Veterans + Thanksgiving + Chipotlanes + Masked Singer + Ladino

Good morning, San Antonio! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right.

---

First, today's weather:

Warmer with plenty of sun. High: 70 Low: 45.

---

Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

1. In honor of Veterans Day, which is Thursday, Nov. 11, Aspen Dental will offer free dental care for military veterans and their spouses or significant others on Saturday, Nov. 6. The event known as Day of Service will be offered free of charge at select Aspen Dental locations. According to a spokesperson from Aspen Dental, services "will focus on treating the most urgent dental needs to help get veterans out of pain, from fillings and extractions to hygiene and basic denture repairs." To schedule an appointment, veterans can call 1-844-277-3646. For a list of participating clinics, visit: (KSAT San Antonio)
2. Thanksgiving is almost here, "and thousands of retail workers and shoppers will be able to enjoy the holiday this year," which means several businesses will be closed on Nov. 25. Although a few places will be open, some of them will have limited hours and "for many of the largest store chains, Black Friday will actually begin on Friday this year." For a list of what's open and closed on Thanksgiving Day, visit: (KENS5.com)
3. Chipotle burrito chain opened two new San Antonio stores with drive-thru Chipotlanes that allows diners to pick up their orders without leaving their cars! One venue is located at 2741 S.W. Military Dr. on the Southside. The other restaurant is located on the Northeast, at 6302 FM 78. Both locations are open daily from 10:45 a.m.-10 p.m. A third Chipotlane location is set to open in the coming months at 3155 S.E. Military Dr. in Southeast San Antonio. (San Antonio Current)
4. The Masked Singer is coming to town as part of a national tour, on July 12, 2022 at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. "The Fox series guessing-game competition that features costumed celebrities belting out their best (and sometimes worst) renditions of popular songs" is considered one of America's favorite song-and-dance reality shows. Tickets can be purchased through the Tobin Center website. VIP packages that "include meet-and-greet opportunities with the cast, exclusive merch, and photo opportunities" are available through VIPNation.com. (culturemap.com)
5. Austin-based Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group announced plans to bring Ladino, a Mediterraean grill, into the San Antonio food scene. Executive Chef Berty Richter said, "I've been wanting to create a concept like this and share my vision of Mediterranean cuisine, influenced by my Sephardic roots and traditions, and tell a story that has never been told through food here in Texas." The new eatery will feature a wood-burning oven to prepare freshly made pita and a charcoal grill to roast meats and vegetables. Located at the Pearl, next to the Full Goods building at 200 E. Grayson St., Suite 100, the restaurant is scheduled to open in summer 2022. (Austin Business Journal)

---

Today's San Antonio Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in San Antonio!

---

Today in San Antonio:

• Tobin Cares Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive — The Tobin Center. (8 a.m.)
• NVOP Homeless Veteran Stand Down — Women Veterans of San Antonio. (9 a.m.)
• Ribbon Cutting — The Purple Pig BBQ — The Chamber. (10:30 a.m.)
• Easy Tai Chi for Seniors — San Antonio Public Library. (11 a.m.)
• Pictionary — St. Mary's University. (3 p.m.)
• Orchestra Concert & Spaghetti Dinner — O'Connor High School. (5 p.m.)

---

San Antonio Patch Notebook

• San Antonio Spurs: "OH MAMA! Drew is hosting a block party!" (Instagram)
• San Antonio Zoo: "Join us on Saturday, Nov. 13 to celebrate all women and girls on with Girl Power, a day of great food and fun music, featuring all female artists & organizations from acrobat performers to musicians. Plus, don't miss out on our special guest." (Instagram)
• San Antonio Rodeo: "We love seeing y'alls entries for our SA Rodeo Family contest! In case you've missed it, as a way to thank our sponsors and supporters we are giving away 4 lower level tickets to a show of the winner's choice." (Instagram)
• San Antonio Police Department: "Please be careful out there, San Antonio!" (Facebook)
• Visit San Antonio: "The Good Kind's mission is to give San Antonio a dining option that is clean, nourishing, sustainable, and delicious — find it in our Southtown neighborhood!" (Instagram)
• San Antonio Zoo: "Whataburger Zoo Lights is almost here! This year is Bigger and Brighter with all new sights and sounds that are a must-see for the whole family!" (Instagram)

---

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Add your business here

Events:

• Elevation: Voices in Adoption & Foster Care Virtual Conference (November 5)
• Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers (November 9)
• Add your event

---

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some more friends and neighbors along for the ride. 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!

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming San Antonio Daily? You can contact me at sanantonio@patch.com.