Tiny Boos + Texas Eats + Dia De Muertos + Frida Kahlo + SA Pearl

San Antonio TX

31 October, 2021

7:07 PM

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Happy Monday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything going on today in town. First, today's weather: Mostly sunny. High: 81 Low: 60. Here are the top stories in San Antonio today: The NICU floor at the Children's Hospital of San Antonio was filled with tiny witches and goblins this Halloween! Thanks to nurses, families and volunteers, the babies in the NICU unit were dressed in adorable costumes to celebrate their very first Halloween! There were mermaids, pirates and superheroes everywhere! It was a "boo-tiful" sight that made everyone smile, To view pictures of the little ones dressed up in costumes, visit: (KSAT San Antonio)"Tacos and Tamales and Pan de Muerto, Oh My!" David Elder of Texas Eats shares some hot spots to get your tamales and tacos and Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), a traditional Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) pastry. Also, KSAT anchor/reporter Alicia Barrera and Chef Johnny Hernandez talk about the Day of the Dead tradition and what it means to them. Watch "Texas Eats" on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT's streaming app and visit: (KSAT San Antonio)Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) "is not Mexican Halloween" says Williams Sandria, an 8th grader at Woodlawn Academy. He says it "is meant for celebrating the dead with food, drinks, and parties the dead enjoyed." The tradition "once seen as dark and occult" is now viewed as a joyful and respectful celebration of past lives, where people set up beautiful altars "to honor relatives, friends, and even pets who have died." To read more about the tradition and about various altars around town, visit: (Texas Public Radio) The Frida Kahlo Oasis exhibition will have its closing celebration on Monday, Nov. 1 and Tuesday, Nov. 2 from 6-9 p.m at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens, located at 555 Funston Place. During the traditional Mexican Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, the artist's life will be honored with ofrendas (offerings), activities and food and drinks for purchase. You can also honor your own departed loved ones by remembering happy moments with them, while enjoying the beautiful and peaceful grounds at the Botanical Gardens. To purchase tickets, visit: (San Antonio)This week the historic Pearl serves "as a place of remembrance and reflection" where people can honor the Alamo City and those who have passed. A beautiful altar was created for that purpose by local artists and sisters, Manola and Maria Ramirez, who were commissioned by the Pearl this year "to create the ofrenda (offering) for the community." The altar which is filled with marigolds and catrinas, also has a section where people can "light a digital candle for their loved one by scanning a QR code," and it is on display at the Pearl until Sunday, Nov. 7. (KSAT San Antonio)Today's San Antonio Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in San Antonio: Solemnity of All Saints Day Mass - St. Mary's University. (11:20 a.m.) Ambassador Meeting - The Chamber. (11:30 a.m.) Lighthouse Luncheon - Alamo City Black Chamber of Commerce. (12:00 p.m.) Dia De Los Muertos Happy Hour - San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. (4:00 p.m.) Teen Time: DIY Rice Balls - San Antonio Public Library. (5:30 p.m.) Information Session with CASA - The Chamber. (6:30 p.m.) San Antonio Patch Notebook San Antonio Spurs: "Would ya' look at this hustle and teamwork!!!" (Instagram) San Antonio Zoo: "The tortoises unleashed their legendary munching skills on these pumpkins!" (Facebook) San Antonio Zoo: "Be sure to include a trip to the zoo in your Fall plans! Where else can you hang out with a mermaid AND see dinosaurs?! For tickets & more info visit http://ow.ly/bM8630rVOGw Zoo Boo!" (Instagram) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Elevation: Voices in Adoption & Foster Care Virtual Conference (November 5) Add your event That's it for today. I'll see you soon! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Gabriela Couvillion About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers! Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming San Antonio Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].