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Welcome to the Friday’s Food for Thought post from got geoint? As we are 23 days from kicking off GEOINT 2011, we thought an ideal topic to explore in this week’s FFFT post is the great city of San Antonio. From its storied history to the River Walk, San Antonio has plenty to offer. But fret not, this post is not a commercial for the city. Instead, we are diving bit deeper to really expose the hidden/underground cultural gems of San Antonio. So, come along for a ride that will show you what this great city is really all about. See you all in 23 days! Oh, just a reminder to get connected with fellow GEOINTers on CrowdVine – the social networking site for GEOINT 2011.

The Culture of San Antonio
From a vibrant art community that reflects the rich history and culture of the area, to some of the best cultural institutions, events, restaurants and nightlife in South Texas, San Antonio is a premier destination. Be sure to check out this listing of pretty much every cultural event happening in this great city.

The San Antonio Underground Film Festival
San Antonio has a thriving film scene and its San Antonio Underground Film Festival shines a light on some true indie movie talent, while also nurturing, fostering, and developing filmmakers of all ages. Although the film festival happened in June, be sure to mark your calendars for next year’s event.

San Antonio’s Indie Music Scene
It’s easy to forget that many other parts of the country having thriving music scenes. Sorry Brooklyn, you are definitely not the only player in town when it comes to great independent music. From groups like Snowbyrd, Burning Nopal and Leo Goes Grr, there is plenty of innovate music happening in this town. If you really want to have your finger on the pulse, be sure to check out Juan Hernandez’s Indie Music Examiner column here.

San Antonio’s Contemporary Art Month
Every March, San Antonio celebrates Contemporary Art Month (CAM), where local artists and curators present the best the community has to offer at galleries, museums, performing arts spaces, schools, restaurants and stores. Be sure to check out more here.

Texas Less Traveled
If you are looking for the official online destination for finding out about the secret gems of Texas, then we highly recommend you check out Texas Less Traveled. From remote beaches, hip hotels to underground dining, this site has it all.

Local Indie Band Snowbyrd
To give you a little taste of the musical talent coming out of San Antonio, here’s a video by local heroes Snowbyrd. We hope you enjoy.

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