78209 Magazine - August 2019

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78209 M A G A Z I N E

Scrap Metal Brought Them Together The Triesch Family

Creating Keepsakes For All Occasions Memory Lane Monograms & Gifts

Contents DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

10 Trending in ‘09

14 Happenings in ‘09

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Business Profile

Memory Lane Monograms and Gifts in Alamo Heights makes things personal for every customer.

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Meet Your Neighbors

Two people find love while working in the scrapmetal business and build their life together in 78209.

28 Good Living

30 Realtor Spotlight On The Market

32 Neighborhood News 34 School News

40 Pets - Ask Roxie 42 Society

46 Community Calendar 48 Community Spotlight 52 Eat in ‘09 56 ‘09 Eats

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58 Church Directory

Home

Beautiful Alamo Heights home provides the perfect setting for entertaining for a busy and extremely active couple and their grown family.

60 Outside ‘09 62 Calendar

64 Police Blotter

65 On The Market

August

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Publisher J. MICHAEL GAFFNEY Editor SUSAN THORNTON Contributors JOHN BLOODSWORTH, CHRISTIE CUTHBERT RON AARON EISENBERG, LESLIE FOLEY, GABRIELLE HERNANDEZ, MEREDITH KAY, BERIT MASON, EDMOND ORTIZ, AL RENDON, JASON ROBERTS, MARTIN WADDY Graphic Design TAMARA HOOKS, MARIA JENICEK Online Media TUESDAY SHAW, SOPHIA BAUER Advertising Sales CINDY JENNINGS, PATRICIA MCGRATH Administration & Customer Service NANCY A. GAFFNEY Media Coordinator CYNTHIA CUNNINGHAM Intern ANA GIBBS For Advertising information: (210) 826-5375 email: info@78209magazine.com

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Editor’s Letter

August There’s something nice about August because, for families, after final trips to the beach or elsewhere, it means getting back into a routine. My absolute favorite thing to do in August was taking my boys back to school shopping for clothes and school supplies. Then we’d go home and label everything so they, hopefully, wouldn’t lose it. One year my son lost a brand-new jacket that we forgot to put his name in, only to find it a year later in a friend’s closet!

If only we’d have had a Memory Lane Monograms and Gifts where we lived. This hidden gem has been nestled in the heart of Alamo Heights since 2005. They do a fantastic job of personalizing anything that can be embroidered. Owner, Lane Hooten Green keeps bringing more and more great gifts into her shop. Each time I go in, there’s something new.

In this month’s Meet Your Neighbors, I want to introduce The Triesch family.

Their story is an interesting one. He was a local guy and she was a singer from Columbia. What did they have in common? Scrap metal! Since 2013, they’ve made a home for themselves and their now 5-year-old daughter in 78209.

Sometimes we can pass by places over and over again and in the busyness of life, never stop. But, for many, Cerroni’s Purple Garlic is a local favorite. If you’ve never tried it, you need to. Serving authentic fresh and house made Italian food for lunch and dinner. Once you’ve tried it, it will surely become of favorite of yours too.

As you begin to wrap up your summer, I hope that you get to spend quality time doing what you love with people that you love.

SUSAN THORNTON Editor

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FLIP. CLICK. TAP. The best of ‘09, anytime, anywhere.

Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Homecoming Mums

Football is upon us and so is Homecoming. In 78209 that means homecoming mums are already in the making and the bigger the better.

Embroidery

Embroidery is back!

Embroidered jeans are a must have this season. Paired with a brightly colored t-shirt, they’re the perfect outfit for a girl on the go.

Handmade Soap

These are a fun and inexpensive way to make your guests feel a little extra special. They come in all different blends and scents.

Brews and Blooms

Everyone’s talking about the 15th annual craft beer event at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens.

There are 40 various beer samplings from over 20 breweries.

Survival: The Exhibition

The new exhibit at the Witte Museum is now open. Adventure, fun and science come together asking the question how humans can survive in these extreme conditions.

Back to School

Backpacks, pencils, glue, scissors, crayons and more… It’s time to head out to your local retailer and get everything your kids need to start their year off right.

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Contributors

LESLIE FOLEY

MARTIN WADDY

Writer

Martin Waddy is a local commercial photographer and has provided photography for various stories for 78209 Magazine. The firstborn son of an air force combat photographer, Martin has been behind the lens since his 13th birthday. When he is not working or hanging with his rescue dog Max, he enjoys working in his shop fixing or creating things. As a former Boy Scout, Martin developed a great appreciation for the outdoors and can often be found on the riverkayaking, tubing or at the lake racing his sail boat.

Leslie Foley, a columnist for 78209 Magazine, has called San Antonio home for the past 35 years. Leslie graduated from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Journalism and Public Relations. Leslie enjoys staying connected to people, events, and happenings across the city. When not covering and photographing events, she spends time catching up with friends, visiting family, traveling to new destinations, tending to the garden, attending the theatre, catching a Spurs game, shopping for new treasures, or relaxing at home.

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ON THE COVER There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than a glass of ice cold lemonade.

Jason Roberts captured a photo of some entrepreneurial ‘09 kids at their lemonade stand.

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Happenings In‘09

Upside Down Is Always Better – Especially for Kids!

BY RON AARON EISENBERG

When you are a kid, is there anything better than hanging upside down from a bar, doing a flip on a trampoline, or a cart wheel on a balance beam?

Those are everyday activities for youngsters attending the Olympia Gymnastics and Cheer (OGC) summer camps. The camps began on June 3 and will continue through August 19, when most public and private schools open for the new academic year.

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There are still openings to register for camps for the final week of the summer season. Each camp embraces a theme, such as Super Hero, Ninja Zone, and Best Summer. Enrollment is open for kids age 4 through 12.

Brad and Jamie Speed purchased Olympia Gymnastics and Cheer in 2011. The facility has been open for more than 35 years. He told 78209 Magazine, the majority of their students and campers live in 78209.

Storm Debris Removed and Turned to Mulch

On June 6, storms roared through Terrell Hills with hurricane force winds, bringing down trees and leaving streets clogged with branches and debris.

In the wake of the storm, Terrell Hills City Manager, Greg Whitlock, approved emergency debris removal on a temporary basis, with the help of Kristin and Dick Tips. The debris

was dumped on vacant lots the Tips own, on the corner of Grandview and Eldon.

The Tips volunteered to allow the City and Terrell Hills residents to stack the fallen trees and limbs from the June 6 storm on their property and to provide the resources of Mission Park Funeral Chapels and Cemeteries to turn the debris into useful gardening mulch.

The temporary debris storage saved the City significant amounts of money, and allowed for the streets to be cleared promptly. As of early July, the trees, branches, and leaves have been mulched.

Whitlock told 78209 Magazine, “Residents who would like to take advantage of free gardening mulch can pick it up at the same lot where the brush is located. Stillwell and Eldon, from 8am to 3pm, until it runs out. They have to bring their own bags, truck, or trailers to pick up the mulch.

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty Opening Second Office in Alamo Heights

Kuper Sotheby’s is opening its 11th office in the Central Texas region, its second in Alamo Heights. The new office is located at 5000 Broadway, formerly the site of the Alamo Heights Minor Emergency Clinic.

“We are expanding into the heart of the Tri-Cities to better serve our large customer base in Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills and Olmos Park,” said J Kuper (Harry Jersig Kuper Jr. who goes by J).

He’s a broker and the owner of Kuper Sotheby’s International.

About 20 sales associates and support staff have moved to the new office from the firm’s office at 6606 N. New Braunfels Avenue.

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty was formed nearly 50 years ago under the leadership of J’s grandmother, Kathleen Kuper, and his uncle, Charlie Kuper. It now operates offices in San Antonio, Austin, New Braunfels, and Boerne. Sales volume in 2018 totaled $1.8 billion from more than 3,000 transactions by a total of 340 agents, equally divided between the San Antonio area offices and those in Austin.

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Business Profile

Lane Hooten Green is the owner of Memory Lane Monograms and Gifts.

Memory Lane Local Shop Creates Lasting Milestone Memories

BY CHRISTIE CUTHBERT |

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN WADDY

For many small business owners, the feeling of success at the end of the day comes from the sales receipts. But for Lane Hooton Green, owner of Memory Lane Monograms and Gifts, it’s all about the customer encounters.

“There’s nothing better than seeing someone come in who knows they need a gift, but aren’t exactly sure just what they need, then they walk out so excited with what they decided on,” she said. “Doing monogramming, we’re really a part of every milestone in life for our customers, which is special.”

From newborn baby gifts to items honoring loved ones who have passed, Green’s store offers a host of beautiful, colorful products sure to bring a smile to any recipient’s face.

Raised in San Antonio, Green, 40, went on to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in accounting at The University of Texas.

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working at a shop in Austin, then decided to open her own store back home in San Antonio in 2005.

“I couldn’t have done it without my parents,” she said. “I was working at the time, so my mom would go and take the embroidery classes then teach me everything she’d learned on the weekends.

My dad would come over to the shop and help stamp napkins until midnight. While I’m the owner, it truly is a family business.”

Throughout the years Green’s shop has gone beyond just embroidery and brought on dozens of monogrammed lines, including enewton jewelry, candles, crystal stemware, Scout bags, pillows, high demand travel towels and more. What sets her business apart from others is the importance placed on the customer experience.

“I tell my employees we are here to serve every single person who comes through the doors and regardless of whether or not they buy something, they have a fun experience and want to

Memory Lane opened its doors in 2005.

The store offers monogrammed gifts to honor special occasions and life’s milestones....newborn babies, graduations, weddings and more.

come back,” Green said. “I’ve had people come in crying on my shoulder, or people who we are creating something for that’s going to be a special keepsake for life. Our staff here really takes my vision of serving the customers and makes it real,” she said.

Those looking for unique gifts can either bring in their own items for monogramming or shop the wide selection in the store, and Green said the popular items in the coming month will be back to school gear like lunch totes, backpacks, nap mats, and teacher gifts.

“Our customers are really the ones who come up with the coolest ideas, and it’s just so much fun being a part of all their milestones,” Green said.

Approaching its 14th Anniversary this fall, Green said her store’s success is due to God, the support of the community and her amazing team of employees.

Smiling, Lane acknowledges “that’s the blessing on my end. I get to build relationships with everyone who comes in the door.”

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Meet Your Neighbors

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The Triesch Family Justin, Lina and Annemarie

The laughter of their young daughter frolicking in the backyard is a sound that brings a smile to Justin and Lina Triesch’s faces.

Their family’s story spans through the years and many miles in between. Justin Newell Triesch is a hometown boy. He grew up in San Antonio and has been working in the family business since he was 18 years old.

"I am a fourth-generation scrap metal guy," he says. His grandfather founded Newell Recycling, which eventually included the whole family being involved in the business and now have scrap yards throughout the United States. Today Justin runs River City Steel and Recycling here in San Antonio, which will celebrate 30 years under his ownership in 2020.

It was through this family business where he met his wife, Lina. However, her journey into the world of Newell recycling was quite different than Justin’s.

Lina grew up in Bogotá, Colombia. She was a university student, studying psychology when she got a record deal. “I came to New Jersey to meet with the producer, but it didn’t work out.” The record label fell apart and with it her dreams of making it as a singer.

“I stopped singing when I went to college.” She finished up her degree in psychology and then went on to get her masters in Atlanta. It was there she started working for a particular scrap metal company that just happened to be owned by Justin’s mother.

“I was the Human Resources Senior Manager. We used to travel to San Antonio to help with their HR as well.” And thus began Justin and Lina’s romance which resulted in Justin moving to Atlanta for her, but only for a year.

“It wasn’t home,” he says, “I needed to go back home.” The two were married in 2013 and have a 5-year-old, Annemarie.

Lina frequently goes back to visit her home in Colombia. In fact, the family just returned from South America. On the occasions that Justin cannot accompany her and their daughter to her home country, the family meets up in Costa Rica instead. “We visited Costa Rica for the first time 10 years ago and fell in love with it,” Lina says. “We even got married there.”

However, Lina has grown to love San Antonio. "I got here in October of 2009, and I discovered tacos." She laughs about this life-changing discovery. "I soon realized this is something you cannot eat every day!"

They love the area they live in, especially for the community it has created for Annemarie. “It is the best place to raise a daughter. I can see her growing up here,” says Lina. She attends St. Luke’s Episcopal School and has made great friends there.

Both parents admire their daughter’s spirit and note how much she has added to their lives. "I started writing down the things she says," Lina adds. She makes a note and dates each one. "She is very outgoing, and we are very reserved, so I don't know where she gets that from," she laughs.

"We started a little bit late," says Justin. "For a long time, I didn't know how I felt about kids." But Annemarie changed his life. "It has been really great having her. She is very well behaved, and she travels very well. The conversations she comes up with are just hilarious. This is such a great age. I wish she would stay this age forever.”

While Annemarie is growing and exploring, Lina is taking time to revisit her old love of singing.

“Now that my daughter is getting older and I have some time to do things for myself, I decided to buy some musical equipment,” she says. It is something she wanted to do for herself. Lina doesn’t see this as a career change, but rather a hobby she hopes to share with others. “I want to maybe go play at a senior home or just anywhere to entertain people.”

She has had the opportunity to share her talents with her home country as well. "About four years ago, a non-profit in Colombia asked if I would write a song for them." She wrote music and lyrics that helped create awareness for organ donations. Talk about putting your talents to good use!

The three love to spend time together exploring the Lone Star State. Whether they are out on their ranch, at the beach, or taking a road trip, you can guarantee they are enjoying time as a family.

“There is so much this state has to offer, and if you are in San Antonio it is so easy to get to it all,” says Justin.

Though they love their time with their little one, adult time is equally as important to Justin and Lina. “We try to have a date night once a week,” says Lina.

The family, including their three dogs, enjoy their neighborhood and have found contentment in their Terrell Hills home. “I like the small community where kids get to enjoy their childhood,” Lina says. “The world is so complicated nowadays, so it is good that you can have that space where things are easy for them.”

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Home

GeorgianEstate A Classic Home For Modern Living

BY JOHN BLOODSWORTH |

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON

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Living Room A sectional sofa upholstered in blue velvet anchors the family room where a glassed topped coffee table holds an antique Foo Dog in the light-infused entertaining space

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Home

Nestled on a quiet cul de sac, the home that Karen and Joe Newton envisioned for their growing family of six in 2005 has seen the comings and goings of family, friends and charitable causes – and the house designed by good friend and architect James Rhae for entertaining is still going strong. The short drive, secluded by a grove of lush greenery, belies the grandeur of the stately home reached by a circular entry court. The massing of the home rises two stories to a hip roof with dormers in a Georgian style. An augmented wing reached by a breezeway from the main house contains a three-car garage and storage rooms.

The airy entry is bathed in light, reflecting off the brilliant white interiors that are featured throughout the home. A change from the original color palette of yellows accented with reds and blues, Karen took her home to white interiors about five years ago showcasing a formidable collection of art that she and Joe have assembled on their travels.

“We look at the paintings and remember where we were,” said Karen. “There are very few pieces that we did not collect from our travels.”

With just over 5,000 square feet of space, there is not one room that they do not live in, emphasized Karen. When entertaining large dinner crowds, the table in the foyer and the sitting room table become extensions of the dining room allowing guests to engage in conversation from table to table.

A self-professed designer, Karen decorated her rooms – although she credits interior designer Megan Lewis with help in accessorizing and pulling family pieces together. "I move things around all of the time, and it drives Joe crazy," she admits.

The gourmet kitchen with a massive Carrera marble-topped island hosts informal culinary fetes and large family celebrations. A well-equipped workspace for an expert in food preparation and meal planning, Karen established a successful epicurean business, An Accommodating Cook, to aid nonprofit organizations in developing healthy food practices for at-risk and high school age students.

“Whatever was available in the food bank we’d use to make dishes like Moroccan Chicken,” she recalled. If there was a surplus of peas, they became soups or combined in salads.”

The spacious kitchen opens up to the family room, where Karen recently hosted her women's book club. "Joe calls the sofa our Elvis sofa because I upholstered it in blue velvet, and he insists it is the same color as the one we saw at Graceland," Karen said. "We can seat 15 in the room comfortably."

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Sitting Room/Parlor

At the end of the dining room, a small sitting area bathed in light from floor to ceiling windows host tete a tetes over coffee and conversation.

Dining Room

White linen upholstered and monogrammed chairs flank a walnut inlaid dining table. Built-in cabinets hold family china and crystal.

Kitchen

An oversized island clad in black marble is the epicenter of the home where small gatherings and large family celebrations take place as culinary creator Karen Newton mesmerizes with delicious dishes.

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Home

Gallery

Art collected in Mexico dominates the gallery just off of the entry. Begun in 1995 while living in Mexico City, the couple continues to collect works by Mexican artists, changing works in the gallery as new pieces are acquired.

Folk Art Gallery

Joe began an important collection of masks handcrafted by Mexican artists to be worn in religious and street festivals throughout Mexico from a single mask purchased by his parents.

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Moving a door to the end of the room created more wall space where a bookcase and large screen TV balance the room. Purchased at an antique store in Houston, an Asian Foo Dog rests on the coffee table. "It has lots of cracks," commented Karen, "but it makes me smile."

A painting that Joe purchased in Mexico City hangs above the mantel. A pair of wingback chairs upholstered in a raw silk fabric dominated by large butterflies adds whimsy to the setting.

An upholstered bench can be pulled up for additional seating.

Raised in Guatemala, Columbia, Mexico City, and Venezuela and now an international attorney, Joe continues to travel to Mexico City where his passion for collecting art began as a young man. He has amassed an extraordinary collection of native masks.

The first mask that Joe received belonged to his parents purchased in Guatemala. In 1995 his collecting really began. “I’d go around Mexico City where I found my favorite places that had a quality selection of festival masks,” explained Joe. The Bazar Sabado, a shop owned by a family who have written books on Mexican Festival Masks – became his primary place to scout for the unusual.

“Native Indians carve the masks to wear in their festivals,” Joe said. “These are ‘mascaras dancando’ or hand-carved masks that were not for the tourist trade.”

Joe's collection resides in a third-floor study where glass-paned doors lead to a balcony that Karen added several years ago. "The view is absolutely amazing with fireworks displays seen in every direction on holidays," Karen explained. A black wrought iron spiral staircase leads down to a second-story balcony and the covered porch on the houses' main level. "I had the staircase put in while Joe was away on a business trip," Karen mused.

"When he came home and saw the staircase, he said, ‘I thought we had just talked about a staircase.'

I drive him crazy!"

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Guest Bathroom

A majolica vase purchased at Vogt Auction adds floral flourishes to the guest bath where exotic birds reside on flower-laden branches featured in the silk wallpaper. A Vintage French brass gilt mirror and crystal and brass sconces illuminate the setting.

Guest Bedroom

A vintage figural lamp from Karen’s grandmother’s Long island home rests on a nightstand between a pair of beds with linen upholstered headboards, gold damask pillows and coverlets and white linen spreads.

A Franco Mondini oil graces the room.

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Good Living

Ceiling fans can make a room feel 4 or 5 degrees cooler, allowing homeowners to set thermostats higher, saving up to 30 percent on electric bills.

Stay Cool Clever Ways to Keep Your Home Cooler and Lower Your Energy Bills this Summer There are many things homeowners can do to keep their homes cooler every summer. Investing in products that increase your home’s energy efficiency will save you you from exorbitant electric bills for years to come.

Here are the products and services most recommended by experts:

CEILING FANS Ceiling fans don’t actually reduce the temperature of a room. However, the air they circulate makes the room they are installed in feel 4 or 5 degrees cooler. This allows you to set the thermostat to the recommended 76 degrees and keep it there more often...saving you up to 30 percent on your electric bill.

BLINDS/SHUTTERS Blinds and shutters keep your home from getting hot in the first place. Install blinds or shutters so heat is reflected back out of the windows before penetrating your rooms. Houses without adequate window covering are essentially just big green houses.

WINDOW TINT Window tinting is like putting sunglasses on your windows. UV light (which is the source of heat) is filtered out. Not only does window tinting keep your home cooler, but it also protects your hardwod floors, artwork, rugs and furniture from fading.

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Air conditioners that are not well maintained work harder to cool your home. Annual maintenance can lower utility bills and extend the life of your unit.

INSULATION/RADIANT BARRIER If your attic is improperly insulated - you might as well be living under a heated blanket. In summer, the temperature in attics in South and Central Texas can exceed 120 degrees. Radiant barrier insulation materials reflect the heat trying to enter your home and can lower the the temperature of your attic by 20 - 30 percent.

AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE An air conditioning unit that is not well maintained has to work harder to cool your home. This can greatly increase your monthly electric bills. Having your air conditioner serviced once a year is highly recommended to extend the life of the unit and increase its efficiency.

An expert HVAC technician will check your indoor and outdoor components to make sure there is no strain on the copper coolant tubes and electrical lines, clean the fan, fix bent or crushed fins, unclog condensation drains, change air filters, replace worn belts, and more.

SMALLER THINGS YOU CAN DO Another way to keep your home cooler is to create shade...install retractable awnings over french or sliding glass doors and plant plenty of trees that will shade the windows around your home. Lower the blinds, close the curtains, and vent your garage in the late afternoon by opening the door slightly to let heat escape and turning on overhead or box fans.

LOCAL RESOURCES

Texas Shade Factory 4026 McCullough San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 732-4074 texasshadefactory.com

Stevens Lighting 10215 McCullough San Antonio, TX. 78216 210-344-8400 stevenslighting.com

Top: Radiant Barrier Insulation has been installed in an attic Above: An overhead fan helps keep the temperature in the garage from soaring

Riteway Service Company 9010 Broadway San Antonio, TX. 78217 210-308-8880 Rite way-sa.com

Alamo Blinds Shades & Shutters 1110 Basse Road San Antonio, TX (210) 599-8887 alamoblinds.net

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Realtor Spotlight ®

On The Market

78209 Home Sales Tracie Hasslocher

Tracie moved to San Antonio in 1983. After working in the legal field for 25 years, she decided to obtain her real estate license.

Located in the 78209 area on Crownhill Blvd., Tracie has sold residential properties and land since 2005 in Bexar County and South Texas. She opened her own company in 2007 to better serve her clients.

Confidentiality, professionalism, and trust are just a few of the qualities she strives to achieve with every client she helps.

Tracie has been actively involved at the San Antonio Board of Realtors and currently is serving on the Board of Directors.

Her memberships and designations include:

Masters Degree in Residential Real Estate, Marketing and Broker Management National Board of Realtors ® Texas Realtors ® San Antonio Board of Realtors ® Accredited Buyer’s Representative Certified Real Estate Probate Specialist Certified Residential Specialist

TRACIE HASSLOCHER REALTOR ®/BROKER/OWNER, MRE, BA, ABR, CRS, GRI, 8520 Crownhill Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78209 Office: 210-568-9595 Cell: 210-863-2629 www.hasslocherrealestate.com

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The following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD and North East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for June Total Sales- 47 Average Price-$644,015 Median Price- $490,000 Days On The Market- 83

78209 in Alamo Heights ISD: Total Sales-30 Average Price - $798,938 Median Price - $$610,000 Days On The Market- 60 78209 in North East ISD: Total Sales-16 Average Price - $375,554 Median Price - $368,235 Days On The Market - 123

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Neighborhood News

City Updates from Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills

San Antonio Approves Some Tax Relief City Council grants a $5,000 Homestead Exemption

BY EDMOND ORTIZ

Some San Antonio homeowners are now eligible to apply for a new layer of property tax relief. City Council on June 24 unanimously approved a $5,000 homestead exemption. This is in addition to the city’s existing $65,000 senior citizen tax exemption and senior citizen property valuation freeze. Local leaders promised there would be no tax rate increase or cut in city staff or services to offset the newly enacted homestead exemption. District 10 Councilman Clayton Perry, a longtime backer of additional tax relief, applauded the move. “A .01% exemption may not sound like much, but it does have a cumulative impact that will help homeowners over time,” Perry said in a press statement. “The city homestead tax exemption, in combination with the recent passage of House Bill 3, which provides for school district tax cuts, will provide meaningful tax relief to homeowners in San Antonio.

Heights Awards Street Maintenance Contract

Alamo Heights City Council voted June 24 to award a $959,187 contract to Texas Materials to carry out road maintenance during the fiscal year 2020. The city has identified 14 streets, including two intersections at Broadway and another portion of Broadway, for minor improvements. Other roads to see repairs this coming fiscal year include E. Oakview, Tuxedo, Corona, Alta, and Columbine. Texas Materials was one of four companies to bid on the maintenance contract, offering the lowest bid.

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San Antonio Approves Community Crosswalk Program.

San Antonio City Council voted June 20 to establish a program providing for decorative neighborhood crosswalks.

According to San Antonio officials, the creation of a rainbow-colored crosswalk at North Main Avenue and Evergreen helped to raise awareness of the importance of guiding pedestrians safely across intersections.

Community crosswalks may be sponsored by individuals or organizations with a connection with the community where the crosswalk is proposed for location. The program sponsor will be responsible for funding all of the proposed artistic crosswalks and on-going maintenance of the crosswalk. The program sponsor is also responsible for community outreach and securing consensus from the public regarding the crosswalk project, including signatures of support from nearby property owners and a letter of support from the representative council member(s).

Photos by Edmond Ortiz

Neighborhood News

Fourth of July Parades

Hundreds of Terrell Hills residents came out to enjoy the city's annual Fourth of July parade. One of the biggest Independence Day parades in the area, Terrell Hills' event included a picnic filled with food and children's activities.

Alamo Heights and the Oak Park/Northwood neighborhood, also held parades.

Alamo Heights Changes E-Scooter Law

Alamo Heights has made a couple of changes to its dockless e-scooter law. The city is now restricting scooter use to between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. The city is also reducing an operating company’s required liability coverage to $1 million per incident and $2 million total per year. The city of San Antonio is restricting scooters from being used on sidewalks. That rule went into effect on July 1.

Northeast Independent School District Approves Budget, Pay

North East Independent School District (NEISD) board voted June 20 to adopt a $568.8 million budget for the 2019-2020 school year. The new budget features a 3% salary increase for all eligible employees and an additional pay hike for teachers with more years of experience. The pay raises are supported by House Bill 3, a major public education spending package that the Texas Legislature approved this spring. Some NEISD employees expressed disappointment that the school board opted to add to the state-authorized percentage pay raises. But district officials said it was wiser to be cautious because of uncertainty with some of the rules accompanying the new infusion of school funding. Alamo Heights Independent School District is set to adopt its 2019-2020 budget this month. The cities of Alamo Heights and San Antonio are preparing their budgets for the fiscal year 2020. Those budgets will be approved in September.

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School News THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS OF ‘09

Students from the Alamo Heights High School Rocketry program unveiled the 10 foot rocket they designed and built this school year.

Alamo Heights Students Test Launch Rocket

BY EDMOND ORTIZ

Alamo Heights High School aerospace engineering students tested their rocket June 22 at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. Every summer, the rocketry students from Alamo Heights High School join rocketry students from other high schools to test-launch their rockets. The Alamo Heights students gathered on campus June 18 to show off the enormous 10-foot, 600pound rocket that they designed and built this past school year.

Their plan this summer involved sending a payload of penicillium 56,000 feet into the air and seeing whether radiation has any effect on the bacteria’s potency or growth. On launch day, the Heights rocket was lit and lifted 20 feet above the rail.

However, it turned onto its side and crashed to the ground where it burned. Students, educators, and supporters said even in these instances, it's where the students from the Alamo Heights High School rocketry program learn lessons they can apply to future efforts.

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Alamo Heights School Foundation #WeBackTeachers

The Alamo Heights School Foundation believes teachers are essential to making the Alamo Heights School District exemplary.

Their mission? To enhance academic excellence for every student with a focus on funding teachers and staff.

The Alamo Heights School Foundation presented a check in the amount of $956,000 to the District at their June board meeting.

Celebrating their state School of Character designation by Character.org, students at Cambridge Elementary share the news with fellow students as they arrived at school. #AHISDMyStory

Meals for Shields

Alamo Heights Independent School District launched a new program that offers a free lunch to area officers visiting our district elementary schools.

The Alamo Heights ISD Meals for Shields program will provide a free nutritious meal to any officer who is willing to sit down and eat lunch with students.

The program is designed to allow students to see officers as role models, offering students early relationships with police and to let them get to know officers as people. It also helps that more officers on campuses will act as a deterrent, which improves school safety.

We want to show the kids that the officers are their friends.

We want to make them safe and to be able to come to us when they have a question or a problem.

If an officer wants to participate they must be in uniform when they check in at the front office. After that, they will head to the cafeteria where they will enter the lunch line with the students and eat together.

For information, contact the Alamo Heights Independent School District Communications Office at (210) 804-7564.

Howard and Cambridge Named State and National Schools of Character

You could hear the collective cheers from one end of Alamo Heights Independent School District to the other, as students and staff of Howard Early Childhood Center and Cambridge Elementary learned that their schools were named State and National Schools of Character by Character.org. This prestigious designation is awarded to schools based on Character.org’s 11 Principles of Character, which include providing students with opportunities for moral action, fostering shared leadership and engaging families and communities as partners in the characterbuilding effort.

Each year, Character.org certifies schools and districts at the state level that demonstrate a dedicated focus on character development, which has a positive effect on academic achievement, student behavior and school climate.

Howard and Cambridge staff members will share their initiatives and efforts as presenters at the national conference in October, at which time they will also be honored for their national award.

Afterschool Care is Right at School

Launching in fall 2019, Right at School is offering its nationallyrecognized before and after-school programs at Alamo Heights Independent School District. These programs will be hosted every day that school is in session from 7 am until 6 pm.

They provide a safe, fun place for children before and after school.

The curriculum includes a focus on homework completion, physical fitness activities and fun. Program options include; coverage for days off from school, flexibility in scheduling and discounts. (Before school care will not be offered at Howard Early Childhood center.) Learn more or register at: www.rightatschool.com

Enrichment and Fun in a Summer Camp Setting

Summer at Heights is designed for students from Kindergarten through 8th grade, and host courses provided by Alamo Heights Independent School District, other certified teachers in the area, as well as some of San Antonio’s leading professionals. Campers experience new adventures, expand existing horizons, arouse curiosity, exchange ideas and products, stimulate creativity and enjoy lots of fun in the process.

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School News

Saint Mary’s Hall Middle School Speech team

Saint Mary’s Hall Middle School Speech Team Excels at National Tournament

St. Luke’s Episcopal School Welcomes Back Former Student as New Interim Head of School

St. Luke’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce the Rev. Dr. James Hamner as interim head of school for the 2019-2020 school year. And this isn’t Dr. Hamner’s first experience with SLES, as he attended this very school as a 6th grader in 1969.

And now, almost exactly 50 years later to the day, he returns to the hilltop eager to share his wealth of experience and continue St. Luke’s tradition of excellence.

“I am very excited to return to St. Luke’s to work with the board of trustees and all members of the SLES community,” says Hamner. “St. Luke’s is an excellent Episcopal school with a strong and proud legacy of nurturing students of intelligence and character. Building on the wonderful work of the board, administration, faculty, and staff this past year, I am committed to facilitating a strong transition to what will be a bright future for SLES.” An ordained Episcopal priest for over 35 years, he has always recognized the value of chapel services for the spiritual development and character education of students. Hamner is thrilled for the opportunity to return to his pastoral ministry through daily morning chapel services at SLES. “James has hit the ground running working to advance SLES,” says Board Chair Will Collins. “Having spent more than thirty-five years in Episcopal school education, administration, and leadership we are excited for him to share his talents and passion to strengthen every facet of our school and continue to propel our growth.”

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The Saint Mary’s Hall Middle School Speech team brought home the highest award possible at this year's National Speech and Debate Association's Middle School National Tournament.

SMH students competed in a crowded field of 189 schools from the United States, Canada, and Taiwan.

The team has a long history of success at this competition, and in previous years has taken home the School of Excellence Award in Speech, which is awarded to the top five speech teams in the nation. However, this year the SMH team received the Speech and Debate School of Excellence Award, granted to the top three speech and debate teams in the nation. This award is usually only given to schools with both speech and debate teams, but the SMH Middle School Speech team scored high enough to rank above not only the other speech teams, but also schools with both speech and debate teams.

"In the 2 ½ weeks leading up to the tournament, the team collectively put in more than 500 hours of practice," said their coach, Middle School Speech and Drama Teacher Rachel Warnecke. "Their performances exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be prouder of the way these students used their voices to advocate and perform."

Congratulationsona job well done!

Alamo Heights School Foundation Announces Hall of Fame

BY EDMOND ORTIZ

The Alamo Heights School Foundation (AHSF) is taking nominations for its inaugural Hall of Fame. The Alamo Heights School Foundation Hall of Fame will be comprised of former students, faculty, administrators, and volunteers who have made significant achievements in many aspects of their lives.

The Distinguished Alumni Award is open to any alumnus or alumna who attended Alamo Heights High School for a minimum of two years whose achievements, strength of character, and citizenship serve as models to inspire and challenge today's youth.

The nomination period is open until August 29, 2019.

Recipients will be inducted at Reunite at Heights – an Alumni and Hall of Fame Celebration on February 29, 2020. Nominate a friend on the Alamo Heights Foundationwebsite.

ALAMO HEIGHTS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRIC CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 1 ONLINE MULE MARKETS OPEN: Howard, Cambridge & Woodridge, Alamo Heights Junior School and Alamo Heights High School (See Campus Websites for Back-to-School News & Information.)

HOME ACCESS CENTER OPENS: Parents can complete enrollment verification by updating addresses, phone numbers, emails, medical information, media and photo permissions for students.

August 8 HOWARD MINI MULE ORIENTATION: Howard Early Childhood Center, 4 p.m.

August 12-17 CONVOCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Alamo Heights High School Auditorium, 6900 Broadway, 2:30 p.m.

All staff attend annual Convocation ceremonies and continue with professional development throughout the week at respective campuses.

August 14 ALAMO HEIGHTS JUNIOR SCHOOL 6TH GRADE MULE CAMP: Alamo Heights Junior Schoool, Auditorium, 8:30 - 11 a.m., Orientation for all 6th graders, 6th grade schedule distribution will take place during Mule Camp.

ALAMO HEIGHTS JUNIOR SCHOOL MULE MARKET: Alamo Heights Junior School, 7th - 8th Graders pick up schedules.

August 15 ALAMO HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL PREP DAY FRESHMEN LINK CREW: Alamo Heights High School, (See Website for Times, Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors) MEET THE TEACHER: Howard Early Childhood Center, Cambridge & Woodridge Elementary Schools

August 19 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: All Campuses

August 22 ALAMO HEIGHTS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: AHISD Board Room, 7101 Broadway, 6 p.m.

August 27 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT: Alamo Heights Junior School, 6th Grade, 6 - 7 p.m.

August 28 HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS PROGRAM KICK OFF: Alamo Heights High School, Orem Stadium, 5 - 7 p.m.

August 29 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS PROGRAM KICK OFF: Alamo Heights Junior School, Cafeteria/Field, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

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Ask Roxie

Angel Canyon Where Some '09ers Spend Summer Vacation

BY BERIT MASON

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Disney World? Nope!

The Bahamas? Nah. Paris? Snooze!

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah?

Heck, yeah!

For the last three years, '09 resident Holly, her husband, mother, and sister, Nancy have spent their summer vacation in Utah, helping once-neglected animals, to live a wonderful life.

Some 1,600 rescued pigs, cats, dogs, horses, and bunny rabbits live that wonderful life in Angel Canyon, in southern Utah, at the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.

This family is so smitten with the place, and its residents, that they have forgone exotic destinations, just to be here.

“The scenery, and the animals …” extolls Holly. “It is these wonderful animals in a beautiful setting.”

The sanctuary is home to neglected, homeless critters, coming in from around the country to spend their days in this gorgeous, arid, western setting. Here, the rocks are red, the grass is green, and the sunset a brilliant blend of orange, and yellow. With so many pets and because these are domestic animals, help is needed caring for them.

So, here come volunteers from around the country and the world, to lend the many extra hands needed to run such a place.

“We stay in cottages on the property. They are very comfortable,” says Holly's mom, Alice Carson.

“They have a porch, where you can sit out, have a glass of wine, and watch the horses, which are right there!” says Holly.

And at this compound, animals are the hosts. Don't be surprised if a “guest relations man," on four paws, in a fur coat, wanders in and out of your lodgings.

“You are allowed to foster an animal, and they can also bunk with you,” says Holly. “Around the cottages, there is always a dog, or two, that has been brought home. It gives the dog a break and a chance to be with a family.”

Many animals are up for adoption. Socializing them to prepare them for a new home is part of the program.

“I love the cats,” says Alice, “and I love taking the cats on stroller rides. But this time, I worked with the pigs, and I was fascinated by them. I had just never been around pigs.”

Here, they are generally of the pot-bellied variety, ending up in rescue because, as usual, the owners “just didn't know” that little piggy would become a 400 lb. behemoth.

“Some of them like to be walked,” says Alice. “Others don't.”

I can see that!

The Best Friends Animal Society was established in 1984 when a group of friends in Arizona decided that they really wanted to help animals. With little money and no relatable skills, today they run nationally acclaimed animal welfare and rescue organization.

Best Friends Senior Manager of Volunteer Engagement, Pat Guerrero says this “working” vacation uplifts everyone.

"Best Friends Animal Society engages volunteers as true partners in our work of saving animals. We couldn't accomplish all that we do without the efforts of volunteers, both at our sanctuary and in our programs across the country. We welcome volunteers from around the United States, and other countries, as we love sharing the pleasure and fulfillment that helping animals brings to those who do so."

Guests socialize a shy cat, take care of the rabbits, feed the horses, walk the dogs, offering what these neglected guys crave most: love and attention. Alice and Holly say it's a top-notch operation.

“It is very well organized,” says Holly. “You go to orientation, and then training sessions. They split up the day with a morning and an afternoon session.”

After a morning walking pigs, a visitor might hike, picnic, or take a drive in the afternoon, enjoying the sights. And boy are they some sights! Angel Canyon sits amongst the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Zion national parks.

Until next month!

Woof, woof!

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Society

BY LESLIE FOLEY

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1. Larry Mill's 1969 Silver Spur Camaro 2. American Dreams, Classic Cars and Postwar Paintings Exhibit Art 3. 1953 Mercury Monterey from the collection of Richard L. Burdick 4. Wendy Stieren, Diana Geis and Cari Hill 5. Susan Biegler, Sarah Moore and Kate Crone

Cars and Cocktails

With hors d’oeuvres by Chef Michael Bomberg, cocktails by Seersucker Gin, classic cars inspired by the 1950s and 1960s, and music from The Rick Cavender Band… car aficionados celebrated the closing of American Dreams: Classic Cars and Postwar Paintings for a once-in-a-lifetime evening as they took a look under the hoods of ten stunning dream cars. This awesome exhibition paired 10 classic cars with art at the McNay. Organized by the McNay, American Dreams: Classic Cars and Postwar Paintings explored the ingenuity and innovation of postwar America. This period, known as America’s Golden Age, witnessed the explosion of Abstract Expressionism, Pop art, and Op art; the mass production of automobiles; and increased wealth and consumerism.

Characterized by exaggerated tailfins, wraparound windshields, and generous chrome detail, these classics of the 1950s and 1960s were called dream cars. From a rare 1948 Tucker Torpedo—one of only 51 Tuckers ever made—to the beloved 1963 Chevrolet Corvette, a pinnacle of vintage ‘Vette design, many of the cars on view pushed design boundaries through expansive volume, nontraditional color combinations, and highly styled flourishes. Additional highlights included a 1957 Pontiac Star Chief convertible with missile-shaped side trim, and a 1956 DeSoto Firedome sporting factory colors of pink and iridescent plum. Classics restored to factory-correct interiors and exteriors were joined by several restoration-modification (“restomod”) cars, most notably the Spurs Camaro restored and generously lent by Larry Mills, Executive Vice President, of the Holt Companies, San Antonio.

Car buffs dined on foods from the 1950s and 60s; enjoying tater tots, burgers, meatballs, pizza and 50’s carhop ice cream floats.

Car enthusiasts Larry and Betty Hicks, Lori and Bob West, Cari Hill, Wendy Stieren, Alli Heinemeyer, Judge Wayne Christian, Debbie and Jim Gibson, Jennifer and Tim Morrow, and 250 others dined, danced and dreamed of a time back when…..

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Society

San Antonio Gardenia Club Coronation

The San Antonio Gardenia Club hosted its annual Gardenia Coronation with presentation of the queen and her court. This year’s queen is 16 year-old sophomore Rachel Marie Jones, daughter of Col. and Mrs. Ray A. Jones. The queen’s grandmother, Veronica Boldt, along with Pam Gilbert and Randy Lenz, Pam Embrey, Mertie and Dale Wood, Linda Kay Bowman, Damien and Lisa Astorga Watel, Dee Ann Simpson, Carol and Dr. Gregg Thompson, Liz Jauer, Kristine Schwope, Cheryl Stocker, Sharron Batchelor, Kathryn Howie, Laura Humphries, Michelle Healy, Tenchita, and Alfredo Flores kicked off the evening with cocktails, photos and mingling. Emcee Siobhain Anders introduced the court, Britt Kleberg gave the invocation, and Carroll Dorsey Walker presided over the coronation.

Queen Rachel Marie Jones court included Scepter-Bearer Rowan Clark Simpson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Brad Simpson, Paiges Loma Lake Laird, son of Ms. Dana Laird; Evan Reyes and Lucas Reyes, sons of Dr. Joel Reyes and Dr. Erika Gonzalez; and Enzo Lucca Watel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Damien Watel. Flower girls included Coco Dee Ann Kleberg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cardo Kleberg, and Greta Mae Tidwell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Tidwell.

Junior Princesses included Catherine Embrey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Embrey; and Emma Embrey and Evie Embrey, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Dane Embrey.

Escorts included Jackson Charles Beamer, son of Randy Beamer, and Ursula Pari and Patrick Macleod; Gage Alexander Bieschwale, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe DeGeare; James Harrison Stocker and Jordan Hamilton Stocker, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stocker.

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San Antonio Gardenia Club Queen Rachel Marie Jones and her court with emcee Siobhain Anders

President Carroll Dorsey Walker and Sharron Batchelor

Michelle Healy, Randy Lenz and Pam Gilbert

Princesses included Elizabeth Gray Altmeyer and Katherine Anne Stewart Altmeyer, daughters of Drs. Wilson and Mary Altmeyer; Georgia Kennedy Beamer, daughter of Randy Beamer, and Ursula Pari and Patrick Macleod; Caroline Embrey and Clairee Ann Embrey, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Embrey; Olivia Claire Humphries, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Humphries; Jessie Elizabeth Reeves, daughter of Ms. Dorian Reeves; Chelsea Dee Ann Simpson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brad Simpson; Julia Evelyn Schwope, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Schwope; and Julia Moselle Staffel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Staffel.

The purpose of the San Antonio Gardenia and Musical Club is to further interest in the fine arts by providing scholarships to students within the San Antonio area and to promote friendships within the membership.

Save the Date August 8

Evenings on the Edge at Topaz SA LIBRARY FOUNDATION’s Beach Party

THE LA CANTERA RESORT & SPA 7-11PM Sip on summer-inspired cocktails over live music by the Passing Strangers Band and unrivaled Hill Country views at the San Antonio Library Foundation Beach Party. Attendees will receive a complimentary cocktail upon entry and a sunset toast brought to you by Moët Chandon. lacanteraresort.com September 7

11th Annual Starry Night Camp Gala

Cara and Clayton Young with their children Deacon and Warren

THE SAN ANTONIO COUNTRY CLUB 6PM The Children’s Association for Maximum Potential (CAMP) is hosting their 11th annual gala and celebrating 40 years of helping those with medical or special needs, and those who care for them. CAMP provides resources, care, education, awareness, and financial assistance for those in need. More than 400 local leaders, business owners, and community members attend this event. campcamp.org September 19

2019 Ranch Chic Fashion Show

Co-Chair & Co-Founder of Tea Anna Sigman with Kathy Bolner and Emily Conrad

Lauren Gordon and Tricia Cavasos

Whimsical Garden Tea

An afternoon family tea party at the Witte Museum featured an opportunity to enjoy high tea while sampling assorted finger sandwiches, mini quiches, fruit kabobs, scones and other heavenly desserts. Activities included face painting, color and sketching, a science garden, and family/children’s portraits.

With a beautiful floral backdrop, participants took turns taking pictures and posing. In addition, guests were encouraged to take the self-guided tour: The Art of Texas: 250 years. And of course, it wouldn’t be a high tea without flavored teas, manners and sweet treats. Josie Williams, Zizi Azar, Francie Dechard, Lucy Decherd, Serena Kested, Lauren Gordon, Sharon and Howard Hunter, Vanessa Mullin, Adrien Frank, Heather Welder Russo, Mamie Frank, Hazel Davis, and Margaret Pape are a few who enjoyed the afternoon festivities.

THE ROSENBERG SKY ROOM UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD 5:30 – 9PM This unique fashion show is an opportunity to view the best Ranch Chic gear before the big Cattle Baron’s Gala while raising awareness for cancer. Strutting down the runway will be professional models and cancer survivors.

In addition to the fashion show, there will be plenty of delicious food,

by Don Strange and a raffle of great items. hpd.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/ 2019SanAntonioCattleBaronsGala/ RanchChicFashionShow/ September 14

35th Annual San Antonio Zoo Run

SAN ANTONIO ZOO 8:30AM Lace up your sneakers and round up three of your friends for this relay race supporting the San Antonio Zoo. This is an event for adults and children to participate in. solerssports.raceentry.com

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Community Calendar 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

August 5

August 20

5:30 - 9PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov

12PM The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

ALAMO HEIGHTS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

August 6

August 21

12PM The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

4:30PM 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 terrell-hills.com

ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING

August 7

ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON

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 Two worship services at 8:30am and 11:00am

11:30AM Meet & Greet 12PM Guest Speaker Paesano’s Lincoln Heights 555 E. Basse Rd. San Antonio. TX 78209 alamoheightschamber.org

August 7

ALAMO HEIGHTS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING

5:30 - 8PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov

August 12

TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING

5 - 6PM 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public.

August 12

ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING

5:30-9PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

August 13

ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING

12PM The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

August 13

ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING

7PM Earl Abel's Restaurant 1201 Austin Highway #175 San Antonio, TX 78209

August 20

ALAMO HEIGHTS ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING

5:30 - 8PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

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ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING

TERRELL HILLS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING

August 26

ALAMO HEIGHTS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

5:30 - 9PM 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov

August 27

ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING

12PM The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

August 27

ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING

7PM Earl Abel's Restaurant 1201 Austin Highway #175 San Antonio, TX 78209

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

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Community Spotlight

Susan Peery Principal of Howard Early Childhood Center

BY RON AARON EISENBERG

Ever wonder how many adults can say they’re doing what they dreamed about doing, from the time they were 6-years old?

Susan Peery, principal of Howard Early Childhood Center (Howard ECC) in the Alamo Heights Independent School District, can say just that. She is living her childhood dream.

Peery, 57, was born in Morgantown, West Virginia, in 1961.

She grew up in Charleston.

“Ever since I was in the first grade; I decided I wanted to be a teacher. I loved my first-grade teacher — Miss Humphrey, and I wanted to do what she did. I saw kids who had problems with reading, but it came easy to me. I wanted to help” she said.

Since those days in first grade, Peery set out on a path that enabled her to become recognized as one of the best reading/literacy teachers in Texas.

Dr. Dana Bashara, the Alamo Heights Independent School District Superintendent, says of Peery, “First and foremost, Susan Is an exceptional instructional leader, whose passion for early childhood literacy is an inspiration to the entire Howard community. Her expertise in understanding and nurturing the development of the whole child sets the tone for an amazing learning experience for all kids at Howard.”

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University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB), and, a second Master's Degree in Education Administration from Trinity University.

Peery spent time in Ohio and Midland, Texas, before moving to San Antonio in 1995.

She has more than 30 years’ experience in education. Prior to coming to Howard ECC, she worked for several school districts.

Her love, passion, and expertise is in early childhood literacy and education. Those passions are what drive her every day.

She explains, “When I started teaching, I never believed I would be an administrator. So my focus was kindergarten and first grade because I wanted to teach reading.

“I do love what I am doing. I’m entering my 18th year as a principal and my 35th year in Texas.” She adds, “The kids make it fun. Kindergarteners go from a little bit dependent and scared to becoming confident and excited little learners.” She loves watching them “become quite independent. Their conversational skills grow enormously,” which she finds exhilarating.

Peery’s blonde hair and sparkling, bright blue eyes stand out in any crowd. Her warm smile, enthusiasm, and energy light up a room. Our three young children graduated from Howard Early Childhood, so my wife and I had the pleasure of seeing Peery in action. She knows how to get the attention of students and parents alike. And it is obvious the kids love and respect her.

Peery says, “I try to be in classrooms a lot, and I try to learn every kid’s name.”

She admits, “I do miss watching them for another year in first grade.” Howard students move on to either Woodridge or Cambridge Elementary Schools after kindergarten.

Peery says what excites her the most about following the careers of Howard Early Childhood Center graduates is seeing some go into teaching.

“Over the years, I have kids reach out to me, often long after

Howard. For example, I heard from one student who just got his Master’s Degree from Baylor. I received an email last year from a teacher in Houston who was applying for a graduate scholarship.

She wanted me to know she had talked about her first-grade teacher and me as an inspiration.”

She says, “Those, that go on to become teachers are the stories that touch me the most.”

When she has downtime, Peery says, "I love to read. I also work to stay fit and love yoga and walking.” She told 78209 Magazine, “I love my vitamin 'D.'" In short, give Peery sun, water, and a good book, and she’s great.

When she turned 50, Peery set a goal to complete her first half marathon, which she did. And since then, she’s completed seven or eight half marathons.

Peery, who is divorced, says, “I have two great daughters — Emily, 28, who is a high school teacher at Judson High — she loves it. She's starting her third year there.” Her other daughter, Ashley, is 27. She works as an accountant in Houston — for an oil and gas company.

Peery says she would like to write a book about her life now; about teaching, administration, what she’s learned, with tips for others to help them master the profession. She did co-author a book in 1990, which became a best seller for teachers. The book is still available on Amazon. It’s titled: Literacy Centers Grades 3-5: What Your Other Kids Do During Guided-Reading Groups.

With the new school year fast approaching, Peery is as excited today as she was on day one, some 30 years ago. It is evident in talking with her; she can't wait to welcome the new crop of preK, Head Start, and kindergartners to Howard.

It’s the kids who fuel her passion for teaching and leading.

For Peery, it truly is all about the kids.

CHAMBER THE ALAMO HEIGHTS

The Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce is working to create a successful future for our businesses. We provide unique opportunities for growing your business and building meaningful connections.

Join us as we host our monthly luncheon on the first Wednesday of every month at Paesano’s in Lincoln Heights at 11:30am.

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Eat In ‘09 78209

Guide KEY

BIRD BAKERY

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

Brunch Reservations Suggested Patio Live Entertainment

American 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 $

CAPPYCCINO’S BISTRO

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 $

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 $

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 $

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

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

BROADWAY 50/50

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

BEST BET

Buffalo Chicken Wrap at Mo’s Irish Pub

Iceberg lettuce tossed with ranch dressing, applewood smoked bacon, celery diced tomatoes, blue cheese crumbles and spicy buffalo chicken in a flour tortilla.

CORNER BAKERY CAFE

EZ’s

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 $ www.ezrestaurants.com $

GOOD TIME CHARLIE’S

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 $

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 $$ -$$$

JUBILEE CAFE & BAKERY

A quaint cafe serving a menu of soups, salads and sandwiches in addition to a wide range of bakery items including cookies, cakes, pies and more 555 E. Basse, Suite113 475-3375-0275 $

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

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

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

NOSH

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 $

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

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

TIGER WINGS

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 $

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 $$

KOI KAWA

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 $-$$

MON THAI BISTRO

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 $-$$

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

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 $

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 $

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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 $

Hamburgers BURGER FI

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 $

CHEESY JANE’S

Burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sides plus shakes in many flavors.

4200 Broadway 826-0800 www.cheesyjanes.com $

CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS

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

1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600 $

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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

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 $

CAZADORES MEXICAN RESTAURANT

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 $

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

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

LA TAQUERIA

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 $

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 $$

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 $$

VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA

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

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

Southwestern 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

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

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 $

FLORIO’S PIZZA

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

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

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

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

MENCHIE’S

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES

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

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 210-605-3222 www.rosellacoffee.com $$

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‘09 Eats

feel how much the staff care for their customers when you hear, “Welcome to Cerroni’s”.

The menu features Italian favorites and Cerroni family recipes that use only the freshest ingredients. Bread is made fresh daily, and start your meal delicious bruschetta appetizers. You can choose from traditional Tomato & Basil with olive oil and Balsamic vinegar, or Pesto Mushroom made with homemade pesto, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and parmesan. Their salads are also hearty and a great way to start your meal off right.

Moving on to the main course, Cerroni’s offers authentic Italian pizzas, calzones, and Stromboli. One of their most popular pizzas is the Sly Stallone.

A meat lover’s fantasy, the Sly is piled with meatballs, sausage, pepperoni, and Italian bacon. The pizzas come in an individual 12-inch size, or can be shared with someone you love and order the 20inch pizza. The restaurant also offers gluten-free pizzas, made with rice flour dough or their delicious cauliflower crust.

Gluten-free pasta is also available.

In the mood for a delicious sandwich for lunch, and you’re tired of the massproduced, assembly-line sandwiches available on every corner? Then head to Cerroni’s for a true Italian sub. The clear favorite here is the Dean Martin, made with Genoa salami, capocollo, mortadella, provolone, mozzarella, and lettuce, onion, and tomato, served on a homemade roll and slathered with

Cerroni’s Purple Garlic True Italian in the Neighborhood

By MEREDITH KAY Photography By AL RENDON

The sign on the purple wall announces the daily soup specials for $4.95. Italian Wedding Soup, Spinach & Garlic, Tomato Basil, and Pasta Fagioli, endearingly spelled incorrectly, are the fresh, homemade options for the day.

Upon walking through the doors at Cerroni’s Purple Garlic restaurant, you will be greeted warmly, as if you are family, and just arrived for Sunday dinner.

The restaurant is informal and welcoming, and the delicious smell of roasted garlic wafts through the air igniting your hunger, as you try to decide 56

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whether to tackle one of their signature pizzas, one of their stellar pasta dishes or one of their outstanding Italian sandwiches. Almost everything at Cerroni’s is made in-house, from their fresh bread and pizza dough to their salad dressings and pasta sauces.

Mark Cerroni opened the original Cerroni’s Purple Garlic on Nacogdoches Road nearly thirty years ago, and it has been a favorite neighborhood restaurant on Austin Highway for the past nine years now. It evokes a homey atmosphere, where everyone is welcome, and you can

FOOD

Time-honored Italian favorites like Chicken Parmigiana, Fettucini Alfredo and Spaghetti.

DECOR

Homey, informal and family-friendly with a large patio and large sandbox for children to play in.

PRICE

Appetizers/Soups/Salads $4.25 - $8.50, Most Entrees range from $9.50 - $11.25.

The menu features Italian favorites and Cerroni family recipes that use only the freshest ingredients.

Ceroni’s is a true family restaurant with something for everyone...Mangia!

roasted pepper sauce. Cerroni’s makes the kind of Italian subs and hoagies that Tony Soprano would have been proud of, and they also cater for business meetings and social events, so you can feed your entire mob great Italian specialties that won’t rob you blind.

Now let’s talk pasta. Cerroni’s offers some of the best traditional pasta dishes in town. Everything is made fresh to order and even the meatballs are homemade.

From Fettuccini Alfredo to Chicken Parmigiana, they have a pasta that suits your mood and satisfies your palate. One of the most popular dishes on the menu is the Penne Pesto, tossed with spicy Italian sausage, Roma tomatoes, sautéed

mushrooms and Cerroni’s own zesty pesto sauce. It has just the right amount of spice to keep it interesting and sets the perfect table to segue into dessert.

For the picky eaters, and those who just like to be in control, Cerroni’s also offers a “build your own pasta” option. Choose from several different kinds of pasta, add a sauce of your choice and add up to four fresh ingredients and with protein to finish off your meal.

To complete the perfect meal, try one of Cerroni’s housemade desserts. Their cannolis will transport you to a sidewalk trattoria in Sicily, and their carrot cakes, bread puddings, and tiramisu will leave you very happy to have become a part of

the Cerroni’s family. The restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner, except for Sundays, and you can dine inside the purple walls, or out on their spacious patio, while the little ones play in the sandbox. Cerroni’s is a true family restaurant and there is something for everyone. Mangia!

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Church Directory ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH

MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH

6501 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-9539 Services: Sunday 10:45am and Wednesday 6:15pm Praise and Prayer

308 Mt. Calvary Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-8748 mtcsa.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am

ALAMO HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

518 Pike Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-7238 Services: Sunday mornings at 11 am

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

NORTHWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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 210-824-2481 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

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH

319 E. Mulberry San Antonio, TX 78212 210-733-6201 trinitybaptist.org Services: Bible Study 9am Blended Worship 10:15am

UNITY CHURCH

8103 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 unityofsa.org 210-824-7351 Services: Sunday 11am Children’s Church 11am

For more information visit www.SanAntonioChurches.com.

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EXPIRES AUGUST 31, 2019

EXPIRES AUGUST 31, 2019

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Outside ‘09

BY LESLIE FOLEY

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Men of Steel, Women of Wonder

1. The Batmobile parked outside the San Antonio Museum of Art. 2. Jenifer Brown, Chaney and Tripp Stuart and Sonya Medina Williams 3. Museum decor 4. Museum director Katie Luber and ball chair Jenny Schimpff 5. Billinda Wilkinson and Max Hensley

The San Antonio Museum of Art hosted the Super Art Museum Ball at the St. Anthony Hotel to celebrate the Men of Steel, Women of Wonder exhibit. Althought black-tie was the attire, the theme was Let Your Hero Be Your Inspiration, where you dressed as your favorite superhero from stage, screen, literature, or life.) What an eclectic mix of superheroes! Guests were having fun with the theme and posing for pics at the many different areas decorated with live superheroes and statues. Wilkinson Rhodes-Billinda Wilkinson created backdrops of superheroes, added cool lighting and statues, red roses galore and a TV Batmobile which not only entertained the crowd but tourists downtown who stopped to pose and take selfies. Billinda is the go-to-girl when it comes to over the top, and I mean this in a good way! It’s always exciting to see what she puts together and it makes for one heck of a good party!

Chair Jenny Schimpff and the committee put on a fabulous party that will be difficult to top! Jenny rocked the outfit specifically created for the occasion and piled her hair into a perfect beehive.Guests mingled and sipped cocktails as they posed in front of statues and waited for the doors to open which showcased dazzling tables of floral arrangements and party favors related to the theme.

A few committee members spotted included Claire Golden, Melissa and Thomas Aguillon, and Shari Hromas. A few other attendees spotted included Jennalie and Sean Lyons, Sally and Wayne Woodard, Hunter Henke and Epitacio Resendez.

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New Business Openings Nearby Fontaine’s Southern Diner & Bar

906 E. Elmira Street Fontaine’s is a restarant and bar featuring Southern food and a selection of 80 hand-selected quality whiskeys.

The menu boasts southern low-country staples like fried green tomatoes, grits, pimento cheese sandwiches, bisquits & gravy and country ham. A great place for a relaxing brunch with friends when you’re ready to take it easy like Sunday morning.

Top: Ernie Hudson and the ECTO-1 Ghostbuster’s car.

Above: Justin Clark (Elwood J. Blues) and Paul Andrews (Jame E. Blues) a.k.a. the Blues Brothers.

Above: From the movie Aquaman: Dolph Lundgren, Amber Heard and Yahya Abdul-Mateen, II.

Celebrity Fan Fest

In less than a year, PMX Events held its second Celebrity Fan Fest, a pop culture fan festival, in June at Freeman Expo Halls and Freeman Coliseum.

Over 36,000 people from Texas, plus visitors from 44 states, and seven countries attended the three-day festival to anxiously meet their favorite celebrities from film and television. This year’s star-studded lineup featured special appearances from Jeremy Renner, Jason Momoa, Anthony Mackie, Benedict Wong, Amber Heard, Lee Pace, Dolph Lundgren, Fred Savage, Ray Fisher, Kimberly J. Brown, Alexandra Shipp, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Finn Bálor, Daniel Bryan, Becky Lynch, Ernie Hudson, Walter Koenig, Joe Flanigan, Robert Picardo, Butch Patrick, Robert Wuhl and Malik Rose.

In addition to A-list Hollywood stars, attendees had the unique opportunity to view a carefully curated selection of the most iconic vehicles in Hollywood at the first-ever “CARS as STARS” exhibit, courtesy of this year’s title sponsor, H-E-B. The new exhibit showcased more than 25 famous vehicles such as ECTO-1 of “Ghostbusters,” DeLorean of “Back to the Future,” the 1966 Batmobile, Shaggin Wagon of “Dumb and Dumber,” Black Beauty of “Green Hornet” and K.I.T.T. of “Knight Rider.”

Celebrity Fan Fest is just getting started and is proud to reveal that fans can expect its return June 2020. Never underestimate the power of a starstudded sequel!

Urban Smoke

1015 Rittiman Road A fast-casual Texas BBQ joint with a cajun twist. They serve meat by the pound, or as one, two and three meat plates that include your choice of two delicious sides. Additionally, they serve cajun specialties like catfish, gumbo, red beans & rice and sweet New Orleans style beignets.

Mr. Juicy

3910 McCullough Ave. Do one thing well...seems to be the motto at Mr. Juicy, a new restaurant serving only burgers, fries and shakes. The burgers, as advertised, are juicy and ooey-gooey if you add cheese. The french fries are crisp and crunchy and the shakes are decadent.

Plus you can order your burger “wet” which means dipped in their signature creamy, delicious au poivre sauce.

Wishing Lanterns

An ethereal experience of casting lanterns into the river in honor of loved ones, hopes, dreams, and wishes takes place August 24th from 5:00pm til 10pm at the RiverWalk . Admission is free. Lanterns are $5 each (sold at the event or pre-ordered online). Decoration stations will be available to decorate and personalize your lanterns at the event. Entertainment includes festival dancing to thematic music and food trucks.

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Calendar DON’T MISS THESE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

Every Sunday

Coffee with a Cop

Alamo Heights Farmers Market

225 E BASSE RD. 9 – 1PM Dam ‘09 Triathalon

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 6 - 11.

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.

wittemuseum.org

Free Admission to the Museum Every Thursday THE MCNAY 4 – 9PM

Explore the beautiful artwork inside and outside the McNay Art Museum on Thursdays. The museum offers free admission from 4 -9pm. Tour the galleries and the grounds and see the current installations which include Native American Artists Then and Now, America on Stage and the Jeanne and Irving Mathews Collection of Art Glass.

mcnayart.org

Every Saturday and Sunday

Beastly Breakfast Hippos SAN ANTONIO ZOO 8:30 – 10AM

Visit the zoo before it opens to enjoy a buffet style breakfast while you watch our fabulous hippo, Uma, glide through the water. Enjoy an all-youcare-to-eat meal inside Africa Live, an exclusive presentation from an animal care specialist, and take photos of Uma. Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, pancakes, a yogurt bar, an assortment of pastries, and refreshments.

sazoo.org

This event is free and open to the public. Alamo Heights Farmers Market features vendors with farm fresh selections, 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 like pies and gifts, and so much more.

Facebook.com/alamoheightsfarmersmarket

Jungle Boogie Nights Every Saturday

SAN ANTONIO ZOO 6 – 9PM

When the sun goes down, the zoo will transform into a roaring good time every Saturday night this summer.

The party begins at 6 p.m.

so guests can enjoy the cooler evening temperatures along with live music, happy hour specials on adult beverages, food trucks and fun family games.

sazoo.org

Free Family Day: Andy Invasion August 4

THE MCNAY 1 – 4PM

Explore the beautiful McNay Art museum with your family for free and view the Andy Warhol exhibit.

mcnayart.org

Artist Lecture with Enrique Chagoya August 6

SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART 6:30 – 7:30PM

Enrique Chagoya is giving a lecture on the art of appropriation from pop art to reverse anthropology and reverse modernism.

Chagoya will be discussing

( EDITOR’S PICK )

Culinaria Summer Restaurant Weeks August 10 -24

VARIOUS LOCAL RESTAURANTS

Go restaurant hopping and try delicious unique dishes. During summer restaurant weeks the menu offerings will be $25 for breakfast/brunch, $15 for lunch, and $35 or $45 for dinner.

Check out buzz-worthy newcomers or a time-honored local favorite.

Bon appétit! (Reservations aren’t required but are a good idea.

(Call restaurants directly to book reservations. )

culinariasa.org

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ReDo Adult Party at the DoSeum Andy Warhol and other artists work, inspiration, and influence.

samuseum.org

ArtFULL Wednesday August 7

THE MCNAY NOON – 1:00PM

This drop-in art experience is all about the Self-Portrait and the exquisite Andy Warhol.

mcnayart.org

McNay Second Thursdays

chair for this month’s Second Thursday at the McNay. Enjoy an evening on the lawn with friends and family. This is a free family-friendly event and there will be food and drinks available for purchase. Bidi Bidi Banda is the live entertainment for the evening.

mcnayart.org

Coffee with a Cop

August 8

August 15

THE MCNAY 6 – 9PM

5321 BROADWAY STARBUCKS 5 – 6PM

Grab your blanket and lawn

Sip on your coffee with a

Beastly Breakfast: Hippos at the San Antonio Zoo local Alamo Heights Police Officer, who will answer any questions you might have regarding your community.

discussing Andy Warhol’s iconic work and his impact in the art and cultural community.

Conversation: On Warhol, Self-Portraits, and Gender

August 24

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THE MCNAY

6:30 – 7:30PM

José Carlos Diaz, chief curator at The Andy Warhol Museum, and René Paul Barilleaux, the McNay head of curatorial affairs, will be

AUGUST SPOTLIGHT

mcnayart.org

Dam ’09 Triathlon 250 VIESCA ST. 7AM

Start stretching for the 19th Annual Dam Triathlon, an ‘09 tradition.

Start off with a delicious breakfast that includes iced coffee, mimosas, and beer. Then swim 400 meters, bike 9 miles, run a 4K, and attend the Dam ‘09 party afterwards.

solerssports.com

ReDo: Adult Night August 30

THE DOSEUM 7 – 9:30PM

21 and up.

Don your school colors and join us for our next ReDo: Adult Nights presented by Shiner Beer. The theme for the night is Pep Rally.

Explore all the fun DoSeum exhibits and break out your alma mater spirit while you sample bites from local restaurants and sip on specialty cocktails.

Invite your friends, work buddies, or anyone young at heart and get ready to have an exciting time.

thedoseum.org

August 30 thru September 2

August 30

THE RIVERWALK 11AM - 11PM, MON 11AM - 8PM

SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART 6 – 9PM

Labor Day Artisan Show

Vendors will display and sell beautiful handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk. Artisans are different for each show but usually include pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork and more.

thesanantonioriverwalk.com

Date Night: Power Couples

Come dressed as your favorite power couple the last weekend of Men of Steel, Women of Wonder.

Enjoy the museum and a cash bar, art making activities, food trucks, special tours, and an outdoor film screening of the movie Superman II.

samuseum.org

Summer Nights August 8 & 15

SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN 4 – 8:30PM

The San Antonio Botanical Garden is extending its hours on Thursays to 8:30pm so guests can enjoy the Summer Nights series. Experience the Botanical Garden’s 38 acres of nature space with live music, food trucks, giant lawn games, plant activities, and more. Visitors are welcomed to bring their own picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets.

sabot.org

Labor Day Artisan Show

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Police Blotter AHPD CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

6116 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 FAX (210) 822-7111 07/03/19 5300 blk Broadway WANTED PERSON The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have a cancelled driver's license and an active arrest warrant issued for probation revocation.

07/03/19 6100 blk Broadway WANTED PERSON, RESISTING ARREST A subject who was previously arrested on 07/02/19 came to Alamo Heights Police Department to pick up his property; the subject was told he still had outstanding warrants for his arrest totaling $1,373; when officers attempted to take him into custody the subject physically resisted officers earning him a second trip to jail.

07/04/19 4600 blk Broadway SHOPLIFTING, FAILURE TO IDENTIFY, RESISTING ARREST, ASSAULT POLICE OFFICER Officers responded to a report of three shoplifters who left a business without paying for merchandise; all three subjects were located and detained for further investigation; one female subject gave false identifying information and was found in possession of narcotics paraphernalia; the female subject resisted attempts to take her into custody and assaulted one officer by kicking him in the eye.

07/05/19 100 blk Elizabeth THEFT Two firearms were stolen from a residence; the homeowner suspects contractors that were working nearby.

07/05/19 100 blk W. Oakview THEFT Porch pirates stole two packages delivered to a front porch.

07/06/19 100 blk Harrigan Ct CRIMINAL MISCHIEF A vehicle stopped at an intersection was damaged when a pedestrian kicked the front portion of the vehicle.

07/07/19 5200 blk Broadway WANTED PERSON Officers contacted a male subject reported laying in the roadway; further investigation discovered the subject

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had an active arrest warrant issued

by Bexar County.

07/07/19 300 blk Jones Maltsberger DWI The driver of a vehicle being driven erratically was found to be under the influence of alcohol and impaired.

07/09/19 5200 blk Broadway FORGERY Officers took a female subject into custody for attempting to cash a forged check; further investigation determined the female subject had stolen a checkbook from her employer and had cashed multiple checks at different bank locations; when taken into custody the female subject had over $1200 in cash from previous forgery transactions.

07/09/19 100 blk E Elmview FORGERY A resident reported someone used his bank routing number to forge five deposits into another account.

07/09/19 6400 blk Broadway CRIMINAL MISCHIEF A male subject was taken into custody after a witness observed him break out a glass window.

07/13/19 5800 blk Broadway THEFT A male subject approached a valet stand and stole money from the tip drawer.

07/13/19 4600 blk Broadway FORGERY Officers responded to a bank for a reported forgery in progress; further investigation determined a female subject attempted to pass a forged check but left the location as bank employees were attempting to authenticate the check.

07/14/19 4800 blk Broadway FORGERY A male suspect attempted to pay for merchandise with a counterfeit $100 bill.

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Vintage View

1960

Mrs Schneider’s Bakery located at 5158 Broadway was an Alamo Heights family favorite for many, many years.

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Good Living

Wood floors need to be installed over a perfectly level and clean sub-floor.

Into the Woods Wood and Wood-Look Flooring for your Home Updating the flooring in your home can be really daunting. There are so many flooring choices that buyers often become overwhelmed.

When choosing a new floor for your home you’ll want to consider which option will look the best, stay in style the longest, and hold up to the use and abuse of your household.

HARDWOOD AND LAMINATES Wood and wood-looking laminate floors continue to be preferred by new home buyers in 2019 and 2020. These floors can be made of actual wood, bamboo, cork, engineered wood (laminate) and/or tile made to look like wood.

These floors are very durable, easy to clean and hypo-allergenic.

Textured wood flooring comes in options ranging from hand-scraped to wirebrushed to distressed. Textured floors not only feel great underfoot but also reduce the risk of slips and falls making them great options for seniors.

Flooring trends don’t change as often as fashion trends (thank goodness), or even other home decor the floor you choose should stay in style for a decade or longer. Right Now you’ll find options designed to live well in farmhouse, modern, coastal and contemporary homes.

Shades of grays and gray-browns continue to be popular, but blondes are making a resurgence. All wood and wood-look flooring has been re-engineered to look more realistic with grains that mimic specific trees like oak, acacia, mahogany, chestnut and more. These new floors are so nuanced that they can even mimic the look of petrified, time-worn, or re-purposed wood.

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Textured wood flooring like the hand-scraped option above not only looks beautiful but is slip-resistant.

VINYLS New to the flooring scene is WPC (Wood Plastic Composite) or waterproof vinyls and vinyl tiles. This product looks like wood but is more durable than wood when used in water-prone areas like bathrooms.

TILE Faux wood flooring is ceramic or porcelain tile made to look like wood. These floors very are waterproof, durable and well-suited for kitchens and bathrooms. This new crop of tile mimics the look of wood so convincingly that most people have a hard time telling the diference.

They are also very cost effective, typically costing less than real wood.

Above: A sampling of the variety of colors, textures and patinas available in wood flooring today.

Pictures are samples of a smooth ash, salted oak and antique hickory.

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