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🌱 Frost Tower No Longer For Sale + $25 Concerts In SA + Mother's Day
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Happy Saturday, San Antonio! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in San Antonio.
First, today's weather:
Partly sunny. High: 86 Low: 71.
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Here are the top stories in San Antonio today:
- The 24-story Frost Tower office building was to go up for sale, but now, "that is no longer the case." Frost Tower is owned by Weston Urban, Dallas-based KDC and TRT Holdings. Randy Smith, CEO of Weston Urban, said, "After running a very thorough process, we decided that now was not the time to transact," but he did not give any further details "on why the building was no longer for sale." For more details on this story visit: (KSAT San Antonio)
- As part of "its annual Concert Week promotion," Live Nation is "offering $25 tickets to two San Antonio shows!" Those shows are the New Kids on the Block performance on Saturday, May 21 at AT&T Center, and Los Ángeles Azules performing on Friday, Oct. 14 at the Freeman Coliseum. The $25 promotion will continue until Tuesday, May 10 or while supplies last. "Tickets will be available online starting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 4" and presale tickets for "Citi cardmembers and members of e-commerce site Ratuken" will be available on Tuesday, May 3. For presale information visit Citi online and read: (San Antonio Current)
- If you haven't made plans for Mother's Day dining yet, you may consider making them soon, as some venues require advance reservations. Whether you're taking your mom out for brunch, lunch or dinner, there are many places in town that offer all three meals! Make reservations now to celebrate your mom and Happy Mother's Day to all moms! For a list of restaurants with details, please visit: (San Antonio Magazine)
- Within the next two years, 12 new Dutch Bros. locations will be opening in San Antonio, in addition to the five existing locations in town. Aaron Harris, vice president of development for the Oregon-based coffee chain, said, "the company plans to have 35 stores in Texas over the next few years." For a list of locations, including construction statuses or planning phases and expected opening dates, please visit: (KSAT San Antonio)
Today in San Antonio:
- Beltane Shop Local Market at Honest Soul Yoga located at 223 E Hildebrand Ave. More information at https://www.eventvesta.com/events/15653/t/tickets. (8 a.m.)
- Volunteer Days at Gardopia Gardens located at 619 N. New Braunfels. More information at https://www.facebook.com/events/1340979039698709. (9 a.m.)
- Hartman's House Puppet Show with San Antonio Magician and Ventriloquist, Mr. Pitts, at Morgan's Wonderland. For more information call 210-495-5888 or visit their website at www.morganswonderland.com. (11:30 a.m.)
- The San Antonio Mac and Cheese Fest at the historic St. Paul Square in San Antonio. (Noon)
- "Firefly Night Sky" Family Time at Painting with a Twist Artisan's Alley location at 555 W. Bitters Road. (1 p.m.)
- Disney on Ice presents Dream Big at the San Antonio Alamodome. Purchase your tickets here for either 3 shows at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Various times)
From my notebook:
- "First. Ever. Dejounte Murray is the only player in NBA history of the league to average 20 PTs, 8 REB, 9 AST and 2 STL in a single season! #PorVida." (Facebook)
- "If you're going downtown and need some directions, take a look at the San Antonio River Walk maps for parking, accessibility and more at https://bit.ly/3utDyES." (Facebook)
- "Join us on Sunday, May 1, as we celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage at the San Antonio Museum of Art. There will be family-friendly art-making experiences, food vendors, performances from our local AAPI community and more. More at https://bit.ly." (Facebook)
- San Antonio Pets Alive! is currently in need of paper towels, newspaper, jerky dog treats, unscented baby wipes, rope leashes with clips and pine litter. For their complete wish list on Amazon, visit https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist." (Instagram)
- "Daisy Cares is hosting their 6th annual 'Leashes for Life' event on Thursday, May 5, at the San Antonio Food Bank! This fundraising event will feature Daisy Cares' Barn tours, cocktails, dinner, a virtual silent auction and more! Help Daisy Cares keep pets in homes.
To register, visit https://daisycares.com/leases-for-life-registration/." (Facebook) - "Get Incredible Deals on Technology at the Goodwill Blanco North Store located at 18378 Blanco Road from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., shop from a variety of refurbished laptops, desktops, and All-in-One computers. View upcoming events at http://bit.ly/GoodwillSAEvents." (Facebook)
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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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