Boerne Business Monthly - March 2020

Volume 12, Issue 09: March 2020

BOERNE business monthly

AMY BIERSTEDT SMALL BUSINESS OWNER, SHOP LOCAL SUPPORTER, HANDMADE ENTHUSIAST

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AID THE SILENT TURNS FIVE CITY OF BOERNE:

FINAL STAGES OF IMPLEMENTING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE

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publisher's note Hi y’all! What a great month March is! It just so happens to be my birthday month so I might be a bit partial, but it also brings us what just may be my favorite day of the year – the start of Daylight Savings Time! March also marks the beginning of spring. I always look forward to saying goodbye to the dreary days of winter and hello to sunshine and Texas wildflowers.

Who better to feature this month than Amy Bierstedt. All of her wonderful handmade From Scratch Farm products are so bright and cheery.

Check out the article on Amy and all that she does starting on page 16. Then make sure to stop by, stock up and check out the new Handmade on Main!

Another fun-filled business we feature this issue is Haute Air Boerne. Read the article on page 22 and see how this new local balloon art and party design business can take your next event to the next level.

Also in this issue we learn more about the City of Boerne’s proposed Unified Development Code, Ollie Norman shares with us some financial mistakes to avoid during a divorce and the Calendar of Events is jam packed with exciting events!

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Hope to see you around town!

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contents 16 08: city news

City of Boerne in Final Stages of Implementing Unified Development Code

10: calendar of events 14: finances

Avoid These Five Financial Mistakes During a Divorce

by Oliver “Ollie” Norman – Wealth Advisor, Covenant

16: cover feature:

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Amy Bierstedt: Small Business Owner, Shop Local Supporter, Handmade Enthusiast

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28: ribbon cuttings 30: new location

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City of Boerne in Final Stages of Implementing the Unified Development Code Encourage Citizens to Participate in Upcoming Public Forums

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There is no denying that Boerne is a charming place. It’s quaint and historic downtown, fantastic schools and friendly folks are just some of the many wonderful traits that have caused Boerne’s growth. And like it or not, with growth comes change. However, how the City of Boerne manages that growth and change is vital to preserving our City and it’s small town appeal. As the City and larger region continues to grow, Boerne City leaders recognize the importance of proactive planning. The Boerne Master Plan, which was adopted in 2018, provides a vision that will serve as a blueprint for future development in Boerne for the next 10 years and beyond.

One project that is a major step towards implementing this Master Plan is the development of a Unified Development Code, or the UDC. The UDC has been in the works for over a year and is now in it’s final stages of completion. It will combine the various city ordinances related to development into a single document that will include zoning regulations and subdivision regulations, as well as procedures and standards related to construction and public works. By combining the city’s development codes, the City can reduce the number of pages, better relate all sets of regulation to assure less contradiction, minimize redundancy and provide

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by Lauren Stumberg a streamlined organizational structure that is much simpler to use. According to Boerne’s Mayor Tim Handren, “The UDC will be a valuable asset for our City as we move toward future development.

While many citizens may think that this document doesn’t affect them personally if they are not a builder, a developer, or even have no current interest in making changes to their personal property, the fact is that the UDC will affect the future of our community, and therefore does affect the individual citizens.”

The City encourages interested citizens to come, participate and ask questions regarding the UDC at the upcoming Public Forums on March 31st & April 14th!

With over 400 pages in the UDC, the Steering Committee which consists of Mayor Handren along with Brian Fowler, Ben Adam, Ben Eldredge, Travis Roberson, Guy Sanders, Ross Partlow, and Chesney Dunning, has been hard at work looking at current ordinances, cleaning up conflicts, fixing mistakes and modifying the City’s current devel-

opment process to be more modern.

Conversion to a Unified Development Code is intended to make the development process more efficient in Boerne and to facilitate design oversight in keeping with community vision. In addition to a change in the structure of these regulations, the City will also be converting to a web-based format, so that the development code is more accessible and user-friendly. Finally, the City will be drafting a Handbook, which will serve as an abbreviated and illustrated version of the complete UDC, with sections addressing frequently asked questions, contact information and a summary of the development process in Boerne.

One of the changes in the UDC is the addition of Overlay Districts, which member of the UDC Steering Committee, Brian Fowler, is particularly excited about. “Each overlay district whether North Main, River Road, Herff Road or even our entrance corridors along Highways 87 and 46 to our old neighborhoods like the Flats and those surrounding Oak Park Drive illustrate our town’s many unique qualities and personalities.

With the UDC we now have the opportunity as a community to define each districts’ historical, economic (past and future), cultural and neighborhood characteristics that create its personality. We want to take these ”personality traits” of

each district and determine how they can be incorporated into design standards that apply to architectural materials, signage, streetscapes, landscaping, etc. for that district. We want everyone who works and lives in a particular district to be proud of their area of town. As our city grows the overlay districts will help preserve our heritage and personality as a City just like our historical district has done the past 25 years. I look forward to working with everyone as we participate in building a more beautiful Boerne,” said Fowler.

Another Steering Committee member, Ross Partlow is also enthusiastic about the Overlay Districts. According to Partlow, “Determining one change associated with the UDC that will have the most impact is difficult. I believe it is the comprehensive set of changes that have been incorporated into the UDC that will provide Boerne the ability to manage growth while maintaining the uniqueness that Boerne offers. With that said, I believe establishing the overlay districts may be the most impactful. They will allow the city to ensure that certain areas of town have distinction. Maintaining distinction in existing areas while providing distinction in other areas for future development will provide diversity in the community into the future allowing Boerne to maintain its charm and uniqueness that we all enjoy.”

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While there is a lot of legal and technical language that the majority of the public may find a bit mundane, the truth of the matter is that the UDC is an important step for the City of Boerne. Mayor Handren added, “Those of us at the City all live here and care about the future of Boerne. We are making sure this will still look and feel like the Boerne we know and love for many years to come. There are many good preservation changes in this document, things that will allow us to make sure that our City is not being built up in a way that we don’t like.”

Something that UDC Steering Committee member Guy Sanders finds important in this document is the ability to change or evolve as needed. “The #1 change is (will be) the ability to change. The idea that any final product is not considered a perfect document and that an identifiable missed opportunity for clarity can be updated through a reasonable process and timeline... granted what the process is or timeline to my knowledge has yet to be nailed down,” added Sanders.

As the UDC enters its final stages of completion, there will be two public hearings on March 31st and April 14th during the City Council Meetings. This will be a time for the public to come and ask questions. Once finalized, the UDC would then be adopted in April. The City encourages interested citizens to come, participate and ask questions regarding the UDC. BBM

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

EACH SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET AT THE CIBOLO 9:00am to 1:00pm Historic Herff Farm | 33 Herff Road – Boerne Shop fresh local produce, farm fresh eggs, breads, jams, jellies, local honey and Texas Hill Country arts and crafts at the historic Herff Farm at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne. Enjoy free live music, gardening classes, cooking demonstrations and children’s craft activities, too.This popular Texas Hill Country outdoor farmers market will be open to the public every Saturday from March through November.

THROUGH APRIL 15 FREE INCOME TAX PREP & E-FILING Mondays from 2:00pm to 6:00pm Tuesdays & Wednesdays 1:00pm to 6:00pm Patrick Heath Public Library Community Room 451 N. Main – Boerne AARP volunteers can assist with tax questions and can complete virtually any IRS forms.There are NO

income or age restrictions. Service is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.Taxpayers must bring a copy of last year’s return, photo ID, and Social Security card. Volunteers are not IRS employees, but are trained and certified by the IRS. For more information, please contact Vernon Markworth 830-537-5248 or vernonm@gvtc.com MARCH 3 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BOERNE LIONS CLUB 11:30am to 12:00pm Rainbow Senior Center at Kronkosky Place 17 Old San Antonio Rd. – Boerne

MARCH 5 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR LOW AND SLOW TO GO, LLC 11:30am to 12:00pm 28720 IH-10 West, Suite 410 – Boerne Low and Slow To Go is a frozen food manufacturing business which sells over 20 different fresh frozen

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GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BIRD IMPORTS 1:30pm to 2:00pm 140 Enterprise Pkwy – Boerne Bird Imports is a Classic and collectible automobile sales business with all eras of cars.They work with clients locally, nationwide and internationally to make their dream car come to life.

GBCC BOERNE AFTER 5 MIXER HOSTED BY BOARD & BRUSH 5:00pm to 7:00pm 206 West Highland Dr. – Boerne MARCH 6 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CHRISTIAN JOB CORPS OF KENDALL COUNTY 11:30am to 12:00pm Boerne Hill Country Family YMCA Admin Trailer

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MARCH 13 ROLLICKING IRISH TALES & LEGENDS WITH JANE MCDANIEL 10:00am to 11:00am Patrick Heath Public Library Youth Activity Room 451 North Main Street – Boerne Born in Limerick, Ireland, Jane settled in Texas in 1993. Although she left her homeland behind, she carried in her heart a treasure trove of Celtic lore and story. Jane will share rollicking tales of Irish country folk, Celtic myths, and stories filled with imagination, superstition and traditions passed from generation to generation. A four-year national champion in Irish storytelling. She visits Ireland every summer, collecting stories to share with boys and girls here in Texas. continued on page 20

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Oliver “Ollie” Norman – Wealth Advisor, Covenant

Going through a divorce ranks as the second highest stress inducing life event a person will ever experience, just slightly below the death of a close family member.

A divorce not only causes major emotional trauma, but individuals also face complex financial challenges associated with the change in their life's circumstances. Let’s look at some of the common financial mistakes people often make when going through a divorce and suggestions to alleviate even more stress during this life changing event.

1. FAILURE TO ESTABLISH A BUDGET Key questions include: • What realistic purchases do I need to make?

• Do I have enough income to maintain my home and the lifestyle to which I'm accustomed?

• Is there anything I need to give up?

2. NEGLECTING TO IDENTIFY SHORT AND LONG TERM FINANCIAL GOALS Establish a roadmap outlining your goals by asking these questions: • What is my desired retirement date?

• What savings are needed for my children’s college education?

• Do I have an emergency fund established?

3. FAILURE TO CONSIDER ATTORNEY'S FEES Average legal fees associated with divorce proceedings range from approximately $15,000 to upwards of $100,000 for more complicated marital estates. In addition, there may also be fees incurred for redrafting legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney and guardianships.

• Be mindful of costs • Plan and write down your questions in advance and have an agenda of what’s important to you. For example, is it worth spending hours of legal fees negotiating over a movie poster?

4. NOT FULLY UNDERSTANDING THE REALITY OF NEW FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES • Before the settlement, make sure you understand the implications & limitations of your new financial picture.

• Establish exactly what income you will be receiving after the settlement and how it will be taxed.

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• Know the tax implications and/or potential penalties for making withdrawals from certain investment and retirement accounts.

• Understand how the divorce will affect your health insurance benefits.

• Will you need to get further education to enter the workforce?

• Will you qualify for spousal benefits through social security?

• Understand your responsibility for shared debts.

5. NOT GETTING ORGANIZED • Know what you own and what you owe; divorce attorneys will require this information.

• After the divorce, review and update your beneficiary designations on retirement plans and life insurance policies, wills and trusts.

Seeking a qualified financial advisor that adheres to a fiduciary standard is a good first step to help walk you through this challenging time in your life. BBM

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AMY BIERSTEDT

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SMALL BUSINESS OWNER, SHOP LOCAL SUPPORTER, HANDMADE ENTHUSIAST

by Lauren Stumberg | photos by Shutter-Happy Photography

Amy Bierstedt has a passion for handmade items. Not only are the products that she sells at her own business, From Scratch Farm, handmade, but she has now opened up her location on north Main Street in Boerne to other makers as well. The newly reimagined store is now the home of Handmade on Main.

“I love supporting my fellow makers and small business owners,” said Bierstedt. “From Scratch Farm was solely occupying the space, but there was plenty of room to add more vendors and create a really fun handmade co-op. A place where shoppers

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looking for handmade products can come and find so many great things in one spot!” Handmade on Main’s current vendors include From Scratch Farm, Doubleside Toffee Co., Bear & Roo Candle Co., Craft Tree and Dusty Square Designs. “We love that each of us offer such diverse products. It makes for a really fun shopping experience with so many different things to choose from. We have natural home and body products, candy, candles, children’s toys and even wall art,” said Bierstedt.

Amy began her handmade journey about seven years ago

when she began creating products that care for you and your home, made with the most natural and simple ingredients she can find. According to Bierstedt, “I went through my home and looked at the products that I was using. If I could make it better I did.” In fact, the products created at From Scratch Farm consist of about two to six ingredients, all of which are natural, non-toxic and almost always contain essential oils and never any dyes or perfumes.

The From Scratch Farm products include items to cleanse and freshen your home, pamper and moisturize your skin, and refresh your soul. There are lip

balms, vapor rubs, body scrubs, soaps, room sprays, laundry detergents and allpurpose cleaners just to name a few.

“We offer low-cost refills on many of our products too! This is a great way to restock on your favorite products without the waste of needing a new container,” she said.

Amy also began carrying additional sustainable products that compliment the From Scratch Farm line. Sleep masks, stainless steel straws, tote bags and luffa sponges are just a some of the fun, green products that have been added.

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Scratch Farm on social media. “I try to inspire my followers to live a bit more green, to eat cleaner, home cooked meals, that sort of thing.

One of my favorite ways to do that is through recipes or celebrating fun, quirky holidays. As I began to observe these holidays such as National Ice Cream Day or National Margarita Day, I noticed that there was no National Handmade Day, so of course I had to make one!” said Amy. According to Bierstedt, the app that she was using to find out about these holidays actually had an application form. She filled it out, it got approved and just like that she created National Handmade Day, which is celebrated every first Saturday in April! “This year we are having an event to celebrate National Handmade Day here at Handmade on Main. The event is April 4th and will be a celebration of makers, making and all things handmade! Come for the fiesta (chips, queso, margaritas) and stay for the fun!” The event will feature a few make and take bath and body projects, and Craft Tree will offer intro to crochet lessons! Next Door at Gina Marie’s Art Studio will be a fiesta-themed art or craft project and Waligora Signs will be offering a special custom-sign

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class. Rambling Rose will also be on-site selling women’s clothing.

Keep watch on social media for even more fun announcements too!

From Scratch Farm is preparing for a busy spring as well! In addition to the National Handmade Day event, Bierstedt will be participating in numerous markets throughout San Antonio and the hill country.

As much as Bierstedt loves handmade, she also loves small businesses.

“As the owner of a small business, I know how much it means to me and my family when people choose to shop with me. I need my business to do well, to support my kids and set a good example for them. I am trying to teach my sons the importance of shopping small and have really shifted my purchasing habits. I realize how hard it is to get people through the door and I not only want to encourage everyone to shop small, but I want to practice what I preach,” said Amy. “Through shopping small, I not only get to support my fellow local businesses, but I have created so many wonderful friendship and connections.”

Some of those connections Bierstedt is referring to are members of the local Boerne Retailers’ group. “I have never felt such support for my business as with this group,” she said. The Boerne Retailers’ Group organized their first Style Show &

Shopping Event last fall and it was a huge success. Bierstedt, who has been an integral part of this event, is one of the main organizers and head marketing person for the event. “The Boerne Retailers’ Style Show & Shopping Event was the brainchild of Joli Boutique and is a fantastic way for the Boerne community to come together, support local businesses and raise money for a fantastic charity, the Kendall County Women’s Shelter. It has grown and this year will have even more fashion on the runway, more pop-up shops and an exclusive after party with music from The Klocks! It takes place on March 21st, be sure to get your tickets!”

Through all of her hard work, Amy hopes to inspire others to join her in her support of the shop small and shop local movement.

Bierstedt ends by saying, “Being a business owner is hard. Doing it as a woman, in what has been a man’s world, is harder. For me, doing it as a maker and single mom has been the most difficult thing I’ve ever done. I am shouting from the rooftops that Boerne is an amazing place to spend the day and shop because it SO matters to me! And my retailer friends! You will find that you can’t beat the superb customer service, unique products and warm hearts you will find along the way.”BBM

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MARCH 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d MARCH 14 JEWELRY MAKING: SHAGGY LOOP EARRINGS 10:30am to 1:30pm Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N. Main – Boerne REGISTRATION REQUIRED by calling Robin at 249-3053. Space is limited. Ages 18 & up please. A fun morning learning to make shaggy loop earrings from artist Jacqueline Stensrud!

SPARTAN RACE All Day Joshua Springs Park and Preserve 716 FM 289 – Comfort Build a team of friends or family and head out for the Spartan Race in the mud! Journey through the obstacle course for time or for fun. Groups of women, men and all ages are released into the course throughout the morning of the race.

Challenge yourself and see what you're made of!

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KUHLMANN-KING MUSEUM TOUR 12:00pm to 3:00pm | 402 E. Blanco Road – Boerne The Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when”.

Open every Second Saturday of each month. Please email pegazeus45-bahps@yahoo.com to schedule a personalized tour.

SECOND SATURDAY BLUEGRASS JAM 1:00pm to 3:00pm | The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural! (Formerly the Agricultural Heritage Museum) This event is free and open to the public.

MARCH 14-15 BOERNE MARKET DAYS 10am to 5pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday Main Plaza | 100 N. Main Street – Boerne Since 1850, Main Plaza has been a center point of trade for the people of Boerne. In the present day, on the second weekend of every month, Main Plaza is home to an outdoor market that blends the traditions of the Texas Hill Country with the creations of today’s culture. Hundreds of festive booths display everything from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern innovations.

MARCH 17 SAINT PATRICK’S DAY BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS:THE TAP PACK 7:30pm Boerne Champion High School Auditorium 201 Charger Boulevard – Boerne Inspired by the infamous “Rat Pack”, the famous talents of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Junior,THE TAP PACK is a high-energy performance of mind-blowing tap dancing, smooth vocals, a swinging live jazz band and witty on-stage banter.This new, highly entertaining act, features five of Australia’s finest tap dancing performers that storm the stage bringing a new, invigorating energy to a timeless style. boerneperformingarts.com for more info!

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MARCH 19 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR PRETTY POSH BOUTIQUE 11:30am to 12:00pm The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce 121 South Main Street – Boerne Pretty Posh Boutique is a non-profit organization which accepts donations of gently used formal wear, dresses, shoes, and accessories and donates them to teens in need in the Hill Country area.

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February 8th just may have been Boerne’s sweetest day of the year! On that day, the annual Boerne Chocolate Walk took place and event ticket holders flocked to the Hill Country Mile to shop and gather up their chocolate treats from the participating stores. The walk allowed participants to visit firsthand Boerne’s unique stores, galleries and restaurants.

Each year, tickets for the Boerne Chocolate Walk sell out quickly and each ticket includes a map of the participating businesses, a bag to collect your treats and a raffle ticket. As ticket holders shop downtown Boerne, they make sure to visit each participating location, receive their special treat, and once they have visited all the stores they then returned the raffle ticket for a chance to win some very nice prizes that were donated by the participating store owners.

This year’s participating locations were: The Flower Shop, From Scratch Farm, Mommy 2B, Salty and Sweet, Soda Pops, Black Rifle Coffee, Pixie, La Te Da, Laurie Saunders, Jolie Boutique, Maker’s Place, Lady Lina Vintage Home and Floral, Texas Gourmet Pantry, Corner Cartel, Bear Moon Bakery and Café, The Pearl Antler, The Sanctuary for the Vintage Soul, Calamity Jane’s, Shopping with Siobhain, Flashback Funtiques, Boutique Chloe Rose, The Christmas Shoppe, The Victorian Rose, The Dienger Trading Co. and Southern Voice.

A fun time was had by all at the 2020 Boerne Chocolate Walk!

Be sure to mark your calendars for next year’s event! BBM

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Looking for a fun filled way to take your next party or event up a notch? Why not give the ladies of Haute Air Balloon Art and Party Design a call!

Ariel Forren and Holly Kallemyn met while working on the Board of the Fabra Elementary PTO. The duo found themselves always teaming up to bring their big visions for school events to life and eventually decided to turn this hobby into a business! With five kids between the two, they have plenty of experience planning and decorating for birthday parties and events. For years, friends and family have turned to Ariel and Holly for decorating at wedding showers, baby showers and parties.

Give them an idea and they’ll make it come to life!

Holly and Ariel begin their party planning process by working to understand the wants, needs and vision of each customer. Once those goals have been established, they can offer a variety of options and price points. When it comes time for the installation, the two work hard from start to finish to make sure their customers are totally satisfied!

Haute Air is excited and ready to make your next event the talk of the town! BBM

Be Sure to Look for Haute Air’s Amazing Balloon Creations at the Upcoming Boerne Retailers’ Style Show & Shopping Event!

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Whether business or pleasure, Haute Air has the connections and experience to make your next event a shining star!

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MARCH 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d MARCH 19 JEWELRY MAKING: BEAD MAKING 5:00pm to 7:00pm 451 N. Main – Boerne REGISTRATION REQUIRED by calling Robin at 249-3053. Space is limited and designed for adults aged 18 & up. A fun evening of clay jewelry bead making with artist Jacqueline Stensrud.

A THIRST FOR NATURE EVENT 7:00pm to 9:00pm Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne Every third Thursday of the month, the Cibolo Nature Center hosts a specially themed Thirst for Nature event where you can learn about the different plant and wildlife of Boerne and the Hill Country's surrounding areas. Sip on an adult beverage made to match the theme for that month for those who are of age, or choose the non-alcoholic version for the kiddos! $10 for Adults, $5-Kids Under 6 Free!

LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY 7:00pm Patrick Heath Public Library Amphitheater 451 N. Main Street – Boerne Every third Thursday of the month, join the Patrick Heath Public Library for Live! At The Library! A live performance always takes place on the amphitheater stage (weather permitting), bringing lively

music and culture to Boerne. March program will feature the Texas Hill Country Band "ShAnnie."

They describe their style as "Americana." Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics if you like!

MARCH 20 BOERNE SKATE BATTLE 4:00pm to 6:00pm Boerne Skate Park 524 Adler St. – Boerne Cost: $10 MARCH 21 OUTDOOR FAMILY FAIR 10:00am to 2:00pm Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne This community focused event provides Kendall County families the opportunity to enjoy and learn about local services and organizations that are available in Boerne and surrounding areas.There will be entertainment and fun activities available for the whole family at this event! Free Event.

JEWELRY MAKING: BEAD LOOM BRACELETS 10:30am to 1:30pm 451 N. Main – Boerne REGISTRATION REQUIRED by calling Robin at 249-3053. Space is limited and class is designed for adults 18 and up. A fun morning learning to use a bead loom with artist Jacqueline Stensrud!

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BOERNE RETAILERS' STYLE SHOW AND SHOPPING EVENT 6:00pm to 9:00pm The Bevy Hotel Boerne 101 Herff Road – Boerne Join the Boerne Retailers for a fun-filled girls night out as representatives from participating local shops strut their stuff down the catwalk, showcasing some of Boerne's trendiest fashions. Enjoy some prerunway shopping with the local retailers as well!

Participating shops include:The Christmas Shoppe Traditions at the Depot, Celeste, From Scratch Farm, Gallery 195 of Boerne, Joli Boutique, La Te Da, Mommy 2B,The Pearl Antler, Pixie, Plaza Taxco, Rustic Heart Resale & Vintage Treasures,Tootie Pie Co., Wheeler’s Western Outfitters & Boutique!

Boerneretailersstyleandshop.com for ticket info!

HOT ROD NIGHT KICK OFF EVENT 6:30pm Soda Pops Patio Grill and Bar 103 N. Main Street – Boerne Head out for an evening of live music, delicious diner eats, sweet treats and of course...LOTS of classic hot rods on display! Hot Rod Nights are reminiscent of old-fashioned street parties. Dates are subject to change due to weather.

CONCERT IN THE CAVE: RUDI & THE RUDIMENTS 7:00pm

Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Road – Boerne Step into the wonders of Cave Without A Name's Queen's Throne Room for a Concert in the Cave!

You'll love the natural sound of the acoustics ringing through the centuries-old stalactites and stalagmites. $30 in advance; $35 at the door MARCH 21-22 CARSON & BARNES CIRCUS 2 Showings Each Day: 2PM & 5PM Kendall County Fairgrounds 1307 River Road – Boerne, From amazing acrobats to elephants, Carson & Barnes Circus has it all! Head out to the Kendall County Fairgrounds for this real live circus experience!

MARCH 24 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers MARCH 26 HILL COUNTRY NETWORKING LUNCHEON PRESENTED BY BEC 11:30am to 1:00pm Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club 7900 Fair Oaks Pkwy – Fair Oaks Ranch RSVP is Required - Registration is $35 MARCH 28 8TH ANNUAL KCFA COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE 8:00am to 3:00pm Kendall County Fairgrounds 1307 River Road – Boerne Come out to the Kendall County Fairgrounds for this community garage sale event! Find treasures like antiques, tools, games, sporting gear, exercise equipment, art, kitchen ware and more!

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BLUEGRASS JAM AT THE AGRICULTURAL 1:00pm to 3:00pm The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second and fourth Saturdays of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural!

(Formerly the Agricultural Heritage Museum) This event is free and open to the public.

THE AGRICULTURAL GALA: 2 BIG BANDS BARN DANCE 6:00pm to 10:00pm The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne The Boerne Village Band will begin the evening with 1940’s tunes like you’ve never heard them play before.The 16 member Lone Star Swing Orchestra will headline the evening with their Swing Dancing style music and singing by Bill Smallwood and the Dillard Sisters.There will be lots of dancing, door prizes, fundraising, games and more!

ROCK ON - DENIM & DIAMONDS 7:00pm to 11:00pm Kendall County Youth Agriculture & Equestrian Center The Boerne Education Foundation invites you to Rock On Denim and Diamonds, their annual fundraising event.The event includes a delicious, continued on page 29

THE RIGHT AUDIENCE FOR YOUR BOERNE BUSINESS! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? CALL (210) 219-6735 OR EMAIL ADVERTISE@DISTINCT-GRAPHICS.COM FOR MORE INFO ON ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS IN BOERNE BUSINESS MONTHLY. boernebusinessmonthly.com

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A YOUNG DEAF CEO WITH HER NONPROFIT TEAM OF ALL WOMEN SERVICE 229 DEAF CHILDREN IN TIME FOR THEIR 5TH BIRTHDAY

Aid the Silent has been breaking through barriers since its inception in 2015. Most nonprofits fail within the first three years and many odds were stacked against this organization that services deaf and hard-of-hearing children and teenagers. The founder was just 18 years old in 2015 and the main goal was to give hearing aids and resources to 10 children a year. The staff now consists of six women and in 2019 serviced 229 deaf and hard-of-hearing children and teenagers with resources such as classroom equipment, hearing aids, summer camps in Colorado and across Texas, ASL lessons and speech therapy.

Aid the Silent was able to grant 16 Educator Enrichment applications for teachers of the deaf across San Antonio and surrounding areas to equip their classrooms with missing curriculum, provide full accessibility for entire field trips, as well as fund continued education conferences specializing in deaf education.

The impact was astounding once the team sat down and calculated the 229 lives directly impacted from these tools and resources. These children are given equal access to education, camping experiences, social activities and deep meaningful relationship through communication and language that changes the trajectory of their lives.

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greatest supporters of Aid the Silent at our upcoming Annual Gala. I sat on my office floor in tears to count a total number of deaf and hard-of-hearing children we directly impacted in 2019,” said Executive Director and Founder Emma Faye Rudkin. “This is a miracle we are living out, a part of a grander rescue operation for deaf children. It is truly beyond my wildest dreams for my 18-year-old self, terrified and young to start Aid the Silent. Here’s the message… do what is scary, do what no else is doing, say “yes”, show up, be faithful. Be 18 and terrified and say “yes” to the God-size dream.”

The nonprofit celebrated five years at the Witte Museum on February 28th during their Annual Gala. A special night that not only highlighted the needs among the deaf and hardof-hearing population but also honored military members and veterans who are coming home with hearing loss as their #1 war injury. SSG (Ret.) Shilo Harris was the keynote speaker and shared his experience of surviving an explosion that not only severely burned over 35% of his body but also caused significant hearing loss. Many donors came forth and bought seven tables that were donated to our men and women in service and honored them on this night. The master of ceremony, Ursula Pari, anchor for KSAT12 and host/speaker of the event, Emma Faye Rudkin, also spoke on how hearing loss has affected their lives. The event was completely deaf accessible with ASL

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interpretation and live captioning to show“HERE’STHE MESSAGE… case to businesses sponsoring and those attending how to create equal access for DO WHAT IS SCARY, deaf and hard-of-hearing members of our DO WHAT NO ELSE society and inspire more hires for people who have a disability.

IS DOING, SAY “YES”, The night also honored those in the San Antonio community who make such a difSHOW UP, BE FAITHFUL. ference for those with hearing loss. Those BE 18 AND TERRIFIED honored were Gordan Hartman of Morgan’s Wonderland as Difference Maker of the AND SAY “YES” TO THE Year. Audicles Hearing Services as Industry GOD-SIZE DREAM.” Leader and Ashley Garcia of Children’s Hospital Santa Rosa as Advocate of the - EMMA FAYE RUDKIN Year. Among these honorees was local deaf artist, Jacob Garcia, who was awarded Inspirational Role Model of the Year for his gift of mentoring and volunteering to help younger deaf and hard-of-hearing teens. BBM ABOUT AID THE SILENT:

*Tiffany Joslin *Rene Campbell (210) 394-4399 (210) 542-0148

Jim Campbell (210) 838-1896

Steven Karam (210) 414-0105

Aid the Silent helps deaf and hard-of-hearing children and teens receive equal access to opportunity by providing financial assistance to enhance communication methods; gain access to education resources; and to improve their overall health, both mental and physical, that leads to individual growth socially, educationally and spiritually. We hope you’ll join us for Aid the Silent’s efforts to advocate for equal access to communication through accessibility and inclusion. With your help, we can make a difference in the lives of deaf/hard-of-hearing children and teens!

aidthesilent.com Wiley & Kathy Cloud, Brokers (830) 755-8693 | (210) 710-6601

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pictured (left to right): Ursala Pari, Master of Ceremony; Keynote Speaker SSG (Ret.) Shilo Harris

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Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce February 2020 Ribbon Cuttings

STRONG IN 15 We were super excited to welcome Strong in 15 into the Chamber!

Strong in 15 is located at 138 Old San Antonio Road, Suite 301 in Boerne and is an exercise lab designed to restore and improve your body with personal workouts in under 15 minutes each week.

You will receive personal coaching which are by appointment only.

Check out Strong in 15’s website at Strongin15.com or give them a call at (830) 431-0486 to learn more!

TOOTLE LAW, PLLC We were super excited to welcome Tootle Law, PLLC into the Chamber with a ribbon cutting! Tootle Law is a local law firm located in Boerne, Texas which practices Family Law, Estate Planning, Probate, and Business law. Visit Tootle Law’s website at Tootlelawfirm.com or give Deena Herndon-Tootle a call at (830) 433-7660 to learn more!

SALVADOR DOBBS, LLC Congratulations Salvador Dobbs on celebrating your 2 Year Anniversary today! We had a blast getting to celebrate them with a ribbon cutting and shots this afternoon! Salvador Dobbs is a local Cocktails & Bar which has live music every weekend starting at 8 pm and Karaoke night every Thursday. You can enjoy your cocktails while playing at the pool table, shuffleboard, corn hole, darts, or dancing and swinging on the outdoor patio swings. For your next night out or nice cold drink, stop by Salvador Dobbs located at 512 River Road! Be sure to check out their website salvadordobbs.com and like/follow their facebook page to see what events they have coming up.

SILBER BREWING CO We hope you’re as excited as we are to welcome Silber Brewing Company into the Chamber officially! Congrats on your Ribbon Cutting, Silber Brewing Co.! Silber Brewing is a small-batch brewery making beers that showcase high-quality ingredients. The styles that they enjoy brewing range widely from traditional ales to experimental and extreme beers like IPAs, Kettle and blended sour beers and stouts of all types. Stop by Silber Brewing Company for a beer tasting at 39 Rust Lane in Boerne, Texas. Check out their website silberbrewing.com for many upcoming events as well.

HILL COUNTRY ANIMAL LEAGUE & THRIFT STORE RENOVATION/EXPANSION Congratulations to The Hill Country Animal League & Thrift Store on your 14th year Anniversary! We got to celebrate with them with a ribbon cutting! Hill Country Animal League offers affordable spay, neuter and preventive care services to animals in the greater Hill country area.

They are a 501c3 non-profit organization and they accept donations of any kind for the hospital. Stop by their office (924 N. Main St.) for a tour of their remodeled facility or to learn more about what they are doing in our community! Be sure to check out Hill Country Animal League & Thrift Store’s website hcaltx.org and their facebook page for upcoming events and specials.

SPORTS MEDICINE AND ASSOCIATES OF SAN ANTONIO We had a blast getting to officially welcome Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio into our Chamber with a ribbon cutting!

Sports Medicine Associates is a collective group of San Antonio’s Top Orthopedic Surgeons and Sports Medicine Physicians. As experts in their field, they treat a variety of sports medicine issues, orthopedics, and primary care medicine needs for patients in all conditions. Interested in learning more? Give Sports Medicine and Associates of San Antonio a call today at (210) 699-8326 or visit their website at sportsmedsa.com!

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MARCH 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d catered dinner from Don Strange of Texas, a message from Boerne ISD Superintendent Dr. Price, and the announcement of the Boerne ISD Teachers of the Year. Silent and live auction items, Raise the Paddle campaign and music by Satellite will conclude the evening. For ticket info visit, boerneeducationfoundation.org or call 830-357-2008.

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MARCH 31 10 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR SMALL BUSINESS 8:30am to 9:30am The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce 121 South Main Street – Boerne Learn 10 Ways to Protect your Small Business presented by Jane Lehman with Legal Shield while enjoying Mary's Tacos and Coffee! Free Event!

APRIL 2 SPRING DIVA NIGHT 5:00pm to 9:00pm Hill Country Mile – Boerne The best girls night out in Downtown Boerne is back! Spring Diva Night will be bursting with everything you love from your favorite shops including later shopping hours, cocktails, delicious bites, music and more. It's the perfect night out with friends and is great for some mother/daughter quality time too. Come out and support your local businesses with a night of fun shopping.

APRIL 4 NATIONAL HANDMADE DAY See Article on Page 16 for info on the fun celebration planned at Handmade on Main!

4TH ANNUAL BOERNE BIERFEST 11:00am to 7:00pm The AgriCultural 102 City Park Road – Boerne $30 in advance, $35 at the door Your ticket gets you 10 pours in your sampling stein from 25+ of the best craft breweries in Texas. But beer is just part of the fun--they will also serve up great food, live music, games, art displays and an auction of beer-related art from professional artists--all benefiting Hill Country Council for the Arts.

SPRING FESTIVAL & CRAWFISH BOIL WITH EASTER BUNNY & HUNT 2:00pm to 9:00pm Don Strange Ranch 103 Waring Welfare Road – Boerne

Enjoy a crawfish boil, live music, pictures with the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt and a charity auction benefiting Texas Hunters for Heroes!

Prices Vary, See Website.

APRIL 4-5 BOERNE PARADE OF ARTISTS 10am to 6pm on Saturday; 11am to 4pm on Sunday Hill Country Mile – Boerne Gallery 195 of Boerne, Carriage House Gallery,Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery, and Mudworks Pottery as well as yet to be determined locations that BPA members that are not currently represented by a Boerne gallery will exhibit their art.

APRIL 7 Boerne Performing Arts: MOMIX 7:30pm Boerne Champion High School Auditorium 201 Charger Boulevard – Boerne MOMIX transports audiences from their everyday lives to a fantasy world through its trademark use of magical lighting and imagery. MOMIX has thrilled fans in over 22 countries and has been featured on stage, screen and television. In an endless search for another gravity, Artistic Director Moses Pendleton combines athletic dance, riveting music, outrageous costumes, inventive props and pure talent to create an entertaining multimedia experience that will surprise, enchant and astonish.

APRIL 24-25 BOERNE HANDMADE MARKET SPRING EVENT All Day Cana Ballroom 202 W. Kronkosky Street – Boerne Boerne Handmade Market (or BHM) is a bi-annual, handmade only market. Coffee bar, snacks, food trucks and kids activities.VIP Night ticket includes 80+ handmade vendors refreshments, cupcakes, giveaways, mini craft class, mini massage, craft table, and more! Saturday ticket includes 80+ handmade vendors, coffee bar, food vendors and more!

APRIL 25 THE BOERNE GARDEN CLUB’S ANNUAL PLANT SALE 9:00am to 2:00pm Main Plaza – Boerne Veggies, Herbs, Succulents, Native Plants, Cactus, House Plants and more! Come make a donation by buying a plant! All proceeds go to “Beautify Boerne.” BBM

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AVESTÉE WOMEN’S IMAGING CENTER OF BOERNE MOVES TO SOBO MEDICAL BUILDING

Avestée Women’s Imaging Center of Boerne is proud to announce the opening of its new center at 112 Herff Road Suite 350. “We are fortunate to find such a nice space which will help us grow and continue to ensure our patients are receiving the utmost benefits and dedication in women’s imaging. The response from our patients in Boerne has continued to be a resounding thank you,” said Dr. Suzanne Dabbous.

Avestée Women’s Imaging Centers specialize in both screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, body ultra-

sounds and ultrasound-guided biopsy/fine needle aspiration.

Founder Dr. Suzanne Dabbous is a board certified radiologist and a San Antonio native. She initially opened Avestée Women’s Imaging of Alamo Heights in 2013 and subsequent centers in 2016 in Boerne and Westover Hills in 2017.

The new center will allow Dr. Dabbous to continue pursuing her dream of providing the best imaging technology in a welcoming and comfortable setting for women.BBM

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