Hello and Happy Friday!
Believe it or not, the summer is almost here, meaning it’s time to start thinking about summer activities. We may have some ideas for you. ?
This week, we wrote about a new park in the Stone Oak area and free swimming lessons from the City of San Antonio, just in time for summer.
Get the links to these stories below!
Community celebrates completion of Classen-Steubing Ranch Park
Community celebrates completion of Classen-Steubing Ranch Park
The following story was written by KSAT reporter Tiffany Huert as.
Just in time for the summer, there’s a new place for children and families to explore and connect with nature.
“I can’t wait to bring my grandkids, especially my five-year-old because it’s going to be safe for him to ride his little bike around, just to take him for walks,” Marisol Lin, a resident said.
The Classen-Steubing Ranch Park located along Hardy Oak Boulevard opened Wednesday morning and the community came out to celebrate the project that is part of the 2017-2022 Bond Project.
Read more about it here.
Swimming lessons more than a hobby, could save a life
Swimming lessons more than a hobby, could save a life, Parks & Rec official says
The following story was written by KSAT reporter Patty Santos.
The San Antonio Natatorium will soon be filled with glees of screaming, happy children enjoying a dip in the pool for the summer.
Shanea Allen with the City of San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department says swim lessons are more than a hobby and should be seen by families as a life-saving investment.
“Eighty-eight percent of children who participate in formal swim lessons are actually less likely to experience a near-drowning or drowning event in their life,” Allen said.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under 14.
Click here to learn about free swim lessons and programs.
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Have a great weekend,
Rebecca Salinas