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Everything you need to know about the 2015 San Antonio Book Festival

April 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Everything you need to know about the San Antonio Book Festival 2015

Authors, Ideas, Imagination! You’ll find them all at the 3rd Annual San Antonio Book Festival, a free, family-friendly event taking place this Saturday, April 11, in the heart of downtown San Antonio. Now entering its third year, the festival welcomes 90 nationally acclaimed and regional authors whose works span the fiction, nonfiction, children’s literature, young adult fiction, and cooking genres. When: Saturday, April 11, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Where: Central Library (600 Soledad … Continue reading

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Cardboard Kids San Antonio: preventing child abuse

April 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Preventing child abuse in Bexar County: Cardboard Kids SA

They're colorful. They're creative. Each one is unique. And some are even downright adorable. They're Cardboard Kids and they have a special mission to accomplish: to bring awareness to child abuse in Bexar County. On Thursday, April 9, thanks to … Continue reading

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Hosting your child’s birthday party at Top Golf

April 7, 2015 by 2 Comments
Throw a kids' birthday party at Top Golf San Antonio

Guest contributor Lisa Curbello* wrote today's post. She and her business were featured on San Antonio Mom Blogs in February of 2015. We're excited to welcome her as a guest contributor! Accompanying photographs are courtesy of Top Golf.  Every … Continue reading

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Tour San Antonio’s Asian Gardens

April 2, 2015 by 5 Comments
Take a tour of San Antonio's Asian Gardens

Guest contributor Angie Cronin* wrote today's guest post and took all accompanying photographs. You can find Angie blogging at Kimchi Mamas. This time of year is an especially great time to explore the gardens of San Antonio! “But I’ve already … Continue reading

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Free in San Antonio: April 2015

March 30, 2015 by 2 Comments
FREE-in-April-2015-feat

Check out San Antonio Mom Blogs' list of FREE, family-friendly fun happening this April and be on the lookout soon for our very special post with all of the FREE, family-friendly fun you can have at Fiesta! **** Recurring free events: Take a … Continue reading

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Six surprising benefits of summer camp

March 18, 2015 by 1 Comment
The six surprising benefits from summer camp

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by T Bar M Camps, a non-denominational Christian sports and adventure camp with locations in New Braunfels, Texas and on Lake Travis near Austin. Over 10,000 people experience T Bar M adventure every … Continue reading

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A visit to the Hill Country Science Mill

March 4, 2015 by 7 Comments
A visit to the Hill Country Science Mill in Johnson City, Texas, a STEM center for kids and families

Today, San Antonio Mom Blogs welcomes guest contributor Melanie Mendez-Gonzales from ¿Qué Means What?. Our familia loves everything STEM-related (science, technology, engineering, and math) so we were eager to check out the Hill Country Science … Continue reading

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A week of Spring Break giveaways!

March 2, 2015 by 1 Comment
San Antonio Mom Blogs' Week of Spring Break Giveaways!

Sure, next week boasts more than 50 fun, entertaining, educational, and family-friendly things to do in San Antonio for Spring Break. But wouldn't it be cool to win FREE tickets to some of them this week? San Antonio Mom Blogs' Week of Spring … Continue reading

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Free in San Antonio: March 2015

February 27, 2015 by 3 Comments
Free family-friendly activities in San Antonio during March 2015

March welcomes spring to San Antonio with tons of free, family-friendly events and activities. Enjoy the weather and the free fun, all month long! DON'T MISS OUR: 50+ Things to Do During Spring Break in San Antonio post!  Free fitness events … Continue reading

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Meet The Bra Chick: Your New Breast Friend

February 26, 2015 by 4 Comments
Bra fitting appointments and parties in San Antonio with The Bra Chick, Lisa Curbello

Disclosure: I received a complimentary bra fitting and one complimentary bra for the purposes of reviewing this experience. All opinions are mine. Your BRA. Yeah, I said it. It’s something you probably don’t think or talk much about anywhere with … Continue reading

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Spring 2015 consignment sales in San Antonio

February 24, 2015 by 3 Comments
Spring consignment sales in San Antonio, spring 2015

Pretty soon we'll pack away our, say it with me, “winter” clothes and pull out our colorful shorts, tank tops, and bathing suits for the approaching warmer weather. If you're in need of spring and summer kids' clothes, baby care items, toys, and … Continue reading

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Our 2015 San Antonio Summer Camp Guide

February 19, 2015 by 4 Comments
San Antonio Mom Blogs' 2015 Summer Camp Guide

Introducing the San Antonio Mom Blogs' 2015 Summer Camp Guide! This year's Guide features the best San Antonio camps for your kids, from sports and the outdoors, to the arts, to science and technology, and much more. These summer camps vary in … Continue reading

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50+ things to do during Spring Break in San Antonio

February 16, 2015 by 12 Comments
50+ things to do during Spring Break in San Antonio: Your Guide to Family Fun!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Wait. You thought that was Christmas? No! Here in South Texas, Spring Break is truly the most wonderful time of the year. Rarely cold and almost never too hot, Spring Break weather in San Antonio is … Continue reading

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Paid market research opportunity for men and women in San Antonio

February 12, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Think Group Austin has paid market research opportunities in San Antonio

  This post is sponsored by Think Group Austin.  As a prior participant in a Think Group Austin focus group in San Antonio in 2014 this year, I wholeheartedly recommend working with them. Here's their latest study for which you may … Continue reading

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Kids eat free at Thai Topaz on Tuesday & Thursday nights

February 10, 2015 by 17 Comments
Kids eat free at Thai Topaz in Castle Hills on Tuesday and Thursday nights in San Antonio

Disclosure: I recently dined at Thai Topaz as their guest, along with other local bloggers, to sample their cuisine and to learn about their kids' menu. I returned a week later with my family (on our own dime) because I wanted my husband and kids … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day Celebrations in San Antonio

February 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Valentine's Day celebrations in San Antonio for kids, families, friends, and couples

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples any more. There’s plenty of heart-felt fun to be had in the Alamo City for kids, families, friends, and yes, couples, to enjoy. Check out these Valentine’s Day celebrations with heart: Send an Old Fashioned … Continue reading

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San Antonio Mom Blogs Featured on Park Bench

February 4, 2015 by 4 Comments
San Antonio Mom Blogs appears on Park Bench, a show created by The City of San Antonio to showcase our city's parks

When you visit 20 parks in San Antonio in one year, people start asking questions. "Where did you go?" "Which park was your favorite?" "How did you get started?" "Does San Antonio even have 20 parks?" (Yes! San Antonio has hundreds of parks and … Continue reading

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Free (& almost-free) Rodeo Fun

February 2, 2015 by 1 Comment
Free and almost free family-friendly Rodeo events and activities in San Antonio

The start to the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is one of the most anticipated days of the year here in the Alamo City. The Rodeo opens on February 12 and San Antonio Mom Blogs rounded up the best San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo deals (and related … Continue reading

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Free in San Antonio: February 2015

January 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Free in San Antonio for kids and families in San Antonio this February

DON'T MISS OUR FREE SAN ANTONIO STOCK SHOW AND RODEO ROUND UP: Check out San Antonio Mom Blogs' free (& almost-free) family friendly Rodeo events, deals, and discounts.  FREE coffee at participating Chick-fil-A restaurants during February (no … Continue reading

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Winter melts away at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa

January 29, 2015 by Leave a Comment
In warm and cold weather, the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa is the perfect winter getaway

Disclosure: My family and I received complimentary accommodations for two nights in a suite at the JW Marriott in San Antonio but we handled all of our other expenses. I received no additional compensation and all opinions are mine. This post does … Continue reading

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San Antonio Movie Theaters offer sensory-friendly screenings

January 23, 2015 by Leave a Comment
San Antonio Movie Theaters offer sensory-friendly screenings

Two movie theater companies in San Antonio offer sensory-friendly screenings of first-run films. Kids and individuals who are sensitive to noise and/or light or who have trouble sitting still for long periods of time can enjoy going to the movies … Continue reading

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Our favorite Parents’ Night Out programs in San Antonio

January 15, 2015 by 1 Comment
Our favorite Parents' Night Out Programs in San Antonio

Having a regular, trustworthy babysitter is one of a parent’s greatest assets. But sometimes, sitters aren’t available when you need a night out on the town. Or, you’d like a date night out with your significant other without paying $12 an hour for … Continue reading

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ideas for kids of all ages

January 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Ideas for kids of all ages, in San Antonio and beyond

As Martin Luther King, Jr. Day approaches -- it's Monday, January 19, this year -- you may wonder how to honor the legacy of Dr. King with your children. Below are San Antonio Mom Blogs' ideas for commemorating this important day with kids of all … Continue reading

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{Giveaway} Win front-of-the-line passes for America’s Got Talent auditions in San Antonio

January 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Win passes to go to the front of the line at the America's Got Talent auditions in San Antonio!

San Antonio: do you or your kids have a special talent? A skill like no other? Do you love to entertain friends and family with your unique gift? Well, guess what? America’s Got Talent wants to see YOU in San Antonio at their auditions on Thursday, … Continue reading

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Free in San Antonio: January 2015

January 2, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Free in San Antonio: January 2015

Free fitness events across San Antonio during January from the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department. Free entrance days at National Parks (fantastic list by local blogger Heather Hernandez with GeeketteBits.com). San Antonio parks are … Continue reading

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