A WOMAN’S WORLD

Local nonprofit marks 30 years of helping women succeed in commercial real estate

When Irene Hosford began her career as a commercial real estate lawyer 31 years ago, she usually was the only woman at the negotiating table.

“That’s no longer the case,” she says. The neighborhood resident is now a partner with the downtown firm Brown McCarroll Attorneys at Law, and she continued on page 31

North Dallas Antique Mall

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

CAMILLE’S CREATIONS

Personalized painted piggy bank, cork board & lap desk. Come see our selection of painted & monogrammed gifts. 4235 W. Lovers Lane 214.750.0073

Advocate Foundation’s 2010 limited-edition, numbered, and individually hand-painted ornament. Sales benefit neighborhood organizations and events. For more information, call 214.292.0486 or go to foundation.advocatemag.com

St. John’s Episcopal School

janie christy schOOL Of dance

9090 skillman, ste. 299a dallas 75243 / 214.343.7472 www.janiechristydance.com

Janie Christy begins her 18th year teaching children to dance in Lake Highlands! Classes begin Tuesday, September 7, 2011. Offerings include creative movement, preschool ballet & tap combos, kindergarten thru adults in ballet, tap, jazz-hip/hop, modern, musical theatre and drill team preparation. Fall Mom/Tot classes will be Fridays in Sept-Oct, introducing toddlers 14 mos. thru 2 yrs. to fun songs, word plays and dance activities. www.janiechristydance.com

LakehiLL PreParatOry schOOL

Leading to success. 2720 hillside dr., dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931, www.lakehillprep.org Kindergarten through Grade 12 - Lakehill Preparatory School takes the word preparatory in its name very seriously. Throughout a student’s academic career, Lakehill builds an educational program that achieves its goal of enabling graduates to attend the finest, most rigorous universities of choice. Lakehill combines a robust, collegepreparatory curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, individual enrichment, and community involvement. From kindergarten through high school, every Lakehill student is encouraged to strive, challenged to succeed, and inspired to excel.

schOOL Of cOntemPOrary BaLLet daLLas

1902 abrams Pkwy., dallas 75214/ 214.821.2066 www.schoolofcbd.com

Janie Christy

BishOP

Lynch hiGh schOOL

9750 ferguson rd. dallas 75228 / 214.324.3607 www.bishoplynch.org.

Recognized for student achievement, leadership, and innovation, Bishop Lynch High School continues to build on a rich heritage that prepares graduates for a lifetime of success. The mission of Bishop Lynch High School is to teach students “to strive for academic excellence, to seek truth, and to work for justice in the world.” To see that each student emerges with a well-rounded experience, Bishop Lynch offers first-rate academics, including the largest dual enrollment program of any private school in the state of Texas, extensive guidance as students prepare to enter higher education, and a wide-variety of extracurricular and service activities.

Summer Dance & Fitness Classes for Children, Teens, and Adults, June 7— August 13. We offer a variety of programs for children ages two through adult! Morning, afternoon, and Evening classes are available. Choose from a variety of camps: Princes & Princesses, our Ballet/ Tap combo class, Creative Movement, or our Junior and Senior Summer Dance Intensives! We also offer adult, on-going classes, series, and workshops in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, modern, contemporary, dance fitness, Yoga Booty Ballet, Dancing for Birth, Nia, and more! Get quality dance training in the heart of Lakewood! Register today, please see www.schoolofcbd.com for more information.

ridGeWOOd Park PreschOOL & mOther’s day

6445 e. Lovers Ln., dallas 75214 214.369.9250. Conveniently located on Lovers Ln. near Abrams Rd., Ridgewood Park Weekday Programs offers a Preschool and Mother’s Day Out program for 1 through 5 year-olds. Emphasis is placed on helping each child to develop self-confidence and independence through successful learning opportunities. We want children to know their world and be able to participate in it. We are a licensed, developmental school celebrating our 50th anniver- sary in Ridgewood Park United Methodist Church, and we maintain a low teacher/ student ratio. Our school year begins in September, so call for information regarding availability or to schedule a tour. 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.

White rOck nOrth schOOL

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-of-the-art technology lab. Kids Club on the Corner provides meaningful afterschool 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.

ZiOn LUtheran schOOL

6121 e. Lovers Ln. dallas / 214.363.1630

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.