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Fun Things to Do In and Around 78209

STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN BOTANICAL GARDENS On Thursdays, March 4- April 29 | 10AM – 10:30AM Each children’s story time session features a different nature themed book designed to stimulate young minds and foster an appreciation for the great outdoors. Families are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on during story time. Recommended for ages 5 and under. Sabot.org

BEAUTIFUL MINDS-DYSLEXIA AND THE CREATIVE ADVANTAGE DOSEUM Now through March 28 | 10AM - 4:30PM Explore the successes of those who think and thought outside the box when faced with the challenges of dyslexia and learn about some of the tools and resources for diagnosis and pathways to success. doseum.org

UNDER ONE SKY DOSEUM Now through May 15 | 10AM - 4:30PM We all live under the same sky. Enjoy a special installation by San Antonio-based artist Mark Menjivar. In this immersive display, photographs of the San Antonio sky will adorn The DoSeum lobby, featuring special messages of hope and promise from the youth of our city. doseum.org MAKER WORKSHOPS DOSEUM March 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 3PM – 4 PM Located in Innovation Station, Maker Workshops are dropin programs open to children ages 6-11. The Innovation Workshop can accommodate 16 students. Programs are aligned to Maker-Centered Learning pedagogy and best practices. Doseum.org

THEATER FOR THE VERY YOUNG: EVERYTHING IS ROUND BY THE MAGIK THEATER BOTANICAL GARDENS March 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 9:30AM – 10:15AM This immersive experience for children ages zero to five is designed to challenge our youngest friends to see shapes all around them using music, captivating movements, and hands-on sensory experiences. Theatre for the Very Young invites parents and children to share a gentle introduction to the world of theatre in a toddlerfriendly atmosphere. Performance takes place outdoors Sabot.org

MAKE & TAKE: DECORATED FOCCACIA CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL March 11 | 3PM – 5PM Explore the possibilities of creating an edible work of art. They’ll provide you with the raw dough and an assortment of toppings, including, fresh vegetables, herbs, olives, capers, and roasted peppers. While your bread bakes, they’ll show you how to produce a basic focaccia and you’ll sample some with a variety of toppings and fillings. You’ll take your decorated loaf with you at the end of class. centralmarket.com

FAMILY FLASHLIGHT NIGHT BOTANICAL GARDENS March 12 | Member admission at 5:30PM │ General admission 6PM – 8:30PM Bring your flashlight and experience the nocturnal side of the garden with the family. Explore the Botanical Garden by moonlight, find your way through the light maze, as well as enjoy hands-on activities and fun tours. Drinks, food and DIY s’mores kits available for purchase. Sabot.org

GUIDED WATERSAVER WORKSHOP BOTANICAL GARDENS Thursday, March 18 | 10AM – 11:30AM Come see what’s in bloom! Explore the Botanical Garden’s WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist. Space is limited. Registration deadline is Wednesday, March 17 at 10 AM Sabot.org

MAKE & TAKE: EMPANADAS CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL March 20 | 3PM -5PM Learn to make these Mexican hand pies that can serve as appetizers or a meal. You’ll learn how to make two doughs and the fillings; then you’ll master the art of creating an empanada to your taste and you can take 6 of each appetizer-sized empanadas with you at the end of class. centralmarket.com

GUIDED TEXAS BIRDWALKING WORKSHOP BOTANICAL GARDENS March 20 | 9:15AM – 11AM Learn about resident and migrant birds at the Botanical Garden, their characteristics, and their requirements for food, nesting, and protection. Face coverings required. Space is limited. Sabot.org

BOSTON SEAFOOD CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL March 21 | 5PM – 7PM One of the oldest cities in the U.S., Boston is not only known for its sports teams, world class universities, and historic sites of interest but also has a well-deserved reputation as a food destination. Spend an evening learning to make these seafood dishes based on classics served in popular restaurants throughout the city. centralmarket.com

DIY SUSHI WITH CHEF WILLIAM PITCHFORD, GODAI SUSHI BAR 7 RESTAURANT BOTANICAL GARDENS March 21 | 11AM– 12:30PM & 1PM – 2:30PM Participants will learn about the history and art of sushi making, then partake in crafting their own sushi: California roll, shrimp tempura, and spicy tuna hand roll. Contact kflores@sabot.org with questions. Registration deadline March 19 at 11 AM Sabot.org

COCKTAILS & CULTURE: EQUINOX & ELIXIRS WITTE MUSEUM March 25 | 7PM - 9PM Cocktails and Culture is a rain or shine event. Tickets are non-refundable. All themed activities and beverages are available while supplies last. wittemuseum.org RISE & RECHARGE WITTE MUSEUM March 14 | 10:30AM - 11:30AM Stretch, rise and renew with Half Moon Power Yoga at the Witte Museum. Enjoy a mindful experience in our garden amongst our 300-year-old Bald Cypress trees. Yoga session be a sequence of balancing postures, synching breath and movement. Bring a friend to relax and recharge for the week. Wittemuseum.org

MONARCH FEST SAN ANTONIO ZOO March 27 – 28 A two-day festival celebrating all things monarchs, milkweed, and migration! Receive free native milkweed and native nectar plant seeds, participate in fun games and crafts, and learn how you can help end the extinction of the monarch butterfly. Sazoo.org

JUNGLE BOOGIE BREAK SAN ANTONIO ZOO March 27 – 28 San Antonio Zoo gets even wilder during Jungle Boogie Break! The zoo will transform into a roaring good time from March 6 – 21 for Jungle Boogie Break. Enjoy live music, dance parties, food, and drinks! Members can experience Jungle Boogie Break for FREE. Sazoo.org MAKE & TAKE SPA DAY FAVORITES CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL March 30 | 3PM – 5PM Learn to create these luxurious bath bombs, masks and body scrubs so that you can pamper yourself at home. You’ll mix, measure, and blend and take your preparations with you at the end of class. centralmarket.com

IN PURSUIT OF A FLAVOR: A TRIBUTE TO EDNA LEWIS CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL March 31 | 6:30PM – 8:30PM This menu, created by one of the greatest of American chefs and the African-American woman known for almost single-handedly reviving the almost forgotten art of refined Southern cooking, is from the pages of The Edna Lewis Cookbook, first published in 1972. You’ll pick up tips as we show you how to make each dish while you sit back and enjoy the meal, perfectly paired with wine. PLEASE NOTE: You will enjoy a dinner and demonstration of techniques but will not be cooking during class. centralmarket.com

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A PROMENADE THROUGH THE PARK BRACKENRIDGE PARK March 24 | 5:00PM The 2021 fundraising event is a once-in-a-lifetime drive-thru experience. Guests will go on a socially distanced driving excursion through Brackenridge Park to areas that are no longer open to the public. There will be live entertainment from The Dirty River Jazz Band. Guests can pick up their upscale pre-packaged gourmet picnic from The RK Group. BrackenridgePark.org