Holiday Desserts + Tomatillos + Camera Expo 2021 + Felipe Esparza

Up and at 'em, San Antonio! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny. High: 67 Low: 50.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

1. Thanksgiving is almost here, and although the pandemic is still around, "the Centers for Disease Control now says families can gather to celebrate, assuming everyone's been vaccinated." Now that we can visit with loved ones during the holidays, why not show off those pandemic baking skills as well? Everyone is likely to appreciate at-home holiday cooking and sharing favorite recipes with each other. For two simple and delicious dessert recipes, visit: (San Antonio Current)
2. Tomatillos Café y Cantina, previously located on Broadway, reopened Tuesday, Nov. 16 at its new location on 1827 N. Loop 1604 East, Suite 103. The San Antonio eatery announced the closure in September after being at its old location for almost 25 years, and although they didn't state a reason why they were closing, they're now excited to be serving the community once again! "The new restaurant is open Monday through Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m." (San Antonio Current)
3. If you're interested in photography, you won't want to miss The Camera Exchange Fall Expo 2021 this weekend at The Camera Exchange, located at 6635 San Pedro Ave. The store's biggest sale event of the year starts Friday, Nov. 19 and goes on until Sunday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. There will be free gift cards for everyone, free classes, snacks, raffles, giveaways and huge sales! Reps from Sony, Canon, Fujifilm, Tamron and Sigma will be there "to demo the latest gear" and to help you choose the best items for your photography needs! Heavy traffic is anticipated during the 3-day event, so please try to "make arrangements to carpool or ride share." For more details and to register, please visit: (Eventbrite)
4. Comedian and actor Felipe Esparza will be at The Tobin Center for Performing Arts on Friday, Dec. 17. As part of his "Unmasked" tour, he will present two back-to-back shows that night, at 7 p.m. and at 9 p.m. Esparza has appeared in several Netflix series and stand-up specials and is currently "developing a sitcom with actor Omar Chaparro and producer Eric Tannenbaum and 3Pas, Eugenio Derbez's production company." Tickets to the show cost $32.50 to $60. Call 210-223-8624 or email the Tobin Center box office at tickets@tobincenter.org for tickets. For more information, visit: (mySanAntonio.com)

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Today in San Antonio:

• Morning Mixer on the Rooftop — Artpace San Antonio. (8 a.m.)
• Lead & Learn: Adapting to Professional Growth and Transitions with Karen Ivy — San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. (8:30 a.m.)
• The DoSeum Express: Tiny Trains and Trolleys — The DoSeum. (10 a.m.)
• Nelly: Lil' Bit of Music Series — Sunken Garden Theater. (7 p.m.)

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San Antonio Patch Notebook

• San Antonio Zoo: "This year, Mexican lance-headed rattlesnakes were born at SA Zoo, a Species Survival Program species and part of the Herpetology department's Mexican montane reptile program, for the first time since 2007!" (Facebook)
• Visit San Antonio: "Celebrate Christmas unlike anywhere else in the world at Natural Bridge Caverns' Christmas at the Caverns! Enjoy carols echoing through Texas' largest underground cavern, twinkling lights, visiting with Santa 'Spelunker' Claus, and more!" (Facebook)
• San Antonio Rodeo: "Just one week left to enter our SA Rodeo Family contest! Our sponsors and supporters are the reason we are able to impact over 20,000 Texas youth annually. So, to give back we are giving away four lower level tickets to the show of the winner's choice!" (Instagram)
• The San Antonio River Walk: "40 years of holiday river parades! What are your favorite past floats? Join us as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Ford Holiday River Parade on the River Walk Friday, Nov. 26. 40 Years of Magic. Tickets are on sale now!" (Facebook)
• Goodwill San Antonio: "Shop the Goodwill Electronics Store during the Holiday Sale and $AVE. Take 15 percent off one item on Friday, Nov. 26 and 20 percent off one item on Saturday, Nov. 27. Browse our large selection of computers, parts and accessories, plus home electronics." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you tomorrow morning for another update. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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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