[Image: The Vision Guide Dogs logo features a winding road with a guide dog standing in the center and "Vision Guide Dogs" printed in the upper-right corner. Next to the logo it reads "Navigate the World."]

Viva Fiesta!

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Buddy in a down-stay position surrounded by a display of decorative flowers in a variety of colors at a craft store.]

Let's party with a purpose! Fiesta is that time of year when San Antonio comes together to honor the rich and diverse cultures and history of the city. While it is a time to celebrate, it is also an opportunity for individuals and organizations to serve the community. Fiesta truly captures the essence of San Antonio and its people. Whether you're from here or just visiting, we look forward to enjoying the best the city has to offer with you. Please be sure to visit our booth at one of the upcoming Fiesta events where you will have the chance to meet some of our pups. Viva Fiesta!

Photo Album

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Joy in a sit-stay position surrounded by potted plants. She is wearing her VGD training vest.]

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Elroy in a sit-stay position on the grass with farm animals in a fenced-in area behind him. He is wearing his VGD training vest.]

[Image: VGD activity at the Vibrant Works Beeping Easter Egg Hunt. The activity features grass made of green-dyed rice with bunnies, butterflies, flowers, and baskets containing dyed eggs scattered throughout.]

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Joy in a sit-stay position on yellow-painted concrete in the outdoor area of a home improvement store. She is wearing her VGD training vest.]

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Buddy lying down on his dog bed with a toy between his paws.]

[Image: VGD Pickleball Tournament 1st Place winners in front of the CNP San Antonio sign with a red, white, and blue star in the center.]

[Image:VGD Pickleball Tournament 2nd Place winners in front of the CNP San Antonio sign with a red, white, and blue star in the center.]

[Image: VGD Pickleball Tournament 3rd Place winner in front of the CNP San Antonio sign with a red, white, and blue star in the center.]

Note of Appreciation

[Image: Action photo of Alan Hepp on a pickleball court during the VGD Pickleball Tournament hosted by Chicken N Pickle (CNP). The CNP logo is in the lower-left corner and features images of a hen, pickleball paddle, and ball in the center and beneath it reads, "Pickleball Headquarters."]

Events & Information

[Image: LVRC. Low Vision Resource Center. Hope...Help...Independence. The Owl Radio logo is in the center of the C featuring an owl surrounded by stars and a crescent moon.]

[Image: Digital artwork created by Belle & Union that reads, "Fiesta femme flourish."]

[Image: VGD 2024 Fiesta San Antonio official medal designed to look like a Lotería game card and featuring VGD's first guide dog, Zuke, with the words "El Perro Guía" at the bottom of the medal. Festive, colorful graphics including birds, a flower, and party banners surround the medal.]

[Image: Camp CAMP logo which features a blue, red, and yellow rainbow with a yellow star on the left-hand side, red paper cutout figures holding hands, and one red paper cutout figure with a walking aid in one hand while climbing a ladder leading to the rainbow.]

[Image: King William Fair logo featuring an image of the King William Park gazebo and a Fiesta party banner.]

This Fiesta season, our 2024 Fiesta medals are available for sale at Mike's Dog Store and Dogtopia - Alamo Heights. Stay tuned for announcements about more locations and events where you can purchase the VGD 2024 Fiesta San Antonio official medal!

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How You Can Help

[Image: Guide dog-in-training Elroy is in a down-stay position unfazed by the bubbles that surround him. He is wearing his VGD training vest.]

Just for Fun

[Image: Stephanie Pena Frost from SA Live on KSAT demonstrates how to make a Fiesta wreath in a short YouTube video.]

DIY Fiesta Wreath:

Let's Fiesta, San Antonio! Follow the instructions in the video above to create a one-of-a-kind Fiesta wreath for your home. You can find fantastic Fiesta supplies, decor, and more at Amol's and Fiesta at North Star.

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