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The following list of local community events was compiled by submissions from the sponsoring organizations hosting the events. This listing is a free service provided by Time Warner Cable San Antonio. For more information regarding an event listed below, please contact the individual listed as the contact for each event.
May | June | Volunteer Opportunities
May
OUR BODY: THE UNIVERSE WITHIN
The Witte Museum presents the fascinating Our Body: The Universe Within exhibit through May 26. See first-hand how each of the intricate human body systems work by viewing actual human bodies and specimens. Displayed in a compelling and dignified environment, this exhibit allows visitors to look at the specimens for a deeper understanding of the body’s form, function, and uniqueness.
6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway
For Museum Hours and Admission Information visit www.wittemuseum.org or call 210-357-1910
Contact: Jim Dalglish 210-357-1870 or jimd@wittemuseum.org
May 1
HONORING MOTHERS 2008– BATTERED WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER
7th Annual Luncheon benefiting The Battered Women & Children’s Shelter. A Tribute to Dr. Ana ‘Cha’ Guzman featuring acclaimed British author Rosalind Miles, Ph.D.
11:30 a.m.
Westin Hotel Riverwalk, 420 W. Market
$60 per person
www.fvps.org
Contact: Melissa Schulz at 210-930-3669 or Melissa.schulz@fvps.org
May 8
SIDE SHOW– BARSHOP JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
Showtimes are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended. The show runs from May 8 through June 7, 2008.
7:30 p.m.
Sheldon Vexler Theatre, 12500 N.W. Military Hwy.
$12–$18
Contact: Vexler Box Office at 210-302-6835
May 8–10
27TH ANNUAL TEJANO CONJUNTO FESTIVAL
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center’s 27th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival en San Antonio features more than 20 of the best conjunto bands in the business.
5 p.m.
Rosedale Park— 340 Dartmouth
Tickets: $12–$15
www.guadalupeculturalarts.org
Contact: 210-271-3151
May 9–10
SAN ANTONIO SYMPHONY CLASSICAL 12
Conductor Edwin Outwater and the San Antonio Symphony present a program of one new American work and two French masterpieces. The concert features Gabriela Frank’s Three Latin-American Dances for Orchestra, Saint-Saëns Concert No. 3 in B minor for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 61 and Berlioz Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14.
Edwin Outwater, conductor | Jennifer Frautschi, violin
April 9 & 10 at 8 p.m.
Majestic Theatre—224 E. Houston St
Tickets: $11.50–$56.50
www.sasymphony.org
Contact: Karen Cramer at 554-1066 or The Majestic Box Office at 554-1010
May 10
TWC MOVIE IN THE PARK—FREE MOVIE SCREENING OF "STEEL MAGNOLIAS"
Bring your blankets or chairs out to the park for a fun movie night celebrating mothers. The first 100 moms will receive a free flower, courtesy of Time Warner Cable, in honor of Mother’s Day. The fun begins at 7 p.m. with entertainment by Time Warner Cable’s employee band, Bandwidth. Picnic baskets are welcome. Concessions will be available for purchase. This event is sponsored by Time Warner Cable and the San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department.
Entertainment begins at 7 p.m.; Movie begins at sunset
FREE EVENT
Sunken Gardens, 3875 N. St. Mary’s St.
www.twc-sa.com
May 10
1st Annual Texas Great American Tribute
The First Annual Texas Great American Tribute will honor Frank Denius, Austin civic leader and attorney and decorated World War II hero, and Darrell K Royal, The University of Texas’ all-time winningest head coach and community leader. The event will also feature a special presentation in honor of our troops and military supporters. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund.
6 p.m. Reception; 7 p.m. Dinner
Marriott Rivercenter, 101 Bowie St., San Antonio, TX 78205
$150 per person
Contact: Tanya Sammis at 210-731-6646
May 16
HAB-I-TOUR– HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Hab-I-Tours are informational, guided bus tours of Habitat for Humanity communities in San Antonio. The tours provide insight into Habitat for Humanities mission, families, homes, and communities. Habitat for Humanity has successfully partnered with families to build over 500 homes in the S.A. community.
1 p.m.
Habitat for Humanity, 311 Probandt
free
www.habitatsa.org
Contact: Shelly LaFleur at 210-223-5203 or shellylafleur@habitatsa.com
May 16–17
SAN ANTONIO SYMPHONY CLASSICAL 13
Young Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu, one of the most exciting new starts on the classical scene, joins the San Antonio Symphony for a concert of music by his countrymen plus a timeless classic by Beethoven. The program features Rautavaara Lintukoto (Isle of Bliss) Beethoven Concerto No. 4 in G major for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 56 and Sibelius Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43.
Hannu Lintu, conductor | Markus Groh, piano
May 16 & 17 at 8 p.m.
Majestic Theatre—224 E. Houston St
Tickets: $11.50–$56.50
www.sasymphony.org
Contact: Karen Cramer at 554-1066 or The Majestic Box Office at 554-1010
May 17
MARCH OF DIMES – MARCH FOR BABIES WALK
March for Babies is one of the largest walking events both locally and nationally, generating thousands of dollars to support the March of Dimes campaign for healthier babies. In fact, San Antonio was the site of the first fundraising walk in the nation over 38 years ago. Volunteers throughout the San Antonio community solicit contributions from individual sponsors and then participate in the fun-filled morning of walking to celebrate their efforts to save babies from premature birth and other health problems. TWC-SA is a proud media sponsor of the 2008 March for Babies walk.
8 a.m.
Brackenridge Park
www.marchforbabies.org
Contact: 210-696-1030
May 17
CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Join Morningside Ministries for entertainment and door prizes for their Classic Car Show.
10 a.m.
700 Babcock Road
FREE Admission; picnic lunch available for $5
Contact: Marilyn Scheer at 210-734-1167 or marilyns@morningsidemin.org
May 17
THE 10th ANNUAL MIGHTY TEXAS DOG WALK
Help “fetch” the Guinness World Record for “The world’s largest dog walk” back from England. Join thousands of dogs and their families as they walk around the capitol building to help raise money for Texas Hearing and Service Dogs.
10:30 a.m.
Congress Avenue Bridge, Austin, TX
$25 early registration; $30 day of event (includes free t-shirt)
www.servicedogs.org
Contact: Melinda Biggs at melinda@servicedogs.org
May 20
POSITIVELY ME! LIVE CONCERT AND EMPOWERMENT EVENT
Several mental health organizations have come together to create an empowerment tool in the form of a CD with a positive "I can" theme to be recorded during the Positively Me! Live Concert. The event will provide funding for operating expenses for these organizations.
7 p.m.
Travis Park United Methodist Church, 230 E Travis
Tickets $15
www.prosumersinternational.org
Contact: 210-532-6262 or tinalou65@hotmail.com
May 25
DIVINE PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC CHURCH FAMILY FESTIVAL
Festival begins with a mass @ 11 a.m. at Camargo Park. There will be Food, Drinks, Children's Games, Bingo, Music & Raffle Prizes, Live Entertainment, DJ music, and Folkloric Dancers. FREE ADMISSION!
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Hwy 90@ Callaghan Rd Mateo Camargo Park
FREE Admission
Contact: Jesse J. Aguilar
May 30–31
SAN ANTONIO SYMPHONY CLASSICAL 14
Join Larry Rachleff for the final concert of the San Antonio Symphony’s 2007–2008 season. Concert features Bartok Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin, Op. 19 and Mahler Symphony No. 4 in G major.
Larry Rachleff, conductor | Susan Lorette Dunn, soprano
May 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.
Majestic Theatre—224 E. Houston St
Tickets: $11.50–$56.50
www.sasymphony.org
Contact: Karen Cramer at 554-1066 or The Majestic Box Office at 554-1010
June 12
MASTERING YOUR FINANCES WORKSHOP
Learn the basics of effective money management, such as using checking and savings accounts, in this free workshop provided by the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater San Antonio. Using credit wisely and avoiding predatory lending is also covered. IDA-approved.
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
6851 Citizens Parkway, Suite 100
Free
Pre-registration is requested
www.cccssa.org
Contact: 979-4300 or 1-800-410-2227
June 14
MONEY PRINCIPLES FOR TODAY WORKSHOP
Learn practical, workable techniques for budgeting, saving and using credit to help you manage your money effectively in this free workshop provided by the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater San Antonio. Workshop includes take-home Money Management Guide.
9 – 11 a.m.
6851 Citizens Parkway, Suite 100
Free
Pre-registration is requested
www.cccssa.org
Contact: 210-979-4300 or 1-800-410-2227
June 20
HAB-I-TOUR– HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Hab-I-Tours are informational, guided bus tours of Habitat for Humanity communities in San Antonio. The tours provide insight into Habitat for Humanities mission, families, homes, and communities. Habitat for Humanity has successfully partnered with families to build over 500 homes in the S.A. community.
1 p.m.
Habitat for Humanity, 311 Probandt
free
www.habitatsa.org
Contact: Shelly LaFleur at 210-223-5203 or shellylafleur@habitatsa.com
June 21
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CREDIT CARDS WORKSHOP
Learn how to select the credit card that’s right for you in this free workshop provided by the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater San Antonio. You’ll learn about hidden fees, terms and conditions, and the different types of credit cards to choose from. Tips to avoid fees and penalty rates will also be covered.
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
6851 Citizens Parkway, Suite 100
Free
Pre-registration is requested
www.cccssa.org
Contact: 979-4300 or 1-800-410-2227
June 21
COLLEGE CREDIT FOR LIFE WORKSHOP
This is a 1-hour workshop designed to help college students understand the concept of credit, determine the risks and benefits of using credit cards, utilize the decision-making process when using credit, and understand the effect credit use has on their lives after college.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
6851 Citizens Parkway, Suite 100
$10
Pre-registration is requested
www.cccssa.org
Contact: 210-979-4300 or 1-800-410-2227
June 28
BUILDING A BETTER CREDIT PORTFOLIO WORKSHOP
This free workshop provided by the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater San Antonio will teach you how to read and interpret a credit report, improve your credit score, and dispute errors on your report. You’ll have a better understanding of how to improve your credit report/score and make them work for you.
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
6851 Citizens Parkway, Suite 100
Free
Pre-registration is requested
www.cccssa.org
Contact: 210-979-4300 or 1-800-410-2227
ONGOING EVENTS
Ongoing
Every Saturday
FREE MATH TUTORING for School Age Students
The Bazan Library is proud to sponsor Free Math Tutoring provided by, Ms. Kavita Venkateswar and Ms. Monica Petluru- students at Churchill H.S., in general mathematics, pre-algebra, Algebra I, and Algebra II.
9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Bazan Branch Library, 2200 W. Commerce
FREE
Contact: Raymond Villarreal 225-1614 or raymondv@sanantonio.gov
Second Tuesday of Each Month
ALAMO AREA SUPPORT GROUP
The Spina Bifida Association of Texas provides an open forum for people with spina bifida to interact in a positive social setting.
6 p.m.
10615 Perrin Beitel Rd, Suite 701
Contact: N. Oyler at 653-1800 or sbinfo@sbatx.org
Second Tuesday of Each Month
NETWORKING BREAKFAST
North San Antonio Chamber sponsors this monthly event to promote relationship building.
7 a.m.
The Petroleum Club, 8620 N New Braunfels
Admission cost starts at $15
Contact: Andrea Barlow 384-7727 or abarlow@northsachamber.com
These volunteer opportunities are provided by The Volunteer Center at United Way of San Antonio. To list your agency, contact The Volunteer Center at United Way by phone at 352-7099, fax at 351-6699, or by mail at P.O. Box 898, San Antonio, TX 78293.
Boys Town Texas needs mentors to work one-on-one with child to build their academic skills by providing the extra study help they need. Agency provides one-on-one training. Must be at least 21 years old and have no criminal background. Contact: Janet Pedrotti at (210) 271-1010 or pedrottij@boystown.org
Animal Welfare Society of Bandera County DESPERATELY needs volunteers at their adoption centers located in San Antonio at the PetsMart off of Loop 410 and Summit. Volunteers are needed for a couple of hours a week to help clean cages, change food and water, and socialize with each pet. Foster parents are also needed. www.awsbc.com Contact: Linda Thomson at (210) 342-7992
Morningside Ministries Chandler Center is in need of volunteer drivers on a daily basis Monday – Friday delivering meals to residents who live in the 78212 zip code area. Must be 18 years or older with a valid Texas driver’s license with no violations. Contact: Alma Cosme at (210) 737-5247
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center needs volunteers to assist in recruiting blood donors, direct donors; serve refreshments and provide customer service duties. They also need volunteer help in the area of clerical support, data entry, verifying information, answer phones, and other clerical tasks. Contact: Barbara Irlas at (210) 731-5555 ext. 1388 or barbara.irlas@bloodntissue.org
San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL) needs volunteer reading tutors who will meet once a week for 30 minutes with 2nd grade students. SAYL services students in 27 schools in San Antonio and is committed to increasing reading comprehension skills with each student. Contact: Mary Flannigan at (210) 299-1533.
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