SAN ANTONIO, TX (MAY 7, 2013)—The locals have spoken, and Hemisfair has listened. Hemisfair has partnered with six local breweries to host the closing ceremonies of San Antonio Beer Week 2013 on Tuesday, May 21 at the regularly scheduled Third Brewsday pop-up beer garden from 5-9pm. In contrast to previous Brewsdays, this Beer Week celebration will offer free craft beer samples to of-age guests all night long and a chance to mingle with the brewers themselves!
“The opportunity to be included in San Antonio Beer Week is outstanding and illustrates the public’s love for Hemisfair,” says Andres Andujar, CEO of Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation. “Hemisfair will be home to a variety of community celebrations once redevelopment unveils one of the world’s great public spaces. Brewsday is just a taste.”

San Antonio Beer Week is dedicated to celebrating local beer and the community that enjoys it. Over fifteen tasty brews from Ranger Creek, The Granary Cue and Brew, Branchline, Freetail, Blue Star, and Alamo Breweries will be flowing from the tap, while the San Antonio Cerveseros talk shop on home brewing. Cryin’ DT Buffkin and the Bad Breath will be singing southern blues while visitors play washers on the lawn. Bite Street Bistro, Ridiculously Gourmet, and Lagniappe Today food trucks will all be serving up delicious grub to compliment the tasty brews, and guests should arrive early for a commemorative tasting mug.

Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, will be held on May 21st, from 5:00-9:00PM at the South Alamo Street entrance to Hemisfair. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for optimal outdoor relaxation. This will be the last Third Brewsday to make way for Movies by Moonlight and the summer heat. (Don’t worry; we will sound an alarm when the tradition starts back up again.)

The event is free and open to the public. Free parking for designated drivers will be available at all City-operated parking garages, lots, and meters starting at 5:00PM. Hemisfair also encourages the use of public transportation. For more information on Downtown Tuesday, including a map of free parking, visit www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/downtowntuesday.aspx.

For more information on Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, visit www.hemisfair.org, or www.facebook.com/hemisfairsanantonio.

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Third Brewsday, San Antonio’s only pop-up beer garden every third Tuesday of the month, is rolling into Spring on Tuesday, April 16th with lawn games to remember. In conjunction with Downtown Tuesday, this month’s Brewsday visitors will be able to experience the thrill of 360 degrees by crawling, walking, or running inside a 6-foot inflatable ball. For those who prefer to stay right-side-up during Happy Hour, frisbee, washers, giant jenga, and free flipbooks will also be offered on the lawn.

Brewsday guests will also enjoy a complimentary taste of Summer Shandy.®, one of Leinenkugel Brewery’s seasonal beers while listening to live music by San Antonio indi-folk band El Campo, who recently rocked it as an official artist at SXSW. In addition to beer sampling, food trucks like Winner Winner Chicken Dinner and the Rickshaw Stop will feature delights like crispy jalapeno marinated chicken tenders and Bihari kebabs.

“San Antonians savor the few weeks of mild Spring weather, and what better place to do that than at Hemisfair—San Antonio’s Front Porch,” says Andres Andujar, CEO of Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation. “Events like Brewsday bring the community together to celebrate downtown San Antonio’s transformation from good to great.”
Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, sponsored by Glazer’s Distributors will be held on April 16th, from 5:00-9:00PM at the South Alamo Street entrance to Hemisfair. Of-age guests can enjoy complimentary beer tastings while they last, and are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for optimal outdoor relaxation.

The event is free and open to the public. Free parking for designated drivers will be available at all City-operated parking garages, lots, and meters starting at 5:00PM. Hemisfair also encourages the use of public transportation. For more information on Downtown Tuesday, including a map of free parking, visit www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/downtowntuesday.aspx.

For more information on Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, visit www.hemisfair.org, or www.facebook.com/hemisfairsanantonio.

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Date: Saturday, March 9, 2013
Time: 10am-midnight
Place: Southern Exterior of Magik Theatre Building, 420 S. Alamo St.

Luminaria Bringing Out the Urban Jungle at Hemisfair
San Francisco muralist to produce special 8’x24’ piece during event

San Francisco Artist Henry Lipkis will be jamming out at Hemisfair all day and night this Saturday creating a giant mural, courtesy of Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation, the Convention Center Expansion Team, and the 80/20 Foundation. The piece will be Lipkis’ interpretation of an Urban Jungle in the spirit of downtown San Antonio’s much-anticipated transformation. Not only will the public be able to witness Lipkis’ artistic magic during Luminaria, but the finished product will be placed on the exterior wall of the Convention Center construction zone during expansion, as a reminder of what’s to come once Hemisfair redevelopment is complete.

For a sneak peak, check out Henry Lipkis’ Mural Time Lapse at Yerba Buena in San Francisco here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VszPSsXFCvk
Learn more about the artist at www.lipkisart.com and more about Hemisfair’s approaching transformation at www.hemisfair.org.
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Photo/interview opportunities: Muralist Henry Lipkis at work; community observing creation of mural to be displayed on construction fence during Convention Center expansionDownload the PDF

In conjunction with this month’s buzzing art theme, downtown’s favorite pop-up beer garden will host the 2013 Blue Moon Art Project at Third Brewsday, March 19. Artists will begin the event at 5:00PM with a blank 24” x 18” canvas, and have three hours to create their interpretation of San Antonio’s Urban Transformation while incorporating the Blue Moon logo. Winners will be announced after 8:30PM. First prize: a full page ad in the San Antonio Current, a gallery showing, and cash prizes. Runners up will also receive cash and gift cards, and the public will have the chance to vote for the People’s Choice Winner during the event.

Brewsday visitors will be able to stroll down the artist promenade while listening to live music by local alternative band Education and sipping on Blue Moon brews. Visitors will also have the opportunity to purchase participating artists’ works and to take home complimentary souvenir flipbooks at the event. Don’t forget the free beer tasting offered up by the Glazer’s Brew Crew experts, and the opportunity to learn about brewing your own beer at home from the San Antonio Cerveseros.

“We love the extemporaneous nature of the Blue Moon Art Project and are thrilled to host the event at Hemisfair during Contemporary Art Month. Art is fundamental to the vision of Hemisfair and will be integrated into every phase, design, and decision we make during redevelopment,” says Andres Andujar, CEO of Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation.
In collaboration with the City’s Downtown Tuesday initiative and Glazer’s Distributors, Third Brewsday is held every third Tuesday of the month from 5:00-9:00PM at the S. Alamo entrance to Hemisfair. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to soak up live music from Education, while gobbling up eclectic fare from the DUK Truck and more.
The event is free and open to the public. Free parking for designated drivers will be available at all City-operated parking garages, lots, and meters starting at 5:00PM. Hemisfair also encourages the use of public transportation. For more information on Downtown Tuesday, including a map of free parking, visit www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/downtowntuesday.aspx.

For more information on Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, visit www.hemisfair.org or www.facebook.com/hemisfairsanantonio.
For more information about the Blue Moon Art Project or how to participate as an artist, contact Melissa Salinas with Glazer’s Distributors at 210-735-1111 Ext. 282 or msalinas@halodist.com.Download the PDF

Design and Construction Project Manager

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Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for performing a variety of tasks requiring leadership, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills. The Project Manager will plan for and control the quality, cost and schedule of assigned projects; and willsupervise design consultants and construction contractors while maintaining positive relationships and advancing the objectives of Hemisfair’s redevelopment. The Project Manager will report to the Senior Project Manager.

Specific Duties:

·      Plan and manage project activities to ensure schedule, budget and quality goals are met

·      Solve problems, overcome obstacles and resolve conflicts

·      Prepare and maintain project master schedules

·      Prepare or review project budgets and cost reports

·      Assist in selection and contracting of consultants and contractors

·      Lead project meetings with designers and contractors

·      Review design and construction documents

·      Observe and inspect construction work to ensure quality and adherence to contract documents

·      Close-out the project including inspections, punch lists, manuals, warranties and contract issues

·      Administer and review design and construction contracts including payment applications and change orders

·      Maintain project files including construction documents for each project

·      Serve as liaison for Hemisfair to the City of San Antonio and outside organizations

·      Prepare regular status reports

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·      Excellent English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation

·      Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

·      Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project

·     Ability to prepare and analyze CPM schedules

·      Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels

·      Excellent planning and organizational skills

·      Professional image

·      Strong sense of pride in quality of work and service delivered

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 20 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting and kneeling to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment but include construction jobsite inspections.

Education and Experience:

·      Bachelor’s Degree in related field from an accredited college or university

·      10 years’ experience managing design and construction projects

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Please submit Cover Letter, Resume and Salary Requirements by March 20, 2013

To apply click here: http://jobview.monster.com/Design-Construction-Project-Manager-Job-San-Antonio-TX-120200655.aspx

On the third Tuesday of December, Hemisfair started a new San Antonio tradition inviting the public to enjoy complimentary live music and beer tastings in conjunction with the City’s Downtown Tuesday initiative. With support from Glazer’s Distributors, Third Brewsday organizers plan to grow the event every third Tuesday of the month by featuring fun and enticing themes for the music, food, and brews. January’s Early Mardi Gras theme will feature excellent ragtime jazz, Cajun and Creole food trucks, and Abita Beers — sure to heat up even the chilliest of winter nights.

“It was exciting to see almost a thousand visitors from all over the city at our first Brewsday enjoying Hemisfair. Events like this are an opportunity to attract locals, encourage downtown vibrancy, and remind the public that Hemisfair belongs to everyone,” says Andres Andujar, CEO of Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation. “Once Hemisfair is transformed, we will have a world-class civic space to program all types of activities. There will truly be something for everyone.”

Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, sponsored by Glazer’s Distributors will be held on January 15th, from 5:00-9:00PM at the South Alamo Street entrance to Hemisfair. Of-age guests can enjoy a complimentary tasting of the following Abita brews while they last: Mardi Gras Bock, Restoration Pale Ale, Amber, Purple Haze, and Jockamo IPA. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to soak up live music from Cryin’ D.T. Buffkin and the Bad Breath, while feasting at food trucks, including tasty Louisiana cuisine from Lagniappe Today and Where Y’at.

The event is free and open to the public. Free parking for designated drivers will be available at all City-operated parking garages, lots, and meters starting at 5:00PM. Hemisfair also encourages the use of public transportation. For more information on Downtown Tuesday, including a map of free parking, visit www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/downtowntuesday.aspx.

For more information on Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, visit  www.facebook.com/hemisfairsanantonio.

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“By taking advantage of the City’s Downtown Tuesday free-parking initiative, we aim to attract locals and their lawn chairs from all zip codes to mingle at Hemisfair, San Antonio’s front porch,” says Andres Andujar, CEO of HPARC. “We hope that Third Brewsday at Hemisfair becomes a beloved community engagement, encourages vitality downtown, and helps us transform San Antonio.”

The very first Third Brewsday sponsored by Glazer’s Distributors will be held on Tuesday, December 18 from 5:00-9:00PM at the S. Alamo entrance to Hemisfair. Of-age guests can enjoy a complimentary tasting of the following artisanal brews while they last: Batch 19, Henry Weinhard’s, Redd’s Apple Ale, and Third Shift. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and soak up live music from Texas Country artists Gabe Garcia, Mario Flores, and Chris Salinas.

The event is free and open to the public. Free parking for designated drivers will be available at all City-operated parking garages, lots, and meters starting at 5:00PM. Hemisfair also encourages the use of public transportation. For more information on Downtown Tuesday including a map of free parking, visit: www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/downtowntuesday.aspx.

For more information about Third Brewsday at Hemisfair, https://www.facebook.com/HemisfairSanAntonio.

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In the past year, San Antonians backed Hemisfair’s revitalization as a cornerstone of Mayor Castro and Council’s SA2020 Vision by approving the Hemisfair Master Plan and voting for the 2012 Bond. “We hope our new merchandizing effort will mobilize supporters and signify the personal connection between the people of San Antonio and the future of Hemisfair,” said Andres Andujar, CEO of Hemisfair. A portion of sales go to Hemisfair non-profit, and the apparel will be a way for fans to spread excitement of what’s to come.

Over twenty items are available for purchase featuring nine variations of the Hemisfair logo, from baby onesies to iPhone cases. The site launches in time for Cyber Monday’s online shopping frenzy.

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