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Vol. 6, No. 15: Section One | Neighborhood News | Community Calendar and Food Guide | Local Arts | Opinions COMMUNITY NEWS Crow awarded prestigious medal Trammell S. Crow has been awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor for Katy Trail his efforts founding EarthX, the largest Earth Day cele- bration in the world held in Fair Park. Crow accepted the award at a special reception on Ellis Island. Past medal- Weekly ists have included seven U.S. THE DALLAS INSTITUTE presidents, three world lead- ers, several Nobel Prize win- ‘The Open City’ connects people with ideas, books ners, and various leaders of industry, education, the arts, By Rachel Savant sports and government. – [email protected] Lindsey Lyons EARTHx

The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture Charity golf event swings and The Dallas Morning News announce the Fifth Annual Dallas Festival of Books and Ideas in part- nership with the Dallas Museum of Art, the Dallas Public Library and Friends of the Dallas Public Library. Speakers ranging from poets and novelists to sci- entists and architects will come together, over multi- ple days, to discuss a variety of topics connected to the dallas casa theme of this year’s festival: “The Open City.” The Dallas AT&T, Goldman Sachs and Pioneer Natural Resources Festival of Books and Ideas joined forces April 29 to host the Dallas CASA (Court will be held Tuesday, May THE DALLAS INSTITUTE Appointed Special Advocates) Classic, a charity golf tour- 28 through Saturday, June The Dallas Festival of Books and Ideas will be held Tuesday, May 28 through Saturday, nament that raised $1.8 million for abused and neglected 1. All events are free. June 1. children served by Dallas CASA. Since 1998, the Dallas Through its “Open CASA Classic has raised $19.7 million for Dallas CASA. City” theme, the “Ideas” and how the city can address its el- visitors. The keynote speaker will be The tournament was held simultaneously at the Four part of the Dallas Festival will fea- ders’ needs and benefit from their Keven Ann Willey, former VP and Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas and the ture separate “City Track” teams that wisdom and experience. The keynote editorial page editor of The Dallas Brookhaven Country Club. – Rosanne Lewis will explore different aspects of our speaker will be Dr. Emi Kiyota, envi- Morning News and travel author of city in four venues on Tuesday, May ronmental gerontologist and founder postcardsfromtheperimeter.com on 28 through Saturday, May 31. Then of Ibasho, and held on Tuesday, May Wednesday, May 29 from 6:30 to It was in the (chocolate) chips on Saturday, June 1, the culminat- 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the UT- 8:30 p.m. at The Dallas Institute at ing “Books” part of the festival will Dallas Center for Brain Health, Brain 2719 Routh St. In honor of National occur at the downtown Dallas Public Performance Institute at 2200 W. Science in the City seeks to an- Chocolate Chip Day on Library and the other at the Dallas Mockingbird Lane. swer how Dallas can utilize its exten- May 15, Dallas-based Museum of Art. The Welcoming City ex- sive resources of data to connect and Nestle Toll House Café This year’s “City Tracks” include: plores how Dallas can adequately harmonize different parts of our city. broke the Guinness The Physical City. It will consider welcome and include its great and World Records title for Dallas’ growing elderly population growing diversity of residents and ideas cont'd on page 3 the longest line of cook- ies at The Star in Frisco. Former Dallas Cowboys MUSICAL PREVIEW defensive back Charlie Williams and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders ‘Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical’ now playing were in attendance. Nestle Toll House Café though. It’s based very plans in motion, with no lined up 3,029 cookies loosely on a French novel, regard for anyone who in the shape of a football nestle toll house Les Liasions Dangereuses, might get in their way, they (607’ X 1”). The cookies first published in 1782. are soon entangled in their were then donated to the Salvation Army, Trusted World Then there was the 1999 own web. and Foodsource DFW. – Brooke Johnston classic cult film star- Entertainment Weekly ring Reese Witherspoon, said the musical “provides Ryan Phillippe and Sarah the ultimate night out.” INSIDE Michelle Gellar. The film Single ticket prices proved so popular with range from $46 to $76 and Notes from the Editor Automobility teenagers and young adults can be purchased online Bubba Flint Mull It Over DISD Environment it spawned two sequels. at attpac.org, by phone at 2 7 Fashion Sense “Cruel; Intentions: The 214-880-0202 or in person AT&T Performing arts center ’90s Musical” (according to at the AT&T Performing Boater Safety Uncle Barky's Bites Travel “Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical” will run through press information), “pulls Arts Center Winspear 3 8 Sunday, May 26. you into the manipula- Opera House Box Office tive world of Manhattan’s at 2403 Flora St. For Crossword Puzzle Dotty Griffith By Jo Ann Holt the nostalgia fix you need. most dangerous liaisons.” groups of 10 or more call Your Stars This Week Recipe [email protected] The musical production Sebastian Valmont and 214-978-2879. 4 Reality Estate 9 Uptown Girl features popular hits Kathryn Merteuil are AT&T Performing Arts “Cruel Intentions: The guaranteed to bring back charming and privileged Center is a nonprofit foun- Community Calendar Winding Roads ’90s Musical” will be on- the ’90s. Featuring hits step-siblings who love to dation that operates and Photo of the Week Sudoku stage at the Wyly Theatre by such artists as Boyz II play manipulative games programs a 10-acre campus 5 Charity Spotlight 10 at 2400 Flora St. through Men, Christina Aguilera, with each other. They place comprised of three premier Sunday, May 26, presented REM, *NSYNC and Britney a bet on whether or not performance venues and a Hammer and Nails Scene Around Town by AT&T Performing Arts Spears, “Cruel Intentions” Sebastian can deflower an park in downtown Dallas. Perot Museum Center. offers a musical trip back innocent classmate, their Opening in October 2009, 6 11 If you’ve been miss- in time. incoming headmaster’s the Center has helped com- ing the 1990s, “Cruel The musical has roots daughter. As the dangerous plete the 30-year vision of @katytrailweekly @katytrailweekly Intentions” may be just way before the 1990s, duo set their destructive the Dallas Arts District. 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NOTES FROM THE EDITOR Stop letting air out of my tires!

By David Mullen purple Schwinn Stingray – [email protected] banana seat, sissy bar and all – to my house for me to glide After six decades of being like the wind. I was in eighth a committed (insert joke here) grade and “husky,” as I was Skippy guy, I made a bold deci- classified by the Sears boy’s sion and switched to Jif … May department. I had a schoolboy 17 was “Ride your bike to work crush on a neighborhood girl day.” When is “Come over to who I grew up with. My first my garage and inflate my flat slow dance ever was with her bike tires day?” … When I was at a sixth grade party, dancing a kid, I couldn’t afford to have a to “Just My Imagination” by bike. My folks did the best they the Temptations. We proceed- could to raise four children – I ed to go to junior high togeth- am the oldest – with my fa- er and my crush continued. So ther often unemployed and my I rode that bike all summer, saintly mom doing everything lost all of my baby fat despite she could to make sure that an occasional stop at Baskin $10 went into the Wells Fargo Robbins 31 Flavors over by “Christmas Account” every Mills College, was coming in month. In Oakland, we had a as president of my ninth grade budget store called Gabardines. class and now had a student Kind of like a Kohl’s without body. I would ride my bike the steroids. Their theme song to Lake Chabot Golf Course was “Every day is sale day, at where for $10 a kid could play Gabardines. Cash, charge or lay- golf all month. I would chain William "Bubba" Flint — Special Contributor away, at Gabardines.” We never my bike to the fence, someone did, to my would let the air out of is contemplating approving a like candidate endorsements, together a bookcase this week- knowledge, the tires and I would bill that would ban local gov- et al. and rarely take a person- end, after staring at the box for layaway an walk the bike down to ernments from banning plastic al stand. However, on Maher’s months. Of course, the instruc- item. Most the Shell station next straws. In a state with so much show recently, he blasts Hillary tions were impossible to follow. of our ma- to the Oakland Zoo at water, that has to be a bad thing Clinton for stealing his opinion And before you jump to conclu- terial prod- an intersection that … I like Bill Maher. I think he is on China and accused her of sions that the manual was in ucts were everyone called “The funny, and he has great guests plagiarism. Really? He was in Swedish, the put-together fur- gained by Bottleneck,” and ride on his HBO show “Real Time Dallas, surely staying at a posh niture was actually purchased Blue Chip home past her house with Bill Maher.” Please keep hotel downtown that carried the from a major retailer based in Stamps. We on Golf Links Road reading, my conservative and Katy Trail Weekly, when the fol- Minneapolis. I aimed American didn’t have hoping to see her. I loyal Turtle Creek, Highland lowing week he comes out with (another clue). Naturally, the S&H Green David Mullen couldn’t wait for ninth Park and Preston Hollow faith- a piece on his show about the first of the many irremovable Stamps grade. But alas, she ful. I love you all. This is where Allen Wrench. I wrote, while he stickers on the pieces that I saw out West. I moved to San Jose it gets good. At the humble and was in town, “Satan invented stated ‘Made in Vietnam.’” Well, never licked enough stamps to that summer and I have not loveable Katy Trail Weekly, I the Allen Wrench” and stat- guess who had an Allen Wrench get a bike. Anyway, getting my seen her since. I hope everyone want us, by design, to be apo- ed in part that “I am convinced take the following week on his wheels back on the ground, my had a happy “ride your bike to litical. I stay away from a polit- that the Allen Wrench is the HBO show? Probably just a cousin brought me a revamped work day” … The Florida Senate ical bent as much as possible, Devil’s doing. I decided to put coincidence.

NEWS FROM DISTRICT 8 Fashion Sense Bravo TV star heads to Dallas Lifelong benefits rest in extracurriculars By Leah Frazier Connected,” said founder of K.F.C., Letitia As we wrap up activities than ever before. The dis- leahfarizer.com Scott. “We chose Phaedra Parks as one of this incredible year, trict is well on track to meet its our celebrity hosts for the show because we I’m reminded of the 2018–2019 goal of having 76 per- Dallas houses feel that she can closely relate to the mission great friendships cent of students involved in at least its share of “Bravo- of K.F.C., as she is not only a well-respect- most students one extracurricular activity. lebrities” from “The ed attorney, but she has also dealt with the forge throughout Dallas ISD offers more than 200 Real Housewives of incarceration process through her personal each year. Some extracurricular and after-school pro- Dallas” and now two experiences. We believe that this Southern of those friend- grams for students in pre-K through “Project Runway” stars, Leah Frazier Belle can shed light and her unique perspec- ships will be life- grade 12 at no cost. The activities Venny Etienne and Lela tive to the issues affecting family members long, while others are designed to meet the specific Orr. On May 18, Dallas welcomed contro- who have loved ones that are in similar Miguel Solis will simply be great needs and interests of students and versial “Real Housewife of Atlanta” alum situations.” memories that fade provide them with an opportunity of Kenya Moore, and now “Real Housewives of “The Creation of Fashion" 2019 show a little each passing year. However, experiencing activities they might Atlanta” alum Phaedra Parks will make her will be held on Saturday, June 1, 6 p.m. it’s something about friendships not have access to otherwise. trek to the Big D all in the name of charity. at Westin Galleria Dallas at 13340 Dallas forged over extracurricular activi- Our ability to make extracurricu- Keeping Families Connected, a Dallas- Parkway. There will be exclusive VIP access ties that seem to stick with us a bit lar activities a priority is critical for based nonprofit organization, will present for $125, which includes preferred seating, longer. students, and it shows the power its third annual fashion show, “Creation of a personal meet and greet with Phaedra Extracurricular activities add so of public education, because it’s in Fashion,” on Saturday, June 1, 6 p.m. at the Parks, a copy of Phaedra’s book Secrets of much enrichment to students’ daily the public school arena where these Westin Galleria Dallas. The charity event a Southern Belle, two drink vouchers and a lives. Not only do they allow them offerings are vast. From traditional will feature live entertainment, celebrity swag bag. The Deluxe Experience admission to learn to work together toward a sports – football, basketball, soc- guest appearances and a multi-designer ($75) will include preferred seating with common goal, but they allow room cer, to less mainstream sports like fashion show hosted by Parks and national a drink voucher, while general admission for creative expression to take flight, rowing, fencing and archery, as well talk show host Michael Molthan of M2 “The ($45) grants entry to the show for standing something we all need. And, maybe as arts, science, discovery, chess, Rock,” along with a special appearance by room only. Tickets may be purchased at the largest impact is how these ac- theatre, dance, you name it, there’s TV personality and author Jamila T. Davis. keepingfamilyconnected.org/events. tivities positively affect student something for every interest in our Fashion industry veteran Willie Leah Frazier is an award-winning learning in the classroom. public school system. Johnson of J3 Productions will return once fashion entrepreneur based in Dallas with Dallas ISD not only recognizes The benefits are far-reaching. again to produce a multi-layered fashion almost a decade of fashion and lifestyle this important piece of the educa- Students involved in these activities show spotlighting the designs of local and reporting under her belt. Her continued tional puzzle, but we also have made typically perform better academical- national brands including current Project coverage of Dallas fashion and events can it a top priority to engage students ly, attendance goes up and aspira- Runway stars Venny Etienne of LeVenity be found at inspirenstyle.com. through these activities. tions to continue education beyond and Lela Orr of Ferrah. Other fashion show From athletic state titles and a high school increases. These are participants include Yuk Styles, Galleria record number of all-state dancers pluses that we cannot overlook, and Dallas retail stores and more. to STEM robotics championships they should be part of what every Guests are encouraged to come fashion- and “Disney in Schools” musical parent looks for when choosing their ably chic, as the star-studded affair will also performances, Dallas ISD students child’s school. honor local community influencers such as are more involved in extracurricular Here’s to a great summer break! “Creation of Fashion” 2019 sponsor Dawn Freeman of Securus and other leaders who are trailblazing the way in the criminal jus- tice space. Cocktails, giveaways and addi- location without paying. stole the complainant’s moped. KATY TRAIL WEEKLY'S tional surprises will be in store, with pro- CRIME WATCH May 18 – 8:47 p.m. May 19 – 11:53 p.m. ceeds from the event to benefit the Keeping 2600 Block, Cole Ave. (75204) 2000 Block, N. Henderson Ave. Families Connected organization. Deadly Conduct: An unknown (75206) “We are so excited to bring back the May 17 – 11:05 p.m. suspect pointed a gun at the Burglary of a Building: The 'Creation of Fashion' designer show again PHAEDRA PARKS 4200 Block, McKinney Ave. complainant. suspect forced entry and stole in order to raise funds for Keeping Families (75205) property. Phaedra Parks. Burglary of a Habitation: An May 19 – 3:39 a.m. unknown suspect stole the 2600 Block, McKinney Ave. May 20 – 12:27 p.m. complainant’s property. (75204) 5400 Block, E. Mockingbird Ln. OUR MISSION Robbery of an Individual: An (75206) Katy Trail Weekly is a community-friendly newspaper designed to inform and entertain the people in many diverse demographics who May 17 – 11:27 p.m. unknown suspect impersonat- Theft of Property: An un- live and/or work in these neighborhoods. Much like the Katy Trail itself, Katy Trail Weekly is designed to help bring together the neighbor- 2700 Block, Reagan St. (75219) ed an Uber driver and stole the known suspect stole the com- hoods of Downtown, Uptown, Cedar Springs/Oak Lawn, the Design District, the Medical District and the Park Cities, as well as others. The newspaper is placed in local businesses, and other locations, for free pick-up by their patrons. We support this publication by providing ad Theft of Property: An un- complainant’s credit cards and plainant’s iPad. space to local businesses who want an effective and affordable way to reach the Katy Trail area readers we attract and serve. We welcome known suspect stole the com- phone. participation in the paper through story and picture submissions, and we hope that you will join us in making this paper the best it can be. plainant’s license plate. May 20 – 5:21 p.m. Publisher Rex Cumming Editorial William"Bubba" Writers Dr. Jay Burns Wayne Swearingen May 19 – 11:42 a.m. 2000 Block, N. Fitzhugh Ave. Cartoonist Flint (cont'd.) Chic DiCiccio Michael Tate May 18 – 5:39 a.m. 5100 Block, Vandelia St. (75204) Editor in Chief David Mullen Candace Evans Michael Wald Society Editor Sally Blanton Leah Frazier Dr. Kim Washington 1600 Block, Greenville Ave. (75235) Criminal Mischief: An un- Graphic Design Bronwen Roberts Rev. Dr. Chris Girata (75206) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: An known suspect broke the com- Advertising Sales Susie Denardo Ryann Gordon Accounts Mgr. Cindi Cox Becky Bridges Dotty Griffith Unauthorized Use of a Motor unknown suspect smashed the plainant’s vehicle windshield. Dr. Donald Hohman Vehicle: The unknown suspects complainant’s vehicle window Online Editors Bronwen Roberts Distribution Paul Omar Redic Jo Ann Holt Naïma Jeannette Brandt Carroll BethLeermakers stole vehicles from a parking lot. and stole property. May 20 – 5:42 p.m. Chris Maroni Naima Montacer 10200 Block, Boedeker St. Copy Editors Michael Tate Juan Najera Leigh Richardson Jessica Voss Joe Ruzicka May 18 – 3:46 p.m. May 19 – 2:31 p.m. (75230) Writers Ed Bark Stephan Sardone 10700 Block, Preston Rd. 3300 Block, Blackburn St. Burglary of a Habitation: An David Boldt Shari Stern (75230) (75204) unknown suspect entered the © 2018 Trail Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Katy Trail Weekly is published Katy Trail Weekly Theft of Property: An unknown Unauthorized Use of a Motor complainant’s garage and stole weekly and distributed for free. Views expressed in Katy Trail Weekly are not nec- (214) 27-TRAIL (87245) suspect stole property from the Vehicle: An unknown suspect property. essarily the opinion of Katy Trail Weekly, its staff or advertisers. Katy Trail Weekly P.O. Box 601685 • Dallas, TX 75360 does not knowingly accept false or misleading editorial content or advertising. [email protected] • katytrailweekly.com May 24 - 30, 2019 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM PAGE 3

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The keynote speaker will be Texas Game Wardens stress holiday boating safety Dr. Samantha Cheng, biodiver- sity scientist at The Center for From the TPWD Press Office “Drowning is the high- Biodiversity and Conservation [email protected] est reported cause of death in at the American Museum of boating fatalities, and most Natural History on Thursday, Last year, 29 boating fatal- victims are found not wearing May 30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ities and hundreds of boat ac- a lifejacket,” Jones said. “It’s at UT Southwestern Medical cidents and injuries occurred not enough to just stow your Center, T. Boone Pickens on Texas waters. As part of life jacket onboard because ac- Biomedical Building at 6001 National Safe Boating Week cidents on the water can hap- Forest Park Road. May 18-24, Texas Parks and pen much too fast to reach and The Literary City will Wildlife Department (TPWD) put one on.” invite discussion on what law enforcement are remind- Law enforcement will also makes a city literary. Given its ing Texans to be safe this be on alert for those violating rich talent, is Dallas already a Memorial Day weekend and boating under the influence literary city? And if not, what all summer long by following laws. Operating a boat with a will make it one? The keynote the law and taking basic safety blood alcohol concentration speaker is Oscar Cásares, au- precautions while on the water. above 0.08 percent is an of- thor of Brownsville and the “Texas Game Wardens fense that can lead to fines, the novel Amigoland, on Friday, will be out in full force this loss of a driver’s license and May 31 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. weekend to ensure the pub- an increased risk of accidents at Interabang Books, 10720 lic enjoys their time on the or fatalities on the water. In Preston Road, #1009B. water responsibly, but we need 2018, game wardens issued 162 Summer in the City boaters to make sure they are boating under the influence or kicks off summer at the Dallas taking safety seriously, too,” Texas PARKS AND WILDLIFE boating while intoxicated cita- Public Library with a festival said Cody Jones, TPWD assis- Texas Game Wardens will be conducting safety inspections this tions across the state. of books, authors and reading tant commander for Marine Memorial Day weekend. Anyone born on or after on Saturday, June 1 from 9:30 Enforcement. “Most of the Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dallas tragic deaths and serious inju- when boat operators take the or paddle craft, and children a boater education course to Public Library at 1515 Young ries that occurred in Texas wa- extra step to clip it on. Jones under 13 years of age are man- operate a personal watercraft St. ters last year could have been said of the 29 boating fatali- dated to wear one while the or a boat with a 15-horsepower The Inspired City will prevented by following a few ties that occurred in Texas last boat or paddle craft is under- rating or more. Boater educa- feature authors and poets simple and important steps – year, many could have been way or drifting. Despite these tion courses are regularly of- on Saturday, June 1 from 11 wearing a life jacket and using prevented if the driver had laws, in Texas last year game fered in many locations around a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Dallas a safety ignition kill switch.” used a kill switch. wardens issued 571 citations the state and boaters can find Museum of Art at 1717 N. A safety ignition kill switch State law requires that a for children not wearing a life a selection of online boat- Harwood St. comes equipped on most mo- life jacket must be available jacket and 1,613 for insuffi- er courses that can be taken For more information, torized boats, but it only works for each occupant of a boat cient life jackets on the vessel. anytime. visit dallasinstitute.org. PAGE 4 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM May 24 - 30, 2019

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Basin companion 103. Barely make it 71. Rani’s servant purchasers 39. Swit co-star 105. Has a fever 74. Before, to poets 142. Comic-strip 42. Put up pictures 106. Project starter 75. Most lemony queen 43. Dot-com 107. Valuable wood 78. More cruel 143. Browned bread alternative 109. Prompt 81. Fellow 144. Dog-tired (2 wds.) 45. Finland’s capital 111. Press for 82. Poetic twilights 145. Painting on a wall 46. Margarine 114. Landed 83. Luau staple 146. Taxi riders 47. Peach centers 115. Permit 84. Silica mineral 147. Like “The Twilight 49. Descartes’ name 116. Safeguard 86. Green parrot Zone” 50. Reside 119. Chewed the 87. Wild tee shirt 148. Combine 51. Make — — buck scenery (hyph.) 149. Ecru 52. Thing, in law 121. Melbourne mate 89. Type of pudding 150. Cuff links 53. Viking letters 122. More soggy 93. Wire measure 151. Foxier 54. A Barrymore 123. Canyon 94. Price increase 152. Wedding 57. One of a sinkful 124. Newsstand buys 95. Unpleasant look invitation encl. 58. Least green 126. 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May 24 2121 McKinney Ave. Fearing’s Restaurant – The Spring Concert Series features area band Jordan Cain & Friends. 7 p.m. Dallas, 75201 Admission is FREE! but customers must call the restaurant to RSVP. 214-922-4848

May 24 1617 Hi Line Drive Wheelhouse – The “Boozy Bee,” a five-week, late-night, adults-only spelling bee continues. Spellers can ask for Dallas, 75207 definitions, languages of origin, parts of speech, alternate pronunciations and a sentence using the word. The win- 214-307-5690 ner gets a $100 gift card. 9 p.m. FREE!

May 25 1012 McKinney Ave. The Shraman Foundation – The foundation presents “Exhibit Happiness,” their first-ever outdoor photography Dallas, 75202 exhibit with live music, food trucks, local vendors, games and activities. 11 a.m. FREE! 214-593-0514

May 26 2012 Woodall Rodgers Klyde Warren Park – The park presents their first-ever music festival, featuring performances across multi- Freeway ple stages throughout the day and into the night. Artists include Jonathan Tyler, Blane Howard, Tatiana LadyMay Dallas, 75201 Mayfield, Blacktop Mojo, The Effinays and more. 2 p.m. FREE! 214-716-4500

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WALLACE THE BRAVE by Will Henry PHOTO OF THE WEEK Longtime civic leader Venise Stuart (center, flanked by Hasan Pirkul and Richard C. Benson) received a Distinguished Alumni Award from The University of Texas at Dallas at a gala dinner held in honor of all award recipients at Davidson- Gundy Alumni Center.

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DALLAS 24 HOUR CLUB Alcohol and drug addicts, who have lost everything, are given transitional housing and tools to help them stay sober and become self-sufficient. By Sally Blanton Q What is the most important [email protected] thing your nonprofit does for our community? Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will fea- A The 24 takes homeless people who are ture a charity that is doing remarkable work unable to care for themselves and are in Dallas, a city known for philanthropy and taxing our city and county services, hos- generosity. pitals and mental health facilities off the street and gives them the opportunity to Q What is your mission or highest build a brand new life away from drugs purpose? and alcohol. They then can reunite A Dallas 24 Hour Club’s mission is to pro- with their families to stop the cycle of vide safe, sober transitional living for addiction. homeless men and women seeking a brand new life away from drugs and al- Q What is difficult about your job? cohol. We were founded back in 1969. We A Seeing people in devastating physical are celebrating our 50th year! and mental conditions due to their ad- dictions, and seeing how it affects their Q How did your career path lead you families. It is also difficult to witness to this position? someone relapse. A I helped found Park Cities Presbyterian Church and served as the Coordinator Q What is rewarding about your job? of all Ministries and Operations. I A I love working with our incredible staff. also worked on the establishment of They work tirelessly! Of course, I love C.A.R.E. (Chemical Awareness Resource seeing our residents’ lives change dra- Education). I started at 24 Hour Club matically for the good when they em- in 2013 and four years later was named brace sobriety. CEO. Q About how many people are served each year? Q Why are you passionate about help- A Since opening our new facility in ing this charity? Do you have a per- February, we sonal story to relate? anticipate serving A Because of its driving desire to help those 7,000 people this who have burned all of their bridges and year. have lost everything. We are the largest single site transitional home which wel- Q What sort of comes those in tremendous need who volunteer jobs don’t have a penny to their name. Our are available? goal is for them to embrace long-term A We need Clothes sobriety and become self-supporting. Our Closet volunteers family experienced the devastation creat- and people to help ed by a loved one that struggled with ad- produce and man diction and mental illness his whole life. our fundraisers. Unfortunately, he lost this battle in 2018. I am now even more motivated to provide our residents with every tool possible, Marsha Williamson, which includes high accountability and CEO, answered these structure to lead a sober life. questions. PAGE 6 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM May 24 - 30, 2019

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You hear the reports on local news out- lets much too often. Recently, in Tarrant County, a “scam” contractor was sentenced to 47 years in jail for bilking thousands of dollars from unsuspecting clients accord- ing to a report on WFAA-TV Channel 8. One person was a victim of a cold call just a Stephan Sardone day after she had searched for contractors CANDY'S DIRT online. This home, located at 3712 Alice Circle, is listed for The alleged contractor used a fake personal name and company $9.75 million. name. The homeowner, a teacher and a mom, felt comfortable with the contractor’s ability to remodel a master bedroom after he pro- those miles and miles of gardens that Jennie brought to vided some initial sketches. She never saw the contractor again after life in D Magazine. After only a handful of owners, this providing a sizable down payment. He was convicted of scamming at beautiful home is back on the market, and it’s a rare op- least five other people in Tarrant County out of more than $60,000. portunity to own a piece of Dallas history. While that is an extreme example, it just shows that there are Of course, this 7,480-square-foot English country some questionable people out there posing as professionals. Here Tudor has been restored and expanded over the genera- are some ways to prevent being taken advantage of: By Candy Evans tions. The Reeves have a passion for history and the best Ask neighbors, family and friends for recommenda- [email protected] eye for detail you’ve ever seen. There are five bedrooms, tions. This is an excellent way to measure the quality of the con- four bathrooms, two powder baths and those gardens. tractor’s work. Plus, the closer the relationship you have with your When you think about the perfect English country The house is on a .732-acre corner lot, just across the acquaintances, the more honest they will be. Ask them about cleanli- Tudor manor, it’s filled with beamed ceilings, stone walls, street from Davis Park. You have enormous privacy and ness, timing and how often the clients communicated with the proj- beautiful hardwood floors, antiques, lovely wallpaper and yet could not be closer to all that matters. It’s the perfect ect manager. gardens — miles and miles of gardens. house in the ideal location. That perfection, in my opin- While the internet can be a great resource, proceed These elegant, stately homes are few and far between ion, includes the fact this is a home that has been created with care. The internet replaced the telephone book. It is the pri- in Dallas, so I’m beyond thrilled to let you know that for to evoke a feeling of comfort. The interior design is about mary source for information. But it is important to stay local. A con- the first time in a couple of decades, one of the best is on as far from cookie-cutter as you can get and that’s one of tractor’s reputation is on the line; even if it is not the telephone line offer in Highland Park. the attractions. It’s utterly English in style and décor. That anymore. Read the reviews, read the crappy reviews and read the re- I haven’t been this excited about a home for sale in means it’s beautifully appointed, but you know a dog can sponse of the contractor to the crappy reviews. Everyone is going to a long time. Not only is it gorgeous, but the provenance jump on a sofa and not get scolded. The British royal fami- have some crappy reviews, but how the contractor responds to those of this house is also incredible. It was built at 3712 Alice ly would be quiet at home here. can be more telling than all the five-start reviews in the world. Circle in 1925 by architect Clyde H. Griesenbeck for Dr. Of course, having the right interior designer is crucial Meet with multiple contractors to see if you like and Sam Webb, Jr. This was back when Highland Park was in these homes. I hear, through the grapevine, that the trust them. A lot of people say start with three estimates. I hate this brand new. Alice Circle was named for John Armstrong’s legendary Marguerite (Maggie) Green of Green-Garzotto, approach since it starts the project off on the wrong foot and tends wife. Armstrong was one of the developers of Highland who is unfortunately no longer with us, was instrumental to create a bit of an adversarial relationship between the client and Park. in the look of this home. general contractor. Dallas still seems like the biggest little town around, If you ever want to understand how to create a warm You want to find someone you can partner with for your project, but in the ’20s, it was indeed a small world. Griesenbeck and inviting kitchen, view this photo (below) and keep someone you can trust to do what they say they can do and for the was the chief architect for the Missouri-Kansas-Texas it for reference. This is a kitchen you will never want to price they say they can do it. Remember, often you will be away at Railway (MKT). He designed everything from depots, to leave. Perch in the wing chair next to the fireplace, sip a work while the team is in your home. freight stations and maintenance buildings in Texas and lovely cognac and bask in an old English atmosphere that Find someone who when they tell you that there is going to be Oklahoma. So, it’s not that surprising to find Dr. Webb belies the fact a serious chef has every modern conve- a change order, you believe them and don’t think that they are up to was the chief surgeon of the MKT. Kismet? Absolutely! nience at hand. something. Meet with people who have similar products, value and I was sure our favorite tome here at CandysDirt. The master bedroom looks like one you’d find in perceived quality (as far as you can tell) and determine who you like com would have some excellent information on this “Downton Abbey.” Nothing says England more than wall- and trust, what you are trying to do is first compare apples to apples, stunning English country Tudor. I was right. Great paper that matches the fabric. It’s a time-honored look, then you are trying to determine who you want to work with. American Suburbs: The Homes of The Park Cities, Dallas and after the current white trend, one I hope we see more Request to see insurances, licenses (when applicable), by Virginia Savage McAlester, Willis Cecil Winters and often. Tradition, combined with style, creates that unique references and permits. A reputable contractor won’t hesitate to Prudence Mackintosh had the following on this historic English feeling of home. honor these requests. And always call your insurance agents just to home: “Clyde H. Griesenbeck was an exceptional archi- One of the things I love about English country Tudor be safe. Make sure that you homeowners policy can cover anything tect, active in the Park Cities during the 1920s and 1930s, homes is how the swimming pools are so beautifully con- out of the ordinary should there be an accident. Do not let work with three of the most outstanding Tudor Revival resi- cealed. You see this not just in England, but also all over begin until you have received paperwork from the contractor’s insur- dences built between the world wars to his credit. Europe. The pool is a private oasis, hidden by gorgeous ance company listing you and your property as a certificate holder “Between 1925 and 1928, Griensnbeck completed two tall trees and generally surrounded by a wall. This one is on the contractor’s policy. Without this, their insurance is worthless striking Tudor Revival residences in Highland Park that the perfect retreat. to you. were notable for their distinguished facades, each ren- This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a home Do not let work begin until permits have been posted. Ask what dered predominately in stone. First was a $30,000 man- that embodies what the developers of Highland Park were would happen if one of the workers gets hurt at your house. Get ref- sion at 3712 Alice Circle.” hoping to create, an idyllic community, filled with beauti- erences, call them and ask good questions. I know, $30,000. Remember that was a fortune in ful homes where you know your neighbors and care about Do not get pressured into making a decision. Be fearful 1925. them. I think they’d be pleased to see their dreams have of big discounts or “limited time only” offers. Good contractors have The Webb family lived in this notable English country come true. devoted their careers to providing quality work and value. Decisions Tudor for about 25 years. Then the Charles S. Yancey fami- Now, this English country Tudor Revival can be yours have to be made in a timely fashion, but they don’t have to be ly moved in until at least the late 1960s. There was a lull in if you give Allie Beth Allman and David Nichols a call. rushed. Understand that your project is important, and requires a lot information on the property until the 1990s when Stuart They have 3712 Alice Circle listed for $9.75 million. of planning and expertise, don’t rush into thinking it should be start- and Jennie Reeves purchased it. CandysDirt.com is the only blog in Dallas for ed the week after you hired the contractor and don’t let them push If you’ve been in Dallas for any length of time, you the truly real estate obsessed! Named by National you into making decisions that you are not comfortable with. know the Reeves, and if not, you most likely know their Association of Real Estate Editors as the BEST Real Check with the Better Business Bureau or local re- daughter, DJ Lucy Wrubel. There is a brilliant story on Estate Blog in the country. modeling organizations (NARI). It doesn’t hurt to dou- ble-check. You might uncover something that makes you doubt the qualifications of the contractor. Make sure you and your lawyer understand the con- tract and draw schedule. It is unreasonable to expect the con- tractor to front the costs for your renovation project, so draws should be paid ahead of the work, within reason. We typically receive 30 percent at three intervals, and then get 5 percent twice at the end. This keeps the project funded, but not over funded. A good contrac- tor will have a good contract, and will be willing, capable and patient to explain everything in it. You should have a lawyer do the same. If I were to summarize, it would be, find a partner to help you enhance your home that you will enjoy working with for years to come. By following these simple, logical tips, you can be assured to avoid the “scam” contractor. Sardone Design-Build-Remodel is locally owned and operated. Sardone, his wife and two daughters are Lake Highlands residents. Page 7 May 24 - 30, 2019 Downtown • Uptown • Turtle Creek • Oak Lawn • Arts, Design and Medical Districts • Park Cities • Preston Hollow Katy Trail Weekly Vol. 6, No. 15: Section Two | Sports | Automotive | Entertainment | Travel | Health and Fitness | katytrailweekly.com AUTOMOBILITY ENVIRONMENT Jeep’s Gladiator pickup: We’re glad you’re here! Save the bees and Earthlings too! design ethos. By Karen Fleig 5. Vote – let’s make think of the benefits to Under the hood you have FCA’s sure our local and buying organic from the 3.6 liter Pentastar V6. Period. In A recent social national leaders are perspective of what was this tune the V6 supplies 285 horse- media post sparked my leading the way to in my children’s diet. power and 260 lb-ft of torque. And interest to further inves- a more sustainable Organic agricul- while 285 horsepower would seem, tigate the state of bees. future ture is the production of at least numerically, more than The plight of the now Planting flowers food in the most natural enough to propel a Jeep, know that “officially on the endan- that produce pollen and way possible. Instead with the Gladiator’s bulk you won’t gered species list” bum- nectar, especially during of using genetically en- think of this driving experience as blebee is just one more the weeks when crops hanced crops or pesti- lively. It’s adequately responsive, story telling the effects are not blooming, help cides, farmers produce but not lively. Add gas, a weekend’s of the environmental to provide nutrition to more natural produce worth of stuff and the girlfriend/ crisis. The crisis is diffi- honey bees throughout in a clean environment. boyfriend, and you can get from cult to ignore when there the entire season. Sometimes, organic food FCA 0-60, but I wouldn’t put a watch on are so many observ- In order to keep is more expensive, but The 2020 Jeep Gladiator. it — or wager a pink slip. able effects happening crops from being at- here are just a few of the Ultimately, our initial impres- all around us. Bees are tacked by the natural benefits that may con- By David Boldt sion of the Gladiator — despite all that a Jeep dying at a rapid rate (42 world, including bugs, vince you that it’s worth [email protected] pickup has going for it — is driven by the percent of bee colonies pesticides are required. the extra expense. hubris of its marketing. The initial launch is collapsed in the U.S. Although they do a Humane live- For almost 30 years, Jeep loyalists have all Rubicon, with a base of around $45K and alone in 2015), creating good job at keeping cer- stock treatment. been kept waiting for a pickup. While the the typical as-delivered sticker approaching a serious risk to our food tain pests away from Organic foods do not company’s lineup has grown exponential- $60K. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is a supply. the crops, they also are just refer to crops. ly, adding the subcompact Renegade here, lot for a Jeep, a lot for a midsize pickup, and Honey bees perform composed of powerful Livestock is also a part a Wrangler Unlimited there and a compact — as you’d guess — a lot for a midsize Jeep about 80 percent of all chemicals like organo- of the mix. Organic Compass over there, the clamor for a pickup pickup. While dated, well-equipped Frontiers pollination worldwide. phosphorus. This is ranchers practice has been seemingly non-stop, while a produc- top out at $45,000, and are discounted heav- Seventy out of the top an unnatural mineral healthy and humane tion version from Jeep has — again, seeming- ily. And Toyota’s Tacoma, built here in Texas 100 human food crops, compound that is not treatment of their an- ly — been a non-starter. Thankfully, the col- and with just about everything to make it a which supply about 90 required by humans, but imals. Livestock is fed lective angst is behind us, and Jeep’s all-new credible off-roader, will end up closer to $50K percent of the world’s more than 80 percent of and treated in only the Gladiator pickup is in Jeep showrooms now. than $60K, and that’s with Toyota building it nutrition, are pollinated this material in our bod- most natural ways. They From all indicators, it was worth the wait. and backing it. by bees. ies comes from eating are given free rein to the While far more than simply a Jeep Wrangler Down the road, base Gladiators will Since every third pesticide-coated foods. outdoors, fresh air and with an attached bed, the just-rightness of trickle out. But with a starting price of bite we take has been A shift from indus- organic feed. its design looks, well … just right. The as- a seemingly modest $35K, they’ll get to pollinated by a bee, it is trial agriculture to a Avoiding possi- sembly of stampings is all properly vertical, $45,000 before you can say Jeep Safari. truly in our best inter- more ecological farming ble health risks from and despite a wheelbase and overall length A regular cab would be less expensive, a est to make a change. helps the bees and the much greater than the already-long Wrangler 7-foot bed would be more useful, and a well- Helping bees includes planet. I used to only bees cont'd on page 10 Unlimited, nothing here is out of proportion, equipped $40K Gladiator would be much many of the same chang- all of it looking as we hoped it would look. more accessible. es as helping the planet Under those stampings is an aggressively At one point, every Jeep CJ or Wrangler since the ecosystem is so strengthened frame, along with a rear sus- served as a tribute — and Jeep promoted this interconnected. pension lifted — almost intact — from FCA’s — to the American men fighting America’s Here are a few Ram 1500. With that swap the Gladiator wars. At $60K, this newest Gladiator isn’t a things you can do to help owner gets not only more cargo and tow- tribute to the men who fought the wars; rath- the pollinators: ing capability, but also (arguably) a more er, it’s a bauble for the children and grand- 1. Plant pollinator composed ride than Jeep’s traditional leaf children of those that financed them. That’s friendly wildflowers springs. why I’ll wait for a regular cab, with a 7-foot 2. Add a hummingbird Inside, the crew cab — at present the only bed, perhaps 4-cylinder power and $30K feeder to your home configuration available — approximates close- window sticker. And yeah, I could be waiting to attract bees and ly the interior space available in the Wrangler a while. other pollinators Unlimited. Obviously, it’s been a few decades David Boldt brings years of experience 3. Reduce your use of since a Jeep product shed its military roots in automotive retail sales and public rela- pesticides and prod- EARTHX and reflect some uptown sophistication, but tions to his automotive reporting. More can ucts that used them Disappearing honey bees are putting our food sup- the new Gladiator takes ‘uptown’ deep into its be found at txGarage.com. 4. Buy organic ply at risk.

MULL IT OVER Paying collegians back in limelight By David Mullen be so easily figured out without ask- fees for college football and basket- [email protected] ing ‘Do all commissioners get paid ball games. For every alumni or fan the same?’” who wears a college jersey with a cur- Here we go again. That premise can apply to head rent player’s name on the back, that On May 14, the National football coaches as well. player receives no compensation. Collegiate Athletic Association “While the formation of this There are messy issues regard- (NCAA) in essence tabled the contro- group is an important step to con- ing “pay-to-play.” You have smaller versial topic regarding “student-ath- firming what we believe as an associ- sports that just don’t generate the letes” being compensated to an in- ation, the group’s work will not result revenue that the bigger sports do. ternal committee. The issue comes in paying students as employees,” Title IX requires a level playing field up almost every year, about the time said Ohio State senior vice president for female and male athletes. If by that universities are gearing up for and athletics director and working chance athletes were to get some sort their upcoming – and very lucrative group co-chair Gene Smith. “That of compensation, they would all have – football seasons. The official an- structure is contrary to the NCAA’s to be paid the same. I understand nouncement appeared on NCAA.org. educational mission and will not be that in many cases, athletes are re- A year ago, the NCAA issued a part of this discussion.” But it has ceiving a valuable education that can what is known as the “Condoleezza always been mindboggling to me often be worth hundreds of thou- Rice report.” The opinion was that that university students can be paid sands of dollars. “students ought to be able to benefit to work in the campus library, the But college football is a danger- from name, image and likeness.” The cafeteria or as teacher assistants, but ous sport. So is college basketball, NCAA has once again shuffled their student-athletes can’t get paid at all? hockey and many other universi- feet and appointed a committee to A report from Forbes stated “all ty-supported sports. Careers could “look at whether it is possible to allow that the NCAA needs to do to allow end on one play. Not every college college athletes to actually endorse college athletes to control and license player goes to the NFL or NBA. products without schools needing to their names, images and likenesses Many athletes come from low-in- directly pay their athletes.” to third parties is to add the follow- come homes. They devote multiple “This group will bring together ing, simple language to its current hours a week practicing, while still diverse opinions from the member- Division I Manual: 12.01.5 Permissible having to commit to their studies. ship — from presidents and commis- Student-Athlete Licensing Rights. ‘A They deserve to at least benefit from sioners to student-athletes — that payment administered by a non-edu- licensing fees that are now going to will examine the NCAA’s position on cational institution is not considered coaches, committee members and name, image and likeness benefits to be pay or the promise of pay for the NCAA in general. and potentially propose rule modifica- athletics skill, provided the tions tethered to education,” said com- student-athlete does not use missioner of the Big East and working the trademarks of the NCAA or group co-chair Val Ackerman. “We any NCAA member college in believe the time is right for these dis- any manner that may be con- cussions and look forward to a thor- strued as an endorsement, un- ough assessment of the many com- less such manner is otherwise plexities involved in this area.” protected by principles of the That statement got social media First Amendment or fair use.’” buzzing. Jay Bilas of ESPN wrote But universities and via Twitter that “Player name, image coaches are paid by spon- and likeness rights have ‘many com- sors for exclusive use of their plexities.’ But clearly, the billions of branded jerseys, shoes, equip- NCAA dollars generated by conferences isn’t ment, etc. Television networks A sea of West Virginia fans wearing team complex at all. Funny how that can pay billions of dollars in rights gear. PAGE 8 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM May 24 - 30, 2019 movie trailer Remake of ‘Aladdin’ will rub moviegoers the right way have finally found his commercial everyone in a tizzy: the Genie and The Aladdin-Jasmine romance is and artistic sweet spot while di- the audacity to do this without the rushed and feels forced. Massoud recting a Disney film? now deceased Robin Williams. and Smith do their best, but they It’s ridiculous to summarize Well, guess what? Will Smith lack the vocal chops to com- the plot of “Aladdin” for anyone makes this role his own and does pete with the far superior Scott that has been breathing since ap- it without copying Williams or be- during the musical numbers. In proximately 1990, but here goes. smirching his memory. He avoids fact, Scott’s performance of the Aladdin (Mena Massoud) lives on the mania of Williams’ Genie movie’s only original song is a the streets of a fictional Arab city and plays him as a friendly trick- shoo-in for an Academy Award called Agrabah where he steals ster with just the right amount nomination. and scams his way through life, of awkwardness and arrogance. Speaking of nominations, albeit in a culturally responsible After years of serious roles for you can safely put money on way. By chance, he meets Jasmine Smith, it’s downright refreshing Oscar noms for nearly every sin- (Naomi Scott), a smart woman to see him having so much fun on gle design category imaginable. who wants nothing more than to screen and it’s a reminder of how The costuming and sets are im- shirk her preordained, backseat entertaining he can be. peccable and there’s an unlimited WALT DISNEY STUDIOS MOTION PICTURES role as a Princess. Also, it’s surprising just how amount of eye candy. The effects Mena Massoud and Will Smith star in the new, live-action "Aladdin." Jasmine wants to be heard hilarious “Aladdin” is. The screen- are a bit “meh,” but the dance and not seen, which doesn’t jive play is credited to Ritchie and numbers are an absolute joy. By Chic DiCiccio most beloved cartoon films of all with the evil Jafar (Merwan John August, who seem to have Even though it sounded like @chiccywood time, is ripe for dismissal. Kenzari), who has his claws firm- tailored every single word to be a cringe-worthy idea, “Aladdin” is Sheath your weaponry ly entrenched in her father, The perfectly acted out by the cast. a pleasant surprise. The built-in, The pitchforks and torches “Keyboard Warriors” and face Sultan (Navid Negahbah). Of There are a handful of scenes, Disney Junkie audience is a given, are on the ready. Fans are pre- the facts. “Aladdin” is a blast. It’s course, Jafar is playing the game particularly one with former but this has all the elements of a pared to revolt and critics (in- funny, gorgeous to watch and of thrones with his eye on the “Saturday Night Live” cast mem- word of mouth runaway hit. And cluding this one) are salivating even its unnecessary length of 128 Sultan’s seat and he needs the ber Nasim Pedrad, that are ador- don’t worry, there’s no forced Will at the chance to smite Disney for minutes flies by at a truly enter- magic of the Genie to complete ably funny. Smith rap song…until the end their opportunism. The live action taining pace. Who could have his conquest. That’s not to say that credits and even that shouldn’t remake of “Aladdin,” one of the guessed that Guy Ritchie would So let’s get to what has “Aladdin” has some problems. knock the smile off your face.

Uncle barky's bites Cooney tackles big challenge in ‘Catch-22’ remake

By Ed Bark to see him only after he has left the office for [email protected] the day. Tessa Fuller occasionally pops in as George Clooney recurrently loves a unyielding Nurse Duckett, who’s dedicat- man in uniform, dating all the way back to ed to serving with no questions asked. And “Combat High,” a super-obscure 1986 TV Hugh Laurie of “House” fame plays Major movie in which he played Maj. Biff Woods. de Coverley, a requisitions officer who com- He’s since fought his way through pletely disappears after Episode 3. This also “The Peacemaker,” “The Thin Red Line,” is the episode in which Cathcart salutes the “Three Kings,” “The Good German,” “The deaths and bravery of his airmen by treating Monuments Men” and a live TV remake them with Baked Alaska. But Yossarian and of “Fail Safe.” But Hulu’s newly streaming his crew are bypassed for aborting a mis- six-episode redo of Joseph Heller’s careen- sion due to a fabricated in-plane intercom ing, paradoxical anti-war novel is by far malfunction. “And that is not a face that gets Clooney’s most daring mission. “Catch-22,” Baked Alaska put in it!” Cathcart bellows published in 1961 and made into a spotty after shaming them as cowards. As previous- 1970 feature film directed by Mike Nichols, is ly noted, Chandler is really good in this role. tough duty for any filmmaker. But here it is, HULU “Catch-22” also can lag and drag, rambling into view as a very nice try that may George Clooney in "Catch-22." particularly in an Episode 4 that’s large- be as good as anyone will ever get in terms of ly devoted to Milo’s far-flung mercenary puzzling all of this out. That kind of language since has rightly (Grant Heslov) tells him, an airman is consid- machinations. Yossarian for some reason Clooney does triple duty as producer, di- become a fire-able offense. And in that con- ered crazy if he willingly keeps flying combat joins him, even though he seems to be on rector of two episodes and supporting charac- text, it’s worth noting that “Catch-22,” with missions. But a request to be removed from the verge of finally getting his discharge. ter who snarls his way through “Catch-22’s” its all white male cast (and only brief ap- them, on the grounds of insanity, is in fact ev- Episode 5 also veers rather wildly at times beginning before returning at its end as Lt./ pearances by women, the majority of them idence of a sane response to putting one’s life before Episode 6 finds its bearings in a very Col./Gen. Scheisskopf. He originally had cast prostitutes) cannot help but look badly out in constant danger. So under the military’s moving and extended segment in which himself in the busier role of Col. Cathcart, but of step, even if it’s true to the World War II “Catch-22” clause, there’s no way out. Yossarian comforts a badly wounded new decided to step back, ease his workload and realities of the novel. Clooney has chosen not The demonic Cathcart otherwise keeps member of his crew while their bombing instead deploy Kyle Chandler, who’s superb to “re-imagine” any of the principal roles in raising the number of mandatory missions run is still in progress. as the dictatorial group commander of a U.S. the interests of casting women or persons of while Yossarian repeatedly dodges death but The ending differs from the book’s or the Army Air Forces base in Pianosa, Italy. color. Sensitivities being what they are, some witnesses others breathing their last. Episode previous movie’s wrap-up. It’s absurd on the “Catch-22’s” central role of reluctant will find fault with this – and they have a 1 ends with him trying to scratch off a leftover face of it, but also in keeping with Yossarian’s bombardier John “YoYo” Yossarian is played point to some extent. After all, “Catch-22” is blood spatter on the outside window of his numbness and surrender to his inescapable by Christopher Abbott, whose TV work in- in large part a surreal, satirical novel that is aircraft, the Yankee Doodle. It’s a low point realities. cludes supporting parts in “Girls” and “The ready-made for diverse casting and applica- for Yossarian, but one of the miniseries’ sym- Clooney and company have tried their Sinner.” The character is first seen in the ble to any war. bolic high points. utmost to navigate the swervy “Catch-22.” nude, his face bloodied before he unleashes a The title refers to Yossarian’s central Yossarian’s airmen buddies include It may well be the last such effort. And they primal yell. It’s then back to Flight Training dilemma. Following training and his repeat- Milo Minderbinder (Daniel David Stewart), fare better than the movie did without fully School at the Santa Ana Army base, where ed punishments for insolence, he’s quickly a symbol of rampant war profiteering, and sticking the landing. Then again, who could? Scheisskopf loudly chews out his underlings transported to “Two Months” later in Italy. Major Major Major (Lewis Pullman), whose Bronze stars to all. for their inability to march in straight lines. Having flown 16 of his required 25 bombing haphazard promotion to Major adds a fourth. Ed Bark, who runs the TV website un- At one point he exclaims, “Apparently we’re missions, he’s looking for a medical reason to But he has no interest at all in taking charge clebarky.com, is a past member of the na- all a bunch of mongoloids!” bail on the rest of them. But as Doc Daneeka of anything, ordering his aide to let people in tional Peabody awards board.

Travel Follow their rules when visiting China By Michael Wald matches your incoming pic- where you have been isn’t the probing questions that [email protected] ture and fingerprints. useful information. This is couldn’t even be asked in It is reported that the a key to understanding the the U.S., such as how much In China, no one can le- Chinese have the technolo- difference between cultures. money she made and ac- gally own a gun, and no one gy to scan the data on your Except in Beijing, you quiescing to a visit inside can buy a gun. A Chinese cellphone as you enter the don’t see many policemen her apartment. If you don’t friend of mine visiting the country. I leave mine turned around. Beijing, being the comply, bad things may U.S. got so excited to shoot off. capital, has many around, happen. a gun at the range because And every corner of the but so does Washington It’s not a place where that is something no one can streets are filmed by video D.C. The numbers in D.C. you want to fool around. do in China. cameras. If there is a need, are way more than in China. Don’t think about taking Because no one has the Chinese authorities can Throughout China you see something from the hotel. guns, and because society find out where you are or traffic police and there are You might end up in jail. is more passive than in the have been in moments. police stations scattered Drink only bottled water U.S., crime is very minimal Last week we discussed around, but by and large, in China. And count on MICHAEL WALD in China. Sometimes people that U.S. apps don’t work in although under surveillance, having to use squat toilets, While Western toilets exist in China, many prefer squatters. will use a knife to commit China. Instead, it’s best to the people don’t interact although Western toilets do crime, but it is rare. Women use Chinese home-grown with the police. exist. Many Chinese prefer to Western standards. If you centers) are as good as any- walk alone on urban streets apps. Of course, using these Twice at the airport, squatters as you don’t share see a waste basket, use it. where, with all the Western at night without concern. apps, you are certainly en- security officers for the air- a seat. Also, prepare to carry Despite the communist brands, and exciting to see, Even with its massive hancing the ability to be line, trying to exercise au- toilet paper and hand tow- government and anomalies especially within the context population, the Chinese tracked. When you bank thority, hassled our group a els, as these are not always like these, society in China of China’s differing govern- are watching everything. In through the app or call a bit but were easily put off by provided. Occasionally a is very familiar and capital- mental and societal norms. order to enter the country ride-sharing company, the quiet persuasion of our tour large roll of toilet paper istic. People run businesses Michael Wald is a trav- at the airport, you first have government knows what guide. graces the entrance of a for profit, get loans to buy el specialist with special to scan your face and give you have done. It’s a Big An American friend restroom. Remember to cars and homes, pay taxes expertise in Panama adven- your fingerprints. It goes Brother society for sure. The working in China related grab what you need as you and buy health, life and auto ture travel. He blogs about into a massive database. local Chinese don’t mind a story about how she was enter. You may experience insurance. They just do not travel and other musings The Chinese collect personal this. Their philosophy is that visited by the police and hand dryers, but I didn’t engage in political questions. at www.UntraveledPlaces. metrics on everyone, even if you haven’t done anything subjected to extensive ques- find them effective. Also, China’s ancient sites com. Follow him @ its citizens. When you leave wrong, the government tioning about her business don’t put anything down the and modern facilities (the UntraveledPlace and see the country, the computer knowing where you are and in China. She answered all drain! The plumbing isn’t up hotels, offices and shopping where he is off to next. May 24 - 30, 2019 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM PAGE 9

DOTTY’S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE recipe of the week Sit down for this experience Bold twist on chicken salad By Dotty Griffith Salt to taste By Dotty Griffith [email protected] 4 leaves of romaine lettuce [email protected] 1 large tomato, sliced There’s a hidden gem in 4 tablespoons mayonnaise Barbecue joints are mostly about this recipe, 18th and Vine 4 brioche buns meat. Barbecue restaurants such as Okra Sauce. It’s the dip for the 18th & Vine offer more. Kansas City-style barbecue In a large mixing bowl, Chef-owner Scott Gottlich and restaurant’s justly famous combine celery and onion. wife, Gina, have taken their menu be- fried okra that is used to bind Remove the skin from the yond ‘cue basics. Since opening, their the chicken salad in the recipe chicken and discard. Pull meat restaurant has been known for quality below. from the chicken and tear into Kansas City-style smoked meats and The most accurate shreds. Combine with celery particularly one side, fried okra. No rendition is to use 18th and and onion. matter what else you order at 18th & Vine Barbecue Sauce, available Gently mix in 18th and Vine Vine, you can’t pass up the okra. Fried at the restaurant. Go rogue, if Okra Sauce, adding more if whole with a cornmeal crust that ad- you like, and use any barbecue desired. Season to taste with heres to the vegetable without becom- sauce. salt. ing armor, the okra treatment at 18th Joy Zhang If you can’t swing by 18th Cover tightly and & Vine will make you a devotee of the The Pit Boss Salad. and Vine to pick up one of their refrigerate at least an hour or iconic Southern seedpod. chickens, smoke your own or until chilled throughout. This spring, the menu at 18th & dessert. take the really easy way out and To assemble sandwiches, Vine got some updates and upgrades, dishes that At a recent hosted tasting, 18th & Vine rolled use a rotisserie chicken from open buns and smear inside of draw on barbecue but go beyond the expected with out some of their old and new favorites. That in- the supermarket deli. each with mayonnaise. Place “smoke-inspired dishes.” cluded smoked cauliflower steak, the vegetar- The chicken salad can, on hot griddle or skillet and Gottlich explained, “We have always been ian barbecue alternative. The 1-inch thick slab of course, be served without toast open side down until committed to barbeque done in a different way, of smoked cauliflower was served on a bean bag the bun. Place it on a leaf of golden, about 3 minutes. with twists that bring the cuisine back into the din- chair-looking puddle of cauliflower puree, as romaine and top with a slice of On bottom half of buns, er’s daily conversation. This is a barbeque restau- creamy and satiny as potato puree. Add some bar- tomato. spread generous amount of rant that offers a lot more to the guest. We also becue sauce and you get the idea. It’s not brisket chicken salad and top with offer a number of salad and sandwich options that but pretty darn good. 18th AND VINE romaine leaf and tomato slice. are perfect for spring.” Shepherd’s pie with burnt ends manages to HOLIDAY SMOKED CHICKEN Close sandwiches with top Here are some examples: look pretty as well as deliver some vegetables (peas SALAD SANDWICH bun. and carrots) along with the barbecue layered un- • 12-Hour Brisket Tacos with onions, queso fres- derneath mashed potatoes and melted cheese. If 4 sticks of celery, chopped 18TH AND VINE OKRA SAUCE co, cilantro and salsas you’re wondering, burnt ends are from the Kansas 1/2 large yellow onion, • The Holiday, a smoked chicken salad sandwich City barbecue lexicon. Considered a delicacy, burnt chopped Combine 3/4 cup Thousand (see recipe) ends are crisp pieces of brisket from the edges of 1 whole smoked chicken Island dressing with 1/4 cup • Burnt Ends Shepard’s Pie with green peas, car- the fatty “point” half of the cut. 3/4 cup 18th and Vine Okra barbecue sauce. Makes 4 rots and barbecue mashed potatoes Another sexy option is the smoked salmon Sauce (see below) servings. • Smoked Pepperoni Flatbread platter. It’s an appetizer and a good go-with for • Pit Boss Salad made with turkey, almonds, craft cocktails or a beer. Wine is an option as well. avocado, corn, croutons, dates and goat A hunk of hot smoked salmon was served with cheese traditional cold smoked salmon garnishes, minced red onions, capers, mustard, chives and toast. A few dishes have new add-on options such as As for traditional barbecue, our combo plate The Lester, a brisket grilled cheese with the option with ribs and pulled pork with sides of smoked of a pimento cheese shmear. The Basie, a sandwich mashed potatoes and collard greens got good with chopped brisket, pepper jack and jalapeño can marks. The ribs were just firm enough to the tooth be served “snob style” meaning burnt ends are sub- so as not to be greasy and the pork was juicy and a stituted for brisket. “Snob style” used to be a secret great canvas for the KC-style sauce. option but now the secret is out and on the menu. Not surprisingly, desserts rise above tradi- Gottlich has also changed “The Whole Sha- tional options of banana pudding and homemade Bang” to a two-person share plate that includes fruit pies. Instead, fried apple pies with sour one appetizer, one pound of ‘que, two sides and a cream sauce are at once earthy and elevated. Brownie à la mode is a big slab of what reminded me of flourless chocolate cake. Add a globe of vanilla ice cream, some chocolate and caramel sauces and this was a sweet ending. 18th & Vine is a real restaurant with table service, not a barbecue dive. Still the barbecue is authentic, and the varia- tions are alluring. Good to know when you want some panache on the side with your smoked meat.

18th & Vine BBQ 4100 Maple Ave. Dallas, 75219 www.18thandvinebbq.com Joy Zhang 12-Hour Brisket Tacos. 214-443-8335 The Holiday Smoked Chicken Salad Sandwich.

UPTOWN GIRL It’s a cool, cool summer By Ryann Gordon a rooftop pool. Downtown offers trouble of finding an organiza- [email protected] plenty of excuses for you to sip tion, bringing together a team, on cocktails and lay out amongst rounding up everyone’s money It’s a cool, cool summer here the most gorgeous backdrop in and hounding them to apply for in Dallas, and it’s time you get the South. Whether it’s your a kickball or softball tourna- back to the great outdoors and apartment pool party or some- ment. Make the plans yourself harness these warm months of where a bit more notable like the and send out a group text — the year. From rooftop pools W or Statler Hotel, here in our easy as that. Gather the supplies to the outdoor oases that sur- city, Dallas means pool. needed for a group sport, even round the metro, North Texas We’re also lucky to be sur- if it is just a soccer ball or kick- offers more than enough oppor- rounded by water on every side, ball, and plan a time that works tunities for you to experience with Lake Lewisville to the for everyone. You don’t need what makes the summertime north, Ray Hubbard to the east a huge field either, sports like our favorite season of the year. and Lake Worth to the west, not basketball and kickball can be Whether it’s the cold, refresh- to mention the waterfalls just played on just about any street ing drinks and light, summer a couple hours north at Turner corner. And if you can’t find a eats or the outdoor adventures, Falls and rivers for rafting south place to kick around, you can greenery and colors that accom- in New Braunfels. And though find a schedule and reserve soc- pany them, there’s something our Trinity isn’t the best view cer fields with Dallas Parks at about this time of the year that here in dallasparks.org. evokes the young kid in all of Dallas, Puppy lovin.’ You’re not us. you can the only one who’s been craving Dallasites know better than find the sun and fresh air all winter many how a wet, hot American lovely long, so let the dogs out and get summer can be, but we also places some exercise jogging or play- know the best ways to conquer to float ing fetch with your pup. Mutts and cool down in the heat, and and jam Canine Cantina in Uptown is live each and every summer day to live always buzzing with excitement like it’s our last. You’ll see boats music (and hundreds of dogs); and the on trailers getting prepped for just half White Rock Dog Park has tons the lake, snow cone lines extend- an hour of room for the pooches to run ing longer than the length of the away and swim. If you don’t have a shacks, four-wheelers, moun- Ryann Gordon in Fort dog or friends with dogs, you tain bikes, golf carts and clubs Worth. can volunteer at a local animal out in front of neighbors’ houses So, grab shelter or as a pet sitter, or even — I think it’s safe to say, Texas some champagne and OJ while go horseback riding at Dallas knows how to get (summ)‘er you take in the miraculous Texas Equestrian Center or White done. sunset and remember why you Rock Stables — just seek some Waterside sippin.’ Nothing love this place. sort of animal interaction and says Dallas quite like viewing Organize a sport. You give some love to the other life the skyline while half-dipped in don’t have to go through the forms on our planet. PAGE 10 KATYTRAILWEEKLY.COM May 24 - 30, 2019

This is half of Our Favorite Restaurants. Our Favorite Restaurants See the full list at our website: KatyTrailWeekly.com American — Homestyle 6130 Berkshire Ln. 214-369-5566 The Ginger Man - Uptown 4001 Lemmon Ave. 214-521-2070 Wang’s Chinese Café 3531 Oak Lawn 214-522-3500 Beck’s Prime Mojo Donuts 2718 Boll St. 214-754-8771 Hunky’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers 6033 Luther Ln. 214-265-1688 The Rustic 5931 Forest Ln. 972-661-8681 6522 Lemmon Ave. 214-357-5154 The Idle Rich Pub 3930 Cedar Springs 214-522-1212 3656 Howell St. 214-730-0596 Bubba’s Cooks Country Mustang Donuts 2614 McKinney Ave. 214-965-9926 Jake’s Hamburgers Coffee & Specialties Stoneleigh P 6617 Hillcrest 214-373-6527 6601 Hillcrest Ave. 214-363-4878 Nickel and Rye 2702 McKinney, #101 2926 Maple Ave. 214-871-2346 Mama’s Daughters’ Diner The Original Cupcakery 2523 McKinney Ave. 214-389-2120 214-754-8001 Drip Coffee Co. Street's Fine Chicken 2014 Irving Blvd. 214-742-8646 2222 McKinney, #230 The Quarter Bar Jersey Mike’s Subs 4343 W. Lovers Ln. 214-599-7800 3857 Cedar Springs 469-917-7140 Riverside Grill 214-855-0003 3301 McKinney Ave. 214-754-0106 3001 Knox St. 214-520-7827 Oak Lawn Coffee 940 Riverfront Blvd. 214-748-2700 Paciugo Time Out Tavern 5301 W. Lovers Ln. 214-350-7611 2720 Oak Lawn 214-219-5511 Ethiopian 3699 McKinney Ave. 214-219-2665 5101 W. Lovers Ln. 214-956-9522 8411 Preston Rd., #118 Sip Stir Cafe Asian — Japanese — Sushi Pokey O’s Uptown Pub & Grill 214-691-7827 3800 McKinney, #180 Dallul 3034 Mockingbird 214-987-1200 3605 McKinney 214-522-5100 Mooyah Burger 214-443-9100 2515 Inwood Rd, #117 Blue Sushi Sake Grill Top Pot Doughnuts Windmill Lounge 6713 W. N.W. Hwy. 214-987-2666 Starbucks 214-353-0805 7859 Walnut Hill, #100 8611 Hillcrest, #195 469-232-9911 5320 Maple Ave. 214-443-7818 Potbelly Sandwich Shop 2801 Allen St., #180 214-965-9696 972-677-7887 Yummy Donuts 5921 Forest Ln., #100 3216 Knox St. 214-520-2273 French Sushi House 4355 Lovers Ln. 214-520-7680 Breakfast and/or Lunch 972-392-7771 4343 W. NW Hwy. 214-654-0704 5619 W. Lovers Ln. 214-350-2100 Smashburger Union Coffee Shop Rise No 1 Salon de Souffle Sushi Kyoto II Bar-B-Q Bailey’s Cafe 4235 W. NW Hwy, #100 5622 Dyer St. 214-242-9725 5360 W. Lovers, #220 6429 Hillcrest Ave. 214-520-9991 2525 Inwood Rd., #123 972-220-1222 214-366-9900 Ten Ramen Aloha Hawaiian Barbecue 214-350-9445 Snuffer’s Eclectic Toulouse Café & Bar 1818 Sylvan Ave. 972-803-4400 5601 Lemmon, A-1 214-521-8868 Original Pancake House 8411 Preston Rd, #112 3314 Knox St. 214-520-8999 WaiWai Kitchen — Sushi, Noodles Big Al’s Smokehouse Barbecue 2900 Lemmon Ave. 214-528-7215 214-265-9911 Angela’s Cafe 4315 Lemmon Ave. 214-520-8868 3125 Inwood Rd. 214-350-9445 4343 W. NW Hwy,#375 Subway — SMU area 7979 Inwood Rd. 214-904-8122 Whisk Crepes Café Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 214-351-2012 6935 Hillcrest 214-444-9068 Bread Winners Café & Bakery 1888 Sylvan Ave. 469-353-9718 Bakery — Desserts — Ice Cream 2324 McKinney Ave. 469-248-3149 Two Sisters Village Burger — West Village 3301 McKinney Ave. 214-754-4940 Katy Trail Ice House 3111-C Monticello 214-526-1118 3699 McKinney 214-443-9998 5560 W. Lovers, #260 German Celebrity Café & Bakery 3127 Routh St. 214-468-0600 214-351-3339 10720 Preston Rd,#1016 Peggy Sue Bar-B-Q Burgers, Deli & Sandwiches Wild About Harry’s — Katy Trail Buzzbrews Kuby’s Sausage House 214-373-0783 6600 Snider Plaza 214-987-9188 Blues Burgers serving up Harry’s mother's recipe 4334 Lemmon Ave. 972-521-4334 6601 Snider Plaza 214-363-2231 Crème de la Cookie Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que 1820 W. Mockingbird of creamy frozen custard in many fla- Café Brazil 6025 Royal Ln. 214-363-4766 1820 W. Mockingbird 214-750-9100 vors made daily, award-winning hot 3847 Cedar Springs. 214-461-8762 Greek 6706 Snider Plaza 214-265-5572 214-352-2752 BGR — The Burger Joint dogs & a friendly atmosphere, Harry's Café Express Einstein Bros. Bagels 3001 Knox St., #108 469-941-4471 has become the place to eat and relax 5600 W. Lovers, #109 Greek Isles 3827 Lemmon Ave. 214-526-5221 Bars, Pubs & Taverns Burger House for everyone. Open: 11 a.m. — 10 p.m., 214-352-2211 5934 Royal Ln. 214-234-7662 6011 Royal Ln. 214-265-1435 6913 Hillcrest 214-361-0370 7 days a week. Denny’s Little Greek 6109 Berkshire Ln, #A 6th Street Bar / Uptown Chip’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers www.wildaboutharrys.com 2030 Market Ctr. Blvd. 9665 N. Central Exwy. 214-691-2445 3005 Routh St. 214-965-0962 4530 W. Lovers Ln. 214-691-2447 4527 Travis St. 214-520-3113 214-749-6215 214-696-1234 Gigi’s Cupcakes Big Al’s McKinney Ave. Tavern East Hampton Sandwich Co. Chinese Dick’s Last Resort 5450 W. Lovers, #130 2907 McKinney Ave. 214-969-1984 6912 Snider Plaza 214-363-2888 Howard Wang’s China Grill 2211 N. Lamar, #100 214-747-0001 Do you have a favorite area 214-352-2253 British Beverage Co. Gazeebo Burgers 3223 Lemmon Ave. 214-954-9558 Eden Rest. & Pastries restaurant or bar you want to see Highland Park Soda Fountain 2800 Routh St., #115 5950 Royal Ln. 214-368-3344 4343 N.W. Hwy, #345 4416 W. Lovers Ln. 972-267-3336 listed in this Directory? If so, please 3229 Knox St. 214-521-2126 214-922-8220 Goff’s Hamburgers 214-366-1606 Henry’s Majestic call: Marble Slab Creamery The Corner Bar & Grill 6401 Hillcrest 214-520-9133 Royal China 4900 McKinney Ave. 469-893-9400 214-27-TRAIL 3001 Knox St., #103 214-219-0300 4830 McKinney 214-219-8002 Great American Hero 6025 Royal Ln., #201 214-361-1771 Lucky’s Cafe (214-278-7245)

WINDING ROADS Fair Park First plans restoration of memorial

By Jo Ann Holt [email protected]

The Texas Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Fair Park will be 30 years old Monday, Nov. 11. Former U.S. President George H. W. Bush dedi- cated the memorial in 1989. Officials for Fair Park First, Spectra and the City of Dallas held a press conference on May 14, announcing the start of a “significant restoration” of the monument. The project is financed by the State Fair of Texas Fair Park Improvement Fund. Spectra is administrator for Chris Waits the restoration, scheduled to be completed by Vietnam Veterans in front of the memorial. late September’s opening of the 2019 State Fair of Texas. As part of the extensive project, work will “Our brothers on this memorial died, so that be completed on the granite tablets, pedestrian we may live. We live to honor their spirit and walkways, drainage areas, the fountain and su- memory. This restoration for the 30th anniver- perstructure along with cleaning and refurbish- sary of the Texas Vietnam Memorial serves to ment of tarnished or damaged features. restore honor and dignity to their souls,” said “For 30 years, the Texas Vietnam Veterans Harleydale Brown, Chaplain of the Friends of the Memorial has served to memorialize the many Texas Vietnam Memorial. sacrifices made by these brave Texans, while Featuring five tablets of Texas granite with bringing comfort and pride to its visitors names of 3,271 Texans killed in action in the throughout the year. We are grateful to contrib- Vietnam War, the Texas Vietnam Veterans ute to the preservation of this important monu- Memorial also bears names of 156 missing in ac- ment and look forward to using the 2019 State tion during the war. There have been 54 remains Fair of Texas as a platform for honoring the leg- recovered from the war, with 102 veterans still acy of our fallen heroes,” said Mitchell Glieber, missing. State Fair of Texas president. “Fair Park First is excited to be part of this Former Dallas Summer Musicals board chair, essential restoration project and properly honor decorated Marine Captain and Vietnam War the men and women who sacrificed their lives for veteran Rick Graham also spoke at the event. our country. The Vietnam Memorial is a signif- Graham said, “We hope those who attend ‘Miss icant part of the history of Texas, and with one Saigon’ will come to Fair Park early enough to of our missions being preservation at Fair Park, visit this inspirational monument dedicated to we look forward to the project’s completion to those we lost. The monument is only a few yards further honor these great heroes,” said Darren L. away from the Music Hall entrance.” James, Fair Park First board president. Fair Park First’s mission is to restore, revi- The announcement coincided with the talize and renew the more than 270-acre historic opening of Dallas Summer Musicals’ two-week venue known as Fair Park to attract attention engagement of the acclaimed musical “Miss from across the region and the country. The Saigon,” a love story set against the backdrop of Dallas-based nonprofit seeks to create and im- the Vietnam War. J. Daughtry, Adam Roberts plement a master plan for Fair Park; increase SOLUTION TO THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE and Jinwoo Jung from the touring company of attendance with new events and world-class “Miss Saigon” performed “The Star Spangled entertainment; create marketing campaigns to Banner” as part of the May 14 announcement attract sponsors and awareness; improve tenant event. relations and secure revenue development; and General manager of Fair Park Peter Sullivan ultimately improve and sustain the profitability said, “Assisting with historic preservation is a of Dallas Fair Park. Fair Park First’s priority is large part of our management role at Fair Park. to reestablish Dallas Fair Park as one of Dallas’ It’s very gratifying for Spectra to be involved in premiere performance venues accessible and en- this project and help ensure, for years to come, joyed by all. the proper recognition of those who gave so Jo Ann Holt is a long-time journalist, now much for our freedom.” writing about cars, entertainment and travel.

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