San Antonio Mayor Lays Down For Luminaria

Posted on March 9, 2011 by papesellssatx

Join the San Antonio Mayor and all of San Antonio for a fun filled night at Luminaria this Saturday, March 12, 2011 with opening ceremony at 6:30 p.m. 

Luminaria showcases all art forms in an outdoor setting to take place in HemisFair Park featuring eight (8) different art mediums with over 170 entries. Nothing spared at this event as there will also be a parade and nine (9) stages throughtout the park to surely entertain.

For those who choose to ride their bikes there will even be a Bike Valet service…how great is that!

Our mayor has laid down his all to promote this event…take a look at what he has to say. 

See you there!

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Yellow Roses Everywhere

Posted on March 5, 2011 by papesellssatx

San Antonio is sporting thousands of yellow roses everywhere in honor of celebrating the Alamo’s 175th Anniversary this weekend. 

There was a predawn ceremony Saturday morning honoring the fallen on both sides of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, which was fought in darkness. It has a very solemn tone, as thirteen candles are lit to remember the 13-day siege.

Through out the day educational activities and interactive demonstrations will give you an idea of what it was like to live through the event. Bagpipers and a Celtaire string band provide period music.

On Saturday evening an oversized wreath of yellow roses will be placed in front of the Alamo to commemorate the historic battle. The ceremony includes military and civic dignitaries, concerts by the Band of the West and the Barry Michael Band and the reading of the Crockett Letter.

At the San Fernando Cathedral City Center there will be an event which features speakers, dancers, music, and performances related to the Alamo and Tejano heritage.

There is always a party in San Antonio for some type of celebration and with Spring coming…so are the fiestas!  Viva San Antonio!

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Need Some Meaningful Bowls?

Posted on March 5, 2011 by papesellssatx

If you are looking for something to do this beautiful weekend in San Antonio and want it to also be something of value, be sure to check out the 11th Annual Empty Bowls event which will be held at the Southwest School of the Art, 300 Augusta and presented by the San Antonio Potters Guild.

The event begins at 11:00 am and ends at 2:00 pm.   Even though it may be a bit chili out tomorrow morning, you can warm up by selecting from numerous hand crafted bowls and filling them with delicious soups donated by top restaurants throughout the city and you get to keep the bowl.  What a deal!

Proceeds from this event is then donated to the SAMMinistries, one of the largest charities  providing itservices to the homeless in San Antonio and surrounding areas.

For additional information, check out this site.  http://www.sanantoniopottersguild.com/

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So Is Spring Around The Corner?

Posted on March 2, 2011 by papesellssatx

If you look around San Antonio there are signs of Spring everywhere.  People are out walking more, gardening, and wishing they were outside on these beautiful warm sunny days and cool nights.  Even the redbud trees are springing forward with their beautiful vibrant fuchsia blooms.

Home buyers are coming out and starting their search and sellers are beginning to list in rapid speed, which is always a sign of warm days ahead.

Getting excited for spring is always inevitable; however around here they say until you see the mesquite trees setting forth their green leaves is Spring truly here.  I’ve been on the look out for them; however have not seen any yet.  This may be a good reason to take in a leisurely drive in our beautiful Hill Country and take on a mesquite tree search.

I heard the Bald Eagle have been seen on the Mississippi River in Wisconsin, which is a sign for them that Spring is right around the corner.  And we know how hard their winter has been.  I’m sure they are rejoicing to that beautiful site.

What signs of Spring have  you heard to look for to let you know Spring has Sprung.

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So Many Lessons In “The Kings Speech”

Posted on February 26, 2011 by papesellssatx

If you haven’t seen “The Kings Speech” go as fast as you can.  This is an excellent film! No wonder it is up for 12 Academy Awards.   You are captured by the history, actors performances, and so many life lessons.

It was so refreshing to see Geoffrey Rush who portrays the unconventional speech therapist Lionel Logue to Colin Firth, the nervous-mannered successor George “Bertie” VI to stand his ground of who he is, the values he stands for and not back down to anyone.  How many out there give into what society or others feel we should be or how we should act or respond?  We all have unique talents to provide to others and do not need the sheepskin on the wall to make a huge impact on people’s lives. I’m not saying education is not important.

Everyone has their own hidden fears which may not be so noticable on the surface which hold us back from being the success’ we were born to be. Fear in which we are not naturally born with; however fears which are instill in us as children.  How blessed one is when a person enters your life, identifies it, and is not afraid to “tell it how it is”; however is willing to also go the extra mile to help you see it, nurture it, and concur it.

Okay, enough said as I do not want to spoil it for your. So…Run, Run as fast as you can and see this movie and engulf yourself with superior acting and so many other rewards.

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Summer Travel Is Near

Posted on February 24, 2011 by papesellssatx

With summer just around the corner and everyone making plans for vacation destinations be sure to have all of your documents ready if you are traveling outside of the United States.

The City of San Antonio Office of the City Clerk has been designated as a U. S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Facility.  Residents can apply for passports or have passport photos taken at two (2) convenient locations in downtown San Antonio.

Locations are:

  • Main City Clerk Office at City Hall, 100 Military Plaza
  • Municipal Archives and Records, 719 S. Santa Rosa

You can also make application at U.S. Post Offices.

HAPPY TRAVELS!

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RUN FOR THE HEIGHTS

Posted on February 23, 2011 by papesellssatx

For all of the avid runners out there you won’t want to miss the Run For The Heights 5K Run/Walk presented by Tuscany Heights Elementary School Saturday, February 26, 2011. The opening ceremony begins at 8:00 am. For additional information you will want to check out the website. RunForTheHeights

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Hello world!

Posted on February 16, 2011 by papesellssatx

Welcome to my blog page.  My goal is to engage you in the happenings in and around my beautiful city of San Antonio, Texas.  Whether it be a festival, real estate, economy, sports, food, wine, or just plain fun, I hope you will enjoy my posts and come back often to see WHAT’S POPPIN IN SAN ANTONIO!

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