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CONTENTS September 2015

8 Editor’s Letter/Contributors 10 Business Profile: The Grape Wine Company

12 Profile: Janet Holliday

15 Neighborhood News 18 Community Calendar 20 Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce

22 Home: Traditional and Contemporary Cover Photo by Aaron Randal 28 Fitness

30 Sports and School News

38 The Buzz

40 78209 Restaurant Guide 42 Wine & Dine: Volare 44 Arts & Entertainment Calendar 46 Outside 78209 47 Announcements 48 Police Blotter

50 Vintage View

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78209 EDITOR’S LETTER CONTRIBUTORS E R O M G N A L

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Hello, 78209ers! Kristen Peterson, a mother of two boys, was born and raised in the beau - tiful Finger Lakes regions of Western Many of us are back to school and back to focusing on the fundamentals that make New York State. She relocated to San up our daily lives in the ZIP code. In this issue we give you the scoop about the ‘09er Antonio in 1997 and has developed a high school football season with a rundown from Alamo Heights High School coach love of its “big, small-town” feel. A for - Mike Norment and coach Ben Cook of MacArthur High School, two men who focus mer collegiate tennis player, she runs on the fundamentals of hard work, leadership and sportsmanship. 40 miles a week, and tries to be con - sistent with weekly strength training. Our business profile shares perspectives about a well-kept secret, the Grape Wine She enjoys meeting other athletes and Company, and owners Monica and Oliver Ressel. Their personalized customer service is always fascinated in hearing and and outstanding wine offerings have led them to become a go-to source in ’09 for 30 sharing their “story”. Kristen is a mar - years for the discriminating and value-minded wine connoisseur. keting director for a health and fitness entity, as well as a community out - We also break bread with longtime neighbor Janet Holliday as she shares how help - reach coordinator for a local running ing others has defined her life’s journey. Janet has served our city and countless causes business. throughout her life, all while navigating the waters of being a mother and wife, her struggle and triumph over cancer, and leadership of an ever-growing strategic event marketing firm. Her commitment to family and community is a reflection of the good people who call 78209 home. We are especially excited to bring you “78209 Fitness,” a new column about ‘09ers like you, their fitness regimens, favorite places to break a sweat, how they balance it all, and more. Local triathlete Kelley Anz is our inaugural spotlight subject. Let us know if we can feature you in an upcoming column. We would love to hear from you. After that workout, we relax with Terrell Hills homeowners Claire and Peter Hen - nessey IV, who graciously invited us into their home to learn how they created their exquisitely appointed home – an inspired coupling of traditional and contemporary de - sign. Don’t forget to read about delicious culinary experiences that are taking place just down the street. Our Wine & Dine review serves up Volare Gourmet Pizza, and we Elizabeth Warburton was born and welcome back Cappy’s Restaurant after 10 weeks of renovation (see Buzz column). raised in the Washington, D.C., area. We also get the scoop about Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of the She relocated to San Antonio in 2013 Heights taking place at the Witte Museum on Sept. 10. We can’t wait. See you there! after graduating from The Art Institute of Colorado in Denver. “Photography is my biggest passion, and San Antonio has provided me with many wonderful opportunities,” she says. “The photog - raphers here are very welcoming and supportive of one another, and be - cause of them, my experience has been very positive. I enjoy shooting Nicole Greenberg events, corporate head shots, family [email protected] portraits, food and products, and I keep myself busy with weddings,” ex - plains Warburton. She enjoys spend - LETTERS TO THE EDITOR / SUBSCRIPTIONS / FOLLOW US ing time with her husband, their pet To contact Editor: email [email protected] turtle and dog, and is partial to vege - To view us online: visit 78209magazine.com tarian food, sci-fi novels, playing video To Subscribe - $15.95 (one year) games and staying active. Conact us at: 8603 Botts Lane, San Antonio, Texas 78217 or ( 210) 826-5375 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

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78209 BUSINESS PROFILE

The GRAPE WINE Company

78209’S “COVERT” WINE SOURCE

By ERNIE ALTGELT Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

Tucked quietly away in an unassuming office building just off each customer’s unique tastes and desires, then offering and ul - busy Broadway exists one of the area’s most remarkable, and to timately providing pleasing selections perfectly suited to satisfy - those not in the know, almost covert retail purveyors of excep - ing those particular preferences. After establishing a profile, tional wines. No giant signs or screaming advertisements direct Monica and Oliver subsequently are in a position to make future the masses to its humble door. One might drive right past and targeted recommendations that they “know” a specific customer never realize that deep within the nondescript exterior is an amaz - will enjoy. It’s a simple formula but one that has resulted in an ing boutique operation where demanding oenophiles and other incredible following within the ZIP code and from far, far away appreciative partakers come eagerly every day for advice, rec - as well. ommendations and, most importantly, the repeated acquisition of Atmospherically, Monica and Oliver lend an international fla - truly fine wines. But that’s just what Monica and Oliver Ressel’s vor to the enterprise. She hails originally from Peru, he from Grape Wine Company is all about – catering expertly and pas - France. Both have been involved in the international beverage sionately to the few rather than adopting an impersonal “one size business for decades, and both have deep knowledge coupled fits all” approach. So who needs a big sign for that? with extensive connections within and about the wine industry. Quietly but ever so successfully in business for 30 years, Because of this, as Monica relates, “We are constantly on the Oliver attests the secret of this secret is “in the matchmaking.” lookout for new offerings from across the globe.” They person - The Grape Wine Company takes great pride in first discovering ally vet all selections before buying. Thus the Grape Wine Com - 10 |September 2015 pany’s impressively large and comprehensive inventory, like its prod - “get to know you” visit is the customer’s ability to email or call in uct, is somewhat fluid. The one thing that all of the wines offered requests, knowing that their wishes will be perfectly and quickly ful - have in common, however, is consistent quality. Although pricing filled without any unpleasant surprises. can range from a very affordable $10 up to $10,000 for an extremely So, discriminating and value-minded wine drinkers, grab a com - rare vintage, everything sold is special. And this includes all types pass, set the GPS and make the short drive over to the Grape Wine of wines and Champagnes. Company. In 78209, or San Antonio for that matter, there’s nothing Once a customer is established and his or her “likes” identified, else that compares. And trying to find it is half the fun, but the other when a new product that might be appropriate becomes available, half is enjoying the great wine! the Ressels will email a notification. If there is interest, the wine can be purchased, then picked up at the buyer’s convenience. Because The Grape Wine Company is located at 1747 Citadel Plaza, Suite this isn’t a traditional spirits store, wine is always sold by the case, 112, a block west of Broadway, just inside Loop 410. Hours of oper - but clients have the option of mixing and matching different labels ation are Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., to make up their case, thus ensuring variety. As an added service, Saturdays from 1 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and closed on Sundays. For free long-term climate-controlled storage is also available. additional information, visit www.grapewinecompany.com or call The Grape Wine Company certainly accepts walk-ins, but calling 210-828-2222. ahead is recommended. What is really wonderful after that initial www.78209magazine.com | 11

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JJAANNEETT HHOOLLLLIIDDAAYY HAPPILY LEADING A VERY “EVENT-FULL” LIFE By ERNIE ALTGELT Photography by ELIZABETH WARBURTON

In a world (or a ZIP code, for that matter) where far too many GETTING HERE AND GETTING KNOWN people seemingly spend their entire existence sitting on the side - It was a job offer for Rob that brought the newlyweds to 78209 lines, it’s refreshing to come across that rare individual who has in 1986. He was involved in commercial real estate (which he still built a life around doing just the opposite – always being on the excels at today), while Janet was initially tasked with setting up front line! Meet Janet Holliday, 78209’s incredibly creative, caring, their new Alamo Heights home and getting the Hollidays estab - upbeat and seemingly untiring wife, mother and CE Group CEO lished socially within the neighborhood. They didn’t know a soul! noted for reaching out, being involved and, most inspirationally, While Rob kept his focus on land, Janet followed her mother’s just making big things happen. Yep, after a little reflection, it be - good advice: “A city doesn’t come to you. You come to the city.” comes obvious this remarkable, self-made individual, both person - As a result, she became involved in a number of community ac - ally and professionally, truly leads an “event-full” life. tivities as a volunteer. She recalls, “I offered myself to any and all organizations, groups, clubs and others where another set of ‘free’ MAKE A DIFFERENCE hands might be needed.” Her first “gig” was stuffing envelopes Janet grew up in Beaumont within a loving household where, for a fundraiser benefiting the Witte Museum. Other affiliations as she recalls, “I learned, early on, first to be happy and secondly soon followed with such entities as the Southwest Foundation to try and make a difference in the world.” And did she ever take Forum, Friends of Ronald McDonald, the Junior League and any - that advice to heart. Fueled with a desire to contribute, as a student thing associated with the Alamo Heights School District. She rap - at the University of Texas in Austin, she majored in psychology and idly established herself as a go-getting, competent team player social work, then earned a master’s in social work. Houston was while also forming many lasting friendships. her next stop, where for 10 years she was tasked with directing the On a personal note, amid all this constructive activity she faced Harris County Mental Health and Mental Retardation agency. Dur - the difficult loss of her daughter, Melissa, from a rare heart condi - ing this instructive period she ably handled event planning, public tion. While deeply saddened, Janet continued her community work relations and fundraising responsibilities while acquiring, develop - while raising their son, Ryan, an Alamo Heights middle school and ing and honing the skills and abilities that would eventually prove high school graduate who is now grown and also involved in com - to be so essential throughout her life. As she recalls, “Working in mercial real estate. the improvisational, budgetary-restrained nonprofit world proved to be incredible training.” LIVING AND GIVING TODAY One additional positive in her life while in Houston was meeting Janet Holliday has certainly come a long way from the vibrant her future husband, Rob. The handsome Tennessee native was em - young mother who first stormed onto the Heights scene so many ployed by the area Coca-Cola Company as its vice-president of years ago. Today she is recognized as one of San Antonio’s most public affairs. It was in this capacity that he received a call from a accomplished (and busiest) businesswomen, seemingly involved persuasive young lady seeking financial support for one of her proj - in almost “everything.” Her very successful event management ects. After that meeting, not only did Janet get a commitment, but and marketing company, the CE Group, has turned the staging of she also got the guy! They’ve been married for 31 wonderful years. mega “events” – not parties – into an art form for an impressive

www.78209magazine.com | 13 A-list of public and private entities across the nation. Professionally, she also serves on several industry boards and is an in-demand, motivating public speaker. She and her company also donate a generous portion of their time, talents and services to non-profits. For additional information about the CE Group and its capabilities, visit www.ce - groupinc.net. Away from the office, she and Rob also personally and financially support myriad worthwhile area organizations, many of them health and wellness related. Janet recently survived cancer. That experience, coupled with their late daughter’s illness, has given direction to their sharing. Both are committed to supporting the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Cancer Therapy and Research Center, the Charity Ball Association and others. She and Rob also founded (in their daughter’s memory) the Melissa Holliday – Graham Ladensohn Fund administered by Any Baby Can.

MAINTAINING A BALANCE Being active in so many arenas, Janet has learned to manage a balance. Her day-to- day responsibilities are incredibly taxing, physically and time-wise, but somehow she seems to make it look easy and to smile while doing it. When queried about this super - woman capacity, an always buoyant Janet responds, “After my diagnosis, I realized just how fragile existence was. By keeping my priorities straight, and being blessed with a high energy level, filling each day by tackling problems and providing solutions — at home, in our community and at work — keeps my life very ‘event-full,’ and for this I am truly grateful!”

THE CE GROUP’S ‘09 CONNECTION Founded serendipitously in 1990, Janet’s flagship event-management and marketing company, the CE Group, surprisingly got its start on the shady streets of Terrell Hills. She and Rob live across the street from San Antonio Spurs superstar Terry Cummings. Janet’s infectious can-do personality and boundless energy appealed to Terry. When he needed help launching the Cummings Entertainment Group, he simply “went next door.” With Janet’s past Houston experience, she was able to hit the ground running. She enlisted the aid of friend and PR pro Lainey Berkus, and the pair went on to not only help Cummings’ project get underway, but thanks to the success of that first effort, quickly line up clients needing the same hands-on dedication, vision and commitment to excellence that Clever Endeavors — now the CE Group – brings to all their assign - ments. Today, her company boasts 61 dedicated employees with additional offices in Austin and Houston. The firm has played a leading role in staging some of the city’s most cel - ebrated events, including the grand openings of the Convention Center expansion, the San Antonio Central Library, the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River, the Briscoe Western Art Museum and, most recently, the new children’s Doseum. 14 | September 2015 78209 NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

PHOTO COURTESY OF TERRELL HILLS STARTS BUDGET PROCESS TERRELL HILLS CITY HALL By EDMOND ORTIZ

Terrell Hills city officials have begun the process of developing one-fourth of 1 cent sales tax dedicated to street maintenance and the budget for fiscal year 2016, which begins Jan. 1. from new construction values. The same budget had $4.6 million When City Manager Columbus Stutes talked with 78209 Mag - in planned general fund operating expenses. That budget had in - azine in early August, the City Council had not yet delved into its cluded a 2-percent cost-of-living increase for all city employees, scheduled workshops and meetings where the proposed FY 2016 one new full-time position in the police department and one part- budget and the adopted fiscal year 2015 budget would be reviewed time inspection department position. in depth. The council is considering a slight property tax rate cut The current fiscal year’s budget reflects recent capital improve - from the current .37 cents per $100 valuation figure. ment projects, such as work done on parts of Ivy Lane, Elmcourt Stutes said the city has experienced an 11-percent jump overall and South Vandiver in conjunction with the San Antonio Water in appraised property value over the past year. “For the most part, System. The city also scheduled a $250,000 transfer from the gen - our community has been getting the hang of increasing property eral fund to the capital improvement fund for future street projects. appraisals, and there’s been talk around the city about how values “Everything we’ve budgeted for this year seems to be on track. have been rising all around the San Antonio area,” Stutes said.“But Based on performance benchmarks, we’ll be on target,” said Stutes. our residents know values are done at the Bexar County Appraisal The council will host public hearings on the proposed tax rate District, so there are no fingers being pointed at us.” at 5 p.m. Sept. 14 and 21. The rate will be adopted in a special Stutes added that historically Terrell Hills residents have been council meeting at 5 p.m. Sept. 28. Another budget workshop will familiar with the consistency of a low property tax rate levied by be held at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 26. The city will publish the first draft the city. Terrell Hills’ rate is one of the 12 lowest actual rates of the budget on the Terrell Hills website, www.terrell-hills.com, among municipalities in the county. The council held a pre-plan - by Nov. 9. A follow-up budget workshop is scheduled for 11:30 ning budget workshop Aug. 19 at City Hall.“That’s where the a.m. Nov. 18. A public hearing on the budget will be held at 5 p.m. council and staff look at how the current fiscal year budget has Dec. 14, immediately followed by final adoption of the document. been performing, and we all get a brief look at either new programs City officials encourage residents to attend the workshops, pub - that the city should be initiating or ones we should be improving,” lic hearings and council meetings at City Hall to provide input on Stutes said. He added it’s too soon to know what the council will the next fiscal year. Stutes, the city’s former police chief, said he be recommending in the way of priorities for next year. has enjoyed working on Terrell Hills’ budgets with past and current In the adopted FY 2015 budget, general operating fund revenue elected leaders. “I’m blessed to have a council full of business peo - was at $4.8 million, a nearly 4-percent increase over the fiscal year ple. They have a very realistic, practical view of the world,” Stutes 2014 budget. The income was derived from the voter-approved added. www.78209magazine.com | 15 78209 NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Accepting the H-E-B donation check at the H-E-B Lantern event were Marise McDer - WITTE MUSEUM REVEALS mott, president and CEO of the Witte Mu - seum; District 2 Councilman Alan E. Warrick, II; Mark Metcalfe, board of HOME OF “QUETZY” IN trustees chair at the Witte Museum; and Winell Herron, group vice presi - dent of public affairs, diversity and THE H-E-B LANTERN environmental affairs at H-E-B.

By EDMOND ORTIZ Photos courtesy of the Witte Museum

The Witte Museum has celebrated the beginning stages of construction for the H-E-B Lantern, the en - trance to the New Witte and home to a Pterosaur, “Quetzy,” and the generous donation of $2 million from H-E-B to the new Witte. The event on Aug. 18 included a flash mob consisting of H-E-B partners, Witte Museum members, members of the James Madison High School drum line and local media personalities, who formed the shape of “Quetzy” in the site of the H-E-B Lantern. The H-E-B Lantern will be located closer to Broadway, serving as a beacon on the cultural corridor. It will house a life-sized model of formation take place, and to introduce ‘Quetzy’ to “Quetzy,” a Quetzacoatlus northropi, the largest known the community,” said Marise McDermott, president and CEO of flying animal discovered in Big Bend National Park. The New the Witte Museum. “The H-E-B Lantern will serve as the front Witte main museum building will open in 2017. “We are honored door to New Witte, greeting visitors with ancient Pterosaurs fly - to have the continued support of partners such as H-E-B during ing over their heads. That is an experience you can only have at our transformation to the New Witte. We are excited to see the the Witte Museum, and we are thankful to H-E-B for helping us

16 | September 2015 A planned "flash mob" formed a scale replica of "Quetzy," a Quetzacoatlus northropi — the largest known flying animal — at a press conference where the Witte Museum un - veiled plans for its new entrance, which will feature the dinosaur." create that experience.” “The new H-E-B Lantern will help light the way for lifelong learning and unforgettable experiences for the hun - dreds of thousands of visitors to the Witte Museum for generations to come,” says Winell Herron, group vice president of public affairs, diversity and environmental affairs at H-E-B. “From the H-E-B Tree - house to the H-E-B Body Adventure, the Witte has always been a magnificent partner with H-E-B — a partner that really understands our core values as a company, and reflects those values through rev - olutionary exhibits, programming and a longstanding commitment to San Antonio.” The New Witte transformation is a $100 million expansion and improvement project that will include 100,000 square feet of renovations and expansion of the main building, as well as a new Quetzy Revealed facility for special exhibitions and events set to open in 2017. The Mays Family Center for Exhibitions and Spe - cial Events is set to open in May 2016 with the blockbuster exhibi - tion Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed . Phase 1 of the master plan involved new, modernized facilities, including the Robert J. and Helen C. Kleberg South Texas Heritage Center, which spotlights the many narratives of South Texas her - itage; the B. Naylor Morton Research and Collections Center, which houses the Witte’s renowned artifacts in visual storage; and the re - cently opened H-E-B Body Adventure Powered by University Health System, an interactive experience focused on health IQ, wellness and empowerment.

The Madison High School drum line at the Witte H-E-B Lantern launch event.

www.78209magazine.com | 17 Tuesday, September 8 terrell-hills.com 7101 Broadway Street ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY Meeting is open to the public. San Antonio, TX 78209 12pm ahisd.net The Petroleum Club Tuesday, September 15 Meeting is open to the public. 8620 N. New Braunfels ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY San Antonio, TX 78217 12pm Monday, September 28 78209 ahrotary.org The Petroleum Club ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL 8620 N. New Braunfels 5:30-9pm Friday, September 11 San Antonio, TX 78217 6116 Broadway Street MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE HEIGHTS ahrotary.org San Antonio, TX 78209 COMMUNITY 7:30 – 10:30pm alamoheightstx.gov Nature Trails lot off Viesca ALAMO HEIGHTS Meeting is open to the public. CALENDAR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Monday, September 14 BOARD (ARB) Monday, September 28 ALAMO HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL 5:30-8pm TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL 5:30-9pm 6116 Broadway Street TAX RATE ADOPTION 6116 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 5pm San Antonio, TX 78209 alamoheightstx.gov Terrell Hills City Hall alamoheightstx.gov Meeting is open to the public. 5100 North New Braunfels Meeting is open to the public. San Antonio, TX 78209 terrell-hills.com Monday, September 21 Monday, September 14 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, September 1 TERRELL HILLS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, September 29 ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY PUBLIC HEARING ON A PUBLIC HEARING ON A ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY PROPOSED TAX RATE 12pm PROPOSED TAX RATE 12pm 5pm The Petroleum Club 5pm The Petroleum Club Terrell Hills City Hall 8620 N. New Braunfels Terrell Hills City Hall 8620 N. New Braunfels 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 5100 North New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78217 San Antonio, TX 78209 ahrotary.org San Antonio, TX 78209 ahrotary.org terrell-hills.com terrell-hills.com Meeting is open to the public. Wednesday, September 2 Meeting is open to the public. We invite you to send information about ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER your organization’s next gathering to Tuesday, September 22 OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON NEISD BOARD MEETING [email protected]. Items consid - ALAMO HEIGHTS ROTARY 11:30am meet & greet, 5:30pm 12pm ered for inclusion in Community Calendar 12pm guest speaker 8691 Tesoro Drive The Petroleum Club must either be located in the 78209 ZIP Paesanos Lincoln Heights San Antonio, TX 78217 8620 N. New Braunfels code or support 78209 community initia - 555 E. Basse Road neisd.net San Antonio, TX 78217 tives. San Antonio, TX 78209 Meeting is open to the public. alamoheightschamber.org ahrotary.org TERRELL HILLS Thursday, September 24 September 4-7 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AHISD REGULAR BOARD LABOR DAY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW 5-6pm 11am – 8pm Terrell Hills City Hall OF TRUSTEES MEETING Located on the River Walk 5100 North New Braunfels 7-9pm thesanantonioriverwalk.com San Antonio, TX 78209 AHISD Admin. Offices- Board Room

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NEWS FROM ALAMO HEIGHTS AHCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT CHAMBER of COMMERCE CATHY BUREAU

TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS AND WHAT YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK. I am a UTSA MBA gradu - ate and licensed real estate broker with Green Com - mercial Realty (GCR). I have been helping the San Antonio business community to leverage its real es - tate to build businesses since 2005 by offering value-added services. My passion for sustainable business practices motivates me to offer perform - ance-driven eco-friendly solutions that increase eco - CHAMBER TO OFFER ‘TASTE OF THE HEIGHTS’ nomic and health value for my client’s business and By EDMOND ORTIZ for happier, more productive employees. The Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce will present its 22nd annual Taste HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A MEMBER OF THE ALAMO HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE? of the Heights 7-10 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway. I joined the cham - The event enables visitors to enjoy samples of select dishes from several dozen ber in December 2014, when I moved to Alamo Alamo Heights-area restaurants and catering companies. Heights. I sincerely believe in being active in Some of this year’s scheduled participants are Black Swan Inn, Boardwalk the community in which I live and made it a priority Bistro, Canyon Café, Cheesy Jane’s, Corner Bakery Café, El Machito, EZ’s Brick from day one to support local businesses, especially Oven & Grill, Fresh Horizons Catering, Joseph’s Storehouse Bakery, Kettle King, start-ups since I am an entrepreneur and commercial La Fogata, La Hacienda de Los Barrios, La Marginal, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, real estate broker. Nothing Bundt Cakes, Paesanos, Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine, Picante Grill, WHAT IS YOUR ROLE WITH THE CHAMBER? Texas Pride Bar-B-Q, Tomatillos, Urban Taco and Zedric’s. Other scheduled vendors I serve on the are Al’s Gourmet Nuts, Amy’s Ice Cream, Pacuigo Gelato, R Cakes Custom, Cinco board of directors and two committees: I chair the Vodka and Studio Benton. membership committee and serve on the restaurant Attendees will have a chance to sample select wines and craft beer. There will subcommittee for Taste of the Heights. But as I do also be live music and a silent auction. Activities can be found inside and outside for all my clients, I jump in and help wherever I the museum. am needed. Chamber president Geoffrey Elkins described the “Taste” as one of the premier WHAT BENEFITS DO YOU ENJOY AS A MEMBER? events in the Alamo Heights community. He said for the most part the scheduled Of participating eateries and vendors are familiar with the event and regular attendees, course, as the membership committee chair I can but this will be the first time Cinco Vodka will be appearing. give you a great answer! Having the opportunity to Elkins said he hopes publicity leading right up to Sept.10 will result in another do this Member Spotlight is one. We choose mem - impressive turnout. “We noticed last year a huge turnout on the day of thanks to ap - bers based on their contribution to the board and the pearances on TV shows like ‘Great Day SA’ and ‘San Antonio Living’,” Elkins said. role they play. Our small chamber is a very close “We hope the same happens this year.” group, and we enjoy hanging out, especially if you He added that organizers are looking for a crowd somewhere in the 500 to 750 serve on the board. You don’t have to live or work range. “I think that’s a pretty good-sized crowd, especially given the construction in Alamo Heights; you just have to have a heart to going on at the Witte,” he said. be part of this beautiful small town. Our monthly Tickets are $50 in advance and are inclusive of the sampling as well as valet meetings are geared toward providing opportunities parking. Self-parking is available at the multi-floor garage on Avenue B near the to grow your business and your skill set. Lastly, we Witte. The event will happen, rain or shine. are a networking organization, so members have Some of the proceeds will benefit the Witte and Morgan’s Wonderland. For more ample opportunity to meet and know other business information about Taste of the Heights, visit www.tasteoftheheights.com or call 210- professionals to grow their sphere of reference. 822-7027. 20 |September 2015 www.78209magazine.com | 21 78209 HOME

Curb appeal exudes from the elegant home of DESIGN DETAILS Claire and Peter Hennessey IV, giving the impres - sion that it has resided in the community for decades. TRADITIONAL “I wanted guests to walk into our new home and feel like it was an old home,” says Claire of the cus - tom-built home that she and Peter share with ram - CONTEMPORARY bunctious daughter Julianne, 7, and son John, who will turn 4 in October. NEW TERRELL HILLS HOME PAYS HOMAGE Deep crown moldings, tall baseboards, coffered & TO NEIGHBORHOOD’S STATELY PAST ceilings and hardwood floors that run from entry By JOHN BLOODSWORTH t o kitchen – and all rooms in between – evoke the Photography by AL RENDON best of homes built in the neighborhood during the 1920s and ‘30s. With a penchant for interior design, Claire let the older home sensibility be the canvas to create a family refuge that brilliantly balances tradition and contemporary living in pitch-perfect harmony. 22 |September 2015 DESIGN DETAILS

FAMILY ROOM Favorite pieces, a pair of Murano glass birds that were a Mod Pad purchase, nest on the mantle, centered with a vintage sunburst mirror with convex glass. An antique oak corner cabinet had been in Peter’s parents’ collection.

DINING ROOM A mirrored buffet makes the room look luxurious with silvered wall coverings shim - mering during candlelight dinner parties. Floor-length ivory silk draperies “finish the room like pretty earrings,” notes Claire. The chandelier is from Horchow.

STUDY Anchored by a zebra rug that was a gift from Peter’s brother, it was the inspira - tion piece for the room’s design. Custom-built bookcases surround the water - fall-arm, button-back sofa covered in charcoal gray linen. Claire’s father selected pieces of interest and arranged her grandparents’ vintage World Book encyclo - pedias and family Bibles on the shelves, which are illuminated by brass gallery lights. Painting is by sister Anne McCarty. Claire was raised in a designing family. Her grandparents owned a venerable furniture store, Castleberry Furniture, in her hometown of Lufkin. The family business expanded under the direction of her parents, Julie and Cooper Castle - berry. The showroom became a center for design, where Claire learned about color, style, texture and proportion at an early age from her designing mother. “When we built this house, you better believe I called my mama,” Claire exclaims. A passion for collecting Murano glass came from childhood visits to her cousin Jan Showers, a nationally recognized Dallas decorator. “When I was little, I spent summers in Hillsboro at her country home,” explains Claire. “I was fascinated by her glass collection.” Sofas, occasional tables, upholstered chairs, table lamps and accessories were ordered from the family furniture showroom, making their way to San Antonio. Her mother “has a way with lighting,” says Claire, pointing out a pair of striking onyx table lamps that Mrs. Castleberry chose for the family room.

DESIGN DETAILS

KITCHEN Taj Mahal quartzite countertops radiate with striations of gold that dictated the gold tones in the Wisteria light fixtures, drawer pulls and translucent back splash tiles with gold paint applied to the walls.

BUTLER’S PANTRY A wet bar and chilled wine storage are at the ready for entertaining. Ceiling-height cabinets painted dark green hold glassware for sipping scotch, wine, beer or preparing Moscow Mules. Royal Crown Derby china shares cabinet space with heirloom crystal and a sliver service that belonged to Claire’s great-grandmother. 24 |August 2015

Aware of Claire’s well-trained eye for selecting pieces for the home, a friend asked where she had her custom pillows for the family room sofa made. Claire let her in on a little secret — that they came from a bargain store, adding, “Are you kid - ding? I’d rather spend money on something besides pillows!” Understated glamour and the ability to mix styles and pe - riods to create a comfortable setting for family and friends was a labor of love for both Claire and Peter. Claire stated, “This is the home we plan to live in for the rest of our lives.”

DESIGN DETAILS

BEDROOM A coveted painting by Claire’s sister, Anne McCarty of Fort Worth, an - chors the master bedroom. The bed is from Horchow. All additional bed - room furnishings are from Castleberry Furniture Showroom in Lufkin. Ivory silk draperies purchased from an estate in Terrell Hills were repur - posed for the bedroom’s 12-foot ceilings with ample yardage to puddle lavishly on the floor.

MASTER BATH The cut crystal chandelier came from Peter’s grandparents’ home. Art Deco-inspired sconces light the Carrera marble counters with double sinks and built-in dressing table. The Carrera marble basket weave floor - ing designed by Peter mimics a Persian rug pattern.

26 |September 2015 www.78209magazine.com | 27 78209 FITNESS ATHLETE PROFILE KELLEY ANZ TALKS ABOUT TRIATHLONS, KIDS AND CAREER By KRISTEN PETERSON

AGE: 38 FAMILY: Mom, two children at Woodridge Elementary CAREER: Cardiovascular Specialty Representative TRIATHLETE: Three years RUNNER: 15 years HIGHLIGHTS: 10 triathlons, including one Ironman, three 70.3’s, three Olympic and three Sprints; 13 marathons, including the Boston Marathon, and over 30 half marathons

YOU WERE A RUNNER FOR 15 YEARS. WHAT PROMPTED YOU TO START TRIATHLONS? A lingering hamstring injury pushed me to branch out from running, and Sports Med - icine Associates suggested cycling. After I started cycling, triathlon was a natural evo - lution as I have always been a swimmer.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT TRIATHLONS THAT GOT YOU HOOKED? I enjoy the challenge and variety plus the ability to make it a social sport when I feel like it and a solitary pursuit when I don't. After my hamstring injury, I realized that my double jogger. Then someone told me,"Seri - NUTRITION/DIET/WEIGHT: best days of running were probably over. I ously, it's time to get rid of the jogger. Your I hate dieting, and instead believe in an am pretty competitive, and triathlon gives me kids can ride bikes -– your kids plus the "everything in moderation" approach. This a new way to be competitive. Since I am still stroller weigh 120 pounds!" We had some is how I raise my kids. No food is off-limits, a relative newbie, I probably have several good times with that stroller, though. but our bodies need more of some things and more years of improving. There are so many less of others. Like many women, I struggled different distances and types of triathlon that DESCRIBE YOUR REGULAR with body image issues and eating disorders it will be a while before I feel like I need a WORKOUT WEEK: in middle school and high school and do not new challenge. Training is something that I I train about 10 hours a week but will want my kids to have that experience. I be - often do with my kids, and I feel like I am ramp up to 16 hours as I get closer to my next lieve that life is too short not to take care of setting a good example of a healthy lifestyle. 70.3 event. This includes three swims that av - my body so that I can experience everything erage 7500m/week; three bike workouts, usu - that I want to do. YOU ARE A MOTHER OF TWO AND YOU ally two on the trainer at home (1-1/2 to 2-1/2 HAVE A CAREER. HOW DO YOU FIND TIME hours each); a long bike outside on the week - HOW DOES YOUR ATHLETIC LIFE OVERLAP FOR TRAINING? ends; and three runs, now totaling about 20 INTO OTHER ASPECTS OF YOUR LIFE? I believe that we make time for what is miles each week. It is prevalent in all aspects of my life. It important to us. Being active, athletic and allows me to have an immediate connection competitive are important to me and are part WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PLACE(S) TO to other triathletes, cyclists, swimmers and of who I am, so I have to get creative to fig - RUN, BIKE, AND SWIM IN 78209? runners. It is an immediate conversation ure out how to fit in my workouts. I get up RUN: Terrell Hills, the area around the starter. I talk about triathlon (or swimming, very early to do the trainer (a device that at - Heights pool and Olmos Dam, and, of course, cycling or running) with work colleagues and taches to your bike and allows you to "ride" Eldon, as it is the only flat mile in the ZIP friends who share my love of the sport. I love indoors, like a customized stationary bike). code! to encourage “newbies” and share experi - I often swim with the kids in the evenings. BIKE: south through downtown, and for hills ences with them. Some of my closest friends When they have sports practices, I run — nothing beats Torcido hill repeats! are workout buddies, and I have met the most around the fields at their school. When I SWIM: UIW pool and Heights pool, as it is interesting and inspiring people through run - moved here in 2011, I ran everywhere with a fun for laps and swimming with the kids. ning and triathlon. 28 |August 2015 www.78209magazine.com | 29 SPORTS

Alamo Heights football coach Mike Norment addresses players after a morning practice session.

‘09ER FOOTBALL SEASON KICKS OFF MULES, BRAHMAS FOOTBALL READY TO GO By EDMOND ORTIZ

High school football is underway. Even though Alamo Heights High School finished 9-3 overall last season and 7-1 in District 27- 5A, head coach Mike Norment sees this year as a fresh start after los - ing his star quarterback. MacArthur High School finished second in District 26-6A with a 3-3 mark, 5-6 overall, but fell in the playoffs to a Steele Knights jug - gernaut that wound up in the state semifinals. Despite that stinging loss, head coach Ben Cook sees a chance to build upon gradual im - provements his players have made in the last few seasons. Now in his fourth year leading the Mules, Norment has 24 letter - men returning from a squad that finished in the second round of the Division I playoffs with a 20-13 loss to LBJ Austin. Five starters on offense and five defensive starters have all come back. One of the biggest challenges the Mules are facing this fall is over - coming the loss of quarterback Dalton Banks, who is now at Cornell University. Senior Jack Woodland and sophomore Will Chaney were contesting for the QB’s job in the preseason. Woodland completed 15 of 19 passes for 169 yards and threw for a touchdown in limited action in 2014. While developing their passing game, the Mules look to rely on junior running back Deryl Reynolds to help establish a solid running game. He rushed 106 times for 590 yards and six touchdowns last year. Preston Taylor, who last year had 10 catches for 119 yards, looks to make a splash at wide receiver. Center Benji Cohen and offensive lineman Duncan Bartlett will be anchoring the offensive line. Defen - sive tackle Stone Tarver, defensive end Trem Carr and defensive tackle Brandon Peterson will lead the defensive line. Tarver, Carr and Peterson had 101, 72 and 23 tackles last year, respectively. Holden Daum, who had three interceptions last season, returns to the second - ary. Aside from a few wrinkles here and there, the spread offense re - mains in Alamo Heights. But the defense has some adjustments to undergo as Josh Smith, defensive backs coach, was promoted to co - ordinate the defense. “We’ve made some changes based on person - 30 |September 2015 nel, but not much,” Norment said. Heights will begin the season with a non-district schedule against New Braunfels and O’Connor. District play starts on the road Sept. 11 vs. Kennedy. “The non-district matches will prepare us for district. New Braunfels is vastly improved from last year, and O’Connor is a winning program,” Norment said. “We know in-district will give us a very tough challenge.”

WHAT’S LIKELY AT MACARTHUR Cook is entering his fifth year at MacArthur, which finished its last postseason with a 70-21 loss to Steele in a Class 6A Division II bidis - trict game. The Brahmas have 29 returning lettermen and 11 starters coming back – seven on offense and four on defense. Three-year letterman Josh Jung was expected to continue as start - ing QB, but has opted to stick with baseball at MacArthur. Sophomore Tyler Vitt looks to see action in Jung’s place. He played mostly WR and was a returner last season. Charles Henderson also has been vying for the QB spot. “Tyler is an all-around good player. Charles is com - petitive,” Cook said. “The seniors have rallied around both of them.” RB Dai’Jon Williams leads the running game. He rushed 109 times for 673 yards and seven TDs in 2014. He’ll get help from offensive line anchors such as Michael Ramirez. Three-year lettermen WRs Jeremiah Cura and Bobby Lepowitz will be enticing targets in the backfield for Vitt or Henderson. Cura had 44 catches for 749 yards while Lepovitz had 40 catches for 491 yards last season. Linebacker Joey Fiel (110 tackles, 2 INTs), RB Dwight Riley (101 tackles, two sacks) and DL Xavier Bryant (30 tackles) lead the defense. Finishing under .500 for the season may seem disadvantageous in a strong district that includes the likes of Reagan, Johnson and Madison, but Cook views improvement play by play, game by game. In that sense, this Brahmas squad has been maturing under the same talented leadership. “The kids have a good way of looking at things now. They’re thinking about the process of winning and losing rather than just wins and losses,” Cook explained. “Our outlook is, we have to be better in Week 2 than we were in Week 1, and that has to be better than Week Zero.” MacArthur begins its season with non-district matches against Marshall, Clemens, South San Antonio High School and Clark be - fore delving into district battle, starting with Madison on Sept. 26.

MacArthur football coach, Ben Cook oversees his players during a morning practice session.

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ALAMO HEIGHTS LITTLE LEAGUE FALL BALL 2015

Alamo Heights Little League takes place on Sunday afternoons from Oct. 4th through Nov. 15th.

BOYS AND GIRLS T-BALL LEAGUE Age 4-6

BOYS BASEBALL Machine Pitch League, Age 7-8 Minor League, Age 9-11 Major League, Age 10-12

GIRLS SOFTBALL Machine Pitch League, Age 7-8 Minor League, Age 9-10 (Softball Games will be played this Fall) (All leagues subject to registration minimums) *Boys League age defined as player’s age on 04/30/2016 *Girls League age defined as player’s age on 12/31/2015

REGISTRATION Registration fee of $75 Register Online: with credit card at www.ahll.org Sept.1-Sept. 25 or Register In Person: Sept. 20 and 27 from 12 noon to 3 pm at the Crow’s Nest at the AHLL Park at Alamo Heights – in the Olmos Basin at 50 Alamo Heights Blvd. If new to AHLL-Please register in person and provide proof of age (birth certificate) and residence.

QUESTIONS? See Website at www.ahll.org

Registration – Jon Fisher ([email protected]) 445-1162 T-Ball—Jason Register ([email protected]) 862- 1139 Boys Machine Pitch— Jeff Beckel ([email protected]) 219-2200 Boys Majors – Dave Curren ([email protected]) 412-4298 Boys Minors – James Veale ([email protected]) 391-1725 Girls Machine Pitch – David Hildebrand ([email protected]) 878-5691 Girls Minors – John Colglazier ([email protected]) 771-0295

32 |September 2015 2015 ALAMO HEIGHTS FALL BASEBALL CAMPS

LOCATION: Alamo Heights High School Baseball Field

TIME: 4 – 5:30p.m.

CAMP I: 5th – 6th Graders; Tuesdays each week (September 8 – No - vember 3rd *November 10 would be used for bad weather.

CAMP II: 3rd – 4th Graders; Thursdays each week (September 10 – November, *November 12 would be used for bad weather.

WHAT’S COVERED: All phases of hitting, fielding, and throwing, base-running, teamwork, situational games / all geared for this age group.

WHAT TO BRING: Campers bring own glove and bat (if you have one).

WHAT TO WEAR: Players should be comfortably dressed. (shorts, or sweats or baseball pants, etc. are all fine).

COST: $125 per camper (includes a T-Shirt); all checks should be made payable to Jason Thompson.

CAMP INSTRUCTORS: Jason Thompson – Alamo Heights head base - ball coach.

TO REGISTER: Call coach Thompson at 979-373-1257 or email: [email protected].

CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY STUDENT WINS A GOLD METAL IN PENTATHLON Lulu McCutchen of Cambridge Elementary won a gold medal in mod - ern pentathlon at the Youth National Championships at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. Coached by pen - tathlete Monica Rowland, Lulu swam, fenced and did the combined pistol shooting/running events. www.78209magazine.com | 33 SCHOOL NEWS ‘09 AAHHIISSDD School CCaalleennddaarr While many enjoy the dog days of summer, Alamo Heights ISD team members have been preparing for the new school year. Here are some dates and information that will be SCHOOL important as we all head back to school: SSCCHHOOOOLL ss DATES FOR STUDENTS, BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHTS COLLEGE FAIR HHoolliiddaayy PARENTS AND STAFF September 10 November 4 September 2 Howard College Night AHJS Athletics Kick-Off Grades pre-K/PPCD/ 3:30-4:45pm, 4:30-7:30pm, cafeteria/field ABC/BELLS 4-5pm Main Hallway KG 6-7 pm 1st and 2nd Floor September 28 * Headstart does Home Sept. 7 National Family Day Visits this month LABOR DAY No homework night September 1 ELEMENTARY PARENT October 14 CONFERENCES Nov. 23-27 Cambridge EARLY RELEASE THANKSGIVING BREAK Howdy Parade, 4 pm Grades Third - Fifth 5:30-7pm Howdy Night, 5-7 pm October 14-16 , Dec. 2 1—Jan.1 October 16 September 3 Cambridge and Woodridge WINTER BREAK Homecoming Cambridge 12 noon Grades First and Second April 2 November 2-6 Jan. 18 5:30-7 pm , MLK DAY Howard , 1 pm AHISD Job Fair September 1 April 6 March 9-11 March 14-18 Woodridge Cambridge and Woodridge SPRING BREAK Showcase of Engaged Grades First and Second Learning, 6 - 7:30pm 6-7:15pm 12 noon March 25 June 1 September 3 April 4-8 GOOD FRIDAY Howard AHHS Graduation, Laurie Woodridge Auditorium, 7:30 pm Grades Third - Fifth 1 pm April 22 6-7:15 pm BATTLE OF FLOWERS September 1 May 30 Junior School AHISD BOARD MEETINGS MEMORIAL DAY 6th Grade Board meets third Thursday 6-8pm of every month in the Board Room September 8 7101 Broadway Junior School 7 pm 7th - 8th Grades 6-8pm September 9 High School 9th - 12th Grades 6pm

34 |September 2015 HHSSCCooHHllOOiiddOOaaLL yyss

Sept. 7 LABOR DAY

Nov. 23-27 THANKSGIVING BREAK

Dec. 2 1—Jan.1 WINTER BREAK

Jan. 18 MLK DAY

March 14-18 SPRING BREAK

March 25 GOOD FRIDAY

April 22 BATTLE OF FLOWERS

May 30 MEMORIAL DAY

www.78209magazine.com | 35 SCHOOL NEWS AHISD’S KEVIN BROWN AMONG FINALISTS FOR SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR Five public school administrators from across Texas were selected as state finalists for the annual Superintendent of the Year (SOTY) award sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). The 2015 finalists and their Education Service Center regions are Mary Ann Whiteker, Hudson ISD, Region 7; Paul Norton, Texarkana ISD, Region 8; Reggy Spencer, Colorado ISD, Region 14; Sylvia Hopp, San Elizario ISD, Region 19; and Kevin Brown, Alamo Heights ISD, Region 20. AHISD’s Kevin Brown serves more than 4,800 students in Alamo Heights ISD and has 20 years of administrative experience. He has led the district for seven years. The committee cited his leadership in the Go Public Campaign, strong business ties with state and national com - panies, redesign of summer school programs and focus on re-engaging students in school. Brown earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas at Austin, a master’s degree at Texas State University and his doctorate at Texas A&M University. He is president of the Texas School Coalition, TASA president-elect, chair of Bexar County super - intendents, executive committee member of the Texas Academic De - cathlon and is active in other groups. Candidates are chosen for their strong leadership skills, dedication to improving educational quality, ability to build effective employee relations, student performance and commitment to public involvement in education. The 2015 Superintendent of the Year will be announced Oct. 3 at the TASA/TASB Convention in Austin. The winning superintendent will receive an award from Balfour, program underwriter.

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

LAMAR ELEMENTARY AWARDED $10,000 GRANT FROM SAISD FOUNDATION Lamar Elementary in SAISD was awarded a $10,000 grant from the SAISD Foundation to purchase 30 laptops to be housed in a charged rolling cart. These laptops will support the project-based work at the ALAMO HEIGHTS school as they continue to explore Expeditionary Learning as a po - PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH tential charter model in the future. 6201 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Senior Pastor: Rev Dr. Richard Knott. Jr. (210) 824-0271 HEAD OF ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL APPOINTED www.alamoheightspres.com Thomas McLaughlin, Head of School at St. Luke’s Episcopal School, has been appointed to serve on the Southwestern Association of Epis - Come Worship with Us copal Schools’ (SAES) board. McLaughlin’s new role includes guid - Two worship services at 8:30am and 11:00am ance and participation in strategic planning as well as planning and execution of a bi-annual conference for educators from member schools. SAES serves 118 Episcopal schools throughout Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Texas. 36 |September 2015 AHHS JROTC'S LEADERSHIP TEAM EARNS 1ST PLACE IN COMPETITION AHHS JROTC's Leadership Team earned first place at the JROTC Leadership & Academics Bowl (JLAB) Level II competi - tion,earning a trip to the 2015 JLAB Championship at Washington, D.C., June 25-30. Only the top 40 teams (out of 521), from all over the United States and its territories, were selected for the champi - onship round. The Alamo Heights team was the only high school JROTC's Leadership Team from San Antonio to win first place and receive an invitation to the Championship. The AHHS JROTC Leadership Team's captain is cadet William J. Nisiewicz (junior), and the primary team is composed of Cadet Zachary J. Beck (junior), Cadet Alexandrina G. Mostasharnia (sophomore), and Cadet Joseph A. Lopez (sophomore), along with alternates Cadet Stephanie Littlebird (freshman) and Cadet Alexan - dria M. Woodward (freshman). Senior Army JROTC Instructor, LTC Al Perez, coaches the team.

NORTH EAST ISD BOARD APPROVES $499.95 MILLION BOND FOR NOVEMBER BALLOT The North East ISD Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to hold an election in November for a $499.95 million bond pro - gram. The bond package was designed with input from NEISD principals, district staff, parents, students and community mem - bers. A facility steering committee made up of 36 community mem - bers reviewed surveys to prioritize projects and finalize the plan. NEISD condensed the projects into five categories: Safety and Se - curity, Technology, Operations, Extracurricular and Facilities. The bond projects include adding security check-in vestibules, expanding the wireless network for technology devices, replacing the 60-year-old bleachers at Comalander Stadium, and expanding or replacing band halls and fine arts facilities at several middle and high schools. The largest category of the bond program, at nearly $226 million, includes replacing portable classrooms and campus facility renovations. In addition, the District anticipates that the bond will not increase the tax rate for at least five years. Early voting is October 19-30. Election Day is November 3. A full list of the proposed bond projects is posted at www.neisd.net/bond2015.

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( By LESLIE FOLEY ) CAPPY’S RESTAURANT HAS REOPENED BURGERFI ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING Cappy’s Restaurant has reopened! Fans of the longtime ‘09 favorite will be glad to know that Cappy’s will continue to BurgerFi, known for its fresh, all-natural burgers, fries and offer seasonal favorites that are locally grown. The front of frozen custard, announces the opening of its newest store and third the restaurant and bar have been updated. The fall menu will location in San Antonio in Alamo Heights. Located on the corner be coming soon. The restaurant opened with an appreciation of Nacogdoches and New Braunfels Avenues, the restaurant will dinner for construction workers who worked hard to get the provide the area with the “heart” of the better burger concept that restaurant ready - in about 10 weeks. “It was truly impressive focuses on all-natural, free-range beef. At 4,500 square feet, the to work alongside these people from 7 a.m. till midnight store will be the largest BurgerFi location in the city, accommodat - seven days a week. I have become friends with all these peo - ing all ages and boasting a large patio with a playground for the ple,” said Trevor Lawton, partner. Cappy’s hours of opera - kiddos. tion: lunch 11am-2:30pm; dinner 5:30pm -10pm. Weekend BurgerFi is committed to being better in a world of fast food brunch: Saturday 10am-2:30pm and Sunday 10am-3pm. hamburgers. Its “Never Never Program” means no steroids, antibi - otics, growth hormones, chemicals or additives are ever used. The diverse menu options continue with fresh-cut fries, hand-battered onion rings, Kobe beef hot dogs, a freshly made in-house quinoa VegeFi Burger®, secret sauce, freshly prepared custards, colas made with natural cane sugar, craft beer selections, wine and more. The restaurant’s operating hours will be 11 a.m. until late night, seven days a week. SALUD! CULINARY NIGHTS AT THE WITTE The Witte Museum is hosting another tasty and interactive evening program for adults featuring local chefs and a diverse array of cuisines and topics. Cooking demonstrations for each program will spotlight culturally and seasonally themed menu items. Meet top local chefs, farmers, ranchers and food historians in an intimate TASTE OF THE HEIGHTS setting as they present information, history and stories about the se - Save the date for tasty treats on Thursday, Sept. 10, at the lected menu. Each program will also feature a wine or beer pairing Witte Museum, 7-10 p.m. The 22nd Annual Taste of the from the finest Texas winemakers and brewers. Classes are 6:30 – Heights will feature 40+ restaurants from the San Antonio 8:30 p.m. and are limited to 60 guests per evening. Reserve Sept. 9 area, a silent auction and live musical performances on four for Clean, Simple and Fresh with chef Charlotte Samuel, H-E-B stages, including Jonathan Garcia, Court Jesters, The Tim and culinary nutritionist. Tickets start at $50 per person, $45 for mem - Bob Show and Los #3 Dinners. Tickets for this culinary ex - bers, and include a souvenir wine glass. For more information or perience are $50 per person and may be purchased at the reservations, call 210-357-1910. event or online at www.tasteoftheheights.com, or call 210- 822-7027. A few ’09-er faves include Cheesy Jane’s, Amy’s Ice Creams, Boardwalk Bistro, Tomatillos, El Machito, JAZZ IT UP Urban Taco, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Menchie’s Frozen Yo - Sunday Jazz at the Witte will take gurt. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Morgan’s Won - place Sunday, Sept. 13, 3-5 p.m. at derland and the Witte Museum. Will Smith Amphitheater. Enjoy a re - laxing afternoon of jazz; bring your LEGACY OF HOPE LUNCHEON lawn chair and blanket, and plan to stretch out for a few hours. Food will be The San Antonio Country Club is the venue for the Ecumeni - available from Picante Grill. Sunday Jazz cal Center’s Legacy of Hope Luncheon Sept. 30 at 11:30 at the Witte is presented in partnership with a.m., featuring keynote speaker Elizabeth Smart. Smart was Trinity University’s all-jazz radio station, 14 years old when she was kidnapped and endured a nine- KRTU Jazz 91.7. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is in - month nightmare. Tickets are $175. For more information, cluded with museum general admission. (free for members of the visit www.ecrh.org or call 210-616-0885. Witte and KRTU). To learn more, visit www.wittemuseum.org. 38 |September 2015 SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN SHOWCASES BRONZE SCULPTURES AS PART OF MEXICO CULTURAL OUTREACH Thanks to a collaboration of the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio and the City of San Antonio, the San Antonio Botanical Garden will welcome the bronze sculptures of internationally renowned Mexican artist Jorge Marín in an exhibit opening Sept. 9. This urban art project invites the public to interact with the eight large-scale bronze sculptures on display at the Garden until Feb.14, 2016. A ninth sculpture will be on display at the Southwest School of Art. For the past 25 years, these contemporary sculptures have trav- eled throughout the world as cultural outreach from Mexico. Now they’re traveling the United States, with their journey beginning in Texas. First shown in Brownsville, then Houston, Dallas and Fort Worth, the exhibit moves to San Antonio in early September. A favorite among the eight sculptures will no doubt be the one which gives the exhibit its name, W ings of the City.

ANDIE & BARBARA RELOCATES TO CAROUSEL COURT Andie & Barbara has moved to its brand-new location at 1836 Nacogdoches Road in Carousel Court after serving customers for 23 years in its Broadway location. The boutique still offers a variety of stylish sportswear and cocktail wear as well as handbags, jewelry and girlfriend gifts. There’s a seamstress to perform alterations, including outside alterations, during store hours. When we spoke with owner Barbara Lozano, she reminded us that “while the store’s location has changed, the store’s same wonderful service has not.” She invites peo- ple to come by to enjoy the store and service and let her know how they like the space. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call them at 210-828-4070. www.78209magazine.com | 39 hhee TT RRAANNTT RREESSTTAAGGUUuuiiddee

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three diners, and 16 inches for three to four which come with meatballs or with ham people. Some of the pizzas sport amusing and cheese. names. There’s the Maui Wowee, with On this visit, I went with the meat VOLARE pineapple, Canadian bacon and mozzarella lover’s personal pizza, which has pepper - cheese and the Don Corleone with pepper - oni, Canadian bacon, beef and moz - oni, Italian sausage, black olives, mush - zarella. I also chose a small calzone, rooms and mozzarella. which actually fills up a plate. It’s big. I’m The Riverwalk features Canadian bacon, curious to see the medium and large cal - GOURMET Italian sausage, mushrooms, tomato slices, zones. Each comes filled with ricotta, onions, pepperoni, peppers and mozzarella. mozzarella, ham and pepperoni with a Then there’s the ‘09-er, complete with a side of light marinara. pesto base, chicken, artichoke hearts, mush - As mentioned, Volare’s interior is PIZZA rooms, baby spinach and mozzarella. small. Even so, when all four tables are There’s plenty more where that came filled, you don’t feel terribly crowded. from. Volare offers a variety of classic Each table is draped with a red checker - OLD WORLD CHARM IN dishes that can be found at most comprehen - board cover. There is an outdoor covered AN INTIMATE SETTING sive Italian restaurants. patio with a few more tables. By EDMOND ORTIZ One could start with an appetizer such Don’t feel like dining in? Delivery is as Volare chicken wings, which come as a also available within ZIP codes 78209 and Volare Gourmet Pizza has become over 10-piece set, spicy or lemon pepper, with a 78212 and around Joint Base San Anto - the years an institution of sorts in Alamo side of creamy Italian or ranch dressing. nio-Fort Sam Houston. A minimum $15 Heights. Located at 5054 Broadway, in the There’s also homemade garlic bread or purchase is required for deliveries. As heart of the city’s commercial corridor, cheese bread. such, this family-owned and operated Volare is a small restaurant by many stan - Want something light to begin your culi - restaurant has a small staff; most times it’s dards and could be easy to miss if you’re not nary adventure at Volare? There are six sal - the cook and two wait staffers, as was the familiar with the area. ads: antipasto, Caesar, garden, Greek, case in this particular instance. The But once you’ve spotted the eatery’s spinach and caprese. kitchen lies immediately to the right of the green roof and scored a parking spot, the Old Chicken-centric dishes range from cac - entrance and is open, so you can easily World charm inside the place is hard to beat. ciatore and Marsala to piccata and parmi - see the cook at work. Volare prides itself in serving authentic giana. Each chicken meal comes with During a Friday rush hour dinner pe - Naples cuisine. The main event, of course, is fresh bread. riod, the cook moves fast and effectively, the New York-style thin crust pizza. The pasta dishes range from fettuccine as do the servers – one of whom is able to There are no less than 16 kinds of spe - alfredo, gnocchi sorrentina and eggplant depart at a moment’s notice to deliver a cialty pizzas on the menu, each available in parmigiana to ziti and lasagna, each with meal. It may not be the fastest service in 10-inch personal size, 14 inches for two or fresh bread. Volare also has paninos, a pizzeria, but given the tiny staff, it’s

42 | September 2015 solid for a neighborhood eatery. Meal orders come in fast during dinner and lunch, and For more restaurant reviews visit: www.saeats.com while I’m sure each server could be a bit more personable with customers, he/she is helpful in allowing enough time to order or to offer a suggestion. The food arrives at your table relatively quickly. The pizza is good. The tastes complement each other, and greas - iness isn’t a factor. The calzone is rich with flavor and quite flaky. What Volare lacks in physical space and well-rounded service, it makes up for in am - biance in addition to the cuisine. Classic pop music, from Sinatra to Bing Crosby and Ital - ian standards, is played. Small curtains over the windows facing Broadway help to cut down on the amount of natural light entering the interior, but it’s enough to offer an inti - mate, family-friendly atmosphere day or night. Paintings of Italian landmarks and countrysides and culinary-themed tin signs Volare’s website states it’s open 11 a.m.- line the interior walls. Together, they help to 9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA further the Old World charm and beauty of Fridays, noon-10 p.m. Saturdays, and noon- 5054 BROADWAY www.volarepizza.com the restaurant. 9 p.m. Sundays. It is closed 2:30-4:30 p.m. Back to the menu — there’s coffee, cap - on weekdays.Take note of this: I’ve tried vis - ATMOSPHERE puccino and espresso to enjoy, as well as iting Volare on a few other occasions, not too Small restaurant with Old World charm desserts such as cheesecake, cannoli and much before the stated closing time, and MUST-TRY tiramisu. Even children have offerings from found the employees already wrapping up The New York-style thin crust pizza which to pick: a slice or a whole 10-inch operations for the day, so call ahead. cheese or pepperoni pizza is on the menu. For more information, call 210-828-3354 The price of a child’s item includes a drink. or visit www.volarepizza.com.

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delicious culinary offerings from ray over 35 participating establish - airsp ments. www.thesanantonioriver - H walk.com September 11 See it on the big screen at the Tobin Center. The Movie starts at 8 - so September 10 don’t be late! OUTSIDE THE LUNCHBOX LUNCHEON The Tobin Center, 12pm Keynote speaker Amanda Ripley will talk about The Smartest Kids In The World and How They Got That Now thru September 20 Way at The Tobin Center for Per - forming Arts. RAINFOREST ADVENTURE www.tobincenter.org The San Antonio Botanical Garden September 12 E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial follows the produced numerous songs and moving story of a lost little alien No.1 hits for such artists as Jen - This maze exhibit takes guests in - September 11 THE H-E-B 31ST ANNUAL who befriends a 10-year-old boy nifer Lopez, Ricky Martin and Glo - side the rainforest, from the soar - KIDS’ ZOO RUN HAIRSPRAY named Elliott. Experience all the ria Estefan. ing canopies all the way to the The Tobin Center, 8pm San Antonio Zoo, 8:30 - 10:30am mystery and fun of their unforget - www.tobincenter.org forest floor with lessons on ecol - Hairspray is a 2007 American mu - Kids of all ages and their parents table adventure in the beloved ogy, biodiversity, adaptability, and sical romantic comedy film based can support the zoo by running in movie that captivated audiences September 12 conservation. on the 2002 Broadway musical of this fun race on a route through around the world, complete with BREWS AND BLOOMS www.sabot.org the same name, which follows the the zoo. John Williams’ Academy Award®- The San Antonio Botanical Gar - "pleasantly plump" teenager Tracy www.sazoo.org winning score performed live by den, 6:30-10pm Now thru September 7 Turnblad as she pursues stardom as the San Antonio Symphony in sync An evening of craft brew sampling DISCOVER THE ICE AGE a dancer on a local TV show and with the film projected on a huge paired with scrumptious food truck rallies against racial segregation. HD screen! The Witte Museum fare and music, all set in the gor - Mammoths, saber-toothed cats, Bring your lawn chairs or blankets www.majesticempire.com and enjoy the movie on our 32- geous, blooming Botanical Garden. bears, cave people and gigantic foot LED screen! No outside food www.sabot.org. "terror birds" last seen in Texas and September 12-13 or drinks are allowed, but conces - Florida make Discover the Ice Age PLANT SALE September 14 sions will be available for purchase, BALLET FOLKLORICO an exciting and educational exhibi - including full bar service. The San Antonio Botanical tion about life during Earth’s last Ice DE MEXICO www.tobincenter.org September 12 Garden, 10am -2pm Age. Discover the Ice Age features ONE MAN Find the perfect plants to make The Tobin Center, 7:30pm fossils, casts and several life-sized September 11 BREAKING BAD your landscape San Antonio A cast of dancers, inspired by animatronic models of animals. This THE H-E-B 31ST ANNUAL friendly at this two-day sale. Select Mexican folklore, recreate tradi - The Tobin Center, 4 and 8pm exhibition provides a unique and ex - from hundreds of varieties of na - tional dances using both modern ZOO RUN RELAY A one-man-show, Yo! Los Ange - citing walk through the Ice Age era tives and adapted plants suited to and classical techniques. San Antonio Zoo, 6 - 9pm les actor Miles Allen takes Break - for fami lies and visitors of all ages. our climate conditions. Greenhouse www.tobincenter.org ing Bad fans on a wild ride as he www.wittemuseum.org The Zoo Run Relay is an 8-mile volunteers assist in your selection. parodies the greatest television team race. Teams consisting of 4 Learn from their extensive garden - September 13 September 4 runners (each runner will run two show ever made. See him per - ing experience! DON QUIXOTE: LABOR DAY ARTS & miles) will compete against each form his rendition of popular www.sabot.org other in a race to the finish line. A characters Walter White, Jesse PRESENTED BY ARTS CRAFTS SHOW portion of the race takes runners Pinkman, Hank, Walt Junior, Mike SAN ANTONIO September 12 The River Walk, 11am-7pm through the zoo. and Gus Fring. A hilarious 75- Charline McCombs Empire minute show. Note: Adult lan - JON SECADA Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque www.sazoo.org Theatre, 7:30pm River Walk, stop to talk to our ven - guage and content. The Tobin Center, 8pm Bringing together the passionate, dors who are anxious to share infor - www.tobincenter.org soulful cultures of Spain and India, mation about their craft, and take Jon Secada is a Grammy-winning the Sahrdaya Foundation pre - home an item that will enhance September 11 and 12 bilingual artist adored by millions mieres its production of the 21st- your home, wardrobe or garden. around the world. His lyrics explore THE SAN ANTONIO century stage adaptation of www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com love, loss, separation and redemp - SYMPHONY PRESENTS tion while always focusing on the Miguel de Cervantes’ early 17th- century classic novel, Don September 8 E.T. THE EXTRA positive. His songs generate a tan - TERRESTRIAL gible sense of hope to millions of Quixote . The production combines BUD LIGHT - THE TASTE fans around the globe. The Cuban- poetry, music, dance and theater The Majestic Theatre, times vary The River Walk, 6 - 8:30pm born, yet distinctly American to unfold a timeless tale with uni - Director Steven Spielberg’s heart - Bud Light The Taste brings the local recording artist, producer and versal relevance. warming masterpiece comes to the San Antonio crowd to Houston songwriter Jon Secada has not only www.majesticempire.com Majestic Theatre. Filled with un - Street and the River Walk to sample written and produced hit songs for paralleled magic and imagination, his own career, but also written and ( E DITOR’S PICK ) September 12 -13 OPERA PICCOLA PRESENTS BON APPETIT AND GALLANTRY Carver Cultural Center, times vary Opera Piccola of San Antonio presents a double-bill of comic opera taken straight from 1950s television. Lee Hoiby’s Bon Appetit brings to life everyone’s favorite chef, Julia Child, while she prepares a chocolate cake. Following is Douglas Moore’s hilarious hos - pital soap opera, Gallantry . Sung in English, both operas star Laura Mercado-Wright, Susan Olson, April Hufty, Heath Martin and Rick Novak. Accompanied by full orchestra conducted by Kirstin Roach and stage-directed by Cynthia Stokes. Tickets are $15, $25, $35, and $50 and can be purchased by going to www.operapiccolasa.com or www.tick - etmaster.com.

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September 17 EXHIBIT OPENING AND RECEPTION J.R. Mooney Gallery - Boerne, 4-8pm Antecedent / Au Courant explores October 1 and 3 various genres and aspects of rep - MADAMA BUTTERFLY resented artists. Join them for an The Tobin Center, 7:30pm opening reception with the artists. Following a stunning inaugural www.jrmooneygalleries.com season, OPERA San Antonio pres - ents Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly , featuring Maria Kanyova September 18-20 as Cio-Cio San and Adam Diegel as BEETHOVEN'S 9TH Lt. B.F. Pinkerton. Both perform - October 9 October 20 LIONEL RICHIE October 22 The Tobin Center, times vary ances feature the San Antonio BACK TO THE FUTURE FLASHDANCE The Tobin Center, 8pm Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, con - Symphony, conducted by Maestro The Tobin Center, 8pm The Tobin Center, 7:30pm cluding with the exhilarating Ode Sebastian Lang-Lessing. A 1985 American comic science Featuring amazing dancers to Joy , encourages listeners to cel - www.tobincenter.org fiction film directed by Robert Ze - and a score that includes hit ebrate our shared humanity. Not meckis, and starring Michael J. songs from the movie, What a just a concert—an unforgettable October 5 Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Feeling , Maniac , Gloria , Man - experience with the San Antonio BILLY IDOL Thompson, Crispin Glover and hunt , and I Love Rock & Roll . Symphony. The Tobin Center, 7:30pm Thomas F. Wilson. Bring your In addition to these hits, 16 www.tobincenter.org Rock legend Billy Idol celebrates lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy brand-new songs have been the release of his first studio album the movie on our 32-foot LED written for the musical with screen! No outside food or drinks music by Robbie Roth and September 22-27 in almost a decade, Kings & DISNEY'S THE LITTLE Queens Of The Underground , with are allowed, but concessions will lyrics by Robert Cary and Roth. this North American Tour that is be available for purchase, includ - www.tobincenter.org MERMAID ing full bar service. October 23-24 selling out stadiums across the LUMINARIA - ARTS The Majestic Theatre, times vary country. www.tobincenter.org October 21 Fathoms below, we meet Ariel, the www.tobincenter.org UB40 COME TO LIGHT little mermaid who longs to be part October 10 and 12 The Tobin Center, 7:30pm Downtown, various venues of the fascinating world on dry October 8-11 FALL ARTS & CRAFTS In the early ‘80s this band All manner of creative endeavors land. Joining her are Sebastian, GRUENE MUSIC & WINE SHOW helped define reggae music in — art, music, poetry, performance, Ariel’s crabby sidekick; Ursula, the The River Walk, 11am - 8pm America. Their hits Red Red light shows — explode across San evil sea witch; Triton, King of the FESTIVAL Some of the most unusual hand - Wine , I've Got You Babe and I Antonio. Luminaria is San Anto - Sea; and the handsome and human Gruene historic district, times vary made merchandise available any - Can't Help Falling In Love With nio's annual celebration of art and Prince Eric. Based on the Disney an - A festival of great food and award where. Whether it’s jewelry, You , topped the charts in artists. Overseen by San Antonio's imated film and hit Broadway mu - winning wines along with live pottery or fine art you are inter - 1983. They return for one hot creative leaders, it is free of charge sical, The Little Mermaid is making music. Featured performers include ested in, you are sure to find what San Antonio concert. and showcases all art forms in an its San Antonio debut. The beloved Aaron Neville, Pat Green, The Mar - you’re looking for. www.tobincenter.org outdoor setting and inside various animated classic comes to life on venues downtown. shall Tucker Band and many more. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com stage with all the songs you love October 22 www.luminariasa.org www.gruenemusicandwinefest.org like Under the Sea and Part Of Your October 9,10 and 11 LIONEL RICHIE World . BALLET SAN ANTONIO October 31 www.majesticempire.com The Tobin Center, 8pm PRESENTS SWAN LAKE Music Icon. International su - BUD LIGHT The Tobin Center, times vary perstar. 100 million albums HALLOWEEN FEST Swan Lake is the story of a sad sold worldwide. Lionel Richie The River Walk 7 - 11pm has a discography of albums prince, an evil sorcerer, and a Bud Light will once again sponsor and singles second to none BILLY IDOL beautiful woman turned swan. Halloween Fest downtown on the and is part of the fabric of October 5 With heart-wrenching and glori - River Walk. This event features live American pop music. Enjoy his The Tobin Center, 7:30pm ous music by Tchaikovsky, this bal - music, an eerie river parade and a many hits including, All Night let is a feast for the senses, and a costume contest. Bars will open at Long , Hello, Say You , Say Me, must-see whether you are an afi - 6pm for costume registration. Live Penny Lover and Stuck On You cionado or a newcomer to ballet. music starts at 7pm and the pa - With live music by the San Anto - in this amazing show. www.thetobincenter.org rade begins at 8:30pm. nio Symphony www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com www.tobincenter.org

October 16 YO-YO MA The Tobin Center, 8pm Join Music Director Sebastian Lang-Lessing and world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma for a memorable one-night perform - ance with the San Antonio Sym - phony. www.tobincenter.org BOB’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSE three-day venture. Check the website at GIVEN PRESTIGIOUS AWARD www.alamocitycomiccon.com, and you will (The Rim) recognize several entertainers who will be on hand Sept.11-13. For the second consecutive year, Bob’s Steak & Chop House has been recognized by Wine Spec - tator with a Best of Award of Excellence in the magazine’s 2015 awards. The restaurant, located at The Rim, is one of only two establishments in INERNATIONAL San Antonio and one of 31 in Texas to win this award. The Best of Award of Excellence honors ACCORDION FESTIVAL restaurants whose wine lists typically offer 350 (Downtown) or more selections, along with superior presen - tation, and display either vintage depth or excel - This annual all-star celebration on Saturday, lent breadth across wine regions. Bob’s Steak & Sept. 12, from noon until 10 p.m. at the La Villita Chop House has a list of more than 550 wines. Historic Arts Village is a vibrant celebration of all things accordion. The International Accordion Festival has earned a reputation for innovative pro - gramming, featuring international performers of NEWS the highest caliber, and for a commitment to cul - ( By LESLIE FOLEY ) COOL OFF tural education by initiating cross-cultural commu - WITH ICE CREAM nication in workshops and performances. Diverse musical styles, food truck offerings and dancing (Southtown) outdoors will keep you returning to this popular Let’s face it … it’s still hot! If you are festival – fun for the entire family, and it’s FREE! In this issue of Outside 09 we hit the road lucky enough to live in Southtown, stop by Tickets and performance schedules can be found and circle the Alamo city to bring you The House at 732 S. Alamo St. for boozy at www.internationalaccordionfestival.org. something everyone can enjoy. We whet ice cream — that’s right, ice cream spiked your OappUetiTte wSitIhD upEdat e‘s0 ab9 out new SICLOVIA Michin Fresh Mexican Kitchin, an award with booze. There are also regular flavors (Broadway) for Bob’s Steak & Chop House and give for those that want to stick to their tried and This is a fun and free event that will turn you the scoop on ice cream shop with a true favorites, but why, I ask, when you can twist, The House. Then, we head down - indulge in Blue Hawaiian, Aztec chocolate, Broadway Street into a safe place for exer - town for Alamo City Comic Con, Interna - bourbon vanilla and shots of booze in your cise and play. The streets become car-free for tional Accordion Fest and Jazz’s Alive. ice cream? If you’re not going to imbibe in about five hours, allowing families to run, And, we don’t let you forget about cruis - a cone, then kick back with a locally crafted ride bikes, take exercise classes and enjoy ing on Sept. 27 at Siclovia. Enjoy! brew. Call 210-919-3553 for hours of ice their city streets. On Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to cream boozing. Now that’s a scoop! 3 p.m. the entire street is yours! Go to www.siclovia.org or call 210-246-9622 to learn more about an afternoon of fitness, fun ARTS & CULTURE and freedom. DINING HAPPENINGS JAZZ’S ALIVE (Downtown) MICHIN FRESH MEXICAN KITCHIN The San Antonio Parks Foundation and (Stone Oak) the City of San Antonio present some of the Located in Sonterra nation's top jazz entertainers, along with re - Village at 427 North gional and local talent, during the 32nd an - Loop 1604, Building 2, nual Jazz’SAlive in downtown Travis Park Suite 202, this new restau - Sept. 19-20. Entertainers will dazzle the rant features specialties such crowd with their smooth sounds; the schedule as fresh fish and traditional of performance times and entertainers can be Mexican dishes with a twist, ALAMO CITY COMIC CON found at www.saparksfoundation.org. including homemade spiced (Downtown ) And don’t miss the Starlite Salute to Jaz - z’SALive Gala on Friday, Sept.18, or Jaz - corn tortillas and creamy The primary goal of Alamo City Comic z’SAlive After Dark at 11 p.m. on Sept. 19 at house-made guacamole with Con is to celebrate the artists who provide en - the Rooftop Terrace at the St. Anthony Hotel. bacon bits, original sauces such tertainment to the public via comics, movies, The impromptu jam session for local, re - as Michin pico de gallo and TV and gaming. It brings unique celebrities gional and national artists and performers mustard-based salsa macha, and attractions to the Alamo City, allowing at - will jazz it up after hours — who knows who Tacos Baja, margaritas and much tendees to take advantage of the “mega” will show? Don’t miss out on this two-day more. For more info visit the web - comic con experience. Head over to Henry B. event featuring plenty of jazz, a gala and the site at www.mitchinkitchin.com or González Convention Center to meet your fa - After Dark Party. Gala tickets: 210-212-8423. call 210-277-7222 for their hours vorite celebs, artists and writers during this of opera tion. 46 |September 2015 Showcase yyoouurr CCeelleebbrraattiioonn

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08/01/15 covered the driver was in possession of THEFT marijuana, and several items of narcotics 200 blk. Retama paraphernalia were found in the vehicle. A package delivered to the front porch of a The driver was released pending charges residence was stolen before the owner could filed at a later date with the District At - retrieve it. torney’s office. 08/12/15 08/16/15 WANTED PERSON VEHICLE BURGLARY 5300 blk. N New Braunfels 800 blk. College Blvd. The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic An unlocked vehicle was rummaged violation was found to have an active ar - through during the overnight hours, but rest warrant issued by Bexar County. The no property was stolen. driver was transported to jail. 08/19/15 08/12/15 ATTEMPTED VEHICLE THEFT THEFT 300 blk. Albany 100 blk. Patterson A vehicle parked in a driveway was un - A table saw, compressor and nail guns lawfully entered during the overnight belonging to a contractor were stolen hours sustained damage to the steering from the front yard of a residence when column and ignition in an apparent at - left unattended. tempted theft of the vehicle. 08/13/15 08/22/15 NARCOTICS VIOLATION DWI 200 blk. Redwood Austin Hwy/N New Braunfels Officers responding to a report of youths Officers responding to a call for an uncon - smoking marijuana in an alleyway identi - scious driver found a vehicle stopped in fied several juveniles who admitted to the intersection with the engine running smoking marijuana. No marijuana was and the driver slumped behind the wheel. found and all juveniles were released to Officers were able to awaken the driver parents. after several minutes and investigation determined the driver was under the in - 08/13/15 fluence of alcohol and impaired. The DWI driver was transported to jail. 5000 blk. Broadway An officer on patrol observed a vehicle 08/23/15 make an illegal U-turn, crossing over a FAILURE TO IDENTIFY raised median, and nearly striking a tree. 100 blk. Barilla The officer initiated a traffic enforcement During a traffic enforcement investigation stop of the vehicle and investigation de - officers made a welfare check on a pas - termined the driver was under the influ - senger who appeared to be much ence of alcohol and impaired. The driver younger than the other vehicle occupants. was transported to jail. The passenger gave several names and dates of birth ranging from 18 to 22 years 08/15/15 of age. Investigation determined the pas - WANTED PERSON senger was 15 years old and listed as a 5400 blk. Broadway missing person. Further investigation dis - The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic covered a syringe the passenger claimed violation was found to have an active to use to inject methamphetamines. The warrant for their arrest issued by Bexar passenger was transported to the Bexar County. The driver was transported to jail. County Juvenile Detention facility. 08/15/15 08/23/15 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF VARIOUS VEHICLE BURGLARY Officers on patrol discovered four (4) 500 blk. College street sign poles had been pushed over by Two (2) unlocked vehicles parked in a a vehicle in the area around the 700 block driveway were unlawfully entered during of W. Castano. Poles and signs were dam - the overnight hours and rummaged aged. through. A wallet was reported missing from one of the vehicles. 08/16/15 NARCOTICS VIOLATION 300 blk. Austin Hwy. The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to have a suspended driver’s license. Further investigation dis - POLICE BLOTTER 78209 VINTAGE VIEW s o m l O

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