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ummer is coming to a close and it’s time to do all the last minute things before the kids go back to school. All of us here at Welcome Home hope you had a great summer ﬁlled with fun times, family and friends. Even though summertime is nearly over, we are fortunate to enjoy the extended sunshine and warm temperatures here in San Antonio… there’s still time to enjoy the pool or head down to the coast during Labor Day weekend. Take advantage and catch a few more summer waves and rays! As always, Welcome Home is excited to cover news and events throughout our community as we enter a new school year. Remember, we are always looking to highlight school athletics, galas, student clubs, organizations and more. As parents, we’re responsible for helping our students stay on track. With that in mind, remember Welcome Home would like to highlight as many students and their accomplishments as possible. There will be many school activities, clubs and tournaments your children will become involved in. We welcome photos and the opportunity to interview your outstanding student. There’s truly something special for any child or young adult when they see their name and photo in print. The front cover is special to me this month since my two brothers, Richard and Michael, are the ones on it. I am so blessed to have my family live in the same city. We are promoting our LosbsterMania! This is our family’s way to say “Thank You” to so many who have blessed us and our business. If you have never visited

Groomer’s Seafood, this would be the time to make your way on over! I guarantee the ambiance, service and quality will bring you back time and time again. The Stone Oak Business will be having its Business Expo again this September. This is a great event to attend as a business owner or as part of the general public. Meeting new business owners and supporting local business is what SOBA is all about. Make sure and mark your calendars and come out and support the local businesses who participate in this event. Remember, the proceeds from the Expo are awarded to local seniors as scholarships to help them as they venture on to college. Also, our Winter Celebration is right around the corner. We are looking for volunteers to help out the day of the event and for businesses to participate, along with sponsors for the event. We hope this year will be our best ever, so come on out and help us celebrate!!! Welcome Home is proud to have been your “good news” newspaper for the last 14 years. Thank you for being such a loyal reader and thank you, advertisers, for your support in making our publication possible. Please remember to dine, drink and enjoy what our local community has to offer by visiting our many advertisers at their place of business. We look forward to hearing from you! Enjoy the last days of summer.

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obsterMania at Groomer’s Seafood is fast approaching! This event has been a huge hit with lobster lovers since the beginning, but exactly how huge is huge? Sales reports from last year say more than 15,000 lobsters were sold in one day, with about 3,000 lobsters being sold per hour! As the unofﬁcial world record holders for the most lobster sold in one day, Groomer’s is more than ready to bring on the lobsters. With their new location in Corpus Christi ready to jump on board, there will be double the lobster and double the fun. Groomer’s Seafood Corpus Christi carries all of the same seafood products (both fresh and frozen) as the San Antonio location. Although the Groomer family has not yet set a date for LobsterMania 2015, they hope to have it either the ﬁrst or second week in August. If you want to stay up to date on the planning process, make sure to sign up for their Newsletter and LIKE their Facebook page. LobsterMania will be occurring at both the San Antonio and Corpus Christi locations, so stay tuned to the Groomer’s facebook page and tell all of your friends about it! For more information about Groomer’s

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month has now gone by since I submitted my announcement letter to Welcome Home. Quite a bit has happened – but I’m not quite sure where to begin, so bear with me while I get my bearings in order. As you all are now hopefully aware, my wife and myself have agreed again to take part in the annual tradition, Winter Celebration, on December 5. We’ve agreed to make the extremely long trek from the North Pole again via AirLife helicopter, due to the importance of this worthwhile cause. (Yes, I know, it would be WAY Cooler to bring one of my up-and coming reindeer, but its smack dab in their vacation time, and their union rep said I can’t include them.) Anyway, this family-friendly event is a wonderful yearly tradition that does all the right things, for just the right cause. It’s an event that really tugs on all the heartstrings of this jolly old fat man because it’s very similar to my own noble pursuit. Winter Celebration this year will again be held at North Central Baptist Hospital from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, again sponsored by North Central Baptist and Welcome Home Community Newspaper for the fourteenth straight year, will begin with a tremendous community parade featuring the talented bands of local high schools. Local businesses have booths and clubs often get involved to showcase their local pride. Following the parade, there will be rafﬂes for prizes, and an interactive scavenger hunt, as well as an opportunity to take photos with my wife and I. (Yes, we’re a big deal, but we’re more than happy to do it, the photographers at the event are far better than the paparazzi at the North Pole – they tend to have a bad habit of catching me at my worst, wearing a milk mustache and the like.) Upon hearing from the good folks at Welcome Home, I am convinced what we’re doing is worth it. As a result, I’m even thinking about participating in a few surprises, as we get closer to the day of the event. I also have to mention that I can’t wait to see all of the non-proﬁt Living Through Giving’s contributions this year. This event will allow the contributing community, be it children, their families, and even child advocacy groups – to get together and pass out gifts, sharing in the early holiday cheer directly. December may seem like a long time to wait, but it’s never too early to plan on being a part of the festivities. Reserve a booth today! For more info on how to participate in Winter Celebration, call 210-348-8233 or visit www.welcomhomesa.com. Your friendly neighbor from the north,

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his is my 10th summer as the owner of Stone Oak Vision Source and the time spent serving the community has ﬂown by. We are happy to have 3 doctors on staff now to allow easy access for appointments. In addition to routine eye care, we are able to treat medical eye emergencies. If your eyes are red and irritated, or if a foreign body went into your eye, we can get you right in and take care of

it for much less than an ER visit! This is one of the busiest times of the year with back to school right around the corner. Be sure and schedule your family’s appointments before that ﬁrst classroom bell rings so they will have all the tools they need for success in school. We see children as young as 6 months old and it is important to have an actual eye exam in addition to any vision screening the pediatrician performs as many health issues and conditions such as hyperopia (farsightedness) can be missed at screenings. We have an in-house lab to get glasses to you the same day in many cases

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Can plant herbals do this? Doubtful. There are side effects of taking hormones as well as not taking them. Some studies indicate there might be an increase of breast, uterine, or ovarian cancer with any type of hormone replacement therapy, natural or synthetic. Synthetic hormones are not found in the young menstruating adult, unlike natural hormones. I really don’t want a chemist’s hormones or a horse’s hormones, do you? Don’t let the window of opportunity close: get hormone levels checked, see where you are, weigh your options, and discuss the pros and cons with a knowledgeable physician. Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Enhancement of Life is located at 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601, San Antonio, TX 78231. For more information, call (210) 545-5224 or visit www.antiagingsa.com.

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Lobster Mania

o you remember it? Have you heard about it? Did you miss it last year??? Well the wait is over! LobsterMania at Groomer’s Seafood is fast approaching! This event has been a huge hit with lobster lovers since the beginning, but exactly how huge is huge? Sales reports from last year say more than 15,000 lobsters were sold in one day, with about 3,000 lobsters being sold per hour! As the unofﬁcial world record holders for the most lobster sold in one day, Groomer’s is more than ready to bring on the lobsters. With their new location in Corpus Christi ready to jump on board, there will be double the lobster and double the fun. Groomer’s Seafood Corpus Christi carries all of the same seafood products (both fresh and frozen) as the San Antonio location. “It’s pretty hard to miss…it’s pretty much the only blue building you see when you drive over the bridge. I’ve been down there a few times and I like it,” one of the San Antonio team members said about the new location. The Corpus location allows more people to partake in the festivities of LobsterMania! Though sale numbers have indeed been impressive, LobsterMania is about anything but the sales. Owner Richard Groomer put it best when he said, “LobsterMania is about creating memories for families and friends.” And boy, this event has sure done that. The ﬁrst year that LobsterMania was held it was pouring rain, with the line stretching far beyond the door. The Groomer family did everything possible to accommodate those waiting outside, including handing out plastic bags to use as rain slickers, but oddly enough, no one really seemed to mind the rain. Most people smiled and laughed, telling the Groomer’s team about the new friends that they made and stories they would have to tell from waiting in line. Every year people show up with their coolers and their friends prepared to wait for the doors to open. If you have never been to LobsterMania you should! The atmosphere is fun and exciting. It’s the Black Friday of Lobster in San Antonio! There is no other place in San Antonio to buy

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‘Hey, that sounds pretty neat. I should go to that.’ Live lobster for $6.95 each! No wonder the line was so long! But it wasn’t so bad, it went pretty quickly and I met some really interesting people. My family and I had a great time cooking dinner, so I’m deﬁnitely doing this again!” one woman said about her LobsterMania experience. Although the Groomer family has not yet set a date for LobsterMania 2015, they hope to have it either the ﬁrst or second week in August. If you want to stay up to date on the planning process, make sure to sign up for their Newsletter and LIKE their Facebook page. LobsterMania will be occurring at both the San Antonio and Corpus Christi locations, so stay tuned to the Groomer’s facebook page and tell all of your friends about it! For more information about Groomer’s Seafood and LobsterMania, you can visit their website at www. groomerseafood.com, their Facebook page at www. facebook.com/GroomersSeafood, or you can give them a call at (210) 377-0951. You can also sign up online and in store to receive weekly specials via email.

Left to right: Michael Groomer, Blake Groomer, and Richard Groomer.

fresh seafood and get the same experience as you would in a coastal town market. This is why LobsterMania has grown and grown! Customers always send in pictures of their friends and family enjoying their hard earned lobster after LobsterMania; photos of adorable kids and pets ﬂood the inbox at Groomer’s! “As this event continues to grow each year, we hear more and more touching stories. Just recently, we heard a story about two brothers who shared one of their last family meals together enjoying their lobster from LobsterMania.”, said Groomer. Groomer’s Seafood knows all about family and always appreciates the stories their customers have to tell. “It was amazing. I heard about it from a friend who saw it posted on Groomer’s Facebook page, and I thought,

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oyful laughter, eager minds, and big smiles ﬁll the brightly-colored, train-themed rooms of The Rainbow Station at San Antonio. A childhood education facility unlike any other, Rainbow Station offers a fulltime nursery and preschool program, after-school care, a part-time mother’s day out program, a summer program, the Get Well Place, and a private kindergarten. Rainbow Station Executive Director Jennifer Hrncir believes they provide a special place for children to begin developing social, educational, and life skills through developmentally appropriate, individualized practices. “Teachers choose to work at Rainbow Station’s because they love working with children,” said Hrncir. “They understand an NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited program provides the best learning experiences for young children and their educators by meeting national standards of quality.” As an NAEYC accredited facility, Rainbow Station serves as a high quality childcare program with a wide range of options, each geared toward providing a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the development of young children. Rainbow Station hires professional and degreed teachers for all age groups to ensure excellence in the classroom. To maintain accreditation, Rainbow Station is required to adhere to ten early childhood standards including promoting positive relationships for all children and adults, implementing a curriculum that fosters all areas of child development, and establishing collaborative relationships with families. But that’s not the only program they are incorporating into their teaching methods. “We have added The Leader in Me’s 7 Habits of Happy Kids to our curriculum at both locations,” explained Hrncir.

“NEISD has adopted this same program into all our local elementaries with several reaching Lighthouse School status. Hardy Oak, Wilderness Oak, Stone Oak, Las Lomas, and Hidden Forest are some of the elementary schools in our area that are Lighthouse schools and the majority of the others are in the same process we are.” The Leader in Me is aligned with best-in-class content and concepts practiced by global education thought leaders. It provides a logical, sequential and balanced process to help schools proactively design the culture that reﬂects their vision of the ideal school. Content from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is a key component of the overall The Leader in Me process. The 7 Habits is a synthesis of universal, timeless principles of personal and interpersonal effectiveness, such as responsibility, vision, integrity, teamwork, collaboration and renewal, which are secular in nature and common to all people and cultures. With about 60 staff members, Rainbow Station is large enough to offer quality programs to approximately 400 children, ages six weeks to 13 years, and individualized attention by maintaining personal portfolios that track the development of each child’s successes and challenges. “Rainbow Station makes every effort to help parents and children make informed decisions and select the right school for their family. We encourage everyone to take a tour, speak to our teachers and get a personal feel for our program,” said Jennifer. “We are available Monday through Friday for information and tours. The best times to tour are from 9-11 and 4-6 but we will always try to work something out for parents who cannot make those times, just give us a call.

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Reagan Seniors Say “Thanks For The Memories” Submitted by Connie Marrero and Deana Abiassi onald Reagan High School Seniors 2015 followed the time-honored tradition of walking the stage at Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio to receive their diplomas on Sunday, June 7, 2015. Immediately following the ceremony, 229 graduates celebrated their accomplishments with fellow classmates at Project Graduation 2015, with an all-night drug and alcohol free event, held this year at Main Event. The celebration at Main Event included an exclusive all-night celebration that included unlimited food, photo booth, unlimited casino play, billiards and games, laser bowling, rock climbing, plus scholarship bucks. Every graduate attending Project Graduation received a special nominal gift selected especially for the Class of 2015! The special event was sponsored by the Ronald Reagan High School PTA and funded solely through ticket sales and donations from parents and the community. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the parents, committee chairs, administration, community and businesses of Reagan High School for all your generosity, enthusiasm and heartfelt support for Ronald Reagan High School Project Graduation 2015. Your unwavering commitment to help provide a safe and fun environment for our graduates has made this event a success. Those who donated time, funding and merchandise clearly made a big difference in the lives of many young adults. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Class of 2015 for representing Reagan High School proudly with their

Project Graduation 2015, with an all-night drug and alcohol free event, held this year at Main Event.

participation in Project Graduation. To the graduates, we say congratulations and good luck in all of your future endeavors. Ronald Reagan High School 2015 Senior Project Graduation would like to thank the following local area businesses, individuals and Reagan senior parents for their generous donations toward the fundraising events to support project graduation. Summa Cum Laude Level: Donations from Senior Parents, Community Garage Sale, Diamondbacker Sports Association, H-E-B, Kneaders Bakery & Café and The Wash Tub Corporate. Magna Cum Laude Level: Alamo Sports Photography, Frost Bank, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Kendra Scott, Lantana Spa/ JW Marriott, McAlisters Deli, North Park Lexus, Oaks Crossing Restaurant, Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union, Retama Park, Security Service Federal Credit Union, The Home Accessory Company, The M Spa at Canyon Springs, Whataburger and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Cum Laude Level: Bar Louie, Broadway

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the body should be. The things that matter most to me in a dental ofﬁce are care, skill, judgment, staff, and facility. I want a dentist who looks at my mouth comprehensively and not just the teeth. I want a dentist that cares about me. I want a dentist that has hygienists that take time to point out areas in my mouth that I can work on, that takes time to explain how to ﬂoss and brush my teeth better, and

Mid-Life Money Errors By Eric Zeitler Client Centric Wealth Management (210) 807-7599 f you are between 40 & 60, beware of to today’s hottest sectors or asset classes these financial blunders & assumptions. so you can catch up. This impulse could Between the ages of 40 and 60, backfire. The closer you get to retirement many people increase their commitment to age, the fewer years you have to recoup investing and retirement saving. Many fall investment losses. Are you only focusing on building prey to some common money blunders and harbor financial assumptions that may be wealth rather than protecting it? Many inaccurate. These errors and suppositions people begin investing in early with the idea of making money and a tendency to play the are worth examining. Do you think you need to invest with market in one direction – up. As taxes lurk more risk? If you are behind on retirement and markets suffer occasional downturns, saving, you may find yourself wishing for moving from mere investing to an actual a “silver bullet” investment or wishing strategy is crucial. Have you made saving for retirement you could allocate more of your portfolio

answer questions about any treatment that might be needed or wanted. I want the office to be neat and comely and to have a warm and friendly staff. I want an office that helps me understand my dental insurance if I have one. I want an office that has up to date technology that can make treatment quicker and more comfortable. I want a dentist to not only fix my dental needs but also try to help me not have them in the future. I want a dentist that cares just as much about prevention of dental problems as he is about fixing them. You want a dentist that is skilled and well trained at what they do and that has an office that you are comfortable with. I

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a secondary priority? It should be a top priority, even if it becomes secondary for a while due to fate or bad luck. Some families put saving for college first, saving for mom and dad’s retirement second. Remember that college students can apply for financial aid, but retirees cannot. Have you taken a loan from your workplace retirement plan? This is a bad idea. You are drawing down your retirement savings. Repaying the loan will cut into your take-home pay. You will have to repay the full amount within five years. If you leave the entire loan amount will likely have to be paid back within 90 days and if you cannot pay the entire amount back and you are younger than 59½, the IRS will characterize the unsettled portion of the loan as a premature distribution.2 Do you assume that your peak earning years are straight ahead? Conventional wisdom says that your yearly earnings reach a peak sometime in your mid-fifties or late

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Submitted By Sylvia Lopez Gaona t’s summertime and the living is easy but the 2015 – 2016 Reagan High School Cheer Team has been hard at work. The off-season is time for conditioning and gaining new skills. The girls are feeling the pain and the gain of both while managing to break in their new coach, Nick Hoenes. Coach Hoenes is an Austin native who found his passion for cheer while cheering in high school. After graduation he began working as an instructor for the Universal Cheerleaders Association; he has been with them for eight years. In his time at UCA he has taught cheerleaders and coaches from across the country and was named Head Instructor of The Year for the Southwest Region in 2013. Nick started his college cheer career at LSU cheering on the Tigers from 2008 – 2010. Nick ﬁnished his degree at Texas State University where he has been the assistant cheerleading coach for the last two years. Nick is very excited to be joining the Reagan family, along with a few others. The Varsity team this year includes Seniors – Paige Alderink, Megan Bradford, Kaci Cunningham, Avery Essex, Lucia Gaona, Madison Hager (Co-Captain), Julia Shannon, Jessica Stiglmeier (Captain) and Hannah Williams; and Juniors – Sara Benavidez, Alysa Blake, Amanda Christiansen, Maria Diez, Ellie Kiesle, Emili Labanna, Kassidy Olivarez, and Taylor Simmons. Our Mascot is Amanda Gutierrez. The JV team consists of Katie Ammon, Jezel Barrera, Emily Brant, Claudia Cruz, Alyssa Grove, McKenna Hastings, Kirby Hayden, Madison Moore, Taylor Mzyk, Kaitlyn Reilly, Kalen Rodriguez, Ryan Schaner, Emily Spears and Mallorie Thomas. The Freshman team members are Brittany Blees, Abby Burk, Kierra

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Submitted By Monica Faulkenbery he start of the next school year will be here soon, so now’s the time to start planning on what you might need to be ready. To ﬁnd out the answer to such questions as what school supplies to get, when bus schedules are announced, or where to register your child for school, visit Northside ISD’s Back to School website. School starts Aug. 24 for an estimated 104,786 students in Northside ISD. The last day of school is June 2, 2016. There are 88 instructional days in the ﬁrst semester and 89 in the second semester for a total of 177.

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The Back to School website includes the most frequently asked questions including information about registration, immunizations, calendars, school supply lists, bus routes, and more. Those moving to San Antonio due to a military relocation should check out our website for military families. In addition, parents are encouraged to sign up for a SchoolMessenger account to receive text message and email alerts from their child’s school. You can also keep up with District news through our Facebook and Twitter pages.

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Elite Karate Student Brings Home Gold Medal Submitted By Jane Weeden rman Diego Polanco won the gold medal in the Free Style Poomsae Competition at the 2015 USAT National Tournament in Austin, Texas this past Friday, July 10th. Polanco, fourteen years old and soon to be freshman at Reagan High School this fall, stunned the crowd with impeccable style and technique during his performance earning him a score of 6.43. Polanco stepped onto the mats Friday morning as the ﬁrst performer, setting a high standard for the six other participants in his group. Polanco portrayed determination, discipline and investment in Tae Kwon Do as his parents, family members, friends

and Master Hsu were present to cheer him on along with hundreds of onlookers. His commitment and respect for the sport are evident and reﬂective in his day to day attitude with his family and peers. Polanco recently received his second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do from Elite Karate under the guidance and training of Master Raymond Hsu, his mentor of six years. In preparation for the USAT Tournament and long term Tae Kwon Do skills, Master Hsu referred Polanco to his colleagues in Taipei, Taiwan where Polanco spent four weeks training abroad this past June. During his six years as a student of Elite Karate, Arman Diego Polanco spends summers at the Elite Camp as a student and

volunteer. Master Hsu, himself a seventh degree black belt and International Tae Kwon Referee, ﬁrst began his training in Taiwan in 1980. Master Hsu is the leading Poomsae authority for the US & Pan American region. He has refereed the past seven World Championships. He has competed in numerous tournaments, and after settling in San Antonio opened Elite Karate in 2000. Elite Karate and Master Hsu congratulate Arman Diego on his accomplishments and Gold Medal win. Arman Diego plans on spending the remainder of his summer with family and training for upcoming tournaments.

Arman Diego Polanco won the gold medal in the Free Style Poomsae Competition at the 2015 USAT National Tournament.

Reagan Student Completes Leadership In Action Program Special To Welcome Home ducation in Action is recognizing one North East ISD student for her dedication to developing leadership skills and getting involved in her community. Ninety-eight outstanding young student leaders from across the state successfully completed Education in Action’s 20142015 Lone Star Youth Leadership Council program. Danielle DeLaPaz, 11th grader at Reagan High School, is a 6th year member of the Lone Star Youth Leadership Council. For her 2014-2015 project, Dancing Petals, Danielle visited the Coronado Assisted Living Center and shared her

love of dance over the Easter break. She entertained the residents with her wonderful dancing. After her performance, she listened to them speak about their past experiences with the arts while she shared a more contemporary point of view. Members participated in a Lone Star Leadership Academy, a week long leadership development summer camp. As graduates of this program, they were invited to join Education in Action’s alumni program, the Lone Star Youth Leadership Council, to receive leadership training during the school year. In addition to completing leadership skillbuilding lessons, each student identiﬁed a

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 A Healthy Body, From The Inside Out  Dr. Seema Dar, Dr. Muhammad Naeem & Dr. Chaithanya Mallikarjun If we can catch colon cancer in its early stages, there’s an almost 100 percent cure rate. But that’s only if you schedule your colonoscopy when you are supposed to.” – Dr. Seema Dar Front Row: (L to R) Suzanne McGregor, Seema A. Dar M.D., Muhammad Naeem M.D., Chaithanya Mallikarjun M.D. and staff.

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ur bodies are made up of several complex and intricate systems and our health depends upon each one operating correctly. A healthy digestive system – a complex system including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, liver, gallbladder and pancreas – can make all the difference in our levels of energy and wellbeing. However, when a digestive issue does arise, it may go undetected if routine treatment and screenings are neglected. Dr. Seema Dar, Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, has been practicing medicine for nearly 18 years and she is a fellow of the American college of gastroenterology. She has witnessed amazing advancements in her field and hopes that as technology continues to progress, more and more people will begin to take an active role in caring for their digestive systems, void of the stigma and fear sometimes associated with Gastroenterology. Working with her is Dr. Muhammad Naeem. Dr. Naeem is an experienced Gastroenterology Physician in their practice, and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and Gastroenterology. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and received his PhD (Immunology) from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. His Residency training in Internal Medicine was from St. Louis University and his Gastroenterology Fellowship, started at Yale University and completed at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Naeem has been practicing GI and Integrative medicine for about 15 years. He is an expert in advanced endoscopy procedures for diagnosing and treating diseases and complications of the gallbladder, pancreas and biliary tree. Besides general digestive diseases consultations, treatment of Hepatitis and Endoscopy, he is the only expert in town for food allergies in adolescents and adults, Celiac disease, integrative medicine and offers anti-aging therapy, through healthy Gut. His approach offers lifelong preventive and personalized approaches to prevent “Leaky Gut”, the predictor of premature fragility, early arteriosclerosis and dementia. But the fantastic staff doesn’t stop there. Just last year, Dr. Dar brought on a new partner with values that aligned with hers. Dr. Chaithanya Mallikarjun, an outstanding female physician Gastroenterologist who went medical school in India and continued training at Atlanta Medical Center and followed by two fellowship at Ochsner Medical center/Tulane University and worked at Tulane University Medical Center, found a new home in San Antonio when she joined the clinic.

“The environment that I have been welcomed into has been better than I could have imaged with this clinic,” said Dr. Mallikarjun. “The city has been hospitable as well. San Antonio is proving to be an amazing place for me to grow, and a place for me to call home.” Dr. Mallikarjun treats patients who need general Gastrointestinal and Liver care. She is passionate about overall health care of patients, understanding GI and liver pathologies and efficiently treating them. She has found passion for her work through helping people in many ways. The most gratifying part of being a gastroenterologist is preventing colon cancer by screening colonoscopy. “The GI tract is the mirror of your overall health,” Dr. Mallikarjun explained. “It is one field where you can find and fix the problem or keep it in remission. You can prevent cancer! This career field is gratifying.” Together with their talented medical assistants and friendly team members, Dr. Dar and Dr. Mallikarjun have become widely loved and respected by both their patients and their peers. Their technical skills combined with their affinity for compassionate care have earned them the respect and esteem within the field. “I chose to go into Gastroenterology because I wanted to do something that would allow me to combine my clinical and technical skills,” explained Dr. Dar of her career choice. “I wanted to diagnose and be a surgeon: Gastroenterology gives me a chance to do both.” Originally from India, Dr. Dar earned her medical degree from University of Kashmir and moved to Lubbock, Texas where she received Internal Medicine training at Texas Tech University. Her training was followed by a Fellowship in Gastroenterology with a focus on colon cancer, liver and pancreatic diseases. She decided to relocate her practice in 2005 to Stone Oak due to its continued growth and outstanding medical facilities. “People are becoming more aware, more conscious of Gastro disorders,” explained Dr. Dar of her patients. “They want answers and want to take an active role in their health and treatment. Developing relationships with my patients is the most important, and also the most rewarding part of my job.” Both doctors’ cheerful and inherently kind disposition in addition to their dedication to incorporating state-of-theart technology into the practice is undoubtedly what makes them successful physicians. The clinic uses an innovative new procedure called a Capsule Endoscopy which allows the doctors to closely examine the lining of the middle part of the small intestine. “There’s a good 18 feet of intestine that can’t be

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easily accessed or scoped,” explained Dr. Dar. “Capsule Endoscopy allows the patient to swallow a pill-sized camera which takes pictures of the small intestine and wirelessly transmits them to a small recording device you wear around your waist.” After the camera passes through the digestive tract (over a time span of approximately four to eight hours) physicians can examine the recordings and then locate sources of bleeding or diagnose conditions including anemia and Crohn’s Disease that without this technology may have gone undiagnosed. The advancements in technology and treatment modalities of digestive diseases have grown exponentially over the past decade. With the combination of early detection, diagnosis and the appropriate medication, the outlook and quality of life for patients suffering from digestive issues can be greatly improved. The American Cancer Society recommends that adults should undergo a colonoscopy at age 50 and follow-up with recommended routinema screenings. African American and Hispanic males, who have a higher risk of developing colon cancer, should be tested beginning at age 40. Those with a family history of a colon cancer should also be screened earlier in life. Medicare and most other health insurances now will cover 100 percent of costs related to a colonoscopy. When Dr. Dar ﬁrst opened her practice in Stone Oak, she was one of the only female Gastroenterologists in the area. Now with Dr. Mallikarjun on the team, there’s another option for treatment with a female doctor. Both Dr. Dar and Dr. Mallikarjun understand the demand for gender within their practice and work their hardest to provide the expect level of comfort for their patients. “Females in general tend to be compassionate, gentle and spend more time listening,” explained Dr. Mallikarjun. “I believe I give my patients an added level of comfort and I never hesitate to take that extra effort and time to explain things to my patients. I want them to be open, honest and able to count on me.”

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Stone Oak Pharmacy Specialty Compounding & Delivery Retail Pharmacy Services & DME 18866 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 494-4272 • see map pg. 19

Dr. John M. Nevelow, O.D., F.A.A.O. Erin M. Nevelow, O.D. 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 120 349-2437 “Discoveries Thru Vision” Texas State Optical Renee Dunlap, O.D. 21019 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., Ste. 832 490-EYES (3937) • see map pg. 19 www.stoneoaktso.com

Orthodontics For Adults/Children Britton and Ferris Orthodontics Bloyce H. Britton III., DDS, • MS Tyler W. Ferris, DDS, • MS 1130 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100 497-6688 • see map pg. 19

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Neurosurgical Associates of S. A., P.A. Donald L. Hilton MD., Arnold B. Vardiman MD. Donald P. Atkins MD. 18626 Hardy Oak Blvd., Suite 240 477-1956 • www.neurosurgerysa.com

Schatz Orthodontics Eric Schatz, DDS 22610 U.S. Highway 281, Suite 201 272-7129 • www.alohasmiles.net

Podiatry Alamo Family Foot & Ankle Care D.M. Chaney • W. Strash • R. Perez, DPM’s 57 1314 E. Sonterra Blvd., Bldg. 3, Suite 302 829-8770 (by Clock Tower) • see map pg. 19 www.podlink.com

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Texas Physical Therapy Dr. J. Sams, PT • Dr. S. Stratton, PT • Dr. J. Clark, PT Dr. A. Fong, PT • Dr. J. Morello, PT, • Dr. D. Clark, PT Dr. L. Magalong, PT • Dr. B. Guarriello, PT 300 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 210 494-4500 • www.texpts.com

Tricity Pain Associates P.A. U. Dar, MD, S. Vasireddy MD, K. Monis MD. S. Patel, MD, R. Sharma, MD, 110 Stone Oak Loop • 268-0129 www.sapaindoc.com, www.tricitypaindoc.com Huebner Pediatrics Dr. Michelle Storandt • Dr. Adelnery Gonzalez 15714 Huebner Rd., Bldg. 3 447-3000 www.huebnerpediatrics.com

Physical Rehabilitation Institute Dr. Bussey • D. Harrington G. Molina • S. Bussey 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 107 545-9355 (well) • see map pg. 19 www.myPRI.net

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Healthlink Outpatient Rehab Center 525 Oak Centre, Suite 450 297-4525 • see map pg. 19 www.healthlinksa.com

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San Antonio Dermatology Board Certified in Dermatology 19222 Stone Hue, Suite 103 497-1475 • see map pg. 19 www.lindacoffeymd.com

Texas Fertility Center Summer L. James, M.D. 502 Madison Oak Dr., Suite 230 370-3800 www.fertilitysanantonio.com

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South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers North Central Imaging Center 155 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100 31 617-9000 • see map pg. 19 www.stric.com Fossil Creek Urgent Care Clinic 22250 Bulverde Rd. (Corner of Evans Rd.) 401-8185 • www.fossilcreekurgentcare.com Open Late and Weekends Family and Pediatric Medicine Stone Oak Urgent Care & Family Practice 115 Gallery Circle, Suite 102 481-6060 • www.soucfp.com Family Practice, Open 7 Days

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Submitted By Risa Weinberger s summer vacation comes to an end, it’s time to start scheduling all those extra-curricular activities. Middle school and high school Girl Scouts, in the Stone Oak area, have the opportunity to meet with other teen Girl Scouts during the monthly Teen Association of Girl Scouts “TAGS” meetings and events. This year, the meetings/ events will be moved to the Middle school and high school Girl Scouts, in the Stone Oak area, have 2nd Sunday each month. The the opportunity to meet with other teen Girl Scouts. ﬁrst meeting will take place on Many older girls are too busy to be Sunday, September 13 at the Orange Leaf involved in a troop. Some teen girls don’t in the Vineyard Shopping Center (1207 N realize the beneﬁts of staying in Girl Loop 1604 W #103)1:30 – 3:00pm. During this meeting, girls will vote on a variety of Scouts after elementary school. By staying activities and choose an executive board for involved with this group, older girls are given more responsibility for the planning the year. At the end of the school year, the TAGS of events, assist with the service unit events, group had a great swim party. The girls had a and network with girls their own age and lot of fun getting to know each other, eating, older. They also learn how to encourage and swimming, and playing games. The hope is support each other while working on Silver that these girls attend the fall meeting and and Gold Awards. For more information about the encourage friends and other troop members Teen Association of Girl Scouts in the to join them. The girls will plan activities for the fall and winter, get involved with Bush Lopez Service Unit, contact Risa community service, and share experiences. Weinberger risajbw@gmail.com or Beth Beaty blsud@hotmail.com.

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Submitted By Monica Faulkenbery s summer’s end approaches, families need to remember to check their immunizations to be prepared to return to school for 2015-16 school year. Some students may not have the requisite number of shots and not know it due to the state increasing the number of shots required at various grade levels. Northside ISD continues to enforce its “No Shots, No School” policy. Texas law requires all public school children have current immunizations in order to attend class. Students who come to school on the ﬁrst day of classes and don’t have up-todate shots will have to wait in the school ofﬁce for their parents to pick them up and take them to get their shots. Immunization Requirements for 20152016 DTP/DTaP/DT/TD/Tdap Five doses are required for entry of kindergarten students unless the fourth dose was received on or after the 4th birthday. Doses are also required for students entering prekindergarten – school nurse will evaluate. Students age 7, starting their vaccine, are required to have three doses. One booster dose of a Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussiscontaining vaccine is required for entry into 7th grade if at least 5 years have passed since the last dose of a Tetanus-containing vaccine. Grades 8-12 require a booster dose of Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis-containing vaccine every 10 years. Polio: Four doses of Polio vaccine are required for kindergarten students unless the third dose was received after the 4th birthday. Doses are also required for students entering pre-kindergarten – school nurse will evaluate. It can be any

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Internal Medicine of Stone Oak 19272 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 105 210-490-3800 Allergy, Asthma, Immunology & Rheumatology Inst. 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 101 210-495-4335 GREEN FIELDS MARKET 19239 Stone Oak Pkwy. 210-495-4644 21714 HARDY OAK Little Teeth of Texas (Shawna Gerling, DDS) 21714 Hardy Oak Blvd., Ste. 102 210-497-8787 PREMIER PAIN CONSULTANTS 18626 Hardy Oak Blvd., Ste. 215 210-298-4900 21702 HARDY OAK HOPE CHURCH HAS MOVED 17903 Corp. Woods Drive 210-545-4673 (10:15 a.m. Sundays) NORTH CENTRAL URGENT CARE 19223 Stone Hue 210-490-5911 FAMILY ALLERGY & ASTHMA 20650 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 106 210-342-6200 STONE OAK MEDICAL OFFICE BLDG. Center For Cosmetic Surgery 540 Madison Oak, Ste. 400 210-545-4848 Urology Of Stone Oak 540 Madison Oak, Ste. 400 210-490-3040 NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST HOSPITAL 210-297-4000 Healthlink 525 Oak Centre, Ste. 450 210-297-4525 THE ATRIUM BUILDING Dr. Sertich 502 Madison Oak, Ste. 346 210-614-8625 Everyone’s ENT & Sinus Center 502 Madison Oak, Ste. 140 210-647-3838 STONE OAK PHYSICIANS PLAZA II STONE OAK PHYSICIANS PLAZA I Lan Anh Ngo, M.D., P.A. 19016 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 140 210-494-9109 The Wellness & Aesthetics 19016 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 240 210-495-8558 METHODIST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER SONTERRA MEDICAL PARK South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers 155 Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 100 210-617-9000

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STONE OAK PLAZA Alamo Eye Institute, PA (Lynnell C. Lowry, MD) 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 119 210-697-3821 K Charles and Co. Full Service Salon 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy. Ste. 123 210-403-0955 Stone Oak Orthodontics (Tito Norris, DDS, P.A.) 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 207 210-402-3322 CORNERSTONE CHURCH THE BLANCO MARKET CENTER Great Clips For Hair 18630 Blanco Rd, Ste. 114 210-404-0994 THE VINEYARD SHOPPING CENTER Dr. Golab’s Chiropractic and Wellness PC 1205 N. Loop 1604 W., Ste. 211 210-764-8888 STONE OAK VILLAGE Slater White Cleaners 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy. Ste. 101 210-494-4126 State Farm Insurance, Betsy Dippo 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy. Ste. 112 210-496-3276 Stone Oak Florist 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 104 210-495-7442 STONE OAK SQUARE Vision Source 19202 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 106 210-495-9020 STONE HUE CENTER Pizza Hut 20323 Huebner Rd, Ste. 103 210-497-1123 ERA COLONIAL REAL ESTATE 19230 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 260 210-477-9400 STONE HUE PROFESSIONAL PLAZA North Hills Family Medicine 19222 Stone Hue, Ste. 104 210-481-6800 San Antonio Dermatology 19222 Stone Hue, Ste. 103 210-497-1475 THE MEDICAL PARK AT STONE OAK Romes Pizza 19298 Stone Oak Pkwy. 210-490-0700 Good Night Pediatrics 19272 Stone Oak Pkwy, 210-545-7581 Physical Rehabilitation Institute 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 107 210-545-9355

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49 INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE 18750 Stone Oak Parkway, Ste. 100 210-496-6111 50 STONE RIDGE MARKET International Bank of Commerce HEB at Hwy. 281 and Evans Rd. 210-369-2914 210-283-6500 Texas State Optical 21019 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., Ste. 832 210-490-3937 (EYES) 52 SONTERRA OFFICE PARK 53 SA DENTAL SPECIALISTS Britton and Ferris Orthodontics 1130 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 100 210-497-6688 54 115 GALLERY CIRCLE Dr. Webb’s Chiropractic & Wellness 115 Gallery Circle, Ste. 209 210-798-9322 55 STONE OAK CROSSING CENTER 56 LANE K. WALSH, DDS 1162 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 200 210-499-1110 57 CLOCK TOWER Alamo Family Foot & Ankle Care 1314 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 302 210-828-8770 A Thru Z Pediatrics 1314 E. Sonterra Blvd, Suite 102 210-490-8888 Reshmey Medical Clinic 1202 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 301 210-828-2311 58 METHODIST STONE OAK HOSPITAL Alamo Maxillofacial Surgical Assoc., PA 1139 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 505 210-402-3550 59 SAN ANTONIO FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 1717 N. Loop 1604 E 210-258-1604 60 WELLS FARGO BANK 18488 Blanco Rd. 210-856-1141 61 WELLS FARGO BANK 20826 Hwy. 281 N. 210-856-8408 62 HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH/BANQUET HALL 20523 Huebner Road 210-497-4200 / 0700 63 THE FELLOWSHIP OF SAN ANTONIO 23755 Canyon Golf Road 210-402-3672

Fun Things To Do With Grandkids This Summer

By Kelly Schwennesen Shavano Park (210) 492-4040

ummertime offers plenty of opportunities for families to connect— kids are out of school, vacation days are scheduled, and warm weather brings us out and about. When your grandkids (or great-grandkids!) come to visit, do you need some ideas for low-cost activities that are

fun for all ages? We have a few suggestions for residents and their families—simple ways to have a good time together, anytime, anywhere. Teach your grandkids a favorite hobby. Can you play the guitar? Do you know how to knit or crochet? Are you a good cook? Perhaps you’ve got a knack for crafts. A sport you love? Most of us have at least one thing we’re pretty good at. Give your grandkids a few lessons. Or else just let

them gather round while you show ‘em how it’s done! Take a slow walk around the neighborhood. Point out interesting things you’ve noticed: old trees, pretty plants, unusual houses, cute pets. Ask your grandkids to tell you what catches their eye. Ride the bus. Take the train. Does your city have a trolleycar? Light rail? Head downtown, uptown, crosstown—or just choose a route and go. Even a short trip can be an adventure. Make iced tea. Brew your own tea and add ice cubes. Bring the pitcher outside or serve it inside, depending on the weather and everyone’s mood. Have an iced tea party.

Go to a yard sale. Check the classiﬁeds on Craigslist or in your local newspaper for neighborhood sales: garage, yard, estate, tag, moving. One person’s junk is another person’s treasure! If your grandkids or great-grandkids are small, give them a few dollars to spend on special trinkets. Shavano Park Senior Living will provide the finest in senior living with assisted living and memory care options for residents. Located Shavano Park, Texas, the expertly trained staff will provide residents with the highest standards of senior care services. For more information on Shavano Park call 210-492-4040 or visit www.shavanoparkseniorliving.com.

College Nannies And Tutors Wins Prestigious Award Submitted By Steve Johnson he Stone Oak office of College Nannies and Tutors was recently awarded Rookie of The Year by the national Franchisor at the company’s Annual Franchisee meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This award is based on the performance of the Stone Oak office during its first year of operations compared to other offices nationally. There are now 95 College Nannies and Tutors territories in 27 states. According to Steve Johnson, owner of the San Antonio franchise, “our success was driven by two key factors: following the franchise business model and hiring outstanding employees.” Due to their success, Johnson stated they have added several San Antonio jobs and now employ over 40 nannies and tutors.

He also feels that their success is attributed to the uniqueness of their model in the San Antonio marketplace. College Nannies and Tutors provides sitters and nannies for families but maintains the employment relationship. “Our nannies are W2 employees, screened, background checked and trained. We take care of the business end of things - pay, employment taxes, training, insurance and scheduling, so the family and caregiver can focus on what is important – the quality of care!” Their tutor model is also unique, completely one-on-one and focused on the student’s individual needs and areas of opportunity. Because of their customized model, they have tutored all ages and subjects at their new Stone Oak Learning Center. They also give back to the community. They

offered numerous free practice tests for the SAT and ACT as well as supporting a local high school educator recognition program at Johnson and Reagan High schools. When asked what’s next, Johnson said that they are expanding to serve the Northwest area of the city. “We will be opening a second San Antonio learning center at the HEB Plus at Bandera and 1604 this fall. While we have been providing nannies and sitters to the area, we are excited to bring our learning center tutoring model to Helotes and the Northwest San Antonio area.” You can learn more about College Nannies and Tutors at their web site www.collegenanniesandtutors.com or call 210-202-0303.

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Vehicle Preparation: Back To School By Rusty Belden, President Belden’s Automotive & Tires (210) 494-0017

he time has come to enjoy one last road trip before its Back to School time here in San Antonio. Make sure your car is as ready as you are to send those kids back to school, because August always proves to challenge us with high temperatures. Here are 6 items to make sure you have completed before you hit the pavement to enjoy the end of summer: Anti-freeze – The name is misleading. Yes, this integral solution helps to keep your vehicle from freezing in the winter, but it also keeps your vehicle from overheating in the summer. When you check your coolant it should be full and clean not rust colored or

brown. Belts, Fans, & Hoses – The accessory belt shouldn’t look dry rotted or cracked. If they are, a quick replacement is an easy fix! When checking hoses they shouldn’t feel mushy or soft, this can mean break down on the inside. The hoses should be nice and firm and you should find no leaks. If there are leaks, or even if there are just cracks, a break down is sure to follow. Lastly, take a peek at the cooling fans, as these will ensure your car doesn’t overheat, which is all too common here in sunny San Antonio. Battery – It’s a common misconception

Tips For Pool & Deck Surfaces By Barry Hagendorf Deck & Patio Care (210) 822-9147

ith 20 years of experience, I have become the expert on how to care for decks, fences, ﬂagstone, and pebblestone. My expertise is in cleaning and sealing exterior surfaces and exterior

and interior painting. A few years ago a large limb fell from a tree in the forest. Now, just years later this log is rooting and turning back to soil. Nature does that for us. Now, let’s say we had taken that same log to a saw mill and turned the lumber into 2x6 deck boards. In the construction phase the carpenter will build the deck in a way to eliminate moisture traps. Architects Digest will give this newly

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Exterior – Last on the list of things is to inspect all those parts on the outside of the hood that can create problems for a long haul. Check your tire pressure as well as the condition of the tires, and always look for burned-out lights needing replacement. Last but not least, make sure your wipers are working well for those unexpected summer showers. We would love to see you at any of our six locations to assist you with all of these checks, and more. As always, from our family to yours: Buckle up and drive safe! Remember at Belden’s Automotive & Tires “We Keep You Rolling!” Belden’s Automotive & Tires has Six Locations: San Pedro: 210-494-0017; Medical Center: 210-690-1100; Alamo Garage: 210-366-1122; Boerne: 830981-9700; Bulverde Rd.: 210-481-3330; Prue Rd.: 210-877-2929. For more information, call one of the locations or visit www.beldensautomotive.com.

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Dining Out With A Severe Food Allergy: Ella’s Story Submitted By Erin Kirwan or most of us, dining out is when we kick back and relax, expand our taste buds, and connect with family and friends. But imagine if you can’t eat most of what’s on a typical menu. Imagine if even the residue from any of those foods were to touch your skin, you’d have a dangerous, even life-threatening reaction. That’s what eating out is like for 8-yearold Ella, of the greater Stone Oak area, and her family. I recently joined them and Ella’s allergist, to experience through their eyes what dining out with a severe food allergy is really like. Let me tell you: Ella is one amazing and tolerant little girl. Her mother, Dawn, is a master protector. Ella is allergic to dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, shrimp, avocado, banana, oranges, watermelon, cantaloupe (and latex). Often, a child will outgrow some of these allergens by age six. Ella has not. She is typically hospitalized with anaphylaxis, a reaction that can be deadly, at least once a year. Ella’s Allergist, Dr. Patricia Gomez Dinger of Advanced Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, says Ella is one of the most severe cases she has treated. “It is extremely hard for people with severe allergies to go out to eat,” says Dr. Dinger. She adds, “It is important to have a list of places that you know will accommodate food allergies.” But on this day, Ella, her mom, her brothers, (one of whom is also allergic to two foods, peanut and peach), Dr. Dinger, and I headed to Nosh, a restaurant whose executive chef has a reputation for

welcoming people like Ella. Luca Della Casa, Executive Chef at both Nosh and Silo restaurants, greets us at our table. With Dawn’s permission, Dr. Dinger had contacted the restaurant ahead of time giving Chef Luca a heads up to Ella’s food allergens. Even so, Dawn hands Chef Luca a card listing Ella’s allergies. Dawn does this at every food establishment she goes to with Ella and asks the staff to take the allergy card with them into the kitchen for constant reference. Chef Luca explains in detail how Nosh sanitizes its boards for possible crosscontamination. Chef Luca also tells us he would not offer Ella anything fried because, though the oil is soy based, some items fried in it do contain flour, a no-go for Ella. Because there is not one item Ella can order from the menu as is, Chef Luca tells Ella he will create an entrée just for her, using chicken and lots of vegetables. While we wait, Dawn talks a little more about what she has learned as a mom of a child with severe food allergies. Dawn shares that she always asks to talk to both the chef and wait staff. She also asks a list of prepared questions about the type of oil used, about the preparation of the food including ingredients in sauces and marinades, as well as the cleaning of cooking surfaces. Dr. Dinger agrees it is very important to have strong communication between the person with a food allergy, the wait staff, and the chef. Dr. Dinger suggests being very clear about the severity of the allergy telling the restaurant staff what can happen if the allergen is accidentally ingested. Shortly, the much-anticipated meal,

Pictured: Dawn Moore, her son, Chef Luca Della Casa, Ella, and Dr. Patricia Dinger.

prepared especially for Ella by Chef Luca, arrives. The chicken is diced and tossed with a fine sauce overflowing with cut vegetables. It is colorful. A far cry from the plain piece of chicken and single dry vegetable Ella is accustomed to. Ella does not even give me a chance to ask her what she thinks of the presentation. She digs right in! “This is neat,” says Dawn. She continues, “I’m excited because it is filled with spices and is so pretty, yet, I am still nervous, I’m always nervous, until I know Ella will not have a reaction.” A few minutes pass and not only is Ella healthy, she is happy, smiling at me from

behind a now half-eaten dish. When I ask, “How is it”? Ella smiles even bigger and gives me a thumbs-up. Towards the end of the meal, Chef Luca joins the families to check on Ella and the food he so carefully prepared. As Dawn gets up to hug him, she is fighting back tears. For one of the first times ever raising two children with food allergies, Dawn is able to finish a meal in peace. For today, Ella, even with her severe food allergy, gets a taste of what most Americans get to experience all the time. If you know of additional food allergyfriendly establishments, contact Dr. Patricia Dinger at info@mysaallergist.com.

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Olympian Fencing Wins 5 Medals Submitted By Velizar Iliev he Olympian fencing club brought home 5 medals from the 2015 National Championships held in San Jose, California. The US fencing Summer Nationals has become the largest single sporting event in the world, with over 4000 fencers competing during a 10 day tournament with 3 different weapons for Men & Women: Epee, Foil & Saber. Ricky Gonzalez, Keystone School student won the 6th place Finalist Medal in Youth 10 Men’s Epee. Sydney Love, International School of America’s student won 6th place Finalist Medal in Division 3 Women’s Epee. Olivia Krick, Alamo Heights Junior School student won Silver Medal in Division 2 Women’s Epee. Olivia also received National points for Senior Division 1 as well as upgraded her fencing rating classification to B2015. Claudine Barjak, an Olympian assistant coach won Silver Medal in Veteran 40 Women’s Epee. Lastly, the Olympian 5th medal goes to Leith Negley-Askins who won the Bronze Medal in Veteran 50 Women’s Epee, she also upgraded her fencing rating classification to C2015. All five fencers train at Olympian Fencing Club in San Antonio, TX with some of the best fencers in the nation. They are coached by Velizar Iliev, an Olympian and 3 times World Champion and Viktor Svatenko, former USA Olympic Team fencing coach and retired Penn State

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Submitted By Laura Randol hroughout the U.S., adults with disabilities have limited options for employment. In 2013, 17.6% had some type of paid job. Unemployment was 13.2% for those with disabilities actively seeking a job vs. 7.1% of able-bodies jobseekers. Finding a job can be difficult, but finding training to prepare for a job means one may wait years for government funding. Established in 2009 as a 501(c) 3, Texas Foundation of Hope offers a safe and encouraging work environment expressly designed for the special needs adult. We offer supervised positive social-behavior experiences. It is within this environment that special needs adults receive training in various job areas, such as culinary, office skills, and crafting handmade beaded crosses, rosaries, bracelets and lanyards. Once training has been completed, we offer supervised positions at Texas Foundation of Hope which allows the training to be put in to practice. This in turn creates confidence and a sense of self accomplishment. The culinary team has been certified in food handling and safety and we have a

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Sydney Love, International School of America’s student won 6th place Finalist Medal in Division 3 Women’s Epee.

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commercial kitchen license which allows the team to prepare catered lunches which are delivered to local businesses in our community. The team is supervised by a former restaurant owner and the quality of the food is set at restaurant standards. Each dish is prepared with a strong sense of pride and accomplishment. Office skills training consists of telephone etiquette, filing and other office duties. Our bead artists create one-of-a-kind beaded crosses in four sizes, beaded rosaries, bookmarks, and key chains. All items are created with jewelry quality beads and gem stones of numerous colors. During the summer months the artists also create bird houses and beaded sun catchers in several sizes. Over the last five years we have marketed our beaded items to boutique-style stores across South Texas. For each person who purchases one of our items they are not only purchasing a beautiful hand crafted one-of-a kind item, they are changing lives. For more information about how you can become a wholesale vendor for our product, volunteer or for more information on our catered lunches, please call (210) 265-3351.

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Why Do I Grill? By Cotton Clark Jeff’s Backyard (210) 342-4760 he summer is almost over, and for many folks that means it’s time to retire the outdoor grill. Me?... I’m just getting started. This is South Texas, which means the grilling season is 365 days a year. Seriously, I ﬁre up my Weber Genesis gas grill about 4-7 times a week, and that includes breakfast, dinner, and a few stops in-between. Hopefully, after reading this piece you’ll see the grill as your favorite cooking companion, too.

HEAT – Borrowing from an old Fed-Ex commercial, when I absolutely, positively need high heat, I go to my grill. The stove top simply won’t do, nor will the oven. Those two options are nothing but a 9-1-1 call waiting to happen. Instead, I go to my Genesis. When I crank that puppy up, I’m on the footstep of Dante’s Inferno in less than 10 minutes. GRILL MARKS – Ah, yes. It’s your eyes telling your tongue, “Oh, you’re

Celebrate Summertime With Great Foods By Tanji Patton Goodtaste.tv unny days are made for celebrating, especially after all the rain that started our summer! If a summer picnic is top of the mind, something you want to squeeze in before the routine of another school year sets in, then these recipes just might be calling your name. They got our attention on Goodtaste.tv. Skip the same old sandwiches or cold

salads. Good ole fried chicken never disappoints. To this day I can remember having it at the picnic table with my grandparents. If my memory serves me correctly, that day old chicken was always cold but still ﬁnger lickin’ good. We scored the recipe for Max’s Wine Dive’s very famous Fried Chicken for your next outing. Marinated in a spicy

Flounder: One Taste And You’ll Be Craving More

By Blake Groomer Groomer’s Seafood (210) 377-0951 nce at critically low levels, flounder populations are now flourishing! Sustainability has long been at the cornerstone of Groomer’s Seafood and as a company at the forefront of these efforts, we just love seeing fisheries being properly managed and rebuilt. Last year, we celebrated seeing the Gulf Red Snapper fishery becoming sustainable being moved to a “good alternative” on Seafood Watch, and now this year we celebrate flounder joining in that status. With lean, light, flaky meat Flounder has been highly valued commercially for decades. Because of this, demand has always been high and the flounder population was sadly at low levels for decades before the first fishery management plan came to be in 1982. Sadly, even with a plan in place populations continued to diminish even into the next decade. Managers struggled with accurately assessing population status as well as how to identify accurate catch levels. Finally in 1993, managers established a rebuilding plan by limiting the amount of flounder commercial and recreational fishermen could catch, and by 1996 Flounder was at an appropriate level to begin a slow recovery. Today, almost 20 years later, we are

gonna love this!” Technically, it’s about carmelization, i.e., sugars and proteins converting into that nutty, smoky flavor that we love. It adds a new layer of flavor that inside utensils simply cannot do. THRIFT – I can buy some of the cheapest pieces of meat – chicken quarters are a favorite – and the grill turns these cheap cuts into 5-star masterpieces. Every time. BREAKFAST – The first meal of the day is perhaps the most important one to get your metabolism going. I have a cast iron griddle on my Weber, and I can whip up the best batch of thick sliced bacon and a couple of fried eggs, short-order style, in no time flat. CLEAN-UP – Lastly, I can clean my Weber in a snatch. I just toss some water on the griddle while it’s still hot, and with the

resulting steam I use my grill brush to clean everything. I ﬁnish the job by wiping it all down with paper towels. Trust me. It’s that easy. So, that’s my short list of why I like to grill, but we’d like to hear your reasons, too. Give us a call at Jeff’s Backyard and tell us your favorite things to grill. In San Antonio, grilling is always in season. Happy Cooking from Jeff’s Backyard! Jeff’s Backyard is proud to offer a great line of outdoor backyard equipment to you. We plan to continue bringing you the latest innovative models and equipment in the backyard market. So come on in and see us for all your outdoor grilling needs. You can visit them at 435 W. Nakoma, #104, or contact them at (210) 342-4760 and jeffsbackyard@att.net.

and delicious jalapeño-buttermilk, Max’s chicken is breaded in seasoned ﬂour and deep fried “low and slow,” which is different from many other fried chicken recipes. Max’s Wine Dive recommends pairing their chicken with champagne—love the way they think! If a bubbly is your pairing choice, check out Enza Prosecco. It’s dry, crisp and less than $15 a bottle. Another great match would be a Windﬂower Grapefruit Iced Tea or Chef’s Backyard Rehydrating Lemonade! For a little punch on the side, try these spicy Pickled Cherry Tomatoes - delicious hot or cold – they’re great on picnics. This recipe comes from my friends at the Culinary Institute of America. I’ve made it many times, and it’s always a huge hit. Plus, these zesty tomatoes taste even better the

second and third day. Love a leftover that gets better with age. If there’s room for dessert, sneak a couple of yummy Peanut Butter Cookies... sweet and chewy. For more delicious recipes and fun food and wine pairing ideas, subscribe to my newsletter…you just might win a stay at the beautiful Houstonian Hotel complete with services at the award winning Trellis Spa. Tanji is an Emmy award winning journalist pursuing her passion for wine and food. Tanji explores the inviting worlds of chefs, wine makers and culinary newsmakers. If you would like more information, she can be reached at Goodtaste@tanjipatton.com.

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Submitted By Nadine Barrientos-Daoud laya Daoud had the privilege of singing the National Anthem twice at this year’s Valero’s Tour de Cure. You don’t have to ask twice for her to offer her talents to such a worthy cause. The Tour was a ride, not a race, with routes designed for everyone from the occasional rider to the experienced cyclist. Whether they rode 10 miles or 100 miles, they traveled a route supported from start to finish with rest stops, food to fuel the journey and fans to cheering them on. Each Tour de Cure event has its own character and style—from unique starting points to gorgeous scenery and more! Choose your state and read more about local Tours at tour.diabetes.org. No matter where you ride you’ll enjoy a fun day on your bike for a great cause. Alaya would like to give thanks for all

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Submitted By Cari Goodyear, Reagan Spirit Board eagan Dance is at it again competing with huge success at their summer Showmakers of America camps with both Dance and Drill teams earning the highest honors of Sweepstakes and overall Grand Champions at their respective camps! The Varsity Dance team earned Highest scoring Home Routine, Outstanding Camp Dance, and Team of the Day awards. Colonel Aston Hampey and Kyra Kumbalic were named Runner-up to Miss Leaps with Junior Capt. Karlie Burrell participating as a finalist. Senior Capt. Allison Lee earned Runner-up to Miss Turns, with Hampey, Burrell, Alyssa Krebs, and Hailey Thomas also as finalists. In addition, Hampey and Lee were finalist in the High Kick competition

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and earned Superatives, along with Burrell, Junior Capt. Katherine Kiolbassa, and Amy Opersteny. Silver Stars Drill Team received Outstanding Team of the Day, 1st Place in Home Routine, 1st Place in Camp Dance and was voted Most Admired Team by their peers. Colonel Bailey Goodyear was named Miss Showmaker and earned a Superlative along with 11 other team members: Lt. Colonel Ericka Nerison, Captain Katelyn Gutierrez, Kendall Cogburn, Anissa Farias, Destiny Hernandez, Alanis Mireles, Addy Mylar, Amanda Ocasio Rivera, Bianca Sanchez, Amani Shammaa, and Hailey Wageman. Overall a terrific start by both dance and drill teams to the 2015-16 year! Cheer Selects Officers Congratulations to the newest Varsity Cheerleader Officers. Jessica Stiglmeier

is the new team Captain and Madison Hager will serve as Co-Captain. Paige Alderink and Ellie Kiesle are the two Social Officers, Avery Essex and Sara Benavidez as the Spirit Officers, and the Motivational Officers are Lucia Gaona, Kaci Cunningham and Amanda Christiansen. Best of luck to these girls. Rattler Round-Up August 21st Get into the Reagan Spirit by attending Rattler Round-Up on August 21, the Friday before school starts. See the award winning Dance and Drill teams perform with the Cheerleaders rattling up school spirit with a pep rally at 7pm to get everyone ready for the school year. BBQ meals will be served 5-6:30pm in the RHS Cafeteria and can be purchased for $8. Contact Suzanne Opersteny at suzanneopersteny@gmail.com before August 13 to pre-order meal tickets.

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By Kim Lookabaugh Kuper Sotheby (210) 490-1200 ince the founding of the Sotheby’s Auction House in 1744, the Sotheby’s name has earned renown as a marketer of the world’s most valuable and prestigious possessions. This reputation is built as much upon exceptional service to clients as on the notable art, antiques, jewelry and other holdings that pass through Sotheby’s offices around the world. Our association with the Sotheby’s Brand is truly what sets us apart because it is more than just an Auction House. The year is 1976. Sotheby’s recognizes that the firm can serve its auction clients in a valuable new way with a complete package of estate disposition services. Founded on the same commitment to exceptional service that characterized the firm’s dealings

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By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 person’s driving ability is dependent be agreed as to when the time is right and on many factors. Age is not always what the plan will be if driving becomes the best predictor of one’s ability to dangerous. If you start before it becomes a drive safely but plays a key role when aging necessity, everyone is involved and part of begins to affect eyesight, reaction time, the solution. This will help it be more of an and ability to make split second decisions. agreed and planned partnership rather than it Effects of medications can also play a being forced by the adult child. significant role in determining whether or It will be important to go over, write not a person should be driving. down and agree to the following questions For most, driving equals independence. when developing a plan to ensure everyone Whether it is that first feeling of freedom agrees in advance. when you got your license, or the fear of How will you/we know when it is time losing independence and the grief felt when to retire from driving? What changes in the time comes to retire from driving. your abilities will we look for to determine Many begin to address the issue of signs of inability to continue driving (vision, giving up driving when they have had reaction time, memory loss or ability to multiple minor accidents or a severe one. make split second decisions)? How do you This usually puts the adult child in the hard agree that we make this assessment fairly? position of forcing the issue to stop driving, If you are not noticing any changes yourself, which is difficult for the relationship. A who would be the person you’d prefer to better approach is to have a conversation bring up the subject or tell you it is time in advance and ongoing about this topic. to stop driving? What are the pros to not Through these conversations it should driving? These could include saving money

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Taichi Wellness Spa Plus Joachim Ajala, DMD, and the dental team of Canyon Springs Family Dental was officially welcomed to the community by the Stone Oak Business Association at their ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 9th. Those who attended the ribbon cutting ceremony had the opportunity to meet Dr. Ajala and his team and tour the full-service dental practice. The dental team at Canyon Springs Family Dental offers a wide variety of dental services, including BriteSmile inoffice teeth whitening, Invisalign, ViziLite oral cancer screenings, and comprehensive dentistry for the entire family. Dr. Ajala and the Canyon Springs Family Dental team would like to thank the community and the Stone Oak Business Association for the warm welcome they received to the neighborhood. The office is located at 26112 Overlook Parkway, Suite 1108 in San Antonio. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit www. CanyonSpringsFamilyDental.com or call the office at 210-293-0810.

Last month, SOBA announced that three representatives from Mutual of Omaha joined the association and business neighborhood. The three representatives, Anthony Sauceda, Alice Lewis, and Adam Gonzalez, are looking forward to working with the members of the association to continue the successes and increase awareness of this important business organization. “The Stone Oak Business Association plays a vital role in the community,” said Lauren Knott, a Training/Recruiting Specialist with Mutual of Omaha’s Fargnoli Agency in San Antonio. “The association is a critical key element linking small businesses with support programs, resources and benefits in the greater San Antonio area to ensure personal and professional success. “Our representatives are eager to develop a positive working relationship with the organization and its members to continue to bring together the small business community,” Knott continued. “And Mutual of Omaha’s local office, the Fargnoli Agency, supports the Stone Oak Business Association as it continues to provide the networking, resources and benefits that

New Developments Camp Bow Wow – Stone Oak Camp Bow Wow plans to open the doors to their new Stone Oak location in September of this year. Their Canine day Campers spend all day romping and playing indoors and outdoors with other furry friends and get lots of attention from their well-trained Certified Camp Counselors. Overnight Campers even get special “campfire” treats each night before lights out, when they are tucked into their own spacious Camp Bow Wow cabins. Each cabin includes a comfy bed with a fleece blanket to curl up on in a climate controlled atmosphere. Campers from the same household can even stay together in the same cabin. In addition, Camp Web Cam monitoring and professional security systems make sure all our Campers are happy and safe! They serve their Campers their own food during their stay to avoid upset tummies, and special requests for your Camper, from medicines, extra treats, or special care for older pups and other requirements are no problem here – AT NO EXTRA COST! Camp Bow Wow will also be offering behavior training! Bow Wow Behavior Buddies is their premier dog behavior and training program. Behavior Buddies was created to help you modify your canine player’s behavior issues, teach a new puppy the game, or make an already good dog an MVP! A Certified Bow Wow Behavior Buddies trainer will design a game plan

to get your pup to All Star status! Their certiﬁed trainers were taught by top national behavior experts with a focus on a variety of proven training methodologies. They combine their extensive knowledge of dog behavior with your willingness to create a great relationship with your pup to create a slam dunk! The newest location will be at 20750 Stone Oak Parkway. San Antonio, TX 78258. If you would like more information on their opening or their services, give them a call at (210) 496-9969 ABCD Pediatrics - Bulverde ABCD physicians and staff are committed to providing appropriate, high quality healthcare to each patient at every encounter, in a courteous and professional manner. The practice follows the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended guidelines for growth and development examinations and immunizations for our patients. They are now scheduling appointments for the Bulverde location! Appointments are available starting in September. For the time being, please call 494-2223 to schedule while Bulverde location works on obtaining its own phone number. ABCD Pediatrics is a private pediatric practice. They provide primary medical care in a kid-friendly and parent-focused environment to infants and children through the age of 18. Founded in the early 1990’s, the practice has grown to its current size

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The Stone Oak Business Association welcomed Taichi Wellness Spa Plus’ ﬁfth location to the business community on June 30th. The Taichi Wellness Spa Programs are designed to help individuals process their stress loads and experience the health,

Opening a New Business? To Schedule Your Ribbon Cutting call 348-8233 or visit www.stoneoakbusiness.com of fourteen physicians and one nurse practitioner. Their mission is to provide caring and informed attention to your children’s health and well-being as they grow and thrive into adulthood. It is their privilege and honor to provide the healthcare needs of their

young patients. They will do everything in their power to earn and keep that trust. By working together as a partnership with their parents, they can provide patients the very best medical care available at the most efﬁcient cost.

Madama Butterfly - Oct. 1 and 3 Submitted Laura Hernandez Aplin ollowing a stunning inaugural season, OPERA San Antonio is presenting Giacomo Puccini’s beautifully evocative Madama Butterﬂy on October 1 and October 3, 2015, featuring Maria Kanyova as Cio-Cio San and Adam Diegel as Lt. B.F. Pinkerton. The performance will be taking place at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, H-E-B Performance Hall (100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, TX, 78205) October 1 & October 3, 2015 – 7:30 p.m. The Denver Post raved, “…soprano Maria Kanyova hardly could be more convincing with her appropriately youthful appearance and ability to convey the young wife’s innocence, vulnerability and pain”. Madama Butterﬂy Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Featuring: Maria Kanyova as Cio-Cio San Adam Diegel as Lt. B.F. Pinkerton

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Submitted By Shacoya Atkins s the summer months pass, Bexar County suffers an increase in abuse and neglect cases involving children. Child Protective Services reported that there were roughly 5,400 confirmed cases of child abuse or neglect in our county alone within the last year! With the increasingly overwhelming number of cases for CPS workers, the community needs to work together to address this issue. Child Advocates of San Antonio (CASA) advocate on behalf of these children who have been removed from their home due to abuse and neglect. The court appoints a CASA volunteer to a child’s case to advocate for the best interests of the child to ensure that the children no longer fall through the cracks of an overburdened system. This person serves as the “eyes and ears” for the judge and provides recommendations based on the firsthand insight and information gained through quality time with the child. The CASA programs provides an opportunity for community members to help fight for our community’s future. Children who receive an advocate are 50% less likely to re-enter state custody; however they are more likely to find a permanent home eight months faster than a child without a CASA advocate. In the past fiscal year, judges agreed with CASA advocates recommendations 95% of the time. The judges have seen what

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Back To School: Tips for Success By Lynn Johnson, owner College Nannies and Tutors ack to school means picking up the pace of homework, teacher meetings and extracurricular activities! Some kids tend to be less than excited to make the transition, but it doesn’t have to be painful. Getting your kids excited for the school year will make it easier for both them and you. Getting Them Excited Kids dread leaving summer behind for the school year. There are lots of ways to build excitement and get them eager to meet their new teachers and fellow classmates. Plan a day to take your kids shopping for

school supplies! Make a list of everything needed and let them pick out patterns and their favorite cartoon characters. Let them choose a special dinner that night to make it special. The night before their first day back, help them choose a nice outfit to wear— something they love—so they wake up excited to get ready for the day. Take annual first-day-of-school pictures to help them understand that the first day back doesn’t have to be bad Encourage your child to try multiple activities to give them something to look forward to outside of the classroom.

Whether it be after-school sports, art classes, clubs or church groups—the opportunities are endless! Easing the Process Creating a schedule to ensure that everyone eases into their new wake up times, after-school activities, and homework or study time is a great way to start. Keep each kid’s schedule handy so that everyone in the family is on the same page. Hiring an after school or part-time nanny is another great way to ease into the school season. Your nanny will get the kids started on their daily homework, get a head start on dinner, keep the kids busy while you

ﬁnish up at work, get them to or from their activities — and even tidy up the house! The beginning of the school year doesn’t have to be scary or dreadful for anyone. With the right motivation and planning, your family will slide effortlessly right in to your fall schedule! For more information about options to help ease into the new school year, reach out to the staff at College Nannies and Tutors at 210-202-0303 or www. collegenanniesandtutors.com.

Full House For SOBA Breakfast Mixer By Stefanie Young he Stone Oak Business Association and those within the business community came together on June 18 to hold one of their sold out networking events. The event, held at the Egg and I on Sonterra Blvd, was a networking opportunity where more than 45 people came to the meet and greet to chat with other local businesses and take in a delicious breakfast. The event was $10 for members and non-members alike. “The event had an amazing turn out,” said Brittany Oliver, a Stone Oak Business Association organizer. “These events are a good way for local businesses to interact and make a possible connection. It was great to see so many new faces this time.”

The SOBA staff checked people in as quickly as possible before the room was completely full and Kristin Oliver, Director of SOBA, began the introductions that were shared around the room. “This event has become a community staple for a while now,” Kristin said, surrounded by the crowd. “We tell every person attending to bring business cards for a reason. The turnout is always fantastic, and everyone beneﬁts from it.” Once introductions were done, breakfast was served and conversations ﬁlled the room. Cards were exchanged, ribbon cuttings were announced, and Winter Celebration was discussed. With just over 2 hours for people to mix and mingle, the event was a success! The goal for mixers such as these is to

help small business owners meet as many new people as possible and create possible useful contacts. The Stone Oak Business Association would like to thank The Egg and I for their hospitality in allowing SOBA to hold such an event. SOBA is an organization that provides the growing community with networking opportunities, the free exchange of information and mutual support. The organization holds monthly networking events for companies to become more involved in the business community. The association is always looking for new ways to bring its members together each month while providing fun, working opportunities that beneﬁt all types of businesses.

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To ﬁnd out more about the Stone Oak Business Association or the monthly meetings, visit www.stoneoakbusiness.com, e-mail soba@satx.rr.com or call 210-3488233.

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