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It’s that time of year again... how did it get here so fast? One minute we’re waiting for the Bluebonnets to pop up, then we’re moaning about the humidity, then we’re getting excited for Halloween costumes… and then we’re here: the end of the year. 2022 is nearly done. Wow, what a year it’s been. I love December for three main reasons: 1. It’s a time to think back across the last 12 months; to think about what we’ve done and what we wish we hadn’t done, and start to think forward about what to do more of, less of, or do differently, in the sparkling, fresh new year awaiting us on January 1st. 2. The weather encourages us to hibernate at home a little more. We get to snuggle under blankets, Netflix and chill without feeling guilty. I’m so excited for the new movies Matilda the Musical and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (and season 3 of Emily in Paris, obviously) out this month, I think I could actually burst. 3. Instead of thinking about what we want and need, we get to think about the ways we can make our loved ones feel special – choosing gifts, treats and experiences that will show them how much we care. This issue is full of wonderful gift ideas for everyone you think deserves to be spoiled this season. I hope you enjoy your December as much as I fully intend to, whatever or however you celebrate… and happy reading!

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28 Make Santa's visit stylish

Austin's own print princess shares her secrets to successfully celebrating the season

30 Have a Hill Country Christmas

Put some yeehaw in your gift giving this festive season, with local Texas experiences

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Neck Stack: Worn alone or together, diamond choker, lariat, and an old-school herringbone necklace are all essential building blocks for a Korman Girl’s neck. Check out their Instagram @kormanfinejewelry to see all the ways you can create your Korman Girl neck mess!

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Holiday Gift Guide MORE LOCAL PICKS AND LUSCIOUS GIFTS WE LOVE...

Casa Zuma Gathering Board: One of our favorites from Casa Zuma, a new lifestyle brand by Camille Styles that also includes vases, mugs and more. casazuma.com

Blue Suede Shoes + Wine Holiday Gift Boxes: A trio of gift boxes, all with gift cards for shoes, champagne and more ranging from $75-$200. www.bluesuedeaustin.com

Books from Brooke Rodd: From a cookbook to coffee table book, books are a spectacular gift and the tables at Brooke Rodd will have you wanting to buy many of them.

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Catching Up with Gen Padalecki ON HOLIDAYS, FAMILY AND BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH BOOKS AND TOWWN

The run up to the holidays is packed with parties and festive events, gift buying, travel prepping and wrapping up all the loose ends of the year. Add to that running a business and a book club, acting, being a wife (to actor and entrepreneur Jared Padalecki) and mama of three (two boys and a girl), and things are busy for Genevieve Padalecki. We caught up with Gen, and talked about things from family and their new farm to two of her passions, books and Towwn. Short for Take Only What You Need, Towwn is a site she started with longtime friend Kelly Mickle to help people sustainably win the battle against burnout, both for themselves and the planet, with tips from eco-friendly kitchen swaps and sustainable sandals to self-care.

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YOU’VE LIVED IN AUSTIN FOR MORE THAN 12 YEARS, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE NEW TO AUSTIN? Embrace the weird, always say ‘hi’ to your neighbor, don’t judge opinions and views that might differ from yours, rather try to understand where others are coming from. CONTINUED >

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“Embrace the weird, always say ‘hi’ to your neighbor, don’t judge opinions and views that might differ from yours, rather try to understand where others are coming from.” — Gen Padalecki

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT LIVING IN AUSTIN?

Family time.

month and Southern Book Clubs’ Guide to Slaying Vampires was a fan favorite. Next thing I know Grady Hendrix and I are zooming and chatting about his book. It’s been a wild couple of years and I am so inspired and feel so incredibly grateful for all the insightful, thoughtful and thought-provoking, stunning and beautiful writers I have been able to meet, converse and collaborate with because of it.

HOW ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAYS THIS YEAR?

WHAT ARE SOME YOU’D RECOMMEND FOR GIFTING THIS YEAR?

We are doing things differently this year and giving our family an adventure.

Pony, Red, White and Royal Blue, The Overstory, Tribe, Letters to a Young Athlete, Why We Sleep and Into Thin Air.

I love the eclectic collaborative community. I’ve always felt like I could be completely myself here.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS HOLIDAY SEASON?

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY TRADITIONS? I love all the decorating, crafting, and meal making. I find it therapeutic and I love when my kids propose the activity.

DO YOU HAVE A RECIPE YOU LOVE TO MAKE AROUND THE HOLIDAYS? We love cooking during the holidays and all the kiddos love to contribute. It can range from a great lasagna to a medium rare steak (cooked by our 10-year-old), to my husband’s favorite, tomato soup with grilled cheese croutons. The holidays are so fun and gathering with friends and family for a meal is the best part.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU HAD YOUR BOOK CLUB? I started my book club when we went into lockdown. I wanted a way to connect with people and have an outlet. I reached out asking for a “this or that” book pick for the

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HOW DO YOU CONSUME BOOKS? DO YOU PREFER REAL BOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS, KINDLE? I prefer old-fashioned books I can hold in my hand. There’s something so wonderful about the sensory experience, the weight, the pages in between my fingers, turning a page, the smell of the binding. It just adds to the experience and for me is a delectable rush. I also love a good audiobook, especially with all the driving I do, but it all depends on the narrator.

WHAT’S NEW WITH TOWWN? Towwn is growing so quickly and we’re incredibly proud of our community. We just launched our TikTok channel to help spread our anti-perfectionism message about the planet and ourselves to reach new audiences. We’re also building an informative and fun newsletter. CONTINUED >

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WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO SEE IN THE EVOLUTION OF TOWWN IN 2023? Our main focus is reaching people who want to find solutions to burnout for themselves and the planet, regardless of background and politics. We’re looking at hosting more events where we can bring people together for these kinds of conversations, curating products to help people solve these challenges. You can learn more on our Instagram @towwn.

YOU AND JARED RECENTLY BOUGHT A FARM… Yes, we love nature and I’m obsessed with soil health and regenerative farming. I’m hoping we slowly let the land speak to us and thoughtfully nurture biodiversity and tend to the soil as best we can. I’d like to have rotational cover crops as well as grazing animals to contribute to this beautiful symbiotic relationship. It’s also nice having a refuge for our family to get messy and breathe in and get lost in the woods so to speak.

WHAT ACCOMPLISHMENT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF IN 2022? I’m most proud of my family. They are what I am so grateful for.

YOU WENT BACK TO ‘WALKER, TEXAS RANGER’ THIS SEASON IN FLASHBACKS, ANY DESIRE OR PLANS ON THE HORIZON TO RETURN TO MORE ACTING? Definitely, if it works for our family schedule.

YOU AND JARED HAVE BEEN MARRIED 12 YEARS, ANY ADVICE ON HAVING A MARRIAGE WITH LONGEVITY? Marriage is the best and most amazing adventure in the world. And like farming, there are some good seasons and not so great ones. Marriage takes a lot of love

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and nurturing. Throughout our lives we change and evolve into many different people. So, in a partnership, you’re both constantly growing and it’s impossible to always grow together, whether in parallel lines or intertwined at the same time. The best advice that’s been helpful for me is to take time and try and understand where your partner is coming from, and before reacting to anything that maybe feels a bit incendiary or frustrating, give it 24 hours.

WHAT’S SOMETHING ONE OF YOUR KIDS DID LATELY THAT SURPRISED YOU OR MADE YOU LAUGH? Well, I’m currently watching my 8-yearold try and tell me U2 is the best band of all time, I had no idea he knew U2! My oldest sang a song in mandarin at a school talent show and my youngest gave her best ‘Hocus Pocus’ rendition dancing on our kitchen table - all in the last 24 hours! I don’t know why I’m surprised by their theater bug, but clearly it’s shining through.

QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS Favorite book of 2022 Four Treasures of the Sky by Austin’s own Jenny Tinghui Zhang was outstanding - and it was her debut novel Last show you binged House of Dragons & The Bear with Jeremy Allen White Favorite method of self-care Taking a time out for myself and remembering to be kind to myself and set that example. Favorite restaurant to eat out Emmer & Rye, Soto, WuChow Favorite place to order in Torchys Go-to cocktail Extra dirty martini or a good old fashioned beer is really my fav. If you could have one superpower To go back in time

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Gen's Gift Guide ARTICLE BY GENEVIEVE PADALECKI | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNA MCELROY Finding the perfect gift, Gen says, “I love to be ahead of the game as much as possible, so I start looking for things in the Fall. But realistically, I’m also looking frantically at the last minute.” To make things easier for you, she compiled this list of vetted products she loves and thinks those on your list will too.

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Tentree Scarf https://www.tentree.com/ $68

Huckberry American Mountains Whiskey Glasses https://huckberry.com $65

Deuxmoons Waxing Moon Candle https://deuxmoons.com $59

Keep Cup Brew Cork https://us.keepcup.com/ $32

Laura Elizabeth Gloria Earrings https://www.lauraelizabethjewelry.com/ $124

Suavs The Legacy Shoes https://www.suavshoes.com/ $110

Click & Grow Smart Garden https://www.williams-sonoma.com/ $99.95

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Big smiles... even bigger hearts Alex with his parents and brother last Christmas, shortly after his father recovered from a heart attack

Can you manifest your way to a better life in 2023? And better teeth. This guy thinks so!

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Alex Strubbe, Enamel Dentistry’s Chief People and Communications Officer, tells us how his office is making a difference to our city - and why it’s only going to keep getting better...

DESCRIBE YOUR HOLIDAY SEASONS GROWING UP?

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Growing up Jewish in Texas, we celebrated both Holidays in my household, Christmas and Hanukkah. I grew up in Round Rock, Texas for most of my life. Every year, my family would do a hayride around the neighborhood to look at all the Christmas lights with hot chocolate. It was something that even when I went off for college, I would come back to do.

AT THIS TIME OF YEAR, WE LOOK AROUND TO HELP OTHERS IN OUR COMMUNITY. HOW ARE YOU AND ENAMEL DENTISTRY HELPING YOUR FELLOW AUSTINITES? I am a part of Big Brothers, Big Sisters Central Texas and YMBL; raising money, purchasing gifts and

Alex with his rescue pup Gracie Strubbe.

wrapping the gifts for children in foster care. My family and I have done this every year since 2002. Enamel Dentistry donates to many causes throughout the holidays, including gifting a smile to someone who is in need of extensive cosmetic dental care. Giving back is something we love to do!

WHAT DO YOU THINK IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT THE HEALTH COMMUNITY HERE IN AUSTIN? The sense of giving back to the community and uniting for common causes is what I truly love about the health community here. Having worked in many different industries, I can confidently say the health community bands together even if they are competing offices in Austin.

WHAT EXCITING NEW GOALS HAVE YOU SET YOURSELF FOR IN 2023? I am taking up a new hobby! I want to learn something new this upcoming year. I’ve narrowed it down to making pottery, painting or playing an instrument. Check back with me next year to see!

WHAT NEW THINGS CAN WE EXPECT FROM ENAMEL DENTISTRY IN 2023? We are expanding into the Dallas market and opening two more locations in Austin! We are super excited for our growth.

LOOKING BACK ON THE YEAR JUST ENDING, WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST LESSONS YOU AND THE TEAM AT ENAMEL HAVE LEARNT ABOUT LIFE, LOVE, HEALTH - AND TEETH! For me personally, I’ve learned you need to love yourself and to be your biggest cheerleader in life, in and outside of the office. Make time for the ones you love, because time is the one gift you cannot get back after it’s gone. Manifesting your dreams is real. I became a C-Suite at 28 years old, which has always been a lifelong dream of mine. Never give up. In these weird times, kindness is the gift that keeps on giving. Compassion is one of the core values we have at Enamel Dentistry. I embody this not only when I am working, but also in my day-to-day interactions in my personal life. For more information, go to enameldentistry.com

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How to be elegantly festive with Katie Kime

KATIE – CAN YOU BELIEVE NEXT YEAR IT WILL BE THE 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF KATIE KIME? WHAT CHANGES HAVE YOU NOTICED IN YOURSELF OVER THE DECADE? I've gotten a lot better at being okay with something taking way longer to happen or not happening when I want it to in order for it to happen the way it should. I no longer feel like a diva to say, no that's not good enough (for us as a brand), let's try again even if something is delayed. Style-wise I still am a more is more girl but certainly even that continues to evolve too.

IS THERE SUCH A THING AS AN AUSTIN VIBE OR TEXAS STYLE IN INTERIORS? Austin continues to be such a melting pot of styles and ideas. What I love about visiting homes in this city is I never know what I'm going to find. From the MOST modern things I've ever seen to really traditional stone and wood, every friend of mine here has a very different house from the other, and from me.

HOW DO YOU MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL EXTRA SPECIAL DURING THE FESTIVE SEASON? Candles are really big for me. At Christmas there are dozens and dozens. All of my most vivid memories in life are most conjured by smell so I try to do that in our house. In general I love going over the top during the holidays and having kids allows me to go with whatever without being too hard on myself for it being perfectly designed.

ANY STYLE TIPS FOR HOSTING FAMILY AND FRIENDS FOR GATHERINGS AT THIS TIME OF YEAR? A stocked bar? Just kidding...kind of. I do think that's key for hosting, mostly in a way that allows people to access their own drinks, snacks, etc. without needing to ask the hostess. And flowers, as obvious or simple as that sounds, really do go such a long way. Little arrangements (even from Trader Joes, doesn't have to be fancy), in bathrooms, bedrooms and unexpected places make guests feel welcome and cared for.

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WHAT DO YOU LOOK FORWARD TO MOST ABOUT DECEMBER, THE HIBERNATING, SNUGGLING, CELEBRATING…. Ah, it really is the most wonderful time of the year. Our family does relish in all of it. We go all out on the decor, and in the evenings there are home-cooked meals, hot chocolate and the same Christmas movies on repeat. That time when we're all home together is what I look forward to most.

ANY TIPS ON GIFT GIVING FOR THE AUSTINITES IN YOUR LIFE? Obviously, I recommend our Austin toile but beyond that I think homemade gifts are underrated. One of my friends makes the best salsa in the world and all I want for Christmas from her is a few jars of it. Things like that can sometimes be the best and most unexpected gifts.

DO YOU MAKE NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS? WHAT STYLE GOALS AND RESOLUTIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE YEAR AHEAD? I definitely do goal planning each January, not necessarily resolutions. But it's a big thing in our family and my husband and I take it seriously, going back and looking at what we wrote down the year before and then processing that before planning for the new year. It's such a refreshing time for me.

Katie’s new festive pajama designs... making hibernation stylish!

LASTLY, I HAVE TO ASK AUSTIN’S DESIGN GURU OF COURSE: WHAT TRENDS SHOULD OUR READERS LOOK OUT FOR IN 2023? I'm happy to say I feel like there's definitely some maximalist trends on the rise. Colorful, rainbow stripes, maxi dresses, statement bows and blouses. I'm here for all of it.

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Hill Country Christmas PUT SOME YEEHAW IN YOUR GIFT GIVING THIS FESTIVE SEASON, WITH LOCAL EXPERIENCES AND MUST-HAVES THAT YELL TEXAS!

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Sometimes your presence is worth more than any present. We share some experiences to get you and the ones you love out into beautiful Texas this holiday season... and thoughtful gifts to bring the yeehaw home with you!

VINES, WINES AND GOOD CHEER! The moment you pull off Highway 290 onto the William Chris grounds at the Hye Estate, between Johnson City and Fredericksburg, the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country takes you back in time. From the simple charm of the original farmhouse – filled with ghost stories and legendary quirks, ask the shop clerks! - to the modern tasting room surrounded by an active vineyard, all elements of the property are beautifully suited to their terroir and makes visitors feel instantly like they are somewhere special and celebratory... because they are! For the Texas wine lover in your life, a holiday gift that will never be forgotten is a ticket to The Vineyard Table Experience - a charming lunch featuring expertly selected

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seasonal food and wine pairings. During a guided tasting, guests are taken through four wines paired with house-made culinary creations (two cold, two hot – all delicious) that allow them to compare the wine before and after bites for a memorable and educational experience. As the wine f lows, the photo opportunities are endless… and you can walk it all off with a wander around the grounds, a sweet home to countless wildf lowers and butterf lies. $75 per person, williamchriswines.com/vineyard-table-experience If you can’t get out amongst the grapes and experts, you have the option to try their wine at home – or share it with someone special. You can enjoy the taste of Texas with William Chris’ two flagship reds harvested at the Vineyards in the Lone-Star State, with bottles of a 2020 Hunter and 2020 Enchante – two perfect wines to introduce Texas to your tastebuds! Each Red Gift Set comes with a unique recipe to pair them with, developed by William Chris Vineyards in-house culinary team $120, williamchriswines.com

ARTICLE BY SARAH IVENS Stunning views at William Chris

Hill Country in your glass

Come for the beer, leave with the merch!

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The tiniest town of Luckenbach is holding its 5th annual Bazaar Christmas on December 3rd, 11am-5pm, when visitors can meet Santa, listen to live music in the famous dancehall, make arts and crafts, and shop in their legendary Post Office. If you can’t make it to the legendary Texas outpost that day, you can always shop online at their country store. If someone in your world loves Willie, they’re in luck. Tree ornaments of Shotgun Willie are $20. shop.luckenbachtexas.com

After an afternoon tasting Texas at this Dripping Springs brewery and dining destination - don’t miss the magically comforting combo of smoke-house nachos, fried pickles and Fitzhugh fries - you can take the joy away with you with their sweet merch. Their ‘You had me at Fitzhugh’ tee, $20, is the softest thing you’ll ever feel. They also have cool dog toys for the furry loves on your gift list for $12. fitzhughbrewing.com

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The City Lifestyle

Giving Campaign Now in its third year, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign will give away $300,000 this holiday season to help individual community members who would benefit from a helping hand during their time of need. But they need YOUR HELP to make it happen! Maybe you know of a single parent struggling to provide, an elderly person who has experienced loss, a child enduring a health issue, a co-worker suffering a sudden, unexpected tragedy or a neighbor with a financial hardship who has fallen between the cracks of getting assistance. Chances are you know someone with a specific need—even if nobody else does. To preserve and protect the dignity of every recipient, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized in ANY way. (Even those who nominate others may remain anonymous if they choose.) Last year, City Lifestyle was able to give to more than 70 recipients all over the country by sending checks in the mail through New Year’s Eve. (This year, the goal is to double that number with checks ranging in amount up to $3,000 each.) With nominations flooding in from community members and leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you, we were able to reach people who might otherwise go unnoticed. “We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.” Together with Matthew Perry, Chief Sales Officer, Steven adds that the outpouring and gratitude from the recipients was overwhelming and affirmed that this is a tradition they want to continue. “We believe God has blessed our company with continued success,” Matthew adds, “so we in turn want to be a blessing to others.” City Lifestyle has also enacted an internal giving program whereby every employee in the company receives $100 to give away to someone in the community. “The idea is to encourage our employees to keep doing it on their own,” Steven says. “Taking care of one another and blessing others is so rewarding that it perpetuates a cycle of giving. It’s extremely important to me as a person and as a company to foster that culture of generosity.”

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“This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.”

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Opening February 2024! Our state-of-the-art facility, Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus, will be led by the finest pediatric and women’s faculty in the nation. We’ve grown to more than 20 locations offering pediatric, urgent care and specialty care services to the Austin community and we won’t stop there. At Texas Children’s, the difference is life changing. Come see why at texaschildrensaustin.org.

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Meet our Leadership

Mark A. Wallace President and Chief Executive Officer Texas Children’s Hospital Tenure: 33 years

Michael A. Belfort, MD, PhD

Lara Shekerdemian, MD

Larry H. Hollier Jr., MD

Thierry A.G.M. Huisman, MD

OB/GYN In-Chief at Texas Children’s Hospital & Chair of OB/GYN at Baylor College of Medicine Tenure: 12 years

Pediatrician In-Chief at Texas Children’s Hospital & Chair of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine Tenure: 12 years

Surgeon In-Chief & Chair of Surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital Tenure: 24 years

Radiologist In-Chief & Chair of Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital Tenure: 4 years

Dean B. Andropoulos, MD

Jeffrey S. Shilt, MD

James Versalovic, MD, PhD

Huda Y. Zoghbi, MD

Anesthesiologist In-Chief & Chair of Anesthesiology at Texas Children’s Hospital Tenure: 25 years

Community In-Chief at Texas Children’s Hospital & Medical Director of the Motion Analysis Lab Tenure: 6 years

Pathologist In-Chief & Chair of Pathology at Texas Children’s Hospital Tenure: 21 years

Research In-Chief at Texas Children’s Hospital & Distinguished Service Professor at Baylor College of Medicine Tenure: 34 years

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Bryan Vartabedian, MD

Chief Surgical Officer at Texas Children’s Hospital Austin Tenure: 11 years

Chief Medical Officer at Texas Children’s Hospital Austin Tenure: 31 years

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