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JULY 2022 COMPLIMENTARY

Honoring

David J. Straus II October 4, 1923—May 28, 2022 The Father of the Modern River Walk

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28 CULTURE & COMMUNITY ARTISTIC ALCHEMY San Antonio's Fabulous Faux Bois By Susan Yerkes

SIP & SAVOR TROPICAL WONDERS IN THE ALAMO CITY By Kimberly A. Suta

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Every July, The San Antonio River Walk is decorated with red, white and blue ribbons, flags and décor to celebrate our countries’ independence and honor our United States Armed Forces. One thousand American flags line the banks of the river as part of the Bud Light Stars, Stripes & Lights Fourth of July Celebrations on the River Walk, July 1-4, 2022. The highlight of the weekend is the Armed Forces River Parade, July 2 from 11:00am to noon. This free parade is dedicated to the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces and features floats with patriotic décor carrying all branches of military personnel, along with numerous businesses and nonprofits who honor and support active and retired soldiers. www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/armed-forces-river-parade

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EDITOR’S LETTER QUINTESSENTIAL SUMMER FUN! I think of July as the heart of summer. And the Fourth of July is the peak of summertime celebrations. In downtown San Antonio, you will find all the quintessential summer activities on and around our beautiful River Walk. July kicks off with Bud Light Stars, Stripes & Lights, where patriotic décor lines the banks of the River Walk and the free Armed Forces River Parade celebrates all branches of our military. While you are strolling the tropically landscaped River Walk, take a break with some tropical-inspired snacks and drinks at Margaritaville, LandShark, The Frosty Dog and Rainforest Café, to name a few who serve luscious frozen margaritas and such. For a touch of tiki, try Hugman’s Oasis. Then pop in for ice cream at Justin’s and Ben & Jerry’s—the perfect way to stay cool and refreshed.

What would summer be without movies after dark? There are plenty of venues to choose from, most of which are free to enjoy. If kids are in tow, there are lots of daytime adventures to keep them busy before winding down for a fun flick. If you are searching for ways to get around downtown—read on! These cool rides take you to all the popular hotspots to check out local artists, historic sites, shopping and dining. While you are touring, watch for San Antonio’s famous faux bois— famous thanks to Martha Stewart, but we have known all along that these concrete structures formed to look like real wood are a fascinating art form. In closing, I extend my condolences to the family of David J. Straus II, whose legacy stems from his contributions to San Antonio, and especially our River Walk. It would not be what it is today, had it not been for him. I hope you experience all of the wonderful things it has to offer.

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David Str aus: River Walk Visionary By Susan Yerkes DAVID JAY STR AUS II packed a half a dozen lifetimes of accomplishment into his 98 years. Businessman, civic leader, proud Marine, r ancher, restaur ateur, horseman and all-around outdoorsman, he was also a loving father, husband and brother, and a treasured friend to many. His stories could fill a dozen books. One of his most lasting legacies is his passionate work to revive and revitalize the River Walk. That work was so important that he is often referred to as “The Father of the Modern River Walk.” It’s a story worth retelling.

Visit the River Walk today, and you may find it hard to believe that in the late ‘50s it was a derelict and abandoned place. The downtown “Horseshoe Bend” of the river—now the River Walk’s colorful heart, had already survived a misbegotten plan to pave it over in the 1920s. Fortunately, the San Antonio Conservation Society and others rallied to the rescue. The Bend was preserved, but neglected. A few years later architect Robert H. H. Hugman unveiled a grand plan to turn the straggly stream into a gorgeous destination—a landscaped linear park with a mix of “banks, shops, clubs and cafes” along with residential and recreational areas. It was 1939 before the plan began to be realized, when the Depression-era WPA supplied money and men to build the broad walks, arched bridges and stone steps of Hugman’s plan that distinguish the River Walk today. But World War II intervened, and by war’s end the downtown river had devolved into an unsightly, poorly maintained haven for winos and tramps, off-limits to the military and shunned by locals. In 1946, Casa Rio opened on the Bend, but it stood alone for years. Everyone thought something should be done about the River Walk, but nobody took the initiative. Until David Straus stepped in. A prominent member of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Straus thought the River Walk could be a major tourist attraction. He proposed a committee to come up with ideas and raise funds for formal studies – first hiring a company that had done work for Disney, and, when their ideas were too outlandish, commissioned the local chapter of the American Institute of Architects to prepare a comprehensive

master plan to bring life to the River Walk. “My father’s long-term service to the River Walk was fueled by his vision of what we see today—keep the ‘Old San Antonio Charm,’ but have a ‘park’ that is interesting and pleasant,” said his son, David Straus III. At the time, most buildings along the river faced out to the street, and Straus’ efforts to persuade property owners to open river-facing businesses failed. So he found investors, bought three buildings and renovated them into a model complex of riverside shops and restaurants. Soon others followed suit. He pushed the city to establish a River Walk Commission, and personally wrote a policy manual to ensure development didn’t wreck the River Walk’s beauty. When the city began planning for an ambitious Hemisfair, Straus championed the River Walk as the perfect focus for the burgeoning tourism business. He proposed a river boat business, with dinner and tour barges. And when the City Council balked, he paid to have a sample barge built and invited Council members for a demo ride, which changed their minds and established today’s river barge business, in time for Hemisfair tourists to experience the revitalized River Walk. He led lobbying for legalized liquor by the drink, another boost for downtown businesses. “He certainly was the prime mover of getting the River Walk ready for Hemisfair—and because it was ready, it got the city’s attention and support. He started doing it before Hemisfair, though—and not for that reason,“ said Lewis Fisher, author of American Venice: The Epic Story of San Antonio’s River. “He just believed it was good for the city. If he hadn’t

done what he did, the river would not be what it is to San Antonio today.” One of Straus’ most important projects was the creation of Paseo del Rio, an organization of River Walk businesses to plan and promote tourism with fun events, while maintaining the unique ambience of this special place as it grew. It operated independently for more than 50 years, and recently became part of Visit San Antonio. “One thing I remember from him was the importance of always serving the river operators while protecting and preserving the River Walk. He always cared about the little guy, supporting local businesses,” recalled Greg Gallaspy, who headed Paseo del Rio in the ‘90s. Straus lived to see the spectacular results of his passionate work for the River Walk. Today, some 12 million tourists and more than a million residents visit the River Walk each year. And while national chains have brought more bustle and glitz to the Bend, the recently developed Museum and Mission Reaches of the River Walk now extend its special beauty for miles. “The San Antonio River Walk is the most visited attraction in the state, and this never would have happened without the initiative and work done by Mr. Straus,” said Visit San Antonio’s Maggie Thompson, who served as executive director of Paseo del Rio from 2015 to 2021. “Because of the great impact of the River Walk, the entire city of San Antonio has grown and benefitted by his accomplishments.” Straus died in May. But his passionate love for his city lives on in the beauty and spirit of the River Walk.

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IN THE ALAMO CITY

It is undeniable that summer is here in full force, and the only way to beat the heat is with some tropical refreshments. Here is what we have got! One of the best aspects of our San Antonio River Walk is you can pop down there for a quick afternoon or evening of revelry and it feels like you have been whisked away to a tropical locale. With the swaying palm trees and exotic drinks, I feel like I have had a mini vacay. To that end, I like to swing by The Frosty Dog, which is located right outside the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk and grab one of their refreshing frozen drinks to-go—my all-time favorite being the pina colada. With the new TABC laws, visitors can now roam the River Walk freely, enjoying their alcoholic beverages. Previously, visitors were only allowed to carry wine and

beer-based beverages. Still, The Frosty Dog is one of the only locations that uses liquor in their frozen drinks, including margaritas, daiquiris and pina coladas. They also offer souvenir yards, from 18 oz. to 46 oz., with drinks on the rocks. One of the most popular options is the hurricane with a 151 floater. After a few rounds of these, just make sure to order an Uber.

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HUGMAN’S OASIS Also located on the River Walk along E. Commerce Street is a new bar called Hugman’s Oasis, a tiki bar serving exotic craft cocktails designed by one of San Antonio’s premier mixologists, Benjamin Krick, along with Rob Barter and team. Hugman’s Oasis promises to “transport guests on a South Pacific getaway” with their world-class tropical drinks and lu’aus.

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Signature cocktails include tasty options such as the Palapala Kono, made with grilled pineapple rum, scotch, maraschino, al pastor, pineapple and lime and Hugman’s Private Stock, made with rum blend #2, spiced cocoa, palm sugar and tiki bitters. The list goes on! LANDSHARK Next up, we have LandShark® Bar & Grill, which offers a tropical experience and scenic views of the famous River Walk from their remote patio. This fun, casual joint is inspired by the amazing beach hot spots that once dotted the Atlantic coast.

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Not only can you enjoy tropical drinks such as the 5 o’Clock Somewhere®— made with Margaritaville® silver rum and paradise passion fruit tequila, Cruzan hurricane proof rum, orange and pineapple juices, house sweet and sour and a splash of grenadine served on the rocks, but you can grab a bite to eat, too. I recommend the blackened fish tacos, made with the “catch of the day” wrapped in flour tortillas and layered with a yummy bacon aioli, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes. You may not be on the coast, but it will certainly feel like it.

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MARGARITAVILLE You can easily hop over to LandShark’s beloved sister restaurant and bar, Margaritaville®, to keep the party going. Margaritaville ensures they have everything you could possibly need for a good time, and that includes a giant flowing margarita machine, islandinspired flavors, live entertainment on their patio and indoor stage, a covered outdoor 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar, which overlooks the San Antonio River and, to top it off, an elevated indoor tiki bar. Make sure to try out their Who’s to Blame Margarita, served in a Margaritaville blender cup. Some people claim that there’s a woman to blame, but after a few of these drinks, no one will care. If you are feeling peckish, or to be honest, on the verge of hangry, order the Volcano Nachos. This hearty mountain of tortilla chips is smothered with beef, black bean chili, shredded fiesta cheese, creamy queso, pico de gallo, sour cream, pickled jalapenos and fresh guacamole. Like I said, bring your appetite! MI ROTI As we shift over the Caribbean, there are a few excellent spots to add to your list. Located at the Historic Pearl’s Food Hall, you will discover Mi Roti, a concept created by one of San Antonio’s most acclaimed chefs, Nicola Blaque along with her husband and partner, Cornelius Massey, also of The Jerk Shack. Chef Nicola was born in Jamaica but moved to the states when she was 5 years old. Mi Roti just launched a new menu and serves up roti wraps (a Caribbean flat bread similar to large flour tortillas) and bowls packed with different proteins, RIO Magazine

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veggies, rice and incredible sauces. Chef Nicola’s favorite new option is the Cuban Picadilla, a sweetspicy mélange of beef, olives, raisins and tomato sauce. You can order the Mambo Combo #1, which also comes with cilantro lime rice, roasted corn, shredded carrots, pickled onions and peppers, green onions, garlic sauce and avocado cream, or you can build your own as you like. I adore their flavorful Caribbean Pinto Beans, which are slow-cooked in onions, garlic and Caribbean spices for my side or you can request masala fries or plantains. It is a lot to eat for one meal, but if you cut it in half, you will have some late-night leftovers. The Jerk Shack, which also serves up Caribbeaninspired dishes, just opened up a brick and mortar on the west side of San Antonio and has plans to open up another restaurant in Hemisfair Park next year.

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JAMAICA JAMAICA CUISINE And, finally, you will have to travel outside of the convenient downtown area to sample Jamaica Jamaica Cuisine, but it is most definitely worth the commute. Chef Angello Gordon hails from Jamaica and has created an authentic menu offering JamaicanCaribbean-West Indian fusions. With over a decade under its belt serving San Antonio, you can bet you are in for a tropical treat. It is a great place to go for dinner, but an even better place for happy hour. Dig into some perfectly spiced Jerk Chicken Wings, Mango Scotch Bonnet Wings or BBQ Jerk Wings or go for the gold with some Stovetop Jerk Chicken made with rice and peas, steamed seasoned cabbage and traditional plantains. Cool off with one of their signature tropical cocktails— everyone’s favorite Rum Punch, an Island Tini or Liquid Mary Jane. Make sure to check their social media for upcoming events. They know how to throw a party, island-style! WRITER’S BIO Kimberly A. Suta of Sutapants Productions is a local and national food writer, award-winning filmmaker and publicist for the culinary industry. She is also the co-creator of Homegrown Chef, a culinary series and catering and events company, featuring our city’s best chefs and delicious eats. Kimberly also hosts River Walk Culinary Adventure Tours, walking food tours that highlight the fantastic offerings along the River Walk for both ticketed events and private groups. Go to homegrowncheftv.com/culinary-tours for details.

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Fly high! Jump on a plane. Climb in a treehouse. Spend hours of endless fun at the DoSEUM kids’ museum. Plan a complicated family getaway in an escape room. Become a junior chef during a kids’ summer day camp cooking course. Cool off at a camp based on water fun. Spend a Sunday learning about nature and making plants into art. Have some spooky thrilling fun downtown at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Your adventure awaits! Which thrill will be your favorite?

IFLY Have your kids dreamed of skydiving or maybe just floating to the ceiling like Charlie in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory or Uncle Albert in Mary Poppins? Why not let the kids experience what that would actually feel like? At iFLY San Antonio, the ultimate thrill is soaring up in the air in a specially-designed wind tunnel for an awesome indoor skydiving experience available to kids of all ages and challenges. Flyers ages three and older (the sky is the limit) can try indoor skydiving. It is not scary—there are always well-trained world-class instructors flying beside you. It all begins with an orientation and lesson on the basics of indoor skydiving. Each flier then receives a flight suit and helmet and takes his or her turn in the wind tunnel where an instructor will stay with the flier throughout the iFLY experience. Best of all, indoor skydiving is both limitless and inclusive, so regardless of physical or cognitive challenges, everyone has the opportunity to indoor skydive: simply call ahead for more information on the All-Abilities iFLY program.

FLIGHT TOURS OF SA Rather see the city in a new way, flying in a real plane, enjoying a birds-eye view of San Antonio and beyond? Take the kids on a Barrio Aviation Tours flight tour in a real airplane. They offer one-hour flights for up to three people, and you will get to see downtown San Antonio, Medina Lake, the Texas Hill Country and so much more. 16 RIO Magazine

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ESCAPE ROOM Escape rooms are the latest craze and your kids and family will be thrilled trying out this fun interactive adventure. Escape rooms are hands-on group game venues created by professional game designers, organizational behaviorists, psychologists, mathematicians, lighting and set engineers and other professionals. Challenging and fun, these exercises in exciting teamwork involve brain teasers and friendly competition. Family members of all ages (usually in groups of 10 or fewer) will enjoy rooms with different puzzles and themes. Imagine you have got just 60 minutes to find your way out of a locked room based on a fun storyline, using just your brain and a series of puzzles, clues, plot twists and challenges. This all takes place in clever spaces enhanced with impressive lighting effects, entertaining set designs, thunderous sounds and more. San Antonio escape rooms and “panic rooms” include these, among others: Escape the Room, Komnata Quest, Great Rooms Escape, Exit Game Escape Room, Extreme Escape and the San Antonio Panic Room. These mystery-theatre-meets-reality immersive experiences include different levels of difficulty: some rooms are designed to be a bit more challenging than most and others tend to be a bit creepy or have things that jump out and scare guests, while most just have family-friendly storylines like an old Wild West bank heist, a cabin or a vault or a prison cell to escape. Most escapes take an hour or less and are fine for families with kids. Choose an escape game based on your own comfort level.

WITTE & DOSEUM CAMPS Parents can plan ahead for their kids to enjoy days of adventures with other kids at various San Antonio museum day camps. For starters, enjoy the numerous educational and fun day camps and classes at both the Witte Museum and the DoSEUM. From June 6 through August 12, San Antonio’s popular DoSEUM on Broadway offers 20 different camp options this summer. Go on a dinosaur dig, explore the Earth and why it matters, design your own fashion collection and even participate in a DoSEUM-wide spy mission or have some water fun. The Witte Museum, also on Broadway, is often a place that

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stimulates kids’ imaginations and thrills them with fun adventures. So, every day is an adventure at Witte Museum Camp. These summer camps for kids cover themes like cooking, the art of nature, engineering and more. Different events are available for kids ages 6-12. And with a wide range of themes and camps occurring throughout the year, the Witte offers year-round fun for everyone. This July, do not miss the STEAM Sunday event on July 10 at 1:30pm for a “Foliage Folios” experience at the Memorial Auditorium at the Witte Museum. Here, kids and adults together can learn what a herbarium is and how is it used. This hands-on workshop examines the helpful and harmful properties of different plants. You will create your own pressed plant art, as well as a press you can use for future art.

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RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT Sometimes the most fun spot, believe it or not, is right there near the River Walk. Across from the Alamo facing Alamo Plaza, you will find the thrilling, weird, wacky world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Everything there from dinosaurs to wax figures, moving theatre motion simulator rides and Ripley’s Illusion Lab will elicit squeals of delight. Adventure always involves a freaky fun surprise at Ripley’s. WRITER’S BIO Janis Turk is an award-winning travel writer, travel guidebook author and former professor who loves finding adventures at every turn. The former newspaper and magazine editor is also a bilingual writer helping with the writing and plans for Grupo La Gloria and Chef Johnny Hernandez’ exciting and popular annual San Antonio Day of the Dead parade and festivities coming again this October.

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Summertime is movie time. From James Bond® and Marvel® superheroes to hungry caterpillars and films that rock, there is a slew of cinema to see for free—that is right, FREE—as locations around downtown bring films and live theatre to the outdoors. So, grab a blanket, a lawn chair and maybe a cooler and some family and friends, and head out to enjoy a free flick under the stars courtesy of the following venues. 20 RIO Magazine

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SLAB CINEMAFEST If you are looking for a great outdoor cinematic experience, whether it be classic, horror, indie or beyond, look no further than Slab Cinema, a locally owned and operated outdoor screening company that provides free movies to watch in public venues throughout San Antonio, for your viewing pleasure. Voted the “Best Budget-Friendly Fun for Families” by San Antonio Magazine, Slab Cinema has screened hundreds of free outdoor films since its inception in 2004 and in 2021, opened an indoor event space to showcase arthouse films Slab Cinema and art exhibitions within the Blue Star Arts Complex. The company also rents inflatable outdoor screens and projection equipment for private events. “Some of our best childhood memories involve going to the drivein with our families,” the owners said on their website. “Slab Cinema provides us with a chance to make memories with our own children, while giving us an outlet to help build community and give others the opportunity to make memories with their families.” This month, the screening company is featuring films in the Marvel Comics universe being shown throughout July during Movies by Moonlight at Travis Park with the likes of Black Panther®, SpiderMan® and Dr. Strange taking on the multiverse. James Bond fans can also wrap up last month’s cinematic tribute to the spy everyone loves with a showing of Skyfall at Hemisfair on July 9. Other films featured this month include Moana, The Love Bug and Wes Anderson’s Isle of Dogs. In addition to Hemisfair Park and Travis Park, Slab Cinema has regular screening series throughout the city, including Main Plaza, San Antonio Botanical Gardens, The Historic Pearl Brewery, The Friendly Spot, Alamo Heights Nature Trailhead, San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA), Woodlawn Lake, Schertz and Bulverde. Check the company’s online calendar for screening locations and times.

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PUPPETS EVERYWHERE! It is puppets galore this month at the The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show! The critically-acclaimed family production is coming to the Magik Theatre at 420 S. Alamo Street from July 9 to August 7 for a menageriefilled show featuring more than 70 loveable puppets. Created by theatrical producer Jonathan Rockefeller, whose puppet creations include Disney’s Winnie the Pooh, Paddington Gets in a Jam and That Golden Girls Show: A Puppet Parody, this production features four stories written by children’s author/ illustrator Eric Carle that have been faithfully adapted for the stage. Audiences of all ages can laugh, dance and sing along with Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and of course, the star of the show, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, whose tale of transformation into a butterfly has delighted generations of readers and sold nearly 50 million copies since its first publication in 1969. Other characters featured include The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, The Very Lonely Firefly” and “Mister Seahorse. Performances are designed with both children and adults on the autism spectrum, and those with sensory sensitivities in mind. As its way of giving back to the community and providing an opportunity for families to experience live theatre with a donation of any amount, the Magik Theatre is offering a Pay What You Wish Performance at 2:00pm on July 15, as well as a sensory-friendly performance scheduled for 10:30am on July 23 and an American Sign Language Interpreted Performance. Purchases are only available at the

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door the day of the performance. Contact the theatre box office at tickets@magiktheatre.org or call 210227-2751 for more information. CINEMA THAT WILL ROCK YOU If you are looking for a date or family night that does not break the bank, check out HEB Cinema on Will's Plaza located in the Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza of the Tobin Center. This month’s free showing on July 8 is the Rock biopic Bohemian Rhapsody starring Rami Malek in his Academy Award-winning turn as legendary Queen front man, Freddie Mercury.

Parking is available at the Tobin Center Parking Garage located at 227 4th Street.

The plaza will open at 7:00pm and the screening will begin at 8:00pm, so bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and rock out to the film on the Tobin Center’s 32-foot LED video wall. Full concessions and a bar are available but no pets or outside food or drinks are allowed on the plaza. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring blankets and low lawn chairs, and to arrive early so as not to disturb others once the film has started.

WRITER’S BIO Lakendra Lewis is an arts and entertainment journalist, editor and author whose articles have appeared in Edible San Antonio Magazine, The Texas Observer and San Antonio Christian Woman Magazine. She enjoys movies, music, cooking, singing and telling other people’s stories. You can contact her/read more of her stories at lakendralewis.journoportfolio.com.

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The Art of Shopping

Galleries Galore By Dawn Robinette

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There is certainly an art to San Antonio. Whether it is the city’s natural beauty with the river weaving through it like a glistening ribbon or the classic architecture of the city’s beloved Missions, there is something inspiring everywhere you look. And of course, the city is home to world-class art museums, including the San Antonio Museum of Art and the Briscoe Western Art Museum right along the river banks. But San Antonio’s art scene flows far beyond museums. In galleries big and small across the city, you can enjoy gazing at an array of works, often talking to the artists themselves, and find fabulous pieces to add to your home. Starting in Southtown, a San Antonio neighborhood that is home to a variety of artists’ studios and work spaces, as well as fabulous dining, you can enjoy “First Fridays” on the first Friday evening of the thesanantonioriverwalk.com

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click on this: ANARTE GALLERY www.AnArteGallery09.com CALIENTE HOT GLASS STUDIO www.CalienteHotGlass.com GARCIA ART GLASS www.Facebook.com/garciaartglass RIVER ART GROUP www.RiverArtGroup.com SAN ANTONIO ART LEAGUE & MUSEUM www.SAALM.org paintings, drawings, prints and photographs, ceramics and sculpture—are available for public viewing. The Art League’s Members’ Gallery features ongoing group shows of works by SAALM artists in all media and at affordable price points. The exhibits change every three months, so make SAALM a frequent stop to grow your art collection.

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month. You will find art literally spilling onto the sidewalks as galleries and homes open their doors to display artists’ works. If you miss First Friday, do not despair. You can make up for it with a must-see experience at Garcia Art Glass, where you will be amazed by the art and function created with the aid of a 2200-degree furnace. The studio’s collection of one-of-a-kind, handblown art creations is mesmerizing. Each piece is more fantastic than the next, with vases, platters, paperweights and statues that defy description. Watching the artisans craft pieces with rods, furnaces and blowtorches will leave your mouth agape and give you a new appreciation for the thesanantonioriverwalk.com

colorful, sleek treasures they create. Make time to stop by, watch them craft and then wonder at the pieces you can take home. Just steps away from Southtown, do not miss a great find in a great spot: the San Antonio Art League & Museum (SAALM). Established in 1912, the San Antonio Art League is the oldest arts organization in the city. Housed in a venerable building in the heart of the King William Historic District built in 1896, this intimate house-turnedmuseum and gallery now houses over 600 works in its permanent collection, which focuses on Texas artists. Works in all media—including

Another destination that never fails to yield art treasure is a visit to La Villita Historic Arts Village. For an array of art that will make it hard to choose what to take home, stop by River Art Group. A fine art gallery operated by a cooperative of 160 active artists all located within a 75-mile radius of San Antonio, the bright yellow historic home with a welcoming front porch beckons you to come inside where you will find works in acrylic, oil, watercolor, pen and ink, pastel, photography, clay, glass, metal, wood and more. The gallery is member-staffed, so on any given day you can meet one of the artists behind some of the fabulous works available. Chatting with them about their work provides perspective on what you are seeing and gives you a glimpse behind the art. With a wide selection of San Antonio-inspired pieces, an array of medium on display and a variety of price points suited for any budget, you can spend hours admiring the works and deciding which will make the perfect addition to your collection or a great gift for just about anyone you know. If a hot find is what you have in mind, Caliente Hot Glass Studio is the perfect destination. And we do mean hot: the delicate glass art that gleams in the studio is crafted with more than 2000 degrees of heat. The color and craft on display at Caliente is not what you would expect to find tucked away in an industrial space just north of downtown. The studio features a beautiful array of art glass running the gamut of RIO Magazine

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color, style, technique and form, and the gallery showcases original glass art, all available for purchase, by artists who hail from San Antonio, Boerne and Austin. Go to shop, but stay for the show if you can. If you are lucky, you might catch one of the artists working on a piece. They do not use molds to mass produce pieces, making each one unique. The small gallery glistens and gleams with light dancing off the pieces on display. You will find vases, platters, paperweights, ornaments, bowls, jewelry and more, making it easy to start your own collection. Not far from downtown you will discover galleries dotting San Antonio’s Broadway Street, allowing you to hop from one to the next in search of a great art find. A must stop is AnArte Gallery, a true feast for your eyes. Exhibiting contemporary art in all media, representing emerging and established local and international artists, AnArte hosts monthly art openings that typically include an art talk, allowing you to gain insight on the artist and their works. One of the longest-running galleries in San Antonio, its mission is to be innovative and compelling, offering a space where the public can directly experience the work and ideas of living artists and understand the historical, social and cultural context of the art of our time. Stepping into any of its exhibitions will captivate you, and if you do not see something that fits your need, AnArte offers the opportunity to commission artworks from any of their artists.

WRITER’S BIO An award-winning communications expert who enjoys sharing new discoveries and revisiting old favorites in her adopted hometown, Dawn Robinette loves to tell stories. You can read more of her work at Alamo City Moms, San Antonio Woman, San Antonio Magazine and Texas Lifestyle Magazine.

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Artistic Alchemy San Antonio’s Fabulous Faux Bois By Susan Yerkes

An intimate oasis on the River Walk—a cool, shadowy stone cavern with splashing waterfalls where an otherworldly Father Nature looms from the carved walls. A magnificent wooden pedestrian bridge made from tree trunks. An airy arbor of entwined branches on a lush, quiet section of the river. A shady palapa over log stools, built around a magnificent tree trunk. All beautiful San Antonio landmarks in old wood or natural stone. But do not let your eyes deceive you. Things are not always what they seem. Instead of wood and stone, the structures are concrete, cement and relatively soft steel rods and mesh, carefully shaped and colored and transformed into oh-so-natural form. This is the artistic alchemy of trabajo rustico, (Spanish for rustic work) or faux bois (French for fake wood). It is an art that literally imitates nature—so well that sometimes you just cannot tell the difference. For more than 100 years, San Antonio has been the epicenter of the craft in North America, and in the last couple of decades its popularity has soared nationally. It is not only used for private gardens and public monuments now—it is fancy furniture and sculptures, too. Decorating diva Martha Stewart set the tone when she commissioned a 2,100-pound faux bois table after seeing some of San Antonio’s beloved faux bois landmarks—many of them listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In the early 1920s, Dionicio Rodriguez, a skilled craftsman from Mexico, brought the tools of his trade to San Antonio. The local geology was perfect—the Edwards Plateau’s abundant limestone attracted many quarries that produced the Portland cement used to make concrete. Rodriguez quickly found patrons eager to commission his work, both in San Antonio and in other states, where his distinctive works are also prized. But most of his creations are here. Rodriguez is still widely regarded as the grand master of the art of faux bois. He guarded his methods closely, reportedly keeping his tools in the thesanantonioriverwalk.com

trunk of his car. The sheer number of projects and the scale of many of them often required assistants. Some of them learned his techniques and went on to complete projects of their own, passing the skills and secrets on through time. Today, the most prominent is Rodriguez’s grand-nephew, Carlos Cortés, whose father Maximo worked with Rodriguez. After Rodriguez died in 1955, Maximo carried on the craft, working well into his 90s. Cortés learned from his father and continues to refine the art, restoring and repairing aging or damaged pieces and creating his own designs. rtes at work Carlos CoCarlos Cortez Martha Stewart commissioned him to create the huge faux bois table and other pieces, and her enthusiasm for the craft propelled him into the national spotlight. More recently, his Grotto, made for the San Antonio’s River Foundation’s public art series, is one of the most memorable places on the River Walk Museum Reach. Most days Cortés can be found at work in his Southtown studio, where the big, fenced yard is a fascinating collection of pieces in progress. Unlike his predecessors, he shares his methods and materials freely, giving lessons and occasionally even posting how-to videos on Instagram. San Antonio art historian Patsy Pittman Light has written extensively about the history of faux bois and Dionicio Rodriguez and his artistic successors. Her recent book, Artisans of Trabajo Rustico: The Legacy of Dionicio Rodriguez, is a beautiful coffee-table volume with photographs and detailed explanations of the craft by artist Kent Rush. It is a great way to learn more about this marvelous artistic mimicry. For a more up-close, personal look at some of San Antonio’s trabajo rustico landmarks, take a self-guided tour of some of the highlights. RIO Magazine

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River Walk Grotto - On the Museum Reach of the River Walk between the Camden and Newell Street bridges, just south of Pearl: Carlos Cortés’ fantastic three-story cave-like grotto is a cool, dreamlike sculpted cement structure with splashing waterfalls, stalactites and the enormous face of Father Nature carved into a wall. A winding cave stair goes to a street level exit through a huge faux stone jaguar head. Just across the river on this level, Cortés built a shady treelike palapa with log stools. Arbor at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts: Just beyond the Tobin’s big river front plaza you will find Carlos Cortés’ arbor of tree trunks with their entwined branches overhead. It is one of downtown’s lushest, most peaceful spots. San Antonio Museum of Art: The interior courtyard houses Rodriguez’s elaborate Urrutia Gate. The gate was once an entrance built to Miraflores, an art-filled private park owned by Rodriguez’s original San Antonio patron, Dr. Aureliano Urrutia. (Miraflores, where other Rodriguez pieces have been restored, is now a part of the Brackenridge Park Conservancy.) Brackenridge Park: The 344-acre central crown jewel of San Antonio parks is home to many of Rodriguez’s works. Do not miss the pedestrian bridge along the main drive, formed by 33 parallel pairs of vertical faux tree trunks. His large “hollow log” shelter just off the Tuleta Drive park entrance is perfect for group photos or selfies. Two shaded palapa benches are near the Koehler Pavilion. Rodriguez and Maximo 30 RIO Magazine

Cortés partnered on the landmark Torii Gate at the Japanese Tea Garden (re-named the Chinese Tea Garden during and for years after World War II). The eye-catching faux bois railings of the Witte Museum’s Treehouse at the Tuleta entrance are by Carlos Cortés. Quarry Shopping Center: Located on the former site of Alamo Cement, you will find many of Rodriguez’s commissioned works. At Ida Claire restaurant, once Alamo Cement’s managing office, the 125-foot faux bois fence around the patio courtyard is said to represent the different wood and bark of a variety of native trees found in Mexico. The courtyard’s arched tree-trunk entrance is signed by Rodriguez. He also made the courtyard’s palapa-shaded fountain. St. Anthony de Padua Church: This modest Catholic church with its Alamo-shaped façade, originally built for Alamo Cement’s quarry laborers, is home to some of Rodriguez’s most unusual work. Among rows of pecan trees in the grassy churchyard stand fourteen 16-foottall Stations of the Cross with triple parapets made of stacked honeycomb limestone rocks from the Texas Hill Country. Rodriguez also made a grotto of the same limestone rocks, sprinkled liberally with seashells, near the church’s tiny original chapel.

click on this: BRACKENRIDGE PARK www.BrackenridgePark.org GROTTO ON THE RIVERWALK www.SARiverFound.org IDA CLAIRE www.Ida-Claire.com JAPANESE TEA GARDEN www.SAParksFoundation.org/ japanese-tea-garden ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA CHURCH www.StAnthonyDePadua.org SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART www.SAMuseum.org STUDIO CORTÉS www.StudioCortes.com TOBIN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS www.TobinCenter.org WITTE MUSEUM www.WitteMuseum.org

WRITER’S BIO Susan Yerkes is an award-winning journalist and travel writer based in San Antonio who loves to laugh.

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Celebrations on the River Walk! Bud Light Stars, Stripes & Lights Fourth of July Celebrations on The San Antonio River Walk July 1–4, 2022 The River Walk will be decked out with patriotic decor during this long Fourth of July weekend! One thousand American flags line banks of the downtown River Walk, trees are adorned with red, white and blue ribbons, and bridges are decorated with patriotic décor and flags. It is fun as usual on the River Walk but downtown bridges and trees sporting a red, white and blue motif are a perfect backdrop for photos! Free to enjoy! www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/bud-light-stars-stripes-lights

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Saturday, July 2, 2022 11:00am–12:00pm This free parade is dedicated to the men and women in all branches of the United States Armed Forces and features patriotically decorated floats carrying all branches of military personnel, and numerous businesses and nonprofits who honor and support active and retired soldiers. View the parade for free on the downtown section of the River Walk, and for even more fun, make a reservation at your favorite River Walk restaurant for prime patio viewing of the parade while enjoying delicious food and cold drinks! You are also welcome to bring folding chairs and sit along the parade route (parade route map is available on website). Please do not block pedestrian traffic, and come out early to secure a good spot.

The parade is approximately 40 minutes in length from when you see the first float to the last float. The parade starts at the International Center at 203 S. St. Mary’s Street. WEATHER: The Armed Forces River Parade will take place rain or shine. However, the event will be canceled if severe weather creates an unsafe situation for the float riders or the public. Please check the website starting at 7:00am on the event date. The final determination will be made at 10:00am. www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/armed-forces-river-parade

H Fourth of July River Walk Artisan Show July 1–4, 2022, Friday–Monday

• Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11:00am–11:00pm • Monday: 11:00am–8:00pm

The Fourth of July Artisan Show lets you experience the beauty of the San Antonio River Walk while shopping over 40 handmade artisan booths, including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork and more. Vendor booths are located at the River Walk Extension, near the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Building and the Shops at Rivercenter. Free to attend. www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/fourth-of-july-artisan-show

RECREATION SABCycle

By Drew Henry

You know what they say—everything is bigger in Texas! The San Antonio River Walk is over 15 miles long, with five of those miles stretching right through downtown. With so many sights to see and so much river to cover, you need to find a good way to explore downtown without tiring out. (Of course, if you do get tired, there is no shame in grabbing a table by the riverside to chow down on tacos and sip a refreshing margarita!) We have the avid explorers out there covered with the best ways to get around downtown—from trolley to boat to Segway tours!

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click on this: THE TEXAS STAR TRAIL www.TXStarTrail.com CITY SIGHTSEEING www.CitySightseeingSanAntonio.com GO RIO CRUISES www.GoRioCruises.com NATION TOURS www.SegwayToursOfSanAntonio.com BCYCLE SAN ANTONIO www.SanAntonio.BCycle.com

adventure. See only the things you want to see and stay as long as you would like. There is always another bus coming to take you to the next stop.

THE TEXAS STAR TRAIL A Downtown Walking Tour Courtesy of the San Antonio Conservation Society If you are exploring San Antonio for the first time, you do not want to miss a single thing. So, embark on a free guided walking tour that you control from your phone! The Texas Star Trail, a walking tour provided by the San Antonio Conservation Society, is your ultimate guide to downtown. Get instant access to guided maps for the River Walk, Alamo Plaza, La Villita, Hemisfair and Old San Antonio from your mobile device. Each map includes key landmarks complete with building histories, photos and directions. Head to TXStarTrail.com to get the key to the city in the palm of your hand! The Texas Star Trail is the easiest way to navigate downtown while hitting all the major sites and attractions along the way. Of course, there are other transport options available when your feet get tired!

from 8:40am to 5:30pm. Get exclusive access to 19 stops, including some of San Antonio’s top destinations like the River Walk, Pearl, Spanish Governor’s Palace, San Fernando Cathedral, Theatre District, Tower of the Americas, Market Square, King William Historic District and much more. Choose endless rides for either 24 or 48 hours and pick where you want to tour. That is right! This tour allows you to choose your own

GO RIO CRUISES River Walk Boat Tours and Shuttles San Antonio was settled over 300 years ago because of its close proximity to the river and we are still traveling along it today! GO RIO Cruises are a fleet of brightly colored boats that offer two types of journeys for you to embark on: Narrated Cruises and River Shuttles.

CITY SIGHTSEEING Hop-on, Hop-off Trolley Tours If your feet are getting sore, cruise the city in style and take in the sights from new heights. City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off Trolley Tours are a fleet of double-decker buses bringing some London charm to Alamo City. Tickets start at just $44.99 per person and offer unlimited hops on and off with departures every 20 minutes thesanantonioriverwalk.com

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to be one that fits perfectly in your travel itinerary. Guided tours start at $65 per person and cover world-famous sights like the Alamo, Menger Hotel, Tower of the Americas, River Walk and La Villita. The San Antonio Sightseeing Tour covers all the bases, and the Historic Downtown Tour comes with an extra 30 minutes of in-depth history. Finally, the Haunted Night Tour includes chilling ghost stories of the city’s past—if you are feeling spooky enough for it. BCYCLE Pedal-assist Bike Rentals The Narrated Cruise is the perfect option for first-time sailors who want to get the lay of the land and learn about the city’s rich history. Tours last 35 minutes and are offered daily from 10:00am to 10:00pm. General admission tickets are $13.50 and can be purchased online or at ticket booths located near the Aztec Theatre, Hilton Palacio del Rio or Shops at Rivercenter. The River Shuttle travels from downtown through the Museum Reach to Pearl. Shuttles run every hour from 12:00 to 8:00pm. Look for shuttle signs along the river for pickup zones and wave to your boat captain operating the boat labeled “River Shuttle” to catch a ride. A one-day shuttle pass is available for $19.50 and offers unlimited lifts. NATION TOURS Segway Tours We have the perfect segway to our next form of travel—Segway tours! Nation Tours offers an easy-breezy way to take in the sights from the street without tiring your feet. Glide along through the city aboard a futuristic Segway transport system. With three tour options offered at 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm, seven days a week, there is sure 34 RIO Magazine

San Antonio is becoming an increasingly bike-friendly city, so renting a ride is a great way to explore downtown. BCycle pedal-assist bikes allow you to ride twice the distance in half the time, which means you can see twice as much! This bike-share program is designed for short trips and quick adventures around town. It differs from a traditional rental program because you dock the bike at any BCycle docking station and grab another when you are ready to ride again. With individual ride times up to one hour, exploring San Antonio is easier than ever. Stations are located across downtown, Museum Reach and Mission Reach and are open seven days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Purchase a day pass for $15 to get unlimited 60-minute trips or a single trip pass for $5 for every 30 minutes. Then, easily unlock your bike with your phone and ride into the Texas sunset! WRITER’S BIO Drew Henry is a writer, yogi and meme enthusiast. When he is not writing, he is out exploring all Texas has to offer. View his portfolio at DrewHenryWrites.com and follow his antics on Instagram at @drewhenrywrites.

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Family Adventure Awaits! Come experience adventure-packed fun for the whole family at The Shops at Rivercenter!

The Shops at Rivercenter have something for everyone. Located on the world-famous River Walk in downtown San Antonio, Rivercenter features more than 100 retailers including seven restaurants, IMAX and AMC Theatres and a 1,000-room Marriott Hotel. Rivercenter is the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Discover a beautiful environment with the perfect blend of downtown energy and old-world charm. First, start your day with a heart pumping challenge for all ages at LiggettVille Adventure Center. LiggettVille has something fun for everyone! The unique Clip ‘n Climb® walls each feature a different challenge and appeal not only to kids, but to adults looking for fun. Participants climb as far as they can on activities like the Astroball, Amazing, Hexed and Big Cheese, and then scale back down safely to the ground. Explore the heart-pumping Sky Trail® ropes course with Sky Rail® zip rails and pair the course with other activities such as the QUICKjump free-fall simulation. Do not forget, little kids are included, too! With a chaperone’s assistance, children 48” and under are able to build coordination and confidence on the Sky Tykes® + Sky Rail® course, which is positioned close to the ground and designed specifically for them. After your action-packed start, be sure to refuel at the largest Jamón chain in the world, Enrique Tomas. At Enrique Tomas, “Jamón is not a food, it is a feeling.” Next, visit the sweetest place on Earth and satisfy your sweet tooth. The Sugar Factory features everything from pancakes and sweet and savory crepes to salads, burgers and shakes, all created by world-class chefs and available throughout the day.

The Sugar Factory offers an array of pasta selections and six thin crust pizzas or guests can build their own from more than 25 ingredients. Grill selections include options such as steak frites, Sugar Factory’s signature chicken and waffles and pan-roasted Pacific salmon. Sugar Factory New York City’s desserts are legendary. The King Kong Sundae packs a sweet punch for up to 12 people with 24 scoops of ice cream, two cupcakes, sprinkles, caramel sauce, fudge sauce, strawberry sauce, marshmallows, Reese’s Pieces, chocolate chip cookies, crushed waffle cones, gummy bears, white chocolate strawberry shavings, sliced bananas, toasted walnuts and whipped cream, and then topped off with giant swirly pops. Sugar Factory’s decadent sundaes, fondues, shakes, hot chocolate and frozen hot chocolate selections are favorites at the popular restaurant. An expanded dessert menu, including custom ice cream cones, is available at the new location. From red velvet to Oreo-flavored cones, The Sugar Factory provides an unforgettable experience for those with a sweet tooth that needs to be satisfied. After the kids have gone to bed, end your night at Fat Tuesday where you can enjoy New Orleans-inspired frozen cocktails and drinks. Visit The Shops at Rivercenter today to take a journey you will never forget!

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SPLISH SPLASH When the summer sun starts to melt your plans, it is time to head to Pearl for an afternoon at the splash pad. Dip your toes in the cool waters, and sip on a Texas beer or a perfectly Instagrammable prickly pear margarita from the Park Bar.

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CHOO CHOO Catch the wind in your hair as we take a ride on the open-air train at the San Antonio Zoo. Your ticket on this iconic San Antonio railway takes you on a roughly two-mile trip around to the Japanese Tea Garden and The Witte, as well as a little tour through Brackenridge Park. Feel free to hop on and off if you would like to stop and explore, or stay on and let the breeze take you away. SO LUSH As the sun goes down, the San Antonio Botanical Garden will come to life on July 21 with the sights and sounds of Lush: Margaritas and Tacos in the Garden. This fabulous event stretches through extended evening hours at SABOT to bring us drinks and dancing complete with live entertainment from Folklorico dancers. Your ticket comes with a complimentary margarita, but you will also be able to purchase little bites and extra drinks during the event. TAKE A LICK Cool down with any icy treat you can feel good about at Lick Honest Ice Creams. These cones are more than just a sweet treat. They have got a sweet story. The cream comes from familyowned farms, and everything from the syrups and marshmallows to cookies and cakes are made inhouse. Branch out with cool flavors like cilantro lime or sweet persimmon.

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San Antonio has a ton of cool spots to chill this summer. As the heat waves kick up, we are kicking back with splash pads, garden strolls, live music and plenty of ice cream to beat the heat.

on day two. . .

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JUST KEEP SWIMMING Take a dip in the pool at the second oldest park in the United States. San Pedro Springs Park combines fresh air, nature walks and a giant swimming pool. It is a gorgeous place to cool off in the hot summer months, floating and splashing in the cool blue water, or grab a picnic blanket and lay out under the canopy of trees. SHARE AND SHARE ALIKE After splashing down, settle in for lunch at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails. Inside the gorgeous Hotel Contessa along the River Walk, this cool Texas kitchen is serving shareable plates like crab guacamole, roasted cauliflower queso and Texas charc boards with thesanantonioriverwalk.com

smoked duck, honey, Texas cheeses and veggies. Wash it down with a cold pressed watermelon juice or some homemade lemonade. DESSERT DIP When it feels too hot to rock the River Walk, it is time to turn to Cherry Garcia for help. We are feeling grateful for all the groovy flavors at Ben and Jerry’s on the South Bank because they are such a refreshing break from the heat. The sweet smell of euphoria beckons patrons inside to a wonderland of funky flavors. Sit and enjoy your Chunky Monkey, or walk along the river with your Phish Food. RIO Magazine

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PLAYTIME Visit Yanaguana Gardens where art meets play. This gorgeous 4.1-acre park is an interactive space for adults and families to enjoy. In the hot summer months, the splash pads are a refreshing place to play. And the playground equipment is designed to be accessible to everyone. There is always something new to do, whether it is Story Time in the park, an outdoor movie or free community workouts. GET UP For the coolest views in the city, take a ride to the top of the Tower of the Americas. This 750-foot icon gives guests incredible panoramic views of the city, and you can enjoy happy hour apps and drinks at Chart House. Sip a $7 pomegranate martini while you take a spin in this revolving restaurant. Then once you come down from the tower, check out the free concerts on Fridays during the Party at the Plaza. ON THE ROCKS For dinner we are slurping some iced down oysters at On the Bend. This fun and swanky spot features a full raw bar of fresh seafood, as well as classic cocktails and River Walk views. Enjoy live blues and jazz music, and nibble

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on fresh ceviche and other tasty grub. LITTLE ITALY This evening we are capping things off with some Italian treats from Justin’s Ice Cream. Justin’s ice cream is made fresh daily, and they do not stop at chocolate and vanilla. The mango was called a “national treasure” by a former president, they have got classic Italian flavors like Stracciatella, and they have some San Antonio favorites like Mexican brownie and Oaxacan chocolate. Get a cone for one hand and a frozen cocktail to-go for the other.

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Crystal Henry is a loyal Texan and an award-winning author, writer and columnist. She is fluent in both sarcasm and English, and she showcases those bilingual skills on FB + IG @crystalhenrywrites and on Twitter @ chenrywrites.

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AMBLER www.AmblerSanAntonio.com

JUSTIN’S ICE CREAM www.JustinsIceCream.com

PEARL www.AtPearl.com

SAN ANTONIO ZOO www.SAZoo.org

BEN & JERRY’S www.BenJerry.com

LICK www.ILikeLick.com

TOWER OF THE AMERICAS www.TowerOfTheAmericas.com

HEMISFAIR www.Hemisfair.org

ON THE BEND www.OnTheBendSA.com

SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN www.SABOT.org

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SAN ANTONIO FOOD & DRINK AMERICAN BOUDRO’S TEXAS BISTRO 421 East Commerce St. www.boudros.com BIGA ON THE BANKS 203 S. St. Mary’s Street www.biga.com BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO. 406 Navarro www.bubbagump.com DAVE & BUSTER’S 849 E. Commerce St. www.daveandbusters.com DICK’S LAST RESORT 223 Losoya St. www.dickslastresort.com EL TROPICANO HOTEL 110 Lexington Avenue. www.eltropicanohotel.com HARD ROCK CAFÉ 111 W Crockett St #210 www.hardrockcafe.com HOWL AT THE MOON 111 West Crockett St. #201 www.howlatthemoon.com IHOP 849 E. Commerce (210) 444-1201 JAZZ, TX 312 Pearl Parkway #6001 www.jazztx.com LAS CANARIAS 112 College Street www.omnihotels.com LONE STAR CAFE 237 Losoya www.lonestarcafe.us MARGARITAVILLE 849 E. Commerce St. www.margaritavillesanantonio.com RAINFOREST CAFÉ 110 E. Crockett www.rainforestcafe.com

BBQ COUNTY LINE BARBEQUE SPORTS BAR 111 W. Crockett St. www.countyline.com BRAZILIAN FOGO DE CHAO 849 E. Commerce St. www.fogodechao.com TEXAS DE BRAZIL 313 E. Houston St. www.texasdebrazil.com BRITISH MAD DOGS 123 Losoya St. www.maddogs.net DELI SCHILO’S 424 E. Commerce St. www.schilos.com GERMAN BIER GARTEN 124-150 Losoya St. www.biergartenriverwalk.com LITTLE RHEIN PROST HAUS 231 S. Alamo Street www.littlerheinprosthaus.com ICE CREAM JUSTIN’S ICE CREAM 245 E Commerce St. www.mercadoritas.com KILWINS 109 Alamo Plaza www.kilwins.com IRISH DURTY NELLY’S IRISH PUB 200 S. Alamo St. www.durtynellyspub.com

ITALIAN GUILLERMO’S 618 McCullough St. www.guillermosdowntown.com

ON THE BEND 123 Losoya St. www.onthebendsa.com

MICHELINO’S 521 Riverwalk www.michelinos.us

TEX-MEX CAFÉ OLE 521 River Walk www.cafeole.us

PAESANOS 111 W. Crockett #100 www.paesanosriverwalk.com

CASA RIO 430 E. Commerce St. www.casa-rio.com

PIZZARITAS 245 E. Commerce www.pizzaritas.com

DOMINGO RESTAURANTE 123 N. St. Mary’s St. www.domingorestaurant.com

ZOCCA 420 W. Market www.zoccariverwalk.com

IRON CACTUS 200 River Walk www.ironcactus.com

MEXICAN ACENAR 146 E. Houston www.acenar.com

THE ORIGINAL MEXICAN RESTAURANT 528 River Walk www.originalmexican.com

THE RIVER’S EDGE CAFÉ AND PATIO BAR 200 S. Alamo St. www.riversedgecafesa.com

RIO RIO CANTINA 421 E. Commerce St. www.rioriocantina.com

SEAFOOD CHART HOUSE Tower of the Americas, 739 East Cesar E. Chavez www.toweroftheamericas.com

RITA’S ON THE RIVER 245 E. Commerce, Suite 100 www.ritasontheriver.com

JOE’S CRAB SHACK 212 College Street Ste 10 www.joescrabshack.com LANDRY’S SEAFOOD HOUSE 517 N. Presa www.landrysseafood.com

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FIVE & DIME GENERAL STORE 101 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 233-0166 www.fiveanddimegs.com GALLERY VETRO CREATIVE ARTGLASS 250 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 354-0001 GARCIA ART GLASS 715 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-1400 www.garciaartglass

ART PACE 445 N Main Ave www.artpace.org

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BONITA RITA’S 245 E. Commerce, #100 San Antonio, TX 78205 www.mercadoritas.com

HUEBNER OAKS 11745 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78230 www.shophuebneroaks.com

BRISCOE WESTERN ART MUSEUM 210 W. Market Street www.briscoemuseum.org

KENDRA SCOTT 310 East Basse Rd. #101 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 591-7180 www.kendrascott.com

BUCKHORN MUSEUM 318 E Houston St. www.buckhornmuseum.com CASA SALAZAR 216 E. Houston San Antonio, 78205 (210) 472-2272 www.themajestic.com/casa THE COLLECTION 7959 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 826-3130 www.thecollectionsanantonio.com DEL SOL OF SAN ANTONIO 321 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 231-0900 www.delsol.com DOSEUM 2800 Broadway St. www.thedoseum.org EL MERCADO 514 W. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78207 (210) 207-8600 www.sanantonio.gov/ marketsquare FIESTA AT NORTH STAR 102 W. Rector Street San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 801-9900 www.alamofiesta.com THE FIESTA STORE 2611 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 227-5191 www.fiesta-sa.org 40 RIO Magazine

LOS PATIOS 2015 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78217 (210) 655-6171 www.lospatios.com LUCCHESE BOOT COMPANY 255 East Basse Rd #800 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-9419 www.lucchese.com MERCADORITA’S 245 E. Commerce & Bonita San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 286-7432 NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road www.naturalbridgecaverns.com NORTH STAR MALL 7400 San Pedro San Antonio, TX 78217 (210) 340-6627 www.northstarmall.com PARIS HATTERS 119 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-3453 www.parishatters.com PENNERS DOWNTOWN 311 W. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 226-2487 www.pennersinc.com

SAN ANGEL FOLK ART 110 Blue Star San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 226-6688 www.sanangelfolkart.com

THE TWIG BOOK SHOP 306 Pearl Parkway #106 San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 826-6411 www.thetwig.indiebound.com

SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART 200 West Jones Avenue www.samuseum.org

THE UNOFFICIAL BEST OF TEXAS 101 Alamo Plaza, #3 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 227-0242

SAN ANTONIO VISITORS CENTER 317 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 207-6871 www.visitsanantonio.com

THE VINEYARD 1207 North Loop 1604 W San Antonio, TX 78258 www.thevineyardshoppingcenter.com

SHOPS OF LA CANTERA 15900 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 582-6255 www.theshopsatlacantera.com

WYNDHAM SAN ANTONIO RIVERWALK 111 E. Pecan Street San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 489-9768 www.sawyn.com

SHOPS AT RIVERCENTER 849 E. Commerce www.shoprivercenter.com

THE WESTIN RIVERWALK 420 W. Market Street San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 413-9731 www.westin.com

77T’S SOUVENIRS & T-SHIRTS 207 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 549-1279 www.77tshirts.com TIENDA LA GARZA 110 Broadway, Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-2133

LA VILLITA HISTORIC ARTS VILLAGE 418 Villita Street, San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 207-8614 • www.lavillita.com ANGELITA La Villita - Bldg. 2 San Antonio, TX 78205 210- 224-8362 www.lavillita.com CASA MANOS ALEGRES La Villita - Bldg. 6 San Antonio, TX 78205 210-313-7293 www.lavillita.com COPPER GALLERY La Villita - Bldg. 11 San Antonio, TX 78205 210.271.3856 www.thecoppergallery.com

PLAZA TAXCO La Villita, Bldg.16B San Antonio, TX 78205 210-994-5259 www.plazataxco.com RIVER ART GROUP La Villita - Bldg. 14 San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-8752 www.rivergroup.com STARVING ARTIST GALLERY La Villita - Bldg. 12 San Antonio, TX 78205 210.226.3593 www.lavillita.com

LITTLE STUDIO GALLERY La Villita - Bldg. 23 San Antonio, TX 78205 210-227-8893 www.lavillita.com

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS RESTAURANTS Bier Garten River Walk www.biergartensa.com 210-212-7299 The County Line www.countyline.com 210-229-1941 Dave & Busters www.daveandbusters.com 210-951-3600 Denny’s Riverwalk www.dennys.com 210-223-4321 The Frosty Dog Frozen Drinks www.frostydogsa.com 210-354-3002 Iron Cactus www.ironcactus.com 210-224-9835 La Margarita Mexican Restaurant www.lamargarita.com 210-227-7140 LandShark Bar & Grill www.sanantonio. landsharkbarandgrill.com 210-556-1790 Little Rhein Prost Haus www.prosthaussa.com 210-890-2225 Mad Dogs British Pub www.maddogs.net 210-222-0220 Maddy McMurphy’s Irish Sports Bar www.maddymcmurphys.com 210-222-9722 Margaritaville San Antonio www.margaritavillesanantonio. com 210-973-5911

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Mi Tierra Café www.mitierracafe.com 210-225-1262 On the Bend Oyster Bar & Cigar Lounge www.onthebendsa.com 210-354-3002

ATTRACTIONS Bario Aviation, Inc. Air Tours www.barioaviationservices.com 830-460-9028 Buckhorn Saloon & Museum www.buckhornmuseum.com 210-247-4000

The Original Mexican Restaurant & Bar www.theoriginalmexican.com 210-224-9951

Cascade Caverns www.cascadecaverns.com 830-755-8080

Paesanos RiverWalk www.paesanosriverwalk.com 210-227-2782

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Restaurante Pico de Gallo www.picodegallo.com 210-225-6060

City Sightseeing San Antonio 210-224-8687

The DoSeum www.thedoseum.org 210-212-4453 LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio

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Natural Bridge Caverns www.naturalbridgecaverns.com 210-651-6101 SeaLife San Antonio Aquarium www.visitsealife.com/ san-antonio 210-610-1150

Rio Rio Cantina www.riorioriverwalk.com 210-226-8462 The River’s Edge Café + Patio Bar www.riversedgecafesa.com 210-270-0786 SHOPPING La Villita Historic Village www.lavillitasanantonio.com 210-207-8614

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