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Thrill with your chili
Sports bar Stan’s Blue Note at 2908 Greenville Ave. on Lower Greenville Avenue is sponsoring their fifth annual Chili Cook-off on Saturday, Jan. 30. Judging will be from 4-6 p.m. The cook-off benefits the North Texas Food Bank. Cost is $10 per entry and $20 on the day of the event. Visit the bar or call 214-827-1977 for more details. — David Mullen
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New CEO at Senior Source After an extensive and thorough committee search and vetting process, The Senior Source has appointed Cortney M. Nicolato, CPHIT, to the position of president and CEO of the North Texasbased nonprofit organization. Ms. Nicolato assumes her responsibilities on Tuesday. She succeeds Molly H. Bogen, LMSW, who is retiring after 40 years at the helm of the 55-year-old organization. The Photo courtesy of The Senior Source Senior Source, a United Way service provider, serves greater Dallas Cortney M. Nicolato. as the go-to nonprofit for aging services. — Betty Houser
Breakfast with a purpose
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Edgemere Executive Chef Victor Jamie and Dallas firefighters. Dallas firefighters at Station 27 in North Dallas received a “station warming” treat when Executive Chef Victor Jamie of Edgemere senior living community came by to cook and serve breakfast on Monday. Also joining them were Edgemere residents Jane Lilley, Carl Mottek, Col. Jim Gilliland and Ted Gilles. Edgemere is proud to be an involved member of the Dallas community, and the staff and residents were very excited to welcome Dallas’ finest to their new station and show appreciation for their service. — Scott Tims In This Issue Of K aty Tr ail Weekly Along the Green Trail........................................................ 4 Classifieds......................................................................... 11 Community Calendar ....................................................... 6 Dotty Griffith .................................................................... 9 Fitness .............................................................................. 5 Hammer and Nails ............................................................ 8 House Call ......................................................................... 4 Mull It Over ....................................................................... 5 Notes from the Editor ....................................................... 4 Restaurant Directory ...................................................... 11 Scene Around Town......................................................... 12 Success on the Trail ........................................................... 4 Travel ............................................................................ 10 William "Bubba" Flint....................................................... 4 Find us at facebook.com/KTWeekly
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OPINION
Fantasy sports becomes political football
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While placing bets on fantasy sports sites might involve skill, there is still an element of chance that equates such leagues with illegal gambling in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a nonbinding opinion released Tuesday. The “odds are favorable that a court would conclude that participation in paid daily fantasy sports leagues constitutes illegal gambling,” Paxton said in the ninepage opinion. But “participation in traditional fantasy sport leagues that occurs in a private place where no person receives any economic benefit other than personal winnings and the risks of winning or losing are the same for all participants does not involve illegal gambling.” In November, state Rep. Myra Crownover, R-Denton, asked the attorney general to weigh in on whether fantasy sports sites such as DraftKings.
com and FanDuel.com which represents the fanwere legal in Texas. The tasy sports industry, said request came days after that Paxton should “stop New York’s attorney gengrandstanding and start eral declared such sites to working with the FSTA be illegal gambling. and the Texas Legislature Those who use the on common-sense consites pay entry fees to put sumer protection issues together fantasy teams like those being proposed Photo by Marjorie Kamys Cotera using real athletes. in Massachusetts, Florida, Texas AG Ken Paxton. Randy Mastro, a lawIndiana, Illinois, California yer for DraftKings, took issue with how and other forward-looking states.” the attorney general said the courts “Paxton’s deliberate misinterpretawould determine whether fantasy sports tion of existing Texas law represents the sites are legal under Texas law. type of governmental overreach that he “The Texas Legislature has expressly himself professes to reject,” Schoenke authorized games of skill, and daily fanadded. tasy sports are a game of skill,” Mastro In a statement Tuesday, Crownover said. “The Attorney General’s prediction said she requested the opinion to clarify is predicated on a fundamental misunthe law on fantasy sports sites. “It is our derstanding” of fantasy sports sites. responsibility to try to make sure no Peter Schoenke, chairman of the business is profiting from illegal activity Fantasy Sports Trade Association (FSTA), in Texas.”
ARTS DISTRICT
Fresh Broadway musical strikes a chord at Winspear By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
IF you find yourself at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House between Jan. 27 and Jan. 31, THEN you’re in Madison Square Garden, where the fresh new “IF/THEN” is set for its one-week run. The irreplaceable Idina Menzel was nominated for both the Tony and Drama Desk awards as outstanding leading actress for “IF/THEN,” when it played at the Richard Rodgers Theatre for a year from 2014 to 2015. Dallas has an opportunity now to enjoy Jackie Burns in the role, who was Menzel’s understudy in New York. Burns must have been thrilled to be Photo by Joan Marcus called on in November to fill in Jackie Burns, who played the lead, “Elpheba” in for an ill Menzel on Broadway. Tony Award-winning “Wicked” filled in for Idina She received kudos. Menzel for a week in “IF/THEN” on Broadway.
From the creative team behind the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning musical, “Next to Normal,” comes music by Tom Kitt; book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and director Michael Greif, also Tony Award winners. The fresh new musical follows the life of Elizabeth, a city planner who moves back to New York to restart her life. When fate takes her down two separate paths, she faces the crossroads of choice and chance. The production also features principal Tamyra Gray, who plays Kate, an elementary school teacher. American Idol groupies will be interested to know that Gray was one of the top four finalists in the show’s first season. She has other memorable ties to the Grammy Award winning Idol. She wrote the songs “I Believe” for Fantasia Barrino and “You Thought Wrong” for 2002’s “Original American Idol,” Fort Worth’s Grammy Award winning Kelly Clarkson. Burns, who bears a striking resemblance to Menzel, had a unique answer in a recent interview with Broadway.com. When asked if anyone see BROADWAY on page 11
OAK LAWN
Old Parkland Debate Tournament scheduled By Jeanne Culver The prestigious Old Parkland Debate Tournament, showcasing elite debate teams from high schools and colleges around the world, is scheduled for Thursday and Friday, Feb. 4-5 in the recently completed glass-domed Pavilion at Old Parkland in Uptown Dallas. The annual two-day event of robust debate pairings will include a college exhibition debate, a high school tournament, a luncheon with a prestigious guest speaker and culminates with an awards ceremony on Friday evening. Established in 2012, the mission of the Old Parkland Debate Tournament is to support and sustain programs that foster education, discussion and debate of relevant topics. The nonprofit
organization was formed to extend Old Parkland’s vision to be a vibrant campus analyzing and exploring contemporary issues and provides an opportunity for the local community to experience a worldclass debate of current topics. The program will be the inaugural debate tournament held in Old Parkland’s Debate Chamber located in The Pavilion, one of four new buildings that are collectively called the West Campus. Inspired by the design of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, the three-story building features a glass dome and public gathering space with a grand spiral staircase leading down to Century Hall and Debate Chamber. Thursday’s schedule begins with a college exhibition tournament between Cornell
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Old Parkland's brand new Debate Chamber. University and Great Britain’s University of Oxford. They will debate a topic that is currently controversial in the state of Texas, as well as all nations: This house believes: refugee immigration as a human right. Participants from 12 teams of high school students return Friday for five rounds of the high school tournament and their final championship round. The high school championship round
will debate another subject of great current conversation: This house believes: limiting civil rights to fight terrorism is counterproductive. Friday’s luncheon in Old Parkland’s Pecan Room will feature speaker, Steve Lehotsky, vice president and chief counsel for regulatory litigation for the U.S. Chamber Litigation Center of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Dr. John Talmadge will serve as luncheon emcee.
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NOTES FROM THE EDITOR
Ted Cruz takes a bruising
Hernias are common mishaps By Dr. Kimberly Washington
answer is typically yes, if the patient can tolerate an operation. The reason for this is that these hernias Umbilical generally get larger over time. hernias are exThat’s usually because we tremely common, tend to gain weight over time, occurring in nearly which stretches the abdomi200,000 Americans nal wall and makes the hole per year. Like every larger. Additionally, the inother hernia, this is testine that is inside your a defect that could abdomen can now get stuck have occurred in the hole, which becomes on its own or be a surgical emergency requirDr. Washington ing a much larger, more risky man-made and is located in the aboperation. Therefore, we dominal wall. The umbilicus is another recommend they be repaired in the name of the belly button. The umbiless emergent setting where the outlicus is the location of natural defect comes tend to be more favorable. as the umbilical cord connected the The procedures to repair these mother and child while in the womb. hernias are typically same-day Once born and the umbilical cord is surgeries. They are done both open severed, the opening in the abdominal and laparoscopic based on surgeon wall should close forever. This is not preference. The incisions are usualways the case. ally small unless the hernia is very Most people discover their large and protrudes. Depending own umbilical hernia because they on the size of the defect, mesh is develop soreness or discomfort at used to provide another layer of their umbilicus especially when protection from recurrence of the lifting heavy objects or exercishernia. For small defects, mesh is ing. Many people will notice that not required, and the defect can be they have a bulge in their umbilisutured closed. This is determined cus or have an “outie.” These can during the operation as it is somesometimes prompt the patient to times difficult to determine the size mention it at the next primary care of small defects preoperatively. visit, and physical examination is The postoperative period is usually all that is needed for diagvery important with these hernias. nosis. On some occasions due to I usually tell my patients they canbeing extremely overweight with not lift items heavier than 15 pounds a small defect, imaging studies are for about six weeks. The reason necessary to diagnose the hernia. being that when you lift heavy obOn physical examination, the jects, you bear down, using your physician will usually apply steady abdominal muscles. This “tests” the pressure with a hand to the umbilical repair, which I would prefer not to hernia feeling for the actual defect. occur until it has scarred very well. The abdominal wall should feel like Understand that with extreme weight a solid sheet of muscle and tissue. gain or heavy weight lifting any herThere should be no palpable holes in nia can come back. If you think you it at all. If a hole is palpable on physihave an umbilical hernia, talk to your cal examination at the umbilicus, an primary care physician. This may be umbilical hernia is diagnosed. the year to get your “innie” back! The only definitive treatment Dr. Kimberly Washington, for umbilical hernias is surgery a general surgeon at Highlander repair. Most people ask me when I Surgical Associates in Arlington, evaluate them for this condition if maintains an interest in health eduit is necessary to repair these. The cation and advocacy.
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By David Mullen
bar, and this place fits the bill. Also, it is open for lunch. Try the short ribs … My mother taught me to never hate anyone. But I really don’t like Flo Hey Cowboys fans, how are you from the Progressive Insurance comspending your Sunday afternoons mercials. And I am really these days? Nothing beginning to get irritated by seems to bring Ted Cruz. Sorry, Mom … America together In our days of open carry, than good old Cruz shot himself in the Powerball fever. Why foot this week. How dare does the jackpot you insult the nation’s media have to get to $1.6 and finance center by talkbillion for everyone ing about “New York valto play it? … Old ues” and then insulting the school Dallas revisDavid Mullen intelligence of America by ited: I went to S&D providing a lame and inane Oyster Company apology … Be careful what you wish on McKinney Avenue for lunch for. Donald Trump just received the this week. It had been years. While endorsement for president from Sarah I often wax nostalgic for my native Palin. Hadn’t heard her high pitched Bay Area eateries (especially fish houses), this is truly a Dallas treasure. wail in a while … A recent survey says that when it comes to protectI always thought that S&D was a bit ing bank accounts and other sensitive overpriced and a bit overrated, but I changed my mind. They have the best information, Texans could use a little help. The number one password used Cole Slaw in town. Two dozen oysis “123456.” The second most used ters were devoured in seconds by the three of us, especially when I let loose password is “password” … One of the challenges of editing a newspaper my world famous cocktail sauce conis finding space for everything you coction. I would give you the recipe, want to print. Alas, a David Bowie but you would have to sign more forms than on April 15. Great crab. (I obit last week was left on the cutting room floor. One did appear in our think it was crab.) Excellent shrimp. sister paper White Rock Lake Weekly. Isn’t “jumbo shrimp” the world’s bigBowie deserved all of the praise and gest (or smallest) oxymoron? Worth sympathy he received. Now this a visit or revisit … Another visit this week we lost Glenn Frey. I saw him week was to the new Two Trees on Maple Avenue. Really worth support- both with the Eagles and during his solo career. I feel that the Eagles are ing. The area could use a good sports david@katytrailweekly.com
America’s most important band. He will be sorely missed … This from Texas agriculture commissioner Sid Miller about the latest Federal dietary guidelines: “We have long known that a well-balanced diet includes a variety of produce and lean red meat, and I’m pleased that the latest version of the federal health and nutrition guidelines takes this common-sense approach to promote healthy lifestyles and the wellbeing of American families. Having ready access to a variety of fresh, delicious, homegrown fruits, vegetables and meats are critical to encouraging healthy eating habits, and the Texas agriculture industry plays a key role in providing the food and fiber that sustains our state, our nation and the world.” Really, then why do so many fruits and vegetables come from California, Florida or Mexico, and why do we have so many fast food joints? Dallas has nearly four fast food operations for every 10,000 people in the city … If Peyton Manning retires after the season, I will guarantee that he replaces Phil Simms as the CBS lead football color announcer with Jim Nantz ... Fun with social media this week included a post where I proclaimed the original “In Living Color” had the best theme song and opening. Other commenters mentioned the original “Hawaii Five-O,” “The Odd Couple,” Mannix,” “Cheers,” “Welcome Back Kotter,” “Sanford and Son,” “Barney Miller” and “Dragnet.” It was a slow Monday.
SUCCESS ON THE TRAIL
Objectives vs. resolutions By Steve A Klein
Steve@PDCchange.com “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Peter Drucker Many people set resolutions at the beginning of the year only to see the majority of those resolutions fall by the wayside before the end of January. Why is it Steve A Klein so difficult to keep these New Year’s resolutions? The answer is simply a lack of action due to a lack of a plan. We can’t “resolve” a bad habit away, just as we can’t “resolve” something new to happen. Action is paramount, but action won’t happen unless there’s a plan with a deadline. There are a number of ways to accomplish any objective. Here are a few to help you accomplish all that you’d like to achieve this year: Write it Down: “Writing crystallizes thought; and thought motivates action.” – Paul J. Meyer. The mere act of writing imprints an image of what you want on your subconscious mind. Your conscious mind now has something to act upon. This gives you ideas toward the achievement of your objective. See it Now: A picture is worth a thousand words. Cut out pictures of anything that you want to do, get or become. Better yet, have a picture taken with you and your objective. Look at these pictures daily to give your subconscious mind the focus to move toward your objective. Stick it Up: Write a number or dollar amount; or draw a picture on numerous sticky notes. Put these notes where you’ll see them throughout the day: on your bathroom mirror, on the television, on the refrigerator, on the dash of your car, in your purse or wallet and on your desk. Your subconscious mind needs to keep the image of what you want in front of it to help move to move in the direction of your objective. Make a Date with Yourself: Decide and put on paper when you’d like to have or achieve your objective. This deadline makes you do something and causes your subconscious mind to work overtime to move you toward the achievement and/or completion of your objective. Talk to Yourself: Write a statement in the present tense telling yourself that you have the objective you’re working toward. This statement needs to be stated in the first-person as if you already have accomplished your objective. By believing this statement, your subconscious mind helps you achieve it. Here are a few examples: “I earn $__________ each year.” “I weigh ______ pounds.” “I’m driving a brand new _____________.” “I’m vacationing in ___________.” Use of these “first-person,” “present-tense” and “positive” statements gets your subconscious mind in gear to help attract whatever you need to accomplish your objective. This new year is a blank slate. What you write on it depends on what you’d like to achieve and how much effort you put into it. Decide now to fill your slate with achievements that are higher and greater than you’ve ever achieved before! Steve A Klein is an author and talk show host. He works with individuals and companies to get the “Lead Out!” and to uncover their Success DNA. He specializes in the psychology of success, sales and leadership. Visit PlayMakersTalkShow.com, PDCchange.com or contact Steve at 972-644-1048. OUR MISSION
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ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
One side on recycling paper By Naima Montacer @naimajeannette
In a silent office I tried to bite my tongue when I looked inside the recycling bin next to the printer. I couldn’t hold it in, there was so much paper in there with hardly any typing K ATY TR AIL WEEKLY'S
CRIME WATCH
Jan. 14 – 5:17 a.m. 3100 Block, Inwood Rd. (75235) Burglary of a Business: An unknown suspect entered the business and stole property. Jan. 14 – 12:31 p.m. 3100 Block, Clydedale Dr. (75220) Burglary of a Residence: An unknown suspect broke the window on the complainant’s side door, entered the residence and stole property. Jan. 15 – 9:38 a.m. 5300 Block, Farquhar Ln. (75209) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: The suspect entered the complainant’s unlocked car and stole change. Jan. 15 – 8:53 p.m. 8200 Block, Southwestern Blvd. (75206)
Photographer Can Turkyilmaz Accounts Cindi Cox Manager Distribution Andy Simpson Manager Copy Editors Jessica Voss Rosa Marinero Pat Sanchez Editorial William "Bubba" Flint Cartoonist
on it, and all of it was one sided. I started digging paper out of the bin until I had a huge pile of scrap paper at my desk that I could use for a variety of reasons including printing. The office I was in does not buy recycled paper, so I set out to investigate what that paper really entails.
Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: The suspect stole property from the complainant and then shot at her. Jan. 15 – 10:02 p.m. 3300 Block, Shelia Ln. (75220) Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: The suspects pointed a gun at the complainant and stole his property. Jan. 16 – 8:57 a.m. 4500 Block, Swiss Ave. (75204) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: An unknown suspect broke the driver’s side window of the complainant’s car and stole property. Jan. 16 – 4:38 p.m. 2800 Block, McKinney Ave. (75204) Criminal Mischief: An unknown suspect scratched the hood of the complainant’s vehicle causing damage.
Online Editor Bronwen Roberts Society Editor Sally Blanton Advertising Sales Susie Denardo Becky Bridges Writers Gregory Clift Turner Cavender Chic DiCiccio Candace Evans Dotty Griffith Donald Hohman
The world uses about 300 million tons of paper each year, with the U.S. accounting for 30 percent. Bulk paper comes in boxes that contain individually wrapped reams and each ream contains about 500 sheets, which uses about 6 percent of one tree to make. One virgin tree makes about 16.5 reams of copy paper or about 8,250+ sheets. That one mature tree in a healthy ecosystem absorbs the same
Jan. 16 – 9 p.m. 2500 Block, Wycliff Ave. (75219) Assault: The suspect kicked the complainant in the groin area with his knee then hit the complainant in the face. Jan. 17 – 1:52 p.m. 4000 Block, Swiss Ave. (75204) Theft: An unknown suspect removed the tailgate from the complainant’s parked vehicle. Jan. 17 – 6:36 p.m. 6500 Block, Roper St. (75209) Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: The unknown suspects pulled a pistol on the complainant and stole his wallet. Jan. 17 – 10:03 p.m. 400 Block, N. Lamar St. (75202) Aggravated Robbery of an
see RECYCLING on page 11 Individual: An unknown suspect assaulted and choked the complainant and stole property. Jan. 18 – 7 a.m. 5600 Block, SMU Blvd. (75206) Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: An unknown suspect struck the complainant with an unknown object and stole his property. Jan. 18 – 3:58 p.m. 2000 Block, Young St. (75201) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: An unknown suspect smashed the complainant’s car window and stole a phone charger. Jan. 18 – 4:04 p.m. 11000 Block, Preston Rd. (75230) Theft: The suspects stole property and placed the items in a plastic bag before fleeing the location.
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MULL IT OVER
Greed over need in the NFL By David Mullen
FITNESS
How to eat healthy on a budget
By Turner Cavender
david@katytrailweekly.com The biggest news in the National Football League this week was not the playoffs, which are winding down to Super Bowl 50. It was not the ongoing controversy about career threatening hits. It was not about the continual ineptitude of the officiating. It was about the driving force behind the NFL senior management and the ownership group: greed. In the NFL, it’s all about the Benjamins. Professional football will be returning to “La-la-land,” unless you count the University of Southern California Trojans. The St. Louis Rams will be leaving Missouri and their fans and moving back to Los Angeles where they first joined the NFL in 1946. They will play in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum — built in 1923 and currently USC’s home — which they deemed inferior in 1979 when they moved to the “Big A” stadium in Anaheim near Disneyland. The Coliseum has not gotten younger, and the neighborhood near Watts has not gotten better. The location is just a temporary home, as Rams owner Stan Kroenke is building a village at the former site of Hollywood Park race track in Inglewood that will approach $3 billion in costs. Build it and a Super Bowl will come. Build it and the ownership group will have pockets full of cash. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell loves palatial sports palaces like what is being designed in Los Angeles. It keeps the coffers full. Maybe. Los Angeles is the second largest television market in the country and has been without an NFL franchise since 1994. The NFL signs obscene television contracts with major networks and DirecTv. The city is home to FOX, an NFL telecaster and Disney, which owns ESPN, an NFL telecaster. NBC and CBS, both NFL telecasters, have a major presence there. With no regard to the fans in St. Louis, the Rams moved back to Los Angeles, a decision that Dallas Cowboy owner and head greed monger Jerry Jones said was a “natural to have the Los Angeles Rams back in Los Angeles.” Jones is seeing green. Fans are seeing red. I know. I have been there. I was a sportswriter for the Oakland Tribune when the Raiders abandoned the loyal fans in Oakland in 1983 and moved to Los Angeles seeking supposed greener
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Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis.
pastures. After sellouts in Oakland, the Raiders sold out to LA. Managing partner Al Davis, despite NFL disapproval, moved to Los Angeles down Highway 5 without regard for Oakland fans. They played in the LA Coliseum for 13 seasons before coming back to loyal Oakland and forcing the city to pay a ransom for their return. They put earrings on a pig at the Oakland Coliseum by creating a third deck called Mount Davis that ruined the view of the Oakland Hills and the atmosphere for baseball’s Oakland A’s. Now son Mark Davis, who took over after his father died, is threatening to move the Raiders again, this time to San Antonio. Get a clue, Davis. The Raiders are not going anywhere. Your buddy Jones will never let a franchise in the Dallas Cowboys wide footprint. And while you are at it, get a haircut. Only Moe Howard can get away with that coif. When the Raiders came back to Oakland from LA, everything changed. There was no “Black Hole” or criminal element associated with the team when they were in Oakland initially. Yes, it is a blue collar town living in San Francisco’s shadow. Yes, the play on the field was rough and tough. No, the fans did not wear spikes and face paint and bring a piece of Watts with them to the game. That came from LA. Los Angeles does not want football. There are too many things to do. Aside from the beautiful weather and beautiful people, it is the most difficult city in America to live in. Ticket prices alone will alienate the average fan. You’d better leave on Thursday if you want to get to the game on time. You can text me while I am stuck on the 405 if you disagree. The only people that want football in Los Angeles are NFL owners and network executives. Watch what happens to the Rams when they play this season at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Or, if you live in St. Louis, rent a movie or watch videos of Kurt Warner.
under the same standards and may taste slightly different, but they are quite a bit cheaper. Many people enjoy shopping at new, sparkling supermarkets, but you’ll likely leave with less money in your pockets. Shop around for the best deals, healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. Whole foods bought in large quantities yield numerous servings at a fraction of the cost of processed foods. Think of how cheap a bag of beans or rice is and how many servings it provides. Meat is often the most expensive item on your menu. Try preparing a few meatless meals each week to save money. For protein, center your meal on legumes, beans, or eggs. For a healthy, low-calorie diet you’ll want to load up on fresh produce. To save money, look for produce that’s in season and comes in a bag rather than individually. You may find outof-season produce is cheaper in the frozen section. When you buy frozen, you don’t have to worry about it going bad. When a staple food item is on sale, stock up with enough to last before it expires. Cut out the junk and processed foods from your grocery list and you’ll be sure to save money and calories. Don’t even look at the cookie and chip aisle, it’s just not worth it! Don’t grocery shop hungry. Walking up and down the grocery store aisles when you’re hungry can be dangerous to your budget. You’ll be more likely to make impulsive decisions about what to throw in your cart and will crave unhealthy options. Before heading to the grocery store, eat a small snack to curb your hunger, and then stick to your list when you’re at the store. Turner Cavender, CPT is owner of Dallas Fit Body Boot Camp and world renown online personal trainer at Cavendercoaching.com. “Remember J.A.M.O.D.I., Just a matter of doing it.”
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Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. Jan. 22 - 31
2400 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-880-0202
Wyly Theatre - Dallas Theater Center presents "Clarkson." Meet Jake, a descendant of the explorer William Clark, who has recently been diagnosed with Huntington’s disease and is searching for a way to use his degree in Post-Colonial Gender Studies to make a discernible contribution to society and Chris, an aspiring writer and native of Lewiston. Show times vary.
Jan. 23
1515 Young St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-1671
Jonsson Central Library – Author Lloyd Alexander was born on Jan. 30, 1924. Celebrate his birthday this month with games and activities from his children’s fantasy epic "The Chronicles of Prydain.” Held on the second floor. 2 p.m. FREE!
Jan. 24
6101 Bishop Blvd. Dallas, 75205 214-768-2000
SMU Owen Arts Center – Voices of Change, Dallas’ premier contemporary music ensemble, will highlight the work of Houston composer Pierre Jalbert and will feature Street Antiphons, a work commissioned by Voices of Change in collaboration with the Boston Chamber Music Society. Held in Caruth Auditorium. 7:30 p.m.
Jan. 27
314 W. 8th St. Dallas, 75208 214-942-0108
The Wild Detectives – The New York Times bestselling author Reed Farrel Coleman will present his new crime fiction novel Where It Hurts. 7:30 p.m.
Jan. 27 - 31
2403 Flora St. Dallas, 75313 214-880-0202
Winspear Opera House – “IF/THEN” is a contemporary Broadway musical about living in New York today – and all the possibilities of tomorrow. The plot simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives we lead, as well as the lives we might have led. Show times vary. $30-$120.
Jan. 28
3109 Carlisle St. Dallas, 75204 214-855-7802
Museum of Geometric and MADI Art – Opening Reception: The Magic of Yaacov Agam. Agam is one of the pioneer creators of the kinetic movement in art, as well as its most outstanding contemporary representative. The exhibit will feature a retrospective of his kinetic works as well as new pieces. 5:30 p.m.
Jan. 29 - 31
2301 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-3600
Meyerson Symphony Center – Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents Mozart’s “Symphony No. 39. Overture for The Magic Flute,” along with the Labeque sisters performing Poulenc's impassioned “Concerto for Two Pianos” and a world premiere from Jeremy Gill. Jaap van Zweden conducts, Katia and Marielle Labèque play pianos and Erin Hannigan play the oboe.
Fri 1/22
Picture of the Week “Body Traffic” appears Friday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Winspear Opera House Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here!
Photo by Tomas Z. Rossa, courtesy of AT&T Performing Arts Center
Sam Cooke, b. 1935 Linda Blair, b. 1959 Diane Lane, b. 1965 Olivia d’Abo, b. 1967 Beverley Mitchell, b. 1981 1938 – Thornton Wilder’s play, “Our Town,” 1st performed.
Sat 1/23
Ernie Kovacs, b. 1919 Chita Rivera, b. 1933 Richard Dean Anderson, b. 1950 Anita Baker, b. 1958 Tiffany-Amber Thiessen, b. 1974 1977 – The TV mini-series “Roots” began its run on ABC.
Sun 1/24
Neil Diamond, b. 1941 Warren Zevon, b. 1947 John Belushi, b. 1949 Mary Lou Retton, b. 1968 Mischa Barton, b. 1986 1908 – 1st Boy Scout troop organized by Robt. Baden-Powell
Mon 1/25
Robert Burns, b. 1759 Virginia Woolf, b. 1882 Edwin Newman, b. 1919 Corazon Aquino, b. 1933 Alicia Keys, b. 1981 1924 – 1st Winter Olympics began in Chamonix inn the French Alps.
Donors and volunteers
Tue 1/26
Paul Newman, b. 1925 Ellen DeGeneres, b. 1958 Anita Baker, b. 1958 Wayne Gretzky, b. 1961 Kirk Franklin, b. 1970 1802 – Congress passed act calling for U.S. Capitol library.
Wed 1/27
W. A. Mozart, b. 1756 Lewis Carroll, b. 1832 Mikhail Baryshnikov, b. 1948 Bridget Fonda, b. 1964 1888 – Nat’l Geographic Society founded in Washington, D.C.
Thu 1/28
Jackson Pollock, b. 1912 Alan Alda, b. 1936 Sarah McLachlan, b. 1968 Elijah Wood, b. 1981 1878 – “Yale Daily News,” 1st college daily newspaper started.
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DALLAS LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND
Promoting quality of life, independence and jobs for blind and vision impaired people in 11 North Texas counties
By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will feature a charity that is doing remarkable work in Dallas, a city known for philanthropy and generosity.
QW hat is your mission or highest purpose?
A M ission: to create jobs and to promote
the quality of life and independence for all blind and vision impaired people in the 11 North Texas counties we serve. It was founded by Eva Cameron (a blind person) in 1931.
Q How many clients are served each year?
A 1 ,500+ new clients are served each year.
There are a total of 153,000 blind or vision impaired persons presently living in North Texas. Only 25 percent of those are able to find employment and live independent lives.
and workforce training software.
QW hat is your facility like?
A Our offices were constructed in 1930
and were originally built as dormitories for the blind and visually impaired. The 80,000 sq. ft. site has since been renovated into our office, training and warehouse production facility.
QW hat sort of volunteer jobs are available?
A We are opening new volunteer positions
at the Dallas location this year and will begin to seek local area volunteers at each new county service location that is opened starting spring 2016. We encourage all blind persons willing to work or volunteer to contact us for our training services or employment opportunities.
hat do you think is the most important QW hat percentage amount actually reach- Q W thing you do for the community? es those in need?
A M ore than 95 percent of donations directly
reach those in need. Our percentage is so high because we employ individuals who create revenue for our nonprofit organization. It is also the largest employer of blind and visually impaired individuals in North Texas with almost 200 workers. The bulk of the funds required to operate are derived from the sale of manufactured products and services.
QW hat are your critical needs now, besides money donations?
A Dallas Lighthouse needs to create ad-
ditional service locations in each of the 11 counties we serve in North Texas to support the high growth rate of this region. There are nearly 5 million people in the 11 counties we serve: Collin, Cooke, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Fannin, Grayson, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro and Rockwall. Secondly, we need updated computer equipment, Barcoding RFID equipment
A We create manufacturing jobs, product distribution jobs, adaptive technology education, job placement and business services for the blind and vision impaired; thereby making them more independent lives.
QW hat is difficult about your job?
A Seeing how we can help so many blind
and visually impaired individuals, but not being able to reach everyone in North Texas, or knowing that there are people out there who need our help but don't know about us or our services.
QW hat is rewarding about your job?
A We at the Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind
turn darkness into light every day — one person at a time! The best part is that we can take this hard part in someone’s life and transition it into an opportunity for them to succeed in whatever goals they create for themselves. Hugh McElroy, president and CEO, answered this week’s questions.
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
ACROSS 1. Slalom obstacles 6. Gill or lung 11. Cool place, perhaps 16. Retail giant
21. Favored set (hyph.) 22. Piggy bank coin 23. Gave an edge to 24. Knight wear 25. Slowly, in music
26. Meter reading 27. Had lots of status 28. Gaucho's rope 29. Sunset remnant 31. Vail haulers (hyph.)
33. Bleachers shout 35. — de guerre 36. Ave. crossers 37. Ship bottoms 38. — 500
39. Rose-petal oils 41. Compass pt. 42. Gossips 44. Tightwad 46. Plans in detail (2 wds.) 51. Find a buyer 52. Beyond the — 53. Pakistan's language 57. Orchard pests 58. Aquarium fish 59. Guys like Hamlet 60. Email provider 61. Prize 62. Slowly vanishes 63. Gets frizzy 64. Pellet shooter (2 wds.) 66. Environmental prefix 67. Savoir-faire 68. Rash, as a decision 69. Pop singer — Brewer 70. Coming up 72. Band together 73. Bottle tops 74. Trouser features 75. Zany 77. Tours de force 78. Thin pancakes 79. Picks up on 82. Fountain for wishes 83. Very funny person 84. Pas de — 88. Sirens 89. Full of dandelions 90. Flat-topped hill 91. 66 or I-90 92. Jeweler's magnifier 93. Hippie attire 94. Turns to liquid 95. Sausalito's county 97. Hosp. employee 98. Good farm soils
PAGE 7 99. Uncertain 100. Ornate 18th-century style 101. Sherpa's sighting 103. Opens the window 104. Blondie's shrieks 105. Old pro 106. "No — at All" 108. Rough sack 110. Avg. size 111. Rathskeller orders 114. Sari sporter 115. — boom 117. Walk silently 120. Boring tool? 121. Ran into 123. Jung's inner self 125. Like carnivores 127. A Judd 129. They turn litmus red 131. Orange box 133. Hand-held dryer 134. Armless sofa 135. Lawn products brand 136. "M*A*S*H" clerk 137. Helen, in Madrid 138. Stone monument 139. Mild protest (hyph.) 140. Jugs 141. Showed in the summer DOWN 1. Big bashes 2. Hang — — (turn) 3. Salon rinses 4. This, to Juan 5. Chimney nester 6. Lavish 7. Fix a shoe 8. Tackles a bone 9. Filmmaker — Lee 10. "Da" opposite
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11. Drew up 12. Stockpiles 13. On pins and needles 14. Aberdeen's river 15. Vortex 16. Black-belt sport 17. Hi-tech scan 18. Freezer name 19. Helicopter blade 20. Cable cars 30. Biological group 32. — the Kid 34. Slackens off 40. Play about Capote 42. Home of a brave 43. Hannibal's route 44. Like John Wayne 45. Dots in the Seine 46. Acknowledged expert 47. Swiftly 48. Fragrant perennial 49. Carbondale sch. 50. Lyric poem 51. Like dishwater 52. Hairdo features 54. Storms around 55. Extinguish 56. Humerus neighbors 58. Merrily 59. Twilights 62. Mom and Pop 63. Cholla and nopal 64. "How've ya —?" 65. Uniform trim 67. Treaties 68. Bad guy in films 69. Heard too often 71. Nerd 73. Requirements 74. Gets lumpy 76. Crowning point 77. Astaire and Flintstone 78. Very small
79. Flirt 80. Split to join 81. Jeer at 82. Coaches' charges 83. Governs 85. Scoreboard posting 86. City on the Mohawk 87. Kin of argon 89. Bushed 90. Tom Sawyer's sweetheart 93. More than simmer 94. Bearing 95. Witticism 96. Poker card 98. Expire, as a policy 99. Tough fabric 100. Started over 102. High dudgeon 105. Facades 107. Weasel, in winter 108. Ben Kingsley film 109. Complete accord 110. Pestle partner 111. Docks 112. Hold off for 113. Mitt 114. "Nick of Time" artist 115. Digging tool 116. Supply a banquet 117. Juice, so to speak 118. Stadium 119. Protest song writer 122. McCloud's hometown 124. Ranch measure 126. Decorated tinware 128. — de mer 130. Dernier — 132. Untrained
OFF THE MARK
Epstein’s solutions resonate with local arts
By Shari Goldstein Stern
offer the program nationally. To that end, Epstein organized a development team consistWhen Barry Epstein sits on ing of University of Texas at a board of directors, he doesn’t Dallas (UTD), Callier Center “sit” long. He’s off and running for Communication Disorders, with a sense of urgency to get Purdue University and Idibri the board’s projects accomConsulting with Gardere Wynne plished. With a forte of finding Sewell LLP assisting on the legal solutions that have profound side, gratis. A volunteer spends benefit to others, Epstein was at least a full work week at the one of six “Stan Golden Men Music Hall routinely. of Action Award” honorees at Epstein explained that a dinner earlier this month. “Within six months to a year, we Photo courtesy of Dallas Summer Musicals Epstein is an inventor, entreplan to package the HUN syspreneur, community leader and DSM Executive Committee member, Barry Epstein. tem for other theaters and venvolunteer extraordinaire, who ues such as large churches across He spends much of his time, though, has devoted the past eight years the country.” focused on leadership roles for an extento developing, on a voluntary basis, a Michael Jenkins, DSM’s president sive list of nonprofit organizations, both state-of-the-art sound system for the and managing director, said, “Because of local and national, and he is equally Music Hall at Fair Park, home to the Barry’s exceptional skills and talent, our dedicated to Purdue University. As an Dallas Summer Musicals (DSM). new sound system is state-of-the-art. I Executive Committee board member for As an alumnus of Purdue actually had to tell cast members not to Dallas Summer Musicals (DSM), he’s University, the engineer has garwhisper to each other while on the stage making an impactful contribution of nered a cache of honors, including because the audience would hear them. time and talent. the Distinguished Alumni Award and In developing the innovative ‘Hear Us One of the innovator’s projects that Outstanding Electrical and Computer Now’ program, he’s given hearing imwould change his life and that of countEngineer Award among many others. paired patrons the opportunity to enjoy less others was his development of “Hear Epstein’s first venture was foundthe shows like they never could before.” Us Now®,” an advanced hearing assist ing Current Technology, Inc. out of his Read more in a future issue about system for the hearing impaired, rangwater heater closet at home in 1973, the sound system at the Music Hall at ing from those with minimal to more progressing to a backyard shed, which Fair Park and the innovative solution severe impairment. It is designed to he called his “penthouse” and then the for hearing-impaired patrons, “Hear Us enhance their experience in theaters, pinnacle, an office. The company’s first Now,” both of which Epstein created. product was a comprehensive power line houses of worship and other gathering Epstein also serves on the Board surge protection system he designed. He places. Hear Us Now® (HUN) enables its of the Dallas Arboretum. He is inusers to enjoy what other patrons hear. sold the company in 1989, while staying volved with projects to advance the on as president and then chairman until According to Epstein, “We want to do Arboretum’s use of technology, while everything we can to improve the pa1994. enhancing educational experiences of tron’s experience.” He has since founded EcoStatic Arboretum visitors, ranging from chilOriginally developed for DSM, Systems LLC, a private venture focused dren’s programs to a new demonstration on a unique patented method of treating remarkable results and widespread interest have sparked consideration to EPSTEIN'S cont'd from page 11 the harmful effects of static electricity. shari@katytrailweekly.com
By Stella Wilder
The coming week will see many individuals taking a journey back into the past in some way -- revisiting familiar issues, reliving past glories, trying things once more that had supposedly been given up for good, and generally reassessing many past decisions, large and small, that are affecting the present and shaping the future. The point of all this? Simply put, there are some who do not have faith in their own journeys; they want to be sure they are on the right track, and only a look back can assure them that they are moving into a future that is bright and loaded with potential. Others, of course, simply can't let go -- for these individuals, such nostalgic journeys can be quite hazardous. Many will be reunited with partners, lovers, friends and other influences from days, weeks, months or even years gone by. Those who choose to rekindle relationships that have cooled will discover that doing so involves more surprises than anyone might have expected! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) Losing is tough, but you don't have to face losing just yet. Your popularity and effectiveness are on the rise. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) – You are interested in what others have to say, certainly, but don't underestimate the power of your own words!
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) Your optimistic spirit will shine through, even as you face certain obstacles that would all but crush someone else. (March 6-March 20) – With the right help in all the right places, you can surely prevail, even though you face many difficulties. ARIES (March 21-April 4) Give yourself all the time you need to accomplish a certain task. If you try to rush through it, you'll surely come up short. (April 5-April 19) – The view from where you stand will inspire you, and you can inspire others in turn. TAURUS (April 20-May 5) You may not fully understand what someone else is up to, but there's no reason why you cannot continue along your current course with confidence. (May 6-May 20) – You may want things to be a bit more stylish, a bit more glamorous than usual, but that will be up to you. Don't overspend! GEMINI (May 21-June 6) You and a friend are likely to arrive at an arrangement that solves two or three problems at once. Others follow suit. (June 7-June 20) – Your ability to focus on the main issue will
serve you well, particularly as you sift through the past for a sign. CANCER (June 21-July 6) What goes around comes around. You'll be dealing with many issues that have been resurrected from the past. (July 7-July 22) – You may not be able to decipher every coded message that comes your way, but those you can will push you in the right direction. LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) You may think that things are taking a turn for the worse, but in fact the odds are in your favor and getting even better. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) – You're after more than respect. What you really want is within reach, but you must not get caught up in the past. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) You can expect a reversal of sorts at some point, but it shouldn't be so dramatic that you are unable to recover. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) – A realistic approach is advised; take care that you don't get lost in your own dreams or fantasy world. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) You can learn a great deal from someone who steps in and provides
Copyright 2016 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. the kind of expertise that you may currently lack. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) – Focus on the local effects of your overall strategy. Now is no time to let your focus stray too far from home. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) Despite the routine nature of a certain task, it's not likely to feel at all routine to you. You have a lot on your plate. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) – You may be trying to deny certain truths that you've been battling for quite some time, but you may actually make some headway toward acceptance. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) You may be wondering what's next, but in fact you're still in the midst of something that remains unresolved. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) – You can assemble a crack team around you, but ultimately the success or failure of a certain endeavor is in your hands. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) Your emotions are very near the surface, but you mustn't let everything affect you to the same high degree. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) – An unexpected chain of events sucks you in and sends you off in a surprising new direction. Keep your wits about you.
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By Candy Evans
Yes, our golf whiz traded an Uptown condo for a $3 million Bluffview home not too long ago, but he also gave himself I don’t think a nice Christmas I’ve slept since present: he snapped Friday when the up Hunter Mahan’s day started out with spread in the Tom and Cinda Creek of Preston Hicks selling their Hollow just before prime Preston Christmas. This Hollow estate on makes total sense, Walnut Hill Lane to in fact, it was even one of the wealthiest my idea! Hunter’s men in the country, Candace Evans spread is a little banker Andy Beal. larger and more Beal is a self-made expensive, but it’s a billionaire who is said to have lot more private! dropped out of college, à la Bill It was kind of a between Gates. I don’t think these men drop out, I think they are just so the links deal. A couple months ago, Jordan and Hunter talked. smart they don’t need college. Jordan probably said something We knew this was about to about everyone driving past go down, knew Andy was eyehis house. Hunter mentioned ing both the Crow estate and that his home, in a secure gated the Hicks place. And yes, it is community, was on the market, the biggest transaction in Texas, had been for a couple years. probably the southwest, and He invited Jordan to come selling agent Allie Beth Allman over and see it, and Jordan agrees. (In fact, when she and LOVED what he saw: the golfI were talking, we think that simulator room, the indoor excluding California and New basketball court and the 12-car York real estate transactions, underground garage with a full this could be the biggest in the country!) Allie Beth co-listed the mural of the Augusta National Hicks estate with David Nichols, Clubhouse on the wall as you who is listing the Phillip Johnson drive in. That’s the golf club where the famous Masters tourestate on Strait Lane. The last nament is played. Erin Mathews biggest Dallas real estate transthen inked the deal with the action was when Kelcy Warren help of Spieth’s wealth advisor, (father of Klyde) bought the Lacerte estate at 5323 Park Lane, Mark Griege, who also works with Troy Aikman. Listing originally listed for $46 milprice with Erin was originally lion, sold for about $29ish. The $8,495,000, but the home had listing agent on that was Ebby been reduced to $7,995,000. I Halliday’s Ralph Randall. hear Jordan paid $7,150,000, Interesting that the two what a steal! The home had biggest real estate transacbeen listed with Cameron tions in Dallas history are in Holland for $9,500,000 back in Preston Hollow. But that is not all. No soon- May of 2014. On July 27, 2015, Hunter listed with Allie Beth er had I hit publish then I was alerted to big, huge news involv- Allman’s Erin Mathews, who did her usual magic. The house ing our darling Jordan Spieth.
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This home is located at 10719 Bridge Hollow Court and sold for $7,150,000. closed right before the holidays on Dec. 14. $666 per square foot, how do you like that? By the way, Jonathan Rosen and Christy Berry at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Real Estate are now marketing The Creeks of Preston Hollow, and they have sold off four lots in there like rapid fire, closing on a $5,200,000 manse on New Year’s Eve. There are only four lots left in the $2 to $3 million price range for the dirt, with a $2.1 million per acre average price. “We’re getting buyers from California, executives from Dallas, the community is really attracting the kind of clientele it was meant to attract,” Jonathan said, who adds that The Creeks is now the most exclusive gated community in North Texas. 10719 Bridge Hollow Court was built with generosity and family in mind. The builder, of course, the inimitable Mark Molthan of Platinum Series Homes who is basically the builder to all the sports stars in Texas — he is building Tony Romo’s 42,000 pad up in Glen Abbey. Does this mean our Jordan might be bringing home a bride? You enter through a stone-crested, fresh-air Loggia that overlooks a courtyard with fountain, which also happens to be another spa one story below. To the immediate left is a guest casita that is part of the house, but could survive as an independent casita for guests as the main home can be completely locked while this is accessed.
This casita reminds me of a bedroom up at Calistoga Ranch or a Sunday House room at Boot Ranch: there is a huge bed and luxury bath, but also a mini-bar type deal with sink, fridge and microwave. So the guest room is at the very front of the house. How very welcoming! Then you enter the grand foyer. Mark Molthan calls this the Iceberg House: it gets better the lower you go! Much of the design was inspired by a home he visited in Newport Beach eight years ago. At the end of the grand foyer is a magnificent staircase to the basement and the second floor. To the left, also overlooking the courtyard with fountain, is the regal dining room with Bocce balls-inspired light fixture. But before you enter the dining room, however, there is a glass wine cellar, more like a cooler, that is exposed and showcases just enough fine wine to whet one’s appetite. After all, how many bottles of wine can you collect and then drink, as the former owner of Dans Bois Crete opined? The amazing thing about this is that one wall, one entire wall front and back, is a piece of translucent photographic art glass by Weil Studios. It was the same glass piece Mark had in his W condo. The wallpaper is Donghia, the lighting is from Allen Knight. And the designer again, Debra Owens! The kitchen. It changed me in a totally ethereal way. I am a different woman now from just touching that marble countertop. That hood over the Wolf Range is zinc with Walker-Zanger tile backsplash. Look at those reclaimed beams! My Lord it has not just a farmhouse sink but a MARBLE farmhouse sink. We all need this in our kitchens: pedal faucets. I absolutely HATE touching my faucets with gooey hands, then you have to wipe and clean them
after washing your hands and the utensils. This is a touch I totally should have stolen from the operating room, my husband uses them all the time! Off the kitchen with the coolest table ever is a casual family room, then a more formal family room with virtually everything in it from those great folks at Scott & Cooner. Also the house is built with steel girders, which were painted and left exposed in this room. That sofa you are drooling over is by Nancy Corzine. This room opens to the outdoors loggia and patio, which is again, the coolest thing ever. Electric retractable screens by Phantom can make a second room out of the vast patio, which wraps the family room and seal out West Nile carrying mosquitoes. Now here is the best part about this outdoors setup, though I think the pool is orgasmic: The Grill Room. Hunter and Kandi built a special room just for grilling, and the Spieths are going to love it. You get hot when you grill, right? You get stinky. Why not carve off an entire room for the grill complete with A/C and a great Vent-a-hood, plus a beer fridge (keep brewskis nearby) and a counter and sink for meat prep? You saw it here first, folks! Lest you think that might be a wasteful use of A/C, know that this home is all geothermal with uber insulation, hence extremely low utility bills. The floors are wideplanked walnut, in case you were wondering, and they are on the stairs. Let’s go back to the front of the house: there is a study, which was really more of a trophy room for Hunter, who was born in Orange, Calif., lived in McKinney and ended up at Oklahoma State University. Think “orange.” That is an important tidbit to commit to memory for later in this house. This room is obviously going to have to be redone.
That brings us to the master bedroom. In a word, wowzers. You enter to a sitting room that I mistook for a media room, as there is another large screen TV on the wall. Then there is the master itself with an elongated linear glass fireplace by Spark Modern Fires. The master overlooks the pool and spa area with special access. The master bath is to die for, of course, with that vessel bath tub surrounded by yet another one of those Nancy Weil translucent art panels, this one of cherry blossoms. The lights in the master bath are from Mango Trading Company. The master closet has a unique sitting area with marble counter, mirror, sink and fridge, sort of a makeup bar and then a uniquely designed step-up to maximize space for shoes and lingerie drawer storage. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a sitting room or game, and once again Mark Molthan’s unique touches: in the baby’s room there is a low baby-friendly bathtub with storage for soaps, lotions, etc. with the walnut flooring carried throughout. Now wait just a minute here — look at what I wrote last July 2015: After touring this 16,655 square foot house with five bedrooms, six full and two half baths — forgot to tell you the wallpaper in the first floor powder room is Donghia — I was (a) exhausted and (b) speechless. But I was also very, very concerned for the Mahans. I mean, how many pro golfers are there in Dallas who might want this house? Are you kidding? JORDAN! Bingo! Don’t go telling me these multi-million dollar homes don’t trade. Hogwash! It just takes a little time, a little money and some super sports star power. CandysDirt.com is the only blog in Dallas for the truly Real-Estate obsessed! Named by National Association of Real Estate Editors as the BEST Real Estate Blog in the country.
HAMMER AND NAILS
Reach for the top for more room
By Stephan Sardone
Stephan@sardoneconstruction.com Professional - Experienced - Trusted
Randy Elms, MBA REAltoR® (214) 649-2987 randallelms@yahoo.com
Your home has more potential than you think. Just above you is unused square footage that has yet to reach its full glory. Your attic. Depending on where you are in life, your attic space could serve you, your spouse or your children. If you’re a growing family with teenagers, you might want to think about what privacy means to you and your kids. Where would you rather your children hang out? Somewhere you are unfamiliar with or right there in the comfort of your own home? Having the neighborhood kids over can be a loud endeavor, but if you utilize your attic space and give them somewhere to retreat, they could be right under your nose and still out of your way. The attic space could be toddler and teenager-friendly with seating and features that cater to all age groups in between, making it a place for each child to spend time together after school. Homework, games, projects, you name it; this could be the room for it. As the kids grow, so does the potential. Evaluate your interests. What have you always wanted? The reader in the family might want a library with a wall of bookcases and a window seat overlooking the best view from the house. The quiet solitude could be what you need at the end of the day for a good read or to finish writing your book. In this same way, it could serve as a luxurious office space, out of the way of pets and the hustle and bustle of downstairs. You might be a movie buff or at least married to one. Think about taking that idle space and giving it a purpose, like date night every week. With that peace and quiet comes the best movie watching atmosphere and prevents you from having to work around anyone else’s schedule but your own. Just add some blackout shades to the one or two
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An attic can be transformed into usable space. windows, and you can block out any unwanted light and watch in complete theater darkness. On the other hand, you could accentuate the natural light in the room by adding dormers or gables. Though this does not actually add to the square footage of the room, it does add some extra head space and gives the illusion of a bigger room, creating usable space while emphasizing the natural light. While you are in the process of finishing your attic, it would be wise to spray foam your house, making it more energy efficient. Replace the insulation in your current attic and simply spray more into the roof and decking. Keep it warm in the winter and cool in the summer for you and maybe even for guests. If you host the holidays, this could benefit the family in a big way. Whether your guests are long term or short term, it would make a full house seem not too full. With a proper mother-in-law suite upstairs, you could maintain the holiday chaos and save some wear and tear on your downstairs. So extend your living space up a few stairs and take advantage of all the unique possibilities right above you. Treat yourself to a getaway without going away. Stephan Sardone is owner of Sardone Construction and has been helping people improve their life by remodeling their home around their life.
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JANUARY 22 - 28, 2016
RESTAURANT REVIEW
The Skellig joins Irish family
By Sara Newberry I’d be willing to bet that most of us had not heard of the Irish islands called The Skellig Islands until recently. Part of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" was filmed on one of the islands, so it’s been in the news lately. Much closer to home, Feargal McKinney (owner of Dallas institutions The Blackfriar Pub, The Old Monk and The Idle Rich) has opened his newest venture called, you guessed it, The Skellig. They’ve been open just since the end of October, so I expected a few growing pains either from the kitchen or the service, but I was pleasantly surprised to find none. While the menu is mostly different than McKinney’s other pubs, the flavors don’t veer that far from the familiar. Corned beef is layered on a grilled cheese sandwich instead of a Reuben as it is at the Idle Rich. Instead of the same Smithwicks-battered cod found on the other menus, The Skellig offers a fish finger sandwich with breaded cod. For the most part, the “new” versions of the old favorites were spot-on. Popcorn Mussels, prepared in the style of fried oysters, were remarkable. Golden and crisp, these are mussels that could convert someone who doesn’t like the traditional steamed preparation. Frites served alongside were also perfectly cooked. The Pub Burger is served with either whiskey cheddar or Stilton; you’ll find one or both versions on the other menus. It was a gorgeous, juicy burger, but the Stilton was somewhat heavy-handed and
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The Fried Chicken and Biscuits at The Skellig. overpowered the other flavors. Next time I’ll get the cheddar. One of my favorite things about the menu at The Skellig is that many of the “sharing” plates are large enough to be a main course (and then you don’t have to share!). Fried Chicken and Biscuits was hearty enough that I didn’t necessarily need the side salad I’d ordered (in an attempt to be “healthy”). The chicken was juicy and just peppery enough, topped with tangy coleslaw. The biscuits were a little dry, but I wasn’t complaining. Soups are another dish some kitchens phone in. But this Cauliflower & Cheddar Soup was just rich enough, with the sweet cauliflower and salty cheese creating a lovely bisque that warms you up but doesn’t overwhelm. The corned beef makes another appearance on a plate of Corned Beef Hash. I have only eaten corned beef hash in a diner in New Jersey, and that was as far from this as it could get. Rather than a warmedover, greasy pile of indistinguishable chunks, this plate has clearly been painstakingly prepared. Three generous slices of corned beef rest atop a lightly browned potato and veggie hash. The corned beef
is the bed for two sunny-sideup eggs, and the whole thing is crowned with julienned fried leeks. This is one of those dishes that each part is strong enough to stand on its own. I was not as excited about the Crispy Duck Leg with Colcannon. The duck was fine; a little overcooked, and the gravy was deeply flavored. The kale-leek colcannon, on the other hand, lacked seasoning. I was also disappointed by dessert. On paper, a Jameson chocolate cake with a chocolate pot and ice cream sounds indulgent and satisfying. The actual result was somewhat disjointed and seemed like three different desserts instead of one cohesive plate. I loved the chocolate pot (a.k.a pot de crème, an intense French custard), but the cake was dry and the ice cream seemed like an afterthought. If you are already a fan of The Old Monk, The Idle Rich or The Blackfriar, you will love The Skellig. Even if you’re not, give it a try. It’s already my favorite member of the family. THE SKELLIG
2409 N. Henderson Ave. Mon. - Fri.: 3 p.m. - 2 a.m. Sun. - Sat.: 12 p.m. - 2 a.m. 972-925-0282 theskelligdallas.com
DOTTY'S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE
New spin on Asian Chicken Salad
By Dotty Griffith
dottykgriffith@gmail.com A new take on Asian chicken salad rates a headline. Executive Chef John Rader makes news with this variation at The Magnolia Hotel Dallas Park Cities. His riff turns tradition on its head with a lightly breaded chicken breast topped with Asian salad instead of the usual toss of lettuce, shredded chicken and crispy noodles. To make assembly and serving simple, prepare the salad and dressing before breading and sautéing the chicken. When chicken is cooked, lightly coat salad with dressing and use to top the chicken breasts. Another variation would be grilled or broiled chicken breasts, without breading. THE MAGNOLIA HOTEL ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD
1 cup panko bread crumbs 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or as needed 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons water 1/4 cup vegetable oil or as needed Asian Salad (right) Thai Sweet Chili Dressing (right) Combine bread crumbs, paprika, ground ginger, salt and pepper in a wide shallow bowl or pie plate. Mix well. Set aside. Ready chicken breasts by pounding thin, to even thickness. Lightly coat chicken breasts with flour, shaking off any excess. In a wide shallow bowl, beat together egg and water, mixing well. Dip floured chicken breasts in
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The Magnolia Hotel Asian Chicken Salad. egg mixture, then into bread crumb mixture, coating both sides evenly. Set aside on wax paper. In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium high heat, heat just enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan. When oil shimmers, add chicken, cooking each piece until golden on one side. Turn and cook until golden. Drain on absorbent paper. Adjust heat to medium as needed to avoid overcooking. To assemble servings: Place a chicken breast on each plate. Top each with a serving of Asian Salad lightly coated with Thai Sweet Chili Dressing. Asian Salad: In large bowl, toss together 1 heart of romaine lettuce (finely chopped); 1/2 cup sugar snap peas that have been cut in half; 1/4 cup carrots cut into small julienne strips or shredded; 1 tablespoon toasted almonds; and 1/4 cup mandarin oranges (drained). Thai Sweet Chili Dressing: In a salad shaker or jar with tight-fitting lid, combine 1 cup Thai sweet chili sauce; 1/2 cup canola oil, 1 tablespoon sesame oil; and 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar. Shake to blend well. Use to dress Asian salad as a topping for panko-breaded chicken breasts.
THE MAGNOLIA HOTEL DALLAS PARK CITIES
6070 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, 75206 214-750-0060 magnoliahotels.com
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JANUARY 22 - 28, 2016
MOVIE TRAILER
’13 Hours’ overdoes patriotism and sentimentality By Chic DiCiccio @Chiccywood
When Michael Bay told his mother that he planned on directing “13 Hours,” an account based on the Sept. 11, 2012 attack on an American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, her response was “Why do you want that headache?” Momma Bay’s description of that terrorist attack is an accurate one, no matter if you’re on offense or defense in the Benghazi game of political football. However, no matter if you’re on the whacky right or the loony left, the indisputable fact of the matter is that two Americans died and nearly 40 others had their lives hang in the balance for what had to be the longest, most frightening night of their lives. Michael Bay has gone out of his way to call “13 Hours” an apolitical film that only seeks to showcase the bravery of a handful of Americans who risked their lives to save others. That doesn’t lessen the impact that “13 Hours” has. It’s a visceral, intense and sometimes captivating look at the insane nature of the current War on Terror. The people that worked at the not-so-secret CIA annex in Benghazi can’t tell the good guys from the bad, thus creating a surreal situation in which a person simply walking down the street could suddenly attempt to kill you. This dynamic is explained to newly hired Jack Silva (John Krasinski, portraying one of two
"13 Hours" contains some of the finest work that Michael Bay has ever done. real life people who currently remains anonymous) as he arrives in Benghazi six weeks prior to the deadly attacks. The man in charge of this CIA-funded but off the books private security detail is Tyrone ‘Rone’ Woods (James Badge Dale), a person who is so accustomed to living with uncertainty that he details it to Silva in the same way a civilian recaps their day at the office. Once Ambassador Chris Stevens (Matt Letscher) arrives in Benghazi, the entire team (also comprised of actors Pablo Schreiber, David Denman, Dominic Fumusa and Max Martini) moves to high alert. They are wary of the security of the Ambassador’s compound, even noticing random Libyans casing the area and photographing the
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entrances. Bay, for the most part, has turned off his sensationalism switch and stays away from the normal directorial choices that ultimately doom his films. Sure, there is cornball dialogue, mostly from the mouths of the security team, but as this is an account straight from the survivors of the attack, who is to say these are the things that weren’t actually discussed? If one of these people spouted a brilliant soliloquy about the horror of war while covered in dirt and blood, that would seem more far fetched than simply saying “I love my family.” Once the compound is attacked, the aforementioned apolitical movie seems to disappear. “13 Hours” definitely runs with the hotly debated
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“stand down” order from CIA chief Bob (David Costabile, in the movie’s other anonymous role). While this will be debated for eternity, the men detailing these events are definitely claiming they were ready to intervene and geopolitics, along with the desire to keep the CIA’s involvement in Libya a secret, kept them from saving lives. In a career loaded with action sequences, “13 Hours” contains the finest work that Michael Bay has ever done. When the security team moves through the streets, the action and camerawork by cinematographer Dion Beebe reflects the hectic nature of the situation. The surreal world is highlighted by Benghazi residents calmly watching soccer on TV as bullets and rockets zip through the
streets, displaying the life these unfortunate human beings have sadly been forced to deal with on a daily basis. Krasinski and Dale have the meatiest roles, and they are both excellent. These men are essentially hired guns who volunteered to go there, which causes Krasinski’s Silva to openly question why he is there in the first place. None of the actors revel in the violence happening around them, which is an actual sign of moviemaking maturity from Bay. There are few too many “rah rah” moments in “13 Hours,” which is to be expected from a director who is as “rah rah America” as Michael Bay. There is one line spoken at the end of the movie that is positively eye rolling, as if Bay just couldn’t help himself. Even if it actually happened, it’s nothing more than an attempt to put a positive spin on an ending that is anything but that. Therein lies the flaw of “13 Hours.” Bay has created a fantastic tribute to the people that essentially saved 40 lives when no one else would, but he tries so hard to make the final 15 minutes a feel-good moment that it cheapens all the goodwill he built up in the previous two hours. If Bay knew that it is OK to walk out of a theater with a solemn, ponderous feeling, “13 Hours” could have been a masterpiece on the level of “Zero Dark Thirty.” Instead, just a few tablespoons of Bay seasoning almost spoils what is otherwise a haunting tale about American heroism.
TRAVEL
Brooklyn takes on own personality By Michael Wald
wald.world@yahoo.com Forty years ago, Brooklyn was a place where people from Manhattan lived among occasional slums and dicey neighborhoods. If it were its own city, Brooklyn today would be America’s third or fourth largest. It’s a destination offering some excellent tourist attractions off the beaten trail Photo by Michael Wald in New York City, along with some of OY (or YO) under the Manhattan Bridge. its best dining values. is just north of the Brooklyn Bridge. In the Like the extraordinarily popular middle of the park is the Brooklyn-side landrecent movie “Brooklyn,” this “borough” ing of the Brooklyn Bridge, itself a major atof the city of New York is a standout. In traction. Everyday thousands of tourists and Dallas you may spot the occasional “B_G” commuters alike cross this bridge on foot, bisign for tourist photo opportunities. In cycle or car getting to and from Manhattan. Brooklyn this concept takes the form of a Many of them leave behind love lockets that sign of equal size that reads OY from one are so numerous you’d expect them to weigh direction and YO from the other, reflectdown the bridge’s structural integrity. ing the Jewish and Hispanic cultures that In contrast to the Brooklyn Bridge, have contributed to this part of the world. the Manhattan Bridge at the northernAnd right next to the sculpture is an inmost point of BBP has a subway train that door, old-fashioned-styled carousel in a regularly runs over it, making it one of the modern glass box, reflecting the juxtaponoisiest bridges to be under and an unlikesitioning of the new and old that makes ly place for the expensive DUMBO neighBrooklyn so special. Controversial gentriborhood to be. And yet it’s happened. fication is changing the face of Brooklyn, A great feature of BBP is the playground one of America’s oldest communities, where once dicey neighborhoods are being area at its southernmost end. Here are some of the most intriguing jungle gyms to look converted into trendy and almost unafat along with other amusements guaranteed fordable living spots. to enthrall a youngster. That is why on any One such gentrification is Brooklyn given day, the number of strollers in this part Bridge Park (BBP), which extends a long of the park are almost as numerous as the way from Atlantic Avenue (remember number of adults. Even on the drizzling, cold Monopoly?) north to DUMBO — Down winter day that I visited, there were children Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass — playing and screaming with delight here. along the East River. The Manhattan Bridge
BBP also contains piers that are still working today. Some are industrial, but there are also of water taxis that dock here and shuttle large numbers of commuters around. These are the relatively unknown parts of the New York ferry system. To see New York’s waterways in all its glory, there is no need to book passage on an expensive tourist ship. Just take a round trip on one of these ferries. BBP and surrounds have many popular restaurants including the original location of Brooklyn pizza, Grimaldi’s, and the ever-popular Shake Shack, judged by some to be New York’s best upscale burger house. Like all parks BBP has runners and bikers, but, in addition, made out of landfill there are active soccer, baseball and volleyball fields, as well as covered basketball courts along the East River. Lining the waterfront but set back quite a ways, are expensive residential units that face the magnificent skyline of Manhattan. BBP offers one of the best views of Manhattan, dominated by the Empire State Building, the one World Trade Center and the Statute of Liberty. One of the original landlords in this area is Jehovah’s Witnesses. Its familiar Watchtower building stares back at Manhattan, as the gentrification of DUMBO continues to add value to the real estate owned by them and other long-time occupants of the buildings in this off-the-beaten path location with great attractions. OY. Fuggedaboutit. Michael Wald is a travel specialist with special expertise in Panama adventure travel. He blogs about travel and other musings at untroddenla.com.
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BROADWAY cont'd from page 1 has ever been rude to her about not being Menzel, she said, “One time I was on for a matinee and I didn’t know if I was going to be on for the evening yet, and there were some people at the stage door from London. They were like,
‘Oh God, I really hope you’re not on, I’m gonna be so mad if you’re on. I came all the way from London to see Idina and it’s gonna ruin my whole vacation if you’re on.’” This had to be a hard note to swallow. As a Broadway star, with a cache of great reviews on her side, Burns has also been featured in
Broadway’s “Hair” and as Elpheba in “Wicked.” Tom Kitt’s score, which has its own cult following, includes powerful songs like, “You Don’t Need to Love Me;” “You Never Know; “You Learn to Live Without” and “What The F**k.” Parents, be advised to get a sitter for those under 12. “IF/THEN” will play at the Margot and Bill
RECYCLE cont'd from page 4 amount of CO2 produced by a car driven 26,000 miles. When I started to question the people in the office, one of the responses I received was “But the paper companies plant trees?!” Some do. But the importance of a tree goes beyond replanting another in its place. Most trees used for paper products are produced on monoculture farms that rotate about every 20-25 years. Mature forests take hundreds of years to grow into healthy biodiverse ecosystems containing a variety of plant and animal species. Many species are lost when areas are cleaned out to plant tree plantations. Planting one tree to grow for 25 years does not replace a mature forest. In Canada, about 90 percent of trees harvested come from old growth forests. Not all paper is created equal. From receipt paper to cardboard, there are many varieties that stem from our trees. Recyclebank.com is a great site to further investigate where paper comes from, types of paper, deforestation and more. Paper can be
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EPSTEIN'S cont'd from page 7 kitchen now in the planning stages. Epstein acquired his first of 54 U.S. and foreign patents for a system to distribute audio analgesia in dentists’ offices. “When you hear a sound similar to a waterfall, for example, your brain focuses so hard on the sound that you don’t notice the pain,” he explained. Epstein and his wife of 53 years, Paddy, have two sons, Brad and Bobby and six grandchildren. The grandfather is passionate about working in his
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vegetable garden and reputed to have quite the green thumb. Other Men of Action honorees include John A. Cuellar, restaurateur of El Corazon in Oak Cliff, attorney and dedicated community volunteer. Cuellar is chairman and president of Las Tres C’s, Inc., which owns and operates 98 El Chico restaurants in 14 states. Warren R. “Chip” Fagadau, M.D. is a professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, and is now in private practice. He’s been published in journals and has lectured
cloth diapers of books. Although an e-reader takes more energy and resources to manufacture, every time you download a book instead of buying a resource-dependent, chemically processed book, you are conserving more paper and water. E-readers should be used often and life span extended, but estimates show the carbon emitted over the life of the device is offset after the first year of use. If you love the feel of the book in your hands, visit one of the 29 locations of our Dallas Public Library system. Or buy your book second hand from a local used book store in our area. I’m not saying don’t ever use paper, but do be mindful of your paper use. After reading this article in a printed newspaper, make sure you find the recycle bin and check out our online version at KatyTrailWeekly.com! Don’t forget that recycling is an energy-intensive process as well. Limit the paper you do use first, before your last option is to recycle it. Naima Montacer is a freelance writer and conservationist. View more at her website EnviroAdventures.com.
internationally. Dallas CPA for 40 years and political activist Richard W. Hutchins has dedicated himself to Boy Scouts of America in many capacities. The honoree’s Troop 1077 went on record early as a strong supporter of tolerance. Also honored was the highly respected Reverend Claude O. Maples, retired pastor of Romine Christian Church in South Dallas. Rev. Maples has dedicated more than four decades to community organization. He believes that faith is best lived out in community
activism. Carl V. Crow, mission coordinator of the North Texas Mankind Project (MKP), an international men’s service organization, was also recognized. The Southwest Jewish Congress (SWJC) has honored “Inspiring Women of the Southwest” for 20 years and “Future Inspiring Women” for three years. This is the first year the organization has brought high achieving gentlemen honorees into the spotlight. Hear US Now® is a registered trademark of Dallas Summer Musicals.
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recycled about five to seven times, and every process makes the fibers smaller. The best way to conserve trees and paper is to buy 100 percent post consumer recycled paper or alternative fibers (such as hemp), and avoid virgin materials. Learn to look for the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label on all paper products. The FSC label “ensures that forests are well managed, habitats are protected and local communities’ rights are respected.” Next set your computer defaults. Set your computer to print on both sides of the paper, single space, set your margins to one half an inch on all documents and utilize either Times New Roman or Arial fonts that maximize paper space. Save paper and consequentially save money — what will your office do with the extra cash? Utilize your electronics. Next time you need to print to save a copy, such as a bill receipt, make an electronic version instead. Take a screenshot, save as a PDF and manage your receipts in a virtual folder rather than a paper version. Speaking of electronics, choose an e-reader over a paper book. As Slate Magazine put it, e-readers are the
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Scene Around Town
By Sally Blanton
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Society Editor
Mad Hatter’s Tea
Big Brothers, Big Sisters
“Steel Magnolias” theme announced Tootsie’s
President Renee Querbes Farren, Chair Jocelyn White, Honorary Chair Connie Carreker
Black Tie Gala Omni Hotel
Stephanie Hollman, Cary Dueber
Hope’s Door
Pierce Bush, Sarahbeth Melton, Beth Looney, Rusty Looney, Maya Frutiger, Clay Caroland, Ron Hadley, Victor Abraham
AWARE Event
Reception for Alzheimer’s supporters Sam Pack Auto Museum
Judy Diamond, Stacey Angel
Lone Star Charity
Benefit for Collin County Shelter Benefit for Bryan’s House Hilton Dallas/Plano Gilley’s
Dustin Holcomb, Nerissa Von Helpenstill of Tootsie’s
Blaire Kerwin, Zach Hanson, Kelsey Kerwin
Co-Chairs Reagan Beck, Margaret Hardage
President Janet Boyles, Jack Boyles
Mercury One
Uniting The Humanity In All Of Us Omni Dallas Park West
Patricia Armstrong, Susan Center
Honorary Chairs Chuck and Gena Norris
Founder Glenn Beck
Evelyn Ponder, Barbara Sypult