The Lion & Rose British Restaurant and Pub hosts an open mic night every Thursday, beginning at 10 p.m.  All are welcome to step on stage and sing, tell jokes or recite poetry.  Enjoy $2 pints of Bud Light, Shiner and Shiner Black from 9 p.m. to midnight.  The Lion & Rose is located at 700 E. Sonterra Blvd.

If you love Jazz you'll love the Jazz, Wine and Dine Friday nights this Summer at Volare Pizza on Huebner Road just east of Stone Oak Parkway. Enjoy great music and fabulous Italian Specials plus a delicious selection of wines.

A summer basketball camp for children 5 to 17 years of age will be held July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25 and July 28-Aug. 1.  Featuring professional basketball player David "DJ" Jones, the camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fellowship of San Antonio Gym, located at the corner of Wilderness Oak and Canyon Golf Road.  Cost is $225 per child.  Lunch and t-shirts are included and discounts are available for students of Buckner Fanning Christian School.  For more information visit shootingforsuccess.org or call 859-9550.

The Ice and Golf Center at Northwoods will again host its weeklong Camp Freeze this summer.  Open to those ages 6 to 15, the summer camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-11 and Aug. 4-8.  Cost is $249 for the week and includes lunch, skate rentals, miniature golf and on-ice admission.  Those who enroll early pay $199 and a drop-in daily fee is $60.  For more information visit www.northwoodsice.net.

A summer basketball camp for children 5 to 17 years of age will be held July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25 and July 28-Aug. 1.  Featuring professional basketball player David "DJ" Jones, the camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fellowship of San Antonio Gym, located at the corner of Wilderness Oak and Canyon Golf Road.  Cost is $225 per child.  Lunch and t-shirts are included and discounts are available for students of Buckner Fanning Christian School.  For more information visit shootingforsuccess.org or call 859-9550.

The Ice and Golf Center at Northwoods will again host its weeklong Camp Freeze this summer.  Open to those ages 6 to 15, the summer camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-11 and Aug. 4-8.  Cost is $249 for the week and includes lunch, skate rentals, miniature golf and on-ice admission.  Those who enroll early pay $199 and a drop-in daily fee is $60.  For more information visit www.northwoodsice.net.

Let the games begin!!  The Young Chef's Academy, a children's culinary school, is kicking off its Olympic-themed summer mini-camp July 8-10.  Titled "Go Greek," this first session of the seven-week camp will offer participants an opportunity to learn about the origins of the Olympics and prepare amazing Greek dishes that are hard to pronounce, but wonderful to taste.  Camps are offered 9 to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. for three days each week.  For more information visit

At 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, adults are welcome to dance the salsa at the Bannwolf Public Library, located on the Reagan High School campus. 
 
 

A summer basketball camp for children 5 to 17 years of age will be held July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25 and July 28-Aug. 1.  Featuring professional basketball player David "DJ" Jones, the camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fellowship of San Antonio Gym, located at the corner of Wilderness Oak and Canyon Golf Road.  Cost is $225 per child.  Lunch and t-shirts are included and discounts are available for students of Buckner Fanning Christian School.  For more information visit shootingforsuccess.org or call 859-9550.

The Ice and Golf Center at Northwoods will again host its weeklong Camp Freeze this summer.  Open to those ages 6 to 15, the summer camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-11 and Aug. 4-8.  Cost is $249 for the week and includes lunch, skate rentals, miniature golf and on-ice admission.  Those who enroll early pay $199 and a drop-in daily fee is $60.  For more information visit www.northwoodsice.net.

Let the games begin!!  The Young Chef's Academy, a children's culinary school, is kicking off its Olympic-themed summer mini-camp July 8-10.  Titled "Go Greek," this first session of the seven-week camp will offer participants an opportunity to learn about the origins of the Olympics and prepare amazing Greek dishes that are hard to pronounce, but wonderful to taste.  Camps are offered 9 to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. for three days each week.  For more information visit

A summer basketball camp for children 5 to 17 years of age will be held July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25 and July 28-Aug. 1.  Featuring professional basketball player David "DJ" Jones, the camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fellowship of San Antonio Gym, located at the corner of Wilderness Oak and Canyon Golf Road.  Cost is $225 per child.  Lunch and t-shirts are included and discounts are available for students of Buckner Fanning Christian School.  For more information visit shootingforsuccess.org or call 859-9550.

The Ice and Golf Center at Northwoods will again host its weeklong Camp Freeze this summer.  Open to those ages 6 to 15, the summer camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-11 and Aug. 4-8.  Cost is $249 for the week and includes lunch, skate rentals, miniature golf and on-ice admission.  Those who enroll early pay $199 and a drop-in daily fee is $60.  For more information visit www.northwoodsice.net.

Let the games begin!!  The Young Chef's Academy, a children's culinary school, is kicking off its Olympic-themed summer mini-camp July 8-10.  Titled "Go Greek," this first session of the seven-week camp will offer participants an opportunity to learn about the origins of the Olympics and prepare amazing Greek dishes that are hard to pronounce, but wonderful to taste.  Camps are offered 9 to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. for three days each week.  For more information visit

A summer basketball camp for children 5 to 17 years of age will be held July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25 and July 28-Aug. 1.  Featuring professional basketball player David "DJ" Jones, the camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fellowship of San Antonio Gym, located at the corner of Wilderness Oak and Canyon Golf Road.  Cost is $225 per child.  Lunch and t-shirts are included and discounts are available for students of Buckner Fanning Christian School.  For more information visit shootingforsuccess.org or call 859-9550.

The Ice and Golf Center at Northwoods will again host its weeklong Camp Freeze this summer.  Open to those ages 6 to 15, the summer camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-11 and Aug. 4-8.  Cost is $249 for the week and includes lunch, skate rentals, miniature golf and on-ice admission.  Those who enroll early pay $199 and a drop-in daily fee is $60.  For more information visit www.northwoodsice.net.

In honor of the fast-food restaurant's 7th anniversary, the Chick-fil-A at Blanco Road and Loop 1604 will give away free meals to anyone dressed in a cow costume on Friday, July 11. 

Early Bird registration for tackle football at the Mays Family YMCA ends July 11.  Fees will be reduced for those who sign up before the deadline.  General registration will be held July 12-25.  For more information contact the Mays Family YMCA at 497-7088

Enjoy Storytime in Spanish with Edna at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 11, at the Bannwolf Public Library, located at the Reagan High School campus.   

If you love Jazz you'll love the Jazz, Wine and Dine Friday nights this Summer at Volare Pizza on Huebner Road just east of Stone Oak Parkway. Enjoy great music and fabulous Italian Specials plus a delicious selection of wines.

On Saturday, July 12, city residents are welcome to drop off unwanted bulk items at any of the four designated drop-off locations free of charge.  Items accepted include furniture, mattresses, household appliances and car tires.  Participants must be a resident of San Antonio and show a recent CPS Energy bill as well as a photo ID.  The Free Lanfill Disposal Day will be held from 8 a.m.

Early Bird Registration for Fall Sports begins July 14 at the Mays Family YMCA. Fees are reduced for those who sign up early.  The YMCA, located on 21654 Blanco Road, will offer flag football, soccer, baseball and volleyball this fall.  Call 497-7088 for more information.

Every Monday is Chess Night at the Bannwolf Public Library, located at Reagan High School.  Games begin at 6 p.m.  All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Kaizen Karate and Fitness Center at 19141 Stone Oak Parkway will offer a Tai Chi class from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday, beginning July 15.  Cost is $75 for the eight-week session.  A Chinese martial art, Tai Chi is believed to reduce stress, enhance the function of the central nervous system, tone muscles and increase flexibility.  To register visit www.communityed.neisd.net or call 657-8866.

A grand opening celebration for the Taco Cabana at 19231 Stone Oak Parkway will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 16.  The ceremonial ribbon cutting will be held at 10 a.m.  For more information contact Gabriel Cortez at 283-5534.
 
 

The Lutheran High Mustang VB Team will host a two-day Girls Volleyball Camp at the Crown of Life Community Center, 19291 Stone Oak Parkway.  Camp will be held July 17-18 from 9 a.m. to noon for students in fourth through sixth grades and 1 to 4 p.m. for those in seventh through ninth grades.  Cost is $30 and includes a camp shirt.  For more information visit www.lhssa.org.

Precision Sport and Spine will host a free seminar, "Avoiding Back Surgery with Spinal Decompression," Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m.  An estimated 53 percent of all disc surgeries fail to relieve symptoms and the failure rate within five years after surgery is more than 75 percent.  Attend this seminar and learn how to avoid becoming a failed low back surgery statistic.  Participants will received a free exam, a $140 value.  Precision Sport and Spine is located at 11306 Sir Winston.  For more information call 492-0111.

The Lutheran High Mustang VB Team will host a two-day Girls Volleyball Camp at the Crown of Life Community Center, 19291 Stone Oak Parkway.  Camp will be held July 17-18 from 9 a.m. to noon for students in fourth through sixth grades and 1 to 4 p.m. for those in seventh through ninth grades.  Cost is $30 and includes a camp shirt.  For more information visit www.lhssa.org.

If you love Jazz you'll love the Jazz, Wine and Dine Friday nights this Summer at Volare Pizza on Huebner Road just east of Stone Oak Parkway. Enjoy great music and fabulous Italian Specials plus a delicious selection of wines.

Cafe Paladar is presenting the Dinner of the Elements Martini Dinner this Friday night, July 18th.  It's an organic and green dinner matched up with Vodka Martinis.
Cickwebsite for details and pricing.

The Mays Family YMCA will host another movie night on Friday, July 18 at 9 p.m.  Bring the whole family for a showing of "Facing the Giants."  The movie will be shown outside on the soccer fields, so don't forget the lawn chairs! Sign up at the YMCA member services desk.   
 

Students attending Johnson High School in the fall can pick up their ID cards 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 21-24.  Parking passes will also be issued at that time to incoming juniors and seniors.  To expedite the process, school officials have designated a day of the week for each grade level and set up time frames based on the students' last names.  The schedule is as follows:
Monday, July 21: Seniors 
Tuesday, July 22: Juniors
Wednesday, July 23: Sophmores
Thursday, July 24: Freshmen
On each of those days:

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting celebration at 10:30 a.m. July 21.  BJ's will be located in the Village of Stone Oak retail center, located near US Hwy 281 and Stone Oak Parkway. 

Cool down this scorching summer with some free Blue Bell ice cream at 1 p.m. Monday, July 21 at the Bannwolf Public Library, located at the Reagan High School campus.  Library staff reminds visitors to call and confirm programs before making a special trip as cancellations and changes do occur.  The library's phone number is 482-2224. 
 

Come join Stone Oak Info.com and Hisel Law Firm's Mary Ann Hisel at WineStyles Monday, July 21 for this month's After-Hours Networking Mixer.  Held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., the event will include complimentary hors d'oerves by My Magical Meals and drinks courtesy of WineStyles.  Remember this event is free and part of your membership.  To ensure a proper count for food, please click here to

Students attending Johnson High School in the fall can pick up their ID cards 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 21-24.  Parking passes will also be issued at that time to incoming juniors and seniors.  To expedite the process, school officials have designated a day of the week for each grade level and set up time frames based on the students' last names.  The schedule is as follows:
Monday, July 21: Seniors 
Tuesday, July 22: Juniors
Wednesday, July 23: Sophmores
Thursday, July 24: Freshmen
On each of those days:

The Lion and Rose British Restaurant and Pub hosts Trivia Night every Tuesday, beginning at 8 p.m.  Come and compete by yourself or with a team.  Winners receive Lion and Rose merchandise and gift cards.  There is no cost to play.  Lion and Rose is located at 700 E. Sonterra Blvd.
 
 

Students attending Johnson High School in the fall can pick up their ID cards 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 21-24.  Parking passes will also be issued at that time to incoming juniors and seniors.  To expedite the process, school officials have designated a day of the week for each grade level and set up time frames based on the students' last names.  The schedule is as follows:
Monday, July 21: Seniors 
Tuesday, July 22: Juniors
Wednesday, July 23: Sophmores
Thursday, July 24: Freshmen
On each of those days:

Please join us at our next monthly Alarming to Charming class on July 23rd at Johnny Carino's located at the Stone Oak Vineyard Plaza.
 

Students attending Johnson High School in the fall can pick up their ID cards 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 21-24.  Parking passes will also be issued at that time to incoming juniors and seniors.  To expedite the process, school officials have designated a day of the week for each grade level and set up time frames based on the students' last names.  The schedule is as follows:
Monday, July 21: Seniors 
Tuesday, July 22: Juniors
Wednesday, July 23: Sophmores
Thursday, July 24: Freshmen
On each of those days:

If you love Jazz you'll love the Jazz, Wine and Dine Friday nights this Summer at Volare Pizza on Huebner Road just east of Stone Oak Parkway. Enjoy great music and fabulous Italian Specials plus a delicious selection of wines.

Better late than never!  Although welcoming customers for quite some time now, the OfficeMax within the Village at Stone Oak shopping plaza at 23022 Hwy 281 North will host a grand opening celebration Sunday, July 27 from noon to 4 p.m.   The event will include door buster deals, free gifts and a peek at the world's largest rubberband ball.   

You are cordially invited to attend a business breakfast networking event on July, 29th from 7:30am-9am at Fire Wok Restaurant.  Both Past-Councilman Kevin Wolff and current Councilman Louis Rowe will be our guest speakers. Please RSVP your attendance to Michael Hu at Fire Wok at 494-8886.

District 9 Councilman Louis Rowe and representatives from San Antonio Public Works and the police department are scheduled to speak during a Wednesday, July 30 meeting of the Stone Oak POA Advisory Committee.  Topics for discussion will include traffic improvements to Stone Oak Parkway and suspected underage drinking and driving by those patronizing area bars and clubs.  The Advisory Committee meeting will begin at 4 p.m. at the Haven in Stone Oak, 511 Knights Cross Dr. 

Canyon Springs Golf Club will host its Fifth Crab Boil Friday, Aug. 1 from 7 to 11 p.m.  Participants will enjoy crab, crawfish, shrimp, live music and more. Tickets may be purchased by phone at 497-1770 ext. 306 or email at brodriguez@eaglegolf.com. 

If you love Jazz you'll love the Jazz, Wine and Dine Friday nights this Summer at Volare Pizza on Huebner Road just east of Stone Oak Parkway. Enjoy great music and fabulous Italian Specials plus a delicious selection of wines.

Camp Bow Wow and the Alamo Area Partners for Animal Welfare will sponsor an Adopt-a-Pet Day Saturday, Aug. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Many dogs, cats and kittens from local animal shelters will be available for adoption.  This event will be held at Camp Bow Wow, 11931 Jones Maltsberger Road.