Neighborhood Engagement Brief

Join San Antonio Neighbors Together

San Antonio Neighbors Together is an annual event held on the first Tuesday of October. The 2025 event will be on Tuesday, October 7. The event focuses on growing relationships between local police and the communities they serve.  

As part of the event, neighbors connect with City departments and learn tips on crime prevention. It can also help the police inform communities of what’s going on in their neighborhoods.  

Join your neighbors on October 7 for an evening of fun and connection. 

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Purple Porch SA is a campaign to shed light on domestic and family violence in the San Antonio area. 

Put purple bulbs in your outdoor lights or decorate your porch purple. Then snap a pic and post it on social media using #PurplePorchSA. 

If you know someone who needs help, find more information on the Collaborative Commission on Domestic Violence's website.

TVSA Content Creator Open House

Join the City of San Antonio for a behind-the-scenes tour of TVSA Studios. 

Date & Time: Monday, October 13, 6:30 – 8 p.m. 

Location: TVSA Studios (115 Plaza de Armas, 78205) 

Discover how you can use free professional equipment to create your own non-commercial programs for San Antonio’s public access channel. Light refreshments will be served. 

Picnic & A Movie

To honor the tradition of families lunching in the cemeteries, enjoy a free evening in the beautiful Historic Eastside Cemeteries. Bring your own picnics, blankets, and chairs, and enjoy a movie under the stars.  

Date & Time: Saturday, October 18, 6 p.m. 

Location: City Cemetery #1 (Between S. Monumental and S. Palmetto St.) 

For our next picnic we’ll be screening Coco, Disney's beloved Dia de Los Muertos story. Before the movie, help us celebrate those laid to rest with a Dia De Los Muertos activity. 

This free event also celebrates the Cemetery Stewardship Program. This is a volunteer initiative to care for and preserve these sacred spaces. We hope to highlight the legacy of the Historic Eastside Cemeteries, where generations of San Antonians are laid to rest. 

Dia de los Muertos: Celebrando las Misiones

The World Heritage Office invites you to Día de los Muertos: Celebrando las Misiones. This is a special community event honoring departed loved ones. Enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, food, and more. All are welcome to join and celebrate the lives of those who have passed. 

Date & Time: Saturday, November 1, 3 p.m. 

Location: Mission Marquee Plaza (3100 Roosevelt Ave., 78214) 

Submit digital photos of past loved ones to honor in a slideshow featured on the Mission Marquee Plaza original 1948 drive-in movie screen. 

Restored by Light is Back

We’re lighting up Mission San José once again! Join us for a magical night celebrating the 10th anniversary of San Antonio’s World Heritage Site designation.  

Date & Time: Friday, November 7, 5 p.m. 

Location: Mission San José (6701 San Jose Dr., 78214) 

There will be live performances, food trucks, kids' activities, and a stunning light show on the Mission. Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and experience this unforgettable evening under the stars.

Halloween Safety Tips 101

Halloween is a time for costumes, candy, and fun, but safety should always come first. The San Antonio Police Department and the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District remind families to keep these simple tips in mind while trick-or-treating: 

• Plan your trick-or-treating route in advance 
• Wear reflective gear or carry a flashlight 
• Cross streets safely and look both ways 
• Inspect treats before enjoying them 
• Enjoy sweets in moderation 

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