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Ditto Boutique has moved from its Lovers Lane and Inwood location to its new home in Mockingbird and Abrams’s Hillside Village, near Tuesday Morning. The upscale consignment shop carries vintage clothes from high-end labels such as Chloe and Diane von Furstenburg, plus more recent fashion from mid-range brands such as Lucky and Banana Republic.

CrossFit White Rock 1 recently opened at Live Oak and Skillman. The gym eschews machines in favor of mixing exercise techniques such as gymnastics, weightlifting, and track and field. Owner Ben Winski, an M Streets resident, is a former gymnast who grew up in Dallas, built houses for a living in “corporate America”, and decided to revaluate his options when the economy started heading south. “I’ve seen people get strong and fit by doing it,” Winski says of his new venture. For information call 214.444.8540 or visit crossfitwhiterock.com.

Big news for yogis: GoYoga is now Uptown Yoga Lakewood , and beginning Jan. 1, 2011, members of either studio can practice at either location (1908 Abrams Parkway or 2636 Thomas in Uptown). For non-members looking to shed a few begrudging holiday pounds, the studios’ 10 sessions for $10 deal gives an opportunity to try yoga without breaking the bank.

For expansion purposes, Green Living 2 is moving out of its Lakewood Shopping Center location in January and into a new space in the Dallas Design District. To follow the move, and potential moving sales, visit green-living. com.

If our neighborhood looks a little more eclectic these days, it might have something to do with Savvy Consignments (9034 Garland Road), a new store near Cheesecake Royale Owner Rhonda Arnold, a Lakewood resident, says, “I have a little something for everybody.”

The store sells predominately furniture, household items, jewelry and a few local handmade goods (such as hairclips from a woman who finds peacock fathers around White Rock Lake). For information call 214.660.8700.

Across the street in the Reserve at White Rock , Susan Linder has opened the Debutantes and Cowboys Boutique e (9219 Garland Road), carrying designer clothes and accessories for women and children, from infants and toddlers to tweens. For information, call 972.800.9314 or visit debutantesandcowboysboutique.com.

Jimmy’s Food Store on 4901 Bryan at Fitzhugh offers free in-store wine tasting every Saturday from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and 1:30-4 p.m. The grocery store specializes in Italian food and wine, and has been a neighborhood, family-owned store since 1966. Thinking of stopping by? One of the store’s owners, Jimmy, celebrated his 90th birthday in December; so don’t forget to congratulate him.

Do YoU knoW oF a neiGhBoRhooD BUSineSS renovating, expanding, moving, launching, hosting an event, celebrating an anniversary, offering a special or something else noteworthy? Send the information to livelocal@advocatemag.com or call 214.292.0487.

Stoney’s Fine Wines recently moved from its Lower Greenville spot to Oram and Skillman, and will hold two free wine tastings on Saturdays in January, both thematic: “Out with the Old, In with the New” on Jan. 8, and “Affordable White Burgundies” on Jan. 22, both from 4-7 p.m. Call 214.953.3067 for information.

In other wine news, Times Ten Cellars (6324 Prospect) will reinstate its Wednesday night pizza in January with wood-fired pizza from Il Cane Rosso , beginning at 6 p.m.

A Lower Greenville resident is on a mission to convince people his crumb cake is the tastiest in town. “The name of the game for me is ‘just try it’,” says J-Stephen Sadler, owner of Crumbzz 4 “Once you’ve tried it, you’re hooked.” Sadler once owned a café in New York, eventually selling it because, as he says, he wanted to have a life again. He put aside his baking hat until he ran into a fan of his cakes at DFW airport. In March 2010, he started rebuilding his company, but this time built it online instead of opening a shop. His crumb cakes and toppers (mini cakes) come in three flavors: cinnamon streusel, chocolat de la terre and fruit of the seasons. Dallas residents receive free shipping on their orders. Sadler’s cakes also are sold locally at The Cultured Cup , Maudee’s Café and Tea Room and the Four Seasons Resort and Club For information call 214.541.9665 or visit crumbzz.com. —ElizabE th Knight En

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Shopping Center

Serving East Dallas since 1954

Restaurants

Lakewood’s 1st & 10

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

Pizzeria Venti

White Rock Coffee

Romano’s Bakery

Apparel

Stein Mart

Ditto Boutique

Food & Convenience Stores

PK’s Fine Wine & Spirits

Mike’s Discount Liquor

Dollar Tree

7-11

Gifts, Stationary, Art, Housewares

Tuesday Morning

T-Hee Greetings & Gifts

Random

Lakewood Lighting

Personal Services

Custom Cleaners

Crest Tailor

Hillside Shoe Service

Family Fitness

Lady of America

The Little Gym

Mockingbird Swim & Total Fitness

Health & Beauty

EyeMasters

Sally Beauty Supply

Lakewood Salons

Model Nails

Hillside Beauty Salon

Business Services

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For Leasing Information

214.989.4151

BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL

9750 Ferguson Rd., Dallas 75228 / 214.324.3607 / www.bishoplynch.org.

LAKEHILL

Preparatory School

Leading to Success. 2720 Hillside Dr., Dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931, www.lakehillprep.org

THE LAB @ LAKE HIGHLANDS

10050 Shoreview Rd., Dallas 75238 / 214.901.4280 / www.thelabdallas.com

THE CHILDREN’S CENTER

1423 San Saba Dr., Dallas / 214.823.2119 / Fax 214.321.4666

scOfIeld cHRIstIaN scHOOl

7730 abrams Rd., dallas / 214.349.6843 / www.scofieldchristian.org Now Accepting Applications! Pre-K through Grade 6 OPEN HOUSE

January 19 @ 10:00 am, January 20 @ 6:30 pm, February 24 @ 7:00 pm. Scofield Christian School is a place where curiosity is encouraged and discovery is celebrated. Students are inspired to explore each topic with the gifts and talents God has given each of them. Learning with and from one another creates a special family-like bond that can be felt from the moment you step into the school. It’s a contagious spirit that is seen in every classroom and beyond. Join us for an open house and discover what makes SCS the school for your family.

st. BeRNaRd Of claIRvaux scHOOl

1420 Old Gate lane / dallas / 214-321-2897

St. Bernard of Clairvaux School has educated children in Forest Hills, Casa Linda and White

Rock neighborhoods since 1948. The experienced teaching staff is dedicated to academic excellence with a challenging curriculum and individual attention. We offer affordable tuition, PK through 8th grade, wireless slate technology, extracurricular activities, and after-school care. Please call to schedule a tour. www. stbernardofclairvaux.org 214-321-2897 st. jOHN’s ePIscOPal scHOOl

848 Harter Rd., dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / www.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.

St. John’s Episcopal School

st. Paul academy

6464 e. lovers ln. dallas / 214.321.1275 / www.stPaulacademy.com

Grades 5-8. This is a rare opportunity to participate in coeducational, non-denominational private school exclusively for middle school students. In order to maintain a small, nurturing community of learners where students can grow and develop their talents and skills, enrollment is limited to 100 students. We offer a balanced and challenging curriculum that prepares students to enter high school with a strong academic foundation and the confidence to be successful, life-ling learners. Contact us at info@StPaulAcademy.com for pre-registration and other information.

WHIte ROcK mONtessORI scHOOl

1601 Oates dr., dallas / 214-324-5580

Founded in 1975 and located on beautiful, wooded acreage in East Dallas, WRM offers a world- class education to children ages three through 8th grade. The professional staff of this arts-integrated school is supported by specialists in the visual and performing arts, music, Spanish, P.E., and environmental science. The school’s award-winning Discovery Garden provides for an integrated gardening curriculum. Up-to-date technology is integrated into every classroom. Students are noted for their extraordinary levels of personal responsibility, independence, and selfconfidence. Contact Sue Henry (214) 324-5580

WHIte ROcK NORtH scHOOl lutHeRaN scHOOl dallas / 214.363.1630 www.ziondallas. org Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 58 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.

9727 White Rock trail dallas / 214.348.7410. 2 Years through 5th Grade. 45 years of successful students! 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-ofthe-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. www. WhiteRockNorthSchool.com.

Job Opening: Membership Sales

The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce is looking for an energetic individual to sell memberships. This individual will be responsible for calling on local and individual businesses located in the Northeastern part of Dallas — from I-30 to LBJ and from Central to Lake Ray Hubbard. This is a commission only position. Please send your resume to Chamber@dallastex.com before January 31.

Business

RICHARDS GROUP , a marketing and advertising firm in East Dallas, received a No. 4 ranking in the Dallas Morning News Top 100 Places to Work. The company was listed alongside The Container Store, Raising Cane’s and the Dallas Cowboys.

Community

THE WHITE ROCK LAKE FOUNDATION AND FOR THE LOVE OF THE LAKE will host White Rock Lake Centennial Champions , presented to all area high school, middle and grade school students at the beginning of the spring 2011 semester. The event is a fundraising contest for the White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration to garner awareness of the White Rock Lake’s needs. Students who raise the most money will receive medals at the Grand Finale Beach Party June 25. The contest begins Tuesday, Jan. 4, from 9 a.m.-noon.

JOSEVARGAS AND THE BATH HOUSECULTURALCENTER are calling for visual artists to submit entries for the 17th annual El Corazon Exhibition. The show allows artists to explore themes related to the human heart. The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. Jan. 8. For more information, call 214.670.8749 or visit dallasculture.org.

Education

MARKPAINTER , who leads the outdoor science laboratory and garden program at Stonewall Jackson Elementary, received the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year Award in November. Under Painter’s leadership, the Stonewall Garden has endured 15 years despite losing all Dallas ISD funding in 2008. stonewallgardens.com.

WOODROW WILSON HIGH SCHOOL offers Zumba classes 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the boys gym, 100 S. Glasgow. The class costs $2, and 60 cents from every fee benefits a school fund. For information, call 972.502.4400.

People

ADVOCATE PHOTOGRAPHER BENJAMIN HAGER’S photos were selected to be part of the “Trashing our Treasure” photography exhibit, which opens this month at the Bath House Cultural Center’s White Rock Museum, 521 E. Lawther. Find details about the event on page 28.

KAREN BLESSEN , a Pulitzer Prize-winning neighborhood artist, recently received more recognition for her work featured on the cover of the Dallas Observer The newspaper awarded her a $2,000 MasterMind grant for her efforts to bring art to schoolchildren. Blessen illustrated the Advocate’s September 2005 cover on the Emerald Isle high-rise, the October 2007 cover on the Trinity referendum, and the October 2009 cover on the Dallas landfill.

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