78209 Magazine - March 2019

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Making Finances Personal Edward Jones’ own David Clapp

Telling It Like It Is Melanie Shankle

Salvaged Treasures Get A New Home

Contents 78209 MAGAZINE | FEBRUARY 2019

14 Business Profile

Edward Jones Financial Advisor David Clapp helping people “the old fashioned way.”

16 Profile

Melanie Shankle has been sharing her experiences as a wife, mom, and friend with women all across the globe through her gift of writing.

18 Home

A family decides to start over in Alamo Heights following a fire in their previous home.

Publisher J. MICHAEL GAFFNEY Editor SUSAN THORNTON Copy Editor GABRIELLE HERNANDEZ Contributors ERNIE ALTGELT, JOHN BLOODSWORTH, RON AARON EISENBERG, LESLIE FOLEY, MEREDITH KAY, BERIT MASON, EDMOND ORTIZ, AL RENDON, JASON ROBERTS, MARTIN WADDY Graphic Design TAMARA HOOKS, MARIA JENICEK Online Media TUESDAY SHAW, MICHELLE MILES Advertising Sales CINDY JENNINGS, PATRICIA MCGRATH EDDIE ROMERO Media Coordinator CYNTHIA CUNNINGHAM

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Neighborhood News School News

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Community Calendar

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Community Leader

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Wine & Dine

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Restaurant Guide Church Directory Outside ‘09

Arts & Entertainment Calendar Police Blotter

On The Market Vintage View

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Editor’s Letter

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Dear Readers,

When I begin to see the mountain laurels blooming around town I know it’s nearly spring. Aren’t they beautiful? And the smell of those brilliant purple flowers; who hasn’t grabbed one and sniffed in that wonderful grape smell at one time or another? I just wish they lasted longer, but they are definitely a sign that spring is near. Many of the events on this months calendar involve flowers and the outdoors. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for that!

In this months Business Profile, you'll meet David Clapp with Edward Jones. He has and continues to help countless 09’ers with their financial planning by doing business the old-fashioned way sometimes meeting his clients in their kitchens or living rooms. Becoming acquainted in a comfortable and relaxed setting allows him to learn more about prospective clients and allows them to get to know David on a more personal level. This has been working for him for nearly 20 years since he opened his office in Carousel Court.

Melanie Shankle, the subject of this months Profile, is an Alamo Heights wife, mom and a New York Times Best Selling Author. She is so personable and real. Her faith is a very important part of who she is as can be seen in her books. Melanie tells life like it is and shares stories that make her readers laugh out loud as they relate her writing to their own lives. It’s no wonder she has over 250,000 followers on her blog!

Our Wine & Dine article this month spotlights Florios, home of the New York style pizza, sub sandwiches, salads, and yummy desserts.

Whether you eat in, carry out or have it delivered their food will not disappoint. They have been serving up delicious food at their Broadway location since 1994.

For many of you, March means Spring Break and a trip somewhere.

Safe travels to all of you! If you’re not going anywhere this month, there is plenty going on right here in San Antonio. I hope you’re able to get outside and enjoy some of the beautiful weather!

Until Next Month,

SUSAN THORNTON Editor

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Contributors

EDMOND ORTIZ Writer

Edmond Ortiz is a lifelong San Antonian who keeps discovering new things about his hometown every day. He studied mass communications at San Antonio College and Texas State University. His local journalism career started in the mid-1990s, and most recently he served in both editing and reporting positions with Prime Time Newspapers, a former group of community weeklies, and the San Antonio Express-News. He has been with organizations such as the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. An animal lover and a sports fan, Edmond enjoys being with family and friends, hiking and watching the newest sci-fi TV show.

RON EISENBERG RON AARON EISENBERG Writer

Ron Aaron Eisenberg is an educator, writer, radio & TV talk host, media & PR specialist, award winning film producer, actor, husband and dad. He and his wife, Gina Galaviz Eisenberg, have three children. They live in 78209.

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A Pop of Color

A bold red lip or a colorful handbag can totally transform your style.

Black is a classic look, but by adding a statement piece or two you can take an outfit from drab to fab.

Moisturizing

Goodbye dull, dry skin.

Hello dewy, glowing complexion.

Not only will a healthy moisturizing routine give you a radiant glow, but it will also help keep signs of aging at bay.

Top Knots

If you are looking for a go-to hairstyle, it is all about the up-do.

It is a quick fix for those bad hair days and also a classic, sleek style.

You’ll be ready in a pinch for your morning meeting or carpool pick-up.

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Bubble Waffles

Hong Kong Bubble Waffles are the next irresistable food trend.

These warm, sweet, fluffy waffles are being paired with creamy gelato and ice cream.

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Slip On Oxfords

With a nod to nostalgia and classic menswear, wingtip and tassels slip-on oxfords will be popular this spring.

Gingham

This fabric with it’s trademark checks has always been an integral part of spring and summer style and this year it more popular than ever.

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The Scoop NEW AND NOTEWORTHY IN ‘09

By Ron Aaron Eisenberg

Coffee with an Alamo Heights Cop, But Danish Not Donuts!

Several Alamo Heights residents met at the Starbucks at 5321 Broadway Street in late January for “Coffee With a Cop.” The event fulfills a commitment by the AHPD to connect with residents so they can ask questions about Alamo Heights, such as crime prevention and safety tips.

Alamo Heights patrol officer Jordan Hosey and corporal Jeff Nugent spent nearly an hour talking with the group about a variety of issues including porch and mail thefts and overnight parking on Alamo Heights Streets.

Starbucks sponsors the gatherings and provides coffee and Danish for all, at no cost.

The next Coffees are scheduled for: March 12th (Tuesday) at 4 p.m. and April 12th (Friday) at 3 p.m.

No reservations are required. Citizens are simply invited to show up.

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Ballroom Dance Annex Seeks Zoning Change at Broadway & Ridgecrest

The Ballroom Dance Annex, 8123 Broadway Street, is located behind bars Salud & Bentley's. The property sits on the right-hand side of the bars, at the intersection of Broadway and Ridgecrest. The owner is seeking a zoning change to permit the Annex to operate as a dance hall.

According to San Antonio Zoning Commission case manager Marco Hinojosa, the current zoning does not permit operation of a dance hall. He told 78209 Magazine the zoning change will not impact the three bars that face Broadway unless they go out of business. “In that case,” says Hinojosa, “if they are closed for a year or more, a bar may not re-open on the site.”

Russell Hicks and his daughter, Danielle Hicks, operate the dance hall. He told 78209 Magazine, “We’ve been here for 10 years. When we rented the space, we had no idea

zoning did not permit a dance hall.” In fact, he added, “We had no idea there was a problem until we were cited a year ago.”

Russell said the Annex is a family oriented dance studio offering lessons and social activities for people of every age.

“We invite neighbors to join us for our social dances and other activities.”

He chuckled and said, “What’s interesting is we could open a bar and a strip club with no problem.”

For more information on the Ballroom Dance Annex go to www.ballroomdanceannex.com.

Some block sidewalks and storefronts, and riders can be seen moving in traffic without wearing helmets. This reporter has seen adults with children perched on the handlebars or standing behind them as their scooters sped along at up to 34 miles per hour.

Until recently, there were no municipal ordinances governing scooters and electric bikes to promote the health and safety of riders while protecting pedestrians and others.

But that’s changing.

Last October San Antonio City Council enacted a sixmonth pilot program governing scooters and e-bikes. In December, Olmos Park imposed regulations on scooter riders and the companies that lease them. The City of Alamo Heights is expected to consider an ordinance regulating e-bikes and scooters.

1206 Nacogdoches Flattened for New Office Building

Big changes are coming to the intersection of Nacogdoches and Broadway.

The building at 1206 Nacogdoches, next to Lincoln Heights Animal Hospital, is gone. It was demolished in January 2019 to make room for a new office building, according to an Oak Park Northwood Neighborhood Association board member. Early plans had contemplated a restaurant at that location, but plans have changed.

Developer Luis Oseguera Kernion’s company, Prize Permanent Holdings, LLC, purchased the property in 2017.

Bexar County appraised the site at $416,600.

Kernion, who lives in Alamo Heights, had told 78209 Magazine “he is committed to respecting the character of the neighborhood.”

Paesano’s Restaurant Turning 50!

Scooters Everywhere

Almost everywhere folks look these days there are electric scooters and bikes either parked, being ridden, or seemingly abandoned. They appeared almost overnight.

Paesanos at Lincoln Heights, 555 E. Basse Road, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. This landmark Italian restaurant originally opened in 1969. Paesano’s has been a neighborhood fixture and preferred restaurant for celebrating special events with friends and family. They are known for their delicious Italian dining, signature dish - the Shrimp Paesano, and extensive wine list. To celebrate they are now offering a 50th-anniversary edition of their Cabernet Sauvignon, a classic wine that pairs deliciously with most everything on the menu! www.78209magazine.com | 13

The Scoop

Lila Cockrell Very Much Engaged at Age 97

For former San Antonio mayor Lila Cockrell, writing her new book - Love Deeper Than a River – was a labor of love.

I recently visited with her at her home in Alamo Heights.

We chatted in her living room, surrounded by original art, unique pieces of furniture, and one gorgeous Siamese cat she

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named YumYum. “He’s my companion.”

At age 97, Cockrell said, “Life is good. I’m a little slower. I have to use my friend here to get around, (pointing to her walker). But that’s ok.

“I’d been thinking about writing a book. Many of my friends were encouraging me to do so, too,” Cockrell said.

So, she started by writing out long-hand her recollections about the city and her years as a city councilmember, mayor, and community leader. She switched to a computer, but, as Cockrell told me, “I never took typing, so it was slow going, hunt and peck. I just wasn’t organized enough, until someone put me together with Catherine Nixon Cooke.”

Cooke is an accomplished author and former executive director of San Antonio’s Mind Science Foundation. “She helped me bring it all together, to make sense of all my notes. She’s a wonderful writer.”

As we talked, Cockrell recalled her election to city council in 1975, she served three terms on council, followed by four terms as Mayor. About becoming mayor, "As an individual, I was just thrilled to have this opportunity and I did have some pride in breaking new ground for other women.”

She’s thinking of writing a second book, offering advice to women on politics. Or, she said, with a twinkle in her eyes, “Maybe a book on ‘YumYum and Me’.”

Love Deeper Than a River, published by Trinity University Press in January 2019, is a great read.

As Cockrell told me, “Most biographies are boring. I wanted to write something that’s not.” And she did.

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Business Profile

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‘09 ENTREPRENEURS AND PROFESSIONALS

EDWARD JONES’ DAVID CLAPP Making Financial Advising Personal

By Ernie Altgelt Photography By Martin Waddy

Taking care of business, at home or the office, is something we forward-thinking ‘09ers are noted for. When it comes to our overall wellbeing, developing a plan, for today and tomorrow, is considered essential. And, that’s especially true where our financial considerations are concerned. But, when needed, who we should turn to for trusted guidance and advice for such sensitive, specialized and serious matters can often leave us scratching our heads.

Since 2001, 78209 has been blessed with an exceptional resource, backed by an internationally respected provider, who knows the value of personal contact where proper planning, implementation and, ultimately, the establishment of peaceof-mind are paramount. Meet David Clapp, CFP®, AAMS®, the Edward Jones® Company’s very able and affable man on the 78209 scene. Capable, competent and caring, for almost two decades, David has brought the power, expertise, and reassurance that Edward Jones represents right to our very doorsteps and, what beats taking care of the important things 16 | March 2019

Financial advisor David Clapp and his team, Linda Heck and Sandra Murphy.

when and where we’re most comfortable – like in our homes and offices here in the neighborhood? What a comforting thought.

If you aren’t familiar with the Edward Jones organization, a visit to its website will assure you of its far-reaching and diverse range of excellent investment products and services targeting wealth management, asset sheltering and estate and legacy protection. Established in 1922 by Edward D. Jones, Sr. in St. Louis, Missouri in a one-room office, today, there are more than 14,000 productive outlets spread across North America. And, each one is tasked with providing exceptional financial planning advice followed by the execution of tailored strategies, all geared towards achieving their client’s goals, long-range or otherwise. As evidenced by its growth and longevity, the greater Edward Jones family has been quite successful with its business model – part of which involves having only the best trained financial advisors. In this regard, David is a stellar example.

For almost two decades David has been helping 09’er’s with a diverse range of excellent investment products and services.

David discusses some preliminary financial plans with client, Bob Pierce.

For a little background on David, he originally hails from Houston, is a veteran and, a proud Aggie. While attending Texas A&M, he earned a degree in engineering along with a commission in the United States Army. After completing his military service, David held prominent manufacturing leadership positions throughout the country eventually ending up in San Antonio where he quickly fell in love with his new community. As he recalls, “With my wife and kids to think of, the thought of another business-related relocation was worrisome and, we all really liked SA.” Ultimately deciding that a career change was required to keep the family settled permanently here, David, always passionate about helping others as well as being very numbers oriented, felt moving into the financial planning sector would fit his natural organizational abilities supported by his outgoing personality.

Nineteen years later, it’s apparent that things have worked out nicely for all involved – David, Edward Jones and especially, his seemingly countless loyal (still predominantly ’09) clients.

When considering the success that David has enjoyed, several factors become obvious. First and foremost are the quality offerings from the Edward Jones Company. As a limited partner within the firm, David has direct access to a “wealth” of in-house product and planning expertise covering investment and asset management. Couple that with his personal educational growth within the industry (he has earned the Certified Financial Professional Designation) giving him the ability to accurately assess almost any client’s needs and many would consider that combination alone would constitute a winning formula. But, financial planning and advisement has highly personal aspects too and, it’s in that area that David truly excels.

After opening his Edward Jones office in 2001 in the Carousel Court shopping center located at Nacogdoches and North New Braunfels, David didn't just sit back and “wait for folks to come.” As he remembers, “I took my message to the streets, visiting people where they lived, introducing myself, my company and explaining the importance of just what I was offering.” His “shoe leather” approach, while possibly a bit unorthodox, proved effective.

Due to his open sincerity, he was “invited in” enough times and then allowed to explain the value of financial planning to the home or business owner that resulted in the establishment of many trusted relationships that, in most cases, remain in place today. And, he’s still known for these “kitchen table” meetings. David currently handles much of his ever-growing business (with a lot less cold-calling due to referrals) in his clients’ living rooms or dens – but, you are also invited to his welcoming office if preferred. When asked why this method can be so effective, his answer is simple, “Nothing is more important to me than knowing what is important to the individuals and families I serve and, in a one-on-one, relaxed setting, learning about each other is greatly enhanced. This process truly facilitates the development of effective, personalized strategies needed to achieve goals. And, once implemented, my commitment is to partner with my clients throughout their lives, keeping them on track.”

Whatever, we ‘09ers seem to like to take care of important business where we’re most comfortable and Edward Jones’ David Clapp definitely makes that possible. And, regarding our financial security, for now, and tomorrow, that's a very comforting thought! www.78209magazine.com | 17

Profile

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THE PEOPLE THAT MAKE ‘09 SPECIAL

LIVING A “STORIED” LIFE AUTHOR MELANIE SHANKLE

By Ernie Altgelt Photography By Martin Waddy

We’ve all heard that behind every person there’s a story.

And, when you think about it, that’s decidedly so.

Unfortunately, for the vast majority of us most of these tales remain untold but, in retrospect, maybe that’s just for the best. Are we really that interesting?

Someone in our own neighborhood who is very interesting and relatable is our very own Melanie Shankle, fervent chronicler and accomplished professional writer. For the greater part of her blessed life this gifted communicator has felt compelled to record reams of personal reflections that, through the magic of today’s modern technology, she’s now able to share with a legion of loyal followers – in 78209 and everywhere else – while having a blast doing it. You might just say that this is one lady who truly is living a “storied” life and, you’ll want to keep reading because this narrative

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definitely has a happy ending.

Melanie, who spent her youth in the Houston/Beaumont area but has been a part of ’09 for the past 25 years “loved to write” for as long as she can remember. As a child, she kept a journal. She also penned short stories and even poems. For Melanie, it was a joyful creative outlet that she treasured.

And, with so much early passion, you would think her future track would naturally be an extension of her youthful desire.

To that end, she did graduate from Texas A&M with a degree in speech communications and a minor in journalism. But as she attests, “I really never considered writing as a career because I thought that translated into having zero money and living in your parent’s basement.” She eventually opted for a job in pharmaceutical sales where her “gift for gab” served her well. But, in her free time, she never stopped chronicling.

Melanie started the blog “Big Mama,” She set up shop on her living room couch with laptop at hand and began the process of describing and relating her “life” as the delighted mother of a very precocious toddler.

It was in her role as a salesperson when she relocated to San Antonio in the mid-1990s. Then, after meeting and wedding her now-husband Perry (a fourth-generation ‘09er) in 1997, she ultimately ended up in 78209 as a newlywed. And, as can happen after marriage, motherhood ensued. Shortly after the birth of their daughter Caroline, Melanie began the transition into becoming the fulltime wordsmith that she is now so popularly recognized as.

By 2006 with her three-year-old toddler often underfoot, Melanie, who was then balancing sales work with motherhood, had been enjoying reading other’s various blogs for several years. Enthused by the new Carolinerelated experiences that were occurring almost daily within her household, Melanie too felt compelled to document and then share the same on a blog of her own creation.

Entitling her project “Big Mama,” Melanie set up shop on her living room couch with laptop at hand and began the process of describing and relating her “life” as the delighted mother of a very precocious tot. As she admits, “I figured my friends and family might get a kick from my observations about the challenges of overseeing this wonderful new being under our roof.” And “write” she was up to a point. Since going online, she has been amazed and flattered with a fan base that has greatly surpassed her initial, modest assessment. Currently, “Big Mama’s” readership numbers close to 250,000.

Her expansive sense of humor coupled with a natural empathy, all pertaining to the topic of childrearing and home life in general, have proved to be almost universally appealing – at least to thousands of other moms in similar situations. Whatever the reasons for her blog’s draw, Melanie’s overwhelming public acceptance as a “real writer” gave her the confidence to permanently leave her sales gig in 2007, move outside of her blog (which she still writes) and venture into the authoring of actual books.

And by 2012, her first of many titles (Sparkly Green Earrings, a further reminiscence of motherhood) was published and debuted to rave reviews on the New York Times Bestseller list.

Today, with her husband’s and now teenage daughter’s full support and encouragement, Melanie has gone on to produce five other “true-life” books covering topics

including marriage, friendship and the pursuit of joy and faith. All have received acclaim (all were also NY Times bestsellers and are available through Amazon.com) for their positive, humorously-presented, often inspiring messages. A seventh is in the works. And, while definitely enjoying her success, when considering her bright future in publishing, Melanie remains committed to always challenging herself to “find better, funnier, more engaging ways to tell a story.” So in closing, were we right when we said that this amazingly productive wife, mother, and author is living a storied life that many of us in 78209 would love to copy? You betcha.

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ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN

SALVAGED TREASURES A Devastating Fire Sends Couple On Quest For New Home In Alamo Heights

BY JOHN BLOODSWORTH PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON 20 | March 2019

Living Room A bishop’s bench from Cottage Antiques and a pair of carved French Fauteuils reupholstered in white linen pull guests together for conversation.

The husband’s grandfather’s spurs rest on the mantle.

An Oil painting of the Telluride, Colorado courthouse sits above the mantle.

A young couple, both in medical professions, had just packed their two children off to school and were at work when a mid-morning three-alarm fire destroyed their home.

The call sent the Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills and Olmos Park firefighters to the scene. "They were all in training at the Alamo Heights Pool when they got the call and were at our house in minutes," recalled the husband.

Because of the quick action of the responders and their professionalism, many items in the home were salvaged but

were damaged by intense heat, soot, and smoke. A call to Dan Block at K&K Antiques Restoration was suggested by Rob Vogt of Vogt Auction, where the couple had acquired many of their vintage pieces.

Determined to stay in Alamo Heights, the family rented in the neighborhood and began to look for a new home. They were drawn to older homes with high ceilings, fine craftsmanship, and curb appeal. “A dear friend found a house that had just come on the market that we had admired,” said www.78209magazine.com | 21

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Den The wife’s father’s vintage writing desk with lowered legs and added copper feet serves as coffee table between two linen covered sofas. The chair and sofa are from Lee furniture. The large bison mount is from a trophy hunt in Big Sky, Montana.

the wife. “And we did not waste time in making the purchase.”

While the new home was undergoing a restoration of its own, Block was busy putting family heirlooms and vintage finds into pristine condition. A case holding arrowheads collected by the owner at his family’s ranch was cleaned.

An antique metal dental cabinet, A Globe Wernicke barrister’s bookcase, and a Texas A&M University library table purchased at a College Station Antique store were painstakingly restored.

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soot, but were not damaged by fire. They received a good cleaning and the luster was brought back to life.

After updates to the new dwelling, the family moved into their home a little over a year after the fire. “It was like Christmas when Dan’s truck pulled up and his crew brought everything into our new home,” exclaimed the husband.

Entertaining took precedence with a new kitchen ready for culinary creativity.

Coming out of the fire unscathed, a prized Griswold cast iron skillet dating back prior to the 1940s is the husband’s tool of choice when grilling up wild

Entry A Hill country oil by Eric Harrison dominates the entry where a Belgium offertory table from an old church holds a Remington bronze and a Mission style lamp with Tiffany shade found at Round Top. The collection of arrowheads were found at the family’s ranch.

Library A pair of Restoration Hardware leather chairs offer a retreat for ready books accessed by a rolling library ladder.

A restored lawyer’s bookcase sits against one wall and vintage Glacier and Yellowstone Park blankets keep readers cozy.

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Dining Room Wallace Company Westward Ho! Pottery sets the scene at the table that was refurbished from the fire.

The tablescape also includes pewter buffalo salt and peppershakers.

A brass and cut glass chandelier illuminates the setting.

Home

Master Bedroom Dark furnishings are set against a neutral setting making the master a restive retreat. The bedding Farmhouse pattern linens are by Pottery Barn.

An FH trunk that sits at the foot of bed was restored from the fire. James Above the dresser is an Audubon quail print.

game including stuffed quail, elk, and Axis deer steaks and pork chops.

In the library, a floor to ceiling custom bookcase with cabinets for storage hold volumes of tomes, a wine bar and pieces of art and collectibles. Author Fred Gipson personally inscribed a 1956 copy of the novel, “Old Yeller” to the husband's mother. Born and raised in Mason, Texas "he was a neighbor who just lived two ranches over from my grandparent's place," said the husband. “It was my first book report in second grade.”

In a home filled with vintage collections and treasured family objects saved from destruction, the family has found another Alamo Heights domicile that keeps them connected to the community they call home.

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Master Bath White plantation shades, Danby marble and white glazed tiles contrast with the original longleaf pine hardwood floor that has been refinished. An original cast iron tub was restored and fitted with brass hardware.

Neighborhood News NEWS FOR THE 78209 AREA INCLUDING THE COMMUNITIES OF ALAMO HEIGHTS, TERRELL HILLS LINCOLN HEIGHTS, TERRELL HEIGHTS, NORTHWOOD ESTATES AND OAK PARK

BY EDMOND ORTIZ

Buddy Kuhn, who has worked with Alamo Heights city government for 10 years, was recently appointed permanent city manager.

Kuhn Tapped as Alamo Heights City Manager Buddy Kuhn is now Alamo Heights’ new permanent city manager, thanks to an unanimous decision by the city council on Jan. 28.

Kuhn has spent 10 years with Alamo Heights, including the roles of fire chief and assistant city manager.

He succeeds Mark Browne, who left at the start of January for the city managerial position in Schertz.

City leaders said they could not underestimate Kuhn’s experience and networking skills that he’s accumulated in Alamo Heights. He spent several years with the city of Terrell Hills before coming to Heights.

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Kuhn said applying for the city managerial job in Alamo Heights was part of the natural progression of his municipal government career.

“It’s an honor, a privilege, it’s not even something I thought I wanted to do a few years ago,” Kuhn said.

“It started as an opportunity with (former) Mayor (Louis) Cooper and (Mark) Browne suggested this a few years ago. Time passed, I started and learned more, I got in-depth in things like infrastructure and contracts.”

Kuhn recently appointed Michael Gdovin to permanent fire chief, a promotion that the council approved

in February. Gdovin has been with Alamo Heights Fire Department since 1993.

Also, Kuhn was slated to present the council with a draft ordinance for e-scooter regulations by late February.

Attorney Art Hall Appointed as New San Antonio District 2 Council Member

The San Antonio City Council voted 7-3 on January 10 to appoint Art Hall, a former District 8 council member, as the new Council District 2 representative.

Hall replaced attorney William “Cruz” Shaw, who resigned to accept a Bexar County judicial appointment.

Shaw was in his first term in office.

Hall was one of 13 people to apply for the District 2 post. He will serve as council member through May 31. He has said he would not run for the permanent two-year term that becomes available in the May general city election.

Hall previously represented District 8 for two terms in the 2000s. He also ran in the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 120 in 2016.

Neighborhood News

Construction has been delayed on the multi-story, mixed-use project at Broadway and Austin Highway. Courtesy photo

The Heights Council Gets Briefed on Broadway Mixed-Use Project

Alamo Heights City Council received an update Jan. 14 on the mixed-use project at Broadway and Austin Highway.

Cypress Real Estate Advisors, formerly Argyle Residential, is building a 150-unit, multi-story apartment complex with 5,100 square feet of retail space.

As of mid-January, the construction contractor Rampart had fallen 60 days behind schedule because of rain events in 2018.

Rampart now estimates completion of pouring of concrete by late March with structural framing to start the following month.

Framing is now due to end in August, and the clubhouse is slated for completion in November.

The overall multi-story project, which includes underground parking, is eyed for completion in March 2020.

Rampart has been using 200 Austin Highway as its office and a lay-down area for construction material.

But with a separate project in the works for 200 Austin Highway, Rampart is having to look for another office/laydown spot.

City officials said Rampart’s next office space could be located in part of the new parking garage once the basic work there is done.

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Visitors to the Witte Museum now can learn on the spot how to save a life using cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries has installed a hands-only CPR training kiosk in partnership with the American Heart Association.

The kiosk is located in the H-EB Body Adventure area, the interactive exhibit that promotes physical health and fitness.

A ribbon-cutting was held February 1 to unveil the kiosk to the public as part of National Wear Red Day. The interactive touch screen kiosk features a brief “how-to” video, followed by a practice session and a 30-second CPR test.

Visitors will be able to practice on a rubber torso of a manikin, giving the feel of a human body.

The experience gives feedback about the depth and rate of compressions and proper hand placement – factors that influence the effectiveness of CPR.

Witte Adds CPR Training Kiosk

Terrell Hills Prepares Charter Election

The Terrell Hills City Council was slated in February to order a city charter amendment election for May 4, the same date as the regular city elections.

The charter election would let Terrell Hills voters decide whether to amend the charter to change the city’s fiscal year to October 1 - September 30.

Most governmental taxing entities run their fiscal year October 1- September 30. Terrell Hills’ fiscal year follows the traditional calendar year, January 1-December 31.

Even if no contested council elections were to occur May 4, the charter election would still be held.

The Alamo Heights City Council on Jan. 14 got briefed on the final design for a new commercial building that will be erected at 5410 Broadway.

The project by Alamo Heights-based Prize Permanent Holdings will involve demolition of the existing structure south of the Sloan-Hall boutique and north of Amegy Bank. The building will have rear parking and landscaping fronting Broadway.

Alonzo Alston, Prize Permanent Holdings owner, said the landscaping will help to mitigate drainage around the property, which is near Austin Highway.

Regardless, the project needs a review from the city engineer on whether the project would create any rise in the floodway.

Issuance of building permits has been dependent on confirmation that construction would not lead to such a rise.

New Commercial Building on Broadway

NEISD Appoints Interim Trustee

North East Independent School District board voted January 23 to appoint David Beyer to the board’s District 4 seat, replacing Jim Wheat who resigned to be an associate judge for Bexar County.

Beyer had served on the North East Educational Foundation (NEEF) board, and has been involved in various PTA activities supporting the schools attended by his children, including the Watch D.O.G.S. program at Northwood Elementary School.

Beyer and his wife Brett, an NEISD alumna, are parents of two children attending Northwood and Krueger School of Applied Technologies (KSAT).

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Schools THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS OF ‘09

78209 FROM ACADEMICS TO ATHLETICS, SCHOOL SPIRIT TO AWARDS OF MERIT, WE HAVE IT COVERED

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Araiza Terrazas and Amalie Terrazasboth advanced to compete at the Region 20 Annual Spanish Spelling Bee.

Spanish Spelling Bee

Top: Gabriella Perdikis placed first in the Math Contest for the 5th grade.

Above: Liz Nguyen and Sela Montoya placed in the top three in the monologue contest: Witness to the World.

Under the direction of Mrs. Patricia DeMotte, several Spanish students at St. Peter School competed in a schoolwide Spanish Spelling Bee. The elementary student winner, Araiza Terrazas, and the middle school winner, Amalie Terrazas, advanced to compete at the Region 20 Annual Spanish Spelling Bee on Saturday, February 2. Amalie did particularly well, advancing to the fifth round of the bee!

Catholic Arts and Academic Competition – STREAM Contest

On Saturday, February 2, 25 students from St. Peter School competed in the Catholic Arts and Academic Competition STREAM contest along with many other elementary and middle schools from the Archdiocese of San Antonio. The contest, held at Incarnate Word High School, features a variety of subjects and activities for students in first through eighth grade. Students who place earn points for their school toward the Cup of the Spirit award, which is given to the school with the highest number of points for CAAC competitions held throughout the year. A total of 15 students from St. Peter’s placed in Art Memory, Catholic Heroes, Know My Faith, Math, and Spelling. Furthermore, all three students who competed in Witness to the Word, a monologue contest, advanced to the final round. Ttwo students, Liz Nguyen and Sela Montoya, placed in the top three at the end of the day. The school is also especially proud of Gabriella Perdikis, who placed first in the Math contest for 5th grade.

St. Peter Prince of Apostles Winter Gala

The St. Peter Prince of Apostles Winter Gala was held on Friday, February 8 at the beautiful Rosenberg Sky Room on the campus of the University of the Incarnate Word. The annual fundraiser included a cocktail reception, dinner, a live and silent auction, and dancing to the music of Groove Knight. A good time was had by all. www.78209magazine.com | 33

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Saint Mary’s Hall Receives National Recognition in Writing

The 2018 edition of The Walrus, the school’s literary magazine, won the following accolades: REALM First Class, in the Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) Program of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE); this is the top honor in this nationwide contest. The magazine was also recognized as a Gold Medalist with Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) with All-Columbian Honors for Essentials, Verbal; and received Visual All-American Rating with National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) with marks of distinction in content, writing and editing, photography, art, graphics, and design.

18 other students at SMH won awards in the 2018-2019 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards in Southwest Writing Region-at-Large. Sixteen winners were Upper School students, and two other student winners were in Middle School. Of these 18 students, eight are Regional Gold Key winners and their work is currently being considered in New York City for national recognition. National Medalists will be announced on March 13.

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Saint Mary’s Hall seniors Sarah and Nicole pose with literary magazine sponsor Upper School English Teacher Amy Williams-Eddy, while holding the certificate for the Gold Medal from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association.

Up In Smoke

By Alamo Heights High School Journalism Student Brian Yancelson Over the last few years, a new sensation has developed among teenagers: vaping. Performed through electronic cigarettes, which produce an aerosol also known as vapor, vaping has traditionally served as a vehicle to quit smoking

traditional tobacco cigarettes. Recently, usage has grown tremendously, especially among teenagers, and many people are worried about the lack of real knowledge on the effects of vaping.

“This is a real health risk, and I don’t think kids know.

Just like marijuana, there are not a lot of studies that tell us the long-term impacts,” Assistant Principal Norm Collins said. “Vaping is just so new. We learned the hard way how destructive nicotine and all the things associated with cigarettes were, and millions have died. I would hate for kids to be so addicted to this that in 10 years, they all have cancer of the mouth and it was something they could have avoided.”

One JUUL pod contains about the same amount of nicotine as a pack of cigarettes. While today’s teenagers are more reluctant to smoke cigarettes than generations past, a study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that vaping is becoming a troubling trend among America’s youth.

According to a survey released by the University of Michigan last year, 11 percent of high school seniors vape. Looking at even younger teenagers, 3.5 percent of eighth graders in the United States vape, and most young people see vaping as harmless (According to a Kathleen Raven article in Yale Medicine, Sept. 13, 2018).

There are various e-cigarette companies but the most popular is JUUL Labs, which has captured about 72 percent of the market share since its start in 2015 (according to an article by Linda Richter, Center On Addiction, October 2018).

JUULs are incredibly small and they look like flash drives, making them easy to conceal and carry around. Along with their small size, JUUL sells many different flavored “pods,” which are tiny packets that contain nicotine and other substances. These flavors, which include mango, mint and cucumber, are used to attract youth in ways similar to those that cigarette companies previously used to market to teenagers.

“At first, flavors definitely did affect me,” a senior said.

“I thought, ‘If I’m going to do this to my body, I only want to be doing it with things I actually enjoy. Usually the only times I hit it is when I’m doing homework or I’m super stressed, so I guess it’s like a coping mechanism for stress. I do think a lot about being such a guinea pig generation. We’re going to get older and we are going to be the people coming out with test results about the effects of this. ” In response to concerns about teenage usage and pressure from both the public and government agencies, JUUL recently announced they are halting sales of most of their flavored pods like mango and cucumber, as those are some of their most popular flavors among young people. These flavored pods will still be sold online, but JUUL plans to implement an age verification system prohibiting those under the age of 21 from purchasing their products. In addition, JUUL will shut down Facebook and Instagram posts promoting these flavors, and they have asked Snapchat and Twitter to ensure underaged people do not see their posts.

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Alamo Heights Cheerleaders Earn State Title

For the third time in four years our Alamo Heights High School Cheerleaders have earned the 5A State Championship!

The team competed in mid-January in Dallas/Ft. Worth and will continue their journey at nationals in February!

Swimming, Diving Prepare For District Meet

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The Alamo Heights High School Cheerleaders are pictured above at the UIL State Championships in Dallas. The girls posed with their coaches and a plaque they will bring back to San Antonio commemorating the event.

championships held at Palo Alto College on December 1.

Both the boys and girls teams won the 5A and under division.

Overall, the Mules were second in overall points among all 6A and under schools. The Mules topped all NISD and NEISD schools, with the exception of Ronald Reagan High School. The Mules are led by Head Coach Don Walker.

“We had a great meet,” senior Cate Pal-Freeman said.

The Mules had several returning stars and several newcomers. The returning stars are seniors Bella Strash and Maya Clark, and junior McCoy Patterson. Some of the newcomers are freshmen Lila Foote and Elizabeth Walsh.

“I’m super proud of our team this year,” Strash said. “I’m looking forward to seeing how our team does in meets later this season.”

The Mules tied a school record for the 200 medley relay, where they placed third with a time of 1:49.12. This is just one of their many accomplishments of this year. In past swim meets, Strash placed first in 100 fly, second in 50 meter fly and second in 200 meter fly. Foote placed first in 100 meter backstroke, second in 100 meter fly and third in 50 meter

backstroke. Patterson placed third in 400 meter individual medley and second with his relay team in 200 meter medley relay.

“We have had a great year and have competed well,” Clark said. “We have been working really hard and I think the results show how hard we work.”

The Mules have practiced every day from 7-9 a.m. The teams have been waking up early all season.

“Being a part of a team like this is a great feeling,” senior Ella Behnke said.

“It’s very nice to also have some of my good friends on the team because we really get to know each other more.”

Our excellent staff brings fun, creative, and challenging activities into each classroom.

As a Christian based school, we strive to give your child exceptional care, and an excellent education, with a Christian foundation.

Alamo Heights High School Calendar March 7 Early Release Staff Development Day

(210) 822-3213 www.ahpcds.com

March 9-10 SAT Testing

March 11-15 Spring Break

March 19 3rd Nine Weeks Ends

March 20 4th Nine Weeks Starts

March 27 Family Night No Homework

April 19 Good Friday School Holiday

April 26 Battle of Flowers School Holiday

April 30 Senior Panoramic Picture

May 4-5 SAT Testing

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At the beginning of the event, senior Jordan West introduces each performer and piece of poetry.

Poetic Justice Students Recite for Scholarship Opportunity

By Alamo Heights High School Journalism student Vivian Phillips Recently a new program began on campus that will provide students with the opportunity to not only learn about poets, but also to win up to $20,000 in scholarship money.

Poetry Out Loud was created by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation, and is a national recitation competition that gives students an incentive to learn different pieces of poetry as well as display their dramatic talents. This program was initiated by English Teacher Eric Cruz and is being led by junior Sofia Angulo.

“Trying to make sure everyone had enough information was the most difficult part of starting this program,” Angulo said. “I wanted everyone to have a clear idea about what to do so we could all have an enjoyable experience.”

Students participating in the initial classroom competition were told to memorize one poem of any length by November 30. The competition was held in the black box theater, with students who were absent performing a day later in Cruz’s room.

“The challenge I found to be most difficult was the memorization,” junior Leigha Forrest said. “Two stanzas of my poem were very similar and strong structure can lead to a muddled recitation.”

Each student with a prepared poem walked up to the microphone in the black box to recite, and a vast display of poetry was presented. From classic pieces by Shelley to contemporary pieces about climate change, each student had full jurisdiction over what he or she recited.

“Something I found to be surprising about the first round of this event was how supportive everyone was of each other,” sophomore Charlotte Bell said. “It didn’t seem like a competition.”

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As the first performer, junior Sofia Angulo wows the audience with her declemation of Franz Wrights’s poem, To Myself.

Photos by Vivian Williams

Poetry is a very vulnerable art to engage with in solidarity, much less in front of a panel of judges. Students open to competing in this opportunity put themselves in a position where their performances were observed by an entire audience of people. Nonetheless, they competed because of their commitment and love for the art.

“I enjoyed watching my classmates perform as I’ve never seen them open up like this,” sophomore Eleanor Badger said.

“I found it difficult to open up to everyone in the audience, but it was worth it in the end.”

Out of the 16 students who performed, a total of eight were selected for the subsequent competition on December 13. This competition’s purpose was to determine who would compete in the statewide competition to take a shot at winning the grand scholarship.

“To plan the school-wide competition, I began with a team assigned to me in our literary magazine class period,” Angulo said. “We met nearly every day to decide how to organize the venue and make sure all the aspects of the presentation would be in order.”

All of this organization proved to be fruitful the day of the competition, with each contestant presenting their two prepared poems in front of an audience. The event had two rounds, each consisting of the contestant’s first and second poem choices. After these two rounds, a 10-minute intermission took place allowing the four judges a period of time to compare each contestant’s score, leaving them with the runner-up and winner of the competition. Senior Hanah Shields was the runner-up with sophomore Hailey Soupiset being the grand winner of the night.

“I have never seen so much power and grace as when all of the contestants went up to the stage for their declamations,” Angulo said. “I am so proud of our school for giving us this opportunity to display this kind of artistry for our community.”

Seventh Grader Brings Alive the Battle of San Jacinto

St. Luke’s Episcopal School seventh grader, Catie Miles, won second place in the 25th Texas History Essay Contest in February with her essay “The Battle of San Jacinto.” The contest, is sponsored annually by the Battle of Flowers Association.

Miles’ essay transported readers back in time to that fateful showdown between the Texas Revolutionaries and Santa Anna’s troops. Writing from the point of view of one of General Houston’s soldiers, she vividly recounted the pivotal moments that won Texas its independence on the banks of the San Jacinto River.

“I come from a family of Texas history buffs and first became interested in the Battle of San Jacinto when we visited the battle site on a family trip several years ago,” says Miles.

“Choosing this topic made perfect sense for me.” As she aptly phrased it in the closing lines of her essay, “my name is Catie. I am twelve years old and a proud Texan.”

Catie will be honored with the other winners at the Battle of Flowers Annual Oratorical Contest, at the Witte Museum in San Antonio on Friday, February 22, 2019.

Photo by Jacqui Davis

The Mules girls basketball team are once again having a great season due to all their hardwork and long hours of practice. Scrimmaging, shooting guard Lila Kelley, small forward Dayton Flowers and junior point guard Claire Gunter work on perfecting their game during a seventh period.

Alamo Heights Girls Basketball

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Ask Roxie

78209 MAGAZINE

ADVICE FOR PET OWNERS FROM AN ‘09 PET

PET COMFORT Things That Make You Go “Ahhhh ….”

By BERIT MASON

Thundershirts These things look like doggie coats with velcro, and as a matter-of-fact, that's what they are. The ad on the “Thundershirts” website states that this product: “Applies gentle, constant pressure, similar to swaddling an infant.”

Say, a thunderstorm is brewing, or it is July 4th, and fireworks are whizzing, popping, and cracking, scaring your pup half to death.

Get out the old “Thundershirt,” put it on Fido, and the promise is he'll sleep through the noise, like a baby.

Mike's Dog Shop at the Sunset Ridge Shopping Center, sells them.

“We have stocked Thundershirts, for about four years (just about as long as we have been open). They are used for dog anxiety, and work by using pressure to keep the dog calm.

It can be described as a constant hug for the dog,” says shop owner Mike Kuykendall.

A new version has a shoulder patch that releases a pheromone spray to “further soothe the nervous dog.”

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Above: Pet massage helps with arthritis and other conditions.

Right: Thundershirts are used to treat dogs with anxiety

Various models usually sell around the $50.00 mark.

Kuykendall says this product must work because few customers return them.

“We have sold 70, over the past four years. We have processed 6 returns, but I could see that several of those were returns to get a different size. I can't recall any customers returning the product saying they didn't think it worked, but honestly, we don't question customers when they want to return an item. Our return policy is very liberal.”

CBD Oil Now, that it's legal again, the hemp plant extract of “cannabidiol”, or CBD oil, is all the rage. Unlike marijuana, hemp plants do not get one high, as its THC is under 0.3%.

Proponents swear that it eases joint pain, anxiety, depression, soothing common ailments. Dogs, and humans, have an “endocannabinoid” system, comprised of cannabinoid receptors that influence pain, appetite, mood, and memory. These receptors receive the CBD oil. Think

CBD oil products for dogs promise to help with lethargy, achy bones and anxiety, though they are not yet FDA approved.

Botanicals, on Broadway, sells dog CBD oil products.

“We have the pet treats. Another very popular product is the pet relief oil, just a little bottle that you can put in your dog's water, and you can use it for your cats. We have clients that have bought it for their horses. You put it in your pet's food or water, once or twice a day, depending on your pet's condition,” says manager Karina Jones.

As the FDA has not given CBD oil its seal of approval, I asked Kothmann Pet Hospital's Dr. Chris LaBrie about the stuff.

“There is virtually no clinical research on CBD oil in dogs. There is plenty of anecdotal evidence that seems to support its use.”

“The good news is that CBD oil is safe and well tolerated in dogs. The conditions I have seen it help most have been arthritis, cancer pain, anxiety/stress, and other inflammatory conditions,” says Dr. LaBrie.

Cold Laser Therapy My 15-year-old neighbor, Bandit Houston, gets “cold laser therapy” twice a week, and he charges up and down Patterson on his morning walks.

According to the Alamo Heights Pet Clinic, a laser zaps a stream of “light energy” into the muscle tissues, aiding cellular repair and rejuvenation.

This helps with inflammation, allergies, wounds, arthritis, and a host of chronic conditions.

The clinic states the experience to be like a warm, soothing mini-massage, that instantly relieves pain, and discomfort.

Massage therapy for dogs is also quite popular, because after a long day of squirrel chasing, we get achy muscles too.

Until next month!

Woof, woof, Roxie

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In The Loop 78209 MAGAZINE

‘09 SOCIETY AND EVENTS

BY LESLIE FOLEY

Leslie Miller, Kelly Satel and Allison Zeller

Honorary chairs and founders Jennifer Colglazier, Scotty Macdaniel and Mary McNelis

Mums and Mimosas

Good Samaritan Community Services hosted the 10th anniversary luncheon welcoming actress, author and advocate Kimberly Williams-Paisley, best known for her role as “Annie” in Father of the Bride, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, Where the Light Gets In, documenting her journey in learning to care for her mother, who is suffering from a rare form of dementia. The Annual luncheon also recognized and honored event founders: Jennifer Colglazier, Mary McNelis and Scotty Macdaniel.

The luncheon was chaired by Sarah Owens and Katie Loftin.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley signed her book and spoke to the 600 plus guests including Marie Smith, Susan Naylor, Tracee Feik, Brooke Meabon, Whitney Ormond, Meredith Brewer, Kathryn Goertz, Kendal Mazurek, Nicole Johnson, Mallory Ahl, Lynn Thompson, Pat 42 | March 2019

Mums & Mimosas chairs - Sarah Owens and Katie Loftin

Stanley, Day Smith, Ann Marie Gorman, Laura Goudge, Sharon Seal, Delaina Harrison, Annalese Smolik, Elizabeth Raney, Michelle Reel, Raven Labatt, Vikki Price-Mangal, Jessica Berg, Angel Myers, Evelyn Williams, Heather de Rojas, Ashley Feik Campbell, Lisa Wolff and Betty Venson.

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Sidney and Kaye Wilkins, MD

Wendell England and Andrea Wollenzin

Installation of Officers

A joint installation of officers was held in early January for newly installed Adam Ratner, MD, 2019 Bexar County Medical Society (BCMS) president and Kelly King, 2019 Bexar County Medical Society Alliance (BCMSA) president. Dr. Ratner and his wife Varda Ratner greeted over 500 guests and welcomed them to the installation and dinner. BCMS CEO and executive director Steve Fitzer emceed the evening and oversaw the program which included recognition of several physicians. The BCMS Distinguished Service Award was presented to Marvin Forland, MD, who was accompanied by his wife Ellinor Forland, and the Golden Aesculapius Lifetime Service Award Honorees included David P. Green, MD, accompanied by his wife Carmelita and Varda and Adam Ratner, MD daughter Karen Green Pirinelli; and Manuel Quiùones, MD, who’s friends and colleagues poked a bit of fun by displaying their matching mustaches!

Guests and physicians included: Pam Gray, August Trevino, Sidney and Kaye Wilkins, MD, Dr. Michael Dominguez, Dr. Richard Reyna, Dr. Al and Shirley Sanders, Dr. Delbert Chumley and wife Louise, Randy and Denise Surratt, Lori Boies, Max and Nichole Eckmann, Mary Nava, Melody Newsom, and Dr. Michael Battista.

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Ellinor and honoree Dr. Marvin Forland

Patroness Brooke Bremmer, Kate Bremmer Class of 2021, Samantha Dirk Class of 2021, Patroness Julie Gokavi, Patroness Bevie Downing Davis, Elizabeth Downing Class of 2020, Caroline Downing Class of 2022, Patroness Karen Lee Zachry, Olivia Zachry Class of 2021, Patroness Cynthia Kerby, Brooke Kerby Class of 2021

The San Antonio Rose Chapter of the National Charity League

In 2006, two National Charity League members from Houston, Texas, came to San Antonio to meet with a group of women interested in learning more about NCL.The San Antonio group was led by Lynn Cunningham and Leslie Kingman. Those in attendance included Marcia Archer, Nancy Billups, Laura Burney, Sally Clayton, Pam Cohen, Kelly Fellbaum, Ellen Hill, Christy Kerr, Lellan Lane,

Dina McIlhenny, Carolina Morrell, Lisa Thaddeus, Lisa Thurmond, Mary Wigodsky and Paige Wilson.

After realizing significant interest, another meeting with more interested women was held at Christ Episcopal Church.

The original group of 15 had now grown to 54!

In 2007, with NCL, Inc. President Theresa Stamey in attendance, the San Antonio Rose Chapter of NCL, Inc. was formed. In 2008, the Chapter became a Chartered Chapter of NCL, Inc. Mothers (Patronesses) and daughters (Ticktockers) participate in a six-year core program of community service, leadership development, and cultural experiences. Members who continue their affiliation with the organization are called (Sustainers).

Each chapter promotes social awareness by considering the local community’s needs and selecting appropriate nonprofit organizations to serve. Each Chapter then supports its philanthropic service partners through different volunteer activities. Philanthropies supported by the San Antonio Rose Chapter include: The Alamo, Any Baby Can, Basura Bash, Brookdale Senior Center, Children’s Bereavement Center, The DoSeum, Family Service Association, Fisher House, Food Bank, Haven for Hope, Humane Society, Kinetic Kids, Morningside Ministries, Operation Homefront, San Antonio Botanical Center, San Antonio Museum of Art, San Antonio Sports Foundation, San Antonio Zoo, Snack Pack for Kids, SNIPSA and Witte Museum.

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Save The Date!

SOCIETY AND CHARITABLE EVENT CALENDAR Thursday, March 21, 2019

The DoSeum’s 4th Birthday Bash

THE DOSEUM 6:00 PM

Celebrate the Doseum’s 4th birthday bash with a cocktail reception outside by Will’s stream followed by dinner and a party inside the DoSeum. The attire for this event is cocktail casual and ready to play! Wear shoes that you can run fast and jump high in.....leave the high heels and ties at home. www.thedoseum.org Friday, March 22, 2019

Aid the Silent’s 2nd Annual Gala

WITTE MUSEUM VIP RECEPTION 6:30 PM | GALA 7:00 PM

Join them for their second annual gala to help make a difference in the lives of deaf/hard-of-hearing children and teens. www.aidthesilent.com/gala Saturday, March 23, 2019

The Happening Gala Diskoteka Nite 2019 ARTPACE 6:00 PM

Celebrate the advancement of the fine arts in San Antonio and around the world. Artpace welcomes all friends and supporters to join them for cocktails, dinner and a Disko Bomba party on the Artpace rooftop. Reserve your table early by contacting gala@artpace.org or by calling 210-678-4180. www.artpace.org Saturday, March 28

The Fur Ball

THE WITTE MUSEUM 6:30 PM

Enjoy this fun-not-formal evening of cocktails, auction items, furry friends and more at the beautiful Witte Mays Center. This event helps homeless animals by raising funds for the Animal Defense League of Texas. To purchase individual seats or a full table, contact Jessica Anderson at janderson@adltexas.org

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Saturday, March 30

The San Antonio Symphony League Belles and Ball THE JW MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO HILL COUNTRY RESORT & SPA

The San Antonio Symphony League exists to provide volunteer services and financial support to the San Antonio Symphony and its musicians.

Plan to attend the 49th annual symphony ball for an elegant Evening in the Gardens of Versailles. www.sasleague.org.

Sunday, April 14

Fiesta Champagne and Diamonds Brunch THE WITTE MUSEUM 10:30 AM

Enjoy Sunday brunch with Champagne and buffet style food. This event will be filled with Fiesta royalty and an exciting Grito contest.

With the purchase of your ticket, each ticket holder has a chance to win a 2.0 carat diamond!

This is a 21 and up event. www.lobellowomensassociation.com 210-495-0396 SATURDAY, APRIL 20

5th Annual Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Gala

THE VERANDA 7:00 PM

Spend the evening time travelling back to the roaring 20’s at the Veranda of Castle Hills for the Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Gala.

Enjoy the open bar of specialty drinks along with a 5 course Fiesta themed menu all while wearing your best masquerade costume.

This is a 21 and up event. www.ticketstripe.com/midnight2019 Monday, April 29

The Cutting Edge Fiesta Fashion Show MCNAY ART MUSEUM 6:00 PM

The University of the Incarnate Word fashion design students have been working tirelessly year round on their Fiesta inspired designs that will be shown at the annual Cutting Edge Fiesta Fashion Show. www.cuttingedge-sa.com or call 210-832-3219

Glorifying God and sharing the teachings of Jesus Christ we build a community of hope and wholeness through worship education, service and fellowship.

Celebrating 102 years in Alamo Heights

ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Senior Pastor: Rev Dr. Richard Knott. Jr. (210) 824-0271 www.alamoheightspres.com

Come Worship with Us

Community Calendar MEETINGS FOR 78209 COMMUNITIES March 4 ALAMO HEIGHTS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 March 5 ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING 7pm Earl Abel's Restaurant 1201 Austin Highway #175 San Antonio, TX 78209 March 5 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org March 6 ALAMO HEIGHTS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING 5:30-8PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov

Two worship services at 8:30am and 11:00am March 6 ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON 11:30am Meet & Greet 12pm Guest Speaker Paesano’s Lincoln Heights 555 E. Basse Rd. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightschamber.org March 11 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5-6pm 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public.

March 11 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

March 12 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org March 19 ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING 7pm Earl Abel's Restaurant 1201 Austin Highway #175 San Antonio, TX 78209

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March 19 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING 5:30-8pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

March 19 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org March 25 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

March 20 TERRELL HILLS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING 4:30 pm 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 terrell-hills.com March 26 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

IMPORTANT NUMBERS:

City of Alamo Heights: Fire/EMS (Non-Emergency) 210-824-1281 Police (Non-Emergency) 210-822-3321 Police Administration Office 210-822-6433 Taxes 210-882-1503 Water 210-882-1507 Court Clerk 210-882-1501 Public Works (includes solid waste, brush, recycling, streets, etc.)

210-882-1518 Planning and Development Services (permits and inspections) 210-826-0516 City of Terrell Hills: City Administration Offices 210-824-7401 Non-Emergency Dispatch (Police/EMS/Fire) 210-824-1009

Community Leader DEDICATED TO PUBLIC SERVICE

JOANIE BROOKS

From Yoga Instructor to Fearless Community Leader

Perhaps there are two Joanie Brooks.

There’s the innovative yoga and Nia Instructor. And the community activist who fights the wrongs she sees in San Antonio and in her Mahncke Park neighborhood.

When it comes to yoga and Nia, Brooks explains on her website

By Ron Aaron Eisenberg

(joaniebrooks.com): "My life purpose is to awaken the human healing potential.

“Whether it is a smile, a laugh or a reach to the sky, we all have the ability to self heal! As a Sacred Athlete and Somatic Movement Educator with over 25 years’ experience in the healing arts,

I desire for everyBody to reach their full potential and live a life of pleasure.”

But most of all, Brooks emphasizes on her website, "I am a teacher and healer to all people."

Perhaps it’s the yoga and Nia that keeps her grounded. Calm. Focused.

Peaceful. Perhaps.

But when you meet Brooks over a cup of coffee at Local Coffee, on Broadway in Alamo Heights, as I did, it is difficult to escape the piercing, dark brown eyes or the incredible smile. You can literally feel her energy and excitement for life. It’s infectious.

Prior to diving into yoga and Nia, Brooks worked at USAA, starting as a systems analyst. Her career was on an upward curve, until, “I got laid off.”

She immediately jumped into a consulting job with an independent contractor and then she went to HEB until the summer of 2013.

Brooks was born in 1956. She grew up in San Antonio, off Judson Road and I-35, which was considered country in the 50’s. Her folks owned 22 acres.

Brooks graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1974, and her dad graduated from Alamo Heights High School.

Post Roosevelt, she went to SAC (San Antonio College) where she studied computer science. Then it was off to UT Austin to continue her studies in computer science. “It was brand new back then and there weren’t very many women in the program. She graduated in 1982 with a Computer Science Degree,and that same year she married her husband, artist Larry Brooks. They were married in Selma, Texas, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a church founded by her grandfather.

After UT, she moved to California where she worked for the Burroughs Corporation as a computer programmer.

Brooks says she liked math, despite the stereotype that “girls don’t like math.”

Her work brought her to Dallas, and ultimately San Antonio.

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hated the commute.” She was working at the Arsenal for HEB back then.

“In 2004 I told my husband I wanted to move closer to the Arsenal. We ended up in Mahncke Park in 2006. It was close to work and close to my sister, who was living in Alamo Heights. I like to walk to things like Central Market and I can do that from our house.”

Her husband, Larry, is an artist who can work from home. “Our home is his art gallery.”

She got involved in local community affairs as the comprehensive community development planning process was launched. “I love our community. I am also mindful of planning but it seems as if there was very little mindful planning. But that’s changing,” she noted.

“I got more and more involved as more and more businesses showed interest in moving into Mahncke Park.

My commitment was to help the city of San Antonio help Mahncke Park follow our neighborhood plan.”

That’s when she joined the board of the Mahncke Park Neighborhood Association.

First as vice president then as president.

Brooks said, “A hair dresser’s efforts to open a business on a residential street in Mahncke Park galvanized a group of 40 area neighborhood associations to join together to fight encroachment onto residential streets. They all realized that what was happening in Mahncke Park could happen in their neighborhoods too. And, so we all began working together to protect our communities.”

As Brooks got deeper and deeper into issues facing her community, she and others realized there was a gap in the NCD (Neighborhood Conservation District) that covers Mahncke Park.

While designed to protect the integrity and historic flavor of communities, the gap in Mahncke Park’s NDC permitted front-loading garages and homes on much smaller lots than originally planned. The result of that gap in the NCD is a group of homes near the Botanical Gardens. They sit on small, 25-foot lots, with front loading garages.

The homes are out of character for the neighborhood, something Brooks

would like to see stopped in the future.

She is also concerned about commercial development, damaging the quality of her neighborhood.

Although Brooks is no longer on the Mahncke Park Neighborhood Association Board, she remains very active and involved in a number of issues, including zoning. Her concerns embrace water runoff, parking, land use, density and more. Her priority is protecting the character of Mahncke Park.

Why does she stay so involved in issues impacting Mahncke Park?

“Because I love my community.”

Her other love is yoga and Nia, a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. And she’s a personal trainer which keeps her busy too. For more on the yoga/dance side of Brooks check out her website at: www.joaniebrooks.com When she has time, she loves to go walking with her husband and their dog, a Boston terrier, named Rocket.

Spending time with Brooks makes you understand the name “Rocket” perfectly fits her family.

Serving the “Tri-City” area of Alamo Heights, Olmos Park and the surrounding areas.

The chamber hosts monthly luncheons on the first Wednesday of each month in a private room at Paesano’s (on Basse) in Lincoln Heights at 11:30. Every month a featured guest s)peaker begins promptly at noon.

Register at our website: alamoheightschamber.org.

The Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce

Helping Local Businesses and our Region Prosper.

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Where To Dine In ‘09

THE RESTAURANT GUIDE

KEY

$ Most Entrees under $10 $$ Most entrees $10 - $20 $$$ Most entrees over $20

Brunch Reservations Suggested Patio Live Entertainment

AMERICAN 20NINE

Executive Chef Jerry Toomey prepares eclectic wine country cuisine and suggests flavorful wine pairings. The menu selections include duck, salmon, pork and steak.

255 E. Basse, #940 798-9463 www.20ninewine.com $$

410 DINER

A ‘50s-themed diner serving homemade soups, fresh catfish, shrimp, prime steaks, pork chops and chicken.

8315 Broadway 822-6246 www.410diner.com $

BIRD BAKERY

A delightful bakery and small bistro that serves sandwiches, quiche, croissants, pies, cupcakes, cookies, brownies and dessert bars.

5912 Broadway 804-2473 www.birdbakery.com $

BROADWAY 50/50

Vintage-themed diner serving fun appetizers, like the Chuck Norris Kickers (chicken and jalapeños wrapped in bacon) and Totchos (Tater Tot Nachos), burgers, BLT’s, Cuban sandwiches and more.

5050 Broadway 826-0069 www.broadway5050.com $

BEST BET

SORRENTO’S ITALIANO RISTORANTE

Try the blackened salmon over spinach with roasted almonds, cherry tomatoes, red onion and a delicious honey balsamic vinaigrette.

CAPPY’S

Lunch, dinner and brunch - Cappy’s is fine dining in the heart of ‘09, serving prime steaks, prime rib, rack of lamb and seafood.

5011 Broadway 828-9669 www.cappysrestaurant.com $$$ Brunch

CAPPYCCINO’S BISTRO

Casual dining in a bistro setting. High-quality hamburgers, pizzas, sandwiches and salads are offered for lunch and dinner.

5003 Broadway 828-6860 www.cappyccinos.com $

MATINEE CAFÉ

Hand-crafted sandwiches, salads, soups, pastas, and desserts, baby bundt cakes, pies and cakes.

255 E. Basse, #100 441-4553 wwwcornerbakerycafe.com $

A friendly, family run restaurant featuring Lebanese and Italian specialties like souvlaki skewers of pork tenderloin served with warm pita bread, lasagna and spaghetti and meatballs. Plus, they offer plenty of American standards like Philly cheesesteak, meatloaf and chicken-fried steak. A delightful combination of ethnic and American comfort food.

555 Basse Road 210-600-3001 www.matineecafe.net.com $

Burgers, oak-fired brick oven pizzas, rosemary roasted chicken and award-winning salads, all served in a fun ‘50s-themed atmosphere.

6498 N. New Braunfels 828-1111 $

Gourmet American fare paired with amazing wines. Fried chicken with Champagne...why not?

340 E. Basse Rd 444-9547 www.maxswinedive.com $

Good Time Charlie’s has been around since 1979 and soon became a San Antonio landmark restaurant popular with the local college students and faculty. They serve Texas home-style favorites including catfish, steaks and a chicken-fried steak many claim is the “Best In Texas.” They are also known as a favorite happy hour spot with lots of drink specials that include generous pitchers of ice-cold beer.

2922 Broadway 828-5392 www.gtcsatx.com $

Nosh offers great wines, craft brews and small plates that are big on taste. A place to relax and indulge in some really great food.

1133 Austin Highway 826-6674 www.noshsa.com $

CORNER BAKERY CAFE

EZ’s

GOOD TIME CHARLIE’S

J. ALEXANDER’S

A contemporary American restaurant, known for its wood-fired cuisine. The menu features a wide selection of classics including prime rib, steak, seafood and rotating specials like Seafood Czarina, Tuscan Steak, Grilled Fish with Mango Papaya Salsa and Chicken Milanese.

255 E. Basse, #1300 824-0275 www.jalexanders.com $$ -$$$

JIM’S RESTAURANT

24-hour diner serving all-day breakfast. They offer hearty choices like steak and eggs, omelets and Tex-Mex huevos rancheros. A comprehensive lunch and dinner menu, too, that includes all the standards — salads, sandwiches and burgers plus nostalgic favorites like patty melts and liver and onions.

4108 Broadway 828-5120 8427 Broadway 826-7001 www.jimsrestaurants.com $

MAGIC TIME MACHINE

San Antonio themed restaurant where staff dresses up as cartoon characters, super heroes, movie stars and pop heroes.

902 N.E. Loop 410 828-1470 www.magictimemachine.com $

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MAMA'S CAFE

A family-friendly atmosphere with burgers, shakes and root beer floats. For adults they serve creative cocktails and large-portioned dinners that include baby-back ribs, fried shrimp, meat loaf and chicken-fried steak.

2442 Nacogdoches 826-8303 www.mamasrestaurants.com $

MAX’S WINE DIVE

NOSH

LUBY’S

Cafeteria-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. They offer several entrees daily that often include salmon, talapia, fried chicken, chicken-fried steak, grilled liver and onions, roast turkey breast, roast chicken and rib-eye steaks.

The entrees are accompanied by hearty Southern side dishes like fried okra, mac and cheese, black -eyed peas and mashed potatoes.

8511 Tesoro Drive 930-3227 www.lubys.com $

SALATA

A new concept in soups, salads and wraps. You create your own by choosing from dozens of fresh ingredients including several types of lettuces, chopped onions, radishes, cucumbers, peppers, cabbage, black and red beans, bean sprouts, peas, broccoli and more. There are over 50 different toppings. Then choose from one of their 10 house dressings made with all-natural ingredients. Add fresh lean protein, including baked chicken, salmon or shrimp.

250 E. Basse Rd 462-1466 www.salata.com $

SILO ELEVATED CUISINE

Silo is listed as one of Open Table’s Top American Restaurants and rated as one of Zagat’s Top Local Picks. They offer New American fare in a casual, yet elegant atmosphere. They offer a small plate menu, and there is also a prix fixe dinner option available. Signature dishes include Chilean Sea Bass, Honey Soy Glazed Atlantic Salmon, Mussels and Linguine and Chicken-Fried Oysters.

1133 Austin Highway 824-8686 www.siloelevatedcuisine.com $$

STONE WERKS

KOI KAWA

Good food and a hip atmosphere. Over 40 beers on tap, a full bar and lots of big-screen TVs. The outside patio is a popular happy hour spot.

Broadway at Basse 823-3508 www.stonewerks.com $-$$ Patio

A Japanese restaurant and sushi bar featuring lots of specialty rolls and dishes with complex and interesting flavors.

4051 Broadway 805-8111 www.facebook.com/pages/koikawa $-$$

A variety of chicken wings with lots of exotic flavors like tamarind, Sriracha, garlic pepper , curry and Tom Yum. The wings are available for take-out or you can dine in - and they deliver. They also offer fried vegan tofu, edamame and sticky rice. A unique concept.

8210 Broadway 829-5000 www.tigerwings.com $

Thai food and sushi by chef Mmonrat “Mon” Shirley in a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere with tables that overlook a peaceful outdoor garden and fountain.

4901 Broadway 822-3253 www.monsthai.com $-$$

TIGER WINGS

TWIN SISTERS BAKERY AND CAFE

Healthy food using local ingredients. Coffees and espressos; quiche, pastries, sandwiches, soups and salads. Live music on Friday nights.

6322 N. New Braunfels 822-0761 www.twinsistersbakeryandcafe.com $ Live Entertainment

WD DELI

Located in a quaint two story house on Broadway, WD Deli serves lunch only, specializing in scratch-made deli standards. They make several soups daily and have Jersey-style deli sandwhiches including pastrami, liverwurst, Italian panini, egg salad, tuna salad, roast beef and Reubens. They also have a large selection of entrée salads. Be sure to save some room for dessert as they have some really innovative ones, including lemon ooey gooey bars, butterscotch and black salt cookies and an orange dreamsicle cake.

3123 Broadway 828-2322 www.wddeli.com $ patio

ZEDRIC’S

Chef-prepared healthy pre-packaged meals to go. Meals are low-calorie and can be low-carb, Paleo or gluten-free.

5231 Broadway 824-6000 www.zedrics.com $

ASIAN

BOK CHOY

Vegan and vegetarian Pan-Asian food. Delicious appetizers include fried rice, spring rolls and cheese rangoons. Entrees include vibrantly flavored favorites like Hunan Beef, General Tso’s Chik-n, Beef and Broccoli, and steaming bowls of pho.

5130 Broadway 437-2200 www.eatbokchoy.com $ Patio

BREWS LEES TEA

An assortment of teas from Taiwan including Matcha, Oolong, Coconut, Milk and Glowing varieties.They also offer rice and noodle bowls, mini pork buns and Taiyaki.

4009 Broadway 598-0068 www.brewsleetea.com $

FORMOSA GARDEN

Tranquil atmosphere, serving sushi, Chinese and Japanese cuisine. A Japanese hibachi-style grill experience is available Wednesday through Sunday during dinner, offering certified Black Angus beef. Reservations are preferred for the hibachi, but walk-ins are still welcomed.

1011 NE Loop 410 828-9988 www.formosasa.com $ $ Patio

HANZO

An Asian gastropub serving innovative cocktails and appetizers.

7701 Broadway, Suite 124 210-826-1488 www.hanzobar.com $$

MON THAI BISTRO

ORIENTAL BISTRO

New Oriental eatery in the same location as an old favorite. Offering traditional menu with some new specials.

8338 Broadway St. 210-973-7798 $$

OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHI

Japanese steak and sushi with hibachi tables where chefs cook and perform for audiences.

4902 Broadway 822-0300 www.osakasteaknsushi.com $-$$ Reservations suggested

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PIRANHA KILLER SUSHI

Sushi, Japanese and Pacific Rim cuisine in a lively environment located in the Quarry Market. Up-tempo music with a large bar and lots of creative appetizers and sushi rolls.

260 E. Basse, #101 822-1088 www.piranhakillersushi.com $$

P. F. CHANG’S

Located in the Quarry Market, offering sushi, dim sum, wok classics, noodle dishes and cocktails.

255 E. Basse, #1200 507-1000 www.pfchangs.com $$

SUSHI ZUSHI

Traditional Japanese and Latin American influences fused into modern, healthy rolls, rice and noodle dishes.

999 E. Basse 826-8500 www.sushizushi.com $$

SNOW’S VIETNAM

Vietnamese cuisine with light soups and spring rolls and phenomenal steaming bowls of pho.

3244 Broadway 892-7461 $$

TONG’S THAI

Beautiful Thai restaurant with tranquil outdoor patio with koi pond. Traditional Thai food, along with Chinese dishes and sushi.

1146 Austin Highway 829-7345 www.tongsthai.com $$ Patio

BARBECUE

BUN ‘N’ BARREL

1960s-era landmark serving BBQ, burgers, brisket and milkshakes in casual digs with iconic neon signage.

1150 Austin Highway 828-2829 www.bunnbarrel.com $

THE BARBECUE STATION

Authentic wood-smoked barbecue brisket, ribs, sausage and chicken.

1610 N.E. Loop 410 824-9191 www.barbecuestation.com $ - $$

THE PIGPEN

A family-friendly neighborhood joint serving authentic Texas-style Barbecue. Try the Brisket nachos, brisket grilled cheese or the famous Bloody Mary. A great place to relax and listen to live music on the patio while the kids play on their playground. Also, don’t miss their SOUL FULL Sunday brunch which runs from 10am - 2pm.

106 Pershing 210-267-9136 www.thepigpensa.com $

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THE SMOKE SHACK

Brisket, pulled pork, sausage, turkey, ribs and chicken, plus delicious sides like Smoke Shack Mac and spicy creamed corn.

3714 Broadway 829-8448 www.smokeshacksa.com $

EUROPEAN

COMMONWEALTH COFFEEHOUSE AND BAKERY

Coffee, latte, cappuccino, espresso plus artisanal French pastries, savory croissants, sandwiches, soups, salads, crepes and more.

118 Davis Court 560-2955 www.commonwealthcoffeehouse.com $ patio

FREDERICK’S

French fusion curine prepared by chef Frederick Costa. A wonderful culinary experience with dishes that feature flounder, roasted duck, escargot and more.

7701 Broadway 828-9050 www.frederickssa.com $$ - $$$

HOFBRAU & BEER GARDEN

A beer garden and popular happy hour destination with hearty food. Offerings include German schnitzel, a chicken-fried rib-eye and brisket nachos.

7310 Jones Maltsberger 290-8066 quarryhofbrau.com $

LA MADELEINE

A quaint French country cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with rustic interior stone fireplaces and quiet nooks where you can relax. Sip on a delicious cup of tea, enjoy buttery croissants, house-made pastries, French onion soup, beef bourguignon or chicken cordon bleu pasta.

4820 Broadway 829-7291 www.lamadeleine.com $-$$

THE WINCHESTER PUB

An English-style pub with a Texas twist offering a large selection of craft cocktails, 18 beers on tap, wine and Champagne, and a full menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner featuring fish & chips, cheese curds, French toast, brisket grilled cheese sandwiches, Scotch eggs, and a hearty burger. The atmosphere is cozy with a large wooden bar, dart boards, and lots of large screen tvs’ showcasing your favorite sports teams. They also specialize in Soccer Saturdays showing games from European leagues.

5148 Broadway 210-721-7762 www.thewinchesterpub.com $-$$

GREEK

PAPOULI’S GRILL

Authentic Greek food with gyros, plus so much more. They have an extensive array of delicious tapas including hummus, dolmas (stuffed grape leaves), falafel patties, kalamata olives and fried calamari. They have large and satisfying salads including a traditional Greek, the Greco Roman, the Mediterranean and Caprese. Additionally, they offer fresh fish and shrimp dishes, grilled rosemary lemon chicken, vegetarian moussaka, pastichio (Greek lasagna) and their signature Papouli’s Feast that includes a choice of 4 meats, pita bread, Greek salad, puff pastries and more.

255 E. Basse, #384 804-1118 www.papoulis.com $

Rustic casual environment with lots of beers on tap and a genuinely great hamburger.

1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600 $

FRONTIER BURGER

A San Antonio staple famous for charcoal grilled hamburgers with a special blend of spices and seasonings and bakery-fresh buns. They are also known for their ever-popular thin, crispy onion rings, hand-dipped ice cream milkshakes and handmade fruit pies.

838 N.E. Loop 410 932-8040 $

LONGHORN CAFE

Casual, family-friendly burger joint with wood picnic tables, a playground for the kids, great appetizers, salads and sides.

1003 Rittiman at Harry Wurzbach 822-7272 www.thelonghorncafe.com $ Patio

ORDER UP

A healthy take on your standard burger, fries and shakes with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options.

999 E. Basse 824-9600 www.orderup-sa.com $

ITALIAN

CERRONI’S PURPLE GARLIC

Homemade soups, fresh salads, hand-tossed pizzas and strombolis along with favorites like eggplant parmigiana and spaghetti with homemade meatballs.

1017 Austin Highway 822-2300 www.ceronispurplegarlic.com $$

PAESANOS

An upscale landmark Italian restaurant with a large menu of classic and contemporary Italian dishes and an extensive wine list.

555 E. Basse 828-5191 www.paesanositalianrestaurant.com $$ - $$$

PIATTI

Market-inspired, rustic Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment.

255 E. Basse, #500 832-0300 www.piatti.com $$

SORRENTO’S

Specializing in traditional Italian cuisine with antipasti, seafood and pasta dishes.

5146 Broadway 824-0055 www.sorrentopizzeria.com $$

MEXICAN/LATIN ADELANTE

Serving what they refer to as health-Mex. All natural light and fresh dishes with plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices.

21 Brees Blvd.

822-7681 www.adelanterestaurant.com $

BETO’S

BURGER FI

A unique combination of Mexican street food and Latin American soul food. The fish tacos were voted best fish taco in San Antonio.

8142 Broadway 930-9393 www.betosaltmex.com $

CHEESY JANE’S

Enjoy a wide variety of Tex-Mex food served in a friendly, comfortable seting.

A favorite for locals.

927 Rittiman Road 210-824-0175 www.taqueriacazadoressa.com $

HAMBURGERS Gourmet burgers and hot dogs made from all natural, never-frozen meat. Vegetarian burgers are available too, plus sides like hand-cut fresh fries, crispy onion rings and frozen custard.

1907 Nacogdoches Road 858-4052 www.burgerfi.com $ Burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sides plus shakes in many flavors.

4200 Broadway 826-0800 www.cheesyjanes.com $

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CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS

CAZADORES MEXICAN RESTAURANT

CHELA’S TACOS

Very authentic regional Mexican tacos. Offerings include cilantro chicken, carnitas Michoacan style, carne guisada, picadillo and shrimp tacos and many more.

5231 Broadway 218-5466 www.chelas-tacos.com $

LA FONDA

VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA

Casual dining in a relaxed setting, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine, thoughtfully executed. Open for lunch and dinner with a brunch on Sunday.

8633 Crownhill Blvd.

824-4231 www.lafondaah.com $$ Sun Brunch

An intimate, family-friendly restaurant serving New York-style thin-crust pizza and other Italian standards.

5054 Broadway 828-3354 www.volarepizza.com $ - $$

Tex-Mex favorites including soft and crispy tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, flautas, carne guisada and burritos. They also offer street tacos including brisket smoke pork and their bad-ass barbacoa. They have a happy hour, Monday thru Friday from 4 -7 pm. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

1208 Austin Highway 210-267-2516 www.lataqueriaaustinhwy.com $

SOUTHWESTERN

LA TAQUERIA

PALOMA BLANCA

Dishes from the coastal regions of Mexico.

Signature dishes include grilled snapper, ceviche, pozole, handmade flautas and tacos al pastor.

5800 Broadway 822-6151 www.palomablanca.net $$

SOLUNA COCINA MEXICANA

Trendy upscale Mexican restaurant with a lively happy hour, impressive margaritas, Tex -Mex favorites and a colorful patio.

7959 Broadway 930-8070 www.calvillosmexicanfood.com patio $$-$$$

TACO GARAGE

Rustic indoor-outdoor concept with several different bars and patios. They serve Tex-Mex breakfast to dinner to a local crowd of regulars and frequently have live music.

8403 Broadway 826-4405 www.tacogarage.com Patio Live Entertainment $$

TOMATILLO’S CANTINA

Brightly colored decor, lively music and great food. They feature an extensive list of flavored margaritas, tableside flaming queso flameado, enchiladas, fish and shrimp tacos, sizzling fajitas and more.

3210 Broadway 824-3005 www.tomatillos.com $$

TORCHY’S TACOS

Elevated Mexican street food with lots of innovative tacos filled with unexpected ingredients like salmon, Jamaican jerk chicken and ahi tuna.

999 E. Basse 824-1603 www.torchystacos.com $

PIZZA

BRAZA BRAVA

Pizzas made in Neapolitan style in a wood -fired brick oven.

7959 Broadway 320-2100 www.brazabravapizzeria.com $$

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

Fresh and light California-inspired salads, soups, flatbreads and pizzas.

255 E. Basse 424-2014 www.cpk.com $$

FLORIO’S PIZZA

Delicious authentic New York-style pizza.

7701 Broadway 805-8646 www.floriospizza.com $ - $$

GRIMALDI’S PIZZA

Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pizzas and calzones.

330 E. Basse, #101 832-8288 www.grimaldispizzeria.com $$

JULIAN’S PIZZERIA

A warm, family-friendly environment serving pizza and Italian staples like spaghetti and meatballs, baked rigatoni and lasagna.

6462 N. New Braunfels www.julianspizzeria.com $$

CANYON CAFE

Creative dishes influenced by the American Southwest. Bison meatloaf, grilled lemon salmon, baja shrimp pasta and fajitas 255 E. Basse, #600 821-3738 www.canyoncafe.com $$

STEAKS

THE BARN DOOR

Family-owned steakhouse with Western-style decor, serving perfectly grilled steaks, delicious seafood and desserts. Ribeyes, porterhouse and New York strip steaks, plus Chateaubriand, rack of lamb, Gulf Coast oysters and fresh salmon. They have a full bar and frequently offer fine live entertainment.

8400 N. New Braunfels 824-0116 www.thebarndoorrestaurant.com Live Entertainment $$ - $$$

FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE

High-end steakhouse serving prime aged beef, pork chops, North Atlantic lobster tails, Alaskan king crab legs, Chilean sea bass and other seafood specialties.

255 E. Basse, #200 824-9463 www.flemingssteakhouse.com $$$

RUTH'S CHRIS

Upscale steakhouse that serves prime ribeye, New York strip and filet mignon steaks on sizzling plates. They also feature delicious lamb chops, shrimp, lobster, crabcakes and chicken entrees plus generous desserts.

7720 Jones Maltsberger 821-5051 www.ruthschris.com $$$

COFFEE & DESSERTS COOKIE CAB

Fresh baked warm cookies delivered to your door.

Choose from favorites like chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, sugar, and snickerdoodle.

1832 Nacogdoches Road 210.848.9920 www.cookiecab.com $

LA PANADERíA

Artisan bakery that bakes several varieties of fresh bread and pastries daily. They have a large, airy dining area and serve gourmet coffee, soup and sandwiches.

8305 Broadway 375-6746 www.lapanaderia.com $

MENCHIE’S

Non-fat/low-fat yogurts with fun toppings you add yourself.

999 E. Basse, Suite 177 824-1104 www.menchies.com $

OLD AD

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES

Delicious bundt cakes in flavors like lemon, carrot and white chocolate raspberry adorned with thick cream cheese frosting and decorated for any occasion.

5164 Broadway 233-8430 www.nothingbundtcakes.com $$

ROSELLA AT THE GARDEN

A new coffee shop and eatery at the San Antonio Botanical Garden with outdoor and indoor dining, fresh roasted brews, and lunch fare. Garden members enjoy 10% off.

Sunday Brunch 555 Funston Pl, 78209 sabot.org/plan-your-visit/rosella $$

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AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO DINING & DRINKING IN ‘09

FLORIO’S PIZZA

New York Pizza San Antonio Style

By MEREDITH KAY Photography By AL RENDON

Everyone has their favorite pizza. Some like a thick crust with tangy pizza sauce and loaded with toppings, and some prefer a thin crust with just enough toppings to add flavor, but not to overwhelm. Pizza styles also vary, depending on which part of the country you live in. There is one pizzeria in Alamo Heights, however, that has been creating loyal fans for over 20 years.

Florio’s New York Style Pizza, located just off Broadway at Nottingham, is the real deal. Steve Florio moved to San Antonio with his brother in the late 1980’s and opened the pizzeria on Nacogdoches Road. After several years making a name for themselves, however, a customer, and good friend 56 | March 2019

convinced them that the restaurant would do much better in Alamo Heights, so Florio's found a new home and has been satisfying the pizza cravings of hungry 09ers ever since.

Affable and easy going, Steve Florio comes from a big New Jersey family of nine. His father had been a cook in the army and dreamed of one day owning his own restaurant, but found his early career in the trucking industry. When things got slow in the industry, his father bought a small deli and luncheonette business near Paramus, New Jersey, and with no restaurant experience, began the family business known as Florio’s. The family worked long hours until a good friend, and fellow Italian, Nino Munafo, convinced them that life would be so much easier if they just focused on making great pizza, and he was kind enough to show them the ropes, until he moved back to Sicily, leaving the Florio’s to hone their craft and grow their business on their own.

Florio’s brother had moved to San Antonio to advance his trucking career, and Florio and his parents soon followed, bringing their New York style pizza recipes with them. Florio’s has always been a family business, and today, Steve’s brother, Pat, runs their Northwest location off Bandera Road and Loop 1604, where they serve the same delicious pizza as the original Alamo Heights location. Their sister, Patty, also works with her brothers making all of the desserts served at both locations.

She makes incredible cheesecakes, and her cannolis will make you think you are sitting in an authentic sidewalk café on Mulberry Street in Little Italy.

For nearly 30 years, the menu at Florio’s has not changed much at all. You’ll always find Florio’s thick crust pizza cut

into slices large enough to fold over New York style, along with their signature Cold Italian Hero and their Mama’s Meatball Parmesan sandwiches. The family is keeping things so authentic that they fly in their sub rolls fresh every few days from the Turano Baking Company in Chicago.

Everything is made fresh at Florio’s, and even if you are a regular to the restaurant, you will always find the food to be consistent. The only surprises will be to see what kind of special cakes sister Patty will come up with next.

The restaurant gained national attention in 1999 when the Spurs played the Knicks in the NBA Finals. Media crews from New York sought out the restaurant, where Florio’s was airing the games for Knicks fans, homesick and rooting for their home team. Steve even remembers being contacted and interviewed on the air by John “Rambling” Gambling, an iconic New York news and talk radio personality. He heard that the people of Texas were eating pizza with a knife and fork, and thought that this was preposterous, but wanted a firsthand account from a real New York pizza master. The Knicks fans went home with tears in their eyes that season, but at least they were well fed. Hopefully, with nearly 30 years of loyal customers, Florio's has taught us that the only proper way to eat New York style pizza is with your hands.

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Church Directory PLACES OF WORSHIP ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH 6501 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-9539 Services: Sunday 10:45am and Wednesday 6:15pm praise and prayer ALAMO HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6435 N. New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-828-5728 alamoheightscc.org Services: Sunday: 10:50am-12pm ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-0271 alamoheightspres.com Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 825 E. Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-826-3215 ahumc.org Services: Sunday 8:30am, 9:30am and 11am CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 6720 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3394 clcah.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST 5927 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-8870 Services: Wednesday 12-1pm and Sunday 10:30-11:30am MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 Mt. Calvary Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-8748 mtcsa.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am NORTHWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 518 Pike Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 Services: Sunday mornings at 11 am ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA CATHOLIC CHURCH 102 Lorenz Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-1743 stanthonydepadua.org Services: Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 7:30am, 9am; 10:30am, 12 noon Daily Mass 9am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ST DAVID'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND SCHOOL 1300 Wiltshire Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 saintdavids.net Services: Sundays at 8 & 10:30 am Tuesdays at 7:30 am

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11 Saint Luke’s Lane San Antonio, Texas 78209 210-828-6425 slecsa.org Services: Sunday 8am, 9am, 11am. 6pm Wednesday Eucharist at 8am during the school year ST. PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES CHURCH 111 Barilla Place San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3367 stpeterprinceoftheapostles.org Services: Mass Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9am, 11am and 5:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday 7am; Wednesday 5:30pm; Friday 8:15am ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH 3303 Urban Crest Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-0139 stpiusxsa.org Services: Saturday 8am, 5pm; Sunday 8am, 10:15am, 12:10pm, 5:30pm Monday-Friday at various times UNITY CHURCH 8103 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 unityofsa.org Services: Sunday 11am Children’s Church 11am

For more information visit www.SanAntonioChurches.com.

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78209 MAGAZINE

BY LESLIE FOLEY

Night of the Artists

Located along the iconic San Antonio riverwalk, the Briscoe Western Art Museum hosts it’s annual 2019 Night of Artists Exhibition, Sale, and Live Auction. Nicole and Rob McClane will chair the event alongside honorary chair Marianne Malek, with committee members Sarah and Tucker Biedenharn, Missie Bowman, Margaret and DB Briscoe, Laura Nell and Trace Burton, Jessica and Will Collins, Linda Gail and Robert Dullnig, Jessica Erin Elliott, Triana and Brandon Grossman, Lindsay and Jack Guenther Jr., Angie and Cinco Light, Nancy Loeffler, Amy and Ken Maverick and Megan and Tres Steves.

The event kicks off March 29th at 6:00pm with the

exhibition preview, artist awards dinner and live auction.

There will be a VIP preview of the show with cocktails in the galleries, followed by a seated dinner, artist awards and a live auction featuring select art by some of the most renowned contemporary Western artists. The following day, March 30th at 5:30 p.m. there will be an art sale and reception: This Night of Artists signature event begins with a “Luck of the Draw” sale of over 280 works of art including paintings, sculpture, and mixed media by nearly 80 of the country’s top Western artists. The event includes delicious food, drinks, and live music under the stars. For tickets to this event visit their website at www.briscoemuseum.org

Culinary Institute of America’s Bakery Café

Have You Seen the River Go Green?

The CIA Bakery Café is returning to the Pearl. The popup bakery's home (through April 11th) will be at Savor, the new Modern American restaurant that opened in January.

Under the direction of CIA faculty, students will be preparing and serving breakfast and lunch for the public, with both dinein and takeout options.

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Each year since 1968 the River Walk has been magically transformed into the River Shannon with eco-friendly green dye. Visit the River Walk Sunday, March 17th. Enjoy a pint or two at any of the bars or restaurants along the 2 1/2 mile downtown stretch of the river and listen as the sound of bagpipes fill the air.

Hippo Sized Fun

St. Patricks Day Artisan Show

Celebrate St. Patricks day by strolling the banks of the River Walk and admiring the beautiful handmade merchandise made by local artisans. The show runs from 11a.m. until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. until 8 p.m on Sunday. The artists are different at every show but there are usually booths showcasing and selling pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, clothing, beadwork and more.

San Antonio Zoo’s threeyear-old hippo, Timothy, made waves on social media and national news after sending his long-time crush, Fiona, the best birthday gift – a San Antonio-style birthday serenade.

Fiona, a hippo from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens, turned two and what better way to share a piece of San Antonio culture than to have a local mariachi band sing “Las Mañanitas” in both English and Spanish.

A viral video was posted on social media and came with a charming Timothy poem: “Dear Fiona, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, You look like a gorgeous hippo and you smell like one too! Anyhoo, I hope you like my video present to you mi amor!

Sincerely, Timothy”.

Culinaria 5K Wine & Beer Run Returns to The Shops at La Cantera, March 16th

The Culinaria 5K Wine & Beer Run 3.1-mile trek through The Shops at La Cantera with the scenic hill country as a backdrop makes for an experience unlike any other run in Texas. All 5K Wine & Beer Run participants enjoy a postrun celebration that promotes a healthy lifestyle including delicious eats, irresistible drinks, wine and beer tastings, activities, shopping and more. Eat. Drink. Run. The cost ranges from $40 to $55. This event is open to all types of runners, including teams (minimum of 10 participants). For more information or to register online visit www.culinariasa.org.

Tie a Yellow Ribbon...

The Yellow Ribbon Project is a thoughtful way to honor those who serve. Yellow ribbons will be hung on trees along the River Walk from May 5th through May 18th in advance of the annual Armed Forces River Parade which takes place on Saturday, May 18. Proceeds from yellow ribbon sales are used to underwrite the Armed Forces River Parade, which is free and open to the public. www.78209magazine.com | 61

Calendar

78209 MAGAZINE

DON’T MISS THESE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

The ¡VIVA! SA Race

Van Gogh to Munch: Seduction and Anxiety Thru May 5

The San Antonio Zoo’s Monarch Fest

Maker Workshops Every Friday

THE DOSEUM 3 – 4PM Located in Innovation Station at the DoSeum, Maker Workshops are special drop-in programs for children ages six-eleven.

They learn to explore science through hands-on experiments and activities.

thedoseum.org

Free Knowledge Tuesdays Every Tuesday

WITTE MUSEUM 3 – 8PM Every Tuesday, admission to the museum is free. Tour the exhibits,

learn about Texas history, and see historical artifacts.

like pies and gifts, and so much more.

Alamo Heights Farmers Market

March 2 & 3

wittemuseum.org Every Sunday

225 E BASSE RD 9AM – 1PM This event is free and open to the public.

Alamo Heights Farmers Market features vendors with farm fresh selections, including fresh produce, grass fed/grass-finished beef, lamb, goat and wild hog meats, chicken, eggs, kombucha, pecans, honey, gourmet coffee, lemonade, pet treats, organic cleaning supplies, seasonal delights

facebook.com/ AlamoHeightsFarmers Market

McNay Print Fair

MCNAY MUSEUM NOON – 5PM This is the 23rd year for this two-day event where dozens of art dealers from all over North America bring in thousands of pieces of art for sale. There will be high quality art for every budget. Admittance for this event is included with museum admission.

mcnayart.org

THE MCNAY This exhibit traces the development of art focused on the inner world of the human mind, from Vincent van Gogh’s penetrating portrait of his last medical doctor, Paul-Ferdinand Gachet, to a claustrophobic brothel interior by Edvard Munch.

mcnayart.org

ArtFULL Wednesday: Food for Thought: St. Patrick’s Day March 6

MCNAY MUSEUM NOON – 1PM Join the McNay for ArtFULL Wednesday St. Patrick’s Day edition.

Taste-test food and drink and hear about art related to St. Patrick’s Day.

mcnayart.org

How People Make Things Thru May 12

THE DOSEUM Visit the DoSeums newest exhibit that tells the story of how things are made. Learn about the people, the manufacturing processes and technology used to make everyday objects in our world.

thedoseum.org

Flower Sale March 15-16

THE SAN ANTONIO GARDEN CENTER This annual plant sale will take place at the San Antonio Garden Center. Purchase hanging baskets, plants for butterfly gardens, daylilies, bedding plants, perennials, herbs, cactus succulents native plants and even free plants from the donation station.

sanantoniogardencenter.org

( EDITOR’S PICK ) Spring Break at the Garden March 8 – 17

SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN 9AM – 5PM Explore the Family Adventure Garden. Be ready to spend all day playing in the kid-friendly nature spot, so be sure to pack some sunscreen and a towel to dry off with after splashing around in No Name Creek.

sabot.org

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Flower Sale at the San Antonio Garden Center

Parent & Child: Breakfast at Hogwarts March 17

CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL 11:00AM – 1:30PM Breakfast at Hogwarts wasn’t limited to just a bowl of cereal or a plate of muffins. The Great Hall elves put on a spread that rivaled any full English fry-up. You and your young wizard will make Cinnamon Pull-apart Breakfast Rolls, Thick Porridge with Cream & Treacle, Cheesy Scrambled Eggs and Herbed Sausage Patties

centralmarket.com

Historic Evening With Anne Frank’s Step Sister: Mrs. Eva Schloss March 19

LAURIE AUDITORIUM TRINITY UNIVERSITY 7:30 – 9PM Mrs. Eva Schloss is the stepsister of Anne Frank.

Listen as she shares her remarkable experiences and inspiring story of how she and her childhood friend Anne Frank both survived the unimaginable at an Auschwitz concentration camp.

ticketmaster.com

The Champagne and Shamrock Gala at the Witte

Champagne & Shamrock Gala March 21

WITTE MUSEUM MAYS CENTER 6:30 – 9:30PM Help support senior living at The Village at Incarnate Word with this gala. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and live and silent auctions.

To purchase tickets visit

iwretire.org/gal

MARCH SPOTLIGHT

Junior League of San Antonio’s 7th Annual ¡VIVA! SA Race March 23

HEMISFAIR PARK 8:00 AM Join this family-friendly event to support the Junior League of San Antonio’s work with more than 60 nonprofit organizations. Stay after the race for the post-race celebration that includes drinks, food, fun and prizes. Participants will receive medals and Tech Tees with registration.

jlsa.org

The San Antonio Zoo’s Monarch Fest March 23-24

THE SAN ANTONIO ZOO 6:30 - 10:30PM Visit the zoo for this two-day festival celebrating all things monarchs, milkweed, and migration! Receive free native milkweed and native nectar plant seeds, participate in games and crafts, and learn how you can help end the extinction of the monarch butterfly.

sazoo.org

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An Irish Dinner: For St. Patrick’s Day March 15

CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL 6:30 – 9PM Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by learning to make these dishes that feature flavors and ingredients from the Emerald Isle like Lamb Chops with Guinness Pan Sauce, Bread Pudding with Irish Whiskey Sauce, and Emerald Salad with Irish Blue Cheese Dressing.

centralmarket.com

SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART 7– 10PM Taste unlimited treats from over 30 local restaurants while enjoying a handmade cocktail or craft beer.

Explore the art and listen to great music.

Wild for Wishes March 30

THE SAN ANTONIO ZOO 6-11PM Feed the animals including the new Rhino's and sample cuisine from the city's best culinary partners. The proceeds support Rebecca’s Wish to raise awareness about pediatric pancreatitis.

www.rebeccaswish.org

Valero Texas Open April 4-7

AT&T OAKS COURSE TPC SAN ANTONIO 144 of the world’s top golfers will compete for their share of the $7.5 million purse. This year’s Valero Texas Open along with the Valero Benefit for Children has helped raise a record grand total of $138 million in charitable giving.

For a list of events and more information visit

valerotexasopen.com

Festival de Animales

April 28 & 29 THE SAN ANTONIO ZOO Celebrate the culture, food, and animals native to South and Central America.

This two-day event will help the San Antonio Zoo’s conservation efforts in those areas.

This event is included with zoo standard admission.

Sazoo.org

localculturetickets.com

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Police Blotter ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT

AHPD

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

6116 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 FAX (210) 822-7111

02/07/19 5200 blk Broadway THEFT, CREDIT CARD ABUSE A restaurant patron reported that her wallet was stolen from her purse while at a restaurant; a female subject who sat directly behind the patron is suspected; her credit cards were used at several locations before the theft was discovered.

02/07/19 5200 blk Broadway NARCOTICS VIOLATION An officer contacted a vehicle containing two subjects in the nature trail parking after the park was closed; the officer detected the odor of burnt marijuana coming from the vehicle; further investigation discovered marijuana, THC wax (a marijuana derivative), and narcotics paraphernalia in the vehicle.

02/08/19 100 blk W Elmview ASSAULT/FAMILY VIOLENCE, INTERFERE WITH EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS An argument between spouses became physical when the husband assaulted the wife; the the husband interfered with the wife's attempt to call for emergency assistance by unplugging a router 02/08/19 100 blk Harrigan Ct EMERGENCY DETENTION Officers investigated the report of an intoxicated female who was threatening to do harm to herself; officers contacted the female subject and confirmed the report; the subject was transported to a medical facility for evaluation 02/08/19 1200 blk Townsend DWI A driver stopped for a traffic violation had a suspended driver's license; further investigation discovered the driver was also under the influence of alcohol and impaired.

02/09/19 100 blk Bluebonnet THEFT/SHOPLIFTING A male subject was detained by store personnel for leaving the store with merchandise without rendering payment.

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02/09/19 5200 blk Broadway ATTEMPTED SCAM A resident reported a telephone call that was received from an unknown caller informing him/her of an arrest warrant that had been issued for failure to attend jury duty; the caller gave instructions to the resident instructing him/her to.purchase gift cards and call back with the gift card numbers 02/10/19 400 blk Austin Hwy ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS, EVADING ARREST Officers responded to a report of underaged drinking occurring at a residence; when the officers arrived many individuals fled the location and fifteen were detained who showed signs of consuming alcohol; all the subjects were released with citations to their parents; one subject who had provided his identification fled from the location; additional charges pending on him.

02/24/19 4800 blk Broadway FAILURE TO IDENTIFY, NARCOTICS VIOLATION A vehicle was contacted after leaving the Nature Trails during a time when it was closed; the driver of the vehicle stated he did not have identification and gave officers a fictitious name; further investigation revealed the driver was in possession of marijuana 02/23/19 50 Alamo Heights Blvd NARCOTICS VIOLATION A driver stopped for a traffic violation did not have a driver's license; officers were alerted to the presence of marijuana when they detected an odor of coming from the vehicle interior; further investigation discovered a large quantity of marijuana.

02/23/19 100 blk Austin Hwy DWI, ACCIDENT Officers responding to a report of a vehicle that had struck a utility pole and a building observed the vehicle driving away from the accident scene; further investigation determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol and impaired.

On The Market

REAL ESTATE

78209 HOME SALES

The following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD and North East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for January 2019.

Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS® Total Sales- 24 Average Price-$437,096 Median Price- $432,450 Days On The Market- 109

78209 in Alamo Heights ISD: Total Sales- 10 Average Price- $597,150 Median Price- $525,000 Days On The Market- 135

78209 in North East ISD: Total Sales- 12 Average Price- $322,075 Median Price- $306,000 Days On The Market- 96

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ADVERTISING FROM THE 78209 AREA'S PAST

1955 Remember Naples on Broadway…. a must visit for Italian Food in San Antonio until closing in the 80’s.

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