twig
OPEN Downtown
34th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival
Magic Tree House: a Night in Old New Orleans (7:00 P.M.)
Fiesta...
"Downtown is a lot of fun," says Snow Montemayor, the official King of Downtown and a board member of the Downtown Residents Association. He rattles off a list of family-friendly attractions, including the reopened Travis Park, the Magik Theatre, and the...
Looking for family fun that can take you to new lows? Go deep! There are a variety of caves around San Antonio, all within a short drive. And you can add bragging rights to your adventure list: the caves...
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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...
If you know the name Aquarena Springs or Ralph the Swimming Pig, you’ve been around the Austin-San Antonio area for a while and remember the billboard and ads that used to tout Ralph’s water skills and the fun you...
I started geocaching with my kids a couple years ago during a brief go at homeschooling. We’ve continued tracking down caches since then, and it’s the perfect way to add an extra dose of excitement to our regular outings...
Wondering how to add some quick fun to a weekend or a holiday break? Austin is an easy drive from the San Antonio area and our capital city offers a range of ways to enjoy and explore the history...
Among San Antonio's many landmarks is a true gem for children and adults alike: The Kiddie Park. Generations of San Antonians have visited this place since it opened in 1925, and it is still bringing fun to its youngest...
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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...
