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🌱 Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras In SA + Contemporary Art Month In March

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Welcome back, San Antonio! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. These are the most important things going on today in San Antonio.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 72 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

  1. Today is Fat Tuesday and what better way to celebrate than by going to "full-scale Mardi Gras bashes" at various restaurants in town! San Antonians have not been able to do that for two years now due to COVID-19, but now they're ready to celebrate with "king cake, seafood boils and boozy cocktails!" For a list of local eateries and bars with details, please visit: (San Antonio Current)
  2. In honor of Contemporary Art Month (CAM) this March, various art galleries in town will be holding free events featuring the artworks of local artists, as well as music from local musicians. For a calendar of art exhibitions and events this month, please check out CAM's website, and for more details visit: (San Antonio Current)
  3. On Wednesday, March 2, the Alamo will hold two preview exhibits for Independence Day. The first one is the Phil Collins collection titled "Supplies for War," "which will be held in the Exhibit Hall from Wednesday, March 2 - Sunday, April 24. The second one is the "Alamo Archaeology" exhibit which will take place inside the Long Barrack and will open later this year. Kate Rogers, executive director of The Alamo Trust, Inc., said, "With our plans for even more immersive exhibits, including an interpretation of the south gate in Alamo Plaza, a visit to The Alamo is quickly becoming a much deeper, narrative-rich experience that it has ever been before." Admission to the previews will be free on Wednesday due to Independence Day, but afterward, the cost of admission will be $5-$9 for the general public, and free for Friends of the Alamo members. For more information visit: (KSAT San Antonio)

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Today in San Antonio:

From my notebook:

  • "Today is the last day to buy Girl Scout cookies! There are a few left in the Palo Alto neighborhood, including lemon ups, trefoils, do-si-dos and adventurefuls. The cost is only $20 for five boxes! Stop by 210 Iroquois today and support their troop!" (Nextdoor)
  • "About a week ago, a Clearview area neighbor picked up a 2-year-old Collie mix from the street named Buddy. Apparently, the person feeding him couldn't keep him, but the dog is neutered and has his shots. If you can help, please message annamo2233@yahoo.com." (Nextdoor)
  • "The Animal Resistance and Rescue Team of San Antonio is looking for fosters! For more information, visit https://www.mightycause.com." (Nextdoor)
  • "A neighbor in the Southwest area lost a small pocket bully tri-color female pet named Doja. The animal got lost around Flores and Laclede streets. If you find the dog, please call Tiffany at 210-812-9447. There is a $2,000 reward." (Nextdoor)

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— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

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