Half century of theater celebrated

Half century of theater celebrated

On Oct. 15 in Samuell-Grand Park after the final performance of “Hamlet,” with an all-female cast, Shakespeare Dallas (SD) celebrated the end of its milestone 50th anniversary. The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce held a special bench dedication ceremony for its founder, Bob Glenn, and a ribbon cutting ceremony as the nonprofit’s supporters look […]

Take precautions to protect your animals

Take precautions to protect your animals

By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Help yourself to a treat. Please do not ring the doorbell. Dogs will bark.” With four dogs who may dash out the door, it’s not safe to open my door to trick-or-treaters, so I leave cookies in bowls on the front porch. Yes, I could put my dogs in the bedroom […]

Ceremony reflects past, present, future

Ceremony reflects past, present, future

By Rachel Rossler The members of Dallas United Crew’s PINK Dragon Boat team may seem like an unlikely assembly of women. They vary in age from 35-75 with diverse backgrounds, views and affiliations.  Most came to the unique sport with no previous experience and little athletic background. The one defining factor that brought them together […]

Roasted Delicata and Tomatoes

Roasted Delicata and Tomatoes

1 delicata squash, halved, seeded, and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick slices 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 pints cherry tomatoes  Salt and pepper Heat oven to 425F. Line sheet pan with foil or parchment. In a bowl combine squash and oil and toss to coat. Spread into a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Add tomatoes to […]

One million holiday lights? Yes!

One million holiday lights? Yes!

By Terry Lendecker Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, returns with a garden transformed to get people into the holiday spirit with The Christmas Village, The 12 Days of Christmas and the 50-foot-tall Dazzling Musical Tree. These three large scale outdoor displays are perfectly designed for the 66-acre garden and are open to the […]

It’s an ice time to be in Dallas

It’s an ice time to be in Dallas

By David Mullen While the Dallas Cowboys are having unexpected early season success, the pool parties are still awash at the Village, and the fryers remain bubbling at the State Fair of Texas, that unmistakable time of year has arrived for local sports fans. Wipe off the Banana Boat SPF 30 and funnel cake crumbs […]

Tradition continues as studios open up

Tradition continues as studios open up

By Sharon O’Callaghan Shero What have artists been up to in these quarantine months and strange times? Has making art been especially important? Were unexpected perks the quieter days with less distraction? How about new inspiration? Ask artists these questions and more in person. Join with others for the 2021 White Rock Lake Artists’ Studio […]

Lake Highlands man rubs elbows with Big Tex

Lake Highlands man rubs elbows with Big Tex

By Shari Goldstein Stern Lake Highlands resident Jason Hays said that he has the “funnest” job in the city. It sure sounds like fun, and as enormous as the state of Texas. Hays is senior vice president, brand experience for the State Fair of Texas, (the Fair) and has his hands in all things Fair. […]

Beef Ribs Stroganoff

Beef Ribs Stroganoff

3 pounds country-style beef ribs 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 onions, sliced 3 garlic cloves, sliced 1 teaspoon paprika 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 cup red wine 2 cups beef broth 3/4 cup sour cream  Salt and pepper  Egg noodles, for serving  Season beef ribs with salt and pepper. In a multi cooker heat […]

Despite delay, MLB managed timeless moments

Despite delay, MLB managed timeless moments

By David Mullen Major League Baseball sure knows how to ruin a good time. After coming off a couple of pandemic plagued seasons, prospects were sparkling on the baseball diamond for a return to normalcy. But baseball couldn’t handle the prospect of pleasing fans. As two strongheaded factions couldn’t agree on how much egregious money […]

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