Neighborhood News

07/22/2025

We have risen to 4th place!!! Please vote for this fabulous magazine that we do for the City of Bulverde! Thank you!!

We've been nominated! Please vote for the Front Porch News as the Best of Bulverde-Spring Branch! We are in the Best Advertising/Marketing category. Please scan the QR code in the graphic or click this link to vote (you'll have to "sign up," but it's just a couple of clicks of information). Thanks everyone! Here's the link: https://www.bestofbsb.com/category/7717/best-advertising-marketing/30225/the-front-porch-news

07/22/2025

District 7: Back to School is here!

Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito and Team District 7 invite you and your family to join us for our annual Back-to-School event! This is all about celebrating our students and helping families gear up for a successful school year. Come out for a morning of resources, activities, and community connection.

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, August 2, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Sul Ross Middle School (3630 Callaghan Rd.)

What to Look Forward To:
🎒 Free backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last)
🥕 Free produce bags from the San Antonio Food Bank
🩺 Free health screenings, including optional liver screenings from the Texas Liver Institute (fasting required)
🎶 Music, family-friendly activities, and local resources to explore

Thank You to Our Community Partners:
💠 Community First Health Plans (Premier Sponsor)
💠 San Antonio Apartment Association
💠 Commissioner Justin Rodriguez
💠 CPS Energy
💠 Blue Cares SAPOA Outreach
💠 San Antonio Professional Fire Fighters Association
💠 San Antonio Food Bank
💠 UT Health San Antonio
💠 Texas Liver Institute

Please Note:
This event is open to District 7 residents only. Proof of address (recent mail, utility bill, etc.) will be required at check-in.

We can’t wait to see you there as we come together to support our students and celebrate the start of a new school year! 🎉

07/22/2025

💼 Want to help shape the future of Helotes?

The Helotes Economic Development Corporation is accepting applications for its Board of Directors now through August 15!

We're looking for individuals with experience in:
• Economic or commercial development
• Real estate
• Banking or finance
• Public-Private Partnerships
• Small business ownership

If you're passionate about growing our local economy, apply today at www.helotesedc.com.

07/22/2025

🎬 You’re invited! Join us for the HEB Our Texas, Our Future Film Series Screening at the World Heritage Center!

Celebrate Texas! Enjoy five inspiring short films showcasing breathtaking Big Bend, lush pine forests, the stunning Gulf Coast, and our state’s incredible wildlife. These films are a celebration of the landscapes, wildlife, history, and the dedicated people working to protect our Texas State Parks.

🗓️ Thursday, July 24
🕕Time: 6 to 8 p.m. (Doors open at 5:45 p.m.)
📍Location: World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78214
🎟️Free and Open to the Public

Enjoy refreshments from HEB and grab special HEB Activity Books for the kids! 📚

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07/21/2025

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07/21/2025

Avoid walking your pets in extreme heat — their paws and bodies are more sensitive than you think. Early mornings or evenings are best for safe, happy walks! 🐕🚶‍♂️

07/18/2025

07/18/2025

Tomorrow, July 19th is Family Saturday at Contemporary at Blue Star from 1pm - 4pm! ⭐️

Calling all families: The Contemporary welcomes visitors of all-ages to an art-making afternoon packed with activities like button-making, paper marbling, and more!⁠
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Hands-on Activities Include:⁠
- Create unique rubbings with artist Jason Willome ⁠
- Collaborate with Nadia Botello for paper-marbling⁠
- Make a kaleidoscope with Rosie Reid⁠
- Create a button and god’s eye (yarn weavings) with Contemporary staff⁠
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This event is free and open to all!

07/18/2025

Friday, July 18th - All trails are OPEN.

07/18/2025

🎲✨ BUNCO NIGHT + SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE! ✨🎒
Grab your dice and your favorite school supplies — it’s time for a night of fun that gives back!

📅 Date: July 26, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
📍 Location: 209 Lemonwood Drive - Castle Hills Community Room

Join us for a lively Bunco Night where laughter, prizes, and community spirit take center stage! 🎁💃
Entry Fee: $3.00

🖍️Bring new school supplies to help local elementary students start the year off strong — think notebooks, pencils, backpacks, glue sticks, and more! 📚✏️

Let's roll the dice and make a difference together! 💛