Online at katytrailweekly.com April 24 - 30, 2015 Downtown • Uptown • Turtle Creek • Oak Lawn • Arts, Design and Medical Districts • Park Cities • Preston Hollow
it’s free!
Mull It Over page 3
Candy’s Dirt page 6
Movie Trailer page 9
Katy Trail Weekly
Vol. 2, No. 10
l
Neighborhood News
l
Community Calendar and Live Music Guide
COMMUNIT Y NEWS
Party like it's 1929
Photo by Lisa Stewart
Highballs and high steppin' this weekend at Heritage Village. Dallas Heritage Village’s Third Annual “History with a Twist,” a celebration of the American cocktail, presented by Sidley Austin, LLP, is Saturday, April 25, 7-11 p.m. at 1515 S. Harwood St. Noted Dallas Mixologist Brian McCullough of The Standard Pour joins Honorary Chairs Sally and Forrest Hoglund and Event Chair Wynne McNabb Cunningham to help raise important proceeds to support learning opportunities for students and adults. More info at DallasHeritageVillage. org. — Elizabeth Lenart
Celebrate Asian Art Presented by the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce and the Crow Collection of Asian Art, the 2015 Asian Festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. in the expanded footprint of Dallas’ Photo courtesy of Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce Klyde Warren Park 2015 Asian Festival opens May 2. and Dallas Arts District. The event is free and open to the public. — Taylor McDonnell
Record day at the Park
Photo courtesy of Music Road Records
Sam Baker.
On Friday, May 1 from 5-10 p.m., Klyde Warren Park will host Music Road Records Day, a free concert presented by Austinbased Music Road Records featuring some of the label’s finest singer/songwriters. Artists include Jonah Smith, Garrett Lebeau, Sam Baker, Jimmy LaFave and Hal Ketchum. For the full schedule of events, go to KlydeWarrenPark.org. — Kelsey Martens
In This Issue
Ackles' Angle............................................................. 3 Along the Green Trail .............................................. 2 Charity Spotlight ...................................................... 4 Classifieds.................................................................. 9 Community Calendar .............................................. 4 Dotty Griffith............................................................ 7 Education Today ....................................................... 2 Fitness on the Trail ................................................... 3 History on the Trail .................................................. 6 Hitting the Trail ....................................................... 7 House Call ................................................................ 2 Live Music Guide ...................................................... 7 Notes from the Editor .............................................. 2 Restaurant Directory ............................................... 9 Scene Around Town.................................................. 8 Shop the Trail ........................................................... 8 Trail to Good Health ................................................ 5 Find us at facebook.com/KTWeekly
3317 Dartmouth Avenue | $3,195,000 | Nora Lane | 214.244.4866
l
Arts and Entertainment
l
katytrailweekly.com
DALLAS
Reunion Tower makes powerful statement
By David Mullen
david@katytrailweekly.com Dallas has the tower. And for the last few years, it has relied on much less power. While it may not be as definitive as the Eiffel Tower in Paris or leaning like the Tower of Pisa in Italy, the Reunion Tower in Dallas has grown in stature while, of course, not actually growing in stature. And as Earth Day celebrations continue throughout the city, it is important to note that Reunion Photo by Barth Tillotson Tower has become much more Dallas icon is also economical in power consumption.
energy efficient. “Reunion Tower has been a distinctive feature of the Dallas city skyline since it opened April 15, 1978,” Dusti Groskreutz, general manager of Reunion Tower, said. “The light shows that run on the Tower communicate special messages to the city, such as local sports team victories, special holiday themed shows and other special events as approved. The Tower strives to maintain a unique connection to the city of Dallas and its residents.
see TOWER on page 8
FAIR PARK
Earth Day Texas offers a world of events
By Naima Montacer @naimajeannette
Earth Day Texas, the world’s largest public exhibition devoted to environmental stewardship, is free and runs from April 24-26 at Fair Park. Interactive activities designed to entertain, inform and instruct attendees on ways to reduce their cost of living, improve their health and benefit the environment are featured. In celebration of the event’s fifth year, Earth Day Texas has been extended to three days. Friday will cater to business and civic professionals, offering speaker panels of global leaders in sustainability. Ken Klaveness, director of Earth Day Texas, said, “This is, as far as we know, the first time we’ve invited businesses, environmental groups and other people to come to Earth Day for their own meetings to talk about what they're doing with each other. We are trying to create a magnet, if you will, for all kinds of groups. By adding this business oriented day, we will be appealing to a broader crowd and draw some business people.” Saturday and Sunday are packed with hands-on games, live music from the Texas Music Project, food trucks and vendors focused on healthy eating and sustainable
THEATER
products, workshops and the Eco-Expo featuring more than 1,100 exhibit spaces. “Throughout Earth Day Texas,” Klaveness said, “we will have quite a wide variety of speakers, experts in certain areas speaking or doing panels about topics of environmental interests and opportunities to learn everything from info about rain catchments, electricity conservation, to learning
topics such as land stewardship, community gardens and more.” Download a free app from the iTunes store, or go online to earthdaytx. org to view the program schedule. From the eye catching to the future forward, there is something for everyone in the family including: • A tour through U.S. National Parks, such as Big Bend National Park and Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park through games, interactive activities, official junior park ranger training and on-site park rangers. The National Parks Conservation Association
kicks off the centennial year of the U.S. National Park Service at Earth Day Texas. • A spin on an electric bike with the Oak Cliff shop, Small Planet E Bikes. Jordan Mieth, manager of Planet E Bike, said on an ebike “you can go 20 mph, 30-60 mph, basically a quicker way to get around on a bicycle.” • The Texas premier of “Racing Extinction,” the new film from Oscarwinning director Louie Psihoyos, who directed the documentary “The Cove.” Screenings will be 2 and 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. • A test drive in the new Nissan LEAF, America’s best selling 100 percent electric car. More than 100 green cars, trucks, and other vehicles will be on display. • A view of weather patterns, ocean currents and continental drift on huge visual orbs. • A close up look at live Texas’ bats from Bat Conservation International who own and protect Bracken Cave, the largest bat colony in the world. Stay green as you travel to Earth Day Texas by carpooling, riding your bike or taking the DART Green Line to Fair Park. Bring any unwanted clothes or shoes to recycle at the American Textile Recycling Services bins located around the event.
Say “Hello” to a new ‘Bye Bye Birdie’
By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
If you remember the young AnnMargret as the bubbly Kim McAfee and Dick Van Dyke as Albert F. Peterson in “Bye Bye Birdie,” you should enjoy the youthful cast in Musical Theatre Academy at Theatre Three’s (T3) production of the 1963 Oscar nominated film. Debuting Thursday, April 30 and playing through May 3, Theatre Too (T2) — T3’s downstairs sister — will offer the performance featuring 20 Musical Theater Academy students from ages 1019. They will produce and perform the comedy in which they express teenage angst and love, peer pressure, competition and idol worship, while donning must-have wardrobe fads, boys’ pompadours and sideburns. Gracie Nunneley, a freshman at Highland Park High School who plays McAfee, said, “I am looking forward to performing in this intimate theatre environment.” This is Nunneley’s first
T3 performance, but she’s appeared in five KD College and Imagination Players productions. The actress’s mother, Kati Nunneley, said, “Being in a play provides great life lessons ... the actor/actress must always be on time, be prepared, know their lines, know their costume changes, work well with others and give 100 percent at every performance!” Also working in or on the show are Highland Park’s Preston Gossett, Harrison Gossett, Meg Thornton, Karen Shirley and Abby Hudson. Lakehill Preparatory Middle School fifth grader Ella Berry, has also been in five musicals with The Imagination Players, said. “This is going to be a great show! It is so fun and everyone has been working really hard. I really enjoy working with Lynn [Ambrose], Mark [Guerra] and Theatre Three.” Berry plays Violet in the production. The actress’ mother, Jessica Berry commented, “I think [this] is a good experience for Ella because she is working with kids of all ages, from all over the Dallas area and they all have different
Photo courtesy of Theatre Three Academy
Appearing at Theatre Too in “Bye Bye Birdie” are Preston Gossett, Hunter Douglas and Gracie Nunneley. levels of experience. She is one of the younger kids, so she learns a lot from the older kids.” Heading up the Musical Theater Academy are music director Lynn Ambrose and director Mark C. Guerra. Ambrose has been a casting, stage and musical director in New York, Dallas and other parts of the country and was music director for Highland Park
see BIRDIE on page 4
3408 Stanford Avenue | $879,000 | Anne Oliver | 214.957.7689
T h e R i g h t H o m e f o r Yo u i s o n A l l i e B e t h . c o m
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
PAGE 2
HOUSE CALL
NOTES FROM THE EDITOR
Blown over by the noise
Some take high ground on pot By Dr. Kimberly Washington
wasting due to loss of appetite. It can also be used to assist in treating muscle washington.k@att.net spasticity, as well as pain management. There is quite a bit of Before anyone starts a buzz occurring over the to believe that this is nearly legalization of medical marias good as a cure to cancer, juana (no pun intended). there has been very little reMany believe that legalizing search focused on the safemedical marijuana will give ty profile of marijuana and the normal American citithe long-term side effects of zen the ability to openly buy its usage, since it is largely marijuana for the purpose of a recreational, albeit illegal, smoking it — for recreationDr. Washington drug at this point. There are al use. They also believe that some preliminary concerns by making marijuana legal, pertaining to memory and it will eliminate the black market for cognition problems and risk of depenthe drug and bring in a huge amount of dence. There is more research needed to revenue to the country from sales tax — have a clear view of the side effects and as the black market for marijuana sales safety profile including dosage and ways in the U.S. could increase tax revenue by to regulate dosage when the drug is inan estimated $3 billion. haled versus ingested. Marijuana, or cannabis, is a plant that This topic will not go away in the has been used for thousands of years across media, however. There are many famimany cultures for medicinal purposes. In lies who are desperate for the opportuAmerica, only five states have legalized the nity to legally use this drug for treatdistribution and purchase of marijuana in ment of real diseases; however, they are small amounts: Colorado, Washington, being hampered by current laws and Oregon, Alaska and Washington, D.C. In criminals who seek to further their comparison, 23 states have legalized mediown illegal activities through openly cal marijuana, however, many insurance selling marijuana. I believe many more plans do no cover the drug, and it is exstates will legalize marijuana both for tremely expensive without it. This limits its medicinal use, as well as recreational usage based on cost. use. However, there is a considerable Cannabis has several beneficial meamount of regulation that must come dicinal uses. In particular, it works excep- along with legalization. tionally well for those who are currently Dr. Kimberly Washington, a genon chemotherapy who develop intense eral surgeon at Highlander Surgical nausea and loss of appetite. It is also used Associates in Arlington, maintains an into treat patients with AIDS who develop terest in health education and advocacy.
By David Mullen
will remind drivers to slow the “ficus” down. When you live in a neighborhood like mine, with a I live in Dallas, in the region bunch of trees that are losing leaves considered the Katy Trail area, but faster than Matt Lauer is losing his I believe that the entire city is my hair, everyone seems to have their oyster. I know I am landlocked. I own human “Leaf Blower,” blowget it. But remember the old Mr. ing every morning at the crack of C’s Oyster Bar in the West End or dawn. Must everyone have their the No. 1 Pearl Street Oyster Bar own human Leaf Blower with a leaf off Northwest Highway blower? At least, or the Lone Star Oyster I think, I share Bar on Greenville Avenue mine with my which had ice cold beer neighbors who I and cheap oysters? I have never met. Is know that there are some one manual Leaf joints that I don’t visit Blower better than enough, like Shuck ‘N the other? Is there Jive and Hook Line & a Hall of Fame Sinker and Aw! Shucks! of Leaf Blowers? David Mullen “Oh, look at that I know the Gulf Coast has had issues. But can I guy in the bright get a decent oyster worth a shell yellow jacket!” I thought, while in town anymore without paying standing in front of my anony$30 a half dozen? Shoot me an mous neighbor’s house. “Man, can email at david@katytrailweekly. he blow leaves! He must be in the com … With all due respect to Leaf Blowing Hall of Fame! Is that that popular English rock band why he can blow leaves at 7:30 — which I never got to “Meet” — a.m. on a Saturday morning? Must The Beatles: “Come together, right have to go to a banquet or have to now. Over leaves.” To paraphrase sign some autographs or someRodney King, “Why can’t we all thing.” By the way, I live in Dallas, get a lawn?” Lawn service — that not in an area that has already is — where everyone has leaves approached this noisy issue … being blown at the same time! Speaking of, took a walk through Preferably, in my hood, at 2:45 to the leaves in my neighborhood 3 p.m. only on Wednesday afterearlier this week prompted by noon when the school zone lights a tweet from the great Robert start. That way, the incessant noise Wilonsky saying that the old Avon david@katytrailweekly.com
EDUCATION TODAY
(technologically speaking) young, let’s shift gears for a lee@hsidevelopment.org second to education. Why Because we live in a did I entitle this column modern world, here are a few “Education 1.1?” Simple: facts before we tackle the title Public education is a relawave coming to education in tively new phenomenon! The our country first real iteration over the next by man to edu20 years, as cate everybody well as the in a fair way was rest of the developed around world. First: the planet in the Microsoft is '40s and '50s, on its eighth but it missed the operating mark; good first system with try but off the Lee Anderson mark. How is it three to five iterations of that I can speak so each one, meaning it has 30 unequivocally? Answer: into 40 versions. Mankind, credible academic consensus. though we think of ourselves I will be writing about the as modern, is still in a kind academic consensus in upof technological adolescence. coming weeks. However, for We hear words like “data,” today and for brevities sake, “data driven” and “technolthis presentation of the acaogy,” and it's easy to forget demic consensus is a bit overwe are just coming to terms simplified, but it still holds: with data. Only a few instiresearch by the Nobel Prize tutions on earth have truly winning economist from understood the psychology the University of Chicago, of data: Google, Microsoft James Heckman, showed and Apple. Pretty successful labor market outcomes for companies for a variety of those people earning a GED reasons, not the least of which in the '70s, '80s and early is good timing, but all three '90s. It also showed advances understand the psychology in neuroscience in the midof data and were perhaps the 90s and programs like the first large scale groups that Perry Day School Program employed real data driven that have been measuring methodologies. We should long-term labor market outfollow them — and man, is it comes of youth intervention exciting. programs for 60 years, which While I have opined conduct longitudinal studies about the fact we are still over 20-30 into labor market
Apartments building on Lemmon Avenue is being torn down for a Verizon. Since when did Verizon start selling fast food? Anyway, I found more beautiful houses fenced in with the intention of being town down for — I assume — more townhomes. Listen, some bad apartments are being replaced as well. It is just this townhome owner is a fan of some of the unique houses built in the area. The race to find those type of houses still standing in Oak Cliff continues … Just got my Yellow Pages delivered to my door step. They still deliver the Yellow Pages? … With my mind on Cinco de Mayo, I just got a note (in English and Spanish) that after an incredible run of more than 53 years, Univision Network’s top-rated variety show “Sabado Gigante,” hosted and created by Don Francisco, will end in September. You have no doubt stumbled upon the classic show channel surfing. Just one question: what happens to the dancing bee? … The Apple Store at NorthPark is now taking appointments for consumers to view the new Apple Watch and preorder. “Does anyone really know what time is it?” … It must be prom season. Even at my age, my face just broke out. Too bad they don’t have Clearasil for the middle-aged. Or maybe they do … Tony Romo turned 35 on Tuesday. “Tick, tick, tick.”
ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
Brace for a paradigm shift By Lee Anderson
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
outcomes. Now I have time to explain why these three areas have had such a great impact; I will develop an upcoming column a bit more on each of these areas, and it is driving what should be characterized as an educational revolution. So, for example, it’s very likely every at risk K-12 school in the U.S. will receive federal and state funding for Early Childhood Development (ECDP) within 20 years. In 20 years, nearly every school district in our country will have its culture transformed by three things: social and emotional learning (SEL) focus, shift in cultures from a fixed mindset or a growth mindset and to be in a continuous school improvement model using data-driven decision making practices. SEL, PCL and continuous improvement have particular meaning to the progressives in education. In the next two months, I’ll devote an entire column to each of those areas and many more that are driving education in the right direction. Now back to the title “Education 1.1.” So, consider the following: In 1990, Microsoft DOS was still in use by most people, and now it has changed 30
see SHIFT on page 4
Right to presume that U.S. consumes By Naima Montacer
to make creative products from trashed items. Spire describes her passion: “Seeing what pieces are beings discarded and how can we make that Many people think the only way to be green into something again, that’s kind of the heart of everything.” is to do it all or do nothing. It’s really not about ReGeared began as a side project to earn taking on every challenge to reduce your impact some cash for Spire’s Team in Training program, on the planet. Collectively, if we are all more but as more and more people wanted custom deaware of the resources we use and make small signs, their business took off. Today, ReGeared’s decisions to use less, it will add up. A good rework, from beer taps to classy tables, can be seen minder is that although the U.S. in several restaurants across Dallas, inmakes up about five percent of cluding Luck in Trinity Groves. I stopped the world’s population, we conby Luck and hopped behind the bar to sume about 24 percent of the see their hand crafted beer taps at work. world’s energy. That means one Seeing the projects from inception at their American uses the same amount shop to working art in the restaurant reof resources as 13 people from ally inspires a sense that we all can do this China or 31 people from India. on a small scale. It just takes some creativWhen we use so many resources, ity. What do we trash that can be repurcutting our use in any way helps. posed as something else or if we need Reminding yourself that there are Naima Montacer something in our lives, how can we make a variety of ways to have less of an it with materials we already have? impact is key to finding your own It turns out; the owners of Luck really made way to be green. these environmental choices a priority when This past week I met some creative souls building their restaurant that opened in October bringing trashed materials back to life in new 2013. Jeff Dietzman, one of the co-founders of products right here in the Dallas area. Rachel Luck, said, “We were building the restaurant Spire and Lauren Lay launched ReGeared in from the ground up, so we could do anything we January 2011. ReGeared creates hand crafted one wanted with it, so we definitely wanted to use as of a kind pieces for your home, office, workplace much reclaimed wood and metals and use local or special event from “as much recycled mateartists and vendors.” rial as they can get their hands on.” Which, after Every once and a while you need a creative walking through their backyard full of about 40 reminder that being green doesn’t mean you scrapped bikes, buckets of bike chains and gears hug trees every day, it means you care to make and piles of salvaged wood, is a lot. They work a conscious decision to use less resources. This with local bike shops, pick up materials, use a can take shape in many ways in your life from tumbler filled with walnut shells to clean off the a side project to a major portion of your busigear that will be made into a clock, a Texas flag, ness. Everyday each American produces about a one-of-a-kind picture frame or eye-catching four pounds of trash. How will you rethink your jewelry. trash? Spire learned her craftsmanship working as To learn more about ReGeared and browse a furniture designer in the Dallas Design District their work, visit etsy.com/shop/ReGEARED. for about 10 years. Spire describes her hands on Naima Montacer is a freelance writer learning as: “To be a better designer, it’s better and conservationist. View more at her website to get back there with the guys and learn how to EnviroAdventures.com. build.” Now, she seeks to use her learned skills
@naimajeannette
OUR MISSION Katy Trail Weekly is a community-friendly newspaper designed to inform and entertain the people in many diverse demographics who live and/or work in these neighborhoods. Much like the Katy Trail itself, Katy Trail Weekly is designed to help bring together the neighborhoods of Downtown, Uptown, Cedar Springs/Oak Lawn, the Design District, the Medical District and the Park Cities, as well as others. The newspaper is placed in local businesses, and other locations, for free pick-up by their patrons. We support this publication by providing ad space to local businesses who want an effective and affordable way to reach the Katy Trail area readers we attract and serve. We welcome participation in the paper through story and picture submissions, and we hope that you will join us in making this paper the best it can be. Co-founders Nancy Black Rex Cumming David Mullen Andy Simpson Publisher
Editor in Chief
Rex Cumming David Mullen
Managing Director Nancy Black Graphic Design Art Production
Amy Moore Bronwen Roberts Ruth Sanchez
Photographer
Can Turkyilmaz
Accounts Manager
Cindi Cox
Distribution Andy Simpson Susan Strough Manager Wayne Swearingen Kim Washington Copy Editors Jessica Voss Rosa Marinero Advertising Sales Susie Denardo Online Editor Denver Sinclair Becky Bridges Society Editor Sally Blanton Writers Chris Ackels Distribution Lynsey Boyle Anna Clark Thomas Combs Turner Cavender Billy Griffin Chic DiCiccio Benjamin Smedley Candace Evans Lorenzo Ramirez Dotty Griffith Paul Redic Beth Leermakers Nicole Reed Megan Lyons Naima Montacer Sara Newberry Mary Spencer Shari Stern
Katy Trail Weekly Katy Trail Weekly (214) 27-TRAIL(214) (87245) 27-TRAIL • P.O. (87245) Box 180457 • P.O.• Box Dallas, 180457 TX 75218 • Dallas, TX 75218 info@katytrailweekly.com info@katytrailweekly.com • katytrailweekly.com • katytrailweekly.com © 2015 Trail Publishing, © 2015 Inc.Trail All rights Publishing, reserved. Inc. Katy All rights Trail Weekly reserved. is published Katy Trail Weekly weeklyisand published distributed weekly for free. and distributed Views expressed for free. in Views Katy Trail expressed Weekly are in Katy not necessarily the opinion Trail Weekly of Katyare Trailnot Weekly, necessarily its staff theoropinion advertisers. of Katy Katy Trail Trail Weekly, Weekly its staff doesor not advertisers. knowinglyKaty accept Trail false Weekly ordoes misleading not knowingly editorialaccept content false or advertising. or misleading editorial content or advertising.
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
MULL IT OVER
ACKELS' ANGLE
First round will be battle of the fittest By David Mullen
traditional finals format and the Warriors had to play their home NBA finals games at the It is a bit eerie around Cow Palace in Daly City, Calif. town given the present circumwhich was primarily used for stances. This week, I have yet the circus and a stock show. to see any Dallas Mavericks car The Warriors have not played flags, so popular in the past. I in an NBA championship have seen one “Go Mavs!” lawn finals since. sign. Sports radio stations seem This year, the Warriors are more interested in the upcomnot surprising anyone. With ing NFL player draft than the guards Stephen Curry, Klay Mavericks chances in the NBA Thompson and an undeniplayoffs. What if the local team able home court advantage at was in a run for the chamOracle, they will easily dispatch pionship and no one cared? of the New Orleans Pelicans, Apparently, as a seventh seed, despite the Pelicans emerging no one believes that Dallas can superstar Anthony Davis. get past the first round. In the Eastern But this was an odd Conference, it is easy to see basketball season. The all four top seeds holding Golden State Warriors had serve. The Atlanta Hawks, the league’s best record led by NBA coach of the and unexpectedly ran away year Mike Budenholzer, with the NBA’s Western has the conference’s best Conference. Then you find record and most unknown six teams in the West — inroster. They play great cluding the Mavericks — defense and Kyle Korver – separated by just six games the Ashton Kutcher lookin the final standings. In alike — can shoot three the Eastern Conference, pointers with the strength two teams qualified for the of “Two and a Half Men.” playoffs with losing records. The Chicago Bulls should Despite limping down win going away over the the home stretch, the young Milwaukee Bucks, Mavericks are built for coached by Jason Kidd. a playoff run. They are a The Toronto Raptors and Photo courtesy of siphotos.com veteran club and are deep. Washington Wizards, The last time Golden State won the That’s the good and bad teams that could easily news. Being a veteran team NBA championship was in May 1975. battle for the worst nickcan be a nice way of calling names, will battle in a playDirk Nowitzki, Rajon Rondo other, they tied 2-2 during off series no one will watch. and Tyson Chandler old. the regular season. I like the Toronto won the season seBut the first round opponent Clippers, finally realizing their ries, so I will give them playHouston Rockets, outside of potential led by insurance adoff series as well. Then there MVP candidate James Harden, vertising icon Chris Paul. are the anointed Cleveland also relies on a couple of veterWhen I was a teenager Cavaliers. an players in Dwight Howard in 1975, I got to watch a team I am sure that if LeBron and Jason Terry. Despite limp- comprised of one superstar James had his way, he would ing out of the gate with two (Rick Barry) and a number of lobby to change the Cavaliers losses on the road, I like the role player’s serge to the NBA name to the Kings. But that is Mavericks to advance in a championship. The venue really a cheap shot at the best hard-fought seven game series. was loud — it was not called player in the NBA. Cleveland, in In a quirk of NBA seedOracle Arena — but simply James return home, will easily ing, the Portland Trailblazers the Oakland Coliseum Arena. dispatch of the Boston Celtics actually have better seed than Officials at the Coliseum Arena and begin a long playoff run. the Memphis Grizzlies but not did not believe in the Warriors, So if Dallas can beat the home court advantage. It won’t and booked an ice show during Rockets, which apparently no matter as the Grizzlies will pre- the week that the NBA chamone thinks they can, let the vail. Here is the chance for my pionship would be held. That good (and old) times roll. Dust annual plea to the NBA. Please forced the NBA to shake up the off those Mavericks car flags. david@katytrailweekly.com
PAGE 3
trade the Grizzlies nickname to Sacramento, so we can have the Sacramento Grizzlies (in honor of the state bear) and the Memphis Kings (in honor of B.B. and Elvis). All will be right in the basketball world. Like most, I think that the Los Angeles Clippers and San Antonio Spurs should be the best series in the Western Conference playoffs. Everyone fears the Spurs because they are the defending champions and despite being the sixth seed playing the third-seeded Clippers, only one game separated the two teams in the win loss column. Against each
FITNESS ON THE TRAIL
What happens when you don’t exercise? By Turner Cavender Turner@dallasfbbc.com
It’s easy to focus on the present without thought of the future, but the choices you make today will affect tomorrow. Stay up late tonight and you’ll be tired tomorrow morning. Turner Cavender Skip flossing for a few months and your dentist is more likely to find cavities. Skip exercising and — well, you can overcome that any day, right? After all, you’re in good health and not too overweight, so why exercise? Since you don’t have time to work out and prefer not to break a sweat, you may think you are exempt from needing to work out. Unfortunately, this incorrect thinking can have very dangerous side effects. Though exercise may not be your favorite thing to do, physical activity should be a regular part of your life for a host of reasons. Not only does working out help your mood and your physique, but people who lead a sedentary lifestyle are at a greater risk for medical conditions, weight gain, clinical depression and premature death. Some of the consequences that can happen when you do not exercise include: Declining health. You drive to work, sit all day at a desk, drive home and sit all evening on the couch. If this sounds like you, prepare yourself for disease, sickness and failing health. Just as exercise cuts your likelihood of suffering all sorts of ailments, not getting in the gym on a regular basis drastically increases your risk for major diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, cancer and high blood pressure. Think of the pain, anxiety, medical bills, and life-altering changes that come with diseases like this. Exercise boosts your immune system so it’s not just the big, scary diseases associated with a sedentary lifestyle but smaller illnesses, too. Spend your life sitting around all day, and you should expect more sick days with colds, flu and other infection, because they’re right around the corner.
Weight gain. Coupled with an unhealthy diet, an inactive lifestyle can cause you to pack on the pounds over time. When you don’t burn the calories you eat, they turn to fat in your body. Numerous health conditions are linked to excess weight and especially to visceral fat (the fat around your waist that surrounds your internal organs). Being overweight comes with more problems than just your health. Think of your selfesteem, discomfort, joint pain, discrimination, clothes that don’t fit or the extra cost to travel. All because you’re not getting up and moving your body. Depression sets in. I have reviewed several studies that show those who don’t get enough exercise are more prone to depression, low self-esteem and anxiety. Exercise is one of the best and most natural remedies for depression and other mood disorders. It releases feel good endorphins that improve your mood. Working out also helps relieve pent-up tension, builds self-confidence and provides a healthy hobby to fill your time. Premature death. Studies show one in 10 deaths are attributed to a lack of exercise. It may be hard to believe, but a sedentary lifestyle is associated with all of the following statistics: • Men are at a 45 percent greater risk of dying from cancer and women’s risk for cancer-related death increases by 28 percent. • The risk of dying from respiratory problems increases 92 percent for men and 75 percent for women. • Heart disease deaths increase by 52 percent for men and 28 percent for women. These stats have you on the edge of your seat? Take the next step by standing up and walking around the block. It’ll do your body and mind good. It may even save your life. Brittle bones. Muscle atrophy and brittle bones are thought by many to be an expected part of aging. However, I believe that regular exercise, especially the weight-bearing kind, can drastically slow this process. Ward off osteoporosis, prevent falls and feel stronger for everyday activities with everyday exercise. Turner Cavender is a certified and licensed personal trainer and owner of Dallas Fit Body Boot Camp. "Remember, just a matter of doing it" #JAMODI.
Bet you’ll love Lone Star Park By Chris Ackels
Ch.ackels@gmail.com When I was a kid, we could get $3 tickets to Ranger games. Now in my mid-20s, it seems to cost my buddies and I an arm and a leg to attend any Dallas-area sporting event. Got a group of four? Between tickets, parking, food and drink, a regular Photo courtesy of Lone Star Park season Stars or Mavericks Horses starting out of the gate at Lone Star Park. or Cowboys game could cost $200. Saturday, April 25. Enter Lone Star Park. The premier thorNelson mentioned in the next month oughbred racing facility in Texas offers some alone, the track will attract thousands of fans of the best entertainment options in the through its Kentucky Derby hat contests (May Metroplex, at prices that feel like the 1970s. 2), its Lone Star Bark dog day (May 17) and its Five dollars can get you a ticket in the door, a Preakness Stakes events (May 16). front row seat to 10 races and in some cases, a “We like to give people a chance to come concert ticket to quite a few Texas bands. out here and experience it all,” Nelson said. And if you know your horses, you could “Horse racing is so unique; there aren’t many even win it all right back. opportunities to do this kind of thing across Horseracing has been on the downturn the country.” lately but Lone Star Park is looking to buck America’s Best Racing (ABR), the national that trend. The track hosts a number of events marketing arm the thoroughbred industry, designed to bring out young people: the has taken notice. ABR Ambassador Michael seven-concert Lone Star Music Series, Dollar Johnson said he is impressed with Lone Star Days on various Saturdays, and upcoming Park’s work. events such as Kentucky Derby day and dog “They do a great job down there,” Johnson day, dubbed Lone Star Bark. said. “It’s such a great place to watch the races.” It’s all an effort to bring young fans to the Johnson noted that Lone Star Park hosted track, and eventually to show them the ropes the 2004 Breeder’s Cup and has continued a of wagering on the horses. And for those tradition of strong horse racing ever since. He looking for a social activity with friends, it also noted that ABR helps educate young fans makes perfect sense. on the ins-and-outs of horse racing through Rodney Nelson, the Social Media videos, social media, wagering tips and events Marketing Manager for Lone Star Park, said across the country. the initiatives have had great success. “The And while it may be the special events Lone Star Music Series is great, it brings that attracts young people, ultimately Nelson young people out like crazy,” Nelson said. said the main attraction will always be the “For $5, fans get a whole day of racing and a horses. great show to go with it.” “We have some really high-quality horses This year, Lone Star Park opened the con- out here,” Nelson said. “They are beautiful anicert series with performances by Eli Young mals, and great athletes.” Band and Chris Young. The 2015 lineup also Lone Star Park hosts the Texas Mile this includes Stoney LaRue (May 8), Josh Abbott Friday, April 24, in one of the state’s premier Band (June 19), Gary Allan (June 20), Chase races. With a packed social calendar and Rice (July 17) and Pat Green (July 18). events almost every weekend, there’s never a After seeing the success of the series, bad time to get out to the track. It certainly Lone Star Park has found other ways to get won’t be as expensive as other sporting or conyoung fans involved. Dollar Days mean $1 cert options. admission, $1 hot dogs, $1 soft drinks and $2 And it’s the only one with a chance to win beers — the first Dollar Day takes place this your money back.
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
PAGE 4
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
Katy Trail Weekly
calendar artandseek.org
Have a submission for Picture of the Week? Let us know what’s going on in our community: info@katytrailweekly.com
Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. April 24 – 26
5321 E. Mockingbird Lane #230 Dallas, 75206 214-841-4713
Angelika Film Center – Come to the 45th Annual USA Film Festival. Actor, author and native Texan Stephen Tobolowsky returns to his home town (and the USA Film Festival) to host the program. Tickets for most programs are $10. Show times vary.
April 24 – 30
2501 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 972-925-1200
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual Arts – See our production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” It's not summer yet, but take this dreamy journey with the mesmerizing talent that is…Booker T. Theatre. Held on Greenroom Stage. 7 p.m. $3-$5.
April 25
4501 Travis St. Dallas, 75205 214-769-7666
Café Madrid – Celebrate the April Fair of Sevilla! There will be live flamenco guitarists and dancers as well as the typical foods of the fair. The local drink, Tio Pepe Sherry, will be served ... straight up or mixed into sherry cocktails. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Exodus Ministries, a local ministry which empowers formerly incarcerated mothers and their children to achieve a productive and fulfilling life. 5 to 9 p.m. FREE!
April 25
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201
City Performance Hall – Join us for “A World of Women for World Peace!” The event will be hosted by Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson. 10 a.m. to noon. FREE!
April 25
825 Exposition Ave. Dallas, 75226 214-826-6273
Ochre House Theatre – A hilarious romp of an ordinary Egg Salesman finds himself at the Dog Races, betting his last life savings. With original music, lyrics and puppets, "The Egg Salesman" is a roller coaster ride of winning and losing it all. Runs through May 16. Visit ochrehousetheater.com.
May 1
6101 Bishop Blvd. Dallas, 75205 214-768-2787
SMU Owen Arts Center – The Meadows School of the Arts presents the “Opera Free For All.” At the end of their first year at SMU, the junior varsity members of the opera program give voice to who they are as young artists in a special showcase conceived and designed by themselves, incorporating music, dance and the spoken word. 1 p.m. FREE!
May 4
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-671-1450
Dallas City Performance Hall – The Arlington Youth Symphony will conclude its season with performances from all three of its orchestras. Led by conductors Clifton Evans, Diane Harper and Jennifer Lemin, AYS is excited to celebrate its first performance at the Dallas City Performance Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5-$15.
Fri 4/24
Picture of the Week
Robt. Penn Warren, b. 1905 Shirley MacLaine, b. 1934 Barbra Streisand, b. 1942 Cedric The Entertainer, b. 1964 Kelly Clarkson, b. 1983 1800 – Library of Congress established.
Detour map of roads near SMU. Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here! Photo courtesy of Highland Park PD
Sat 4/25
Edward R. Murrow, b. 1908 Ella Fitzgerald, b. 1918 Al Pacino, b. 1940 Hank Azaria, b. 1964 Renee Zellweger, b. 1969 Jason Lee, b. 1970 1859 – Work began on the Suez Canal.
Sun 4/26
John J. Audubon, b. 1785 I. M. Pei, b. 1917 Carol Burnett, b. 1933 Joan Chen, b. 1961 Kevin James, b. 1965 Jessica Lynch, b. 1983 1607 – 1st British colony in America at Cape Henry, VA
Mon 4/27
Ulysses S. Grant, b. 1822 Coretta Scott King, b. 1927 August Wilson, b. 1945 Sheena Easton, b. 1959 Mica Paris, b. 1969 1965 – R.C. Duncan patented “Pampers” disposable diapers.
Tue 4/28
Harper Lee, b. 1926 Ann-Margret, b. 1941 Jay Leno, b. 1950 Penelope Cruz, b. 1974 Jessica Alba, b. 1981 1914 – W. H. Carrier patented the air conditioner.
Wed 4/29
Duke Ellington, b. 1899 Jerry Seinfeld, b. 1955 Daniel DayLewis, b. 1957 Uma Thurman, b. 1970 Andre Agassi, b. 1970 1990 – Destruction of The Berlin Wall began.
Thu 4/30
Cloris Leachman, b. 1926 Willie Nelson, b. 1933 Annie Dillard, b. 1945 Jane Campion, b. 1954 Kirsten Dunst, b. 1982 1789 – George Washington took office as 1st U.S. president.
EVENTS
Cinco de Mayo activities abound
By Shari Goldstein Stern
Donors and volunteers
show love and care in Dallas
THRIVE WOMEN’S CLINIC
A free, Christian service, which encourages choosing life for the babies of pregnant women through various programs By Sally Blanton welcoming. Each clinic is staffed with highly trained employees and volunteers. sallyblanton455@gmail.com There are nurses’ offices and exam rooms equipped with a 3D sonogram machines. Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will feature a charity that is doing remarkable work in Dallas, What sort of volunteer jobs are available? a city known for philanthropy and generosity.
Q
QW hat is your mission or highest purpose?
rive’s mission is to extend Christ-like A Th
love in a compassionate manner that values the family and empowers women and their partners to choose life for their babies. Our free services include counseling, pregnancy tests, sonograms, childbirth classes, a men’s group and material assistance. Our vision is to create an environment where ending the life of the unborn is unthinkable.
Q H ow many clients are served each year?
A I n 2014, Thrive had 5,476 client visits and saw 2,623 individual clients. Over its 32year history, Thrive has facilitated more than 145,522 client visits.
QW hat percentage amount actually reaches those in need?
A A bout 78 percent of funds go directly to serving clients (2013 audit numbers).
QW hat are your critical needs now, besides money donations?
A V olunteers are needed to serve in a vari-
ety of capacities. New or gently used maternity clothing, baby clothing and items are ongoing needs.
Q D o you have any upcoming fundraisers?
A O n Monday, May 4, we have Golf For
Life, presented by Briggs Freeman/ Sotheby, held at Brookhaven Country Club. Contact mcosalazar@gmail.com.
QW hat is your facility like?
e have three clinics in AW
the Dallas area. Our environment is highly professional, compassionate and confidential. The feel is very
A Lay-counselors, mentors, nurses, sonographers, ob-gyns, prayer intercessors, organizers, administrative helpers, childbirth educators, teachers and committee members. Contact Earlene Jones at 214-9059068. Thrive currently has 109 frontline volunteers and 283 volunteers overall .
QW hat do you think is the most important thing you do for the community?
e provide women in distress over their AW
unplanned pregnancies a safe, place to talk through and become educated on their pregnancies and pregnancy options. We also share the hope they have in Christ.
Q What is rewarding about your job?
A T o see our organization grow and reach more women in crisis.
Q In a short paragraph, please tell how a specific person or family was helped.
A A client came in determined to abort her
baby. She and her family had fled their native country due to fear of losing their lives and were seeking asylum in the U.S. with very little to live on. They were sleeping on the floor of an acquaintances apartment. Our staff cared for this family and eventually provided temporary housing and support once they were granted asylum. They chose to continue with the pregnancy and were able to receive Medicaid and parent the baby. They participated in our educational program and after seven months in our housing project, they reached independence. The husband is gainfully employed, and the entire family is grateful for all the support they received from Thrive that saved their infant daughter’s life. Mary Jane Fogerty, Executive Director, answered this week’s questions
shari@katytrailweekly.com
Here’s a sampling of what’s in store on and around Cinco de Mayo, Spanish for “the fifth of May,” which celebrates the defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Cinco de Mayo is traditionally celebrated in communities all over town, with dancing, music, food and beverages. Musica de Mayo. May 1 and 2, Turtle Creek Chorale. Chamber Chorus and members of TCC perform music celebrating the Latino culture, and the Chorale promises the music will be hot! Featured will be choral music from Argentina, Venezuela, Brazil, Mexico and Spain. For information visit turtlecreek.org. The Dallas Cinco de Mayo en La Calle ~ Jefferson Big Parade & Festival. Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy floats, entertainment by Ballet Folklorico, marching bands, live music, a car show and more at the
historical Oak Cliff event, which benefits the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts & Educational programs.
Photo courtesy of Metter Library
The parade steps off at 11 a.m. at the corner of Jefferson Boulevard and Madison Avenue, and proceeds west on Jefferson Boulevard to Polk Street. Enjoy a beer garden near the Texas Theatre. Festival Main Stage is in front of Jerry’s Supermarket at 532 W. Jefferson Blvd. with performances, bands and presentations from noon to 4 p.m. A car show will be along the 700 block of W. Jefferson Blvd. For details see
BIRDIE cont'd from page 1 Middle School. Guerra has worked in various capacities started with T3, totaling 43 productions. He’s appeared onstage and directed
dallascincodemayo.net. Saturday, May 2, 2 p.m. until midnight, join Cinco in the City Block Party. At the historical El Fenix in downtown Dallas, Meso Maya and Taqueria La Ventana Restaurants will host one of the largest Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the city on more than an acre lot deep in the heart of Dallas. All three restaurants will be open and serving food and drinks all day long, while providing a full day of live entertainment. DJ Jose Contreras will start the party at 2 p.m., followed by Photophreaks and Incognito. Dos Equis and margaritas will be flowing, and guests will enjoy special food items from El Fenix, Meso Maya and Taqueria La Ventana. There will be contests for a variety of prizes throughout the day. Downtown El Fenix parking lot between Caroline Avenue and Alamo Street, just north of El Fenix and Meso Maya restaurants 1611 McKinney Ave. For information, visit elfenix.com.
locally at T3, Pegasus, Mesquite Community Theater and several other theaters. For tickets and reservations, call T3’s Box Office at 214-871-3300, option one, or visit theatre3dallas.com. T3 and T2 are located at 2800 Routh St. in the Quadrangle.
SHIFT cont'd from page 2 to 40 times if you count software updates of each operating system. It is manifestly true that education is getting ready to transform, and in 20 years, it will have been through a refinement process similar to what Microsoft went through. And while you may not have confidence that human beings can do anything right for good reason, academic consensus is our friend. In the upcoming weeks, I will explain this consensus so it’s easy to understand and then outline where education is headed and why. Then, importantly, I will explain how this consensus is driving stuff I mentioned above: social and emotional learning communities, professional learning communities and continuous improvement communities. I do indeed make a lot of hyperbolic statements; I’m a geeky romantic. I like to say that we are at a tipping point in the course of human history. However, I’ll go one step further as I want to do: We are witnessing a shift in the evolutionary process of mankind. Lee Anderson is founder and chairman of Strong Minds Rise Together.
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
ACROSS 1. Musty 6. Can't stomach 11. Kind of bank 16. "The baker, the candlestick — ..."
21. Refuge 22. Burro alternative 23. Home 24. Like gymnasts 25. Yet to come 26. Like fallen logs
27. Vice — 28. Built like a rock 29. Went to the gym (2 wds.) 31. Skyline feature 33. Ad — committee
35. Agree silently 36. Brown of renown 37. No rocket scientist 38. Sooner city 39. Nice and warm 41. Lime cooler
42. Chain dance 44. Wharf 46. Furniture movers 51. Stay on the line 52. Seeger of folk music 53. Online auction 57. Busy places in June 58. Raises one's voice 59. Type of explorer 60. Yves' pal 61. More unusual 62. Gourmet cook — Child 63. Mop companions 64. Lose it (2 wds.) 66. A funny Philips 67. Of durable wood 68. Nest builders 69. "1984" author 70. Tees and tubes 72. By and by 73. Swindler 74. Burned with steam 75. Down the hatch 77. Like Kermit 78. Dreaded homework 79. Surfaces 82. Fleeced 83. Lee of cakedom 84. Piece of linoleum 88. Bread units 89. Get in touch with 90. Very pale 91. — Gatos, Calif. 92. Farm measure 93. Pretense 94. Fluttered 95. "Luck of the Draw" singer 97. Goalie's org. 98. Early stages 99. Bowling alleys 100. Argument 101. Pinch of salt 103. Fan noise
PAGE 5 104. Route for Ben-Hur 105. Formal wear 106. Minute 108. Softens 110. Awful 111. Rushing sound 114. Drop-kick 115. Field mice 117. Sharp — — tack 120. Attorney's forte 121. Plea at sea 123. Fidgety 125. Ecological disasters (2 wds.) 127. Departure 129. Shrink back 131. Mix up 133. Free 134. High-strung 135. Buzzing about 136. Hears the alarm 137. Leaf pore 138. Sidled past 139. Ponders or meditates in silence 140. Quick on the uptake 141. Seismic uplift DOWN 1. Throw 2. Lake near Reno 3. Claims 4. Security breach 5. Broke off 6. Oblong nuts 7. Skirt go-with 8. What some marry in 9. Mantra chants 10. Flashlight output 11. Improving the road 12. Spain and Portugal 13. Hurt at Pamplona 14. Mdse.
TRAIL TO GOOD HEALTH
megan@thelyonsshare.org If you travel for work or find yourself eating out socially multiple times per week, you may not be eating as healthily as you hope. Before I quit my job to focus on health coaching full time, I used to travel four days every single week, which meant I would eat Megan Lyons at least 12 meals per week in restaurants! You may have heard that it’s healthier to eat home-cooked meals, but did you know that the average restaurant meal contains 1,327 calories, which is two to three times the calories an average adult “should” consume at each meal? I believe in treating yourself when you want to and not being obsessive about calorie counts, but if you’re trying to eat as healthily as possible, those extra calories can really add up and surprise you. (And remember that was just average; there are some restaurant meals that top 3,000 calories!) So, if you’re trying to eat as healthy as possible, but still enjoy your restaurant meal, here are my top four tips: 1. Follow The Lyons’ Share BDD Rule for eating out. When I’m going to a restaurant, I make a conscious choice before eating about whether or not I’m going to enjoy three things: bread,
drink and dessert. If it’s just a regular meal, I’ll only choose one. If it’s a special occasion, I’ll choose two. And if it’s a very special occasion, like an anniversary or a wedding, I’ll choose all three! Thinking of my options as what I get to enjoy (rather than what I have to restrict) makes it a much more pleasurable experience — and I still get to enjoy whatever I’m craving! 2. M ake healthy modifications to your order. I believe in ordering what really sounds good to you but also in making some modifications to make the dish as healthy as possible. So, choose a green vegetable side dish instead of the mashed potatoes and gravy or opt for a whole grain instead of the French fries. You can do this even at places that seem as if healthy choices don’t exist. For example, at a Mexican restaurant, choose the fajita salad but pass on the cheese, choose not to eat the tortilla shell bowl, add some healthy fat from avocado and opt for salsa instead of the creamy dressing offered with the salad. Or, enjoy a bowl of tortilla soup but remove most of the tortilla chips and cheese topping. 3. Make appetizers your friend, not your enemy. Appetizers can be a great way to sample many things from the menu of a special restaurant or to tame your raging hunger before your main meal arrives, but it can
often be even more calorically-dense (and nutrient-poor!) than the entrees themselves. So, I recommend passing on the Bloomin’ Onion or the cheese fries and instead going for something with fresh, seasonal vegetables — the more color, the better! If I want to sample multiple dishes but am not overly hungry, I’ll often choose two appetizers as my entire meal, rather than an appetizer course and an entree course. 4. Request your meal to be prepared “dry” or with minimal oil. Have you ever tried to order something superhealthy, like a grilled salmon, a side of vegetables or an egg white and vegetable omelet, and then have your meal come out of the kitchen swimming in a pool of butter or grease? Healthy fats are essential, but the several tablespoons of oil that restaurants often use can be overkill. Most of the time, restaurants are using partially hydrogenated vegetable oil or other lesshealthy oils, since they’re cheaper. For this reason, I often choose to ask for my meal to be prepared “dry” (without oil) or with minimal oil. Megan Lyons is a Harvard graduate, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Running Coach at The Lyons’ Share Wellness. To learn how you can improve your own health, contact her at 214-8031298, or visit her website, thelyonsshare. org/health-coaching.
YOUR STARS THIS WEEK By Stella Wilder
The coming week is likely to reacquaint many individuals with their roots, often in ways that are both surprising and instructive — and perhaps not altogether desired, at least at first. What this is all about, really, is self-knowledge. Everyone will be encouraged, one way or another, to look closely in the mirror and assess what is seen: Is it an accurate reflection, or one that is somehow distorted by experience, attitude, or some unfavorable bias? Looking back into the past can provide precisely the view that is most beneficial in the present, but some may fear looking at that which has long been avoided. There is, indeed, always that risk! Personal matters will come to the fore as well, but nothing should be quite as surprising as the journey one takes into the past. Indeed, many will feel wholly resigned to face the issues that arise at this time, knowing that it is not always pleasant to do what must be done. TAURUS (April 20-May 5) You know how best to present your ideas to others, and you'll have ample opportunity to do just that. Don't back away! (May 6-May 20) – The care of another will fall to you, and you'll know how to keep him or her from sinking into a funk.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) You may undertake a journey that, upon completion, affords you the strength and confidence to say, "I was wrong." (June 7-June 20) – Self-assurance is an important factor, especially when you are following a path that is not clearly laid out. CANCER (June 21-July 7) You may not be able to prove that your opinion is actually more a matter of fact, but you are confident that you are on the right track. (July 8-July 22) – Your personal beliefs will come under fire from those who don't recognize their inherent value. You must remain tolerant. LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) You're going to have to work hard to focus your energies and make sure that you are tending to business in the proper order. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) – A message you receive from afar may surprise you — not in content, but in meaning. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) You may be facing a rather unlikely reality, and how you stand up to criticism will say a great deal about you. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) – You'll find yourself leading others in a cause
79. Spiral-horned antelope 80. Gourmet coffee 81. Countesses' husbands 82. Leaps away 83. Pack rat 85. Wooden horse saga 86. Gambling game 87. — Park, Colo. 89. Overbearing 90. Ebbs 93. No-see-um 94. Light bulb measure 95. Tyrannosaurus — 96. Mr. Vigoda 98. Lawn products brand 99. Cheerful tones 100. Guys 102. Movie channel 105. Everest adjective 107. Published 108. Indiana city 109. Keys in data 110. Water heater 111. Metamorphic rock 112. Forded a stream 113. Not yet paid 114. Huffs and puffs 115. Russian export 116. Winter nuisance 117. Understudy 118. Reads hastily 119. What a theatergoer takes (2 wds.) 122. Did the butterfly 124. Fishtails 126. Vanish — thin air 128. WNW opposite 130. Ames inst. 132. Reservoir boundary
OFF THE MARK
Four tips to enjoy healthy eating at restaurants By Megan Lyons
15. —, right! 16. Team animal 17. Back when 18. Brick bakers 19. Poet T.S. — 20. "Angie Baby" singer 30. Really nice people 32. Hangs fire 34. Web-toed mammal 40. Skipper's OK 42. Gen. Powell 43. Earthen jar 44. Congeals 45. Depot info 46. Insert mark 47. Texas tourist site 48. Leather for honing 49. — kwon do 50. Foul up 51. Hunt or Hayes 52. Gist 54. Spoke sheepishly 55. More than enough 56. Give forth 58. Sgt. Preston's beat 59. Hymn of praise 62. Goodall and Fonda 63. Fluff feathers 64. Chemist's amount 65. Young hooter 67. Rockers Hall and — 68. — it's at 69. Barracuda habitat 71. Dish up the food 73. Old hag 74. Torn piece 76. Epochs 77. Specter 78. Payroll deductions
that many may soon support. There are some big changes on the horizon. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) You're waiting for a confirmation of something that you have long suspected — but even then, you won't have the whole story. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) – Are you willing to stick your neck out? This may be required in order to take advantage of a new opportunity. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) You'll begin to recognize a pattern in someone's behavior that recently seemed completely random, but even so, not everything will make sense. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) – You may be compelled to do what others have forbidden you to do. Are you ready to face the consequences? SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) You may be trying to choose from too many options. Take some time to narrow down your choices based on practical needs. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) – Be prepared for a surprise. It's likely to come from an unlikely source, effectively doubling the surprise! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) You'll have reason to pay closer
Copyright 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. attention than usual to something or someone that you consider a long-term investment. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) – You may be wondering whether a certain issue is a matter of faith or science. The evidence is likely to point both ways. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) The way you broach a certain subject may take some people by surprise, but it is an indication that you are to be taken seriously. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) – It's important for you to look at the big picture even as you tend to related details. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) One thing after another passes you by, tempting you in a way that makes you somewhat fearful. Simply hold your ground. (March 6-March 20) – You may be intrigued by what someone has to offer, despite your awareness of certain risks and clear dangers. ARIES (March 21-April 4) A figure from the past is likely to loom large in your future. What can you learn from this inevitable encounter? (April 5-April 19) – You'll derive a great deal of meaning from the little things that people do — especially those closest to you.
● Each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 through 4 (easy) or 1 through 6 (challenging) without repeating.
● The numbers within the heavily 5-24-15
outlined boxes, called cages, must combine using the given operation (in any order) to produce the target numbers in the top-left corners.
● Freebies: Fill in single-box cages with the number in the top-left corner. KenKen® is a registered trademark of Nextoy, LLC. ©2015 KenKen Puzzle LLC. All rights reserved. Dist. by Universal Uclick for UFS. www.kenken.com
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
PAGE 6
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
By Candy Evans
you is an understatement. The truth is, we have the only property for you, and it’s this OMG! It’s USA fantastic modFilm Festival Dallas ern home with week, great films a beguiling grid like “Iris,” “Journey of windows and to the Center of brick set on a hill the Earth,” “Dior in Kessler Woods. & I,” “Sharing That brick the Rough,” and and those walls! “Helicopter Mom” And look at all of will be screened at Candace Evans those windows the Angelika and and sliding glass movie stars crawling doors! Truly, this all over the place. Then, come is a home with some sexy lines, Saturday, I’m a Legend table and “Boy! Are they dramatic!” hostess for Family Compass, a That gigantic two-story firegreat organization, which for place has tons of impact, but I 41 years has strived to prevent love how the home has a sort child abuse. Oh and it’s Earth of “bringing the outside in” Day! So much to do but at vibe, with sleek stained conCandysDirt.com, where you crete floors and masonry that should be every day, we alis identical to that used in the ways have time for dirt! exterior inside. And with those Especially homes with windows and views, you’ll clean lines and wide-open definitely get an eyeful of this spaces! Do you adore vaulted tree-filled paradise that earns ceilings and unique finishes? its name: Kessler Woods. Crave amazing views? To say This particular listing we have just the property for at 805 Kessler Woods Trail
Candace@CandysDirt.com
This modern home is located at 805 Kessler Woods Trail and is listed for $1,500,000. though, is one of my favorites among a slew of beautiful modern homes. This boxy two-story was designed by Work Architecture and built by English Heritage Homes, with landscapes by David Hocker. It is sizable and open and has a fantastic post-industrial feel. There are three bedrooms, four full and one half baths, two living areas, two dining areas, a three-car garage and more than 3,700 square feet of modern interiors. It’s listed by David Griffin for $1.5 million. Because the living spaces are located above the garage, you get a treehouse-like feel, which is also very private. That, combined with the huge walls of square-shaped windows, gives almost every room a view of the neighborhood and 12 Hills Nature
Center, including the breakfast area and the kitchen. Honestly, these two areas dining areas and the gigantic kitchen may just have the best view in the house! Of course, you get modern wood-grain cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, an eat-in bar, and a built-in wine cooler. The mosaic backsplash is a bit much for me, and it’s missing a pot-filler above the six-burner range. Still it is smoother than a baby’s bottom and extremely spacious. It’s the perfect setting for long-into-the-night dinner parties. Upstairs you’ll find a casual-feeling family room that is a cozy space for watching movies and hanging out. While a lot of modern homes look about as comfortable as a cactus, this one is a bit more laid back and would suit a
Photos courtesy of David Griffin & Company
family quite well. What do you think of that colorful powder bath? BTW Fraun Delafield of Allied Stone tells me that we’ll be seeing a lot more integrated vessel sinks like this marble one, where the sink is actually carved to precision out of a large piece of marble, granite or onyx. I can’t wait to see more of these! The master suite is full of potential, though in this master bedroom it’s a tad unrealized. Go ahead and let your imagination run wild, though. Think of how you could put in a gorgeous chaise lounge near the sliding glass doors that lead to the private balcony, or how you could put in one of those fantastic modern upholstered beds from the Bernadette Schaeffler Collection! Or IBB Design!
The master bath is beautiful, though, with a large vanity and dual sinks and an equally over-sized shower with two heads. And then there’s the balcony, which is perfect for morning coffee! You also get a home gym with its own full bath, a huge three-car garage with a sleek professional floor finish, and that pool is just refreshing, isn’t it? What’s not to love about this modern dwelling inside one of Dallas’ haute-est neighborhoods? 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, we celebrate Real Estate every single day! Sign up at CandysDirt. com to get the latest real estate news delivered!
HISTORY ON THE TRAIL
Honoring American military aviation
By Wayne Swearingen
were invited, and the headquarters was established in Harlingen. Today, the CAF owns 162 On a beautiful sunny winter planes valued at more than $50 milday a few months ago, I had the lion, of which 144 are in flying conopportunity to step back in hisdition. They are located all over the tory. With my nephew, Milton country in 80 CAF units in 26 states. Painter, we drove to Meacham The CAF now has 12,000 members Airfield in Fort Worth. Milton and a paid staff of 30. It is a 501 (c) is retired as a top instructor (3) nonprofit with annual revenue pilot for Southwest Airlines. in excess of $24 million. The misWe parked by the tarmac, and sion statement has been: “Education, there she was in all of her resuch that generations of Americans stored splendor, FIFI, the only will value and support the contriburemaining operational B-29 tions of military aviation in assuring Superfortress today. We were Photo courtesy of Wayne Swearingen our nation’s freedom.” lucky enough to ride with the B-29 Superfortress “FIFI.” In 1991, the CAF moved the volunteer crew to Midland, headquarters to Midland. In 2013, Texas, where FIFI was the star of the Board of Directors voted to move the national an air show. I sat in the bombardier’s seat for most headquarters to a larger metropolitan location with a of the flight and the landing. I could picture seeing population base large enough to support the mission Hiroshima, Japan in the bombsite on that historic and future growth. More than 20 cities competed and Aug. 6, 1945, before and after the Enola Gay dropped Dallas was selected where, at Dallas Executive Airport the first of two A-bombs, which ended World War II. (DEA), 22 acres is now set aside for development. Japan’s Emperor Hirohito announced his country’s Over the next five years, new hangers, offices and a unconditional surrender on Aug. 15. world-class museum are planned. Major fundraisFIFI is owned by the Commemorative Air Force ing is now underway. Mayor Mike Rawlings and the (CAF), which was originally founded in 1957, a time Dallas City Council are 100 percent supportive of this when our military Wayne Swearingen project for South Dallas. was scrapping the In March, I met with Stephen Brown, presiaircraft that played dent and CEO, Adam Smith, EVP of strategic development, and a decisive part in winning the Melissa Ogden, chief development officer, to discuss the vision war. The original members and challenges for the CAF today. The new goal here is: “To crewere “spray pilots” and volunate a world class attraction, using lessons from history, to inspire teers with the initial goal … To young people today to achieve great things like our Greatest preserve, in flying condition, Generation did in WWII. ” at least one example of each Wayne Swearingen, CRE, is a principal at Barclay aircraft flown by the American Commercial Group and lives adjacent to the Katy Trail. Contact Forces from 1939 through 1945. him at wswearingen@barclaycom.com. An additional 200 members
Directory of Area Places of Worship LifeDallas Church
Inwood Theater, 75209……………………214-733-4131 Worship Service: Sundays at 10am Grant Myers, Pastor, “Less Ritual--More Meaning”
www.lifedallas.org
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church
3014 Oak Lawn Ave., 75219 ……………… 214-521-5197 Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 am; 10 am Discipleship Hour; Noon each Wed. Brown Bag Communion • Dr. Anna Hosemann-Butler, Senior Pastor www.olumc.org
Park Cities Presbyterian Church (PCA) 4124 Oak Lawn, 75219……………………214-224-2500 Sunday Worship and Classes: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am Wednesday Vespers with Communion: 5:30 pm
www.pcpc.org
For inclusion rates & publishing deadlines, call 214-27-TRAIL
Professional - Experienced - Trusted
Randy Elms, MBA REAltoR® (214) 649-2987 randallelms@yahoo.com
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
DOTTY'S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE
Questioning quinoa? Try this
By Dotty Griffith
Live Music Guide Shows & Concerts
This Week: Fri, 4/24 - Thu, 4/30
dottykgriffith@gmail.com Whether you’re a gluten free believer or you question quinoa (why everywhere all the time?), this chocolate cake is a dessert worth checking out. The flourless chocolate cake, available at fast casual restaurant Start, incorporates quinoa, a major superfood of the moment (maybe the century). Founder Erin McKool’s version satisfies a sweet tooth while gratifying her quest for “pure food.” This isn’t low calorie, McKool said, but it is “clean, from-scratch food.” An attorney turned pure food advocate and entrepreneur, McKool wants to remodel fast food. The recipe contains an ingredient growing in usage by fans of the pure food movement. “Organic evaporated cane juice” isn’t a liquid, it is a not-so-white, less-refined, form of sugar. Advocates believe this makes evaporated cane juice a healthier alternative to sugar. Yes, it costs more. It’s available at specialty, i.e. greener, grocers and health food stores. Want to taste before you bake? It’s on the menu at both Start locations, 4023 Lemmon Ave. and 4814 Greenville Ave.
PAGE 7
Saturday, April 25
Photo by Kevin Marple
Flourless Chocolate Cake. ERIN MCKOOL’S FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE 1/3 cup low fat milk 4 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3/4 cup melted unsalted butter 2 cups cooked quinoa 1 3/4 cups organic evaporated cane juice 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 tablespoon baking powder (gluten free) 1/2 tablespoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease 8 mini cake pans or giant cupcake pans. You can also use mini-muffin pans or an 8- or 9-inch cake pan. In blender, combine milk, eggs, vanilla and melted butter; process on low speed until
incorporated. Do not over beat. Add cooked quinoa and blend on medium for 1 to 2 minutes. It should be somewhat smooth, but not completely without any grain texture. In large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until well-blended. Fill prepared pans halfway to allow for rising. Bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in cake comes out clean. Cool pans completely on wire rack. Once cooled, turn out cakes upside down to release from pan. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving and garnish with berries. Yields: 8 individual cakes.
May
Sunday, April 26
HITTING THE TRAIL
“Panama!” side ‘B’ as in beautiful By Michael Wald
wald.world@yahoo.com I’ve previously written about how Panama is like two countries, Panama #1 consisting of Panama City and Panama #2 consisting of the rest of the country, called “the interior” by natives. The population of Panama is about three million. About half live in Panama City and the rest are scattered over an area slightly smaller than South Carolina. We focus on this interior area, which is principally rural. Photo by Michael Wald Panama #2 offers a huge spectrum of tourBeach at Toboga Island. ist options including cloud forests, beach and during the day. Make sure you’re physically mountain activities. Most tourists experience prepared. Volcan is Panama’s the Canal, which passes through highest spot. You can camp at the Panama City, and they don’t leave top to awaken to a magnificent the capital city. They think they’ve sunrise in the morning and a seen Panama, but unless they see simultaneous view of the Atlantic Panama #2, they really have a lot and Pacific Oceans. more to know about the country. Part of Amistad extends into Two principal indigenous groups Costa Rica and offers great hiking. live in the interior. The Ngöbe–Buglé It’s a jungle cloud forest with thick lives in Chiriquí, a province to the far vegetation. You can easily get lost, west bordering Costa Rica. The Kuna Michael Wald so take an experienced guide. Yala lives in San Blas, on the northA popular ex-pat haven is ern, Atlantic coast, near Columbia. Boquete where you might not even feel like Each has its own traditions and language. The Kuna live mainly on tiny pristine ocean you’re in Panama. Its surroundings are home to islands. Highly worth exploring, but the Atlantic many coffee plantations. In town you’re likely to find a bagel shop. seas reputedly are the same routes used by drug North of Chiriquí, the province of Bocas traffickers from Columbia; so it is best to visit del Toro is another popular destination. with an experienced tour operator. The best Again, you have to get there by plane or a very way to get there is on a roller coaster of a road, long car ride on winding mountain roads. preferably in someone else’s four-wheel drive, or Bocas, a series of islands connected by water you can also fly to San Blas. Although close to taxis, is known for the beauty and quiet of its Panama City, it still isn’t easy to get to. remote beaches, as well as natural habitats for Chiriquí is where flowers, vegetables and turtles and other wildlife. fruits are abundant in an eternal spring climate If beaches are your thing, closer to due to its higher elevation in the mountains. Panama City you can more easily access the Dairies and horse farms are plentiful. A drawbeautiful beaches on Tobago Island or the upback is that it takes about eight hours by car scale Perlas Islands. Catch a ferry early in the to get to Chiriquí from Panama City, dependmorning to either from the Balboa Yacht Club ing on exactly where you are going. You can next to the Country Inn and Suites Hotel near fly, around $60 one way to the main city there, the entrance to the Amador Causeway. David, Panama’s third largest city. Mainland beaches, many with all-inTwo of the nicest places in Chiriquí clusive resorts, are concentrated near Santa are Cerro Punta, on the edge of La Amistad International Park and Volcan, a dormant see PANAMA on page 8 volcano, which you can climb in good weather
Monday, April 27
Tuesday, April 28
June Wednesday, April 29
Clubs Friday, April 24
Thursday, April 30
Whenever you go to one of these clubs, tell them, "I found you in Katy Trail Weekly."
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
PAGE 8
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
Scene Around Town
By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com
Society Editor
DMA Tea
Toast to Life
Art Ball Host Committee Home of Nancy Carlson
Director Max Anderson, Ball Chair Nancy Carlson
Resource Center Benefit Empire Room
Gene Jones, Elaine Agather, Diane Roberts, Nonne Haynes, Maxwell Anderson
Catherine Rose, Nonne Haynes
Buddy Mullino, DJ Lady Bunny, Shana Anderson
Stewpot Alliance
Kick Off/Check Presentation Home of Susie Simon
Christi Nicholas, Charlotte Legg
Betty Heckman, Rosemary Robbins
Bruce Buchanan, Lee Hutchins, Brian Luscher, Jackie Moore, Anna Besser
Chuck Steelman, Ron Corning, Scott Kahn
Appetite for Advocacy
Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center Sheraton Dallas
Co-Chairs Julie Durham Rado, Barbara Durham
Maggie Cook Kipp, Lynn Davis, Lindsay Jacaman, Caroline Settle
Rachel Winner, Deanna Carrell, Kimberly Graft, Brooke Tinch
Randall and Kara Goss
SHOP THE TRAIL
COMMUNITY COUNTS. KEEP IT LOCAL.
To be featured in this section, call: 214-27-TRAIL or email: sales@katytrailweekly.com
LUCAS STREET ANTIQUES AND ART GALLERY Dallas’ newest antiques and art gallery Stop by and browse over 60 booths of Mid-Century Modern, Urban Contemporary, Industrial, Primitive, Shabby Chic furniture and a great selection of original art, photographs and sculpture. Check out the wonderful selection of rugs, lamps and a large number of African and American large game head mounts. Located at the end of Market Center Blvd. at Harry Hines, directly behind the Holiday Inn Hotel. www.LucasStreetAntiques.com 2023 Lucas Dr. Dallas, TX 75219 214-559-9806 Mon-Fri: 10-6 Saturday 11-5 Sunday 12-5
PANAMA cont'd from page 7 Clara, which is about a two-hour drive from the Panama City airport. An international airport to serve this beach area is currently under construction. With the lowest rainfall in Panama, beaches in this crescent are likely to have good swimming weather but watch the riptide warnings. El Valle de Anton, a mountain resort built
TOP DRAWER ANTIQUES A few DEALER spaces left!!! BIG SIDEWALK SALE THIS SATURDAY and SUNDAY!!!! We will have a little bit of everything. High End, Eclectic, Mid Century Modern, Traditional, True Antiques, Vintage, Art Dealers, Furniture, Jewelry 10622 E. Northwest Hwy (near Plano Rd.) 214-553-5510 Open Wednesday - Sunday 12-6pm
in the crater of an old volcano, is close by. Known for its farmers’ and artisan market, as well as amazing weekend mansions, it is also attracting many ex-pats who run restaurants. See the El Nispero Zoo with its Smithsonian research center involved in preserving the nearly extinct yellow frog that only exists in Panama and is a symbol of the country. A new butterfly museum run by an ex-pat is attracting attention. Visit Coiba Island for a tropical paradise that rivals the Galápagos Islands. A common launching point for trips there is Santa Catalina, a surfing mecca on the Pacific. You can also get there from Puerto Mutis, one hour south of Santiago. The interior offers a wide variety of things to do. You’re guaranteed to find your paradise, but you have to get out of Panama City. Michael Wald is a travel specialist with special expertise in Panama adventure travel. He blogs about travel and other musings at untroddenla.com.
CHARLOTTE’S FACIAL & BEAUTY SERVICES ~ Featuring NuFace - the professional anti-aging powerhouse!
Cupping massage for cellulite. Oxygen facial treatment. By appointment only. 214-352-8811 Mastercard and Visa welcome.
LADIES DESIGNER BRAND WAREHOUSE Sale-Spring Fling Warehouse Sale 4/30-5/1-5/2 Over 18,000 pc of 1st quality ladies clothing. Sizes 2-18 — 1X-3X, including petite sizes. Thursday, 4/30 8am-7pm Friday, 5/1 8am -7pm Saturday, 5/2- 8am - 3pm Easy free parking and plenty of dressing area. All cc accepted/cash or check NO Children under 12 or Men allowed 10367 Brockwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75238 214-349-1891 • whsale@sharonyounginc.com
TOWER cont'd from page 1 “Reunion Tower’s light shows are created by a lighting designer with over 23 years’ experience designing eye catching shows for LED based installations across the United States,” Groskreutz said. “Developing and designing a new light show takes 30 days from start to finish, since each light bulb has to be programmed individually.” Standing 560 feet tall (50 stories), Reunion Tower is the 15th tallest building in Dallas. An elevator ride to the top lasts 68 seconds, and there are 837 steps in the stairwell to the top. The ball is 19,459 square feet. Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck, the tower’s restaurant, was named for the total height of the tower. The floor of Five Sixty rotates at a speed of one revolution per hour, giving diners a chance to see the entire 360-degree view including Fort Worth 32 miles away. Photo by Jason Williams The tower is programmed for spectacular light shows visible throughout the city. “The installation took 22 days, and the color LED lights were tested at 4:30 a.m. Nov. 17, 2011,” Groskreutz said. “The Tower’s new lighting system uses 32- to 65-watt LED fixtures (depending on the color being displayed) — projecting an average energy savings of 60 percent, and have a much longer lamp life.” Reunion Tower’s staff is always busy working behind the scenes managing daily operations at the Tower. But as Groskreutz pointed out, the most visible employees are the Reunion Tower Ambassadors. “The Tower’s Ambassadors welcome guests as they arrive and serve as a helpful guide during their visit,” Groskreutz said. “Their goal is to ensure the best experience for each individual guest, whether it’s their first visit or their 560th visit!” And that’s a tall order.
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
PAGE 9
Our Favorite Restaurants
MOVIE TRAILER
The pairing of Franco and Hill in ‘True Story’ remarkably rings true By Chic DiCiccio @Chiccywood
The shock of seeing James Franco and Jonah Hill in a movie together that doesn't feature jokes involving bodily functions is not that tough to get over in “True Story.” It's fairly difficult to remember that these two actors are more well known for being funny than dramatic when you see a small child crammed into a suitcase in the first three minutes of the movie. “True Story” isn't going to win Photo courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures any awards, set any box office reJonah Hill and James Franco share stories in "True Story." cords or revolutionize crime procedural movies, but it is an above transported back to Oregon where he Other than one moment of revelaaverage movie about the perils of is charged with the murder of his wife tion, the last 30 minutes of “True narcissism. Franco and Hill play and their three children. Eventually, Story” are fairly boring and quite two real human beings who, despite word gets back to Finkel that Longo had easy to telegraph. their extreme differences, both have essentially stolen his identity. However, This is director Rupert Goold's the same problem: self obsession. instead of being horrified by this inforfirst feature film, and there are moMichael Finkel (Hill) is an acmation, Finkel jumps on the opportuni- ments of promise but when there is claimed journalist that is working ty and sees it as a great way to jump start more than one musical interlude of on his ninth cover of The New York his now failed journalism career. characters talking, writing, looking Times. Finkel, in an attempt to make a Finkel begins a series of jailstressed, etc., you may have failed a story more believable, bends, twists house interviews with Longo in which bit as a storyteller. It's not that what and outright lies about facts regardit's harder to tell who is the creepier Goold has done with this story is bad; ing labor practices in Africa. Once he human being. The two of them begin it's just that he isn't showing the details is caught, he loses his cushy Times job to use each other for their own perof it in a compelling way. For a factual and is forced to run back to his home in sonal gain, which makes “True Story” story with unbelievably creepy details Montana with his tail between his legs. more of a character study than “whoin it, he seems to have found a way to Meanwhile, Christian Longo dunit” murder mystery. make it all not that disturbing. (Franco) is in Mexico, lighting Unfortunately, once “True “True Story” works mostly due candles in churches and seemingly Story” gets closer and closer to the to the fantastic acting from Hill and being a normal tourist. Since we've actual trial portion of the movie, it Franco, both showing they can easalready been introduced to Finkel, starts to go off the rails. It becomes ily handle the depth and complexity it's a bit perplexing when Longo far too predictable and formulaic. required. Hill seems to be both conintroduces himself to a cute German After these two main characters fident and naive at the same time. girl as “Michael Finkel, journalist.” have put all their cards on the table, He arrogantly manipulates every From there, Longo is arrested and there's really nothing else to say. situation he is in, all while coming
CLASSIFIEDS Personal/Individual • Up to 5 lines for 2 weeks - Only $19 Business • Listings & Display Ads - Call for Rates HANDY-MAN SERVICE
HELP WANTED
MIKE'S Handyman Services Experienced Handyman Small jobs Welcome All types of repairs References Available Call Mike - 214-413-8224
CNA caregivers wanted Competitive wages and health insurance offered. Need caring and dedicated staff. Please call 972-423-3600
Air Conditioning, Htg. Son of Man Air and Heat Service calls … $39.95 1 lb of Freon … $89.95 2-ton systems as low as $3,195. Call today: 214-351-1132 Tx Lic. # TACLA27258C Jesse’s A/C and Appliance Service Experienced, professional service for your Washer, Dryer, Oven, Range, Freezer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Cooktop, etc. Phone: 214-660-8898 Cell: 214-769-2483 Tx Lic. # TAC-LB13304C
Receptionist / Admin. Asst. position avail. Interesting office handles accident reconstructions. We're the CSI of auto accidents! Office is casual, located in Lakewood. Mon-Fri: 8 am - 5 pm. MUST know MS Office and able to speak with clients. Attention to detail & good initiative are required. Send resume to: Barbara@ scientificanalysisinc.com 214-320-8686
off as the smartest guy in the room. He is fairly off putting but does it in a way that never becomes annoying. While Hill easily shows his character's arrogance, Franco makes it impossible to tell if Longo is a country bumpkin or a sociopathic menace to society. He smiles at Hill's Finkel as if he's flirting with him one second, then shyly crawls back into a shell when asked the really tough questions such as “Did you murder your family?” It's one of
Franco's best acting performances, and he makes Longo so easy to hate. The biggest problem with “True Story” is that it is about as exciting as a Wikipedia page. It's told in far too straight forward of a manner and never has any feelings of dread or despair, which is hard to believe considering the subject matter. Franco and Hill make this worth seeing, but sadly, “True Story” seems like an R-rated, 99-minute episode of “Law & Order.”
SOLUTION TO THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE
Katy Trail Weekly is FREE at more than 500 convenient locations in all the Katy Trail neighborhoods from Uptown to Oak Lawn to the Park Cities. You can also reach the readers of White Rock Lake Weekly ... call 214-737-2111.
Call 214-27-TRAIL to place your ad TODAY! Start Now! Work from home!! Katy Trail Weekly Base plus commission. Ad Sales & Client Service Part-time or Full-time We will train you. If you have good sales exper. that's great, too! Send your resume to: susie@whiterocklake weekly.com Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters Need mature, responsible, reliable people for rapidly expanding pet business. Apply online: dallaspet.net
PLUMBING UPTOWN PLUMBING 214-747-1103 Master Plumber #13800 Repairs / Remodels / Drain Cleaning Residential / Commercial Flat Rate Pricing. 24/7 Service You Can Trust uptownplumbing.com
HHHH
Be Sure to Vote on Sat. May 9 HHHH
KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM
PAGE 10
APRIL 24 - 30, 2015
3030 BRYAN STREET LOFTS
FRONT
ROOFTOP DECK
UNIT 104 • $539,900
UNIT 305 • $425,000
UNIT 207 • $399,000
UNIT 204 • $427,500
MATTHEW EDWARDS 214.704.3333 | matthew@daveperrymiller.com
MATTHEW EDWARDS
214.704.3333 | matthew@daveperrymiller.com
An Ebby Halliday Company
1803 Marydale | $460,000 Experience Dilbeck’s influence on design in this awesomely-vintage Stevens Park Estates 3 bed/3 bath home. Open Sunday 2-4pm.
TOP 25 R E A LT O R S
638 Tenna Loma Ct. | $279,000
914 N. Edgefield Ave. | $325,000