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Fun Things to Do In and Around 78209

SATURDAYS WITH A SCIENTIST THE WITTE MUSEUM Saturdays | 11 AM Join us at the Witte with our friends of the University of Texas at San Antonio for Saturday with a Scientist! Every Saturday inside The Secret World Inside You Lab. wittemuseum.org

LITTLE MAKERS WORKSHOP THE DOSEUM November 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 | 11 AM - 12 PM Let’s tinker and make! Give your little one an opportunity to innovate as they have fun building and tinkering in our Maker Workshop in Innovation Station! Little Makers Workshops are designed by DoSeum educators to focus on developmentally appropriate maker skills for early learners, such as sharing and tool use, to help develop social and motor skills. thedoseum.org

THE DOSEUM EXPRESS: TINY TRAINS AND TROLLEYS THE DOSEUM November 6 - January 2 All aboard The DoSeum Express! A new holiday experience for the family, The DoSeum Express: Tiny Trains and Trolleys, is an exhibit that travels through the fantastical and wacky miniature worlds created by our 2021 Artists-In-Residence winners. thedoseum.org

TINKERFEST THE DOSEUM November 6 | 10 AM - 4 PM The DoSeum’s annual Tinkerfest is a daylong celebration of curiosity and creativity! Guests of all ages will explore how things are made and how things work through exciting make-tivities throughout The DoSeum. Let’s get our hands messy and celebrate what it means to be a makercentered community! thedoseum.org

MAKE & TAKE: CZECH KOLACHES CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL November 6 | 11 AM - 1 PM Explore the tradition and taste of Texas Czech culture as you shape delicious, pillowy kolache dough with a variety of fillings. You’ll take your tempting treats with you at the end of class. centralmarket.com TREK AND TONE SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 6, 13, 20 | 10 - 11 AM Designed to burn 400-600 calories while building strength and endurance, this class will utilize the 38-acres of natural space and beauty of the gardens for walk/run intervals, circuit training, cardio exercises, bodyweight exercises and finish with core training and stretching for a complete workout. All fitness levels are welcomed. sabot.org

POP-UP CULINARY DEMO SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 7, 13, 14 | 11 AM - 1:30 PM Stop by the Outdoor CHEF Teaching Kitchen at the San Antonio Botanical Garden for a Pop-Up Culinary Demo. The local chef will showcase fresh seasonal produce and herbs in a delectable recipe. Gather ideas and inspiration for the next time you cook. sabot.org

COMPOSTING 101. SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 10 | 10 AM - 12 PM Learn how to use your leaves, grass clippings, and vegetable scraps to strengthen the soil in your garden, beds, and lawn. Join the Bexar County Master Gardeners as they reveal the tips, techniques, and benefits of backyard composting. Master Gardeners will be available at the end of the workshop to answer your gardening questions. sabot.org

A COWBOY STEAK DINNER CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL November 12 | 6 - 8 PM Capture the flavors of Texas in a meal that would satisfy any hard-working ranch hand. We’ll show you how to cook a USDA Prime Texas steak to perfection; create a salad and a side dish that highlight local flavors; and discover how baking in cast iron adds a new dimension to your desserts. centralmarket.com GIRL POWER & DAUGHTER AND ME BRUNCH SAN ANTONIO ZOO November 13 | Brunch 10:30 AM - 1 PM Zoo Hours 9 AM - 5 PM Join us for a day of great food and fun music, featuring all female artists & organizations from acrobat performers to musicians. Upgrade your visit with an exciting Girl Power: Daughter and Me Brunch. Enjoy pancakes, French toast, and much more as you listen to compelling speeches from an Olympic athlete to a woman who soared out of this world! sazoo.org

MEATLESS MONDAY: INSPIRED BY INDIA CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL November 15 | 6 - 8 PM Take your tastebuds on a trip to the Indian continent. We’ll show you how to create a simple flatbread; a classic vegetable dish flavored with turmeric, ginger & chiles, among other spices; a flavorful chickpea stew; and the perfect cup of rice. centralmarket.com

WHATABURGER ZOO LIGHTS SAN ANTONIO ZOO November 19 - January 22 As the animals sleep for the night, the zoo grounds awaken with magical lights and holiday cheer. This year is BIGGER and BRIGHTER than ever, with two new 32-foot LED trees that are a must-see for the whole family. Make sure to visit all the themed areas around the zoo, starting with the all-new Holiday Sing-Along Express train ride. sazoo.org

A CIDER HOUSE SUPPER CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL November 19 | 6 - 8 PM Take a deep dive into the flavors of fall. As you sit back and relax, our instructors will introduce you to this menu that you’ll want to recreate for family and friends. Each course will be paired with a complementary cider, so you may discover some new favorites during this festive evening. For ages 21 & up. centralmarket.com

TEXAS BIRD WALK GUIDED TOUR SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 20 | 9:15 - 11 AM Learn about resident and migrant birds at the Botanical Garden, their characteristics, requirements for food, nesting, and protection, and the native plants you can use to attract them to your yard. Registration Required. sabot.org

FAMILY WORKSHOPS: PLUSHIE CHIMERA THE DOSEUM November 21 | 1 - 2:30 PM & 3 - 4:30 PM Create, make, and learn together! In our Family Workshops, families work together to explore STEM and art concepts through a unique family experience. Solder a family stained glass, dissect underwater creatures or create a family board game to play on game nights. Don’t miss these monthly one-of-a-kind family workshops, each workshop includes all necessary supplies and materials. thedoseum.org

HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHEF CAMP THE WITTE MUSEUM November 22 - 23 | 9 AM - 3 PM Campers will learn about safety in the kitchen while creating a variety of delicious recipes that highlight San Antonio, the Witte and the holiday season in a healthy way. The delicious healthy recipes will vary each day so that each day of camp is unique! Reservation required. wittemuseum.org JUNIOR CHEF CAMP: THANKSGIVING SIDES SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 22 - 24 | 9 AM - 1 PM This cooking class focuses on kitchen safety, cooking basics and using healthy ingredients. Program participants will make cauliflower mac and cheese, grilled vegetable rolls, autumn salad, spiced pumpkin seeds, cranberry sauce, and a garden herb rub. Ages 8 - 12. Registration Required. sabot.org PARENT & CHILD: MAKE & TAKE: A DECORATED GINGERBREAD HOUSE CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL November 26 | 12 - 1:30 PM Working as a team, you’ll create a sensational decoration for the holidays. An authentic Swiss Lebkuchen (gingerbread) house, lots of royal icing and mountains of candy and edible decorations will be ready and waiting; just bring your imagination and creativity. A box will be provided for you to transport your masterpiece home. centralmarket.com

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COCKTAIL SCAVENGER HUNT: PUMPKIN, PUMPKIN, PUMPKIN SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN November 21 | 12 - 2 PM Venture into the Botanical Garden to find edible gems that will be incorporated in this festive menu. Then hurry back to the kitchen to enjoy a garden-inspired tasting menu: pumpkin risotto with bacon and parmesan, pumpkin corn and lemongrass soup, smoked pumpkin, farro and pomegranate feta salad, pumpkin tahini mousse pie, and pumpkin bourbon smash. Ages 21+. sabot.org