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Summer with SAPL

Summer with SAPL logo with several images refering to the programs below

We have so many special guests coming to visit this summer! These special programs are in June and July. Click the link in the description of each featured guest for date, time, and location details. Free tickets required for programs at Brook Hollow, Cortez, Encino, Guerra, Igo, Landa, Maverick, and Parman to avoid overcrowding.

Image of a bubble party at the park, people making bubbles

Al's Funhouse Bubble Party

Enjoy bubble stations with different sized wands to create big and little bubbles! Best for toddlers and older.

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Image of a Blooming Yucca Cactus and The Mission San José, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, San Antonio, Texas, USAArt of the Park: San Antonio Missions National Historic Park 

National Park Service logoLearn about native plants and animals of Texas, and how they are used in art with a San Antonio Missions National Historic Park Ranger. Recommended for ages five and up. 

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Photos of local birds: a Cardinal, a Mockingbird, and a Golden-fronted WoodpeckerCool Birds of Bexar County

San Antonio Parks and Recreation logoDavid Goree challenges everyone to identify and discover fun facts about ten cool birds in our parks and neighborhoods. Recommended for ages five and up.

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Photo of Richard Blake and a magic box with his logo

Illusions by Blake

Richard Blake has been performing magic since 1971.  He’s been performing in South Texas since 2004.  His shows for the San Antonio Public Library have included tricks with scarves, coins, magic boxes, and Harry Potters Glasses! He also makes hundreds of cards appear from thin air, and even pulls a live rabbit from his top hat!  His illusions will have both kids and adults completely baffled! Best for ages 5-12.

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Cartoon of Oscar Muñoz holding a magic wand, surrounded by magic trick elements.

The Magic of M.O.R.E.

Oscar Muñoz will present his captivating illusions and comedy, with lots of audience participation. Recommended for ages five and up.

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Image of 3 monarch butterflies.Monarch Butterflies

San Antonio Parks and Recreation logoLearn more about the Fall Monarch Migration and create your own monarch butterfly with David Goree,
Education Coordinator for Friedrich Wilderness Park. Recommended for ages five and up.

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Photo of a kid cutting small versions of famous art pieces and making the craft "museum in a box"Museum in a Box

San Antonio Museum of Art logoMake your very own “Museum in a Box” with educators from the San Antonio Museum of Art. Recommended for ages five and up. 

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Image of Make a tree leaf guide with examples of tree leaves traced with colored pencils

Texas Trees

Join David Goree to learn about Texas trees and make your own Tree Leaf Guide poster! Recommended for ages five and up.

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Photo of a child learning about the types of animal skulls he can find in his neighborhoodWho Lives in the Neighborhood?
San Antonio Parks and Recreation logoDavid Jimenez from Phil Hardberger Park Natural Area will bring animal skins and skulls for kids to touch, explore, and learn more about local native wildlife like opossums, bobcats, and ringtails! Recommended for ages five and up.

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