Boerne Business Monthly - September 2019

Volume 12, Issue 03: September 2019

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publisher's note School has started and fall is just around the corner! As the weather begins to cool, it seems like the Calendar of Events heats up. Be sure to check out the articles on the many fun community events such as the Hill Country Shrimp & Music Fest, the Boerne Retailers’ Style Show and Shopping Event and the Family Ranch Rodeo Fest.

September is Peripheral Arterial Disease (P.A.D.) Awareness Month. Chances are you have no idea what that is, but you should since this disease affects one in every twenty Americans over the age of fifty. Turn to page 16 to learn more about this disease and Peripheral Vascular Associates (PVA).

Also in this issue, Rich Barkley with Prime Capital Investment Advisors shares with us the many reasons that business owners should utilize the services of an investment advisor, and we have lots of great local news and information!

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T H E M O S T I M P O R TA N T NUMBERS A BANK C A N T H R O W A T YO U

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Do business owners need financial advisors?

by Rich Barkley, Financial Advisor for Prime Capital Investment Advisors

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Many small business owners spend a large portion of their lives starting, growing, building and transitioning their business which requires a large number of critical financial decisions. Should business owners consider the direct connection between their personal assets and business assets? Should business owners utilize a Financial Advisor? And tie the business into their comprehensive / customized financial plan?

The answer is yes! Comprehensive Financial Plans take into account, a) Asset Allocation, b) Business Valuation, c) Succession Plans, d) Exit Strategies, etc. and all tie to the Retirement Plans of business owners.

Business owners need to look into these different topics, as well as the funding of their Retirement Accounts. These complexities deserve solutions from a Financial Advisor. Some Financial Advisors may have a tendency not to give enough importance to a client’s business, and/or the businesses value.

In many cases, business owners are over allocated in their small business. By definition, small businesses are often considered high risk investments. The business owner’s excuses are usually along the lines that “we are in control” or that “this is what we know” or that “we don’t have time”. Although these statements may have some validity, this should not be the reason to “put all of our eggs in one basket”. The business diversification should be as important as it is to an individual investor. Most of the time we focus on the daily battles of the business, the non-urgent issues are potentially not priority. Business Owners in many cases don’t “pull a few chips off the table” and continue to sink ALL resources back into their micro-market, high risk investment known as – The Business.

There should be a plan, strategy by the Financial Advisor, that tie a financial Plan to Net Worth and the factors affecting Net Worth.

Your net worth, in most cases, will obviously be tied to your business,

hence your business value. These Financial Plans incorporating the business value, and will add clarity, direction and will be correlated to the owner’s financial plan/strategy.

The Business Owner’s Succession Plan is either a plan or no plan.

The proper business succession is a series of strategies that reinforce and grows a business. This helps a business owner optimize value at time of exit. Will the business owner fully retire, sell to an outside buyer, transition to the next generation, simply step away?

Business owners (Entrepreneurs) may have different mindsets and experiences than those who have not owned their own business. Many business consultants or professionals, have never owned and operated a business. The only constant variable in the financial world is change.

There are numerous new resources in the financial world that should be considered by business owners. The focus should be to increase net worth and to impact trajectory of the Business Enterprise, toward Value and Growth.

This all is directly correlated with the Retirement Vision, Estate Planning, Succession Strategy, Exit Plan and the goals, priorities of the business owner. So, should business owners work with a Financial Planner? BBM Rich Barkley is a financial advisor and investment representative for Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA).

Prior to joining PCIA, Rich was a small business owner in Boerne, TX. Rich uses his 16+ years of entrepreneurial experience to partner with high net worth individuals and business owners, providing customized financial solutions to their unique and specific financial goals.

Rich and his wife have lived in Boerne for 25 years, and now have two daughters. In his spare time, Rich enjoys exercising, spending time outdoors and supporting the Boerne community.

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September 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

EACH SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER FARMERS MARKET AT THE CIBOLO 9:00am to 1:00pm | Herff Farm 33 Herff Road – Boerne Shop fresh local produce, farm fresh eggs, breads, jams, jellies, local honey and Texas Hill Country arts and crafts at the historic Herff Farm at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne.

Enjoy free live music, gardening classes, cooking demonstrations and children’s craft activities, too.This popular Texas Hill Country outdoors farmers market will be open to the public every Saturday from March 2nd through November.

SEPTEMBER 2 LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 5 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR DR. FERDINAND L. HERFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5:30pm to 6:30pm 604 Esperanza Blvd. – Boerne SEPTEMBER 7 NEW & LUXURY AUTO SHOW: PRESENTED BY MARK MOTORS 10:00am to 6:00pm | Boerne's Main Plaza 100 N. Main St. – Boerne The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the 2nd Annual New & Luxury Auto Show.

Some of this year's most anticipated car models will be on display, full of cutting-edge technology and style.

This is the perfect opportunity to compare brands and models in the perfect setting - Downtown Boerne.

Whether you are a car enthusiast, first-time car buyer or simply just looking for something to do with the family over the weekend, there is definitely something for everyone.

STAR PARTY IN THE PARK All Day | Guadalupe River Park 3350 Park Rd 31 – Spring Branch Join the San Antonio Astronomical Association for an evening of stargazing, both with the naked eye and through telescopes! Check the park’s Facebook page by 4 pm that day, or call the park the day of the event for updates on cancellation due to

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weather and cloud coverage. Held at the large Overflow Parking lot (just up the road from the Day Use area). $7 per person ages 13 and up, kids 12 and under are always free!

HOT ROD NIGHT 6:30pm | Soda Pops 103 N. Main – Boerne Live Music! Classic Cars & Hot Rods Cruise In! Hot Rod Saturday Nights are reminiscent of Old Fashioned Americana Street Parties...A gathering place for old and new friends.The Ricky Adams Band takes the stage (classic rock and classic country)!

SEPTEMBER 9 KENDALL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT 9:00am to 11:00am Kendall County Courthouse 201 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne SEPTEMBER 10 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne

SEPTEMBER 13 TOY STORY PARTY! 6:00pm to 7:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library Community Room 451 North Main Street – Boerne You've got a friend in me! Come to this fun party and celebrate the popular Toy Story 4.There will be games, crafts, songs, and much more to keep every cowpoke or space ranger entertained.

SEPTEMBER 14 KUHLMANN – KING MUSEUM TOUR 12:00pm to 3:00pm | 402 E. Blanco – Boerne Located behind Boerne City Hall the Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when”. Open every Second Saturday of each month from 12pm-3pm. Please email to schedule a personalized tour.

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SECOND SATURDAY AUTHOR SIGNING 11:00am to 1:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library 451 North Main Street – Boerne The Second Saturday Author Signing for September will feature area author Kelly Mack McCoy. He'll be on hand to sign copies of his first novel, "Rough Way to the High Way." This book is the first in a series of novels about the adventures of trucker turned pastor. continued on page 14

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SEPTEMBER 12 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR AMERICAN LEGION CAPTAIN MARK 'TYLER' VOSS 11:30am to 2:00pm | Boerne Chamber of Commerce Boardroom 121 S. Main St. – Boerne The American Legion, Captain Mark "Tyler" Voss Post 313 was chartered on 01/14/19. Recognized as an “A Centennial Post” for being chartered during the 100th anniversary of the Legion "1919-2019."

GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR FLEUR BOTANICALS 1:30 pm | 1109 S. Main St., Ste. 101 – Boerne Fleur Botanicals is a botanicals shop that specializes in helping you find CBD products, through education and consultation.

GBCC BOERNE AFTER 5 MIXER: HOSTED BY DIETZ-MCLEAN OPTICAL & JOHNSON EYE CARE 5:00pm to 7:00pm 1375 S. Main St. – Boerne

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Texas' job creation has accelerated since March 2019. According to the Real Estate Center's latest Monthly Review of the Texas Economy, the state gained 323,300 nonagricultural jobs from July 2018 to July 2019, an annual growth rate of 2.6 percent, higher than the nation’s employment growth rate of 1.5 percent.

The nongovernment sector added 316,600 jobs, an annual growth rate of 3 percent, also more than the nation’s employment growth rate of 1.7 percent in the private sector.

Texas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in July 2019 was 3.4 percent, lower than the 3.8 percent rate in July 2018. The nation’s rate decreased from 3.9 to 3.7 percent.

All Texas industries except the information industry had more jobs. The construction industry ranked first in job creation followed by other services; leisure and hospitality; transportation, warehousing, and utilities; mining and logging; financial activities; and manufacturing.

All Texas metro areas except Victoria had more jobs. Dallas-Plano-Irving ranked first in job creation followed by Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood, HoustonThe Woodlands-Sugar Land, Odessa, McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, and AustinRound Rock.

The state’s actual unemployment rate in July 2019 was 3.7 percent. Midland had the lowest unemployment rate followed

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SEPTEMBER 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d SEPTEMBER 14 SECOND SATURDAY BLUEGRASS JAM 1:00pm to 3:00pm | The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural!

(Formerly the Agricultural Heritage Museum) This event is free and open to the public.

MOONDANCE CONCERT SERIES 7:00pm | 140 City Park Road Cibolo Nature Center – Boerne BYOB, chair, and picnic for a concert beneath the Texas stars!

SEPTEMBER 14-15 MARKET DAYS 10:00am to 4:00pm | Main Plaza 100 N. Main – Boerne On the second weekend of every month, Main Plaza is home to a magical outdoor market.

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SEPTEMBER 17 WORKSHOP: PRODUCING CONSISTENT SALES RESULTS 8:30am to 9:30am | Boerne Chamber of Commerce Boardroom 121 S. Main St. –Boerne Robert Upton with Texas Business Buyers will cover: How to develop a consistent sales process that works, Implement accountability and value for your sales team, Utilizing technology to stay on track to generate more revenue You will leave with information you can implement in your business. $5 for Members and Future Members – Includes Breakfast!

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SEPTEMBER 19 LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N. Main St. – Boerne Featuring the musical group "Mark Monaco and the Strayhearts." They describe their music as Americana. Join us at the Amphitheater. Bring lawn chairs or blankets.

A THIRST FOR NATURE EVENT 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne Every third Thursday of the month, the Cibolo Nature Center hosts a specially themed event where you can learn about the different plant and wildlife of Boerne and the Hill Country's surrounding areas. Sip on an adult beverage made to match the theme for that month for those who are of age, or choose the nonalcoholic version for the kiddos! $10 for Adults, $5-Kids Under 6 Free!

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Why would you ignore pain in your legs? You wouldn’t ignore chest pain. Many times we don’t have time to deal with foot or leg pain or we just don’t consider leg pain to be a serious medical issue. However, leg pain can be an indicator of serious vascular problems or peripheral arterial disease also known as P.A.D. Peripheral arterial disease (P.A.D.) is a narrowing or blockage of the blood vessels in the legs, which leads to decreased blood flow or circulation problems. These circulation problems can reduce mobility and are associated with an increased risk of heart attack, stroke or even amputation.

“Peripheral arterial disease is known as a “silent killer” because many patients have no visible symptoms,” said Dr. Mark Wengrovitz,

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Vascular Surgeon with Peripheral Vascular Associates (PVA). “Some common factors of P.A.D. are fatigue, heaviness in the limbs, tiredness or cramping in the calf, thigh, or buttocks that occur during movement and disappear with rest; foot or toe pain when in a sedentary position, and skin wounds or ulcers that are slow to heal. These open wounds increase the risk for infection and can facilitate an amputation if left untreated.”

In the U.S., approximately 8 million people suffer from P.A.D. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, one in every twenty Americans over the age of fifty has P.A.D. Peripheral arterial disease can reduce mobility and is associated with an increased risk of a heart attack and stroke and can be fatal if left untreated.

SEPTEMBER IS PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE (P.A.D.) AWARENESS MONTH “In the San Antonio and surrounding communities, the risks of developing P.A.D. is higher due to the increased prevalence of individuals with diabetes, smoking, and obesity related health issues,” said Dr. Seth Fritcher, PVA Vascular Surgeon. “But we are committed to bringing attention to and educating patients about this devastating disease.”

While everyone over the age of fifty is at risk for P.A.D., the risk increases if a person: • Smokes, or used to smoke • Has diabetes • Has high blood pressure • Has abnormal blood cholesterol • Has a personal history of coronary artery disease or stroke For Dr. Fritcher and Dr. Wengrovitz, PVA Vascular Surgeons that provide care at the Boerne location, being able to drastically improve the quality of life for their patients is very rewarding. “We are saving lives and saving limbs in people that still have much life left to

pictured: Dr. Seth Fritcher and Dr. Mark Wengrovitz live,” said Dr. Wengrovitz. “Vascular is a very rewarding surgical specialty. It is extremely detailed and the cases are often not straight-forward. I enjoy the complexity of the cases,” added Dr. Fritcher.

Both doctors agree that technological advances have revolutionized vascular medicine. “Now, many procedures that required surgeries with extensive recovery times can be done in minimally invasive ways, with patients going home the same day. Our practice is constantly changing, growing and evolving,” said Dr. Fritcher. continued on page 18

I Really Don’t Think I’d Be Here Today if Not For PVA

Lila Ward’s connection to PVA started back in late 1999. “Dr. Wengrovitz has been my doctor since that time and I think I might have been one of his first patients when he moved to San Antonio,” said Lila, from her home in Lake Hills, where she has lived since 1977.

A mother of five, grandmother of nine and great grandmother of 10, Lila enjoys traveling to visit family as often as she can. When she’s at home, she loves volunteering, attending state political conventions and walking with her beloved dog, appropriately named My Lady.

But over the years, Lila’s P.A.D. has kept her from traveling as much as she would like and has prevented her from walking without pain. In early 2000, she found herself in a hospital surgical holding room, at high risk of amputation. The revision surgery of an aortic femoral bypass had failed to restore enough blood flow to keep her leg working properly.

When Dr. Mark Wengrovitz came in to speak with her, he told her he thought he could help and they agreed to try one last

time to save her leg. Dr. Wengrovitz performed an Axillobifemoral Bypass, a tricky procedure that links the axillary artery in the shoulder to the femoral arteries in the leg using a flexible plastic tube called a graft.This restores the blood supply to the leg.

The surgery was a success and the rest is happy history.

Nearly 20 years have passed since that fateful day. Lila still goes to PVA every six months for a checkup and she’s had revision surgeries a time or two over the years. “When I go in for my scans, I always see the same people and it’s good to see a familiar face,” she said. “They are very thorough and caring. They take their time with me and answer all my questions. The entire PVA staff is just a godsend for me.”

Lila has high regard and warm feelings for her trusted doctor and surgeon, Dr. Wengrovitz. “He’s always there for me and he never gives up,” said Lila. “Today, my life is full and I am able to watch my grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up.

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“A lot of this is patient driven, there is significantly less open surgery and we now are able to do so much more non-invasively, which is what our patients want.”

According to Dr. Wengrovitz and Dr. Fritcher, most of the patients that they see don’t require surgery. Instead, the doctors at PVA use their surgical and medical knowledge to advise patients on how to get back to a normal lifestyle. “Some of our patients have been with us 20 years. Vascular disease isn’t curable, but we can put a program in place to help them get their life back. We develop lifelong bonds with our patients,” said Dr. Wengrovitz.

Peripheral Vascular Associates, or PVA, was founded in 1975 and has become one of the largest single specialty vascular groups in the nation. With 20 vascular surgeons and 18 convenient clinic locations throughout South Texas, PVA is committed to offering quality vascular care for every patient, every day. Vascular surgeons are the only specialists extensively trained to provide all treatment options including diagnostic ultrasound testing, medical management, minimally invasive balloon surgeries, stents, traditional surgery, and prosthetic care. No matter what stage of vascular disease a person may have, PVA can help.

According to Dr. Wengrovitz, “We are committed to providing complete and comprehensive state-of-the-art care to the residents of San Antonio and South Texas. Our mission is to continually work with our physician colleagues in the management of any vascular problem, to provide education to the community about the risk factors associated with P.A.D., and to maintain our position as the leader in vascular care.”

“Our Boerne location opened seven years ago,” said Dr. Fritcher,

“And in that time our practice here has grown right along with the town.

On the days we are open here, our days are full. Dr. Wengrovitz and I see on average 30 patients in a day at the Boerne location. There is definitely a need here and we have plans to expand our Boerne clinic.

We are here to serve this community. We are available to the local primary care physicians and are committed to developing vascular disease awareness in the community and improving the level of vascular care available here.” BBM

To schedule an appointment call (210) 237-4444 or visit PVASATX.COM to learn more.

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Tech 1 Computer Repair & Services of Boerne, Texas was founded by Jesse Arreola in 2007. In November 2013, Jesse opened the new shop in Bandera, Texas. Both shops were established to accommodate the high demand of Boerne/Bandera/Pipe Creek/Lake Hills area customers. Jesse and his team of technicians have a combined 15+ years of professional experience. You can find the Boerne Tech 1 Computer shop at 115 West Highland and the phone number is (830) 815-8324. Be sure to visit the website tech1computers.net to view the list of services they provide.

Texas Auto Curators owner Garrett Golibart’s focus is on preserving the life, integrity, and value of cherished automobiles by preforming paint correction, precision detailing, followed by sealing in the entirety of a vehicle with a Ceramic Glass Coating. They will be hosting a Grand Opening this Saturday, August 10th from 6 to 9:30 pm. You can find Texas Auto Curators at 229 Market Ave., Ste. 100 in Boerne, Texas or call (830) 3312519 for more information or to set up an appointment. Be sure to like and follow their facebook page facebook.com/TexasAutoCurators.

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You find Taylor and Dalton at the SWBC Employee Benefits Consulting Group’s office located at 9311 San Pedro Avenue, Ste. 550 in San Antonio, Texas. Their phone number is (210) 525-1241 and you can visit their website swbc.com/employee-benefits-consulting-group.

A huge congratulations to Miralomas on the Groundbreaking for the new 65 home section in their subdivision this morning! Miralomas is a beautiful and thoughtfully planned community located at 440 State Hwy 46 West, Boerne Texas with an amazing surrounding view of the Texas hill country. Their new section includes homesites with multiple builders like Casadomaine, Gresham, Holloway and Prestige Homes, priced at $450,000 - $600,000 and ranging in size from 2,400 - 3,300 sq. ft. Give Pam Hodges at Miralomas a call at 830-331-8546 if you have any questions or visit their website miralomas.com.

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McCammon & Murray is a Trust & Estate Planning Law Firm. With nearly 40 years of experience combined, President Shawn McCammon and his team’s goal is to help their community and clients with setting up Wills, Living Trust, Power of Attorney, Health Care Directive or anyone needing assistance with trust and estate administration. You can find McCammon & Murray PC at 138 Old San Antonio Road in Boerne and also call them at 830-251-2115 . Be sure to visit their website mccammonmurray.com to learn more about how they can help you.

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The first-ever Hill Country Shrimp & Music Fest will take place Saturday, September 21st, 2pm-10pm at the Agricultural Heritage Center in Boerne, Texas (102 City Park Rd, Boerne, Texas 78006). Shrimp and music lovers in the Boerne, San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country areas can enjoy great food, continuous live music from a wide variety of genres and kids’ activities highlighting this all-day festival.

Shrimp, shrimp & more shrimp! A wide variety of shrimp will be available for purchase from local food trucks including: Fire House Fare, Chilito’s Express, Maniac Burgers, Mr. Fish, Curb Food Truck, Southern Gals and Bull Gogi Boys. Scrumptious selections such as Shrimp Jambalaya and surprising combinations like Garlic Pecan Shrimp Tacos and a Surf & Turf Burrito are just a few of the choices available to tempt taste buds.

Guests can also cool off and enjoy something sweet from Tin Can Custard or Orange Leaf.

Watch and cheer-on High School Culinary Arts Students and Home Cooks as they compete in the Shrimp & Music Fest Food Challenge judged by local celebrities.

The music line up features a diverse range of talent, starting with the 90’s alternative and classic rock sounds from The Real Decoys. Ruben V will entertain the audience with his signature blues rock and over-the-top guitar skills followed by the supersoulful sounds of Dave Fenley from The Voice and America’s Got Talent. Sonic Radio will have everyone dancing to their 80’s covers as they close the evening.

A kids’ area will feature magicians, face painters and fun games and activities

for all ages.

Parking is free at adjacent Boerne City Park and the Kendall County Fairgrounds.

Tickets are available on EventBrite.com at: https://bit.ly/2YQLUV4. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Children under 12 are admitted free. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $100, providing access to a VIP lounge with drink tickets, snacks and private bar.

A portion of the proceeds from the Hill Country Shrimp & Music Fest will benefit Shared Beat, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that supports the health needs of the children and families living around the Guatemala City dump. Shared Beat empowers them through health and wellness care and education so they can achieve self-reliance and a positive future.

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SEPTEMBER 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d SEPTEMBER 21 HILL COUNTRY SHRIMP AND MUSIC FEST 2:00pm to 10:00pm | The AgriCultural 102 City Park Road – Boerne This will be the first ever Hill Country Shrimp and Music Fest! Shrimp and music lovers throughout the Boerne community, San Antonio and Texas Hill Country can enjoy great food, continuous live music from a wide variety of genres and kids' activities highlighting this all-day festival.

A kids' area will feature magicians, face painters and fun games and activities for all ages. Parking is free at adjacent Boerne City Park and the Kendall County Fairgrounds.Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Children under 12 are admitted free. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $100, providing access to a VIP lounge with drink tickets, snacks and a private bar.

Tickets $20 in Advance, $25 at the Door.

BOERNE RETAILERS' STYLE SHOW AND SHOPPING EVENT 6:00pm | The Bevy Hotel 101 Herff Road – Boerne The Boerne Retailer’s Style Show and Shopping Event provides a great opportunity for you to experience one of the best fashion events of the fall! Attendees can expect a cocktail hour with pop-up shops on display, each represented by the local Boerne retailers. Shop and socialize before the show begins, then marvel at the fun fall fashions (available at participating local shops) modeled on the runway! Tickets can be purchased online in advance, and there will be a raffle. A percentage of the proceeds from this event will support the Kendall County Women's Shelter.

HOT ROD NIGHT 6:30pm | Soda Pops 103 N. Main – Boerne Live Music! Classic Cars & Hot Rods Cruise In! Hot Rod Saturday Nights are reminiscent of Old Fashioned Americana Street Parties...A gathering place for old and new friends.The Ricky Adams Band takes the stage (classic rock and classic country)!

FALL EQUINOX - CELEBRATION CIRCLE 7:00pm | Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Enjoy an eclectic mixture of uplifting contemporary acoustic songs, ancient instrumentation, improvisation and contemplation celebrating the Fall Equinox. Featuring the words and music of songwriter/performance artist Rudi Harst and the Circle Band. Advance until 5 PM day of show - $25; At the Door - $30 SEPTEMBER 23 FIRST DAY OF FALL

SEPTEMBER 24 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR HILL COUNTRY MEMORIAL'S NEW CLINIC LOCATION 11:30am to 12:00pm 1430 S. Main St. – Boerne CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne SEPTEMBER 25 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR PULTE HOMES IN CIELO RANCH 1:30pm to 2:00pm Location TBD

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Mark your calendar, text your girl friends, and grab your tickets NOW to this fall’s hottest event in Boerne!

The Boerne Retailers’ Style Show & Shopping Event is a little idea that several Boerne retailers have been dreaming up all year. “This event is going to be a smashing evening full of fun, eats, drinks, shopping, and fashion,” said Amy Bierstedt, owner of From Scratch Farm.

Taking place at the beautiful new Bevy Hotel, on Saturday September 21st, the doors will open at 5:45, with a few great selfie opportunities, a delicious cocktail hour and incredible shopping at the event’s many pop-up shops. After, the evening will turn to the exciting fashion show featuring all of the best fall styles from local stores and raffle drawings from businesses all over the hill country area!

This is going to be an evening you don’t want to miss!

Tickets are on sale now for $50 each and all proceeds from ticket and raffle sales will benefit the Kendall County Women’s Shelter. BBM

BEHIND THE SCENES:

Pictured (left to right): The women behind this event! Emily Carvalho of The Christmas Shoppe, has been an integral part of reaching out to sponsors, making the calls, following up, and just getting things done!

Ashley Ermis of Joli Boutique, thought this whole thing up!

She is handling every detail of venue, food, drink, ticket sales, lighting, runway, participating retailers, the website, organiz-

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Not much she isn't doing!

And Amy Bierstedt of From Scratch Farm, who has been in charge of graphic design, ads, marketing, getting us into publications, working with bloggers, getting the word out. Not pictured, Lanette Garvin of Rustic Heart Resale, who is in charge of the entire raffle!

Pictured (to the right): Emily and Ashley at the Sweat SA event where they had a booth, handed out flyers and let people sign up for a chance to win two free tickets to the event.

The Christmas Shoppe Joli Boutique From Scratch Farm Gallery 195 The Dienger Trading Co. Southern Voice Pixie La Te Da Wheeler's Mommy 2B The Pearl Antler Rustic Heart Resale Tootie Pie Daisy Pearl

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The modern-day, ranching cowboy is alive and well, embodying values that Americans strive to teach their children: courage, optimism, selfreliance, authenticity, honor, duty and compassion. The Family Ranch Rodeo Fest at the Kendall County Youth Ag & Equestrian Center (KCYAEC) on October 12 will give folks a glimpse into the real day-to-day life of ranch cowboys and cowgirls and their outstanding character.

Differing from a professional rodeo, the ranch rodeo features tasks that ranch hands regularly encounter such as rounding up cattle for doctoring and loading for transport. Ten teams—many from Kendall County—will compete for prize money, buckles and other awards. To reflect the very real makeup of many ranching families, the rules call for at least one of the four team members to be a female or a youth under the age of 17.

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The Family Ranch Rodeo Fest promises to be more than a ranch rodeo. It will be an afternoon and evening of fun for the entire family featuring a dance with Jake Hooker & The Outsiders, mutton busting, goat roping, kids’ activities, silent and live auctions, food and refreshment.

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All the proceeds from the event will support KCYAEC, a 501 ( c ) (3) non-profit that operates with a large volunteer base and no paid staff. The Center is home to some 400 4-H, FFA and Jr. Livestock members who participate in agriculture and equestrian activities, competitions and educational enterprises. KCYAEC supports youth in many ways: • $20,000 in Scholarships in 2018 & 2019 • Kendall Co. Jr. Livestock Show & Sale • Boerne & Comfort FFA Chapter Shows • 4-H Horse Club Activities • 4-H Meetings • Horse and Wool/Mohair Judging • Annual, county-wide farm day for school children • Positive youth development programs This year KCYAEC was proud to award four $2,500 scholarships to Kendall County youth: Shelby Curry, Shanna Marquart, Kaysen Turk and Trent Wisian.

While the Center is offered free of charge throughout the year to youth, it is available for rental to help offset operating expenses.

The largest, weatherproof event center in the county, the Center is perfect for fundraising galas, corporate events and private parties.

The venue is situated atop a bluff adjacent to Joshua Springs Park, and offers an open-air feel and beautiful Hill Country views.

Many of the Center events have a positive impact on the county’s economy as visitors spend money at hotels, restaurants and stores.

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horsemanship clinics, dog trials and two large market-day events with approximately 12,000 attendees. These two events alone were responsible for an estimated 336 room nights in Boerne generating more than $57,000 in total spending in the city,” said Andra Wisian, KCYAEC President. “There were also an estimated 127 room nights booked in Kendall County outside the city limits.”

This year the Center’s signature event, the Kendall County Jr. Livestock Auction awarded more than $1.4 million to exhibitors to go toward their higher education. Dating from 1939, the livestock program in Kendall County has a rich heritage, with many generations of the county’s youth learning to be productive, responsible leaders. For seven decades, hundreds of citizens have served as directors and volunteers for the Association, while thousands of community members and business owners have supported the sale financially by purchasing animals and cheering on the young participants.

Junior Livestock Association President, Chad Upham, believes that agriculture undoubtedly provides youth with diverse opportunities to learn and develop skills. “It paves the way for higher education, successful careers, successful families and ultimately positive influences and contributors to our society,” said Upham.

Texas Agrilife Extension Agent Stephen Zoeller says the 4-H program is growing in the county. “Our recent 4-H Info Night had a tremendous turnout with families who have recently moved to Kendall County,” said Zoeller. “These parents are seeking a more rural lifestyle and wholesome youth programs.”

The Center is managed by a 13-member board of directors including five representatives from Junior Livestock, five from the 4-H Horse Club and three members from the community. Directors are Kathy Estes, Amor Galindo, Russell Garza, David Geistweidt, Debra Grandjean, Kristen Jay, Joe Lozano, Dwaine Rivers, Mark Weekley, Cliff Wheeler, Andra Wisian, Duane Zoeller and Wayne Zoeller. BBM

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Davis Law Firm, reputable San Antonio-based attorney office, teams up with nationally-recognized organization Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas (BBBS) to host the nonprofit’s largest annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake. The event will take place Friday, September 20 from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday, September 21 from 2-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at Bandera Bowling Center. Proceeds from the Davis Law Firm Bowl for Kids’ Sake presented

by Valero will help more than 150 at-risk youth in the San Antonio community find positive role models through recruitment, matches and post-match support. “I’m incredibly proud that Davis Law Firm and Big Brothers Big Sister have partnered to ensure that as many children SonoraBank.com as possible are able to secure their full potential and build a brighter future,” noted San Antonio Attorney Jeff Davis said. “Bowl for Kids’ Sake is a worthy fundraiser that helps ensure every child that would benefit from a mentor can get one.”

Lisa and Josh Lannon Founders, Warriors Heart When teams and sponsors support Bowl warriorsheart.com for Kids’ Sake, they are actively changing the lives for the better, forever. BBBS relies on the funds raised from the event to carry out the work of matching children with adult mentors and providing ongoing support to the child, volunteer mentor and child's family. But the best part is that every dollar raised through Bowl for Kids' Sake stays in our community.

CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas Denise Barkhurst emphasizes the important role the public plays in the success of the program. “It costs $1,000 to help a child in need. With the support from Davis Law Firm, Valero and other sponsors, we will be one step closer to achieving our goal to help find the kids on our waiting list a mentor,” Barkhurst states. “These partnerships are wonderful, but we have a goal of $150,000 and need more support from our community. We are always looking for donations and mentors.”

Davis Law Firm’s is committed to cultivat“It’s great to work with an experienced bank who gave us ing a culture of positive, healthy relationships a shot at our dream. Sonora Bank is a partner who truly within our youth to promote diversity, incluunderstands our mission of helping those who are serving sion and growth. This goal coincides with the and have served our country and communities.” nonprofit’s goals of providing children facing adversity with positive, one-to-one mentoring relationships that change the lives for the BOE RN E EA S T 15 7 0 R i v er R o a d | 8 3 0 - 3 3 1 - 8 3 0 0 BOE RN E WES T 122 West Ba n d era | 8 3 0 - 3 3 1 - 9 1 1 8 better, forever.

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