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Contents 78209 MAGAZINE | MAY 2017
14 Business Profile
Leslie Edwards inspires residents to work out in new efficient ways at KoKo Fit Club. Check out what makes these facilities special.
16 Profile
Ben and Liz Jackson have a love story and love of the neighborhood. Meet these residents who encourage everyone with a strong bond for each other and their home.
18 Tis The Season For Tea
This issue includes tips for special tea party events, plus the neighborhood places to find what you need. Begin with the tips from party planner Amy Spears. DEPARTMENTS 10
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Pamela’s Picks
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Neighborhood News School News
Pets - Ask Roxie
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Arts & Entertainment Calendar
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Community Leader: Police Captain Rudy Garza
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Wine & Dine: WD Deli
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Editor PAMELA LUTRELL Copy Editor KATHRYN COCKE Contributors ERNIE ALTGELT, SCOTT AUSTIN, ROBYN BARNES RON AARON EISENBERG, LESLIE FOLEY, EBER GUERRERO,RALEIGH HART, BERIT MASON, EDMOND ORTIZ, AL RENDON, MARTIN WADDY Graphic Design TAMARA HOOKS, MARIA JENICEK Advertising Sales CINDY JENNINGS, MADELEINE JUSTICE Administration & Customer Service NANCY A. GAFFNEY, RALEIGH HART Web Design BRITTNEY LOPEZ Printed By Shweiki Media, San Antonio, TX For Advertising information: (210) 826-5375 email: info@78209magazine.com
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In the Loop
Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce
Restaurant Guide Church Directory Outside ‘09
Community Calendar
Police Blotter
On The Market
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Editor’s Letter
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Dear Readers,
Can you sense the electricity in the air? It is not leftovers from Fiesta celebrations, but rather the excitement of summer just around the corner. Graduation season is upon us, and with so many success stories in our schools and the opening of swimming pools, well, who wouldn’t be excited? Leslie Edwards, franchise owner of KoKoFit, tells us how to get healthy and in shape for summer. She has built her business based on a unique concept in physical fitness and is an important area business owner your workout should know. Also, spring and summer is the time for parties, and we are pleased to sit down with party planner Amy Spears, who will teach us how to host successful tea parties for graduations, Mother’s Day, or just fun. I took her information into the community and pinpointed where to get our tea party supplies. Summer also means fleas, and “Ask Roxie” answers concerns about harmful flea treatments and the success of natural products. You will also be blessed by the love story of neighbors Ben and Liz Jackson. They just put a smile on your face. Finally, we have a new writer for THE SCOOP. Answering the questions all residents in 78209 have about the local business scene is Ron Aaron Eisenberg. Make sure you send us any new information to Pamela@sawoman.com and I will pass it along to Ron. As always, thank you for reading 78209 Magazine and following our social media. Now, let’s bring on the lazy, hazy, days of summer! Keep Smiling,
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Contributors
M. SCOTT AUSTIN
Writer Scott’s not a foodie; he is an eater! Ask his friends… if you are looking for a restaurant review, the perfect bar for any occasion, or a killer coffee shop… then Scott’s your man. He and his wife, Shannon, a pediatrician, have lived in San Antonio for 15 years, enjoying the explosion of excellent bars and restaurants. Along with their two sons, they frequent San Antonio’s best spots and are always up for a culinary adventure. When Scott isn’t seeking out the best new restaurant, he enjoys cooking for friends, obsessing over wine and long nights on back porches with people he loves.
BERIT MASON
Writer Berit Mason is an experienced local writer and broadcaster who most recently was a reporter/anchor for WOAI 1200 AM Radio. Berit has extensive media experience, interning at the US Supreme Court for CNN Washington, working as an assignments editor for KSAT 12 News, and writing for S.A. Scene and the San Antonio Business Journal. She was a primetime anchor for KLST Ch. 8, (CBS) in San Angelo where she was named Best Reporter Honorable Mention, Texas Association of Broadcasters, and she was a reporter/anchor for KCEN Ch. 6 (NBC) in Waco, during which time she was also selected as a German American Exchange Journalist with the RIAS Berlin Commission, traveling and reporting on German current affairs. Presently, Berit is a San Antonio freelance journalist and is also writing about her experience as a caregiver to her parents, and the challenges she faced during a difficult time.
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Graduation Gifts
Several boutiques in 78209 are the best places to find unique and beautiful gifts for graduates of any age. Consider the personalized Jon Hart collection … always a favorite. #shop09
Summer Love
Summer allows time to bond and train a new pet. Animal adoptions are nearby. Visit Animal Defense League of Texas, Paul Jolly Center for Pet Adoptions (across from the zoo).
Say Oui to Macarons
Graduations, showers, teas, Mother’s Day are all perfect times to serve macarons. Order from Café Dijon and post on our Facebook page about your event.
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Peyton Hardy Jewelry Designs created by this high school student are flying off the shelves at Penny Lane Boutique. Support her career and gift these items to others or yourself today!
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New Easy Meals
H-E-B and Central Market introduce new meal starters in the produce department. We like the Breakfast Starters. Send us your favorite on Instagram. #delicious
Artful Wednesdays
A special time each week (12-1 p.m.) for art appreciation and enrichment at the McNay Art Museum. Admission for museum members is free.
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NEW AND NOTEWORTHY IN ‘09
BY RON AARON EISENBERG
Chase to Close Alamo Heights Branch
Two years ago, JPMorgan Chase announced plans to shutter 5 percent of its 5,602 branches nationwide. But until now there had been no word on which branches might close in 78209. The answer came in a recent letter to customers who banked at the 5900 Broadway Branch letting them know that branch would be closing toward the end of June 2017. Opened in 2002, the branch was a favorite of Alamo Heights residents. But according to a local Chase Bank officer, the number of people visiting the branch had plummeted in recent years. “There are days fewer than four or five people actually go into the branch,” she told 78209 Magazine. Branch customers were directed to the Chase Branch at 4620 Broadway, the old Denny’s Restaurant location, or the 1020 NE Loop 410 Oak Park/Northwood office. A teller in the soon-to-close 5900 Broadway branch said she has talked to some unhappy customers who are sorry to see the branch close. But for employees there is good news. All of them will be offered positions in nearby Chase branches. “No one will lose their job,” the teller told 78209 Magazine. Meanwhile, Capital One Financial Corp. is closing all seven of its San Antonio-area branches in June, including the Broadway branch just outside Loop 410, adjacent to 78209. 12 | May 2017
Hasslocher Buying up Broadway Locations
After Vegeria Vegan Restaurant and the adjoining bookstore at 8407 Broadway (78209) closed a year or so ago, the property sat vacant. Now restaurateur Jimmy Hasslocher (Frontier Enterprises) told 78209 Magazine he purchased the property. The site is adjacent to a warehouse and upholstery factory at 8415 Broadway that Frontier Enterprises owns. Jim‘s Restaurant anchors the corner of Loop 410 and Broadway. There is no word on what Hasslocher plans to do with the former vegan restaurant site. When asked directly by 78209 Magazine what he envisions for the property, he simply smiled and said nothing. According to the Bexar County Appraisal District, Hasslocher and Frontier Enterprises own some 22 properties county-wide, including the headquarters at 8520 Crownhill Blvd. (78209). Many of those properties are titled to Lambeth Building Company, also located at 8520 Crownhill Blvd.
Sugarplum Dreams Only a Dream
A favorite of many new moms, family and friends looking for the perfect baby gift and more, Sugarplum Dreams recently sold off most of its inventory and closed its doors at 5934 Broadway Street #2, Alamo Heights. A sign on the door talked about re-opening in the near future, but no details were available. When it opened in 2000 in the Lincoln Heights Shopping Center, the store promised the very best selection of baby and children's items in the country. But online competition proved too difficult for Sugarplum Dreams to remain in business as a brick and mortar store. Stay tuned for news on when or if it will reopen – perhaps online.
Pediatric Dentists Moving to West Sunset
Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry plans to move into totally refurbished space at 322 W. Sunset from its current office at 8700 Crownhill. The practice was started by now retired pediatric dentist and 78209 resident Randell Whitten. Dr. Joanna Ayala is lead dentist, heading a staff of three other dentists and five dental assistants. Editor’s Note: If you know of a new development, new business, or residential community moving into or departing 78209, email us at: info@78209magazine.com so we can share that information with our readers.
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Business Profile
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‘09 ENTREPRENEURS AND PROFESSIONALS
KOKO FITCLUB
Above: Koko Fitclub co-owner Leslie Edwards at the location in The Shops at Lincoln Heights.
Taking high-tech toning to the Heights BY ERNIE ALTGELT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN WADDY
Today more than ever, ‘09ers appreciate the importance of achieving and maintaining personal physical fitness. Without it, life just can’t be lived to the fullest — no matter what ZIP code you reside in. And in pursuit of the same, many go to great lengths (and often, expense as well) to attempt to strengthen and tone what nature has bestowed. But success has not always been assured. Fortunately, in this modern world, where computers are able to assist with virtually every aspect of our well-being, attaining desired physical outcomes has gotten a lot easier. Thanks to a forward-thinking, nationally based company committed to facilitating overall health by combining digital wonderment and solid science with old-school, hands-on attention, goals are being reached and often surpassed. Called the Koko Fitclub, with an outlet conveniently located in the Lincoln Heights Shopping Center, it gives locals access 24/7 to this new, effec-
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Opposite: The Koko Fitclub Smartrainers are designed to target, tone and reshape the entire body. The machines accept a pre-programmed flash drive that guides individual users on what to do, how many times to do it and at what resistance level.
tive and very popular approach. Why, when considering proximity and the bodily benefits, Koko Fit truly has taken hightech toning to the Heights! One rep, two reps … The 78209 center was opened in 2014 by area residents Leslie and Jason Edwards, neither of whom was originally schooled in physical fitness training — she was a college-level English professor, and he has a successful career in the energy sector. Both were long-term devotees of keeping fit, however, and when they first encountered and then experienced the Koko Fit regimen, they were immediately sold on the program. As Leslie, the center’s full-time manager as well as coowner, remembers, “We were so impressed. The addition of digital technology coupled with amazing equipment, then combined with a lot of personal attention, really appealed to us. So we bought a franchise. And now we own all four Koko Fitclubs in San Antonio — this one, and others at The Dominion off
Interstate 10, on Bitters Road and on Stone Oak Parkway.” More importantly, their rapidly growing membership has also quickly developed (physically and emotionally) an excitement for this very effective program as well. As evidence, the ’09 location is now ranked No. 3 among all other Koko Fitclubs in the nation. AH’s Koko Fitclub is located in an intimate 1,900-squarefoot storefront immediately off Basse Road near Broadway. Once inside, visitors encounter a bank of impressive machinery all designed to accommodate strength training that’s able to target, tone and reshape the entire body. A proud Leslie explains, “Our exclusive (patented) all-encompassing Smartrainers® can allow for a complete top-to-bottom workout individually customized to address and/or enhance any existing physical condition. One machine does it all! As an additional bonus, because of the equipment’s effectiveness, our sessions generally run about half the time of a more traditional gym workout. With today’s busy lifestyles, that’s important.” And it really is neat technology, made more so by the fact that each machine accepts a pre-programmed flash drive that guides each individual user on what to do, where to do it, how many times to do it and at what resistance levels. Wow! But step one for all new members before mounting the machines is establishing the programming. This occurs only after an extensive evaluation by one of the staff (all of whom have been thoroughly trained up to the corporate level). Goals are discussed and physical assessments are made before any rec-
ommendations are given. After a plan is devised, as Leslie further clarifies, “Members can simply come in, plug in and start their very own personalized regimen. They will know exactly what to do.” During regular business hours, however, if help is needed or questions arise, trainers/coaches are always on hand to assist and advise. Since this is an ongoing process, at the end of each session, what the client has accomplished is recorded and then compiled with past performances that can be accessed on their own Koko Fit Web page, allowing for the continual monitoring of progress over time. Along with the physical aspects of the program, amazingly tasty and nutritious supporting dietary plans are offered, completing the overall fitness package. Lastly, beyond the cozy atmosphere, incredible equipment and other amenities, what members of the club also appreciate is the round-the-clock accessibility. Everyone receives a “key” that grants access to the premises at any time on any day. Quite simply, to the membership, Koko Fitclub is never closed. And members are always welcomed at all other Koko Fitclubs, throughout Texas and the country, an advantage when traveling. In other words, joining at one is like joining every other Koko Fitclub. Double wow! So, ‘09ers, if you’ve been meaning to tone and tune up but don’t know where (or how) to turn, and aren’t into the typical huge and impersonal gym scene, Koko Fitclub might just be for you. It’s here, high-tech and oh-sohealthy. Give me five! www.78209magazine.com | 15
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THE PEOPLE THAT MAKE ‘09 SPECIAL
NORTHWOOD’S LIZ AND BEN JACKSON
Old School/New School Couple BY ERNIE ALTGELT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN WADDY
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It’s always interesting to analyze a successful, long-term marriage. Are the participants alike, or does each contributor possess individually unique qualities that, in other circumstances, might seem at odds with the other? Well, when considering their soon-to-be celebrated 40-year union, for Liz and Ben Jackson, a little of both might just be the answer. Liz is an admired “old school” educator who’s honed time-honored teaching skills over a long, productive career by gently fostering countless young minds in neighborhood classrooms throughout 78209. Ben, on the other hand, is a proud modern-day “techie” who works his substantial magic, generally one-on-one, developing and enhancing IT systems for some of the area’s most prestigious commercial firms – definitely “new school.” Though different paths were professionally pursued outside of their cozy, well-maintained home, once back across their shared threshold, the differences seem to contribute to a “oneness” that truly is the Jackson household. For a little background, Liz grew up in Fort Worth, and thanks to her inspirational fifth-grade teacher, she always dreamed of being an educator. Ben is a fifth-generation San Antonian and consummate tinkerer who grew up in Monte Vista. Both were the children of attorney fathers and stay-at-home moms. They serendipitously met at their orientation when enrolling at Trinity University, and as Liz openly admits, “It really was love at first sight.” They quickly became an item, and after graduation four years later, happily wed and moved into their first home in Terrell Heights. After six years, the pair relocated to their current home in the Northwood neighborhood. That was 33 years ago. So let’s take a closer look at Liz. This always cheerful, communicative and energetic lady has spent the last three decades (with an 18-year break for motherhood) primarily focused on bettering the writing, reading and comprehension skills of NEISD middle-schoolers. During her teaching tenure, Liz garnered (pun
intended, she taught at Garner Middle School) the special accolade of being recognized as a Campus Teacher of the Year. She also was nominated for the prestigious Trinity Prize in Education and the H-E-B Excellence in Education awards. Beyond that, she served as president of Northwood Elementary’s Parent Teacher Association and was later lauded for her efforts with a lifetime membership in the Texas PTA. Since retiring a few years ago, Liz now has a lot of appreciated time for gardening, reading, cooking, quilting, sewing and doting on her treasured grandchildren. But she still finds time (somehow) for a little private tutoring too. Ben, surprisingly, graduated from Trinity with a degree in architectural engineering. His original intent was to get into construction and real estate, and this he did for several years. But as was mentioned, Ben was/is a tinkerer. One story that he relates: “When I was a youngster, I disassembled the front door handle and locking mechanism just to figure out how it worked.” When Mom discovered his “research,” she told the precocious boy that he better have it put back together – and working – before Mr. Jackson came home. No problem for Ben. He got everything reinstalled, oiled, and as he recalls, “It never worked better.” He’s still tinkering at home and at the office. However, it was that innate curiosity coupled with a position within USAA’s Real Estate Department that eventually led Ben permanently into the information technology field. This was in 1980, and personal computers were just coming on line. The always curious young man discovered that he loved the equipment and what it took to “make it operate.” He went on to quickly develop a passion for IT, further immersing himself in the everadvancing technology, and it wasn’t long before he landed a job within USAA’s fledgling information department. And did he
excel! Over the years, Ben was tasked with handling complicated (some might say mind-boggling) varied assignments for USAA, including the development of intricate Wide Area Network (WAN) systems. After leaving USAA, he now oversees the same areas for Wells Fargo Bank – designing, creating, managing and anything else that requires a forward-thinking, out-of-the-box approach to computer problem solution. But back to our hypothesis. What has been the magic behind the Jacksons’ amazing compatibility? When queried, Liz confesses, “I adore my computer – when it’s working. When it’s not, I’d just as soon toss it out the window.” And that’s when the unflappable (and very handy) Ben comes to the rescue. He’ll quietly and calmly sit down in front of the offending machine, and in no time, it’s working again. And Liz offers, “He’s like that when any crisis arises – mechanical or otherwise. I’m very lucky to have this incredible resource at my constant beck and call.” Ben is continually impressed by Liz’s people skills. Watching her “perform” for a group of barely focused middle-schoolers, then somehow redirect their attention to the day’s assignment, is, as he says, “awesome.” Admittedly, “I’m a lot of fun at social gatherings (just ask Liz), but at work, I’m generally dealing with small, targeted groups. Liz can take on anything and everything and the more varied, the merrier. I could never be an effective mainstream schoolteacher.” And because he’s got Liz, he thankfully doesn’t need to be. But obviously, there are many areas where the two are in perfect sync. Their mutual reliability, positive attitudes and kindness are just a few of their shared traits. And as they both agree, “We make each other look good!” Now that’s a combination – a little old school and a little new school.
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Renaissance Residence HOME PAYS HOMAGE TO PERIOD ART BY ROBYN BARNES PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON
There’s an attractive limestone-block house near the end of a venerable Terrell Hills street that would be as much at home on a ranch as it is in this quiet neighborhood. It’s the home of Wende Lancaster and her husband, Fabian Lainez — and a much-loved collection of Renaissance art. Wende and Fabian each have extensive experience dealing with European antiques. Wende had an antique shop in Alamo Heights for a number of years, and Fabian was an antique dealer in Europe before he met Wende. They hold great interest in the painting, sculpture and decorative arts from the Renaissance period. Fabian grew up in Barcelona, the son of a wood carver. The father passed on to his son an appreciation for ornate carving on chairs, table legs, cabinets and religious furnishings. Decorative cornices and other architectural ornaments caught Fabian’s eye, and he used these salvaged items to make striking furniture. He learned to paint and gild, nurturing his artistic skills. Meanwhile, back in Texas, Wende raised a family in a large Terrell Hills home and grew her antique business. Her interest in saints, angels and cherubs initiated a collection of religious statues and paintings. She sourced furnishings from vendors who traveled throughout Europe hunting for pieces Texans desired to decorate their homes. One of these vendors knew Fabian and introduced the pair. The rest is happy history. For a time, Wende and Fabian lived in her large home. With her children grown and gone, the house was too big for just two peo-
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ple. When Wende received an unexpected purchase offer, she accepted —and the pair launched a fast and furious search for their next residence. “We worked with Margaret Barnes at Corie Properties to find our new home,” Wende says. “We looked at as many homes as she could find, sometimes four to five a week. She worked tirelessly for us and found this house.” The house had sat empty for two years. It belonged to a wheelchair-bound gentleman who remodeled to meet his needs. He eventually sold it to a woman whose family decided not to use it, after all. “Apparently there were people who looked at this house, but they couldn’t see past the renovations that had been made to accommodate the wheelchair,” Wende says. “We looked at it and saw possibilities.” Wende and Fabian totally renovated the master suite and made minor changes to the kitchen. When they moved into the home, what they’d created was the perfect canvas for their art collection. Crossing the threshold, visitors are immediately struck by the natural light that filters through large windows on both sides of the house. On the right of the foyer, a 17th century tapestry depicting Alexander the Great hangs over a large French oak buffet. The antique chandelier is Portugese and originally held candles. Wende wired it for modern use. To the left of the foyer is the dining area. A big, bold Bettie Ward painting hangs on the far wall over a large buffet, where a statue of a saint takes pride of place. Fabian designed the fabulous chandelier hanging over the iron dining table, also of his design. The chandelier is fashioned of small cut pieces of iron and tin. Though it looks very heavy, Fabian says he hung it by himself. The two large gold leaf candlesticks on the table are 18th century Italian pieces,
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procured from a church sale. The eight chairs surrounding the table have their own story. The tale goes that they once belonged to rock star Carly Simon and were in her Carmel home. “A friend bought them at an auction when Carly sold the house,” Wende says. “My friend told me the tale when I bought them from her.” The dining area opens onto the living room, which features a soaring pine plank barrel ceiling. Centered in the south wall is a large sandstone fireplace, with a firebox big enough to burn large logs. Above the fireplace is a sizable reproduction of the famous painting by Johann Liss titled Judith in the Tent of Holofernes. Fabian says the original was painted in the early 1600s and now hangs in the National Gallery. This copy was painted in 1629. The painting depicts Judith, an Old Testament heroine, beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes, an enemy of the Jews. French doors flank the fireplace, opening onto a covered porch. The view through the doors is of the pool and spa placed amid lush landscaping. The kitchen is on the west side of the living area. Two ancient wooden angels are mounted on either side of the entry, over pieces of an altar Fabian sourced from a Portuguese church. “At first, we weren’t sure how we’d use these,” Wende says. “At one point, we turned them upside down and saw that they’d serve as excellent bases for the angels.” The large kitchen features a spacious square island surfaced in Calcutta marble, which seats four at bar stools on one side. The other sides have built-in drawers for storage. A screened porch, located off the kitchen, is the perfect site for an old dining table and chairs. “When the weather is nice and the mosquitoes aren’t out, it’s a nice place to eat,” Wende says. “Unfortunately the mosquitoes seem to find their way through the screens!” The foyer for the master suite is on the east side of the living area, delineated by a tapestry woven of threads in beige and teal shades. A fragment of an altar is mounted on the wall
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below the tapestry, serving as a small table. A door opens into the sitting room overlooking the pool and patio.Fabian and Wende explain that the spacious master bedroom was once several rooms. “For us, it wasn’t a sensible use of the space,” Wende recalls. The couple removed walls and built-in shelving and relocated windows, installing French doors that now open onto a small patio. The result of the remodeling project is a room filled with light and a sense of peace. The master bath is divided into two spaces. The first is Fabian’s room, where a carved wooden vanity with a marble top is positioned beneath a large gilded mirror. An open armoire contains folded fluffy white towels and other paraphernalia. A pair of four-foot candlesticks lead the eye up to the unusual chandelier. Beyond Fabian’s lavatory is Wende’s luxurious bathroom. “This room was totally remodeled,” she says. Originally it featured a large curving wall that hid a spacious roll-in shower. The couple gutted the room, installing a large glassed-in shower on one wall and a sparkling marble vanity on another. “I love a good soaking tub,” she says, indicating the deep free-standing bath on the side of the room. “Finding this house was a challenge,” Wende says, “but living in it is a dream. I’m quite the homebody now because I love it so much, and Fabian is so happy in his work. We have space to display the art and furnishings we’ve collected and enjoy daily. We feel very fortunate to live here.”
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4 STEPS FOR
BY PAMELA LUTRELL
“Life is like a teacup to be filled to the brim and enjoyed with friends.” - Author unknown
n event birthed years ago in England and meant as a quiet time of warm tea, delightful pastries and rich conversation, the tea party has held its charm over time and is celebrated by females of all ages. Throughout 78209, tea parties tend to be more common this time of year for Mother’s Day, graduations and garden party events. Party planner Amy Spears grew up attending afternoon tea literally all over the world, including, of course, the famous London Dorchester. “Women and girls love tea parties because they appeal to all of our senses,” she said. “Ladies seated around an elegant table with silver spoons and forks, lovely china cups, fresh flowers, soft music and delightful pastries and finger sandwiches – it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the ritual of tea.” Spears believes women enjoy the history that accompanies afternoon tea. “Tea is quintessentially British and is regarded as such a civilized treat that it has been identified as a drink for the aristocracy, especially since it was brought to perfection by Queen Mary,” she said. “Her Majesty insisted that everything be fully ready at Buckingham Palace precisely at 4 p.m. every day. The sandwiches, cakes, cream, a variety of teas and even the boiling water had to be presented with the utmost care and attention by white-gloved footmen.” Well, since most of us do not employ white-gloved footmen, Spears offers four steps for a successful tea party:
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1.Pick the setting purposefully. Tea parties
are not just for fancy hotels. An intimate sitting room or sun porch in the hostess’s home is a perfect place to hold a tea. Outdoors during the spring or summer mornings can provide beautiful, lush settings. No matter the room, a tea party will need flowers and plants for décor.
2. Offer a variety of teas. Spears does have her favorites with Earl Grey, Darjeeling and Jasmine.
3.Serve pretty food. It does not have to cost a fortune to present a tea, but the table setting is very important. Colorful fruits, mini-muffins or scones are lovely on a table. Hostesses can easily make their own finger sandwiches using a cookie cutter on the sandwich bread for a fun presentation. Use a tiered cake stand for the sandwich display.
4.Consider hiring a party planner. This en-
sures the hostess will completely enjoy the event. Give the planner a budget that includes the invitations, food, flowers, décor and small party favors. Then on the day of the tea, the hostess can enjoy the event along with her guests and calmly take part in the conversation around the table. Of course, Spears is happy to assist with any event. She has opened her own event-planning company, Big Heart Parties and Events, in 78209 after most recently working as the Argyle party planner. She has been in culinary schools through Europe, Thailand and Singapore. Now a breast cancer survivor, Spears celebrates life with a love for “everything pretty, elegant and well presented.” She agrees with another unknown author’s quote, “With a cup of tea in hand, anything is possible.” Note: Please see Pamela’s Picks for specific places in the area where you may find great options for a successful tea party.
Top: Colorful fruit and finger sandwhiches look great on a tiered cake stand.
Above: Party planner Amy Spears of Big Hearts Parties and Events.
Right: An intimate sitting room or sun porch in the hostess’s home is a perfect place to hold a tea.
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THE INSIDER’S GUIDE TO OUR FAVORITE FINDS IN ‘09
TEA PARTY The Perfect
This area of town is the absolute perfect place to find everything needed for a successful tea party. Whether it is for Mother’s Day, graduation, or a garden party with girlfriends, make note of what 78209 vendors have just for you.
TINY LITTLE CAKES Why make them when you can find a variety of mini-cupcakes at Bird Bakery, 5912 Broadway… and in these cute egg cartons!
SPECIALTY TEAS GALORE Every tea you could ever want for your tea party is found at H-E-B Central Market, 4821 Broadway. WHIMSICAL TO ELEGANT TEA SETS Discover tea sets for any age and every taste at Hanley Wood, 5611 Broadway. Alice in Wonderland even has her own tea set there.
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NEWS FOR THE 78209 AREA INCLUDING THE COMMUNITIES OF ALAMO HEIGHTS, TERRELL HILLS, LINCOLN HEIGHTS, TERRELL HEIGHTS, NORTHWOOD ESTATES AND OAK PARK.
TERRELL HEIGHTS RESIDENTS SEEK MORE IMPROVEMENTS BY EDMOND ORTIZ
Austin Highway has seen its share of upgrades and redevelopment in recent years. Many disputed or abandoned properties, once regular scenes of criminal activity and squatters, have been addressed either by the city or means of legal action. New apartments and retail centers, with anchor businesses such as Target, Chick-Fil-A, Lowe’s and Petco, have popped up. But incidents in the last several weeks speak to the need for continued vigilance along Austin Highway and into surrounding neighborhoods, residents said. One man died after being hit by a car while attempting to cross Austin Highway in the early morning hours of April 2. This fatality was one of five incidents involving pedestrians and vehicles along the same stretch of road since January 2016. While the April 2 incident took place north of Eisenhauer Road, area residents said public safety remains a top concern all along Austin Highway. Early on March 22, police responded to a shooting at the Stay Express Inn motel. One woman was found shot there, following an argument with a man. The woman was rushed to a hospital, where she died. Police have responded to several incidents at area motels. 28 | May 2017
Terrell Heights-area residents hope police can help to improve public safety along the Austin Highway business corridor.
“For me and other residents, that’s one of the biggest nuisance hotels. It backs right up to the neighborhood,” Jenny Heymann said of Knights Inn. Heymann is president of the Terrell Heights Neighborhood Association. “Drug deals and prostitution have been taking place there. I heard there was a police raid there, but (criminals) keep coming back.” Until its demolition by property owners earlier this year, the closed Skyline Motel had been a magnet for squatters. The Terrell Heights organization has for years been a proactive organization, covering more than 80 percent of neighborhood households. It uses social media as well as traditional communication methods to keep residents informed of happenings and issues in the area. The group has about 150 individual members and hopes to expand that number to 200 by the end of 2017. Even with their proactivity, neighborhood association members say they wish the city could do more to support efforts toward crime prevention and other enhancements in the region. “We’re proud of our association with (THNA),” said Mike Gallagher, who is stepping down as District 10 City Council member this month after not seeking re-election.
Terrell Heights Neighborhood Association has been proactive in beautifying traffic islands on local streets such as Largemont.
Gallagher said the city, with support from groups such as THNA, has made strides to reduce safety risks and increase commercial activity. He praised the late Jack Judson Jr., who presided over the Austin Highway Revitalization Project, for his group’s work. In recent weeks, THNA has also been looking forward to meeting its new San Antonio Fear Free Environment (SAFFE) officer, Chad Tudor. The previous SAFFE officer, Moses Berban, was promoted to detective. According to Heymann, THNA’s crime and safety committee has been eager to follow up on Berban’s previous idea to create a Terrell Heights decal. “The decal can help ID people who live in the neighborhood,” she added. Gallagher said the city’s Dangerous Assessment Response Team (DART), in addition to police, the fire department and code compliance, has been helpful in addressing safety issues specific to neighborhoods. “And I’ve told (Police) Chief (William) McManus we need more SAFFE officers. That’s boots on the ground. They know what’s going on in the neighborhood,” he added. Gallagher said a planned direct intersection at Austin Highway and Harry Wurzbach should improve mobility and safety there. He expects work to begin within the next two years. There are also ongoing concerns about speeding and needed repairs on sidewalks. “We got the city to install speed trailers on some roads here because we’ve had some speeders and cut-through drivers,” Heymann said. Aside from public security, THNA has quality-of-life committees The beautification committee led the effort to clean up and landscape traffic islands in the neighborhood. The committee also partnered with the city of San Antonio to give away 75 five-gallon trees to attendees of the association’s annual picnic on April 8. The same committee is partnering with Mount Calvary Lutheran Church to host a community cleanup with volunteer residents June 9 and 10. Terrell Heights residents have banded together to create and grow a community garden with help from the Green Spaces Alliance of San Antonio. The neighborhood gardeners also hold workshops for neighbors on subjects such as growing fruit trees, seasonal planting and organic fertilizers. “This is all being done to make the neighborhood even more desirable,” said Heymann.
Neighborhood News
The University of the Incarnate Word Cardinal Chorale took part in a March 17 show at New York City’s Lincoln Center. Photo courtesy/UIW
UIW chorale performs in New York City
The University of the Incarnate Word Cardinal Chorale was invited to take part in a March 17 concert at New York City’s Lincoln Center. The performance was part of Vocal Colors, a presentation by Distinguished Concerts International-New York. The Cardinal Chorale performed a variety of pieces, including a South African prayer for peace, a drum dance from the country Georgia, and El Guyaboso, an Afro-Cuban tune. New York Concert Review praised the Cardinal Chorale’s performance: “This choir has great virtuosity, beautiful sound and rhythmic precision; all their music was memorized (by the conductor as well), and they sang nearly completely a cappella (one viola obbligato), that is, every sound was made by the human voice.”
Spirit of Brackenridge returns
The Brackenridge Park Conservancy will present its third annual Spirit of Brackenridge at 6 p.m. May 12 near the San Antonio Zoo. The event is a fundraiser for the conservancy, a nonprofit that advocates for preservation, maintenance and improvements around the park. Attendees are encouraged to kick off festivities by boarding the zoo’s Eagle Train for a tour of Brackenridge Park. There will be brief stops along the way, complete with complimentary craft cocktails and live music. The evening culminates at the Sunken Garden Theater, where guests may enjoy more music, cocktails and a dinner menu created by noted local chef Jason Dady. Supporters for Brackenridge Park hope to raise awareness for the park. The city has completed a long-range master plan 30 | May 2017
for the 300-acre-plus park. Also, the city’s proposed $850 million bond includes money for improvements for the park. Voters will consider the multi-proposition bond May 6. For details, visit www.brackenridgepark.org.
AHISD revises rules following cheating scandal
Alamo Heights Independent School District officials said they are empowering teachers to report incidents of cheating or plagiarism. This follows an incident where more than 100 students were caught last November cheating or plagiarizing. According to news reports, district leaders said many teachers feared they had little or no power to be involved in effective consequences for students violating academic integrity rules. Currently, district guidelines stipulate a blend of teacherprovided consequences and a 15-day suspension from extracurriculars for students caught cheating or plagiarizing. The new rules will become effective this fall; teachers will be able to select from an offering of classroomcentric consequences for such students. Consequences for first-time offenders range from redoing an assignment for partial credit, losing credit or receiving a lower grade. Second-time offenders would be offered any of those options. Additionally, the teacher would alert campus honor societies of their student’s action and/or provide a lower conduct grade. According to media accounts, the district’s education advisory council crafted a subcommittee to form new guidelines with teachers, coaches, students and administrators to craft the revamped guidelines.
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Schools THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS OF ‘09
ACADEMICS // BAND // A
THLETICS // MERIT // ATHLETICS
78209 FROM ACADEMICS TO ATHLETICS ... SCHOOL SPIRIT TO AWARDS OF MERIT, WE HAVE IT COVERED.
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MacArthur Student Speaks at Mayor’s State of the City Luncheon
MacArthur High School student Analisa Pompa was invited to attend the 2017 United State of the City with Mayor Ivy Taylor on Wednesday, April 19. This event is one of the city’s most popular annual events, where Mayor Taylor shares her accomplishments, future plans, and stories about the people who make San Antonio “A City with Heart.” Pompa was personally selected by Mayor Taylor after the mayor watched a news story about the Mac student and her grab-and-go breakfast cart on campus. She was so impressed by Pompa that she asked if she could introduce her at the event. “I am elated,” said Pompa. “It is such an honor to have been selected to introduce the Mayor and tell the community about the great things we are doing at MacArthur.” Thanks to this health-conscious senior, rushed MacArthur students get an extra boost of energy in the morning. MacArthur has been testing out a “Grab-and-Go Breakfast Cart” on campus to make it easier for students to fit in a quick meal before class. Students can choose entrées like mini pancakes, sausage and biscuits, yogurt, muffins and cereal along with fresh fruit and milk. Pompa graduates this month with a Summa Cum Laude degree from MacArthur. She aims to further sharpen her leadership qualities in college, as she looks forward to earning a degree in neuroscience.
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On the court, sophomores Zion Guevara and Patrick Bowen prepare to return a shot. “I enjoyed being able to play tennis with my friends,” Guevara said. The Mules practiced at the Robbins Tennis Center. Photo by Olivia Krick
Alamo Heights Dominating Spring SeasonTennis
By Daniel Macias And Hunter Farrimond The 2017 tennis spring season officially began in February and both boys and girl’s teams look to dominate their seasons and advance to state. Coming off a strong 2016 campaign, there is a lot to live up to for the 2017 teams. However, both teams have strong members to help the transition from last year go as smoothly as possible. “After training through a long and hard off season, I think we are ready,” senior Ramsey Robinson said. The girl’s team, led by freshman Fiona Crawley, senior Brittney Wilbur and junior Emma Reeves, look to win most of their matches and tournaments. Wilbur, who recently signed to play college tennis at Wofford University, looks to lead the girls. Especially after a strong performance in their first tournament, the season looks very bright. “We are a young team this year,” Wilbur said. “But we have a ton of talent to make up for that.” The boy’s team, led by senior James Taylor, junior Campbell Erwin and junior Will Walsh, all look to have an extremely successful season. Taylor, looking to end his senior year strong, will push his teammates to make sure his senior season is one to remember. Poised for a big run, the boys and the girls need all the support they can get. “We lost some seniors from last year,” Taylor said. “But we should still have a lot of success in state this year.” 34 | May 2017
Top: Diving at the district swim meet, senior Sine Scribbick performs a complicated trick. Scribbick won girl diver of the year at the regional meet. Photo by: Liam Lockhart
Above: Running down the field, junior Dawson Brinkley, senior Cali Love and senior Ashleigh Hernandez work to get control of the ball. Photo by Mia McFarland
Schools
St. Luke’s Episcopal School Students Bring Home Awards in Robotics and Speech Tournaments
The St. Luke’s Robotics Team met with great success at UTSA’s recent G.E.A.R. (Get Excited About Robotics) Competition. The team of six SLES middle school students—five of whom are new to robotics this year—walked away with the programming award and fourth place for overall performance among middle school competitors from all over greater San Antonio. This year’s theme was “Flippin’ Out,” and the task was to design a robot that could pick up and deliver food items to fill four different trays at a restaurant. The group only had six weeks to prepare for the tournament. “The students worked tirelessly, pushing themselves to be better and better each day,” commented Suzanne Parker, the St. Luke’s STEM department chair and robotics advisor. “They had fun but were unwavering in their focus.” The robotics elective is in its second year at St. Luke’s, added to the curriculum when the school built a state-of-the-art lab in the fall of 2015. The team’s post-competition project will be building and programming a robot to deliver candy to classmates! Just a few weeks earlier, an even smaller team of four SLES middle school students earned third place in the local Shamrock Invitational Speech Tournament. The group of three 6th graders and one 8th grader had strong individual placing in categories including impromptu speaking, monologue, and po36 | May 2017
Above: St Luke’s Robotics Team at the UTSA GEAR competition.
Above right: students from St Luke’s shamrock invitational speech tournament.
etry. The students prepared entirely on their own and were the smallest team in the competition. “I was very proud of our kids. This was their first competition, and they handled it like pros,” reported Chris Duke, St. Luke’s communication and literacy chair. St. Luke’s has a well-developed declamation program, and students begin honing their public speaking skills in 1st grade.
St. Luke’s Teacher Chosen for Columbia University Summer Institute
St. Luke’s Episcopal School middle school math teacher Sarita Burns has been chosen for Columbia University's highly selective Klingenstein Center Summer Institute. Ms. Burns was selected from among hundreds of applicants and will be joining 74 fellow early career teachers from around the world as they explore teaching styles, educational philosophies, and educational issues. The two-week, fully funded seminar will encompass interactive lectures, workshops, and curriculum groups led by Columbia University professors, nationally renowned educators, and guest authors. In addition, Ms. Burns will earn graduate credits from the prestigious Columbia Teachers College.
Running in the 4x200 meter relay, freshman Mac Flinn and sophomore Reed Andersen hand the baton to each other. Photo by Allie Spies
Track Teams Working Hard By Brandon Johnson
When spring arrives, so does the beginning of track and field. “Track is my favorite sport by far,” junior Auburn Lucas said. “I like it because you can compete in so many different events and see people try their hardest.” There are 23 events in which 50 AH athletes participate. Many compete in multiple events. “Running and jumping in multiple events is really fun and challenging,” sophomore Nik Proctor said. “But at the end of a meet I’m really tired.” Before and after school almost every day, head coach Randy Osborne leads the boys and head coach Brian Rickets leads the girls. The coaches give the athletes a specific workout that they want them to complete, and the workouts usually concentrate on areas in which the respective athletes need to improve. “Practicing isn’t very much fun, but I get to see all my friends and practice with them,” junior Kamilla Moreno said. “And I know I can’t get any better if I don’t practice.” The Mules have competed in four meets and have finished first in the Southside Meet. The meets are scored by a points system. For example, each race is in heats, and the fastest time out of all the heats gets the points. “It was really cool getting first in the Southside Meet,” sophomore Noble Gilmour said. “It’s good that we got rewarded for all the hard work we’ve been putting in this year.” The Mules want to continue their success in the next couple of meets and work toward another championship. “I’m really excited about this track season,” freshman Barrett Miller said. “I feel like we could make something happen.” www.78209magazine.com | 37
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Elective Course Teaches Valuable Life Lessons - Students Prepare For Future In Food Science
Working as a group, seniors Hailey Prichard, Kaycee Masker and Alexis Belcher perform a smell test. “I liked food science because it was so much more than just making food,” Prichard said. Food science students sometimes cook multiple times a week, but other weeks they don’t cook at all. Photo by Katie Dubrof
The high school has always offered a wide variety of elective classes. Food science is one of the most unusual courses that students have the option to take. Emily Brand teaches the class, and —it’s the only class that involves anything from biscuits and gravy to gummy bears. While many people think that food science consists only of hands-on food prep, the majority of the class is actually spent in the classroom, where students learn the science behind the food they’re exploring. “Mrs. Brand is the best food science teacher,” senior Sophie LePere said. “She’s so nice and she cares about everything from safety to nutrition.” Actual cooking takes place roughly every other week. During this time, students are expected to follow basic kitchen etiquette, like using good behavior and following the recipe or the teacher’s instructions. Another thing that students always do while cooking is to keep their area clean during and after the process. “There are thousands of rules in the kitchen,” senior Ryan Rodgers said. “It’s important to be smart so that you don’t
make a mess, cause an accident or prepare the food incorrectly.” Many food science students have learned that the key to being a good cook is to understand how certain ingredients
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Putting pepperoni on dough, senior Gabriel Cervantes, junior Luke Keene and senior Guayo Gamboa make pizza rolls. “They were very easy to make and really good,” Cervantes said. The only nutrition class was taught during third period. Photo by Natalie Khoury
influence food. By learning the chemical and physical properties of specific foods, students are able to gain refined knowledge of the art of cooking. Another interesting thing that food science covers is which foods can lead to food poisoning and how to avoid this issue. Additionally, students are taught what makes some food healthy and others not so much. Being conscious of the nutritional value behind all meals they prepare is a key part of the class. High school is a great time to be immersed in the science of smart eating. “Food science taught me how not to rely on TV dinners,” junior Sumrith Ray said. “There aren’t many courses out there that make such an impact on my daily life.” Food science seniors have learned that they took this class at the perfect time, just before they will be forced to come up with daily meals on their own. But there is no reason why a student who isn’t a senior shouldn’t take the class if they have the opportunity. The course is available for every student — freshmen, sophomores and juniors included. Regardless of age, the recipes and techniques can be translated to the home. Whether students replicate a meal they created one day in class or simply use their knowledge of ingredients to create another yummy meal, the food science course is bound to improve athome cooking skills. It also encourages students to take the initiative to cook their own food more often, which is a gift to their family. “Recently, I made my parents salmon,” junior Shyanna Esquivel said. “I learned how to flavor it in nutrition class.” It’s clear that food science makes a big impression on students both in and out of the class. Besides, how many classes not only allow but also encourage eating food? This class is a great endeavor for students who love to cook or even those who just love to eat. Students with a culinary interest should consider food science for next year’s courses. By the end, they will come out with better knowledge of both nutrition and cooking, and how these things impact both body and life in general. “Food science is a phenomenal class and is incredibly rewarding in both talent and heart,” senior Allie Shub said. “I think everyone should take the class.” www.78209magazine.com | 39
Putting Knowledge To Test With Exams Students Gear Up For Advanced Placement Weeks By Estee Steves
Students of all grades, who participate in AP classes have the opportunity to earn college credits during the second-semester AP tests. With AP and Pre-AP classes beginning freshman year, students learn college course material prepared by the AP College Board to ready themselves for the national testing weeks. Advanced Placement (AP) teachers give students the chance to broaden their knowledge on college curriculums and to get ahead on college hours. “AP testing is stressful but worth the college credit,” senior Sine Scribbick said. “I will be happy in May when it is over.” Students began online registration for the exams as early as March 11 and continued until March 23 through the PTSO link on the high school’s website. Also, students ordered the exams through the school’s guidance office, March 20-23.The cost for each exam is $96, and students must attend a mandatory pre-administration session to fill out bubbling sheets.“It’s encouraging to know I may be able to get college credit if I do well on my AP tests,” senior Paige Johnson said. “This gives me more motivation to study for them.” The high school’s AP testing dates are May 1-5 and 8-12. There are two exams every day, one at 8 a.m. and the next at 12 p.m. Students should arrive 15 minutes before each exam. All exams will take place in the Sky Gym, where pencils, pens and calculators (if needed) will be provided. “I enjoy taking AP classes, and because of that, I feel very prepared,” junior Matthew Pisano said. “I am taking four AP exams this year.” AP teachers supervise students throughout the four-hour tests. Hourly reminders will be given to the students so that they know the time remaining in the test. Sitting in alphabetical order, students will be allowed to read a book and sit there quietly till all other students are finished. No cellphones or technological devices are allowed in the tests. “AP exams help admissions gauge if you are ready for college work and if you can earn college credits,” history teacher Stephen Tucker said. “These credits earned at the high school level can be financially beneficial for you and your family.”
A.P. TESTING SCHEDULE
May 1: Chemistry at 8am and Psychology at noon May 2: Spanish Language and Computer Science at 8am May 3: English Literature and Composition at 8am May 4: US Government and Politics at 8am May 5: United States History and Studio Arts at 8am May 8: Biology and Music Theory at 8am and Physics C: Mechanics at noon, Physics C: E&M at 2pm May 9: AB Calculus and BC Calculus at 8am, Spanish Literature and French Language and Culture at noon. May 10: English Language and Composition at 8am May 11: World History at 8am and Statistics at noon May 12: Human Geography and Microeconomics at 8am and Latin at noon 40 | May 2017
On the tee box, junior Bryce Berlint hits as seniors Mac Meissner and Sam Berryman watch the shot. “When your hit was solid, it was a really good feeling,” Berlint said. The team practiced at the San Antonio Country Club during the week. Photo by Kelly Clifton
Mules Golf Shoots For State Seniors Dominating Spring Play On Courses By Jeremy Wasson
The Mules Golf Team has had a great beginning for their season, and they are looking forward to district, regional and, perhaps, state. Senior Mac Meissner is looking to take his third individual district title, while seniors Thomas Fitch, Sam Berryman and Jack Callahan aim to lead the way to the team district title. “We are all looking forward to the district tournament and have been training hard,” Fitch said. “We all believe we can keep our win streak alive.” The Mules have been focused and training every day under head coach Danny Hayes. They start the week by hitting balls at The First Tee on Monday. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the team goes to the San Antonio Country Club to play practice rounds. The Mules then have tournaments on Thursdays and Fridays. On Feb. 24-25 the Mules placed first at the Concan Tournament. The team won by 19 shots, and Meissner won individual by 12 shots. “Watching members of our team is fun when we are playing so well,” Callahan said. “I have been really impressed by all of us.” On Mar. 23, they traveled to the Golf Club of Texas for a district preview tournament. Meissner shot a school record score of 64 during the first 18 holes and a 67 during the second 18 holes for a combined 13 under. The next tournament was for the district title on April 3- 4, also held at the Golf Club of Texas. The Mules then got almost a month off with the regional tournament being on April 24-25 at the same location. “Shooting such a good score on the course where we will have district and regionals really boosts my confidence,” Meissner said. “It looks like we could be going all the way this year.”
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ADVICE FOR PET OWNERS FROM AN ‘09 PET
Natural FLEA TREATMENTS By BERIT MASON
Flea Away's Diatomaceous Earth is used in the industry to repel bugs … and now people are using the organic product to repel fleas and ticks. Pet Wants Mosquito, Flea and Tick Repellent along with Pet Wants Skin Spray uses only plants and herbs found in nature to help Fido and Fluffy stay flea free.
Wondercide was featured on Shark Tank. It uses all natural ingredients like cedar to repel and kill fleas and ticks. And, yes, they got a deal.
Flea and tick season will soon be in overdrive, but today's pet owners often seek natural solutions to keeping Fido and Fluffy comfortable and flea free. One young '09 entrepreneur is Julia Gonzalez, who just opened Pet Wants, next door to Cappy's. She sells only organic pet foods and products, catering to increasingly concerned pet owners who worry about what goes into their pets’ food and medicine. "Our foods are high in nutrients so they nourish the skin, and along with the anti-itch skin cream we sell, the combination helps dogs avoid a strong medication," she says. Gonzalez switched from chemical treatments after her schnauzer, Casper, then 7, suffered seizures following an application of a chemical topical flea treatment. "I think we're coming into a new era where it's acceptable to give your animals only natural products versus the chemicals," she says. Her Pet Wants Mosquito, Flea and Tick Repellent uses natural oils, among them lavender. With all-natural products, owners must apply them more generously and more often, she advises. '09 dog owner Keith says his wife makes an essential oils mix. He said, "We put cedar and lavender on the paws, and we also use Wondercide Brisket. Our rat terrier has a kidney 42 | May 2017
condition so we don't give him oral medications. My primary concerns are the long-term effects of being on medication." Mike's Dog Shop at Sunset Ridge sells organic natural flea and tick treatments that Tina Kuykendall says sell very well. “We sell a lot of the cedar oil flea and tick treatment. One has a rosemary scent, but the predominant odor you will have is cedar oil. One is lemongrass," she says. She explains that it is like repelling moths from your wool coat, that cedar repels fleas from pets’ furry coats. Other treatments are Flea Away, which comes in brewer's yeast tablets that fleas find so disgusting that they stay away from dogs, and Flea Away's topical Diatomaceous Earth. "Diatomaceous Earth is used in industry. For anything with an exoskeleton, it covers them, drowns them, and they can't breathe. It's edible, it's very safe, and some people put it on the bedding and on the dog," says Kuykendall. "But with any natural product, you have to keep applying it. So we recommend you treat fleas on several fronts — shampooing, treating bedding, using cedar oil." Lana Perkins, walking her pet at '09's Bark Park dog park, says she is partial to products like Diatomaceous Earth because of its organic nature. "I don't want to put poisons on my dog's
Julia Gonzalez is co-owner of Pet Wants in Alamo Heights, selling all natural foods and flea and tick sprays, which she uses for her pets.
skin because I don't know how she might react. Zoey is a mix. I will probably ask the vet for a natural thing from him. But sometimes natural remedies aren't strong enough and don't work well," she says. "I've used a well-known topical flea treatment and have had no problem. I wash them at least every two weeks with dish liquid," says Bob Schumacher, on his routine four-dog walk. Susan Bovenzi just moved here with Nellie, a black Lab, and has not yet suffered a San Antonio summer flea battle. "I used a popular topical, and she was very lethargic and was not herself. But I would be very interested in an organic product to use on her," says Bovenzi. "I didn't know that there were organic products." Dr. Pat Richardson of Broadway Oaks Animal Hospital does remind patients about possible side effects on some dogs such as vomiting, lethargy, lack of appetite and seizures from chemical flea and tick treatments from some of the drugs he prescribes. "With the millions of doses of these drugs being given, because it's a drug, you are going to have a certain percentage of adverse effects. But if you don't treat fleas, dogs run the risk of developing flea anemia. I'm not crazy about combining heartworm medicine and flea medicine ‌ that's trying to do too much," he says. "If your dog shows ANY signs of abnormal behavior after taking a chemically based flea and tick medication, contact your vet right away. If your dog is going to have a problem, usually it's going to be after the first dose and after a couple of days." He adds the yard and the house also have to be treated because if the dog is clean, after one roll in the grass he's infected all over again. Until next month! Roxie
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In The Loop 78209 MAGAZINE
‘09 SOCIETY AND EVENTS By LESLIE FOLEY
Hospice Annual Luncheon
Susan Edwards, Lori Wright and Karen Heintz
Friends of Hospice San Antonio, Inc., hosted its annual Valentine Luncheon at the San Antonio Country Club. More than 300 guests dressed in red and pink to celebrate and raise funds for this worthy cause. John Strand played the harp and serenaded guests as they arrived and placed bids at the auction tables. The main dining room was dressed in red too — white tablecloths with red napkins and red floral centerpieces with red hearts peeking through. Co-chairs Jane Crump and Judy Clifton, along with committee members Cynthia Duvall, Lois Armor, Patti King, Donna Vaughan, Nancy McHugh, Barbara Williams, Jackie Raney, Barbara Winship, Betty Ferrell, Mary Denny, Carolyn Tolar, Helen Bryan, Sally Ball and Mary Ann Franzke put on a fabulous luncheon. Julian Gold provided fashions, and several club members modeled, including Heather Finkel, Judy Glotfelty, Kelli Grant, Orbilia Hayes and daughter Jackie Ko44 | May 2017
rcher, Heather Martin, Sandee Bryan Marion, LouAnn Noll, Carol O’ Brien, Mary Overstreet, Bonnie Reed and Laura Watts. Bill Crump and Wayne Noll served as escorts. Among those enjoying the fashions were Jan Davis, Jan Fischer, Minnette Buzzini, Rose Marie Banack, Irene Shaw, Shirley Crews, Judy Burnside, Veronica Boldt, Becky Ownby Smith, Shirley Bryan, Yeola Mitchell, Frances Beauchamp, Joan Woodley, Anne Ownby, Karen Heintz, Shelly Harrell, Beverly Purcell-Guerra, Lois Jones, Susie Martin, Linda Hammond, Susan Edwards and Lori Wright. Proceeds support the mission to increase community awareness and understanding of hospice and to raise funds in support of patients and their families in end-of-life-care. The 2017 Valentine Luncheon provides funds for uninsured patients of CHRISTUS VNA Hospice and Palliative Care. Friends of Hospice is celebrating 25 years of helping to ensure that no one is denied care because of inability to pay. It has raised over $4 million and in 2015-16 contributed $201,600 for end-of-life care. Their other major fundraiser is the annual Poinsettia Ball held in December.
Door decorated for the Valentine’s Day luncheon for the Military-Civilian Club
Party Perfect!
And speaking of hearts, pink, red and Valentine’s Day, Debbie McDonald and Cyndee Dubinski hosted a Valentine’s Day luncheon for 16 women from Military-Civilian Club. Members were greeted as they entered the house. Feather, Fluff & Flings, a seasonal decorating and eventplanning business run by Cheri Stith and Jamie Weyand, outdid itself in decorating the entryway. The event was held at Debbie’s beautifully decorated home in Lincoln Heights with a wonderful meal of tomato basil soup, smoked salmon over Caesar salad and chocolate-dipped strawberries, Hershey’s kisses and cake balls decorated with x’s and o’s. We started the luncheon with raspberry prosecco fizz cocktails, a Valentine’s icebreaker, followed by a delicious lunch. Among those in attendance were Mertie Wood, Tenchita Flores, Melinda Biggs, Barbara Zars, Sudie Holshouser, Joanne Holshouser, Lupita Medina, Terri Walsh, Caro Canales, Jeanette Rowden, Cindy Naething, Kathy Finley and me. Lovely luncheon, ladies!
Springtime in the City
America the Beautiful is the theme for the annual San Antonio Garden Center Flower Show — a fitting theme paying tribute to our armed forces the weekend before Memorial Day. For more information on exhibiting or viewing, visit www.SanAntonioGardenCenter.org or call 210-824-9981. The show will take place May 20-21. Chairman Judith Boeckner selected the patriotic theme to pay tribute to the armed forces, and each design will be an interpretation of one of the stanzas in America the Beautiful. It’s also time to check out spring fashions: Reserve your seat at the Spring Catered Luncheon and Style Show benefiting San Antonio Garden Center Scholarship Fund on May 31. Garden Center members will model fashions from Chico’s as guests enjoy entertainment provided by jazz key-
Andrea and Luke Holland, Martini chair
boardist Claudette and American Swing Dance Revival. The Garden Center will award two scholarships to San Antonio area students majoring in horticulture or landscaping at Texas A&M University and Palo Alto College. For reservations go to Rhonda@sanantonioGardenCenter.org or call 210824-9981. .
Martini Time
You have probably heard of the Martini Party; after all, it’s been around for 54 years. The event is hosted by the San Antonio Martini Foundation & Trust. There are 30 directors at any given time, and once you’re voted in, that’s for a lifetime. To become a member, you must be proposed, endorsed and voted in to gain membership and to be one of the directors. The club supports Boysville. The Martini Party is all about having fun; members and guests enjoy the evening, entertainment and libations. Chairman Luke Holland, a nine-year member, chaired the party for the fourth time. The event was held at La Villita Assembly Building in mid-March with an attendance of 2,000-plus guests. Directors include chair Luke Holland, director emeritus; Larry Van Horn, Matias Allende, Taylor Allen, Gair Allie, Jr., Adam Buck, Jarod Cain, Miles Donnelly, Dr. John Edwards, Woody Graham, Dr. Brian Harle, Jim Hollerbach, Dr. Chris Labrie, Rafael Luebbert, Tristan Maldonado, Joe McClaran, Ron Ripps, Jason Ritterbusch, Charles Rubiola, Dean Salyer, Dr. Robert Schnitzler, Chip Simmonds, Bubba Storbeck, Stewart Wedge, Dr. Lin Weems, Travis Weems and Daryl Zumwalt. A few guests included Luke’s wife, Andrea Holland; Ty Sheehan, Whitney Owens, Grace Boudewyns, Pilar Gonzalez, Margaux Gonzalez Huckabay, Paige Berry, Kim Biffle, Matt Baillio, Erika Gloria Baillio, Alyssa Jane Long, Jay Greathouse, Ryan Cox, Marissa Cox, Lindsey Spillman, Amber Thomas and Sloan Thomas. www.78209magazine.com | 45
Springtime Splendor in the French Quarter
Co-chairs Carla Brozovich and Emilie Petty with board chair Suzanne Goudge
The DoSeum Turns 2
The DoSeum Museum for kids celebrated with a birthday bash for adults only. Kerri and Rusty Hoermann, JJ and Tracee Feik, John and Rita Feik, Heather de Rojas, Mark and Amy Garcia, Karen and Ron Herrmann and co-chairs Emilie Petty and Carla Brozovich were entertained by the mariachi band during the cocktail hour, which was held outside of the museum. Board chair Suzanne Goudge and husband Jimmy, Chad and Tinsley Smith, Jimmy and Caroline Barnes, John and Maranda Kirk, Walter and Nel Belt, Kim Lewis, Will and Sarah Caruth, Cliff and Vanessa Hurd, Mark and Lauren Pepping, Bryan and Whitney Schones, Doreen Moore, Sergio and Ana Leah Montemayor and Brad and Katie Knolle enjoyed photo fun, fashion sketches and appetizers before heading indoors to dine. John and Kristin Kellum, Kerr and Sara Hager, Trey and Lynnette Embrey and Jeremy and Caroline Barnes enjoyed the catered dinner by Rosemary’s Catering, Saks Fifth Avenue party favors, dark chocolate cake pops with gold glitter and funfetti cake with gold leaf frosting and a glass of bubbly. Following the dinner hour, Jimmy and Fran McCloskey, Dr. Diana Oxford, Angelica Palm, J.B. Richter, Jacob and Hayley Shalley and Mark and Bonnie Muecke were among those treated to 5150 Productions DJ’d After Party with dancing and specialty treats by Bird Bakery and Cupcake Couture; Kahlua milkshakes and tater tots provided by Cheesy Jane’s, pastel meringues from Bakery Lorraine and Crunch bars and ice cream cones. What a delicious birthday bash celebrating 2! 46 | May 2017
The San Antonio Gardenia and Musical Club hosted its annual luncheon at Oak Hills Country Club featuring fashions by Julian Gold. This year’s theme featured French touches in the menu (upon entering the club, guests were greeted with a French 75 Champagne cocktail), and décor and gardenias were set at each place setting. Past presidents in attendance included DeeAnn Simpson, Liz Jauer, Joan Gaither, Carolina Canales, Mertie Wood, Veronica Boldt and Rose Marie Banack. The club was founded by Mrs. E.M. (Thelma R.) Stevens and organized in 1960. Its main objective is to further interest in the fine arts and promote friendships within the membership. Beginning in 1970, the Queen’s Coronation has been held each year in May or early June. The club also presents scholarships every year to students in the fine arts. The club has always participated in the Texas Cavaliers’ Fiesta River Parade and in the annual Holiday River Parade and has become known throughout the city for exceptional floats. And, yes, I agree, they are festive and fun! Models sashayed down the runway to showcase spring fashions. They included Pam Gilbert, Beverly Purcell-Guerra, Laura Humphries, Courtney Schultz, Lisa Astorga-Watel owner of Bite Restaurant in Southtown, and Orbilia Hayes and daughter Jackie Korcher (these two beauties also modeled for the Hospice Valentine luncheon). Club president Siobhain Buckley — you know the one, the redheaded weather gal at News 4 San Antonio — introduced luncheon chairs Carroll Dorsey Walker and Sharron Batchelor, who outdid themselves with close to 250 guests in attendance. Other attendees included Anne Gamboa, Suzanne Simpson, Dr. Nora Walker (Gardenia Queen Natalie Curran’s mom), Britt Kleberg – winner of a few raffle prizes, Mary Bet Budenholzer, Mary Ann Franzke, Jan Briley, Kathleen Mayes, Denise DeGeare, Tricia Steves, Lulu Zertuche, Angela Troilo, Lori Wright, Debbie Flume, Patty Hayes, Melissa Rubiola, Dorothy Basso, Andrera Olson, Linda Kay Bowman, Dr. Dale Wood, Skinner Simpson, Claire Reynolds, Roslyn Casey, Robbie Casey (winner of a trip to New Orleans), Vivian Vance, Clarice Satel, Olive Ann Kleberg, Julian Gold’s Bob Gurwitz and James Glover, Tenchita Flores, newly married Ursula Pari, Loretta Patterson, Carole Thompson, Paula Johnson, Anita Taylor, Melinda Schultz, Barbara Zars, Margie Klesse, Ginger Lord, Mary Ann Stumberg, Camille Magness and Cindy Comfort. Ç'est Magnifique!
Charity League oficers: Suzanne Simpson (VP of Ticktockers), Elizabeth Boddy (VP of philanthropy), Chaney Stuart (secretary), Heather Monroe (president), Amy White (treasurer), Elizabeth Cox (president-elect/VP of communications), Amy Case (treasurer) and Jodi Wood (VP of patroness activities) Kelly Anderson, not pictured, is Parliamentarian.
Charity Leagues New Chapter
The new chapter of the National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) in Alamo Heights has completed it first year with full classes meeting a great need in the area. NCL, Inc. is a group of mothers and daughters serving the community by volunteering at local organizations. Girls learn parliamentary procedure, how to carry out an official meeting, and how to handle assigned duties for the chapter. The first year ended with the Mariposa Tea for the young ladies and adults.
Eating Healthy!
Adelante Too Pop-Up Shop
There’s a new pop-up shop next to Adelante Boutique at the Pearl. Whether it's Havaianas flip- flops, whimsical pool floats, bikinis, beach wear or beach bags you're after, you can find it here through the end of May. Offering caftans, sun hats, hammock chairs, Supergoop sunscreen and products, jewelry and TOMS sunnies eyewear, this pop-up is stocked and ready for some serious summer fun. Call 210-826-6770 for details.
A VIP reception was held in celebration of the grand opening of the new Natural Grocers store in Alamo Heights. The store is located at 6514 N. New Braunfels Ave. Guests enjoyed a menu of culinary treats featuring organic fruits and vegetables, naturally raised meats and high-quality vegan alternatives. Founded in Colorado in 1955 by Margaret and Philip Isely, Natural Grocers was built on the premise that consumers should have access to affordable high-quality foods and dietary supplements, along with nutrition knowledge to help them support their own health. The family-run store has since grown into a successful national chain with locations across 19 states. www.78209magazine.com | 47
Community Calendar MEETINGS FOR 78209 COMMUNITIES
May 1 ALAMO HEIGHTS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 5:30-8pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov May 2 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org May 2 ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING 7pm Earl Abel’s Restaurant 1201 Austin Hwy San Antonio, TX 78209 May 3 ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON 11:30am Meet & Greet 12pm Guest Speaker Paesano’s Lincoln Heights 555 E. Basse Rd. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightschamber.org
Glorifying God and sharing the teachings of Jesus Christ we build a community of hope and wholeness through worship education, service and fellowship.
Celebrating 102 years in Alamo Heights
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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May 3 ALAMO HEIGHTS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 5:30–8pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov May 8 NEISD BOARD MEETING 5:30pm 8961 Tesoro Dr. San Antonio, TX 78217 neisd.net Meeting is open to the public. May 8 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5:30–9pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public. May 9 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org May 15 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5-6pm 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 terrell-hill.com Meeting is open to the public. May 16 ALAMO HEIGHTS ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
5:30-8pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public. May 16 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org May 16 ALAMO HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB MEETING 7pm Earl Abel’s Restaurant 1201 Austin Hwy San Antonio, TX 78209 May 18 ALAMO HEIGHTS BOARD OF TRUSTEES 7pm 7101 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 ahisd.net Meeting is open to the public. May 22 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5:30 – 9pm 6116 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.org Meeting is open to the public. May 23 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org May 30 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY MEETING 12pm The Petroleum Club on the 7th Floor 8620 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 ahrotary.org IMPORTANT NUMBERS: City of Alamo Heights: Fire/EMS (Non-Emergency) 210-824-1281 Police (Non-Emergency) 210-822-3321 Police Administration Office 210-822-6433 Taxes 210-882-1503 Water 210-882-1507 Court Clerk 210-882-1501 Public Works (includes solid waste, brush, recycling, streets, etc.) 210-882-1518 Planning and Development Services (permits and inspections) 210-826-0516
City of Terrell Hills: City Administration Offices 210-824-7401 Non-Emergency Dispatch (Police/EMS/Fire) 210-824-1009
Community Leader DEDICATED TO PUBLIC SERVICE
POLICE CAPTAIN RUDY GARZA By RON AARON EISENBERG
To watch Bexar County police captain Rudy Garza direct traffic at Ogden Lane and Townsend Avenue, adjacent to Cambridge Elementary School, is mesmerizing. It resembles a carefully choreographed dance between human and cars and trucks. With one eye on vehicles and the other on students heading to or from school, Garza’s focus is riveted on protecting the children from danger. And he’s been doing it for a long time — more than 22 of his 23 years in law enforcement. It’s truly a labor of love. “I don’t do it for the money,” Garza told 78209 Magazine. “I do it for the kids.” In fact, he said, “I thought about giving it up a year or so ago, but I just couldn’t do it because of the children.” So, every school day – morning and afternoon, rain or shine, hot or cold — Garza is on the job. He starts his school days around 7:30 am at Cambridge and is back again by 2:30 pm. Then it’s back on the clock, on the streets, and on patrol for Bexar County Constable Mark Vojvodich when he’s not directing traffic and helping students cross the street. Garza is the third generation in his family in law enforcement. His grandfather, Rudy Garza, was a long-time police officer in Bexar County, ending his career as sheriff from 1978-1980. His dad, also named Rudy Garza, was a career
homicide detective in the sheriff’s office and, later, an investigator for the Bexar County DA’s drug court. Captain Garza has worked SWAT, drug enforcement, canine, and more in law enforcement. He’s also a “licensed to carry firearms instructor.” He says one of the things he loves about being a crossing guard is getting to know the kids. “I get to know all of them, including the ones I have to watch very carefully. There are some who just don’t pay a lot of attention to traffic. Who may dart into the street. And then there are others who are so careful, so aware of their surroundings.” On occasion, he laughs, “I have to ask a parent or two to put down their phones while walking their youngster to school. They always comply.” He has also perfected seeing “the panic” in a student’s eyes when a parent is not where they should be. “We never leave a student standing alone outside the school if their ride is late. I’ll hang with them as long as I can. But when I have to go back on patrol, I take them into the school office.” Cambridge Principal Jana Needham says, “Rudy is instrumental in a safe arrival and dismissal process. He is an icon in our Cambridge world. I love that he knows our families as well as he does. He is a great asset to our campus!”
And PTO president Ashley Person, whose children Clara and Ann attend the school, notes, “The kids at Cambridge have come to know, depend on, and trust Rudy. He is definitely a bright light in the middle of a busy intersection that he keeps running smoothly. He knows the kids and even to recognizes the younger siblings driving by and waves back!” Watching him get “high-fives” from students as they cross the street makes it easy to see the warm relationship he has with Cambridge students. In the time he’s been a crossing— guard, Garza has watched the little ones grow up, graduate from high school and college, get married, and have kids he is now crossing on their way to and from school. As he puts it, “I am now seeing parents who were kids I knew at Cambridge. They always greet me and introduce their children to me. Which is a special thrill.” Garza would like to see the old student safety patrol program started again. “We used to have it,” he said. “Students learned leadership skills and embraced responsibility. It was a great program, and perhaps it’s something Cambridge can consider again.” Cambridge assistant to the principal Jenny Gonzalez says, “Rudy represents Cambridge and the school district’s motto as in – ‘Live Honorably, Act Humbly and Model Dignity’ — every day to our students and parents. What a joy it is to have Rudy protecting our campus and neighborhood streets.” In all his time at Cambridge, Garza says, they have had only one instance when a student was injured by an automobile. That was years ago, he explains, when a student stepped into the street in front of the school building. The injuries were minor. But it was an important lesson for students teachers, and parents to be vigilant at all times. When asked whether he’s good for another 20-plus plus years as Cambridge’s crossing guard, Rudy says, “I’m blessed. I love this job. I love doing it.” That sounds like a yes. www.78209magazine.com | 49
Alamo Heights Chamber 78209 MAGAZINE
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS MONTHS MEMBER LUNCHEON
Pictured above from left to right: Leni Kirkman, Anita Uribe Martin, Lisa Beebe and Mark Albritton attended the monthly luncheon.
Helping Local Businesses and our Region Prosper. Serving the “Tri-City” area of Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, and their surrounding areas.
The chamber hosts monthly luncheons on the first Wednesday of each month in a private room at Paesano’s (on Basse) in Lincoln Heights at 11:30.
The Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce
Fostering Growth and Prosperity through Advocacy and Education
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Every month a featured Guest Speaker begins promptly at noon.
Register at our website: alamoheightschamber.org.
alamoheightschamber.org
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Where To Dine In ‘09
THE RESTAURANT GUIDE
KEY
$ Most Entrees under $10 $$ Most entrees $10 - $20 $$$ Most entrees over $20
Brunch Reservations Suggested Patio Live Entertainment
AMERICAN 20NINE
Executive chef Jerry Toomey prepares eclectic wine country cuisine and suggests flavorful wine pairings. The menu selections include duck, salmon, pork and steak. 255 E. Basse, #940 798-9463 www.20ninewine.com $$
410 DINER
A ‘50s-themed diner serving homemade soups, fresh catfish, shrimp, prime steaks, pork chops and chicken. 8315 Broadway 822-6246 www.410diner.com $
ANNE MARIE’S BISTRO
Located in the historic Sullivan Carriage House (circa 1896) at the entrance to the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Chef David Gates prepares delicious fresh soups, salads, quiche and sandwiches along with daily specials. 555 Funston Place 826-5800 www.carriagehousebistro.com Sat-Sun Brunch $
BIRD BAKERY
A delightful bakery and small bistro that serves sandwiches, quiche, croissants, pies, cupcakes, cookies, brownies and dessert bars. 5912 Broadway 804-2473 www.birdbakery.com $
BEST BET
The Magic Time Machine
Celebrate graduations, new jobs, Mother’s Day and more at the Magic Time Machine, 902 NE Interstate Loop 410. Waiters and waitresses dress in fun costumes and put on their best character acting from folklore, movies, television, or cartoons. Guests never know who will bring their selections from a popular menu that continues to please after years of success. Make your celebration really unique this year!
BROADWAY 50/50
Vintage-themed diner serving fun appetizers, like the Chuck Norris Kickers (chicken and jalapeños wrapped in bacon) and Totchos (Tator Tot Nachos), burgers, BLT’s, Cuban sandwiches and more. 5050 Broadway 826-0069 www.broadway5050.com $
CAFE DIJON
Delicious, locally-sourced, seasonal and organic food with a French flair. Eat in or take out our pastries, frittatas, open-faced sandwiches, fresh salads and enjoy our curated coffee, beer and wine selections. Patio, Pet-Friendly 555 East Basse 822-2665 www.cafedijonsa.com $$
CAPPY’S
Lunch, dinner and brunch - Cappy’s is fine dining in the heart of ‘09, serving prime steaks, prime rib, rack of lamb and seafood. 5011 Broadway 828-9669 www.cappysrestaurant.com $$$ Brunch
CAPPYCCINO’S BISTRO
Casual dining in a bistro setting. High-quality hamburgers, pizzas, sandwiches and salads are offered for lunch and dinner. 5003 Broadway 828-6860 www.cappyccinos.com $
CORNER BAKERY CAFE
Hand-crafted sandwiches, salads, soups, pastas, and desserts, baby bundt cakes, pies and cakes. 255 E. Basse, #100 441-4553 wwwcornerbakerycafe.com $
EARL ABEL’S
Home-style food served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Earl Abel’s is a San Antonio landmark that opened in 1933. It is famous for its take-out fried chicken, savory side dishes and homemade pies. 2101 Austin Highway, #175 822-3358 www.earlabelsa.com $
EZ’s
Burgers, oak-fired brick oven pizzas, rosemary roasted chicken and award-winning salads, all served in a fun ‘50s-themed atmosphere. 6498 N. New Braunfels 828-1111 $
GOOD TIME CHARLIES
Texas home-style favorites including catfish, steaks and a chicken-fried steak many claim is the “Best In Texas.” 2922 Broadway 828-5392 www.gtcsatx.com $
J. ALEXANDERS
A contemporary American restaurant, known for its wood-fired cuisine. The menu features a wide selection of classics including prime rib, steak, seafood and rotating specials like Seafood Czarina, Tuscan Steak, Grilled Fish with Mango Papaya Salsa and Chicken Milanese. 255 E. Basse, #1300 824-0275 www.jalexanders.com $$ -$$$
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JIM’S RESTAURANT
24-hour diner serving all-day breakfast. They offer hearty choices like steak and eggs, omelets and Tex-Mex huevos rancheros. A comprehensive lunch and dinner menu, too, that includes all the standards - salads, sandwiches and burgers plus nostalgic favorites like patty melts and liver and onions. 4108 Broadway 828-5120 8427 Broadway 826-7001 www.jimsrestaurants.com $
MAGIC TIME MACHINE
San Antonio theme restaurant where staff dresses up as cartoon characters, super heroes, movie stars and pop heroes. 902 N.E. Loop 410 828-1470 www.magictimemachine.com $
MAMA'S CAFE
A family-friendly atmosphere with burgers, shakes and root beer floats. For adults they serve creative cocktails and large-portioned dinners that include baby-back ribs, fried shrimp, meatloaf and chicken-fried steak. 2442 Nacogdoches 826-8303 www.mamasrestaurants.com $
MAX’S WINE DIVE
Gourmet American fare like fried chicken, burgers, pork chops, pot roast, oven-roasted chicken and lobster pot pie paired with amazing wines. 340 E. Basse Rd 444-9547 www.maxswinedive.com $
NOSH
Nosh offers great wines, craft brews and small plates that are big on taste. A place to relax and indulge in some really great food. 1133 Austin Highway 826-6674 www.noshsa.com $
LUBY’S
Cafeteria-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. They offer several entrees daily that often include salmon, talapia, fried chicken, chicken-fried steak, grilled liver and onions, roast turkey breast, roast chicken and rib-eye steaks. The entrees are accompanied by hearty southern side dishes like fried okra, mac and cheese, black eyed peas and mashed potatoes. 8511 Tesoro Drive 930-3227 www.lubys.com $
RAFFLES RESTAURANT & BAR
Neighborhood watering hole and night spot with good food and live entertainment. Tuesday nights they have a steak special that is popular with the locals. 1039 N.E. Loop 410 826-7118 www.rafflesrestaurant $ Live Entertainment
SALATA
A new concept in soups salads and wraps. You create your own by choosing from a dozens of fresh ingredients including several types of lettuces, chopped onions, radishes, cucumbers, peppers, cabbage, black and red beans, bean
sprouts, peas, broccoli and more. There are over 50 different toppings. Then choose from one of their 10 house made dressings that are made with all-natural ingredients. Add fresh lean protein including baked chicken, salmon or shrimp. 250 E. Basse Rd 462-1466 www.salata.com $
SILO ELEVATED CUISINE
Silo is listed as one of OpenTable's Top American Restaurants and rated as one of Zagat’s Top Local Picks. They offer New American fare in a casual, yet elegant atmosphere. They offer a small plate menu, and there is also a prix fixe dinner option available. Signature dishes incude Chilean Sea Bass, Honey Soy Glazed Atlantic Salmon, Mussels and Linguine and ChickenFried Oysters. 1133 Austin Highway 824-8686 www.siloelevatedcusine.com $$
STONE WERKS
ferred for the hibachi, but walk-ins are still welcomed. 1011 NE Loop 410 828-9988 www.formosasa.com $ $ Patio
KOI KAWA
A Japanese restaurant and sushi bar featuring lots of specialty rolls and dishes with complex and interesting flavors. 4051 Broadway 805-8111 www.facebook.com/pages/koikawa $-$$
MON THAI BISTRO
Thai food and sushi by chef Mmonrat “Mon” Shirley in a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere with tables that overlook a peaceful outdoor garden and fountain. 4901 Broadway 822-3253 www.monsthai.com $-$$
Good food and a hip atmosphere. Over 40 beers on tap, a full bar and lots of big screen TVs. The outside patio is a popular happy hour spot. Broadway at Basse 823-3508 www.stonewerks.com $-$$ Patio
OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHI
A variety of chicken wings with lots of unique and exotic flavors like tamarind, Siriracha, garlic pepper , curry and Tom Yum. The wings are available for take-out or you can dine in plus they deliver. In addition to the wings they also offer fried vegan tofu, edamame and sticky rice. A truly unique concept. 8210 Broadway 829-5000 www.tigerwings.com $
PIRANHA KILLER SUSHI
TIGER WINGS
TWIN SISTERS BAKERY AND CAFE
Healthy food using local ingredients. Coffees and espressos; quiche, pastries, sandwiches, soups and salads. Live music on Friday nights. 6322 N. New Braunfels 822-0761 www.twinsistersbakeryandcafe.com $ Live Entertainment
WD DELI
Located in a quaint 2 story house on Broadway, WD Deli serves lunch only specializing in scratch-made deli standards. They make several soups daily and have Jersey-style deli sandwhiches including pastrami, liverwurst, italian panini, egg salad, tuna salad, roast beef and reubens. They also have a large selection of entrée salads. Be sure to save some room for dessert as they have some really innovative ones, including lemon ooey gooey bars, butterscotch and black salt cookies and an orange dreamsicle cake. 3123 Broadway 828-2322 www.wddeli.com $ patio
ZEDRIC’S
Chef-prepared healthy pre-packaged meals to go. Meals are low-calorie and can be low-carb, Paleo or gluten-free. 5231 Broadway 824-6000 www.zedrics.com $
ASIAN
BOK CHOY
Vegan and vegetarian Pan-Asian food. Delcious appetizers include fried rice, spring rolls and cheese rangoons. Entrees include vibrantly flavored favorites like Hunan Beef, General TSO’s Chik-n, Beef and Broccoli, and steaming bowls of pho. 5130 Broadway 437-2200 www.eatbokchoy.com $ Patio
FORMOSA GARDEN
Tranquil atmosphere, serving sushi, Chinese and Japanese cuisine. A Japanese hibachi-style grill experience is available Wednesday through Sunday during dinner offering Certified Black Angus beef. Reservations are pre-
Japanese steak and sushi with hibachi tables where chefs cook and perform for audiences. 4902 Broadway 822-0300 www.osakasteaknsushi.com $-$$ Reservations suggested Sushi, Japanese and Pacific Rim cuisine in a lively environment located in the Quarry Marketplace. Up-tempo music with a large bar and lots of creative appetizers and sushi rolls. 260 E. Basse, #101 822-1088 www.piranhakillersushi.com $$
P. F. CHANG’S
Located in the Quarry Market, offering sushi, dim sum, wok classics, noodle dishes and cocktails. 255 E. Basse, #1200 507-1000 www.pfchangs.com $$
SUSHI ZUSHI
Traditional Japanese and Latin American influences fused into modern, healthy rolls, rice and noodle dishes. 999 E. Basse 826-8500 www.sushizushi.com $$
SNOW’S VIETNAM
Vietnamese cusine with light soups and spring rolls and phenomenal steaming bowls of pho. 3244 Broadway 892-7461 $$
TONG’S THAI
Beautiful Thai restaurant with tranquil outdoor patio with koi pond. Traditional Thai food, along with Chinese dishes and sushi. 1146 Austin Highway 829-7345 www.tongsthai.com $$ Patio
BARBECUE
BUN ‘N’ BARREL
1960s-era landmark serving BBQ, burgers, brisket and milkshakes in casual digs with iconic neon signage. 1150 Austin Highway 828-2829 www.bunnbarrel.com $
L&L HAWAIIAN BARBECUE
Authentic Hawaiian-style barbecue. A fusion of Asian and American cuisine that includes fresh seafood, Lau Lau (pork steamed in taro leaves), savory Kalua pork, chicken and beef all served the Aloha way with rice. 1302 Austin Hwy 474-6699 www.hawaiianbarbecue.com $
THE BARBECUE STATION
Authentic wood-smoked barbecue brisket, ribs, sausage and chicken. 1610 N.E. Loop 410 824-9191 www.barbecuestation.com $ - $$
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THE SMOKE SHACK
Brisket, pulled pork, sausage, turkey, ribs and chicken plus delicious sides like Smoke Shack Mac, and spicy creamed corn. 3714 Broadway 829-8448 www.smokeshacksa.com $
EUROPEAN
COMMONWEALTH COFFEEHOUSE AND BAKERY
Coffee, latte, cappucino, espresso plus artisanal French pastries, savory croissants, sandwiches, soups, salads, crepes and more. 118 Davis Court 560-2955 www.commonwealthcoffeehouse.com $ patio
CRUMPETS
European cusine by chef Francois Maeder featuring fresh seafood, pasta, beef and chicken. Restaurant has a large patio surrounded by oak trees, decorative ponds and waterfalls. 3920 Harry Wurzbach 821-5454 www.crumpetssa.com $$-$$$ patio
FREDERICK’S
French fusion cusine prepared by chef Frederick Costa. A wonderful culinary experience with dishes that feature flounder, roasted duck, escargot and more. 7701 Broadway 828-9050 www.frederickssa.com $$ - $$$
HOFBRAU & BEER GARDEN
A beer garden and popular happy hour destination with hearty food. Offerings include German schnitzel, a chicken-fried rib-eye and brisket nachos. 7310 Jones Maltsberger 290-8066 quarryhofbrau.com $
LA MADELEINE
A quaint French country cafe with stone fireplaces and quiet nooks where you can enjoy buttery croissants, French onion soup, beef bourguignon or chicken cordon bleu pasta. 4820 Broadway 829-7291 www.lamadeleine.com $-$$
GREEK
PAPOULI’S GRILL
Authentic Greek food with gyros, plus so much more. They have an extensive array of delicious tapas including hummus, dolmas (stuffed grape leaves) falafel patties, kalamata olives and fried calamari. They have large and satisfying salads including a traditional Greek, the Greco Roman, the Mediterranean and Caprese. Additionally they offer fresh fish and shrimp dishes grilled rosemary lemon chicken, vegetarian Moussaka, Pastichio (Greek lasagna) and their signature Papouli’s Feast that includes a choice of 4 meats, pita bread, Greek salad, puff pastries and more. 255 E. Basse, #384 804-1118 www.papoulis.com $
HAMBURGERS BURGER FI
Gourmet burgers and hot dogs made from all natural, never-frozen meat. Vegetarian burgers are available too, plus sides like hand-cut fresh fries, crispy onion rings and frozen custard. 1907 Nacogdoches Road 858-4052 www.burgerfi.com $
CHEESY JANE’S
Burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sides plus shakes in many flavors. 4200 Broadway 826-0800 www.cheesyjanes.com $
CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS
Rustic casual environment with lots of beers on tap and a genuinely great hamburger. 1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600 $
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1907 Nacogdoches Road 858-4052 www.burgerfi.com $
CHEESY JANE’S
Burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sides plus shakes in many flavors. 4200 Broadway 826-0800 www.cheesyjanes.com $
CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS
Rustic casual environment with lots of beers on tap and a genuinely great hamburger. 1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600 $
FRONTIER BURGER
A San Antonio staple famous for charcoal grilled hamburgers with a special blend of spices and seasonings and bakery-fresh buns. They are also known for their ever-popular thin, crispy onion rings, hand-dipped ice cream milkshakes and handmade fruit pies. In addition, they also offer crispy and charcoal broiled chicken sandwiches chicken wraps and a kids menu. 838 N.E. Loop 410 932-8040 $
LONGHORN CAFE
Casual, family-friendly burger joint with wood picnic tables, a playground for the kids, great appetizers, salads and sides. 1003 Rittiman at Harry Wurzbach 822-7272 www.thelonghorncafe.com $ Patio
ORDER UP
A healthy take on your standard burger, fries and shakes with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. 999 E. Basse 824-9600 www.orderup-sa.com $
ITALIAN
CERRONI’S PURPLE GARLIC
Homemade soups, fresh salads, hand-tossed pizzas and strombolis along with favorites like eggplant parmigiana and spaghetti with homemade meatballs. 1017 Austin Highway 822-2300 www.ceronispurplegarlic.com $$
PAESANOS
An upscale landmark Italian resturant with a large menu of classic and contemporary Italian dishes and an extensive wine list. 555 E. Basse 828-5191 www.paesanositalianrestaurant.com $$ - $$$
PIATTI
Market-inspired, rustic Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment. 255 E. Basse, #500 832-0300 www.piatti.com $$
SORRENTO
Specializing in traditional Italian cuisine withantipasti, seafood and pasta dishes. 5146 Broadway 824-0055 www.sorrentopizzeria.com $$
TRE TRATTORIA
Tuscan-inspired Italian fare featuring house-made fresh pasta, antipasti, salumi, signature cast-iron pizzas and simply prepared entrees. The wine list features each region in Italy and offers quartino and bottle service. 4003 Broadway 805-0333 www.tretrattoria.com $$- $$$
MEXICAN/LATIN ADELANTE
Serving what they refer to as health-Mex. All natural light and fresh dishes with plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices. 21 Brees Blvd. 822-7681 www.adelanterestaurant.com $
BETO’S
A unique combination of Mexican street food and Latin American soul food. The fish tacos were voted best fish taco in San Antonio. 8142 Broadway 930-9393 www.betosaltmex.com $
CHELA’S TACOS
Very authentic regional Mexican tacos. Offerings include cilantro chicken, carnitas Michoacan style, carne guisada, picadillo and shrimp tacos and many more. 5231 Broadway 218-5466 www.chelas-tacos.com $
EL MACHITO
Chef Johnny Hernandez prepares select mesquite-grilled meats over an open fire in the traditional style of the carne asada of northern Mexico. 7300 Jones Maltsberger 314-3971 www.chefjohnnyhernandez.com $$
LA FONDA
Casual dining in a relaxed setting, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine, thoughtfully executed. Open for lunch and dinner with a brunch on Sunday. 8633 Crownhill Blvd. 824-4231 www.lafondaah.com $$ Sun Brunch
PALOMA BLANCA
Dishes from the coastal regions of Mexico. Signature dishes include grilled snapper, ceviche, pozole, handmade flautas and tacos al pastor. 5800 Broadway 822-6151 www.palomablanca.net $$
PICANTE GRILL
Upscale, chef-prepared gourmet Mexican food with recipes based on the cuisine of the Mexican interior. 3810 Broadway 822-3797 www.picantegrill.com $$
SOLUNA COCINA MEXICANA
Trendy upscale Mexican restaurant with a lively happy hour, impressive margaritas, Tex -Mex favorites and a colorful patio. 7959 Broadway 930-8070 www.calvillosmexicanfood.com patio $$-$$$
TACO GARAGE
Rustic indoor-outdoor concept with several different bars and patios. They serve Tex-Mex breakfast to dinner to a local crowd of regulars and frequently have live music. 8403 Broadway 826-4405 www.tacogarage.com Patio Live Entertainment $$
TOMATILLOS CANTINA
Brightly colored decor, lively music and great food. They feature an extensive list of flavored margaritas, tableside flaming queso flameado, enchiladas, fish and shrimp tacos, sizzling fajitas and more. 3210 Broadway 824-3005 www.tomatillos.com $$
TORCHY’S TACOS
Elevated Mexican street food with lots of innovative tacos filled with unexpected ingredients like salmon, Jamaican jerk chicken and ahi tuna. 999 E. Basse 824-1603 www.torchystacos.com $
PIZZA
BRAZA BRAVA
Pizzas made in Neapolitan style in a wood -fired brick oven. 7959 Broadway 320-2100 $$
CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
Fresh and light California-inspired salads, soups,
flatbreads and pizzas. 255 E. Basse 424-2014 www.cpk.com $$
FLORIO’S PIZZA
Delicious authentic New York-style pizza. 7701 Broadway 805-8646 www.floriospizza.com $ - $$
GRIMALDI’S PIZZA
Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pizzas and calzones. 330 E. Basse, #101 832-8288 www.grimaldispizzeria.com $$
JULIAN’S PIZZERIA
A warm family-friendly environment serving pizza and italian staples like spaghetti and meatballs, baked rigatoni and lasagna. 6462 N. New Braunfels www.julianspizzeria.com $$
VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA
An intimate, family-friendly restaurant serving New York-style thin-crust pizza and other Italian standards. 5054 Broadway 828-3354 www.volarepizza.com $ - $$
SOUTHWESTERN CANYON CAFE
Creative dishes influenced by the American Southwest. Bison meatloaf, grilled lemon salmon, baja shrimp pasta and fajitas 255 E. Basse, #600 821-3738 www.canyoncafe.com $$
STEAKS
THE BARN DOOR
Family-owned steakhouse with Western-style decor, serving perfectly grilled steaks, delicious seafood and desserts. Rib-eyes, porterhouse and New York strip steaks, plus Chateaubriand, rack of lamb, Gulf Coast oysters and fresh salmon. They have a full bar and frequently offer fine live entertainment. 8400 N. New Braunfels 824-0116 www.thebarndoorrestaurant.com Live Entertainment $$ - $$$
FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE
High-end steakhouse serving prime aged beef, pork chops, North Atlantic lobster tails, Alaskan king crab legs, Chilean sea bass and other seafood specialties. 255 E. Basse, #200 824-9463 www.flemingssteakhouse.com $$$
RUTH'S CHRIS
Upscale steakhouse that serves prime rib-eye, New York strip and fiIlet mignon steaks on sizzling plates. They also feature delicious lamb chops, shrimp, lobster, crabcakes and chicken entrees and generous desserts. 7720 Jones Maltsberger 821-5051 www.ruthschris.com $$$
TREATS & DESSERTS LA PANADERíA
Artisan bakery that bakes several varieties of fresh bread and pastries daily. They have a large, airy dining area and serve gourmet coffee, soup and sandwiches. 8305 Broadway 375-6746 www.lapanaderia.com $
LILY’S COOKIES
Fresh baked home-style cookies to go plus seasonal and special-occasion decorated cookies. 2715 McCullough Ave 832-0886 www.lilyscookies.com $
MENCHIE’S
Non-fat, low-fat yogurts with fun toppings you add yourself. 999 E. Basse, Suite 177 824-1104 www.menchies.com $
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Wine & Dine 78209 MAGAZINE
AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO DINING & DRINKING IN ‘09
LOTS OF OPTIONS AT WD DELI Choices range from standard to innovative By MITCHELL SCOTT AUSTIN PHOTOGRAPHY BY RALEIGH HART
Lower Broadway anchors San Antonio’s burgeoning food scene. In the past few years San Antonio restaurants, bars and cafes are gaining more and more national recognition building off the shoulders of independent restaurant owners who blazed a trail for fresh food and scratch cooking long before anyone had ever even heard of a “foodie.” One of those trailblazers, 56 | May 2017
WD Deli, has been serving lunch in San Antonio since 1990. Located at 3123 Broadway, just north of The Pearl in a renovated historic two-story home, WD Deli serves healthy portion sizes of deli classics at reasonable prices. They are open Monday through Friday from 10:30 to 5 and Saturdays from 11 to 4. Wayne Beers, the owner, is passionate about food and
entertaining, and this lifelong pursuit overflows into the menu and atmosphere of this funky laid-back neighborhood deli. When you walk through the doors, you are greeted by a sign: “Enter as strangers, leave as friends.” For WD Deli that’s more than a sign; it’s an honest and genuine invitation that for so many began with a meal that turned them into regulars. Their pictures line the back walls. The combination of renovated home and staff hospitality helps you feel immediately at home and relaxed; Trivial Pursuit cards on the table add to the atmosphere and help you pass the time while waiting for your food. WD Deli can get busy, so try to arrive a little before the lunch rush, and you will only spend a few minutes in line waiting to order. The menu has most of your deli standards plus a few inno-
vative items unique to WD Deli. You can build a custom sandwich from a variety of house-made bread and cold cuts. For a little extra you can add cheese, bacon or avocado; you will want to add all three of these. You cannot go wrong with cheese, bacon and avocado. Try some of the delicious foccacia bread with just cheese, bacon, avocado and fresh sliced tomatoes. Top that combination with the house-made spicy chipotle mayo and call it a “Scott” — you won’t be disappointed! All of the sandwiches can be ordered on their own or as part of the daily combination specials. The combos give you the opportunity to pair half sandwiches, cups of soup and salads, a great option if you can’t quite decide on just one item. WD Deli salads are fresh and flavorful. You can choose from a classic Caesar salad with oven-roasted chicken breast www.78209magazine.com | 57
or a traditional Cobb salad with oven-roasted chicken breast, cheese, tomato, egg, avocado, green onions, bacon and Parmesan with a blue cheese vinaigrette. Or try “Mike’s Salad” — romaine lettuce, chicken, craisins, walnuts, Granny Smith apples and Parmesan tossed with balsamic vinaigrette. You can customize any menu item; add, substitute or omit to fit your preferences. If the options overwhelm you, then go for one of WD Deli’s custom sandwiches. After almost 30 years in the sandwichmaking business, you can trust you are in good hands. Their most popular sandwich, the Chicken Chipotle Parmesan, delivers oven-roasted chicken breast with melted Parmesan, lettuce, tomato and a spicy chipotle mayo on a ciabatta roll. The roasted chicken plays well with the spicy chipotle mayo. The spice is more in the background and won’t overload your taste buds, but it adds a nice layer of richness to the sandwich. Choose from more of WD Deli’s creative creations, like Wayne’s excellent hoagie, a sandwich packed with basically everything on the menu, or go for a traditional deli sandwich like the Reuben. They offer several wraps if you’d prefer a tortilla over bread. What you might not expect from a sandwich shop is the wide variety of vegetarian options WD Deli offers like the 58 | May 2017
vegetarian sandwich: avocado, provolone, American cheese, shredded carrots, lettuce, tomato, mustard and mayo combine for a tasty and filling lunch option. Or for something a little more adventurous try the Avocado Delight with avocado, cream cheese, mushrooms, purple onions, lettuce, tomato, mustard and mayo. They feature a variety of rotating daily soup options along with the regular offerings of Chicken Tortilla, Tomato Basil and Three Bean Chili. WD Deli’s menu is available online and is ideal for catering. They can provide box lunches or catered trays to accommodate any size party. As you check out, there’s one last thing you need to do — pick up a cookie! No joke, these cookies are legit, and they are large. Large enough to eat half after your meal and then share the other half, scratch that, eat half at lunch and then keep the other half for a midafternoon snack with a cup of coffee. In addition to the homemade cookies, WD Deli offers a variety of other dessert and snack options. So in conclusion, add bacon, try the combo with soup, salad and sandwich. And pick up at least one cookie. Tell them Scott sent you! Follow me on Twitter or Instagram @FoodSceneSA for more curated dining experiences.
Church Directory PLACES OF WORSHIP
ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH 6501 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-9539 Services: Sunday 10:45am and Wednesday 6:15pm praise and prayer ALAMO HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6435 N. New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-828-5728 alamoheightscc.org Services: Sunday: 10:50am-12pm ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-0271 alamoheightspres.com Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 825 E. Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-826-3215 ahumc.org Services: Sunday 8:30am, 9:30am and 11am
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 6720 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3394 clcah.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST 5927 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-8870 (no website) Services: Wednesday 12-1pm and Sunday 10:30-11:30am MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 Mt. Calvary Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-8748 mtcsa.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA CATHOLIC CHURCH 102 Lorenz Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-1743 stanthonydepadua.org Services: Saturday mass 5pm Sunday mass 7:30am, 9am; 10:30am, 12 noon Daily mass 9am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11 Saint Luke’s Lane San Antonio, Texas 78209 210-828-6425 slecsa.org Services: Sunday 8am, 9am, 11am. 6pm Wednesday 8:10am during the school year ST. PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES CHURCH 111 Barilla Place San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3367 stpeterprinceoftheapostles.org Services: Mass Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9am, 11am and 5:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday 7am; Wednesday 5:30pm; Friday 8:15am ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH 3303 Urban Crest Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-0139 stpiusxsa.org Services: Saturday 8am, 5pm; Sunday 8am, 10:15am, 12:10pm, 5:30pm Monday-Friday at various times
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78209 MAGAZINE
From Campfires to Tablecloths
News ( By LESLIE FOLEY )
OUTSIDE ‘09
May is all about celebrations! Here are ways to end the school year and begin summer with merriment, movies and music!
Celebrate all things food, wine, spirits and beer May 19-21. San Antonio's Culinaria Festival Week delights with brunches, dinners, food trucks, grand tastings, the best of Mexico and burgers, barbecue and beer. Don't miss this Texasmade food extravaganza! You name it, you can try it at this foodie’s fun time: tequila, barbecue, Champagne, beer, spirits, Tex-Mex, wine, candle-lit, romantic, campfire, cuisine, and you can pair almost any of these words to find the perfect event for you during this not-to-be-missed festival. Most events will take place at La Cantera Resort & Spa, with plenty of parking and rides to the many events. Culinariasa.org has tasty details, tickets, locations and prices. If you attended any of these events last year, you know how popular they have become. There’s an event for every taste and every budget. Culinaria is an independent, not-for-profit organization committed to promoting San Antonio as a premier food and wine destination while fostering community growth and enrichment within the city we call home. This is one continuous party of all parties!
Rehome
Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet.com and the Petco Foundation assists people needing to find their pet a new home with an easy way to directly connect with potential adopters each month. Through Rehome, pet owners can visit Adopt-a-Pet.com and create a profile for their pet with photos, video and information about the pet’s personality, behavior and health. People looking to adopt a pet simply visit the website. The goal is to prevent pets from being relinquished to shelters. Pet owners who need to place their pet for adoption can visit www.rehome.adoptapet.com to create a profile and learn more. This service is free and helpful for those who find themselves unable to care for their pet.
Take Me Out to the Movies - Southtown Cinema Returns
Grab the lawn chairs and blankets for Free movies in Hemisfair Park, 434 S. Alamo: Ferris Beuller’s Day Off, May 13, and Bad News Bears, May 29. Movie screenings begin at sundown, usually around 7 p.m., every other Saturday, weather permitting. Southtown Cinema is a free movies-in-the-parks series brought to you by Carvana and Gold's Gym. Go to hemisfair.org/events for more information. 60 | May 2017
Rock On-River City Rockfest
Since the inaugural event in 2013, River City Rockfest has delivered an arsenal of amazing rock artists—including Alice in Chains and Guns N’ Roses—to San Antonio for a one-day festival. British heavy metal legend Def Leppard will headline a group of 20 top rock acts during the fifth annual Bud Light River City Rockfest on May 27, beginning at 12 noon, at the AT&T Center. For the first time ever, the Memorial Day Weekend outdoor concert will feature Spurs Sports & Entertainment in partnership with AEG Live. The Bud Light River City Rockfest is the largest festival of its kind in South Texas and part of the 2017 World’s Loudest Month festival series. The fifth annual lineup will include some of the biggest names in rock music, including Def Leppard, Godsmack, The Offspring, Three Days Grace, Papa Roach, The Pretty Reckless, Taking Back Sunday, Buckcherry, In Flames, Black Stone Cherry, Rival Sons, Norma Jean, Fozzy, Dorothy, Kyng, Wage War and Goodbye June. http://rivercityrockfest.com.
Musical Bridges
Musical Bridges Around the World presents Black Swan, featuring a performance by violinist Tim Fain, a multimedia visionary exploring the intersection of music, art, dance and cinema. He performed on screen and in the sound track for the film Black Swan. Also performing is pianist Robert Koenig, who has established a reputation as a sought-after collaborative pianist and chamber musician. Fain performs regularly in major centers throughout the world with many of this generation’s most renowned musicians. Recent engagements have included performances at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Louvre and Royal Festival Hall. The concert is Sunday, May 7, 7 p.m., at San Fernando Cathedral, 115 W. Main Plaza. Admission is free. For more info, visit www.musicalbridges.org or call 210-464-1534.
Cuerpo Cubano/Cuban Body
Cuerpo Cubano/Cuban Body, an exhibition of works by five artists from Cienfuegos, Cuba, opens with a reception from 6-9 p.m. May 19 at Bihl Haus Arts, 2803 Fredericksburg Road. The evening includes live music by Cienfuegos of Austin (members are originally from Cienfuegos, Cuba), Cuban fare and libations. Three participants will visit from Cienfuegos: Adrian Rumbaut, Camilo Villalvilla and guest curator Liam Nodal Gonzalez. They will present a gallery talk at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 21, moderated by Andrea O'Reilly Herrera (associate professor of ethnic studies, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs), author of Cuban Artists across the Diaspora (UT Press, 2011). Related programming will be scheduled during the exhibition, which runs through July 8. Gallery hours are 1-4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 210-383-9723 www.bihlhausarts.org.
James Beard Award
By the time you read this, it will have been determined if chef Steven McHugh of Cured at The Pearl was a winner of a James Beard Award, which was announced May 1 at an awards gala in Chicago. We are proud that you represent our city as a James Beard Award Finalist in the James Beard Best Chef Southwest category.
Joci Awards
Las Casas Foundation’s 25 finalists from eight high schools in San Antonio and the surrounding area have earned a place at the 2017 Joci Awards, the organization’s annual performing arts scholarship competition. These finalists will sing, act and dance, vying for a chance to win a portion of more than $100,000 in scholarship funds and for two finalists, the opportunity to participate in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards in New York City. The Joci Awards are open to the public and will take place on Sunday, May 21, at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, or at the Majestic Theatre Box Office, 226 E. Houston St. Ticket sales benefit the organization’s scholarship and educational programs. www.78209magazine.com | 61
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DON’T MISS THESE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS The Pool in Alamo Heights Opening Day May 6
The Alamo Heights Swimming Pool will open Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7, and will remain open on weekends through May. To sign up for a membership, email info@heightspool.com.
www.heightspool.com
Expanding the Ministries Campaign May 3
THE VILLAGE AT INCARNATE WORD 3 PM The Village at Incarnate Word is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1988 to further their ministries with the elderly by transforming their Motherhouse Convent into a retirement community for the lay and religious communities. A formal groundbreaking ceremony is planned to initiate the three major construction initiatives. They are also offering a program on important issues related to aging, along with a short video to describe the improvements being undertaken at The Village.
www.iwretire.org
The 2nd Annual Pet Fair Puppalooza May 6
The Alamo Heights Pool Opens May 6
San Antonio Community Career Fair May 3
THE MCNAY 3 – 7 PM Looking for a new career? The San Antonio Community Career Fair invites you to scout out your dream job, relax in a beautiful setting and experience fascinating artwork, all in one afternoon.
www.mcnayart.org
6th Annual Bingo de Mayo - The Louise H. Batz Patient Safety Foundation May 4
WITTE MUSEUM 5:30 – 9:30 PM It promises to be another fun and festive family evening of dinner, drinks, raffles and, of course,
BINGO to celebrate the life of Louise H. Batz and raise money for the Louise H. Batz Patient Safety Foundation. Children are sure to have a great time bouncing in the moon bounce, having theirfaces painted and exploring the Witte's popular HEB Treehouse. KSAT-12 meteorologist Mike Osterhage will emcee the evening full of fun for adults, children and families. Star Wars characters will make a special appearance in honor of Star Wars Day, and they’ll have a surprise activity to participate in during San Antonio’s “Big Give” 24-hour day of giving. May the FOURTH be with you!
THE FORUM AT LINCOLN HEIGHTS 311 WEST NOTTINGHAM 11:00AM - 1:00PM Don’t miss the 2nd annual “Puppalooza. It’s great funfor you and your four legged friends. They will have treats for dogs as well as food trucks, vendors and prizes.
Little Sprouts May 8
SA BOTANICAL GARDEN 10 – 11:30 AM Children explore seeds as food for people and animals. Bring your little one, age 3-5 years, to the Garden for kid-friendly fun! Each Little Sprout Monday includes storytelling, kids’ crafts and hands-on explorations at your child’s pace. Little Sprouts Mondays are the second Monday of each month. Fee: $12 per child and includes one adult. A parent or guardian must stay with the child.
www.sabot.org
22nd Annual Zoo La-La! A Taste of San Antonio May 11
SAN ANTONIO ZOO 7 – 10:30 PM Zoo La-La! A Taste of San Antonio is the zoo's "Taste
Sample delicious foods at Zoo La La May 11
www.louisebatz.org
( EDITOR’S PICK ) Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Bett Butler and Joel Dilley May 14
WITTE MUSEUM Sunday Jazz is back for another exciting season at the Witte Museum. Join the artists for the 13th season in the newly opened New Witte campus for a relaxing afternoon listening to jazz under the pecan trees of the Will Smith Amphitheater. Food and beverages are available for purchase from Picante Grill.
www.wittemuseum.org
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Of" fundraiser for adults. Experience a unique evening at the zoo while sampling food from 50 of San Antonio's premier restaurants. Stroll through the zoo's pathways and animal habitats while enjoying live music on three stages and sampling local craft beer and wine at this adult night out. No guests under age 21 will be permitted in the event.
samples of craft beer from local breweries, sample delicious food from dozens of food booths and listen to live music, all set in the gorgeous flowering Botanical Garden. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the fun!
Gardens & Yoga
May 27
www.alamoheightstx.gov
www.sazoo.org
May 20
SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN 10 – 11 AM This class invites all levels, ages and sizes to enjoy a meditation in motion in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Join the AC Power Yoga team for a fun, active but relaxing yoga practice. Everyone is welcome.
Alamo Heights 1st Annual 5k Fun Run/Walk May 20
ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY HALL 7:30 AM - REGISTRATION 8:30 AM - RACE BEGINS Join the city of Alamo Heights on May 20 as it kicks off the 1st Annual AH09 5K Walk/Run. This will be a timed course, but all participants have the option to run or walk, be timed or untimed. Remember to register early to secure your goody bag, which includes a T-shirt, draw-cord backpack, snacks and discount coupons to
local stores in AH. The event will also include fitness fun activities for the kids – activity stations such as jump rope, hula-hoop, bicycle safety and even a moon bounce. Smoothie Truck and Renegade Food Truck will be at the event.
www.sabot.org
Brews and Blooms May 20
www.sabot.org
Witte Museum 5k and Dino Dash Presented by University Health Systems
WITTE MUSEUM 7 AM – REGISTRATION 8 AM – 1K WITTE WEE WALK 8:30 AM – 5K 9:30 AM – FAMILY DINO DASH Fund a field trip one claw at a time! This familyfriendly and chip-timed run/walk begins and ends
Cocktails and Culture Whales and Tales takes place May 31st at the Witte.
SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN 6:30 – 9 PM Brews and Blooms isn’t your typical beer garden. Come enjoy
MAY SPOTLIGHT
at the beautiful Witte Museum campus, goes through Brackenridge Park and features a 1K for the littlest runners. Join us for our reimagined Dino Dash. Witte Museum Dino Dash has a special Witte twist: Have your photo taken with Tex Rex and many more. After rumbling with the dinos, enjoy a sneak peek at our latest exhibit, Whales: Giants of the Deep. This event benefits the Witte’s educational programs by underwriting admissions, program and exhibition fees and bus transportation for students.
www.wittemuseum.org
Cocktails & Culture: Whales & Tales May 31
Cooking School at Central Market: French Desserts May 13
CENTRAL MARKET ON BROADWAY 11 AM – 1:30 PM Impress your friends and family once you've learned how to prepare these classic (and delicious) French desserts: Éclairs, lemon tarts and French macarons. The instructor will be Steve Wegner, CM Cooking School instructor.
www.centralmarket.com
WITTE MUSEUM 6:30 – 8:30 PM Experience the Witte Museum after hours, in an evening exclusively for adults (21 and older) that mixes cocktails, conversation and
innovative museum culture. Enjoy a unique experience that includes complimentary beer and cocktails with food available for purchase. Leave the kids at home and meet friends, or bring a date.
www.wittemuseum.org
Cooking School at Central Market: Easy Italian Appetizers May 31
CENTRAL MARKET ON BROADWAY 6:30 – 9 PM You'll discover how easy entertaining can be once you've learned to make these Italian appetizers: Arancini (Saffron Rice Balls), Sausage-stuffed Mushrooms, Classic Tomato Bruschetta, Grilled Pizzetta with Sausage and Arugula and Almond Biscotti with Affogato. The CM Cooking School Staff will teach the class.
www.centralmarket.com
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Police Blotter ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT
AHPD
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION
6116 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 FAX (210) 822-7111
03/13/17 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 4600 blk. Broadway Officers investigating a reported intoxicated person in a parked vehicle found the suspect under the influence of marijuana; the suspect was in possession of 12 bags of marijuana. 03/14/17 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 300 blk. Austin Hwy. The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was arrested for possession of methamphetamines 03/16/17 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 6000 blk. Broadway The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was arrested for possession of pain killers, Xanex and other controlled substances.
03/21/17 THEFT 200 blk. Routt A male subject identified on premises during the previous investigation was identified removing televisions and a pick-up truck from the location. 03/24/17 RECOVERED STOLEN VEHICLE 4600 blk. Broadway Officers arrested the driver of a vehicle reported stolen out of San Antonio.
03/18/17 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 600 blk. Austin Hwy. The passenger of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found in possession of heroin and associated paraphernalia.
03/27/17 BURGLARY, BUSINESS 5800 blk. Broadway The window was broken out to steal a bicycle on display.
03/19/17 VEHICLE BURGLARY 4800 blk. Broadway A vehicle was unlawfully entered and the stereo was stolen.
03/27/17 WANTED PERSON 300 blk. Jones Maltsberger The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation had an active arrest warrant.
03/19/17 WANTED PERSON 50 Alamo Heights Blvd. An officer on patrol recognized a known vehicle burglar standing outside his vehicle; further investigation revealed the subject had an active arrest warrant and was in possession of a large amount of property commonly stolen in vehicle burglaries.
03/28/17 THEFT 200 blk. Viesca An unattended weed-eater was taken from the back of a pick-up truck.
03/19/17 PUBLIC INTOXICATION 6100 blk. Broadway An officer was flagged down by cab driver who reported that the female subject in his cab was intoxicated and unsure of her destination; the subject was released to a parent. 03/20/17 THEFT (SHOPLIFTING) 500 blk. Austin Hwy. A Male subject left a store without paying for merchandise; the subject was located by officers and taken into custody.
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03/20/17 MISSING PERSON, WANTED PERSON, NARCOTICS VIOLATION 200 blk. Routt A nine-year old missing person was located at an apartment; further investigation identified a male subject wanted by Wilson County and information leading to a search warrant to seize marijuana, methamphetamines and cocaine.
03/31/17 THEFT (SHOPLIFTING) 4800 blk. Broadway Store employees reported several bottles of wine stolen, possibly by same person. 04/02/17 PUBLIC INTOXICATION 100 blk. Elizabeth An intoxicated female passed out on the sidewalk was assisted to her residence nearby after an EMS evaluation.
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REAL ESTATE
MARCH 78209 HOME SALES
The following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD and North East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for March 2017. Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS® Total Sales in 78209: Total Sales - 44 Average Sales Price - $552,124 Median Sales Price - $418,000 Average Price per Square Foot - $216.16 Average Days on Market - 132
78209 in Alamo Heights ISD: Total Sales - 29 Average Sales Price - $679,301 Median Sales Price - $538,000 Average Price per Square Foot- $245.35 Average Days on Market- 134
78209 in Northeast ISD: Total Sales - 14 Average Sales Price - $314,552 Median Sales Price- $337,500 Average Price per Square Foot- $145.10 Average Days on Market- 133
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Alamo Heights students enjoyed listening to their favorite new songs in the trial booths at Silvey Music in Terrell Plaza. .
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