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🌱 St. Patrick's Fun Continues + 26th Annual Cesar Chavez March

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Happy Saturday, people of San Antonio! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally today.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine and comfortable. High: 77 Low: 48.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

  1. Although St. Patrick's Day was on Thursday, March 17, the Irish holiday celebration is still going on this weekend in San Antonio! On Saturday, March 19, city crews will dye the San Antonio River green "for the parade that kicks off at 4 p.m." There will also be all-day artisan shows starting at 11 a.m., as well as "food, music and beer provided by the Guadalupe Brewing Company." Everyone is encouraged to wear green during the events. For more information on these and other St. Patrick's holiday happenings in the surrounding areas visit: (KENS5.com)
  2. The 26th annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice will kick off at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 with music by DJ Plata kicks and a morning rally. The March will start at 10 a.m. on Guadalupe and Brazos streets and will end at HemisFair Plaza. Then from noon-3 p.m., an afternoon program will take place, featuring "music and entertainment with performances by Little Joe y La Familia and Piñata Protest." Canned good donations for the San Antonio Food Bank will be collected during the events. For details and past March photos, provided by The Cesar E. Chavez Legacy & Educational Foundation (CECLEF), please visit: (San Antonio Current)
  3. This past week, San Antonio "City council signed off on an agreement to build a new proton therapy treatment center" for cancer patients. According to local doctors, the treatment "is easier on a patient than traditional radiation." The $68 million center will be built by Proton International and will open in two years. To see a news video on this visit: (KENS5.com)

Today in San Antonio:

  • The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants at Government Canyon State Natural Area (GCSNA). It is recommended that you dress for walking outdoors and wear a hat and shoes appropriate for rough trails. You should also use sunscreen and each person needs to take 2 liter of water and a snack. This hike is subject to cancellation, so please check trail conditions by visiting the GCSNA twitter feed or Facebook Page. (9 a.m.)
  • Beauty & Wellness Event, hosted by Women Veterans of San Antonio at Endeavors Veteran Wellness Clinic located at 6333 De Zavala Road. For tickets and to save a spot please RSVP at https://thepinkberets.org/event/beauty-wellness-event. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/447402520411243. (9 a.m.)
  • "Take a Step Toward a World Free of MS" San Antonio 2022 Walk for MS hosted by the National MS Society. To register or to donate visit (donordrive.com). The site opens at 7:30 a.m. and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m. (9:30 a.m.)
  • March Gladness Tour San Antonio Kickoff Event at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Airport. Tickets cost $15. Register today to hold a spot. (10 a.m.)
  • Ceci and Wally Happy Hour Acoustic Performance at San Antonio Picks Bar. Starting at 8 p.m., cover charge is $7, and "80's Obsession" music begins at 9:30 p.m. Please note that the patio is filled with heaters and is pet friendly. To reserve a table, call 210-253-9220. (4 p.m.)
  • Little Henry and the Laveers Live Band Dance for "Swing 525" at Hermann Sons Ballroom located at 525 S. St. Mary's St. in Downtown San Antonio. General Admission tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door. Military/Youth tickets are $15 online and $18 at door. Tickets for those 12 years and under are $5. Free Parking and Entrance are available in the Back of the building. For tickets and more details visit (swingjunction.org). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "There are some beautiful jewelry creations, such as Rutilated Quartz necklaces, at Stone Goddess Designs near the Keystone neighborhood! See for yourself at their location on 1730 W. Hildebrand. They open at 10 a.m. on Saturdays. For more information and details, call them at 210-689-1852 and visit their website at Stone Goddess Designs - Rock Shop in San Antonio (business.site)." (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update!

— 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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