SA Monthly October 2016

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MUSIC Noun The art of arranging sounds in time so as to produce a continuous, unified and evocative composition, as through melody, harmony, rythym and timbre.

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OF THE MONTH Patsy Torres originally planned to be a medical doctor like her grandfather, Dr. Torres. But music would take her down a different path.

Patsy discovered music in middle school as a trumpet player in the school band. In high School, Patsy and her sister Cindy (who played saxophone) started a cover band they named Blue Harmony. They encouraged Patsy to start singing. Six months after her singing debut, she was “discovered” and given a recording contract.

Starting college, Patsy felt this was a creative way to finance her medical education. Her first Tejano album yielded a #1 hit that awarded her TTMA’s “Female Entertainer of the Year”. Patsy became the first Tejano artist to film a music video and be on MTV. She made history as the first artist to expose Tejano music on national TV on “Sea World’s Lone Star Celebration”, and “International Star Search”, the first to perform a bilingual song on TNN’s “Nashville Now Show”, and the first female Tejano artist to perform with a symphony.

The national recognition led to tours

in Hawaii, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Okinawa, Guam, Germany, Italy, Spain, Greece, Turkey, Mexico, and China as the first female to perform Tejano music overseas.

Patsy’s love for kids inspired her to create a musical program called the Positive Force Tour. At the same time, Patsy presented Tejano music to millions of visitors from all over the world as the star performer at Fiesta Texas for 10 years.

Patsy always gives back to her community and leads by example when she earned her Ph.D. in Education and Organizational Leadership. Patsy became a doctor after all. Dr. Patsy Torres is busy as ever and working on her 16th album. She has received countless awards and recognitions and continues to broaden her musical abilities performing jazz, pop, mariachi, country, oldies, and Christian music.

Visit www.patsytorres.com and follow Patsy on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, AND LINKEDIN.

Davey Schrank

"Step up and sing"

By Ken Cooke Davey Schrank grew up listening to everything from James Taylor to The Ramones while growing up between the Hill Country and the Panhandle. That variety shaped his music career Ăą one that is breaking out after years as a sideman.

Schrank's debut EP "Priddy, Texas," a nod to his hometown. Schrank is one of the busiest musicians in the Hill Country, entertaining tourists with solo or group gigs, and touring.

In Schrank's youth, he was fascinated when his brothers or cousins picked out tunes on guitar or sang harmonies and decided he wanted in on that. The lad also idolized Davy Crockett, and realized a dream when he performed in the Alamo courtyard.

While working in Fredericksburg, he paired with "AmericaĂ­s Got Talent" finalist Dave Fenley, who told him to "step up and sing." That became a necessity when Fenley moved to Nashville after his popularity rose from the TV show.

Since then, Schrank has taken the lead role on stage and is expanding his recording portfolio. He has been recording in the River City with Jim Meek, who is helping him produce his own songs and next project.

His new songs should hit iTunes in January. Schrank also performs at Texas Hoffbrau at the Quarry.

Hill Country audiences, seeking a wine-mellowed groove, usually slip into his after a few tunes. Thoughtful lyrics and Texas-boy humility are part of his appeal. Catch Schrank at a variety of locations throughout the Hill Country. Visit his "Schrank Shack" at www.daveyschrank.com.

SPOTLIGHTS OF THE MONTH Joins Musical Bridges Around the World as Artistic Coordinator Since 2005, pianist Elena Portnaya has been a frequent guest artist with Musical Bridges Around the World. Now, the Moscow native has a permanent role with the cultural and education organization as Artistic Coordinator.

“I am happy to join the Musical Bridges family, especially since I was a guest artist before,” Portnaya said. “I look forward to helping create beautiful programs that provide world-class musicians to school children and retirement communities, and free concerts for San Antonio audiences. I like the idea of uniting people through music and art. These programs make San Antonio an international cultural center.”

As Artistic Coordinator, Portnaya, who is the winner of several international piano competitions, will be responsible for negotiating artists’ contracts and programs, handling communications with the artists and artists’ managers, reviewing contracts and riders, and serving as liaison between MBAW and stage hands at venues, among other duties.

Her education includes under-graduate studies in piano performance from the Moscow Gnessin School of Music, a Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance from the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory, and a Doctor of Musical Arts in opera coaching from the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas at Austin.

Musical Arts Center of San Antonio Musical Arts Center of San Antonio, Inc. Opens New Location in Stone Oak Programs ranging from piano to violin and voice offered for children and adults Musical Arts Center of San Antonio (MACSA) opened its newest location in Stone Oak at 2106 E. Sonterra, Suite 211, 78259 next to Staples Office Supply.

“At Musical Arts Center of San Antonio, we foster a love for music and give beginning and accomplished students the skills to express that love. We set them on a lifelong journey exploring the beauty and joy that music will bring to their world,” Executive Director Kenneth Thompson said. MACSA was founded in 1999 by Kenneth Thompson, a former concert pianist, and has more than 43 professional instructors and musicians who teach voice, piano, pre-school piano, violin, guitar, drums, clarinet and flute.

For more information, visit www.musicalartscenter.com or call (210) 697-7111.

Tuesday Musical Club Artist Series

Paul Jacob, a Grammy award-winning musician who performed at the Tuesday Musical Club’s Artist Series, gives this wonderful tribute: "I am honored to be asked back by the Tuesday Musical Club, an extraordinary organization that does incredible work for the entire community…..everyone needs a great deal more beauty and goodness." Bringing world-class artists to San Antonio for the past 93 years (yes, 93 years!), the Tuesday Musical Club Artist Series will again present four concerts by renowned artists for its 2016-2017 season: JULIE BOULIANNE – Mezzo-Soprano, 2 p.m., October 25, 2016 Boulianne has been acclaimed for the agility and expressive power of her mezzo-soprano voice in a wide repertoire, with a special focus on the music of Mozart and Rossini.

ENSEMBLE SCHUMANN – Oboe, Viola and Piano, 2 p.m., November 29, 2016 Thomas Gallant, oboe, Steve Larson, viola, and Sally Pinkas, piano, have been performing together since 2005. They have been featured on the prestigious Da Camera Series in Los Angeles and on “Live from Fraser” on WGBH in Boston.

SIMONE PORTER – Violin, 2 p.m., January 31, 2017 Porter is an emerging artist of impassioned energy, musical integrity, and vibrant sound. The LA Times, after referring to her as “future star,” added “Strike the word ‘future.’ She sounds ready.”

ROMAN RABINOVICH – Piano, 2 p.m., March 28, 2017 Praised by the NY Times for his “uncommon sensitivity and feeling,” Rabinovich won the 2008 Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition. He has performed throughout the U.S. and Europe in many prestigious venues.

All Artist Series concerts last from 90 minutes to two hours, with short intermission at Laurel Heights United Methodist Church, 227 W. Woodlawn Avenue.

Handicapped seating and free parking are available.

A full season packet of four tickets can be purchased for $75, and can be used at any concert, in any combination.

Students are free. Single tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.satmc.org or at the door.

FOOD Noun Material, usually of plant or animal orgin, such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, or minerals.

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Cafe Dijon

Fresh Local Seasonal Cafe of the Month

Located at 555 East Basse Rd, San Antonio, you will find Cafe Dijon passionately serving food that can be delicious, exciting and healing.

Our food culminates from our desire to bring a farm-to-table with a french flair experience to our back yard. From our travels, we've learned that eating rich, natural food can enhance your health and delight your tastebuds. Through our meals and services we hope to better your health through your diet, without it being a "diet".

All of our food is fresh, local and seasonal. We partner with local farms and vendors to keep our menu fresh and exciting, just like mother nature intended. With each season, we are committed to offering you a variety of meals that are full of flavor and life-long benefits. We guarantee that you will be able to taste the difference.

FALL HOURS | TUE to SUN | 9A - 9P HAPPY HOUR | TUE to FRI | 4P - 7P | $5 Wine, 20% of Bottles, $1-off Beer

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Recipe of the Month

BOUDRO’S TEXAS BISTRO, the jewel of San Antonio’s River Walk, is known for having the ultimate guacamole that is always served fresh tableside! This recipe comes straight from their establishment and never fails to impress!

Boudro's Guacamole Recipe Freshly prepared at your table with diced avocado, roasted tomato and serrano pepper, cilantro and fresh lime and orange juices. Serves two.

Ingredients • Juice of 1/4 of an orange • Juice of 1/2 a lime • 1 avocado seeded and scooped out of skin • 2 tablespoons roasted and charred Roma tomatoes, diced • 1 roasted Serrano pepper, seeded and diced • 1 tablespoon medium dice red onions • 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro • coarse ground salt to taste (sea salt is better) Directions Squeeze juices into bowl. Add avocado and coarsely chop. Add onions, roasted tomato, serrano and cilantro fold into avocado mixture.

Add salt (more is better). Result should be crudely chopped not mashed. That's it, enjoy!

421 E. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205

18720 Stone Oak Pkwy Sushi Zushi Stone Oak Call (210) 545-6100 www.sushizushi.com

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Restaurant of the Month

Authentic Japanese Sushi Restaurant of the Month

Explore the exotically familiar and the authentically creative as Sushi Zushi fuses Japanese traditions with modern tastes.

Dedicated to purists, adventurers and firsttimers alike, our masterful chefs select the freshest ingredients and combine them into extraordinary, hand-prepared artistry for the body and soul.

Embark on a memorable dining experience, prepared to amaze. Satisfy your appetite and your curiosity as Sushi Zushi balances traditional Japanese roots with Latin-American influences into an expansive menu far beyond the ordinary. We integrate local ingredients and age-old practices into modern, healthy and superior dining pleasure on every plate, every time. This harmony of culture and cuisine culminates in a complete sensory experience for our patrons.

Dedicated to purists, adventurers and firsttimers alike, Sushi Zushi balances Japanese roots with Latin American influences to create an expansive menu, far beyond the ordinary.

Drink of the Month

Introducing a new signature drink: Zushi Punch!

A rich and refreshing blend of Bacardi Superior, Bacardi Coconut, Dekuyper Peachtree, pineapple, orange & pink grapefruit juices.

11224 Huebner Rd, Ste 206 210-691-3288 Hours Mon-Sat: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm www.fattboyburgers.com

441 W Nakoma St. • Call your order in advance (210) 248-9609 www.wiseguyschicago.com • Facebook: wiseguyssanantonio Lunch, Dinner and Drinks - Mon-Sat: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm and Sun: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Downtown Brunch Restaurant of the Month

Brunch. Brunch. Brunch on Sunday is the best Brunch of all. Make some weekend plans and join us for a Grayson Street Brunch Extravaganza. Every single Sunday from 10-3pm.

Grayze is San Antonio's newest neighborhood, hospitality driven restaurant and bar, featuring a chef driven menu of recognizable and approachable favorites, seasonal cocktails, and eclectic wines and beers. Centrally located in Government Hill on East Grayson Street and minutes from downtown and the Pearl Brewery, Grayze strives to provide exceptional fare and friendly service in a casual and inviting atmosphere.

BISON BURGER OF THE MONTH

521 E Grayson St • (210) 481-8776 www.grayzeongrayson.com

Home on The Range: Bison Burger, smoked bleu cheese, fried onion strings, whole leaf mixed greens, chipotle roasted tomato, mushrooms with our homemade aioli.

$5 Happy Hour Tues.-Sat. 4-7 pm

Sunday Brunch 11 am to 3 pm Dinner Tues.-Sat. 5 pm to 10 pm

Kids Room with Netflix, blackboard, butcher paper and kids menu.

Deli Coming Soon!

4331 McCullough Ave. Olmos Park Phone: 210-320-0698 Email: tribecaop@gmail.com Tribeca212.com

La Familia Cortez Family Profiles:

Top Chef of the Month - Cariño Cortez

Building the Family Legacy with Tradition and Culinary Skill Chef Cariño Cortez is a third-generation Cortez family member and food enthusiast who grew up surrounded by the smells, flavors, storytelling and memories that family meals and cooking bring together.

As the daughter of Jorge Cortez, Cariño started her career in the family business in her teenage years and has worked nearly every job imaginable from hostess to catering employee to floor manager.

After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Accounting, Cariño earned a Culinary Arts Degree from the Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park, and worked a number of years under Michelin starred chefs, Jean Georges and Rick Bayless, to blend her business foundation with her love of comida.

More than 75 years since her grandfather began Mi Tierra, Cariño’s passion for cooking and her knowledge of the business is a perfect fit for her role as Project Manager with La Familia Cortez Restaurants. Cariño served as the project manager and opening chef of Viva Villa Taquería, the newest concept in La Familia Cortez Restaurants’ portfolio that opened to rave reviews in 2015. Viva Villa Taquería continues the family legacy of providing the highest quality food, authentic culture and sincere hospitality every day—the same values that drive Cariño in her overall role with the restaurants.

Another family tradition that Cariño holds dear is giving back to the community. She regularly lends her expertise in culinary arts to support the community by sharing her talents with organizations such as the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, Houston Street Charities’ San Antonio Cocktail Conference, La Zona Cultural, VIA Metropolitan Transit and more. Amore. As an active member of the business community, she is a graduate of the Alex Briseño Leadership Program, the SA Leadership Organization of Professionals and is a member of Leadership San Antonio Class 41. Additionally, she presented at TEDx San Antonio 2016, addressing “Connection through Comida” and she serves as a San Antonio Express News Community Advisory Board Member.

Q: How long have you been in the business?

A: Working in the family business was my first job, starting at 16 years old. It was more like an internship about our business, culture and city than anything else. I worked in the bakery and as a hostess that first year, but my dad made sure to take me on many field trips to see public art, city hall and other historical landmarks. We learned a lot about San Antonio as a whole. I moved away for a number of years and have been back for three years now in my new role.

Q: How long have you been in the business?

A: Working in the family business was my first job, starting at 16 years old. It was more like an internship about our business, culture and city than anything else. I worked in the bakery and as a hostess that first year, but my dad made sure to take me on many field trips to see public art, city hall and other historical landmarks. We learned a lot about San Antonio as a whole. I moved away for a number of years and have been back for three years now in my new role.

Q: What other restaurants have you been a part of ?

A: I externed with Three-Michelin-Starred Chef Jean Georges at his flagship restaurant in New York City. I worked with Rick Bayless for three years in Chicago, helping open Xoco. I also worked in his Michelin-Starred restaurant Topolobampo as part of his menu development team, working closely with him to change out the seasonal menu every month. While working with Bayless, the team and I had classes taught by him twice a month to learn about how the regions, history, geography and climates of Mexico impact each unique cuisine. We developed recipes that would appear every month on the restaurant’s menu and worked closely with our sommelier and mixologist to provide cocktail and wine pairings. We also had a yearly staff trip where we did an extensive culinary tour in different regions of Mexico. After three years in Chicago, I moved to Austin and operated on my own as a food and beverage consultant. I had some great experiences getting to work on the culinary production team for the Paula Deen Live Tour. I also had a retail food client, Garcia Foods, who I worked with to create products from start to finish that ended up in Walmart Superstores and H-E-B.

Q: What are your earliest memories of the restaurants?

A: I remember coming here for every family occasion you can think of: dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, etc. A lot of our team members, who have been here for so long, remember me as a baby and growing up through the years of coming to the restaurants with my family. When we were really little, my sister and I remember that we would always get a balloon and a pink sugar cookie from the bakery. It was one of those traditions, and I love that we still have those small pink sugar cookies in the bakery today.

It brings back lots of memories.

Q: Did you ever consider not being a part of the business?

A: I always knew that I wanted to pursue a career in the food industry, and that is what has taken me to a variety of different experiences. It wasn’t until our family took a huge step in working on a growth strategy and on the transition of leadership that I knew I could find a role that would be beneficial to both me and my career and also for the company.

Q: What does the family legacy mean to you?

A: This family legacy is something I’m very proud of, each generation of our family has worked so hard to preserve our tradition in our business but also our community. We have an overarching responsibility to give back to our city, community and guests because that is the foundation my grandfather, Pedro, built Mi Tierra on. To whom a lot is given, a lot will be expected—I think about that constantly, my dad (Jorge Cortez) is always repeating to us, “We are more than in the business of selling tacos and enchiladas. We are about embracing and preserving our beautiful Latino culture.”

Q: What would you like to see in the future of La Familia Cortez?

A: I hope to see our businesses thriving for the next several decades, being the place where people create memories, where they celebrate weddings, birthday, engagements and pay tribute to loved ones. It’s the place where our Mexican traditions live, in photographs, music, art work, cuisine, pan dulce and altars. I hope that our family and team members are continuing to carry the torch to help our business grow, but most importantly preserving our culture and traditions.

Q: What doesn’t everyone know about the restaurants?

A: A lot of people don’t know that we make our recipes from scratch. We have a butcher, who takes care of our meat department. We have cooks that have been with us for decades. They start each day by roasting chiles for our sauces.

We have a baker/panadero who knows the craft of pan dulce so well, he bakes the pan dulce for our panadería daily. It’s a part of our culture and our tradition. These recipes are so unique. Also, my grandfather always told us to never change our recipes. The carne guisada that was eaten in 1941 is the same carne guisada that we serve now.

For More Information: Megann Pettit • The CE Group, Inc. • 210.569.6908 • mpettit@cegroupinc.net Melissa Vela-Williamson • The CE Group, Inc. • 210.413.7421 • media@mtcincsa.com

Newest Brick Oven Pizza Restaurant of the Month

Present by chef-owner Michael Sohocki, Il Forno is San Antonio’s newest brick oven pizza restaurant that is already being called the best place to get pizza in the city.

With housemade coppa, prosciutto, pepperoni among other meats, along with housemade cheeses and sauces and vegetables purchased from local farmers, a pizza fresh from the fire at Il Forno will change the way you think about the humble pie. Come for the pizza, but save room for the antipasto and local beer and wine.

With a casual and warm ambience and food this good, this new hotspot will quickly make you a regular.

Monday through Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

122 Nogalitos St, San Antonio, TX 78204 www.ilfornosa.com

Lunch, Dinner and Drinks Hours Mon.-Sun. 11:00 am-2:00 am

Eat • Drink • BeHappy

A neighborhood bar that serves American style cuisine in a fun atmosphere!

Bar Louie's warm surroundings, are filled with nightlife photography, hand-laid tile artwork and other local architectural touches.

Beer and wine connoisseurs will be impressed with the extensive selection of imports, microbrews and over 20 wines by the glass, while cocktail drinkers will revel in signature martinis, mojitos and margaritas made from the highest quality ingredients, fresh fruit and hand squeezed juices.

210-901-6280 www.barlouieamerica.com

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RESTAURANTS of the

MONTH Acenar Alamo Café Aldaco’s Mexican Cuisine Aldo’s Anaqua Grill Asado Seafood Grill Bakery Lorraine Bambino Huey Café Barriba Cantina Barn Door Restaurant Biga on the Banks Bite Blue Star Brewing Company Bohanan’s Bob’s Steak & Chop House Boiler House TX Grill & Wine Garden Boudro’s – A Texas Bistro Bravo Cucina Italiana Brick Oven Pizza Bread Box Broadway 50-50 Buckhorn Saloon Café BurgerFi Cadillac Bar & Restaurante Café Dijon Café Soleil Capparelli’s on Main Cappy’s Restaurant Carmen’s de la Calle Casa Real Casa Rio Mexican Foods Restaurant Casey’s Barbecue Chama Gaucha Champion’s Chris Madrid’s

Chunky’s Burgers & More Crumpets Restaurant & Bakery Cured Deco Pizzaria Demo’s Greek Food Dick’s Last Resort DiFrabo Italian Restaurante Dolores Del Rio El Jarro De Arturo El Mirasol Eyes Over Texas at the Towers Ez’s Fatboy Burgers Fig Tree Restaurant Gini’s Restaurant & Bakery Giuseppe’s Godai Sushi Bar Good Time Charlie’s Grayze on Grayson Guenther House Hawx Hoffbrau Hot Joy Il Forno India Oven India Palace J. Alexander’s J. Prime Steakhouse Jacala Mexican Restaurant Josephine Street Café Kangaroo Court

Karam’s Mexican Dining Room Kings of Barbacoa L Etoile La Fogata La Fonda on Main La Madeleine La Margarita Mexican Restaurant La Posada del Rey Landry’s Seafood House Las Canarias Liberty Bar Little Italy Restaurant Little Rhein Steak House Los Barrios Restaurant & Catering Luciano Ristorante & Bar Lüke San Antonio Madhatters Tea House & Café Magnolia’s Pancake Haus Mi Tierra Café And Bakery Morton’s of Chicago Steakhouse Nadler’s Bakery & Deli O’liva Supper Old San Francisco Steak Original Mexican Restaurant Oro Restaurant & Bar Outback’s Steakhouse Paesano’s Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine Paloma Riverwalk Paramour Coffee House Pat O’Brien’s Bar

Piatti Italian Restaurant Pico de Gallo Restaurant Pico de Gallo Restaurant Presidio Pugel’s Hot Dogs Razmiko’s Ristorante Italiano Rio Rio Cantina Rita’s on the River Romano’s Macaroni Grill Rosario’s Rosario’s Mexican Café y Cantina Ruth’s Chris Steak House Shawkool Bar & Grill Shiraz Silo Elevated Cuisine Smoke BBQ Spaghetti Warehouse Stone Works Café And Bar Supper at Hotel Emma Sushi Zushi Texas Land & Cattle Steakhouse The County Line The Lord’s Kitchen The Palm Restaurant The Pearl of the Pacific The Quarry Golf Club The Republic of Texas Restaurant TNT TacosTomatillos Café y Cantina Tony Roma’s Famous for Ribs Tribeca 212 Twin Sisters Bakery & Café Water Street Oyster Bar Zuni Grill Presidio Razmiko’s Ristorante Italiano Rio Rio Cantina Rita’s on the River Romano’s Macaroni Grill Rosario’s Rosario’s Mexican Café y Cantina Ruth’s Chris Steak House Shiraz Silo Elevated Cuisine Spaghetti Warehouse Stone Works Café And Bar

Sushi Zushi Texas Land & Cattle Steakhouse The County Line The Palm Restaurant The Quarry Golf Club The Republic of Texas Restaurant Tomatillos Café y Cantina Tony Roma’s Famous for Ribs Twin Sisters Bakery & Café Unamita Water Street Oyster Bar Wiseguys Zuni Grill

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Noun Soundness, especially of body or mind; freedom from disease or abnormally. A condition of optimal well-being.

Noun The state or condition of being physically fit, especially as the result of exercise and proper nutrition.

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SUGAR CRAVINGS

By Fitness Editor Skie Molinar

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a clean sweet, doctors say Pass up the junk food and reach for, fruit or veggies.

When the pressure’s on, do you feel yourself reaching for the candy jar on your desk? Do you experience cravings for sweet snacks during the day?

With popular fad diets touting carbohydrates and sugar as the enemy, many people have tried to completely eliminate sugar from the diet, but this attack on sugar has backfired, causing many people to crave the sinful treat and then eat too much sugar, according to a registered dietitian.

An excess of sugar has been blamed for increasing American waistlines, but sugarss ng alone don’t cause problems. In fact, sugar is the body’s primary energy source, making ruit, it a necessary part of healthy diet. “Sugar isn’t a bad thing. Carbohydrate foods like fruit, milk, bread, and starches break down into glucose or sugar.”

It’s better for you to reach for more fibrous forms than simple sugars as an apple or pear,r,r but most people reach for the simple sugar forms found in most candies, cookies, sodas andd ice creams.

Refined simple sugars include sucrose, dextrose, glucose, levulose and high-fructose corn syrup.

AFTER THE RUSH Many people are likely to reach for these less nutritious sugars because the body quickly absorbs them, according to a Dallas –based endocrinologist (Fred Ciarochi). This automatically gives your body a rush of insulin, or the hormone that helps move glucose, or sugar, into cells for energy.

“You get a high from sugar,” he said. “There’s a feeling of comfort in eating and when you’re in a demanding job, you get satisfaction from sweets.” And while you may experience a high for a few moments that same insulin that helped feed the sugar into your cells can cause you to want to eat more.

When you have extra insulin on board, it will make you feel bottomed out and weak after you eat it. That’s why you can eat a donut for breakfast and feel unsatisfied, weak and hungrier than you would have been if you had not have eaten it.”

CONDITIONED TO EAT SWEETS But most people continue this cycle because they have been conditioned to eat sweets, according to diabetes educator. “When we were children and we showed off or got a boo-boo on our knee, mommy fixed your knee and gave you a sweet treat.” So we associate sweet things with traumatic situations that are made OK with sweets. As adults, mommy’s not there but sweets are there.”

Sugary sweets also rank high on a craving list if you haven’t eaten in a while or need water. The body’s blood glucose/sugar level drops after a long period without a meal, forcing you to grab to first thing available. “When you get dehydrated, often your body triggers you to get something sweet tasting. So instead of reaching for candy, drink water or drink a diet soda to satisfy that sweet taste.”

Candies and chocolate are also believed to produce chemicals in the brain that give a sense of well- being. That’s why stress often brings on strong sugar cravings. If you crave sweets during stressful times, do other activities to take your mind off the stressor. It’s also helpful to have nutritious snacks on hand to prevent raiding the vending machine or the candy aisle at a local convenience store.

GO COMPLEX Because the body requires glucose to fuel the body, health experts advise satisfying your sweet tooth with fiber-rich, nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, and grains. These complex carbohydrate foods take longer for the body to break down into sugars, but they often have fewer calories than foods made with simple sugar.

“It’s important to watch your overall calorie intake, rather than specific foods, to maintain a healthy weight, nutrition experts say. “Anything you overeat will make you fat, whether it’s sugar, protein or fat. That’s why moderation is the key.

MAKE GRADUAL CHANGES Contrary to common myth, eating too much sugar does not cause diabetes. A family history of diabetes, age and obesity generally cause adult onset diabetes. “If you have a genetic predisposition to diabetes and eat a lot of high calorie sweets you will put on weight and increase your risk. If you’re trying to reduce the amount of sweets in your diet, making gradual changes such as cutting your daily consumption of sweets in half. After maintaining that change for 30 days, you may consider lessening that amount. “The key is not to try to completely eliminate anything from your diet.” “There are no bad foods–you just have to eat them in moderation.

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Nydia Tijerina Darby, PT, DPT, MS Doctor of physical therapy / yoga educator & researcher / owner

Nydia's Yoga Therapy Studio 4680 Lockhill Selma • San Antonio, Texas 78249 (210) 325-4443 • www.NydiasYogaTherapy.com Birthplace: McAllen, Texas. In the Rio Grande Valley How long have you lived in San Antonio?

I have lived in SA for 23 years.

What inspired you to create Nydia’s Yoga Therapy?

Nydia’s Yoga Therapy is a process that began to define itself in the mid 90’s when I began reading about yoga movement and lifestyle practices. My own personal experience with movement in the form of traditional exercise, dance and physical therapy melded exquisitely with the ideas that I was studying. This helped me incorporate Yoga lifestyle and movement practices into my existing personal fitness and health regimens.

Over time, the work that I was doing with my private therapeutic and fitness clients was being positively influenced by the subtle meditative practices that I had developed. This new work involved the melding of gentle diaphragmatic breathing with subtle core work to encourage an improved awareness and use of neutral spinal alignment during functional activities that improved my client’s mobility and stability. As we neared the new millennium, I knew that this method had such great potential to help so many people improve their overall mind/body/spirit wellness. There was no turning back.

When and why did you start practicing yoga?

In my 20’s I was very physically active, teaching hi-impact exercise, weight training, roller blading, cycling—you name it. Many of the mature clients that I had been working with in physical therapy and fitness helped me to realize that I should look for a way to maintain my strength, mobility and endurance with activities that I can do during my entire lifetime. In the ‘90s I began reading and studying many different forms of movement and exercise and when I started yoga it just made sense to me. It met all of my needs. I had no idea just how much the yoga lifestyle practices were going to positively influence my work and life. I am so thankful for these practices.

As I mentioned earlier, I began reading about and studying yoga movement and lifestyle practices in the mid ‘90s.

There were not as many resources then as there are now, so I just found as many books as I could and read them for my own personal information. I had no intention of ever teaching yoga. After about a year of reading, I put one of the books down and started to do the physical practices, what is known as Hatha Yoga.

Movement and exercise are things that I had been very familiar with and so I just began to follow the instructions and or photos that were offered for postures. I did notice that many of the traditional Hatha Yoga postures were difficult to do, so I began modifying them in order so that I could be successful. In reality, I broke down each posture that I wanted to do (into its basic elements) and then I began to build the posture back using my body in a step by step method so that I could safely perform “my own version” of each posture. These days, I help individuals come to their own personalized method of yoga practices doing much the same thing…breaking it down before building it back together.

Who are some of your biggest influencers for your yoga teaching and your yoga practice and why?

I have had many teachers in my life. My parents actually lived a very yogic lifestyle in the way that they supported so many individuals who were in need and raised my brothers and sisters to be optimistic, hard working and grateful individuals with servant’s hearts. My older siblings have been amazing teachers and I am forever grateful for their patience with me.

Beryl Bender Birch is the yoga teacher that I can trace my yoga lineage to.

I practiced in my own home from reading many books and one of them was her book, Power Yoga. My first yoga class with Beryl was in 2003, Beryl had this ability to focus on each person that she communicated with, I knew that this ability to focus was what I was looking for in my yoga lifestyle practice.

She continues to teach me to this day in our interactions and during the times now that we work together side by side in educating future yoga teachers as part of the Open Hand Institute (www.OpenHandInstitute.com). I have truly learned something from very person who has ever allowed me the privilege of working with them in fitness, physical therapy, or therapeutic yoga over the last 35 years. I am forever grateful for their presence in my life.

What is your favorite place to practice yoga in San Antonio?

I love to practice yoga movement alongside my husband David in the home yoga studio that I have recently created. This is the place that I will eventually be transitioning my current work to in the next few months.

What is your favorite place to teach yoga in San Antonio?

I have thoroughly enjoyed teaching yoga movement, breathing and meditation classes at my current studio location of ten years on Lockhill Selma Road. Opening this studio was a big risk and quite challenging for me and my family, but we were able to achieve many goals in this endeavor.

One of the goals met was to create a space where the community of San Antonio would have the opportunity to have direct contact with an experienced orthopedic, spine and pelvic health specialized physical therapist that introduced therapeutic yoga movement to all levels, especially focusing on the entry level. I do have to share that I love guiding people as they begin and or continue on their path of learning in yoga practices and will do this in any environment as long as the individual is open to the concepts.

What are your thoughts on meditation?

My early reading/studying on meditation was quite challenging… I kept trying to read about meditation, but it was soooo boring…. I would fall asleep. Interestingly enough, a few years later, I picked up one of the meditation books again and was so absorbed that I couldn’t put it down. I went through the rest of the books that I had in the same way. I was so glad that I had kept all those “terrible” meditation books. I realize now that I was not ready for the deeper aspects of meditation and its concepts when I first began my study. I now laugh at myself when I think back on the times when I considered “terrible” meditation books that were authored by the likes of incredible practitioners and writers such as Pema Chodron, Deepak Chopra, Thich Nhat Han, etc. I strongly believe the adage that is shared by many…. “When the student is ready, the teacher will come.”

These days I recognize that there are many forms of meditation. Looking back to the time when I didn’t tolerate reading about meditation, I realize that I was actually practicing a form of movement and breath centered meditation when I went for my regular run outdoors with my dogs. These days, my meditation practices vary in style, length and duration, but I have experienced the great benefits of meditation and wholly encourage others to begin their journeys. The therapeutic breath centered yoga movement practices that I have developed over the last 35 years are actually a form of movement meditation that can help individuals begin their journey with success.

What is your vision for Nydia’s Yoga Therapy and for yoga in San Antonio?

My vision is to teach as many individuals how to take care of their most precious possession during this lifetime…. their combined physical, mental and spiritual HEALTH. I intend to do this by continuing to offer community classes and to expand upon the training of current and future yoga teachers with latest division of my therapeutic endeavors--the Open Hand Institute (www.OpenHandInstitute.com), in order to eventually create a positive global impact. I want to empower as many yoga teachers to be more effective in their instruction and awareness of modifying and making accessible the yoga lifestyle practices that I will share with them.

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“The Art & Science of Excellence” At iKARE Mood Trauma Recovery Clinic Compassion and a passion for excellence simultaneously flow through Marlon Quinones. The San Antonio based psychiatrist, known to all as “Dr. Q.” has long been committed to providing the best, most innovative and optimistic treatments in combatting mental health illness. He defines excellence as “staying ahead of the curve with transparency, data and hope." His new iKARE Mood, Trauma, Recovery Clinic by iKARE is a vision of many equally committed medical and technology experts including Psychiatric Nurse Practioner Steve Check, tireless Patient Advocate Mr. Eli Elias II. BA, BS, Terry Beausejour M.D. and Ravindra Shah, PharmD, RPh. The clinic’s programs help more than those locally in need. From its northwest location of the city, help is offered throughout Texas.

Defined, in part, as a disruptive medical condition affecting a person’s moods, feelings or ability to function, mental illness can negatively impact a patient’s handling of everyday life’s demands. Current figures from the Texas Health and Human Service’s office states 1 in 5 adults encountered a mental health concern during the past year. The number are even higher for children aged 9 -17. Twenty percent will be diagnosed with a mental illness in a 12-month period.

Texas’s mental health care crisis and low-ranking of available services, in comparison to other US states, only further inspires Quinones. His quest is to liberate the afflicted from false beliefs and stereotypes of mental illness, as they regain productive lives. To achieve the goal, the Colombia-born native with psychiatry residency training at both the University of North Carolina/Chapel Hill and University of Texas Health Science Center, founded iKARE earlier this year.

The new facility serves as FIRST-MD’s clinical arm. FIRST-MD (Foundation for Innovative Research and Scientific Treatment of Mood Disorders) created in 2015, provides impactful research in the treatment of severe mental illnesses. It also fosters the education and training of mental health care providers.

From an early and lasting affinity for research, Quinones, and his staff, are now able to put into practice their actual findings.

Most important is the “Art and Science of Empowering” approach.

The first obstacle is breaking barriers between the care provider and patient. Mindful of lessening anxiety, the patient’s vital signs are taken in a welcoming setting decorated with calming art pieces. To identify some basic issues a short written questionnaire follows. When seeing either the psychologist or psychiatrist, again the environment is friendly. No furniture, such as imposing desks, separate the patient and provider or impede open conversations. True relationships, established early, allows patients to be engaged and capable of educating themselves in their own recovery, assures Quinones.

Accessibility to services is key to all positive changes.

Help is available starting at 8:00 a.m. on weekdays, continuing to 9:00 p.m. in the evening and Saturday hours, in addition to walk-in services offers critical help when needed. As a culturally sensitive medical facility, Spanish is spoken to ease any possible communication barriers. An important IKARE objective is utilizing the latest treatment technology. TELEPSYCH is a pioneering facet is a pioneering facet of psychiatric care.

Like telemedicine, tele psychiatry brings cutting edge, remote treatment to anywhere in the world.

Implementation of this clinical medicine platform has already begun and will increase. Acclaim is given to the treatment for its ability to connect patients directly with professionals regardless of location. Without it, those in immediate need too often receive secondary mental health help at the only available facility – a local emergency room. Understaffed or unable to deal with the unique displayed symptoms, patients, in an emergency mental health situation, are usually committed to the hospital. Such action only increases the individual’s crisis anxiety and raises the level of self-harm. Recent studies by the South Carolina Department of Mental Health has proven hospital stays are smaller and recovery better when tele psychiatry is an option.

Evidence at art therapy’s importance in aiding in the treatment of mental disease continues to increase.

Once used solely for younger patients, positive results are now appearing for all ages at the clinical level.

Through different mediums, like paint, clay or charcoal pencils, people are able to project repressed feelings and emotions. Minds, bodies and souls are given the freedom to express what has often been deeply troubling, but buried.

Not only does iKARE concentrate on artistically freeing the mind of patients, it also celebrates their creative spirits by displaying their works throughout the facility. Pride in personal achievement plays a vital component in recovery. Gone are the days when mental illness translated into long-term, sometime permanent, hospitalization. Quinones and the iKARE staff’s use of advanced therapeutics are not available at other outpatient psychiatric practices such as Ketamine and irTMS (Imaging Based Robotically Delivered Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation). Transitioning inpatient care to outpatient care at various psychiatric hospitals also facilitates an encouraging diversity of recoveries.

With decades spent in researching the varied traits of the human mind, its triggers and behaviors Quinones believes in comprehensive behavioral approaches. Treatments are just as diverse as the conditions. Sometimes, medication is just required. In other situations, sole sessions of psychotherapy or a combination of the two and the possible application of telepsychiatry spell success.

A recent case involved an 82-year-old woman from Corpus Christi. Her husband’s death after 45 years of marriage had left her not just grieving, but unable to function at her normal daily chores. Three times weekly, her daughter made the round-trip 300-mile journey to San Antonio. Stress on both women mounted until it was discovered some long-distance therapy, via the widow’s I-Pad, combined with new medication restored her zest for life and relieved her daughter the tedious commute.

Family and friends play an important part in gathering help for those in a mental health struggle. Letting one suffer in silence or by locking themselves in a dark room is not an option.

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• Persistent sadness and/or isolation • Constant worries and/or fearfulness • Loss of interest in once enjoyable activities lack of energy and an increase to achieve once easy tasks.

• Sleep disorders – inability to sleep or feeling sleep is unnecessary • Drastic changes in behavior such as impulsiveness, overspending and aggression • Hearing or seeing things. Unwarranted feelings of persecution • Substance abuse/drink excessively As iKARE’s Executive Medical Director, Marlon Quinones recognizes mental illness is never the result of personal weakness or a lack of character. His clinic develops individual treatment plans and ultimately promotes one fundamental fact many are ignorant of.

Mental illness is not a dreaded life sentence. With proper care and dedication, an individual can get better to resume a productive life. Success in excellence, indeed.

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By Gerardo “J.J.” Ramirez Jr. Partner New York Life Insurance Co. San Antonio, TX D04 www.facebook.com/jjramireznyl

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jjramireznyl As a member of the military, service is part of who you are. When thinking about a post-military career, consider continuing to serve your community as a life insurance Agent, building your business with the skills you developed and the experience you gained while on active duty.

Military Personnel Make Great Agents. Why? Because, the qualities instilled in you through your military service are the same traits that characterize successful life insurance Agents. As you return to civilian life, consider these similarities: Core Values. The military instilled in you core values such as honor, courage, loyalty, duty, respect, and integrity — the very same values that allow you to, as an insurance Agent, serve the financial needs of clients and protect the trust they have bestowed on you.

Commitment. The military requires a commitment to the defense of our nation, the safety of your fellow service men and women, and the accomplishment of your duties and missions. It’s through a similar commitment that you can become a successful life insurance Agent — to learn and grow your business, and always be there for your clients when they need you.

Courage. Pushing through fears and performing well under pressure are staples of military life. Life insurance Agents have to force themselves to push beyond fears and boundaries, whether it’s talking to a prospect or giving a financial presentation.

Team Attitude. The military depends on teamwork to accomplish goals, stay safe, and save lives. Life insurance Agents also depend on each other for support, help, and motivation. Teamwork is a key to success.

Leadership. Military leaders are responsible and accountable for managing personnel and the success of their mission. That leadership experience will serve you well in a management position leading other insurance Agents to success.

An Outstanding Opportunity. In addition to the financial rewards you may receive, as a life insurance Agent you can take pride in the fact that you are continuing to make a difference in the lives of others by helping your clients build a more secure future for their families, while helping them protect what matters most: the ones they love. That can impact families in your community for generations to come. You don’t need previous sales experience or a college degree — just the commitment and courage to succeed. To find out more about life insurance career opportunities in your area, contact your local insurance agency.

This educational, third-party article is provided as a courtesy by Gerardo “J.J.” Ramirez Jr., Partner, New York Life Insurance Company. To learn more about the information or topics discussed, please contact J.J. Ramirez at 830-832-3491 or gramirez@ft.newyorklife.com. EOE M/F/D/V/SO

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Goodwill San Antonio Board of Directors Announces New President and CEO San Antonio, TX, June 6, 2016 – The Board of Directors for Goodwill Industries of San Antonio is pleased to announce the election of Kevin J. Bergner as the non-profit’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Bergner has been serving as interim CEO since March 7, 2016.

Prior to joining Goodwill, Bergner, a former Major General in the United States Army, served as chief administrative officer and then president of USAA’s property and casualty insurance business.

Janelle Sykes, Chair of the Goodwill San Antonio Board of Directors commented, “Following a nearly three month interim assignment, our board has been impressed by the exceptional leadership Kevin has provided to Goodwill. His strong passion for our mission combined with his skilled business acumen clearly identified him as the most qualified individual to successfully lead Goodwill into the future. The entire organization has reacted positively to Kevin and we are thrilled that he will be staying on in a permanent role.”

Sykes added, “Goodwill San Antonio is a dynamic organization serving tens of thousands of individuals annually. Kevin’s proven experience in strategic planning and transformational management will position Goodwill for future expansion with the development of innovative education and workforce development programs.”

“I am honored and humbled by the Board of Directors’ trust and the privilege to lead the Goodwill San Antonio team,” Bergner stated. “Over the past three months, the employees of Goodwill have deeply inspired me with their commitment to change lives through the power of work. They are a great testimony to our mission.

I look forward to further enabling them and developing the relationships in our community to do more for those we serve.”

Bergner graduated from Trinity University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration, and was commissioned in the United States Army as a Field Artillery officer. He later earned a master’s degree in Public Administration from City University of New York. He served twice in Germany, as well as three deployments in Iraq. In 2006-2007, he served as a Special Assistant to the President of the United States and senior director

on the National Security Council. Later, he served as the Army’s Chief of Public Affairs.

Responsible for leading the agency in all areas to include the development of the organization’s vision and strategic plans, Sykes said Bergner’s appointment is a win for both Goodwill and the greater community.

Sykes added, “Kevin joins Goodwill with an extensive background in creating meaningful relationships within the community. His appointment will benefit the individuals we serve, and employers in need of a skilled workforce.”

About Goodwill Industries Serving San Antonio since 1945, Goodwill San Antonio is a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit social enterprise that helps change lives through the power of work. When you shop or donate at Goodwill, you’re funding education, training and services to prepare people to find better jobs and build careers in diverse companies throughout the communities we serve.

Together with the support of our generous community, partners and employers, Goodwill provides employment, job placement and related individualized services to nearly 25,000 individuals annually in South Central Texas. In addition to operating 20 retail stores, 34 donation stations and 13 Good Careers Centers in San Antonio, Kerrville, Laredo, New Braunfels, Seguin and surrounding areas, Goodwill operates three Good Careers Academies and manages 18 contracts for the U.S. government for services ranging from document management to grounds maintenance. www.goodwillsa.org For more information: Gail Ribalta • 210-271-8902 • gribalta@goodwillsa.org Penny Benavidez • 210-271-8904 • pbenavidez@goodwillsa.org

VINCE MICHAEL The San Antonio Conservation Society Executive Director The San Antonio Conservation Society's new Executive Director, Vince Michael, has a resume that places him soundly on the Who’s Who list of historic preservation… or, as he so aptly calls it, “heritage conservation.”

Prior to joining the Society, he served as executive director of Global Heritage Fund; Director of the Master of Science in Historic Preservation program at the School of Art Institute of Chicago from 1996-2010; Trustee Emeritus of the National Trust for Historic Preservation; Vice Chair of the Preservation and Sites and Diversity Task Force for the National Trust for Historic Preservation; Chair Emeritus of the National Council for Preservation Education; and on countless public and private boards.

How did San Antonio score such a preservation expert? In his own words, “The Conservation Society has pioneered so many efforts that have put heritage at the heart of community revitalization. It began dealing with intangible heritage 92 years ago, when it was called customs and it has never failed to understand that rivers, parkways and natural beauty are part of parcel of every preservation mission.” Besides his non-stop schedule as E.D. of the Society, Vince finds time to write a regular blog at "Time Tells.”

Michael hopes to modernize the Society utilizing advancing technology as a tool to put ideas in real time blueprints. He adds, “Technology makes the past more accessible than ever; it allows us to adapt the interpretation with all factual evidence that comes along. It is endlessly adaptable and—in the parlance of historic preservation—eminently reversible.” He continues, “Preservation is about the future, not the past” and with technology, brings endless possibilities for Vince Michael and the Society.

Michael’s move to San Antonio will be a return to the city where he was born. Welcome back, Vince.

CHRISTINE TURNER

After completing an all-consuming two-year volunteer as Chairman of “A Night In Old San Antonio®” (NIOSA®)— a position that requires full-time attention for the year preceding NIOSA and 80-hour weeks immediately preceding, during and following the event—most people would sit back and relax.

Not Christine Turner. In her characteristic style (full speed ahead and damn the torpedoes!), she has ventured into an area where few Texans have gone: the world of equestrian competition, dressage, and breeding Eventingspecific horses. So, how is she doing? Chris was part owner of a horse that recently competed in the Olympic Games in Rio. Blackfoot Mystery with rider Boyd Martin started strong in the first round as 5th out of 65.

Besides this Olympic contender, Chris and her husband Tom E. (TJ) Turner IV are also the full or partial owners of 17 other horses—many that have been partnered with some of the top riders in Eventing.

How did Chris get into the equestrian world? “No one in my family is an Eventer. I was the only horse person in my family—mainly interested in Western pleasure riding and Arabian horses. But then my husband and I purchased Indian Creek Farm, a wonderful historic farm on Indian Creek in Spring Branch, to enjoy on weekends.

The previous owners were interested in Three-Day Eventing and Trakehner horses, topics completely unknown to me. Our daughter Tommie took to the English style of riding, and so, in a very short period of time, we were fully ‘cured’ of that ignorance…..and love it!”

Chris is now owner and operator of one of only a few equestrian farms in ALL of Texas and the only one in central Texas; full owner of Eventing training farm in Florida; distributor of Cavalor, a specially-made horse feed out of Belgium; and breeder/full or part owner of horses that highly successful riders want to ride in competition.

As excited as Turner was with the Rio Olympics, she is just as excited about the future with her other horses.

Tsetserleg (pictured above) came in 3rd place at the USEA American Eventing Championships. Tsetserleg and Halimey (right) just finished 4th and 5th place. Chris Turner, on her journey from Fiesta to Farm, is just getting started!

KAREN SAUNDERS From Bank to Baby Store After graduating with a degree in management from the University of Texas at Austin, Karen Saunders spent 15 years in management in the financial services industry, with the most recent ten years at JP Morgan Private Bank in San Antonio, Texas. Two years ago, she decided to step into the baby world and launched Kantik, a line of hand-block printed textiles in organic cotton. Kantik is derived from the Sanskrit “Kanti” meaning loveliness and light, and the name reflects the beauty of her products and her commitment to ethical and socially responsible business practices. “It reflects my desire to help others and spread joy. Those values are consistent with my vision for Bambinos, said Saunders.” The experience of designing, manufacturing abroad, launching a website and running a small business combined with her corporate experience in project and business management and marketing prepared her for the venture of owning Bambinos Boutique.

After becoming a mom, her priorities and interests naturally shifted, and she became interested in the opportunity of joining the Bambinos team not only because of its longstanding reputation within the community but also because this was her chance to explore motherhood and business in a new way.

“I want people to think of me as a neighbor and friend, a “go to” when they need an expert on layette, baby gifts or nursery,” said Saunders.

“I want them to think of Bambinos at every special occasion from bringing home baby to christening, first communion, wedding and family portraits. And most importantly, I want them to know that I am passionate about running a business consistent with my values.”

Karen is a passionate business owner whose values of ethical and socially responsible business practices matched with her desire to help others and spread joy are consistent with the Bambinos vision.

FIONA ARECCHI European Artisan Upholstery 612 McCullough San Antonio 210 931 7010 fionaeau@gmail.com Fiona Arecchi, partner and director of operations at European Artisan Upholstery is completely at ease in her position. She works everyday with residential and commercial clients who all have the same goal. Each and everyone of them want help to make his/her surroundings more comfortable as well as attractive. Fiona helps her clients design and put together a piece of furniture for everywhere from a small urban loft to a large commercial space, that will be a reflection of that person or business’ personality.

Balancing each client’s likes and dislikes, staying in budget and on time is always a challenge Fiona welcomes and takes in her stride.

Fiona really believes in keeping business in the family. Before she got together with her Business partner and son-in-law, Lee Williams, to create European Artisan Upholstery, she worked for more than 20 years with her husband in Justin’s Ice Cream on the San Antonio River Walk. Justin’s mango ice cream was declared by President Bill Clinton as a “national treasure”. In-fact he requested it be served at his two inaugurations at the White House, and personally thanked the Arecchis on his visit to San Antonio.

When she is not facilitating the creating of great furnishings Fiona loves to travel and was recently featured on an episode of HGTV house hunters international. Traveling gives her the excuse to search for fabulous fabrics to bring back to the studio to share with her San Antonio clients.

MELISSA McDONALD SCHULTZ Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas Melissa McDonald Schultz recently started her second term as President of the Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas.

Melissa volunteers her time yearlong to lead the Society, while working full time as a Lead Training Specialist for The San Antonio Children’s Shelter. She is 4th generation Irish on her father’s side.

As The Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year, we asked Melissa about her involvement with the organization, her favorite St. Paddy’s Day traditions, and the best thing about being Irish. More info about the Society can be found at www.harpandshamrock.org.

1. What are your Irish roots?

I'm fourth generation Irish on my father, Terry McDonald's, side. His great great-grandparents both came from Ireland--one from County Mayo and the other from County Cork. They settled in Detroit and were well-known authors, lawyers and politicians. My father came here wwwhen he was stationed at Lackland AFB, after a few years at Notre Dame. He returned to Notre Dame to finish his undergrad then returned here to attend St. Mary's University Law School, and never left. He just retired after a long career in both the legal profession and the Harp & Shamrock Society where he was past president—so I have quite a legacy!

2. What are you looking forward to as President of HSS? The 50th Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Alamo in 2017. Spending time learning more about Irish music, history and culture with a fun bunch of people. Making memories to add to the ones made growing up in the HSS. (I’m part of the unofficial “second generation” group of HSS members.)

3. Favorite historical figure?

William B. Ward. Ward was born in Ireland in 1806. He arrived in Texas by way of New Orleans around 1835. Ward had a reputation for drunkenness, but at the siege of the Alamo, he manned an artillery position at the Alamo’s Main Gate. It is said that--as the Mexican Army descended upon the fortress and his compatriots retreated inside the main building for one last stand--Sargent Ward stood at his artillery position, calm and sober, and fired. He died at his post on March 6, 1836, and is buried at Presidio la Bahia in Goliad, Texas.

4. Favorite place to visit in Ireland? Dublin, Blarney Castle and the Ring of Kerry.

5. Favorite thing to do on St. Patrick’s Day? Listening to the bagpipes before our Alamo Wreath Laying ceremony, then gather with friends for an Irish meal and my favorite Irish drink while listening to stories and Irish music.

6. Best thing about being Irish? First, it’s the people. I love their sense of humor, storytelling and sense of tradition.

Their superstitions make them interesting too. I can’t forget they have the world’s sexiest accent.

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Hello all! Since we have holiday festivities coming up over the next few months I wanted to take the time to remind everyone about all our rights. These apply to any scenario. Remember to be polite and respectful at all times. Although I am not addressing drinking I am sure it will come up. Always plan ahead if you are planning on having a few or even one. Be safe and consider those that are on the road with you.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS JUST SMALL TALK Officers can initiate conversation with anyone. The concept is no different than anyone of us starting a conversation with a friend. The same social rules apply, you can stop talking to an officer just like you can stop talking to your friend. The difference is to know WHEN TO STOP talking to an officer. There is no obligation you have to talk to an officer just like there is no obligation to talk to your friend. Too often people do not realize the conversation can be cut off at anytime. In fact it is incumbent on the person to know about the option to stop talking. These are called consensual encounters. In other words the person has the right to stop talking or even to refuse to engage in a conversation to an officer.

Now what would be a reason not to speak to an officer? You may not know what the officer is after. You may not feel comfortable answering questions. You may want some advice before you answer. There are a number of reasons why but the key is to KNOW YOUR RIGHT to not talk. " WHERE DO THESE SITUATIONS COME UP? Really anywhere, but let’s discuss a few common scenarios. How about when an officer calls you to ask you questions or to come down to his office and talk? You do not feel like you have anything to hide or you do not want to come across as hiding something so you have to talk right? No. In this situation you can get the officer’s number is you want and then call an attorney. The attorney can talk with the officer to find out what questions the officer has and then relay them to you and advise you accordingly. The attorney is your protection.

YOU DON’T HAVE ANYTHING TO HIDE IN THAT CAR RIGHT? Another scenario is searching a car. It is a pretty common request or scenario. So long as you say “go ahead’ all is ok right?

Not always. Without your consent to search an officer must get a warrant. The warrant must set out the officer’s belief that something will be found in the car.

So why would an officer want to search

your car if the stop was for speeding? As long as you consent it doesn’t matter. Your protection is to politely refuse.

You can even ask the officer politely why he believes he needs to search. Threatening to get a warrant will not work either. There must be a good reason for the warrant. Again it is your duty to know your rights.

What about your house? The same rules apply. You can give consent but you do not have to give consent. There are a few exceptions such as in an emergency situation but for the most part only a warrant will suffice.

There are many more scenarios we can discuss but these are a couple of common ones. There are a always requests here for attorney responses and there are a number of brilliant attorneys that post on here.

Use your resources and reach out to anyone of them. Remember when talking to an officer ALWAYS BE POLITE AND BE RESPECTFUL.

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Boy how time flys and seeing how things progress so quickly is astonishing. This past year in January we opened up our first store, Our friend David Page AKA/owner Chef Bully Catering helped us open up with a Bang! Live music by Katy McKenzie and Matt Kersh could be heard for miles down the road. In a little sleepy town called Pipe Creek Texas, you could see the the access road of a busy Farm to Market Road lined up with cars! I was a wreck opening day and I kept telling my husband, "if only 10 people show up, I will be thrilled." I remember that afternoon I saw the cars and trucks come through, I was amazed at the number of people that attended our opening day. People from Houston, and Dallas, even my sweet friend from Georgia came to support us. In a 4 hour span we had 300+visitors and for a small business in the middle of nowhere it was such a humbling experience. What started off as a hobby has now grown into something much more, we have outgrown our current store and we now begin our adventure into a great little town called Helotes Texas.

It must have been fate because the day I ran into the Developer, Ken Dempsey was such a suprise.I decided to stop in Old Town Helotes one day to look at a new section that started developing over the last year, Old Town Helotes is a quaint "old town feel" with some great shops. I stumbled upon a grand opening for a salon and began conversing with a gentleman and I couldn't help but see a stand alone building that was still under construction.I pressed some questions regarding that particular building and through that time discovered the gentleman was the developer himself. My gut told me that Helotes was defintely where we needed to be, so I jumped on the opportunity to take the building and now we have embarked on this new path. This new store is bigger, location couldn't be more perfect, with a wine bar to the right of us and a coffee house to the left, what else could we possibly ask for? This business growth has certainly had it's ups and downs but through it all this wouldn't be possible without the love and support of my dear sweet husband. As most people would know, it takes teamwork to make the dreamwork and in my case...this is defi fn fi defintely hitting the nail square on the head. I'm the dreamer,

John is my realist! Another Grand Opening is approaching this mid summer, once again we will have our ever so talented singer/songwriter Katy McKenzie performing, food catering services by Chef Bully, and The ever so delicious refreshments from The Lemonade Company will be on hand.

Owning your own business is no 9-5 job and when your spouse is invloved, time is crucial to balancing family life. For those dreamers out there, your dream is possible with a plan, but it's not just having a plan, it's acting on that plan that allows your dream to become a reality. For the realists out there, support those with dreams and be ready to help catch them if that time should ever arise.

Master your skill before moving to the next level, know that everyday will be a lesson to what the following day will bring. They say the first two years of building a business is the hardest, I can certainly attest to that. Never stop learning and never stop setting goals. My vision for our new location is broader and even more exciting, with more painting design classes, monthly socials, shopping socials and home/fashion shows, we are taking boutique shopping to another level. Our store will have a little of everything, bath line, paint line, clothing line, jewelry line and home decor line, there is certainly something for everyone! Our local designers are women selected for their passion and hardwork that is expressed into each of their products. Supporting local businesses is one of my goals and we are so pleased to offer local handmade designs in the new store....Because we all start by dreaming a little dream!

European Artisan Upholstery As we all know, upholstery furnishings are often featured in family photos, and share a special place in our memories in both social and business gatherings.

At European Artisan Upholstery we appreciate the significance of the personal nature of fine furniture and this is why our attention to detail is deeper than the outer cover. We focus on the piece as a whole giving a much detail to the unseen part of the project as we do to the final artistic presentation.

Lee Williams a master upholsterer and his business partner and mother in law, Fiona Arecchi, both from Europe, believe that beyond its functionality, upholstery provides an avenue to creatively express our unique style in usable art.

A person often thinks he has no artistic ability, but we all have our own image of what style looks like. We at European Artisan Upholstery can take that simple idea and transform the client’s idea into an heirloom piece of art worthy of a special place in the family home or business.

During our travels around Europe and in China we are always looking for fabrics that will make a statement back in your home or business in San Antonio. Be it the Agave silk we found in Morocco, or the Pineapple leather we discovered in London’s Queens College we are always excited to see how different it looks in the great San Antonio light.

The Thai silk featured in the beautiful Orange chair is an example of how a special fabric and great light make an exceptional addition to any space.

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BOOST YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL QUICKLY AND AFFORDABLY WITH A NEW GARAGE DOOR There’s an easy, affordable way to give your home a facelift: a new garage door. Few upgrades have the immediate visual impact of a new garage door, and with a variety of styles and looks available, there’s a door for every exterior.

It’s also one of the best home improvement projects for recouping costs. New garage doors recover a whopping 87% of their cost upon resale. “A new garage door is one of the best, most affordable ways to boost a home’s exterior appeal at a relatively modest cost,” said Randy Oliver, president of Hollywood-Crawford Garage Door Company. “That’s great news for those thinking about selling their homes or anyone who just wants to enjoy their home more.”

If you haven’t shopped for a new garage door lately, you might be surprised. In addition to advances in materials and looks, features such as insulated garage doors help keep garages more comfortable and offer savings on energy costs. New smartphone technology allows homeowners to control their garage doors and even home lights with the tap of a finger.

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POLITICS Noun The activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.

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A New Hue for Texas

By Desiree H. Serna, M.P.A.

Red has been the color of choice for Texas politics for over three decades now. From our state legislators to our judicial benches, Republicans have dominated the electorate. But, could we see a change in Texas political preference in the near future?

As hard as it may be for devout Texas Republicans to receive, there are many trends which suggest the potential to turn blue. In fact, Texas appears to be more of a “purple” state, rather than pure red. Now, let’s not get ahead of ourselves…let’s talk trends.

Historically, we have seen urbanized areas as liberal and align with Democratic preferences. Rural areas, in contrast, have tended much more conservative and Republican in nature. FACT: Texas is turning more urbanized by the minute.

Texas houses four major Metropolitan areas and Metropolitan Statistical Areas. (In a nutshell, Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) are those larger urbanized cities with adjacent county [or counties] with a high degree of social and economic ties to the larger core city.) In Texas we have Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington, Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown, San Antonio–New Braunfels and Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos. The small towns included in these MSA’s were once safe havens from urbanized tendencies but are now growing at rapid rates and significant contributors to their larger urbanized counterpart. So, what does this trend mean? More urbanization, means more Democrats which means more blue in our once primarily red state.

Now, let’s talk age and populations trends. Texas population has increased consistently for the past 50 years. In fact over the last five decennial Census evaluations, we have seen Texas population soar. Interestingly, sheer birthrate—as well as domestic and international immigration—has greatly contributed to our rapidly growing population base.

Implications…more youth and racial minorities. In fact, U.S. trends tell us that Millennials have surpassed the once largest segment in U.S. history, the Baby Boomers, by over 10 million persons. According to Gallup polls [in addition to a host of other polling and research sites] youngsters have a growing affinity for the Democratic Party.

Polls also tell us that Democrats hold advantages in party identification among Blacks, Asians, Hispanics, well-educated adults and Millennials. Fact: Latino and Black populations, alone account for approximately 50 percent of Texas population. These combining factors can definitely amount to an increase in blue presence in Texas.

Inconvenient Truth: In 2012, 41.35 percent of Texans voted for Barack Obama (D). In fact, in three of our four major cities Obama overwhelmingly won the popular vote (Austin, Houston, San Antonio). However, our winner-take-all system yielded all electoral votes to Mitt Romney. I can tell you this: 57.13 percent Red and 41.35 percent blue EQUALS PURPLE! Now will this change happen overnight? No, but trends don’t lie. Yes, we are a changing! That red dress Texas has been wearing for decades now, may be changing to blue. For right now, let’s just say we are a red state wearing blue boots.

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"If a student turned in this textbook as a research paper, it would be graded an F" Proposed Mexican-American studies textbook fails to live up to standards of Texas education

By State Senator José Menéndez When the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) voted to add Mexican-American studies to Texas curricula as an official course two years ago, it was already long overdue. More than half of Texas public school students are Hispanic, and the state's long history with Mexico has shaped our distinct culture and rich heritage immensely. However, the textbook currently being vetted by the SBOE, MexicanAmerican Heritage, does not live up to that important history nor meet the high standards of the Texas education system. If a student turned in this textbook as a research paper, it would be graded an F. The proposed textbook contains glaring and harmful factual errors about the history of MexicanAmericans. It has no place being taught in Texas schools. Among its many mistakes, the book states on page 414: "Chicanos, on the other hand, adopted a revolutionary narrative that opposed Western civilization and wanted to destroy this society."

It also falsely states on page 454: "Due to the fact that illegal immigrants fear deportation and involvement with legal authorities, crime and exploitation can circulate unabated in their neighborhoods. Those who have hostile views towards American government and culture may also gain strongholds in immigrant communities because of the difficult challenges they face. This may express itself in various unhealthy ways."

It is simply unacceptable to allow these untrue statements and distortions of history to be presented to our children as fact. Like millions of Texans, I am a proud Mexican-American. My mother immigrated from Mexico as a nurse to find a better life. This textbook about our shared history is as offensive as it is inaccurate.

Our children deserve better.

Textbooks are the cornerstones of our education system. Sadly, this poorly written book undermines that system and its core purpose, putting our students' educations at risk. Textbooks are trusted as credible sources of information for both teachers and students. Unfortunately, the authors of this book did not

bother to ensure the material was correct or historically accurate. Though we've already found many errors, there are likely many more examples scattered throughout the book. We would expect more effort from our students, so let's hold the writers of this book accountable and not permit fiction to be taught under the guise of history in our classrooms.

Whether or not to adopt this error-ridden book should not be the subject of debate. It is a simple matter of fact. This textbook does not adequately or honestly teach our children about the heritage of Mexican-Americans.

It absolutely should not be the standard-bearer for our classrooms where 51% of students are Hispanic. Our students merit quality, dependable, and responsible learning materials. This textbook fails at all three of those criteria.

Utilizing this textbook in Texas classrooms will do more harm than good for our students because it makes a mockery of their heritage, culture and history. Regardless of if this text is approved by the SBOE, local school board members should oppose adopting this book in their districts, and instead, look for a suitable, more factual alternative. Under Texas law, school districts have the right to choose their own curriculum materials.

We wouldn't print a math textbook with incorrect formulas, so why should we approve a MexicanAmerican studies book with so many historical errors?

Texas schools and students deserve better than this inaccurate textbook. Together, we can ensure the next generation of Texans receive the best education possible and that starts with factual and responsible textbooks.

There’s a New Voter ID Law in Texas

By Desiree H. Serna, MPA In 2011 with Senate Bill 14, Texas implemented the nation’s strictest voter identification requirements which quickly came under fire by many civil rights and voting rights advocates. While the legality of SB14 has been in and out of our court systems since its implementation, including a brief encounter with Supreme Court of the United States, a federal appellate court finally decided the law’s fate in July 2016. The 5th circuit federal appeals court ruled Texas’ voter identification law violates the U.S. law prohibiting racial discrimination in elections— particularly the covenanted Voter Rights Act (VRA) of 1965. The decision will be effective for the 2016 general elections. This means the Texas voter must be well versed on its new identification policy and the implication of the federal decision.

Senate Bill 14 was adopted by our State Legislatures in 82nd Legislative Session in 2011. The bill was initiated

by Troy Fraser a Republican senator representing 24th District and a handful of other Senate members. Under the law, most citizens had to show one of a handful of approved types of identification before their ballots can be counted: a state driver's license or ID card, a concealed handgun license, a U.S. passport, a military ID card, or a U.S citizenship certificate with a photo.

Many contended this law particularly violated the Voter Rights Act of 1965 which was primarily created to stop disenfranchisement of minorities. Opponents argued that it had a discriminatory affect and seemingly equated to a poll tax—outlawed by the 24th Amendment to our U.S. Constitution. Proponents asserted that SB 14 was necessary to prevent voter fraud at the polls.

So what does the July 2016 decision mean for the Texas voter? Be informed. With the new relaxed voter identification decision, there are ways to vote for those voters who do not possess an “acceptable form” of photo ID and ways to cast your vote by presenting a “supporting form” of ID and executing a Reasonable Impediment Declaration. In addition, there are ways to cast your vote without required identification and/ or supporting identification. To get the full details on voter identification guidelines, visit Texas Secretary of State’s website: www.votetexas.gov

Get Informed Before You Vote

By Desiree H. Serna, MPA With the Presidential elections among us, it’s easy for local, state and congressional elections to get lost in the drama. While most of us are seemingly consumed with the Donald and Hillary race, we fail to see the equally important elections on the same ballot. In preparation for general elections, let’s talk local elections and voting.

In addition to voting for our next Commander In Chief, Texans will be deciding several important public offices including: congressional delegates, various state legislators, various state offices—including judicial benches and executive branch positions, county offices, local offices, propositions and bonds. (See Bexar Ballot for you locals.)

So where is the Texas voter to go get un-biased, accurate candidate information? First, start out by visiting your counties official website and look “elections” tab. Each county (usually by office of its County Clerk) is responsible for administering elections and provides important voting and ballot information. For example, if you live in Bexar County you may visit www.bexar.org/elections-department to get information about what’s on the ballot, early voting sites.

For additional information on registration status, voting sites, etc. visit Texas Secretary of State Elections website at: https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do. Still looking for more information on candidates?

There are a host of websites available to get candidate information, but you can start with one of my favorites www.Ballotpedia.org.

Early voting starts Monday, October 24th at 8 a.m. thru Friday, November 4th 8 p.m—See locations for early voting. Super Tuesday is November 8th 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.---and if you are in line by 7 p.m. you can vote!

Remember su voto, es tu voz (your vote, is your voice)!

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FASHION Noun The prevailing style or custom, as in dress or behavior, something such as a garment, that is in the current mode: The style characteristic of the social elite.

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Fashion Editor, Lari Nelson has been in the Fashion Industry for 30+ Years. Owner/ Director of Nelson Fashion Group and THE AGENCY in San Antonio, Texas.

She has worked from Manufacturing, in wholesale, to retail and on The Runway. She is a Fashion Show Producer, Fashion Runway Coach and an Agent, Representing Talent and Models in the South Texas Area. As Well Representing Models in the Larger Markets. Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami, Japan, Milan and Paris. She has Been a Director for The Model and Talent Expo in Dallas Texas for 20 years. She has also Instructed, Coached, and Guided scores of Young Women and Men in The Art and The Business of Fashion, Talent and Pageantry.

Nelson Fashion Group and THE AGENCY Gives The Models and Talent a wealth of practical experience on which to build and prepare them for a Career In The Fashion Industry, or to be a Confident Successful Young Person.

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COAT CHECK

Fall is upon us with these Mad for Plaid light weight breezy toppers that offer an extra layer of insulation while transforming a basic black outfit or a pair of jeans into a checkerboard of Bold Street Style Creativity.

Or be brave and just be Basic Mad for Plaid of many colors, This is the Print of the Season! Its not your '90's plaid. It's sophisticated, distinctive and showing up in new and unexpected places. Most Garments from Boston Proper.

COLOR CRUSH THE SPRICE MARKET OF FASHION Cleanse Your Fashion Palate with Spice Market hues.n Cinnamon and Paprika, Add a contrast with these colors to Your Fall Wardrobe.

Let your Spice Rack inspire a recipe for Best Dressed Perfection From Flawless Fashionista Boutique,San Antonio, Texas Flawless Fashionista Boutique features urban chic wear, and fashion-forward designs in all sizes. Owner and personal stylist, Tasha Petrie has joined forces with some other Texas Business Owners to create this one-stop shopping extravaganza. In addition to fashions available from Flawless, shoppers are treated to fashions by Diva J's Closet and A.LEKE Fashion Boutique.

The boutique also features handcrafted, custom shoe creations by Shuga Shoes, and Vivian Phrank Cosmetics offering full make-up services and products.

Flawless Fashionista Boutique is located at 2543 Jackson Keller, Suite 2453, in San Antonio, Texas. Tasha plans to expand her services as she continues to grow as a Wardrobe Stylist.

Wardrobe Stylist- Tasha Petrie Crochet dress provided by Diva J’s Closet Cinnamon Body Con Dress- Flawless Fashionista Model Mia Isabella Make Up Artist- Vivian Phrank Cosmetix Hair- Kay Lewis Photographer Al Zavala

DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHWEST STYLE

The beautiful Effortless Element of Colors from the South West Skies nPainted with hues of earth tones and amazing sunsets bursts of color.

Effortless to wear but, will make heads turn to see the beauty of the feel and flow of these Fashions. Perfect for San Antonio days and nights.

LACE IT UP

This Fall Season's Lace it Up Looks are Chic with a Hint of Sexy. The Obsession from daring neckline to demure lace-ups and sexy open back styles.

It time to take the plunge in dramatic touches of lace details that take your everyday chick style from casual to enviable.

Day and Night looks difficult to ignore and impossible to forget.

Female Model of the Month

Mia a l l e b a Is

I started modeling about three years ago – actually, my official introduction started when I was about ten years old. One of the benefits of being an only child is being spoiled. I’m kidding – but I do realize how fortunate I am to have parents that shower me with wonderful life experiences including traveling to amazing places. My mother hired photographers to memorialize my birthdays and I discovered I loved being photographed! I was young and didn’t think of modeling as a career but about three years ago, I gave a local pageant a try. The learning experience was great and because of it, I met one of the judges who would later become my first employer: Juanita Flores of Galdina’s Dresses. Over the following two years, I modeled for Galdina’s at Quinceañera, wedding and formal attire fashion expos and shows throughout San Antonio.

At sixteen I found my dream and my passion! A friend recommended that I contact Lari Nelson, of The Nelson Fashion Group. Much to my excitement, Ms. Lari wanted to work with me! Then, while shopping online, my mother connected with Tasha Petrie, of Flawless Fashionista Boutique. Being a personal stylist, Tasha pulled a few pieces that she thought would fit me. I tried on my first dress, and while standing there in my perfectly polished first position pageant stance (as taught by Kathy Cardinal, pageant coach extraordinaire), Tasha said, “I want you to model for me in my next show!” In a matter of days, I managed to meet two women who would help further my career and afford me every opportunity a young model could only dream to have!

In my first year with Ms. Lari, I have walked in countless shows, worn amazing fashions, hosted networking events, appeared in print and online ads, and developed friendships with some of the best photographers, designers, artists and boutique owners that San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston and Atlanta have to offer. I was even invited by Michael Anthony Lucio, fashion designer, to model his couture dresses for a photo shoot in Puerto Rico, which resulted in my first magazine publication! It has been a real honor to model for San Antonio’s newest and upcoming, fashion-forward designers from the Art Institute of San Antonio and Sanford Brown College, including Jose Rosales, Yanna Mae LeBlanc, Daniel Hinojos and Golden Skyy, just to name a few.

I have worked on a documentary film out of Austin, filmed a T.V. commercial that aired during the 20152016 San Antonio Spurs playoff games, and appeared as Princess Leia in the SAPD Running Man Challenge music video. I recently directed my first fashion show for Galdina’s Dresses, and I always have my eye out for new talent to recruit to our model family.

I am beyond blessed! I am thankful, and I am humbled to be named SA Monthly Magazine’s model of the month. I know this is just the beginning. With God, faith and my family as my foundation, I know that my sweetest dreams will continue to come true! I am currently pursuing modeling, acting and singing. I have exciting projects planned through the end of the year, and a few surprises for those following me on my journey. The best is yet to come! You can find me on Facebook as Mia Isabella, or on Instagram: @m.isabella_

Male Model of th tthe e Month t th

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My name is Jon Michael Cervantes and im going to tell you how my dream became a reality. I was born in El Paso Texas going to school and playing football were the only things I knew. Modeling was no where to be found in my head. I wanted to be something in life, my whole way of thinking was big maybe to big for me.

After high school I got 5 scholarship offers to play football for division 2. The only problem was that they were all out of state and my SAT scores didn’t meet the requirements. Even though I made all As and Bs throughout school, it wasn’t for me. I took a big step trying to pursue my football career so I moved here to San Antonio Texas to try to walk on to the UTSA football team. Dreams were crushed when I didn’t make it. So moving along slowly with my life not knowing what I was going to do. I met someone who pushed me towards this career. I never knew I could be a model I thought that was just for the people that were already famous.

Not knowing a lot about this industry I met my mother Agent Lari Nelson who has been the most amazing person.

Teaching me how to walk down a runway, getting me jobs, helping me with my portfolio and introducing me to some amazing photographers. I was loving this lifestyle. It was a dream for me to be put in a spotlight like this. Next thing you know Im going to expo to meet some of the most top Agents around the world. Getting Male model of the year. Then 3 days later im signed with The Campbell Agency in Dallas Texas. Who would of thought? A guy that pursued some totally different career, got shot down just to get back up to this wonderful and exciting industry. Modeling. That’s how my dream became a reality.

Photographer: Brittany Aylstock Butler, Vintage Creek Photography Model: Michelle Christy (Wadsworth) Hair: April Walker, LoXurious Hair Salon Mua: Amanda McManus, House of McM Gown: Lucio Couture

FRENCH WATER CHANEL L'EAU

By Amanda McManus

"I am a designer of couture. I am an abstract masterpiece. I am an olfactory geometry whose lines are emotions and whose tracings are memories" ~ portrait of a perfume video, Chanel.com Chanel No. 5 is arguably the world's most iconic perfume. It has been 95 years since it debuted and this classic scent is still one of the best-selling fragrances in the world. Not only is the brand an unforgettable legacy but we continue to revere this trail blazing French couturier 132 years after her birth. From her beginnings in the ability to revolutionize our fashion and beauty world, with her rule breaking use of fabrics and cuts never seen before on a woman and her tres chic French sensibilities to the pioneering of seductive fragrances for an emerging modern world. We are still in complete awe of the mademoiselle and her empire which can stop the world in its tracks. Behold.....3rd Generation Chanel No. 5 Chanel No. 5 L'EAU is a New Generation of perfume for women. L'eau is the vital essence of the original fragrance and like its name "water", it is essential and universal. It is the recomposition of an imaginary realm of scents. The work of a dynasty of artists: Ernest Beaux, Henri Robert, Jacques Polge and today, Olivier Polge. Yes, staying true to the central value of Heritage for the House of Chanel, the creator of this subtle masterpiece is Olivier, son to the original creator of NO. 5 EDP, Jacques Polge. Olivier however did not just get handed this torch, he is a master perfumer in his own right and has earned true credibility. He is creator to some of the most recognizable scents of other brands in the current market and now proudly supersecedes his father in revolutionizing the original and catapulting the historical fabric of Chanel fragrance into the ether of ironclad immortality.

To understand this fragrance journey though, one must understand its beginnings. Without the Great Duke Dmitri of Russia, there would be no Chanel No. 5. In Coco's time, couturiers made clothes and perfumers made fragrance. While on an infamous, luxury vacation Chanel and the grand duke had a novel idea: to produce the first scent from a fashion house. His Highness introduced Mlle. Chanel to Ernest Beaux, who had been the personal “nose” to the Tsar of Russia. Beaux fled to Grasse, France during his country's revolution, opened his own lab, and thus the fate of a revolutionary scent began.

“I want a woman’s perfume with a woman’s scent. I want to give women an artificial fragrance. I say artificial because it will be fabricated. I want a fragrance that is composed.” ~ G. Chanel

Chanel told Beaux she wanted something different. She wanted something artificial for in the 1920s, most women's fragrances were composed of pure floral notes. This choice was something the world had never experienced. Upon showing Chanel twenty plus presentations, she chose the fifth one. The fifth used 80 ingredients, including May Rose—a variety that grows only in Grasse for three weeks each year—neroli (bitter orange blossom), sandalwood, and aldehydes—the first synthetic ingredient ever used in a perfume. Chanel added a great deal more Grasse-grown jasmine, and called it No. 5, her lucky number (and correlated to her zodiac sign, Leo), but she also knew it would be identifiable in any language.

Fast forward almost a century now and four perfumer generations later, the No. 5 debuts yet again. A beautiful reinvention, a rewritten myth that steps out boldy to transform heritage into a contemporary tale. A "New Generation".

"Reinventing NO. 5 is a way of showing how anchored it is in our lives, how it is so much more than a legend.

With L'eau, I pushed the boundaries of No.5 as far as possible" ~ O. Polge

L'EAU is a vibrant, dynamic and floral-fresh fragrance. It is to be worn with utter simplicity. The dynamic top notes are citrus notes of lemon, mandarin, organge, neroli and aldehydes. Rose, Jasmine and a brand new fruity ylang-ylang is the emblematic floral heart. Cedar wood accompanied by cottony notes and white musk create its vibrant trail. The legendary, square glass bottle with a hand polished top in the shape of The Place Vendome, a very intimate detail of Coco Chanel's life is still luxury packaging.

It does have a new "vanishing" spray mister and is sheathed in an exlusive, snow white oversleeve. The price point for the 3.4oz is $132 usd and the official release date was on September 28, 2016. It's not your grandmother's perfume, it's not even your mother's perfume anymore! You know it and you don't. Come try the re-imagined essence of Chanel for yourself.

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Fall Skin Peel

By Crystal Holmes SA Monthly Beauty Skin Care Editor

Consider this my formal petition to change the name of Chemical Peels to Skin Peels. The word “chemical” reminds me of a scary science project gone wrong. A Skin Peel (using chemicals), however, improves the overall look and feel of your skin and seems like the answer to a prayer.

Not only do skin peels reduce fine lines, they can treat wrinkles, treat certain types of acne and reduce sun damage including age spots. One slight word change and suddenly we are smitten.

Here’s the real deal about skin peels. As we age, dead skin cells don’t slough off as easily as when we are younger. This leads to skin issues that are often difficult to treat with at-home remedies. With a skin peel, certified aestheticians will consult with you to understand your goals and will then recommend a peel that work best for your skin type and desired outcome (peels range from light to deep and are customized depending on the unique needs of each client).

A chemical solution is either applied lightly or rubbed more vigorously onto the skin being treated using a sponge or cotton pad. For light to medium peels, you may experience a slight tingling sensation that is quickly neutralized. Light to medium peels require little to no downtime with beautiful immediate results. With stronger peels (such as a TCA – Trichloracetic acid peel), you will likely experience a few days where your skin feels like a sunburn that is shedding off. According to our clients, however, a few days of hibernation is insignificant when you consider the outcome – beautiful, smooth, young-looking skin.

My very first TCA was intimidating, I won’t pretend it wasn’t. But since I had all the knowledge and felt complete trust in my aesthetician, I was ready to go. There is a noticeable sensation for a moment or two but not as scary as I anticipated and it quickly neutralized to normal. I spent a day or so with my skin feeling tight, almost like an invisible mask that no one could see but me. That was followed by a few days of the skin on my face peeling and flaking. Nothing too extreme. After about 5 days, the process was over and my fine lines vanished! My tired “Mommy gets no sleep” face looked youthful and fresh. I literally peeled my way to healthy skin!

In the facial world, Fall is Skin Peel Season, the perfect time to help your skin recover from summer and prepare for the holidays. Whether you are a peel regular or want to try it for the first time, contact Bio2 Skin Studio for Fall Skin Peel Promotions. You will truly FALL in love with your skin. XO, Crystal

TRAVEL Verb To go from one place to another, as on a a trip; journey. To be transmitted, move or pass.

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APPLE STORE Best Apple Pie in Texas!

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Baxter and Carol Adams started growing apples in the little town of Medina, Texas, in the late 1980’s and they needed a place to sell their apples in town. They purchased a little rock house in the middle of Medina and put their apples on a table in the front room. Folks from everywhere heard about the “sweet” apples grown in Texas and they flocked to the little rock house to buy them.

“Everyone wanted to know what else we had,” said Carol. We decided to add some local arts and crafts and then we started adding jams and jellies folks had made with our apples.” It did not take long and the store began to grow. Adding “value added” products was a natural and the Adams’s began making jams, jellies, sauces and butters and of course they added apple pie.

Success of the products grew and visitors wanted to have their wonderful jars of apple goodies and Love Creek’s fresh baked goods year round.

Several years ago, the Food Network featured The Apple Store on their segment “Food Finds”. Orders from across the nation poured in for the now famous “Five pounds of Apples in Every Pie” delight.

GREAT HILL COUNTRY PUMPKIN PATCH Maple Trees, cooler weather and bright orange pumpkins are a sure sign fall is near, especially in the Hill Country. Nobody celebrates fall better than Love Creek Orchards, home of the Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch. Love Creek Orchards; pioneers of the Texas Apple industry has been hosting the Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch for the past 22 years. Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Medina on Highway 16 North, Love Creek has the perfect setting for a children’s festival.

The Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch is designed to entertain and educate children at the same time.

The event includes hayrides, scarecrow building, pumpkin painting, pony rides, games and plenty of photo opportunities. But it also includes a petting zoo, apple orchard tours, cider making and processing apples on the apple line. “We want children to experience a day on the farm and fun, says owner Bryan Hutzler. But we want to make it a learning experience as well. What a great way to learn about agriculture and how apples are grown and harvested. Our event is all about the harvest and life on a farm.” We feature pig races, storytelling and playing an instrument in the Great Hill Country Symphony. There is so much to do you will want to stay the whole day! Bring a picnic lunch or enjoy food from our vendors. Love Creek offers hot dogs, Hamburgers, apple pie, pumpkin pie, apple ice cream and of course, fresh squeezed apple cider. If you want pumpkins you will find the largest variety of pumpkins, gourds, hay bales, corn stalks and fall squashes and gourds available to buy.

Of course, while you are in Medina, you can also visit the Apple Store that is just up the road. Famous for their Apple Pies, voted Best Apple Pie in Texas by Texas Monthly Magazine. The Apple Store makes over 50 different items made from fresh apples. We get so many orders for Apple Pie, be sure to call in your order for a fresh apple pie the day before you come to the patch. It will be ready when you head home!

The Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch opens on October 1st and is open every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission is $6.00 per person and includes the free hayrides, petting zoo, pumpkin painting (you buy the pumpkin and we provide the paint), tours, and entertainment. There is an additional charge for pony rides and face painting and a barrel train ride. The Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch is also open on Thursdays and Fridays for scheduled school tours. Since the last day of October is Monday the 31st, the Pumpkin Patch will be open for school tours that day as well as to the public. For more information, call 800-449-0882. For School tour information call 210-215-1995.

Special birthday parties can also be accommodated.

www.lovecreekorchards.com Bring your camera!

Just a Short Drive from San Antonio!

267 Old San Antonio Highway • Bandera, Texas 78003 • 830-328-5090

Open Wed-Sat: 10am - 5pm

Admission price is $10 for adults $6 for children.

Active duty military are free.

Sun: 11am - 3pm

Bandera Natural History Museum

Photos courtesy of Joe Garcia via Facebook

www.Banderanhm.org

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Fredericksburg in the Fall

By Fiona Arecchi SA Monthly Travel Editor

It has h been b said id that th t travel t l is i a journey j not a destination! Not so! If you, like me, just want to be at your destination, try shortcutting the journey. A quick hour and 16 minutes’ drive into the Texas Hill Country you will experience the charm and nostalgia that is Fredericksburg in the Fall. A mix of old German pioneers who settled Fredericksburg and later signed a peace treaty with the Comanche Indians that is still in effect today, and the newly arrived artists who find both inspiration and

an outlet for their work make Fredericksburg a great Fall destination. In the pace of a short mile there is something for everyone.

One can begin with a Wander around the informative Pacific War and Nimitz museums. Enjoying the serenity in the beautiful memorial garden behind the museum see you relaxed and ready to enjoy the rest of town. Directly across the street is Nimitz birth place. Nimitz neighbor, R Hence operated the Meat Market, that still stands there today. The meat market has been transformed into the Dan Pfieffer Art Gallery and wine store, who’s clever use of the walk in freezer as a wine tasting nook, and meat hooks to hang instruments and art for sale, give the place a very cool vibe.

On the same street you can browse the many antique and artisan shops, including the audacious Vaudeville Boutique where an array of fine furnishings, fabrics, and dĂŠcor will inspire you to rush back to SA to deck your halls in Thanksgiving style. Enjoy the many epicurean delights, salsa, wines, and chocolate dipped pickles, unique to this delightful town, and then sup a cold one in The Brewery. Not only do they have a selection of freshly brewed beers, but the food is tasty and choices plentiful.

If you decide to extend your stay, there is a great mix of B&Bs and lots to see in the surrounding area. If not, you can be back in SA in time for Dinner and the Spurs Game.

Weekend Getaway Hotel of the Month

The St Anthony

The St. Anthony Hotel has been a treasured icon in San Antonio since 1909, and with their recent redesign, the hotel has revived the famed glamour and opulence with a combination of historic features and contemporary luxury. With vibrant splashes of color paired with a more traditional design, the interior throughout the hotel’s public spaces and guestrooms offers beautiful grace and style.

The hotel features Rebelle, a restaurant concept from restaurateur Andrew Goodman with acclaimed Chef Stefan Bowers, as well as Haunt, a cocktail bar from the same duo offering classic cocktails inspired by the many legends of The St. Anthony. Rebelle offers a modern vibe with dusky colors and acrylic chairs mixed with white pearl leather seating that all centers around the restaurant’s bar. Their menu offers both a unique sharing style and a personal plate experience named “Divide” and “Conquer” and features produce sourced from local Texas farms and fresh coastal seafood shipped overnight. The many menu choices prove that there is something for everyone’s unique palette.

Haunt, named for the numerous spirits that are known to haunt The St. Anthony, features ultra modern décor highlighted with clean lines and white furniture, providing a sophisticated, yet comfortable place for locals and tourists alike to explore the signature cocktails inspired by ghost stories of the hotel. A couple drinks worth mentioning are The Lavendar Lady – named for the spirit usually noticed in the library that emotes the scent of lavender – which features house-infused lavender gin, housemade lavender bitters and lemon, topped with Prosecco and The Jilted Bride, who was stood up at the altar by her groom, and includes Don Q coconut rum, Sailor Jerry spiced rum, grapefruit and mezcal rinse.

If you are looking to enjoy some fresh air while the weather is still warm, take a dip in the rooftop pool – the perfect place to relax and escape reality. Even when the weather gets a little cooler in the coming months, you can enjoy the heated feature of the pool that overlooks the city of San Antonio. The pool deck features private cabanas for guests who can also order libations and snacks from the Rooftop Pool Cabana Bar during their poolside visit. Whether you are looking to relax and enjoy the beauty surrounding you or create the perfect social scene for you and a group of friends, The St. Anthony Hotel’s rooftop pool is the perfect spot.

Not only are there many things to do at the hotel, it is also primely located among many of San Antonio’s most popular landmarks, including The Witte Museum, the San Antonio Museum of Art, the Majestic Theatre and the Alamodome.

So check out The St. Anthony Hotel the next time you are visiting San Antonio or planning a stay-cation in the city and stay in one of their 277 fully remodeled, luxurious rooms.

Christmas

on the Brazos

If you and your family want to create unforgettable, new Christmas memories; see some beautiful countryside; go antiquing; and visit one of Texas’s most important historic state parks, consider a day trip to Washington on the Brazos State Historic Park and its annual Christmas on the Brazos event on Saturday, December 10, 2016. You can then brag to your friends that you stood “Where Texas Became Texas.”

Why there? It was March 2, 1836 when 59 delegates bravely met at Washington, TX to make a formal declaration of independence from Mexico. For ten years, Texas proudly existed as a separate nation. On the grounds of this 293-acre, TPWD-run state par k is Independence Hall (where the representatives met to write the declaration of independence); the Star of the Republic Museum (collections honoring the history, cultures, diversity and values of early Texans); and Barrington Living History Farm (whereinterpreters dress, talk, work and farm exactly as the earliest residents of the original farmstead did). Washington on the Brazos puts on many events throughout the year and one of their most popular is Christmas on the Brazos.

The historic Christmas traditions of Texas in the 1800s will transport you into the past through period music, craft making and artisan gift sale. The day culminates in the park’s popular Candlelight Christmas event at Barrington Living History Farm, featuring vignettes of Texian frontier festivities with music, musket firing, dancing and a candlelit tour of the farm as interpreters and an 1850s Santa recreate how that family would have enjoyed Christmas. Washington on the Brazos is located at 23400 Park Road 12, Washington, TX, 77880—approximately halfway between Brenham and Navasota, off of State Hwy. 105. From Hwy. 105, follow either FM 912 or FM 1155 to Park Road 12.

Contact office@wheretexasbecametexas.org or (936) 878-2214 for more information.

ART Noun Human effort to imitate, supplement, alter, or counteract the work of nature, the conscious production or arrangement of sounds, colors, forms, movements; sense of beauty.

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Photographer of the Month

Darren Maslach

The Dude With The Camera

By M. Alexander

Darren Maslach is a professional photographer bringing a unique perspective to the San Antonio, Texas entertainment industry. San Antonio is a vibrant and exciting city, a perfect environment for a photographer to utilize creative ideas. Darren returned to San Antonio in the summer of 2015 after a brief stay in South Florida, bringing with him 13 years of professional experience behind the camera.

His father, Joe, was a professional photographer and video producer for 30 years and taught Darren the art and business of photography from a young age. At 18, Darren began portraiture photographer As his photography improved and his reputation grew, more and more opportunities presented themselves.

Celebrities such as Eva Longoria, Florence Henderson, Rapper Fat Joe, Tejano singer Patsy Torres and former Miss Universe Paulina Vega have all heard the click of Darren's camera. Darren specializes in what he calls "creative portraiture." He describes this as, "showing a visual portrayal of a person's inner awesomeness. Everyone has a moment when they feel their best.

I want that moment to come to life when they see themselves in an image I helped create."

“The process of taking a creative picture” states Darren, “is all about being extremely picky. Look at an entire environment.

Once I like a location, my thoughts switch to the quality of the light, then I add the subject (person) and focus a photographic eye on the big picture. Gradually, I narrow down the focus, making adjustments along the way.

I pay attention to the smallest detail, even looking at the subjects eye lashes. Once I make sure the subject’s eyes are in focus, I most likely have a great picture. Sometimes a great image just happens and sometimes you have to get creative.

Either way, it’s Ok to be picky.”

The real joy for Darren is seeing his work displayed on the walls of his client's homes. Their families, children and accomplishments are memorialized for everyone to see. "Photographs are the family legacy we cherish, memories that last beyond our lifetime. Being a part of a family’s history is a great honor that is difficult to describe."

Today, Darren helps actors, models and musicians create eye-catching photos to promote their careers. In a world of cellphone selfies, a high resolution black and white portrait by Darren stands far above the crowd.

Fans of Darren’s work are invited to attend one of his entertaining events in San Antonio. “Camera Man’s 2nd Annual Masquerade Ball, 2015” with food and live entertainment, was attended by over 200 masked guests. His plans for a 2016 event are already underway. Darren’s work can be seen on the website www.TheDudeWithTheCamera.net.

“Valdez” by Alex Rubio

ARTIST’S IN EDUCATION

by David Anthony Garcia, SA Monthly Art Editor

Many art educators are very dedicated and do a wonderful job instilling necessary skills to their students within a school setting. Some are creative and crafty in their own right enjoying opportunities to delve into the professional art world. How often does an educator really have the time to give to a dual career being a showing artist as well? Creating a substantial body of artwork to marketing and showing in galleries on top of teaching full time takes a special drive.

It is a long but rewarding road that is beneficial to the artist and their students on many levels. As an artist/educator myself, I have been blessed with many opportunities to showcas artwork in major museums and galleries and to be featured in several textbooks. The chance to share my experiences in the art world with my young students gives them a first hand look at the hard work and dedication it takes to be an artist as well as gain the acknowledgment while having the chance to make a difference in the lives of others through the power of creation.

Two fantastic examples of artist’s who dedicate their days to education are Alex Rubio, Artist in Residence and Mentor with the Blue Star Contemporary Art Mosaic student artist program and Ashley Perez Visual Art Coordinator with Say Si, a year round, long term, tuition-free program for talented teens and middle school students. Both of these non-profit organizations are amazing examples of San Antonio’s up and coming art education providers outside of a formal school setting. Alex and Ashley both offer their insight on the value of bringing their art experience to their young teen charges.

Alex Rubio stated: “The Mosaic after school program really focuses in on the development of a young artist beginning at an early stages with early exhibition experience. The students must present their portfolios in order to be accepted into the program. It is totally free for community youth with all of the materials and supplies provided.

Professional mentor-ship by myself with the two dimensional artwork and Juan Zavala Castro who focuses in on ceramic and three dimensional objects is also available. Their works are then exhibited in the community as well as at Blue Star in our Mosaic Gallery. The students build their portfolio with their repertoire of exhibitions, but they are also building a resume’. They work on public art commissions designed by Blue Star staff in collaboration with other artists as I mentor students in the design process of public art. Our students range in age from 16 to 18 but we are always constantly looking out for new undiscovered Alex Rubio mentoring a student and developing talent in our community. I remember when I was offered my first exhibition, and it is exactly what we do at Blue Star preparing kids for that day when they will be submitting their portfolios for scholarship opportunities for their first professional or emerging artist exhibits out there in the community. They of course are going to continue their education, many of them in the arts, but I think this offers them an early experience in how to develop and prepare for exhibiting and speaking about their artwork having a strong

ARTIST’S IN EDUCATION continued conceptual design for their work in the future.

That is what happened to me at an early age as I was introduced to a non profit arts organization at a very early stage. I have been applying those same techniques in community building and arts organizing leading to the exhibition of student work by getting them ready for having pieces in museums and contemporary galleries here in San Antonio.

Those techniques that I have learned were shared by my mentors and I do now believe it is my turn and my personal mission to continue that cycle of inspiration and that cycle of mentorship for our San Antonio Youth. The more professional development these students gain at an early stage the more Ashley Perez mentoring a student they will be recognized in our community and the more valuable their experience is going to be. It will eventually be their turn to take over these positions when they return with art degrees. They will have a better sense of what it is to be a local home grown San Antonio artist because they created local landmarks when they were in high school with the public art projects and have a collector base established because they are actually on exhibit now and selling works through our programs and the local art scene making connections along the way.”

In 2011 Alex opened up R Space a gallery for undiscovered, developing and emerging artists off of S. Flores St. and just very recently opened his 2nd gallery Rubio Gallery in Southtown focusing on emerging and early career artists. When I first met Alex he was the instructor at the aforementioned Say Si. Soon after I was the visual art instructor there with a young aspiring teen student Ashley Sanchez. Now Mrs. Ashley Perez she is an artist in her 8th year as the visual art coordinator with this incredible program. Things do tend to come full circle indeed.

Ashley states: “I am an oil painter primarily. I like to work large and on wood maintaining a studio at my home where I regularly work on my art as often as possible. I have had my work at Movement Gallery recently and also had artwork at the Educational and Cultural Arts Center Texas A&M San Antonio and Highwire Arts Gallery to name a few venues. I sell work regularly, not so much by commissions but in thematic series which do very well and I am able to make a living off of my artwork. I think this puts me in the same playing field as my students. There is a lot of stress in art making and I am well aware of that.

Working with my students on a daily basis, I know what it is like to be distracted and to have other things going on to get oneself “blocked”. I am thoughtful of that but let them know that it is never something that they can’t work through and overcome. It is something that we can relate to each other about. In addition to just the art making practice which is difficult in and of itself but there is also the wanting to have your artwork outside of your studio. What is it like to have other people see you work and be a professional artist. What is expected in the field beyond college representing yourself as an artist. That is an insight that I can give to my students because I work at it on a daily basis. I feel like

ARTIST’S IN EDUCATION continued

“One” by Alex Rubio

“Overheard” by Ashley Perez

I gravitate to education, it is something that I really enjoy and really inspires me as a person and as an artist. I think I will always teach as it is a part of my DNA it seems. Being a teacher and a professional artist responds to each other. I learn a lot about dealing with people in the field as well as my students as they reflect a lot of each other.

Setbacks with the students and the professional art world and how they correlate benefit my students with a look into the reality of the art scene in San Antonio and beyond.”

In conclusion, the more our youth are exposed to the opportunities available in the burgeoning San Antonio art education scene the better off they will be. Hopefully they get a chance to be mentored by an incredible artist who wears the dual hat as a full time educator. We commend all of those who choose to give of themselves in this way without taking away from their own freedom of expression. Thank you!

Please look into both of these amazing programs at www.saysi.org and www.bluestarart.org David Anthony Garcia

“The Hero” by Ashley Perez

Artist of the Month

JEANNETTE CUEVAS Jeannette Cuevas remembers a childhood inspired by the great outdoors. Her family’s love of nature left it’s passionate imprint on her. This meant vacations usually involved camping and “roughing it”, and experiencing first hand incredible visions of desert cactus, shimmering rivers and the sun “sizzling” as it disappeared into the waters of the gulf. These rich experiences would eventually resurface and infuse themselves within Jeannette’s paintings years later.

A native Texan, Jeannette typically paints the images from around where she lives. Working people, cactus, captivating images and gorgeous scenes are all part of the stories she paints through her art. She is fascinated by the beauty and simplicity of the everyday flow of living in South Texas and enjoys trying to capture the warmth and spirit of every aspect of it. Most of her images are covered in sunlight and as time goes on she finds herself gravitating more toward peaceful themes. “The sunlight in my work represents a spiritual aspect for me”, says Jeannette. “It illuminates all things and shows the true beauty that lies within each subject. Just as light refracts color in a prism or faceted stone, this is how Jeannette visualizes the effects of light in her own work. It not only reflects color off the surface but also reveals a glowing presence from within that emanates out from each subject”. This is one reason she prefers using watercolor in her under paintings. “It is like a river of flowing color beneath a surface of glittering light which is the pure pigment of pastel”, says Jeannette. “The 2 mediums glow together and create an energy that is both mesmerizing and healing”. Jeannette’s desire is to capture and illuminate that beauty that sparkles through as a result.

AFTER DARK Adjective Reflecting only a small fraction of incadecent light. A place having little or no light, Night; nightfall.

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Iconic Neighborhood Restaurant and Bar of the Month

The Broadway 5050 in Alamo Heights has been here since 1927! It is the Cheers of San Antonio and the jewel of Alamo Heights! Great place to enjoy sports, live music, great food and unbelievable drink specials! Home of the 0911 Burger and The El Jefe; voted San Antonio's number one burger of 2011!

DAILY drink and food specials! Remember, never a cover charge at the 5050!

Monday Night Football Tuesday Karaoke and PINT Nite starting at 8pm Wednesday Open Mic Nite Thursday NFL Football Friday Live Music Saturday College Game Day Sunday NFL Football every game ALL DAY

Mon-Saturday 11a.m. - 2a.m.

Sunday 10a.m. - Midnight 5050 Broadway 210-832-0050 www.broadway5050.com

Newest Pub Style Bar of the Month

Stout House is a pub style bar offering 20 craft beer taps and a full bar. We are located on the corner of Bandera Road & Loop 1604 in the Silverado Theatre Shopping Center.

Get Hoppy at Stout House's Monthly Craft Beer Tasting We are hopped up and excited for our first-ever craft beer tasting.

Here's how it's gonna go down: Our craft beer tasting will be held every last Thursday of each month from 7pm-9pm. The tasting will feature ten beers from craft breweries both near and far. As always, entry into Stout House is free, but if you want to participate in the fun, all you have to do is pay $5.00 (yes, only $5 bucks). This gets you ten 2-3oz craft beer samples, and entry into our raffle drawings that are pulled every 20 minutes. Prizes include Spurs tickets, bar swag, gift cards and more!

Each month, the theme of our tastings will change so there's always something new to try. Some months we'll feature seasonal brews, while other's we may mix it up with a pairing. Right now we've got eight Texas craft beers on tap at Stout House that you must try if you love supporting local! There are brews from all over Texas, including San Antonio, Houston, Dallas & Blanco. View all of our featured taps on our website & learn about the flavor profile of each brew.

• 11 (60") HD TV's • Indoor Seating & Outdoor Patio with Seating • Pool Table • Darts • Beer Pong • NFL Ticket

11851 Bandera Rd, Ste. #119 • Helotes, Texas • (210) 637-9094 • www.StoutHouseSA.com

Neighborhood Tavern-style Food and Bar of the Month

The Old Main Assoc.

The Old Main Assoc. was conceived as a neighborhood tavern-style bar offering craft and classic cocktails, beer, wine and fare that some have dubbed "San Antonio Soul Food". From French Burgundy to Denver IPAs to Monte Carlos or Negronis we have you covered. Our chef has recreated, with a modern take of course, familiar flavors and ingredients found in traditional San Antonio kitchens. And by kitchens we mean your grandmothers kitchen. Well, more literally, his grandmothers kitchen. Our interior is designed with communal seating in mind and is "first come, first sat" availability. We encourage patrons to take full advantage of that and get it where you fit in and make a new friend or two. (Sounds cheesy, we know, but it seems to work out okay.) Come by for a drink and a bite soon!

2512 N Main Ave Call (210) 562-3440

DOWNTOWN LIVE MUSIC VENUE OF THE MONTH

312 Pearl Pkwy, Building 6 Suite 6001, • (210) 332-9386 • www.JazzTX.com Live music, dancing and a cozy atmosphere set the stage for an evening at San Antonio's newest music venue - Jazz, TX. Created by local bandleader Doc Watkins, Jazz, TX combines the class of an upscale Jazz club with the grit of a Texas dance hall.

Located in the newly rebuilt Bottling House at the Historic Pearl Brewery, Jazz, TX offers a full kitchen featuring South Texas cuisine, as well as craft cocktails, wine and a variety of Texas beers on tap. Jazz, TX celebrates the broad spectrum of South Texas music, including Jazz, Blues, Texas Swing, and Salsa, featuring performances from many of the region's greatest musicians, including regular performances from Doc Watkins himself. Tue - Sat 5pm - 8pm Happy-Hour Set / No Cover / Live Music @ 5:30 • Tue - Sat 8pm - 12am Main Act / $10-$20 Cover / Live Music @ 8:30 • Fri - Sat 12am - 1:30am After-Hour Set / No Cover

DRINKS OF THE MONTH

“BIT A' GRIT” Infused Fennel Gin, Dry Vermouth, Bitters

“SPANISH G AND TEA” Spanish Gin, Tonic, Herbal Foam

DOWNTOWN RIVERWALK UPSCALE NIGHTCLUB OF THE MONTH

Kremlin - San Antonio's Most Upscale Nightlife Scene on the Riverwalk. With a dance floor that inspires ultimate energy and sensuality, Kremlin is your upscale destination in Downtown San Antonio. Experience Vegas on the Riverwalk.

Join us for Happy Hour! Tuesday - Friday 6PM - 11PM 212 College St • (210) 220-1972 • • • • • • • • •

Beautiful Patio Overlooking the Heart of the Riverwalk Smoking Permitted on the Patio All Craft Cocktail Drinks Served in Classic Glassware Featuring $6 Craft Cocktails, $5 Well Drinks, Reduced Price Beers No Cover Charge before 9pm 8 TV's Throughout the Lounge & Patio DJ Starts at 10 Bottle Service Available New Craft Cocktail Menu

A-Listt 1919 Bar Louie Club Rio Ojos Sports Bar Nektar Lounge The Ticket The Falls Swig Martini Bar The Brooklynite The Last Word Rebar LongBar Blue Box Bar Pulse B&N Acenar Josabi’s The Lion&Rose The Stetson Bar Sam’s Burger Joint Atomar Bar Azuca Gruene Hall Hard Rock Café Max’s Wine Dive Grand Agave Pat O”Brien’s Skydome Zinc Bistro & Wine Bar SoHo Crabby Jacks

NIGHT / DANCE / ROCK CLUBS

Tabu Lounge Chris Madrids Ivory Lounge Bar America Luna Broadway 50 50 J.T. Floore Countrystore Hooligans The Falls The Mix Graham Central Station Cowboys Dancehall Midnight Rodeo Jack’s Bar Blue Star Brewing Co. Swig Martini Bar Tycoon Flats The Pointe Martini Lounge Fox and Hound Ice Lounge Sunset Station Liberty Bar The Lava Lounge Republic of Texas Howl at the Moon Cappyccino’s Bombay Bicycle Club Chicago Bar Limelight Coyote Ugly

Naked Iguana Lounge Mad Dogs British Pub Amore CML Nectar Wine Bar & Ale House The Burnhouse Claude Hoppers The Esquire Dorcol 151 Saloon Halcyon Maroc Wine 101 The Old Main Assoc.

The Kremlin Havana Ultra Lounge Fizz Bar & Lounge Nirvana Lush Jazz TX The Stout House Did your favorite Dance Club make the “A-List”?

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