San Angelo Family Magazine - May '24

ImprovingyourQualityofLifesince1995

photo by Carolyn Nored Miller

Companionship

Dressing

What’s Inside . . .

Jade Hernandez will be three years old shortly and she is a ray of sunshine!!

Her parents are Amanda and Nester Hernandez. She has one sibling, Cadence Hernandez.

Her grandparents are Jeanne & Gary Hahn and Ruby & Troy Daniels. Her great grandparents are Annie & George Arispe, Elaine & Ken Jeffreys and Alvin Hahn.

Her favorite things are snacking, playing, and going to the movies.

We hope everyone gets out in May to enjoy ideas from San Angelo Family Magazine!

Send in your SNAPSHOTS!!! May is a great month to get fun pics of your kids outside. See page 16 FMI on sending in your photos. Deadline is May16 for the June issue. Now get outside, play and have fun taking photos.

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photo by Carolyn Miller

Black Tie Cowboy is a 3 block art installation donated to the City of San Angelo by Art in Uncommon Places. The addition of sculptures, murals, vinyl mesh photos in windows, and seating is a welcomed site to our newly developed Chadbourne Streetscape. The theme Black Tie Cowboy represents the history of San Angelo’s tie to famous cowboys and cowgirls in multiple arenas of life. From the rodeo arena to the historical Downtown businesses that continue to make this city A True Western Town in Texas. As the Visual Arts Capitol of Texas, our downtown area needed assistance in reflecting that title. Our installation begins at Chadbourne by the river winding ramp across from Twisted Root Burger Co. and ends at the Corner of Beauregard.

The art path starts at the ramp on Chadbourne just across the bridge. The first sculpture, is at the top of the ramp, a glass and cement piece created by Joe Gorski. Gorski was a handyman for Art in Uncommon Places for many years before his passing in 2023. Next is a woman walking a dog. W3, a workcamp in West Texas, helped create the wire people that are found along this path and beyond as they are way finders for the city. On the hotel windows, we’ve included images of Billie McBride, William “Bill” Ward, and the Fat Stock Show entrance gate.

Downtown Strong San Angelo muscle arms, artist Zo Flores, celebrates our historical downtown in a fun slant on the sheep culture. Across the street, the Vintage Cowgirls welcome visitors on a vinyl print of a photo taken by Jim Bean of an old postcard. A little further down we honor our Texas designations as the True Western Town and Music Friendly City with black and white painted man and woman with mosaic outfits.

Art in Uncommon Places presents

Black Tie Cowboy

Central to the art are the main attraction, the Black Tie Cowboys. Artist Julie Raymond with fabricators Able Rodriguez and Neil Grigg collaborated to design these for the corners of Twohig and Chadbourne. Along the path you will find a black bench and 21 stools, 6 with a cactus and 15 black and white with flowers on top. These stools were all created by community members throughout the years.

The block between of Twohig and Beauregard, we added two murals and two sculptures. One of the murals, The Lens of San Angelo, was digitally created by Joni Abel located on the once Texas Optical building. The next mural, is by Ben Sum placed on the front of The Man Shop, an addition of white horses. Our kissing couple, also created by W3, is located diagonally from the Historic Fuentes restaurant.

Join us for our grand opening. We will be shutting down the three blocks of Chadbourne for San Angelo Gives day May 7, from 5PM-7PM. We will have live entertainment from the Concho Cowboys, Doug Whitaker gun slinging and trick roping, Patrick Bubenik spinning fire, and Thomas our cowboy statue. Local business along Chadbourne will offer some refreshments, and beautiful art available for all to walk around and enjoy.

NEW Summer Play Program at West Texas Rehabilitation Center

Summer is quickly approaching and West Texas Rehabilitation Center is gearing up with a new summer program for both kids and parents! The goal of this program is to provide education to parents regarding their child’s development and play skills, as well as give children the opportunity to socialize/play with peers their age.

Many children who are not in daycare/pre-k miss the opportunity to engage with peers their age which can be extremely beneficial for a child’s development. The Summer Play Program focus is to allow children to have positive peer interaction, improve play skills, and help improve communication.

While children are playing with their peers, parents will listen to professionals from the community presenting on a variety of topics including: Fine motor skills, gross motor skills, play skills, importance of literacy, how to engage/play with your child, developmental milestones and navigating the school system.

The Summer Play Program is offered to children between the ages of 2 and 5. This program is FREE and offered to all families in the communitythey do not have to be a current patient at West Texas Rehabilitation Center to attend.

Our very own speech, physical and occupational therapists will be facilitating the program. So join us and come learn about your child’s development, community resources and communication strategies while your child socializes and plays with their peers.

Program Details: Thursdays, June 13- August 1, 8:00-9:00 am at West Texas Rehab (3001 S. Jackson, San Angelo, TX, 76904). For more information about the Summer Play Program, call 325-223-6330 or email playprogram@wtrc.com

May 1st:

Make Magical Memories in May at the San Angelo State Park

9 am to 1: Silver Bluebonnet Day: Enjoy a Myriad of Moments and meet new friends at this FREE day for Seniors 60 years and older to come out and enjoy the park. Meet at the Chaparral Pavilion, Hosted by the Friends of San Angelo State Park.

May 4th:

10 am May the “Forth” be with you: Bison and Longhorn feeding and take a family/friend hike or bike ride to soak up the force of nature.

May 11th:

9 am: Make new friends and learn about the State Park. Nature hike with Laural Scott: 1.5 mile hike, meet at the playground.

May 18th:

10:30 am: Master the trails: Trail Bike Ride with John Talley: meet at Burkett Trailhead. This is great for beginners and seasoned riders.

May 19th:

6:30 to 8 p.m.: Meander down to the Permian Tracks with Pat Bales: come learn about the prehistoric mammals that roamed our park over 250,000 million years ago and the plants along the way. 2-mile round trip hike. Meet at gate 8-C on Hwy 2288. Make sure to get our day pass online before you come.

May 25th:

9 am: Migratory birds are arriving: come learn about them with Jana at the wildlife viewing area. 10 am: Massive-Mammals: Bison and Longhorn Feeding 10:30: Mini-Mammals: come learn about the other animals you may encounter in the park: Skins and Skulls with Laurel Scott: meet at the Bison viewing area.

Quality Time With Your Mom

1. Fix some popcorn and have a movie marathon

There's something about a movie and popcorn that just never loses its’ charm. Find movies that you'd both enjoy and just forget about the rest of the world for a couple of hours.

2. Make her lunch

Taking an hour out from your busy schedule to make lunch for your mom will allow her to take some time to herself.

3. Go on an online shopping spree together

Hands down, this will shock your mother in a good way. Be her personal shopper for a day.

4. Raid her wardrobe and try on her old favorites with her

There is nothing like going through a closet and being amazed at the different tastes from years ago. You will both get some laughs and maybe even a new outfit.

5. Give her a pampering session at home

Let's face it, anyone could use a good massage right about now. Take this opportunity to help your mom de-stress and unwind. She’s worth it.

6. Make dinner together, just the two of you

Get together in the kitchen and prepare an elaborate meal - just for yourselves. Light some candles and have a mother, son/daughter date night.

7. Relive the old times with the household favorite games

Every family has a favorite game. Be it Monopoly, Candyland, Gin, Cribbage or Crazy 8’s - if you enjoyed it as a child, chances are you'll have even more fun as grown ups.

8. Pull out the dusty old family albums and take a trip down memory lane

Old really is gold. Now that you're grown up enough to understand your family better, you'll be amazed at how much you'd missed when you'd looked at these photographs earlier!

9. Share anecdotes and harmless little secrets you'd kept from her as a child

The “go-to” for Mother’s Day is... Gifts. This isn’t a bad thing, but let’s make it different this year. Let’s focus on quality time! It is an excellent way to show your Mom how much you care and will make her feel extra special.

While as a child you had to watch your step around the rules that adults set for you, as a grown up, some of the things that you hid from your parents turn out to be quite hilarious. Spill the beans on your silly little secrets! She might surprise you with a few of her own.

10. Download and listen to the music you grew up with

Music is such a good way to pull from old memories. This will bring a smile to her face.

11. Read each other's favorite books

What better way to get a peek into each other's worlds? You will both gain better insights and form deeper bonds. Adding another author to your favorites list is just a bonus!

12. Get creative and make something together

You and your mom make a great team. Why not try your hands at making something new? For most of us, the last time we did that together was while working on our school projects. It's time to use your artistic skills for something way, way cooler!

13. Give your mom a style update and experiment with new looks

Push her out of her comfort zone and encourage her to try on new outfits. Maybe she'll finally crack a new look!

14. Help her out with something she's not all that good at

Everyone has their own set of weaknesses, and your mother was a pillar of strength when you faced a dead end. Help her sort some of her problems out. It could be anything - from figuring out her Facebook privacy settings to baking the perfect cheesecake. You owe it to her!

15. Take a step towards a healthier lifestyle together

Download or buy a healthy cookbook, it might not sound like the most fun thing to do, but these small changes can make a big difference in the long run.

16. Have a dance/singing party

Whether you include the entire family or make it just the two of you, it is bound to be a fun experience.

17. Help her plant a garden

Let her nurturing soul be your guide in the process. After all, when it comes to handling another life, who knows better than her?

18. Host an online party for all her friends

Have her friends do a virtual party for her. Knowing that you got all her friends together will surely warm her heart.

19. Have a picnic

Pack a small meal and head out to the backyard. Make the most of the pleasant weather.

20. Give her a makeover

You can try different looks and let her pick her favorite, then teach her how to do it.

21. Recreate an old photograph

Relive your fond memories by recreating a favorite old photograph.

22. Help her with tasks around the house that haven’t been finished or even started

Maybe she is unable to do some things around the house or needs a helping hand. She will be forever grateful.

23. Go for an impromptu long drive

Let your instincts do the talking as you hit the road and head out for a totally random long drive. Who knows where the roads might lead you?

24. Learn something new together

It's always a good time to pick up a new hobby or a skill, and doing it with the one person who can push your limits makes it better still!

25. Tell her you appreciate her

She has been there your whole life, let her know all the things she has done that made you who you are.

26. Take a bunch of selfies together

Try out every crazy pose in the book, and then make up some of your own.

Join SAISD for a Free, Kid-Friendly Summer Book Patrol Pop-Up Event on Tuesday, June 4th

Free, family-friendly

Summer Book Patrol Pop-Up Event on Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Glenn Middle School 9:00am - 11:00am filled with summer fun including book giveaways, STEM activities, and more!

We hope you and your family will join us in a celebration of literacy and for some summer fun! Follow the San Angelo ISD Facebook, Twitter, and website, www.saisd.org/read, to stay up-to-date on San Angelo Reads! and to find resources to help inspire a love of reading.

Community members are encouraged to share how they celebrate literacy and participate in San Angelo Reads! through the hashtag,

Trinity Lutheran – A School That

Feels Like Home!!

For the past 73 years, Trinity has been providing a Christ-Centered education to parents who value a Christian education for their children. In 1951, the church opened a school by starting a Kindergarten and adding grades, one year at time, as needed.

This year, Trinity will serve the community by offering Kindergarten through 12th grade. In 1996, the school opened an Early Childhood Center with a class for three and four year old children and this year approximately 200 students will fill 15 classrooms with children ages 12 months through age 4.

Trinity Lutheran School truly values the partnerships and relationships we have built over this time with parents and students and the support given to us by the community. We also value the opportunity to give back to the community through our service projects. From helping out at Meals for the Elderly, to singing at local assisted living facilities, to collecting food items for Dignidad, clothing for the needy, toys for the Rainbow room, and supplies for Operation Shoebox, we love to share the blessings He gives to us with others.

Throughout its growth over the past seven decades, Trinity has always valued the importance of building relationships with students and their families. Small class size and frequent parent-teacher communication and opportunity for parental involvement help build those relationships. Teachers, like parents, have high expectations for their students and encourage them to excel. We want them equipped to handle whatever

challenges confront them in the future. We strive to integrate the faith into all we do – memorizing Bible verses, attending worship, praying throughout the day, and showing genuine concern and support for one another. We look out for each other, like a family.

We believe that each student is blessed with gifts and abilities, and we treasure the opportunity to work with parents to help students discover theirs. All students spend time each day in Bible study and prayer and we worship as a group each Wednesday. Classes for all ages in Art, Music, Physical Education, and Spanish are held at least once each week in grades K-5 and are built into the Middle School and High School curriculum. Students in K-12 also receive daily instruction in Math, Reading, Science, and History. Ample opportunities are offered to K-12 students to excel in these areas through Spelling Bees, Science Fairs, History Fairs, Math contests, Accelerated Reader medals, Fine Arts Fairs, and Music concerts as well as participation in an annual academic and fine arts competition in the Spring for grades 1-8 in the Private School Interscholastic Association.

High school students attend core academic classes until 1:00, with the option of dual credit classes from Angelo State, Howard University and McMurray University, followed by electives and Phys. Ed. in the afternoon. They also have the opportunity to participate in TAPPS (Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools) in volleyball, basketball, soccer, golf, track and tennis as well as academic and fine arts meets. High school students also have an opportunity to participate in E-sports, a new and exciting way to help students use their computer gaming skills in competitions.

Preschool students participate in age appropriate activities in the classroom as well as on the playground. Whole group lessons and table time instruction are blended with individual and small group instruction and learning centers. Teachers write daily lesson plans and communicate with parents through daily reports, weekly newsletters, and quarterly progress reports.

We look forward to next year and the new challenges and opportunities it will bring. We look forward to serving our community by partnering with parents in the education of their children. We look forward to engaging with students and helping them to reach their full potential. We look forward to the future, appreciating the blessings of the past and eagerly anticipating the blessings to come next year. To this end, we have reduced our tuition rates for grades K-12 for the 24-25 school year in an effort to reach out and become more accessible to more families who may not have been able to afford tuition in the past. Financial aid is still available as well. Please call us for more information.

Trinity Lutheran School is located at 3516 Lutheran Way. Our phone number is 325-947-1275.

Our website is trinityschoolsa.com and you can visit us at facebook.com/tlssa. The email address for Principal Ron Fritsche is ron@tlcsanangelo.com. Tours are given by appointment.

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.

Bath time is Ari’s favorite time!

Chavez are #1 Angelita, Armando, Aliana, and Adriana

Da'Maya is 10 months old

full of smiles

Mei and soccer!!!!!

love Unidad Park!!!

Brazos is a Daddy’s girl!!!

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts’ Grand Re-Opening celebration continues with its Love to Learn series. On Thursday, May 9, prominent artist/designer Amy Tucker will lead The Art of Print & Dye adult art class. It will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Studio Rio (423 S. Oakes St). Refreshments will be provided.

Learn how to create a naturally-dyed organic bandana and silk scarf using seasonal organic plant material. In this immersive journey into the artistry of eco-friendly textile design, you'll learn about the dye properties of selected plants and trees and the impacts of the seasons and environment on plant color and chemical composition. Amy will demonstrate how to use flowers and leaves to transfer dyes and prints, as well as various bundle-dyeing techniques. For easy understanding, she'll show examples of the finished effects. At the end of the class, you'll have two beautiful creations to take home!

Amy Tucker is an artist working in textiles, mixed media, and jewelry. She is a creative innovator, global traveler, and an environmentally and socially conscious artist/designer. Amy has a BS in Fine Arts + Textile Design from Skidmore College and is a recipient of the Marguerita Mergentime Textile Design award. She has pursued specialized education in the arts at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Parsons, and New York University. She is the Founder at ART RANCH in Fredericksburg, focused on artist residencies and workshops connecting arts and the environment.

Register online today at www.samfa.org. Limited capacity!

$125 Registration fee includes material.

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The museum is supported by generous contributions from both individuals and businesses. Our Grand Re-Opening celebration is generously sponsored by H-E-B, City National Bank, an Anonymous Supporter, Luther King Capital Management, Charles W. King, Attorney at Law, Twisted Root Burger Company, Trimble-Batjer Insurance Associates, and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. For more information about SAMFA, go to www.samfa.org. Follow the museum’s socials for up-to-the-minute news and information.

May 6 - 10, 2024

A Handwritten Thank You Note– Kids can send them or all the parents could put something together and mail it as a big book.

Send Them Dinner– Grab them a gift card for GrubHub, Door Dash or any of the other services in the area.

A “Thank You Parade”– If you are in the environment where the teacher’s house is known and nearby consider doing a parade with cars. The kids can create posters and hang out the windows to wave and say “thank you” to their teacher.

A Video Saying Thank You– If you or the teacher are not comfortable mailing something, a video saying “thank you” would also be fantastic. Or you can leave a thank you note in Google Classroom.

A Note Saying What They Have Learned– Send a note specifically saying what they have learned. Some of the stories I have heard of how kids are in Zoom a teacher might really appreciate this. They may not feel that all their messages are getting through.

Digital Gift Cards– Here is a list of popular places that have easy e-gift cards

1.Local Businesses– Any time you can support a local business make an effort.

2.Starbucks– A quick drive thru at Starbucks is a treat all the time.

3.Target– Your teacher can surely find something there!

4. Amazon - Your teacher can find all kinds of things they want!

5. Visa/Mastercard - That way they can use it for anything!

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.

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 Assn of Asian-American Women- 2nd of the month in person or via zoom. For more information call Mimi Clark at 563.650.1029 or visit: https://www.aaawtexas.org/ 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 3rd Sun, 2:30p, St. Paul Presbyterian, 11 N Park, Visitors welcome. FMI 949.8206 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 pm, downtown library, 33 W. Beauregard, Suggs Community Room (3rd floor) or occasionally in library lobby. Sets provided. Casual and USCF-rated games. 325-853-2324. 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

These are just a few of the many monthly activities. More listed throughout the magazine and on our community calendar. Send your events to: family@wcc.net

may Around San Angelo

May 2

Viva Mexico, Viva America featuring Ballet Folklorico de Los Angeles

The Elta Joyce Murphey Performance Hall: 72 W College Ave

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

¡Viva Mexico ! ¡ Viva America! celebrates the music and dance of Mexican Americans who grew up on both sides of the border. Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar opens with the traditional, and then ventures through modern times with Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles including selections by Selena and Ritchie Valens. Oscar-winning Disney tunes conclude this colorful show!

May 3

Freedom Fiesta

424 S Oakes St

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Freedom Fiesta is our “kick off” to Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Week. This event is a free, family friendly event that will raise awareness of the importance of children’s mental health care, reduce stigma, and connect families with community resources related to mental health. It will be a fun event with games, music, and food!

May 3 & 4

82 Gillis St

Ballet San Angelo presents Children’s Ballet: Cinderella

May 3rd – 7PM

May 4th – 2PM | 7PM

The Brooks & Bates Theatre

Looking for the perfect show to take the kids to? Ballet San Angelo’s Cinderella is the perfect fit!

May 4

Star Wars Day

Tom Green County Library: 33 W Beauregard Ave

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

May the Forth be with you.

coloring, cosplay, trivia, movie viewing, and more! 11am: Activities 1pm: Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977, PG) 3pm: Trivia

May 4

Polo on the Concho

630 S Oakes

11:00am

Polo on the Concho is an annual event that celebrates the equestrian team sport with an added touch of West Texas flare. Players, donating their time and bringing equipment and horses, will come together again to play on the Fort Concho Parade Ground that has been made into a polo field. We’ll toast to our area’s rich history in the sport of polo and enjoy a weekend of great fun. Detailed ticket information and sponsorship opportunities are available. Questions? Please call (512) 6955383 for additional information.

May 4

10:00-5:00pm

First Saturday Fiesta

2505 Martin Luther King Drive

FREE

Monthly First Saturday Pop-Up Artist Market! Familyfriendly activities & art, food, drinks, sweets, music, Beer & Wine Garden, 16 Coop Artists, and 15 – 30 art vendors placed throughout our artful, eclectic property. For the full immersion experience, stay on property at Inn at the Art Center and make dinner or brunch reservations at Roots at the Silo House Restaurant! Parking across the street in the empty lot or along 26th street.

May 18

Cactus Market Days: Summer Kick-off 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.

May 18

Armed Forces Day at Fort Concho

If you have any questions, give us a call at 325-6574444 or email us at sutler@fortconcho.com

May 25

15th Annual Simply Texas Blues Festival

Downtown San Angelo, Twohig & Oakes

11:00am - 11:00pm FREE

Get ready to groove at the Simply Texas Blues Festival! �� �� �� Join us for a weekend packed with excitement featuring the Blues Challenge, mouthwatering Rib Cook-off, classic Car Show, revving Motorcycle Show, delicious Food Trucks, amazing Craft Vendors, and much more!

� Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of music, food, and fun. See you there!

May 25

Veterans Memorial Special Event

Bart Dewitt Park: 330 S Irving St 9:00 am - 5:00 am

Come join us as we celebrate our Veterans!

May 27

Join us for a stellar day full of Star Wars! We’ll have activities for all ages such as LED lightsabers, origami,

Memorial Day at Fort Concho

If you have any questions, give us a call at 325-6574444 or email us at sutler@fortconcho.com

June 1

51st Annual Run in the Sun

The Martial Pint: 19 E Concho Ave

7:30 am - 10:30 am

The Run in the Sun is a running road race in San Angelo, Texas consisting of a 1 Mile, 5K, and 8K. It is run on a USATF certified course. It is the longest-running race in San Angelo.

All races may be run or walked: everyone is welcome! The race will start and finish on E. Concho Ave in front of The Martial Pint and run down Concho Avenue before turning onto Irving and continuing down the river walk in historic San Angelo, TX.

May Events 2024

Tom Green County Library System

Sarah Calderon, Public Relations Coordinator

sarah.calderon@co.tom-green.tx.us Office | 325-657-8002

The online event calendar provides all program details listed below at www.tgclibrary.com

Students can expect:

-Expert, guided instruction

Rocketry Camp

Sign-ups have opened for June this month: [Grades 7-12]

Embark on an Epic Adventure: Rocketry Camp for Beginners and Advanced Rocketeers!

Are you ready to reach for the stars? Join us this summer for an exhilarating journey into the exciting world of rocketry. Whether you are a novice eager to launch your first rocket or a seasoned enthusiast looking to elevate your skills to new heights, our Rocketry Camp has something for everyone.

Beginner Rocketry Program: Ignite your passion for space exploration in our specially crafted beginner's program. Dive into the fundamentals of rocket science as our expert instructors guide you through hands-on activities, from designing your first model rocket with software to experiencing the thrill of its launch. Explore the principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and flight dynamics in a fun and supportive environment.

Advanced Rocketry Experience:

Ready to take your rocketry skills to the next level? Our advanced program is designed for enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of rocket engineering and experimentation. Work alongside fellow enthusiasts to tackle challenging projects.

-Hands-on rocket building and launching sessions

-Engaging workshops

-Collaborative team goals

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to fuel your passion for rocketry and make lifelong memories with like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned rocketeer, there's a place for you at our Rocketry Camp. Launch into the adventure of a lifetime – reserve your spot today! This program is free, as always. Sign up here:

Beginners: https://tinyurl.com/5n839uf5

Advanced: https://tinyurl.com/yrkw9a67 Or visit www.tgclibrary.com

This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (Grant # LS- 249990-OLS-21 *to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act. (2021)

Geek Night: Shrek

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Do you wonder what are you doing in this swamp? In the morning, are you making waffles? Is that a nice boulder? If you said yes, then accept your quest to come geek out with us over the animated classic Shrek!

Movie showing will start at 6:30pm. Crafts will be available throughout the evening. This program is for adult patrons (age 18+) only. As this is an after-hours event, final admission will be at 8 pm. Entry and exit to this program will be accessible through the Irving Street entrance. 3rd Floor Community Room.

Star Wars Day

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

May the Fourth be with you.

Join us for a stellar day full of Star Wars! We’ll have activities for all ages such as LED lightsabers, origami, coloring, cosplay, trivia, movie viewing, and more!

11am: Activities

1pm: Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977, PG)

3pm: Trivia

Stephens Central Young Adult programs:

YA Teen Republic Room, 2nd Floor

Minecraft Creative: Remote program, registration required, Monday’s 4pm

Teen Scene Social: Tuesdays, 4pm

Volunteens! : Thursdays 5pm Draw Together: Saturdays, 2pm

Stephens Central Children’s Department programs:

Children’s Department, Basement

Tot’s and Blocks: Monday’s 10am

Lil’ Socrates Club: Monday’s 12pm

Inbetweeners Club: Tuesday’s 2pm

Art Cart: Tuesday’s 4pm

Hora de Cuentos--Spanish Story time: 5pm

Stories, Songs, and Surprises: Weds/Thurs 10:30am

Angelo West Branch Library programs: Angelo West Branch, 3013 Vista Del Arroyo

Therapaws: Wednesdays at 3:45pm

Stories & More: Fridays at 10:30 and 11am

North Angelo Branch Library programs: North Angelo Branch, 3001 N. Chadbourne

Nintendo fun Fridays, 2:30pm

Therapaws Fridays, 3:30pm

Pre-K Matinee Wednesdays, 11am

Story-time & Crafts: Saturdays, 2pm

From Our Heart to Yours

Words are not enough to thank our dear friends and supporters for your continued and generous donations through San Angelo Gives. Because of your generosity, people’s dignity is being rescued every day to have more quality of life in terms of health, living conditions, socially and spiritually.

The funds donated in 2023 enabled us to purchase additional equipment for our ophthalmology clinic in the rural zone of Itu, Brazil known as Apotribu. Over 280 people were treated by our volunteer ophthalmologist, Dr. Roberto Castro. Forty-three of them, including children and adults received full assistance, which included free prescription glasses.

Cura’s main focus from its inception has been to provide medical attention including consultations, exams, and medically-related needs to those who otherwise would not have access.

Our monthly campaigns give those people the possibility to see specialists in a timely manner.

This year, the funds will help us build an extension to our community center/clinic, to allow more health professionals to serve those in need. More space is needed for triage and for physical therapy and other groups. We also need computer upgrades to follow our patients, and to communicate with them about upcoming campaigns.

You have a unique opportunity to touch the lives of many parents and their children who, besides medical assistance, need basic things like toothbrushes, socks, clothing, school supplies, and mattresses, etc.

Your donation means people are treated with Cuidado (Care) Respeito (Respect) and Amor (Love) = CURA

July 21-26, 2024 we will be receiving professionals from the US and Brazil. Your support and donations will defray the cost of those serving as volunteers.

May God continue to bless you as you help us be the hands, the feet, and the heart of Jesus. Please follow us on Facebook cura_brasil and Instagram @cura_brasil to get updates. Let’s fulfill this great mission together!

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