Boerne Business Monthly - October 2021

Volume 14, Issue 04: October 2021

Insurance, Done Differently.

DON’T PUT YOUR RETIREMENT IN JEOPARDY

BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

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publisher's note October is here and fall is officially in full swing. I’m looking forward to pumpkin patches, cooler weather and Halloween costumes – there is lots of fun to be had this month! Be sure to check out the Calendar of Events so you don’t miss any of the local events that celebrate the season.

This issue features Sonora Insurance Group, a local insurance agency that got its start right here in Boerne. Turn to page 16 to learn what sets Sonora Insurance apart and what President of SIG, David Soldano has in store for the future of the agency.

Also in October, the Key to the Hills Rod Run celebrates its 35th year! I just love the sights, sounds and colors of those stunning hot rods as they line Main Street each year. Read more about the history of the event on page 22.

Something else that is exciting is that Boerne Performing Arts has announced the lineup for their 10th Season. They will once again be bringing top-notch performances right here to Boerne. Be sure to get your tickets and read all about the upcoming season on page 26.

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contents 08: finances

Don’t Put Your Retirement in “Jeopardy”

Renee Campbell

by Justin Pawl, CFA, CAIA, CFP®

Robin McCall Dallenbach

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10: calendar

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14: ribbon cuttings 16: cover feature

Sonora Insurance Group: Insurance Done Differently.

Jim Campbell

22: event

Steven Karam

35th Annual Key to the Hills Rod Run

26: the arts

Boerne Performing Arts Announces 10th Season

28: fun facts

24: time

Balancing Act: How’s Your Work/Life Balance?

Wiley Cloud Kathy Cloud Owner/Brokers

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Don’t Put Your Retirement in “Jeopardy”

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Do you know what the following days have in common?

• July 16, 1990 • July 19, 1998 • September 4, 2000 • October 9, 2007 • September 20, 2018 • February 19, 2020 It's not an easy question, but if this was the Jeopardy gameshow, the correct response would be, "What are the dates when the S&P 500 peaked before a selloff of -15% or more?”

OK, let’s try another round of Jeopardy: The answer is “0%.”

The appropriate Jeopardy question would be, “What is the percentage of investors that correctly anticipate when market selloffs will start and how far markets will fall?”

I know you’re probably saying to yourself that you’ve read, watched, or listened to professional investors who say they sidestepped the big market selloffs or even made a lot of money when the market crashed. My first observation is that individuals tend to have a selective memory of their historical investing track record. It's only natural for people to remember the good decisions and forget the bad decisions.

So, I'm skeptical of the number of talking heads claiming victory during these very difficult market environments. My second observation is that while some investors profited during these nerve-shattering market declines, they often lost a lot of money (and time) waiting for the selloff to start.

And, while they may have profited in the actual selloff, not one of them knew where the market would bottom out. Therefore, an investor fortunate enough to be positioned correctly at the beginning of a selloff had to make two correct decisions to keep their profits: when to sell and when to buy again.

The odds of getting those calls right are

by Justin Pawl, CFA, CAIA, CFP® astronomically low.

Let’s try one more question: What emotions do you feel during market selloffs and rallies, and do those emotions influence your investment decisions? The answer should be an emphatic "No," but we're human. Feelings of joy and despair are unavoidable, but successful investors avoid making emotional decisions. I can think of no better example than that of Peter Lynch’s Fidelity Magellan Fund. During the 13 years of Peter Lynch’s management, the Fidelity Magellan Fund generated annual returns averaging 29%. However, according to Fidelity Investments, the average investor lost money in the fund because of their reaction to the strategy's volatility – i.e., they sold after the fund experienced large losses and bought after large gains.

It's very easy to get caught up in shortterm market movements and lose perspective on the potential long-term benefits of staying invested. But, as the Magellan Fund exemplifies, doing so can be hazardous to your wealth. It’s also worth remembering that there are no guaranteed returns in investing and that nobody has a crystal ball to accurately predict market movements.

Market volatility is unavoidable, and, as a result, so are emotional responses. But making investment decisions based on those emotions is avoidable.

The first step in avoiding the peril of emotional decisions is creating a portfolio that combines your financial goals with your ability and willingness to take risk.

The second step, which many find more challenging than the first step, is to have the discipline to stick to your portfolio plan through the inevitable ups and downs of the market. This is a simple formula to reach your financial goals, but one that is incredibly difficult for most investors to follow.

In this regard, a financial advisor can be an important ally. As with many things in

life, we can often achieve our goals faster with a coach or a mentor. Elite athletes hire specialist training coaches and sports psychologists to help them reach their maximum potential. However, their potential can only be reached when they are calm and “in the zone” during periods of extreme stress. Many successful professionals hire a “career coach” to help them navigate obstacles and opportunities in their business lives. Even the “best of the best” recognize they can benefit from an expert’s wisdom and objective advice. They rely on professionals to provide perspective and discipline during the tough times that keep them on the path to their goals.

Just as with successful relationships between coaches and athletes, there must be a good fit between the investor and the financial advisor. As in any relationship, trust is vital. And that trust is built over time.

The best financial advisors provide six core values: 1. Organization: Help bring order to your financial life.

2. Accountability: Help you follow through on financial commitments.

3. Objectivity: Bring insights from the outside to help you avoid emotionally driven decisions in important money matters.

4. Proactivity: Work with you to anticipate your life transitions and be financially prepared for them.

5. Education: Explore what specific knowledge will be needed to succeed in your situation.

6. Partnership: Help you achieve the best life possible by working with you to make this possible.

You may be surprised that investment returns that “beat the market” are not a core valueadd from a trusted financial advisor. There's a fundamental reason for that. A trusted advisor will work with you to develop a portfolio that is unique to your specific goals and objec-

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tives, not bragging rights at the next cocktail party. Moreover, the advisor will ensure you remain focused on your long-term goals and minimize emotional swings as markets ebb and flow. By minimizing mistakes, your capital has the potential to compound growth at a higher rate than if in some years you beat the market, and in other years you dramatically underperform because you try to time the market and sell or buy at the wrong time. Indeed, a survey conducted by Dimensional Fund Advisors highlights the emotional value of a trusted financial advisory relationship.

Source: Dimensional Fund Advisors

I’ll conclude this article with one final round of Jeopardy: Answer: “Everyone” Question: “Who can benefit from speaking with a financial advisor?”

An introductory meeting with a financial advisor shouldn’t cost you any more than your time. And that time may end up being one of the best investments you ever make. BBM

JUSTIN PAWL CFA, CAIA, CFP® Justin Pawl is a partner and managing director of Covenant. As the firm’s Chief Investment Officer, Justin leads all client strategy efforts and serves as the head of Covenant’s investment committee. An investment strategist with a focus on risk management, he is responsible for Covenant’s strategy research, manager due diligence, and portfolio construction.

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October EVERY SATURDAY A DAY AT THE FARM 9:00am to 1:00pm Historic Herff Farm | 33 Herff Rd – Boerne The Farmers Market at the Herff Farm is an open-air farmers market on the historic Herff Farm. You can buy products directly from local growers, ranchers, and crafters on a beautiful historic German farmstead in the Texas Hill Country. Explore their fenced gardens, pollinator meadow, and trails, and see the historic limestone Herff House.

Calendar of Events

OCTOBER 8 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BITCOIN BRANCHES US 11:00am to 11:30am 121 S. Main St. – Boerne

OCTOBER 8-10 35TH ANNUAL KEY TO THE HILLS ROD RUN Friday: Get-Together & Dinner for registered event par ticipants, 4:00 to 7:00pm Saturday: Car show from 8:00am - 4:00pm, followed by an evening Hill Country cruise.

Sunday: Church service at 9:30am Awards at 11:00am Main Plaza and the Hill Country Mile 100 N. Main St. – Boerne Star t your engines! Texas' largest pre-'49 Rod Run is happening in Boerne for the 35th year!

The Hill Country Mile and Main Plaza will be lined with hundreds of colorful coupes, sedans, and roadsters from all over the country! Shop from a variety of vendors and chat it up with car guys and gals from all over. Free to attend the show, $25 fee for Friday event and car entry.

OCTOBER 89 PATRIOT BBQ & CHARITY RAFFLE 1:00pm to 8:00pm Tusculum Brewing Company 236 S. Main St. – Boerne $20 BBQ/Raffle Combined Ticket $10 Raffle Only Ticket www.boernepatriotbbq.com/services

OCTOBER 9 HOPSTRASSE BOERNE'S OKTOBERFEST 11:00am to 5:00pm Boerne Breweries & the Hill Country Mile Boerne's Official Oktoberfest celebration on Main St. between River Rd. and Blanco Rd! Stick around after exploring Rod Run for this fantastic event! All three breweries will have live music,

German-inspired food and beer, German beer hall-style seating, games, and a special surprise guest to finish off the evening at The Dog and Pony Grille.

MUSIC IN THE CAVE: JOSEPH KUIPERS, A CELLO EVENT 7:00pm to 9:00pm Cave Without a Name Throne Room 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne The soulful voice of Joseph Kuipers on cello with a cello extravaganza! Advance until 5:00pm show day - $30; At the door - $35 OCTOBER 9 & 23 BLUEGRASS JAM AT THE AGRICULTURAL 11:00am to 1:00pm The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second and four th Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural!

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BOERNE GHOST STORIES 12:00pm to 3:00pm 402 E. Blanco Road – Boerne The Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the oppor tunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like "way back when". Back by popular demand! Meet some of Boerne’s popular ghosts and hear our town’s ghost stories.

OCTOBER 9-10 BOERNE MARKET DAYS Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm Main Plaza | 100 N. Main St. – Boerne On the second weekend of every month hundreds of festive booths display everything from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern innovations that will bring a smile of wonder to those who stroll past.

OCTOBER 10 BOERNE CONCERT BAND FALL CONCERT 7:00pm to 9:00pm Boerne High School 1 Greyhound Lane – Boerne Boerne Concer t Band presents "Chills & Thrills", a free Fall Concer t. Along with seasonal selections sure to give attendees chills and thrills, guest xylophonist Evan Jose will also be featured.

OCTOBER 11 COLUMBUS DAY KENDALL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT 9:00am to 11:00am Kendall County Cour thouse 201 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne OCTOBER 12 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEW YORK LIFE: JASON MADERO 11:30am to 12:00pm 121 S. Main St. –Boerne GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BRIDGEHEAD I.T. 1:30pm to 2:00pm 121 S. Main St. – Boerne OCTOBER 12 & 26

CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | Livestream Meeting See ci.boerne.tx us for link to meeting.

OCTOBER 13 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR MCCAMMON LAW, P.C.'S 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY 138 Old San Antonio Rd., Ste. 504 – Boerne OCTOBER 14 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR

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BOERNE AFTER 5 MIXER: HOSTED BY THE BEVY, A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON 5:00pm to 7:00pm 101 Herff Road – Boerne OCTOBER 15 Bat Walk & Night Hikes for Adults 7:00pm to 8:30pm 33 Herff Rd. – Boerne Join professional naturalist Jasmine Torrez and explore the Herff Farm to discover various living organisms that call it home. Get a chance to see native wildlife up close. Learn about both animal and plant species’ habitats, natural history, and how to identify them. Also, get a chance to use a bat detector to help identify our native bats. Please bring a flashlight and your water bottle. Face masks are required when in proximity of one another, but there will be plenty of space to keep proper distance on the hike. $10 per member ; $15 per non-member.

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OCTOBER 16 BARKTOBERFEST 10:00am to 5:00pm | Main Plaza Join the Hill Country Animal League at this first annual Oktoberfest-inspired festival! It will be complete with local beer vendors, music, food trucks, raffle prizes, pet adoptions, a petting zoo, doggy dash races, and more.

OCTOBER 15-31 BOERNE PUMPKIN PATCH 10:00am to 7:00pm The AgriCultural Museum and Ar ts Center 102 City Park Rd. – Boerne Get your Halloween pumpkin from a traditional pumpkin patch this year! Don't forget your camera and there will be fabulous photo ops around every corner including antique tractors and equipment.

The patch will be open until the 31st or until they are sold out.

This year's patch is coordinated by the worship team at First United Methodist Church. Free Admission.

OCTOBER 19 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY 215 West Bandera Rd., Suite 114-182 – Boerne GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR COVENANT PEST CONTROL 1:30pm to 2:00pm 39340 IH 10 W. Unit B – Boerne

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FOR LEASE:

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122 SCHEELE ROAD – $1,400,000 Great property on 6.37 acs (ag exempt). Hous, Garage Apartment, and workshop with 3 roll up doors and a weight room!

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3820 MARION ROAD. $3,900,000

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27875 DOS CERROS CR. – $610,000 Beautiful property in Windwood on 2.5 acres. Home has approx. 2253 s.f. of living area, a pool, beautiful grounds.

House could use a little TLC.

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101 CHAMA – $664,500

3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, approx. 2830 s.f.

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6 UPPER CIBOLO CREEK RD - $5,000 Like New! 3 bed, 2 bath home recently remodeled.

Approx. 2112 sf of living area on approx. 4 acres, fenced, and gated. Beautiful property. NO HORSES OR LIVESTOCK. Shown by appointment only.

8620 DELTA DAWN - $3,500

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HILL COUNTRY HOME TEAM The Hill Country Home Team is made up of husband and wife duo - Christopher and Autumn Wilke. Whether you need help with buying, selling or investing real estate, the Hill Country Home Team has you covered. Give them a call at (830) 305-6411 or go to thesahometeam.com to learn more!

BOERNE WINE TOURS The best way to enjoy Texas Hill Country wineries and breweries is to be driven in a private, luxury transportation. You and your group can leave the driving to Boerne Wine Tours! They offer a Luxury Ford Expedition XLT SUV which has room for up to 7 passengers and a Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van which has room for up to 11 passengers. Not sure where you and your group should go? Boerne Wine Tours even provides complimentary itinerary planning upon request. Go to Boerne Wine Tour’s website boernewinetours.com to learn more and schedule your next wine trip!

Z BREWZ BEER CO. GRAND OPENING Z BrewZ Beer Company is a new brew pub in Boerne, Texas. They offer delicious beer on tap, multiple delicious food options, cornhole, games for kids and live music Thursday - Sunday. Z BrewZ Beer Company is located at 39 Rust Lane Boerne, TX and be sure to visit their website zbrewzbeerco. com for more information on their upcoming events. Come out and help us welcome them to Boerne!

GIRL WITH GRIT Girl with Grit is a nonprofit program and makerspace that gives girls the skills to become strong women.They also offer co-ed community classes, camps and workshops. The mission of the Girl with Grit Program is to give girls and young women a safe space to grow their skills and confidence through mentors, and experiences that help develop life skills, career paths, and passions.

They are located at 102 E. Hosack in Boerne. Learn more about Girl with Grit’s amazing program by going to girlwithgrit.com or calling them at (830) 331-8728.

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY Messiah Lutheran Church’s mission is to continue to build God’s church in the Boerne area where all their fellowship and new families in the community can grow their relationship with Christ and with the family of God through worship, education, discipline and outreach. Go to messiahboerne.org, call (830) 755-4300 or stop by and visit them at 9401 Dietz Elkhorn Rd. to see what they are all about. º

TOYOTA OF BOERNE CERTIFIED COLLISION At the Toyota of Boerne Certified Collision Repair Center, they can repair anything from the simplest dent to major collision damage. with the latest in technology and equipment including frame machines, measuring systems, oxy-acetylene resistance, climate-controlled downdraft paint booths, and so much more! Stop by and check thwm out at 31205 I-10 Frontage Rd., Boerne.Call 210-630-4199 or go to toyotaofboerne. com/vic-vaughan-toyota-of-boerne-certified-collisioncenter to schedule your service!

APIRRA ABSTRACT & TITLE’S GRAND OPENING Apirra Abstract & Title is a brand new title company located right here in Boerne! Apirra is a title company that acts as a combined agent of the insurance company, the buyer, the seller, and any other parties related to a real estate transaction, such a mortgage lenders. Give Apirra a call at (830) 368-0359 or visit their website at apirraabstract.com.

WEST AND SWOPE RANCHES West and Swope Ranches prides themselves on developing personal relationships with clients that extend well beyond the buying or selling of a ranch.They aim to work with clients who share their passion and respect for the land and the heritage that it represents. Go to westandswoperanches.com or call (844) 888-3384 to talk to an agent!

CLEOPATRA TALOS - REALTOR - CIBOLO CREEK REALTY - THE WAGNER TEAM Cleopatra is a real estate professional who believes buying and selling a home is one of the most important decisions one can make. She focuses on a personalized approach and ongoing communication with each client.

Give Cleopatra Talos - Realtor - Cibolo Creek Realty - The Wagner Team a call at (949) 691-2163 to get started on the home buying or selling process today!

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OPAL & ONYX COOKIE CO. GRAND OPENING Opal & Onyx has been Boerne’s online custom cookie shop over the last year, you might have even tried their cookies at Boerne Market Days sometime over the last year as well. Hilary, owner of Opal & Onyx officially opened the doors of her first in-person cookie shop this past Saturday, August 28th! Opal & Onyx makes delicious gourmet homestyle cookies, custom hand painted cookies and coffee! Learn more at their website opalandonyxcookies.com! Stop by 31007 IH-10, Suite 102, Boerne, TX and help us welcome Opal & Onyx Cookie Co. into our Business Community!

Our team is excited to offer the exceptional in-person experience for which we are known.

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THE CHRISTMAS SHOPPE’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY Established in 1996, The Christmas Shoppe is located at 132 S. Main St. in Boerne and has continued to served our community with Christmas spirit, year round, for the last 25 years! This family-owned shop will help you “Celebrate Always” with the most magical trees, ornaments, decorations, nativities, apparel and so much more! Stop by this afternoon for some cake & champagne to help The Christmas Shoppe team celebrate 25 wonderful years! Be sure to check out their website at thechristmasshoppetx. com or call them at (830) 816-2176.

THE NEST NATURE SCHOOL GRAND OPENING The Nest is the premier nature-based preschool in Central Texas. It is part of the Cibolo Center for Conservation and is located on the unique campus of the Herff Farm. With abundant natural wonders, hands-on experiences in nature and researchbased teaching methods, the Nest supports an education where every student can thrive. Stop by and check out The Nest Nature School’s amazing campus at 33 Herff Rd. Boerne, TX.! To learn more, call (830) 249-4616 or go online cibolo.org/nest.

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cover feature David Soldano, President of Sonora Insurance Group photo by Ron Pritchett

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Insurance, Done Differently.

by Lauren Stumberg

“Sonora Insurance is able to offer the same solutions as some of the much larger insurance agencies in the market, but what sets us apart is that we do it in a hometown atmosphere,” said David Soldano, President of Sonora Insurance Group. “It is truly our culture and our way of doing business that separates us from the competition.”

Sonora Insurance Group was founded in 2008 by a group of friends, who just so happened to be insurance industry veterans, right here in Boerne, Texas. The group believed they could make an impact in the equine insurance industry by delivering unmatched service. Throughout the years, the agency has grown from its niche focus on equine and agriculture to become a full-service, independent agency while staying true to its roots of providing personalized and customized insurance solutions.

In 2019, Sonora Insurance announced its partnership with Sonora Bank, an organization whose roots trace back to 1900 in Sonora, Texas. “Since partnering with Sonora Insurance Group we have

seen tremendous synergy between our two organizations,” said Bob Malone, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sonora Bank. “The partnership has flourished and allowed both organizations to be able to offer commercial and personal lines of solutions to meet our customers’ needs.”

Sonora Bank’s footprint in Boerne goes back to its first branch on West Bandera Road where it opened its doors as the Boerne Banking Center in early 2009. By late 2018, Sonora Bank had opened its second Boerne location on River Road. According to Malone, “It was at the time of opening our second Boerne location that the Bank started thinking about ways to strengthen customer relationships. Offering customers the opportunity to partner with an insurance agency that has shared values as the bank was a natural next step.”

It’s fairly typical for banks and insurance agencies to partner for mutual benefit. Insurance is a natural extension of services banking customers need and want. This was true for Sonora Bank and Sonora continued on page 18

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Insurance Group as well—especially as neither entity had to change their name!

Soldano was recently named President of Sonora Insurance Group in August 2021. He brings with him more than 20 years of banking and business experience to this new role. He joined Sonora Bank in 2005 as a teller and has steadily risen through the ranks to most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Central Loan Processing where he revitalized the bank’s loan processing operations and increased efficiencies to better serve customers.

Soldano holds a degree in business administration from the University of Texas—Pan America and is a graduate of the Texas bankers Association Management Development Program. Soldano was named on the 20 Under 40 Brightest Leaders of Tomorrow list by the City of San Angelo. “With David’s strong knowledge of business and his deep experience in sales and marketing, I am confident he will provide the right catalyst for Sonora Insurance Group’s continued growth and success,” Malone added.

“When asked to take on the new opportunity with the team at Sonora Insurance Group, I was thrilled at the chance to bring my business background and experience with sales and marketing to tackle this role. The team has been fantastic and welcoming, and we are working hard to meet the needs of the Boerne community and beyond,” said Soldano.

Soldano has spent the past several months getting to know the employees and customers and learning more about the agency. He added, “It’s been a lot of listening and hearing the thoughts and priorities of our customers and the team members who support them. While I’m sure you often hear from companies that they have one of the best teams in the business, we really do! Our team genuinely cares about making a difference for our customers and our local community. Based off what I am seeing and hearing, we are working on a long-term

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growth strategy that will continue to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations.”

Under this new leadership, Sonora Insurance Group will continue to have a deep presence in Boerne, but is also looking forward to building the brand and presence in other hill country and west Texas communities, as well as truly aligning with Sonora Bank.

Soldano and his family have absolutely loved their move to Boerne. His wife Kassie has planted roots here launching a new business, ClearView Bookkeeping. The couple’s oldest daughter Andi recently graduated from Champion High School and is now in her freshman year at Angelo State University. Their three other kids, Sierra, Hayden and Beckett are all thriving at Boerne ISD. In addition to Soldano, Sonora Insurance currently has three additional producers and five additional support staff.

Morgen Bernhard joined the Sonora Insurance Group team four years ago. With over 10 years of insurance agency experience, her focus is on commercial lines.

Morgen is a retired rodeo mom to two girls. “If you know Morgen, you know how deeply she cares about our customers and our community. She currently volunteers with the Kendall County 4H Horse Club, serving as Vice President of the Alamo Kountry Kickers Trail Ride Group and is a lifetime member of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, currently serving on the Ambassador Committee,” said Soldano.

Brad Akin has been with Sonora Insurance group for five years and his focus is on equine, farm & ranch. He is a graduate of Baylor University and St. Mary’s University School of Law. He and his wife Leslie have been together since they were 14 years old and have two kids, Matt and Marie Claire. Brad embodies the rodeo life – riding, roping and hunting when he’s not out quoting and selling sound insurance solutions.

David Immel is another one of our producers focusing on personal lines, farm & ranch. He’s been an agent with Sonora Insurance Group for the past four years and has over 20 years of industry experience. He is a graduate of Boerne High School, as is his wife, Bonnie. They have three kids Henley, Mia and Grady. Immel graduated from Southwest Texas State University with a degree in marketing, and since then has been focused on helping customers find the right insurance solutions to meet their needs.

While Sonora Insurance Group has grown to be a multifaceted agency, providing coverage for home, auto, commercial, equine, livestock, farm and ranch and everything in between, their mission remains the same today as it was when they first began – to provide quality service while building relationships with their customers. According to Soldano, “We like to think of ourselves as more than just an insurance agency, we’re your neighbors too!” BBM

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NIGHT HIKES FOR FAMILIES: BATS WALK 7:00pm to 8:30pm Cibolo Center for Conservation 140 City Park Rd. – Boerne Explore the nature center trails from dusk to dark to see fireflies, bats, moths, owls, and other nocturnal animals with our fantastic education staff and volunteers. We will have an oppor tunity to record bats using bat detectors to identify our native bat species, look at animal tracks and signs, and look deeper into seasonally occurring wildlife. This event is family-friendly, but par ticipants must be able to keep a moderate hiking pace. Meet at the nature center Visitor Center.

Please bring a flashlight and your water bottle.

Face masks are required when in proximity of one another, but there will be plenty of space to keep proper distance on the hike. $10 per member ; $15 per non-member.

OCTOBER 23 MONARCH FESTIVAL 10:00am to 1:00pm Historic Herff Farm | 33 Herff Rd. – Boerne Monarch Butterflies migrate each year across the United States. At the Cibolo Center for Conservation, they take par ticular interest in helping to protect Monarch Butterflies. Join them for a full day of fun while learning about Monarchs and more at the Herff Farm. Families and individuals will have the opportunity to visit the trails on the farm while choosing from plenty of activities to par ticipate in, including making wings, picking marigolds ahead of Dia de Los Muer tos, and more.

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35 Years of Rod Run

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OCTOBER 8-10, 2021 photos by Ron Pritchett

This year marks the 35th Annual Key to the Hills Rod Run! On the weekend of October 8-10th Boerne’s Hill Country Mile will be filled with street rods in a rainbow of beautiful colors, checkered flags and crowds of people flocking to see Texas’ largest pre ’49 Rod Run. The Pride of Texas Street Rod Club was started in August of 1985. The first 15 members adopted the constitution and bylaws of the club and were ready to cruise together in their street rods.

Soon after, the group held the first Rod Run on May 2-3rd of 1987 at the Kendall County Fairgrounds with 53 registered participants. The following year, the club decided to move the run to Boerne’s Main Plaza and have the event in October instead of May. Everyone enjoyed having the Rod Run downtown and plans were made to keep the event at the Main Plaza on the second weekend in October each year.

Club member Lanne Brehmer decided that if the event was going to grow it needed some advertising. A beautiful color brochure was designed, printed and mailed to street rodders throughout Texas and neighboring states. Over the years, the event continued to grow due to the club’s hard work, advertisement and street rodders spreading the word. The brochures have become a trademark for the Key to the Hills Rod Run and have become a collector’s item.

Local merchants love the Rod Run and the foot traffic it brings to downtown Boerne. They

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support the event by hanging checkered pennant banners down Main Street and even donate door prizes to the event participants.

This year, the event kicks off on October 8th with a meet and greet and dinner for the event participants who come from all over the country to display their pre ’49 street rods. Saturday morning, the street rods will line up down Main Street and around the Main Plaza as people come from near and far to check out these really cool cars.

The day’s events include vendors, a Silent Auction, a Door Prize drawing, 50/50 Jar, food booths and shopping.

On Saturday evening the participants meet up once again for a cruise through the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Sunday morning, there will be a worship service at 9:30 am around the Main Plaza gazebo, followed

by an awards ceremony.

Club meetings, cruises and get-togethers are held monthly and some of the club members even attend rod runs nearly every weekend from March until November. To become a member of The Pride of Texas Street Rod Club one must actively be working on or have a running street rod (pre ’49), pay club dues and attend club meetings and activities.

Because of the success of the Key to the Hills Rod Run, several articles have been written about the event in national publications including Street Scene, American Rodder and Street Rodder.

Throughout the years, the club has been very active in charity activities in the community, being able to give assistance to both organizations and individuals in need.

Participants come from as far away as California, Florida and even Alaska.

In fact, this event brings more participants from other states than any other event hosted in Boerne.

Be sure not to miss the colors, the chrome and the nostalgia of this fun event that has become a Boerne tradition! BBM

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How’s Your Work/Life Balance?

My family and friends often complain about the amount of time I spend at work: I work during my lunch break: I am always tired: I never have time to exercise or for self care: I do not have any hobbies: Time off/vacations are hard to find time for: Work is always on my mind: I answer work texts & emails at night and on the weekends:

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Oh man! Looks like your work/life balance could use some help.Try implementing some of the tips on the next page and you’ll be glad you did!

Taking time to decompress will make you even more efficient when you’re at work!

You’re getting there. You’re life is probably fairly balanced, but could just use some minor adjustments here and there. A little work and you’ll be on your way to the perfect balance.

Good job! You’re life seems pretty balanced. You know when to work and when to play. Keep up the good work!

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Truly Clock Out

Between email notifications, text messages and social media alerts, we find ourselves constantly on the clock. While technology does make many tasks much easier, now it is more difficult than ever to stop working at the end of the day. All of this constant connectivity can wear us down.

It is important to set boundaries between our work and personal lives so we don’t end up exhausted and burned out. Setting defined boundaries is one way to alleviate this problem. Maybe you make a rule that you don’t check emails on the weekend?

Maybe you don’t reply to non-personal texts after 7:00pm? Whatever you decide, make sure that you clearly communicate this to your employer, coworkers or clients and then stick to those rules. This will allow you to get the break you need so that you can give it your all when you clock back in.

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Don’t be too hard on yourself. Old habits are hard to break and achieving that work/life balance might be harder than you think. It is important to do your best to change these behaviors, but to also realize that things happen that sometimes will require your off-hours attention. Just remember, even the small steps are getting you closer to a happier, healthier you.

In the end, working longer and harder is not always better. More work can mean more stress and that can affect the quality of your work and your performance.

Knowing when it is time to step away and take a break can be one of the best things you can do for not only yourself, but also your career.BBM

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Boerne Performing Arts Announces Its Tenth Anniversary Season for 2022

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After much anticipation, Boerne Performing Arts is thrilled to announce the 2021-2022 Season. Artists and audiences alike are eager to enjoy live performances again in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. While celebrating the tenth anniversary of Boerne Performing Arts, the tradition of bringing a variety of exceptional, world-class performing artists to the community will continue. Since the organization’s inception, Boerne Performing Arts has presented over 30 concerts from around the globe. Every artist has performed for a full house, with audiences coming from Boerne, surrounding communities, and around the state. Additionally, over 26,000 students have attended a Boerne Performing Arts FOR KIDS student outreach performance. In its first ten seasons, Boerne Performing Arts has fulfilled its mission to feature internationally acclaimed artists, educate through student outreach programs, and enrich the quality of life in the community.

Returning to the stage January 29, 2022 and highlighting the tenth anniversary festivities will be “NEIL BERG’S 50 YEARS of ROCK AND ROLL”. This highly entertaining show features the talents of some of the finest musicians and Broadway/Rock & Roll artists performing ground-breaking music that changed the world and influenced generations of music fans. Iconic songs from the 1940's to the 80’s and the stories behind them, from Chuck Berry to the Beatles and Bruce Springsteen, are woven throughout this fantastic show.

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Celebrate the tenth anniversary season on February 24, 2022 with some of Australia’s favorite crooners, THE TEN TENORS for “Love Is in the Air!” The Ten Tenors will be performing songs that capture the romance of wedding first dance songs and will cover many of your favorite romantic tunes, from pop songs with a twist to classic love songs, and even a few of the most famous and touching love arias ever written. It will be an evening of beloved songs performed by a most beloved group!

MOMIX, thrilling fans in over 22 countries and featured on stage, screen, and television, will perform March 24, 2022 as the internationally acclaimed dance illusionists transport Boerne audiences to a fantasy world through its trademark use of magical lighting and imagery. In an endless search to deliver the imaginative and unexpected

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creative experience, 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 as they present “Viva Momix”!

As a holiday addition to the three-concert series, Boerne Performing Arts is excited to offer a special event on December 16, 2021, ushering in the holiday season with VOCTAVE, an 11-member a cappella group with roots in Walt Disney World Entertainment.

Known for their stunning performances of Disney and Broadway hits, their repertoire ranges from gospel to pop to musical theatre. With seven albums available on all platforms – including their latest which debuted at No. 3 on the iTunes chart - and over 150 million video views on YouTube and Facebook, Voctave are rising superstars in the a cappella world. Their holiday show,

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“The Spirit of the Season,” promises to be a magical evening celebrating the spirit of the holiday season!

PLEASE NOTE: This performance is a special event and is an additional ticket to the 2022 three-concert series. Special Event tickets to the Voctave concert are available only with the purchase of 2022 season tickets at this time, giving season ticket holders priority for tickets to that event. Single tickets for all four events will go on sale November 1, 2021.

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There are more than 45 different types of pumpkins, with fun names like Baby Bear, Spooktacular, Ghost Rider, Tricky Jack, and Sweetie Pie.

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Every part of the pumpkin is edible, including the skin, leaves, flowers, and stem.

Squirrels get smarter During the squirrel’s fall caching season, when the critters bury nuts and seeds in hundreds of scattered caches to serve as emergency winter larders, a typical squirrel shows a 15 percent increase in the size of its hippocampus – the memory and emotion center of the brain – compared to the rest of the year.

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When leaves change color in the fall they are actually becoming their true color.

In the summer, the chlorophyll takes over and causes them to turn green,.

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T RU S T E D. D E P E N DA B L E .

the ten tenors continued from page 27 and corporate sponsors, season ticket prices for the 2022 season will remain unchanged from their prior levels. Season ticket packages for the 3-concert series are available as follows: • Patron: $170 (individuals wanting to purchase premium seating that includes a donation).

• Subscriber: $100 - $75 - $50 (student).

• Corporate Sponsorships: Marketing and advertising opportunities are available for local businesses.

Boerne Performing Arts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to partnering with patrons and businesses in order to fulfill its goals and mission.

All performances will be at 7:30 pm at the state-of-the-art Boerne Samuel V. Champion Auditorium. Boerne Performing Arts partners with Boerne ISD for these presentations and will be offering outreach programs to the students of Boerne ISD with each visiting artist.

You are invited to participate in this extraordinary tenth anniversary season as Boerne Performing Arts welcomes both artists and audiences back to the stage! BBM

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FALL NATIVE PLANT SALE! 9:00am to 1:00pm Herff Farm Farmers Market 33 Herff Road – Boerne There will be hundreds of plants to choose from!

OCTOBER 26 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR LEON SPRINGS MODERN DENTISTRY GRAND OPENING 11:30am to 12:00pm 24531 IH 10 W. Ste. 101 – San Antonio GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CONNIE CAN WRITE 1:30pm to 2:00pm 121 S. Main St. – Boerne OCTOBER 27 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR GOD & OUR DOGS PODCAST Kendall County Law Enforcement Center 6 Staudt St. – Boerne OCTOBER 28 STATE OF THE CITY - PRESENTED BY TEXAS HERITAGE BANK 11:00am to 1:00pm The Bevy, A Doubletree by Hilton 101 Herff Rd. – Boerne Chamber Members: $35 Future Members: $45 Corporate Table Sponsor : $500 www.Boerne.org for more information.

MUSIC IN THE CAVE - THE HAUNTED SHOW 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Cave Without a Name Throne Room 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne The Rahim Quazi Trio returns with a wonderfully eerie evening. Just before Halloween, the cave will be haunted by the exper t weaving of tale and song – both classical and jazz. Enjoy a family-friendly evening loaded with fun and surprises. Costumes welcome.

Advance before 5 pm show day $30; at the door $35 NOVEMBER 3 SIP AND SAVOR 6:00pm to 9:00pm | Cana Ballroom 202 W Kronkosky St. – Boerne The Kendall County Women's Shelter's annual Sip & Savor is a tasting event, where over 20 vendors including caterers, restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries showcase their cuisine. General Admission $75.

NOVEMBER 4 FALL DIVA NIGHT 5:00pm to 9:00pm | The Hill Country Mile The best girls night out on the Mile is back! Fall Diva Night will be bursting with everything you love from your favorite shops: later shopping hours, cocktails, fun bites, music, and more. It's the perfect night out with friends and is great for some mother/daughter q-time too. Come out and suppor t your local businesses with a night of fun shopping.

NOVEMBER 6 KENDALL COUNTY WILD GAME DINNER 4:00pm to 10:00pm Kendall County Youth Agriculture & Equestrian Center 648 FM 289 – Comfor t, Texas Gates open at 4:00pm, Food is served at 5:00pm Come out for some awesomely wild food made by exceptional cook teams. Tickets are $25. BBM

GBCC BOERNE AFTER 5 MIXER: HOSTED BY FORD OF BOERNE 5:00pm to 7:00pm Ford of Boerne 31480 I-10 – Boerne OCTOBER 30 ITALIAN MOTOR GATHERING 10:00am to 3:00pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main Street – Boerne Don't miss this exhibition of the finest Italian motoring on Saturday at the main event, on Boerne's Main Plaza. Experience a car show in the hear t of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Italian Motor owners can enjoy Friday Rally Experience and the Friday night Welcome Reception.

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THE AGRICULTURAL SPOOKTACULAR 10:00am to 10:00pm Antique Tractor Pulling: 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Hand Crafted Market: 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Pumpkin Painting Contest: Time TBD Costume Contest: Time TBD Bluegrass Music: 11:00am to 1:00pm; Headlining the afternoon, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Bill Smallwood and his band enter tain the crowd with German and 1940's swing-style music.

Spooky Extravaganza: 6:00pm to 10:00pm The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center 102 City Park Rd. – Boerne Get ready for the Halloween AgriCultural Spooktacular! There will be a full lineup of fun for all ages. At 6 pm, the spooky extravaganza begins when the museum turns into a haunted Halloween town with Area 51 Big Red Barn, The Wizard of Oz Pioneer house, and more! A DJ band will play tunes in the evening with spooky movies on the walls.

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