By Beth Leermakers How many dogs does it take to change a lightbulb? Border Collie: Just one. Then I’ll replace any wiring that’s not up to code. Lab: Oh, me, me! Pleeease let me change the light bulb! Can I? Huh? Huh? German Shepherd: I’ll change it as soon as I’ve led these people from […]
By Josh Ortega With the NFL Preseason wrapping up, the Dallas Cowboys have made a move to add depth to their offensive line by trading for former 2023 first-round pick Broderick Jones of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Dallas sent over a 2027 third-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick to Pittsburgh in exchange for Jones and […]
1 pound fresh okra 1 ancho chile, seeded and torn into 1-inch pieces 2 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds 2 cups apple cider vinegar (5 percent acidity) 2 cups water 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons granulated sugar Wash 2 quart jars and lids and let air dry. Wash okra […]
By Catherine Wendlandt The Dallas Opera (TDO) kicks off its 2026/2027 Season with a new-to-Dallas production of Gaetano Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love” on October 9, at the Winspear Opera House. In Donizetti’s beloved 1832 comic opera, a hopeless romantic swoons for the town’s “it girl,” but she doesn’t even notice him. Along comes a […]
By Sharon Adams One of the most anticipated events of the fall is A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the event benefits the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden and the development and maintenance of A Woman’s Garden, the centerpiece garden of the […]
This Labor Day weekend, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science invites families, dinosaur enthusiasts and curious explorers to travel back in time for a prehistoric celebration packed with dinosaur-themed fun. Throughout the holiday weekend, guests can enjoy interactive activities, specialty food and beverages and hands-on experiences inspired by some of the most fascinating creatures […]
From Bath House Staff Reports The Bath House Cultural Center presents La Guitarrizma!, an exhibition celebrating guitars, guitarists and the enduring cultural impact of stringed instruments. Dallas has long been home to extraordinary guitarists whose talent has enriched the city’s musical identity. From buskers performing on street corners to local and regional bands, and from […]
By Josh Ortega With schools back in full swing, the Associated Press released its preseason Top 25 Poll ranking the top 25 College Football programs heading into the 2026 season, which kicks off this week. Five schools from Texas were ranked across the distinguished group in the poll. Here are the school’s rank and expectations […]
1 teaspoon whole Szechuan peppercorns 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon sugar 3 heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced Chopped cilantro, for garnish In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the Szechuan […]
By Beth Leermakers “Relax. You’re making your foster dog more anxious,” says my dog trainer while we’re introducing two dogs on a leash walk. Relaxing isn’t easy when I’m worried the dog I’m leading will react negatively to the other dog. Dogs sense when their people are stressed or upset, and they may respond in […]