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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2021 PUBLISHER

John Rutherford | john.rutherford@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Connie Clark | connie.clark@lifestylepubs.com

GO GREEN TO KEEP BOERNE CLEAN!

Michael Kotze | michael.kotze@lifestylepubs.com

IT’S TIME TO THINK GREEN ... APRIL IS ECO MONTH! The weather is

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

warming up, the flowers are budding, and the birds are chirping. After the crazy

Siena Gagliano

winter weather, Texas has had these past few months, I think we all are welcoming

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spring with open arms. This issue comes at a perfect time! With the temperature rising, we as a community have the opportunity to get out and appreciate Boerne’s outdoor beauty. However, in order to preserve our town’s environment, we must all do our part to make eco-conscious decisions. We at Boerne Lifestyle are here to make your job a little easier. Don’t know where to start? Not to worry, this issue is packed with some of the best sustainable living

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Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Connie McFall Clark, Jack Estes, Crystal Henry, Cliff Kaplan, Renee Namvar, Jenni Urbanczyk CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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practices, outdoor activities, and a whole lot more! There are so many wonderful ways to support our community while making sustainable decisions. Enjoy this issue, Boerne — oh, and don’t forget to enjoy the beautiful days. John Rutherford, Publisher

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2021

FEATURES 12 Kendall County Friends of the Night Sky Boerne: The Best Little Night Sky T own in Texas

14 Sustainability Isn’t Just a Buzzword in This Part of Texas It’s a Lifestyle!

18 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Award Patrick Heath Public Library: the First in Kendall County to Receive it

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22 Urban Tree is More Than Just a Tree Service Certified Arborist Scott Anderson Shares Best Practices

18 DEPARTMENTS

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Trend Setter

Artist’s Palette

Inspired By

22 Local’s Choice 24 DIY 26 Renovate & Refine 28 Healthy Lifestyle 30 Lifestyle Calendar 33 Realty Report 34 Culinary Creations

GOOD TIMES 1.

There's Always Something To Enjoy In Boerne Despite some very cold weather at the start of 2021 and the ongoing restrictions of COVID, there were numerous events to enjoy in Boerne. From theater to walking Boerne's urban trails to reopening of music venues, Boerne residents and visitors remain hopeful that 2021 brings healing, prosperity and enjoyment.

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AROUND TOWN

BEVY LADIES NIGHT Wednesday nights are Ladies' Nights at The

LIVE MUSIC SERIES - TAPATIO SPRINGS HILL COUNTRY RESORT

Bevy Hotel Boerne. Grab your girls and treat

Kick back on the La Cascada Patio every Friday

yourself to an evening of live music, karaoke, and

and Saturday night to enjoy pure Texas fare, a

happy hours! Festivities run from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m

refreshing beverage and live music from talented

with Happy Hour until 7:00 p.m. with $2.00 off all

artists. Reservations are recommended so call

drinks and appetizer specials. Best of all, they have

830-537-6245. Enjoy the beautiful Tapatio Springs

a very special "Take the Elevator Home" room rate

surroundings. 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.

if you want to keep the party going all night long! Give yourself a midweek treat and celebrate this Wednesday night at The Bevy!

DOG & PONY GRILL'S MONTHLY EVENTS There is always something going on at the Dog

RICHTER BAKHAUS

& Pony Grill in Boerne. Besides excellent food and drinks, the owners host a variety of events every

Richter Bakhaus is now serving ice cream as

month. From car shows to painting parties, this

well as their fabulous pastries and breads. There

venue is perfect for family dining. A large outside

are a variety of flavors to choose from with fresh

patio is available in good weather as well as the

ingredients and some even infused with adult alco-

large open area with tables and a stage for music

hol fixings. Check the 153 Main website to discover

acts. Check out the website for upcoming events.

all the offerings that complex has to offer.

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TREND SETTER

LOCAL ANTIQUE SHOPS AND THRIFT STORES FUN PLACES TO SHOP FOR LUXURY AND GENTLY-USED ITEMS

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Random Hangars for Hill Country Family Services

Friends of the Library’s Bookshop Under the Windmill

Daly Finds Resale Boutique

122 W Advogt Street, Boerne - This

451 N Main Street, Boerne - The

455 S. Main Street, Suite 1, Boerne

is a thrifter’s dream with carefully

Friends of the Library is a nonprofit orga-

- Fashion can’t be limited to a single

selected items to ensure that excellent

nization designed to support the library

designer or label. So, we have created a

quality merchandise and modern styles

by funding projects and equipment not

robust guide of labels we inadvertently

are available. You can find seasonally

covered by other funding sources.

gravitate toward. We provide consign-

appropriate designer clothing, shoes,

Donate gently used books, videos,

ment services for larger, higher end

handbags and accessories at Random

DVDs, and CDs and if the item is up-to-

pieces including antiques, designer

Hangers and art, household goods and

date and in excellent condition we’ll add

handbags and accessories. Contact us

gifts items at The Warehouse. Benefits

it to our collection. Otherwise, the item

to let us know what you’ve got! Check

HCFS clients in their journey to

will be sold in the Bookshop. https://

first to be sure we’re accepting new

self-sufficiency. https://www.hcfstx.

www.ci.boerne.tx.us/197/Library

items. https://www.dalyfinds.com/

org/random-hangers/

The Benedictine Sisters of Boerne The Sisters’ Attic Thrift Store

Fabulous Finds of Kendall County Women’s Shelter

316 W. Highland Drive, Boerne - The

934 N. School Street, Boerne -

115 W. Bandera, Boerne - Every item

Sisters’ Attic Thrift Store is the perfect

Fabulous Finds is an upscale thrift store

donated and sold here provides sup-

place to find a variety of gently used

that strives to give you the best shopping

port to our Spay/Neuter clinic at 924 N

clothing, furniture, housewares, books,

experience. We carry everything from

Main Street. Take a look inside our Thrift

specialty items, and household collect-

household items to clothing and even

Store! It is a veritable cornucopia of great

ibles at reasonable prices. The Sisters’

furniture! You never know what thrilling

gifts, household items, utility to unique,

Attic works with organizations to serve

goodies you will find in our quaint shop.

antiques and vintage items. Something

the needs of the community and also

All proceeds benefit the Kendall County

you think is junk and simply want to

assists local disabled veterans and

Women’s Shelter. http://www.kcw-

toss out may just be the one thing that

homeless individuals. https://boerne-

stexas.org/thrift-store.html

someone has been searching for. http://

benedictines.org/sisters-attic/

Hill Country Animal League Thrift Store

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ARTIST’S PALETTE BOERNE: THE BEST LITTLE NIGHT SKY TOWN IN TEXAS

ARTICLE JACK ESTES AND CLIFF KAPLAN

kendall county friends of the night sky AS A LONG TIME AMATEUR ASTRONOMER, I THINK IT’S IMPORTANT TO PRESERVE WHAT’S LEFT OF OUR HILL COUNTRY DARK SKIES. You don’t have to have a telescope or even binoculars. It does help if you can view the sky that has as few bright lights as possible away from San Antonio sky glow which now encroaches into our sacred Hill Country. Kendall County Friends of the Night Sky is helping to show residents and businesses how to be Dark Sky Friendly. In the outback of Kendall County our skies are relatively pristine (dark) at night. Looking south that sky glow is made up of brightly lit billboards, new and used car lots, unshielded or poorly designed streetlights, neighborhood lighting, business lights and their related advertising signage. We could drastically reduce the electrical demand if we just had lighting where we needed it (downward facing). Many people over light their property thinking of the security angle. The way to make your home or business more secure is with lighting that only comes on when

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motion is detected. It is quite a deterrent when an unexpected light suddenly comes on via a motion detector. The Hill Country has outstanding night skies, recognized many times over by the International Dark Sky Association and others around the world. The night skies here are a part of our identity, celebrated in song, are part of a hospitable habitat for our region's song birds, fireflies, and other beloved wildlife, and are even crucial to our national security, as military training at Camp Bullis is dependent on naturally dark skies in its environs. The region's rapid growth, paired with conventional approaches to outdoor lighting, pose serious threats to our night skies. Thankfully, Kendall County is part of a region-wide movement to preserve our night skies. In recent years, the Hill Country Alliance has supported the formation and ongoing activities of Friends of the Night Sky groups in seven Hill Country counties, local governments, electric cooperatives, state parks, chambers of commerce, are all contributing to this important, exciting, and thoroughly Texan effort. There are many resources that promote night skies education,including: www.kendallcountynightsky.org;

Star Trails

www.hillcountryalliance.org; www.darksky.org.

Horsehead and Flame Nebula, Orion Constellation, Milky Way

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INSPIRED BY

IT’S A LIFESTYLE! ARTICLE CRYSTAL HENRY/ BASIC PITCH | PHOTOGRAPHY ANDY MATTERN

NO ONE ENDED UP IN THE HILL COUNTRY BY ACCIDENT. Instead, people move here for the unique beauty this part of the State has to offer. And they’re also fiercely dedicated to protecting it. But as more people move in, the more sustainability becomes important in the home design and building process. Dianne Kett and Amity Worrel are a professional design team based in San Antonio with a portfolio of projects that span the State. The Amity + Kett architecture and interior design firm is well-known in Olmos Park as well as the Austin area, but their reputation for sustainable design has led them to more client interest in the Hill Country as city ordinances around things like tree protection and water quality have started to tighten. As an architect, Kett had to become familiar with things like tree root structures and solar panels. She knows that a post oak is going to have an intricate system of roots that requires more distance from structures, while a pecan tree allows for a closer build.

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S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y I S N ’ T J U S T A B U Z Z W O R D I N T H I S PA R T O F T E X A S

Kitchen Redesign

Palo Pinto Project

Queen Anne Design

There’s also been a push for more solar ready houses, and Kett

She specializes in using vintage furniture in

said even if the homeowner doesn’t immediately spring for the solar

her designs, reusing and refurbishing clients’

panels, she’s been asked more often to design the house to be “solar

existing furniture. This allows a better use of

ready.” There are even roof shingles that provide solar power, and

resources and a better design that adds per-

Kett has familiarized herself with it all.

sonality to the project. “Who wants what every-

A project in a rural part of Palo Pinto County led her to design

one else has?” Worrel asked.

a home that runs entirely off rainwater. The home used trees

She focuses on creating quiet, comfortable

from the build site as columns, and the masonry is stone found

and easily accessible interiors so that people

on the site as well. Water wasn’t easily accessible. A well would

stay in their homes longer, age in place and

have been more effort and a higher cost than the rainwater col-

reduce the need to build new structures.

lection system she designed. “It’s really important to work with a team that understands

Both Worrel and Kett believe in the emotional

and

social

impact

responsible

how to incorporate sustainable features into structural and inte-

design. “People love the Hill Country for its nat-

rior designs,” Worrel said. Worrel works on the interior design,

ural beauty,” Kett said. “It’s important to us that

incorporating energy efficient appliances and window treat-

we help preserve that beauty for years to come.”

ments that help insulation. Worrel works with window treatment brands that have a high energy rating.

https://amitykett.com/

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Stronger Together Integrative Design + Contruction

Christian Morals Approachable Experts Innovative Leaders True Craftsmanship

Call us today! 518 N Main Street, Boerne, TX 78006 (210) 802-4844 / GRITBuilt.com

Brothers, Dakota & Jesse Durden, are joining forces to bring values, and higher value, to integrative design and construction across South and Central Texas.

Caprock Construction in College Station has provided professional General Contracting, CMaR, and Heavy/Civil Contracting services through top performance and with integrity for the last ten years. The firm has placed incredible projects, ranging from high-end local restaurants to the finest office developments and public projects in the area. GRIT Co. is honored that Caprock Construction has merged with us, strengthening and expanding our experience, service region, and professional capabilities. This merger ratifies the GRIT Co. vision to provide top notch services to a larger region. The value Caprock Construction brings to the firm are insurmountable. Together, as an expanded GRIT Co., we are stronger.

A N IMPRESSIVE PORTFOLIO:

ARTICLE CONNIE MCFALL CLARK PHOTOGRAPHY KATE COOLEY/COOLEY PORTRAITS

LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY

AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN AWARD PATRICK HEATH PUBLIC LIBRARY: THE FIRST IN KENDALL COUNTY TO RECEIVE IT

THE PATRICK HEATH PUBLIC LIBRARY (PHPL), OPEN SINCE JUNE 2011, WAS AWARDED LEED (LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN) GOLD CERTIFICATION BY THE UNITED STATES GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL IN FEBRUARY 2012. The 30,250 square foot, $7.1 million library incorporates several energy-efficient design features such as 37% reduction in water use and 17.5% reduction in energy use. The trees effectively capture shade and natural sun lighting. Improvements to the property have also included a trailhead and

pedestrian

bridge

to link the PHPL to the Old No. 9 Greenway trail and 200-person amphitheater, created from quarried, hand hewn limestone from the former Hilltop Hotel harvested from the adjoining property. www. boernelibrary.org. Paul Barwick, City of Boerne explained ten sustainable site and resource awareness strategies employed in the structure. These best practices can be used for all future development in Kendall County. NATIVE HABITAT & RIPARIAN RESTORATION The grounds including an intermittent stream were restored after a herd of 100 exotic Axis deer decimated the native vegetation. Half the deer were relocated and invasive plants were cleared and mulched to use for plant beds and to prevent soil erosion. NATIVE PLANTS & HIGH PERFORMANCE IRRIGATION The plants are deer and drought resistant. The primary water conservation feature is the collection and use of rainwater and

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“R AI N FA L L O N T H E T WO I NV ER T ED P I T C H R O O F S D R A I N I N T O T W O M E TA L TA N K S T H AT H O L D 2 3 , 4 0 0 G A L L O N S F O R L A N D S C A P E I R R I G AT I O N .” CONTINUED >

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LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN AWARD (CONTINUED)

condensate collected to water the plants. Tree

water resources relating to local history: Cibolo Creek

bubblers and drip irrigation provide water. Some

winds through the heart of Boerne and the Guadalupe

turf areas are watered with high efficiency stream

River flows west to east through the middle of Kendall

rotary spray heads that do not lose water to wind or

County. The sign panels are made from recycled

evaporation. An evapotranspiration-based irrigation

paper fiber and the pedestals were fabricated from

controller regulates water application.

rail obtained from the former San Antonio & Aransas Pass/Southern Pacific Railroad.

RAINWATER HARVESTING Rainwater collection techniques conserve drink-

SMOKEHOUSE & GRAPE ARBOR

ing water. Rainfall on the two inverted pitch roofs

The mid-1800’s smokehouse is constructed of

drain into two metal tanks that hold 23,400 gallons

native limestone. The roof structure is Red Cedar

for landscape irrigation. Condensate water created

from East Texas and the door and window frames are

from the air conditioning system is collected and

hewn from native bald cypress harvested from Cibolo

pumped into tanks where excess water drains into

Creek. One hundred-year-old Laredo brick excavated

the tributary behind PHPL through the stormwater

on-site was used for the flooring. The door hinges and

detention basin.

latch are hand-forged hardware. The grape arbor is made from hill country Heart Cedar, recycled water

STORMWATER DETENTION BASIN & BIOSWALES

well pipe and steel livestock fence panels.

To implement a strategy of capturing rainfall quickly to minimize erosion and maximize groundwa-

WINDMILL & WATER TANK

ter recharge, a series of depressed vegetated median

This vintage windmill and elevated water tank pro-

islands and open space areas were designed to cap-

vided much needed water for livestock of the heritage

ture stormwater pollutants from roadways and park-

Ammann Ranch. Windmills became necessary in the

ing lots. Stormwater is conveyed to a detention basin

late nineteenth century as water tables began to drop

and gradually released. Permeable surfaces such as

from increased water demand by growing populations

mulched plant beds, decomposed granite paving,

and expanding agricultural practices.

concrete pavers with sand joints, and turf grass areas were installed to allow greater water infiltration.

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

CULTURAL RESOURCE AWARENESS

a place for library staff, teachers, and cultural/natural

This horseshoe-shaped seat wall feature provides In 1896, two local doctors constructed the

resource docents to stage comfortable outdoor pre-

Victorian style White Gables Sanitarium along Main

sentations for school groups and other audiences. A

Street. Later the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate

steel rainwater tank and roof rainwater supply aque-

Word purchased the property and expanded the

duct serve as a functional demonstration backdrop.

facility from 20 to 50 beds, renaming it St. Mary’s Sanitarium. The hospital was acquired for a retreat

PARKING AND AREA LIGHTING

for tuberculosis patients. The Sisters also constructed

Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting technology was

Holy Angels Academy. These iconic structures were

largely utilized for both interior and exterior lighting.

demolished in the 1930’s.

It requires much less energy with none lost to heat production. The LED bulbs have a longer lifespan and

HERITAGE PLAZA INTERPRETIVE DISPLAY Resource interpretive signs mounted on pedestals and a central kiosk explain the two regional

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require less maintenance. The parking lot lights are uniquely designed to direct the light in various directions allowing for much less light trespass.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

URBAN TRE E IS MORE THAN JUST A

TREESERVICE CERTIFIED ARBORIST SCOTT ANDERSON SHARES BEST PRACTICES URBAN TREE IS MORE THAN JUST A TREE SERVICE. Their team of arborists care for the health and longevity of your trees. Every part they remove from a tree gets a second life as soil, mulch or firewood that is manufactured on-site. High quality logs even get a chance at becoming your next cutting board or dining room table. These folks practice a true commitment to sustainability. ARTICLE JENNI URBANCZYK

Husband and wife team Jenni Urbanczyk and Scott Anderson moved their operation from Moab, Utah to Jenni’s hometown of Boerne after they created their first two kids. Scott is an ISA Certified Arborist with twelve years of experience in the trees and mountains of Utah. Jenni brings her creative eye, love of making things and affinity for multitasking to the business.

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Jenni Urbanczyk and Scott Anders

The tree service focuses primarily on commercial jobs and trees in construction. They rely on the latest science and technology in tree care to maintain and preserve Texas’ Heritage Trees. Scott has extensive training in and is Oak Wilt certified, spending a great deal of time assessing and combating the spread of this destructive disease. When trees require removal they are milled and kiln dried on-site. Trees get a second life as high-quality furniture and home goods. Every piece is handmade from wood sourced in San Antonio and the Hill Country. Any raw wood not suited for the sawmill goes into our firewood production and is available for purchase. Perfect for marshmallow roasting or the serious pit master. “We love this place and this planet and aim to reduce waste to the fullest of our potential. We are committed to sustainability and treat trees like they’re old friends. We want to keep ‘em around as long as we can.” https://www.urbansoiltx.com/

Storm Damage

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DIY

LOC

CAL FOLKS O L AL GOODS FROM

VENDORS AT HANDMADE ON MAIN SUPPORT RECYCLING AND REFURBISHING EFFORTS

Amy Bierstedt Handmade on Main

H A N D M A D E

O N

M A I N

Handmade on Main at 347 North Main Street, Suite A in Boerne was officially established in January of 2020 as a maker co-op, community, and full-service boutique shop. As director Amy Bierstedt’s goal of gathering the best of handmade in the area, the shop has grown from four to the sixteen makers. www.handmadeonmainboerne.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY AMY BIERSTEDT

S C R A T C H F A R M F R O M A R T F U L C O M P A N Y T H E O L I V E C R A Z Y P L A N T L O V E E

From Scratch Farm was founded in 2013 by Amy Bierstedt, providing quality, natural, non-toxic home, bath, and body products. Each item is researched, formulated, made, bottled, and labeled by Amy herself. The product line has grown to 25 handmade pampering products plus over a dozen extra ecofriendly items! www.fromscratchfarm.com

Chris (CJ) Lopez accepted ownership of his Aunt Anna Marie Lopez’s company and is expanding its reach! The Artful Olive Company is shipping bottles all over the states and breaking ground in new markets! CJ has streamlined a completely safe process to infuse products with all-natural alcohol-free concentrated oil for every flavor. The recycling program of Topo Chico bottles is working very well. follow Facebook page

Owner of Crazy Plant Lovee, Ashleigh Thompson, offers terrariums and beautiful plant arrangements using vintage, up-cycled, and handmade items. “I think many people want to love plants, but remember how quickly they killed the last one. That’s why I offer a plant replacement policy and care cards, special instructions, and long term plant support. I want to be your go-to crazy plant lady.” follow Facebook page

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RENOVATE & REFINE

NAMVAR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

BUILDING GREEN

LED Lighting

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHAT BUILDING

SUSTAINABLY

MIGHT

LOOK LIKE? There’s more to it than covering the building in solar panels and using responsibly forested wood. In today’s construction world, there are many ways that contribute to saving energy, repurposing existing materials, and improving the environment. NAMVAR Construction Company delivers with these means and methods. We completed a project from the ground up, featuring sustainable methods from LED lighting to white TPO roofing. White TPO roofing reflects the rays from the sun, allowing the internal temperature to remain cooler in the summer months. The insulation that this roofing provides creates a robust insulation system. The white TPO roofing was installed on top of the existing roof for energy conservation. This project also included a natural gas clean energy generator for their emergency needs.

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NAMVAR ARTICLE RENEE NAMVAR

Now underway is a project that includes insulated metal

panel walls and a water quality bio retention pond. This retention pond will clean stormwater runoff from the build-

ing. Once cleaned, the water will return to the earth with less contaminates and improve the surrounding environment. Unlike new construction, renovation work can require a

White TPO Roof

little more creativity. For our design assist project of repositioning a retail asset, we used a sand blasting technique to strip away layers of paint revealing the original brick and mortar. This technique also allowed us to uncover the natural beauty of the timber beams. This method uses recycled glass to chip away the surface of existing materials. We are a small business with big ideas. We have experience to adapt and move forward with ecofriendly

construction

ever

changing

markets.

https://www.namvarconstruction.com/

Sand Blasted Beams

Sand Blasted Brick

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Benefits of a

chemical-free home

HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED WHAT IT WOULD TAKE TO TURN YOUR HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL-FREE? It's not as hard as you might think! We hear a lot about the dangers of chemical ingredients, but it's easy to ignore all of the warnings and keep using our favorite products. When you don't know of a better alternative, it's just what you do! However, all of those ingredients add up and can make a big difference in your health, as well as the health of your family and pets. The products that are most important to swap out depend on your lifestyle and what you use the most. If your little ones are eating food right off of the counter, you might consider the ingredients from the cleaner you just used to wipe it down and start by switching to a natural method.

ARTICLE HAYLEY HYER

If you have sensitive skin, you might start by taking inventory of your beauty and personal care products to see what you can replace. To get you started, here is a DIY product that you can make yourself for your chemical-free home.

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DIY Laundry Scent Enhancer If you have ever added those popular scent beads to your load of laundry before, you know how lovely it is to pull your amazingly scented clothes out of the dryer. The funny thing about a product like that is it truly has no purpose other than adding a good smell, but it does add lots of chemicals to your daily life! There's a safer and more beneficial way to make your clothes smell heavenly. Try this DIY scent enhancer with your next load of laundry and put it to the test.

Ingredients 3 parts Epsom Salt + 1 part Baking Soda + Essential Oils

Directions Mix your ingredients together in a jar or canister and scoop about ¼ cup directly into the washer basin before adding the clothes—just like you would with scented beads. Continue with your laundry like normal.

Learn More

For more information on starting a chemical-free household, you can browse online resources such as ChemFreeCom.com or find a social media group to join with likeminded people who have some experience from their own trial and error. If you get overwhelmed, remember that you don't have to get rid of all chemicals in one day. Every swap you make is something to celebrate!

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APRIL

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

FIRST SATURDAY LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

TEXAS CORVETTE ASSOCIATION CAR SHOW

BLUEGRASS JAM AT THE AGRICULTURAL

Enjoy shopping along the Hill Country

This is a special weekend where Main

Every second and fourth Saturdays of

Mile every day but now the shops will

Street is lined with Corvettes of all

the month, bring your instrument and

be open until 8:00 p.m. on the first

shapes, sizes, and colors. It's truly an

play along, or just come to listen to the

Saturday of every month. You'll find

incredible sight! Shop, dine, and play

Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural!

wonderful gifts and enjoy food and

along the Hill Country Mile in between

(Formerly the Agricultural Heritage

beverages along the way.

checking out the cars on display.

Museum) This event is free and open

Experience some of the best of Boerne

to the public. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Main Street Boerne

The AgriCultural Museum

Boerne Main Plaza

this spring! 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

ART AFTER HOURS The Agricultural

After hours class gives you an intro to fine arts techniques. Get a taste

BOERNE HANDMADE MARKET

SPRING TRACTOR PULL & HAND CRAFTED MARKET

The Cana Ballroom

70+ handmade only vendors! VIP night

The AgriCultural Museum and

is April 30 and includes drinks, snacks,

sive materials or complex concepts.

Arts Center

and a craft class! May 1 will have 70+

Classes are $35.00 each. Eight stu-

Shop for unique one-of-a-kind items

handmade vendors plus a Kid Market

dents limit. Classes will be held

from local artisans selling items such

with items created exclusively by cre-

from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Pioneer

as artwork, woodwork, ceramics,

ative kids! Open from April 30 at 6:30

House located at The AgriCultural,

hand-blown glass, carvings, knitted

p.m. until May 1 at 4:00 p.m.

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yarn items, sewn items, quilts, hand-

without the commitment to expen-

City

Park

Road.

www.hccarts.org for future dates.

made clothing, hand-made dolls,

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hand-made leather items, handmade soaps, or lotions. Stick around for the Spring Tractor Pull event! 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Got Water, Fire or Hail damage claim?

Call us. We will help with your insurance

claim and we will repair professionaly. years

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MAY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

and see the historic limestone Herff

QUILTFEST, VINTAGE TRUCKS, & ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL

KUHLMANN-KING MUSEUM TOUR

Beautiful quilts will be hung at The

LEMONADE DAY

public the opportunity to step back

The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center

Agricultural Museum & Arts Center

House. 9:00 am. to 1:00 p.m.

Kuhlmann-King Complex

The Kuhlmann-King house gives the

Throughout Boerne

in time to see what a historic Boerne

from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Own

Children have the opportunity to plan

home looked like “way back when”.

a Vintage truck? Preregistration is

and implement a business by setting

Enjoy a Sauerkraut Demonstration. May

not required. An Antique Tractor Pull

up a booth and selling lemonade. Go

8th and 22nd. 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.

will also be taking place! Artists are

the the Greater Boerne Chamber of

welcome to paint En Plein Air on

Commerce's website for more infor-

location during the event. Bluegrass

mation and to register.

LIVE MYSTERY DINNER AND AUCTION: MASKERADE

BOERNE MARKET DAYS

The annual MASKerade will consist

Main Plaza

A DAY AT THE FARM

of a live mystery show, dinner, and

Since 1850, Main Plaza has been a

auction. Live performance by the

Herff Farm

center point of trade. Today, Main

Dinner Detectives of San Antonio.

The Farmers Market at the Herff Farm

Plaza is home to a magical outdoor

Three-course meal with wine avail-

is an open-air farmers market on the

market that blends the traditions of

able for purchase. Suit and tie rec-

historic Herff Farm. You can buy

the Texas Hill Country with the cre-

ommended. This event benefits The

products directly from local growers,

ations of today’s culture. Hundreds

Retreat Home For Children who

ranchers, and crafters on a beautiful

of festive booths display everything

provides residential and therapeu-

historic German farmstead in the

from collectibles and remembrances

tic care for child victims of human

Texas Hill Country. Explore their fenced

of the past to modern innovations.

trafficking in Kendall county. 6:00

gardens, pollinator meadow, and trails,

Opens at 10:00 a.m. May 8 and 9.

until 9:00 p.m.

and jazz music will entertain and food trucks will be available.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

BOERNE

REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

The Ranches at Creekside

$603,900

$601,462

99.6%

Corillera Ranch

$899,900

100%

2.5

Setterfield Estates

$599,900

$615,000

102.5%

2.5

River Mountain Ranch

$583,500

$650,000

111.4%

Threshold Ranch

$765,000

100%

Sundance Ranch

$685,000

100%

Tapatio Springs

$720,000

100%

Waterstone

$635,000

$613,000

96.5%

Balcones Creek

$619,582

$604,000

97.5%

2.5

Menger Springs

$599,000

100%

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CULINARY CREATIONS

LOCATED ON MAIN STREET IN BOERNE, CIBOLO CREEK

BREWING

POPULAR

YEAR-ROUND,

KNOWN FOR ITS BEERS NAMED FOR HISTORICAL CONNECTIONS TO BOERNE AND ITS RESPONSIBLY-SOURCED FARM TO TABLE FOOD. The enterprise is locally owned by the Mazour and Wolosin families and now includes the former Flower Shop building housing Windy Hill Foods, a sister company specializing in micro distribution. Ty Wolosin is the head brewer and sources the products; Josh Mazour is the general manager.

PHOTOGRAPHY KATE COOLEY/COOLEY PORTRAITS

ARTICLE CONNIE MCFALL CLARK

SERVES FOOD AND BREW THAT IS FARM-FRESH AND TASTY

F A M I LY OWN E D AN D O P E R AT E D CIBOLO CREEK BREWING

Josh Mazour and Ty Wolosin

The lamb, goat and beef used in the dishes are from the Yoakum, Floresville and Fredericksburg areas. The eggs come from a locally-sourced Austin company and the chickens from Lone Star in Austin. Klein Smokehaus in Boerne supplies the bacon. All ingredients are grown hormone- and antibiotic-free. Vegetables come from area farmers when available and organic greens are obtained from Fresh Point, mostly grown in the Texas valley. Milk comes from the Dallas area. Ingredients for the large and small batch brews come from Grain Brewery Direct in San Antonio; malt is grown in Colorado and the hops are sourced from various small distributors. https://www.cibolocreekbrewing.com/

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