Aug 31 Sunday
Ruby City proudly presents Synthesis & Subversion Redux, an exhibition celebrating the legacy of Frances Jean Colpitt and the evolving conversation around Latinx art. This new exhibition revisits Colpitt’s groundbreaking 1996 show, Synthesis and Subversion: A Latino Direction in San Antonio Art, and its influence on contemporary art practices today.In 1996, Colpitt brought together a group of San Antonio-based artists—Jesse Amado, David Padilla Cabrera, Alejandro Diaz, Franco Mondini-Ruiz, Ana de Portela, and Chuck Ramirez—who explored identity, abstraction, and the everyday through conceptual approaches. The exhibition challenged norms and sparked critical debate, becoming a pivotal moment in San Antonio’s art history.
Now, nearly 30 years later, Redux builds on Colpitt’s vision while reflecting the profound changes in the art world since then. Curated by two Latinas in leadership roles at major institutions, Ruby City Director, Elyse A. Gonzales, and Curator of Latinx Art at the McNay Art Museum, Mia Lopez, Redux showcases the work of five contemporary artists: Juan Carlos Escobedo, Jenelle Esparza, Bárbara Miñarro, Angeles Salinas, and José Villalobos. These artists bring fresh perspectives to themes of identity, memory, and culture, often through craft-informed practices that incorporate textiles, personal history, and connections to the U.S.-Mexico border.
The exhibition will be on view from February 15, 2024 through September 28, 2025 at Studio, located inside Chris Park (111 Camp Street).
This is a call for much needed volunteers for community events we host on the Southeast side of San Antonio, Texas! All our events are open to the public and to all of San Antonio. Our goal is to help bring much needed resource vendors to our neck of the woods and help support the many small businesses that make up our beautiful city! We are always in need of Volunteers to help with this events, from greeting attendees, answering questions, helping with event setup, giveaways, etc.
Our volunteer opportunities offer community service hours as well!
If you are interested please reach out to us via email MonteViejoEventServices@gmail.com or our website monteviejocommunityevents.com/about-us to get more information!
Olmos Ensemble's Summer Concert Series returns in August with a spectacular lineup of performances. Returning guest artists and new friends join the ensemble's core musicians to present chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. Guest artists include internationally renowned pianist Anton Nel, Gurwitz Piano Competition Gold Medalist Scott Cuellar and more! August 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 3pm at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio. All concerts free with donations welcome at the door, seating is open.
Broken Glass is a powerful stage play that follows a woman confronting the deep emotional wounds from her childhood. Through raw emotion and unforgettable scenes, the play explores healing, trauma, and inner strength.
Sep 01 Monday
Meet fellow local business owners and hear from local experts on a variety of topics. We meet at LaTEAda Tea House every first Monday of the month from 8:30am (soft arrival) with a guest speaker at 9am and open networking until 11 for one to ones or follow ups.
Join us each first Monday for a free, fun networking experience to start your month off right!
Emotions at Play with Pixar's Inside Out, the first interactive exhibit based on the award-winning Disney and Pixar film, helps visitors - young and old - understand the important role emotions, memory and imagination play in our everyday lives. Focusing on the five core emotions featured in the film - Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear - hands-on and digital experiences in the exhibit offer opportunities to explore some of the ways we express our emotions - and recognize emotions in others, too.
This group offers a safe and nurturing space where survivors, current battlers and their loved ones can openly discuss their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Whether sharing personal stories, offering advice, or seeking guidance, the group provides a platform for survivors and their support networks to connect, learn from one another, and find solace in knowing they are not alone. JOIN US!!
Our young adult program is for LGBTQ+ adults ages 18-24. This support program will help LGBTQ+ adults and allies come together to talk about the transition to adulthood, life events, community, health and so much more.