National Puppy Day celebration at The Shops at La Cantera

puppydays — Celebrate National Puppy Day at the Shops at La Cantera with your furry friends. Photo: The Shops at La Cantera, used with permission.

The Shops at La Cantera will celebrate National Puppy Day with a tail-wagging good time for pets and the owners who love them. From noon to 4p.m. on Saturday, March 23, enjoy an afternoon of pup-friendly fun including fashions, pet adoptions, puppy brunch, giveaways, photo opportunities, treats and more. (The Shops at La Cantera, 2019)

Models will grace the runway with furry friends in hand and shoppers will get a first look at new Spring styles. Plus, all pups strutting their stuff on the runway are up for adoption.

The Fashion show is complemented by the malls’ first PUPPY BRUNCH during mall hours at select restaurants offering dining deals for dog owners and well-behaved pets. Enjoy tasty sips and snacks, and of course, play time with the pups on the patios.

Event agenda:
Noon – Welcome and Fashion Show, models and pets
1p.m. to 4p.m. – Pup-up Market and Pet Friendly shopping, Pet Adoptions, Puppy Brunch, Pet Meet and Greets, Photo Opportunities and more.

The Shops at La Cantera
Center Court (Under the Heritage Tree, mall common area near PF Chang’s)
15900 La Cantera Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 582-6255

The Shops at La Cantera Pet Friendly Policy: Pets are welcome in all mall common areas, except the children’s play area and water fountains. Pet friendly merchants, businesses and dining establishments are identified through “Take One” brochures available at the mall management office and via mall directories and online. Pets must be on a leash and have up-to-date vaccination tags on the collar. For small dogs, using a carrier also is a smart way to go. Dogs must always be under the control of their owner. Guests must clean up after their canine friend. The Shops at La Cantera will provide six waste bag dispenser sites throughout the property.

The Shops at La Cantera Open Container Policy: Per the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, customers of legal age can purchase beer and wine from an on-site establishment with a Beer and Wine Permit and walk with the beverage throughout the property. Currently Luciano’s Pizzeria and Tiny Cantina operate under a Beer and Wine Retailer Permit and have agreed to sell and serve beer and wine in branded plastic cups to customers that wish to walk the mall property with these beverages. Customers will also receive a La Cantera wristband to wear while consuming the beverage on property. Retailers may decide if they want to allow customers to bring drinks into their stores on an individual basis.

Registration open for Camp Broadway

Broadway’s original summer camp will shine its spotlight at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre Monday, August 5 through Friday, August 9. Camp Broadway, in partnership with Las Casas Foundation is the only dramatic camp in San Antonio that immerses young aspiring artists in a week of theatrical training and rehearsals with professional actors from Los Angeles and New York. (Las Casas Foundation, 2019)

Open to all skill levels, Camp Broadway is a five-day summer camp from 9a.m. to 5p.m., designed to immerse children ages 10 to 17 in an authentic Broadway rehearsal process. No previous theatre experience is necessary to enroll in the camp. After a week of training, the program culminates in a special on-stage performance for family and friends with professional actors at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre.

For $600, Camp Broadway enables theatre-loving children to develop their confidence, character, and presentation skills through ensemble performance.

Mainstage package includes 5 days (40 hours) of instruction and activities including:
• Intensives in singing, acting and dancing taught by Broadway professionals
• A memorable lunch on stage of the Majestic Theatre and talkback with industry professionals
• Camp Broadway swag – including official t-shirt, labeled bag and pencil
• A collectible Mainstage program patch
• Professional ‘Cast of Characters’ headshot
• Healthy lunches, snacks and water

Mainstagers and their families also receive:
• Access to the ‘Call Board’ – with exclusive sneak peeks and all the need-to-know details to get ready for Broadway
• End-of-day info to prepare for the next day’s activities
• A keepsake playbill from the Mainstage Finale performance
• Complimentary admission to the Family Finale show at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre

Registration is limited and available online. Camp Broadway San Antonio features a sibling discount for families with multiple children who want to enjoy a turn in the spotlight. A special discount for military families is also available.

Las Casas Foundation is dedicated to the development of the performing arts through education and scholarships, as well as the restoration and preservation of historic theatres. Las Casas Foundation offers a variety of educational initiatives to nurture and grow the performing arts, including an annual scholarship program, awarding $100,000 in scholarship funds each year, as well as additional educational and training opportunities.

Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
226 N. St. Mary’s St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations around town

hopdoddyburger — Hopdoddy has a special St. Patrick’s Day burger all month. Photo: Hopdoddy, used with permission.

March means St. Patrick’s Day and for anyone looking for ways to celebrate all things green around town, here are some suggestions, courtesy of Fast Eddie’s, Hopdoddy Burger Bar and Pluckers Wing Bar.

Fast Eddie’s is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all weekend long, from Friday March 15 through Sunday March 17. Grab your shamrocks and head over to Fast Eddie’s for their Pre-Paddy’s Day celebrations. They will have drink specials flowing all weekend long and lots of green on the scene for this Irish holiday. Enjoy $4 Guinness, $6 Irish Car Bombs, $4 Baby Guinness Shots, $5 Irish Breakfast Shots and $2 Green Jello Shots. (Fast Eddie’s, 2019)

Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bar San Antonio locations:
9910 W Loop 1604 N Suite 113
San Antonio, TX

7616 Culebra Rd #103
San Antonio, TX

502 Embassy Oaks
San Antonio, TX

11221 Perrin Beitel
San Antonio, TX

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For the month of March, Hopdoddy is offering a special burger to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The Dubliner burger, inspired by shepherd’s pie, includes cheddar mashed potatoes, “lamb pie” patty, mushrooms, carrots, peas, parsley and celery sour cream ailoli. Customers will also be able to pair the Dubliner burger with a Guinness beer for $10. Add a shot of Jameson for $2.00 or Caskmates for $2.50. Please note the burger + beer $10 pairing will only be available through March 17. However, the burger will be available all month long. (Hopdoddy, 2019)

Hopdoddy Burger Bar at the Rim
17623 La Cantera Pkwy Suite 101
San Antonio, TX 78257
(210) 434-2337

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Pluckers Wing Bar is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with $3 green beers – a perfect pair to their famous wings, available in bone or boneless, grilled and paired with 20 signature sauces. The Pluckers menu includes their trademark wings paired with signature sauces such as Buffalo, Spicy BBQ and Spicy Ranch, along with unique flavors, like Fire in the Hole, Ginger Peach Sriracha, Gochujang and Spicy Mandarin. It also includes appetizers like fried pickles and Holy Macaroni; great sandwiches and burgers like the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and the Bypass Burger topped with bacon, cheddar, grilled onions, and jalapeños; signature salads; and epic sides like waffle fries, macaroni and cheese and homemade potato chips. (Pluckers, 2019)

Pluckers Wing Bar
14881 IH-35 North
Selma, TX 78154

Whataburger Fiesta Pop-Up Shop event

whataburgermedal18 — Fiesta fans will have a chance to purchase their 2019 Whataburger Fiesta medal during the Fiesta Pop-Up Shop event on Wednesday. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

With Fiesta right around the corner, Whataburger is hosting their third annual Fiesta Pop-Up Shop at their downtown restaurant where Fiesta fans can purchase their 2019 Whataburger Fiesta medals before they go on sale to the public. This Fiesta Pop-Up Shop event will be on Wednesday March 13 from 3p.m. to 5p.m. (Whataburger, 2019)

Guests can celebrate the launch of the 2019 Whataburger Fiesta medal with music, Fiesta décor and Whataburger flair. There will be a one-of-a-kind photo backdrop for fans to proclaim Team Fancy or Team Spicy. Fiesta fans can purchase their medal in-person before they are available online (limit 2 medals per person, credit card only). Medal quantities are limited.

Whataburger’s 2019 Whataburger Fiesta medal is adorned with an orange ribbon, bright Fiesta colors and features two fan favorites – Whataburger Fancy Ketchup on one side and Whataburger Spicy Ketchup on the reverse. Fiesta fans can spin the medal to make sure their ketchup flavor always matches their mood. Which will you be? Team Fancy or Team Spicy? Following the event, Whataburger’s medal will be available online for $10.99 plus tax with free shipping.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 700 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

Whataburger
412 E. Commerce St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 228-0710

Whataburger’s Hometown Heroes

Whataburger celebrates heroes with #Whatamoments. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

Whataburger Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes the smallest actions can create the biggest impact. Today, Whataburger kicks off its #Whatamoments campaign, an initiative geared towards bringing everyday heroes to life through a collection of traditional vintage comic strips – Whataburger style. Two professional illustrators will turn all Whataburger’s Hometown Heroes into a work of art: Texas-based Ryan Parker and John Sprengelmeyer, who created Whataburger’s mascot, Whataguy. Have a hero in mind? The public is invited to share their story online for a chance to have it brought to life. (Whataburger, 2019)

Theater review: ‘The Sound of Music’ at the Majestic Theatre

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is ‘The Sound of Music’ and last night’s opening performance played to a full house. There are still two more chances to catch this immensely popular musical this weekend at 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. Sunday. Tickets start at $45 and are available through Ticketmaster online, by calling (800) 982-2787 or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. The show is the story of Maria, a postulant who is sent to work as a governess to a large family when she begins to second guess her decision to become a nun. Eventually she falls in love with the children and their widowed father Captain von Trapp. The Captain opposes the Nazis so when he is ordered to accept a commission in the German navy he and Maria flee Austria with the children. This brand-new production of the spirited, romantic and beloved musical continues to thrill audiences everywhere.

‘The Sound of Music’ takes place in Austria, just before World War II and begins at the Nonnberg Abbey as the nuns perform ‘Preludium.’ From there, it transitions smoothly into one of the audience’s favorite scene that includes Maria (Jill-Christine Wiley) singing ‘The Sound of Music.’ As soon as the von Trapp children take the stage, they captivate the audience, especially Gretl (Quinn Eden Titcomb), the youngest. Maria takes a liking to the children and teaches them the basics of music “Do-Re-Mi.” When she realizes that she might have developed feelings for the Captain (Mike McLean), she flees back to the Abbey. Lauren Kidwell, who portrays Mother Abbess, closes out the first act with ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain’ when she tells Maria that she can not run from her problems. The von Trapps perform at the Kaltzberg Festival, after which Captain von Trapp sings “Edelweiss” as a farewell to this homeland. They sneak out before the winners are announced and hide out at the Abbey but when Sister Margaretta informs them that the borders are closed, they flee over the Alps while the nuns sing “Climb Ev’ry Mountain.”

This production features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and book by Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse, suggested by “The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp. It continues to be the most successful musical in history, and for good reason. The themes of family and music remain as relevant as ever and its overall feel good atmosphere is always welcome. Jill-Christine and Mike McLean are perfect together as Maria and Captain von Trapp and their chemistry makes the show work. Highlights include Maria and the children’s “Do-Re-Mi” and Maria and Mother Abess’ “My Favorite Things.” Special mention goes to Lauren Kidwell, whose rendition of “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” blew the audience away. They were still raving about it as they left the theater. This family friendly musical appeals to long-time fans as well as newcomers and is a definite must see.

‘Hamilton’ tickets on sale March 15 through Verified Fan

hamilton2 — ‘Hamilton’ will be playing at the Majestic Theatre in May. Photo: Joan Marcus, used with permission.

Producer Jeffrey Seller and The Majestic Theatre announced this week that tickets for ‘Hamilton’ will be available online through Ticketmaster Verified Fan® at 10a.m. on Friday, March 15. Verified Fan is a new fan-facing technology from Ticketmaster that allows pre-registered fans to unlock access to tickets without competing against scalpers and bots. Ticketmaster Verified Fan® registration is now open and will close Monday, March 11 at 11:59p.m. (Broadway in San Antonio, 2019)

Those who registered will be notified by Ticketmaster via email on Thursday, March 14 if they have been selected for the Verified Fan on sale. The Ticketmaster Verified Fan® on sale will be available for purchases online only and for performances from May 7 through 26. There is a maximum purchase limit of four (4) tickets per household for the engagement. Tickets range from $75.50 – $195.50, with a select number of $425.50 premium seats available. Ticket prices do not include any applicable fees. There will be a lottery for forty (40) $10 seats for all performances. Details will be announced closer to the engagement. A limited number of tickets will be available at The Majestic Theatre (226 East Houston Street) at 10a.m. on Friday, March 15.

‘Hamilton’ is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway, ‘Hamilton’ is the story of America then, as told by America now. With book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, ‘Hamilton’ is based on Ron Chernow’s biography of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.

Majestic Theatre
224 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

New release: ‘The Ultimate Droodles Compendium’

Roger Price was an American humorist, author and publisher who created Droodles in the 1950s and later collaborated with Leonard B. Stern on the Mad Libs series. His Droodles books sold more than 1 million copies between their debut in 1953 and his death in 1990. His Mad Libs have sold more than 150 million copies, and counting, since he co-created them with Leonard Stern in 1958. On March 6, what would have been Roger Price’s 101st birthday, Tallfellow Press will release ‘The Ultimate Droodles Compendium: The Absurdly Complete Collection of All the Classic Zany Creations of Roger Price.’ It is arranged and annotated by Emmy-winning writer Fritz Holznagel and features a foreword by America’s best-known film historian, critic and author, Leonard Maltin. Always funny and often provocative, Price was one of America’s most original comic voices. (Smith Publicity, 2019)

Before he delighted fans with Mad Libs, comedian Roger Price invented Droodles – absurdly funny drawings that joined hula hoops and UFOs as one of the biggest fads of the 1950s. At the peak of their popularity, Droodles had their own TV show, daily newspaper column, bestselling books and even cocktail napkins. Until now, Droodles, and the remarkable legacy of Roger Price, have been forgotten by all but a few diehard fans. Featuring over 350 hilarious Droodles, from the most popular to the wonderfully obscure and even “Kinda Croodles” that are more than a bit insensitive from today’s modern viewpoint, ‘The Ultimate Droodles Compendium’ is the first and only full retrospective of Price and his creations.

In ‘The Ultimate Droodles Compendium,’ longtime fans and newbies alike will be captivated by this forgotten genius of American comedy. This is a one-of-a-kind collection of humor and history and Millennials and Baby Boomers alike are in for a treat. It is now available in paperback wherever books are sold.

March events at the Pearl

Pearl has exciting events planned for the month of March. From First Thursday Night Market to a Mi Golondrina retail pop-up and St. Patrick’s celebrations at the Bottling Department, Pearl is the perfect spot to enjoy Spring Break with the family and kids, with plenty of dining and shopping options for every taste. (Pearl, 2019)

Mi Golondrina Pop-up
March 5 through June 1- 11a.m. to 5p.m.
The Pearl is excited to bring back Mi Golondrina, a collection of handcrafted clothing and accessories, to San Antonio. Shop the collection at the Pearl pop-up store, located next to Niche and The Sporting District. Mi Golondrina’s collection is handcrafted in Mexico and the finishing details are added by their talented team in Dallas to create a curated collection of high-end artisan apparel and accessories. This event is free and open to the public.

First Thursday Night Market
March 7 from 4p.m. to 8p.m.
Kick off a new month with First Thursday Night Market at the Pearl. Shop from favorite local Farmers Market vendors and artists while enjoying music by regional performers. Big Cedar Fever performs at Pearl Park from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. Richard Diaz de Leon Music performs in Pearl Parkito from 4 to 8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.

St. Patrick’s Day at the Bottling Department
March 17 from 8a.m. to 9 p.m.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Pearl with various drink specials at the Bar at the Bottling Department. Guinness will be flowing to celebrate the luck of the Irish as well as other beer and drink specials. Pearl Farmers Market will be open from 10a.m. to 2p.m. so guest can enjoy locally sourced goods. This event is free and open to the public.

Pearl
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260

Whataburger fundraiser to benefit Mora Elementary School

whatacatch — The next Oh Whata Night fundraiser is this Thursday March 7. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

Whataburger periodically hosts events to help the community and its various schools. These events have ranged from “Oh Whata Nights” to jalapeño eating contests, drawings and raffles. This Thursday March 7 from 5p.m. to 8p.m., Whataburger is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Mora Elementary School students. The public is invited to come and show their support by enjoying their favorite menu items and during the posted hours, Whataburger will donate 20 percent of the sales to the school. The first 100 guests will receive free Whataburger glasses and to add to the fun, there will be a photobooth and giveaways. This Whata Night fundraiser will be at the posted location only. (Whataburger, 2019)

“Whataburger believes in investing in the communities we call home. Mora Elementary is a new school in the area and we are happy to support it with a fundraising event.” Tom Willet, Whataburger Director of Operations.

Whataburger
530 W. Loop 1604 N. (near Potranco Rd.)
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 647-4402

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