Out & About

May 2014

May 9 Flyin’ A’s

At 8 p.m. husband-and-wife duo the Flyin’ A’s perform at Uncle Calvin’s. The Flyin’ A’s perform a powerful mix of original Americana, country, Southern blues and “Texifide jazz.” Also slated to perform is Grant Peeples, who John Conquest of 3rd Coast Music has named songwriter of the year multiple times.

Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse, 9555 N. Central, 214.363.0044, unclecalvins.org, $15-$18

Through June 3

Presidential paintings

Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Center to view the 43rd President’s highly anticipated exhibit, “The Art of Leadership: A President’s Personal Diplomacy.” Featuring more than two-dozen portraits of world leaders, the exhibit provides a personal perspective on Bush’s relationships with the leaders. Museum hours are 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday. George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., 214.346.1650, bushcenter.org, $16

MAY 1-2

Dance showcase

Southern Methodist University dance students will showcase original choreography for this twice-a-year concert. Featured will be 10-15 innovative works ranging from modern to ballet to hip-hop to jazz. Shows start at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday and noon on Friday. Bob Hope Lobby of the Owen Arts Center, 6101 Bishop, 214.768.2718, smu.edu, free

MAY 4

‘Spring Swing’

At 5 p.m. the Lovers Lane UMC Jazz ensemble, led by Bill Sleeper, will perform festive swing music. Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, 9200 Inwood, 214.691.4721, llumc.org, free

MAY 11

JCC Bagel Run

The annual 5k and 10k event continues at the Jewish Community Center, beginning with the kids’ race at 8 a.m. and the main race at 8:15 a.m., followed by the post-race party and awards ceremony at 9 a.m. Advanced registration runs through April 30. All levels of runners can participate. Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven, getmeregistered.com/ bagelrun, $18-$25

May 21

Mr. Parker’s Opus

W.T. White High School choir director Michael Parker retires after 41 years with Dallas ISD — but not before conducting his final concert at 7 p.m. at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, featuring the W.T. White Showstoppers Choir and the W.T. White Alumni Choir. Dubbed “Mr. Parker’s Opus,” it will be the first time the Showstoppers have performed at a world-class venue.

Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, 972.502.6200, $5-$7

MAY 14

60th Annual Chamber Meeting

From noon-1:30 p.m. join a premier gathering of North Dallas Chamber of Commerce members and leaders to celebrate 60 years of making Dallas a better place to live, work, raise a family and build a business. Featuring Blake Nordstrom, president of Nordstrom Inc., as the keynote speaker. Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 N. Stemmons, 214.368.6485, ndcc.org, $50/members-$100/non-members

MAY 21

Meet Nolan Ryan

The baseball Hall of Famer and cattle rancher will sign his new recipe book, “Nolan Ryan Beef and Barbecue Cookbook: Recipes from a Texas Kitchen,” at 7 p.m. Present your Barnes & Noble book receipt beginning at 9 a.m. to receive your wristband and save your place in line. Lincoln Park Barnes & Noble, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy., Suite 300, 214.739.1124, barnesandnoble.com, free

Through May 24 ‘Scope’

May 28

Avid readers unite

Join the Preston Royal Library book club for a discussion on the novel, “The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History,” by Robert M. Edsel, from 6:30-8 p.m. Preston Royal Library, 5626 Royal Lane, 214.670.7128, dallaslibrary2.org, free

Award-winning photographer Claudia Coker (her photo of San Francisco’s Chinatown is pictured on the left) possesses a unique eye and timing that transforms the ordinary to extraordinary. Her latest efforts have focused on the young adult spirit, capturing her subjects at a time when possibilities are endless. The talented Jack Smith, recognized for his heavy body acrylic canvases, is just 13 years old. View works from both artists from 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, or by appointment.

Zhen Music and Art Institute, 4901 W. Lovers, 214.696.4842, zmaai.com, free

Storm damage to your roof? June 13th is the deadline to replace it.

A couple weeks ago, the Dallas area hunkered down while baseball-sized hail and high winds took us by storm. Downtown was spared, but that wasn’t the case in 2012. Many people remember that terrible Texas storm a few years ago. Davette Cheney with Metal Roofs of Texas will never forget.

“I had just moved to Dallas from Oklahoma and I thought I wouldn’t have to deal with all the crazy weather anymore.”

What many Dallas residents don’t know is that after a storm, homeowners may only have up to two years to file an insurance claim for any roof damage. For those with damage from 2012, that potential deadline is fast approaching –June 13.

And Cheney’s team is letting residents know that after this date, any damage found to your roof might be considered “wear and tear,” and the insurance companies won’t have to give you a dime.

“We’re trying to remind folks not to let this potential deadline pass,” Cheney says. Metal Roofs of Texas also is letting Dallas residents know that insurance companies are starting to push homeowners into putting a cosmetic endorsement on their policy that would exclude almost all hail damage to roofs.

“They are trying to limit risk as much as possible,” Cheney says, “which puts you at risk more than ever before. It’s important to know your policy, and if you believe you have damage to your roof from a prior storm then we’re here to help. We offer a complimentary damage evaluation to all of our customers.”

Cheney boasts that Metal Roofs’ “Interlock Roofing System” can withstand up to a grapefruit-sized hailstone.

“It will withstand 165-mph winds, increase your curb appeal, is more energy efficient and saves you money on your electric bill.” www.metalroofsoftexas.com

Plus, residents will be prepared if or when grapefruits start falling from the Dallas sky.

Metal Roofs of Texas is one of the largest residential metal roofing companies in North America and the exclusive, certified vendor of this type of roof in Texas. The company focuses on high-end homes and tries to eliminate hassles for homeowners.

So don’t wait for the next hailstorm, and certainly don’t wait past June 13 to take advantage of insurance premiums you pay month after month.