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TACKLING THE SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST

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A GUIDE TO CHOOSING AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES REASONS WHY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS ARE GREAT FOR KIDS

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Tackling the School Supply List

By Meagan Ruffing

I’m new to this school thing. My oldest is going in to second grade so I’ve only had one year of buying school supplies under my belt. I will tell you, I was on it the first year. Waiting for that school supply list was like Christmas morning for me. I couldn’t wait to tackle the necessities needed for my son’s first year of school. I bought the best of the best and even tucked in a few sheets of “Bravo!” stickers for his teacher. Oh, you too?

Fast forward to the summer before his second grade school year and I’m already finding ways to save on his long list of supplies. Here’s a few clever ways to save on your kid’s pencils and erasers, pencil box and crayons and yes, even those pricey dry erase markers.

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Shop early. Most, if not all of your kids’ supplies are on sale during the summer. Stores are trying to get rid of old inventory to make room for the new, hot off the press products. I didn’t know this until I started paying attention to those clearance items while doing my weekly grocery trips. I started picking up post-it notes that somehow found their

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way onto to the shelves with $1 price stickers. The only difference between those and the $3-4 post-it notes were the colors. Light blue over neon blue?

Sure, I’ll take the light blue for more than half the price.

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Stock up. I’m not one to keep an inventory in my closet of ‘just in case’ gifts or ‘ooh, someone might like this someday’ trinkets but I know a good deal when I see one. Towards the end of the school year last year, I found those super expensive Trapper Keeper-type things on sale for $3. Prior shopping trips with friends who had older children and were way more versed in this area than I at the time – had balked at the cost of these things. They were upwards of $13-15 and with multiple kids…well, you get the point. I had no clue if my son would in fact, need one of these but I thought, heck, he can always use it at home for some sort of activity. So in the cart it went.

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Reuse. Remember how I told you that I bought the best of the best that first year? Once I saw how many pencils came back with my son at the end of the school year, I thought, there’s no way I’m buying another 24 pencils when I have somehow accumulated over 50. We spent an afternoon sharpening all of these pencils during quiet time and put them nicely in his new 50 cent pencil box. Old with the new…I like that.

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Buy generic when you can. I usually leave the name brand stuff alone if I know the off-brand works just as well. I will also shop around if I’m already out and about running other errands. I don’t make special trips to find better prices but just the other day I found myself at Office Max getting some things printed when I saw a great sale on crayons. I picked up a few boxes and thought the cashier had actually rung them up wrong; they were even cheaper than what the sign advertised.

Score!

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Resale shops. I never thought to scope out the local resale shops for back-to-school items but I was super excited when I found not one but two backpacks that were in pristine condition for less than $5 each.

Once I saw how beat up my son’s got after just one year of school (not to mention I had paid $20 + on this specific superhero backpack) I quickly bought those and they are now ready to go for his 2nd grade year and his sister’s second year of preschool. Now I won’t feel so bad when my kids come home with broken zippers and rips and tears from being at school all day.

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Donate if you can. I like saving money. But if I do find school supplies at a good price, I like to buy a few more and donate them to my kids’ teachers just in

case there are any kids who can’t afford school supplies or maybe forgot theirs on the first day of school.

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Dry erase markers. Don’t you wish you could just erase some of those high prices from the packaging of these super expensive school supplies? Why are these markers so expensive? I don’t know the answer to that question but I do know how to save a little bit on these.

First, always stock up if you see them on sale (summertime) and second, buy in bulk. It will be more money up front but cheaper per marker. Or, you can always split the package with a friend whose kids need the markers as well.

Your kids are ready to head back to school and with the help of this neat little list, you can feel good about supplying them with just what they need to start the school year off right. Grab a friend, load your kids in the car, and head out early for your school supplies this year. If you’re late to the game, no worries, they’ll be another school year starting before you know it.

Meagan Ruffing is ready to send her two older children off to school with shiny new things. When she’s not out shopping for a good deal, you can find her at the computer writing about all things parenting-related. Visit her at www.meaganruffing.com where you can read more of her articles.

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Time for School School Tips From The Experts

By Christa Melnyk Hines

As families prepare their students for the school season, educators weigh in on best practices for managing the transition back to school.

Get into a routine.

Before school starts, adjust your child’s bedtime and wake them up five to 10 minutes earlier each day leading up to the first day. Also, post a morning task chart.

“By making a visual schedule, kids know what is expected and check off the pictures or word phrases as they do each one,” says Tara Walrod, a school counselor.

If your child is ready on time, offer rewards like free time before school.

Plan ahead.

“Try and pick a day to get school supplies or school clothes when less people are shopping to help enjoy the time together,” suggests Molly Gafney, a fifth grade teacher.

Log in to your school’s website. “Most districts post everything from PTA information to upcoming events to curriculum information and even videos and power points,” says Steve Cook, a director of curriculum and instruction.

“Clicking on those links only takes a few minutes, but the information gained will be priceless.”

Orient your child.

Schedule a school tour with the school counselor or principal if you are new to the community or if your child has special needs, which can heighten their sense of anxiety, advises fifth grade teacher Anne Braun.

Attend back-to-school events like Sneak-a-Peeks, meet-and-greets, and school orientations. These are “a great way for students to walk around the building, get comfortable with their surroundings and re-connect or meet new friends,” says middle school principal Shelly Nielsen.

Discuss fears.

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their lockers. Give them a combination lock to help them practice.

“If they are worried about making new friends, act out how to approach someone new or start a new conversation,” Gafney says.

Also, ask the school counselor for ideas. “Many times, schools assign new students peer mentors the first few days of school,” Nielsen says.

Practice drop-off.

Hash out transportation details with your child before school starts. If you plan to drive your child to school, do a dry run.

“Make sure your child is getting out of the correct side of the car, can shut the door themselves, and knows where the front door is located,” recommends Jessica Adair, a school counselor.

Consider health matters.

To help your child stay healthy throughout the year, make sure they get adequate rest and stay hydrated.

“When you’re feeling sick, stay home. You want to spread love with your friends, but you don’t want to spread germs!” says school nurse Destinee Peghee, RN, BSN, MBA. Most schools require kids are fever-free for 24 hours before returning to the classroom.

Encourage independence.

Many parents walk their kids in on the first day of school. After that, encourage your child to walk to class on their own to help them build a sense of independence and responsibility.

“We like for boys and girls to feel that sense of accomplishment and pride by successfully making their way to their classrooms on their own by the second week of school,” Walrod says.

As kids approach middle school, encourage them to advocate and take responsibility for themselves.

“Allow your child to be more responsible for completing homework, packing their own lunches and cleaning/organizing their backpacks,” Braun says.

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Celebrate the first day.

Many families take photos in the same place every year. Others plan first day celebrations by visiting the ice cream counter or a favorite restaurant or picnic with other families at a nearby playground.

“I love when families have rituals around the first day of school,” says Brian Watson, an elementary school principal. “These rituals are counted on every year to help a child relax and know that it will be a good year.”

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Manage through bad days.

After a long day at school, your child might come home feeling irritable, tired or frustrated with a problem.

“Listen and empathize. Be careful not to jump in too quickly or overreact to what is really a small problem or conflict,” Walrod advises.

Instead, encourage creative problem-solving.

If your child is complaining of anxiety-related tummy aches, make a plan with the school nurse or counselor.

“The most important thing is to get your student in the building,” Peghee says. “Don’t let them talk you into leaving-they’ll have stomach aches for the next two months.”

A daily phone check-in with you or a few minutes in the nurse’s office before school can help your child manage their anxiousness, Peghee says.

Connect with teachers.

“Every educator wants every child to literally RUN to school because they can’t wait to be there,” Watson says.

“When that isn’t the case, we want to work with you to try and figure out how we can work together to help lower your chid’s anxiety and get into learning.”

Share your child’s interests and hobbies to help teachers zero in on what gets your student excited about learning.

Always contact your child’s teacher or principal if you need clarification on anything or to discuss any concerns.

Christa Melnyk is a freelance journalist and mom of a middle schooler and a freshman in high school. Her latest book is Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World.

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A Guide to Choosing After School Activities

By Karissa Tunis

As kids continue to grow and develop, you will find that they often enjoy exploring more of their own personal interests. Sure school offers opportunities for children to get involved with different types of educational and social activities, but most of the time these options are more general in nature.

After school programs are excellent because they tend to offer more specific classes that focus on a particular topic. These programs are often lead or taught by experts in that field, which allows the student to dive deeper and to really improve upon their skills.

I am a firm believer in allowing children to explore a variety of sports and activities before selecting just one or two that will fill-up all of their evenings. Not only does this open their eyes to many wonderful possibilities, but they just might surprise themselves and discover that they have a hidden talent. They might even realize that they actually do like running 10

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around outside with a team, or getting creative in the art studio.

Not only will they meet more people, but they will be exposed to different environments (outside, inside, in a classroom, on a field, in the woods, etc.). They will learn new things like teamwork, survival skills, new terminology, new technology, & different skill-sets.

They will become more rounded and better educated within their community, and better understand all that it has to offer.

In order to do this though, consider looking for programs that are 2-3 month commitments, as opposed to programs that run for the length of the entire school year. This should give your child enough time to really dive into an activity and realize if they actually like it or not. And if not, then at least you are not obligated to finish out the rest of the year.

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But if they really enjoyed gymnastics, consider signing them up for something similar, like cheerleading.

But don’t just think about the common sports.

There are dozens of other options - music classes, art courses, STEM sessions, archery, fishing, bird watching, Scouts, knitting, crafting, cooking, horseback riding, photography, drama, and so much more!

Below are a few things to consider when trying to decide what is right for you, your child, and your family.

Explore Your Options

While some schools do offer separate after school programs, there are also a lot of other options out there. Before you make a decision, take the time to do a little research. Then sit down as a family and discuss the possibilities before deciding which one to commit to. Also, many programs offer a free trial class. When calling around, be sure to ask if they offer one as well.

It’s always a great idea to try before you buy!

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■■Once you narrow down your interests, look at which facilities offer what it is that you are looking for.

■■Consider the timing of the class - what time/day is this program offered? Does a parent need to stay, or can they drop-off? Will there always be someone available to provide the transportation?

■■Cost - keep in mind that some activities may require additional funds beyond the program itself.

Do you need to purchase special equipment, a uniform, etc?

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hopefully the right decision will be more clear. And if you are only committing to a few weeks rather than all year, that should hopefully take some of the pressure off of making the perfect choice, and give you the flexibility to be more daring with your selection. Again, it’s fun to try new things. A little challenge can be good at times. And if it’s not working out as expected, the flexibility to just move onto something else is wonderful.

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■■Is my child handling the demands of their schedule both

While activities do have their benefits, they can also take away quality time that could be spent with family, on homework, at church, etc. We all strive to find the perfect balance, but it can be tough to obtain. When trying new activities, or when trying to decide if you should register again and keep moving up/forward through the program, I would encourage you to pause and ask yourself these questions: ■■Is my child really enjoying or benefiting from this activity?

■■Is it worth the time that we are missing from being at home as a family?

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Why After-School Programs Are Great For Kids Tanni Haas, Ph.D.

As the new school year begins, parents ask themselves whether or not they should enroll their kids in an after-school program. The answer is a resounding “Yes!” Experts agree that after-school programs not only boost kids’ academic performance, they also enhance their social and emotional development, as well as their overall health and well-being.

Academic Performance

Kids who attend after-school programs tend to do better academically than those who don’t. They pay more attention in class, are more involved in classroom discussions, develop stronger study habits, and earn higher test scores. Researchers believe that’s because they spend more time doing homework and get the material explained by a wider variety of adults with different teaching styles. After-school programs generally offer more hands-on, experiential ways of learning, which are great for many kids.

In addition to their academic tutoring, most after-school programs also offer different extra-curricular activities like art, music, and sports. These activities also have a positive impact on their academic performance. When kids discover they have a particular talent, they gain self-confidence and that translates into better classroom behavior and performance. They also learn important time-management skills. When kids have homework to finish but are looking forward to a favorite activity, they learn how to manage their time so that they can do both.

Social and Emotional Development

After-school programs are great for social and emotional development. Kids spend considerable time interacting with kids other than their regular classmates, including with kids from different grades. This teaches them important interpersonal skills and how to make new friends. They also learn much from the extra-curricular activities. Whether they’re working together on an art project, a music performance, or are preparing for a sports competition, kids learn how to support one another and solve problems through teamwork. These are extremely valuable lessons that will serve them well for the rest of their lives. Almost all professional jobs require good communication and conflictresolution skills, and the ability to work well with others.

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MUSIC For the Love of Drums 210-260-2221 www.for theloveofdrums.com fortheloveofdrums@att.net For the Love of Drums offers after school music classes various elementary schools for fall 2019 Call for a list of participating schools. We offer introductory to keyboard and percussion classes for the 1st and 2nd graders and introductory to drumset, percussion, and music theory for 3rd to 5th graders.

Sinfonia Music Academy 8103 Broadway St., Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78209 210-465-6239 www.sinfoniamusicacademy.com We offer music for everyone. Come play with us! ​ At Sinfonia Music Academy, we believe in building a musical foundation that will last throughout a student›s life. Beginning at birth, we want to foster a love of music from the earliest age, and nurture that love and build skills that will give children the best

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ACADEMIC/TUTORING Clowvazar After School Tutoring 210-690-4800 12746 Cimarron Path #120 San Antonio TX 78249 www.clowvazar.com We provide One-on-One tutoring for kids with high functioning autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia et cetera. Tutoring & Coaching sessions available for both Students and Parents. We provide comprehensive assessment and affordable packages.

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Mad Science of San Antonio P.O. Box 92701 Austin, Texas 78709 210-651-1143 sanantonio.madscience.org Mad Science is the leading science enrichment provider for children in pre-kindergarten through grade 5. Using an inquiry-based learning approach, children are doing things like chemistry, physics, and rocket engineering just to name a few.

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AFTER SCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Brighter Futures Learning Center (210) 566-1999 1213 Borgfeld Rd. in Schertz 2175 FM 1103 in Cibolo (NEW LOCATION) www.BrighterFuturesLC.com Before & After School Program We offer a fun-filled after-school & holiday break program which includes field trips to encourage exploratory & creativity for our children. We have multiple playground, an indoor playground & a splash pad at both locations. Come take a tour of our beautiful facilities!

Bright Ideas Children’s Enrichment Center 9433 Frederickburg Road San Antonio, TX 78240 694-4622 www.brightideasdaycare. com We realize that each child is unique with a specific set of needs. It is our sincere desire to accept the challenge and work toward the goal of meeting each of those needs. We offer Infant and Toddler care, PreK 3 and PreK 4 and Private Kindergarten, with breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack provided. We also offer Swimming lessons, Ballet, Gymnastics, Karate and Spanish for Tots. Call or visit our website for more information.

Colonial Hills United Methodist Church After School Care 210-349-9583 5247 Vance Jackson San Antonio 78230 www.chumc@chumc.org/ after-school-care A fun and safe way to spend out of school time. After school programs for children 5 – 12 years.

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Clowvazar After School Tutoring 210-690-4800 12746 Cimarron Path #120 San Antonio TX 78249 www.clowvazar.com We provide One-on-One tutoring for kids with high functioning autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia et cetera. Tutoring & Coaching sessions available for both Students and Parents. We provide comprehensive assessment and affordable packages.

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AFTER-SCHOOL DIRECTORY Mount Sacred Heart School 210-342-6711 619 Mt. Sacred Heart Road www.mountsacredheart.com

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Before and after school care available. For over 80 years parents and students of have benefited from a strong tradition of excellence in Catholic faith and education. Mount Sacred Heart School offers after are to our families of our Montessori & PreK4 to 8th graders until 6 pm for an additional fee. To learn more about the array of extra-curricular activities offered at MSH please contact the school office at 210-342-6711.

Converse 78109 wwww.saintmonica.net St. Monica offers a before and after school program for its students. Now enrolling children 2 1/2 years to 8th grades. TCCED accredited.

Trinity Preschool supports parents by offering a full and engaging educational program for children as young as 6 weeks through Pre – K ( four and five year olds).

Our enriching learning centers and optional activities include library, science, computers, gymnastics, Bible, chapel, and music. We are pleased to offer hours that make it easy for working parents – Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 6:30 pm. Come see what we are all about!

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SA Youth’s Out-of-School Time offers an array of programs that focus on educational achievement, character development, and healthy lifestyles. Our program provides year-round youth development programs during non-school hours that provide academic support and expanded learning opportunities that make a difference in a child’s total development.

Sunshine Cottage teaches children who are deaf or hard-of-hearing to listen and talk. Programs: Newborn Hearing Evaluation Center, Parent-Infant Program, Audiology, Speech-Language Therapy and Pre-K through fifth grade. Ask about our year-round programs.

A child-centered education is offered to students 2 years – 5th grade. Trinity United Methodist School offers an accelerated curriculum with music, piano, theatre arts, technology, Spanish, Latin, art library and PE. IPADS are issued to 3rd – 5th graders. Before and after school care available.

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In addition to after school care, MSSA offers its students a wide variety of after school activities including art, chess, dance, drama, guitar, LEGO robotics, martial arts, origami, science, sports, Spanish, and violin. courses are taught by accomplished instructors selected from within and outside the MSSA community.

As a leader in youth development, the YMCA of Greater San Antonio serves children ages 5-13 providing safe, quality, affordable after school care. Our Y kids receive a light snack and participate in planned activities offered in an enriching environment specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of school age children and their families.

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#1: Don’t show pictures of the baby to all your coworkers. They might inquire, “How’s the baby?” Before you whip out your smartphone, try and remember your pre-baby life. While you keep from weeping for the days of happy hour cocktails and dry clean only clothing, think back to how it felt to feign interest in the children of your friends and co-workers… Don’t be that person. #2 Don’t stress about pumping at work. I mean, why would you be stressed out about attaching a suction device to your nipples while you sit in a room HR has assured you is “private,” except for the absence of a lock on the door, while milk spurts into bottles attached to your engorged breasts, to the tune of Wee-WAH… Wee-WAH… Wee-WAH…? Seriously though, it will work out. #3 Don’t automatically eliminate caffeine just because you are breastfeeding. Disclaimer: I’m a blogger, not a doctor, but I would advise giving coffee a try and see how what happens before you put the kibosh on this daily ritual. (And by daily ritual I mean survival tactic). If you have to eliminate it, I’m sorry for your loss.

But you never know—It might be just fine. Also, you might never make the connection when strangers remark that your baby is “so alert” as you sip your latte. #4: Do check references before hiring a sitter. Because when the reference wonders aloud, “Would it kill her to load up the dishwasher without being asked?” do not be surprised to come home to the sitter’s Diet Coke can on your only nice piece of furniture and a sink full of empty bottles. She’ll report the baby slept “fine” and drank “a few bottles” as she walks out the door. So take your time. When you find the reference who says, “We LOVE this woman” it doesn’t matter if you met her at a bar. She will be the one to take your child to the park, make art projects out of Jell-O, and tidy your house. You’ll wish you worked full-time just so your kid can stay with her every day. #5: Do review diaper changing with your sitter. I don’t care if she has “night nurse for triplets” on her resume. Just smile and say something like, “I know this is ridiculous, but if you would humor me, let’s change a diaper, so you’ll know where the diapers and wipes are. Sorry, I am a neurotic new mom!” It pains me to say it, but many people don’t know the front from the back of a diaper. I don’t know how many times I have been puzzled to find my child has soaked through her diaper overnight only to find the sitter put it on backward. #6: Do give your sitter a 30-minute warning before you come home. This gives her a chance to do the things she should have done while the baby was napping, like fold that basket of laundry and wipe down the high chair tray. If she’s awesome and did those things already, she now has plenty of time to put away the books 18 Our Kids Magazine | August 2019

and toys your child has strewn about. The moment you walk into a clean house after working all day- that little moment makes it all worthwhile. Oh, and when your baby smiles and bounces upon seeing your face, that’s pretty good too. #7: Do take your lunch break. Because isn’t lunch the whole point of work? It is fantastic if you just love work, but I don’t. I like work but I love chatting with my co-workers over lunch. Also, I have a thing for the cafeteria coconut cream pie. If you are away from your cherub for eight to nine hours, what’re another 30 minutes or so if it means your workday has a fun part that involves gossip and pie? #8: Do get everything ready the night before. It’s hard enough to get out the door when you just need to kiss the baby one last time (ten times). Add a 5:30 am nursing session, another at 7:45, and a diaper change (or two), and you will appreciate any spare second you can find. The night before, lay out your outfit. If you can shower at night without suffering from crazy morning hair, do it. Prep the coffee ready the night before. PS Why doesn’t Babies R Us carry Keurigs? #9: Do leave for work before your partner, if schedules allow. And not just because you get sensitive when your child jumps into the sitter’s arms and hardly notices you leaving. If you’re a chatterbox and your partner is a “less is more” talker, leaving a note is more time efficient than hanging around while the sitter reads said note, then telling her everything you already wrote, giving her a tour of the fridge, and chatting about the weather when your husband could have done the hand-off in three minutes, and all you would have had to do was trust that everything would be fine and the sitter would text you with any questions. #10: Do remember that this too shall pass. Which I know, is practically impossible at 2 am after you’ve been up with a crying baby and then you get back into bed, turn to your partner and say, “You’re sleeping! I can tell by your breathing. You’re not the only one who has to work tomorrow!” and then loudly fluff your pillow. And when you wake up the next day with sand for eyeballs, the vibe is less “This too shall pass” and more “I feel like a prisoner of war.” But it will pass, I promise. And if my promise is not enough, have a glass of wine. After work, that is.

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August 24 / Wishing Lanterns:

An ethereal experience of casting lanterns into the river in honor of loved ones, hopes, dreams, and wishes. Admission is free.

Lanterns are $5 each (sold at the event or pre-ordered online).

Decoration stations will be available to decorate and personalize your lanterns at the event.

Entertainment includes festival dancing to thematic music and food trucks. 5 to 10.pm. San Antonio River Walk Association, TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com

Kidcation Kick Off August 3 , 2019 10:30am to 1:30pm Our Kids Magazine, presents Kidcation Week, an multi-day event where the city rolls out the red carpet for kids of all ages, transforming San Antonio into a citywide playground. Families can have one last summer hurrah by enjoying money-saving deals and free activities throughout the city. The 8-day event kicks off August 3 at River Center Mall and ends on August 11. www.

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August 17 / Free Outdoor Movie - Captain Marvel Free Outdoor Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza - Captain Marvel: The community is invited to experience the magic and nostalgia of one of San Antonio’s historic gems as the Mission Marquee Plaza will be the setting for an outdoor screening of “Captain Marvel”. Food trucks and concessionaires will be on hand and attendees are also welcome to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. Free. 7 to 10 p.m. Movie begins 15 minutes after dusk. Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave. 210-207-8612. www.facebook.com/MissionMarqueePlaza

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Kidcation Kick-Off Event at River Center Mall: A day including activities, games, prize giveaways, live music, face painting, performances and special appearances. Open to the public. Free.

10:30 a.m. to 1:30.pm. Rivercenter Mall (Lagoon Area), 849 East Commerce Street TPR Presents: When I Grow Up, A Free Family Event: Designed to inform, entertain and inspire, TPR’s When I Grow Up invites children, between 6 and 16 years, to meet with a wide variety of professionals. Children and their families meet one-on-one with leaders in the community to learn about their career inspiration, as well as educational and professional paths. Organized like an expo, children are encouraged to meet and talk to the professional ‘mentors’ who represent the careers they are most interested in.

The event is free and open to all, and will also include children’s activities and entertainment. 1 PM – 3:30 PM. San Antonio Garden Center. 3310 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, Texas 78209 KidX Back-to-School Party: The school year is coming up fast, so let’s celebrate with a Back-to-School Party! Stop by Rolling Oaks Mall at Center Court on Saturday, August 3rd from 12pm-2pm for BTS crafts, games, giveaways and more! While supplies last. Free open to the public. Center Court. Rolling Oaks Mall, 6909 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247.

Hemisfair’s Back to School Bash: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It’s your last bash of the summer, spend it at Hemisfair! This FREE event is for all students, parents and teachers to enjoy! Join us for live music, interactive art, backpack giveaways, raffles for teachers, school supplies, health & wellness demonstrations and a movie screening at sunset. Made possible by Argo Group and other generous sponsors.

Monday - August 5 Urban Air Adventure Park: Stop by at Urban Air from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a Buy One Ultimate Pass and Get Second Ultimate Pass FREE

Tuesday - August 6

Bat Loco Bash: Enjoy an educational talk about the bat colony that resides under I-35 at the Camden St bridge as wildlife experts provide bat education and explain the important role bats have in our ecosystem. Special party to celebrate the end of this year’s educational series will include booths, live music, and children activities.

Free. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Parking for the bat talks is available at Pearl near La Gloria. Museum Reach, intersection of Camden St. and Newell St. 210-302-3259. www.sara-tx.org

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Wednesday - August 7 Pump It Up - Free entry for two children per adult to any San Antonio area Pump It Up for a minimum of 1 hour of indoor play time. See store website (pumpitupparty. com) for available sessions and come early, each session has a maximum of 35 participants. Must mention promocode “KIDCATION” to receive the discount.

Sunday - August 11 Filipino Family Day: More Details coming soon. Visit www.texancultures.com for updates. Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd.

OTHER DEALS

Extreme Escape: 25% OFF plus a FREE souvenir photo per player when using promo code “KIDCATION” LEGOLAND Discovery Center :$3 discount on all tickets if you mention “Kidcation” for the month of August.

University Bowl: $9.99 special for 2 Hours of Bowling and a $5 Curve Card. Can be redeemed Aug 3-11 before 5pm.

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Top Golf: $20 off our Summer Academy: with promo code “EB19SUMMERA20P” That can be reserved at www.topgolf.com/ kidzone.

The DoSeum: Offer $5 OFF after 4pm

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museum collection and a related sensory playtime for little ones. Diapers, blankies and yoga pants are welcome; strollers and baby carriers are strongly encouraged. Free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Meet at 10 am for children under 12 months; 11 am for children 12 months to 2 years. Held the first Friday of the month. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-824-5368. https://www.mcnayart.org/events/calendar/2018/2018/08/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday.

Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210826-2611. https://www.thetwig.com/ friday-storytime

Hot Diggity Dog Day at the San Antonio Botanical Garden on August 3.

1 Thursday

KidX Summer Movie Series- Hotel Transylvania 3: Come enjoy the last free summer movie for the summer.

Please check before you come, as movies are subject to change. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Upper Level next to Scruffy Nerds (Old Charlotte Russe Space.

Movies and location are subject to change.at the Rolling Oaks Mall, 6909 N Loop 1604 East. https://rollingoaksmall.com

Auntie Anne’s Food Truck (5 – 8 p.m.) (available for purchase) Culinary Drop-in Demonstration (5 – 8 p.m.)

San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-296-7718. http:// www.sabot.org/

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Fiesta Noche del Rio: A summer outdoor performance on the River Walk featuring the songs and dances of Mexico, Spain, Argentina and Texas.

Since 1957, the show has been seen by more than one million visitors from around the world and raised more than $2.75 million for local children’s charities. The tickets for this special Tricentential edition of the show are $20 for adults/$15 for seniors/$8 for children ages 6-14. 8:30 p.m. Arneson River Theatre at La Villita. 210- 2264651. http://fiestanochesa.com/

Summer Nights at the Botanical Garden: Live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, fun activities and more.

This Summer Nights series invites the San Antonio community and beyond to experience the Botanical Garden’s 38 acres of nature space with live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, plant activities, and more. Visitors are welcomed to bring a picnic (food, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverArt Strolls- Me Gusta (I Like It): Take ages), lawn chairs, and blankets. Cost: OKM_Aug_Ad_Rides.pdf 3:49 PM infant or toddler out for the Regular admission rates apply. 1Live7/23/19 your Music by Filigree (5 – 8 p.m.) morning to enjoy a themed tour of the

Free Movie Screening - The Incredibles 2: Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown.

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. Free. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 210-978-8100. https://www. samuseum.org/ Free Concert Fridays - Party on the Plaza!: Free Concert Fridays every week. Listen to the best local sounds of San Antonio. Bring the whole family to enjoy music ranging from Tejano to country hits, blues, pop and more!​ Free. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Tower of the Americas 739 Cesar Chavez. https:// www.toweroftheamericas.com

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Kidcation Kick-Off Event at River Center Mall: A day including activities, games, prize giveaways, live music, face painting, performances and special appearances. Open to the public. Free. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30.pm.

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Free Movie Screening at Mission Marquee Plaza: The community is invited to experience the magic and nostalgia of one of San Antonio’s historic gems as the Mission Marquee Plaza will be the setting for an outdoor screening of “The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part”.

Food trucks and concessionaires will be on hand and attendees are also welcome to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. Free.

7 to 10 p.m. Movie begins 15 minutes after dusk.

Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave. 210207-8612. www.facebook. com/MissionMarqueePlaza

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Hot Diggity Dog Day: It’s a dog-friendly weekend at the Botanical Garden with swimming pools and water bowls for our furry friends.

Have brunch on the patio with your pup at Rosella at the Garden before heading out for a stroll.

Share photos of you and your dog using #sabotgarden. Animal Care Services and San Antonio Humane Society will be onsite on Saturday from 10am-2pm.

Proceeds from the weekend benefit local animal charities.Fee: Admission ($12-$9) per person + $5 per leashed dog. Members pay $5 per leashed dog. 9 a.m. to 5p.m. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-5361400. http://www.sabot. org/events-listing/2018-08/ “Kids Fun Day” with Trains: The New Braunfels Train Museum is a place for fun for kids of all ages.

“Kids Fun Day” is the first and third Saturday of every month. Kids of all ages “run the train” and become a “junior engineer.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. New Braunfels Railroad Museum. 830-6272447. http://newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org/ public_html/

Hot Diggity Dog Day: It’s a dog-friendly weekend at the Botanical Garden with swimming pools and water bowls for our furry friends.

Have brunch on the patio with your pup at Rosella at the Garden before heading out for a stroll.

Share photos of you and your dog using #sabotgarden. Animal Care Services and San Antonio Humane Society will be onsite on Saturday from 10am-2pm.

Proceeds from the weekend benefit local animal charities.Fee: Admission ($12-$9) per person + $5 per leashed dog. Members pay $5 per leashed dog. 9 a.m. to 5p.m. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-5361400. http://www.sabot. org/ Black Swan Inn Markets & Fest: Fun weekends at The Victoria’s Black Swan Inn. Live Entertainment, Margarita’s , Food Trucks, and Beautiful Items from our Vendors. A variety of items for you to enjoy! Free. $3.00 parking. 11 a.m.

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Free Family Day: Andy Invasion: Enjoy free general admission at the McNay every first Sunday of the month. Major support of the McNay’s educational programs is provided by the Pat and Tom Frost Education Endowment, the Semmes Foundation, Inc, and the Valero Energy Foundation. Additional funding is provided by the Valero Benefit for Children, the Jack H. and William M. Light Charitable Foundation, the Faye L. and William L. Cowden Charitable Foundation, and the Director’s Circle.. 12 p.m.– 4 p.m. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-824-5368.

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Astronomical Association. 7 to 10:30 p.m. every Wednesday, weather permitting. Free.

Raymond Rimkus (Park Parking Lot), 6440 Evers Rd., Leon Valley.

210-710-4786.

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Wishing Lanterns on the River Walk on August 24.

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H-E-B Family Saturday: Families and kids of all ages are invited to attend Blue Star Contemporary’s Family Saturday events, Sponsored by H-E-B Tournament of Champions. This free event features various hands-on art activities for all and you can explore our exhibitions in an artistic way! Snacks provided by H-E-B and the FUN provided by Blue Star Contemporary. Featuring Active Story Time with Raul Gonzalez Join exhibiting artist Raul Gonzalez as he brings his paintings to life through active storybook reading and handson art projects. Gonzalez’ work in our current exhibition Effort Economy focuses on the labor and efforts of the artists’ every day through drawings of him and his daughters. Be creative with exhibiting artist Raul Gonzales, get Fiesta ready with our makeyour-own-fiesta-medal workshop, learn about shadow play by creating shadow puppets, and more. For more information call 210.227.6960. Free and open to the public. 1 to 4 p.m. Blue Star Contemporary, 116 Blue Star.

Story Time in the Book Garden: Join us each Tuesday morning at Schultze House for Story Time and a fun activity with partner Scio STEAM to accompany it! We’ll also have the Book Garden, our mobile library, so you can take a free

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book, or donate any that you’re done with. It’s a free take-a-book, leave-a-book library for your family! Perfect for kids under age 4.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Hemisfair Park 434 S. Alamo St. 210-709-4750 Bat Loco Bash: Enjoy an educational talk about the bat colony that resides under I-35 at the Camden St bridge as wildlife experts provide bat education and explain the important role bats have in our ecosystem. Special party to celebrate the end of this year’s educational series will include booths, live music, and children activities.

Free. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Parking for the bat talks is available at Pearl near La Gloria. Museum Reach, intersection of Camden St. and Newell St. 210-302-3259. www. sara-tx.org.

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ArtFULL Wednesday: One-on-One: Andy Warhol, Self-Portrait, Lauren Thompson, Semmes Foundation Intern in Museum Studies. Adults $20; Students, Seniors, and Military $15; free for members, and teens and children under 19. Free with Museum admission or membership. 12 p.m.– 1 p.m.

McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-824-5368.

Astronomy in the Park: Join astronomers and other stargazers to observe the sky through large telescopes in an informational program with the San Antonio

Summer Nights at the Botanical Garden: Live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, fun activities and more. This Summer Nights series invites the San Antonio community and beyond to experience the Botanical Garden’s 38 acres of nature space with live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, plant activities, and more.

Visitors are welcomed to bring a picnic (food, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages), lawn chairs, and blankets. Cost: Regular admission rates apply. Live Music by Rudi Harst (5 – 8 p.m.) Mi Taquito SA Food Truck (5 – 8 p.m.) (available for purchase) Culinary Dropin Demonstration (5 – 8 p.m.)

San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-296-7718. http://www.sabot.org/ Second Thursday at the McNayBidi Bidi Banda: A night of music, art, food, and drinks! Experience art and enjoy FREE general admission to the Museum during this family and pet-friendly (outside only) event that is open to ALL. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs to lounge on the grounds while listening to Selena cover band Bidi Bidi Banda on the front lawn. San Antonio Pets Alive mobile adoption van will be present, Community Beer Company for sale, food trucks, and an art activity for the children. Please check website for tours times of the main collection galleries.

Free. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-824-5368.

Free Movie Screening - Batman: Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. Free. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 210-9788100. https://www.samuseum.org/

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Film on the Green: Wonder Woman: Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown.

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. Free. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 210-978-8100. https:// www.samuseum.org/Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106.

210-826-2611. https://www.thetwig. com/friday-storytime

10 Saturday

Black Swan Inn Markets & Fest: Fun weekends at The Victoria’s Black Swan Inn. Live Entertainment, Margarita’s , Food Trucks, and Beautiful Items from our Vendors. A variety of items for you to enjoy! Free. $3.00 parking. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 1006 Holbrook Rd. 210-323-8424.

Second Saturday Artwalk: This family friendly monthly artwalk event occurs every Second Saturday of every month in the Lone Star and Collins Garden neighborhoods in Southtown The Arts District. Full of music, art and food trucks, this is an opportunity for you to engage with locals and purchase art from your hard working local artists.

Family and kid friendly. See you soon!

6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Southtown The Arts District 1906 S. Flores. (210) 227-5718.

Free Concert Fridays - Party on the Plaza!: Free Concert Fridays every week. Listen to the best local sounds of San Antonio. Bring the whole family to enjoy music ranging from Tejano to country hits, blues, pop and more!​ Free. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Tower of the Americas 739 Cesar Chavez. https:// www.toweroftheamericas.com

Inclusion Programming : Come down every second Saturday for fun, inclusive activities for adults and children of all ages and abilities! Enjoy Hemisfair amenities, equipment and vendors dedicated to making your visit an immersive experience. Programming

is free and made possible through the generosity of The Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio, The Greehey Family Foundation and individual donors through the Hemisfair Conservancy. 9 to 12 a.m. Hemisfair Park 434 S. Alamo St. 210-709-4750

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Story Time in the Book Garden: Join us each Tuesday morning at Schultze House for Story Time and a fun activity with partner Scio STEAM to accompany it! We’ll also have the Book Garden, our mobile library, so you can take a free book, or donate any that you’re done with. It’s a free take-a-book, leave-a-book library for your family!

Perfect for kids under age 4. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Hemisfair Park 434 S. Alamo St. 210-709-4750

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Astronomy in the Park: Join astronomers and other stargazers to observe the sky through large telescopes in an informational program with the San Antonio Astronomical Association.

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Summer Nights at the Botanical Garden: Live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, fun activities and more. This Summer Nights series invites the San Antonio community and beyond to experience the Botanical Garden’s 38 acres of nature space with live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, plant activities, and more. Visitors are welcomed to bring a picnic (food, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages), lawn chairs, and blankets.

Cost: Regular admission rates apply. Live Music by Eastside Birds (5 – 8 p.m.)

The Jerk Shack Food Truck (5 – 8 p.m.) (available for purchase) Culinary Drop-in Demonstration (5 – 8 p.m.)

San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place.

210-296-7718. http://www. sabot.org/ Free Outdoor Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza - Grease: The community is invited to experience the magic and nostalgia of one of San Antonio’s historic gems as the Mission Marquee Plaza will be the setting for an outdoor screening of “Grease”.

Food trucks and concessionaires will be on hand and attendees are also welcome to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. Free.

7 to 10 p.m. Movie begins 15 minutes after dusk.

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Free Concert Fridays - Party on the Plaza!: Free Concert Fridays every week. Listen to the best local sounds of San Antonio. Bring the

whole family to enjoy music ranging from Tejano to country hits, blues, pop and more!​Free. 7 p.m.

– 10 p.m. Tower of the Americas 739 Cesar Chavez. https://www.toweroftheamericas.com Toddler Art Play – Me Gusta (I Like It): Mini Museum visit meets creative playtime for children under 5. Wear paint clothes for a fun, messy time at the McNay. All programs are outdoors unless it rains!

Free with Museum admission or Membership 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-8245368. https://www.mcnayart.org/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210-826-2611. https://www.thetwig.com/ friday-storytime

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Black Swan Inn Markets & Fest: Fun weekends at The Victoria’s Black Swan Inn. Live Entertainment, Margarita’s , Food Trucks, and Beautiful Items from our Vendors. A variety of items for you to enjoy!

Free. $3.00 parking. 10 a.m.

– 5 p.m. 1006 Holbrook Rd. 210-323-8424.

Free Outdoor Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza - Captain Marvel: The community is invited to experience the magic and nostalgia of one of San Antonio’s historic gems as the Mission Marquee Plaza will be the setting for an outdoor screening of “Captain Marvel”. Food trucks and concessionaires will be on hand and attendees are also welcome to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. Free.

7 to 10 p.m. Movie begins 15 minutes after dusk.

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3100 Roosevelt Ave. 210207-8612. www.facebook. com/MissionMarqueePlaza Family Saturday: Join BSC for a fun afternoon of interactive projects at our free Family Saturday.

Artists of all ages are invited to explore BSC’s current exhibition Fünf with creative hands-on activities. Free and open to the public. 1 to 4 p.m. Blue Star Contemporary,116 Blue Star. https://bluestarcontemporary.org/ “Kids Fun Day” with Trains: The New Braunfels Train Museum is a place for fun for kids of all ages. “Kids Fun Day” is the first and third Saturday of every month. Kids of all ages “run the train” and become a “junior engineer.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. New Braunfels Railroad Museum.

830-627-2447. http://newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum. org/public_html/

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Black Swan Inn Markets & Fest: Fun weekends at The Victoria’s Black Swan Inn. Live Entertainment, Margarita’s , Food Trucks, and Beautiful Items from our Vendors. A variety of items for you to enjoy!

Free. $3.00 parking. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 1006 Holbrook Rd. 210-323-8424.

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Story Time in the Book Garden: Join us each Tuesday morning at Schultze House for Story Time and a fun activity with partner Scio STEAM to accompany it! We’ll also have the Book Garden, our mobile library, so you can take a free book, or donate any that you’re done with. It’s a free takea-book, leave-a-book library for your family! Perfect for kids under age 4. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Hemisfair Park 434 S. Alamo St. 210-709-4750

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Astronomy in the Park:

Join astronomers and other stargazers to observe the sky through large telescopes in an informational program with the San Antonio Astronomical Association. 7 to 10:30 p.m. every Wednesday, weather permitting. Free. Raymond Rimkus (Park Parking Lot), 6440 Evers Rd., Leon Valley.

210-710-4786.

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Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210-826-2611. https://www.thetwig.com/ friday-storytime Free Concert Fridays - Party on the Plaza!: Free Concert Fridays every week. Listen to the best local sounds of San Antonio. Bring the whole family to enjoy music ranging from Tejano to country hits, blues, pop and more!​Free. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Tower of the Americas 739 Cesar Chavez. https://www. toweroftheamericas.com Family Flicks: Lu Over The Wall: Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics.

During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum. Free.

San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. Free. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 210-978-8100. https://www.samuseum.org/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210-826-2611. https://www.thetwig.com/ friday-storytime

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Free Screening of Lu Over The Wall at the San Antonio Museum of Art on August 23.

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Wishing Lanterns: An ethereal experience of casting lanterns into the river in honor of loved ones, hopes, dreams, and wishes. Admission is free.

Lanterns are $5 each (sold at the event or pre-ordered online). Decoration stations will be available to decorate and personalize your lanterns at the event.

Entertainment includes festival dancing to thematic music and food trucks.

5 to 10.pm. San Antonio River Walk Association, TheSanAntonioRiverWalk. com

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Astronomy in the Park: Join astronomers and other stargazers to observe the sky through large telescopes in an informational program with the San Antonio Astronomical Association. 7 to 10:30 p.m. every Wednesday, weather permitting. Free. Raymond Rimkus (Park Parking Lot), 6440 Evers Rd., Leon Valley.

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Film on the Green: Superman II: Outdoor

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films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum. Free. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. Free.

8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 210-9788100. https://www.samuseum.org/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210-826-2611. https://www.thetwig.com/ friday-storytime Free Concert Fridays - Party on the Plaza!: Free Concert Fridays every week. Listen to the best local sounds of San Antonio. Bring the whole family to enjoy music ranging from Tejano to country hits, blues, pop and more!​Free. 7 p.m.

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Kidcation Kick off Event AUGUST. 3, 2019 • 10:30AM - 1:30PM

Activities, Games, Prize Giveaways, Face Painting, Performances, DJ Music, Special Appearances by “Wreck It” Ralph and B Light Year.

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Our Kids Magazine | August 2019

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