78209 Magazine May 2024

TAYLOR LANE

Welcome to the May edition of 78209 Magazine! Now that the excitement of Fiesta is behind us, it’s a great time for a spring refresh. Whether that means purging your closet, tackling that mess in the garage, getting your outdoor spaces ready to enjoy, or just taking some time for yourself, here’s to a season of growth!

Mother’s Day is May 12th, and I am so excited to be celebrating this year as a first-time mom. My eight-month-old daughter and I love to go on adventures to the Zoo, the Pearl, Botanical Garden, long walks on the many trails throughout San Antonio, out to eat, and especially some shopping! If you’re looking for Mother’s Day plans, take a look at our ’09 Eats section for some of our favorite Brunch ideas.

We have an extra-special Calendar for you this month. The Polo Match is returning to Brackenridge Park! If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, head to brackenridgepark.org to secure your spot at this homecoming exhibition. Also happening this month, 78209 photographer, David Teran, is launching his much anticipated book, Hasselblad Ballet, on May 15th! Pre-order your copy before they run out at hasselbladballet.com/store.

Our neighbors this month are quite possibly the most perfect couple I have ever met. The love that Mindy & Aaron Kendle have for each other is so pure, you can feel it from across the room! We had the best time at their photo shoot getting a glimpse into their life at home. David even brought out a copy of “the book” for a pre-launch sneak-peek.

Wishing you peace and abundance!

Photo by Suzanne Pack, Celebrated

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About The Cover May 2024

18 Business Profile

From the Texas Panhandle to 78209. Amarillo National Bank wins over local customers with friendly service and business savvy.

20 Meet Your Neighbors

A Navy Seal, confetti and friendships all mix wonderfully well for this young 78209 family. Meet the Kendles!

32 Leadership

Is it possible to be a good leader without being a good person? A breakdown of “Good Leader” vs. “Good Person” and what it looks like to be both. Which type of leader are you?

The mini cupcakes on this month’s cover are from none other than BIRD Bakery! If you didn’t already know, the bakery has a monthly rotating selection of featured cupcake favors. May’s featured flavor is Mint Julep - Decadent Chocolate Cupcake filled with Crème de Menthe, and topped with Maker’s Mark Buttercream & a fresh mint leaf. YUM!

We had so much fun celebrating BIRD Bakery’s 12th anniversary and meeting owner Elizabeth Chambers. We asked Elizabeth what her experience has been as a business owner in 78209, and she shared that the community is what has made BIRD Bakery such a success. She wanted to thank the ’09 community for welcoming BIRD with open arms, and their support over the years!

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NEW MED SPA OPENS IN CARROUSEL COURT SHOPPING CENTER

By Ron Aaron Eisenberg

For Kelley, a registered nurse, and Chris Atkinson, a medical doctor, Radiant Heights Med Spa is the culmination of a dream. The couple, both medical professionals, worked together many years ago at the University of North Carolina. Now, they are partnering in a non-surgical aesthetic medicine treatment spa.

Their clinic opened in April 2024. It offers a number of services for women and men aimed at restoring and enhancing beauty in a safe, cost-effective manner. The services include skin pen microneedling, VI peels, chemical peels, neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and sclerotherapy, a treatment for varicose or spider veins.

The couple completely remodeled the space, which sits at the rear of the Carrousel Court Shopping Center, 1860 Nacogdoches Rd., across from the Oak Park H-E-B.

As one of their first clients told me, “It is such a warm, professional, and welcoming clinic. The moment I walked through the door, I knew this was a place I wanted to be.”

Dr. Atkinson graduated medical school from the Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. His residence was at San Antonio Military Medical Center. He subspecialized in the field of Neuroradiology at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has 8 years of experience as a radiologist with a subspecialty

in Neuroradiology. He is an expert in head and neck anatomy and the use of image guided procedures. He serves as the medical director and provider at Radiant Heights.

Kelley Atkinson, RN, graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and later returned to nursing school at Georgetown University in Washington, DC where she graduated with honors with a second Bachelor’s degree in nursing, as a RN. She has worked as a nurse for over 14 years, 7 of which were in the field of interventional radiology, where she became more familiar with image-guided procedures. With a background in psychology and nursing, she is excellent at understanding, meeting, and exceeding the needs of her clients.

Kelley told me she “loves being a nurse.” And she loved the patients she saw in the hospital, where she most recently worked. “But” she said, “there is a wonderful difference between my hospital patients and the women and men I am helping at our clinic.

“People who come here want to be here. In the hospital, all things considered, they would have rather not have been there.”

The couple told me they opened Radiant Heights because of their strong interest in aesthetic medicine, helping people to see their most beautiful self, inside and out coupled with a commitment to patient care.

The clinic is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 8am to 6pm. Other days by appointment.

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BENTLEY’S ON BROADWAY SHUTTERED, MAY REOPEN

By Ron Aaron Eisenberg

A bar that has been called a nuisance by neighboring residents and the City of San Antonio is closed.

Bentley’s, at 8123 Broadway, recently posted a notice on its front door that said it was “closed for remodeling.” What the notice did not say is the closure was mandated by the City of San Antonio.

On March 27, 2024, San Antonio’s Dangerous Assessment Response Team inspected the property “in response to code violations as well as an inordinate number of calls for police service due to fights, aggravated assaults, disturbances, and noise complaints. The city and Bentley’s owner signed an agreement to “cease and desist operations” as of April 8, until such time as Bentley’s comes into compliance with all city and state codes and passes all final inspections.

Bentley’s denied the allegations but signed the nuisance abatement compliance agreement “as a compromise to resolve all issues raised by the city.”

The bar has been a target of the Oak Park Northwood Neighborhood Association (OPNNA) for several years due to noise and vehicles parked haphazardly on residential streets near the business.

As I reported in the June 2022 issue of 78209 Magazine, “While there are several bars in the area, including

Rebar and The Hangar, residents say the noise and traffic appear to come predominantly from Bentley’s. Of note, Bentley’s has taken over all three bars at 8123 Broadway St.”

OPNNA president Gina Galaviz Eisenberg, my wife, enlisted support from neighbors and local government and elected officials to address the noise and traffic issues attributed to Bentley’s. Numerous noise complaints have been called in to the San Antonio Police Department.

Meanwhile, the property is listed for sale by Marcus and Millichap. Their listing notes the property sits on 1.99 commercial acres along Broadway. It includes a 19,164 square foot building on a 1.51-acre parcel, along with two adjoining lots of 0.24 acres each. The realtors report over 20,000 vehicles a day drive by the property. The site is appraised at $3,058,900 million dollars by the Bexar County Appraisal District.

FIIZ DRINKS ON BROADWAY FIZZLES

Claiming a situation beyond their control, FIIZ Drinks shuttered its location at 3521 Broadway in late April. The shop opened in February 2023. The location previously was home to a Sonic Restaurant. It closed in 2018. I

wrote about the newcomer in the March 2023 issue of 78209 Magazine.

In a post on its Instagram page, the Utah-based company wrote, “Hopefully, FiiZ Drinks will be back soon. Thank you so much to all our amazing employees and customers.”

FiiZ has also closed its location in Converse. The company opened in 2014 and now reportedly has some 60 locations nationwide. FiiZ serves what it calls “dirty” sodas. Customers can customize their drinks with additional syrups, creams, fruit purees, and more. But not in San Antonio or Converse!

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- IN THE LOOP -

BOTANICAL GARDEN OFFERS DEMENTIA FRIENDLY GARDEN WORKSHOP

Across the country, a number of community gardens are recognizing the therapeutic value of gardening for people struggling with many forms of dementia.

Locally, San Antonio Botanical Garden is offering an innovative dementia friendly gardening project. Christina Bittle, Doctor of Occupational Therapy student at UT Health San Antonio is the instructor.

The Garden dubbed the project “GROW (Gardening Rooted in Occupational Wellness).” It is produced in partnership with UT Health San Antonio’s Caring for the Caregiver program at the Garden. GROW is designed to promote improved mental health, quality of life, and opportunities for social connection for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

Research has shown that participating in gardening programs and activities promotes positive outcomes for participants’ mental health and well-being. According to the Garden’s website, GROW utilizes hands-on gardening activities, such as planting, pruning, and exploring sensory aspects of plants, to promote these outcomes.

The workshop is free and open to the public, but advance registration is requested. The Garden is located at 555 Funston Place, San Antonio 78209. To register for GROW go to www.sabot.org, click on adult classes and visit DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY GARDENING WORKSHOP.

HASH KITCHEN TO TAKE OVER JIM’S SITE ON BROADWAY

The Arizona-based chain Hash Kitchen – a brunchcentered eatery -- is coming to San Antonio. The chain has six locations in its home state of Arizona and one in Utah. Now, it reportedly plans to take over the Broadway near Hildebrand building previously occupied by a Jim’s Restaurant.

Hash Kitchen’s website says it serves brunch and breakfast favorites like waffles, scrambles and frittatas. Along with full bars serving a variety of cocktails, its locations boast do your own Bloody Mary bars with 50 toppings.

According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Hash Kitchen initially planned to take over the former Fiesta San Antonio Commission office at 2611 Broadway, but now the chain is targeting the Jim’s location closer to Broadway and Hildebrand. The restaurant currently has five locations in metro Phoenix. It says it plans to expand the business nationwide, with an initial focus on Denver, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Salt Lake City, according a news release from the company.

The enterprise says its “innovative concept combines chef-driven food and an elevated cocktail program with a next-level atmosphere, complete with social-mediaworthy wall art and rotating guest DJ’s and turntables on the weekends.”

AH09 5K BIG SUCCESS

The 6th Annual AH09 5K Fun Run & Pet Adoption was held on Saturday, April 13th in Alamo Heights! Some 125 folks registered for the run and many supporting family members and friends rooted them on. The perfect weather bought out competitive runners, families, and a number of furry friends. All proceeds raised by the event went to the Alamo Heights Animal Care Services.

People interested in adopting a pet are welcome to visit Alamo Heights City Hall where they can meet and adopt a furry friend. Ask for Jennifer Stewart or January Dugan. Information on adoptable pets, adoption & foster applications, Amazon wish list and other info is available at https://linktr. ee/ahacs

The city thanked the event co-sponsors: Cryofit, Nekter Juice Bar, Natural Grocers, Next Level Urgent Care Center, Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union (RBFCU), and the CascaronStore! AH staff, volunteers, and UT Health Physical Therapy Students who assisted in logistics, helped make the event a success.

LA PATRONA RESTAURANT & PATIO BAR OPENING IN 78209

The building at 8142 Broadway St. in 78209 has been vacant for more than a year following the closure of Beto’s Alt Mex Restaurant. Beto’s had been at that location for 25 years.

A banner on the building proclaims La Patrona Restaurant & Patio Bar will be opening soon. The building, which is reportedly 100 years old, looks to have been refurbished. The driveway and parking lot also were resurfaced.

The eatery announced its plans on Facebook at La Patrona Restaurant & Patio Bar. But no additional details were available.

This is the second banner on the building announcing a new restaurant at that location. Another banner appeared several months ago for a different restauranteur, but then it was recently replaced by La Patrona’s announcement.

- SOCIETY -

Midtown Business Society April Event

The Midtown Business Society (formerly Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce) celebrates their first meeting held at Nineteen Hyaku on April 11th. The MBA invites you to connect with them at membership@midtownbusiness.org.

Alamo Heights Night

The 36th annual Alamo Heights Night was a HIT! Congratulations to our Instagram Giveaway winner, Michael Zamora!

Ann Sacks Tile & Stone

On March 28th, Ann Sacks celebrated the opening of their new location at 5941 Broadway. Cheers!

BIRD BAKERY TURNS 12!

We got to celebrate the 12th anniversary of BIRD Bakery’s flagship store! It was a cupcake-filled extravaganza that inspired this month’s cover!

Battle of Flowers Stops in ’09

The 2024 Battle of Flowers Traveling Float sponsored by Frost Bank marked the kick off of the 133rd Battle of Flowers Parade festivities. The float made a stop next to the Alamo Heights Little League Field and Fiesta fans had the opportunity to step onto the float and take a selfie on the float that appeared in this year’s Battle of Flowers Parade.

Le Brunch des Chapeaux 2024

Le Brunch des Chapeaux benefitting Autism Community Network was held at the Argyle on April 10th.

Amarillo National Bank

Amarillo National Bank’s 78209 Branch Location

Connects with Customers Throughout the Alamo City

By Bruce X. Forey | Photography by David Teran

A bank headquartered in the Texas panhandle is quickly making an impression in San Antonio and the 78209 community. Amarillo National Bank (ANB) is a fifth-generation familyowned bank – started by B.T. Ware in 1892. ANB offers a range of traditional retail banking services including personal and business money accounts, personal and home loans, and a variety of wealth management services. Their niche in commercial loans created an opportunity for the bank to expand operations in San Antonio.

“The bank had been lending money and building a client base in San Antonio for the last 15 to 20 years,” said Travis Edlund, lending market executive and senior vice president for Amarillo National Bank.

Travis is a lifelong San Antonian and second-generation banker with experience working for other San Antonio financial institutions. He was aware of ANB’s presence in the market and felt there was an opportunity for the bank to serve more customers locally.

“I made a pitch to the leadership team in Amarillo that they should open a full bank in San Antonio,” Travis recalled. “I think there had been discussions to explore our market, so I just connected with them at the right time.”

Amarillo National arrived in San Antonio in 2020 and offered loans only. In December 2022, it opened its full-service bank here. The 78209 branch, along Loop 410, is an ideal location for the company. The previous tenant was a bank, so the space was already set up for a banking operation. Being close to the airport also made it ideal for bank executives to make a short commute when flying from and to Amarillo.

“The main consideration is we have a lot of customers that live in the 78209 area,” said Travis. “We wanted our branch close to where they reside and have their businesses.”

Travis says ANB is steadily expanding its clients and deposit base. The bank reports adding 25 to 40 accounts per month, contributing to almost $100 million in deposits. Travis adds most of the new accounts come from nearby residents. Loan

customers opening personal and business checking accounts are also part its growth. He also believes Amarillo National Banks’s small town, and personalized approach of customer service, resonates with clients.

“We offer online banking, but some people just feel better coming inside and talking to one of our professional and courteous team members,” Travis added. “Plus, we have a unique banking lobby that features art from surrounding schools. Our décor doesn’t feel like a traditional bank environment.”

Money talks, and ANB attracts new customers with competitive interest rates, up to four percent, on checking and savings accounts. Travis stated most banks are making more margins these days due to higher interest rates. Instead of pocketing all the excess revenue, Amarillo National shares success with its account holders.

“Many banks are still paying less than one percent on their checking or savings accounts. It gives us an advantage to earn business when we pay triple the interest rate compared to most of our competitors,” Travis added.

As a family, privately held bank, Amarillo National doesn’t operate with local advisory boards like other financial institutions. Many of its customers appreciate the discretion ANB extends to clients.

“No matter how big or small the loan, no one in town is going to know about it. Many of the families we do business with appreciate that the transaction stays private.”

Amarillo National Bank quickly got involved in supporting the community through charitable contributions. The bank sponsored a booth for Fiesta’s Alamo Heights Night, which benefits local nonprofit organizations through the Alamo Heights Rotary Club. ANB also contributes directly to the San Antonio Sports Academy, SA Life Academy, Any Baby Can, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Boysville, and SA Hope Center, along with other causes.

The Kendle Family

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The Kendle Family

Extended Family Helps Make Life Special for the Kendle’s in 78209.

By Bruce X. Forey | Photography by David Teran

Life often happens in threes. And, when it comes together through the kind acts of family, friends, and faith, it’s a wonderful thing. That’s a big part of the evolving story of the Kendle family.

Aaron and Mindy, with their two daughters Dylan (9 years old) and Hazel (4 years old) have been part of the 78209 community since November 2017. Their story starts with a military connection. Aaron was a Navy Seal who served our country through six deployments. While stationed in Virginia Beach, VA, he was introduced to Mindy by mutual military friends and soon married. Tragedy struck during a visit to Texas. Aaron was injured in a serious vehicle accident, which required the lower part of his left arm to be amputated. He was transported to Brooke Army Medical Center for an extensive recovery. Mindy rented a house in Terrell Hills to be close to Aaron while recuperating. During this trying time, the Kendle’s military family was constantly there for support.

It was December with the holidays approaching. Word of their situation spread from Mindy’s friend, Sydney, a military spouse from San Antonio. This is when the Kendle’s experienced caring, Texas hospitality, 78209 style.

“A group of very kind people decorated our house for Christmas with a Christmas tree and outside lights,” Mindy recalled. “They were complete strangers and did it to show us love for what we were going through.”

“Being a military family, we’re used to having a really close-knit group of friends, and it’s natural for service families to offer help at all times,” Aaron said. “We found the same thing in this community, and it was incredible.”

Due to Aaron’s injury, he was medically discharged from the Navy. This life-changing event helped reset their priorities, including where they would call home and raise a family.

“We were driving in the car one day talking about this area and the great people and families we met, and we made a decision to stay here in San Antonio,” Aaron said.

Mindy added, “We were welcomed into so many neighborhood gatherings with people reaching out asking how they could help us. I told Aaron, we cannot leave this place, these people are incredible.”

The couple bought a home in Alamo Heights, and the friendliness they experienced after Aaron’s accident was immediately felt in their new neighborhood.

“There’s a lot of random gatherings on our street. We played pickleball one weekend, and people started texting each other. We ended up meeting a bunch of new neighbors,” Aaron said.

“We hang out a lot on our front porch and have an open white picket fence policy for people to come visit,” said Mindy.

Life in San Antonio brought interesting career changes to the Kendles as entrepreneurs. Aaron owns and is CEO of an oil and gas distribution company called Caltex Energy International. Mindy left a medical devices leadership position to be a stay-at-home mom. After their daughters got a little older, she sought a career with lifebalance and flexibility, so she started a confetti company called Bash Boutique. Mindy creates a variety of themed confetti and other colorful products in her home, sometimes with her daughter’s help. The premium confetti adds a special touch to a variety of celebrations and occasions. She also donates confetti to nonprofits, including an organization that supports children undergoing cancer treatment.

“When the young patient finishes treatment, they ring a bell to celebrate the occasion, and we provide the confetti to toss with their family,” Mindy said. “Being able to bring them a little joy makes me feel like God put this business in my lap.”

The Kendles are actively involved with their faith at St. Peter’s Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church. Aaron is a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mindy is involved with Catholic Daughters and serves as an usher for mass.

“I get to know everybody when they walk in. It’s a really great experience,” said Mindy. “Going to church on Sunday is my happy place. I feel like we have a little family there,”

Through church, neighbors, and the military, the Kendle are blessed with an extended family uniquely their own.

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Home Sales for 78209

The following is home sales information through the month of March in the 78209 zip code.

Source: Rocket Homes

The housing market is a Buyer’s Market. At the same time last year, 78209 was a Seller’s Market.

The Median Price is $453,498 based on all the homes sold. The difference is -$5,099 (-1.1%) since this time last year.

Number of homes for sale: March 2024 - 334

Number of homes sold: March 2024 - 42

Average sale time since last year: March 2023 - 70 days March 2024 - 85 days

- SCHOOL NEWSCONSTRUCTION TIMELINE

The work will be divided into three project packages.

Package One

Alamo Heights High School - construction May 2024 to August 2026

Central Office/Learning Center - construction June 2026 to April 2027

Excel Academy/Connects - construction May 2027 to December 2027

Package Two

Robbins campus (located next to Tennis Center/Natatorium and current home of Excel and 09 Academies)

Softball Field and Accessory Buildings - construction October 2024 to September 2025

Tennis Improvements- construction January 2025 to December 2025

Baseball Improvements- construction January 2025 to December 2025

Robbins Building Removal and New Parking Lot - construction January 2028 to June 2028

Cambridge - construction January 2025 to August 2026

Woodridge - construction June 2025 to August 2026

Plant Services - construction September 2025 to March 2026

Package Three

Howard Early Childhood Center - construction May 2026 to July 2027

Alamo Heights Junior School - construction April 2027 to June 2028

All dates slated for campus construction projects are subject to change due to factors like weather.

- SCHOOL NEWS -

REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER AT HEIGHTS

Summer at Heights is back for 2024 with exciting classes for incoming kinder through sixth grade students.

There’s something for everyone with an engaging line up of fun classes including sports and fitness, sewing, cooking, gaming, Spanish, STEM, art, theatre and much more. You’ll find Summer at Heights classic offerings and some new original classes.

Summer at Heights classes will be offered from June 3 to June 28. Classes are held at Woodridge Elementary and Alamo Heights Junior School and are taught by AHISD staff and local educators.

There are morning and afternoon sessions, before and after care, and supervised lunch for students staying all day.

Since 1995 Summer at Heights has been a staple in the AHISD community for educational and enriching summer experiences.

Email SAH@ahisd.net with any questions.

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CLASS RANK AND MULTIPLIER CHANGES

The landscape for college admissions is rapidly changing, and AHISD is taking responsive action to ensure students are competitive during the college application process and well-prepared once accepted into college.

Moving forward with the Class of 2028, AHISD students will maintain two distinct GPAs: the Cumulative GPA, encompassing all subjects, and a new Rank in Class (RIC) GPA, which is solely based on core academic subjects such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. This RIC GPA will be used in determining the top 10% of students who are eligible for automatic admission to Texas’s public universities.

In addition, AHISD will reinstate a three-tiered multiplier system for course categories, providing weights of 1.0, 1.1, or 1.13 to reflect course rigor and challenge levels.

Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, a numeric class rank shall only be calculated for and communicated to students in the top 10% of each graduation cohort.

For students in the 2025-2027 graduation cohorts, the class rank will continue to be calculated using all high school courses. For students in the 2028 graduation cohort and beyond, the class rank will be calculated with the new RIC GPA.

MATHEMATICAL MINDS MERGE

During the past school year, Saint Mary’s Hall students Helen Trottmann ‘25 and Ephraim Cho ‘24 eagerly approached the middle school math teachers with an idea to start a math competition group, and they brought their ideas to fruition this school year. Once a week during recess time, middle school

students are led by upper school students to practice solving challenging math problems. In this setting, the students are encouraged to think outside the box and draw on their problem-solving skills. Many of these problems also introduce new concepts, enriching students’ mathematical knowledge for future courses. The students are currently preparing to compete in the ‘Purple Comet!’ math competition later in April, where students will work as a team to solve the given math problems. Although the time spent together each week is short, the students don’t waste a minute putting their math skills to the test! Pictured are William Kruger ‘28, Maddie Trader ‘28, Ariana Wali ‘26, Sanya Singh ‘30, Helen Trottmann ‘26, and Abhi Ashwath ‘26. Saanvi Goyal ‘30 and Ephraim Cho ‘24.

SCHOOL NEWS

SAINT MARY’S HALL TEACHERS AND STUDENTS PRESENT AT WORLD HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

SMH Faculty across three departments collaborated on two presentations at the annual meeting of the World History Association of Texas conference held at San Antonio College on April 6, 2024. Upper School Social Science teacher Amy Pozza, English teacher Emily Robbins, and Director of Debate Matt Reichle participated in a roundtable discussion, “Disciplinary Frontiers: Enhancing Historical Understanding through Interdisciplinary Collaboration.” They were joined by two Form 11 students, Sophia Nelson ‘25 and Evaristo Derby Elizondo ‘25, who presented a lesson inspired by Model United Nations simulations. At the same conference, Upper School Social Science teacher Adrian Viccellio chaired a panel on which Form 11 students Rusham Goyal ‘25 and Helen Rusham ‘25 presented alongside their UTSA mentor, Dr. Anne Hardgrove.

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MAY

CALENDAR

Here’s where you’ll find us this month!

POLO HOMECOMING

Please join us on May 19, 2024 for a Homecoming Exhibition Polo Match in Brackenridge Park!

This year marks 125 years of our beloved park. For those that don’t know, polo was played in Brackenridge Park from the 1930’s through early 1980’s. As part of the year-long 125th celebration, the Conservancy is excited to partner with First Tee - Greater San Antonio and San Antonio Polo Club to bring a match back to the park! The day will be complete with special guests, memorabilia, a festive hat contest, best dressed contest, and more.

Tickets, tables, and sponsorship opportunities are available! For additional information, please email Audrey at asmedina@brackenridgepark.org. www.brackenridgepark.org/visit-the-park/events

Brackenridge Park Conservancy Hosts Saturday Yoga

WHO : Brackenridge Park Conservancy, City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department, City of San Antonio District 1 Councilwoman Dr. Sukh Kaur

WHEN: Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; Fitness class from 10:00 -11:00 a.m. Every Saturday through June - classes to be held with a Yoga fitness instructor.

WHERE: Brackenridge Park 531 Brackenridge Way, San Antonio, TX 78212 Meet at the open field to the right of Lambert Beach Softball Field.

Bakery Loraine Flower Shop Pop-Up

Join Bakery Loraine on Saturday, 5/11 from 10am-2pm for a Flower Shop Pop-Up at the Pearl. They’ll be making fresh, beautiful bouquets for that special mom in your life.

Hasselblad Ballet Book Launch

7 PM - 9 PM

The Little Carver Civic Center - 226 N. Hackberry St.

78209 Photographer, David Teran , is celebrating the launch of his Hasselblad Ballet book on May 15th. This book is the culmination of his work photographing professional ballerinas around the world. David will be signing books at the event!

Be sure to pre-order your copy at hasselbladballet.com/store

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HUNTOPIA at the San Antonio Botanical Garden 16

Zoo La-La!

7 PM - 10:30 PM San Antonio Zooo

Explore your inner wild thing at San Antonio Zoo for our largest one-night-adult-only fundraiser with more than 50 of the area’s premiere restaurants with headliner Color Me Badd! Zoo-La-La! A Taste of San Antonio, presented by Higginbotham, is on Thursday, May 16 from 7:00 – 10:30 p.m. and provides guests with an all-inclusive evening of delicious food samples, beer, wine, and entertainment; a VIP experience is also available with exclusive lounges, specialty cocktails, and early event entry. (21+)

Experience the world-premiere of Huntopia, the first-ever garden exhibition from famed artist, Hunt Slonem. Arriving at the San Antonio Botanical Garden in May 4, 2024, families and friends will step into a whimsical world filled with the iconic colorful bunnies, birds, and butterflies the artist has been painting for decades.

You Don’t Have to be a Good Person to be a Good Leader, But It Helps

By Angel L. Santiago

Prominent leadership scholar Gary Yukl defines leadership effectiveness as “the leader’s ability to effectively influence followers and other organizational stakeholders to reach the goals of the organization” (Yukl, 2005). This definition challenges the traditional assumption that good leaders must be good people. It argues that leadership effectiveness is not solely dependent on a leader’s moral character and that individuals with questionable ethics or personal flaws can still achieve success and inspire followers.

Effective leaders achieve desired outcomes, goals, and results. While being a good person is not a requirement for effective leadership, it can significantly enhance a leader’s impact, especially when it comes to maximizing the performance, engagement, and well-being of the team or organization.

Effective leadership involves a combination of skills, traits, and behaviors, such as:

1. Set clear direction and vision

2. Communicate effectively

3. Build and maintain high-performing teams

4. Make informed and timely decisions

5. Drive innovation and change

6. Foster a positive and inclusive culture

7. Develop and grow their team members

8. Achieve measurable results and goals

9. Adapt to changing circumstances

10. Demonstrate emotional intelligence and self-awareness

Leadership effectiveness is not just about getting results but also about how those results are achieved, ensuring a sustainable and positive impact on the

organization and its stakeholders. Yukl states that how a leader influences their employees matters, especially when you want them to go beyond standard performance expectations or standards (Yukl, 2008).

While someone with questionable moral character can still possess some of the qualities mentioned above, being a good person can contribute to a leader’s overall effectiveness and reputation.

Here are some reasons why being a good person can be beneficial for a leader:

1. Trust: People are more likely to trust and follow a leader who demonstrates integrity, compassion, and a strong moral compass.

2. Inspiration: A good leader inspires others through their actions and values, fostering a positive work culture.

3. Decision-making: A strong moral foundation can guide decision-making, ensuring choices align with ethical principles and values.

4. Authenticity: When a leader is genuinely committed to doing good, their authenticity shines through, strengthening relationships and credibility.

5. Legacy: Leaders who prioritize being good people often leave a lasting, positive impact on their organization and community, transcending their tenure.

There are two extremes. On one end, some leaders excel in achieving their objectives but lack integrity and ethical principles. These leaders may be successful in their endeavors, yet they fall short in terms of ethics, morals, and personal character.

This type of leader:

• Focuses on results at any cost

• Concerns themselves with exchanges and deals rather than relationships or ethics

• Lacks a moral compass or consideration for ethical implications

• Prioritizes achievements over principles or values

It’s important to understand that as a follower, you can still respect this type of leader for their abilities and how they can help you succeed, even if you don’t necessarily want to be like them personally. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that a leader’s effectiveness is not only measured by accomplishments but also by the ethical beliefs and standards that shape their decisions.

Alternatively, there are leaders who, though possessing good intentions and admirable qualities, struggle to make a significant impact in their role. These individuals, while embodying goodness and integrity, are hindered by their limitations when it comes to leading effectively.

This type of leader is:

• Kind and well-meaning but lacking in decisiveness or results

• Guided by principles but struggling with practical implementation

• Pleasant and well-liked but lacking in assertiveness or direction

• Driven by compassion but perhaps ineffective in achieving goals

Effective leadership involves a complex interplay of character, skills, and actions, and a leader can exhibit traits from multiple categories. The idea is to find the right balance.

Through my work, I aim to empower and guide leaders to nurture their growth and become virtuous leaders. This type of leader is someone who is both a good person and gets things done. A leader who consistently exhibits moral excellence, integrity, and good character. They possess qualities such

as honesty, kindness, compassion, humility, and courage, and act following these values, even when it is difficult or unpopular. A leader who strives to do what is right, just, and beneficial for others and is guided by a strong sense of ethics and morality. While also possessing the skills, knowledge, and ability to achieve desired outcomes and inspire others.

This type of leader:

• Leads by example

• Prioritizes and makes decisions that benefit the greater good

• Inspires trust

• Fosters a positive culture

• Strives to make a positive impact on their organization and community

Being a good person is not a requirement for being a good leader, but it’s important to know that caring about success more than caring about others can cause problems later on. Leaders who focus on being good people may not always succeed right away, but they earn trust, make people happy, and make a big impact.

As you strive for leadership excellence, don’t forget the importance of balancing success with moral character and recognize that true leadership greatness lies at the intersection of both.

Protecting Your South Texas Pets from Springtime Parasites

By Heather Smith and Emily Blythe, Terrell Heights Veterinary Hospital

With the arrival of spring and warmer temperatures in San Antonio, many pets and their owners are likely looking forward to outdoor exploration. But, in order to safely do so, pet owners need to be aware of certain risks their pets may face. Our companion animals are vulnerable to parasites such as fleas, ticks, and heartworms, which can affect your pet’s comfort and well-being. Still, by taking the proper preventative measures, you can protect your pets and go out to enjoy the sunshine worry-free.

While each parasite may initially seem to be a minor inconvenience, they can have more serious consequences. Every time we take our beloved pets outside, they risk contracting diseases from fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes, to name a few. Here in South Texas, we live in a hotbed for multiple tick-borne diseases like ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and occasionally Lyme disease. These diseases can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, lethargy, joint pain, and, in severe cases, organ damage.

Fleas are another common source of disease in this region. They not only cause itching and skin allergies but can transmit serious illnesses such as Typhus, mycoplasma haemofelis, and even the Plague. These diseases are transferred through flea bites or contact with flea feces, making prevention crucial. Many diseases carried by fleas are zoonotic, meaning they can be transmitted to people. Zoonotic diseases transmitted by fleas in South Texas can exhibit a range of symptoms in both pets and humans. Common signs include fever, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. In severe cases, individuals may experience headaches, muscle aches, and even skin lesions at the site of flea bites.

Pet owners should diligently use flea prevention products recommended by veterinarians, regularly inspect their pets for signs of fleas, and maintain a clean living environment to minimize the risk of infestation.

Furthermore, pets can contract diseases such as heartworms from mosquito vectors. Endemic heartworm disease refers to the prevalence of heartworm infections within a particular geographic region such as South Texas where there is a near year-round mosquito season coinciding with an increase in heartworm transmission and infection. Heartworm disease poses a serious threat to pets in this region as mosquitoes thrive in warm climates. This potentially fatal condition is caused by parasitic worms that infect the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of dogs, cats, and other mammals. Symptoms of heartworm disease may include coughing, fatigue, difficulty breathing, and weight loss. In advanced stages, pets may exhibit signs of heart failure. According to the American Heartworm Society, veterinary clinics in our region see more than 100 cases per year on average. This is a disease that is treatable if caught early but can be fatal if left untreated. Prevention is key, and early detection can significantly improve outcomes for pets.

Essential Steps for Your Pet’s Preventative Care

1. Regular Vet Visits: Here at Terrell Heights Veterinary Hospital, we recommend scheduling check-ups annually to evaluate overall health and determine the best parasite prevention for your pet. Heartworm tests should be administered once a year to make sure preventatives are working.

2. Consistent use of Preventative Products: Your pet’s veterinarian will recommend preventatives for fleas, ticks, and heartworms that come in various forms such as topical treatments (common for cats) and oral medications (often a tasty chewable for dogs) to be given throughout the year.

3. Environmental Management: Keeping living spaces (including pet bedding and carpets) as well as yards clean and well-maintained reduces the presence of fleas and ticks in your home and outdoor spaces.

In summary, as the weather warms in our area and parasite populations increase, we must remain vigilant against all potential risks our pets face on a day-today basis. The preventatives we give our beloved pets are equally as important as their yearly vaccinations in preventing disease. By adopting a comprehensive approach to parasite prevention, including regular vet visits, use of preventative products, and environmental management, we can safeguard our pets’ well-being throughout the season and beyond.

- CHURCH DIRECTORY -

ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH

6501 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-9539

Services: Sunday 11:00am

Wednesday 6:30pm Praise and Prayer

ALAMO HEIGHTS

CHRISTIAN CHURCH

6435 N. New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-5728 alamoheightscc.org

Services: Sunday: 10:50am

ALAMO HEIGHTS

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

6201 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-0271 alamoheightspres.com

Services:

Sunday 8:30am and 11am

ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

825 E. Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 826-3215

ahumc.org

Services:

Sunday 8:30am, 9:30am and 11am

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

510 Belknap Place San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 736-3132

cecsa.org

Services:

Wednesday 11:00am, 6:00pm Sunday 7:30am, 9am, 11:00am, 5:00pm

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

6720 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-3394 clcah.org

Services:

Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am

MOUNT CALVARY

LUTHERAN CHURCH

308 Mt. Calvary Drive

San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-8748

mtcsa.org

Services:

Sunday 8:30am and 11am

NORTHWOOD

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

518 Pike Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-7238

Services:

Sunday mornings at 11am

NORTHROCK CHURCH

ALAMO HEIGHTS

1540 Nacogdoches

San Antonio, TX 78209 northrocksa.com

Services:

Sunday mornings at 10am, 11:30am

PEARL STREET CHURCH

400 Pearl Parkway

San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 504-8897

Services: 9:00am, 10:30am,12pm, 1:30pm

ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA

CATHOLIC CHURCH

102 Lorenz Road

San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-1743

stanthonydepadua.org

Services:

Monday thru Friday 9am, Saturday 5pm

Sunday 7:00am, 8:30am (Spanish), 10:30am, 12:30pm

ST. DAVID’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND SCHOOL

1300 Wiltshire Ave.

San Antonio, TX 78209 saintdavids.net (210) 824-2481

Services: Sundays at 8am & 10:30am

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

11 Saint Luke’s Lane

San Antonio, Texas 78209 slecsa.org - (210) 828-6425

Services:

Sunday 8am, 9am, 11am and 6pm Wednesday Eucharist at 8am during the school year

ST. PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES CHURCH

111 Barilla Place

San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-3367 stpeterprinceoftheapostles.org

Services:

Saturday Mass 5:30pm Sunday 9am, 11am, and 5:30pm Tuesday and Thursday 7am Wednesday 5:30pm, Friday 8:00am

ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL

3303 Urban Crest Dr San Antonio TX 78209 (210) 824-0139

spxsa.church

Services:

Saturday - 4:30pm

Sunday - 8:00am, 10:15am, 12:00 pm, 1:30pm (Sp), 5:00pm Daily Masses: Monday - 6:30pm Tuesday-Friday - 8:15am

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH

319 E. Mulberry

San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 733-6201 trinitybaptist.org

Services: Mulberry Service 9am Bible Study 10:15am TriPoint Service 11:30am

UNITY CHURCH

8103 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 unityofsa.org (210) 824-7351

Services: Sunday 11am

Children’s Church 11am

If you are unable to make it to a service, check your church website and see if they are livestreaming so that you can worship from home.

BRUNCH!

Paloma Blanca

Make your reservation for Mother’s Day Brunch all day long!

5800 Broadway #300 www.palomablanca.net

Southerleigh Fine Food And Brewery Brunch Saturday & Sunday from 10 AM - 3 PM. 136 E Grayson St Suite 120 www.southerleigh.com

Julias Bistro & Bar Sunday Brunch from 11 AM - 3 PM. 1725 Blanco Rd www.juliasonblanco.com

PALOMA BLANCA

This month’s Best Bet is coming to you from Paloma Blanca! This cup of tortilla soup was so good, we regretted not getting a full bowl. Not to worry, it’s not going anywhere and we can go back for more the next time we are in need of a tortilla soup fix!

Police Blotter

Theft (shoplifting)

Employees observed a male subject leave the store with merchandise not paid for; subject apprehended by officers a short distance away and was taken into custody; merchandise recovered.

03/22/24

4800 blk. Broadway

Emergency Detention

Male subject threatening suicide by jumping off the dam was taken into custody; subject transported to a hospital for evaluation and treatment.

03/23/24

100 blk. Crescent

Wanted Person

Driver stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active arrest warrant issued by Sutton County for DWI.

04/01/24

300 blk. Montclair

Theft

A cell phone accidentally left in a public restroom was taken by an unknown person prior to the owner returning to get the phone.

04/02/24

4600 blk. Broadway

Vehicle Burglary

Unlocked vehicle parked in a driveway was unlawfully entered during overnight hours and property stolen.

04/05/24

200 blk. Redwood

Vehicle Burglary

Unlocked vehicle parked in a driveway was unlawfully entered during overnight hours and property stolen.

04/06/24

100 blk. Woodway

Vehicle Burglary

Unlocked vehicle parked in a driveway was unlawfully entered during overnight hours and property stolen.

04/06/24

300 blk. Lamont

Theft

Package stolen from front porch.

04/07/27

100 blk. E Edgewood

Wanted Person

Driver stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active arrest warrant issued by Texas Pardons and Parole.

04/07/24

100 blk. Austin Hwy.

AHPD CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

6116 Broadway

San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 Fax (210) 822-7111

Narcotics Violation

Officer detected a strong odor of burnt marijuana emitting from a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation; further investigation discovered a quantity of marijuana and paraphernalia; also fifty one pills in an unmarked container which were identified as methamphetamine and dextroamphetamine.

04/08/24

700 blk. Tuxedo

Theft (attempted)

Male subject asked to see a clipper/grooming set; when the employee brought the merchandise to the counter the subject grabbed it and fled the store; subject abandoned the merchandise when employees were chasing after him.

04/09/24

6300 blk. Broadway

Wanted Person

Passenger in a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active arrest warrant issued by the US Marshal’s Service for Illegal Entry; a second arrest warrant issued by Bexar County for Assault, Bodily InjuryMarried.

04/11/24

5300 blk. Broadway

Wanted Person

Driver stopped for a traffic violation was found to have an active arrest warrant issued by Nueces County for Failure to Appear. 04/12/24

100 blk. Wildrose

Narcotics Violation, 9-1-1 Abuse / Harassment

Driver previously stopped for a traffic violation contacted the communications office via 9-1-1 to complain about the traffic citation: the driver was given the non-emergency number but called back on 9-1-1 several more times using profane and harassing language; the subject was located and taken into custody; during a pre-impoundment inventory of his vehicle officers found fentanyl in the driver’s backpack. 04/12/24

St Luke’s Lane

Wanted Person

Officers investigating a reported suspicious person located subject in a dumpster; a routine check discovered the subject had an active arrest warrant issued by Bexar County for Possession of a Prohibited Weapon (zip-gun). 04/14/24

100 blk. Grandview

The newly built Alamo Heights Junior School.

courtesy of Alamo Heights High School class of 1971.

Photo

Sunday, May 19th

First Tee of Greater San Antonio, 915 E Mulberry Ave

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Polo homecoming Brackenridge Park

In honor of Brackenridge’s polo history, Brackenridge Park Conservancy is partnering with First Tee - Greater San Antonio and San Antonio Polo Club to host an exhibition polo match for the 125th celebration of the founding of the park. This day will be complete with special guests, memorabilia, a festive hat contest, and more.

From left to right: Mike Gutierrez and Dan Carney (Founder of Pizza Hut)

From left to right: Mrs. Steward Johnson, Mrs. Hugh Fitzsimons, Mrs. Cecil Smith, and Mrs. Rube Williams