By Sara Newberry Maya’s Modern Mediterranean is the newest eatery in the Casa Linda shopping center, located in the space that was formerly occupied by Alligator Cafe. It’s exciting to have a Middle Eastern place so close by. I approached Maya’s Modern Mediterranean like this: the menu is kind of a gateway to more authentic […]
By Shari Goldstein Stern Janelle Lutz (in red) channels Judy Garland in “A Very Judy Christmas” at Uptown Players through December 16. “A Very Judy Christmas” at Uptown Players (UP) opens on a set of Judy Garland’s “holiday home,” mimicking her 1963 TV Christmas special. Powerhouse Janelle Lutz as Judy does an immediate rendition of […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Choosing a shelter dog — Doing Your Homework Part 1 Do you want to add a fur-kid to your family while saving a life? If so, head to your local animal shelter or rescue group to adopt a dog or cat. On a typical day, Dallas Animal Services (DAS) and Fort […]
With the holiday season just around the corner, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is reaching out to all DART riders to support the annual “Stuff a Bus” event scheduled for Friday, Dec. 14. The initiative will deliver socks and blankets to area nursing facilities — as well as unwrapped toys and canned food for children […]
By Elizabeth Lenart Make your holidays historic at Dallas Heritage Village’s 47th Annual Candlelight on Dec. 8 and 9 from 3-9 p.m. at 1515 South Harwood in Dallas. See how holiday traditions were celebrated in the late 1800s at the Village’s largest public fundraiser, featuring carriage rides, holiday storytelling, Victorian carolers, musical entertainment on three […]
Once again, For the Love of the Lake is partnering with the Dallas Marathon to recruit course guides. This year, the BMW Dallas Marathon takes place on Sunday, Dec. 9. We are hoping to get at least two people assigned to each spot. Course guides are posted at key intersections throughout the race to make […]
By Brooke Tinch Faith & Grief Ministries recognize that the holiday season can bring sadness and a swirl of conflicting emotions for those who are grieving. The Memorial Arch provides a place to remember your loved ones by writing their names on ribbons and tying them to the arch with names of others who are […]
From Staff Reports It’s a popular new American tradition: after Thanksgiving (Nov. 22) and between the big box sales on Black Friday (Nov. 23) and the online retail sales on Cyber Monday (Nov. 26) comes “Shop Local Saturday — Nov. 24.” Every year we set aside this special day to celebrate the independent, local businesses […]
McShan Florist’s annual holiday tradition lives on! Santa arrives Nov. 24 at the florist’s landmark location on Garland Road for a visit with neighborhood children. The event is from 1-5 p.m. The community is invited to stop by with cameras, pets on leashes and children for a memorable day for the whole family. April Barnes […]
By Shelia Huffman Steeped in local history and firmly embedded in the community, East Dallas Christian Church (EDCC) often referred to as an urban oasis, plays a vital role in the lives of the people who make up the fascinating and diverse neighborhoods east of the city. The church is home to The Housing Crisis […]