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CONTENTS THE DOMINION MAGAZINE | THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DOMINION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
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Bob and Anna Elizondo are native San Antonians who have spent the great majority of their lives traveling the country and the world, but who, eventually, inexorably, made their way back to their hometown.
WELCOME 14
charity 50
“Hole in One Challenge” benefitting the Boys and Girls Club
THE CLUB
CALENDAR 16 CLUB HAPPENINGS 18
HOA EVENTS 26
student profile 52
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The Dominion Dolphins Swim Team
board of directors 56
club highlights 28
Lyn Hicks
good reads 58
staff profile 30
The Marriage of Opposites
This issue we meet Greg Lugo, Dominion Country Club Cabana Manager
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South Texas Blood and Tissue
club dining 36
home tour 60
The House that UPS Built
pet of the month 68 Patience is Key
Cabana specials
travel 70
golf 46 tennis 48
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Crossing the Pond
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the Dominion Magazine Dear Reader,
Our proximity to La Cantera and The Rim, along with The Dominion Country Club, continue to enhance our living and life style here at The Dominion. The Dominion Country Club, along with The DHOA, sponsored another spectacular fire works display on the 4th of July. It was a warm and special time for all, as families and groups, celebrated and shared the great heritage of our country. Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” was a big hit as those at the Country Club joined in the singing of what now has to be an anthem. In 2016, our Neighborhood Outreach Committee, will again sponsor events and programs designed for families, children and pets. These events and programs include the upcoming Back to School Party on August 26th, the popular and trendy Food Truck Night on September 17th, and, don’t forget, the two amazing Halloween events to be held in October. The Dominion Animal Advocates Group (DAAG) continue their endeavor to find foster homes for animals found in The Dominion as well as plan events allowing pet owners to socialize their pets at community sponsored activities. All of these events and programs enhance the lives of those in The Dominion, in particular children and young adults. We want to create an experience and memories for our children and young people that extend beyond our boundaries. As the City of San Antonio continues its growth towards Boerne, we remain vigilant in maintaining and improving upon a living and life style experience that adds to and complements the family experience. Enjoy summer with your family and stay cool.
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COMPLIMENTARY Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Join us at the pool for this FUN way to meet your fellowMembers! The ice cream, sprinkles, whipped cream, and yummy toppings are COMPLIMENTARY! Bring friends and showcase your Club’s hospitality! This fun social is for EVERYONE - you don’t have to be a kid to enjoy ice cream!
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birthday happy hour 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Celebrate our Birthday Babies with complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Happy Hour priced cocktails & a cake large enough to share!
The Dominion women’s forum Now is the time to join The Dominion Women’s Forum for Fun and Friendship. You may pick up Membership forms at the Club’s reception desk or contact Diane Fitzgerald @ 210-962-5458 or Diane.Fitzgerald@kcc.com with any membership questions. Better yet, bring your form and dues to our “Aloha, Happy Hour” Thursday, August 25, 4:30-7:00 p.m., in the Piano Lounge to welcome New and Returning Members. We want you! This is our Club! Let’s make it a great year!
UPCOMING EVENTS Aloha Happy Hour Thursday, August 25, 4:30-7:00 p.m., Piano Lounge Picnic with Friends Luncheon, Friday September 2 Julian Gold Style Show Luncheon, Friday October 7
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Every Wednesday
Every Thursday
Every Friday
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The Dominion Rotary Club 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This international service group meets at The Dominion every Tuesday.
Fiesta Dining...at Casa De Dominion! 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. Join us every 1st, 2nd & 3rd Wednesday of each month for a Fabulous Fiesta Buffet! $16.95 per person! Please RSVP to 210-698-3364 or kelly@the-dominion.com
Thursday Night 105 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Open to all levels, limit 10. Email Coach Dave dknaszak@the-dominion. com or call the tennis shop to sign up 210-698-2288
Friday Night Happy Hour 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Kick off the weekend with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and happy hour priced cocktails with your fellow Dominion Members and Guests!
Tennis- Saturday Morning Workout 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. All levels, men & women. Guaranteed to hit a thousand balls. Loud music and lots of fun!
Burger Night in the Grille & cabana 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Delicious, cooked to order and just $5! Treat the family, invite friends! RSVP to 210-698-3364 Tuesday Night 105 7:00 p.m. -8:30 p.m. Open to all levels, limit 10. Email Coach Dave dknaszak@the-dominion. com or call the tennis shop to sign up 210-698-2288
Prime Rib Night in the Grille 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Delicious and bountiful includes baked potato, hearth rolls, and a crisp garden salad. $23.95 per person RSVP to 210-698-3364 dive-in movie Starting at Dusk at the pool
Every sunday Tennis- SUNDAY Workout 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Open to all levels. Contact Coach Dan at dan@the-dominion.com family night dining Until 8:00 p.m. Comfort food and free for kids 12 and under.
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DOMINION CountryClub Happenings 4 t h o f j u ly Red, white and YOU! Thank you for spending another fun 4th of July at the Club! Ponies, carnival rides, bounce houses, skydivers, a rockin’ DJ, fabulous food, and of course those jaw-dropping fireworks...awesome family memories were made at this event!
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P A R TY O N TH E P A T I O Members and guests socialize and enjoy this outdoors Happy Hour with music, food, and refreshing specialty drinks.
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UPCOMING HOA EVENTS landscape committee meeting Thursday, August 4 at 8:00 a.m.
neighborhood outreach Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 9 at 8:30 a.m.
security committee meeting Tuesday, August 16 at 9:00 a.m.
development committee meeting Wednesday, August 17 at 7:30 a.m.
Finance Committee Meeting Thursday, August 18 at 1:00 p.m.
board of directors Meeting Wednesday, August 24 at 4:00 p.m.
Architectural Control Committee Meetings Thursday, August 4, 11, 18, 25 at 4:30 p.m.
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FALL 2016 SOCIAL EVENTS CALENDAR Please mark your calendars now and plan to attend any one or all of these wonderful neighborhood events. Each one is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy more time with the neighbors you love and a perfect chance to welcome and get to know those new to our beloved community! (More details about each gathering to follow in subsequent publications.)
Back to School Party
National Night Out
Duxbury Park Friday, August 26 at 5:30 p.m. Potluck munchies, DJ, Bahama Buck’s cool treats, and game truck.
Neighborhood parties Tuesday, October 4 starts at 5:00 p.m.
Labor Day ‘Close the Pool’ Party Dominion Country Club Monday, September 5 starts at 12:00 p.m. RSVP to 210-698-3364, charges apply. All Dominion Residents invited!
Food Truck night Duxbury Park Saturday, September 17 starts at 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Bigger and Better than the first! More food trucks, more tables, more great live music! You won’t want to miss this Food Truck Night!
Doggie Halloween Costume Party Duxbury Park Saturday, October 29, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Trunk or Treat Halloween Party Duxbury Park Saturday, October 29, starts at 5:30 p.m. Potluck dinner
Bonfire The Pecan Grove Sunday, November 20, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Turkey Chase 5k/10k Walk/Run Starts from HOA Parking Lot Thursday, November 24, starts at 8:00 a.m.
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c lu b hi g hli g hts BY stephen phillips, dominion country club general manager
I’m very pleased to report that in the 38 days since we announced our pre-construction drive to build our membership roster back to 500 golf members, we have already added 50+ new Golf Members! That’s more than one new Golf Member each day, and the momentum is just now starting to truly build! Therefore, if you have someone that you would like to refer to the Club, now is the time, as we want your friends and neighbors to be able to take advantage of our offer to join The Dominion Country Club as a golf member and have their initiation fee waived! Again, in the interest of strengthening our Club by having a membership roster with 500 golf members and a true ‘Waiting List to Belong’, your referrals can have their initiation fee waived upon signing a two-year Loyalty Agreement. Simply contact Kelly, Raquel, or Jennifer at membership@thedominion.com, or by phone at 210-698-4820 with the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of your referrals, and we’ll take it from there! Don’t forget to join us for our expanded Sunday dining hours with ‘Family Nights’, hosted every Sunday until 8:00 p.m., featuring a different home-style special each week. In addition, kids now eat free on Sunday evenings! That’s right! Your children, 12 and under, can order anything from our new ‘Kids’ Menu’ or enjoy that evening’s home-style special for free! To complement our full calendar of dining, social, and golf events, this Spring we began offering 20 Free Golf Clinics & Lessons each month. These clinics have been extremely wellreceived, and they are the perfect opportunity to be introduced to the game of golf in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Here at The Dominion, we are committed to making golf fun! Again, these are extremely exciting times here at The Dominion Country Club, and your support of our Club is greatly appreciated. I want to thank each of you who have sponsored a new member, and all of you for your help in making The Dominion, your Club, and a place you are proud to call home. 28
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The renovation started July 26th, and the design boards are located just outside the Grille and Pro Shop.
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Staff Profile
GREG LUGO
TITLE: Dominion Country Club Cabana Manager Hometown: San Antonio, Texas EDUCATION: Three years studying Electrical Engineering at UTSA; Four years in the United States Coast Guard as an Electronics Technician, Boarding Time Member, and Rescue Swimmer. How long have you been with The Dominion Country Club? I’ve been working here for about 10 months now. What led you to your position with The Dominion Country Club? I love golf and I grew up in the restaurant business. What do you enjoy doing in your free time, away from the Club? I love playing golf the majority of the time and hanging out with family and friends. I also enjoy building things and remodeling old projects. What has been your most enjoyable experience during your time here? Serving so many wonderful people and meeting so many wonderful people, but most of all me being a huge Spurs Fanatic and serving Bruce Bowen and just having a simple conversation.
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Charity Spotlight Cindy Schneider, Helen Coronado and Sherry McNeil
“A Night in Old Hollywood - Dancing Cheek to Cheek” by Sherry McNeil, DOMINION RESIDENT The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation’s annual Red and White Ball will be at the Rivercenter Marriott on October 15 at 6:30 p.m. The theme for 2016 is “A Night in Old Hollywood – Dancing Cheek to Cheek,” and this year’s ball co-chairs are Cindy and David Schneider, and Kyra & Carl Bush. My husband, Laird and I, along with fellow Dominion residents and/ or Dominion Country Club Members Helen Coronado, Pam Burdick, Lori and Mark Wright, Lora Watts, and Theresa Hines are serving as committee chairmen and committee members. We are delighted to announce Margie and Sam O’Krent as the recipient of the 2016 Chairman’s Award. The entertainment will be provided by the internationally renowned Pink Flamingos. The Red and White Ball will be an evening to remember, in an elegant atmosphere with dinner, music and dancing. There will be a very short informative program, along with a raffle of outstanding prizes. The Foundation’s mission is to serve as an advocate to increase community awareness and develop financial and other resources in support exclusively of BioBridge Global and its subsidiaries, South Texas Blood and Tissue Center, Qualtex Laboratories, and Gencure. This year’s proceeds will benefit the following: 34
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Donor Commitment and Education: This initiative is designed to increase bone marrow donor availability in Central and South Texas. Nationally, 50 percent of registered donors will follow through when contacted as a possible match for a patient. Sadly, less than 40 percent of donors in our local community will commit to a donation, often leading to tragic results. From the first cheek swab at registration to the donation bed, we are committed to helping donors fully understand the importance of what they have committed to and how they can save a life. We look forward to sharing some incredible and heartwarming stories about patients whose lives have been saved because of a generous and informed donor. Advanced Apheresis Therapy: The Cellular Therapy Center will be required to upgrade its four apheresis collection instruments to a newer technology called the Spectra Optia Apheresis System. The process of apheresis involves the removal of whole blood from the patient or donor and then separating out components of whole blood, such as peripheral stem cells. This is an essential procedure in treating children and adults with cancer. Visit bloodntissuefoundation.org to find more information for sponsorships and purchase tickets.
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ooking for a fun place to relax for the rest of the summer with the family? I encourage you to come on out to the Cabana, Tuesdays thru Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to Dusk. Enjoy some fun in the sun while the kids (and adults) play on our brand new floating obstacle course! While sitting poolside, make sure to enjoy some of our signature cocktails like the Skinny Dip, High Dive Cosmo, Ruby Paloma, Deep Eddy Peach Bellini, and even a golfer’s summertime favorite, the Deep Daily (a play on an Arnold Palmer). Last but not least you cannot forget about our signature Margarita (Herradura Tequila, Grand Marnier, Cointreau, Margarita Mix and a splash of Orange Juice), shaken well, and served with love. After playing in the pool and working up an appetite, visit our Cabana grill and order any of our delicious hot or cold menu items. You can even call in an order at the Par 3 #8, before you make the turn, and our cabana servers will deliver your food right to your golf cart once you pull up, a.k.a. our cart side service. If you haven’t heard yet about our Tuesday $5 Burger Night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., it’s “off the chain!” Head Cook Vince Rios makes every single plate as if he’s cooking for the President of the United States of America. “I love to cook and try to give complete focus, care, and attention to every item I prepare.” If you haven’t tried one yet, you are definitely missing out. If you have then you definitely know what we are raving about, and hopefully you are spreading the word throughout the neighborhood. Make sure you show up early because pool side seating goes fast! Last but not least, don’t forget about our DIVE-IN MOVIES every Friday night until Labor Day. Relax, eat, drink, and even swim in the pool, while you watch the latest and greatest movies. We are also looking forward to seeing you all for our next Ice Cream Social on Wednesday August 10th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come and enjoy delicious ice cream, many yummy toppings, and a balloon artist! As Cabana Manager, I love taking care of people, and brightening their day in whichever way possible. I try to give the same, best service possible to each and every guest because that is how I want to be treated when I go out. Lots of good times all summer long so come out and have fun with our amazing and hospitable team of servers and cooks.
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by Brian Kenneth Swain, dominion resident photography by ben weber
There are things in life that are simply meant to be. Call it kismet, karma, or destiny. But when you meet the love of your life in first grade, that’s a pretty good sign that your life is going according to a plan you’d be ill advised to argue with. So when Anna noticed Bob tugging on her pigtails in the early days of elementary school at Sacred Heart School in Prospect Hill, she might have had an inkling that something was up, but she couldn’t have imagined that all these years later, the pair would be living in their dream home in The Dominion and getting ready to celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary.
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Bob and Anna Elizondo are native San Antonians who have spent the great majority of their lives traveling the country and the world, but who, eventually, inexorably, made their way back to their hometown. And while the ultimate destination may have been predictable, the journey that brought them here was anything but. So back to that first grade classroom, overseen by nuns, and attended by a couple of mischievous kids who had no idea what life had in store. Anna is the second oldest of five siblings— four sisters and one brother (who grew up to be San Antonio’s own Father David Garcia— more on him in a bit). Bob is one of four children—three boys, one girl—and is second
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oldest as well (the karma theme will come up repeatedly in this story). Yes, they met in their first-grade classroom at Sacred Heart. And yes, Bob at one point got tossed out of class for pulling on Anna’s hair. But they were fast friends through all those early elementary school years. Right up until fifth grade when Anna’s family relocated to the north side of San Antonio and she began attending St. Paul’s, her parting gesture to her friend Bob: writing her new phone number on the class blackboard. And that could have easily been the end of it all, except for that kismet thing. Eighth grade came around and Bob’s family moved—to the north side of town too. And, yes, he ended up at St. Paul’s. Soon they had
both graduated from eighth grade, and fate had in store another separation, albeit a brief one. Bob decided to have a go at public school and began attending Longfellow Junior High, while Anna went away to Providence High School. But then, two more changes of heart saw Bob spend a year at St. Anthony’s Seminary school and then another transfer to Central Catholic High, where he began playing football and was promptly shocked to discover that one of the members of the Providence cheerleading squad was none other than Anna. Two years later and still good friends, Bob and Anna graduated—he from Central Catholic, she from Providence.
Bob then decided to attend St. Mary’s University where he joined a nascent Industrial Engineering program comprising just five students, while Anna chose a program in education at San Antonio College. Then, in one final, futile, attempt to cheat fate, Anna opted to transfer to Texas State in San Marcos, only to return to UIW a year later. The rest, as they say, is history. The two were engaged during senior year of college and married on July 30, 1966, shortly after graduation—Anna with a degree in Elementary Education, Bob with one in Industrial Engineering (a degree program that required a thesis, typed in full by Anna). While at St. Mary’s, Bob had participated in the ROTC program. And so, upon graduation, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Army and promptly sent off with his new bride to Ft. Sill, Oklahoma where he began training in field artillery. Their first son was born shortly thereafter and by December of that year, Bob, like so many military members at that time, received orders to deploy to Vietnam. Bob says, “one of the hardest things I have ever had to do in my life was to leave Anna and our six-month old son Chuck, not knowing whether I would ever see them again.” He spent a year in Southeast Asia as a platoon leader of an automatic weapon self-propelled unit and returned at the conclusion of his one-year tour to resume his life with their new son and with Anna, who had unfailingly written letters to him daily throughout his deployment. Bob’s first civilian job was with Boeing in New Orleans, where the couple had spent their honeymoon and where they had first learned about hurricanes (both kinds). Bob had, in fact, done a brief stint with the company prior to his Army service, but was put on military leave when he informed them that he was obliged to serve a two-year term of active duty. This turned out to be a fortuitous move, because while Boeing was actively laying off workers upon his return from Vietnam, Bob’s prior status as a leave of absence employee ensured that he would be offered a position now that he was leaving the Army. He and Anna subsequently spent fourteen months in New Orleans, but with the drawdown of the military and the conclusion of the Apollo program, it was abundantly clear that the writing was on the wall and Bob began interviewing for a more steady position elsewhere. The end result of that search was a position as an Industrial Engineer with United Parcel Service (UPS). As luck would have it, IE was the only engineering discipline the company was hiring for at the moment Bob needed it most. By the time he received and accepted their offer (May, 1970), Anna was close to delivering the couple’s second son, Mike, an event for which they returned home briefly. Six days after the delivery (on Cinco de Mayo) Bob was in Orlando starting his new role with UPS. Two weeks later, he returned to San Antonio to bring Anna and their new son back to their new home. It was the first of numerous transfers and promotions that would characterize his thirty-one-year tenure with the company. A third son, Steve, and one more transfer later, and the Elizondos were now in Jacksonville, followed shortly thereafter by transfers to Atlanta and Dallas. These were all roughly twoyear stints, until, that is, the family got their first exposure to the northeast by relocating to New Jersey. It was the family’s first experience with snow and the much more onerous cost of living to which northeasterners have long ago become T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m
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accustomed. Bob’s only regret about their time in New Jersey (which was relatively long by UPS standards at five years) was that when Anna flew in to look at houses, she had to travel through Newark, a city that throughout the seventies was in a state of urban blight. They were, with this move, the farthest they’d ever been from their families, which, while difficult, meant the young family was more closely knit than ever. By this point in his career, Bob had transitioned from engineering into the operational side of the UPS business, a move that precipitated the family’s next relocation to Sacramento, California. There the family discovered that, yes indeed, there did exist
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areas of the country even more expensive to live in than the northeast. As things transpired, eight years in California would be the longest sojourn of all for the family, so long that all three of their sons graduated from Jesuit High School and began attending California universities—two at UC San Diego, one at UCLA. Now, with eight years of California behind them and three sons attending California colleges, the couple were transferred once more, this time to the only place in the country that could rival California or New Jersey for cost of living—Connecticut, a place so absurdly expensive that the company was having its own difficulties functioning there,
so much so that they eventually decided to relocate UPS headquarters to Atlanta. In addition to the expense, the move was also a difficult one because it was the first time the couple had moved without their sons. Needless to say, though, by this point, it wasn’t long before Anna and Bob were back in Atlanta as well (with Bob now having transitioned once again, this time into the strategic planning area of the company), if only for a short while before beginning what would become the final stop in his thirty-oneyear career—Miami, Florida, as President of the firm’s Latin American operations. While Bob was being shuttled about the country, Anna, following the birth of their
three sons, was putting her education degree to good use by teaching elementary school, sometimes full-time, sometimes substituting, but always in love with the classroom and always sharing her skills and her love of education with her students. Bob retired from UPS in January of 2001 and the couple came home to San Antonio to begin the next phase of their lives. During the family’s entire thirty-one-year road trip, the couple had never lost touch with their friends and family here in Texas, and they enthusiastically rejuvenated these relationships from the moment they arrived. They became involved with supporting their various educational alma maters in town—St. Mary’s University, Central Catholic High, Providence High, and others. Bob served on the board of St. Mary’s for sixteen years and as chair for four. He also served on the Central Catholic board for six years and as chair for one. Anna and Bob are grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community, with a particular focus on education, as it is their own educational opportunities that they credit for their many opportunities in life— that and two sets of no-nonsense parents who were dedicated to their children’s success and happiness. In particular, Anna and Bob
are proud of having established the Michael David Elizondo Library Resource Center at Central Catholic High in memory of their son Michael, who passed away in April, 2012. Both Bob and Anna remain close with their various alumni and fraternity groups, including golf outings every month, annual fishing trips, and the like. They have lived in The Dominion since shortly after their return to the area. They considered various areas before deciding where to settle down, but ultimately the opportunity to be near their parents and families won the day and they returned to San Antonio. They fondly recall having driven through the Dominion area and fallen in love with it immediately. They bought a lot shortly after returning and built their current home in 2002. And while the north gate is the shorter route to their home, they more often than not will take the long way in through the main gate, simply for the pleasure of enjoying the drive through the neighborhood. The couple has made countless friends here in The Dominion. They find the residents very down to earth, friendly, and hard working, and the location extremely handy for shopping and entertainment. Bob served for three years on the HOA and an additional few on the Board
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of Governors and both are active country club members, with Bob getting out onto the golf course multiple times each week. Anna is a member of The Dominion Women’s Forum and volunteers at The Assistance League of San Antonio where she works at the Thrift House each month. She also provides philanthropic support to Operation School Bell (OSB), where she helps dress school children and serves on the scholarship committee. When probed about their early motivations in life and how they have gotten to this point, both Anna and Bob point to the influence of their parents, who were stern but encouraging, and to the influence of the Catholic church in which they grew up, an upbringing that included the Benedictine nuns of Sacred Heart Elementary School, an order they still support in Boerne. The family has always been close to the Church and Anna’s brother is Father David Garcia, a well-known priest who serves with the Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio, as Director of The Old Spanish Missions, and who celebrated forty years in the priesthood in March of 2015. Asked about extracurricular activities and the inescapable bucket list, they point to travels both past and present, perhaps a counterintuitive response, given all the moving about the country that the 44
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couple did during Bob’s career. Their sons and families remain in California and they visit several times each year. They’ve done numerous cruises, visited Kona, Hawaii, and parasailed in Puerto Vallarta (on a trip they won by popping a balloon). Bob fondly recalls his final year with UPS, during which he had the opportunity to take a farewell tour of all the Latin American countries in his management portfolio. And other bucket list items? Getting to attend their grandsons’ weddings, seeing America’s national parks, and continuing to take part in cruises to various parts of the world. So how do you sum up a story that begins in first grade and continues even now, all these years later? That kismet thing from the opening doesn’t really do it justice, because this sort of life is about more than simple chance, or even destiny. There’s struggle, and aspiration, and work—plenty of work. But yeah, maybe just a little dose of good luck too. Two young children separated from one another on multiple occasions, only to keep ending up back together through no particular design of their own. And those are really the best lives of all—healthy doses of hard work and good fortune, blended together to create one truly unique couple.
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dominion golf save the dates Junior Club Championship August 14
Course Maintenance (1/2” Aerification) August 22
Men’s Club Championship September 16-18
by Kyle O’Brien, pga director of golf at the dominion country club What excitement we are experiencing here at The Dominion! With a very successful membership drive and many new faces around the Club come more activities for our members. In addition to our extremely popular complimentary classes, our Golf Professional Staff is excited to be adding a variety of other activities, as well to make sure the whole family is active and engaged with golf here at the Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon!
Senior Club Championship October 1-2
Ladies’ Club Championship October 5-6
party on the putting green On a beautiful Friday evening in June, Country music singer Drew Womack entertained Club Members and Residents as they enjoyed complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Happy Hour priced cocktails and the best view in San Antonio!
summer golf lessons We’ll keep the kiddos busy! For a fun and safe summer break, send the kiddos to their Club! They’ll meet great kids and learn life-long sporting skills in a safe, positive atmosphere! Whether it is summer camp or the clinics and lessons, young Dominion Members are in great hands! 46
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dominion tennis By Barry Mills, Dominion Tennis Director
A Great 4th of July on the Courts!
Todd Lipscomb, Chris Sharp, and Fred Dufault watch Jack and Ali Sharp win bragging rights! Carol Holmes, Katie Lenss, Lisa Kingdon, Ann Sharp, and Ken Kingdon battle for bragging rights. Alex Lopez, Mike Holmes and Luke Cantu playing 3,2,1 with our flag flying proudly.
Tracey Dufault and Anne Sheehan, Luke Cantu, Mike Holmes, and Alex Lopez end the day’s tennis with some 105.
Katie Lenss and Ken Kingdom battle Alexis Lopez and Kellee Lipscomb, with some serious encouragement from Dominion Pro Rajah Greer.
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mighty muscles Looks like these Mighty Muscles’ campers have enjoyed some fun and adventurous times here at The Dominion Country Club this summer! Each camper has worked on important motor-skills through a wide variety of fun, active stations. They’ve even been
privy to several special events such as a visit from the Reptile Man and the Tumblebus! We hope our campers have made many happy memories from their time with us and look forward to another wonderful summer season next year!
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Charity Spotlight
Benefitting the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio and Monterrey, Mexico Thursday, September 15 at The Dominion Country Club
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n September, there will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a day of golf at the beautiful Dominion Country Club, have a very fun day, compete for great prizes, savor fabulous food and beverages, and at the same time, be supporting the wonderful mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio and Monterrey, Mexico. A new member of The Dominion Country Club, Paul Brunet, is sponsoring this exciting event. The first day will be the “Hole in One Challenge” by BCM, the Business Club Magazine and BCM Woman Magazine. The “Hole in One Challenge” will take place during the day on Thursday, September 15 at The Dominion Country Club. The following evening there will be a Cocktail Gala and Fashion Show at the La Cantera Resort and Spa. Part of the proceeds from the “Hole in One Challenge” and 100% of the proceeds from the Cocktail Gala and Fashion Show will benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio and Monterrey, Mexico. What special charities these are! The Boys and Girls Club of San Antonio was established in 1939. Its mission is to enhance the educational, social, and moral development of San Antonio youth (ages 6-18), especially the disadvantaged youth, and provide them with a fun, safe place full of age appropriate activities and opportunities. Today, the San Antonio area organization serves more than 8800 members annually, and operates five branch locations and two project units in San Antonio. The clubs provide professionally designed youth development programs with the help of a professional staff, thriving facilities, dynamic volunteers, and strong links to the community. The Boys and Girls Club of Monterrey, established in 2013, has a similar mission. The “Hole in One Challenge” sounds very exciting! There will be a chance to make a hole in one on each of the 18 holes of the course (all shots will be between 160 and 170 yards). On each hole, the player has one chance to win a $40,000 check to buy a new car. There are 180 additional prizes, ten prizes for each hole, to be awarded for being closest to the hole. With an amazing and impressive roster of sponsors, these should be terrific prizes! On the club terrace there will also be a Food and Wine Tasting from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., with three of the most recognized chefs from Mexico preparing upscale contemporary food with a Mexican flair. You can also enjoy trying out an impressive group of wines, tequila, and mescal. The cost of this adventure is $300 before September 1 and $350 after the 1st. Included in the price is the donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs, the opportunity to vie for prizes on 18 holes, the Food and Wine Tasting, and two VIP tickets to the Cocktail Gala and Fashion Show at the La Cantera Resort and Spa the following evening. If you would prefer to just delight in tasting the food and wine, you can do so with a $100 ticket. The event is open to all women and men of any skill level. 50
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Student Profile
Lauren Abell, Raelee Ashton, Ellie Augustine, CC Augustine, Alec Barrera, Gabrielle Beck, Alexandra Beck, Brenton Beck, Lauren Birnbaum, Dax Brown, Derek Brown, Maria Cochran, Sophia Cochran, Anna Cucinotta, Frankie Cucinotta, Kayla Cuellar, Audrey Davis, Iliana Dentchev, Alexander Dentchev, Alexa Elizondo, Ford Elizondo, Gage Elizondo, Brendan Fessler, Brooks Fessler, Brasen Fessler, Megan Fessler, Mackenzie Fessler, Miley Fessler, Carys Garcia, Brittany Girling, Robert Girling, Grace Goldhammer, Jack Goldhammer, Jonah Greene, Barret Greene, Austin Greene, Camryn Greene, Lily Hahlen, Zachary Hajek, Gabriella Hammeren, Hadley Harris, McKenna Harris, Jait Hernandez, Luke Horton, Sam Horton, Hannah Jackson, Annie Jennings, Becca Jennings,Urban Jones, Micah Ketterling, Victoria Ketterling, Madeline Kruck, William Leonard, Andrew Leonard, Tess Liebler, Max Lloyd, Megan Lloyd, Emily Lopez, Jackson Lopez, Ian Mac Kinnon, Alex Manso, Claire McMyler, Santos Mencio, Madeline Mencio, Max Mencio, Josef Michniadowicz, Marissa Miers, Mary Kate Mitchell, Jackson Mitchell, Sami Mulligan, Avery Myrick, Emerson Myrick, Vincent Namvar, Sophia Namvar, Leighton Pape, Levi Pape, Olivia Parker, Emma Perez, Emily Pronk, Ray Reynolds, Hannah Reynolds, Eric Ritchie, Ava Rodriguez, Olivia Sanchez, Abigail Schmid, Olivia Schmid, Katharine Stasik, Nicholas Stasik, Talon Thompson, Hildie Villagomez, Hannah Yost, Hailey Yost
What coaching philosophies or ideologies do you adhere to when working with your team? Looking back on my summer swim team experience, all I can remember is having a BLAST, so my major philosophy is just if the kids are having fun then that’s all that matters. Yes, there are ribbons and winning swim meets, but my main goal is that they are enjoying themselves, making memories, and learning how to swim the strokes while going fast in the process. We focus a lot on technique and learning how to swim the strokes properly even at the young ages.
What are some other points you’d like to mention that have occurred since you began as the Dominion Dolphin’s head coach? Coming in, I really didn’t know what to expect being that this is my first year as head coach but I absolutely love it. Being able to not only coach these kids but create relationships with them and help instill a love of this sport into them is extremely rewarding. I enjoy being able to pass along my knowledge of swimming and see how they react to it and take ownership of what they learn!
What are the expectations for the team during swim season, including the required practices and the number of meets the team competes in during the season? We have six practices a week and the kids are required to come to as many as they can, put in effort, listen and apply themselves at the practices. This season we had four dual meets and one championship meet. Does the team engage in any special team-building activities outside of practices and meets? What we do to build team camaraderie is by making sure we do team cheers after every practice inside and outside of the water. We like to incorporate swimming games to help build on their competitiveness alongside making sure that they are cheering and encouraging one another as teammates. 52
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lyn hicks POSITION AND DUTIES ON THE BOARD: Presently serving as Board Liaison to the Architectural Control Committee and ACC liaison on the Development Committee. Professional Background: I spent ten years teaching in public school, twenty years at TMI (Academic Dean, Head of Middle School and Principal, Grades Six through Twelve), fifteen years at UTSA as an Adjunct Professor, COHED. Currently, retired four years! Most Enjoyable Part of Being a Board Member: I’m naturally “nosey”, and I enjoy being on the “inside”. I get a totally different perspective on the operations of The Dominion than I did as a resident observer. We have an outstanding staff and General Manager, and they work hard at their jobs! Put that together with the brightest and best committee members who give their time and energy to help; that is what makes The Dominion the premier neighborhood that it is.
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What Do You Most Enjoy About Living in The Dominion? I have loved living here since the first time I set foot on the property in 1975. When my Dad retired, he moved to San Antonio and quickly found a place to fish. One of his favorite “fishin’ holes” was a tank located on a ranch just off the newly completed I10W. We went there many times, partly to fish and partly to enjoy the tranquility of the country. The ranch sold in the 1980s and the tank was filled in to accommodate a golf course and a country club called The Dominion! I had no idea then that I would be a resident there in just a few years. My husband, Larry, and I moved into The Dominion in May of 1987. I still get that same feeling of peacefulness when I enter the gates. The best thing about living in the Dominion is coming home.
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by Marlene Neslund, Dominion Resident
The Marriage of Opposites, by Alice Hoffman, takes place in the 1800s. The Dutch-held island of St. Thomas is the back drop of the first half of the story. The setting then moves to Paris. Hoffman once again exhibits her smooth mastery of putting words together as poetic prose. One of the main characters, Rachel, tells us early in the book that, “As I turned the pages, I felt as if there were bees on my fingertips, for I never felt so alive as when reading.” Hoffman also embraces vivid colors and lush, scent-infused flowers in this historical novel. Rachel Pizzarro is the mother of Camille (Jacobo) Pissarro, an early leader of impressionism in France. His story, based on fact, dominates the second half of the book. Hoffman’s affinity for the otherworld, one of mysticism and superstition, abounds. Ghosts walking in the trees shake leaves on Rachel’s hair as she leaves the cemetery. Birds are abundant throughout the book: a pelican embodies Adelle’s spirit, as a nightingale does Elise’s; three crows are a bad omen contrasting with parrots which represent good luck. A mystical turtle-girl steals the last scene of the book. Occasionally the supernatural element becomes a bit heavy. In the end, Rachel tells us, “There was so much rain the green seed of bitterness I’d always carried inside of me bloomed into a flower. It was some terrible and monstrous plant…a white flower with pale green edges. I thought it was a moonflower, a parting gift from the original people on our island.” Also, the switching of narratives may not enhance the story for some readers. Chapters one through four has Rachel telling her story. Chapter five is told in the third person where the reader witnesses the arrival of true love Frederic from France. Chapter six brings us back to Rachel’s thoughts and words. Jacobo (Camille), her youngest son, takes over the narrative in chapter seven. His story dominates the remainder of the book until the end, where Hoffman places all her characters in France. Rachel is then given the honor of closing the book, in Chapter Eleven, in her own voice. This story spans three generations and moves at a good pace despite some rehashing. More than a few times the reader hears that Mr. Enrique carried Rachel’s father, Moses, in a basket to the harbor and saved his life; that Rosalie early on held the belief that babies die from too much love; that Lydia’s son Leo was named for August’s 58
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constellation of the Lion in the sky; and that Rachel and Frederic stand in the heavy rain and shout to the rabbi for approval of their marriage. The Marriage of Opposites renders an engaging saga of forbidden love, tragic secrets, class taboos, and heartbreaking betrayals. Alice Hoffman paints a picture of a broken world, laden with bitterness and yearning for a healing of forgiveness and love. She shows us the destructive power of bitterness and deep seated anger. She warns that “what goes around comes around.” Oh, so true.
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After almost 40 years, three boys, and 14 moves later, Bob Elizondo retired from an illustrious career with the United Parcel Service. When he and Anna were deciding where to finally settle down, they both decided to come back home to where their love story began…San Antonio. Upon finding their hillside, “country” lot, working quite closely with a highly-regarded architect and wellknown local builder, they have called The Dominion home for the past 13 years. Their beautiful multi-story abode is full of loved and cherished memories from decades of all that Bob and Anna have been blessed with…from her antiques collection that began in 1976 to his memorabilia and gifts awarded him during his tenure with UPS to the many framed images of their beloved family members. A deep-seated belief is that they have been very blessed with so much throughout their 50 year marriage and feel very fortunate for all the opportunities that Bob’s time with UPS had afforded them. We felt quite fortunate ourselves when they welcomed us into their, as Bob says, “home that UPS built.”
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DINING / LIVING Extensive stonework, arches, a pass-through fireplace between the living and dining rooms, accented with many antiques throughout and a beautiful art collection of The Last Supper, greet you as you enter into the main-level of their home.
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HALLWAY The beautiful hardwoods and wooden beams are a complementary reflection of Bob and Anna’s warm and loving manner.
Anna’s love of antiques continues beautifully into these inviting spaces.
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FAMILY ROOM Bob and Anna’s fondness of the Lone Star State can be seen throughout their family room - from the limestone fireplace to the tin ceiling to the iron and glass fireplace cover adorned with the Texas star.
GAME ROOM Quite the Dallas Cowboys’ fan, Bob lovingly displays the jerseys of of some of his favorite players. He even incorporated the unmistakable “Dallas Cowboys’ blue” hue into their pool table.
BALCONY The stone archways and wooden beams continue to the outside, giving their outdoor living space a porte-cochère feel. Notice the stunning views!
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Pet of the Month
Introducing your newly adopted cat to your pets By Susan Shaked, DAAG MEMBER When introducing a new pet into a home with other pets, the most important strategy is to go slowly with the introduction! Expect to allow at least several days, or perhaps even a few weeks, for the process. Almost always, the initial reaction will not be an embracing one, so plan to be patient and let the pets determine the pace of the introduction process. Older pets may need longer periods to accept the newcomer. At no point should a pet be scolded or punished for a negative reaction to the other pet. Be aware that some older cats and dogs who have been an only-pet may never fully embrace their new “friend.” Be willing to accept—and respect— their version of a “truce.”
Introducing a cat to another cat
Contain the new arrival in a crate or other room. Allow the cats to “meet” and smell each other through a slightly cracked door or through the wire or window of the crate. Cats are visual creatures, so simply smelling each other under a door, or even playing with paws under a door, will not prepare them for the sight of their new friend. Allow the cats to see each other for brief periods at first, and lengthen the time as they become more accepting of their new friend. Be sure to praise and pet both cats equally and often. Managing litterbox access and use will also be important during this introduction period. Either provide each cat with his own litterbox, or monitor the main litterbox closely to be sure that one cat is not preventing the other from using it. The cats will use each other’s litterbox, but that is standard cat getting-to-know-you protocol. Don’t discourage the sharing. After the cats have had a few days’ experience seeing each other in small increments, and as long as neither is exhibiting active aggression, they can be allowed to free-roam in the room and house together. Expect some hissing and growling and posturing initially while they work out the pecking order. It may take several weeks, but eventually most cats do make friends with each other.
Introducing a cat to a dog
Most cats and dogs can learn to live happily together, especially if they grew up living with other cats or dogs, or are introduced to each other while still young. However, if the dog tends to be obsessed with chasing small animals, such as squirrels or rabbits, or if he becomes unruly and uncontrollable on leash-walks when he sees other animals, introducing a small animal into the home will likely put the small animal in serious danger. If your dog has not grown up interacting with small animals, bringing a cat or rabbit into the home is generally not a good idea. The introduction could go tragically wrong in seconds. If your dog has grown up amicably with small animals, then slow, patient--and cautious-- introductions are key to success. Some dogs may not chase “their” cat, but may be inclined to chase or attack an unknown cat or rabbit. Because things can go very wrong very quickly, and with tragic results, ask an experienced pet handler or trainer to assist you with these introductions. 68
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Meet Mikey!
Mikey is one handsome gentleman cat! Even though he is almost an adult officially, he loves (did I say LOVES?) tossing and chasing his toys, flipping them into the air and pouncing on them. Mikey is quite the lover, too, and will give as good as he gets. Want to rub a cat tummy? Mikey is your guy. Want to sit and stroke a purring cat? Mikey. Want to be followed around and adored? Mikey, it is. Mikey turned up on a rescuer’s patio late one night, very thin, hungry, and scared. After a good meal, he was able to explain to his rescuer that he was really a housecat and wanted to shower fun and affection on his very own human.
All DAAG cats are fully vetted: spayed/ neutered, tested for FIV and feline leukemia, and current on vaccinations. DAAG is located in the San Antonio, Texas, area, but will transport elsewhere to approved homes. Call Louan for more information about Mikey. (210) 854-8055 or ledouxlou@aol.com
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by Diane Salek, dominiion resident
Incredible cruise destinations the world over, yet my husband and I like the days at sea best. For folks like us, a trans-Atlantic voyage is ideal. Departing from Miami, Florida this April, most of our fellow passengers crossing the “pond” were British citizens returning home after wintering in Florida. Life aboard a cruise ship for an extended sail settles into a gentle rhythm. There is something so sublime about a long journey by sea. Relaxing periods peppered with gourmet delights, lively conversation, new acquaintances and fascinating stories make for heavenly days. On this trip, because we would eventually arrive in Portugal with a six hour time difference, our ship’s captain managed the clock most days by setting it forward an hour at 1:00 pm. As we leapt from noon to 2:00 pm, passengers seemed quite content to miss that afternoon hour as it brought us closer to evening drinks and witty conversation. By day the infinite sea was calm and pristine blue. Alone in the midAtlantic at night, the stars shone brilliantly, reflecting our optimism that all good things are possible in this wonderful world. Unique about this crossing was sharing the voyage with so many British citizens. Brexit was very much on their minds. The British are not shy about political expression. Views seemed equally divided among those who wanted to remain in the European Union and those who wanted to become independent. Educational, funny and a bit bewildering at times, we listened to couples debate the approaching vote in June. These conversations reminded us that Americans and Brits are great friends, fiercely proud of their nations and as it turned out, attracted to independence. Arriving in Lisbon, Portugal on day 10, we sailed the Tagus River under the longest bridge in Europe, the Vasco da Gama, most famous for its striking resemblance to San Francisco’s Golden Gate. Disembarking the ship, it was challenging at first to walk on stable land! Touring Lisbon, we found the city to be friendly and diverse. The towns of Sintra, nestled in the mountainous countryside and Cascais on the lush coast were picturesque stops along our way. We learned that Portugal produces half of the world’s cork. Everything cork, creative, functional and fun, can be found in Portugal! Day 12 and the port of Le Havre, France was in sight. April in Paris, despite the three hour drive from the port, was breathtaking! Visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower, pausing beneath The Arc de Triomphe, experiencing The Louvre, reflecting at Notre Dame, inhaling the aroma of fresh baguettes from sidewalk cafés and strolling the Champs Elysee made the city alive. The French say “La plus belle avenue du monde.” Indeed yes, the world’s most beautiful avenue. Reluctantly leaving Paris behind, we boarded the ship and sailed to our final port, South Hampton, England. Touring our way to London,
we visited Salisbury, a city rich in history with a vibrant food and shopping scene. The Medieval Gothic Salisbury Cathedral boasts the tallest spire in England and is home to the best preserved of the four remaining copies of The Magna Carta. Visitors can freely roam the ornate Cathedral and enjoy panoramic views. Next stop, Stonehenge, a world famous prehistoric monument. Quintessentially English countryside surrounds the stones, burial hills and herds of sheep. Travelling further toward London, Windsor Castle rises up in all of its majesty. As you approach the Castle, royal banners wave and one expects the Queen to step out on a balcony at any moment. Of course, the Queen was elsewhere, but Windsor Castle is her favorite weekend property. The village, in County Berkshire, boasts high end shops and eateries. Be prepared for crowds. Many tourists visit the Castle’s public rooms which house exquisite art, historical weaponry and opulent furnishings. Arriving at our final destination, we began our tour of London by boarding a Hop-on-Hop-off bus. We toured the entire city and sailed the Thames River, providing us a spectacular view of London’s landmarks. Don’t miss the Guard Change at Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and Churchill’s War Rooms which provided a vivid, emotional historical perspective of war torn Europe. Strolling through Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens was a welcome respite from the bustling city center. Harrods, arguably the world’s most famous luxury department store is a must see. The flagship Fortnum & Mason store on Piccadilly is a refined and delectable tea emporium. Enjoy sweet refreshments in the charming Parlour or indulge in High Tea in The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon. No visit to London is complete without pub dining. Try traditional fare such as fish ’n chips or meat pie at The Red Lion in Westminster. Head to Rules in Convent Garden. Established in 1798, Rules is the oldest restaurant in London and one of the world’s most celebrated because of its long heritage of serving famous writers, artists and actors. Rules was the London restaurant of choice for the fictional Crawley family of Downton Abbey, and famously, James Bond, dining with M in the movie Spectre. Reserve M’s table and you will be tucked away in a cozy spot to enjoy traditional fare and impeccable service. As our lovely European holiday drew to a close and we crossed back over the “pond” on a plane, our anticipation began building for our next journey by sea. ‘Twill be a bon voyage!
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Area Events
Broadway season in San Antonio is soon upon us! MAJESTIC THEATRE www.majesticempire.com The Sound of Music September 13 - 18 The hills are alive! A brand new production of The Sound of Music, directed by Jack O’Brien, is coming to you. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “DoRe-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.
Cabaret October 25 - 30 Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd––and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in preWWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through their dangerous times? Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Right this way, your table’s waiting at Cabaret, John Kander, Fred Ebb And Joe Masteroff’s Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way.
Jersey Boys December 6 - 11 Theater goers cheered when Jersey Boys made its sell-out premiere in San Antonio in September 2010. This is the true story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide – all before they were 30! Jersey Boys features their hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” “The crowd goes wild!” cheers The New York Times. 72
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F UTURE SHOWS You Don’t Want to Miss
The Illusionists- Live from Broadway
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
January 10 - 15, 2017 This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. The Illusionists – Live From Broadway has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.
March 14 - 19, 2017 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
Rent
Finding Neverland
March 3 - 5, 2017 In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway... and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s Rent continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production.
May 2 - 7, 2017 Broadway’s biggest new hit and the winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical! This breathtaking smash “captures the kid-at-heart” (Time Magazine). Finding Neverland tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever.
Matilda June 6 - 9, 2017 “Welcome to the deliriously amusing, heartwarming, headspinning world of Matilda The Musical. You won’t want to leave.” – Bloomberg News. Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda continues to thrill soldout audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London’s West End. The Wall Street Journal says, “The makers of Matilda have done the impossible—triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun.” T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m
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