Boerne Business Monthly - January 2024

Volume 16, Issue 07: January 2024

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The New Year is here! In this issue we wanted to focus on some positive, local things all of us could do in the upcoming year that just might make our lives a little fuller.

Rather than big, lofty, unattainable resolutions, why not shoot for small changes that can be implemented in our daily lives. Check out some suggestions on page 7 and see if small changes can add up to big results in 2024.

Also in this issue, we look a why giving of your time, skills and even finances is not only good for the community, but good for you as a person. Check it out in Get Involved

on page 8.

I think something fun we can all resolve to do this year is to Try New Things! In this article we list just a handful of local businesses and organizations that offer classes and workshops where you can learn something new. This is a great way to get out, have fun and support local businesses!

If getting healthier is on your list of things to achieve, check out Ideal Health Boerne.They have a brand new studio that is stunning and their passion for wellness is contagious. Learn more starting on page 10.

I hope 2024 is your best year yet – Happy New Year!

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January CONTENTS

07: goals

Small Changes = Big Results

08: volunteer

19: breaking bad habits

34: fun & games

20: homes & Land

36: finances

Design Trends for 2024

Get Involved This Year

10: feature

Ideal Health Boerne's New Studio

16: local history First Families of Kendall County

New Year Financial Resolutions

by Carol Schultz & Ariel Brooks-Stevens

22: calendar

Caleb K. Clark, Financial Advisor – Edward Jones

38: go & do

24: local author

Try New Things

30: ribbon cuttings

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New Year’s resolutions often fail because people try to do too much all at once.Start small,build on your results each day & see how far you can get towards your goals in 2024!

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This year, why not resolve to be more involved within the community? Volunteering is a rewarding and fulfilling experience that allows you to make a positive impact locally. Why not dedicate your time, skills, and energy to some of the many non-profits that are making Kendall County a better place?

Making a Difference The primary reason to volunteer in our community is the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of others.

Volunteering allows you to contribute to causes and organizations that resonate with your values and passions. Whether it's working with the elderly, helping at a local food bank, or participating in environmental clean-up initiatives, every act of volunteering enhances the well-being and quality of life for those in need.

Not only does volunteering benefit others, but it also provides a sense of fulfillment and purpose to the volunteer. The ability to positively impact someone's life, even in small ways, can be immensely empowering and satisfying. Knowing that your contributions have helped transform the lives of individuals or improved the overall state of the community fosters a deep sense of gratitude and fulfillment.

Gaining Valuable Experience and Skills Volunteering offers an invaluable opportunity to acquire new skills, knowledge, and experiences. It allows you to explore areas of interest, develop leadership abilities, and enhance your interpersonal and communication skills. Working alongside diverse teams of volunteers exposes you to different perspectives and cultures, fostering empathy and understanding.

Volunteers often gain practical experience in problem-solving, project management, and teamwork, which can be valuable assets in personal and professional growth. The skills acquired through volunteering can be transferable to various aspects of life, including career advancement, personal relationships, and self-development.

Kendall County #1 in Charitable Giving in Texas!

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Building a Stronger Community Volunteering is a catalyst for building vibrant and closelyknit communities. When individuals come together to address local challenges and contribute to the community's well-being, they create a stronger sense of social cohesion and connection. By volunteering, you have the opportunity to engage with diverse groups of people, including fellow volunteers, community members, and those they directly serve, making valuable connections and friendships along the way!

Volunteer projects often foster collaboration and collective problem-solving, encouraging community members to work together towards shared goals. This collective effort promotes a sense of belonging and unity, heightening community resilience in the face of adversity. Furthermore, by volunteering, individuals become more invested in their community, leading to a greater interest in civic affairs and a willingness to contribute to positive social change. BBM

Not sure where to start? Check out KendallCountyGivingConnections.com This site, created by a group of local volunteers, aims to be the best source of information connecting Kendall County residents with local nonprofit and community-based organizations. Currently on the site is a listing of 421 Nonprofit and Community-Based Organizations and 61 Churches. This website also serves as a resource for individuals seeking the services and assistance provided by these nonprofits and community-based organizations.

In back to back studies by SmartAsset.com performed in 2020 and 2022, Kendall County was deemed the most generous county in the state, and ranks 53 nationally, when it came to charitable causes and organizations!

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NEW STUDIO OFFERS ELEVATED EXPERIENCE FOR CLIENTS

by Lauren Stumberg | photos by The Marvelous Mrs. Lindsey

Ideal Health Boerne is excited to announce their brand-new location. “The new studio is just amazing and we couldn’t be more pleased with the way it turned out. It is light, bright, airy and has this calm, welcoming atmosphere for our clients,” said Traci Brown, co-owner and head coach of Ideal Health Boerne.

The main advantage of Ideal Health’s new space is that they now offer more gym space. According to Traci, “The gym space is where we hold our fitness classes, but also it is available to our clients to come and workout on their own as well.” The fitness classes currently offered by Ideal Health Boerne include Mat Pilates taught by Bethany Hoegemeyer, Mixxed Fit by Katie Meuth and Resistance Training by Tiffany Pressler. “Even though we have expanded the gym space, our classes still have that boutique-style, personal trainer feel that our clients love. Each class has a maximum of 8-9 people, so you are really getting the personal training

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experience without the price tag,” added Traci. Class packages are $60/month for unlimited classes and access to the open gym, or $10/class for drop-ins and the first class is free.

The whole purpose of the fitness studio at Ideal Health Boerne was to create a space that was not threatening or intimidating. “The fitness studio has really been a game changer for many of our clients.

We knew that some of our dieters would never step foot in a traditional gym, so we brought the gym to them. The classes are small, personal and suitable for any skill level. They can start where they are at and

progress from there. We have also been very intentional in choosing the fitness trainers as well,” said Brown.

Having had much success in her own weight loss journey, Traci was inspired to help others do the same. She teamed up with local physician and friend, Dr. Ben Stahl, and in 2019 they opened their own clinic. Originally located inside of Boerne Family Medicine, it didn’t take long for Ideal Health Boerne to need a larger space, and soon outgrew that space

as well. “Since we began this business we have seen our clients lose over 14,000 pounds,” said Brown. “The transformations we have witnessed among our clients have been truly inspiring.

We want so much more for them than just weight loss though. We want to help them live healthier lives and provide them with the support system they need to stay on track!”

Traci’s passion for wellness is still going strong. She recently became a NASM Certified Nutrition Coach and is working on her personal training certification. “I know what losing weight and getting healthy has done for me. It has given me my life back. I was watching life go by, I wasn’t actively participating in it. Now I do things with my kids and family. I want that continued on page 12

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for my clients too – I want their lives to be transformed just as mine has been,” said Traci enthusiastically.

As part of her journey to wellness, Traci is determined to figure out what true health looks like not only for herself, but her clients. “In addition to the original packaged food plans, we now are focusing on the creation of individual nutrition plans created to meet specific goals that incorporate whole foods and clean eating.”

Clients are given access to oneon-one coaching, wellness education, and accountability. They are taught to read labels on their food and what they are looking for. They work to create a positive mental attitude towards their health journey, while getting rid of the negative connotations of the typical diet culture. “Our clients are becoming actively involved in the process. They are owning their journey and understanding that their results are directly related to their actions. I always tell them that I make suggestions, but you make decisions.”

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“Giving my patients access to good, weight related counseling was hard up until partnering with Traci,” said Dr. Ben Stahl. “It is nice knowing that I have a trusted source to direct my patients to. She is so knowledgeable and motivational that we have been seeing great results not only in weight loss, but in the patients’ outlook and how they feel. I love that Ideal Health Boerne sees weight loss as just the first step towards achieving health and wellness. With this program we really empower our clients to change their habits and choices long term, resulting in a healthier, happier life. As a physician, I talk about weight loss with 60-70% of my patients, there are so many weight related illnesses such as high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, sleep apnea and the list goes on. With so many different weight loss plans out there, people generally see initial success, but then gain the weight back. The key here is changing your lifestyle for lasting wellness.”

Something new that Ideal Health Boerne is now offering is nutritional counseling for those who are on prescription weight loss medicine. “Dr. Stahl requires that all of his patients on this medicine come to us for nutrition counseling and accountability. It is important for these clients to be educated on proper nutrition and eating habits to not only maximize the benefits of the medicine, but to be able to change their lifestyle so they can keep the weight off once they are no longer taking it,” said Traci. This service is available to anyone taking these medications, regardless of what physician they are using. Packages start at $200 for the initial four appointments and then can be continued for maintenance and accountability as needed for $50/appointment.

According to Brown, “Teaching my clients about the life-changing benefits of a whole food nutrition-based diet has really become a passion of mine. I have seen the dramatic results of clean, healthy eating and exercise in my own life and I want that for my clients too! Being able to help others change their life for the better is what this is all about.” BBM

If you ready to make a change for the better this year, stop by and visit the new Ideal Health Boerne studio at 1015 C, N. School Street in Boerne or call (830) 431-3230.

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local history

Founder Johann Carl “Charles” Bonnet 1828 – 1892 Anna Eliza Klemm 1827 – 1878

Catherine Mary Chambers Farschon 1845 – 1939

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ponsored by the Genealogical Society of Kendall County (GSKC), The First Families of Kendall County project began in 1999.

The purpose of this project is to recognize the living descendants of persons instrumental in founding and settling of the area encompassed by present day Kendall County, Texas and to preserve the history of their families and the county.

To date, 586 applications have been approved for 318 different individuals. One hundred seventy (170) Founders and one hundred four (104) Early Settlers have been documented and recognized. They represent one hundred thirty-five (135) different families in Kendall County. There are two hundred sixty-two (262) volumes of First Families notebooks on the shelves at the Family History Place.

Here we will share with you some of the stories of those First Families who settled this beautiful area of the Texas hill country. We hope you enjoy!

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by James Hurst

Johann Carl Bonnet arrived in Texas with his parents and four siblings in 1846.

They had emigrated from Charlottenburg, Nassau, Prussia and sailed to Texas aboard the Harriet as part of the Meusebach colony. They landed at Galveston where they endured may hardships and delays, faced an epidemic of fever in Indianola, and finally reached New Braunfels after an ox-team trip of three weeks. A few months later, they moved to San Antonio, and lived in tents on the banks of the river.

By 1850, Johann Carl was known as John Charles, and he was a stone mason. In July of that year, he married Anna Eliza Klemm, and they had their first child, Caroline Emilie shortly thereafter. In 1856, he acquired a piece of ground along Joshua Creek, between Boerne and Comfort, where he raised cattle. Albert and August Beversdorf had settled there a few years earlier, and never seemed to be molested by the Indians. Charles hoped to share in their good luck, but family stories tell that the first night he moved up there, the Indians stole and slaughtered one of his fat work oxen only a few yards from where he slept. In the agricultural census of 1860, he had 15 improved acres,

145 unimproved, a horse and 71 head of cattle. By then, he and Eliza had added six more children to the household: twin girls, Elise, and Marie in 1854, Phillip in 1856, Wilhemina in 1857, Charles II in 1858, and Ernest in 1860. Charles became a citizen of the United States on December 31, 1860, through his father, Phillip Bonnet who was still living in San Antonio. Less than five weeks later, Texas seceded from the Union.

Having just sworn allegiance to his new country, is it any wonder that he and his sons were Union sympathizers?

Charles signed the petition to form Kendall County in 1859 and was on the first commissioners court in 1862. He served in the Comfort militia for precinct two. He did not serve long; his Union sympathies had him avoiding the Confederates. His brother Peter went to Mexico with Adolph Zoeller to join the Union Army. He and seven other men were shot swimming across the Rio Grande on October 12, 1862, and Peter died a few days later in Piedras Negras. At the end of 1863, after evading conscription in the Confederate Army for over 15 months, Charles and the Beversdorf brothers also traveled to Mexico to join the Union Army.

His brothers Daniel and William went with them. He enlisted in Brownsville as a private in Co H, 1st Regiment Texas Calvary, February 1, 1864, for three years, was appointed First Lieutenant and got stationed at the Gulf of New Orleans. In January 1865, he wrote his commanding officer requesting a discharge. “Being driven off by the rebs from my home in the State of Texas, I left a wife and nine children alone where there is nobody to take care for. My family is in a great want, as the last letter from my wife states, so that I am compelled to ask for my discharge.” Charles was discharged on February 7, 1865, in New Orleans but did not officially muster out until November 4th in San Antonio.

Charles returned home and continued to raise cattle, which he butchered and took to market. When the 1870 Census was taken, the oldest daughter Emilie had married and moved to Kerr County. Eliza and Charles had two more daughters, Ida, born in 1866, and Lena, born in 1868.

Eliza died 1878 and was buried in the Boerne Cemetery. Two years later, Charles married Catherine Chambers Farschon, who had a child from her previous marriage.

She and Charles had five children together. Lillian, born 1881, Joseph, born 1884, Louise, born 1886, and twin girls, Alice, and Kathryn, born 1888. Charles died in 1892

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and was buried with his first wife Anna Eliza Klemm. In 1900, Catherine was living in Boerne with three of her daughters. By 1910, she had moved to San Joaquin, California where she was living with her sons, Joseph Bonnet, and William Farschon, and her daughter-in-law, Ethel Bonnet. In 1920, Catherine Bonnet was listed as head of the household in San Joaquin. Her son Joseph was living with her, as was her stepson, 50-year-old John Bonnet. Her son, William Farschon, and daughter-in-law, Ethel, were living elsewhere, but there were three granddaughters and two grandsons living with her. Catherine passed away in San Joaquin on April 23, 1939, and was buried in the St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Modesto, California.

Charles’ grave had three stones. A broken one which was barley legible, had a death date of January 22, 1892, a government type foot stone captioned with his military service, which has his death year as 1893, and a newer stone erected by his descendants, which continued on page 18

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also lists 1893 as his death year. The new stone is inscribed with the Latin phrase which translates to “The Light Shines in the Darkness,” and “Placed in loving memory by his descendants 2005.” The project to replace the broken stone was led by Dr. Kenneth Bonnet of Riverside, Connecticut. About 30 descendants attended a memorial service on June 3, 2006, conducted by Dr. Bonnet. Family names in attendance included Kaiser, Durst, Eichelmann, Cain, Sewell, Schmidt, Kutzer and Shrader. Records from Ebensberger Funeral Home, which conducted the original burial rites and assisted with the memorial 114 years later, lists January 22, 1892, as the actual death date. BBM

To learn more about The First Families of Kendall County project visit www.gskctx.org or stop by the Family History Place at 114 E. Blanco in Boerne.

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Keep in mind that breaking a bad habit, be it big or small, takes time and effort. Researchers have found that it takes an average of 66 days for a new behavior to become a habit. Be patient with yourself and remember to celebrate small victories along the way! BBM

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Return of the Formal Dining Room

Wide open spaces are great for entertaining, but finding a separate space to create memorable family meals is what many people are looking for. A space for reconnecting over a meal, free from the distractions of a TV or a cell phone sound like just what we all need. Along with formal dining spaces, the desire for dedicated living rooms and other purpose dedicated spaces will grace design in 2024.

Nature Comes Indoors

Windows are becoming bigger and bigger, allowing more nature to play a roll in home design. Indoor plants fill empty spaces and create a tie between the indoors and outdoors. Homeowners are gravitating towards the calm, conscious design that living plants create.

Nature-inspired elements and design improve well-being, highlight a connection with nature, and awaken a sense of responsibility toward the environment. Embracing the trend could be as easy as keeping windows bare to take in the view, including pot plants, and being environmentally conscious in your design choices.

Design Trends for 2024

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Each year, experts send out their design trends for the coming year and the predictions for 2024 offers some interesting home design features. Some of the trends have been around for a while, but will play center stage instead of a supporting role.

Time will tell if we all decide to adopt some of the trends and whether they will stick around for long.

Warmer Hues for Paint and Furniture

We have become accustomed to white and grey interiors.

From white walls and white furniture to white tiles against dark grey flooring and accents. 2024 will see more earth tones and warmer neutrals. Deeper hues and the return of brown in accents and furniture colors. The more natural tones create a calm harmonious sense of balance and visual interest without overwhelming the eye.

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Cozy Quiet Luxury

"Maybe it is the ‘quiet luxury’ effect, but I anticipate a trend toward relaxed and casual luxury, specifically when it comes to furniture," says Jen Samson of Jen Samson Design. "Clients will lean more towards comfortable, lived-in furniture rather than smooth clean, and sterile looks." BBM

Personal Touches

Finally, authenticity is becoming a key pillar for interior design – and will stick around beyond the trends of 2024. Character and personality attract, and when it comes to interiors, what’s unique draws you in as every piece tells a story. Vintage finds, artisanal craftsmanship, and personalized decor bring warmth and individuality to homes. Family heirlooms and treasured pieces passed down from generations help a house feel like a home.

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January ALL MONTH LONG LIVE MUSIC AT DOG & PONY GRILL Check their Facebook/Instagram for Upcoming Performances All Month Long!

DOBBS THURSDAY KARAOKE NIGHT! 8:00pm to 11:59pm Salvador Dobbs | 512 River Road – Boerne FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS LIVE MUSIC AT TUSCULUM BREWING COMPANY! 5:30pm to 8:30pm 236 S. Main Street – Boerne Check their website or call for more information about their featured weekly musicians!

SINGER/SONGWRITER SERIES AT TAPATIO SPRINGS HILL COUNTRY RESORT La Cascada Table & Bar – Patio 6:30pm to 10:30pm 1 Resort Way – Boerne SATURDAYS A DAY AT THE FARM AND FARMERS MARKET 9:00am to 1:00pm 33 Herff Road – Boerne Hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food or get new recipe ideas!

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JANUARY 6 TROUT FEST 10:00am to 2:00pm | Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Road 31 – Spring Branch Join fellow anglers of all ages as they try their luck at fishing for rainbow trout stocked by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Inland Fisheries Division.

Bring your gear, enthusiasm, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the river as your fishing backdrop for the day. Don't miss this fin-tastic experience!

JANUARY 8 KC COMMISSIONERS COURT 9:00am to 11:00am Kendall County Courthouse 201 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne JANUARY 9 & 23 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm Boerne City Hall JANUARY 10 VISITING AUTHOR: LISA NEIDHART 6:00pm to 8:00 pm The Boerne Bookshop 153 S. Main, Ste 120 – Boerne

Calendar of Events JANUARY 11 SCENIC OVERLOOK NATURE HIKE AT GRSP 9:00am to 10:30am Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Road 31 – Spring Branch Join a Texas Master Naturalist to learn about local geological features, the importance of water, and local flora and fauna. This easy trail is less than 3/4 mile long and mostly level with some rocky areas. All ages and friendly dogs on leash are welcome!

No need to register—just show up!

Meet: Outside the Discovery Center Bring: Sturdy footwear, water, and sun protection JANUARY 13, 20 & 27 Honey Creek Nature Hike 9:00am to 11:30am Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Road 31 – Spring Branch Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek! Sponsored by The Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area, join certified guides for an interpretive hike to one of the last pristine bodies of water in Texas, Honey Creek, to learn about the area's natural and cultural history. The trail is about 2 miles long and moderate in difficulty; much of it is flat, but there are some rocky areas, slopes, and two steep but short hills.

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Rick Maxson is proud to have published Under the Pearl Moon. In it, the gorgeous poems are accompanied by interludes of evocative memoir, where we travel with Rick from Ohio to Spain, California to Carolina, Texas to Florida—and more. Maxson has moved more times than you can count, and with each move he's brought poetry forward to this crowning moment. A lifetime of experience, gathered into a luminous book of poems, Under the Pearl Moon takes you into the arms of love, wisdom, nature—and, of course, a glorious share of pearls and the moon.

Maxson is the Every Day Poems permissions editor and a contributor at Tweetspeak Poetry. His poems have been published in Tania Runyan’s How to Read a Poem: Based on the Billy Collins Poem “Introduction to Poetry” and How to Write a Form Poem: A Guided Tour of 10 Fabulous Forms, as well as in Sara Barkat’s Earth Song: A Nature Poems Experience. Maxon’s work has also appeared on The Poetry Foundation’s The Slowdown podcast.

"In Under the Pearl Moon, Richard Maxson brings several places into their fullness, exploring them through memory, relationship, rejection, and layer on layer of wonder and questioning. These poems, each with jewel-like detail, help to tell a story

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of longing, leaving, return, and promise.”

— Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, author of All the Honey “I absolutely love this book. Under the Pearl Moon is more than a collection of masterful poems; it is a chronicle of a well-lived life.

Weaving prose pieces with poetry, Rick Maxson skillfully creates a rich personal mythology of geography and memory—from the 1950s to present day, from growing up in a Craftsman home in Columbus, Ohio, to adult life in rural romantic North Carolina, and then on to Florida. His paradise may in fact be along North Carolina’s Eno River where he would ‘so quietly live / among the particles of light and air,’ and yet his poem, ‘Tree Frog,’ encapsulates the compelling, grand theme of the collection: ‘You make me remember...the mysteries of the world...as I stumble in darkness with open eyes.’”

— Dave Malone, author of O: Love Poems from the Ozarks “Rick Maxson’s poems — interspersed with brief personal essays bridging the geographical and psychic residencies of his life—sing with birds living inside a Home Depot, scintillate with ‘solder stars’ from a father’s glass workshop, and stick to our fingers like the powdery binding of a decaying book of fairy tales. In the sensory intricacies of Maxson’s language, we find a poetry so personal, so singularly woven with the memories of a life lived reflectively, that we can’t help but find our own stories in the pages. Reading these poems is like basking in shared moonlight.”

— Tania Runyan, author of How to Read a Poem and How to Write a Form Poem “In lines full of music and pleasure and longing, Rick Maxson plots the rivers of his life, offering glimpses of love and hardship, of the working-class neighborhood where he spent his boyhood, of his travels and travails, his parents’ desires and desperation, and his own path into a life rich with change. By making art of memory, he reminds us that we are ‘sounds living for a moment, each one / disappearing into the next, / then each one gone.’”

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except for service dogs Meet: Outside the Rust House (located within Guadalupe River State Park) Bring: Sturdy footwear, water, and sun protection Registration is required for this event.

JANUARY 13 SECOND SATURDAY AUTHOR SIGNING 11:00am to 1:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library – Library Lobby 451 N. Main St. – Boerne On the Second Saturday of each month the library features an author in the lobby who is happy to talk with visitors, sell books and then sign the copies. The January author is Shawna Holly, and her book is called The Stories We Keep.

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STAR PARTY AT GRSP 6:00pm to 8:00pm Guadalupe River State Park | 3350 Park Road 31 – Spring Branch Members of the San Antonio Astronomical Association and park staff will be on site with their telescopes to point out the moon, constellations, planets and more. Drop-in any time between 6pm and 8pm!

Where: This event will be held in the large overflow parking lot (just up the road from the big river parking lot). Look for the big blue 'Stargazing Tonight' sign on the park road just across from this parking lot.

If you arrive after hours and do not have an existing day pass reservation, please use the self-pay station in the parking lot of the park office to pay your entrance fee in cash or write down your Texas State Parks Pass information on the self-pay envelope. You can also make a 'day use' reservation online and pay with your credit card at: texasstateparks. reserveamerica.com JANUARY 9 & 27 BLUEGRASS JAM 11:00am to 1:00pm The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center 102 City Park Road – Boerne Bring your instrument and play along or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jams while exploring the exhibits and grounds of The AgriCultural.

KUHLMANN-KING MUSEUM TOURS 12:00pm to 3:00pm Kuhlmann-King Historical Complex 402 East Blanco Road - Boerne Step back in time to experience and explore how a Boerne family would have lived in the late 1800s. Tours are free but donations are always welcome. Keep an eye out for different educational programs each month.

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JANUARY 18 LIVE AT THE LIBRARY: JOHN LOMAX, III 7:00pm to 9:00pm Library Amphitheater | 451 N. Main Street – Boerne This month's concert features John Lomax III, whose a capella LOMAX ON LOMAX SHOW tells the story of a remarkable family. Four generations of Lomaxes have been finding, recording, promoting, preserving, and presenting unique American music for 140 years!

JANUARY 20 FISHING WITH A RANGER AT GRSP 9:00am to 11:00am New to fishing? No problem! We will teach you the basics. No tackle?

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We had a fun morning helping kick-off the 39th Annual Oma’s Christmas Fair hosted by Kendall County Fair Association with a special ribbon cutting ceremony!Oma’s Christmas Fair was December 2nd & 3rd and is a hand crafted market show that features 3 buildings of exciting and unique merchandise produced and showcased by 130+ vendors from across Texas! Not only do they offer shopping, but there’s fun activities for the kids including coloring contests, door prizes, delicious food, and even a meet and greet with Santa! Be sure to visit their website at kcfa.org/p/other/omas-christmas-fair or call (830) 5374096 for more information.

Hill Country Women in Business has a diverse membership base made up of executives, entrepreneurs, seasoned and entry level professionals in ALL industries! Their community works to empower and change the lives of women within the organization, and offers support, training, and tools which enable women to access their wisdom and power, to know themselves on a deeper level, and to be the best they can be on a personal and professional level. HCWIB is always looking for new women to join their group! If you are interested in becoming a member or checking out their next event, head over to their website hcwib.net to sign up or send them an email hillcountrywomeninbusiness@gmail.com.

We had a super sweet morning celebrating NobiliTea - Boerne’s Grand Opening with a special ribbon cutting ceremony! NobiliTea’s mission is to quench thirst, spread joy, and promote healthy communities by serving superior products to every customer. They ensure their products are of the finest quality, and control tea purchasing, processing, blending, and packaging, as well as the global distribution of tea used in the daily operations! They offer a wide variety of teas, loose leaf options, boba, Christmas themed specials, accessories and more! Stop by and visit them today at 428 W Bandera Road in Boerne or check out their website nobilitea.us!

Vena Homes offers luxurious, modern style farmhouse, barndominium, traditional, and contemporary homes in the beautiful Texas Hill Country! They pride themselves on their personal sales consultants, creative design, experienced project managers, knowledgeable financing partners, quality building materials and more! With a smooth and stress-free process, they’re committed to delivering you a brand new home within 6 months. They currently have a few homes available in Tapatio Springs, in their Heartland section! Learn more about Vena Homes and these beautiful homes in Tapatio by going to the Vena Homes website vena-homes. com, sending an email venahomesllc@gmail.com or calling them at (210) 286-7589.

Discover Fish City Grill - South Rim - your go to spot for awesome seafood that’s just a few miles away located at 5311 N Loop 1604 West, Suite 124 in San Antonio! Their menu is filled with made-from-scratch options prepared to perfection.

You’ll find everything to satisfy your craving, from house-made gumbo, and a variety of freshly shucked oysters to delightful entrees with shrimp, salmon, and catfish.Their friendly team is here to make your visit amazing every time. And that’s not all; they have daily chalkboard specials, changing twice a day, so there’s always something new to savor. Swing by and enjoy honest, delicious seafood - it’s what they do best! Visit their website fishcitygrill.com to view their menu and/or make reservations, you can also call them at (210) 236) 7073.

We were thrilled to help celebrate Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits- Boerne, TX’s new management today with a special ribbon cutting ceremony! They are welcoming new General Manager, Mark Evans, who is coming to the business with over 20 years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry! Located at 1540 River Road in Boerne, just minutes away from the local hotspots, offers a great spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy! They’re the perfect place for the family, as they have a large outdoor area with a playground for the kids! Check out their menu on their website infernospizzeria.com/boerne.

Martini & Company is your own, personal Italian Sommelier!

Owners, Dahlia and Raffaele offer wine paring dinners, pasta making classes, fresh focaccia bread delivery and more! Book your private, four course dinner with up to 18 guests, and choose your own fully customizable menu, or get creative with a fun, handmade pasta making class! Give them a call at (830) 428-6090 or email martiniwines@gmail.com today for a free consultation and to learn all about their services and classes that are perfect for any holiday party, family event, office party, birthday, anniversary and so much more! Be sure to visit their website martiniandcompany.com for more information.

The mission at Nature’s Presence is to help people live healthy, fulfilling lives by providing the highest quality natural supplements and wellness products, sharing their expertise, and educating the community. Their friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate staff is committed to providing their customers with the resources they need to make informed decisions about their health and wellness.

From ethically sourced herbs, vitamins, essential oils, CBD products and even pet supplements, they have an extremely wide range of products for every part of your health journey.

Stop by today and shop around at 807 N Main Street in Boerne! You can call (830) 249-4603 or visit their website naturespresenceboerne.com for more information.

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MUSIC IN THE CAVE: ACOUSTIC EIDOLON EXPERIENCE 7:00pm to 9:00pm Cave Without a Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Head underground at the Cave Without a Name for 'Acoustic Eidolon', featuring Joe Scott (double-neck guitjo) and Hannah Alkire (cello), returns to the cave with uniquely original sound created by mixing diverse musical backgrounds and unusual instrumentation. From Colorado, the duo has graced stages throughout the US, Europe, Australia, and Canada with their signature 'new acoustic' sound and boundless possibilities in blending Celtic, Americana, World and Flamenco musical influences.

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JANUARY 25 WINE & WRITE 7:00pm to 9:30 pm | The Boerne Bookshop 153 S. Main, Ste 120 – Boerne Wine, Writing, & Casual Fun! Last Thursday of the month January through October. $20 - Ages 21+. Jason Waltz: writer, editor, publisher.

COMEDY NIGHT AT FREE ROAM BREWING COMPANY 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Free Roam Brewing Company 235 South Main Street – Boerne Free Roam Brewing is proud to host a hilarious Comedy Night every last Thursday of every month. From local comedians to well renowned comedians, stop by the brewery and get your laugh on. For ages 18+. Be sure to follow Free Roam Brewing on Instagram + Facebook to see who the comedians will be. Please RSVP online and arrive early to claim your seat.

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JANUARY 27 WINTER WOODLANDS: RIPARIAN WALK 9:00am to 12:00pm Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne Join a Cibolo Land Steward on a hike along The Cibolo Riparian Zone and examine practical land management and stewardship techniques in action, talk soil conservation and tree identification, and learn how to make a land

BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS: THE SWINGLES 7:30pm to 9:30pm Boerne Champion Auditorium 201 Charger Blvd – Boerne With their trademark vocal dexterity and innate musicality, The Swingles are reimagining jazz, classical, folk, and pop from their ever-growing repertoire of arrangements alongside a rich vein of new original material. This 5-time Grammy Award-winning group of seven has the ability to seamlessly blend a timeless sound that mesmerizes and thrills audiences. Much admired and loved, this vocal group has a natural flair for entertainment with stylish and classy shows. The Swingles will not disappoint! Come get your swing on with the Swingles! www.boerneperformingarts.com for tickets BBM

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Now that we’ve reached 2024, you might be thinking about your goals and hopes for the new year. But in addition to whatever personal resolutions you might make — volunteering, going to the gym more, learning a new language and others — why not make some financial resolutions, too?

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BUILD AN EMERGENCY FUND. If you suddenly needed a major home or car repair, or received a large medical bill not fully covered by insurance, would you have the funds available?

If not, you might be forced to dip into your retirement accounts or other long-term investments. To avoid this possibility, try to build an emergency fund containing several months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid, low-risk account that’s separate from the ones you use to meet your daily expenses. It can take a while to build such a fund, but if you make it a priority and contribute regular amounts each month, you can make good progress.

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Learning a new skill or hobby can enrich your life. This year, why not embrace your sense of adventure and try out a class or two from one of the many local businesses and organizations that offer something for everyone, not matter what your interests may be!

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Elevate your culinary skills with a pasta making class or wine pairing dinner from Martini & Company or take a charcuterieboard workshop. martiniandcompany.com theboardcouple.com sociallycured.com hillcountrycravings.com Each month the Patrick Heath Public Library offers a host of classes and activities for adults and kids from activities like Chinese caligraphy, drawing, book discussion groups, fitness classes and more! ci.boerne.tx.us BBM

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