Dinner and a Movie

Want to get a bite to eat and catch a movie but don't have a lot of time to do both? Well at Alamo Drafthouse you can get dinner and a movie at the same time. These theater seats have a table in front of you and a waiter available for you to order delicious food while you watch an awesome film. The vision behind Alamo Drafthouse is to give you the ultimate movie-watching experience. Dinner and a movie without the noisy neighbors, long previews, or distracting texters in the theatre. From their website, "We have zero tolerance for talking or cell phone use of any kind during movies.We also hate it when other movie theaters make you watch advertisements after you've already paid to see the movie, so we're vigilant about never letting ads hit our screens." Their menu is also innovative and ever-changing with new menu items every 3 months.

There are 3 locations in San Antonio- Park North (618 NW Loop 410), Stone Oak (22806 US Hwy 281 N), and Westlakes (1255 SW Loop 410). So whether it's a new blockbuster you're wanting to see or an old classic, Alamo Drafthouse can offer you the ultimate dinner-and-a-movie date night.

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Relationship Reconnection: 

Movie time can be the quiet time you've both been needing. Sitting together uninterrupted by life's responsibilities, enjoying a laugh or a cry, can bring you the physical and emotional closeness your relationship needs regularly. Life can be busy and sometimes it's hard to find even a few minutes to just sit and enjoy the same moment together. Make the most of your time. Sit close, share a dessert, hold hands, and turn off your cell phones. Escape from the worries of the world and focus on enjoying the evening together.

Rodeo San Antonio!

It’s that time of year. Let’s rodeo, San Antonio! The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo offers entertainment involving attractions, food, musical performances, horse show, livestock show, and of course the rodeo. Located at the AT&T Center and Freeman Coliseum at 3201 Houston Street, the SA Stock Show and Rodeo begins February 11^th- 28^th. You can play in the Carnival, see a show, or explore the grounds together. Tickets can start as low as $15 each, with deals on wristbands and other packages and tickets found on the SA Stock Show and Rodeo website.

 

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Relationship Reconnection:

The Stock Show and Rodeo offer a variety of entertainment and activities to choose from. What kind of activities would your spouse be interested in doing? Is he/she an animal lover? Do they enjoy country music, R&B, hip/hop, or even music from the 80s? Maybe they would love to spend time with you over a fried twinkie and funnel cake? A helpful tool in identifying which activity would be most meaningful for your spouse is identifying their love language. In doing so you can ensure a meaningful and fun night at the SA Stock Show & Rodeo.

A Swingin' Good Time

Falling in love is easy but keeping the romance alive is the real deal. Every couple needs to nurture their relationship and continually feed the fire of romance. Help him sweep you off your feet with a couple’s swing dance class. The San Antonio Swing Dance Society is offering a special Groupon deal: 4-week couples classes for $35. The package include 4 weeks of classes and a dance social following each class. Classes are held at Blossom Park at 12066 Starcrest, Building 2, Suite 210, San Antonio, TX 78247. According to Groupon, “Classes take place at the Semeneya ballroom on Wednesdays from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. After each class, dancers can practice their steps in two-hour social dances, which are included in the cost.”

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Relationship Reconnection:

Taking time to nurture your relationship will go a long way. Psychology Today found several studies that show where physical touch is “crucial in creating and strengthening romantic relationships, is highly correlated with overall relationship and partner satisfaction, and conflicts are resolved more easily.” Swing dancing involves plenty of physical touch with your partner. So put this to the test and see which areas in your relationship are strengthened over the course of your dance lessons. 

SA Japanese Tea Garden

Escape to nature in the historical, sunken garden. Cultivated from an old quarry, this beautiful garden offers a waterfall, koi ponds, pagoda, and lush vegetation. Free to the public and open daily until dark, this beautiful garden will give you a glimpse of life in the Far East. While you’re there, take time to enjoy a bento box, salad, sushi, or other delightful food items at the Jingu House, located at the entrance of the Garden. The Japanese Tea Garden is located at 3852 N St Mary’s St., San Antonio, TX 78212, near Brackenridge Park and the SA Zoo.

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Relationship Reconnection:

While you’re exploring the serene paths of the Japanese Tea Garden, take the time to connect with your spouse through conversation. Just as the Garden has a historical story of its own, so does your relationship. Take the time to reconnect by sharing fond memories with each other. Ask sincere, loving questions. Be an active listener and give sincere compliments. Focus on each other as you embrace the calming atmosphere. The cares of the world will go away and all that will be left is the stillness of the Garden and the nurturing of your relationship.