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C O M M U N I T Y + H I S T O R Y + C U LT U R E The Molly Shafer Gallery Dedicated Letter from Lisa Margaret Leeds, Nora Peterson, Sherry Hess Executive Director Lisa Lynde join the faculty of A&M University’s They say you aren’t supposed to College of Liberal Arts. Molly was a ask a woman her age, but I have never psychologist and became director of been self-conscious about such things Special Services for College Station so I ‘m going to tell the truth. I turned Independent School District. These two art 50 last month. I’m not entirely sure lovers eventually gravitated to how I feel about it. It’s a bit surreal. in 2002 and directed the creation of their The realization I have been around for magnificent King William abode in the lofts half a century just makes me feel tired. on Madison. I try not to think about it! Instead I like New to King William, they were amazed to think about a few of the notables Photo credit: Alicia Spence-Schlesinger and aghast to find themselves confronting I share this milestone birthday year widespread graffiti in the neighborhood. with. We are delighted to welcome you to the They acted immediately to see what could The 747. Can a plane capture one’s newly dedicated Molly Shafer Gallery and to be done. Molly and Harry, organized a imagination? Yes! As a child I dreamed the opening of its premier exhibit featuring group of neighborhood volunteers to of flying on a double-decker plane. the work of Regina Moya, our virtual artist address the graffiti and worked with the city Two years ago, I had my chance on in residence. graffiti abatement team for training and a KLM flight from LAX to Amsterdam. Molly Shafer is a name that is tools to do the job. This led to collaboration Alas, KLM has scheduled their 747’s synonymous with art in San Antonio and, with local artists, neighbors and the city final flight for 2021. Hard to believe in particular, with art in King William probation department to provide wipes, she’ll have been at work for 51 years (KW), so it is very fitting that the King paint, and elbow grease to remove the by then! William Association Board should move to blight. The graffiti abatement program The Chevy Vega. This one has been recognize Molly by naming this gallery in subsequently inspired the delightful mural gone a long time. Back in the day, my her honor. However, it is difficult to think we see on the Insco Building at the corner grandmother in rural Iowa bought an of Molly and her many contributions to the of South Alamo and Guenther. olive green one. She was in her 70s at neighborhood without thinking of Harry The Insco building’s west wall had long the time. Twenty-plus years later and, Shafer, Molly’s husband, former president been a graffiti magnet. Molly researched having lived its whole life sheltered in of King William Association (KWA). graffiti deterrence in large cities and found a garage, looked brand new. Less than Molly and Harry met in 1983 and they that public art—murals—work well because a year later, subjected to Michigan married in 1988. Molly joined Harry in graffiti artists do not want to disrespect winters, it became a rusted shell of a College Station. the first archaeologist to other artists’ work. (Story continued on pg.3) car. What a run it had! The environment. OK, so this is What’s Happening In & Around King William obviously much older than 50, but in 1970 we started to really take notice. MARCH 4- GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Earth Day turns 50 this year and the King William Association, 122 Madison, 7:00 pm Environmental Protection Agency does as well. Unfortunately, the earth MARCH 6- NOVEL IDEAS BOOK FAIR is a bit worse for wear these days and Art Museum, 116 Blue Star,10:00 am- 11:00 pm in danger of suffering the fate of my grandmother’s Chevy Vega. Let’s work MARCH 14-15- ST. PATRICK’S DAY RIVER PARADE AND FESTIVAL to get it back in the garage so we can Riverwalk Downtown, 12:00pm- 8:00pm keep it around a bit longer. MARCH 25- ANTARCTICA- LAND OF ICE AND INSPIRATION Steves Homestead Riverhouse, 509 King William St, 7:00pm

KWA Newsletter 1 NEWSLETTER STAFF President’s Message There is nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries than an Content: Kassi Tyson-Wright agreement.- E.B. White Editor: Shelley Galbraith With the agreement to form the King William Association in 1967, I can affirm the Production: Diamond Mascorro accuracy of the above quote. We begin 2020 with a new board, some returning and some brand new. Our first meeting was an all-day retreat in January, which included Opinions expressed in this publication are those of our staff. It offered insight into diverse opinions of all gathered, but also gave us the the contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opportunity to express our thoughts, and attempt consensus opinions to guide our opinion(s) of the Board of Directors of the KWA. organization. We acknowledged the history, growth, and expansion of the KWA, brought forward positive aspects of our neighborhood, identified challenges and potential 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS threats, and speculated on great ideas. We then accepted the reality that not everything can be accomplished; try we shall. President: John Doski Each of you likely has particular passions or preferences about the KWA. (And yes, Vice President: Shelley Galbraith we are NOT a homeowners association.) There were many topics raised at the retreat, Secretary: Rose Kanusky and we support, encourage, or enjoy execution of this diversity, be it with the King Treasurer: Chance Kinnison William Area Kids (KWAKS) activities, Southtown events (still somewhat amorphous), or Parliamentarian: Gretchen Garceau-Kragh the annual gathering for the King William Yacht Club. We have had another successful Board of Directors: Rose Kanusky, Margaret Leeds, Nathan Morey, Robin Sauerkraut Bend run and will have a Home Tour run by someone other than Anne Raquet, Lori Hall, David Ayala, Pat Heard, Alexander. I would offer that activities of more frequent and intense discussion included Carlos Villareal, Boris Abad the King William Fair and the Cultural Arts District (CAD). As I brought up from the November General Meeting, each of these have an extensive history, controversies, and robust dialogue on their future. But we are actively engaged in the evolution of each. KWA CONTACT INFORMATION The KW Fair continues to specialize, with discussions underway to meaningfully reduce waste generated and lessen environmental impact. The CAD, under the direction of Nora Pederson, has a beautiful art exhibit underway, a lecture series planned, concerts in the Office Hours: M-F, 9:00 am-3:00 pm 122 Madison St., San Antonio, TX 78204 park, and an updated and really neat website. Many thanks to Molly Shafer, emeritus for KWA Phone: (210) 227-8786 creation and advancement of the CAD. Fair Phone: (210) 271-3247 Based on the enthusiasm at the retreat, I hope we will have a productive and successful KWA Email: [email protected] year and accomplish some of the ideas considered. And again, I encourage everyone to Fair Email: [email protected] become at least aware, if not involved. We welcome your help. - John Doski Websites: ourkwa.org, kwfair.org, Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress.- Mahatma Gandhi kingwilliamculturalartsdistrict.com STAFF Graffiti Clean Up KWA Executive Director: Lisa Lynde KWA Office Manager: Monika Perez-Moad We need to know about graffiti KWA Administrative Coordinator: Kassi in the neighborhood, and we’ll Tyson-Wright be setting up a graffiti work Fair Manager: Syeira Budd day soon to clean it up. So, we Fair Entertainment & Vendor Coordinator: Noah Peterson need to know where cleaning is Fair Marketing & Parade Coordinator: needed, and volunteers. Alicia Spence-Schlesinger KWA provides the supplies. Fair Operations & Volunteer Coordinator: Danielle Griffin

ADVERTISING Promote your business directly to your Membership Dues are King William neighbors by advertising in this newsletter! Details are on website, ourkwa.org, call Past Due! 210-227-8786 or email [email protected] Please remember to renew your Let's Be Friends KWA membership ASAP! 2 KWA Newsletter (Cover story continued from pg.1) of food booths, four walking maps of King William, at the loud music, KWA office, wayfinding signs, concerts in excessive drinking, the park, art exhibits and a speaker series. and trash buildup. Current CAC members are Nora Peterson, Their activist Susan Athene, Ethel Pedraza, and Sherry natures came into Hess. Robin Raquet and Margaret Leeds play once again. are Board liaisons to the committee. Jim They explored Gillette created an artistic and informative solutions, solicited website for the CAD. allies and were It was Molly who had the foresight instrumental in and was the guiding force that led the corralling many of Texas Commission of the Arts to officially the unruly aspects designate this area as the King William Photo credit: Erich Landry of the event. Food Cultural Arts District. This rare and distinct booths were no honor was presented on November 29, 2011 Molly obtained funding from the city, KWA longer allowed. at SAY Si’. and private donors and patiently worked In 2008,Molly, the consummate art For the past 18 years we have had through 5 layers of city bureaucracy to gain lover, recruited residents to form the KW the benefit of Molly’s love of the arts, her the approval for the mural. In 2008, artist Public Art Committee, later renamed the creativity, her drive and enthusiasm, her Jane Madrigal, with the assistance of artist King William Cultural Arts Committee bent for activism. You might say Molly is Jose Cosme, completed the mural that pays (CAC). Molly’s vision was to bring public still Director of Special Services and King tribute to the history of the people and the art and cultural events to the King William William is the grateful recipient of those . neighborhood, with a focus on artists in services. We thank you, Molly. Molly and Harry were also dismayed as the neighborhood. Under her leadership, Please come by the KWA office to see the First Friday, which began as a legitimate art our neighborhood has benefitted in many plaque. walk, morphed into a carnival atmosphere ways: the installation of 5 art benches,

Rehab Corner -Please No Rocks in the Front Yard Shelley Galbraith

Landscape designs in the King William Having said that, you should not between the sidewalk and the curb should Historic District vary depending on their replacing planting, including grass, be maintained with trees, plants, grass, setting and period of construction. These flowers, bushes, and trees, with rocks and mulch. Lawn should not be replaced historic landscapes provide clues to the and rock mulch. Rocks and rock mulch with pavers, raised planting beds or past and aid in the overall interpretation of should not be used exclusively but may be rocks, which changes the character of the our historic district and our homes. While incorporated into the overall design. Rock streetscape. some areas feature sweeping historic and inorganic mulch is encouraged around For more information, find the Office of lawns and formal elements, many homes the base of the home is recommended Historic Preservation’s Design Guidelines feature a diverse palette of landscape to allow water to dissipate. However, it online at https://www.sanantonio.gov/ features, such as more informal xeric can detract from the character of historic historic/HDRC/HistoricDistrictGuidelines. plantings, which are often appropriate structures and create stark contrast in within the historic context. Overall, the the historic street pattern when used goal should be to conserve water while exclusively in the front yard. preserving the historic context. Similarly, parkways or planting strips

KWA Newsletter 3 KWA Grant Helps the Cannoli Fund

The Cannoli Fund received a grant from the KWA to help with our work with dogs and cats in the neighborhood. The majority of the grant will be used to fund Save Our Strays. This program helps neighbors rescue stray dogs and cats, the expense of which can sometimes be KWA Lecture: Antarctica- substantial. Even the cost routine Land of Ice and Inspiration evaluation and testing, plus standard preventive care and, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2020 of course, spay and neuter and 7:00 PM at the Steves Homestead microchipping, is a significant Riverhouse, 509 King William St, 78204 eliminate this financial barrier to rescue and fostering or adoption of stray dogs and Homeward Bound is a global cats by King William residents. leadership program for women centered We are happy to report that the program on developing women as leaders who has been embraced by our neighborhood can speak and drive action in regards to animal-lovers. For some animals, this has climate change and the crisis that the meant basic vetting. For others, more world will face. Dr Deb Mueller, trauma major care was needed. For a Chihuahua/ surgeon and past President of KWA, was dachshund mix, we covered both chosen from a pool of global applicants heartworm treatment and dental cleaning to participate. In December 2019 and extractions, along with neutering and she joined women from 33 countries microchipping. For a German shepherd, on the largest all woman expedition it meant basic preventive care, treatment to Antarctica, the most ecologically for worms, and spaying. For an Australian sensitive place on our planet. Learn shepherd, care involved treatment for an why she was inspired to apply, enjoy a autoimmune nose condition to which collie visual journey to The Last Continent, breeds are prone, as well as whipworms. and learn why climate change there will For cats, care has included treatment affect us all. for ringworm, intestinal parasites, skin lesions, and respiratory infections, in addition to vaccinations, spay/neuter, and amount to add to anyone’s budget microchipping. unexpectedly. We created this program to Some of these animals have been adopted by their rescuers; others have found new homes in and out of the Our special Fiesta Edition Newsletter will neighborhood. All are leading better lives off the streets, and are not contributing be mailed to all King William households to our overpopulation problem by the week of April 8th. Watch your mailbox reproducing. The Cannoli Fund’s mission is to improve the lives of animals, and for important news about the 202 0 King thanks to this grant from the KWA, made William Fair. possible by the hardworking Fair staff and volunteers, we are able to do so! Viva Fiesta! —Nancy Diehl, President and Co-founder

4 KWA Newsletter Good Will Dining Wm. Charles

Ever closer to an empty nest – our points; char-grilled Spanish octopus youngest, now driving and working part with corona beans, guanciale and basil time, gives us the freedom to explore pesto; crab cake, jumbo lump crab and more of the things we love most – great caper dill sauce – so tasty. Our entrees culinary experiences. included: Cioppino, white fish, shrimp, This was certainly true last month as scallops, mussels, clams in an herb- we took advantage of Culinaria Week. tomato broth; half lobster, crispy garlic, Out In The Garden So, there were many options to choose herb butter, lobster claw stuffing and Alan Cash GARDEN from. We decided to try someplace new, Prime N.Y. Strip with cheddar baked Spring seems to NOTE: Rebelle located in the St. Anthony Hotel tomato and bearnaise sauce. We have started early To plant a garden is another Goodman Bowers creatively enjoyed a delicious Tempranillo Rosé this year. Maybe it is to believe transforming a hotel restaurant into an and a luscious Russian River Pinot Noir. is true what they say exciting vibrant dining space and cuisine. We finished with a key lime mousse, in tomorrow. about Pennsylvania’s We met up with some friends for a pre- white chocolate crumble and blueberry -Audrey Hepburn. Punxsutawney Phil. He dinner cocktail at Haunt – a modern take compote and peanut butter pie, whipped did not see his shadow on a speakeasy – classic artisan happy cream, malted peanuts and chocolate on February 2 which is supposed to mean hour cocktails, included martinis, old- pretzels. spring is just around the corner. fashioned, French 75’s. The night was relatively young, Roses and mountain Rebelle’s menu is undoubtably and as we had taken advantage of the laurels began blooming seafood forward with emphasis on FREE valet parking, we strolled over to in early February and shareable plates cold and hot. We Maverick Whiskey for a night cap, which some shrubs were started with some east coast oysters is another story for another time. We sprouting new growth. accompanied with a Turkish apricot had a thoroughly enjoyable evening with The mesquite tree in cocktail sauce. Our pre-fixe Culinaria exciting atmosphere, warm attentive the front garden at 735 Week menus started service, over-the-top cuisine and a E. Guenther began leafing with an Ocean great time with friends. Eat, drink, out in early February. Some say this means Chowder with bacon, live! freezing weather is gone. Because we had crème fraiche served thunderstorms and lightning in January and sourdough others believe we will have freezing weather in April. You cannot fool Mother Nature, so do what you would normally do in your garden and hope for the best. Typically, in the San Antonio area the latest frost is about the first weekend of March. Garden Tips: 1. If flowerpots become infested with fire ants, water with a solution of one teaspoon Orange Oil in a gallon of water. 2. According to the Old House Journal, we should plant petunias and nasturiums in vegetable gardens to repel aphids and other damaging insects. 3. Wait until early April to plant periwinkles and caladiums when the soil has warmed. 4. If you have potted ferns and would like more, cut them back to about two or three inches high. Then remove the root ball from the pot and with a sharp knife, cut it in half. Pot each section in a separate pot and water thoroughly with an organic liquid fertilizer. A solution of half strength is good as a root stimulator.

KWA Newsletter 5 Naomi Shibab Nye Honored ACS Survey On Pet Sales Open

The award Hope that your Valentine’s Day was Puppy season is upon us—look out for winning poet, spent with the one that you love. And backyard breeders!: It is against the law for Naomi Shibab speaking of that, as one expert, Charlie breeders to sell puppies on the corner, in Nye, who Brown observed, “Happiness is a warm the grocery store parking lots, etc.—unless resides in our puppy!” You can find a lot of happiness at they have a city permit. Many puppies are King William rescues and shelters all over San Antonio. imported from Mexico, are too young, have neighborhood, And our survey says: Animal Care Services had no shots, or are sick. If you see puppies has received (ACS) wants feedback from you. Last for sale call 3-1-1. ACS will come out right the Ivan summer, ACS conducted a survey to get away. Sandorf Award feedback on several important topics. Over Microchips Mean Love: Last week a for Lifetime Photo credit: Ha Lam 3,200 respondents stated that unregulated friend found a handsome English bulldog Achievement by pet sales in San Antonio contribute to our boy who had lost his way. We had him the National Books Critics Circle. local animal overpopulation issues. scanned for a microchip, and there were The award is given to “a person or In response, Animal Care Services some issues with the registration, so we institution … who has, over time, made drafted proposals that included enhanced couldn’t contact the owners. We notified significant contributions to book culture”. penalties for violators as well as additional Animal Control and 30 minutes later his Past recipients include Margaret Atwood, pet sales restrictions. We would appreciate frantic owners contacted them. You can get Toni Morrison, and Joyce Carol Oates. your opinion on them. The survey, available your pets microchipped for free any time Naomi will be presented this award at the in both English and Spanish, can be ACS is open—don’t delay! New School in New York City on March 12. accessed in a number of ways: I am available any time to speak with Naomi can add this to the many you and help with ACS-related issues. Log onto www.saspeakup.com accomplishments she has been given over Sincerely, Via the ACS website (www.saacs.net) her career, including 2018 Poem of the Cindy Cox and click Pet Sales Survey Highlights Year Award, for her poem titled Kindness, District 1 representative to the ACSAB banner OR according to the Academy of American [email protected] Via the ACS Facebook page @ Poets. We congratulate you Naomi, and 210-315-1967 SanAntonioACS honored that you are a part of our King Your feedback is crucial—please take a William Family. couple of minutes to give ACS on March 23.

Sauerkraut Bend 5K Run 2020- Thanks to All Who Participated!

THANK YOU to all the runners/walkers, volunteers, sponsors, and neighbors for helping make the 2nd Annual Sauerkraut Bend 5K such a huge success! We had just over 400 registrations, and about 350 runners and walkers crossed the finish line. We’ve heard nothing but positive comments about the event, the course and those cool Robert Tatum designed t-shirts!

6 KWA Newsletter Insiders View of the Fair: March Syeira Budd

The inevitable uptick in activity at the KWA office this month means that Fiesta®  Confirming 25+ private property use San Antonio and our 53rd Annual King requests and arrangements. William Fair are just two months away. Launching our online Admission and Although the Fair team works twelve Food/Beverage/Activity Ticket sales. months a year to prepare for Fair Day, there is a snowball effect that happens Promoting sales of our official 2020 in March once all of our vendors, Parade King William Fair Medal and Admission participants, performers, contractors, and Wristbands. volunteer groups have been confirmed.  A sampling of projects that you’ll find us Ramping up our marketing campaigns working on this month include: via social media, broadcast, and print Thank you to the outlets.  readers of San Antonio Preparing hundreds of packets  containing logistical information such as Participating in Fiesta® San Antonio’s Magazine for voting the vehicle passes, policies and procedures, official Media Day to promote the Fair to King William Fair as the all San Antonio media outlets. and admission wristbands for 200+ Art Best Fiesta Event & Craft vendors, 65+ Food vendors, 20+ Updating our website with our Art & Beverage vendors, 100+ contractors/ Craft vendor list, entertainment lineup, in their March volunteer groups, 100+ parade parade participant list, and food vendor 2020 issue! participants, and 25+ Special Exhibitors/ list. Kids Kingdom Vendors. Sorting book donations for the Parade.  Preparing 45+ Sponsor hospitality gift bags. Updating our AutoCAD master layout storage to the KWA office. maps. Compiling content for KWA’s special  And last but not least, holding a Fiesta Edition Newsletter to be mailed to Designing and printing a variety of marathon of meetings to confirm that every household in early April. special vehicle/parking passes and maps we’ve captured all necessary planning to be distributed to residents, vendors, details with our community partners,  Preparing the letters that will be contractors, and volunteers. vendors, volunteers, and contractors. mailed to all Fair Zone residents and KWA members. Ordering supplies, including signage, Whew! That’s March in a nutshell with beverage cups, zip ties, t-shirts, street the controlled chaos and adrenaline of April  Designing our official Fair brochure. marking tools, hand fans, and much more. yet to come. Viva Fiesta!  Ensuring our service contracts are Applying for our temporary electric finalized for everything from electricity to meter permits with CPS. portable toilets to temporary staffing and more. Moving all of our Fair supplies from 2020 Fiesta Medals Have Arrived

Our official 2020 King William Fair Fiesta Medal is now available to purchase at the KWA Office, 122 Madison, and at The Fiesta Store, 2611 Broadway. The medals are $10 each ($8 for current KWA members when purchased at the KWA Office). The colorful artwork by neighborhood artist Regina Moya features the house at 611 Mission Street framed by a festive wreath and accented with free-flowing ribbons. Viva Fiesta! KWA Newsletter 7 Novel Ideas Art Book Fair at Blue Star Contemporary

This March Blue Star Contemporary is as the keynote speaker for the Novel Ideas delighted to present the Novel Ideas Art Art Book Fair her lecture. The lecture takes Book Fair taking place March 6 and 7, the place on Saturday, March 7 at 3 pm hosted fair features over 25 exhibitors bringing by our friends at SAY Sí 1518 S Alamo St. artists’ books, monographs, This month, we hope you will visit zines and printed ephemera. BSC and enjoy our first ever art book Conceived as a platform and fair. Make sure to also visit our galleries community-building event and see our current exhibitions which for artists and producers explore operating primarily in the books as southwestern U.S. and subjects Mexico who are dedicated and include to books as medium and Max Pepper the work (Brooklyn) material, the Novel Ideas Art of Emilia Book Fair includes a range Azcárate, of exhibitors, both publishers and artists. Ann Clarke, Novel Ideas includes programming such Arturo as talks, pop-up workshops, St. Sucia, (San Antonio) Herrera, signings, an after party Candace Hicks, hosted by Paper Tiger, and Rand Renfrow, Benedikt Terwiel, Hye- four complementary onsite Ryoung Min, and Sarah Welch. Read more exhibitions. Purchase your about these shows in these great reviews by tickets today! San Antonio Current, Rivard Report, and San We are thrilled to Antonio Magazine. welcome world-renowned artist and curator Julie Ault

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