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Ask any bleary-eyed newbie parent about that memorable first year, and you’ll get responses such as: Time has flown by. We can’t believe it’s already been a year. Our lives have changed so much. The past 12 months have felt the same for us. Over the last year, the team at Flower Mound Style has endeavored to bring our friends and neighbors news and stories that further endear us to our community. From the launch of our inaugural issue last July to the one you’re reading here, we’ve loved sharing the best of our town, one page at a time. This month, we highlight our favorite features and top stories, both in print and online, with our “Best Of” on page 13. Take a peek back at the moments that made us proud to be Flower Mound’s premier local lifestyle magazine. We also feel like proud parents of the six incredible seniors featured on page 17. Last August, we highlighted a half dozen rising seniors as they began their final chapter of high school and thought it fitting that we revisit our stellar students from Flower Mound and Marcus High Schools as they head to college. Be prepared to be impressed. As we shared Mother’s Day gifts in May, we follow up this month with gifts for Dad. If your guy is the slightest bit geeky, he’s going to love our selection of ideas on page 44 to surprise him with this Father’s Day. And because he deserves at least one place in the house to call his own, why not make the garage his haven? Check out ideas for upgrading his digs on page 42 in HomeStyle. And remember: if you venture out of town this summer, be sure to take Flower Mound Style along and snap a photo with the magazine. Send it in and we’ll mail you a free T-shirt and share your fun with our readers. Here’s to another year of Style!
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: WHY IT CAN MATTER MORE THAN IQ | DANIEL GOLEMAN “This book explains how to overcome the lack of empathy or ‘soft skills’ that technical people, and even highly intelligent people, often suffer from or simply have not developed. Goleman has an amazing talent for coaching the reader on how to target this social deficiency and actually fix it. I now have a clear understanding about how to connect with people better, both at work and with my friends and family.” Stacy Zimmerman, staff writer, Flower Mound Style
CAMINO ISLAND JOHN GRISHAM JUNE 6 Books, Crooks and Bestsellers As we often learn from author John Grisham, nothing good is to be had from knowing too much. Such is the case for young novelist Mercer Mann, the main character in Grisham’s latest novel, “Camino Island.” Mann, recently out of work, is contacted by an employee of Bruce Cable, owner of a popular bookstore on Camino Island. Cable, who often deals in the not-so up-and-up black market of stolen books, might have hit the jackpot when a vaulted library at Princeton University is looted. Just what does Mann find out after planting herself (undercover) right in the middle of Cable’s “business?” Perhaps she learns too much for her own good.
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Not a Min(ion)ute Too Soon The latest animated film from Illumination Entertainment, “Despicable Me 3,” will reunite the mish-mash family of five—Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith and Agnes— as they face Gru’s newest foe, Balthazar Bratt. Voiced by “South Park” co-creator Trey Parker, Bratt is a villain obsessed with his 1980s childhood star persona. Parker (an Emmy, Tony and Grammy Awards winner) joins the cast of voices that includes Steve Carrell and Kristen Wiig. Getting into more trouble seems inevitable for your favorite little minions as they join Gru in his fight against Bratt.
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Not everyone has a sense of humor, but trying to make it big in California as a comedian can foster a few laughs from a television audience. At least that’s what executive producer Jim Carrey believes will happen with his new comedy series, “I’m Dying Up Here.” Academy Award winner Melissa Leo (“The Fighter”) stars as Goldie, a comedy club owner who adheres to the tough-love philosophy when it comes to guiding her budding comedians in 1970s Los Angeles. The large ensemble cast includes Ari Graynor (“For a Good Time Call”), Clark Duke (“The Office”), Al Madrigal (“The Daily Show”) and Erik Griffin (“Workaholics”)—just to name a few of the familiar faces who will make an appearance on the program.
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Free live music every Friday night (7-9 pm) through November. Enjoy the show from a Lakeside restaurant or relax in the plaza on your blanket or portable chair. And shop at Lakeside retailers that stay open late on Friday nights. (Rain-out location: Mio Nonno Trattoria.) CARVAO PRIME BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE • EPIC GELATO • MIO NONNO TRATTORIA • PARADISE BISTRO & COFFEE CO. • STARBUCKS • HANAYA HIBACHI SUSHI & ASIAN FUSION • MILWAUKEE JOE’S • MENA’S TEX-MEX CANTINA • LAKESIDE DONUTS • THE MARKET AT LAKESIDE • BOTTLE & BOTTEGA • MOVIEHOUSE & EATERY • AMBER MICHELLE SALON • ELITE PUPS • IN THE BOX PACK & SHIP • MAJESTIC NAIL SPA • THE LODGE BARBERSHOP • MARTINIZING CLEANERS • VICTORY SPORTS REHAB • URBAN FM 2499 at Lakeside Parkway in Flower Mound • www.lakesidedfw.com VYBE • BLOOMA-ROUND • BRIESLY’S BOUTIQUE • GIANT BICYCLES • HELLO DAFFODIL • ENGEL & VÖLKERS • FAIRWAY MORTGAGE • TAMMY EDWARDS STATE FARM INSURANCE
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BEST REASON TO DASH THEN DINE We’ve raised a fork (and glass) to some of the hottest culinary spots in the Metroplex each month in our Local Flavor reviews. From exotic to truly Texas-inspired, each restaurant presented a unique menu and atmosphere, but Dallas Grilled Cheese Co. was the most-viewed online, proving you can take a classic and make it hip.
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BEST GROOMS…MAN From man-icures and massages to haircuts and hot shaves, grooming services for men abound in our area, so there’s no excuse for letting yourself go, guys. The scruffy look is (thankfully) a thing of the past. BEST FEEL-GOOD MOMENT The Lewisville Independent School District hosted its Back to School Fair in July 2016, and over 3,000 students and their families flocked to Lewisville High School for the one-day event. From haircuts and school supplies to vaccinations and eye exams, families received much-needed resources from LISD employees and community volunteers.
“ Daily I see that everyone just wants to be acknowledged and treated kindly. ” Kathy O’Keefe | Feb. 2017 BEST SATURDAY SHOPPING After years of anticipation, Flower Mounders finally got a farmers market to call their own. Four Seasons Markets organizes the European-style market at Parker Square, which is open year-round every Saturday and features fresh produce as well as prepared foods and artisan-made products.
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When Rio de Janeiro hosted the Summer Olympics last year, Flower Mound resident and LPGA golfer Gerina Piller played for Team USA. The last time women’s golf was an Olympic event was in 1900. Piller made us all proud when she tied for 11th in a field of 60 from around the world.
When INNOVATE, a nonprofit entrepreneur center, opened last year in Parker Square, people with ideas for new products and services finally had an enterprising place to work away from home (or their garages) and interact with likeminded folk.
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Grapevine Faith student Maggie Macdonald shows you don’t have to wait until you’re grown up to change a life. As a trainer of service dogs, Macdonald helps improve the quality of life for the blind. How’s that for a model student?
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LAWSON PORTER | MARCUS UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS HONORS COLLEGE
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CATCHING UP WITH OUR 2017 SENIORS We revisited our Six Seniors to Watch to see what they accomplished and where they are headed. Best of luck to all our area graduates. May your future be bright and your path filled with adventure. CURT WATSON | FMHS UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA "Pround of my work with Flower
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BEST MAY CONCERT NIGHTS Nothing says “welcome summer” like catching a free concert in the park. And if a food truck is thrown into the mix, then even better. The LuminCare-sponsored series continues to be a crowd favorite and another reason to visit a Flower Mound park with friends and family in May. BEST REASON TO SURF AT SCHOOL
Last September, Lewisville ISD became one of only seven school systems nationwide, and the only district in Texas, to receive the Trusted Learning Environment Seal from CoSN, the national association for school system technology leaders. BEST BOREDOM BUSTERS The summer hit list in our July issue gave readers 22 exciting, unique and compelling activities to break out of the summer doldrums. Our favorite? Swinging from the trees at Go Ape in Plano. BEST MARCHING BEAT Flower Mound High School’s marching band swept every category in the Bands of America Super Regional in San Antonio and won first in the 2016 UIL 6A State Marching Band Contest. Marcus High School placed third in state, which gives us another reason to head to the high school football games on Friday nights.
BEST SLOW BURN Because The Flower Mound without flowers is just … well, a mound, the town’s fire department conducted a slow burn this spring to rid the area of invasive weeds. It’s okay by us—Weed Mound, Texas, doesn’t have the same ring.
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Flower Mound High School and Texas Tech grad Jenny Layne Murdoch Fallis appeared on Cake Hunters with her bakery’s motorcycle cake made for Strokers’ Dallas bike shop. Our readers ate it up.
Apartment.com compiled safety, housing affordability, education quality and child friendliness data to deem Flower Mound the number one place in the nation for families, and our readers agree.
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BEST TOWN FOR MAGEIROCOPHOBES It was almost hard to keep track of all the new restaurants that opened in town over the past 12 months, but we do our best to highlight locally owned and regional favorites with Local Flavors and Drink This. So if you have a fear of cooking (mageirocophobia), you’re in the right place!
“I don’t let civic involvement get in the way of raising my children.” Andy Eads | April 2017
BEST SHOW OF PATRIOTISM Every year the Flower Mound Independence Fest starts with a children’s parade and ends with a concert and fireworks display. But none of the events would be possible without the hard work of town employees and generous volunteers. Be sure to catch this year’s headlining band Brother’s Osborne. BEST TRAVELER WITH STYLE
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Emily Fenske’s mom submitted a photo of Emily on a bike in Seaside, Florida, to our Travel with Style department. The image garnered the most likes on social media, earning her $250 in transportation services from Tempus. Looks like Emily won’t have to bike anymore unless she just wants to!
When The Hound Mound at Heritage Park opened last year, a long-awaited place for residents and their furry family members had finally come to fruition. The five-acre park provides the perfect place to unleash dogs—big and small—while getting to know like-minded animal lovers. Also new this year pups can dine with owners at local restaurant patios.
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When we shared Kim Hinkle’s mission to provide homeless teens a safe haven at Kyle’s Place, readers couldn’t get enough of her Journey to Dream.
ValuePenguin.com studied crime statistics in Texas and determined Flower Mound the safest place to be. If ever there was a time to thank our police officers, today is a good day.
GSNETX Troop 3733 honored a local drowning victim’s memory with their Silver Award project: building a life jacket lending station at Lake Grapevine and hosting a water safety booth at local events.
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BEST INSIDER INTERVIEW Not everyone has a direct line to Santa, but we managed to chat with the jolly ol’ elf himself before Christmas. Who knew the bearded wonder had a penchant for Hawaiian shirts and Oreos?
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BEST REASON TO READ Sue Ridnour, director of the Flower Mound Public Library, shared with us the town’s plan to expand the library. With a growing community and lots of kiddos needing a place for story time and studying, the current 40,000-square-foot space is busting at its book bindings. BEST COMPANY WITH A CAUSE
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As the owner of Buckets and Bows Maid Service, Debbie Sardone decided to Clean for a Reason—offering free services to women undergoing cancer treatment. To date, more than 22,000 women have benefitted from her generous heart. L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth generously honored Sardone her efforts.
BEST REASONS TO SWEAT IT OUT Our January issue showed readers that getting in shape doesn’t have to involve running or planking. Finding a local boutique fitness studio—such as one offering kickboxing, cycling or aerial yoga—makes losing pounds and inches a whole lot of fun. fm FEB
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“Every day, I feel like my cancer was just another book of my life, and my art is who I am today.” Janvi Shahi | Jan. 2017
BEST RELIEF EFFORT BY AN INDIVIDUAL Austin Andrews spearheaded a food and supply drive by soliciting donations for victims of the Louisiana floods in August 2016. Andrews, a former Louisiana resident, had family affected by the flooding and managed to fill and deliver trucks with over 40,000 pounds of products.
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We visited with Jacqui Van Meter, LISD’s Elementary School Teacher of the Year, to learn what makes learning click for today’s students. As a gifted and talented coordinator, Van Meter helps students learn to challenge themselves—a tough gig with kids who are already outperforming their peers.
Our first cover featured Mayor Tom Hayden and his pup, Duke, at his Flower Mound home. Hayden started his third term as our mayor in 2016, having previously served on our town council.
Lakeside DFW continues to give us a reason to explore lakeside living. With construction of The Lakeside Tower on the horizon, Sunset Point offers the community a place to relax and enjoy the spectacular view of Lake Grapevine.
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Midwestern State University announced plans to join North Central Texas College in Parker Square, giving residents a new reason to get that four-year college degree—you don’t have to leave home to do so. Classes will begin this fall with anticipated completion in Spring 2018.
In our Readers’ Choice survey, we asked which local restaurants serve the crème of the crêpes. The top seven included: Verf’s Grill & Tavern, Seven Mile Café, Paradise Bistro & Coffee Co., First Watch Café, Starwood Café, Black Walnut Café and Dido’s Urban Grill, which won for Best Overall Brunch. An enthusiastic seven out of 10 responders say they brunch at least once a month. Let the maple syrup flow!
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Jane Nelson hails from Flower Mound and represents our interests, and those of Texas citizens, at the state capital. As a businesswoman, mom, grandmother and former educator, the issues affecting families remain Nelson’s primary focus as chair of the Senate Finance Committee.
McKamy seventh-grader Vishwas Subash won the LISD 2017 Spelling Bee; Durham Middle School sixth-grader Sonka Harish placed second. Both students qualified to compete in the Denton County Bee, proving not all kids depend on spell check or type cryptically.
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FLOWER MOUND GENERAL ELECTION UNSEATS ONE COUNCIL MEMBER, LISD BOND PASSES The results of Flower Mound's General Election are in. In Place 1, Jason Webb retains his seat, taking just over 56 percent of the votes. Incumbent Kevin Bryant also holds onto his seat in Place 3, taking 60 percent of votes over his challenger. Both Place 1 and 3 are twoyear terms. Claudio Forest replaces Itamar Gelbman as council member for Place 5, a three-year term, taking 62 percent of the votes. “The first three years I was mayor, we had a very positive working environment,” says Flower Mound Mayor Tom Hayden. “I’m hopeful that the next year will also be one of positive collaboration and respectful discussion.” A $737 million bond for area schools was approved by Lewisville ISD voters and is slated to provide improvements to existing facilities, help build new ones and purchase supplies and technology. “We are grateful that our community has entrusted us with the education of its students and also supported us through this bond,” says Dr. Kevin Rogers, LISD superintendent. “We look forward to implementing this bond package and will keep our community informed and engaged throughout the process.” Kristi Hassett and Tracy Scott Miller were elected to Lewisville ISD School Board. Congratulations to our newly elected and reelected town council and school board members. Your willingness to serve for the betterment of our community is much appreciated.
CAC TO HOST FATHER-SON BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Dads and their sons are invited to hoop it up at the 2-on-2 Father-Son Basketball Tournament at the Flower Mound Community Activity Center on Saturday, June 17, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of two games and a spiffy T-shirt. Awards will be given to the top two teams in each division, so consider this an invitation to show off your mad skills on the court. Registration deadline is Thursday, June 15, and pairings are determined by the son's age group, not Dad’s. For more information, call 972.874.6276.
LISD ANNOUNCES TEACHERS OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Lewisville ISD Teachers of the Year for 2016-’17: Elementary Teacher of the Year Rachel Young (top), third grade teacher at Old Settlers Elementary, and Secondary Teacher of the Year Amanda McKnight (bottom), Gifted and Talented teacher at Briarhill Middle School. We love all our talented teachers and thank them for another amazing school year.
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LEWISVILLE ISD ANNOUNCES DAY AT THE BALL PARK Get your tickets now for the inaugural LISD Day at Globe Life Park, when the Texas Rangers host the Seattle Mariners. The game’s first pitch is at 4:05 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, and the first 15,000 in the stadium get a Dairy Max Nomar Mazara Big Chill Cooler Backpack. The first 500 tickets purchased through the district will also receive an exclusive Lewisville ISD Education Foundation cap. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for a custom hat you can’t get anywhere else. To reserve your tickets online, go to TexasRanger.com/Schools and click on Lewisville ISD.
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LOCAL TEAM TAKES AWARDS AT 2017 VEX ROBOTICS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP The Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation and VEX Robotics hosted a world championship in Louisville, Kentucky, April 19-22, and saw over 500 teams from across the globe compete head to head. Team Invictus (365X) participated and received the Robot Skills Award and was a Division Finalist. The team consists of five students from Flower Mound High School: Anuj Jain, Justin Chae, Henry Liu, Jake Magee and Kevin Choi. The world competition consisted of middle school, high school and university divisions. Team Invictus worked over 400 hours since June getting ready for the event. Congratulations on a job very well executed.
GAYLORD SUMMERFEST OPENS FOR FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN Gaylord Texan splashes into summer with its 14th annual SummerFest event, running through September 4. The family-friendly activities, themed after Lone Star Adventures, offer a local artists art tour, firework shows, a western comedy show, an escape room, gold panning, canvas painting, scavenger hunts, strolling entertainers, live music, a Build-ABear mobile workshop, spa specials, happy hours and much more! Even better, overnight guests will also enjoy complimentary access into the resort's 10-acre outdoor water park, Paradise Springs, featuring a 6,000-squarefoot family lagoon, a 600-foot long lazy river, a giant water tree house, multiple winding water slides, a zip line, a pool bar, and private cabanas for rent. All of the fun began on Memorial Day weekend, making Gaylord Texan Resort the ultimate summer destination for both day and overnight guests. SCHOOLS TO OFFER SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS If your student loves attending high school games and dreams of one day being a Jag or Marauder who plays sports or cheers and dances to support his or her school, then be sure to check out the dozens of day camp opportunities this summer at our local high schools. Student athletes and their coaches work with young students to teach skills, sportsmanship and teamwork. In return, your budding athlete gets some much-needed exercise as well as a chance to bond with his or her role models. To register, go online to LISD.net/MHS or LISD.net/FMHS and click on the link to the school’s sports camps. Sign up is easy and costs are very reasonable.
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FMFD YOUTH FIRE ACADEMY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Looking for a fun activity for your kids this summer? The Flower Mound Fire Department will host two sessions of its 2017 Youth Fire Academy for students entering seventh or eighth grade in the fall. Session 1 runs June 12-15; Session 2 runs July 10-13. The popular summer program is held at Central Fire Station (3911 S. Broadway Ave.) each day from 8 a.m. to noon. While at camp, participants will learn about the history of the department, emergency medical services, fire investigation, firefighter equipment and vehicles while also taking part in a special behind-the-scenes tour of all the Town’s fire stations. For more information or to register for the camp, call 972.874.6205 or email donna.hill@flower-mound.com. Register early as space is limited, and camps always fill up quickly.
WOMEN OF FLOWER MOUND AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS The Women of Flower Mound (WOFM) awarded three area seniors scholarships to help fund their future college educations. Each graduate was given a $4000 scholarship at the WOFM Scholarship Awards Banquet on May 9. The students receiving scholarship include: Avery Daly, Marcus High School, who plans to attend the University of Texas in Austin and study accounting; Eric Curl, Flower Mound High School, who plans to attend the University of Alabama and study electrical engineering and business; and Vassi Gianitsos, Flower Mound High School, who plans to attend the University of Texas in Austin and study math and business
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LEWISVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION HONORS GRADUATES, EDUCATORS WITH AWARDS Since 1990, the Lewisville ISD Education Foundation (LEF) has awarded nearly $4 million in grants, scholarships and awards to students and teachers. This year, LEF will award LISD seniors with 292 scholarships totaling $187,205. Congratulations to all LISD students and teachers who earned an award this school year. To see a list of recipients, go online to LISDEF.com. NORTH TEXAS WARRIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION TO HOST TOURNAMENT North Texas Warrior Golf Association will host its Seventh Annual North Texas Warrior Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, September 11, at Timarron Country Club in Southlake. The tournament will follow a four-person scramble format. Tournament check-in begins at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. Spots to play in the tournament are currently available to tournament sponsors with sponsorships ranging from $1,000 to $4,000. Each sponsored four-person team will be paired with a NTWGA Warrior Golfer. All proceeds from this fundraising event will be used to support operations of the North Texas Warrior Golf Association. Money raised in DFW goes directly back to DFW Wounded Veterans and 97 percent of money raised goes directly to warrior programs. To learn more, please visit NTWGA.org or call 817.800.9305.
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RIVER WALK AT CENTRAL PARK HOSTS TOUR OF AREA The Town of Flower Mound and the Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce recently featured Bobby Dollak, senior project engineer with G&A Consultants, LLC, at the site of the River Walk at Central Park, allowing community and chamber members an opportunity to tour the development and receive insight on the future plans for the project. The River Walk at Central Park’s common area features completed waterways, seating areas, walking paths and sculptures. Currently under construction are more family housing and the town’s first hotel, Marriott Courtyard Hotel. The 158-acre mixed-use development will integrate commercial, office, retail, dining, medical, civic and residential uses in a variety of building types and will feature an amphitheater, wedding chapel and ground-floor retail with offices and/or residences above. The variety The River Walk offers allows residents to work, play, live and shop all in one location. With 46.5 acres of parks and open spaces in or adjacent to the property, The River Walk will provide a relaxing and serene environment.
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FMHS WATER POLO TEAMS EXCEL AT STATE MEET This year, Flower Mound hosted the Texas high school water polo state meet at Westside Aquatic Center. The FMHS boys’ team placed second, losing a nail-biter in the final match against St. Marks (Dallas) by one point in the final seconds of the game—the best finish in school history. The FMHS girls’ team finished ninth in state after a triple overtime ended with a loss to St. Agnes by one point. Several of athletes were named to the All State Teams: Seniors Alex Rodriguez and Rylan Russell made First Team; senior Bella Vares, junior Natalie Seeman and sophomore Rylan Lantz made Second Team; junior Erik McCune received an honorable mention. Both teams are led by Coach Goddard and Coach Doyle. LISD BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR NEEDS YOU The Lewisville Independent School District will host its annual back to school fair August 5 at Lewisville High School. The goal of the district is that all students start the school year on even footing. By donating your time, money or supplies, you can help economically disadvantage students be successful in school. The fair is a collaborative effort between the community, district, businesses and civic organizations. Over 3,000 people attended last years’ fair, which provided resources to parents such as job opportunities within LISD as well as much-needed goods and services to students. Free haircuts, vision screenings, immunizations and sports physicals were offered on site, and information about student aid and after-school programs was shared with families. If you would like to sign up to volunteer, you must complete a background check or have a current one on file with LISD, so don’t wait to register. You can also donate money or supplies. For more information, check out LISD.net/BackToSchoolFair.
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tice things you never saw before. You may even get lucky and be there the same day as the Cliffhangers. Cliffhanger Building Maintenance is the group of daredevil electricians and maintenance technicians that make the almost 600-foot climb and hang off the Tower’s sides to clean, replace and repair all 279 bulbs that light up Reunion Tower every night of the year. Amazing!
A TOWERING ADVENTURE After Mom and Dad recover from the House of Blues, why not play a guessing game with the kids WE’RE NOT SURE IF WE BELIEVE IT OR NOT! as to where you might be going for lunch. Hmm… is it unThere are Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditoriums at a few derground? Is it underwater? Is locations around the United States, it… in the sky? Ah, boy, do the and Grand Prairie happens to be one kids get excited when you tell of them. This particular location, near them you’re taking them 470 the heart of Dallas, also features one feet up to the top of Reunion of the many starring attractions: RipTower [aka “the Dallas microley’s Moving Theater. Is it a movie? Is phone”] for lunch, and the it a ride? Is it mind-blowing? Yes, yes amazement doesn’t stop there. and yes! The audio is pumped through Not only are there two increda state-of-the-art surround sound sysible restaurants at the top of the tem, and the theater enhances the movgeodesic-shaped tower, Cloud 9 ie with 7D technology, with seats that Café and Five Sixty, but they bemove, dip and vibrate in sync with the long to world-renowned Chef movie on the screen. The movies themWolfgang Puck. No matter how selves contain digital, laser and optical you try to play that part off, it effects, too, so all this combined truly probably won’t impress your makes for the most ultra-realistic movkids, but, hey! Did we tell you ie experience in the history of ever! it spins? “No, way!” says one. Through Ripley’s timeless doors THE WILD WEST END: RE-DISCOVER “Yes, way!” says the other, and and walls of glass, discover seemingly STREET ARTIST 'COSMO' AND ENJOY they’re sold. endless rooms and hallways lined with Once at the top of the tower, wonder-filled cases and mysteriously THIS HISTORIC DALLAS LANDMARK the all-glass exterior provides stuffed figures one can only assume a clear 360-degree view of the impressive Dallas cityscape at one point were alive. Challenge the kids to unearth the weirdand skyline, viewed from inside or outside the restaurants, est, most bizarre, least normal object they can find among literally as the tower rotates at one full circle per hour. High-powthousands of curiosities. “Why, look, here are four stuffed ferrets, ered telescopes on deck allow you to peer down on the fully dressed in their Sunday best, sitting at a table playing a game bustling and colorful city below. Suddenly, you begin to noof gin rummy!” (Well, of course, Mom. Duh.) 30 • JUN 17
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Undeterred by the unexplainable, your children will enjoy browsing every nook and cranny of Ripley’s as if taken back in time to the original discovery that led to the enigmatic specimen arriving there, in Grand Prairie, just so we could all be simultaneously enticed and disgusted by it. In fact, it’s highly recommended that you take as many photos as possible of your children standing with their favorite exhibits. Strangely, this is likely to be one of their most treasured childhood memories. Don’t be the Mom who didn’t bring her camera into Ripley’s. Just don’t. This is one venue you do not want to miss. Tickets and passes to events can be purchased individually or as a package deal for a discounted rate. ALL ABOARD THE COTTON BELT TRAIN For the train enthusiast in your life, the Cotton Belt Depot is home to actual vintage Grapevine Railroad locomotives from the 1920s and ’30s. These aren’t replicas and they sure as anything are not the zoo train! There are two trains: Puffy, an 1896 steam engine and the oldest running locomotive in the entire Southern United States, isn’t anticipated to be operational this summer, but will be back in service in 2018. In the meantime, Vinny, a GP-7 diesel engine that has been running since 1953, is up to the task of running the rails. These authentic railroad locomotive trains are maintained and housed at the downtown Grapevine Station, just as they have been for nearly 100 years. Unlike the view from the back seat of a minivan, this train ride delivers something much different. It is a locomotive, heavy and strong that travels along real wood and steel railroad tracks laid across the Texas terrain, worlds away from freeway interchanges or congested tollways. What kids will see instead are Grapevine Station and the surrounding historic area on Main Street; an authentic vintage locomotive that you get to actually ride in and experience firsthand; and part of Fort Worth that possesses true Texas charm. The main attraction is the train ride along the original Cotton Belt Route, which runs about 27 miles between Grapevine Station on Main Street in Grapevine and to the Stockyard Station in Fort Worth. During summer months, the train departs Friday through Sunday at 1 p.m. and arrives in Fort Worth at about 2:20 p.m. Passengers debark the train and have time to take part in one of many activities in downtown Fort Worth before boarding the train at 4:05 p.m. and making the journey back to Grapevine Station. The journey ends upon arrival in Grapevine around 5:45 p.m. While at the Stockyards, grab a bite to eat at one of the many charming restaurants or cafes and be sure to explore the Cowtown Cattlepen Maze. The perch above the maze allows parents to keep an eye on their wandering kiddos and provides a great place to take photos. It’s an all-day affair and perfect for anyone who loves trains, trains and more trains. MOMMY, CAN I PET HIM? What a joy to watch a child’s face light up the first time he reaches out to pet a live farm animal. Whether it’s a baby goat nibbling feed from his hands or perhaps a baby duckling following him around, fm STYLE Magazine
the animals at Fritz Park Petting Farm have made it possible for parents to capture precious memories with their families since 1970. The farm is open only June through July (closed on Mondays) and weather permitting, of course. If you grew up near the Irving farm, you now have the opportunity to bring your own offspring back to the same Fritz’s Farm you loved as a child. Fritz’s Park Petting Farm provides the perfect safe and controlled environment to allow kiddos to connect with domesticated critters such as goats, chickens, deer, lambs, rabbits and even tamed giant turkeys. The park is well-shaded and suitable for guests of all ages. The farmhands take every possible question a kid can throw at them and turn it into a teaching moment about farm life, for people and animals both who spend their entire lives on farms. Fritz’s Park Petting Farm is a longtime Dallas favorite and surely will be for even more generations to come. Be sure to tag your photos #SummerStyleDFW on social media so we can see your adventures. Happy summer, friends! JUN 17 • 31
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We have relocated with my husband’s job several times now, and Nicole Smith is by far the best realestate agent we have worked with. Not only was she well-versed on all of the relocation paperwork, but she helped us navigate it as well. She helped us buy our house in Grapevine when we moved there, and then helped us sell it four years later. Both times, her professionalism, expertise, responsiveness and attention to detail were top-notch. L. Hoening
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LONG-TIME TEACHERS I’ve noticed since we have attended CCY, the teachers have been there for a long time. I will continue to keep my children at the CCY of Wellington as long as they can attend because of the love, attention, and curriculum that they provide to my children. S.W.
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CREATING A SPACE OF OUR DREAMS We are so incredibly happy with the work done by Décor to Your Door. Christine has a very talented team. Craig took all our special things and made them fit into the new décor. I cannot wait to have the team do our next two rooms. I can’t believe this is my home! Kim Johnson YOU GET SO MUCH MORE Everyone at DTYD is exceptionally professional and knowledgeable—from design concept to the walk through, material selection and final delivery. I’m forever grateful for choosing DTYD because of the quality of both product and service. Johnnie Yellock II TRUSTED WITH THREE HOUSES Décor to Your Door has always been a great partner in creating beautiful spaces. As a client, I especially appreciate their willingness to listen to my ideas. The end result is always something I feel reflects my esthetic and makes me very happy. Charleen Wuellner
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CUSTOMER FOR LIFE Albert and his staff are pros at taking care of the customer. I am very value conscious, and they will discuss any services to help prioritize what needs to be addressed now and what can wait. They always give me great pricing, great advice and have never let me down. Jeff V.
THEY CARE ABOUT THE CUSTOMER AND THE CAR I have bounced around to several car repair shops in the area and have always left less than satisfied. I recently had the good fortune of going to Kwik Kar for some maintenance and an inspection. The entire team was very professional and knowledgeable on all aspects of my vehicle. I have now found a home for my car needs. Marty Y.
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ON-SITE PC SERVICES EXCELLENT On-Site PC Services did an excellent job helping our company. We had multiple issues with our email, viruses, internet, printers, etc., and they straightened us out in no time. Since hiring them as our IT support provider, we have had nothing but positive experiences and peace of mind that we are now properly set up and protected. Amy Vaughn EXCELLENT SERVICE Patriot Mobile recently engaged On-Site to manage all our IT functions such as email services, storage management, and AWS management, etc., so that we can focus on our core competency; marketing and selling cell phones and nationwide cell phone service. The transition was smooth and we are excited to know that our IT resides with very capable and skilled professionals. Glenn Story OUTSTANDING SERVICE These guys are top-notch! Each request we have submitted has been immediately addressed and resolved within the same day. They have outstanding customer service and their staff has an answer for every problem. I wouldn’t recommend any other IT service other than On-Site PC. Courtney Huck Brian Davis Casey Davis
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Meet Tuff & Scout BROTHER & SISTER BLACK LAB/BOXER MIX 11 YEARS OLD FAVORITE ACTIVITY: Tuff loves playing with balls and destroying squeakers, while Scout also loves balls and seeking out loaves of bread to steal. PERSONALITY AT A GLIMPSE: They have been together all their lives, and Tuff has become a guide dog for Scout since she is mostly blind due to cataracts. They are both sweet and social and love sharing snuggles. IDEAL HOME INCLUDES: Tuff would love someone to play ball with him, while Scout would benefit from someone willing to learn her sight limitations. Both are good with older children and other dogs. Adopting this pair would be incredibly rewarding for the right family.
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eighborhood homes typically feature garages that should provide ample space for the two-vehicle family as well as bikes, kids’ sports equipment and the requisite workbench/paintcan shelf. But over time, the paraphernalia begins to encroach on the Escalade and, before he knows it, Dad is parking in the driveway. It’s time to reclaim the garage and return the space to its intended purposes. And, in the process, discover how cool and efficient your home’s storage space can actually be.
FIRST THINGS FIRST Before tackling an update or renovation of your garage, determine your budget. From there you can prioritize your goals for the best method to corral your messy mess. Then a day of organization is in order. Toss the trash, banish the broken sports equipment and donate toys and treasures your household no longer uses. All of it! After the dust has settled (and the tears dried over the scooter someone can’t believe you gave away), you are ready for action. Make a list of your goals. Do you want to create better storage? Get the bikes up and out of the way? Do you need an organization system for sports gear? Would you like an assembly that can be added onto as your budget allows? Do you have the time and patience for a DIY project or does a professional install seem the only way to go? FIND A PRO Like many home improvement projects that seem like an easy weekend job, installing an efficient garage storage system can be
quite a chore. Companies that specialize in garage renovations, like GarageExperts in North Fort Worth, can design and customize products to best suit your needs, saving you time and successive trips to the home improvement store. Plus, garage pros can best address your design questions and even refinish your floor to the envy of everyone on the block. Expect to explore a variety of storage options—from open shelving to custom cabinets. When it comes to hard-to-corral items such as garden tools and unwieldy sporting equipment, a slat-wall system with relocatable hooks, hangers, baskets and bins should get the job done. Also be sure to address your fifth wall: the ceiling. It’s the perfect place to install a storage system for seldom-used items such as Christmas décor and ladders. Once you’ve transformed the garage into a space that’s clean and well-organized, don’t forget about safety. Get your garage door inspected by a pro; ensure sensors work properly and your spring is in good shape. A fire extinguisher should be within easy reach (which you know how to use) plus smoke and carbon dioxide detectors installed. You might also update lighting and place sensors to let you know when you’ve pulled your vehicle in far enough. Finally, consider covering stained or cracked concrete floor with an epoxy finish. Not only will your garage look like a dealership showroom, but the surface will also be durable and easy to clean. And the next time your block party gets rained out, move the festivities into your garage without thinking twice.
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here’s a new camera on the market that has everybody talking, and if Dad is a videography enthusiast, he’ll want to hear what people are saying. The 360fly has catapulted 360-degree filming to an all-new height with the 360fly 4K HD Video Camera and accompanying Livit mobile software app, allowing him to capture a video and then send the footage straight to the app on his phone. Although 360fly has manufactured previous versions of the 360-degree camera, the 4K HD adaptation produces by far the best quality images. This tech gadget has a brilliantly designed, orb-inspired body casing that is lightweight, extremely durable and waterproof in depths up to 130 feet. Whether Dad is perfecting his cannonball in the backyard pool or snorkeling in the Caribbean, it’ll capture any underwater adventure. The compact camera can be mounted to virtually any surface, whether you stick it on a skateboard, surfboard or bike helmet. It’s designed
with a quarter-inch screw on the bottom for a tripod and other mounting accessories, some of which are magnetic for easy point-of-view shooting as well as overall swivel maneuverability. With this device, users have the option to shoot first-person point of view, 360-degree shots or time-lapse filming. Think of the lens as a fly’s eye: Multiple visual receptors capture imagery at 50 frames per second, and with 360fly’s Livit software, the result is an incredibly realistic, crisp and exciting 360-degree video experience. Once Dad has captured 4K video of himself shooting a massive curl on his surfboard or witnessing an incredible view of New York City from atop the Empire State Building, he’ll probably want his social media followers to know about it. The 360fly 4K makes it easy. He can edit and share videos in less than two minutes. The camera comes with its own editing software, 360 Director, which allows him to post videos directly to Facebook, YouTube and Instagram from his smartphone. The 360fly 4K HD Video Camera brings voyages to life in a brilliant 4K, instantly shareable format that just might make Dad—or any adventure eseeker—the next YouTube sensation.
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Google’s compact 4K media player packs a punch when it comes to streaming high-resolution videos, movies and music. Simply connect it to the HDMI port of any hi-def TV. Even if Dad doesn’t have a 4K TV yet, he can still use it for enhanced streaming media, using his smartphone or tablet as the remote. Target | $70
2. SONY - XB50BS SPORTS WIRELESS IN-EAR HEADPHONES Whether Dad runs, bikes or lounges poolside, these Sony Extra Bass Sports headphones are made specifically with him in mind. Ergonomically designed earpieces keep the buds securely in place no matter how hard he pushes himself (or naps). Durable, sweatproof and Bluetooth-compatible—what more could he want? Works with most operating systems. Best Buy | $60
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Ask Alexa to play a tune, check the weather or create a shopping list with Amazon’s Echo Dot, an affordable voice-controlled gadget that responds to virtually any voice command. The Dot plays music through its built-in speaker or Dad’s Bluetooth-compatible headphones. Just don’t ask Alexa to fix Dad his favorite snack. That’s on you. Amazon.com | $50
4. VICTROLA SUITCASE RECORD PLAYER For audiophiles who have embraced the return of vinyl, this vintage-inspired, three-speed Victrola turntable plays records and albums through its built-in stereo speakers. Both portable and Bluetooth compatible, the player also enables wireless streaming via smartphones, MP3 players or other audio devices. Get one in Dad’s favorite color: red, black or turquoise. Bed Bath & Beyond | $48
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hen planning your next family vacation, instead of searching for swimming pools and rollercoasters to entertain your troop, think road trips and camping, hiking and picnicking. Visiting one or two of America’s 400-plus national parks can give your family a much-needed respite from run-of-the-mill summer destinations.
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve One of the largest national parks in Alaska, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve occupies a vast area—3.3 million acres to be exact—of southeast Alaska’s Inside Passage. The national park is located 65 miles northwest of Juneau in the small town of Gustavus. Since the town is only accessible by plane or boat, you can catch a flight, take the ferry or charter a boat to reach the park.
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Home to the park headquarters, the visitor center, a lodge and restaurant, and a campground, Bartlett Cove is 10 miles from Gustavus. The cove, which lies within Glacier Bay Park, is the starting point for forest and riverside trails. On land, Glacier Bay boasts a large bear population, both brown and black. But it’s not the bears to watch out for. Although moose are captivating creatures to observe, it’s best to keep a safe distance from this massive land-lover as well. While hiking and offshore sightseeing is limited to the Bartlett Cove area, this is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what you can see and do. Marine waters make up almost one-fifth of the park, which is home to the endangered humpback whale, orcas, threatened Stellar sea lions and sea otters. Most of the park’s activities are water-centered. Kayaking, river rafting, fishing, whale watching and glacier viewing are all popular. Tourist season runs from late May through early September, peaking in July. Although open the rest of the year, the park’s visitor services are extremely limited—meaning you are on your own. If you love a rainy day, you’re in luck; the park’s forecast generally calls for an abundance of the wet stuff. Waterproof boots, rain gear,
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BOARDINGPASS national parks gloves and a warm coat may mean heavier luggage, but after spending a day or so in 50 to 60 degree “summer” temperatures, your body will thank you—and so will your dry feet. NPS.gov/glba
Saguaro National Park Although considered one park, Saguaro National Park in Arizona is actually split into two districts, each on either side of the city of Tucson, in the middle of the Sonoran desert. Home to the world’s largest cacti—the giant saguaro—Tucson sits between the two districts of Saguaro National Park, the Tucson Mountain District on the west and the Rincon Mountain District on the east. Thirty miles separates the two parts, and while each side may have cacti in common, when you set out to explore each district you’ll discover just how unique they are. On the west, the Tucson Mountain District features large stands of saguaro cactus, creating a forest of the enormous cacti. While in this district, you’ll want to visit the Signal Hill Picnic Area to view hundreds of ancient petroglyphs. On the east, the high altitudes of the Rincon Mountains make for great hiking and biking trails. Just be sure to stay away from the bears and cougars, which call this area home. In this district you’ll want to take a scenic car or bike ride around the Cactus Forest Loop Drive, which offers breathtaking views of the Rincon Mountains. The iconic symbol of the American southwest—the Saguaro—begins to bloom in late April with the fruits ripening in June and July. If you’re planning a trip this summer, it’s best to go early; August is monsoon season in the Sonoran desert. NPS.gov/sagu
Yosemite National Park One of the largest and oldest national parks in the United States, Yosemite National Park covers nearly 750,000 acres of land in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. Open 24 hours per day 365 days per year, the park is more than just campgrounds and hiking trails. While there are roughly 800 miles of trails, the park is also a mecca for rock climbers. Lessons and guided tours for beginner to advanced climbers are offered. Waterfalls are some of Yosemite National Park’s biggest attractions. Thousands of cascades speckle the sides of mountains and granite formations. Of them, Yosemite Falls is one of the tallest (it features nearly a half-mile drop) in North America and ranks as fifth highest in the world. As national parks go, Yosemite is an experience. You can certainly rough it at one of 13 campgrounds or stay at a AAA four-diamond hotel. The Majestic Yosemite Hotel not only offers luxury accommodations, but fine dining as well. If you prefer picnicking to cheese plates and wine lists, you can choose from a variety of dining options throughout the park, which are open from sunup to sundown. NPS.gov/yose
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he next time you spend the day strolling the lush gardens of the Dallas Arboretum, don’t head for home before discovering a nearby foodie destination. Venture directly across the street to Smoky Rose, one of Dallas’ newest culinary gems. With its laidback garden setting and enticing menu options, the chef-driven smokehouse and restaurant is just the place to relax on a summer afternoon. Comfortable but elegant, the restaurant merges the best aspects of a smokehouse with all the creativity and flavor of a chef-driven kitchen. The result is an inspired, barbecue-centric menu that offers the best of both worlds: classic barbecue and composed entrées. Craving a saucy slab of pork ribs? Or how about a light, fresh salad piled high with smoked turkey or salmon? The choice
is up to you. This unique blend is what sets Smoky Rose apart in Dallas’ ever-evolving food scene. “[We offer] world-class barbecue for the most discriminating barbecue fans along with chef-inspired creations for every taste and preference,” says pitmaster Mike Sharp. A native Texan, Sharp operates by the barbecue mantra that “if you’re lookin’, you ain’t cookin.’” He believes that barbecue should be smoky, moist and tender. He loves to dig into some barbecue chicken, but when he’s cooking, brisket is his thing. “It’s not for the novice pitmaster,” Sharp says. “Every brisket is a challenge to perfect.” At Smoky Rose, the brisket is darn near perfect. The lean beef boasts a thin bark on
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LOCALFLAVOR review top with a subtle smokiness in each bite. Each brisket is a labor of love for Tyler Hutt, also a pitmaster at the smokehouse. “It takes hundreds if not thousands of briskets cooked before you figure out the nuances and techniques required,” he says. “The relationship and passion between man and meat is what makes barbecue great.” When an urge for barbecue beckons, Smoky Rose offers plenty of variety; the menu is loaded with brisket, pulled pork, chicken, turkey, ribs and house-made sausage. Order by the half-pound and make it a meal with a heaping side of gourmet comfort food. We love Smoky Rose’s sophisticated approach to the classics such as coleslaw, potato salad, and macaroni and cheese, which is made with a gouda béchamel cheese sauce and panko crumbs. The deviled eggs, a family recipe of executive chef David “Spoon” Gauthier, is the house favorite. The yolks are whipped and creamy, and beet juice gives the entire appetizer a lovely pink hue. You’ll definitely want to post on Instagram before you pop one of these beauties in your mouth. Chef Spoon, who acquired his nickname when he was a cook in the United States Army, doesn’t do bland and boring—it’s not the Texas way. “Currently, I’m drawing culinary inspiration from simply being in Dallas,” he says. “The flavors are different here. They’re bigger and bolder, and I’ve been finding the balance between here and from where I moved in Tennessee.” He particularly enjoys cooking with flavor-packed turmeric and includes the ingredient in even the most surprising of places: the house-made pickles. Everything on the menu, though, is a delight for the taste buds. Chef Spoon learned from his Italian grandmother to play with food and be creative. He’s doing just that at Smoky Rose, adjusting the menu as the seasons change, and continuously rotating the types of steak used in his kitchen. “The Smokehouse Steak dish is my favorite to prepare,” he says, “because I get to be creative with the plating.” The ’cue might get you here, but Smoky Rose is much more than just smoked meats. The restaurant offers more than 15 domestic craft beers on tap, an impressive wine list and a handful of craft cocktails that Sharp says are quickly developing a following of their own. The sprawling covered patio, surrounded by beautiful blooms, will certainly inspire you to order a glass of something cold and relax for a bit. The Smoky Rose (with Gompers gin, St. Germain Elderflower liqueur, strawberries and fresh lemon juice) is cool refreshment. On the sweet side of the menu, we recommend staying true to Texas with an order of the Chocolate Pecan Pie. It’s served with a Bulleit bourbon glaze, as if an unadorned slice wasn’t tempting enough. Smoky Rose is a restaurant that’s uniquely fancy and relaxed, with a menu that aims to please every palate. Pull up a chair on the massive outdoor patio and prepare for some of the best barbecue in Big D.
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NICE TOUCH: Garnish with candied grapefruit and candied jalapeño.
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When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. And when you’re passionate about the restaurant industry, you find a way to keep going even when your job ends. When Andy Sedino was let go from his job working for a regional barbecue franchise in 2012, he continued to do what he did best—Texas barbecue. His staunch refusal to become a corporate statistic launched him into entrepreneurial status when he opened Meat U Anywhere BBQ in Grapevine in October 2014. Now with a second location in Trophy Club, Sedino has become more than just a success story—he’s building a brand. “Our faith in God has been our strength,” Sedino says. “We had angels watching over us and friends and family who always believed in me.” In addition to the clever name, which is a nod to the company’s catering service that preceded the storefront, Meat U Anywhere BBQ has forged its place in town for great food served by friendly folks. The walkup ordering system lets customers see exactly what’s offered and sample any meat before ordering, reminiscent of Sedino’s mother’s kitchen. From slow-smoked brisket, ribs, chicken, turkey, pork and sausages to scrumptious sides worthy of a trip alone, the menu will satisfy the finickiest barbecue fan. If you’ve not tried the Southern Style Creamed Corn yet, you’re in for a treat. We’ve been known to make our two-side choice a double helping—it’s that good! But you also can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, including Notcha Momma’s Slaw and Cowboy Campfire Pinto Beans, or pile your barbecue on top of a huge Spud for something fun and filling. The Jalapeño-Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese is sure to please, and who can say no to some Banana Puddin’ for dessert? Be sure to try the sauces, too, such as the MUA Sticky Red. You can order any menu item in large quantities for your next feast or have your event catered. If you can’t wait for lunch or supper for some good Texas barbecue, then come as early as 6 a.m., seven days a week, for the freshest breakfast tacos around. “We serve breakfast tacos all day long, because kids love them so much,” Sedino says. With Flower Mound situated between both locations, you’ll find either Grapevine or Trophy Club convenient for your ’cue fix. Visit the Grapevine location and you can even get free valet parking. What other barbecue joint offers that? If you happen to see a line out the door, never fear. The barbecue queue moves quickly and the taste is worth the wait.
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The Magic of Matilda The endearing children’s classic comes to life in Fort Worth
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hen you take a little girl with an extraordinary brain and precocious powers and give her a set of ridiculously challenging circumstances, she finds a way to not only overcome her difficulties, but to elevate others to change their lives, too. Matilda sets out to lead a minirevolution and changes her destiny fueled by ideas, dreams and the gumption of youth. So goes the inspiring plot of Matilda-The Musical, the awe-inspiring Broadway hit based on the novel by Roald Dahl that has won 50 international music awards, including four Tony Awards. The show, which ended its Broadway run in January, is completing its first coast-to-coast tour with an amazing cast of children and adults who bring the wellloved novel to life. The show plays at Fort Worth’s magnificent Bass Hall between June 13 and 18 with tickets starting at $45. The soundtrack is reason enough to find your way to the Bass for Matilda. Hits like “Revolting Children,” “When I Grow Up,” “Naughty” and “Miracle” will have you singing along! The original story, published by Roald Dahl in 1988, won the Children’s Book Award in 1999 and has been adapted into an audio reading by Kate Winslet, a 1996 feature film and a BBC radio program, plus has been performed on Broadway since 2013. The musical production has won the most Oliver Awards of any show and has toured in the United Kingdom, Australia and now the United States after beginning as a staple for the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon. The show will run for six days at Bass Hall, so don’t miss your chance to meet Matilda.
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Taking on the World Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull collaborate for an unstoppable tour
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hat do you get when you put together a Latin crooner and a Cuban-American rapper? The mix of Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull-The Rapper might seem like an improbable duo at first, but the two superstars toured together a few years ago and collaborated on Pitbull’s single “Messin’ Around” from his latest album, “Climate Change.” Now, they’re coming to American Airlines Center for a joint concert that’s worthy of dressing up for a night of dancing and singing along. The heartthrob and the tuxedo-clad rap star are sweeping the country and land in Dallas on June 16. Since his 1995 debut, Enrique Iglesias has sold over 100 million albums worldwide. Once his first English-language recording, “Bailamos,” reached No. 1 on the U.S. charts, his popularity in America skyrocketed. Son of Latin superstar Julio Iglesias, Enrique followed his initial success in the United States with other English-language hits such as “Be With You,” “Hero” and “I Like It.” So far, he has
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logged 27 No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Latin Songs Chart. Pitbull, also known as Armando Christian Perez, released “Climate Change,” his 10th album, in March. The Cuban-American rapper has teamed up in the past with the likes of Christina Aguilera, Chris Brown, Jennifer Lopez, Kesha, Shakira and Usher. The upcoming Latin boy band CNCO will open for the pair, and tickets are available through all the usual channels with prices starting at $39—basically a bargain for so much soul.
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WOUNDED WARRIOR HALF MARATHON, 10K & 5K JUNE 11 IRVING | It’s time to put your training, dedication and hard work to the test for a great cause in the Wounded Warrior Half Marathon. With an expected entrance of over 4,000 runners for this tremendous cause, the day is sure to be filled with the race-day combination of grit and fun. Whether you prefer a 10K and 5K, register now for the race that meets your level of challenge. Wounded Warrior Project connects, serves and empowers wounded military men and women by providing free services and support to veterans. Join the cause today! More info at RunGuides.com.
ALICE IN WONDERLAND JUNE 2-4
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WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | Once again, the Texas Ballet Theatre is taking flight to surprise, delight and amaze patrons, this time with a threeday performance of Alice in Wonderland at the Winspear Opera House. The timeless classic, based on the story by Lewis Carroll, is a favorite in the ballet world, and the Texas Ballet Theatre offers a perfect introduction for young and old alike to both ballet and a fine literary tradition. The show is choreographed by Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. and conducted by Joseph Horovitz.
SOMETHING ROTTEN! JUNE 13-25
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WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | Broadway’s hilarious new smash Something Rotten! tells the tale of two brothers, Nick and Nigel Bottom, in the year 1595. The pair set out to write the world’s first musical, following a soothsayer’s prophecy that their play will have dancing, singing and acting all at the same time. As a part of the 2016-2017 Broadway Series at the Winspear Opera House, this latest hit from Broadway comes to Dallas with 10 Tony nominations including Best Musical. Don’t miss it! Tickets start at $40.
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JUNE 10 TOYOTA STADIUM | Fins up, Buffett fans! It’s once again time for the annual summer-opening bash at Toyota Stadium! Come rain or shine, Parrotheads will converge for another weekend of summertime fun, this time with the bearded-before-beards-were-cool sensation ZZ Top. Parking opens Friday, June 9, at 9 a.m. until it’s sold out, with slots going from $100 for a single-space car to either a six-space RV spot for $600 or an eight-space RV spot for $800. VIP spots are already sold out, but tickets for the show are still available. For more information on policies and restrictions, go to FCDallas.com.
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CHICAGO & THE DOOBIE BROTHERS JUNE 16 STARPLEX PAVILLION | Nothing beats a blast from the past, and Chicago, the iconic American band formed in 1967, is rolling across the country with its entourage of saxophones, trombones, trumpets and keyboards. Considered one of the most successful groups of all time, Chicago has sold over 100 million records and has toured continuously for decades. They’ll be joined for this tour by the Doobie Brothers, the iconic American rock music band that has pleased crowds since 1969. Tickets range from cheap to steep for this night of throwback fun.
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WORLD’S LARGEST KARAOKE FEST AND COMPETITION JUNE 25 BILLY BOB’S FORT WORTH | With a winner-takesall purse of $10,000, why not take a turn at the karaoke mic and belt out your favorite tune? The event is open to Texas residents over the age of 18, and song choices come from all genres, not just country music. The qualifying event on June 25 will accept entrants to move on to the August 13 finals. Registration is online at BillyBobsTexas.com. This could be your moment to lip sync your way to stardom.
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JUNE 24 WINSTAR WORLD CASINO AND RESORT | If you head north on I-35 into Oklahoma, you’ll be greatly rewarded for your journey when you arrive at the Winstar World Casino and Resort. Jerry Seinfeld is scheduled with his live comedy routine for June 24, and brings with him decades of laugh-inducing on-point humor. Seinfeld, who got his start in 1981 on “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson,” later headlined his eponymous sitcom, “Seinfeld,” named the greatest television show of all time by TV Guide. This show is sold out, but don’t fret! Single seats are still available, and tickets will certainly pop up on ticket exchange sites as the performance date approaches.
JALAPEÑO HALF MARATHON JUNE 25 TRINITY PARK FORT WORTH | Register now for the fifth running of the Jalapeño Half Marathon. Registration is $85 on the day of the race, but you can register online at Mellew.com and save now. Race through a mostly flat course with a few turns, and celebrate with a jalapeno medal at the finish line of the chip-timed race. If you’re not up for a half marathon but want to race, a 10K and 5K are also available. Packet pick-up is June 24 at participating Academy Sports.
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STARS AND STRIPES 2017 JULY 3 SOUTHLAKE TOWN SQUARE | With so many choices for the July Fourth holiday, it’s best to plan now and arrive early, no matter where you choose to celebrate. For the area’s best early display of patriotism, no other option beats Southlake’s Stars & Stripes celebration on Monday night. Fireworks, music, inflatables and crafts provide fun for the whole family, so plan
PANTHER ISLAND PAVILION | Some say, “go big or go home,” and if you’re looking for the biggest fireworks show in North Texas, it’s downtown Fort Worth. The free full-day event at Panther Island Pavilion includes river tubing, a free KIDZONE, inflatables, live music and more. The fireworks show lights up downtown Fort Worth and the food, drink and fun are worth arriving early to claim your perfect vantage point. You can’t go wrong with the tried-and-true Fort Worth fireworks display.
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ohn and TJ Osborne are this year’s hottest country duo, having recently won two American Country Music awards for New Vocal Duo of the Year and Vocal Duo of the Year, and they’re headed to Flower Mound. Their debut album, “Pawn Shop,” features 11 singles that they performed on their Dirt Rich Tour as the opening act for Chris Stapleton. We recently talked with TJ, who lives in Nashville near John and the recording studio where the brothers are working on their next album.
PERFORMING AT THE ACM AWARDS IN LAS VEGAS WAS: a crazy, crazy thing. We’ve watched these shows since we were kids and dreamed of performing on them. We won one award ahead of time, so we were already heading into the show with our party hats on. But it’s hard to give your acceptance speech and remember who to thank because so many people helped get us here. It’s very unnerving to see that 30-second clock start counting down and the heat is on. The closest comparison I can come up with is being in a car accident, when time moves so slowly and you can’t get your bearings straight. It’s really bizarre. WHEN WE WERE KIDS, WE THOUGHT WE’D ONE DAY BECOME: performers. Our parents wrote and performed music, so we never consciously made a decision to play music; we just did. To be successful takes an unwavering mindset because you’re going to be told no so many times. You have to be relentless. If you go into it faint of heart, you won’t survive it. In order to dedicate time to it, you have to love what you do. THE BEST PART ABOUT TOURING IS: seeing our fans react to our music. Watching people sing the words back to us means more than any award or paycheck. That’s something you only get to experience while performing live—and why Bruce Springsteen toured as much as he did when he didn’t have to. It will never get old. It’s like a drug and nothing can take its place.
THE CRAZIEST CONCERT WE EVER PLAYED WAS: at a frat house in Oxford, Mississippi [at Ole Miss]. We’ve seen our share of fights—and girls fight each other a lot—but at this concert it was unseasonably cold, the frat was hosting a crab boil, so it was really smelly and someone had vomited on the rug before we came out. Right as we were about to perform, a guy pulled the fire alarm, so we had to evacuate. Then, we came back in, but the power was messed up, and so our amps worked but the lights didn’t come back on until about halfway through our set, so we played in the dark. When we went to leave, we found our keys were locked in our van. We finally get home and realize we’ve left our guitars back in Mississippi. That’s hard to top. WHAT MATTERS MOST IS: being honest and writing a good song. We have some songs that feature bigger production and some that are more stripped down; it’s about being true to who you are. We couldn’t be anything else and be good at it. If a song doesn’t have any success, then we can hang our hats on the fact that we did it our way. OUR GREATEST MUSICAL INFLUENCES: are legends like Merle Haggard. He was such a good singer and songwriter, and the songs he sang were honest. We were big fans of his career. We also have an overwhelming amout of admiration for Darrell Scott. He might not have a ton of fame or notoriety, but he’s an amazingly talented musician. And we feel fortunate to get to play shows with people who inspire us like Chris Stapleton.
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