Two plays, a Jewish film festival, two art exhibits and the beginning of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo are among events scheduled around time the second weekend of February.

Now through Feb. 12

Public Theater of San Antonio performs “Nina Simone: Four Women,” a play that uses famed singer Nina Simone’s songs to give voice to a group of women suffering self-hatred the day after a bomb kills four girls in a Birmingham, Alabama, church on Sept. 16, 1963. Shows 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday through Feb. 12. $15-$45. 800 W. Ashby Place, San Antonio. www.thepublicsa.org

Now through Feb. 25

Full Goods Diner at Pearl hosts Full Goods at Night, a limited time music series featuring San Antonio DJs and a specially curated food and drink menu only available at night. Shows are 6-10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday through Feb. 25. Free admission. 200 E. Grayson St., Ste. 120. 210-819-4226. www.fullgoodsdiner.com



Now through March 5

The Magik Theater hosts performances of “The Hero Twins: Blood Race” through March 5. The family friendly play, which explores issues such as prejudice and perseverance, follows the female protagonist Moth and her twin brother Cricket as they vie to win the Blood Race and determine the ruling class. 2 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. $18.50-$22.50; free for children age 2 and under. www.magiktheatre.org/the-hero-twins

Now through Nov. 17

San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture presents the “Between Yesterday & Tomorrow: Perspectives from Black Contemporary Artists of San Antonio” exhibition, featuring works by local Black artists who are sharing their cultural and life experiences through their work. Special events are scheduled as part of the exhibit during its run, which lasts through Nov. 17. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Culture Commons Gallery, Plaza de Armas Building, 115 Plaza de Armas, San Antonio. www.sanantonio.gov/arts


Feb. 9-19

Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio will hold its 22nd Jewish Film Festival, featuring screenings of select Jewish cinematic works. Showtimes vary. Single tickets: $12-$15 per screening. 12500 N.W. Military Highway, San Antonio. www.jccsanantonio.org/filmfestival

Feb. 9-26

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo features a variety of events, mainly at the AT&T Center, Freeman Coliseum and Expo Hall, including rodeo competitions, exhibitions and concerts, a livestock show, a western art contest, a carnival, and more. Event proceeds help to support scholarships for area students. Times and admission fees vary. East Houston Street and AT&T Center Parkway, San Antonio. www.sarodeo.com


Feb. 9-July 2

San Antonio Department of Arts and Culture presents "Soy de Tejas: A Statewide Survey of Latinx Art" at Centro de Artes Gallery. The exhibit features 40 contemporary native Texas and Texas-based Latinx artists and is composed of more than 100 works of art. An opening reception takes place 6-10 p.m. Feb. 9. The exhibit ends July 2. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Friday 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon-5 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday. Free. 210-206-2787. www.getcreativesanantonio.com/Galleries/Centro-de-Artes

Feb. 11

Bee Pawsitive Husky Rescue will have a “Pooches and Smooches” Valentine’s Day-themed pet adoption event at Hops and Hounds. 3-7 p.m. Free admission. 13838 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antonio. www.facebook.com/BeePawsitiveHuskyRescue


Feb. 11

The 10th San Antonio Coffee Festival has dozens of vendors serving up different kinds of coffee alongside food, music and educational workshops. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $15-$35. Travis Park, 301 E. Travis St., San Antonio. www.sacoffeefest.com

Feb. 11

City of San Antonio invites the community to learn about summer parks and recreation department job opportunities in a city summer job fair. Roles range from lifeguard, administrative associate, community services specialist, recreation specialist to recreation instructor, recreation assistant and pool supervisor. Attendees can learn about summer jobs, chat with hiring managers, receive assistance with completing their job applications and interview on the spot. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Gilbert Garza Community Center, 1450 Mira Vista, San Antonio. 210-207-8705. www.sanantonio.gov/hr/CareerCenter


Feb. 11

Spay-Neuter-Inject-Protect San Antonio will have a Valentine’s Day-themed pet adoption event at Whole Earth Provision Co. Noon-4 p.m. Free admission. 255 E. Basse Road, San Antonio. www.snipsa.org

Feb. 11 and 12

St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church will host a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser from Knights of Columbus Council 7613 and a women’s guild bake sale after Feb. 11 evening mass and after morning and noon masses Feb. 12. Times vary. Free admission. 1602 Thousand Oaks Blvd., San Antonio. 210-494-1606. www.stmarkevangelist.com

Feb. 12

The Weekend Market at Arbor Park Shopping Center presents a Valentine’s Day-themed pop-up market in the retail center’s parking lot, featuring several area small businesses and artisans as well as food and music. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. 17700 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio. www.facebook.com/theweekendmarketatarborpark

Feb. 12

Pearl will have Valentine’s Day-themed pet events: Alamo City Pit Bull Rescue will offer opportunities for pet adoptions and photos noon-4 p.m. at La Gloria restaurant. Spay-Neuter-Inject-Protect San Antonio will have a pet adoption event as well as a raffle 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Hotel Emma. Times vary. Free admission. 303 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio. www.snipsa.org www.alamocitypitbull.org

Feb. 14

Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy presents “Art in the Park: Native Floral Embroidery,” a class where attendees will take a short nature walk and be inspired for embroidery activity. No art experience necessary. Registration is required. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water to drink. 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway, San Antonio. www.philhardbergerpark.org/calendar-events/art-in-park-nature-embroidery