Anyone who collects vinyl, or even owns a few dusty old albums that get an occasional spin, knows the value of a “Best Of” record.
If assembled well, those albums compile an artist’s most vital tracks — not just a collection of their greatest hits but also deep cuts that showcase their versatility and reach. Taken together, they’re a distillation of that musician’s essence, a 12-inch slab offering a comprehensive overview of their career.
We like to think of the Current’s annual Best of San Antonio issue in the same way. While we don’t recommend trying to play it on your turntable, it’s like a “Best Of” record in that it documents the essence of San Antonio at this point in time. Consider it a look at the runaway hits — and the worthwhile deep tracks — in dining, nightlife, shopping and more. Continue Reading
PUBLISHED 5:01 PM CT Nov. 18, 2019
SAN ANTONIO – The holidays can be the time of year when we see generosity and kindness come to light. One San Antonio business is using body art to give back to the community.
People get tattoo for all kinds of reasons. We stopped in as Dalia Nunez was getting her second one in two weeks. She’s always wanted them, and these go beyond just something for her.
“It’s a good cause, plus it helps out the kids,” she said. Read More
SAN ANTONIO – Platinum Tattoos & Body Piercings is offering free $60 tattoos in exchange for a $20 toy donation.
The special runs through the end of the year and all donations received by Nov. 17 will go to the victims of the recent South Texas floods and less fortunate children. Read more
SAN ANTONIO – Friday the 13th is finally coming back around, and although it’s considered an unlucky day, many push their luck by getting flash tattoos.
Friday the 13th is known for its bad luck, spooky superstitions, and eerie coincidences. Since the 1990s, tattoo parlors thought it was the perfect holiday to capitalize on with discounted ink and flash designs. Read more
While lots of businesses organize Toys for Tots collections around the holidays, where people can drop off gifts to be given to children whose parents can’t afford to buy their kids gifts for Christmas, a tattoo shop in Texas is doing more giving back.
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