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pring has arrived! It’s the time of year when we begin spring-cleaning, sprucing up our yards, firing those grills up and planning for our summer. This is when we all start to find time to get outside and enjoy the perfect temperatures in our wonderful city. Inside this April issue you will find many ways to fill your calendar with great things to do here in our community. We are once again having our Mothers Day Tribute, celebrating all the wonderful moms in our community. Please have your written submissions sent to us by April 12th. Look for our email notifications for details. April is the month when we celebrate Fiesta festivities all over San Antonio. At Welcome Home, we are especially excited for the highly anticipated event, A Taste of the Northside, which we are honored to sponsor once again. The proceeds from this event benefit the Brighton Center, one of our community’s greatest foundations benefiting our local children. We have three children from Brighton Center featured on our cover, along with this year’s Queen of the Vine, Natalie Pfeiffer. Brighton Center’s A Taste of the Northside will be held at The Club At Sonterra again this year. We hope you stop by Welcome Home’s booth to say hello to our staff and have your photo taken on our Welcome Home front cover. Be ready to channel your inner celebrity with our fun, “make your own cover photo” feature, where you can pose with the Fiesta props we will be providing! All the photos will be posted on our website at www. welcomehomesa.com after the event. We look forward to seeing your best – and

funniest - photos! For more about A Taste of the Northside and other popular Fiesta events, continue reading on page 12. As avid Spurs fans, we are so proud of how our team is doing as they approach the end of the regular season. This could be a year where we “go all the way!” If you have never been to a game (or it’s been a while) this is a great opportunity to share that exciting experience with your extended San Antonio family. GO SPURS GO!! The end of the school year is quickly approaching and we are busy processing all of our SOBA scholarship applications. Thank you to all of the talented students who submitted! This is one of our most treasured moments of the year, when we are able to give back to those young people in our community who have worked so hard to achieve greatness in their academic endeavors. We will be announcing our eight scholarship winners on May 28 at our Speed Networking event. On behalf of myself and the staff at Welcome Home, thank you for your continued readership and support! Remember, if you have good news to share, we want to give you a place in our pages to do so. Welcome Home continues its legacy thanks to all of our readers who support the businesses who make this paper possible. Let them know you saw them in Welcome Home, YOUR community newspaper.

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By Kimberly M. Rodriguez hen you think royalty, most think beauty and vanity. But when it comes to A Taste of the Northside’s royalty, there is more than just that. Fundraising is the most integral part in being crowned queen. This month, Welcome Home had the opportunity to highlight A Taste of the Northside, an official Fiesta® event, and feature Brighton Center’s 2014 Queen of the Vine, Natalie Pfeiffer. This year’s reigning queen worked tremendously hard to fundraise more than $200,000 for the Brighton Center. Her outstanding efforts ultimately broke the records of previous queens. All fundraising proceeds will benefit Brighton Center, which provides Photo Credit: Chasity Furse family and community education and developmental services to children, birth Natalie Pfeiffer, 2014 Queen Of The Vine, with her kids and to age 22, with disabilities or delays children from the Brighton center. empowering them to achieve their will reign over event ensuring that the VIP individual potential making them successful lounge named in her honor has only the best in every community. food, drinks and music this official Fiesta® Pfeiffer will represent A Taste of the event has to offer. Northside during its fifteenth annual event To learn more about Pfeiffer’s fundraising to be held on Wednesday, April 23 at the efforts and for information about A Taste of Brighton Center. The Queen of the Vine the Northside, turn to page 7.

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which hubby calls scatterbrained, whereas I prefer the more positive “creative freespirit,” which is normally very attractive until you get to the campsite and everyone starts demanding clean underwear and food of all things. My husband, whom I refer to as “Germ Guy,” although he prefers the more positive “hygienically perceptive,” (which is normally attractive until you are forced to sterilize the weenie fork in between marshmallows), has just begun his inventory list of various disinfectants, bug sprays, Ebola vaccine and tsetse fly netting. I am in the car with the engine running while he has barely started alphabetizing his vitamin and herb supplements into his compartmentalized container (necessary lest we succumb to vitamin deficiency on our 48 hour diet of s’mores and lukewarm weenies). Lastly, we could edit out the unlimited variety of crawly creatures, which either buzz, sting or eat everything except concrete. I own a “sounds of nature” CD that features tranquil sounds of rushing water and a variety of birdsong, which is very relaxing. But at 5 a.m., real birdsong sounds more like a college kegger, which I am in no mood for after a midnight battle with a tent flap sporting an attitude. Despite these “edits,” there are some things I would leave in: Bacon frying in the crisp, morning air, our kids playing Frisbee and fishing down by the lake instead of watching TV, my husband COOKING (oh, I mean “grilling”), and not thinking once about bills or chores or how we are going to pay for college. Come to think of it, we may go camping again real soon… Debby Seguin can be reached at writewell62@yahooI’llnevercampagain. com

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A Taste of the Northside’s 2014 Queen of the Vine, Natalie Pfeiffer, raised $265,000 for the Brighton Center.

Natalie Pfeiffer and her husband P.J., worked as a dynamic duo to help raise funds for the Brighton Center. Natalie Pfeiffer worked with Stephanie through the Brighton Center, which inspired her to run for Queen of the Vine where she raised money for the organization.

A Taste Of The Northside’s Queen of the Vine Raises $265,000 for the Brighton Center

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iesta® is right around the corner and for San Antonio’s Northside, that means one thing, it’s time for A Taste of the Northside! Voted the Best Fiesta Event® by WOAI for three years in a row, this event has it all for those looking to experience Fiesta® in a super fabulous kind of way. This year, the fan favorite event will be celebrating its fifteenth anniversary and to celebrate, the hosts of the event, the Brighton Center, is pulling out all the stops. Guests can expect additions like a Stella Artois beer garden, a 10 minute fireworks finale and a local favorite band, The Max, playing on the main stage. In regards to restaurants, there will be many veterans to the event like Kirby’s Steakhouse, P.F. Changs and H-E-B with their abundance of food, wine and sommeliers onsite to tell you more about what you’re tasting. And no Fiesta® is complete without their own set of royalty and A Taste of the Northside is no different. The Queen of the Vine, Natalie Pfeiffer, will be reigning over the event ensuring that the VIP lounge named in her honor has only the best food, drinks and music to offer. Pfeiffer and her entire family have been tremendous supporters of the organization for more than 10 years and when the opportunity to run for Queen of the Vine was presented to Pfeiffer, she quickly jumped at the chance. “I am blessed and honored to have worked with this amazing organization in the past and my family, friends and I continue to support them in their efforts to reach even more children in our community,” said Pfeiffer. “Based on our experience working and being involved with Brighton Center, my daughters have witnessed, first-hand, the value of inclusion and encouraging others to reach their potential. I am so proud to know that my girls do not see disabilities, instead they see the ability in all children.”

The cover of this edition features Pfeiffer and her daughters Kenzie and Cami; an accurate reflection of how her campaign was ran, as a family effort. Through special events, raffles, online donations and auction items, every member of Pfeiffer’s family played an integral role in her quest to become Queen of the Vine. From her husband PJ Pfeiffer reaching out to numerous corporations requesting support, to her daughters selling raffle tickets, to her recruiting her friends and family to help host an event, the Pfeiffer family worked together tirelessly to raise money for the more than 2,700 children with disabilities or delays that the Brighton Center serves every year.

The efforts of Natalie and her team of supporters more than paid off with a total of $200,000 being raised for Brighton Center. Shattering every individual fundraising record set to date, Pfeiffer earned the coveted title of Queen of the Vine, and will be representing Brighton as the official Fiesta® royalty of A Taste of the Northside. The entire 2014 Queen of the Vine campaign court included Tiffany Mock Briggs, a wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch and mother of two; and Princess of the Vine, ZZ Mylar, a marketing/advertising specialist and mother of six, two of which received services from Brighton. Collectively, these 3 women have raised $265,000 for the Brighton Center, a feat that would typically take a whole army of volunteers to accomplish in several years’ time. These women stand in good company and have followed well in the footsteps of their most recent Queen predecessors like April Ancira, 2013 Queen of the Vine; Shelly Miles, 2012 Queen of the Decade & 2008 Queen of the Vine; and Dr. Amy Jackson, 2011 Queen of the Vine, who each broke the Queen of the Vine campaign record in the respective years they ran. You can come out and visit with the Queen of the Vine and her court at A Taste of the Northside on April 23 from 5:30-10:30 p.m. All proceeds from A Taste of the Northside benefit Brighton Center and each general admission ticket is only $55 (pre-sale) and includes eight Food tastings from over 50 of San Antonio’s best restaurants, five beer or wine tastings courtesy of Silver Eagle and Glazer’s, and Free Parking & Shuttle. Guests can also upgrade to the Queen of the Vine’s V.I.P. Lounge where they can enjoy additional food and drink tastings, exclusive indoor access, a commemorative wine glass and butler tray, as well as special reserved shuttle parking. Limited tickets are available for $200. For more information, visit www.BrigtonSA.org or call 210-826-4492.

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April Calendar of Events 2014 STONE OAK BUSINESS ASSOCIATION BUSINESS EXPO Thurs, April 24 (Ronald Reagan High School, 1900 Ronald Reagan Dr.) 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The 2014 Stone Oak Business Association Expo is excited to be welcomed back to Reagan High School. This free to the public and well-attended event benefits both Reagan and Johnson high schools. As a vendor, businesses gain exposure to the community, parents, teachers and students. All funds raised will help the SOBA Scholarship Program. The cost to be a vendor is $85 for members and $125 for non-members. For more details or to RSVP, email soba@satx.rr.com or call 210-348-8233. 10 WEST BUSINESS ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON MEETING Wed, April 30 (Luce Ristorante E Enoteca, 11255 Huebner Road) 11:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Join the 10 West Business Association as District 8 councilman Ron Nirenberg speaks on the state of the district. Network with other local business professionals for a great way to start your morning Cost is $15 for members and $20 non-members, $25 at the door. For more details, email info@10westbusiness.com or call 210-348-8233. A TASTE OF THE NORTHSIDE Wed, April 23 (The Club at Sonterra, 902 Sonterra Blvd.). 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Fiesta goes to the Northside for a pre-fiesta celebration! With a variety of beer, fine wine, and margaritas as well as having more than 60 restaurants providing food samplings and multiple stages with live music, this event won’t disappoint. General admission tickets $55 in advance or $60 at the door and are available at local H-E-B grocery stores through April 22 or online. VIP tickets are $200 through April 1 and $250 after that and are available online or by calling Brighton Center. Visit BrightonSA.org or call 210826-4492. CHURCHILL HS VARSITY GOLF Wed April 2 – Thurs, April 3. (Cedar Creek Golf Course, 8250 Vista Colina) Come out and support the Churchill Charger Golf team as they compete in the 26-5A District tournament. CHURCHILL HS GIRLS BBALL BANQUET Wed, April 2. (The Club at Sonterra, 901 Sonterra Blvd.) 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Churchill Charger girls basketball team holds their team banquet and gives out seasonal awards. CHILDREN’S EVENT: THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE Thurs, April 3. (McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 E. Houston St.) 9:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 6:30 p.m. A tiny snail longs to see the world, so she hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale. But when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him? Follow the tiny snail’s amazing journey, as seen through the eyes of an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father. For ages 3 and up. Running time: 50 minutes. SAN ANTONIO BOOK FESTIVAL Sat, April 5. (Central Library & Southwest School of Art) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The San Antonio Public Library Foundation is presenting the 2nd annual San Antonio Book Festival on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at the Central Library and Southwest School of Art. The all-day Festival, which features over 70 national and regional authors, is free and open to everyone. GROWING UP FEMALE Sat, April 5. (University of Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway St.) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The San Antonio Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will host its annual “Growing-Up” Female Workshop, designed specifically for teenage girls in grades 6 through 12. The workshop provides an enriching experience through motivational speakers, engaging activities and that all-important “girl talk”. This is a free event, however pre-registration and parental consent are required because of limited seating. Registration forms can be found at www.DSTSanAntonio.

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org. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided. For more information call 210-269-6218 or e-mail deltadeb78@gmail.com. BATTLE ALS WITH FLOWERS Sat, April 5. (Valero Energy Corp) 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Guests have the opportunity to participate in a hands-on flower arranging presentation and tutorial under the guidance of a Local Texas Master Florist. All materials are provided so that each guest can create a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement to take home and enjoy throughout Fiesta®! In addition, guests will enjoy a silent auction, an elegant lunch and a live auction of creations made by guest florists who are local to San Antonio. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., along with a continental breakfast and the silent auction. The tutorial starts at 9:30 a.m. Lunch is from 12- 1:30 p.m. Cost is $85. SCULPTORS INVITATIONAL ART SHOW Sat, April 5 – Sun, April 27. (Villa Del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory, 11354 Vance Jackson Rd) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. An exhibit of large outdoor sculpture, this is Fiesta®’s “quiet event.” Seventy sculptors from 10 states and six countries showcase more than 100 sculptures. All works are for sale. This high-end cultural exhibit is staged in a sixacre manicured sculpture garden. Photography and “sketching” welcome. Sculpture classes and memberships are available. FIESTA MARIACHI MASS Sat, April 5. (San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza) 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Now in its 18th year, the annual Mariachi Mass blesses all Fiesta royalty, commissioners and participants as they embark on their various commitments during Fiesta. The mass is nationally televised from the historic San Fernando Cathedral. Free event. For more information email events@sfcathedral.org, call 210-227-1297 x107 or visit www.sfcathedral.org/news.html. CHURCHILL HS SPIRIT COOKIE DOUGH FUNDRAISER Mon, April 7 – Thurs, April 30. (Churchill High School, 12049 Blanco Road) The Churchill High School spirit teams are holding their annual cookie dough fundraiser to raise money. Support a good cause and help the program out. DANCE: MOTIONHOUSE DANCE THEATRE Wed, April 9. (Jo Long Theatre, Carver Cultural Center) 7:30 p.m. Founded in the UK in 1988, Motionhouse creates startling, passionate dance theatre. The productions are designed to challenge as well as delight audiences as they fuse images with action and dynamism. The performances are rooted in dance but draw on theatre, circus, acrobatics and film to create works that make you think and feel. DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS: LET’S CELEBRATE! Wed, April 9 – Sun, April 13. (Alamodome, 100 Montana St.) Various start times. Make an ordinary day extraordinary when Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! brings more than 50 Disney characters to San Antonio for one colossal party on ice! This action-packed, all-new show features a magical montage of celebrations and is set to a blend of contemporary music and favorite Disney songs.

beehive, and even the Institute of Texan Cultures itself. Big, small or covered with twinkling lights, Hats Off to Fiesta®! is a fashion “must” this Fiesta® season! ART PARTY: VIVA FIESTA! LATIN AMERICAN FOLK ART Fri, April 11. (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 West Jones Avenue) 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring your friends and enjoy art, music, and cocktails on the River Landing. Art Party is a collaboration of SAMA and KRTU Jazz 91.7. The event is free with cost of admission. FIESTA UTSA Fri, April 11. (University of Texas at San Antonio, 1 UTSA Circle) 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come enjoy the 37th Annual Fiesta UTSA, sponsored by The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) Campus Activities Board. The UTSA campus comes alive with food, music, games and entertainment. The UTSA student organizations run food and game booths as fundraisers. Enjoy live music and performances by the student organizations. Free admission. Various costs for food and games. For more information call 210-458-4160 or e-mail getinvolved@utsa.edu. FIESTA OYSTER BAKE Fri, April 11 – Sat, April 12. (St. Mary’s University Campus, 1 Camino Santa Maria) 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. The Oyster Bake features more than 100,000 oysters, served raw, baked or fried. Another 60+ food booths dish up savory favorites such as fajitas, sausage on a stick, egg rolls, hamburgers and chicken on a stick. A variety of beverages are available to quench every thirst, while continuous music on five stages highlights the party. Friday night is family night and officially starts the traditional Fiesta® Oyster Bake©. Patrons can enjoy a children’s area with games and other interactive activities geared for the young and young at heart, and a spectacular fireworks finale. ORAL CANCER FOUNDATION’S AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK Sat, April 12. (O.P. Schnabel Park at Graff Pavillion, 9606 Bandera Road) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 4th Annual Oral Cancer Foundation Walk/Run for Awareness of San Antonio is a family-friendly FUNdraising event for the entire community! Spreading awareness and early detection are key to survival. Increasing oral cancer awareness among the community with a focus on early detection are the keys to survival. Please join us to make a difference in the fight against oral cancer! ARTS SAN ANTONIO AND 35 CONCERTS PRESENTS: BILL MAHER Sat, April 12. (Laurie Auditorium, 1 Trinity Plaza) 8 p.m. For the last eighteen years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on “Politically Incorrect” (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993-2002), and for the last seven years on HBO’s “Real Time,” Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him twenty-one Emmy nominations.

FIESTA SA: FIESTA SAN ANTONIO Thurs, April 10 – Sun, April 27. (Greater San Antonio Area) Times and places vary. Fiesta® is one of America’s truly great festivals. It began as a way to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. That commemoration still takes place. But over the past century and more, Fiesta® has grown into a celebration of San Antonio’s rich and diverse cultures. 2014 marks Fiesta’s 123rd anniversary.

HARLEY’S AND HABITS: MOTORCYCLE RIDE CHARITY EVENT Sat, April 12. (New Braunfels Downtown Plaza) 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Join the Harleys & Habits, a motorcycle ride charity event to benefit CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – New Braunfels. The event will kick off with a parade of Sisters in sidecars at the New Braunfels plaza followed by a leisurely ride through the beautiful Texas Hill Country. The event will end at Billy’s Ice House with dinner and live music.

ITC HATS OFF TO FIESTA April 10 – April 27. (Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 Cesar E. Chavez Blvd.) Towering above the crowd, Fiesta® hats are an over-the-top part of San Antonio’s Fiesta® celebration. This year’s ITC Fiesta® exhibit showcases nearly 50 Fiesta® hats ranging from a blue feathered peacock to a colorful

THIS HALLOWED GROUND Sat, April 12. (The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza) 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This Hallowed Ground” is a walking tour of the original perimeter walls of the Alamo. The event is sponsored by the Alamo Chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) with support from the San Antonio Living History

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Association. Living historians interact with the tour leader to enhance the tour experience. The tour also features maps that illustrate the original fortress, show cannon locations, the location of the main gate and archaeological findings that have taken place over the years. Free admission. For more information call 210-341-0022. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA: PRESENTED BY THEFISHSANATONIO.COM Sat, April 12. (Morgan’s Wonderland, 5223 David Edwards Dr) 8:45 a.m. TheFishSanAntonio. com and KSLR Easter Eggstravaganza egg hunt will feature 14,000 plastic eggs, each filled with a treat and many containing valuable prizes. The age group includes children up to twelve. The hunts will begin between 9:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. starting with the youngest age group. There is no charge for this special event! For more information go to www. TheFishSanAntonio.com or www.KSLR.com or call 210-344-8481 or 210-526-3622. MCNAY EXHIBITION: CONSTRUCTING THE STAGE Wed, January 22 – Sun, June 1. (McNay Art Museum, 600 N. New Braunfels). Constructing the Stage turns the spotlight on the increasingly important use of maquettes (stage models) in production design as seen in the work of four designers from the theatre collection. BOB KUHN: DRAWING ON INSTINCT Sat, March 15 – Sun, June 8. (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 West Jones Avenue) 10 a.m. began his observations of animals in the Buffalo Zoo and studied at New York City’s Pratt Institute. His detailed paintings of animals in landscape eventually made him one of America’s most popular wildlife illustrators. This exhibit will be open during regular museum hours. ANDY WARHOL: THE ATHLETES Fri, January 31 – Sun, April 27. (San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 West Jones Avenue) 10 a.m. Andy Warhol: The Athletes, is a series of ten portraits of famous athletes commissioned by Warhol’s friend and collector Richard Weisman. In Warhol’s signature screenprinting format – the photos were printed on canvas and embellished further with paint – the portraits include representations of Muhammad Ali, O.J. Simpson, Dorothy Hamill, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Chris Evert, Jack Nicklaus, Willie Shoemaker, Rod Gilbert, Tom Seaver, and Pelé. The paintingsare showcased in the Museum’s Great Hall entrance. WITTE MUSEUM: ALIEN WORLDS AND ANDROIDS Sat, February 22 – Tues, May 27. (Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway St) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alien Worlds and Androids invites you to explore the cutting-edge science taking place right now and brings you face to face with the fantastic worlds depicted in your favorite science fiction films and books. How close are we to discover new alien worlds and alien life? What are the differences between androids and robots? CHURCHILL HS VARSITY BASEBALL Tues, April 22. (Blossom Athletic Center Baseball Field,) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come out and support the Churchill Charger varsity baseball team as they take on district foe Reagan High School. Support the team as they compete for a district title. CHURCHILL HS BATTLE OF FLOWERS PARADE MARCH Fri, April 25. Support all the Spirit groups as they march in the famous Battle of Flowers parade. This famous parade is a huge part of San Antonio’s Fiesta tradition. CHURCHILL HS SPRING SHOW Tues, April 29. (Churchill HS Auditorium and Choir room, 12049 Blanco Road) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Support the Churchill High School performances during their annual Spring show. Enjoy musical numbers and dance during.

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The Tutoring Solution

Huntington Learning Center

By Amanda Burris

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Seeing the peace that comes from not having to worry about grades, no longer having to fight over homework and having a child that looks forward to school instead of dreading it – that is what I love most about working at Huntington . . . My goal for all [the students] is to become confident, motivated, life-long learners that know they have the skills they need to pursue their dreams.”

here is nothing more frustrating to a student than falling behind in school and then having to continue to move forward each year, still struggling. At Huntington Learning Center, their certified teachers work one-on-one with students to develop an individualized approach that ultimately get them back on track. Founded in 1977 by Dr. Raymond Huntington and his wife Eileen, new curricula and instructional methodologies were developed that could benefit students of all grades and ages. With their belief that children will advance more quickly and see success through an individualized approach, the company has since grown to include hundreds of locations nationwide, which have helped to achieve this goal. In 2007, Huntington Learning Center found its start in San Antonio, first opening in Stone Oak and one year later opening a second center at DeZavala/I10. The DeZavala Center just recently was relocated to the Alon Shopping Center as of the beginning of April. Tom Rice is the owner of the two centers and has staffed each location with a dedicated and highly qualified staff, including center directors Staci Dennis and Mark Anne Millburn who are continually reaching out to those students who may be struggling or falling behind. While children begin to learn academic skills in early grades, each subsequent grade level continues to build on top of that, making it difficult if a student has fallen behind. Many times parents may only see a child is struggling, appear unmotivated or just is not doing well in their academics. “Sometimes it’s interpreted as they just don’t like school or they have a bad attitude about school,” Rice said. “But it typically really is that you don’t like to do what you’re not good at, and that the skills aren’t in place with the student that are making them really struggle in the classroom.” “We identify where the gaps are and go back to make sure all of the skills are in place for [the students] to be able to do their work independently going forward,” Rice said. At Huntington Learning Center, the staff has a variety of ways to approach academic problems, which can ultimately build to better confidence for the student. Whether a student needs help to transition into mainstream classes, needs assistance on particular subjects, wants to polish their study skills or is even looking for course enrichment in subjects to provide a challenge, Huntington Learning Center can make all the difference for students in K-12 (and even for adult students). “We start with a thorough academic evaluation to see what specific areas our students need help in,” said Staci Dennis. “Then we customize a program to help them reach their goals. We work closely with students’ parents and school teachers to ensure that we are all working together to make them successful at school, home and in the future.” While Huntington Learning Center aids in the learning process, it is not meant to be a replacement for school

rather, it should be more of a partnership. The learning center is comprised of certified teachers who are dedicated to seeing their students succeed both inside and outside of the classroom. Their approach, however, is more successful when they have a better understanding of what goes on in the student’s school life – they may even go in to talk to the student’s teacher. “It may be that there is something going on in the school that we don’t pick up from testing or working with them. So we can individualize their program by going to the schools and talking with them,” said Mark Anne Millburn. Through the learning center, Huntington targets the cracks in the student’s learning foundation and looks to put them back on course through their structured program. “Organized program is a benefit for children who don’t have structure in their life,” Millburn said. “They will bloom and grow faster when they have those boundaries.” Besides the learning center, students can also go to Huntington to prepare for college entrance exams such as the SAT/PSAT and the ACT. Preparing for college can be stressful and overwhelming to students, so Huntington Learning Center helps to alleviate that by developing a personal test prep program by giving the students an actual test under similar conditions while examining their strengths and weaknesses. The ultimate goal is that the student will be prepared and confident when they take the real test so that they have a better chance at getting into the college of their choice.

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– Staci Dennis, Center Director at Huntington Learning Center By focusing on all aspects of academics, Huntington Learning Center is designed to be the whole tutoring solution for parents. “The natural progression is first the learning center at a younger age and getting them up to speed and getting their skills in place. Once those are in place, they may have certain subjects that they hit along the way that they may need help in and so subject tutoring helps them with that,” said Rice. “And then, when they are in high school we have an outstanding course to prepare them for SATs or ACTs.” “Seeing the peace that comes from not having to worry about grades, no longer having to fight over homework and having a child that looks forward to school instead of dreading it – that is what I love most about working at Huntington,” said Dennis. “…My goal for all [the students] is to become confident, motivated, life-long learners that know they have the skills they need to pursue their dreams.”

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Jump Start Your Fat Loss By Claudia Ramirez, MS,CSCS f you are not quite ready to reveal that new lean body after working out then let me shed some light on why your cardio program didn’t quite melt that winter layer off like you thought it would. When most people embark on a fat loss they inevitably start with cardio. They hop on a treadmill or elliptical and start working themselves to exhaustion. Initially they feel great. The sweat starts pouring off them. They step on the scale a week later and see the scale drop a few pounds. Great! Keep it up! They continue the same plan for one month and then they step on the scale and are

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disappointed to see the scale hasn’t dropped much since the first week! What happened? They were following a good eating plan. Why is the scale not moving? In the fat loss game your goal should be to set your metabolism on fire. Picture yourself as a car. Fat is fuel. Do you want to be fuel efficient, burning through your gas slowly or do you want to be fuel inefficient and burn through gas quickly? You definitely want to burn through that fat as quickly as possible, right? Now, take a look at your choice of “fat loss” exercise. Walking on the treadmill for 45 min at 3.5 mph, 45 min on the elliptical at level 4, stationary bike

for 45 min while checking facebook on your phone. All steady state, long duration “Prius” type exercises. These are great ways to improve cardiovascular endurance but they are not great ways to burn fat. The exercise is just not intense enough to create a long lasting boost in your metabolism. You need to create some “Maserati” style training instead. Burn through that fuel fast and furiously. Once you establish cardiovascular fitness, you can transition to “Maserati cardio”. The idea is to do short bursts of intense exercise followed by short rest periods. Take that treadmill walk, for example, start with

your usual walk and after 5 min, take it up a notch. Set the incline to 5-10 percent for 30-60s and then go back down to a level walk. Continue this process of high incline followed by level walking for 20 min and then cool down for 5 min. You are done with your first cardio interval session. Transition your steady state cardio to intervals and watch the fat start to melt away. HealthLink is a health and fitness center owned by the Baptist Health System. HealthLink is located at 288 Bitters Rd., San Antonio, TX 78216. For more information, call (210) 297-9900 or visit www.healthlinksa.com.

Boy Scout Troop 511 News Submitted By Valerie Finch he members of Boy Scout Troop 511 have been very busy and victorious lately. First, the members of the troop participated in the Diamondback District’s “Top Shot” Freeze-O-Ree in February and walked away with first and second place award ribbons. Competing against 56 other patrols in attendance, the scouts won:

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2nd Place: Frisbee Golf (Flaming Arrows Patrol) 2nd Place: Football & Softball Throw (Flaming Arrows) 2nd Place: Camp Inspection (Troop 511) 1st Place: Adult Dessert (Mrs. Jeri Pressler) 1st Place: Tomahawk Throw (Flaming Arrows) 1st Place: Skits (Flaming Arrows) 1st Place: Best Small Troop (Troop 511) 1st Place: Best Troop Overall (Troop 511) In total, over 350 scouts and roughly 150

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By Pat Gardner t has been proven that regular cleaning prolongs the life of your wardrobe. At Dutch Boy Cleaners, we are committed

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adults were in attendance. This year’s Freez-O-Ree was held at the National Shooting Complex and saw events ranging from Shotgun, Archery, BBGun, Golf Chip, Atlatl, Tomahawk throw, and Frisbee Golf, just to name a few. The scouts also participated in a Conservancy Project at Bradley Middle School’s Mill Springs Cabin the first week of March, providing hours of weed-pulling, raking, PHOTO CREDIT: Sriram Madabushi picking up loose pebbles, Boy Scout Troop 511 was extremely busy in February doing several service projects, and winning multiple awards. sweeping, and building a new retaining border for the large plantings. Cabin History Center. His was an Outdoor thousands of other Texans over the last 14 They also brought in pavers to make a Information Center that is used by Bradley’s years. Troop 511 is based out of San Pedro walkway to the new storage building – which 7th grade students when they give tours on the school grounds to the visiting 4th grade Presbyterian Church located at 14900 San was member Johnathan Pressler’s recently classes from around town. Pedro. For more information, please visit completed Eagle Scout Project. Bradley Middle School has hosted the website at www.satroop511.org. Scout Devin Gray also completed his Eagle Scout Project at Mill Springs more than 50,000 elementary students and

to the proper care of your clothing and household textiles. This is our business and we are very good at what we do. Dutch Boy has been working with its’ customers for over 32 years and has seen it all from changing fashions to changing fabrics. The fabrics used to manufacture many of today’s garments need specialized cleaning and handling. One thing we have found is that there is more than one way to clean a particular garment. Most dry cleaners are restricted to one method of cleaning which isn’t good news for your clothing. Our cleaners are experts at proper fabric care. For example, there are times when certain garments need to be cleaned in water even when they say, “dry clean only”. We have

specialized detergents and controls for doing this and the results are always fabulous. This commitment to your clothing is what we are all about. If you have a special garment or stain problem, we will work with you on a proper care procedure. Whether you bring us a St. John, Armani, Vera Wang or a pair of jeans from Wal-Mart, Dutch Boy Cleaners has the right methods to care for those garments. Dutch Boy is a full service cleaner. That means whatever you have to clean we can take care of it for you. Wedding dress preservation, leathers, furs, drapes and comforters are welcomed and cleaned professionally. Our in house seamstresses perform alterations and minor mending.

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Submitted By Laura Hernandez Aplin n Saturday, April 5, hand your child a passport to knowledge and come to the second annual San Antonio Book Festival at Southwest School of Art and the San Antonio Central Public Library. Kids and families will find fun interactive educational/art activities by My Story, Say Sí, the San Antonio Children’s Museum and Spare Parts, along with exciting performances from the Magik Theatre. The Literacy Caravan will offer free books and the VIA Classroom On Wheels

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Bus,a specially designed ‘green’ hybrid bus, will highlight the benefits of public transportation. With over 90 authors presenting, including 15 children’s and young adult authors, there is something for everyone. While the main event is the author presentations, rounding out the day long experience are book sales and signings, a literary marketplace, recipe demonstrations from cookbook authors, food truck fare and musical entertainment. Of the15 award winning children’s

and young adult authors presenting, some notable authors include: Brian Floca, author and illustrator of Locomotive, a rich and detailed sensory exploration of America’s early railroads. Floca has just won the 2014 Caldecott Medal for Locomotive, awarded to one author each year for the most distinguished American picture book for children. Other authors presenting are Kathi Appelt, author of The True Blue Scouts of Sugar Man Swamp, which tells the story of Raccoon brothers Bingo and J’miah,

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who learn about care and conservation; Rene Colato Lainez, author of Jugeumos al Futbol y al football!, which tells the story of two boys overcoming differences in something as basic as football and soccer; and Joe Cepeda, illustrator of Cubs Big World written by Sarah L. Thomson, which tells the tender story of new experiences, homecoming, and the love between a parent and child. Who knew reading could be so much fun? We hope to see you at this day long free event on Saturday, April 5.

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Hormone Therapy: It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way

By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 t about age 50 or so, insomnia with daytime fatigue and awakening with night sweats begins in women and even in some men. For men, the predominant sign of dwindling hormones, in my opinion, is lack of confidence with some anxiety. You tell yourself, well, I am getting older! I need to exercise more, eat better, lose weight, and then things will be better. But they don’t really get better – and without hormones

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it may be very difficult to ramp up the willpower to deny comfort foods and get out and run. Theory behind anti-aging medicine is simple: restore hormones to a more youthful range and restore yourself. Aging is really a deficiency disease – replace that which you can no longer make inside of your endocrine glands. Anti-aging really is wellness medicine. Many women have said to me, “My doctor said, you’re just getting older.” Think of yourself as a beautiful but older, sports car. You must replace parts and fix it, so the

car will continue to run. Why would you go to a mechanic who might talk of driving the car less, or buying a new cheaper model? For women, make sure you are taking a balance of hormones. Even if you don’t have a uterus, you need the calming, leveling effect of progesterone. Testosterone is not just for libido, but for drive, muscle, energy, and most importantly, for a sense of well being. The range of testosterone =2075, estradiol=35-75, progesterone= 10-20. That is the synopsis of what I do – I get the numbers right. We are all different, you the patient, guides me. I like to ask rapid

Bereavement Program Offers Support Services Special To Welcome Home ife After Loss, a bereavement program offered to San Antonio residents for the past 26 years, is now under the umbrella of The Ecumenical Center. The six-week bereavement program provides emotional support and healing in a safe environment for anyone who has lost a loved one in the past two years. Life After Loss support groups are led by credentialed group facilitators and follow a defined curriculum to guide group members through the difficult grief process. Everything discussed in group meetings is confidential and handled with the utmost respect. The program has increased by 40 percent in number of trained facilitators over the

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past three years and serves well over 650 bereaved families each year. “The death of a loved one is such a jolting experience and many people need a safe place to express their feelings – their anger, their sadness, their fears,” Mary Beth Fisk, CEO and Executive Director of The Ecumenical Center said. “We want people to know that the Ecumenical Center offers such a place and we are here to help them and support them.” Life After Loss’s curriculum is designed to help people understand the process of grief, assess where they are in that process and plan for how they will continue to heal. It also provides an opportunity for people to connect with others who are grieving and learn that they are not the only ones; and that

they have something to offer one another. Each session focuses on a specific aspect of grief and then gives participants the opportunity to share their own experiences. The group process emphasizes expression of feelings and setting goals that nurture hope. The focus of each session is: • Overview of Physical, Emotional, Spiritual and Social implications of grief • Understanding the Grief Process • Memories and How to Use Them to Heal • How to Take Care of Yourself While You Grieve • Holidays and Anniversary Dates • Planning for the Future “What I find most rewarding in working

questions, so you don’t over-think your answer, and then I am guided as to how to prescribe your particular balance. Men need testosterone and usually an estrogen blocker. Testosterone transforms into estrogen detrimentally leading to breast and stomach size increase. Testosterone also causes an increase in red blood cells—too many cells jamming through the tiny vessels in the brain for example is not desired. So when the hemoglobin increases to 18-then one must donate 2 units of blood. Side effects, risks, and untoward effects may occur with any prescription medicine. Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Enhancement of Life is located at 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601, San Antonio, TX 78231. For more information, call (210) 545-5224 or visit www.antiagingsa.com.

with life after loss support groups is witnessing the healing presence of people as they journey with each other in being reconciled to the loss of a loved one. It truly is a transformative journey,” Darwin Huartson, Bereavement Services Manager for VITAS who serves as Co-Chair of the Life After Loss committee said. There is no cost to participate in the Life After Loss program. The Ecumenical Center, founded in 1967, provides high quality, faith-based counseling and education to help people find healing, growth and wellness. The Center is located at 8310 Ewing Halsell Dr., San Antonio, TX 78229. For more information, visit www.ecrh.org or call (210) 616-0885.

San Antonio’s Tradition of Fun

F I E S TA

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an Antonio has been celebrating Fiesta every spring since the first Battle of Flowers parade back in 1891. Fiesta has become known nationally as the city’s signature event and it continues to offer fun for all ages. With more than 100 events all across the city, some 3 million people take part in the fun. With great food to carnival rides to community parades, there is something for everyone. For those looking to narrow down the events into the bare necessities, here are a few events that you will definitely not want to miss: Alamo Heights Night, April 11. The 28th annual Alamo Heights Night offers food from some of San Antonio’s top restaurants and live music. The Alamo Heights Rotary Club has raised over $2,000,000 in support of nonprofit organizations since its inception. Alamo Heights Night is organized by over 100 volunteer Rotarians who head numerous committees to make the event a success. As one of the unofficial starts to Fiesta, this event is not to be missed. Fiesta Oyster Bake, April 11 & April 12. Oyster Bake is celebrating its 98 anniversary! Fiesta Oyster Bake began back in 1916 as a gathering of alumni. The event has grown into a yearly staple. With more than 100,000 oysters, served raw, baked or friend, Oyster Bake offers another 60 plus food booths. Savory favorites including fajitas, egg rolls, hamburgers, and sausage and chicken on a stick are also offered. Five stages play continuous music all night, and a multitude of beverages are available. Friday night is officially family night. Attendees can enjoy games and

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interactive activities, finishing up with a fireworks finale. A Night in Old San Antonio (NIOSA), April 22 – April 25. The historic downtown village of La Villita will host 80,000 visitors for four nights to celebrate San Antonio’s unique heritage. 15 different heritage-themed areas offer more than 240 decorated food and drink booths. The event offers non-stop entertainment stages. Battle of Flowers Parade, April 25. Considered the founding event of Fiesta San Antonio, the Battle of Flowers parade holds the distinction of being the first celebration held in Alamo Plaza. This year’s theme is, “The Magic of Make Believe!” At 123 years old, this parade will enliven dreams of both young and old. Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade, April 26. One of the largest illuminated parades in the U.S., the 66th anniversary edition of the Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade celebrates the theme, “A Time to Remember.” The University of Texas Longhorn band is the premiere band that leads other marching units, including out of town bands, equestrian units, and other musical groups. The night is one of incredible entertainment in San Antonio. A Taste of the Northside, April 23. This Northside staple offers samples from more than 60 northside restaurants including top beer, fine wine, and top-shelf margaritas. Held at The Club of Sonterra, this event benefitting the Brighton Center offers both live music and free parking. For more information on upcoming Fiesta activities visit www.fiesta-sa.org for a full list of events and times.

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Anti-Aging Enhancement of Life Dr. Donna Becker, D.O. 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601 545-5224 • www.antiagingsa.com Expert Hormone Replacement for Women & Men

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Compostela: A Beautiful Journey

Submitted By Bertha Jacobson fter watching the movie The Way, Jorge and Flavia Valle knew immediately that they too, were going to complete the pilgrimage to Compostela. Life has a way to open doors to unexpected opportunities, and for them, it came in the way of the seemingly innocuous movie. The 2010 film takes his main character, played by Martin Sheen, on an emotional and physical journey through El Camino de Santiago, a 500 mile trek across Spain which culminates with the arrival at the Cathedral of Santiago, believed to be Apostle St. James’ burial place. Pilgrims have been traveling ‘El Camino’ for over fifteen hundred years, and yet, the experience is something extremely personal

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and completely different for everyone. “Walking the whole Camino in one trip was out of the question because of time constraints and job commitments,” explained Ms. Valle, “but we decided to start with the minimum distance of one hundred kilometers.” The baby boomer couple in their early sixties, who work as Court Interpreters with the Bexar County District Courts, are passionate about traveling and belong to a walking group. Nevertheless walking for nine days on the Spanish landscape was different from anything else they had ever done. Last September, following months of rigorous backpacking training, the Valles left for Spain. It proved to be more than a spiritual and physical journey. It was a challenge to their endurance, their

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determination and their courage. “Walking El Camino,” Flavia reminisces, “is not only the most physically challenging activity I have ever attempted, it is also a journey of self-growth. The first three days were the hardest, after that, you find your own momentum and your body adapts to the long walking.” The scallop shell marked route takes you through small villages where locals and pilgrims alike gather at the town’s square for an afternoon meal. The state-run hostels or albergues fill rapidly and people are allowed to stay there for only one night. The average pilgrim walks 20 km/day. “Suddenly, while walking El Camino, you perceive time and space in a different paradigm,” Valle explains. “I was able to enjoy hours of silence and deep contemplation. I made peace with myself. At other times, it was like a big walking party.” The Valles enjoyed their first experience

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of El Camino: the walking, the scenery, the reflection, meeting new friends, visiting the towns and learning about their culture and history. As soon as they came back, they started planning their second trip. They hope to continue going back until they have completed the whole pilgrimage of the French route to Compostela. To Falvia and Jorge Valle: Buen Camino!

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Jorge and Flavia Valley traveled to Spain to attempt to complete the pilgrimage to Compostela.

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pring time is here and it couldn’t have come sooner. Typically people are pulling out cleaning supplies and tidying up houses; and it shouldn’t be any different for your vehicles. Now is a great time to get your vehicle up to speed after all your winter driving. Come by Belden’s Automotive & Tires and let our certified technicians perform a Multi Point Inspection and get your vehicle ready for the hot summer driving. Here are a few

friendly reminders: Have all engine performance problems like hard starts, rough idling and stalling conditions checked out. These problems can affect your gas mileage and if corrected you can catch minor problems before they escalate into costly repairs in the future. Because over-heating is the leading cause of roadside breakdowns, Belden’s Automotive & Tires attaches special emphasis to our Cooling System Service,

make sure and have your vehicle’s cooling system serviced with a comprehensive set of products and tools to ensure reliable performance of this all-important system. Check the conditions of your tires including your spare. Remember that uneven wear, ‘cupping,’ vibrations, or ‘pulling’ to one side indicates problems with your tires or suspension system. Have your air conditioning system serviced by a qualified technician and remember the air conditioners on older vehicles often contain ozone-depleting chemicals that could be released into the air through improper service. Routine brake inspection and service is important for safety and can save you money in the long wrong. Failure to replace worn brake pads, for example, can result in more expensive damage to rotors and wheels.

Don’t forget, Belden’s Automotive & Tires wants to be your neighborhood garage. We look forward to seeing you at one of our five locations, including our newest location Belden’s Alamo Garage located at Lockhill Selma and NW Military. Don’t forget to check us out on the web for coupons and specials at www.beldensautomotive.com. Buckle up, Drive Safe and Remember at Belden’s Automotive & Tires “We Keep You Rolling!” Belden’s Automotive & Tires has Five Locations: San Pedro: 210-494-0017; Medical Center: 210-690-1100; Alamo Garage: 210-366-1122; Boerne: 830981-9700; Bulverde Rd.: 210-481-3330. For more information, call one of the locations or visit www.beldensautomotive. com

Churchill Sweeps Texas State Competition

The Lancer Dancer Dance team was named State Champions of the varsity medium team division.

Submitted By Laura Talley he Winston Churchill Dance Team, Drill Team and Pep Squad swept the Showmakers of America State Competition held at Texas State University on February 22. All three teams were named 2014 State Champions in their divisions. All three were presented special Judges awards – scoring 90 or above in all routines. They each received the Sweepstakes, Showmanship, Choreography, Precision and Technique awards. Pep Squad To earn the state title the WC Gaelen Pep Squad took 1st place in Jazz, Pom, Novelty and Military categories in a very competitive Pep Squad division. They were also named to “The Line of Champions” (for earning the top high scores within the entire competition). The Pep Squad also received the top state award at the American Drill Team School Competition held in Austin on February 15. “What an awesome ending to a fabulous competition season! The girls performed amazingly and came home with so many honors. They practiced many long hours and are exceptional in what they do,” Danielle

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Norman, Pep Squad Director of Churchill High School said. Drill Team The Grenadier Drill Team was named State Champions in the JV Dance Division. To earn the state title the team took 1st place in the Jazz category and 2nd place in both Pom and Military categories. They also were named “Best in Class” Junior Varsity and named to the “Line of Champions.” The team also took 3rd place at The American Drill Team School Competition on February 15. “The girls worked incredibly hard and I am so proud of their success. The many hours of practice and dedication paid off,” Brooke McGilloway, Dance Director of Churchill High School said. Dance Team The Lancer Dancer Dance Team was named State Champions of the Varsity Medium Team Division. The Lancer Dancers swept their category by taking 1st place in Lyrical, High Kick, Jazz and Hip Hop Dance categories. They were also named “Best in Class” and to the “Line of Champions.” The Lancers also won top state honors and were named “Best of the Best” High point winner at the American

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The Grenadier Drill team was named state champions in the JV dance division, while the Gaelen Pep Squad took first in the pep squad division.

Drill Team School Competition held in Austin on February 15. “We competed against some amazing teams and I couldn’t be prouder of what we accomplished,” Julia Hutcherson, CoCaptain, of the Lancer Dancers said. The Lancer Dancers are also traveling to The National Dance Alliance (NDA) High

School National Dance Championships at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. “I can’t describe how proud I am of these ladies, I knew from the beginning they were special. I can’t wait to share them and our amazing routines with teams from all over the country,” Emily Hersh, Captain of the Lancer Dancers said.

Student Competes At Junior Olympics

Submitted By Velizar Iliev n February 17, Saint Mary’s Hall’s student Robin Cheong won the fifth place finalist medal in the Cadet Men’s Epee fencing event at the 2014 Junior Olympics Championships in Portland, Oregon. Robin competed against 208 top male epee fencers in the United States age 17 and under. Currently, Robin is ranked fifth in Cadet Men’s Epee national points list for ages 17 and under. He presently trains at the Olympian Fencing Club in San Antonio with some of the best fencers in the nation. He is coached by Velizar Iliev a United States Olympian and 3-time World Champion. To learn more about the Olympian Fencing Club and their upcoming

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Coach Velizar Iliev with Robin Cheong after receiving his fifth place finalist medial in Portland, Oregon.

events, feel free to go to their website, www. olympianfencing.com. Congratulations Robin!

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Discoveries Thru Vision By Dr. John Nevelow Nevelow Eye Associates (210) 349-2437 • www.drsnevelow.com gritty feeling when blinking, and puffy eyelids can all be symptoms of ocular n reading articles about eye health and allergies. problems it came to my attention that Should you wear glasses or contact there are many things that affect our eyes lenses for a job interview? Of the patients and vision. The following are some of the polled 30 percent wore eyeglasses while more interesting things you may not know 42 percent wore contact lenses. It didn’t about our eyes. say which ones got the job, but ability was Eye allergies can occur anytime during probably more important. the year. Redness, itching, watering, sandyWhy does crying cause puffy eyes?

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It is because emotional tears are more watery than normal tears. The eyelids and surrounding tissues absorb some of this excess water causing them to swell and get puffy. Parents check your children’s eyes. Certain drugs such as marijuana can cause eyes to get dry, red, irritated and increase light sensitivity. So if your child shows any of these signs it doesn’t mean they are using recreational drugs, but have their eyes examined. Sleeping in contact lenses can cause some serious eye health problems. There are only a few contact lenses that are approved for extended wear use. There is a four times greater risk of eye problems from sleeping in contact lenses. No lenses should be worn for 30 days as suggested by some

manufacturers. Six days on and one day off and replace at proper intervals is the best way to wear and extended wear contact lens. Stay tuned next month to see other interesting facts about our eyes. If you have any questions about the information in this article or any other questions about eyes please call Dr.’s John and Erin Nevelow at 210-349-2437 or at our website www. drsnevelow.com. Look us up on facebook too. John M. Nevelow, O.D., is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Nevelow Eye Associates is located at 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 120. For more information, call (210) 349-2437 or visit www.drsnevelow.com.

Chips N’ Salsa: Fiesta 2014

Submitted By Jennifer Starr or its fifth year, Hope for the Future (HOPE), hosted the premiere Catholic event for San Antonio, the Khaki And Plaid Gala. The Khaki And Plaid Gala benefits the HOPE Tuition Assistance Program and the 43 Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. With anticipation and participation for the event growing each year, this year’s event had 1,150 guests attend in support of Catholic education. The event opened with a prayer from Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, who proudly looked out over the crowd and offered his thanks and praise to all for coming. Mistress of Ceremonies, Cynthia Lee of KABB-FOX, introduced event co-chairs Dr. Paul and Becky Saenz. The Saenzs are both graduates of area Catholic schools and have sent their three sons to San Antonio Catholic schools. Dr. Saenz, the team physician for the San Antonio Spurs, The fifth annual Khaki and Plaid Gala was a huge success this year and raised and his wife brought in $500,000 for students to receive financial help through HOPE. tremendous support on program showed inspiring real-life stories behalf of the event, which raised $500,000 of the families that have been helped by and will help more than 400 students receive the organization. The evening ended on an financial help through HOPE. even higher note, as the raffle winner of a A highlight of the event is the tremendous 2014 Toyota Corolla donated by the Kahlig live auction with items generously donated Auto Group was chosen and it was none to the gala. In the auction unbelievable other than KABB Fox Anchor, and proud opportunities, such as a dinner with Catholic school parent, Michael Valdes. Archbishop Gustavo on a San Antonio River HOPE provides assistance to families Cruise, had auction bidders going head to who would like to send their child to a head trying to beat the highest bid. Special Catholic school, but cannot afford to. These to the gala this year were five gourmet families know that the solid academic, cakes donated by some of San Antonio’s moral and faith filled foundation a Catholic most prominent chefs. As an added bonus, school offers, will lead their children to several priests from the Archdiocese as well college and beyond. There are more than as Archbishop Gustavo delivered the cakes 3,000 families who seek financial support to the tables and helped to serve the guests. to send their children to Catholic schools; In total the cakes raised $4,000. HOPE helps 1,900 students annually. A heart-touching video about the HOPE

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SA Youth is hosting their 2014 Chips N’ Salsa Fiesta benefit event on April 12. Since its inception, SA youth has helped more than 64,000 youths in high-risk areas.

Special To Welcome Home A Youth is excited to announce their 2014 Chips N’ Salsa – an Official Fiesta San Antonio Event benefiting SA Youth. The event will be held at the El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel Saturday, April 12 at 7 p.m. Come join a night of Chips N’ Salsa Royalty, High Roller Casino fun, Salsa dancing, VIP Room, appetizers, drinks and more! This fun filled Fiesta event has something for everyone. Try your luck at one of the many casino games tables, dance to the sounds of the live Latin band, mingle with Fiesta Royalty or gain access to the exclusive VIP room. Don’t forget to peruse our dazzling silent auction, all while enjoying appetizers and drinks for a great cause! Since its inception, SA Youth has helped more than 64,000 youths ranging from five to 24 years. SA Youth works to develop the character, strengths, talents and skills of San Antonio’s high-risk urban youth through fun, safe experiences, positive learning environments and holistic programs that inspire each individual to fulfill his or her potential personally and in the community. SA Youth programs help prevent and reduce negative and delinquent behavior, improve academic skills, increase participation in extracurricular learning experiences and improve social skills. Participating youth

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get the tools and opportunities they need to become responsible adults. All proceeds from the Chips N’ Salsa Event will support SA Youth programs. Your $50 ticket includes: admission, appetizers, entertainment, the Chips N Salsa medal and $500 in casino chips. VIP tickets are $100 and include: general admission & admittance to the exclusive VIP Area with unlimited specialty drinks. For more information visit the website www.ChipsNSalsaFiesta.com or call at 210-223-3131 ext. 207.

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10 West Business Association presents:

Guest Speaker City Council District 8

Ron Nirenberg Join us & Councilman Nirenberg for this informative meeting about news & business in District 8. When: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: Luce Ristorante e Enoteca (In the Strand Shopping Center) 11255 Huebner Rd, Ste #200 Cost: Members – $15, Non-Members – $20, Door – $25 (Lunch is included.)

E-mail: info@10westbusiness.com

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Stone Oak Business Association Presents

2014 Business Expo hosted by Ronald Reagan High School

Stone Oak Business Association (SOBA) is excited to be welcomed back to Ronald Reagan High School for the 12th Annual SOBA Business Expo. This well attended event benefits both Reagan and Johnson High Schools. As a vendor your business will gain exposure to the community, parents, teachers and students. All funds raised from the expo will help the SOBA Scholarship Program to award scholarships to outstanding seniors graduating from Reagan and Johnson Fine Arts Departments. Donated raffle items are also needed and appreciated.

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