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FOOTBALL SEASON KICKS OFF 78209'S COVERT WINE SOURCE THE GRAPE WINE COMPANY

LEADING AN EVENTFUL LIFE JANET HOLLIDAY

AH CHAMBER TO OFFER TASTE OF THE HEIGHTS SEPT 10

CONTENTS September 2015

8 Editor’s Letter/Contributors 10 Business Profile: The Grape Wine Company 12 Profile: Janet Holliday 15 Neighborhood News 18 Community Calendar 20 Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce 22 Home: Traditional and Contemporary

Cover Photo by Aaron Randal

28 Fitness 30 Sports and School News 38 The Buzz 40 78209 Restaurant Guide 42 Wine & Dine: Volare 44 Arts & Entertainment Calendar 46 Outside 78209 47 Announcements 48 Police Blotter 50 Vintage View

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EDITOR’S LETTER

FROM THE EDITOR Hello, 78209ers!

Many of us are back to school and back to focusing on the fundamentals that make up our daily lives in the ZIP code. In this issue we give you the scoop about the ‘09er high school football season with a rundown from Alamo Heights High School coach Mike Norment and coach Ben Cook of MacArthur High School, two men who focus on the fundamentals of hard work, leadership and sportsmanship.

Our business profile shares perspectives about a well-kept secret, the Grape Wine Company, and owners Monica and Oliver Ressel. Their personalized customer service and outstanding wine offerings have led them to become a go-to source in ’09 for 30 years for the discriminating and value-minded wine connoisseur.

We also break bread with longtime neighbor Janet Holliday as she shares how helping others has defined her life’s journey. Janet has served our city and countless causes throughout her life, all while navigating the waters of being a mother and wife, her struggle and triumph over cancer, and leadership of an ever-growing strategic event marketing firm. Her commitment to family and community is a reflection of the good people who call 78209 home.

We are especially excited to bring you “78209 Fitness,” a new column about ‘09ers like you, their fitness regimens, favorite places to break a sweat, how they balance it all, and more. Local triathlete Kelley Anz is our inaugural spotlight subject. Let us know if we can feature you in an upcoming column. We would love to hear from you.

After that workout, we relax with Terrell Hills homeowners Claire and Peter Hennessey IV, who graciously invited us into their home to learn how they created their exquisitely appointed home – an inspired coupling of traditional and contemporary design.

Don’t forget to read about delicious culinary experiences that are taking place just down the street. Our Wine & Dine review serves up Volare Gourmet Pizza, and we welcome back Cappy’s Restaurant after 10 weeks of renovation (see Buzz column).

We also get the scoop about Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of the Heights taking place at the Witte Museum on Sept. 10. We can’t wait. See you there!

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Kristen Peterson, a mother of two boys, was born and raised in the beautiful Finger Lakes regions of Western New York State. She relocated to San Antonio in 1997 and has developed a love of its “big, small-town” feel. A former collegiate tennis player, she runs 40 miles a week, and tries to be consistent with weekly strength training.

She enjoys meeting other athletes and is always fascinated in hearing and sharing their “story”. Kristen is a marketing director for a health and fitness entity, as well as a community outreach coordinator for a local running business.

Elizabeth Warburton was born and raised in the Washington, D.C., area.

She relocated to San Antonio in 2013 after graduating from The Art Institute of Colorado in Denver. “Photography is my biggest passion, and San Antonio has provided me with many wonderful opportunities,” she says. “The photographers here are very welcoming and supportive of one another, and because of them, my experience has been very positive. I enjoy shooting events, corporate head shots, family portraits, food and products, and I keep myself busy with weddings,” explains Warburton. She enjoys spending time with her husband, their pet turtle and dog, and is partial to vegetarian food, sci-fi novels, playing video games and staying active.

78209 BUSINESS PROFILE

The GRAPE WINE Company 78209’S “COVERT” WINE SOURCE

By ERNIE ALTGELT

Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

Tucked quietly away in an unassuming office building just off busy Broadway exists one of the area’s most remarkable, and to those not in the know, almost covert retail purveyors of exceptional wines. No giant signs or screaming advertisements direct the masses to its humble door. One might drive right past and never realize that deep within the nondescript exterior is an amazing boutique operation where demanding oenophiles and other appreciative partakers come eagerly every day for advice, recommendations and, most importantly, the repeated acquisition of truly fine wines. But that’s just what Monica and Oliver Ressel’s Grape Wine Company is all about – catering expertly and passionately to the few rather than adopting an impersonal “one size fits all” approach. So who needs a big sign for that?

Quietly but ever so successfully in business for 30 years, Oliver attests the secret of this secret is “in the matchmaking.”

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each customer’s unique tastes and desires, then offering and ultimately providing pleasing selections perfectly suited to satisfying those particular preferences. After establishing a profile, Monica and Oliver subsequently are in a position to make future targeted recommendations that they “know” a specific customer will enjoy. It’s a simple formula but one that has resulted in an incredible following within the ZIP code and from far, far away as well.

Atmospherically, Monica and Oliver lend an international flavor to the enterprise. She hails originally from Peru, he from France. Both have been involved in the international beverage business for decades, and both have deep knowledge coupled with extensive connections within and about the wine industry.

Because of this, as Monica relates, “We are constantly on the lookout for new offerings from across the globe.” They personally vet all selections before buying. Thus the Grape Wine Com-

pany’s impressively large and comprehensive inventory, like its product, is somewhat fluid. The one thing that all of the wines offered have in common, however, is consistent quality. Although pricing can range from a very affordable $10 up to $10,000 for an extremely rare vintage, everything sold is special. And this includes all types of wines and Champagnes.

Once a customer is established and his or her “likes” identified, when a new product that might be appropriate becomes available, the Ressels will email a notification. If there is interest, the wine can be purchased, then picked up at the buyer’s convenience. Because this isn’t a traditional spirits store, wine is always sold by the case, but clients have the option of mixing and matching different labels to make up their case, thus ensuring variety. As an added service, free long-term climate-controlled storage is also available.

The Grape Wine Company certainly accepts walk-ins, but calling ahead is recommended. What is really wonderful after that initial

“get to know you” visit is the customer’s ability to email or call in requests, knowing that their wishes will be perfectly and quickly fulfilled without any unpleasant surprises.

So, discriminating and value-minded wine drinkers, grab a compass, set the GPS and make the short drive over to the Grape Wine Company. In 78209, or San Antonio for that matter, there’s nothing else that compares. And trying to find it is half the fun, but the other half is enjoying the great wine!

The Grape Wine Company is located at 1747 Citadel Plaza, Suite 112, a block west of Broadway, just inside Loop 410. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., Saturdays from 1 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and closed on Sundays. For additional information, visit www.grapewinecompany.com or call 210-828-2222. www.78209magazine.com | 11

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78209 PROFILE

JANET HOLLIDAY HAPPILY LEADING A VERY “EVENT-FULL” LIFE

By ERNIE ALTGELT Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

In a world (or a ZIP code, for that matter) where far too many people seemingly spend their entire existence sitting on the sidelines, it’s refreshing to come across that rare individual who has built a life around doing just the opposite – always being on the front line! Meet Janet Holliday, 78209’s incredibly creative, caring, upbeat and seemingly untiring wife, mother and CE Group CEO noted for reaching out, being involved and, most inspirationally, just making big things happen. Yep, after a little reflection, it becomes obvious this remarkable, self-made individual, both personally and professionally, truly leads an “event-full” life.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Janet grew up in Beaumont within a loving household where, as she recalls, “I learned, early on, first to be happy and secondly to try and make a difference in the world.” And did she ever take that advice to heart. Fueled with a desire to contribute, as a student at the University of Texas in Austin, she majored in psychology and social work, then earned a master’s in social work. Houston was her next stop, where for 10 years she was tasked with directing the Harris County Mental Health and Mental Retardation agency. During this instructive period she ably handled event planning, public relations and fundraising responsibilities while acquiring, developing and honing the skills and abilities that would eventually prove to be so essential throughout her life. As she recalls, “Working in the improvisational, budgetary-restrained nonprofit world proved to be incredible training.”

One additional positive in her life while in Houston was meeting her future husband, Rob. The handsome Tennessee native was employed by the area Coca-Cola Company as its vice-president of public affairs. It was in this capacity that he received a call from a persuasive young lady seeking financial support for one of her projects. After that meeting, not only did Janet get a commitment, but she also got the guy! They’ve been married for 31 wonderful years.

GETTING HERE AND GETTING KNOWN

It was a job offer for Rob that brought the newlyweds to 78209 in 1986. He was involved in commercial real estate (which he still excels at today), while Janet was initially tasked with setting up their new Alamo Heights home and getting the Hollidays established socially within the neighborhood. They didn’t know a soul!

While Rob kept his focus on land, Janet followed her mother’s good advice: “A city doesn’t come to you. You come to the city.”

As a result, she became involved in a number of community activities as a volunteer. She recalls, “I offered myself to any and all organizations, groups, clubs and others where another set of ‘free’ hands might be needed.” Her first “gig” was stuffing envelopes for a fundraiser benefiting the Witte Museum. Other affiliations soon followed with such entities as the Southwest Foundation Forum, Friends of Ronald McDonald, the Junior League and anything associated with the Alamo Heights School District. She rapidly established herself as a go-getting, competent team player while also forming many lasting friendships.

On a personal note, amid all this constructive activity she faced the difficult loss of her daughter, Melissa, from a rare heart condition. While deeply saddened, Janet continued her community work while raising their son, Ryan, an Alamo Heights middle school and high school graduate who is now grown and also involved in commercial real estate.

LIVING AND GIVING TODAY

Janet Holliday has certainly come a long way from the vibrant young mother who first stormed onto the Heights scene so many years ago. Today she is recognized as one of San Antonio’s most accomplished (and busiest) businesswomen, seemingly involved in almost “everything.” Her very successful event management and marketing company, the CE Group, has turned the staging of mega “events” – not parties – into an art form for an impressive www.78209magazine.com | 13

A-list of public and private entities across the nation. Professionally, she also serves on several industry boards and is an in-demand, motivating public speaker. She and her company also donate a generous portion of their time, talents and services to non-profits.

For additional information about the CE Group and its capabilities, visit www.cegroupinc.net.

Away from the office, she and Rob also personally and financially support myriad worthwhile area organizations, many of them health and wellness related. Janet recently survived cancer. That experience, coupled with their late daughter’s illness, has given direction to their sharing. Both are committed to supporting the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Cancer Therapy and Research Center, the Charity Ball Association and others. She and Rob also founded (in their daughter’s memory) the Melissa Holliday – Graham Ladensohn Fund administered by Any Baby Can.

MAINTAINING A BALANCE

Being active in so many arenas, Janet has learned to manage a balance. Her day-today responsibilities are incredibly taxing, physically and time-wise, but somehow she seems to make it look easy and to smile while doing it. When queried about this superwoman capacity, an always buoyant Janet responds, “After my diagnosis, I realized just how fragile existence was. By keeping my priorities straight, and being blessed with a high energy level, filling each day by tackling problems and providing solutions — at home, in our community and at work — keeps my life very ‘event-full,’ and for this I am truly grateful!”

THE CE GROUP’S ‘09 CONNECTION

Founded serendipitously in 1990, Janet’s flagship event-management and marketing company, the CE Group, surprisingly got its start on the shady streets of Terrell Hills.

She and Rob live across the street from San Antonio Spurs superstar Terry Cummings.

Janet’s infectious can-do personality and boundless energy appealed to Terry. When he needed help launching the Cummings Entertainment Group, he simply “went next door.”

With Janet’s past Houston experience, she was able to hit the ground running. She enlisted the aid of friend and PR pro Lainey Berkus, and the pair went on to not only help Cummings’ project get underway, but thanks to the success of that first effort, quickly line up clients needing the same hands-on dedication, vision and commitment to excellence that Clever Endeavors — now the CE Group – brings to all their assignments.

Today, her company boasts 61 dedicated employees with additional offices in Austin and Houston. The firm has played a leading role in staging some of the city’s most celebrated events, including the grand openings of the Convention Center expansion, the San Antonio Central Library, the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River, the Briscoe Western Art Museum and, most recently, the new children’s Doseum.

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

TERRELL HILLS STARTS BUDGET PROCESS

By EDMOND ORTIZ

Terrell Hills city officials have begun the process of developing the budget for fiscal year 2016, which begins Jan. 1.

When City Manager Columbus Stutes talked with 78209 Magazine in early August, the City Council had not yet delved into its scheduled workshops and meetings where the proposed FY 2016 budget and the adopted fiscal year 2015 budget would be reviewed in depth. The council is considering a slight property tax rate cut from the current .37 cents per $100 valuation figure.

Stutes said the city has experienced an 11-percent jump overall in appraised property value over the past year. “For the most part, our community has been getting the hang of increasing property appraisals, and there’s been talk around the city about how values have been rising all around the San Antonio area,” Stutes said.“But our residents know values are done at the Bexar County Appraisal District, so there are no fingers being pointed at us.”

Stutes added that historically Terrell Hills residents have been familiar with the consistency of a low property tax rate levied by the city. Terrell Hills’ rate is one of the 12 lowest actual rates among municipalities in the county. The council held a pre-planning budget workshop Aug. 19 at City Hall.“That’s where the council and staff look at how the current fiscal year budget has been performing, and we all get a brief look at either new programs that the city should be initiating or ones we should be improving,” Stutes said. He added it’s too soon to know what the council will be recommending in the way of priorities for next year.

In the adopted FY 2015 budget, general operating fund revenue was at $4.8 million, a nearly 4-percent increase over the fiscal year 2014 budget. The income was derived from the voter-approved

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one-fourth of 1 cent sales tax dedicated to street maintenance and from new construction values. The same budget had $4.6 million in planned general fund operating expenses. That budget had included a 2-percent cost-of-living increase for all city employees, one new full-time position in the police department and one parttime inspection department position.

The current fiscal year’s budget reflects recent capital improvement projects, such as work done on parts of Ivy Lane, Elmcourt and South Vandiver in conjunction with the San Antonio Water System. The city also scheduled a $250,000 transfer from the general fund to the capital improvement fund for future street projects.

“Everything we’ve budgeted for this year seems to be on track.

Based on performance benchmarks, we’ll be on target,” said Stutes.

The council will host public hearings on the proposed tax rate at 5 p.m. Sept. 14 and 21. The rate will be adopted in a special council meeting at 5 p.m. Sept. 28. Another budget workshop will be held at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 26. The city will publish the first draft of the budget on the Terrell Hills website, www.terrell-hills.com,

by Nov. 9. A follow-up budget workshop is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Nov. 18. A public hearing on the budget will be held at 5 p.m.

Dec. 14, immediately followed by final adoption of the document.

City officials encourage residents to attend the workshops, public hearings and council meetings at City Hall to provide input on the next fiscal year. Stutes, the city’s former police chief, said he has enjoyed working on Terrell Hills’ budgets with past and current elected leaders. “I’m blessed to have a council full of business people. They have a very realistic, practical view of the world,” Stutes added. www.78209magazine.com | 15

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

WITTE MUSEUM REVEALS HOME OF “QUETZY” IN THE H-E-B LANTERN

Accepting the H-E-B donation check at the H-E-B Lantern event were Marise McDermott, president and CEO of the Witte Museum; District 2 Councilman Alan E. Warrick, II; Mark Metcalfe, board of trustees chair at the Witte Museum; and Winell Herron, group vice president of public affairs, diversity and environmental affairs at H-E-B.

By EDMOND ORTIZ Photos courtesy of the Witte Museum

The Witte Museum has celebrated the beginning stages of construction for the H-E-B Lantern, the entrance to the New Witte and home to a Pterosaur, “Quetzy,” and the generous donation of $2 million from H-E-B to the new Witte. The event on Aug. 18 included a flash mob consisting of H-E-B partners, Witte Museum members, members of the James Madison High School drum line and local media personalities, who formed the shape of “Quetzy” in the site of the H-E-B Lantern. The H-E-B Lantern will be located closer to Broadway, serving as a beacon on the cultural corridor. It will house a life-sized model of “Quetzy,” a Quetzacoatlus northropi, the largest known flying animal discovered in Big Bend National Park. The New Witte main museum building will open in 2017. “We are honored to have the continued support of partners such as H-E-B during our transformation to the New Witte. We are excited to see the 16 | September 2015

formation take place, and to introduce ‘Quetzy’ to the community,” said Marise McDermott, president and CEO of the Witte Museum. “The H-E-B Lantern will serve as the front door to New Witte, greeting visitors with ancient Pterosaurs flying over their heads. That is an experience you can only have at the Witte Museum, and we are thankful to H-E-B for helping us

A planned "flash mob" formed a scale replica of "Quetzy," a Quetzacoatlus northropi — the largest known flying animal — at a press conference where the Witte Museum unveiled plans for its new entrance, which will feature the dinosaur."

create that experience.” “The new H-E-B Lantern will help light the way for lifelong learning and unforgettable experiences for the hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Witte Museum for generations to come,” says Winell Herron, group vice president of public affairs, diversity and environmental affairs at H-E-B. “From the H-E-B Treehouse to the H-E-B Body Adventure, the Witte has always been a magnificent partner with H-E-B — a partner that really understands our core values as a company, and reflects those values through revolutionary exhibits, programming and a longstanding commitment to San Antonio.” The New Witte transformation is a $100 million expansion and improvement project that will include 100,000 square feet of renovations and expansion of the main building, as well as a new Quetzy Revealed facility for special exhibitions and events set to open in 2017. The Mays Family Center for Exhibitions and Special Events is set to open in May 2016 with the blockbuster exhibition Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed.

Phase 1 of the master plan involved new, modernized facilities, including the Robert J. and Helen C. Kleberg South Texas Heritage Center, which spotlights the many narratives of South Texas heritage; the B. Naylor Morton Research and Collections Center, which houses the Witte’s renowned artifacts in visual storage; and the recently opened H-E-B Body Adventure Powered by University Health System, an interactive experience focused on health IQ, wellness and empowerment.

The Madison High School drum line at the Witte H-E-B Lantern launch event.

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78209 COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Tuesday, September 8 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 12pm The Petroleum Club 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org Friday, September 11 MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE HEIGHTS 7:30 – 10:30pm Nature Trails lot off Viesca Monday, September 14 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

Tuesday, September 1 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 12pm The Petroleum Club 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org Wednesday, September 2 ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON 11:30am meet & greet, 12pm guest speaker Paesanos Lincoln Heights 555 E. Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightschamber.org September 4-7 LABOR DAY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW 11am – 8pm Located on the River Walk thesanantonioriverwalk.com

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Monday, September 14 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED TAX RATE 5pm Terrell Hills City Hall 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public.

terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public.

Tuesday, September 15 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 12pm The Petroleum Club 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org ALAMO HEIGHTS ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (ARB) 5:30-8pm 6116 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

Monday, September 21 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED TAX RATE 5pm Terrell Hills City Hall 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public.

NEISD BOARD MEETING 5:30pm 8691 Tesoro Drive San Antonio, TX 78217 neisd.net Meeting is open to the public.

Tuesday, September 22 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 12pm The Petroleum Club 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org

TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5-6pm Terrell Hills City Hall 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

Thursday, September 24 AHISD REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING 7-9pm AHISD Admin. Offices- Board Room

7101 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 ahisd.net Meeting is open to the public.

Monday, September 28 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public.

Monday, September 28 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL TAX RATE ADOPTION 5pm Terrell Hills City Hall 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 terrell-hills.com Tuesday, September 29 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 12pm The Petroleum Club 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org We invite you to send information about your organization’s next gathering to info@78209magazine.com. Items considered for inclusion in Community Calendar must either be located in the 78209 ZIP code or support 78209 community initiatives.

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CHAMBER TO OFFER ‘TASTE OF THE HEIGHTS’ The Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce will present its 22nd annual Taste of the Heights 7-10 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway.

The event enables visitors to enjoy samples of select dishes from several dozen Alamo Heights-area restaurants and catering companies.

Some of this year’s scheduled participants are Black Swan Inn, Boardwalk Bistro, Canyon Café, Cheesy Jane’s, Corner Bakery Café, El Machito, EZ’s Brick Oven & Grill, Fresh Horizons Catering, Joseph’s Storehouse Bakery, Kettle King, La Fogata, La Hacienda de Los Barrios, La Marginal, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Paesanos, Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine, Picante Grill, Texas Pride Bar-B-Q, Tomatillos, Urban Taco and Zedric’s. Other scheduled vendors are Al’s Gourmet Nuts, Amy’s Ice Cream, Pacuigo Gelato, R Cakes Custom, Cinco Vodka and Studio Benton.

Attendees will have a chance to sample select wines and craft beer. There will also be live music and a silent auction. Activities can be found inside and outside the museum.

Chamber president Geoffrey Elkins described the “Taste” as one of the premier events in the Alamo Heights community. He said for the most part the scheduled participating eateries and vendors are familiar with the event and regular attendees, but this will be the first time Cinco Vodka will be appearing.

Elkins said he hopes publicity leading right up to Sept.10 will result in another impressive turnout. “We noticed last year a huge turnout on the day of thanks to appearances on TV shows like ‘Great Day SA’ and ‘San Antonio Living’,” Elkins said.

“We hope the same happens this year.”

He added that organizers are looking for a crowd somewhere in the 500 to 750 range. “I think that’s a pretty good-sized crowd, especially given the construction going on at the Witte,” he said.

Tickets are $50 in advance and are inclusive of the sampling as well as valet parking. Self-parking is available at the multi-floor garage on Avenue B near the Witte. The event will happen, rain or shine.

Some of the proceeds will benefit the Witte and Morgan’s Wonderland. For more information about Taste of the Heights, visit www.tasteoftheheights.com or call 210822-7027.

By EDMOND ORTIZ

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ate and licensed real estate broker with Green Commercial Realty (GCR). I have been helping the San Antonio business community to leverage its real estate to build businesses since 2005 by offering value-added services. My passion for sustainable business practices motivates me to offer performance-driven eco-friendly solutions that increase economic and health value for my client’s business and for happier, more productive employees.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A MEMBER OF THE ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE? I joined the cham-

ber in December 2014, when I moved to Alamo Heights. I sincerely believe in being active in the community in which I live and made it a priority from day one to support local businesses, especially start-ups since I am an entrepreneur and commercial real estate broker.

WHAT IS YOUR ROLE WITH THE CHAMBER? I serve on the board of directors and two committees: I chair the membership committee and serve on the restaurant subcommittee for Taste of the Heights. But as I do for all my clients, I jump in and help wherever I am needed.

WHAT BENEFITS DO YOU ENJOY AS A MEMBER? Of

course, as the membership committee chair I can give you a great answer! Having the opportunity to do this Member Spotlight is one. We choose members based on their contribution to the board and the role they play. Our small chamber is a very close group, and we enjoy hanging out, especially if you serve on the board. You don’t have to live or work in Alamo Heights; you just have to have a heart to be part of this beautiful small town. Our monthly meetings are geared toward providing opportunities to grow your business and your skill set. Lastly, we are a networking organization, so members have ample opportunity to meet and know other business professionals to grow their sphere of reference.

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NEW TERRELL HILLS HOME PAYS HOMAGE TO NEIGHBORHOOD’S STATELY PAST

By JOHN BLOODSWORTH Photography by AL RENDON

Curb appeal exudes from the elegant home of Claire and Peter Hennessey IV, giving the impression that it has resided in the community for decades.

“I wanted guests to walk into our new home and feel like it was an old home,” says Claire of the custom-built home that she and Peter share with rambunctious daughter Julianne, 7, and son John, who will turn 4 in October.

Deep crown moldings, tall baseboards, coffered ceilings and hardwood floors that run from entry to kitchen – and all rooms in between – evoke the best of homes built in the neighborhood during the 1920s and ‘30s.

With a penchant for interior design, Claire let the older home sensibility be the canvas to create a family refuge that brilliantly balances tradition and contemporary living in pitch-perfect harmony.

DESIGN DETAILS FAMILY ROOM Favorite pieces, a pair of Murano glass birds that were a Mod Pad purchase, nest on the mantle, centered with a vintage sunburst mirror with convex glass.

An antique oak corner cabinet had been in Peter’s parents’ collection.

DINING ROOM A mirrored buffet makes the room look luxurious with silvered wall coverings shimmering during candlelight dinner parties. Floor-length ivory silk draperies “finish the room like pretty earrings,” notes Claire. The chandelier is from Horchow.

STUDY Anchored by a zebra rug that was a gift from Peter’s brother, it was the inspiration piece for the room’s design. Custom-built bookcases surround the waterfall-arm, button-back sofa covered in charcoal gray linen. Claire’s father selected pieces of interest and arranged her grandparents’ vintage World Book encyclopedias and family Bibles on the shelves, which are illuminated by brass gallery lights. Painting is by sister Anne McCarty.

Claire was raised in a designing family. Her grandparents owned a venerable furniture store, Castleberry Furniture, in her hometown of Lufkin. The family business expanded under the direction of her parents, Julie and Cooper Castleberry. The showroom became a center for design, where Claire learned about color, style, texture and proportion at an early age from her designing mother.

“When we built this house, you better believe I called my mama,” Claire exclaims. A passion for collecting Murano glass came from childhood visits to her cousin Jan Showers, a nationally recognized Dallas decorator. “When I was little, I spent summers in Hillsboro at her country home,” explains Claire. “I was fascinated by her glass collection.”

Sofas, occasional tables, upholstered chairs, table lamps and accessories were ordered from the family furniture showroom, making their way to San Antonio. Her mother “has a way with lighting,” says Claire, pointing out a pair of striking onyx table lamps that Mrs. Castleberry chose for the family room.

DESIGN DETAILS KITCHEN Taj Mahal quartzite countertops radiate with striations of gold that dictated the gold tones in the Wisteria light fixtures, drawer pulls and translucent back splash tiles with gold paint applied to the walls.

BUTLER’S PANTRY A wet bar and chilled wine storage are at the ready for entertaining.

Ceiling-height cabinets painted dark green hold glassware for sipping scotch, wine, beer or preparing Moscow Mules. Royal Crown Derby china shares cabinet space with heirloom crystal and a sliver service that belonged to Claire’s great-grandmother.

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Aware of Claire’s well-trained eye for selecting pieces for the home, a friend asked where she had her custom pillows for the family room sofa made. Claire let her in on a little secret — that they came from a bargain store, adding, “Are you kidding? I’d rather spend money on something besides pillows!”

Understated glamour and the ability to mix styles and periods to create a comfortable setting for family and friends was a labor of love for both Claire and Peter. Claire stated, “This is the home we plan to live in for the rest of our lives.”

DESIGN DETAILS BEDROOM A coveted painting by Claire’s sister, Anne McCarty of Fort Worth, anchors the master bedroom. The bed is from Horchow. All additional bedroom furnishings are from Castleberry Furniture Showroom in Lufkin.

Ivory silk draperies purchased from an estate in Terrell Hills were repurposed for the bedroom’s 12-foot ceilings with ample yardage to puddle lavishly on the floor.

MASTER BATH The cut crystal chandelier came from Peter’s grandparents’ home. Art Deco-inspired sconces light the Carrera marble counters with double sinks and built-in dressing table. The Carrera marble basket weave flooring designed by Peter mimics a Persian rug pattern.

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78209 F ITN ES S

ATHLETE PROFILE

KELLEY ANZ TALKS ABOUT TRIATHLONS, KIDS AND CAREER

By KRISTEN PETERSON

AGE: 38 FAMILY: Mom, two children at Woodridge Elementary CAREER: Cardiovascular Specialty Representative TRIATHLETE: Three years RUNNER: 15 years HIGHLIGHTS: 10 triathlons, including one Ironman, three 70.3’s, three Olympic and three Sprints; 13 marathons, including the Boston Marathon, and over 30 half marathons

YOU WERE A RUNNER FOR 15 YEARS. WHAT PROMPTED YOU TO START TRIATHLONS? A lingering hamstring injury pushed me to branch out from running, and Sports Medicine Associates suggested cycling. After I started cycling, triathlon was a natural evolution as I have always been a swimmer.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT TRIATHLONS THAT GOT YOU HOOKED? I enjoy the challenge and variety plus the ability to make it a social sport when I feel like it and a solitary pursuit when I don't.

After my hamstring injury, I realized that my best days of running were probably over. I am pretty competitive, and triathlon gives me a new way to be competitive. Since I am still a relative newbie, I probably have several more years of improving. There are so many different distances and types of triathlon that it will be a while before I feel like I need a new challenge. Training is something that I often do with my kids, and I feel like I am setting a good example of a healthy lifestyle.

YOU ARE A MOTHER OF TWO AND YOU HAVE A CAREER. HOW DO YOU FIND TIME FOR TRAINING? I believe that we make time for what is important to us. Being active, athletic and competitive are important to me and are part of who I am, so I have to get creative to figure out how to fit in my workouts. I get up very early to do the trainer (a device that attaches to your bike and allows you to "ride" indoors, like a customized stationary bike).

I often swim with the kids in the evenings.

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double jogger. Then someone told me,"Seriously, it's time to get rid of the jogger. Your kids can ride bikes -– your kids plus the stroller weigh 120 pounds!" We had some good times with that stroller, though.

DESCRIBE YOUR REGULAR WORKOUT WEEK: I train about 10 hours a week but will ramp up to 16 hours as I get closer to my next 70.3 event. This includes three swims that average 7500m/week; three bike workouts, usually two on the trainer at home (1-1/2 to 2-1/2 hours each); a long bike outside on the weekends; and three runs, now totaling about 20 miles each week.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PLACE(S) TO RUN, BIKE, AND SWIM IN 78209?

RUN: Terrell Hills, the area around the Heights pool and Olmos Dam, and, of course, Eldon, as it is the only flat mile in the ZIP code!

BIKE: south through downtown, and for hills — nothing beats Torcido hill repeats!

SWIM: UIW pool and Heights pool, as it is fun for laps and swimming with the kids.

NUTRITION/DIET/WEIGHT: I hate dieting, and instead believe in an "everything in moderation" approach. This is how I raise my kids. No food is off-limits, but our bodies need more of some things and less of others. Like many women, I struggled with body image issues and eating disorders in middle school and high school and do not want my kids to have that experience. I believe that life is too short not to take care of my body so that I can experience everything that I want to do.

HOW DOES YOUR ATHLETIC LIFE OVERLAP INTO OTHER ASPECTS OF YOUR LIFE? It is prevalent in all aspects of my life. It allows me to have an immediate connection to other triathletes, cyclists, swimmers and runners. It is an immediate conversation starter. I talk about triathlon (or swimming, cycling or running) with work colleagues and friends who share my love of the sport. I love to encourage “newbies” and share experiences with them. Some of my closest friends are workout buddies, and I have met the most interesting and inspiring people through running and triathlon.

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SPORTS

Alamo Heights football coach Mike Norment addresses players after a morning practice session.

‘09ER FOOTBALL SEASON KICKS OFF MULES, BRAHMAS FOOTBALL READY TO GO

By EDMOND ORTIZ

High school football is underway. Even though Alamo Heights High School finished 9-3 overall last season and 7-1 in District 275A, head coach Mike Norment sees this year as a fresh start after losing his star quarterback.

MacArthur High School finished second in District 26-6A with a 3-3 mark, 5-6 overall, but fell in the playoffs to a Steele Knights juggernaut that wound up in the state semifinals. Despite that stinging loss, head coach Ben Cook sees a chance to build upon gradual improvements his players have made in the last few seasons.

Now in his fourth year leading the Mules, Norment has 24 lettermen returning from a squad that finished in the second round of the Division I playoffs with a 20-13 loss to LBJ Austin. Five starters on offense and five defensive starters have all come back.

One of the biggest challenges the Mules are facing this fall is overcoming the loss of quarterback Dalton Banks, who is now at Cornell University. Senior Jack Woodland and sophomore Will Chaney were contesting for the QB’s job in the preseason. Woodland completed 15 of 19 passes for 169 yards and threw for a touchdown in limited action in 2014.

While developing their passing game, the Mules look to rely on junior running back Deryl Reynolds to help establish a solid running game. He rushed 106 times for 590 yards and six touchdowns last year. Preston Taylor, who last year had 10 catches for 119 yards, looks to make a splash at wide receiver. Center Benji Cohen and offensive lineman Duncan Bartlett will be anchoring the offensive line. Defensive tackle Stone Tarver, defensive end Trem Carr and defensive tackle Brandon Peterson will lead the defensive line. Tarver, Carr and Peterson had 101, 72 and 23 tackles last year, respectively. Holden Daum, who had three interceptions last season, returns to the secondary.

Aside from a few wrinkles here and there, the spread offense remains in Alamo Heights. But the defense has some adjustments to undergo as Josh Smith, defensive backs coach, was promoted to coordinate the defense. “We’ve made some changes based on person30 |September 2015

nel, but not much,” Norment said.

Heights will begin the season with a non-district schedule against New Braunfels and O’Connor. District play starts on the road Sept.

11 vs. Kennedy. “The non-district matches will prepare us for district.

New Braunfels is vastly improved from last year, and O’Connor is a winning program,” Norment said. “We know in-district will give us a very tough challenge.”

WHAT’S LIKELY AT MACARTHUR Cook is entering his fifth year at MacArthur, which finished its last postseason with a 70-21 loss to Steele in a Class 6A Division II bidistrict game. The Brahmas have 29 returning lettermen and 11 starters coming back – seven on offense and four on defense.

Three-year letterman Josh Jung was expected to continue as starting QB, but has opted to stick with baseball at MacArthur. Sophomore Tyler Vitt looks to see action in Jung’s place. He played mostly WR and was a returner last season. Charles Henderson also has been vying for the QB spot. “Tyler is an all-around good player. Charles is competitive,” Cook said. “The seniors have rallied around both of them.”

RB Dai’Jon Williams leads the running game. He rushed 109 times for 673 yards and seven TDs in 2014. He’ll get help from offensive line anchors such as Michael Ramirez.

Three-year lettermen WRs Jeremiah Cura and Bobby Lepowitz will be enticing targets in the backfield for Vitt or Henderson. Cura had 44 catches for 749 yards while Lepovitz had 40 catches for 491 yards last season. Linebacker Joey Fiel (110 tackles, 2 INTs), RB Dwight Riley (101 tackles, two sacks) and DL Xavier Bryant (30 tackles) lead the defense.

Finishing under .500 for the season may seem disadvantageous in a strong district that includes the likes of Reagan, Johnson and Madison, but Cook views improvement play by play, game by game.

In that sense, this Brahmas squad has been maturing under the same talented leadership. “The kids have a good way of looking at things now. They’re thinking about the process of winning and losing rather than just wins and losses,” Cook explained. “Our outlook is, we have to be better in Week 2 than we were in Week 1, and that has to be better than Week Zero.”

MacArthur begins its season with non-district matches against Marshall, Clemens, South San Antonio High School and Clark before delving into district battle, starting with Madison on Sept. 26.

MacArthur football coach, Ben Cook oversees his players during a morning practice session.

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SPORTS

ALAMO HEIGHTS LITTLE LEAGUE FALL BALL 2015 Alamo Heights Little League takes place on Sunday afternoons from Oct. 4th through Nov. 15th.

BOYS AND GIRLS T-BALL LEAGUE

Age 4-6

BOYS BASEBALL

Machine Pitch League, Age 7-8 Minor League, Age 9-11 Major League, Age 10-12

GIRLS SOFTBALL

Machine Pitch League, Age 7-8 Minor League, Age 9-10 (Softball Games will be played this Fall) (All leagues subject to registration minimums) *Boys League age defined as player’s age on 04/30/2016 *Girls League age defined as player’s age on 12/31/2015

REGISTRATION

Registration fee of $75 Register Online: with credit card at www.ahll.org Sept.1-Sept. 25 or Register In Person: Sept. 20 and 27 from 12 noon to 3 pm at the Crow’s Nest at the AHLL Park at Alamo Heights – in the Olmos Basin at 50 Alamo Heights Blvd.

If new to AHLL-Please register in person and provide proof of age (birth certificate) and residence.

QUESTIONS?

See Website at www.ahll.org

Registration – Jon Fisher (jafisher@grandecom.net) 445-1162 T-Ball—Jason Register (jasonregister@carcomineral.com) 8621139 Boys Machine Pitch— Jeff Beckel (jeff.beckel@frostbank.com) 219-2200 Boys Majors – Dave Curren (dcurren@aztechrental.com) 412-4298 Boys Minors – James Veale (jveale@brinandbrin.com) 391-1725 Girls Machine Pitch – David Hildebrand (david.hildebrand@valero.com) 878-5691 Girls Minors – John Colglazier (jcjr@colglazier.com) 771-0295

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2015 ALAMO HEIGHTS FALL BASEBALL CAMPS LOCATION: Alamo Heights High School Baseball Field TIME: 4 – 5:30p.m.

CAMP I: 5th – 6th Graders; Tuesdays each week (September 8 – November 3rd *November 10 would be used for bad weather.

CAMP II: 3rd – 4th Graders; Thursdays each week (September 10 – November, *November 12 would be used for bad weather.

WHAT’S COVERED: All phases of hitting, fielding, and throwing, base-running, teamwork, situational games / all geared for this age group.

WHAT TO BRING: Campers bring own glove and bat (if you have one).

WHAT TO WEAR: Players should be comfortably dressed. (shorts, or sweats or baseball pants, etc. are all fine).

COST: $125 per camper (includes a T-Shirt); all checks should be made payable to Jason Thompson.

CAMP INSTRUCTORS: Jason Thompson – Alamo Heights head baseball coach.

TO REGISTER: Call coach Thompson at 979-373-1257 or email: jthompson@ahisd.net.

CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY STUDENT WINS A GOLD METAL IN PENTATHLON

Lulu McCutchen of Cambridge Elementary won a gold medal in modern pentathlon at the Youth National Championships at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. Coached by pentathlete Monica Rowland, Lulu swam, fenced and did the combined pistol shooting/running events. www.78209magazine.com | 33

SCHOOL NEWS

‘09

AHISD

School Calendar While many enjoy the dog days of summer, Alamo Heights ISD team members have been preparing for the new school year.

Here are some dates and information that will be important as we all head back to school:

DATES FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS AND STAFF

BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHTS

COLLEGE FAIR

September 28 National Family Day

September 10 Howard Grades pre-K/PPCD/ ABC/BELLS 4-5pm KG 6-7 pm * Headstart does Home Visits this month

November 4 College Night 3:30-4:45pm, Main Hallway 1st and 2nd Floor

October 14 Howdy Parade, 4 pm Howdy Night, 5-7 pm

September 1 Cambridge Grades Third - Fifth 5:30-7pm

ELEMENTARY PARENT CONFERENCES EARLY RELEASE

September 2 AHJS Athletics Kick-Off 4:30-7:30pm, cafeteria/field No homework night

October 16 Homecoming April 2 AHISD Job Fair April 6 Showcase of Engaged Learning, 6 - 7:30pm June 1 AHHS Graduation, Laurie Auditorium, 7:30 pm

September 3 Cambridge Grades First and Second 5:30-7 pm September 1 Woodridge Grades First and Second 6-7:15pm September 3 Woodridge Grades Third - Fifth 6-7:15 pm September 1 Junior School 6th Grade 6-8pm September 8 Junior School 7th - 8th Grades 6-8pm September 9 High School 9th - 12th Grades 6pm

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SCHOOL SCHOOL

Holidays Sept. 7

LABOR DAY

October 14-16, Cambridge and Woodridge 12 noon November 2-6, Howard, 1 pm March 9-11 Cambridge and Woodridge 12 noon April 4-8 Howard 1 pm

Board meets third Thursday of every month in the Board Room 7101 Broadway 7 pm

AHISD BOARD MEETINGS

Nov. 23-27

THANKSGIVING BREAK Dec. 21—Jan.1

WINTER BREAK Jan. 18

MLK DAY March 14-18

SPRING BREAK March 25

GOOD FRIDAY April 22

BATTLE OF FLOWERS May 30

MEMORIAL DAY

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SCHOOL NEWS AHISD’S KEVIN BROWN AMONG FINALISTS FOR SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR

Five public school administrators from across Texas were selected as state finalists for the annual Superintendent of the Year (SOTY) award sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). The 2015 finalists and their Education Service Center regions are Mary Ann Whiteker, Hudson ISD, Region 7; Paul Norton, Texarkana ISD, Region 8; Reggy Spencer, Colorado ISD, Region 14; Sylvia Hopp, San Elizario ISD, Region 19; and Kevin Brown, Alamo Heights ISD, Region 20.

AHISD’s Kevin Brown serves more than 4,800 students in Alamo Heights ISD and has 20 years of administrative experience. He has led the district for seven years. The committee cited his leadership in the Go Public Campaign, strong business ties with state and national companies, redesign of summer school programs and focus on re-engaging students in school. Brown earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas at Austin, a master’s degree at Texas State University and his doctorate at Texas A&M University. He is president of the Texas School Coalition, TASA president-elect, chair of Bexar County superintendents, executive committee member of the Texas Academic Decathlon and is active in other groups.

Candidates are chosen for their strong leadership skills, dedication to improving educational quality, ability to build effective employee relations, student performance and commitment to public involvement in education.

The 2015 Superintendent of the Year will be announced Oct. 3 at the TASA/TASB Convention in Austin. The winning superintendent will receive an award from Balfour, program underwriter.

Glorifying God and sharing the teachings of Jesus Christ we build a community of hope and wholeness through worship

LAMAR ELEMENTARY AWARDED $10,000 GRANT FROM SAISD FOUNDATION

ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Senior Pastor: Rev Dr. Richard Knott. Jr. (210) 824-0271 www.alamoheightspres.com

Come Worship with Us Two worship services at 8:30am and 11:00am

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Lamar Elementary in SAISD was awarded a $10,000 grant from the SAISD Foundation to purchase 30 laptops to be housed in a charged rolling cart. These laptops will support the project-based work at the school as they continue to explore Expeditionary Learning as a potential charter model in the future.

HEAD OF ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL APPOINTED

Thomas McLaughlin, Head of School at St. Luke’s Episcopal School, has been appointed to serve on the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools’ (SAES) board. McLaughlin’s new role includes guidance and participation in strategic planning as well as planning and execution of a bi-annual conference for educators from member schools. SAES serves 118 Episcopal schools throughout Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Texas.

AHHS JROTC'S LEADERSHIP TEAM EARNS 1ST PLACE IN COMPETITION

AHHS JROTC's Leadership Team earned first place at the JROTC Leadership & Academics Bowl (JLAB) Level II competition,earning a trip to the 2015 JLAB Championship at Washington, D.C., June 25-30. Only the top 40 teams (out of 521), from all over the United States and its territories, were selected for the championship round.

The Alamo Heights team was the only high school JROTC's Leadership Team from San Antonio to win first place and receive an invitation to the Championship.

The AHHS JROTC Leadership Team's captain is cadet William J. Nisiewicz (junior), and the primary team is composed of Cadet Zachary J. Beck (junior), Cadet Alexandrina G. Mostasharnia (sophomore), and Cadet Joseph A. Lopez (sophomore), along with alternates Cadet Stephanie Littlebird (freshman) and Cadet Alexandria M. Woodward (freshman). Senior Army JROTC Instructor, LTC Al Perez, coaches the team.

NORTH EAST ISD BOARD APPROVES $499.95 MILLION BOND FOR NOVEMBER BALLOT

The North East ISD Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to hold an election in November for a $499.95 million bond program. The bond package was designed with input from NEISD principals, district staff, parents, students and community members. A facility steering committee made up of 36 community members reviewed surveys to prioritize projects and finalize the plan.

NEISD condensed the projects into five categories: Safety and Security, Technology, Operations, Extracurricular and Facilities.

The bond projects include adding security check-in vestibules, expanding the wireless network for technology devices, replacing the 60-year-old bleachers at Comalander Stadium, and expanding or replacing band halls and fine arts facilities at several middle and high schools. The largest category of the bond program, at nearly $226 million, includes replacing portable classrooms and campus facility renovations. In addition, the District anticipates that the bond will not increase the tax rate for at least five years.

Early voting is October 19-30. Election Day is November 3.

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78209 TH E

BU ZZ

SEPT 2015

The Buzz ( By LESLIE FOLEY )

CAPPY’S RESTAURANT HAS REOPENED

Cappy’s Restaurant has reopened! Fans of the longtime ‘09 favorite will be glad to know that Cappy’s will continue to offer seasonal favorites that are locally grown. The front of the restaurant and bar have been updated. The fall menu will be coming soon. The restaurant opened with an appreciation dinner for construction workers who worked hard to get the restaurant ready - in about 10 weeks. “It was truly impressive to work alongside these people from 7 a.m. till midnight seven days a week. I have become friends with all these people,” said Trevor Lawton, partner. Cappy’s hours of operation: lunch 11am-2:30pm; dinner 5:30pm -10pm. Weekend brunch: Saturday 10am-2:30pm and Sunday 10am-3pm.

BURGERFI ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING

BurgerFi, known for its fresh, all-natural burgers, fries and frozen custard, announces the opening of its newest store and third location in San Antonio in Alamo Heights. Located on the corner of Nacogdoches and New Braunfels Avenues, the restaurant will provide the area with the “heart” of the better burger concept that focuses on all-natural, free-range beef. At 4,500 square feet, the store will be the largest BurgerFi location in the city, accommodating all ages and boasting a large patio with a playground for the kiddos.

BurgerFi is committed to being better in a world of fast food hamburgers. Its “Never Never Program” means no steroids, antibiotics, growth hormones, chemicals or additives are ever used. The diverse menu options continue with fresh-cut fries, hand-battered onion rings, Kobe beef hot dogs, a freshly made in-house quinoa VegeFi Burger®, secret sauce, freshly prepared custards, colas made with natural cane sugar, craft beer selections, wine and more.

The restaurant’s operating hours will be 11 a.m. until late night, seven days a week.

SALUD! CULINARY NIGHTS AT THE WITTE

TASTE OF THE HEIGHTS

Save the date for tasty treats on Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Witte Museum, 7-10 p.m. The 22nd Annual Taste of the Heights will feature 40+ restaurants from the San Antonio area, a silent auction and live musical performances on four stages, including Jonathan Garcia, Court Jesters, The Tim and Bob Show and Los #3 Dinners. Tickets for this culinary experience are $50 per person and may be purchased at the event or online at www.tasteoftheheights.com, or call 210822-7027. A few ’09-er faves include Cheesy Jane’s, Amy’s Ice Creams, Boardwalk Bistro, Tomatillos, El Machito, Urban Taco, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Morgan’s Wonderland and the Witte Museum.

LEGACY OF HOPE LUNCHEON

The San Antonio Country Club is the venue for the Ecumenical Center’s Legacy of Hope Luncheon Sept. 30 at 11:30 a.m., featuring keynote speaker Elizabeth Smart. Smart was 14 years old when she was kidnapped and endured a ninemonth nightmare. Tickets are $175. For more information, visit www.ecrh.org or call 210-616-0885.

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The Witte Museum is hosting another tasty and interactive evening program for adults featuring local chefs and a diverse array of cuisines and topics. Cooking demonstrations for each program will spotlight culturally and seasonally themed menu items. Meet top local chefs, farmers, ranchers and food historians in an intimate setting as they present information, history and stories about the selected menu. Each program will also feature a wine or beer pairing from the finest Texas winemakers and brewers. Classes are 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and are limited to 60 guests per evening. Reserve Sept. 9 for Clean, Simple and Fresh with chef Charlotte Samuel, H-E-B culinary nutritionist. Tickets start at $50 per person, $45 for members, and include a souvenir wine glass. For more information or reservations, call 210-357-1910.

JAZZ IT UP

Sunday Jazz at the Witte will take place Sunday, Sept. 13, 3-5 p.m. at Will Smith Amphitheater. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of jazz; bring your lawn chair and blanket, and plan to stretch out for a few hours. Food will be available from Picante Grill. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is presented in partnership with Trinity University’s all-jazz radio station, KRTU Jazz 91.7. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is included with museum general admission. (free for members of the Witte and KRTU). To learn more, visit www.wittemuseum.org.

SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN SHOWCASES BRONZE SCULPTURES AS PART OF MEXICO CULTURAL OUTREACH

Thanks to a collaboration of the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio and the City of San Antonio, the San Antonio Botanical Garden will welcome the bronze sculptures of internationally renowned Mexican artist Jorge Marín in an exhibit opening Sept. 9.

This urban art project invites the public to interact with the eight large-scale bronze sculptures on display at the Garden until Feb.14, 2016. A ninth sculpture will be on display at the Southwest School of Art. For the past 25 years, these contemporary sculptures have traveled throughout the world as cultural outreach from Mexico. Now they’re traveling the United States, with their journey beginning in Texas. First shown in Brownsville, then Houston, Dallas and Fort Worth, the exhibit moves to San Antonio in early September.

A favorite among the eight sculptures will no doubt be the one which gives the exhibit its name, Wings of the City.

ANDIE & BARBARA RELOCATES TO CAROUSEL COURT

Andie & Barbara has moved to its brand-new location at 1836 Nacogdoches Road in Carousel Court after serving customers for 23 years in its Broadway location. The boutique still offers a variety of stylish sportswear and cocktail wear as well as handbags, jewelry and girlfriend gifts. There’s a seamstress to perform alterations, including outside alterations, during store hours. When we spoke with owner Barbara Lozano, she reminded us that “while the store’s location has changed, the store’s same wonderful service has not.” She invites people to come by to enjoy the store and service and let her know how they like the space. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call them at 210-828-4070. www.78209magazine.com | 39

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T N A R U A T S RE Guide

AMERICAN

20NINE 255 E. Basse, #940 798-9463 410 DINER 8315 Broadway 822-6246

ZEDRIC’S 5231 Broadway 824-6000

ASIAN

ANNE MARIE’S BISTRO 555 Funston Place 826-5800

HSIU YU 8338 Broadway 828-2273

BIRD BAKERY 5912 Broadway 804-2473

KOI KAWA 4051 Broadway 805-8111

BOARDWALK BISTRO 4011 Broadway 824-0100

MON THAI BISTRO 4901 Broadway 822-3253

BROADWAY 50/50 5050 Broadway 826-0069

OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHI 4902 Broadway 822-0300

CAPPY’S 5011 Broadway 828-9669 CAPPYCCINO’S BISTRO 5003 Broadway 828-6860 CORNER BAKERY CAFE 255 E. Basse, #100 441-4553 EARL ABEL’S 2101 Austin Highway, #175 822-3358 EZ’S 6498 N. New Braunfels 828-1111 GOOD TIME CHARLIE’S 2922 Broadway 828-5392 J. ALEXANDER’S 255 E. Basse, #1300 824-0275

PIRANHA KILLER SUSHI 260 E. Basse, #101 822-1088 P. F. CHANG’S 255 E. Basse, #1200 507-1000 SUSHI ZUSHI 999 E. Basse 826-8500 SNOW’S VIETNAM 3244 Broadway 892-7461 TONG’S THAI 1146 Austin Highway 829-7345

BARBECUE BUN ‘N’ BARREL 1150 Austin Highway 828-2829

JIM’S RESTAURANT 4108 Broadway 828-5120

THE BARBEQUE STATION 1610 N.E. LOOP 410 824-9191

8427 Broadway 826-7001

THE SMOKE SHACK 3714 Broadway 829-8448

MAGIC TIME MACHINE 902 N.E. Loop 410 828-1470 MAMA'S CAFE 2442 Nacogdoches 826-8303

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TWIN SISTERS BAKERY AND CAFE 6322 N. New Braunfels 822-0761

L & L HAWAIIAN 1302 Austin Highway 474-6699

EUROPEAN

NOSH 1133 Austin Highway 826-6674

CRUMPETS 3920 Harry Wurzbach 821-5454

RAFFLES RESTAURANT & BAR 1039 N.E. Loop 410 826-7118

FREDERICK’S 7701 Broadway 828-9050

SILO ELEVATED CUISINE 1133 Austin Highway 824-8686

HOFBRAU & BEER GARDEN 7310 Jones Maltsberger 290-8066

STONE WERKS Broadway at Basse 823-3508

LA MADELEINE 4820 Broadway 829-7291

www.saeats.com

LION & ROSE ENGLISH PUB 5148 Broadway 822-7673

GREEK

PAPOULI’S GRILL 255 E. Basse, #384 804-1118

HAMBURGERS

CHEESY JANE’S 4200 Broadway 826-0800

CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS 1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600 LONGHORN CAFE 1003 Rittiman at Harry Wurzbach 822-7272 ORDER UP 999 E. Basse 824-9600

ITALIAN

SOLUNA COCINA MEXICANA 7959 Broadway 930-8070 TACO GARAGE 8403 Broadway 826-4405 TOMATILLOS CANTINA 3210 Broadway 824-3005 TORCHY’S TACOS 999 E. Basse 824-1603 URBAN TACO 290 E. Basse, #105 332-5149

PIZZA

BRAZA BRAVA 7959 Broadway 320-2100 CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN 255 E. Basse 424-2014

CERRONI’S PURPLE GARLIC 1017 Austin Highway 822-2300

FLORIO’S PIZZA 7701 Broadway 805-8646

PAESANOS 555 E. Basse 828-5191

GRIMALDI’S PIZZA 330 E. Basse, #101 832-8288

PIATTI 255 E. Basse, #500 832-0300

VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA 5054 Broadway 828-3354

SORRENTO 5146 Broadway 824-0055 TRE TRATTORIA 4003 Broadway 805-0333

MEXICAN/LATIN ADELANTE 21 Brees Blvd.

822-7681

BETO’S 8142 Broadway 930-9393 EL MACHITO 7300 Jones Maltsberger 314-3971 FLAIR 6462 N. New Braunfels Ave. 977-0193 LA FONDA 8633 Crownhill Blvd.

824-4231 PALOMA BLANCA 5800 Broadway 822-6151 PICANTE GRILL 3810 Broadway 822-3797 SALSITA’S 5130 Broadway 826-4900

SOUTHWESTERN

CANYON CAFE 255 E. Basse, #600 821-3738

STEAKS

THE BARN DOOR 8400 N. New Braunfels 824-0116 FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 255 E. Basse, #200 824-9463 RUTH'S CHRIS 7720 Jones Maltsberger 821-5051

TREATS & DESSERTS LA PANADERÍA 8305 Broadway 375-6746

MENCHIE’S 999 E. Basse, Suite 177 824-1104 TRINICAKES CUPCAKERY 999 E. Basse Road 826-2427

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VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA OLD WORLD CHARM IN AN INTIMATE SETTING

By EDMOND ORTIZ

Volare Gourmet Pizza has become over the years an institution of sorts in Alamo Heights. Located at 5054 Broadway, in the heart of the city’s commercial corridor, Volare is a small restaurant by many standards and could be easy to miss if you’re not familiar with the area.

But once you’ve spotted the eatery’s green roof and scored a parking spot, the Old World charm inside the place is hard to beat.

Volare prides itself in serving authentic Naples cuisine. The main event, of course, is the New York-style thin crust pizza.

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three diners, and 16 inches for three to four people. Some of the pizzas sport amusing names. There’s the Maui Wowee, with pineapple, Canadian bacon and mozzarella cheese and the Don Corleone with pepperoni, Italian sausage, black olives, mushrooms and mozzarella.

The Riverwalk features Canadian bacon, Italian sausage, mushrooms, tomato slices, onions, pepperoni, peppers and mozzarella.

Then there’s the ‘09-er, complete with a pesto base, chicken, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, baby spinach and mozzarella.

There’s plenty more where that came from. Volare offers a variety of classic dishes that can be found at most comprehensive Italian restaurants.

One could start with an appetizer such as Volare chicken wings, which come as a 10-piece set, spicy or lemon pepper, with a side of creamy Italian or ranch dressing.

There’s also homemade garlic bread or cheese bread.

Want something light to begin your culinary adventure at Volare? There are six salads: antipasto, Caesar, garden, Greek, spinach and caprese.

Chicken-centric dishes range from cacciatore and Marsala to piccata and parmigiana. Each chicken meal comes with fresh bread.

The pasta dishes range from fettuccine alfredo, gnocchi sorrentina and eggplant parmigiana to ziti and lasagna, each with fresh bread. Volare also has paninos,

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which come with meatballs or with ham and cheese.

On this visit, I went with the meat lover’s personal pizza, which has pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef and mozzarella. I also chose a small calzone, which actually fills up a plate. It’s big. I’m curious to see the medium and large calzones. Each comes filled with ricotta, mozzarella, ham and pepperoni with a side of light marinara.

As mentioned, Volare’s interior is small. Even so, when all four tables are filled, you don’t feel terribly crowded.

Each table is draped with a red checkerboard cover. There is an outdoor covered patio with a few more tables.

Don’t feel like dining in? Delivery is also available within ZIP codes 78209 and 78212 and around Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. A minimum $15 purchase is required for deliveries. As such, this family-owned and operated restaurant has a small staff; most times it’s the cook and two wait staffers, as was the case in this particular instance. The kitchen lies immediately to the right of the entrance and is open, so you can easily see the cook at work.

During a Friday rush hour dinner period, the cook moves fast and effectively, as do the servers – one of whom is able to depart at a moment’s notice to deliver a meal. It may not be the fastest service in a pizzeria, but given the tiny staff, it’s

solid for a neighborhood eatery. Meal orders come in fast during dinner and lunch, and while I’m sure each server could be a bit more personable with customers, he/she is helpful in allowing enough time to order or to offer a suggestion. The food arrives at your table relatively quickly. The pizza is good.

The tastes complement each other, and greasiness isn’t a factor. The calzone is rich with flavor and quite flaky.

What Volare lacks in physical space and well-rounded service, it makes up for in ambiance in addition to the cuisine. Classic pop music, from Sinatra to Bing Crosby and Italian standards, is played. Small curtains over the windows facing Broadway help to cut down on the amount of natural light entering the interior, but it’s enough to offer an intimate, family-friendly atmosphere day or night. Paintings of Italian landmarks and countrysides and culinary-themed tin signs line the interior walls. Together, they help to further the Old World charm and beauty of the restaurant.

Back to the menu — there’s coffee, cappuccino and espresso to enjoy, as well as desserts such as cheesecake, cannoli and tiramisu. Even children have offerings from which to pick: a slice or a whole 10-inch cheese or pepperoni pizza is on the menu.

The price of a child’s item includes a drink.

Volare’s website states it’s open 11 a.m.9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Fridays, noon-10 p.m. Saturdays, and noon9 p.m. Sundays. It is closed 2:30-4:30 p.m. on weekdays.Take note of this: I’ve tried visiting Volare on a few other occasions, not too much before the stated closing time, and found the employees already wrapping up operations for the day, so call ahead.

For more information, call 210-828-3354 or visit www.volarepizza.com.

VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA 5054 BROADWAY www.volarepizza.com ATMOSPHERE

Small restaurant with Old World charm MUST-TRY

The New York-style thin crust pizza

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Calendar ART // MUSIC // FILM // THEATER // DANCE // CHARITY // OUTDOORS

Hairspray

delicious culinary offerings from over 35 participating establishments. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com

September 11 See it on the big screen at the Tobin Center. The Movie starts at 8 - so don’t be late!

September 10

OUTSIDE THE LUNCHBOX LUNCHEON

Now thru September 20

RAINFOREST ADVENTURE The San Antonio Botanical Garden This maze exhibit takes guests inside the rainforest, from the soaring canopies all the way to the forest floor with lessons on ecology, biodiversity, adaptability, and conservation. www.sabot.org

Now thru September 7

DISCOVER THE ICE AGE The Witte Museum Mammoths, saber-toothed cats, bears, cave people and gigantic "terror birds" last seen in Texas and Florida make Discover the Ice Age an exciting and educational exhibition about life during Earth’s last Ice Age. Discover the Ice Age features fossils, casts and several life-sized animatronic models of animals. This exhibition provides a unique and exciting walk through the Ice Age era for families and visitors of all ages. www.wittemuseum.org

September 4

LABOR DAY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW The River Walk, 11am-7pm Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque River Walk, stop to talk to our vendors who are anxious to share information about their craft, and take home an item that will enhance your home, wardrobe or garden. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com

The Tobin Center, 12pm Keynote speaker Amanda Ripley will talk about The Smartest Kids In The World and How They Got That Way at The Tobin Center for Performing Arts. www.tobincenter.org

September 11

HAIRSPRAY The Tobin Center, 8pm Hairspray is a 2007 American musical romantic comedy film based on the 2002 Broadway musical of the same name, which follows the "pleasantly plump" teenager Tracy Turnblad as she pursues stardom as a dancer on a local TV show and rallies against racial segregation.

Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the movie on our 32foot LED screen! No outside food or drinks are allowed, but concessions will be available for purchase, including full bar service. www.tobincenter.org

September 11

THE H-E-B 31ST ANNUAL ZOO RUN RELAY San Antonio Zoo, 6 - 9pm The Zoo Run Relay is an 8-mile team race. Teams consisting of 4 runners (each runner will run two miles) will compete against each other in a race to the finish line. A portion of the race takes runners through the zoo. www.sazoo.org

September 8

BUD LIGHT - THE TASTE The River Walk, 6 - 8:30pm Bud Light The Taste brings the local San Antonio crowd to Houston Street and the River Walk to sample

September 12

THE H-E-B 31ST ANNUAL KIDS’ ZOO RUN San Antonio Zoo, 8:30 - 10:30am Kids of all ages and their parents can support the zoo by running in this fun race on a route through the zoo. www.sazoo.org

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial follows the moving story of a lost little alien who befriends a 10-year-old boy named Elliott. Experience all the mystery and fun of their unforgettable adventure in the beloved movie that captivated audiences around the world, complete with John Williams’ Academy Award®winning score performed live by the San Antonio Symphony in sync with the film projected on a huge HD screen! www.majesticempire.com

September 12-13

PLANT SALE September 12

ONE MAN BREAKING BAD The Tobin Center, 4 and 8pm A one-man-show, Yo! Los Angeles actor Miles Allen takes Breaking Bad fans on a wild ride as he parodies the greatest television show ever made. See him perform his rendition of popular characters Walter White, Jesse Pinkman, Hank, Walt Junior, Mike and Gus Fring. A hilarious 75minute show. Note: Adult language and content. www.tobincenter.org

September 11 and 12

THE SAN ANTONIO SYMPHONY PRESENTS E.T. THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL The Majestic Theatre, times vary Director Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming masterpiece comes to the Majestic Theatre. Filled with unparalleled magic and imagination,

The San Antonio Botanical Garden, 10am -2pm Find the perfect plants to make your landscape San Antonio friendly at this two-day sale. Select from hundreds of varieties of natives and adapted plants suited to our climate conditions. Greenhouse volunteers assist in your selection.

Learn from their extensive gardening experience! www.sabot.org

September 12

JON SECADA The Tobin Center, 8pm Jon Secada is a Grammy-winning bilingual artist adored by millions around the world. His lyrics explore love, loss, separation and redemption while always focusing on the positive. His songs generate a tangible sense of hope to millions of fans around the globe. The Cubanborn, yet distinctly American recording artist, producer and songwriter Jon Secada has not only written and produced hit songs for his own career, but also written and

( EDITOR’S PICK ) September 12 -13

OPERA PICCOLA PRESENTS BON APPETIT AND GALLANTRY Carver Cultural Center, times vary Opera Piccola of San Antonio presents a double-bill of comic opera taken straight from 1950s television. Lee Hoiby’s Bon Appetit brings to life everyone’s favorite chef, Julia Child, while she prepares a chocolate cake. Following is Douglas Moore’s hilarious hospital soap opera, Gallantry. Sung in English, both operas star Laura Mercado-Wright, Susan Olson, April Hufty, Heath Martin and Rick Novak. Accompanied by full orchestra conducted by Kirstin Roach and stage-directed by Cynthia Stokes. Tickets are $15, $25, $35, and $50 and can be purchased by going to www.operapiccolasa.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

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produced numerous songs and No.1 hits for such artists as Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin and Gloria Estefan. www.tobincenter.org

September 12

BREWS AND BLOOMS The San Antonio Botanical Garden, 6:30-10pm An evening of craft brew sampling paired with scrumptious food truck fare and music, all set in the gorgeous, blooming Botanical Garden. www.sabot.org.

September 14

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MEXICO The Tobin Center, 7:30pm A cast of dancers, inspired by Mexican folklore, recreate traditional dances using both modern and classical techniques. www.tobincenter.org

September 13

DON QUIXOTE: PRESENTED BY ARTS SAN ANTONIO Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 7:30pm Bringing together the passionate, soulful cultures of Spain and India, the Sahrdaya Foundation premieres its production of the 21stcentury stage adaptation of Miguel de Cervantes’ early 17thcentury classic novel, Don Quixote. The production combines poetry, music, dance and theater to unfold a timeless tale with universal relevance. www.majesticempire.com

FOR MORE ON SAN ANTONIO ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT VISIT WWW.SAARTS.COM

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FLASHDANCE October 20 The Tobin Center, 7:30pm

DIEZ Y SEIS EVENTS Various venues around the city Marking Mexico's independence from Spain, San Antonio celebrates with special events all over town, including a street parade with floats and marching bands, a gala and celebrations in Market Square. www.sanantonio.gov.

September 17

EXHIBIT OPENING AND RECEPTION J.R. Mooney Gallery - Boerne, 4-8pm Antecedent / Au Courant explores various genres and aspects of represented artists. Join them for an opening reception with the artists. www.jrmooneygalleries.com

September 18-20

BEETHOVEN'S 9TH The Tobin Center, times vary Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, concluding with the exhilarating Ode to Joy, encourages listeners to celebrate our shared humanity. Not just a concert—an unforgettable experience with the San Antonio Symphony. www.tobincenter.org

September 22-27

DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID The Majestic Theatre, times vary Fathoms below, we meet Ariel, the little mermaid who longs to be part of the fascinating world on dry land. Joining her are Sebastian, Ariel’s crabby sidekick; Ursula, the evil sea witch; Triton, King of the Sea; and the handsome and human Prince Eric. Based on the Disney animated film and hit Broadway musical, The Little Mermaid is making its San Antonio debut. The beloved animated classic comes to life on stage with all the songs you love like Under the Sea and Part Of Your World. www.majesticempire.com

BILLY IDOL October 5 The Tobin Center, 7:30pm

October 1 and 3

MADAMA BUTTERFLY The Tobin Center, 7:30pm Following a stunning inaugural season, OPERA San Antonio presents Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, featuring Maria Kanyova as Cio-Cio San and Adam Diegel as Lt. B.F. Pinkerton. Both performances feature the San Antonio Symphony, conducted by Maestro Sebastian Lang-Lessing. www.tobincenter.org

October 5

BILLY IDOL The Tobin Center, 7:30pm Rock legend Billy Idol celebrates the release of his first studio album in almost a decade, Kings & Queens Of The Underground, with this North American Tour that is selling out stadiums across the country. www.tobincenter.org

October 8-11

GRUENE MUSIC & WINE FESTIVAL Gruene historic district, times vary A festival of great food and award winning wines along with live music. Featured performers include Aaron Neville, Pat Green, The Marshall Tucker Band and many more. www.gruenemusicandwinefest.org

October 9

October 20

BACK TO THE FUTURE

FLASHDANCE

The Tobin Center, 8pm A 1985 American comic science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis, and starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover and Thomas F. Wilson. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the movie on our 32-foot LED screen! No outside food or drinks are allowed, but concessions will be available for purchase, including full bar service. www.tobincenter.org

The Tobin Center, 7:30pm Featuring amazing dancers and a score that includes hit songs from the movie, What a Feeling, Maniac, Gloria, Manhunt, and I Love Rock & Roll.

In addition to these hits, 16 brand-new songs have been written for the musical with music by Robbie Roth and lyrics by Robert Cary and Roth. www.tobincenter.org

October 10 and 12

FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW The River Walk, 11am - 8pm Some of the most unusual handmade merchandise available anywhere. Whether it’s jewelry, pottery or fine art you are interested in, you are sure to find what you’re looking for. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com

October 21

UB40 The Tobin Center, 7:30pm In the early ‘80s this band helped define reggae music in America. Their hits Red Red Wine, I've Got You Babe and I Can't Help Falling In Love With You, topped the charts in 1983. They return for one hot San Antonio concert. www.tobincenter.org

October 22

October 9,10 and 11

LIONEL RICHIE

BALLET SAN ANTONIO PRESENTS SWAN LAKE

The Tobin Center, 8pm Music Icon. International superstar. 100 million albums sold worldwide. Lionel Richie has a discography of albums and singles second to none and is part of the fabric of American pop music. Enjoy his many hits including, All Night Long, Hello, Say You, Say Me, Penny Lover and Stuck On You in this amazing show. www.thetobincenter.org

The Tobin Center, times vary Swan Lake is the story of a sad prince, an evil sorcerer, and a beautiful woman turned swan.

With heart-wrenching and glorious music by Tchaikovsky, this ballet is a feast for the senses, and a must-see whether you are an aficionado or a newcomer to ballet.

With live music by the San Antonio Symphony www.tobincenter.org

October 16

YO-YO MA The Tobin Center, 8pm Join Music Director Sebastian Lang-Lessing and world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma for a memorable one-night performance with the San Antonio Symphony. www.tobincenter.org

LIONEL RICHIE October 22 The Tobin Center, 8pm

October 23-24

LUMINARIA - ARTS COME TO LIGHT Downtown, various venues All manner of creative endeavors — art, music, poetry, performance, light shows — explode across San Antonio. Luminaria is San Antonio's annual celebration of art and artists. Overseen by San Antonio's creative leaders, it is free of charge and showcases all art forms in an outdoor setting and inside various venues downtown. www.luminariasa.org

October 31

BUD LIGHT HALLOWEEN FEST The River Walk 7 - 11pm Bud Light will once again sponsor Halloween Fest downtown on the River Walk. This event features live music, an eerie river parade and a costume contest. Bars will open at 6pm for costume registration. Live music starts at 7pm and the parade begins at 8:30pm. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com

BOB’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSE GIVEN PRESTIGIOUS AWARD (The Rim)

NEWS ( By LESLIE FOLEY )

For the second consecutive year, Bob’s Steak & Chop House has been recognized by Wine Spectator with a Best of Award of Excellence in the magazine’s 2015 awards. The restaurant, located at The Rim, is one of only two establishments in San Antonio and one of 31 in Texas to win this award. The Best of Award of Excellence honors restaurants whose wine lists typically offer 350 or more selections, along with superior presentation, and display either vintage depth or excellent breadth across wine regions. Bob’s Steak & Chop House has a list of more than 550 wines.

COOL OFF WITH ICE CREAM Let’s face it … it’s still hot! If you are lucky enough to live in Southtown, stop by The House at 732 S. Alamo St. for boozy ice cream — that’s right, ice cream spiked with booze. There are also regular flavors for those that want to stick to their tried and true favorites, but why, I ask, when you can indulge in Blue Hawaiian, Aztec chocolate, bourbon vanilla and shots of booze in your ice cream? If you’re not going to imbibe in a cone, then kick back with a locally crafted brew. Call 210-919-3553 for hours of ice cream boozing. Now that’s a scoop!

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OUTSIDE ‘09

In this issue of Outside 09 we hit the road and circle the Alamo city to bring you something everyone can enjoy. We whet your appetite with updates about new Michin Fresh Mexican Kitchin, an award for Bob’s Steak & Chop House and give you the scoop on ice cream shop with a twist, The House. Then, we head downtown for Alamo City Comic Con, International Accordion Fest and Jazz’s Alive.

And, we don’t let you forget about cruising on Sept. 27 at Siclovia. Enjoy!

DINING HAPPENINGS

ARTS & CULTURE

three-day venture. Check the website at www.alamocitycomiccon.com, and you will recognize several entertainers who will be on hand Sept.11-13.

INERNATIONAL ACCORDION FESTIVAL (Downtown)

This annual all-star celebration on Saturday, Sept. 12, from noon until 10 p.m. at the La Villita Historic Arts Village is a vibrant celebration of all things accordion. The International Accordion Festival has earned a reputation for innovative programming, featuring international performers of the highest caliber, and for a commitment to cultural education by initiating cross-cultural communication in workshops and performances. Diverse musical styles, food truck offerings and dancing outdoors will keep you returning to this popular festival – fun for the entire family, and it’s FREE! Tickets and performance schedules can be found at www.internationalaccordionfestival.org.

SICLOVIA (Broadway)

This is a fun and free event that will turn Broadway Street into a safe place for exercise and play. The streets become car-free for about five hours, allowing families to run, ride bikes, take exercise classes and enjoy their city streets. On Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the entire street is yours! Go to www.siclovia.org or call 210-246-9622 to learn more about an afternoon of fitness, fun and freedom.

JAZZ’S ALIVE (Downtown)

MICHIN FRESH MEXICAN KITCHIN (Stone Oak)

Located in Sonterra Village at 427 North Loop 1604, Building 2, Suite 202, this new restaurant features specialties such as fresh fish and traditional Mexican dishes with a twist, including homemade spiced corn tortillas and creamy house-made guacamole with bacon bits, original sauces such as Michin pico de gallo and mustard-based salsa macha, Tacos Baja, margaritas and much more. For more info visit the website at www.mitchinkitchin.com or call 210-277-7222 for their hours of operation.

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ALAMO CITY COMIC CON (Downtown )

The primary goal of Alamo City Comic Con is to celebrate the artists who provide entertainment to the public via comics, movies, TV and gaming. It brings unique celebrities and attractions to the Alamo City, allowing attendees to take advantage of the “mega” comic con experience. Head over to Henry B. González Convention Center to meet your favorite celebs, artists and writers during this

The San Antonio Parks Foundation and the City of San Antonio present some of the nation's top jazz entertainers, along with regional and local talent, during the 32nd annual Jazz’SAlive in downtown Travis Park Sept. 19-20. Entertainers will dazzle the crowd with their smooth sounds; the schedule of performance times and entertainers can be found at www.saparksfoundation.org.

And don’t miss the Starlite Salute to Jazz’SALive Gala on Friday, Sept.18, or Jazz’SAlive After Dark at 11 p.m. on Sept. 19 at the Rooftop Terrace at the St. Anthony Hotel.

The impromptu jam session for local, regional and national artists and performers will jazz it up after hours — who knows who will show? Don’t miss out on this two-day event featuring plenty of jazz, a gala and the After Dark Party. Gala tickets: 210-212-8423.

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ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

6116 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 FAX (210) 822-7111 08/01/15 THEFT 200 blk. Retama A package delivered to the front porch of a residence was stolen before the owner could retrieve it.

covered the driver was in possession of marijuana, and several items of narcotics paraphernalia were found in the vehicle.

The driver was released pending charges filed at a later date with the District Attorney’s office.

08/12/15 WANTED PERSON 5300 blk. N New Braunfels The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active arrest warrant issued by Bexar County. The driver was transported to jail.

08/16/15 VEHICLE BURGLARY 800 blk. College Blvd.

An unlocked vehicle was rummaged through during the overnight hours, but no property was stolen.

08/12/15 THEFT 100 blk. Patterson A table saw, compressor and nail guns belonging to a contractor were stolen from the front yard of a residence when left unattended.

08/19/15 ATTEMPTED VEHICLE THEFT 300 blk. Albany A vehicle parked in a driveway was unlawfully entered during the overnight hours sustained damage to the steering column and ignition in an apparent attempted theft of the vehicle.

08/13/15 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 200 blk. Redwood Officers responding to a report of youths smoking marijuana in an alleyway identified several juveniles who admitted to smoking marijuana. No marijuana was found and all juveniles were released to parents.

08/13/15 DWI 5000 blk. Broadway An officer on patrol observed a vehicle make an illegal U-turn, crossing over a raised median, and nearly striking a tree.

The officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop of the vehicle and investigation determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol and impaired. The driver was transported to jail.

08/15/15 WANTED PERSON 5400 blk. Broadway The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active warrant for their arrest issued by Bexar County. The driver was transported to jail.

08/15/15 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF VARIOUS Officers on patrol discovered four (4) street sign poles had been pushed over by a vehicle in the area around the 700 block of W. Castano. Poles and signs were damaged.

08/16/15 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 300 blk. Austin Hwy. The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have a suspended driver’s license. Further investigation dis-

08/22/15 DWI Austin Hwy/N New Braunfels Officers responding to a call for an unconscious driver found a vehicle stopped in the intersection with the engine running and the driver slumped behind the wheel.

Officers were able to awaken the driver after several minutes and investigation determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol and impaired. The driver was transported to jail.

08/23/15 FAILURE TO IDENTIFY 100 blk. Barilla During a traffic enforcement investigation officers made a welfare check on a passenger who appeared to be much younger than the other vehicle occupants.

The passenger gave several names and dates of birth ranging from 18 to 22 years of age. Investigation determined the passenger was 15 years old and listed as a missing person. Further investigation discovered a syringe the passenger claimed to use to inject methamphetamines. The passenger was transported to the Bexar County Juvenile Detention facility.

08/23/15 VEHICLE BURGLARY 500 blk. College Two (2) unlocked vehicles parked in a driveway were unlawfully entered during the overnight hours and rummaged through. A wallet was reported missing from one of the vehicles.

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VINTAGE VIEW

Alamo Heights girls pose at the ever popular Bun 'N' Barrel on Austin Highway

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