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TRANSPORTATION
By Eric Aasen
Stevens Park Golf Course. The Dallas Park and Recreation Department is offering junior golfers, 17 and younger, to play for free at all the City’s six golf courses. Junior golfers must be accompanied by a paying adult. The promotion begins this Friday, Sept. 4 and ends Monday, Sept. 7 at all six of the City’s award-winning courses, including Cedar Crest, Keeton Park, Luna Vista, Stevens Park, Tenison Highlands and Tenison Glen. — City of Dallas
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Texas is a bad place for drivers. That’s according to Bankrate.com, which ranked drivers across the country. Texas ranks No. 3 on the list of worst states for drivers. Bankrate.com considered various factors, including fatal crashes, car thefts, commute times and insurance premiums. “Not only does the Lone Star State have the most highways in the country, it also provides one of the worst driving experiences of all states,” Bankrate.com
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Traffic back-up on Woodall Rogers Freeway. declares. “Texas failed to have any better-than-average ranking in the six categories in the analysis.” Texas’ fatal crash rate is
the worst (1.42 deaths per 100 million miles compared to a U.S. average of 1.11). Five-year average insurance costs are also 15 percent higher than
the national average. “Texas drivers also are 13 percent more likely to have their car stolen than the average U.S. motorist,” Bankrate said. “They spend $88 more on gas each year and shell out an additional $22 per job when fixing their cars. Proceed with caution.” California isn’t any better — it’s ranked No. 2. And our neighbor to the east, Louisiana, is No. 1 on the worst list. The best states for drivers? Idaho. Vermont, Wyoming, Wisconsin and Minnesota round out the top five.
MUSICAL
Uptown Players deserves a mile for its ‘Angry Inch’ By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
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Twice in September, Heritage Village holds "Old Time Music Jam." An “Old Time Music Jam” will be held twice this month at Dallas Heritage Village on Saturday, Sept. 5 and 19 from 2 – 4:30 p.m. The jam is free with admission. Folks gather to play old time tunes in an acoustic, fiddle-infused precursor to bluegrass and country. Tickets can be purchased online at dallasheritagevillage.org. Regular admission rates are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+) and $5 for children ages 4-12. Children under 4 and members of Dallas Heritage Village are admitted for free. For more information call 214-421-5141. Dallas Heritage Village is located at 1515 S. Harwood St. — Elizabeth Lenart
SMU fans can now get a slice Olivella's has launched a Naples street food pizza truck featuring a few new items developed by Italian chef Salvatore Olivella. The food truck debuts publicly at the SMU home game on September 12 against North Texas Photo by Steven Visneau when Olivella’s assumes the role Fried Big Fomaggi. of official pizza concessionaire of SMU athletics. The selections will vary day-to-day, but will include an assortment of Olivella’s’ renowned favorites like Margherita and Black Truffle pizza as well as several new items, some of which will only be available from the pizza truck. — Christine Rogers
In This Issue Ackels' Angle ............................................................ 5 Along the Green Trail .............................................. 7 Classifieds.................................................................13 Community Calendar .............................................. 6 Dotty Griffith ........................................................... 9 Fitness .....................................................................12 House Call ................................................................ 4 Mental Health ........................................................... 4 Notes from the Editor .............................................. 4 Restaurant Directory ..............................................13 Scene Around Town.................................................12 Travel ......................................................................10 William"Bubba" Flint............................................... 4 Find us at facebook.com/KTWeekly
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Between April 2014 and July 2015, five diverse actors have been known as “Hedwig,” while starring on Broadway and off-Broadway stages in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.” Texas’ John Cameron Mitchell (who also wrote the text) was the first, and others who followed were Neil Patrick Harris, Michael C. Hall, Taye Diggs and “Glee’s” Darren Criss. The show earned the 2014 Tony award for Best Revival of a Musical. Neil Patrick Harris took home the Best Actor Tony for his Hedwig the same year. Music and lyrics are by Stephen Trask. Another Texas boy, Kyle Igneczi transformed himself into the transgender, German rock star, Hedwig Schmidt Friday night at Uptown Players (UP), and it’s hard to imagine another Hedwig interpreting the role with as much electrical charge as Igneczi leaves on the stage. UP’s production
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FAIR PARK
State Fair judges say ‘Holy Moly’ to newest creation By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
The moment has arrived. The 2015 State Fair of Texas Big Tex Choice Award winners were announced Sunday at an event at Fair Park, where the scents of frying oil blended with sweets
and savories wafted across the Tower Building, and the crowd was full of favorites. Christi Erpillo’s Fernie’s Holy Moly Carrot Cake Roly was the big winner for the Best Tasting new 2015 State Fair offering. It’s a melt-inyour-mouth blend of carrot cake with cinnamon, nutmeg,
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and Cream that have remained a Fair staple since the 2009 win. Her exclusive, one-year-only dish requested by Girl Scouts of America for their 100th anniversary, Fernie’s Fried Samoa Cookie was a huge hit. When asked how she felt about the win, family matriarch Wanda Fern LaBarba Winter, 89, said, “It’s fantastic.” Her family has been part of the State Fair since 1967. Winning the prize for most creative new dish was Isaac Rousso, with his Smoky Bacon Margarita. “Really?” you say? If you’re already a ’rita fan, you will probably enjoy this unique lime frozen margarita infused with the smokiness of freshly-cooked bacon and topped off with crunchy, crumbled bacon. If this is your first margarita, you will be pleasantly see HOLY MOLY on page 9
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HOUSE CALL
Cancer no one talks about
By Dr. Kimberly Washington
symptoms associated with hemwashington.k@att.net orrhoids, as well. For this reason, any ano-rectal symptoms should Cancer of the anus is rarely be mentioned to your primary discussed but is encountered with care physician. some frequency. The anus or anal To diagnose anal cancer, a bicanal is a short passage through opsy of the mass must be taken. A which a stool passes to exit the pathologist, using a microscope, body. There are roughly 5,000 new can actually visualize the cancer cases of anal carcinoma each year cells to verify that cancer exists. and roughly 500 related deaths At this point, if the patient has not per year. It accounts for roughly had a full colonoscopy, I would four percent of all ano-rectal marecommend it to ensure there are lignancies and 1.5 percent of all no additional polyps or undiaggastrointestinal malignancies. nosed cancers. Risk factors for development Based on research obtained of anal cancer include sexin the 1970s, ual risk factors (homosexradiation and uality in men and multiple chemotherapy sex partners in women), are now the first immune deficiency and line treatment for long-term tobacco usage. the most comOf these risk factors, the mon type of anal one causing the most stir cancer. Surgery is human papilloma virus is now reserved or HPV. This is the same Dr. Washington for those who fail virus responsible for cerradiation therapy vical cancer in women. or those who The virus is sexually transmitted, recur after completion of radiaand although there are nearly 100 tion therapy. The surgical procesubtypes of the virus, a vaccine dure involves removal of the anus was recently created that targets and rectum and placement of pera few of the more common types. manent colostomy bag. Although Sexual intercourse is not required a massive lifestyle change, this to transmit the virus, therefore, it procedure has and will continue is recommended to avoid all conto save lives. tact with the ano-genital areas of If you have been diagnosed those with HPV infection. with anal cancer, make sure to The most common presenting research this disease online and symptoms are persistent anal pain formulate questions and concerns. and bleeding from the rectum Present these to your doctors. or anus. Some patients will feel a They are more than capable of anlump or mass at the anal opening, swering these questions and more. have persistent itching, drainDr. Kimberly Washington, age from the anus, and swollen a general surgeon at Highlander lymph nodes in the groin areas. Surgical Associates in Arlington, Interestingly, rectal pain and maintains an interest in health bleeding are the most common education and advocacy.
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NOTES FROM THE EDITOR
Are Heath bars made in Heath?
By David Mullen
david@katytrailweekly.com As part of a deal with President Barack Obama’s interior department and the state of Alaska, GMC has changed the name of its popular truck from Denali to “The McKinley” … I was driving down Knox Street and noticed that at the corner of North Central Expressway, Mattress Firm has three separate buildings. One is on the north side and two are on the south side. I almost fell asleep behind the wheel … Went to a preview of the upcoming Great Dallas Food Truck Rally coming up on Sept. 19 from 2 - 10 p.m. at Reunion Tower. More than 3,000 tickets have already been sold. It should be a great event. Parrot Icce features a coconut-flavored shaved ice that is the best dessert I have had in years. Worth going to the event just for that gem … Speaking of delicious treats, are Heath bars made in Heath, Texas? I’m just asking … Word on the street is that the people that brought us the uber-cool Bowlounge in the Design District are getting back into the swing of things. They are looking at securing a property near Interstate 30 and Haskell Avenue for a retro-style driving range tentatively named “Goat Ranch” … One of my great memories as a child was when ABC would come to town for “Monday Night Football” and use the Goodyear Blimp for aerial photography over the Oakland Coliseum. The blimp would make a u-turn right over my house, which was east of the Coliseum just as the Oakland hills began. The blimp would fly so close that I could almost touch it. There would be a scrolling message in lights at the base of the blimp that
would promote Goodyear tires. But shocking events that dominated the alas — like so many great thing — the news really hit home with me. When blimp has been deflated. Sort of. As I heard that those heroes managed to part of their 90th anniversary celebra- take out the terrorist on the train from tion, Goodyear is retiring the Spirit Amsterdam to Paris, I paused. I have of America and the Spirit been on that train. It of Goodyear, and replacing is the only train I have them with larger airships ever been on in contidubbed “semi-rigid dirinental Europe. It makes gibles.” The new crafts will you wonder how you be fixed structures with a would have reacted, gas-filled bladder. No more and if you could have helium. The new airships been as brave and uncan go 73 miles per hour, selfish as the four men are 50 feet longer (at 246 (three Americans) that feet) than the old blimps, David Mullen subdued the evil man will be much quieter and packing a pistol, tons easier to maneuver. I know of ammunition and an that it is progress and that we really AK-47 with mayhem on his mind. won’t be able to tell much of a differAnd then came news that hit me even ence. Still, I can’t stop thinking “Oh, harder. I watched in shock reports of my, get out of the way, please! This is the brutal murders of reporter Alison terrible, this is one of the worst caParker and cameraman Adam Ward tastrophes in the world.” Well, it’s not while sending a live segment to their that bad, and the Hindenburg did not Roanoke, Va. television station. Vester have the Goodyear logo on its side … Lee Flanagan, a disgruntled former In my advertising days, I had a cliemployee, fired at least 15 shots from ent based in Altoona, Penn. Not the a pistol while filming the incident to easiest place to get to. I would drive post on various social media sites. through Amish country and a lot of Then I received an email that sent a one-stoplight towns. One of those shiver through my body. Flanagan towns was Hollidaysburg, home of the grew up in Oakland and went to the Slinky. When I saw the sign, I bolted high school that my siblings and I all to the factory like a Slinky going down attended. He got a degree from San a flight of wooden stairs. I asked a Francisco State in broadcast journalwoman who looked like one of Marge ism. I took courses at SF State. While Simpson's sisters if I could tour the he was more than a decade younger factory. “No!” she snapped, as the ash than me, just to think he walked in the from her cigarette hit the floor. “But same steps as I did made me sick. And you can go to the shop.” All items they what other horrific event is going to made were available at cost. The gold have to take place before we start get50th anniversary Slinky that sold for ting tough on hand guns? How about $49.95 was available for about $9. the shooting of a Houston sheriff? They also made Pick-Up Sticks, which Enough is enough … Former UCLA is another high-profit item. Slinky quarterback Mark Harmon turned 64 turned 70 on Sunday, and it still “fun on Wednesday. You may know him as for a girl and a boy” … The recent the star of “NCIS” on CBS.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Cured of hepatitis C In 1985, at age 37, I was in a serious car crash. Doctors performed emergency surgery and gave me a transfusion of more than 20 units of blood. The medical care I received that day saved my life, but it left me with a longer-term problem that would alter my life dramatically in the decades to come. Six weeks after the accident, I began to feel very ill, and the whites of my eyes turned yellow. A doctor visit confirmed I had been infected with an incurable, blood-borne virus that didn’t yet have an official name. At the time known as “non-A, non-B hepatitis” and is now called hepatitis C (hep C). I resumed my life, but hep C remained in my blood, and though I underwent several painful liver biopsies to monitor for damage, none was found. I didn’t have any real symptoms. Everything seemed fine. But hep C was slowly damaging my liver without my knowledge. Fast forward nearly 30 years to four years ago when my health began to decline. My normally high energy level began to wane. My complexion was gray. I had difficulty getting up from a chair. I couldn’t think clearly and could no longer work. I was diagnosed with late stage cirrhosis and prescribed a drug called interferon, which I refused because of the terrible side effects and low cure rate. I left the doctors devastated after being told I would probably die of cirrhosis within two years if I did not clear the virus. I immediately began researching hep C drugs in development and learned about a drug in trials with close to 100 percent cure rate, taken for only 12 weeks. I was extremely fortunate to be included in a clinical trial with this drug, and miraculously three weeks into treatment, the levels of the virus in my blood were undetectable and remain that way today. I am cured of hep C. Months after clearing the virus, my doctor was astonished to see the damage my liver sustained began to reverse to the point where the deadly late stage cirrhosis that would surely have ended my life had regressed to fibrosis I could live with. As I know all too well, hep C has a devastating impact on the lives it touches, can lead to cirrhosis and is the leading cause of liver cancer and liver transplantation. The good news is there is a 12-week cure for hep C with little or no side effects. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends all members of my generation, the Baby Boomers, to get tested for hep C. I’m here to tell you, if you think you may be at risk, do what you need to do to get diagnosed and treated. Ted Knight, age 66, is a wood sculptor and retired architectural engineer who lives in Dallas.
MENTAL HEALTH
Recognize your child's issues
By Lynette Payne
The children are (finally) back in class. If your children are still living at home, mornings are more hectic, and afternoons are busy with after-school activities, homework and preparing for the next day. For parents with stuLynette Payne dents away at college, you’re hoping that your children are getting themselves ready to attend class and that their afternoons are busy doing homework OUR MISSION Katy Trail Weekly is a community-friendly newspaper designed to inform and entertain the people in many diverse and wholesome college activities. demographics who live and/or work in these neighborhoods. Much like the Katy Trail itself, Katy Trail Weekly is designed A recent NPR article targeted the top 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, health issues faced by college students, but for free pick-up by their patrons. We support this publication by providing ad space to local businesses who want an the concerns raised are also relevant to many 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. high school, middle school and unfortuCo-founders Nancy Black Distribution Andy Simpson Beth Leermakers nately, even some elementary school stu Rex Cumming Manager Megan Lyons Naima Montacer David Mullen dents. The article interviewed Dr. Al Glass, Sara Newberry Andy Simpson Copy Editors Jessica Voss president of the American College Health Mary Spencer Rosa Marinero Shari Stern Publisher Rex Cumming Association and the heads of health services Susan Strough Editorial William "Bubba" Flint Wayne Swearingen Editor in Chief David Mullen Cartoonist Kim Washington at colleges around the country. Mental health is viewed as the top issue Managing Director Nancy Black Online Editor Bronwen Roberts Advertising Sales Susie Denardo Becky Bridges impacting students today. A new school Graphic Design Amy Moore Society Editor Sally Blanton Bronwen Roberts Distribution Lynsey Boyle year brings anxiety and stress to the stuArt Production Ruth Sanchez Writers Chris Ackels Thomas Combs Gregory Clift Billy Griffin dent as they face the need to adjust to new Benjamin Smedley Photographer Can Turkyilmaz Turner Cavender teachers and new class work, forging new Lorenzo Ramirez Chic DiCiccio Paul Redic Accounts Manager Cindi Cox Candace Evans friendships, adjusting to bewildering physi Nicole Reed Dotty Griffith cal changes and learning to navigate the Katy Trail Weekly (214) 27-TRAIL (87245) • P.O. Box 601685 • Dallas, TX 75360 social minefield. While diagnosis should be info@katytrailweekly.com • katytrailweekly.com done by a professional, it is critical to recog© 2015 Trail Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Katy Trail Weekly is published weekly and distributed for free. Views expressed in Katy Trail Weekly are not necessarily the opinion of Katy Trail Weekly, its staff or advertisers. Katy Trail Weekly does not knowingly accept false nize warning signs that your child may be or misleading editorial content or advertising. suffering from mental health issues:
• A child or adolescent’s moods (anger, irritability, worry, restlessness, hopelessness, apathy) disrupt their ability to function on a day-to-day basis • A lternating between depression and mania (excessive energy) • Dramatic change in personality or appearance • Changes in appetite or sleep patterns • Withdrawal or loss of energy • Physical issues such as headaches, backaches, stomachaches, joint pain • A lcohol or drug use • Talk of suicide, which is the third leading cause of death among teens The ways you can help your child if you think they are suffering from emotional issues are: • Listen, don’t lecture and don’t judge. Encourage them to talk about their feelings. • Offer help and let them know they have support from family and friends. Alert key adults in the child’s life – family, friends and teachers. • If you think the situation may be serious, encourage them to seek help. • Seek help from a mental health professional who has experience helping children, adolescents and/or young adults. “Remember, everyone in the classroom has a story that leads to misbehavior or defiance. Nine times out of 10, the story behind the misbehavior won’t make you angry, it will break your heart.” — Annette Breaux Lynette Payne is executive director of the nonprofit, Galaxy Counseling Center. For the past 40 years, Galaxy has provided counseling services for 60,000 families, couples, groups, individuals and children, ages three and up in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Contact Lynette and Galaxy Counseling Center at 972-272-4429.
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Cowboys will be in the hunt
Horned Frogs and Bears, ‘Oh My’
By David Mullen
By Chris Ackels
As the season begins, the NFL’s National Football Conference opens with 848 roster and practice squad spots on a total of 16 teams. And 48 of those spots will be taken by specialists like placekickers, punters and long snappers. At least another 200 players are huge lineman on both sides of the ball. About 80 players will never get called up off of the practice squad. The point is that only the most elite athletes in the world get to play in the NFL. So much has been made of injuries in the preseason, especially in the NFC, that one would think that the 2015 season for teams like the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys is already over because of the loss of one key player like Packer wide receiver Jordy Nelson or Cowboy cornerback Orlando Scandrick. Not so fast. The NFC is a quarterback dominated conference. More than ever, quarterbacks are the team leader this season, not wideouts, defensive backs or even head coaches. That leaves at least 10 teams in the NFC able to compete this year despite injuries or the multiple four-game suspensions that NFC players face at the start of the season. Player losses hurt, but great teams adapt. In the NFC West, the Seattle Seahawks — one headshaking play call away from a second consecutive Super Bowl championship — will be the bully once again. And they picked up tight end Jimmy Graham in the off-season to complete the offense led by
In the Big 12, it’s really the Big Two, then everybody else. When taking a look ahead at the 2015 college football season, which begins this weekend, eyes locally and nationally turn to two schools in the Big 12 conference that have landed themselves squarely in the national championship conversation. The AP preseason poll has TCU ranked No. 2 in the nation, and Baylor ranked No. 4 (the coaches poll echoes those same rankings). The Horned Frogs and Bears each narrowly missed out on last year’s National Championship Playoff, and both look to prove their worth this year. The conference took a lot of heat last year from not having a championship game, which supposedly hurt TCU and Baylor’s resumes for getting into the top four. In reality, the Big 12 was hurt by being the only conference in America with two legitimate national title contenders. This year, those two title contenders are right back at it. So in previewing the Big 12, it’s necessary to first address the Big Two. Then we’ll tackle everybody else.
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Russell Wilson. quarterback Russell Wilson. This year, they face their weakest division in the coach Pete Carroll era and will have the best record in the NFC. All roads to Super Bowl 50 go through Interstate 5 in Seattle, and few backups are expected. No team in recent memory has plummeted like the San Francisco 49ers. They will be hard pressed to find six wins under first year coach Jim Tomsula. A weird off-season was capped off by the retirement of linebacker Chris Borland, who left behind a promising career for fear of concussions. The St. Louis Rams are good, but must depend on quarterback Nick Foles to lead the offense. I’ll fold. And the Arizona Cardinals — who have one of the NFC greats in wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald — must rely on quarterback Carson Palmer and his wounded knees. The NFC North is a two-team race between the Packers and the Minnesota Vikings. The Packers — led by quarterback Aaron Rodgers — will get past the Nelson injury and find other ways to win. They always do.
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It could be a one-team race if Vikings running back Adrian Peterson doesn’t return to his old form after a year layoff. Teddy Bridgewater appears to be improving, so if Peterson is to form, Minnesota will have a potent offense. The Detroit Lions are always exciting with a dangerous passing game led by healthy wide receiver Calvin Johnson. But they were 28th in the league in rushing last season, and the schedule makers did them no favors by opening with two games on the road before playing three playoff teams. First year Coach John Fox leads the Chicago Bears this season, which means defense will be at the forefront. But so will the attitude of quarterback Jay Cutler, who seems more interested in collecting a big paycheck than winning games. While all eyes locally look to the NFC East, it is the NFC South that may be the best division. Three teams are capable of winning the top spot. The Carolina Panthers are the best team, led by pass and see MULL on page 10
TCU and Baylor There’s an impression that the Nov. 27 matchup between TCU and Baylor is the most important Big 12 game this year. But that’s only the case if both schools get there undefeated. TCU is led by the conference’s best quarterback, Heisman candidate Trevone Boykin. Boykin threw for just under 4,000 yards last year and amassed 41 total touchdowns, and this year seems poised to put up at least those kinds of numbers again. TCU’s prolific offense carried the Frogs last season, but this year will need help on the defensive side of the ball. Baylor will start fresh with a new quarterback this season, but Seth Russell is not your average rookie. He redshirted a year under Robert Griffin III and played in 15 games over the past two seasons as Bryce Petty’s understudy. He also will benefit from a stalwart offensive line that returns four of its five starters, including All-American tackle Spencer Drango. Throw in Baylor’s defense led by defensive end Shawn Oakman, and you’ve got a team full of immovable objects. Expect fireworks when these two teams meet in the final game of the season. Last year, Baylor came from behind in a roller-coaster affair to win the game at home, and you can bet revenge will be on the Horned Frogs mind when they welcome the Bears to Fort Worth this November. Predicting that game is a toss-up, particularly
this far out. But I’ll take Baylor to win the Big 12 based on a different fact: I think the Bears make it to that game undefeated; I’m not so sure TCU remain unblemished that deep into the season. TCU has to travel to Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Texas Tech — quite possibly the next three best teams in the conference. Baylor, on the other hand, plays Oklahoma at home and Texas Tech in Arlington. The Bears also have a strong defense, something most teams won’t see in this conference.
Trevone Boykin.
Photo courtesy of TCU
I’ll give the nod to the Bears and then rank “the others” from there … 1. Baylor 2. TCU 3. Oklahoma The Sooners could very well be a top 10 team this season, and they’ve got two opportunities to unseat a national title contender. All indications are that Oklahoma plans to bring back the “Air Raid” offense — Bob Stoops is quoted as saying they ran the ball too much last year, so after firing the head play-caller and bringing on a pass-heavy Lincoln Riley to call the shots, expect to see the ball in the air a lot in Norman this year. 4. Oklahoma State Other than a horrendous five-game stretch right in the middle of last season, Oklahoma State didn’t look half bad. This year, the Cowboys get to play Baylor, TCU and Oklahoma all at home, and Stillwater is no walk in the park. Expect at least one of those to end in a Cowboy victory, catapulting the Pokes to fourth in the conference and potentially a New Year’s Day bowl game. 5. Texas It’s odd to think this would be an improvement for the Longhorns, but Charlie Strong’s crew would probably settle for fifth in this conference. see FROGS on page 10
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Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. Sept. 5 – 6
2301 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-3600
Meyerson Symphony Center – The Sinatra Century. Jeff Tyzik conducts; Curtis Stigers, vocalist. Selections include: “I've Got You Under My Skin,” “New York, New York,” “The Lady is a Tramp” and more. 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
Sept. 5 – 13
2403 Flora St. Dallas, 75313 214-880-0202
Winspear Opera House – For the first time, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra will accompany Texas Ballet Theater. Ben Stevenson’s “Dracula” promises to transfix the audience from first to last bite. He streamlines the story, taking the audience directly to the Transylvanian village where he seduces his victims. Show times vary. Tickets start at $15.
Sept. 10
211 North Record St., Suite 100 Dallas, 75202 214-741-7500
Dallas Holocaust Museum – Opening Reception: “Holocaust By Bullets.” Based on 10 years of research and investigation by the French organization Yahad-In Unum, the exhibit chronicles the lesser-known side of the Holocaust in which more than two million Jews were gunned down and left in unmarked mass graves across Ukraine, Belarus and Russia. The exhibit will run through Dec. 31. 5:30 p.m. $10.
Sept. 11
2600 Live Oak St. Dallas, 75204 214-671-0045
Latino Cultural Center – The Dallas Mexican American Historical League will present a multimedia historical exhibition during Hispanic Heritage Month recounting the experiences of local Latino veterans and their families. As a continued partnership with the Latino Cultural Center focusing on local history, this is the third exhibition over the last three years to bring awareness to Dallas’ Latinos historical contributions. 6 p.m. FREE!
Sept. 12
1727 E. Levee St. Dallas, 75205 214-914-4503
LuminArte Gallery – Authorlink Sociable Lecture Series. Sarah Bird, author of nine novels, her latest, “Above the East China Sea.” Bryan Mealer, The New York Times bestselling author of “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.” Hugh Aynesworth, four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, former Newsweek and Washington Times bureau chief. 3 p.m. $10-$39.
Sept. 12
1925 Elm St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-3687
Majestic Theatre – Patton Oswalt is an American actor, writer and comedian. Oswalt's stand up comedy covers topics ranging from pop culture frivolity such as comic book supervillains and 1980s glam metal to deeper social issues like American excess, materialism, foreign policy and religion. 8 p.m. $39.50.
Sept. 16
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-671-1450
Dallas City Performance Hall – Oral Fixation: “Push the Envelope.” Stories about results of sending out invitations of any kind (wedding, graduation, party, etc.), office mishaps, mailman stories, pushing boundaries by doing something outside the norm. 8 p.m. $25.
Fri 9/4
Picture of the Week
Richard Wright, b. 1908 Judith Ivey, b. 1951 Damon Wayans, b. 1960 Beyoncé Knowles, b. 1981 1833 – Barney Flaherty, age 10, became 1st newsboy in U.S.: for “The New York Sun”.
Joyce Forney with Lexi and Frank Pike with Annie celebrate National Dog Day at Presbyterian Village North on Wednesday, Aug. 26. Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here!
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Donors and volunteers
Sat 9/5
Bob Newhart, b. 1929 Eduardo Mata, b. 1942 Cathy Guisewite, b. 1950 Dweezil Zappa, b. 1969 1836 – Sam Houston elected 1st president of the Republic of Texas.
Sun 9/6
Jane Addams, b. 1860 Jane Curtin, b. 1947 Mark Chestnutt, b. 1963 Rosie Perez, b. 1964 Macy Gray, b. 1970 1620 – The Pilgrims left Plymouth, England on the Mayflower.
Mon 9/7
Labor Day Maria Montessori, b. 1870 Van Morrison, b. 1945 Debbie Gibson, b. 1970 Chris Tucker, b. 1972 1887 – Thomas Edison patented the kinetoscope to produce motion pictures.
Tue 9/8
Antonin Dvorak, b. 1841 Peter Sellers, b. 1925 Patsy Cline, b. 1932 Sen. Bernie Sanders, b. 1941 P!nk, b. 1979 1971 – JFK Center for Performing Arts opened in Washington.
Wed 9/9
Otis Redding, b. 1941 Michael Keaton, b. 1951 Henry Thomas, b. 1971 Michelle Williams, b. 1980 1945 – Grace Hopper found 1st computer program “bug”a moth.
Thu 9/10
Arnold Palmer, b. 1929 Charles Kuralt, b. 1934 Jose Feliciano, b. 1945 Amy Irving, b. 1953 Ryan Phillippe, b. 1974 1846 – Elias Howe patented his “sewing machine.”
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CITYSQUARE
One of the largest social service organizations in Texas fights poverty by helping 50,000 people a year. By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will feature a charity that is doing remarkable work in Dallas, a city known for philanthropy and generosity.
QW hat is your mission or highest
purpose? CitySquare fights the causes and effects of poverty through service, advocacy and friendship. In 1988, Dallas businessman Jim Sowell, moved by his concern for the problems associated with poverty, worked with friends to start the Central Dallas Food Pantry in East Dallas launching what would ultimately become CitySquare, one of the largest social services organizations in Texas.
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Q How many clients are served
each year? More than 50,000 neighbors each year.
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QW hat percentage amount actually reaches those in need? We take great pride in the fact that 89 cents of every dollar is put directly into our programs.
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QW hat are your critical needs
now, besides money donations? Monetary donations are our biggest need. We must raise more than $1 million a month to continue impacting more than 50,000 people a year. We need assistance furnishing and outfitting The Cottages at Hickory Crossing, a community of 50 cottages being built for the chronically homeless that is set
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to open this fall across the street from our Opportunity Center at I-30 and Malcolm X Boulevard. These neighbors will be moving into their new homes with little to nothing of their own. Household items are needed to turn these houses into functional homes. To make buying easier, all items can be found on our Target gift registry (First name: CitySquare, Last name: Cottages). We also need and welcome partnerships with businesses and organizations to offer neighbors jobs with benefits and career paths. Working with these partners to better understand their needs, we are able to tailor our educational and training programs to open more opportunities for neighbors and to provide partners with the best employees.
Q What upcoming fundraisers
are on the calendar? Our annual fundraiser, "A Night to Remember," takes place on Friday, Sept. 25 at the Majestic Theatre. This year’s artists are ’80s rock icons Hall & Oates. Public seating is sold out, but there are still some seats reserved for sponsors. For sponsorship information, go to CitySquare. org/HallandOates or contact Jill Williams at 214-303-2138.
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QW hat is your facility like?
A I n November 2014, we opened the CitySquare Opportunity Center, a 52,000 square foot campus where working poor neighbors can find
multiple services like job skills training, employment coaching, benefits screening, case management and financial education all in one location. It also houses our busy Food Pantry, AmeriCorps department and community partners like Literacy Instruction For Texas (LIFT), Per Scholas and Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas. CityWalk@Akard, a once abandoned high-rise in downtown Dallas at 511 N Akard St., opened in 2010 as a mixed-use community.
QW hat do you think is the most
important thing you do for the community? By helping our neighbors stabilize their lives, and addressing the root causes and effects of poverty. We address hunger, health, housing, legal, educational, employment and community empowerment needs. Most importantly, we help neighbors regain hope and empower them to change the trajectory of their lives.
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QW hat is difficult about your job? QW hat sort of volunteer jobs are A Witnessing the devastating imavailable?
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to work in our food pantry and Thrift Store to teach life-skill classes, assist with resume writing and to help with coordinating events for neighbors living in our housing programs. We can always use administrative help to answer phones and assist with mailings.
Q T ell us the name of a volunteer who always goes beyond the call of duty? Five years ago, Othella had a stroke. Feeling lucky to be alive, she wanted to give back and started volunteering at the CitySquare Thrift Store. She faithfully volunteered, almost daily, until she had another stroke two years later. Now, healthy, happy and with her doctor’s permission, she volunteers almost every day in the Food Pantry. She calls CitySquare “her family.”
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pact of poverty as it robs people of hope and erodes the social fabric of our community.
QW hat is rewarding about your job?
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difficulties. Seeing our food pantry filled with smiling neighbors making healthy choices, watching a formerly homeless neighbor open the door to a permanent home or getting a call from an employer complimenting one of our neighbors on good work. Watching despair turn to hope and knowing we are truly making a difference in our neighbors’ lives and in our city!
Q I n a short paragraph please tell how a specific person or family was helped. CitySquare’s TRAC (Transition Resource Action Center), a continuum of care for foster youth and former foster youth between the ages of 16-25, helps youth aging out of foster care,
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many of whom end up homeless. Michelle’s life turned upside down when she found out she was pregnant. Unable to keep paying for her apartment, she became homeless. In 2014, she found TRAC and was able to move into TRAC’s Transitional Living Program. After finding employment and working vigorously with her TRAC coach, Michelle moved back into her own apartment. She has been taking college classes to provide a good life for her son and is on track to graduate this fall with a degree in criminal justice.
Q S uppose your nonprofit received
a $20,000 check in the mail today … where would it immediately be put to good use? A $20,000 donation could do the following: 1. Cover the cost of 800 patient visits (including lab fees) at the CitySquare Clinic 2. Provide case management for more than 80 formerly homeless neighbors 3. Provide lunch to 200 kids for a month during summer when school is out, and they lose access to school lunches 4. Outfit apartments with furniture and housewares for 200 formerly homeless neighbors
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Dr. John Siburt, president and COO, answered this week’s questions.
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ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
nightlights burn energy, disrupt When I lay my head wildlife and down at night, if the ecosystems blackout curtains are a litand interfere tle off center, somehow the with our abilglaring light from a street ity to see the lamp makes a straight line stars. Earlier right to my eyes. Without Naima Montacer in August, the curtains, my bedroom we had the would be brighter than opportunity to view the specdaylight, with a flooding glow tacular Perseid Meteor shower, from the street lights and nearby a sky full of shooting stars, but apartment lights. These lights it was recommended to get out aren’t only making me get up to into the country, hours from the adjust the curtains; they are also city, to get a clear view. The big pollution to our environment. glow effect of a city from a disThat’s right, I said pollutance is called sky glow, which is tion, light pollution. Normally caused by reflected and upward when we think of pollution we directed light. Simply shielding think of trash, chemicals or light downwards can reduce light sea turtles stuck in plastic sixpollution. pack rings. But light pollution We’ve come a long way is artificial outdoor light that since incandescent light bulbs, negatively impacts our ecosyswhich use a lot of energy. Light tems and human health. Light bulbs used in today’s world, at night affects our circadian such as compact fluorescent clock and our sleep hormone (CFL), light-emitting diodes melatonin. It can lead to sleep (LED) and high-pressure sodisorders, and new research is dium (HPS) differ in their investigating a link between energy usage, lifespan and light pollution and breast output of wavelengths of light. cancer. Recently consumers and cities Since the invention of the have been changing to energy light bulb, we have been able to efficient LED lights, yet studies light up our dark evenings and are finding comes with an ecoincreasingly make nighttime logic drawback. In a published brighter. Excessive outdoor study (Pawson and Bader, 2014)
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done in New Zealand, scientists compared the use of LED and HPS lightbulbs (often used for street lights) and found on average LED lights captured 48 percent more insects than HPS lights. The study stated that LED use may exacerbate ecological impacts and urged for collaboration between ecologists and electrical engineers to minimize potential effects. Light pollution also affects other plants and animals, even here in Dallas. Light pollution can prevent trees from adjusting to seasons, alter animal behaviors and disrupt breeding cycles. The Trinity River Corridor is a light pollution refuge for much of our wildlife. Take a look at the light pollution map of Dallas at LightPollutionMap.info with data at the Earth Observation Group and NOAA National Geophysical Data Center. Even though Dallas is submersed in high-density light pollution, you can easily make out the Trinity River Corridor. As we develop the corridor into a usable green space and possible site of more roads, we should place a high priority on its hard-to-see importance as a nocturnal that sanctuary for urban wildlife. Light pollution increases more each year and can even be seen from space. Mapping and
YOUR STARS THIS WEEK By Stella Wilder
The coming week is likely to see some individuals reach a state of “critical mass,” during which certain issues and endeavors must be resolved in such a way that forward motion can be restored. It may be very slow going for some, as the need to be unusually careful with each and every step becomes paramount; any wrong footing can result in disaster. Always remember: The bigger they are, the harder they fall! Everyone should prepare to encounter personal difficulties as things come to a climax, but it's nothing that cannot be ironed out. It's merely a fact that as tensions rise without, they also rise within; family members and loved ones will not always respond rationally. Some may discover that they are far more capable of juggling multiple objectives than they had ever thought — and this will be a very good time to explore just how much can be done at once. This certainly isn't going to lessen the overall stress level, but it can result in a world of good in the long run. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) You may be contacted by someone who is more aware of what you can do than you are. Accept his or her counsel! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) — You may find yourself in an uncomfortable position toward midweek. How did you get there, and how do you get out?
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) What you see going on around you may not inspire you as expected. You're going to have to find inspiration elsewhere. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) — Someone in charge may not fully understand what you are capable of doing, but you can demonstrate clearly. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) Your ability to see things from all possible angles will come in handy. You can share those benefits with others. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) — You may want to isolate yourself somewhat, but you must first tend to one particular piece of business. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) You are planning something big, but not everyone is willing to share resources or give you the help you need. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) — You may be trying to move too quickly. Take everything a bit more slowly, and you'll avoid making a few obvious mistakes. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) You may surprise yourself by making a decision that solves a great many problems all at once — and others subsequently. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) — If you try to carry everyone's
burden, you will surely fail; do what you know you can, and others will respond in kind. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) You're going to have to remember dates, times, names and faces, as such details are likely to prove far more important than usual. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) — You mustn't turn a blind eye to what another is doing. You know it's a mistake, and you can stop it and change his or her course. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) You're going to want to do something entirely on your own — and if you can, in complete seclusion. (March 6-March 20) — The shorter answers are likely to have the greatest impact; in fact, "yes" and "no" are likely to suffice! ARIES (March 21-April 4) You're eager to get started on a new project that involves someone who brings out the best in you. Put your heads together now. (April 5-April 19) — You don't want to find yourself at a disadvantage simply because you were careless. Give every moment its due. TAURUS (April 20-May 5) You're eager to collaborate with someone who knows how to
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OFF THE MARK
Artificial outdoor light has dark side
By Naima Montacer
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understanding where light pollution is and comparing ecology in subsequent years and from areas with no light pollution, are important for maintaining a healthy environment. Cities at Night (citiesatnight.org) is a project to map light pollution in cities around the world using photographs from the International Space Station. Their goal is to create a Google Maps style map by having the general public (like you) view beautiful space pictures and to help classify and calibrate images through fun-touse apps. This will produce new data made available to scientists to improve light pollution research and ultimately help cites choose cost effective, energy efficient and ecologically improved lighting. But the light that went up outside my bedroom was in response to an attack on an elderly person outside a nearby restaurant. The light pollution in the city is a complicated issue, but preserving pockets of less light, shielding upward light and engineering low ecologic damaging light bulbs will maintain the health of our ecosystems while also keeping our city safe. Naima Montacer is a freelance writer and conservationist. View more at her website EnviroAdventures.com. Copyright 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. bring the best to every endeavor — just take care you don't become bossy! (May 6-May 20) — The time has come for you to acknowledge a past mistake so that you can escape the hold it has over you. GEMINI (May 21-June 6) Trying to do too much at once without the proper rest and preparation is sure to sap your strength — and your enthusiasm. (June 7-June 20) — You're eager to share what you know with someone who respects what you bring to the table. He or she may give you the reins. CANCER (June 21-July 7) You're looking in the wrong places for the things you want to surround yourself with; they're already in your possession! (July 8-July 22) — You must think through your plans carefully. If you sense they will affect others adversely, you may have to make changes. LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) You don't always have to see things as clearly as others to move forward as planned, but you cannot keep your eyes shut! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) — You're ready to receive exactly what you think you deserve. In the end, you may get even more than you bargained for.
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has a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, and laminate wood floors run throughout the area. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (the refrigerator stays), a raised ceiling, farm sink and a rustic farm door that opens to the utility room and walkin pantry. The utility room has built-in cabinets and full-size washer and dryer hookups. The stove is plumbed for gas should the next owner decide to change the range. The breakfast area has a nice view of the swimming pool in back and space for a large table. The master bedroom
measures 13-by-14, with two big walk-in closets, and all bedrooms have new carpeting. One of the bedrooms is being used as an enormous closet (love this idea!), and another has a trendy plank accent wall. All of the bedrooms have deep closets. The backyard looks like a fun party space, with swimming pool and spa, pergola and extended privacy fence. There, that just made my week a little brighter. You? 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.
TURTLE CREEK
New year for Lee Park Junior Conservancy kicks off
One hundred fifty young professionals gathered poolside at Hotel ZaZa Wednesday, Aug. 26 to kick off the year for the Lee Park Junior Conservancy (LPJC). The organization helps support the care and conservation of Lee Park and Arlington Hall. Guests enjoyed appetizers and specialty cocktails while DJ Jose
of Futura Events set the mood with energetic tracks. Lucky guests walked away with raffle items like House of Blues concert tickets, a Kendra Scott necklace, BBC gift cards and dinner for two at Dragonfly restaurant. LPJC President Whitney Brune welcomed the crowd and told them of the three pillars that make the LPJC different from many other “YP” groups. In addition to
many social events, there are service opportunities like helping to clean up Turtle Creek, as well as professional networking with members of the Conservancy Board and overall membership. She then announced her 2015-16 Board of Directors: Vice President - Tyler Stevens Secretary - Kelly Dowling Treasurer - Samara Cude Membership - Anne DeFilippo
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Events - Sarah Jones PR/Marketing/ Communications - Lisa Collins & Jordan Kragen Volunteer - Lauren Ives Day at the Races Junior Conservancy Chair - Kirsten Williams In addition to the LPJC Board announcement, Conservancy president & CEO Gay Donnell acknowledged the hard work the Junior Conservancy has put into growing the organization’s signature event, Day at the Races, over the past seven years. “To take the event to the next level in terms of fundraising for the Park and Hall,” Donnell said, “we have sought out an experienced co-chair from the community. We are so excited to announce that the first community chair will be Wendy Messmann, who will work in tandem with JC Derby Chair Kirsten (Williams).” “I am so happy to be the first community chair for Day at the Races.” Messmann said. “Arlington Hall and Lee Park are a beautiful oasis in the heart of Dallas and so many families make memories there. It's my privilege to help spread the Conservancy's mission and educate others about what it takes to keep this peaceful green space looking so lovely.” Williams encouraged the crowd to “get your seersucker suits and big hats ready” as she announced that Day at the Races 2016 will be held at Arlington Hall on Saturday, May 7, 2016. The signature event, which is the largest original Derby event of its kind in Dallas, is the largest annual fundraiser for the Park and Hall. JC President Whitney Brune ended announcements with a call for those volunteers in serving on JC or Day at the Races Committees,
WORSHIP
By Gay Donnell
Photos by Clark Cabus
Ben Sullivan and Corinne Poole.
Samara Mele Cude, Sarah Jones, Whitney Brune, Tyler Stevens, Kelly Dowling, Kirsten G. Williams, Anne DeFilippo.
Blake Eltis, Francesco Mainetti and Aaron Carroll. the latter of which will have an informational meeting at Arlington Hall on Sept. 14. Those interested in
volunteering should email Brune at presidentlpjc@ gmail.com or Williams at derbychair@gmail.com.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
The Heights reaches and exceeds expectations
By Sara Newberry I have to admit, I was not a huge fan of former Dallas institution Legal Grounds. At best my experiences, it was average, at worst, disappointing and awkward. So I was pretty excited when chef Karin Porter (formerly of The Grape and Porter House Provisions) took over and opened The Heights. Transforming the interior and creating a new menu, Porter has breathed new life into the space, creating a warm yet sophisticated vibe. Chef Porter has kept the signature Toasted Oatmeal Granola Pancakes from Legal Grounds, and they are just as good, if not better, than I remember. Fluffy, with crunch from the toasted oatmeal, they are perfect to share as a complement to the other, more substantial breakfast options. A name like Hash n’ Eggs connotes a carb-laden nap-inducing plate, but this was much more (and less) than that. The potatoes were perfectly browned, and the peppers added sweetness and lightened up the mix. Smoky, salty ham peeked out from under perfectly cooked eggs, and the whole thing was doused in a gorgeous deeply flavored red-eye gravy. Migas is Spanish for “crumbs,” but the Lakewood
Migas are definitely more than that. A satisfying mix of scrambled eggs, chorizo, pico de gallo and tortilla strips, they are served with smoky black beans and flour tortillas. Like the hash, migas are often greasy and heavy, but these were elevated far above the average diner version. The lunch menu is mostly a mix of salads and sandwiches, with a few heavier options available. We chose the Tuna Press, which is basically a sandwich version of the Tuna Niçoise: tuna confit is mixed with olive oil mayo, chopped pickled green beans and oven-roasted tomatoes. The bread is crisp from the press and adds crunch to the tuna mixture. The Baked Mac n’ Cheese doesn’t feature any “outthere” cheeses, truffles or bacon. It’s the simplest version I’ve seen in a while. But simple doesn’t mean boring! The sauce is creamy, the macaroni was perfectly cooked, and the Parmesan crust added texture and seasoning. Roasted tomatoes were a lovely touch. The dinner menu is a mix of the same salads and sandwiches from lunch, as well as comfort food like burgers, chicken pot pie and bistro-inspired dishes like steak frites and mussels. A Flat-Top Wedge Salad
is the classic wedge salad with iceberg, blue cheese and bacon. The twist is that it’s seared, which can add a little extra flavor to the mix. The salad was tasty, but I wanted more of a sear on the lettuce. The dill-rich Green Goddess dressing was something I plan to re-create at home. Steamed Mussels are prepared with Asian flavors: ginger, cilantro and jalapeños. The mussels were perfectly cooked, and the broth was flavorful, with just enough heat from the jalapeños. I was spooning it out of the bowl, wishing for some sort of bread to sop it up so I could get every last drop. The Heights Burger is topped with jalapeño pimiento cheese and grilled onions, as well as the standard lettuce, tomato and mustard. It was cooked to a perfect medium, and the elements all combined to create a memorable burger experience. The steak fries served alongside are a nice change from the ubiquitous skinny fries on every menu. Our server encouraged us to order the Croissant Ice Cream Sandwich, but I wish I’d listened to my instincts and choose the chocolate pie that was on offer that evening. The croissant was fine, but it was difficult to eat — every cut into the croissant pushed the ice cream out of
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The Hash n' Eggs at The Heights. the sandwich. It was a somewhat disappointing end to an otherwise superior meal. Service is friendly and welcoming. We have only
visited a few times and already feel like regulars. I have a feeling it’s going to be one of my favorite new spots for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Batter up (and lineup of other items) at Original Pancake House By Dotty Griffith
Dotty.griffith@yahoo.com Want breakfast for breakfast? Or breakfast for brunch or lunch? The Original Pancake House (OPH) should be high on your list. So should the signature Dutch Baby Pancake. A plateful of baked batter that delights with swirls of butter, powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon to meld all that goodness. It's so-o-o big, but I bet you eat the whole thing. Mark Davis Bailey and Jonathan Seyoum are the local franchise owners of this 60-year-old group of restaurants that began in Portland, Oregon. Business partners in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for 15 years, they’re adding new OPH locations in Fort Worth, Irving and opening their first store next year in the Houston area. The OPH hash tag is #MadeFromScratch. And they mean it. Each OPH-DFW restaurant goes through about 9,000 eggs per week. And 26 cases of Valencia oranges for fresh-squeezed juice. Bailey is pretty proud of the fact that it takes OPH HOLY MOLY cont'd from page 1 surprised. There’s something about that combination of flavors that do right by each other, like peanut butter and jelly — but straight from Margaritaville. Rousso’s wife, Lily, talked about how proud she is of her husband. “He took care of every detail, like the design on the ‘collector’ cups down to every letter. We’re so excited that we’ve been emotional. We just want people to enjoy themselves.” The innovative Rousso was finalist with a second entry in the running: Cowboy Corn Crunch, and while it didn’t win, it was undoubtedly one of the most winning dishes introduced and is bound to be popular at the Fair. Rousso blends corn, jalapeño, rich cream cheese and smoky bacon with spices, forms it into a ball and deep fried to a crunchy brown. Both Erpillo and Rousso spent the two days following the event on an exhaustive radio
Signature Dutch Baby Pancake. five days to go from flour to pancake because they start with a sourdough. Attention to detail and ingredients with integrity make the difference, believes Bailey. “We use whipped butter so it melts. Ever had a stack of pancakes with a slab of cold butter? It just doesn’t melt,”
and TV talk show tour, with little time to rest up in between. Now, before the winners were announced and sampling begun, there was a lot of chatting among attendees, who couldn’t wait to dive into Abel Gonzales’ Chicken Fried Lobster with Champagne Gravy. Everyone knows that Abel is the multi-Big Tex Choice award-winning “King of Fried Food,” so they knew they could count on it being great. “Great” doesn’t begin to describe this delicacy. The lobster tastes perfectly fresh with no fishy taste whatsoever. Somehow, it’s cooked perfectly, still crunchy and not the least overcooked. The crust is light, and the champagne “gravy” isn’t your basic gravy at all, but a rich, champagne and lemon-buttery sauce. Gonzales said he will see what the market value is on lobster before the start of the Fair and then lock in the price. Undoubtedly it will be one of the pricier choices, but it’s worth it. And it’s a meal. If Tex had a Most Elegant Choice, Gonzales would own
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said Bailey. “We don’t use see-through bacon,” added Bailey, noting the thick-sliced honey-cured strips that likely measure 1/8-inch thick. There’s more than pancakes. French-rolled omelets are masterpieces of culinary dexterity.
it in a heartbeat. A couple of unique new offerings are Fried BeerBattered Buffalo by James Barrera and Cassy Jones’ Deep Fried Alligator’s Egg Nest. Allan Weiss’ PretzelCrusted Pollo Queso is bound to be a winner at the Fair. All-white-meat chicken is shredded with cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, cilantro and Sriracha sauce. It’s rolled in crispy pretzel breading, deep fried and served with jalapeño ranch dipping sauce. It’s melty and gooey inside and just wonderful. Beware, this is a spicy one but not overly spicy. Especially popular was the Lone Star Pork Handle by Justin Martinez. According to 10-year-old Gavin from Plano, when asked about the pork chop he was holding by the bone, while munching, “It’s amazing!” The meaty pork chop is another choice that can take care of dinner. The hungry panel of judges included: Devin Harris, Dallas Mavericks point guard and member of
Not simply folded over, these are plate fillers as well. These puffy omelets look like golden brown whoopee cushions. The Mediterranean is filled with spinach, kalamata olives, tomatoes, onions and feta cheese folded into very light and fluffy whipped eggs. The menu isn’t exclusively breakfast. There’s the club sandwich, starring the OPH made-to-order bread, sliced thick for toast, and the brawny bacon; as well as the half-pound cheeseburger on a grilled bun with a full complement of garnishes. Club sandwich with soup. Fact is you can get what you want from pancakes to eggs to sandwichcirculation area addresses include: es, soups and salads at The Original Pancake House. And you can get it THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE any time of day as long as you get HOUSE there between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 2900 Lemmon Ave and 4343 W p.m. Northwest Hwy #375 (Village of While there are multiple loPreston Hollow) cations, the Katy Trail Weekly ophdfw.com
the 2009 NBA All-Star Team; Drew Pearson, former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and host of “Big Game Sunday;” Dan Rodo, YouTube phenomenon and host of new TV show “Let’s Go! DFW;” John Tesar, renowned chef and owner of local restaurants Knife, Oak and El Bolero;
Tiffinni Young, community leader and Dallas City Councilwoman for District 7. Lucky Bridget Russell’s name was drawn from ticket stubs, designating her as the enviable sixth judge. Talk show host Donovan Lewis of Sportsradio 1310 The Ticket was the emcee.
When asked how he liked this judging gig, Drew Pearson said: “I’ve been wondering how long I was going to have to wait until they invited me. Here I am getting served all this wonderful food by pretty ladies — how could I not be happy? Now I’m hoping they’ll invite me back next year!”
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TRAVEL
Picturesque city of Orvieto not to be overlooked
By Michael Wald
wald.world@yahoo.com The tiny little Italian town of Orvieto is amazing, simple to visit and often overlooked by tourists in Italy. Size is one of its advantages. As you can see all it has to offer in a few days, or most of it in an exhausting few hours. Situated outside Rome on a train line, you can get there without needing to drive. Driving in Italy can be frightening, since the cars are small, and drivers in the passing lane go at very high speed. Once you arrive in Orvieto, you walk a short distance to the bottom of a funicular that takes you to the top of the hill on which the main part of Orvieto lies. Orvieto, like many Italian cities, was built on a hill for security purposes. Before you head to the top of the hill, however, there are some interesting sites at the base of the hill. There are also hotels at the base where much of the modern development has taken place. So if you plan to stay overnight, explore around the base. One of the interesting sites is the ancient Well of Saint Patrick, a bit hard to find in a park near the entrance to the funicular. Those with difficulty walking narrow stairs need not attempt this. On the funicular ride, the vistas present a constantly changing landscape of green, rich olive fields and vineyards with scattered castles and monasteries, some of which now offer lodging for tourists. Once at the top of the hill, you’re in the old city of Orvieto, dating back Facade of the Orvieto Cathedral. to the fifth century before the Common Era. Orvieto was home to many popes in the 13th century. Visit the papal residence. At one point, the Pope considered making Orvieto the papal city instead of Rome. During the sack of Rome in 1527 by Roman Emperor Charles V, Pope Clement VII took refuge in Orvieto. One of the most fascinating and unique sites in Orvieto is neither at the bottom nor top of the hill. It is literally in between in an “Underground” labyrinth of caves and tunnels where ancient residents raised pigeons that served as food and as messengers. You will experience for yourself a wall of pigeon holes. The Underground was long hidden and secret, but it is now open to tours. In addition to pigeon holes, you’ll find wells,
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Local coffee shop. stairs, quarries, hidden passageways, wine cellars and cisterns. When Orvieto came under siege, Underground residents were able to escape to safe exit points away from the city walls. I suggest you purchase a special pass called the Carta Unica that entitles you to entry to all major attractions, including the Underground, for a single fee. The pass is available behind the rail station, at the Underground information point on the main plaza and at the museums and other points of interest included in the price. Stop for a coffee at one of the many outdoor cafes that line the central plaza, and soak in the atmosphere. As you explore, leave time for more coffee stops, as your feet are guaranteed to ache from walking on all the cobblestone roads. The main attraction of Orvieto is an absolutely beautiful Duomo or cathedral that dominates its main plaza. Built with white travertine and greenish-black basalt in narrow stripes, the church is stunning outside. Inside, find the Chapel of San Brizio. Frescoed between 1449-51 by Luca Signorelli depicting the Last Judgment, it is every bit as impressive and far less crowded than the Sistine Chapel, which partially inspired Michelangelo’s work. Included in the Carta Unica are three fantastic MULL cont'd from page 5 run playmaker quarterback Cam Newton. But the defense is a top unit, and really makes the Panthers purr. Plus an easy opening schedule could have Carolina 4-0 out of the gate. The New Orleans Saints should be much improved, with the belief that Drew Brees doesn’t have to throw for 5,000 yards to win. The Atlanta Falcons have always been offence-minded, which has led to some offensive seasons. New coach Dan Quinn, a defense-first leader, was brought in to give the Birds a new attitude. Believe it or not, they don’t have a division game until week six, and play the entire NFC East in four of their first five games. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are rebuilding, handing the keys to the car over to rookie Jameis Winston. If you think that preseason football matters, then the Philadelphia Eagles will dominate the Cowboys this year. That will not be the case. While both teams will be playoff bound, they have strengths and weakness that offset. The Eagles have a potent FROGS cont'd from page 5 We’ll learn a lot about Texas in their nonconference games, which include Notre Dame this weekend and Cal at home in a few weeks. 6. Texas Tech Lots of emphasis is being placed on the hiring of David Gibbs as defensive coordinator, and rightfully so, as Gibbs has seen success in similar roles at Auburn, Minnesota, Houston and three NFL teams. But he’ll have his work cut out for him. Tech’s defense was among the worst in the
Narrow cobblestone street in Orvieto. museums you won’t want to miss: Faina Museum, the National Archaeological Museum and the MODO. Each seems to outdo the other with its collection of antiquities. In fact, if you have only one city to visit in Italy, Orvieto seems to outdo even the more popular ones in packing it all in. Here’s a courageous statement: have only a day’s layover in Rome, skip the capital city and head for Orvieto! Michael Wald is a travel specialist with special expertise in Panama adventure travel. He blogs about travel and other musings at untroddenla.com. offense, and the Cowboys are capable of stellar defense. That said, I will take Cowboys QB Tony Romo over Eagles thrower Sam Bradford any day. The Cowboys will be searching for a dependable running back to replace Philadelphia-bound DeMarco Murray, and think they found one in Darren McFadden. But McFadden is the beautiful girl that you finally get a date with and then wants you to take her home early. Hopefully, with the Cowboys offensive line superior to any line he has had to run behind in his career, McFadden will want to stay for the dance. Expect the calls for New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin's firing to start around week four. And no team is in more disarray than the Washington Redskins, who will be lucky to win three games this season. So Seattle and Carolina will get bye weeks in the playoffs, as the Packers and Cowboys will play the wild card teams Minnesota and Philadelphia. But it really is all for naught. Seattle and their 12th Man will head down the coast to beat the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl 50 in Santa Clara, Calif.
nation last year and will need improvements to hang with any team listed above them here. 7. West Virginia Many analysts are high on the Mountaineers this year, and it’s a team that certainly has the talent to pull off an upset and spoil somebody’s season. But there’s not enough there consistently to make them a conference contender. 8. Kansas State I love watching Kansas State just to see which upset they’ll pull off this time. Bill Snyder rarely seems to have much talent
but always seems to give somebody fits. The Wildcats lose a lot, so it might be a tough year in Manhattan. 9. Iowa State The Cyclones didn’t win a single Big 12 game last year and placing them ninth is really based on one thing: you can’t possibly lose to Kansas two years in a row, can you? 10. Kansas Seems like they play all the big dogs at home. Which means any game they have a chance of winning will be in the other team’s stadium. I’ll take the Jayhawks to take the “o-fer” this year.
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UPTOWN cont'd from page 1 will continue through Sept. 13. UP describes the show like this: “[Hedwig is] the story of internationally ignored song stylist, Hedwig Schmidt, a fourth-wall smashing East German rock ‘n’ roll goddess, who also happens to the victim of a botched sex-change operation.” Not that every detail of the story is clear, as told in lyrics, you can get the general sense of Hedwig being a damaged — in the truest sense of the word — artist, whose life’s been permanently altered, but you kind of “get it.” How Igneczi finds enough energy for 100 minutes at that level of intensity and with no intermission is a phenomenon — especially as he covers the stage in five-inch platforms almost non-stop after his unexpected entrance from the back of the theater. Dramatic range doesn’t begin to cover Igneczi’s gift. When he performed the role of the Jets’ gang leader, Riff in Garland Summer Musicals’ “West Side Story” this year, he demonstrated his vocal and dancing prowess. He’s the epitome of a triple threat. Kyle Igneczi as Hedwig gets help with his wig changes from His current role Yitzhak, played by Grace Neeley. couldn’t be less similar, and after seeing his youthful baby face as Riff, he is UP’s production is directed by Jeremy unrecognizable as Hedwig. His character is Dumont with musical direction by Scott loud and rambunctious, although vulnerable Eckert. Making up the outrageous, talented and sympathetic despite his headbanging, biband are Jason Bennett on guitar; Justin zarre makeup and ostentatious wardrobe. Labosco on drums; Rick Norman on bass and Igneczi’s local credits also include Eckert on keyboard and guitar. “Bonnie and Clyde” at WaterTower Theatre, Hedwig uses stand-up comedy gags “Catch Me If You Can” at Uptown and many and quips keeping the mood upbeat. He others. He performed in the national/injabs at McDonald’s “Unhappy Meal,” Dallas ternational tours of “Sesame Street/USO Theater Center’s (original occupant of Kalita Experience for Military Families;” “Curious Humphrey’s) upcoming “That Hee Haw George Live” and “Sesame Street Live” to Musical” and doesn’t spare other Dallas name only a few of his tours. institutions. Grace Neeley, looking like a 2015 homeAs musical director, Eckert does a less person, complete with scruffy beard plays thoughtful job of keeping the music at a bearYitzhak, Hedwig’s husband, a former drag able volume — not too loud to enjoy. Amidst queen and a cowering, devoted backup singer the headbanging rock are a couple of memoand assistant. Yitzhak is as downbeat — as rable ballads, sung by Igneczi, including “The Hedwig is upbeat — in his own way. Neeley’s Origin of Love.” It gives the artist an oppormaking her first appearance at UP but has tunity to demonstrate his range of vocals and been seen at Contemporary Theatre of Dallas, is lovely. Theatre Three and Dallas Children’s Theater Column and Rabin award winner, Suzi among others. Some of her roles have been Cranford, was wardrobe supervisor with Fantine in “Les Misérables;” Linda Lou in Derek Whitener and Victor Brockwell as “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” and costume designers. What this group did with Rizzo in “Grease.” spandex, corsets and gold lame is remarkable. Kalita is an ideal venue for the raucous, Coy Covington is, once again, the King of the over-the-top production. The stage is just right Wig, as his masterpieces are center stage this for a four-piece band, “The Angry Inch,” and time. If you wish they’d get out of the way so two lone characters. Igneczi makes optimal you could see Igneczi’s face, the stringy platiuse of every square inch, with the pun fully num blonde one is as close as you’ll get. intended, while Grace Neeley’s Yitzhak keeps After his intense performance, Igneczi a low profile on stage right, except for a few said, “We’ve all experienced the same emotimes at the microphone, after grabbing co-ex- tions — of love, loss, disappointment and all ecutive producer, Craig Lynch’s notes to finish the others Hedwig feels, making him easy for his welcoming remarks. us to relate to.” The artist added, “This was an A patron commented that he had seen amazing cast to work with.” the original off-Broadway production starring UP’s performance are Thursdays, Fridays Mitchell and felt that Kalita was the wrong and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. venue for the show. He said that the small New through Sept. 13 at Kalita Humphreys Theater York theater was better suited. on 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd.
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Scene Around Town
By Sally Blanton
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Society Editor
End of Summer Bash
Partner’s Card Reception
Belly Dancers and Camels Souk at Trinity Groves
Owner Yeser Khalaf, Lisa Moore, Jim and Cindy Reynolds
Yeser Khalaf, Sally Blanton, Camel Whisperer
City Square
Upcoming “A Night to Remember” Concert Majestic Theater
Co-Chairs Ross and Kara Miller, Cindy and Scott Collier
The Family Place Trina Turk
Boyd and Wendy Messmann, Tiffany and Brandon Hawkins
Belly Dancer
President Nancy Scripps, Trailblazer Luncheon Co-Chair Michaela Dyer
DCT Event
Fancy Nancy Costume Contest Dallas Children’s Theater
Jori Jackson (Bree in Fancy Nancy), Matthew Johnson, Laurel Mora, Adam Roth
Manager Heather Street Baker, Ashlee Weidner
Dallas CASA
“Abused Children Can’t Wait” Campaign Pirch
Greg and Hannah May, Mike and Kathleen LaValle, Jana and Mike Brosin, Event Sponsors
Vice Chair Christie Carter, Campaign Chair Jim Lozier
Richard and Lisa Chamberlain, Jana and Mike Brosin
Nicki Mehew of Trina Turk, Regina Bruce
FITNESS
The good and the bad about cheese By Turner Cavender
saturated fat and cholesterol, making it one of those foods you need to watch if you’re trying to lose weight. Reason 2: Cheese is difficult for many Pizza, pasta, enchipeople to digest, especially if it’s made from ladas … cheese makes cow’s milk and pasteurized. During pasteurizaeverything more delition, the enzymes that help your body digest cious. From cheddar to dairy products are lost. People with an intolerGouda to Gorgonzola, ance to lactose, the sugar found in dairy prodall kinds of cheese are ucts, will have trouble digesting cheese and made from four simple may experience gas, bloating or diarrhea from ingredients — milk, salt, eating too much. a starter culture and renReason 3: Many cheeses are high in sodinet. The way the ingreTurner Cavender um. This salty taste makes dients are combined, the cheese yummy, but too type of ingredients used, much sodium puts one at the other ingredients risk for high blood presadded, and the length of sure, heart disease, kidney time the cheese ages all stones and edema (swelldetermine the taste of ing of body parts). the cheese. The conclusion of You may love the matter. Cheese is a cheese, but is it a food nutritious food offering that’s OK to indulge in, Photos courtesy of goldenagecheese.com several important health or should you watch Cheddar cheeses. benefits, but because of how much you eat? The its high fat and sodium fitness professionals at content, Dallas Fit Body Boot Camp expresses Dallas Fit Body Boot Camp explain the health that it should be eaten in moderation. Adults benefits and the bad side of consuming cheese. need two to three servings of dairy a day and Health benefits. Cheese, like other types cheese is one way to get those servings, just of dairy foods, is a great source of protein, calchoose reduced-fat varieties to save on calories. cium, vitamins and minerals. Your body needs Reduced-fat cheese contains the same amount quality protein and essential amino acids like that found in cheese to build muscle, bone, car- of protein and calcium, but up to 70 fewer calories and almost half the amount of fat and tilage, blood and skin. Protein provides your body with energy and helps you fill up, making cholesterol. When cooking with cheese, use less than lean sources of protein helpful in your quest to the recipe calls for or substitute full-fat cheese lose weight. for a reduced-fat option. You don’t need much The calcium found in cheese is beneficial cheese with strong flavor (sharp cheddar, for bone health. The vitamin B12 in cheese Parmesan, Bleu or Feta) in order to still enjoy helps your body absorb and use the calcium. its taste. When planning a meal that contains People of all ages — but especially children and cheese, the personal trainers at Dallas Fit Body teenagers, need to eat enough calcium to supBoot camp fitness center suggest to pair it with port bone growth and strength. Without adhealthy, low-fat options like vegetables, whole equate amounts of calcium in your diet, you’re grain pasta or beans. at risk for osteoporosis and brittle bones later Popular and sharp. Cheddar is the most in life. Just two ounces of cheese provide alpopular cheese. First made in England, chedmost half of your daily calcium requirements. dar is now manufactured around the world. Besides bone health, calcium is also imMade from cow’s milk, cheddar is naturally portant for strong teeth and a strong jawbone white or pale yellow, but coloring is often to support those teeth. Eating sources of caladded to give it a yellow-orange color. The loncium like cheese along with good dental hyger it matures, the sharper its taste. giene will help ensure your pearly whites stay Turner Cavender, CPT is owner of Dallas Fit healthy. Body Boot Camp and world renown online personThe down side. Eating too much cheese al trainer at Cavendercoaching.com. “Remember isn’t a smart idea for a few reasons. J.A.M.O.D.I., Just a matter of doing it. ” Reason 1: Cheese is high in calories, Turner@dallasfbbc.com
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Redford and Nolte verbally jab in ‘A Walk in the Woods’
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The definition of bromance is a “close, but non-sexual relationship between two men.” Surely, when seeing a movie starring Robert Redford and Nick Nolte, the word bromance should not come to mind. Alas, “A Walk in the Woods” is the very definition of a bromance. It's also a disposable, light-hearted comedy that is best described as “Grumpy Old Men 3: The Hike.” But if you're going to make a movie about two old guys attempting to hike the Appalachian Trail, it's a good idea to get Redford and Nolte to do it. Redford is Bill Bryson, a travel writer that has been all over the world, written scores of books but never once written a word about his home country, the good ole’ USA. After living abroad for several decades, he and his English wife, Catherine (Emma Thompson), now live in New Hampshire and spend their time doing all the things that semi-retired people do, such as attend funerals and discuss maladies. Wanderlust sets in and Bryson, for reasons later discovered, decides that he wants to hike from Georgia to Maine on the Appalachian Trail. Catherine, quickly seeing the lunacy and danger in this, demands that Bryson does not attempt this dangerous trek alone. After being rejected to half court by everyone he knows, Bryson gets a phone call from Stephen Katz (Nolte), who volunteers for this journey after learning about it through the grapevine. Bryson desperately agrees, even though Katz is an overweight recovering alcoholic with
two bum knees. The biggest joy in “A Walk in the Woods” is watching Redford and Nolte verbally jab at each other via passive aggressive insults. The sparring takes place between grunts and wheezes as these two men in their 70s hike, camp, and meet interesting people in truly breathtaking settings. In fact, “A Walk in the Woods” should have “Nature” as the top billed star. While a director with expertise in shooting dialogue may have brought even more out of this Rick Kerb and Bill Holderman script, director Ken Kwapis and cinematographer John Bailey excel at
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the movie may be better served with Nolte as Katz. This is easily the most committed and in tune role for Nolte in years. There’s some art imitating life with Nolte, as he’s a bit of broken man with several problems, but Nolte is comforting, charming and makes it extremely easy to root for him. He is also a world class user of profanity, which he dishes out at all times. It’s no wonder why this book (written by real life Bill Bryson) attracted Redford many years ago. He plays Bryson as a stoic, reserved gentleman, which is perfect as Redford himself is a stoic, reserved gentleman. Unlike other movies
with older people seeking their younger self, he never truly changes. There are moments when Redford lets loose, drops an F-bomb or actually participates in Katz’s zaniness, but he never loses himself or has an epiphany. “A Walk in the Woods” is about two men that lost touch as their lives tore them in different directions due to responsibility and the lack thereof. Sure, there are a few gags that fall flat and set ups that haven’t been funny in approximately 50 years, but there’s just something about seeing Redford and Nolte in top form that makes this an enjoyable 104 minute treat.
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highlighting the striking, untouched beauty that still exists in the United States of America. Like last year’s “Wild”, “A Walk in the Woods” should cause an uptick in the hiking industry. Unlike that dramatic personal journey, this movie chooses friendship as its main theme. It rarely strolls into emotional cheesiness and instead focuses on small moments of humor that sometimes land and sometimes do not. It’s slightly heartbreaking to learn that Redford, who produced this film, had originally intended for this to be a 1990s reunion with Paul Newman. While that would have rated high on the nostalgia meter,
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Robert Redford and Nick Nolte star in "A Walk in the Woods."
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