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New Members:
Alvidrez Architecture, Inc. represented by David Alvidrez
Besh Restaurant Group -LUKE represented by Emery Whalen
Uptown Interests, Inc. represented by Mitch McManus
Renewing Members: Acenar, LTD. represented by Stacy Graf Bohanan's represented by Scott Becker CE Group represented by Janet Holliday El Tropicana Hotel represented by James Lifshutz Hotel Contessa represented by Wende Blumberg Sheraton Gunter Hotel represented by Tony Shaffer Uptown Flowers represented by Michelle K. Cantu
To learn more about membership, become a member, or renew your membership, please visit our website or call our office at (210)225-3862
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| Upcoming SA Events |
Southwest School of Art
Trunk Show & Sale Saturday, April 30th | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gallery Shop , Navarro Campus Learn more>
Museo Alameda
The Museo Alameda will proudly present its newest exhibition Revolution & Renaissance: Mexico & San Antonio 1910 - 2010
DTA member, Marti's, has taken over the Museo Alameada gift shop, stop by and see their new shop!
San Antonio Public Library
Friday April 29: Live Well, Age Smart presents Ambassador Siv, who served as a United States ambassador to the United Nations until 2006.
San Antonio Children's Museum
Have you checked out the new Science City exhibit? Learn more> Did you know that you get one hour of free parking downtown* when you come visit the Children's Museum? Check the website for details about participating lots. 
San Antonio Museum of Art
The Missing Peace: The result of collaboration between the Committee of 100 for Tibet and the Dalai Lama Foundation, The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama will conclude a five-year tour at SAMA - an appropriate location since the Museum houses a fine collection of Himalayan Buddhist art.
> More from SAMA
Artpace
Enjoy the great spring weather outside on the patio at Taco Friday!
> More from Artpace
Main Plaza
Farmer's Market every Tuesday! featuring $5 fresh lunches!
>More from Main Plaza
Blue Star Contemporary Art Center
Save the date for Red Dot, May 26!
More from Blue Star>
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RIO TAXI
Yellow Rio Taxi Ticket
provides service through the Downtown Reach only
Hours 9am-9pm
One Way: $5
24hour Day Pass: $10
3-Day pass:$25
Red Rio Taxi Ticket
provides ervice in the Museum Reach only
Hours: 10am-8pm
24 hour pass: $10
3daypass: $25
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Looking for extra storage space downtown? The Vistana is now renting storage units. Learn more>
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Congrats to our 2011 BEST Winners!
Paula Stallcup, Chuck Ramirez, named Downtowners of the Year
 On April 1, Downtown Alliance hosted the 11th Annual Downtown's BEST Awards, recognizing the people, organizations, and places that have made significant contributions to Downtown San Antonio. Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to all of our sponsors and attendees for your support. View winners>
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District 1 Candidates Forum April 20 AIA San Antonio and Downtown Alliance to Host District 1 Candidate Forum
Please join Downtown Alliance and AIA San Antonio for a forum with candidates for District 1 on April 20 at the Center for Architecture at The Pearl. For more details, visit our website. 
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The Downtown Golf Tournament: May 23
A day on the greens to benefit Haven for Hope  On May 23, 2011, please join us for a great afternoon out of the office with fellow downtowners at the beautiful and recently renovated Brackenridge Golf Course. A portion of the tournament proceeds will be used to help fund Haven for Hope and the various educational activities undertaken by Downtown Alliance. Registration opens at 11:30am Shotgun start at 1:00pm Boxed lunch at noon, dinner
graciously provided by the RK Group after play provided. Entertainment to include hole activities and raffle with prizes! Special thanks to our tournament co-chairs Wende Blumberg of the Hotel Contessa and David Palans of Frost Bank. Learn more> |
HemisFair Meeting April 26
Wrap-up of master planning process The next public meeting to discuss the HemisFair Park Area Master Plan is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26th. Please mark your calendars and make plans to join us as we wrap-up the master planning process. The purpose of this public meeting is to present the Framework Plan which was derived from the first and second public workshops in which participants worked to identify and determine the appropriate balance of various uses including where streets and VIA streetcar routes should be located and what other types of uses should be considered for the site. Join us to hear how the planning team incorporated your ideas and provide you feedback on the Framework Plan. Learn more and RSVP>
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Downtown Living Updates
1221 Broadway to begin leasing in May
 The Cross & Co. mixed-use project at 1221 Broadway will begin leasing May 1 for residential units and says move-ins will be as soon as June 1. Amenities are to include a gym, parking, dog park, courtyard, and more. According to the
Express-News Downtown Blog, "The average size of the units at the Vistana is about 900 square feet, bringing the average rent at $1,200 a month. The average size of the units at 1221 Broadway is about 650 square feet, bringing the average rent to between $900-$950 a month. There are 52 unit types at 1221. Units will range in size from 400-square-foot studios ($610 a month) to large 1,200-square-foot two bedroom, two baths ($1,700-$1,800 a month)." Learn more>
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River. Life. Love it.
Please help keep our river clean!
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National Historic Preservation Month
The Office of Historic Preservation is pleased to announce its participation in National Preservation Month in May 2011. Across the United States communities will celebrate historic preservation through outreach programs. The National Trust for Historic Preservation has chosen the theme, "Celebrating America's Treasures" for 2011. A new event this year will be an Amazing Preservation Race for Adults: teams participate in a downtown architectural scavenger hunt, physical activities, and an after-party (proceeds from the adult race will help keep the kids race free of charge). Learn more>
Literary Feast at Q 
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