More than just a friendly face
Fitness instructor, barber, mailman, facility supervisor — these are ordinary people. But they have lives, interests and history outside of those roles.
Zio Cecio Cucina Italiana
This cozy Italian spot offers handmade pastas influenced by chef Franscesco Farris' Sardinian roots.
Sharon Zigrossi's Blooming Hubcaps
Zigrossi has dabbled in painting, but it looks like she has discovered her niche. “Who knew that wheel covers would be my medium?”
Artist in residence: One Soul
The alt-punk/pop band has partnered with the nonprofit Red Thread Movement to support Napalese girls who have been victims of sexual slavery.
Events for February 2012
Dallas native Emily Elbert has toured the world with her hybrid, jazz-pop-soul-folk sound. She performs with Liz Longley at Uncle Calvin's.
Neighborhood business buzz
Dallas-based Mimi’s Pizzeria is now open next to El Fenix at Hillcrest and Northwest Highway.Neighborhood PTAs to host Love & Logic workshop
DeGolyer, Withers and the Northwest Council of PTAs host a special program for parents at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday at W.T. White High School.
Guest speaker Brenda Bird presents “Building Stronger Families with Love & Logic Tools.” Bird travels the country motivating parents and teachers about how to raise more responsible … more
The death of a spouse: A story told through the internet
In our January magazine, I lamented the demise of printed newspapers, proving that I’m obviously old-school in terms of my daily reading habits. A number of you, primarily middle-aged sorts from what I could gather, sent me your thoughts and general agreement that the ability to rummage through actual newspaper … more
Cooper Aerobics offers free self-defense class Jan. 24
January is national Self-Defense Month and to celebrate, Cooper Aerobics is offering a free clinic for adults and teens 6-7:30 p.m. this Tuesday, Jan. 24 at Cooper Fitness Center.
Martial arts professional Mike Proctor will lead the class. He’s a ninth-degree black belt with 40 years of experience.
It’s free, … more
Dallas Modern Home Tour features Preston Hollow
It’s time to get a peek inside some Preston Hollow’s most interesting and innovative homes during the Dallas Modern Home Tour, set for 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28. The self-guided tour features six homes in the neighborhood, plus others in the Park Cities and Lakewood areas.
The Modern Home … more
Rangers broadcaster Eric Nadel named to Dallas Parks Foundation board
Preston Hollow resident Eric Nadel has been a broadcaster for the Rangers for the past 34 years. But did you know he’s also one of the founders of the first off-leash dog park in Dallas at White Rock Lake? That’s just one of many contributions he has made to our … more
This weekend: Knitting, Cooking Bowl and Cupcake Wars
Try your hand at knitting or meet fellow hobbyists at the Preston Royal Purls Knitting Social at 1 p.m. Friday at the Preston Royal Library. Needles and yarn will be provided, or you can bring your own supplies.
Whole Foods at Preston and Forest hosts the Healthy Cooking Bowl noon-5 … more
REUSE Jeans opens on Park Lane
A new clothing store has opened a location near our neighborhood. The Laguna Beach, Calif., store REUSE Jeans recently came in to the Shops at Park Lane next to the Aveda Institute. The grand opening celebration is 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
The eco-friendly shop offers a line of … more
Neighborhood resident Julie Hersh to appear on ‘Dr. Oz’
Preston Hollow resident Julie Hersh will appear on “Dr. Oz” at 4 p.m. Wednesday to weigh in on the controversial electroconvulsive therapy as a mental health treatment. Watch the promo here.
Hersh, who is the Dallas Children’s Theater board chairman*, credits ECT with her recovery from a life of depression … more
Total Wine coming to Park Lane and Central?
Who knew that keeping track of Dallas’ liquor and wine store activity would require a blog post? But we’re big-time these days, and a lot of national and large regional chains want to be here.
At the end of the rather lengthy post discussing Trader Joe’s arrival in Dallas, I … more
Police debunk NorthPark gang rumors — again
As the Dallas Morning News reported earlier this week, rumors of NorthPark Center gangs were revived after an attack last week — which didn’t even happen at NorthPark.
A 17-year-old boy was attacked by a group of men in the Sports Authority parking lot across the freeway from the mall. … more
