By David Mullen Santa is very busy this year. First, he must plan air travel over the holidays. Then, he must make sure that his workshop is observing healthy protocols and that the elves are socially distant. Luckily, they only need to be kept three feet apart. Still, Kris Kringle has time to make a […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. Most people can name most, if not all, of Santa’s reindeer. I had to look up a few names. Keep reading if you can’t remember them all. Just for fun, I’ll delve into the history of Santa’s reindeer (family-friendly version). Did Santa […]
By Shari Goldstein Stern Original, refreshed and re-worked Christmas music is a joy to hear when the air gets nippy, as when Mannheim Steamroller rolled its way into the season’s classic repertoire. But there is always that special way traditional holiday songs warm your heart. MainStage Theatre USHERS OUT 2020, gratefully, gracefully and with a […]
4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each 1/2 cup molasses (dark or blackstrap) Juice of 2 limes 2 tablespoons chili powder Salt and pepper Heat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Place salmon fillets skin side down on prepared sheet. In a bowl, whisk together molasses, lime juice and chili powder. Using […]
By David Mullen LeBron James is looking for respect. After the Los Angeles Lakers won their 17th NBA championship in the odd, pandemic-fused 2019-20 season played in Bubbletown, USA, aka Orlando, he wanted his third career team (LA after Miami and two stints in Cleveland) to receive some “damn respect.” But while he was at […]
White Rock Rowing (WRR) is an organization for Dallas-area youth that aims to change lives by fostering teamwork skills and preparing their athletes for success in sport and in life. Currently, WRR has only one set of competitive sweep oars, which their novice and varsity teams must share for practice and competitions, limiting the teams’ […]
Dallas Park and Recreation Department (DPARD) is allowing the For the Love of the Lake (FTLOTL) office to open Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. for a drive through only (do not get out of your vehicle) to pick up supplies for a restricted cleanup service program. The trash grabbers (litter sticks) will be sanitized […]
By Shari Goldstein Stern Who couldn’t use some laughs right about now? Uptown Players (UP) always comes through in that department, and to keep your lives safe from COVID-19 while comfy at home in your jammies, “Helen Holy’s Streaming Christmas Spectacular” will bring the 701 Club virtually into your home — to your desktop, laptop, […]
2 bunches kale, thick stems removed, and rinsed 2 cups cherry tomatoes 6 cloves garlic, chopped Olive oil Salt and pepper Heat oven to 350F. Line a sheet pan with parchment. Spread kale over pan and drizzle with oil, tossing it to coat. Add tomatoes and toss those, then add garlic. Season with salt and […]
By Amity Thomas Pecan Lodge is now taking orders online for a selection of tasty smoked meats, savory sides and decadent desserts for the holiday table. Choose entrées from traditional smoked turkey or ham with apricot-molasses glaze, spice crusted beef tenderloin, whole smoked brisket, burnt ends, racks of ribs, handmade smoked sausage links, Southern cornbread […]