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1006 Moonlight Bay – Stunning home on 2 lots totally 6 acres in The Coves on Lake Travis, Main Floor offers Master Suite, Office Study, Gourmet Kitchen, Dining, Great Room. Upper floor offers 2 BR / 2BA + Observatory / Bonus Room. Lap Pool, Lake & Hill Country Views. 2 Boat Slips as HOA Marina Convey Offered at $979,000

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EDITORIAL: Jim Ballard, Samantha Foster, Ross Hamann, Jim Hampton, Greg Janecek, Cathie Parssinen, Phil Ponebshek, Brooke Toeller PHOTOGRAPHY: Josh Brewster Photography, Matthew Fuller, Robert Godwin, Karen Hupp, Cathie Parssinen, Patti Pieszchala, Luis Pons, Rhilee Photography, Cover Photo by Jim Sigmon Tomas Segura, Jim Sigmon, Brooke Toeller Follow us on Facebook!

ABOUT THE COVER

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Jim Sigmon captured this shot of Longhorns’ Head Coach Tom Herman at a football practice at UT on March 21. Read more about Tom Herman and his odyssey back to the 40 Acres to stand at the helm of Longhorn football in a new era.

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18 ABOUT THE COVER 22 THE LUCK REUNION 26 URBAN COWBOY 28 LT POWER BOAT BENEFIT 32 RESERVE AT LAKE TRAVIS 34 LTHS SWEEPS 7ON7 35 HEALTH & WELLNESS 44 ROTARY CLUB CELEBRATES

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46 BARTON SPRINGS CONSERVANCY 48 BARTON SPRINGS PARADE & PLUNGE

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50 GROUNDBREAKING AT THE BACKYARD

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52 HOW CHARITY GOLF 54 HAPPENINGS & GATHERINGS 56 INDEPENDENCE TITLE IN BEE CAVE 57 BUSINESS PROFILES 59 PARADE OF HOMES™ AT THE PENINSULA 64 DI STUDENTS TRAVEL FAR AND WIDE

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Across Austin, and across the state, there are millions of UT fans who, after two straight seasons without a Bowl Game invitation, are anxious—if not insistent—that UT return to the ranks of College Football prominence. For decades excellence has been an expectation, greatness the target, for Longhorn fandom.

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The Hermans Return to Austin STORY BY PHIL PONEBSHEK | PHOTOS BY JIM SIGMON

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T’S BEEN a 19 year odyssey for Tom and Michelle Herman, starting with the long drive from California to Sequin in the summer of 1998 when Tom took his first coaching gig as grad assistant at Texas Lutheran making $5,000 a year. The college sweethearts couldn’t afford to continue living together at the time, and Michelle returned to California as Tom (who had played college ball at the tiny California Lutheran College) coached wide receivers and took classes. A Presidential Scholar who double-majored in business and marketing and graduated cum laude, Tom had goals to reach the esteemed shores of college football’s elite head coaching positions, and both partners understood that the voyage would not necessarily be direct or smooth.

After a year at Texas Lutheran, Tom moved up I-35 to Austin, getting a break in the form of a grad assistant job at the much more prestigious Longhorn football program in 1999. Tom joined UT early in the Mack Brown era—1999 was Mack’s second season, and the Longhorns ranked 21st in the country, improving to 11th rank in the AP Poll in 2000. But while the prestige and visibility of his new job was better, the money wasn’t. Michelle had moved to join him, but after 9 months ended up returning to California for a higher paying job with an LA investment firm, sending him money to help cover his rent. As Tom told Sports Illustrated, “She carried me, for a long time.”

2001 brought major changes for the Hermans. Tom graduated with his Master’s in Education; Tom and Michelle wed, and the couple moved to

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Huntsville where Tom became an Assistant Coach at Sam Houston State and got a bump to $10,000 a year. For three years, Michelle and Tom scraped by, she working a variety of jobs while he slowly worked his way up to a $35,000 salary as the Bearkats made the semi-finals of the NCAA Division I-AA playoffs.

The next port for Tom was becoming an Offensive Coordinator, beating a goal he had set for himself by one year. This took a move to San Marcos, where the Hermans lived for two years, before the winds of football fate took him on an ever ascending path to Houston (Rice), then Ames Iowa (Iowa State), and finally to Columbus Ohio. In Columbus, after a period of 12 years, Herman returned to the ranks of elite NCAA football programs, this time as Offensive Coordinator under the legendary Head Coach of Ohio State, Urban Meyer. And in 2014, Herman’s 3rd year as a Buckeye coach, he won his first NCAA Championship ring as Ohio State captured the National Title.

Tom’s excellence was evident—the Buckeyes offense ranked 4th in the nation, and they scored 42 points a game in their NCAA Semifinal victory over #1 ranked Alabama, and in the Championship Game against #2 ranked Oregon. Herman was awarded the Broyles award, an honor given to the best assistant coach in college football.

Many assistant coaches in an elite program like the one at Ohio State (where assistant coaches earn more than many collegiate head coaches) would enjoy the safe harbor of working for a coach like Meyer, reveling

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in the prominence and success of a perennial top 10 team. But Herman had also set for himself a target of becoming an NCAA head coach by age 40. In 2015, on schedule, he took over as Head Coach at the University of Houston, a mediocre program in the low profile Conference USA. Money woes no longer plagued the Hermans, as Tom was signed for $1.35 million to coach the Cougars, and after a wildly successful debut season as a Head Coach where his 8th ranked team finished the season 13-1, the University more than doubled his salary to $3 million.

Meanwhile, by the middle of the 2016 season, the flagship program in Texas—the University of Texas Longhorns—was floundering, and Coach Charlie Strong’s leash was getting shorter and shorter with each loss, following a promising opening win over Notre Dame. The Longhorns, a team Forbes Magazine ranks as the “Most Valuable NCAA Football Franchise”, have expectations to meet. While the players clamored for Strong to be retained for 2017, almost instantly after the home loss to TCU to end UT’s second consecutive 5-7 season, Strong was on his way out. And Texas announced that former Graduate Assistant Tom Herman would be “coming home” to Austin … this time with a 5 year/$28.75 million contract.

Herman signals a big change at UT from his predecessor. Both came from

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very successful stints at lesser programs (Strong led a moribund Louisville to a #13 ranking in 2012). But Strong’s reputation as a defensive-minded coach contrasts with Herman’s earned stature as one of the nation’s top offensive coordinators. Their style of coaching reflects this, with Herman’s modern, high risk-high-reward style of play contrasting with Strong’s more conventional, run-first/stop-the-run mold. Herman is also fifteen years younger than Strong; at 42, he is the youngest Longhorn Head Coach since Fred Akers. And recruits may be appreciating that difference. Just last week the #1 prospect in the state, Houston Lamar cornerback Anthony Cook, told ESPN, “When Coach Strong was there … it was kind of dead, there was no energy and no one was laying a hat and hitting at practice. When I went to a practice (with Herman’s staff), it was up and competitive.”

The Hermans celebrated their 16th wedding anniversary last May as they settled into their role as Head Coach and First Lady of UT Football.

Michelle’s Twitter feed already has almost 10,000 followers. Along with all of UT Fandom, Herman has another supporter—former Buckeye boss Urban Meyer. The Statesman interviewed Meyer following Herman’s hiring as Head Coach for a program with as much history . . . and as much pressure . . . as Ohio State’s. “I think he’s ready for the task, and he’s always felt very strongly about the University of Texas,” Meyer said about his former assistant, who he also noted is “A great person, a great family man.”

Reports coming from the 40 Acres are that Herman is changing the culture, instilling a sense of organization and responsibility within the program and among the players that he found lacking when he arrived on campus.

Perhaps the odyssey that Tom and Michelle have endured as he’s sailed up the college ranks will end here in Austin. Their 12-year-old daughter Priya has changed cities 5 times, and along with her brothers Maverick (9) and TD (3) will once again be making new friends in a new neighborhood.

But as his predecessor all too quickly found out, contracts are no guarantee of a long tenure as UT’s Head Coach, and the performance of the Longhorns over the next two seasons will be critical to Herman’s ability to finally anchor his family in a town which desperately wants to embrace a winner for a long, long time to come.

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Blast to the past at Luck Reunion

Luck Reunion

Lucas Nelson, Willie Nelson Willie with family and friends

STORY BY CATHIE PARSSINEN PHOTOS BY PATTI PIESZCHALA

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HE ANNUAL Luck Reunion occurs at the same time as SXSW Music Festival, and it is a counterpoint to the iconic, global, music industry beast that electrifies Austin every March. That beast is lucrative. SXSW 2016 generated $325.3 million for the Austin economy. Located far from the Austin skyline, the small “town” of Luck was built on Willie’s ranch for the 1986 film, Red Headed Stranger, and both the old-timey Western setting and the music transport fans to an alternate version of Texas reality. The Luck Reunion connects an audience not only hungry to see and hear the legendary Willie Nelson but also hungry to immerse themselves in an undiluted taste of Texan cultural identity. This identity, like all others, is infected by shifts in the physical and cultural milieu. Change is pervasive and inevitable, and although Austin’s economic engine brings benefits of new jobs and more money, there is also a sense of loss and mourning about a style of life that once was and is no more. As T.R. Fehrenbach notes in his epic book, Lone Star: A History of Texas and Texans: Already, certain Texas chauvinisms are dying; Texans are revising their own mythology. When they have lost it altogether and when the officeworking, car-driving Texan is completely indistinguishable from his Northern counter-part, the history of Texas, as Texas, will be done.

At Luck, amongst the music of Texas singer-songwriters—the poets and wordsmiths of Texas culture—that identity and that history come alive again.

Willie strums the infamous “Trigger”

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Ray Benson, Dennis Ludiker, master fiddler

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The crowd surpassed Donald’s Inauguration numbers!

Micah Nelson with members of his band, Insects vs. Robots

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Lukas Nelson

Christian Wallace, writing for Texas Monthly, wrote a brilliant tribute to Willie. “Nelson threw us a curveball by adding a tune from his forthcoming album to the setlist. On “Still not Dead,” Willie sings, “Don’t bury me, I’ve got a show to play/I woke up still not dead again today.” The song shines as yet another example of his wry sense of humor, though the recent losses of Leon Russell and Merle Haggard paint the context surrounding the comedy with a black brush. Death, that great egalitarian, is a biological inevitability for all of us. But if ever there is someone able to indefinitely postpone his ride with the dark horseman, I know the 2,500 people in Luck on Thursday—who closed the night singing “Will the Circle Be Unbroken”—were hoping that person is Willie.”

Willie and Billy Joe Shaver

Ray Wylie Hubbard Melissa Pollard

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Joni Langle, Lisa and Paul Janacek

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Urban Cowboy Party Hosts

Kat Brooks, Patty Chandler, Cindy Wilson Grant and Barbara Foster

Chris Hester, Kathlene Crist

Urban Cowboy at the Range STORY BY BROOKE TOELLER PHOTOS BY MATTHEW FULLER, ROBERT GODWIN, TOMAS SEGURA

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2017 Toast of the Town Committee Co-chair, Tobie Funte Flannery; Kat Brooks

OR OVER three decades, St. David’s Community Health Foundation has presented a signature series of unique parties and special events that benefit the needs of the health community. Proceeds from Toast of the Town events support the W. Neal Kocurek St. David’s Scholarship Fund. In honor of Dr. Kocurek’s legacy as a visionary civic leader, who served as longtime President and CEO of St. David’s Health Care system, the Fund provides college scholarships to graduates from surrounding counties who are interested in pursuing health-related careers. Since this program began, nearly 300 scholarships have been awarded. Supporters of this worthy cause celebrated from April 15th through May 13th, attending 21 Toast of the Town parties.

The 2017 season concluded with Urban Cowboy at the Range, the final party. The Range at Austin is a 52,000 square foot extensive entertainment facility with a lavish private club. It offers gunsmithing, training and instruction, and state of the art shooting lanes. Guests, dressed in Urban Cowboy attire, feasted on wild game cuisine from Chef Misty Lowe of Austin Catering, and DJ Johnny Bravo provided entertainment.

The total amount raised during the 2017 Toast of the Town season was more than $505,000, which was matched 2:1 by the Foundation, providing a total of more than $1.5 million for the Neal Kocurek Scholarship Program.

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Tobie Funte Flannery, Alan Godfrey Anita Maxwell, Kat Brooks

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Erica Morgan, 2017 Miss Austin; Jaron Rodriguez, Make A Wish child

Cory Fleitz, Lake Travis Power Boat Association President; Brandi Fleitz

Make A Wish children and family members enjoy a pontoon ride, courtesy of the LT Power Boat Association.

Lake Travis Power Boat Association holds Make-A-Wish Benefit STORY BY CATHIE PARSSINEN PHOTOS BY PATTI PIESZCHALA

Boater tie up at The Gnarly Gar to get their cards stamped and have a bite.

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HE LAKE Travis Power Boat Association (LTPBA) sponsored The Lone Star Thunder Run, a benefit for the Austin Make-A-Wish® Foundation on Saturday, July 15th. Members of LTPBA hail from dozens of Lake Travis communities and share a passion for safe, go-fast boating! A poker run to raise money for Make-A-Wish® gave a worthy purpose to the pleasures of boating on the lake on a beautiful summer day. Lone Star Thunder Run boaters started their engines late Saturday morning with an itinerary of stops at participating marinas and restaurants on Lake Travis. And those engines did reverberate like thunder! Stops included the Lakeway Marina, Gnarly Gar, Sundancer Grill, North Shore Marina at the Hollows, Beachside Billy’s, Shack 512, the Lantern Bar & Grill at Briarcliff and Cow Creek Cove. In addition to the punch they received by attending the mandatory Captain’s safety meeting, boaters presented their registration cards and were given a punch at each stop. Players could draw a card for each stop made, with the possibility of drawing a minimum of 5 cards or a maximum of 9 cards from which to build a hand.

Everyone returned to Ernie’s on the Lake by 7 pm for the drawing of cards and the announcement of the winning hands. First Place winners, Renee and David Vogelstang, donated their winnings to Make-A-Wish®. Cory Fleitz, President of the Lake Travis Power Boat Association, summarized the results, “We were able to raise $25K. According to

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Make-A-Wish®, they need 5K per wish. Therefore, we will be granting five wishes for future kiddos. We are hoping we can grow this event each year and pull in even higher numbers!”

On Friday morning, the day before the Lone Star Thunder Run, the Lake Travis Power Boat Association invited a group of Make-A-Wish® children and family members to Emerald Point Marina for boat rides, swimming boatside and plenty of deck dancing, followed by lunch at Ernie’s on the Lake.

2nd place hand: Andrea and Carlton Johnson Cory Fleitz, Greg Riddle

1st place winners, the Vogelstangs donated their winnings to Make A Wish!

Worst hand!: Robbie Moore

Plush rocked the tunes!

1st place hand: Renee and David Vogelstang

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The unveiling of an old Texas style horse barn transormed into a game and entertainment center Campbell, Mikayla and Madison sing a tune with Pauline Reese

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The Reserve at Lake Travis Unveils New Activity Barn STORY BY BROOKE TOELLER PHOTOS BY PATTI PIESZCHALA Property Manager Harry Adams Jensen Jalufka, Steve Guy, Chris Jalufka

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HE RESERVE at Lake Travis is nestled on 3.5 miles of deep-water lakefront in Spicewood on the gorgeous South shore of Lake Travis.

Pictured here is the grand reveal of the reimagined transformation of an old Texas-style horse barn into a game and entertainment-filled activity barn. This new activity barn is located within The Reserve’s enclave of urbaninspired contemporary farmhouses. Homeowners of the Reserve, and special guests, gathered together to enjoy this latest amenity.

All the elements from the original structure have been repurposed, creating the updated and rustic contemporary design. This old horse barn was turned into a luxe game room perfectly suited for relaxing afternoons and recreational adventures with family and friends. Features include: shuffleboard, an outdoor kitchen and BBQ area, reading porch with two fireplaces, ping pong tables, foosball and big screen TV’s. Pauline Reese performed as neighbors gathered to celebrate this wonderful addition to their community.

Mark Carlson, Principal Partner at Cornerstone Architects, Denise Carlson

Kids cool off with a dunk in a cooler full of ice and bottled water!

Harry Adams, Property Manager; Steve Guy, Liz and Mike Brooks, Marina Manager at The Reserve at Lake Travis; Lee and LeighAnn Battle with sons Layne and Westin Jasper Koehan, Jenny Baird

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match for an LT team whose offense rolled in the championship game, scoring 52 points, with just 4 incompletions. LT was aggressive from the start, going deep on the first play for 6, and then following with a 2-point conversion. Receivers Hudson Card, Gray Sandlin, Kyle Eaves, Sterling Hupp, and Nick Villarreal each found the end zone with connections from QB Peyton Janecek. The defense also played well on the way to a 52-33 victory. The defensive play of the game was a momentum changer, when Max Foit intercepted a 2-point conversion at the goal line, and in rugby-style and 5 pitches later, Will Richardson took it to the house for 2 points.

Back row: Coach Matt Neal, Alec Fuentes, Isiaha Conner, Max Foit, Matthew Baldwin, Nathan Parodi, Ty Badciong, Ryan Wilkins, Kyle Eaves, Copeland Gothard, Braydon Roeder, Mikad Pottorff, Hudson Card, Coach Dallas Parker Front row: Coach Ross Hamann, Mauricio Trevino, Matthew Peterman, Nick Villarreal, Kyle Wakefield, Garrett Wilson, Cortland Denisio, Zane Berger, Brice Roeder, Coach David Parker

Lake Travis Football Teams Sweep 7on7!

STORY BY COACH ROSS HAMANN, LT VARSITY; COACH GREG JANECEK, LT JV; COACH JIM BALLARD, LT FRESHMAN PHOTOS BY SHELIA PARODI, VARSITY; KAREN HUPP, JV & FRESHMAN

LTHS VARSITY

by Ross Hamann Some skeptics believed this would be a “down” year for the Lake Travis football powerhouse.

The 7on7 season was a perfect way to start proving those skeptics wrong. The season had a rocky beginning with the team only qualifying for the State Championships in the 3rd and final State Qualifying Tournament. There were struggles on both sides of the ball but the guys continued to gel as a team, never giving up on the end goal of winning the ultimate prize.

Once Lake Travis arrived at the State 7on7 Championships it was all about one play at a time.

If the team created one great play at a time, they would have a chance to win. They did exactly that during the 2 days of intense competition. There were some amazing individual efforts but, all in all, the players supported each other every play. This team environment is what Lake Travis football is all about. They had to make one final stop against Waxahachie to win the State Championship.

After playing 5 games in intense heat all day, Lake Travis did what they do best: they came together as a team. They made that huge stop, officially winning the Texas State 7on7 Championship, proving yet again that Lake Travis will be a force to be reckoned with in 2017.

LTHS FRESHMAN

by Jim Ballard This Freshman team achieved the goal they set after the 2016 season of winning the State Championship.

The players committed to the Lake Travis system and the work required to achieve that goal.

Coach Jim Ballard could not be prouder of this group of players. “I have coached the core group of this team since they were in elementary school,” Ballard reflects. “Watching the boys grow into young men of such good character is so rewarding for me.

The parents of the players have raised their sons well, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have some positive influence on them. Coach William Yarnell is the best unpaid offensive coach in Texas,” Ballard declares.

The championship round of the State Tournament tested the mettle of the players. During the last three games, including the championship game, the team came from behind to win in the last minute of the game. The coaching staff, including Tanner Gillette and Marcus Pate, repeatedly preached to the players, “When your faith is tested, you learn to work through the challenge and that creates patience. Patience and hard work produce good things in life.” This team earned it.

LTHS JV

by Coach Greg Janecek The 2020 Class from Lake Travis looked to improve upon their 2nd place finish at state in 2016. To prepare, they competed in several varsity tournaments throughout the spring.

Their efforts paid off, sweeping pool-play, then winning close games in the quarter and semi-final games, including a come-frombehind win against Houston Cy Fair 2019, to get another chance at the title. Everything clicked in the championship game against a strong Dallas Richardson squad whose QB, coincidently, is a cousin of LT’s Charlie Brewer.

Although Richardson played well, they were no

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JV: Back row: Hudson Card, Gray Sandlin, Trevor Kan, Tag Humble, Kyle Eaves, Phoenix Robison, Reece Anderson Lower Row: Maui Trevino, Copeland Gothard, Will Richardson, Peyton Janecek, Nick Villarreal, Max Foit, Sterling Hupp FRESHMAN: Front row: Jake Ballard, Carter Rochford, Marcello Alanis, Antonio Wiley, Aden Nava; Second Row: R.J. Martinez, Luke Larson, Kaden Lauderback, Austin Dickey, Aaron Martinez, Gabe McNabb, Marcus Hanania, Reed Humann; Third Row: Ife Ohalete, Wesley Erwin, Nathan Ellisor Fourth Row: Raleigh Erwin, Jackson Scruggs, Mavryn Muniz-Sanchez, Nate Yarnell

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Lakeway Spine Center LAKEWAY SPINE CENTER is an integrated clinic offering chiropractic care, non-surgical spinal decompression, clinical massage therapy and acupuncture. Our skilled team’s mission of tailored, individual treatment combines the right therapies to accelerate healing.

Dr. Andrea Luise is a Nationally Board Certified Spinal Decompression Specialist. Her training allows for the dedicated management of disc disorders, such as disc herniations, disc bulges, sciatica, and spinal stenosis.

Non-surgical spinal decompression helps correct the disc issue at hand without changing the integrity of the disc. It is a gentle, safe approach with an extremely high effective rate, 86-91%. Dr. Andrea offers a complimentary consultation for all new patients to determine the appropriate treatment. If imaging is needed, she will refer out for a spinal MRI to determine the specific location and severity of the disc condition. If an MRI has been done, she will review the images or the report to assess further treatment, with recommendations for a customized treatment plan or a referral to the appropriate physician.

Rarely is an issue solely a muscle problem or a joint problem. Muscles connect to joints (via tendons). This is why we offer integrated care, to treat each person comprehensively. The combination of chiropractic care along with massage therapy or acupuncture allows for a faster, more complete healing pattern.

Lakeway Spine Center has been treating patients of Lakeway, Bee Cave, Steiner Ranch, and Hudson Bend since 2006. Lake Travis is the community we care for! We see newborns through seniors and would be honored to care for your family.

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Achieve Manual Physical Therapy ACHIEVE MANUAL PHYSICAL Therapy (AMPT) is an outpatient physical therapy clinic established in the fall of 2007 by owner and director Leilani M. Connors, PT, FAAOMPT. AMPT specializes in orthopedic, manual physical therapy. To maintain the highest standards of care, AMPT’s staff is primarily made up of fellowship-trained physical therapists. In addition, AMPT serves as a clinical site for The Manual Therapy Institute. The Manual Therapy Institute offers a program of post-professional clinical and didactic education that prepares the clinician for the subspecialty of orthopedic manual physical therapy.

AMPT treats athletes for sports injuries at every level, from young athletes (middle school and high school sports) to college level and professional athletes (MLB players, members of the PGA and WWF wrestlers). Common sports-related injuries treated include: ACL injuries, rotator cuff injuries (preand post-surgical rehab), labral tears of shoulder and hip, adhesive capsulitis, hypermobility syndromes of spine and shoulder and bicipital tendonitis.

Therapeutic interventions include: spine and peripheral joint mobilizations, myofascial and neural tissue mobilizations, movement systems assessment with corrective treatment strategies, biomechanical screens with functional integration approach, HEP with emphasis on movement system impairments and unloading equipment (Vigor unloader and treadmill) for lumbar cervical spine conditions.

AMPT seeks to provide comprehensive, highly skilled care utilizing the current best evidence-based treatments. Patients are seen by the same fellowship-trained physical therapists, from initial evaluation to discharge. The clinic features state-of-the-art unloading a gravity resistance equipment for safe, adjustable, low-impact therapy.

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The best thing is that the patient does NOT have to come back. No temporary!

Done! My favorite cases are our one-day makeovers: veneers in a day!�

Digital dentistry also includes techniques for diagnosing: X-rays. Digital x-rays have come a long way and most dentists are using them, but what makes Dr. Ehrlich stand apart is that he utilizes three-dimensional x-rays much like a CT scanner. This allows him to digitally plan dental implants and diagnose tooth problems that are very difficult to see on traditional x-ray views. He is one of the few general dentists in the US to even have this capability.

Dr. Ehrlich opened a new office and training facility at the Westlake Dermatology Building on Bee Caves Road. The

Digital Enamel Education Center has taught doctors from around the country and locally. Dr. Ehrlich explains, “Because I am at the forefront of technical dentistry, we were able to build a new facility that represents that in the Westlake Dermatology Building. I am glad to call the area my home and help my neighbors with the highest technology in dentistry.”

Smile Designs • Todd Ehrlich, DDS 8825 Bee Caves Road Suite E, Austin, Texas 78746 (In the Westlake Dermatology Building) www.WestlakeSmileDesigns.com (512) 263-8332

Where Total Joint Replacement Meets Totally Reimagined Care At Muve Health, we think differently about patient care delivery. Experience a new kind of Total Joint Replacement program that is centered around one thing: You.

Muve Health offers a reimagined, patient-centric approach to Total Joint Replacement. Through a hyper-specialized focus on joint replacement, a commitment to personalized patient care and education, and cutting-edge design, Muve’s innovative program raises the bar for your Total Joint Replacement experience.

Muve Health’s Lakeway location is led by Drs. David Dodgin and E. Matthew Heinrich. To learn more about Muve Lakeway and the Muve Health program, visit www.muvehealth.com/lakeway.

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MUVE HEALTH’S FLAGSHIP location in Lakeway, Texas offers a reimagined, patient-centric approach to Total Joint Replacement. Muve’s innovative care program raises the bar for patient experience by leveraging the collective synergy of three powerful concepts: a hyper-specialized focus on Total Joint Replacement, uniquely tailored patient care programs designed to optimize outcomes, and the use of cutting-edge technology solutions to deliver a more seamless care experience. Muve’s hands-on care team works actively with patients before, during and well after surgery, empowering each patient to take an active, informed, and well-supported role in his or her journey toward full mobility.

Muve Health’s Lakeway location is led by Drs. David Dodgin and E. Matthew Heinrich.

Dr. Dodgin specializes in hip and knee replacement and joint preservation surgery of the knee. He has helped develop national teaching programs for anterior hip replacement since 2004. Dr. Dodgin is board-certified and completed orthopedic training at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his Reconstructive Fellowship in Roanoke, Virginia and received his MD from University of California, San Diego (UCSD).

Dr. Heinrich specializes in joint replacement, from new, minimally invasive techniques to complex revision techniques. Dr. Heinrich completed formal training at Baylor College of Medicine, concentrating on adult reconstructive surgery after his residency. He holds degrees from Texas Tech School of Medicine and University of Houston. Board-certified, Dr. Heinrich is a consultant and a clinical assistant professor for the University of Texas Medical Branch. His fellow orthopedic surgeons in Austin commend him for service in the Texas Army National Guard and Naval Air Reserves.

BRACES, INVISALIGN AND retainers never seemed like so much fun as they do at Lakeway Orthodontics. Jeff Dykes DDS, MS and team consistently wow patients while delivering perfect smiles in a fun and laid back office atmosphere. Dr. Dykes has undergone extensive masters level education while studying Orthodontics beyond the regular dental school curriculum at the University of Texas Dental School in Houston. Dr. Dykes makes your top priority his top priority to provide the most ideal smile and bite result possible. He also utilizes the latest technological instruments such as, lowdose X-Ray imaging and 3D virtual treatment software to provide a safe and comfortable treatment experience for every patient. Patients are always remarking how they feel like they are visiting good friends when they come to each appointment!

The spacious treatment area is neatly decorated in the modern hill country decor that makes one feel like they are anywhere but a doctor’s office.

Family and friends are always invited to join the team and patients while at each appointment, in the clinic, but the reception area is a comfortable oasis all it’s own. The beverage center serves up coffee, tea, and water for those enjoying the comfortable quiet in the reception. The free Wifi is not only reliable but fast to allow simple browsing or heavy duty work emails to be done with ease.

The experience is made extremely convenient for busy families by the central location of the office at the corner of Lakeway Blvd and 620 South next to Moreland Properties.

Call Lakeway Orthodontics for your complimentary Orthodontic consultation and meet with Dr. Dykes today to figure out your options!

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Walls of Honor STORY AND PHOTOS BY BROOKE TOELLER

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N JULY 10 family, friends and supporters gathered at the specially adapted smart home currently under construction for U.S. Army Corporal Alan Babin, Jr. (Ret.) to write words of gratitude and inspiration on the walls of the recently framed home. The construction of a home of his own in Lakeway has been made possible by the support of the Gary Sinise Foundation. The home will have wheelchair-accessible doorways, mobility devices to assist in his transport and appliances at eye level. It will provide Alan the freedom he never thought he’d have. As his mother, Rosie Babin said, “The independence that this home is providing to him, and to us, will allow us to continue to grow and heal, together, and empower us to continue to support other wounded warfighters and their families.”

In 2003, medic Alan “Doc” Babin, Jr. suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen while courageously rushing to aid another solider. After dozens of surgeries, contracting meningitis, having a stroke and losing parts of many internal organs, a nursing home seemed the only option. With hard work, sheer determination and perseverance—and the unconditional support and advocacy of his family, Alan was able to live in his parent’s home. And soon, he will move into his own home.

BEANSPROUT PEDIATRICS offers complimentary prenatal visits, routine newborn care, well child care, camp/sport physicals, travel medicine consultations, ADHD management, minor wound care, allergy testing and treatment (Sublingual Drop Therapy), concussion testing (IMPact) and many other services. They run a walk-in clinic M-F 8-9am. They offer expanded hours through Beansprout After Hours Clinic M-Th 5-7pm, F 5-6pm and Saturday 8am-12pm.

Dr. Danielle Grant opened Beansprout Pediatrics in 2010. Beansprout Pediatrics is located at 13917 TX-71 in front of the Field Of Dreams on Hwy 71 W near the Hamilton Pool Rd intersection. Beansprout has opened a second location in Dripping Springs next to the Flores Restaurant, 2440 E Hwy 290, Unit C and are currently accepting appointments.

Dr. Grant is a mother of three and an active member of the community.

She graduated from UConn Medical School and completed her Pediatrics residency at Baylor/Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston.

Dr. Temple joined Beansprout Pediatrics in 2013. He was in private practice in Oregon for 5 years and is board certified in pediatrics and attended residency at Texas Children’s Hospital as well. He enjoys travel medicine and dedicates time to disaster relief, helping underserved populations around the globe.

Natalie Buchanan, CPNP, graduated from Texas Tech with a Masters in nursing. She was a highly regarded NICU nurse at LRMC and did many of her clinical rotations at Beansprout during her training. She is accepting new patients.

Sarah Berger and Jennifer Loaiza are pediatric board certified nurse practitioners and have been with Beansprout for over two years. They have been a tremendous asset to the growth of our booming practice.

13917 W. Hwy 71, Ste A, Bee Cave, Texas 512-610-7030 www.beansproutpediatrics.com

Lake Travis Independent Living AGING BRINGS A variety of health concerns, and especially important among these is eye health. Learning the warning signs of age-related vision problems may help alleviate some of these concerns and identify a path to better health and a happier retirement. Many eye-related diseases do not have early symptoms and can develop painlessly. Changes in vision are often not noticed until vision is quite impaired. A dry desert climate can increase the effects of dry eyes, so it is important to know the distinction between a simple case of dry eyes and something more serious.

Failing vision in seniors can lead to a host of other complications: the inability to drive, increased risk of falls, less mobility, loss of independence, social withdrawal—all of which, in turn, can cause anxiety and depression.

Wise lifestyle choices, regular eye exams and early detection of disease can significantly improve the chances of maintaining good vision and overall eye health as one ages. Also, it is important to note that health problems affecting other parts of your body may impact vision. Diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure) or taking medications that have eye-related side effects can increase risk. The American Optometric Association recommends annual eye examinations for everyone over age 60. See your doctor of optometry immediately if you notice any changes in your vision.

Lake Travis Independent Living is slated to open its doors to seniors in Lakeway in August and will offer the perfect lakeside lifestyle. For more information on Lake Travis Independent Living or to schedule a tour, please visit LakeTravisIndependentLiving.com or call 512-521-3763.

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John Brodnax, Past President 1997-98; Mike Maroney, Past President 1993-94; Melinda Osbourne, Past President 2010-11; Jim Gentil, Past President 2000-01; Doug Lindgren, Past President 2013-14; Buzz Buzzard; Keith Falcone, Past President 2016-17; Jeff Lamb, Past President 2001-2002; Jay Dolfuss, Past President, Westlake Rotary 2001-02; Gary Weldon, Past President 2015-16; Will Mitchell, Past President 2007-08; Mike Jansen, Past President 2009-10; View of Lake Travis from Vintage Villas, host of the event Patrick Easter, Past President 2012-13 Grand Marshals Lt. Colonel Kristine Shelstad (Ret.) and Colonel Richard Adams

Rotary Club of Lakeway/Lake Travis Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Gary Weldon awards retiring President Keith Falcone the 2nd Paul Harris Award

STORY AND PHOTOS BY CATHIE PARSSINEN

Mike Maroney embraces Founding Member June Grodin

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2017-18 President Kristine Shelstad, Colonel Richard Adams (Ret’d)

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Joan Buzzard, Keith Falcone awards Buzz Buzzard the Hall of Fame Award

N OVERFLOW crowd of Lake Travis Rotarians gathered at Vintage Villas on June 22nd to celebrate an anniversary that marked 25 years of service in the Lakeway/Lake Travis community. Many of the original founding officers and members were present to help commemorate the accomplishments of the past two and a half decades of “Service above Self.” More than 33,000 Rotary Clubs operate in over 200 countries and geographical areas, forming a global network of business and professional leaders who volunteer their time and talents in service of humanitarian projects within their communities and throughout the world. The Lakeway/Lake Travis Club is proud to count itself a member of this exemplary collaboration of world citizens who promote peace and goodwill.

Rotarians worldwide live by a 24-word code of ethics, called the 4-Way Test. Adopted by Rotary International in 1943, this simple philosophy guides the actions of all members: “Of the things we think, say and do: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?”

Kristine Shelstad solicits remarks from June Grodin

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Kristine Shelstad, Melinda Osbourne, Keith Falcone

FARADAY’S Celebrates Its Anniversary!

Thank you for 12 Years of Support, and for letting us help you create your own tables of bounty!

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Join us on Saturday, September 23rd from 11-2pm as we celebrate this milestone (see our website for more details).

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The presence of June Grodin, wife of the late Gerry Grodin who served as President from 1999-2000, transported many members back to the early days of the Club. June and Gerry Grodin were among the first 10 founding members and often catered the luncheon meetings when the group was still in its infancy. Kristine Shelstad, installed as 2017-2018 President at the celebration, honored June with a lifetime membership in the Club. “You are a living repository of our history in this community!”

Barker Keith, in Africa with the Rotary 3D Limb Project, was honored in absentia as “Rotarian of the Year.” Longtime Rotarian Buzz Buzzard received the Rotary Club Hall of Fame Award, and retiring President, Keith Falcone, received the second Paul Harris Award. Kristine Shelstad was installed as 2017-2018 President.

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Visit www.RotaryClubofLakeway.com to learn more.

Michael and Bridge Bertram, Lakeway City Councilwoman; Jamie and Jim Gentil

Amy and Gary Weldon

Angela Hohn, Amy Engelmann and Carol Saxenian (Youth) Brian and Pam Besch

Tim and Melinda Osbourne, Shelterbox advocates

Heather Terry, Will Wynn, former Austin Mayor and Co-chair, For the Love of the Springs Campaign; Karen and Ray Brimble, Host Committee

The Barton Springs Conservancy celebrated the 70th year anniversary of the Barton Springs Bathhouse and Luci Baines Johnson’s 70th birthday at the historic Driskill Hotel on May 11.

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Ralph Webber, Board of Directors; Luci Baines Johnson, Honorary Co-chair; James Nortey II, Board of Directors

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Michael Cannati, President of the Barton Springs Conservancy; Kathy Keig Ashley and Lisa Olmeda Board Members Jordan Ramsey, Jon Beall

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HE BARTON SPRINGS Bathhouse opened its doors for the first time in 1947. Through the years, it became a genuine Austin icon, along with the pool and the springs it supports.

In this year of the 70th birthday of the Bathhouse, Barton Springs Conservancy and Honorary Chair Luci Baines Johnson, who also celebrates her 70th birthday this year, moved toward the goal of rehabilitating the Bathhouse for a contemporary audience. To support that goal, the Conservancy hosted two interconnected events, a 70th Birthday Bash fundraiser at the Driskill Hotel on May 11th, and a 70th Birthday Splash and Plunge at Barton Springs on May 13th.

The evening at the Driskill included testimonials honoring Luci for her rich history as a preservationist of Texas treasures. These included a poem by Liz Garton Scanlon and remarks made by Conservancy colleagues and dear friends.

In addition, Darden Smith collaborated with Luci to compose a song about the Springs, titled “Cool Waters.” Smith and fellow musicians Eliza Gilkyson and Carrie Rodriguez performed the song at the event, and, from her table, Luci sang the words along with the musicians.

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HE BARTON SPRINGS Conservancy invited fans of the Springs to a grand birthday party to celebrate the seven-decade history of the Barton Springs Bathhouse on Saturday, May 13. A parade around the pool deck and the Bathhouse itself kicked off the festivities that ended in an exuberant group plunge into the chilly waters.

H-E-B served plenty of birthday cakes to refuel party-goers after their celebratory swim.

Designed by architect Dan Driscoll, the Barton Springs Bathhouse is an architectural and historical Austin treasure and a beloved local gathering spot in the heart of Zilker Park.

It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated a Historic Landmark by both the City of Austin and the State of Texas. After 70 years of use and enjoyment, the original Bathhouse is in need of repair, rehabilitation, and updating. The Barton Springs Conservancy has stepped up to the plate to accomplish this goal.

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Sandy and Dudley Youman Lisa Leyva and her team from Partnering Sponsor H-E-B presented Luci with a special birthday cake!

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H-E-B’s birthday cake honoring Barton Springs Bathhouse 70th year!

Luci greets Airforce Cadet Sterling Burdine, Drum Major for the Longhorn ROTC Band

Ian Turpin with granddaughter, Annie Mooney, and daughter, Kerry Turpin Mooney

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Rendering of the to-be-built Backyard Amphitheater The Lake Travis Fiddlers

Bee Cave Mayor, Caroline Murphy; Developer John Paul DeJoria, President of the Live Oak Amphitheater, Tim O’Connor; and Developer Christopher Milam symbolically move the dirt for the groundbreaking of the new Backyard.

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Connie Wilson, Kevin Connor Jay Stein, CEO of Dream Hotel Group, selected to built the 4-star resort hotel The Nelson; Jolcelyn Stein

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The Lake Travis Fiddlers

NTREPRENEURS and philanthropists John Paul DeJoria and Christopher Milam held a groundbreaking ceremony and celebration in Bee Cave, Texas on the site where they will construct The Backyard, a 50-acre fully integrated live-work-play creative corporate campus. They were joined by the Mayor of Bee Cave the Honorable Caroline Murphy at the ceremony.

“Today marks a special day as we officially break ground on The Backyard, bringing back live performances of popular music and adding symphonic, theatrical, ballet and operatic performances.

In doing so we are creating a special place for local residents and visitors to experience the beauty of sound, within the beauty of the Texas Hill Country,” said John Paul DeJoria. “This project, once completed, will bring a storied Austin venue back to the community and create a totally unique lifestyle around it.”

“As residents and visitors flock to the Texas Hill Country, the development of this creative campus will bring thousands of jobs to the area and drive millions of dollars in new tax revenue for our City and the region annually,” said Mayor Murphy. “The Backyard will also further position our community as a destination and a lifestyle that is both unique and authentic to the region, while also maintaining Bee Cave’s long-standing legacy of live entertainment.”

“All of us at some time in our lives have a dream. Mine was to have a music venue of national stature in the Texas Hill Country.

When completed, we will be able to host both national and local performances for all to come and enjoy under the starlit skies of the great State of Texas,” said Tim O’Connor, President of the Live Oak Amphitheater.

Currently being developed by IDM, the project is being designed by a group of local architects including: Bercy Chen Studio, Dick

Clark + Associates, and Steinbomer, Bramwell & Vrazel Architects; along with countless sub-consultants, engineers and specialty designers. There will be two general contractors on site, Hoar Construction and Lott Brothers Construction.

The project will open in phases beginning in the fall of 2018.

The Backyard will include: • Two live music venues: The Live Oak Amphitheater and the Glenn • A 4-star resort hotel: The Nelson • An advanced music recording studio • Multiple restaurants and bars including Bloom, Rise, and Above, among others • A luxury residential community: Ethan’s View Condominiums and Townhomes • Multiple Outdoor Parks, Amenities, and a Community Teaching Garden at the Old Backyard • 12 Class-A corporate offices • Two Tier-3 data centers • A distributed energy center (DEC) to power the Backyard Microgrid “We are dedicated to preserving the beauty and lifestyle of the Texas Hill Country while finding thoughtful ways to share it with the world,” said Mr. Milam. “By creating a fully integrated and environmentally conscious community, we can offer a contemporary lifestyle that brings together the dynamic benefits of the Austin area with the beauty and rhythm of the Texas Hill Country.”

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Singer/Songwriter Bob Schneider kicked off the celebration.

Sarah and Josie Simmer Cade Whitehouse, Kelli Daniel Walter Coto, Diana Cerri, Paco and Raquel Rallo

Georgetown Police Department Honor Guard

Russell & Meghan Williams, Co-Chairs Peggy & Dan Pitts

Help Our Wounded Charity Concert and Golf Tournament STORY AND PHOTOS BY BROOKE TOELLER

T Christy Petru, Rose Sharp, Kayvon Leath, Holly Wright, Chelsey Henry, Kristy Kercheville, Mindy Ondrasek Christy Babin, Alexandra Smithey, Sonia Alfaro, Kim Copeland, Cpl. Alan “Doc” Babin Jr., Rosie Babin, Brooke Toeller, Diane Jackson

HE SECOND annual charity golf tournament and concert, benefitting Help Our Wounded, raised more than $180,000! Help Our Wounded, founded

by Rosie Babin in 2009, is a local nonprofit that provides help and resources to seriously wounded service members and their caregivers. Dan and Peggy Pitts, Golf Steering Committee Chairs, collaborated with their team to ensure this 2-day event was brilliantly successful. A dinner with silent and live auctions at the Sheraton Georgetown preceded a day on the links at Cimmaron Hills. Keynote speaker and special guest COL (Ret.) Tom Magness, spoke inspirationally of leadership. Presenting sponsor Keystone Concrete Placement, as well as the other sponsors, helped to make the dinner, concert, and golf tournament such a success that sponsors and players want to be included again next year. So SAVE THE DATE! The dinner will be June 9, 2018 and the golf tournament on June 11, 2018.

On December 31, Help Our Wounded will be holding its annual New Year’s Eve Gala at the Sonesta Hotel in Bee Cave, Texas.

For more information on the Gala, or to donate to Help Our Wounded, visit www.HelpOurWounded.org.

Country singer-songwriter Radney Foster gave an intimate concert following dinner at the Sheraton.

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Thanks to a very generous grant from the St. David’s Foundation, Drive A Senior Southwest has a new 10 passenger van that will be used for weekly grocery trips and other group rides in the area.

DRIVE A SENIOR SOUTHWEST EXPANDS INTO LAKE TRAVIS Drive A Senior Southwest Board members and volunteers presented an information session and fundraiser for interested members of the community at a home in Rough Hollow as they gear up their local operation in Southwest Travis County. Drive a Senior Network is an Austin-based nonprofit whose members provide free transportation, friendship and other support services to non-driving seniors. Their mission is to allow seniors to maintain an independent, healthy lifestyle while remaining in their homes. With the expansion of service to Bee Cave, Lakeway and adjacent neighborhoods, Drive a Senior Southwest is seeking volunteer drivers who have a few hours every month to help their neighbors achieve healthy aging in place.

Cyndi Cummings, founder of Austin Senior Resource Alliance and a broker associate with Keller Williams, is a Certified Senior Housing Professional, whose goal is to help older adults with post-retirement living. She believes Drive a Senior offers great benefits to seniors in the Lake Travis community.

Email sw@driveasenior.org, call 512-364-6501, or visit driveasenior.org/austin-southwest to volunteer or donate.

Robyn Booth, Community Liaison for Senior Resource Guide; Mary Sue Clyne, Board Chair, Drive a Senior Southwest; Ann Maloley, Chief Strategy Officer for Be Well MD

Standing: Mary Kathryn Kane, Patty Calixto, Kellye Jennings; Seated: Cathy Buchanan, Martha King, Cyndi Cummings, founder of Austin Senior Resource Alliance and a broker associate with Keller Williams; Natalie Cummings, Bertina Schreiber

Melissa Mandry, Alfred of Alfred’s Catering, Gayle Berkbigler, KW Commercial; Luna Pearl Parkman, Mary Lynne Gibbs, Broker, KW Lake Travis Market Center; Mindy Bakker, Mortgage Pros; Cindy Crowell, Flowers provided by LemonLeaf Florist

Drive A Senior Southwest Board Members: Paula Klante, Mary Sue Clyne, Ginny Murphy, Martha King

PROPERTY SHOWCASE Summer is the time for Realtors® to present their most extravagant listings at lavish parties with cocktails, gourmet hors d’oeuvres and live music. Mary Lynne Gibbs, KW Broker and listing agent of this remarkable property at 104 La Strada invited guests to experience an evening of luxurious living. This gorgeous, sprawling, single-story home on 2 ½ acres in the serene, gated Arbolago neighborhood is a prime example of the incredible value available to buyers who long for the feeling of country close to Lake Travis but also want to live in a vibrant community—with a pulse—that boasts an abundant mix of shops and restaurants, golf, superior schools and other amenities.

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Valerie Rutherford, Frieda McLaughlin, Melinda Bily Luna Pearl Parkman Cindy Crowell, Nikki Vallefuoco, Melissa Mandry

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Courney Bishop, Business Development, Independence Jay Southwork, CEO, Independence Title; Jacqueline Harris Title, Lakeway and Bee Cave Offices, Pam Bishop

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Bill Dippo, Shelli McLaughlin, Keller Williams; Melinda Carroll, Austin Business Development, Independence Title

Beth Byer, First United Bank; Phyllis Avery Anderson, Branch Manager and Escrow Officer, Independence Title, Bee Cave Offices Rene Campos, Phyllis Campos, General Manager, Community Impact Newspaper

Piper and Tim Cardinal, Banking Center President, Prosperity Bank

Lisa Aylor, Keller Williams; Aurelius Sofia, Skyline Mortgage

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ITH THE hot real estate market and significant growth throughout the Lake Travis area, both commercially and residentially, Independence Title felt the time was right to open an office in Bee Cave to supplement the established and busy Independence Title office in Lakeway. Their grand opening was attended by many industry associates, including mortgage brokers, Realtors® and a crowd of professionals riding the tide of the current real estate market.

The commercial closing department at Independence Title includes proficient commercial closers and account representatives, in-house attorneys, staff market analysts, and a local title research department. With clients and projects that span all business sectors, Independence Title is backed by every major national underwriter.

Residentially, Independence Title works to effect successful property transactions, no matter the size. Their team consists of some of the most experienced escrow professionals in Texas and is backed by a local title examination department and progressive information sources.

Although Independence Title has branches in more than 30 counties, local partnerships allow them to conduct transactions anywhere in Texas. Due to an outstanding Customer Service Department and Education Department, abundant resources are provided to clients so they can best determine where they would like to live.

Rose King, Training and Business Coach Specialist, Independent Title, Austin office; Collette Phillip, First United Mortgage Group; Barbara Van Dyke, Kuper Sotheby’s.International Realty

Celebrating Local Business SOUTHERN ROOTS A group of hair stylists who worked together for years and formed a bond like a family were thrilled to come together to share their artistry with the City of Lakeway when Fran Davis opened the salon Southern Roots. Southern Roots, a unique, upscale full-service salon located in Oak Grove Plaza, offers a wide variety of hair services including haircuts, color, highlights, bailage, Brazilian blowouts, express color/highlights, Keratin treatments, blow outs, and styling.

Opened in October 2016, this salon stands out from the competition for its cozy, warm, and laid-back environment. Davis created Southern Roots as a place where clients come in and get their hair done, see an old friend, or make a new one over a cup of coffee or glass of champagne, and leave feeling fabulous about themselves and their hair. She wanted it to be a place where clients leave feeling more beautiful than ever, and excited to return in the future for their hair needs.

Davis stated, “Everyone in the salon is from the south and that is what makes us proud of our southern roots.” She declared that her favorite part about being a hairstylist is making people happy. She went on to say, “It gives me such a sense of joy knowing that I play a small part in helping others feel better about themselves by giving them the best hair they can have.

As the owner of the salon and part time stylist, I love seeing my teammates achieve success and work together!” Though born in Louisiana, Davis moved to the Lakeway area 18 years ago and attended Lake Travis Middle and High School. She and her high school sweetheart, Lance Davis, were married in 2013 and have a 20-month-old son, Peyton.

Davis attended Baldwin Beauty School in Austin soon after high school, and the other Southern Roots girls studied at Avenue 5 and Nuvani Institute.

Davis has been a stylist for 12 years, and the other girls who work at the salon have been stylists for approximately 8-10 years. With so many years of combined experience, the stylists at Southern Roots stay current with the

Mandy Pate, Lacy King, Fran Davis, Molly Rundle-Haver, Krislyn Knight

latest trends by attending international beauty shows, as well as color and new technique classes. Several of the Southern Roots stylists are also Redken Color Certified.

The atmosphere at this salon is a fun and relaxed one. The Southern Roots ladies naturally and effortlessly develop relationships with their clients and have created quite the following of loyal clients who keep coming back week after week and year after year. Southern Roots is a place of laughter—and a place of joy.

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5. Late hours available upon request.

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GALATI YACHT SALES In 1970, Michael Galati, Sr. moved his wife and five children to Anna Maria Island, Florida possessed of nothing but a big dream. That dream—to create a service and boat dealership—became a reality when he started Galati Yacht sales. After purchasing a marina on Anna Maria Island that had been devastated by a tornado, he told his wife, Anna Maria, “We will work hard, and we’ll make it.” And that is what they did.

When Michael Galati Sr. passed in 1992, company ownership fell to the Galati siblings who grew the business to the number one, privately owned, marine dealership in the world, with 10 locations in the United States, Mexico and Costa Rica. In 2009, Galati Yacht Sales entered the Boating Industry Hall of Fame, an honor awarded after receiving the top position in the Top 100 Dealers for several years.

The Houston/Galveston location of Galati Yacht Sales opened 10 years ago and, with one floating office in Galveston and a sales office in Port O’Connor, Galati serves the boating needs of the Gulf Coast, along with the surrounding areas of Houston and Austin. Galati offers superior products, incorporates values of excellence throughout all levels of the company, and is recognized as a superior dealership throughout the boating industry.

Their commitment to continuous improvement is a philosophy Galati strives to accomplish every day. A thriving, third-generation family-owned and operated company, Galati’s goal is to “consistently exceed the expectations of our customers.” Their team is encouraged to think creatively and proactively regarding key roles within the company. They understand that every step forward is a step towards achieving greater knowledge and experience that they use to surpass the expected. This team mindset reinforces a company brand that has allowed their business to thrive. The company strives to give their

Mike Galati, Anna Maria Galati, Chris Galati, Carmine Galati, Fran Galati, Joe Galati

clients a truly life changing experience that brings pure joy for them, their family, and friends. Their exceptional services allow them to establish lifetime relationships with their customers. Galati often hosts rendezvous and fishing tournaments that allow them to enjoy time on the water with their customers and introduce their customers to fellow boating enthusiasts.

Galati Yacht Sales is a member of the association of Certified Professional Yacht Brokers, and represents an elite group of lines, including Cruisers, Viking, Princess, Maritimo and Prestige Yacht dealers. They also represent many other brands in the brokerage market, as well as pre-owned vessels.

Galati Yacht Sales is a proud member of the International Yacht Brokers Association and Gulf Coast Yacht Brokers Association. With exceptional customer service, an extensive selection of yachts, and locations throughout the United States, Mexico and Costa Rica, Galati Yacht Sales is committed to offering customers a first-class experience.

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STORY BY BROOKE TOELLER PHOTOS COMPLIMENTS OF CRESCENT COMMUNITIES

The 2017 Parade of Homes™ AT THE PENINSULA IN ROUGH HOLLOW, LAKEWAY

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EGENDS COMMUNITIES and Crescent Communities hosted the Spring 2017 Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Austin Parade of Homes™ at The Peninsula at Rough Hollow.

This annual event showcases the newest trends in construction, building design, interior décor, and landscaping in one of the nation’s most vibrant real estate communities. This year marks the third Parade of Homes™ tour held at Rough Hollow within 10 years. This Parade of Homes™, specifically, was one of the most highly anticipated ever due to The Peninsula’s spectacular views of the Hill Country and Lake Travis. Nestled high above Lake Travis, and just a short ride from downtown Austin, The Peninsula at Rough Hollow offers an unparalleled lake living experience. Located in a naturally secluded, private enclave, it offers a limited number of lakeside, estate home sites priced from the $300s to $1 million-plus.

This tour featured five prestigious custom-built homes by awardwinning builders specifically selected for this showcase vent—Arbogast Custom Homes, Jenkins Design + Build, Lake Travis Builders, Laurel Haven Homes, and Triton Custom Homes Inc. Custom home builders Arbogast Custom Homes, Jenkins Design + Build, and Triton Custom Homes

Inc. used farmhouse and barn themes as a design inspiration. The classic farmhouse and modern-day interpretation of the Arbogast home suggests a timeless sensation and style, as rustic and modern features are blended throughout the home. This unique home features a Chef’s kitchen, upgraded appliances, and a heavenly pool and spa. As noted in the Official HBA Guide to the Parade, the architects from The Jenkins Design & Build sought to “Raise the bar on the barn” by creating a home “blurring the lines between inside and out.” Although the home possesses the rustic charms of a barn, the architects outfitted the home with state-of-the-art amenities, and sleek The Jenkins Farmhouse Jenkins Design & Build

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modern lines nestle next to architectural elements of a rustic bygone era. The Hilltop Transitional Barn was the inspiration for the home built by Triton, and the style that guided the architects was contemporary luxury. With the open kitchen/living/dining, 270 degrees of Lake Travis and Hill Country views, and oversized pool with cascading waterfall, this extravagant contemporary home stayed true to the guiding inspiration from start to finish. All three of these homes exude charm, comfort, and elegance.

The Laurel Haven team looked to the grand mansions and villas from the Thirties and Forties for architectural inspiration.

As stated in the Official HBA Guide to the Parade, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This modern vintage villa features cutting edge design and finishes woven with the charm and grandeur of an era gone by.â&#x20AC;? From a full-service bar to vast floor to ceiling windows to an epic outdoor area, the home begs for a crowd of guests. Interiors provided by Crescent House Furniture emphasized the unique architectural assets and over-the-top construction finishes.

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All five homes featured in this year’s Greater Austin Parade of Homes™ possess unique and exquisite features in the presentation of both interior and exterior design.

While each builder had different sources of inspiration, each stayed true to a distinct mission and created luxurious one-of-a-kind homes, on plots of land, with some of the best views in Central Texas.

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Dance Institute Students Travel Far and Wide STORY BY CATHIE PARSSINEN PHOTOS BY JOSH BREWSTER PHOTOGRAPHY, LUIS PONS, RHILEE PHOTOGRAPHY

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RAIN AND TRANSFORM” Dance Institute’s mantra and motto provides a superb payoff for its dedicated dancers. Throughout the year, DI students’ training includes 15 plus hours a week of dance, plus rehearsals and performance opportunities. During the 2017 competition season DI took top spots at all competitions and conventions. The pay back for this hard work and phenomenal training results in acceptance for DI dancers to top programs across the country and abroad and college scholarships!

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SUMMER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Kele Roberson trained at the Royal Ballet in London and then at the Netherlands Dance Theater before returning in the fall to attend Juilliard on a full scholarship.

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Taylor Faas, age 15, commented, “My experience at Alvin Ailey’s Summer Intensive in NYC is one I’ll never forget! The teachers were very

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professional and took the time to focus on each student to help each of us succeed in every class. The thing I loved most was that they were able to offer so many different styles of dance in one intensive. This helped me to become a more diverse dancer, since I got to take corrections from teachers with many different technical backgrounds. I loved the whole experience, and I hope to come back to Ailey soon!”

Eva Lawlor, age 12, loved Bolshoi Ballet’s Summer Intensive in Connecticut. “Bolshoi ballet has been a great experience! I have grown so much as a dancer and as a person. It is incredible to meet so many people from all over the world. I’ve met girls from Venezuela, Switzerland, France and Germany! It is super interesting as well as a challenge to be instructed in Russian and to hear the bilingual translators switch constantly from Russian to English! I have learned so many new skills and love that I can dance all day long and experience new teaching styles! I feel like this has been one of the greatest experiences I’ve had in dance!”

Natalie Wong, age 15, trained at American Ballet Theater Summer Intensive in California.

“American Ballet Theater Summer Intensive CA has been such an amazing experience so far! It is so cool how dancers selected from all over the country come together to train with such amazing professionals. This summer intensive has been truly fascinating—teaching me so much more than actual dancing, such as ballet history, proper nutrition; and I’m even learning to do my own laundry! I’ve had so much fun making new friends and am looking forward to the next 2 weeks!”

Nick Schroeder, age 16, attended Kairos Pro Dance Prep in Los Angeles, a program designed for advanced dancers interested in a commercial dance career in Los Angeles. This invitation-only program includes introductions and auditions with A-list Hollywood choreographers, specialized dance classes, dance business seminars, photo shoots and a video shoot on a Hollywood sound stage.

Other DI dancers out and about are Sydney James, age 17, at Alonso King Lines in San Francisco; Clarisse Rosenthal, age 16, at Master Ballet in Scottsdale; Alyssa Pratt, age 13, a full scholarship at the Houston Ballet and attendance at The Rock School in Pennsylvania; Kara Yuan, age 9, Joffery Dallas; Avery Clevlen, age 11, Joffery Ballet NYC, and Louie Williams at NYCDA’s Summer Intensive in NYC. “I am so proud of the school DI has become. My dream from day one was the pursuit of excellence in training, and my goal for training has always been to have well-rounded technical dancers who could succeed in the dance world according to their dreams. I am thrilled for each of my dancer’s successes . . . they are my flowers, and DI is in full bloom,” notes Linda Holland, Founder, Owner and Artistic Director of Dance Institute.

Dance Institute will celebrate its 10th anniversary May 15 2018, and the Performance Academy turns 8.

Natalie Wong

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Jessica Brown, Alissa Magrum, Executive Director, Colin’s Hope

Colin’s Hope Partners in World’s Largest Swim Lesson STORY BY CATHIE PARSSINEN PHOTOS BY PATTI PIESZCHALA

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HE LAKEWAY Swim Center and Colin’s Hope participated in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, a global, annual drowning prevention awareness event, to offer a local lesson for community children. This June marked the nine year anniversary of the heartbreaking loss of 4-year-old Colin in a lifeguarded pool, surrounded by family and other adults. Grief and shock drove Colin’s parents to found Colin’s Hope to prevent childhood drowning, still the leading cause of unintended death for U.S. children ages 1–4. As of this date, Texas has lost 47 children to drowning in 2017.

A 2014 survey by the American Red Cross found that 54% of Americans either can’t swim or don’t have all of the basic swimming skills. Additionally, in a 2006 Safe Kids Worldwide report, only 49% of parents surveyed indicated that they remain within arms’ reach of their child in the water.

Andra Bennett, Lakeway Parts and Recreation

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