Letter from the Editor

from Texan Magazine Summer II 2023

TEXAN GARDENING

Texans are certainly no strangers to scorching summer days. But the consecutive record breaking temperatures have soared towards astonishing. My meteorologist husband tells me that it’s due to high pressure over the state. This pressure leads to dry soil and air that no longer provides cooling relief from evaporation.

Are there any simple measures we can take to save energy during this intense heat wave? Yes, of course. Use LED lightbulbs instead of traditional lightbulbs. Use the microwave instead of the oven.

In fact, we’ve included several mouthwatering and healthy meal ideas in this issue that require very little prep time in the kitchen.

Also, wear natural fabrics versus synthetics. There are some great ideas in our fashion section to inspire you.

If you love the look of palm trees in your landscape but are not sure which varieties will survive the freezing temps, check out our gardening section. The time to plant palms is now.

Well, here’s to cooler days ahead. Plan your fall calendar in the picturesque Hill Country town of Kerrville. Exciting things are happening in the arts.

As always, thank you for your support of Texan Magazine. Remember, summer may be in full bloom, but we still need a reminder to stop and smell the roses.

Lisa Dante Editor-In-Chief

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JULY

Billy Schenck is considered to be one of the pioneers of the Contemporary Art Movement of the 60s. His bold art provides a contemporary and aesthetic counterpart to the traditional western art genre.

This important exhibition contains 65 of his original artworks that range from western landscape to cowboy pop.

SEPTEMBER 8 - 9, 2023

40th Annual Roundup Exhibition and Sale. Over 60 of the top western artists in the U.S. exhibit and sell. The two-day event kicks off the exhibition which runs through October 28, 2023.