By Susan Read In 1966, Dallas area mental health and public health professionals along with community leaders recognized the need for access to immediate intervention for individuals in acute emotional crisis in Dallas, Texas. After much deliberation and three years of planning by these leaders, the Suicide Prevention Center and 24-hour Crisis Line (with highly […]
The date for the 2021 Celebration! White Rock is set. The event is scheduled for October 14 at Winfrey Point on White Rock Lake. Celebration! White Rock is the largest fundraiser of the year for White Rock Lake Conservancy. The 2020 event was canceled, so the conservancy needs this to be the best and biggest […]
By Justin Hensley The mission of After-School All-Stars North Texas (ASASNTX) is to provide comprehensive, cost-free after-school programs that keep children safe and help them succeed in school and life. Since 2012, ASAS has focused on serving the students with the highest needs. Of the students ASAS serves in Dallas County, 97 percent identify as […]
By Judy Babb Even if you are iffy about Van Gogh, Immersive Van Gogh will leave you with your jaw hanging open because of the immersive artistry of its presentation. It’s art in motion and at a size that is hard to describe. The walls in the great hall soar over what looks like miniature […]
POCKET SANDWICH THEATRE By Shari Goldstein Stern From “Prologue” through “Encore Means More,” “Play it Again Sam(wich)” and “Punch Line,” patrons will miss Pocket Sandwich Theatre’s (PST) creative menu. As a prologue, some regular patrons, like this one, can’t wait for the “One Seasonal Sensation,” a dramatic big ol’ salad costumed with grilled chicken, golden […]
The Greater East Dallas Chamber announced the 2021 business award winners on August 7. The winners are: Business of the Year — Dickey’s Barbeque Pit; Chairman’s Award — Flatbread Company; Entrepreneur of the Year — Le Caveau Vinotheque and Minuteman Press; Live Local — Curiosities & Curious Garden, For The Love of The Lake and […]
By Karissa Condoianis The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the 17th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards. On Sunday, August 29, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste – […]
WHITE ROCK DOG PARK By Judy Babb More than 20 years ago, White Rock Lake Dog Park was but a glimmer in the eyes of park founders Andie Comini and Melissa Tinning. They and other dog lovers would secret their dogs out to an area park and take the dogs off leash and let them […]
By David Mullen It has been a ritual for young sports fans for generations. Mow lawns. Wash cars. Sell lemonade. Do chores around the house. Maybe even get a paper route. You did whatever it took to have your own money and not just any money. Baseball card money. My retailer of choice was Art’s […]
By Judy Babb Dallas City Council member Paula Blackmon is a force to be reckoned with and one whose efforts resulted in things Dallasites are familiar with. She has had her hands in countless projects during her 25 years of public service. The successes are many. If you’ve visited Klyde Warren Park, you are standing […]