TRUSTED CARE FOR BRAIN AND SPINE.

Carolyn Harris (right) is a miracle. The 57-year-old Arlington resident had an aneurysm and was taken to Methodist Dallas Medical Center where neurosurgeons with the Methodist Moody Brain and Spine Institute quickly performed lifesaving surgery. In a word, miraculous. Trust. Methodist.

“If you want to see a miracle, just look at me. I could never say thank you enough to the team of doctors who worked side by side to save my life.”

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NO LIBRARY, NO DOG PARK, NO CONDITIONS

The land at Forest/Nuestra was earmarked to be a library, but funds didn’t support that. Some neighbors suggested the land could be used as a dog park until library money was raised. After a controversial community meeting, City Council member Jennifer Staubach Gates declared the property will be sold with no conditions. Condos? Office buildings? We did a community poll on Facebook and 65 percent wanted a park/playground while 35 percent preferred a community garden.

Oncor Chop

Neighbors Richard Brown and City Council member Jennifer Staubach Gates have worked with Oncor to find a solution so that trees are not cut down on the east side of Dallas North Tollway, north of Forest Lane. Oncor wants to update its towers. As a result, the company says it needs to clear trees. Neighbors want to preserve the trees. Brown hired an arborist. But Oncor ultimately owns the easements where the trees grow.

Remembering Blair Monie

The Rev. Blair Monie was an Advocate worship columnist for more than a decade, until he retired from Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church in 2014. Monie, who wrote 133 columns during that time, died in October. After his diagnosis, he wrote, “The biggest surprise in these early stages of my journey with cancer is that I’m experiencing an unexpected level of happiness — even joy.”

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Photography by Danny Fulgencio. North Haven Gardens at 7700 Northaven Road features a Holiday Art & Gift Market, classes, a gallery and a cafe. See page 31 for more info.

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DEC. 2

Hanukkah Hoopla

Explore local and unique vendors, partake in family activities and indulge in delicious kosher food at Hanukkah Hoopla 2018, from 1-5:30 p.m. Free.

Where: The Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven Road

More info: jccdallas.org

5 Things to do this December

DEC. 5

Rhyme time

Eric Nadel, Preston Hollow neighbor and the Texas Rangers’ radio announcer, releases a book of rhymes, “LIM-ERIC! Whimsical Rhymes from the Voice of the Texas Rangers and his Friends.” Pedigo’s Magic Pilsner, Whitney Rose and Joshua Ray Walker perform at his book-release party. A portion of the proceeds go to the Texas Rangers Foundation, which is dedicated to improving the lives of children in North Texas. $20-$320.

Where: The Kessler Theater, 1230 W. Davis St. More info: thekessler.org

DEC. 9

Light the trail

Santa Claus makes an appearance at the Friends of Northaven Trail’s annual holiday event from 5:30-7 p.m. Free.

Where: Northaven Trail at Edgemere Road

More info: northaventrail. org

THROUGH JAN. 6 HOLIDAY TRAINS

The Trains at NorthPark delight children of all ages, and they benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Since 1987, the trains have raised more than $13 million for the nonprofit. $2-$4.

Where: NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway More info: thetrainsatnorthpark.com

DEC. 12

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert

Expect holiday favorites and sing-alongs at this free concert.

Where: NorthPark’s NorthCourt on Level One between Nordstrom and Macy’s.

More info: northparkcenter.com/ events