2017 December Preston Hollow

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New to the neighborhood: Roam Fine Goods, Bricks & Minifigs

Preston Royal Village has yet another new tenant. Roam Fine Goods, a boutique that offers home décor, jewelry and apparel, opened next door to Society Bakery. Lego enthusiasts can now peruse the independent toy store Bricks & Minifigs at the Preston Valley Shopping Center. Operated by Jason and Andrea Klima, the 3,500-square-foot boutique sells rare Lego pieces and sets.

Preston Hollow is known for mansions … and now this swanky tree house

Lavish mansions are part of our neighborhood’s norms, but this swanky tree house is so impressive that it’s featured on Animal Planet’s “Treehouse Masters.”

The Preston Hollow couple, named Larissa and KC, hired the Washington-based company Nelson Treehouse and Supply to construct their getaway. The one-bedroom tree house is nestled between three Oak trees and was built 9 feet above the ground.

Finally, a North Dallas dessert shop that doesn’t ruin cookie dough by baking it

Cookie dough was once something most only scraped from the bottom of a bowl or indulged in with ice cream. Earlier this year, cookie dough shops became trendy, with several opening in New York and Illinois. Soon, northern Dallasites will have easy access to the sweet treat. The Dough Dough is slated to open at the northwest corner of Preston and Forest in February 2018.

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Whatever bridge you’re crossing,

UP FRONT

THE RINGLEADER

From the carnival to Bravo, LeeAnne Locken always takes the bull by the horns

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Interview by ELISSA CHUDWIN / Photo and video by DANNY FULGENCIO

LeeAnne Locken has spent her whole life preparing to step into the limelight. From growing up in an actual carnival to working the Miss USA pageant circuit, she now revels in the chaos that reality TV creates. She moved to Preston Hollow 20 years ago and made her reality show debut on “Big Rich Texas” before assuming her role as an outspoken instigator on the “Real Housewives of Dallas.” The glass-tossing philanthropist doesn’t stray from drama, but she insists that isn’t why she stampeded into the spotlight. Locken is all about helping others, she says, and being a household name draws attention to the causes she values most. “I don’t need to be a part of the show,” she says. “I’m not trying to show you my $30,000 watch. I’m not dropping price tags left and right on camera. I’m just living my authentic life.”

What do you love about the neighborhood, and what do you hate?

What I love about Preston Hollow is that the lots are larger. We almost have a half-acre here. It’s fabulous, because we have one side yard with the swimming pool and the cabana. Then we have a whole other yard just for the dogs. What I don’t like is all the construction at Preston and Royal. It’s been a tiny bit of a mess over there. I’ve been trying to avoid that area if at all possible, except for the fact my grocery store, my dry cleaners, my hair bar, Starbucks — everything I go to — is right there. Keep tearing up those streets, people.

How has Preston Hollow changed since you moved here?

Originally, what was in the surrounding area was perfect for the age of the community, but there’s really no more property. People are now looking for larger lots with bigger homes, and you can find that at a great value in Preston Hollow. As younger people move in, the area has been forced to try to keep up.

Has being on “Real Housewives” impacted your privacy?

Yes, more people know me when I go out, but that’s part of the fun of being on the show. People are watching you. They want to be a part of your life. I don’t mind that. The way I grew up and the way I’ve lived my whole life has always been in the public. Plus, let’s face it. You really don’t want to come to my house if you were not invited, because there’s a lot of guns.

What did you learn from “Housewives” this season?

I have a long way to go on who to trust and who not to trust, for sure. I was really shocked and blown away by it, honestly.

What TV moments make you proud, and what makes you cringe?

I have so many beautiful moments this season. I’m so proud of being engaged on camera. I love that I will forever get to watch that moment. If he forgets to take the trash out, and

I get pissed, I know I can just watch the scene. I was really proud of the stuff I did in anger management.

The moment I’m not proud of? Being naked while Brandi Redmond was mic’d and being on a tremendous amount of medication before surgery.

In the final episode, you and your estranged mom go to therapy together. What was that like?

I was really proud of the scene with my mom and finding that moment after so many years of angst and hurt and pain. I wish that could’ve happened 40 years ago.

My life is my life, and I’m not ashamed of it. I had to let go of shame in my life. I tried to kill myself, more than once, because of how ashamed I was about my past. For me, doing that on camera was no different than doing that in general. I also feel like I’m not the only person who has a difficult time with their mother.

Since the season wrapped up, what have you been up to?

I’ve been very, very, very busy. There’s not a week that goes by that I don’t do some form of a charity event.

What causes are most important to you right now?

I’m trying to limit myself, as my schedule gets tighter, to the things I really love the most. First would be animals, then my LGBT community, domestic abuse — being a survivor, and child abuse — being a survivor.

What’s the best and worst job at the carnival?

To me, there really wasn’t a worst job. The best thing was all of the strength and speed at which I had to learn about humanity and the art of manipulation. I started working when I was 3. By the time I was 11, I had adults working for me. I made bank. It taught me to be an independent, aggressive, no-bullshit kid, which turned into a strong woman. I dealt with millions of different types of people. Where else do you get that kind of training?

Interview edited for clarity and brevity.

“I have a long way to go on who to trust and who not to trust, for sure.”

PRESTON HOLLOW’S PASTRY ACE

KRISTEN MASSAD SPECIALIZES IN ALL THINGS SWEET

By ELISSA CHUDWIN / Photos by KATHY TRAN

PRESTON HOLLOW’S KRISTEN MASSAD might deserve credit for bringing the macaron craze to Dallas when she opened Tart Bakery on Lovers Lane in 2004.

The quaint shop, with vibrant green walls and an array of French-inspired desserts, quickly earned neighbors’ admiration before gourmet cupcakes and macarons were a common delight.

“No one knew what French macarons were,” Massad says. “They’d ask, ‘Is that a hamburger? Are those colorful hamburgers?’ ”

Thanks to Massad’s focus on quality ingredients and classic flavors, Tart quickly grew into a neighborhood hotspot. The long hours were exhausting, especially while raising young children, so Massad sold the bakery in 2013. But her sweet life wouldn’t end there.

The mother of three now devotes her time to developing recipes for restaurants, styling food products and blogging, all while launching Joy + Oliver. The small batch confection company sells homemade caramels, flavors such as sea salt, chocolate swirl, mocha swirl,

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marshmallow swirl and peppermint, on Etsy.

“I knew I could do what I’m doing now and open something later,” she says.

Massad perfected her craft at the French Culinary Institute in New York City before returning to Dallas’ rising restaurant scene. A stint at The Mansion Restaurant’s pastry department solidified her interest in the sweet side of the business.

“It’s definitely a science,” she says. “It’s more exact.”

That dedication to precision may be genetic, because even her 5- and 7-year-old daughters have a knack for baking. The oldest sibling already mastered banana bread and cinnamon sugar doughnuts, and breakfast items happen to be Massad’s favorites.

“I love desserts,” she laughs. “When am I going to get sick of it? I want to know.”

HOLIDAY PARTIES are in full swing, and finding the perfect cocktail is part of many people’s seemingly endless to-do list. In case you’re scrambling for drink ideas, we have the recipe for Nazca Kitchen’s seasonal spritzer.

Nazca Spritzer

3 ounces ruby port

1 teaspoon agave

Sprig of mint, torn

Muddled orange, strawberries and cherries

2 ounces Topo Chico

Combine ruby port, agave and mint with muddled fruit.

Stir.

Top with Topo Chico.

Top to bottom: Pecan pie French toast, Joy + Oliver sea salt caramels Visit prestonhollow. advocatemag.com to make this pecan pie French toast. For more of Massad’s recipes, visit Inkfoods.com

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“No one knew what French macarons were, They’d ask, ‘Is that a hamburger? Are those colorful hamburgers?’ ”

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BETTER KNOW A NEIGHBOR

NORAH MEIER: Pet rescuer

NORAH MEIER thinks the number of abandoned pets in our city is unacceptable, so she’s the first to scoop up any stray pups she spots on the side of the road. The Preston Hollow neighbor fosters animals in need, volunteers with Education and Animal Rescue Society and runs the Facebook group Dallas Strays and Rescues.

When did you start rescuing dogs?

When I graduated from SMU in 2006, I started my first job in sales for a trucking company on the south side of Dallas. Every day, on the way to work, I would see stray dogs everywhere — dead on the side of the road, litters of puppies run over, dogs walking around with broken legs.

One day, there were two dogs on the side of the road, and nobody was stopping. I stopped the car, grabbed the two dogs and put them in the car.

Then it started the whole process of “how do I not know what’s happening in our city?” I thought if I don’t know, other people don’t know.

How bad is the stray animal problem in Dallas?

In Dallas-Fort Worth alone, we euthanize 551 animals a day. The average age is 18 months old. There’s an estimated 8,700 strays living on the streets in Dallas County, and that’s in a very concentrated area, too.

Where all do you volunteer?

I started the Facebook group Dallas Strays and Rescues. That was a message board system to help people find a pet or adopt a pet. Up until two years ago, I was doing it all independently. Along the way, I met a ton of people. I met Kimberly, the president of the Education and Animal Rescue Society. Now I’m the volunteer coordinator and social media coordinator.

When the tornado hit in Rowlett, I started a search-and-rescue group. We went out there for three days, dug animals out from rubble and reunited them with their families.

What’s the hardest part of fostering? The hardest part for me is giving them the grace period to acclimate and calm down. A lot of these dogs — you don’t know what they’ve been through.

Have you had any fosters that have been hard to give up?

Cannoli was one that I loved more than anything. He’s a Baylor therapy dog. We raised so much money. He got so much attention on social media. He’s a big ole 100-pound pit bull, but a lap dog. He’s the most special one that I didn’t want to let go.

How do you pick the pups’ names?

I love naming dogs after food. I’ve got a whole list of names. I’m just waiting to get some little dogs for Sushi and Wasabi.

Interview by ELISSA CHUDWIN / Portrait by DANNY FULGENCIO

Interview edited for clarity and brevity.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Episcopal School of Dallas owns Wolf Run Ranch, a 300acre property near Anna, Texas, for students to explore.

Episcopal School of Dallas

Enrollment: 1,145

Year Established: 1974

Tuition: $16,300$28,620

THE FIRST DAY of class in Episcopal School of Dallas’ history wasn’t spent indoors.

“We didn’t start by ringing a bell and coming into a classroom in 1974,” says Eddie Eason, director of outdoor education. Instead, faculty took students to Galveston to explore nature.

Outdoor education is a vital component of ESD’s curriculum. It’s a tradition for eighth-graders to start the school year in Colorado, where they rock climb and hike. Students frequent Wolf Run, a 300-acre ranch near Anna, Texas, for camping trips and archaeological expeditions.

“To me, the ranch is just another campus,” Eason says. “It doesn’t define our outdoor program.”

He guides students while they learn to adapt to adverse weather, pitch a tent and simply socialize without their cellphones, which he collects as soon as they arrive.

“Especially in this day and age, when this helicopter parenting thing is out of control, it helps a lot of them to realize how self-reliant they can really be,” he says. Eason makes sure ESD’s four tenets — daily worship, community, ethical decision-making and service — are incorporated into the program. He’s adamant that students are respectful to each other and nature, and starts every day with a prayer.

“I get to take kids out of the hustle and bustle out of their everyday lives, and take them outdoors, whether it’s the ranch or a forest or a state park,” he says. “I just get to pass off my love of the outdoors to them.”

– ELISSA CHUDWIN

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS

By 2050, there may be more plastic in the ocean than marine animals.

TOMMY LEE JONES

ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS CLASS OF 1965

What He’s Up to Now:

Tommy Lee Jones isn’t Hollywood’s friendliest face. But what the four-time Academy Award winner lacks in warmth, he compensates for in ambition. He’s starring in the action film “Just Getting Started,” slated for release Dec. 8. Now he’s filming the science fiction flick “Ad Astra” with Brad Pitt and was cast in “Stoner,” based on the 1965 novel.

Three Things to Know

1

Born in West Texas, Jones’ parents relocated to Benghazi to work in oil fields when he was a teenager. Jones didn’t want to leave the country, so he moved to Dallas to attend St. Mark’s, where he juggled football, soccer and theater productions.

2

He’s an Ivy Leaguer. The English major continued his football career and fine-tuned his acting skills at Harvard. Oh, and he was Al Gore’s roommate for four years. No big deal.

3

In an interview with Meryl Streep, Jones said his first performance was “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” in second grade. He was Sneezy and claims he can still sneeze on command.

One of the Museum of Biblical Arts’ many menorahs by George Tobolowsky.

WAYS TO SPEND THE

HOLIDAYS

BY ELISSA CHUDWIN

PHOTO BY DANNY FULGENCIO

STORIES OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD

GEORGE W. BUSH

PRESIDENTIAL CENTER

2943 SMU BLVD.

A very presidential Christmas

The Bush family recreates the White House’s 2005 Christmas, themed “All Things Bright and Beautiful,” here in our neighborhood. Visit the center for holiday murals, behind-thescenes photos and an 18-foot Christmas tree.

When: thru Jan. 18

More Info: bushcenter.org

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

7900 NORTHAVEN ROAD

Hanukkah Hoopla

Kids can make their own menorahs while their parents peruse vendor booths or take part in cooking classes.

When: Dec. 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

More info: jccdallas.org

NORTHAVEN TRAIL

NEAR 10937 EDGEMERE ROAD

Light the trail

Even Santa Claus will make an appearance at Northaven Trail during this annual holiday party. Come hungry, because Urban Crust Pizza and Top Pot Doughnuts will be served.

When: Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m.

More Info: northaventrail.org

NORTHPARK PRESBYTERIAN

9555 N. CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY

Healing service

Grief can be overwhelming during the holidays. This Advent worship service was designed to provide comfort during Christmas.

When: Dec. 17 at 8:30 a.m.

More info: northparkpres.org

Choir Advent offering

The sanctuary choir performs “Sing We Now of Christmas,” featuring songs, readings and prayer.

When: Dec. 17 at 11 a.m.

More info: northparkpres.org

Scrooge’s disdain for the holidays hasn’t lessened one bit in four decades.

NORTHPARK CENTER

8687 N. CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY

Scrooge puppetry

Scrooge’s disdain for the holidays hasn’t lessened one bit in four decades. Puppeteer Will Schutze brings Charles Dickens’ beloved character to life to insult adults and children alike.

When: thru Dec. 24, almost hourly

More info: northparkcenter.com

Trains at NorthPark

The miniature train display highlights the country’s iconic landmarks from Times Square to the Golden Gate Bridge. The extravagant exhibition raises funds for the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.

When: thru Jan. 7

More Info: thetrainsatnorthpark.com

Hanukkah concert

Temple Emanu-El’s choirs will serenade shoppers with contemporary and classic Hanukkah melodies.

When: Dec. 14 at 6 p.m.

More info: northparkcenter.com

TEMPLE EMANU-EL

8500 HILLCREST AVE.

Holiday bazaar

Hanukkah-themed merchandise, jewelry and gifts are available for purchase.

When: Dec. 3 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

More info: tedallas.org

Congregational dinner

Bring your menorah and candles to light during services, slated at 6:15 p.m. Afterward, dinner will be served.

When: Dec. 15 at 6:15 p.m

More info: participate.tedallas.org/taam8500

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF PRESTON HOLLOW

6315 WALNUT HILL LANE

‘The Wonder of Christmas’

An addition to a live nativity, this event includes performances by Resounding Harmony and The Disney Singers.

When: Dec. 8-9 from 6-9 p.m.

More info: umcprestonhollow.com

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AFTER THE SCANDAL

Finding redemption after being a part of SMU’s ‘death penalty’ football team

by WILL MADDOX

BY DANNY FULGENCIO

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He was a member of Southern Methodist University’s team in the mid-1980s that went from being nationally ranked to receiving the “death penalty,” when the NCAA canceled its 1987 season. In many ways, the team never recovered, but the moment that took what Blewett loved most put him on a path of personal redemption that would change his future.

Blewett wrote a book about his experience on that fated team called “Pony Trap.” In it, he describes SMU football as a name that once inspired fear in its rivals. With nationally ranked teams, top-ranked recruits and a bevy of players heading to the NFL, they were a force.

According to Blewett, and an ESPN “30 for 30” documentary, it was difficult for any Division I football program to land elite recruits without illegally paying the players on the side at the time. Most of the payments were small contributions for food or transportation, but there were more sizable gifts being passed under tables as well.

The NCAA tried to crack down on these illegal payments, but it needed to tread lightly, as the organization received its power from the very universities it was tasked to police. If the NCAA wanted to make an example of a school that was cheating, SMU was the perfect candidate. It was a smaller school, lacking the power of more established entities, but also was surprisingly successful on the field, rivaling established football schools such as the University of Texas in Austin.

When the NCAA communicated with a couple disgruntled former SMU football players who had been paid, (but not enough to keep quiet), the NCAA found its smoking gun.

“It was the perfect storm,” Blewett says.

The result was swift and hefty. NCAA canceled SMU’s season in 1987, the only time that has ever happened to a university, despite other cheating scandals. The NCAA banned SMU from having home games in 1988, and the school voluntarily suspended itself for that season as well. No one could have predicted the hurt. The program never reached the same level of success again, though they have six wins this year and are eligible for a post-season bowl game.

“It’s zombie penalty,” Blewett says. “Here we are, 25 years later, and it’s still out there.”

Blewett says he was not one of the paid players, and was given the option to transfer to another school to continue his college football career, but decided to stay at SMU to finish his degree and double major in philosophy and finance. Though the weeks after the penalty left him despondent and aimless.

Decades later, Blewett was raising his children (he now has seven) with his wife when he became aware of the “30 for 30” documentary

made in 2010 by ESPN about the SMU cheating scandal. Blewett wasn’t part of the documentary (he never called the director back, wary of the media after his college years), and was not engaged with the university or team at the time. But his daughter saw the film and had questions.

“I heard something bad happened there. Did you do anything wrong?” she asked.

The question planted a pit in his stomach that began to grow, inspiring him to seek redemption in a familiar place. He decided he would get back in shape, and attempt to use his remaining football eligibility to play for his alma mater. He only played two years in the 1980s, and if he got approval from the NCAA and SMU, he could play. He wanted to prove to himself and his family that he could do it, and while he knew that a 40-year-old man probably couldn’t compete for an entire season with college athletes, he saw a higher purpose.

In Blewett’s eyes, SMU never owned up to their sins and accepted responsibility, instead carrying on like it never happened, shunning the players involved and trying to outrun the problem.

“SMU needs to have a cathartic moment,” he says. “They need to say, ‘Here’s what we did wrong, please forgive us of our sins and let’s start over.’ ”

Blewett thought making the team would atone the university, both rectifying the past and symbolically welcoming a generation of players who wanted to reconnect with their old university.

Blewett worked for months and was in the best shape of his life, but in the end was not given an opportunity to play by the coach. He understood that he would be a distraction to a team trying to win games; however, he was disappointed. But there was a silver lining.

“There is nothing sad about this at all,” he says. “Throughout the process, I reengaged with friends, reengaged with the university and reengaged with my physicality.”

The experience led him to write his book, which tells the story from the players’ perspective. He has since run for city council and has plans for more books in the future.

“When you try these things, even when you fail, you learn things, and it makes you a better person,” he says. “I don’t have the fear of putting myself out there anymore.”

These days, Blewett works in real estate, has seven children and stays busy volunteering at SMU with the Lettermen’s Association, where he is on the board as the reunion officer.

He turned what could have been a shameful chapter into a transformative moment, and doesn’t regret any part of it.

“I would go back to SMU again, even knowing all the stuff we went through,” he says. “It’s crazy when I say it out loud, but it’s true.”

David Blewett could have let the most infamous moment in college football ruin the rest of his life, but he didn’t.

“Here we are, 25 years later, and it’s still out there.”

TRAVEL

LIVING LIKE A LOCAL, IN ANOTHER PART OF THE WORLD

This wayfaring neighbor travels on his own terms

BY ELISSA CHUDWIN

TIME TO ROME

EVEN THE MOST MENACING circumstances didn’t quell Bill Boyd’s wanderlust.

By 22 years old, Boyd led tour groups throughout the Caribbean, South America and Europe for the travel incentive company Top Value Enterprises.

“I stayed on the road for a year and eight months,” the Hillcrest Forest neighbor says. “If I was home for a month, that’d be unusual.”

Boyd never left the country, much less owned a passport, before he was hired. Guiding hundreds of people through unfamiliar cities was daunting, but the mishaps are some of Boyd’s favorite tales to tell.

On a trip to Jamaica, he was in charge of 250 tourists, who piled into busses headed from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios. A torrential downpour trapped the vehicles on a flooding road during the two-hour ride. The bridge they needed to cross was submerged underwater.

Boyd panicked.

“It’s supposed to be their holiday,” Boyd says. “It’s supposed to be their bright, sunshine-y vacation.”

Boyd jumped out of the bus and waved a $100 bill at a passing beer truck. He bribed the

driver to chain the busses together and pull them to the nearest hotel.

No one had their luggage, and some went without necessary medications until the weather improved.

“I had nightmares about it for months,” he says.

The high-stress environment wasn’t a deterrent for Boyd, who later opened his own agency and incentive company, Sunbelt Motivation and Travel. He retired from the business in 2016.

Now Boyd and his partner, Joe Cortina, meander across continents on their own terms. Their upcoming itinerary includes trips to Rome, Athens and New Zealand. When they’re not overseas, the couple escapes the Texas heat at their vacation house in beach-front San Diego.

“Now I can see the world the way I want to see it,” he says.

Boyd documents every place he’s explored in a 6-inch binder, but there’s still a few on his to-see list, like Bhutan and Nepal. He’s contemplated taking the Trans-Siberian Express from Moscow through eastern Russia, but he “never built up the courage to go on an eight-day train ride,” he says.

The couple has favorites they return to constantly, too. Cortina visits Paris yearly, while Boyd’s heart belongs to Rome.

“It’s the antiquity of Rome combined with the flare of the people,” he says. “They exude class. They’re not strutting. They’re not arrogant. They’re stylish.”

Preston Hollow neighbor Bill Boyd collects trinkets from his overseas adventures.

“Now I can see the world the way I want to see it.”

PHOTOS BY KATHY TRAN

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On a beautiful campus just across from NorthPark Center, Our Redeemer encourages working above level, but without the atmosphere of anxiety and pressure. We’re nationally accredited through NLSA with our students historically scoring 2.5 years above level in nationally normed testing. PK 2 – 6th graders are provided a faithbased education of co-curricular Fine Arts and Language enrichment, strong academics, daily PE and recess and interscholastic athletics. Before and aftercare options are offered for PK3 and up. Private tours by request.

JOIN

December 6, 9:30 a.m. (Pre-k-8th)

Or schedule a private tour. p.214.328.9131

www.stjohnsschool.org www.facebook.com/sjesdallas

ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL

6121 E. Lovers Ln. Dallas / 214.363.1630 ziondallas. org

Yesterday, Today, Forever.

WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL

9727 White Rock Trail Dallas/ 214.348.7410 WhiteRockNorthSchool.com

Hebrews 13:8

Open House January 18 5:30-7:00pm

Zion Lutheran School provides a quality Christ-centered education.

Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 100 years offering a quality education in a Christ-centered learning environment. Degreed educators minister to the academic, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of students and their families. Before and after school programs, athletics, fine arts, integrated technology, Spanish, outdoor education, Accelerated Reader, advanced math placement, and student government. Accredited by National Lutheran School & Texas District Accreditation Commissions and TANS. Contact Principal Jeff Thorman. 6121 E. Lovers Ln. (@ Skillman) Dallas, TX 75214 214-363-1630/ ziondallas.org

6 Weeks through 6th Grade. Our accelerated curriculum provides opportunity for intellectual and physical development in a loving and nurturing environment. Character-building and civic responsibility are stressed. Facilities include indoor swimming pool, skating rink, updated playground, and stateof-the-art technology lab. Kids Club on the Corner provides meaningful after-school experiences. Accredited by SACS. Call for a tour of the campus.

WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL

A one of a kind school In the Lake Highlands area! Awesome After School Program!

6TH GRADE TO INFANTS - APPLY TODAY!

Now offering specialized services for students with: ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, & Speech/Language challenges

COME TO OUR OPEN HOUSE!

THURSDAY,

WHERE CAN I FIND LOCAL ...?

AC & HEAT

CLASSES/TUTORING/LESSONS

DYSLEXIA THERAPIST/CALT/TEACHER

Individual or Group Tutoring for Reading. Grades K-12. References. Lindsay 214-566-4622

VOICE TEACHER with 40+ years experience.

M.M. LSU • www.PatriciaIvey.com trilletta@msn.com • 214-769-8560

Family Owned & Operated

Serving the Dallas area for over 30 years

We raise our kids here, too!

214-330-5500

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APPLIANCE REPAIR

JESSE’S A/C & APPLIANCE SERVICE TACLB13304C All Makes/Models. 214-660-8898

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

FINANCIAL CONSULTANT

Five Rings Financial has part-time opportunities! JR@FiveRingsFinancial.com 214-702-0033 x502

BUY/SELL/TRADE

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models. 2000-2016. Any Condition. Running Or Not. Top $$$ Paid. Free Towing. We’re Nationwide. Call Now 1-888-985-1806

GOT AN OLDER CAR, RV, BOAT? Do The Humane Thing. Donate It To The Humane Society. 1-855-558-3509

RANGERS, STARS & MAVS

Share front-row Texas Rangers, Stars & Mavs seats. Tickets are available in sets of 10 games (sets of 2 or 4 tickets per game available). Participants randomly draw numbers prior to season to determine a draft order fair to everyone. Call 214-560-4212 or rwamre@advocatemag.com

CABINETRY & FURNITURE

CABINETMAKER Design/Build Custom Furniture. Repair, Refinish. 40 yrs. exp. Jim 214-457-3830

SQUARE NAIL WOODWORKING

Cabinet Refacing, Built-ins, Entertainment/ Computer Centers. Jim. 214-324-7398 www.squarenailwoodworking.com

CLASSES/TUTORING/LESSONS

ART: Draw/Paint. Adults All Levels. Lake Highlands N. Rec. Ctr. Days: Mon & Wed. Students bring supplies. Nights: 1xt month workshop, supplies furnished. Jane Cross. 214-534-6829

CREATIVE ARTS CENTER

More than 500 adult art classes/workshops from metal to mosaic! www.creativeartscenter.org

CLEANING SERVICES

A MAID FOR YOU Bonded/Insured.Park Cities/ M Streets Refs. Call Us First. Joyce 214-232-9629

AFFORDABLE CLEANING Insd./Bonded. Move In/Out. Routine Cleaning. Reliable. Dependable. Residential/ Commercial. References. 28+yrs. Delta Cleaning. 972-943-9280.

ALTOGETHER CLEAN

Relax ...We’ll Clean Your House, It Will Be Your Favorite Day! Bonded & Insurance. Free Estimates. 214-929-8413. www. altogetherclean.net

AMIRA MAID 972-840-8880

Since ‘98. Insured. amiramaid.com Dependable Service. References

CINDY’S HOUSE CLEANING 15 yrs exp. Resd/Com. Refs. Dependable. 214-490-0133

FATHER, SON, GRANDSON Window Cleaning. Free Est. Derek. 682-716-9892

WANTED: HOUSES TO CLEAN: WINDOWS to Wash: Wkly & Bi Monthly. Great Prices $$. Honest & Reliable. Family owned 15 years. Excellent references. Call Sunny @ 972-487-6599

WINDOW MAN WINDOW CLEANING.COM

Residential Specialists. BBB. 214-718-3134

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS

ALL COMPUTER PROBLEMS SOLVED MAC/PC Great Rates. Keith. 214-295-6367

AT ODDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER? Easily Learn Essential Skills. Services include Digital Photo Help. Sharon 214-679-9688

BILL’S COMPUTER REPAIR Virus Removal, Data Recovery. Home/Biz Network Install. All Upgrades & Repairs. PC Instruction. No Trip Fee. 214-348-2566

COMPUTER HELP! Viruses, Data Recovery, Upgrades, WiFi Problems, Onsite Tech. 214-533-6216 • WebersComputers.com

CONFUSED? FRUSTRATED? Let a seasoned pro be the interface between you & that pesky Windows computer. Hardware/Software Installation, Troubleshooting, Training. $60/hr. 1 hr min. Dan 972-639-6413 / stykidan@sbcglobal.net

CONCRETE/MASONRY/PAVING

BRICK & STONE REPAIR

Tuck Pointing / Crack Repair. Mortar Color Matching. Don 214-704-1722

CONCRETE/MASONRY/PAVING

BRICK, STONEWORK, FLAGSTONE PATIOS Mortar Repair. Straighten Brick Mailboxes & Columns. Call Cirilo 214-298-7174

CONCRETE, Driveway Specialist Repairs, Replacement, Removal, References. Reasonable. Chris 214-770-5001

EDMONDSPAVING.COM Asphalt & Concrete Driveway-Sidewalk-Patio-Repair 214-957-3216

FLAGSTONE PATIOS, Retaining Walls, BBQ’s, Veneer, Flower Bed Edging, All Stone work. Chris 214-770-5001

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

ANTHONY’S ELECTRIC Master Electrician. TECL24948 anthonyselectricofdallas.com

50 Yrs. Electrical Exp. Insd. 214-328-1333

BRIGHT LIGHT ELECTRIC • 214-553-5333

TECL 31347 Brightening Homes and Businesses

EXPERIENCED LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Insd. Steve. TECL#27297 214-718-9648

LAKEWOOD ELECTRICAL Local. Insured. Lic. #227509 Call Rylan 214-434-8735

TEXAS ELECTRICAL • 214-289-0639 Prompt, Honest, Quality Service. TECL 24668

TH ELECTRIC Reasonable Rates. Licensed & Insured. Ted. E257 214-808-3658

WHITE ROCK ELECTRIC All Electrical Services. Lic/Insd. E795. 214-850-4891

EXTERIOR CLEANING

G&G DEMOLITION Tear downs, Haul. Interior/Exterior. 214-808-8925

FENCING & DECKS

4 QUALITY FENCING • 214-507-9322

Specializing in Wood, New or Repair.

AMBASSADOR FENCE INC. EST.96 Automatic Gates, Fences/Decks Ambassadorfenceco.com 214-621-3217

FENCING & WOODWORK oldgatefence.com 214-766-6422

HANNAWOODWORKS.COM

Decks, Pergolas, Patio Covers. 214-435-9574

KIRKWOOD FENCE & DECK New & Repair. Free Estimates. Nathan Kirkwood. 214-341-0699

LONESTARDECKS.COM 214-357-3975

Trex Decking & Fencing, trex.com

All Wood Decks, Arbors & Patio Covers

Northlake Fence and Deck

Locally owned and operated by the Mccaffrey family since1980 214-349-9132

www.northlakefence.com

FLOORING & CARPETING

DALLAS HARDWOODS 214-724-0936

Installation, Repair, Refinish, Wax, Hand Scrape. Residential, Commercial. Sports Floors. 30 Yrs.

FENN CONSTRUCTION Manufactored hardwoods. Stone and Tile. Back-splash Specials. 214-343-4645

CONSUMERS CHOICE AWARDS 2007-2016 Making

HASTINGS STAINED CONCRETE New/Remodel. Stain/Wax Int/Ext. Nick. 214-341-5993. www.hastingsfloors.com

WILLEFORD HARDWOOD FLOORS 214-824-1166 • WillefordHardwoodFloors.com

FOUNDATION REPAIR

TECL20502

arrowelectric.net

Phones Answered 24/7

EMPLOYMENT

AVON AGENTS WANTED StartAvon.com. Reference Code; CHASKIN

PET SITTERS, DOG WALKERS reply to http://www.pcpsi.com/join

ESTATE/GARAGE SALES

WANT TO MAKE MONEY? Richardson Mercantile is looking for dealers who want to join one of the best antique malls in DFW. Need details? Go to richardsonmercantile@gmail.com JANUARY

BRICK, BLOCK, Stone, Concrete, Stucco. Gonzalez Masonry. 214-395-1319

• Slabs • Pier & Beam

• Mud Jacking • Drainage

• Free Estimates

• Over 20 Years Exp. 972-288-3797

We Answer Our Phones

GARAGE SERVICES

IDEAL GARAGE DOORS • 972-757-5016

Install & Repair. 10% off to military/1st responders.

ROCKET GARAGE DOOR SERVICE - 24/7. Repairs/Installs. 214-533-8670. Coupon On Web. www.RocketDoor.com

UNITED GARAGE DOORS AND GATES Res/Com. Locally Owned. 214-826-8096

GLASS, WINDOWS & DOORS

LAKE HIGHLANDS GLASS & MIRROR frameless shower enclosures • store fronts replacement windows • mirrors 214-349-8160

PRO WINDOW CLEANING

prompt, dependable. Matt 214-766-2183

ROCK GLASS CO Replace, repair: windows, mirrors, showers, screens. 214-837-7829

HANDYMAN SERVICES

ALL STAR HOME CARE Carpentry, Glass, Tile, Paint, Doors, Sheetrock Repair, and more. 25 yrs. exp. References. Derry 214-505-4830

BO HANDYMAN Specializing In Historic Home Renovations & Pro Remodels. Custom Carpentry, Doors, Kitchens, Baths & more. 214-437-9730

HANDY DAN The Handyman. ToDo’s Done Right. handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

HANDYMAN SPECIALIST Residential/ Commercial. Large, small jobs, repair list, renovations. Refs. 214-489-0635

HOME REPAIR HANDYMAN Small/Big Jobs + Construction. 30 Yrs. Exp. Steve. 214-875-1127

HOMETOWN HANDYMAN All phases of construction. No job small 214-327-4606

HONEST, SKILLED General Repairs/

WANTED: ODD

Allen’s Handyman

Your Home Repair Specialists Drywall Doors

Safety

HOUSE PAINTING

BENJAMIN’S PAINTING SERVICE Professional Work At Reasonable Prices. 214-725-6768

RAMON’S INT/EXT PAINT Sheetrock, Repairs. 214-679-4513

TONY’S PAINTING SERVICE Quality Work

Since 1984. Int./Ext. 214-755-2700

TOP COAT 30 yrs. exp. Reliable, Quality Repair/Remodel Phil @ 214-770-2863

VIP PAINTING & DRYWALL Int/Ext. Sheetrock Repair, Resurfacing Tubs, Counters, Tile Repairs. 469-774-7111

KITCHEN/BATH/TILE/GROUT

LAWNS, GARDENS & TREES

972-308-6035 HandymanMatters.com/dallas

GreenWorksInspections.com

HOME SECURITY

SAFES For Guns, Home or Business. We Offer a Large Selection Plus Consultation & In-Home Delivery. Visit Our Showroom. 972-272-9788 thesafecompany.com

HOUSE PAINTING

1 AFFORDABLE HOUSE PAINTING and Home Repair. Quality work. Inside and Out. Free Ests. Local Refs. Ron 972-816-5634

A+ INT/EXT PAINT & DRYWALL

Since 1977. Kirk Evans. 972-672-4681

• Tubs, Tiles or Sinks

• Cultured Marble

• Kitchen Countertops

214-631-8719

WE REFINISH! www.allsurfacerefinishing.com

LAWNS, GARDENS & TREES

#1 WHITE ROCK TREE WIZARDS

Professionals, Experts, Artists. Trim, Remove, Cabling, Bracing/Bolting. Cavity-Fill Stump Grind. Emergencies, Hazards. Insd. Free Est. 972-803-6313. arborwizard.com

That nip in the air means winter has made its arrival. Here are some easy ways to keep in good spirits during the dark months:

1. Get grounded — Reduce the rushing. Draw your energy inward.

2. Feed your soul — See what foods are in season. This season is all about hearty, nutritious and warm foods.

3. Find your rhythm — Sticking to meal and bedtimes help create balance and will ground you.

4. Don’t lose your glow — Dry skin is all too common, so break out the moisturizer.

5. Treat yourself — Self massage will soothe the lingering stress. Start with the soles of your feet and work up to your head. Now you’re ready to embody the season.

KITCHEN/BATH/TILE/GROUT

BLAKE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS LLC

Complete Kitchen And Bath Remodels. Tile, Granite, Marble, Travertine, Slate. Insured. 214-563-5035 www.blake-construction.com

FENN CONSTRUCTION Full Service Contractor. dallastileman.com 214-343-4645

MELROSE TILE James Sr., Installer, Repairs. 40 Yrs. Exp. MelroseTile.com 214-384-6746

STONE AGE COUNTER TOPS Granite, Quartz, Marble For Kitchen/Bath-Free Est. stoneage.brandee@gmail.com 940-465-6980

TK REMODELING 972-533-2872

Complete Full Service Repairs, Remodeling, Restoration. Name It — We do it. Tommy. Insured. dallas.tkremodelingcontractors.com

LAWNS, GARDENS & TREES

A BETTER TREE MAN Trims, Removals, Insd. 12 Yrs Exp. Roberts Tree Service. 214-808-8925

CALL A TREE EXPERT - 469-939-3344

Prune. Stump grind. Plant. Burris Tree Service

CHUPIK TREE SERVICE

Trim, Remove, Stump Grind. Free Est. Insured. 214-823-6463

DALLAS GROUNDSKEEPER Organic Lawn Maintenance designed to meet your needs. 214-471-5723 dallasgroundskeeper.com

DALLAS K.D.R.SERVICES • 214-349-0914

Lawn Service & Landscape Installation

HOLMAN IRRIGATION

Sprinkler & Valve Repair/ Rebuild Older Systems. Lic. #1742. 214-398-8061

MAYA TREE SERVICE Tree Trim/Remove. Insd.

CC’s Accepted. 214-924-7058 214-770-2435

PAT TORRES 214-388-1850 Lawn Service & Tree Care 28 Yrs. Complete Landscape Renovation.

RED SUN LANDSCAPES • 214-935-9779

RedSunLandscapes.com

WHERE CAN I FIND LOCAL ...?

PEST CONTROL

A BETTER EARTH PEST CONTROL

Keeping the environment, kids, pets in mind. Organic products avail. 972-564-2495

MCDANIEL PEST CONTROL

Prices Start at $85 + Tax

For General Treatment.

Average Home-Interior/Exterior & Attached Garage. Quotes For Other Services. 214-328-2847. Lakewood Resident

PET SERVICES

DOGGIE DEN DALLAS Daycare, Boarding, Grooming, Training. 6444 E. Mockingbird Ln. 214-823-1441 • DoggieDenDallas.com

THE PET DIVAS Pet Sitting, Daily Dog Walks, In Home/Overnight Stays.Basic Obedience Training. thepetdivas.com 817-793-2885. Insured

PLUMBING

AC PLUMBING Repairs, Fixtures, Senior Discounts. Gary Campbell. 214-321-5943

ANDREWS PLUMBING • 214-354-8521

# M37740 Insured. Any plumbing issues.

HAYES PLUMBING INC. Repairs. Insured, 214-343-1427 License M13238

M&S PLUMBING Quality Work & Prompt Service. Jerry. 214-235-2172. lic.#M-11523

NTX PLUMBING SPEC. LLLP 214-226-0913

Lic. M-40581 Res/Com. Repairs & Leak Location

THE PLUMBING MANN LLC

All Plumbing! Since 1978. Family Owned. RMP/Master-14240 Insured. 214-FAST-FIX/ 214-327-8349

POOLS

CERULEAN POOL SERVICES Family Owned/ Operated. Weekly maintenance, Chemicals, parts & repairs. CeruleanPro.com 214-557-6996

LEAFCHASERS POOL SERVICE Parts/Service. Chemicals/Repairs. Jonathan. 214-729-3311

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAXES Small Business/Individual Chris King, CPA 214-824-5313 chriskingcpa.com

BOOKKEEPING NEEDS? Need Help Organizing Finances? No Job Too Small or Big. Call C.A.S. Bookkeeping Services. Cindy 214-577-7450

PARADIGMFAMILYHEALTH.COM Affordable Family Medicine. Healthcare you deserve! 214-810-3553

NEED A NEW WEBSITE?

Mobile. SEO Friendly. Maintainable.

AdvocateWebDesign.com 214.292.2053

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE & INT. DESIGN SERVICES contact John Cramer, Realtor w/ FireHouse Real Estate Services 214-212-6865

REMODELING

BLAKE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS, LLC Complete Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Additions. Hardie Siding & Replacement Windows. Build On Your Own Lot. Insured. www.blake-construction.com 214-563-5035

BO HANDYMAN Specializing In Historic Home Renovations & Pro Remodels. Custom Carpentry, Doors, Kitchens, Baths & more. 214-437-9730

FENN CONSTRUCTION Full Service Contractor. dallastileman.com 214-343-4645

214-324-2733

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REMODELING

O’BRIEN GROUP INC. Remodeling Dallas For Over 17 Years www.ObrienGroupInc.com 214-341-1448

RENOVATE DALLAS renovatedallas.com 214-403-7247

SERVICES

A PLACE FOR MOM The Nation’s Largest Senior Living Referral Service. Contact Our Trusted Local Experts Today. Our Service is Free/No Obligation. 1-844-722-7993

SERVICES

DISH NETWORK. 190+ Channels. Free Install. Free Hopper HD-DVR $49.99/month.(24 months) Add High Speed Internet. $14.95 (where avail.) Call Today & save 25%. 1-855-837-9146

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SKYLIGHTS

Bob McDonald Company, Inc.

30+ Yrs. in Business • Major Additions Complete

214-341-1155 bobmcdonaldco.net

Installing

Replacement, Repair & New

Glass •Acrylic Solatubes & Sun Tunnels

972-263-6033 www.skylightsolutions.com

ROOFING & GUTTERS

Family owned and operated for over 40 years

JANUARY DEADLINE DECEMBER 6

WORSHIP

BAPTIST

PARK CITIES BAPTIST CHURCH / 3933 Northwest Pky / pcbc.org

Worship & Bible Study 9:15 & 10:45 Traditional, Contemporary, Spanish Speaking / 214.860.1500

ROYAL LANE BAPTIST CHURCH / 6707 Royal Lane / 214.361.2809 Christian Education 9:45 a.m. / Worship Service 10:55 a.m.

Pastor - Rev. Dr. Michael L. Gregg / www.royallane.org

WILSHIRE BAPTIST / 4316 Abrams / 214.452.3100

SHOWCASE

Pastor George A. Mason Ph.D. / Worship 8:30 & 11:00 am

Bible Study 9:40 am / www.wilshirebc.org

PRESBYTERIAN

PRESTON HOLLOW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH / 9800 Preston Road 8:15 am Chapel, 9:30 & 11:00 am Sanctuary, 5:00 pm Founder’s Hall

Senior Pastor Matthew E. Ruffner / www.phpc.org / 214.368.6348

UNDER COVER

Serene sanctuary

Even though Saint Monica Catholic Church underwent a multi-million dollar renovation in 2012, much of the stained glass, from Munich, Germany, has been part of the church since the 1960s. Founded in 1954, the church sees more than 3,000 parishioners for weekly Mass.

Is there an iconic Preston Hollow place that you want to see on the cover? Email Elissa Chudwin at echudwin@advocatemag.com with your ideas.

PHOTO BY DANNY FULGENCIO

You’ve chosen the right neighborhood, now choose the right Realtor.

Preston Hollow has always had a special place in the heart of Dallas. Ours, too. We’ve been living and working here for over four decades–and no one knows this neighborhood quite like we do. If you’re looking for something exceptional here in Preston Hollow, start with an exceptional team of Realtors. Visit virginiacook.com.

6707 Brookshire Drive

$2,385,000 Beautiful new construction home on corner lot! Five bedrooms, five living areas. Over 6,100 sq. ft. Outdoor living area!

Maureen Frieze 214.929.1166

6238 Royal Crest

$2,150,000 Modern transitional with spectacular living spaces! Double island kitchen! Enormous outdoor covered patio with grilling station! Simone Jeanes 214.616.9559

10751 Camellia Drive

$1,080,000 Stately drive up! Bright & open with 5 bedrooms, granite kitchen, handsome study, and game/media! Close to St Marks & Central Market!

Lori Sparks 214.680.6432

7126 Chipperton Drive

$695,000 Location, Space & Price! Pristinely maintained 3551 sqft home in coveted Windsor Park! 4 bedrooms & 3 living areas! Gorgeous yard!

Lori Sparks 214.680.6432

4373 Boca Bay Drive

$650,000 Open floor plan, single story ranch home! Cook’s kitchen! Master retreat! Perfect backyard oasis with kitchen, screened pool house, pool and spa! Kim Cocotos 214.682.5754

7210 Meadow Road

$650,000 Great floor plan and designer updates! White pearl granite counters! Vaulted ceiling in Den! Pergola, gas fire pit and outdoor kitchen! Soozie Bul 214.673.6259

7525 Royal Place

$650,000 Extensive updating! Terrific gourmet kitchen! Wonderful oversized Den! Spacious master bedroom! Large backyard with pool and hot tub!

Don Thomas 214.641.7001

3764 Northaven Road

$600,000 Extensive updating with attention to detail! Terrific gourmet kitchen! Vaulted ceiling in Den with wall of built-in cabinets!

Don Thomas 214.641.7001

10905 Damon Lane

$290,000 Four bedroom, two and one-half bath home with two dining areas and two living areas!

Ready for your updates!

Cathy Guasque 214.793.5183

Soozie Bul 214.673.6259

Lori Sparks 214.680.6432

Kimberly Cocotos 214.682.5754

Maureen Frieze 214.929.1166

Don Thomas 214.641.7001

Cathy Guasque 214.793.5183

Simone Jeanes 214.616.9559

Kristen Scott 214.202.2660