Community Calendar

Drawn primarily from the McNay’s outstanding collection of works on paper, this exhibition highlights the extraordinary creativity in 19th-century France, a time when we also rarely consider that printed images were subject to censorship laws—particularly between 1820 and 1880. In fact, some of this creativity was strategy to subvert and work around existing laws. The exhibition features critical images by Honoré Daumier and Édouard Manet in the context of prints made by their peers and later artists. The latter group includes Pablo Picasso, José Clemente Orozco, José Guadalupe Posada, who were inspired by how artists such as Manet and Daumier dealt with government censorship and used caricature to make protest art. In addition, more recent works by activist Guerrilla Girls and Donald Moffett add a contemporary lens to the presentation.

"Do Not Meddle With It!!: Print Censorship in 19th Century Paris" is organized for the McNay Art Museum by Elizabeth Kathleen Mitchell, Ph.D., Curator of Prints and Drawings.

Support is provided by the Elizabeth Huth Coates Charitable Foundation of 1992.

O’ Powa O’ Meng—”I came here, I got here, I’m still going”— is how Jody Folwell describes, in her Tewa language, her personal journey with pottery. A contemporary artist from Kha’p’o Owingeh (also known as Santa Clara Pueblo, in New Mexico), she is among the most significant and influential clay artists of her generation. Across five decades of artistic practice, Folwell has revolutionized contemporary Pueblo pottery with energetic, avant-garde innovations of form, content, and design that have influenced younger generations of Pueblo potters. This exhibition presents iconic works that demonstrate the arc of Folwell’s trailblazing career and place her within the canon of contemporary American art.

"O’ Powa O’ Meng: The Art and Legacy of Jody Folwell" is organized by the Fralin Museum of Art and the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Major support for the national tour and exhibition catalogue is provided by the Terra Foundation for American Art. Curator-in-charge at the McNay Art Museum is Lauren Thompson, Curator of Exhibitions.

Support is provided by the Elizabeth Huth Coates Charitable Foundation of 1992; the Flora Crichton Visiting Artist Fund; Ewing Halsell Foundation, Louis A. and Francis B. Wagner Endowment; and the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.

Mindful Flow Yoga
with Mobile Om
Fourth Saturday of every month, 10a-11a

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT SPONSORED BY H-E-B and UNIVERSITY HEALTH

Find your balance and build strength with Mindful Flow Yoga, a 60-minute class that combines purposeful poses, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques. Whether you’re new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, this session offers a welcoming environment for all levels. Suitable for all ages and abilities, this class will leave you feeling balanced and centered.

Duration: 60 minutes
Where: Will Naylor Riverwalk Plaza at The Tobin Center (weather permitting; indoor location TBA during inclement weather).
What to Bring/Wear: A yoga mat or towel, comfortable clothing you can stretch in, and water to stay hydrated.
Free Parking: Free parking is available from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the surface lot located at the corner of 4th Street and Auditorium Circle (142 Auditorium Circle). Additional street parking may be available.
Join us to strengthen your body, calm your mind, and connect with others in a welcoming, supportive environment.

The San Antonio Art League + Museum (SAAL+M) proudly announces acclaimed fiber artist Susie Monday as its 2025 Artist of the Year, honoring her visionary work and lifelong contributions to the arts. This prestigious award, established in 1946, celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of fiber art.
Selected by a distinguished panel of national and international jurors, Monday’s recognition marks a milestone for both the artist and the regional fiber arts community. Her work—rich with color, symbolism, and cultural storytelling—has captivated audiences and elevated textile collage and surface design to new artistic heights.

NOTE: SAAL+M is open Tue-Sat, 10 am to 3 pm.

The Briscoe is excited to invite guests and members of the museum to participate in our community Ofrenda (Altar) in celebration of Dia de los Muertos.

The Day of the Dead Holiday is thought to have grown from Indigenous origins blending with European traditions in Mexico and today is a national symbol of Mexican and Mexican-American heritage.

The Briscoe’s Ofrenda commemorates loved ones of the museum’s staff, community and the West. Museum guests and members are invited to add photos of lost loved ones and your personal offering.

10:30am-12:00pm Presentation at Mammen Family Public Library:

Join us as we learn about two of the families who lived in what is now the Guadalupe River State Park and Honey Creek State Natural Area. This presentation will consist of photographic and documentary history of the Doeppenschmidt and Weidner Families at their ranch.

12:30pm-2:30pm Optional Homestead Site Visit with Friends of Guadalupe River State Park and Honey Creek State Natural Area:

The Friends of Guadalupe River State Park and Honey Creek State Natural Area invite attendees to visit the Doeppenschmidt-Weidner Homestead at the Honey Creek State Natural Area. This trip includes a visit to Adam and Peter Doeppenschmidts’ homesteads and to the grave site of Jacob Doeppenschmidt. There will also be a conversation and discussion with Sara Weidner Turner, descendant of Otto Carl Weidner, in the picnic area in front of the old ranch house. She was a frequent visitor to her grandparents’ house back in the 1960s and has many stories to tell about her time at the ranch. This area of the State Natural Area is not open to the public except for special occasions like this. More details regarding this visit will be provided at the presentation at the library.

Join us for a full day of family fun, fall festivities, and more than 200 adoptable pets waiting to meet you. This year, we’re partnering with Daisy Cares and expanding our festival grounds to the San Antonio Food Bank to bring even more space, more activities, and more love to go around. Free general admission!

Here’s what you can expect:
Over 200 adoptable pets
Pumpkin patch and fall family photo spots
Hayrides
Foster pet parade showcasing adoptable pets
Pet costume contest
Puppy yoga sessions
Kids craft zone
Live music and food trucks
50+ local vendors and small businesses
Passport 4 Paws: take a shelter dog on a mini adventure

Adoption perks:
All adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, training support, microchip, free custom pet tags, and more. The first 100 adoptions will receive special prizes.

Early Access:
Start the fun before the crowds with our $25 Early Access Family Pass (good for 2 adults + children under 18). Enjoy first pick of adoptable pets, priority parking, and a few extra surprises. Limited to first 100 guests.

We’re ready to make Dogtober 2025 our biggest adoption event yet. Admission is free and all families are welcome. Let’s find loving homes for hundreds of pets—together.

***Registration is required***

Join the San Antonio Public Library online and learn how to start uncovering your family’s genealogy. Get tips on where to start your research and learn how to use Census records to start unlocking the answers to your past.

Transplants for Children will be hosting our 5th Annual Trunk or Treat on October 25 2025.
Come out for free food, over 40 trunks, costume competition, and music! Don't miss out on this FREE event!

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.