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s I write this letter, our 2013 Winter Celebration is now over I can reflect on how blessed Welcome Home is to have been a part of this great tradition. This year’s event held at The Legacy Shopping Center was an incredible success. It was our biggest event to date. I would like to thank our presenting sponsors: Welcome Home, Santikos, North Central Baptist Hospital and Groomers Seafood. For a list of all the sponsors, vendors and participants look on page 11. With an event this size, there are so many things happening behind the scenes and I would like to share some of them with you. Our Grand Marshal, Mrs. Susie Groomer, aka my Mom, was sick all week and I was sure would not be able to attend, but somehow on the day of the event, she came out and blessed us with her presence and participated in our parade. Speaking of the parade, we had two of the best high school bands in the city, Reagan and Johnson. As many of you are aware, the Johnson football team advanced in the playoffs and was playing in Houston on December 14th, the same day as our event. By a miracle, the Johnson Band agreed to participate in our parade and then go support their team in the playoffs. CONGRATULATIONS to the Johnson football team. I don’t have the words to thank the JOHNSON BAND for staying and helping us with our event. I am so humbled by this act of kindness. Virginia Howard from Santikos did so many wonderful things to assist us in this event. All the shops in the Legacy Center were very nice to us and hopefully you will let them know how much you appreciate them. North Central Baptist Hospital assists us in too many ways to mention to make
sure this community event is successful. And of course, we are thankful to all of our volunteers. One thing that did make this year different from our prior years was seeing Santa and Mrs. Claus come in and land in AirLIFE. I was in the front taking a video as the helicopter landed. When I turned around, so I could see what others were feeling, what I saw was a sea of people. It was an amazing moment for me. When everyone is spread out, it is hard to tell how many actually attend our event, but when there are so many together in one place trying to see Santa as he gets out of the helicopter, you realize how big this event really is. For me, all the time and energy spent, converged on that one moment, making it all worth it. Of course, the marines were there in their dress blues. Another special moment was when a Bucker Fanning group of young cheerleaders brought a bunch of toys they had collected. As you can tell, the list goes on and on. This is Welcome Home’s first January edition. First, I would like to thank my staff for working together and making sure everything was in place to produce this issue. As mentioned above, we sponsor the Winter Celebration, which entail thousands of man-hours. So, to also produce a January issue is a pretty amazing feat. This is the first year I have felt that I had the staff able to accomplish this. This edition also brings in a new year. We are looking forward to bringing you your community news in 2014 and thank you for another year of continued support. HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you! As the communities that support us have helped make many of my hopes and dreams come true, I wish you and your family the same in the coming new year.
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By Amanda Burris t’s hard to focus on your love life when a carnivorous, blues-singing plant intent on ruling the world is thrown into the mix! Add some catchy songs and moments that will make you laugh out loud, and you will get the Claudia Taylor Johnson Fine Arts Department and their toe-tapping musical, Little Shop of Horrors. This musical, which will debut on February 6-9 displays to what lengths individuals will go to better their circumstances and how love can conquer all. The talented Johnson students will take their audience through a humorous story with this musical that will surely be one to remember. “I love the energy and creativity that every member brings to theatre,” said Rosemary Pfaff, who is playing one of the lead characters, Audrey. “Working with them truly feels like something important and meaningful is being created. Likewise, getting to do musical comedies, you get to hear the laughter of an audience, and you really can’t beat that sound of joy.” Johnson High School Theatre Teacher, Suzanne Martin picks out and directs all of the school plays and musicals for the year. “It is a privilege to teach and work with
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ords just don’t mean the same thing anymore. It gets quite confusing. My students say “Hey, dog!” and “You’re bad!” and then assure me I have been complimented. “Cool” things are now “hot” and it’s hard to keep up with it all! I thought, this just happens in the teen world. Surely this phenomenon is not proliferated throughout society at large! However, recently, I found myself taking all things “yuck” and “ew-w-w on The After Christmas Great Return trek. While standing in a line (that could not have been longer had Elvis himself been found alive and well, and working behind the counter) I hear, “May I help the next GUEST please?” GUEST? I’m a GUEST? Hmmm…when you have a GUEST in your home, does the GUEST bathroom have a dirty diaper
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the thoughtful, intelligent and committed actors and technical artists,” Martin said. “It is also a joy sharing these duties with my co-director, Jay Asterman. I count myself very lucky!” To find out more about Johnson Theatre and their upcoming musical, Little Shop Of Horrors, turn to page 9.
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clogging the toilet? Does it have toilet paper strewn about so that no matter what you do, like some magnetic science project gone awry, it will cling unbeknownst to your GUEST to be paraded around in public? Does it have a big sign on the back of the doors that says if your GUEST shoplifts, they will be hunted, tortured AND they will tell mom!? Do you get rid of the towels and hang a giant blow dryer on the wall? Do you have conversations like this with your GUESTS: “May I help you, ma’am?” “This vase is broken.” “How did it break, ma’am?” “I don’t know. I just took it out of the box and it was broken.” “Oh —You took it out of the box, ma’am?” “Well, yes. Yes I did” (feeling strangely guilty). “I’m sorry ma’am, but if you break the hermetically sealed box, that voids the warranty. Here is an 800 number if you have any more questions and, oh, thank you for shopping with us. Next GUEST please!” Why not just say, “May I help the next naïve person who is hoping I can solve their problem when I just want to take my break? Doesn’t sound as nice but at least this GUEST won’t be expecting tea and pastries served on the good china, right? Words have changed, folks. Better take your teen with you so you know if you are “down with that” or even know where to start when replying to a sincere, “Sup, Dawg?” Debby (who is taking New English classes) can be reached at writewell62@ yahoo.com.
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id you know that according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over 43 million dogs are considered overweight? That’s over 55 percent of the dog population in US households! Studies have shown that being overweight in pets (as well as humans) can take years off a life and contribute to a slew of health problems. The five most common risk factors of overweight pets are:
1. Osteoarthritis and Poor Joint Health 2. Type 2 Diabetes 3. Knee/Hip/Ligament Injury 4. Heart & Respiratory Disease 5. Kidney Disease During the first part of the year many people make resolutions to get in shape. Things are great weeks one and two, week three life gets in the way and the enthusiasm fades, week five you start to plateau so more “life” gets in the way, week nine you’re getting over the flu so you “pause” your routine, by week 12 you’re done! One of the biggest reasons for quitting this resolution is lack of a support system. You’re more likely to succeed if you have someone cheering you on. This is why your canine best friend
can ultimately be your training best friend. So if this year, make Fido your training partner. The benefits are plentiful. The most important benefit is that your pet will NEVER come up with an excuse to NOT train that day. Once it’s a routine they like they’ll always be the first one ready and waiting to get started each day. They won’t be late because of a conference call or traffic and they will enthusiastically encourage you to go those few extra blocks. Now this may not be the case the first time out. If your pet is one of the millions of overweight dogs out there, they too may have an aversion to going that extra mile. They’ll want to go because they generally love doing stuff with you and being outside is a bonus. Just give them a little time to get use to the exercise. Soon you and he will be at the same level and the inches will just be falling off. Another fringe benefit of this routine is:
an exercised pet makes for a tired pet, which makes for a better-behaved pet in the house. You could see common behavior problems disappear with exercise. If you find you’re having a hard time getting started because of Fido’s weight or leash behavior, give us a call at K9CC. We’d be glad to help you get started. K9 Country Club is located at 31305 Oak View, Bulverde TX 78163. For more information, call (830) 980-8476 or visit www. k 9 c o u n t r y c l u b. net.
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ensure the best visual outcome possible. Optometrists provide our aging population with pre and post cataract surgery care. After all, who knows better when someone is ready for cataract surgery than his or her eye doctor? Optometrists are able to manage dry eyes and ocular allergies with the latest developments in medications and technology. These are just a few of the reasons to see an optometrist yearly. Should your optometrist not be capable of providing the type of eye care you are looking for, then find one who does. It can be the difference between good vision and healthy eyes. Should you have any questions concerning this topic or other eye concerns please contact Drs. John and Erin Nevelow at 210-349-2437 or email questions to jmnevelowod@satx.rr.com and look us up on Facebook. John M. Nevelow, O.D., is a fellow of the Foundation of the American Academy of
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Register For 4th Annual Run For The Heights! Submitted By Michelle Kaiman ommit yourself to health and wellness in 2014 by registering for the 4th Annual Run for the Heights, a 5K Run/Walk, Kids’ Fun Run, and Health Fair, to be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, February 22, at Tuscany Heights Elementary. KENS 5 Sports Anchor and Reporter, Vinnie Vinzetta, will emcee the event, starting at 8 a.m. with the Opening Ceremony. The Kids’ Fun Run will take off at 8:05 a.m. and the challenging chip-timed 5K will follow at 8:30 a.m. There will be awards for
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Johnson Theatre Takes The Stage Joshua Riding and Rosemary Pfaff play Seymour and Audrey in the musical Little Shop Of Horrors.
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t is not uncommon for people to search for happiness in their lives, but when the person is a man named Seymour who works at a floral shop, home to a carnivorous plant seeking to rule the world, things can get a bit crazy. This wild story will be played out and sung by the Claudia Taylor Johnson High School Fine Arts Department during their hit musical, Little Shop of Horrors this February. “Seymour, a young, lovable and naïve botanist discovers a strange, animate plant who offers to give him everything he’s never been able to have –money, fame and the love of sweet and underappreciated Audrey,” explained student Rosemary Pfaff. “But eventually, Seymour realizes that in order to obtain these desires, he’ll have to gingerly walk across the rope between moral virtue and evil.” This Howard Ashman –Alan Menken musical found its start as a B sci-fi horror movie. Known for its catchy songs such as Suddenly Seymour, Somewhere That’s Green and the title song, Little Shop of Horrors, it is sure to get people laughing and tapping their toes For the Johnson Theatre department, the year has already had a successful start with two plays. They opened this year’s season with a new take on Medea by Euripides, a classic Greek tragedy. Following this play, they put on Dearly Departed by David Bottrell and Jessie Jones, a hilarious southern comedy. This past December the students also had auditions for their U.I.L. One-Act Play, Side Man, which will be featured in March. “Our productions are back to back,” said Johnson Theatre director Suzanne Martin. “When we strike one show, we begin rehearsals the next week! Therefore, it is essential that we (the directors) have everything planned at the beginning of the school year: the set designs, audition materials, play analysis, etc…” Auditions take time, practice and dedication for the participating students. Musical auditions began with a prepared song and monologue that the students performed for the judges. The following day, callbacks were posted for the character that they were being considered for. For callback auditions, the students had a chance to impress the judges once more by singing a song by their selected character and performing a monologue, a scene with other characters and a dance they quickly learned. The next day, cast results were in, and consisted of a talented group of individuals. Seymour is being played by senior Joshua Riding, a Johnson Theatre student who got into theatre his sophomore year of high school. “Seymour is the play’s insecure, naïve, put-upon florist’s clerk hero,” said Riding. “Above all, he’s a sweet and wellmeaning young man.”
Through his journey involving fame for discovering the exotic plant that craves blood, and his love for Audrey, the musical finds its amusing story. The character Audrey is played by senior choir student, Rosemary Pfaff. “She grew up in poverty with no father and has the typical ‘daddy issues,’” Pfaff explained about her character. “Audrey allows others to abuse her because she truly believes that she is cheap, dispensable and worthless. Although she has a kind and compassionate heart –one that kindles a special love for Seymour –she is afraid to show it because she can’t fathom the idea that anyone beyond an A-level creep would look twice at her.” The type of creep that Audrey is used to is Orin, the sadistic dentist who is played by junior Kendall Dunlap who joined theatre his freshmen year. Orin finds pleasure through others suffering and enjoys inflicting pain on his patients and Audrey. One of the other lead characters of Little Shop Of Horrors is Mr. Mushnik, owner of Mushnik’s Skid Row Florist Shop, which is home to the man-eating plant. Senior AJ Perez plays this stereotypical business owner, who is not above using Seymour to gain fame. “These [were] the most intense auditions that I have participated in,” Perez said. “I practiced night and day for the week preceding auditions, and even more preparation went into call backs. Countless hours were spent talking to myself in the mirror, and I’m pretty sure my dad grew tired of hearing me sing about an overgrown avocado.” Through these unique main characters and the rest of the cast, the musical Little Shop Of Horrors is sure to be spectacular. Mrs. Martin and co-director Jay Asterman will be working with the students to put on this musical and teach the students that excellence is a habit. The cast will be required to put forth dedication and their time to develop their character as well as help to bring the production together as a whole. “When you are blessed with a role, you are taking on a huge responsibility,” said Kendall Dunlap. “Rehearsal is everyday leading up to the play and can last until 10 p.m. at night. As the play or musical gets closer, you are rehearsing on the weekends too.” While it takes a lot of hard work and practice to be part of the Johnson Theatre or in one of their productions, it is also a wonderful opportunity to make new friendships and grow as an actor and/or singer. “The motto of our department is simple: Discipline. Effort. Class,” said Mrs. Martin. “Successful students are disciplined and enjoy working with and helping each other. Learning to work in an ensemble is a must! Talent only takes you so far… enthusiasm and effort creates excellence. And we always try to have fun too!”
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Student Kendall Dunlap who will be playing Orin the dentist.
Student AJ Perez who will be playing Mr. Mushnik.
Little Shop Of Horrors will hit the Johnson High School stage on February 6-8 at 7 p.m. and on February 9 at 2 p.m. Come out and support the Johnson Fine Arts students as they bring joy to the audience through this love story with a twist. General admission tickets are $10 and reserved seating is $12. Tickets can be ordered by calling 210-356-0613 or bought at the door.
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Winter Celebration: Bringing the Holidays To Life By Amanda Burris
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is the season to be jolly…and Northern San Antonio was just that this past December. The holidays bring joy to both kids and adults, and traditions are ever present in a variety of ways. Whether it is giving back to the community, spending time with friends and family, indulging in delicious treats or watching holiday performances, this season is filled with an array of delights that bring out the best in people. There has been one event that has grown to encompass all of these traditions while highlighting what we love most about the holidays, and this year didn’t disappoint. The Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving put on the annual Winter Celebration featuring AirLife Santa at the Legacy Shopping Center on December 14. “Winter Celebration is about recognizing how blessed we are in our community and providing a venue to give back as a community through an incredible organization like Toys For Tots,” said Russell Groomer, the publisher of Welcome Home who started Winter Celebration ten years ago. “I love living in the United States, and living in a military town like San Antonio, I sought out an organization that helps kids and also was military based.” Toys for Tots is a nationwide organization headed by the United States Marine Corps that aims to change the lives of local children by keeping their spirits intact. Each year, there is a friendly competition between the schools to raise toys for this program before Winter Celebration. For the actual event, people were also encouraged to bring toys to donate to this great cause. This year, due to Winter Celebration moving to a larger location and reaching out to more of the Northern San Antonio community, the event was even bigger and better than before. “Watching Winter Celebration become what it is today has been stressful and amazing,” said Kristin Oliver, Welcome Home’s event coordinator for Winter Celebration. “The bigger it gets the more work there is, but at the same time the feeling of accomplishment is incomparable to any other event that I coordinate.” Winter Celebration kicked off with a parade featuring two bands, over ten different mascots, a variety cheer and dance groups and other special guests, groups and vehicles. “Having been part of the Reagan Band for four years now, I always enjoy and cherish the chance to get back into uniform and perform with the rest of my friends and peers,” said Alexander Jones, a member of the Ronald Reagan Band who has participated in the Winter Celebration parade for all four years of his high school career. “The band has a great time supporting the community and having fun at the same time by spending time with friends and family.” After a fun and exciting start to the event, Winter Celebration continued with a number of performances. There was a DJ and dance stage, a band stage, a choir stage and an area for street performances. All of these were filled with a number of organizations and schools that put on performances for all in attendance. Also at the event, children had the opportunity to take pictures with Santa, there was 30,000 pound of snow (a treat for those of us accustomed to the warmer South Texas winters), carnival rides and an abundance of great vendors. This year, Scavenger Hunt took place at the actual event. Those wanting to participate in Scavenger Hunt had from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. to visit all of the booths and get a stamp. For each stamp, participants got a general prize drawing ticket and for every 15 stamps they got a grand prize drawing ticket. The vendors that participants got to visit ranged from restaurants to banks to medical services and much more. “We enjoy the event because it is the whole area coming together to show support for each other and it allows the community, organizations and businesses all to have fun at an event together,” explained Brandon Heinsohn, the Director of Operations for The Egg & I Restaurants who has participated for the past three years. The 2013 Winter Celebration was without a doubt a huge success. It was through the time and effort put into planning, the sponsors and vendors, the great turnout and the wonderful individuals who were part of the event that made it truly a special day. “The Winter Celebration not only highlights the festivities and atmosphere that come with the holiday season, but also the bond that the community shares,” Alexander Jones said. “Seeing so many of the community’s residents, both children and adults, really promotes the importance of a strong connection within the community.” As a tradition that continues to grow stronger each year, Winter Celebration remains a wonderful event for a great cause. Welcome Home looks forward to an even better event next year in December 2014. Until then, Welcome Home would like to wish everyone a very happy new year!
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Thank You To the Winter Celebration Vendors & Volunteers!
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elcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving would like to thank the 2013 Winter Celebration vendors, parade participants and performers for participating in this year’s event. Winter Celebration expanded to be bigger than before this past year. Kicking off with a parade, it got everyone pumped up and ready for to spend a day filled with holiday spirit. The outstanding vendor participation also made this year a hit. The vendors brought merchandise, food, entertainment and an opportunity for
the public to get to know some of the local businesses. Students and groups also put on performances on stages throughout the day among the vendor booths. Through these groups, the performers helped to show the community how active and talented local schools and organizations truly are in our area. Through the support and turnout of all who had a booth as a vendor and those who signed up to participate in the parade and perform, the 10th annual Winter Celebration was a huge success. Another thank you to all of those who helped make this event what it was!
Thank you to the 2013 Winter Celebration Vendors: Groomers Seafood The Egg and I Texas Fertility Clinic MetLife Home and Auto Chick-fil-A TPC San Antonio JW Marriott Zules Flores Emerald Homes Chole & Isabel Farmers Insurance Southern Journey Tip Top Construction SABOR Colombinao on Wheels State Farm-Betsy Dippo Betsy Truck Benson Honda Sideliners Magnolia Designs
Gigis Cupcakes Plan Ahead Events South Hills Designs Pronto Insurance Bulverde Academy of Music San Antonio Children’s Museum LED Services KSLR/The FISH Smokey Mo’s School of Rock Farm to Juice Santikos Warm Springs Woodlawn Theater Two Sisters Salon Advocare Sweet Cece’s One Source Data 3T San Antonio
Taco Cabana Renova Hand Centers San Martin Orthodontics Love to Swim and Tumble Great Clips Joy Concessions Legend Physical Therapy Spurs Sports and Entertainment North Central Christian Church Massage Health Origami Owls Living Lockets Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids TPC Dental Life Style Chiropractic Learning RX Vantage Bank Park West Ave Zars and Rogers Marie’s Accessories
Junior State of America AGS Cakes Independence Hill Love to Swim and Tumble Sunset North Funeral Home New York Life Insurance Mary Kay Elite Emergency Care I9 Sports Lion and Rose Reality Bites Dental Silver Leaf Resorts Younique Boutique Hyatt Resort Firehouse Subs AMS Insurance
Thank you to the 2013 Winter Celebration Parade Participants & Performers: Johnson Fine Arts Dance Reagan High School Dance Heather Stolle’s School of Dance Jumping Dragons Woodlawn Theatre Cynergy Dance San Antonio Youth Ballet: Ballet SA Kathy Marfin’s Performing Group Spring Branch Middle School Dance Leading Edge Dance Company Vineyard Ranch Chorale Aue Elementary Choir Bulverde Academy of Music Samantha Wasaff Alaya Daoud Primrose School of Stone Oak Hannah Cavazos
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You Are Not Too Young For Menopause
By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 recently attended seminars at the American College for Advancement in Medicine, featuring the latest trends in alternative or integrative medicine and new research from scientists and physicians. The opening speaker was none other than Suzanne Sommers. Sommers has a new book detailing the disturbing trend of younger age at menopause/andropause... I have seen this in my practice, also. About 10 years ago, when I first had an office, most clients were
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progestin, similar name but different molecule and actions. Progestin was used along with horse derived estrogen in the infamous WHI study, which newspapers inaccurately publicized as: “hormones are killing women.” Later analysis showed that when progestin was added to the synthetic in their late 40s or 50s. Now, the age range horse derived estrogen, invasive breast is between 35-45! cancer had a slight increase. So the take It begins in women, usually at night home message should have been: “avoid with increasingly uncomfortable feeling of synthetic hormones, especially progestins,” warmth and worsening insomnia, followed but instead it was “avoid all hormones.” by exhaustion and irritability during the day. Progesterone is not progestin and should Andropause, or the decline of testosterone not be confused as that. This is what you in men, begins with general feelings of should do if you are wondering, “am I fatigue –too tired to work out and lack going through the change?” Ask your of interest in sex. Both sexes experience doctor to (please) check an FSH/LH level. weight gain along with commonly, feelings Follicle stimulating hormone/Leutinizing of depression. hormones come from the brain and are The first hormone to decline in women increased to 23 or greater if in menopause. is progesterone, not to be confused with If in perimenopause, FSH/LH will be less the pharmaceutical –made up in a lab- than 23. Perimenopause is characterized
Step Into Decorating
Decorating Introductions: • Our chocolate colors continue to lead the way with some beautiful spa blues and greens. • Textures are again heavy with animal prints. By Mary Lozano-Jenkins • Bling has come into our lives with our The Jenkins Interior Design Group, Inc. accessories and even new furniture lines. (210) 490-0161 • More functional tables are emerging he beginning of a New Year comes that I have not met yet. 2014 brings a fresh to accommodate the technical lives that we with excitement and novelty. The lists new color palette for decorating and design. live. • Rugs are hotter than ever and so are are written, the goals are set, and the The big markets are here and we are beginning of the year is here. excited about attending and seeing all the drapes. Softness mixed with heavy textures After a few weeks of 2014 have passed, new items that are being introduced. Our dominate the window industries. • Natural stones, bling, glass and mirrors I can say that interior designing and vendors have been preparing for these are entering our lives in furniture as well as decorating is at the top of the list for many of markets for weeks. floor and wall coverings. my clients…and for those potential clients
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Silver Stars Dance Into The Year
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each styles of dance. Throughout the year, the girls continue their growth as they perform at every football game and pep rally, as well as some of the boys and girls basketball games. The team also stays involved by participating in community service projects as well as hosting events such as the Daddy-Daughter Dance. This year, the Daddy-Daughter Dance will take place Saturday, February 8th at Lost Mission, a spacious venue that is right down the road from Spring Branch Middle School. “The Daddy-Daughter Dance began two years ago as a simple fundraising idea, but has grown into a grand community event,” explained Guidorzi. “A dad, or any father figure, can bring their daughter for a wonderful wholesome night of fun! All proceeds go to the Dance Booster Club for the needs of the team and the ongoing success of the organization.” The event will feature snacks, a DJ and, of course, beautiful girls dressed up and ready to spend a memorable night with their dad or father figure. Tickets are $25 or $30
Call us for your consultations. With over 7,000 vendors, we are here to help you update, organize, and yes…furnish your home with gorgeous furniture, artwork and accessories. Remodeling has been keeping us busy as well. Our MAGICAL MAKEOVERS are truly MAGIC. The Home Is Your Castle! For more information, contact Mary Lozano-Jenkins, Registered Interior Designer or Jessica C. Jenkins, Interior Decorator at (210) 490-0161 or via email at mjkgl@aol.com or jessicajenkins2@gmail.com. Visit Jenkins Interior Design Group online at www. thejenkinsinteriordesigngroup.com. Join The Jenkins Interior Design Group on Facebook, Twitter and on LinkedIn.
SVHS Runner Qualifies For National Races Submitted By Jason Gordon mithson Valley High School star distance runner Devin Clark has added to her fine athletic resume once again. Clark, a junior who has earned seven UIL state track and field and cross-country medals in her career, qualified for the Foot Locker National Cross Country Championships in San Diego that occurred on December 14. She represented SVHS and raced 40 of the best runners in the nation for All-American honors. Clark qualified earlier in November for the Nike Cross Country Nationals, which were held on December 7 in Portland, OR. She is one of only four girls in the nation to qualify for both the Nike and Foot Locker national races. “I never thought I’d qualify for both races,” Clark said. “It’s always a great thing to be able to represent Smithson Valley and Comal ISD on a national level.”
Clark traveled to North Carolina in late November, where she raced the best runners from the Southern U.S. region for a chance to earn a spot at the Foot Locker National Cross Country Championships. She finished Devin Clark, champion runner from SVHS. 7th out of 136 competitors. Clark’s final time for the 5K qualifying run was 17 minutes, 18 seconds. “Despite being very sick and running in sub-30 degree temperatures, Devin managed to finish the race strong, catching three girls in the final 200 meters to earn a spot at nationals,” said SVHS head coach Brittney Lanehart.
at the door. This year, families also have the option to purchase dinner before the dance begins. As Guidorzi takes on each new year with a new team, it has been rewarding for her to watch the dancers become a cohesive team, make new friendships and break out of their shells, blossoming into hard working, strong young women. “I hope that because they are part of this team, the girls will have more confidence in who they are and who they want to be,” said
Guidorzi. “I am not just speaking in terms of dance, but in terms of life. In middle school and high school there is a lot of peer pressure and opportunity for students to go down the wrong path. Therefore, as a member of this dance team, I hope my girls gain the knowledge that they are not alone and that they are truly valued just as they are. I also hope my girls gain valuable leadership skills and perspective in order to better prepare them for their futures in this world.”
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By Amanda Burris ance is not only an expression of rhythm and talent, but it is an art form that builds character, challenges your mind and can help build friendships that will last a lifetime. At Spring Branch Middle School, the dance program has developed into a competitive extracurricular program that 19 talented young ladies have had the pleasure to be part of this year. “I have found that each year the participants possess a stronger skill set and the energy within the program increases,” said Spring Branch Middle School Dance Coach, Anna Guidorzi. “This is directly related to the enormous dedication of the Silver Star dancers and their parents to achieve success. Spring Branch Middle School has the most wonderful young ladies on the team, who all love to dance and are devoted to their fellow teammates.” The Silver Star dancers are knowledgeable of numerous styles of dance that can range from jazz, hip-hop, pom, kick or even novelty pieces. These talented young ladies are also trained in various skills such as turns and leaps as well as unique steps for
by excess estrogen (surprise!) with lack of progesterone. Men should have testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin, and estradiol levels obtained. Testosterone can vary depending on stress levels and even time of day. So get a repeat level in the afternoon several weeks after the first blood draw. Answer the question, “Am I too young for this?” by getting your blood levels checked! Then seek a competent, caring physician who will listen to you, check blood values (never saliva), and get ready to enjoy your second 50 years! Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified Physician. 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.
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Home Is Where YOUR Heart Is!
By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 e’ve heard it said that a house does that come with home ownership plus not make a “home” and that the more, including: restaurant style dining, “life” lived in the house makes it housekeeping/linen services, maintenance, a “home.” It’s hard for us to realize that there full social calendar, transportation and many comes a point where staying in “the house” other in-house services that give you the can be hard, lonely and possibly unsafe. If freedom you want. you are becoming isolated due to health, The freedom to go shopping without loss of a spouse, not being able to drive or help, traveling with friends, joining exercise not having neighbors your age, your home is classes and social clubs, starting new hobbies becoming more of a house! and living an active lifestyle at the pace you Focusing on the fact that you make choose. When people decide to move in, “the house a home” allows you to be open they usually realize that they held on to the emotionally to create a new and better life house too long and recognize the risk. for the next chapters in store. Assisted Living Communities are another Sometimes in an effort to continue to live option. Many people mistake this with a in their house, people may choose to have nursing home. Unlike a nursing home, those helpers or assistants come in to help out living in an assisted living community are with daily personal needs. Far too often, it is still active and able to do many things on found to be difficult to depend on one person their own. Needing that little extra help does and it can be costly. not mean you should be going to a skilled Two great options that can provide nursing facility. the help needed that most of us desire At Independence Hill Assisted Living, are Independent and Assisted Living residents might need something as simple as communities. What’s the difference? medication reminders or help with dressing Independent Living Retirement or bathing. Once someone moves in, they Communities take care of all the burdens tend to become more active and independent
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Eating Right For A Long, Healthy Life
By Lee Adams, PA FP Walk-In Clinic (210) 402-0090 ver the last months, we’ve been discussing how a few factors can have a significant impact on our health and help decrease risk of chronic illness while adding to our quality and length of life. Last month, we looked at the benefits of exercise and how much exercise is recommended. Although there are numerous ideas and strategies, the main idea is to “do SOMETHING.” This month we will be discussing the importance of diet. As we find ourselves in an obesity epidemic, which is linked to numerous chronic diseases, it’s no surprise that many people’s attention has been focused on dietary strategies to reduce weight. These strategies include various commercially available plans that require a person to purchase a company’s food and others that suggest you cut out or greatly reduce the intake of certain macronutrients (ie low fat, low carbohydrate) or simply reducing calorie intake to a very low level which is not a healthy long term option. While many of these diets may result in short-term weight loss, the goal should be to make sustainable changes that will allow you to lose weight and maintain the weight loss. Since 1992, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has provided a guide to assist people in planning a healthy diet. The Food Pyramid was replaced in 2010 with the graphical representation “MyPlate” which is available at www.chooseMyPlate. gov. In “MyPlate,” a typical plate is divided into quarters; approximately 25 percent
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of the plate is allotted for each of the four main food groups and a side of dairy. Basic guidelines for the various groups include “Vary your vegetables,” “Make at least half of your grains whole,” “Go lean with the protein,” “Focus on fruits,” and “Get your calcium rich foods.” By using the guide as a model for what our plates should look like, we can be on the way to maintaining a healthy weight and decreasing our risk for chronic diseases. Other tips that are easy to follow and can help ensure a healthy diet include: enjoy your favorite foods but pay attention to portion size, increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, switch to low fat or fat free milk, reduce or avoid foods that are highly processed or include added sugars, salts, and solid fats, and drink water instead of sugary drinks. If you incorporate these tips into your daily eating plan and realize that you’re making a lifestyle change, you can begin to maintain a healthy weight and enjoy a long, happy life. For more information on how you can minimize your risk of being diagnosed with a chronic disease by simply implementing “Lifestyle Modifications,” stop by FP Walk In Clinic, or call their friendly staff at 210402-0090. Visit FP Walk-In Clinic today at 115 Gallery Circle, Suite 102 (next to Stone Oak MRI) and let PA Adams and the friendly staff help you manage your chronic medical diagnoses or find relief for your acute concern.
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Life Is Timeless. as they now have many opportunities to go places, dine with friends and have a full social calendar. There are many things that make Independence Hill Assisted Living a “home.” Its size allows for a quaint closeknit family. Its unique design with birds, plants and large atriums brings the outdoors in, creating a park-like feel. The upstairs family game room with its heavy wooden beams and fireplace reminds you of a ski chalet. Come experience all that is offered while enjoying a personal lunch and tour. Call one of our Lifestyle Specialist today. Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community is located at 20450 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call (210) 209-8956 or visit www.independencehill.com.
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A Word From Tuscany
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hallenge: List every possession you own, along with each items worth. Now imagine doing this after your belongings have been stolen or destroyed in a fire or natural disaster. The task may now seem impossible. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be. Creating a home inventory with the State Farm HomeIndex makes the job easier. Why do I need a home Inventory? A home inventory can be used to help you make coverage decisions. It also can simplify filing an insurance claim, help you secure a settlement and prove useful when verifying property loss for taxes. Despite the importance of an inventory many individuals don’t have a detailed record of their belongings. According to a 2012 survey from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, 59 percent of consumers don’t have an inventory. Of those who do, many haven’t kept the records up to date or didn’t include the necessary documentation. How do I make an inventory with HomeIndex? HomeIndex is a free online tool for documenting possessions. You can access HomeIndex through your smartphone, tablet and computer. The program guides
you through each step of the process, including: Making a List. HomeIndex helps you group belongings into logical categories or sort them by room. Use this check list to make sure you don’t leave anything off the list. Creating a thorough record. Add detail to your inventory with product descriptions, including the item’s make, model, serial number, date of purchase and purchase price. Also upload photos of the item along with a copy of the sales receipt or appraisal. Updating your inventory. HomeIndex offers whenever, wherever access to your inventory. This makes it quick and easy to add an item to your list or edit an entry. Storing it in a safe place. Print hard copies of your inventory and store it in multiple locations or keep it digital. HomeIndex stores your inventory safely and securely in the cloud, and it’s accessible from any mobile device or computer. You can even email the inventory directly to your agent. Betsy Dippo, State Farm agent, Long Term Care Professional. Betsy’s office is located at 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 112, San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call 210- 496-3276 or visit www.betsydippo.com.
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By Tara Bailey Principal Tuscany Heights 210-407-8200
uscany Heights Elementary is always booming with great student leadership, above and beyond staff role models, and extreme parental support! With the three of these, we get to enjoy the educational opportunities amongst our building. Our students are consistently documenting their goals and tracking their performances in their Leadership Notebooks while teachers are creating lesson plans and instructional activities that provide total participation, strong vocabulary, technology infused, and meaningful inquiry into what lies before their students. Our parents work around the clock to
ensure teachers have the necessities at their fingertips to instruct our student leaders as well as share their creative talents with us through positive and healthy events. We recently received recognition for our wellness focus for food choices, actionbased learning lab (physical and academic challenges), Annual PTA Run for the Heights, etc. We are also collaborating with a student campus improvement team for the first year to help develop more ideas for student-centered achievements. Without the efforts of our staff, the ambition of our students, and the support of our families, we wouldn’t be the collaborative community that I take pride in being a part of; however, the three truly bring great things to our school.
Timberwood Park Hosts Movie Night Submitted By Lauren Lichte he Leadership Council members at Timberwood Park Elementary showed how thankful they are for family by hosting a “Be Thankful for Family” game and movie night this past November. The event took place on Friday, November 15 in the school gym. There were roughly 100 people in attendance. Families came and enjoyed an evening of games, popcorn, and a movie. “Be Thankful for Family” movie and game night was a way for the Leadership Council members to welcome students and their families for a fun and safe evening at the school. The school wanted students to show their appreciation for family by spending a quality evening with them. Students were asked to bring their favorite family game to play and then participants watched A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Leadership Council is the same thing as student council but Timberwood Park changed the name to better match their leadership program this year. The organization provides community service opportunities for its members as well as ways for them to be leaders at the
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Mrs. Lichte, Kendal, Kelly, Shelby and Sarah all part of the leadership council, welcome families.
school. In December the Leadership Council held a stuffed animal drive for the children at North Central Baptist Hospital stuck in the hospital over the holidays. The members wanted to do something special to help other children who could use a little cheer this holiday season. They collected new stuffed animals from December 2 through December 13 and then delivered them to the children the next day. Each member is learning how to be productive leader not only in their school but also in their community.
Bulverde/Spring Branch Library News By Sam Salas, Librarian Bulverde/Spring Branch Library (830) 438-4864 he Bulverde-Spring Branch Library understands that with the New Year come new resolutions. One of those changes will most likely involve improving one’s health. The BSB Library is making these lifestyle changes a little easier by offering fitness equipment for checkout. The newly added fitness kits, or FitKits, include a variety of equipment and DVDs. Items such as hand weights, kettle bells, weighted hoola-hoops, balancing balls, and elastic bands are available for checkout along with accompanying DVDs for a three week period. The BSB Library also has DVDs on Pilates, yoga and belly dancing available for checkout. The Friends of the BSB Library welcome Texas writer/historian Mike Cox as he explores the inception and rise of the famed Texas Rangers on Thursday, January 30th at 6:15 p.m. A former award-
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winning journalist for the Austin AmericanStatesman and other Texas newspapers, Mike Cox will present the history of the Texas Rangers from their tumultuous beginning to their decades of fighting outlaws, and Award-winning how they became one journalist Mike Cox, of the fiercest law will present the history enforcement groups of the Texas Rangers in America. From to the Bulverde Spring Stephen Austin in the Branch Library. early days through the Civil War, the first eighty years of the Texas Rangers is nothing less than phenomenal, and the efforts put forth in those days set the foundation for the Texas Rangers that keep Texas safe today. For more information call the library at 830-438-4864 or visit the library’s website at www.bsblibrary.org.
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he holidays are the perfect time to open your homes to your loved ones, making memories, sharing laughs and enjoying the holidays together. Each holiday season – and for over 30 years – The Jenkins Interior Design Group has helped clients transform their homes into beautiful, comfortable and inviting living spaces reflective of their style, tastes and personality. With a brand new year just around the corner, The Jenkins Interior Design Group can help make your decorating dreams come true. A passion for interior design combined with nearly 30 years of experience has catapulted The Jenkins Interior Design Group to success. Mary Lozano Jenkins, Registered Interior Designer and founder and owner of The Jenkins Interior Design Group, began her career in interior design working with a national firm for 14 years. After building her way to the top of the company and managing over 365 designers nationwide, Jenkins started her own business in San Antonio. Today, she works out of her home with her daughters, Jessica Jenkins Trevino and Jennifer Jenkins, Interior Decorators, balancing a busy schedule full of remodeling jobs and signature Magical Home Makeovers. Clientele of the Jenkins Interior Design Group vary. From the new homeowner with a fresh, blank, open space, to those who simply want to remodel or update a room, both mother and daughter are expert designers in all domains. Mary is also a Willow House Design consultant, professional organizer and feng shui consultant. The Jenkins Interior Design Group begins the interior design process by arranging an initial in-home consultation with each client called a “design preview.” Together, the designer and client develop a decorating plan. Mary and her daughters use the floor plans of their clients’ homes to help evaluate the best way pieces can fit into any given space. With over 7,000 product lines to choose from, Jenkins can complete any project in any style the client desires. “We are constantly updating and stocking our showroom as we discover the latest and greatest artwork, botanicals, rugs, tableware and much more,” stated Mary. “We have also expanded our accessory lines, added new lines in lighting, flooring and tableware, and have kept extremely busy with our Magical Home Makeovers.” Magical Home Makeovers, a signature service provided by
the Jenkins Interior Design Group, allow clients to update a room in their home by rearranging existing furniture, artwork and other pieces to create a fresh new look. Oftentimes, Mary and her team will introduce accent pieces of their own to help tie the look together. These Magical Makeovers can help a home feel “new” again, regardless of whether the client has lived there for a few months or 20 years. “We look at the homeowner’s current style and décor and assess the room that requires the work,” Mary explained. “Lately, we’ve been helping our clients with a lot of remodeling jobs; new countertops and bathroom remodels, flooring, drapes, shutters and blinds…from the new homeowner to the person who just wants a whole new look, we’ve done it all.” Gloria Garza, a client of Mary’s for six years, initially contacted her for a “Magical Makeover.” “I kept reading about Mary in Welcome Home and several people had mentioned her name,” said Garza. I finally decided to give her a call! She gave it a Magical Makeover and I absolutely loved it. She took my things, organized and rearranged furniture, and brought in some of her accent pieces to add.” Jessica, too, has experienced great success as a designer and professional organizer. Assisting her mother since the age of 15, she has grown and evolved while establishing a loyal client base. One such client, Delia Arida, trusted Jessica to help adjust her home’s existing décor to achieve a fresh, innovative look. “When [my husband and I] first met Jessica, she was very
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open to helping us rearrange what we already had, which is great, because we were new to the area and couldn’t just go out and spend a lot of money right away,” explained Arida. “Later on, we worked with other things, we mixed and matched, and [the accent pieces] she brought really sparked everything up. It made everything so warm, pleasing and different.” No matter the change you desire, the room you wish to update, or the design ambience you wish to achieve, the Jenkins Interior Design Group will work with you – side by side – closely observing your budget and respecting the overall vision for your home. Many clients actually end up saving money, time and resources when enlisting the services of the Jenkins Interior Design Group. “Our prices are incredible on furniture,” Mary stated. “We are a dealer to a lot of major lines, so we’re able to save our clients a fair amount of money and time. We’re basically a one-stop shopping source that can offer [clients] tremendous savings.” The Jenkins Interior Design Group handles everything from drapery, soft and hard window treatments and bedding to accessory lines including rugs, lamps and greenery. The Jenkins Interior Design Group can help select the right tile, backsplash, colors and furniture to complete any room. With a multitude of invaluable resources and working relationships with vendors and contractors across the country, the Jenkins Interior Design Group can help anyone searching for an updated look or a complete design overhaul achieve their dream home with ease. “It’s important to be comfortable in your style and make sure it’s what you really want,” concluded Mary. “Stay in touch with the style that you love, not someone else’s.”
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Helping Our Four Legged Friends Special To Welcome Home ttention Stone Oak and Bulverde Residents! Did you know one of your neighbors was responsible for saving over 500 lives in 2013, all with the help of some community volunteers? Did you know you can help save even more lives in 2014? TracysDogs is located outside Timberwood Park, on West Borgfeld Road. They began in early 2011 with a very simple purpose: give South Texas dogs, with pending euthanasia dates, a greater degree of visibility and exposure to those who might be willing to adopt, foster, or rescue. The dogs are San Antonio’s stray and abandoned dogs located at animal care services, Brooks City Base shelter and other high-kill shelters in South Texas. After nearly three years, and more than 6,000 videos posted to TracysDogs.com and YouTube, the results have been inspirational. Thousands of dogs once facing the imminent danger of euthanasia through no fault of their own, are now living wonderful lives with their new families around the country (and in Canada too). The focus of the program is the National Rescue and Transport Initiative. In 2012 and 2013 more than 860 dogs with pending euthanasia dates were saved as part of the program. This mission is made possible through kind and generous donors and volunteers. This would not be possible without the allvolunteer network of fosters and volunteers willing to take dogs into their homes for a short-term commitment. Local TracysDogs’ fosters fulfill a very important role in saving the lives of dogs
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facing the imminent danger of euthanasia in South Texas. The more local fosters willing to care, the more TracysDogs can pull from the shelters throughout San Antonio and surrounding areas. “I have been a foster for TracysDogs since 2013 and I can’t begin to explain how rewarding it is. Although it is hard to give them up when it is time, the photos of the dogs meeting their new families are priceless,” volunteer, Cathi Pettersen said. “One of my former TD fosters, Ciara, now lives in California and walks the beach daily with her new parents. Another, Kiera, now lives in Chicago, attends doggy daycare, and has a complete wardrobe of Bears and Blackhawks attire. These moments are priceless and are what these animals deserve, a safe and loving place to call home.” How You Can Help: Most dogs remain in foster care for 4-6 weeks and are scheduled immediately for the next transport. TracysDogs takes care of all medical and vet requirements. TracysDogs’ foster homes provide food, companionship, socialization and a temporary, loving home to help the transition from a shelter to home environment. This ensures the dog is ready when it is adopted and transported to their new home. TracysDogs takes care of all marketing, advertising and adoption requirements. There are no adoption events to attend and the foster commitment is usually short term. Can’t foster but still want to help? Tracy’sDogs holds volunteer days every Saturday between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. for
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Dinner Fundraiser For Spring Branch MS
Submitted By Michelle Matula he Spring Branch Middle School Wrangler band will hold its 12th Annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Tuesday, January 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Located at 21053 Highway 46 West, last year’s event was attended by approximately 1,000 people and raised more than $8,000 for the band. Money from the fundraiser goes directly to the band for the purchasing of new instruments, maintenance of existing instruments, private instruction for band students, supplies and materials, registration and fees for yearly competitions, and for the band’s annual trip to Dallas each May for the Lone Star Showcase of Music competition. There are 300 students in the 2013-2014Wrangler Band. All the various sections including trumpets, alto sax, French horns, clarinets, percussion and low brass as well as the special bands – concert, wind ensemble, advanced percussion and symphonic – will perform at the fundraiser. A variety of silent auction items will also be up for bid. Auction items secured to date
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include a downtown hotel stay, Spurs tickets and restaurant gift cards with more to come. “The great news is that our band program continues to grow at a record pace, to the point we have 300 kids in band this year,” SBMS Band Director Cody Richardson said. “But along with that growth come increased expenses, and that’s why this fundraiser is so important to us – in addition to helping our band students, the dinner also provides an evening filled with good food and fun, a great silent auction, and a showcase of the outstanding musical talent of our students.” An entree of spaghetti with meat sauce will be served along with salad, garlic bread, dessert, and choice of iced tea or lemonade. Tickets are $6 per plate and can be purchased in advance or at the door. All are welcome to dine in or take out. “Being a part of the band and our Dallas trip each May is so much fun,” eighth grade tuba player Jacob Riggs said. “The Dallas trip is one of the highlights of my year and the money raised from the dinner helps some of the students who may not otherwise be able to go on the trip.”
Submitted By Rebecca Savage he Smithson Valley High School Silver Spur Dance Team is hosting their annual Dance Clinic and basketball performance Friday, January 24. The clinic begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Smithson Valley High School cafeteria with check-in starting at 4:15 p.m. The performance will be in the main gym. Participants will be escorted to the game for their performance. Cost is $30 and includes a t-shirt, pizza, drink and admission to the Rangers varsity basketball game. Game time is set for 7 p.m. All participants will perform at halftime (roughly 7:30 or 7:45 p.m.) Participant pickup is promptly after the performance. For more information and registration forms, please e-mail foundation@comalisd. org. Mail registration forms to Margaret
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folks who want to help, but are unable to foster. Dogs currently not placed in foster homes are bathed, groomed, walked and played with on Volunteer Saturdays, a rewarding experience for both the dogs and volunteers. It is also a wonderful opportunity for high school students to get in their community service hours and local scouting and business community projects. If you are interested in more information on TracysDogs, their mission and how to foster or volunteer, please go to www.tracysdogs.com and/ or like them on Facebook. TracyDogs promises you, the rewards are neverending and with your help, we can save the lives of even more Texas death row dogs in 2014.
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Future Silver Spur Jayden Garcia ready for the Smithson Valley High School Dance Clinic.
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t’s a new year and our family at Belden’s Automotive and Tires is excited to welcome 2014! There is much to be done this January… Lights must come down, trees must be packed up, those new toys need to be organized, and a list of resolutions must be made! After you join the gym and start working on kicking that bad habit, make your vehicle maintenance a priority this year. One way to ensure your vehicle runs efficiently and lasts through every grocery run, road trip, or sitting through traffic, is to take advantage of the BG Lifetime Protection Plan. As your vehicle is running
those errands, the internal lubricants in your vehicle get very hot and eventually the fluids begin to break down. BG Products now has a Lifetime Protection Plan that supports the seven major systems serviced in the BG Automotive Maintenance Program: Fuel, Engine, Transmission, Drive Line, Coolant, Power Steering and Brakes. BG offers a number of services that remove old, broken-down fluids, and then flushes the system with cleaning agents, followed by refilling the system with BG fluids. BG is so confident that its products and services will increase the longevity of your vehicles major systems they are willing
to guarantee their product for a lifetime. The Lifetime BG Protection Plan provides two separate options for your vehicle to be protected, one for vehicles that are serviced under 36,000 miles, and the other for vehicles serviced between 36,001 and 75,000. At Belden’s Automotive and Tires it’s our mission to provide our customers with exceptional products and services. One of the most trusted names in today’s automotive industry is BG Products. With that being said, at Belden’s we highly recommend using BG Products because of their high quality of products and their ability to protect your vehicle with the BG Lifetime Protection Plan. If you are looking to add life to your vehicle stop by one our five convenient locations today and let one of our trained service advisors get your vehicle started on BG Products We wish you all a very happy New Year and hope that 2014 will be full of joy. Belden’s Automotive and Tires looks
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The SVHS NJROTC Unarmed Drill Team at the Bulverde Spring Branch Library on Veteran’s Day.
Special To Welcome Home his year has been a busy year for the Smithson Valley Navy JROTC Program. After starting the year with two parades, the Battalion of 173 cadets has already earned two NROTC college scholarships, conducted exhibition routines throughout the Comal school district, and they have competed in two drill meets qualifying for the Area 10 State Championships. In the fall term, both Walker Hobson and Sawyer Marshall received $180,000 NROTC college scholarships, with Hobson attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Marshall attending Texas A&M. On Veteran’s Day, both Armed and Unarmed Exhibition Drill Teams performed at Timberwood Park, Indian Springs and
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Arlon Seay Elementary Schools, Spring Branch and Smithson Valley Middle Schools and the Bulverde Spring Branch Library. Then, on November 23rd, the Battalion competed at the Seguin High School Drill Meet and qualified for the state championships to be held at Texas A&M in February 2014. Smithson Valley High School has earned over 28 ROTC scholarships in the past four years, totaling over $4 million. “We keep the cadets very busy. In December we are taking them bowling at Randolph Air Force Base, after doing our Highway Cleanup, and before singing Christmas carols at a nursing home,” commented CDR Retired Vincent Quidachay.
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Students in Mrs. McCracken’s second grade class smile and show their pen pal letters headed to New York City.
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NOW HERE! 2014 SOURCE The Guide With All Your North Side Information The Source is a Business & Medical Directory. It includes: Things To Do, Restaurants, Shopping, Medical, Maps, and more!—right at your fingertips. Pick up a FREE 2014 copy at any of these locations: • Falcon Bank – 19230 Stone Oak Pkwy. • Frost Bank – Stone Oak at 18762 Stone Oak Pkwy. • Frost Bank – Stone Ridge off Evans Rd. by HEB Plus • Green Fields Market – 19239 Stone Oak Pkwy. • Janie Christine's Gift Boutique – 19141 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 109 • Jefferson Bank – Stone Oak at 19002 Stone Oak Parkway • Randolph Brooks FCU – 23737 Bulverde Road (Near Johnson HS) • State Farm/Betsy Dippo – 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 112
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SPEED NETWORKING Speed Networking is one of SOBA & 10 West’s premier events. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to introduce yourself to everyone in attendance. Because of the high turnout, make sure to RSVP early. Please bring a minimum of 150 business cards.
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