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s I look at our front cover, I think about what our country represents to me. I am always proud to be an American, but during July, our month of Independence, the feelings are especially strong. We are a nation of freedom. We are a nation that is allowed to have freedom of expression and to have our own opinion without fear of punishment or torture. As you travel to the coast or on your family vacation during the month of July, take a few minutes to reflect as a family the freedoms we have in this country. As you are out and about in San Antonio and see the different military service men and women, take a few moments and thank them for their service to our country. Our military is second to none. The sacrifices of our military is the reason we are allowed to have the freedoms we enjoy each and every day as a citizen of the United States of America. As I write this letter this morning, the Spurs have just won game 5 against the Miami Heat. What an event for the city of San Antonio to experience! Everywhere you turned, the city was caught up in the joy and excitement of being on the national stage and San Antonio did not disappoint. Our Spurs fans showed their support and stood behind our team. Being at the AT&T center for Game 5 was electric and you could just feel that this was a game the city and the team was not prepared to lose. Manu Ginobli won our hearts again and led our team to victory in what may be the last home game of his career. I can only hope by the time you read this the San Antonio Spurs will be the NBA Champions. I will take time during July to travel to South Padre Island with my daughter for

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On The Cover By Amanda Burris hile July may be filled with swimming, barbecues and soaking up the sun, it is also the month that hosts our nation’s Independence Day. Known as “the fourth of July”, our country celebrates its anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which declared independence from Great Britain. This month, the front cover of Welcome Home has the pleasure of featuring four exemplary cadets from the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) from Clark and Brandeis. To be involved in a program such as JROTC, students not only get great values instilled in them, but they also learn to be part of the community and work as a unit to accomplish goals. All of the Cadets featured this month have shared what Independence Day means to them, while also understanding that it is not just this one day that should be celebrated, but everyday. Including everything from believing that it is a day for

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hat has 6 legs, goes an average of 70 miles an hour, gets aggressive when touched and occasionally omits a foul odor? Our family on vacation! Vacations. Who invented these things anyway? “They” say a vacation can bring you closer together. If our kids got any “closer” the U.N. would have to step in to avoid an international incident. A typical conversation: “Stop it!” “Stop what?” “I said stop.” “I’m not doing anything.” “You’re touching me!” “Am not.” “Am, too.” “Not.” “Too.” “Not.” “Toonottoonottoonottoonottoo….” Wow. Now there’s an exchange that can only lead to more “closeness” (possibly in a counselor’s office). “They” also say road trips are a great way to “get to know your kid.” Ma-a-y-y-b-e-e. Here is an actual transcript of a teenager’s responses to such non-threatening questions as “Are you having fun?” and “What did you think about the water park?” (Notice the use of a mere 3 letters of the alphabet. Amazing!) OK, here goes: “um-m-m-m…” “h-m-m-m…” “uh-uh.” “uh-h-h-h…” “uh-huh.” After a few minutes of this, I turned my attention to my spouse, thinking perhaps “they” meant bonding with someone closer to my own age. But, alas, he was driving and I had the map, NEVER a good combination. Another excerpt: “Where are we?” he asks. “Right here by this little dot right next to the big dot,” I say, attempting to show him the all-important dots while he is trying to

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cross 4 lanes of traffic. “Which dot?” he says, frantically grabbing the map and splaying it across his steering wheel, which I promptly remind him could be life-threatening, to which he responds with his best “life-threatening” look and says, “We should get off on exit 243, what is coming up?” As I look up and see exit 548, I lapse into teen-speak: “Uh. H-m-m-m. U-m-m-m.” (Now I know why they do that). My son moved a little closer to me and actually smiled. Despite these minor setbacks, I, too, believe vacations are a necessity. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy (My husband adheres to THAT rule like one of the 10 commandments). Just being together and away from the ordinary day-to-day may offer an opportunity to see your child or spouse in a different light. “They” were right after all. Debby Seguin (who has recuperated from her vacation) can be reached at writewell62@yahoo.com

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Are You Estrogen Dominant?

By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 ttractive, dressed in muted shades of beige and taupe, this home schooling mother who managed a large home and 4 active children, did not appear desperate. She began calmly describing symptoms of hot-cold at night, surges of warmth during the day, feeling mildly confused and forgetful all the time. Now, the smallest upset during her busy day might lead to an angry outburst, which very much surprised her. But she also noted that she

could cry “at the drop of a hat-for nothing at all, really!” She had learned to just walk away from her family into another room when she felt so unbalanced and emotional. Suddenly she burst out: “it seems to be getting worse! I can’t stand myself!” She apologized, and I told her it was not her fault. As women approach menopause, the hormones begin to fluctuate. The first hormone to precipitously drop is progesterone, the great balancer. Progesterone is a mild diuretic and sedative. Without progesterone,

the unopposed estrogen causes one to feel very emotional and anxious. There are progesterone receptor sites throughout the body. Progesterone moderates many side effects of excess estrogen by reducing water retention, headaches, bloating, bleeding, and fibroids. Progesterone in excess causes sedation, while the right amount is calming. Yet, most menopausal women are prescribed only a synthetic estrogen without the balancer, progesterone. The synthetic progestin has effects very different from the bio-identical progesterone. Progestin side effects may include depression, breast swelling, weight gain, water retention, and in some studies, increased risk of breast cancer. Progesterone decreases proliferation of the cells in the milk ducts by 400%. (Fertility Sterility 1995; 63:785-91) Progesterone protects against

Five Ways You Can Promote Safer Swimming Submitted By Mary Reilly-Magee ith summer fast approaching, water safety should be every parent’s top priority. Here are some tips for promoting safer swimming when children are in or around water. 1. Know where children are at all times. If you have two non-swimmers in the pool with you, have the child that you are not working with hold onto your back. This way you can give your attention to the child you are working with, without worrying about the other child’s safety.

2. Keep your cool. If children’s heads go underwater or

if they slip off the step and are unable to swim, do not react dramatically! This only teaches your child to panic. Calmly guide them back to the steps or wall. You should always remain nearby, but use the situation as an opportunity for your child to learn the logical and physical consequences.

3. Teach children the 3 choices to be safe if they fall in the water: • Turn and grab a wall • Swim back to the steps • Roll over and float When they jump in to you, resist the temptation to catch them because this creates a false sense of security and overconfidence. Instead, allow them to be

submerged so they learn the cause and effect of jumping in the water. 4. Designate a Water Watcher. Anytime children are in or around water, a responsible adult should be designated as an official Water Watcher. Just as you should always designate a driver to ensure the safety of the passengers, Water Watchers ensure the safety of the children. Designate a Water Watcher in your home! Water Watcher Tags can be worn by the adult who is on duty and responsible for the kiddos. Love to Swim and Tumble School is currently providing free Water Watcher Tags – just stop by the location nearest you to pick one up! 5. Don’t rely on floatation devices.

hyperproliferation in the uterus as well as the breast. The mom described above had a high level of estrogen, practically no progesterone, and very little testosterone. I discussed in detail with her the side effects of hormone replacement therapy, history, physical, and reviewed three pages of her labs. Women’s hormone replacement must be precisely prescribed based on laboratory analysis. Hormone replacement should not be prescribed according to age-adjusted normal. Rather, hormones should be prescribed according to the levels of a young adult. I suggested progesterone by mouth at night to balance her estrogen dominance and a precise amount of testosterone cream. Later, she told me, “I feel like myself, again!” I want to help you feel better, too. Dr. Donna Becker, 210-545-5224.

Teach your children how to swim. The ability to swim with proper technique provides a lifetime of benefits. Floaties promote improper technique by allowing children to paddle with their heads above the water. This puts the body in a vertical position and eliminates the ability to understand the body’s natural buoyancy. Consider enrolling your child in swim lessons. You will have peace of mind knowing your investment will pay off in your child’s water safety and fitness. They will have fun and enjoy learning.

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t’s 11:30pm; do you know where your pet is? Unfortunately thousands of owners don’t. Because one day the gate was left open after the meter reader left or just after the fireworks started, Fido bolted, never to be seen again. You’ve heard it before, “my dog never leaves the yard” or “my cat is an indoor cat.” It’s crazy to think someone can control another living creature 100% of the time. A spooked dog or cat has been known to travel for miles in a very short amount of

time. They can get even further away when a kind stranger picks them up and drives 25 miles the opposite direction to their own neighborhood. If there’s no identification on them, how would they know it’s not a stray? In April, Animal Care Services (ACS) took in over 1,000 animals as strays, many brought in by that “kind stranger” who picked them up but could no longer care for them. Over 1,200 additional animals were picked up by ACS themselves. Only 176 of those were returned to their owner. Over 450 were euthanized. Without proper ID, even if they had a home, reuniting them with their owners would be close to impossible. I strongly encourage a permanent id for your pets such

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Keeping Your Car Clean

lame it on time. We never have enough time, we always say. However, making an effort to keep your car clean might just be worth the time! We must admit: our cars say a lot about us. They tote us around town, to work, to practice, to volunteer. They are an extension of us, so just as most of us wouldn’t leave the house

in blatantly dirty clothes, we shouldn’t drive around in dust-covered, week-old-Frenchfry-filled cars. Additionally, keeping a kempt vehicle helps protect your investment! Here are some ideas to help you put your best wheels forward: Details, details… Sometimes, a vehicle needs a solid, deep clean. Carefully select a reputable detail company that you can be assured will complete the job well. Most

as microchipping or tattooing. A microchip is a permanent form of pet identification that is implanted via an injection in the back of the animal’s neck. It’s easy to get, costs $40 - $60 with the registration fee, and is harmless to your pet. Low cost microchip clinics are offered from time to time. But if you don’t want to wait, you can get your pet chipped at K9 Country Club for just $35! We offer the AVID Friendchip® and it comes with a prepaid, lifetime registration with AVID’s national registry. Furthermore, if you choose to pick up an animal, you owe it to that animal and their owner to do everything you can to reunite them. That includes, taking them to be scanned, putting up flyers in a 5-mile radius, and contacting local vet clinics and animal control facilities to let them know you have the pet. Remember when you turn that dog or cat in, the odds are against them of ever

getting back home. Don’t wait until the fireworks start this July 4th and it’s too late. Get your pet chipped today!

details includes washing, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, shampooing, at minimum. This can be imperative to keeping your car not only looking nice, but also genuinely clean. Additionally, many detailers can help alleviate small scratches, dings and dents that your car acquires over time. Light the way… A quick way to help your car look cleaner is to freshen up those yellowing headlights. Crystal clear headlights look great and help allow more light to shine through, creating more nighttime driving visibility. The best news is that headlight covers don’t need to be replaced! Getting them cleaned is inexpensive and can take at little as 30 minutes. Belden’s does offer a head light restoration kit – ask about it when dropping your vehicle off with us! Cool it… There are a million fabulous things about the San Antonio in the summer,

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Honoring Our

Soldiers

By Amanda Burris

elcome Home dedicates its July issue to honoring the individuals who serve their country. As we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, we have our soldiers to thank for their dedication to our country, to uphold its legacy. For this issue, we asked the community to share their friends, family

and loved ones with us who represent our nation in uniform. These nominated men and women are truly heroes, as they take on dangers and challenges everyday. Welcome Home is proud to feature these inspiring soldiers as a reminder to us of the sacrifices and bravery they posses, in love of their country.

Jessica Spaits Submitted By Joanne Spaits

Jessica Spaits is my daughter-in-law. She is married to my son, who is an Ensign in the Navy. She is still young but has given years to the Air force. She has been overseas, and is currently at Lackland in San Antonio, TX. As a senior airmen, she worked in the military police and now is learning to work with the canines. She loves animals. She is a joy to be around. She is always smiling. She helps out with out having to be asked. I have never seen my son happier than when he is with her.

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Jonathan & Jordan Bishop Submitted By Pat & Debbie Bishop

We would like to show our respect, appreciation and admiration for two of our sons, Jonathan and Jordan Bishop who are currently serving in infantry in the USMC. LCPL Jordan is now in Afghanistan and is expected, hopefully to come home sometime in October. CPL Jonathan is the older brother who has already been to Afghanistan once and is scheduled to go again in September. On his first deployment he was a sweeper. While on patrol one of his fellow Marines stepped on an I.E.D. Jonathan was thrown about 6 feet and had a temporary loss of hearing, but the worst part was his buddy lost part of his lower leg. Jonathan was able to apply a tourniquet to his leg and ultimately saved his life. He was awarded The Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal. These two young men have sacrificed a lot, as all others have, and we are very proud of everyone who serves.

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Jonathan Ayla Graduate from Madison High School, EM3 Ayala, Jonathan entered basic training for the United States Navy in July 2012. He continued his education in the Nuclear Engineering Program in Charleston, SC and finished “A” School in April 2013. He is currently finishing this Program in Charleston, SC and might finish his schooling in New York. He is considering his Navy career in a submarine. His friends and family in San Antonio, Texas are so very proud of their sailor.

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Matthew Kursman is in the United States Air Force, Airman First Class, who is working for the 2nd Bomb Wing in Shreveport, Louisiana for the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. His job is a Communication and Navigation Journeyman for the B-52 one of the oldest airplanes still in service today. Matthew (Matt) is a great friend, caring brother and a wonderful son. His family and friends are very proud of him and always wish him the best!

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rilling season has returned, and that means cooking up some burgers at your next backyard barbecue. This year, try a new take on this beloved summer staple with the following recipe for “Best Burger With Blue Cheese Butter” courtesy of Eric Treuille and Birgit Erath’s “Grilling” (DK Publishing).

he 10 West Business Association welcomed The Time Creators to the association. The Time Creators, run by Arla Nurkowski and Elaine Berringer, understand the need for more time in the day and work to help simplify people’s lives. Their clients depend on them to handle the errands and routine tasks that interfere with family time or work. The Time Creators LLC is a bonded and insured company, which means you can count on Arla and Elaine to be secure, reliable and confidential. They provide solutions for businesses, busy people and those that are homebound. Save valuable time! Let Arla and Elaine handle the to-do list so that you can focus on what is most important to you. They also offer transportation to and from the San

Best Burger With Blue Cheese Butter Serves 4 1 pound ground chuck steak 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 4 1/2-inch slices blue cheese butter 4 sesame hamburger buns, halved Combine ground steak with salt and pepper. Divide into 4 equal-sized pieces and gently shape into 4 burgers about 1-inch-thick. Grill burgers and warm buns according to instructions below. Top burgers with butter and serve hot in sesame buns. Outdoor cooking: Grill over hot coals for 3 minutes per side for rare, 4 minutes per side for medium rare, or 5 minutes per side for well done. Place buns cut side down on grill until warm and lightly golden, 1 minute. Indoor cooking: Preheat a ridged cast-iron grill pan over high heat. Cook for 3 minutes per side for rare, 4 minutes per side for medium rare, or 5 minutes per side for well done. Place buns cut side down on grill pan until warm lightly golden, 1 minute.

Think ahead: Shape burgers up to 1 day in advance. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Cooks’ Note: Overhandling the meat when shaping will result in a tough, dry burger. To guarantee a juicy burger, handle the meat as little as possible. PC125095 Blue-Cheese Butter Makes 15 servings 16 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 4 ounces (1 cup crumbled) blue cheese 2 teaspoons black pepper Place ingredients in a food processor or blender; pulse until well blended. Wrap in foil. Place in the freezer until hard, about 45 minutes. To serve, roll back foil and cut into 1/2-inch slices. When slicing from frozen, warm the knife under hot water first. After slicing, always tightly rewrap the unused flavored butter roll in the foil before returning to refrigerator or freezer.

10 West Members Learn The Art Of Public Speaking By Amanda Burris tanding in front of a group of people, as they all watch while you speak can be intimidating and scary for many. Public speaking has always been a number one fear for most individuals. The 10 West Business Association welcomed speaker and local realtor J.J. Rodriguez to give a presentation at the May 10 West meeting on the art of public speaking. The meeting took place at the Egg and I at the Colonnade on Thursday, May 23. A delicious breakfast was promptly served at the beginning of the meeting. Once everyone was satisfied and fed, the meeting was called to order. J.J. Rodriguez is an active member of the 10 West Business Association. Understanding the importance of public speaking and the fears many have of it, J.J. discussed key points to help. He began with what individuals fear, such as being afraid to make a mistake or blanking while on the spot, which led to many solutions to these fears, such as cracking jokes or practicing in front of others. After making a few jokes of his own, he went into the final part of his talk, which got those present involved. Everyone’s name was gathered at the beginning of the meeting and then drawn by J.J. to give a one-minute speech about one of their passions. Scott Smith from Schakolad, Robert Mayer and Albert Molina from Alamo Tees, Shannon Gaude from Hayward Gaude Photography,

Speaker J.J. Rodriguez with Welcome Home publisher Russell Groomer.

Jonathan Reed from One Source Data Com and Ed Quisenberry from Optimal Health Theraputic all were picked to give a speech. Everyone, regardless of their fears, did an amazing job with their speeches. To continue the interactive setting of the meeting, everyone went around the room and introduced the person sitting next to them, telling a little about their neighbor and the company they work for. The 10 West Business Association May meeting at the Egg and I was a huge success. For details about future meetings or 10 West membership opportunities, call 210-348-8233 or visit 10westbusiness.com.

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7 Ways to Save on StartUp Expenses

By Winfield Little Owner of Kuhlhost.com (210) 452-2029

s a young startup it’s important to make every dollar count while your business is still growing, you’ll want to take a look at the following seven opportunities to save money on common business, including tech startup expenses: Expense #1 – Office Space It’s unnecessary to sign a commercial lease to house your startup. Instead, look into incubator spaces, co-working offices and executive office rentals – all of which can provide you with flexible office space options at a lower cost. Expense #2 – Office Furniture Ikea. If the world’s leading producer of cheap furniture doesn’t appeal to you, consider seeking out used or consignment furniture stores, garage sales or even pulling the extra furniture out of your parents’ basement. When your startup is first growing, all you need is some place to sit and work – it doesn’t have to be pretty! Expense #3 – Office Supplies Instead of looking for ways to save money on the supplies you think you need, focus on eliminating the need for physical supplies. As an example, if you pursue a “paper free” office, you remove the need for paper clips, staplers, staples, hanging files and a host of other associated products. If you must purchase some supplies, try cashing in some credit card reward points to fund these expenditures. Expense #4 – Shipping Expenses While there’s no way to eliminate postage fees, you can cut back on the cost of packaging products by reusing boxes, picking up free shipping containers from USPS or even collecting serviceable

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packing materials from other businesses in your area. Expense #5 – Employee Costs Consider bringing on new employees as independent contractors. This will minimize your tax burden and give you more flexibility regarding the costs associated with terminating employees who don’t work out. Invest in improving your interview process. Training a new employee, only to have him or her leave down the road due to a bad fit, represents a tremendous cost to startups in terms of lost productivity. You can reduce this fiscal waste by enhancing your hiring process so that you’re more likely to wind up with suitable candidates. Expense #6 – Advertising Minimize your advertising expenses by taking advantage of “free” techniques like SEO, content marketing or social media marketing. It’s possible to generate a significant amount of traction in this way, which can drive the sales volume needed to make traditional paid advertising methods a possibility in your business’s future. Expense #7 – Professional Fees While you shouldn’t cut them out of your budget entirely, look for opportunities to barter services or products in order to get a discount on your bill. No matter what professional skills you have to offer, you should be able to find the common ground needed to craft an arrangement that benefits both parties, while saving you some serious cash. Winfield Little - Owner of Kuhlhost. com “Web Development for Small Buniess” 210-452-2029.

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Join Tanji Patton For Goodtaste TV’s 5th Birthday Celebration At Mercedes-Benz Of Boerne

amiliar to San Antonio, Tanji Patton is an Emmy award-winning journalist pursuing her passion for wine and food. Her fun, engaging and informative website, “Good Taste With Tanji” features chefs, wines and food pairings from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the west coast. By traveling to different parts of the world to discover the art of choosing a glass of wine Tanji has been making it a fun and tasty experience for her viewers for the past five years! Tanji also hosts Goodtaste Girls’ Night Out events that feature local vendors, food and wine in both San Antonio & Houston. To celebrate 5 years of “GoodTaste” Tanji’s event planners at Outside the Box Productions are throwing a “Birthday Bash” on Thursday, July 11th from 6pm - 9pm at Mercedes-Benz of Boerne. “I can’t believe it’s already been 5 years. We have had so much fun bringing great food, wine and interesting places to our viewers. I just love San Antonio and the people here and we are really excited to invite everyone to come help us celebrate!

We have teamed up with some great partners to make the night a memorable one,” said Patton. Some of those partners include Ounce Steakhouse who will be serving up some of their favorite bites, wine tastings courtesy of Deutsch Wines, beer tastings courtesy of Ben E Keith & amazing giveaways all night long including weekend leases from Mercedes-Benz of Boerne. As with all of Tanji’s events, there will also be fabulous shopping including Stella & Dot, Bolingo Bags and many more as well as great entertainment. Tickets are available for $30 at goodtaste. tv so get your tickets now and join Tanji as we raise our glasses to celebrate 5 yearsCheers!

Clark HS Model UN Team Achieves Award

Apple Lemonade Perfect For Summer

emonade is often associated with refreshment and hot summer days. When the mercury on the thermometer has reached record heights, few beverages are as refreshing as a cold glass of lemonade. This summer figures to have its share of hot afternoons. But while the higher temperatures might be typical this time of year, your choice for refreshment can be anything but -- even if you insist on sticking with lemonade. The following recipe for “Apple Lemonade” from Elsa PetersenSchepelern’s “Cool Smoothies: Juices and Cocktails” (Ryland, Peters & Small) offers a unique take on a summer favorite. Apple Lemonade: Serves 4 2 to 3 cooking apples, unpeeled, chopped into small pieces Sugar, to taste Juice of 1 lemon Sparkling water (to serve) Ice Put the apples into a saucepan, cover with cold water, bring to a boil and simmer until soft. Strain, pressing the pulp through the strainer with a spoon. Add sugar to taste,

Clark HS Model United Nations Team in front of United Nations, NYC.

Best Delegate, Nepal, General Assembly, Millennium Development Goals Asia • Matthew Chavana and Rebekah Washington-Best Delegate, Slovenia, World Trade Organization • Holly Norman and Lauren SchmidtBest Delegate, Nepal, International Organization on Migration • Samantha Rosenblatt and Laura McComb- Honorable Mention, Nepal, World Health Organization • Supriya Mazumdar and Muniza Samiullah-Honorable Mention, Nepal, 4th General Assembly The staff from Clark HS would like to congratulate these students and their coach, Mr. Kevin Pumphrey, on their outstanding accomplishments. They demonstrate just how much Clark is an amazing place of learning and excellence in education!

while always remembering that they are indeed providing a true ministry of love. Over the years, Jana’s Quilters has grown with members of SOCPC and nonmembers alike with women travelling from surrounding towns, some as far as Austin whom have all contributed to the overall production of over 600 handmade quilts, year to date, that have been provided to the community and caregivers of Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital. Jana’s Quilters caring success is solely the result and sustainment of fundraisers and donations that have assisted in the cause with the simple needs required to create the quilts.

On each quilt, engraved are the words, “Made for you with love and prayers.” “We pour our love and prayers into each quilt we sew,” said Debra Holt, who spearheaded the organization. “We cannot cure these babies. We cannot even hold and rock their pain away, but we CAN send them a colorful, warm quilt to remind them we are in constant prayer for them and that they are LOVED.” For more information, volunteering opportunities, or donations for Jana’s Quilters, please contact Debra Holt by emailing her at debrapholt@hotmail.com or call 830-980-7030.

stir until dissolved, then let cool. To serve, pack a pitcher with ice, half-fill the glass with the apple juice, add the lemon juice, and top with sparkling water.

Providing Love Stich By Stich Submitted By Allie Beyer ana’s Quilters is a special and unique ministry that has graced the San Antonio community with the mission to provide beautifully donated hand sewn quilts to the perilously ill babies and children of the downtown Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital, as well as providing for the requests of other critically unwell children in need within the communities. The Stone Oak Cumberland Presbyterian Church, SOCPC, embraced the initiation of the establishment of Jana’s Quilters in 2008. The quilters were originally comprised of

Submitted By Karen Pumphrey he Clark High School Model United Nations Team had phenomenal success at the UNA-USA Global Classrooms Model UN Conference in New York City the weekend of May 15-18. Clark HS MUN Team once again brought home the highest award that a school can receive: the Secretary Generals Award for Best Delegation. Clark is the only school to achieve the award twice. UNA -USA included over 2000 delegates representing nearly 150 schools from over 20 countries. Individual awards were as follows: • Cole Wilder and Juliet Carrillo-Best Delegate, Slovenia, General Assembly Millennium Development Goals Eastern Europe • Charles Bass and Kylie Johnson-

the gifted hands of ten women along with all the unused fabric, remnants and pieces of batting they could gather to launch their relentless quilting operation that would soon touch the lives of so many. The ministry’s name was derived in memory of a SOCPC member’s child, Jana, which fought a courageous battle of Leukemia, who succumbed to the cancer at the age of 13. Jana’s story, the testimonies of the joy and comfort the quilts bring to these children and the immediate lines formed at the hospital prior to every quilt delivery, all provide the steadfast dedication for Jana’s Quilters to stay focused on their mission,

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Safety Tips For Summer Fun

he weather is heating up and Americans are heading outdoors to soak up the fun. Warm weather enthusiasts should keep safety on the top of their minds when they’re out camping, boating and barbecuing. CSA Group, a leader in testing and certification, wants to remind Americans to stay safe all summer with the following tips. Camping Stoves and Lanterns Fuel-burning camping equipment, such as stoves, lanterns and outdoor cookers, should only be lit outdoors and at least 10 feet (3 meters) from tents, combustible materials and vehicles. Never light a stove or lantern inside a tent or vehicle. Before use, carefully inspect parts for leaks, blockages or damage. Keep loose, flammable clothing away from open flames. Carefully monitor children and pets around stoves and lanterns.

Boats and Cabins Ensure boats and cabins are equipped with proper emergency safety equipment, including first aid kits and fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms. When first opening your cabin, carefully inspect all appliances for damage from rodents or insects. Always wear a personal flotation device. Never consume alcohol while operating any vehicle. Outdoor Gas Barbeques Before firing up your barbecue for the first time, carefully inspect burners and burner tubes for blockages due to dirt, grease, insects or rust buildup. Clean or replace any blocked parts or have a certified technician make repairs. Propane cylinders must be inspected and re-qualified every 12 years in the United States. A date stamp on the cylinder indicates when it was last qualified. Don’t

Dos And Don’ts Of Fireworks

s the mercury rises, the parties and festivities that have come to signify summer excite revelers far and wide. Summer has become the season of pool parties, trips to the beach, barbecues, and, of course, fireworks. Love it or hate it, warm weather seems to beckon neighbors out of hibernation and incites a desire to set things on fire. When cooking over an open flame doesn’t satisfy that desire, many take to shooting off bottle rockers and whistlers. But fireworks can still be dangerous, and not everyone is equipped or legally allowed to ignite fireworks. Therefore, to avoid potentially dangerous injuries, fines or arrests, it pays to follow these fireworks dos and don’ts. DO find out if fireworks are legal in your area. If you have to travel over state lines or into another country to purchase fireworks, there is a good chance you are not allowed to use fireworks in your community. There are many regulations regarding the sale,

transport and use of fireworks, so be sure you’re not breaking any laws before buying any fireworks. DON’T buy fireworks from just anyone. You want to ensure you are purchasing them from a reputable retailer of legal fireworks. DO check any safety guidelines and warnings on the wrapper of the fireworks before lighting them. DON’T light fireworks near people, trees, homes, or any combustible materials. DO keep a fire extinguisher or water hose nearby in the event of a fire. The National Fire Prevention Association notes that the Fourth of July features more reported fires than any other day of the year. DON’T forget that sparklers and firecrackers are no safer than other types of fireworks. The tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of more than 1200 F, which is hot enough to cause third-degree burns and is hotter than the temperature it takes to melt glass.

use a rusty or damaged cylinder. If in doubt, have your tank replaced. When purchasing or installing a gas barbecue, make sure that it carries the mark of an approved certification organization,

such as CSA Group, indicating the barbecue has been tested to applicable national standards. More safety tips available at www. csasafetytips.com.

DO leave fireworks to the professionals to avoid injury or fire. DON’T light more than one firework at a time. DO wait 15 to 20 minutes after lighting a firework to see if it has ignited. If not, dump the firework in a bucket of water and move on to a fresh firework. DON’T let small children handle and light fireworks. DO make every attempt not to store fireworks. If you purchase them, use them all up. However, a cool, out-of-the-way place may suffice for a day or so. DON’T have any part of your body over the firework when lighting it. Try to use a lit stick or butane lighter to keep as far away as possible. DO say no to alcoholic beverages when lighting fireworks. Your perception and dexterity can be compromised by alcohol. DON’T shoot fireworks off in windy conditions. Otherwise, make sure the

prevailing wind is blowing away from the audience. DO wear eye protection when lighting fireworks. DON’T shoot fireworks off of uneven ground. To ensure stability, always light them on a hard, flat and level surface. DO use common sense at all times when in the presence of fireworks. DON’T assume pets and children will enjoy the loud noises. Make accommodations for a quiet respite. DO make sure spectators keep their distance. They should be 25 to 40 feet away from ground-based items and even further for aerial products. Fireworks can be beautiful to watch and often signify special moments and celebrations. Safety should always be on the minds of people spending time around fireworks.

Brandeis Band Says Goodbye To Seniors

Special To Welcome Home n May 29, Brandeis High School’s band department said goodbye to its senior class at this year’s Spring Band Concert by featuring the seniors to “Stars and Stripes” at the end of the performance to celebrate all of the hard work and dedication the Class of 2013 has

given to the Bronco Band. Although the farewell was poignant, the Bronco Band is ecstatic about welcoming the Class of 2017 and commencing another successful four years of music education for the incoming freshmen. For this new school year, the Bronco Band kicks off the season with their newly

elected Band Council: President Cyrus Daruwalla, Vice President John Pavo, Secretary Katiebeth Brandt and Historian Katy Baker. These students join the Band Leadership Team to provide “the voice” of the band. During the summer, members of the Bronco Band will enjoy a much deserved

Archdiocese Celebrates Annual Outstanding Leaders Submitted By Julie Seguin t was an evening of spiritual celebration as the Archdiocese of San Antonio celebrated the 22nd Annual Outstanding Leaders in Catholic School Education Awards Dinner. The awards honored six individuals within the Catholic schools who have long been instrumental in helping youth develop into responsible and successful, faith-filled members of our community. “It has been said that you did not choose teaching, it chose you or rather, God chose you to be sent forth into the very core of young people’s lives at a very formative

time in their journey,” said Mr. Ernie Zuniga of Fox News, who served as the Master of Ceremonies for his fourth year. Of the six recipients, Dr. Louis Agnese, Jr. President of the University of the Incarnate Word, was inducted into the Catholic Schools Hall of Fame. Agnese became president of UIW in 1985, at age 34, and UIW has since had tremendous growth and success under his leadership. The Hall of Fame was created in 2000 to spotlight individuals who have graduated from Catholic schools and have made significant contributions to their schools, churches and

communities. The Outstanding Leadership Award recipients were: Barbara Alvarez, Teacher at Providence Catholic High School, Becki Lacayo, teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic School, Lisa Rosenfeld, Enrollment Director at Holy Spirit Catholic School, Martha Stakes, teacher at Notre Dame Catholic School in Kerrville and Patrick Weber, teacher at Holy Cross of San Antonio. Superintendent of Catholic Schools Pattie Davis and Moderator of the Curia, Father Martin Leopold presented the awards to the winners. Each was presented

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break, but many of the diligent musicians will surely be practicing next year’s UIL show music, “Symphonic Dreams.” Information about next year’s schedule can be found on the band’s website.

with an award and a check in the amount of $1,200 for their chosen school program on behalf of Hope for the Future. Held at the Omni Colonnade, 25 Teachers of the Year were also recognized that evening for their continued dedication and service to Catholic School education. Other highlights of the evening included performances by the Antonian High School Jazz Band, the Madrigals Singers of Incarnate Word High School, host duties by St. Anthony High School Ambassadors, and the Presentation of the Colors by the Central Catholic High School Button Brigade Color Guard.

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JROTC Cadets Honor Our Country By Amanda Burris

or Victoria King and Sean Aaron of Thomas C. Clark and Andrew Grove and Jessica Krzywoski of Louis D. Brandeis High School, being a leader seems natural. They are all leaders in JROTC by the examples they set, or by leading their teams to success in competitions. As upcoming seniors, these individuals will also be leading their peers through the hallways and in their classrooms. These young individuals have dedicated countless hours to accomplish goals and have learned to set the standards high for themselves. By using JROTC as a way to stay

active in the community, these four have found that giving back is a way to represent and practice the values that this country was developed around. Welcome Home had the opportunity to interview each of these cadets and discover how they became involved in such an honorable program, and how it has shaped them into exemplary students and active members of the community. In honor of Independence Day, these cadets represent the future leaders that our country will have the pleasure of looking up to, as they grow more and more into the outstanding citizens of America that they have already proven to be.

Andrew Grove

Jessica Krzywonski

Cadet Captain Andrew Grove, who is Deputy Corps Commander and Deputy NightHawk Commander, of Louis D. Brandeis, is part of the AF JROTC. While on the team he has developed skills that he hopes to use in his life. “I really wanted to do something that wouldn’t just be about me, but for all those around me, so I joined AFJROTC because of what I’ve heard about it and how it builds character,” Andrew said. “To be in the program means that one is patriotic, and is all about taking initiative and going above and beyond what is expected.” Andrew has had the opportunity to be a leader in his position on AF JROTC. He has been given the opportunity to help others and work alongside with the members of the drill team and the members of the corps staff so that they can reach all of their goals as a unit. While working with his fellow peers to

achieve goals, Andrew has also made many of his own, as he approaches his senior year of high school. “My senior year, I hope to be accepted to the Air Force Academy, and to be a part of leading the NightHawks armed drill team to be national champions,” he said. While being part of the AF JROTC at Brandeis, Andrew has made friendships and connections that have led him to an involvement in a program that he truly enjoys.

Sean R. Aaron To Cadet Wing Vice-Commander Sean Aaron of Thomas C. Clark High School, JROTC is a way to be involved in something vastly bigger than himself. By being in this organization he has learned to be part of a team where you work together to accomplish the large things and see results not in doing everything individually, but together as a unit. Sean was motivated to join JROTC when Sgt. Ruiz came to visit William P. Hobby Middle School when Sean was in attendance, due to the display of all the teams and the inspiring dedication he saw in the cadets. Now as an active member he has found a true passion in the organization. “My favorite part about being on JROTC is all the opportunities that are provided to the cadets who choose to join one of our many teams, for example, from my participation with the drill teams, marksmanship team and the Rocketry team, I have been all over the USA, ranging from the west in Utah to the east in Washington DC,” Sean said. By putting the goals of the team above his own needs and wants, he has become

a leader to his fellow cadets. Sean has strived to set an example for others to follow while also trying to personally stay involved in some way to the majority of the teams. His participation on the JROTC has proven to be exceptional as he constantly works to achieve something more each year. “My personal goals for my senior year are to place first with the marksmanship team at the national level, and to maintain our the TX-793’s district rocketry title,” Sean commented. As an upper-classman, Sean will be not only a leader to his classmates, but in JROTC as well, working with his peers to accomplish the larger goals as a unit.

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Cadet Captain Jessica Krzywonski of Louis D. Brandeis High School found that joining the Air Force Junior ROTC has been quite the experience, or as described when she went to orientation her freshmen year, it would be “the best experience of your life.” “Within my first week of JROTC, I was amazed by the levels of initiative, willingness to learn and respect that I saw in all of the cadets,” Jessica said. “After being a proud member of the TX-20083 for three years now, I see AFJROTC as not only a leadership program in high school, but an opportunity to prove to yourself and others what hard work can lead to.” Jessica has allowed herself to make the most of the program but becoming involved and gaining from the opportunities of leadership that the AFJROTC has to offer. After being mentored by her instructors and various upper-level cadets, she has filled the positions of JV Unarmed Drill Team Commander for two years, upand-coming Varsity Commander, Deputy Group Commander for a year and first-

year-cadet F l i g h t Commander for two years. “I believe that I’ve firmly led by example to my peers since I joined J R O T C , whether it be in the form of wearing my uniform proudly every Wednesday, or ensuring that I utilize the three core values: ‘integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do,’ daily,” she commented. Hoping to continue her great experience through to her senior year, Jessica has developed goals that consist of being awarded at least four scholarships for college, lead her team, the Blue Aces, to winning the National Championship in Daytona Beach, FL and getting accepted into Baylor University or UT Austin.

Victoria King Victoria King, Cadet Lieutenant Colonel of the Thomas C. Clark JROTC, has been an involved member in the program, who understands the value in the close relationships that the cadets have with one another and with the instructors. “Everyone in ROTC is so caring and willing to help,” Victoria said. “When I was in middle school I wanted to be a part of a program that was more than just a class, it was a family, and the ROTC program was perfect.” Victoria has become someone who is always willing to help. She has made sure to always be there for her fellow cadets when needed, offering an ear to listen, and showing optimism as a way for others to look to as an example. As she embarks on her senior year, she plans to accomplish a lot for the JROTC program. “My goals for when I become a senior for the corps include doing a lot of community service hours, donating as much food and other items the corps can collect, and [getting] more cadets involved

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in extra curricular activities,” she explained. “My goals for drill team are that we can raise enough money to defend our title at the all service nationals in Daytona, Florida.” The Silver Valor varsity drill team is an extra curricular for the JROTC program that she has found to be her favorite part. “Everyone on both the guys and girls team has each other’s back, and is one big family. We might go through our ups and downs but we always find a way together to help each other get back up,” Victoria explained. While being a part of the JROTC family, Victoria has found her niche in high school and is prepared to get the most out of her last year there.

June Calendar of Events STAAR TESTING Mon, April 1 – Fri, July 12 (Dates vary based on grade level and sections; makeup days are also available). The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) is the new rigorous program that focuses on readiness for success in subsequent grades and courses and, ultimately, for college and career. For more information, visit www.tea.state.tx.us/ student.assessment/staar/. FIESTA NOCHE DEL RIO Fri, May 10 – Aug 10 (Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita St.). Every Friday & Saturday at 8:30 p.m. An outdoor show on the San Antonio River Walk featuring lively singing and dancing from Mexico, Spain, Argentina and Texas—plus live MARIACHI music! Proceeds benefit local children’s charities. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for Seniors (60+), $5 for children ages 6 – 14, $10 group rates and $10 active and retired military. To purchase tickets, visit www. fiestanochesa.com or call 210-226-4651. SUMMER FENCING CAMPS Mon, June 3 – Fri, Aug. 23 (dates and camps vary). Your kids will learn from Coach Vellizar, a US Olympian, World Champion, Pan-American Champion and National Fencing Champion! The Olympic sport of fencing provides a great physical and mental workout, and it is lots of fun to learn. Learning to fence is a challenging mix of physical and tactical training that is equally suited to boys and girls age 6 and up. Our fencing program is provided in a safe environment and we emphasize safety rules at all times. To find out more or to register, call 210-872-2004 or visit www. olympianfencing.com/summer-schoolfencing-camps/. MADE IN TEXAS Mon, July 1 (Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 E. Durango Blvd.). 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. “Made in Texas” explores a diverse array of Texan-made objects which add to the fabric of life not only in our state, but across the globe. Explore objects, concepts, ideas and expressions of culture which originate in, are made in, or have strong ties to Texas: foodways, arts and crafts, agriculture and manufacturing, music, ways of making a living, furniture, clothing, inventions and architecture. Discover the impact Texas has had on the world and how Texas culture has influenced others. To find out more, call 210-458-2300 or visit www.texancultures. com/made_in_tx/. EVA’S HEROES’ SPECIAL PRESENTATION Tue, July 2 (Embassy 14, 13707 Embassy Row & Silverado 16, 11505 West Loop 1604 N). Embassy 14 and Silverado 16, in conjunction with Eva’s Heroes, offer a more suitable theater experience for persons with special needs, twice a month. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Patrons with special needs are admitted free while all others pay the matinee price. SKETCHING IN SAMA’S GALLERIES Tue, July 2 – Tue, July 30 (San Antonio Art Museum, 200 W. Jones). 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of casual instruction every Tuesday based on the works of art

found in the SAMA collections. For more information, visit www.samuseum.org. DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH TEXAS Tue, July 2 (United Methodist Church, 231 E. North Loop Road, Gibbs Building, Room 1108). 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. The Down Syndrome Association of South Texas will be holding its monthly Parent Support meeting. This month’s topic is “Solutions to Picky Eaters.” A light dinner will be served, so to ensure that there will be enough food for your family, please call 210-349-4372 to RSVP. FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES Tue, July 2 – Wed, July 3 (Embassy 14, 13707 Embassy Row/ Santikos Palladium, 17703 IH-10). Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Santikos Free Summer Movie Series is back for its fifth year. Get out of the heat for some popcorn, candy and a free flick. This week will feature “Hotel Transylvania.” Visit www.santikos. com for upcoming features. MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT Tue, July 2 – Tue, July 30 (HemisFair Park, 200 S. Alamo St.) 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Movies by Moonlight returns to HemisFair Park Tuesday nights for the summer. Bring a blanket and a picnic for a free, familyfriendly flick. Pre-movie entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m. followed by the film at 8 p.m. To find out the week’s feature, visit www.slabcinema.com. MOMMY MATINEES Wed, July 3 – 31 (Embassy 14, 13707 Embassy Row & Silverado 16, 11505 West Loop 1604 N.). Every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Mommy Matinees are babyfriendly showings of the latest blockbuster for moms, dads and caregivers. No need for a babysitter as our Mommy Matinee showings feature brighter lighting, lower sound, stroller parking and an understanding audience. One PG, PG13 or R rated movie will be selected by the theater each week. Visit www.santikos.com for the selected film. SAMA PLAYDATES Wed, July 3 – Wed, July 31 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. SAMA Playdates cultivates, nurtures and inspires creatively while developing an appreciation of art and world cultures. Each Wednesday morning, toddlers experience stories, gallery activities, hands-on art, movement and music. SAMA Playdates is free with museum admission. Visit www. samuseum.org for more information. 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION Thu, July 4 (Woodlawn Lake Park, 1103 Cincinnati). 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Bring the entire family and join us for the biggest and best party in town to celebrate our nation’s birth and our freedom. Families are invited to participate in a fun-filled day of games, food and musical entertainment. The City’s official July Fourth Celebration is a free event sponsored by the San Antonio Parks Foundation, in cooperation with the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department. To find out more, visit www. saparksfoundation.org.

JULY 4TH ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW Thu, July 4 (The River Walk). 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque River Walk while participating vendors display some of the most unique handmade merchandise available anywhere. Whether it’s jewelry, pottery or fine art that you are interested in, you are sure to find what you’re looking for! All shows take place along the River Walk extension, near the Chamber of Commerce.

RIVER CITY CLUSTER OF DOGS SHOWS Wed, July 10 – Fri, July 14 (Exposition Hall at the Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E Houston St.) 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The River City Cluster of Dog Shows is one of the premiere shows in the country with exhibitors coming from all over the globe. Admission is free, and children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit www. rivercitycds.com.

MIKEY’S PLACE Sat, July 6 (Santikos Silverado, 11505 West Loop 1604 N). 11 a.m. At the first Saturday of every month, Santikos Silverado holds Mikey’s Place, a special movie event specifically for patrons with special needs. The event’s environment includes brighter lights, lower sound, shorter previews and an accepting and understanding atmosphere. Guests with intellectual special needs will be admitted for free. This month’s event will feature “Despicable Me 2.”

BALCONES HEIGHTS JAZZ FESTIVAL Fri, July 12 – Friday August 30 (Wonderland of the Americas Amphitheater, 4522 Fredericksburg Rd.). 7 – 9 p.m. The Balcones Heights Jazz Festival has been captivating South Texas jazz fans for more than 16 years. The free concert series takes place each July and August, on Friday evenings at the spectacular outdoor amphitheater at Wonderland of the Americas. To find out more, visit www. reachfortheheights.org/jazz-festival.

FIRST SUNDAYS FOR FAMILIES: DEEP IN THE ART OF TEXAS Sun, July 7 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The San Antonio Museum of Art invites children and families to explore the collections, create art and share Sundays with the family. Discover the creative spirit of Texas through music, art and performance. Become inspired by the beauty of the Texas landscape and paint an original landscape, design a unique, modern building and listen to a tall Texas tale. Enjoy a live music performance on SAMA’s pavilion. For more information, visit www.samuseum.com. RUN WITH SAMA Tue, July 9 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join SAMA and Run Wild Sports on the second Tuesday of every month for a free, leisurely run. Runners of all levels are welcome. Enjoy a five to 10 minute talk on fitness in SAMA’s collection, run and walk with professional coaches and runners from Run Wild Sports and stretch with yoga instructors from the Synergy Studio. Runners can enjoy free admission and 10 percent off in the SAMA shop. For more information, email education@samuseum.org. ART CRAWL Thu, July 11 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. On the second Thursday of every month, parents and caregivers are encouraged to bring their babies and toddlers on a walk through the galleries. Talks are geared towards the adults while the art selections are chosen to engage the children also. Each tour begins at the front desk and ends with playtime and refreshments. The tour is free with museum admission. Visit www.samuseum.org for more information. FISH CITY GRILL’S FIRST TUESDAY Tue, July 9 – (Fish City Grill, 18130 San Pedro Ave #104). Fish City Grill will hold its monthly First Tuesday fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society. FCG will donate 15% of all sales, from open to close, to LLS. Come hungry!

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FAMILY FLICKS AT SAMA Sat, July 13 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 7:30 p.m. Family Flicks is an outdoor film series in collaboration with the San Antonio Museum of Art. Screenings are held at the West Courtyard. Special performances and art activities begin one hour prior to screening time; film begins promptly at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics. Refreshments are available at SAMA’s Café des Artistes. This month’s screening will be “Tales of the Night,” a story full of dragons, werewolves, captive princesses, sorcerers and enormous talking bees. For more information, visit www.samuseum.org. TOO HOT TO HANDLE 5K/15K Sun, July 14 (Boerne City Lake, 1 City Lake Rd., Boerne, TX). Brave against the summer heat in this extreme “fun in the sun” event. Fees are $35 – $50, depending on the race. Packet pick-up and late registration begin at 6:30 a.m. 34TH ANNUAL SARR WOMEN’S 5K RUN/WALK Sat, July 20 (Lincoln Heights, 999 E. Basse Rd.). 7:30 a.m. Come enjoy a chiptimed 5K run and walk-only along the streets of Alamo Heights. Separate run and walk (no running during event) divisions, awards for overall and masters in run and walk divisions, age group awards 5 deep in the run division and 3 deep in the walk division. Pre-race yoga stretch will be led by Southtown Yoga Loft. Register at www. saroadrunners.com. AN EVENING OF POETRY AND IMPROVATIONAL JAZZ Fri, July 26 (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones). 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. At the Great Hall, poet Lahab Assef Al-Jundi will recite mystical, sensual and thoughtprovoking poems from his new manuscript “Real Illusion,” while musicians Jim Kalson (electric bass), George Prado (upright bass), and Gabriel Herrera (percussion) interpret and interact creating an atmosphere of stirringly evocative art. For more information, visit www.samuseum.org.

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How To Encourage Kids To Read

eading can have a profound impact on a child’s life in and out of the classroom. Reading can help a young student develop a more extensive vocabulary, and a study from the Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics found that reading to young children promotes language acquisition, making it easier for them to learn a foreign language. That’s a significant advantage for children growing up in a world that’s increasingly global. But reading has benefits outside the classroom as well. Reading can provide an escape from the daily grind, which is something even today’s youngsters can appreciate. Reading also is a great way for kids to relax and unwind while simultaneously giving their brains a workout. While many parents recognize the impact reading can have on their children, it’s no secret that getting kids to embrace reading can be difficult. Distractions such as video games, social media and even the great outdoors are all there to draw kids away from reading. But parents who want to instill a love of reading in their children can still take steps to ensure their kids don’t miss out on the benefits of a good book. Read to your children. Numerous studies have discovered various benefits of reading to children when they are young. The National Center for Education Statistics notes that children whose parents read to them typically become better readers and perform better in school. Reading to children early on is the first step toward

fostering a love of reading kids will develop and continue throughout their lives. Many parents read to their children at night before bedtime, but any time of day will suffice. Don’t be discouraged if kids are not interested in books. While reading fiction can help develop a youngster’s imagination, parents should not be discouraged if kids don’t want to read books. Reading the newspaper, magazines and even comic books can help kids develop strong reading skills and an extensive vocabulary and, in the case of comic books, inspire their imaginations. Young sports fans might be more inclined to read the sports page than a novel, so let them do so. Kids are more likely to embrace reading if what they’re reading interests them, so encourage kids to read up on those interests, even if that reading does not involve picking up a book. Get your youngster his or her own library card. Thanks to the popularity of e-readers, many adults would be hard pressed to locate their local library if asked to do so. But visiting the library is a great way to encourage kids to read, especially if kids have their own library cards. Kids with their own library cards tend to look at visits to the library as shopping trips where they get to make their own choices about what they’re taking home with them. And once kids reach a certain age, they can visit the library on their own. Share your own reading experiences with children. Kids look up to their parents and often want to mimic their behavior. So parents can set a good example by reading as well. On trips to the library, check out

Youngsters who have their own library cards might be more excited about visiting the library and more likely to develop a love of reading.

your own book. While you might not want to discuss every book you read with your children, discuss the books they’re reading. Chances are you read many of those same books yourself when you were a child, and discussing books with your child is a great way to improve his or her reading

comprehension. Distractions abound for today’s youngsters, who might not embrace reading as readily as they do video games or social networking. But parents can take many steps to instill a love of reading in their kids that will last a lifetime.

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