Two plays, a book festival and performance by youth orchestras headline events in and around San Antonio during the weekend of May 19-22.

May 19-20

Johnson High School theater students will present one-act plays directed by JHS senior theater students at the campus auditorium. Patrons are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing where possible. 7 p.m. $10-$15. 23203 Bulverde Road, San Antonio. 210-356-0400. www.johnsontheatre.com

May 20-June 12

Public Theater of San Antonio performs the romantic musical “She Loves Me.” The show is about Amalia and Georg, clerks in a 1930s European perfumery who may not see eye to eye. But after they individually answer a “lonely hearts advertisement” in the newspaper, Amalia and Georg grow to enjoy exchanging love letters with their respective secret admirer. However, that path leads to an unexpected outcome. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.), 2 pm. (Sun.). $15-$45. 210-733-7258. www.thepublicsa.org/currentseason



May 20-31

Niche store at Pearl, celebrating its 25th anniversary, hosts a fashion gallery featuring highlights from 25 years of Niche collections. Guests can also shop special reissues of some of the most beloved styles from seasons past. Garments will be on view during store hours and open to the public. Store is open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays. Free admission. 302 Pearl Parkway, Ste. 112, San Antonio. www.nicheatpearl.com

May 21

The 10th annual San Antonio Book Festival returns as an in-person event, featuring appearances by authors such as Jericho Brown, Julia Glass, Margo Jefferson, Natalie Diaz and Emma Straub; book signings; children’s activities; and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Central Library and Southwest School of Art, 600 Soledad St., San Antonio. 210-701-8370. www.sabookfestival.org


May 21

Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy presents “Growing Up Wild: Bloomin’ Blossoms” where attendees, especially children ages 3-7, may learn about the different parts of a flower, varieties of flowers, and how important flowers are to wildlife. 1-2:30 p.m. Free (registration is required). Phil Hardberger Park Salado Outdoor Classroom, 13203 Blanco Road, San Antonio. 210-492-7472. www.philhardbergerpark.org

May 22

Phil Hardberger, retired judge and former San Antonio mayor, will discuss and sign copies of his new book, “Phil Hardberger Park: A Story in Photographs.” 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. Twig Book Shop, 306 Pearl Parkway, Ste 106, San Antonio.


May 22

San Antonio Food and Wine Alliance will raise funds from an event designed to launch the Sunset Series of night markets featuring independent and emerging chefs. Each Sunset Series market will focus on a different theme of cuisine. In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Sunset Series kicks off with a tribute to Asian cuisine. 4-7 p.m. $45. Cherrity Bar, 302 Montana St., San Antonio. www.sanantoniofoodandwinealliance.org

May 22

Youth Orchestras of San Antonio presents "YOSApalooza," its season finale featuring all 10 YOSA orchestras together for one concert at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio. www.tobincenter.org/yosapalooza


May 22

Topaz Dentistry takes part in Sharing Smiles Day by offering free dental care to uninsured children and their families. Patients age 19 and older are required to preregister for treatment. Treatments will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and treatment offerings will be determined by the dentist. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Topaz Dentistry, 5601 Bandera Road, Leon Valley, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Topaz Dentistry, 3850 S. New Braunfels Ave. www.sharingsmilesday.com/care

May 26

Copa Wine Bar and Tasting Room’s monthly wine and dine event, which this time is themed “Copa’s Greatest Hits,” features four of the most popular dishes from the last year’s worth of wine and dine activities. Guests may indulge in a four-course meal with a wine pairing for $75 per person. Beer pairings are also available in place of wine. Reservations are required. 5-9 p.m. Free admission. 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Ste 704, San Antonio. 210-495-2672. www.thecopawinebar.com