2010 June Preston Hollow

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“My kidneys failed me. Baylor didn’t.”

When Aaron Wiley was diagnosed with chronic kidney failure, he had few options. “I could do dialysis at a hospital, do dialysis at home or do nothing and probably die,” he says. But at Baylor, Aaron learned that he was a candidate for a transplant. “My wife and I decided it was time to make a change—she became a donor.” After the transplant, Aaron says, “I got my energy back, my mind back, my family back. It’s like a new beginning.” As far as his wife, he says, “she gave me a kidney for Valentine’s Day. How am I gonna top that?”

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LiFe 101

If at first you don’t succeed, just be yourself

It’s high school and college graduation time again and, as has been the case for as long as I can remember, my invitation to speak at anyone’s commencement must have been caught in my SPAM filter.

But, hey: You’re a captive audience, or at least have been up to this point in the column, so perhaps you would be willing to hear my advice to the younger generation, if only they had asked.

Naturally, I would have enjoyed putting on a graduation robe and balancing one of those goofy mortarboard hats on my head while dispensing wisdom, but instead you’ll have to conjure a picture of me sitting in a recliner, feet up, watching a Texas Rangers baseball game while typing this instead.

And here’s what would have been my premise: When it’s all said and done, are you better off blending in and following the crowd, or are you better off following yourself?

I ask this because of something I read the other day concerning the failed Times Square bomber in New York City. An adviser at the bomber’s college was contacted by the media, and his comments about the bomber were both sad and instructive:

“He was personable, a nice guy, but unremarkable,” the adviser said. “If this didn’t happen, I probably would have forgotten him. He didn’t stand out.”

From birth, we’re told we’re special, and we can make a difference. We’re told that if we follow the plan, if we go to the right preschools, attend the right high schools and colleges, get the right jobs and hang with the right friends, we’ll live life to the fullest. We believe that if we can run with the crowd, and keep running beyond the capabilities of the others in the race, eventually we’ll wind up making our mark.

But speaking as someone who has been running for quite a while, that’s really not how life works. Look at people like Lady Gaga or Bill Gates or Bob Dylan or Alex Rodriguez or Steve Jobs or any number of other people, famous and otherwise, who are icons in their own right — not only didn’t they run with the crowd, they practically ran away from it on the way to becoming rich, famous and successful.

The real lesson to be taken from their lives and applied to ours — particularly those who are just beginning their lives as opposed to those of us who have already found our ruts is that they’re living life the way they want to live it, and it seems to be working for them. Instead of worrying about what everyone else thinks, these people are succeeding because they like themselves, and they like

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My commencement conclusion: Running with the crowd won’t get you where you want to go. To be happy, be yourself. You’ll find out soon enough that’s a lot harder than it sounds.

Time to throw those mortarboards in the air now

When it’s all said and done, are you better off blending in and following the crowd, or are you better off following yourself?

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SMU BASEBALL SCAM

Area crime watch groups have reported that solicitors going door-to-door in Lakewood and the Park Cities claiming to be raising money for an SMU baseball trip are scammers. Warns one notice from a Richardson police department officer: “The solicitors may mention that a portion of the proceeds will support the SMU trip to Hawaii in May for a baseball tournament. According to SMU PD, these solicitors are not affiliated with or sponsored by SMU in any way, shape or form. While SMU does have a baseball team, they are not out soliciting funds. This is a scam.” In the Lake Highlands part of town that borders on Richardson, I have encountered a version of this. At the Gatti’s Pizza parking lot near LBJ and Skillman, a young guy asked me to donate cash to his Carter High School basketball team for a summer trip. I wondered why a Carter kid was in Lake Highlands, but didn’t get into it with him. The SMU baseball trip solicitors have been reported in Preston Hollow and North Dallas neighborhoods too, according to the notice.

—CHRISTINA HUGHES BABB, VIA BACK TALK PRESTON HOLLOW

One of these scammers knocked on my door claiming to be the son of a neighbor and on the TCU team. I asked his name and told him to come back after I verified. Needless to say, he was not listed on the team roster on the TCU website and there was no Hawaii trip listed in the team schedule. This was in the Preston Royal area.

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One of these scammers did the same thing to me — told me she was the daughter of a neighbor, wanted to know if I’d seen her mom walking their two black labs, and told me she was a U of Dallas soccer player wanting to go on a trip to Hawaii (she could afford the trip but some of her teammates couldn’t). I detected a smell of smoke on her, which was odd considering she was a soccer player, then we looked her up on the UD roster and didn’t find her. My husband tracked her down in the neighborhood and told her to leave or he was calling the cops. She left. I don’t open the door to anybody anymore because I figure if it’s somebody I want to see, they can call and let me know they’re coming.

—MARY MARY, VIA BACK TALK PRESTON HOLLOW

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facebook fan profile // Li LLy n eubauer, 24, is an account coordinator at a nonprofit marketing agency. She lives in Preston Hollow with her husband and a Maltesepoodle mix named Little Child.

what’s a little-known fact about you?

I lived in Quito, Ecuador, as a child and fell in love with the culture. Dia de los Muertos is still one of my favorite holidays.

what’s your most treasured possession?

I call my husband “my greatest earthly blessing.” I also have a scar on my right knee from a college accident I refused to get stitches for that is pretty awesome. what makes you laugh out loud?

Stand-up comedy! My husband and I are huge advocates of its health benefits. The Addison Improv will occasionally release tickets for free to shows that have undersold, and we jump on it. Favorites we’ve seen live are Robert Klein, Jimmy Fallon and Jerry Seinfeld. what’s your strangest or most random Facebook friend connection? I’m friends with Gambino’s bakery in New Orleans just so their drool-inducing king cakes appear on my newsfeed for a few weeks every year.

if you could only eat at one neighborhood restaurant for the rest of your life, which would it be? I’ve spent an insane amount of time at the new Gattitown. The bumper cars are amazing! They even helped me throw a benefit night for a family friend whose daughter is fighting Leukemia.

how would you explain your neighborhood to someone living in, say, newfoundland? Emerging but old-fashioned. All the convenience of living in a big city with a small town feel.

what brings a smile to your face every time? Childhood photos of my sister and I.

what item in your closet is most humiliating? I still have my Ursuline cheerleading uniform in my closet, even the bloomers with the bear paws on the rear.

what do you miss about the you from 10 or 20 years ago? How much time I

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A Facebook group “I’ll Bet I Can Find 1,000,000 People Who Think Libraries Are Important” had fewer than 100,000 fans. Do you use your neighborhood library? And if yes, which one and how so?

Libraries offer free education and entertainment to the masses. It doesn’t matter what your economic status is, you can come in and have free access to books that can inform and transform you. I hope libraries will always be around in some form or other.

—TERRY FLEISCHER CASNER

Park Forest branch of the Dallas library has the BEST librarians! We are paying taxes to run the libraries, might as well use them. —AMYSHAMBLIN

We use the Richardson public library to get books, CDs and movies for the kids. Nice way to try out new things for them and then send them back when we can’t stand to read/watch/hear them again.

—MAGGIE ROMANSKI BURLESON

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LAunCH

neatly dressed in khakis and a button-down shirt, neighborhood resident Sam Childers sips coffee in a corner booth at Kel’s as he flips through the pages of a book, “Images of America: Historic Dallas Hotels.” The 128-page paperback is chockfull of historic photos and anecdotes, most of which he unearthed over the past year. Childers, who earned his historian chops at the Sixth Floor and Old Red museums, recently published the book. Though it’s his first, he says it won’t be his last.

What made you interested in Dallas hotels?

I, like many historians, present papers at conventions. I did a profile of local hotels, and one was the Fairmount Hotel, where old Hollywood stars would stay. After that, people started calling me “the hotel guy,” so I just kind of fell into it.

What was your favorite part about researching the book?

I could just look at old photos all day, but the writing was the most fun for me. Because I read so much, writing comes naturally. While I was working on this book, I had to write every day because if I didn’t, I’d get distracted. I’d wake up, eat breakfast, take a shower, then head to my office and just write.

RoBeRt BuncH

DID YOU RUN INTO ANY PROBLEMS

ALONG

THE WAY?

Finding the images was tough. They were from so many different sources. Some had never even been published, like the photos of the Adolphus. They were just sitting in scrapbooks in the marketing department collecting dust.

WERE THERE ANY SURPRISES

ALONG

THE WAY?

I learned that the original Hilton hotels were started here in Dallas by Conrad Hilton — and he’s also buried here.

WHAT IS THE INTENT BEHIND THIS BOOK?

Just education and entertainment. I like looking through old photos, and I think other people do, too. People have memories from these places, like the Baker Hotel. Anyone over the age of, say, 50 will probably have memories of that hotel.

ANYCOOL GHOST STORIES OR LOCAL LORE ABOUT THE HOTELS?

I taped something for Discovery Channel’s “Ghost Lab”, where they were investigating paranormal activity at the Lawrence Hotel. Apparently, there’s a room where, if your key won’t work when you put it in, then you have to knock and say, “Smiley, let me in.” After that, your key will work.

DO YOU HAVE ANY MORE BOOKS IN THE WORKS?

My next project will be about Lady Bird Johnson’s 1964 train trip through the South, where she promoted her husband’s presidential campaign. Presidential history is really what I love.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN DALLAS? AND WHAT DREW YOU TO PRESTON HOLLOW?

I’ve lived in Dallas 20 years, and I’m originally an Oklahoman. My mom likes to joke with me that I’m actually a Texan, though. I lived in Lake Highlands for a while, and I moved to Preston Hollow about five years ago. I really like my neighbors and the location. If you didn’t want to, you wouldn’t have to leave the area because there are so many shops, restaurants and things to do.

—NADIA HILL

‘IMAGES OF AMERICA: HISTORIC DALLAS HOTELS’ can be purchased at most major bookstores in the Dallas area, including Borders at Preston and Royal, and Barnes & Noble at Northwest Highway and Central.

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LHO stands for Lakehouse Outfitters. It’s the perfect place to shop for lake home furnishings and personalized vintage signs for the boathouse. 2100 Irving Blvd. (in Design District) 214.748.4500. LHOConsignment.com

CAMILLE’S CREATIONS

Custom wedding plate with bride & groom’s name and wedding date; unique bride & groom couple ornament; and monogrammed towels for the special couple. 4235 W. Lovers 214.750.0073

PAINTING WITH A TWIST

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EAT A SANDWICH ...

at Zinsky’s Deli in Preston Royal Village. When you order the triple-decker lollapalooza — three slices of bread, three types of cheese, roast beef, pastrami, turkey, coleslaw and special sauce — a dollar of that giant $16 sandwich will benefit the Jewish Family Service of Dallas, an organization that helps Dallas residents in need, regardless of their religion, race or social class.

DONATE A BLOUSE OR BRIEFCASE ...

to Dress for Success, a nonprofit that helps disadvantaged women enter the workforce by giving them the skills and supplies they need to succeed. Part of that assistance includes workplace wardrobe.

If you’d like to help, donate women’s business attire — like suits, accessories and tote bags — at the boutique, which is housed inside Valley View Center at Preston and LBJ Freeway. Donations are accepted Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, email dallas@dressforsuccess.org or call 972.392.9770.

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KIDS TRIATHLON $35

&Peel the kids away from the TV for an afternoon of some friendly athletic competition. Children 7 to 14 are invited to this fifth annual event hosted by the Jewish Community Center. The competition is divided into four age groups: 7 to 8, 9 to 10, 11 to 12, and 13 to 14. The course, which varies depending on age group, includes a 100-to 200-yard swim, a 5k to 10k bike ride through neighborhood streets, and then a 1k to 2k run on the JCC grounds. The entire route is fairly flat, and sanctioned by USA Triathlon. The race beings at 7:30 a.m. at the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven. Register online at ironheadrp.com/kidstriatthej. For more information, email JCC sports and fitness director Jon Mize at jmize@jccdallas.org.

—MARLENA CHAVIRA-MEDFORD

MUSIC AT THE MEADOWS FREE

In celebration of its ongoing exhibit, “Royal Splendor in the Enlightenment: Charles IV of Spain,” the Meadows Museum presents this concert, which keeps with the spirit of that Spanish reign. Enric Madriguera, the Russell Cleveland chair of guitar studies at UT Dallas, will play pieces from the time of Charles IV’s reign and perform on several instrument replicas from that era. The performance will be inside the Bob Smith Auditorium at the Meadows Museum, 5900 Bishop. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and reservations are not required. 214.768.1688 or smu.edu/ meadowsmuseum.

STEPHANIE’S DAY FREE This resource fair for special needs children and the people who care for them was founded by CBS 11/TXA 21 president and general manager Steve Mauldin, in honor of his autistic daughter Stephanie. From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., kids can enjoy music, games and crafts while parents and caregivers explore a wealth of resources available through local nonprofits, therapy centers, advocacy groups and parent-to-parent networks.The one-day event takes place near Macy’s at NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central. 214.363.6600 or northparkcenter.com.

SPCA PET FLIX FILM FESTIVAL $15

The Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Texas presents this film festival, which includes documentaries, music videos and comedies. The short films feature local pets in starring roles. Ticket sales will benefit homeless animals in the area. The festival begins at 6 p.m. inside Studio Movie Grill, 11170 N. Central. spca.org or petflix.org.

PAmPER YOuR PALATE

Af TER m ORE THAN A d E c A d E , it’s safe to say The Mercury has perfected the art of indulgent dining. Executive chef Chris Ward has masterminded purely decadent dishes, like lobster soufflé in a rich creamed brandy sauce, and 48-hour braised short ribs, which practically dissolve on your tongue. In other words, leave your diet at the door. This is a place you’ll want to splurge. And after you’re done pampering that palate, unwind in the recently added swanky Side Bar, where you can linger over an after-dinner cocktail in one of the handsome leather lounge chairs.

—MarleNa Chavira-MeDForD

Consider it the ultimate carnivore indulgence: The burger bar in the NorthPark Center store lets you choose from five types of patties (including Kobe beef), four types of buns, six kinds of cheese, and dozens of sauces and toppings.

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A TO Z WINEWORKSROSÉ 2008 ($10) USA>

Welcome to the eighth annual Advocate rosé column, where motto is: If it’s summer and you have $10, you can buy a pretty good rosé — and sometimes even get change back.

The quality of rosé has improved dramatically since I started the annual rosé column. I don’t know that I have actually tasted poorly made rosé in the past couple of years. Some of them have been too expensive, but that’s another story.

The most important thing to know about rosé is that it isn’t white zinfandel (or white merlot or whatever); rosés are pink wines made with red grapes, and they aren’t sweet. Why are they pink? Because the red grape skins are left in the fermenting grape juice just long enough to color the wine. That’s how all wine gets its color, in fact. White wine is white because the skins aren’t used to color the wine.

Rosés’ fruit flavors are mostly red berries (think strawberry or cranberry). They should be served chilled, and they pair with pretty much any food, including beef and barbecue. Rosé was made for Sunday afternoon, sitting on the back porch, rosé in hand, and burgers on the grill.

A note on vintages: Look for 2009, and be wary of anything dated much earlier than 2008. Rosés are not made to age, and they should be fresh and flavorful. The color in older vintages starts to fade, like paper that yellows.

Rosé styles vary by country. Spanish wines are going to be bone dry with less fruit flavor. French and South American rosés are a little more fruity, while U.S. rosés are the most fruity of all. Some U.S. wines are so full of strawberry flavor that they might even seem sweet. Any of the following (and this is far from a complete list) are well worth trying; you can find them all at Central Market:

Yes, the name is silly, but the quality of the wine makes up for it. This is the rosé for people who want to try something other than white zinfandel. It’s not sweet, but as noted above, it’s so fruity that there is a suggestion of sweetness.

Australia

isn’t much known for rosés, but this wine shows that it should be. The Yalumba is more like a Spanish rosé, with very little fruit and lots of minerality. Plus, using sangiovese gives it an interesting little something that many other rosés don’t have. Highly recommended.

Also made with sangiovese, but with more fruit (cranberry?) and not quite as much minerality as the Yalumba. This is a style of rosé for people who say they don’t like rosé because it’s too fruity.

JEFF SIEGEL’SWEEKLYWINE REVIEWS appear every Wednesday on the Advocate Back Talk blog, advocatemag.com/preston-hollow/blog.

WITH YOUR WINE

Hummus for people who don’t like hummus

Hummus is one of those things that scares people. What is it? How do you eat it? In fact, though most of the time it’s served as a dip, it actually makes a fine side dish for a summer vegetarian-style dinner. Try it with marinated vegetables, corn on the cob, and pitas or crusty bread. It’s the kind of dinner rosé was made for. And use canned chickpeas — boiling dried chickpeas is one of the least rewarding pursuits in the annals of cooking.

Serves four, takes about 15 minutes (adapted from Mark Bittman’s “How to Cook Everything”)

2 c canned chickpeas, drained (reserve liquid)

1/2 c sesame paste (tahini)

1/4 c olive oil plus 1 teaspoon

1 garlic clove, peeled

1 Tbsp ground cumin

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt and pepper to taste

1. Put everything except one teaspoon of olive oil in a food processor and blend. You want a fine puree. Add the reserved chickpea liquid if the mixture is too thick.

2. Taste. Adjust seasonings, garlic and lemon juice if necessary. Serve in a bowl, drizzled with the remaining olive oil and sprinkled with cumin.

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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE

BETWEEN ROSÉ AND WHITE ZINFANDEL?

Rosé is made to be dry; that is, all the sugar in the grapes is converted into alcohol. White zinfandel (or white merlot) is made to be sweet. Either sugar is added during the winemaking process, or some of the sugar in the grapes isn’t converted into alcohol. Those wines will have lower alcohol content.

—JEFF SIEGEL

HOW TO DINE ON 50 DIMES

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$4.75 » Turkey sandwi C h

$4 » hamBurger

$3.75 » grilled C heese

t he vibe: This greasy spoon, with its retro diner counter and fluorescent lighting, is a relic from the early ’60s when it opened, and that’s just the way neighbors like it.

Why it’s a bang for your buck: Keeping true to its home-cooking roots, the food is always hearty and the servings are always more than enough.

for a fe W more dollars: Most sandwiches are about $7, and most entrees won’t run you more than $8.

tip: Don’t overlook the breakfast here, which is served all day. You could, for example, go for a $3.25 cinnamon roll or $4 pancakes or French toast — and then add a couple of eggs, bacon or sausage for a couple of dollars.

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$4 » Chi Cken or shrimp Tom k ha soup

$4.95 » Fried ToF u in a swee T and sour sauC e

$5 » Chi Cken dumplings

the vibe: Tucked in the back corner of Preston Royal Village, this tiny Thai restaurant makes for a quaint little lunchtime getaway.

Why it’s a bang for your buck: If you’re still hungry, you can order a side of noodles, or brown or white rice for about $2.

for a fe W dollars more: For about $8, you can get virtually any stir-fry, curry or noodle bowl on the menu — and in fact, only one item is more than $9.

tip: This place is closed Sundays.

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214.373.8113

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$5 » Quesadilla Topped wiT h F resh pi Co de gallo

$4 » Bowl oF C hi Cken TorTilla soup or red Curry C howder

the vibe: This casual café offers Tex-Mex staples, with a few American dishes peppered in.

Why it’s a bang for your buck: The portions here are plenty, but if you’re still hungry, fill up on the free chips and salsa. for a feW dollars more: If the quesadilla won’t suffice, add a side salad for a few more bucks, or go for the $5.50 taco plate, which comes with rice and beans. tip: If you dine in here Sunday after 4 p.m., kids eat free.

PR es tON & NOR thwest hw Y 214.265.1100

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NEW YORK SUB CO. $4 » SUB SANDWICH

THE VIBE: This hole-in-the-wall is a classic New York-style deli, complete with the Big Apple décor to boot, as it has been since 1974.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: These sandwiches come stacked with provolone, tomato, onion, lettuce and a house dressing — and if you want an extra heaping of meat, it’s just a buck more.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: For about $7 you can get a giant sub sandwich, which will feed two people.

TIP: Because this place is so small, there’s virtually no seating, so plan to get your order to go, or snag a spot on the patio.

ASBURY & HILLCREST

214.522.1070

BURGUESA BURGER

$3 » HAMBURGER

$4 » DOUBLE PATTY HAMBURGER

THE VIBE: Mexican food meets hamburgers at this funky, orange little shack. Order at the window and dine al fresco at one of the picnic tables.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: All the prices here already include tax, plus you can add a fried egg, ham, avocado or bacon to any burger for just 50 cents.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: Make it combo with fries and drink for just $5.50. Or, if you’ve got a monstrous appetite, take on La Monumental: two patties, a slice of ham, double cheese, refried beans, avocado, tomato, onion, lettuce and crispy tostada all between two buns for $5.50.

TIP: This place also serves $1 breakfast tacos all day, which come in your choice of chorizo, bacon or ham — plus you can add hashbrowns for $1. There’re also several bottled Mexican sodas, like Jarritos, made with pure cane sugar.

INWOOD & REDFIELD

214.350.7772

BURGUESA.COM

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HOWARD WANG’S CHINA GRILL

$3.25 » CRAB VELVET CORN SOUP (CREAMY BROTH WITH CRABMEAT, CORN, PEAS AND CARROTS)

$4.25 » SNOW WHITE SEAFOOD SOUP (SHRIMP, SCALLOPS, CRABMEAT AND CALAMARI IN A LIGHT BROTH)

$4 » THAI BASIL ROLLS

$5 » CRISPY TOFU IN GARLIC SAUCE

THE VIBE: Clean lines and glossy bamboo floors abound at this trendy Asian fusion grill.

WHYIT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: You can find your run-of-the-mill fried rice at other places for about $5, but the Asian fusion food here offers a unique mix of Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai influences.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: At $1.75 a pop, you can add a few egg rolls or spring rolls.

TIP: The lunchtime portions here are pretty large, so if you order an extra side of rice, you can probably get away with sharing with a friend — and you’ll each only spend about $6.

LA PALOMA

$5

» TACO PLATTER WITH BEANS AND RICE

THE VIBE: This little shack, which sits in the center of the parking lot at Lakeside Village, dishes out real-deal Mexican food.Expect Mexico City-style street tacos, and hearty stews, like posole.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: Thanks to the generous helping of meat, most people will be full after three tacos. Want more? It’s another $1.25 for another taco.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: For $5.95, you can upgrade to one of the deluxe platters, like flautas, enchiladas or grilled steak all of which come with beans, rice and tortillas.

TIP: This location has a drive-thru, so you can get your order on the go, and in fact, that’s a good idea considering the limited seating space.

WALNUT HILL & CENTRAL

214.378.8220

PIZZA

BY MARCO $2 » SLICE OF PIZZA AND A DRINK

THE VIBE: A no-frills pizzeria — order at the counter, and expect to eat your order standing, as seats fill up fast during lunchtime.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: Not only are the pizza slices here the size of salad plates, you also get them piled with your favorite topping.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: Finish off with a $2 cannoli. TIP: Vegan pizza also is available with choices like soy sausage and pepperoni, but that’ll run you an extra couple bucks.

PRESTON & ROYAL

214.363.6122

PIZZABYMARCO.COM

ZINSKY’S DELICATESSEN $4 » POTATO PANCAKES

$4 » CHEESEBLINTZES

THE VIBE: With its bright and airy décor, this doesn’t look like your typical deli, but the menu delivers the pastrami and bagels you’d expect.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: Breakfast items tend to be cheaper, and luckily, this place serves breakfast all day. For example, you can add a short stack of pancakes or hash browns to your order for $3.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: If you’re not feeling breakfast, $4.50 will buy you a cup of chili topped with cheese, chicken noodle soup, matzo ball soup, or beef and barley soup.

TIP: If you want your order to go, walk straight to the back of the restaurant and order at the deli counter.

PRESTON & ROYAL

214.691.3354

ZINSKYS.COM

SCOTTY P’S HAMBURGERS $4.50 » HAMBURGER

$4.50 » HOTDOG

THE VIBE: Thanks to its kid-friendly menu of hamburgers, hot dogs and milkshakes, this place is usually packed with families, and it’s one of the most popular after-game hangouts.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: These burgers are no joke — they come with all the fixings, and patties are six ounces of ground chuck. If that’s not enough, add another patty for a few more dollars.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: Add onion rings or fries to your order — or, do it real big with the “Cardiac Fries,” which come topped with cheddar, bacon, jalapenos, chives and buttermilk ranch. Just beware, because the portions here are big enough to share. If you’re dining alone, get the “junior order”: It’s half the size.

TIP: Believe it or not, this place serves Dom Perignon. Of course, that’ll run you $300 per bottle, but on the bright side, you can add two burgers and two fries to that for just a buck.

PRESTON & FOREST

972.398.6767

SCOTTYPS.COM

1. KEL’S HOME COOKING - HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH - CLASSIC BLT - TURKEY SANDWICH - HAMBURGER - BOWL OF CHILI - GRILLED CHEESE 972.458.7221

2. BEST THAI - CHICKEN OR SHRIMP TOM KHA SOUP - FRIED TOFU IN A SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE - CHICKEN DUMPLINGS 214.373.8113

3. TIN STAR - QUESADILLA TOPPED WITH FRESH PICO DE GALLO

214.265.1100

4. NEWYORK SUB CO - SUB SANDWICH

214.522.1070

5. BURGESA BURGER - HAMBURGER - DOUBLE PATTY HAMBURGER 214.350.7772

6. HOWARD WANG’S - CRAB VELVET CORN SOUP (CREAMY BROTH WITH CRABMEAT, CORN, PEAS AND CARROTS)

- SNOW WHITE SEAFOOD SOUP (SHRIMP, SCALLOPS, CRABMEAT AND

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CALAMARI IN A LIGHT BROTH)

- THAI BASIL ROLLS - CRISPY TOFU IN GARLIC SAUCE 214.366.1606

7. LA PALOMA - TACO PLATTER WITH BEANS AND

214.378.8220

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8. PIZZA BY MARCO

SLICE OF PIZZA AND A DRINK

9. ZINSKY’S DELI - POTATO PANCAKES CHEESE BLINTZES

10. SCOTTY P’S

HOTDOG

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CHAAT SALAD (CHICKEN, POTATOES AND CUCUMBER MARINATED IN A TANGY SAUCE)

CHOOZA PAKORA (CHICKEN MARINATED IN YOGURT AND INDIAN SPICES)

- SAMOSAS (CRISPY PATTIES STUFFED WITH GROUND MEAT, PEAS AND INDIAN HERBS)

TAJ MAHAL

$3.25 » CHAAT SALAD (CHICKEN, POTATOES AND CUCUMBER MARINATED IN A TANGY SAUCE)

$4 » CHOOZA PAKORA (CHICKEN MARINATED IN YOGURT AND INDIAN SPICES)

$4 » SAMOSAS (CRISPY PATTIES STUFFED WITH GROUND MEAT, PEAS ANDINDIAN HERBS)

THE VIBE: This shoebox-shaped holein-the-wall, decked in ornate wallpaper and tiny chandeliers, has been doling out Indian food for more than 25 years.

WHY IT’S A BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: Thanks to cream-based sauces, potatoes and plenty of rice, it doesn’t get much more filling than Indian fare, and this place is no exception.

FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE: You can add fresh baked bread to your order for about $2, add soup for $2.50, or one of the many appetizers for about $3. And for about $9, you can get the lunchtime buffet, which includes salad, bread, several entrees and dessert.

TIP: This hole-in-the-wall gets pretty packed around lunchtime, so try to beat the rush — or better yet, call in your order to go.

MEADOW & CENTRAL

214.692.0535

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VIEW: Readers will have a chance to pick the winner. Online Voting will be available week of July 12-17 at advocatemag.com

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Ga StON OakS BaPtISt / Greenville Ave & Royal Lane

Sunday Worship 10:45 am / Bible Study 9:30 am

www.gastonoaks.org / 214.348.0958

WIlSHIRe BaPtISt / 4316 Abrams / 214.452.3100

Pastor George A. Mason Ph.D. / Worship 8:30 & 11:00 am

Bible Study 9:40 am / www.wilshirebc.org

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e a St dalla S cHRIStIaN cHURcH / 629 N. Peak Street / 214.824.8185

Sunday School 9:30 am / THE TABLE Worship Gathering 9:30 am

Worship 8:30 & 10:50 am / Rev. Deborah Morgan / www.edcc.org

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cHURcH Of tHe INcaRNatION / 3966 McKinney Ave / 214.521.5101

Sunday: Traditional 7:30, 9:00, 11:15 am and 5:00 pm

Contemporary 9:00, 11:15 am and 6:00 pm / incarnation.org

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ZION lUtHeRaN cHURcH & ScHOOl / 6121 E Lovers Ln.

Sunday: Sunday School 9:15 am, Worship 8:00 am, 10:30 am, & 6:00 pm / 214.363.1639 / www.ziondallas.org

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NORtHPaRk PReSByteRIaN cHURcH / 214.363.5457 9555 N. Central Expwy. / www.northparkpres.org

New Pastor: Rev. Brent Barry / 8:30 & 11:00 am Sunday Services

SUMMeR vacatION

E VEN IF YOU CAN ’ T GET AWAY, AT LEAST TAKE A BREAK

As we stand on the threshold of summer, I hope that you will have the opportunity to get away. Perhaps your plans include travel to visit distant family, or maybe some vacation spot where you can see new things and enjoy a change of pace.

On the other hand, a getaway may not be in the cards this year. If that’s the case, you are certainly not alone. The economy has not been exactly kind in recent months, and the idea of a vacation may seem a distant memory.

Either way, I do hope you get away, for there are lots of ways to be refreshed that don’t require a plane ticket or a hotel reservation. Just because this may not be the year for your dream vacation doesn’t mean that you can’t exercise a few ways to renew your soul and spirit.

6. Learn to listen. Try less to be interesting, and concentrate on being interested. Gifted listeners are rare, and they are always loved.

7. Have a picnic in a state park. Our park system is a treasure, and most of us hardly

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Allow me to catalog a few things that most of us can do to make the most of the summer:

1. Read a good book. Take some time to browse in a bookstore or local library. Find something a friend has enjoyed, or read one of those books that were on your high school reading list that you never got around to. Schools recommend them for a reason.

2. Read the good book. You know the one. It’s that Bible that’s been gathering dust on the shelf. Find a good readable translation, and read it. Spiritually, it will bring you closer to God. Culturally, it is the basis of much of our culture, art, music and literature. Besides which, it’s full of really good stories!

3. Get some exercise. You’ll get to smell the summer flowers and the new-mown grass. You’ll lose weight, and your body will produce those good chemicals that work like a free antidepressant (OK, I’m preaching to myself here).

4. Get together with a neglected friend that person you’ve been “getting around” to calling for too long. Catch up.

5. Get up early. It’s a myth that sleeping late refreshes the soul. You miss the best part of the day. The early morning is quiet, cooler, and the phone doesn’t ring.

ever use them. There’s nothing better than the smell of charcoal mingled with the echoes of children at play.

8. Volunteer. Do something to get outside yourself. Feed the homeless at The Bridge, or teach English as a second language at Vickery Meadow Learning Center. Or if you want a “serving vacation”, call me and I’ll tell you how you can go to Nicaragua and install a stove for a family.

9. Get a physical. You’ll gain a sense of wellbeing. Men, get your PSA checked. Women, have a mammogram. Everybody my age, schedule a colonoscopy. It could save your life, and give you lots more summers to enjoy.

10. You knew I’d get to it: Go to your place of worship. Good parking and seats are more available in the summer, and God will meet you there.

Monie is senior pastor of the

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by Advocate Publishing and the churches listed on these pages. For information about helping support the Worship section, call 214.560.4202.

Learn to listen. Try less to be interesting, and concentrate on being interested. Gifted listeners are rare, and they are always loved.

Blair

Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (phpc.org). The Worship section

TuToring & Lessons

A+ PIANO TEACHER WADE COTTINGHAM Super Refs. LWood Res. wadewademusic.com 214-564-6456

ART: Draw or Paint. All Levels. L. Highlands North Rec. Ctr. Jane Cross. 214-534-6829, Linda 214-808-4919.

ARTISTIC GATHERINGS

Art Classes For All Ages. Casa Linda Plaza. 214-821-8383. www. artisticgatherings.com

DALLAS COLLEGE & TEST PREP Tutoring: SAT, ACT, THEA, TExES, Math, English. www.dallastestprep.com, 214-341-0076

DANCE-MOVEMENT-SOUND is Dance, Gymnastics & Instruments for boys & girls, 2 1/2 & up. Ballet for 3 & up. 20 yrs exp. Plano Rd./ NW Hwy. near Kroger. Anette Brown 214-893-3715

DRUM & PIANO LESSONS All Ages/All Styles. Your location. UNT Grads. Betty & Bill 972-203-1573

GUITAR, PIANO, YOUR HOME Fun/Easy. 9-Adult. UNT Music Degree. Larry 469-358-8784

VOICE TEACHER with 37 years experience. MM, NATS, MTNA www.PatriciaIvey.com 214-324-5625

Spanish Immersion Classes in East Dallas

Private and Small Group Classes for Adults & Children Spanish Immersion Preschool Mon. - Fri. 5740 Prospect Ave. #1000

DallasSpanishHouse.com 214-826-4410

ChiLdCare

CUDDLY KIDS Now Enrolling All Ages. Hourly/weekly Care. Fri-Sat. Till 11:30pm. cuddlykidscare.com 214-368.KIDS (5437)

EXPERIENCED OVERNIGHT CAREGIVER FOR INFANTS including multiples. References. Kendell 214-346-9220

LOVING, CHRIST-CENTERED CARE SINCE 1982

Lake Highlands Christian Child Enrichment Center Ages 2 mo.-12 yrs. 9919 McCree. 214-348-1123.

HOME ON THE RANGE

The students of Providence Christian School recently got a taste of what life was like in the 19 th century during “pioneer day.” Students pulled wool, sang folk songs, and panned for gold. Forget the Wii or iPod, here Preston Hollow kids Gray McCabe and Ana Bruce entertain themselves with toys similar to what Laura Ingalls Wilder would have played with.

ChiLdCare

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ALL CASH VENDING Do you earn $800/day? Local Vending Routes. 25 machines+candy. $9,995 800-807-6485

TEACHER - East Dallas Developmental Center (eddc.net) now hiring for infants class. eddcad@gmail.com or 214-821-7766

serviCes for you

AT ODDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER? Easily Learn Essential Skills. Services Include Digital Photo Help.Sharon 214-679-9688

BUSINESS BOOKKEEPING Yearly Tax Prep, Monthly Service or Quickbooks Set-Up Robyn Young, CFP 214-564-8171

CONFUSED? FRUSTRATED? Let A Seasoned Pro Be The Interface Between You & That Pesky Computer. Hardware & Software Installation, Troubleshooting, Training. $60/hr. 1 hr min. Dan 214-660-3733 or stykidan@sbcglobal.net

DONATE YOUR CAR Free Towing. “Cars For Kids” Any Condition. Tax Deductible. Outreach Center. 1-800-597-9411

NEED A VACATION? Great Customer Service For Cruises, Family vacations, Honeymoons & More. Worldwide Cruises and Tours mariannewoody.wwtravel@yahoo.com 214-929-2069

WE FINANCE COMPUTERS You’re approved. guaranteed. Bad credit Ok. Checking account required. 877-609-7845

YOUR COMPUTER GEEK Let Me Solve Your Computer Problems. 25 Yrs. Exp. Hardware/Software Issues/Install. Network Setup, Home & Small Business. $50 per Hr. Mike. 214-552-1323. mikecomputergeek@gmail.com

Pearl... A “Precious” find in Quality Dry cleaning! Now Offering FREE

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ADvOc ATE s FOR ThE vOIcELE ss

Preston Hollow residents Gil and Gail marmol recently were sworn in as volunteers for Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Here they are after taking the oath in the 304 th Dallas County District Court with Judge William mazur presiding. Dallas CASA is a nonprofit organization of volunteers appointed by judges to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the foster care system. As CASA volunteers, the Marmols will serve as a voice for children who have no one else to speak for them. Visit dallascasa.org for more information.

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profeSSional ServiceS

ACCOUNTING, TAXES Small Businesses & Individuals. Chris King, CPA 214-824-5313 www.chriskingcpa.com

BOOKKEEPING NEEDS? Need Help Organizing Finances?

No Job Too Small or Big. Call C.A.S Accounting Solutions. Cindy 214-821-6903

CUSTOM RESUMES Any Level or Field. Invest in your career. Katie. 214-499-4289, katie_shahan@yahoo.com

ESTATE/PROBATE MATTERS Because every family needs a will. Mary Glenn, J.D. maryglennattorney.com • 214-802-6768

UMAX MORTGAGE 20 yrs exp. 1st time buyers/Refi rates low. Stephanie Glazer. 214-579-1493 sglazer@umaxmortgage.com

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Flexible major medical, HSA’s, dental, life, critical care.

Specializing in individuals, families and small businesses.

Call your local agent Lori Hu at 214-738-4783

Website Design

Flash Demos

Graphic Design

RibbitMultimedia .com 214.560.4207

Mind, Body & Spirit

ANNE PENMAN Stop smoking, lose weight, reduce stress with laser therapy. 214-503-7955 www.annepenman.com

FOR WOMEN ONLY In Home Fitness Training. Cooper Certified Personal Trainer. 214-802-8932

HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS Motivational, Compassionate & Confidential Sessions Offered To Those Wanting To Lose Weight & Gain A Healthier Lifestyle. Dr. Nicole Mangum, Health Psychologist. 214-692-6666 ext. 311

W.O.W. WE ONLY WAX www.weonlywax.com

Full body waxing for men and women. 214-739-2929

WWW.TRAINWITHJEAN.COM On -Line Personal Training Or At Lakewood Gym. email@trainwithjean.com 214-886-1459

petS

BIRDDOGCATFISH Caring For Pets In Their Own Home With Familiar Sights, Smells & Routines. Dog Walks, Vacations, Overnights. Beth. 469-235-3374

K9 POOP PICK UP Love your dog, but hate the mess? Let us pick it up for you. You’ll love it. Call 214-341-1557 today!

POOP SCOOP PROFESSIONALS Trust The Experts. 214-826-5009

RED ROVER PET SITTING rates from $14/visit. Overnights and daily rates available redroverdallas.com 214-914-3863

THEPETNANNYDALLAS.COM In-home TLC for cats, dogs & birds. Bonded & insured. Ask for The Pet Nanny. 214-244-4330

TADDY’S

All pet services available. Dog Walks and Home Visits. Reasonable rates. References. 214-732-4721

Buy/Sell/trade

TEXAS RANGERS BASEBALL SUITE Share this prime suite on a single-game basis for select games during the 2010 season. Our suite is located directly behind home plate, and each game includes 16 tickets, three parking passes, game day programs, private bathroom, air-conditioned seating, three televisions with cable channels, and a great view of the game and the Ballpark. Great for birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions and client appreciation events. Email rangerssuite@gmail.com or call 214-560-4212 for more information.

eState/GaraGe SaleS

ESTATE SALES & LIQUIDATION SERVICES

Moving, Retirement, Downsizing. One Piece Or A Houseful. David Turner. 214-908-7688. dave2estates@aol.com

real eState

EXECUTIVE SUITE Need a single office for your growing business? Check out the Lakewood Tower Suites on the top floor of the Wells Fargo Bank Building, 6301 Gaston. We have a 10-by-14-foot office available for $475 monthly and a 14-by15-foot office for $675 monthly; included are all utilities and a free T-1 internet connection. You’ll have access to a kitchen with icemaker, dishwasher and refrigerator, a shared conference room, covered parking and a secure building environment. We also have a 1,800-square-foot sublease available in the building. Call 214-560-4212 for information.

Buy/Sell 214-321-5943 CHAMNESS SERVICES A/C & Heat Sales & Service. Res/Com. Serving Dallas 21 yrs. 214-328-0938 TACL003800C

FOR QUALITY, QUALIFIED SERVICE CALL 214-350-0800 ABS AC & Heat TACLA28514E

LAKEWOOD HEAT & AIR Servicing Dallas 20+ years. MC/Visa 214-682-3822 TACLA28061E

APPLIANCE REPAIR SPECIALIST

Repair, Sales. 214-321-4228

JESSE’S A/C & APPLIANCE SERVICE

TACLB13304C All Makes/Models. 214-660-8898

CARPENTRY & REMODELING

ABATIS CARPENTRY

Specializing in Small Remodels & Repairs. Baths, Kitchens, Doors, Cabinets, Etc. Plenty of Refs. Paul, 214-893-3648

BO HANDYMAN Kitchens, baths, doors, cabinets, custom carpentry, drywall & painting 214-437-9730

CARPENTER Custom Cabinets, & Trim, Reorganize Closets, Repair Rotten Wood, Set Doors, Kitchen & Baths, Refs. Return Calls By End Of Business Day. Dave. 214-684-4800

DAVIS Custom Carpentry & Home Repair/Remodel davis.charles94@yahoo.com 214-608-9171

G&G DEMOLITION Tear downs, Haul. Interior/Exterior. 214-808-8925

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right! www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

PREVIEW CONSTRUCTION INC.

HardiPlank 50 Yr. Cement Siding, Energy Star Windows. Kitchens-Baths-Additions & More. 214-348-3836. See Photo Gallery at: www.previewconstruction.com

REMODEL FOR LESS 972-822-7501

www.CuttingEdgeRenovationsLLC.com

SQUARE NAIL WOODWORKING

Cabinet Refacing, Built-ins, Entertainment/ Computer Centers. Jim. 214-324-7398 www.squarenailwoodworking.com

$10 OFF 1ST CLEAN A CLEAN SWEEP We Do It All. Pet Sit Also. 469-951-2948 214-938-4284

$20 OFF - MAID 4 YOU Bonded & Insured. Park Cities/M Street Refs. Joyce. 214-232-9629

CINDY’S HOUSE CLEANING 15 yrs exp. Resd/Com. Refs. Dependable. 972-213-8614

CLEAN FREAKS Since 2005. Free Estimates. DallasCleanFreaks.com Call Today! 214-821-8888

KDR SERVICES Residential and Vacant Property Cleaning. 214-349-0914

Total Cleaning Service. 15 Yrs Exp. Residential.

MESS MASTERS Earth friendly housecleaning. 469-235-7272. www.messmasters.com Since ‘91

THE MAIDS 4 Person Teams. Bonded & Insured. www.maids.com Free Estimates. 800-843-6243

WANTED Houses To Clean & Windows to Wash 20 Years Exp. Reliable, Efficient, Excellent Refs., Sunni 214-724-2555

WINDOW MAN WINDOW CLEANING.COM Residential Specialists. BBB. 214-718-3134

Computers & eleCtroniCs

214-321-1110 I.T. ROADMAP Tech Support

Home or Business computers repaired. Virus, Internet, wireless, slow, All fixed! Brad or Amy

A+ CERTIFIED COMPUTER SERVICE

Business/Home. Repair, Data & Networks

Call a PC Pro: Rusty 214-912-0885

BILL’S COMPUTER REPAIR

Virus Removal, Data Recovery. Home /Biz. Network Install. All Upgrades & Repairs. PC Instruction, No Trip Fee. 214-348-2566

COMPUTER AND NETWORK SUPPORT

OMGFixit.com. Operating Systems, hardware, security & game consoles. 214-926-7144

CONFUSED? FRUSTRATED? Let A Seasoned

Pro Be The Interface Between You & That Pesky Computer. Hardware & Software Installation, Troubleshooting, Training, $60/hr. 1 Hr. Min. Dan 214-660-3733 Or stykidan@sbcglobal.net

ConCrete/ masonry/paving

CAZARES CONCRETE Concrete retaining walls, Patios, Driveways, Removal, Sidewalks. 214-202-8958 Free estimates.

CONCRETE, Driveway Specialist Repairs, Replacement, Removal, References. Reasonable. Chris 214-770-5001

EDMOND’S PAVING Asphalt & Concrete

•Driveways •Sidewalks •Patios •Repairs 214-957-3216 • www.edmondspaving.com

FLAGSTONE PATIOS, Retaining Walls, BBQ’s, Veneer, Flower Bed Edging, All Stone work. Chris 214-770-5001

MASONRY Brick/Stone Repairs. Don 214-704-1722

eleCtriCal serviCes

ALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES 972-877-4183 Res/Com E19347 McCarter Electrical Service, Inc. $50 Off Service Calls in June.

AMPLE AMPS for home/business. TECL 19031

MHK Electrical Contractors, Inc. 214-675-1375

ANTHONY’S ELECTRIC Family Owned/Operated. Insd.19 Yrs Exp.TECL24948 214-328-1333

EXPERIENCED LICENSED ELECTRICIAN All Jobs. Free Est. Insd. Steve. TECL24978. Fritz Electric. 214-718-9648

FRITZ ELECTRIC Lic. Electrician TECL 24978 30 yrs exp. 214-629-0391

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right. handy-dan.com Fans, etc 214-252-1628

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Res/Commercial 20 yrs exp. Free est. 972-489-1597 Brian

MASTER ELECTRICIAN Lic #TECL 55703. Resd/Comcl. Bonded. Contr Lic# TECL23423. Trinity Electrical Services. David 214-802-0436

TEXAS ELECTRICAL • 214-289-0639

Schedule your service call late evenings/weekends with no overtime charges. TECL 24668

TH ELECTRIC Reasonable Rates. Licensed & Insured. Ted. E257 214-808-3658

WHITE ROCK ELECTRIC All Electrical Services. Lic/Insd. E795. 214-850-4891

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FIRST FENCE

Privacy Fencing • Gates Decks • Arbors • Patio Covers

Flooring & Carpeting

Willeford

hardwood floors

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Making Homes Safer One Call at a Time

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Phones Answered 24/7

FenCing & DeCks

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Specializing in Wood, New or Repair. Free Estimates. Call Mike 214-507-9322.

A FATHER, SON & GRANDSON TEAM Wood Fences, Automatic Gates & Decks Call Haven Edwards 214-327-0560

ABSOLUTE TEXAS FENCE

New/Repair Wood Fences. 214-732-0139

AMBASSADOR FENCE INC. Automatic Gates, All Fences. Decks. Since 1996. 214-621-3217

AUTOMATIC DRIVEWAY GATES Installation, Repair, Maintenance, Residential, Commercial. Lone Star Access Control. 214-532-9608

KIRKWOOD FENCE & DECK New & Repair. Free Estimates. Nathan Kirkwood. 214-341-0699

LAKE HIGHLANDS FENCE & DECKS Free Est. Unbeatable Price. 214-674-3858.

LONE STAR DECKS Decks, Arbors, Fences, Patio Covers, TREX Decking & Fencing. www.lonestardecks.com 214-357-3975

STEEL SALVATION Metal Specialist. Welding Repairs, Design, Metal Art, Unique Crosses. Local Resident Over 40 Yrs. 214-283-4673

#1

EST. 1991

COWBOY

FENCE & IRON CO.

214.692.1991

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"You Know Us"

Locally owned and operated since 1980

www.northlakefence.com

214-349-9132

FireplaCe serviCes

CHIMNEY SWEEP Dampers/Brick & Stone

Repair. DFW Metro. Don 214-704-1722

Flooring & Carpeting

AUREUS HARDWOOD FLOORS

2010 specials going on now!! 972-207-4262

BOULE HARDWOOD FLOORS

Installation, Refinishing, Handscrape, Dust Containment System. BBB Accredited Business. (Visa/MC) 214-908-6251

DALLAS HARDWOODS 214-724-0936

Installation, Repair, Refinish, Wax, Hand Scrape. Residential, Commercial. Sports Floors. 25 Yrs.

STAINED CONCRETE FLOORS

New/Remodel. Staining & Waxing. Int/Ext. Nick Hastings. 214-341-5993

TRINITY FLOOR COMPANY 214-943-1157

Since 1934, Trinity Floors has served the Metroplex with fine flooring. trinityfloors.com

WORLEY TILE & FLOORING

Custom Marble Install. 214-779-3842

WHITE ROCK FLOORS

Hardwoods • Tile • Carpet

Low VOC Wood Refinishing wrfloors@sbcglobal.net

214-341-1667

Superior Quality: Installation • Refinishing

Repair • Cleaning & Waxing

Old World Hand Scrape 214-824-1166

FounDation repair

• Slabs • Pier & Beam

• Mud Jacking • Drainage

• Free Estimates

• Over 20 Years Exp. 972-288-3797

We Answer Our Phones

garage Doors

ACCESS GARAGE DOOR New Install. Repair/Replace. 24/7 Emgcy. Free Estimates. 214-585-7663 perfectaccessgaragedoors.com

ROCKET GARAGE DOOR SERVICE -24/7. Repairs/Installs. 214-533-8670. Coupon On Web. www.RocketDoorService.com

SINCE 1938

Residential/Commercial | Sales/Service ALL brands of garage doors and openers

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glass, WinDoWs & Doors

A FATHER, SON & GRANDSON TEAM Expert Window Cleaning. Storm windows our specialty. Haven Edwards 214-327-0560

CUSTOM STAINED/ LEADED GLASS & Repair. 26 years exp. 214-356-8776

EAST DALLAS WINDOW CLEANING Free Estimates. Dependable. Derek. 214-827-7661

ENERGYSMARTIMPROVEMENTS.COM

Window And Door Replacement. 469-358-8137

GREEN WINDOW COMPANY 214-295-5405 Specialty In Replacement Windows/Doors

LAKE HIGHLANDS GLASS & MIRROR custom mirrors • shower enclosures store fronts • casements 214-349-8160

OAK CLIFF MIRROR & GLASS Custom showers, doors, glass, mirrors. 214-747-3717

ROCK GLASS CO Complete Glass & Window Service since 1985. Replace, repair: windows, mirrors, showers, screens. 214-837-7829

WINDOW SASH & SILL REPAIR

Molding and Cabinets. Pete 214-923-5097

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Free Quote 800-660-5811

Handyman ServiceS

4 SEASONS HANDYMAN

We do it all! Call 469-723-1000

A NEIGHBORHOOD HANDYMAN

Electrical, Plumbing, & Carpentry Call Tim Dodson. 214-824-4620, 214-597-4501

ALL STAR HOME CARE

Carpentry, Glass, Tile, Paint, Doors, Sheetrock Repair, and more. Derry 214-505-4830

BO HANDYMAN Kitchens, baths, doors, cabinets, custom carpentry, drywall & painting 214-437-9730

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right. www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

HOMETOWN HANDYMAN All phases of construction. No job too small 214-327-4606

HONEST, SKILLED SERVICE With a Smile. General Repairs/ Maintenance. 214-215-2582

KIRKPATRICK Home Service 214-729-8334

Skilled Carpentry • White Rock area 28 Years

MARK GASKILL All Repairs/Remodels. Int/Ext. Skilled. wWw‘74. 972-333-8884 home/business

NEED HELP? FAST! Repairs/Remodel. Chris, Rick. 214-693-0678, 214-381-9549

NO JOB TOO BIG. NO JOB TOO SMALL. 38 years exp. Ron Payne 214-755-9147

PEREZ HOME REPAIRS All Jobs, Repairs, Renovations. References. 214-489-0635

SERVICE CHIEF Maintenance/Repairs, Honey

Do’s, Power Wash. William 214-324-1280

WANTED: ODD JOBS & TO DO LISTS

Repair, Paint, Clean, Install. 26 years experience. Allen’s Handyman & Home Repair 214-288-4232

WHITE ROCK HANDYMAN Paint & Remodel References. Mark Reindel 214-321-5280

WINDOW SASH & SILL REPAIR

Molding and Cabinets. Pete 214-923-5097

HouSe Painting

A TEXTURE & FINISH SPECIALIST Since 1977. Int/Ext. Kirk’s Works 972-672-4681

A TONY’S PAINTING SERVICE Interior & Exterior 972-234-0770 mobile 214-755-2700

ABRAHAM PAINT SERVICE A Women Owned Business 25 Yrs. Int/Ext. Wall Reprs. Discounts On Whole Interiors and Exteriors 214-682-1541

BENJAMIN’S PAINTING SERVICE Quality Work At Reasonable Prices. 214-725-6768

MANNY’S HOME PAINTING & REPAIR Int./Ext. Sheetrock. Manny 214-554-1327

RAMON’S INT/EXT PAINT Sheetrock, Repairs. 214-679-4513

VIP PAINTING & DRYWALL Int/Ext. Sheetrock Repair, Resurfacing Tubs, Counters, Tile Repairs. 972-613-2585

BRIAN GREAM

PAINTING & RENOVATIONS LLC

• Interior/Exterior • Drywall

• Rotten Wood • Gutters All General Contracting Needs

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DAYST R PAINTING

Interior/Exterior We also Stain/Seal Decks and Fences dstarconstruction@yahoo.com

972-801-7827

inSulation/ radiant Barrier

ENERGYSMARTIMPROVEMENTS.COM

Radiant Barrier Insulation. 469-358-8137

interior deSign

A CLEAN SLATE Bring Life Into Your Home

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INTERIOR DESIGN / CONSULTING

Carolyn Contreras ASID

Licensed/Exp. 214-363-0747

KIM ARMSTRONG INTERIOR DESIGN www.interiorsbykim.com

Licensed/CID/ASID 214-500-0600

LILLI DESIGN Residential, Commercial. NCIDQ Cert.10 Yrs Exp. www.lilli-design.com

Katie Reynolds 214-370-8221

WINDOWWORKS BY REBECCA

Shop At Home For Custom Window Treatments. 214-215- 2981

Specializing in Custom Blended Colors and Decorative Applications

Italian Plaster Hand Painted Designs Color Washes Design & Decor

lawnS, gardenS & treeS

4 SEASONS LAWN & LANDSCAPE Maintenance, Design, Stonework Call Aaron 214-636-0143

A BETTER TREE COMPANY • JUST TREES Complete tree services including Tree & Landscape Lighting! Call Mark 214-332-3444

A BETTER TREE MAN Trims, Removals, Insd. 10 Yrs Exp. Roberts Tree Service. 214-808-8925

A&B LANDSCAPING Full Lawn Care, Landscaping, Tree Trimming, Fireplaces & Stonework. Lic #0283917- Degreed Horticulturist 214-221-4421 - 214-534-3816

ALTON MARTIN LANDSCAPING Spectacular Curbside Appeal! Excellent refs. 214-893-2420

HouSe Painting

1 AFFORDABLE HOUSE PAINTING and Home Repair. Quality work. Inside and Out. Free Ests. Local Refs. Ron 972-816-5634 or 972-475-3928

#1 GET MORE PAY LES

85% Referrals/Estimates 214-348-5070

A GREAT PAINTER FOR YOU Affordable. All Jobs. Steve Macon. 214-577-3383

This New Year. Interior & Event Design Services. Tablescapes, Artful Details. Don Moore Interiors and Event Design. For A Free Consultation. dpm0202@mac.com

270-993-0782

A LADY’S TOUCH WALLPAPERING

Texture, Paint & Repair. 27 yrs. exp. Free Est. Call Martha 972-712-2465; 972-832-3396

CIELA DESIGN 832-428-3857 Residential/Commercial Interior Design Services. cieladesign.com

Trompe L’oeil Distressed Finishes Wood Grains Color Consultation www.fauxgetaboutit.com

ARTHUR’S SPRINKLER REPAIR Serving E. Dallas for 20 yrs. LI 3449. 214-660-4860

Amy Christensen 214.693.8556

KitcHen/BatH/ tile/grout

FENN CONSTRUCTION Any Tile Anywhere. www.dallastileman.com 214-343-4645

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” Remodel’s Done Right. handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

MIKE ALAN 469-576-1636. 25 Years Experience in the Art of Installing Tile.

STONE AGE Granite, Marble, Tile. Kitchens & Baths. Counter Tops. www.stoneagetexas.com. Dennis 972-276-9943

TOM HOLT TILE Expert In Tile, Backsplashes & Floors. Refs. Avail. 214-770-3444

AYALA’S LANDSCAPING SERVICE Call the Land Expert Today! Insured. 214-773-4781

B.J.’S LANDSCAPING Complete Lawn & Garden Maintenance. Seasonal Color/Perennials. Certified. 16 Yrs. Exp. Res/Com. 214-336-4673

BARE ROOTS LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS 214-421-1153. www.barerootsdesigns.com

BEACHSCAPE Lawn Maintenance & Landscaping. Stonework. Seasonal Color and Perennials. Residential/Commercial. Free Ests. 214-287-3571

BILLY JACK SPRINKLER REPAIR & INSTALL

Locate & Repair Leaky Valves, Pipes, Heads. Add Rain Freeze Sensor. 972-303-0007

BLOUNTS TREE SERVICE Spring Tree Service

Special: Receive $25 Off With This Ad. Trimming. Removals. Mistletoe Ivy Removal. Refs Avail. Free Ests. 44 yrs exp. Insured. Grady 214-275-5727

BUSSEYS LAWN CARE $30 Weekly. Hedges. Clean ups. 214-725-9678

CASTRO TREE SERVICE Quality Work at Great Rates. Free est. Insured. 214-337-7097

CHUPIK TREE SERVICE

Trim, Remove, Stump Grind. Free Est. Insured. 214-823-6463

COMPLETE LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

Drainage, Stone Work, Sprinklers, Design. Free Estimates. 972-898-6197

DALLAS K.D.R.SERVICES • 214-349-0914

Lawn Service & Landscape Installation

DALLAS TREE SURGEONS Tree Trimming, Removal & Sales. Free Estimates. 972-633-5462 www.dallastreesurgeons.com

DAVID’S COMPLETE LAWN CARE And Tree Service. 214-459-7404

EARTHGRAPHICS Landscape Construction And Design. Glenna 469-995-1495

HOLISTIC TREE CARE

A Full-Service Tree Care Company Chuck Ranson, Certified Arborist c.ranson@sbcglobal.net 214-537-2008

HOLMAN IRRIGATION

Sprinkler & Valve Repair/ Rebuild Older Systems. Lic. #1742. 214-398-8061

MOW YOUR YARD $27 White Rock Landscaping 214-415-8434

ORTIZ LAWNCARE Complete Yard Care. Service by Felipe. Free Est. 214-215-3599

PLumbing

A2Z PLUMBING 214-727-4040

All Plumbing Repairs. Slab Leak Specialists. Licensed & Insured. ML# M36843.

ANDREWS PLUMBING • 214-354-8521

RONS LAWN Organic Solutions. Not Environmental Pollution. Landscape & Maintenance 972-222-LAWN (5296)

SPRINKLERS, LANDSCAPING, Stone Work, Drainage. Installed and Repair. Call Kevin at 214-535-3352,Lic#7840. www.bigdirrigation.com

TAYLOR MADE

Backflow Testing Cell-469-853-2326. John

TREE

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# M37740 Insured. All your plumbing needs.

ARRIAGA PLUMBING: Repairs, Remodels, Water Heaters, Stoppages. Ins’d. Lic 20754 214-321-0589 214-738-7116

JOE FAZ 214-794-7566

Sewers • Drains • Bonded License #1138402 • Available 24 hours / 7 days

JUSTIN’S PLUMBING SERVICE

For All Your Plumbing Needs. ml#M38121 972-523-1336. www.justinsplumbing.com

M&S PLUMBING Quality Work & Prompt Service. Jerry. 214-235-2172. lic.#M-11523

REPAIRS, Fixtures,General Plumbing. Senior Discounts. Campbell Plumbing. 214-321-5943

SHEFFIELD PLUMBING We do it right the 1st time. Repairs, Rmdls. Insd. 214-941-8600

SPECK PLUMBING Licensed & Insured C 214-562-2360 • H 214-660-8378

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Astro Plumbing

20 Years in the Plumbing Business

Full Service Plumbing Company

Drains Augered • Slab Leaks • Water Heaters I can beat any estimate you get FREE estimates over the phone Call Michael • 214.566.9737

PLUMBING SERVICES

PooLs

LEAFCHASERS POOLS Service & Repairs. Insured. APSP Cert. Local Resident Jonathan. 214-729-3311

MICHAEL’S POOL SERVICE

Maintenance & Repair 214-727-7650

PLAYMORE POOLS CO. Design, Construction, Consulting & Renovations. 214-823-0169 www.playmorepools.com

THE POOL LADY Personal/Affordable/Quality Pool Care since 1982. Marsha 214-553-1974

WHITE ROCK POOL CLEANING

Friendly Service & Repairs. 20 yrs experience whiterockpools.com David 214-769-8012

Roofing & gutteRs

A&B GUTTER 972-530-5699

Clean Out, Repair/Replace. Leaf Guard. Free Estimates. Lifetime Warranty

DFW ROOFING Reliable, Affordable, Experienced. 214-725-3946

GREEN SERVICE COMPANY 214-295-5405

Roof replacement-solar vents & skylights

ROOF LEAKS? LATHAM ROOFING

All Types of Re-Roofing and Repairs. Res.& Com. Since 1973. 214-340-3500

WHITE ROCK ROOFING AND REPAIRS

Free Estimates • 24 hours • Rod 214-244-1329

BLOCK OF BOEDECKER WHERE DALLAS POLICE DISCOVERED A MAN WHO HAD BEEN SHOT

9:40 P.M.

APPROXIMATE TIME THE INJURED MAN WAS TAKEN TO BAYLOR HOSPITAL, WHERE HE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD 2

SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR THE CRIME, WHO POLICE BELIEVE ABDUCTED, ROBBED AND KILLED THE VICTIM, AND A THIRD SUSPECT WAS STILL AT LARGE AT THE TIME OF PRESS

THE ABOVE CRIME HAPPENED APRIL 14. SOURCE: DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT

THE LAMPPOST HAD BEEN DECAPITATED.

The Victim: Harlan Hopchik

The Crime: Criminal mischief/vandalism

Harlan Hopchik is perplexed. He was in his Pagewood neighborhood home and heard a loud thud in his front yard. He quickly ran toward the sound, and could not believe what he saw.

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“Somebody basically just drove their car into my yard and hit the lamppost,” he says. “It looks like someone then threw the lamp off the post toward my door.”

As he left his home, he was just able to make out a car driving away. The lamppost that had been in front of his home was dislodged and broken. Hopchik says the lamp is large with concrete at the base and a metal pole out the top, providing light at night for his neighborhood. The lamp did not damage the exterior of his home, he says, but the lamp sustained considerable damage, as did a section of his yard.

“It left a divot about two feet wide. It’s the weirdest thing I’ve ever seen. I just can’t figure it out,” he says.

Barry Payne of the Dallas Police North Central Patrol Division says it is plausible that a thief was hoping to target the lamp for copper or other metals.

“Anything made of aluminum, copper or some other recyclable metals are targets for metal thieves. Based on the information we received on this case, the lamppost was not stolen, only damaged,” Payne says. “We don’t know if this was because the thief was scared off and did not get away with the post, or it was damaged some other way.

“It would only be speculation what happened and why without capturing a suspect to tell us. Something like this could have been done because a neighbor didn’t like the light because it shined into his house, was trying to steal the light or any number of things. Since we don’t have a suspect, we just don’t know.” —SEAN CHAFFIN

HILLCREST MUSIC TEACHER Brian Smith is a finalist for DISD’s Teacher of the Year award. Smith has been at the school for three years, building the band from 19 members to more than 130 in that time.

HILLCREST SCIENCE TEACHER Ward Coats won a $10,000 grant from Toyota and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) for excellence and innovation in science education. Coats, who was one of 79 teachers selected from more than 500 applicants, will use the grant to improve his biology curriculum, and students will be able to use the laboratory at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.

URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS has expanded its campus to include the French Family Science, Math & Technology Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to prepare young women for careers in the sciences, math and world languages. The 70,000-square-foot building was funded in part by a $5 million grant in 2006 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation — followed by a second grant of $2 million in 2007. This is the first school building in the Southwest to receive the LEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.

W.T. WHITEHIGH SCHOOL’S varsity and mixed choirs recently performed a UIL concert, during which they earned top ratings. White was the only DISD 5-A comprehensive high school to achieve that honor. Several White students also recently qualified to compete in the state UIL choir competition. These students, coached by Michael Parker and Larissa Kiefer, include: Paola Arreola, Katie Barnett, Andie Barrera, Hugo Campos, Griselda Cortez, Evadney Duncan, Caryssa Hawkins, Lindsay Matteis, Jasmine McCellan, Randi Mireles, Julie Negussie, Nia Newton, Dustin Nicholls, Tempestt Phillips, Anna Plunkett, Sevin Rosa, Brittany Sewell, Megan Sosebee, Demetrio Teniente, Deidre Thornell, Astoria Walton and Jade Watkins

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