recreating history

The Marsh Middle School Cadet Corps has launched a three-fold vision to enrich its program, honor local veterans and educate younger kids in the community. Commander David Bates and his students plan to create their own military museum on campus, and they’re calling for neighborhood veterans to donate war memorabilia. “We’re preparing for the future by learning from the past,” Bates says. The school’s ROTC program is known for serving economically disadvantaged students, promoting success through military principles. The museum would add real-life context to the curriculum. “They might think, ‘Wow, I’m poor, but I’m not in a foxhole,’ ” Bates says. The project is completely student-driven. The cadets will build and curate the exhibits and organize free tours for elementary schools lacking funds for field trips. The museum will showcase all types of artifacts — from flight uniforms and helmets to photographs and dog tags. Each exhibit will include a picture and biography of the local veteran who donated it. “It’s what people did for us back then,” says Natalie Franco, an eighth-grader and the cadets’ commanding officer. “Without them, we wouldn’t be here.” Bates says the project will help young people appreciate and learn from their elders, especially those who sacrificed it all. The cadets plan to coordinate speaking events with the veterans featured in the museum. “These guys have superhero war stories,” Bates says. —EMILY TOMAN

TO DONATE FUNDS OR WAR MEMORABILIA, contact David Bates at 214.549.1826 or dabates@dallasisd.org. Items may be dropped

PETPAUSE sorority girl

Once an orphan at Dallas Animal Services, 4-year-old BEBE is now living the SMU sorority life with her owner, JULIA STEWART. People are often puzzled by her breed, a Boston terrier/Chihuahua mix. “She cost $85, but has proven to be priceless in terms of companionship, personality and love,” Stewart says.

HD’S CLOTHING

Every woman needs that third piece to complete her look. Metallic shines this season with this exclusive European jacket with it’s removable textured collar. FB.hdsclothing mens womens 3014/18 Greenville Ave. 214.821.8900

The Finer Touch

Keep your eye on this Jane Iredale special Longest Lash Mascara, Dot the I makeup repair and Eyeshadow, set price $50.50. 399 W. Campbell Rd. Ste. 412, Medical Plaza II Richardson 972.388.1555 thefinertouch.com

Painting With A Twist

Express your inner artist! Instructors lead attendees in creating featured art. Bring nothing more than your imagination, wine or beverage. Perfect for Private Parties as well. 5202 Lovers Lane 214.350.9911 paintingwithatwist.com

WACKYM’S KITCHEN

Wackym’s Kitchen bakes delicious cookies and treats from original recipes using fresh, natural ingredients like real butter and cane sugar. To order or find a retail location, visit wackymskitchen.com

Glasshouse

Framed Antique Mirror with Leaded Border and Rosettes. Showroom: 905 Dragon St. 214.761.1100 glasshouseproducts.com

Once Upon

Frightfully good deals Lake Highlands is ready to buy and sell your favorite Halloween costumes! Look for all kinds of clothing and other kids’ stuff! 6300 Skillman St. @ Abrams 214.503.6010. onceuponachildlakehighlands.com

Lovetennis

LoveTennis has everything tennis and more. We carry the hottest brands & many unique items not found anywhere else. Like us on facebook. lovetennisdallas.com 6708 snider plaza 214.691.1540

North Dallas Antique Mall

12,500 sq. ft. of great shopping for antiques, collectibles, vintage, furniture, décor, retro, art, glass, fashion, jewelry, garden and we more. 11722 Marsh Lane @ Forest Lane 214.366.2100

Advocate Ornament

The Advocate Foundation’s limited-edition, numbered, and hand-painted ornament makes the perfect gift for the new home owner or Dallas transplant. Sales benefit neighborhood organizations and events. 214.292.0486 foundation.advocatemag.com

What gives?

Small ways that you can make a big difference for neighborhood nonprofits

Race foR the cuRe atteND a famiLy feStivaL

Susan G. Komen Dallas hosts its 29th annual Race for the cure oct. 15, beginning at NorthPark center. the event, which includes a 1k and 5k walk/run, is the largest fundraising event for breast cancer in Dallas county. Last year, Komen Dallas raised $1.912 million to fund local screenings, treatment, education and research. online registration continues through oct. 9, and in-person registration is available oct. 12-14 at NorthPark, Luke’s Locker and the Shops at Park Lane. for details, visit komen-dallas.org.

Parent Project muscular Dystrophy hosts the seventh annual Sam’s Day 10 a.m.-5 p.m. oct. 22 at NorthPark center. the free event features bounce houses, an obstacle course, rock climbing wall, clowns, face painting, magicians and other family activities, all while helping to raise awareness about Duchenne, a form of childhood muscular dystrophy. John Killian is chairman of PPmD, and organizes the event in honor of his son, Sam, who was diagnosed with the degenerative muscle disease in 2005. Sam’s Day also includes a silent auction of vacation packages, sports tickets and other items. for more details, visit samsdaytexas.org.

KnoW of Ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@ advocatemag.com.