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Best of
Best of 2020: Lifelong Methodist Waits For Her Denomination to Include Her
Julie Reeves’ mother had a simple wish for her daughter when she sat down to inscribe her daughter’s Bible 54 years ago.
Best of
Best of 2020: Hundreds Gather for Inclusive Vow Renewal Service
OK, so this story about a multi-denominational vow renewal service actually happened in the last days of 2019, but since it wasn't included in our Best of 2019, deputy editor Bethany Erickson wanted to include it as one of the highlights of her year.
Best of
Best of 2020 People’s Pick: Breathtaking in Austin
Another overwhelming reader favorite in our Best of 2020 People's Pick choices was a piece by Kersten Rettig that waxed poetic about the Lake Austin Spa Resort.
Coronavirus
Christmas Eve Worship – Even in a Pandemic
We’ve rounded up some local virtual Christmas Eve services for all ages, as well as a couple of outdoor services.
Faith
Northaven UMC Announces New Senior Minister
With the new year will come a new senior minister for Northaven United Methodist Church - but that new face is a familiar one for Dallas Methodists.
Five Last-Minute Gifts For Any Budget
So, it's Christmas Eve Eve, and not to sound like a Claymation character, but Christmas is almost here and you need to buy gifts.
Coronavirus
DBDT Dancers Take The Stage Outdoors
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) is continuing virtual performances to finish its 44th season.
Crave a Vintage Vibe? Antiquing Opportunities Abound Nearby
Want to know what’s on-trend? Old things.
Coronavirus
Doctor Visits During COVID-19 Mean Increased Safety Protocols
From virtual consultations to increased safety protocols, visits to the dentist or dermatologist, like everything else, are different in the time of COVID-19.
Coronavirus
AT&T PAC Offers Close-Up Contests – From Afar
It's no secret that the pandemic has been tough on the arts community, with shows canceled and postponed, occupancy reduced, and a host of other issues to navigate.
Urban Gardener Cultivates Hope, Produce, Community in Your Backyards
Professional vegetable grower Kate Olsen pulled up her Napa Valley roots and moved to Dallas where she’s sharing lessons gleaned while urban gardening for a world-class restaurant.
Dallas Opera Announces Spring Start for 2020-21 Season
Fingers crossed, opera lovers in Dallas. This spring may see you in a seat, enjoying the season that was postponed due to COVID-19 - almost a year after the pandemic caused a state-wide shut down.
Out and About
Perot, Lockheed Martin Support Socially-Distanced Fun
Just in time for winter break at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Lockheed Martin has stepped up to support socially distanced fun during the holidays, with a $65K donation which will fund space-themed masks and single-use take-home science activity kits for children.
Dallas Opera To Stream ‘The Magic Flute’ Simulcast
The Dallas Opera will make the company’s popular 2019 production of Mozart’s family-friendly The Magic Flute available free for home viewing for a limited time.
Philanthropy
Bite Into the Burger That Gives Back
The Taylor Burger isn't just a delicious solution to lunch - it is a delicious solution to lunch and a way to help Scottish Rite for Children continue to help children - like the one the burger is named for.
Raise the Roof: Central Market Hosts Gingerbread Decorating Contest
In the immortal words of Buddy the Elf, "I thought maybe we could make gingerbread houses, and eat cookie dough and go ice skating and maybe even hold hands."
Never Fear Color; Christmas Decorating Time Is Near
Many will look to holiday decor to provide a bit of cheer and color at home during a time when people are spending more time there amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Neiman Marcus Holiday Experiences: Different But Delightful.
What would Stanley Marcus think about Zooming with Santa, virtual gifting rooms, or curbside Santas?
Coronavirus
Momentous Work Continues Without One Particular Golf Tournament
Canceling a nationally-known, signature fundraiser doesn’t set the preferred tone for celebrating a century of service.
Fun Holiday To-Do List
Pandemic precautions won’t prevent NorthPark Center from going overboard with Christmas decorations, though they will require making sessions and storytimes with the mall’s beloved Santa Claus virtual.