The San Antonio AIA Chapter, and Ruby City invite you to an enriching morning of stories, architecture, and community impact with Mike McGlone, FAIA, and Irby Hightower, FAIA, two celebrated Fellows of the American Institute of Architects. McGlone and Hightower will share the captivating story behind the partnerships that brought two transformative projects to life: Ruby City, a beacon of contemporary art and architectural innovation, and the revitalized San Pedro Creek, a symbol of ecological restoration and cultural celebration.

Discover how collaboration between visionaries, architects, and the community created these enduring landmarks, shaping the identity and future of our city.

The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Registration is required.

To celebrate the dreaming life of our founder, Linda Pace, Ruby City will host a quarterly introduction to creative dreamwork series with writer and creativity coach, Leigh Baldwin. In each 90-minute session, participants discuss how and why to work with dreams, how to improve recall and recording of dream messages, and methods of interpreting dream symbols. Sessions will conclude by offering up dreams from our participants for group discussion and interpretation. All materials for workshop will be provided.

Space is limited. Registration is required. 

Join Ruby City Director, Elyse Gonzales, for a walkthrough and celebration of the opening of Synthesis & Subversion Redux, at Studio, located inside Chris Park. This newest exhibition is co-curated with Mia Lopez, Curator of Latinx Art, McNay Art Museum, who will join Elyse in discussion of the exhibition. Light bites and drinks will be served.

Featured Artists: Juan Carlos Escobedo, Jenelle Esparza, Bárbara Miñarro, Angeles Salinas, & José Villalobos. Synthesis & Subversion will be on view 2.15.25 -9.28.25.

2-3PM Walkthrough, 3-5PM Public Reception

Our popular meditation series is now offered monthly. Join seasoned meditation practitioner and sound artist Pamela Martinez for a restorative one-hour meditation experience every third Sunday of each month. Each session begins with an introduction to this practice (making this perfect for a first-timer) and includes a variety of mindfulness and meditation techniques. Dress comfortably for the experience and please bring a mat or cushion for sitting. This session will take place indoors at Ruby City.

Registration is not required but is recommended.