shirley parks: Gardens by Moonlight
- 09/25/09 01:16 PM
Gardens by Moonlight presents Music Legends and Rising Stars at the San Antonio Botanical Garden
It's time again for Gardens by Moonlight at the San Antonio Botanical Garden with live music performances and delicious culinary treats under the glow of the moon on Saturday, September 26 from 7 to 11 p. (Botanical Society members enjoy early entrance at 6 p.m.). In the Fall moonlight, you can enjoy an array of culinary treats for sale by Central Market. There will be something for everyone, from specialty sausages to lettuce wraps to fajitas, plus dishes for vegetarians to enjoy. Drinks for sale include beer, wine, soda, … (5 comments)
shirley parks: Speaking of typos...
- 09/23/09 06:59 AM
Speaking of typos... Cna yuo raed tihs? i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I … (19 comments)
shirley parks: Everyone is happy today...
- 09/22/09 02:46 PM
Everyone in San Antonio is happy today. After a record-setting brutally hot summer, it rained in San Antonio today. Since I didn't have any important morning plans, my sweet husband got up early, took care of the pets, brewed coffee, and opened the outside door to our bedroom. I slept like a baby 'til 9:20 when I awoke to the cozy sound of soft rain falling and the feel of the cool outdoor air on my face. Bliss... The high temperature today was only about 75 degrees and right now it is 66 degrees on our patio. What a wonderful first day of Fall it … (20 comments)
shirley parks: The Fountains of Deerfield, San Antonio TX
- 09/14/09 03:36 PM
The Fountains of Deerfield The Fountains of Deerfield is a small gated community in the Deerfield subdivision in north San Antonio located off Huebner Road just inside Loop 1604. This community is convenient to shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and medical facilities. It is a quick drive to Stone Oak, La Cantera, Valero Energy, UTSA, USAA, and the South Texas Medical Center. There are currenty 6 homes for sale in the Fountains of Deerfield. They range in price from $300,000 for a home with 3000 square feet to $499,000 for a home with 4309 square feet:
To see any of these homes or any homes in north San Antonio, … (0 comments)
shirley parks: What's that wet stuff falling from the sky?
- 09/09/09 03:05 PM
"Well, I love a rainy nightI love a rainy nightI love to hear the thunderWatch the lightningWhen it lights up the skyYou know it makes me feel good..." -Eddie Rabbit It rained today! Glorious raindrops falling from the sky! That may not sound like a big deal to you but it sure is if you live in San Antonio. I don't remember when we last had a good rain. Summer was hot and dry and the city implemented water restrictions. You should see my landscaping... I take that back; I wouldn't want you to see my poor, dry, brown plants. We … (19 comments)
shirley parks: Renewable Energy & Green Living Fair in Fredricksburg, Sept. 25-27
- 08/29/09 02:43 PM
The 10th annual Renewable Energy Roundup & Green Living Fair will be held Sept. 25-27 in Fredricksburg. The fair will have lots of exhibits and demonstrations along with children's activities and live music. Going along with the green theme, there will be an organic food cafe. Attendees will be able to learn about renewable energy, rainwater harvesting, green building, alternative transportation, and more. There will be natural and organic cooking demonstrations. The fair will be kick off with a photovoltaic system design and installation workshop demonstrating how photovoltaic cells convert sunlight into energy. … (5 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio ~ Homes in Green Spring Valley
- 08/28/09 06:28 AM
Homes in Green Spring Valley Located in the North East Independent School District, NEISD, Green Spring Valley is an established neighborhood nestled among 167 acres of peaceful wooded winding streets. You may feel like you're in the country here but Green Spring Valley is located a mile inside Loop 1604 off Bulverde Road and convenient to shopping and entertainment. Green Spring Valley has a recreation center with swimming pool, wading pool, and a cabana sheltered under giant oak trees. There are lighted tennis courts, basketball court, and sand volleyball court. There is a new play area for the kids complete with … (14 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Downtown Condos ~ Riverwalk
- 08/25/09 03:42 PM
San Antonio Neighborhoods ~ Downtown Condos ~ Riverwalk Living in one of San Antonio's downtown lofts or condos is an appealing alternative for many people... singles, young couples, empty nesters, or anyone who enjoys living in a sophisticated urban environment. Many new residential units, everything from new highrises to rehabs of historic properties have been come to the real estate market in the past few years. The locations include River North, South Flores area, St. Paul Square, Pearl Brewery, King William, Irish Flats and the Central Business District. All the charm of the city is at your doorstep. It is so convenient to enjoy an evening … (7 comments)
shirley parks: What's this in my mailbox already?!
- 08/24/09 10:10 AM
Last week I opened up my mailbox and was surprised to find a harbinger of the upcoming Christmas season, my first Christmas catalog of 2009. This first catalog arrived the week of August 17, before school started, before Labor Day, Halloween, or Thanksgiving. By Christmas Eve I will have a big stack of catalogs. What a waste! Oh, the catalog is filled with 200 pages of stuff, tchatchkes, gift items of every kind for yourself or anyone on your gift list... men's stuff, women's stuff, kid's stuff. Lots and lots of stuff. Silly stuff, cute stuff, useful stuff, tacky stuff. I don't like getting … (18 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Monte Vista
- 08/23/09 03:22 PM
San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Monte Vista Monte Vista is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is the largest such historical district in the country. The area is located less than 2 miles from downtown San Antonio and borders Trinity University. Monte Vista prospered and blossomed during San Antonio's "Gilded Age" between 1890 and 1930 when the city emerged from being just an outpost for cattle drives and became the place where many rich people, particularly cattle barons and oilmen, started having elegant homes built in which to live and raise their families. Instead of the usual Spanish style architecture, San … (5 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ King William
- 08/21/09 03:54 PM
San Antonio Neighborhoods ~ King William The King William National Historic District is on the National Register of Historic Places. It carries much historical and cultural importance and is protected by city ordinances. A little bit of history: The King William area was originally farmland, owned by the Mission San Antonio de Valero (the Alamo) and irrigated by acequias flowing from the San Antonio River. By the early 1800's the missions were fully secularized, and the farmland was bought, sold, and divided into tracts by land speculators beginning in the 1840's. One of the earliest settlers was Carl Guenther, a German … (9 comments)
shirley parks: Texas Tax Free Shopping Begins Tomorrow
- 08/20/09 01:11 PM
Tax free shopping holiday begins tomorrow, August 21. This year for the first time school supplies have been added to the tax-free shopping list. This should help many parents save by shopping during the upcoming tax free holiday, which runs Friday through Sunday. Texas shoppers will be exempt from local and state sales taxes for many school-related items during this time. Shoppers should save about 8% or $8 on every $100 spent. The Texas comptroller has exempted from sales tax clothing and footwear under $100, backpacks under $100 for elementary and secondary students, and layaway items. New this year will be a tax … (11 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Terrell Hills
- 08/17/09 03:26 PM
Terrell Hills A little bit of history: Looking back from the vantage point of 2009, I find this story to be quite amusing. In 1919, a group of 6 families and 3 bachelors organized with the goal of emigrating from the City of San Antonio and settling in a "remote rural area." They selected a 24 acre tract that was formerly Terrell Farms (which now lies in the heart of San Antonio.) The southern boundary was Terrell Road, Garraty Road to the north, and western border was Eldon Road. The eastern border was Fort Sam Houston and what is now Harry … (7 comments)
shirley parks: New Luxury Condos ~ Simeon of Olmos Park Condominiums
- 08/17/09 03:53 AM
The San Antonio Express News reports that the brand new Simeon of Olmos Park Condominiums celebrated their grand opening last week. The 3 story, 2900 square foot condos located at 215 Annie St. in Olmos Park each have a private elevator and impressive high-end features: Luxurious kitchens with Viking appliances, wine cooler, quartz counter tops; steam shower in master bath, outdoors areas on every level, two-car garages and security cameras. Alamo Heights School District. The condos are listed by Dawn Swisher Campbell of Swisher & Martin Realty. For more information, call (210) 279-2654 or check out MLS number 796218 to see photos. … (2 comments)
shirley parks: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series: Alamo Heights
- 08/13/09 03:05 PM
Alamo Heights is one of the most, if not the most, prestigious neighborhoods in San Antonio. It was incorporated as an independent municipality in 1922 so it is a town or suburb within a city and is located only 2 miles from downtown. It has a rich heritage and is a very desirable neighborhood with a hometown feel to call home, if you can afford it. Many people are attracted by the easy access of Alamo Heights to San Antonio's business district, shopping, and entertainment choices. The area is well known for its charm, family friendly atmosphere, and excellent schools. For golfers, … (15 comments)
shirley parks: Brake Works (and more)
- 08/12/09 03:12 PM
BRAKE WORKS My husband, Stephen, has known Ray Gruetzner, the owner of Brake Works on Nacogdoches Rd. since 1987. Stephen and his late wife relocated here from the Dallas area and bought a house next door to Ray. We have since moved from that house to a smaller house in the same neighborhod but we still turn to Ray for our car care needs. Although the name of the business is Brake Works, they also take care of other car repair and maintenance issues. Ray and his son also own a second Brake Works at 281 and Bitters. We have always been impressed with the quality of … (5 comments)
shirley parks: Rob Cary Pet Resort
- 08/11/09 05:01 PM
Rob Cary Pet Resort Whenever we need to go out of town we leave out pets at the fabulous Rob Cary Pet Resort. Rob Cary is located on 3.9 acres in north central San Antonio on Bulverde Road inside Loop 1604. Owned and operated by the same family who founded the facility in 1976, the modern, 40,000 sq. ft. facility features central air conditioning and heating, and piped-in music for the interior pet suites. Some of the pet suites even have their own tv and couch. The complex includes accommodations for dogs, cats and birds, with grooming areas, professional training facilities and … (6 comments)
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