‘Cloud Forest Cortado’ part of celebration

‘Cloud Forest Cortado’ part of celebration

By Chris and Andy Morgan White Rock Coffee is a local icon today but, two decades ago, it was a fledgling enterprise operated by a young couple with an espresso machine, a coffee bean roaster and a lot of ambition. This May 28, White Rock Coffee (WRC) will celebrate 20 years of roasting, brewing and “connecting […]

Thai restaurant defined by strength of team

Thai restaurant defined by strength of team

By Lan Rose After more than three decades of serving authentic Thai cuisine to the East Dallas community, Bangkok at Greenville will close its doors for good on Monday, June 30. Located at 4503 Greenville Avenue, the restaurant has long been a staple for locals craving comforting curries, fragrant noodles, and traditional Thai hospitality. But […]

‘Flaming June’ leaves soon

‘Flaming June’ leaves soon

The Meadows Museum, SMU, is entering the final weeks of The Sense of Beauty: Six Centuries of Painting from Museo de Arte de Ponce, which closes June 22. Visitors have just one more month to see this extraordinary traveling exhibition from Puerto Rico, featuring more than 60 masterworks by leading lights of European, American and […]

Supporters help ‘spark’ creativity in Dallas children

Supporters help ‘spark’ creativity in Dallas children

By Juliette Coulter SPARK! Dallas celebrated its 10th anniversary on May 1 with a fundraiser called SPARKtacular at Leigh and Bryce Williams’ home.  More than 160 guests attended, bid on silent auction items, and enjoyed appetizers and beverages. Guitarist Matt Brooks played current and favorite hits.  It was a family affair for Honorary Chair Sarah […]

New directors bring experience, dedication

New directors bring experience, dedication

The Hoblitzelle Foundation announced this week the appointment of three distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors: Jeanne Whitman Bobbitt, Nita Prothro Clark and Jennifer Staubach Gates (pictured). Each brings a wealth of experience in civic leadership, philanthropy and nonprofit governance that will strengthen the Foundation’s ongoing mission to enhance quality of life across Texas. […]

White Rock ‘Angel’ honored for volunteer work

White Rock ‘Angel’ honored for volunteer work

By Nicole Rosales  The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas hosted its 2025 Annual Celebration on Thursday, April 17 at the Frontiers of Flight Museum to recognize volunteers who have dedicated their time in service to the Y’s mission and vision. While thousands of volunteers support the YMCA’s diverse programs annually, only a distinguished group receives awards […]

Bridge interviewed by Marshall for CASA

Bridge interviewed by Marshall for CASA

Dallas CASA’s Children’s Council hosted the annual Cherish the Children luncheon April 11 at the Arts District Mansion, co-chaired by Lauren Rose Sands and Kathleen Thorson. Sands, inspired by her grandmother Caroline Rose Hunt’s legacy, shared how meaningful it is to make a direct, personal impact as a CASA volunteer. Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen M. […]

Greater East Dallas Chamber to honor top educators

Greater East Dallas Chamber to honor top educators

The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2025 Teacher of the Year award winners. Six educators were chosen from numerous nominations, making it extremely difficult to select the winners. Each awardee will receive $250 along with an award plaque and their school also receives $250. The 2025 winners are:  • Chad Burrus […]

Attending baseball games has steep price

Attending baseball games has steep price

By David Mullen At what point does a baseball game become too expensive for a family to attend?  I joined the Texas Rangers Opening Day crowd of 37,587 at Globe Life Field in Arlington on March 27. As trivial as the game results — it counts as one game in a 162-game season — Opening […]

Tower adjusts lights for annual bird migration

Tower adjusts lights for annual bird migration

Reunion Tower is celebrated for its iconic light shows that brighten the Dallas skyline. However, at certain times of the year, the Tower goes dark for a different reason. Reunion Tower will once again participate in the Texas Conservation Alliance initiative for the Spring Bird Migration. From April 14 through May 18, Reunion Tower will […]

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