BIZ BUZZ

WHAT’S UP WITH NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESSES

NEW TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD

TreeHouse isn’t the only Austin-based business headed to the Hollow. Hat Creek Burger and Tacodeli recently announced they’ll join the eco-friendly home improvement store at The Hill Shopping Center near Walnut Hill Lane.

Costco opened in May only six months after construction began. Located just outside our neighborhood on Coit at Churchill, the Washington-based company received $3 million in economic funds from the City of Dallas to buy the $16-million land.

The T. Boone Pickens Hospice and Palliative Care Center is Dallas’ first standalone hospice center. Located at 12477 Merit Drive, the center is expected to serve 1,200 families per year.

Knox-Henderson’s The Gypsy Wagon is making an appearance at the Preston Royal Village this summer. The boutique is opening a pop-up shop between Toy Maven and Pure Barre through July 30.

Shutting Down

In July, Fossee’s Shoes will close its doors for the last time. The Preston Forest Shopping Center staple opened in 1986, and owner Nancy Fossee is ready to try something new. “I’ve been here 31 years, and I guess it’s time to move on to something else,” she said.

Food News

Dough Pizzeria traded its Preston Hollow shop for a spot in Plano. Co-owners Brad Liles and Keith Hall, who live in the suburb, cited its recent growth as their reason to relocate the eatery.

Fast-casual Japanese eatery Sumo Shack replaced SMU Boulevard’s Banh Shop, which closed this past January. The restaurant focuses on quirky hot dogs, bao and ramen.

Dallas Academy

950 Tiffany Way, Dallas 75218 / 214.324.1481 / dallas-academy.com Founded in 1965, Dallas Academy’s mission is to restore the promise of full academic enrichment to students with learning differences in grades 1-12. A meaningful connection with each student is established to overcome barriers to success. Dallas Academy offers students an effective program and strategies to meet the special educational needs of bright students with learning differences, while including the activities of a larger, more traditional school. Classes are small, with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1 where students are encouraged, praised, and guided toward achieving their goals. Diagnostic testing is available to students throughout the community.

Our Redeemer Lutheran School Of Dallas

7611 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75225 / 214.368.1371 / ORDallas. org 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 faith-based 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.

Spanish House

Four East Dallas Locations / 214.826.4410/ DallasSpanishHouse.com Spanish Immersion Program in East Dallas! Nursery, Preschool, Elementary and Adult Programs available. Our new dual-language elementary campus is now open at 7159 E. Grand Ave. Please visit our website at DallasSpanishHouse. com for more information.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

848 Harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / stjohnsschool.org Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service.St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency.

Ut Dallas Chess Camp

800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson 75080 / (972) 883-4899 / utdallas.edu/chess ) 2016

Summer Chess Camp Campers learn while they PLAY. Chess develops reading, math, critical and analytical skills, and builds character and self-esteem. Just don’t tell the kids…they think chess is fun! Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7 to 14 on the UT Dallas campus. Morning (9am-noon) or afternoon (1-4pm) sessions are available June 13-17, June 20-24, July 18-22, July 25-29 and extended playing classes. Camp includes t-shirt, chess board and pieces, trophy, certificate, score book, group photo, snacks and drinks. Instructors are from among UT Dallas Chess Team Pan-Am Intercollegiate Champions for 2010-2012!

White Rock North School

9727 White Rock Trail Dallas/ 214.348.7410 / WhiteRockNorthSchool.com

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 state-of-the-art technology lab. Kids Club on the Corner provides meaningful after-school experiences. Summer Camp offers field trips, swimming, and a balance of indoor and outdoor activities designed around fun-filled themes. Accredited by SACS. Call for a tour of the campus.

Zion Lutheran School

6121 E. Lovers Ln. Dallas / 214.363.1630 / ziondallas. org Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 65 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, Extended Care, Parents Day Out, 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.

By GEORGE MASON