PRIDELY - Dallas Vol 2

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Petra and the Beast

Popular destination showcasing farm-to-fork, New American cuisine in snug, unassuming surrounds.

601 N Haskell Ave., Dallas, TX 75246

Phone: (318) 935-0906 | Web: www.petraandthebeast.com

CBD Provisions

Upscale Joule Hotel brasserie offers creative Texan comfort dishes & cocktails in a stylish setting.

1530 Main St STE 100, Dallas, TX 75201

Phone: (214) 261-4500 | Web:www.thejouledallas.com

Tei-An

Chef-owner Teiichi Sakurai’s Japanese cuisine in a posh contemporary space with Zenlike ambiance.

1722 Routh St #110, Dallas, TX 75201

Phone: (214) 220-2828 | Web: tei-an.com Have a restaurant

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Rodeo Goat

Casual joint offering inventive variations on house-ground burgers & a lengthy craft-beer lineup. 1926 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX

The Woolworth

Cozy yet stylish bar with an elevated menu of shared plates & entrees plus handcrafted cocktails.

1520 Elm St #201, Dallas, TX

Toulouse

This warm eatery serves a menu of French bistro classics indoors & out on a covered patio. 3314 Knox St, Dallas, TX

Fearing’s Restaurant

Chef Dean Fearing’s splashy Southwestern destination with a celebrated bar in the luxe Ritz-Carlton.

2121 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX

Town Hearth

Swank space with raw bar, steaks & classic cocktails from Dallas chef Nick Badovinus. 1617 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX

Lucia

Popular resource for creative Italian fare served in rustic, cozy quarters dating from the 1920s. 287 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX

Al Biernat’s

Longtime, upscale steak & seafood destination known for its service & vibrant bar. 4217 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX

Uchi

Sleek destination offering a menu of modern Japanese cuisine, known for its cooked seafood & sushi. 2817 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX

Cafe Momentum

Chad Houser’s New American spot doubles as a nonprofit helping at-risk youths learn culinary skills. 1510 Pacific Ave, Dallas, TX

Dakota’s Steakhouse

Subterranean seafood & steakhouse with a garden waterfall view & luxe New Orleans-style ambiance. 600 N Akard St, Dallas, TX

JAN 16

2023 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade

The parade will feature approximately 250 entries from various community organizations, church groups, youth groups, nonprofit organizations, band/ drill teams, colorful floats, and much more. Learn more at dallasmlkcenter. com.

FEB 11

Taste of Dallas

Taste of Dallas introduces a special Valentine’s themed event on February 11th, 2023 at the Frontiers of Flight Museum. The event is specifically designed to provide a unique and elevated experience to appeal to couples who want to celebrate this romantic holiday by being able to sample and enjoy the best of the great city of Dallas has to offer. Learn more at tasteofdallas.org.

MAR 11

2023

Dallas Mavs St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival

The Dallas St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival is an old Dallas tradition and has become the largest St. Patrick’s Parade in the Southwest. The event usually attracts over 125,000 people and hosts 90+ floats and more than 1,700 participants, which is insane. All people gather together to have fun and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a blast. Learn more at dallasstpp.com.

APR 7

Dallas Reggae Festival 2023

We want to welcome friends and families to the Annual Dallas Reggae Festival. This family-friendly reggae festival will feature unique treasures among the arts, crafts and jewelry vendors, Caribbean-inspired food and various artists and local reggae bands celebrating cultural equality through reggae music. Learn more at dallasreggaefest.com.

MAY 28

The Dallas Super Show

The biggest car show to hit Dallas returns in 2023! This can’t miss event is part of the 2023 WEGO Tour and WEGO-Midwest Tour featuring cars from all across the United States! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUN 3

Dallas Pride 2023

Dallas Pride Parade has been celebrated for the last 30 years and it keeps growing every year. The event is dedicated to celebrating the LGBT community, with the major activities of the day featuring the main parade and a festival held in the popular Oak Lawn neighborhood. It is a day to increase awareness about the LGBT community and debunk myths and misinformation that others might still be holding about LGBT. Learn more at dallaspride.org.

JUL 4

Fair Park Fourth Free and open to the public, Fair Park Fourth will feature hands-on activities for kids, local market vendors, live music, entertainment, food trucks, and other concession offerings. Learn more at fairparkdallas.com.

AUG 5

Drag Brunch at Blüm Dallas

Come celebrate your next birthday, bachelorette party, or just brunch with us. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, bachelorette party, or a divorce. We have several experience packages for you and your crew to celebrate! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

SEP 29

State Fair of Texas

The venue for the State Fair of Texas event has always been the historic Fair Park. This is one of the longest-running events not just in Texas, but in the entire United States of America. The event features 24 days of incredible family fun and entertainment, with lots of food, musical performances, and art displays. Learn more at bigtex.com.

OCT 19

2023 Dallas Bachata Festival

There will be dance workshops, spectacular performances, and social dancing for 4 days in Dallas, TX. Share your passion with us and come experience the magic that is Dallas Bachata Festival! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

NOV 3

Red Velvet Burlesque Show

Red Velvet Entertainment is the number one Dallas burlesque show in the Dallas area. We have burlesque dancers from around the world to provide new and entertaining performances. Once you visit Red Velvet Entertainment, you will never need to see another burlesque show in Dallas. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

DEC 20

Enchant Christmas at Fair Park

Let Enchant light up your holiday season. Bring your friends and family for a magical evening with over 4 million sparkling lights, our story themed walk-thru light maze, Ice Skating, and so much more! Learn more at enchantchristmas.com.

EATING

THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do. Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short. InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead continued on page 16

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

GAY FOR GOOD

Gay For Good Dallas-Fort Worth mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth community. We facilitate welcoming, inclusive service projects in support of a wide range of causes throughout Dallas-FortWorth and surrounding areas, and we look forward to meeting you. Web: gayforgood.org

RESOURCE CENTER - COMMUNITY CENTER

Resource Center pursues societal equity by proudly offering LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, plus) affirming resources designed to improve health and wellness, strengthen families and communities, and provide transformative education and advocacy. Web: myresourcecenter.org

COALITION FOR AGING, LGBT

The mission is to improve and protect the quality of life of older LGBT adults in North Texas through health, housing, advocacy, financial security and social services. We are taking immediate action to create programs and make cultural changes to insure the quality of life and dignity. Web: cfa.lgbt

DFW FUSE

Fuse is a group for gay, bisexual, pansexual, queer and questioning guys between the ages of 18-35 in the DFW Metroplex. Our mission is to foster a safe, healthy, and supportive community. Web: dfwfuse.com

THE DALLAS WAY

The mission of The Dallas Way is to gather, organize, store, and present the complete LGBTQ history of Dallas, Texas. Web: thedallasway.org

PFLAG DALLAS

PFLAG is the first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and their families. Web: pflag.org

CARPET CLEANING

Bella Maison Carpet Cleaning and Restoration 17

DENTAL & ORTHODONTICS

North Frisco Dental and Orthodontics 13

FLOORING

Floor & Decor 7

FULL SERVICE LAW FIRM

Law Offices of Kenneth George Wincorn, P.C. 13

LAW

Deandra Grant Law 5

ORCHESTRA

Richardson Symphony Orchestras 9

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Real Property Management One Source 17