Preston Hollow People September 2017

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MUSIC FOR THE YEARS

Jaap van Zweden will close out a decade as Dallas Symphony Orchestra music director with a season to remember. PAGE 16

BERT HULSELMANS

WET SUMMER RAISES WEST NILE THREAT

PRIVATE SCHOOL PREVIEW HELPS FAMILIES CHOOSE

MEET DALLAS’ ‘10 BEST DRESSED’

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Officials warn residents to stay vigilant as mosquitoes trapped along the Preston Road corridor test positive for the virus.

Representatives from more than one hundred private day and boarding schools from across the nation will participate.

Fashionable philanthropists will model designer Zac Posen’s 2017 resort collection at Crystal Charity Ball’s fashion show and luncheon.


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few weeks ago, our editorial team and I participated in a taping possibly to be included in a documentary. Two Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism students, Samantha Oberman and Rachel Wolfe, asked People Newspapers, as well as news organizations across the country, to participate. Their project is called Breaking the News [see breakingthenewsdoc.com], and their objective is to explore the disconnect between journalistic aims and public perception and the difference between national and community newspapers. On the About page from their website: “Aspiring journalists don’t go into the media industry for the money. They don’t believe they will find the stability of a nine to five job, or the protection of an office’s four walls. Instead, the majority of journalists set out to do good work in the world: to ask the hard questions, to hold people accountable, and to increase the accessibility of information. Even the framers of the US Constitution believed in journalism’s role in upholding a democratic society, protecting the field in the First Amendment.” When I was asked what role we play in our community as journalists, my short answer was, we are truth-tellers; it is our job to find the facts and report them. Well, my friends, last month we failed in a big way. I hate making excuses. I like to ac-

PAT M A R T I N knowledge my mistakes and figure out how to change the process to avoid them in the future. The truth is, we did not follow our own processes; we didn’t listen to each other, we miscommunicated, we pushed deadlines (more than usual), and then we did not do our due diligence (fact checking). We deviated from our process in order to meet our press deadline — inexcusable! This truly upsets me, because our team works very hard and takes a lot of pride in their work to represent our company and the communities we serve in the appropriate way. We sincerely regret the errors, laid out below. And I personally hope that we can restore your faith in us as your trusted source for community news. Pat Martin, Publisher pat.martin@peoplenewspapers.com

CORRECTIONS Contrary to reports in Leaders, Legends, And Landmarks: Nancy Goodman Brinker lives; Dallas has had three female mayors; the asking price for Tom Hicks’ former Preston Hollow estate

is $48.9 million; and Don Henley’s album Cass County came out in 2015. Mistakes and typos in the special section have been corrected online. People Newspapers regrets the errors.

Crime ....................................................... 4

Sports .................................................... 34

News ...................................................... 10

Ten Best Dressed.................................. 36

Community ........................................... 16

Society ................................................... 38

Schools .................................................. 20

Living Well ............................................. 53

Business ................................................. 28

Classifieds .............................................. 59

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Crime

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BRIEFS

BUSES ARE BACK, BE SAFE

CRIME REPORTS: JULY 10 - AUG. 13 S KU L D U GGERY of the MO N TH

JOSHUA BAETHGE

A bus driver posts rules for students. With school resuming, students and motorists both need to practice extra care, the Dallas Police Department warns. “Drivers should be aware that children are out walking or biking to school and slow down, especially in residential areas and school zones,” according to dpdbeat.com. Remember: Yellow flashing lights indicate a bus is getting ready to stop; red flashing lights and an extended stop sign indicate children are getting on or off. “Drivers in both directions must stop their vehicles and wait until the lights go off, the stop sign is back in place, and the bus is moving before they can start driving again.” Parents should teach children to be careful while waiting and boarding buses, police say. • Board only after the bus comes to a complete stop and the driver has instructed you to get on. • Board only your bus and never an alternate one. • Always stay in clear view of the bus driver and never walk behind the bus. • Be a good role model for your younger brothers and sisters and friends, and help them learn and practice the safety rules.

HIDE STUFF, AVOID THEFT

Thieves and burglars are watching when motorists park and leave their vehicles, police warn. To avoid returning to find a car window broken, officers recommend motorists not leave valuables visible in the car. “That sounds like ‘common sense,’ but drivers/passengers do leave items of value in plain view every day,” according to dpdbeat. com. “If you leave valuable items visible in your car, your car is automatically a target.” Items commonly stolen from vehicles: • Backpacks, gym bags, briefcases, day planners • Cash/coins, checkbooks, credit/debit cards • Wallets and purses • Laptop computers • iPods and MP3 players • Cell phones • Portable GPS navigation systems • Stereo/CD players, amps, speakers • Jewelry, keys, mail • Tools

TALK ABOUT HAVING NOTHING TO WEAR Stolen between 5 and 5:49 p.m. Aug. 1: Clothing from an apartment in the 6800 block of Bandera Avenue.

JULY 10 At 7:25 p.m. at or near Cooper Aerobics Center on Preston Road, a Miami Beach, Florida, man’s property was taken and an Arlington, Texas, woman’s hair was pulled. JULY 11 Stolen between 1:25 and 1:35 a.m.: property from the unlocked tool box on a pickup truck parked near a home in the 8700 block of Rexford Drive. JULY 12 Taken before 1 a.m.: cash from a 2002 Lexus MDX at a home in the 7100 block of Eudora Drive. JULY 13 Pried open before 7:11 a.m.: the rear sliding glass door to enter and take tools from a vacant home remodel site in the 9900 block of Hathaway Street. JULY 14 Broken at 4:05 p.m.: a window to take cash from a University Park couple’s vehicle parked near the Cooper Aerobics Center on Preston Road. JULY 15 Taken between 4:30 and 4:32 a.m.: property from a vehicle and a garage at a home in the 4800 block of West Amherst Avenue. Burglarized before 5:40 a.m.: Omaha Steaks in the 10800 block of Preston Road. Taken between noon and 2 p.m.: cash from a vehicle parked near the Town North Family YMCA on Northaven Road. JULY 17 Stolen between 4 and 4:20 p.m.: property from a vehicle parked near a home in the 4200 block of Beechwood Lane. JULY 18 Taken before 1:30 a.m.: an Austin woman’s purse at Time Out Tavern Sports Bar on West Lovers Lane. JULY 19 Stolen before 12:30 p.m.: construction tools near Prosperity Bank on West Northwest Highway.

JULY 21 Taken between 4:45 and 5:15 a.m.: property from near a home in the 5300 block of Ravine Drive.

AUG. 3 Stolen before 9 a.m.: a firearm from an unlocked vehicle at a home in the 7200 block of Yamini Drive.

JULY 22 Burglarized before 8:27 a.m.: a home in the 4200 block of West Northwest Highway.

AUG. 5 Stolen before 2 p.m.: property after prying open the rear door of a vehicle at a home in the 5100 block of Elsby Avenue.

JULY 23 Stolen before 10 a.m.: property from a vehicle at a home in the 7800 block of Midbury Drive.

AUG. 7 Forced open to take property between 11:55 a.m. and 1:20 p.m.: a Dallas man’s vehicle parked near Cooper Aerobics Center on Preston Road.

JULY 25 Stolen between 2 and 3 p.m.: a vehicle near Fishin’ World on Taos Road. JULY 26 Broken into between noon and 1 p.m.: a TechScape Landscape Inc. trailer near a home in the 6500 block of Bandera Avenue. JULY 28 Stolen between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m.: a 52-year-old woman’s cell phone from an unlocked home in the 11700 block of Parwen Drive. JULY 29 Stolen at 2:42 p.m.: an unlocked vehicle near a home in the 6400 block of Lakehurst Avenue. JULY 30 Pried open between 3:30 and 3:50 p.m.: a rear window to take the third-row seats from a McKinney woman’s vehicle at Preston Forest Village. JULY 31 Snatched between 10 and 10:10 a.m.: a University Park woman’s wallet from her open purse at Trader Joe’s in Inwood Village. AUG. 1 Damaged between 1:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.: a rear window of a vehicle at a home in the 10600 block of Sandpiper Lane. AUG. 2 Stolen between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: the license plate off a Royse City woman’s vehicle near Dougherty’s Pharmacy in Preston Royal Village.

AUG. 8 Cut overnight before 8:30 a.m.: a mesh top to take property from a vehicle at a home in the 4600 block of West Amherst Avenue. AUG. 9 Smashed before 1:15 p.m.: the rear glass door of home in the 6800 block of Walnut Hill Lane. Taken: Miscellaneous property. Between 3 and 3:10 p.m., a shoplifter took clothing without paying from Gucci at NorthPark Center. AUG. 10 Stolen at 5:30 p.m.: a tailgate off a pickup truck in the parking lot at the Dallas Texas Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Willow Lane. AUG. 11 Between 1:50 and 2 p.m., a shoplifter grabbed clothing and fled from Burberry at NorthPark Center. AUG. 12 Cut before 11:30 a.m.: a lock to steal property at Extra Space Storage on Inwood Road. AUG. 13 Cut at 12:11 a.m.: a lock at a construction site in the 9800 block of Hillcrest Drive. Stolen between 1 and 1:10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Episcopal School on Midway Road: a trailer loaded with camping supplies.

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News

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DALLAS MANDATES PET MICROCHIPPING New rule eliminates yearly registration By Lisa Ferguson Special Contributor

“We had low compliance with the registration. It really wasn’t doing what was intended.” Gabrielle Vannini

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andy Evans knows firsthand the heartbreak that can result when a family pet goes miss-

ing. The longtime Preston Hollow resident remembered feeling distraught when, more than two decades ago, her dog Buffy, a golden retriever-Irish setter mix, escaped from home. “We thought she was gone” for good, Evans recalled. However, days later, she received a phone call from someone who had found the dog miles away in Carrollton and used information from its registration tags to reunite the pooch and her owner. Back then, pet identification in the form of microchips did not yet exist. In the years since, Evans has

made it a point to have each dog she has owned outfitted with the devices. “I’d microchip my grandchildren if I could,” she joked. In June, Dallas City Council enacted an ordinance that mandates microchipping for all dogs and cats 4 months of age and older. About the size of a grain of rice, microchips are injected beneath animals’ skin. When scanned with a special reader, they reveal a code belonging to one of several companies that maintain national databases and store pet owners’ contact information. The city’s microchipping ordinance replaces the requirement for pet owners to register their fourlegged friends annually. Those who registered or renewed a registration within the past year are not required to have their pets chipped until the registration expires. “We had low compliance with the registration. It really wasn’t doing what was intended,” said Gabrielle Vannini, spokesperson for Dallas Animal Services, which implants microchips for $15. They are also administered at private veterinary offices, which typically charge around $50.

How Does It Work?

The small, electronic chip enclosed in a glass cylinder about the same size as a grain of rice does not have a battery. When a scanner is passed over the area where the chip is injected, its radiowaves activate the chip and access its information. Source: American Veterinary Medical Association

In 2016, DAS microchipped 12,113 animals that were either adopted from its shelter on North Westmoreland Road or brought to the facility by their owners to undergo the procedure. Between January and early August of this year, it chipped 9,176 animals. Besides assisting DAS in identifying animals that arrive at the shelter, Vannini said mandatory microchipping may also help alleviate the loose-dog epidemic that plagues some parts of the city, particularly South Dallas, where thousands of canines reportedly roam neighborhood streets. “There’s obviously not one thing that’s going to solve a loose-dog problem, but this is something that

I think is going to really help,” she said. The ordinance will be enforced when a pet is caught by animal-control officers on city streets and is impounded. “If your dog comes in [to the shelter] and it’s not chipped, you will be cited and fined for that,” she explained, adding that penalties will be determined by a judge. North Dallas has not experienced a problem with numerous stray dogs inhabiting area streets. “I think a lot of the dogs you’re going to be seeing out there tend to be owned,” Vannini said, “so having a microchip and being able to get them back to their owner, and educate their owner on ways to keep

the dog inside and not roaming, are going to be the positive effects.” Dr. Mike Escobedo of Cornerstone Animal Clinic said he has not experienced an uptick in requests for microchips since the ordinance went into effect, likely because more than 75 percent of his four-legged patients already have them. “These are responsible pet owners and they’re going to do it if we recommend it,” which doctors at the Preston Road clinic have done for years, he explained. “At our practice, we’re very lucky. … We’re going into [exam] rooms and doing annuals [examinations] and talking to owners and finding out, ‘Oh, you’re already microchipped.’”

West Nile Risks Rising

More cases, one death reported as season peaks By Sarah Bays Special Contributor

Health officials recommend following the four Ds to avoid mosquito bites and viruses such as West Nile. DEET When outside, use insect repellent containing DEET or other EPA-approved ingredients. DRESS Wear long, loose, light-colored clothing outside. The insects are attracted to dark colors. DRAIN Drain or treat all standing water around your home. DUSK AND DAWN Limit outdoor activities at dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are most active.

An unusually rainy summer could play a role in West Nile levels continuing to rise heading into the school year. “The rain does bring more mosquitoes,” said Renae Crutchfield, spokesperson for Dallas County Health and Human Services. “At this time we are in the peak of mosquito season,” she said, adding that the department expects the number of human cases to spike going forward. “This is not going to be abnormal — although it is not good news.” Neighborhoods along the Preston Road corridor are seeing the evidence from Highland Park to north of the Galleria. A North Dallas man recently became the first in Dallas to die from the virus this year. The resident of the 75248 zip code [north of Beltline Road, between the Dal-

las North Tollway and Coit Road] was diagnosed with West Nile virus on July 14. The county reported his death on July 28, adding that he did have underlying medical conditions as well. In late July and early August, mosquito samples taken in Highland Park tested positive for West Nile, prompting ground-spraying east of Preston Road, roughly between Travis Street and McFarlin Boulevard. More spraying was done later at town tennis courts and public rights of way. As of Aug. 15, nine human West Nile cases have been reported this year in Dallas County, with several in Far North Dallas and one as close as the Vickery Park area. As for the weather, June saw more than double its normal rainfall and July nearly double, according to iweathernet.com. Rainfall measured at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport totaled 8.44 inches in

June, including a record 3.84 inches on June 24. July got 4.12 inches. The city of Dallas traps mosquitoes weekly for testing and monitors known breeding sites, often applying larvicide. Residents have a role to play, too, according to dallascityhall.com. In addition, to elimiating standing water on their own properties, residents may report problem locations. Call 3-1-1 to report standing water in ditches, vacant lots, or neighboring properties as well as dead birds such as blue jays, cardinals, doves, owls, and hawks. After a record-breaking number of traps testing positive in 2016, DCHHS director Dr. Zachary Thomas announced in March plans to begin public alerts and mosquito surveillance early. “West Nile virus is still going to be public enemy No. 1, and we’re encouraging Dallas County residents to be prepared,” he said.





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HP Presbyterian Plans Open-Concept Renovation

Construction to expand building, add underground parking begins in 2018 Lorelei Day

People Newspapers On Sunday mornings at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, traffic inside can seem almost as bad as on the roads used to get there. While church members can’t do much to solve Dallas thoroughfares and expressways, they have plans for improving the flow inside for those headed to worship and Bible study. The Campus Vision plan calls for adding 35,000 square feet and renovating the 190,000-square-foot site. On the west block, 1.5 acres of open landscape will sit above a 350spot underground parking lot. Additions include an open central gathering area, new children and student areas, and more classrooms, offices, and meeting rooms. Renovations will address overall flow with new lighting, windows, and other updates. The Rev. Bryan Dunagan, the senior pastor, said changes would allow room (literally) for the 91-year-old church’s congregation and impact in the community to grow. “All this work … as we look at the next 90 years, it’s all about how do we continue to be

THE VISION 35,000 sq. ft. addition 190,000 sq. ft. renovation New children and student areas 11 new adult classrooms 350 underground parking spaces 1.5-acre open landscape above parking COURTESY PHOTO

A conceptual drawing shows aerial view at University Boulevard and Shannon Lane. this light, or this beacon, for the city of Dallas and beyond?” Dunagan said. The Gothic Revival structure, designed by famed architect Mark Lemmon in the 1920s, serves as a hub for nearly 5,000 members and numerous clubs, nonprofit organizations, and support groups. On Sundays, hallways mimic big-city traf-

fic congestion as large volumes of members and visitors try to squeeze through narrow doorways and paths to the sanctuary or gathering places. Bible studies, counseling programs, weekly Boy Scout meetings, and community ministries keep the campus full every day of the week. Dunagan recalled his job interview with the church, when he had to fold his children’s two-

seat stroller to get through the doorway. “Can you imagine that?” said Clay Sell, church elder and Campus Vision team moderator. “We’re trying to recruit this young pastor with twins, and he can hardly move his double strollers through the building.” Obstruction is even more prevalent when it comes to parking. For member Lisa Wilkins, it takes a lot of work to get her family to church. “Every single Sunday we have to park two blocks away . . . whether it’s hot or cold . . . and get them all into church. We do it, and we’re happy to do it, but it’s challenging.” Alleviating problems like these are a priority. “We’re this neighborhood church on the doorstep of a university in the heart of a city,” Dunagan said. “We don’t want there to be a barrier to anyone who wants to be a part of this church.” HPPC will work with the city of University Park, architects, and contractors to finalize plans. The budget, which was not disclosed, will be funded primarily through member gifts. Construction is expected to begin by summer 2018 and take two to three years.



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SHELTER CHILDREN ENJOY ART-FOCUSED CAMP Rainbow Days equips addicts’ offspring with coping skills By Sarah Bays Special Contributor

“It only takes one moment, one mentor, one memorable experience to expand a child’s world.” Cathey Brown

TANNER GARZA

Camp Bravo students perform in Lovers Lane United Methodist’s Asbury Hall.

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athey Brown, a professional educator, knows homeless children need summer camps, too. Brown, a recovering alcoholic, founded Rainbow Days in 1982 to equip children of addicts with essential life skills. In addition to support groups and curriculums, the Dallas nonprofit presents a summer camp lineup: Kids University at University of Texas at Dallas, Outdoor Adventure Camp in far southeast Dallas,

and Camp Bravo at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church. “The summer camps are so they can be a kid, play, and get out of the shelter,” Brown said. Camp Bravo, offered in two four-day sessions, introduces children to acting, drawing, performing arts, dancing, and movement as ways to express and manage emotions. The students also participated in small

support groups to explore such topics as the importance of education, staying drug free, and having a sense of purpose. About 300 children ages 4–12 participated each week. “Exposing children to the arts and giving them a week filled with creative learning opportunities with caring adults and instructors from our community makes a significant positive impact [on] children’s lives,” Brown said.

“It only takes one moment, one mentor, one memorable experience to expand a child’s world and introduce them to new possibilities.” Tony Ballard, one of the performing arts teachers, attended Rainbow Days camps and events when he was growing up near Fair Park. The 36-year-old is now a musician working with The Artist Outreach. “No matter where you come from or where you go home to every day … you can do what I do, which is make music all day,” he told campers. As youngsters, Ballard and his siblings tried to dodge fights their parents got into, along with grease fires and even house fires. “Then when we went to live with just my mom, going from two parents to one, [we fell into] poverty,” Ballard said. Years later, Ballard’s brother started working for Rainbow Days and took Tony with him. “Rainbow Days got me out of the monotony of every day,” he said. “These songs, you know, you try to pretend that you’re not being touched by this stuff, but somewhere deep down inside of you, you’re crying, because it feels so good. “These kids learn more [here] in the summer than they do in school,” Ballard said. “They learn how to work with each other.”

Symphony Readies van Zweden Sendoff Farewell concerts feature Wagner, Beethoven If Jaap van Zweden’s final season as music director of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra reminds audiences of his first, it won’t be by accident. “I wanted to have some pieces come back from the first season, so it’s a beginning and a closure at the same time,” van Zweden said in remarks published on mydso.com. He is leaving to become music director of the New York Philharmonic for the 2018-19 season. While he will remain with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra as conductor laureate through the 2020–21 season, 2017–18 will serve as a farewell celebration of his 10 years as music director and spotlight “the strength, flexibility, and sheer artistic excellence of the ensemble and its leader.” “This next season celebrates the real accomplishments of this organization and showcases Jaap, the chorus, the orchestra, and the strong artistry that has been developed over the last decade,” said Jonathan Martin, who after five years as DSO president is leaving for the Cincinnati Symphony

Orchestra. Enjoy pieces by Mahler, Bruckner, and Beethoven, as well as performances of Duruflé’s Requiem, Rachmaninoff ’s Second Symphony, and Schumann’s Third Symphony in a season showcasing the range of styles conductor and orchestra have explored for a decade and composers and works for which the DSO and van Zweden have become known. For example, concerts on Sept. 14 and 17 will feature a composition commissioned by the DSO that premiered in 2008, Steven Stucky’s “Elegy” from August, 4, 1964. They also include Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, which was performed at van Zweden’s first concert as music director. The sendoff concerts on May 24 through 26, 2018, will feature Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, a Dallas favorite, according to mydso.com. “The orchestra and I have been on an incredible journey,” he said. For tickets and schedule visit mydso.com or call 214-849-4376. — Staff Report

COURTESY DALLAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Jaap van Zweden serves as Dallas Symphony Orchestra music director for one final season.


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Filmmaker Comes Home

COURTESY PHOTO

Marco Bottiglieri

By Layne Powers

People Newspapers Proud of his North Texas upbringing, director Marco Bottiglieri insisted on returning home to make his first feature length movie. “I hope to make many feature films as a director, but there is only one first feature film, and I knew it had to be filmed in Dallas,” the 24-year-old Los Angeles resident said. “I knew I had to go back to where I had friends and ask for help in making this movie.” Bottiglieri returned to Dallas in early August to premiere Color Me You at Studio Movie Grill on West Technology Boulevard, complete with a red-carpet experience and opportunities for fans to shoot photographs. He said he enjoyed filming in Dallas and at SMU where he was able to get help from his friends. “I will look back at this film and be proud of it, but be even more proud I went back to my hometown to shoot it,” he said. Color Me You is the story of Kat Abernathy, a woman conflicted between honoring her artistic passion to paint or carrying on her family’s legacy and becoming a lawyer. A brief biography on marcobottiglieri.com notes how Bottiglieri has “directed and produced numerous nationally acclaimed films, commercials, and music videos since he was 15” and been named in Variety as an up-and-coming filmmaker. Bottiglieri has found that many young directors with limited budgets don’t take into account lack of resources, or consider how they can utilize scarce resources. “It is about being able to rely on people and to trust your cast and crew and people you have to bring your mission,” he said. Filming in Dallas helped him achieve that mission.


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Community

DOOLITTLE RAID REENACTMENT PLANNED

Wings Over Dallas WWII Airshow celebrates history, planes “This is the kind of history lesson you can’t read in a book or watch on a screen.” Paul Koch See more than 80 World War II-era aircraft from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 6–8 during a Commemorative Air Force show at Dallas Executive Airport. After drawing more than 19,000 visitors from 32 states in 2016, the CAF Wings Over Dallas WWII Airshow, presented by Frost Bank, returns with more flying demonstrations, battle reenactments,

KEVINHONG

The Commemorative Air Force keeps vintage planes in flying condition.

WWII veteran appearances, living history encampments, hands-on family activities, aircraft rides, and cockpit tours. “Last year’s event was the first airshow held in Dallas for more than 30 years and proved wildly popular with families and history enthusiasts,” CAF President Stephan C. Brown said. Plans include a 75th anniversary commemoration of the Doolittle Raid, the U.S. counterattack on Japan after Pearl Harbor, organizers said. The flying reenactment will combine eight B-25 bombers, spectacular pyrotechnics, sound effects, and narration. The guest of honor will be Texan Dick Cole, who at age 101 is the last surviving Doo-

little Raider. “This is the kind of history lesson you can’t read in a book or watch on a screen,” said Paul Koch, Dallas region president for Frost. Other planes at the show will include a B-29 Superfortress, B-24 Liberator, P-51 Mustang, P-40 Warhawk, Vought F4U Corsair, Bell P-39 Airacobra, and two B-17 Flying Fortresses. The Commemorative Air Force, headquartered at Dallas Executive Airport, has become the world’s largest flying museum, with a fleet of 165 airplanes supported by 11,000 volunteer members. Visit wingsoverdallas.org for tickets, schedule, and parking information – Staff Report

Unplug For Vacation? No Way “It would take the Amazon jungle instead of Santa Fe, New Mexico, to go unplugged.” LEN BOURLAND My goal this summer was to beat the heat, to unplug, and to have some refreshment and “re-creation” in New Mexico, but despite my best efforts to limit technology, it just can’t be done. It would take the Amazon jungle instead of Santa Fe, New Mexico, to go unplugged. Upon arrival in Santa Fe, I found myself at Target buying a new gizmo, the Tile, to hang on my keys so that my phone could

ring my only pair, which I kept misplacing. Score one for technology. Most of my reading I did on books downloaded to my tablet because it was easier than hauling cumbersome paper books. Another bull’s-eye for technology. I was, however, determined to avoid the constant barrage of “breaking news” delivered ad nauseam in strident, alarming tones. But even on a remote hiking trail in the hills of Sangre de Cristo, some jerk was running with his phone blaring out the news. People were discussing world events at restaurants; the TVs were on in bars; the

grocery stores filled with newspaper headlines. I used my iPhone to keep in touch with family and friends and repeated alerts popped up letting me know O.J. was back in the news, the healthcare bill was still a mess, North Korea was still doing nuclear saber-rattling, and Russia was still in the background and foreground. I remember that when I was a child, whenever my parents turned on the news it was about as exciting as watching paint dry. The 15-minute news hour was sandwiched between the Mickey Mouse Club and Leave it to Beaver. John Cameron Swayze would read off events of the day, which usually featured a colonial uprising, something about Communism, and film clips of Ike. Segments would be interspersed with Swayze pitching his sponsor, Timex Watches. Segue to today. We start the day with “breaking” news from angry commenta-

tors, while furiously peddling our stationery bikes at the gym. News alerts on our phones pepper our days. At dusk, moussed and coiffed celebrity anchors whose fashions and private lives are as much a part of the news as the infotainment being dispersed, recap events while breathlessly teasing us with “what’s ahead.” For many, signoff is a late-night talk show, which features more politics and commentary on not only what’s happening but also what’s being tweeted. It’s nonstop and it’s exhausting. We live longer but not necessarily better, have more information without more wisdom, more affluence without more contentment. I wish we could go back to 15 minutes of news by sonorous newscasters. Like those Timex watches he hawked, somehow with Swayze, we knew the world could “take a licking and keep on ticking.” Len Bourland, author and columnist, can be reached at len@lenbourland.com.



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Schools

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PREVIEW AIMS TO MAKE PICKING SCHOOLS EASIER Event showcases private day, boarding options Layne Powers

People Newspapers IF YOU GO What: Dallas Private School Preview When: 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 10 Where: The Hockaday School, 11600 Welch Road

The Dallas Private School Preview offers North Texas parents and students opportunities to meet with representatives from more than 100 private day and boarding schools. “I encourage parents to come,” said Katie Townend Doherty, an associate director of admission at The Hockaday School, the host campus for the free event presented by the Independent Schools Admission Association of Dallas from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 10. “Parents sometimes get overwhelmed with the application process, but coming to this event will give them the knowledge they need to easily choose the best school for their son or daughter,” she said. This year the association is adding an activity center with games for children. Steel City Pops will be selling treats. The annual event is expected to draw about 750 people, many f rom Preston Hollow and the

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LEFT: The Hockaday School in Dallas educates girls in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and offers boarding options for those in grades eight and higher. TOP: St. Mark’s School is a private, non-sectarian college-preparatory school for boys in grades one through 12.

Park Cities, and attract families with students of all ages. “We talk to a lot of parents with younger kids, preschool through middle school-age, as well as new parents,” Doherty said. “There is also a huge influx of parents with high school age

students.” Doherty answered other questions about the private school search process. Park Cities People: What are some of the common factors that help parents decide which school to send their children to?

Doherty: I think it is very important to visit school campuses to meet faculty and see classes, whether [they’re] co-ed or allgirl or boy schools. Parents also want to be assured the academics are strong and the community is the right fit. PCP: Do parents need to bring anything? Doherty: I would bring a list of questions for the admission representatives. I would also suggest mapping out which schools . . . families wish to speak with.

PCP: Why do you recommend private school? Doherty: Private schools offer smaller classrooms with dedicated and experienced teachers. They provide individual attention to their students, as well as extra help if needed. Private schools have more opportunities for students to explore their interests through a variety of classes. The college-counseling process is streamlined and personal and, again, gives them individual attention.



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Schools

From Soccer to Wall Street, Small Enters New Chapters SMU professor taps business experience, writes novel By Sarah Bays Special Contributor SMU adjunct professor Clay Small has opened new chapters of his career several times, mostly out of a desire to have more than one act in his life. “If you’re not trying something new, you’re probably going backwards,” said the former pro-soccer prospect turned corporate lawyer, then professor, and, most recently, novelist. “I think that there’s opportunities galore for people my age to … do something that helps others and helps [them].” After the two-time all-American soccer player from Ohio Wesleyan University was drafted by the Dallas Tornado, team owner Lamar Hunt convinced Small to enroll again in school. Small graduated from SMU with a law degree in 1974 and went to work on Wall Street. A job with PepsiCo Inc. brought him back to Dallas. “When we were first in Dallas … we lived on Asbury Avenue in a little rental cottage,” Small said. “We got to know the area of University Park … and when we came back we didn’t look anywhere else. We knew we wanted to be in a community where most of the kids went to the same school.” During 30 years with PepsiCo, Small served as general counsel for nearly all of the company’s current and former divisions,

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Clay Small teaches business at SMU.

“I think that there’s opportunities galore for people my age to … do something that helps others and helps [them].” Clay Small

including Frito-Lay, Pepsi-Cola, Pizza Hut, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and PepsiCo Wines & Spirits. That experience and knowledge shows in Small’s teaching, said Kaylee Knowlton, a law student who took his classes in 2016, including one on General Motors. “Especially in the GM class, he knew a lot of the people that were involved in a bunch of the GM scandals,” she said. “He shared the real-life aspect of what we were learning.” Small’s experiences also play out in his first book, Heels over Head, which came out earlier this year. The novel, a thriller with legal undertones, is set in Dallas, with scenes at Javier’s and The French Room at the Adolphus Hotel. “None of it happened, but it’s all true,” Small said. He recalled a friend telling him, “Any lawyer worth his salt has a book in him somewhere.” But that veiled hint remained shelved for years until inspiration for a novel came in the form of a friend’s tattoo — it read, “I wear the chains I made in life; I forged them link by link.”

“The protagonist in the book is a businessman who was a CEO and loses his job … [and] gets a job teaching,” Small said. “I saw that I had a unique opportunity, because I was there all the time seeing the difference between the world of capitalism and the world of academia. It’s the friction of those two worlds that makes for interesting discussion and interesting fiction.” Small’s teaching career has taken him to Amsterdam and Spain, where he taught the Foreign Corruption Act. The dean of the Esade school in Spain, where he taught, made his novel mandatory reading. “We had a very vigorous discussion on either side about whether the protagonist violated the FCA or not,” Small said. “And if so, when did he do it?” Small has written throughout his life. His published articles cover the night he spent in Michael Jackson’s room, a butcher in New York, and meeting Andrew Lloyd Webber. But digging in and cranking out a novel came with a learning curve. It took him four years to write Heels. “The hard part of this is not necessarily writing this book,” Small said. “You get an editor. That’s when the hard part starts.” The novel was originally 360 pages. “My editor ripped out 50 pages, which were some of my very favorite parts, because the arc of the story wasn’t right,” he said. “It’s hard and humbling.”


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Schools

SMU Flag Flap Ends in Deal

MODEL SEARCH BEGINS

9/11 display keeps spot at Dallas Hall Lawn By William Taylor Pe ople Newspapers

“This represents a landmark victory for the free-speech rights of the entire SMU student body.” SMU Young Americans for Freedom A student-led 9/11 memorial will go up as usual on Dallas Hall Lawn after a policy change regarding campus displays brought scrutiny over freedom of expression at SMU. Wording in the policy about SMU respecting the right “to avoid messages that are triggering, harmful, or harassing” drew national attention in early August as The Washington Post joined Texas publications and broadcasters in reporting on whether the university considered a 9/11 observance controversial. University officials first responded with a statement calling the wording a mistake and saying it wasn’t meant to apply to the memorial. “SMU apologizes for the original inappropriate wording that was used in the new policy on campus displays,” the statement says. “That language — regarding messages that are triggering or harmful — was added earlier in July and had not gone through the appropriate approval process.” The Daily Campus student newspaper noted that displays hadn’t met much re-

events, university leaders said. But an agreement SMU announced Aug. 9 allows student displays to continue at Dallas Hall Lawn and commits to working with students and their organizations to form a new policy regarding such displays. “ This represents a landmark victor y for the f ree speech rights of the entire SMU student body,” SMU Young Americans for Freedom declared on Facebook. The organization’s Facebook page mentions SMU College Republicans, SMU College Democrats, Mustangs SMU YOUNG AMERICANS FOR FREEDOM for Life, SMU’s FemiStudents fill Dallas Hall Lawn with flags in memory of Americans nist Equality Movement, and Turning Point USA killed on Sept. 11, 2001. as also participating in sistance until an anti-abortion group bereaching the deal with gan putting up crosses. The crosses rep- university administrators. resent lives lost to abortion, according to “I thank the students f rom across Mustangs for Life. campus who came together in the spirit The university had planned to move of mutual respect and civil discourse to all lawn displays to Morrison-McGinnis achieve this outcome,” SMU President Park, a nearly two-acre space, also known R. Gerald Turner said in announcing the deal. as MoMac Park, according to smu.edu. Relocating displays to MoMac Park Young Americans for Freedom sponalong Bishop Boulevard, the most prom- sors the 9/11 Never Forget Project, an inent drive on campus, would preserve annual display using 2,977 U.S. flags to Dallas Hall Lawn for such activities as represent American lives lost on Sept. 11, studying, outdoor classes, and campus 2001.

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Conservatory joins Dawson for 20th event

Kim Dawson Agency is partnering with KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts and CW33 for the 20th anniversary of an annual search that has launched the careers of such super models as Erin Wasson, Ali Michael, and Hannah Ferguson. “KD Conservatory appreciates this opportunity to revisit the roots of our companies’ relationship and assist with something so influential in this industry,” said owner Kathy Tyner. Kim Dawson and Tyner provided Dallas models with workshop space. The acting workshops evolved into KD Conservatory, an accredited college offering associate degrees in acting performance, musical theatre, and motion picture production. Visit cw33.com/category/model-search through Sept. 6 to enter the model search. Conservatory graduates Michael Goldermann and David Ryan will film finalists receiving makeovers and giving testimonials. Winners will be chosen at the Kim Dawson Model Search Video Festival on Nov. 9. and receive $5,000 scholarships to KD Conservatory and a contract with Kim Dawson Agency. — Staff Report



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Prepare Early For College

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Catherine Marrs advises clients to start as sophomores.

By Joshua Baethge Special Contributor

For nearly 15 years, certified educational consultant Catherine Marrs has helped Park Cities and Preston Hollow students successfully transition to college. Marrs College Admission Advisors works with students and their parents to develop a plan for where to go and how to get there. “It used to be, if you wanted to go to the University of Texas, you just submitted an application,” Marrs said. Many students now apply to around eight different schools, including “reach for the stars” destinations and next-best schools, she said. Her recommendations: Start planning early

Don’t wait until January of the junior year, when PSAT scores arrive, Marrs said. She urges students to begin actively preparing by the start of their sophomore year. Make the most of high school

“Get involved and demonstrate leadership,” she said. “Colleges are not just looking for academic stars. They also want interesting kids who have explored some things and stretched themselves.” Understand costs

“Students interested in teaching or being an artist need to select their school carefully, keeping in mind the cost and if a loan will have to be considered,” Marrs said. “How are you going to pay that [student loan] back on a teacher’s salary?” Become more independent

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“I feel very strongly that parents need to start involving their students in the decision-making that will affect the student when it comes to their future,” she said. Marrs worries when students lack a proper sense of independence. Some clients still miss appointments unless reminded by mom or dad.


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Schools

Emmitt Smith Gives Uniforms 3,000 distributed at back-to-school event

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Emmitt Smith hands out new uniforms to children attending a backto-school event.

Unfortunately for the Dallas Cowboys, Emmitt Smith’s days of taking handoffs are long over. But fortunately for Dallas ISD students in need, the Hall of Fame NFL running back keeps handing out more donated uniforms — 7,000 from his charity in four years. In August, Pat & Emmitt Smith Charities had its fourth and largest ever back-to-school event, Smith said. With support from sponsor J.C. Penney Co., the nonprofit provided 3,000 new school uniforms, a total val-

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year off right — with a healthy smile, glasses if they need them, fresh clean uniforms, and a full belly of good and healthy food,” Smith said. The Ellis Davis Field House was converted into a “pop-up shop” to provide a true shopping experience for students of Carr, Jill Stone, Elisha Pease, Rice, McNair, and JW Ray elementary schools and Paul Dunbar Learning Center. Axxess hosted an arts and crafts and face painting station; DECA Dental provided dental screenings and services; Essilor Vision provided vision screenings and free glasses to students; J.C. Penney and San Francisco Barbers offered salon services and haircuts; Albertsons/Tom Thumb prepared lunch and gave healthy groceries for all families to take home; McDonalds provided books for each student; and the Dallas ISD Community Police Team was onsite to visit with students and their families. — Staff Report


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Business

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Berger Touts Experience

From Israel to Dallas, Diamonds Direct aims to make shopping easy Hannah Kirkpatrick

People Newspapers

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Amit Berger works to take the mystery out of diamond shopping.

arat, cut, color, and clarity: four little words that can strike fear in a young man’s heart, and lighten his wallet. Setting out to purchase an engagement ring, or any piece of diamond jewelry, can be a daunting task — one Diamonds Direct aims to make as smooth and enjoyable as possible. “Our environment is always relaxed, hands-on, friendly, and informative,” senior vice president Amit Berger said. Berger left the restaurant industry more than 20 years ago to join a company in the Israeli Diamond Exchange. The business had operated since 1956, cutting, manufacturing, and selling diamonds at wholesale to big dealers and privately-owned stores.

Eventually, he moved to the United States to run one of the wholesale offices in Washington, D.C. Berger and his brother Itay saw a business opportunity inspired by the high margins retailers were charging customers. “The concept back then of selling direct to the public was very new,” Amit said. “Today, the industry is very successful because of that.” Itay Berger spearheaded expansion into the retail sector in 1995 with the first Diamonds Direct store in Charlotte, North Carolina. After the first store opened, Amit Berger continued working in wholesale. By 2004, Diamonds Direct was thriving and Itay Berger, president of Diamonds Direct, relocated his family to Charlotte. In 2008, Amit Berger moved to Birmingham, Alabama to open the second Diamonds Direct location. “I really enjoyed making the

change from wholesale to retail, because working with customers is such an intimate and personal experience,” Amit Berger said. The newest Texas store brought Amit Berger to Dallas last year. Diamond Direct’s Preston Road storefront was previously home to David Blank’s wholesale jewelry store, Diamond Doctor. Amit and Itay Berger met Blank through a mutual acquaintance. The Bergers wanted to expand to Dallas and Blank was pleased with their business approach and commitment to continue his philanthropic causes. Blank said the sale was unrelated to a legal battle with a Nashville attorney who had claimed Diamond Doctor over graded diamonds. After acquiring Diamond Doctor last November, Diamonds Direct brought the brothers’ expertise and a huge selection of direct-to-consumer-priced diamonds to Dallas.

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Inwood Village will be minted this fall with a popular North Dallas Asian-fusion restaurant. Asian Mint, already on Forest Lane and Oak Lawn Avenue, will open its third location in the Inwood Village space previously occupied by Café Istanbul. Since first opening on Forest Lane in 2005, founder Nikky Phinyawatana’s New Bangkok-style cuisine has garnered multiple awards and a large following.

Independent bookstore Interabang Books opened in July in 5,000 square feet at the southeast corner of Preston Road and Royal Lane. Owners Jeremy Ellis, Nancy Perot, and Lori Feathers hope to fill a void in Dallas’ literary scene. Their flexible layout supports a lively event calendar of book signings, story times, and other weekly programs. The seemingly made-up name is actually an old printmaker’s term referring to a punctuation mark

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that combines a question mark and exclamation point in a single symbol.

Interabang Books 10720 Preston Road

HarborChase of Park Cities Sales Gallery 5960 Sherry Lane Visit the sales gallery to learn more about the new assisted living and memory care community set to open this winter. HarborChase will feature 105 assisted living and 29 memory care units. The luxury retirement community will include amenities such as restaurant-style dining rooms, chauffeured transportation, a salon and spa, 24-hour staff, and multiple recreational rooms and programs.

B-Lashed Bridal & Beauty Bar 12835 Preston Road Since starting out in a rented suite at the Salons of Preston Valley, B-Lashed Beauty & Bridal Bar owner Bebe Tran’s business has expanded into its own storefront. Her bigger location in Preston Valley Plaza can accommodate more clients and large parties. Her specialty salon focuses on lash extensions, lash lift and tint, microblading, semi-permanent makeup, and makeup application.

CLOSED

Win Lee Salon

Asian Mint plans to open an Inwood Village location this fall.

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After 55 years, the Win Lee Salon on Preston Road closed its doors in August. Owner Linda Muller decided it was time

B-Lash Beauty and Bridal Salon

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to retire because business at the salon has declined. A staple in the community since the 1960s, the Win Lee Salon served many chairs of the Crystal Charity Ball and was a popular salon for Park Cities women.

Camille’s Creations The closing of Camille’s Creations storefront on Lovers Lane does not signify the end of Camille Murphey’s custom keepsakes. After 35 years in business, she is going home to run her business online. Stay connected with Camille at 214-750-0073; camillescreationsinc.com; and Etsy Shop at CamillesCreationsDFW. - Compiled by Hannah Kirkpatrick


5222 PARK LANE | 5 BED | 6.1 BATH | 10,201 SQ.FT. | $4,495,000

Showcasing an exquisite finish-out, this stunning Old Preston Hollow magnificent French residence is nestled on a gorgeous 1.067-acre gated estate with an expansive circular drive and breathtaking grounds overlooking a terrace, sparkling pool and 800-square- foot cabana.

Doris Jacobs 214.537.3399 doris.jacobs@alliebeth.com

6530 ORCHID LANE | $2,050,000

5707 WATSON CIRCLE | $1,949,000

Preston Hollow reduced price and motivated seller. Rosewood home completed March 2016. Floor to ceiling 10’ windows, 5 bedrooms 5.1 bathrooms, open concept kitchen, and 3 car garage.

Secluded custom estate situated on almost one acre. Walk to Preston Center. Expansive & open first floor plan designed for entertainment, pool and large back yard.

Bev Berry 214.205.4993 | bev.berry@alliebeth.com

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Tim Schutze 214.507.6699 | tim.schutze@alliebeth.com


3836 WENTWOOD DRIVE | 5 Bed | 5.2 Bath | 6,817 Sq.Ft. | $2,995,000

Light, bright and completely updated on a larger 80 foot lot. The kitchen opens to family room that overlooks the resort style pool. The master is your own spa oasis with heated floors and separate vanity and closets.

Chad Barrett 214.714.7034 chad.barrett@alliebeth.com

3217 CENTENARY AVENUE | $1,599,000 —SOLD

2812 McFARLIN BOULEVARD | $1,545,000—SOLD*

1994 traditional home in University Park. 5 bedrooms with master and guest room down, 4.2 baths, huge living and dining. Kitchen is open to family room and views of pool.

Graciously built transitional home with 5 bedrooms. Clean lines, open floor plan on a quiet block, perfect for our discerning family.

Marc Ching 214.728.4069 | marc.ching@alliebeth.com

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Jackie Converse & Linda Galli 214.755.0697 | jackie-linda@alliebeth.com


4608 ABBOTT AVENUE #114 | 3 Bed | 3.2 Bath | 2,424 Sq.Ft. | $1,225,000

Sophisticated gated luxury townhome-style living in Highland Park’s prestigious Highland Gates. Steps away from the Katy Trail and Knox Street. Three stories of tasteful high-end custom finishes and amenities. Private attached garage. Easy lock and leave living.

Susan Bradley 214.674.5518 susan.bradley@alliebeth.com

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3616 MAPLEWOOD AVENUE | 5 Bed | 5.2 Bath | 7,124 Sq.Ft. | $3,495,000 —SOLD

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This elegant Georgian-style home graces the corner of one of the most coveted streets in Highland Park. The park-like setting with stunning views in every direction, entertaining floor plan, and gorgeous cobalt glass tile pool are just some of the features Dennie Pitzer & Dodie Foxworth that made this classic beauty perfect for our buyers. 214.354.8048 | dennie.pitzer@alliebeth.com

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24 SAINT LAURENT PLACE | 3 Bed | 3.1 Bath | 4,450 Sq.Ft. | $1,335,000

Your dreams of living on exclusive St. Laurent Place can come true with this stress-free home. Features include an expansive great room, family room, open kitchen with a skylight, beautiful Erin Mathews dining room, and two courtyards - giving the home a sense of openness, natural light 214.520.8300 and security all at once. erin.mathews@alliebeth.com

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6458 PEMBERTON DRIVE | $1,795,000

3249 GREENBRIER DRIVE | $2,695,000

Immaculate 5087SF home featuring 4/4.2/ library, outdoor oasis perfect for summer w/ pool/spa, outdoor living w/ďŹ replace, built in grill & fridge on 101x160 lot.

Custom designed and built by Thomas Fine Homes. A beautiful home with natural stone, lush landscaping and a welcoming entryway. Features: Gourmet kitchen, open great room and fresh outdoor amenities.

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Real Estate

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the den, study, and master bedroom. The home, built in 2006, features stone and hand-scraped hardwood floors throughout and also includes an elevator, partial basement, and attached three-car garage. There’s an exercise room off the downstairs master bedroom and a second master bedroom upstairs.


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Sports

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HORNETS VOLLEYBALL CREATING BUZZ AGAIN Coach Deibert, Greenhill enter fall ready to pursue third-straight title By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor

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All-conference setter Allie Frymire is ready for her senior year.

hen Tatiane Deibert arrived on the Greenhill campus in 2010, she knew it might take time for the school’s volleyball players to adjust to her intense system and high-energy coaching style. What Deibert didn’t realize is how much she would need to adapt herself to the high school game after several years of coaching college volleyball. The coach and her athletes met in the middle, however. Greenhill has thrived since then, winning back-to-back SPC titles with hopes of a third straight this fall. “It was a huge learning curve for me,” said Deibert, a native of Brazil. “I think sometimes my expectations were not very realistic. Now, I think I’m more aware of what’s going on with them.”

When she took over the program eight years ago, Greenhill’s once-dominant program had slipped a bit, consistently finishing near the middle of the pack in the conference following a championship campaign in 2006. Nevertheless, Deibert has led the Hornets to a combined 66-13 record during the past two seasons. Last year, the team won every match in SPC play, including the season-ending tournament, which concluded with a sweep of ESD. “We have girls who are truly committed,” Deibert said. “They truly want to give everything they can. We’ve got some great competitors.” In addition to that competitive nature, this year’s squad — led by returning all-conference setter Allie Frymire and dynamic hitter Michal Mathis, a 2015 transfer from Frisco Independence — has plenty of championship experience. The entire roster will be back, except for El-

len Margaret Andrews, team MVP, two-sport standout, and upcoming Yale basketball player. After consecutive titles, expectations have increased. Deibert knows the Hornets must remain hungry to stay on top, which is where the program’s improved depth comes into play. Middle school participation doubled during the past eight years. Plus, there’s been a surge in attendance at optional open gyms and conditioning sessions during the summer. “Those little things make a big difference,” Deibert said. “The kids are really buying in.” Having completed the transition from underdog to favorite in the SPC, Deibert said the mindset of her squad has also changed; they are focused squarely on the future. “It’s fantastic that we won, but we can’t rely on that,” she said. “We have to write our own story.”

Covenant Expects Boost From More Depth, Experience Knights seek more wins after 2-8 season By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor

As the Covenant football program continues to grow, stability will be a key to progress. That’s why head coach Jesse Olvera is confident that this season will be an improvement upon last year’s 2-8 campaign in his first year at the school. After all, the Knights are just two years removed from a transition from six-man to 11man football, and had to endure a coaching change on top of that. The Knights suffered some growing pains in 2016 while playing a roster of mostly freshmen and sophomores. Olvera admits they had to take a step back to focus on fundamentals and implement their schemes. Injuries made matters worse, as Covenant finished the season with just

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Jack Spangler is expected to settle in as Covenant’s starting quarterback after playing various positions last season.

14 players. However, almost double that number showed up consistently at summer workouts. Just four players graduated, and the depth issues that hindered the Knights last season are likely in the rearview mirror. “We’re projecting more this year,” Olvera said. “It’s about trying to build a culture of football here. Hopefully, we can continue going forward.” Olvera’s optimism is based partially in onfield results. Covenant dropped three of its TAPPS district games last year by narrow margins. Turn a couple of those losses into wins, and perhaps the Knights would have been in contention for a playoff spot. Jack Spangler will slide into the starting quarterback job after making an impact late last season as a sophomore. Like most of Covenant’s players, his experience under fire last season should benefit him in 2017. “He made strides every game after taking over,” said Olvera, who played Spangler at various positions a year ago. “What he can do as a quarterback is more beneficial for the team.” The Knights will have several two-way players, including Cole Sellers (running back and

linebacker), and receivers Alec Scully, Graham Hill, and Wes Bender. None of them are seniors. Olvera knows that avoiding injuries will be key if Covenant wants to earn its first 11-man postseason berth. So will a year of stability and chemistry. The program is still young in other ways, too. Subvarsity depth is still a concern, and Covenant’s home field still doesn’t have lights, causing the Knights to play all three of their home games on Saturdays.

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ANNE GOYER | 214.457.0417 | agoyer@briggsfreeman.com

4201 Windsor Parkway, University Park | $3,749,000

JENNIFER MILLER | 214.701.7717 | jmiller@briggsfreeman.com

7131 Lakehurst Avenue, Preston Hollow | SOLD

MARTHA MILLER | 214.769.4457 | mmiller@briggsfreeman.com

3939 Cortez Drive, Dallas | $950,000

ASHLI CLEMENTS | 214.542.8244 | aclements@briggsfreeman.com

8306 Inwood Road, Dallas | $2,100,000

TRACI HUMMEL | 214.403.1109 | thummel@briggsfreeman.com

6630 Lakehurst Avenue, Preston Hollow | $2,199,000

TESSA MOSTELLER | 214.505.1248 | tmosteller@briggsfreeman.com

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Janie Condon Janie is a three-time honoree. She serves as favors chairman, silent auction/special gifts co-chairman, and underwriting committee member for the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes the Cattle Baron’s Ball, Dallas Opera, Saint Valentine’s Day Luncheon, and Vine and Dine. She and her husband, David, have six children.

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Tucker Enthoven Tucker is a two-time honoree. She serves as silent auction/special gifts cochairman and new member liaison for the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes Senior Source, Big Thought, Educational First Steps, and the Letot Center Foundation. She and husband, Rich, have four children.

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Amy Hegi Amy is a first-time honoree. She is a member of the charity selection and underwriting committees for the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes the Children’s Medical Auxiliary, Cattle Baron’s Ball, Junior Group of the Dallas Garden Club, and Interfaith Family Services. She and her husband, Peter, have three daughters.

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Delilah Boyd Delilah is a first-time honoree. She has served on the Crystal Charity Ball charity selection committee for 21 years. Other involvement includes the Tate Lecture Series, March of Dimes, American Foundation for the Blind, and the Godbey Lecture series. She and her husband, Sam, have a shih tzu puppy named Honey Belle.

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Julie Hawes Julie is a three-time honoree. She and her husband, Ed, are generous donors to the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes The Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas Contemporary, Nasher Sculpture Garden, and the SMU Meadows School of the Arts.

Fashionable Philanthropists

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n Dallas, fashion and philanthropy often go hand in hand. Every autumn, 10 of the city’s most stylish and charitable women are spotlighted at the Crystal Charity Ball’s Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show & Luncheon. The ladies will grace the runway on Sept. 15 in featured designer and guest of honor Zac Posen’s 2017 Resort collection. After three years under a grand tent in a

parking lot adjacent to Neiman Marcus downtown, the 2017 spectacle is moving back inside the flagship store. The notoriously sold-out event is one of Crystal Charity Ball’s two major events – the other being the black-tie ball. The ball, set for Dec. 2 at the Hilton Anatole, caps off the nonprofit’s yearly fundraising efforts. By that date, CCB hopes to have raised $5.8 million for se-

lect beneficiaries: Autism Treatment Center, Inc.; Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star; Children’s Medical Center Foundation; Dallas Holocaust Museum; Hunger Busters; Presbyterian Communities and Services Foundation; Rainbow Days; and Santa Clara of Assisi Catholic Academy. In its 65-year history, the fundraising goal has always been met or exceeded.

also generous patrons of the Crystal Charity Ball. She has held leadership roles in the Boys & Girls Club, Southwestern Medical Foundation, The Rise School, Shelton School, and Make-A-Wish North Texas, and the Salvation Army. She currently serves as the executive vice president and chief brand officer for the

Dallas Cowboys. She is also a member of the board of directors of Hilltop Corporation, and president of both the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Foundation and the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Arlington Youth Foundation. She and her husband, Shy, have three children.

Hall of Fame Charlotte Jones Anderson This year’s Hall of Fame Honoree is Charlotte Jones Anderson, daughter of Jerry and Gene Jones. She was on the best dressed list from 2007-09. In 2012, her mother was named Hall of Fame Honoree. The two will be the first mother and daughter duo in the best dressed hall of fame. Charlotte and her family are


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Pat Harloe Pat is a three-time honoree. She is a member of the underwriting, silent auction/special gifts, and children’s book committees for the Crystal Charity Ball. She is a supporter of One Heart Project, Leap Global Missions, and the Medal of Honor Museum in South Carolina. She and her husband, John, have five children.

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Anita Arnold Anita is a two-time honoree. She and her husband, Truman, are generous donors to the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes Texas Cultural Trust, Baylor Scott & White Healthcare System Foundation, Tate Lecture Series, and the AT&T Performing Arts Center. She and Truman have three children.

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Katherine Coker Katherine is a three-time honoree. In addition to her Crystal Charity duties, she is involved in Equest, Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, American Heart Association, and the Girl Scouts Women of Distinction Luncheon. She and her husband, Key, have two children.

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Lisa Cooley Lisa is a first-time honoree. She is a member of the underwriting committee for the Crystal Charity Ball. Other involvement includes the New Friends New Life Luncheon, Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala, Partner’s Card, Children’s Cancer Fund, Heroes for Children, Family Gateway, Housing Crisis Center, and TACA. She and her husband, Clay, have three children.

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Piper Wyatt Piper is a two-time honoree. She is on the underwriting and silent auction/special gifts committees for the Crystal Charity Ball. Recent charitable affiliations include Vine and Dine, as well as LaunchAbility’s Special Evening at the Meyerson. Piper and her husband, Mike, have multiple nieces, nephews, and godchildren, as well as two rescue dogs named Newton and Minnie Pearl.

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THINK PINK LAUNCH PARTY

Nikki Webb and Jan Langbein

Taylor Waters and Cynthia Izaguirre

Kaytlin Hadley and Kirsten Gappelberg

Crayton Webb, Mary Catherine Benavides, and Melissa Sherrill Martin

Emily Roberts and Lauren Deisenroth

Dustin Holcomb and Nerissa von Helpenstill

Chase and Amy Laws

Natalie and Doug John P H O T O S B Y TA M Y T H A C A M E R O N

Ryan and Maleiah Rogers

Abe and Tracy Minkara

Paula and Thomas Cho

Mary Kay, Inc., the Mary Kay Foundation, and Tootsies celebrated the ninth annual Suits for Shelters at the Think Pink Launch Party on July 13 at Tootsies at Plaza at Preston Center Plaza. Ryan Rogers, Mary Kay, Inc. CEO, and his wife, Maleiah, hosted 150 partygoers who arrived with donations of new and gently used professional women’s attire for local domestic violence shelters. Each donor received a gift card for their donation. Models sporting the hottest summer trends were on view as partygoers shopped the store’s selections and nibbled on bites provided by Ford’s Kitchen Catering. The Mary Kay Foundation donates 97 percent of every dollar it receives to a variety of cause.





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THE CLOSING PARTY

Laura Losinger

Peyton Babbe, Kayla Stebbing, Madison Farrell, and Jana Kahn

Pricilla and Corey Anthony

Anne Roberto

Noa Buxt and Hailey Hoppenstein

Amy Butscher and Dunia Borgia

Alyssa Reeves, Kathleen M. LaValle, and Hannah May Sam Wickline, Cynt Marshall, and Lena Hilbert

Billy Danna and Lily Franz PHOTOS BY JAMES FRENCH

Greg May

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Reasha Hedke, David McAdams, and Madeline Littrell

Dallas CASA celebrated the final days of the Parade of Playhouses with the Closing Party on July 20 at PIRCH at NorthPark Center. The party was held in honor of the playhouse architects, builders, and underwriters. Guests enjoyed a wine pull, finger foods, and more. The event was hosted by the Dallas CASA Board of Directors and the Dallas CASA Young Professionals. The Parade of Playhouses is a 17-day event that displays imaginative children’s playhouses at NorthPark Center to benefit abused and neglected children.





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BOOTS & SALUTES

Jean and Bill Martin

Dallas police officers Kirk Carol, Christine Bush, Victor Renteria, Barrick Culp, and Scott Jay

Dr. John Burruss

Kristina and Phil Whitcomb with Chuck and Beth Thoele

Dominique Collins, Brandy Baxter, and Monica Reilly Jessica Eatman

Angela and John Rawlings

Derek Blake, Wil Welkes, Kevin Dailey, Doris Dailey, and Pam Jackson

Vietnam Veterans of American 920 Honor Guard

Casey Gutierrez, Carolyn Anderson, and Lili Kellogg P H O T O S B Y R I TA W O R T H A M P H O T O G R A P H Y

Jessica and Sam Geurkink with Audrey and Kevin Moorison

O.Z. and Brenda Helmer

Jocelyn White and Terri Kennedy

The USO-style tribute fundraiser, Boots & Salutes, was held at Equest at Texas Horse Park on July 28. The first-ever fundraising celebration was an evening filled with tributes and support for those who have served our country and the equine therapy and activities that help mental health and wellness for veterans and their families. Six featured therapy horses, representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and First Responders, greeted over 300 attendees as they made their way to the patriotic covered arena decorated in red, white and blue where guests were entertained with a live Frank Sinatrainspired musical performance by Dave Halston accompanied by the talented Dallas Swing Dance Society.



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DSOL CASINO PARTY

2018 Debutantes

Melissa Lewis, Lori Routh, Mari Epperson, and Kim Brannon PHOTOS BY JAMES FRENCH

Tuxedos and cocktail dresses were the attire for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s debutantes Casino Party held in Arlington Hall at Lee Park on July 8. The debs, honor guard, and their families had a buffet dinner, casino games, and dancing with live music by The Ice House Band. The event was chaired by Eleanor McClendon Bond. Brad Donnell and Eleanor McClendon Bond

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MOSAIC FAMILY SERVICES KICKOFF

Camille Moughon and Meredith Rousey

Nusia Sookarow and Ashley Anderson Smith

Carolyn Mulvey, Shaleen Clay, and Walter Nguyen

Ashley Aleman and Jay Forrester Susan Posnick and Brittany Merrill Underwood P H O T O S B Y TA M Y T H A C A M E R O N

Anna Rupani, Claudia Ospina, and Momtaz Begum

Chris and Allison Parker

Genevieve Peterson, Patti Frenette, and Diann White

Danita Lewis and Helena Banks

Guests filled the Akola store on Aug. 2 for the kickoff party to the Mosaic Family Services Champion of Human Rights Gala. Attendees enjoyed music, cocktails, light bites, and an exclusive look at the store’s fall designs as they honored this year’s award recipient, Akola Project CEO Brittany Merrill Underwood.


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‘COLOR ME YOU’ PREMIERE

Ashla Soter, Marco Bottiglieri, and Michael Gauthier

Rachel-Kenzie Pallone PHOTOS BY LORRIE FOLLOWWELL

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On Aug. 6, residents gathered at Studio Movie Grill on West Technology Boulevard for the red carpet premiere of Color Me You. Although the dress code was semi-formal, most guests showed up dressed to the nines. The film’s director, Marco Bottiglieri, is a Highland Park High School alumnus who boasts numerous awards in the filmmaking industry.


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MAKE SCHOOL-NIGHT MEALS SPECIAL Extra touches keep dinner fun for everyone

SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE INGREDIENTS • 1 ½ pounds ground chuck • 1 cup sweet onion, peeled and chopped • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced • 1 ¼ cups medium or hot salsa • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce • 1 15-ounce can kidney or black beans, rinsed and drained • ¼ cup shredded Longhorn cheddar cheese • 1/3 cup crushed tortilla chips • ½ cup shredded Longhorn cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, for garnish • 1 20-count package flour tortillas, warm • 1 ½ cups shredded lettuce • 1 large tomato, rinsed and chopped • 1 cup sour cream

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ootball games, ballet classes, soccer and track practices, parent-teacher nights. Backto-school schedules are demanding not only for children, but for parents, too. Add family dinners to the mix, and it can be a real challenge for any household. So what’s the secret to sitting down to delicious, nutritious meals now that summer’s relaxed schedules are history and the school year is underway? An arsenal of quick, family-friendly recipes and a bit of flexibility can go a long way to solving the nightly dinner dilemma without resorting to fast-food drive-ins or pizza delivery three nights a week. Add a touch of creativity, and dinnertime can become a cherished family tradition. A study by the National Center on Addiction and Drug Abuse at Columbia University demonstrated how critical dinnertime can be to family health and dynamics. The study found that families who frequently share mealtimes expe-

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“When cooking dinner each night starts to feel routine, it’s time to get creative.” rience a lower incidence of teen smoking, drinking, and drug use. But demands on young families can pose an ongoing threat to dinner gatherings. Gathering around the table each night was a tradition when I was growing up — one I continued from the time our sons were born. As they grew older and extracurricular activities took on greater importance, dinnertime

became a vehicle for staying connected as a family. It required flexibility in mealtimes to accommodate everyone’s schedules, but that was a minor inconvenience in exchange for the time we spent together. These meals provided opportunities to celebrate moments great and small, from the first day of school to the completion of a school project to every minor holiday on the calendar. Using family-favorite recipes, seasonal place settings, and simple table decorations, I took advantage of every trick up my sleeve to ensure our family looked forward to nightly dinners around the table. When cooking dinner each night starts to feel routine, it’s time to get creative. Perk up mealtimes with inexpensive placemats and napkins in seasonal colors. For variety, pair these with decorative accessories or clever containers of fresh flowers from your garden or supermarket. Menu themes like “Meatless Monday” can also inject a sense of fun into weekday meals. Change the status quo with an occasion-

al Italian night, Tex-Mex Tuesday, dinner-at-the-beach night, indoor picnics, Friday in France, or cowboy cookin’ to make dinnertime fun for everyone, especially when accompanied by theme music, place cards, or accessories. One of my family’s favorite meals centers around my recipe for Southwestern Casserole — a mouthwatering, savory Tex-Mex ground-beef recipe served with flour tortillas, chopped lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. This nutritious, make-your-own soft-taco recipe is quick and easy for the cook, and makes dinnertime fun for kids of all ages. Served straight from the skillet or baked in a large casserole dish and topped with melted cheese, this recipe from my first cookbook, The Family Table, will probably become a favorite on your dinner table, too! Christy Rost is an author of three cookbooks, a public television chef on PBS stations, and a longtime resident of the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Visit christyrost.com or follow her on Facebook and Twitter @ChristyRost

DIRECTIONS: Sauté meat and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the meat is brown and the onion has softened. Drain the fat, reduce the heat to low, stir in garlic, and cook 1 minute more. Pour in salsa and tomato sauce, and stir to mix. Add kidney beans, ¼ cup of the shredded cheese, and crushed tortilla chips, and stir well. Cook the mixture until it’s hot and bubbly. Serve immediately or spoon into a casserole dish, garnish with remaining cheese, and cover. Casserole may be baked immediately or chilled several hours or overnight. Shortly before serving, bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes, or until it’s hot and bubbly. To serve, spoon casserole into warm flour tortillas, garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream, fold in half, and enjoy. YIELD: Six to eight servings



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We’re Going Downtown Dallas Farmers Market offers something for everyone

STEPHANIE CASEY Have you been to the downtown Dallas Farmers Market lately? The place has seen lots of change in the past few years. I follow the market’s social media and am even on its media list and somehow had no idea until very recently that the inside area (slightly confusingly named “The Market”) was so bumping with terrific shops and restaurants.

“The vibe reminds me of the West End Marketplace in the 1980s.” Since I wasn’t aware, I’m thinking maybe you aren’t either, so let’s get into the situation. “The Market” area I’m talking about is across the parking lot from Mudhen Meat and Greens, before you hit the outdoor covered “Shed,” which is where you may grab fruits, veggies, and associated products from farmers and other vendors. “The Market” looks very cool inside — each stand with its own identity and lots of seating throughout. The vibe reminds me of the West End Marketplace in the 1980s. During the West End’s heyday, the building housed a variety of shops, restaurants, and activities for all ages. All the Dallas Farmers Market is missing to complete the scene is interactive visuals and activities. When you walked into

the West End, there was an open-concept fudgery with employees using large tools to deal with gigantic slabs of fudge that would be cut and sold then and there — a fantasy confection scenario for any child passing by and most of parents, too. And we’d go to the recording booth station where you basically did karaoke, walking out with a cassette tape of your sweet “Rockin’ Robin” performance [sidenote: cassette tapes are back, the cool kids love analogue formats]. Anyway! Back to the downtown Dallas Farmers Market. It provides a similar experience as the OG West End in that groups can go and there is something for everyone. Everybody can get the kind of food they want. There are local shops with fun wares of many varieties. It’s also a great spot to take a midday meeting, sit with your laptop for a bit, or meet a friend for lunch. We’re talking killer tacos at Taqueria La Ventana, authentic Indian food from 8 Cloves, and candles in every scent at Abundantly Aromatic. Rex’s Seafood will toss you a yummy lobster roll or what some call the best fish and chips around. Everybody’s favorite Dallas meme shirt shop, Bullzerk, has an outpost. There’s an Italian coffee shop, Palmeri Café, which authentically gives you a sparkling water back alongside your espresso. Ice cream sandwiches, Tex Mex, beer, cheese, banh mi, popcorn, south of the border décor, and Joanne Bondy will package you up some homemade pickles and the freshest cooking stock you can find from her stall, Stocks and Bondy. Check it out. Take the fam. And your friends. And their fams. Follow Stephanie on Instagram and Facebook @lovageinc for more of her local exploits and 1980s nostalgia.

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“All of these hand creams leave your hands feeling not greasy but silky smooth, a huge plus.” Ladies and gentlemen, just like your neck, your hands tell your age even when your face doesn’t, so don’t forget to devote some of your pampering time to your hands. I have a deep wrinkle between my hand and wrist that just bugs me every time I look at it, so I’m constantly trying to put cream on it to make it go away. I love Eos hand lotion (you know the little-egg shaped lip balm company). The ultra-soothing shea-butter lotion comes in three fragrances. They smell delicious. It’s perfectly shaped for a hand bag. Evolutionofsmooth. com describes it as “perfectly portable.” Fresh in NorthPark Center has a fabulous hand-nourishing lotion with Vitamin E

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Summer Housing Market Is Still Hot

The housing market in Dallas this spring and summer continues to be as hot as the temperature outside. Demand for Dallas-area homes is so intense that the average days on market is running at 30 days, well below the statewide average of 51 days, according to the Texas A&M Real Estate Center. The inventory of existing homes has seen steady improvement this year. Each month, the supply of homes on the market has increased, but the total supply remains a low 2.1 months. That is well below the six month average that is considered a balance between buyers and sellers, the real estate center states. The Allie Beth Allman & Associates team has enjoyed an exceptional spring and summer, buying and selling more than $1 billion in real estate with over 1,100 transactions by early August. “Our housing market over the last few years is extraordinary, one of the most active I have ever seen,” said Allie Beth Allman. “Homes that are well maintained and priced right move very quickly, making it a great time to put your home on the market To see all of the firm’s active listings, visit www.alliebeth.com

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Impressive Preston Hollow estate in quiet Lobello Estates masterfully sited on 1.1-acres for $5,800,000. The new briggsfreeman.com/schools features 300-plus schools across North Texas. “Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher,” says a Japanese proverb. It is undeniable: A great teacher and a great school inspire the greatness in every kid. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty has always recognized this — and has launched briggsfreeman.com/ schools, a guide to more than 300 schools across North Texas. “The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards.” —Anatole France Private schools, public schools, Montessori, special needs and many more: All types of schools are in the guide, all over the Metroplex. “The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” —Mark Van Doren Search for schools by 20-plus cities, by 20-plus districts, even by school name. On each school’s page, see the available homes nearby. “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” —Henry Ford A special feature of briggsfreeman.com/schools is the agentalumni area. See which of the firm’s expert agents attended a school, or who have family that did. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty.

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The Market: Sell Soon

6206 Woodland Drive, listed by Brenda Ray and Meredith Ferrell. “Strike while the iron is hot” takes on a whole new meaning with market developments signaling that now is the time to sell. According to the agent-education source Keeping Current Matters, a combination of this year’s steadily low mortgage rates and steadily low inventory has greatly increased demand for houses. If you are looking for an optimum return on your investment, sell now — then move up to an even more luxurious home. Here, just a few options, listed by Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. 6206 Woodland Drive: This gracious Traditional is perfect for family living and entertaining given its four bedrooms, five full baths and stylish pool and bar. The master suite is a peaceful hideaway with fireplace, built-ins and private patio. It is listed for $1,999,999 by Brenda Ray and Meredith Ferrell. 6340 Brookshire Drive: This idyllic Tudor offers English charm enlivened with high ceilings and expansive windows. Centered by a recently updated chef’s kitchen, the home has five bedrooms, including a master retreat, plus a pool, spa and play yard. It is listed for $1,795,000 by Susie Swanson and Taylor Cousins. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. See all its listings at briggsfreeman.com.

6415 Desco Drive, listed by Amy Detwiler. Originally a 56-acre farm, Preston Hollow became fashionable in the 1930s when homeowners seeking more acreage for horses and stables settled in. Now a neighborhood renowned for its tucked-away residences on winding, tree-lined roads, it has maintained the peacefulness that attracted its first residents while now boasting significant homes by the likes of Robert A.M. Stern, Howard Meyer, Richard Meier and Frank Lloyd Wright. Preston Hollow offers a balanced and refined lifestyle of quiet privacy — just six miles from downtown. Here, a selection of luxury listings: 6415 Desco Drive: A five-bedroom, five-full-bath custom build, this French-inspired home offers resort-style living with its pool, covered loggia and fire pit. Its special features include a barrel-coffered ceiling in the entry and a private courtyard. It is listed for $3,099,000 by Amy Detwiler. 6606 Glendora Avenue: Near Dallas’ premier private schools and shopping, this four-bedroom home is move-in ready. The spacious family room overlooks a backyard oasis with pool, fountain, outdoor kitchen and living area. It is listed for $1,340,000 by Gayle Johansen. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. Discover its offerings at briggsfreeman.com.

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Unique Ranch Reflects Glamorous Cali-Casual Vibe

A platinum Preston Hollow location highlights this stunning English manor masterfully sited 1.1 acres in quiet Lobello Estates for $5,800,000. Designed by Clay Nelson and constructed by Alan Nixon (completed in 2008) this property exemplifies quality of materials and construction, while offering the important bonus of a cost effective geothermal HVAC system operated through 25+ wells. An elevator is an easy ride to the second floor where there are four additional bedrooms including the master suite, full guest quarters, a second utility room, exercise room and media room. The stunning master suite with beamed vaulted ceiling is highlighted by a luxurious bath appointed with onyx counters, heated floors, dual vanities, and separate his and her walk-in closets with extensive built-in shelving and bureaus. A fully equipped guest quarters included a sitting room with kitchenette and bedroom with ensuite bath. Extensive grounds and a sports field sized lawn space with flagstone terraces and walkways to the salt water pool and spa provide a welcoming setting for outdoor entertaining. Please contact Karen Fry (kfry@daveperrymiller.com) or Ryan Streiff (ryan@daveperrymiller.com) for more information or visit DPMFineHomes.com.

Beyond this custom ranch-style home’s front porch with rough-hewn beams lies a sophisticated California beach-chic interior. Offered for $1,149,000 by Marjan Wolford with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, 4510 Hallmark Drive (4510hallmark. daveperrymiller.com) features two living areas, formal dining, four bedrooms, three baths, and study. The home, which once belonged to a legendary Dallas Cowboys figure, has undergone a recent transformation, featuring vaulted ceilings, creamy white walls, and lots of windows to infuse every room with natural light. A two-sided, floor-to-ceiling fireplace divides the two living areas. Large glass sliders open onto both an interior covered patio with skylight and fire pit, and a second patio facing the backyard. The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with granite countertops, subway tile and stainless-steel appliances. A barrel-vaulted ceiling is the highlight of the master suite, while dual vanities, a jetted tub, walk-in shower, and three closets make the bath a true retreat. Three secondary bedrooms, two additional baths and a study complete the layout. For more information, contact Marjan Wolford at 214-3848364 or marjan@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc., with locations specializing in Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.

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Know Your Architecture: Ranch

6530 Desco Drive, marketed by Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty From whence it came: “The ranch architectural style is like jazz and great cheeseburgers,” writes Karin Beuerlein on HGTV.com. “It’s an art form unique to America.” Ranch style is rooted in North American Spanish Colonial architecture of the 17th through 19th centuries: single-story floor plans, native materials and interior courtyards surrounded by a U-shaped floor plan. Low-slung ranch homes were first built in the 1930s — and by the 1950s, nine out of every 10 new houses was a Ranch-style house. Ranches embrace open spaces and the connection between indoor and outdoor living: The back yard is usually just steps from the kitchen or living room via sliding glass doors. Why it works here: Ranch-style homes tend to be easy to maintain because they are often made of brick, which requires little fuss. The roofs’ wide eaves help shade the large windows from the Texas sun. Where to find it: Today, Ranch-style homes can be found all over North Texas. Your Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty agent can find the perfect one for you. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. See all listings at briggsfreeman.com.

This award-winning newer construction with open floor plan is offered for $1,100,000 by Neil Broussard of The Rhodes Group with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate. 8414 Ridgelea St. (8414ridgelea.daveperrymiller.com) features 4,911 square feet (per appraiser) with formal living and dining rooms, great room, four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, study, and two-car garage. The entry is flanked by the living room, with its views to front and back lawns, and by a dining room that effortlessly segues into the chef’s kitchen with center island, bar seating, granite countertops, and high-end appliances. The private downstairs master suite with spa-inspired bath has dual sinks, stand-alone tub, stone-and-glass shower, and large walk-in closet. Upstairs, a game room with wet bar and a media room offer hang-out spaces, and the entire house is conveniently wired for audio-visual media. Three secondary bedrooms and two baths complete the second floor. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for al fresco relaxing. To schedule a private showing, contact Neil Broussard at 214-334-3317 or neil@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc., with locations specializing in Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.

This clean-lined home on a private lot has been expertly remodeled with quality materials and craftsmanship. Offered for $1,299,000 by Karen Fry with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, 11704 Forest Court (11704forest.daveperrymiller.com) features 5,433 square feet (per appraiser) with four bedrooms, four full and three half baths, and a two-car garage. Nearly every room overlooks the lush poolscape and deck. A library off the foyer features floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and a sleek fireplace in the living room is flanked by crackledglass windows. A built-in credenza connects the living room to the dining area, which overlooks a private courtyard. The chef-inspired kitchen offers contemporary cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The adjoining wet bar and wine area are designed for wine enthusiasts. The master retreat, with fireplace and sitting area, overlooks the garden and accesses the pool. The master bath has dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and two large walk-in closets. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a flexible home office/playroom/studio space. For more information, contact Karen Fry at 214-288-1391 or kfry@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc., with locations specializing in Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.

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4 Bedrooms | 3.1 Baths | 3,196 Sq Ft New Price, New Look… Recently Reduced to $850,000 Beautifully maintained corner home on a 58 x 150 lot. Open design combines kitchen, breakfast and living area. Gleaming hardwood floors with new paint throughout. Master bedroom and study on first floor. Kitchen includes SS appliances, pantry. Game room and three more bedrooms upstairs. Refrigerator, attached TV’s and AV equipment included. For more information or to schedule a private tour, please contact Ani Nosnik at (972)896-5432.

Preston Hollow isn’t just a highly sought-after enclave; it’s a mosaic of all that’s best in Dallas: friendly neighborhoods, winding streets and gracious luxury residences. Allie Beth Allman is synonymous with the finest Preston Hollow real estate, and we’ve got the numbers to prove it. So far in 2017, we’re leading the way in Preston Hollow with the nearly 100 units sold, the highest of all firms. Year to date, we’ve got a bigger volume and more buyers represented, than any other real estate company. You’ll be impressed with what Allie Beth Allman can do for you when you’re ready to sell, as well. We’re bringing to our clients the highest average sale prices around. In the first two quarters among Preston Hollow estates, we’ve achieved an average sales prices of just over $1.3 million. It all adds up to an unmatched level of market expertise and customer following – qualities that mean that we’re able to get you to the top Preston Hollow properties if you’re buying, and deliver top sales dollar if you’re selling. To view awll of the firm’s Preston Hollow listings, visit www. alliebeth.com.

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Preston Hollow Village, a 42-acre mixed use development, is located at the northwest corner of Walnut Hill and Central Expressway. The six phase master-planned community encompasses up to 150,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, 325,000 square feet of office space, and six upscale residential neighborhoods with over 1,300 homes. PHV Residential opens its first leasing office on August 15th showcasing three mid-rise apartment buildings, each with its own unique identity. Whether you are looking at The Preston, The Douglas, or The Royal, you will feel bright at home in the upscale yet casual neighborhood. PHV compliments the modern, on-the-move lifestyles of its residents. Here, everyone can walk to chic restaurants, a neighborhood grocery store, superior shopping and services, and a future three-acre park. Preston Hollow Village is the perfect place to get refreshed, get connected and get living. For more information please visit: www.liveatphv.com.

When you’re looking for a home or ready to sell, you want guidance from a true expert – someone with expert knowledge of the community, its choicest properties and current sales trends. In Park Cities and nearby vicinities, that leader is Allie Beth Allman. We have more than 30 percent market share in this highly sought after neighborhood, surpassing any other firm. Not only that, but to date this year, our team has the highest total volume in listings and has sold more homes than anyone else – more than 160 units in the first and second quarters. We’re representing more buyers and sellers in Park Cities than any other company, and the results of that customer trust in our expertise are clear: a year-to-date total sales volume that tops $265 million, higher than any other firm around. Your home represents a significant investment, something our team understands. We protect that investment through careful and considered representation of your property when it’s time to sell. Our firm has achieved the highest average sales price in Park Cities Q1 and Q2 To view all of the firm’s Park Cities listings, visit www. alliebeth.com.

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