Community Calendar

Reach for the Stars Gala is to empower young artists and musicians in underserved school districts. Proceeds fuel life-changing initiatives that provide opportunities for middle and high school students to grow through music and the arts:
• MusicBEAT Arts Scholarship Program – Awarded to outstanding high school students pursuing studies in the arts, helping them take the next step toward their dreams.
• Palettes for Painters Art Supplies Drive – Supplying essential art tools to ensure creativity isn’t limited by financial barriers.
• Feel the Beat Musical Instruments Giveaway – Providing middle school students from low-income families with their very first instruments as they begin their journey in band and music programs.
• Tejanos Toy Drive
Partnering with Walmart to collect donations and new unwrapped toys for children with families in financial hardship this holiday season.

Tickets must be purchased only. Each ticket includes: Hors D'oeuvres ~ Dance Floor Access ~ Cash Bar ~ Meet & Greet ~ Free Parking

Enjoy a few games of Holiday Lotería with super-sized bingo cards and chips! Token holiday themed prizes will be awarded to each game winner. The target audience for this program is adults 50+ years of age.

The Bugs, Bikes, & Botany: Nature Adventure Kit Program invites families to experience the Mission Reach from a whole new angle—a bug’s-eye view! Brought to you by the San Antonio River Foundation, BiblioTech and San Antonio BCycle, with support from PeopleForBikes and the Better Bike Share Partnership, this program is your ticket to a wilder side of San Antonio, where each bike ride introduces you to both our city’s unique nature and the perks of using BCycle, San Antonio’s bikeshare system.

Come and enjoy a game of Holiday Lotería with super-sized bingo cards and chips! Token holiday themed prizes will be awarded to each game winner.

Join the Hill Country Poets Monthly Open Mic. Come share your work - Read a favorite poem - or just come and listen. Wonderful food and drinks available from Richter Boerne. Meet with us every 2nd Thursday next to the Boerne Book Shop. Everyone welcome.

Trash and Treasure Sale - St. Mark Women's Guild
St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church - Event Center -Bldg. 14
1602 Thousand Oaks Dr. , SA Tx 78232
Fri. Dec. 12 | 8am-3:30pm
Sat. Dec. 13 | 8am-4:00pm
Sun. Dec. 14 | 8am-2:30pm (1/2 Price Sunday)
Collectibles, jewelry, select furniture, kitchenware, china, glassware, holiday items, home decor, and more

The Bugs, Bikes, & Botany: Nature Adventure Kit Program invites families to experience the Mission Reach from a whole new angle—a bug’s-eye view! Brought to you by the San Antonio River Foundation, BiblioTech and San Antonio BCycle, with support from PeopleForBikes and the Better Bike Share Partnership, this program is your ticket to a wilder side of San Antonio, where each bike ride introduces you to both our city’s unique nature and the perks of using BCycle, San Antonio’s bikeshare system.

Holidays on Houston Street returns for its third year, transforming Downtown San Antonio’s most historic and charming corridor into a festive wonderland.

From December 5 through December 14, visitors can stroll beneath dazzling lights, enjoy seasonal activities, and immerse themselves in holiday cheer at every turn. This year’s celebration delivers a more immersive experience, offering a full week of events leading up to the Holiday Market Weekend on December 12–14. Enjoy special events, enhanced décor, and unforgettable moments for all ages.

Over 393,000 mini-LED lights will illuminate 100+ trees, creating a breathtaking canopy of holiday glow. Each intersection will feature special lighting, while oversized ornaments and wreaths will adorn the lampposts, adding festive charm along the sidewalks.

Market Hours:
Friday 4-9pm
Saturday 10am-9pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

Trash and Treasure Sale - St. Mark Women's Guild
St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church - Event Center -Bldg. 14
1602 Thousand Oaks Dr. , SA Tx 78232
Fri. Dec. 12 | 8am-3:30pm
Sat. Dec. 13 | 8am-4:00pm
Sun. Dec. 14 | 8am-2:30pm (1/2 Price Sunday)
Collectibles, jewelry, select furniture, kitchenware, china, glassware, holiday items, home decor, and more

Bexar Branches Alliance is excited to partner with the City of Leon Valley for a second tree planting along the Huebner Creek Greenway Trail on December 13, 2025. This planting replaces trees lost since the initial planting in October 2024 and adds new trees to expand the trail’s canopy.

This effort is a critical step toward Leon Valley’s goal of planting 10,000 trees. Every tree planted improves air quality, provides shade, supports biodiversity, and strengthens community resilience. By participating, volunteers of all ages can make a tangible impact on their neighborhoods and help build a healthier, greener future for everyone.

Even if you cannot join in person, there are many ways to support this effort. Donations, sponsorships, and program registrations all help Bexar Branches Alliance continue planting and preserving trees across the region. Programs like Trees and Torque and the BBA 5K give supporters opportunities to contribute while enjoying fun, educational, and community-centered events.