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🌱 A New White Rhino VFX In SA + Cookie Sale To Help Ukrainians

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Happy Tuesday, neighbors! These are the most important things going on in San Antonio today.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 59 Low: 38.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

  1. There's a new White Rhino VFX studio in San Antonio! Daniel Saldivar, CEO and founder, graduate from Warren High School and UTSA and "is expanding his studios throughout the country, and "moving back to downtown San Antonio is part of his wanting to pull in more local talent. The new space is meant to mark White Rhino's 10-year anniversary," which Saldivar launched as a full-time student in 2012. He said, "We've had great opportunities, our stuff has been on the big screen, our stuff has been on streaming, our stuff has been all over the place." He added, "But at the end the day, we're from San Antonio, so we're humble. We do our work." For more details on the studio, please visit: (mySA)
  2. A group of first grade students from Bonnie Ellison Elementary School are raising funds to help people in Ukraine. On Saturday, March 5, they sold cookies outside the Stonewall Estates neighborhood with their families and in just 2 hours they raised $765, and they plan to do it again soon! One father said, "I just can't imagine being a parent where I'd have to say goodbye to my daughter because I have to go fight a war, so it just really hits me." He added, "Anything we can do, we'll do it to make a difference." For more information visit: (KENS5.com)
  3. In March of last year, "Cindy Venegas and Victor Serna's lives turned upside down" when they found out their 5-year-old daughter, Stella, had brain cancer. Since then, their days are filled with worry and doctor's appointments but "for the most part," she feels well and her parents "want to take advantage of that by fulfilling her dream of going to Disney World." Serna said, "Make-A-Wish did reach out to us, but at the time, they couldn't fulfill that wish because of COVID-19." Although they could have been put on a waiting list, priority was given to children with shorter timeframes, and Vanegas said, "I didn't want to take that away from any other kids that need to go, since she is doing better." She added, "I figured we could just get the funds together." Their family and friends encouraged them to ask for help and although they hesitated at first, they soon realized that the community really wanted to help. Because of that, Stella's Disney GoFundMe page was set up, and they hope to go to Disney World this summer "before Stella's 7th birthday in August." To help fund Stella's trip to Disney World, please donate here and for more details, visit: (KENS5.com)

Today in San Antonio:

  • Wacoal Fit for the Cure® Event at Dillard's in Rolling Oaks Mall. (9 a.m.)
  • Book Talk with co-editors of Revolutionary Women of Texas and Mexico Virtual Event Hosted by UTSA in honor of Women's History Month. Register for the event. (11:30 a.m.)
  • "Break the Bias" — An International Women's Day Event in partnership with Hustle + Socialize, hosted by The Boardroom Project at The Brick at Blue Star Arts Complex. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Taxes in Retirement Seminar hosted by Enlighten 567 Workshops at Hilton Garden Inn San Antonio at the Rim. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Spring Break Holiday at San Antonio high schools. (All Day)

From my notebook:

  • "San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker 2007 Finals MVP award is up for the All-Time NBA European Moment! Submit your NBA 75 Euro Vote at San Antonio Spurs | Linktree!" (Instagram)
  • "Shop 'til you drop at the St. Patrick's Day Artisan Show from March 18-22 at The San Antonio River Walk! This weekend-long market features 40 handmade artisan booths that include pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork, and more. For more information visit https://bit.ly/3uEyH4a." (Facebook)
  • "Meet this stunning 3-year old Shepherd, Parker, from San Antonio Pets Alive! This sweet boy is ready to go to his forever home and make new memories with his family. If you are interested adopting this handsome boy, please complete an application at https://sanantoniopetsalive.org/adopt." (Instagram)
  • "Spring Break has begun! See why San Antonio should be your stop with a variety of attractions and fun for the entire family. For details visit https://bit.ly/3McwNhN." (Facebook)
  • "Aquatica San Antonio is now open! Join us this Spring Break and ride the all-new Riptide Race at SeaWorld at 10500 SeaWorld Drive." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! I'll see you soon.

— 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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