[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: A digital flyer with a photo of Black Labrador retriever Star in the center surrounded by colorful flowers and the word, "Viva!"]

Hello Friends!

It’s that time of year when we come together to celebrate the incredible spirit of San Antonio—Fiesta is here! What started as a simple parade to honor Texan heroes has grown into a 10-day celebration filled with live music, delicious food, a variety of vibrant parades, and countless nonprofit-driven events that support amazing local causes. Every event offers a chance to celebrate the rich history and culture of the area while also making a difference. To us, Fiesta combines two of our favorite things—raising awareness about VGD's mission and connecting with the wonderful people in our community.

Viva Fiesta San Antonio 🦮🪅🎉

Photos

[Image: Yellow Labrador retriever Elroy is in a sit-stay position in the middle of a grassy yard.]

[Image: A closeup of Black Labrador retriever Star.]

[Image: Black Labrador retriever Star is sitting on a sidewalk next to the San Antonio River at the Pearl District. There is a waterfall feature in the background.]

[Image: Yellow Labrador retriever Elroy is in a down-stay position inside a warehouse store learning how to patiently wait while his handler shops.]

[Image: Yellow Labrador retriever Elroy is training inside of Bass Pro Shops. He is sitting in front of a display of stuffed wild animals.]

[Image: Black Labrador retriever Star is in a down-stay position during her Valentine photo shoot. She is surrounded by pink and red mylar balloons.]

Upcoming Events

[Image: A flyer that reads, "You are invited! 27th Annual Low Vision Expo. Marriott San Antonio Airport, 77 NE Loop 410. Saturday, April 5, 2025, 9:00 to 1:00. Learn more: www.owlradio.org." There is a photo of a man who is visually impaired sitting on a bench with his guide dog sitting in front of him and a white cane next to him leaning against the bench.]

[Image: A bright and colorful flyer that reads, "VGD Upcoming Fiesta Events. 4/12 Morgan's Fiesta Market. 4/24 Pin Pandemonium at Fiesta Fiesta. 5/3 The King William Fair and the Fiesta Pooch Parade. 2025 VGD Fiesta Medals Available for Sale!" There is a closeup of black Labrador retriever Star's face in the lower-left corner. In the lower-right corner there is a picture of our 2025 Fiesta medal featuring guide dog Zola.]

2025 Fiesta Medals Are Here!

[Image: Flyer that reads, "Fiesta Medals! $12. Free Lotería matchbox while supplies last!" There are brightly colored flowers bordering the top and bottom. In the center is a picture of our 2025 Fiesta medal featuring guide dog Zola, a yellow Labrador retriever, and a dangling "L" paying tribute to her puppy raiser, Lana Reynolds. Next to the medal is a pink glitter-covered matchbox with a miniature Lotería game card with a rose on it.]

Volunteer

[Image: A flyer with a photo of Black Labrador retriever Star walking next to her handler, gazing up at him as he hands her a dog treat. Above Star the flyer reads, "Raise a puppy, Change a Life!"]

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