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WORLD-CLASS BANKING WITH SMALL-TOWN VALUES

PLAINSCAPITAL BANKDOING GREAT AT 98

EDITH MCALLISTER

WORLD-CLASS BANKING WITH SMALL-TOWN VALUES

PLAINSCAPITAL BANKDOING GREAT AT 98

EDITH MCALLISTER

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10 Editor’s Letter/Contributors

12 Trending in ‘09

14 Business Profile: PlainsCapital Bank

18 Profile: Edith McAllister

22 Neighborhood News

26 The Buzz

28 School News

34 Home: A Peaceful and Artful Alamo Heights Home

40 Ideas for Living - Patios

42 Wellness

44 Community Calendar

45 Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce

46 Church Directory

49 Charity/Giving Back

50 Restaurant Guide

54 Wine & Dine: Central Market

58 Arts & Entertainment Calendar

60 Outside 78209

62 On The Market

64 Police Blotter

66 Vintage View

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78209EDITOR’S LETTER

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Dear Reader,

This issue we spotlight how good work and goodwill go hand in hand. We spotlightpeople who have served our city well. Over the years, these leaders have ensured thattheir small-town values and the good work they inspire really do result in transforma-tive outcomes.Our profiles writer, Ernie Altgelt, sat down with the legendary Edith McAllister

to share with us how she stays Great at 98. Her passion to remain connected withfriends and organizations she enjoys (and many she helped start decades ago) is in-spiration for us all to keep working at that bucket list. The work of McAllister andher family has helped shape the heart and face of San Antonio and will be felt aslong as our city stands.Our business profile, PlainsCapital Bank, reflects on the work of helping people

prosper as they expand their footprint to be one step closer to their customers. Theirlocation off New Braunfels Avenue and Nacogdoches Road allows for a bigger pres-ence in the ZIP code. It also lends naturally to expanding their role in employing smalltown values and helping the community at large. Our Neighborhood News gives you a status on election season for Alamo Heights

and Terrell Hills and provides perspectives on real estate developments in the works.Wellness contributor Pamela Lutrell shows us how facilities in ’09 are making

inroads into treating ADD, ADHD and autism. Kids and parents alike are able tovisit these locations close by, knowing cutting-edge therapies are a possibility fortheir needs.And once you have arrived back home from your daily rigor, look at your patio and

delight in the possibilities of adding color, accents and functional furniture to punchup that living space. Our Ideas for Living columnist Kristin Mears talks with local ex-perts for trends shaping this important part of your home.

Spring forward!

Sincerely,

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Robyn Barnes' passion is writingabout homes and the people who livein them. As a regular contributor to theHome column for 78209 MAGAZINE,she has seen all kinds of homes. "I'veseen historic homes and cutting edgemodern penthouses," she says. "It's aprivilege to share a family's home anda slice of their lives with readers. Ahouse can be a fabulous monument todesign and architecture but it isn't re-ally interesting until you meet the fam-ily who lives in it." Robyn also writesthe Home column and is a regular con-tributor to the Senior Caregiving col-umn for SAN ANTONIO WOMAN.

Al Rendon photographs thehomes seen in 78209 Magazine.“A room is four walls until someonemoves in the first object. Peoplechoose their environment and thedecor in a room to express theirpersonality. The room expressesthe family’s taste, and the uniquehomes of 78209 are very taste-fully detailed. My photographs uselight to bring a home’s personalityto life. When I raise the cameraand focus on a room’s view, I amcomposing to express its owners’personality in the best light.” Hehas had more than a dozen majorsolo exhibits, and his work is insuch permanent collections as theNational Portrait Gallery of theSmithsonian Institution and theNational Museum of Mexican Artin Chicago.

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We can all agree that not much happens on this planet withoutmoney. Ditto for 78209. From Hong Kong to Heights or Tenerifeto Terrell Hills, it truly is an essential ingredient that keeps thingshappily humming – at home and away, at work and at play andeverywhere in between. And because of money’s importance toour overall well-being, security and productivity, having atrusted, competent and “close” source for financial help is cer-tainly paramount. For many in our cherished neighborhood, that source has be-

come PlainsCapital Bank, a Texas-born-and-bred institution ablymelding world-class capability with time-honored small town val-ues – which, when you think about it, is a lot like 78209.The first PlainsCapital Bank got its start in 1988 in Lubbock.

Current chairman and CEO Alan White and a group of like-minded young bankers felt the town needed an institution basedon and built through relationships. With the acquisition of whatwas then Plains National Bank, an infusion of $198.8 million anda new name, PlainsCapital Bank was born. Since then, it hasgrown to become the sixth-largest bank in Texas as measured bydeposit market share and has more than 67 locations in variousmarkets, including Austin, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Edinburg, ElPaso, Fort Worth, Houston, McAllen, the Rio Grande Valley and,of course, San Antonio. And as the corporate history proudly andaccurately states, that growth occurred “one relationship at a time.”The philosophy of building on relationships continues to pay

dividends throughout the PlainsCapital system – for the organiza-tion and, more importantly, for its many clients and customers aswell. And nowhere is that more in evidence than at our ZIP’s Loop410 at North New Braunfel’s location. Opened in 2013 as thefourth San Antonio branch, as bank officer Rose Mary Slagle re-lates, “Because we already had so many customers in the AlamoHeights area, we felt the convenience of opening in this neighbor-hood would help us to better serve them.” And based on customerfeedback, not to mention the ever-growing list of products andservices that has since been provided to new and existing clients,the decision was a correct one.

By ERNIE ALTGELT Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

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Melding World-Class Banking With Small-Town Values At PlainsCapital Bank

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PlainsCapital Bank officer, Rose Mary Slagle recently gathered with colleagues in front of their Alamo Heights location at 7925 N.New Braunfels. The staff pictured here serve in various capacities including bank tellers, commercial lending, customer service,and regional branch operations management.

Ably staffed with an experienced cadre of people-oriented professionals (many who havelived and worked in the area for years), doing business at the 78209 PlainsCapital Bank lo-cation is, with rare exception, a very positive experience. Whether a personal or commercialloan is needed, help with establishing a trust, wealth management advice or maybe just open-ing a checking account or purchasing a CD, the process is always friendly and — what manyespecially appreciate — usually quick. And one important reason why is that even thoughthis branch is an integral part of the larger corporate entity, decisions are almost alwaysmade “in house.” But whatever the circumstances, customer satisfaction remains key, and,as Slagle modestly states, “We must be doing something right because of the large numberof those who refer their friends and family.” But that’s just what comes from successful re-lationship building.Beyond the provision of superior banking services, PlainsCapital Bank also strives to be

a good neighbor. For that reason, as a proud Slagle offers, “We support financially andthrough volunteerism many local educational and charitable organizations.” As an example,beginning this month, the bank will be the lead sponsor for an exhibit, Splendor On theRange: American Indians and the horse at the Witte Museum that will showcase a core partof their collection that has not been viewed in many years. Other area groups have also ben-efited from the bank’s involvement, including the local Kiwanis Club, the Alamo HeightsChamber of Commerce and the McNay Museum, to name but a few.Yep, PlainsCapital Bank and 78209 really do seem to complement each other, with both

possessing those world-class capabilities and small-town values. And, better yet, you canbank on it!

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Bank officer Rose Mary Slagle

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Living a long life is one thing. Living it well is another. For thevenerable Edith McAllister, excelling at both has been a personal hall-mark. This matchless matriarch of the respected McAllister clan (anda long-term Terrell Hills resident), while continuing to amaze and al-ways delight, remains deeply passionate about getting — oftenthrough the selfless act of extensive communal giving — as much ashe can from each appreciated day. And through a combination of hardwork balanced with equal amounts of joyful play, she’s been very suc-cessful indeed in achieving that goal. After so much lauded accomplishment over so many years, most

would think this wondrous whirlwind would be desirous, not to men-tion deserving, of a little quiet down time. But that’s not Edith. Radi-ating undimmed independence, energy and enthusiasm after almost aBy ERNIE ALTGELT Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

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doing great at 98EDITHMCALLISTER

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century, she continues in her happy role as an unsurpassed inspirationof activity who still positively touches so many lives throughout SouthTexas. And as she proudly and accurately admits, “I’m doing great at98,” which is so true on so many levels.One look at her remarkable resume and it becomes pretty obvious

this former East Texas (and, after a subsequent move, Davenport,Iowa) miss came to fully embrace her adopted San Antonio home.After moving here with her family in 1929, later meeting and marry-ing her greatest love, Walter McAllister, Jr., in 1940, then producingfour youngsters, Edith first focused primarily on the household. Be-fore motherhood, the go-getter did work outside of the home as a sec-retary and accountant, but with the advent of children, their well-being

took precedence. It was during these years that her involvement with outside groups

and organizations took root. Initially, that meant heading the AlamoHeights Parent/Teachers Organization and/or leading various Scoutpacks. But it was in these early roles where she discovered a talentfor “getting things done.” By the time her kids were college - age orolder, she was free to target her energies on more encompassing proj-ects. And the rest is local history. A complete listing of her involvements benefiting the arts, medi-

cine, higher education, youth and her community’s economic devel-opment is impressive and too long to list here. One important exampleis her position as a founding trustee and later president of the South-


Edith McAllister’s favorite pastime is water skiing. She recently gave up the sport at the age of 92.

McAllister as a child ca. 1920s.

McAllister enjoying a Fiesta parade.

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west School of Art. However, she was also the first woman to serve as a campaign chair ofUnited Way and as chairman of the San Antonio Area Foundation. Later key posts include herservice as president of the Cancer Therapy and Research Center, the San Antonio Museum As-sociation, the Women’s Committee of the San Antonio Symphony and the San Antonio ArtLeague. Whew! Today, Edith still sits on multiple boards and remains communally involved through her con-

tinued participation with numerous worthwhile projects. Her most recent major undertaking in-volved the successful conclusion earlier this year of the Southwest School of Art’s 50thAnniversary Capital Campaign. Edith, acting as a committee co-chair, was instrumental in help-ing the project surpass its $10 million goal. Well done, Mrs. McAllister.With so many public commitments, does Edith have time for anything else? You bet. When

queried, she smilingly describes her more personal/social life as one of “constant movement.”As she relates, she “goes out every night” – on dates, to dinner, shows and performances –always accompanied by one or many of her devoted friends. She seems to know everyone. Andwhile she’s not allowed to swim daily as she unfailingly did for decades (doctor’s orders), each

Edith McAllister enjoying a moment with her daughter, Taddy McAllister.


morning starts with a healthy regimen of calisthenics. Physically andmentally, she’s astounding, with no need for a cane, walker or a specialdiet (unless you count Cheesy Jane’s hamburgers) and able to weighin on almost any topic with intelligence and insight. Medications areat a minimum as well. And the only concession she’s made to age is arestorative daily nap. As she gladly states when considering her overallwelfare, she enviably “just doesn’t hurt,” and that’s really neat. Lastly— and this surprises many — is that at two years shy of 100, she stilldrives her own car. Living independently with her daughter and her best friend, Taddy,

in the 104-year-old house she and her late husband bought in 1950,Edith remains a testament to a life productively used and enjoyed to itsfullest. Will she ever slow down? She may believe so at some point, butto the rest of us, it seems almost inconceivable. Whatever the future hasin store for Edith McAllister, for now she’s simply doing great at 98!

Top right photo:McAllister served as Mistress of the Robes in 1966

Middle photo:McAllister with her children(L-R): Reagin, Bo, and Taddy.Not pictured: Eloise.

Bottom right photo: McAllister on her wedding day:June 1940.

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Voters in the Alamo Heights area willhave no need to circle May 7 on their calen-dar. No municipal or school board electionsaffecting 78209 will take place that day.

Feb. 19 was the filing deadline for candi-dates for May 7 elections. There will be nocontested races for Alamo Heights or TerrellHills city councils or for the Alamo HeightsIndependent School District board. As such,these elections are being canceled.

In Alamo Heights, incumbents Fred Pras-sel, Lynda Billa Burke and John Savage willreturn to their respective council seats, Places3, 4 and 5. Prassel, 81, will gain his fourthstraight term in office. The U.S. Army retireehas presided over Prassel Construction andpreviously was president of the AlamoHeights Rotary Club. Over the years, he hasfocused on local issues such as water and de-velopment standards. In his last re-electionyear of 2014, Prassel beat out Sarah Reveleyand Derek Cossey.

Burke, 62, is a former San Antonio CityCouncil member who previously served onboards of directors and trustees for the Ed-

By EDMOND ORTIZ

wards Underground Water District, East Cen-tral Independent School District and San An-tonio River Walk Technical AdvisoryCommittee. Burke has emphasized in recentyears such issues as water supply, unifiedbuilding codes and making city operationsmore efficient. She was first elected to theAlamo Heights council in 2014 with a victoryover three-term incumbent Elliot Weser.

Savage, 71, will be sworn in to his fourthstraight term on council. The Army veteranhas been an independent insurance broker formore than 20 years. He has stressed matterssuch as economic development, zoning andthe water supply during his time in office.Savage was re-elected in 2014 with a winover Kimberly Lubianski.

It is a politically quiet time for AlamoHeights compared with recent election cycleshighlighted by numerous contested races andpast controversies such as the proposal to de-velop a mixed-use midrise at Austin Highwayand Broadway. “I am happy to say that AlamoHeights City Hall now has an efficient and fo-cused council/staff working for a common goal

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-- the citizens of Alamo Heights,” Burke said.In Terrell Hills, Mayor Anne Ballantyne

and Councilmen Charles Parish (Place 1) andJohn Low (Place 2) drew no challengers. Bal-lantyne, 64, will enter her second term asmayor. Prior to running for mayor in a racewhere she beat Michelle Brady in 2014, Bal-lantyne served on the Terrell Hills council for12 years. She also sat on the city's board ofadjustment and planning and zoning commit-tee. Additionally, Ballantyne served with theAHISD school board and volunteers withseveral area nonprofits and civic groups.

Parish has been with the council since1988, making him one of the longest contin-uously serving elected officials in the San An-tonio area. He remains with ParishPhotography, the company he founded in1964 and owned and operated through 2012.

Low is an attorney who will be enteringhis second term in office. He and Parish ranuncontested in 2014. Each council memberand mayor in Alamo Heights and Terrell Hillsfaces a two-year term.

Only two candidates filed for the twoAHISD board spots that would have been onthe ballot this year. Joe Dubrof, the currentboard president from Place 1, opted againstanother three-year term. David Hornberger,38, filed to succeed Dubrof in Place 1. Thefour-year Alamo Heights city and school dis-trict resident is a vice president with J.P. Mor-gan. John Tippit, 49, is returning to the Place2 board seat. He is an executive with MaysFamily Enterprises.

TERRELL HILLS REVIEWS GUIDE FOR FUTURE STREET DESIGN

The Terrell Hills City Council hosted apresentation on Feb. 8 about the city's newstreet design and maintenance guide. With thecompletion of the most recent street project,the city has finished repairing or improvingits entire road inventory over the last 20 years.But city officials are already looking forwardto several more years of needed infrastructureupgrades. The city engaged Pape Dawson En-gineering to help with developing a guide to-ward future street design and repairs, as wellas evaluating past city projects.

“Back in September, we held a commu-nity meeting to get input on what the residentsliked and disliked about our process and streetdesign criteria during those projects," CityManager Columbus Stutes said. "This meet-ing and a review of some of our most recentprojects led us to believe that we need to cre-ate a design standard for future street projects.

NO MAY ELECTIONS IN THE HEIGHTS AREA

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The design guidelines that were submitted to the council for re-view included such items as performance expectations, pre-ferred curb designs — both from an aesthetic perspective aswell as those that hold up best over time — and identifying dif-ferences in traffic patterns on the various streets. Higher trafficcounts should lead us to a more substantial design.”

The council will again take up this issue at its March regularmeeting, when it could approve the manual. The guide will beused to help with a cost analysis of future street programs.

HEIGHTS COUNCIL APPROVES VAPING SHOP, HEARS CONDO PLAN

The Alamo Heights City Council approved a special usepermit on Feb. 8 to allow Smoke to Live, a vaping shop, tooperate from 4704 Broadway. Because of zoning rules, thecity fell into a category, "stores other than listed," and productsoffered require the purchaser to be at least age 18. Therefore,a special use permit was needed.

At its Jan. 27 meeting, the council heard a city staff brief-ing on a multi-family condo project planned for 127 MarciaPlace. The project will require the demolition of the existingsingle-family home there. The project currently measures7,190 square feet in total, with four units planned over twostories and a third story, on the first floor, meant for parking.According to city staff, the proposed project meets updatedregulations for parking, height, setbacks and density.

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A proposal to rezone property in the OakPark/Northwood neighborhood has sparkeda debate for several residents. The proposalto tear down one home and replace it withseveral smaller homes has riled a number ofthese residents.

On March 1, the San Antonio ZoningCommission was set to hear a proposal fromMetamorphosis Consulting, which owns ahalf-acre tract of land at 1823 E. LawndaleDrive. There, the landowner hoped to rezonethe tract to allow for an infill development.Specifically, Beckel Runge Custom Homesbelieved it could build up to seven homes onthe same one lot.

The zoning commission staff had rec-

OAK PARK/NORTHWOOD DEBATES ZONING PROPOSAL

ommended denying the rezoning request.The case was originally set to go before thecommission on Feb. 16, but the landownerand its legal representation at law firmBrown and Ortiz asked for a two-week con-tinuance. According to records, Metamor-phosis secured the land deed and trust for thetract in question from Sergio and YolismaPena last December. Representatives fromthe partnership that wanted to develop theEast Lawndale tract pleaded their case to theOak Park/Northwood Neighborhood Associ-ation board of directors on Feb. 3.

The representatives said the smaller sin-gle-family homes would be marketed atempty nesters in the area looking to down-

By EDMOND ORTIZ

size and younger families seeking to live inthe neighborhood. They insisted their homeswould be built with quality materials and inkeeping with the character of the surroundingcommunity. But many residents have notbeen so confident of that assessment, sayingthey are worried that the new homes wouldresult in more traffic and parking issues andwould disrupt the neighborhood's harmony.

At the Feb. 3 neighborhood associationmeeting, a few homeowners suggested toMetamorphosis and Beckel Runge that at theleast they could reduce the number of pro-posed homes on the lot. But representativesfrom those two firms said building fewerthan seven houses, as envisioned, would notbe financially viable.

The neighborhood association board ofdirectors formally voiced its disapproval ofthe overall plan. According to the city's zon-ing commission documents, a denial was rec-ommended because staff found evidence of"likely adverse impacts on surrounding prop-erties in relation to the zoning request. Theincrease in density is inconsistent with the es-tablished large-lot single-family develop-ment for this area." This, too, has been aconcern for some neighbors.

Many Oak Park/Northwood residentshave been vocal in sharing their criticism ofthe proposal with local media and in corre-spondence with city officials. Homeownersalso had been rounding up signatures for apetition to send to the city, stating their for-mal opposition. "(The developers want) tobuild a high-density project in less than .5acre of land and have no concern for theparking nightmare it would create for the cur-rent residents and future residents," GinaGalaviz Eisenberg said. Harry Levy, presi-dent of the Garden Court Homeowners As-sociation, close to the lot in question, wroteto city planner Shepard Beamon. "We submitthat the high-density nature of the proposeddevelopment will not only not preserve theneighborhood, it will irrevocably alter it,"added Levy.

The City Council would take up whateverrecommendation the zoning commissionmakes toward a final decision. District 10Councilman Mike Gallagher said he is wellaware of the debate over this zoning case. Hesuggested that the developers recognize thenotion that they could downsize their plansize, or perhaps move their project to a moredesirable site and still keep it fiscally feasi-ble. “I’ve seen, in some cases, developersmoving their homes or reducing the size ofthe homes, reducing density,” Gallagher said.“We look very carefully at every zoning case,what zoning staff recommends, and makesure developers have all of their supportingdocumentation. We have to vet these projectsvery carefully.”

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On March 1, the San Antonio Zoning Commissionwas set to hear a proposalfrom Metamorphosis Con-sulting, which owns a half-acre tract of land at 1823E. Lawndale Drive.

There, the landownerhoped to rezone the tract to allow for an infill development.

Beckel Runge CustomHomes believed it couldbuild seven small singlefamily homes on the lot,which is inconsistent withthe surrounding neighbor-hood,consisting of substantially larger homes on bigger lots.


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78209 THE BUZZ

The Buzz

BROADWAY BANK CELEBRATES 75TH YEARCol. Charles E. Cheever Sr. and Betty Cheever opened

Broadway Bank on Feb.15, 1941, at 5044 Broadway Streetin Alamo Heights with five employees, $60,000 and a dream.There was no heat or air conditioning — only the wafts offreshly brewed coffee, fried eggs and hamburgers from therestaurant next door. Today, 75 years later, Broadway Bank is still family-

owned and locally operated with 39 banking centers through-out San Antonio, Austin, the Hill Country and surroundingcommunities. Now, with more than 630 employees, the bankhas more than $3 billion in assets and upholds a reputationfor being the first to offer innovation and convenience inproducts and services to customers. Back in 1941, Col. Cheever said, “If we take care of our

customers and employees, the numbers will take care ofthemselves.” And now, during this milestone year, third- andfourth-generation family members work at Broadway Bank,while Charles E. Cheever Jr. serves as chairman emeritus.The bank, through the efforts of the family and dedicated em-ployees, continues to offer the perfect balance of innovativebanking and personalized attention — the hallmark of theBroadway Bank experience. It has earned the bank the loyaltyof customers, and it is just the sort of warm welcome thatbrings in new customers. In 2016, with at-your-fingertips banking now the norm,

the Broadway Bank leadership team elevates the banking ex-perience to meet the customer’s on-demand financial expec-tations. The bank offers private, commercial, personal andmilitary banking and wealth management. Services, includ-ing online and mobile banking, mobile check deposit, ApplePayTM, biometrics and eBanking, are geared toward meetingthe customer’s goals. In keeping with being a trendsetter, thenew state-of-the-art banking centers feature bistros, chargingstations and SMART ATMs that allow customers to depositcash and checks without having to fill out a deposit slip oruse an envelope.

By LESLIE FOLEY

Honoring the legacy of giving back that was handed downby bank founders Col. Cheever and Betty, Broadway Bank es-tablished Care Corps, the bank’s well-known volunteer or-ganization. Donning red T-shirts, volunteers span out tomake a difference in all the Broadway Bank hometowns andcommunities. In 2015, Care Corps volunteers spent almost13,000 hours in local communities with more than 100 chari-table projects. With the ideas, innovation and ingenuity from generations of

employees, Broadway Bank is excitedly looking forward to thenext 75 years of being “here for good.”

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SPLENDOR ON THE RANGE: AMERICAN INDIANS AND THE HORSEThe Splendor on the Range exhibition willbe on display at the Witte MuseumMarch 5-Aug. 21. The exhibit ex-plores how life changed for Ameri-can Indians after the Spanish broughtthe horse to North America in the1500s. Curated by Bruce Shack-elford, the exhibition examines theculture and lifestyle of tribesthroughout the Plains and theSouthwest before and after the ar-rival of the horse. Experience this original, interactive Witte exhibit featuring a stunning array of artifacts from the museum’sunparalleled American Indian collection. The exhibit is spon-sored, in part, by PlainsCapital Bank.

SPRING PLANT SALES AND STORYBOOK HOUSESStorybook Houses at the San Antonio

Botanical Garden will come in allshapes and sizes duringthis family-friendly ex-hibit in partnership withAIA San Antonio. Thisunique and engaging play-house exhibit is the fourthcollaboration between theBotanical Garden and area ar-chitects and designers. Theexhibit runs March 5-July 10. Fordetails go to www.sabot.org. After checking out Storybook Houses,

shop for San Antonio-friendly plants grownby volunteers at the Botanical Garden during the annual Monday-Friday spring plant sale, which runs March 14-18, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.Choose selections for your landscape that save you time, money,and water. Visit with the growers and volunteers for tips, ideas andpointers to create a beautiful yard that’s habitat-friendly for birdsand butterflies. One-gallon-size plants available for purchase.

SA GARDEN CENTER HOSTS ANNUAL PLANT SALEIt’s the San Antonio Garden Center’s annual plant sale, a spring

tradition, and Punxsutawney Phil says winter is over! March 18-19 at the Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels, is the place tobuy daylilies, herbs and hanging baskets, drought-tolerant and lo-cally grown, and “most requested” Strawberry Sizzle geraniums.Volunteers are also needed for setup, to serve as cashiers andchecking out. Call Barbara Lutz at 210-699-0663 if you are in-terested in volunteering your green thumb.


50 YEARS OF ALL THINGS IRISH The Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas (HSS) continues its 20-

year history of celebrating its annual Harp and Shamrock Festival onSaturday, March 19, noon-8 p.m., on the campus of the

University of the Incarnate Word. Irish music,dancers and singers will entertain. Food trucksoffering Irish foods such as corned beef and Irishstew will be on hand. Don’t miss the Irish parade,“Passport to Ireland,” and, of course, a Guinnessor two! Free parking is available on campus, andadmission fees will help raise funds for HSS’sscholarship program. Be sure to attend this 50-

year anniversary, and don’t forget towear your green on March 17, St.Patrick’s Day.For information about

other events including the annualMurphy’s St. Patrick’s RiverParade, Donovan’s MemorialDay Fun Run and St.

Patrick’s Day Alamo WreathLaying, visit www.harpandshamrock.org or call210-896-1598. And for those of you that col-lect Fiesta medals, don’t miss the Society’s50th anniversary medal available at allthe events and at the Fiesta Commis-sion Store.

SPRING LUNCHEON AND STYLE SHOWModels wearing Chico’s fashions for spring willbe sashaying as guests gather to benefit the SanAntonio Garden Center Scholarship Fund April1 at the San Antonio Garden Center. Modelsfrom Greek alumnae chapters will presentfashions with flair for spring and summer.Proceeds will enable the center to awardtwo scholarships to San Antonio areastudents majoring in horticulture orlandscaping at Texas A&M Universityand Palo Alto College. For tickets and infor-mation, call 210-824-9981 or email [email protected].

CUTTING EDGE FASHION SHOWExperience the latest fashions created and presented byUIW’s fashion design students at the UIW’s 2016 Cut-ting Edge™ Fiesta® Fashion Show on Monday, April11 in the McCombs Center Rosenberg Sky Room. TheFashion Show displays new talent set to the profes-sional standard of a New York-style runway show.Student designers present collections they have illus-trated, designed and constructed in a yearlong fashion capstonecourse. This annual event is entirely produced by students – fromsound and lighting, to staging and contracting professional models– UIW students experience every aspect of planning a professionalrunway show. Proceeds benefit scholarships for students in UIW’sfashion management program. For more information visit us onlineat www.cuttingedge-sa.com. Doors open at 6 p.m. The show beginsat 7 p.m. Single tickets are $35 (seat only) and $75 (includes a lightmeal & drink.) Tables of 10 are available for $750, $1,000 and$1,250. For tickets and details, contact UIW Development Office(210) 829-6013 or [email protected].

THE 30TH ANNUAL ALAMO HEIGHTS NIGHT SET FOR APRIL 15The 30th annual Alamo Heights Night celebration will take

place on Friday, April 15, 5:30 to 11:30 pm on the University ofthe Incarnate Word campus at 4301 Broadway. “This year will be our 30th annual event. It has grown signifi-

cantly over the years but still retains its fun, family-oriented at-mosphere. Proceeds from the event have provided scholarships tohundreds of students attending university and vocational trainingprograms and raised over $1 million for local charities and specialprojects,” said Rick Berchin, operations manager. “Our club islooking forward to another 30 years of successful events and com-munity support.”The event dubbed “Party Time in ’09” is famous for an incred-

ible selection of food from some of San Antonio’s favorite restau-rants. This year’s bill of fare will feature sweet and savory itemsfrom restaurants such as Rainforest Cafe, Los Barrios, LaMadeleine, Fresh Horizons Catering, Al’s Nuts and Bunuelos.The family-friendly atmosphere will deliver entertainment and

activities for kids of all ages, including a carnival midway and aperformance by Fire on the Mountain Cloggers. Live music willtake place all night on multiple stages as Hotcakes will return toperform on the main stage along with Suede, the premier varietycover band from Austin that made its Alamo Heights Night debutlast year. Additional entertainment will include the Rick CavenderBand, Tennessee Valley Authority, mariachis and other special sur-prises.Admission is free for children under 12 and for all active duty

military with a valid ID. Tickets are $5 for ages 12-17 and studentswith a valid ID and $12 for adults. All ticket sales will take placeat the event site (no advance sales). Free park-and-ride service isavailable from Alamo Heights Methodist Church and AlamoHeights High School. Shuttles will run from 5:15 p.m. until mid-night. Parking will be available in the AT&T lot at Hildebrand andBroadway, and VIA will offer park-and-ride service from Wonder-land Mall of the Americas/Crossroads Mall. The Alamo Heights Rotary Club has raised over $2 million in

support of nonprofit organizations and community service activi-ties since its inception. Alamo Heights Night is the largest fund-raiser, organized by over 100 volunteer Rotarians who headnumerous committees and recruit 700-plus volunteers to make theevent a success.Visit www.AlamoHeightsNight.org for more information, find

them on Facebook at facebook.com/AlamoHeightsNight, or call210-842-2462.

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THIRTEEN YOUNG MEN REACH BOY SCOUT’S HIGHEST RANKBoy Scouts of America, Troop 809, chartered through

Alamo Heights Presbyterian Church, held a Court of Honor onJan. 31 to recognize 13 Eagle Scout-rank recipients. Statisticsindicate that some 5 percent of all boys who join Scouts willmake it to Eagle rank. The honorees attend Alamo HeightsHigh School, Highland Park High School (Dallas) and SaintMary’s Hall. AHISD Superintendent Kevin Brown deliveredcongratulatory remarks.

To earn the Eagle Scout rank, the highest attainable rank inScouting, a Boy Scout must earn a minimum of 21 meritbadges, serve in various leadership positions, and create, or-ganize and manage an extensive Eagle Scout Leadership Serv-ice Project to benefit various organizations, churches, parks andothers in need of a lasting improvement or contribution.

MACARTHUR HOSTS CAFETERIA TASTE TESTNEISD is looking to add some spice to the cafeteria menus

next school year. The School Nutrition Services departmentasked students to try out new recipes to decide what should beadded. At the third annual Cafeteria Taste Test, held on Jan. 20at MacArthur High School, students tried a variety of newfoods like a buffalo chicken sandwich, Italian flatbread,tamales, an Asian salad and smoothies.

Students were impressed with many of the items and filledout surveys for each sample. Students from across the districtinvolved in PALS, JROTC, Student Council and wellness ac-tivities on their campus were invited to the tasting. In the past,students have approved the addition of healthy menu items like

made-to-order burritos, fish sandwiches, chile-lime seasoned veg-etables, apple cinnamon bread and Dutch waffles. School NutritionServices strives to find healthy recipes that taste good

HISTORY LESSON CAPTIVATES GARNER PARENT ACADEMY The Garner Middle School Parent Academy received a special

treat for their class on Jan. 12 when instructional coach, Chad An-derson, provided a history lesson. Parents were provided with ar-tifacts in history ranging from the 1800s through the 1900s andinvestigated details of the artifacts to learn about them. The arti-facts were then placed in a timeline.

Anderson surprised the parents as he explained that the artifactswere from his own family tree and represented people and placesin history from the Civil War, World War I, West Virginia and Mar-shall University. Additionally, the parents were amazed to learnthat as a young boy, Anderson received a letter and picture fromPresident Ronald Reagan.

LAMAR ELEMENTARY CELEBRATES 100TH DAY OF SCHOOLLamar Elementary prekindergarten students celebrated the 100th

day of school in style. Pre-K teacher Ms. Ureta and her kidsdressed up for the event.

SCHOOLS‘09

Front row, from left, Larkin Crow, Robert Lemke, Robert Allison,Emory Word. Second row, Jack Heydenreich, David Shetler, WilliamKrenger, Parker Taylor, James Tyng. Third row, Edward Bass, Ben-jamin Fitch, Bennett Comeaux, Zachary Maxwell. Back row, Scout-master John Fitch, guest speaker Dr. Kevin Brown, committeechairman John Bass.

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ST. LUKE’S STUDENTS FILL LOCAL FOOD PANTRY WITH 4,855 ITEMS St. Luke’s Episcopal School students collected 4,855 non-

perishable food items in an effort to fill the Good SamaritanCommunity Services’ food pantry. The school has partneredwith Good Sam for their Silver & Black Give Back Team UpChallenge project. Each week, middle school students packageweekend snack bags for children experiencing hunger. Throughthis experience, St. Luke‘s students learned that many localfamilies face food insecurity year round. During the holidays,food pantries are filled and then promptly emptied as food isdistributed to needy families. The continuous need for food in-spired the school community to help fight hunger in San Anto-nio with a canned food drive.

The school’s donation completely stocked the Good Samar-itan food pantry. The fourth grade class alone donated 1,257items, averaging an impressive 47 items per student. Servantleadership is a hallmark of the St. Luke’s educational experi-ence. “St. Luke’s is committed to service learning at every ageand grade level,” says Robin Davenport, director of student life.“It was amazing to see 3-year-old students walking into schoolcarrying bags of food bigger than themselves!”

ST. LUKE’S STUDENT IS TOP 10 FINALIST IN SA BOOK FESTIVAL FICTION CONTEST

St. Luke’s Episcopal School eighth-grader KatharineStevens has been named a Top 10 finalist (grades 7 and 8) inthe San Antonio Book Festival fiction contest. Her story, “TheLonely, Little, Old Lady,” was chosen from 175 submissionsfrom 40 schools. This is the first time a St. Luke’s student hasparticipated in the fiction contest. “I am proud of the studentswho took the creative initiative to write a 1,000-1,500 wordstory in response to the contest’s prompt: ‘Not all heroes wearcapes,’” says St. Luke’s communication and literacy chair,Anne Burnson. “I hope Katharine’s experience will encourageother SLES students to enter this prestigious contest.”

Stevens felt that the process of writing the story was quiteeasy, but she wanted to make her story stand out. “I didn’t wantto write about doctors who save lives or policemen who keeppeople safe,” says Stevens. “My hero was a Girl Scout thatsaved someone by bringing happiness into the home of an eld-erly woman. The story encourages you to be kind to everyonebecause you never know what people are feeling or hiding be-hind.”

Winners from each grade category will have their worksshowcased at the April 2 San Antonio Book Festival, ride on theofficial Texas Cavaliers Fiesta float in the River Parade and havetheir stories published in the Texas Cavaliers’ official program.

To read Katharine’s winning story, visitwww.saplf.org/festival/fic-tion-contest.

MACARTHUR ELECTRICAL HABITAT FOR HUMANITYStudents enrolled in MacArthur High School’s Electrical Sys-

tems Technology (EST) Technical Apprentice Program and theirsponsors worked on new homes in a Habitat for Humanity neigh-borhood on Jan. 20. There were 43 students on the project in-stalling the electrical wires at four homes in the Coleman Ridgecommunity. The students were excited to put their classroom skillsto the test for a good cause. “It is such a satisfying feeling,” saidLarry Coltonburg, junior at MacArthur. “The pride to help givesomeone a house — there is nothing better.”

“It’s a win-win partnership,” said Stephanie Wiese, vice presi-dent at Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio. “We really appreciatethe school bringing the students.” Jesse Aguilar, owner of PlatinumElectric, sponsored the project. His journeymen helped guide thestudents on the job. He also bought lunch for the students.

This is the eighth year EST has participated in a Habitat for Hu-manity construction project.

2ND ANNUAL BBQ COOK-OFF ON APRIL 2 FOR AHHS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAMThe Alamo Heights High School girls’ volleyball program con-

ducts various efforts every year to raise funds, and its second an-nual barbecue cook-off is scheduled for April 2nd. The event heldat Heights Pool coincides with baseball opening weekend. Fundsare generated by donations and the sale of raffle tickets.All contestants come together to compete and support the

AHHS volleyball team to raise money for travel and game ex-penses that will occur during the upcoming season. Last seasonwas another successful year, and the girls finished their season asbi-district champions. Categories for the cook-off competition include brisket, pork

ribs, chicken, beans and salsa. Cook-off team entry fee is $150.For entry form and rules and regulations of the competition, con-tact Courtney Patton at [email protected] .

AHJS’S CINDERELLA STORYAlamo Heights Junior School students performed Cinderella in

February, showcasing their talents in song, dance and theatricalperformance. The age-old story came to life with lively cast per-formances, colorful costumes and musical renditions that remindedall, “It’s possible!”The show was a collaborative work of all of the fine arts pro-

grams, under the direction of Shelly Bynum, Taralea Buentello andRachel Skarke.


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AHISD FORMS BULLYING, SUICIDE PREVENTION TASK FORCEBy EDMOND ORTIZThe Alamo Heights Independent School District has formed

a task force that will help to confront different of social andemotional issues that area children are facing. Chief amongthose issues are bullying (including cyber-bullying) and suicideprevention.This action follows the death of David Molak, an area res-

ident and former Alamo Heights High School student, in earlyJanuary. Authorities ruled the 16-year-old's death a suicide.For weeks and months leading up to his death, Molak had

shared with family and friends how he was constantly bulliedon campus and off campus through text messages and socialmedia comments from a group of classmates. Molak transferredfrom Alamo Heights, where he was a sophomore at the time,to another school last fall. But the bullying did not let up.Since Molak's death, family, friends, AHISD officials and

community members have sought ways to address such con-temporary social and emotional challenges that many childrenand teenagers face. According to Superintendent Dr. KevinBrown, the task force is tasked with making formal recommen-dations to the school board by the end of this May. Additionally,a student panel will give input to the task force.As of late February, San Antonio Police Department's in-

vestigation into the cyber-bullying of Molak was ongoing.

AHHS CHEER EARNS STATE, NATIONAL AWARDS The junior varsity and varsity cheerleading competition

teams, under the leadership of head coach Ashley Johnson,have been preparing for the state and national cheerleadingcompetitions throughout the year. “I love competing at such a high level and representing my

school at the same time,” freshman Ellie McGrath said. “Beinga part of the cheerleading program has taught me so much.”Preparation for competition season starts at the beginning

of the school year. Competition teams are selected through atry-out process during the summer and then choreographers,brought in from other states, teach the routines in August. Afterlearning the routines, both teams practice every day after schoolto perfect the routines for competition.“I always looked forward to learning competition routines

and seeing the new material created specifically for our team,”senior Caroline Herbold said. “We get to add our own personaltouch to the routine on occasion.”

Before nationals, both teams competed at regional and statelevel competitions in order to have further practice along with cri-tiques from judges. The regional competition is key, as this is theevent where teams qualify for a bid to attend nationals.“Competing at regionals and state is so fun because you get to

see what everybody else in our state can do,” sophomore SheltonNorthington said. “These competitions are important because theyare crucial to qualifying for nationals, and they help keep the teammotivated for our goal of earning a national title.”

“One of my favorite parts about being a cheerleader is gettingto compete at a high level,” freshman Berkley Behnke said. “It’s alot of fun to compete because we love what we are doing, and it isa great feeling when all of our hard work at practice pays off.” At each competition, both junior varsity and varsity teams

showcase their routines. Each routine is two and a half minutesand consists of tumbling, stunting, jumps, dance and cheer. Theentire cheer program competes in the game day division with of asideline cheer, a defense or offense cheer and the fight song. UIL hosted the first state game day competition for all 5A high

schools. This was the first time in state history that a high schoolcheer team could win UIL state. AHHS competed against 80 teams,earning their first-ever UIL state championships in sideline cheer,band dance and overall team. “I really enjoyed competing at the first UIL state contest,” jun-

ior Kara Rose said. “It was a great accomplishment to earn threeof four state titles against high schools from all over Texas.”“I was thrilled to be a part of nationals this year,” senior Jenna

Frey said. “I love that nervous feeling in the pit of my stomach thatonly happens when you’re running through the castle for the lasttime ever, performing the routine that we’ve been perfecting forseven months.”The AHHS cheer teams earned first place, cheer; first place,

band dance; and first place, over all. The teams earned the highestscore in the entire competition, beating out classes 1A - 6A, to earnthe top prize.Soon after the state win, the girls traveled to Florida for the

UCA nationals competition and earned: third place in the nationin game day category and13th place in the nation in medium var-sity D1 out of 62 teams, noted as the toughest division in years andat this competition.

MICHELLE CANDLAND NAMED AHISD'S 2016 TEACHER OF THE YEAR A special education ELA and reading teacher at Alamo Heights

High School, Michelle Candland assists in conquering the chal-lenges faced by teens. Whether working with students through so-cioeconomic, social/behavioral, or academic challenges, she feelsa strong commitment to those who struggle to prosper in the gen-eralized educational environment. She strives to help young peoplebecome aware of their own potential as valuable, lovable and help-ful community members."As a teacher of children with special needs, Michelle has the

uncanny ability to build strong, lasting relationships with her stu-dents, often lasting well past graduation as they move into the worksector. She deeply understands and diagnoses action plans for herstudents, considering their current academic and social skill levels,and working to propel them forward to reach unthinkable newheights and successes," shared AHHS principal Dr. Cordell Jones.Michelle is a leader within her department and within the

school. She is a trusted mentor, nurturing new teachers, pushingthem to be the best they can be. She is driven to improve. Recently,

Photo by Maci Coleman

Hitting a pyramid, cheerleaders perform on the field as a pro-gram during the athletic barbecue. “Performing in front of the schoolhas always been one of the best experiences because we finally getto show off all of our hard work,” junior Alexi Room said. All cheer-leaders had the all-squad uniform regardless of their team.


she was selected as one only of 20 teachers from across the state tobe part of the original cohort of teachers to work with Texas TechUniversity and the Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Re-search Teacher Training Institute. Michelle will represent AHISD as the 2016 District Teacher of

the Year, moving to the regional competition for the state contest inJune. She will serve as the AHISD nominee for the Trinity Prize forExcellence in Teaching.

AMY SOUPISET NAMED ALAMO HEIGHTS SCHOOL FOUNDATION'S FAYE LANGLEY COWDEN CHAIR Amy Soupiset teaches because she loves kids. She loves watch-

ing the transformative power that learning has in their lives. She says, "I feel a responsibility to both a child’s head (acade-

mics) and their heart (character). I am constantly asking myself,‘How can I teach my content in a way that gets kids excited aboutlearning?’” Just recently, Amy chose to transform her room into “Mt. Everest

Base Camp” for an expository writing-intensive week. The idea wasto teach students prompt writing in an innovative way that woulddraw them in to a usually less-than-exciting lesson. She realized thatthis transformation had a lasting impact when students started re-ferring to the completion of their essays as "summiting." It createdexcitement and pride among the students.Amy has created similar opportunities to expand learning

through her innovative and engaging work in the development ofFamily Science Nights, Letterheads Writing Club, Super ScienceSaturdays and Mentor Texts activities. Amy is currently teachingfourth grade language arts and Texas history at Woodridge Elemen-tary. She will serve as Cowden Chair beginning with the 2016 aca-demic year and continuing through the close of 2019.Established in 1994, the Faye Langley Cowden Chair for Ele-

mentary Education was created as a commitment to continued ex-cellence in AHISD elementary schools. Named for Mrs. Cowden, a1930 graduate of Alamo Heights a and former teacher, the endow-ment is administered by the Alamo Heights School Foundation.

CAMBRIDGE TRADES CELEBRATION FOR KINDNESSAs classmates through the school exchanged Valentine’s cards,

students in Megan Canales’ fifth grade class at Cambridge Elemen-tary took to the streets to trade their traditional Valentine celebrationfor a bit of shared kindness.Students made their way to bus stops to share treats with drivers

and passengers, sharing bus fare for unsuspecting riders. Theycleaned tables and bought cupcakes for those who happened to stopin at Bird Bakery. They left quarters in the washers and dryers atthe local Laundromat to share a free wash. Students even made theirway up Broadway, stopping in to spread cheer and share treats withthe team at AHISD’s administrative offices.Students were ecstatic in the process, explaining “It made me

feel really good to be able to do something nice for someone else!”

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By ROBYN BARNES Photography By AL RENDON

78209 HOME

Ranch-style homes of the 1950s conqueredmany suburbs across America, and Alamo Heightsis no exception. These homes ushered in an era ofinformal living that echoes in the open floorplans innew local construction. Kati Warman’s ranch houseis similar to others on the outside, but its interior iswhat makes it special.

“I was looking for a home in this area, but every-thing I saw needed so much work,” Kati says. “I wastelling my friend about my search. She knew thepeople who lived in this house and that it was goingup for sale. I saw the house before it was listed andbought it the next day.

“I love this house because it’s so cute,” she ex-claims. “The previous owner’s father was an archi-tect, and he did the renovation. The house wasnearly perfect; all I added was the recessed lightingthroughout the home.”

The house is painted in one neutral colorthroughout; even the trim is painted the same color.“I think this gives the rooms a feeling of spacious-ness because there’s not much to break up the flow.The neutral color made it easy to decorate therooms, too,” says Kati.

ART SPACEKati enjoys art and over the years has gathered

a number of pieces from local artists. “My artisticinfluences came from years spent in Paris as an ex-change student, living in New Orleans as a youngprofessional and now here, where art is becomingsuch a part of San Antonio’s culture. Everything Ihave was purchased for another home, but thepieces transitioned well to this one,” she says.

For instance, Kati points out the large antiquemap of New Orleans that hangs over the livingroom sofa. It’s a black and white print matted on awhite background with a black frame; the ornatedrawing style makes it look more like a picturethan a working city map. Combined with the sim-ple upholstery and wooden floor, the room lookslike a portrait of comfort.

ALAMO HEIGHTS MIDCENTURY HOME

PeacefulArtful&

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The dining room has a wall-sizedmodern art piece in greens and bluespainted by Ben Mata, a friend of Kati’s.“I find it very soothing to look at,” shesays. “That’s the vibe I want for thishouse: peace and happiness.”

Katie also owns two paintings bylocal artist Jesse Amado. One is a largemodular piece in her family room.“When I moved here, I asked Jesse tohang it because the available space wasdifferent from where the painting usedto be,” she explains. “I really like theway he hung it here.”

”FAMILY ROOM IS PEER PERFECTION

The family room wasn’t in the orig-inal plans; the previous owner added it.It’s a large room with two sets ofFrench doors and a wall of windows of-fering a wonderful view of the patioand pool. Built-in shelves hold aneclectic collection of cookbooks, pot-tery, a Buddha and a cow skull. There’sa red Napoleon hat from an estate sale.

“I’m not the person who goes to thefurniture store to buy an accessory,”Kati says. “I like estate sales and fleamarkets. I like to find something, loveit and display it for a reason,” she says.A large L-shaped sofa dominates theroom. “It’s a comfortable place for usto flop at the end of the day and watchTV,” Kati says. “My son and his friendslove to hang out in here.”

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COOKING RIGHT“I’ve never walked into any kitchen and

thought it perfect — but this one was,” Katisays. “All the appliances were new when Imoved in. The black granite countertops arewonderful to work on, and I love the Redondotile over the gas oven. The pine floors are easyon my feet and knees, and that’s important be-cause I cook a lot. And the amount of storage inhere was a huge draw for me. Have you everseen so many cabinets?

“I like the way the room is arranged, with theL-shaped counters so guests can hang out while Icook. Because there is standing room on threesides, they can even help.”

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MASTER PEACEKati’s bedroom is a corner room that

takes advantage of great windows to let innatural light. Her upholstered headboardfrom One King’s Lane is a favorite piece offurniture. Over the bureau beside the bed isa small painting by local favorite FrancoMondini Ruiz.

The large louvered-door closet is Kati’sfavorite space in the room. She recently had

the Container Store reorganize the space andnow has no trouble finding clothes, shoes orpurses in a hurry. “This is one of the bestthings I’ve ever done,” she says. “I like it somuch that I had the Container Store reworkmy daughter’s closet, too.”

BACKYARD NIRVANAKati frequently leaves the door to the back-

yard wide open so she can hear the fountain

burble and the breeze rustle through the bam-boo stalks. The back porch, covered in an arborovergrown with Carolina jessamine, has alarge rustic dining table with seating for six.The porch overlooks the pool area.

“I love the landscaping back here, but I cantake no credit for it,” Kati says. “The previousowner created this private oasis. Judicious useof ground cover means I have nothing to mowback here. The trees and the bamboo are so tallthat this is all very private. When my daughterand her friends were home from college, theyspent all their time back here. It’s the perfecthangoutfor them!

“I feel very fortunate to have found the per-fect house at the perfect time,” Kati says. “It’sbeen a great home for family living and for en-tertaining my friends. I know now that blisscan happen because I find it here every day.”

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78209IDEAS FOR LIVING

SpringMAKE THE PATIO YOUR

The shining sun and vibrant blooms — what better way to take inthe freshness of spring then admiring it from a patio? There’s a patioto fit every home. Whether it’s a retreat full of lush greenery or anelaborate space for outdoor entertaining, patios, like other parts of thehome, can be designed or revamped to any homeowner’s dream space.By adding a splash of color or an inviting signature piece, there areendless new options and amenities to spruce up this outdoor space.Our local design experts, Amy Doyle, of Sunset Ridge Hardware,Adam Kelley of Home & Patio, and Rob Robinson of Summer Clas-sics, weigh in on the trendiest materials, outdoor decor and furnitureto brighten your patio for springtime fun.

EATING AT NEW HEIGHTSEuro or chat height dining, which is

not as high as traditional dining tableheight and not as low as coffee tableheight, is the must-have piece for out-doors this year. “You will not only beseeing more outdoor sofas and outdoordining, but more unusual and innova-tive solutions,” explains Robinson.“Having a chat -height dining table al-lows for prolonged enjoyment whiledining in more comfortable seatingsimilar to lounge chairs.” Kelley con-tinues, “Fire pit tables are also verypopular. Their height usually measuresat 29 or 30 inches for dining, and fea-tures smaller propane tanks housed un-derneath.”

PaletteBy KRISTIN MEARS

OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM“You will be seeing the outdoor room become something of a focal point this spring,” saysRobinson. “For many years the popularity of the outdoor room has been on the rise, andnow it has become one of the go-to solutions for adding livable square footage to thehome.” Bringing a few home comforts from inside to your outdoor patio can cozy up thisspace and create the ideal inviting atmosphere for entertaining guests and family. “Yourpatio doesn’t have to exactly reflect your indoor space,” says Doyle. “It can be more playfuland fun.” Regardless of what design aesthetic you choose for your outdoor space, our ex-perts can agree that homeowners are moving as much of the indoors as they can outside.


SPLASHES OF COLOR“The great thing about out-

door decor is that you can take itto the next level by using morecolor and whimsy than youprobably would in your inte-rior spaces,” says Doyle. “Pil-lows add impact and you canchange them as often as you like ─they are an inexpensive bang.” Foryears, outdoor throw pillows only came with a matching furniture set, andtoday there are endless options to work with any color scheme. “Color isgrowing in popularity, but also gray tones,” explains Robinson. “Texturaland geometric patterns are also of interest now. You will see calming colorsoffering a sense of tranquility and peace, like royals, navy and cobalt. Slategrey and Kubu (natural rattan) are perfect for spring.”

FUNCTIONAL ACCENTSWhether it is with a piece of furniture, patterned rug or a rustic arbor, youcan capture the beauty of the outdoors with many stylish, versatile andfunctional accent pieces to make your patio feel like home. “Most outdoorrugs are extremely durable and can simply be shaken or vacuumed,” saysDoyle. With so many durable fashionable materials, it’s difficult to tell

the difference between an indoor and an outdoor rug. Depend-ing on your budget and inspiration, your options are

virtually endless when it comes to outfitting yourpatio. “You will see a new array of eclectic outdoor

accent tables,” explains Robinson. “These are madein robust outdoor technology like Superstone, whichhas an aluminum honeycomb core under stone boardfinished in an ultra-durable mineral composite thatcomes in different color variations.”Umbrellas can also add a touch of color and fun. Kelleynotes the popular trend in umbrellas among his customerssaying, “Umbrellas tilt and rotate and are getting largerand larger. Some go up to 16 feet in diameter and the poleis off to the side. This is called a cantilever model. They

come with good fabric and storage options.”

GUESTS, HAVE A SEATBackyards are the perfect destination to host parties and

gather with family and friends. Patio furniture is becomingmore comfortable, larger and aesthetically pleasing for socialgatherings. “Most companies started out with the classicAdirondack chair, but have now ventured into deep seatingsets, dining sets and outdoor bar tables and stools,” saysDoyle. “They all come with beautiful color and finish assort-ments and top-quality fabrics to make picking and choosing atough one.”

Dominant trends our experts are noticing that will con-tinue this year are outdoor kitchens with counter stool diningand fire pit areas with spring chair lounging for guests. What-ever the size of your gathering, having functional seating is amust. Kelley agrees, “Anything with swivel and rocking mo-tion with a high back is the key. Customers ask for these op-tions all the time at his store. He continues, “Good qualitycushions should last seven to 10 years, so picking a neutralcolor on cushions allows more creativity with accents downthe road. He continues, Cushions can be a large investmentwhen considering their replacement cost. They can cost asmuch as half the furniture cost. The most enduring framestyles are made of polyethelene which is a recycled plastic.You see this material for solid outdoor furniture and syntheticwicker. People like wicker because it does not get hot in thesun like metal (aluminum or rod iron).”

FABRIC WITH FLAIRQuick and easy updates can bring springtime charm to any

patio. A must is to choose outdoor-ready fabrics that can resistmoisture and mildew and be more weather-friendly. “Outdoorfabrics will gain a new level of customization with contrastingwelting and scatter back cushions on sofas and lounge chairs,”explains Robinson. “Resin wicker is still king right now, butyou will see new and innovative resins, such as Kubu, an out-door resin that looks like natural rattan.” With so many color-ful, trendy products, homeowners must consider the bestinvestment for their outdoor haven that is aesthetically pleas-ing, durable and timeless. “There has been an explosion in thepast few years of ‘recycled plastic lumber,’ an eco-friendlyproduct that is extremely attractive to the eye,” explainsDoyle. “The key to purchasing any product for outdoor use isdurability. There are plenty of attractive and trendy products,but more than likely they will not stand up to the wear and tearof our brutal summers and mild winters.”

MAINTENANCE AND TIPSAdam Kelley states, “Regardless how much you spend,

items will need some minimal maintenance, usually liquidsoap and warm water and let items air dry. They will seem likebrand new. These products will last a decade or more.

Ask questions about the construction of the seating cush-ions you want to purchase. “Does it have a draining core? Isfabric solution ‘dyed acrylic,’ which means the color is dyedall the way through? This is important because this processensures that colors won’t fade when exposed to direct sunlight.And, look for “domestic made” on your cushions.”

The most difficult decisions always seem to be family related.Early choices associated with parenting require large amounts of re-search and often sheer guts to follow what the parent believes to bebest for the child. It is this “gut-wrenching” feeling many parents as-sociate with autistic children and those diagnosed with Attention De-ficient Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficient HyperactivityDisorder (ADHD). Questions surround the issue: How young should a child begin

treatment? Is a young adult too old? How do you determine medica-tion, or is medication even a good choice? How do you find the besteducational system for this child?

By PAMELA LUTRELL

These questions and more can be answered by the team of medicalexperts at the Restore Behavioral Health Clinic, 414 West SunsetRoad (across from Home Depot). Signs of working with children areevident upon entry — crayon drawings hang behind the receptiondesk; games and toys sit in a child-friendly space; and puzzles andbooks are provided for parents while waiting. Dr. Melinda Down, clinic director, is a clinical psychologist and a

board-certified neurofeedback provider. She has assisted families forover 23 years with this alternative to medication and experiencedmeasurable success with many ADD/ADHD patients. “The side ef-fects from some medications can be quite strong,” says Down. “Theycan be sedating, addictive and affect heart rates. Patients with verydifferent brain patterns will often be placed on the same medication,and it does not help both patients.”Neurofeedback is designed around research proving the brain has

the ability to change itself in order to improve function. This neuro-plasticity reveals that use of a brain-computer may be beneficial toassist the brain to master a more efficient state of neuronal regulationthrough visual and auditory feedback. In other words, improvementin learning and often in skills is known to occur with neurofeedbackthrough brain retraining.

TREATING ADHD, ADD AND AUSTISM WITH NEUROFEEDBACK

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“We begin with a thorough diagnostic as-sessment that includes a history of symptoms,neuropsychological testing and the culmina-tion of a very personal brain map, which tellsour staff what is needed for improvement,”says Down. “This is a 19-channel assessmentof each brain with a very personalized diag-nosis. No two brain maps are the same.”Retraining the brain does take time, how-

ever, and most will require between 20 and80 treatments. “You must be willing to makea time commitment,” says Down. “Typically,patients will need to see us up to six months,at least twice a week.” There is also a financial commitment. Ses-

sions may run from $65 to $95, depending onthe diagnosis. However, for most, this is notcovered by insurance. “Texas did mandatecoverage for a brain injury and treatment ofPTSD with neurofeedback,” says Down. “Butwe are still advocating for others to receivesimilar help. We need new legislation.” Neurofeedback treatment is just a part of

how the clinic will work with families. Thetreatment involves training the parents onproper ways to help the child; training forgood brain health with nutrition and exercise;and training to control media exposure to cellphone, computers and television. “We all

need to be striving for healthy brains, and itis beneficial to learn what will work witheveryone in the family,” says Down.She smiled while thinking of one patient

who came to their clinic on five medicationsand making little progress. After 40 sessions,the child went down to two medications andbegan to test within normal range. “Now heis confident, and his school performance hasvastly improved,” she said.

“Neurofeedback has measurable suc-cess, no matter the age of the patient or theneed,” Down says. “We are treating As-perger’s, learning disabilities, language dis-orders, chronic pain, anxiety, trauma andsubstance abuse. Others come to improvepeak performance with athletics, careers oreducation. We know we can help parentswhen life becomes difficult. We do thisevery day.”

QEEG Brain Mapping offers state-of-the-art digital analysis of a 19-point EEG to identify specific regions of thebrain marked by abnormality in electrical brain wave functioning.

CONSISTENTLYVOTED ONE OF

SAN ANTONIO’S TOP DENTISTSBY HIS PEERS

Tuesday, March 1ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY12pmThe Petroleum Club8620 N. New BraunfelsSan Antonio, TX 78217ahrotary.org

Wednesday, March 2ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON11:30am meet & greet, 12pm guest speakerPaesano’s Lincoln Heights555 E. Basse RoadSan Antonio, TX 78209alamoheightschamber.org

Thursday, March 3 (last day for academy)ALAMO HEIGHTS EMERGENCY SERVICES ACADEMY 5:30-8pmAlamo Heights Municipal Complex6116 Broadway StreetSan Antonio, TX 78209Alamoheightstx.gov


Sunday, March 13DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS:Turn clocks forward one hour.

Monday, March 14ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING5:30-9pm6116 Broadway StreetSan Antonio, TX 78209alamoheightstx.govMeeting is open to the public.

NEISD BOARD MEETING5:30pm8691 Tesoro DriveSan Antonio, TX 78217neisd.netMeeting is open to the public.(Meeting date and time are subject to change.)

TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING5-6pmTerrell Hills City Hall5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209terrell-hills.comMeeting is open to the public.

March 14-18SPRING BREAKSchool will not be held this week forSpring Break for AHISD and NEISD.


ALAMO HEIGHTS ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (ARB)5:30-8pm6116 Broadway StreetSan Antonio, TX 78209alamoheightstx.govMeeting is open to the public.

Thursday, March 17AHISD REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING7-9pmAHISD Admin. Offices-Board Room7101 Broadway StreetSan Antonio, TX 78209ahisd.netMeeting is open to the public.


Friday, March 25GOOD FRIDAYSchool will not be held for AHISD andNEISD in observance of Good Friday.

Sunday, March 27EASTER HOLIDAY

Monday, March 28ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING5:30-9pm6116 Broadway StreetSan Antonio, TX 78209alamoheightstx.govMeeting is open to the public.


Tuesday, April 5ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY12pmThe Petroleum Club8620 N. New BraunfelsSan Antonio, TX 78217ahrotary.org

Wednesday, April 6ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON11:30am meet & greet, 12pm guest speakerPaesano’s Lincoln Heights555 E. Basse RoadSan Antonio, TX 78209alamoheightschamber.org

Friday, April 1530TH ANNUAL ALAMO HEIGHTS NIGHTPRESENTED BY THE ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY5:30-11:30pmUniversity of The Incarnate WordFor more information go to ahrotary.org.

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CHAMBER COMMERCEofNEWS FROM ALAMO HEIGHTS

Candace Andrews Director of Community Relations and Marketing for the Botanical Gardens

Bob Brackman, Executive Director of Botanical GardensAHCC President Nick Bastress and Marta Roberts of Alamo Heights Health & Rehab Center

The Alamo Height Chamber of Commerce believes that the preservation,growth and promotion of local businesses are directly related to members’economic success. The chamber’s monthly networking luncheons at Pae-sano’s in Lincoln Heights gather businesses from inside and outside ’09 todiscuss the latest news and updates happening in the city. Below are someof the speakers who presented at the February meeting. Contact 210-822-7027 for more information.

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6201 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209Senior Pastor: Rev Dr. Richard Knott. Jr.

(210) 824-0271www.alamoheightspres.com

ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Come Worship with Us

Glorifying God and sharing the teachings of Jesus Christ we build a community of hope

and wholeness through worship education, service and fellowship.

Two worship services at 8:30am and 11:00am

78209CHURCH DIRECTORY

ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH6501 Broadway St.San Antonio, TX 78209210-824-9539Services:Sunday 10:45am and Wednesday 6:15pm praise andprayer

ALAMO HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH6435 N. New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209210-828-5728alamoheightscc.orgServices:Sunday: 10:50am-12pm

ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH6201 Broadway St.San Antonio, TX 78209210-824-0271alamoheightspres.comServices: Sunday 8:30am and 11am

ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH825 E Basse RoadSan Antonio, TX 78209210-826-3215ahumc.orgServices:Sunday 8:30am, 9:30am and 11am

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH6720 Broadway St.San Antonio, TX 78209210-822-3394clcah.orgServices:Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST5927 Broadway St.San Antonio, TX 78209210-822-8870(no website)Services:Wednesday 12-1pm and Sunday 10:30-11:30am

MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH308 Mt. Calvary Drive San Antonio, TX 78209210-824-8748mtcsa.orgServices:Sunday 8:30am and 11am

ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA CATHOLIC CHURCH102 Lorenz RoadSan Antonio, TX 78209210-824-1743stanthonydepadua.orgServices:Sunday mass 7:30am, 9am; 10:30am, 1 pmDaily mass 9am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH11 Saint Luke’s LaneSan Antonio, Texas 78209210-828-6425slecsa.orgServices:Sunday 8am, 9am, 11am. 6pm Wednesday 8:10am, Thursday12:15pm

ST. PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES CHURCH111 Barilla PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78209210-822-3367stpeterprinceoftheapostles.orgServices:Mass Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9am, 11am and 5:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday 7am; Wednesday 5:30pm; Friday 8:15am

ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH3303 Urban Crest DriveSan Antonio, TX 78209210-824-0139stpiusxsa.orgServices:Saturday 8am, 5pm; Sunday 8am, 10:15am, 12:10pm, 5:30pmMonday-Friday at various times

For more information visit www.SanAntonioChurches.com.

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ASSEMBLY BOARD GALAThe Assembly (founded in 1925) hosted its annual ball on Saturday, Jan. 30 at Club Giraud tohonor the new members and the debutant daughters and grand-daughters of their members.

Stephanie Wilde, Sarena Aldrich, Roxana Richardson, Jill Peavy, Claire Vaughan(not pictured- Victoria Rico)

Assembly Board Members - Catherine Matthews, Lisa Ray, Lissa Allen, Caroline Cage and Josie Dorris

Assembly Honorees - Becca Worden and Mary Catherine (Mae) Nixon

Izzy Preston, Analiese Wagner, Faith Flume, Elise Rubiola, Lilly O’Neill, Gates Register,Auburn Lucas, Peyton Hardy

Jenna Belle Fuhrmann, Triple Fuhrmann,Harry Brusenhan and Ian Brusenhan

Abigail Bruns, Camilla Kampmann andMelanie Vaughn

Sadie Stell

SYMHONY BELLE BALLThe San Antonio Symphony League recently hosted its 46th Symphony Ball on Feb. 13. Taking place at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa, the event’s themewas “Sunset in Old Havana” and served as the setting where the 2016 Symphony Belleswere presented.


March 3NOTTE NERA – DINNER IN THE DARKBenefiting San Antonio Public LibraryThe Vault210-225-4728

March 195TH ANNUAL JUNIOR LEAGUE OF SAN ANTONIO FETE DE CUVEE UIW Rosenberg Sky Room210-225-1861

March 22JUNIOR LEAGUE VOLUNTEER EXTRAORDINAIRE AWARDHonoring Rhonda Kolm CalvertSan Antonio Country Club210-225-1861

March 26ZETA TAU ALPHA CROWN AFFAIR LUNCHEON San Antonio Country Club210-313-9926

April 7ANNUAL SPRING LECTURE AND LUNCHEON BENEFITING FRIENDS OF HOSPICESpeaker: Lynn HambySan Antonio Country Club 210-785-5850

April 919TH ANNUAL RACE FOR THE CURE SAN ANTONIOBenefiting Susan G. Komen FoundationAlamodome210-222-9009

April 11UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD THE CUTTING EDGE FASHION SHOWUIW Rosenberg Skyroom210-822-5336

April 14LE BRUNCH DES CHAPEAUXSTYLE SHOW AND LUNCHEONBenefiting Autism Community NetworkThe Argyle210-435-1000

78209GIVES BACKSOCIAL PLANNING CALENDAR

MARCH/APRIL 2016

AMERICAN20NINEExecutive chef Jerry Toomey prepares eclecticwine country cuisine and suggests flavorful winepairings. The menu selections include duck,salmon, pork and steak. 255 E. Basse, #940798-9463www.20ninewine.com $$

410 DINERA ‘50s-themed diner serving homemade soups,a large variety of vegetable dishes, fresh catfish,shrimp, prime steaks, pork chops and chicken. 8315 Broadway822-6246www.410diner.com $

ANNE MARIE’S BISTROLocated in the historic Sullivan Carriage House(circa 1896) at the entrance to the San AntonioBotanical Garden. Chef David Gates preparesdelicious fresh soups, salads, quiche and sand-wiches along with daily specials.555 Funston Place826-5800www.carriagehousebistro.com$ Sat-Sun Brunch

BIRD BAKERYA delightful bakery and small bistro that servessandwiches, quiche, croissants, pies, cupcakes,cookies, brownies and dessert bars.5912 Broadway804-2473www.birdbakery.com $

BROADWAY 50/50Vintage-themed diner serving fun appetizers,like the Chuck Norris Kickers (chicken andjalapeños wrapped in bacon) and Totchos(Tator Tot Nachos), burgers, BLT’s, Cuban sand-wiches and more. 5050 Broadway826-0069www.broadway5050.com $

CAPPY’SLunch, dinner and brunch - Cappy’s is fine din-ing in the heart of ‘09, serving prime steaks,prime rib, rack of lamb and seafood. 5011 Broadway828-9669www.cappysrestaurant.com $$$ Brunch

CAPPYCCINO’S BISTROCasual dining in a bistro setting. High-qualityhamburgers, pizzas, sandwiches and salads areoffered for lunch and dinner. 5003 Broadway828-6860www.cappyccinos.com $

4902 Broadway822-0300www.osakasteaknsushi.com $-$$Reservations suggested

PIRANHA KILLER SUSHISushi, Japanese and Pacific Rim cuisine in alively environment located in the Quarry Mar-ketplace. Up-tempo music with a large barand lots of creative appetizers and sushi rolls. 260 E. Basse, #101822-1088www.piranhakillersushi.com $$

P. F. CHANG’SLocated in the Quarry Market, this chainrestaurant offers sushi, dim sum, wok classics,noodle dishes and exotic cocktails. 255 E. Basse, #1200 507-1000www.pfchangs.com $$

SUSHI ZUSHITraditional Japanese and Latin American influ-ences fused into modern, healthy rolls, riceand noodle dishes.999 E. Basse826-8500www.sushizushi.com $$

SNOW’S VIETNAMVietnamese cusine with light soups and springrolls and phenomenal steaming bowls of pho.3244 Broadway892-7461 $$

TONG’S THAIBeautiful Thai restaurant with tranquil out-door patio with koi pond. Traditional Thaifood, along with Chinese dishes and sushi.1146 Austin Highway829-7345www.tongsthai.com $$ Patio

BARBECUEBUN ‘N’ BARREL1960s-era landmark serving BBQ, burgers,brisket and milkshakes in casual digs withiconic neon signage.1150 Austin Highway828-2829www.bunnbarrel.com $

L&L HAWAIIAN BARBECUEAuthentic Hawaiian style barbecue. A fusionof Aisian and American cuisine that includesfresh seafood, Lau Lau (pork steamed in taroleaves), savory Kalua pork, chicken and beefall served the Aloha way with rice. 1302 Austin Hwy 474-6699www.hawaiianbarbecue.com $

THE BARBECUE STATIONAuthentic wood-smoked barbecue — brisket,ribs, sausage and chicken. 1610 N.E. Loop 410 824-9191www.barbecuestation.com $ - $$

THE SMOKE SHACKBrisket, pulled pork, sausage, turkey, ribs andchicken plus delicious sides like Smoke ShackMac, vinegar slaw and spicy creamed corn. 3714 Broadway829-8448www.smokeshacksa.com $

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Live Entertainment

RAFFLES RESTAURANT & BARNeighborhood watering hole and night spotwith good food and live entertainment.Tuesday nights they have a steak special thatis popular with the locals. 1039 N.E. Loop 410826-7118www.rafflesrestaurant $Live Entertainment

SILO ELEVATED CUISINESilo is listed as one of OpenTable's Top Ameri-can Restaurants and rated as one of Zagat’s TopLocal Picks. They offer New American fare inan elegant atmosphere. There is a prix fixe din-ner option available. Signature dishes incudeHoney Soy Glazed Atlantic Salmon, Musselsand Linguini and Chicken-Fried Oysters.1133 Austin Highway824-8686 www.siloelevatedcusine.com $$

STONE WERKSGood food and a hip atmosphere. There areover 40 beers on tap, a full bar and lots of bigscreen TVs. The outside patio is a very popularspot to gather with friends for happy hour orto watch a game.Broadway at Basse823-3508www.stonewerks.com $-$$ Patio

TWIN SISTERS BAKERYAND CAFEHealthy food using local ingredients. Coffeesand espressos; quiche, pastries, sandwiches,soups and salads. Live music on Friday nights.6322 N. New Braunfels822-0761www.twinsistersbakeryandcafe.com $Live Entertainment

ZEDRIC’SChef-prepared healthy pre-packaged meals togo. Meals are low-calorie and can be low-carb, Paleo or gluten-free.5231 Broadway824-6000www.zedrics.com $

ASIANHSIU YUSzechuan-style Chinese food. A favorite ‘09restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner with abrunch on Sundays.8338 Broadway828-2273wwwhsiuyu.com $$ Sun Brunch

KOI KAWAA Japanese restaurant and sushi bar featuringlots of specialty rolls and dishes with complexand interesting flavors.4051 Broadway805-8111www.facebook.com/pages/koikawa$-$$

MON THAI BISTROThai food and sushi by chef Mmonrat “Mon”Shirley in a beautiful and tranquil atmospherewith tables that overlook a peaceful outdoorgarden and fountain.4901 Broadway 822-3253www.monsthai.com $-$$

OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHIJapanese steak and sushi with hibachi tableswhere chefs cook and perform for audiences.

www.saeats.com

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CORNER BAKERY CAFEHand-crafted sandwiches, salads, soups, pas-tas, and lots of inventive desserts includingbaby bundt cakes, whoopee pies, hand piesand pound cakes.255 E. Basse, #100441-4553wwwcornerbakerycafe.com $

EARL ABEL’SHome-style food served for breakfast, lunchand dinner. Earl Abel’s is a San Antonio land-mark that opened in 1933. It is famous for itstake-out fried chicken, savory side dishes andhomemade pies.2101 Austin Highway, #175822-3358www.earlabelsa.com $

EZ’SBurgers, oak-fired brick oven pizzas, rosemaryroasted chicken and award-winning salads, allserved in a fun ‘50s-themed atmosphere. 6498 N. New Braunfels828-1111 $

GOOD TIME CHARLIE’STexas home-style favorites including catfish,steaks and a chicken-fried steak many claim isthe “Best In Texas.”2922 Broadway828-5392www.gtcsatx.com $

J. ALEXANDER’SA contemporary American restaurant, knownfor its wood-fired cuisine. The menu featuresa wide selection of classics including prime rib,steak, seafood and rotating specials likeSeafood Czarina, Tuscan Steak, Grilled Fish withMango Papaya Salsa and Chicken Milanese. 255 E. Basse, #1300824-0275www.jalexanders.com $$ -$$$

JIM’S RESTAURANT24-hour diner serving all-day breakfast. Theyoffer hearty choices like steak and eggs,omelets and Tex-Mex huevos rancheros. Acomprehensive lunch and dinner menu, too,that includes all the standards - salads, sand-wiches and burgers plus nostalgic favorites likepatty melts and liver and onions. 4108 Broadway828-51208427 Broadway826-7001www.jimsrestaurants.com $

MAGIC TIME MACHINESan Antonio theme restaurant where staffdresses up as cartoon characters, super heroes,movie stars and pop heroes.902 N.E. Loop 410 828-1470www.magictimemachine.com $

MAMA'S CAFEA family-friendly atmosphere with burgers,shakes and root beer floats. For adults theyserve creative cocktails and large-portioneddinners that include baby-back ribs, friedshrimp, meatloaf and chicken-fried steak. 2442 Nacogdoches826-8303www.mamasrestaurants.com $

NOSHNosh offers great wines, craft brews and smallplates that are big on taste. A place to relaxand indulge in some really great food. 1133 Austin Highway826-6674www.noshsa.com $

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78209 SPIRITS

FIND THE PERFECT BOTTLE

WINE FROM CENTRAL MARKETJust tell the wine experts at Central Market what you’recooking, and they will give you a recommendation. Theycan suggest perfect pairings for steak, seafood, pork andpoultry dishes. Their staff travels to the world’s bestwineries in search of unique wines to drink. They have alarge selection of reds including many varieties of Zin-fandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, San-giovese, Shiraz and Pinot Noir. They have a GrapeExpectations wall of wine, where the bottles are labeledwith stickers that tell you the character of the wine —bold, sweet, light, full-bodied etc. They also offer whitewines in varieties that include Chardonnay, SauvignonBlanc, Pinot Grigio and Riesling. They also carry selec-tions unique to Central Market that are as affordable asthey are sippable.

ITALIANCERRONI’S PURPLE GARLICHomemade soups, fresh salads, hand-tossedpizzas and strombolis along with favorites likeeggplant parmigiana and spaghetti withhomemade meatballs.1017 Austin Highway822-2300www.ceronispurplegarlic.com $$

PAESANOSAn upscale landmark Italian resturant with alarge menu of classic and contemporary Ital-ian dishes and an extensive wine list.555 E. Basse828-5191 www.paesanositalianrestaurant.com$$ - $$$

PIATTIMarket-inspired, rustic Italian cuisine in awarm and welcoming environment.255 E. Basse, #500832-0300www.piatti.com $$

SORRENTOSpecializing in traditional Italian cuisine with-antipasti, seafood and pasta dishes. 5146 Broadway824-0055www.sorrentopizzeria.com $$

TRE TRATTORIATuscan-inspired Italian fare featuring house-made fresh pasta, antipasti, salumi, signaturecast-iron pizzas and simply prepared entrees.The wine list features each region in Italy andoffers quartino and bottle service. 4003 Broadway805-0333www.tretrattoria.com $$- $$$

MEXICAN/LATINADELANTEServing what they refer to as health-mex. Allnatural light and fresh dishes with plenty ofvegan and vegetarian choices.21 Brees Blvd.822-7681www.adelanterestaurant.com $

BETO’SA unique combination of Mexican street foodand Latin American soul food. The fish tacoswere voted best fish taco in San Antonio.8142 Broadway930-9393www.betosaltmex.com $

EL MACHITOChef Johnny Hernandez prepares selectmesquite-grilled meats over an open fire inthe traditional style of the carne asada ofnorthern Mexico. 7300 Jones Maltsberger314-3971www.chefjohnnyhernandez.com $$

FLAIROrganic farm-to-table Mexican street food. 6462 N. New Braunfels Ave.977-0193www.flairmexicanstreetfood.com $

LA FONDACasual dining in a relaxed setting, serving con-temporary Mexican cuisine, thoughtfully exe-cuted. Open for lunch and dinner with abrunch on Sunday.8633 Crownhill Blvd.824-4231www.lafondaah.com $$ Sun Brunch

PALOMA BLANCADishes from the coastal regions of Mexico.Signature dishes include grilled snapper, ce-viche, pozole, handmade flautas and tacos alpastor. 5800 Broadway822-6151www.palomablanca.net $$

PICANTE GRILLUpscale, chef-prepared gourmet Mexicanfood with recipes based on the cuisine of theMexican interior.3810 Broadway822-3797www.picantegrill.com $$

1039 NE LOOP 410 (210) 826-7118 www.rafflesrestaurantandbar.com

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EUROPEANCAFE DIJONComfort food with a French twist: croque mon-sieur, croque madame, chicken crepes, Frenchonion soup, beef bourguignon and more.555 East Basse822-2665www.cafedijonsa.com $

CRUMPETSEuropean cusine by chef Francois Maeder fea-turing fresh seafood, pasta, beef and chicken.Restaurant has a large patio surrounded by oaktrees, decorative ponds and waterfalls. 3920 Harry Wurzbach821-5454www.crumpetssa.com $$-$$$ patio

FREDERICK’SFrench fusion cusine prepared by chef-ownerFrederick Costa. A wonderful culinary experi-ence with dishes that feature flounder, roastedduck, escargot and more.7701 Broadway828-9050www.frederickssa.com $$ - $$$

HOFBRAU & BEER GARDENA beer garden and popular happy hour destinationwith hearty food. Offerings include Germanschnitzel, a chicken-fried ribeye and brisket nachos. 7310 Jones Maltsberger290-8066quarryhofbrau.com $

LA MADELEINEA quaint French country cafe with stone fire-places and quiet nooks where you can enjoybuttery croissants, French onion soup, beefbourguignon or chicken cordon bleu pasta.4820 Broadway829-7291www.lamadeleine.com $-$$

LION & ROSE ENGLISH PUBEnglish pub atmosphere with dark wood, darkales and satisfying food like Scotch eggs, bangersand mash, shepherd’s pie, and fish and chips.5148 Broadway822-7673www.thelionand rose.com $

GREEKPAPOULI’S GRILLAuthentic Greek food with gyros, hummus,Greek salads and more.255 E. Basse, #384804-1118www.papoulis.com $

HAMBURGERSBURGER FIGourmet burgers and hot dogs made from allnatural, never-frozen meat. Vegetarian burgersare available too, plus sides like hand-cut freshfries, crispy onion rings and frozen custard.1907 Nacogdoches Road858-4052www.burgerfi.com $

CHEESY JANE’SBurgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sidesplus shakes in many flavors. 4200 Broadway826-0800www.cheesyjanes.com $

CHESTER’S HAMBURGERSRustic casual environment with lots of beers ontap and a genuinely great hamburger.1006 N.E. Loop 410805-8600 $

LONGHORN CAFECasual, family-friendly burger joint with woodpicnic tables, a playground for the kids, greatappetizers, salads and sides.1003 Rittiman at Harry Wurzbach822-7272www.thelonghorncafe.com $ Patio

ORDER UPA healthy take on your standard burger, friesand shakes with gluten-free, vegetarian andvegan options.999 E. Basse824-9600www.orderup-sa.com $


SOLUNA COCINAMEXICANATrendy upscale Mexican restaurant with alively happy hour, impressive margaritas, Tex -Mex favorites and a colorful patio. 7959 Broadway930-8070www.calvillosmexicanfood.com $$-$$$ patio

TACO GARAGERustic indoor-outdoor concept with severaldifferent bars and patios. They serve Tex-Mexbreakfast to dinner to a local crowd of regu-lars and frequently have live music.8403 Broadway826-4405www.tacogarage.com $$ Patio Live Entertainment

TOMATILLOS CANTINABrightly colored decor, lively music and greatfood.�They feature an extensive list of flavoredmargaritas, tableside flaming queso flameado,enchiladas, fish and shrimp tacos, sizzling fa-jitas and more. 3210 Broadway824-3005www.tomatillos.com $$

TORCHY’S TACOSElevated Mexican street food with lots of in-novative tacos filled with unexpected ingredi-ants like salmon, Jamaican jerk chicken andahi tuna.999 E. Basse 824-1603www.torchystacos.com $

URBAN TACOLocated in the Quarry Marketplace, this fastcasual restaurant offers full cocktail and mar-garita bar plus innovative Mexican cuisine.They also serve brunch on the weekends.290 E. Basse, #105332-5149www.urbantaco.com $$ Sat-SunBrunch

PIZZABRAZA BRAVAPizzas made in Neapolitan style in a wood -fired brick oven.7959 Broadway320-2100 $$

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHENFresh and light California-inspired salads,soups, flatbreads and pizzas.255 E. Basse 424-2014www.cpk.com $$

FLORIO’S PIZZAA local favorite with authentic New York-style pizza.7701 Broadway 805-8646www.floriospizza.com $ - $$

GRIMALDI’S PIZZACasual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain servingbrick-oven pizzas and calzones. 330 E. Basse, #101832-8288www.grimaldispizzeria.com $$

VOLARE GOURMET PIZZAAn intimate, family-friendly restaurant servingNew York-style thin-crust pizza and other Ital-ian standards.5054 Broadway 828-3354www.volarepizza.com $ - $$

SOUTHWESTERNCANYON CAFECreative dishes influenced by the AmericanSouthwest. Among the many offerings are abison meatloaf, grilled lemon salmon, bajashrimp pasta and fajitas255 E. Basse, #600 821-3738www.canyoncafe.com $$

STEAKSTHE BARN DOORLong-standing family-owned steakhouse withWestern-style decor, serving steaks andseafood with frequent live music and a full bar.8400 N. New Braunfels824-0116www.thebarndoorrestaurant.com$$ - $$$ Live Entertainment

FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSEHigh-end steakhouse serving prime agedbeef and seafood. 255 E. Basse, #200 824-9463www.flemingssteakhouse.com $$$

RUTH'S CHRISUpscale steakhouse that serves primesteaks on sizzling plates as well as deliciousseafood and generous desserts.7720 Jones Maltsberger821-5051www.ruthschris.com $$$

TREATS & DESSERTSLA PANADERÍAArtisan bakery that bakes several varieties offresh bread and pastries daily. They have alarge, airy dining area and serve gourmetcoffee, soup and sandwiches. 8305 Broadway375-6746www.lapanaderia.com $

LILY’S COOKIESFresh baked home-style cookies to go plusseasonal and special-occasion decoratedcookies. 2715 McCullough Ave832-0886www.lilyscookies.com $

MENCHIE’SNon-fat, low-fat and regular yogurts in anassortment of flavors with fun toppings youadd yourself.999 E. Basse, Suite 177824-1104 www.menchies.com $

TRINICAKES CUPCAKERYHandcrafted seasonal cupcakes made daily. 999 E. Basse Road826-2427www.trinicakes.com $

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Since 1997, San Antonio residents have been enjoying CentralMarket and all of its creative foodie glory. It far surpasses any notionof being just a neighborhood grocery store. It is a destination-shop-ping extravaganza for people all over San Antonio and miles around.There is so much culinary energy pulsing through Central Market thatone could never experience boredom.

The doors open at 7 a.m, and the excitement begins. From break-fasting, to shopping, to lunching, to floral arranging, to smoothie in-venting, to product tasting, to afternoon caffeinating, to culinarylearning and so much more, it's a place of sheer action until the doorsclose at 10 p.m. Widely known as the gourmet grocery store withevery specialty item imaginable, it is also the place to go for lunch. Astroll through Central Market’s vast cafe area with its many food serv-ice counters can be mesmerizing — lunch and snack possibilitiesseem endless. One could eat lunch at Central Market every day for

weeks on end before cycling through something twice. Lunch fanscite creative culinary expertise, convenience, customer service andcommunity as reasons for their loyalty.

From its inception, Central Market has sought out creative culi-nary expertise as a pillar of its business, setting it apart from othergrocery stores and driving expansion across Texas. Locally, CentralMarket had the recent good fortune and wisdom to hire Jesse Perezas its new executive chef, a culinary powerhouse formerly of the ac-claimed Arcade Midtown Kitchen. I visited with chef Perez regardingsome of his new ideas soon to roll out, and he explained, “We’re notgoing to make such sweeping changes that we eliminate old favoriteslike chicken salad, for example, but we are going to offer a quarterlyrotation of some thoughtful and seasonal chef specials that will beweather-friendly.”

He added, “Let’s say it’s the middle of the summer ... we’ll aim to

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present several choices that would be moreappropriate for extreme heat, like a refresh-ing gazpacho in place of a spicy chili.” In thecafe, he plans to incorporate more local,Southwestern and Latin flavors in place ofthe current pan-Asian influenced items. Inthe big picture, chef Perez is bringing his im-pressive culinary talent and experience to theCentral Market table and making tweaks andupdates as needed.

When it comes to convenience atlunchtime, Central Market is convenientwith a capital “C” and quick with a capital“Q.” Park, walk in, and select which type offood you want — there are about nine dif-ferent prepared food sections calling yourname. If you have eight to 10 minutes tospare and prefer something made or cookedto order, try the sandwich station or the cafe,which utilizes the expeditious cooking meth-ods — wok, grill or saute. Upscale hamburg-

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ers are on the menu, along with an interestingarray of international dishes like Asian stir-friesand specialty sandwiches, my personal favoritebeing the Vietnamese banh mi. Their versionconsists of marinated spiced chicken toppedwith cucumbers served on either a baguette ornan bread.

On weekends, satisfying brunch options areavailable. On Sundays, our family orders fromthe café, and before our food is ready, we pur-chase one of the “sushi” options from the nearbyrefrigerator section. Our children have come tolove this healthy appetizer tradition. They endup eating less of their entree, but it allows me topack up their leftovers for their lunchbox thenext day.

Most of us are familiar with the other foodservice areas that take no time at all and includethe soup and salad bars, “grab and go” shelves,hot food line, chef’s case, sushi bar and others.The deli, however, is often overlooked as con-venient. Consider, for example, assembling asophisticated European-style lunch with olives(from the olive bar), paper-thin slices of pro-

Cheese varieties from around the world

Pre-packaged fruits, juices and smoothies as well as “grab and go”soups, salads and sandwiches.


sciutto, a baguette, a wedge of cheese fromthe cheese shop, some pre-cut and packagedfruit (across from the salad bar) and a bottleof chilled Pellegrino near the check-out area.Smoothies, located near the coffee bar, arealso convenient in many ways. They areeasy meals to eat on the road or in a hurrybut also on a diet — most diets, that is. Cen-tral Market can fortify smoothies with addi-tions, including protein powder,antioxidants, flax seeds, greens and others.

Customer service is another tremendousattribute for Central Market. They are veryaccommodating, seeking to help customersas much as possible. And tasting is instru-mental in their customer service model.Sales reps offer tastes whenever possible.Chef Perez is expanding ways for cus-tomers to taste in the cafe even more, the lat-est option being soups. He reasoned, “Howcan customers choose a soup based onmerely smell and appearance? They musthave the opportunity to taste.” Chef Perez isalso exploring another avenue of customerservice —answering requests for moregluten-free items.

Community is also among the attributesof Central Market. Human nature is meantto thrive in the context of community, andCentral Market provides a vehicle for indi-viduals to encounter it. The theme songfrom the old sitcom Cheers captures it best,concluding, “You wanna go where every-body knows your name.” It’s a rare daywhen I walk into Central Market and don’tsee at least one person I recognize. Sponta-neous lunch gatherings have resulted fromrunning into friends. When the weather isnice, the outdoor patio is lovely — a perfectperch for people-watching. The inside eat-ing space is nice in other ways; there aremore seating options for larger groups. Cen-tral Market has a way of bringing togetherpeople of all ages and stages.

Their gelato bar might have somethingto do with it, but most of all, it’s the peopleelement. A community highlight for me iswhen I see “Sharon,” a Central Market em-ployee preparing recipes on the floor (nearthe cheese counter) using ingredients fromthe store. She always greets me warmly andgives me a sample. Then she explains therecipe and we catch up for a minute. Whenmy children are with me, she greets themwith equal warmth and hospitality. If thisisn’t community, I don’t know what is!

Lunch at Central Market is not only a cre-ative and delicious departure from the norm,it’s also convenient, and it fosters a commu-nity-building experience whether you are ina hurry or not. With seasonal changes aheadand old standbys locked in, creatures of com-fort and creatures of adventure are sure to bepleased under the new leadership of chefJesse Perez.

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spectacular live concert, recreatingthe look, sound, and showmanshipof the greatest rock band of alltime.www.tobincenter.org

March 17ROBERT PLANTThe Tobin Center, 8pmRobert Plant is joined onstage byhis current band, the SensationalSpace Shifters. Before his recentprojects in Nashville with AlisonKrauss and Band of Joy, Plantrecorded the critically acclaimed,multi-Grammy nominated albumsDreamland and Mighty Rearranger.From this platform the SensationalSpace Shifters were born. www.tobincenter.org

March 17 –20THE JUNGLE BOOKCharline McCombs Empire Theatre, times varyEnjoy all your favorite and belovedJungle Book characters; Mowgli,his wolf-pack parents, Bagheerathe panther, Baloo the bear, andKaa the python are all here, alongwith the mischievous Bandar Logmonkey tribe and treacheroustiger Shere Khan and his jackal ac-complice Tabaqui. As Mowgligrows up, will he stay in the jungleor take his place in the world ofmen?www.majesticempire.com

March 18 –19H-E-B BIG LEAGUEWEEKENDAlamodome, times varyH-E-B Big League Weekend is anannual two-game major leaguebaseball spring training exhibitionhosted at the iconic Alamodome indowntown San Antonio. The eventwas created through a partnershipwith Nolan Ryan, the TexasRangers, Ryan Sanders Baseball,the San Antonio Missions and thecity of San Antonio. In addition tothe two games each year, there areseveral other events surroundingthe weekend that make it specialfor any baseball fan.www.bigleagueweekend.com

March 19CULINARIA 5K WINE & BEER RUNThe Shops at La Cantera, 8am

ART // MUSIC // FILM // THEATER // DANCE // CHARITY // OUTDOORS

March 5–6REMEMBER THE ALAMOWEEKENDThe Alamo, times varyStarting on Saturday, the groundsof the Alamo are transformed backin time to the 1830s. Join us for afull day of living history fun thatthe whole family will enjoy. Thenon Sunday, March 6th, the anniver-sary of the Battle of the Alamo, theSan Antonio Living History Associ-ation will present the “Dawn AtThe Alamo”© commemorative cer-emony from 5 to 7 am. www.visitsanantonio.com

March 5-July 10STORYBOOK HOUSESThe San Antonio Botanical GardenSee kid-sized, family-friendly story-book houses in this amazing springexhibit. In a partnership with AIASan Antonio, this engaging play-house exhibit is the fourth collabo-ration between the San AntonioBotanical Garden and area archi-tects and designers.www.sabot.org

March 6BULLETS OVER BROADWAYThe Tobin Center, 7pmThe hilarious musical comedyabout the making of a Broadwayshow. Written by Woody Allen,with original direction and chore-ography by Susan Stroman andbased upon the screenplay of theacclaimed film by Woody Allen andDouglas McGrath. www.tobincenter.org

March 12JAZZ IN PINKCarver Community Cultural Center,8-10pm

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April 2THE SAN ANTONIO BOOK FESTIVAL

Celebrate all that is wonderful about the printed word!SABF unites readers and writers in a celebration of ideas, books, libraries and literaryculture. Presented by the San Antonio Library Foundation, the Festival is a free, day-long event at the Central Library and Southwest School of Art that presents morethan 80 acclaimed national and regional authors at engaging readings, panel dis-cussions, book sales and signings.www.saplf.org

This stunning all-star female jazz en-semble known and loved as JAZZ INPINK. This talented band consistentlycaptivates audiences and delivers amixed genre — primarily jazz withsoul, R&B, symphonic, rock and hiphop undertones.www.thecarver.org

March 12THE URBAN COWBOY35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION TOUR MICKEYGILLEY & JOHNNY LEEThe Majestic, 7pmMickey Gilley is an American coun-try music singer. and musician. Al-though he started out singingstraight-up country and Westernmaterial in the 1970s, he movedtoward a more pop-friendly soundin the 1980s, bringing further suc-cess on not just the country charts,but the pop charts as well. Amonghis biggest hits are Room Full ofRoses, Don't the Girls All Get Pret-tier at Closing Time, and the re-make of the soul hit Stand by Me.www.majesticempire.com

March 14-18SPRING PLANT SALESan Antonio Botanical Garden,10am-2pmShop for San Antonio-friendlyplants grown by volunteers at theBotanical Garden at this annualMonday-Friday spring plant sale.Make selections for your landscapethat save you time, money, andwater! www.sabot.org

March 18THE COMEDY GET DOWNThe AT&T Center, 8pmCedric ‘The Entertainer’, EddieGriffin, D.L. Hughley, GeorgeLopez and Charlie Murphy all per-form stand-up. Don’t miss thisonce-in-a-lifetime chance to seefive members of comedy royaltycome together for the comedyevent of the year.www.attcenter.com

March 15ONE NIGHT OF QUEENThe Tobin Center, 7:30pmA tribute to rock legend Queen bycover band Gary Mullen and theWorks. One Night of Queen is a

RUN. WINE. BEER. CHEFS.FUN. O.K., there’s more to it thanthat. Come enjoy the race in abeautiful setting geared for yoursenses and your taste buds.Gather your friends for a team ormeet new ones at the race. Thereis a race expo the day before toget you equipped for all your raceday needs, and a race receptionlike none other! Run. Drink. Give– at the tastiest run in town.www.culinariasa.org

March 19-20DOG DAYSSan Antonio Botanical GardenA dog-friendly weekend at theGarden. Doggie treats and pools ofwater will be available for your pupas you stroll and enjoy the sightsand sounds of nature.A five dollardonation per dog (on a leash,please) will go toward local animal-friendly charities.www.sabot.org

March 22THE SPANISH HARLEMORCHESTRAAztec Theatre, 7:30 p.m.The Grammy Award-winningSpanish Harlem Orchestra (SHO)directed by world-renowned pi-anist, arranger, and producerOscar Hernández, this 13-mem-ber all-star ensemble reintro-duces the classic sounds of NewYork City salsa to music loversworldwide. www.artssa.org

March 20FALL OUT BOYFreeman Coliseum, 7pmMulti-platinum-selling artist FallOut Boy brings another can’t-missline-up to San Antonio with theirWintour Is Coming Tour.www.attcenter.com

March 24AN EVENING WITH YANNIThe Majestic Theatre, 8pmLegendary composer and per-former Yanni and his world-renowned orchestra will performaudience favorites from through-out his career as well as severalnewly reworked arrangements ofthe classics.www.majesticempire.com

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March 4AN EVENING WITH HEROES: THE ALAMOUNDER SIEGEThe Alamo, 6:30 p.m.Have you ever wondered what washappening inside and outside thewalls prior to the Battle of theAlamo? Come experience a recre-ation of the events and conversa-tions of the evening before the finalattack. Seven candlelit scenarioswill take you back as you witnesshistory unfold.www.thealamo.org

March 4EXPERIENCE HENDRIXThe Majestic Theatre,8pmA special concert with perform-ances by legendary artists who jointogether to pay homage to JimiHendrix. Featuring: Billy Cox, BuddyGuy, Kenny Wayne Shepherd,Jonny Lang, Dweezil Zappa, DoyleBramhall II, Eric Johnson, Chris Lay-ton, Mato Nanji, Noah Hunt andHenri Brown.www.majesticempire.com

March 53RD ANNUAL CROCKETTFIDDLER'S FESTIVALThe Alamo, 4 p.m.This free event takes place on thegrounds of the Alamo complex andfeatures Western swing, bluegrass,and old-time country from world-renowned artists Jason Roberts(Asleep at the Wheel, Van Morri-son), Rick McRae (George Strait),and Ron Knuth (Willie Nelson, HankWilliams, Jr.). Local food trucks willbe parked along Crockett Street.www.thealamo.org

March 6The Tobin Center

THE JUNGLE BOOKMarch 17 - 20

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their We’ve Been Thinkin Tour. Anunforgettable night of comedy inSan Antonio.www.tobincenter.org

April 5 – 10CINDERELLAThe Majestic, times varyRodgers and Hammerstein’s Cin-derella is the Tony Award®-win-ning Broadway musical that’sdelighting audiences with its con-temporary take on the classic tale.This lush production features anincredible orchestra, jaw-droppingtransformations and all the mo-ments you love — the pumpkin,the glass slipper, the masked balland more. www.majesticempire.com

April 16JAY MOHRThe Majestic Theatre, 8pmJay Mohr, star of Saturday NightLive and Jerry Maguire, performshis hilarious stand-up for onenight only.www.majesticempire.com

April 18CARRIE UNDERWOODThe AT&T Center, 8pmSeven-time Grammy winner Car-rie Underwood, takes her newmusic on the road in the Story-teller Tour - Stories in the Round. wwwattcenter.com

April 18 - 24THE VALERO TEXAS OPENThe AT&T Oaks Course at TPC

Some of the world’s best PGATour players visit the Alamo Cityfor a week of entertainment andcompetitive golf as well as enjoy-able activities for the entire family. www.valerotexasopen.com

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March 28SATURDAY NIGHT FEVERThe Tobin Center, 7:30pmA spectacular new production, thecoming-of-age tale of young TonyManero who learns the value oflife in 1970’s Brooklyn. Based onthe 1977 movie starring John Tra-volta, Saturday Night Fever ispacked with legendary hits fromthe Bee Gees, including Stayin’Alive, Night Fever, Jive Talking, YouShould Be Dancing, and How Deepis Your Love. www.tobincenter.org

March 31LEWIS BLACKThe Majestic Theatre, 8pmThe Emperor’s New Clothes, TheNaked Truth Tour. Lewis is anaward-winning, stand-up come-dian, and one of the most prolificperformers working today. www.majesticempire.com

April 1STEVEN WRIGHTThe Tobin Center, 8pmAcademy Award-winning stand-upcomic Steven Wright shares his sar-casm and skewed comedic view ofthe world.

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STOMPThe Majestic Theatre, 8pmAn explosive percussive perform-ance that appeals to audiences ofall ages. See what all the noise isabout.www.majesticempire.com

April 3JEFF FOXWORTHY &LARRY THE CABLE GUYThe Tobin Center, times varyJoin these 2 country comics on

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April 11THE CUTTING - EDGEFASHION SHOWThe Tobin CenterYou are invited to enjoy the latestfashions created and presented bythe fashion design students atUIW. The Cutting Edge Fiesta®Fashion Show displays new talentset to the professional standard ofa New York-style runway show.Student designers present fashioncollections they have illustrated,designed and constructed in afashion capstone course. Each col-lection is centered on an individualtheme ranging from a season, acolor or a market segment. All pro-ceeds from the event fund scholar-ships for students in UIW's fashionmanagement program. www.tobincenter.org

April 15-17TASTE OF NEW ORLEANSThe Sunken Garden TheaterExperience unique and exquisiteNew Orleans food and music atthis festive event. Try mouth-wa-tering Creole and Cajun disheslike gumbo, crawfish, shrimpetouffee, red beans and rice,boudin and many other favoritecuisines of the region. www.fiesta-sa.org

April 15-16FIESTA® OYSTER BAKESt. Mary's University CampusJoin 70,000 patrons as they enjoylive music on 6 stages,over 100,000oysters and food and beveragesfrom over 70 vendors.www.fiesta-sa.org

April 15ALAMO HEIGHTS NIGHTThe University of the IncarnateWord, 5:30 - 11:30pmActivities will highlight food fromsome of San Antonio’s leadingrestaurants and caterers. Culinaryofferings include Texas-style barbe-

April 20CORONATION OF THEQUEEN OF THE ORDEROF THE ALAMOThe Majestic Theatre, 8pmOne of the central features of Fi-esta® San Antonio. With aspectacularly set stage, the sym-phony orchestra performs theaccompaniment as visiting andin-town Duchesses make theirfull-court bows, followed by thepresentation of Her Royal High-ness the Princess and the coro-nation of Her Gracious Majesty,the Queen.www,majesticempire.com

April 22 BATTLE OF FLOWERS® PARADEParade Route, 11:30 - 4pmGlittering in the Texas sunshine,the parade moves down theroute, thrilling the crowds withawe-inspiring sights andsounds. In 2016 the time-hon-ored tradition continues withThis Land is Your Land, high-lighting our beautiful countryand our American heritage.www.fiesta-sa.org

April 23KING WILLIAM FAIRKing William Historic District,9am - 6pmA fair with arts and crafts, livemusic on four stages, food andbeverage booths, a kid’s playarea and a small but quirky pa-rade that makes its way throughthe streets of the historic districtwith its stately homes and gra-cious gardens.www.fiesta-sa.org

April 23FIESTA FLAMBEAU® PARADEParade Route, 7:30 - 10pmThis illuminated parade lights upthe streets of downtown SanAntonio. As the evening turnsto night, the parade presentswith spectacular lights andsounds from over 150 paradeentries. Marching bands, dancegroups and glorious glitteryfloats make this event a Fiestafavorite. www.fiesta-sa.org

cue, chocolate-dipped strawberries,fajitas, funnel cakes, gumbo, beanburgers, gyros, corn, turkey legs,shaved-ice beverages and more.This family-friendly atmosphere de-livers live entertainment all night onmultiple stages and a carnival mid-way with activities such as laser tag,rock climbing, Hamster Balls, slides,rides, face and hair painting andmore!www.fiesta-sa.org

April 18TEXAS CAVALIERS RIVER PARADEThe River Walk, 7-10pmAn evening of family fun with livemusic, celebrities and more than 40festively decorated floats sponsoredby local community organizationsand military installations driftingdown the San Antonio River. www.fiesta-sa.org

April 19-21

FIESTA® CORNYATIONCharline McCombs Empire TheatreCornyation is one of the most pop-ular events of Fiesta. It can betraced back to as early as 1951;therowdy show pokes fun at politi-cians, the prominent and the not-so-prominent.www.fiesta-sa.org

April 19-22NIOSA®La Villita, 5:30 - 10:30pmLa Villita takes center stage as85,000 visitors gather for fournights to celebrate the city's uniqueheritage at A Night in Old San An-tonio. More than 250 elaboratelydecorated food and drink boothsand more than a dozen nonstop en-tertainment stages represent the di-verse cultures and customs of ourcity in 15 heritage-themed areas.www.fiesta-sa.org

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OUTSIDE ‘09

SAN ANTONIO KICKS OFF ITS300TH ANNIVERSARY

Mayor Ivy R. Taylor and Bexar CountyJudge Nelson Wolff recently kicked off SanAntonio’s official Tricentennial celebrationsat the Tobin Center for the Performing Artsto commemorate the community’s 300th an-niversary taking place in 2018. The eventfeatured the unveiling of the official Tricen-tennial emblem and website, www.sananto-nio300.org, where residents can learn more

about the celebration and apply to becomean official Tricentennial partner.

During the first week of May 2018, thecity will observe the 300th anniversary of thefounding of the San Antonio de Béxar Pre-sidio and the Villa de Béxar civil settlement.

“Three hundred years is a significantmilestone in San Antonio’s remarkable jour-ney,” Mayor Taylor said. “I could not beprouder that our beloved city will soon com-memorate this special anniversary. We in-vite the community to get involved in thisonce-in-a-lifetime event.”

“Bexar County is looking forward to ourTricentennial celebration, which will in-clude the grand opening of San Pedro Creekand celebrations along the Mission Reachof the San Antonio River to showcase theWorld Heritage Designation of the San An-tonio Missions,” said Judge Wolff.

The official Tricentennial emblem wasunveiled during an interactive ceremonyfeaturing live music by Mariachi Las Al-teñas and Don’t Forget the Music, alongwith performances by Ballet San Antonioand Trilogy Dancers, visual art by MarioGarza and a ceremonial prayer from theSouthern Intertribal Group.

The Tricentennial celebration is a partner-ship between the City of San Antonio, BexarCounty and the private sector. AT&T was an-nounced as the first corporate sponsor.

“During our 300th anniversary, manyevents will be featured celebrating arts andculture, educational and economic initia-tives and community service that will showthe world we are a diverse and dynamic cos-mopolitan city,” said Edward Benavides,Tricentennial Commission CEO. “Thesecelebrations will be a tremendous commu-nity effort that will require partnerships withpublic and private organizations to imple-ment the most ambitious celebration SanAntonio has ever experienced.”

The Tricentennial Commission includes19 appointed individuals and is chaired byRobert Thrailkill, Dr. Alfonso Chiscano, Fr.David Garcia, Lionel Sosa and Dr. KatieLuber. Organizations may become an officialTricentennial partner by applying directly onthe website, www.sanantonio300.org.

SAMA EXHIBIT COMMEMORATESAUGUSTE RODIN

In commemoration of the 100th anniver-sary of the death of sculptor Auguste Rodin(French, 1840-1917), the San Antonio Mu-seum of Art presents Rodin: the Human Ex-perience. Featured in the exhibition are the

modern sculptor’s famous depictions ofwriters Victor Hugo and Honoré de Balzac;his monumental Torso of the Walking Man;works derived from his masterpiece, theGates of Hell; and his portrayal of God,which is a self-portrait.

The traveling Rodin: the Human Expe-rience offers museum attendees a must-seechance to come face to face with one of thelargest Rodin collections outside of Paris.The exhibit showcases 32 bronzes from theIris & B. Gerald Cantor Collections. The ex-hibit will run March 5-May 29. Visitwww.samuseum.org for more information.

FEST OF TAILSFun for the family and Fido! That’s

March 19, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., in McAllisterPark. A day outdoors showcasing food andmusic, arts, crafts and plenty of kites. Soakup the day as a spectator or kite flyer. Therewill be kites for sale, or stick around andlearn to make your own. And Fido can havefun too; dress him up and enter him in thePooch Parade. There will be prizes for best-dressed dog. Don’t miss this one day toshow off your kite-flying/designing skills.Check out www.saparksfoundation.org.You won’t believe your eyes.

BOND AND BEYONDSan Antonio Symphony Pops presents

Bond and Beyond March 11-13. For all theBond fans out there, enjoy an evening at theTobin celebrating the one and only JamesBond. Tunes from Goldfinger, From RussiaWith Love, Skyfall and Diamonds are For-ever will remind you once again why welove James. Secure your tickets at 210-223-8624, or visit www.sasymphony.org. No-body Does it Better.

TENNIS, ANYONE?The inaugural San Antonio

Open Tennis Tournament, aWTA 125K Series Event, willbe held at the McFarlin Tennis

Spring is here and we give you fresh perspectives on history, updates foryour home and spend time at fun festivalswith mutts and mockingbirds. As the city

prepares for its 300th, we give you thescoop on the Auguste Rodin exhibit, a

festival for the family at McAllister Park,the Pearl’s Paella Challenge and Hemis-fair’s inaugural Mocking Bird Fest. Weeven take up a racquet and head over tothe city’s first Tennis Open. On our way,we check out options to update our homedécor with Rox&Zander and Unik’s newfurnishings.Then, we relax with Bond &

Beyond, the Symphony’s ode to James Bond tunes.

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Center at 1503 San Pedro Ave., March 13-19.The San Antonio Open will be played out-doors on hard court and will include a 32-player singles main draw and an eight-teamdoubles draw. For more info go towww.sanantonioopen.tennis for tickets andtimes.

PEARL PREPARES FOR PAELLACHALLENGE

The seventh annual Paella Challenge willreturn to the Pearl on Sunday, March 13, from11 a.m. to 4 p.m., hosted by chef Johnny Her-nandez. The celebration, the perfect event forthe entire family, returns for its seventh year,rain or shine, and will showcase the deliciousfood and wine of Spain, traditional sangria, avariety of fabulous craft and imported beersand live music from Ray Colao.

SPRING CLEANAllergy season is in full bloom and keep-

ing the air fresh in your home is a great placeto start your spring-cleaning. Filtration Prod-ucts, the city’s only local filter manufacturer,has helped keep air clean in hospitals,schools, and businesses since 1995. Thisspring, they launched Filters4Air to helphomeowners do the same. Filters4Air is asubscription-based air filter delivery service.

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GO AHEADAND PLAY INTHE STREETS

It’s Siclovia in SanAntonio again, and yes, it’s safe to play in thestreet -- Broadway Street. On April 3 headover to Broadway, where you will find run-ners, bike riders, dog walkers, hula hoopers,

skate boarders and more enjoying an after-noon of fitness fun. From 10 a.m to 3 p.m.the street will be free of congestion, cars andtraffic. Síclovía offers something for the en-tire family: food, exercise classes, music,vendors, merchandise and fresh air. Get fit,have fun and be healthy. Go towww.siclovia.org for details, maps and up-dates.

GIVE YOUR HOME A SPRING FORWARD

Rox&Zander is the exceptional designingduo of ‘09ers Raven Labatt and Amy Martin,who specialize in the sale of fine home fur-nishings. Labatt has owned her interior de-sign business for over 20 years and joinedMartin to establish Rox&Zander in 2014.They travel the country in search of antiques,fine collectibles, accessories and one-of-a-kind finds for your home. Whatever yourhome fashion needs, Rox&Zander has beau-tiful options for every room. Rox&Zander isopen seven days a week in North Star An-tiques and Interiors at McCullough and Rec-tor. Designer discounts are available byappointment in the Rox&Zander Studio onBroadway. Look for all the newest and great-est finds on Instagram @ roxandzander. Forquestions, you can call Labatt at 210-872-3402, or Martin at 210-218-6638. You canemail them at [email protected]

UNIK’S UNIQUE FURNISHINGSFRESHEN UP ANY HOME

Check out the website www.unikvintage-furniture.com for vintage-industrial antiquesand home décor from India, Mexico, Europeand the U.S. The website has pics of itemsfor sale, custom- built items, recycled findsand more. This new warehouse stores furni-ture such as coffee tables, bookshelves, arm-chairs, loveseats, sideboards and otherantique treasures. Give your place an up-dated look by going back in time with thesetouches of vintage, cottage or farm finds. Forinformation call 210-997-0771, or visit thestore at 514 W. Hildebrand Ave. to inquireabout delivery, classes, hours and decoratingprojects.

’09 FAVORITE SA FRESH OPENS AT1015 RITTIMAN ROAD

Opened since mid-January in its new lo-cation, SA Fresh is now home to a restaurant.It’s open from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday for lunch. The menu in-

cludes soups and salads made from scratch,using organic and local ingredients. Locatednext to Fort Sam Houston, SA Fresh also pro-vides a military discount. For informationabout the menu and catering options, go towww.safresh.com.

HEMISFAIR HOSTS INAUGURALMOCKINGBIRD FEST

Hemisfair is excited to announce the first-ever Mockingbird Fest, a new celebrationthat showcases the food, culture and fun ofTexas. Mockingbird Fest will be an all-daycelebration taking place March 5th from 10a.m.-6 p.m. at Yanaguana Garden. Local mu-sicians, chefs, brewers and cultural institu-tions will fill Yanaguana Garden with thesounds, flavors and traditions of the LoneStar State. A dozen food vendors and brewingcompanies will also be in the park for the cel-ebration.

Briscoe Western Art Museum, the Witteand the Institute of Texan Cultures will havekid-centric activities that playfully teach thehistory and cultural traditions of the State. Tohelp exhibit the natural wonders of Texas,Sea World will be there with real live nativespecies, including a screech owl and alligator,with which visitors can interact. Visitors canalso enjoy Texas stories, including readingsby local author Jennifer Mendiola from herchildren’s book I Only Just Love You A Lot.

The event is free and open to the public. Yanaguana Garden, including play fea-

tures such as the splash pad and climbingstructures, will be open to the public as usual.

SKETCH FOR DININGSketch is a pop-up bistro and bakery at the

Hops House space in the San Antonio Mu-seum of Art. It’s open Tuesday through Fri-day 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sundayfor brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Accordingto Jose Ramon Campos, “Sketch will lastonly until the summer, when we will closedown and renovate the Hops House to openas a full-fledged bistro and lounge.”

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HOME PRICES ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD NORTHEAST ISD

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JANUARY 78209 HOME SALESTThe following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD andNorth East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for Jan. 1-31, 2016.

78209 in Alamo Heights ISD:Total Sales -19Average Sales Price - $390,936Median Sales Price - $360,000

78209 in Northeast ISD:Total Sales - 22Average Sales Price - $374,854Median Sales Price - $334,000

Total Sales in 78209 - 23Average Sales Price - $367,469Median Sales Price - $308,000Average Price Per Square Foot - $186.19Average Days on Market – 65

Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS®

78209 ON THE MARKET

2015 HOME SALES IN 78209

The following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD and North East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for January-December 2015.

78209 in Alamo Heights ISD:Total Sales - 348Average Sales Price - $524,408Median Sales Price - $440,000

78209 in Northeast ISD:Total Sales - 136Average Sales Price - $296,386Median Sales Price - $299,140

Total Sales in 78209 - 512Average Sales Price - $451,314Median Sales Price - $375,865Average Price Per Square Foot - $188.35Average Days on Market – 71

Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS®

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The 78209 enclaves of Alamo Heights, Lincoln Heights, Northwood,Terrell Heights, Terrell Hills, and Oak Park showed strong activityin home sales in 2015. Below are home sales data for year ending2015 as well as for January.

VEHICLE BURGLARY 11/30/15 100 blk. HarrisonAn unlocked vehicle was unlawfully en-tered during overnight hours to gain ac-cess to a purse left in open view on theback seat.

BURGLARY/GARAGE02/01/16 200 blk. GroveA resident returned home from an out oftown trip to discover someone had unlaw-fully entered his secured garage by un-known means and stolen landscaping,carpenter and mechanical tools andequipment. AHPD investigators have iden-tified a suspect in this burglary and thestolen property recovered from severalpawnshops.

THEFT02/01/165100 blk. BroadwayThe owner of a bicycle left it secured infront of a business after having a flat tire.When the owner returned a short timelater, he found the bicycle had beenstolen.

DWI/OPEN CONTAINER02/02/166000 blk. BroadwayThe driver of a vehicle stopped for a trafficviolation and swerving across traffic laneswas found to be under the influence of al-cohol and impaired. Further investigationdiscovered an open container of alcohol inthe cup holder of the center console. Thedriver was booked into jail.

BURGLARY/BUSINESS 02/02/16 6100 blk. BroadwayOfficers responding to an activated bur-glar alarm coming from a business discov-ered the business had been forciblyentered by smashing out a window. Mis-cellaneous merchandise was stolen.

WANTED PERSON02/03/16 200 blk. Austin Hwy.The driver of a vehicle stopped for a trafficviolation was discovered to have an activearrest warrant issued by Bexar County forcontempt of court. The driver was bookedinto jail.

BURGLARY02/04/16200 blk. HalcyonA group home was unlawfully enteredwithout force and televisions stolen whilethe manager was away from the home forless than one hour.

WANTED PERSON02/04/16200 blk. Austin Hwy.The driver of a vehicle stopped for a trafficviolation was found to have never had adriver’s license. Further investigation dis-covered the driver had an active arrestwarrant issued by Bexar County for pos-session of marijuana. The driver was trans-ported to jail.

EMERGENCY DETENTION02/04/16 5400 blk. BroadwayOfficers responded to a local hospital fora report of a suicidal subject. Officers in-terviewed the male subject, who ex-pressed to them he wanted to end his life.Officers transported the subject to Univer-sity Hospital for evaluation.

PUBLIC INTOXICATION02/06/16 300 blk. MontclairOfficers responded to a reported distur-bance between male and female subjects.The female subject reported that the malesubject was intoxicated and would not lether into her apartment. Investigation con-firmed the male subject was under the in-fluence of alcohol, impaired anduncooperative. The male subject wastransported to an alcohol detoxificationcenter for treatment.

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF02/06/164700 blk. BroadwayA plate glass window and glass on a doorwere found damaged by an officer on pa-trol. Further investigation revealed thewindow and door were intentionally dam-aged by someone shooting them with anair rifle or air pistol.

DWI02/07/16 5700 blk. BroadwayAn officer on patrol stopped to investigatea vehicle stopped in the roadway with theengine running. Investigation discoveredthe driver asleep in the vehicle. Further in-vestigation discovered the driver wasunder the influence of alcohol and im-paired. The driver was transported to jail.

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ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENTCRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

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