Local students create Tibetan Prayer Flag exhibition

Local students create Tibetan Prayer Flag exhibition

By Susan Brower A new exhibition of Tibetan prayer flags designed by seventh grade students at St. John’s Episcopal School is now on display at the Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas. It explores the ancient cultural significance of their designs and labor intensive process behind the muslin hand-dyed […]

Mustard-Crusted Prime Rib Roast

Mustard-Crusted Prime Rib Roast

1 (5-pound) boneless prime rib roast 1/2 cup whole grain mustard 6 cloves garlic, minced Leaves from 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, minced Vegetable oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Heat oven to 450F. Let roast sit at room temperature 30 minutes. Season all sides with salt and pepper.  In a small bowl, stir together […]

Perot hopes to spark ‘ah-ha’ moments with new exhibit

Perot hopes to spark ‘ah-ha’ moments with new exhibit

By Becky Mayad Knowing that children learn best through highly engaging and interactive educational tools, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Ericsson are joining forces to bring cutting-edge, augmented-reality (AR) technology to the Museum’s T. Boone Pickens Life Then and Now Hall (aka, the “dinosaur hall”). Developed by Ericsson, the mobile-based immersive application […]

Five dollar admissions, friendship teas part of 2022 fun

Five dollar admissions, friendship teas part of 2022 fun

By Juliette Coulter To kick off 2022 and encourage people to enjoy the outdoors, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden offers $5 general admission starting on January 2 for the entire month.  Tickets need to be purchased online. Pre-purchased parking is $11. The Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden is closed for preventative maintenance January 2 […]

Aaron, Hagler, Lasorda among legends lost

Aaron, Hagler, Lasorda among legends lost

By David Mullen In the tradition of this column at year’s end, we look back at sports participants and personalities who left us, including some that never played in a game. All had a profound impact — locally and nationally — on the sports they represented. Henry “Hank” Aaron, 89. On January 22, baseball lost […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 50

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 50

Dec. 16 – 6:15 p.m. 5100 Block, Bryan St. (75206) Aggravated Robbery of a Business: The suspect pointed a gun at the complainant, who was delivering food.  Dec. 17 – 5:06 a.m. 10200 Block, Ferguson Rd. (75228) Aggravated Robbery of a Business: The suspect stole the complainant’s money while threatening to injure the complainant.  Dec. […]

ExxonMobil contributes 50K!

ExxonMobil contributes 50K!

By Rosanne Lewis Darren Woods, chairman and chief executive officer of Exxon Mobil Corporation, presented $50,000 to Dallas CASA to support the organization’s advocacy for abused and neglected children in protective care in Texas. The contribution marks the 16th annual ExxonMobil Chairman’s Gift, which is given during the holidays to support deserving nonprofit organizations in […]

ArtPark offers unique NYE views

ArtPark offers unique NYE views

As 2021 winds to a close and we look forward to the New Year, Dallas-area revelers can kickoff 2022 in style at ArtPark. The fun-loving beer garden and restaurant at Trinity Groves features green turf, lawn games and a delicious menu, and the drinks are poured from shipping container bars. And on December 31, ArtPark […]

Lochland’s hosts brunch

Lochland’s hosts brunch

Lochland’s Food and Spirits rings in the New Year with complimentary party favors and a champagne toast at 6 p.m. for Irish New Year and again at midnight local time. Enjoy “old school classic cocktails” and one of the best Guinness pints in East Dallas along with the full a la carte menu. Free drawings […]

Checking pee-mail helps lower heart rates

Checking pee-mail helps lower heart rates

By Dr. Beth Leermakers While you’re thinking about your new year’s resolutions, consider what you can do to improve your pet’s health and well-being. Instead of making several changes at once, focus on one behavior or action step at a time. Here are a few suggestions: Check their ID. Too many pets that wind up […]