Community Calendar

AACOG Area Agency on Aging and Community Partners would like to invite you to attend the Health Wellness Pop Up Day scheduled for Feb. 27, 2026 between 9 AM & 3 PM. This event will focus on:
• Vitals (i.e., blood pressure, heart rate, Body Mass Index, Oxygen)
• Vision Screening
• Hearing Evaluation
• Oral Assessment
• Diabetes Awareness
• Foot Care
• Prescription Review
The Area Agency on Aging and Community Partners hope to encourage healthy choice in support of independent living.

LaTEAda Tea House offers fun, free, and friendly networking open to everyone. We will have monthly speakers and a chance to introduce yourself, your business, and make lasting connections that will propel us all forward.

Arrival time is fluid and the speaker will begin at 9:45 followed by introductions and conversation. As always, bring a friend and come hungry and thirsty and ready to discover something new!

The Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest 2026 invites Texans of all ages to reflect on their mental health and share what it means to them through creative expression.

Hosted by the Texas Institute for Excellence in Mental Health, this statewide contest is open to all Texas residents—from elementary students to adults. Participants are invited to respond to the theme “What Does Mental Health Mean to You?” through traditional art, digital art, photography, or writing.

Mental health is shaped by personal experiences, culture, and community. By encouraging creative reflection, the contest creates space for people to tell their stories, explore emotional well-being, and contribute to broader conversations about mental health across Texas. Submissions may address topics such as stress, healing, resilience, relationships, or everyday moments that influence mental well-being.

Selected works may be featured in virtual and in-person galleries, offering opportunities for learning, connection, and public dialogue.

Eligibility: Open to all Texas residents, youth and adults
Submission period: January 15 – March 31, 2026
Learn more: https://www.tiemh.org/artscontest/

The Governor's Community Achievement Awards (GCAA) recognize Texas communities that are turning ideas into measurable impact through environmental stewardship, beautification, and collaboration. From small towns to larger cities, past winners have used this program to strengthen partnerships, elevate local projects, and tell a compelling story about their community's work.

Applications are now open and close on March 12. Visit the GCAA webpage to explore past winners, see what makes a strong application, and learn how your community can get involved.

Keep Texas Beautiful is a Texan by Nature conservation partner.

LibraryPalooza is a festival where middle and high school students can meet seven popular Young Adult authors who write for teens. Books to be autographed can be brought from home or purchased at the event from the Nowhere Bookshop pop-up store.
This year's featured authors are:

• L.M. Elliott
• Huda Fahmy
• Chloe Gong
• E. Lockhart
• Amber McBride
• Scott Reintgen
• Samantha van Leer

This event is free and open to the public, and no advanced registration is required.

Join us every Saturday morning for Story Hour where are very own Ms Leslie will read to your little ones, followed by a craft activity.

Ages 3-8. Parents must stay with kiddos during Story Hour.

Pullman Market, the expansive award-winning market and culinary hub at Pearl in San Antonio from Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group, is hosting its Charity Chili Cook-Off, a bold celebration of San Antonio’s vibrant food scene. The outdoor event brings together local restaurants, chefs and chili aficionados competing for top honors while guests enjoy unlimited chili samples, live music and more. Live music will be provided by the Mark Odom Band, and the full list of Pullman Market Charity Chili Cook-Off participants will be announced early next month.

A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation, supporting scholarships and resources for the next generation of hospitality, tourism and culinary professionals in the community.

***Registration is required***

Join sound artist Armando Estrada for an immersive oral history workshop celebrating San Antonio’s culture and heritage. Through group discussions and hands-on activities, you’ll learn basic audio recording techniques and the process of collecting and archiving oral histories. Participants will share their recordings on The Empower House 101.5 FM or at a community listening party.

The workshop is offered on three dates (2/28, 4/18 & 5/16); each date is the same workshop with a different cohort. Register for your date of choice on specifically dated listing.

Join us for an afternoon of classical music! We will be joined by Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher, as a stop of his national tour as he shares music from his newly released CD as well as an assortment of other classical pieces.

This event consists of an approximately 70 minute concert with a short break. After the performance we invite attendees to mingle and enjoy refreshments.

Please register online to ensure we have enough seating!

The Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest 2026 invites Texans of all ages to reflect on their mental health and share what it means to them through creative expression.

Hosted by the Texas Institute for Excellence in Mental Health, this statewide contest is open to all Texas residents—from elementary students to adults. Participants are invited to respond to the theme “What Does Mental Health Mean to You?” through traditional art, digital art, photography, or writing.

Mental health is shaped by personal experiences, culture, and community. By encouraging creative reflection, the contest creates space for people to tell their stories, explore emotional well-being, and contribute to broader conversations about mental health across Texas. Submissions may address topics such as stress, healing, resilience, relationships, or everyday moments that influence mental well-being.

Selected works may be featured in virtual and in-person galleries, offering opportunities for learning, connection, and public dialogue.

Eligibility: Open to all Texas residents, youth and adults
Submission period: January 15 – March 31, 2026
Learn more: https://www.tiemh.org/artscontest/