Day: June 3, 2018

Television adaptation: ‘Dietland’ by Sarai Walker

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The television adaptation of ‘Dietland’ premieres on AMC on Monday June 4, 2018.

Sarai Walker is a magazine writer whose articles have appeared in national publications including Seventeen and Mademoiselle. ‘Dietland,’ her first novel, explores the beauty industry and society’s obsession with weight loss. It has been adapted into a television series by Marti Noxon and is set to premiere on AMC on Monday June 4 with back to back episodes. Joy Nash stars as Plum Kettle and Julianna Margulies as Kitty Montgomery.

‘Dietland’ centers around Plum Kettle, who tries her best not to be noticed because to be noticed is to be judged. She works at a popular teen girls’ magazine answering fan mail and is looking forward to having weight loss surgery because she believes it will improve her life. When a mysterious woman starts following her, she becomes involved with an underground community of women who live life on their own terms. She agrees to a series of challenges that force her to deal with her past, her doubts and the real cost of becoming ‘beautiful.’ In the meantime, a dangerous guerrilla group called ‘Jennifer’ begins to carry out increasingly violent acts of vigilante justice against those who mistreat women and Plum soon finds herself at the center of a sinister plot.

New Release: ‘The President Is Missing’ by Bill Clinton and James Patterson

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‘The President Is Missing’ is the new thriller by Bill Clinton and James Patterson

In book news this week, Bill Clinton and James Patterson have joined forces to write the new thriller ‘The President Is Missing’ which is due out on Monday June 4, 2018. It is a political thriller that confronts a threat so big that it jeopardizes not just Pennsylvania Avenue and Wall Street, but all of America in a story that could happen.

According to Amazon, in ‘The President Is Missing,’ uncertainty and fear grip the nation. There are whispers of cyberterrorism, espionage and a traitor in the Cabinet. Eventually the President himself becomes a suspect until he disappears from public view. The action is set over the course of three days and sheds a light upon the inner workings and vulnerabilities of the United States. Filled with information that only a former Commander-in-Chief could know, this is the most authentic, terrifying novel to come along in many years. It is a timely, historic story that will be read and discussed for years to come.

James Patterson is the best-selling author of thrillers, children’s books, non-fiction books, romance novels as well as many stand-alone novels. He is best known for the Alex Cross, Women’s Murder Club and Middle School series. As a generous supporter of universities, teachers, colleges, independent bookstores, school libraries and college students, he has donated millions of dollars in grants and scholarships to encourage Americans of all ages to read more books.

Bill Clinton was elected President of the United States in 1992 and he served until 2001. After leaving the White House, he established the Clinton Foundation, which helps improve global health, increase opportunity for girls and women, reduce childhood obesity and preventable diseases, create economic opportunity and growth and address the effects of climate change. He has written several nonfiction books, including ‘My Life,’ which was an international bestseller. This is his first novel.

Evenings on the Edge at La Cantera Resort & Spa

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Evenings on the Edge at Topaz are adult pool parties taking place during the summer. Photo: La Cantera Resort & Spa, used with permission.

Evenings on the Edge at Topaz are evening events that benefit local charities and feature live entertainment. This series of popular sunset adult pool parties is back this summer at La Cantera Resort & Spa every Thursday beginning June 7 and running through August 9 from 7p.m. to 11p.m. Guests must be 21 and over and ID is required. Tickets are $30 and available online and if purchased in advance it includes valet parking. Valet parking at the door is $10 and event tickets at the door are $40. A portion of proceeds from ticket sales benefit San Antonio non-profits. Event is free for resort guests: all they must do is simply present their room key at the registration desk to receive a wrist band. (La Cantera Resort & Spa, 2018)

Ticket includes a summer-inspired cocktail, live performances and/or DJ with unrivaled Hill Country views as backdrop. This year, themed evenings add to the aura of intrigue and excitement. Attendees will receive a complimentary cocktail upon entry and a Moet Chandon toast at sundown. In the event of inclement weather, ticket will be honored at a future event based on availability; tickets are non-refundable.

Ten private cabañas also are available for rent and require 24-hour cancellation. A portion of ticket sales and cabaña rentals benefit local charities. A Topaz Sunset Pass is available for $150 per person ($300 value) and includes one ticket to each Evenings on the Edge event and complimentary valet parking. Available through week 6, July 12, of 2018 Evenings on the Edge season. Detailed information on cabaña rentals and Topaz Sunset Passes is available online.

  • Thursday, June 7 – San Antonio Zoo; Music by Finding Friday; Theme: Yacht Club
  • Thursday, June 14 – August Heart
  • Thursday, June 21 – Houston Street Charities
  • Thursday, June 28 – Viola’s Huge Heart
  • Thursday, July 5 – Culinaria SA, Music by Passing Strangers; Theme: White Party
  • Thursday, July 12 – TBA
  • Thursday, July 19 – The Doseum
  • Thursday, July 26 – TBA
  • Thursday, August 2 – Sal Barbaro III for Rey Feo
  • Thursday, August 9 – San Antonio Library Foundation; Theme: One Night in Old Havana

La Cantera Resort & Spa
16641 La Cantera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 558-6500