ImprovingyourQualityofLifesince1995February
photo by Carolyn Nored Miller
What’s Inside . .
Wishing you a Happy Valentines!!
Braxton (5) Fort Concho
Sage (3) Trinity Lutheran
Sophia (2) Trinity Lutheran
Their parents are Bryan and Sarah Santellano. Their grandparents are Pedro & Janelle Santellano, Sam & Angelina Tambunga
Braxton loves to play football; he’s a big Longhorn fan. He will also start tball this spring. Sage loves gymnastics and to draw and sing!
“Let it Go” is her favorite song. Sophia loves to play with her brother and sister, loves playing dress up and taking care of her baby dolls.
Thank you to our dedicated readers!! We will be celebrating our 30th year in May and we are so unbelievably grateful for your continued support either through advertising or readership.
cover photo by Carolyn Miller
ASNHC Annual Open House
Angelo State University’s Department of Biology will once again host its annual Open House for the Angelo State Natural History Collections (ASNHC) on Tuesday, Feb.18, 2025 in Cavness Science Building, 2460 Dena Drive. This will be the first Open House event since February 2020, when the ASNHC celebrated its 20,000th mammal specimen.
Concurrent with this event, the ASNHC will also host its first silent auction featuring Terry C. Maxwell’s coveted original illustrations to help fund the efforts of the collections. Attendees will be able to view these pieces in person as well as online during the event.
The Open House is free to the public and will begin at 5 p.m. Doors to the collections will be open for exploration followed by a 6 p.m. presentation by Dr. Michael Dixon, titled “The Curious Complexity of Frogs: Things Your Elementary Science Teacher Forgot to Tell You.” Activities will conclude with catering, kid-friendly activities, and interactive booths featuring our curators until 7 p.m.
An ASU faculty member since 2003, Dixon is also curator of the ASNHC’s Herpetology Collection. In that role, he oversees over 15,000 specimens of amphibians and reptiles. Known for his innovative teaching techniques, he was awarded the ASU President’s Award for Faculty Excellence in Teaching in 2012. He has also led several groups of students on Biology study abroad trips to Central America and Europe. He holds a Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Texas.
The ASNHC contains more than 100,000 specimens of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and plants from the Concho Valley, other regions of Texas, many other states, Mexico, Africa, Asia, Australia and even the Galápagos Islands. The collections aid student and faculty research projects, are used as teaching tools, and are viewed by hundreds of K-12 students every year through various educational outreach efforts.
For more information, contact Rose Wilhoyt, ASNHC manager, at 325-486-6640 or rose.wilhoyt@angelo.edu
School of the Soldier
Since 1982 Fort Concho has run an onsite living history program with men and women wearing period uniforms and clothing while portraying the life and times of the frontier army as it was assigned to the post between 1867 and 1889. For over forty years these volunteers have worked at the site’s many special events like Frontier Day and Christmas at Old Fort Concho; they have marched in parades; and they have travelled to many other events at historic forts across the state. Living history volunteers also assist with group and school tours.
If you and your family have the chance, come by February 8, 9am to 5pm, to see senior volunteers and staff operate “School of the Soldier” for new and existing volunteers who wish to experience the military life after the Civil War at posts like Fort Concho. Participation will include marching and drills with the weapon of the era, a model 1873 Springfield rifle. Tasty but simple meals of the era will be provided plus sleeping facilities in the historic Barracks 5.
For those who would like to visit, we will have staff on site interpreting and a full wagon crew cooking meals for the soldiers between barracks 5 and 6. For more information and to register, contact Sarah Thieme at Fort Concho at (325) 650-3161.
Buffalo Soldier Heritage Day
As a part of the community’s African American Heritage Month, Fort Concho will host the annual Buffalo Soldier Heritage Day at the site’s Commissary building, East Avenue C and Burgess Street, on Sunday, February 23, from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. The program is free to all and light refreshments will be available.
Buffalo Soldiers were the black troops of the western frontier, so-called by their Native American foes due to the troopers’ dark and matted hair that bore a resemblance to the Indians’ sacred buffalo. In 1866, Congress authorized the creation of army units of both infantry and cavalry to be filled by African American men, the first time blacks had served in the regular, peacetime military. Over Fort Concho’s 1867-1889 active era, Buffalo Soldiers comprised 50% of all troops staffing the post. The famed 10th Cavalry Regiment was headquartered at Fort Concho between 1875 and 1882, and among its officers was Lt. Henry O. Flipper, one of the few blacks to hold an officer’s role in the U. S. Army after the Civil War.
This annual event will cover several aspects of the Buffalo Soldiers and African American heritage with a visit to the newly created NAACP Buffalo Soldier Memorial across the street from the fort. For more information, please call Fort Concho at 481-2646.
Heartfelt Thanks! Heartfelt Thanks!
How to say “Be My Valentine” to people you wouldn’t dream of kissing...
The note you meant to write, the thank you call you forgot to make, the birthday present you might have sent if you had known the date, the Christmas present that somehow fell off your list...You would have, could have, should have---but the moment got away and regret lingers on.
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovers. It’s for friends, neighbors, and those wonderful people that sometimes save the day. This February 14th shoot some unexpected arrows and watch the glow warm the winter. To jump start your heart here are a few suggestions:
...for the teacher who agreed to give you a seven a.m. slot on conference day - and even provided a cup of hot coffee.
...for the piano tuner who retrieved each potato chip, pencil stub and barrette wedged behind the keyboard.
...for the child care staff who never make you feel guilty when you pick up your daughter 10 minutes late.
...for the school nurse who can call to report a scraped knee without giving you a heart attack.
...for the colleague who agreed to take the 10-day business trip because she didn’t have three kids, a puppy, a guppy and a husband.
...for the boss who let you leave two hours early so you wouldn’t miss your kindergartner’s Christmas concert.
...for the computer technician who rescued the quarterly report your little girl nearly committed to oblivion.
...for your sister who unearthed your son’s left behind report on Lewis and Clark and got it to school before history class began.
...for the neighbor who delivered your middle-schooler to karate class.
...for the babysitter who helped your daughter bake the best-ever brownies - and cleaned the splatters off the ceiling.
...for the pediatrician’s spouse whose sleep you interrupted all too often.
...for the soccer coach who reminded your son (gently) that he was running the wrong direction.
...for the neighbor that picks up your newspaper, feeds the cats, and gets the mail while you are on vacation.
...for the person that left soup on your porch when you were sick.
...for the sweet delivery person that doesn’t ring your doorbell when they know you have a baby.
Angelo State University’s College of Science and Engineering (COSE) will host its semi-annual STEM Lab Night event on Thursday, February 20, from 5-7 p.m. in the Vincent Building at 2333 Vanderventer Ave. and the adjacent Hunter Strain Engineering Labs.
Lab Night is a free community event designed to inspire elementary and middle school students and their families to get involved in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects and activities.
Participants will meet and interact with COSE students, faculty and staff as they engage in fun activities and experiments. Originated in 2018, STEM Lab Night is offered once during each fall and spring semester. It has also expanded to include all the OCSE academic departments, other departments across campus, and community partners.
For more information, contact Janice Trees, HSI-STEM outreach coordinator, at 325-486-6800 or stem-outreach@angelo.edu.
San Angelo Symphony Guild 41st Annual Gala
Join us for an unforgettable evening of socializing, music, dancing and fun at the 41st Annual Symphony Guild Gala: A Diamond Jubilee. This elegant black-tie event will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Historic Cactus Hotel, which will be transformed into a stunning, diamond-inspired setting for this opulent occasion.
The San Angelo Symphony Guild proudly hosts this Gala each year to honor the Guild’s high school freshman, the Senior Belles and Beaux. These young volunteers are formally presented and celebrated for their service and dedication to the Guild, the San Angelo Symphony and the San Angelo Community.
Event highlights include a sophisticated cocktail hour, an exquisite dining experience, live and silent auctions, and special dinner music by Terry Mikeska, followed by dancing with music by the Manny Campos Band.
All proceeds from the event benefit the San Angelo Symphony Society and music programs in Concho Valley elementary schools. Funds will also support high school musicians through scholarships and grants.
Seating is limited for this exclusive event, so don’t miss out! To reserve your spot, please contact Kristy Scott at kristyscott2@gmail.com or tickets and sponsorships may be purchased online at https://www.sanangelosymphonyguild.org.
Senior Beau and Belles in photo are from left to right: First Row: Alexandra Papachristos, Riley Entzminger, Abbie Moss
Back Row: Kambry Martinez, Lorelei Bryant, Aurora Lindsey, Trenton Autrey, Cameron Wilson, Mary Cathryn Darby and Lauren Thomason.
Photo Courtesy of Haven Collective
National Prayer Breakfast San Angelo
Scheduled for February 6, 2025
Mark your calendars and Save the Date for this very special 2025 National Prayer Breakfast San Angelo. The 30th Annual event is scheduled for Thursday, February 6, at 6:00 a.m. at the McNease Convention Center.
As a gift to the San Angelo community for their decades of support, there will be no charge to attend this year’s National Prayer Breakfast.
We are excited to have Dr. Rick Rigsby as this year’s featured guest speaker. As President and CEO of Rick Rigsby Communications, the internationally acclaimed speaker presents to the top companies worldwide.
Dr. Rick is also a favorite among professional and collegiate sports organizations. Rigsby--a former award-winning professor--spent over two decades teaching at various colleges, most of those years serving at Texas A&M University. In addition to academic duties, Dr. Rigsby was hired by legendary football icon R. C. Slocum as chaplain and Life Skills coach for the Aggies football team.
A former award-winning journalist, Dr. Rigsby is a regular contributor on numerous national television and radio programs. Inspired by a genuine conviction to help people realize their full potential, Rick Rigsby brings a combined four decades of experience and expertise to the set of How Ya Livin'? This transformative podcast encourages, inspires and challenges people at every level to dream bigger, stretch beyond comfort zones and achieve the impossible! As Rick says, Most people I meet are asking themselves the same unrelenting question, 'I wonder how great I can actually be?' What a privilege to help people make such profound discoveries!
There is no charge this year for tickets for the National Prayer Breakfast San Angelo. Breakfast begins at 6:00 a.m. The program begins at 6:30 a.m. with the presentation of colors, national anthem, and pledge of allegiance, followed by welcome and special music. The Prayer Breakfast concludes at 7:30 a.m.
Invite your friends, family, and co-workers to the National Prayer Breakfast San Angelo, an inspiring and uplifting community gathering. For more information, call 325-234-0375.
Tom Green County Library ActivitiesFeb.
Alcohol & Drug Awareness Center for the Concho Valley Hosts Have a Heart for ADACCV Annual Fundraiser to Benefit ADACCV’s
The Alcohol & Drug Awareness Center for the Concho Valley (ADACCV) is excited to host its Annual Have a Heart for ADACCV E-Auction. The event takes place on Thursday, February 13th from 9 AM until Friday, February 14th at 3 PM. Because this is an online auction, bidding will be continuous during this time! Sweet treats and gifts baskets, donated by local businesses and friends of ADACCV, will be auctioned off to the highest bidder. There is something for everyone! The e-auction will take place on ADACCV’s website at www.adaccv.org. The items won can be picked up by the winning bidder on February 14th from 3:30 PM-5PMjust in time for Valentine’s Day evening!
ADACCV is currently accepting donations for the auction, such as store purchased/sealed confectioneries, restaurant gift certificates, hotel stays, spa gift sets, golf rounds, tickets to community events, or any other fun and creative gifts. Items can be dropped off at ADACCV’s Cotton Lindsey Center or arrangements can be made for items to be picked up. All items need to be at the ADACCV Cotton Lindsey Center, 3553 Houston Harte, San Angelo, by 5 PM on Monday, February 3rd so that they can be catalogued and photographed. Please contact the organization regarding perishable items to be donated.
ADACCV is a private 501(c)3 non-profit agency, serving the Concho Valley for over 60 years. Proceeds from Have a Heart for ADACCV will benefit ADACCV’s lifesaving programs.
For more information, visit www.adaccv.org or www.facebook.com/adaccv. To get involved, please contact Jennifer Bateman at 325-224-3481 or jenniferf@adaccv.org
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts presents Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison
The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts’ upcoming exhibition, Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison, invites viewers into the diverse stories of children in many different countries and circumstances.
Please join SAMFA for a free public opening of Where Children Sleep on Friday, February 14, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. Refreshments will be provided. Other art events will be happening the same evening at the Concho Clay Studio and surrounding venues.
The project, in all its diversity, is frankly observant and often surprising. Mollison’s subjects convey the simple truth that all children, whether from a first—or third— world economy, need to be nurtured and protected. His call to action is that we might walk away changed, viewing every child we meet as an individual in need of love and care. As the very concept of sleep and personal space conveys, Where Children Sleep is, above all else, a portrait of vulnerability.
It is the month in which we bear witness to the progress, richness and diversity of African American achievement.
During the 1920's an African American named Carter G. Woodson created and promoted Negro History Week. This period in February was chosen because it included the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.
In 1976 the month-long celebration was implemented, and is a time for Americans to reflect on both the history and teachings of African Americans whose culture has richly contributed to our country. Take time to reach out and be a part of each other’s lives...to learn from each other...to laugh together...to come together. This is what makes our country great!
Let us celebrate together such rich history!
Your Child and Diversity
A lack of understanding about each other's differences can lead to intolerance, suspicion, and ultimately violence. How can you teach your kids to embrace diversity? Get advice from experts, then take your family on a culture cruise with these ideas and activities.
1. Kids can't relate to others until they understand themselves. Do your kids know their roots? Help them learn more -- build your very own family tree. After dinner, choose someone (a parent or older child) to conduct a research lesson about your family tree. The "teacher" then queries everyone at the table about his or her knowledge of the family and its history. Begin with the people at the table, listing their birth dates and places; then literally branch out from there, listing cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents- maybe even some great-great-grandparents. With some knowledge of when and where they lived, you can perhaps come up with some ideas about what their lives were like. You might also want to draw the tree on a piece of posterboard, leaving places for photographs and a brief story about each person- what a delightful surprise it will be for visiting relatives!
2. Show your kids how to stomp out stereotypes. Talk with your children about stereotypes that emerge in conversation, on television, or in the news. And think about the stereotypes you have about people whose race and/or ethnicity differs from yours. Exploring our own biases will help our children grow up less biased, as does talking openly and positively about race, religion and cultural similarities and differences. Encourage your children to explore friendships across racial and ethnic lines at school or in outside activities. Their lives will also be enriched by your multi-racial, multi-ethnic friendships. If you live in an isolated or segregated neighborhood, filling your home with multicultural art and literature, taking trips to other neighborhoods or cities, and using museums and libraries will provide children with essential multicultural experiences.
3. Talk to other parents about the best ways to see beyond cultural stereotypes.
4. Your kids can use the Web to learn about other cultures around the world! This website is just one way to help your child discover the world while making a new friend: Reach the World www.reachtheworld.org.
We set examples for our kids - remember they learn so much from our words and our actions. Teach them to be kinder to each other than previous generations. They are our future!!
Cultural Pizza
Here's how to make your personal culture pizza. These 10 categories are just guides for filling in the 10 slices of the pizza. Feel free to include your own ideas for categories. And ask a friend, parent, or grandparent to make a culture pizza too. Then you can compare cultures.
Each category can be a combination of pictures and words. (For example, if you play soccer you can cut out a picture of a soccer ball from a magazine and paste it into one of slices.)
Each slice should correspond to one category and you should clearly label each category. Write neatly with a fine tip marker.
Firmly attach all magazine cutouts. (If you like baseball for instance, you might want to cut a photo of your favorite baseball player out of a magazine and paste it into your pizza).
Share and compare your creation with other family members and friends. How are your cultures alike? How are they different? You may be surprised when your culture pizzas are as different as pepperoni and mushrooms! And what a wonderful, creative way to share your culture!
1. Family Members Slice
Your name, mom and dad's name, siblings’ names, and other family members’ names.
2. Family Traditions Slice
What language(s) do you speak? What is your religion? What holidays do you observe? Don't be shy! Tell us about your customs and traditions.
3. Clothing Slice
So what kind of clothes do you wear? What are your favorite sneakers? You get the idea!
4. Food Slice
Are you a burger addict or a veggie fan? Tell us what your favorite foods are. It's one more slice of the culture pizza.
5. Job Slice
What kind of job do you have now? What kind of job would you like to have in the future?
6. Sports and Fun Slice
What kind of sports do you like to watch? What do you like to do with your friends? Which sports do you play? Which clubs have you joined?
7. Education Slice
What are your favorite subjects in school? What are your education goals?
8. Technology Slice
What is your favorite type of technology? A cell phone? Television? Computer?
9. Arts and Entertainment Slice
What's your favorite type of architecture, music, art, and dance? What's your favorite movie, TV show, and book this year?
10. Politics Slice
Which country do you think has the best government? What kind of political party would you join, if any?
MEETINGS AROUND SAN ANGELO
Email meeting information to family@wcc.net. Please include contact information. SAFM reserves the right to determine if the meeting will be included. PLEASE verify any meeting dates and times as changes could be made after our print date. Meetings help us connect!! Or maybe you want to learn more about something that is effecting you. Or you want to become more involved. Or you want to learn a new hobby. San Angelo and the Concho Valley have so much to offer and this list is a start! Please help keep this listing updated by emailing us at family@wcc.net
Adult Diabetes Support Group -2nd Thurs. 6:30pm. Trinity Lutheran Fellowship hall. Leslie Hines lesliehines@shannonhealth.org 323-657-8249
Aglow International, San Angelo Lighthouse - every 1st Thurs, 6:30pm, Ministerial Alliance, 1100 Martin Luther King Dr., pot luck supper, all are welcome. FMI 325-653-9975 Alcoholics Anonymous, 3711 Chadbourne, San Angelo, TX 76901. A phone number for all AA groups in San Angelo is (325) 939-8939. New website-Meetings listing: SanAngeloAA.org Al-Anon - 1917 W. Avenue N, help for those whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. FMI 800-259-1972 or info@sanangelo-al-anon.org or www.sanangelo-al-anon.org Alzheimer’s Assoc. Support Groups - 438 E. Houston Harte Expy or for full list & FMI 1-800-272-3900
American Legion Post 32 - 2nd Mon, 7p, 165 E 43rd Street. FMI Post Adjutant 325-653-1958..
American Legion Post 572 - 3rd Saturday, 9 am breakfast, 10 am meeting, Elks Lodge, 2121 S. Chadbourne, FMI 325-655-7648 (Carl Frentz) or amlegpost572@gmail.com
Breastfeeding Community Gathering, Every Thurs.(excluding holiday), 11:00am, FREE, Shannon Women’s & Children’s Hospital Family Room, FMI: Amanda John 325-481-6326 Brush N Brag Decorative Painters 3rd Sat., 9am, St. Marks Presbyterian Church, 2506 Johnson St (Fellowship Hall): FMI call Sherrill Dooley 325 340-0762 sherrill222@yahoo.com
Civil Air Patrol – every Thur, 5575 Stewart Lane, 6:20p-8:30pm, age 12 & up with interest in aerospace education, cadet programs and emergency services. sanangelocap.org
Compassionate Friends Support Group - Thursdays, 6:30 pm, Harmony room at First United Methodist Church (corner of Twohig and Chadbourne). Park on the second floor of parking garage of Cactus Hotel. Come through double glass doors. Contact Peggy Mathias Peggym@wtcg.us
Concho Valley Archeological Society, Non Profit Organization, Meetings 4th Thursday each month except July & December, 7:00 pm, Classroom at the Fort Concho Living History Stables, 236 Henry O. Flipper St. San Angelo, FMI Larry Riemenschneider 325-653-8216
Concho Valley CARES Coalition - 1st Wed., 12:00-1:00pm, SAISD Admin Building, 1621 University Ave, FMI Jennifer Flores, (325)224-3481 or Sarah Adame, (325)224-3481 Concho Valley Homeless Planning Coalition, every 2nd Wednesday from 10-11 a the Stephens Central Library. FMI 325-653-2411
Concho Valley Quilters Guild - Wed., 28 N Chadbourne, parking in the back, 9:30-2:30 pm. We hand-quilt for the public & members. Visitors/New members welcome! FMI 325-227-8713. Concho Valley Ostomy Support Group - 1st Friday of every month, 3:00p.m., Baptist Retirement Community, 903 North Main Street, Room 119. FMI Joan Countess at 325-647-0658. Concho Valley Photography Club- 2nd Saturday ea. month, 9:30 am, online Zoom meetings, open to all levels of photographers.
Concho Valley Republican Women 4th Thursday luncheon (January-October), 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Open to the public. For FMI and RSVP go to www.CVRW.org
Concho Valley Retired Teachers and Associates (CVRTA) Second Tuesday of the month (Sep-May), 9:30 am, at First Christian Church, 29 S Chadbourne, San Angelo. Concho Valley Telephone Pioneer Club - 3rd Friday, Baptist Memorial at Main Street Cafe, noon, lunch 11:30. Different speaker each month. FMI Rhonda Nichols @ (325) 656-5301
Concho Valley Turning Point: (Faith-Based 12 Step) Tues 7pm, (Anger Mgmt.) Thurs 7pm, (Bible Study) Mon & Fri 7pm, (Transitional Housing for Men), meet @528 E. Highland Blvd. FMI: 325-658-1389, cvtpmail@gmail.com, www.cvtp.org. Hope, Believe & Achieve Here!
Concho Valley Women Veterans Association, 12th/each month, 5:30-7:00 pm, 119 North Chadbourne, Vietnam Veterans of America building. FMI commander@cvwomenveterans.com Disability Connections Center - monthly peer support groups, computer classes, cooking classes and arts & crafts classes, FMI call 325-227-6624 or 325-227-6625, dcciltx.org/ Disabled American Veterans' Auxiliary - 1st Thurs, 5:30 p.m., 1909 Pulliam, FMI: Maria Torres, 653-9059 Down Syndrome Support Group - 2nd Thur, even numbered months, 6:00pm, Region 15, Open to individuals with Down Syndrome/families/friends. Child Care and light meal provided. FMI Karyn at 227-3716 or Kathy at 325-651-9593
Embroidery Guild of America 3rd Tues 7PM, St.Paul Presbyterian Church, 11 Park St., FMI Leslie Wisdom rhoridgetx@yahoo.com Fleet Reserve Assn (FRA) Branch 295 - 3rd Sat, 11a, Elks Lodge, 2121 S. Chadbourne, FMI 325-942-8036 (Terry Cook, Branch Secretary) Greater San Angelo Crafts Guild 2nd Saturday in July, the 3rd Saturday in September, and the 1st Saturday in December, Stephens Library, FMI 726-999-0359, gsacraftsguild@gmail.com Group Connections - free family gatherings and educational activities for parents and children. Monthly. FMI call (325)653-HOPE or visit https://cacgreaterwtx.org/ Hanging By A Thread Quilt Club - 2nd Mon, 6:30p, Suez Shriner's building (2915 W. Loop 306, San Angelo) FMI call Ellen @ 903-816-2971 or Sheryl @ 325-262-1492
Le Coterie Society Club of San Angelo - 2nd Saturday each month, St Mark Presbyterian Church, 11am-12pm, FMI: Helen 325-262-8563 or Ronetta 325-653-7574
Myasthenia Gravis Support Group, Sat. Feb. 29, 10 - 11 am, Downtown Branch of Tom Green County Library, 2nd floor, FMI sanangelomg@gmail.com or call 806-252-2158 NAACP - 1st Sat, 2-3:30p, Ministerial Alliance Campus, 1100 MLK Blvd., FMI sanangelonaacp.org
Overeaters Anonymous (HOW) - call hotline for locations and times. 325-482-8899
Parents Helping Parents - 3rd Tues. WTRC Admin. bldg, 12-1:00pm. Light meal provided, RSVP. FMI Barby Nobles, 223-6473.Open to all children, families, friends with special needs. Parkinson’s Support Group, 4th Monday, 5:30, Glen Meadows Baptist Church Rm 104, 6002 Knickerbocker RD., FMI 325 949-0970 Rotary Club of San Angelo, every Friday except for holidays, noon to 1pm, River Terrace, 880 W Avenue D. New guests are free, members pay dues and lunch. FMI call (325) 656-2612 or email sarotary@aol.com.
San Angelo Amateur Radio Club (SAARC) - 2nd Thurs,, 7:00pm, the clubhouse, 5513 Stewart Lane, Mathis Field Airport. Open to any Amateur Radio operators FMI www.w5qx.org San Angelo Art Club-1st Mon, 7p, Kendall Gallery, 119 W 1st St, sanangeloartclub@gmail.com, facebook.com/sanangelo.artclub, or sanangeloartclub.org San Angelo Astronomy Assoc - Meetings are quarterly - contact for dates, 7p, ASU Planetarium. FMI 325-226-9172 or angeloastronomy.com/ San Angelo Chess Club Mondays, except holidays, 6–8 p.m., downtown library, 33 W. Beauregard. Club meets in library lobby. Equipment provided. Casual and USCF-rated games. 325853-2324. sanangelochess@gmail.com Free.
San Angelo Dream Center, Mons., 6-8pm, 1928 MLK Blvd. Christ Powered Recovery, 12 Step Faith based recovery group. Probation/Parole approved. FMI Jeff Matheny 325-234-9958. San Angelo Genealogical & Historical Society (SAGHS) 1st Tue, Sept -May, 7p, Trinity Lutheran, Fellowship Hall, 3536 Lutheran Way. Free & open to the public. Refreshments provided. FMI (325) 268-0973, info@saghs-tx.org, or facebook.com/pg/SAGHS/events
San Angelo Republican Women - 1st Mon, San Angelo VFW, 125 S. Browning, 6:00 p.m. Free/open to the public. "Boots on the Ground!" FMI: sanangelorepublicanwomen@gmail.com San Angelo TEA Party 2nd Tues., 507 N. Chadbourne St. annex building next to Transit/Bus Station, 6 to 7:30 p.m. contact 325-227-8982
San Angelo Toastmasters Thursdays, Zoom Meetings at 5:30-6:30, FMI Hilda Guffey, 325-450-7044, hilguff@yahoo.com San Angelo Writers' Club 2nd Tues, 6:30pm, TGC Stephens downtown library lobby, FMI Sanangelowritersclub@gmail.com Space to Be Me (LGBTQIA Youth Support Group) - Wednesdays, 6:00pm, Open Arms Office, 113 North Harrison Street. FMI Contact Jennie Wagner @325-655-2000 or jwagner@openarmscv.ofg
SMART Recovery - free group support for people experiencing addictions. Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm at 133 W Concho Ave #110, San Angelo, TX 76903. FMI call (325)-944-2561. Survivor Warriors 2nd Thurs., 5:30 pm, Shannon Cancer Center, 2nd Floor, 131 E. Beauregard Ave., All individuals diagnosed with cancer & friend/family/caregivers welcome. FMI Nurse Navigation, at 325-747-3994.
Texas Veterans for Veterans - Tuesdays, 7:15am-9:30am, 1905 Pulliam, designed to help local needy veterans and their families. FMI 325-656-9562 TOPS TX 0136 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) - Weight Loss Group, Thurs, 7-8pm, Calvary Baptist Fellowship Center, 2401 Armstrong, San Angelo. FMI – 325-653-1045 or 325-656-8167. Veteran SMART Recovery - free support for people experiencing addictions. Weds, 6-7pm, Cactus Hotel (36 E Twohig Ave. #110, San Angelo). FMI Steven Keihl 325-944-2561. VFW POST 1815 - 10:00am, 3rd Sat., 125 S. Browning. FMI John Muckleroy, 655-6550
Vietnam Veterans of America -1st Thurs, 6:30p, 119 N. Chadbourne, FMI 949-3059
Women Veterans Society, every 3rd Thursday at 5:30 pm. 125 S. Browning St. For more information, email us at WomenVeteransSociety@gmail.com Young Professionals of San Angelo, 3rd Thurs, Visitor Center's Riverview Room, 12-1pm. FMI: facebook.com/YPSanAngelo or sanangelo.org/yp/
February 1
A STAR-STUDDED JUBILEE
The Murphey Performance Hall
7:00 PM
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Featuring special guest artist, Bárbara Padilla
The San Angelo Symphony Orchestra takes the stage with vibrant classical crossover singer, Bárbara Padilla, for an evening you won’t soon forget. The Mexican-American soprano was runner-up on the fourth season of America’s Got Talent and is known to turn timeless songs into enchanting adventures that ignite the imagination. The star-studded evening will also feature the Prelude and Toreador song from Bizet’s Carmen. The opera, first performed in Paris in 1875 and tells the story of the downfall of Don José, a naïve soldier in love with fiery gypsy Carmen. This dazzling night of classical music has something for everyone and is guaranteed to be a great time!
Feb, 01
The Best Jester in the West!
Brooks and Bates Theater
07:30 PM
San Angelo Performing Arts Center Presents: The Best Jester in The West! Join for a night of Hilarious Comedy as the best comedians in West Texas duel it out to be crowned the best!
February 09
West Texas Bridal Showcase
McNease Convention Center: 501 Rio Concho Dr 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our upcoming Showcase has been moved to February 9, 2025. We are still filling up and have limited booth space available. Contact us at 325-792-7100 or register online at www.westtexasbridalshow.com
February 15
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Murphey Performance Hall: 72 Gillis St 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The most popular and sought after big band in the world today for both concert and swing dance engagements. With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring worldwide ever since. “A band ought to have a sound all of its own. It ought to have a personality.” – Glenn Miller
February 20
These are just a few of the many monthly activities. Please check dates and times before attending any listing. Send your events to family@wcc.net
Business Resource Center: 69 N Chadbourne St 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Bring your lunch and join us for a brief overview of the various types of tax filings and tax payments faced by business owners. We will cover the basics of determining what tax forms and taxes apply to your business, the deadlines and expectations of the different tax filings and corresponding payments, as well as resources a business owner can seek out to ensure they keep their business in compliance.
Topics Include:
Federal taxes State and local taxes (sales tax & franchise tax) Payroll taxes And more!
Speaker: Brandy Owens, CPB, Partner – HOS Business Solutions
February 22
Celebrate Success!
Markets along the Concho
8:00 am - 10:00 pm
We are new, but growing quickly and we would LOVE for YOU to be a part of the excitement: either as a vendor selling your handcrafted wares or a shopper enjoying your community. We invite you and your family to our upcoming events. marketsalongtheconcho.com
February 26
2025 San Angelo Go Red for Women
McNease Convention Center: 501 Rio Concho Dr 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the San Angelo Go Red for Women Experience! This year, we’re transforming our traditional luncheon into an exciting evening event, filled with inspiration, empowerment, and heart health education. Together, we’ll raise awareness and funds to fight against heart disease and stroke—the leading causes of death for women. Let’s stand united for healthier hearts!
February 28, 202528
For sponsorship and ticket information please call (325) 223-6364.
March 6-8, 13-16, 2025
Sister Act – The Musical University Theatre presents “Sister Act – The Musical” Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Glenn Slater, and Book by Cheri and Bill Steinkelner
A woman hiding in a convent helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she rediscovers her own. This feelgood musical comedy smash is based on the hit film. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. This uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Contact the University Theatre, 325-942-2146, Box Office: 325-942-2000, artsasu@angelo.edu
March 3-6
Date Night 2025
4th Annual Songwriter Showcase
San Angelo Performing Arts Center:82 Gillis St 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Get ready! Date Night 2025 is happening March 3-6. This year's theme is Mardi Gras ⚜
• Daddy-daughter night: Monday, March 3 & Wednesday, March 5
• Mother-son night: Tuesday, March 4
• Family night: Thursday, March 6
Tickets are $12 for each night and can be purchased at https://bit.ly/sanangelodatenight2025.
Each night will be hosted from 6-9 p.m. in the McNease Convention Center, 501 Rio Concho Drive, by the City of San Angelo Recreation Division. Suggested age range is 5-13. All ages encouraged on family night!
Date Night includes a DJ, dancing, snacks, door prizes plus the opportunity to purchase photos and mementos. Note there will NOT be a catered dinner this year. Tickets cost $12 for each night. They can be purchased through the Recreation Division’s online ticket website.
All month...10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Weekly (to March 23)
“Views of the Concho Country” - A Pictorial Journey with M.C. Ragsdale
Business Brown Bag: Tax Basics
Join us for our 4th Annual Songwriter Showcase presented by Thieman Investments! Doors open at 6 where you will be greeted with heavy hors d’oeurves and beer and wine. Enjoy an intimate evening with Rhett Akins and The Warren Brothers as they sing their number one hits and tell the stories behind the music!
From the 1870s through the late 1910s, M.C. Ragsdale captured life in and around San Angelo through the lens of his camera. Immerse yourself in images of a bygone era when the WTC opens its fall exhibit in the ASU Mayer Museum. 2501 W. Avenue N angelo.edu/community/mayer-museum
The sweetest Valentines
Smiley!!!!!!
Kenzy ready for filming!!
Esrae all dressed up! Such a beauty!!! Ready to ride and help Santa! Samuel and Grace - siblings forever!
Christmas Depot!
