The Flag Pole Hill Inclusive Playground project was For the Love of the Lake’s (FTLOTL) 20th Anniversary project, first proposed in 2015. FTLOTL’s then president Liz Akins wrote the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation for a grant, then shepherded this project along until its completion. Jordan Spieth (pictured with Akin on the left and Chris and […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Clumping. Non clumping. Clay. Crystal. Biodegradable. Health monitoring. With so many options, choosing a kitty litter can be daunting for new (and experienced) cat parents. Does it really matter what goes in your cat’s litter box? Yes — especially if your cat isn’t using her litter box. Cats are finicky creatures […]
Brownie layer. 1/2 cup unsalted butter 8 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Cheesecake layer 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1/3 teaspoon salt Heat the oven to 350 F. Line 8×8 […]
By Natalie Merrill Every once in a while, one distinct moment in time can change a person’s life forever. For Dallas resident Astrid Morales Torres, it happened when she was a young child growing up in Mexico City. The only child of two journalists, Morales Torres developed a love for music all on her own. […]
Get ready for a harmonious blend of classical and contemporary music as The Concert Truck, in partnership with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, rolls into iconic locations across the city once again. This eagerly awaited event, now in its sixth year, promises a musical experience like no other. This year, The Concert Truck is introducing a […]
With a mission to promote, support and connect Texas women in the arts, Texas Vignette will host its fifth annual event on Friday, Nov. 3, and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Dallas Market Hall (2200 N. Stemmons Fwy., in Dallas). The two-day juried event will feature 89 works of art by 47 […]
By Cody Douds Bradley and Kara Welch created beautiful and meaningful lives as classical musicians. Bradley is the resident organist at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO), artist-in-residence at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church and holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree. Kara started the flute when she was eight. She plays second flute at the DSO, […]
1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup flour 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 4 stalks celery, diced 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 4 cups chicken stock 12 ounces […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers The association between ravens and Halloween makes sense, given that many cultures consider ravens to be symbols of illness, death or a bad omen. Because ravens eat carrion (dead animals) — and feasted on the remains of soldiers killed in battle — Celtic people associated them with death, war and the […]
By David Mullens With the excitement of the American League and National League Championship Series in full force, a recent baseball footnote barely caused a ripple. On October 16, Oakland Athletics closer Trevor May retired. With the unexpected emergence of the lowly regarded Texas Rangers hitting and pitching their way into the national spotlight, the […]