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Knock, knock! Avon falling The more than 80-year-old Avon Apartment building at 3812 Lemmon Ave. has been raised this week. And with it went the decade long vacant gas station — a neighPhoto by David Mullen borhood eyesore Avon building was demolished this week. — on the corner of Oak Lawn Avenue and Lemmon Avenue. The demolition of the two structures is the continuation of aggressive redevelopment in the Oak Lawn and Uptown area. — David Mullen
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OAK LAWN
The mother of all Mother’s Day restaurants
By David Mullen
david@katytrailweekly.com For 17 years, a visit to Al Biernat’s popular restaurant at 4217 Oak Lawn Ave. has become synonymous with celebrity sightings, New Year’s Eve dinners, Easter gatherings and Mother’s Day brunches. Especially Mother’s Day brunches, as the restaurant has more than 800 brunch reservations for Mother’s Photos by Gustav Schmeige Day, Sunday, May 10. Al Biernat. “We have 830 people on the books,” Brad Fuller, general manager/partner at Al Biernat’s, said, “and that is just for brunch [as of Tuesday, May 5]. That’s probably where it will finish out. We have some times left at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., but those are not the most popular times for brunch.” Fuller is expecting another 200-250 people at dinner, which is more than one complete
turn of the restaurant capacity. What is it like to serve more than 1,000 meals in one Mother’s Day? “As far as the menu goes,” Fuller said, “at one time we used to have a set menu at a set price. We decided against that some years back — it has probably been six years now — since we run an à la carte menu for Sunday Brunch every Sunday anyway. We limit the amount of sides that can be ordered, delete a few entrées and limit the preparation on eggs. Really, the choices are scrambled or poached. If you are coming in for eggs over easy, Easter Sunday and Mother’s Day are not the days to do it. We have to limit it when we are doing that much volume.” Even with those staggering numbers, the biggest day in terms of sales for the restaurant is New Year’s Brad Fuller.
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DALLAS
Uptown invigorates with second Ciclovía
By Kathrine Brody
Photo by Sarah Lassen
Katelynn Hernandez made friends with a miniature horse at last year's Farm and Ranch Day. The city goes country on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. when Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children hosts the 2015 Farm and Ranch Day at Reverchon Park, 3505 Maple Ave. The event is free. “This is one of our most fun programs,” said Ashley Givens, senior director of special events at the hospital. “We bring the farm and ranch to town, and kids and their families get exposed to a lifestyle that might not otherwise have a chance to experience.” — Manny Mendoza
Senior Source presents Burns The Senior Source will host its annual financial seminar geared to adults aged 50+ featuring nationally syndicated business columnist Scott Burns, covering the topic “Maintaining your standard of living in a no-yield market.” The talk takes place on Thursday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to Noon at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, Asbury Hall, 9200 Inwood Road. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. A minimum Photo courtesy of The Senior Source donation of $10 is suggested. Scott Burns. Proceeds benefit the nine nonprofit programs of The Senior Source. To register, contact The Senior Source at 214-823-5700 or email sepd@theseniorsource.org. — Betty Houser
In This Issue
Along the Green Trail .............................................. 5 Charity Spotlight ...................................................... 4 Classifieds.................................................................. 9 Community Calendar .............................................. 4 Dotty Griffith............................................................ 7 Fitness on the Trail ................................................... 3 Life on the Trail ........................................................ 2 Live Music Guide ...................................................... 7 Notes from the Editor .............................................. 2 Restaurant Directory ............................................... 9 Scene Around Town.................................................. 8 Shop the Trail ........................................................... 8 Trail Lawyer .............................................................. 2 Trail to Good Health ................................................ 3 Find us at facebook.com/KTWeekly
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may include yoga, Zumba, a rock climbing wall, children’s activities and much more. Uptown Dallas, Inc., a nonCiclovía is a Spanish term profit organization charged that means “cycleway,” also with enhancing life for Uptown known as Open Streets in the residents, promoting Uptown U.S. Originating in Bogatá, businesses and managing the Colombia in 1976, Ciclovías Uptown Public Improvement were created in an effort to make District (UPID), will host Colombia a safer cycling city. Uptown Ciclovía, the city’s Today, Ciclovías have been sucsecond annual large-scale cessfully taking place and gainOpen Streets event on May 17. ing momentum for years in Ciclovías across the nation are unique events that temporarily Photo courtesy of Uptown Ciclovía major cities around the country, shut down and transform city The second Uptown Ciclovía opens at Klyde Warren Park. including: Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, Denver, Houston, streets into urban parks for peoAustin, Fort Worth and San ple to experience the city by foot, Warren Park at 10 a.m. During the event, Antonio. The participating business bicycle, rollerblades, skates and more. Dallas residents and visitors can enter the along the Ciclovía/Open Streets routes In partnership with the YMCA of route at any point — there is no starting have enjoyed a positive impact on their Metropolitan Dallas, Uptown Dallas will point or finish line — and are invited to businesses as a result of this familyorganize a one mile, car-free route conparticipate in outdoor activities that profriendly event. Now, more than 100 necting the Katy Trail to Klyde Warren mote a healthy lifestyle while experiencing Ciclovía events take place in North Park and the Dallas Arts District via Uptown to the fullest. Local companies America each year. For more informaCedar Springs Road and Harwood Street. and vendors will be sponsoring recretion about Uptown Ciclovía, visit the The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 ational activities scattered along the route website at UptownCiclovía.org. p.m. with an opening ceremony at Klyde for participants to enjoy. These activities
MUSICAL
'Newsies' delivers at Winspear Opera House
By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
There’s something energizing about watching an ensemble of boys and young men onstage, oozing artistry as they freely twirl, leap and tumble through the air, appearing light as feathers, while singing their hearts out to a rhythmical, award-winning score. At the Winspear’s production of “Newsies” Saturday, it is impossible to take your eyes off the three dozen or so talented performers. For one thing, it’s typically the female dancers in an ensemble, who bring the bright, colorful and interesting period costumes to big production numbers, capturing most of the audience’s focus. Without them, “Newsies” brilliant group of dancers is mesmerizing. Meanwhile, with a 19th century printing press taking a
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New York’s turn-of-the-century publishing house and city streets set the backdrop for “Newsies.” lead role, “Newsies” is as fresh as spring! When “Newsies” premiered on Broadway in 2012, it earned Tony Awards for Alan Menken’s and Jack Feldman’s score and for Christopher Gattelli’s breathtaking choreography, while nominated for others, including best musical. Four-time Tony winner Harvey Fierstein was nominated for his book based on a true story. While intended to run for 101 performances, the show closed
following 1,005 performances with an attendance of more than 1 million and grossing more than $100 million. “Oliver” and “Annie” are 19th and early 20th century orphans, whose names resonate in legendary Broadway musical theater and filmdom. Both children lived colorful lives as told in musicals by the same names in 1963 and 1977, respectively and then again in film in 1968 and 1982. Each told a story about underserved orphan children who
made the most of their lives regardless of what it took, and the adults, who either stood in their way or gave their support. Disney’s “Newsies” hits the same mark, with its troupe of male hoofers, portraying “lost boys,” mostly orphans at the turn of the century. “Newsies” is the story of that pack of young boys in 1899 lower Manhattan, who rebel against publishing tycoon John
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LIFE ON THE TRAIL
Put balance back in life and work By Dr. Beth Leermakers
week.” “I’ll miss something important if I don’t check my email at 10:00 every bethleermakersphd.com night.” Are those outcomes really like“Don’t confuse having a career ly? How awful would it be? What would with having a life.” – Hillary Rodham happen if you weren’t the first perClinton son to read that critical email? Think Americans work more than citiabout the benefits of work/life balance. zens of any other developed nation. Exercising, socializing and pursuing American full-time workyour favorite hobby can ers report working an averincrease your physical and age of 47 hours per week, mental energy, improve with 40 percent working your health and happiness more than 50 hours per and maybe even increase week. According to one your productivity at work. recent survey, 42 percent Identify what’s sufof respondents didn’t take fered due to work/life any vacation days last year. imbalance. What needs Working too much can in- Dr. Beth Leermakers attention? Think about crease stress, impair health one small step you can and damage relationships. take to restore balance. Striking the right work/life balance If you’ve been skipping lunch, make a can be harder than it seems. Down- siz- list of quick, convenient meal or snack ing often leaves the remaining employoptions. To get more sleep, set an alarm ees doing the work of two (or more) to remind you to go to bed 30 minutes people, and technology allows and earlier than usual. If you’ve been neencourages people to stay connected to glecting your spouse, plan a date night. work 24/7. When you work from home, List at least 10 ways to spend your it’s easy to let work take over your life. “life” time. Include brief activities (sit I find myself replying to work emails on your patio while reading the newson Sundays, and I often complete my paper) as well as longer ones (a family writing assignments on the weekends. outing to a baseball game). While working on the weekends allows Plan and schedule leisure time me to run errands during the week, it’s most days — even if it’s just 20 or 30 important for me to take an entire day minutes. Do something you want to do, or two off from work. I need the mental not something you think you should do. break to re-charge and re-kindle my Protect your leisure time. Leave creativity. the office at a reasonable time most One of my clients, a business days. Signing up for a yoga class after owner, puts in many 12-hour days, work increases the chances that you’ll often without taking a lunch break. leave on time. Don’t check your work She feels guilty making people wait email after 7 p.m. Turn off your phone while she grabs a healthy meal. in the evening. I remember life before Unfortunately, she winds up exhausted cell phones, when people somehow by the end of the day, literally running managed to function without being in on empty, and often makes unhealthy constant contact. choices at dinner. To rectify this situaPlan a vacation, even if it’s a staytion, she’s decided to ask a staff member cation. If you stay in town, be sure to to order a healthy lunch for her. relax and play, not just work on projects To improve your work/life balance: around the house. Spend your vacation Give yourself permission to have days doing what you want to do, not a life. If you were raised with a very what you should do. strong work ethic, it may be difficult Dr. Beth Leermakers is a clinical to justify relaxing or spending time psychologist who specializes in stress with friends when you “should” be management and well-being seminars, working. Ask yourself what’s the worst retreats and coaching. Contact her at thing that can happen if you work less. 214-923-3766. Her monthly e-newsletter “I’ll get fired if I don’t work 80 hours a can be found at bethleermakersphd.com.
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NOTES FROM THE EDITOR
'Jee,' my Mom has all the fun By David Mullen
reminds me of a factoid that might change at least one reader’s life forever. When I would have “Veep” on HBO is the best meetings with the client at Ben show on TV … Lone Star Park is & Jerry’s in Burlington, Vt., coma great place to be on Kentucky mon perception was to fly into Derby day, unless you get taken Boston and take a puddle-jumper to the cleaners by not including to Burlington. “Eh, no, no, no, the favorite American Pharoah Jacques!” I would talk to the cliin your exotic wagers ... The Who ent at Ben & Jerry’s and be all fired founder Roger Daltrey, when up and say “when do you want to Tuesday night’s concert in Kansas meet? We have great ideas. Eight City was postponed, stayed in o’clock? Nine o’clock?” In anticiDallas and ate at Al Biernat’s on pation of presenting blockbuster Monday night. It was his third and game-changing creative ideas visit to the restaurant that would revolu… From the “I told tionize the ice cream you so” department: industry — if not the The New England advertising world in Patriots deflating general — the client footballs for their would say “how about advantage. For once, 10-ish?” “Ten-ish?” I was not full of Perfect. I got to know hot air … Funniest with the old left wingcommentary of the David Mullen er and left-handed week comes from pitcher Bill Lee of the Bill Maher. Alright, Montreal Expos and before you flip the page, I am an Boston Red Sox (he threw the Oakland liberal, and I know that Eephus pitch game seven of the Maher is either loved or hated. 1975 World Series). A Vermont But so are Barack Obama, John resident, Lee told me that “the McCain, Don Imus, Howard only way to get to Vermont from Stern and me, and I like all of Dallas is to fly into Montreal.” them, especially Bill Maher and Bingo! Take a non-stop flight me. Anyway, Maher said, “Hillary to Montreal, get in at 4 p.m and Clinton is no longer the only party all night in one of the greatcandidate in the 2016 democratic est cities in North America. The race. Vermont senator Bernie next morning, make the one hour Sanders threw his hat in the ring. drive to Burlington with passports Of course, Bernie’s strategy is to and black Green Mountain cofrun on everything Hillary is not. fee in hand, get there at “10-ish,” As a 73-year-old socialist Jew have a meeting where they buy from Vermont, he is everything into all of the creative ideas, get a everyone is not. If he could put standing ovation, eat a ton of new together a coalition that put him ice cream flavors in research and in power in Vermont — craft beer development, don’t get Listeria enthusiasts, ice cream billionaires (sorry, Blue Bell) and then head and rural lesbians — he could off for a couple of pops with the win Berkeley!” Wait a minute! I client at the bar in Burlington am a craft beer enthusiast, had where the band Phish was disBen & Jerry’s as a client in my covered. Only one drink at a time advertising days, dated women — by Vermont law — as no beer wearing Birkenstocks and went and shots are allowed together at to Berkeley! He’s my man! I am the bar. But the lady that owned doing the “Bernie Lean!” (See the bar loved me, so she let me “Weekend at Bernie’s” for that slide. I’d hug the bar owner, hug reference) ... Maher’s sarcasm the client, compliment their david@katytrailweekly.com
Birkenstocks, throw the rental car keys to my young account executive who was drinking Diet Coke and head back to Montreal for another night of partying. Take an early flight back to Dallas the next morning. Those were the days, my friend. I thought they’d never end. Next week’s lesson, boys and girls, will be about the “expense account” … Maher continued, “But he [Sanders] is not the real news star in America this week. It is the Baltimore mom that slapped her kid. She hit him so badly that the cops gave her an application.” Brilliant satire … And to the segue of “speaking of mothers,” my Mom, who is 80 — I mean, 39, as she often reminds me although she does look closer to 39 — spent this week in New York City. Spry as a cat, her first stop was to see her “boyfriend” — since Dad passed away — Rupert Jee at Hello Deli. She came bearing gifts from the Bay Area including Ghirardelli Chocolates and a San Francisco T-shirt. (She doesn’t bring me sh*% when she visits.) Jee, a regular on “Late Night with David Letterman,” single and 58, wanted to buy her lunch. Mom would only accept a free Snapple. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom. I love you. I am glad you had me first so I am not “place” or “show” or “out of the money” like my two sisters and brother, and I wish that Rupert Jee could be my stepfather. What a great story that would be, and hell, we are almost the same age. Plus, he could cater the wedding. I love cold cuts … I will always stand by Ben E. King. As great as a solo artist as he was, go revisit the album “Benny and Us” with Average White Band on Atlantic Records from 1977. I would loan you my copy, but mine is played out. An extremely underrated LP, as King and Average White Band were as artists. It is an album that will bring back great memories, assuming you were alive then. RIP Ben E. King, who died Thursday.
TRAIL LAWYER
The best ways for employer and employee resolution
By Gregory M. Clift gclift@clousedunn.com
Certain employment relationships will inevitably end up at Monster Joe’s junkyard. The question for both employers and employees is the best way to resolve the dispute. For years, many employers seeking to keep their internal disputes private elected to resolve matters by arbitration. Others, in states where it is allowed, elected to agree any disputes may be heard by a judge, but a jury may not be empaneled. Both, where legal, present certain advantages. The following briefly explores both options. Arbitration: private and expensive. Arbitration’s initial attraction was employers believed it was private, faster than working through the courts, and less expensive.
Additionally, for complex fees and the initial arbitraareas of the law, typically the tor retainer bill to be over arbitrator or panel members $20,000. Arbitrators are paid (if the parties by the hour, so agree to decide if the agreement the dispute with requires three more than one arbitrators, the arbitrator) will expenses will be knowledgeincrease. able of the area. While disFurther, comcovery (obtainmon wisdom is ing documents/ sympathy will data and taking Gregory M. Clift depositions, for play little role in the arbitrator’s example) is typidecision. cally limited in arbitration Buttressing these ben(which reduces the attorefits is arbitration costs can neys’ fees and expenses), it easily reach or surpass those is atypical for the arbitrator incurred working through to decide the matter without the courts. Typically, arbia final hearing. In contrast, tration clauses require the and if the matter is subject to employer to pay for the arTexas law, many employment bitration filing fees and exdisputes may be resolved by penses. Depending on the motion practice and never amount in controversy, it is see a jury. Finally, arbitration not uncommon for the filing decisions are basically final.
A short list of bases exists to vacate an arbitration award. However, the right of a traditional appeal does not exist. An alternative: jury waivers. Jury waivers provide an alternative to potentially expensive arbitrations with final awards and the potential pitfalls of presenting a case to a jury. Jury waivers simply allow for the judge to decide the case. The parties do not have to pay for the judge to decide the case. Texas state court judges are elected and not privately appointed. Motions to resolve the matter will be heard. If any party disagrees with the final decision, the right of appeal remains. However, remember you can choose your friends, but you cannot choose your judge. When selecting an arbitrator or a panel, the parties
may agree on who to use. If agreement is not reached, usually a blind ranking process is used where each party puts their selections in order. The administrating body then determines the arbitrator on which the parties agreed. In contrast, lawsuits are typically randomly assigned, and may be placed on any of a number of judge’s dockets. When asking anyone to relinquish a substantive right, such as a jury, drafting is important. Jury waivers must be written in plain, clear language; any legalese must be stricken. Jury waivers should be conspicuous. Factors to consider are whether the waiver: • is near the signature line • is bold or capital letters to set it off from the other type • is in a separate document
• instructs the employee consulting with an attorney is allowed before signing Bottom line is a jury waive is not going to be enforced if it appears it was snuck into a document. Depending on your needs, both arbitration and jury waivers present alternatives to the typical lawsuit. Both also may be used outside the employment context, which in those circumstances provides other advantages also. As always, the above is not exhaustive, and consultation with experienced counsel may be warranted in implementing either dispute resolution procedure. Gregory M. Clift is a business and employment litigation partner with Clouse Dunn LLP, in Dallas. He may be reached at 214-239-2777 or gclift@clousedunn.com.
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MULL IT OVER
TRAIL TO GOOD HEALTH
Diabolical designer on stage at Players
The value of weekend food prep
Sawgrass!” Dye barked. “They don’t pay me anymore!” Let’s talk about the TPC Sawgrass. Located about 12 miles from the pungent paper mill smell of Jacksonville, TPC Sawgrass is defined by arguably the most famous hole in golf, the par-3, 17th hole, known as the “island green.” Photo courtesy of golfersguide.com Although incredible Pete Dye designed the infamous 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass. short in length, the 17th hole is one of the most By David Mullen intimidating holes in community. Like Pinehurst, david@katytrailweekly.com golf. When I played the hole, N.C. or Bandon Dunes, Ore. the tee box was a mere from there is nothing to do but play This weekend is when 105 years, which is a pitching golf with your friends. Shadow the best in golf play in a tourwedge or nine-iron for most. Creek in Las Vegas … this golf nament often called “The By the time you reach course is not. No need for a Fifth Major,” the Players the 17th, it is quite possible significant other to be worried Championship at Tournament that you are having a frustratof indiscretion. You are asleep Players Course (TPC) Sawgrass by 10 p.m. ing day and posting a huge in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. The score. The course is tricked Anyway, it was a seminal Players may never reach that up with so many unseen hazmoment. Off to the side look“Fifth Major” status because of ing up at the par-4, fourth hole ards — especially small creeks the course but not because of just off the fairway — where a was an older gentleman with the man who designed it. seemingly good tee shot goes his trusted hound at his side. It happened in 2004 and swimming. Some last minute prep work became one of those classiI had four good swings was being done as workers cally lucky encounters. I had on 17. Three balls hit the rock readied the course for a major joined friends on a golf trip hard island — really a peninchampionship. to Whistling Straits in Kohler, sula — and bounced into the He was surveying the Wis. The course was being pre- work from a distance. He was water. The fourth finally stayed, pared for the 2004 Professional rebuilding the demanding and I walked off that green Golf Association (PGA) in disgust with a nine on the hole to be worthy of the PGA Championship, one of golf ’s scorecard. “Curses, Pete Dye,” Championship. Our foursome four major championships I thought. An estimated more recognized the man. He was with the Masters, the (British) than 100,000 golf balls from legendary golf course architect Open Championship and the pros and amateurs go into the Pete Dye, the designer of TPC U.S. Open. (Whistling Straits water at 17 annually. Sawgrass, Crooked Stick in will also host the 2015 PGA The Players Championship Carmel, Ind., PGA West in La Championship.) assembles one of the best fields Quinta, Calif., Harbour Town Whistling Straits, on the of any tournament of golf. Golf Links in Hilton Head banks of Lake Michigan, is Island S.C., Stonebridge Ranch The tournament and the golf breathtaking and patterned after up the road in McKinney, and course are owned by the PGA. classic links courses of Ireland. Being one of the first stadium dozens of other renowned The only thing to do in Kohler courses, fans can enjoy watch courses including Whistling is to play golf, drink beer, eat Straits. Dye was cordial as I ap- their favorite players from cheese and take a shower. many vantage points. But beproached him for a brief chat. Kohler is also the home to some cause of the lack of history and I told him how great his of the finest faucets in America, course was, and he nodded. that tricked up 17th hole, the and the Kohler fortune built the After he signed my golf card, Players Championship at TPC golf facility. Sawgrass will never become the I asked Dye, now 89, “to talk And make no mistake, “Fifth Major.” about Sawgrass,” which I had it is a golf-only community, But Pete Dye doesn’t care. recently played. or better stated, an only-golf They don’t pay him anymore. “I’m not talking about
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FITNESS ON THE TRAIL
Yes or no to GMO? By Turner Cavender
children especially are at an increased risk for health problems. Because GM crops are less susceptible to Whatever your answer, it’s important to be the damage caused by herbicides, more of it is informed. used to ward off pesky weeds. This has led to It has been going on for 20 years, but only the increase of “super weeds” and “superbugs,” recently has it come to your attention. If you live weeds and insects that are immune to the efin the U.S., it’s estimated that fects of the herbicides. If a chemical up to 80 percent of the food kills living plants and animals, do you you eat contains ingredients really want more of it sprayed on your that have undergone some sort food and contaminating the environof scientific genetic modificament? I also claim that the commonly tion. This means plants like used herbicide Roundup (glyphosate) corn and soybeans (two inhas been associated with birth degredients used in countless fects, cancer, hormone imbalances and processed foods and fed to the sterility. animals you eat) have had their Organic farmers and consumers Turner Cavender genetic makeup changed to are concerned that non-GMO foods increase production or improve are likely to become contaminated by flavor. GM seeds due to cross-pollination, making it Even though manufacturers claim they’re difficult or impossible to grow completely orsafe, the majority of Americans don’t trust geganic foods. netically modified organisms (GMOs) and want Right to know. The increase in concern their food left in its natural state. (Thanks to the over the safety of GMOs has led many consumamount of studies and research I have done, you ers to demand more information. It makes sense can be an informed consumer and know what that foods containing GM ingredients should be each side has to say concerning this controverlabeled as such. People want to know — deserve sial subject.) to know — what’s in their food. A large surPro-GMO argument. Food producers vey found 90 percent of consumers wished all and regulation agencies claim foods produced GMO foods were labeled, and more than half with GMOs provide many benefits. They reof consumers said they wouldn’t buy genetically quire fewer pesticides, don’t need as much water modified food. and are cheaper to grow by up to 30 percent. While more than 60 countries around Countries without enough food can benefit from the world — including Australia, Japan and GM technology as it enables food to be made the European Union — place restrictions on more affordable and able to withstand drought GM technology or require food packages to conditions, cold weather or exposure to diseases label GMO ingredients, the U.S. does not. This caused by viruses or insects. In addition, GM is why much of the population doesn’t know foods are able to contain more nutrients, apabout GMOs. Until food manufacturers are pear more colorful, taste better and even become required to label GM ingredients, if you want seedless (grapes and watermelons). to avoid them you’ll have to eat only certified No GMOs. Positive as the positives may be, organic foods or those specifically labeled as there are a growing number of people with a dif- non-GMO. ferent perspective. Opponents to GM technolThe big one. Glyphosate is the active inogy believe research hasn’t proven whether GM gredient in Roundup, the most commonly used foods are safe or unsafe for human consumpweed killer on farms and gardens. I say that tions. Animal studies have given the impression critics argue that exposure to glyphosate is a that GMOs harm the kidneys, liver, heart and danger to public health. immune system. Some scientists suspect GMOs Turner Cavender is a certified and licensed make you more susceptible to allergies; lead to personal trainer and owner of Dallas Fit Body antibiotic resistance; and cause infertility, digesBoot Camp. "Remember, just a matter of doing tive problems, autism or cancer. They warn that it" #JAMODI. Turner@dallasfbbc.com
time investment? To give a “formula” for food prep that would apply One of the most valuto every single reader would able lessons I share with my be next to impossible, beclients is the importance cause each person’s needs of dedicating a few hours vary so dramatically. How each week to meal planning large is your family? How and food preparation. In many meals do you eat at today’s busy world, it can work, and do you have a be very hard to set aside a refrigerator to store food few precious while you are hours of the there? Do you weekend, and need to rely I understand on cold meals, that we’re all or do you busy. But what have a stove would you say or microwave if I told you to heat meals that spending up on the go? two or three Do you go out hours prepMegan Lyons for date night ping food on every Friday? the weekend When do you could save you four to six work out, and how does hours during the week … your post-workout fueling plus eliminate the stress needs impact your meal and anxiety you have over plan? Does little Timmy figuring out what to eat hate spinach and Sally love each meal during the week? broccoli? Do you like to go I’ll bet weekend food prep is grocery shopping once per starting to sound a bit more week at a large commercial appealing! grocery store or twice weekWithout preparation, ly at a small co-op? These we make ourselves vulnerare just some of the many able to unhealthy decisions questions that I ask my cliand a lot of stress. I’m sure ents as I help them develop you know the feeling — a plan for their weekly food you’re driving home from preparation and a few of the a meeting, ready to gnaw questions you need to ask your arm off. It’s 8 p.m., and yourself before beginning you’re debating between this helpful habit. throwing in the towel on There are a few steps your health goals by driving that everyone can follow through a fast food window, when beginning a food prep taking another hour to pre- habit: pare something healthy (did 1. The first, and most that broccoli already go bad, important, step of buildor could you squeeze out one ing in this habit is to block more day?) and having yet aside time on your calendar another bowl of cereal. Just weekly. Like any habit, it thinking about the deciis far less likely to actually sion is enough to stress you happen if it’s not given its out. If you have kids, add spot on our agenda. the never-ending chorus of 2. Second, choose two “Mooommmm, what’s for things that you want to dinner?” to the mix, and prepare during the first your anxiety levels are like- week. You’ll have plenty of ly off the charts. But if you time to prepare more and had committed two to three more as you get more adept hours to food prep over the with your food prep but for weekend, you wouldn’t have this week, just choose two to deal with any of this. things. Wouldn’t that be worth the 3. Third, actually do megan@thelyonsshare.org
it! Put on some music or a podcast to make it fun and try to minimize any other distractions. Commit to staying in the kitchen until your preparation is done. I like having a written plan or a list of what I’m going to prepare, and then I get all of my ingredients, recipes, cutting boards and tools out and ready before I begin. Chefs call this technique “mise en place,” which means “putting in place.” 4. Finally, once you’re done preparing, package everything up in glass containers or Tupperware containers. You want to have easy access to the meals you’ve prepared during the week, to ensure that you actually use the fruits of your labor! 5. If you have kids, I highly recommend posting a meal list at the beginning of each week. My clients who post a meal list are so grateful to not have to deal with the nagging daily (or hourly!) questions. Not only can the questions get old after a while, but if you don’t yet know what you’ll be preparing for dinner, they can also stress you out! Once you have a posted meal list, you can simply tell your child to “look at the menu” and go on with your life. The kids look forward to it, too! If preparing food for the week seems overwhelming at first, know that it will get easier over time. You’ll learn what works for your family, what saves well and what you enjoy. If you’d like a free Meal Planning Template, please visit eepurl.com/blMmib. 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 214-803-1298, or visit her website, thelyonsshare.org/ health-coaching.
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Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. May 8
2757 Swiss Ave. Dallas, 75204 469-547-9454
Dallas CASA – Attend an information session to find out more about Dallas CASA and the process to become a volunteer advocate for abused children. CASA volunteers are trained to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children living in protective care and to make recommendations that help judges decide where these children can live safely and permanently. Join the other info sessions on May 21 and 29. Noon to 1 p.m.
May 9
411 Elm St. Dallas, 75202 214-747-6660
Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza – Join the Living History series with speaker Kenneth Giannoules. As longtime U.S. Secret Service agent, Giannoules served on the White House detail for Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy and Johnson. He worked the midnight shift at the Hotel Texas during President Kennedy’s visit to Fort Worth on Nov. 22, 1963. $5-$10.
May 11
6101 Bishop Blvd. Dallas, 75205 214-768-2787
SMU Owen Arts Center – See Alexander Kobrin and Emanuel Borok perform Beethoven Sonatas for piano and violin. Cliburn gold medalist Alexander Kobrin (piano) and Meadows Distinguished Artist-in-Residence Emanuel Borok (violin) present the final of three concerts devoted to the complete cycle of Beethoven sonatas. 8 p.m. $7-$13.
May 12
2012 Woodall Rogers Freeway Dallas, 75201 214-716-4500
Klyde Warren Park – Join in for karaoke on the Southwest Porch! Southwest Airlines now flies non-stop to Portland! Celebrate the unofficial “Karaoke Capital” of the U.S. by belting out your favorite songs with DJ Danny Vandergrifft! 5 p.m. FREE!
May 16
146 Commerce St. Dallas, 75207 TrintyRiverWindfestival.com
Trinity River/Commerce Street Viaduct – The 2015 Trinity River Wind Festival is a celebration of kites and the beauty and spirit of the wide open spaces along the Trinity River. Plenty of other entertainment. Parking is $4-$6 per car, then walk over the levee to the festival. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE!
May 16
2010 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-979-6430
Crow Collection of Asian Art – Come to the opening of the new exhibit Jean Shin: Inclusions, along with a sitespecific installation in the museum’s Sculpture Garden entitled Celadon Landscape. Brooklyn-based artist Jean Shin has been nationally recognized for her elaborate sculptures and site-specific installations that transform everyday objects into elegant expressions of identity and community. Available during regular hours. FREE!
May 17
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-671-1450
Dallas City Performance Hall - Orpheus presents “Skyfall! Music from the Silver Screen.” The 20th season ends with a blockbuster program of Orpheus performing some of the greatest music featured in some favorite films. Sing Barber’s “Adagio for Strings”, Orff’s “O Fortuna”, and tunes from Les Misérables, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Wizard of Oz and many more. $5-$40. Fri 5/08
Picture of the Week Stephanie Styles (Katherine) and Dan DeLuca (Jack Kelly) star in the North American tour company of “Newsies” at Winspear through May 10. Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here!
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Harry S. Truman, b. 1884 Rick Nelson, b. 1940 Beth Henley, b. 1952 Melissa Gilbert, b. 1964 1794 – U.S. Post Office established. 1886 – Dr. John Pemberton invented “Coca-Cola.”
Sat 5/09
Sir James Barrie, b. 1860 Mike Wallace, b. 1918 Candice Bergen, b. 1946 Billy Joel, b. 1949 Rosario Dawson, b. 1979 1754 – 1st newspaper cartoon in U.S. Divided snake: “Join or Die.”
Sun 5/10
Mother’s Day Dimitri Tiomkin, b. 1894 Fred Astaire, b. 1899 Mother Maybelle Carter, b. 1909 Fats Domino, b. 1929 Bono (Paul Hewson), b. 1960 1908 – 1st Mother’s Day observed.
Mon 5/11
Irving Berlin, b. 1888 Martha Graham, b. 1894 Salvador Dali, b. 1904 Mort Sahl, b. 1927 Cory Monteith, b. 1982 1927 – Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Oscars) founded.
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Tue 5/12
Katharine Hepburn, b. 1907 Mary Kay Ash, b. 1915 George Carlin, b. 1937 Lindsay Crouse, b. 1948 Tony Hawk, b. 1968 1978 – NOAA announced hurricane names no longer be only female.
Wed 5/13
Walt Whitman, b. 1819 Joe Louis, b. 1914 Bea Arthur, b. 1926 Stevie Wonder, b. 1950 Stephen Colbert, b. 1964 Samantha Morton, b. 1977 1607 – Jamestown, VA settled as English colony.
Thu 5/14
Bobby Darin, b. 1936 George Lucas, b. 1944 Cate Blanchett, b. 1969 Sofia Coppola, b. 1971 Mark Zuckerberg, b. 1984 1897 – Sousa’s “Stars & Stripes Forever” 1st performed.
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DALLAS CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
Dedicated volunteers serve as voices for several thousand children in protective care
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 exactly is CASA?
A A ll children have the right to be safe.
Established in 1980, Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a nonprofit organization of community volunteers who serve as voices for abused and neglected children in court. In 2014, almost 4,400 abused and neglected children in Dallas County were in the protective care of the courts because it wasn’t safe for them at home. Sadly, nearly half of these children did not have a CASA volunteer advocate to speak for them. They gather information to help judges decide where the children can safely and permanently live. A CASA volunteer can make an immediate and critical difference in the life of an abused child.
QW hat is one of your goals?
QW hat upcoming fundraisers are on the calendar?
A • Dallas Symphony concert benefiting
Dallas CASA, Sunday, June 14, Caruth Auditorium, Southern Methodist University • Resounding Harmony Concert, benefiting Dallas CASA, Saturday, June 27, Dallas City Performance Hall • Parade of Playhouses, July 10 to July 26, NorthPark Center
QW hat do you think is the most important thing you do for the community?
A C ASA volunteers are specifically trained
to advocate for children in foster care. They get to know the children and speak to family members, teachers, doctors, lawyers, social workers and others. The information gathered by the volunteers and their recommendations help the courts overseeing the cases make informed decisions about where the children can live safely and permanently.
Q What is rewarding about your job?
A B y 2019, Dallas CASA hopes to become the
A To help a child find a safe and permanent
Q H ow many clients are served each year?
Q Please tell how a specific child or chil-
largest CASA program in the country to serve all abused children in protective care.
A
In 2014, 771 Dallas CASA volunteers served 2,264 children in foster care in our county and helped them find safe, permanent homes.
QW hat percentage dollar amount actually reaches those in need?
A O ne hundred percent — everything we do is related to our mission.
QW hat are your critical needs now, besides money donations?
e need more advocates! Sadly, nearly AW
half of abused children in Dallas County are waiting for a CASA volunteer!
home where they can thrive is a wonderful thing.
dren was helped.
A M aria tells of one case where one of the
siblings was adopted, and the other two were not. The two who weren’t adopted were moved frequently. After one of these moves, it took several days for her to know where her CASA kids went. Before the move, Maria had been visiting and calling often to check in. She was very relieved when she finally found and visited them. After much apologizing the older child said, “I was not worried, I knew you would come, you always do.” This particular child, who had been through so much, had trust and faith that wherever they went, their CASA volunteer would find them and continue to help.
Rosanne Lewis, communications specialist, answered these questions.
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ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
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Nothing can ruin your time outside like a run in with an exotic pest such as the biting fire ants. After the recent rains here in Dallas, you are bound to find a mound when you least expect it. I have the welts on my feet proving these small aggressive ants are ready for battle. Fire ants are exotic species (not native to the U.S.) introduced around the 1930s. Since their accidental introduction into the U.S., fire ants have quickly established and spread across the country making it to Texas in the early 1950s. “At this point they are still spreading some, but they’ve invaded most of the areas they can survive in,” S. Bradleigh Vinson, professor in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University, said. Fire ants love warm weather climates and can survive long periods of droughts. If their tunnel system runs deep, they need little water to sustain their colonies. The mounds pop up after the rains because the ants are actively working their tunnels, which can be up to 10 feet deep. After a good rainfall, worker ants, who only
live about four to six weeks, plants and native ants, insects will be feverishly working and can even eat small snakes to clear out tunnels in their and lizards. Our threatened mounds. Try to avoid stepTexas horned lizard declining ping on or disturbing that population is in part due to mound in any way. the introduction of the exotic They are known for their fire ants. Fire ants outcomsting. When a fire pete one of the ant nest is dishorned lizards turbed, they agmain food items, gressively emerge the native harvestto defend their er ant. One horned home. The ants lizard can eat up swarm up your legs to 70-100 harand when your leg vester ants per day jerks, the movebut won’t touch ment stimulates the exotic fire ant the ants to bite and Naima Montacer species. sting at the same Why can’t time. Next thing we just get rid of you know your stripping your the fire ants? As Vinson said, shoes and pants off trying to “Dealing with fire ants is not get away from the ants. The easy.” There are several prodsting deposits venom, which ucts on the market to eradiresults in an allergic reaction cate fire ant populations and that feels like “fire.” Some just as many home remedies. individuals, less than one Introducing a chemical insecpercent of the population, are ticide into the environment severely allergic to fire ant can have harmful effects venom. Most of us can exon the natural ecosystem. pect a week of raging itching Utilizing bait that targets blisters. fire ant species takes time If they don’t belong here, to work and is best done in why don’t we get rid of the the fall. Fire ant mounds are fire ants? Some exotic species controlled by a queen. To kill become invasive, meaning the mound, you must kill the they out compete native spequeen by having worker ants cies for resources and thrive. take the bait back to her. One Fire ants are thriving. Fire of the problems is more and ants are omnivores eating more mounds have multiple
YOUR STARS THIS WEEK By Stella Wilder
The coming week will require a good deal of careful review on the part of all those who wish to remain in good standing. The challenges that lie ahead are of the sort that punishes a lack of readiness and rewards thorough preparation. For most, this will mean going back over material that has already been committed to memory to be sure that it remains central in the mind, where it will be most useful throughout the week. The mind is a muscle, after all, and those who haven't been keeping it fit and toned will surely encounter trouble. Those who have been giving it a steady workout can meet all challenges in fine form and come out winners when all is said and done. Some may find themselves locked in figurative combat with others who claim expertise in certain fields that are clearly beyond their talent and ability. Sadly, there will be little anyone can do to change their minds, their stance or their tactics. It's probably best simply to grin and bear it. TAURUS (April 20-May 5) A difference of opinion causes the temperature to rise — and more will notice than the participants. Try to keep calm. (May 6-May 20) – Your study of something from the distant past gives you a new perspective on a future that is fast approaching.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) Take care that you don't speak prematurely. If your judgment is suspect in one area, it will surely be so in others, as well. (June 7-June 20) – You have much to say that others want to hear, but you may not have the opportunity to say it until late in the week. CANCER (June 21-July 7) You may have to choose between two alternatives that you would rather avoid altogether, but such is the situation you are currently facing. (July 8-July 22) – Someone may be trying to set a trap for you, but you know how to avoid even one that is well-hidden. LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) Keen attention to detail will be required. You may fall under the spell of someone who knows what you're about. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) – Even those who share your ambitions are likely to disagree on how to do what needs to be done. Don't be hasty! VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) You may see things beginning the week in a routine fashion, but very soon matters are likely to take an unusual turn. You'll be ready. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) – Confusion is likely to
result from your unwillingness to broach a difficult subject. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) You and a rival may reach a point of no return, leaving each of you with a difficult choice. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) – The situation that is rapidly evolving may require you to bring in an expert to address things in a new way. Others will follow your lead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) You may feel as though you are merely drifting as the week begins, but after a few days, you'll be able to navigate more effectively. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) – You're into something that you don't completely understand, yet you feel compelled to keep going until you get some answers. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) You may need to search for more than is usually available to you. Daring will combine with knowhow quite effectively. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) – You're likely to get what you require merely by asking for it — which, of course, is a revelation to many others! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) It's essential that you stay in touch
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OFF THE MARK
A mound of trouble from fire ants By Naima Montacer
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queens in the same mound making them more difficult to eradicate. After a spring rain, mated females fly and begin a new colony where they land. The reproduction rates of fire ants are fast. The colony of ants can split, multiple queens can form, and entire colonies can move. There are some reports, if you disturb the colony enough, the fire ants will move to a nearby undisturbed location. Annoy your neighbors enough, and hopefully they will find a new home. Unfortunately, even an abandoned or dead fire ant home can cause problems from mound sinks, which are depressions in the land where their mound was. Fire ants are the product of human introduction. This is just one of the many exotic species wreaking havoc on our environment. The hope is the more we support our native species and help control exotics, our native ecosystems will recover. As Vinson said, “Someday it will all straighten out again, but it takes time.” Until then, good luck fighting the fierce fire ants. Naima Montacer is a freelance writer and conservationist. View more at her website EnviroAdventures.com. Copyright 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. with those who have helped you get this far. You may have to do it the old-fashioned way. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) – The view from where you stand yields some surprises, prompting you to move from one place to another. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) You may have to try something a little unorthodox in order to dislodge a situation that has been static for too long. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) – You're able to move more quickly, thanks to a recent upgrade of sorts. You see over the horizon more clearly. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) You must follow instructions to the letter. Any deviation from accepted norms is likely to make things more difficult. (March 6-March 20) – You're waiting for just the right moment to strike, knowing full well that you'll have only one chance. ARIES (March 21-April 4) You're likely to hear reports of events that may affect you, but can you take them at face value? Investigate! (April 5-April 19) – It's a good week for you to examine your own motives and adjust anything that doesn't seem to be completely in sync.
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builds it like a fortress with incredible detail, design and comfort. It took three years to This home, this complete 4700 St. home is nirvana! John’s Drive. There It’s what you will are six bedrooms, see when you read seven full baths, CandysDirt.com three half baths every single day, as (one for the ladies, you can when you one for the gents, subscribe to our and I guess one “Oh, so fun (and for everyone else), sometimes naughCandace Evans a home theater ty)” newsletter! We room, a gym, masbring you the best sage room, and of of Dallas/Fort Worth real course, the pedicure and salon estate “House Porn,” like 4700 areas located right outside the St. John’s Drive, in the toniest pool and outdoor living terrace part of Highland Park. creating a pedicure paradise Perched on one green right out the back door. Listed acre of paradise, it is more with the talented Jarrad Barnes than 13,000 square feet of the at Dave Perry-Miller, let me tell best construction I have ever you about this house — this is seen. Maybe that’s because it Preston Hollow living in the was painstakingly constructed Park Cities! under the watchful eye of S&R You enter from a large Development — we certainly circular drive on St. John’s have told you about him, and Drive and notice one thing if you don’t know that S&R is from the start: you’d better one of the area’s tip top buildbehave. Why? The Highland ers, well, it’s your loss and Park Police Department 4700 St. John’s Drive’s gain. is right across the street! Because when Saad Talk about security — the Chehabi builds a house, he home is loaded with fine,
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This home located at 4700 St. John’s Drive in Highland Park is listed for $15,985,000. museum-quality art that the current owners collect because they know this location is safer than Fort Knox. The foyer leads you into a stunning formal living room with cove ceiling and looking at the wall finishes on this home,there is not one spec of ordinary. Every single wall is museum-quality specialty finish. Every bath has in-floor heating so your tootsies will never be frosty. And the outdoor living area has overhead heaters on timers, so you can enjoy the outdoors in the middle of January. The house is totally attuned to year round outdoor living. I mean, it’s Beverly Hills in Dallas. The home flows around the pool and spacious outdoors: 1.1 acres. So you can get a 13,000 square foot home, pool, outdoor living environment and still have a green field big enough for croquet or a baseball game.
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photos and drool. Call your financial advisor and yell at him/her. This estate will only set you back $15,985,000. Oh and it was listed as one of the “Most Expensive Homes in Dallas.” I know what you are thinking, and I asked the very same thing: after building the veritable Eden on a prime lot in Highland Park, why would the sellers ever sell? Easy. They are building again, this time with an eye to transitional modern. But I’ll take this Mediterranean Italian palace any day. Just please, please let me stay overnight? 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!
Back in the ‘High Line’ again
By Michael Wald
a welcome oasis. Despite New York sized crowds and narrow park dimensions, there was plenty of room. Along the tracks were a plethora of places to have a beer, New York City’s answer a meal or gelato. Visitors could buy souvenirs and art. to the Katy Trail is the “High Some simply sat and read a book on artfully designed Line,” an urban park one and benches. Between remnants of tracks flowers were beone-half miles along abanginning to sprout. The weather on this crisp spring day doned elevated train tracks was divine but cleverly repurposed overpasses provided on the banks of the Hudson shade for the dog days of summer. River. A brand new museum Designed by Renzo Piano, the same Italian archinow dots its southernmost tect who did Dallas’ Nasher Sculpture Garden and many terminus. The new Whitney other public spaces, the Whitney is likely to add to the Museum of American Art draw of the High Line. The museum itself incorporates was dedicated on April 30 by the surrounding urban landscape with many outdoor Michelle Obama and opened spaces and cityscapes that include the Empire State to the public on May 2, the Building’s tower. Other vistas look to New Jersey across Photo by Michael Wald the Hudson with the Statute of Liberty in the distance. day I joined thousands of others wanting to be among Art on the High Line. What brings out the crowds is not only the unique $422 the first to see this marvelous million exterior building décor fitting nicely into its surnew art space and enjoy the rounding industrial district, exposed water street party outside. If you go, take the A, C, E or L train to tanks and all, but what’s inside: an astoundthe 14th Street subway. ingly diverse and breathtaking exhibit of As you walk the five blocks to the museum you modern American art. pass Chelsea, one of New York’s gentrified areas filled Starting at the top floor, number eight with many chic restaurants, taverns and coffeehouses and descending, the inaugural exhibit inmany with outdoor seating for its urban homesteadcluded many of the museum’s own colers. Approaching the museum the neighborhood gets lection displayed in chronological order. gritty. The New York City Department of Sanitation Interspersed with art and sculpture are Headquarters juts out Michael Wald many projection areas showing video art. into the Hudson a block Although there are elevators, the best way down from where cruise to get to the floor below proved to be walkships dock. You know you’re ing on the windowed staircase overlooking the Hudson River or close when the stink of the through outdoor sculpture galleries facing the gritty neighbormeatpacking warehouses abut- hood on the other. ting the museum jolts your The Whitney bills itself as the premier museum of 20th senses. century and contemporary art of the U.S. Such a claim is hard Obtaining a ticket (norto make in New York given the competition, but the Whitney mally $22 but free for openlives up to it. With works of every modern American artist of ing), I was given an entry time the past century, the place is a virtual tour of the concerns of an hour later. So I ambled modern American history. Go there to see Hopper, O’Keeffe, along the High Line (no entry Pollock, Kline and other greats, but also go to see the exquisite fee required), stopping to viewpoints and experience a new vision for an old meatpacking photograph picturesque views district that is both bold and innovative. while observing park activities and visitors. High above Michael Wald is a travel specialist with special expertise in the din of New York traffic, Panama adventure travel. He blogs about travel and other musthe serenity of the park was ings at untroddenla.com. wald.world@yahoo.com
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
luxurious spa.” Spa, indeed. Across the pool, and off the family room, kitchen/breakfast rooms and outdoor living wing, is the “spa pavilion” — a wing of the home dedicated to pampering. There is the room with the whirling water pedicure chair, the hair salon and the quiet-time massage room in a sound-proofed room for the ultimate peace and relaxation. The only thing you will hear is the water cascade from the spa. There is a full locker room bath and separate laundry room for this area, too. About the outdoor environment: An outdoor kitchen, TV, fireplace and mosaic tiling so detailed you think it’s an oriental carpet on the floor. The master is upstairs in this home, available through elevator or one of three staircases. I cannot even describe it and the vista overlooking the estate. Just look at the
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The home is landscaped for total privacy — in fact, I only saw the roof of one neighboring home peaking out over the tall junipers. This green space would also be the perfect spot for a corporate picnic. Truly, 4700 St. John’s Drive is a home that is all about entertaining. The formal living area overlooks the pool terrace. Venture to one wing and you’ll find the study/library, media room and a downstairs guest quarters that resembles a private villa, like having a pool-side cabana at the Beverly Hills Hotel. This guest room even has a private kitchenette off the en suite bathroom. “This is where the very special guests stay,” Jarrad Barnes said, the Dave Perry-Miller agent who is marketing this exquisite home. “There are three guest suites in all, but this one is so private and relaxing. Staying here would be like going to a
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Pulitzer. They learn some hard life lessons the hardest of ways. In turn, they manage to inspire their small-minded employer with their tenacity, along with help from the boss’ daughter and heiress, Katherine. In the role of Katherine, Texas native, Stephanie Styles is pure intelligence with lots of star quality. The 2010 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Episcopal High School in Houston was recognized as one of the top three best leading female actors at the Jimmy Awards at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre at the Second Annual National High School Musical Theater
Awards. Styles breezes through the role like it’s second nature. Dan DeLuca makes an impressive statement as the intense underdog, Jack Kelly, who goes up full throttle against the publishing tycoon, Pulitzer. DeLuca’s chemistry with Styles’ is sweet and seems so innocent! And yet Styles plays a confident Katherine, who is already dealing with indifference toward females’ abilities in the workplace with finesse. She sets out to make changes using her words, as expressed in her “Watch What Happens” number. Director Jeff Calhoun’s pacing keeps the show moving, without an idle moment, while Tobin Ost’s moving, metal scaffolding is an effective
backdrop to the strength and physicality onstage. Costume designer, Jess Goldstein’s rags take you to the New York street of the period in a heartbeat. With only three female roles, he pours enough ingenuity into their characters’ wardrobes to make them memorable. Meanwhile, the dozens of newsboy caps are only upstaged by those worn by the audience … the very, loud, bellowing, screeching … entertained audience. “Newsies” runs through Sunday, May 10 at AT&T PAC’s Winspear Opera House, with seven performances remaining, evening and matinees Thursday through Sunday. For information, visit attpac.com.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
Dugg Burger makes digging fun
By Sara Newberry I’ve said multiple times that I’d rather go to a restaurant with a small menu on which everything is wellprepared than a place with a gigantic menu that’s hit or miss. Dugg Burger in Casa Linda takes the “simple menu” concept to a whole new level by offering just three items: burgers, fries and bread pudding. The chalkboards above the counter don’t even bother with actual words. But don’t think that you’ll be bored at Dugg Burger. You can customize your burger with one of 12 standard toppings and a revolving “lucky” 13th choice, so every burger you try can be completely different. The experience and the food at Dugg Burger might be simplified but interesting and satisfying enough to keep you coming back for more. The first differentiator is the bun: they “dig” out the top half to make room for the toppings you choose. But these are not just run-of-the-mill buns — these are baked by Dallas’ own Village Baking Co. Fluffy but not too soft, they are glossy, golden brown domes. Once they land at Dugg, they are buttered and toasted for even more flavor and texture. Topping choices are mostly familiar but with an original twist. Lettuce is chopped and tossed with a light vinaigrette. Tomatoes are quartered yellow and red grape tomatoes, rather than the sliced tomatoes you’ll find elsewhere. Onions are offered either caramelized or crispy fried. There’s also sautéed mushrooms, fire-roasted jalapeños and bacon, as well as four cheese options (cheddar, Swiss, pepper jack or American). You can choose ketchup, mustard or BBQ, but I heartily recommend Dugg Sauce, which is similar to Thousand Island. But all of this is immaterial if the burger isn’t top-notch. And it is at Dugg
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Dugg Burger has opened in Casa Linda. Burger. The burgers are grilled to order, and they arrive at the table juicy, with crisp edges. They’re not thick but are definitely substantial enough to stand up to the rich bun and flavorful toppings. Fries are golden and crisp, and tossed with a signature seasoning blend that renders salt unnecessary. If you’re worried that the bread from the top buns is going to waste … don’t! They use it in the bread pudding they offer for dessert. It’s not a huge serving, so get your own, because you won’t want to share. It’s just sweet enough, with a rich custardy texture and a drizzle of toffee sauce. (My husband described as being
reminiscent of “really awesome French toast.”) I’m super excited about Dugg Burger joining our neighborhood. The owners are friendly and helpful, explaining the process to every customer that comes through the door, as well as visiting tables to check and make sure everyone is having a good time. If you haven’t tried it and are craving a burger, I highly recommend checking them out. DUGG BURGER
9540 Garland Road #E407 214-584-6261 Duggburger.com Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
DOTTY'S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE
Brisket recipe is smoking Martinez-Style “Smoked” Brisket
Photo by Rick Turner Photography
Martinez-Style “Smoked” Brisket.
By Dotty Griffith
dottykgriffith@gmail.com The first big barbecue holiday of the year, Memorial Day weekend, is fast approaching. Count on briskets going on sale. Given how fast and high beef prices have been rising, that will be a good thing. This recipe includes a technique I learned from Matt Martinez who was as famous for his barbecue and grilling expertise as for his Tex-Mex. His family still operates Matt’s Rancho Martinez serving Tex-Mex in the East Dallas-Lakewood neighborhood. Since long, slow smoking over hardwood charcoal or hardwood isn’t practical for those without plenty of time or a smoker, this technique is foolproof and provides great smoke flavor along with very tender beef. Thanks, Matt. We love you. We miss you.
1 (8- to 10-pound) whole beef brisket, with fat layer untrimmed 2 tablespoons garlic salt 2 tablespoons lemon pepper 2 tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon sugar Remove brisket from refrigerator about 1 hour before grilling. Combine garlic salt, lemon pepper, paprika, chili powder and sugar. Sprinkle over entire surface of meat, concentrating on the fat layer. Rub or press seasoning into meat. Cover and let meat come to room temperature. Meanwhile, preheat grill, gas or charcoal. Grill surface must be large enough to accommodate the brisket. Or cut brisket into two large pieces and cook one at a time. Lower heat to medium or let coals burn to gray ash. Place brisket on grill, fat side down. Grill until fat is charred, turning occasionally, when necessary to stop fat from dripping onto fire and flaring up. Cover with lid or squirt flareups with water to choke or douse the flames. It will take about 45 minutes to grill the brisket. Remove brisket from grill. Preheat oven to 300 F. Place brisket on double thickness of foil in a shallow roasting pan. Wrap brisket tightly and bake for 5 to 8 hours or until meat is very tender. Remove brisket from oven and peel back foil. Raise oven temperature to 350 F. Return brisket to oven and roast, uncovered, for 30 minutes to crisp the top layer of fat. Allow meat to rest for 20 minutes. Slice across the grain into thin slices. Makes 10 to 12 servings. Recipe adapted from The Texas Holiday Cookbook by Dotty Griffith.
Cap off charity cause at Cupcake Camp Dallas The fourth annual Cupcake Camp Dallas charity event will take place on Saturday, May 9 at University Park United Methodist Church, 4024 Caruth Blvd. from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. All proceeds from the event benefit the LEAP Foundation, which provides free surgical care to children living in impoverished communities around the world. Lauren Okada, a 2008 graduate of The Hockaday School, founded Cupcake Camp Dallas in 2011. Cupcake Camp Dallas will showcase more than 3,000 cupcakes from more than 20 bakeries in North Texas. Highland Capital Management has committed $25,000 matching grant for funds raised at fourth annual event to benefit LEAP Foundation Participating bakeries include Sugar Ray’s Bake Shop, Unrefined, Oak Cliff Cupcake Co., Central Market and Kreme de la Cupcake. Greg Bussey, executive chef at the Joule Hotel, will be a
judge at this year’s event. The entry fee for Cupcake Camp Dallas is $10 for children (17 and under) and adults (18+) who are not accompanying children. Adults accompanying children are free. The entry fee includes two cupcake tickets. For complete list of participating bakeries or to purchase tickets, visit cupcakecampdallas.com. — Kurt Watkins
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Gregg Allman, Rock, blues … Fri, May 8, 8 pm … $40 - $67 Verizon Theatre . 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie 972-854-5111 .................................. verizontheatre.com Will Hoge, Americana, country…Fri, May 8, 7 pm…$22 - $34 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org Boz Scaggs, Singer-songwriter…Sat, May 9, 8 pm…$35-$100 Verizon Theatre . 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie 972-854-5111 ..................................... verizontheatre.co Copland, Bartok…Sat, May 9, 2:30 pm…$19 Meyerson Symphony Center .................... 2301 Flora St. 214-670-3600 . dallasculture.org/meyersonsymphonycenter Lana Del Rey & Courtney Love, Indie rock, Sat, May 9, 7:30 pm … $54+ Gexa Energy Pavilion ................................ 1818 1st Ave. 214-421-1111 ................................ gexaenergypavilion.net Howie Day w/ Olivia Millerschin, Singer-songwriter Thu, May 14, 7 pm…$20 - $27 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org KXT presents Noel Gallagher’s Flying Birds, English rock Thu, May 14, 8 pm … $35 - $75 Majestic Theatre ........................................... 1925 Elm St. 214-670-3687 ............ dallasculture.org/majestictheatre New Kids On The Block, TLC and Nelly, Pop Thu, May 14, 7:30 pm…$30 - $93.50 American Airlines Center .................... 2500 Victory Ave. 214-222-3687 .................... americanairlinescenter.com ay _________________ _________________ M MAY
Dave Matthews Band, Rock … Fri, May 15, 7 pm … $94+ Gexa Energy Pavilion ................................ 1818 1st Ave. 214-421-1111 ........................... gexaenergypavilion.net The Band of Heathens, Parker McCollum, Rock … Fri, May 15, 7 pm… $19 - $35 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com The Bright Light Social Hour, Future, southern, psychedelic Fri, May 15, 7 pm…$18 - $36 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org Cas Haley & Peter Bradley Adams, Rock, reggae – Sat, May 16, 7 pm…$18 - $26 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org Griffin House, Folk, rock – Sun, May 17, 6:30 pm, $22 - $28 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org Dvorak, Prokofiev…Mon, May 18, 7:30 pm…$19 Meyerson Symphony Center .................... 2301 Flora St. 214-670-3600 ... dallasculture.org/meyersonsymphonycenter Rush, Rock … Mon, May 18, 7:30 pm…$50 - $155 American Airlines Center .................... 2500 Victory Ave. 214-222-3687 .................... americanairlinescenter.com Built To Spill, Wooden Indian Burial Ground, Indie rock … Wed, May 20, 7 pm… $29 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Neil Diamond, Rock/Pop…Thu, May 28, 6:30pm…$40- $150 American Airlines Center .................... 2500 Victory Ave. 214-222-3687 .................... americanairlinescenter.com Junior Brown, Country, blues, swing, rock Fri, May 29, 8 pm… $20 - $39 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Radney Foster Duo, Bonnie Bishop, Country Fri, May 29, 7 pm, $22 - $34 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org Train, The Fray & Matt Nathanson, Rock … Fri, May 29, 7 pm … $42+ Gexa Energy Pavilion ................................ 1818 1st Ave. 214-421-1111 ........................... gexaenergypavilion.net
_________________ JJune UNE ________________ Romeo Santos … Fri, June 5, 7 pm…$60 - $125 American Airlines Center .................... 2500 Victory Ave. 214-222-3687 ................... americanairlinescenter.com Tab Benoit, Cajun blues … Fri, June 5, 8 pm… $29 - $52 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ............................... granadatheater.com Tim McGraw, Billy Currington & Chase Bryant, Country, Sat, June 6, 7 pm … $58+ Gexa Energy Pavilion ................................ 1818 1st Ave. 214-421-1111 .......................... gexaenergypavilion.net Active Child, Low Roar, Electronic – Sun, June 7, 7:30 pm, $16 - $24 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 ......................................... thekessler.org Butch Walker w/ Jonathan Tyler, Hard rock, pop Sun, June 7, 7:30 pm … $84 - $289 Majestic Theatre ........................................... 1925 Elm St. 214-670-3687 ............ dallasculture.org/majestictheatre Cory Morrow, Singer-songwriter, comedian Fri, June 12, 8 pm… $18 - $29 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Uncle Lucius, Roots rock – Sat, June 13, 7 pm, $18 - $26 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org The Weepies, Indie rock – Mon, June 15, 8 pm… $24 - $39 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Neon Trees, Alex Winston, Yes You Are, Rock Thu, June 18, pm… $25 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Darius Rucker, Brett Eldredge, Brothers Osborne & A Thousand Horses, Rock - Fri, June 19, 7 pm, $34+ Gexa Energy Pavilion ................................ 1818 1st Ave. 214-421-1111 .......................... gexaenergypavilion.net Best Coast, Pop – Wed, June 24, 8 pm… $24 Granada Theater ............................. 3524 Greenville Ave. 214-824-9933 ................................ granadatheater.com Puddles Pity Party, Sad pop – Thu, June 25, 7:30 pm, $20 The Kessler Theater ........................... 1230 W. Davis St. 214-272-8346 .......................................... thekessler.org
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Scene Around Town
By Sally Blanton
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Society Editor
Children’s Cancer Fund
Kids in the Kitchen
Annual Benefit Luncheon Hilton Anatole
Troy Aikman, Co-Chairs Cara Serber and Kathleen Strand, Roger Staubach
Fashion for a Cause
Dallas Junior League Event Kids U-Towne Center
Suicide Crisis Center Dallas Country Club
Thin Thin Su, Julie Bagley, Anju Rai, Ismareka Sunawar
Elise Elam, Binayak Magar
Founder Yvonne Crum, Toni Munoz-Hunt and Dan Hunt
Mad Hatter’s Tea
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MOTHER cont'd from page 1 Eve, which also features an à la carte menu. When I approached the incredibly popular restaurateur Biernat — who turns 60 years old this year and has lived in Oak Cliff for 30 years — about doing a Mother’s Day story, he said, “Dave, talk to Brad.” It was like a passing of the torch at one of Dallas’ most popular restaurant that happens to bear his name. Fuller, known as “the nephew” as he joked, has been in the restaurant business his entire working life and has been at Al Biernat’s since the restaurant opened 1998. Biernat, who possesses what most people acknowledge as the greatest name recall of anyone in town, opened Al Biernat’s after a long career at the Palm, which included being the general manager and face
of the West End restaurant. “I came down from Michigan in 1993 when I was in high school when Al invited me to work as a busboy for the summer at the Palm,” Fuller said. “In Michigan, I had been a dishwasher in one restaurant and a server in another restaurant, so I was already in the business, per se, at some level. I guess he [Biernat] saw that interest, so he invited to work at the Palm. Those guys were a whole other level. Working with the Palm guys, they were old school career servers and career kitchen guys, and they taught you a lot. If you didn’t have thick skin going in, you had it going out.” Joey’s, a Houston-based restaurant, occupied the current Al Beirnat’s space from 1995 to 1998. When they were looking to get out of their lease, Biernat, who had always wanted to run his own restaurant, seized the opportunity.
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Mom may want Crème Brulee at Al Biernat's on Mother's Day. When the investment team at Al Biernat’s was meeting to develop the plan, Biernat was asked who the manager would be. As Fuller walked into the room, someone in the room pointed to him and said, “Well, Brad would probably be good.” Fuller said, “Well, I would like that.” Under Biernat’s wing, Fuller has been there ever since. During the start-up
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[Jerry and Gene].” The 38-year-old Fuller has been married for 16 years, a slightly less timeframe than his 17 years at Al Biernat’s. He has sons ages nine and seven. “You’re married to the business, so they say, and there is a lot of truth to that. You’re pretty much always working, even on your days off.” While there might be a bit of shift in day-to-day responsibility from Biernat to Fuller, “he [Biernat] deserves a break,” Fuller said. “This is not an easy business. I personally don’t think he will ever get away from the business because it engrained in him so deep. He likes the hustle and bustle of this business and the social aspect of it. While he may have handed the reigns over in operations, you will always see Al up here at some level.” No doubt you will see both Biernat and Fuller on Mother’s Day.
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The three main actors are all at award worthy levels. Domhnall Gleeson, son of Brendon Gleeson, is Irish, but you wouldn’t know that here. His accent is perfect and his naïve, yet cunning act is truly impressive. Gleeson manages to seem intimidated and tough all at the same time, and his interviews with Vikander’s Ava are the finest moments of the movie. That is also due to Vikander, who brings humanity to the role of a robot while remaining robot-like. She really only can use her voice and limited facial expressions to display what she’s thinking or feeling, and she excels at it. Vikander makes
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you wonder who is interviewing/testing who and without her fantastic performance, the movie would not be nearly as amazing as it is. Oscar Isaac is quickly becoming the best character actor in show business. His range is incredible, and he is officially impossible to typecast. His appearance alone in “Ex Machina” is unstable, as he sports a shaved head, massive beard and bulky physique due to the rare combo of weight lifting and alcohol abuse. Isaac plays Nathan like an eccentric recluse who speaks like a guy that thinks he’s super cool when he actually isn’t. He constantly
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