From Our Mayor
Jay F. Feibelman
As we continue to grow, the city by definition becomes more and more sophisticated and many of the “Mom and Pop” activities are going away to more stringent enforcement of rules to maintain property values and our way of life. One thing remains constant: Volunteerism! When something needs to be done for the good of the city or for residents, there is never a shortage of those stepping to the plate. In January, with the arrival of the 2009 phone books a means of delivery had to be established as the cost to mail was exorbitant. Enter the Garden Ridge Lions. On January 30th approximately 35 Lions hit the streets and delivered about 1350 books.
Thanks Lions!
Welcome to Garden Ridge
New Residents:
Those listed and families:
Kyle & Monica Campbell
Chad Clark
Bennie McGrew
Tony & Toyin Ogunsanya
Note: Newcomers are identified by water service records. Consequently, not all names in the household will appear. Those not appearing are also welcomed! The City of Garden Ridge requires that all dogs and cats be registered. Call 651-6831 for information.
QUICK NOTES
NEW SCAM !?!
Always check to insure that the credit card you provide for any payment is the card you receive back at restaurants or stores.
Cleaning for a reason: Any woman currently undergoing Chemo can access a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for service. http://www.cleaningforareason.org.
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Thanks to the Garden Ridge Lions for donation of children’s Lone Star books to the City Library.
New Business
Elsa Cranford
Edward Jones Financial Advisor
19115 FM 2252 Ste. 5
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
(210)651-1742
At Edward Jones, we understand why you're investing. You have specific financial goals and the desire to provide for yourself and your loved ones. Because we serve individual investors and business owners, our resources are dedicated to help you reach your long-term financial goals.
Knotty Knotters
Have a Knack for Kindness
In 2009 the Knotty Knotters, a special interest group of the Garden Ridge Women’s Club, made 70 items for "Threads of Love", sponsored the "Holiday A'Fair", and donated $3,800 to Randolph Area Christian Assistance Program, $450 to the Garden Ridge Library and $2,400 to the Children's Advocacy Center of Comal County. Also, they made 26 decorated Christmas stockings for the "New Life Center." These efforts were in addition to socializing and learning new skills at their monthly meetings. If you are interested in becoming a “Knot” or just have questions about the Knotty Knotters,
call Joan Howey at 651-6692.
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2010 NATIONAL CENSUS
You will be receiving your national Census documents in the near future. We encourage you to complete them and return them, and remember to report the City of Garden Ridge as your City of Residence. That will assure that we receive an accurate count of our residents.
City Wide Garage Sale
Garden Ridge Women's Club
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Garden Ridge Community Center
Don’t miss the fun & fantastic finds!!
Plan to come and shop for some amazing
treasures. With 70+ venders you are sure to find that special bargain.
Questions:
call June Fordiani 210-651-9111
Library Footnotes
by Lynne W. Dean
LIBRARY ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Saturday, March 13th, the same day as the city-wide Garage Sale. Stop by to find incredible bargains.
Last month we have purchased or had donated 19 new audio books, to our expanding collection including popular authors like James Patterson, Jodi Picoult, Debbie Macomber and others. Also, we purchased 15 new large print books from authors such as Vince Flynn, Debbie Macomber, Jayne Ann Krentz and Heather Graham.
The library just received a very generous donation of 74 brand new books and over 300 CDs, many of which have never been opened! They include a large Jazz collection, Big Band greats, classical, country and even some children’s selections. They are selling for only $1.00. Come in and browse.
For our science fiction enthusiasts we received a donation of 12 paperbacks in nearly new condition. They are the Dragon Lance series by Margret Weis and Tracy Hickman, including “The Legends”, “The Chronicles”, and “The Second Generation”. They are for sale for $0.50 each.
We ask anyone with a dorm or bar-sized refrigerator to consider donating to the library. It would be much appreciated.
Library’s Winter Hours
Starting November 2:
Monday - Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Curves Annual Food Drive
Please bring any non-perishable food items to Curves (18771 FM 2252 - Bracken Village) for the 2010 Annual Food Drive. Last year, the Curves in Garden Ridge collected nearly 800 pounds of food that was donated to Daily Bread Ministries.
We are excited to announce that our goal for 2010 is to collect and donate 1200 pounds of non-perishable food items. We can't do this without your help! In an effort to increase the amount collected, we are waiving the initial service fee (savings of $200) for any women wanting to join, when a donation is made during the month of March. For more information, please call us at (210) 651-9500.
Thank you for your continued support and encouragement over the past 4 years, and we're excited to kick off the 2010 Curves Food Drive! Hope to see you soon.
Thank you,
Katy Rozell
Garden Ridge
City Phone Book
The 2009 Garden Ridge phone books were delivered on January 30th by the Garden Ridge Lions Club. If you live within the city and did not receive a book, you can obtain one at City Hall. For those who live outside the city or those who would like a second copy, they are available at City Hall for a nominal cost.
Thanks to the Garden Ridge Lions for taking on this delivery project!
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Important Numbers
City Hall 210-651-6632
Lost Pet 210-651-6831
Police Department 210-651-6441
2 Mar 1836 - Texas declared Independence from Mexico
3 Mar 1931 - Star Spangled Banner made USA national anthem
6 Mar 1836 - Fall of the Alamo
17 March - Happy St. Patrick's Day
Filing for City Election
for May 8, 2010. The general election for the City of Garden Ridge will be held on May 8, 2010. City Council Places 1, 4, and 5 are up for election for two year terms. Individuals interested in filing for a place on the ballot can do so through March 8, 2010 at City Hall during regular business hours, 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. March 15 is the last date to file for a write-in candidacy.
Comal Elementary
Farewell Celebration April 10th
Comal Elementary will be closing its doors at the end of the school year, and the staff and students will be moving to the new Garden Ridge Elementary School. To say farewell to Comal Elementary and its "Legacy of Learning", we will be hosting a celebration!
When: Saturday, April 10, 2010
Where: Comal Elementary School
Private gathering for former staff members
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Comal Elementary Library
Open to the public
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Comal Elementary Cafeteria & Gym
Staff members have compiled a cookbook of favorite recipes and Comal memories that will be available for purchase at the event.
Come join us and reminisce with your Comal Family!
Sock Hop in April
Garden Ridge Women’s Club
Saturday April 10th at 7pm
Re-live the Fabulous 50's as we 'Rock Around The Clock' at the Garden Ridge Community Center, on Saturday, April 10th, 2010. The festivities will begin at 7:00 p.m. Daddios, come dressed in your rolled-up t-shirts and make sure your steady gal comes in her poodle skirt and saddle shoes for the Best Costume Contest. Music will be provided by Rob Carter and Elvis is sure to make an appearance. Complimentary snacks and soda pop will be served retro-style. Beer and wine will be available for a donation. Tickets are $20 per GRWC member and $25 for non-members. For information call Gloria Porter 651-3842 or Sharon Duemler 651-0654. To purchase tickets, make checks out to GRWC and send to Gloria Porter, 7810 Star Circle, San Antonio, TX 78266.
Quarry Happenings
Quarry Tour March 17th 1pm
A one to two hour tour of the quarry is planned on March 17, 2010 at 1:00 pm. All citizens are invited to attend, but please contact City Hall for a reservation. In addition to the tour, you will be able to see a live blast. We encourage all citizens to make use of the Citizen’s Blast Report, located on the Quarry Maps and Graphs page, if you feel a blast was notable. All blasts this past month appeared to be within normal ranges. Please contact City Hall or a Commission Member if you would like to have a monitor placed at your home. Everyone is encouraged to attend the next Quarry Commission meeting on March 8, 2010 at 7 pm.
Coming Events
Go to the Calendar.
Significant City Council
Go to Council Actions.
Grapevine Deadline
Grapevine Deadline. Submissions for the April 2010 GRAPEVINE need to be turned in no later than March 15th.
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