San Antonio is a city that loves to celebrate the richness of its diversity by embracing its people, culture, and unique history through city-wide events for everyone to attend.

Today, we're highlighting one of the biggest summits in the Alamo City. Now in its 10th year and inspired by the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., DreamWeek is rooted in civil and civic engagement with a goal to make a difference by creating an environment where all can come together to learn, discuss ideas + issues in an effort to create a better future for all.

While there are 200+ events in the month of January — check out the official DreamWeek booklet — here are four to inspire you to be the change.

Past and Present African Americans Contribution Tour | Wed., Jan. 13 | 6-9 p.m. | San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum, 218 S. Presa | $35 | Join SAAACAM for a 90-minute river barge tour and learn about the historical contributions of past + present African Americans in the heart of the city.

DreamHour Speaker Series | Fri., Jan 15 + Fri., Jan 22-Sat., Jan. 23 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Multiple locations | Free | Sit down and listen to eight local leaders every hour as they discuss important topics that impact the community and its future. Pro tip: Click the link and type in “DreamHour Speaker Series” for a list of speakers.

In the Kitchen with Black Restaurant Week | Sat., Jan. 22 | Virtual | Free | Experience discussions and demonstrations from local Black professionals + tastemakers in the culinary field.

For more information on how you can support DreamWeek’s mission + a list of the 200+ events, you can visit its website.

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EVENTS

Today

Mood Board Workshop | Thurs., Jan. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Mercury Project, 538 Roosevelt Ave. | $30 | Enjoy an evening full of visioning, glue sticks, and laughter while setting intentional goals for 2022. ☯️
FIP Bootcamp | Thurs., Jan. 6 | 6 p.m. | Dawson Robert Community Center, 2500 E. Commerce | Free | Get your heart rate up with a class geared towards increasing endurance, power, strength, stamina, and speed. 👟
Art Club Online | Thurs., Jan. 6 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join other creatives and work on current projects, chat about art, or simply watch the creative tutorial. 🖌️

Friday

Mental Health Fair | Fri., Jan. 7 | 2 p.m.-6 p.m. | 10807 Perrin Beitel Rd. | Free | Join this family-friendly event featuring health + wellness organizations across Bexar County to learn about services and resources available in the community. 🆓
First Friday | Fri., Jan. 7 | 5-11:30 p.m. | Brick at Bluestar | Free | Shop local artisans + vendors at this creative market in the heart of Southtown. 🛍️

Saturday

Conscious Conversations Storytime | Sat., Jan. 8 | 10 a.m. | Free | Hemisfair Park | Put your listening ears on and enjoy + explore the issues of stereotyping in a kid-friendly way with the family. 📕
US Army All-American Bowl | Sat., Jan. 8 | 8 p.m. | Alamodome | $11+ | Cheer on 100 of the best HS football players in the country. 🏈
SA Collectors Expo | Sat., Jan. 8-Sun., Jan. 9 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center | $10+ | Head on over to the convention center to buy, sell + trade sports cards, comics, and so much more. 🃏

Sunday

Modern Brush Calligraphy Workshop | Sun., Jan. 9 | Party Hat Studio + Balloon Bar, 555 W. Bitters Rd. | $70 | Learn the art of calligraphy and add that special touch to your everyday life. ✒️
San Antonio Bridal Extravaganza | Sun., Jan. 9 | Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center | $15+ | Plan your big day with local wedding vendors, photographers, event planners + more at this Bridal Extravaganza. 💍

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

JANUARY EVENT CALENDAR

NEWS NOTES

Weather

67º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain

Trending

When the news about Splashtown closing after 37 years was announced, we were devastated. Now six months later, the Youtube channel “Unknown Ventures” takes you inside the abandoned San Antonio Waterpark — and it is eerie. The City Council approved a zoning change in October that would allow a car dealership to be built on the property. 💧

Eat

Popular Jewish diner The Hayden is set to appear on the Cooking Channel’s Food Paradise show. The restaurant announced on Facebook that they would be featured in the “Retro Remix” episode on Wed., Jan. 26. They will host a live watch party from 8-10 p.m. — reservations encouraged. 🍽️

Cause

Local business Tightwad Thrift is asking for donations for its Blanket Drive. The goal is to raise $250 to provide those in need in the community a blanket + warm meal. The deadline to donate is Fri., Jan 7th and collections will be distributed the following day. 🛏️

Health

If you live in District 3 or 4, UIW School of Medicine will be hosting a free orthopedic clinic Sat., Jan. 8. This pop-up event will be giving qualified patients hip and knee arthritis evaluations + a written diagnosis and options for a treatment plan. To see if you qualify for this health screening, you can direct message here. 🩺
San Antonio Metro Health is hosting a no-cost Diabetes Prevention Program for Alamo City residents. The free initiative is a 12-month program providing classes that will teach healthy eating and fitness tips. You can find out if you qualify for the program and register by phone at (210) 207-8054 or by email. 💊

Film

Mission Marquee is asking for San Antonio residents' input on this year’s outdoor movie programming. The film recommendation has to be family-friendly with ratings that include G, PG, and PG-13. Suggestions can be emailed to Meagan.lozano@sanantonio.gov by February 11. 🎥

Announced

San Antonio Public Library + The Holocaust Memorial Museum of San Antonio will host the 10th annual “The Holocaust: Learn & Remember series” now until Thurs., Jan. 27. This year’s programming will include presentations from family members of Holocaust survivors, historians, authors + more. You can learn more about the series here.

DYK

Did you know that Alamo Colleges and the City of San Antonio have a job program to help you get back into the workforce? Jobs SA is a paid training and education program you can do in-person and online. They currently offer classes that include Certified Nursing Assistant to Google IT Support. 💼

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📸 @rosiethebicycle

Remember we introduced you to Rosie the Bicycle and her adventures around the Alamo City? Well, she’s back with another pedal-worthy art exhibit.

For the entire month of January you can check out Rosie’s latest art show at La Tuna Icehouse, 100 Probandt St. If you really like one of the installations you can purchase it to take home too — 100% of proceeds will go back to the Migrant Ministry of San Antonio Mennonite Church initiative to help asylum seekers and immigrant families.

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THE WRAP

Editor's Pick: Cold weather is finally here and that means I’m ready for soup season. My go-to: Ito-Ramen’s Tokyo Spicy Pork Ramen with a level 3 spice. 🔥

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