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News and Information from the City of Bulverde and our Neighbors Volume 5 Issue 2 ď‚ś February 2018

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Comal County Corner

By Bobbie Koepp

If you didn’t know from all of the yard signs going up across the area, another round of elections is about to begin in Comal County and across Texas.

Early voting for the 2018 primary elections begins this month, and if you’re registered to vote, you have many candidates to choose from – so many, in fact, there isn’t enough space to print them all in this article.

And both parties will have primaries to determine their nominees for the Texas Legislature.

The registration deadline to vote in the primary has already passed; however, you can still register to vote in the May 22 runoff, if one is needed, and the Nov. 6 general election. The deadlines to register are April 23 and Oct. 9, respectively.

Early voting for the primary election runs from Feb. 20 through March 2, and you can vote early at any of these locations, no matter what voting precinct you’re in: • Comal County Elections Center, 396 N. Seguin Ave., New Braunfels • Comal County Bulverde Annex, 30470 Cougar Bend

Nevertheless, both Democrats and Republicans have multiple candidates seeking their party’s nomination in races ranging from U.S. senator and representatives to Texas governor, other statewide elected offices and several appellate court seats.

In addition, Republicans will have contested primaries for the following local seats: • District Attorney • Precinct 4 Commissioner • Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace

• Garden Ridge City Hall, 9400 Municipal Parkway • Comal County Goodwin Annex, 1297 Church Hill Drive, New Braunfels • Mountain Valley Middle School, 1165 Sattler Road, Canyon Lake Voting times vary based on the location, so make sure to visit www.votecomal.com for a full list of dates and times, as well as Election Day polling places and sample ballots with a full list of candidates.

Comal County Clerk Bobbie Koepp is the county’s elections administrator.

• Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace

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A couple of events to plan for in the coming months…

City of Bulverde Spring BIG TRASH DAY The City of Bulverde will host a “big trash” collection day on Saturday, March 10, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Bulverde City Hall at 30360 Cougar Bend.

This service is provided for City of Bulverde residents only.

Waste Connections will be onsite to accept bulky trash items such as large residential appliances, furniture, mattresses, and similar items. Any item containing CFCs must be tagged by a licensed technician certifying Freon removal.

Items that will NOT be accepted include construction demolition debris, land clearing debris, hazardous waste (e.g., petroleum products/chemicals, flammable liquids, medical waste, animal or human waste), tires, car batteries, large pieces of metal (e.g., car fenders or engines), used oil filters, or any other hazardous or toxic materials.

The Lions Club Roar For Kids Car Show is just around the corner!

The Spring Branch Bulverde Lions Club is in full-tilt planning mode for the 5th Annual Roar For Kids Car Show.

The show is slated for Saturday, April 7th at the Bulverde Baptist Church. Registration for participants is now open, and Sponsors and Vendors are wanted! Please visit the SBB Lions Club website for all of the Car Show details https://www.sbblions.com/bulverde-car-show

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BULVERDE PD ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS 2017 brought a few changes within the structure of the Bulverde Police Department in an effort to create better service for community, as well as increased coverage, professionalism, and supervision.

Prior to these changes, one patrol supervisor was assigned to each patrol shift, one on days and one on nights. These supervisors worked opposite days off, and when off, there was no supervisory coverage on patrol. Additionally, when a patrol officer was off due to vacation or illness, the patrol sergeant had to cover that shift, resulting in multiple reliefday changes as well as occasional overtime expenditures.

Fiscal year 2017–2018 added a position to the police department that created the opportunity for corporal positions opposite the sergeants on patrol. This created 24/7 supervisory coverage on patrol and eliminated the need to change sergeants’ days off when a patrolman requested time off.

Shortly after filling the extra position that was created, a promotional procedure commenced with 5 officers

submitting a letter of interest. A written test was given as well as an oral presentation. The written test scores were added to oral presentation scores that were scored independently by three evaluators.

The officers with the highest scores were promoted to corporal. The two officers who scored highest were Officer Glenn Matthews and Officer Bryan Harshman.

Officer Matthews came to work with the City of Bulverde in 2012 from the Manor Police Department, where he worked patrol. Officer Harshman came to the City in 2014 from the Helotes Police Department, where he worked several years as a reserve officer. With additional supervisory duties, these new corporals will need to work even harder than before to continue to lead by example, as they routinely are two of the most active officers within the agency. Should you have the opportunity, please join us in congratulating Bulverde Police Department Corporal Glenn Matthews and Corporal Bryan Harshman.

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Staying Healthy During Flu Season According to the Centers for Disease Control, “seasonal influenza (flu) viruses can be detected year round in the United States, but flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. The exact timing and duration of flu seasons can vary, but influenza activity often begins to increase in October. Most of the time flu activity peaks between December and February, although activity can last as late as May.” (source: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season.htm)

The Comal County Public Health department offers the following information about the flu.

Comal County Public Health Influenza Information The best way to prevent the flu is to get an influenza vaccine. Even if you have not had your vaccine, practice the following recommendations to stay healthy.

• Avoid contact with people who are ill.

• Do not eat or drink after anyone.

• Wash your hands frequently • Keep your hands away from your face—your nose, mouth, and eyes are portals into your body.

• Keep healthy—eat right and get enough rest. This will help your body and your immune system fight off disease.

• Dress appropriately for the weather.

• Keep your clothing and body clean.

• In times of disease outbreaks, avoid large crowds or crowded conditions.

• Infants should be kept away from any ill person. Avoid any unnecessary contact with crowds.

How the Influenza Virus is Passed Around The flu is spread, or transmitted, when a person who has the flu coughs, sneezes, or speaks and sends flu virus into the air and other people inhale the virus. The virus

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How to Know if You Have the Flu Your respiratory illness might be the flu if you have sudden onset of body aches, fever, and respiratory symptoms, and your illness occurs during November through April (the usual flu season in the Northern Hemisphere).

However, during this time, other respiratory illnesses can cause similar symptoms and flu can be caught at any time of the year. It is impossible to tell for sure if you have the flu based on symptoms alone. Doctors can perform tests to see if you have the flu if you are in the first few days of your illness.

What You Should Do If You Get the Flu • Rest • Drink plenty of liquids • Avoid using alcohol and tobacco • Take medication to relieve the symptoms of flu • Influenza is caused by a virus, so antibiotics (like penicillin) don’t work to cure it. The best way to prevent the flu is to get an influenza vaccine (flu shot) each fall, before flu season.

Do Not Give Aspirin to a Child or Teenager Who Has the Flu Never give aspirin to children or teenagers who have flu-like symptoms and, particularly, fever without first speaking to your doctor. Giving aspirin to children and teenagers who have influenza can cause a rare but serious illness called Reye syndrome. Children or teenagers with the flu should get plenty of rest, drink lots of liquids, and take medicines that contain no aspirin to relieve symptoms.

The Myth of the "Stomach Flu" Many people use the term "stomach flu” to describe illnesses with nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. These symptoms can be caused by many different viruses, bacteria, or even parasites. While vomiting, diarrhea, and being nauseous or "sick to your stomach" can sometimes be related to the flu (particularly in children), these problems are rarely the main symptoms of influenza. The flu is a respiratory disease and not a stomach or intestinal disease.

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Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda Slated to Perform

Behind the Scenes @ the H.I.S. Centre

St. Paul Lutheran Church is proud to host the Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda in a free performance on February 9th at 7:00pm. This amazing choir entertains with the music and dance of their culture. Watoto Children’s Choirs have travelled extensively since 1994, sharing a message of hope for Africa’s orphans and widows. To date, the choir has toured six continents and performed to enthralled audiences in schools, retirement homes, churches, parliaments, state houses, and royal palaces.

Cardiac arrest is a serious, and oftentimes, fatal condition. The difference in survival is rapid, early intervention. At the Centre for Emergency Health Sciences, a division of the H.I.S. Centre (Healthcare, Innovation, Sciences), Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and paramedics from Bulverde Spring Branch Fire & EMS, and all across the southern portion of the United States, receive the critical training necessary to increase the chances of a victim’s survival.

The Watoto Children’s Choir concert acts as a fundraising event for Watoto. There is no admission to attend the event; however, a goodwill offering will be collected.

These children are amazing performers and will bring a smile to your face! For more information about the Watoto Children's Choir and the charitable organization, visit their website at https://www.watoto.com/choir/ The Watoto Choirs have several additional performance dates scheduled in the San Antonio, New Bruanfels, and Austin areas in February. Their performance schedule can be found at this website: https://www.watoto.com/app/ choir/calendar?start=2018-02-01#calendar St. Paul Lutheran Church is located at 29797 US Hwy 281 N, Bulverde, TX 78163

Overall, our cardiac arrest survival rate in 2017 was 45%. To put this into perspective, the national average is 7% to 10%. We can prove that if a patient’s cardiac arrest is witnessed by a bystander, and that bystander begins immediate CPR, our medics will be able to restore a pulse at the scene. We can further prove that if we restore a pulse at the scene, and maintain it in transit to the hospital, 100% of those patient’s will be discharged from the hospital alive and with good neurologic recovery. Imagine how many more Christmases, Easters, Thanksgivings, birthday parties, anniversaries, and graduations that means!

To achieve these types of results, it requires time and high levels of commitment, not only in those being trained, but also from those who oversee the training. On a daily basis, Dr. Craig Manifold, Medical Director, and Stephen Rahm, Chief of the Office of Clinical Direction and CoChair of the Centre of Emergency Health Sciences, instruct first responders.

Their experience is impressive, as one would expect. Dr. Manifold is board certified in emergency medicine, an expert in disaster relief missions, and Commander of the 149th Medical Group, Texas National Guard, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas.

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These gentlemen embody the spirit and loyalty of our organization and we are proud to have them as a part of the H.I.S. Centre. The Bulverde Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce recently recognized these gentlemen for their outstanding efforts, and it is because of their devotion that we have achieved these remarkable results, and with their guidance, how we will continue to build and improve upon them.

Smithson Valley High School Soccer February Schedule If you’re a soccer fan and want to enjoy a good, local game, go out and support the SVHS Rangers soccer teams!

Men’s schedule Date Opponent Location Time 2/2 East Central SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/6 Wagner WHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/9 Clemens SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/13 Canyon CHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/16 Judson JHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/20 New Braunfels SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/23 BYE 2/27 Steele SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm Women’s schedule Date Opponent Location Time 2/2 East Central ECHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/6 Wagner SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/9 Clemens CHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/13 Canyon SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/16 Judson SVHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/20 New Braunfels NBHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm 2/23 BYE 2/27 Steele SHS JV/V 5:30/7:15pm All Smithson Valley High School sports schedules are posted online at http://svh.comalisd.org/pages/Smithson_Valley_High_School/Athletics/Athletic_Schedules

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Age Has No Rules

Freshman Named Concert Master Makayla Kyner, Staff Writer

Anthony Couvillion plays his violin before school in the choir room.

The bow dips back and forth across the strings of his violin, sometimes skipping and singing like the sounds of an accomplished long-term musician. However, the school’s new concert master is only a freshman, Anthony Couvillion.

“The basic job of the Concert Master is, (as) I’ve heard a lot of professionals say, to interpret to the orchestra what the conductor means and to lead them through,” Couvillion said.

Achieving this spot was earned through chair tests that determined what position each student is best fit for.

“If a section number in the back is having trouble seeing their conductor,” he said. “They can follow my bow so they can see where we are.”

After only three years of playing, Couvillion has proven to be a natural at the violin.

“I really like it, it has a great sound,” said Couvillion when asked about how he feels about the violin. “There’s nothing really else like it.”

Outside of school, Couvillion plays in the Youth Orchestra of San Antonio as the Principal Second Violinist in the Symphony Orchestra. With an age range from 10 to 15, Couvillion is one of the older members.

The State of Maternal Mortality in Texas The public is invited to a presentation

by Adriana D. Kohler, J.D., Senior Health Policy Associate, Texans Care for Children. Ms. Kohler will discuss the maternal mortality crisis in our state, the bill extending the task force, and opportunities for moving ahead in addressing the crisis. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters–Comal Area, the presentation is scheduled for Thursday, February 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center located at 30280 Cougar Bend.

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages the informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. LWV never supports or opposes candidates for office, or political parties. For more information, visit www.lwvcomal.org and https://www.facebook.com/LWVComalTX.

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“It’s a lot of fun and the people there are amazing,” he said. “We’re playing a lot of great repertoire.”

However little time spent compared to equally great musicians, Couvillion is a natural who plans to do what he’s passionate about, playing music, for the rest of his life.

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Comal ISD Receives Perfect Financial Integrity Mark From TEA Comal ISD Chief Financial Officer, David Andersen, reported a perfect score for Comal ISD on the Texas Education Agency’s FIRST report (School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) at its December Board Meeting. This year, the district received 100 out of a 100 possible points, earning a Superior Achievement rating for the sixteenth year in a row. The FIRST report ensures that all Texas public schools are held accountable for the quality of their financial management practices.

Based on their standing and 15 established indicators, Texas public schools can earn one of five ratings: Superior, Above Standard, Standard, Substandard, or Suspended Data Quality. In order to earn Superior Achievement, districts must score at least 90 out of 100 points.

“Comal ISD takes pride in the fact the district once again has received a Superior Achievement rating,” said Andersen, CFO. “It’s something we strive to achieve every year because it’s a measure of outstanding fiscal responsibility on many levels. Meeting all 15 indicators is something we’re also obviously proud of.”

Since its inception in 2001 by the 77th Texas Legislature, the FIRST rating system encourages Texas public schools to better manage their financial resources in order to provide the maximum allocation possible for direct instructional purposes. These ratings are established from reports provided to the TEA by Texas public schools including staff and student data, and budget and actual financial data. The 2017–18 ratings are based on annual financial reports from the 2015–16 school year.

In accordance with the legislature, all Texas public schools are required to publicly report their ratings to parents and taxpayers, and hold a public discussion or hearing regarding its financial report. Andersen presented Comal ISD’s report to the School Board on December 14.

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Quilting for a Cause Local Group Donates Handmade Quilts to Methodist Children’s Hospital

The Bulverde Quilt Group began in 1997 with 3 members and has continued to grow, with an average of 35 members now attending each month. The group’s activities include an annual retreat to Wimberley, field trips to quilt shops, Mystery Quilt Challenges, as well as other challenges on finishing up personal projects. They also have an annual Salads and Sweets celebration in August.

The Bulverde Quilt Group’s service project is to make donation quilts for the Methodist Children’s Hospital.

Approximately 1,800 quilts have been donated to the children with cancer and heart issues who were being treated at the hospital.

The children’s quilts are made with 100% cotton fabric.

If you would like to donate fabric for the quilts, it would be greatly appreciated. Any monetary donations can be payable to the Bulverde Quilt Group and are tax deductible, and will be used to buy fabric and batting to make the quilts.

The First United Bank on Hwy 46 has graciously invited the Bulverde Quilt Group to display donation quilts in their lobby throughout March before they are delivered to the hospital.

The Bulverde Quilt Group would like to thank the First United Bank for displaying our quilts. We would also like to thank our wonderful community of quilters for donating their time making donation quilts for children.

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A comedy/drama by Tommy Lee Johnston S.T.A.G.E., Inc. is honored to present Geezers a comedy/drama by Tommy Lee Johnston, on February 15 through March 4.

Directed by Lou Garza, Geezers tells the story of Jack, a shy 27 year old, who begins a job in a retirement home helping seniors with their needs. But it’s the “Geezers” who wind up helping Jack with his needs. This is a funny, heartwarming drama about growth and wisdom, learning and loving, life and death.

The opening night performance on Thursday, February 15 is a benefit for the Friends of the Village of Bulverde. All seats are $18 and no season tickets will be accepted.

You may purchase tickets for all other performances online at www.stagebulverde.org or call (830) 438-2339 for more information. An optional dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. before the 8 p.m. curtain on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Sunday matinees are at 2:30 p.m. with a 1 p.m. lunch available. Krause House Theatre is located at 1300 Bulverde Road in Bulverde and is wheelchair accessible.

If you are looking for a friendly and comfortable place to worship, COME VISIT US, WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU!

For more information, please contact Pat Clark at dpclark@ gvtc.com or Beth Moody bethmoody@mac.com.

Hill Country Christian Church 20845 TX-46 West, Spring Branch, TX. 78070 (Between Bulverde HEB and Spring Branch Middle School) Senior Pastor: Rev. Larry Garcia • Associate Pastor: Rev. Janie Harrison

Sunday service at 10:30am with open communion each week Nursery, Children’s Church and Youth Group For more about our church and activities visit our website www.trymychurch.com.

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Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center (BSBAC) Rings In the New Year With A New And Improved Calendar Of Events Seniors Enjoy Their Golden Years and Stay Active and Healthy at the Activity Center!

We are excited to roll out our new calendar to all of our current members. We also encourage anyone new to come and visit the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center, which is located in the heart of downtown Bulverde next to City Hall. Here at BSBAC we keep a full schedule of events for everyone to stay active and healthy.

A day in the life of one of our members might include a Cardio & Strength class or a Yoga & Toning class. One might also want to explore their creative side and take a knitting or quilting class. We have gym and library hours as well as field trips, luncheons, and wood carving. The center is always changing and adding new events to our schedule, like our new line dancing class or our Zumba on Tuesday mornings.

Bingo, Bunco, and a fun assortment of other games are regular weekly favorites for our members too. Exercise classes, socializing with friends, playing games, or enjoying a daily fellowship meal are all things our members can enjoy at the BSBAC. We pride ourselves on being a small activity center that offers social programs and activities with the over-50 individual in mind. Our hope is that our members feel a sense of home and belonging when they are here and that they look forward to coming and spending time here at the Activity Center.

As one member perfectly expressed, “I love coming here because this is where my friends are.”

The Center plays a vital role as a resource in the lives of seniors in the Comal and North Bexar County area. Our dedicated staff and volunteers are conscious of these ever changing demographics and are committed to growing and adapting our center to meet these emerging needs all while improving the quality of life for those members and clients which we serve.

About BSBAC: Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center also known as BSC or Bulverde Senior Center, continues to grow.

Today our membership has grown to over 600 members and addresses the health, social, recreational, nutritional, and logistical needs of the 50 and over population in the Bulverde/Spring Branch area. All volunteers and staff make it possible to continue to meet the needs of today’s seniors and their families, and ensure a place for the elders of tomorrow.

To find out more about BSBAC, visit our website at bsbac. com or come in for a visit at our location on 30280 Cougar Bend in downtown Bulverde or call 830-438-3111.

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CommunityAngels Angels Provide Community ProvideChristmas Christmas

by Cindy Hurst, Director Bulverde/Spring Branch Angels

Having lived in the Bulverde/Spring Branch area for the past 20 years, I have never ceased to be amazed at the caring and generosity displayed by the people of our community, and this Christmas was no exception. Thanks to that generosity, the second annual Bulverde/Spring Branch Angels Christmas Tree Project was a huge success.

Gifts and donations made to the Angel Trees, together with donations made to the Spring Branch/Bulverde Lions’ Toy Drive, allowed the Christmas wishes of 360 area children to be met. The excitement of the children who accompanied their parents to pick up their gifts, the smile on the face of the teenage Spurs fan as she received a Spurs Hoodie on a cold winter day, and the hugs and words of thanks from grateful parents are all due to your donations and to the hard work of our wonderful volunteers; and for that, we would like to commend you and thank you for your efforts.

This is the first year that we have had sponsors, and we would like to acknowledge them for their contributions. Our “Fir Tree” Sponsors—RFM Commercial, Dick & Serena McCaleb, and Deb Hauschildt—were instrumental in the overall success of our program. Our “home base” was provided by RFM Commercial, who generously allowed us the use of a space at the Bulverde Crossing strip center. Donors Dick McCaleb and his wife Serena, and Mrs. Deb Hauschildt made monetary contributions that enabled us to purchase the gifts that were left on our trees at the end of our project, thus ensuring that no child went without at Christmas.

“Pine Tree” Sponsors included Nava Communication Services and Linda Bryant’s Shoe Ministry. Ms. Bryant’s shoe ministry purchased twenty pairs of shoes for our children. “Spruce” Sponsors included Stafford Family Dental, the Tappan Family, KenCom Real Estate, First United Bank, the Animal Hospital of Smithson Valley, and Frei Dentistry. “Cypress” Sponsors included Charlie Lerma

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& Wendy Jones, the Bulverde Thrift Store, and Bobby & Annabelle Fey. These donations were rounded out by our “Cedar” Sponsors, which included Home Depot, Barbara’s Bookkeeping & Tax Service, Hair Tech Plus, and Kathleen Banse State Farm Agency. All of these donors made it possible for us to provide for children whose families were in need of Christmas support.

In addition to our sponsors, we would like to recognize the area businesses, schools, and organizations that served as our Tree Sites and assisted us in collecting all of the many gifts that we received: Specht Elementary School, Indian Springs Elementary School, Johnson Ranch Elementary School, Bulverde Baptist Church, Be Fabulous Boutique, Anytime Fitness, the Bulverde Spring Branch Library, the Loft Coffee Shop, Ay Chiwawa Mexican Café, Schlotzsky’s, Island Tan Salon, Clay Busters 4H Club, Bulverde RV Storage, Kathleen Banse State Farm Agency, Bulverde Physical Therapy & Wellness Center, Front Porch Bar & Grill, Bloom & Inspire, Bulverde Vision Source, and the Bulverde Thrift Store.

Several schools helped us to warm up the holidays for our families by conducting Blanket Drives. Bill Brown Elementary’s new Student Council donated more than 200 blankets to our children, and Spring Branch Middle School and SVHS’s FACS student organization added to that number. Timberwood Elementary donated their annual Gift Wrap drive, and with the help of the Claybusters 4H Club, the SVHS FACS friends, and our wonderful volunteers, wrapped numerous gifts for our children. Our heartfelt thanks also go to those who worked for months prior to our event cutting out the paper ornaments we use on our trees—Johnson Ranch Elementary, First United Bank staff, and Tony & Melissa Doyle. We also wish to thank the CISD school staff who, together with Los Ninos Children’s Center, Provisions: A 25:35 Outreach, and the Hope Center Ministry, helped us to identify families in need.

During Riverside Community Church’s Christmas Eve Service, Pastor Scott Heare spoke about the natural and man-made tragedies that we face on a regular basis in our lives and just how important it is to remember “to push the dark away.” He made the point that Christmas should remind us to do that and instead to look for hope, light, and love. By volunteering, donating, giving, sharing, and caring for these children, that’s exactly what you have done, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Giving Local Girls the Prom of Their Dreams Growing up, most girls think about going to their prom and dream about the dress that they will wear. Prom is not just a dance, it is a milestone, a rite of passage in the life of any girl. In the U.S. over the past few years, the average amount that a girl spends on her prom dress ranges from $200–$750! For many girls and their families, that cost is too far out of reach. The Bulverde/Spring Branch Angels is sponsoring their 3rd Annual Belle of the Ball Project in hopes of helping girls in our community find the dress of their dreams without breaking their family’s budget.

Many girls and women have evening dresses hanging in their closet that will never be worn again. It’s time to bring them out and let a girl look beautiful in them at an important event in her life. We ask that you donate your gently worn evening gowns, small evening bags, sparkly shoes, and jewelry to the Belle of the Ball Project. You may simply drop them at the Bulverde Thrift Store at 20475 Highway 46 near the Beall’s Dept. Store. If the dress tag has been removed please put a label on the dress noting its size. Also, please remember that we need ALL sizes to meet the needs of ALL of our girls. If you’d like a tax deduction form, you can pick one up at the Thrift Store. Anyone donating a dress can also pick up a coupon for $5.00 off a dress at the Boutique Sale.

Our Belle of the Ball Boutique will be open Saturday March 24th from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m and Sunday March 25th from Noon to 5:00p.m. It will be located at First United Bank at 20480 Highway 46 across from H.E.B. A $15.00 donation for dresses and a $5.00 donation for shoes, purses and/or jewelry will allow EVERY girl in our community to be able to feel beautiful for her formal event.

Proceeds will be donated to the Bulverde Thrift Store and to Provisions: A 25:35 Outreach, the Bulverde food pantry.

We will once again have drawings for Door Prizes to help make a girl’s prom dreams complete! So donate your formal wear and/or come join the fun at our Belle of the Ball Boutique. See you there!

Please like us on Facebook at Belle of the Ball Bulverde/ Spring Branch and follow us for more details. For more information call Cindy Hurst @210-771-7639 or e-mail at mscindy88@aol.com.

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Each year, the Chamber recognizes the contributions of outstanding first responders who serve in our regional law enforcement and emergency services organizations. Each organization selects representatives who they feel provided exemplary service throughout the year, and the Chamber presents each of them with a plaque of appreciation at the Annual Meeting.

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The Buzz

From the Garden

The Bulverde Community Garden was started in 2014 with the assistance of the City of Bulverde. Much of the work to build the garden was, and continues to be, done by volunteers.

Boy Scout Troop 58 did much of the initial work, and since then, a number of Eagle Scouts in the troop (as well as from other troops) have completed projects in the garden.

Projects include building plots and installing paver walkways, building a bee condo, an information kiosk, a compost bin, a shed, and a bridge.

Other groups, like the Humans of Smithson Valley, have spent many hours maintaining, cleaning, planting, and further building the garden over the last 4 years. Garden members have constructed special trellises and a rain collection system.

One notable volunteer who has been with the Garden since the beginning is Lorelei Mayer. Lorelei has been instrumental in the initial and ongoing development of the Garden, especially in fundraising efforts.

She developed the butterfly garden, which is now certified as a monarch way station. She has also taken over the planting, tending and harvesting of the six Provisions (the local food pantry) plots. Lorelei reports that 300 lbs. of fresh produce were delivered to Provisions in 2017.

Lorelei was introduced to gardening at an early age in the Philippines, where she grew up and where her mother was an avid gardener and professional landscaper.

She didn’t become really interested in gardening, however, until she had her own home. When she and her husband Karl moved to Spring Branch 34 years ago, she began to experiment with the local native plants, which piqued her interest in gardening.

Lorelei and Karl have been involved in many volunteer activities over the years, beginning when their children were in school and were active in soccer and scouting. Lorelei continues to be a very busy lady, working part time as a property manager for a local subdivision and as a committed volunteer with the Bulverde Garden Club for the past 7 years, 3 of which she served as the club’s president.

Her volunteer activities extend to the Bulverde United Methodist Women, as an active member and officer for many years.

Lorelei’s volunteer accomplishments cannot be discussed without including her husband Karl, who also lends his time and talents to the Bulverde Community Garden. Karl recently retired from the woodworking industry and regularly can be found repairing and improving upon the structures in the Garden. He frequently delivers sawdust, which has helped to create the many pathways in the Garden and is utilized in building up the compost bin.

The Bulverde Community Garden Committee thanks Lorelei and Karl Mayer for all they have done for this community project and for the community as a whole.

The Garden would not be where it is today without their efforts.

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If you or your business or SCHOOL would like to secure a plot (at no cost), please contact Joanne Hall at jothall@gvtc.com.

Donations gladly accepted. Also, interested persons are invited to attend the Bulverde Community Garden Committee meeting on the second Monday of the month at 5:15pm at the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center.

Smithson Valley High School Team Qualifies for Navy Marksmanship Nationals When several members of Smithson Valley High School’s marksmanship team told Commander Vince Quidachay they wanted better results he had a solution.

Quidachay, who sits at the helm of the Navy Junior ROTC program at SVHS and is also the marksmanship team’s coach, simply changed the practice schedule.

“A few years back we were just practicing once per week,” Quidachay said. “We changed our schedule to four practices per week. Twice per day on Tuesdays and Thursdays—at 6:15 a.m. and at 4:15 p.m.”

The results have been staggering. They sent their first individual, 2017 SVHS graduate Ryan Randle, to the Navy Marksmanship Nationals last year.

This year, for the first time in school history, a team of five Navy JROTC students—Phillip Colton, Taylor Johnson, Kirsten Zeug, Grant Pattison and Anna Johnson—will represent Smithson Valley High School at the Navy Marksmanship Nationals. Nationals will take place in Phoenix, Arizona Feb. 8–10.

IN PHOTO: Smithson Valley High School’s marksmanship team (l-r) Phillip Colton, Taylor Johnson, Kirsten Zeug, Grant Pattison and Anna Johnson, who are coached by Commander Vince Quidachay, qualified for the Navy Marksmanship Nationals in Phoenix, Arizona Feb. 8–10.

The team qualified for nationals after finishing third in the state competition in December.

“After watching Ryan qualify for nationals last year, they all wanted to go,” Quidachay said. “So they made it a point to hardly ever miss a practice because they knew they’d be letting their teammates down. As a result, everybody got a lot better. That’s key in this sport when you’re trying to qualify as a team because everyone’s score counts.”

Competitors shoot pellets from air rifle guns at a paper target 10 meters away during the competitions.

“Every year we’ve been trending upward as a team,” said SVHS senior Taylor Johnson. “My sophomore year was the first time we made it to state. I think that’s when I really started to think about nationals. I think this team will also set a foundation for future Smithson Valley teams to do really well and make it this far.”

SVHS junior Phillip Colton said the extra practice time made all the difference.“To be honest, the moment I found out we were going to nationals I was pretty surprised but also very happy,” Colton said. “I knew it would happen sooner or later. It took a lot of hard work, dedication and practice.”

Bulverde Resident Fu Now Instead of being nervous on the biggest stage, don’t be too shocked if Smithson Valley High School has its best showing at nationals.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if we go up there and beat a few teams we’re not expected to,” Quidachay said. “I brought in someone who trains shooters in the military to give our team a couple of lessons. He stressed what’s really important in marksmanship, breathing and relaxation. I can already tell it made a big difference. I think it will help not only at nationals but will carry over to next year’s team as well.”

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Broaden Your Shelf in 2018!

By Lacee Sowell

Do you enjoy reading? Are you looking to challenge yourself in 2018? The Bulverde/Spring Branch Library invites you to participate in the 2018 reading challenge: Broaden Your Shelf.

Participation is simple. Thirteen themes (one per month plus a bonus) have been selected to help you explore topics, formats, or genres you wouldn’t normally try. Each month, select a book from one of the given categories and read it. Upon finishing, go to bsblibrary.readsquared.com and log the book in the appropriate category box. That’s it!

A monthly drawing will be held each month for all the entries submitted during that month. At the end of the year, those who have read one book from each of the 12 main categories (the bonus does not count) will be entered into a grand prize drawing for some awesome prizes.

each category are available on the ReadSquared website for both adults and teens.

The following are this year’s themes. Paper lists and bookmarks can be picked up in the library, but the list can also be found online at bsblibrary.readsquared.com.

Good luck to those who choose to participate!

1. A book set during WWI (2018 marks 100 years since the war’s end.)

2. Memoir/Biography 3. Book about animals/pets/wildlife 4. Book about fixing something 5. Book from your childhood (May be a picture book.)

6. Book that intimidates you 7. Book recommended by a librarian/staff 8. Book you have been meaning to read but haven’t 9. Book you’ve seen the movie for but have never read 10. Book chosen by spouse, relative, friend, or child 11. Author’s debut novel 12. Science Fiction novel BONUS: Book by a local author

One book a month not enough for you? That’s okay! You can read more than one book from each of the categories and log it for extra entries throughout the year.

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Upcoming Library Events Beginning Excel February 1–March 1, 6:00pm–7:30pm Instructor Dick Crail will be returning to teach an Excel Class.

In this course you will learn how to create spreadsheets, use formulas, create and manage data lists and create charts.

You must have basic computer skills to participate. Bring your own laptop with Excel already downloaded. If you do not have a laptop please call or email Bethanie at (830)4384864 bethanie@bsblibrary.org to arrange to have one in the class. Please bring a flash drive to take info home. These classes will be on Thursday nights from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.

This is a continuous build-upon type class and it is important you attend all sessions. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Book Nook Bag Sale Friday, February 2, 10:00am–5:00pm The Friends of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Library invite you to shop the Book Nook Bag Sale. On Friday, February 2 from 10am - 5pm, bags will be sold for $10. Purchase the bag and fill it with as many books from the Book Nook as it will hold!

You don’t want to miss out on this awesome deal! This is a tax free event.

Card Making with Minnie Wednesday, February 7, 12:00pm–1:30pm Stop by and make some cards just in time for Valentine’s Day or just make some everyday cards with Minnie. She will walk you through all the steps and you don’t need to bring anything but yourself! Registration is required for supplies count.

Electronics Recycling Saturday, February 10, 10:00am–2:00pm The public is invited to drop off their unwanted consumer electronic materials at the lower library parking lot. Items such as computers, cell phones, printers, and larger objects such as window units, lawnmowers, and weed-eaters will be accepted for recycling. (No refrigerators or televisions will be accepted.)

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Kids leave, our bodies age. Come learn how to navigate the changes in our marriage relationships. If you are a married woman, this lunch and learn just Lunch & Learn–An Introduction to Identifying Grassland Sparrows Wednesday, February 21, 12:00pm–1:30pm Bring your lunch and learn something new at the return of Ranger Craig’s Nature Series - Little Brown Jobs: An introduction to identifying Grassland Sparrows. The Texas Hill Country hosts a diverse assemblage of native grassland sparrows every winter. Beautiful in their own right they frustrate and confuse bird watchers due to their subtle differences and behaviors. To help you along the path to sparrow nirvana, join Park Interpreter and Naturalist Craig Hensley from Guadalupe River State Park for an engaging program to learn tips and tricks for identifying these “little brown jobs.” We will offer a followup field identification experience at the park and Honey Creek the very next day to put your newly acquired skills to the test. Registration required.

Lunch & Learn–How to get Wildlife Tax Valuation for Your Property Wednesday, February 28, 12:00pm–1:30pm Bring your lunch and learn something new! Landowner Management Series. How to get Wildlife Tax Valuation for Your Property–Did your property use to have Agricultural Production/Valuation? This will discuss how landowners can try to obtain a Wildlife Tax Valuation to allow the property to pass down through generations easier and lower your taxes. Registration required.

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Spring Cleaning?

Animal Rescue Connections has storage units in Bulverde/Spring Branch and can take your unwanted items after your spring-cleaning efforts. These items will turn into someone else’s treasure and help raise funds to continue the animal rescue work. Let us know if you have gently-used items that you’d like out of your way. We are collecting and storing ready for a fundraiser later in the year. Please call our helpline (leave a message) at 210-474-0083 or send an email to animalrescueconnections@gmail.com

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The sweet indoor cat that NEVER showed any interest in going outside, slips by you and disappears over the 6’ high privacy fence.

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Planning & Zoning SBB Family Lions Bulverde Lions 7:00p 6:30p 7:30p (Bulv. Comm. Ctr.) (Activity Ctr.)

Balderdash, She’s Gone 2:30p (S.T.A.G.E.)

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Geezers (S.T.A.G.E.)

Early Voting Ends

Geezers (S.T.A.G.E.)

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Geezers (S.T.A.G.E.)

Election Day

SBB Family Lions Bulverde Lions 7:00p 7:30p (Bulv. Comm. Ctr.) (Activity Ctr.) Planning & Zoning 6:30p

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Spring Begins

SBB Family Lions 7:30p (Activity Ctr.)

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Native Plant Soc. 7:00p (GVTC)

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Palm Sunday

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The Big Give: a day of giving to regional nonprofits (https:// BSBES 5:30p (353 www.thebiggivesa.

Rodeo Dr.) org) ESD #5 5:30p Bulverde Lions 7:00p (30476 Johnson (Bulv. Comm. Ctr.) Way)

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Passover P.O.E.T. Program 5:30p (City Hall)

*Comal Trinity Groundwater Conservation District

10 Big Trash Day 8:00a–12:00p (30360 Cougar Bend)

CISD Spring Break Friends of Library Board mtg. 1:30p CISD Spring Break CISD Spring Break CISD Spring Break CISD Spring Break (Library) City Council 6:30p ESD #1 4:00p Rural Library District (353 Rodeo Dr.) mtg. 4:00p (Library) ESD #4 5:30p (9850 FM311) Bulv. Comm. Garden mtg. 5:15p (Activity Ctr.)

CTGCD* 6:00p (9850 FM 311, 78070)

Saturday