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Renovated boutique hotels thriving near SMU By David Mullen
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Families will play this weekend at Klyde Warren Park. Klyde Warren Park will celebrate its third anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct. 18. The weekend-long events sponsored by Carnival Cruise Line, includes the annual family festival, movie in the park and Carnival’s Ultimate Cowboys Fan Fest featuring a free concert by country superstar Trace Adkins. Saturday’s family festival begins at 2 p.m., and the movie “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked” starts at 7:45 p.m. Sunday’s Cowboys Fan Fest begins at noon, and the Adkins concert starts at 3 p.m. For the more information, visit KlydeWarrenPark.org. — Kelsey Martens
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Carol Reed roast set “Live from Dallas, It’s Tuesday Night Live!” is the theme for the roast of Carol Reed, one of the city’s most influential political and community-affairs experts. The roast benefits St. Philip’s School and Community Center. Former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk, WFAA sports anchor Dale Hansen and WFAA alum Gloria Campos will share stories about Reed. The evening kicks off Photo courtesy of St. Philip’s School Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Carol Reed. the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Visit St. Philip’s website at stphilips1600.org/donate or call 214-421-5221 ext. 241 to purchase a sponsorship or tickets. — Becky Mayad
Arboretum hosts Family Fun The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden announces the annual Family Fun Weekend on Oct. 23 – 25. Guests can stroll through the nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village and surrounding displays featuring 75,000 pumpPhoto courtesy of Dallas Arboretum kins, gourds and squash. It's costumes and pumpkins time! On Friday from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Family Fun Weekend starts early with a “Wild Kingdom Animal Presentation,” and on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., the Pecan Grove will feature activities where guests can trick-or-treat through the garden with costumed characters. Adults dressed in costumes pay children's admission prices on Saturday and Sunday. — Juliette Coulter In This Issue Of K aty Tr ail Weekly
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Demand for additional hotel, meeting, convention and restaurant space in Dallas has moved outside of the traditional locations of the Stemmons corridor, downtown, Turtle Creek/ Uptown and the LBJ Freeway area. Three hotels near SMU have undergone major renovations and are now competing for the increased demand in the Dallas area. “Originally it was a Radisson for years,” Kerri Kincheloe, director of sales for Magnolia Hotels, said. “I guess back in early 2013 we took ownership of the building, put $10 million into it and took over. Later in 2013, our management company
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A look inside the new bar and lounge at the Magnolia Hotel. (Stout Street Hospitality) took over the management under the Holiday Inn flag. And just in June we changed the name to Magnolia.” Located at 6070 North Central Expressway, the nine -story Magnolia Hotel has
292 business friendly rooms with roll-out desks, free Internet service and modern light fixtures. And investment in the property continues. New lobby and restaurant furniture is being added. New banquet chairs and tables
to accommodate up to 350 for weddings receptions and large corporate meals are on order. Upgrading the outdoor garden is the next priority. “Weekends are often see HOTELS on page 11
THEATER
Infatuation, sarcasm, wit are stationery at WingSpan By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
From 1899 to 1939, Nobel Prizewinning Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw and talented English actress Mrs. Patrick Campbell enjoyed a most unique relationship through pen and ink correspondence. The infatuation began when Shaw was 42 and Campbell was 34. “Dear Liar!” presented by WingSpan Theatre Co. at the Bath House Cultural Center tells their story based on the actual letters. Their stormy, mysterious romance is followed through 40 years of saved, cherished letters full of wit and sarcasm in Jerome Kilty’s 1949 play. The two skilled actors, Lisa Fairchild as Mrs. Patrick Campbell and Alan Pollard as Shaw seem comfortable sharing the stage for two hours, as they alternate reading and writing with an almost dance-like, engaging rhythm.
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Susan Sargeant directs Lisa Fairchild and Alan Pollard as Mrs. Patrick Campbell and George Bernard Shaw in WingSpan Theatre’s “Dear Liar!” at the Bath House Cultural Center.
While reading series of letter after letter might be tedious, that’s not the case with these actors. They make listening as interesting and enjoyable as reading a book. Fairchild has a history with WingSpan’s staged readings, but this is her first full-length production. Her English accent is convincing and consistent. When she teases Shaw about Eliza’s Cockney in her role in his “Pygmalion,” the little hint of that accent also sounds the part. The actress’ recent performance in Echo Theatre’s “Precious Little” was memorable. She has also appeared at WaterTower Theatre, Contemporary Theatre of Dallas and Theatre Three, among other area theaters. A recipient of Dallas/Ft. Worth Critic Forum Award, the actress also appeared in Oliver Stone’s 2008 film, “W.” As Shaw, Alan Pollard certainly looks see WIT on page 11
STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
Hall of State rocks with ‘Big Texas Music’ exhibit By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
As musical style goes, one might assume “Texas Music” refers to country western or “C&W,” but Texas’ music is in the eye and ear of the beholder at the 2015 State Fair of Texas. The Lone Star State’s musical genres are much broader. That’s evident at this year’s Fair, where the Dallas Historical Society (DHS) offers a spectacular “Big Texas Music” exhibit in the Hall of State Building. According to the DHS, “The exhibit features both artists who were born in Texas and those who have lived here and consider themselves natives. Spanning numerous decades, “Big Texas Music” showcases famous
Texas musicians from every genre, celebrating the diverse range of talent hailing from the Lone Star State.” “Big Texas Music” honors well-known Texas artists through memorabilia, audiovisual displays and social interactives, as well as daily live music performances from a wide variety of artists, both inside the Hall of State and on State Fair stages. Mementos of one iconic name in Dallas music are in the exhibit representing the East Dallas rock band, Kenny and the Kasuals (K&K). The band, after its garage genesis, rocked Dallas from 1962 through the late ’60s, took a break, and then regrouped in the late ’70s for a reprisal of its legendary entertainment, which is still treasured by
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1960s, Kenny and the Kasuals is considered a pioneer of the psychedelic era. The Dallas see MUSIC on page 11
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rom corn dogs to chili cookoffs, the Ferris Wheel to games on the midway, pig races to the livestock barn, there is something for everyone at the State Fair of Texas. Since 1886, the Fair has been proudly educating and entertaining families in the heart of Dallas, and this year, for the first time ever, the fun extends to the classroom. The State Fair of Texas has partnered
with Big Thought, a leading non-profit in curriculum development in the Dallas area, to create a community-centered, STEM-focused curriculum for grades four through eight.
“Students sit inside the classroom every day, but learning is everywhere.” “Students sit inside the classroom every day, but learning is everywhere,” says Krissi Oden, curriculum developer for Big Thought. “And the Fair itself is a mecca for learning.” Students will learn the science behind fried food, study Big Tex as a cultural icon, and discuss how producers and consumers work hand-in-hand at the Fair. For each project, all subjects—from
math and science to writing and art—are fully integrated. Lessons take place before, during, and after a class’s visit to the Fair. If the project is to design a midway, for example, the first component will discuss the history of carnival midways and how designers think about noise, light The State Fair of Texas has partnered with Big Thought, and people when creating these a leading non-profit in curriculum development in the environments. While at the Fair, Dallas area, to create a community-centered, STEMfocused curriculum for grades four through eight. students will sketch what they see, record the sounds they hear and most delicious funnel cake, but they will jot down ideas for their own projects. also be wondering how it is made, how And once back in the classroom, a group of it is sold, who designed the booth and students will work together to design and signage—and that’s an education they can build their own midway, incorporating what take anywhere. they learned on site. “The Fair has fun and food and excitement and noise that we all enjoy without really thinking about how it works, how it was made, what the thought process behind it was,” says Oden. Now, kids will not only be eating the
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‘Tis the season for pneumonia By Dr. Kimberly Washington
the diagnosis. The doctor is looking for areas of the lung which look consolidated (or white Pneumonia, like on X-ray, as a normal influenza, is mostly lung looks black). He or a seasonal infection she may also check blood of the lungs. The mawork — particularly jority of pneumonia looking at your white diagnoses occur in the blood cell count, which months of November is a marker of infection. to March. The word Not every patient pneumonia has its with pneumonia requires Dr. Washington hospitalization. If you origin in Latin and Greek. The Greek come into your docword for lung is pleumon while the tors’ office, and you are otherwise Latin word for lung is pulmo — stable and functioning, he or she will where we obtain the word pulmonlikely send you home with antibiotologist (a lung specialist). According ics by mouth with a plan to return to the Centers for Disease Control in about a week. This usually works (CDC), about 1 million people are well, and the pneumonia resolves. In hospitalized with pneumonia each some cases, however, the patient may year and about 500,000 of these present with a high heart rate or low people die of the disease. blood pressure, or even with nausea The most common symptoms and vomiting. In these cases, hosof pneumonia are cough (usually pitalization is required and intraveproductive of mucus), fever, chills, nous antibiotics are administered. chest wall pain and fatigue. In inThere are ways to lower the risk fants, the signs may be less obvious, of contracting pneumonia. The most but include low energy or no energy, effective way is obtaining appropripoor feeding, grunting and fever. If ate vaccinations. The most common you or a family member experience type of fatal pneumonia is caused by these symptoms, it is important to pneumococcal bacteria. This is why seek medical attention immediately. older patients are encouraged to get Pneumonia is an infection like all the Pneumovax vaccine on a regular others, where the earlier the diagschedule. There are several vaccines nosis and treatment is initiated, the that help to protect against the most better the outcome. common organisms that cause pneuAt your doctors’ office, you will monia. If you are more than 65 years be asked many questions, includof age, ask your doctor! ing some about any recent contact Dr. Kimberly Washington, with sick people. Your doctor will a general surgeon at Highlander listen to your lungs as part of the Surgical Associates in Arlington, physical examination. Additionally, maintains an interest in health edua chest X-ray is obtained to confirm cation and advocacy. washington.k@att.net
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does that put a slew of announcers calling games of teams that they are unfamiliar with, it prohibits local broadcast teams from televising Lights! Camera! Action! Stop the home team. Why not use PBS, and go! I scratch my head at some as well? I’d love to see Charlie Rose decisions that are made in this city and Oscar the Grouch together in sometimes. I am all for having an the broadcast booth with Wishbone effective Dallas Film Commission. the field correspondent … Playboy But closing the Dallas West End last is taking naked photos out of their week to film “11/22/63,” on the cusp magazine. Isn’t that of Texas/Oklahoma like taking the recipes weekend and with the out of a cookbook? … State Fair of Texas in Aerosmith wants Donald full swing, made little Trump to stop using sense. I heard the hortheir song “Dream On” ror stories from people at his campaign rallies. trying to get in and out Trump should consider of the Central Business using the soundtrack District. It took one from the Broadway mubusiness owner one and David Mullen sical “Hair” … From the a quarter hours to get “you can’t make this up from downtown to Oak department” comes word that the city Lawn at lunch time. Plus this is a of Carrollton’s water tank is up for time period when many downtown the 2015 “Tank of the Year.” Voting is merchants and restaurants depend sponsored by a coatings manufacturer upon increased business because of held at tankoftheyear.tnemec.com. the Red River Showdown. Then, this And I thought that the “Tank of the week they close more streets around Year” was by the 2015 University of downtown and the old Reunion Southern California football team … arena site for the filming of a USA Network series “Queen of the South.” Recently met Chef Olivella Salvatore of Olivella’s in Victory Park. He is More people will be inconvenienced passionate about his food and espethis week than those that will evencially his brick oven pizza. Olivella’s tually watch the show. And the film is changing its menu to offer more commission is paying the production company $150,000 for the rights unique fare than just pizza. He served burrata salad, vegetable piadina, to film downtown! … Another risotto cake, his signature pizzas and head-scratcher is how Major League Baseball televises their baseball play- a family dessert called “chocolate off games. Networks like ESPN, TBS, salami.” This is a viable restaurant to TNT, FOX, FOX1 and MLB Network consider for lunch or when attending a Mavericks or Stars game, as all get a crack at televising chamlong as they are not filming a movie pionship games, including those of or TV series downtown … Through the local Texas Rangers. Not only david@katytrailweekly.com
the end of the month, researchers from Texas A&M University at Galveston are tagging large sharks in the Gulf of Mexico to learn more about their movement patterns and feeding habits. I wonder how many of the researchers are named “Lefty?” The team expects to tag more than 20 scalloped hammerhead, tiger and shortfin sharks in the gulf but would like to get as large a sample base as possible, perhaps as many as 50. I hope they don’t need to get a bigger boat … Current and former (count me as one) Volkswagen owners were stunned to hear that the company had been duping the government with rigged emissions control devices in its diesel vehicles. Their consumer loyalty rating plummeted, and it has been a PR disaster. But here is something that I had never heard of but seems valuable. The AirCheckTexas “Drive a Clean Machine” program has begun accepting applications for replacement vouchers for older vehicles or those that do not meet clean air standards. Administered locally by the North Central Texas Council of Governments, AirCheckTexas provides qualifying motorists vouchers worth up to $3,000 toward vehicle replacement ($3,500 for hybrids and some other fuel-efficient models) or repair vouchers of up to $600. A family of four earning $72,750 or less per year may receive assistance. A full list of requirements is available at NCTCOG.org/airchecktexas. More than 31,000 vehicles have been replaced since the program began, including, I assume, VWs … Loved or hated as James Bond, Roger Moore turned 88 on Wednesday.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Building on other’s strengths while bicycling on the Katy Trail
ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
Shin magical in the way she displays work By Naima Montacer @naimajeannette
The Trammell & Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art, located in downtown Dallas, is currently exhibiting the work of Jean Shin, a Brooklyn-based artist known for reviving discarded objects into beautiful works of art. The free museum is a small treasure I only recently visited but now highly recommend. The top floor is dedicated to the “Inclusion” exhibition — Shin’s creative artwork that inspires people to look at waste in a new way. Naima Montacer From a distance stands an attractive metallic tree sculpture lit by a strong light creating an intricate shadow on the wall behind it. As you move closer to the tree, the details become apparent, and you realize each branch and in fact the entire tree is made from silverware — spoons, forks and knives. A video plays across from the tree, highlighting one of Shin’s community installations done in New York, bringing life back to ratty umbrella fabric by turning them into a large hanging canopy structure. Next to the video lies a section of what looks like comfortable trendy flooring, but upon closer examination is hundreds of chopsticks placed together like a puzzle. Outside in the Crow Collection’s Sculpture Garden, Shin has installed another thought-provoking art piece, this time made from shards of celadon pottery. “I know that this is broken, and I know that this is trash but look how beautiful it is,” Shin said as she describes first seeing a piece of the pottery in an online video for the Crow Collection. Shin has shaped the celadon shards with their crackling, aquaish glaze into outdoor, enormous, traditional pottery-shaped pieces. The broken shards that surround the installation remind you of the trash the artwork originated from. see SHIN on page 6 OUR MISSION Katy Trail Weekly is a community-friendly newspaper designed to inform and entertain the people in many diverse demographics who live and/or work in these neighborhoods. Much like the Katy Trail itself, Katy Trail Weekly is designed to help bring together the neighborhoods of Downtown, Uptown, Cedar Springs/Oak Lawn, the Design District, the Medical District and the Park Cities, as well as others. The newspaper is placed in local businesses, and other locations, for free pick-up by their patrons. We support this publication by providing ad space to local businesses who want an effective and affordable way to reach the Katy Trail area readers we attract and serve. We welcome participation in the paper through story and picture submissions, and we hope that you will join us in making this paper the best it can be. Co-founders Nancy Black Rex Cumming David Mullen Andy Simpson Publisher
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My name is Dr. Joy Moore Duncan, and I am a retired school counselor from Hillcrest High in DISD. Recently, I was fortunate enough to be selected to be one of six sustainers of the Junior League of Dallas to participate in the 2015-16 T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute for Women. The women of this group had a retreat recently, and the speaker used an object lesson to teach us a powerful concept. We were told to write a phase repeatedly with our non-dominant hand, while being timed. This was used as an analogy of what research shows it is like if we focus on other’s weaknesses to move a situation forward. Instead, if we build on other’s strengths instead of focusing on their weaknesses, it is like writing normally with our dominant hand — easier, more effective, natural and less time consuming to move a situation forward. Realizing if we don’t apply what is learned through this as leaders on a daily basis, it can be great knowledge we learn to assimilate and apply or just be something heard and not used. So, I have sought to see how the concept of positively building on other’s strengths can play out through a sociological experiment I’ve tried while bicycling on the Katy Trail. I bicycle through my neighborhood, the SMU campus and down the Katy Trail to the American Airlines Center and back early in the mornings four times a week. There is a pedestrian lane for walkers/joggers on the Katy Trail (even dogs can be seen walking their humans there, too) and a separate lane over to the side for those of us who bike. But, there are times when the trail narrows to one lane so both bicyclers and walkers/joggers have to share the same trail. I have bicycled for years on the Katy Trail, and it has frustrated me because every time I do, there seem to be walkers/ joggers that take more of their share of the lane or get in the way of bikers. You are supposed to say in a loud voice: “ON YOUR LEFT” when passing, but this has seemed rude to me, so I have a loud bell attached to my handle bars that I ring when I’m passing them to their left. I’ve noticed for years now that whenever I’ve rung my bell or said, “ON YOUR LEFT,” the people I pass move over grudgingly and often look over their left shoulders to frown or glare at me. So, for weeks now, I’ve tried an experiment to build on other’s positive strengths. Instead of ringing my shrill bell on my handlebars or saying, “ON YOUR LEFT,” I’ve said, “Good morning.” In the economy of effort, this takes the same amount of time and has the same number of syllables to say. Also the implication is the same. They hear and know someone is approaching and
passing on their left. But, something interesting and different has happened. Instead of seemingly “HAVING” to be made to move over grudgingly, they have seemed to move over with a more cooperating stance of body language and even more quickly. Also, often they have looked over their left shoulder at me when I’ve said good morning while I pass and they smile and/or say good morning back. What a rush of excitement and joy instead of frustration! So recently I stepped up my game and in addition to verbally saying “Good morning,” I have tried something nonverbal. I started lifting my four fingers up off of my hand while still gripping that hand’s space on my handlebars with my thumb and other hand in a “hi/hello” gesture to those who were approaching me. Again, often people coming toward you on the trail don’t give eye contact, or if they make eye contact, they simply look away or down. But, since doing my “hi/ hello” gesture, many have smiled, waved back and/or said hello. Because I am a counselor, I’ve had training in “body language.” (Did you know that the overwhelming majority of what you communicate is through body language? But that’s another subject …) Many of the folks I’ve seen on the Katy Trail seem preoccupied, in deep thought, sad, frustrated or in pain. Yet after the “hi/hello” gesture, many of their expressions seemed to brighten, and they have smiled when spoken positively to or when given a hello gesture. Sometimes I will add, “Looking good!” for those who seem to be struggling in their exercise. There seems to have been a “lift” in most everyone’s demeanor, step and body language. One such lady even hollered after me as I passed her, “Have a great and wonderful day!” WOW!! I have smiled all the way home these past few weeks instead of being frustrated and muttering to myself while thinking about almost hitting someone who was walking/jogging with my bicycle. This has become so much more fun and often is the best part of my day. Also, I contend that being positive and building on other’s strengths can be contagious. I have high hopes that my small positive gestures utilized on the Katy Trail have “made someone else’s day” and so in return these folks will do the same with the people they encounter on a daily basis. Maybe saying “Good morning” or gesturing “Hi/hello” can become a tradition of most of us who frequent the Katy Trail. Who knows what can happen positively from there? — Dr. Joy Moore Duncan
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Picking a winner near impossible By David Mullen
1-4 Baltimore Ravens let Cleveland Browns quarterback Josh McCown throw “It’s a long way to the for 457 yards. Yes, that Josh top if you want to play McCown. And the Miami football.” Dolphins dispatched head With apologies to AC/ coach Joe Philbin after four DC, this has started out to games. be the strangest National The Philadelphia Eagles Football League season ever. are 2-3 because of (or deLast Sunday, three spite) DeMarco Murray’s games finished in overtime, slow start. The 49ers are in and many more were a daze reminiscent of not determined until the Haight-Ashbury the closing seconds. in the ’60s. And Colin And there appears to be Kaepernick seems no dominant team. In to have lost his way. some divisions, it could The Detroit Lions are be the first one with a a woeful 0-5. New 9-7 record that will win Orleans Saints are the division. hardly blessed this An indication of season and are rumhow odd the season has bling that head coach been thus far can easSean Payton is not ily be seen in an online long for the “Big Easy.” survivor poll of people And everyone’s Super around the country in Bowl pick — the Seattle which I participate. Each Seahawks — have lost player must choose a four straight AFC road winning team for the games and suddenly week. No point spreads look human. are included, just simply There have been pick a winner. The team countless controversial cannot be used again calls, including in the during the season, but back-to-back Monday Photo courtesy of NFL night games. Two unlike “knockout” pools, Matt Ryan has lead Atlanta to their best start in franchise history. you can play the entire weeks ago, the Lions season. were denied an opporOf the 108 players startThe Atlanta Falcons affects the quality of play. tunity to score when a back ing the season in the pool, have played well offensively, Many teams and players of the end zone fumble at only three are 5-0. There are but Sunday mornings are are simply underachieving the one was ruled a touchmore teams in the NFL unalways waiting for the inat the start. Coach Rex Ryan back. Last Monday, the defeated than in my survivor jury report on superstar of the Buffalo Bills thought clock never stopped runpool. And note that in game Julio Jones. Despite being he would have offensive ning in San Diego, and the three, those perfect players 5-0, people can’t forget that firepower in LeSean McCoy, Steelers scored on the last took the Indianapolis Colts the Cincinnati Bengals and Percy Harvin and Tyrod play. I lost that game in the who won in overtime after TCU alum Andy Dalton have Taylor. But the Bills have survivor pool, making my Jacksonville Jaguars kicker never won a playoff game. seen more yellow flags than record 3-2. Jason Myers missed a gameNo one seems to take the a Tony Orlando and Dawn Expect more injuwinning field goal in the Carolina Panthers seriously, song. The Houston Texans ries, more bad calls and final seconds. And then in despite a tough defense. And went into the season with more coaching changes. week four, those players took even with a tough defense, Brian Hoyer as QB. After one The only thing that can be the New York Giants who fans like to point out the 5-0 game, it was Ryan Mallett. counted on this season is stunned the San Francisco Denver Broncos’ anemic Now it is Hoyer again. that it’s a long way to the 49ers with a miraculous offense led by aging Peyton Houston should try J.J. Watt. top. Especially in a survivor touchdown catch by tight end Manning. He can do everything. The pool.
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Larry Donnell with 21 seconds left in the game. One of those two things don’t happen in consecutive weeks, it’s 0-108 with 11 games left. After five weeks, there are a record six undefeated teams, yet none of them — with the possible exception of the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers — could be called “undefeated worthy.”
A number of high profile players like the Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo and Dez Bryant, Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles, Pittsburgh Steelers Ben Roethlisberger, Seattle Seahawks Marshawn Lynch, Colts Andrew Luck and Packers Jordy Nelson have missed all or significant parts of the season. That obviously
Lifestyle trumps every fad diet By Turner Cavender
spare hour watching TV or jogging? These decisions can seem tiny in the moment — none of Are you sick of miracle diets them are going to instantly make and dangerous juice cleanses? or break your health — but they Good. We are too. We like add up. The right lifestyle is one seeing real, longthat steers you to allasting fitness results. ways take the healthy We’re going to exoption. You want that plain to you why diet lifestyle, and you’re fads fail and good going to get it by lifestyles win every changing your habits. time. Reason #3: Your Reason #1: environment shapes Quick fixes lead to your habits. When quick failures. Here’s you think about the problem with the Turner Cavender changing habits, the diet mindset: it’s too first word to pop into short term. How long your head is probdoes a diet last? A few months? ably willpower. Sure, willpower A year maybe? Most diet prois important, but here’s another grams are somewhere in that word you should think about: range on paper and even shorter environment. in practice. Now, how long did it Our environment has a huge take you to become overweight? impact on our behavior, so start Odds are, that took years. by looking for all the little ways Statistically, the bad habits that your environment affects you. brought you here probably start- What sort of food is in the kitched when you were only a kid. en? Where do you store your So why should the problem workout clothes? How do your go away with only a temporary friends behave? You’ll find that fix? all these things influence you Don’t get us wrong; you can one way or another. lose the weight quickly, espeSo make the most of the cially with the expert guidance good influences and get rid of of Fit Body Boot Camp. But the bad ones. losing the weight is only the first Junk food in the kitchen? step. Diets are designed to keep Hide it. Gym shorts hidden in you losing the weight, regaining the back of your closet? Lay the weight, and coming back for them right at the foot of your more. Cavendercoachinf.com/Fit bed. Friends sitting around bingBody Boot Camp wants you to ing on Netflix? Dare them to stay happy and healthy 24/7. keep pace with your killer boot Reason #2: Lifestyles crecamp results. ate results. You don’t just want These are just a few ideas, to lose weight; you want to stay but if you think about it you’ll in shape. You don’t just want a come up with all kinds of useful flat stomach; you want full body tweaks to better your lifestyle. strength. You don’t just want to look good; you want to feel Turner Cavender, CPT good. All those things you want? is owner of Dallas Fit Body Those come from your lifestyle. Boot Camp and world reEvery day, you create yournown online personal trainer self through your decisions. Do at Cavendercoaching.com. you snack on potato chips or “Remember J.A.M.O.D.I., Just a baby carrots? Do you spend that matter of doing it.” Turner@dallasfbbc.com
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Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. Oct. 16
2001 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-242-5100
Nasher Sculpture Center – ‘til Midnight at the Nasher. The Salim Nourallah BoomboxExperiment – Salim Nourallah, singer and songwriter, was named one of Dallas’ 100 Creatives in 2014. In the time-honored tradition of husband and wife duos,providing the creative core and identity of a band, Burette and Gabrielle Douglas bring asound and musical vision all their own to The Cush. 6 p.m. FREE!
Oct. 17
1500 Tenison Parkway Dallas, 75223
Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre – Long City Limits Music Festival benefits the J.L Long Middle School Band and The Shropshire Foundation. Join us for a day of music and food featuring Those Guys TX, Bullets to the Moon, The Gets, Blanchard and Fontaine Duo, Dangeroo and The Stilts. 1 p.m. $5-$10.
Oct. 18
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-671-1450
Dallas City Performance Hall – The 2015-16 season opens with chamber chorus masterworks by J.S. Bach, Giovanni Gabrieli, William Byrd and Felix Mendelssohn, and modern masters: Dominick Argento and Daniel Elder. The music of such masters transforms us before we know what is happening, what Mendelssohn described as "the art of concealing art." Pianist Eduardo Rojas joins us for this evening of great choral art. 7 p.m. $5-$40.
Oct. 20
2010 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-979-6430
Crow Collection of Asian Art – Mindfulness Matters: Beyond the Hype with Susan Bauer-Wu. Author of Leaves Falling Gently: Living Fully with Serious and Life-Limiting Illness through Mindfulness, Compassion, and Connectedness, Susan Bauer-Wu is a professor in Contemplative End-of-Life Care and the director of the Compassionate Care Initiative at the University of Virginia, School of Nursing. 6 p.m. $25.
Oct. 21
6101 Bishop Blvd. Dallas, 75205 214-768-2000
SMU Owen Arts Center – Associate Professor of Composition Theory Kevin Hanlon and special guests present “Certainty: An evening of music featuring improvisation and indeterminacy.” Improvisation has been significant throughout Hanlon’s musical life. This concert features compositions that apply improvisation to varying degrees, in some cases altering the essential form of the work. Held in Caruth Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. FREE!
Oct. 23
2201 N. Field St. Dallas, 75201 214-428-5555
Perot Museum of Nature and Science – A perfect date night or fun evening with friends. Discover the Perot Museum after hours, for a unique adults-only event filled with innovative experiments, current research, signature cocktails, dynamic performances, engaging discussions, amazing inventions and intriguing interactions. 7 p.m. $13-$18.
Oct. 24
500 Marilla St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-4678
City Hall Plaza – Dallas Park and Recreation presents Boo-Vie Bash! Enjoy a delightful evening of magic, music, games and entertainment along with a variety of appetizing choices from Dallas’ most popular food trucks. Visit the pumpkin patch and decorating station and have fun with bubble soccer, laser tag, crafts and inflatable activities. Everyone come in your costume for a chance to win prizes! This year’s feature is "Strange Magic." 4 to 9 p.m. FREE! Fri 10/16
Picture of the Week
Noah Webster, b. 1758 Wm. O. Douglas, b. 1898 Linda Darnell, b. 1921 Angela Lansbury, b. 1925 Tim Robbins, b. 1958 1846 – The painkiller, ether, used for 1st time.
Friends of the Katy Trail is setting out to raise $150,000 in October. Go to katytraildallas.org. Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here!
Sat 10/17
Arthur Miller, b. 1915 Alan Jackson, b. 1958 Mike Judge, b. 1962 Ziggy Marley, b. 1968 Eminem, b. 1972 1888 – 1st issue of “National Geographic” on newsstands.
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Sun 10/18
Chuck Berry, b. 1926 George C. Scott, b. 1927 Martina Navratilova, b. 1956 Wynton Marsalis, b. 1961 1867 – U.S. formally got Alaska from Russia. Price: $7 million (2 cents per acre.)
Mon 10/19
Jack Anderson, b. 1922 John Lithgow, b. 1945 Jennifer Holliday, b. 1960 Amy Carter, b. 1967 Trey Parker, b. 1969 1781- British (Cornwallis) surrendered to U.S. (Washington) at Yorktown.
Tue 10/20
Charles Ives, b. 1874 Art Buchwald, b. 1925 Mickey Mantle, b. 1931 Viggo Mortensen, b. 1958 Snoop Dogg, b. 1971 1993 – Highest scoring World series game: Blue Jays 15, Phillies 14 – in 4 hrs. 14 mins.
Wed 10/21
Alfred Nobel, b. 1833 Dizzie Gillespie, b. 1917 Malcolm Arnold, b. 1921 Carrie Fisher, b. 1956 Will Estes, b. 1978 1879 – Thomas Edison invented the electric light: it lasted 13 1/2 hours before burning out.
Thu 10/22
Curly Howard, b. 1903 Doris Lessing, b. 1919 Annette Funicello, b. 1942 Deepak Chopra, b. 1946 Jonathan Lipnicki, b. 1990 1836 – Sam Houston inaugurated as 1st elected president of Texas.
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READERS 2 LEADERS
Developing and improving the reading skills of children in West Dallas so they are better prepared for school and life.
By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will feature a charity that is doing remarkable work in Dallas, a city known for philanthropy and generosity.
QW hat is your mission or highest purpose?
A R eaders 2 Leaders’ mission is to develop and grow the read-
ing skills of children in West Dallas ages three to 10 so that they succeed in school, graduate and leave school prepared to live productive lives. We serve children in West Dallas through high-quality reading programming and tutoring. This includes our Team Read program, which will serve six sites this year, as well as a quarterly Saturday story time program and parent education workshops. R2L partners with five DISD schools in West Dallas. We also run an after-school reading program at our facility in West Dallas, as well as summer reading camps for children.
Q How many children are served each year?
A The Team Read tutoring program will serve 240 children
during the school year and 160 children in high-quality summer camps. More than 600 children and parents attended a Saturday story time program or parent education workshop last year.
QW hat percentage actually reaches those in need?
A S eventy-eight percent of Readers 2 Leaders' budget directly goes toward programming costs.
QW hat are your critical needs now, besides money donations?
e are always looking for volunteers to actively support our AW
programs. All children in the Team Read program work oneon-one with a volunteer “reading buddy” in our in-school and after-school programs. We have tutoring appointments between 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Most volunteers commit to working with a child once a week for a semester. Volunteers do not need to have educational experience -- we provide training to maximize their volunteer experience. In addition to volunteers, we accept donations of gently used children's books. Our greatest need is for early readers and books targeted to children third grade and under.
QW hat upcoming fundraisers are on the
calendar? Readers 2 Leaders holds an annual spring fundraiser each April. To learn more and receive an invitation, we invite those
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interested to sign up for our mailing list by visiting readers2leaders.org.
QW hat is your facility like?
A Readers 2 Leaders' facility, Booktown, is located in the only
major shopping center in West Dallas. Booktown is more than 6,000 square feet and includes more than 5,000 books, a computer lab and tutoring rooms. We welcome visitors to come and visit Booktown to learn more about our programs!
QW hat sort of volunteer jobs are available?
A In addition to reading buddies, we engage corporations to
“sponsor” a Saturday story time program and send volunteers to assist with the event. To learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities, please email us at info@readers2leaders.org.
Q T ell us the name of a volunteer who always goes beyond the
call of duty? Susie Ashbaugh has been actively volunteering with us for more than four years (she even helped paint the walls at Booktown!). Susie runs all of our parent education programs on a volunteer basis. She is a wonderful advocate for West Dallas parents and believes that early literacy is the key to a child's educational success!
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QW hat do you think is the most important thing you do for
the community? We provide a high-quality program to children who are in need of literacy development at a critical place in their lives. Studies show that a poor reader in first grade is likely to be a poor reader in fourth grade and beyond. This can negatively affect critical student outcomes such as high school graduation and college readiness. Children in the Team Read program showed a 163 percent gain in reading skills last year. Meanwhile, the average low-income student usually loses ground in reading during the course of a school year. We know that early literacy intervention works!
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QW hat is difficult about your job?
e would love to serve more students, as there is a high deAW
mand in the community for high-quality tutoring in West Dallas. We have more than 90 students on a waiting list for our after-school program. Every parent wants the best for their children and parents from West Dallas are no exception Norma Nelson, director of programs, answered our questions this week.
The idea of “Inclusion” is to challenge the thought of what we preserve and care for, and what we choose to toss away. “I see that someone else doesn’t want this, and I’m like yes, but could there be use; could there be a way to recontextualize it’s needs and create a second life?” Shin said on a video interview for the Crow. Shin makes you see the art and then makes you question the waste — why did we throw that away in the first place? Art is inspiring in many ways but work like Shin’s is inspiring people to take care in what we make, what we use and what we throw away. Although Shin may not promote herself as an environmental artist her work is advancing thoughts just as several other environmental artists are, such as Chris Jordan, who uses trash to create beautiful murals and elaborate pictures you would never know until close examination, are made of tiny rubbish. Or Henrique Oliveira, who uses weathered wood in the place of brushstrokes to create large scale installations that from a distance almost look like a painting. Art is as much about the story as it is about the piece in front of you. Shin’s current installation at the Crow Collection is a little bit of contrast in not only respecting the value of pristine museum pieces found throughout the Crow Collection, but also finding value in the often discarded and excluded fragments and waste. In the right light, the unwanted trash is back in the spotlight. Let the artwork inspire you to reconsider the trash in your home and office. How can your old magazines be creatively used in a way you haven’t thought of, what will you do with old clothes, broken plates or the bucket of wine corks? Jean Shin’s exhibition entitled “Inclusion” is on display until Jan. 3, 2016. The Trammell & Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art is open Tuesday through Sunday at 2010 Flora St. in downtown Dallas. Admission is free (donations welcome). Naima Montacer is a freelance writer and conservationist. View more at her website EnviroAdventures.com.
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YAPPY TALK
Recently multiple blogs and opinions from concerned citizens hit social media recommending that Dallas should ban pit bull dogs. Based upon several recent aggressive dog situations, Mary Spencer some people expressed their feelings that pit bulls are more dangerous than other breeds and should be banned from ownership in Dallas. Quickly, the city issued a formal statement informing citizens this would not happen. After all, how many mixed-breed mutts (the best breed of dog ever!) often have small-to-large percentages of pit bull in their DNA, even including one supposedly pure-bred standard poodle, which I rescued, without a mean or aggressive bone in his body. Therefore, it is definitely hard to tell a book by its cover. Some pit bulls bear little resemblance to the breed, while others, with no pit DNA, exhibit distinctive characteristics of the breed. Evidence has proven that pit bulls are no more vicious than many other breeds, including some of the most innocent-appearing species in the canine world, with unpredictable personalities, often biting
at a moment’s notice. My column today highlights these misconceptions about the breed and features one very special pit bull, who, just last August, was found wandering the streets of South Dallas, barely alive, but demonstrating a spirit which caused a good Samaritan to open his mind towards the breed and open his heart for this pathetic creature. The dog was picked up by Dallas Animal Services (DAS), covered in bites, injuries and in extreme trauma too graphic and violent to describe here, a dog who was near death, causing animal control officers to believe he had little chance for recovery. The highly trained officers approached the dog with caution, careful to watch for any aggression, even though his condition had left him barely able to walk, much less attack. Quickly, the animal control officers noticed the dog’s non-aggressive manner and his large compelling eyes pleading for help. Merely from that first touch of the officer’s hand, there was a slight thump of a tail and a paw which carefully reached out — happy to be touched by a caring person, and not another brutal beast. The dog was taken to DAS, where his future was undetermined — and frankly, quite bleak. So many other dogs in far less severe condition needed the shelter’s resources, and the other shelters and rescue groups were full (especially for a pit bull in this horrific condition). From a practical standpoint, who would
Photos courtesy of Mary Spencer
Scout, the rescue pit bull. step up to help an unknown homeless pit bull in need of so much medical care and costly treatment? Miracles happen in mysterious ways, and as fate would have it, a good Samaritan just happened to be at DAS when the poor dog was brought in. What possessed a kind young man to step up and offer help for this particular dog so that he might have a second (or third or fourth) chance at life, was truly a miracle. However, according to the gentleman, it was the right thing to do. The dog was named “Scout,” and checked out to be approximately four years old, meaning that for four years, Scout had endured pain and suffering.
YOUR STARS THIS WEEK By Stella Wilder
The coming week will see a great many people get worked up over issues that are peripheral at best, and quite remote in most cases. This is a sign, then, that "peripheral" and "remote" are merely perceptions, and further that they are perceptions that are often incorrect. It is also a sign that much is not as it seems; that everyone has something to react to that is more important than he or she supposes; and that dealing with these issues may well be paramount. Indeed, that which is hidden — intentionally or unintentionally — is likely to rise to the surface, demanding attention and putting many in a position that requires increased self-assessment and honesty. Some may have the odd sense that they are "nowhere," drifting with a current that is neither seen nor understood, devoid of motivation or intent. The truth is that this is a period of transition — the calm before the storm that should not be ignored. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) You may have good reason to manipulate the clock at various times, but know that you'll be inviting danger by doing so. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) – Your ability to see the future may fail you at some point, making you vulnerable to a rival's new threat.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) You're more interested in quality than quantity, and if you put your mind to it, you can accomplish something of great import. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) – You may want to invite another to join in the hunt, but take care that you aren't actually making yourself the prey! SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) Someone close to you may change the progress of the week by letting you in on a little secret at a pivotal moment. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) – You're not likely to recognize what is happening until it is almost concluded, but you'll have plenty of time to be affected by it. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) You'll spend a great deal of time looking for a way out, when in fact, you'll be getting further in with each passing day. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) – You're eager to be more involved, even while certain familiar fears are keeping you from committing wholeheartedly. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) You're nearing the halfway mark of an important endeavor. Take the time to assure yourself that it's all for the right reasons. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) – You may have to convince yourself of something that you're
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OFF THE MARK
Pit bull ban in Dallas barking up wrong tree By Mary Spencer mary@petopia4paws.com
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see PIT BULL on page 10 Copyright 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. unusual luck. (June 7-June 20) – Tensions may rise as you deal with a situation that is growing exponentially. Not even the experts have the answers. CANCER (June 21-July 7) Once you tell others what's on your mind, you will have trouble keeping them from becoming involved. Be sure you want the company! (July 8-July 22) – What appears to be nonthreatening may actually prove quite dangerous — if not to you, then to someone close to you. LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) Take precautions and do not expose yourself to dangers you can foresee. Environmental influences may be felt in unusual ways. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) – It's a good week to review your current policies to be sure that everyone in your care is being looked after appropriately. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) You may have to spend some time catching up with distant events that are soon going to begin affecting you -- if only indirectly. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) – There's only one way to approach a current situation: Either you did something wrong, or you didn't. Which is it?
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By Candy Evans
“Not bad for a guy who came to Dallas with a nice watch, $167 in my pocket, and a good eduPhotos courtesy of Watermark Real Estate Group It’s been another killer week cation,” Dave said. The house at 3233 Dothan Lane in northwest Dallas is listed for $294,900. See page one for front of renovated house. in Dallas real estate. Last week, I Not bad for a luxustarted one morning with the Dave ry real estate it stand out. It has many feel. The second bathroom got a Perry-Miller (DPM) gang brand that similarities to a new-build, similar makeover with new glass tile at the Dallas Country started with but with the benefits of in the bathtub/shower, a new vanity Club where all they talked 22 agents being in an established with granite countertop and a new about was BILLIONS. As eight years neighborhood. window. The backyard is improved in the BILLIONS of real ago! Like a completely new with a new fence, new driveway and estate they have sold in After kitchen is the highlight of an extended paver patio. The grass — one year, like $2-somea breakfast the heartbeat of the home or lack of it — looks a little bare, and thing BILLION. (I guess meeting, I — check out the BEFORE those pretty irises are gone, too. But when you are at the DCC, was off to photos on our site to see then, so is the looking-worse-forthe “b’s” just roll off your Candace Evans the shores how closed off and dated the-wear pergola. The big shade trees tongue more sweetly.) of Lake it used to be. Now it faces stayed (phew!), and there’s enough DPM is rocking it as Grapevine to video a out to the living area, and room back there to add a swimming number one in Preston Hollow, striking new luxury has a large island and pool. It is a blank slate waiting for Lakewood and Uptown. The firm high-rise condo going breakfast bar. All counters personalization. closed 254 houses this year that were in on the shores of Lake are now granite, and new The list price of $294,900, or priced more than $1 million, just shy Grapevine! stainless steel appliances $181 per square foot, is on the high of $500 million in sales. They sold In Dallas, we’ve got include a gas range and end for the area but not by much, 60 houses for more than $2 million you covered, from $14 refrigerator. There’s a preand the upgrades to this house each, and 19 houses for more than $3 million to our Tuesday wired “nook” below the are substantial. Nine neighbormillion each. $200,000’s, which sink to the left, for a microhood comps range from $167,222 And lest you think it’s hard to we offer every single wave, perhaps. to $327,531 (median sale price: move the “uber-megas” priced at Tuesday! This week we A nearby separate $265,000) and $90 to $189 per $10 million and over, well, it is, but! featured a renovation so utility room has built-in square foot (median sale price: $137 Dave Perry-Miller moved a number amazing I might concabinets, room for a freezer per square foot). of those, including Justin Leonard’s sider these contractors and hookups for an electric This renovation certainly enhouse in Highland Park (the most for plastic surgery! It’s or gas dryer and washing hanced the property by leaps and expensive sale in the Park Cities a home in Northwest machine. bounds — there’s almost no comparto date, at $13,600,000 or $973 per Dallas that went from The new windows and ing the before and after. It fell short square foot) and brought the buyer cluttered and cramped hardwood floors in the in a few ways, like not staging the for Troy Aikman’s house. Boy do HARD! to contemporary and classy in a submaster and second bedrooms open house for sale and leaving the backthose DPM agents have mega-bucks And she’s a 3-2 with 1,625 stantial recent renovation. the spaces up, and new gray carpetyard so blank. Nothin’ a few greenbuyers wanting to snap up athletes’ square feet but felt smaller. The Webster Grove house at ing in the third bedroom is a vast backs can’t fix! homes, which is not a bad thing New owners bought the house 3233 Dothan Lane, near Royal and improvement. In the master, there’s CandysDirt.com is the only blog with the market getting a bit tighter in May and gave it an overhaul, Webb Chapel Lanes, was an outan entire wall of closets and an enin Dallas for the truly Real-Estate obon the uber end. DPM is also numMaw-Maw to Trophy Wife from a dated ranch, built in 1961 and looksuite bath. In there, you’ll discover a sessed! Named by National Association ber one in Lakewood/East Dallas, new roof and hardscape work, to ing worn. Worn doesn’t even cover Carrara Marble shower, contempoof Real Estate Editors as the BEST Real Preston Hollow/North Dallas and opening up the floor plan inside and it! Looked like she’ d been ridden rary fixtures, new vanity and a fresh Estate Blog in the country. Uptown/Turtle Creek. adding stylish amenities that make
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REAL ESTATE
Sales continue to climb as inventories shrink
By Phillip Murrell
Phillip@philliprealestate.com During the weekend, between my open houses and touring homes with buyers, I realized I have never been busier in serving my clients. I took a moment to accumulate sales statistics throughout the past few months, using them to analyze the current state of the business. Everything points to even more demand meaning I need energy boosts … taking up yoga, vitamins, Red Bull? Going back to the beginning of summer, June preowned home sales in North
Texas were up 12 percent from the previous June; July rose 14 percent from a year ago. These figures come from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M and confirmed by North Texas Real Estate Information Services. Within this, townhome and condominium sales raised even more, up 23 percent in July, a solid number of these in Uptown and Turtle Creek neighborhoods. These record-setting numbers derive partially from continued strong job growth, low inventory and the expectation that current low interest rates are bound to rise at any time.
From the sources cited reduction of time on the market, above, August pre-owned home a delight to sellers. Brown also sales were 13 percent higher said part of this momentum than August 2014; is being driven by the median price higher prices for rose nine percent. new homes, bringMore than 10,000 ing more buyers to homes in MLS sold preowned properthis same month. ties. The median The third month price of new homes numbers were more is reaching $300,000, than 10,000, seta recent increase ting a new record from $240,000. I for North Texas. should add here Inventory was down Phillip Murrell that those stories of 14.7 percent. David homes having conBrown, with Metrostudy Inc., tracts in just days with multiple said houses are on the market on offers are greatly exaggerated; average 38 days, a resounding hard facts don't support many of
these. The average days on the market are 38 days. At this writing, September figures are not in. Based on this cycle and double-digit homes “under contract” in midAugust, it's pretty certain that there will be similar increases, continuing the trend. Neither the huge drop in oil and gas production nor the prospect of higher interest rates early next year will not be enough to cool sales and higher prices. There's still pent up demand; there's continued strong job growth. Experts predict a continuation of the past four months. The industry is healthy,
good for both buyers and sellers. Sales here are almost twice the national average rate of 4.4 percent. Home prices are approximately 15 percent higher than before the recession. Large equities are accumulating again; several of my clients are selling two to three years after buying just to realize their appreciation. It seems I and my esteemed colleagues are going to have a busy fall, winter and spring. Phillip Murrell is a Real Estate Professional with Dave Perry-Miller & Associates. Phillip Murrell can be contacted at Phillip@philliprealestate. com/ 989-859-2275.
HAMMER AND NAILS
Lighten up for added safety, security
Photo courtesy of Sardone Construction
Fall is the perfect time to improve your outdoor lighting.
By Stephan Sardone
Stephan@sardoneconstruction.com Illuminate your fall days by enhancing your home’s landscape design, while adding security and safety around your home at the same time. Safety and security lighting is the most important aspect of your home’s lighting design. The number one goal is to eliminate the
dangerous dark spaces and corners around your home where criminals like to hide. The lighting around your home should provide a sense of safety, security and comfort to your family by allowing them to clearly
identify visitors. Often, security and safety lighting can be combined into one device. For example, motion-detecting security lights mounted near the garage provides illumination when you get out of your car at night; the same function discourages intruders. Motion-detecting switches can also be applied to your lighting design to illuminate dark, shadowy areas should anyone walk nearby.
Here are a few exterior lighting which is a great option for those of tips to consider when mapping out us who may not remember to turn your outdoors lighting design plan. on the lights before you leave your Some homeowners believe home, including doors, gates and that the brighter the outdoor garages. lights, the better, but that’s not Floodlights offer the benefit of true. Overly bright lights actually both safety and security when lighthave a negative impact by creating ing a stairway, dark garage or entrypockets of deep shadow around Stephan Sardone way. If you choose to use LED lights, your home. Create a safe light make sure they’re positioned at least to detect any movement around nine feet away from the ground so your property. The lighting should be brighter they can cast a wide spectrum of light and are and more intense anywhere your home can be not easily accessible. entered. Consider adding motion timers and senLight up the walkway leading to your sors to customize when and how the lights are home by installing path lights. This illuminaturned on and off. tion makes your guests and family feel warm Stephan Sardone is owner of Sardone and welcome as they approach your home, Construction and has been helping people imwhile also helping prevent slips and falls. You prove their life by remodeling their home around can also opt for solar outdoor path lights, their life.
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DOTTY'S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE
Steel remains solid on sushi
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Assortment from sushi bar at Steel Restaurant and Lounge.
By Dotty Griffith
Lengnick was part of the 2010 opening team of Whiskey Cake, a buzzy farm-to-table conDotty.griffith@yahoo.com cept in North Dallas. Now he’s combining all that experience at Steel. When Steel opened, sushi wasn’t in every The resulting entrée menu additions supermarket, convenience store and vending complement the excellent sushi bar with a machine. And Asian flavors – Vietnamese, chef-driven outlook that directly addresses Chinese, Japanese and Korean – weren’t as fathe Dallas palate. Dishes such as miliar as Mexican and Italian. Korean barbecue short ribs, served That was 2001. This is now. with stir fried glass noodles, mariAnd Steel has held hard and fast nated cucumbers; pan-seared scalthrough the years. Located in Oak lops, with an enticing corn puree Lawn’s Centrum Building, Steel laced with sake, king trumpet set new standards in its early days. mushrooms, five-spice popcorn and Today, there’s lots of competition, edamame; and salmon with orange yet Steel has maintained its edge. coconut broth, “forbidden rice,” With a new chef, TJ Lengnick and crisp Brussels sprouts. at the helm, Steel is sharp as ever. Dotty Griffith General manager Brad Crouch Everyone calls him TJ though has a long history with Steel, having his given name is Thomas A. been on the opening team. He’s got the kind Lengnick, Jr. And he brings a resume that of institutional memory that keeps the vision reflects a great progression through some of while leaving plenty of room for innovation. Dallas top eateries, working with many of the The interior is still exciting, vibrant, sexy. city’s top chefs. No chef knows Dallas tastes Fact is Steel is all that and more. Steel has mabetter than TJ. tured beautifully. His bona fides include stints at (what was then Nana) in the Hilton Anatole with Chef STEEL RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE Doug Brown. Along the way, he’s worked 3180 Welborn St. and learned at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, BLT Dallas, 75219 Steak, Central 214 and Jasper’s. There TJ con214-219-9908 nected with Chef Kent Rathbun who advanced steelrestaurant.com him to Shinsei as Chef de Cuisine in 2008.
Sunday, October 18
Monday, October 19 November
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Beer Can Chicken 1 5-pound chicken 2 limes 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2 heaping tablespoons dark brown sugar 3 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1 can lager (I use Imperial or Modelo Especial) 2 onions, cut into wedges Heat the oven to 425F. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry. Slice one of the limes very thin and push 2 slices underneath the skin on both halves of the breast. Push the remaining slices under skin on the thigh. In a bowl, mix the butter, brown sugar, chili powder and salt. Coat the whole chicken, inside and out, with the mixture. Pour out (or drink) about a third of the beer and place the chicken on top of the can, with the legs facing downward. You may have to maneuver the can a little to make the chicken
Tuesday, October 20
Wednesday, October 21
stay upright. Roast about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through. Halfway through cooking, add the onion wedges to the pan. Let the chicken rest 15 minutes before cutting it into pieces. Cut the remaining lime into wedges and serve with the chicken. Recipe by Sara Newberry
Clubs • Restaurants Friday, October 16 Thursday, October 22
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OCTOBER 16 - 22, 2015
It's very sad to leave the happy Novi Sad, Serbia
By Michael Wald
wald.world@yahoo.com I love it when I can report about a place that is both fun and — as of yet — undiscovered. Novi Sad in the relatively new Republic of Serbia is such a place. An aspect of Novi Sad’s attraction is its people. Serbia has been war torn for centuries. Its most recent war with Croatia only concluded in 1991. But a new generation seems to have turned a corner and wants desperately to put conflict behind it. In contrast, its older generation still wallows in memories of the past under communist dictator Josip Tito where everyone worked just eight hours a day, there was no unemployment, Western goods were readily available, and restrictions on movement (if not thought) were minimal. The young appear to be setting aside sectarian ideas that led Serbia to war. The jury is out as to whether they succeed in overcoming these ancient prejudices. Although Serbian is written in Cyrillic letters, and maybe because of it, most signage is in English as well as Serbian, so it is quite easy for tourists to get around. Most
people, especially if they went to school after independence in 1991, speak some English. Novi Sad is Serbia’s second largest city. Still, prices are incredibly low — everything seems to be about half to 1/3 the cost of what it would be in the U.S.! There is a handy downloadable app for an android phone called Novi Sad Talking that will guide you with audio through the sites. The Danube River divides Novi Sad. On one side of the river, the main attraction is its old city fortress, Petrovaradin Fortress —112 hectares in size, consisting of many relics. Largely built in the 18th century, it is the most expensive part of town to live in. The fortress’ main symbol is a clock tower (still in operation) which has the big and little hands reversed. This was done as it was more important for mariners to know the hour, and fog on the Danube frequently made reading the clock difficult. The old city is fascinating to wander about. Because its old buildings are protected from being modified on the outside, and many Serbians cannot afford to make expensive restorative renovations, the old façades remain in semi-disrepair.
Photos by Michael Wald
Easily walkable, Novi Sad town square is full of people, churches, festivals and food. You can walk through an elaborate tunnel system used by the fortified city as an escape route, explore the fort’s many ancient walls and watch points, and discover its many museums and ancient churches. A handy guide booklet in English is available from the local tourist office. On the other side of the Danube, the main focus of the new town area is its neo-classical main square, one of the nicest of Europe, on par with Krakow and Sienna. As if mocking the ancient sectarian rivalry that has torn this country apart for centuries, two churches face off on the square: the Catholic Church of the Name of Mary (of the predominate religion of Croatia) and the nearby Orthodox Church of St. George (of the predominate religion of
Serbia). Both are within easy walking distance of the city’s outdoor market where you can buy almost anything very inexpensively. Novi Sad is a university town. Among its faculties is a medical school. Perhaps because of the large number of students, there are many theater and music festivals held here, making it one of the hippest places in Serbia. Pop into the many alleys around the square for surprising restaurants and shops not
PIT BULL cont'd from page 7 In the pit bull fighting world, Scout was what is called a “bait dog.” The dogfighters who owned Scout discovered that Scout was not a fighter; therefore, he was used to “bait” the more vicious fighters. The owners had broken out Scout’s upper and lower canines so that he could not harm other dogs during the attacks. When Scout was found by DAS, he also had deep puncture wounds on the back of his neck, multiple scars across his legs and many puncture wounds in the soft area of his inner thighs. He clearly had been brutalized by humans and other dogs with no way to defend himself. The amazing thing about Scout is that from the time officers caught him on the streets and throughout all his medical treatments, he remained one of the sweetest dogs ever, even after his years of suffering and so much cruel torture. Now, after two months, Scout is currently in a foster home after receiving excellent veterinary care, including massive antibiotics, wound care, stage 2 heartworm treatment and tapeworm treatment, neutering surgery and compassion from his savior, and Holt Veterinary Clinic. Throughout all his medical procedures, Scout was always gentle, loving and extremely appreciative of everyone’s efforts. According to his foster family, “Scout’s tail wags in continual motion and his eyes twinkle. Even after so much abuse, he’s not suspicious of people or other animals; he’s a good sleeper inside the house in his own comfy bed and thoroughly enjoys the other family pets.” It’s hard to imagine that a sport (if you can call it that) of such cruelty, violence and evil exists today. Sadly, experts estimate that tens of thousands of people are involved in professional dogfighting, while hundreds of thousands might be participating in so-called “street-fighting,” or informal dogfights. At least, on a more positive note, all 50 states now consider participating in dogfighting to be a felony offense. However, it is not always easy to locate these dogfighting rings; often their camouflage tactics are excellent and make them hard to
apparent from the street. The best night spots are also hidden down these alleys. Ask a local to direct you. With low prices, a great music and pub scene, and a lot of interesting attractions, Novi Sad is a sleeper and a winner. It’s definitely worth a trip to see. A note: interested in exotic travel with me? Drop me a
note. I welcome your questions, story requests, and feedback to my email address. Michael Wald is a travel specialist with special expertise in Panama adventure travel. He blogs about travel and other musings at untroddenla.com.
discover. The dogs most commonly bred for fighting are generally known as “pit bulls,” Staffordshire Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, American bulldogs and American pit bull terriers. Dogs who are used for fighting are usually kept penned or chained (often with heavy logging chains), and many are taunted and starved in order to trigger extreme survival instincts and encourage aggression. Some dogfighters train dogs by forcing them to tread water in pools; run on a treadmill while a caged rabbit, cat, chicken or other terrified animal is dangled in front of them; or hang on with their jaws while dangling from a chain baited with meat. Many dogs are injected with steroids, and some dogfighters even sharpen their dogs’ teeth, cut off their ears (to prevent another dog from latching on), and add roach poison to their food so that their fur might taste bad to other dogs. Dogs who “win” fights are forced to fight again and again and are used to breed puppies for profit. As in Scout’s case, many of the dogs who will not fight or who lose fights are used as “bait” animals. However, according to cognitive scientist and dog behaviorist Alexandra Horowitz, who wrote the book, Inside of a Dog. it is not the breed that determines aggressive behaviors. “The term aggressive in relation to certain dog breeds is culturally and generationally relative. German Shepherds were on top of the list after World War II. In the 1990’s Rottweilers and Dobermans were scorned. Today the American Straffordshire Terrier (known as the pit bull) is the current bête-noire. Their classification has more to do with recent events and public perception than with their intrinsic nature.” Thankfully, Scout has received his chance for a loving life. Now all he needs is a forever home and family to provide him with all the things that our dogs take for granted, ordinary things that Scout has yet to have, enjoy and appreciate. Scout is available, willing and able to accept his next role as a best friend, confidant and partner. Let me know if you feel he may be a good choice for you!
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MUSIC cont'd from page 1 area garage-rock band was originally founded at Bryan Adams High School [BA] by Kenny Daniel and classmate, Tommy Nichols. Originally called the Illusions Combo, they became the Ken Daniel Combo in 1964, with Jerry Smith, Lee Lightfoot, David Blachley and Paul Roach.” In October of 2015, the band still plays around, with two regular gigs at Lakewood’s Balcony Club and Lake Highlands’ Lone Star Roadhouse. This weekend the artists will play at BA ’65’s 50th class reunion. That’s Daniel’s class. And the beat goes on. One of the most unique artists represented in the exhibit is Houston-born, “Tex the Christian Rapper,” who spent years in Dallas, and received degrees in sociology and electronic media from the University of North Texas. The rapper made a commitment to Jesus at age 19. He reached the top of the “Billboard 200” chart, leading Katy Perry, Justin Bieber and Rihanna for his Christian rap album, “Anomaly,” which sold 88,000 copies in its first week. Tex got his start rapping in Deep Ellum. The DHS also offers free concerts by some historical Texas musicians both in the lobby and the Great Hall. A few of them are Greg Ballew, Bill Martin, Jim Suhler and Friends, Euphonium Quartet and Bridgett Adderley-Louis. There are continuous, complimentary screenings of the Kirby Warnock’s documentary, “When Dallas Rocked.” According to the filmmaker, “From the 1950s to the 1970s, Dallas was the music capital of Texas and the entire Southwest because of radio, records and the blues.” Using interviews with people, who were there, rare backstage photos and some “lost” video, he takes the audience on a trip back in time, when “Big D” dominated rock. Just a few of the hundreds of musicians and bands on exhibit are Buddy Holly; Stevie Ray Vaughn; Carl Perkins; Tex Ritter and Usher, each representing a piece of history, with diverse musical genres. Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual and Performing Arts alumni Norah Jones, Erykah Badu
Photos courtesy of Dallas Historical Society
Hundreds of Texas musicians and bands are featured in the Big Texas Music exhibit in the Hall of State through the final Fair day, Sunday, Oct 18. jazz trumpeter Roy Hargrove are included. Dallas’ Thomas Jefferson alumna, Meat Loaf is also featured in the exhibit. Repeated screenings of Kirby Warnock’s documentary, “When Dallas Rocked” will run throughout the day. The piece includes artists from the ’50s through the ’70s in the Dallas that Warnock calls “The music capital of Texas and the entire Southwest.” Visitors are invited to “leave their memories” on large eraser boards. Eight-foot tall murals represent Texas artists, such as one recalling Sgt. Pepper’s album cover. Activities for children allow them to make music with all kinds of homemade instruments, play on table top keyboards and more. Also from Dallas, the iconic Light Crust Doughboys have been entertaining audiences since 1931. In addition to Art Greenhaw and the original Boys, Dion Pride, son of legendary country singer, Charley Pride plays with the group. Celebrating the band’s 85th Anniversary, the Light
Crust Doughboys performed 40 shows in the first eight days of the Fair. Producer, Art Greenhaw says, “We are still playing that great Texas Western Swing to hold on our roots.” The Doughboys are The State of Texas’ Official Music Ambassadors, named by the 74th Texas Legislature, and are Texas Commission of the Art’s official touring artists. The iconic band, which has received dozens more forms of recognition is led by Grammy AwardWinning artist and producer, Greenhaw on bass. Performances continue on the Dr. Pepper stage hourly from 2:30 through 6:30 p.m. daily. Alan P. Olson, Director of Collections & Exhibits for the Dallas Historical Society created the exhibit, which he says took seven months to plan, design and construct. In 1997 Olson came to Dallas to study history and museum studies at SMU, which he said are a lovely crossover. According to the curator, his first exhibit in 2001 was Bonnie and Clyde, which
A tribute to Kenny and the Kasuals. drew 317,000 visitors in 24 days. “After an exhibit like that one I review, what I had to leave out and why. I always know we could have done at least a little better,” he said. Olson said: “This
[exhibit] is doing extremely well because it’s music. Every single human on the planet loves music in one form or the other. It’s very much a part of our DNA. Everyone has a reaction to it, and that’s a very
good thing. If we get a reaction we’ve done our job.” Check out “Big Texas Music” daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Hall of State. Entrance to the exhibit is free with State Fair admission.
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Chef John Rader oversees the dining room at the Magnolia. HOTELS cont'd from page 1 busier than weekdays.” Kincheloe said. “We flip. Corporate travel moves out and leisure comes in.” Complementary parking is an advantage that the Magnolia has over downtown hotels. “Our mission is to continue doing what only the Lumen and Kimpton hotels can do, showing our employees and our guests what if feels like to work and stay at Dallas’ best kept secret,” Randy Elmore, general manager of the Hotel Lumen, said. “The guest experience is what makes this hotel successful, and that is done by hiring the right employees to create that experience for our guests.” The Hotel Lumen, a former Ramada Inn now run by Kimpton known for their boutique properties, is located at 6101 Hillcrest Road directly across from the SMU campus. The hotel billed itself “chic Mid-century style of what was once a 1960s motel.” The hotel is home to the Front Room Tavern. The Lumen has seen growth from the campuses’ latest attraction, the George W. Bush Presidential Center. “We have seen
additional demand with the Presidential Library and hope to continue our partnership with them,” Elmore said. Elmore, with more than 24 years of hospitality experience, knows what stands out when running a boutique hotel. “I would say my team, our location and our guests/clients,” Elmore said. “The team has worked hard to allow the Lumen to be in the position that we are in and the guests/ clients make each day better than the previous day. It is like seeing family walk through your door each and every day.” The Highland Dallas, at 5300 E. Mockingbird Lane, is another modernized 1960s hotel that was once the Dallas Hilton Inn. Home to the recognized restaurant Knife, The Highland Dallas - A Curio Collection by Hilton™ brands itself as “high end without a trace of highbrow.” “This is an affluent area of Dallas that I think was underserved,” Magnolia’s Kincheloe said. ”They have added three new hotels downtown. But downtown businesses tend to use downtown hotels. There are lot of businesses and a lot of business right around us.”
the part. While he stumbled over his lines a couple of times, he recovered so well that most patrons may not have noticed. In area theater, this is his debut with WingSpan, but he’s appeared at WaterTower Theatre, Dallas Children’s Theater and Theatre Three. He has television credits including, “Barney and Friends” and a number of commercial and voice over projects. The multi-instrumentalist and vocalist recently played drums for Garland Summer Musicals’ “West Side Story” and Theatre Three’s “Hot Mikado.” Nick Brethauer created two lovely period rooms in which the audience can feel right at home. Barbara C. Cox had a great opportunity to design period costumes at a time when women’s dresses were stunning. In such a cozy space the audience is in the room with the actors, seeing the detail in every piece of lace and each cameo. While Fairchild’s wardrobe appeared homemade, a vintage shop or specialty costume shop may have been a better choice for her dresses and jewelry. Susan Sargeant, who directs “Dear Liar!” is Producing Artistic Director of WingSpan Theatre Company, which she founded in 1997, and is now in its 18th Season. The small staff includes Sargeant and her husband, Lowell, who is Sound Designer. Susan is also a founding partner of The Festival of Independent Theatres (FIT). Recent directing credits include “Catholic School Girls” at Contemporary Theatre of Dallas and “Manicures and Monuments” at WaterTower Theatre. She’s the recipient of many awards including numerous Dallas/Ft. Worth Critics Forum Awards. A few of her recognized and exceptional directing productions have been “Children of a Lesser God,” “Five Women wearing the same dress” and “The Miss Firecracker Contest,” at Contemporary Theatre of Dallas. The director, who told us she played Eliza herself in “My Fair Lady” in her twenties, said she chose the play having always wanted to produce/direct a Shaw play. “I was very intrigued that this focuses on the personal relationship of George Bernard Shaw and Mrs. Patrick Campbell,” she said. When asked about casting Fairchild in the role of Mrs. Patrick Campbell, she said, “When I was mulling possible fits for the role, Lisa leaped into my mind immediately. Lisa is so talented and has SOLUTION TO THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE an amazing range. I knew that she would be the right fit.” Sargeant added: “I felt that Alan had all the right elements to embody Shaw the physical for one (Shaw was tall and lean), also Alan has a great wit, and was not afraid of taking on the challenge.” According to Sargeant, “Many [patrons] have expressed how much they appreciated the beauty of the production, the language and the performances. The design team for ‘Dear Liar!’ has done an extraordinary job. Plus, the lovely performances of Lisa Fairchild and Alan Pollard.” “Dear Liar” continues through Oct. 24 presented by WingSpan Theatre Company at the Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther Drive. For information and tickets, call 214-675-6573 or visit wingspantheatre.com.
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Scene Around Town
By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com
Society Editor
CitySquare
Essential Energy
“A Night to Remember” Concert The Majestic
Daryl Hall, Brenda and Larry James, CEO CitySquare and John Oates
Women’s Networking Group Tootsie’s
Daryl Hall, Tiffany and Brandon Hawkins
Yvette Fieger, Speaker Kim Garrett, Janelle Friedman
Art Ball
Announcement Party Baron Estate
2016 Co-Chairs Ann and David Sutherland
CARE Sponsor Party
Chemical Awareness Resources and Education Home of Natalie and Mike McGuire
Lana Andrews, Lee Ann White, Co-Chair Natalie McGuire, Jan Osborn
Dan Seale, Charles Haley, Amber Seale
Emmitt and Pat Smith, Charles Haley, Natalie and Mike McGuire
Urban Revival
Habitat for Humanity Home of Ladd and Kristen Sanger
Stephen Goldman, Melissa and Jeff Cameron
Kate Rose Marquez, Lynda Johnson, Susan Spain
Catherine Rose, Lucio Pena
Exclusive Party
Park Place Porsche
GM Patrick Huston, Elaine Bock, Lawrence and Katie Bock
Gene Jones, Julie Hawes
CHARITY
Kidd’s Kids Day Set for Oct. 21 By Ladd Biro As it has for more than two decades, The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show (heard locally on KISS-FM) will dedicate an entire fourhour program to raising funds for the annual Kidd’s Kids trip to Walt Disney World. On Wednesday, Oct. 21, the cast of the most-listened-to contemporary morning show in America will devote their airtime to educating listeners about The Kraddick Foundation and the Kidd’s Kids program, and asking for their financial support. The audience will hear directly from children and families that are attending this year’s 24th annual trip and many others that have experienced previous trips. Once again, viewers of KiddTV, the live video stream of the show, will be treated to frequent check-ins from Caroline Cradick, daughter of legendary radio personality Kidd Kraddick, and special appearances from partners and other guests. “Kidd’s Kids Day is always one of my favorite days of the year, because it gives fans of the show a chance to hear from so many of the kids and families that have been blessed by our previous trips,” said Cradick, who now serves as executive director of her late father’s foundation. “So many of us work hard all year to honor and preserve my dad’s most important legacy, and I know he’d be really proud of how Kidd’s Kids has continued to flourish over the last few years.” Thanks to the on-going generosity of listeners and corporate partners, the charity is taking a group of 50 Kidd’s Kids on this year’s “vacation of a lifetime.” During the five-day trip, scheduled for Nov. 19-23, the terminally/chronically ill and physically challenged children, and their families, will enjoy all the excitement that a Walt Disney World getaway can offer. For many families, this is a rare opportunity to escape hospitals and treatment centers and share laughter and fun in a magical environment. Kidd’s Kids covers all expenses related to the trip. Listeners may support Kidd’s Kids Day in several ways. Donations can be made online through the Kidd’s Kids website,KiddsKids.com, or KiddsKids.com/Mobile (for smartphones),
through the Southwest Airlines Kidd’s Kids Day Donation Hotline (888) 792-5439 / (888) SWAKIDZ from 6 a.m. – 12 p.m. (CDT), or by texting “KIDD” to “52000” to donate $10. More than 75 Southwest Airlines employees will be manning the phone lines throughout the morning. Listeners may also donate in person all day Wednesday at more than 100 participating Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers restaurants nationwide. Raising Cane’s will also donate 15 percent of net proceeds from its sales on Oct. 21 at those participating restaurants to Kidd’s Kids. “We have some wonderful stories to tell and even a few surprises for our Kidd’s Kids Day show, which is always a highlight of our year,” said Kellie Rasberry, co-host of The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show. “Every year, our wonderful listeners dig deep and give so incredibly generously — some out of their love for Kidd, others because of the wonderful children and families whose lived are forever touched — and it reminds us again what an extraordinary gift Kidd left for all of us.” Children selected for the Kidd’s Kids Trip are between the ages of five and 12, suffer from a chronic or terminal illness, are physically challenged and/or have a catastrophic impairment due to an injury or accident. A panel of doctors and staff studies every application and has the unenviable task of choosing each year’s participants, making certain that the children won’t have their health affected by a five-day trip with other families and a park full of strangers. The children must reside in The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show listening area, be able to appreciate the trip and demonstrate a financial need. This year’s Kidd’s Kids Day partners are Southwest Airlines, Raising Cane’s and Cantina Laredo/CRO. The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show is syndicated by YEA Networks and heard on more than 65 Top 40 and Hot AC radio stations across the country, as well as the American Forces Radio Network worldwide, weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m. CDT. The cast of The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show is also seen every weeknight on the nationally syndicated TV program “Dish Nation.” For more information visit KiddNation.com.
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Spielberg and Hanks span talent spectrum in ‘Bridge of Spies’ By Chic DiCiccio @Chiccywood
At this point in their careers, it would almost be excusable for Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks to simply go through the motions when teaming up for their fourth feature together. Instead, the two of them contribute to Spielberg’s finest movie since “Saving Private Ryan.” Based on real events, “Bridge of Spies” is a meticulous, fact driven, non-biased look at the Cold War through the eyes of insurance attorney James Donovan (Hanks). The story, written by Matt Charman with scrubbing by Ethan and Joel Coen, focuses on two events that take place five years apart. The first half of “Bridge of Spies” focuses on the 1957 trial of Soviet spy Rudolf Abel (Mark Rylance). The movie opens in Brooklyn, recreated perfectly to look and feel like 1957, during Abel’s FBI arrest. There’s little debate raised regarding Abel’s espionage as the film isn’t interested in the “is he or isn’t he” argument. Instead, “Bridge of Spies” focuses on Abel’s right to due process, which brings Donovan into the picture as he is the only attorney in New York willing to defend a communist spy. The moral and ethical dilemmas faced by Donovan and his
family (with Amy and delivers an “Oscar Ryan as his wife clip” moment just once, in a mostly thankwith the majority of his less, bland role) are performance being unheavily relied upon derstated, witty, and most to make the first of all, humble. This is an hour of “Bridge of actor that trusts his skill so Spies” a rallying cry highly that he doesn’t sit for the American back and simply be “Tom way of life being Hanks.” more important When “Bridge of than the espionage Spies” changes locales battle between two from New York to Berlin, countries. the stakes are raised and Once it’s clear anxiety gets ramped up. If that Abel is guilty, there is any flaw to that, it’s Donovan does all that the movie then leaves he can to keep him Mark Rylance’s Rudolf from the electric Abel behind. chair with some exRylance’s performance tremely intelligent is so perfectly executed writing that applies that there are moments insurance law ideas when you wish he wasn’t a to Abel’s sentencSoviet conspirator. He poring. He keeps Abel trays a man who neither from the chair, revels or dislikes his job, citing using him as knowing full well that he’s “insurance” in the merely a pawn in a massive ongoing battle with game who could easily be the Soviets. discarded. Rylance conveys As if he could Photos courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures that complex, stress ridden see into the future, Two-time Academy Award winner Tom Hanks is brilliant in the Steven Spielberg spy thriller "Bridge of Spies." life with simplicity and Donovan’s insurhumor that avoids the oneSpies” ditches the courtroom only showing the barbaric while keeping tension at a ance plan works out note villain acting trap. drama and becomes an innature of communist Russia. high level. He manages to perfectly when the infamous “Bridge of Spies” is a tense war of words between Under the helm of any avoid the dreaded Spielberg U2 spy plane is shot down in movie based on real events Donovan, KGB negotiators, other director, “Bridge of Sell Out Moment when emo1960 while photographing that seem fit for a documenand the new East German Spies” could easily have betional manipulation via the the Soviet Union from 70,000 tary, but the direction, script, government that is not come a procedural bore. inexplicable overrides reality. acting, design and cinemafeet. The pilot, Francis Gary pleased about being under Spielberg is at the top of his If Tom Hanks secures his tography turn it into a good Powers (Austin Stowell), is Soviet control. The sequences game and thanks to a truly sixth Best Actor Oscar nomi- ole fashioned spy thriller captured by the Soviets and showing the building of the brilliant script loaded with nation, this will be the least the CIA turns to Donovan with nary an action scene. Berlin Wall and actions taken levity and intelligence, he showy performance of them to negotiate a prisoner This is a sure fire Oscar conby Soviet troops guarding it essentially shoots nothing all. It may also be his most exchange. tender, with Spielberg, Hanks are gut wrenching and brutal, but actors spouting dialogue impressive. Hanks opines At that point, “Bridge of and Rylance leading the way.
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