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Let’s Talk About It Modern Day Marriage
By Yvette Tello
Multiple partner relationships. They’re becoming more socially accepted and even justified in today’s world. Some people say it’s just modern society being honest about human nature. Others say it complicates things that are already hard enough.Some religions and cultural groups have practiced forms of multiple partner relationships for generations. Think about Mormon fundamentalist communities, or other traditions around the world where marriage is part of their belief system. For them, this isn’t new — it’s normal, accepted, even sacred. So I’m curious — how do you feel about this shift in the mainstream world? Would you ever consider a multiple partner relationship, or does the fear of being judged or shunned by society stop you from even thinking about it? Is this all “too much,” or could this new openness actually help marriages last longer and lead to fewer divorces? Let’s talk about it…
Herb Rockman: “I don't think I would like being nagged in stereo”
Tony Ramos: “Except when jealousy rears its ugly head and someone gets killed.....”
Mary Svetlik Watkins: “I’m doing well to handle one relationship. I don’t want another. I am loyal to a fault. It’s not my job to judge. God does that.”
Dana Quinones: “I will have to say if it works for you go for it. I don't think it would work for me but I will not judge those that choose
that path. If it sparks up a marriage or puts less stress on their marriage then go for it. If you have read the Bible "if" you bring religion into this...they did have multiple partners.....so I don't know if it's a religion thing but so many will use God as a reason to not accept those kind of people. Just like those that judge same sex religion. But in the "Bible" there were orgies back then. I am sure that is not spoken about in Churches. But if you read the Bible yourself and not leave it up to your pastor to teach you about God but to educate yourself perhaps you would judge less and accept more. Love without judgement. Unless there is reason to judge such as murderers or rapists. We have to be smart. Just my opinion.”
Cleto Rodriguez: “Why in the world would I want two women mad at me!! Nope! I’m good! Lol”
Carey Calvert: “... bout time, damn”
Dee Saucedo: “Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for this to be accepted and it often depends on the individual for me. Relationships are already challenging with one person, and my concern would be that adding more complexity could make things harder. My life is complicated enough as it is, but I understand that this approach works well for others.”
Vanessa Lynn Lefebvre: “Everything is screwed up badly. I'm not sure if it can be fixed. People need to be open and honest with each other. If the person you are with doesn't agree then you either end the relationship or respect your partner. So much selfishness and no patience.”
Yvette Elizabeth: “Lmao I can’t even get a serious relationship!
Definitely not for me having to deal with 2 people in a relationship, no thanks!”
Timothy Lambert Donovan: “Hell Yes” .
Tess DeFlori: “Polygamy is not sanctioned by the Mormons!”
Kenneth Mumma: “Sounds like a retirement plan.This would allow multiple incomes with low overhead for living expenses and allow this dirty old man to thrive”
Chris Castillo; “To each their own. In this day and age if you find love, then live your life. Don't worry about what anyone thinks, because people will judge no matter what. My same sex marriage gets judged every day. So if you find your person..or persons, live it. Love is love!!”
Claudia Sanchez : “One of the millions of reasons why I'm still single. I'm at peace, not stressed out, angry or hurt anymore. I'm done with dating and being in a relationship with anyone. I'm not saying never but lets just say for a LONG time or until I meet someone worth making the effort and work.”
Gregorio Carlos Gutierrez: “I am in a relationship with one person. I had an opportunity to burn the candle at both ends but chose loyalty. I am from the Old School where we put others' feelings before our own. The level of disrespect to be able to have multiple relationships is sickening. How low must your self esteem be to accept your partner lying with others? Those who have multiple partners are groomers and narcissists. Red Flags are blaring with that act. Run away and save yourself from the inevitable pain.”
By Dr. Ricardo Romo
Joel Salcido is a Texas-based fine art and editorial photographer known for his vivid, lyrical portrayals of the Texas–Mexico borderlands, agave and tequila culture, and the landscapes and people encountered in his global travels. His work bridges the worlds of photojournalism and fine art, seeking what he calls “new visual frontiers” where documentary truth and visual poetry converge.
Born in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico—across the border from El Paso— Salcido moved to the United States at the age of seven and grew up in one of El Paso’s working-class barrios. His fascination with photography began early through family ties to a local photo studio and hours spent in the darkroom. In 1979 he joined
About The Artist: Joel Salcido
the El Paso Times as an intern, where he embarked on a 12-year career that culminated in directing the newspaper’s photo department. During that period, he photographed the Tarahumara (Rarámuri) people of northern Mexico, covered the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, and documented the complex realities of life along the border. His assignments for national outlets such as USA Today took him throughout Latin America, while work for The New York Times, Texas Monthly, and Texas Highways further refined his ability to balance human stories with atmospheric imagery. Over years of close engagement with border communities, Salcido developed an intimate understanding of the region’s history, politics, and cultural rhythms, becoming one of the few Latino photojour-
nalists to chronicle the entire 830-mile stretch from Brownsville to El Paso.
Seeking renewal after years immersed in conflict and tragedy, Salcido redirected his focus toward the expressive and contemplative dimensions of photography. “In my need to rediscover hope,” he writes, “I began to seek refuge in visual poetry.” His fine art practice uses long exposures, multiple imagery, and digital montage to evoke memory and transcendence. In 1999, he and his family relocated to La Rioja, Spain, for an extensive photographic study of the region’s landscapes and people—images that now reside in several Texas museum collections. Other notable projects include series on bullfighting in Spain, the Great Wall of China, and journeys through Mexico’s tequila heartland. His acclaimed body of work Aliento a Tequila, first published in Texas Monthly (2013), inspired his 2017 book The Spirit of Tequila (Trinity University Press), a visual tribute to agave cultivation and craft distillation in Jalisco.
Today, Salcido lives in San Antonio, Texas, continuing to explore
personal and commissioned projects that expand on the visual and cultural identity of the Southwest. His photographs are represented in major institutional collections including the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; the El Paso Museum of Art;
and the University of Texas. Exhibited widely across Texas and beyond, his images remain grounded in the borderlands yet global in their sensibility—illuminating the enduring dialogue between place, spirit, and the human condition.
3 recamaras, 1.5 baños lista para mudarse, distancia a pie de St. Mary University, minutos de Ingram Mall, restaurantes, y mas! La busqueda termino, diga ‘si’ a esta residencia especial!
Skate the City: Ice Skating in the Park Brings Holiday Magic to Downtown San Antonio
Downtown San Antonio is transforming into a festive winter wonderland as the San Antonio Parks Foundation, in partnership with Hemisfair, launches Skate the City: Ice Skating in the Park—a brand-new holiday experience bringing family-friendly fun to Civic Park at Hemisfair.
Running from November 28 through January 3, the seasonal activation is part of the city’s “Holidays at Hemisfair” celebration and is free and open to the public. Ice skating is available for $15 per person, which includes skate rental.
Set against the backdrop of twinkling lights, holiday music, local food vendors, and community festivities, Skate the City is designed to become the cornerstone of San Antonio’s holiday
traditions. Tens of thousands of residents and visitors are expected to visit the rink throughout the season. The rink features a state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly synthetic ice surface provided by Artificial Ice Events— the nation’s largest synthetic ice rental company. This innovative technology mimics the feel and glide of real ice without requiring water or refrigeration, making it sustainable and weatherproof for Texas’ unpredictable winter temperatures. Visitors can skate beneath the stars at Civic Park, enjoy date nights, gather with family, or simply indulge in spontaneous holiday fun. Tickets for skating are available online at www.saparks.org/skate-the-city. Skate the City also incorporates a community impact mission.
Throughout the season, organizers will highlight local nonprofits whose work is strengthening San Antonio. Featured partners include Latino Outdoors, the San Antonio Food Bank, Black Outside, and other organizations dedicated to building a healthier, more connected community. Families can enjoy hot cocoa, holiday treats, and snacks from Dos Perros, and snap a picture inside the Giant Snow Globe sponsored by Valero. Skaters and visitors can expand their holiday adventure with G0 Rio riverboat rides to view the River Walk lights, and by using the Skate the City Cheer Map—available at Old Time Trolley Tours, GO Rio River Barges, and select downtown hotels. The map highlights festive attractions and events
throughout the city, giving locals and visitors an easy guide to explore San Antonio’s holiday offerings. The San Antonio Parks Foundation extends gratitude to the official sponsors and partners that helped bring this winter experience to life, including Valero, San Antonio Ready to Work, NBC4, CW35, WOAI, iHeartMedia, the City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department, The Orchestra of San Antonio, Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, Wells Fargo, Methodist Healthcare, Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Millennium Steel, Community First, GO Rio Cruises, Old Town Trolley Tours, Dos Perros Coffee, Backstage Attractions, The Good Hood, and Magik Theatre. All programs presented by the San
Antonio Parks Foundation are free to the public, supported entirely through sponsorships and underwriting. Those interested in supporting future community events can contact the foundation at marketing@saparks.org or 210-468-1575.
About the San Antonio Parks Foundation
Founded in 1981, the nonprofit San Antonio Parks Foundation raises funds to improve and enhance San Antonio’s more than 250 parks and over 150 miles of trails. Their work supports transformative park projects including playgrounds, lighting, beautification efforts, accessibility improvements, shade structures, water conservation, resurfacing, restoration, and more. To learn more, visit www.saparks.org.
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Carlos Cerda, Amado Razura, Y Alacrán Galindo, Festejados Por Los Rojos “Reds”
El equipo Los Rojos (Reds), del manager y jugador Jimmy Martínez, en coordinación con el coach y jugador Catarino Obregón, así como jugadores, familiares y seguidores les festejaron en grande sus respectivos cumpleaños al pitcher campeón Carlos Cerda “La Chiva”, al
jugador de cuadro y lanzador Amado Razura “Marrano”, y al coach y jugador Rubén “Alacrán” Galindo.
El evento se realizó en el complejo deportivo y social Potranco, donde Los Rojos militan en categoría dominical Masters 50+.
Durante el evento se disfrutó de alegre camaradería, en el que los felices cumpleañeros recibieron felicitaciones y a la vez saborearon deliciosa cena de chicharrones de res, salsas, refrescos y sus cervezas favoritas.
El éxito del bien organizado evento social y deportivo, fue cuando los cumpleañeros posaron con ellos frente a su colorida piñata (acompañados de la madrinita de Los Rojos, la graciosa pequeña Mía Niño), en forma de botella de cerveza Bud Light repleta de dulces, la cual con los ojos vendados cada uno la aporreó, compartiendo con sus compañeros e invitados. La piñata fue quebrada por su buen amigo Mike Niño Jr., papá de Mia.
Los festejados partieron colorido y delicioso pastel alusivo que tuvo las fotos con las imágenes de sus apodos de Cerda “La Chiva”, “Marrano” de Razura y Alacrán de Galindo.
Tras partirlo lo saborearon
compartiendo con todos los ahí presentes. Agradecieron emocionados a los organizadores por haberse dedicado en el ofrecimiento de este gran evento social y deportivo. (Fotos de Franco).
San Antonio Student Leads $50,000 Campaign to Support Families Fighting Blood Cancer
A San Antonio high school student is taking on a powerful mission to support families battling blood cancer. Rehan Raj, a student at Lutheran High School of San Antonio, is leading The Uplift Project, a fundraising campaign under Blood Cancer United’s Student Visionaries of the Year program. The goal: raise $50,000 to help families struggling with the overwhelming cost of treatment. For Rehan, this project is deeply personal. His classmate and friend Miguel—a teammate in soccer and a partner in robotics and Spanish— was diagnosed with leukemia two years ago. After a difficult journey, Miguel is now cancerfree. But the experience opened Rehan’s eyes to the financial and emotional strain cancer places on families. “Not everyone is as fortunate,” Rehan shared. “Around 65% of families facing blood cancer struggle to pay for treatment. That’s the issue we’re trying to help with.” The Uplift Project is part of a national initiative engaging teens to become leaders in the fight against blood cancers. Rehan and his student team have been partnering with local
businesses, spreading awareness across the city, and mobilizing their school community to support families in need. Their efforts have already gained national attention— Forbes recently featured the project as part of its coverage on youth involvement in the fight against blood cancer. But for Rehan, the focus remains local.“This is about San Antonio families,” he said. “We want to make sure people here have the support they deserve.” The Uplift Project invites individuals, businesses, and organizations to get involved—whether through donations, partnerships, or helping spread the word. More information can be found at:
Many Christians in the United States and throughout Latin America are aware of St. Juan Diego and the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe at Tepeyac Hill. My beloved mother, God bless her soul, came from a very religious and Catholic family in Apizaco, Tlaxcala, a state that is close to Veracruz. She was born on December 12, the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe and hence she was baptized with the name of Guadalupe. When my mother married my father Pedro Quezada, their first child was a boy and hence he was named after my father, Pedro Quezada Jr. Then one year later, my sister was also born on December 12 and was named Guadalupe. And when I was born two years later my mother picked "Juan" as my first name in honor of Juan Diego. Thus, my full name is Juan Gilberto, and that is the way it appears on my driver's license and other important
St. Juan DiegoA Personal Connection
documents. And from time to time, I find time to reflect and meditate on my patron saint now that he was canonized by Pope John Paul II on Wednesday, July 31, 2002. And I will always remember this date because a month earlier, I had retired from the South San Antonio Independent School District after 31 years of dedicated service. His beatification had taken place on Sunday, May 6, 1990.
According to the research that I conducted, Juan Diego was born in 1474 and was given the name of "Cuauhtlatoatzin" ("the talking eagle"). In 1524 or 1525, At the age of 50 years old, he was baptized into the Catholic faith by a Franciscan Friar named Toribio Benavente and took the name of Juan Diego while his wife took the name of María Lucía. They had no children. About four years later, his wife got very sick and passed away, leaving Juan Diego to move and live with his uncle
Juan Bernardino. Juan Diego was described as being very religious, a devoted Catholic who received Holy Communion three times per week, and also very reserved. And the story goes that the Blessed Mother (Our Lady of Guadalupe) appeared to Juan Diego four times on Tepeyac Hill beginning on December 9, 1531, when he was on his way to morning Mass. She asked him to go to the Bishop Juan de Zumárraga and request in her name that a shrine be built at Tepeyac in her name, where she promised to pour out her grace upon those who invoked her. At first the bishop did not believe Juan Diego and asked him to bring a sign to prove that the apparition was true. Consequently, on December 12, 1531, Juan Diego returned to Tepeyac for a fourth time. The Blessed Mother told him to climb the hill and to pick the flowers that he would find in bloom. He obeyed, and although it was winter, he found roses in full
bloom. He gathered the flowers and took them to the Blessed Mother who carefully placed them in his mantle and told him to take them to the bishop. When he opened his tilma (cloak) in front of Bishop Zumárraga the flowers fell on the ground and there remained impressed, in place of the flowers, an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Having received his proof through, the bishop ordered that a church be built on Tepeyac Hill in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. And on May 30, 1548, at the age of 74 years, Juan Diego died and was buried in the church. His tilma can still be seen in the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe—a lasting testament to faith, devotion, and divine grace. Ever since I was a little boy, at the age of three, I remember Mamá had this beautiful picture frame (37" x 24") of Our Lady of Guadalupe hanging on the wall. This was in 1949. Mamá would tell me that this picture of Our Lady of Guadalupe
hung in the Basilica in Mexico City. Naturally, I believed her. During the horrific Laredo flood of 1954, the rising waters of the Arroyo El Zacate tore down the west wall of our modest two room house at 402 San Pablo Avenue in Laredo, Texas. But the small section of the wall that held the picture of Our Lady of Guadalupe was not harmed. And as I reflect on my personal journey with the name Juan, I realize it is more than just a name—it is a legacy of humility, faith, and quiet strength. Whether through the miraculous image on the tilma or the enduring devotion at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Juan Diego’s story continues to echo through generations. For me, the name has become a symbol of spiritual connection and cultural identity, a reminder that even the most unassuming among us can be chosen to carry a divine message. And in that truth, I find both comfort and purpose.
Tucson Museum of Art Highlights Borderland Latino Art–Ya Hecho: Readymade in the Borderlands
By Ricardo Romo, Ph.D
Ya Hecho: Readymade in the Borderlands, an exhibition at the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block, reflects the intersections of art, place, material culture, and lived experience. The prolonged U.S. government shutdown and disrupted airline flights prevented me from seeing the show. However, thanks to my good Los Angeles friend Jesus Treviño, publisher of Latinopia, who provided me with the catalog and excellent photos, I can present the exhibit to my readers..
In an excellent explanation of where the original inspiration for Ya Hecho or Readymade came from, art critic Christine C. Brindza wrote in the exhibit catalog that “past and present concepts of the readymade form [are] most often associated with Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968), whose use of everyday, prefabricated objects challenged traditional notions of art and was an act of resistance– an idea that carries through in today's contemporary representations,
especially present in the Ya Hecho exhibition.”
Brindza reminds us that it was a porcelain urinal (Fountain, 1917) that “presented the biggest challenge to the traditional ideas of art and craftsmanship of its time.” I recalled seeing Duchamp's urinal in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art some years ago. Duchamp did not sign his name to the urinal with the intention of challenging “the notion of the role of the artist in the physical act of creation.” Most importantly, Brindza tells us, using a urinal “as a sculpture also changed the perception of what could be considered art.”
In a prologue to the Ya Hecho catalog, Guest Curator Rigoberto Luna discussed how the “visual language of the border can be derived in spaces like flea markets, produce markets, secondhand shops, scrap yards that are not just commercial spaces but cultural institutions as significant and
culturally relevant as a panaderia, the molino, the tortillería, or local botanica.” Of course, these cultural institutions exist beyond the border, in small and large towns of Mexico and in small and large towns of the U.S. Southwest. What makes our borderland visual language distinct from that of Mexico City botanicas is related to American cultural influences. Thus, our Latino art in the Borderlands–Texas, California, New Mexico, and Arizona is neither Mexican nor American–it is a bit of both and distinguished by its bilingual-bicultural element.
Latino poet and cultural disruptor, Guillermo Gómez-Peña, offered another perspective in the catalog, arguing that the border is “a place of recycling of cultures, identities, and languages— a site where nothing is thrown away but everything is transformed.” This cultural deconstruction is instructive and leads us to the discussion of the term “rasquache sensibility.” Luna argues that artists in Ya Hecho generate a new visual language when they “mobilize what the dominant culture deems discardable surplus and material that carries lived experiences embedded in the borderlands.”
Artists in this exhibit, such as Margarita Cabrera, construct nopal plant sculptures from discarded Border Patrol uniforms as examples of the borderland experience. Cabrera notes that her “work centers on socialpolitical community issues, including cultural identity, migration, violence, inclusivity, labor, and empowerment.” She has created sculptures made of steel, copper, wood, ceramics, and fabric. Cabrera likes to take her artwork to a higher level, revealing that her “emphasis is on creating a social consciousness through art, generating solutions to these problems, and empowering members of highly diverse communities.”
Most of the artists in the exhibit are from the Borderlands. Luna suggested that for these artists of Ya Hecho, “living and creating with a border identity means grappling with layers of displacement and connection that are felt most intensely when crossing physical and political borders.” The border has undergone significant changes over the past year. Reports from the Border Patrol show a substantial drop in “encounters” from October 2024 to the same month of 2025. No doubt, ICE is scaring many would-be migrants from crossing
into the U.S. Thus, while the border-crossing encounters a year ago stood at an estimated 150,000 for one month, this year they had dropped to 30,000, an 80 percent decrease.
Although many of the artists in the Ya Hecho exhibit may challenge the traditional notion of art, there is more than the concept of “readymade” in this exhibit. Rigoberto Luna seeks to introduce us to borderland images, constructed rather than readymade. For example, Luna introduced the New Mexican artist Vicente Telles to Texas audiences several years ago.
Thanks to Luna, Telles is the artist in the Ya Hecho exhibit with whom I am most familiar. Harriett and I have attended his solo openings in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and San Antonio. In 2025, Telles notably became a finalist for the National Portrait Gallery’s prestigious Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition, marking the first time a born-and-bred New Mexican santero has been featured in the triennial American Portraiture Today exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution.
Telles’s sculpture, “A Sacred Game,” falls between the categories
Narsiso Martinez, “Unnumbered Portraits.” Courtesy of Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Photo by Jesus Treviño.
are evident in the elaborate handcarved frame of the basketball backboard.
Telles is a native of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is best known as a Santero [painter of saints] and a cultural iconographer with a strong devotion to honoring the culture and traditions of his native New Mexico. Much of his artistic creativity has been influenced by the traditional New Mexico santeros, yet over the last decade, his style has evolved to include various reinterpretations of traditional Catholic and Cultural iconography. To Telles, being a Santero and Cultural Iconographer is so much more than being an artist.
Sophia Mayorga, also in the Ya Hecho exhibit, is a Tucsonbased multidisciplinary artist and art educator with over 15 years of professional experience in the arts. She obtained her BFA in Art and Visual Culture Education and her teaching certificate through the University of Arizona. Although she considers herself a professional artist, she is also the owner of Galeria Mitotera, a community-focused art space dedicated to “celebrating Chicanx culture and uplifting artists of color.” Her artistic practice is deeply exploratory, using a variety of materials to examine themes of identity, culture, nature, and decay.
of readymade and rasquachismo. According to Telles, “Growing up the game of basketball was omnipresent, but the courts and gyms were not. Rather than be deterred, we neighborhood kids would make our own baskets/ hoops from whatever materials we could, just so we could play.”
His adaptation of the basketball backboard with the hoop and net offers a borderland modification. The “readymade” in this art piece is the American-manufactured metal hoop and nylon cord net, and the improvised component is the the weathered wooded backboard. His creative talents as a santero artist
Mayorga wrote in the exhibit catalog that her painting in the exhibit “Don't You Feel Like Crying?” is a love letter to her family and the land. She explained, “As a child of an immigrant, we always had two homes, one in Mexico and one in so-called America, but neither felt like home. Between the constant back and forth, it was difficult to establish any roots.” We learn from her artist’s statement that she never felt “any real connection to the land, traditions, and its peoples.” She constantly experienced “a disconnect and an uncertainty of how to navigate life as an individual.” In her art piece in the exhibit, she addressed her profound sadness, “because if we consider the theft, exploitation, destruction, and colonization of the land, it should bring you to tears.”
In the Ya Hecho: Readymade in the Borderlands exhibit, Luna reminds us that we inherit a visual language grounded in necessity and ingenuity. Living in the Borderlands necessitates learning the value of making do, repurposing, reinventing, and resisting waste.
Latinos have been living in the borderlands since the settlement of San Juan de Caballero, a New Mexico village founded in 1598.
When distances made material supplies and food goods difficult to acquire from colonial Mexico City, the New Mexicans, and soon after the Tejanos and Californios, made their own material goods, added their paintings to their houses of worship, and grew their own food. The beginning of borderland social and cultural adaptation began four centuries ago, and perhaps earlier.
Lorena Ochoa, “Freedom of Speech.” Courtesy of Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Photo by Jesus Treviño.
Margarita Cabrera. Courtesy of Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Photo by Jesus Treviño.
Margarita Cabrera. Courtesy of Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Photo by Tina Lieberman.
Vicente Telles, “A Sacred Game.” Courtesy of Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Photo by Jesus Treviño.
St. Paul Square Announces December Lineup for Friday Night Live
By Eduardo Jiménez Mayo, J.D., Ph.D.
St. Paul Square, the city’s historic downtown district now reemerging as a world-class hub for entertainment, art, and culture, has released its December schedule for Friday Night Live, the weekly, admission-free event series that brings music, markets, art, and family activities to the heart of San Antonio. Produced in collaboration with The Espee, one of San Antonio’s premier performance venues, Friday Night Live continues to attract locals and visitors with a rotating lineup designed to offer something for everyone—live music, curated markets, neighborhood food and drinks, immersive holiday experiences, and community-centered entertainment.
This month’s schedule features three themed Fridays, each high-
lighting local talent, holiday celebrations, and the unique cultural energy of St. Paul Square.
December 5: ARTCANON’s Holiday Gallery Walk & Market
St. Paul Square welcomes back ARTCANON for its second First Friday art exhibition, bringing an expanded lineup of San Antonio artists to the district. Guests can browse and purchase locally created artwork displayed throughout the third-floor balcony of the district’s central courtyard, directly across from Eye of the Beholder Art Studios. The evening also includes live music and festive libations.
Location: The St. Paul Square Courtyard (1170 E. Commerce, Third Floor)
Time: 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Admission: Free, all ages (RSVP with donation optional for special perks)
December 12: Santa at the Square & Holiday Market
Holiday cheer takes center stage as Friday Night Live transforms into a family-friendly celebration featuring photos with Santa, warm hot cocoa, and an all-local vendor market. Presented by Juntos San Antonio, this event is the perfect place to shop small and support local artisans while enjoying festive holiday fun.
Location: Parking lot in front of 1902 (1174 E. Commerce Street)
Time: 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Admission: Free, all ages
December 19: Beauty + Zen Haus’ Night Market & Elnuh Concert at The Espee
Beauty + Zen Haus returns with a special holiday edition of its popular Night Market—ideal for last-minute holiday shoppers looking for handcrafted goods, festive décor, and one-of-a-kind
finds from San Antonio makers.
The evening kicks off with outdoor indie-pop vibes from Elnuh, performing at The Espee’s popup plaza stage under the stars.
Location: St. Paul Square Courtyard + The Espee (1174 E. Commerce St.)
Time: 7:00 p.m. (Doors + Music)
Admission: Free, all ages
Friday Night Live is a key component of St. Paul Square’s broader vision to reimagine the historic district as one of San Antonio’s most dynamic cultural destinations. The area now features a diverse and growing collection of locally owned restaurants, bars, event venues, and nightclubs, all contributing to the district’s renewed momentum and community appeal.
For event updates and more information, follow @stpaulsquare on social media or visit www. stpaulsq.com.
DAV & RecruitMilitary to Host Virtual Hiring Event for Veterans and Military Spouses
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary are teaming up once again to support our nation’s heroes by hosting a Central Region Virtual Career Fair designed specifically for transitioning service members, veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military spouses. The online event
will take place on Tuesday, December 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Central Time, offering job seekers direct access to employers actively hiring across multiple industries. This virtual job fair plays a critical role in accelerating veteran employment. RecruitMilitary’s platform helps translate military experience
into civilian-ready resumes and conversations—making it easier for employers to recognize the value, discipline, and skills that veterans bring to the workforce. Participants will have the opportunity to connect in real time with decisionmakers from both regional and national companies seeking to fill skilled roles.
Whether transitioning out of service, re-entering the workforce, or pursuing a new career path, attendees can expect meaningful engagement and immediate hiring opportunities. The event is free for all members of the military community. The Central Region Virtual Career Fair is held entirely online, mak-
ing it accessible from anywhere. Veterans, military spouses, and service members can log in, explore employer booths, chat with recruiters, share resumes, and even participate in virtual interviews. To learn more about RecruitMilitary and its nationwide hiring initiatives, visit RecruitMilitary. com.
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Propuesta de Construcción de una Nueva Subestación y Línea de Transmisión
CPS Energy organizará una reunión pública sobre la construcción de una nueva subestación en el este del condado de Bexar, en el área de Foster Road y Houston Street.
Miércoles 10 de diciembre de 2025 de 5:00 PM a 7:00 PM
Los representantes de CPS Energy estarán disponibles para recibir comentarios y responder preguntas de los residentes del área.
Este evento tendrá un formato informal de "entrada por salida" y consistirá en estaciones de información que abordarán áreas específicas del proyecto. Se anima a los asistentes a visitar cada estación y hacer preguntas.
Este evento es gratuito y abierto al público.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Oscar Luevanos, Director de Proyectos, CPS Energy, al (210) 353-6673, opción 8.
Por Sendero Deportivo
Tuzos de Palau fue el equipo campeón en el disputado torneo Thanksgiving 2025 La Leyenda Simón Sánchez, jugado en estadio Potranco.
Tuzos del manager y jugador Carlos Iglecias, en la primera ronda jugada el sábado 29 de diciembre derrotó a Broncos de Linda Garza y el manager Roberto Garza con victoria para Orlando Barroso.
Tuzos Campeón Torneo Thanksgiving 2025 La Leyenda Simón Sánchez
Mike Tabhan, quien abrió con el valioso lanzador derecho Josh Gill, quien tuvo relevo de Barrett Flores. Por el tercer lugar Broncos se impuso 10-1 ante White Sox del organizador
Chuy Ramírez.
Por Broncos en relevo Humberto García
“El Flaco”, tuvo gran actuación cerrando el partido, lo cual fue una gran prueba para su estatus de seguir adelante dentro de las categorías
Abierta con Broncos y Masters 50+ con Los Rojos.
El domingo 30 en cerrado partido Tuzos con pitcheo combinado de Luis Garcia, Emiliano Chávez, Barroso y Alan Mow, doblegaron 2-1 a Diablos del cafetero
Ramírez, dio las gracias a los equipos participantes y a los patrocinadores quienes aportaron gran respaldo a este tradicional torneo.
En el que ahora se le reconoció la trayectoria al señor Simón Sánchez, presidente de ligas Abierta y Masters en Liga Potranco. Sánchez de 78 años, nativo de Córdoba, Veracruz, tras haberse destacado en el béisbol fronterizo jugando y dirigiendo equipos en las categorías menores y mayores, aquí en San Antonio sigue dejando huella como directivo principal en Potranco
Baseball League, organizando torneos y ligas en las que ha llevado y sigue adelante como narrador y llevando las estadísticas.
Sánchez, agradeció el reconocimiento en el que Chuy Ramírez le presentó jersey firmada por beisbolistas participantes en este torneo dedicado a su brillante carrera.
La entrega de trofeos, la encabezó Ramírez y el artista Eloy Rocha, dueño de Potranco Baseball Field, quien a la vez representó a Broncos recibiendo el trofeo del tercer lugar.
Tuzos con Iglecias y el coach Efraín Cruz Franco, recibieron el trofeo de campeón. Tabhan el segundo lugar, y Ramírez del cuarto puesto. Orlando Barroso, fue el jugador designado como el MVP por lo que recibió el flamante trofeo de manos de Ramírez y Rocha. Esté domingo retornan las acciones en la tercera ronda de categoría Masters en el campo 2 Potranco con los partidos a las 10:30am Yankees vs Reds. 1:30pm Astros vs Rangers en el clásico. (Fotos De Franco).
Greenies Meets the Public Holiday Extravaganza Style WestCare
Joins Bexar County Commissioner Pct. 4 Tommy Calvert for Annual Community Event Happening at Greenies Ribbon Cutting
Get ready to step into a winter wonderland as San Antonio Zoo unveils Zoo Lights, Powered by CPS Energy—the most magical and enchanting holiday celebration!
Zoo Lights, Powered by CPS Energy, will transform San Antonio Zoo into a winter wonderland from November 15, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Get ready to be swept away by the holiday spirit as you explore miles of dazzling lights, festive music, and whimsical displays. Immerse yourself in a world of twinkling lights and vibrant displays across our unique realms. With bigger, brighter, and wilder attractions than ever before, Zoo Lights, Powered by CPS Energy, guarantees an unforgettable holiday light extravaganza. Mark your calendars and join us for the wildest celebration in San Antonio!
Daily Activities
Pick-a-Present: 12:00 p.m. – Close Lakeside Lightshow: 6:00 p.m. – Close (Plays every 20 minutes)
- S’mores Pits: 12:00 p.m. – Close
Santa Photos: at Beastro Restaurant,
Zoo Lights Realms
The Enchanted Tree, Sponsored by CPS Energy
NEW this year! The Enchanted Tree in H-EB Plaza shimmers with breathtaking uplighting
and a trunk wrapped in golden lights. Surrounded by glowing evergreens, this radiant centerpiece fills the air with wonder and marks the beginning of an unforgettable Zoo Lights adventure.
Lights on the Lawn, Sponsored by Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
NEW this year! Step onto the Great Lawn and take in a spectacular LED Christmas tree surrounded by brilliant lights! Feel the rhythm of the season with magical snowfall and DJ beats on select weekends as this brandnew feature becomes the heart of holiday celebration and excitement.
Cathedral Tunnel, Sponsored by Beluga Air
NEW this year! Walk beneath the breathtaking Cathedral Tunnel, located along the Snake Pathway near the Zoo Entrance. Covered in thousands of twinkling lights that arch overhead, this luminous walkway creates a glowing canopy of color and wonder. It’s the perfect spot for a magical selfie, a family photo, or simply taking in the beauty of Zoo Lights all around you.
Lakeside Lightshow, Sponsored by CPS Energy
Experience pure holiday magic as the Lakeside Lightshow fills the night with dancing lights perfectly timed to beloved holiday songs. Curtains
of light ripple across the water while snow drifts gently through Zootennial Plaza, creating a scene that feels straight from a dream.
Santa Photos, Sponsored by Beluga Air
Meet Santa inside our Beastro Restaurant and capture the sparkle of the season with a festive family photo. It’s a joyful memory you’ll cherish forever, complete with twinkling décor and cheerful holiday spirit found only at the zoo.
Holiday Performance Pavilion, Sponsored by Groundworks
Head to Meme’s Pavilion for nonstop holiday cheer and Zoo Vibes performances that lift every heart! Enjoy music, laughter, and weekend meet-and-greets with our famous mascots, Cowboy and Savanna, as the stage lights up with joy and celebration.
Candy Lane, Sponsored by CPS Energy
Wander through Candy Lane in Africa Live!, where red and white lights twirl around the trees like giant candy canes and oversized sweets make the scene sparkle. Warm up by the s’more pits nearby in Flamingo Flats and savor the sweetest holiday moments.
Water Wonderland, Sponsored by Baptist Health System
Immerse yourself in the glow of Water Wonderland, a sparkling underwater dreamscape filled with shimmering sea creatures and rippling blue light. Let the whimsical seaweed décor sway above you as you drift through a world of festive ocean magic.
Starry Safari, Sponsored by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services
Journey through Starry
Safari in Go Wild!, where illuminated animals from graceful giraffes to playful bears light up the night. It’s a breathtaking blend of wildlife and wonder that celebrates nature under a sky full of holiday stars.
Fa-la-la-Flamingo, Sponsored by Community First Health Plans
Everything’s merry and bright in Fa-la-la-Flamingo at Birds of the World! Step inside a glowing tunnel of flamingos and twinkling pink trees for a tropical twist on holiday cheer that dazzles with every step.
Polar Point, Sponsored by CPS Energy
Enter the frosty glow of Polar Point, where friendly snowmen sparkle beneath icy blue lights. It’s the perfect place to snap a photo, share a laugh, and soak in the peaceful magic of the winter season.
Greenies Meets the Public Holiday Extravaganza
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WestCare
Joins Bexar County Commissioner Pct. 4 Tommy Calvert for Annual Community Event Happening at Greenies Ribbon Cutting
Por Sendero Deportivo
San Antonio – This year Santa will be making his annual Holiday Extravaganza stop at a very special place with a lot of exciting guests! WestCare Texas has partnered with Bexar County Commissioner Pct. 4 Tommy Calvert to host a joint
Precinct 4 Holiday Extravaganza commemorating the Greenies completion. The community is invited for the official Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the Greenies Urban Farm, 1615 Sherman St., Thursday, December 11th from 4:30 – 7:30p.m.
“The tenacity and vision of Commissioner Calvert was the driving force that changed 10 acres of land that was once a menace and eyesore to the residents of Harvard Place
Eastlawn into an aesthetic, purposeful community space, urban garden and educational facility,” said Regional Vice President of WestCare Texas Francine ProsserJohnson. “We applaud and support this type of work and leadership at WestCare as it is our mission to help uplift and empower people in their communities and neighborhoods.” A Ribbon Cutting and Tree
For more information on WestCare Texas, WestCare Foundation and its mission, visit www.WestCare.com.
Lighting Ceremony will commence the festivities with an open house of the brandnew offices and facilities housing the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Bexar County faculty and staff. Live entertainment, photos with Santa, children’s ornament making, hot cocoa and holiday treats are complimentary while supplies last and all ages are welcome. The event will feature a vendor market where attendees can shop local for holiday gifts. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service works daily to make Texas better by providing innovative solutions at the intersection of agriculture, natural resources, youth and health, thereby improving the well-being of individuals, families, businesses and communities through education and service. WestCare, whose mission is “Uplifting the Human Spirit,” was founded 50 years ago. Since its inception, it has grown to more than 130 programs in 16 States, the Dominican Republic, Pacific Islands, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The nonprofit organization serves more than 55,000 people annually through a variety of health, human service, and capacity-building programs in the communities it serves that address the unique needs of that community.
Greg Galloway
Bexar County Purchasing Agent (U.S. Army Veteran)
REMARKS
(Exhibit Hall closed during the breakfast)
Michael D. Bryant Director, Civil Rights Division Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) (TUCP)
Ed Banos President/CEO University Health
Timothy James “TJ” White Vice Admiral USN (Ret.) Chief, Texas Cyber Command
(Exhibit Hall closed during the luncheon)
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
The Honorable Peter Sakai County Judge, Bexar County
LUNCH MC REMARKS Derrick Howard
Mark Gager Chief Information Officer, Bexar County
Executive Director Freeman Coliseum
CLOSING REMARKS Renee Watson Director/Title VI Coordinator SBED, Bexar County
