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Why Visiting A College Will Help Your Decision-Making Process By Steve Johnson all brings many things—cooler weather, back-to-school, and for new high school seniors, the important decision of which colleges to pursue. Narrowing down your options for college is no easy task, and there are many ways to decide which one is right for you. The staff at College Nannies and Tutors recommends an organized approach. You can start by listing your desired areas of study. If you have not decided on an exact major yet, that is OK. However, you should narrow your focus to a general area of study. Based on this list, many schools should fall

off, leaving only the schools catering to your chosen major or area of study. Next, location and extracurricular activities should be factored into your decision. Rank your current list of potential colleges by these factors. Of course, any potential scholarships for academics or sports will significantly influence your list as well. After ranking your list, look at the top few. From here, the next step is to visit each campus to see if it feels right for you. Visiting a campus is a great way to test the waters of a desired school. Many students know instantly when arriving at a campus if it is the right fit for them. Others

may need to sit in on a class, meet with an admissions counselor, or spend the weekend with a current student to get a feel for the school’s personality and culture. Whichever way you choose, visiting a campus ﬁrsthand will help you truly decide if you could see yourself involved with that speciﬁc college or university. Additionally, most schools have set days for potential schools to visit. On these days, they have a full schedule planned catered to give each visitor a campus tour, meet with professors, check out the dorm rooms, eat in the dining halls, etc. Scheduling to partake on these days is the best way to get the most out of your campus visit, and will allow you

Fun Family Activities Tailor-made For Autumn Special To Welcome Home all is a great time to enjoy the great outdoors. Beautiful fall foliage coupled with great weather compel many people to spend ample time outdoors before the arrival of harsh winter weather drives them back indoors. The following are a handful of actvities that are tailor-made for fall. Raking leaves: While raking leaves might not jump out at you as a great way to spend a nice fall afternoon, families often ﬁnd raking leaves together soon turns into a fun day in the yard. Build leaf piles and let the kids jump in, and then do it again. When raking, encourage kids to collect some colorful leaves and set them aside. Once the raking is done, you can then enjoy making some homemade crafts with

the leaves you and your youngsters just collected. Apple picking: Perhaps no activity is more synonymous with fall than apple picking. Many apple orchards encourage customers to come by and pick their own apples in the fall. Once your family and you have scoured the orchard for the perfect apples, relax with a cup of warm apple cider before returning home to make some homemade apple sauce and, of course, a delicious apple pie. Hayride: Hayrides are another fall tradition, and many farms offer relaxing hayrides throughout fall. Younger children who may tire if asked to patrol an apple orchard for apples might ﬁnd a hayride is more their speed. Some farms may even allow customers to walk the grounds and

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fun for adults and children alike. Though adolescents can often be trusted to ﬁnd their way through corn mazes, younger kids should be accompanied by an adult. Pumpkin picking: Much like apple picking is best in fall, so is pumpkin picking. Rather than buying your Halloween pumpkin from the grocery store, where your options may be limited, go straight to the source and pick your future jack-o’-lantern from a nearby pumpkin patch, which will provide a much wider selection. Let your youngsters pick their own pumpkins and then spend the rest of the day carving them at home. And don’t forget to save those seeds, which can be roasted over an open ﬂame to make a delicious snack.

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Award For Outstanding Service: Burn And Blast Trauma Survivors Submitted By Deborah Ortiz de la Peña celity, a global wound care and regenerative medicine company, awarded the ﬁrst-ever Carole Lanham Award to Texas-based charity, The Moonlight Fund Inc., for its outstanding service to burn and blast patients and their families. The award was presented to Celia Belt, co-founder of The Moonlight Fund Inc. on July 28, 2015, at Acelity headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. The Acelity Carole Lanham Award recognizes organizations that have excelled in improving patient lives by providing holistic support to trauma survivors. The creation of this award expands on the Acelity Servant’s Heart Foundation mission to offer ﬁnancial assistance to charitable organizations in need. The $2,500 grant will be awarded annually and was created in honor of Carole Lanham, who recently retired after working for more than 23 years at Acelity. Carole has served in various capacities on the Servant’s Heart Foundation Board since its inception in 2003, actively sponsored numerous grant applications on behalf of many small and medium-sized organizations around the country, and personally volunteered hundreds of hours supporting the Servant’s Heart Foundation to improve the lives of children and people in need.

“Carole has been instrumental in the establishment and maintenance of the Servant’s Heart Foundation, which is a non-proﬁt, 501(c)(3) organization, funded and managed by Acelity employees,” said Michelle Peterson, Servant’s Heart Foundation President. “The Servant’s Heart Foundation encourages our employees to get involved with the local community and has beneﬁted many organizations, such as The Moonlight Fund, with programs primarily emphasizing children, education and health care.” Acelity and The Moonlight Fund have worked together since the Fund’s inception in 1998. “Acelity has been an important partner for The Moonlight Fund since the beginning,” commented Celia Belt. “We are very honored to have been chosen as the recipient of the Carole Lanham Award. Carole is a good friend, and Acelity has always supported our quest to help burn and blast survivors and their families. This scholarship will allow us to help more patients in need.” For almost 20 years, The Moonlight Fund Inc. has relied on local and global companies like Acelity to gather the necessary funds to help military and civilian burn and blast survivors and their families. Additionally, they raise funds by hosting

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an annual gala, which gives sponsors and attendees the opportunity to share in the Fund’s gift-giving legacy. This year’s gala, titled “An Evening of Enchantment,” will take place on September 26, 2015, at the Éilan Hotel in San Antonio, Texas, with the help of local sponsors including Southern

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Home Is Where The Office Is. More Than Just A Desk And Laptop.

By Mike and Molly Sowry Virtuoso Builders (210) 525-8750

t wasn’t long ago that the term, “home office” called up images of the den where Mike Brady retreated at night only to be seen when one of the kids popped in for some fatherly advice. Since then, home offices have emerged as one of the most important residential amenities thanks to an uptick in both self-employment and flexible working trends. Homeowners recognize the importance of their home offices and are giving them the design attention they deserve by focusing

on a customized space that suits their needs and organizational style. If you’re planning to remodel your home ofﬁce, here are a few things to consider: • Less is more. Plan for less “stuff.” Today, technologies don’t take a lot of space with laptops, wireless printers, and cell phones. Gone are the days of deciding where the tower will go. • Form follows function. Aesthetics and functionality of a home ofﬁce are high on the priority list. The current demand is to use furniture pieces that allow the ability to

Discoveries Thru Vision By Erin Nevelow, O.D. Nevelow Eye Associates (210) 349-2437 • www.drsnevelow.com s the excitement of going back to September is Sports Eye Injury Awareness school in August ﬁnally dies down, Month, we will talk about the importance of everyone turns their attention to the sports eyewear, especially for children. big things going on in September, which While most school and youth sports are school sports activities. Starting with require special protective gear to prevent football, moving to basketball, then baseball, concussion, broken bones and chipped teeth, and everything in between like volleyball, most don’t require the use of eye protection. golf, and tennis, school aged children are According to the National Eye Institute, eye putting their vision at risk every day. Since injuries are the leading cause of blindness

move around rather than built-ins. • Embrace the space. A workspace shouldn’t be limited to one area. A customized office can utilize all of the space, including walls, corners and floors. • Location. Location. Location. Never underestimate the importance of placement of your office. It wouldn’t be fun to wake up at 3:47 a.m. to a fax machine delivering an unsolicited “Stock Tip of the Month.” The location needs to be versatile and meet some basic considerations, such as privacy. A home office near a front entry works well. If this is not an option in the layout of your home, think about a location that is away

from the noise of a kitchen or family room. • Encourage bright ideas. Proper lighting for a home office blends aesthetics with practicality. This is one area that shouldn’t be overlooked. General and task lighting is a must along with natural light from windows. Whatever the situation, chances are that someone in any household would benefit from having a quiet and comfortable place to finish homework, pay the bills, finalize a proposal or simply make a few phone calls while still within earshot of the kids. Plan your needs and uses for your office, and remember that your imagination is the only limit to what you can do. Virtuoso Builders is an award winning remodeling firm raising the professional standards in the San Antonio home remodeling industry. For more tips on home improvement, subscribe to our newsletter at www.virtuosobuilders.com.

in children in the United States, and most injuries occurring in school aged children are sports related. Ninety percent of sports related injuries can be prevented just by using protective eye wear. According to Prevent Blindness, in 2014 the top five sports that had the most eye injuries were; basketball, water and pool sports, paintball, baseball/ softball, and football. So how do you pick the best sports glasses? Well the first thing to look for is a good fit. You don’t want them to be too tight; although they do need to fit comfortably underneath any head protection or helmet your child needs to wear. Also, you don’t want to buy them slightly bigger thinking your child would need room to grow, because the amount of protection they provide would be

compromised. The sports eyewear should be vented on the side for air and heat exchange and have padding to cushion the face around the head and nose area. The lenses are made from impact resistant polycarbonate and should include any prescription your child might need. Non-prescription sports goggles are also available. It’s important for all adults, including parents and coaches, to take eye safety seriously and to protect the future vision of our kids. If you have any questions about this topic or any eye health concerns please call Drs. John and Erin Nevelow. You can reach us at 210.349.2437 or on our website www.drsnevelow.com or find us on facebook.

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ne size does not fit all,” says Dr. Donna Becker, as she describes the medical treatment of menopausal symptoms. Unfortunately, there aren’t many other doctors who have the same belief or the same understanding of hormones as Dr. Becker. “People go to their regular physicians, or even their gynecologist, and are usually initially given antidepressants. Menopause is about lack of hormones, which may be a sad event for some people, but the underlying problem is not a chemical imbalance in the brain, it’s a lack of estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone.” Dr. Becker believes that aging is a slowly progressive degenerative disease which may be partially stabilized by supplying the correct amount of hormones in the correct proportions. For men, the optimal amount of testosterone may be achieved by measuring sex hormone binding globulin and estradiol. “We want to have our hormones optimal, mimicking the levels found in the young active adult.” No one would prescribe hormones such as thyroid or insulin without checking blood levels, yet this is done all the time with menopausal women-if they are even offered hormones, she says. Dr. Becker discovered hormone replacement therapy when she had terrible problems with her own menopause, almost 20 years ago (she is 67). Unable to find any help locally, she flew to another state to see an anti-aging doctor. “I had been prescribed the usual horse’s urine derived estrogen and herbal remedies that didn’t work—I was at the end of my rope and only too happy to finally consult an expert in anti-aging,” explained Becker. “When the doctor told me my thyroid levels were low, I initially argued with him. However, although my levels were in the normal range, they weren’t in the optimal range. Bringing them up to an optimal level, along with prescriptions for estradiol, testosterone, progesterone, and DHEA, made a world of difference for me. That is when I knew I wanted to help others as I had been helped.” Her quest led her to becoming a physician who is board certified in Anti-Aging. The American Board of Medical

Specialties does not recognize board certiﬁcation in Anti-aging-yet. Anti-aging doctors have taken courses and passed oral and written exams to achieve expertise in this emerging specialty. Dr. Becker is board certiﬁed in Emergency Medicine and had worked in downtown Santa Rosa ER and Texsan hospitals for years. “I wanted to do more than treat some acute illness, I wanted to lead the person into a healthier life style before the heart attack, stroke, or broken hip! Anti-aging is about nutrition, exercise, and healthy habits, not just hormone replacement therapy, although that is very important,” Dr. Becker emphasized. Dr. Becker really listens to her patients. A total of

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three to four hours over several months, after the initial consultation, is required for total hormone balancing by laboratory analysis and physical symptoms. It is refreshing for her patients because they are so used to being hustled in and out of the ofﬁce, being told their symptoms are normal due to aging, so live with it, or being pushed into a depression misdiagnosis. Not only does Dr. Becker listen, she takes action. “I always tell my patients that we will do 3 pages of lab tests. They receive a copy of that lab work along with a line-by-line explanation. I sit with them and tell them exactly where they need the extra help,” Dr. Becker explained. Her goal—bring the body back into the balance it had when the person was in their 20s. “That is when we are the healthiest, and our hormone levels a peak operating levels,” she stressed. What are the main beneﬁts to this anti-aging regimen? “Well, apart from feeling better, my patients begin to look better, too,” Dr. Becker laughs. “They have more energy, thus they begin to lose weight, which in turn motivates them to look after themselves better, which results in a healthier life style, and so the improvements build. Patients do have to do their share regarding the weight loss—but with balanced hormones, it is no longer like pushing a ball up a hill. The person feels better, so feels like exercising and more importantly, feels great afterward.” “Everyone remarks on the deep, refreshing quality of sleep with progesterone,” Dr. Becker stated. Her passion is apparent, her love of people obvious and her desire to improve the quality of life for all people, regardless of age, admirable. Dr. Becker is a true testament of the doctor who takes a dose of her own medicine!

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Camber, Caster and Toe: Optimize Your Alignment

By Rusty Belden, President Belden’s Automotive & Tires (210) 494-0017

i Rusty Belden here for our family at Belden’s Automotive & Tires. Back to school is here and additional driving is a necessity. While running your summer errands have you noticed your vehicle pulling one side to another? This may be due to your vehicle being out of alignment. The most important reason to keep your vehicle aligned, you ask? If you keep driving when your vehicle is out of alignment your tires may wear unevenly because as your vehicle is pulling to one side, you must steer it back to drive straight, causing the outside of the tire to wear faster. There are many reasons your vehicle gets out of alignment:

hitting a curb is the most common reason and happens to even the most cautious of drivers. Another reason is those pesky potholes we have all driven into one time or another. However, alignment issues doesn’t have to be because of a damaging occurrence, it can happen with the regular bumps and bangs of regular everyday driving. Constantly driving the same route to drop off the kids, or get to work each morning will add up and take your vehicle out of alignment. Maintaining proper alignment is important to protecting both your vehicle’s tire life and your safety.

Brook Hollow Library News By Tapley Trudell Adult Service Librarian Brook Hollow Branch Library 210-496-6315 t is autumn again. The children are back in school. The leaves are changing colors – maybe not local leaves, but leaves nonetheless. Even here in San Antonio, the temperatures are getting cooler, and at the Brook Hollow Library autumn means it’s time for another book sale. The sale is a semi-annual event sponsored by the Friends of the San Antonio Library, Brook Hollow branch. This fall the sale will be on Saturday, October 10 from 10 am to 5 pm in the Brook Hollow Library meeting room. There will be several thousand books on offer, along with some DVDs and CDs. Most books are priced at $1.00. Children’s books are typically $1 for hardcovers and $.50 for paperbacks. DVDs

go for $1 for a single movie or sets for $6. Music CDs are $1 and audiobooks can be had for $5 and under. All proceeds from the sale are used for materials and projects at Brook Hollow. Past sales have paid for new toys to be used during infant and toddler story times. Special programs like toddler dance parties, puppet shows, and a preschool drum circle have also been funded by book sale revenue. Donations of items to sell are collected year round, and can be brought to the branch checkout desk. Tax receipts are available on request. Please note that donations should be in reasonable condition, and the following items are not accepted: computer books, text books, encyclopedias, magazines, video cassettes, or audio cassettes. To join the Friends (and help with the sale!) please pick up a membership envelope at the Brook Hollow Library.

Wheel alignments ensure that all four wheels are consistent and are optimized for maximum contact with the surface of the road. The way a wheel is oriented on your car is broken down to three major components; camber, caster, and toe. Camber angle is the measure in degrees of the difference between the wheels vertical alignment perpendicular to the surface. Caster is deﬁned as the angle created by the steering pivot point from the front to back of the vehicle. Toe represents the angle derived from pointing the tires inward or outward from a top-down view. Belden’s Automotive & Tires can use the latest equipment and technology to perform a FREE Alignment Inspection. Whether you are driving a few miles to take the kiddos to school or hundreds of miles in your daily commute – call us today to check your vehicle to ensure the longevity of your vehicle and the safety of your driving. Belden’s Automotive & Tires is your dealer alternative!

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Submitted By Elizabeth Pirtle radley Middle School is pleased to announce that Mr. Michael Bailey earned the Leader of the Year award from the teacher’s organization, Texas Classroom Teacher Association. Bailey was selected for an interactive program he created to teach South Texas elementary students about Texas History. Bailey arranged to have a 186 year old cabin – known as the Mill Springs Cabin-moved from Kentucky to the Bradley campus. Bradley’s seventh grade students serve as docents, telling elementary students about the exhibits and answering questions. More than 50,000 students have visited the cabin as part of full-day trips since the program’s inception in 1999. “Mr. Bailey has created an effective tool for helping both elementary and middle school students understand the value and importance of our Texas history through re-enactments, primary source documents, authentic artifacts, and opportunities to

Submitted By Jason Gordon s summer draws to a close, backto-school season is in full effect. Remember to safely share the roads with school buses, pedestrians and bicyclists, and provide children with the necessary knowledge to stay safe at school. “It’s important for our students to be made aware of safety rules when riding school buses,” said Gus Rodriguez, Transportation Director. “It’s always good, especially after summer break, to remind students of the bus safety rules for their protection. As parents, guardians and members of the community, we ask that you do your part to keep our children safe during the 2015-16 school year.” Parents of Comal I.S.D. Students, please encourage your children to follow these school bus safety tips.

•Don’t play with the e m e rg e n c y exits, and don’t block them with backpacks or bags. If there’s an emergency, listen to the driver and follow instructions. •Don’t stand up to get off the bus until the bus has come

Waiting for the Bus: •Arrive at the bus stop a few minutes early so you won’t have to run across the road or rush to catch the bus.

•Stay away from the curb while waiting for the bus. •Wait until the school bus has stopped all trafﬁc before stepping out onto the road. Never run after the school bus if it has already left the bus stop. •Don’t push getting on or off the school bus. Be patient and wait your turn. Use the handrail, especially if the stairs are slick from rain. •Many buses have a yellow bar that swings out from the front of the bus, but if not, remember to walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing so that the school bus driver can see you. Riding the Bus: •After getting onto the bus, ﬁnd a seat quickly. •Don’t rough-house while riding the bus. Doing so can distract the bus driver and cause accidents. •When the school bus is moving, always stay in your assigned seat. Never put your head, arms or hands out of the window.

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experience the lives of our ancestors”, the nominations letter said, adding that the program is more than a school activity for Bailey. He works on the cabin project year round and during his conference period. He’s often seen moving the grass, spraying for bees, or giving personal tours to the community. The awards committee, made up of TCTA members from across the state, commended Bailey for going above and beyond his responsibilities as a teacher to create a unique learning environment for students. “The Mill Springs Cabin project is impressive. The 16 year success of this program is a testament to this teacher’s dedication and leadership,” said Melissa Davis, a TCTA district director and awards judge. Mr. Bailey exempliﬁes the caliber of teachers at Bradley. His colleagues are all proud of him.

in front of the yellow swing bar. Make sure the bus driver sees and signals you before you cross the road. •If you drop something on the ground near the bus, don’t go back for it. Wait until the bus has gone to retrieve it.

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By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 olunteering is something many plan Hill Retirement Community and to do once they retire. It is rewarding, Independence Village, I often meet seniors as it makes you feel like you are who share their personal experiences with accomplishing something by giving back regard to volunteering. They share now it and helping people. Volunteering also gives keeps them engaged, active, and focused the opportunity to meet people, make new on the things that really matter, and in most friends and get out of the house. Besides cases, is something are very passionate having the time to volunteer, retirees can about. also have the experience and skills that are One of our Independence Hill residents of great value. has volunteered since her high school days. As Executive Director of Independence She currently ﬁnds great joy sharing her

Investing In Agreement With Your Beliefs By Eric Zeitler Client Centric Wealth Management (210) 807-7599 o your investment choices reﬂect world’s richest men and most respected your outlook? Are they in agreement philanthropists. Believing that “every with your values? These questions successful entrepreneur is a servant,” he may seem rather deep when it comes to invested in companies that did no harm and deciding what to buy or sell, but some great which reﬂected his conviction that “success investors have built fortunes by investing is a process of continually seeking answers according to the ethical, moral and spiritual to new questions.”1 Warren Buffett leaps to mind as another tenets that guide their lives. example. The “Oracle of Omaha” is worth Sir John Templeton stands out as an example. Born and raised in a small $70 billion, and Berkshire Hathaway’s Tennessee town, he became one of the market value has risen 1,826,163% under his guidance – yet he still lives in the same

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time at our Assisted Living and also visits residents who have gone to the hospital or rehabs to give them encouragement. It is usually something very simple. If it is a baked good, she whips it up and delivers it the next day. “Volunteering fills my heart and soul. It makes me feel so good, it almost feels selfish,” she remarks. Whether you have a few hours a week or are available for a larger commitment of time, consider volunteering in an area you will find both interesting and rewarding. There are several active resident volunteers throughout our communities. Mr. Workman, sums up his thoughts about his volunteer work as an Airport Greeter, saying, “I am exposed to the complete spectrum of humanity; happy, grumpy, young, old, first time flyers, etc. It is fascinating!” One group who started crocheting

together on Saturdays turned their talents to support “Threads of Love,” making blankets and caps for premature babies. Once the embroidery is complete, Pat will put the boxes of embroidered material on the porches of her three neighbors who will stitch the animals together. Finally the boxes are taken to two residents who stuff them, and get them ready for the children. They make approximately 1000 stuffed animals per year, which they enjoy doing and feel great about. They love the fact that they can volunteer their time at their leisure… even while watching TV and experience the true joy in the gift of giving. Interested in being part of our neighborly community of volunteers who find true fulfillment! Contact us at (210) 209-8956 to schedule your personal lunch and tour.

house he bought for $31,500 in 1958, and prefers cheeseburgers and Cherry Coke to champagne or caviar. He was born to an influential family (his father served in Congress), but he has maintained humility through the decades.2 Buffett has cited the need to be truthful with yourself about your strengths, weaknesses and capabilities – as you invest, you should not be swayed from your core beliefs to embrace something that you find mysterious. Values and beliefs helped guide Templeton and Buffett to success in the markets, in business and in life. For all the opportunities they seized, their legacy will be that of humble and value-centered individuals who knew what mattered most. Today, socially responsible investing looks better than ever. Investors who want to their portfolios to better reflect their

beliefs and values often turn to “socially responsible” investments. Since 1990, the average annual total return for the S&P 500 has been 9.93%; the Domini 400, considered the prime index tracking socially responsible companies, has an annual total return of 10.46% by comparison. 3 Client Centric Wealth Management may be reached at 210-807-7599 or www. ccwmgmt.com. 19230 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 315, San Antonio, Tx, 78258. Citations: 1-forbes.com/sites/ alejandrochafuen/2013/05/07/howto-invest-think-and-live-like-sir-johntempleton/ [5/7/13] 2 - observer. com/2015/05/ive-followed-warrenbuffett-for-decades-and-keep-comingback-to-these-10-quotes/ [5/4/15] 3 marketwatch.com/story/sociallyresponsible-investing-has-beaten-the-sp500-for-decades-2015-05-21 [5/21/15].

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Delicious Shots Packed With Flavor By Tanji Patton Goodtaste.tv chool may be back in session, summer may be unofficially over, but Mother Nature doesn’t seem to notice. It’s gonna be hot for a while here in So. Texas. So, java lovers may currently find themselves rethinking the texture and temperature of that daily cup of Joe. Hot coffee still hits the spot first thing in the AM, but if you’re a multicup-a-day drinker and searching for variety, let’s CHILL! Much like the menus of our favorite restaurants sway with what the current season dictates, so we’re hankerin’ for something cold and bold nowadays that still gives us

a boost while packing serious ﬂavor. Nitro coffee is just the ticket. It’s your favorite cup of coffee kicked up! Nitro coffees are ice-cold, slightly effervescent and have that extra oomph! This innovative java is treated with nitrogen and/ or carbon dioxide and has a creamy thick head like a Guinness making it rich...velvety. It’s available in cans at some of the trendier coffee spots. I’ve listed some of my favorite coffees from around the state along with recipes for you to try at home. Brown Coffee Co. in San Antonio ﬁxed us up with their Dirty Cold Brew - the most

popular iced drink in house! The secret lies in the type of ice cube used. Whiskey fans might recognize it. Huynh Restaurant in downtown Houston does a dynamite Vietnamese Iced Coffee with sweet condensed milk and their own coffee blend--something I HIGHLY recommend! I’ve duplicated this at home. Brew your coffee VERY, VERY strong…add ice and top with a shot of condensed milk. We’ve also sourced several new iced coffee recipes for your drinking pleasure. Up ﬁrst, Caffe Medici in Austin and their fun creation, The Freddo. It’s chilled; a touch on the sweet side and frothy! A ﬂirty and refreshing, chilled coffee made with espresso, milk and simple syrup: Many thanks to Najwa Kronfel and her blog, Delicious Shots, for sharing her ultracreamy Condensed Milk Iced Coffee with us! Depending on how sweet you like yours, add more/less condensed milk. Serve very cold over ice...brrrr! For more delicious recipes and fun

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Go “All In” At The 4th Annual SpaySA Casino Night!

Submitted By Outside The Box n behalf of our Honorary Chairs, Sean & Claudia Elliott, SpaySA invites you to go “All In” at the 4th annual SpaySA Casino Night on Saturday, September 12th at the beautiful La Cantera Resort and Spa! This year’s event will feature Casino Lounges, great food and drinks, a fabulous Silent Auction and great entertainment! All of the funds raised from this Casino Night go directly to providing spay and neutering services at little or no cost to the San Antonio community. There are more than 150,000 animals on the streets of San Antonio and many of them are not spayed or neutered so thousands of unwanted puppies and kittens continue to be born each year and wander the streets. The ﬁrst step towards San Antonio to becoming a No Kill city is to Spay and Neuter. Established in 1997, SpaySA is a 501c3 organization that had provided ongoing programs such as no or low-cost spay/ neutering services, a pet wellness clinic and education outreach services to areas with the greatest stray animal population. As the largest spay/neuter clinic in San Antonio, SpaySA has performed over 148,000 surgeries and has helped tens of thousands of dog and cats each year. SpaySA is the community leader in providing and promoting accessible subsidized services for dogs and cats in San Antonio and Bexar County and all of the funds raised from Casino Night go directly to the organization!

This year’s event will feature Casino Lounges, great food and drinks, a fabulous Silent Auction and great entertainment!

Casino Night began in 2012 with SpaySA’s very own Executive Director, Cathy McCoy. “I wanted to host an event where we could say “thank you” to our donors and create an evening of fun but also educate people on the realities of nonneutered cats and dogs in San Antonio,” said McCoy. In 2013, SpaySA Board President, Wendy Welsh, along with her ﬁrm, Outside the Box Productions, and the Board of Directors, helped Cathy and her team bring the event to the next level and in only a

few short years are looking forward to a sellout crowd. “Great food and drinks, tons of Casino Games, Lounge Areas, Dance Music and Celebrity sightings are all part of a really fun night you don’t want to miss! And, we are so lucky to have Sean and Claudia Elliott, who are such compassionate animal friends, on board to support us,” said Wendy Welsh. Tickets to the event are $75 each. If guests wish to reserve a table plus added beneﬁts – tables for ten are available at $1,600. This event does sell out, so be sure to get your

tickets early at www.SpaySA.org. So, join us for this year’s Casino Night – where you can be sure to have a fun ﬁlled evening!!

ACDC Holding Auditions For Annual Nutcracker Submitted By Yvonne Correa he 2015-2016 Alamo City Dance Company will be holding auditions for their annual Nutcracker performance on Saturday, September 12, 2015, from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Dancers ages 5-12 years of age will audition from 2:30-4:00 p.m., and dancers ages 13+ will audition from 4-5:30 p.m. Please arrive 30 minutes before your audition time to complete registration forms. Auditions will take place at the San Antonio School for the Performing Arts’ brand new facility located at 11210 Disco St. The Alamo City Dance Company’s production of The Nutcracker, now in its 24th year and the longest running Nutcracker

in San Antonio, boasts approximately 100 dancers in 160 roles danced by San Antonians with the exception of the guest artists. The Alamo City Dance Company, founded by Nancy Grossenbacher and Scott Conway, is in residence at the San Antonio School for the Performing Arts. Under the direction of Mr. Conway, ACDC is a repertory company which performs ballet classics, contemporary jazz, modern expressionism and even explores the realm of tap and ethnic dances, truly an all-encompassing dance company. ACDC dancers are a ﬁeld of electricity and a powerhouse of dance. The Alamo City

Performing Arts Association, Inc., a nonproﬁt 501 (c)(3) organization, supports the company and its productions with the goal of promoting dance and the arts in the San Antonio community. Dancers who are cast in The Nutcracker will need to attend an orientation meeting scheduled for Saturday, September 19, at 2:00 p.m. Please contact the Alamo City Performing Arts Association if you have questions. Our email address is our.acpaa@ gmail.com. For further information on the Alamo City Dance Company or the Alamo City Performing Arts Association, Inc., you may visit www.saspa.org.

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