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Note From The Publisher The Season For Living Through Giving
s 2016 comes to a close, the holiday rush is just beginning. If you’re anything like me, you’re probably running around searching for the perfect gift for everyone in your family, spending time and money on the perfect dé cor, and stressing over meals to please everyone. I often find yself questioning if all the stress is worth it. I forget what this season is really about. I forget that this time of year means so much more than the amount of money we spend or what dé cor decks our halls, if any. It’s about the family that travels from out of state to spend time with us, it’s about re ection over a year s worth of effort and work, and it’s about thoughtfulness, family and giving to those who are less fortunate. All of these things get lost in the rush and although we hear it all the time, do we really remember that this is the season for giving? I’m just a bad as the next person, spending huge amounts of time and money to appear perfect when really all I want to do is pull on some sweatpants and stare at the wall. So, this holiday season I am making a conscious effort to enjoy my family and spend less time doing dishes and more time laughing and having fun. In this world of instant gratification, lose sight of the things that can’t be ordered and delivered to my door in two days or less. With all the strife in the world today, I truly believe that everyone could use a little time to just be themselves. The world is not going to ground to a halt and stop spinning if we take a day off from it all. December is a full month for everyone. or e, a wrapping up our final plans for Winter Celebration on December 10, finishing up the anuary edition of Welcome
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ecember is here! 2016 is nearly over, but not before its time to celebrate one of the most wonderful times of the year. There are so many ways to get into the holiday spirit within in the next few weeks and if you’re looking for a local event for the family, look no further than Stone Oak Winter Celebration on December 10! Each year, thousands of families from across San Antonio gather to enjoy filled with fun, rides, food, vendors – and of course, Santa! Santa and Mrs. Clause will be arriving at Winter Celebration (located in the parking lot across from North Central Baptist Hospital) via San Antonio AirLIFE! It’s always wonderful to see the children’s smiling faces as Santa makes his grand entrance, descending via helicopter from the sky! The little ones are also invited to sit on Santa’s lap for free photo. Perhaps one of the biggest attractions is the 60,000 pounds of real snow Santa brings straight from the North Pole. It’s not often San Antonio gets to enjoy a winter wonderland, so take advantage! There will even be downhill sledding for all to enjoy! To enjoy this day of fun, just bring a new,
unwrapped toy to donate to Living Through Giving, a non-profit organization that supports local children advocacy groups across Bexar County. Every child deserves to enjoy the magic of Christmas morning, unwrapping gifts under the tree, but it’s not a reality for far too many. Living Through Giving is working to make a difference in the lives of these children and bring a smile to their face this holiday season. Here’s hoping that you and yours enjoy a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, or whatever holiday you may celebrate as we say farewell to 2016 – here’s to a New Year!
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nd that’s a wrap! The Stone Oak Business Association finished out another great year of networking opportunities and exciting interactive events on November 15 at SMOKE The Restaurant-Stone Oak with an evening mixer. 2016 saw an increase in SOBA membership with 350 members as a part of the organization. With Stone Oak Winter Celebration just around the corner and Speed Networking scheduled for January 25 at Canyon Springs Golf Club, SOBA shows no signs of slowing down. Speed Networking is one of SOBA’s most highly anticipated networking events with a regular attendance of at least 150 members and non-members. The evening is dedicated to making new business connections and catching up with old friends in a wellorganized, speed-dating like setting where you will move from table to table, meeting every individual in attendance. If you are looking for a great way to kickoff your 2017 networking schedule this is it! To RSVP call the SOBA office at 210-348-8233. The first quarter of the New Year is also almost always jam packed with ribbon cuttings. Watch your inbox for the latest additions to the SOBA ribbon cutting calendar. February’s Breakfast Networking will be sponsored by Judy Jackson with Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors. Many current members know Judy from her much appreciated presence and involvement at many SOBA events. SOBA is excited to hear Judy’s story and passion for helping people with all of their financial needs. SOBA is comprised of mostly small business owners that are the true depiction of the American Dream. We are so proud to be able to serve this community and support the backbone of America. We hope that all small business owners take much needed time off over the holidays to catch up with
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friends and family. We know how much you all deserve it! In wrapping up another year, SOBA is proud to welcome the following members to our business organization: Dr. Kenneth Yu Facial Reconstruction and Plastic Surgery Vision Source Stone Oak (NEW LOCATION AND 15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY) The PREP School of Stone Oak Zoe’s Kitchen Iron Tribe Fitness Hardy Oak Storage Rodry Liquor Bricks and Minifigs Welcome to SOBA! We look forward to seeing all of you at Speed Networking! Have a safe and happy December! Until 2017
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he holiday season is nearing, and Winter Celebration is right around the corner! Welcome Home Community Newspaper, North entral Baptist ospital and the nonprofit Living Through Giving are sponsoring the annual holiday event, Winter Celebration, on Saturday December 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In anticipation of the large number of families and children, Welcome Home is proud to once again offer a FREE shuttle service to and from Winter Celebration located at North Central Baptist Hospital. This year, The Independence Hill Retirement Community, Franklin Park Retirement Resorts, Coronado at Stone Oak, and The Haven and The Laurel have all generously donated shuttles and buses for easy and convenient transportation to Winter Celebration. Shuttle service pick-up this year will be located at Ronald Reagan High School (19000 Ronald Reagan Drive) and Communuity Bible Church (2477 1604 E. 78232). Shuttles will begin transporting the public at :30 a. . and will run continuously until 3:30 p. . ars should enter through the Sonterra entrances. All cars must be clear of the parking lots by 4 p.m . Winter Celebration featuring AirLIFE Santa is a wonderful family event for all ages. The celebration begins with an opening parade showcasing performances from school choirs and area high school marching bands. The event itself includes photos with Santa, raf es for prizes, vendors as well as other activities to create endless fun for fa ilies and volunteers. Santa’s arrival by helicopter always brings excitement from the crowd, and of course, the celebration would not be co plete without 0,000 lbs. of snow for snowball fights and snow angels Over the past thirteen years, Winter Celebration has become the largest Christmas toy drive in Stone Oak, San Antonio. Welcome Home would like to thank all shuttle service providers for assisting in transportation and ensuring that everyone in the co unity can attend the celebration. f you have any questions or would like ore infor ation regarding Winter elebration, call 210 348-8233. Welcome Home looks forward to celebrating the holiday season with the entire community!
When the Saints Go Marching In Submitted By Mary Delaney ne progra unique to oly Spirit Catholic School is their “ mass buddy” program. Beginning in late Septe ber, students in grades -8 were paired with students in lower grades in order to encourage the formation of a very special bond. The pairs not only sit together during mass every week, but also participate in activities with their mass buddy throughout the year. One particular project took place on All Saints Day in October. Seventh graders met weekly with their first grade buddy to pick a saint, take measurements for their costumes, and researching their chosen saint. After practices and rehearsals were complete, the day finally has finally arrived. The school community and parents were all in attendance at mass on November 2 to witness their “ saintly” son or daughter process in, donning a costume which emulated the clothing their saint might
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have worn. The young saints walked down the aisle, pausing for the cameras. After mass was over, the saints and their buddies made their way back up to the front of the church, stopping below the altar to read a short description of their saint, after which the assembly was instructed to respond with “ Pray for Us.” Once all of the saints had the opportunity to introduce themselves, they weaved their way toward the back of the church. At this time, music began playing, allowing the crowd of proud parents, grandparents, and the rest of the school to get one final gli pse of this special group. Together, with their buddy by their side, the saints proceeded up the aisle as the song “ The Saints Go Marching In” played in the background. Although the formal presentation is over, the project will not be complete until the seventh graders finish and present a handmade book about their chosen saint to the first graders later this se ester. Mrs.
The “mass buddy” program at Holy Spirit Catholic School paired together first and seventh grade students for a special All Saints Day project.
ily Garza, a new first grade teacher to Holy Spirit and current parent of two middle schoolers, was very pleased with the seventh graders participation in the special project. t s really neat because our first graders get to keep the costumes that the seventh graders and their parents made,” she said. Collages of past All Saints Day
Together, the buddies chose a saint, researching their selection and creating a costume that reflected what he or she may have worn.
celebrations adorn the hallways of Holy Spirit, so that all can see the friendships and bonds formed at Holy Spirit Catholic School.
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Submitted By Velizar Iliev n October 14-1 , Ricky Gonzalez, Basis San Antonio student from Olympian Fencing Club, competed at the Super Youth Circuit and Cadet Fencing National Tournament in St. Louis, MO. Twelve-year-old Ricky finished an impressive second place and received the Silver Medal in Youth 12 Men’s Epee event. Ricky also competed in the Cadet Event, capturing third place and Bronze edal.
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Ricky s tea ate, 11-year-old Noah Pineda from St. Anthony Catholic School also competed valiantly and ended up placing 15th, just one victory away from a medal. Ricky and Noah are both training at the Olympian Fencing Club in San Antonio, Texas and are coached by World Champion and .S. Oly pian oach elizar Iliev. For more information about this competition or the fencing club please visit www.OlympianFencingClub.com
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Ricky Gonzalez (pictures second from right) won two medals at the Super Youth Circuit and Cadet Fencing National Tournament in St. Louis, MO.
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2016 Winter Celebration Performers Parade starts at 10:00 am Community is encouraged to join. Lineup will be at 9:30 am at Reindeer Lane. Come out and and kick off the Holidays with a Parade and see Santa fly in on his Helicopter.
In The Parade: Santa & Mrs. Claus Ronald Reagan Marching Band Cornerstone Christian Marching Band Stone Oak Dance Academy Encino Park Eddie the Eagle Betsy Dippo & State Farm Bear
Area A – DJ & Dance Stage 10:30 am 11:00 a.m. 11:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m.
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Area B – Band Stage 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00
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Play Scavenger Hunt For A Chance To Win: ow it Works: Starting at 10 a.m. on December 10, 2016, the
Welco e o e check-in booth will be collecting toys for Living Through Giving and handing out the Scavenger Hunt list. Participants will have from 10 a. . 12:30 p. . to visit all the vendors on the list and get your Scavenger Hunt card stamped. For every 10 stamps you receive, you will get one General rize drawing ticket. ro 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m., a Winter Celebration volunteer at the Scavenger unt check-in booth will count your sta ps and give you your prize drawing tickets. Grand rize rawings will begin at 2:4 p. . You must be present to win.
Read Here For New Scavenger unt Rules: • You must bring a new unwrapped toy or $5
donation to Winter Celebration in order to be eligible to play Scavenger Hunt • The card must include your name, and phone number. • Children must be accompanied by an adult during Scavenger Hunt at Winter Celebration • One entry per person. • When you turn in your card at the Stone Oak Winter Celebration on December 10, you will receive a raf e ticket for every 10 vendors visited. For example, if you visit 10 vendors, you will receive 1 ticket to be entered into the General rize rawing prizes range fro gift certificates fro local restaurants, salon and spas, gift baskets and more). • As an extra bonus, if you visit every vendor at Winter Celebration you will receive a GRAND PRIZE drawing ticket All cards ust be turned in by 12:30 p. . the day of the Winter Celebration to be entered in the Grand rize rawing. • You must be present to win for the drawings. The Grand rize drawings will take place on ece ber 10, at 2:4 p. ., at the booth.
Volunteers are still needed, loved and appreciated. Call (210) 348-8233 to donate your time to a worthy cause.
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By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 have hundreds, HUNDREDS, of published medical studies supporting hormone replacement therapy. In addition, I have devoted the last 10 years to providing expert hormone replacement therapy to all persons whose hormones have declined as a result of normal aging. Merria -Webster defines the word “ expert” as having, involving, or displaying special skill or knowledge derived from training or experience. I attend a minimum of two seminars related to hormone replacement therapy in person (as opposed to online) per year, and in past years, I’ve exceeded that nu ber. have also taken tests, certifications and reviewed other formal studies. I have listened to other specialists in this particular field speak, and on ore than occasion, ve stood in line to ask questions of e perts like
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since she had moved and was no longer a patient of her regular hormone prescribing doctor, she had been given wrong, crazy, and misleading recommendations. “ Can you help e she asked, during her free 1 - inute consultation. This particular patient had already been to see three other gynecologists. After prolonged waiting room times (in one case exceeding two hours), the doctor told her that hormones would kill her and that she should throw away her remaining supply prescribed by her previous doctor. The next gynecologist referred her to a pharmacist for treatment. Her last doctor’s assistant began to write her a prescription with no examination and no blood work. An estradiol patch and prometrium prescriptions were handed to her with the following explanation, “ We give this to all our patients who want to take hor ones. They work just fine I told her that I was sorry for what she had been through. quickly e plained y process which entails three pages of detailed blood work with line-by-line e planation. or e, it s not just about hor ones, it s about antiaging. I check vitamin levels, markers for Alzhei er s disease and in a ation. then
Learning From Those Who’ve Been There, Done That
Submitted By Ethan Trout, Brookdale Senior Living Solutions f were to ask my boys “ What is the easiest lesson to learn? ” they will immediately respond with “ The one you learn from someone else’s mistake.” The speed and certainty of their response comes from how many times I’ve shared this truth with them.
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They know that learning from someone else’s mistake is like hitching a ride – you get further down the road without having to pay for the gas. Side note: t s just an analogy. don’t encourage my sons to hitchhike). As someone who works around seniors every day, I’m surrounded by people who have made their fair share of mistakes. They ve e tended their feet, filled with
hope that they were beginning a promising journey, only to have the coffee table of life bruise their toes. They’ve had their ups and downs. They ve a azed people with their accomplishments and disappointed those around them – sometimes in the same day. In short, they’re just like us – except they’ve had more. More good, more bad – more life. So with all of the challenges of modern life – why, why would we not seek the counsel of those who have gone before us? It has been said, “ There is nothing new under the sun.” And no matter how smart our phones, watches or TVs are, we’re still human. We’re still trying to do better than yesterday. The latest gadget shouldn’t blind us to the fact
recommend a comprehensive plan involving not just hormones, but nutrition, exercise, and key supplements, even brain training, to get you back to fully functioning. Hormone replacement therapy is about quality of life. True, you will not die if you don’t receive hormones for your severe menopausal symptoms of insomnia, hot ashes, and weight gain, but you will suffer. And yes, there are side effects to everything we do or do not do. There are published studies linking hormone replacement therapy to cancer, blood clots, heart attacks, and stroke. However, there are also studies which support the use of estradiol specifically, and other hormones, to protect the brain, bones, and mental state. Not everyone needs hormone replacement therapy as they age, it is a choice. Blood levels guide this decision and therapy - not opinion, not guess work, and not a blanket approach for every patient. Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Enhancement of Life is located at 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601, San Antonio, TX 78231. For more information, call 210-545-5224 or visit www.antiagingsa.com
that our parents and grandparents have faced what we’ve faced and lived to tell about it. So I want to encourage you to do something a little different this holiday season. As you gather around the table, when the sights and sounds of the season surround you – slow down and look at the older ones among you with a fresh perspective. They were once just like you. They’ve made lots of mistakes, which means they’ve got lots of lessons to share. Not only will you probably learn something, you will make them feel needed and useful. And if you can give that gift to just one person this season – well you just might need to start looking for a big red suit and some reindeer.
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award winning instructors. K9 Country Club can offer solutions for every pet and owner of every level and need. Our level of Agility Training is unparalleled by any other training center in South Texas. All that being said, many people are unsure about our country’s future. If you are feeling unsettled this holiday season, put aside your worry for a moment and focus on the furry face staring back at you. Remember why we have our pets and what they mean to us. Whether you and your dog are out and about, traveling the country, or just walking around the block nightly, dogs always show us unconditional love. Anyone who has left the house for fifteen inutes or up to seven hours and gets the same exuberant tail wagging, face-licking response when they return knows exactly what I am talking about. Imagine what this world would be like if we treated each other more with this
kind of spirit! What other creature has the capacity to protect you from a stranger and then turn around and comfort you when you are sad. We train them to sniff out bombs AND lead the blind What an a azing ani al. Your dogs may not be your whole life (like mine are but they can definitely ake your lives whole. Begin a new journey in 2017 by saying, “ Yes, let’s do that! With you by my side, the possibilities are endless!” Another important milestone approaching ountry lub s e panded facility turns ten years old in 2017. Stay tuned for future celebration details! K9 Country Club is located at 31305 Oak View, Bulverde TX 78163. For more information, call (830) 980-8476 or visit www.k9countryclub.net.
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a range suggested by the manufacturer. This will ensure that your tires always make good contact with the road surface and help ward off uneven wear. Finally, don’t forget your windshield wipers! It’s important to replace worn wipers regularly to maintain good visibility. Proper maintenance can help ensure you and your vehicle don’t get caught out in the cold. Don’t forget, you can always call Belden’s Automotive & Tires, our family is here to help! Look us up online at beldensautomotive. com for money saving coupons. Buckle up, Drive Safe and Remember at Belden’s Automotive & Tires, “We Keep You Rolling!” Belden’s Automotive & Tires has six locations: The ones near you Medical Center: 210-690-1100; Boerne: 830-9319700; Prue Rd: 210-877-2929.
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By Rusty Belden, President Belden’s Automotive & Tires (210) 494-0017
inter is here and although your first instinct ay be to wrap up in a war blanket by the fire, you really should be thinking about the impact cold weather can have on your vehicle and the importance of proper maintenance. Without the heating systems in today’s odern vehicles, we would all be quite
miserable during our daily commute. It’s easy to take for granted the heat in our vehicle that keeps us warm each winter, but without proper protection and maintenance our vehicles would be unable to protect us from cold weather. Here are some important facts to keep in ind this season: 1 - Your radiator is of the up ost
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By Mike & Molly Sowry Virtuoso Builders (210) 525-8750
elays are inevitable in the world of remodeling. In fact, we have rarely seen a remodeling project that didn’t have delays. A seasoned, professional Remodeler plans for hold ups and will work to ini ize the with proper planning. Nevertheless, delays happen. What are the most common delays? Weather: Over the past two spring seasons, we have experienced a lot of rain. Contractors normally build weather days into their calendar, but sometimes we all have to sit and wait to open the wall or the roof until the forecast improves. Paint doesn’t dry as fast when it’s rainy and any exterior work might come to a halt. Material Availability: Selections should be done in a timely manner prior to construction. When selections are complete, they can be ordered early and delivered on time for installation. If something happens that causes a delay such as tile on backorder, the calendar should be updated by the Remodeler and the homeowner should be informed. We have experienced situations where the supplier shipped the wrong product or it came in damaged which also can cause delays. Know that the Remodeler will take care of the situation and that in the end, it will be okay. Trade Contractors Schedules: By law, a Remodeler/ General Contractor (GC) cannot control the subcontractors and their schedules. A subcontractor is not an
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employee of the GC and provides services for other G s. The key here is the quality of the long-ter relationships that the G has built with his subs. Delays may still happen but a positive long-ter relationship can elevate your GC as a higher priority. Living In The Home During Renovations: If it’s at all possible to move out of the house when you are doing an extensive remodel, do it. If you can’t move out, let the subs do their job. Delays can happen easily when the homeowner is asking questions of the subcontractors while they are working. This is counterproductive. Q uestions or concerns should be directed to the person in charge, your Remodeler. Blaming your Remodeler for delays out of his control is unfair and may also be a direct path to poor results with a project full of hassle and bad feelings. That being said, you should absolutely expect good service and results for your money. A trustworthy, professional Remodeler will want you to be happy with the finished product so that you spread the word about their business. If there is a delay, be respectful and the project will get back on track. Virtuoso Builders is an award winning remodeling firm raising the professional standards in the San Antonio home remodeling industry. For more tips on home improvement, subscribe to our newsletter at www.virtuosobuilders.com
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The Feast Of The Seven Fishes
By Blake Groomer Groomer’s Seafood (210) 377-0951 t’s the most wonderful time of the year. Families come together, gifts are given, and best of all, good food is enjoyed between people who love one another. One of the most famous Christmas traditions with seafood is known as the Feast of The Seven Fishes. While the number doesn’t always have to be seven, the main point of this Italian tradition is a big feast of varied types of delicious seafood. Want to give it a try for your family this holiday season? Here’s a few easy recipes to get you started!
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Grilling Pies At Christmastime
By Cotton Clark Jeff’s Backyard (210) 342-4760 t’s that special time of year where we say Adios, enny raig and ello, Christmas calories!” I especially love pies this time of year, and I also love to grill. So, BAM! Why not marry the two together? ! Okay, to be fair, I’m not talking about
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“ grilling” pies, but rather baking pies on an outdoor grill or cooker. Baking pies with s oky wood avor isn t new. n fact, it wasn’t but a few generations ago when wood was the only fuel available for cooking. I’m betting that each of us has a great-grand other who baked pies in a wood burning stove. Pies are good all by themselves, but they take on a whole new
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Whole Grilled Branzino 1ea. Whole Branzino Gilled, gutted and scaled (Butterflied) 4oz Whole Unsalted Butter 1ea. Sprig of Thyme 1ea. Sprig Rosemary 1ea. Sprig Basil 2ea. Whole Garlic Gloves. Melt and clarify butter, fine chop all herbs and add garlic to clarified butter. Brush Branzino on inside and out, set on grill. Cook until temperature reaches 145 degrees. Brush butter on Branzino before re oving fro fire. Bacon Wrapped Colossal Gulf Shrimp 12ea. Peeled & Deveined Extra Jumbo Shrimp (16/20 count) 12ea. Maple Bacon Sliced 4oz Cream Cheese 2ea. LG jalapeno Toothpicks Butter y shri p lengthwise. Spread cream cheese on shrimp. Slice jalapeño dimension when their crusts are imbued with s oked wood avor. And therein lies the clue: whether its brisket, baby back ribs, salmon, or even pies, the common denominator is the presence of fat that quickly absorbs avor fro its surrounding environment. For pies, that fat is in the butter or shortening, which of course is a key ingredient in crust. Re e ber: fat avor. t s as si ple as that. Depending on your outdoor grill, you will need an indirect cooking system, but it’s not as complicated as it sounds. You erely need to have the fire heat source on one side of your cooker, and your pie baking on the other side. Think of it this way: you are creating an outdoor stove. A Weber kettle, for instance, allows you to build a fire on one side of the bowl while you use the other side for indirect heat. Another cooker that is great for pies is the Big Green Egg with its cera ic plate-setter syste . This unit creates a perfect, indirect, convective cooking environment, and its temperature
lengthwise and add a slice to the shrimp. Wrap shrimp, cream cheese and jalapeño with bacon. Use a toothpick to hold bacon in place. Grill on ediu -high heat until temperature reaches 145 de grees. I hope you enjoy these recipes and remember, we do ship overnight! The perfect gift this holiday season could be a great seafood holiday meal! From my family to yours, have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! control is exceptional. One key thing to re e ber: on t open the lid while cooking. The old pit smoker adage is true: f you re lookin , you ain t cookin’! Apple pie, cherry pie, pecan pie, pumpkin pie, buttermilk pie, raisin pie, and even peach cobbler and more yearn to be smoked. ickory, pecan, and even esquite for those brave enough, can be your heat/ smoke source. So, co e on by eff s Backyard where we talk you through specifics on how to bake a pie on your grill! Merry Christmas and Happy Grilling fro eff s Backyard Oh, one ore thing: turn to page 5 in this issue of Welcome o e to find our ad and a coupon for a free refill of propane in your 20 lb bottle with a 10 or ore purchase, an 18 value For all your grilling needs, call us at 210342- 4760 or email us at jeffsbackyard@ att.net. Better yet, come visit us at 435 West Nakoma, San Antonio, TX 78216. Happy Grilling from Jeff’s Backyard!
Thousand Oaks Gives Back To Four-Legged Friends Submitted By Jenness Davidson s part of the Leader in Me initiative, first grade students at Thousand Oaks Elementary School participated in a community service project this fall. Students chose to collect donations during the month of October for the Animal Defense League (ADL). ADL’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for abandoned, neglected or abused dogs and cats by providing needed medical care, food, shelter, and safety with compassion and attention until they are adopted. Thousand Oaks Elementary kicked off their community service event during an assembly where Rubble, the dog, and his owner, an ADL employee, discussed how and why the ADL operates. Students collected much needed items from ADL’s wish list including toys, food, towels, blankets, newspapers and much more.
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Huebner Elementary’s Makerspace Gaining Statewide Notoriety Submitted By Daryn Polanco efore the 2015 school year, Huebner Elementary added a Makerspace to their special class rotation with P.E., music and art. The Makerspace has provided a creative outlet for all students at Huebner and is based on STEM principles including science, technology, engineering, art and math. In the space, students are posed with critical and creative thinking challenges using materials such as Legos, K’Nex, Keva blocks, and Snap Circuits. Now in its second year of school-wide i ple entation, the Makerspace has been the host for school districts from all over the state of Texas. The creator of the space, Huebner Elementary Assistant Principal Daryn Polanco, along with Principal Carol Pierce,
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a azing job welco ing our guests and explaining our program. We are proud to have shared our great space and are happy that New Braunfels ISD is modeling their Makerspaces after Huebner’s. They will have a Makerspace in every elementary ca pus beginning in anuary We feel like our program has provided a working framework for all of these other programs and we are so grateful to our community and the North East Education Foundation for all of their support in getting our program up and running. It really is a great opportunity for children and we would love to see a Makerspace in every school.”
Administrators from all over the state have requested information and tours of Huebner Elementary’s Makerspace.
Support Special Olympics Of Texas Submitted By Anna Twitty ou’re invited to an exceptional event supporting Special Olympic Athletes in and around San Antonio! On Sunday, December 4, join the Special Olympics of Texas for a wine tasting event paired with a selection of SMO - The Restaurant s fine foods. SMO s is located at 1170 East Commerce. Explore your taste buds with elegant wines paired with the city’s best BBQ ! The event will be held fro 4 p. .- p. . There will be multiple food, beer and wine tasting stations. Your attendance will help support more than 10,400 Special Olympic athletes in the San Antonio area. For more details, visit www.sotx.org/ sawinetasting or contact Anna Twitty (atwitty@ sotx.org) at 210- 30- 8 8. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
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Churchill High School Celebrates 50 Years Of Excellence
Churchill alumni, current and future Chargers gathered Chargers in attendance were able to take a walk down on October 27 to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary. “Memory Lane” where 50 years of Churchill treasures were on display.
Submitted By Daniel Segura or 50 years, Churchill High School has delivered excellence in education and community leadership, creating traditions that carry on today through its students and tens of thousands of alumni. The school’s 50th anniversary celebration gave the Charger family an opportunity to celebrate the positive impact Churchill graduates have made in the San Antonio community and beyond. On October 27, the Churchill High School Charger Nation gathered to
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celebrate this huge event involving students, alumni, special guests and performances. The Churchill Charger family was able to take a walk down “ Memory Lane” in the gym where 50 years of Churchill treasures were on display. Then, a Charger Traditions Pep Rally featured performances from the marching band and spirit groups in addition to special guests, videos from national, state and local leaders, student and alumni performances, and the Inaugural Distinguished Alumni Class Recognition Ceremony.
The evening also featured a Pep Rally with performances, Charger pride was in full force as Churchill celebrated special guests, videos from national, state and local it’s 50th anniversary. leaders, and more.
The following evening, October 28. Churchill participated in the WOAI Kiolbassa Tailgate Party at Comalander Stadium before Churchill took on MacArthur at :30 p. . ost-ga e the Band, ance and Drill teams performed a special 50th anniversary show. Finally, on October 29, students conducted school tours for Alumni wishing to visit their al a- ater. To close the weekend’s festivities the Charger Sports Association hosted the “ Back in Black” All Sports Gala.
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Thousand Oaks Elementary Celebrates Texas Archaeology Month! Submitted By Jenness Davidson housand Oaks Elementary was fortunate to welco e Legacy: ands on the Past” to campus the week of October 24 to celebrate Texas Archaeology Month Legacy: ands on the ast is an outreach program associated with the Center for Archaeological Research at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Their mission is to enrich the community through public education in archaeology and cultural preservation to promote a collective responsibility for our diverse and shared past. The staff fro Legacy: ands on the Past” taught Thousand Oaks’ students about the field of archaeology by e plaining the
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What Does Planning For Retirement Mean For You
By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 hat does planning for your financial surprises. You will no longer have retirement really mean? When to worry about the increase in gas prices, considering retirement, most food costs or unexpected emergency home people first think of the financial piece. ow repairs. At many retirement communities, can you stabilize your e penses and keep you will even be able to save money by them in line with your income? Planning for cutting out certain expenses. For example, a move to a retirement community can make a car payment and insurance are no longer good financial cents because it requires a must since most of your transportation only one monthly service fee which covers needs are met within the community. The the majority of your living expenses. trip to the grocery store will contain a much At a full-service retire ent co unity, shorter list at a lesser cost since meals are meals are prepared daily, housekeeping included. And best of all, no more property is provided, transportation services are taxes! available, there is no home maintenance or There are several other things to consider upkeep worries, and utilities are included aside fro the financial piece of retire ent. removing the possibility of many large Will you be in a neighborhood where you
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Students handled a cow jaw bone while playing “Legacy: Hands on the Past,” an outreach program “Artifact or Not?” dedicated to educating the public about archaeology and cultural preservation, visited Thousand Oaks presentation concluded with a discussion Elementary during Texas Archaeology Month.
about career paths into the field ofarchaeology. Students learned that it is a ultidisciplinary field which requires
have no one your age or no one to socialize with as you choose to drive less? A full social calendar of fun and exciting events is constantly updated in a senior community to keep you active and entertained. You will have neighbors with similar interests and the time to do things spontaneously. Now that’s a lifestyle that everyone dreams of for their retirement! It can be wonderful to see your monthly expenses stay consistent, eliminating the guess work out of your budget! And creating a new chapter of life, full of new adventures, friends, fun and laughter will keep you young and independent. To learn ore about how to stabilize your living expenses and to see all the special amenities and social life a retirement community offers, call and speak to one of the Lifestyle Specialists at Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community today! Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community is located in Stone Oak at 20450 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call (210)
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