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Watering Wisely

By Chelsea Craig, Executive Director, Beautify Corpus Christi

With only a short visit outside, we can quickly see and feel summer is quickly approaching. Temperatures continue to rise and sun exposure is gaining intensity as the days get longer. When weather conditions change, so should our beautification techniques. The most obvious of these are our watering practices. Too often we work hard in the spring, preparing our yard, only to watch our work wither under the summer sun. Although plants do increase their water needs during these months, MORE is not the only solution. Watering wisely will ensure we are doing right by our plants, while continuing to conserve one of our city’s most precious resources.

Timing Matters Corpus Christians are not new to the idea of restricted watering times. When water levels are low, which is almost always, residents are discouraged from watering during the heat of the day. Outside of a drought, this is a wise practice for plant health in general. The recommendation is that plants be watered in early morning or evening to ensure the water is used most effectively. Watering during these times will decrease the likelihood of evaporative losses. If possible, water in the early morning for the best results. Morning watering decreases the plant’s susceptibility to some fungal pathogens encouraged by water left on the foliage.

Water Deeply We know plants need more water in the summer, but that does not mean we should necessarily water more often. Less frequent, deeper waterings are shown to be more fruitful than frequent, shallow waterings. Allowing the water to absorb deeper into the soil encourages deeper root growth, which also increases the plants sustainability in dry weather. Using low volume drip or trickle irrigation will encourage the water to travel deeper into the soil. When the water is delivered slowly, it allows time for absorption without runoff. Drip or trickle speed should be adjusted for the absorption time of the soil. Dry, tough soil will require a slower speed. Consider watering trees and large shrubs in their dripline. The dripline is the area directly below the outermost reaches of the branches. Apply water just inside and a little beyond the dripline, not at the trunk. Using drip irrigation, water until the top 8 to 10 inches of soil are moist.

Mix It Up Nutrient-rich soil is important for the health of your plant. However, soil will have a harder time during the summer if it is left to itself. Mixing in water-absorbing material with your soil can increase its water-retaining capabilities. Organic material, such as peat moss, leaf mold, coconut coir, and compost is known to absorb

more than its own weight in water. This allows the plant to utilize this as a reservoir for dry days. Word to the wise, some of these materials are only useful when maintained. Peat moss, for instance, is very difficult to rewet once it becomes dry and can even decrease the plants ability to absorb water after this happens. Most nurseries sell various

Austin Company Presents ‘From the Inside Out’ By Brent Rourk Bringing emotion, inspiration, and interpretations of identity, the renowned Chaddick Dance Theater Company from Austin will present an inspirational one evening program at the Port Aransas Community Theatre on Saturday, June 7th at 8:00 pm.

Company Chaddick formed in San Francisco in 1985

brands of water-absorbing polymer crystals that can be added in to the soil to increase its waterholding capability. Potted plants are always going to struggle more for water, than their earth-based counterparts. With limited options to seek water, once the pot is dry, the plant is dry. Keep an extra eye on your potted plants throughout the summer. If you find you are unable to keep up with the watering needs, it may be time to repot the plant. Potted plants can quickly outgrow their pots by running out of soil available to retain water. Utilizing water-absorbing materials when planting will increase the life of the soil in your potted plants, but they should still be watched closely. One of the most underutilized resources for battling summer watering woes, is the everpresent mulch. Often used for its beautiful appearance, we forget how very useful mulch can be for retaining water. Mulch moderates soil temperature, helps prevent runoff and evaporation, and holds moisture for the plants future use. Mulch is recommended for in-ground flower beds, as well as large potted plants, such as Corpus Christi’s beautiful hibiscus. Several stores currently have mulch on sale, so now may be the time to stock up. Organic options, such as straw, leaves, and coconut-fiber husks, have also been shown effective. Remember to check your plants often. Many plants require daily maintenance throughout the summer. Assess your plants’ water needs by checking the soil. If you cannot find moisture within the top few inches of soil, your plant needs attention. Follow these tips to increase the livelihood of your green space this summer. With a little work from us all, this city will be more beautiful than ever! Stay tuned in to what the Corpus Christi Association is working on in your city by following us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/beautifycc. Join in the effort by becoming a member and/or volunteer today! Visit BeautifyCorpusChristi.org or call Chelsea Craig, Executive Director at 361.946.3996 for more information.

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With an incredible love of dance and an unsurpassed ability to express herself in dance and to teach others, Cheryl Chaddick founded Company Chaddick in 1985 in San Francisco. Chaddick earned monumental accolades as she taught and guided her dance casts through expressive routines that resonated with freedom, energy, and emotion. As one of the most acclaimed, followed, and imaginative dance ensembles in California, Chaddick continued to push traditional dance boundaries to include the interpretation of extreme joys, sorrows, and life events that inevitably touch our souls. Her dancers accomplished those interpretations with immense flexibility, poignant movement, and endless emotional energy. See www. chaddickdancetheater.com for additional information.

impact, cause to question, and inspire the hearts and minds of others through the arts.” The production in Port Aransas, titled ‘From the Inside Out’, will include 3 different dance and theater presentations consisting of 4 women and 2 men and will artistically explore themes of identity and personal truths. This is a magnificent opportunity to see a top notch caliber dance program locally.

Chaddick Dance Theater formed in Austin in 2007 Chaddick, a powerful and creative choreographer in her own right, founded the Chaddick Dance Theater Company in Austin in 2007, “to tell our many stories, and to teach,

Tickets are $10.00 for adults (children under 12 are free). Tickets are available at the door. Visit www.portaransascommunitytheatre.com for more information or call (361) 749-6036.

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Backyard Gardens Can Yield Strawberries, Fruit and Citrus Trees By Melinda Myers Picture yourself harvesting a few fresh strawberries for your cereal in the morning or perhaps picking a few apples from your own backyard tree to cook up into a pie. It is possible, even if you garden on a balcony or small lot. And even if you have plenty of space, you will still appreciate the fun and convenience of reaching out the backdoor and harvesting some homegrown fruit. Strawberries are excellent container plants. Grow everbearing or day neutral varieties, so you will be harvesting strawberries throughout the growing season. Reduce your workload and increase success with a self-watering hanging basket (gardeners.com). Or dress things up a bit more with a decorative container. The haystack hanging baskets have the beauty of the coco fiber lined planters, but require half the watering. The AquaSav™ liner is a combination of coir and recycled plastic designed to conserve moisture. This means better results with less watering.

beautiful prelude to the tasty fruit. Even cold weather gardeners can put their green thumb to the test by growing a Meyer lemon, Kaffir lime or other citrus in a container. Just move the potted plant indoors for the winter and back outdoors next season once the danger of frost has passed. And don’t forget the blueberries that are high in antioxidants and flavor. These nutritious beauties require moist well-drained acidic soil. Something most gardeners do not have. This makes growing them in containers, where you control the soil, a good option. Blueberries provide seasonal interest with their nodding

But don’t stop there. Add some dwarf fruit trees to your patio plantings. A dwarf apple, peach or pear will provide beautiful spring flowers, nice Plant edibles in containers. With their trailing growth foliage for the summer and habit, strawberries trail nicely over the edge of pots and fruit for you to enjoy. Select produce sweet fruit fresh off the plant self-fertile varieties, those that only require one plant to produce fruit, if space is limited. Grow your white bell-shaped flowers in spring, colorful dwarf trees in large weather-proof pots with fruit in summer and yellow, orange or red color drainage. Those in cold climates will need to in fall. Though only one plant is needed to bear provide some winter protection, but the first fruit, keep in mind that your harvest will more harvest will make that extra bit of work well than double if you grow two. worth the effort. So survey your patio, deck, balcony or garden Or try your green thumb at growing lemons, for space to add a container or two of fruiting limes and other citrus in a container. The plants that are sure to add beauty and flavor to fragrant flowers and glossy green leaves are a your garden and meals this season.

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81 Year-Old Celebrates Birthday by Jumping from 11,000 Feet

Memorial Day was a day to make memories for Beverly Leggett of Pettus, TX. She insisted on celebrating both the holiday and her 81st birthday with a visit to Port Aransas and an 11,000 foot jump from a perfectly good airplane.

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After an exhilarating freefall of over 6000 feet, Beverly enjoyed the graceful glide under parachute along the beaches of Mustang Island. A soft landing back at the Mustang Beach airport brought a simple response from Ms. Leggett: "Can I go again?!?"

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Not only did the entire family support "Nana's" wishes-they joined her: Beverly's son (Steve Leggett), daughter (Kathy Linscott) and grandsons Bill & Kit drove down from Houston and Kansas City to meet her at the beach, resulting in three generations of participation in the fun. Beverly only had one more request for the occasion: that she jump first! With local pilot Jason Towns at the controls and tandem jumpmaster Steven Ruiz of San Antonio by her side, up she went on the first flight of the day on Monday. She was more relaxed than anyone else in the family-even taking a light snooze during the climb to jump altitude!

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June Storms continued from A1 The last June hurricane was Allison in 1995. It reached Category 1 strength in the Gulf of Mexico and hit Northwest Florida as a tropical storm. There were two June hurricanes in the 1980s – Bonnie, which struck Texas as a Category 1 system in 1986, and Alberto in 1982. There was only one June hurricane in the 1970s, Agnes, which hit the Florida Panhandle in 1972. In the 1960s there were three June hurricanes, Hurricane Alma reached major hurricane status in 1966; then in 1968, two hurricanes formed in June, Abby and Brenda, the only time that has happened in the past 50 years. According to Dr Neil Frank, who tracked hurricanes for KHOU Television in Houston until his retirement in 2008, there have only been four hurricanes since 1950 strike the Texas coast. They were where Audrey, Alice, Bonnie, and Alex the most recent. Hurricane Audrey was the most noteworthy since it was a category 4 with winds of 145 mph making landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border. Hurricane Audrey remains the earliest June hurricane to reach category four status. Over the last 150 years, one June hurricane has formed every 10 years with one tropical storm forming every five years Here’s a look at June Hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico over history. **************

June Storms in the Gulf of Mexico 1871 June 1-5 Rainfall 15.57”. Pressure 29.51” 1871 June 8-9 Upper Texas Coast Pressure 29.53” 1886 June 13 Upper Texas Coast Center remained offshore. Tide was 9’ at the mouth of the Sabine River 1888 June 26 SW of Galveston. Rainfall 13.9” 1902 - The second storm of 1902 formed over Tabasco, Mexico on June 21. After moving offshore, it steadily strengthened to an 80 mph hurricane before making landfall near Corpus Christi. 1903 Late June – July 1 Struck Port O’ Connor and passed 30 miles from Corpus Christi to 30 miles off the Rio Grande Delta. 1909 June 25-30 Struck the lower Texas coast. 1921 June 15 Impacted the entire Texas Coast after making landfall near Victoria and passed over Palacious, Wharton, and Houston Houston had winds of 49 mph with gust of 60 mph. Port O’Connor had winds of 110 mph. Pressure was 929 mbs. 1909 June 29 The second storm of 1909 hit Texas as a Category 2 hurricane near Bronwsville, 1913 June 27 75 mph. Hit the Upper Coast from the East-southeast. 1957 June 27 Hurricane Audrey swept across the Gulf Coast near the Texas-Louisiana line. Nine lives were lost and 450 persons injured. Property damage, particularly extensive in Jefferson and Orange counties, amounted to $8 million. The effect was more serious across Sabine Lake in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, where hundreds of people died. 1921 June 22 The first hurricane of the 1921 season made landfall in Texas. 1922 June 13-16 Rio Grande Valley where floods were highest of at the time. 1929 June 21-29 Landfall at Port O’Connor on June 21. 1929 June 29 Another storm, a Catagory 1, hit near Freeport, the only town to suffer much damage from it. 1931 June 24-28. Lower Texas Coast. Rain 8.03” 1933 June 27-July 6 Lower Texas Coast Center passed midway between Brownsville and Tampico causing several deaths. Tides reached 5’at Port Aransas. 1934 June 20 A Category 1 hurricane, the 1934 Central America Hurricane, carved an erratic path across Central America and the Gulf of Mexico, causing catastrophic flooding in Central America that killed 1,000-3,000 people, brought heavy rain to the Texas Coast. 1936 June 27 Registered as a small but intense tropical disturbance the storm struck the South Texas coast without warning moving inland a short distance north of Corpus Christi around noon and doing considerable damage over a small area. Highest winds and the heaviest rains were felt between Corpus Christi and Port Aransas these two points. No deaths nor serious injuries were reported but a Humble Oil refinery in Ingleside suffered severe damage. Three giant cooling towers were demolished putting the refinery out of commission for approximately two weeks. Boats were beached at Port Aransas, but the causeway leading from there to Aransas Pass was ready for travel within five hours. Formed in the Gulf off Corpus Christi and, accompanied by torrential rains, the storm stirred up winds with a velocity between 60 and 70 miles an hour as it moved inland. The Eye reached as far north as the coastline somewhere between Rockport and Seadrift. Rainfall at Corpus Christi amounted to 2.26 inches and other cities and towns in the affected area were drenched by similar downpours. Skies cleared at Corpus Christi and the wind dropped to 20 miles an hour during the afternoon. Storm winds were reported as far north as Houston. The tide at Corpus Christi rose three and a half feet and there was slight inundation near the Nueces Bay Causeway at the height of the storm. One or two summer camps on the lowest ground washed out but residents had moved to safer ground and there were no deaths. Telephone lines were blown down and communications disrupted during the hurricane’s landward movement. 1946 June 14-16 Port Arthur The first storm of 1946 moved ashore near the Texas/Louisiana border, causing no damage. 1954 JUN 24 -28 Hurricane Alice hit South Texas. Record floods in the Rio Grande Valley

caused 38 deaths. Alice dropped 26 inches of rain in South Texas. 1957 June 25-28 Hurricane Audry hit the Upper Texas Coast near the Texas-Louisiana border on June 27th killing over 500 people 390 deaths in Louisiana as the result of a storm surge in excess of 12 feet, which inundated the flat coast of Louisiana as far as 25 miles inland in some places. Damages were estimated in excess of $700 million. Surge tide at Galveston reached 6 feet flooding Galveston. 450 people were injured in Texas. Barametric pressure reached 945 mb. 1958 June 14 Tropical Storm Alma hit the lower Texas Coast dropping 20 inches of rain. One death in the surf at Galveston and another in Medina, Texas. Barametric pressure reach 997.3 mb. 1960 June 22-26 Corpus Christi. Tropical Storm Candy dropped 10 inches of rain around the city and spawned 10 tornadoes in Texas and nine other states. 1986 June 26 Hurricane Bonnie makes landfall near High Island in Southeast Texas as a Category 1 hurricane, killing four people in Texas and producing heavy rainfall that caused street flooding. Rainfall peaks at 13 inches with many areas picking up at least 10 inches. Bonnie also spawned four tornadoes in Texas. Four deaths and $42 million in damage in 1886 dollars. 1989 Late June. Tropical Storm Allison, the first named storm of the 1989 Atlantic hurricane season, formed on June 24 in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico. Made landfall near Freeport, causing three deaths. Produced torrential rainfall across the state, with amounts of more than 10 inches over much of the upper Texas coast, peaking at 20.28 inches in Orange. Storm surge measured 7 feet in Trinity Bay; caused beach erosion on Padre Island. $400 million in damage in Texas alone.

area from Baffin Bay to the mouth of the Rio Grande. A tropical storm warning was posted from Baffin Bay northward to Port O’Connor. Governor of Texas Rick Perry declared a state of disaster in 19 counties and ordered the deployment of Texas Military Forces personnel (including 80 citizen-soldiers of the Texas State Guard Medical Brigade) to the Rio Grande Valley. President Barack Obama also declared a state of emergency, freeing federal funds for 25 counties in Texas.On June 29, authorities began evacuations of residents of coastal areas in Tamaulipas. One June 30 the Brownsville, National Weather Service issued a flood watch for South Texas as the storm was expected to produce heavy rainfall for up to 18 hours.

pumps and vehicles to deal with floodwaters. In Hidalgo County, the storm spawned a weak tornado that damaged roofs, toppled vehicles, and injured one person prior to moving into Mexico.

2011 June 8, Tropical Storm Arlene formed in the western Caribbean, crossing Cuba before making landfall on the Florida Panhandle on June 11. Arlene caused only moderate damage, although one swimmer was caught in a riptide and drowned in Miami Beach, FloridaJune 30, 2011 – Tropical Storm Arlene makes landfall south of Texas near Cabo Rojo.[135] The outer bands of Arlene cause 1–4 inches of rain in South Texas.

Hurricane Chris 18-22 June Chris became a hurricane at 39.4oN latitude, making it the farthest-north hurricane to develop during the month of June. The only other hurricanes to develop north of 35oN latitude so early in the season were unnamed hurricanes in June 1959 (at 38.4oN 65.3oW) and June 1893 (at 38.3oN 72.9oW). It did not impact the Texas Coast.

The National Weather Service warned for the potential of flooding rains in the droughtstricken region of South Texas. Officials in Cameron County ordered the preparation of sandbags, as well as the inspection of water

2012 June Four storms formed before July 1. Tropical Storm Alberto May 19-22 off the East U.S. Coast Tropical Storm Beryl 26 - 30 May Beryl was a pre-season tropical storm that made landfall in northeastern Florida and affected portions of the southeastern United States. It was the strongest pre-season tropical cyclone of record to make landfall in the United States.

Tropical Storm Debby 23-27 June Debby was a large tropical storm that formed in the south-central Gulf of Mexico and made landfall in the Florida Big Bend region. It caused considerable freshwater flooding, primarily in central and northern Florida. No impact on the Texas Coast.

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The storm caused heavy rainfall, amounting to 30 inches in some places. In total, 11 fatalities resulted from the storm, as well as $560 million ($1.04 billion 2013 dollars in damage. was the first tropical cyclone to make landfall in the U.S. state of Texas since Hurricane Jerry in 1989. 1993 June 20. Tropical Storm Arlene was the first tropical cyclone to make landfall in the Texas since Hurricane Jerry in 1989. Arlene was the first named storm of the season and developed from a tropical wave in the Gulf of Mexico. The depression slowly strengthened was upgraded to a tropical storm on June 19 but failed to intensify further due to its proximity to land. Arlene made landfall on Padre Island with winds of 40 mph and dissipated into a remnant area of low pressure and was gone by June 21. Rainfall ranging from 9-11 inches was reported and a funnel cloud was reported near Corpus Christi but never touched the ground. Heavy beach erosion occurred on The Island as a result of the storm which caused $55 million in damage killed one person. Arlene was a relatively fast moving system and few advance warnings were put into effect. The only warning from the National Hurricane Center was a tropical storm warning in effect from Brownsville to Matagorda on June 19, which was discontinued 24 hours later. 2001 June 5 Tropical Storm Allison made landfall near Freeport and stalled over eastern Texas for several days, dropping extreme amounts of rain which lead to catastrophic flooding. Rainfall peaked at 36.99 inches at the Port of Houston. The Texas Medical Center suffered $2 billion in damage. The $5.5 billion in damages, nearly all of it related to freshwater flooding in the Greater Houston area, and 23 deaths makes Allison the only non-hurricane strength storm to have its name retired. The storm dropped 40 inches of rain along its path and left 30,000 people homeless, 70,000 houses flooded, and 2,744 homes destroyed. Along its entire path, Allison caused $5.5 billion ($7.1 billion 2013 dollars) in damage and 41 deaths. 2003 June 30 Tropical Storm Bill was the second storm of the season and hit the Bolivar Peninsula near Galveston. The storm caused moderate rainfall and a tornado outbreak across the southern United States resulting in four deaths and $30 million in damage (2003 USD, $37.4 million 2013 dollars). Produced 34 tornados. 2005 June 1. The 2005 Atlantic hurricane season was the most active Atlantic hurricane season in recorded history. Before it was over the season caused 3,913 deaths and record damage of about $159.2 billion. Of the storms that made landfall, five of the season’s seven major hurricanes—Dennis, Emily, Katrina, Rita, and Wilma—were responsible for most of the destruction. This season was the first time that the Atlantic hurricane season was more active than the typhoon season but this phenomenon was repeated in the 2010 season. The season officially began on June 1, 2005, and lasted until November 30, although it effectively persisted into January 2006 due to continued storm activity producing a record twenty-eight tropical and subtropical storms with seven which became major hurricanes; a record five Category 4 and four Category 5. The season began on June 8 when Tropical Storm Arlene which reached its peak intensity on June 11 over the Gulf of Mexico making landfall just west of Pensacola. Tropical Storm Bret 28-30 June. Made landfall near Tuxpan, Mexico, causing floods and one death in the state of Veracruz. But from 2005-2009 no storms hit the Texas Coast in the month of June. 2008 June 1 Tropical Storm Arthur. Arthur was a short-lived tropical cyclone that made landfall in northeastern Belize as a tropical storm. The storm produced devastating floods and killed five people in Belize, causing an estimated $78 million worth of damage in that country. 2010 June 25-July 2 Hurricane Alex. On June 30 Alex made landfall at Soto la Marina, Tamaulipas in Mexico as a large Category 2 hurricane, bringing heavy rains, wind, tornadoes and record level rainfall to South Texas. Hurricane warnings issued on June 28 the

Hurricanes continued from A1 hurricane season in which brings hurricanes to someone else’s shores is considered a light one, and one that brings a hurricane to your neighborhood is a bad one.

three major hurricanes, based on the average from 1981 to 2010. The Atlantic hurricane region includes the North Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico.

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El Nino is expected to cause a stronger wind shear aloft which reduces the number and intensity of tropical storms and hurricanes. El Niño can also strengthen the trade winds and increase the atmospheric stability across the tropical Atlantic, making it more difficult for cloud systems coming off of Africa to intensify into tropical storms.

The predicted light 2014 season comes on the heels of the light 2013 season in which Hurricane Humberto was the first of only two Atlantic hurricanes and reached peak intensity, with top winds of 90 mph, in the far eastern Atlantic.

The weather phenomenon known as El Nino, which warms part of the Pacific every few years and changes rain and temperature patterns around the world, is expected to suppress the number and intensity of tropical storms and hurricanes this year. Cooler temperatures on the surface of the Atlantic Ocean compared with recent years will also lower the probability of hurricane formation.

What are the odds? The outlook calls for a 50 percent chance of a below-normal season, a 40 percent chance of a near-normal season, and only a 10 percent chance of an above-normal season. For the sixmonth hurricane season, which begins June 1, NOAA predicts a 70 percent likelihood of 8 to 13 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 3 to 6 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 1 to 2 major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph or higher). These numbers are near or below the seasonal averages of 12 named storms, six hurricanes and

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, said the Atlantic – which has seen above-normal seasons in 12 of the last 20 years – has been in an era of high activity for hurricanes since 1995. However, this high-activity pattern is expected to be offset in 2014 by the impacts of El Niño, and by cooler Atlantic Ocean temperatures than we’ve seen in recent years.

New tools NOAA is rolling out new tools at the National Hurricane Center this year. An experimental mapping tool will be used to show communities their storm surge flood threat. The map will be issued for coastal areas when a hurricane or tropical storm watch is first issued, or approximately 48 hours before the anticipated onset of tropical storm force winds. The map will show land areas where storm surge could occur and how high above ground the water could reach in those areas. NOAA’s seasonal hurricane outlook is not a hurricane landfall forecast; it does not predict how many storms will hit land or where a storm will strike.

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Port A Happenings Pool hours added The Port Aransas Community Park Pool hours have been extended and classes have changed hours beginning June 2.

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from the Parks and Recreation website and brought in with child. Parents aren’t required to stay, but must pick up on time and provide proof of residency.

Every Saturday night in June will have events at the pool with different themes each week. Total Body Aquacize will change to Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30am and Saturday at 11am with AAAI trained Water Aerobics instructor Sally Jo Bartlett.

This scavenger hunt for golf carts was originally scheduled in February, but had to be rescheduled to Saturday, June 7.

Water Exercise is held Tuesday through Friday at 8:30 am and noon. Cost is $2 per class. Open Swim is 1-6 pm, Tuesday through Sunday. The pool is closed on Mondays.

Cost is $10 per cart, number of participants per cart determined by you and size of cart.

Shared Lap Swim is Tuesday through Friday 8 am-6 pm; Saturday and Sunday noon to 6 pm.

Birding on the Boardwalk A guided birding tour for anyone, novice to expert is held year round in Port Aransas. Every Wednesday at 9 am at Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center at end of Ross Ave, local guide Nan Dietert leads the free tour on the boardwalk. See birds, gators and flora and fauna in their natural setting.

Swim lesson sign up While summer swim lessons registration for Port Aransas residents has been open, registration for non-residents begins Tuesday, June 3, at the pool while it is open. The first session of the three will be held June 10-20 at the Port Aransas Community Park Pool Morning swim classes for youngsters 6 months to 10 years old meet Tuesday through Friday for 2 weeks. Lessons for kids 6-12 months are held from 11:15-11:45am only. Ages 2-10 have the choice of 9:40-10:20am or 10:30-11:10am if space is available. The cost for Port A residents is $8 each child per session; non-residents - $25 each child per session. Non-resident sign up is Tuesday through Friday, June 3-6.

Come Sail Basic 1 Kids age 10 and up may take sailing lessons Tuesday through Thursday, June 3-5 at the Port Aransas Community Park Pool. The lessons will be from 10-11am. Pre-registration is required. Call Community Program Coordinator Pam Greene at 749-4158. Classes include basic rigging, nautical lore and sailing in the pool. Cost is $15 per child for 3 days of lessons.

Surf Lesson Port Aransas swimmers age 5 and up, may get a free surf lesson on Saturday, June 7, 10am1pm. Meet at the south side of Horace Caldwell Pier, at the end of Beach Street. For Port A residents only, the annual event is courtesy of Morgan Faulkner/Texas Surf Camps and Port A Parks and Recreation Department. Experience is not required, and all equipment is provided. Parents must register kids and sign a liability release. The forms may be printed

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All licensed golf carts are invited to participate. Prizes, fun and getting to know Port Aransas.

Register at 10am, crawl starts at 10:30am in the Community Park, 700 Clark Pkwy, off Ross Avenue. It is open to all ages. Bring phone or digital camera for proof and extra points if possible.

Water Wackiness Games and prizes at the Community Park Pool after hours is what our wackiness means. It will be on Saturday, 6:30-8:30pm It is open to all ages and regular fees apply. The pool is located at 700 Clark Pkwy, off Ross Avenue.

Bingo Free for all ages (even adults and other family) to have fun playing bingo. Monday, June 9, from 1-4pm, it will be held at the Girl Scout hut in the Parks and Recreation building, 739 W. Ave. A.

Catamaran Cruise Enjoy sailing & island beachcombing from the S/V Isla with Capt Tom Doran if you save a space now. The cruise is scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, from 9am to noon. Space is limited so call Pam at 749-4158 to make a reservation. Open to adults and children, but kids under 10 must be accompanied by adult. Small children must bring their own life jacket. The cost is $15 per person. Food and drink is allowed onboard. Meet at Woody’s Sports Center.

Port Aransas Art Center- 323 n. Alister Youth art camp island style- Ages: (must be at least 9 years old) 3rd-5th grades time:1-3 pm A variety of artists will instruct in a different medium each day. Camp I monday-friday june 16-20 cost: $25 per week Camp II monday-friday july 14-18 Pre-pay & register to save your space! Call 361-749-7334 Cost: $25 per week Pre-pay & register to save your space! Call 361-749-7334

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Barnacle bucks…..cold blustery wind, sandy drifts and ominous skies. I spent the night wondering whether I could gain access to the spot of beach that I had been researching. Measuring out and attempting to re-assemble bits and pieces of a bygone period of sun and fun on Padre Island where once upon a time stood a popular bar and snack food establishment. Knowing that this business, sitting lonely, far removed from the busier part of the tourist section of beach would be an excellent spot for many of the locals as well as some of the adventuresome out-of-towners. Thoughts of coins from the silver era and jewelry lost & long forgotten in the sand drifted through my thoughts as surely as the sandy drifts that hide these treasures. These thoughts may have been enough for even the most hardcore detector enthusiasts however, I had more in my crazy mind than just these items. Through the years I had sat and listened to many of the old locals tell stories of this business and how the owner had a large safe in his place. As with all stories, separating fact from fiction proves extremely difficult. All stories have some basis of truth and that is all it took to spark my interest in this particular site. Years earlier, it is told, a hurricane was rapidly approaching the Texas coast... local residents were preparing for the worst, people were scurrying around, securing their worldly possessions and attempting to make their properties as safe as possible to weather this beast of a storm that was sure to bring destruction to many homes & businesses in this area. This is where to story peaked my interest. It is said that the owner of this establishment, thinking no matter what happened, the safe would be a good stronghold to store items that he considered of value and that surely this safe would still be there after the storm had subsided. Listening to different people tell the tale, each had a different version. One would say “this safe was full of dimes, quarters and half dollars!” Yes, many of these businesses had numerous vending machines, cigarette machines, coke machines, candy machines, pool tables etc. All of them requiring hard money! Coins! Knowing the period that all of this occurred told me that any coins that were secreted away would be pre 1964. This would make them silver American coins. On to the next old timer, his remark was, “ You know this safe was a large stand up safe and there were guns kept in that thing.” Two good reasons for me to pursue this area with a vengeance. Well, I hit the beach at around 6:45AM, detectors and shovel in tow. As mentioned earlier, it was cold and the wind was singing an awful tune to me but thoughts of what could be laying just under the surface of the sand urged me on. As I turned south on the beach, I kept a close eye on my odometer and as I approached where I had calculated the correct spot to be, I found an excellent cut out up next to the dunes that would offer some protection from the strong northwestern wind that was screaming through the coastal bend. I walked the dune line and weaved back and forth through the dunes looking for anything that may have indicated this to be the spot. I quickly spied a concrete structure, a septic tank partially protruding from the dunes, covered over and uncovered again through the years!

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This was it, this is the place. I quickly assembled my metal detector and began searching the dune line first. Rusty cans, nails, the typical modern junk surfaced immediately. Then bang, a Mercury Dime appeared at the bottom of a shallow hole that I had dug, then another, then a silver Washington Quarter. As targets began to thin out, I moved down closer to the surf’s edge and began scanning the wet sand. I had lost the protection of the wind break provided by the dunes and it was hard to keep my concentration on what I was doing and at the same time keep myself warm. The shivering that was pulsing through every limb of my body made me think, is this from the cold or is this from excitement? I think the cold! I soon started getting many signals, as the whine of my detector sent sweet sounds to my headphones. I began digging up coin after coin, fishing weight after fishing weight, empty rifle and pistol cartridges, etc. I quickly filled my finds pouch with items and it began to be a burden, strapped to my waist, weighing me down and slowing me down so I returned to my truck and emptied it. Making a beeline back to where I had left off on the beach, I just happened to get a signal by accident and bent down, shoveled a little sand away and there lay a small silver boy scout jamboree ring, not the gold rings I was looking for but good enough. After combing the beach for a couple of hours, my body started telling me that it had just about enough of this for one morning and I ended my search vowing to return in a couple of days when the winds had subsided and the conditions had improved. I headed back to my vehicle,

loaded up all of my finds and made a beeline for the house. All accounted for this day, I found hundreds of pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters and one half dollar, the boy scout jamboree ring and enough fishing weights to open a tackle shop. No safe, no guns, no rolls of silver coins however, enough single finds to keep that burning desire alive inside of me to return to this site again and again. As with all good stories, this one also has a bad side to it. Returning the the very same place four days later, I found that I could not even get a peep out of my detector. The same exact place that had one signal after another is now silent. It is true, the window of opportunity to make those finds had slammed shut. It’s okay, I know what is there and it will never go away and perhaps one day, I will find that window open again. Happy hunting people and discover your own, “window of opportunity” but, remember, take advantage of it while you can, because as sure as my name is Daddy Detector, it will slam shut quickly! Oh, and remember, even on the public beaches, “pick up what you dig up” and cover your holes… Sincerely, Mama Metal, Daddy Detector & Baby Bucks.

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SMA Health Class Helps Homeless

Donations to Metro Ministries

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Seashore Learning Center Has Talent Youngsters Put on Amazing Show By Brent Rourk

By Brent Rourk It began as a quick passing conversation in the teacher’s lounge. Then like many fine ideas that succeed, it germinated with a person who wanted to do more; in this case with SMA instructor Tara Haney who thought about the homeless and how homelessness is a part of the curriculum. Haney took it to her Health Class and then it took off from there. Students worked hard to contribute clothing and other necessities for homeless, including small summer survival kits. Soon there were boxes and bags of items to donate to Metro Ministries so that they could furnish local homeless with survival items as well as clothing.

Boldly showcasing spectacular young island talent, Seashore Learning Center hosted its 3rd annual “Seashore’s Got Talent” show last week. By all accounts it was an overwhelming success. A group of talented elementary students impressed the crowd with a variety of talents ranging from singing to bird calls, balloon animals, and hula hoop routines. Though it was a difficult task to determine the best performances, ultimately 3 talented winners were crowned: 1st place – Bella Burgess singing “Don’t Rain on My Parade”, 2nd place – Judy Hoggs dancing to “Requiem for a Tower”, and 3rd place – Veda Pressley routine “Happy Hooper”.

Health Class donations to Metro Ministries \ Haney and SMA students show some of the donations.

Some other memorable show stoppers included Tori Boles playing uke and belting out her original song “Dreams”, Ashton Haney sharing a dazzling array of bird calls, Alyssa Diaz and Lauren Balbin with their “Happy” gymnastics routine, Ocean Williams and her riveting “Hula Hoops Act”, Aiden Dickerson, Katelyn Fly, and Sarah Pate singing “A Thousand Years”, and Matthew Grassedonio, Alec Roberson, Dylan Trial, and Garrett Wainright performing “Elmo’s World”.

Students Raised Money For weeks students collected items for this worthy cause and then on Tuesday morning several students accompanied Haney to Metro Ministries where the donations were gratefully welcomed. Students raised money by having a break the dress code day ($5.00) and other donations. The Summer Kits contained shampoo, wash cloths, soap, disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorants, sunscreen and chap stick.

Overall winner Bella Burgess performed a spirited Dont Rain on My Parade photo by Shannon Trial

Not only did students study the concept of homelessness and how stark and harsh it can be, but Haney wrestled with it as well, finding out more about how it happens and why. Haney remarked, “I have not contributed to this cause before. I became more knowledgeable. Homeless have problems too. I have become more appreciative.”

It’s Not Enough SMA student Hannah Illausky was one of many students who collected a variety of items for Metro Ministries and it clearly touched her heart. As supplies began to pile-up Hannah went to her teacher and stated, “Ms. Tara, this is not enough.” Indeed it is not enough judging from Haney’s comment as she prepared to drive to Metro Ministries, “We are going to do this again!” Hats off to Haney, and all of the middle school students and their families who thought about others in times of need.

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Aiden Dickerson, Katelyn Fly, and Sarah Pate singing A Thousand Years photo by Shannpon Trial to see the talents our students have that we don’t get to see in the classroom. ‘Seashore’s Got Talent’ is a way for our students to showcase their hula hooping, dance moves, duck calls, and many more skills that would otherwise be hidden from their teachers and classmates.” For several participants it punctuated a successful year in and out of the classroom and gave them some valuable performance time in front of their surprised peers and appreciative teachers. Thompson agreed, commenting, “It’s also a fun way to end the school year, with parents, students, and staff all celebrating our students together.” Who knows who the next national star from Corpus Second place winner Judy Christi will be? Perhaps their Hogg performed a Requiem legacy began last week on for a Tower routine photo stage during ‘Seashore’s Got Talent’. by Shannon Trial

Seashore Learning Center Director Maria Thompson was extremely pleased with the event and declared, “It’s always a pleasure

Talent show winners with SLC Director Maria Thompson photo by Shannon Trial

"Texas State Aquarium: Live La Posada and Toys for Tots Animal Outreach" Program Dates Reminder at Harte Library Toy Collector Boats Needed

An exciting, educational interactive program with a baby alligator or turtles will be presented at the Janet F. Harte Public Library on Monday, June 9 at 11:00 a.m., in conjunction with the library's opening day of the Summer Reading Program and registration for the Summer Reading Club. Free and open to all. The library is located at 2629 Waldron Rd. in Flour Bluff. For more information call 937-6569.

By Brent Rourk Bright lights, boat parades, and Christmas will be here sooner than we think and once again the Padre Island Yacht Club will sponsor 2 boat parades and the Toys for Tots collection – It is all about the kids! Members of the Padre Island Yacht Club are busy with planning for the La Posada Boat Parade, the Kick-off Party at Scuttlebutt’s, the Christmas Tree Lighting at Port Royal, and the Toys for Tots collections. Additional activities are also being considered. Check out http://www.laposadacc.com/ for updated La Posada information.

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One of the biggest needs this year will be getting additional collector boats to help pick up toys on Friday or Saturday night or both nights during the boat parades (December 12th and 13th). With the increase in the number of toys the PIYC really needs several more boats to help pick up toys from the docks of the houses along the canals. This is a tremendously important way of helping kids and everybody involved in Toys for Tots.

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We want this to be another record year in terms of collecting toys and need several more collector boats to help pick up the toys from the decks and docks and then transfer those toys to the larger transfer boats that tote the toys to the Padre Island Yacht Club.

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Collector boats will only need to attend a couple of meetings where times, routes, and duties will be outlined. Interested boaters should contact Brent Rourk at brentrourk@yahoo.com or 361244-7603. In the meantime, circle the dates on your calendars for the La Posada festivities and remember the toys.

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Sketch of the building entryway when completed The delay in the park’s opening is due primarily to two factors; construction of the park has lost 100 days since the groundbreaking on February 15 to weather and other factors, and the scope of the park has doubled since work began. “We have doubled the size or the park since we started,” Henry said. “The main building, which is essentially the equivalent of a free-standing cruise ship, has gone from 25,000 square-feet to 85,000 square-feet. We are not just building a waterpark, we are building a resort that will take ten years to fully complete and the waterpark is one component of that.” Schlitterbahn itself will occupy only about 10,000 square-feet of the space in the main building, the remainder will be a combination of public and membership areas, much of which is already a near completion, and will include 85 hotel rooms . Henry said the entire waterpark “is very nearly complete” with the parking lot 95% done and the utilities in place at the site for the remaining phases of construction including the village at the south end of the park’s footprint. He said the original plans for the park called for about 4000-lineer feet of “rivers” or waterway, that has now been expanded to 8000 feet.

Boogie Night events. Crews are currently assembling the superstructure that will make up the most visible feature of the park, the main building, which will be topped with a “sculpture” designed by Henry and Chuck Klinger which will include “musical instruments” which will turn wind into sound. He said the building will have a special lighting display for Christmas. Henry also said he expects to have membership packages available by the June 21 date. “We will deliver more park that what we promised when we started,” Henry said. “This is going to be a world class resort that may take a full ten years to complete all the way from the park to the beach. When people come to the park they everywhere they go they will see things underway. The scope of this project is vast,” When complete Beach Country Blues will be a full-five hundred acre development bordered on the east by Lake Padre and on the west by the waterpark. “We are essentially bringing a river to the

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He said by the June 21 date the park’s footprint will be in place, all the way to its southern boundary. He said the first Kiddie Pool and Swim Up Bar, both located near the main building, will be ready to open this weekend, and second Kiddie Pool will be done within ten days. “To bring people in with the blowing sand from the work site would have been difficult,’ Henry said. “We need to do about ten days of landscaping before we let the public in. He said after June 21 “rolling open” date, after which the park will be continuously open to the public, a Grand Opening will be held on July 12, followed by an August 2 party with special deals for people whose birthday falls in August. Henry also outlined an ambitious schedule beginning on August 2 which includes Wine and Cheese festivals, at least two annual Music Festivals, two to six annual Film Festivals which will feature films on a 70 mm projector and shown on both indoor and outdoor screens, and an Octoberfest celebration. He said by the August 2 date the Boogiebahn will be open and remain open throughout the year for surfing and the date will also mark the kickoff of special

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Hurricane Preparedness – Put Your Plan in Place By Todd Hunter, District 32

We are now in to the hurricane season and it is important to get your plan in place. Being prepared for hurricane season can help keep your family safe. The 2014 hurricane season officially began on June 1 and will end on November 30, 2014. It is during this time that most tropical cyclones form in the Atlantic Basin pose a threat to the United States. Nueces is included among the 14 Tier One counties along the Texas coast. This means that these counties are most likely to be affected if a hurricane makes landfall. It is important that our area, as well as all Texans, prepare for hurricanes by staying informed, creating a disaster plan and following necessary steps to keep their families safe.

In addition, families need to create a disaster supply kit. A disaster supply kit includes gathering blankets, pillows, seasonal clothing and special items for infants and the elderly. Please have flashlights, batteries, telephones, radios and sufficient tools in case of an emergency. It is important to have a good first aid kit with medicines and prescription drugs ready and organized. Living along the coastline also means preparing for hurricanes by retrofitting your house. It is important to strengthen the outside of your home so wind and objects do not tear openings in your roof or walls. Some people may want to find out about flood insurance. The National Flood Insurance is a pre-disaster flood program designed to reduce flood disasters. The National Flood Insurance program can be called at 1-888-CALL-FLOOD, Extension 445.

When hurricanes make landfall or get close to land, they can affect the lives of thousands of Texans along the coast and across the State of Texas. There are various tips on being prepared in case of a hurricane. Some of the tips include the preparation of a family disaster plan. A family disaster plan includes planning for hazards that could affect your family as well

In addition to getting your family, pets and homes safe and prepared, there are various state websites for hurricane preparedness and evacuation, including telephone numbers. Some important contacts include Statewide Road Conditions which can be called at 1-800452-9292 and going to Texas Online - The Official Portal of Texas at www.texasonline. com.

A disaster supply kit includes gathering blankets, pillows, seasonal clothing and special items for infants and the elderly. Please have flashlights, batteries, telephones, radios and sufficient tools in case of an emergency. It is important to have a good first aid kit with medicines and prescription drugs ready and organized.

You can also go to my website which will provide you links, websites to various sources for hurricane preparedness, planning for an evacuation, tips on hurricane preparedness as well as state and federal government resources. Also, if you are elderly or disabled and need hurricane evacuation assistance, you can call 2-1-1. This service will assist you in hurricane evacuation.

as home. Vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind should be reviewed. You should locate safe rooms or places in your house to store items if a hurricane hazard develops. It is important that families determine evacuation and escape routes from your home and places to meet in case of an emergency. Also, have an out-of-state friend as a family contact so that all family members have a place of contact. Don’t forget to plan for taking care of your pets in case of evacuation.

Overall, being prepared for a hurricane and living in a coastal region is very important. Hopefully, this will be a quiet season and a safe one. As always, my offices are available at any time to assist with questions, concerns or comments (Capitol Office, 512-463-0672; District Office, 361-949-4603).

Rep. Hunter represents Nueces County (Part). He can be contacted at todd.hunter@house.state.tx.us or at 512-463-0672.

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The Island Moon provides this space for Island organizations. If you are a member of a club and want to get the word out about your events and/or projects send them along and we will get them in. Be sure to include a brief description of what your organization does and a contact person for those interested in joining. Send the info to editor@islandmoon.com and we will include it. Or call us at 949-7700. Rotary Club of Padre Island Corpus Christi – The Rotary Club of Padre Island is always looking for new members seeking to put “service above self”. If you are interested, please come join us and see what we are all about. The Padre Island Rotary usually meets every Tuesday at noon at the Boathouse Bar and Grill (upstairs), 15241 Leeward Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418. For more information contact Jacqueline Carlson at 361-331-8618 or jcarlson@jmcarchitecture.com.

P.I.E. Padre Island Enrichment Club, Inc,P.I.E. strives to enrich the lives of Padre Island women through social activities and community involvement. Full membership luncheon meetings are held the second Friday of each month at the Holiday Inn. Members may also participant in special interest clubs (bunco, bridge, spades, books, etc) that meet throughout the month. For more information about PIE, please contact Katherine Pierce, President, at 361 960-0327 or Sandy Leber, Membership Chair, at 361 949-7145. KIWANIS Club of Padre Island. The Kiwanis Club of Padre is wrapping up their annual nut sale. All Proceeds Help Children! They will also host their annual Easter Egg Hunt in Billish Park. The Kiwanis meet at noon each Wednesday at Black Sheep Restaurant. For more information contact Karen Wilson at 361-446-4626. e-mail at karenwilson61@gmail.com. PI Dog Group (PI Dog). Meets monthly for dog and owner activities, training and education. Free to join! To join visit padreislanddogpark.com or contact Bev (bevhoffman@aol.com) or Lyn (lyn.edler@ gmail.com). Upcoming Activities: Saturday, June 14, 2014: 11:00 am at Port Aransas Community Park Dog Park (located on Clark Parkway, Port Aransas). If you would like to caravan, meet at the American Bank parking lot at Park Rd 22 & Hwy 361 at 10:30 am. Bring leash, water for your dog & you, poop bags, etc. Saturday, July 19, 2014: 9:00 a.m. Beach Walk. Meet at the Bristol Pavilion at Padre Bali Park. Bring leash, water for your dog & you, poop bags, etc. IUPAC (Island United Political Action Committee): Maximize representation of Corpus Christi residents on Padre and Mustang Islands in area government by promoting and supporting, by the endorsement process, proactive and unified voting in non-partisan races and other issues and referendums put to public vote. Contact Persons: President – Linda A Walsh lawalshva@yahoo.com 361-445-7999. Secondary Contact Person: Member – Brent Hess, bhess0604@gmail.com. 361-774-0089. Meetings: Open to the public, meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month.

Parrot Heads of Port Aransas – The Parrot Heads of Port Aransas will have a monthly meeting on Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Island Hotel in Port Aransas on Hwy. 361. We also will be having a happy Hour on Thursday, May 22 at the Beach Lodge on the beach (Anchor Drive) in Port Aransas. Parrot Heads of Port Aransas is a not-forprofit organization whose purpose is to assist in community and environmental concerns and provide a variety of social activities for people who wish to volunteer. Founded in 2009 the club motto is “Partying With a Purpose.” To join go to portaransasparrotheads.com or call LuAnn Ferguson, 361 749-5141 or 817 291-7034.

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BBB Investigation: Unauthorized Billing by Diet Websites is Not What the Doctor Ordered Consumer complaints allege companies are taking payments for services they never ordered Individually, an unauthorized charge of less than $20 might easily go unnoticed by a consumer. When it happens many times, people begin to take notice. Better Business Bureau (BBB) serving Central, Coastal, Southwest Texas and the Permian Basin found five businesses with similar unauthorized billing complaints. BBB discovered these businesses all related to diet services: Diet Instructor MD (www. dietinstructormd.com), Health Leader MD (www.healthleader.com), Slender Guide MD (www.slenderguidemd.com), Diet Leader MD (www.dietleadermd.com) and Lean Inspiration MD (www.leaninspiration.com). Consumers say they never signed up with the businesses and never visited their websites. A BBB investigator did find those businesses online and also found advertising issues with all five websites, which have similar layout and content. BBB asked the businesses to clarify offers of personal advice “from a doctor or M.D.” that were contradicted by a disclaimer, “The site does not provide medical advice.” None of the five businesses responded to BBB’s requests to modify or support their claims. Although each business has an Austin, Texas address and a separate corporate filing with the Texas Secretary of State, a BBB investigator contacted all five businesses and in each case was told the parent company was New Jerseybased WellnessWatchersMD. Most of the complaints about unauthorized billing referred to charges in the amount of $19.65, though some reported other amounts, such as $17.94. Some complainants reported being charged more than once in the same amount by different business names. Diet Instructor MD replied to BBB’s letter about its pattern of disputes about unauthorized billing. The reply stated that the business has a 90-day no-questions-asked refund policy and that consumers must have signed up after purchasing a health product or after receiving a sales call. However, the reply did not address BBB’s concerns about how to resolve the issues that led to the pattern. The other companies did not respond to BBB’s requests to address concerns about unauthorized billing complaints.

As of May 21, 2014, BBB complaints against the businesses over the last three years were as follows: Diet Instructor MD has failed to resolve 15 complaints. HealthLeader MD has failed to resolve five complaints. SlenderGuideMD has failed to resolve 21 complaints.

Padre Island Yacht Club - A members only Club, however we invite all Island residents to visit us. The PIYC is about boating, friendship and enjoying living on Padre Island. We collect more toys than any other organization in the area for the US Marines “Toys for Tots” program with La Posada events, including the Lighted Boat Parades. To schedule a visit or find out more information please contact John Diggins Phone 361-867-1313 as the Rear Commodore/ Membership for 2014.

Diet Leader MD has failed to resolve eight complaints. LeanInspirationMD has failed to resolve three complaints. In cases where the companies responded to BBB, they promised to issue refunds and said the consumers must have been billed after signing up for memberships while purchasing health-related products or receiving a sales call. Blake Potter of Austin said Diet Instructor MD charged him $19.65 on July 6, 2013 without authorization. He reported it to his bank and canceled his debit card to prevent future charges by the company. He said he researched the company and found numerous other complaints by people who say they had unauthorized charges from the company. “I never heard of this company,” Potter said. “The bank refunded the money after I reported it as fraud. I never heard anything from the company afterward. I’m 6’4” and 145 lbs. I have no need for a diet website.” Melody Bright of Las Vegas, NV, said she was charged several times in the amount of $19.65 without authorization between December 2012 and June 2013. She said the charges occurred under different names, but always in the same amount. Diet Leader MD refunded three charges of $19.65 each after she filed a complaint with BBB. “I have no idea how this company obtained my info,” Bright said. “I have never heard of them and did not sign up for anything from them. They were charging me $19.65. The names were different, but it was always in the same amount. I’m seeing three refunds for $19.65 after I complained. When I called, they said I had signed up for a newsletter. I didn’t. I don’t sign up for newsletters.” BBB offers the following advice to avoid being billed for services you don’t want: • Review your statements. Review credit card and bank statements for any unusual or questionable transactions. Contact the financial institution immediately if any are found. Be prepared with your credit card number and an explanation of when and how the charge might have occurred. • Investigate. Once you have the exact name of the company charging your bank account or credit card, check out its BBB Business Review to see if it has a pattern of similar billing complaints. • File a complaint. If you are being charged for services you didn’t order, speak up. Visit bbb. org to file a complaint with BBB. Let the FTC know as well by filing a complaint at ftc.gov or by calling 877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). • Dispute charges. Under federal law, charges made on a credit card can be disputed up to 60 days after the purchase. • Be wary online. Avoid giving your credit card and other sensitive information online without first researching the business.

POA - Padre Isles Owners Association. The Association’s primary responsibility is to maintain the Common Areas, assess and collect the annual fees and provide information and assistance to property owners. .. Membership in PIPOA is automatic for anyone acquiring record legal title to any property within Padre Isles. Their office is located at 14015 Fortuna Bay Drive on The Island. (361) 949-7025, padreisles@pipoa.net. ARK – Animal Rehabilitation Keep. Located in Port Aransas the ARK is affiliate with the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Center. They handle the rehabilitation of most species of wildlife in the area with an emphasis on marine animals. They care for abut 1300 animals each year, including about 300 sea turtles and more than 100 species of birds. If you find an animal in peril they can help

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Tony Amos is the Director. 750 Channel View Dr. Port Aransas. 361 749-6793, 361 442-7638. afamos@mail.utexas.edu. Island Strategic Action Committee. Is a 14-member committee which meets (usually) at 5:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Comfort Suites on Windward Drive. The committee’s purpose is to advise the Corpus Christi City Council on matters pertaining to The Island.

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SPORTS Greatness Continued Book Signing

By Andy Purvis Special to the Island Moon

Looking for a great Father’s Day Gift? You are invited to a book signing event at the local Corpus Christi, Barnes & Noble book store. On Saturday, May 31st from 1-3 PM, I will be signing copies of my newest book entitled Greatness Continued. This book is the third book of what I now refer to as the Greatness Series. These books are my way of keeping our heroes alive. I have been so

fortunate to meet most of my heroes and these are my stories. We are what we remember. There will also be copies of my first two books if you have not already purchased. I would be honored to see your smiling faces. I will also be joined by two Hall of Famer’s; Mr. Bart Shirley and Mr. Dotson Lewis. They too will sign your copies if you wish. There is no charge for signatures. The event will open with a short introduction of the book, a dedication to my parents and I will recognize the fellows joining me. The three of us will all be glad to answer any questions you might have. I have received so many kind words from you and wish to thank you in person. So, please set aside some time that Saturday to join me at Barnes & Noble. We will have some fun and talk about some of the greatest athletes, coaches and broadcasters in all of sports I dare you to become great! Andy Purvis is a local author and radio personality. His newest book “Greatness Continued” is now available to order online at bn.com, Amazon.com, Google Books, Booksamillion, etc. You may also purchase all three books at Beamer’s Sports Grill 5922 S Staples or the local Barnes & Noble store. Please visit www.purvisbooks.com for more info or contact him at purvis.andy@mygrande. net. Listen to Dennis Quinn & Andy Purvis Q & A Session each Thursday 6-8 PM on ESPN 1440 KEYS.

Sports Talk

Sherman Lollar Belongs in the Hall of Fame*

By Dotson Lewis, Special to the Island Moon dlewis1@stx.rr.com Dotson’s Note: I first met Sherman (Sherm) Lollar in the summer of 1942, he was trying to break into baseball by playing in the “Ban Johnson League” in Pittsburg Kansas, the same semi-pro league that I first tried my hand in the summer of 1946. Flash (the nick name given to him by his high school basketball team mates because of his being “not so fleet of foot”), and I got to be good friends during my high school days (1942-46), we hung out at the same places during his baseball off-season. John Sherman Lollar was born August 23, 1924, in Durham, Arkansas (an unincorporated community in Washington County), in the rural Ozark Mountains. He was a batboy for the Fayetteville, Arkansas Class D minor league team in the Arkansas-Missouri League in the 1930s. In 1943 he was signed as an 18 yearold by the Baltimore Orioles, which then was a minor league franchise in the International League. In 1945 he hit 34 home runs and led the International League with a .364 batting average, winning the league’s Most Valuable Player award. Baltimore had a working agreement with the Cleveland Indians and sold him to the Indians after the 1945 season.

Award for catcher in 1957, which initially had one recipient per position for both leagues. That year he caught Bob Keegan’s no-hitter on August 20. In 1958, the White Sox would battle back from being in last place on June 14 to once again finish the season in second place behind the Yankees, he led the team with 20 home runs and 84 runs batted in. In 1959, the White Sox won their first American League pennant since the Black Sox scandal in 1919, finishing the regular season five games ahead of the Cleveland Indians. Sherm helped guide the White Sox pitching staff to the lowest earned run average in the American League. He also led the team once again with a career-high 22 home runs and 84 runs batted in and winning his third consecutive Gold Glove Award. He had 5 hits and 5 runs batted in, including a home run, in the 1959 World Series, as the White Sox were defeated by the Los Angeles Dodgers in a six-game series. Sherm remained the White Sox starting catcher through the 1962 season. In 1962, he fractured his thumb on June 20 when he was hit by a pitch by Ted Sadowski of the Minnesota Twins. He did not return until July 25 and appeared in only 84 games during the season. Sherm retired from playing at the end of the 1963 season at the age of 38. Coaching and Minor league managing career

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Sherm became a coach for the Baltimore Orioles from 1964 to 1968. He won another World Series as a coach with the Orioles in 1966. He subsequently was a coach for the Oakland Athletics in 1969 and managed the Athletics’ minor league affiliates the Iowa Oaks and the Tucson Toros in the 1970s. After his baseball career ended, Sherm operated a bowling alley in Springfield, Missouri, and refereed high-school basketball games. After a long battle with cancer, he died in Springfield on September 24, 1977. He was 53 years old. He was survived by his wife, Connie, and a son, Sherman Jr. He is buried in Rivermonte Memorial Gardens in Springfield.

Hall of Fame Eligibility Sherm Lollar with the White Sox, 1952-1963 By Bob Copes

Iron Jenny Flint knew something was very, very wrong. It was February 2014, and the Hurricane Alley Roller Derby League's 10th season was set to begin in two months. The bouts were scheduled. The fliers were printed. But as Flint (aka H.A.R.D. Co-Founder and Coast Guard environmentalist Jammie Fisher) visited Saxet Center, the league's venue, she saw a “Sold” sign out front. The new owners did not see roller derby in their building's future, and they wanted the league to take their stuff and go. “I was devastated,” she said. If there's one thing roller derby teaches you, it's how to get back up after you've been knocked down. And while league members refer to themselves as “The Brass Knuckle Brawlers,” they are so much more. Founded in 2005 by skater Nina Cochina (aka hair stylist Nina McDermott), H.A.R.D. is a limited liability corporation with an appreciation for their sport's history and a vision for their league's future. So they approached their situation in a very business-like way and prepared a list of new potential homes. As excited as the league was to seek a new venue, SMG, the managing company for American Bank Center, was equally excited to compete to be the league’s new host. Eric Jaramillo, director of sales and marketing, says “The SMG Senior Regional Director of Sales and our directors of Event Services, Marketing and Food & Beverage all came together and created a customized package to maximize Hurricane Alley Roller Derby's opportunities.” Currently home for the NAHL IceRays, NCAA Islanders Men's & Women's Basketball and UIFL Fury, SMG is thrilled, according to Jaramillo, to add H. A. R. D. to its family of sports entertainment in Corpus Christi. And what thrills the skaters to the point that they suffer exhaustion and risk injury for little or no money? If you have to ask the question, you probably won't understand the answer. Uncle Leon and the Alibis' anthemic Roller Derby Saved my Soul may say it best with “... some girls are built for speed and some girls, they like to fight.” Flint thinks all skaters share what she calls a common addiction and

a special bond that turns fierce combatants into good friends as soon as the final buzzer sounds. Willa Shankspear (aka H.A.R.D. director of promotions and college instructor Felicia Cain-Dziadek) sees the appeal as one of empowerment, adding “These women are in their late 20s and 30s, and are secure in themselves. It's a redefining of feminism and helping to reshape the image of women in sports.” And every H.A.R.D. skater is motivated by the league's mission to offer alternative entertainment in the Coastal Bend. Ardent fan Rose Rivers thinks that mission has been accomplished. She was looking for something new and different, she says, when long-time friend Cain-Dziadek introduced her to the sport. She too was very disappointed by Saxet Center's sale. “They had made it their own,” she said, “and great for the fans.” However, she sees the move to the American

Major League Baseball Career Cleveland Indians (1946) Sherm made his major league debut on April 20, 1946. He was a backup catcher for the Cleveland Indians behind catchers Frankie Hayes and then Jim Hegan. He asked to be sent back to the minor league and his wish was granted.

New York Yankees (1947–1948) He was traded to the New York Yankees after the 1946 season, and competed with Yogi Berra in 1947 for the Yankees catcher position. Both Lollar and Berra were considered excellent hitting prospects but defensive liabilities, although both eventually would become outstanding receivers. He started two games in the 1947 World Series for the Yankees against the Brooklyn Dodgers and went 3 for 4 with two doubles. Yankee coach and Hall of Fame catching great, Bill Dickey advised the Yankees that Yogi’s left-hand bat was more suited to the dimensions of Yankee Stadium, than Sherm’s right-hand bat. During the 1948 season, he received a hand injury due to a foul tip, resulting in limited action for the rest of the 1948 season.

St. Louis Browns (1949–1951) He was traded to the St. Louis Browns and replaced Les Moss as their starting catcher for the 1949 season. In 1950, He was hitting .314 in mid-July and earned his first of seven AllStar selections (9 games). He ended the season hitting .280 with a career-high .391 on-base percentage. In 1951, he hit .252 for the season and was traded in November to the White Sox.

In The Case for Those Overlooked by the Baseball Hall of Fame, published in 1992, he was named as one of 32 former major league players considered worthy of Hall of Fame consideration. Seven of the book’s listed players, Ron Santo, Nellie Fox, Orlando Cepeda, Hal Newhouser, Bill Mazeroski, Richie Ashburn and Larry Doby have since been enshrined. Sherm is one of 36 catchers who are portrayed in Thomas Owens’ Great Catchers.

Golden Era (1947–1972) Sherman Lollar is currently eligible to be identified as a Golden Era ballot candidate in November 2014 by the Baseball Writers Association of America’s-appointed Historical Overview Committee (screening committee of 10-12 BBWAA members). If he gets on the Golden Era ballot list of 10 candidates, he’s eligible for consideration for election to the Hall of Fame in December 2014 by the 16-member Golden Era Committee, under the Hall of Fame’s, Golden Era rules for election for players. *I have started a campaign to get Sherm voted into the Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame on the “Golden Era” ballot. I am lobbying the members of the Baseball Writers Association of America to vote for Sherm. I believe that if Yogi Berri, Ron Santo, Nellie Fox, Orlando Cepeda, Hal Newhouser, Bill Mazeroski, Richie Ashburn and Larry Doby deserve to be in the Hall, that most assuredly, Sherm Lollar should be there. What do you think? Your comments regarding this and/or any other Moon article will be greatly appreciated. Please call the Benchwarmers between 3 and 6 PM weekdays at 361-560-5397 or call or Email Dotson. Phone: 361-949-7681 Cell: 530-7488475 Email: dlewis1@stx.rr.com

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Chicago White Sox (1952–1963) Bank Center as a huge positive as the new venue brings with it much greater exposure. “They get better and better every year,” says Rivers, adding “This is going to be a very good thing for them.” While the skaters do enjoy their mayhem, they also share a strong sense of community and civic responsibility. When they aren't skating, they have been focusing their considerable energies on issues such as cancer awareness and the prevention of human trafficking. They support the March of Dimes, and they have given both time and money on behalf of Kieschnick Guest House, which serves families with loved ones at Christus Spohn Hospital. Having overcome the roadblocks to its 10th season, the league looks forward to the home opener on Saturday, June 7 in a tie-breaking grudge match against the Texas Outlaws of Alvin. As Iron Jenny Flint eyes what's ahead, something looks very, very right. Tickets will available for $12 presale and $15 day of the game. Additional fees may apply. Tickets will be available at the American Bank Center box office, Ticketmaster.com, H-E-B Ticketmaster outlets, or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Tickets and VIP passes may also be purchased without fees and with free delivery from the Hurricane Alley Roller Derby by visiting www. hurricanealleyrd.com.

In 1952, he took over the season’s regular catching job for the White Sox from catcher Phil Masi. His defensive skills improved under the tutelage of manager and former major league catcher Paul Richards. Sherm, whom Richards called “a manager on the field”, was a quiet workhorse who led by example and was an excellent handler of pitchers. In 1954, after allowing a stolen base to Al Smith on May 25, he threw out all 18 would-be base stealers during the remainder of the year. He became a mainstay behind the plate for the Go-Go White Sox teams of the 1950s and early 1960s, which included future Hall of Fame members Luis Aparicio, Nellie Fox, George Kell, Hoyt Wilhelm, and Early Wynn. Described as a dangerous hitter with power in Who’s Who in Baseball History, Sherm played most of his career in cavernous Comiskey Park. He tied a Major League record on April 23, 1955 when he got hits twice in two different innings of the same game. Sherm never struck out more than 50 times in a season and walked more than he struck out in each of the 15 seasons he played after becoming an “every day player.” His career on-base percentage was higher than Berra’s (.357 versus .348). He hit a career-high .293 with 28 doubles in 1956. The White Sox finished in third place for five consecutive seasons until 1957, when the Sox held first place until late June, before finishing the season in second place behind the Yankees. Sherm won the first Gold Glove

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Black Marlin announces summer concert series… The new Black Marlin Bar and Grill at the Palmilla Beach Golf Club (formerly the Newport Beach Golf Club) in Port A has stepped up their live music game and announced a summer concert series with some very noteworthy acts. For ten straight Saturdays, th Ray Wylie Hubbard beginning June 7 , the intimate setting will play the Black in the courtyard of Marlin Bar and Gill the Black Marlin will host such on June 7th. luminaries as Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, Hal Ketchum, The Rankin Twins, Jason Eady, Brian Keane and the Tejas Brothers. According to Black Marlin manager, Aaron Green, they plan to only sell a 150 or so tickets for each show as the size of the venue is limited. Green did say that there will be reserved seating for parties of four or more at $20 each, as well as general admission tickets for $15. I attended a couple of Thursday shows out there when Carol Elliott played and the place is very attractive and comfortable. There’s a bar and restaurant inside and an outside bar perched high above the stage which overlooks the beach and golf course. (The restaurant will be closed during these shows.) You can purchase advance tickets on their website: www.blackmarlinbarandgrill.com. I’ll preview Ray Wylie’s show next week.

Tessy Lou and the Shot Gun Gang…

Tiffany Tuesday interviews David Martinez during her variety show at Giggity’s on Tuesday night.

Cody Angel sat in with Mike Milligan and the Altar Boys at Giggity’s last Friday night Another nice surprise last weekend was our Prodigal son, Cody Angel, was in town and showed up at Giggity’s on Friday for the Mike Milligan show. Cody was in the area playing a show with the Damn Quails at South Texas Ice House in Corpus on Saturday. Cody and the Milligan crew have shared some stages in their time, most notably Maggie Mae’s in Austin. Cody is now 21, has gotten his associate’s degree and moved to San Marcos where he has become a highly sought after sideman on electric and pedal steel guitar. Attaboy Cody, you keep making us proud. We miss you around here.

Gary P. Nunn played the Back Porch last Friday Also this weekend, I saw shows at the Back Porch by Gary P. Nunn, Larry Joe Taylor and Cruise Control… all of which were packed to the rafters. I had wanted to catch Kimberly Dunn over at Stingrays but never made it over there. The Gary P. show had the added Larry Joe Taylor attraction of having Tessy Lou and her fiddle player played the sitting in with them. They Back Porch last sounded great.

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guys are great. McKay has written Grammy winning songs with Guy Clark and has an amazing chemistry with Brennen Leigh, who comes from a bluegrass background and can flat pick with the best of them. Also on Saturday, the Derailers (Austin, TX) will play the Back Porch, Charlie Robison will play Brewster Street and Jake Ward and the Coast Riders will play Giggity’s.

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Cody Angel breezes through…

Tessy Lou Williams and the Shot Gun Gang played the Back Porch last Thursday

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Austin and pursue her career in music. During this quest, Tessy Lou has attracted the attention of many notable artists including Gary P. Nunn, who commented that she has a “classic country voice that is so rare these days.” I was very impressed by this young lady and expect big things to come her way. She has a voice that you won’t soon forget.

Gary P. and Larry Joe…

Memorial Day Weekend was a lot of fun. The island was hopping. I took a few beach runs and it was wall to wall, bumper to bumper people. They really didn’t seem to mind the mountains of seaweed everywhere. I saw kids playing in it and climbing to the top of the big mounds like it was just an added attraction. “Look honey, those nice folks in Port A put a bunch of big piles of seaweed for the kids to play in… how thoughtful.” One unexpected treat this weekend was Tessie Lou and the Shot Gun Gang (Austin, TX) who played the Back Porch on Thursday. Tessy Lou (as in Tessy Lou Williams) hails from small town Montana where she honed her craft as a singer and songwriter. She learned to play cello, guitar, saxophone, piano and clarinet by the sixth grade. She comes from a musical family who helped her to move to

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On Thursday, June 5th, Reckless Kelly and Josh Ward will play Brewster. That one ought to pack ‘em in. On Friday the 6th, Mandy Rowden and Billy Abel will return to Shorty’s and our buddy, Davin James will return to the Porch. On Saturday the 7th, a new band, Dreaming in Color (Corpus Christi, TX)) will debut at Giggity’s. This is a five piece band fronted by Debra Scott-Brown who play covers by Sade, Tears for Fears, No Doubt, Hall and Oats, Bob Marley, etc. I like them. Also on the 7th,

I want to mention a new development in the Tiffany Tuesday show at Giggity’s every week… the gregarious Miss Tuesday has decided to turn her weekly gig into a variety show and has invited a series of special guests to join her for some spontaneous fun. She got the ball rolling last week with Ruben Limas (who fronts the band Ruben and the Rolling Jays) with whom she staged a cigarette rolling contest and interview. And this week her guest was singer-songwriter David Martinez (Corpus Christi, TX) and they played a trivia game with a Back to the Future theme where the winner won a “flux capacitor” In coming weeks, Tiffany has invited Jimmy Wilden, Stephen Rushlow, Black Betty and Brian Christopher Meyerdirk. This young lady has quite the imagination so I’m really looking forward to seeing what she comes up with each week. Keep in mind, Tiffany is the mastermind behind the local “Mischief Patrol” who decorated the Noel McKay and Brennen Leigh will play Shorty’s Mayors house last Fourth of July. on Saturday.

DO NOT MISS LIST Coming this weekend… There’s lot’s of great stuff still coming this weekend. Our favorite string band, the Independent Thieves, will play Shorty’s on Friday and our favorite rising star, Melissa Brooke, will play Giggity’s. Melissa has recently left Port A and moved to Ft. Worth where she grew up. I look forward to hearing how it’s going for her up there. Also on Friday, Mike Blakely y los Yahoos will play the Back Porch and the fabulous Stewart Mann and Statesboro Revue will play a show at the South Texas Ice House with the Midnight Choir… that will be a killer show. On Saturday the hits keep right on rolling… my PICK OF THE WEEK goes to the great Noel McKay and Brennen Leigh (Austin, TX) at Shorty’s. Trust me and DO NOT MISS this show. These

the Tejas Brothers are at the Back Porch, Ray Wiley Hubbard is at the Black Marlin and Joe King Carrasco plus the Krayolas will play the Executive Surf Club… that will be a good show.

On the horizon… On the near horizon, watch for shows from Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen (Brewster 6/10), Stoney LaRue and The Washers (Brewster 6/12), Shelley King (Shorty’s 6/13), Thieving Birds (Stingrays 6/13), Uncle Lucius (Back Porch 6/13), the Whiskey Sisters (Back Porch 6/14), Junior Brown (Black Marlin 6/14), Shinyribs (Back Porch 6/20) and Hal Ketchum (Black Marlin 6/21). Be safe out there.

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