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Here’s something to help you get over the first half of the work week. La Duni NorthPark has launched Dinner and a Movie Nights Sunday-Wednesday, serving up a three-course meal along with a movie ticket of your choice.

The menu at the popular Latin kitchen features a choice of two … more

We’ve been hearing a lot of things about the board’s pick for the new superintendent. Mike Miles of Colorado is a reformer with big ideas on how to improve struggling school districts. Advocate publisher Rick Wamre predicts that Miles has a tough road ahead, navigating the politics and sheer size … more

Last weekend, the Degolyer Elementary community unveiled its new Discovery Garden, which aims to supplement classroom studies and educate students on preserving our natural world. Parents and volunteers tracked their progress for months on the garden blog.

As an added to tribute, Degolyer’s veteran teachers received stones in the garden … more

At NorthPark Center between Dillard’s and Macy’s, the American Institute of Architects Dallas chapter is showcasing local, national and international works through three-dimensional displays. The exhibit, “Retrospect”, is designed to offer a glimpse at current trends. It runs today through April 15.

There’s an Easter egg hunt at 5:30 today … more

All four candidates for the District 1 Dallas ISD Trustee seat debated under one roof last night at Marsh Middle School. As evidenced by the Dallas Kids First PAC’s decision not to choose one to endorse, they each have a little something for every type of voter.

Michael Greenberg is … more

For the past nine years, one event has been giving the community a look inside the studios of our neighborhood artists. The North Dallas Artist Studio Tour is 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 28 and 1-5 p.m. April 29, featuring 28 artists in 17 studios.

The self-guided tour takes art aficionados … more

Our annual Home Design issue showcases beautiful abodes in Preston Hollow. This year, we featured Kip and Suzi Petroff’s two-story, Tuscan-style dig that sits on just over 1 acre of land right in the middle of our busy neighborhood.

But, they haven’t kept all their good fortune to themselves. Together, … more

To mark its 50th year of existence, Marsh Middle School hosts a Family Fun Day on April 14, featuring a 5k and 1-mile fun run along with carnival activities.

It’s also opening day for the military museum, an education project spearheaded by the students of the Leadership Cadet Corps. The … more

Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church hosts a spring market 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday to raise money for Mi Escuelita Preschool. More than 80 vendors will be on site selling jewelry, artwork, home decor, toys and handmade gifts. Admission is free.

At the Preston Forest Whole Foods, Annie’s organic foods brings its … more

This morning, an education political action committee known as Dallas Kids First announced its endorsements for the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees race. For all of the contested districts except District 1, as the DMN and other outlets have reported.

Says James Ray of Dallas Kids First, it’s not because … more