The first ever San Antonio VegFest will take place this weekend at Sunset Station. Photo: San Antonio VegFest
V.I.D.A (Vegan Initiative Dynamic Association) is proud to present the first San Antonio VegFest this Saturday August 31 beginning at 10a.m. through Sunday September 1 at 8p.m. San Antonio VegFest 2019 is a plant-based vegan festival which seeks to inspire people to reduce environmental pollution and animal suffering, caused by factory farming, by choosing to live a plant-based lifestyle. The event will feature nationally recognized speakers, informative exhibitors, cooking demos, yoga sessions, VegFest Live Concert, a large variety of vegan food vendors, exclusive festival giveaways, interactive activities, and a catered Vegan VIP area, which will include delicious samples of vegan food from veg-friendly restaurants and food companies. San Antonio VegFest will be a kid and pet-friendly event, and children 12 years of age and younger will receive free admission. The Live Concert is on Saturday August 31, from 7:15p.m. to 10p.m. and is free with festival ticket purchase. Tickets range from $5 through $50 and are available online.
San Antonio VegFest 2019 live performance line-up includes headliner Official Grey Music, DJ Melon, Intre, DJ Cosmicaa, 2 Throwed Mindz, Basik, DJ Suavae and Kaylie King. There will be yoga and fitness classes both days (see website for schedule) and speakers and panel discussions. These include Rachel Cywinski’s “Planting for Independence with Edible Native Plants,” Jessica Salazar’s “A Week of Cruelty-Free and Secondhand Style: How Veganism Goes Beyond the Plate and Into Your Wardrobe” and Adam Sud’s “From Pills to Plants.”
Sunset Station
1174 E Commerce St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210)880-5129
For the first time, A Día del Nino celebration is coming to the Pearl this April. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.
April at Pearl is setting up to be a busy one with various activities planned for the whole family. Programming for the month includes Poetry at Pearl, a Mi Golondrina retail pop-up, the First Thursday Night Market, Bidi Bidi Party, a Battle of Flowers After Party and Día del Niño. Also, Gustav’s Geysers have reopened at Pearl Park, making it the perfect destination for spring time fun. (Pearl, 2019)
Poetry Month at Pearl in April – Various activations throughout Pearl Campus all month
In honor of National Poetry Month, Pearl will celebrate the art of the written word with various poetry-themed activations throughout the property. Pearl has commissioned local poets to create works in collaboration with select stores. Celebration of Things: Window Poems features the work of three San Antonio Poet Laureates and three Texas Poet Laureates; poems are installed on the storefronts of The Tiny Finch, Niche, Local Coffee, Bakery Lorraine, LeeLee, Vintage Bouquet Bar and The Twig. Typewriter Rodeo will also be at the First Thursday Night Market on Thursday, April 4, where Poem Wranglers will create free, custom poetry for visitors on their vintage typewriters. The Twig will have a book signing with Kari Anne Holt and Sean Petrie of the Typewriter Rodeo where they will sign copies their recent publication “Typewriter Rodeo: Real People, Real Stories, Custom Poems.” All events are free and open to the public.
Mi Golondrina Pop Up – March 5 – June 1 from 11a.m. to 5p.m.
Mi Golondrina, a collection of handcrafted high-end artisan clothing and accessories made in Mexico, returns to Pearl. Guests can shop the collection at the Pearl pop-up store, located next to Niche and The Sporting District.
First Thursday Night Market – Thursday April 4 from 4p.m. to 8p.m.
First Thursday Night Market returns to Pearl for the month of April. Visitors can shop with their favorite local Farmers Market vendors and artisans while enjoying music by regional performers. Mojo-Ramba will perform at Pearl Park from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. and. St. Duke’s in Pearl Parkito from 4p.m. to 8p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
Bidi Bidi Party – Tuesday April 16 from 6p.m. to 9p.m.
Pearl will host a Bidi Bidi Party on Tuesday, April 16 from 6p.m. to 9p.m. at Pearl Park. DJ Manolo Black will spin the best of cumbia and Latin music to honor the Queen of Tejano. The event is free and open to the public with food and drinks for sale at the Bottling Department.
Battle of Flowers After Party at Pearl – Friday April 26 from 12:30p.m. to 5p.m.
Pearl will host its annual Battle of Flowers After Party at Pearl Park. Guests can enjoy specials from the Bottling Department while dancing along to Sound Cream and DJ Catwalk. The event is free and open to the public with food and drinks for sale at the Bottling Department and Southerleigh Oyster Bar.
Día del Niño – Tuesday April 30 from 4p.m. to 6p.m.
Since 1925, Día del Niño is an annual celebration in Mexico honoring children and this year, Pearl brings the celebration to Pearl Parkito. Pearl will honor this tradition by partnering with the Instituto Cultural de México (ICM) to bring an evening of bilingual storytelling, traditional Mexican games, face painting, and more. Día del Niño is free and open to the public with food and drinks available for purchase throughout Pearl property.
Pearl
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260
Director Patty Jenkins’ highly anticipated limited suspense drama, I Am the Night, starring Chris Pine premieres Monday, January 28, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on TNT. Written by Sam Sheridan and inspired by true events, I Am the Night tells the gripping story of Fauna Hodel, a teenage girl who is given away at birth and grows up outside of Reno, Nevada. Fauna lives more-or-less comfortably with the mysteries of her origin, until one day she makes a discovery that leads her to question everything. As Fauna begins to investigate the secrets of her past, she meets a ruined reporter, haunted by the case that undid him. Together they follow a sinister trail that swirls ever closer to an infamous Los Angeles gynecologist, Dr. George Hodel, a man involved in some of Hollywood’s darkest debauchery, and possibly, its most infamous unsolved crime. (TNT, 2019)
The project was shot in key iconic Los Angeles locations and landmarks including Sowden House, Greystone Mansion, Huntington Gardens, Chili John’s, The Boom Boom Room and many more. Cast includes India Eisley as Fauna Hodel, Tony Award Winner Jefferson Mays as George Hodel, Leland Orser as Peter Sullivan, Yul Vazquez as Billis, Dylan Smith as Sepp, Golden Brooks as Jimmy Lee, Justin Cornwell as Terrence Shye, Jay Paulson asOhls and Connie Nielsen as Corinna Hodel. I Am the Night is produced by Turner’s Studio T, with Jenkins, Michael Sugar with Pine and Sheridan serving as executive producers. Carl Franklin and Victoria Mahoney each direct two episodes.
TNT and Cadence13 will release a ground-breaking eight-part podcast documentary series, Root of Evil: The True Story of the Hodel Family and the Black Dahlia, a companion to TNT’s six-episode suspense drama I Am the Night. The podcast series will premiere Wednesday, January 30 and joins Turner Podcast Network’s portfolio of podcasts available on Apple Podcasts and many other podcast platforms.
Root of Evil, executive produced by Emmy® award-winner Zak Levitt, EVP of Documentary Content at Cadence13, is the Hodel family’s story in their own words, a behind-the-scenes revelation of their family’s crimes, secrets and multi-generational struggles carrying the Hodel name. Family members will open up and share their own psychological traumas and perspectives on their ties to Hollywood’s notorious Black Dahlia murder.
Yvette Gentile and Rasha Pecoraro, daughters of Fauna Hodel, host the podcast series in first-person, telling their family’s sprawling story together with other Hodel brothers, sisters, aunts and uncles. This is the first time they have opened up to publicly share their experiences of the family’s dark history with a story that spans generations, including their connection to the infamous Black Dahlia murder.
Flamenco at the Stable. Photo: Matt Buikema, used with permission.
To celebrate San Antonio’s Tricentennial and its Spanish heritage, Pearl announces Olé, San Antonio: When San Antonio Meets Spain. This summer-long celebration will take place from Friday June 15 to Sunday September 16 to commemorate the city’s 300th anniversary. There will be events and activities related to four main pillars: gastronomy, music and dance, arts and architecture. Events will include new programming while also incorporating existing Pearl activities. (Pearl, 2018)
Events scheduled for Olé, San Antonio this week, July 3 through July 8 includes Sound Cream at Pearl Park, a performance by Spanish artist Carlos Rodriguez and a Flamenco Tablao dinner.
Thursday, July 5: First Thursday Night Market at 4p.m.
Journey into Spain by joining Pearl for the Olé edition of First Thursday Night Market. San Antonio’s esteemed flamenco troupe, Arte y Pasion, led by dancer and artistic director Tamara Adira, presents a visually stunning and theatrical performance of traditional Spanish dance. Night Market goers will still be able to purchase items from their favorite vendors with Spanish-themed goods.
Friday, July 6: Flamenco Performance by Carlos Rodriguez at 8:30p.m.
Pearl Amphitheater will host Madrid-based Carlos Rodriguez for a Spanish dance performance. He will perform along with his eight-person company of musicians and dancers, Bendita, which blends original flamenco music (performed live) with Spanish dance styles ranging from Fandangos to Rumbas. This event is free and open to the public. Pearl Amphitheater overlooks the San Antonio River and is located between La Gloria and Hotel Emma.
Sunday, July 8: Flamenco Tablao featuring Carlos Rodriguez and Chef Johnny Hernandez at 6p.m.
Join Pearl Stable in a Spanish-inspired “tablao” to showcase dynamic entertainment and great culinary fare. Madrid-based Carlos Rodriguez will perform while guests enjoy a Paella Valencia by Chef Johnny Hernandez. Doors open at 6p.m. and performance begins at 6:30p.m. Tickets are $150 per person and can be purchased online.
Pearl
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260
Ole, San Antonio begins on Friday June 15 and runs through Sunday September 16 at Pearl. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.
To celebrate San Antonio’s Tricentennial and its Spanish heritage, Pearl announces Olé, San Antonio: When San Antonio Meets Spain. This summer-long celebration will take place from Friday June 15 to Sunday September 16 to commemorate the city’s 300th anniversary. There will be events and activities related to four main pillars: gastronomy, music and dance, arts and architecture. Events will include new programming while also incorporating existing Pearl activities. Tickets are now on sale for select performances along with a VIP Olé Ticket Package, which includes reserved seating, complementary valet parking, and more. (Pearl, 2018)
The entire Pearl neighborhood will come together to create experiences and memories unique to Olé. Restaurants will feature Spanish menus and chef collaboration dinners, retailers will feature specially curated Spanish items and Pearl Park will feature performances and parades which showcase San Antonio’s connection to Spain.
On June 21, the official opening day of Olé, Pearl kicks off with Dia Mundial de la Tapa (International Day of the Tapa) with chefs from 10 different regions of Spain, Flamenco in the Park with Primitivo Daza and Company, and the launch of Tapas Tuesday at Pearl restaurants.
Recurring Events:
Galería Olé
Beginning in June, Pearl’s pop-up shop site will be transformed into Galería Olé, a one-stop shop for the Summer of Spain. Time: Tuesday through Friday, 2p.m. to 6p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10a.m. to 6p.m. Location: Suite 110 at Pearl (behind Local Coffee)
Tapas Tuesdays: Taste Spain at Pearl
Every Tuesday during Olé, San Antonio, select Pearl restaurants and bars will embrace the Spanish tapa. Multiple locations. Check participating restaurants and bars for details.
Spanish Sipping Thursdays: Sip Spain at Pearl
Tour Pearl every Thursday evening during Olé, San Antonio and experience unique Spanish wines, cava sangrias and sherries. Must try: the official drink of summer: the Spanish Gin. Multiple locations. Check participating restaurants and bars for details.
June Events:
June 15 through August 15 (free event)
Photography Exhibition
Beatrix Molnar: ALMA Time: Tuesday through Friday, 2p.m to 6p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10a.m. to 6p.m. Location: Galería Olé
June 21 (ticketed event)
Dia Mundial de la Tapa
A journey through the cultural and culinary diversity of Spain with its most recognized and universal concept: Ticket price includes an extensive sampling of tapas—showcasing the food and flavors of Spain—with wine tastings from various regions of Spain and a cava tasting bar. Time: 5:30p.m. to 8p.m. Location: Pearl Stable Tickets: $100
June 21 (free event)
Flamenco in The Park: Primitivo Daza and Company Time: 7:30p.m. to 9p.m. Location: Pearl Park
June 23 (ticketed event)
Flamenco Tablao: Primitivo Daza and Chef Johnny Hernandez
Doors open at 11a.m. and performance begins at 11:30 a.m. The Entertainment: Primitivo and his dance company, Pure Flamenco. The Fare: Chef Johnny Hernandez creates a brunch worthy of the occasion—complete with a Paella cooking demonstration. Location: Pearl Stable Tickets: $125
June 23 (ticketed event)
Flamenco Tablao: Primitivo Daza and Chef Johnny Hernandez
Doors open at 6p.m. and performance begins at 6:30p.m. The Entertainment: Primitivo and his dance company, Pure Flamenco The Fare: Chef Johnny Hernandez creates a dinner worthy of the occasion—complete with a Paella cooking demonstration. Location: Pearl Stable Tickets: $150
June 26 (ticketed event)
Intercambio Dinner Series: Chefs Patxi Zumarraga and Steve McHugh Time: 6p.m. Location: Cured
Contact restaurant for reservations and details.
June 27 (ticketed event):
Gastronomy Monograph Series: Olive Oil
The Day of Olive Oil
Multiple sessions throughout the day. Supper Dinner: 8:30p.m. to 11p.m. Location: Hotel Emma Tickets: $25 for sessions and $50 for dinner at Supper
June 27 (free event)
Sound Cream Sunset Sessions – Olé Edition: DJ Riobamba
Sound Cream Sunset Sessions is a weekly dance party and DJ showcase, featuring every genre from Cuban salsa to House, mixed by locals and guest DJs from across the country. Time: 5:30p.m. to 9p.m. Location: Pearl Park
June 29 (free event) Canciones: Sounds of Spain and South Texas Las Migas and Azul Barrientos
Canciones is a free concert series dedicated to Texas music from a South Texas sensibility. Time: 5:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. Location: Pearl Park
June 30 (free event) Cabezudos Parade
A mainstay in Spanish festivals and parades are Cabezudos (“giants” or “big heads”), which feature large papier-mâché heads paired with ornate costumes—often inspired by religious figures and popular culture. The Tricentennial-inspired Cabezudos Parade will debut at the Pearl Farmers Market and culminate in a live performance by Volcán, the 13-piece Indie-Latin Orchestra based in South Texas. Parade starts at 10a.m. and live music from 11:30a.m. to 1p.m. Location: Pearl Farmers Market and Pearl Park
April at the Pearl has exciting events for everyone. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.
April brings a whole month of exciting events at Pearl. From weekly workouts in Pearl Park to shopping the Farmers Market vendors during First Thursday Night market and celebrating Fiesta with a Battle of the Flowers after party, there is something for everyone. All events are free and open to the public. (Pearl, 2018)
Starting Tuesday, April 3: Fitness in Pearl Park at 5:30 p.m.
Pearl hosts Fitness in Pearl Park every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. in April with Smart Barre. After class enjoy specials in the Bottling Department from The Good Kind and the Bottling Department Bar. Happy hour at the Bottling Department takes place every Monday. Participants can sign up with Smart Barre.
Thursday, April 5: First Thursday Night Market from 4p.m. to 8p.m.
Over 20 Pearl Farmers market vendors will set up shop on Pearl Parkway offering their latest products and handmade goods. Enjoy live music by Los Djangoleros while stocking up on goods from local vendors.
Friday, April 27: Battle of the Flowers After Party from 12:30p.m. to 5p.m.
Keep the celebration going after Battle of the Flowers parade with Pearl. Enjoy specials from the Bottling Department while dancing along to performances by DJ Chulita Vinyl Club and Gina Chavez. Mr. Piñata will emcee the event. Several restaurants will also be offering specials in celebration of Fiesta.
Broadway Sings The Playhouse at the Empire Theater on Saturday August 26, 2017. Photo design: Jeremy Whittington, used with permission.
On Saturday August 26, The Playhouse San Antonio is hosting an evening of music at the Empire Theater as part of ‘Broadway Sings The Playhouse.’ Some of Broadway’s biggest stars will be singing from The Playhouse’s upcoming season as part of the New Gala and Founders Awards/Preview Show. The night will consist of dinner, drinks, Broadway songs and a special After-Glow Party at Hotel Valencia for guests who attend the dinner. Tickets for the dinner and awards ceremony and the season showcase afterwards are available online. (The Playhouse San Antonio, 2017)
Dinner will be from 6p.m. to 7:30p.m. courtesy of Absolutely Delicious Catering & Events. The Playhouse’s Annual Founder’s Awards will include artists singing selections from their favorite Broadway credits. At 8p.m. guests will be able to hear Broadway guests sing songs from the upcoming season including The Hunchback of Notre Dame, All Is Calm, Assassins, If/Then, The Bridges of Madison County and Mamma Mia! The lineup includes: Tommaso Antico (Jersey Boys, Hairspray, Altar Boyz, Cabaret), Sarah Uriarte Berry (Drama Desk Nominee- The Light In the Piazza, Beauty and the Beast, Next to Normal, Les Miserables ), Charl Brown (2013 Tony Nominee-Motown, Jersey Boys, Sister Act, Hair), Crystal Kellogg (Finding Neverland, School of Rock, Kinky Boots, Pajama Game), Carrie St. Louis (Wicked, Rock of Ages, Something Good), Kate Rockwell (Bring it On- The Musical, Legally Blonde, Rock of Ages, Hair) and Christeena Riggs (Les Miserables, Wicked, Cinderella, Jane Erye).
Empire Theater
226 N St Mary’s St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700
Hot Luck Festival, a live music and food festival, will take place in Austin from May 18 through May 21, 2017. Photo: Sandra Cruz
Hot Luck Festival is a live music and food festival that will take place in Austin from Thursday May 18 through Sunday May 21, 2017. It is a celebration of fire, food, music and camaraderie inspired by tailgates, family reunions, get togethers and potlucks and will be held at various locations in Austin. A portion of the festival’s proceeds will benefit The SAFE Alliance, a merger of Austin Children’s Shelter and SafePlace, agencies that serve the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation and domestic violence. Tickets are available for purchase online and range from single tickets to music and food events for $12 to $550 for “The Whole Enchilada” package. More information on specific festival events and ticket information is available online. (Hot Luck Festival, 2017)
The festivities will begin on Thursday May 18 with the Black Lips performing. Other musical acts include Black Joe Lewis, Robert Ellis, Rayland Baxter and Shonen Knife at venues such as Barracuda, Mohawk, White Horse and more. One of a kind events include on Friday May 19 when Chef Yoshi Okai of Otoko who was recently named Food & Wine Magazine’s “Best New Chef” of 2017 will serve Japanese fare while fans enjoy the music of Japanese pop-punk band Shonen Knife. Other participating chefs include Elias Cairo, from Olympia Provisions in Portland, Jennifer Tucker from Jeffrey’s, Justin Brunson from Old Major in Denver, Ben Runkle from Salt and Time, Kristine Kittrell from Weather Up and Laura Loomis from Two Bros BBQ Market in San Antonio.
Paramour will host another Drag Brunch on Sunday March 19, 2017. Photo courtesy of Paramour, used with permission.
Paramour will be presenting its third Drag Brunch of the year with a Madonna vs Britney themed celebration. It is set for Sunday March 19 from 11a.m. to 4p.m. with performances at 2p.m. There will be an exclusive Madonna and Britney themed cocktail menu suited for the occasion. Music will be provided by DJ Vitamin A with performances by Kristi Waters, show director and hostess of Babio’s Eat Drink Dance and winner of Most Original at 2016 San Antonio Burlesque Festival, Lucy Lips, winner of Audience Favorite at the 2016 San Antonio Burlesque Festival and member of the Pastie Pops Burlesque Revue and Nikaya Milan from Rey Lopez Entertainment. This event is free and open to the public with brunch drinks and food available for purchase. (Paramour, 2017)
Paramour
102 9th St, Suite 400
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 340-9880
Director Patty Jenkins’ highly anticipated limited suspense drama, I Am the Night, starring Chris Pine premieres Monday, January 28, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on
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