The Dallas Opera begins its 2024/2025 season with Verdi’s enduring classic, “La traviata,” which opens on Friday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m., with four additional performances throughout the month. Verdi’s dramatic grand opera features The Dallas Opera debuts of Chilean soprano Yaritza Véliz, as Violetta, and Mexican tenor Javier Camarena as the lovesick Alfredo. Baritone […]
By David Mullen On September 26, the Texas Rangers continued to wind down a frustrating season with an afternoon game against the Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum. For the Rangers, it was just another game on the schedule. For the A’s and their loyal fans, it was the end of an era. The Oakland Coliseum […]
By Warren Black What else says “Texas” like “rodeo”? The State Fair of Texas’ motto is, “Celebrate all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family friendly environment.” This is new wording for a 138-year tradition. Texas and the livestock business are synonymous, and the Fair has a […]
Shortbread Base: 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Lemon Filling: 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup berries Heat oven to 350F. Line a […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers My new foster dog is very uncomfortable, constantly scratching her ears and licking and chewing on her paws. Without spending a fortune on diagnostics (rescue group budgets are limited), it’s difficult to know what’s causing her itchiness. Because she isn’t infested with fleas, I suspect that Minnie’s skin issues may be […]
By David Mullen The Dallas area has a chance to witness some of the world’s best golfers play on Friday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 22 as the LIV Golf Tour comes to Maridoe Golf Club at 2020 Kelly Blvd. in Carrollton. Local fans can watch some of the top names in golf play in […]
As sure as spider lilies begin to bloom in East Dallas, the artists on the White Rock Artists’ Studio Tour will once again open their doors to the public October 12-13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now in its 31st year, the annual tour presents 31 artist studios together with four Art Centers. The tour announced […]
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard 1 shallot, minced 1 jalapeño, diced 1/4 cup olive oil 1 cup corn kernels, thawed if frozen 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 2 tablespoons chopped basil 3 cups baby arugula In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, shallot, jalapeño […]
CC Young announced the winners of the 24th annual Spirit is Ageless Art & Writing Contest who will be recognized at an awards celebration on Friday, Oct. 25 at 2 p.m. in The Point Auditorium on the CC Young campus. Winners will be recognized in person, and the event will be streamed live. Awards go […]
By David Mullen It was one of the most highly anticipated debuts in the 105-year history of the National Football League. The game — labeled “America’s Game of the Week” — featured a player signed to a 10-year, $375 million contract with no experience. It was overhyped, as TV networks with sports properties do. Fox […]