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Contents

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President’s Greeting

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Fiesta® Sponsors

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Mayor’s & Military Coordinator’s Greeting

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Fiesta® Poster Artist

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Fiesta® Commission & Fiesta® Store Staff

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Schedule of Events

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Fiesta® Board of Commissioners

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Parade Route Map

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Fiesta® Executive Committee

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Fiesta® Royalty

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What is Fiesta® ?

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Miss Fiesta®

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Order of the Cascarón

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Military Ambassadors

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The Spirit of Volunteering

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Fiesta® & Military Ambassadors

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PUBLISHER John R. Melleky, CFRE Fiesta® San Antonio Commission

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EDITOR Shannon Huntington Houghtaling Fiesta® San Antonio Commission

MAGAZINE DESIGN Dante Klar Media Group

ADVERTISING Christine Hope Fiesta® San Antonio Commission

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Fiesta® Events

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Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation

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Former Presidents

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Participating Member Organizations

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Join Us

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Fiesta® Members

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Fiesta® Advertisers

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Fiesta® History

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CONTRIBUTING WRITER Shannon Huntington Houghtaling

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Special Thanks to Jonathan Alonzo Photography, Fiesta® Official Photographer, and to the Participating Member Organizations who contributed photographs.

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Greeting president’s

The celebration of Fiesta® began 123 years ago with a single event the first Battle of Flowers® parade commemorating the Battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto. Today, Fiesta® consists of an extensive variety of events produced by more than 100 independent nonprofit organizations. Events range from the pomp of fanciful royalty, exciting military displays, fun carnival rides, authentic Mexican rodeos and active fitness events to timeless historical celebrations, lively concerts, unique visual arts exhibitions, interesting botanical and scientific offerings, enlightening educational opportunities, delicious culinary flavors and beautiful parades—both small and large. Fiesta® continues to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom, and all heroes—past and present— whose sacrifices keep our beloved Country safe.

In 1959 the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission was created in coordination with the City of San Antonio as an independent nonprofit organization designed to oversee and coordinate the massive effort of producing San Antonio’s largest citywide celebration. The Fiesta® Commission works year-round to preserve and promote the culture, history, heritage and traditions of our great city. We acknowledge and thank the City of San Antonio, the Mayor, City Council Members, County Officials and our local Military for helping us maintain a secure and enjoyable environment for all. We depend on and thank the more than 100 Participating Member Organizations and their 75,000 volunteers who host the events, along with our generous corporate partners and members, whose financial contributions help make this fantastic festival possible.

A big Viva! to all for the sustained commitment, boundless enthusiasm and hard work on behalf of Fiesta®!

Finally, an enthusiastic Viva! to the more than 3.5 million San Antonio residents and visitors whose participation make this festival one of the biggest and best in the world! The overall annual economic impact of Fiesta® San Antonio has been estimated at $284 million dollars going into our community and generating in excess of $3 million dollars in charitable contributions each year. The money that the 100 plus nonprofits earn from their Fiesta® events is re-invested in our community through their various projects, making Fiesta® a “Party with a Purpose” that lasts all year long!

I am honored to lead the Fiesta® Commission to its 123rd celebration, encompassing 18 fun-filled days in 2014. I am thankful for those who paved the way and placed confidence in me to carry on the tradition.

The year has been filled with one-of-a-kind experiences and amazing people who inspire me every day. Join me in kicking off this “Party With a Purpose” with an Opening Ceremony at Fiesta Fiesta® in front of the Alamo on Thursday, April 10. On behalf of our Participating Member Organizations, PMO and Elected Commissioners, Executive Committee, other Volunteers, Commission Members, Staff and Sponsors—we thank you for making Fiesta® the success that it is.

Viva Fiesta®!

Jack C. Hebdon, Jr. President, Fiesta® San Antonio Commission

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MAYOR’S

As Mayor of the City of San Antonio, I would like to welcome everyone to Fiesta® 2014!

Fiesta® is San Antonio’s “Party with a Purpose.” Fiesta® events raise funds for educational scholarships and nonprofit organizations, which help San Antonians all year long. Fiesta® generates more than $284 million for the economy of San Antonio – the biggest event in the city by far.

This year, we will have more than 100 events. These events would not be possible without the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission, which consists of more than 100 nonprofit organizations and 75,000 volunteers. These dedicated individuals make Fiesta® a resounding success year after year.

The Fiesta® Commission and the City of San Antonio are again working together on “Fiesta® Verde,” which promotes recycling at Fiesta® events. The Fiesta® Commission has earned several Gold awards for the Best Environmental Program from the Texas Festivals and Events Association.

This is the fourth year of “Fiesta® Fit,” our initiative to provide healthier food alternatives along with the traditional food offerings.

Fiesta® 2014 promises to be the most successful we’ve ever had!

Viva Fiesta®!

Mayor Julián Castro

MILITARY COORDINATOR’S

I take great pride in representing San Antonio’s military members as we join our local friends for this Texassized Fiesta® celebration. Our partnership with the people here, and their unwavering support and commitment to America’s men and women in uniform, is unparalleled.

Fiesta® is a terrific opportunity for the Armed Forces in San Antonio to join the community in remembrance and celebration as we honor the brave people at the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto more than 175 years ago.

As military members, it’s also an opportunity to reflect upon our own commitment to serving this great country and the pride we take in defending her citizens and keeping her free.

I look forward to the cultural traditions, rich heritage and old-fashioned fun that Fiesta® always brings. On behalf of the more than 120,000 military and defense civilian members who call San Antonio home, Viva Fiesta®!

Viva San Antonio! Viva Fiesta®!

Robin Rand General, USAF Commander, Air Education and Training Command

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Staff commission

John R. Melleky, CFRE CEO

Christine Hope Director of Corporate & Media Relations

Hank Reyes Director of Finance

Victoria Stendebach Executive Secretary

Shannon H. Houghtaling Director of Communications & Consumer Marketing

Nick Kaylor Director of Operations

Thalia Williams Office Manager

Mary Yearwood Volunteer & External Relations Manager

Mari Morales Director of Retail Management

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Store Staff Kristelle Ali, Joni Belk, Rachel Castillo, Victoria Flores, Marisa Ramirez

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BOARD OF

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ELECTED FIESTA速 COMMISSIONERS Terms Through 2014 Stanton Bell, Jr., Daniel Castellanos, Carolyn Cohen, Gloria Steves-Dilley, Bill Drain, David Jauer, John Meyer, Susan Reed, Raymond Torres, Terri Upton

Terms Through 2015 Randy Bear, Mae Escobar, James Fenimore, Debbie Gonzaba, Penny McCutchen-Gardner, Norma Reyes, Alvaro Rodriguez, Stuart Seal, Marvinette Smith, Pete Van de Putte

Terms Through 2016 Thomas (Pre) Ball, Sara Cook, Gloria De Hoyos, Tina Drain, Dennis Gutzman, Susan Heinemeyer, Joe Ramirez, Steve Rosenauer, Rollette Schreckenghost-Smith, Jeanie Travis

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Committee EXECUTIVE

Jack C. Hebdon, Jr. President

Fernando Reyes President-Elect

Marilyn Eldridge Immediate Past President

Erwin J. De Luna Treasurer

Vonzetta Hickman Senior Vice President

Virginia Van Cleave Secretary

Marcie Ince Vice President

Bill Mitchell Vice President

Byron Le Flore, jr.

Presidential Appointee

Anne Ballentyne Battle of Flowers® Association

Rodrigo Gaona Asociación De Charros de San Antonio

G. Salvador Gutierrez Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc.

Claus Heide Beethoven Mannerchor

Liz Jauer Military-Civilan Club

Mark Johnson, Jr. The Texas Cavaliers

Sue Ann Pemberton San Antonio Conservation Society

Tom Sandoval Rey Feo Scholarship Committee

Darrell Stewart St. Mary’s University Alumni Association

Drew Stewart Order of the Alamo

Brian Weiner El Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation

Ed Wilson San Antonio Zulu Association

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Fiesta速 San Antonio is one of the biggest festivals in the United States and takes place each April to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, celebrating the diverse heritage, culture and spirit that make up the city of San Antonio.

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Fiesta® is also the “Party With a Purpose” because more than 100 local nonprofit organizations and military units create the more than 100 terrific events you can enjoy over 18 days. Those groups then spend the rest of the year giving back to their community. They provide education, religious ministries, the arts, athletic opportunities for youth, health services and the defense of our great country.

resentatives from those 100+ local nonprofit participating member organizations. This dedicated group works year-round to coordinate the thousands of details and day-to-day tasks essential to plan this huge city-wide event. The Commission also serves as a liaison between those nonprofit members, local military organizations and the City of San Antonio. City services are essential to the conduct a successful Fiesta®.

Almost 3.5 million people attend Fiesta® San Antonio—with 20% coming from out of town. They generate an economic impact of more than $284 million, making Fiesta® by far the biggest festival in the city.

The Fiesta® Commission returns more than $1 million to the community each year through allocations to Fiesta® events that are not financially self-supporting; providing bleachers and logistical infrastructure to the Battle of Flowers® and Fiesta Flambeau® Parade associations; and licensing more than 100 other small nonprofit groups (church groups, youth groups, civic organizations) to sell street chairs along the parade route.

Since 1959 the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission, an independent nonprofit organization, has overseen this massive effort. The Commission is governed by an all-volunteer board of community leaders and rep-

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Cascarón order of the

Each year more than 75,000 San Antonians of all ages, from all walks of life and from all areas of the community contribute a tremendous amount of time and effort to the making of Fiesta® San Antonio. This year-round work of so many makes Fiesta® one of the truly unique festivals in the country.

In 1992 the “Order of the Cascaron” was established to recognize “super volunteers” - those individuals who have made singularly outstanding contributions to Fiesta® throughout the years. A sincere thanks is extended to these exemplary volunteers!

1992 (Charter Members) Carol Canty Nancy Clayton Louis Engelke* Roger A. Flores II* James Gorman, Jr. Bob Heckman Virgil Maximo* Naomi Russell-Wolfman* Logan Stewart*

1998 Donald Morris* Pete Ortiz Janice Ricks

1993 Robert Carlson Agnes Harwood Donald Moyé Dennis O’Malley* Thad M. Ziegler

2001 Joan Gaither Tom Sineni*

2009 Fred Middleton Gloria Ray John Steen

2002 Jane Cheever Powell Thad W. Ziegler

2010 Erwin J. De Luna Joanna Parrish

2003 Claus Heide Louis Sanchez

2011 Marilyn Eldridge

1994 Frank Burney Linda Lee Davis* Pete R. Martinez 1995 Nick Garza Robert Mason 1996 Frank Butler* Paul R. Rossbach 1997 Marshall T. Clegg

1999 Marsha Hendler Lee Vogel 2000 Orlando Cisneros Edward Steves

2004 Les Paulick Robert D. Reed* 2005 Jack Hebdon Susie Martin Penny McCutchen-Gardner

2006 Rosemary Kowalski Mary Schug* 2007 Mary Begia Amelia Garza 2008 Rick Uriegas Virginia Van Cleave

2012 Randy Bear Vonzetta Hickman 2013 Evangelina Flores * Deceased

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Since 1959 the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission has been led by a volunteer board that includes community leaders and representatives from its nonprofit member organizations. Every year more than 75,000 volunteers from all areas of our community contribute a tremendous amount of time and effort into the making of Fiesta® San Antonio making it one of the country’s truly unique festivals.

Of the 75,000 volunteers who assist in Fiesta® activities, some volunteers go above and beyond the usual duties of any Fiesta® position. In 1992, the “Order of the Cascarón” was established to recognize the extended efforts of these “Super Volunteers” who have made singularly outstanding contributions to Fiesta®. Members of the Order of the Cascarón have made contributions which clearly reflect extraordinary achievements and have made a positive long lasting effect on Fiesta®.

“As a native San Antonian, I have many happy memories of Fiesta®, especially as a member of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission, the Battle of Flowers® Association and the Order of the Cascarón, said Suzie Martin, President of the Order of the Cascarón. “ A Fiesta® friend once said to me that she always thought of the Order as the ‘Hall of Famers’ of Fiesta®, and that is something that makes all of us proud,” she added.

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“The Order of the Cascarón currently has 42 members and our new 2014 inductees receive their commemorative medal and red sash during the Board of Commissioners meeting in March. The induction ceremony is always a special event with Highlands High School ROTC participating in full regalia. The highlight of the new inductees’ selection is riding in the Battle of Flowers® and Fiesta® Flambeau® parades,” said Martin.

Membership into the Order of the Cascarón is open to any Fiesta® volunteer who has shown outstanding efforts and anyone may nominate a volunteer as a candidate for membership. From the nominees, the Order of the Cascarón chooses volunteers to recognize as new members.

Volunteers While the members of the Order of Cascarón are recognized as “Super Volunteers” in the organization, Fiesta® is too large a task for them to handle alone. In addition to the Order of the Cascarón, the Fiesta® Commission works with volunteers year-round that contribute to the overall success of Fiesta® San Antonio.

The Fiesta® San Antonio Commission serves as the umbrella organization for the over 100 nonprofit participating member organizations that run the official Fiesta® events. In fact, the Commission

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works year-round to coordinate the thousands of details and dayto-day tasks essential to the planning and execution of the huge city-wide celebration these local nonprofit organizations present.

It also acts as the liaison between participating member organizations, local military activities taking part in Fiesta® and the departments of the City of San Antonio that provide key services absolutely essential to conduct Fiesta® San Antonio. One of the most important functions of the Fiesta® Commission is the funding of Fiesta® events that are not financially self-supporting.

When Fiesta® volunteers serve, they are serving more than the Commission, they are donating their time and efforts to all 100+ nonprofits the Commission supports. Their work through the Fiesta® Commission assists in the planning, programing and overall success of the citywide festival. The Fiesta® Commission recognizes that without the many, hardworking volunteers, Fiesta® would not be able to achieve the success gained throughout the years!

The Fiesta® San Antonio Commission needs you! A variety of volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year from administrative support, support for The Fiesta Store® and event coordination to crafting and community outreach.

Become a volunteer today by filling out an application at www. fiesta-sa.org/getinvolved.

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2014 poster

Artist Marcelino Villanueva Marcelino Villanueva credits Rudy Trevino, his art instructor at Lanier High School for teaching him to paint in different mediums. After having completed a two year course in advertising at San Antonio College, he began his career in advertising in 1979, with experience in design, marketing and illustrations. In the late 1980s he made the transition to using a Macintosh in the computer graphics field.

Villanueva credits his inspiration for the 2014 Poster, Fiesta® Loteria, to his background and experiences. “Within my Hispanic culture and tradition, lies my foundation for my driving force in being an artist,” said Marcelino. The poster is based the poster on the very popular Mexican Loteria game and the symbols are designed to capture the different events of Fiesta® such as the Carnival; traditions like Show Us Your Shoes® and royalty; and foods such as gorditas and tacos.

Marcelino has received numerous recognitions and rewards for his artistic talents including the 2012 Fiesta® Poster, 1st Annual Tejano Conjunto Poster, Barrio Clinic Poster, Lonestar & Gebhart Chili Poster and community recognition for painting three large murals at San Juan Del Los Lagos Church and Shrine on a volunteer basis.

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SUNday, March 30th FIT FOR A PRINCESS: SELF-ESTEEM WORKSHOP, Walzem Family YMCA, 5538 Walzem Road

10 am-12 pm

Saturday, april 5th FIESTA® ESPECIAL 5K RUN AND PARADE, City of Windcrest Hall 9 am-1:30 pm BATTLE ALS WITH FLOWERS, Valero Energy Corp, 1 Valero Way 9 am-1:30 pm GROWING UP FEMALE WORKSHOP, University of the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 11:30am-1:30 pm NAACP YOUTH IMAGE AWARDS, DoubleTree Hotel, 37 Northeast Interstate 410 Loop 4-11 pm BEST OF THE WEST, Our Lady of the Lake University, 411 SW 24th Street 8 am

sunday, april 6th FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO MARIACHI MASS, San Fernando Cathedral 10:30 am-2 pm CHAMPAGNE AND DIAMONDS BRUNCH, Alzafar Shrine Auditorium, 901 North Loop 1604 West 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 3-5 pm FIESTA® TEENAGE CORONATION, The Bright Shawl, 819 Augusta Street 8 am

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FRIday, april 11th JBSA-LACKLAND FIESTA® MILITARY PARADE, Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland Parade Grounds, East of SW Military Drive 10 am-5 pm RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza 10 am-5 pm FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza 11 am-3 pm FIESTA® UTSA, UTSA Main Campus, Sombrilla Plaza, One UTSA Circle 5-11 pm FIESTA® OYSTER BAKE, St. Mary’s University Campus, One Camino Santa Maria 5-11 pm A TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS, Sunken Garden Theater, Brackenridge Park, 3875 N St. Mary’s Street 5:30-11:30 pm ALAMO HEIGHTS NIGHT®, University of the Incarnate Word 7:30 pm-Midnight WEBB PARTY, Lambermont Estate, 950 East Grayson Street 8 pm-1 am FIESTA® MASQUERADE PARTY, Omni Colonade Hotel, 9821 Colonade Boulevard 9-10 am

SATURday, April 12th ANY BABY CAN’S 10TH ANNUAL WALK FOR AUTISM, AT&T Center, 1 AT&T Center Parkway 8 am-12 pm 10K WALK: CAMINADA DE FIESTA, Fort Sam Houston, Army Medical Museum 9 am-1 pm ZETA FIESTA® TRACK MEET, Sam Houston High School, 4635 E. Houston Street 10-11:30 am SAN JACINTO VICTORY CELEBRATION, The Alamo 10 am-2 pm VIVA BOTÁNICA, San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place 10 am-2 pm EARTH DAY Woodlawn Lake, 1103 Cincinnati Avenue 10 am-4 pm CELEBRATION OF TRADITIONS POW WOW, Woodlawn Gymnasium, 1103 Cincinnati Avenue 10 am-5 pm RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza 10 am-5 pm FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza 10 am-6 pm FIESTA® DE LOS NINOS, Port San Antonio, 200 Donald Goodrich 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 11 am-11 pm FIESTA® OYSTER BAKE, St. Mary’s University Campus, One

Camino Santa Maria 12-4 pm MR. TEEN SAN ANTONIO SCHOLARSHIP AND MENTORING BANQUET, Kendrick Enlisted Club, Building 1039, Randolph Air Force Base 12-11 pm A TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS, Sunken Garden Theater, Brackenridge Park, 3875 N St. Mary’s Street 1-2:30 pm THIS HALLOWED GROUND, Alamo Plaza 1-10 pm PIÑATAS IN THE BARRIO, Historic Guadalupe Plaza, 1327 Guadalupe Street 7-11 pm CHIPS N SALSA, El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel, 110 Lexington Avenue 8 pm-Midnight INCOGNITO MASKED BALL, Whitley Conference Center, 285 Oblate Drive 7-11 am

Sunday, April 13th 10 am-5 pm

RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza

New Event

VIA Park & Ride Available

Tickets Sold Online and at The FIESTA® Store®

FREE Event

Sunday, April 13th Continued

Saturday, April 19th Continued

10 am-5 pm FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza 10:30 am-4 pm FIESTA® NUEVA , St. John’s Lutheran Church, 502 E. Nueva 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 12-5 pm FUNDAY SUNDAY, Clark High School, 5150 DeZavala Road 12-11 pm A TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS, Sunken Garden Theater, Brackenridge Park, 3875 N St. Mary’s Street 12-10:30 pm DECO DISTRICT ARTS AND MUSICAL FESTIVAL, Heart of the Deco District, 1800 Fredericksburg Road 1-6 pm A DAY IN OLD MEXICO AND CHARREADA, Lienzo Charro, 6126 Padre Drive 1-9 pm FORT SAM HOUSTON FIESTA® CEREMONY AND FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA, Fort Sam Houston MacArthur Parade Field 2-5 pm HEALTHY CHOICES SEMINAR, St. Philip’s College Heritage Rooms, 1801 Martin Luther King Drive 3-8 pm CHILI QUEENS CHILI COOKOFF, The Bonham Exchange, 411 Bonham Street

FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-6 pm FIESTA® ARTS FAIR, Southwest School of Art, 300 Augusta 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-4 pm FIESTA® DE LOS VETERANOS, Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 11 am-Midnight FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 5:30-6:30 pm CROWN THE KING! PUBLIC CROWNING OF REY FEO, Arneson River Theater 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 7-8:30 pm INVESTITURE OF KING ANTONIO XCII, Alamo Plaza 7-11 pm ALL-AMERICAN CANTEEN, Mission Room, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 200 E. Market Street 7 pm-Midnight REY FEO CROWN CELEBRATION!, Lonesome Dove Room/River-level Grotto, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 200 E. Market Street 7:15-11 pm PATRIOTIC AND HISTORIC BALL, Scottish Rite Ballroom, 308 Avenue E 8 pm FIESTA® POPS, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street

Monday, April 14th 10 am-5 pm 10 am-5 pm

RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza

Tuesday, April 15th 10 am-5 pm 10 am-5 pm

RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza

Wednesday, April 16th 10 am-5 pm

RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza 10 am-5 pm FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW, Main Plaza 10:30 am-1:30 pm THE CUTTING EDGE FIESTA® FASHION SHOW, Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, 101 Bowie Street 10:30 am-3 pm FIESTA® HAT CONTEST, LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW, Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade, 9821 Colonnade Boulevard 5-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street

Thursday, April 17th 10 am-3 pm 10 am-5 pm 10 am-5 pm 6-11 pm

FIESTA® ESPECIAL CELEBRATION DAY, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE, Alamo Plaza FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street

Friday, April 18th FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 6 pm-Midnight FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 8 pm FIESTA® POPS, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street 10 am-5 pm

Saturday, April 19th 8 am 9 am-4 pm 10 am-2 pm 10 am-4 pm

SAN ANTONIO ROADRUNNER FIESTA® MISSION 10K, Brooks City Base FIESTA® LACROSSE TOURNAMENT, St. Mary’s Hall FIESTA® OLE STYLE SHOW, LUNCHEON AND BAZAAR, Oak Hills Country Club, 5403 Fredericksburg Road FIESTA® FESTIVAL, San Antonio State Supported Living Center, 6711 S. New Braunfels

10 am-5 pm

Sunday, April 20th 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-5 pm FIESTA® ARTS FAIR, Southwest School of Art, 300 Augusta 12-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 12-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, PerryGeithing House, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street

Monday, April 21ST Time TBA

SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE MULTICULTURAL CONFERENCE, 1300 San Pedro 10 am-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-12 pm AIR FORCE AT THE ALAMO, Alamo Plaza 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 4-5 pm PILGRAMAGE TO THE ALAMO, Alamo Plaza 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 6-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 7-9:30 pm TEXAS CAVALIERS RIVER PARADE, San Antonio River Walk. Tune into KSAT for live television coverage!

Tuesday, April 22nd Time TBA

SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE MULTICULTURAL CONFERENCE, 1300 San Pedro 9:30-11:30 am CHILDREN’S TEXAS HISTORY FORUM, Location TBD 10 am-8 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 2-4 pm FIESTA® FLOWER SHOW, 1717 San Pedro 6-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street

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VIA Park & Ride Available

Tickets Sold Online and at The FIESTA® Store®

FREE Event

Tuesday, April 22nd Continued

Thursday, April 24th Continued

5:30-10:30 pm A NIGHT IN OLD SAN ANTONIO® (NIOSA®), Downtown Historic La Villita 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 7-10 pm MARIACHI FESTIVAL, River Walk, Downtown Horseshoe Loop 7:30 & 10 pm CORNYATION, Charline McCombs Empire Theater

7:30 & 10 pm

Wednesday, April 23rd SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE MULTICULTURAL CONFERENCE, 1300 San Pedro 10 am-3 pm FIESTA® FLOWER SHOW, 1717 San Pedro 10 am-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 12 pm-Midnight FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO, San Fernando Cathedral 11 am-1 pm ARMY AT THE ALAMO, Alamo Plaza 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 5-10:30 pm FIESTA® FANTASIAS “PARKS ROCK,” HemisFair Park 5 pm-Midnight FIESTA® GARTENFEST, Beethoven Garten, 422 Pereida 5:30-10:30 pm A NIGHT IN OLD SAN ANTONIO® (NIOSA®), La Villita 5:30-10:30 pm A TASTE OF THE NORTHSIDE, The Club at Sonterra 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 6-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 7-10 pm MARIACHI FESTIVAL, River Walk, River Bend and Extension of Paseo del Rio 7:30 & 10 pm CORNYATION, Charline McCombs Empire Theater 8-10 pm CORONATION OF THE QUEEN OF THE ORDER OF THE ALAMO, Majestic Theater, 226 E. Houston Street Time TBA

Thursday, April 24th SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE MULTICULTURAL CONFERENCE, 1300 San Pedro 9 am-1 pm SENIOR FIESTA®, Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Road 9 am-5 pm SAN ANTONIO CACTUS & XEROPHYTE SOCIETY SHOW AND SALE, San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels Avenue 10 am-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-6 pm ST. PHILIP’S COLLEGE CULTUREFEST AND RIB COOKOFF, St. Philip’s College, 1801 Martin Luther King Drive 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-2 pm NAVY DAY AT THE ALAMO, Alamo Plaza 11 am-9 pm PALO ALTO COLLEGE PACFEST, Palo Alto College, 1400 W. Villaret Boulevard 12 pm-Midnight FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO, San Fernando Cathedral 12 pm-Midnight 10TH STREET RIVER FESTIVAL, VFW Post 76, 10th Street and Avenue B 1-4 pm MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR, 409 E. Guenther Street, King William District 5-9 pm FAMILY FIESTA®, Colonial Hills United Methodist Church, 5247 Vance Jackson 5-10:30 pm FIESTA® FANTASIAS “PARKS ROCK,” HemisFair Park 5 pm-Midnight FIESTA® GARTENFEST, Beethoven Garten, 422 Pereida 5:30-10:30 pm A NIGHT IN OLD SAN ANTONIO® (NIOSA®), La Villita 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 6-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 6:30 pm-9 pm BATTLE OF FLOWERS® BAND FESTIVAL, Blossom Athletic Center, Jerry Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsburger Road 7-10 pm MARIACHI FESTIVAL, River Walk, River Bend and Extension of Paseo del Rio Time TBA

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Friday, April 25th SAN ANTONIO CACTUS & XEROPHYTE SOCIETY SHOW AND SALE, San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels Avenue 10 am-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11:30 am BATTLE OF FLOWERS PARADE®, Parade Route. Tune into KSAT for live television coverage!

12 pm-Midnight FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 12 pm-Midnight FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO, San Fernando Cathedral 12 pm-Midnight 10TH STREET RIVER FESTIVAL, VFW Post 76, 10th Street and Avenue B 1-10 pm FIESTA® WORLD CLASS JAZZ CONCERT, St. Mary’s University, One Camino Santa Marina 5 -10:30 pm FIESTA® FANTASIAS “PARKS ROCK,” HemisFair Park 5 pm-Midnight FIESTA® GARTENFEST, Beethoven Garten, 422 Pereida 5:30-10:30 pm A NIGHT IN OLD SAN ANTONIO® (NIOSA®), La Villita 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 7-10 pm MARIACHI FESTIVAL, River Walk, River Bend and Extension of Paseo del Rio 7-10 pm FIESTA® SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE, Tri-Point YMCA, 3233 N. St. Mary’s Street 9 am-5 pm

New Event

VIA Park & Ride Available

Tickets Sold Online and at The Fiesta Store®

FREE Event

saturday, April 26th

saturday, April 26th Continued

FIESTA® POOCH PARADE, Alamo Heights Swimming Pool, 250 Viesca 8 am-5 pm TEXAS CORVETTE ASSOCIATION CAR SHOW, Main Plaza, Town Square, Boerne, Texas 8 am-5 pm FIESTA® JAZZ BAND FESTIVAL, St. Mary’s University, Conference Room A, One Camino Santa Maria 8 am-8 pm SAN ANTONIO WOMEN’S & CO-ED FIESTA® SOCCER TOURNAMENT, STAR Soccer Complex, Wurzbach Parkway 9 am-5 pm SAN ANTONIO CACTUS & XEROPHYTE SOCIETY SHOW AND SALE, San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels Avenue 9 am-6 pm ALAMO CITY FIESTA® RUGBY TOURNAMENT, Brooks Field Park, 3605 Goliad Road 9 am-6 pm KING WILLIAM FAIR, King William Historic District 10 am-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 10-1 am FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-3 pm UNITED WAY KIDS FESTIVAL, Lockwood Park 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 11 am-Midnight FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 12 pm-Midnight 10TH STREET RIVER FESTIVAL, VFW Post 76, 10th Street and Avenue B 12 pm-1 am FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO, San Fernando Cathedral 1 pm UTSA FOOTBALL FIESTA® SPRING GAME, Alamodome 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street

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Sunday, April 27th FIESTA® WILDFLOWER BIKE RIDE, Morgan’s Wonderland, 5223 David Edward Drive 8 am-8 pm SAN ANTONIO WOMEN’S & CO-ED FIESTA® SOCCER TOURNAMENT, STAR Soccer Complex, Wurzbach Parkway 10 am-Midnight FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE, Market Square 11 am-4 pm SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW, Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Road 11 am-8 pm ST. GREGORY’S FIESTA® DE LA FAMILIA, St. Gregory the Great Church, 700 Dewhurst 11 am-11 pm SAN JOSE MISSIONFEST, Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Avenue 12-5 pm FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway 12-6 pm FIESTA® BLUES HERITAGE SERIES, Sam’s Burger Joint, 330 E. Grayson Street 12-11 pm FIESTA® CARNIVAL, Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street 1-2 pm ALL VETERANS MEMORIAL SERVICE, Veterans Square, Auditorium Circle, Jefferson Street at East Martin 1-6 pm A DAY IN OLD MEXICO AND CHARREADA, Lienzo Charro, 6126 Padre Drive 3-5 pm 5TH ANNUAL FIESTA® CONCERT, Thiry Auditorium, Our Lady of the Lake University 4-6 pm PRAISE DANCE CELEBRATION, Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry 4-7 pm REINA DE LA FERIA DE LAS FLORES RECEPTION, Location TBD 5 pm MUSIC FROM ST. MARK’S, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 315 E. Pecan 5:30 pm-1:30 am TEJANO EXPLOSION, 700 W. Houston Street 8 am-5 pm

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San Antonio residents and visitors enjoy three premier parades during the 18 days of Fiesta®.

• The Texas Cavaliers River Parade, April 21 In this parade King Antonio makes his official entrance for Fiesta® San Antonio. Starting in 1927 the “monarch of merriment” arrived by plane, train or automobile. In 1941 the Texas Cavaliers celebrated the completion of improvements to the San Antonio River Walk with the first River Parade, where the floats really float. The King has been delighting audiences along the River Walk ever since.

• The Battle of Flowers® Parade, April 25 It’s the “grandmother” of them all, the oldest event of Fiesta® San Antonio. Ladies first paraded their flower-covered carriages around the Shrine of Texas Liberty in April 1891 to commemorate the battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto. Today the parade is the largest in the country to be managed entirely by women. More than 200 floats, bands, balloons and entertainers will march down the 2.6-mile parade route.

• The Fiesta Flambeau® Parade, April 26 In 1948 Fiesta® legend Reynolds Andricks created the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade to attract more visitors to San Antonio. He scheduled it as a night parade and encouraged organizations to light up their floats. Groups of men carrying torches, or flambeaus, helped brighten the way along the parade route. Today gaily lit floats, dancers and bands make the Flambeau® Parade the nation’s largest illuminated night parade.

VIA Park & Ride Available to events where indicated Avoid the traffic and parking hassles by riding VIA Park & Ride to many of the biggest Fiesta® events.

Cost is $2.50 each way for adults and $1.25 each way for children 5-11, senior citizens 62 or older and students with a VIA Reduced Fare ID. To buy your ride tokens in advance or for details on the service times and locations go to www.viainfo.net or call (210) 3622020.

In 2012, the San Antonio City Council approved an amendment to its nonsmoking ordinance. Smoking will be prohibited within the public right of way or on city property along the three major Fiesta® parades (Texas Cavaliers River Parade, Battle of Flowers® Parade and Fiesta Flambeau® Parade).

The goal is to create a cleaner, healthier environment for the hundreds of thousands spectators who come to enjoy these wonderful Fiesta® events.

In the United States there were parades even before the Revolutionary War. Some of the oldest parades in the nation include:

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Mardi Gras Parade New Orleans, LA

1924

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade New York, NY

1890

Tournament of Roses Parade Pasadena, CA

1940

Aquatennial Torchlight Parade Minneapolis, MN

1891

Battle of Flowers® San Antonio, TX

1941

Texas Cavaliers River Parade San Antonio, TX

1907

Grand Floral Parade Portland, OR

1948

Fiesta Flambeau® Parade San Antonio, TX

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VIA Streetcar Service & Schedule

Blossom Park & Ride (Bitters At Jones Maltzberger)

Red Route Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Blue Route Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Yellow Route Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Friday 7 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.

Saturday 7 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.

Sunday 9 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Purple Route Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Randolph Park & Ride (Randolph Blvd. At I-35)

Crossroads Park & Ride (I-410 & I-10) Malda Transit Center (I-35 At Zarzamora)

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Royalty fiesta®

King Antonio XCII King Antonio XCII, Donald E. Miller, Jr. (De), has been a member of the Texas Cavaliers since 1998 and is honored to serve the community and the Cavaliers as King Antonio this year. He has played an active role in the Texas Cavaliers organization for many years, most recently serving as Commander in 2013 and as River Parade Marshal in 2010.

One aspect of the Cavaliers that has changed tremendously over the past 15 years – and is very meaningful to De – is the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation. Proceeds from the River Parade and other Texas Cavaliers fundraising activities support a large number of area children’s charities and organizations. A highlight of De’s reign as King Antonio will be delivering checks totaling more than $300,000 on behalf of the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation to over 40 outstanding children’s organizations. Since its founding in 1989, the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation has distributed more than $3 million to the children of San Antonio!

Born and raised in San Antonio, De graduated from Alamo Heights High School and received a bachelor’s degree in business administration, with a specialization in finance, from Texas Christian University. He has worked in the insurance industry for 20 years and is the owner of the Donald E. Miller Agency, Ltd. De is also involved with investment and management in the oil and gas industry and commercial real estate. He and his wife, Amy, have two children.

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ganizations, and participated as a member of the Fiesta® Commission Executive Committee in 2005 and 2013.

Queen of the Order of the Alamo Tobin Simpson is a lifelong resident of San Antonio. Growing up she was a student at St. Mary’s Hall and later a graduate of the North East School of the Arts. Tobin went on to attend Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) where she received a bachelor of fine arts in historic preservation and a bachelor of fine arts in architecture in 2012.

She continued her studies at SCAD and received a masters in architecture in 2013.

She is currently employed at Ford, Powell and Carson as a historic preservation specialist and designer. Tobin is proud to be back in San Antonio, a city rich with culture and traditions. She has been honored to represent The Order of the Alamo as its Queen in 2013.

Rey Feo LXVI Growing up in San Antonio, Jimmy Green attended both SAISD and NEISD schools. He was a member of the water-ski team featured during the world’s fair at Hemisphere ’68. In 1970, he began as a stocker in the high end menswear retail industry working for the Satel family. With State Honors in Distributive Education at MacArthur High School, he discovered salesmanship to be his strong suit and rose quickly among the ranks at Satel’s.

He was introduced to the fine jewelry industry in 1975.

His passion and strong work ethic, along with educational course work from the Gemological Institute of America, took Jimmy from sales associate to management. In 1985, he accepted a position with Dennis Jewelry Company as general manager. After two decades of service Jimmy decided to fulfill his destiny by opening a fine jewelry salon of his own.

Located in the Vineyard Shopping Center, J. Green Jewelers opened in November 2005 as a full service fine retail jeweler. J. Green Jewelers has been recognized with many outstanding awards locally and nationally, which helped create their sterling reputation within the industry.

Jimmy Green believes in giving back to the community and serves on several boards and belongs to several civic and charitable organizations.

He is most proud of his membership with the Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation and is honored to be the candidate chosen

by LULAC Council #2. Jimmy and J. Green Jewelers have generously supported over 200 different local charities, including schools and churches.

Jimmy is married to his wife of over 36 years, Pamela.

They are blessed to have a son and daughter. He and Pam are also blessed with a granddaughter, Payton Michelle Green. He is fortunate to have his parents, AnnaBelle and Moss Green and his siblings, all living in or near San Antonio. Jimmy is firmly rooted in his Christian faith and very involved with Community Bible Church.

Reina de la Feria de las Flores Marisol Garza’s early school days started at the “threeyear old program” at St. George Episcopal School. During her time at St. George, Marisol joined Girl Scout Troop 611 and for the next eight years donated her time to many community efforts including the Ronald McDonald House, Arts & Craft fairs, delivery of Christmas presents to the not-so-fortunate, singing at senior citizen homes, Christmas caroling on the River and becoming a top seller of Girl Scout cookies year after year.

Marisol enjoyed playing soccer and basketball at St. George and played tennis for Whispering Oaks Club, but her real passion was awakened when she entered Antonian College Preparatory as a freshman. Marisol was a de-

fense specialist for the Antonian Varsity Volleyball team and a 3-time TAPPS state champion before moving to manager her senior year.

The dedication and determination that Marisol shows daily, on and off the court, clearly mark what Marisol is made of: health and pure determination to excel. Marisol also serves as the Varsity Softball manager achieving the coveted 2012 TAPPS State Championship title.

Marisol made the honor roll her junior year at Antonian, she has been an office aid for the last two years and truly enjoys the African Awareness Club, Spanish Honors Club and Photography Club just to name a few. Participating in the ACTS retreat as a sophomore was a great experience, making life long relationships and strengthening her ties to the already great life in the Antonian community.

Marisol demonstrated defined character by declining a comfortable office job at her family’s restaurant to work steadily at The Wash Tub, a summer job that she got on her own. In her early years Marisol’s wish was to become an Air Traffic Controller, and while aviation is still one of her passions, she has developed more interest in the detective/criminal law field.

Marisol is the daughter of Charlie Garza (Rey Feo LXI) and Blanca Aldaco and her older sibling, Adriana Garza, is an Antonian graduate who is a sophomore at Texas Tech University. Marisol owns two miniature Pinschers, Mia and Lola; a recently-adopted hamster, Hami; and a beautiful black Labrador, Bruno, purchased at an Antonian Gala silent action.

Miss Fiesta San Antonio® Victoria Flores grew up immediately south of San Antonio in Medina County. Growing up in a small town has given her the realization that each person has the ability to make a difference in the community. She was raised to believe in herself, share her talents and help her environment. This very mindset is what led her to apply for the Miss Fiesta San Antonio® internship in 2013.

Victoria is proud to have led the Miss Fiesta San Antonio® program into its newest chapter under the Fiesta® San Antonio Charitable Corporation. As Miss Fiesta® 2013 she spent her year inspiring healthy living and spreading

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awareness throughout the community. The health fairs she organized reached over 1,000 people in the community and provided numerous free services throughout the city. Her work is being highlighted this coming May at the Community-Campus Partnerships for Health International Conference.

This past December she graduated with honors from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where she earned a bachelor of science in Nursing. While at the Health Science Center she directed health trips to border regions of South Texas that brought primary and preventive care to locals who lacked access to care, served as the implementation director for the ACT Together for Health project organizing students to lead informational sessions about Affordable Care Act Coverage and volunteered as a mentor and exam content reviewer in the School of Nursing.

She currently works as a fitness instructor teaching Cycle, Zumba and weight lifting formats helping people to reach their fitness goals. After taking her RN licensing exam in February she hopes to begin her career as a nurse as she awaits graduate school admission to further her education in community health nursing.

Fiesta® Teen Queen Mallory Rae Mulder is the 18 year old daughter of Steve and Dawn Mulder and the granddaughter of Wayne and Barbara (BJ) Duncan. Mallory has been involved with The Woman’s Club of San Antonio, which is a charter member of the Fiesta® Commission. She has been in the Fiesta® Teenage Queen Coronation for 15 years. She is extremely appreciative of all the Woman’s Club members who have continuously inspired and encouraged her. The Club has been a great role model for Mallory and she hopes that she will represent them well as she participates in the 2014 Fiesta® events.

Mallory is a senior at Smithson Valley High School where she maintains straight A’s and participates in FACS, a community service organization. Giving back to the community is extremely important and rewarding to Mallory. Her re-

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cent community service projects have included organizing a bowling field trip for mentally and physically handicapped students, participating in a 30 hour famine to raise hunger awareness and providing childcare for a local bible study for young mothers. Mallory is constantly planning and executing service projects in San Antonio and Bulverde. Mallory plans on attending Texas Tech after graduation to majoring in Retail Management minoring in Business.

As a native of San Antonio, Mallory’s favorite time of the year is Fiesta®. She is amazed at the many blessings that come from Fiesta®. Mallory was honored to represent The Woman’s Club as a Fiesta® Princess in 2013 and is looking forward to being the Fiesta® Teen Queen 2014. Mallory will be crowned on Sunday, April 6th, at The Bright Shawl.

Queen of Soul Brittany D. Thompson is a 22-year old recent graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is the 45th Queen crowned by San Antonio Queen of Soul, Inc. through its annual pageants.

She received her bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management and currently works full-time as a Human Resources Administrative Assistant. Brittany plans on continuing her education by getting her MBA in Human Resources Management and receiving her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) License. Her ultimate goal is to become a Director of Recruiting. She enjoys recruiting and reaching out to new tal-

ent in both the professional and social world. Brittany is a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Co-Ed Professional Business Fraternity (UTSA Alumni) and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Brittany appreciates the honor of being the 45th Queen of Soul for San Antonio in 2013 and has high hopes of making sure the tradition is continued for many years to come.

“Young girls are the future of America, it is important to ensure they know their worth so that they can succeed in everything they do,” said Bvritany. She believes that Fiesta® Royalty is not all about the glitz and glamour, but it is about getting out there and giving back to your community—using Royalty as a platform to make great things happen.

Charro QueeN Gabriela Sofia Gonzalez is a life long resident of San Antonio and is currently a junior at Incarnate Word High School.

She has traveled throughout the city and state making efforts to promote “Charreria,” the National Sport of Mexico. Her involvement with the San Antonio Charro Association has been since birth tracing her families’ involvement to 1951, and she made her first presentation with Fiesta® at the age of eight months.

She competes in the charreria riding with an all female side saddle equestrian drill team (Escaramuza).

As Charro Queen 2014, she represents the oldest Charro Association in the United States and the first outside the Republic of Mexico, promoting and preserving a Mexican custom and cultural art with it rich traditions that span over 200 years.

Gabriela is the daughter of Robert and Noemi Gonzalez.

After graduating from high school she aspires to attend college pursing a degree in speech pathology.

Miss San Antonio Miss San Antonio 2013 is Brooklyn Dippo, a senior at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas. At age 17, Brooklyn was one of the youngest winners crowned in recent pageant history. She hopes to pursue a career as an environmental engineer for oceanic conservation. She is the daughter of Betsy Dippo and Jim Foderaro of San Antonio, Texas.

Before entering high school, Brooklyn earned the Alkek Scholarship, a four-year fulltuition scholarship, to attend TMI. Currently ranked third in her graduating class, Brooklyn is a National Merit Commended student, the Rotary liaison for the InterAct Club, and a member of the TMI Science Club. She also enjoys theatre and has performed principle roles in three school productions.

A believer in the importance of a strong mind, spirit and body, Brooklyn is also the President of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a varsity swimmer and a former varsity cross country and soccer athlete. She has also participated in several athletic charity events including a six-mile paddle boarding race, Paddle for Parkinson’s.

Brooklyn’s platform, “Drive Safe, Not Silly,” encourages children, teens and adults to stay focused on safe and responsible driving, both when behind the wheel and as passengers. She is currently visiting schools to inform students how to decrease their risk of being in a car accident.

With college on the horizon, Brooklyn has applied to several esteemed universities across the United States including Pepperdine, University of San Diego, MIT, SMU, Trinity, and UT. Born and raised in San Antonio, she decided to run for Miss San Antonio 2013 in order to give back to her community before leaving for school. Brooklyn feels humbled and honored to serve as role model to young girls while raising awareness for the importance of safe driving.

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Miss Fiesta San Antonio® began in 1949 and a separate organization was formed to oversee Miss Fiesta®. She was selected in a beauty and talent pageant, where she was awarded with a scholarship to continue her education. As the economy worsened and production costs increased, the 60+ year tradition of Miss Fiesta® was in jeopardy.

Beginning in 2013, the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation assumed responsibility for the long-standing Miss Fiesta San Antonio ® program. In order to become a charitable program, the selection process changed from a beauty pageant to an internship, during which Miss Fiesta San Antonio® executes a community service project.

“It has truly been a wonderful experience to serve this past year as Miss Fiesta San Antonio® 2013. This year has been filled with many amazing people and opportunities throughout our great city.

I will cherish every memory of the storybook readings, Zumba classes, health fairs, military brigade runs, parades, career days, community fairs and food on a stick. Furthermore, I am honored to have paved the way for the implementation of the new Miss Fiesta San Antonio® Internship Program.

Miss Fiesta San Antonio® selects one program area from the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation to develop and implement a project plan around that area. Projects coincide with the program areas of the Charitable Corporation: Arts & Culture, Safety & Environment, History & Heritage, Education and Health & Wellness.

Miss Fiesta San Antonio® serves as one of nine official royalty who reign over the city’s annual Fiesta® celebration. During Fiesta®, Miss Fiesta San Antonio® attends Fiesta® events as an ambassador, raising the public’s awareness of Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation, her project plan and volunteerism.

The Fiesta® San Antonio Commission would like to congratulate and thank Miss Fiesta San Antonio® 2013, Victoria Flores, for her dedication and commitment to the vital mission of the Charitable Corporation. Victoria centered her platform around preventative Health Care and Fitness. As she passes her crown and reign to the 2014 Miss Fiesta San Antonio®, Victoria shares her gratitude and the opportunities she has been able to experience through this ambassadorship:

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As a recent nursing school graduate, I have used the opportunity as Miss Fiesta San Antonio® to build partnerships between the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation and local health and wellness businesses to increase the overall health and wellness in San Antonio. By combining the tradition and cultural spirit of Fiesta®, exciting music of Zumba Fitness®, fun-filled atmospheres of Síclovia and Traders Village and a passion for community health, I created the first Miss Fiesta® Health Fairs on behalf of the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation. I wanted to ensure we created an event that was welcoming to everyone and allowed the community to learn about their health in a fun and comfortable setting.

Health Fair opportunities included BMI, Hypertension, Diabetes and Hyperlipidemia screenings, flu vaccinations, dental cavity risk assessments, pulmonary disease education, overactive bladder and incontinence education, nutrition education, Affordable Care Act information, CHIP and Medicaid information, lead poisoning information, physical therapy information, live Zumba classes, kids fitness activities and local health services from Metropolitan Health District and NIX Health.

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The Miss Fiesta® Health Fairs reached nearly 1,000 people in our community. At the Traders Village Health Fair 375 people received glucose and cholesterol screenings, over 450 people received blood pressure screenings, 200 people received flu vaccinations and over 60 people participated in the live Zumba class. Additionally, 93% of people reported their health concern questions were answered and 90% reported they learned something new at this health fair.

Combining the ideas of Fiesta® San Antonio, the environments of Traders Village Flea Market and Síclovia and the community health partnerships formed, these health fairs created the ideal abstract for the 2014 Community-Campus Partnerships for Health International Conference where I will be presenting a poster display of my work this May in Chicago, IL. As I enter my nursing career and crown the new Miss Fiesta San Antonio®, I am excited to see what new projects await our city.”

Viva Fiesta!

Victoria Flores, Miss Fiesta San Antonio® 2013

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Ambassadors military

U.S. Air Force Ambassadors Kathryn North Staff Sergeant 382d Training Squadron Hometown: Greenfield, IN Responsible for teaching up to 700 trainees annually in diagnostic imaging and continuing the professional development of 121 Air Force trainees, as well as Army and Navy counterparts.

Daniel P Anderson Technical Sergeant 323d Training Squadron Hometown: Belmont, NH Responsible for conducting basic military training, initiating civilians into the Air Force way of life and training newly assigned Military Training Instructors who have completed the Military Training Instructor School.

U.S. Marine Corps Ambassadors Dawn P. Callaway Sergeant 4th Reconnaissance Battalion Hometown: Princeton, TX Financial Manager responsible for financial management relevant duties for appropriated funds in support of 4th Reconnaissance Battalion. Provides leadership guidance, supervision and counseling to junior Marines, as well as financial guidance to outlying companies within the Battalion.

Dustin R. Johnson Sergeant 4th Reconnaissance Battalion Hometown: Brodhead, WI Responsible for maintenance and operation the 4th Reconnaissance Boat locker, Amphib locker and Dive Locker.

U.S. Coast Guard Ambassadors Wanda Tarasiuk Chief Petty Officer Coast Guard Cryptologic Unit-Texas Hometown: Fajardo, Puerto Rico Responsible for analyzing and reporting highly technical information of strategic and tactical importance to fleet commanders and national intelligence agencies while deployed on board Coast Guard Vessels.

Jim Chance Petty Officer 2nd Class Coast Guard Recruiting Office San Antonio Hometown: San Antonio, TX Responsible for processing applicants for accessions into the Coast Guard, marketing the Coast Guard to potential recruits and the public, representing the Coast Guard in various military ceremonies and conducting military funeral honors.

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U.S. Army Ambassadors Doreen Suerte Fajota Sergeant Brooke Army Medical Center Hometown: Bacolod City, Phillipines Responsible for the daily clinical operations of the OB/GYN Clinic.

John Joseph Gurisko Sergeant First Class ARMY SOUTH Hometown: River Rouge, MI NCOIC for the G-3, Exercises HCA Branch, responsible for supporting annual planning conferences and meetings for planning teams; supporting the HCA Branch by tracking section training requirements and accountability; planning Operational Planning Teams; and supporting the Branch Chief.

U.S. Navy Ambassadors Luz M. Vazquez Petty Officer Second Class Navy Recruiting District San Antonio Hometown: Lamont, CA Responsible for the enlistment of highly qualified officers and enlisted personnel for active service in the regular and reserve components of the United States Navy.

Joseph Fountain, Jr. Petty Officer First Class Navy Information Operations Command Texas Hometown: Callahan, Florida Responsible for providing daily leadership and administrative oversight for more than 30 personnel supporting a national mission.

PARTICIPATING MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS UNITED STATES ARMY Headquarters United States Army North Headquarters United States Army South Headquarters United States Army Installation Management Command Headquarters United States Army Mission & Installation Contracting Command United States Army Medical Command United States Army Medical Department Center and School United States Army Environment Command United States Army Veterinary Command United States Army Dental Command 32rd Medical Brigade 410th Contracting Support Brigade 412th Contracting Support Brigade Brooke Army Medical Center Southern Regional Medical Command 5th Recruiting Brigade 5th Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command 470th Military Intelligence Brigade 106th Signal Brigade UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 4th Recon Battalion, 4th Marine Division UNITED STATES COAST GUARD USCG Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities Coast Guard Cryptologic Unit, Texas TEXAS ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TEXAS AIR NATIONAL GUARD

UNITED STATES NAVY Medical Education and Training Command Navy Medicine Education and Training Navy Medicine Training Support Center Navy Medicine Information Systems Support Activity Joint Information Operations Warfare Center Navy Operational Support Center Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio Navy Information Operations Command Navy Recruiting District Navy Technical Training Center Joint Electronic Warfare Center UNITED STATES AIR FORCE 502nd Air Base Wing Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland 37th Training Wing 59th Medical Wing, Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency 24th Air Force 67th Network Warfare Wing 688th Information Operations Wing 433rd Airlift Wing 149th Fighter Wing Air Force Medical Operations Agency Air Force Civil Engineers Center Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph Headquarters Air Education and Training Command Air Force Recruiting Service Air Force Personnel Center 12th Flying Training Wing

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AmbassadorS Long known by many as “Military City USA,” San Antonio has rich military traditions that date all the way back to our city’s origin.

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Clockwise from Top Left: 2nd Infantry Division in the Battle of Flowers Parade®, 1924; Kelly Field Float, Battle of Flowers Parade®, 1928; General Brees, Commander of the VIII Corps, served as Military Coordinator for Fiesta® in 1937. He participated in the official review of the Battle of Flowers Parade® on Alamo Plaza with other military and civic leaders.; members of the 2nd Infantry Division guard the float ridden by Elizabeth Bennett, Princess of the Black Sea, Court of the Mediterranean, 1928.

Photos Courtesy of the Witte Museum

With three large military installations, and units from each branch of service in town, it is fitting that the military plays a royal role in Fiesta®, but it wasn’t always that way.

For more than 50 years the military was little-involved in the cultural celebration. Things changed in the early 1950’s when Reynolds Andricks, the president and founder of The Fiesta® Flambeau® Association, noticed the lack of military presence throughout the various events celebrated throughout San Antonio.

Andricks met with each of the base commanders in San Antonio and established the creation of military royalty for the Flambeau® Parade. Each military installation voted for one military “Queen” to represent the base during the Flambeau® Parade. In the late 1980s, the royalty tag shifted to involve a male and female representative from each base and today’s annual tradition of military

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ambassadors was born.

Throughout the years, the military queens and ambassadors paved the way for a much larger military presence throughout Fiesta®.

Military bands play every type of music imaginable, senior leaders meet with business leaders, military floats and marching units walk the nearly three-mile parade routes. Any time a man or woman in uniform arrives at an event throughout Fiesta® it was likely made possible because of the origins of the modern day ambassadors.

Each year the military ambassadors become the face of their branch of military service during Fiesta®. Representing the importance of the city’s military roots, the ambassadors attend numerous events. They are a strong representation of the royalty of San Antonio’s largest, and longest standing event.

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All rentals during April 17 – April 27, 2014 will receive a complimentary up-grade to include access to the Witte’s new “Fairytale Fiesta” exhibit (a $1,000 value).

Call today to book your event or to schedule a tour of our facilities at (210) 357-1896.

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Did you know that every single one of the more than 100 official Fiesta® events of 2014 is sponsored by a local nonprofit group or military organization? The 100 nonprofit member organizations of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission work throughout the year to help their neighbors. Those organizations’ Presidents and Fiesta® Commissioners are listed for each event. These groups join to make Fiesta® San Antonio one of the country’s biggest and best festivals.

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Tickets sold at The Fiesta Store®

Official Events That Start or Take Place Before Fiesta® San Antonio Saturday, March 15 46TH ANNUAL QUEEN OF SOUL SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT San Antonio Queen of Soul, Inc. PMO President: Ben Burleson PMO Commissioner: Sharalyn King-Johnson March 15, 8:01-10:30 p.m.

Carver Cultural Community Center, 226 N. Hackberry Street The Queen of Soul Scholarship Pageant provides San Antonio with a representative from the African-American community to take part in Fiesta®, civic and other community activities throughout the year. The pageant is designed to create enthusiasm in young ladies and help them be aware of not only their beauty, but also their charm, poise and intellectual ability. Each lady in the pageant is a true representative of her community, school or career. The contestants take part in several competitions, including talent and an interview with judges. The 2014 Queen of Soul will be crowned at the evening’s climax.

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Saturday, March 22 LUTHERAN CORONATION San Antonio Lutheran Coronation Association PMO President: Mary Eaton PMO Commissioner: Sandy Liwang March 22, 7-9:30 p.m.

Scottish Rite Auditorium, 308 Avenue E Lutheran Coronation, a ministry to and for Christian youth, brings together artistic design and grace-filled movement and pageantry. It is a means of bonding families in service to the greater San Antonio community. Enjoy the exquisite, beautiful, handmade gowns—each created by young women and their families and friends. Be a part of a San Antonio tradition and enjoy an artful evening that is brought to life through beauty, song, textiles and dance.

Begun in 1958 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in downtown San Antonio, Lutheran Coronation partners with helping service agencies across the city ensuring a quality of life for the underprivileged. Its purpose has remained the same for more than 50 years, honoring young Christian men and women.

Admission is $15.

210.827.9093 | www.salutherancoronation.com

The mission of San Antonio Queen of Soul is educating underprivileged individuals in their social and civic responsibilities and opportunities to assist young ladies in the achievement of excellence in their future career paths. The organization has had enormous success providing the Queens and Princesses with scholarship money for their education.

Admission is $15.

210.788.9746 | penny315@sbcglobal.net | www.saqos.org

Saturday, March 29 FIT FOR A PRINCESS: SELF-ESTEEM WORKSHOP AND CORONATION Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation PMO President: J Renee McGhee PMO Commissioner: Claudette Cochrane Lewis Workshop: March 29, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Coronation: March 30, 3 p.m.-5 p.m.

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Walzem Family YMCA Fit for a Princess is a free self-esteem program sponsored by the Cherice Cochrane Foundation and hosted the Walzem Family YMCA for girls ages 5-8. The program uniquely brings together inner and outer beauty lessons, building good character with true beauty and practical skills—all culminating in a Fashion Show and Coronaton. Princess sashes and tiaras will be given to all participants. Instructions are offered in the following: Personal hygiene and skin care, fitness and health, manners and etiquette, poise, princess crafts and creative dancing. What makes a little girl, “Fit for a Princess”? It’s her inner and outer beauty, self-image, confidence, character and compassion for others.

Pre-registration is required. Limited to first 50 registrants.

210.378.1268 | info@thecochranefoundation.org | www.thecochranefoundation.org

opportunity to participate in a hands-on flower arranging presentation and tutorial under the guidance of a Local Texas Master Florist. All materials are provided so that each guest can create a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement to take home and enjoy throughout Fiesta®! In addition, guests will enjoy a silent auction, an elegant lunch and a live auction of creations made by guest florists who are local to San Antonio. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., along with a continental breakfast and the silent auction. The tutorial starts at 9:30 a.m. Lunch is from 12- 1:30 p.m.

All proceeds from the event benefit The ALS Association Texas Chapter (Lou Gehrig’s disease). The ALS Association (ALSA) is the only national nonprofit health organization dedicated solely to the fight against ALS. ALSA covers all the bases—research, patient and community services, public education and advocacy—in providing help and hope to those facing the disease.

Admission is $85.

210.733.5204 | j.dyer@alsa-texas.org | www.alsa-texas.org

Saturday, April 5 FIESTA® ESPECIAL 5K RUN AND PARADE Reaching Maximum Independence, Inc. PMO President: Pamela Kelly PMO Commissioner: Melanie Cawthon April 5, 8 a.m.

City of Windcrest Hall Kick off Fiesta® with a 5K Run and Parade through the beautiful city of Windcrest. Parade watching is free. (bring your own chair) Reaching Maximum Independence, Inc. (RMI) assists adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their maximum level of independence through educational outreach, vocational and residential services. RMI supports our community with events such as Fiesta Especial® and AccessAbility fest, both created for individuals with all types of disabilities.

Admission for is $25 for the 5K and $20 for a one-mile walk.

210.656.6674 | melanie@rmihomes.org | www.FiestaEspecial.com BATTLE ALS WITH FLOWERS The ALS Association Texas Chapter PMO President & Commissioner: Bonnie Walsh April 5, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Valero Energy Corp, 1 Valero Way This is a unique floral event unlike other flower shows. Guests have the

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GROWING-UP FEMALE WORKSHOP Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. PMO President: Karen Douglas PMO Commissioner: Debra Tanner April 5, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

University of the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway The San Antonio Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. hosts its annual “Growing-Up” Female Workshop, designed specifically for teenage girls in grades 6 through 12. The workshop provides an enriching experience through motivational speakers, engaging activities and that all-important “girl talk” addressing critical issues young ladies are challenged with in this day and time. Pre-registration and parental consent are required because of limited seating. Registration forms are available at www.dstsanantonio.org. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided.

210.269.6218 | deltadeb78@gmail.com | www.dstsanantonio.org

SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW Sculptors Dominion International Inc. PMO President & Commissioner: Gilbert Barerra April 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 26, 27, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson An exhibit of large outdoor sculpture, this is Fiesta®’s “quiet event.”

Seventy sculptors from 10 states and six countries showcase more than 100 sculptures. All works are for sale. This high-end cultural exhibit is staged in a six-acre manicured sculpture garden. Photography and “sketching” welcome. Sculpture classes and memberships are available.

The Sculptors Dominion International Inc. exposes the Fiesta® community to the art and culture of outdoor sculpture “al fresco” (open air).

experiences; fostering spiritual, personal and professional growth; and preparing students for success and continued service.

Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 12 and younger.

210.431.3985 | fiesta@ollusa.edu | www.ollusa.edu/fiesta

Admission is $5. School class tours are free during the week by appointment.

210.696.9813 | gilbertebarrera@ gmail.com | www.sculptorsdominion.com NAACP YOUTH IMAGE AWARDS San Antonio NAACP Youth Council PMO President: Taylor Dismuke PMO Commissioner: Regina Horne-Espree April 5, 11:30 a.m.

Double Tree Hotel, 37 NE Loop 410 The San Antonio NAACP Youth Council hosts its 13th Annual Youth Image Awards. This luncheon honors Outstanding Youth in the Community. The Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technical, Scientific Olympics (ACTSO) recipients are honored along with the coronation of Mr. and Miss NAACP 2014.

The San Antonio NAACP Youth Council programs are designed to assist youth in leadership, economic empowerment, civil rights and education. Programs are held each year to strengthen members in the areas above.

Sunday, April 6 FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO MARIACHI MASS San Fernando Cathedral PMO President: Very Rev. Tony Vilano, J.C.L PMO Commissioner: Janie Vela-Cavazos April 6, 8 a.m.

San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza This is a public celebration of the Eucharist at San Fernando Cathedral, where all are welcome to attend.

Now in its 18th year, the annual Mariachi Mass blesses all Fiesta® Royalty, commissioners and participants as they embark on their various commitments during Fiesta®. Fiesta® Commission and Fiesta® Royalty are scheduled to attend the Mass.

Those who are practicing Catholics may participate in the Mass.

Arrangements for participation in the Mass must be made with two month’s notice.

210.227.1297 | jvcavazos@att.net | www.catholicearth.com/sfcathedral

Admission is $40.

210.325.5857 | naacpyouthsa@yahoo.com BEST OF THE WEST Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) PMO President: Sr. Jane Ann Slater PMO Commissioner: Dan Yoxall April 5, 4-11 p.m.

411 SW 24th Street

CHAMPAGNE AND DIAMONDS BRUNCH Lo Bello Women’s Association PMO President: Anita Heim PMO Commissioner: Lisa Ramos April 6, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Alzafar Shrine Auditorium, 901 N Loop 1604 W

The Best of the West Fiesta® event celebrates San Antonio’s Westside by showcasing its delicious food, talented artisans and lively music. Held at San Antonio’s ‘Jewel of the Westside,’ Best of the West is a family-friendly event that features area restaurants, local bands, artists, children’s entertainment and OLLU students, faculty, staff and alumni. All profits benefit scholarships for OLLU students.

Do you like bling? Do you like bubbles? Then don’t miss the Lo Bello Women’s Association annual Champagne and Diamonds Brunch.

Have a fabulous time with old and new friends and sip champagne with Fiesta® Royalty! This unique event combines an incredible breakfast brunch, champagne and a chance to win a two-carat diamond.

No other Fiesta® event features a GRITO contest between the Fiesta® Commission President, King Antonio and Rey Feo. Entertainment includes great music, dancing and a silent auction. This Fiesta® event is one-of-a-kind!

Following the Path of Catholic Tradition as a Catholic university sponsored by the Sisters of Divine Providence, Our Lady of the Lake University is a community whose members are committed to serve students by ensuring quality, innovative undergraduate and graduate learning

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and efforts to increase educational opportunities through the award of scholarships to local students pursuing four-year degree plans at San Antonio area universities and colleges.

FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO 2014 Thursday, April 10

Admission is $125.

210.492.1471 | info@lobellowomensassociation.com | www.lobellowomensassociation.com

FIESTA® TEENAGE CORONATION The Woman’s Club of San Antonio PMO President: Rosemary Sundeen PMO Commissioner: Jean French April 6, 3-5 p.m.

The Bright Shawl, 819 Augusta Street Daughters, granddaughters and children of members of the Woman’s Club of San Antonio participate in the Teenage Coronation Court of Royalty. King Antonio crowns the young queen and the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission President crowns the princess. Young women of the court also appear on a float in the River Parade.

The Woman’s Club of San Antonio was established in 1898 to provide a nonpolitical, nonsectarian group for women seeking knowledge, culture and comradeship. Its purpose is mutual improvement and cooperation in all that pertains to the greater good of humanity and has a motto of “Not For Self, But for All.”

FIESTA FIESTA® AT THE ALAMO Fiesta® San Antonio Commission April 10, 5-9 p.m.

Alamo Plaza Join us for the official opening of Fiesta® 2014 in front of the Alamo!

Enjoy live entertainment and greet Fiesta® royalty and special guests.

Buy, sell or trade Fiesta® pins and medals at Pin Pandemonium, which kicks off the festivities at 5 p.m. Join the fun as cascarónes are broken and the crowd proclaims “Viva Fiesta!®” to kick off Alamo City’s biggest, best festival.

The Fiesta® San Antonio Commission preserves and promotes the culture, history, heritage and traditions of San Antonio.

210.227.5191 | fiesta@fiesta-sa.org | www.fiesta-sa.org

210.732.4811 | info@thewomansclubsa.org | www.thewomansclubsa.org

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www.ollusa.edu/Fiesta PROCEEDS DIRECTLY SUPPORT OLLU STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

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Friday, April 11 JBSA-LACKLAND FIESTA® MILITARY PARADE 37th Training Wing, JBSA-Lackland April 11, 9-10 a.m. (arrive between 8:30-8:45 a.m.)

JBSA-Lackland Parade Grounds, 1820 Bong Street, JBSA-Lackland The JBSA-Lackland Fiesta® Military Parade is open to all authorized civilian, military and family members (DoD Identification Card holders) with access to the base or by invitation. This event is JBSA-Lackland’s annual salute to Fiesta®. Dignitaries invited include Fiesta® Royalty and officials, civic leaders, government officials and military commanders.

Reserved seating for invited guests. In the event of inclement weather, the event is cancelled.

The 37th Training Wing is JBSALackland’s primary training organization. It is composed of Basic Military Training (737th Training Group) and two advanced Technical Training groups (37th Training Group and 937th Training Group).

These three training groups alone train approximately 87,000 United States Air Force Airmen annually.

210.671.3136 | 37TRW.PA.INBOX@us.af.mil | www.37trw.af.mil/

RANDOLPH ART LEAGUE EXHIBIT AND SALE Randolph Art League PMO President: Carol Lundy PMO Commissioner: Beverly Cobb April 11-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Alamo Plaza See Alamo Plaza come alive with all the colors of Fiesta® as local artists exhibit their original art and fine crafts at the Randolph Art League’s 39th Annual Fiesta® Art Exhibit and Sale. Share the friendly Fiesta® spirit by visiting with the artists and enjoy the quality and variety of paintings, prints, miniatures, pottery and other artistic expressions displayed for browsing.

tonio River Art Group. Fiesta®’s colorful diversity is reflected in the variety of paintings, prints, jewelry, pottery and other artistic expressions displayed during this six-day Fiesta® tradition. This event also offers visitors the opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their work.

The River Art Group was founded in 1947 as a self-supporting memberoperated business to promote the visual arts. All members are juried and help maintain and staff the group’s gallery, which is open daily at 418 Villita (next to the Little Church in La Villita).

210.226.8752

FIESTA® UTSA The University of Texas at San Antonio PMO President: Dr. Ricardo Romo PMO Commissioner: Dr. Barry McKinney April 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

UTSA Main Campus, Sombrilla Plaza, One UTSA Circle Enjoy the 36th Annual Fiesta® UTSA, sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. The UTSA campus comes alive with food, music, games and entertainment. UTSA student organizations run food and game booths as fundraisers. Enjoy live music and performances by the student organizations. Various costs for food and games.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is an emerging Tier One research institution specializing in health, energy, security, sustainability and human and social development. With nearly 31,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service.

210.458.4160 | getinvolved@utsa.edu | www.utsa.edu/sa/cab

The Randolph Art League was organized in 1964 at Randolph Air Force Base, and many of its members are associated with the military.

210.289.3894

FIESTA® RIVER ART SHOW River Art Group PMO President: Barbara Newell PMO Commissioner: Jill Becquet April 11-16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Main Plaza Browse original art and fine crafts created by members of the San An-

FIESTA® OYSTER BAKE St. Mary’s University Alumni Association PMO President: Darrell Stewart PMO Commissioner: Steve Rosenauer April 11, 5-11 p.m.; April 12, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

St. Mary’s University Campus, One Camino Santa Maria The Oyster Bake began in 1916 as a small gathering of alumni. Since that time the event has grown into one of the most popular Fiesta® celebrations. This year the Fiesta® Oyster Bake celebrates its 98th anniversary! The Oyster Bake features more than 100,000 oysters, served raw, baked or fried. Another 60+ food booths dish up savory favorites such as fajitas, sausage on a stick, egg rolls, hamburgers and chicken on a

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stick. A variety of beverages are available to quench every thirst, while continuous music on five stages highlights the party. Friday night is family night and officially starts the traditional Fiesta® Oyster Bake©. Patrons can enjoy a children’s area with games and other interactive activities geared for the young and young at heart, and a spectacular fireworks finale.

Fiesta® Oyster Bake is sponsored by the St. Mary’s University Alumni Association. All proceeds fund student scholarships and university and alumni programs. The mission of the Fiesta® Oyster Bake is to produce a quality, volunteer-driven, Fiesta® San Antonio approved music festival to raise funds for student scholarships to St. Mary’s University, and to support the University and the Alumni Association.

Pre-sale admission for adults is $23 for one day and $35 for two days (at H-E-B only); admission at the gate is $25. Admission for children 12 and younger is free.

210.436.3324 | srosenauer@stmarytx.edu | www.oysterbake.com

A TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS San Antonio Zulu Association PMO President: Ed Wilson PMO Commissioner: Bennie Cole April 11, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; April 12-13, 12 p.m.-11 p.m.

Sunken Garden Theater, Brackenridge Park, 3875 N St. Mary’s Street If you want to experience unique and exquisite New Orleans food in a festive atmosphere, don’t miss this three-day fest alive and kickin’ with the tastes and sounds of ‘Nawlins. Nowhere else can you experience mouth-watering Creole and Cajun dishes; gumbo, crawfish, shrimp etouffee, red beans & rice, boudin and many other favorite cuisines of the region. You will think you are in New Orleans at this familyfriendly event featuring amazing toe tappin’ music from Dixieland to Smooth Jazz and Zydeco, straight from the Crescent City.

Join the 2nd line parade through the grounds with a brass band leading the way, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the entertainment while taking in the Big Easy experience. The Sunken Garden is ADA accessible. Blankets, strollers and folding chairs are welcome.

The San Antonio Zulu Association / SAZA Commission Inc. is a benevolent nonprofit organization founded with the mission to assist the greater San Antonio community. Proceeds go to reaching out to the

community by providing youth the opportunity to further their education through scholarships. The organization, with a membership of 38 dedicated volunteers, also provides numerous philanthropic outreach programs throughout the San Antonio community.

Admission for adults is $10 pre-sale and $12 event weekend; and free for children 12 and younger.

210.637.8328 | info@saza.org | www.saza.org

ALAMO HEIGHTS NIGHT® Alamo Heights Rotary Club PMO President: Darwin Griffeth PMO Commissioner: Rick Berchin April 11, 5:30-11:30 p.m.

University of the Incarnate Word The 28th Annual Alamo Heights Night® highlights food from some of San Antonio’s leading restaurants and caterers. Culinary offerings include Texas-style barbecue, chocolate dipped strawberries, fajitas, funnel cakes, gumbo, bean burgers, gyros, corn, turkey legs, shaved-ice, beverages and other scrumptious fiesta-fare. This family-friendly atmosphere delivers live entertainment all night on multiple stages including Hotcakes, Skyrocket, Blow My Cover Band, Tennessee Valley Authority, a Mariachi Band and others to be added. The carnival midway captivates kids of all ages with activities such as laser tag, rock climbing, hamster balls, slides, rides, face and hair painting and more!

Alamo Heights Rotary is a club of more than 100 business and community leaders who enjoy the opportunity to serve our community. The club has members from a wide variety of occupations and includes board members of dozens of nonprofit organizations. Time and funds are used to support charities and service activities.

Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 12-17 and free for children 12 and younger.

210.824.2462 | info@creativechocolates.com | www.alamoheightsnight.org

WEBB PARTY San Antonio AIDS Foundation PMO President: David Ewell PMO Commissioner: Regina Villalobos-Perez April 11, 7:30 p.m.-12 a.m.

Lambermont Estate, 950 East Grayson St.

WEBB Party – “When spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion.” What has now become San Antonio’s choice Fiesta® event, the WEBB Party is the single largest fundraiser for the San Antonio AIDS Foundation (SAAF). Guests can expect a cuisine tasting featuring the finest fare from local restaurateurs, drinks, live high-powered entertainment, dancing and a stellar crowd. The WEBB Party is one of the top events of the Fiesta® season! All proceeds from the WEBB Party go directly into SAAF’s client services. Celebrity guests have been known to appear at WEBB Party, so don’t miss out on this who’s who event! All food, drink

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NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED JURIED ART FAIR AND BELOVED FIESTA EVENT OVER 100 TOP REGIONAL AND NATIONAL ARTISTS LIVE MUSIC, WITH SPECIAL SUNDAY LINE-UP HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES IN THE CHILDREN’S ART GARDEN FIESTA FOODS AND SPIRITS

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and entertainment are included with admission.

The SAAF (pronounced “safe”) has a dual mission — to provide compassionate medical care and social services to people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), and to help prevent the spread of HIV through education, counseling and testing.

Admission for adults is $75 pre-sale (at The Fiesta Store® March 21) and $90 at the door.

210.225.4715 | marketing@txsaaf.org | www.WEBBparty.net

FIESTA® MASQUERADE PARTY Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Psi Alpha Chapter PMO President: Billy W. Fair PMO Commissioner: Gregory L. Thompson April 11, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.

Omni Colonade Hotel, 9821 Colonade Blvd.

The 13th Annual Fiesta® Masquerade Party, sponsored by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Psi Alpha Chapter, is a multicultural celebration in the spirit of the San Antonio Fiesta®. Attendees at the event are highly encouraged to dress in the festive outfit of their choice. The Fiesta® Masquerade Party is expressly designed to get people into the overall fever of the San Antonio Fiesta® season. Admission cost includes food, door prizes and musical entertainment to include Zydeco, Jazz, R&B, Ol’ School, Pop, Reggae, Latino/Salsa and more. Proceeds from this event go to the Psi Alpha Scholarship Foundation.

Psi Alpha is a graduate chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in San Antonio, chartered in 1940 with more than 200 brothers throughout the city. The chapter conducts a wide range of programs in support of the San Antonio community with emphasis on scholarship through its Scholarship Foundation.

Admission is $30 for adults.

210.863.0601 | gregau79@aol.com | www.alamocityques.com

Saturday, April 12 ANY BABY CAN’S 10TH ANNUAL WALK FOR AUTISM Any Baby Can of San Antonio, Inc. PMO President: Dawn Dixon PMO Commissioner: Hugo Hernandez April 12, 7-11 a.m.

AT&T Center, 1 AT&T Center Pkwy.

Any Baby Can’s 10th Annual Walk for Autism is a two mile walk for the entire family and serves as an opportunity for the community to come together in bringing awareness and support to families with individuals of all ages diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Your participation will help fund programs for families such as counseling, parent training, case management and health and wellness. Families can take advantage of 100 community resources that support children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Local therapy providers and health and wellness organizations will be providing games and activities for individuals of all ages.

Any Baby Can provides services to families of children that have a chronic illness, disability, developmental delay or health risk.

All services are provided free of charge and include Autism Services, Case Management, a Center for Infant and Child Loss, Counseling, Health and Wellness, Prescription Assistance and Sibling Support.

Admission is $15 for adults and children.

210.227.0170 | info@walkforautismsa.com | www.walkforautismsa.com

10K WALK: CAMINADA DE FIESTA® Texas Wanderers, Fort Sam Houston Outdoor Recreation PMO President & Commissioner: Gerald Kamicka April 12, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

US Army Medical Department Museum, Fort Sam Houston Bring the whole family to the 31st annual Caminada de Fiesta®. This Fiesta® walk is a European-style Volksmarch through historic Fort Sam Houston. Walk the 10-kilometer (6.2 miles) or the shorter 5-kilometer (3.1 miles) route and enjoy a bit of the Army post’s history. The Texas Wanderers and Fort Sam Houston’s Outdoor Recreation Division sponsor this event. The Caminada de Fiesta® is a sanctioned AVA/ IVV Volksmarch. Registration is open from 8 a.m. to noon. Walkers will have until 3 p.m. to complete the event. Fiesta® medals from prior year events are available for purchase.

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The Texas Wanderers, a part of Fort Sam Houston Outdoor Recreation and a member of the American Volkssport Association, promotes family sports through noncompetitive walking events.

Admission is $3 for adults and free for children under 12.

210.658.2160 | GeraldK726@aol.com | www.walktx.org/TexasWanderers

ZETA FIESTA® TRACK MEET Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. PMO President: Marguerite Sapp PMO Commissioner: Ginger Pope April 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sam Houston High School, 4635 E. Houston Street Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., presents its 29th annual track meet for youths ages 5 through 12. This event is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop good sportsmanship skills.

Students gain a feeling of accomplishment while participating in a healthy multicultural activity. All students receive certificates of participation. Winners receive ribbons. Schools receive participation and sportsmanship trophies.

Admission is free. There is a $2 registration fee per participant.

210.865.3437 | 210.599.0855 | info@zpbsa.org | www.zpbsa.org

210.225.1391 | www.thealamo.org

VIVA BOTÁNICA San Antonio Botanical Garden Society, Inc. PMO President: Mary Ann Beach PMO Commissioner: Candace Andrews April 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place Viva Botánica is a Garden Fiesta® for the whole family! Decorate your stroller or red wagon and wear your finest Fiesta® attire to enjoy the spring beauty of the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Start the fun with a children’s parade, then enjoy crafts, music and games to combine the natural beauty of the Garden’s 38 acres with Fiesta® fun. Experience a “walk across Texas” along the Texas Native Trail and explore the East Texas lake, the Hill Country’s limestone spring and historic cabins and the Bird Watch at the farthest reach of the South Texas region. For home gardeners, the Botanical Society will host its popular spring plant sale of San Antonio. Stop by the Garden Gate Gift Shop to purchase this year’s Botanical Garden collector’s Fiesta® medal. This is an alcohol-free event.

The San Antonio Botanical Garden Society, the 501(c)(3) support organization for the Botanical Garden, inspires people to connect with the plant world and understand the importance of plants in our lives.

Through educational and cultural programming, the Garden welcomes local residents and tourists to explore the amazing world of nature.

Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children.

SAN JACINTO VICTORY CELEBRATION Alamo Heroes Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas PMO President and Commissioner: Deslyn Stout April 12, 10-11:30 a.m.

The Alamo Since its formation, the Alamo Heroes Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas hosts the annual San Jacinto Victory Celebration in front of the Alamo Shrine. An official Fiesta® event since April 2004, it is held on the first Saturday of Fiesta®, the closest to the battle date. The event is attended by the public and many local and state dignitaries and officials, including military representatives. The Chapter’s Fiesta® medal is presented to the Military Ambassadors. A reception is held in Alamo Hall following the ceremony and is open to the public.

210.829.5360 | info@sabot.org | www.sabot.org EARTH DAY City of San Antonio PMO President & Commissioner: Joe Aldrete April 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Woodlawn Lake, 1103 Cincinnati Ave. Join us to learn about the value and respect we should give Planet Earth. It is the land, water and air we breathe and live in. Earth Day features entertainment stages, food (vegetarian), beverages, tree-planting demonstrations, a 5K run, workshops and seminars demonstrating various energy and conservation ideas and techniques.

Co-sponsored by the Earth Day Committee and the City of San Antonio.

210.434.6967

Alamo Heroes Chapter DRT was chartered in 1993 to perpetuate Texas history and honor the sacrifices of the many heroic men and women who died at the Alamo.

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CELEBRATIONS OF TRADITIONS POW WOW United San Antonio Pow Wow, Inc. PMO President: Erwin J. De Luna PMO Commissioner: Rose Mary De Luna April 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Woodlawn Gymnasium, 1103 Cincinnati Avenue

FIESTA® DE LOS NINOS Port San Antonio PMO President: Bruce Miller PMO Commissioner: Rosalie Pecina April 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

200 Donald Goodrich

This official Fiesta® event provides attendees the opportunity to view and participate in the American Indian culture and traditions of dance and music at an official Native American Pow Wow. The Pow Wow promotes tribal traditions, culture and the opportunity for Native people to gather in celebrating their rich heritage with one another. The event also features vendors selling Native American arts, crafts and supplies.

This is a party for the “pint-sized folks!” Children can enjoy games and rides in a safe, alcohol-free environment. There is also something for all the parents. Enjoy music and dance performed by some of San Antonio’s finest entertainers, plenty of food booths and don’t miss the Sombrero Loco parade at Noon—a kids’ parade that winds its way through Port San Antonio’s Town Center.

The Pow Wow is sponsored by United San Antonio Pow Wow Inc., a Texas nonprofit chartered, federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to promote the traditions and culture of the American Indian. Through the Pow Wow, American Indians can pass these traditions to their children and grandchildren so the culture can be maintained and enriched— learning the honored ways of the past.

Port San Antonio is redeveloping the former Kelly Air Force Base (19162001) to its highest and best use, creating the conditions that maintain and grow quality jobs. Port San Antonio is a tax-exempt, self-sustaining enterprise that was incorporated in 1997 by the City of San Antonio as a separate political jurisdiction of the State of Texas.

210.362.7889 | www.fiestadelosninos.com

210.736.3702 | nativeamerican@netscape.net | www.unitedsanantoniopowwow.com

12th Annual Praise Dance Celebration

Sunday, April 27, 2014 4:00 pm

Carver Cultural Community Center 226 N. Hackberry

FREE PUBLIC EVENT Hosted by Alpha Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

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MR. TEEN SAN ANTONIO SCHOLARSHIP AND MENTORING BANQUET Cherice Cochrane Mentoring For Success Foundation PMO President: J. Renee McGhee PMO Commissioner: Claudette Cochrane Lewis April 12, 12-4 p.m.

Kendrick Enlisted Club, Bldg. 1039, Randolph Air Force Base This event features the 2014 “Young Men of Distinction” escorted by the “Young Ladies of Excellence”, the crowning of Mr. Teen San Antonio, Mr. Teen Fiesta, Miss San Antonio and Miss Windcrest Amazing Teen. A presentation of the Outstanding Mentoring Awards, Community Action Award and the Cherice Cochrane Mentoring Scholarship will be complemented by this year’s keynote speaker, Cornelius “Nippy” Betz, author of motivational speaker and author of What would you do...if you knew you couldn’t fail?

The Cherice Cochrane Mentoring For Success Foundation’s mission is to provide a variety of necessary resources for success! The event also pays tribute to the late Cherice Amanda Cochrane, an exemplary mentor and role model. Cherice died at the young age of 19 from meningitis and her legacy continues through the Foundation with her many mentors “who mentored her way to success.”

Admission is $30 per person or $300 per table of 10. No ticket purchases at the door.

210.378.1268 | info@thecochranefoundation.org | www.thecochranefoundation.org

210.341.0022 | www.alamochaptersrt.com

PIñATAS IN THE BARRIO A.U.E.D.A. (Action United for Entertainers and Diverse Artists) PMO President: Margo Uriegas PMO Commissioner: Rick Uriegas April 12, 1-10 p.m.

Historic Guadalupe Plaza, 1327 Guadalupe St. Piñatas in the Barrio celebrates its 18th year as an official Fiesta® San Antonio event and features live entertainment, delicious food and fun for the whole family. Don’t miss the unveiling of the “Barrio’s Largest Piñata,” San Antonio’s record-sized PIÑATA! Rey Feo will crown the Senior Citizen King and Queen of the Barrio. The King and Queen participate in the Battle of Flowers® Parade and the Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade. Proceeds from the event support projects and scholarships, primarily on the West Side of San Antonio.

A.U.E.D.A. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide financial, emotional and physical support for mainstream entertainers and diverse artists from all walks of life, improving the availability of financial, physical and mental-health and educational services to artists and their extended families through support groups and programs.

210.325.7714 | bigricku@gmail.com | www.aueda.org

THIS HALLOWED GROUND Sons of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Chapter PMO President: Jim Massingill PMO Commissioner: David W. Jauer April 12, 1-2:30 p.m.

Alamo Plaza

CHIPS N SALSA™ SA Youth April 12, 7-11 p.m.

PMO President: Jason Maratea PMO Commissioner: Louis Cardenas El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel, 110 Lexington Avenue

This Hallowed Ground is a walking tour of the original perimeter walls of the Alamo. Living historians interact with the tour leader, enhancing the experience. The tour also features maps that illustrate the original fortress, identify cannon locations and the main gate and mark archaeological findings that have been discovered over the years. Following the tour, attend the award ceremony for middle school students who were winners in the Sons of the Republic of Texas poster and essay contest.

SA Youth invites you to the 7th Annual Chips N Salsa™, an official Fiesta® San Antonio event to benefit SA Youth! Enjoy a night of Chips N’ Salsa™ Royalty, High Roller Casino fun, Salsa dancing, VIP Room, dazzling Silent Auction, appetizers, drinks and more!

This funfilled Fiesta® event has something for everyone. Try your luck at one of the many casino games tables, dance to the sounds of the live Salsa band, mingle with Fiesta® Royalty or gain access to the exclusive VIP room. Don’t forget the chance to peruse the silent auction, all while enjoying appetizers and drinks for a great cause!

Members of the Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) are descendants of those who resided in Texas during the Republic era, from 1836 to 1846. This Hallowed Ground is sponsored by the SRT and supported by the San Antonio Living History Association.

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stay in school and engaged in learning, as well as giving high school drop outs a second chance by achieving their high school diploma or GED and workforce training in culinary arts or construction. Since its inception, SA Youth has helped more than 20,000 youths ranging from five to 24 years old. SA Youth works to develop the character, strengths, talents and skills of San Antonio’s high-risk urban youth through fun, safe experiences, positive learning environments and holistic programs that inspire each individual to fulfill his or her potential, personally and in the community.

drink booths, musical entertainment provided by the San Antonio Jazz Orchestra and more. Silent auction and raffle feature an array of great prizes including a Royal Caribbean Cruise with an ocean view room.

King Gallo XI will be crowned and the Royal Court of the 2014 Lutheran Coronation will be presented. Free parking available.

All proceeds benefit the ministries of St. John’s and the St. John’s Day School. St. John’s Lutheran Church, located in the heart of San Antonio and located directly across from La Villita, is the oldest Lutheran Church in the city and the originator of the Lutheran

General admission is $50 and VIP admission is $100.

210.223.3131 | info@sanantonioyouth.org | www.chipsnsalsafiesta. com

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INCOGNITO: FIESTA’S® MASKED BALL URBAN-15 GROUP PMO President: Hector J. Gonzalez PMO Commissioner: J. George Cisneros April 12, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Whitley Conference Center, 285 Oblate Drive Attend the electrifying Incognito, a Fiesta® event for the adventurous!

Celebrate the magic of Fiesta® “carnival-style.” Dance to live music from Brazil, the Caribbean and South America and enjoy a fabulous floor show. Wear a mask or costume and enter San Antonio’s most imaginative costume contest, where anyone can be crowned “Fiesta® Royalty.” Cash prizes for the best costumes are $100 for first place, $50 for second place and $25 for third place.

Tickets available online at www.urban15.org. Alcohol is served and costumes are not regulated by Urban-15.

Urban-15 is dedicated to creating educational programs, events and performances which inspire creativity, confidence, community and culture.

Admission is $35 per adult, $20 per child, $200 per table of six or $250 per table of eight.

210.736.1500 | events@urban15.org | www.urban15.org

Sunday, April 13 FIESTA® NUEVA St. John’s Lutheran Church PMO President: Jack Park PMO Commissioner: William L. Brewer April 13, Mariachi Service, 10:30 a.m.; Fiesta® Nueva, 12-4 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church, 502 E. Nueva Kick off your Fiesta® at Fiesta® Nueva with a celebration for the entire family. Join us for the Mariachi Worship Service featuring the Lutheran Coronation Royalty. Follow the Mariachi Band out onto the grounds to enjoy an afternoon filled with games and rides for children, food and

210.223.2611 |

info@stjohnsSA.org | www.StjohnsSA.org

FUNDAY SUNDAY Clark High School Band Boosters PMO President: Christi Zuber PMO Commissioner: Ricky Wright April 13, 12-5 p.m.

Clark High School, 5150 DeZavala Rd. Young and old alike will delight in the fun and frolic of this family-oriented celebration. The annual Fiesta® event hosted by the Clark High School Band Boosters kicks off with “Fiesta’s® shortest parade” on DeZavala Road at the high school campus, led by the Mighty Cougar Band. After the parade enjoy food and fun in the school’s courtyard.

While you eat and play, enjoy the smooth sounds of the Clark Cougar Jazz Band plus a special guest. Finally, place your silent bids on a wide selection of auction items, from gift certificates to jewelry, crafts and much more.

Clark High School Band Boosters support the music education of the Mighty Cougar Band by providing funding and volunteers for band activities, concerts and competitions.

210.397.5150 | email@cougarband.org | www.cougarband.org

DECO DISTRICT ARTS AND MUSICAL FESTIVAL Network for Young Artists PMO President: Robert Trevino PMO Commissioner: Jacob Valenzuela April 13, 12-10:30 p.m.

Heart of the Deco District, 1800 Fredericksburg Rd. The Network for Young Artists (NYA) presents its inaugural official Fiesta® event, the Deco District Arts and Music Festival. This free, world-

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class, outdoor celebration brings together local residents and tourists to the Historic Deco District, offering dozens of performances by local and national musicians of all ages, street vendors, diverse food/drink menu and community spirit for all to enjoy. One stage is dedicated to NYA and youth centric organizations highlighting local youth talent who are certain to wow you. This event highlights the cultural, economic and social vitality of the Deco District. Additional charges apply for food and beverages. Must be 21 to purchase alcoholic beverages. Music schedule subject to change.

NYA is a local nonprofit organization with a mission to build self-esteem in youth and to promote art and culture through voice, dance, musical instrument and performing arts programs. Through fulfillment of this mission, the organization strives to attain its vision to ensure all youth have access to life-enriching and affordable vocal, dance and lifelong vocational instrument programs.

210.226.5611 | nya@nya.us | www.nya.us

A DAY IN OLD MEXICO AND CHARREADA Asociacion de Charros de San Antonio PMO President: Rodrigo Gaona PMO Commissioner: Mike Ramos April 13 & 27, 1-6 p.m., Charreada, 3 p.m.

Lienzo Charro, 6126 Padre Dr. Explore the distinctive culture which upholds deep-rooted customs, tradition and family as a way of life. This family event features food, drink, pony rides for the kids, Ballet Folklorico performances and live Mariachi music.

The 2014 Rey Feo LXVI will honored on April 13 and King Antonio XCll will be honored on April 27.

Since 1947 the history, tradition, art, culture and sport that is CharrerĂ­a has been the pulse of the Asociacion de Charros de San Antonio, celebrating this rich, ongoing tradition.

Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12.

210.393.5758 or 210.842.5120 | rgaonal@nixhealth.com or duranprecast@sbcglobal.net | www.sacharros.org

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King William Fair Parade, Music, Art & Craft, Food, Family Fun!

SATURDAY APRIL, 12TH 10AM-6PM

LOCATED AT PORT SAN ANTONIO

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FORT SAM HOUSTON FIESTA® CEREMONY AND FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA Fort Sam Houston April 13, 1-9 p.m.

Fort Sam Houston MacArthur Parade Field Arrive early and bring your lawn chair for continuous family Fiesta® fun at Fort Sam Houston. The Fiesta® Country Fair begins at 1 p.m. and features food and drink booths, continuous live entertainment, a kiddy carnival, games, military equipment display and novelty items.

The military ceremony begins at 6 p.m. with more than 300 military personnel on parade. Musical performances, including the 323rd Army Band “Fort Sam’s Own,” set the stage for the grand fireworks extravaganza finale. This fireworks exhibition is the highlight of the Fiesta® event that traditionally attracts more than 30,000 spectators to Fort Sam Houston. www.fortsammwr.com

HEALTHY CHOICES SEMINAR Top Teens of America Inc. San Antonio Metropolitan Chapter PMO President: Ian Glenn PMO Commissioner: Sandra B. Gunter April 13, 2-5 p.m.

St. Philips College Heritage Room, 1801 Martin Luther King Drive The Healthy Choices conference is designed to enhance knowledge of healthy living and positive lifestyles, equipping teens to make informed decisions about health and life issues. Mental health professionals and health professionals present information on issues that are critical to teenagers, including, but not exclusive to: diabetes, sickle cell anemia, birth defects, eating habits and nutrition, drug and alcohol awareness, dental hygiene and protection against transmitted diseases. Updates are given regarding legal issues that affect the lifestyles of teenagers, including texting and driving, dating issues and information on laws that affect teens.

Members of the San Antonio Metropolitan Chapter of Top Teens of America sponsor the conference annually and teens are involved with planning and organizing the event to enhance their leadership skills.

210.843.6253 | legacytvlr1@yahoo.com

CHILI QUEENS CHILI COOK-OFF The Happy Foundation PMO President: Kenneth Garrett PMO Commissioner: Joan Duckworth April 13, 3-8 p.m.

The Bonham Exchange, 411 Bonham Street

The Chili Queens Chili Cook-off is a modern and eccentric interpretation of a historical event where competitors came from all over to test their chili against others recipes. While the chili competition has not changed, the word, “Queen” has been expanded to not just the belle of the ball, but the tackiest of the tacky! The event is complete with a tasting of chili (the official dish of Texas), the tackiest Queen drag competition and the hottest dance music on the main dance floor of the historic Bonham Exchange. All proceeds benefit the San Antonio AIDS Foundation Kitchen.

The Happy Foundation was created by the late, Arthur “Hap” Veltman.

Hap was a downtown San Antonio developer, entrepreneur and historic conservationist. The Happy Foundation is dedicated to life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and LGBT history and encouraging contemporary art.

Admission is free. Donations are accepted. Must be 18 years or older.

210.224.9219 | Thechiliqueens@yahoo.com

Wednesday, April 16 “THE CUTTING EDGE” FIESTA® FASHION SHOW University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) PMO President: Dr. Louis J. Agnese, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Sr. Kathleen Coughlin April 16, Registration 10:30 a.m., Fashion Show 11:30 a.m., Luncheon 12 p.m.

Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, 101 Bowie Street Enjoy the latest fashions created and presented by the fashion design students at UIW. “The Cutting Edge” Fiesta® Fashion Show displays new talent set to the professional standard of a New Yorkstyle runway show. Student designers present fashion collections they have illustrated, designed and constructed in a fashion capstone course.

Each collection is centered on an individual theme ranging from a season, a color or a market segment. All proceeds from the event fund scholarships for students in UIW’s fashion management program.

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private university in Texas. Nearly 80 degrees are offered to the more than 9,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. UIW is a leader in international education, with 127 “sister schools” in 41 countries.

Admission is $75 per person or Tables for $1,500, $1,000 and $750.

210.829.6013 | development@uiwtx.edu | www.uiw.edu FIESTA® HAT CONTEST, LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW The Woman’s Club of San Antonio PMO President: Rosemary Sundeen PMO Commissioner: Jean French April 16, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade, 9821 Colonnade Boulevard

Got Hatitude? Rich in history and tradition, the Woman’s Club of San Antonio celebrates its 115th anniversary, hosting the Official Fiesta® Hat Contest, Luncheon and Fashion Show.

Proceeds benefiting scholarships, charities and restoration of the historic Woodward House, home of the Woman’s Club of San Antonio since 1926. The house was built and owned by Mr. Dave Woodward, the first Fiesta® King Selamat (tamales spelled backwards), in 1904.

General admission for adults is $75 and stage seating is $100.

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FIESTA® CARNIVAL Fiesta® San Antonio Commission April 16-27 April 16, 5-11 p.m.

April 17 & 21-24, 6-11 p.m.

April 18, 6 p.m.-midnight April 19 & 26, 11-12 a.m.

April 20 & 27, 12-11 p.m.

April 25, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.

Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana St. Thrills and chills fill the air at one of the best carnivals in the land. Glittering lights, exciting rides and a wide assortment of foods in downtown San Antonio make the Carnival a perennial favorite of Fiesta®-goers. Revenue from this event helps support the activities of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission. www.wadeshows.com

Thursday, April 17 FIESTA® ESPECIAL CELEBRATION DAY Reaching Maximum Independence, Inc. PMO President: Pamela Kelly PMO Commissioner: Melanie Cawthon April 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana St. Join the San Antonio community for an amazing Fiesta® experience for people of all ages and abilities. Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day features special accommodation and attention to the needs of individuals with disabilities. Special education programs, adult day programs and group homes can attend Fiesta Especial® (advance reservations required). Enjoy rides, games, music, food, crafts and more at this family-friendly, alcohol and tobacco free event.

Reaching Maximum Independence, Inc. (RMI) assists adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their maximum level of independence through educational outreach, vocational and residential services. RMI supports our community with events such as Fiesta Especial® and AccessAbility fest, both created for individuals with all types of disabilities.

210.656.6674 | melanie@rmihomes.org | www.FiestaEspecial.com FAIRYTALE FIESTA® EXHIBITION Witte Museum PMO President: Marise McDermott PMO Commissioner: Heather Welder Russo April 17-August 24 3801 Broadway Visit a world of fantasy in Fairytale Fiesta® with Fiesta® gowns inspired by fairytales, myths and magic. This year’s featured pin dress is 1941’s Queen of the Court of Legends. The gold lamé dress and train worn

by Margaret Walker features the underwater kingdom of Atlantis with coral, starfish and seahorses worked in coral velvet and rhinestones.

The Witte Museum promotes lifelong learning through innovative exhibitions, programs and collections in natural history, science and South Texas heritage.

Admission is $10 for adults (ages 12-64); $9 for active duty military (with ID) and seniors (ages 65 and up); $7 for children (ages 4-11); and free for children 3 and younger. Open Monday, Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, 12-5 p.m.

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FIESTA® POPS San Antonio Symphony PMO President: David Gross PMO Commissioner: Paul Stanley Salazar April 18 & 19, 8 p.m.

Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St.

SAN ANTONIO ROADRUNNERS FIESTA® MISSION 10K San Antonio Road Runners PMO President: Jerry Negrete PMO Commissioner: Joan Bobrukiewiez April 19, 8 a.m.

Brooks City Base

Join the San Antonio Symphony, conducted by Akiko Fujimoto, for the annual Fiesta® Pops concert featuring the music, dance and culture of San Antonio and South Texas. One of the most popular Tex-Mex groups in the Latin music industry, Little Joe Y La Familia, is featured along with the beautiful sounds of the 12-piece musical ensemble, Campanas de America, and the colorful corps of dancers from one of the nation’s leading Folklórico and Flamenco groups, the Guadalupe Dance Company. This program is sure to get you into the Fiesta® spirit!

Free to spectators.

Visit the website for registration information. pr@saroadrunners.com | www.saroadrunners.com

Admission prices range from $15-$69 for adults and $8.50-$33.50 for children.

FIESTA® LACROSSE TOURNAMENT San Antonio Lacrosse Association PMO President: Bill Montez PMO Commissioner: Chip Flanagan April 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

St. Mary’s Hall, 9401 Starcrest

210.554.1010 | tickets@sasymphony.org | www.sasymphony.org

High school, junior high and youth teams from across Texas converge

The mission of the San Antonio Symphony is to inspire and enrich the community by vigorously influencing the artistic fabric of San Antonio through excellent symphonic performance, education and service.

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Get Fiesta® 2014 off to a running start by participating in the San Antonio Roadrunners’ 41st annual Fiesta® Mission 10K run. Enjoy music and refreshments after the race for all participants, family and friends.

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to play in the 39th Fiesta® Lacrosse Tournament. Lacrosse is not only the oldest game in North America, it is also the oldest team-sporting event in Fiesta®. Come join the San Antonio Lacrosse Association for this exciting event!

The game was originally played by the great Indian nations of the northeast, hundreds of years before the arrival of the first Europeans. In the original game entire Native American tribes were divided into teams that often contained as many as 2,000 warriors. Goals were placed in villages miles apart, and the players were each given one or two sticks. The stick contained a woven leather pocket on the end with which a ball could be thrown or caught. French missionaries named this game “la crosse” because the shape of the wooden sticks reminded them of a bishop’s crosier (staff).

210.887.5144 FIESTA® OLÉ Pan American League PMO President: Connie Marroquin-Reyes PMO Commissioner: Olga Perez April 19, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Oak Hills Country Club, 5403 Fredericksburg Road

(IDD) that live at the center. A mini parade at noon features official Fiesta® Royalty, floats carrying the center’s resident royalty along with a marching band, dancers, cheerleaders, motorcycles and more! Enjoy entertainers, dancing, Fiesta® food and shop and play at vendor and activity booths all day. Free parking.

The VSC for the SASSLC exists to support the residents and staff of the Center by supporting a volunteer program, raising funds for leisure and recreation activities and educating the community about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Admission is free.

210.531.3729 | nancy.mifflin@dads.state.tx.us | http://vscsa.org/

FIESTA® ARTS FAIR Southwest School of Art PMO President: Paula Owen PMO Commissioner: Barbara Hill April 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 20, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

300 Augusta For 41 years, Fiesta® Arts Fair has been a favorite of families and art aficionados exploring their artistic side. Cited by American Style Magazine as “one of America’s best arts fairs and festivals,” this nationally recognized juried art fair brings together 120 artists from all across the U.S., displaying contemporary ceramics, paintings, jewelry, glass, photography, sculpture, wearable art and other high-quality artworks. Fiesta® Arts Fair takes place on the shady, park-like setting of the school’s historic Ursuline Campus, located on the San Antonio River Walk. This family-friendly event features a Children’s Art Garden with hands-on activities where kids work with professional artists to create their own art, live music featuring eclectic performers on two stages and traditional Fiesta® food offerings.

Join the Pan American League at this fun-filled Fiesta® Olé, now in its 12th year! This event features a delightful luncheon, an unforgettable style show of beautiful ladies modeling styles from the popular boutique of Graciela.

Limited seating capacity.

This event is sponsored by the Pan American League, a nonprofit organization with a charitable foundation ready to assist the city in promoting the welfare of those less privileged.

The Southwest School of Art is a nationally-recognized leader in visual arts education, offering both a BFA degree program and community studio programs for more than 4,000 adults and youth annually.

Admission is $50 Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children.

210.273.8304 | olgaperez6464@gmail.com 210.224.1848 | information@swschool.org | www. swschool.org FIESTA®FESTIVAL Volunteer Services Council for the San Antonio State Supported Living Center PMO President: Paul Fernandez PMO Commissioner: Orlando Cisneros April 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

San Antonio State Supported Living Center, 6711 S. New Braunfels 2014 marks the 20th anniversary celebration of Fiesta® Festival! The Volunteer Services Council (VSC) for the San Antonio State Supported Living Center’s (SASSLC) Fiesta® Festival is a non-alcoholic event benefiting the residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities

FIESTA® DE LOS VETERANOS South Texas Veterans Health Care System PMO President: Joyce Brown PMO Commissioner: Cassandra Apodaca April 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital The South Texas Veterans Health Care System hosts the “Party for the Veterans/ Fiesta® De Los Veteranos” 14th Annual Motorcycle Ride & Rally. Celebrate with our nation’s heroes by joining the festivities and events. Enjoy fun, family-oriented activities in the motorcycle judging contest, rally activities, free live music from various bands (Tejano,

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C&W, classic rock), food, an assortment of commercial vendor merchandise and community service booth. Don’t miss Family Island, a place for families, children and the young at heart with moon bounces, an Easter egg hunt, games, face painting and more.

Military uniforms are encouraged.

Free parking.

The South Texas Veterans Health Care System provides world-class health care services to our nation’s heroes throughout the South Texas catchment area. Fiesta® de los Veteranos raises funds that directly benefit our Veterans including purchasing bus tickets, hygiene items, personal items and other needs they otherwise would not receive.

210.617.5107 | stxvolsvc@va.gov | www.southtexasva.gov

FIESTA® DE LOS REYES AT MARKET SQUARE Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation PMO President: Walter Serna, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Lisa Andrade Gonima April 19-27, 10 a.m.-12 a.m.; April 26: 10 a.m.-1 a.m.

Market Square, 514 W. Commerce Street Combine Rey Feo, a cherished Fiesta® icon, with Market Square’s position as a historical center in the heart of the city’s culture, and San Antonio gets 9 days of a new twist on Fiesta® family fun and entertainment! Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square is one of the largest free Fiesta® celebrations. Live entertainment from multiple stages features folklorico dancers and a variety of music, including the best Tejano and Conjunto music, Latin jazz and Top 40! Check out the popular College Night on April 22 with The Spazmatics! Browse among more than 30 food booths featuring Mexican cuisine, Cajun shrimp, hamburgers, fresh fruit drinks, funnel cakes and new delicious Fiesta® treats this year! Visit the website for military and fitness activities. The event is sponsored by the Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation and Bud Light.

Proceeds benefit the educational activities and scholarship awards of the LULAC Rey Feo scholarship program. The Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation is a membership-based organization founded by Rey Feo XXXII Logan Stewart in 1982. The 113 members uphold the traditions and support the fundraising efforts to further the educational activities of the LULAC Rey Feo scholarship program. Rey Feo was started in 1947 by LULAC Council #2.

210.775.2343 | landrade@reyfeoconsejo.org | www.reyfeoconsejo.org

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MISS MARGARET’S VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR Perry-Gething Foundation PMO President: Robert M. Perry PMO Commissioner: Katherine M. Perry April 19-24, 1-4 p.m.

409 E. Guenther Street, King William District Miss Margaret’s Victorian House Tour is an official Fiesta® event showing the unique home of the late Margaret Allan Gething, an early conservationist and advocate for the preservation of the King William historic district in the 1940s. Her home was open for tours during Fiesta® in the 1940s and today the Fiesta® tradition continues. Her home is an antique lover’s delight—a trip back in time to the gracious life in old San Antonio.

Admission is $5.

210.227.9498 CROWN THE KING! PUBLIC CROWNING OF REY FEO Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation PMO President: Walter Serna, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Lisa Andrade Gonima April 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Arneson River Theater Enjoy an evening of free Fiesta® fun for the entire family with the crowning of “the People’s King,” El Rey Feo. You will be treated to the sound of Mariachis, folklórico dancers and much excitement! Jimmy Green will accept the crown and title of Rey Feo LXVI for Fiesta® 2014. You willl have the chance to meet the members of the new royal court, former Rey Feos and members of the Consejo!

The Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation is a membership-based organization founded by Rey Feo XXXII Logan Stewart in 1982. The 113 members uphold the traditions and support the fundraising efforts to further the educational activities of the LULAC Rey Feo scholarship program. Rey Feo was started in 1947 by LULAC Council #2.

210.775.2343 | landrade@reyfeoconsejo.org | www.reyfeoconsejo.org

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TEJANO EXPLOSION LULAC Leads PMO President: Oscar Moran PMO Commissioner: Rudy Sandoval, Jr. April 19-27, 5:30 p.m.- 1:30 a.m.

Cattleman’s Square, now at 700 W. Houston Street Tejano Explosion features 9 wonderful days of superb Tejano music entertainers. The unique band styles are quite diverse, ranging from Tejano, 1960s and 1970s Westside San Antonio oldies, polkas, conjunto, cumbias, boleros, country, rhythm & blues and everything in between. This lively familyoriented event offers authentic Mexican foods, favorite Fiesta® finger foods, beverages, live entertainment, dancing and games for Fiesta® goers of all ages. The gated event boasts a park-like seating and tabletop stations for eating, friendship and hospitality.

Thousands of music lovers from Texas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Michigan, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Wisconsin and other states return each year to Tejano Explosion—your one-stop entertainment event!

Admission prices vary.

210.663.7998 | www.tejanoexplosionsa.com INVESTITURE OF KING ANTONIO XCII The Texas Cavaliers PMO President: Mark Johnson, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Donald E. Miller, Jr. April 19, 7-8:30 p.m.

Alamo Plaza King Antonio, one of the longest-standing Fiesta® traditions, is a member of the royalty who reign over the merriment of Fiesta®. King Antonio is selected each year from the ranks of the Texas Cavaliers, a patriotic and civic organization, and his public investiture takes place at sunset in front of the Alamo. Dating to 1927, this inspiring ceremony begins the reign of the new king, honors the memory of matchless heroes who fell at the Alamo and recognizes new Cavaliers. The tradition of naming a king to preside over Fiesta® began in 1896. King Antonio’s distinctive red and blue uniform, with sword and plumed hat, was inspired by the dress of the French Foreign Legion and French officers corps of World War I. During his reign, King Antonio visits schools throughout the city, hospitals, nursing homes and business and community groups. Through the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation the Cavaliers disburse funds to support children’s charities in the community.

210.227.4837 | info@texascavaliers.org | www.texascavaliers.org

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ALL-AMERICAN CANTEEN Preservation Fort Sam Houston PMO President: Joan Gaither PMO Commissioner: Pris Trawick April 19, 7-11 p.m.

Mission Room, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 200 E. Market Street Uncle Sam wants you, and so do we! You are invited to dance the night away at “all-services” canteen honoring our military history and traditions through the ages. This event focuses on the impact of World War II on Fort Sam Houston and its service personnel. Celebrate America’s Greatest Generation and salute our current heroes in uniform.

The spirit of red, white and blue; Stars and Stripes; and Rosie the Riveter will enhance the ambiance of the 1940s. The big band singers will transport you on a “Sentimental Journey” to “Tuxedo Junction.” So put on your two-tone shoes, that Eisenhower jacket or your favorite string of pearls and enjoy a night of jitterbug and boogie-woogie.

Admission is $85.

210.490.1818 | sidandpris@aol.com REY FEO CROWN CELEBRATION! Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation PMO President: Walter Serna, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Lisa Andrade Gonima April 19, 7 p.m.-12 a.m.

Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 200 E. Market St., Lonesome Dove Room/River-level Grotto After the public crowning of Rey Feo LXVI Jimmy Green, Fiesta®Royalty, members of the Consejo and special guests will follow the King to the Lonesome Dove/Grotto area on the River Walk level of the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Dance to live music by SUEDE, one of the hottest bands to play during Fiesta®! Great food and spirits make this one of the most sought after tickets in town. Proceeds support the educational activities of the Rey Feo Program.

The Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation is a membership-based organization founded by Rey Feo XXXII Logan Stewart in 1982. The 113 members uphold the traditions and support the fundraising efforts to further the educational activities of the LULAC Rey Feo scholarship program. Rey Feo was started in 1947 by LULAC Council #2.

Admission is $50.

210.473.5566 | landrade@reyfeoconsejo.org | www.reyfeoconsejo.org

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PATRIOTIC AND HISTORIC BALL State Association of Texas Pioneers PMO President: Steve Rogers PMO Commissioner: Karen Rogers April 19, 7:15-11 p.m.

Scottish Rite Ballroom, 308 Avenue E The 95th Annual Patriotic and Historical Ball is one of the opening galas of opening Fiesta® 2014. The event, recalling early Texas traditional pioneer dances, leads off with everyone participating in the Grand March.

The first Patriotic and Historical Ball took place in 1919 to honor San Antonio’s military personnel, and the event has continued since that time. Military personnel from local installations and organizations are special guests that evening.

The State Association of Texas Pioneers sponsors the ball to continue the social purposes for which the organization was founded in 1919 while fund raising for educational programs and to support the exhibition of the museum collection. The State Association of Texas Pioneers exists is to keep Texas history alive, perpetuate Texas traditions and cultivate friendly relations between the Pioneers of Texas and their descendants; and also to establish and maintain landmarks, memorial halls and museums. Meeting for educational programs and social events take place throughout the year.

Admission is $15.

210.862.7258 | ball@texaspioneers.org | www.texaspioneers.org

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and sciences, career education, continuing education and developmental education. San Antonio College is the largest single-campus community college in Texas and one of the largest in the United States.

210.486.0689 | csanmiguel@alamo.edu

AIR FORCE AT THE ALAMO Air Education and Training Command, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph April 21, 11- a.m.-12 p.m.

Alamo Plaza Air Force at the Alamo features performances by local United States Air Force units, including the JBSA-Lackland Drum and Bugle Corps, a Military Working Dog demonstration and others. The young men and women of the Drum and Bugle Corps are basic military trainees at JBSA-Lackland and have been in the Air Force less than eight weeks.

This is a special duty assignment in addition to the rigorous demands of basic military training. The Military Working Dogs demonstrate their skills in the areas of obedience, detection and patrol. The Department of Defense Puppy Foster program explains how the working dogs need foster homes and an explosive ordnance disposal unit will demonstrate their equipment and methods of bomb disposal.

210.652.3009

SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE 20th ANNUAL MULTICULTURAL CONFERENCE San Antonio College PMO President: Claudio San Miguel PMO Commissioner: Alex Bernal April 21-24, Times TBA San Antonio College, 1300 San Pedro Avenue The Multicultural Conference brings to the campus and San Antonio community writers, artists, eclectic musical acts, international humanitarian speakers and community activists in order to create a dynamic and experiential forum for ideas and evolving cultural aesthetics.

San Antonio College was established in 1925 in support of the mission of the Alamo Community College District. San Antonio College responds to Bexar County’s diverse community by providing high quality general education, liberal arts

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PILGRAMAGE TO THE ALAMO Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Mission Chapter PMO President: Sharon Skrobarcek PMO Commissioner: Jeanie Travis April 21, 4-5 p.m.

Alamo Plaza Every year since 1925 the Alamo Mission Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) has staged its annual Pilgrimage to the Alamo—a memorial tribute to the Alamo heroes and the heritage of Texas. A solemn wreath-bearing procession of historic, civic, patriotic, military and school groups departs from the Vietnam Memorial at the Tobin Center for Performing Arts, at 3:30 p.m., and walks silently to the Alamo. Simultaneously, an authoritative voice intones the names of the Alamo defenders from inside the Alamo walls, making them resound through-

out Alamo Plaza. Following the procession and placing of the colorful floral offerings on the Alamo greensward, a brief memorial service takes place. The Fiesta® Military Coordinator delivers the Pilgrimage address, and the sounding of Taps ends the ceremony.

The Alamo Mission Chapter, DRT, founded in 1906, exists to promote and protect the history of Texas. The Chapter perpetuates the memory of the men and women who achieved and maintained Texas Independence; encourages historical research and preservation; and celebrate Texas Honor Days.

In addition to producing the River Parade, the Cavaliers support the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation, which disburses funds to various charitable organizations with an emphasis on helping the children of our community.

Admission is $12-$24.

www.amc-drt.org Tune into KSAT for live television coverage.

210.22-RIVER | info@texascavaliers.org | www.texascavaliers.org TEXAS CAVALIERS RIVER PARADE The Texas Cavaliers PMO President: Mark Johnson, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Donald E. Miller, Jr. April 21, 7-9:30 p.m.

San Antonio River Walk Each year hundreds of thousands of people from all over the country line the banks of the San Antonio River to view the most unusual parade in America … the Texas Cavaliers River Parade! This year’s parade, entitled Stars On The River, promises an evening of family fun with live music, celebrities and lights. More than 40 festively decorated floats sponsored by local community organizations and military installations drift down the San Antonio River. Spectators party up and down the river to the accompaniment of singers, musicians and live bands. King Antonio XCII reigns over the evening’s festivities and gives a Texassized welcome to the enthusiastic spectators along the winding route.

Tuesday, April 22 CHILDREN’S TEXAS HISTORY FORUM Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Couriers Chapter PMO President: Martha Fleitas PMO Commissioner: Mary Ann Oliver April 22, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Location TBA Join us to experience Texas as children did during the Republic of Texas days. The Alamo Couriers Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas proudly hosts the 15th Annual Children’s Texas History Forum.

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ers and their role in Texas History from their arrival in March 1731 to their leadership in building the Republic of Texas. The event is free, but registration is required. Register early by emailing Mary Ann Oliver at lloliversr@yahoo.com with name, number attending and choice of first or second session. An email confirmation confirming time and choice will be sent.

The Alamo Couriers Daughters of the Republic of Texas chapter was founded in 2000 is a spin-off of chapters founded beginning in 1893 in San Antonio.

Two hundred chapter members host the Children’s Texas History Forum each Fiesta® to preserve and promote Texas history. Members are direct lineal descendants of Republic of Texas citizens who resided here from March 2, 1836 to Feb 19, 1846, founding what became our State of Texas.

210.824.0277 | lloliversr@yahoo.com

as 80,000 visitors gather for four nights to celebrate the city’s unique heritage at “A Night in Old San Antonio®”. More than 240 elaborately decorated food and drink booths and more than a dozen nonstop entertainment stages represent the diverse cultures and customs of our city in 15 heritage-themed areas. NIOSA®, the largest historic preservation festival in the nation, provides resources for the San Antonio Conservation Society’s mission for the restoration and rehabilitation of historic properties in the San Antonio area.

The San Antonio Conservation Society was formed in 1924 to preserve and encourage preservation of historic buildings, objects, places and customs relating to the history of Texas and to educate the public with knowledge of our inherited regional values.

Admission for adults is $12 presale and $15 at the gate; children 12 and under are free (accompanied by adult).

210.226.5188 | niosa@niosa.org | www.niosa.org

FIESTA® FLOWER SHOW: PASSPORT TO THE WORLD The Woman’s Club of San Antonio PMO President: Rosemary Sundeen PMO Commissioner: Jean French April 22, 2-4 p.m.; April 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

1717 San Pedro Avenue The Annual Fiesta® Flower Show of the Woman’s Club of San Antonio, “Passport to the World,” features a wide array of beautiful and imaginative fresh and dried floral arrangements, horticulture displays, table settings and youth exhibits. Judging by certified National Flower Show judges takes place on the opening day, along with a ribbon cutting attended by local and Fiesta® dignitaries.

The Woman’s Club of San Antonio was established in 1898 to provide a nonpolitical, nonsectarian group for women seeking knowledge, culture and comradeship. Its purpose is mutual improvement and cooperation in all that pertains to the greater good of humanity and has a motto of “Not For Self, But for All.”

FIESTA® IN BLUE (AIR FORCE MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA) United States Air Force Band of the West April 22 & 23, 7-8:30 p.m.

Edgewood Theater of Performing Arts, 402 Lance Street Fiesta® in Blue is an Air Force salute to the local community during Fiesta®. This military tribute is performed by the United States Air Force Band of the West from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

The Band of the West averages traveling approximately 125,000 miles a year as it performs about 300 times at military bases and civic sites throughout a seven state southern region. Since its founding in 1947, the Band of the West has performed before high-ranking military and civilian leaders, including several U.S. Presidents.

Admission is free, but ticket-controlled. Tickets are available at The Fiesta Store® or at installation ITT/MWR offices.

210.671.3934

210.732.4811 | info@thewomansclubsa.org | www.thewomansclubsa. org

A NIGHT IN OLD SAN ANTONIO® (NIOSA®) San Antonio Conservation Society PMO President: Sue Ann Pemberton PMO Commissioner: Barb Machado April 22-25, 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Downtown Historic La Villita Each year the historic downtown village of La Villita takes center stage

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FIESTA® MARIACHI FESTIVAL Paseo del Rio Association PMO President: Justin Holley PMO Commissioner: Nancy D. Hunt April 22-25, 7-10 p.m.

River Walk, Downtown Horseshoe Loop The traditional trumpeting of mariachis resounds along the River Walk during the 44th annual Fiesta® Mariachi Festival, presented by the Paseo del Rio Association. Each night the best emerging talent from area

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high schools and colleges join professional groups in the spotlight aboard colorful floats cruising along the Paseo del Rio. The festival provides student musicians an opportunity to gain experience entertaining before large crowds and provides a festive atmosphere for Fiesta® revelers. Professional groups also perform their high energy, crowdpleasing songs for Fiesta®-goers. The mariachi groups of today usually consist of musicians who play trumpets, violins, requintos (six-string guitars) and guitarrones (bass guitars with four and five gut strings).

Produced by the Paseo del Rio Association, it is one of the oldest Mariachi festivals in the country. The Paseo del Rio Association is a notfor-profit organization dedicated to promote, protect and preserve the San Antonio River Walk. The Association produces over two dozen events on the River Walk each year, and publishes Rio magazine each month, which is the official Magazine of the River Walk.

210.227.4262 | events@paseodelrio.com | walk.com

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Wednesday, April 23 ARMY AT THE ALAMO U.S. Army April 23, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Alamo Plaza This event highlights the 169 year presence of the United States Army and its forces in San Antonio. Featuring entertainment by the 323rd Army Band, “Fort Sam’s Own.” Enjoy patriotic music performed by some of the Army’s finest musicians. Army leaders from various Army Commands on Fort Sam Houston will answer questions about the Army’s role at Fort Sam Houston and the many vital Army missions performed at the historic post.

210.221.2178

CORNYATION Fiesta® Cornyation PMO President: Tom McKenzie PMO Commissioner: Jesse J. Mata April 22-24, 7:30 & 10 p.m.

Charline McCombs Empire Theater

Cornyation dates back to 1964, when it was staged at the Arneson River Theatre as part of A Night in Old San Antonio®. Its irreverent, spirited pokes at politics, celebrities and current events led to its demise as part of NIOSA®. In 1982, local artists and designers revived the celebration which has grown into one of the most anticipated events of Fiesta®. King Anchovy presides over the spectacle and hilarity, nonsense and merriment escalate as the court unfolds. The all-volunteer crew donates 100 percent of the box office receipts to charity (over $150,000 in 2013). Doors open one hour before show time. All seats reserved.

Refreshments available. Recommended for adults only.

Fiesta Cornyation is a permanently committed nonprofit charitable organization with the purpose of enriching the lives of people in San Antonio with HIV or affected by HIV. Cornyation also administers the Robert Rehm Scholarship which grants college scholarships to San Antonio students majoring in Theater Arts. ®

Tickets available through Ticketmaster and at The Fiesta Store® (beginning March 21).

Admission Prices: Adult $20-35+ www.fiestacornyation.org

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FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO San Fernando Cathedral PMO President: Father Tony Vilano PMO Commissioner: Leroy Garcia April 23-25, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.; April 26, 12 p.m.-1 a.m.

San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza Fiesta® San Fernando features two stages with some of San Antonio’s top artists, as well as several up and coming bands. This year’s line-up includes: alternative, classic rock, country and jazz/blues, plus, several Norteño, Conjunto and Tejano bands. Fiesta® San Fernando has something for the entire family. In addition to great music, a variety of food and arts and crafts booths are featured.

Fiesta® San Fernando benefits the continuing restoration and operation of San Fernando Cathedral, the oldest sanctuary in the United States.

210.227.1297 x107 | events@sfcathedral.org | www.sfcathedral. org/news.html

FIESTA® FANTASIAS “PARKS ROCK” San Antonio Parks Foundation PMO President: Philip E. Nelson PMO Commissioner: Judi Deleon April 23-25, 5-10:30 p.m.

HemisFair Park The San Antonio Parks Foundation produced Fiesta® Fantasias at Market Square from 2004 through 2010. It has been revived with “Parks Rock,” to bring awareness to community parks and features some of San Antonio’s musical talent, typical festival foods and beverages.

The San Antonio Parks Foundation is a 501-c(3) organization whose mission is to provide enhancements to the parks of the City of San Antonio and Bexar County which improves the quality of life for all of our citizens. The foundation has been at the forefront of the renovation of the Japanese Tea Garden and is now involved with the improvements to Travis Park. They assist the City’s Parks & Recreation Department and Downtown Operations with various park projects and partner with them in producing some of the City’s most attended events, such as Celebrate San Antonio and Jazz’SALive.

FIESTA® GARTENFEST Beethoven Maennerchor PMO President: Claus Heide PMO Commissioner: Herbert Kriese April 23-25, 5 p.m.-12 a.m.

Beethoven Halle and Garten, 422 Pereida Street Make plans to join the Beethoven Maennerchor and celebrate Fiesta® German-style. Come early and enjoy the lively Biergarten as it fills with sounds of German entertainment and Gemuetlichkeit. Enjoy German food and beverages as well as entertainment provided by the 50-piece concert band and other performers. The dance band plays until midnight each evening. King Antonio makes his official visit Thursday evening and El Rey Feo on Friday evening. Parking available in the Beethoven Garten parking lot and across the street.

The Maennerchor is the oldest active singing society in Texas.

Admission is $3 in advance and $5 at the door. Free for children 12 and under.

210.222.1521 | www.beethovenmaennerchor.com

210.212.8423 | info@saparksfoundation.org | www.saparksfoundation. org/fiestas_fantasias.html

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A TASTE OF THE NORTHSIDE Brighton Center PMO President: Kim Jefferies PMO Commissioner: Kristen Carmona April 23, 5:30-10:30 p.m.

The Club at Sonterra For 15 years A Taste of the Northside has been bringing the Fabulous side of Fiesta® to San Antonio’s northside residents! With more than 60 local restaurants providing food samplings; abundant choices of select beer, fine wine and top-shelf margaritas; multiple stages with great live music; free parking and shuttle; and one simple ticket price, A Taste of the Northside is truly FABULOUS! A Taste of the Northside benefits the Brighton Center, a local nonprofit serving children with disabilities or delays and their families.

The Brighton Center believes that children with disabilities have amazing and unique gifts! Through a variety of programs and services, they help reveal the potential in every child they serve and encourage their gifts to be shared and embraced by their families, friends and the San Antonio community.

Admission is $55 presale.

210.826.4492 | info@brightonsa.org | www.brightonsa.org

CORONATION OF THE QUEEN OF THE ORDER OF THE ALAMO The Order of the Alamo PMO President: Drew Stewart PMO Commissioner: Barcley Houston April 23, 8-10 p.m.

Majestic Theater, 226 E. Houston Street An evening of beauty and fantasy awaits those who attend the Coronation of the Queen of The Order of the Alamo, one of the central features of Fiesta® San Antonio.

With a spectacularly set stage, the symphony orchestra conducted by Roger Melone performs the accompaniment as visiting and in-town Duchesses make their full-court bows at “The Court of Sovereign Legends” followed by the presentation of Her Royal Highness the Princess and the Coronation of Her Gracious Majesty, the Queen. All wear elaborate dresses and trains spangled with glittering beads, crystals and jewels. After the court is seated within the magnificent stage setting, musicians and others entertain the royalty and the audience.

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Founded by San Antonio businessmen and community leaders in 1909, The Order of the Alamo celebrates Texas’ heroic struggle for independence from Mexico. The group chose its first Queen that year and staged her coronation at the Old Beethoven Hall. Thought by many to be one of the most magnificent and unusual events of its kind in the country, the Coronation of the Queen is an unforgettable evening for the whole family.

Admission is $40-$60. All seats reserved. Advance tickets available through the Majestic Theatre box office: 800.745.3000.

210.822.4669 | info@majesticempire.com

Thursday, April 24 SENIOR FIESTA® Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. PMO President: Antonio Fernandez PMO Commissioner: Barb Dampman April 24, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Road Viva Fiesta® at the only official Fiesta® event for people 55 years and older!

This event has live entertainment, special guest appearances, door prizes, dancing and vendors providing free promotional items and information on topics such as retirement planning and living, home improvement, health and wellness, leisure and senior services and more. For more than a decade, RSVP has been bringing high-quality entertainment and vendors to this senior-focused Fiesta® event. This event has boasted special guest appearances including Fiesta® Royalty, Police Chief William McManus and the crowning of the RSVP Senior Fiesta® King and Queen. Get creative and enter the Fiesta® hat contest, prizes are awarded to first and second place winners. Free parking.

RSVP is a program of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Antonio, funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service and Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio Inc. This nonprofit program is dedicated to providing people age 55 and older with meaningful volunteer opportunities.

210.222.0301

SAN ANTONIO CACTUS & XEROPHYTE SOCIETY SHOW AND SALE San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Society PMO President: Marty Ruona PMO Commissioner: Claude H. Townsend April 24-26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels Avenue The San Antonio Cactus and Xerophyte Show and Sale (SACXS) is unique to the San Antonio area. If you are a serious collector, a newcomer to cactus and succulent plants or somewhere in between, this yearly show and sale is a must-see event. There will be vendors with

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thousands of cactus and succulents for sale, many of which are not usually available locally. Members of SACXS will be on-hand to answer questions and offer expert advice. View educational displays featuring beautifully grown and stunning cactus and succulents along with information to increase your knowledge of these interesting plants. Get STUCK on cactus and succulent plants!

Proceeds benefit the Botanical Gardens and the San Antonio Cactus and Xerophyte Society.

The purposes of the Cactus and Xerophyte Society are to identify, propagate and conserve cactus and other desert-type plants; to use these plants in education, conservation of endangered species and for use in our xeroscape gardens.

sailors and Marines serving worldwide. There will be plenty of San Antonio sailors standing by for one-on-one questions and answers.

There are 8,000+ Navy men and women in San Antonio. They are part of America’s Navy, engaged in combat and warfare support, keeping waterways safe and open for global commerce, deterring sea piracy and drug trafficking, and providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief at home and abroad.

210.808.9605 | larry.f.coffey.civ@mail.mil | www.navy.com

210.655.8959 | ctownsend@satx.rr.com

ST. PHILIP’S COLLEGE CULTUREFEST AND RIB COOKOFF St. Philip’s College PMO President: Dr. Adena Williams Loston PMO Commissioner: Dr. Paul A. Machen, II April 24, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

1801 Martin Luther King Drive The fun-filled CultureFest & Rib Cookoff features live music ranging from Gospel, rhythm and blues to Tejano and country-western. The arts and crafts offer something for everyone, demonstrating our diverse community.

Wandering magicians and clowns will keep you laughing. You be the judge of who has the best ribs in the city! The opening ceremony at 10 a.m. will feature Fiesta® Royalty and dancers—a spectacular event you won’t want to miss.

St. Philip’s College was founded in 1898 and is a historically Black and Hispanic serving institution with an enrollment of more than 11,000 students.

210.486.2135 | www.alamo.edu/spc

NAVY DAY AT THE ALAMO United States Navy April 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Alamo Plaza San Antonio’s sailors will describe and demonstrate a variety of the skills and capabilities of America’s Navy assigned here in San Antonio. These demonstrations range from the Master at Arms Navy professional police and security forces and their military working dogs to the Navy Hospital Corpsmen who provide emergency medical care to

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PALO ALTO COLLEGE PACFEST Palo Alto College PMO President: Carmen Velasquez PMO Commissioner: Vincent Bosquez April 24, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Palo Alto College Central Courtyard, 1400 W. Villaret Boulevard Palo Alto College invites the community to celebrate Fiesta® at PACfest!

This annual event takes place the Thursday before the Battle of Flowers® Parade at the Southside Campus inside Loop 410 and Highway 16 South. Festivities include lively musical entertainment, children’s games and activities, food and novelty booths.

210.486.3125 | pac-osersocialnet@alamo.edu | www.alamo.edu/pac/ pacfest/

TENTH STREET RIVER FESTIVAL Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 76 PMO President: Albert Mireles PMO Commissioner: Antonio (Tony) Vasquez April 24-26, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.

VFW Post 76, 10 Tenth Street Make this festival your family event for Fiesta® 2014.

Thanks to the Museum Reach improvements on the San Antonio River, this will be the fourth year the Tenth Street River Festival will truly live up to its name.

Enjoy Fiesta® on the beautiful, historic, shaded grounds surrounding the VFW Post 76’s meeting center. The 19th-century mansion is located on the River Walk and is the place for great fun, food, cold drinks and entertainment that exemplify the

cultural diversity of San Antonio. Live music will be the focus. Musical groups cover Tejano, oldies, blues and C&W. This is the oldest functioning VFW Post in Texas. Proceeds will help renovate the century-old VFW Hall and offer financial assistance to needy veterans. Bring lawn chairs, but no outside food or drinks, please.

The purposes of the Veterans of Foreign of the United States of America are fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable and educational, and are to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members and assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead and to assist their widows and orphans; to foster true patriotism; to maintain institutions of American freedom; and to preserve and defend the United States from all enemies.

Established in 1960, CHUMC’s active inter-generational congregation supports the Colonial Hills UMC School and Child Development Center (day care) plus vibrant senior, adult, young families, youth and children’s programs. Volunteerism thrives in Stephen Ministry, Meals on Wheels, Emmaus, choir, quilting, puppet ministry, prayer ministry and more.

210.349.2401 | fiestachair@chumc.org | www.chumc.org

210.223.4581 | post76@sbcglobal.net | www.vfwpost76.org

FAMILY FIESTA® Colonial Hills United Methodist Church PMO President: Pastor Diana Phillips PMO Commissioner: Bob Nixon April 24, 5-9 p.m.

5247 Vance Jackson Family fun in a relaxed, comfortable outdoor setting is the hallmark of Family Fiesta® held at Colonial Hills United Methodist Church (CHUMC). Family Fiesta® features delicious food booths, diverse entertainment, cascarones, face painting, a petting zoo, rides, inflatable bouncers, games, prizes, shopping and more. The laughter, excitement and happiness is sure to put smiles on faces. This smoke-free and alcohol-free event has provided affordable entertainment for kids of all ages since 1990. Don’t miss it!

BATTLE OF FLOWERS® BAND FESTIVAL Battle of Flowers® Association PMO President: Anne Ballantyne PMO Commissioner: Terrie Musselman April 24, Prelude Band: 6:30 p.m., Band Festival 7-9 p.m.

Blossom Athletic Center, Jerry Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Road The 76th anniversary Battle of Flowers® Band Festival, “The Magic of Make Believe,” features students from more than 30 high school bands from San Antonio and surrounding areas joining forces to present an entertaining musical evening that is undoubtedly one of Fiesta®’s most popular events. Highlights include Herald Trumpets saluting Fiesta® Royalty, parades of high stepping bands with colorful flags and twirlers and specially chosen feature bands performing their award-winning UIL shows for the crowd. At the end of the evening, all 3,000 musicians perform together in a spectacular crowd-pleasing finale!

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The Band Festival is organized and sponsored by the Battle of Flowers® Association, which was chartered in 1914 with the mission of celebrating Texas history.

The Band Festival first became a part of Fiesta® in 1935. An executive committee composed of area band directors and music educators work with Battle of Flowers® Association volunteers to plan the evening’s program.

General admission for bleachers and limited sight lines is $3; reserved seats are $8. Tickets may be purchased by phone until mid-March at 210.832.9284 or beginning March 21 at The Fiesta Store®. Handicapped seating is extremely limited. An additional charge will be added to phone orders for postage and handling. Tickets are also available at Comalander Stadium the night of the event.

210.832.9284 | bandfestival@battleofflowers.org | www.battleofflowers.org

Friday, April 25 BATTLE OF FLOWERS PARADE® Battle of Flowers Association® PMO President: Anne Ballantyne PMO Commissioner: Terrie Musselman April 25, Vanguard: 11:30 a.m., Parade: 12:30 p.m.

Parade Route The theme for this year’s Parade is The Magic of Make Believe! A sense of wonderment will take a child’s dreams and turn them into magic for them, their families and the inner child in all of us. This 123-year- old parade is sure to inspire the dreams of both young and old. While the Civic/Education and Commercial Floats depict the magic of rhyming words with nursery rhymes, the Antique Cars, Amusements, Carriages and Wagons chose themes from the magic of storytelling through children’s books. The Cavalcade portrays the magic of the western frontier; the Military features the magic of the heroes of our country and the Commercial Balloons will be magic in the skies. The Aggie Band will once again lead the parade with their magnificent sound and precision marching. The military is honored with the Vanguard Units from area high schools who march the parade route prior to the parade. The Parade also features nine public schools who are invited on a rotating schedule to ride on a float provided by the Battle of Flowers®. Parade participants are asked to bring a floral tribute to be placed by the San Antonio Academy Cadets on the lawn in front of the Alamo.

In early 1891, Mrs. James Slayden, the wife of a congressman, began a campaign suggesting that a “Flower Parade” be staged based

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on a parade she had observed while in Spain. Wanting to honor the fallen heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, Mrs. Slayden concluded that April 21 would be the best date for the parade. Today, the Battle of Flowers® Parade holds the distinction of being the first celebration held in Alamo Plaza and is considered the founding event of Fiesta® San Antonio.

Bleacher tickets are $25 for Alamo Grandstands; $20 for Cenotaph stands; $15 for Alamo Street Bleachers-North (Travis/Houston), Alamo Street Bleachers-South (Crockett/Commerce) and Alamo Plaza Bleachers; and $12 for Maverick and Broadway Bleachers. Tickets are available starting March 21 at The Fiesta® Store®. To purchase advance tickets by mail, send request to Battle of Flowers® Association, c/o Parade Tickets, P.O. Box 6432, San Antonio, TX 78209. Ticket orders must be received by March 14. A postage and handling fee of $5 will be added to each order. For information on street chairs visit www. fiesta-sa.org.

210.822.2929 | battleofflowerspresale@gmail.com | www.battleofflowers.org Tune into KSAT for live television coverage!

FIESTA® WORLD CLASS JAZZ CONCERT St. Mary’s University Department of Music PMO President: Thomas Mengler PMO Commissioner: John Rankin April 25, 1-10 p.m.

St. Mary’s University, One Camino Santa Marina Don’t miss the “Jazz of Fiesta®.” Enjoy the great sounds of outstanding national, regional and local jazz artists at the 2014 Fiesta® World Class Jazz Concert. This event is co-sponsored by the St. Mary’s University Music Department and the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission. The Fiesta® World Class Jazz Concert is dedicated to presenting the finest live jazz, America’s national treasure. Past concerts have featured Kenny Garrett, Bill Watrous, Marcus Belgrave, Maynard Ferguson, George Garzone, Paquito D’Rivera and Terence Blanchard. This year’s featured artist’s performance will be preceded by outstanding university and military jazz bands beginning at 1 p.m. Bring a friend and enjoy a day of great jazz.

210.436.3421

FIESTA® SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE Alamo Area Square & Round Dance Association PMO President: James and Marsha Earles PMO Commissioner: Phil and Janet Abell April 25, 7-10 p.m.

Tri-Point YMCA, 3233 N. St. Mary’s Street The Alamo Area Square and Round Dance Association was established in 1951 with 22 clubs in the San Antonio vicinity. The clubs now promote fellowship through square dancing, round dancing, clogging and contra dancing. The association coordinates special dance activities

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and organizes dance demonstrations and exhibitions for nursing homes, hospitals, schools, churches, the Texas Folklife Festival and many other special events.

TEXAS CORVETTE ASSOCIATION CAR SHOW St. Jude’s Ranch for Children PMO President: Christin Spadafor PMO Commissioner: Dan Martin April 26, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Each year the association gives thousands of dollars to the Texas State Federation of Square and Round Dancers Teen Scholarship Fund. Many teens in the Alamo Area have benefited from this fund. The organization also informs the non-dance public about various dance styles through promotional materials, dancing lessons and clinics. September is National Square Dance Month and Square Dancing is the Official Folk Dance of Texas.

If classic cars and Corvettes appeal to you, then Boerne is the place to be this Fiesta®! More than 350 cars will be on display, plus, enjoy music, silent auctions and door prizes. A custom 2013 Spurs-themed Dodge Ram pickup truck will be raffled on the day of the car show.

210.828.0214 | www.alamoarea.org

Saturday, April 26 FIESTA® POOCH PARADE Therapy Animals of San Antonio PMO President: Linda Porter-Wenzloff PMO Commissioner: Carlynn Ricks April 26, 8-11 a.m.

Alamo Heights Swimming Pool, 250 Viesca Calling all pooches! Come to a howling good time…walking, sniffing and otherwise cavorting with fellow pooches.

Oh, and bring your humans, too! Therapy Animals of San Antonio proudly presents its 16th annual Fiesta® Pooch Parade! Wind your way through the lovely tree-lined streets of Alamo Heights in this 5K (3-mile) sure-to-be-pleasing, tail-wagging route. Come early for special exhibits and educational presentations that you and your furry friend can enjoy. Does your pooch like to “dress up”? Then the ever-popular, ever-growing “Canine Costume Contest” is for you; it starts at 8:15 a.m., and dogs must be registered to enter.

Dress up your dog, costume your kids, decorate your kids’ wagon, wear a sombrero or just come in your comfy walking shoes and show your Fiesta® Spirit. Dogs just want to have fun, too!

Therapy Animals of San Antonio is a nonprofit, all volunteer organization. All money raised from the Fiesta® Pooch Parade remains in the local area to directly support these programs. Their mission statement of “bringing people and animals together for healing” is exemplified in the volunteer visits to more than 80 health care facilities touching the lives of local children, teenagers, adults and senior citizens.

Pre-registration is $20 per one human and pooch or $25 per family and all the family dogs, must be postmarked by April 19. Registration on the day of the event is $25 and $30. Gates open for registration at 8 a.m. Avoid the lines, save money and register in advance. Register and pay via PayPal or a credit card at www.TherapyAnimalsSA.org or send a check to Therapy Animals of San Antonio, P.O. Box 690221, San Antonio, TX 78269.

210.614.6734 | animal@therapyanimalssa.org | www.therapyanimalssa. org

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The 22nd Annual Texas Corvette Association Car Show benefits St. Jude’s Ranch for Children in Bulverde. St. Jude’s Ranch is a home for abandoned, abused and neglected children from Central and South Texas.

830.226.5386 | silver65@satx.rr.com | www.texas-corvette-association. org

FIESTA® JAZZ BAND FESTIVAL St. Mary’s University Department of Music PMO President: Thomas Mengler PMO Commissioner: John Rankin April 26, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

St. Mary’s University, Conference Room A, One Camino Santa Maria The 52nd annual Fiesta® Jazz Band Festival is San Antonio’s oldest educational jazz festival, attracting junior and senior high-school jazz ensembles from Texas and other states. Participants perform for criticism before a panel of renowned jazz clinicians. Trophies and awards are given for outstanding performances in various categories. A special clinic by this year’s Fiesta® Jazz Artist will be featured midday. Past clinicians include Dizzy Gillespie, Bill Lee, Wayne Bergeron, Gordon Goodwin, Bob Mintzer, Rufus Reid, Curtis Wilson, Rick Lawn and Bob Moses. Come enjoy tomorrow’s future jazz artists performing for the final Saturday of Fiesta®.

Band entry fee is $225.

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SAN ANTONIO WOMEN’S & CO-ED FIESTA® SOCCER TOURNAMENT Women’s Soccer Association of San Antonio, Inc. PMO President & Commissioner: Alice Klein April 26-27, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

STAR Soccer Complex, 5103 David Edwards Drive The Women’s Soccer Association of San Antonio is proud to announce its 36th annual Fiesta® Women and Co-Ed Soccer Tournament. Women and coed teams from Texas and other states compete at all levels. Food, beverages and t-shirts are for sale.

The Women’s Soccer Association consists of several divisions: Competitive, Recreation, Under 23, Over 30 and Co-ed. League games are played yearround. Fall and spring games are played Sundays, summer games during the week and Sundays and co-ed games Sunday afternoons.

You may register year-round. Free parking.

Tournament entry fee is $375 per team.

210.394.2788 | soccerklein@sbcglobal.net | www.wsasa.org

ALAMO CITY FIESTA® RUGBY TOURNAMENT Alamo City Rugby Football Club Inc. PMO President: Ben Barton PMO Commissioner: William Harmon April 26, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Brooks Field Park, 3605 Goliad Road In 1984 the Alamo City Rugby Football Club (ACRFC) joined the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission and began hosting a rugby event each spring during Fiesta®.

In past years participating teams have included British Caledonia, Twickingham of England, Arklow Ireland and the Old Hirelings from France. Many years, the U.S. military academies have attended and competed for the “Commandant’s 15s Cup.” This year the tournament features a collegiate division (men & women) including the University of Texas at San Antonio, University of Texas at Austin, St. Mary’s University & collegiate teams from the Houston area. The tournament will also include men’s club teams, old boys (over 35 years of age) and a Gaelic football exhibition. GLI Distributing will sponsor the event.

The ACRFC was founded in the spring of 1983 by a small group of players interested in promoting the sport of rugby for athletic enjoyment and to serve as a fundraiser for local charities. Since then the club has grown to include high school, college, old boy and men’s senior teams.

The ACRFC has affiliated with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the San Antonio Food Bank and other charitable organizations.

KING WILLIAM FAIR King William Association PMO President: Maximo Martinez PMO Commissioner: Jeremy Nelson April 26, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

King William Historic District The King William Association invites you to celebrate the history and diversity of Texas’ first historic neighborhood at the King William Fair. Stroll past stately Victorian mansions as you enjoy a wide variety of drink and fine ethnic cuisine. Lovingly restored homes provide backgrounds for many of Texas’ best artisans as they offer their creations and demonstrate their artistry. Entertainment includes live music, dance groups and a small but funky parade. Children have a special place to enjoy rides and games in the Kids’ Kingdom. Find collectible pins and other Fair-related merchandise in “Ilse’s Attic” near King William Park.

Proceeds from this event provide educational scholarships for innercity students, art programs for elementary through high schools and revitalization activities to complement the historic preservation of the King William Neighborhood.

Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 15 and under.

210.271.3247 | info@kwfair.org | www.kwfair.org

UNITED WAY KIDS FESTIVAL United Way of San Antonio & Bexar County PMO President: Lyndon Herridge PMO Commissioner: Kasi Cox April 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lockwood Park, 801 North Olive Street This free community event features over 65 booths (nonprofits, school districts and city services) providing information, activities and entertainment focusing on the celebration and promotion of early childhood development. A wide variety of activities are available for children of all ages including a Showmobile stage hosting numerous entertainment acts along with mascot characters. City officials will welcome participants and attendants throughout the day.

United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County is dedicated to helping people LIVE UNITED by investing in 62 partner agencies and 135 programs that improve and save lives. For over 70 years United Way has funded agencies and programs that reach out to individuals, families and children throughout San Antonio and Bexar County.

210.352.7147 | kcox@unitedwaysatx.org | www.unitedwaysatx.org

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A Taste of New Orleans 2014 Come On Down To The Bayou Boogie!

April 11-13, 2014

Sunken Gardens Theatre Brackenridge Park San Antonio, Texas Info: 210-637-8328

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UTSA FOOTBALL FIESTA® SPRING GAME The University of Texas at San Antonio PMO President: Dr. Ricardo Romo PMO Commissioner: Dr. Barry McKinney April 26, 1 p.m.

Alamodome, 100 Montana Street Having just completed their first season in Conference USA, UTSA shattered predictions and finished its season second in the C-USA West division with a 7-5 overall and 6-2 Conference record. The excitement continues this Spring at the UTSA Football Fiesta® Spring Game. UTSA invites the San Antonio community to what has become an annual tradition for our community. This is an opportunity for the San Antonio community to watch some defense and some offense. Join the UTSA Roadrunners football team and Head Coach Larry Coker for this family friendly event at the Alamodome.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is an emerging Tier One research institution specializing in health, energy, security, sustainability and human and social development. With nearly 31,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service.

210.458.8872 (UTSA) | utsasports@utsa.edu | www.goUTSA.com

The 66th anniversary of the Fiesta® Flambeau® Night Parade celebrates the 2014 theme, “A Time to Remember.” The Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade is one of the largest illuminated parades in the US and the University of Texas Longhorn Band is the premier band that traditionally leads the parade each year. The parade also features marching units, out-of-town bands, equestrian units, musical groups and many other attractions to create a night of incredible illuminated entertainment in San Antonio.

The Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. is a nonprofit organization which stages the parade with more than 100 volunteer members.

The purpose of the Association is to plan, organize, produce and stage the Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade annually during Fiesta® San Antonio, to enhance the celebration for the San Antonio community and its visitors.

Tickets are $25 for Alamo Grandstands; $20 for Cenotaph stands; $15 for Alamo Street Bleachers-North (Travis/Houston), Alamo Street Bleachers-South (Crockett/Commerce) and Alamo Plaza Bleachers; and $12 for Maverick and Broadway Bleachers. Tickets are available starting March 21 at The Fiesta® Store®. To purchase advance tickets visit www.fiestaflambeauparade.org or by mail, before March 1, send request with $5 postage and handling per order to the Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade Association, Attention Tickets, P.O. Box 15277, San Antonio, TX 78212. For information on street chairs visit www.fiesta-sa. org.

210.735.6644 | www.fiestaflambeauparade.org

SAN ANTONIO ROADRUNNERS 32ND ANNUAL FIESTA® FANDANGO San Antonio Roadrunners PMO President: Jerry Negrete PMO Commissioner: Joan Bobrukiewiez April 26, 5:45 p.m.

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Come run in costume at the San Antonio Roadrunners’ 32nd Annual Fiesta® Fandango run! This 2.6 mile fun run takes place just before the Fiesta® Flambeau® Night Parade, along the parade route. This is a chance to race in front of the thousands of people who line the streets of the entire course. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes or run in groups with a theme. Music and refreshments are available after the race for all participants.

Visit website for registration information. pr@saroadrunners.com | www.saroadrunners.com/event calendar FIESTA® FLAMBEAU® NIGHT PARADE Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. PMO President: G. Salvador Gutierrez PMO Commissioner: Robert Cuellar April 26, Vanguard: 6:15 p.m., Parade: 7:15 p.m.

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Tune into KSAT for live television coverage!

Sunday, April 27 FIESTA® WILDFLOWER BIKE RIDE SOAR DBA Morgan’s Wonderland PMO President: Gordon Hartman PMO Commissioner: Ron Morander April 27, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Morgan’s Wonderland, 5223 David Edward Drive The Fiesta® Wildflower Ride brings families together during this weekend of challenging and inspiring activities. Both young and the young at heart join in this fitness experience as they cycle through our scenic hill country. Participants and spectators alike anticipate a memorable weekend to close out Fiesta® activities. The start location for the ride is Morgan’s Wonderland. The 2014 route distances range from 23-100 miles. Rest stops are staged approximately every 10 miles and are fully supported by volunteers. Roving Support and Gear vehicles are available on all courses to assist riders between aid stations when necessary. In conjunction with the ride, Morgan’s Wonderland hosts a Tyke Bike Ride for tricycles, strollers, training-wheel bikes and wheelchairs around the lake at the park that morning followed by a day in the park.

Completely wheelchair-accessible, Morgan’s Wonderland features more than 25 elements and attractions including rides, playgrounds, gardens, an 18,000-square-foot special events center, a 575-seat amphitheater, picnic area and rest areas. The 25-acre, nonprofit park was created through the vision and leadership of The Gordon Hartman Family Foundation.

Admission is $50.

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ST. GREGORY’S FIESTA® DE LA FAMILIA St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church PMO President & Commissioner: Father Michael O’Gorman April 27, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

St. Gregory Catholic Church, 700 Dewhurst St. Gregory the Great Church and School invite one and all to their annual Fiesta® de La Familia. a community tradition for 16 years that has brought together friends, family and local businesses. Enjoy food, music, games and rides for children of all ages. A live and silent auction is held 1-4 p.m.

210.342.0281 | www.stgregorys.net

SAN JOSÉ MISSIONFEST Mission San José Parish PMO President: Jean Pacheco PMO Commissioner: Father Tony Posadas April 27, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Avenue Celebrating 13 years as an official Fiesta® event! MissionFest has been a Southside tradition for generations and represents a variety of activities that attract numerous families and visitors year after year. An estimated 10,000 people will be in attendance.

This unique family event features great food, great entertainment with live music by various Tejano, Conjunto and Country artists throughout the day, the Children’s Corner and arts and crafts.

The music line-up is a Flaco Jimenez protégé from the Netherlands, Dwayne Verheyden; Austin’s Country Honky Tonk Darlin’, Amanda Cevallos; San Antonio Current Music Award winner, Bombasta; Austin Music Award winner and “Machete, Spy Kids and Kill Bill 2” soundtrack artist, Del Castillo; Grammy Award winners, La Santa Cecilia (from Los Angeles, CA) and Los TexManiacs with special guests Rick Trevino and “Living Legend” Augie Meyers; and an All Star Jam featuring Gibby Escobedo, Jimmy Edwards & The Original School Breed with Roberto Pulido, Ram Herrera, David Lee Garza and Max Baca. Free parking. No outside containers. Guests may bring their own lawn chairs.

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keeping the church community a functioning cultural part of American history. Allowing to keep the doors open to the faithful and millions of visitors from around the world.

Admission is $8 for adults and free for ages 17 and under. No refunds.

210.922.0543 | williegracie@sbcglobal.net | www.sanjosemissionfest. com

a floral tribute to be place at the Monument for the Battle of Hill 881 South, a prominent part of Auditorium Circle.

Alamo Chapter 366 was chartered in 1988 and it is the only chartered chapter in San Antonio. Current membership is over 142 members comprised of soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen who served in the U.S. military between 1961 and 1975 during the Vietnam era.

210.887.7582

FIESTA® BLUES HERITAGE SERIES The San Antonio Blues Society PMO President: Victor DiValentino PMO Commissioner: Pamela Harter April 27, 12-6 p.m.

Sam’s Burger Joint, 330 E. Grayson Street The San Antonio Blues Society (SABS) presents an afternoon filled with eclectic performances of blues and blues-influenced music. Enjoy a family-friendly event to close out Fiesta®! Be there to cheer on the winning high school seniors awarded with this year’s Sam Baird Scholarship, funded by members and sponsors. Fiesta® proceeds help fund and support SABS projects, notably the “Blues in the Schools” program, which works with local schools and students to help promote and preserve one of America’s unique art forms.

The SABS was established for the sole purpose of promoting and preserving blues music. Its mission is to ensure the continuation of blues music by offering educational programs within the community and to preserve locations and artifacts relevant to the history of blues music and its artists.

Admission is $15. Available online and at the door.

5th ANNUAL FIESTA® CONCERT San Antonio Symphonic Band PMO President: Bobby A. Baiza, Jr. PMO Commissioner: Alfred G. Tapia April 27, 3-5 p.m.

Thiry Auditorium, Our Lady of the Lake University The San Antonio Symphonic Band, the “All America City Band,” was designated by the San Antonio City Council as the official band of the Alamo City on September 4, 1986. The Band, under the direction of Alfred Tapia, consists of volunteer musicians representing a wide variety of professions. This year, the Band performs on the last day of Fiesta® at Thiry Auditorium, on the campus of Our Lady of the Lake University. Join the San Antonio Symphonic Band as they use the sound of music to explore the cards of Lotería!

The San Antonio Symphonic Band exists to provide a venue for aspiring instrumental and vocal soloists, composers and musicians who want to continue to share their talents with San Antonio and surrounding cities.

210.545.5654 | sanantoniosymphonicband@gmail.com | www.sananotniosymphonicband.com

210.641.8192 | www.sanantonioblues.com ALL VETERANS MEMORIAL SERVICE Alamo Chapter 366, Vietnam Veterans of America PMO President: Daniel Medrano PMO Commissioner: James Fenimore April 27, 1-2 p.m.

Veterans Square, Auditorium Circle, Jefferson Street at East Martin Alamo Chapter 366, Vietnam Veterans of America, holds its annual ceremony dedicated to all veterans of America. This solemn program is a salute to the dedication and sacrifices of the brave men and women who have served and those who are serving in the U.S. military to protect American freedom. Veterans and their spouses and survivors, veterans groups and the general public are invited to attend and participate. The event will feature a guest speaker, patriotic music and reading and a wreath laying. Participants are encouraged to bring

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PRAISE DANCE CELEBRATION Alpha Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated PMO President: Linda H. Conley PMO Commissioner: Cynthia White/Cheryl Palmer April 27, 4-6 p.m.

Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry The Alpha Tau Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosts the Annual Praise Dance Celebration. The Praise Dance Celebration was established in 2002 as an avenue to recognize the enrichment of Christian worship and the art contribution through praise and interpretive dance. The 2014 Praise Dance Celebration showcase highlights 18 praise dance groups, diverse in age and gender, from local schools, churches and other community organizations. These groups grace the stage in ornate, free-flowing costumes depicting specific stories of triumph through music. This prized event promotes the use of dance to enhance and enrich Christian worship services.

Since 1930, Alpha Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has been serving the San Antonio community. In support of the goals and ideals of the sorority founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Tau Omega Chapter works continuously to cultivate high academic achievement, ethical standards and civic responsibility.

210.337.6925 | atoakasa@gmail.com | www.atoaka.org

REINA DE LA FERIA DE LAS FLORES RECEPTION League of United Latin American Citizens Council No. 2 PMO President: Johnny Gabriel PMO Commissioner: Dolores Tamez April 27, 4-7 p.m.

Location TBA Celebrate la Reina de la Feria de las Flores 2014, Marisol Garza, at her reception on the last official day of Fiesta®. LULAC Council No. 2, an affiliate of the League of United Latin American Citizens, will recognize and honor the 2014 Queen and all those who made her reign possible. This title is bestowed on the candidate who raises the most money for the Parent/Child Scholarship Program of the LULAC Council No. 2. Many Fiesta® enthusiasts will attend this official, colorful Fiesta® event. Due to limited capacity of venue, please call to request an invitation request or additional information for the Queen’s Reception.

210.403.9001 MUSIC FROM ST. MARK’S St. Mark’s Episcopal Church PMO President: Joseph Causby PMO Commissioner: Terri Shaw April 27, 5 p.m.

315 E. Pecan Street Celebrate the 22nd anniversary season of Music from St. Mark’s. The event features Benjamin Britten’s “Rejoice in the Lamb” and Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria.” The St. Mark’s Youth and Chamber Choir, under the direction of Joseph Causby, Director of Music and Organist, will be joined by orchestra for this festive occasion.

Enjoy an afternoon of superb music in this historic treasure of downtown San Antonio.

Founded in 1858, the first members of St. Mark’s sought the highest standards as they sought to complete a house of worship designed, improbably, by the nation’s top church architect. By the time of its centennial, St. Mark’s was recognized as “one of America’s great parishes.” St. Mark’s has continued onward, celebrating its sesquicentennial in 2008 and reaching new heights as members minister to each other, their community, the nation and the world.

210.226.2426 | www.stmarks-sa.org

Events in Partnership with Fiesta® San Antonio Commission ROBERT INDIANA: THE MOTHER OF US ALL McNay Art Museum February 5-May 25 6000 North New Braunfels This exhibition includes both a selection of Robert Indiana’s cut-paper costume and scene designs and six felt costumes for The Mother of Us All, Gertrude Stein and Virgil Thomson’s pioneering American opera inspired by the life of Susan B. Anthony. Exaggerating the silhouettes of period dress and the symbols of political spectacle, Indiana re-envisioned Stein and Thomson’s music drama of women’s suffrage battles for the Pop Art era. Still timely today, Indiana’s scene and costume designs will introduce Stein and Thomson’s The Mother of Us All to a new generation. Bringing together art, literature, music, history and politics, the exhibition invites innovative programming and community partnerships.

Admission is $15 for adults; $10 for students, military, seniors; and free for children 12 and under. Open Sunday, Noon-5 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

210.824.5368 |info@mcnayart.org | www.mcnayart.org INSTITUTE of TEXAN CULTURES HATS OFF TO FIESTA®!

UTSA’s Institute of Texan Cultures March 28 – July 6 HemisFair Park, 801 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd.

Hats Off to Fiesta®! Towering above the crowd, Fiesta® hats are an overthe-top part of San Antonio’s Fiesta® celebration. This year’s ITC Fiesta® exhibit showcases nearly 50 Fiesta® hats ranging from a blue feathered peacock to a colorful beehive, and even the Institute of Texan Cultures itself. Big, small or covered with twinkling lights, Hats Off to Fiesta®! is a fashion “must” this Fiesta® season! In conjunction with the hat exhibit, see Fiesta® Medal Mania! II, a display of this year’s Fiesta® medals and A Night in Old San Antonio: A History in Photographs, a retrospective photo collage of one of Fiesta’s® most popular events.

Admission is $8 for adults (12-64); $7 for seniors (65+); $6 for children (3-11), military (with ID) and college students (with ID); and free for children 2 and younger, museum members and UTSA & Alamo Colleges students, faculty and staff (with ID). Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 12-5 p.m. Limited free parking.

210.458.2300 | www.TexanCultures.com

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These fun-filled cascarone crackin’, piñata whackin’ spring days of Fiesta will soon make way for hotter summer days and budget bustin’ utility bills.

If your current air conditioner is more than 10 years old, it is far less effective at keeping you comfortable than today’s high efficiency models.

Trane makes several models engineered to keep you and your family cool this summer and helps you save money every month on your utility bill.

Right after your Fiesta siesta, call a Trane dealer and let him show you how to replace or upgrade your system for better comfort and savings.

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corporation The Fiesta速 Commission Charitable Corporation supports programs, events and nonprofit organizations that create a safe, healthy and educational Fiesta速, preserving the history, culture and heritage of San Antonio and positively impacting economic development and tourism.

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Donations to the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation support vital developing programs that strengthen our community including Arts & Culture, Safety & Environment, History & Heritage, Education and Military.

tainers, split between trash and recycling, are located along the parade route and cross streets; City of San Antonio Eco Station signage is located at each collection of containers; and yellow recycling bags are distributed to spectators along the parade route.

In 2013, the recycling rate for the parade routes increased to 31%.

Arts & Culture

Health and wellness

In 2016 Fiesta® will mark its 125th Anniversary. This is San Antonio’s chance to showcase Fiesta® to the nation. Fiesta® is a unique fusion of traditions, arts and culture. As one of the few city-wide cultural festivals in the United States, we have something special to celebrate. Let’s plan to make a big splash!

Fiesta Fit® is the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission’s wellness platform and will include programs to inform festival goers on healthy food options and how to remain fit throughout the year. Miss Fiesta® San Antonio 2013 centered her platform around preventative Health Care and Fitness and as part of her platform, hosted two public Health Fairs. San Antonio is currently ranked among the highest American cities for rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, and Miss Fiesta® San Antonio, acting as a spokesperson for the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation, has created public access to screenings, education and community resources through these series of local Health Fairs.

Safety and Environment Fiesta Safe Rides® is a program that promotes being safe during Fiesta® and planning ahead in obtaining a designated driver or safe way home. Through partnerships with the Texas Department of Transportation, Silver Eagle, Valero, the City of San Antonio Police Department and Yellow Cab, Fiesta Safe Rides® has distributed taxi vouchers or gift cards in order for individuals to ensure a safe way to and from a Fiesta® event.

Additionally, every year the VIA Metropolitan Transit offers their Park and Ride service to many Fiesta® events. Park and Ride locations span the city and are offered at discounted, affordable rates. In 2013, Park and Ride provided a safe ride home for 24,000 Fiesta®-goers.

Fiesta Verde® is the green initiative of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission. The Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation works with partners including Keep San Antonio Beautiful and the City of San Antonio to promote an environmentally friendly festival.

Fiesta Verde implemented a plan in 2012 to increase trash collection and recycling along the parade route. Today, more 700 con®

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History and Heritage The Military Ambassador program is unique to any festival in the world. A male and female ambassador is chosen for each branch of service and those individuals are escorted throughout Fiesta® and Military City USA to promote the armed services. These ambassadors are chosen through a rigorous application and interview process. In 2013, the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation created a fund to help offset the costs of this important program, which was affected by cuts due to sequestration. This has allowed the Charitable Corporation to set a course to ensure the continuation of celebrating the armed services.

Education The Miss Fiesta San Antonio® program is an educational, yearlong internship. This program selects an accomplished young woman to develop a platform that highlights and promotes the

Pledge Card I support the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation. I am enclosing my generous gift of: $5,000 $250

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All designated gifts will include a 15% donation to the Fiesta® Annual Fund to cover administrative costs. Military Programs are not affiliated with the Department of Defense.

I would like to pay by credit card I’ve enclosed a check made payable to the “Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation” Credit Card Number Exp. Date charitable, educational or cultural objectives of the Fiesta Commission Charitable Corporation. Part of the interview process is for the applicant to devise a project around one of the program areas of the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation, which is then completed during her reign.

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Give a gift today to help the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission preserve and promote the culture, history, heritage and traditions of this great city, through the largest, city-wide celebration in San Antonio.

The Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation is a 501-c(3) organization and donations are tax deductible.

Four Easy Ways to Donate Donating to the Fiesta® Commission Charitable Corporation is easy!

By Mail: Fill out the attached pledge card and mail to: Fiesta® San Antonio Commission 2611 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78215 In Person: Simply stop by the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission Office at 2611 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78215.

By Phone: Call 210.227.5191 x114 Online: Visit www.fiesta-sa.org/getinvolved.aspx

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Fiscal year ends July 31. Gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Please send the completed form to: Fiesta® San Antonio Commission 2611 Broadway San Antonio, Texas 78215

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Presidents Former

The selfless devotion of these past presidents has made possible the outstanding success of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission since 1960. We thank these dedicated volunteer leaders and their families for the donation of their time, energy and creativity.

Marilyn Eldridge 2013

Evangelina Flores 2012

Sam Bell Steves II 2011

Mary Begia 2010

Charles Barrett 2009

John Steen Jr. 2008

Mary West Traylor 2006

Larry Kurth 2005

Edward Steves 2004

Irma Flores 2003

Robert D. Reed 2002 (Deceased)

Gloria L. Ray 2001

Marshall T. Clegg 2000

Carlos R. Montemayor 1999 (Deceased)

Thad W. Ziegler 1998

Nick Garza 1997

Don Moyé 1996

Naomi RussellWolfman 1995 (Deceased)

Jack Saunders 1994 (Deceased)

Pete R. Martinez 1993

Robert W. Carlson 1992 (Deceased)

Barbara Wenger 1991

Inell Schooler 1990

Jorge Gonzalez 2007

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Roger Flores 1989 (Deceased)

Carol Canty 1988

Bryon L. LeFlore 1987

Agnes B. Harwood 1986

William F. Grinnan Jr. 1985

Joanna Parrish 1984

Louis J. Sanchez 1983

Wilbur F. Littleton Jr. 1982 (Deceased)

Louise Thomas 1981

Thad M. Ziegler 1980

Joe B. Martinez Jr. 1979 (Deceased)

Weir Labatt III 1978

Jerome K. Harris Jr. 1977 (Deceased)

Amanda Ochse 1976

James W. Gorman 1975

Robert H. Seal 1974 (Deceased)

Charles G. Orsinger 1973 (Deceased)

John T. Steen 1972 (Deceased)

Ralph E. Lehr 1971

Stewart Johnson 1970 (Deceased)

Donald W. Garrett 1969 (Deceased)

Peter J. Hennessey Jr. 1968

Hallie Spice 1967 (Deceased)

John H. Morse 1966 (Deceased)

Orval A. Slater 1965 (Deceased)

Jerome K. Harris Sr. 1964 (Deceased)

Ames Gill Sr. 1963 (Deceased)

Harry D. Jersig 1962 (Deceased)

Tom Powell Sr. 1961 (Deceased)

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Organizations Additional Participating Member

Some participating members of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission do not host an event during Fiesta® but are still important contributors to the celebration:

Alamo Exhibition Bird Club

Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

President, Donna Rich – Commissioner, David Dupuy

President, Richard Perez – Commissioner, Linda Corkill

San Antonio German Club

San Antonio Hermann Sons Presidents Council

San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

San Antonio Museum of Art

President and Commissioner, Clyde Johnson

President, Ramiro Cavazos – Commissioner, Rosemary Kowalski

Monticello Park Historic District President, Roberto G. Hinkson - Commissioner, Roberto G. Hinkson, Jr.

President, Mary Bean – Commissioner, Leroy Muehlstein

President and Commissioner, John Eadie

St. Luke Catholic Church

President, Ernest Elizando – Commissioner, Greg Shean

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join US Join the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission and become part of a proud 123-year-old tradition celebrating San Antonio’s culture and diversity.

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One of the largest events in Texas, Fiesta®, started with a single parade in 1891 and now draws over 3.5 million people annually. We celebrate the heroes of the battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto with more than 100 events promoting the heritage, culture and spirit of San Antonio.

Over 100 nonprofit organizations work to put on the events of Fiesta®.

Many of them are able to raise their operating budgets for the entire year through these events. Your membership gives you greater access to all the fun while helping our community.

There are many benefits to being a member of the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission! In addition to receiving a discount at The Fiesta Store®, members are among the first to see the official Fiesta® poster each year at the annual poster unveiling and holiday fun and cheer is had by all at the annual members’ holiday party. Plus, the Fiesta® Commission is adding more fun, member-only events to take place throughout the year.

As an Individual Member, you share your passion for our city with other San Antonians at special social events. As a Business Member, you have the opportunity to share your pride with tens of thousands of potential customers.

Join the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission Family and become part of the celebration.

Individual Membership All Fiesta® San Antonio Commission members receive the following benefits: • 15% discount on official merchandise at The Fiesta® Store • A Fiesta® wall calendar • Recognition in the official Fiesta® award-winning magazine • Listing in the membership directory • Special discounts from Fiesta® San Antonio Commission sponsors through regular email updates

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• Opportunities for advertising discounts through the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission In addition, based on your level, Individual Members receive: Individual Lifetime President’s Circle ($2,000+) • Lifetime membership in the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission • Invitation for two to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Lifetime invitation for four to the Texas Cavalier River Parade Viewing Party • One exclusive, limited edition Fiesta® medal and one single year bar for life Individual President’s Circle ($250) • Invitation for two to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Invitation for two to the Texas Cavalier River Parade Viewing Party • One exclusive membership medal • One membership pin and one single year bar Couple ($100) • Invitation for two to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Two membership medals and two single year bars Individual ($55) • Invitation for one to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • One membership medal and 1 single year bar

Active Military (with valid identification) ($25) • One membership pin and single year bar Student (21 or younger) ($15) • One exclusive junior associate pin and single year bar • Invitation to family friendly events Business and Nonprofit Membership Become a part of Fiesta® and promote your business or organization to individuals, companies and nonprofit organizations.

All Fiesta® San Antonio Commission Business and Nonprofit members receive these benefits: • Opportunities to promote your business to members and offer discounts or specials through an online directory on Fiesta’s® website • Official Fiesta® San Antonio Commission display window decal for your business • Official Fiesta® magazine in quantity (priority distribution upon request) In addition, based on your level, Business and Nonprofit members receive: Ambassador Business Supporter ($1,000 and above) • Eighth page, four-color ad in the official Fiesta® award-winning magazine • Invitation for four to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Invitation for four to the Texas Cavalier River Parade Viewing Party • Four official Fiesta® medals • Four Fiesta® membership pins • Four business bars and three single year bars • Two artist signed and numbered Fiesta® posters

Diplomat Business Supporter ($500) • Invitation for three to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Three Fiesta® membership medals • Three Fiesta® Commission membership pins • Three business bars and three single year bars • One artist signed and numbered Fiesta® poster Envoy Business Supporter ($250) • Invitation for two to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Two Fiesta® membership medal • Two Fiesta® membership pin • Two business bars and two single year bars • Two Fiesta® posters Basic Business Supporter ($150) • Invitation for one to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • One Fiesta® membership pin • One business bar and one single year bar • One Fiesta® poster Nonprofit (501-c organizations only) ($300) • Invitation for one to the fall Poster Unveiling, winter “Members Only” holiday social, spring Annual Membership meeting and other social opportunities • Opportunity to sell your Fiesta® pins in The Fiesta® Store • Opportunity to sell your Fiesta® pins at Pin Pandemonium Membership dues may be deducted as an ordinary business expense, but are not deductible as charitable contributions.

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members Lifetime President’s Circle Tim and Karen Hixon

Dan and Sheri Weis

Wendy S. Wirth

Chris and Susan Heinemeyer Sandee Mewhinney Johns Rhonda L. McMichael Marvinette Smith and Ira Smith Kelly Danforth Storbeck Mrs. Louis H. Stumberg

Rosemary Sundeen Louise B. Thomas Nancy Tom John Tyler Fran Zamzow

Thomas and Julie Coffey Carolyn T. Cohen and Carlton M. Taylor Linda and Carlton Conley Dr. Gary W. Cox and Michael Simon Arther and Jerri Cruz Eva and George Davila Tom and Karla Davis Eddy and Stella De La Garza Manuel and Darlene De Los Santos Erwin J. and Rose Mary De Luna Karen and Armando Diaz Arthur and Janet Dietel Fernando and Gina Dominguez Tina and Bill Drain Wayne and B. J. Duncan Sharon and Steve Duran, Jr. Debra Eaton and Debra Smith Donald and Marilyn Engelking Santiago and Mary Esther Escobedo Sharon and Donald Fajkus Kirk and Suzie Feldmann James and Darlene Fenimore Mike and Brenda Fernandez Evangelina Flores and David Reta Maj. Gen. (Ret) and Mrs. Al Flowers Ed and Andrea Frankland Carolyn C. Frost and Ted Williams Kelley and Pat Frost

Cindy and Mike Gabel Frank and Karla Galindo J. A. Garcia and Sue Ann Garcia Jesse and Patricia Garza Jeffrey Giles and Jesse Mejias Jimmie and Dolores Gonzalez Debbie and Jorge Gonzalez Nancy and Joe Green Sandra and Charles Gunter Corey and Heather Hall Urban Hamm and Jeffrey Martinez Shelly and Marshall Harrell Dale and Miriam Harris Albert Ford Hausser Michelle and Jack Hayes Jim and Roxane Hayne Jack and Carol Hebdon, Jr. Claus and Jean Heide Jan and Chris Heinrichs Vernon and Jackie Helmke Peter and Lynne Hennessey Hugo and Ramon Hernandez Ernest and Irene Hernandez Gretchen Hill and Patrick Ward Mr. and Mrs. Herbert W. Hill, Jr. Jan and Roger Hill Robert Hill Joann and Bill Hinchey

President’s Circle Anne and Steve Ballantyne Patricia Brannon Ferne Burney Marilyn and Huard Eldridge James W. Gorman Sean and Margaret Gunn

Couple Darlene and Donald Aird James and Valarie Albert Tony and Sylvia Alvarado Greg and Janet Anderson Thomas(Pre) and Julie Ball Jimmie and Harry A. Balling David and Sandra Barnhart Roel and Diana Barrera Charles and Melissa Barrett Mary and Mike Beam Mike and Mary Benedum Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Biedenharn Debora F. Bittner and Jo Ann Aguilar Linda and Stephen Blount Mary Pat and Michael Bolner Janet and Col. Mark Bower Janice and Joe Bowman Melissa and Warren B. Branch Jim and Molly Branton Mr. and Mrs. Salvador A. Campos, Jr. Charlie and Darlene Cantu Marian and Dominique Catacalos Anna and Dan Catalani Alfred and Nicole Chavira Bill and Liz Chiego Don and Betty Child Dr. and Mrs. Alfonso Chiscano David and Alpha Cobarruvias

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Couple Continued Karen Hogg and Wesley Tucker Deborah and George Hurst Ray and Marcie Ince Danny and Cyndie Ingle Alice and George Irving, III Liz and David Jauer Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kardys Dr. Durkett and Mrs. Sharalyn Johnson Olive Ann and Tres Kleberg Al and Georgann Kucher Abby and Laurence Kurth Marline and Clint Lawson Byron and Kathryn LeFlore, Sr. David and Diane Lerma Cleopatra Liedl and Kian Johnson Deborah K. Long-Shirley Richard and Irene Loza Frank and Lucy Martinez Tommy and Gretchen Mayes Penny McCutchen-Gardner and John Gardner Liz and Chris Medley Rachel and Daniel Medrano Jose Menendez State Representative District 124 John and Carolyn Meyer Mr. and Mrs. William (Bill) Mitchell Eleanor and Sam Molina George and Paulina Monita Renee and Curtis Montgomery Trudy and Ed Moore Sandra Ojeda Medina Daniel and Anita Olgin Mr. and Mrs. Leonard L. Oliver, Sr. George and Margo Olson

Edward and Ann Oppenheimer Walter and Gwendolyn Oquendo Mr. Eloy Ortiz and Mr. Dan Hernandez Mrs. Janice Ricks and Mr. Les Paulick Joseph and Jacqueline Peltier Charlie and Eileen Potts Jane Cheever Powell and Tom L. Powell, Jr. Col. Barbara J. Price and Cricket Price Lisa and Michael Ramos Howard and Gloria Ray Susan and Travis Reed Tom and June Reedy Mary and Phil Reininger Royce and Michel Renfro Catarino and Consuelo Reyes Fernando and Norma Reyes Gilbert and Lupe Rodriguez Richard and Anna Rodriguez Karen and Steve Rogers Steve and Lea Rosenauer Richard and Rosemary Ruiz Alan Runge and Robert Dubray Mr. and Mrs. Bill J. Rush Louis J. Sanchez Tom and Bobbie Sandoval Rollette and Clive Smith Larry and Dorothy Schulze Stuart and Sharon Seal Gregory and Gloria Shean Glen and Penelope Singleton Bruce and Suzanne Smith Becky and Joel Smith Mr. and Mrs. Larry Smith

Lydia and Richard Smith Carolynn Snyder and Mark Kuhlmann Mr. and Mrs. Andrew W. Spillman Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Stacy Gilbert Stanley-Medford and Mary Fruge-Medford Jimmie and Cathy Steves Lee and Ann Swain Dr. and Mrs. Tom Swanson Dolores and Thomas Tamez Joe and Catherine Taylor Lori and Fred Tips, III Dr. and Mrs. J. Side Trawick Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Traylor Jon and Shannon Turner Kathryn and Paul Valdez Virginia and Bill Van Cleave Murray H. Van Eman and Jeremiah Birmingham Barbara and Ronnie Vander Dora E. Villanueva and Leonard Alonzo Donald and Bonita Walker Mary C. Walker and Mark Interrante Jeanie and Bob Wehmeyer Brian and Tina Weiner Docia and Roy Williams Audrey and Edward Wilson Craig and Page Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Don Winkler Victoria and Dale Wood Jerry and Sidney Yarbrough Mollie and Bartell Zachry Nancy and Jim Zachry Milton and Beverly Zaiontz

Barbara D. Beal Susan Beavin Mary Begia Jean T. Bell Stanton P. Bell, Jr. Walter Belt Audrae Bibbs Jordan Bieber Albert Biedenharn Warren Bierria Patricia Biggs Jasper P. Blake Alison Boone Patricia G. Bose Steve Bourdeau Nancy Bowermaster Laurie Bracher Jerry Bragg Sharon Kennedy Bray Col. (Ret) Betty Brice Dori Lee Brown Jamie Brunner Laura M. Brusenhan Shirley Bryan

Jacqueline Burandt Dr. Janet M. Burge Ben Burleson Beverly Howell Burris William O. Butler John Buxie Michelle Cadwallader James S. Calvert Rhonda Calvert Wendy Campo Carol Canty Karen Carew Terry Carmona Linda Carranza Bonnie Carrisal Ann Carter Melanie R. Cawthon Sylvia P. Cervantes Freddie E. Cervera, III Melissa Baird Chapman David Chavez Barbara Christenson Orlando Cisneros Marshall T. Clegg

Individual Clayton Adams Nathan Adcock Melissa Aguilar Marilyn Alefsen E.W. Allen Mrs. James E. Altgelt Fidel Alvarado, Jr. April Ancira Jo Ann Andera Rose Anderson Ruben Aparicio Fay L. Armstrong Marjorie Arnold Amanda Avila Duane Ayres Esther SA Bailey-Young Felicia Baldwin Angela Balleza Jesse Balleza, Sr. Thomas G. Ballinger John E. Banks, Jr. Mary Rogers Barrett Edgar A. Basse, III Martha Bastian

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Individual Continued Margaret Ballenger Cluck Janice G. Clyborne Ann T. Coiner Bennie Cole Clare Coleman Rudolph Coleman Cindy Comfort Bertha Contes Anthony C. Contreras Dolores Contreras Deniece Cook Oscar A. Cook Sara Spears Cook Dr. Della M. Corales Diane Cox Kasi Cox Christena Crawford Robert Cuellar Audrey Curl Sylvia Cutler Nancy Davidson Travis Davidson Geraldine M. Davis Olive Davis Mrs. Thomas G. Day, Jr. Gloria De Hoyos Jose De Hoyos

Mary Deffenbaugh Mrs. Gaye E. DeFosset Holly K. Denton Tiffin Despres Mary Ann Dionne Rosanna Dominguez Theresa Dougherty Joane Drought Wilma Drury Glenda Duffin Elaine P. Dunlap Douglas F. Dupre David Dupuy Steve R. Dutton Shirley Dyer Mrs. Doris Horne Ellison Anna Maria Enriquez Jesus M. Escobedo, Jr. Kevin Esparza Yolanda Espinoza Francisco Estrada Yolanda Estrada Edwina Fanner Katie Farrimond Maxine Farrimond Norma J. Faz Mathew L. Finch

Fern Lee Finck Andrea Flores Jeanette Flores Laura E. Flores Michael Flores Tomasa Flores Robert Foster Jean French Col. Jonathan C. Fristoe Deborah K. Fryar Susan P. Fuentes Johnny Gabriel Joan R. Gaither Art Gandar Susan Gandy Rodrigo Gaona Janie Garcia Larry M. Garcia Ramon Garcia Billy Gardner Janie Gebhadt Lorrayne D. Giese Cynthia A. Gifford Steve Glover Shelley Godby Alfred Godley Theresa G. Gold

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Individual Continued Maria C. Gonzales Adrian Gonzalez Cristina Gonzalez Marty Gonzalez Emma Gregory Yolanda Estrada Mrs. Fernando A. Guerra Trina Guevara Margarite P. Guggolz G. Salvador Gutierrez Martha Ann Gutierrez Nelly Guzman Dolores Guzman-Farias Dr. J. Sean Habina Barbara Hagen Joan Hall Suzanne Hamm Linda Hammond Betty Wagner Hansen Shirley Hardge Mrs. Stephen T. Harman Jo Harrington David Harris Barbara Harrison Dru Hart Mimi Hart Mrs. Malcolm T. Hartman Milby Hartwell Mrs. Roane Harwood Gail Harwood Joan F. Headley John Hearn, Jr. Edward A. Heath Marsha Hendler Rose Marie Hendry Rebecca Hermanson Mary Hernandez Art R. Herrera Elizabeth Hetrick Vonzetta Hickman Bruce Hicks William R. Hilburn, Jr. Barbara Hill Cari Hill Maureen Hillman Janice Hinds Rose Hoelscher Robin Hogue Christine Hollan Andrew Holland Doe Hollimon Darryl Holmes Joan Hopkins Anna-Laura Howell Block Mary Lou Hunt Angie Huntington Randall L. Iglehart Alacia Ingamells Caroline L. Ingram Kay Kallina Ingram Joy Jauer Jeff Jehl Karen R. Johnson Mark Johnson, Jr.

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Lois Jones T J Jones Kim Jordan Mike Jordan Abigail G. Kampmann Xonia Kargl Dr. Yvonne Katz Beatrice Keammerer Alice Kelly Lt. Gen. Mike Keltz and Donna Keltz Christy Kerr Michael C. Key, D.D.S. Diana Khan Naomi A. Klann Kate Klein Joan Korte Rosemary Kowalski Eileen Kret Susan Kriz Debra Krueger Martin Kushner Judy Lackritz Mary Eva Laque Lellen Lane Susan R. Lane Patricia Lang Mary Eva Laque Ms. Maria C. Lara Irma H. Lauter Talbert E. Lauter E. Jean Lawrence Barbara Leavelle Cynthia Lee Ralph Lehr Ruby J. Lehrmann Betty Lewandowski Daniel Lewis Sandy Liwang John R. Locke, Jr. Nancy Logan Marilou Long Arcy Longoria Richard Longoria Anne Lopez Mary Losleben Carmen Luna Carol Lundy Christine Luttrell William Lynch Rob MacNaughton Claudia Malitz Barbara Marco Nancy K. Marion Judith Markelz Susan and Jim Martin Albert Martinez Anna Martinez Maricela Martinez Pete R. Martinez Virginia Martinez Jacki McAnear Milt McFarland Jane McFarlane Jennifer McGaughy

Karen McQueen Robert Meade Jo Lynne Meador Delbert Meadors Jr. Ernest Menchaca Fred W. Middleton Kenneth Miles Byron Miller Charlotte S. Mitchell Mrs. Melvin Mitchell (Yeola) Virginia Mitzelman Ariane Mollna Elvis Moore Ethel Moore Jeffrey Moore Mrs. Austin Moore Barbara Moravits Becky Moreno Ronald Morgan Mrs. Lillian P. Morris Judith Morton Lysette Munoz Bettye Jean Murphy Terrie E. Musselman Vicki Neeb Mrs. Conrad J. Netting, IV Billy Neuls Bob Nixon Mrs. Jeffrey Bradford Noe, Sr. Grant Norman Lydia A. O’Connell Cynthia and Daniel O’Connor Eleanor O’Gorman Amanda Hurst Ochse Felisa Olivarri Kathi Oppenheimer Stella Orona Maria Ortega Pete Ortiz, Jr. Kate Park David Parker Thelma A. Parker Joanna Parrish Jean Parsons Tammy Peacock-Werline Harriet W. Peavy Rosalie Pecina Jesse R. Pena Mary H. Penaloza Gini Asher Perez de Garcia Blair B. Perry Kris Petersen Vivian Garner Pine Ginger Pope Mary Postel Janet Putman Carolyn Putnam Adam Quintana Minverva Quintero Linda Ramirez Patricia Ramirez Teofila Ramirez Leonora Rangel Lucy Rasco

Individual Continued Barbara Schneider Rattan Lisa Ray Eric Renth Mar A. Resendiz Alice Reyes Phillip M. Reyes, Jr. Jim Rhodes Mrs. Mark C. Rittenhouse Anita Roach Dorothy Roberts Teresa Robertson Ava Robichaux Julia Robinson Kenneth Robinson Patricia Robledo Alvaro Rodriguez Beckie Rodriguez Clemente G. Rodriguez Consuelo Rodriguez David O. Rodriguez Robert K. Rodriguez Dinah Rogers Lawrence G. Romo Paul R. Rossbach Francine Rowden Eric Ruggs James Ruggs Michael Ruggs Clay C. Rutherford

Tookie Spoor Rochelle Staten Katy Stephens Sam B. Steves, II Pat Stuart Denise H. Swain Mrs. George W. Swain, III Gay Swanson Patrick H. Swearingen, Jr. Bob Szczepanski Lt. Col. (Ret) Elaine Talarski Larry Taylor Steven Tays Mrs. Deveraux S. Temple Bill Templeton Diana Terry Kelley Terry Suzanne Terry Maribel Thomas Sallie S. Thomas Pattie Thompson Tawana Timberlake Ray Torres Vanessa Trapane Jeanie Travis SGM (Ret) Richard Trevino Charlotte Truss John H. Tyson Michelle Usher

Kerry Rutledge Leroy Sance Cessie Sanchez Johnny Sanchez, Jr. Louis Sanchez Theresa C. Sanchez Vicky Sanchez Mari Sandoval Rudy Sandoval Jamie Santillan Marguerite Sapp Rita Schimpff Inell Schooler Ann Marie Schroeder Myrtle Shaw Terri R. Shaw Honey Shepperd Dr. Lawrence O. Short Allen Sidney Jerry and Armandina Sifuentes Mrs. Willard Simpson Vira Siordia Linda Skop Beverly R. Smith Mrs. Madison Smith Donalda Smith Marie Smith S. Chris Smith Nathan Speer

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Individual Continued Sandra A. Vargas Susana Vasquez Renate Veltman Lillian Villanueva Peggy W. Walker Ann Brennand Watson Karen M. Watts Ginny Way Louie A. Weiss, III Ann Denton Wells Barbara R. Wenger

Sharon Wernli Julia K. Whitmore Mary Wieser Mrs. Sidney Wilkins Ben Williams Sam Williams, Jr. Terri Williams Charles Wilson Roland Wiseman Barbara B. Wood Russell Wright

Jodie Wurzbach Corinne M. Yancy Mrs. Gerry Young Vertie Young Fausto Yturria, Jr. Ramona Zamora Eleanor Marie Zepeda Mrs. Thad W. Ziegler Ms. Alyce Zule

Lt. Gen. Mike Keltz and Mrs. Donna Keltz Janine Osterberg Christina Petersen Joann Sanchez

Dr. Judy C. Turner Lt. Gen. Perry L. Wiggins

Emerald Mata Carlos Mijares Brian Mitchell Matt Mitchell Rebekah Mize Mallbry Rae Mulder Dominique Preyor-Johnson

Amy Reece Jessica Reece Luis Rodriguez Sophia Isabela Tamez Audrey Vasquez Victoria Wasik

Active Military Col. Ron Fryar Col. Mary Garr James Gifford Jayme Johnson

Student Ariana De Hoyos Allison De Luna Andrew De Luna Stephanie De Luna Nathon Gomez Vanessa Keltz Roxanne Marroquin

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members Ambassador Cavender Toyota Dennis and Linda Gutzman Hixon Properties, Inc. Independence Hill Retirement Community

Lone Star OB/GYN Associates PA Rio San Antonio Cruises SeaWorld San Antonio The Prestigious Mark

UTSA -Institute of Texan Cultures WellCare

Jefferson Bank Marriott Rivercenter/Riverwalk Monarch Trophy Studio

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo Texas Wilson

Jacqueline A. Lugar DBA State Farm Agent Kaliff Insurance Kiolbassa Provision Company Martin & Drought, P.C. -- Attorneys at Law

Mission Parks Funeral Chapels and Cemeteries Painting with a Twist-San Antonio Northwest Sanford-Brown College The Last Straw Florist

Diplomat Darrell G. Stewart Frost National Bank Gunn Automotive Group

Envoy Aguillon and Associates Budget Signs, Inc. Corales Dental Office Hollerbach Associates

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Basic Business aMAEzing Marketing Group Amols Party and Fiesta Favors AT&T Banker Associates, Inc. Bexar County Community Arenas Broadway Amusements ATM Account Capital One Bank Casa Rio/Schilo’s Centro San Antonio C.H. Guenther/Pioneer Brands Cowgirls Unlimited, Inc. CST Brands Dixie Flag Manufacturing Company Elements Massage

Estrada’s Carglass Festivals.com Firecat Studio, LLC Gulf States Toyota Hard Rock Cafe Hill Country Vettes Integrative Healing Institute Johnson & Johnson Kellogg’s KSAT 12 Knifton Enterprises, Inc. Lambermont Events Macy’s Majestic Events by Maria

Mandarin Gems Manrique Custom Vision Michael C. Key, DDS Mireles Party Ice Remax Rio Plaza Rita’s on the River RMG Partners Robinson Value Management Silver Eagle Distributors Stack Wines Suburban Spaces Real Estate Group Thad Ziegler Glass, Ltd.

Royal Sovereign & Imperial Court of the Alamo Empire San Antonio Humane Society San Antonio Zoological Society Southwest Independent School District Texas A&M University at San Antonio The Priest Holmes Foundation

The Warriors Roadtrip Network Foundation University Co-operative Society Wayland Baptist University San Antonio West San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

Nonprofit Alamo Area Council, Boy Scouts of America American Lung Association San Antonio Downtown Residents Association Education Service Center, Region 20 Mothers Against Drunk Driving South Texas Affiliate North San Antonio Chamber

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Alamo Area Square and Round Dance Association

Kellogg’s

Alamo Chapter #366 Vietnam Veterans of America

Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino

Alamo Heights Oral Surgery

King William Association

Allied Electric

KSAT

Amol’s Party & Fiesta Favors

La Prensa

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Last Straw Florist

Arugula Catering

Leon Spring’s Dance Hall

Association de Charros de San Antonio

Liberty Tax Service

Barry Framing

Lo Bello de San Antonio

Battle of Flowers® Association

Lone Star OBGYN

BDO USA, LLP

Lone Star Special Tees

Bear Audio Visual, Inc.

LULAC Council #2

Bibisi

Macy’s

Birdy Properties, CRMC

Mama Ojeda’s Tamales

Black Tie Catering

Manrique Custom Vision Center

C.H. Guenther & Son

Marriott Plaza San Antonio

Caliente Harley Davidson

McNay Art Museum

Capital One Bank

Mercury Mambo

Cavender Toyota

Military Civilian Club

Clear Channel Outdoor

Monarch Trophy

Clear Channel Radio

Morgan’s Wonderland

Cox Radio

Natwel Supply Corporation

Dante Klar Media Group

Network for Young Artists

Dixie Flag

Order of the Alamo

Education Service Center, Region 20

Our Lady of the Lake University

Fernando & Norma Reyes

People en Español

Festivals.com

Port San Antonio

The Fiesta Store®

Premier Salons, Inc.

Fiesta® San Antonio Commission, Inc.

Randolph Art League

FiestaMedals.com

Reaching Maximum Independence, Inc.

Grande Communications

Red Roof Inn

Gravy

Rey Feo Scholarship Association

Gunter Hotel San Antonio

Rio Plaza

Gutzman Family

Rio San Antonio Cruises

H-E-B

Rita’s on the River

Hilton Palacio Del Rio

S A Youth Center, Inc.

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San Antonio Bike Tours, LLC

Independence Hill Retirement Community

San Antonio Blues Society

Jacqui Lugar State Farm Agent

San Antonio Conservation Society

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San Antonio Current

Texas Highways Magazine

San Antonio Humane Society

Texas Wilson

San Antonio Limo

Tex-Cap Wholesale

San Antonio Parks Foundation

The List Radio Show

San Antonio Queen of Soul

The Prestigious Mark

San Antonio Roadrunners

The Texas Cavaliers

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo

The Woman’s Club of San Antonio

San Antonio Woman Magazine

Therapy Animals of San Antonio

San Antonio Zoo

Tour Texas

San Antonio Zulu Association

Toyota

Sanford Brown Institute- San Antonio

TriniCakes Cupcakery

Sea Island Shrimp House

University of the Incarnate Word

Sea World San Antonio

Univision

Shweiki Media

UTSA’s Institute of Texan Cultures

Silver Eagle Distributors

VIA Metropolitan Transit

Society for the Preservation of Historic Fort Sam Houston

Wade Shows

Southwest School of Art

WellCare

St. Philip’s College

Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Company

Summer Classics Home

Witte Museum

SWBC

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By 1890, San Antonio, Texas, was a thriving trade center with population of 38,000. In 1891 a group of citizens decided to honor the heroes of the Alamo and Battle of San Jacinto with a Battle of Flowers. The first parade had horse-drawn carriages, bicycles decorated with fresh flowers and floats carrying children dressed as flowers.

The Belknap Rifles represented the military. The participants pelted each other with blossoms. Today, the Battle of Flowers® parade is the largest parade in Fiesta®, is second in size nationally only to the Tournament of Roses Parade and is the only parade in the country to be planned

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The Battle of Flowers® was an immediate success. Within a few years, more events were taking place on or near April 21—a carnival, balls and coronations of “royalty.”

The Fiesta® tradition had been born. Other early events included street dancing, children’s fetes, a Trades Display Parade and an orphan’s party. Fiesta® has taken place every year except for 1918 during World War I and 1942 through 1945, during World War II.

Previous Page: 1963 Battle of Flowers® Parade Royalty; This Page: The 5th Army Band at the Alamo 1984

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Clockwise from Top Left: 1970s Synchronized Swimming; 1949 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade torches; 1978 Lone Star Invitation Drill Meet; 1904 Battle of Flowers® Float

In 1909 John Carrington founded the Order of the Alamo, one of the oldest Fiesta® organizations. The members meet once a year to choose the next year’s queen and her court. The queen’s court includes a princess, 12 in-town duchesses and 12 out-oftown duchesses. This royalty is featured in the major Fiesta® parades.

In 1925, The Daughters of the Republic of Texas began the Pilgrimage to the Alamo. The pilgrimage is a memorial tribute to the Alamo heroes and the heritage of Texas. A solemn, wreathbearing procession of historic, civic, patriotic, military and school groups walks silently to the Alamo. At the same time, an announcer intones the names of the Alamo defenders from within the Alamo walls. The ceremony concludes with a brief memorial service.

During the early years, Fiesta® royalty included King Cotton, King Selamat (tamales spelled backwards) and King Omala

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(Alamo spelled backwards). In 1926, John Carrington formed the Texas Cavaliers and one of the purposes of the organization was to select King Antonio. The first Cavaliers king was Sterling Burke, crowned King Antonio IX in 1927. For years King Antonio had no set tradition for his official arrival at Fiesta®. When the Works Progress Administration completed improvements to the San Antonio River in 1941, the Cavaliers decided to introduce the King in a river parade—the first event to take place on the river after the improvements. Today, the River Parade is one of the few in the nation in which the floats really do float.

In 1947, the first El Rey Feo, the “Ugly King,” was crowned. This monarch comes from a medieval tradition in which peasants elected one of their own as king for a day. El Rey Feo became an official part of Fiesta® in 1980, sponsored by the LULAC Rey Feo Scholarship Committee. Candidates for the title raise money that is given to students for their college expenses. The emergence of two Fiesta® kings built a bridge between both of the city’s major

Clockwise from Top Left: 1894 Lady Bird Johnson at Fiesta®; 1970s Gartenfest Singers; Order of the Alamo circa early 1900s; 1930s River Pageant Canoe

cultures. Both kings visit hospitals, schools and nursing homes in addition to making their appearance at Fiesta® events.

The Fiesta® Flambeau® Parade began in 1948. The parade’s name comes from the French word for a candlestick or torch.

In the event’s early years, four-man brigades marched between the other units, carrying torches on five-foot poles. Today, Boy Scouts carry safety flares. All the floats in the Flambeau® Parade are lighted. Also in 1948, A Night in Old San Antonio®, better known as NIOSA®, joined Fiesta®, sponsored by the San Antonio Conservation Society. The society works to save San Antonio buildings and maintain the city’s cultural heritage. It takes about 16,000 volunteers each year to stage NIOSA. In 1959, the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission was formed as an independent nonprofit organization working year-round to manage the thousands of details and day-to-day tasks essential to planning and executing the huge citywide celebration. The Com-

mission also acts as the liaison between its nonprofit members, local military activities and City departments. The Commission provides funds for Fiesta® events that are not financially selfsupporting. The organization itself is funded entirely by the private sector and receives no direct City or other public funding, relying heavily on membership dues, corporate partnerships, carnival income and licensed merchandise sales.

Fiesta® has grown over the years to a citywide celebration boasting more than 100 events that feature music, food, sports, pageantry, military and patriotic observances, exhibits, parades and nine official Fiesta® Royalty, all sponsored by nonprofits.

Today, Fiesta® draws 3.5 million visitors, is a top 10 event in the United States, a top three event in Texas and the largest event in San Antonio. In 2016 Fiesta® San Antonio will celebrate its milestone 125th anniversary.

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