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Daxtyn Brown is taking full advantage of summer fun!!!! He is six years old and attends Wall Elementary. He had lots of fun getting to swim for a photo shoot!! He’s like a little fish and also did cannonballs for me so we could get some action shots for his bio!!
His parents are Chadd and Shelby Brown. He has an older brother, Brody Brown.
His proud grandparents are Marlin & Karyn Brown and Dennis & Tracy Millner.
His favorite things are playing baseball, swimming, and playing Fortnite with friends. His favorite foods are any sour candy, ice cream, pizza rolls and taquitos (which he pronounces kiyitos).
Read more about Daxtyn and his glasses story on page 7.
Send in your SNAPSHOTS!!! July is a great month to get fun pics of your kids doing summer things. See page 16 FMI on sending in your photos. Deadline is July 15 for the August issue. Now get outside, play and have fun taking photos. Be sure to include everything needed on the SNAPSHOTS page.
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Daxton’s Journey of Wearing Glasses from his mom’s experience... by
Shelby Brown
Daxtyn is our cover kid this month and we wanted you to know more about his story of wearing glasses and that it can be COOL!!
He got his first pair of glasses when he was 16 months old. He was born at just 25 weeks gestation due to pregnancy complications, weighing just over 1 pound and measured 12 inches long. They felt he had a better chance of surviving on the outside and boy did he!
He thrived from day one and was such a fighter. Daxtyn stands for Warrior and we knew when we heard that, we’d chosen the perfect name for him. He had eye exams while in the NICU as a tiny baby checking for Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). It is an eye disease that can affect premature babies, or babies who weigh
less than 3 pounds at birth. It occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina, the light-sensitive nerve tissue in the back of the eye that sends messages about light to the brain. These abnormal blood vessels can leak or bleed, causing scarring of the retina. When the scars shrink, they can pull on the retina, detaching it from the back of the eye. In severe cases, this can lead to vision loss and even blindness.
Once he was discharged after a 95 day NICU stay in Fort Worth, we had to see a pediatric specialist in Abilene who decided after a couple visits that glasses would help with his visions development. His left eye had some pulling and presented as his weaker eye so his prescription in that eye is much stronger.
Daxtyn really had no issues wearing glasses from such a young age and, in fact, did quite well with them. He constantly got told how cute he was with them and it just continued to improve his self image!
We bought the soft, flexible ones with the strap on the back in the beginning when he was a baby. As he got a little older he did tend to take them off a lot more, but we just constantly would put them back on and remind him that he has to have them on! It was a struggle during the toddler years, but he grew accustomed to them. We also made sure we had multiple pairs on hand since we’d accidentally leave them somewhere or they’d find their way buried in the toy box! But for the most part we have found this adventure to be a positive experience, especially since it is helping his vision!!
Friends of the Tom Green County Library
are now holding several book sales during the year. We no longer sponsor a yearly book sale at the convention center. The multiple sales offer avid readers more opportunities during a year to purchase books, CD's, DVD's, audio books, and records at unbelievable prices. These sales are usually held every other month.
Our next sale will be
Saturday, July 13,
in the basement of the Stephens Central Library, Irving and Beauregard Streets. The sale begins at 9:00 and ends at 1:00. Occasionally there are specials during these sales that offer even better deals.
Future 2024 sales dates are:
Saturday, September 7, 2024
November 2, 2024
All sales are held in the Stephens basement from 9:00 to 1:00.
Proceeds from these sales are used to provide additional programs and supplies for all three of our libraries. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer and helping your libraries, talk to one of the volunteers at the July sale or volunteers in the Friends bookstore located in the Stephens Library.
San Angelo Symphony
The San Angelo Symphony offers a concert season packed with programming for every musical taste, world-class guest artists, and talented, professional musicians creating an experience like no other. Celebrating 75 years of live performances, we invite you to join us for an anything but ordinary season of musical experiences. The San Angelo Symphony proudly presents performances that offer a unique balance between the masterpieces from composers such as Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky with exciting performances by Bárbara Padilla and Bravo Broadway!; one-of-a-kind orchestral entertainment perfect for the whole family.
The San Angelo Symphony’s 75th Diamond Anniversary season tickets, patron memberships, and advertising opportunities are available on the organization’s website. For more information, please visit www.sanangelosymphony.org or call the Symphony’s office at (325) 658-5877.
We hope to see YOU in the Murphey Performance Hall for a night of incredible music by the San Angelo Symphony! SanAngeloSymphony.org 325-658-5877
Join the fun at Education Service Center Region 15 for our first ever regional Parent & Family Conference! Parent information sessions will be held in English and Spanish, designed to equip you with the tools and insights necessary to navigate your child’s education. Our conference brings together experts and seasoned parents to share invaluable knowledge, practical strategies, and meaningful discussions on a wide range of topics, from graduation requirements and financial aid to mental health and dyslexia. This conference aims to inspire, educate, and support you on the journey to parenting thriving students.
We are delighted to announce that over 20 community agencies will be joining us to provide invaluable support and guidance to our parents and families in Region 15. Among the many agencies attending, Rust Street Ministries will be providing their "Closet on Wheels," offering attendees access to a variety of clothing to students starting school. This mobile closet is a fantastic resource for families, and we're excited to have them as part of our event.
Additionally, we will be distributing limited school supplies to help students start the upcoming academic year on the right foot. From notebooks and pens to backpacks, these supplies are essential tools for success in the classroom. We encourage families to arrive early, as supplies will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Our parent and family conference will also be providing lunch, ensuring that attendees can enjoy a meal while participating in the parent sessions. Again, we advise arriving early, as food will be available from 12pm-1pm.
This is an incredible opportunity for parents and families to connect with local organizations, gain valuable insights, and access critical resources. Whether you're looking for educational materials, health services, or community support, our Parent Conference has something for everyone. And did we mention that childcare will be available too, while you attend a parent session of your choice!
Register to attend today or plan to arrive early to make the most of all the resources and support available. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to build a stronger, more connected community!
Saturday, July 27, 2024
ESC-15 Conference Center, 612 S Irene, San Angelo, Texas 76903
10:00am-3:00pm (You can select the times you want to come depending on the sessions you want to attend).
Register now to secure your spot and ensure access to all the fantastic resources and support our community has to offer!
For more information, please contact Alex Robles at (325) 481-4009.
Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of our families and students. See you at the parent and family conference!”
First Ever Regional
Parent & Family Conference
Childcare provided
English and Spanish
Lunch is provided
Limited school supplies, clothing, friendly parent sessions
So many resources to help you help your family!!
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Why Taking Your Child to the Theatre Makes an Impact on Their Lives.
By: Angela Shanks, MFA, MS Executive Director of San Angelo Broadway Academy Performing Arts
Most people who love theater think of it as their favorite form of entertainment. I mean, what’s not to love about escaping reality and getting pulled into the lives of the characters on the stage? But did you know that, while you are enjoying the show, you are also learning, connecting, and finding ways to relate to others? Theater, especially live theater geared towards children, can have more of an impact that just a fun afternoon out watching people act, since, dance, and playout characters.
Live theatre can allow a child’s imagination to run wild! As actors, we like to say theatre is “living truthfully in an imaginary world”. Theatre is one of the most valuable places where kids can explore endless possibilities of their imaginations and what they can do! As audience members, you can immerse yourself into worlds such as The Land of Oz or Shrek’s bog while falling in love with the songs and dances or vibrant costuming and lighting. Many times, young children will go home after seeing a live performance and create their own performance of what they saw, becoming the characters, playing dress up, and singing and dancing. This can translate into the nurturing of creativity and imagination that can be a valuable asset later in life.
Because of how hectic life is and how work life can often take a huge chunk of our time, we don’t always get to spend as much time with our kids as we would like. After raising 3 amazing boys who were always involved in theatre, it created the most precious memories and life skills for all us that we shared together. A trip to the theatre is the perfect opportunity for bonding. You can arrange a complete day around the show, including a lunch or dinner out, ice cream, and other activities, in addition to watching the show together. What better way to spend a day!
In addition, it opens up a positive dialogue between you and your children regarding everything you saw on stage such as actors, storylines, lessons learned, how it made them feel, and so much more!
And speaking of how it made them feel, children can learn to understand human emotions safely through stories, and, through stories, they begin to develop empathy, which is frequently a difficult skill for them to acquire. Children can experience emotions more effectively through theatre storytelling than through book reading. Children may be exposed to emotions they may not have ever encountered in real life, such as love, friendship, bullying, all in a joyful, safe atmosphere. This makes a great recipe for communication with your child on topics they may already be experiencing or can be reflected back on when your child does experience those emotions.
We live in a world of electronics that tend to consume us at times. Theatre allows for a break for both parents and children from those devices we are constantly holding or looking at, and allows us to enjoy real life which is so essential to our wellbring. We need to take pictures and videos with your eyes and mind rather than viewing life through a phone or i-pad. Let’s face it; we all need a break from technology once in a while to remind us of what’s true: seeing real life people on stage telling stories that remind us of how the world really is; unfiltered and unedited but in a positive environment.
So what about those little brains and how they are stimulated? When we look at the brain, research shows that students who are exposed to the arts are more likely to be involved in community service, and are less likely to drop out of school. Studies by neuroscientists have shown that both the left and right hemispheres of the brain need to be fully stimulated in order for the brain to utilize its true potential. This means that it is just as important to immerse children in creative activities that exercise the right brain, as it is to immerse them in scientific and analytic activities for the left-brain.
t the end of the day, theatre gives us joy; it gives us time with our family, and it gives us the green light to allow our imagination and creativity to run free. So don’t wait for a birthday or special occasion to take a trip to the theatre. Check out your local live theatre groups and make a plan to go see a show and hopefully we will sprinkle some joy in your life!
As we like to say at SABA, “creating character one stage at a time”!
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
6:30 p.m.; Gates open at noon
Bill Aylor Memorial Riverstage, 16 E Ave A Downtown San Angelo, Inc. & San Angelo Live! are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Star-Spangled Banner Concert & Fireworks event at the Bill Aylor Memorial River Stage on Wednesday, July 3rd, starting at 6:30 p.m. Guests and the community are treated to a full evening of music and extraordinary fireworks display sponsored by AEP Texas. Across the river, patrons may indulge in a variety of delicious flavors and unique creations at the Star-Spangled Banner Concert & Fireworks Vendor Fair.
This year's musical lineup promises an unforgettable evening with performances by local favorites Rita Capuchina & Kevin Collins, the San Angelo Community Band, and an electrifying after-party with Take 2. Rita and Kevin bring a diverse range of
sounds and influences to their music. Based out of San Angelo, Texas, Take2 brings a unique touch of West Texas flair to their performances. This local connection adds authenticity to their music. As always, the highlight of the night will be the spectacular fireworks display, which aims to be bigger and better than ever before!
Entry into the event is free to the public, however eight person VIP seating can be purchased including a hamburger or hotdog meal, 2 drink tickets each, free ice cream, and a parking pass. Or bring along up to 12 relatives & friends to celebrate under the VIP Riverbank Cabanas for an exclusive view of the fireworks! Gates open at 12:00 noon. VIP tables & cabanas can be purchased online via Stubwire: www.stubwire.com/t/zlezivyt49
Join us for an evening of fantastic music, dazzling fireworks, and community celebration. For questions, please contact: 325-655-2345 or info@dtsa.org.
MEETINGS AROUND SAN ANGELO
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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 Canyon Creek Cloggers - Mon. & Thurs., 5:30-7:00, 320 W. Ave N (Sam Houston Elem. cafeteria).FMI Karen-949-4204/374-6289.
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 - Contact Joan Countess,325-647-0658 for date and time of meeting.
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, 7p, Suez Shrine Temple, FMI Louise Lathram, 325-703-4664. 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 Lone Star Cloggers every Mon. & Wed. 5:30-8pm V.F.W. Hall/125 S. Browning Street. We welcome former cloggers and anyone interested in learning. FMI: Beverly Grenda 653-6448 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
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 - 1st Mon, 7p, ASU Planetarium. FMI 325-277-6139 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 (Youth Support Group, ages 12-18), Wednesdays, 6:00pm, Open Arms office (113 N. Harrison), FMI openarmscv.com or contact Cassandra Ynojosa Email address: cynojosa@openarmscv.org
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. Texas Veterans for Veterans - Tuesdays, 7:15am-9:30am, 1905 Pulliam, designed to help local needy veterans and their families. FMI 325-656-9562
The Survivor Sisters 1st Thurs., 5:30pm, Cancer Empowerment & Resource Center/Shannon Clinic, 102 N. Magdalen St. Female cancer survivors & friends/caregivers welcome. FMI Katie Hill, at 325-481-2065.
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 ypsanangelo.org
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These are just a few of the many monthly activities. family@wcc.net
July Around San Angelo
July 1 - July 31
Computer Classes
Adult programs, 2nd floor
Stephens Central Library 33 W Beauregard Ave 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Free computer classes available all month long. Visit www.tgclibrary.com, Adult Services, then Computer Classes to register!
July 4 - September 29
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts Presents New Acquisitions
423 S Oakes St, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
New Acquisitions is the first public exhibition of nearly 40 new additions to the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts’ collection, including an important gift of works on paper by Otis Dozier and Velma Davis Dozier from Denni Davis Washburn. Ranging from early Texas prints and drawings to contemporary painting and sculpture, the gifts featured in this exhibition have enriched and broadened the museum’s collections of Texas art and ceramic art, two of SAMFA’s focus areas of collecting.
The exhibition also includes works by Xavier Gonzalez (museum purchase with funds from Anne Shahan), Roger Allen and Akio Takamori (gifts of Pam Bladine in memory of Roger Allen), Jack Earl (a gift of John Williams), and Lee Albert Hill, Jesús Toro Martinez, Connie Connally, Tom Coleman and Frank Boyden (gifts of the artists).
July 4
Independence Day at Fort Concho Fort Concho Natl Historic Landmark: 630 S Oakes St 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
If you have any questions, give us a call at 325-6574444 or email us at sutler@fortconcho.com
July 6 - July 27
Adventure Crafts at Angelo West Branch! Angelo West Branch Library - 3013 Vista Del Arroyo 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join us for fun Adventure Crafts every Saturday in July! This week: Make your own memory board and photo holder. All ages welcome, all supplies provided, free as always.
July 8 - 23
help them not lose it, they locked it in a secure box! Then a squirrel made off with the combinations! Can you help Park Ranger Charlie figure out their combinations and get their compass back?
July 9
Ice Cream Social and Book Swap
Adults and Seniors
North Angelo Branch Library - 3001 N Chadbourne St 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
This one is a win-win for adults and seniors looking to offload a book and meet new people! We’ve established a casual little social hour for you to hang out, swap a book with a new friend, and eat a little ice cream. Swing by North Branch on Tuesday 7/9 at 4:305:30 PM. No registration required. Bring a book to swap!
July 12 - August 2
Movie + Craft | Teen Republic
Teen Republic, Stephens Central Library, 2nd Floor33 W Beauregard Ave 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join as we watch a movie and do a craft! Craft supplies are limited to first come first serve. This event is in-person and for patrons (grades 6-12), free of charge.
07/12 Kong: Skull Island (2017, PG-13)
07/19 The Mummy (1999, PG-13)
07/26 Treasure Planet (2002, PG)
08/02 Jungle Cruise (2021, PG-13)
July 12
Teen Clay Movie Night - Elemental Concho Clay Studio - 1 Love St 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Explore the world of Elemental at the Concho Clay Studio. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and craft your own coil vase or cup inspired by the elements. Let your imagination flow as you mold earth, water, fire, and air into stunning clay creations!
Ages 13-18
$20 per ticket - Prepay Required Through Eventbrite
July 20
Cactus Market Days: Fun Fun in the Sun 13 E Twohig Ave 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Shop an array of unique local Craft and food vendors! Candles, leather goods, metal artwork, jewelry, woodwork, crochet, photography, bird houses, home decor, you name it! Live entertainment all day.
July 14
Brides & Bachelorettes - The Wedding Experience McNease Convention Center: 501 Rio Concho Dr 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
July 22
SAMFA Summer for Kids: S.T.E.A.M. Workshop
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts: 1 Love St 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Build and print objects using 3D Printers this summer with STARBASE’s Deputy Director Tim Maddox, and Kay LeBrasseur. Students will learn the basics of 3D modeling and 3D printing as they design their own wildlife using live animals as inspiration.
Ages 7 - 10 July 22 9 am - 12 pm Location: SAMFA Education Studio $125 per person
Sponsored by the Mad Mouse Zoodio, The Carl B. Florence E. King Foundation, and STARBASE
July 25
Genealogy Class
North Angelo Branch Library - 3001 N Chadbourne St 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A genealogy class helping guide you through free research resources. Computer skills are helpful to succeed in the class.
Lisa Mahler, a board member of the San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society, will teach this class. While not required, students are encouraged to bring their own laptop. Laptops will also be provided, if desired.
Registration Required on our website or call 325-6538412
July 27
National Cowboy Day
Fort Concho Natl Historic Landmark: 630 S Oakes St 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
If you have any questions, give us a call at 325-6574444 or email us at sutler@fortconcho.com
Map Adventures Escape Room
Stephens Central Library - 33 W Beauregard Ave 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
July 8 &9: Escape Room 2pm-3pm (grades 3-5)
July 22 & 23 Escape Room 2pm-3pm (grades 6-12) Registration is required and is located on our website.
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Join us for the next Vendor Showcase & Wedding Planning Experience on July 14th.
We will have a showroom for wedding decor inspiration, tons of vendors, entertainment and more! Follow and like this page for updates in the coming weeks!
July 28
Buffalo Soldier Anniversary Day
Fort Concho Natl Historic Landmark: 630 S Oakes St 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
If you have any questions, give us a call at 325-6574444 or email us at sutler@fortconcho.com
SNAPSHOTS
Snapshots is a perfect way to share your best photos. We are looking for cute home snapshots (no professional photos, or school pics). Think of an original caption and email to family@wcc.net. Please be certain to use the word snapshots in the subject and include the information below on this page.
*Photo publication cannot be guaranteed due to the large volume of photos received.
Mateo is soaking up everything about summer!
Oakley Ann soaking up some rays!!
Ximena and Arlynn - two beauties
Oliver has got summer covered!!
Alaina sharing some love!
Scarlett knows summer means pool time!!
DOWNTOWN MOVIE NIGHT
Closed Captioning now featured! Movies are shown free to the public in the parking lot at 17 East Twohig between the Cactus Hotel and Miss Hattie’s.
Movies begin late dusk/dark (Around 9:00pm - 9:15pm) Bring your movie chair or blanket.
Concessions available.
Here's the 2024 schedule of movies playing in downtown San Angelo
July 5 - Hook
July 12 - La Bamba
July 19 - My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
July 26 - Kung Fu Panda 4 (Family Friday)
August 2 - Gran Turismo
August 9 - Ghostbusters Frozen Empire
For more information, visit downtownmovienight.com or text 325-473-1208.
Did you know that Downtown Movie Night's screen is available to rent?? Great for: Birthday Partiesm Family Reunions, Church Groups, Fundraisers, Block Parties, Weddings. Call Kathie Whitworth at 325-659-4900 for more information.
As summer nears and temperatures increase with the sun beating down, there are many potentially harmful situations for dogs. One of the main concerns is leaving them in hot cars, which can lead to heatstroke or, in extreme cases, death. But there are less obvious signs.
Before going outside, it is best to apply The 5 Second Rule. Put the back of your hand on the sidewalk, and if you can’t hold it there for five seconds, then it would be a sign that it is too hot to walk your dog.
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