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Spurs Parker Suffers Minor Ankle Injury
San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker planned to play for the French national team this summer in hopes of helping France qualify for the 2009 European Championship. However, in France’s first exhibition game, Parker suffered an ankle injury.
Although French doctors said that the ankle injury was minor, the Spurs wanted a closer look. To make that happen, Parker was told to return to San Antonio from Europe. Once he arrived in San Antonio, the Spurs confirmed that Parker has a minor ankle...
August 2nd, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
San Antonio Day Trips: Dixie Dude Ranch
San Antonio visitors and residents may enjoy a short day trip outside the city to one of the neighboring communities, landmarks or attractions. Dixie Dude Ranch is a working stock ranch founded in 1901 on 725 acres in Bandera, TX – just 55 miles northwest of downtown San Antonio.
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At Dixie Dude Ranch, you can experience organized activities for families and individuals such as horseback riding, swimming, fishing, hiking, hayrides and more. You can also go through...
July 26th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
San Antonio Top Attractions
When visiting San Antonio, be sure to visit some of the top attractions that the city has to offer.
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San Antonio River Walk
Paseo Del Rio is the pride of downtown San Antonio, with its stone walkways on the banks of the river leading visitors to a multitude of restaurants, bars, and shops. Enjoy the scenery on a river boat tour or have dinner aboard one of the many dining cruises.
© SACVB/Al Rendon
The Alamo
The Battle of the Alamo took place in 1836, however the building was originally...
July 26th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Kickoff Concert
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Dallas Cowboys training camp is coming to San Antonio from July 28th through August 19th. The camp, which takes place at the Alamodome, includes 11 two-a-days with sessions at 8:50am and 3:15pm. Practices are open to the public and free of charge. Parking is $10.
To celebrate the start of Cowboys training camp, a “kickoff event” is taking place at the Alamodome on July 28th. The kickoff concert includes the bands Intocable and Randy Rogers Band. This concert is free....
July 24th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
San Antonio Haunted Train Tracks
You might have heard one of the most popular ghost stories in San Antonio about the haunted railroad tracks near Shane Road. The old ghost story goes that a school bus got stuck on the tracks in the 1940s and the kids killed in the accident still haunt the tracks today.
Let’s take a look at this video recorded in October 2008 testing the haunted tracks.
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July 19th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Spurs Sign 2nd Round Pick DeJuan Blair
In the 2009 NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs drafted DeJuan Blair. Immediately, many draft experts predicted that Blair would be the steal of the draft. Since that point, the city of San Antonio has been buzzing about the burly power forward out of the University of Pittsburgh.
On Thursday, the Spurs and Blair reportedly agreed to a four-year contract worth approximately $4 million. In summer league action, Blair has showed exactly why the team and its fans are excited. In two games, he’s averaging...
July 16th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
San Antonio Restaurants for Kids
If you are looking for a family-friendly restaurant in San Antonio, where your kids will have a great time, you can head to McDonald’s or Chuck E. Cheese. However, there are also a variety of other kid-friendly restaurants in the Alamo City. Here are some of the best San Antonio restaurants for kids.
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Magic Time Machine
902 NE Loop 410
(210) 828-1470
A true San Antonio establishment with live character entertainment and themed rooms to dine in.
Rainforest Café
110...
July 15th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Wild Wednesdays
Kids can enjoy extraordinary experiences in nature this summer through Wild Wednesdays at Friedrich Wilderness Park.
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The activities take place every Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am. The program targets kids ages 7 to 11, but everyone is welcome. The change is $3 per person or $6 for the hole family.
This week’s theme — Philo-podia: “Who doesn’t love feet and hooves and paws and claws and slime tracks and trails. Make plaster casts.”
To learn more about...
July 12th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Concert Under the Stars with Joe Posada
This Thursday, July 9, 2009 the San Antonio Botanical Garden summer concert series – Concert Under the Stars – continues with Grammy-nominated Joe Posada. Posada is one of the top saxophonists in Tejano music, as well as a timeless vocalist.
Gates open at 6:00pm with the concert starting at 7:00pm. Concert Under the Stars is free for Botanical Society members and $5 for general admission. You can bring blankets and lawn chairs but no outside food or beverages. Concessions are available....
July 5th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
4th of July Celebrations
If you are still unsure where to go to see the fireworks and celebrate 4th of July, you have an array of celebrations to choose from around San Antonio.
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Woodlawn Lake
The San Antonio Parks Foundation and City of San Antonio present the July 4th Celebration and H-E-B Fireworks at Woodlawn Lake Park. The park is located at 1103 Cincinnati. The festivities take place all day with music, games, food/beverage booths and more. You can BBQ, camp, play sports and enjoy many other activities....
July 3rd, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Celebrate 4th of July at Freedom Fest
Freedom Fest is one of the many celebrations taking place in San Antonio to celebrate Independence Day. Come out with your friends and family to enjoy local music, food, activities for kids and much more. Freedom Fest takes place on Saturday and Sunday, July 4th and July 5th at Market Square.
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Something new this year, the festivities kick off at 9:00am on Saturday with a Freedom Ride (motorcycle ride) through downtown followed by the Opening Ceremonies at 10:00am. Each rider is asked...
July 2nd, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Cameo Theatre in San Antonio
The Cameo Theatre was built in the 1940s and had a live stage for vaudeville and music acts, as well as a movie screen. Louis Armstrong, B.B. King and Fats Domino were among the early notable performers at the Cameo Theatre.
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The Cameo Theatre currently is used for a variety of functions — live theatre, concerts, film and much more. You can also reserve the theatre for a private party or special event. The decor is Egyptian style with burgundy and red coloring throughout the theatre.
Cameo...
June 28th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Summer Sounds at Sunset
Every Saturday throughout the summer until the end of August, you can enjoy Summer Sounds at Sunset at Historic Sunset Station. The summer concert series features local and regional musical performers competing for a prize package that includes $2,500 cash.
Historic Sunset Station - © SACVB
Sunset Station is located at 1174 E. Commerce Street downtown. You can check out the schedule of performers on the Sunset Station website. Admission is free for everyone.
Also at Sunset Station on 4th of July,...
June 27th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
The Circus is Coming to Town
If you are going to be in town next week, head to the Alamodome to see the circus. The Ringling Bros and Barnum & Baileys Circus Over the Top (Blue Tour) is coming to San Antonio.
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Dates and Times:
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at 7:30pm
Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 7:30pm
Friday, July 3, 2009 at 7:30pm
Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 12:00pm and 4:00pm
Sunday, July 5, 2009 at 3:00pm
Kids and adults alike enjoy The Greatest Show on Earth. The circus includes Asian elephants, Bengal tigers and...
June 27th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Tower of the Americas
High above the San Antonio skyline, you can’t miss the Tower of the Americas. Designed by local San Antonio architect O’Neil Ford, Tower of the Americas was built as the theme structure for the 1968 World’s Fair, HemisFair ’68.
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The 750-foot-tall tower has a cafe and 4-D theater on the ground level, as well as an observation deck, lounge and revolving restaurant at the top.
In 2004, Landry’s Restaurants began managing the property, which is owned by...
June 24th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
SeaWorld San Antonio
If you are visiting San Antonio, one of the popular tourist attractions is SeaWorld. SeaWorld San Antonio opened its doors in 1988 to much fanfare and has been a tourist staple every since. It is a popular San Antonio destination for families, visitors and local residents.
The park was opened by Harcourt, Brace and Jovanovich (HBJ), a text book seller who also had SeaWorld theme parks in Ohio, San Diego and Orlando. Due to the threat of a hostile takeover, HBJ sold their theme parks to beer brewers...
June 21st, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Restaurant Review: Guajillo’s
Among the hundreds of Mexican restaurants in San Antonio, many of them are Tex-Mex. However, Guajillo’s is real, authentic Mexican food and it’s top-notch.
This casual restaurant offers delicious food, lunch specials, friendly service and reasonable prices. Though it may be crowded at peak times, it’s worth the short wait.
Guajillo’s is located at 1001 NW loop 410 and can be reached at (210) 344-4119. Visit their website at Guajillos.net to learn about their menus, latest...
June 21st, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
Tejano Academy FanFARE
Enjoy live Tejano music this week at Tejano Academy FanFARE. Showcasing five or six bands, this event offer free admission, plenty of food booths, cold beverages and fun activities for kids.
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The Tejano Academy FanFARE takes place at Maverick Plaza in La Villita on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 from 5:00pm – 11:00pm.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets so you can kick back and relax while listening to the music. Many of the artists will be doing a Meet-n-Greet where you can take pictures...
June 20th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
20nine Restaurant and Wine Bar
20nine Restaurant and Wine Bar, named for Highway 29 that runs through wine country in Napa Valley, is a chic establishment located in San Antonio’s Quarry Market. 20nine offers nearly 300 wines, 60 of them by the glass.
The atmosphere is stylish with a beautiful chandelier made of wine glasses near the front entrance. Their wine selection is top notch and they serve delicious wine country cuisine to match.
Image: © Kori Ellis
The menu includes amazing crabcakes, pastas, homemade soup, salads...
June 19th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
King William Historic District
The King William Historic District is a 25-block area located immediately south of downtown San Antonio on the east bank of the San Antonio River.
King William History:
What was once farmland belonging to the Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo), the area became a popular neighborhood among German immigrants in the late 19th century.
King William Street was originally named for Prussia’s Kaiser Wilhelm I. The King William area of San Antonio suffered a tremendous decline in the 1940′s...
June 14th, 2009 | San Antonio | Read More
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