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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

This pumpkin patch is the perfect place to take pictures

This pumpkin patch is the perfect place to take pictures

Sarah Quintanilla, Contributor October 15, 2024

Nothing says autumn better than the sight of pumpkins, surrounded by the leaves falling from the trees as a sign of a changing season. What is better than to acknowledge this passage of time with a pumpkin...

Austin City Limits pushes sustainability

Austin City Limits pushes sustainability

Jaylee Paredes, Contributor October 8, 2024

ACL is committed to sustainability every year, and this year it is partnering with the Reverbs Music Decarbonization Project to power the IHG Hotels & Resorts stage, solely on a hybrid battery system....

Caffeine and tunes at The Spin Coffee and Vinyl

Caffeine and tunes at The Spin Coffee and Vinyl

Christopher Delgado, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

From Bob Dylan’s “One More Cup of Coffee” to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” coffee and music have had a plentiful relationship. It makes sense to open a coffee shop centered around music,...

What happened at ACL Weekend One?

What happened at ACL Weekend One?

Malaki Lingg, Arts & Life Editor October 8, 2024

For the 23rd time, the Austin City Limits Music Festival kicked off its first weekend this past Friday, culminating in three days of music, vibes and community. The festival ran for its typical time...

The top ACL and music festival essentials

The top ACL and music festival essentials

Sarah Quintanilla, Contributor October 8, 2024

Austin City Limits kicked off its off its most-awaited festival weekend this Friday, and people are preparing excitedly to see their favorite artists perform live. Quick checklists and do-not-forgets...

People and pollinators alike flood Brackenridge Park

People and pollinators alike flood Brackenridge Park

Noah Schwencke, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

Brackenridge Park was buzzing with activity this past weekend as San Antonio commemorated the ninth annual Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival. Taking place right outside the San Antonio Zoo,...

Shots of beer with a jazz garnish: Parktoberfest

Shots of beer with a jazz garnish: Parktoberfest

Christopher Delgado, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

Some beers demand a skip and a hop, while others might be difficult to swallow. Either way, one is all but guaranteed a jolly time at Parktoberfest. This Sunday marked the 14th annual Parktoberfest...

Tacos, Trivia and Togetherness: Unity in Culture

Tacos, Trivia and Togetherness: Unity in Culture

Christopher Delgado, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Tacos and pan dulce for Saturday breakfast is the perfect way to ensure everyone is having a good time. This past weekend, Opportunity Home hosted Unity in Culture: A Hispanic Heritage Community Fest...

Annual Jazz’SAlive fills Downtown with smooth tunes

Annual Jazz’SAlive fills Downtown with smooth tunes

Noah Schwencke, Contributor October 1, 2024

This past weekend marked the 41st annual Jazz’SAlive, hosted at Civic Park at Hemisphere in downtown San Antonio. Akin to the years before, the celebration of music was filled to the brim with various...

Come to the McNay’s College Night

Come to the McNay’s College Night

Daria Tanase, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Established in 1954, the McNay Art Museum serves as Texas’ first museum of modern art. Their collection holds more than 22,000 unique artworks ranging from RenaissanceRenaissance paintings to 21st-century...

Quaint bicycle shop serves Helotes for decades

Quaint bicycle shop serves Helotes for decades

Daniel Botello, Contributor October 1, 2024

Hidden away in the middle of historic Old Town Helotes lies a piece of history unlike any other, a landmark that anyone with an appreciation for old-school charm will definitely enjoy. Helotes Bicycle,...

Affordable, classic American diner

Affordable, classic American diner

Kira George, Contributor September 24, 2024

As a college student, it can be hard to leave behind the comfort of home-cooked meals and transition to dining hall food. Being a longstanding San Antonio staple, 410 Diner offers a homey dining experience...

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