Food 4 SA Food Drive Help collect 1 million pounds of food for needy families in Southwest Texas in the Food 4 SA Fight Against Hunger Campaign to benefit the San Antonio Food Bank. You can donate online or drop off non-perishable food items at any one of the 23 participating Security Service locations anytime during the month of November in San Antonio, Boerne, Schertz or Pleasanton. For more information, go to www.ssfcu.org.
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Genealogy With A Mission The Texas State Genealogical Society will present its 49th Annual Conference "Genealogy With A Mission" on November 6th and 7th at the Colonnade Omni Hotel. The 2 day event will be co-hosted by the San Antonio Genealogical & Historical Society in celebration of their 50th year. Early Registration deadline is October 19th. For more information, call (210)342-5242 or visit www.rootsweb.com/~txsgs.
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Lebanese Festival Mark your calendars for the Lebanese Festival from Friday, November 6th through Sunday, November 8th at the St. George Maronite Catholic, located at 6070 Babcock Rd, to share the beautiful heritage of the Lebanese tradition with San Antonio and surrounding communities at-large. Relax in the "Oasis" featuring Lebanese hors doeuvres; plus, imported beer and wine! Tickets are $ 3 for adults (12+), $1 for children under 12. Free parking. For more information, call (210)690-9569 or go to www.stgeorgesa.org.
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The Miracle Worker Providence's Off Broadway Theatre Troupe, in conjunction with Central Catholic High School, presents The Miracle Worker from Friday, November 6th through Sunday, November 8th. This is the story of 6 ½ year old Helen Keller who, at the age of 19 months, was left visually and hearing impaired by a fever and Annie Sullivan, the 20 year old woman from Boston, who became Helens teacher. Keller became a public icon for what one individual can accomplish against seemingly insurmountable odds. For more information, call (210)224-6651 or go to www.providencehs.net.
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Walk Now For Autism Speaks Don't miss the Walk Now For Autism Speaks event on Saturday, November 7th at the Nelson Wolff Stadium First Base Entrance, located at 5757 W US Highway 90. Free parking onsite. Enjoy activities for the children, resources for families, light refreshments and entertainment. The walk route is approximately 1 mile in length and will wrap around the warning track and bases on the stadium field. Registration opens: 8:00am. Walk Start: 10:00am. For more information, call 281-714-7077 or go to www.walknowforautism.org/sanantonio.
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Playful City USA Enjoy a day of free family fun and activities at Playful City USA on Saturday, November 7th from 10am to 1pm at San Pedro Springs Park, located at 1315 San Pedro Ave. The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Dept. will sponsor a day of entertainment, interactive games and sports, face painting, arts & crafts, food booths, and much more. For more information, call (210)207-3000 or visit www.sanantonio.gov/parksandrec.
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Cokerfest Arts & Crafts Show The 23rd Annual Arts & Crafts show, "Cokerfest", takes place on Saturday, November 7th at Coker United Methodist Church, located at 231 E. North Loop Road from 9am to 4pm. Shop indoors and outdoors with over one hundred vendors. Plan to decorate your home and shop for your holiday gifts. Free massages and blood pressure check. Lunch and refreshments. For more information, call (210)494-3455.
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Winter Wonderland Extravaganza Craft Show & Sale The Winter Wonderland Extravaganza Craft Show & Sale takes place on Saturday, November 7th from 9am to 2pm at Heritage Middle School, located at 8004 New Sulphur Springs Rd. Enjoy 50 vendor booths, concessions, Santa & Mrs. Claus, and more. Email questions to HeritagePTA2010@aol.com or call 210-635-7475.
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Zion Lutheran Church Fall Arts Festival The Fall Arts Festival takes place on Saturday, November 7th from 10am to 4pm at Zion Lutheran Church of Helotes, located at 9944 Leslie Rd. (Loop 1604 & Braun Rd.) Shop booths filled with an array of handmade items! Vendors will be located inside the Family Life Center and outside on the grounds. More info at www.zionhelotes.org or call (210)688-3090.
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AAPAW Super Adoption Event Alamo Area Partners for Animal Welfare, AAPAW, is having a Super Adoption Event on Saturday, November 7th from 10am to 4pm at the PetCo located at 11398 Bandera Rd. The best looking dogs, cats, puppies, kittens will be hanging out hoping for a new family or best pal! All are spayed/neutered, vaccinated and some are also microchipped. Lots of vendors, giveaways, information, micro chips, nail clips and sign ups for low cost spay / neuters for all. For more information, call 210-277-7270.
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Firstmark Teen Volunteer Fair There will be a Firstmark Teen Volunteer Fair on November 7th from 10am to 1pm at the UTSA Downtown Campus inside the Buena Vista Building. Students from all across the city can come out and meet with representatives from many non-profit organizations who are looking for teen volunteers. Free t-shirts and speaker presentations on: college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, civic engagement, and budget basics. For more information, call (210) 308-7858 or go to www.firstmarkcu.org.
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Fall Craft Bazaar St. Francis of Assisi Fall Craft Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 7th from 10am to 5pm and Sunday, November 8 from 10am to 3pm. Enjoy products from over 50 vendors. For more information, call (210)694-6529.
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Augie's Backyard Smoke-Off Do you have the best BBQ in Texas? Prove it at Augie's Barbed Wire Smokehouse Backyard Smoke-Off on Sunday, November 8th at Sunken Garden Theatre. Enter your BBQ for your chance to compete for $2,000 in cash prizes, bragging rights and more. Spectators can enjoy live music, great drink specials, and delicious BBQ! Proceeds to benefit ARTS San Antonio. For more information, visit AugiesBS.com or ArtsSA.org.
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Robert Lee 50th High School Anniversary The first graduating class from Robert Lee High School, in conjunction with MacArthur High School will be celebrating their 50th High School Anniversary, November 6th through 8th. They are still looking for class members to join them for the celebration! Call Sherron at (210)771-0539 or Bob at (210)827-0073 for more information.
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Heritage Children Golf Classic Local non-profit Heritage Children is holding its annual Golf Classic on November 9th at Silverhorn Country Club. Tee off is 1:00. The annual Golf Classic benefits Heritage Children, a Christ centered non-profit organization that provides youth coaching through character development and life skills classes and mentoring. Serving children, youth and young adults ages 6 to 21 in foster care and single parent homes and youth whose parents are incarcerated. For more information call (210)495-5352 or go to www.heritagechildrentx.org.
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Spay & Neuter Rebates The Humane Society of San Antonio is offering a $25 rebate for pet owners who spay or neuter their dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens (2 lbs+) during the month of October. Just spay or neuter your pet with any of 100+ local veterinary hospitals or any of the 5 spay/neuter clinics in San Antonio. Submit your proof of surgery payment by mailing your veterinarians paid invoice or statement (originals only) to: Humane Society of San Antonio, 4804 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX, 78229. The deadline to submit your rebate is November 10th. Limit 20 rebates per household. ONLY residents of San Antonio and Bexar County may apply. For more information, call (210)226-7461 ext. 113.
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Ed Whitacre Lecture In his first public address in Texas since taking over as chairman of General Motors, Ed Whitacre will speak on the American automobile industry and the global economy at Texas Lutheran University (TLU) on Tuesday, November 10th in Jackson Auditorium at 7:30pm. The audience will have the opportunity for Q&A with Mr. Whitacre at the end of his presentation. Admission is free, and doors open at 7pm. Whitacres address at Texas Lutheran University will also be carried live on the Internet via video stream at www.tlu.edu/whitacre. For more information, contact Kathy Hughes at (830)372-8049.
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New World Wine and Food Festival Don't miss the New World Wine and Food Festival from November 10th - 15th as they celebrate 10 years as the premiere wine and food festival in San Antonio. Their vast scope of events offer something for everyone, with any level of wine knowledge or culinary tastes. Buy your tickets today at www.nwwff.org or call 210-822-9555 for more information.
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Jewish Book Festival Don't miss the 27th Annual Jewish Book Festival at the Jewish Community Center, featuring three Author Events: Nov. 1st featuring "Alef Bet Yoga" with Bill Goldeen at 1pm, Nov. 3rd featuring "My Jesus Year" with Benyamin Cohen at 7:30pm, and Nov. 11th featuring "Shiksas, Break Ups, Romantics & Hook Ups" with four authors on one night at 7:30pm. For more information, call (210) 302-6820 or go to www.jccsanantonio.org.
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Salute To Service Concert Celebrate Veterans Day with the San Antonio Symphonys free concert at the Municipal Auditorium on Wednesday, November 11th at 7pm. This annual Salute To Service concert features patriotic favorites and narrator Dave Rios. Honor our military and veterans at this free concert on Veterans Day. For more information, call (210)554-1010.
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Wine And Steak Dinner There will be a Wine And Steak Dinner, sponsored by Father Don C. Shepanski on Saturday, November 14th at the McDonald Family Center at St. Matthews Catholic Church, located at 10703 Wurzbach Rd, starting at 6pm. Tickets are $15 for adults or $7 for children (ages 3-11). Proceeds benefit Blue Santa, Casa De Padres, and more. Dress casual. For tickets, call Ken at 210-736-1165, 210-884-4849 or email kortensie@satx.rr.com.
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NESA West Side Story North East School of the Arts proudly presents the classic American musical theatre production "West Side Story" as the first Musical Theatre production of the 2009-10 season. Performance dates are November 5th through 8th and 12th through 15th. Curtain time on Thursday, Friday and Saturday is at 7:30pm. The Sunday matinees will begin at 2:30. The performances will be held at the Lee High School Theatre, 1400 Jackson Keller Road, and tickets are $10 for reserved seats and $12 at the door (cash or check only). For reservations and information, please call the NESA Box Office at 442-2510.
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Parkinson's Disease 3rd Boot Camp The Parkinson's Disease 3rd Boot Camp will take place on Thursday, November 17th from 9 am to 12 Noon at the Campus of the Jewish Community, Auditorium B & C, located at 12500 NW Military Dr. This free program is designed for newly diagnosed individuals with Parkinsons disease and their support person. For more information, call (210) 349-0096.
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Brackenridge High School Class Reunion Brackenridge High School will hold their Reunion "Gathering Of Eagles" for 1960-1970 classes on November 20th at La Villita Assembly Hall. Music by Canela. For more information, contact Emma at 210-213-5986.
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Mutt Strutt 2009 Join celebrity hosts Sean & Claudia Elliott and support your local Humane Society at the Mutt Strutt on Saturday, November 21st. Bring your four-legged companion to the 3 Mile Walk beginning at 8am at the Humane Society of San Antonio, 4804 Fredericksburg Road. Registration Fee is $25. To create a TEAM you have to first sign up as an individual and then you get the option to create a team. After that is done, others can join your TEAM. For more information, call 210-226-7461 x1111 or visit www.sahumane.org.
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Sidney Lanier 35 Year Reunion The "original" Sidney Lanier Class of '74 is celebrating their 35th Class Reunion on Saturday, November 21st at El Tropicano Hotel in the Coronado Ball Room from 6:30pm to 1:00am. For more information, call (210)661-0552, (210)478-9849, or (210)412-6510.
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Family Justice Center The Family Justice Center needs volunteers weekdays to work two four-hour shifts welcoming clients and helping them access available services. Training is provided. All volunteers must attend an orientation November 21st. For more information, call (210)207-2305.
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Harlequin Dinner Theatre Open Auditions The Harlequin Dinner Theatre will hold open auditions for "The Hollow", a mystery by Agatha Christie on Monday and Tuesday, November 23rd and 24th from 7pm to 8:30pm. For further information, call the theatre at (210)222-9694.
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Holiday Fun At The San Antonio Botanical Garden Join the seasonal fun at the San Antonio Botanical Garden! The Lucile Halsell Conservatory will be transformed with hundreds of holiday plantings. Garlands, ribbon, and festive wreaths will adorn the entire Garden, creating a true Texas holiday experience. Special holiday activities planned for Family Day include the Wiggle Waggle train, a Polar Express performance by Caralyn Snyder, and holiday-themed crafts. Photographer Greg Harrison will be available the weekends of November 21-22 and 28-29, from 10 am to 4 pm, to take "Holiday Family Photos" at the East Texas Log Cabin. For more information, call (210) 207-3250 or go to www.sabot.org.
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Christmas In Comfort Christmas In Comfort, one of the area's most popular holiday events, will draw visitors to the Texas Hill Country for holiday shopping and family fun on November 28th, the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The event offers more than 150 vendors, a full day of holiday activities from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and a lighted night parade at 7 p.m. featuring the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. The town offers three shopping areas: the downtown historic district, the Highway 87 shopping district and the shops along Highway 27. There is no admission fee for Christmas in Comfort. For more information, call 830-995-3131 or visit www.comfortchamberofcommerce.com.
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Fox Tech 40 Year Class Reunion Fox Tech Class of 1969 is having their 40 Year Class Reunion on November 28th at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 1710 Clower, Jubilee Hall. For more information contact Joyce at 210-408-2994 or Rosie at 210-313-1703.
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Mission For Health Open Hill Country Mission For Health is proud to announce the Mission For Health Open. The golf tournament, originally scheduled for Monday, October 26th, has been rescheduled for Monday, November 30th at the Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club. Greg Simmons from KSAT-TV will be the emcee for the event. For more information on entry fees and sponsorships for the Mission for Health Open, call 830-849-0130 or visit www.missionforhealth.org.
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El Papalote Connects With Community El Papalote Taco & Grill proudly announces a month-long promotion guaranteed to warm your belly and your heart. For the entire month of November, El Papalote will donate 10 percent of all taco and nacho sales to the Autism Treatment Centers of Texas (ATC). Donation applies to all purchases of regularly priced Bean and Cheese Nachos, Chicken Nachos and Nachos Papalote (with beef fajita meat), as well as all single beef, chicken and shrimp tacos, plus taco combo plates. For more information, call (210)495-3999 or email alejandrogalicia85@elpapalote.com or franciscovenegas@elpapalote.com.
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Helotes Humane Society 5K Walk/Run Helotes Humane Society is holding a 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, December 5th at Soler's TriSport, located at 14405 Old Bandera Road, Helotes TX 78023. Dogs leashed are welcome to walk/run with all. Regisration begins at 7am and race begins at 8am. Award ceremony at 9:30am. For more information, call (210 )287-3831.
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David Rogers' Big Bugs The San Antonio Botanical Society is sponsoring David Rogers' "Big Bugs" exhibit, on display at the San Antonio Botanical Garden from September 5th through December 6th. The exhibit features gargantuan 25-foot long ants, a 17-foot dragonfly, a 25-foot tall preying mantis, and more. There are interactive programs as well for children and families. The exhibit continues through December 6th. For more information, call (210)829-5100 or go to www.sabot.org.
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Breakfast With Santa The San Antonio Police Officers' Association Benefit Fund is hosting their Breakfast With Santa on Sunday, December 13th at the Crowne Plaza Riverwalk, 111 East Pecan Street. Registration starts at 9:00 am and Breakfast and pictures start at 10:00 am. Reservations are preferred. For more information, please contact Marisa at marisa@sapoa.org or 210-452-6418.
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German Christmas Candlelight Celebration The German Weihnachtsfeier Society willl sponsor the 105th Annual German Christmas Candlelight Celebration on Sunday, December 13th at 5:30pm at the Margarite B. Parker Chapel on the Trinity University Campus. The San Antonio Liederkranz, Beethoven Mannerchor and chapel organist Dr. David Heller will perform. Free admission. For more information, call (210)826-0255 or (210)342-5765.
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Pet Pals Santa Paws Project Each holiday season, Pet Pals of Texas helps disadvantaged pet owners with disabilities and chronic/terminal illnesses celebrate the joy of Christmas by delivering packages filled with festive toys and treats for their furry, feathered, or finned family members through their Santa Paws Project. They are requesting donations of new (or gently used) pet toys and treats to make sure that each pet in the program gets a present from Santa. Drop off donations of pet toys and treats at Castle Hills Self Storage, Camp Bow Wow, The Fairmont Hotel, and Fifi & Fido's Pet Boutique. For more information on being a part of this truly heartwarming endeavor, call Linda at 210-788-0136, or email petpalsoftexas@aol.com.
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Snickers Bar Hunger Snickers is making a difference in the fight against hunger. With your help, Snickers and Feeding America will reach the goal of providing over 3 million meals to hungry families in need. In addition to providing over 3 million meals, Snickers will also match any donation you make up to $25,000, dollar for dollar. Do your part by joining the cause and help Bar Hunger. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/snickers.
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Texas Flu Information Flu season is underwayboth seasonal flu and H1N1 flu cases have been reported in Texas. Flu activity in Texas is classified as widespread. To reduce the spread of flu viruses, Texans are encouraged to do three things: Wash hands often, cover coughs and sneezes and stay home if sick. Basic flu symptoms include fever, cough and sore throat that usually come on suddenly. Most flu cases can be successfully treated at home. A key resource can help with flu-related questions, Texans can now dial 2-1-1 to receive over-the-phone medical guidance about what they should do if they or a family member have flu symptoms. Another key resource is www.TexasFlu.org.
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