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MOMFIDENCE!

Addressing Your Needs & Standing Strong

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Help Your Child Stay Focused

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table of May 2017

volume 33 • number 5

ADDRESS YOUR NEEDS & STAND STRONG, MOM

FINISH THE SCHOOL YEAR STRONG

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CONTENTS

MOMFIDENCE!

10 WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILD STAY FOCUSED

SUMMER CAMP MEMENTO HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD’S SKIN ALL SUMMER LONG A DOZEN FASCINATING FACTS ABOUT MOTHERHOOD

DON’T COMPARE

32 CALENDAR

40 THEATRE

46 CLASSIFIEDS

The Children’s International Puppet Festival

Perceptions of Texas

Emperor’s New Threads

Party Rentals

Art in the Garden

Sister Act

Classes and Lessons

EXHIBITS

On the Cover

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BabyTots Event

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Happy Mother’s Day I would like to welcome Amy Sugarman, mother of three, to the Our Kids Magazine family. Amy’s family has a history with our magazine as her mother, Carol Sugarman, worked for the magazine in the 90’s. Now it’s come full circle with her daughter contributing as well. For the month of May, we have two features celebrating moms. In Christina Katz’ article, “Momfidence”, she gives advice about how to handle the stresses of motherhood. In another “mom-centered” piece, Pam Molnar lists “A Dozen Fascinating Facts about Motherhood”, some of which may surprise you. With so many books and so much information on the internet about raising your kids, differing opinions and information overload can lead to a lot of second guessing about whether you’re doing it right. One thing most experts agree on is that you should never compare your kids. They will all love, behave and excel differently in many ways and recognizing this can help you avoid falling into the comparison trap. This month, Sarah Lyons explains some strategies to battle the urge to compare your kids to one another and how to embrace their differences. With the school year almost out, Janeen Lewis gives “10 Ways to Help Your Child Stay Focused” in her article “Finish the School Year Strong.” For those of you who are still looking for activity options for your kids this summer break, check out our last camp issue for the year. Also, in this month’s camp section, Denise Morrison Yearian goes over the steps in making a “Summer Camp Memento” that your child can cherish forever. Next month, our annual Childcare Preschool Finder gets a new name: “BabyTots”! This year the “BabyTots” issue will be accompanied by a BABYTOTS EXPO on June 25th at Rolling Oaks Mall where families with children ages birth to 5 years old can get information about parenting resources and services. Be sure to save the date and join us for many free activities including face painting, balloon artist, music, games and much more. There will also be a Diaper Derby and prize drawings. Last but not least, be sure to check out our calendar this month featuring The Children’s International Puppet Festival and the America’s Armed Forces River Parade. Don’t miss the Children’s Theatre section as there are several different productions this month for the kiddos.

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Momfidence! By Christina Katz

Address Your Needs & Stand Strong, Mom

Imagine a mom standing in a superhero pose: hands cocked on hips, chest out, and chin jutting up towards the sky. Chances are good that this is not how you feel every day, mom. In fact, you may notice that you rarely feel this way. Why is it that motherhood, a status so desired, can often seem as challenging as it is wonderful? Once a baby is born, our lives are no longer our own. We are transformed. We have much more on our hands than a new mouth to feed. According to the IRS, we have a new dependent. We are no longer an individual, or even a couple, and our scope of responsibilities expands to small group status. No wonder moms often feel overwhelmed and insecure. What do veteran moms know that can help new moms feel reassured? Perhaps, instead of saying, “Congratulations on your new arrival,” we should say, “Welcome to the ranks of confident mothers. Here are our insider secrets.”

Give Yourself Pep Talks. The first few months-okay, years-of motherhood can be unsettling. Your little one needs you so completely and is growing and changing so quickly. Merely keeping up can feel challenging. Expect motherhood to put you to the test. You are up for it. You can do this. Take excellent care of yourself and avail yourself to all of your newborn›s needs. As you do, your baby will get off to a secure start in the world. Repeat: I feel overwhelmed and that’s okay. This feeling will pass once I admit it to someone and keep carrying on. 6

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Practice Self-acceptance. With so much time going to baby and what little time is left going to practical duties, appearances may slip a bit. So why not lower the stakes? Wear clothing that fits comfortably, even if it›s not as fashionable as usual. Get your hair cut in a way that won›t demand styling for a while. Forego makeup and appreciate your natural glow. You can still get dressed up for an occasional date night or to socialize with friends. But on stay-at-home days, simplify your needs and save time and energy. Repeat: I look good enough to take care of this baby. I can let go of impressing the outside world temporarily and simply focus on meeting our needs.

Expect Co-parenting. Feedings, diaper changes, daily logistics, oh my! No mom can raise a child on her own. So if you are partnered, it›s important to co-parent. This means that you share care for your growing baby. And don›t think co-parenting will be a drag. Think of how much you will learn about each other. Start having conversations on an ongoing basis about how to juggle responsibilities. Repeat: Sometimes co-parenting is confusing. But if we take time to discuss our parenting hopes, dreams, and needs as we go, everyone’s desires will get addressed.

Weave A Network Of Support. They say it takes a village to raise a child and this is true, if parents are going to keep their sanity. You may think needing help is a sign of your deficiencies. But flip this FRIEND US @ facebook.com/OurKidsMagazine210

thinking on its head. Creating a strong yet flexible network of supporters is your primary job as a new mother. Research resources at your disposal and do not hesitate to ask veteran moms who live in your area what was helpful to them. Don›t stop until you create an extended team of support. Repeat: There are ample services available in my area for pregnant women and new mothers if I seek them out. We can find all the resources we need.

Be Calmly Informed. If you suspect there is a problem with your baby, don›t wait for matters to worsen before you act. Place a few inquiries by phone, so you can determine if you need to take any steps. Illnesses can progress swiftly in infants, and you might miss early signs and end up in the emergency room at 3 a.m. Keep a bevy of parenting books within reach, try swiftly polling other parenting on social media, and directly consult those more experienced when something concerning comes up. Above all, trust your instincts. Repeat: There is nothing wrong with asking questions. When I have a concern, the input of informed friends and professionals can quickly set my worst fears straight.

Stand Up For Yourself. Vulnerability is common feeling among new moms. Chalk it up to all the changes going on in your life plus fluctuating hormones. You may feel uncertain, confused, even lost sometimes. You may also find yourself on the receiving end of a barrage of advice, some of it unsolicited. Try not to get worked up about those who seem to know it all. They are usually well-meaning folks who are trying to help. And if their help is having the opposite effect, you can and should let them know how you feel. Repeat: When I am feeling shaky, and others are making me feel worse, I can simply say, “I am not looking for any more input at this time, but thanks for trying to help.”

Keep Your Balance. A mother›s life is not typically full of long stretches of free time. One baby needs a lot of attention and may sleep little. When you have more than one child, finding alone time becomes tricky. Smart moms learn how to find rest and relaxation in the nooks and crannies of each day. They accept that a messier home than usual is totally understandable. They remember that their happiness deserves preserving as much as possible. Repeat: When I take excellent care of myself I can go from overwhelmed to confident more easily. I value my own company, no matter how scarce, more than ever.

Author, journalist, and writing coach Christina Katz remembers the jumble of feelings that came with becoming a mother. She wants to remind all new moms that they really do pass. Our Kids App Available on Itunes & Google Play

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Finish the School Year Strong 10 Ways to Help Your Child Stay Focused By Janeen Lewis

Longer days. Beautiful weather. Children itching for summer. In the middle of spring, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to keep kids focused on school. But you may find that a strong finish now will lead to a good start in a new school year in the fall. Here are 10 tips to keep your child on the path to the finish line.

1. Send the message that school is a priority. Communicate to children that school is important. Continue to read with them, ask about homework, and take an interest in what they are learning. Research one of their school topics to extend the discussion at home or visit the library to find more books.

2. Set a goal. Help your child set an academic goal they can achieve during the last weeks of school. Maybe they want to turn a B into an A, master all their multiplication tables or read a thousand pages. If they meet their 8

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goal, reward them with something simple like ice cream or a new school supply or book.

3. Stay on Schedule. Kids crave structure and knowing what to expect, so spring is a good time to keep routines like homework time, dinner time, and bed time. With spring sporting events like late baseball and neighborhood pick-up games, it is hard to keep kids on track. But make a conscious effort to do it as much as possible.

4. Replace supplies. By now your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s notebooks, folders, pencils and crayons probably look worn out. Replacing these inexpensive items can be a pick-me-up that motivates your child. However, try to save big purchases like back packs and lunchboxes for the new school year.

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second wind they need to make it to the finish line. Let children do homework outdoors for rewards while they work. When math problems are completed correctly, they can take a walk or ride bikes. When done reading, they can pass the football or shoot hoops. Observe the family garden during study breaks.

8. Get next year’s supply list.

6. Hold an end of the year countdown. There are many ways to count down the days until the end of the school year. Mark off days on a calendar or put Popsicle sticks or marbles in a jar and remove one each day. You can have a jar of treats that match the number of days of school left. Each day when your child finishes their homework, they can have a countdown treat.

It’s easy to throw the backpack in the corner and not think about it again until school starts in the fall. Resist that temptation, and clean it out the last day that your child uses it. You may find important papers, a note from the teacher, or unused school supplies. Designate a place for the supplies, and go “shopping” in your leftovers before purchasing new supplies for the next year.

7. Pick out a teacher gift.

10. Celebrate.

Teachers work hard, and it’s good to show appreciation for them. With all the end of the school year events, planning a teacher gift may get shoved to the bottom of the to-do list, so plan ahead. Teachers love gift cards to their favorite teacher store, coffee house or restaurant. And gifts don’t have to be expensive. I’m a teacher and my favorite gifts are handwritten notes and cards from my students.

Have a dance party in your living room, picnic at the park or create a special family dinner. Enjoy a cookout with a backyard projector movie or visit the neighborhood pool. If in doubt, ask the kids. They’ll give great input about how they want to start their summer break!

If you receive next year’s list before the end of the school year, post it on the refrigerator, and when supplies go on sale during the summer, be ready to purchase them.

9. Clean out the backpack on the last day.

Janeen Lewis is a freelance journalist, teacher and mom to Andrew and Gracie. She loves to finish the school year strong with her students and family.

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Summer Camp Memento By Denise Morrison Yearian

For many young campers, there is often an abundance of excitement prior to attending camp. But there may also be a big letdown once the experience is over. To help children handle before- and aftercamp transitions, have them create a summer camp memory book. All it takes is a few sheets of card stock, construction paper, markers, a computer, photographs and a handful of memories.

Great expectations…

Several weeks before camp starts, have your child gather card stock and begin assembling the book. Page headings and subheadings can be created on the computer or handwritten. These pages can then be mounted onto colored construction paper, if desired. Here are a few entry ideas to get him started. Some pages can be filled in prior to leaving. Others will need to be added to after the experience is over.

On the cover…

On the first page have your child type or write “Summer Camp Memory Book,” along with his name, 10

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age, name of camp and dates of attendance. Then decorate the border.

Gearing up... This page should feature at least two entries, “What I did to prepare for camp” and “Things I packed.” Have him include a series of lines after the second entry for writing in his packing list. (Note this list can also be used to help your child remember to pack all his belongings before returning home.)

Point of contact… Your child may want to include pages for keeping in touch with friends and loved ones. Have him create one entry titled “Letters to Send” that lists names and addresses of people he wants to write letters to while he’s away. Another entry could include “Letters and Packages Received.” One way to store letters he receives is to create a pocket by cutting an extra piece of cardstock in half and attaching it to the page with staples. Finally have him create a page called “Keep in Touch” with lines for FRIEND US @ facebook.com/OurKidsMagazine210

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Who says the fun begins at the campground? This page should include things that happened along the way. Your child can format these entries before leaving home and either fill in the pages on the way or when he returns home. Headings could include “How long it took to drive to camp,” “Who took me,” “How I got there,” “Who went to camp with me,” “Unusual things we saw en route” and “Stops along the way.” You may even consider adding a second page with similar entries for the ride home.

At first glimpse…

Be sure your child includes a page for first impressions of camp: “What I did when I got there,” “How I felt upon arrival—excited, nervous, scared, etc.,” “Initial impressions of counselors and bunkmates” and “Other new people I met.” Again these pages can be filled in at camp or once he returns home.

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Include at least one page for daily experiences such as, “What the weather was like at camp,” “What I did in the mornings,” “…in the afternoons,” “…at night” “Classes or sessions attended,” “What my free time consisted of ” and “Dining hall experiences—foods I ate for breakfast…lunch…dinner.”

The good, the bad and the ugly…

What is camp without superlatives? These pages should list the best and worst experiences: “Best food at camp,” “Worst food at camp,” “My favorite activity,” “New friends I made,” “My best camp friend,” “My favorite counselor,” “What new things I learned,” “The funniest thing that happened at camp,” “The worst thing that happened at camp” and “Overall best part of camp.” Have your child leave plenty of room to embellish with descriptions and stories.

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Be sure to give your child a camera and remind him to take a lot of pictures throughout his stay. Also take a few pictures of him packing and getting to and from camp. When he returns he can fill in the pages, paste in photos and illustrate other experiences. To assemble the book, bind the pages together with a three-hole punch and secure with brads or yarn. In years to come your child will have a great memory of summer camp! -Denise Yearian is the former editor of two parenting magazines and the mother of three children.

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How to Protect Your Child’s Skin All Summer Long By Gayla Grace

Summertime memories are often created in the sun. What better way to escape the routine and enjoy the benefits of warmer temperatures? As you bring out the shorts and bathing suits, however, don’t forget to consider the damaging rays of the sun and how to protect your child’s skin all summer long. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer, the most common form of cancer, during their lifetime. Although childhood sunburns seem innocent and a part of summertime

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fun, they increase the risk of skin cancer as an adult. If you take the right precautions, however, skin cancer is highly preventable. It starts with preventing childhood sunburns, particularly during the summer months, when most of the damage to our skin occurs. Dr. Sarah Glorioso, dermatologist at Ark-La-Tex Dermatology in Shreveport, LA, gives five tips to help protect your child’s skin and keep it beautiful throughout the hot months of summer: Wear your sunscreen. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen every single day, SPF 30 or above is best, whether you’re planning on an outdoor activity or not. Also, be sure to apply liberally. “Most people don’t use an adequate amount,” says Glorioso. “You need a shot glass full each application to cover arms, legs, face, and chest when outdoors and you need to reapply every two hours.” Lotions often work better than sprays because they last longer and have increased coverage. Apply 30 minutes before going out and if you’re going to the pool, make sure it’s water-resistant. Don’t forget to apply Have fun playing drums and percussion

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CAMP & SUMMER ACTIVITIES sunscreen to the tops of the feet and the ears also-areas that are often overlooked that burn easily. Invest in sun protective clothing. “I, personally, am a big fan of sun protective clothing,” says Glorioso-a great reminder for kids who play outdoor sports with repeated exposure to damaging rays. “Women forget about their chest and men forget about their arms; sun protective clothing prevents constant re-applying when outdoors.” A wide-brimmed hat for fair-skinned kids also helps protect the face and neck. Although baseball caps are popular with kids, they don’t protect the neck and the ears. Don’t forget your lips. Our lips are important too and we need a chap stick with an SPF of at least 15 and preferably 30 or above to avoid skin cancer on the lips, a form of cancer we often don’t think about. Fever blisters are also a painful malady from sunburned lips. Seek shade when possible. An umbrella, a pop up tent, or even the shade of a tree can help protect your child’s skin during the period of the sun’s greatest intensity, generally considered between 10 am and 4 pm. Cloudy days also create damaging rays that must be considered. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends babies be completely shielded from the sun for the first six months due to their sensitive skin and suggests waiting until they’re six months of age to introduce sunscreen (skincancer.org). Stay out of the tanning bed. Although tweens and teens might enjoy the ease and results they get from a tanning bed, spray tans and sunless tanning lotions offer easily

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Cibolo Nature Center & Farm Boerne, TX 78006 www.Cibolo.org Nature, Farm, and Art themed day camps with goals to nurture an awareness, creativity and appreciation of the environment. With traditional camp activities such as crafts, songs, games, and skits, each week has a unique theme and a special guest to encourage learning and exploration of the outdoors.

San Antonio Botanical Garden Summer Camp 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 210-536-1400 Sabot.org Explore the San Antonio Botanical Garden this summer with STEAM-based camps focused on hands-on exploration, nature-inspired art, ecology and botany. From Eco-Explorers to Little Sunshine Gardeners and a new Chef camp for teens, the Garden inspires budding naturalists, scientists, botanists, artists and chefs to dig deeper into the world of plants and fun!

San Antonio Aquarium 6320 Bandera Rd. San Antonio, TX 78238 208-229-3319 http://www.sanantonioaquarium.net/ activities/summer-camp/ Dive into Summer Camp! Fun for ages 4 – 18. Hands on learning about marine, desert and tropical. Experience animal diversity and survival techniques. Perfect for animal enthusiasts! Seahorse Camp for ages 4-7, June 26 – 28 Stingray Camp for ages 8-12, July 10-12 Shark Camp for ages 13-18, July 17-19 $70 non-members Members 20% off.

Zoo Camp San Antonio Zoo San Antonio, TX 210-734-7184 Ext 1501 Sazoo.org Great Migrations Whether it’s the fins of a fish or the wings of a butterfly, animals are really going the

distance! Kids entering kinder-6th grade can join us as we navigate millions of miles through the world of great migrations during this five-day camp. Fantastic Beasts What are Fantastic Beasts and where can we find them? On this backyard adventure, kids entering kinder-6th grade can explore bio-diversity in the great state of Texas while learning about the similarities we share with the plains of Africa and the mountains of Mexico during this five-day camp. Eco-Explorers Calling all conservationists! Are you looking for a summer adventure with purpose? Kids entering 7th-9th grade get to find out what happens behind-thescenes at the zoo, meet animals, help film a mini conservation video and take home their own Eco-Explorer project. Jr. Zoo Crew Campers entering 7th-9th grade will get a firsthand look at enrichment and animal behaviors, explore the many careers paths within a zoo and even help an Animal Care Specialist during their morning outine! Color Me Camouflage Do scorpions glow-in-the-dark? Can zebras hide from lions? Are fish able to disappear? Kids entering kinder-6th grade can discover the unique world of camouflage and how animals hide in plain sight during this five-day camp.

SeaWorld Camp SeaWorld San Antonio San Antonio, TX 78251 210-523-3608 www.SeaWorldCamp.com

Witte Museum Camp San Antonio 78209 210-357-1945 WitteMuseum.org Be among the first to explore the brand new Dinosaur Gallery and Lab! Come discover while learning about the awesome animals that walked on the land, swam in the deep ocean, and flew in the open skies millions of years ago. Ages 6 - 12

Arts/Crafts/ Photography

Color Clay Summer Art Camp Color Clay Studio Schertz, TX 78154 210-231-0196 www.colorclaystudio.com Kids ages 6b and up will learn basic art principles and techniques such as composition, color theory, C shading, blending, as well as critical skills as we explore clay sculpting, chalk pastels, drawing, painting, watercolors and more! All new exciting projects. Kids will be served a light snack each day.

Summer Sewing Camp Abby’s Attic 9815 Culebra Suite 112 210-386-6523 www.AbbysAtticSewingSchool. com Kids have fun learning basic or intermediate sewing skills, while reinforcing academic skills. They’ll bring home fun completed projects everyday! Students learn to problem solve independently and with others. We emphasize helpfulness, responsibility, and respect. Half day camps and full day camps. AM and PM care, and layaway available.

Summer At The Academy San Antonio Academy 117 E. French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-5876 www.sa-academy.org

SeaWorld Camp offers day camps and residential camp programs plus one night sleepovers for schools, groups, scouts and families. Ocean Quest is a day camp program for 5-12 year olds where each day campers learn about animals and end their week with a Friday Night Sleepover with either sharks & stingrays, penguins or dolphins. Expedition Camp, for grades 5-8, and Career Camp, for grades 9-12, allow older campers to get more in depth in learning and interaction with SeaWorld animals. Please visit www. SeaWorldCamp.com for details and to register.

Art, Photography, Sewing, Architecture, Doll Coed for ages 4 and up. June 5– July 28 Pastels, acrylic, drawing & painting, clay, cartooning, glass, sewing, dream house design, crafts, room makeover, and more. For the artistic among you, a selection of classes that will help you express your creative spirit!

Summer At The Academy San Antonio Academy 117 E. French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-5876 www.SA-academy.org

Camp Cloud at the TOBIN! Choose to Dream (210) 836-8200 ChoosetoDream@outlook.com Choose2Dream.com

Animal Lovers Coed for ages 4 and up. June 5– July 28 Fishing, bugs, snakes, spiders, sharks and salamanders, dinosaurs … calling all animal lovers. Come spend a week learning about animal life!

Dance/Magic/Music/ Theatre

July 3rd – 30th, 2017 Our month long (4-week) theatre camp offers elementary through high school students the opportunity to develop in the musical theater realm. The program will strengthen acting, choreography, and vocal skill sets. The camp features an intensive approach that will leave

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CAMP & SUMMER ACTIVITIES parents and audiences in awe! The camp is facilitated at the Tobin. At the end of the final week campers will perform 4 fantastic shows presenting this year’s summer camp production of Beauty and the Beast.

Camp Illusion Magic Camp Hosted at Incredible Pizza 11743 West Avenue San Antonio 78216 210-313-6880 www.CampIllusion.com

Camp Illusion Magic Camp is an exciting, interactive, hands-on week where kids learn REAL MAGIC! Campers learn magic moves, secrets, tricks, and routines. They learn easy-to-master tricks done with everyday objects such as playing cards, rubber bands, coins and bills. Young Magicians will gain mastery of some special magician’s tools and props and how to explore their creativity. The last day of camp, the campers put on a for family and friends. July 17 – 21 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Camp Showbiz The Magik Theatre 210-227-2751 420 S. Alamo • San Antonio, Texas 78205 Magik Performing Arts Center 5359 Casa Bella • San Antonio, Texas 78249 MagikTheatre.org June 5-August 18 Camp Showbiz, our community’s premiere theatre arts summer program, offers children and teens fun, learning, and creativity, in a day camp structure of 1-, 2and 4-week sessions. Extended care also available! Available at both locations, The Magik Theatre (downtown) and the Magik Performing Arts Center (Northwest).

For The Love of Drums Call 260-2221 www.fortheloveofdrums.com fortheloveofdrums@att.net https://nisd.net/ace/ We offer Summer Camps at Northside Learning Center off Bandera and Grissom Come have fun playing drums and percussion. We offer field trips to Daycares and Schools and Camps Themes include: Hawaiian/Beach theme Rock n Roll • Celebrate fourth of July.

Greater San Antonio Academy of Ballet 210-516-1617 7613 Tezel Rd San Antonio 78250 Greatersanantonioacademyofballet.com Greater San Antonio Academy of Ballet is offering a Summer Dance Program for Boys and Girls ages 3-18 (June 19- Aug 11). SIGN UP before May 1st to receive special rates. Please call 210-516-1617 to arrange an audition class for the Main Intensive (Ages 11-18).

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Theatre; Public Speaking; Writing; Courtroom Drama; Music; Lights, Camera, Action Coed for ages 5 and up. June 5–

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CAMP & SUMMER ACTIVITIES July 28 This series of classes will provide you with a wide variety of life skills in such areas as dynamic public speaking, writing, and experiencing “behind-scene” and “on-stage” action, courtroom situations, garage band and voice/music.

Summer Dance Camps San Antonio Dance Academy 15714 Huebner Rd. San Antonio, 78248 210-341-7574 www.sadance.info SADA SummerDance camps are the perfect answer to getting your child to MOVE and HAVE FUN this summer! For beginners and those who have had some dance training, our campers will enjoy ballet, tap, jazz/ hip-hop, mexican folkloric, flamenco, acrodance and lyrical. Half-day, full-day and discounts available

San Antonio Museum of Art Summer Art Camps 200 W. Jones Ave San Antonio 78215 210-978-8100 samuseum.org/learn Camps include tours &artmaking. June 26 – 30 Drawing and Painting the Museum - Ages 9 -11, July 10 – 14 Museum Fashionistas - Ages 10 – 12, July 17 – 21 Paint and Clay - Ages 6 – 8, July 24 – 28 Dragons, Heroes and Monsters Ages 8 – 10

Summer Theatre Camps Woodlawn Theatre, 78201 210-267-8388 www.woodlawntheatre.org Woodlawn Academy for the Performing Arts’ Summer Theatre Camps offers kids of all skill level the opportunity to explore their creative talents, and develop an educational understanding and passion for the performing arts. Summer Theatre Camps at Woodlawn APA are fun, educational, and exciting! Kids ages 5-17 will learn to sing, dance, and shine on a stage while making friends and memories. Visit www. woodlawntheatre.org to find out more!

Fun Misc. Camps Barshop Jewish Community Center 12500 NW Military Hwy @ Wurzbach Pkwy. San Antonio 78231 Phone: 210-302-6859 www.jcccampsanantonio.org Imagine all the people; Imagine a camp you’ll love; Imagine an amazing summer! JCC Campers don’t have to imagine it – they experience it! Summer J-Camp runs June 5-August 25. We offer 1-Week or 4-Week options that include groovy water activities, exciting programs, and favorite field trip spots for youth in grades K-10.

Country Home Learning Center 8 locations in San Antonio 210-687-1002 www.countryhomelearningcenter.com Join us for an INCREDIBLE Summer Camp Experience! *Kinder – 13 years *Child Approved Special Events *Fun-filled days with activities every child enjoys *Kids’ Choice Special Interest Clubs *Exciting Weekly Field Trips.

Fit & FUN Summer Camp Discovery World Learning Center discoveryworldsa.com/camps Northwest (210) 691-0064 Northeast (210) 655-6941 Downtown (210) 225-7464 Treat your kids to a summer playing sports, exploring local attractions, and learning through play! Day Camp offered all summer for children 6-12 years, 6:30am-6:30pm Monday-Friday, with 3 healthy meals every day. Field Trips • Continued Education • Arts & Crafts • Puzzles • Active Play. Early Registration Special Ends May 1st!’’

The DoSeum Summer Camps The DoSeum 2800 Broadway St 210-212-4453 thedoseum.org/camps Keep learning and fun going all summer long with The DoSeum’s summer camps! Your child can engage in large-scale collaborative art pieces, challenging hands-

on STEM investigations, and more—all taking place in our indoor and outdoor exhibit space. Whether your child is a future painter, engineer, or a combination of the two, The DoSeum offers a wide variety of programs for kids ages 3-11. Registration begins March 1st, 2016.

FEAST SUMMER CAMPS 25 Burwood Lane, SA TX 78244 210-342-4674 www.homeschoolfeast.com An opportunity for your child to make their summer a good kind of wild! Perform a Dissection, Learn about Creation, Feel the Music, be a Fitness Sensation! So many lessons to learn. Filled with fun at every turn. Choose any camp and you will see FEAST is where they’ll want to be! July 10 – 28.

NEISD Kids Camps Various NEISD Schools SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217 210-407-0149 ALLOW YOUR KIDS TO HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER! http://www.neisd.net/ComEd/ Commed/KidsCamps.htm NEISD Kids’ Camps offers a summer of fun in the sun, excitement and lots of adventures including weekly field trips. A wide range of activities throughout the 10 weeks of summer will encourage all campers to pursue new interests, cultivate friendships and develop new skills and strengths. There will be sports, art, cooking,

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CAMP & SUMMER ACTIVITIES photography, science, math, community service and reading activities as well as robotics for all to enjoy. Who can attend: Campers in grades K-8th. Time: 7:30am 6:30pm. Cost: $160 per/week per/camper (Discounts Available) For more information: 210-407-0149 or 210-407-0161

SA Youth San Antonio 210-223-3131 www.sanantonioyouth.org For 32 years, SA Youth has been helping kids reach their full potential by offering outof-school time academic and enrichment services. This year we are venturing into the new and exciting world of Summer Camps! Call us to learn more about our upcoming camps focused on academics, arts, sports or technology!

Summer At The Academy San Antonio Academy 117 E. French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-5876 www.sa-academy.org Star Wars, Medieval Battles, Harry Potter, Heroscape Coed for 8 and up. June 5– July 28 A collection of classes that captures the sweep of courtly days, as well as the fun warrior games and space battles. Etiquette, Cooking, Ice Cream Shoppe, Edible Garden Coed for ages 4 and up. June 5– July 28 These classes focus on skills and activities that center on displaying knowledge of proper etiquette, and creating culinary delights … great recipes and treats go home! Cards, Chess, Pokemon, Board & Table Games Coed for ages 6 and up. June 5– July 28 Become a champion of board and tables games by taking any, or all, of these classes. Entertain family & friends with “secret” card tricks and “thoughtful” moves. You’ll be the center of attention after these classes!

Summer Fun San Antonio College San Antonio 78212 210-486-0934 http://tinyurl.com/ SACoutreachsummercamps Join us for Summer Fun here at San Antonio

College with art, sports, academics & cooking! We have five camps available ranging from first to eighth grade beginning in June. Our camps are designed with age appropriate activities with a different theme for each week.

Summer at St. Luke’s St. Luke’s Episcopal School 15 St. Luke’s San Antonio 78209 210-826-0664 www.sles-sa.org Courses such as reading and writing workshop, LEGOs, volleyball and fencing will exercise students’ minds and bodies, taking advantage of St. Luke’s campus and facilities in a more relaxed summer setting. Morning and afternoon sessions are offered for children ages 4-12 as well as early care beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Trinity Summer Camp 2017 5401 N. Loop 1604 East San Antonio 78247 210-653-2800 Trinitychristianacademy-sa.com Fun For All! June 5th – August 3rd – 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages 5 – 13 (entering 1st grade – 7th grade) Field Trips Include: Morgan’s Wonderland, ZDT’s, Splashtown, Young Chef’s Academy, Zumba, Minute to Win It, Painting with a Twist, and more. Exciting age-appropriate activities. Safe, Friendly, Hill Country campus. Bible curriculum taught daily.

YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp Multiple Locations 210-924-2277 www.summeratthey.com Prevent summer learning loss with creative, fun group games, field trips and more! Y campers get a healthy mix of physical activity, educational opportunities and a chance to learn new skills. At the Y, kids develop friendships and memories to last a lifetime

Science/Engineering/ Electronics/Computer

Camp Invention Multiple San Antonio locations 800-968-4332 Campinvention.org

Imaginations get their rocket fuel at Camp Invention! Local educators lead a week of hands-on activities that fuel children’s 21st century skills. Visit campinvention. org or call 800.968.4332. Use promo code INNOVATE25 by 3/20 to save $25 on registration.This summer’s all-new curriculum allows children in kindergarten through 6th grade to transform a distant exoplanet, blast rockets, wire circuits, and take risks as future entrepreneurs.

Mad Science of San Antonio Multiple Locations San Antonio 210-651-1143 sanantonio.madscience.org Mad Science camps are designed with exciting, fun and hands-on science activities. Children will design, create, build and assemble a variety of interesting projects. 9 different camp themes are available including robots, rockets, spy academy, camp eureka, grossology and more! Mad Science has camp locations all over town. Register now: Pay Later!

Scobee Education Center 2017 Summer Camps 1819 N Main Ave San Antonio 78212 210-486-0100 An epic adventure awaits your child at the Scobee Education Center’s summer camps. Children will engage in hands-on STEM activities, journey to the International Space Station, learn about life as astronauts in space, investigate NASA’s missions, problem solve with LEGO Robotics, and travel to worlds unknown in the Scobee Planetarium!

Snapology Tohui Language Academy 13453 Blanco Rd Music Masters Studio 15714 Huebner Rd NEISD Hidden Oaks Vineyard Ranch NISD Northside Learning Center Franklin Elementary 210-718-0606 www.sanantonio.snapology.com

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Summer At The Academy San Antonio Academy 117 E. French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-5876 www.sa-academy.org Inventions, Rockets, Robotics, Chemistry & Physics, Forensics, Space, Rube Goldberg, Meteorites, Dissection Coed for ages 4 and up. June 5– July 28 These classes explore a wide variety of science fields. During each camp there will be experiments, observations, videos and other learning tools introduced. Experience learning in a fun environment while improving your academic performance. Game & Basic Programing, Minecraft, Robots COED for ages 7 and up. June 5– July 28 These classes explore a wide variety of technological skills and games. From Google SketchUp to Scratch to Minecraft to Robots to EV3 to drones to Minecraft You Tubers. Learn to be proficient in using your computer & building robots, while having fun. Legos, Rockets, Robotics, Drones, Manipulatives, Architecture, Minecraft Coed for ages 4 and up. June 5– July 28 Come explore your “building” imagination!

Stem Camps St. Mary’s University 1 Camino Santa Maria San Antonio 78228 www.stmarytx.edu/outreach/ stem St. Mary’s University offers 1 – 2 week STEM day camps, for middle to high school students, instructed by professors. The camps cover topics such as computer science/coding, environmental science, physics, robotics, and mathematics. Most deadlines for registration are June 1, 2017 with tuition ranging from free to $350. For more information go to our website and scroll to Summer Camps.

Sylvan Summer Camps San Antonio, TX 1-800-educate www.sylvanlearning.com The Sylvan Learning Centers of San Antonio and Schertz are taking enrollments now

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Sports

Jump Rope Express 269-0725 Coach7755@aol.com www.ezteamz.com Jump Rope Express is a Jump Rope Program impacting young people through fitness and fun while developing selfconfidence, sportsmanship, and character and promoting comradery. Each child works at their own pace, with focus on the “fun” factor to achieve success. This program will inspire many young people to embark on a lifetime of fitness and develop friendships that last a lifetime.

Martin Swim School LLC 210-240-7974 www.MartinSwimSchool.com mswimschool@gmail.com Come learn to swim over the summer in our heated pool. Ages 18 months to 10 years old. Register now! Space is limited! Three students per class. Register now. Instuctor is Marguerite Martin-Boseman.

Rise Basketball Spring Break Camp St. Pius X Catholic School 7734 Robin Rest San Antonio 78209 210-600-5777 www.risebasketball.org RISE Spring Break Camps are recreational day camps designed to focus on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and rebounding. By rotating positon during

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the drills and scrimmages players will have a chance to play all positions and learn as much as possible about the game. Come and join the fun.

Studio Martial Arts Summer Camp 21750 Hardy Oaks Blvd. Suite 101 San Antonio, TX 78240 210-482-9833 www.safreemartialarts.com A fun summer camp of developing character, skills and focus. Fun for the kids and for the whole family.

TopGolf Kids Academy 5539 North Loop 1604 West San Antonio 78249 210-202-2694 TopGolf.com/Kidzone The Topgolf Kids Academy will teach all of the components that make up the great game of golf, from chipping, putting and full swing to the rules and etiquette. Our upcoming camps will take place during Spring Break, March 13-16, and Summer Break from June 25-August 25.

Victory Martial Arts Camps Stone Oak, Shavano Park, Leon Springs, Bandera/1604 San Antonio 78258 210-479-6220 Victoryma.com Come improve your martial arts skills, life skills, athletic games, and much more . What could be better than spending time strengthening the mind and body? We not only teach families how to protect and defend themselves, we also teach them better discipline, strengthened self esteem and confidence, plus leadership skills.

Sports Combos

Green Tree Tennis Club 4721 Callaghan Rd. San Antonio, TX 78228 681-5261 www.greentreetennis.com All Day Sports & Tennis Camp Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. for juniors ages 6–16 yrs. old who love all sports. This camp is instructional and features the club’s popular tennis camp and “Swim America” swim lessons. Other sports include volleyball, basketball, soccer plus movie time, open swim, games and much more! Eleven weekly sessions running June 5 – August 18. Save $$ with package discount and early bird pricing. Half Day Tennis Camp Monday – Friday from 10 am – 2 pm for juniors ages 6-18 yrs. Great club atmosphere to learn how to play tennis Basic tennis fundamentals and skills along with stroke production are taught. The camp includes 20 hours of tennis plus pool time! Eleven sessions running from June 5 through Aug. 18. Save $$ with package discount and early bird pricing. Swim America Swim Lessons Monday-Friday with morning & evening times for children ages 3 yrs. and older. We teach America to swim for fun and fitness. Weekly sessions with morning and evening

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Summer At The Academy San Antonio Academy 117 E. French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-5876 www.sa-academy.org Sports Camps, Zumba Coed for ages 5 and up. June 5– July 28 If you are a sports and exercise fanatic (or just love fun and games), come join us for classes in karate, soccer, football, basketball, bowling, dodgeball, Ultimate Frisbee, Zumba, badmitton & fencing.

Themed Camps

Aerial Athletics Summer Adventures 4335 Vance Jackson, San Antonio 210-375-7800 17361 Bell North Dr., Shertz 210-872-5913 www.aerialathletics.com Looking for a place for your kids to flip their way through summer? Aerial Athletics offers 10 one-week themed adventure sessions at both the Schertz and San Antonio locations. Kids will participate In gymnastics, Inflatable play, group games, water activities, arts and crafts, one field trip each week, and tons of open play time. Our adventures counselors will ensure each child has the summer experience of a lifetime. Full and half day options available. Extended care available.

Holy Name Catholic School Summer Camp 3814 Nash Blvd. San Antonio 78223 210-333-7356 www.hncstx.org Join us for a hands-on, activity based summer camp on the South East side of San Antonio. Weekly themes and field trips. Parents may place their child in small group tutoring for math and language arts. Camp fee includes t-shirt, breakfast, snacks, field trips, activities and Friday pizza day.

Love to Swim and Tumble School 15502 Huebner Rd. Ste 111 210.492.2606 6044 FM 3009, Schertz 210.566.4096

20210 Stone Oak Parkway 210.702.3444 Let’s make this a NO BUMMER SUMMER! We will have awesome weekly active camps with a different theme each week. This non-stop blast of fun and learning will include Arts andCrafts, Swimming, Reading Time, Camp Songs and Games, Dress Up, Imagination and much more! Camp will be June 5 - August 18.

SafeSplash Swim Camp 1339 N Loop 1604 W San Antonio 78258 www.safesplash.com SafeSplash Swim School offers four 2 week long camps for $95.00 over the summer. The 2 week camps consist of 6 days (3 days a week of 30 minute classes each day. The summer camps are offered at our two locations which are 1339 N Loop 1604 and 5803 Babcock Rd. We also offer year around swim lessons in our heated indoor pools. All our lessons are offered for 6 months through adults.

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Boys’ Camps

Camp Mondamin for Boys P.O. Box 8, Tuxedo, NC 28784 800-688-5789 mondamin@mondamin.com www.mondamin.com Ages 7 - 12 • Aug. 5 - Aug. 18 $3000 - August Camp is a two week session designed to introduce campers to the program at Mondamin. The time allows for great friendships and experiences such as independence and working toward goals. We will touch on all of our activities and take many overnight trips. The short period is an excellent choice for those wanting a taste of camp fun.

Camp Rio Vista for Boys 175 Rio Vista Road, Ingram, TX, 78025 830-367-5353 www.vistacamps.com Ages 6-16 June 7 – July 30 $1,550- $2,650 A Texas Summer tradition since 1921. Beautiful facilities, fun-filled program, exciting activities and dedicated staff provide a memorable learning environment for your son. We emphasize fun, confidence and success!

Camp Stewart for Boys 612 FM 1340 Hunt, TX 78024 830-238-4670 www.campstewart.com Ages 6-16 • June 5 - Aug. 5 $2,800 - $4925 Camp Stewart for Boys is a privately owned, Christian-oriented, non-denominational camp for boys ages six to sixteen. We are located in the heart of the famed Texas Hill Country, near headwaters of the Guadalupe River.

Texas Catholic Boys Camp – Camp Tecaboca Mountain Home, TX 5045 Junction Hwy, Ingram, TX 78025 830-866-3425 office@tecaboca.com www.tecaboca.com A boys camp offering horseback riding, archery, canoeing, swimming, and bead craft, with morning prayer and evening campfire stories.

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SAN ANTONIO ACADEMY CAMPUS (Located in historic Monte Vista) Summer Enrichment Office - 210-736-5876 www.sa-academy.org

New Class Titles for Summer 2017 Minecraft - Legos Drawing & Painting Comic Con - Science Harry Potter – Star Wars Survival – Robotics Soccer – Frisbee – Math Music – Be The Boss Pokemon – Dinosaurs

Rockets - Drones Etiquette – Football Out On The Town Chess – Programming Cooking - Card Tricks Bugs – Fishing - Sharks Phonics – Cartooning Reading - Dodgeball

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CAMP & SUMMER ACTIVITIES Girls’ Camps

304 Upper Turtle Creek Road, Kerrville, TX 78028 830-895-5731 www.kickapookamp.com

Camp Honey Creek 401 Honey Creek W. 830-238-4630 chc@camphoneycreek.com www.camphoneycreek.com Girls develop a positive attitude and grow in a caring, safe and wholesome atmosphere.

Kickapoo’s enrollment of 100 girls ages 7 to 17 enables counselors to give individual attention to campers and stress traditional values.

Rocky River Ranch P.O. Box 109 • Wimberley, Texas 78676 512-847-2513 www.rockyriverranch.com

Camp La Jita Utopia, TX (on the Sabinal River) 210-349-2404 or 800-580-7247 www.girlscouts-swtx.org Ages 7-18 Sports, horseback riding, canoeing, dance, crafts, backpacking, swimming, archery, photography, etc. Non-Girl Scouts welcome. Please visit our website for more information.

Camp Sierra Vista for Girls 175 Rio Vista Road, Ingram, TX, 78025 830-367-5353 sierravista.dir@gmail.com www.vistacamps.com

Ages 7-14 • June 5 – Aug 5 • 1-Week $975 | 10-Day $1550 | 2-Week $1950 Located in the heart of the beautiful Texas hill country in Wimberley, Rocky River Ranch has been operating as a private summer camp for girls since 1953. We are a residential summer camp offering three different session lengths and a wide variety of activities.

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Small, private, traditional camp in the Texas Hill Country. A summer tradition of fun, friends, exciting activities, lifelong memories and life-changing experiences.

Heart of the Hills Camp for Girls 2430 Hwy. 39, Hunt, TX 78024 830-238-4650 info@hohcamp.com www.hohcamp.com Ages: 6-16 • June 5 – Aug. 5 $2,800- $4,925 Liberating all-girls atmosphere, Guadalupe River, air-conditioned. Family style dining. Worldwide enrollment, personable! Fun, instruction-oriented, doing the right thing; more than 40 activities. Family owned, operated.

iD Tech Camps 1888-709-8324 www.iDTech.com Camps are held at Trinity, St. Edward’s, Rice, University of Houston, and more. Inspired by hip, tech-savvy instructors, ages 7-17 code apps, design video games, mod with Minecraft, engineer robots, build websites, produce movies, and meet friends with similar interests. Also in Texas: Alexa Café (all-girls, ages 10-15) and 2-week, pre-college Teen Academies for ages 13-18.

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Camp Balcones Springs 104 Balcones Springs Drive, Marble Falls, TX 78654 830-693-CAMP info@campbalconessprings.com www.campiscool.com A premier Christian sports and outdoor camp dedicated to building quality relationships through spiritual impact and fun. Features air-conditioned cabins with a 4:1 counselor to camper ration.

Camp Cho-Yeh and Conference Center 2200 S. Washington, Livingston, TX 77351 936-328-3200 www.cho-yeh.org Camp Cho-Yeh is a co-ed Christian summer camp just north of Houston, Texas serving campers age 6-16. At Camp Cho-Yeh, we firmly believe that a week of summer camp can be one of the most powerful and lifechanging experiences in a young person’s life. Our vision is to build relationships and impact lives in a Christ-centered environment. Established in 1947, ACA accredited.

Camp Lone Star 2016 Camp Lone Star Road, La Grange, TX 78945 877-452-0099 info@lomt.com; www.lomt.com Week and weekend sessions Camp Lone

Star, along the Colorado River, offers a safe, Christian community committed to individual attention and uplifting, fun events for youth and families.

Camp Olympia 723 Olympia Drive, Trinity, TX 75862 800-735-6190 www.campolympia.com Established in 1968, Camp Olympia is an overnight summer camp for boys and girls, ages 7-16. Located on Lake Livingston in Trinity, Texas, the camp offers individualized scheduling of over 40 activities, ranging from waterskiing to golf to horseback riding, so campers get to choose the activities that interest them. Children learn responsibility and cooperation at camp while gaining independence and self-esteem.

Deer Creek Camp Medina, Texas 78055 830-589-7123 www.deercreekcamp.com Deer Creek Camp is located in Medina, Texas. We are a Christian Adventure Camp where we capture both the stunning outdoors and a Christ-centered community. From swimming in the Medina River to riding down the longest tandem zip line in Texas. Come see for yourself why Deer Creek Camp is The Place to Be.

His Hill Ranch Camp Overnight & Day Camp PO BOX 9, Comfort, TX 78103 830-995-3388 camp@hishill.org www.hishill.org Overnight Camp $530 • Day Camp $250 His Hill Ranch Camp is a Christian, nondenominational overnight & day camp offering 1 week sessions through the summer. His Hill is a wonderful place for young people to be taught about Jesus Christ from God’s Word while having fun in the outdoor life of the Hill Country. Dates are: June 19 - August 12, 2016.

iD Tech Camps Trinity University 1888-709-8324 www.iDTech.com This summer, encourage the awesome in your child! At iD Tech Camps summer programs, students ages 7-17 can learn to code, design video games, mod Minecraft, model 3D characters, engineer robots, create websites, print 3D models, and much more! Your child

will meet new friends, learn awesome STEM skills, and build a foundation of knowledge that will make a positive impact in school, college, and future careers. Join us as we inspire the makers of tomorrow.

Mo-Ranch Summer Camp 2229 FM 1340, Hunt, TX 78024 800-460-4401 ext. 250 or 253org www.summercamp.MoRanch.org Ages 8 – 15 • June 5 – July 23 $695 for one week sessions and $1,400 for two week sessions. We are a co-ed, residential camp located within one of the Hill Country’s most beautiful conference centers; the Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly. Located along the Guadalupe River, Mo-Ranch sits on almost 500 acres of gorgeous Hill Country property. We offer a wide range of traditional camp activities including archery, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and rock climbing.

New Mexico Military Institute Camp www.nmmi.edu

NMMI Junior Leadership Camp provides students the opportunity to participate in an overnight weekly camp that engages them academically, socially and physically. JLC emphasizes character building, leadership skills, and introduction to the NMMI cadet life. Camp dates are from June 11-17th, 2017 and June 18-24, 2017.

Newk’s Adventure Camp 830-625-9105 325 Mission Valley RD New Braunfels, TX texasadventurecamp.net Action packed exciting week of fun and adventurous challenges. High Ropes Course, Zip Line, Paint Ball,, Tubing, Rafting, Schlitterbahn, Campout to Enchanted Rock, Rock Climbing, Swimming, Archery, Orienteering, and much more!

ROCK CAMP Amealco Los Cues km. 7.5 Huimilpan QUERETARO, MEXICO 76970 210-360-0107 www.rockcamp.mx The first camp in Mexico that combines the practice of an instrument (drums, guitar, bass, vocals) four hours a day, with traditional camp activities (zip line, climbing wall, archery, campfires, games, etc.) regardless of the musical abilities of the kids. All our counselors and music teachers are bilingual.

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Located in East Texas, Sky Ranch is a GREAT Christian camp offering activities such as Blob, Waterslides, Zip-lines, Jet-skis, paintball and so much more.

T Bar M Camps New Braunfels on Lake Travis 830-620-4263 www.tbarmcamps.org Camp is one of the most lasting, rewarding experiences parents can give their children. It builds self-esteem, gives kids a sense of independence and allows them to take a breather from the day-to-day. Over 10,000 people experience T Bar M Christ-centered Adventure every year. Come see what It’s all about.

Hill Country STEM Natural Resource Adventure Texas Tech University’s Llano River Field Station Junction 76849 806-834-0272 http://www.depts.ttu.edu/junction/ outdoorschool/index.php TTU-Junction Outdoor School invites middle school students to a free week of STEM adventures – there are two to choose from! Hill Country STEM Natural Resource Adventures will be held July 10-

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A Dozen Fascinating Facts about Motherhood By Pam Molnar

Mothers, those tireless beacons of love and support, were given the 2nd Sunday in May as a special day of recognition by Congress in 1914. Since then, we have celebrated mothers for their strength, persistence and unconditional love. This year, it falls on May 14th. Families have different needs, challenges and circumstances and without a guidebook, a mother has to adapt as her family grows. Mothers are fascinating creatures. Each and every one sculpts the world in the way she raises her children. Did you know? 1. There are 85 million mothers in the world. According to a U.S. Census report, over 43 million mothers live in the United States alone. The latest numbers show that 3.9 million women between the ages of 15 and 50 gave birth in 2015. 2. The average age of a first-time mom in 2014 was 26.3. That is up from 24.9 just 15 years ago. The trend of older first time mothers is expected to climb due to a decline in teen pregnancies, which have fallen from 23% in 1999 to 13% in 2014. Experts believe that sex education and teen use of birth control are driving the decline. 28

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3. The great debate in recent years has been about whether a mother should stay at home to raise her children or continue to work while her children are with another caregiver during the day. According to Pew Research analysis, 29% of mothers stay home with their children, a number that is rooted in demographic, economic and societal factors. Since 1967 the number of stay-at-home mothers has steadily decreased from 49% to its low of 23% in 1999. 4. The majority of mothers, roughly 70%, work part or full time outside of the home. And while that number has increased by 20% over the past 50 years, women’s contribution to their household income has only increased by 11%. The average daycare cost for a baby is $3,582 to $18,773 per year according to the National Association for Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies. Those costs have gone up a drastic 70% since 1985. 5. Single mothers make up 9.9 million women living with at least one child under 18 in the U.S. That number is up 2.2 million from a study done in 1985. FRIEND US @ facebook.com/OurKidsMagazine210

Single mothers are included in both the stay at home and working mother groups due to unemployment and cohabitating. 6. Of the 3.9 million moms giving birth in the U.S. in 2014, 135,336 gave birth to twins – a birth rate of 33.9 per 1000 live births. Triplets or higher multiples make up one in every 880 births, a decrease of 41% since its peak in 1998. 7. The cost of the hospital stay for delivering a baby, including pre-natal and post-natal care is $8,802 according to a March of Dimes study. A domestic adoption in the United States costs between $34,093 and $39,966. While infertility has many variables, the average price of an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle is $12,400. 8. No matter how a baby arrives, the costs don’t end there. According to CNN Money in January 2017, the average middle income family will spend $233,610 to raise a child born in 2015. This number does not include a college education or a child that has special needs. 9. According to Baby Center, the five most popular girl’s names in 2017 are Emma, Olivia, Isabella, Ava and

Sophia. For boys, the names are Liam, Noah, Mason, Ethan and Lucas. 10. Speaking of popularity, did you know that September is the most popular month to give birth? A study from 2014 shows September 12, 18, 25 and 26 as the most popular birthdates. Most newborns are born on a Tuesday, while Sundays have the least amount of births. 11. World Bank data from 2014 shows the global sex ratio is 107 boys born for every 100 girls. In the United States, the average birth weight is 7 ¼ lbs with a height of 19.5 inches long, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. 12. So how do we celebrate our moms on Mother’s Day? According to Statistic Brain, Americans spend $20.7 billion dollars on Mother’s Day - $1.9 billion of that is just for flowers. The average consumer spends $168.94 with homemade gifts topping the list followed by dinner, greeting cards, gift cards and flowers. Pam Molnar is a freelance writer and mother of three. Motherhood is the hardest and most rewarding job she has ever held.

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Compare

Don’t By Sarah Lyons

As a mother of six children, I have found myself comparing one child to another many times. Even though I know their physical, emotional, and intellectual development will progress at a rate that is unique to each child and each will have their own strengths and weaknesses, when you are in the middle of a two-yearold’s tantrum over a seemingly trivial problem, it is hard not to think “Your sister never did this.” Parents often battle the urge to compare one child to another. It is a natural reaction considering we use comparisons to make decisions involving nearly every other aspect of our lives. When dealing with two or more children we must do the exact opposite of this natural tendency. “This was hard for me when my son was younger. He had several developmental delays and I would struggle with comparing him to where his sister was at that age.” says Ashley Clark, a mother of two. “I knew it wasn’t healthy for any of us and I had to let it go.” Comparing siblings can have negative effects because it can create jealousy, sibling rivalry, feelings of selfdoubt, and have negative effects on the parent-child relationship as a whole. We know each child is unique, with their own gifts, struggles, and personality, which all affect how they grow, learn, and develop, but how do we 30

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learn to appreciate these differences rather than compare them?

Identify their strengths

When the urge to compare your children arises, identify the strengths of each child. One may have an excellent sense of coordination and therefore may excel in physical development and later, in sports. Another child may have no interest in sports but have a knack for listening to others and perceiving how they are feeling. Compassion and caretaking may come natural to a child with these strengths. Elizabeth DeArmond, mother of four, says “It helps to see how their differences help all of us as a whole. We balance each other out.” While taking notes on strengths, acknowledge areas where each child may struggle and allow more patience and instruction in this area without putting the child down for their weaknesses. We are all different and have strengths and struggles, we just need to learn to embrace them for ourselves and our children. As your child grows, learn to keep your expectations in line with their abilities and interests.

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child’s efforts and improvements. “I have to remind myself that the kids are all different and continue to train them accordingly. Eventually they will mature at their own pace and will ultimately grow into productive independent adults.” says Kelly Lawton, mother of five. Things come easily to some people, while others put in lots of hard work to gain the same result. Instead of noting the ease which one child can accomplish tasks, take note and celebrate the child who is putting in the most effort and congratulate them on any improvements made. “Once I embraced their differences,” says Clark “I could appreciate where they are as little people.”

learn to see the individuality in our children. “My twin girls are emotionally different which has led me to parent each one differently. The sensitive one needs gentle corrections while the other responds better to timeouts and words of affirmation.” says mom Jennifer Klindworth. “When we have the chance, we separate them and go on outings for one on one time. It is amazing how different they are when they are not competing for attention.” Loving and appreciating your children for their differences doesn’t mean you love one more than other. It means you have learned to love each one of them for their own unique qualities.

Celebrate individual milestones

Noticing Unique Qualities in Your Children

No one wants to hear the words “Why can’t you be more like your sister?” Comparisons feel like judgement to a child. While it goes against our natural instinct, we must

Sarah Lyons is a mom of six children, including 2 year old triplets. She enjoys cooking with the kids, reading, and spending time outside as a family.

As parents, we all desire to be “fair” to all of our children. I noticed as my children grew I became so focused on being fair that I was missing the celebration of the individual milestones that were important and meaningful to each child. Being fair is a great goal, but part of that is appreciating each child’s differences rather than comparing them as a group. For instance, when you notice your child has achieved a new accomplishment make sure to share it with the entire family at dinner. It lets them know you pay attention to their individual accomplishments

• Treat them as individuals • Seek out what makes them unique • Recognize their strengths and struggles • Choose activities they love • Foster separate friendships • Find out their love language from the book “The Five Love Languages of Children” by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell • Listen to what they say • Give them choices • Spend one-on-one time with each child

We can work together. The Children’s Shelter’s iParent SA® is here to help. Our program is built upon the strengths and assets of each family. We offer support services such as parent skill building, child development screening, in-home support for adult and teen parents, military and veteran families, and many more. For more information, contact us at 210.212.2576, iParentSA@chshel.org or visit childrensshelter.org. Together, we can make a difference.

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May 4-6 / The Children’s

International Puppet Festival: A special event of the Children’s Fine Arts Series, this is the only children’s international puppet festival in the US. Puppetry is a popular and ancient genre of performing arts and an art form known as long ago as the Medieval Ages. This year’s shows are A Wild Goose Chase, The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf and The Way Back Home. Performances are 35 minutes to one hour long. Seating is limited for all shows and tickets are required. For details on individual shows see our Theatre section. All weekday shows will be held at The Pearl Studio and other performance locations to be announced. Saturday’s presentations will include face painting, balloon artists, caricatures and snacks. 210-602-2470. http://childrensfineartseries. org/2017-childrens-international-puppet-festival/

At The Zoo! May 20 / America’s Armed Forces River Parade

America’s Armed Forces River Parade: A River Parade dedicated to the men and women of the Armed Forces. San Antonio is known as Military City, USA, and thus honors our Men and Women in the Armed Services, as well as those who have served in conflicts throughout recent history. 26 patriotically-decorated floats will travel down the River, themed according to their participants- all branches of service, veterans of recent conflicts, military support groups, etc. Emmy Award Winner Loretta Swit will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2017 Armed Forces River Parade. Swit is best known for her portrayal of Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan, on M*A*S*H which ran from 1972- 1983. View the parade for free from anywhere downtown on the River Walk so arrive early to pick a spot. Free. 6 to 7 p.m. San Antonio Riverwalk. 210-2274262. https://www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/

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Something big is coming to town this summer. From May 26 through September 3, the San Antonio Zoo plays host to larger-than-life insects. These huge replicas of bugs will be scattered throughout the entire zoo from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, inspiring guests to appreciate the roles these creatures play in a diverse animal world. For more information, go to http://sazoo.org/events/bug-mania/

Magik Theatre Collecting Donation Items for Maas Youth Alternatives

The Magik Theatre will be collecting donations of clothing and toiletry items throughout this month’s run of “The Emperor’s New Threads”. Items collected will be donated to Maas Youth Alternatives as part of a clothing drive for the 120 children and adults in their care. Members of the public are encouraged to bring clothing and/or toiletry donations to the theatre any time during the run of the show, which closes June 3. Items requested include: girls’ socks age 6-22; boys’ socks age 6-22; girls underwear age 6-22; boys underwear age 6-22; shampoo; conditioner; deodorant; toothpaste; toothbrushes; lotion; hair spray; barrettes, ponytail holders and other hair accessories; and any other youth clothing items. See this month’s Theatre Section for more information on “The Emporer’s New Threads”. To Advertise Call 305-4181

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SAMA Playdates: Toddlers can enjoy stories, gallery activities, hands-on art, movement and music during this event designed to cultivate, nurture and inspire creativity while developing an appreciation of art and world cultures. Participants should meet at the front desk. 10 to 11 a.m. Free with museum admission. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8183. https:// www.samuseum.org/calendar/event Astronomy in the Park: Join astronomers and other stargazers to observe the sky through large telescopes in an informational program with the San Antonio Astronomical Association. 7 to 10:30 p.m. every Wednesday, weather permitting. Free. Raymond Rimkus (Park Parking Lot), 6440 Evers Rd., Leon Valley. 210-7104786. http://sanantonioastronomy.org/ calendar/?yr=2016&month=9&dy=&cid= mc-044b5fab657239119577cc1f29e8652f Weed Wednesdays – Volunteer at PHP: Hardberger Park’s diversity of flora and fauna is being threatened by exotic invasive weeds and volunteers are needed to combat these weeds each Wednesday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. E-mail wendy. leonard@sanantonio.gov or call 210-2073292 for directions to week’s location. Phil Hardberger Park, 13203 Blanco Road (East Side). 210-207-3106. http://www.philhardbergerpark.org/ Little Explorers: Preschoolers and their caregivers can use their five senses for fun and adventure as they discover nature through stories, crafts, games, songs and outdoor exploration. The third Tuesday of each month will feature special guest Mother Nature for story time. $5 per family. 10 to 10:45 a.m. Cibolo Nature Center & Farm, 140 City Park Road, Boerne. 830249-4616. http://www.cibolo.org/

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Cornyval: Live music, fun and games, food, arts and crafts and other entertainment is provided for your enjoyment throughout the four days of the festival. The HFA Rodeo Committee will celebrate its 29th year anniversary with three PRCA rodeo performances, Thursday through Saturday. Alamo Attractions will present a full carnival midway including thrilling rides, a super ferris wheel, games, and amusements. $5-$10/Children under 12 free. $20 armbands, good for hours of unlimited rides, will be available for Facebook.com/OurKidsMagazineSA/

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Thursday and Sunday. Sunday is also free grounds admission. Special prices will be available on Friday and Saturday. Rodeo admission is $10. 12210 Leslie Rd, Helotes. 210-695-2103. http://cornyval.org/

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Total Archery Challenge: Attendees can shoot one of four courses with over 100 targets throughout. Children will also have the opportunity to shoot targets with their parents on the intermediate courses. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Raffles and Novelty Shot prizes. $25-$80. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd. 830-438-7400. http://totalarcherychallenge.com/san-antonio/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: Miss Anastasia combines story time and a delightful craft each Friday. Free. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Twig Book Shop in the Can Plant Building, 306 Pearl Parkway Ste. 106. 210-826-6411. http://www.thetwig.com/ miss-anastasia Cornyval: see May 4

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8th Annual Paseo Por El Westside: Celebrate the Westside of San Antonio’s history, culture and people at this event for National Historic Preservation Month. This event is intergenerational at the core with activities for all ages. The event will include tours through the Westside, workshops, films, food and live music. There will be workshops about Cascaron making, Loteria, pan dulce, traditional plants, a Mexican children’s song workshop by Grupo Tayer from Matamoros, Mexico. There will also be other activities for children. Free. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rinconcito de Esperanza, 816 S. Colorado. 210228-1980. https://www.facebook.com/ events/1114056548704313/ Ballet Folklorico Festival: Finalize your Cinco de Mayo celebration with a show produced by the San Antonio Ballet Folklorico Company. $6. 6 to 9:30 p.m. La Villita Historic Arts Village, 418 Villita St. 210-932-0132. http://events.getcreativesanantonio.com/event/detail/442007552/ Ballet_Folklorico_Festival Mini-Mini Con 2017: This family-friendly event will feature gaming, vendors, Cosplay, panels, and more. Four confirmed

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Woodlawn Theatre presents Sister Act May 5 through 7. Photo by Siggi Ragnar. guests, voice actor Austin Tindle and music from Victim Cache, MC Ohm-1 and Xircon/Zircon, will be on hand for the event. Free. 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Rd. 210882-7319. http://miniminicon.com/ Starting Out Wild Nature Play Day: Just for the little ones. Bring your toddlers, 1 to 4 years old, for an active morning together in the park. Enjoy hands-on nature play activities, crafts, movement, songs and readings of nature books, all based on the popular Starting Out Wild curriculum. You know what your child likes best, so please bring your own snacks and drinks. Free; donations accepted. 10 a.m. to noon. Phil Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Hwy (West Side). 210-4927472. http://www.philhardbergerpark. org/ CNC - Family Hiking: Explore the trails of the Cibolo Nature Center & Farm with a guided walk through one of our four ecosystems (Marsh, Prairie, Creek, Woodlands). The walks are suitable for all ages and will include stops to explore and learn about the plants and animals that live here. $5 per family. No registration necessary. 2 to 3 p.m. Meet at CNC Visitor Center, 140 City Park Road, Boerne. 830-249-7230. https://ciboloorg.presencehost.net/ experience/events/calendar.html/

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event/2017/05/06/1494100800/ cnc-family-hiking/148991 Pancake/Sausage Breakfast: Stop by the Universal City Fire Station to enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee with proceeds benefitting the Firefighters Burnout Fund that assists local residents whose homes are destroyed by fire. Be a hero and donate blood at the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center bus while you wait. $5 Dine In or Carry Out. (Kids 11 and under eat free). 7 to 11 a.m. Universal City Fire Station, 2160 Universal City Blvd. http:// www.universalcitytexas.com/857/ Fire-Station-Pancake-Breakfast Swan Lake by Children’s Ballet: Come see this children’s-only dance company perform Swan Lake, an enchanting and dazzling production that promises to entertain all ages. This performance features award-winning local and national/international dancers, as well as amazing scenery and props. Nine cast members of Swan Lake are recent semifinalists and award winners at the Youth American Grand Prix (YAGP) a premier competition that serves to identify the most promising young dance talent around the world. Presented by Children’s Ballet of San Antonio. $15-$20. Times vary by date. Scottish Rite Theatre, 308 Ave E. 210-540-8398. http:// events.getcreativesanantonio.com/ event/detail/442010410/Swan_Lake

Art in the Park Festival: Mini art classes and lively dance and music demonstrations offer creative handson fun at the family-friendly Art in the Park festival. Kids and families can discover their inner artist at make-and-take arts and crafts tables under the guidance of professional artists at the annual event. They can participate in music, dance, visual art and theater exercises while enjoying live entertainment scheduled throughout the day. Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cibolo Nature Center & Farm, 140 City Park Road, Boerne. 830-249-4616. https://ciboloorg. presencehost.net/experience/events/ calendar.html/event/2017/05/06/ cnc-art-in-the-park/153325 Cornyval Parade of Helotes: Annual parade held in conjunction with Cornyval in Helotes. It is recommended that you bring your own chairs, blankets, and umbrella. Free. 9:30 a.m. Bandera and Old Bandera Rds. http://www.helotes-tx.gov/events/ cornyval-parade/ Magicians Agency Returns: Witness award winning magic, mind blowing Illusions, hilarious comedy, audience participation, daring escapes and baffling sleight of hand. The Magicians Agency is a secret organization founded and operated by Magicians who use their unique skills and abilities to take on dangerous missions and make the world a safer place. Produced and To Advertise Call 305-4181

created by Scott Pepper, The Magicians Agency is entertainment for the whole family. $24.99-$34.99 (Each ticket includes an Entree, side and beverage from Franks Signature menu). 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. Dates and times for future shows available online. Frank, 1150 S. Alamo St. www.magiciansagency. com Wildflower Walk: Spring hiking is the best time of the year to enjoy the lush vibrancy of Texas wildflowers. Take a walk with botanist Bill Carr of Acme Botanical, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the park while learning about wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country. RSVP required. Suggested donation: $3 per person, $6 per family. To RSVP, call 210-207-3782 or email nicole.mcleod@ sanantonio.gov. 10 a.m. to noon. Friedrich Wilderness Park, 21395 Milsa Drive. 210207-3782. http://fosana.org/ calendar/ First Saturday at the Alamo: Enjoy First Saturday, an interactive living history event, designed to give visitors a glimpse of life in early Texas. Includes live demonstrations, living history and history talks. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Alamo. 210-225-1391 ext. 143. http://www.thealamo. org/ “Kids Fun Day” with Trains: The New Braunfels Train Museum is a place for fun for kids of all ages. “Kids Fun Day” is the first and third Saturday of every month. Kids of all ages “run the train” and become a “junior engineer.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. New Braunfels Railroad Museum. 830-627-2447. http://newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org/public_html/ MarketPlace at Old Town Helotes: Music, food and a good time for all as local craftsmen offer treasures from across South Texas. Jewelry, arts and crafts, fresh produce and one-ofa-kind pieces are on display. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 14391 Riggs Rd., Helotes. 210-695-5964. http://www. Facebook.com/OurKidsMagazineSA/

helotesmarketplace.com/ SAMA Tours for the Visually Impaired: Docent-led tours for the blind and visually impaired include descriptive language, touch, sound and smell to enhance the visitor’s experience with art. Guide dogs, sighted companions and others are welcome on the tours, as are wheelchairs and other walking aids. Free. 10 to 11 a.m. Call for reservations. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8183. https:// www.samuseum.org/

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Family Reading Series Stories & Dreamings: An enchanted afternoon of Australian Aboriginal stories and didgeridoo music for families. Readings by Diane Gonzales Bertrand and Jim LaVilla-Havelin. Didgeridoo performance by Steve Daniel. Free with museum admission. Children 12 and under are always free. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-824-5368. https://www. samuseum.org/calendar/ event-detail?eid=8149 Cinco de Mayo: Traders Village will join in the celebration of Cinco de Mayo along with Telemundo as they present an afternoon of live music and dancing, food and family fun. Parking $4 per car. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trader’s Village, 9333 Southwest Loop 410. 210623-8383. http://tradersvillage.com/san-antonio/events/ cinco-de-mayo/ First Sundays for Families Dreaming Art: Share the first Sunday of each month with the kids and explore a special multi-sensory family day that encourages integration of the senses into gallery exploration and art-making. Experience the museum and the creative process from a new point of view. Free with museum admission/ Children 12 & under free. 11

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FREE THINGS TO DO IN SA Briscoe Western Art Museum

Free Story Time Stampede on the second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m. Explores the American West through story and art. 210 W. Market St. 210299-4118. www.briscoemuseum.org

Institute of Texan Cultures ITC offers complimentary admission on the Second Sunday of every month. 210-458-2300. www. texancultures.com

McNay Art Museum

Free admission the first Sunday of each month from noon to 5 p.m. and every Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. 210-805-1768. www.mcnayart.org

New Braunfels Railroad Museum

Free Admission every first and third Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids of all ages run the train and become a junior engineer. 302 West San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830-627-2447. newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org

San Antonio Museum of Art Free admission every Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon and every Tuesday from 4 to 9 p.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8100. www.samuseum.org

The Alamo

Free interactive living history event from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Includes live demonstrations, living history and history talks. 300 Alamo Plaza. 210225-1391. www.thealamo.org.

The Witte Museum

Free admission from 3 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. 3801 Broadway. 210-3571900. www.wittemuseum.org

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Cibolo Nature Center hosts their annual Art in the Park Festival on May 6 in Boerne.

a.m. to 3 p.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-9788100. https://www.samuseum.org/ calendar/event-detail?eid=7607

advance. $4 per person. 10 a.m. AMC Rivercenter 9, 849 E. Commerce St. www.autism-society.org/get-involved/ events/sensory-friendly-films

Cornyval: see May 4

Art Fit at SAMA: Runners of all levels can come to the museum on the second Tuesday of each month for a leisurely run or walk and a tour of the museum. Enjoy a 5-10 minute talk on fitness, a yoga stretch and a run or walk with professional coaches and runners from Run Wild Sports. Free and runners also get free admission to the museum. 6 to 7 p.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8100. https://www. samuseum.org/calendar/events-calendar

Total Archery Challenge: see May 5 Ballet Folklorico Festival: see May 6 Swan Lake by Children’s Ballet: see May 6

8 Monday

Little Sprout Mondays – Seed Need: Program for ages 3-4 includes storytelling, kids’ crafts and hands-on explorations at the child’s pace. Early registration encouraged. $12 fee includes one adult and one child. A parent or guardian must stay with the child. 10 to 11:30 a.m. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-536-1412. http://www.sabot. org/education/childrens-education/ little-sprouts/

9 Tuesday

Sensory-Friendly Films: This month’s movie is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Partnering with the Autism Society, AMC Theaters brings Sensory- Friendly Films to families affected by autism in the San Antonio area. The program provides a special opportunity for families to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment. The auditoriums dedicated to the program have their lights up, the sound turned down and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing. Dates and films are subject to change so be sure to verify in

10 Wednesday

SAMA Playdates: see May 3 Astronomy in the Park: see May 3 Weed Wednesdays – Volunteer at PHP: see May 3 Little Explorers: see May 3

11 Thursday

Art Crawl: Moms, dads and caregivers can put their babies in slings and take a walk through the museum galleries for a guided tour. Talks are geared toward adults while the art selections are chosen to engage the adults and infants 0-18 months. Free with museum admission. 10 to 10:45 a.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8100. https://www.samuseum.org/calendar/ event-detail?eid=7604

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outdoor performance on the River Walk featuring the songs and dances of Mexico, Spain, Argentina and Texas. Since 1957, the show has been seen by more than one million visitors from around the world and raised more than $2.75 million for local children’s charities. Tickets are $20 for adults/$15 for seniors/$8 for children ages 6-14. 8:30 p.m. Arneson River Theatre at La Villita. 210- 226-4651. http://fiestanochesa.com/ Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: see May 5

13 Saturday

Girls RockIt Science Fest 2017: The 11th Annual Girls Inc. RockIt Into The Future Science Festival is a family-friendly event featuring hands-on science activities and workshops to encourage girls ages 6 to 18 to participate in STEM by exploring, asking questions and solving problems at festival activity booths. Presented by Rackspace and Tesoro Corporation. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Heroes Stadium, 4799 Thousand Oaks. 210-2122510. http://www.girlsincsa.com Fit Family Challenge D4 Heroes 5K: The 6th Annual San Antonio Sports Fit Family Challenge kicks off with the D4 Heroes 5K. The Fit Family Challenge is a

free 12-week summer program with the goal to get families active, eating better and learning about health and fitness. Weekly events are held in the 10 area zip codes identified with the highest rates of diabetes and obesity, although the program is open to anyone. Free. Opening Ceremony at 7:30 a.m. Event begins at 8 a.m. Port San Antonio, 907 Billy Mitchell Blvd. 210-820-2108. http://www.sanantoniosports.org/ fitfamilychallenge/ Listen To Your Mother: A series of original readings performed live on stage by their authors. The mission of each Listen to Your Mother production is to take the audience on a well-crafted journey that celebrates and validates mothering through giving voice to motherhood – in all of its complexity, diversity, and humor. Listen to Your Mother aims to support motherhood creatively through artistic expression, and also financially – through contributions to non-profit organizations supporting families in need. This is San Antonio’s second year to host a show in the LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER series and is one of 31 cities across the United States. The 2017 San Antonio show will donate a portion of ticket proceeds to Clarity Child Guidance Center. $12-$14. 5 to 7

p.m. Jo Long Theatre, Carver Cultural Community Center, 226 N. Hackberry. 210-207-7211. http://www.thecarver. org/event/listen-to-your-mother/ New York Dog Film Festival: In celebration of the remarkable love between dogs and their people, the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts welcomes well-behaved pups to join their human companions outside on the Plaza to share a Saturday evening of inspiring films about people and their four-legged friends. The NY Dog Film Festival™ is perfect for dog lovers of all ages and offers two completely different programs of documentary, animated and live-action short films that illuminate human-canine love, Each screening is approximately 75 minutes long. The mission of the NY Dog Film Festival™ is to combine films that entertain and inspire while supporting local animal welfare organizations, which in San Antonio will be the Animal Defense League. Tickets are $15 and $25 (double feature) for humans and $5 for dogs. Movie times are 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. The Tobin Center’s Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza. https://www. tobincenter.org/box-office/2017-05/ ny-dog-film-festival Nature Movies: This event is sponsored

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ONGOING EXHIBITS San Antonio Botanical Garden

Art in the Garden features a 10-month solo exhibit of Steel Sculptures of George Tobolowsky. Tobolowsky’s work includes 10 steel sculptures placed in the Lucile Halsell Conservatory setting. Based at the Mountain Springs Sculpture Studio in Mountain Springs, Texas, Tobolowsky creates abstract metal sculptures from found objects, pieces of bulky industrial castoffs scoured from scrap yards and fabrication plants. The metal pieces, rarely altered, are arranged into balanced compositions fit together like “pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.” Considered part assemblage and part recycling, his work follows closely the artistic influence of Louise Nevelson and James Surls. Exhibit runs through December. Admission: $10 adults (14-64); $8 students, seniors, military; $7 children age 3-13; free for children under 3 and all members. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place. 210-207-3250. www.sabot.org

Femke, from the Netherlands, and host sister Jade from Texas as part of the “Perceptions of Texas” student exhibition. Femke’s eyes are closed, showing that her life in the Netherlands is on hold while she spends a year in the U.S.

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Perceptions of Texas is the current Student Exhibit and partners the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures with the Ayusa Global Exchange international student program allowing high schoollevel students participating in AGE to use a variety of media to express their perceptions of Texas before and during their time here. From culture shock, to favorite customs, to differences in schooling across the world, Ayusa students will share what they learned and what surprised them about Texas. To offer a counterpoint to the exchange students’ artworks, each international student is paired with a Texas student at their host high school, who will share what they learned from their Ayusa partners. Exhibit runs through May 28. Texas Missions and Churches of Roberto Cardinale presents an artist’s vision of 12 iconic Texas religious sites to explore the critical role missions and churches played in the development of the Lone Star State. Cardinale, now of Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a former president of the San Antonio Art Institute and has created more than 500 sculptures depicting churches and synagogues from around the world. The exhibit will include wooden artistic interpretations of San Antonio’s Spanish Missions, San Fernando Cathedral before and after its renovations, El Paso’s Mission Ysleta, and other sites. Visitors will be able to see the artist’s original sketches before he began assembling the wooden sculptures. Various history panels in the exhibit will detail mission architecture and construction techniques, and unique architectural features such as perfectly placed windows which allow solar illuminations of the sanctuaries. Exhibit runs through August 20. Texas in the First World War explores the role of the Lone Star State in this pivotal world event. One hundred years ago, the United States entered the “War to End All Wars.” This idealistic hope of the “Great War” leading to lasting world peace would instead devastate large parts of the globe, and set in motion events taking humanity directly to yet another world war within decades. By the end of the war, 198,000 men and 450 Texan women would serve in the military alongside civilian

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volunteers both at home and overseas. Through images, stories, and artifacts, Texas in the First World War sheds light on the legacy of a global conflict that still heavily influences world affairs, politics, and alliances to this day. Exhibit runs through March 11, 2018. Admission: $8 for adults (12-64); $7 for seniors (65+); $6 for children (3-11); free with membership, UTSA or Alamo Colleges identification. Regular hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Institute of Texan Cultures, UTSA HemisFair Park Campus, 801 E. César E. Chávez Blvd. 210-458-2300. www.TexanCultures.com

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Texas Art of Early Days to Now: The Witte Collection has been shaped by the visionary leadership of curators such as Eleanor Onderdonk, Martha Utterback, and Cecilia Steinfeldt. Each curator helped define Texas Art for the museum, the state, and the nation. In honor of the Witte Museum’s 90th anniversary and the legacy created by Alfred Witte and the Witte Picture Fund, this exhibition explores how these remarkable women shaped the collection through strategic purchases. Learn more about the Witte Museum’s renowned Texas Art Collection as you explore works from 19th and 20th century painters, folk artists and native artists that have been purchased for the permanent collection. Together these works provide a cross-section of the Texas Art Collection and also represent the powerful choices that continue to shape the collection today. Included with general admission. Russell Hill Rogers Texas Art Gallery. Exhibit runs through May 29. Admission: $10 for adults (12-64); $9 for seniors (65+) and active duty military; $7 for children (4-11); and free for children ages 3 and younger and to all museum members. Regular hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway. 210-357-1900. www.wittemuseum.org To Advertise Call 305-4181

by Headwaters of Incarnate Word. View two movies, each about an hour long, in the PHP UEC Gathering Hall. A kid-friendly activity sponsored by the Children in Nature Network is offered in the PHP UEC classroom. Play Again asks, “What are the consequences of a childhood removed from nature? ... what are we missing when we are behind screens? And how will this impact our children, our society, and eventually, our planet?” The Incredible Journey of Butterflies, a NOVA film, “...flies along with the monarchs, visiting the spectacular locations they call home, and meeting the dangers they encounter along the way. Shot in stunning detail, the Incredible Journey of the Butterflies reveals the monarch as a scientific marvel locked in an inspiring struggle for survival.” Free; donations accepted. 10 a.m. to noon. Phil Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Hwy (West Side). 210-4927472. http://www.philhardbergerpark. org/

vendors, food trucks, and presentations about our feathered friends. Native plant sale featuring birdfriendly plants. Free and open to the public. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, 10750 Pleasanton Rd. 210-628-1639. http:// mitchelllake.audubon.org/events/ migratory-bird-day-festival

Migratory Bird Day Festival: A big family friendly festival with fun for everyone. Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with a festival filled with bird-themed games, crafts, migration maze, nature-based

Brandon’s Revue at CNC: Brandon’s Revue is a Texas Singer-Songwriter showcase. Local outstanding artists will perform original songs in our beautiful outdoor setting, and the evening promises to offer an

15th Annual Jon’s Run: This annual event provides a well-organized race for competitive participants as well as for those who want to stroll. This healing event is a source of comfort and hope to those who have experienced the loss of a child. Funds raised make Jon’s Run possible and support SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) research and prevention. $20-$35. Registration starts at 7:15 a.m. Kids› Run begins at 8 a.m., Memorial Balloon Release begins at 8:15 a.m., 5K/2Mile event begins at 8:30 a.m. Wheatley Heights Sports Complex, 200 Noblewood Dr. 210-920-0566. http://www.jonsrun.com/

enjoyable blend of good music and good friends. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets (small ice chests permitted), kids, grandparents, and dancin’ shoes. A good time is guaranteed for all. Food vendors will also be onsite with good eats and drinks available for purchase. Members $8/ Non-members $10/ Senior Citizens $5/ Kids 12 and under Free. 7 to 11 p.m. Ciblolo Nature Center, The Brandon Gallagher-Manning Outdoor Stage, 140 City Park Road, Boerne. 830-2494616. https://ciboloorg.presencehost. net/experience/events/calendar.html/ event/2017/05/13/brandon-s-revue-atcibolo-nature-center/154203 Family Storytime in the Gallery: Australian Animal Tales is the theme of the day as the museum welcomes families to gather round for story time in the gallery on second Saturdays. Stories are followed by a short in-gallery activity. Today’s featured story: “Why the Platypus is Special.” Free for members or with Special Exhibition admission. Free for Children 12 and under. Space is limited. First-come, first-served. 10 to 10:45 a.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, West Courtyard. 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8100. https:// www.samuseum.org/calendar/

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FAMILY THEATRE The Emperor’s New Threads: A Groovy 60s Version of the Classic Hans Christian Anderson Tale. The Emperor is beloved as a chic trendsetter, but his ridiculous fashion tax is bankrupting the country. One heroic kid decides to teach the image-conscious ruler a lesson about what really matters – but they unexpectedly become friends. She is soon faced with a decision: should she tell the truth and risk his disapproval, or pretend like everyone else? This silly send-up has an antimaterialism message, and encourages all of us be truthful about who we really are. The production is recommended for ages five and up and runs approximately one hour with no intermission. Sensory-Friendly Performance is May 20 at 2 p.m. Military Night is May 20 at 7 p.m. Runs through June 3. Show times vary by date. $15 adult and $12 child admission. Magik Theatre, 420 South Alamo. 210-227-2751. http://www. magiktheatre.org/

Aladdin: The beloved story of Aladdin is brought to thrilling The Roxie Theatre performs Aladdin through May 21. theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of daring adventure, classy comedy and timeless romance. famous tale. Apparently there was not huffing and puffing, only It’s an unforgettable experience that includes all the cherished an innocent request for a cup of borrowed sugar and a sneeze. songs from the Academy Award-winning score and more writA recipient of the Citation of Excellence in the art of Puppetry, ten especially for San Antonio audiences. The director chose to Paul Mesner is a complete entertainer who combines his puppets include some Spanish language in the music and comedy lines. with stand-up comedy. Suggested for ages 3 and up. $9. May 4, All will enjoy this spectacular experience live on-stage. Presented 5 and 6. Show times and vacations vary by date. http://childrensby award-winning Producer/Director Jonathan Pennington. $15. fineartseries.org/ Runs through May 21. Show times vary by date. Roxie Theatre, Sister Act: Based on the 1992 hit movie starring Whoopi 7460 Callaghan Road. 210.360.9180. www.roxietheatrecompany. Goldberg…When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a com murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops Finding Neverland: Broadway’s biggest new hit and the winner are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Finding Neverland tells the incredible story behind one of the Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talworld’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. ent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young and community. $18-$29. Runs May 5 through 7. Show times vary brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the by date. Woodlawn Theatre, 1920 Fredericksburg Rd. 210-267boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write 8388. http://www.woodlawntheatre.org/ a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of CIPF - The Way Back Home: This event is part of the Children’s pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, International Puppet Festival hosted annually by the Children’s leaving his old world behind for Neverland where nothing is Fine Art Series. When a boy discovers a single-propeller airplane impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. 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and friends along and celebrate mothers through the art of song. You can even bring your little ones, because free childcare will be provided during the performance. $8-$38. 3 p.m. The Tobin Center, H-E-B Performance Hall, 100 Auditorium Circle. 210-223-8624. https://www. tobincenter.org/box-office/2017-05/ mothers-day-ii Asian American and Pacific Island Heritage: Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders through vibrant performances, lectures and family activities in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Guest Kuniko Kondo will teach origami – the Japanese art of paper folding to create decorative and useful items. The day’s activities also include demonstrations from Garimot Arnis, a local training group for Filipino martial arts; a demonstration of Chen-style Tai Chi; and a performance from the Hawaiian community’s Hula Halau Ohana Elikapeka. Free. Noon to 4 p.m. Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd. 210-4582300. http://www.texancultures.com/ events/asian_american_and_pacific_ islander_heritage_day/ Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Take the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with “Bett Butler & Joël Dilley”. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged. Food and beverages are

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Gold Series 3 - The Planets Live: Don’t miss the first Texas performance of Seattle-based digital media artist Adrian Wyard’s newlydeveloped visual accompaniment to Gustav Holst’s exhilarating classic, The Planets, featuring computer software and media performed live to follow the conductor’s directions beat-for-beat. $5-$32. 8 p.m. The Tobin Center, H-E-B Performance Hall, 100 Auditorium Circle. 210-2238624. https://www.tobincenter.org/ box-office/2017-05/planets-live 17 Wednesday SAMA Playdates: see May 3 Astronomy in the Park: see May 3 Weed Wednesdays – Volunteer at PHP: see May 3 Little Explorers: see May 3

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at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics. This double feature is a panoply of rich and wonderful short films from the 2016 NY International Children’s Film Festival. It will be hard to pick a favorite. Free. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave (West Courtyard). 210-9788183. https://www.samuseum.org/ calendar/event-detail?eid=8261 National Museum Day: The San Antonio Museum of Art is offering free general admission all day to celebrate National Art Museum Day. Free. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. San Antonio Museum of Art, West Courtyard. 200 W. Jones Ave. 210-978-8100. https://www.samuseum.org/calendar/ event-detail?eid=8065 Miss Anastasia’s Twiglet Storytime: see May 5 Fiesta Noche del Rio: see May 12

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America’s Armed Forces River Parade: see lead-off page XXX Kids to Parks Day!: Join the Parks & Recreation Department for a day of play! Kids and families are invited to connect with nature through an afternoon of outdoor activities, guided hikes, performances, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about wildlife in your backyard, To Advertise Call 305-4181

why trees are important, and so much more! For more information call (210) 207-3782 or email nicole.mcleod@ sanantonio.gov. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eisenhower Park, 19399 NW Military Hwy. 210-207-3782. http://fosana.org/ calendar/ The Importance of Bees: How are bees important to the planet? Much of our food is dependent on pollination. Would we starve without bees? Presenter Margaret Bass is a Junior Master Gardener Specialist Trainer. She taught gardening at a San Antonio private school for more than 13 years and continues to work primarily with children. A kid-friendly activity is included. Free; donations accepted. 10 a.m. to noon. Phil Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Hwy (West Side). 210-492-7472. http://www. philhardbergerpark.org/ Zootopia: Presented by San Antonio Choral Society, this concert is sure to excite choral and animal enthusiasts alike. Music about creatures real and make-believe will be featured, including Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb. General Admission $18/Discount $15/Students (13+) $5/12 & Under Free. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oblate School of

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YOSApalooza: Join YOSA for the third annual YOSApalooza concert featuring all nine YOSA orchestras together for one spectacular concert. A simulcast of the concert will be broadcast on the giant screen in the Will Naylor Smith Plaza along the San Antonio River Walk. YOSA orchestras are made up of young musicians from across the San Antonio area, ages 8 to 20. Overflow seating will be in the River Walk Plaza where a simulcast of the concert will be on a large screen. Free, but tickets must be reserved in advance and are limited to 3 per family. 6 p.m. The Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle. 210-2238624. https://www.tobincenter.org/ box-office/2017-05/yosapalooza

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Festival Poster Contest; and the opportunity to win top-of-the-line Hohner accordion. Admission fees, start times and locations vary by date and event. Guadalupe Theater and Rosedale Park. 210-271-3151. http:// www.guadalupeculturalarts.org/ tejano-conjunto-festival/ SAMA Playdates: see May 3

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