During the third weekend of April, some San Antonio-area residents have opportunities to learn about proposed bond issues and other civic projects affecting their respective community. There will also be more recreational events, including Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations.
April 20
Shavano Park officials will host another town hall meeting about the city’s proposed $10 million road improvement bond, which local voters will consider in the May 7 election. 6 p.m. Free. City Hall, 900 Saddletree Court, Shavano Park. www.shavanopark.org/news_detail_T2_R252.php
April 21
The city of San Antonio will have a public meeting about the city’s proposed $1.2 billion bond issue, which local voters will see in the May 7 election. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Community Bible Church main worship center, 2477 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio. www.sanantonio.gov/2022bond
April 21-23
Musicians with the San Antonio Symphony will present concerts conducted by Stefan Sanders, featuring the music of Verdi, Debussy, Tchaikovsky and Beethoven. The Saturday morning family-friendly show will have an abbreviated performance without intermission. 7:30 p.m. (April 21 and 22), 10 a.m. (April 23). $20 per person (evening concerts), free (Saturday morning show). First Baptist Church, 515 McCullough Ave., San Antonio. www.mosasperformancefund.org
April 22
San Antonio District 9 City Council Member John Courage will sponsor a public screening of the movie “Sing 2” at Blossom Park. Attendees are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets, and snacks. There also will be food trucks. 7:45 p.m. (showtime). Free (admission). Blossom Park, 15015 Heimer Road, San Antonio
April 22
The 14th annual On and Off Fredericksburg Road Studio Tour opening reception features previews of the studios of the more than 50 event participants. There will also be refreshments, entertainment and family-friendly art activities. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $10-$15. Bihl Haus Arts, 2803 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio. 210-383-9723. www.onandofffred.org
April 23
City of Shavano Park’s Earth Day/Arbor Day celebration returns as an in-person event, involving vendors, food trucks, a magic show, a 1-mile nature walk, children’s crafts, pony rides and a petting zoo. Residents also have an opportunity to shred documents, and recycle batteries and electronics. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). 900 Saddletree Court, Shavano Park. 210-493-3478. www.shavanopark.org/news_detail_T2_R254.php
April 23
Master Naturalist Jerry Morrisey of the Native Plant Society leads visitors to Hardberger Park on a nature walk. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring some water to drink. 8-10:30 a.m. Free. Meet at the Urban Ecology Center, 8400 NW Military Hwy., San Antonio. 210-492-7472. www.philhardbergerpark.org/calendar-events/virtual-nature-talk-wildflowers-in-hardberger
April 23
The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department presents the city’s official Earth Day event, featuring more than 50 environmental organizations, hands-on family activities, free tree adoptions, dance and musical performances, refreshments, a free fitness in the park class and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). Woodlawn Lake Park, 1103 Cincinnati Ave., San Antonio. www.sanantonio.gov/ParksAndRec/News-Events/Earth-Day
April 23
The UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry and the Oral Cancer Foundation will host the San Antonio Oral Cancer Walk. The event recognizes Oral Cancer Awareness Month and raises awareness and funding for new and ongoing oral cancer research, educational programs, public policy advocacy and survivor support. Online preregistration closes at noon April 22. 7 a.m.-noon. $30 (preregistered walkers), $35 (on event day), free (for oral cancer survivors and children age 5 and younger), $15 (ages 6-10). Center for Oral Health Care and Research, UT Health San Antonio, 8210 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio. https://oralcancerfoundation.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=824
April 24
Antiques at Broadway and FunkyRelic will present the Alamo Heights Market, featuring several home and garden vendors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). Arcadia Grove Shopping Center parking lot, 5226 Broadway St., San Antonio. 210-826-7600. www.facebook.com/events/485264213051424
