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Is accepting applications for its 2026 STEM Summer Camps, which will include camps focused on esports, music tech, eco-engineering, space exploration, aerospace, robotics and video game design, among others.

Located on the Tech Port campus, SAMSAT has engaged thousands of students from across the community with fun learning experiences that introduce them to potential careers in San Antonio’s top industries as they learn from experts in those fields.

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America’s 250th by Sea: A Voyage through the Nation’s Founding Cities

October 6 -13, 2026

Embark on a meaningful 8-day voyage from Halifax to Baltimore, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence, aboard the sophisticated L’Austral with esteemed Tour Host, Dr. Scott Stephenson, President & CEO of the American Revolution.

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The nonprofit Maverick Carter House

A three-story Victorian mansion built in 1893 by the son of Texas Revolution hero Samuel Maverick, is open April 2–4 for free tours PLUS its Fiesta showing of sparkling gowns from previous Fiesta Royal Courts (7 in all).

Furnished with antiques and family heirlooms, the home was designed by British architect Alfred Giles, who moved to San Antonio and established his practice in 1876.

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UTSA is hosting a screening of Vingt Dieux (Holy Cow, Louise Courvoisier, 2024)

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Set in the French countryside, the film follows Totone, an 18-year-old who suddenly finds himself responsible for his younger sister after a family tragedy. As he navigates grief, friendship, and early adulthood, he enters a local competition — less out of ambition than necessity.

2810 North Flores Street San Antonio, Texas 78212

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The Iran War: What We Know, What Comes Next

Monday, April 20 | 8pm EDT / 6pm MDT

Featuring Steven Cook, senior Middle East expert at the Council on Foreign Relations; Amb. Deborah Jones, U.S. Ambassador (ret.) to Kuwait and Libya; and Beth Sanner, CNN National Security Contributor and former Deputy Director of National Intelligence.

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Korean Fiesta & K-Pop Dance Contest

April 18 | 12pm – 5pm

Featuring Steven Cook, senior Middle East expert at the Council on Foreign Relations; Amb. Deborah Jones, U.S. Ambassador (ret.) to Kuwait and Libya; and Beth Sanner, CNN National Security Contributor and former Deputy Director of National Intelligence.

1250 Holdbook Rd. San Antonio TX 78218

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Young Sun Choi

April 12, 2026

Bronze Medalist Gurwitz 2024 Internation Piano Competition

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Festival Francophone 2026

Join the Alliance Française de San Antonio this April for FRANCOFUN FESTIVAL 2026! This is a family-friendly French festival that celebrates the richness of the Francophone world.

Saturday, April 11 | 11am – 2pm

RSVP REQUIRED.

1250 Holdbook Rd. San Antonio TX 78218

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From Ancient Capital to Terrorist Target Recovering and Stabilizing the Past in Iraq with the Nimrud Rescue Project with Brian Michael Lione

Institue, will explore the history and importance of the city of Nimrud, dicuss the establishment of the Nimrud Rescure Project, and share some of the finds and successes at the site.

Tuesday, April 28 | 6:00 – 7:00pm

RFree, registration required

1250 Holdbook Rd. San Antonio TX 78218

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International Trivia Night

Test your knowledge of international trivia, including pop culture facts, common misconceptions, literature, and more.

May 12, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

University of the Incarnate Word,

Rosenberg School of Optometry. Room #301 – 304 9275 Datapoint Dr. San Antonio, TX 78229

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The Overlooked Enemies of Peace: Rethinking Modern Peacekeeping

Join us for a discussion on sustainable peacebuilding in the modern age, The Overlooked Enemies of Peace: Rethinking Modern Peacekeeping Program, a conversation you won’t want to miss.

In-Person Reception: 6:00 PM Central Time (CT)

In-Person & Zoom Program: 6:30 PM Central Time (CT) / 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET

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ABOUT

The World Affairs Council of San Antonio was chartered in July 1982. It is a not-for-profit and non-partisan citizen’s educational forum focusing on foreign policy issues that affect our lives directly. Entirely local in governing and support, it services all individuals and organizations interested in its goals. We are a member of the World Affairs Councils of America.

OUR MISSION

We strive to promote public understanding of world affairs and United States foreign policy and to enhance the ability of its citizens and future leaders to participate in a global community. We accomplish our mission by presenting lectures, organizing discussion groups, sponsoring educational outreach programs, and hosting deliberative sessions for young professionals.

Members

The purpose for which the corporation is organized is to be a non-profit and nonpartisan educational organization within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code of 1986, as amended, dedicated to the education of its membership and the general public (community) about the foreign policy of the United States, and its relationships with other countries and international organizations.