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The Olmos Reader

Olmos R EADE R October 2010 vol. 2, issue 10

News for the Residents of Olmos Park

Creating Strong Vibrant Communities 

Fall for Fall Gardening By Donna Fossum of SAWS The time of year that every gardener has been looking forward to since the beginning of summer has officially arrived: Fall. The cooler temperatures and shorter days make this the perfect time of year for gardening. And, the nurseries are luring us back to gather plants to renovate our landscapes. There are so many reasons to get out and garden. Take your pick! • It’s the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs because the root systems have ample time to recover from transplanting and grow new roots. • Cooler temperatures reduce overall plant stress and increased rainfall this time of year reduces watering needs for new plantings. • Plants that barely survived the summer heat will celebrate the season with a new rush of fall color. • Pesky pests — especially mosquitoes — retreat due to cooler temperatures.

So get out and enjoy the wonderful fall weather. Your landscape will love you for it! Donna Fossum is a conservation planner for San Antonio Water System.

It’s a fact of our global economy that consumers are drawn to the internet because of convenience.  Why it is important to “Think Local Business First?”

1. Local businesses are often collectively our largest local employer. The largest growth of jobs is from small business owners. 2. When one dollar is spent at a local business, economists indicate it is circulated four to seven additional times in the local economy. 3. Every dollar spent locally generates up to 75% more tax revenue to our community and State. 4. Local businesses are often the largest financial supporters of neighborhood school programs, local charities and youth sports activities. 5. Strong local businesses help maintain property values and contribute to the character of our community by offering a diverse selection of goods and services. 6. Local businesses are most often the first job for our children and also the first introduction into the “real world” of economics. 7. Small businesses often innovate quicker and thus grow faster and can have a greater impact on our community.

Support the businesses in your community and “Think Local Business First.”

HAVE A HAPPY & SAFE

HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREATERS!

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October Texas Events

6-Jan. 16—SAN ANTONIO: Cassatt’s Masterpiece: The 1890-91 Suite See all ten of Cassatt’s color drypoint/aquatints created in the winter of 1890-91 for her solo exhibition at the gallery of Paul Durand-Ruel. McNay Art Museum. www.mcnayart.org 6-Jan. 16—SAN ANTONIO: Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism See some of the finest mid-1800s to early 1900s French and American landscapes in the Brooklyn Museum’s collection. McNay Art Museum. www.mcnayart.org 15-17—SAN ANTONIO: International Accordion Festival Enjoy music, dancing, food and fun featuring this versatile instrument. La Villita. www.internationalaccordionfestival.org 210/865-8578 21-Dec. 4—KERRVILLE: Texas Furniture Makers’ Show Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St. www.kacckerrville. com 830/895-2911 22-23—NEW BRAUNFELS: Book Sale More than 50,000 books, tapes, magazines, CDs, DVDs and more for sale — most for $2 or less. Civic/Convention Center. 830/221-4322

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22-23—SAN ANTONIO: Artesanos del Pueblo: A Celebration of Folk Art Show and sale features American, Texan, Mexican, Honduran and Guatemalan folk art. Mission San Jose, 3200 Roosevelt. www.loscompadres.org/events 210/922-3218 22-24—SEGUIN: Pecan Fest Heritage Days Includes the Seguin Art Center and Film & Arts Festival, Trade Days, South Texas Pottery Show, Hats Off to Juan Seguin, gardeners’ market, Lions Club Car Show, historic sites and tours, golf tournament and more. Downtown Central Park. www.visitseguin.com 800/580-7322 23—KERRVILLE: Kerr Market Day www.kerrmarketdays.org 830/792-4655 23—SAN ANTONIO: Founders Day Celebrate the founding of San Antonio and the city’s various cultures with a musical tribute, historical and cultural exhibits, music and dance performances, historical re-enactments and activities for kids. The Alamo. www. sanantoniofoundersday.org (Continued on Page 7)

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The Olmos Reader The town Ben Affleck and Jeremy Renner star in "The Town." Starring: Ben Affleck, Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall Directed by: Ben Affleck (“Gone Baby Gone”) Written by: Ben Affleck (“Gone Baby Gone”), Aaron Stockard (“Gone Baby Gone”), Peter Craig (debut) As impressive as actor Ben Affleck’s directorial debut was in 2007’s “Gone Baby Gone,” there is still a lot to be desired in his follow-up film “The Town,” a taut but mostly formulaic crime drama set in Boston with hints of deep-seated tension that never really boil over long enough to take seriously. Along with his duties behind the camera as director and co-writer, Affleck stars in the lead role as Doug MacRay, the leader of a four-man banking-robbing crew who don’t seem to spend as much time planning out their capers as much as they do dodging across their Charlestown neighborhood with cops in pursuit. In the opening scene of the film, Doug and his band of masked men, which includes his good friend James Coughlin (Jeremy Renner), clean out a bank vault and scare the hell out of pretty bank assistant manager Claire Keesey (Rebecca Hall) by taking her along for a post-robbery ride only to drop her off unharmed when the coast is clear. A romantic relationship between Doug and Claire follows soon after when Doug begins to trail her to make sure she isn’t giving the cops information that can somehow link the crime back to him and his boys. A flirty run-in at the Laundromat and a lunch date later and Claire is smitten. It makes less sense as their courtship continues and Doug and Claire have to make decisions when the truth is finally revealed.



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John Hamm (TV’s “Mad Men”) stays two steps ahead of everyone as FBI Special Agent Adam Frawley who quickly fingers the thieves with some smart detective work, but can’t close the case without concrete evidence. Other characters like actor Chris Cooper as Doug’s imprisoned father and actress Blake Lively as James’ wired sister and Doug’s former fling fall victim to Affleck and co-writers Aaron Stockard and Peter Craig’s storytelling woes. There is more to these characters than our trio of screenwriters would like to have us believe. Renner shows the most range with a bit more edge and controlled rage than the rest of the cast. Affleck, too, keeps a tight grip on his role and doesn’t allow it to become too similar to heist movies of the past. Overall, Affleck’s sophomore picture “The Town” isn’t without its flaws, but the performances and strong direction play a good equalizer for the narrative issues and unexceptional Boston setting.

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Texas Events - (Continued from Page 5) 23—SEGUIN: Rib-eye Cook-Off Area cooks fire up the grill to compete. Texas Agriculture Education & Heritage Center. www. visitseguin.com 800/580-7322 23—SEGUIN: Wilson Pottery Show Heritage Village, Los Nogales Museum. www.visitseguin.com 830/379-6382 23-24—SAN ANTONIO: Decorated Egg Art Show & Sale Features Faberge-style eggs, demonstrations and seminars, contests, judged egg art entries and more. La Quinta Inn and Conference Center. www.saeggartshow.com 210/494-5325 24—SAN ANTONIO: Bootanica! Fall Festival Celebrate the traditions of Halloween and the excitement of fall gardening. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston. www.sabot.org 210/207-3250 24—SAN ANTONIO: Charity Car Show San Antonio Mustang Club’s annual show features hundreds of cars and trucks. Bass Pro Shops at The Rim. www.samustang.com 210/265-9653

29-Nov. 7—NEW BRAUNFELS: Wurstfest This 10-day salute to sausage is a unique celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun. Enjoy music from more than 40 groups, food and more. Wurstfest Grounds, at the entrance to Landa Park. www. wurstfest.com 800/221-4369 830/625-9167 30—BOERNE: Harvest Moon Celebration Includes live Celtic music, food, bird of prey demonstrations, a strolling magician, pie-eating contest, campfire stories, astrology readings and henna tattoos. 830/249-7277 30—SAN ANTONIO: Coffins on Parade Crowds line the banks of the river for music, costumes and coffins floating by on barges. River Walk. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com 210/227-4262 Texas Events has been published with the permission of the Texas Department of Transportation. All events are taken in part from the Texas Events Calendar. All dates for events were correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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