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PUBLISHERíS LETTER What a whirlwind the past few months have been. So many great events, stories and people to spend time with here in East Texas – it's been great! Spring has moved on and summer is well-and-truly here. It's been hotter than ever outside with temperatures reaching triple digits and hovering there for weeks on end. It definitely makes you want to go find a cool patio or hit the lake, and luckily East Texas has plenty of both. Plus, things have really been heating up at BSCENE. The July/August issue is always one of my favorites because it marks the halfway point in the year for us – which, after almost 11 years, always seems to get here more quickly each time.

We get a chance to look back on the first few months of a great year and look forward to the amazing things East Texas has in store for us that are still yet to come. And, we get to enjoy all the wonderful people and places during summer in East Texas. This year's Cattle Barons' Gala was a great success! Our May/June cover subject, Pat Green, put on an amazing show, as always. With fellow entertainers Wade Bowen and JB & The Moonshine Band blowing everyone away before and after the party. Great food, great friends and great music all for great cause sounds like the perfect East Texas Saturday night to me!

As Aiden and Aniston get older (faster than I can keep up with), Kelly and I are looking more and more into the educational community here in East Texas. It's a shame that I guess you never truly notice until you're preparing to send your kids off for school, but East Texas is truly blessed with some of the most talented and devoted educational professionals to be found anywhere.

From tutoring services to daycares, and private secondary schools to institutions of higher learning, we've got everything you'll need. To learn more about them flip to our Education Special Advertising Section starting on page 131. Another main feature of BSCENE this issue is the Spas, Salons & Stylists Special Advertising Section. Now, I'll be the first to admit that I'm not an professional in this field. I shave my head and keep a goatee partly because it's just so easy to maintain! But, Kelly has been a hairstylist professionally and has worked in some pretty amazing salons right here in East Texas. Experts in color, styling, spa services, massage, abound in our area … So, if you're looking to be pampered, just turn over to page 53 and begin your search.

From salons to schools to charities, East Texas is a truly rich place. And, the people here are constantly looking to grow and improve. Because BSCENE IS East Texas, we're looking to grow and improve with you. That's why I'm incredibly excited about the developments on the horizon for our company and our staff. We're on the grow, looking for new people, looking to expand and get more familiar with our friends from Nacogdoches and Lufkin, over to Longview, up to Lindale and everywhere in between.

Kelly and I, and our entire staff, are thrilled for what is to come in the second half of 2011, and we know you will be too!

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EDITOR’S LETTER During the process of producing BSCENE Magazine each issue there are certinaly aspects of the magazine I can relate to more than others. I've always been a huge nerd when it came to movies and music, so when the opportunities come along to delve into those source materials, I jump at them. The same can be said for sports, the arts, handful of other topics that BSCENE gets the chance to explore. However, that's a two-way street. One example would be that I've always rented apartments or homes. Though I understand the concept underneath, the market for buying or constructing a home is a little bit foreign to me as I've never jumped in with both feet.

Sometimes, I get the chance to expand my horizons – often it happens willingly, and sometimes I've had to be pushed. Despite growing up doing monumentally dangerous and stupid things – like any right-minded boy – I was able to escape from childhood pretty much unscathed. I only broke my pinkies, a couple of toes and a bone in my foot playing soccer. All-in-all, that's a pretty short list considering I did things like trying (and failing) to jump a creek bed on my bike … that was 20-feet-deep. But, once I went through a fairly extensive surgery for sleep apnea and spent my first night in the hospital since I was born, I gained a newfound perspective and understanding of the medical profession.

This issue, BSCENE has both our annual Education and Spas, Salons & Stylists Special Advertising Setions. Now, excepting me, my entire family is involved in education. From my grandparents, aunts and uncles, down to my sister, brotherin-law and parents – I've been around school of some sort my entire life. I'm pretty familiar with that world. As long as I can remember, the value of education has been hammered into my brain. I always read the books I was assigned (except "Pride And Prejudice"), I wrote my own term papers and book reports, and when I was at A&M I even studied from time to time – as much as my folks might be shocked to hear it. I've got a very deep respect for the men and women who give so much of themselves to pass along knowledge and skills to others. I harbor no illusions about how difficult a proposition it can be.

On the other hand, I have had little-to-no experience with the world of spas, salons and stylists. Now, I can hear you thinking aloud, “But Will, your nails always look so well maintained and your eyebrows are perfectly manicured!” I thank you for the sentiment but, as some of you may have read in last issue's Back Page (May/June 2011), I recently had my first experience with a pedicure. Now, I've got a new perspective on this industry as well. I'm not saying it's the same as maxillofacial surgery or teaching a lesson to 30 middle school kids, but there is definitely a level of skill and artistry there that improves the way we look, feel and treat one another. There's something about a new haircut that can appeal to the hippest teen girl or the most sharply dressed businessman. A day at the spa can renew your spirit. Style may not be substance, but after recent lessons I'm learning it's pretty tough to have one without the other.

William Knous Managing Editor

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< On May 14, I got together with some great friends – like the lovely < As a dual celebration – for Mother's Day and my mom's birthday < Ada was a huge fan of the tortillas, though Colleen McDermott – for the Second Annual Roth Crawfish Boil. I – brother-in-law, sister, parents and my niece Ada spent a fantastic she really needs to get that haircut under control. didn't cook the crawfish, but I did play DJ for the night. afternoon on the Patio at Joe T. Garcia's in Fort Worth.

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Social Editor NAC/LUFKIN Well it's official, I have a third grader!

Reagan wrapped up a great second grade year at the Stephen F. Austin Charter School and is in total "summer mode." I sure do miss those summer days eating snowcones and swimming until dark!

East Texas has so many great schools and educational programs! It's true you don't have to travel outside of the state to receive an above-par education. I have had the opportunity of getting to know about some of the schools and educational programs we have in East Texas through meeting advertisers in our 2011 Educational Guide.

What a talented group of teachers we are blessed with!

My workout program is still in full effect, and with the help of Premier Fitness over the past 6 weeks, I have come to enjoy a whole new set of techniques and work out experiences through their CrossFit program and my amazing trainer TJ! With the usual extreme heat we have in East Texas, it is most important to stay hydrated and relatively cool. My family was fortunate enough to be able to celebrate my parent's 34th anniversary in Mexico Beach, Florida last month. It is always a special time when we can all get together for a week and enjoy each other's company.

In working on the 2011 Spas, Salons & Stylist Section, I was able to meet some real miracle workers! I have always enjoyed this business sector, having owned my own salon for a few years. I love the whole process of making someone else feel pampered and enhancing their beauty through styling. A special shout out to Salon Verve for letting me be a part of their ad this go round – what a fun day that was!

I am very much looking forward to some great events coming up in Nacogdoches as well as the Country for our Country 2011 event in Tyler this Fall. Please remember to keep me in the loop if you have any events you would like BSCENE Magazine to cover!

Ginny Gould Account Executive ginny@h3-media.com

< Our family always enjoys our yearly trip < Dr. Sharpe and I attended the preview party to Mexico Beach, in Florida. Th is year was a of XTC by Tony Cruz. We were able to catch a glimpse of one of Tyler's hottest new fitness centers! total blast!

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120 SPORTS SCENE / LOCK IT UP!

16 ALL GROWN UP / COVER STORY

122 OUTTAKES

22 CHEMICALLY DELICIOUS / B WELL

129 EDUCATION GUIDE / SPECIAL SECTION

30 SNAPSHOT OF AN ERA / B CULTURE

134 PUTTING FAMILIES TOGETHER / JUST CAUSE

36 DIGITAL MEDICINE / B WELL 40 FOREVER YOUNG / SPOTLIGHT 42 HOT MODS / FITNESS IQ 53 SPAS, SALONS, STYLISTS / SPECIAL SECTION 62 A BRIGHTER TOMORROW / B DRIVEN 63 YEAR ONE / B WED 76 FEARING'S SPICE OF LIFE / COOK WELL 77 DINING GUIDE FOR EAST TX / COOK WELL

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80 OFF THE GRILL / COOK WELL 82 MAKE A SPLASH / TASTING ROOM 89 MAN ABOUT TOWN / BJ'S 96 STYLE FILE / STYLE 102 N THE BUFF / STYLE IQ 104 SHEER GENIUS / STYLE IQ 108 TYLER CATTLE BARONS' GALA 113 SOCIAL EVENTS CALENDAR 116 CARMEL JOHNSEN / ENTERTAINER 118 ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

138 SCHOOL’S OUT! 142 CRIB SAFETY / AT HOME 150 PAYNEFUL TRUTH 155 V IN THE CITY / DANCING WITH THE TYLER STARS 158 REAL ESTATE / HOME LISTINGS 160 SAVINGS TO THE MAXX! / BACK PAGE

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Shawn Michael Haney - President / CEO Kelly Laine Haney - Vice President Mitzi Hardee - Executive Assistant Cecily Anderson - General Assistant ACCOUNTING Kelly Laine Haney ADVERTISING SALES Sonya Atkison, Ginny Gould MANAGING EDITOR William Knous CREATIVE TEAM Lauren Gould EDITORIAL TEAM Holly Head, William Knous Production Interns: Rachel Hackbarth, Patrick Rippy, Sarah Grace Sweeney CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Reid Kerr, Zoe Kerr Lawhorn, Shane Payne, Dr. Aubrey D. Sharpe, Veronica Terres Contributing Food Editor: Chef Dean Fearing PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Lauren Ashley Photography, Marc Bailey, Casey Jay Benson Photography, Gema Blanton

AUBREY SHARPE, PH.D. /// CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Aubrey Sharpe, Ph.D. was born and raised in Miami, FL. He transfered to East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, at the age of 19. From there, he attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and earned a Masters degrees in divinity and religious education foundations. In 1973, Dr. Sharpe began his career in college eduation instructing at Tarrant County Comminity College (TCC). Dr. Sharpe earned his Ph.D. in higher education administration with an emphasis in community college at the University of North Texas. He worked in Tarrant County as dean for TCC for 11 years.

Sharpe's carrer also includes 10 years as a Baptist minister, and five years as national director of training for a life insurance company. In 1989, he moved to Tyler to convert the Old Levi Strauss building into the Regional Training Development Complex – now known as the Tyler Junior College West Campus. July 2011 marks Dr. Sharpe's 23rd year in that position. He currently lives in Tyler with his lovely wife, Linda, of 37 years.

Dr. Sharpe began his column, “Man About Town,” in 2004 after he was approached by Lynn Haney and Shawn Haney. Sharpe says he has thouroughly enjoyed it and it's been a great ride. “It's been a lot of fun and I just love all the folks I've gotten to work with,” Sharpe said. “It's a great ticket, and the ride's even better!”

Photography, Clay Bostian and Kellie Gann: Creative Photography, Beth Cunningham, Tonya Davis, Margo Frtiz, G Patterson Photography, Susan Guthrie & The City of Tyler, Ashley Harden, Matthew Hogan Photography, Andrews Joven, Dr. Scott Lieberman, Alex M Photography, Noreen Nartia, Mitchell Patton, Portraits by Bryan, Randy Phillips Photography, Mark Sanders, Joey Seeber, Sam Smead Photography, White Photography, Tyler Convention and Visitors Bureau, Tyler Museum of Art STYLE FILE Models: Alicia & Mike Compton Location: Tyler Yacht Club Photography: Matthew Hogan Photography Makeup by: Holly Head Style Coordinators: Holly Head, William Knous COVER On the Cover: Matt Flynn Photography: Lauren Gould Wardrobe: Harley's

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H3 Media, L.L.C. 2011. All Rights Reserved.

BSCENE welcomes unsolicited submissions and photographs, but does not assume any responsibility for publication or return of materials. When any editorial or photography submission, whether in advertisements or editorial, is provided to BSCENE, by any means, whether electronically or otherwise, the person/business making the submission assumes all responsibility that the submission does not infringe on any third party’s rights and title, including all copyrights and/or releases. No fees are due to anyone, including photographer or models, unless previously agreed upon by all parties involved. The opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the representative writers and authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of this magazine.

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/// FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER Mr. Mitchell Patton has been a BScene contributor for the past 3 years and describes himself as a "Media Maverick." After receiving degrees in Communications and History from Texas Tech University in 2005, he returned to his hometown of Tyler, where he has worked in television, radio, print and web series.

As a photographer for BSCENE Magazine and a videographer for BSCENE TV, Mitchell loves showcasing the people, places, and events that make East Texas great. Working with his brother, Sherman as part of the production duo, Patton Productions, he also enjoys collaborating with others in the creative arts community.

You can find Mitchell covering various events for BSCENE and as the host of the upcoming podcast, Mr. Mitchell Patton Saves The World.

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Chuy's Mexican Restaurant celebrated its opening day with a ribbon cutting on May 17.

Geriatric Care Solutions' grand opening and ribbon cutting took place on Friday April 22.

Business professionals gathered at The Cascades Country Club on April 20, for the BNI visitor's luncheon.

Longview Regional Hospital celebrated National Hospital Week with catered hamburgers for employees and guests from the famous Butcher Shop on May 12.

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What is Street Scene: glimpses of glitter, photos of friends, a few lines of life and laughter. Like a school's yearbook, Street Scene chronicles life in East Texas. You'll find businesses and others commemorating anniversaries. Celebrations and charities gloss these pages; accompanied by the faces you know.

Music, theater and other cultural events also make the scene.

Luxe Designs invited friends and employees to their stylish store to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Guests enjoyed hors' d'oeuvres and margaritas while browsing artwork by Becky Martin.

On Apr. 26, Dr. David Flynn of East Texas Doctors Chiropractic held a seminar focusing on lower back pain. The seminar shed light on new innovative ways to get rid of lower back pain and what causes the condition.

On April 27, Jersey Mike's Subs opened their second location in Tyler on the corner of Fifth Street and Beckham.

The Metabolic Research Center held an open house and ribbon cutting on May 11, in Longview for those interested in multiple alternatives for losing weight.

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U.S. Senator John Cornyn made a stop at the garden co-op between the Smith County Jail and the East Texas Food Bank during a visit on May 31, in Tyler.

Cole & Co. in Tyler held a ribbon cutting and grand re-opening party on May 19, at the La Piazza Center.

Longview's Morgan Abbigail celebrated special guest jewelry designer Mayra's visit with a Stone Wrapped Jewelry Soiree on May 18. Mayra's showcased her latest creations and made custom pieces.

Trinity Mother Frances held their Administrative Professionals Day luncheon at Outback Steakhouse in Tyler. All proceeds benefitted the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miracle Network hospitals.

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The East Texas Food Bank received two national awards at the Feeding America Network Summit in Las Vegas.

The Technology and Fundraising Model Program Awards were presented on April 14.

Owner and Chef Carlos Villapudua along with brother co-owner Mundo Villapudua of Villa Montez hosted a wine dinner at the Lake Tyler Petroleum Club on May 25.

Iron Chef Champion Kent Rathbun visited the FRESH Taste Kitchen on May 26, to demonstrate his cooking skills. Guests also sampled his new line of products, Kent Rathbun Elements.

Jersey Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presented a check for over $5,300 to the Boys and Girls Club of East Texas on April 25. The money was raised from donations made at the South Broadway store.

Downtown Tyler hosted it’s second Art Walk on June 2. There were around three dozen artists displaying a variety of fine and performing arts.

Discovery Science Place held a VIP Member Dedication And Sneak Peek of their new summer exhibit Amusement Park Science on June 9 in Tyler.

East Texans gathered in Longview’s historical downtown on June 3, for Alley Fest 2011. The festival included performances from the Matthew Davidson Band and headliner Wade Bowen.

TJC Alumni Association and President Dr. Mike Metke hosted the Tyler Area TJC Alumni Members’ Reception on June 23 to thank members for their support.

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Winners of the Cattle Baron’s Truck Giveaway, Angela and Ricardo Rivera, received their new GMC Sierra at Hall Buick & GMC on June 14.

Breakers Seafood Joint celebrated their 2nd Anniversary on June 15 in Tyler. Guests enjoyed live music by the Twisted Rhythm Experience.

East Texas Food Bank was awarded a Reduce Your Use Grant from First Choice Power on June 22. The grant will allow the food bank to save on energy bills.

Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview hosted Meet MAKO the Robot on June 17. Guests had the opportunity to see the ground breaking technology on display.

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I wasn’t sure what to expect. Everyone looks big in pads and on television in front of tens of thousands of screaming fans and millions more on television. But, the guy who got out of his dad’s Tahoe in front of the BSCENE offices back in 2007 looked me pretty much eye-to-eye.

He wasn’t intimidatingly big, and his hand didn’t swallow mine when he shook it. He wasn’t bouncing around or filling any empty space with chatter. Riding out the photo shoot, he was even, steady. He answered my questions deliberately but purposefully. It would be tough to guess that the next day he would be headed to New Orleans to take on The

Then, I got drafted by Green Bay, and it all sort of worked out.”

Flynn’s draft experience was different from a lot of the guys you might see on television. He wasn’t in New York, with a suit buttoned up to his chin, waiting to don an ugly cap and shake the Commissioner’s hand.

“I didn’t really sit and watch the draft,” said Flynn. “I decided that because I didn’t know when I was going to be drafted – in the middle rounds, the late rounds or at all – I didn’t want to go through the stress of it. So, I took my parents and close friends and we all went to the golf course … It was probably the longest round of golf I’ve ever played. The hours dragged on, I kept checking my phone, but there were no calls.

Each round of the draft went by, and no calls. The seventh round came along and I got a call from Ted Thompson, the General Manager for the Green Bay Packers.”

This came as a shock to Flynn for a few reasons. First, he spent a grand total of 5 minutes speaking to the team at the Combine. And, on the day before, the team had drafted the highly touted quarterback out of Louisville, Brian Brohm. But Flynn isn’t easily shaken. He was one of many players on a stacked LSU squad, and prepared and proved himself there. The NFL would be next.

Ohio State University for college football’s Holy Grail … but then, sitting in the front of his dad’s SUV, he seemed more interested in getting to play with some predatory jungle cats at Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge on Highway 14. Maybe it shouldn’t have been so surprising.

When you’re used to some of the most freakishly strong and aggressive humans on the planet making it their mission in life to decimate you, some lions and tigers don’t seem so bad. He didn’t flinch much when, toward the end of the photo shoot, they brought out the tiger cubs – big as Labradors with comically large claws and teeth. As soon as he was given the chance, he took it, and scooped one of them up. That’s how we got our first cover shot with him, and it turned out pretty well.

It made sense that he wouldn’t be too afraid of it, or that he kept calm and took his chance when it came. That was business as usual for Matt Flynn – if not with a 50-pound tiger cub.

So, I wasn’t surprised when, a few days later, Flynn had arguably his best game in an LSU uniform, throwing four touchdowns to beat the Buckeyes by 14. It was his second title with LSU, and he’d snared another chance when it came to him. He worked to be in the position he was in, to win the starting job and keep it. He’s been doing it since he was in high school, leading Tyler’s Robert E. Lee to a state championship. He did it in college with LSU. Now, he’s doing it in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers. Staring down Tom Brady and getting the best of him one week, taking snaps on the hallowed freezing tundra of Lambeau Field the next. He’s a winner. And he’s got the Super Bowl ring to prove it. Now, if we can just get past that pesky lockout.

But first, to catch up … Flynn describes the few months after the national championship game as “a whirlwind.” He’d graduated in December, a few weeks beforehand, so all that was left was the game, which turned out quite well. Afterward it was the standard media circus: features, newspaper articles and a regional magazine cover. ESPN The Magazine even did a series on a handful of players, including Flynn, who were on the bubble of the draft. Flynn took it in stride, searching out and hiring an agent, traveling to Orlando to train specifically for the NFL Combine then heading home to Baton Rouge to prepare for the LSU Pro Day. “The whole process was ‘bam, bam, bam,’” recalled Flynn. “I didn’t get much of a chance to reflect on the National Championship. It was a little disappointing I didn’t get to celebrate too much, but it was a really important few months, and it’s still something I will look back on for the rest of my life. It was a heck of a process, and it went by very quickly.

Almost immediately upon arrival at Green Bay, Flynn was put to the test. There is a short rookie minicamp where new players get their playbooks, meet the coaching staff and hit the field for the first round of evaluations. Then, after a week off, it’s right into the mix: organized team activities (OTAs), more minicamps, a playbook the size of a comprehensive dictionary. But, as Flynn said, “You’re thrown into the fire, but at that point, you’re a professional. You do your homework and prepare.” When faced with the prospect of being surrounded by the planet’s premier athletes, even Flynn had to check up a bit. “I get to my first OTA, and I’m looking across the line at guys like Charles Woodson, Al Harris and A.J. Hawk and I’m thinking, ‘what have I gotten myself into?’” Flynn said with a laugh. “These guys are flying around. It’s ten times faster than college; these guys know the offense better than you do, nearly. It was tough to get up to speed those first few days.” When asked if it was a different ballgame getting hit by an NFL player that what he’d been accustomed to before, Flynn paused for a moment before answering with a knowing “yeah.” (But, everyone starts in the same place.) “All I could do was prepare as well as anyone else.”

The extent of the preparation and pressure necessary have broken many young players though, and maybe more quarterbacks than any other position. When your hobby becomes your job – whether that’s computer repair or pro football quarterback – does the fun go away?

“Not for me,” said Flynn, easily. “Once it stops being fun, that’s when you should just stop doing it. You can get rid of all the money and the glamour of NFL and it’s just a game, after that. It’s a kid’s game, played by men.”

It was also very fortunate that, although Flynn came into a bit of a testy situation with the departure of NFL legend Brett Favre, the ascension of former first round pick Aaron Rodgers and stiff competition in the form of a highly thought-of fellow rookie, Flynn was able to steel himself and learn, to be a sponge soaking up information from Rodgers, from the coaches, from everyone. Plus, Green Bay just happens to be one of the few teams in the NFL that doesn’t do much of what Flynn calls “initiation.” “I had to take everyone that played my position out for dinner, but that’s just two other guys – not too bad,” joked Flynn. “Then, we have to bring food to the veterans on the plane for every away game. Luckily Aaron just wanted an Oreo Breeze from McDonald’s.” (You’ve got to love professional athletes and their highlevel nutrition regimens.)

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learn and grow that came along – film study; practice; drills; over and over again, never becoming complacent. Coming in as a seventh round pick, competing against Brohm for the backup spot, Flynn’s back was against the wall from the start. But, he’s a winner. From a great training camp through a productive preseason, Flynn worked and earned his spot. Then, all he needed was a chance. Flynn had got his first game time, “live bullets” as he said, during his rookie season – thrown to the Tampa Bay defense and a hostile crowd to run a two-minute offense with the game practically out of reach. Then, there was the mop-up duty here and there if the Packers were well ahead on another team.

“My first real, true experience was this past year,” he said. “It was about week 13 or so we were in Detroit. Aaron got a concussion and I played the second half. I had some success, but we ended up losing the game. But, I took a lot away from it. I learned a lot. I started getting comfortable playing at that level, with the first team offense. Playing when it counts.” The next week, Flynn got his first start against the hottest team in the league, Tom Brady’s New England Patriots – in

“I think it’s funny because probably 99 percent of guys in NFL don’t really know what’s going on,” Flynn said incredulously. “I was telling my friends recently that we watch ESPN every night to see if there have been any new developments, just like everyone else. It’s not like the League calls us every day after mediation and fills us in.

I know just as much as the next guy that comes up and asks me what the word is.”

But Flynn isn’t out playing the intrepid reporter, either. In the NFL where average career hovers right around three years, longevity and experience are assets denoting more than just athletic ability. Flynn knows his role, and has every intention of lasting beyond the average.

“I don’t think [I have a big role],” considered Flynn. “I think it’s one of those situations where there can be too many cooks in the kitchen.

You get your core players on each team – Aaron is our team rep – so he will talk to some of the older guys, leaders on the team go and take care of our business. Like I said, most guys – 99 percent of guys on the team – won’t have much input or much to say, and I think that’s the

New England. It was Dec. 19., Matt's father’s birthday. The whole family flew to the game to see Matt have “probably the best time [he’s] had, since the National Championship.” It was a bitterly cold Sunday night, and Flynn played well, throwing his first, second and third touchdown passes – and out-dueling Tom Brady wire to wire.

The Packers lost, but it was a huge confidence boost for Flynn and his teammates, and it ignited an unbeaten run that extended through the rest of the season, into the playoffs and to a victory in the Superbowl.

When discussing winning a Superbowl – something athletes work their entire youth and careers for, and most oftentimes fail to achieve – Flynn is a measured and respectful winner, but not without a bit of humor: “It’s very humbling experience. I’ve been very blessed and lucky at the places I’ve been picked and have been chosen to go. Being able to win two National Championships at LSU, then Superbowl ... I thank God for that. Then, to have a little bit of the part and contribute to this year was incredible and something I’ll always remember … and yeah, it’s a nice piece of jewelry.”

After an extraordinary first few years in the League, and after wrapping up one of the great playoff runs of all time, Flynn is excited to get back onto the field and get back to work. But, not so fast my friends ... as of press time, the owners of every team in the National Football League have locked out their players, barring them from team facilities, from communication with their coaches, from teamsanctioned events. It’s easy to see the downsides.

“The obvious thing is that we haven’t been able to get our practices in,” regretted Flynn. “We missed OTAs, we missed minicamp, missed workouts up in Green Bay, quarterback school. I don’t feel physically I’ve missed too much because I’ve been up at LSU working out with the team … I’ve been doing all I would be doing normally, except working with coaches and organized practice. There’s a lot of downtime ... But, I’ve just been working out, playing golf and enjoying being in the South. But, we’re all ready to get back to work, get everything situated, figured out and get it all done in time for training camp.”

Luckily for Flynn and the rest of the Packers, the lockout doesn’t figure to impact them as much as many other teams around the League. Almost the entire core of the team is returning – a large group of veterans, guys coming off injuries, and talented young guns. And, the rest doesn’t hurt either; remember by earning their way into the playoffs as a Wild Card team then marching to the Superbowl, they’ve played a full month longer than most other teams. Yet, Flynn hasn’t let the time off get to him too much. He hasn’t resorted to baking cookies for NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in hopes of swaying the mediation. Flynn laughs off the suggestion, but keeps a sense of humor about the whole situation.

way it should be. Every team votes on the team rep, and those are the guys that will be fighting for us.”

However, the lockout was set aside by League officials for a night – so the Packers could get their Superbowl rings. You can see from the photos that the ring is monstrous. It weighs a quarter of a pound, and though the “official” NFL stance is that the rings may be around $5,000 … there is simply no way that’s true – just look at that thing!

Flynn doesn’t wear his ring too much, but when he looks at it or puts it on, it’s easy to see how much it means to him.

“They flew everyone up [to Wisconsin]. They had a big ceremony for us in the Atrium at Lambeau Field. It was a first-class deal, and they spared no expense. They put together a very nice presentation … and put a black ring box in front of all of us. They showed a highlight film of season, and the coaches and other officials spoke. Then came the NFL Films video on the making of our rings. Right after that we heard them say ‘players open your boxes.’ It was like a bunch of kids on Christmas morning. It was more than what any of us could have imagined. It’s beautiful, huge ... not something that you wear on everyday occasions, but we all wore it that night when we went out for some dinner after the ceremony. I doubt many guys wore it too much after that. It weighs a quarter pound and I can barely make a fist with it on; not the most convenient thing to wear, but it sure is beautiful.”

It’s been a good run so far for Matt Flynn. A state title in high school, multiple National titles in college and a Superbowl – all in under a decade. But, if you think he’s satisfied or looking to ride out the rest of his time, you haven’t been paying much attention to this story up until now. A fundamental aspect of what has taken Flynn to this point makes those things impossible for him. He’s a winner, so he will do what it takes to win, without fail, rudimentarily.

“I’ve got one year left on my contract in Green Bay so we’ll see what happens with that. But, overall, my goal is very simple. I want to be a better quarterback this year than I was last year. I want a more successful preseason. I want to prepare myself as a starter each week; be more prepared each week than I was last year to step in when I’m needed. I want to keep growing, soaking up as much information as I can about the quarterback position, to get more and more comfortable with everything I have to do to win.”

When Flynn left the photo shoot this time, he shook my hand, and looked me right in the eye – just like the last time I met him, a few years ago. For me, the reaction was the same. I got it then, and I get it now. Of course he won a Texas 5A state championship. Of course he led his LSU to a National Championship. Of course this guy bested Tom Brady. Of course he’s got a Super Bowl ring. The kid’s a winner.

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For curious shoppers and adventurous eaters, the most exciting section of any grocery store is the produce department. New flavors grown locally and overseas are a peel away from discovery. Produce sections are also full of surprises...

A kind produce manager recently introduced me to what appeared to be a moldy grapefruit near the fresh oranges in Brookshire’s. To my surprise, it is called an “Ugli fruit” and is a cross between a mandarin orange and a grapefruit. On another trip, my friends’ grandmother, Wynne Mae, became very interested in what appeared to be dried fruit in a barrel near an apple display. Curiosity prompted Wynne to brake off a piece and put it in her mouth.

The horrified look on her face was priceless as she spit it out instantly. I remember laughing when the clerk told us it was fruit wax.

In fact, anyone that has ever picked up an apple and taken a bite without rinsing it has probably ingested fruit wax too. But fruit wax isn’t the only invisible ingredient lurking in produce. In fact, various chemicals, dyes and fertilizers are used in fresh produce – even organic produce. Fresh beef, poultry and pork also contain hormones and antibiotics. But are these chemicals more safe than harmful? The experts weigh in on the dangers, if any, from the chemicals used in fresh produce, poultry and beef that make them chemically delicious.

Dr. Julian Deese, Medical Director for Good Shepherd Institute for Healthy Living in Longview reveals that almost all fresh foods have been exposed to chemicals (pesticides and fertilizers). They are also typically treated with dyes to improve their color, including brightcolored fruits such as oranges and lemons, to indicate ripeness. These chemicals do everything from help the food grow faster, to protect them from bugs and help them to sell. “Farmers use those chemicals so those fruits and vegetables can make it to market. Otherwise, in East Texas the bugs would get them,” Dr. Deese explained.

Traditional beef farming involves the most chemical treatment because the grass cattle eat is treated with fertilizers, pesticides and sometimes is applied directly to the animal. Most cattle are given growth hormones (steroids) before they are sent to the feed lot.

Some produce is particularly susceptible to spray and pesticides.

These crops include the more vulnerable fruit like strawberries and peaches, which may be treated with pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and ethylene-blocking chemicals used to increase the shelf life. However, Dr. Deese stresses that the additives in chemically treated produce are not significant enough in quantity to be harmful – unless someone has a sensitivity or allergy. And while the more delicate harvests may get more pesticides, when asked if the chemicals penetrate the skin and get inside the fruit he said, “Only to a very small degree, not enough to worry about. But because they have been exposed, aggressive washing of all fruit and vegetables as well as peeling whenever possible is a good idea.”

Organic produce is another option for those trying to consume as few chemicals as possible. However, even though certified organic produce does contain less chemicals, most are not 100 percent chemical and pesticide-free. In the U.S., if produce dons the official USDA organic seal it only has to be at least 95 percent organic, which means 5 percent can be chemically treated. “Even organic produce in Texas may have some chemical exposure. Read the label and recognize the closer to home fruit and vegetables originate, the safer,” Dr. Deese recommends.

Fresh meat is also scrutinized for the many additives and hormones used in treating livestock. FRESH by Brookshire's Market Manager, Herb Turner, explains that pork, beef and chicken each contain different types of chemicals. “Most pork is injected with a solution that can add up to 14 percent weight,” Turner reveals. “Only natural pork is not [injected], and you have to ask [for it].” He also explained that the solution injected in pork most commonly includes: water, potassium lactate, sodium phosphate, salt and sodium diacetate. FRESH offers numerous all natural and organic meats.

However, even though certified organic produce does contain less chemicals, most are not 100 percent chemical and pesticidefree. In the U.S., if produce dons the official USDA organic seal it only has to be at least 95 percent organic, which means 5 percent can be chemically treated.

Clinical dietitians for Trinity Mother Frances, Adrian Charkowski, RD, LD; Tami Lawrence, RD, LD, CDE, CSR, CNSC; and Jennifer Green, RD, LD, explained that while hormones and antibiotics are used in fresh meat there is a misconception: “According to the USDA, no hormones are used in the raising of chickens.” Turner explains that is is illegal to give chicken hormones after the first 24 hours after the egg is laid. “No hormones are fed after the chicken has hatched,” he said. “The hormones used on eggs are a growth hormone and allow the chicken to grow to maturity at a faster rate ... that is why natural and organic chicken is more expensive.”

Traditional beef farming involves the most chemical treatment because the grass cattle eat is treated with fertilizers, pesticides and sometimes is applied directly to the animal. Most cattle are given growth hormones (steroids) before they are sent to the feed lot. Dr. Deese explained that antibiotics are also widely used in the beef industry.

“Eighty percent of antibiotics in the United States are currently given to livestock to make the animals grow faster and prevent illness.” After cattle reach the feed lot, they are given grains that have also been treated with fertilizers and pesticides.

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such chemicals. Turner recommends: “FRESH by Brookshire’s offers an organic beef that is strictly grass-fed and is certified organic. They also offer a completely natural beef that has seen grain, but only naturally raised grains and has no growth hormones.”

The dietitians with Mother Frances clarify that the hormones in meat typically have no effect when ingested unless a sensitivity or allergy is present. Dr. Deese explained while consuming hormones is not desirable, they are consumed in small amounts. His major concern lies with regular consumption of nitrates and salt. Packaged and smoked meats (ham, bacon, hot dogs) almost always contain sodium nitrate or sodium nitrite, Turner informed, because it is necessary to prevent botulism-causing bacteria.

Of all the items to be avoided, Dr. Deese says preserved and processed meats should be substituted with organic and all-natural meat. “The quantities of amounts of salt and nitrates can be significant if consumed on a daily basis.” He urged, “Unfortunately, except on special occasions, this means [avoid] lunch meats, bacon and any meat that is highly salted due to the risk of hypertension and heart disease.”

And while the medical and food industry debate if carcinogens are caused by sodium nitrates, the American Medical Association does associate the consumption of sodium nitrates with heart disease.

“Excessive sodium intake causes blood pressure to rise, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes,” AMA Board of Trustee member Edward L. Langston, MD, said in an AMA statement. “Much of the sodium in Americans’ diets is hidden in processed foods and restaurant meals." There are uncured meats that contain celery salt that consists of naturally occurring nitrates. Turner explained, “These items will be labeled ‘uncured.’ The shelf life is usually shorter but you get the same flavor profile.”

Of all the items to avoid, Dr. Deese says preserved and processed meats should be substituted with organic and all-natural meat. “The quantities of amounts of salt and nitrates can be significant if consumed on a daily basis.” He urged, “Unfortunately, except on special occasions, this means [avoid] lunch meats, bacon and any meat that is highly salted due to the risk of hypertension and heart disease.” For more information, check out the Prince of Whale’s speech on “The Future of Food” at WashingtonPostLive.com and The Center for Food Safety at cfs.tamu.edu.

by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com

Deese’s 5 Food Rules:

1.Don’t buy just because it’s organic If it’s not already on your shopping list, you probably won’t incorporate it into your menu.

2.Avoid processed meat Limit quantities of preserved meats that are high in nitrates and salt (only on special occasions).

3.Wash all fresh produce and peel whenever possible before consuming Especially foods at high risk for E. coli such as: spinach, lettuce, and salad greens. It is better to buy bulk lettuce or spinach rather than prepackaged. Place all meats and poultry immediately into the refrigerator or freezer, especially in the hot summer months.

4.Shop the Farmer’s Market Get to know your local farmers and support your farmers market.

Buy fresh and buy local are still the best rules, especially in Texas where we have so much diversity in our produce.

5.The biggest enemy is not the chemicals on our food, but the bacteria.

Food-borne pathogens cost the U.S. $152 billion a year and cause 325,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 deaths from bacteriacontaminated food.

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Can you imagine a simpler time in American life, when the heroes were tough and the cowboys were gritty, when the enemy was obvious and the road to freedom was clear?

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s go back in time.

In the collective minds and imaginations of Americans, there exists a nostalgia related to a time when we, as a country, were different.

Children played in the streets and walked to their local movie theatres to catch the latest picture shows. Families gathered together around the radio to listen to broadcasts of everything from baseball games to shows like “The Shadow.” There wasn’t anything much more exciting to a child than the anticipation of that special prize, earned over time by the collection of cereal box tops. Add a sun-drenched baseball diamond and a bottle of Coca-Cola, and you have the kind of mid-century magic that defines memories of this era.

Today, such simple pleasures seem to fade behind a fog of video games, satellite television, and the latest mobile devices. On view now through August 14 at the Tyler Museum of Art is an exhibition called Remember When: Marvels and Memories from the Collection of Dr. James Clark. Although I am predated by most of the items included in the exhibition, I can still relate to the feeling of nostalgia that oozes from Remember When.

Even if these aren’t my memories, I can walk through the gallery and imagine a simpler time in American life, when the heroes were tough and the cowboys were gritty, when the enemy was obvious and the road to freedom was clear. One thing hasn’t changed in the decades since The Lone Ranger and his trusty steed captivated television audiences; pop culture continues to reflect and record our nation’s collective consciousness and tell us all something about how we’ve changed and how we’ve stayed the same.

Interestingly, a local doctor is behind this massive collection, and what began as a gift (the very first vintage movie poster) has grown into a museum exhibition of over 500 items.

THE WAY WE WERE MEETS THE WAY WE ARE Dr. James Clark of Tyler grew up in Paris, Texas, where his mother worked as an usher for Interstate Theatres. In fact, she was the first female usher for the theater and worked there for over 12 years, moving up company ranks to the position of secretary-treasurer before she retired. During high school, Dr. Clark worked for the theater. His primary duties were to change out the lobby’s movie posters and the theater’s marquee. According to Dr. Clark, it was his time at the theater that imbued him with the desire to collect old movie posters, the pieces that form the core of this exhibition.

Dr. Clark’s collection of movie posters range widely in terms of genre, but for the most part, the posters typify the size and style of the era. Called “one-sheets,” nearly all American movie posters that were printed prior to 1985 were 27 inches wide by 41 inches high, made to fit inside frames at the theaters. Authentic posters from this era are rare, not only because they were printed in limited quantities, but also because they were meant to be discarded after their initial use. Other common sizes include the half-sheet, lobby card, and window card, all of which were used by the theaters to promote movies and remind modern viewers of the stars who ruled the silver screen.

Surely one of the period’s most beloved film genres was the Western, popularized by such larger-than-life actors as Gary Cooper; Roy Rogers; Gene Autry; and “The Duke” himself, John Wayne. Included in this exhibition are posters for movies that were made during the genre’s most prolific era, between the 1930s and the 1960s. Interestingly, this particular genre of film has all but disappeared, with rare modern day equivalents limited to films like Clint Eastwood’s Unforgiven and the Coen brother’s remake of True Grit.

Dr. Clark’s collection of vintage movie posters portray many of the beloved characters in the same way fans of their movies remember them: atop rearing horses, battling with fearsome villains, or headed to the front line. This earnest sincerity, this passionate and uncomplicated support of country and defense of the good guys seems corny, at best, to today’s more cynical audiences. And yet, we yearn for the simplicity of an era when we believed what the government told us, and we could sleep with our doors unlocked. Today’s blockbusters reveal the progression of our pop culture, but belie our sentimentality for the past.

“LEST WE FORGET” In addition to movie memorabilia, Dr. Clark collects many different types of war objects. This is due in large part to the Clark family tradition of military service. Dr. Clark’s grandfather served in

World War I, his father in World War II, and Dr. Clark himself served as a physician in the Army Medical Corps from 1966 to 1969. It was during this time, that he was charged with the care of one of the world’s most notorious war criminals, the former “Deputy to the Führer,” Rudolph Hess.

Hess, who had once been considered the second most powerful man in Germany, was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1946 during the Nuremberg Trials. By 1966, Hess was the last remaining inmate of Spandau Prison in Berlin. As part of his service as a physician in the Army Medical Corps, Dr. Clark was stationed at the U.S. Army Hospital in Berlin from 1967 to 1969, and he was one of the physicians charged with the medical care of Hess. This experience, as well as his tenure at the Letterman Army Hospital at the Presidio of San Francisco, is described by Dr. Clark as both “unique and difficult,” and certainly intensified his interest in military history.

Dr. Clark’s military experience impacted his vision as both a collector and a physician, and his collection includes a wide variety of historical memorabilia, weapons, signatures, and more. One particular section of the collection is made up of different objects that relate to the Battle of Iwo Jima, a World War II battle that became an icon of U.S. military history due in large part to a photograph titled Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima taken by Joe Rosenthal on February 23, 1945.

Among other items, the exhibition includes a postcard signed by all three surviving flag raisers at Iwo Jima: John Bradley, Rene Gagon, and Ira H. Hayes.

Of all the items shown in the exhibition, Dr. Clark’s favorite is the complete U.S. Army, World War I era uniform that was worn by his grandfather, Corporal Henry Hackler (1894-1976) who served in combat in Germany.

FICTION & FANTASY Among the characters represented in Remember When, one who was not a bird or a plane, but whose famous red and blue suit helped to establish the superhero genre, is none other than Superman, the legendary D.C. Comics character who remains an American icon after over 70 years since his first appearance. With his old-fashioned good looks, dedication to citizens in need and abhorrence of “bad-guys,” Superman was easily launched into the role of one of the nation’s leading superheroes, accompanied by characters such as Batman and Captain America. The exhibition contains examples of Superman from Pakistan, Mexico, and Belgium, as well as other Superman memorabilia including signatures from George Reeves, who played Superman in the 1950s television program Adventures of Superman, and several comic books from the same era.

Oddly enough (at least to me), most of the characters portrayed in the exhibition whom younger visitors will recognize are the superheroes.

After constant reinvention over decades of cultural change, characters like Batman and the Green Hornet retain their superhuman grips on box office dollars. Isn’t this a little strange? After all, Batman is just a regular guy who fights crime, albeit in a suit that handles a lot of the heavy lifting. Looking back at the heroes of our nation’s past, you have to wonder what our current pop culture will say about us. Some would say things have really changed, but when I walk through the gallery, I see a lot of similar dreams and values depicted along the walls. These days, we still want a victorious Batman, we are just more inclined to allow him a few inner demons.

Dr. Clark’s collection of “marvels and memories” offers viewers a deceptively simple retrospect on American culture and history. By assembling such diverse pieces, he has created a snapshot of an era, one that so many of us remember with great affection. Simpler times they may have been, but a thorough exploration of the exhibition reveals the strong character of our nation during a time when so much was on the brink of change. This exhibition offers people of all ages the opportunity to take a moment to reflect on the past, to revisit old memories and to tell stories, but it also offers us a chance to look forward, and to imagine the storyline of our own pop culture.

Participate in your community’s cultural offerings this summer!

Listen to some music, look at some art, and yes, go watch a movie. If you find something I should know about, send me an email at zoekerr78@ gmail.com.

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DIGITAL MEDICINE The business of medicine has tended to lag behind a bit.

The organization of records, the viewing of information and the storage of data are all crucial elements to ensuring not only the success of the medical institution, but also the quality of care. Though other medical technology has advanced quickly, often this section of the medical world has not … until now. All across the country and, thanks to our highly rated medical community, here in East Texas there is a transformation of the medical field outside of the operating room – and we will all be the beneficiaries.

It seems like every two weeks the news media reports a significant jump forward in technology and know-how in the medical industry. The combination of brilliant scientific minds and an insanely varied and often profitable business can set the perfect scene for advancements improving the quality of care and life for people across the region, state, country and world.

However, the business of medicine has tended to lag behind a bit. The organization of records, the viewing of information and the storage of data are all crucial elements to ensuring not only the success of the medical institution, but also the quality of care. Though other medical technology has advanced quickly, often this section of the medical world has not … until now. All across the country and, thanks to our highly rated medical community, here in East Texas there is a transformation of the medical field outside of the operating room – and we will all be the beneficiaries.

Paula Anthony, Vice President and chief information officer for ETMC regional health system, said that this transformation is taking place on a grand scale. “In general, the health care industry is undergoing this massive shift toward the use of information technology to streamline the activities of documenting patient care, of managing patients’ clinical activities, and hopefully improving their outcome as they have more information that’s available to them electronically,” said Anthony. “...A vast majority of hospitals and physician’s practices still rely on cumbersome paper charts, so they have to dig through tens of thousands of cases a day to find what they need to make the right clinical decisions.

Lots of work is going on right now to capture, store and manage all these data electronically so that the information that’s most important is most readily available to the physician. You layer on top of that, technologies offer different kinds of alerts so that when physicians, for example, are placing an order the systems will automatically alert if there might potentially ... be a complication with or a potential interaction with an allergy that that patient might have, or with another medication that that patient might have.”

Anthony also described a broad spectrum of medical services including digital prescription (and verification of pickup if needed). She also mentioned that while there has been immense activity going on for the past 10 years, in the past two to three years the level of momentum has snowballed due to some federal stimulus dollars that have been put in place to help physicians and hospitals adopt these new technologies.

Dr. David Jayakar is Director of Cardiac Surgery at the Diagnostic Clinic at Longview Regional Hospital and adopted EMR (electronic medical reports) early because he saw the advantages these changes could bring.

“EMR is everywhere,” said Dr. Jayakar. “The advantage of EMR is initially when I had a paper chart, each paper chart costs me about lets say $5 to make that chart. That includes the paper, the cardboard and filing them and so on. If I have 1,000 patients, that pays off as a profit ... The second beautiful thing is I can access it anywhere I go if I have an EMR. That means if I am in another hospital or wherever I am, on the Internet I can access it – with proper security.”

Anyone that checks in at a doctor’s office has seen the file folders and cabinets stacked from floor to ceiling, row after row. Perhaps the best part of EMR is straightforward: it just makes life easier.

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Continued from pg. 36 records in a physical location,” explained Dr. Jayakar. “With the EMR [the data] is always there, for many years, as many as you want ... that makes things much easier for [offices] because, physically, they don’t have to store these charts.”

Utilizing technology enables the transition to what he calls an “electronically transparent office.” Dr. Jayaker said. “We have our faxes coming electronically, so nothing is printed – there is not even a printer in the office. Everything gets put in the EMR without even one paper being printed. So, thats got a lot of implications on the cost, being ‘green’ ... By doing this we are able to insist that every piece of information goes digitally, because even though some offices claim they are going to EMR, they still print a lot and scan it and waste that paper ... It’s also healthier for the office, that’s what we noticed. These files collect dust and notoriously the file rooms are dirty. With the EMR, its a clean, uncluttered office we try to give to our patients.”

John Moore, Public Information Officer for Trinity Mother Frances Health Systems, said they are also on the verge of implementing their own enterprise-wide change with the Epic system. It’s main feature is an integrated and unified patient-centered database. Patients will benefit by having their clinical information available to the caregivers at every point of care across the system: inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, community, and regional locations. In addition, physicians can affiliate with Trinity Mother Frances through the use of the EHR (electronic health record) by adopting the Epic system in their practices.

Entire rooms full of forms and folders can be saved, backed up and processed on a single hard drive the size of a shoe box. It’s a logistical dream come true, and basically, it comes down to solving one of the main complaints of the medical field: management of resources.

Without the hassle, space constraints and potential for misinterpreted or lost information, physicians can focus on caring for patients, and not operating a document storage facility. However, the function and broad use of EMR holds more potential than just turning paper files into digital ones. There are wide-reaching effects on everything from digital imaging to continuity of patient care.

Dr. Jayakar cited an example: “Let’s say I have to repeat an open heart surgery that was done 10 years ago. I call the physician to get medical records – but they are only bound to [hold onto those records] for 7 years … With that in mind we are able to maintain that continuity with the EMR because in the EMR [important information like that] is always highlighted … Regarding the digitization of images, that is a very great move because now instead of going to the X-ray department only to see the X-rays, we can see the X-rays anywhere you want,” Dr. Jayakar pointed out. “Consequently, patient care has improved dramatically.”

Entire rooms full of forms and folders can be saved, backed up and processed on a single hard drive the size of a shoe box. It’s a logistical dream come true, and basically, it comes down to solving one of the main complaints of the medical field: management of resources.

And while there are some cons, the experts believe mostly they don’t come close to outweighing the positives – they are just issues to be overcome when facing a large-scale transition. These include learning new computer systems, the initial cost of the computers and storage media and the networking. Anthony said there is one hurdle that is no small concern for any institution looking to embark on the digital journey: “They’re unbelievably expensive. Unbelievably expensive,” Anthony repeated. “Hospitals spending tens of millions of dollars to get them implemented – physicians’ offices not that much because they’re not as complicated. But still, these are very, very complex systems to implement and they take a long time. So some of these stimulus funds are being offered as incentive to help to pay for at least the initial capital outlays associated with putting theses systems in and encourage people to adopt them because there’s a lot of evidence that shows that those facilities and those clinical services that utilize information technology over time seem to have better outcomes, more consistent performance … and it’s easier to assess the quality of the care that’s being given because its a little bit more objective than just trying to monitor people’s

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notes, it reduces illegibility concerns that can sometimes lead to patient errors, you know. In general if you can use technology just like with any other business it can improve the quality and hopefully the safety and outcomes of the patient experience.”

“These technologies are, as I said, extremely complex,” explained Anthony. “Clinically, if you look through a patient’s chart there are literally thousands upon thousands of data elements ... You don’t want to capture imperfect data and put them in a computer, because that’s just not going to help you. So the reason it’s difficult is because you have to go through a pretty significant work flow changes to capture these data.”

So, perhaps a casual observer might ask what in fact is taking so long to make the switch over in larger systems, other than cost?

Well, the problem at hand isn’t terribly complicated, it’s just that the implementation of the solution is incredibly labor intensive.

“These technologies are, as I said, extremely complex,” explained Anthony. “Clinically, if you look through a patient’s chart there are literally thousands upon thousands of data elements ... You don’t want to capture imperfect data and put them in a computer, because that’s just not going to help you. So the reason it’s difficult is because you have to go through a pretty significant work flow changes to capture these data.” Anthony continued, “Years ago, the way hospitals used to do it was to just scan it all ... and while that makes the data available if you’ve got a PC or some device, it doesn’t let you action on those pieces of data. It doesn’t do any kind of checks, drug/allergy checks, any kind of things that will help improve the experience of the patient.

So, those technologies have really been eclipsed by a much more modern approach, which is to capture actionable data at the time you’re treating the patient, at the time you’re placing an order, at the time you’re looking at lab results, at the time you’re reading a radiology interpretation, capture that data as something that is actionable that will drive a clinician to have the information he or she needs to make a clinical decision.”

The methods of viewing these records is also taking large steps forward. With new methods of viewing patient information and images (like MRIs) are making gains. Dr. Jayakar has been developing a system and software using his iPad as a portal to view files in place of multiple paper folders. Currently, there are two types of software for this purpose.

First, the information is stored with cloud-based software. The other option is to have a dedicated program that communicates via iPad only – though Jayakar believes the cloud-based setup is the future.

Though at first glance it might not seem like such a huge improvement in medicine, the sheer scale of the transition and the time, money and administrative efforts that the digitization of medicine opens up for physicians of all types simply cannot be underestimated.

Dr. Jayakar compares it to a full lifestyle change. “There is going to be a generation of doctors that are used to the old paper charts,” he said. “Now you are going to have another generation of doctors that are going to be with the EMR and those benefits. We are right in the transition now. It may take another few years, but then the new doctors and the old doctors will conglomerate.” He compares the transition to air travel: “The old planes were not even pressurized, they were noisy and few people were riding in them. Now, we have jets that can take 600 passengers at 40,000 feet across an ocean with no noise. That didn’t happen overnight. It took a while ... and thats the change we are going to get used to.”

It’s a change everyone will have to adopt. Anthony described this evolution as “a train gathering momentum.” And, like everything else digital, it will to become ever-more individualized and accessible – like personal health records stored in a cloud-like system from a company like Microsoft or Google with data populated by the patient, as well as the institutions that care for them. As patients become far more involved in the management of their own care, the demand for access to information and the ability to chart their own history and care grows as well.

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The surgery is performed in an outpatient setting under local or general anesthesia.

The duration of the procedure is one to two hours, depending on whether all four lids are done. After surgery, mild discomfort is likely for a few days and bruising and swelling may persist for a couple of weeks. Dryness or excessive tearing, itching and sensitivity to light are common, but disappear within a few weeks. Most people can return to work within a few days, but must refrain from strenuous activity for two weeks. The surgical result usually lasts several years and may be permanent.

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Recent studies show that for many people with P.A.D., a structured walking program can make a real difference in the severity of these symptoms and is one of the best treatments for reducing leg pain or cramps (claudication) when walking. In fact, studies show that over time, a structured walking program is often more effective than medicine or surgery in helping people with P.A.D. walk longer and further without having to stop due to pain.

So, how do you get started with a walking program? First you should talk to your personal health care provider. He or she can either help design a program that is right for you or set you up with another individual who can. Next, check out the information found at www.padcoalition. org. The P.A.D. Coalition has specific step by step guidelines that make it easy for you to get started on your own. Finally, check out our own Fit City Tyler at www. fitcitytyler.com where you will find not only great articles on fitness and healthy lifestyles, but listings of weekly and monthly opportunities to get out and get moving with others in our community.

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FOREVER YOUNG Why is it youth and beauty seem to coexist? Long eyelashes, full brows, lusciously plump lips, glowing and evenly-toned skin; even the best genetic features can fade as the aging process takes over. Thankfully, the beauty industry is continually paving the way for women (and men) to reclaim their youthful features. Tyler Permanent Cosmetics is part of this movement. They are passionate about restoring clients beauty and self-confidence at any age.

Owner, Debbie Allen, along with her talented team, Terri Landeros, Amy York, and Lynn Bearden, have an evident passion for helping the many women and men that come to the spa. Their goal: to turn back the clock and help individuals feel attractive both inside and out. And after one year of business, they are still amazed by all the lives they've already touched. Cancer survivors, Parkinson's patients, even to young adults with acne scarring have left Tyler Permanent Cosmetics with newfound confidence and an improved appearance. Their Tyler location includes a licensed esthetician, two licensed massage therapists and three certified permanent cosmetic technicians. Just some of the many services offered at the spa include: facials, electrolysis, microdermabrasion, spider vein removal, collagen induction therapy, and massage therapy.

However, perhaps the most unique services offered are featured in the spa's title: permanent cosmetics. The certified permanent cosmetics technicians at the spa are experts at the basics: permanent eyebrows, eyeliner, lip color and eyeshadow. But the list doesn't stop there, permanent cosmetics includes a number of corrective and reimposing techniques to restore one's features to as close to their natural state as possible. Older permanent cosmetics can be fixed or tweaked, scar camouflaging utilizes permanent concealer to hide discolorations and scars, and areola re-pigmentation can help breast cancer survivors to feel complete again. The transformation is truly amazing.

Debbie Allen, has seven years experience in the permanent cosmetics industry. She also instructs a permanent cosmetics technician certification course to help educate others in the field. In addition to a basics course they also offer an advanced course for the more difficult cosmetic techniques.

And while the certification course is totally separate from the spa business and clientele, it definitely helps Debbie and the other technicians to be able to hone their craft and educate others.

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our clients are women in their 60s – we have several women clients in their 80s. The oldest client I've ever had was 94-years old and she got permanent eyeliner, and two weeks later came back and got the permanent eyebrows.

Even at 94, everybody wants to look good.”

“We've done a lot of makeup for people who are legally blind but still want to look good, and people with Parkinson's because their hands are shaky. So, there are a lot of medical conditions that permanent cosmetics will compliment,” Allen added.

Allen also clarified a common misconception: tattoos and permanent cosmetics are completely different. “Tattoo artists use a coil machine for body art and we have a rotary machine that's about the size of an ink pen that is made for the face – and it's very quiet,” Allen said. “We're working with the face. The tissue is more delicate and thin so our equipment has to cater to that.”

It should also be clarified that today's state-of-the-art permanent cosmetic tools and pigments are very different than the tools and pigments in the '80s and even the '90s. The latest pigments are iron oxide free with no trace metals to minimize possible allergies. These pigments don't change colors (like the older pigments) and have minimal fading. Older, faded pigments can also be corrected or restored with newer pigments. All permanent cosmetic procedures include minimal to no downtime.

Another technique that has been featured on the “Rachel Ray Show” and “The Doctors” show is collagen induction therapy, often called dermaroll. The process involves using a roller covered with 125 of microscopic needles to stimulate the upper layers of the skin to activate elastin and collagen production. This treatment includes no down-time, swelling, bruising, or bleeding. Collagen induction therapy works to treat wrinkles, acne scars, cellulite and it often works miracles on stretch marks. Allen proudly said, “We have a couple plastic surgeons in town that send us their patients because they can do the tummy tucks and breast lifts, but you still have the stretch marks – and we can do wonders with those.”

At Tyler Permanent Cosmetics, their long list of services, facials and corrective therapy can help restore your skin and unique features to a more youthful look. The trained and talented professionals help deliver lasting results for whatever your image needs.

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ROBOTIC ARM GUIDED KNEE SURGERY Good Shepherd Medical Center is the first hospital in region to offer MAKOplasty®, a new, minimally invasive partial knee replacement procedure used to treat early to mid-stage osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.

MAKOplasty®, powered by the RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic system, offers a more precise and consistent result for partial knee replacement.

MAKOplasty® patients may experience a shorter hospital stay, quicker recovery and a smaller incision as compared to total knee replacement. In addition, many return to an active lifestyle within weeks of the procedure. MAKOplasty® can be performed on either the inner, top, or outer compartment of the knee. It can also be performed as a bicompartmental procedure on both the inner and top portions of the knee.

“MAKOplasty allows us to treat patients with knee osteoarthritis at earlier stages and with exacting precision. Because it is less invasive and more of the patient’s natural knee remains, the goal is for patients to have more natural knee motion post-operatively,” said Stephen Littlejohn, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Longview Orthopaedic Association.

The opportunity for early intervention is important as osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and a leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

“Precision is key in planning and performing partial knee surgeries,” said Jordan Stanley, MD, Longview Orthopaedic Association orthopedic surgeon. “For a good outcome you need to align and position the implants just right. Precision in surgery, and in the preoperative planning process, is what RIO can deliver.”

Orthopedic surgeon Michael Langford, MD, is pleased to have another state-of-the-art treatment option available for his patients. “With the precision we have using the robotic system we can now perform very specific procedures with the quality of outcome we expect, outcomes that we could not achieve before this technology was available to us. I am pleased to now offer this procedure for my patients.”

For more information about the MAKOplasty robot-assisted partial knee replacement procedure, call Good Shepherd’s Healthy Hotline at (903) 315-GSHS (4747) to see if you are a candidate for this new surgical procedure.

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A British study just published seems to prove this. Scientists at Newcastle University have proven that a large percentage of people with Type 2 diabetes can be cured through severe caloric restriction for a significant length of time. This study shows of the 10 volunteers who finished the program, seven saw complete normalization of their blood sugars without medication, most within one week. The normalization of blood sugars in those seven individuals persisted even after they returned to normal caloric intake at three months after they came off the diet.

Instructions were given for them to continue with healthy food intake and appropriate portion control. The highly restrictive diet involved intake limited to 600 calories and was continued for 8 weeks.

The Quantum Healing Institute and the Quantum Healing Hour, which is nationally broadcasted on Sirius/XM 131 satellite radio Monday through Friday starting at 4p.m.

CST, has been sponsoring a similar weight loss program called “Weight Loss Package with HCG.” It involves: 1) a 500-600 calorie diet 2) Homeopathic or allopathic Beta HCG (the pregnancy hormone, helpful in getting the body to access pathological fat stores, minimize cravings and help reset the brain fat control center) 3) Supplementation to support improved metabolism 4) Strong encouragement to work under medical supervision while undergoing rapid weight loss.

Patients and listeners from across the U.S. have been seeing similar results with reversal or marked improvement of sugar problems, blood pressure issues, cholesterol problems and myriad other associated health problems almost routinely. Helpful to their success has been my book: “Heal Thyself, Transform your life, transform your health” which is an instruction manual on self healing, addressing not just the physical roots of illness, but also the deeper roots – including the emotional conflicts programming for disease that must be addressed if longterm success is to be achieved. For more information, contact the Quantum Healing Institute. Also ask about non-surgical body sculpting for further dramatic enhancement of results as far as losing inches and assisting with weight loss.

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In treating patients over the years, I’ve learned that many people have never heard of Dupuytren’s Disease.

A debilitating hand condition, it’s been called a Viking or Celtic disease because it’s been traced even further back than the Viking Age in Europe and is found in people of Caucasian descent. It’s not surprising with the European background of many East Texans that Dupuytren’s disease affects many in our area.

It is an abnormal thickening of tissue, called fascia, just beneath the skin. This thickening occurs in the palm and can extend into the fingers.

If you have the condition, firm cords and lumps may develop that can cause the fingers to bend into the palm. This is called Dupuytren’s contracture. Although the skin may become involved, deeper structures— such as tendons—are not directly involved.

Occasionally, the disease will cause thickening on top of the finger knuckles (knuckle pads), or nodules or cords within the soles of the feet (plantar fibromatosis).

Depending on severity and various patient factors, treatment options may include collagenase injection, needle aponeurotomy or open surgery.

Needle Aponeurotomy (NA) is a minimally invasive treatment for Dupuytren’s. Compared to open surgery, which requires several months of recovery, Needle Aponeurotomy allows a more rapid recovery. In most cases, it is possible to return to near normal activities without bandages within a few days. NA is not appropriate for every patient. The decision should be made with the patient’s hand surgeon.

Needle Aponeurotomy technique is not offered by every hand surgeon, but I was fortunate to train at the UCLA Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship combined program within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Physicians there learned the technique from the doctor who introduced it to America after learning it from its originator, French surgeon Dr. J.L.Lermusiaux.

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TYLER CATTLE BARONS’ AT CAVENDER'S May 12, marked the Cavender’s Kick-Off to Cattle Baron’s.

The festivities began at 5:30 p.m. where guests celebrated the upcoming events with barbeque and refreshments, while browsing the latest in western wear. A portion of the proceeds went toward the Cattle Baron’s Ball and the American Cancer Society.

Liz Ballard, Ken Threlkeld, Ginger Haberle

Allison & Dr. James Saar

Anne & Shane Payne, Stephanie Gibson

Ligia Harmon, Dr. David Flynn

Jacqueline & Clay Cavender, Kori Green

Wendy Farmer, Ashley Baker

Don Graham, McClain Cavender

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The Evolution of LASIK Since the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved LASIK in 1995, this brief laser procedure has gone on to become the safest, most successful and most common vision correction procedure ever developed.

In the past 15 years, the evolution of LASIK has included numerous breakthroughs in various laser technologies and surgical techniques.

One of the early developments came as a result of research with the Hubble Telescope.

The same focusing technology used to detect and focus minor aberrations in deep space were soon modified for use in human vision correction. This adaptation led to technology known as Custom Wavefront Diagnostics.

This hi-tech measuring device soon allowed eye specialists to diagnose tiny imperfections 21 times more precisely than the instrument known as the phoroptor. The result from this diagnostic measurement provided a corneal topographic map of the eye’s surface that was as unique to each person as their fingerprint.

Scientists and researchers then developed the ability to take this “Fingerprint Of The Eye” and program second and third generation Excimer lasers to customize laser treatments for each patient. This became known as CustomVue LASIK, which is the standard for vision correction today. To make LASIK safer, Femtosecond Laser technology was developed to perform the first portion of the two-step LASIK procedure. This IntraLASE technology combined with CustomVue LASIK became known as iLASIK, which is the only method of LASIK approved today for astronauts and our military.

Lehmann Eye Center became the first center in East Texas to eliminate the bladed LASIK procedure and offer patients the added safety and precision of the Femtosecond laser and iLASIK technology.

Lehmann Eye Center is proud to celebrate LASIK’s 15th anniversary this year.

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If your varicose or spider veins are causing pain or embarrassment, we can help. Varicose veins affect more than 20 million people in the U.S. and can be both unsightly and painful.

Varicose veins form when the vein becomes weak, causing the vein’s walls to stretch.

Eventually, the valves controlling blood flow in the vein do not fully close, and blood leaks back down the vein. Symptoms such as pain, aching, heaviness, fatigue, edema and cramps can occur.

Symptoms usually tend to occur at the end of the day and tend to improve with elevation of the leg. While there is no cure for varicose veins, treatment can improve symptoms, appearance and quality of life. Treatment options include both surgical and non-surgical approaches.

Nonsurgical ablation using thermal energy is an outpatient procedure requiring minimal sedation, a rapid return to function and excellent clinical results for many patients.

Medical compression therapy is a conservative treatment option that is relatively painless, inexpensive and requires a minimal amount of time, while also giving good results.

Spider veins are the most common venous disorder and generally are a cosmetic condition.

Sclerotherapy treatment is an effective way to improve appearance. The physician injects an FDA-approved solution into a problem vein.

Compression hose are worn for a few days and the spider veins eventually collapse and are absorbed into the body. Veins disappear over a 4 to 6 week period. The outpatient procedure is relatively painless and takes less than 45 minutes. Patients are able to resume normal activities immediately.

The physicians at Trinity Mother Frances Vascular Institute are the only physicians in east Texas solely dedicated to the treatment of arteries and veins in the legs. Let the experts in vein care help with all your varicose vein needs.

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Heather Stevenson, Ester Johnson, Johnna Hutchins

Greg Molidor, Jim Toman

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Beverly & Ricky Casey

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TABA All Member Cookout

Don Nutt, Carlton Edwards, Gary Bayless

Victoria Jenkins, Crystal Unger

LaKeidra Lincoln, Sam Oliphant

Keith Shelton, Tim O’Grodnik

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Sharon & Dr. James Clark

Barbara Shtofman, Vernon Faulconer, Betsy Hyde

Kyle Harper, Michael Pianta

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Sheri Stillwell, Guy Danielson, Karma Crisp

TMA Members’ Reception

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Betty & Joe McMahan, Randall McMahan

Ellen & John Musselman

Eleanor & Dr. Harold Cameron

June Hillis, Brenda & Hal Cameron

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ETCC WINE AND CHEESE PARTY Guests gathered at the home of Jo Ann & Randy Grooms in Hollytree Thursday, May 12 to recognize this year’s 2011 East Texas Crisis Center honorees, Margaret & James Perkins. The evening began at 7 p.m. with entertainment

by Doc Gibbs. A presentation honoring the Perkins was held later in the evening by Board President, Erik Fleming.

Sunni Brookshire, Catherine & Craig Harrison, Vicki Smith, Nahille Natour

Karen & Bob Hampton

Robin Geese, Jo Ann Grooms

Martha Critchfield, Dr. Sherilyn & Patrick Willis, Walter Wilhelmi

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Margaret & James Perkins, Barbara Shtofman, Patrick Willis

Karen Goforth, Lana Peacock, Sharon Clark

Mayor Barbara Bass, Amy McCullough

Barbara Shtofman, Patrick Willis, Jo Ann & Randy Grooms

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Searching for a hairstylist is a personal and creative choice. So, when choosing it’s important to remember these three of these key elements: design, color and style.

First is design. You must have a stylist that is well-trained and can help choose a look that flatters your face shape, matches your lifestyle and fits your sense of style. You must rely on a salon’s educational training to see who is most qualified. At The Blowout, we are on the cutting edge of the most current education on the market. There are 300 Certified Redken Artists worldwide, and we have one on staff. Overall, it’s about being comfortable with your experience, which is why The Blowout is one of the most modern and relaxed spaces in East Texas.

Next is color. It’s important to have a staff who’s knowledgeable about the color line they use. Many hairdressers go back and forth between brands, and don’t study how what they use actually affects hair.

Each brand has a different technology and makeup, and therefore produces different results. Color is more than “blonde” or “brunette,” it’s a vision. That’s why at The Blowout our consultations are thorough.

Then, with our Redken products – the number one color brand in the world – we can do anything from touching up gray to adding in pink stripes.

Finally, there is style. There are as many styles as there are people on earth, so we’ll use the example of the Brazilian Blowout.

There are many misconceptions about this technique, but the Brazilian Blowout is 100-percent formaldehyde-free, the safest smoothing system on the market and is actually the only one proven to improve the health of hair. It produces a lustrous and straight style that is simply amazing. At The Blowout we have multiple stylists certified to perform the procedure.

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Anne Brooks, Lori Morgan

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Jim Holley, Debbie & Keith Campbell

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At 202 S. Broadway, Tyler Those in attendance will play four “High Stakes” bingo games for great prizes. There will also be a silent auction, spirits, hors d’oevres, games, and much more.

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A BRIGHTER TOMORROW FOR EVERYONE A wise man once said that attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference in someone's life. Whether a person puts a positive spin on a bad situation or succumbs to despair determines how well he or she will cope with crises when they inevitably arise. Last year, at just age twentyeight, Erin Oian was diagnosed with breast cancer at the Ross Breast Center in Tyler. Despite the considerable disruption this event has caused in her life, she has strived to maintain a cheerful disposition and continues to impact those around her in a positive way. “It's just one of those things,” remarked Oian, “where you wake up in the morning and say, 'make it a good day or not, the choice is yours.'”

Last year, at just age twenty-eight, Erin Oian was diagnosed with breast cancer at the Ross Breast Center in Tyler.

From mentoring the Kilgore College Rangerettes to the upcoming release of her new line of mammogram tops that she designed herself, Oian has not let cancer slow her momentum down one bit. To her, “Attitude really is everything. The people without good attitudes going into something like this are the ones that tend to suffer a little bit more than the one's that go into it saying, 'this is not going to be a fun experience, but I'm going to learn and I'm going to grow.' I think I healed faster, I think I had more energy throughout it all, because a person's attitude plays a significant role in everything they do.” It was exactly this mentality that compelled Oian to create Maam O's Tops, fashionable mammogram tops for women undergoing breast cancer to add a little style to the usual drab hospital garb.

In addition to her own projects, Oian is also participating in a clinical study involving a new breast cancer vaccine. She explained the process in general: “They do two shots in my leg, I think it has to be three centimeters apart from each other, it's very meticulous. I still get my Herceptin infusions every three weeks, which is a preventative for the type of breast cancer that I had, so they're trying to prove that with this vaccine at the same time getting my Herceptin it'll build my immune system up so much that I'll never get breast cancer again.”

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With the research provided from the results of her treatments, Oian is helping to lay the foundation for further development into a breast cancer cure, giving hope to millions of women who may be suseptible to the disease.

A native Houston area hometown girl from the city of LaPorte, Oian lives in Kilgore where she is a mentor and acts as the President elect for Rangerettes Forever, an alumni organization for current and former members of the Kilgore College Rangerettes. This year, the annual Rangerette Revels was dedicated in her honor. Oian says that she is lucky to be where she is with the Rangerettes because it has been the biggest support system that she could ever ask for. “I had 71 girls that would smile at me every day when I didn't want to smile, and that motivated me because if I was a wimp about my situation, then they'd get nothing out of it, either. But just seeing someone strong and someone that puts forth the effort, I think, helped them as well. They help me; I help them. Win-win.”

With the research provided from the results of her treatments, Oian is helping to lay the foundation for further development into a breast cancer cure, giving hope to millions of women who may be suseptible to the disease.

While she has enjoyed living in Kilgore, Oian believes that her time in the “City of Stars” will draw to a close following the end of her cancer experience. “I want to move on. I want to get back into the real world and do something fabulous with my life, not that mentoring Rangerettes isn't, but I'm ready after the year that I've had to just live a little.” For those who have suffered through the many hardships caused by cancer, Erin Oian is a truly inspiring individual. Not only has she motivated herself to become more than just another sick person, but also inspired others to do so, not to mention reflect upon the brighter side of simply being alive. “Ultimately, I would love to do something for Susan G. Komen with them doing a fashion show or something cute and crafty,” says Oian. “But, I have big plans and I'm ready to get them started.”

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THE SURVIVAL GUIDE TO HELP YOU THROUGH YOUR FIRST YEAR AS MAN AND WIFE The first year of anything can be a tricky endeavor. Many teachers testify to earning their first gray hair in their rookie year. The first year of college often reveals if a student is going to study full-time, or be a full-time ambassador of collegiate festivities.

The first year for newlyweds is no different. The first year of marriage is a monumental conversion and living with someone can be difficult when you love them. Once the curtain falls and the soft lighting and romantic violin music cease, a more realistic view of your partner becomes clear – which isn’t so glamorous.

Everyone looks irresistible with soft lighting and romantic music playing. But in the light of day, with no violins, the quirks that used to be cute are now grating on your last nerve. And you vowed to spend eternity... picking up their socks?

It can be a challenge to learn to deal with their quirks and shortcomings in the first year. However, there are ways to tackle the stresses and challenges of life in a way that strengthens your relationship. A couple can live happily ever after, but you have to work as a team and work on how situations are handled as a couple. Kristy Johnson is the Rusk and Panola County Coordinator for The Wellness Pointe’s “VOW” Healthy Marriage Education Initiative. Johnson mediates and educates couples and newlyweds for marital success. So, newlyweds: here are Johnson’s seven rules to overcome roadblocks of the first year – and to keep the violins playing.

RULE #1: Before you say “I do”make sure that they do.

Johnson is an Erma Bombeck fan, and explains the first rule with a quote from Erma. “People shop for a bathing suit with more care than they do a husband or wife. Look for something you’ll feel comfortable wearing and allow for room to grow.”

Johnson says marriage should be a lifelong commitment, not something you try on and get rid of in a couple years. “Make sure that you are compatible to begin with and that it isn’t only chemistry that you’re drawn toward, because a lot of people – that’s all they look for.” Johnson says that couples are often prematurely headed to the alter, and overlook discussing important topics. “I purposefully try to bring out all those questions that they haven’t thought about asking before – just to make sure it is something, that it truly is something, that will be durable and last,” she recommends.

RULE #2: Your puppy’s bad habits are not so cute when they are an old dog.

Better explained, you encouraged a certain behavior and now you are upset at them because they still do it. Bottom line: it’s your fault – you didn’t say anything!

If you thought, “My sweetie never does anything like that,” please examine exhibit A: Tuna Casserole. You can’t stand your wife’s tuna casserole but you say you love it. Be prepared to eat if for the next 50 years because your wife will think it’s your favorite. “She is going to make what she thinks you love,” Johnson spelled out. In such instances, it is important to be honest, and confront conflict in a positive way.

Johnson recommends first, saying what you do appreciate: “Babe, I can’t tell you how much I love coming home to a hot meal!” Then, address the problem clearly with some finesse: “However, I’ve never really been a big fan of tuna.”

This is a crucial step because what you said and what they heard may be totally different. A sensitive personality type may hear: “I hate your cooking. You are a bad cook.” Johnson says to make sure they are listening and comprehend that it’s not them – it’s just the tuna casserole.

She stresses the importance of having solutions – not just gripes. He can tell her things he does like so together they can come up with a different recipe to replace the tuna casserole.

RULE #3: Don't get married acting like you can simply change everything you don't like about your spouse in the first year.

Erma Bombeck said, “God created man, but I could do better.” Johnson says this is typical and that many women think they can change everything they don’t like about their partner. They often say, “I’m sure I can change this,” or “I’ll break him of that.” The only person you can ever truly change is yourself. “Concentrating on your own attitude and habits is much more constructive in the long run,” she instructs.

Nagging never has, and never will solve the problem. The goal should be to come up with a positive solution that both couples can live with. So, if a behavior of yours drives your spouse crazy – change it.

RULE #4: Let go of the small stuff.

Johnson loves Erma’s quote that offers insight to rule number four: “No one ever died from sleeping in an unmade bed.” She says that it is important to be empathetic and see each situation through each other’s eyes. “It’s much easier if you give your spouse a break when you realize

that your list of annoying habits must be as long as theirs.” At VOW they have a saying they teach couples, ‘My response is my responsibility.” If both partners make a habit of being courteous and respectful when they interact, it’s a ‘win-win’ situation.

RULE #5: Communication, communication, communication!

Without good communication skills, a marriage can fall apart over something as simple as a half of a leftover hamburger and french fries.

Johnson recalled a couple who were on the brink of a divorce over leftovers – literally. She explained that the newlyweds didn’t have a lot of money, so they didn’t go out to eat very often. When they did, the wife ordered heavy meals that were a few dollars more. She always had leftovers and took them home. This infuriated her husband, who in turn would eat her leftovers the next day so they didn’t waste money and food. He was angry that he worked hard all week to pay for the meal and she always ordered something expensive she couldn’t finish.

To her surprise, she would come home and find that he ate her leftovers she was saving for later in the week. Johnson said the couple was on the brink of divorce over leftovers. After talking with the couple, she discovered the wife’s reasoning: “I don’t get to be pampered like this very often so I am going to really enjoy this meal and I’ll have enough for another meal later in the week.” She would be livid that he ate what she was saving. “So he was frustrated at her, and she was mad at him because what she savored and brought home, it was already gone – he’d eaten it,” Johnson said. In reality, if the couple had just talked to each other and explained what they were doing it could have been easily resolved.

“If I had my life to live over again, I would have talked less and listened more.” – Erma Bombeck

RULE #6: Always, always, constantly work on bettering your marriage.

Johnson says happily married couples should treat their relationship like a plant. The plant needs watering, nourishing and it also needs to be a priority. This can become difficult especially when a couple has children.

The relationship between the husband and wife is often not a priority.

“We have to remember that our relationships need nourishing,” she implored. “We have to go on dates … when you’re in the 15th year of marriage, [romance] tends to go away and it’s vital that you don’t let that go.” Johnson says if you want the romance to last, having date nights and doing things you did together when you were dating will help keep the spark from fizzling.

RULE #7: Be able to dream with one another.

Johnson says Erma’s quote “It takes a lot of courage to show your dreams to someone else,” is important to apply to a marriage. It’s vital that married couples dream with each other. Even when times are tight, Johnson says it’s crucial to have a dream and plan to make it happen together. “Dream big! Go to the Parade Of Homes. Go through homes that are being built.” She suggests making a date night and picking out paint together at Home Depot. An exercise that Johnson does with couples is get them to describe their dream home. If their dreams are the same, great! If they aren’t, Johnson teaches them to blend both visions together so that both people can be happy. A complete list of services and workshops are available at wevownow.com.

Johnson's final words of wisdom: “Just remember that this person is who you have chosen to walk through life with. So, please don’t be nicer to the stranger on the street than you are to the person that you share your life with.”

by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com

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Friends, family and a multitude of clients gathered at the new XTC by Tony Cruz on Friday, June 24, for a preview of the new workout hub in Tyler. Guests were treated to food, drinks, live music and a tour of the expansive new fitness facility by the trainers and employees of XTC.

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Cooking With The Kids Life doesn’t get much better than a Saturday morning with no agenda. You can sleep in, watch cartoons and make breakfast for the whole family. But how about trying to make breakfast with the whole family? I love to get my sons in the kitchen with me to teach them about the tools and the tricks. You, of course, need to make sure tasks are age-appropriate, but you know your kids better than I do. The first rule of thumb: be patient! These young hands aren’t as skilled as yours yet, but give it time and they just might surprise you.

Regardless of age, if you’re starting to cook with your kids I always recommend to start with breakfast. They relate to breakfast items really well because they’ve grown up with them – eggs, bacon, pancakes – and the preparation is really simple. Cracking eggs into a bowl to whisk is a great task for little ones, and make it a game to “keep the shell out!” Mixing up pancake batter is super easy and such a nice way to introduce your kids to the kitchen.

Of course be wary of sharp knives, but that’s why I say start with breakfast. So much of it is knifeless! Especially if your children haven’t been around sharp knives much or don’t quite have a grasp on their danger, this is very important. The last thing you want on your relaxing Saturday morning is a family trip to the ER! I still worry about my sons with knives, and they have been at this for a few years now. There’s no need to rush it and you certainly don’t want to scare them out of the kitchen. All it takes is one cut and they could lose their interest in being your little helper in a flash.

Let the older kids man the pancake station, heating butter in the pan, pouring the batter and doing the flipping. So what if a pancake or two crumbles? It’s a great learning experience and trust me, even crumbled pancakes still taste good with some good ol’ maple syrup!

Moving on to lunch time, I really enjoy seeing their creativity shine with a simple sandwich. It’s like watching an artist at work.

Buy an assortment of fixin's and watch them create their masterpiece. Just give a friendly reminder that they do have to eat whatever it is they concoct, and hopefully they won’t do anything too crazy. Once their sandwich is ready to consume, get out a knife to let them practice a simple cut through the middle. Sandwiches are softer and more forgiving than most veggies, so it makes a great practice run under parent supervision. If you feel some confidence, let the kids peel carrots to cut into sticks to go along with their sandwiches. There’s no such thing as an imperfect carrot stick and it’s really about getting your child comfortable with using a knife.

Dinner time becomes a little more interesting – more like the “advanced course.” You can of course do the easy, classic hamburgers and hot dogs: season and pat the burger patties into rounds, toasting the bun, dressing with condiments. And then there is a dish such as roast chicken that is again not really about knife work, but there is technique to the seasoning and cooking. With older kids, show them what a well-seasoned, welloiled roast chicken looks like. Let them put it into the hot oven and check the temperature to ensure it is cooked through. It’s important that kids know what meat needs to be thoroughly cooked and which meat Dad may prefer rare.

Much like the sandwich from lunch time, baked potatoes are fun for dinner. Making the perfect potato takes a little know how and the perfect ingredients. Butter, cheese, bacon, chives, sour cream – let them prep their own and I guarantee they will be more excited to eat their creation over something you slopped on their plate.

And since we’re talking about kids in the kitchen, we can’t forget about dessert! Baking is about measurements and precision, so let the kiddo help with the measuring spoons and cups, whisk the mixture and learn how to pour – whether it’s cake batter into a pan, cupcakes or cookies that should be spooned out. If age appropriate, let your child learn how to put the pan into a hot oven, set the timer and check to make sure the dessert is done (with the age-old toothpick trick, of course!). Once the treat has cooled, then the fun really begins: icing and decorations!

Getting our kids in the kitchen is so important for lots of reasons. It provides time to bond, it engages them in activity, it gets their mind thinking and it gives them a little taste at how much work you put into each and every meal for them. Start simple, stay age appropriate and never leave them unattended – a lot can go wrong with our buddies in the kitchen in the blink of an eye. If you notice that your child really takes to being in the kitchen, encourage them to help more often. I’ll say this again and again until my dying breath: practice, practice, practice. Whether it’s soccer, basketball, painting, piano or cooking – if you want the skill set to improve, practice, practice, practice!

Long known as the “Father of Southwestern Cuisine,” Chef Fearing has won accolades from such publications at Zagat, Wine Spectator, Esquire and countless more for his restaurant, Fearings at the Ritz-Carlton, Dallas.

OLIVETO ITALIAN BISTRO Meet. Eat. Unwind.

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LEGENDS BAR & GRILL Sink your teeth into one of our handmade, 1/2 pound burgers and find out why Legends Bar & Grill is the place to be! Our food and customers are what make Legends the perfect spot to sit back and relax. Great food and drink specials all week featuring our fantastic new menu with new items listed daily. Shoot a game of pool or watch your favorite teams on one of our many flat screen televisions while you eat and enjoy a drink with friends or family!

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JAKES TYLER Locally owned, Jakes Tyler offers the ultimate in East Texas dining. We proudly serve only certified angus beef and the freshest seafood available. All of our dishes are prepared in our own kitchen using the finest ingredients. In addition to our regular menu, each week chef Taylor Richey prepares a specials menu sure to satisfy the most discriminating palette. Jakes also boats an impressive collection of fine wines as well as your favorite martini, cocktail or beer.

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BREAKERS: A SEAFOOD JOINT At Breakers, we strive to bring the delightful California atmosphere to life as Tyler’s Finest Seafood House. Leave the white tablecloth at home and be ready for something unique when you come through the doors – Breaker’s is much more than your typical seafood house.

Whether you are grabbing some fish tacos for lunch or one of our hand-selected Live Maine Lobster, you will not be disappointed.

Breakers brings you top-quality seafood with a fun, west coast twist.

If fish isn’t on your mind, come try our “Big Breaker Burger” or simply relax with a cocktail at our full-service bar.

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HOLLYTREE COUNTRY CLUB Come and enjoy a wonderful experience at Hollytree Country Club and let our professional staff make you feel right at home. Indulge yourself with any of our great items from our versatile menu created by Executive Chef Gustavo Lara while overlooking our beautiful golf course. If outdoor dining is what you crave, hang out with friends by the fire while enjoying your favorite cocktails and appetizers at our newly renovated tennis patio. Whether it is a business luncheon, spending time with family or hanging out with friends, Hollytree Country Club is a great place to be! A Private Club with memberships available.

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CHEZ BAZAN This second generation, family-owned and operated bakery is much more than a great place to share a simply delicious pastry and gourmet coffee. Chez Bazan offers a unique lunch menu, stellar catering services and truly innovative cake and pastry design to accompany their unparalleled bakery and café. Let Chez Bazan satisfy your sweet tooth with signature pies, cookies, and homemade breads.

Don’t forget to “like” us on facebook to check out our featured cupcake and cookie of each month. Let Chez Bazan satisfy your sweet tooth!

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BRUNO’S PIZZA & PASTA Family Owned and Operated since 1976 Bruno’s Pizza And Pasta has been providing East Texans with delicious homemade Italian food, pizza, pasta and more for decades. We have catering and takeout available, and our banquet room seats around 55. We also offer appetizers, salads, specialty pizzas and sandwiches.

Whether it’s a quiet evening with the family or sharing a slice after the game, Bruno’s has you covered! Be sure to call us and ask for our daily lunch special!

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FEARING'S ‘Elevated American Cuisine – Bold Flavors, No Borders’ Created by its legendary namesake, Chef Dean Fearing, Fearing’s boasts numerous accolades including “Restaurant of the Year” and “Table of the Year” by Esquire Magazine in 2007 and No. 1 in Hotel Dining in the U.S. by Zagat in 2009. Fearing’s offers a truly unique and divine dining experience with its acclaimed farm-to-market seasonal menu of signature dishes. Located in The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, Fearing’s offers seven different dining experiences under one roof. Diners from across the country (and Texas) travel to Dallas to meet the “Father of Southwestern Cuisine,” and dine in for the full-Fearing’s experience.

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FORGET THE BURGERS AND HOTDOGS, OUR FRIENDS AT FRESH Who doesn’t love the sizzle of a steak or the pop-and-crackle of a great bratwurst over an open flame? Seriously, who doesn’t love that?

I’d be prepared to call them un-American … or at least un-East Texan.

Summer is here and if they aren’t already, grills across the area will be pulled out of the garage, scraped clean and loaded up with meat, vegetables, protein ... and hot dogs, which probably has a bit of all that other stuff mixed in. Poolside barbecues, gameday cookouts, family reunions – the reasons for firing up your grill are endless. Plus, the time of year is perfect, and the weather will never be better, so really, what more motivation could you need? But, just in case a little prodding is in order, BSCENE is here to offer some tips and tricks from a few masters of the grill to ensure that the next time you decide to cook outside over an open fire you’ll be prepared. We’ll get you on track with the right materials, ingredients and tactics to pull off a feast fit for a king – or your fellow Rangers fans before the first pitch.

BSCENE is here to offer some tips and tricks from a few masters of the grill to ensure that the next time you decide to cook outside over an open fire you’ll be prepared.

But, there’s a twist. Everyone has cooked hot dogs and hamburgers since they were little kids. Sure, these are the classics, but sometimes if we’re honest we want something a little off the beaten path. Now, here’s where BSCENE comes in. We wouldn’t think of trying to get you to switch from Oscar Mayer to Ballpark … but what about calamari?

When we all think of grilling, we think of barbecue. But, there are some other, less-explored avenues that might not be top of mind but that offer their own style of firebrand cooking. Like seafood... or a salad?

Casey Shanower, Executive Chef at FRESH by Brookshire's loves to fire up the grill in the summer. “If I’m cooking at home during the summer, it’s probably going to be on the grill. I hate turning on the stove, and there are way fewer pots and pans to clean up when you

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grill,” he said. “I can get tired of the same old burgers and hot dogs, and walking through the store the other day I was thinking of a few examples of unusual things I like to cook.”

When we all think of grilling, we think of barbecue. But, there are some other, lessexplored avenues that might not be top of mind but that offer their own style of firebrand cooking. Like seafood... or a salad?

How about a grilled Caesar salad? Shanower said it was easy – just cut a head of Romaine lettuce into halves or quarters, brush it with olive oil and put it on a very clean grill (for 15-30 seconds each side, just to get some color and char). Then, serve the whole wedge on a plate with whatever dressing you’ve got drizzled over it. And, instead of croutons, throw a few slices of good bread on the grill and substitute that for croutons. “The charred, smoky flavor will continue through the salad and offer something a little different than the norm,” Shanower said.

Now that the appetizers are done, Shanower loves to put together grilled potato salad. “Around the Fourth of July or other summer gettogethers, I’ll get Idaho potatoes, slice them a half-inch thick, brush the slices with olive oil and then grill those until they are cooked all the way through … probably at a little lower level, maybe a medium.

Then, they’ll get a great color and a nice smoky flavor. Then, you can incorporate those into your favorite potato salad dressing combination.

I love doing them with shredded cheddar, bacon and the mix of mayonnaise and mustard.”

With such a wide diversity of unique ingredients made available at FRESH, the question then becomes ‘what’ and not ‘how’ to cook for the perfect grilling experience.

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HAVE FUN, UNIQUE, GOURMET FOODS TO THROW ON THE GRILL For dessert, Shanower said it is fairly simple to let the ingredients be the star. “When I have people over, I love to take a slice of angel food or pound cake – FRESH has some great recipes in our bakery – and then lay them out on a clean grill. It’s a great, non-traditional way to warm the cake and get a different flavor onto it. Then, just toss that into a bowl with some fruit – and you can grill the fruit, as well. Texas peaches will be out very soon and those have an amazing flavor off the grill. Drizzle a little Grand Marnier across the top and you’ve got a wonderful dessert.”

Plus, if you’re looking to go one step beyond, look no further than our friends the bi-valves.

Those would be oysters and mussels, etc.

As far as the main event is concerned, the hamburger/hotdog combo has become a bit too expected and, let’s face it, stale over the years. With such a wide diversity of unique ingredients made available at FRESH, the question then becomes ‘what’ and not ‘how’ to cook for the perfect grilling experience. Along with switching up the dinner menu, options like grilled salmon or shrimp shish kebab can offer more healthy alternatives to traditional barbeque cuisine.

For those seeking more exotic tastes than the typical summer spread, perhaps you should try your hand at the Asian culinary art of hibachi, which utilizes a flattop grill in order to kick in a little extra “East” to that “East Texas Barbecue.”

For those seeking more exotic tastes than the typical summer spread, perhaps you should try your hand at the Asian culinary art of hibachi, which utilizes a flattop grill in order to kick in a little extra “East” to that “East Texas Barbecue.” Originally a small, round, boxtype charcoal grill, hibachi has grown in the U.S. to become a familystyle dining experience where everyone crowds around a talented chef BS CENEMAG.CO M

who entertains while cooking for the crowd. Now, at home, you don’t need a 12-square-foot grilling surface, a giant vent-a-hood or even the ability to make that little steam volcano with the sliced onion. But, with a flattop grill, you can take a cue and grill up some things that might not make it onto the plate otherwise. Long known for their seafood par excellence, grab a few traditional Japanese elements for your feast from the sea. Scallops, shrimp and all your favorite fish can be seared, combined with vegetables or doused with a multitude of sauces. On the flattop, you can get a more evenly cooked piece of meat, a quick sear to hold in flavor and moisture, and you won’t even lose sauce used during the grilling process.

This summer, when deciding upon what to throw onto your grill during the weekends, vacation time, birthdays or a spouse’s anniversary, why not take the opportunity to try a less popularized dish.

Plus, if you’re looking to go one step beyond, look no further than our friends the bi-valves. Those would be oysters and mussels, etc. Grilling these little guys makes for a wonderful and intense smoky flavor when done on a traditional grill, above charcoal. Simply let them cook for just a few minutes until they begin to hiss and open.

Then, pry them open with an oyster knife, dress with your topping or sauce of choice, then place back on the grill after discarding the flat half of the shell. On a flattop grill, they can be tossed with noodles, vegetables and a great sauce (BSCENE loves a ginger-soy mix) for a sort of grilled pasta that is out of this world!

This summer, when deciding upon what to throw onto your grill during the weekends, vacation time, birthdays or a spouse’s anniversary, why not take the opportunity to try a less popularized dish, go outside your cooking comfort zone ... because it may be what turns a regular, hum-drum cookout into a full-on, backyard grillapalooza!

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YAMATO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR From the finest hand-rolled sushi to the most delectable and entertaining hibachi, Yamato Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar has something to offer everyone – from the discerning diner to the family looking for a night of fun.

With a full bar, constantly changing specials and some of the freshest seafood in East Texas, Yamato will surprise and delight you with every visit! Whether it’s a business lunch or hosting special events, Yamato has what you need!

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Live DJ every Friday from 9:30pm-close $1 Draft Beer (Sam Adams, Miller Lite, Bud Lite) $2 Sake Bomb 2210 WSW Loop 323 • Tyler 903.534.1888 • www.yamatotexas.com Find us on Facebook!

JUCY’S HAMBURGERS “I like my burger done Jucy’s style”

Everything that goes into our burgers, fries, beans, onion rings, and steaks is prepared fresh every morning. We even grind our own fresh beef daily.

Maybe that’s why Jucy's has been voted “Best Burger In East Texas” for the last 16 years in a row.

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WHAT ABOUT KABOB? Mediterranean, Greek and Middle Eastern influences come together at What About Kabob? to offer an amazing whirlwind of flavor and a totally unique dining experience to East Texans. From pita and hummus made from scratch, to gyros doused with an amazing array of homemade sauces, to hand-rolled falafel and the fabled gyro burger ... What About Kabob? is the perfect casual dining spot for lunch, takeout – and they can even cater your event! With a menu that’s constantly growing and truly exceptional, What About Kabob? is perfect for the adventurous eater, the reluctant first-timer and everyone in between looking for a great meal!

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JERSEY MIKE’S What makes Jersey Mike’s so terrific? The secret’s in the sub!

We start with the highest quality meats and cheeses. Add onions, lettuce, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and spices. Even our bread is baked fresh daily, right in each store. But what really sets us apart is that each and every sandwich is made fresh to order. Meats and cheeses are sliced fresh for each sandwich, and piled high on the in-store baked bread right before the eyes of the customers. Just the way the first subs were made at the original Jersey Mike’s almost fifty years ago!

Let us cater your next event!

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JULIAN’S ASIAN DINER “Step out of Tyler and into Julian’s.”

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5201 S. Broadway Ave., Times Square Tyler, TX • 903.509.8833 Mon thru Wed 11 a.m. – 10 p. m.

Thurs thru Sat 11 a.m. – 12 a.m.

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Mon thru Thurs 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. www.ilovejulians.com

SMASHBURGER Smashburger was born to satisfy the modern burger lover by offering the best cooked-to-order burger you have ever tasted and all the good things that go with it. Where smash means we literally smash 100 percent Angus beef at a high temperature to sear in all the juicy burger goodness, and our seasoning blend and fresh toppings take our burgers over the top. Where sizzle means the service is friendly and fast – a place that values your time. Where savor means a place that is modern and cool where you can sit back and enjoy a better burger that doesn’t break the bank. Smash.Sizzle.Savor 3314 Troup Hwy 3080 N. Eastman Rd., Ste. 115 7484 S. Broadway Tyler, TX 75701 Longview, TX 75605 Tyler, TX 75703 903.526.7982 903.663.2319 903.534.3719

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VILLA MONTEZ At Villa Montez, choose from a menu of the finest, freshest ingredients prepared with care and skill by Executive Chef Carlos Villapudua. Or, work with our expert staff to create a catering feast that will ensure your gathering is a smashing success. Chef Carlos is also assembling the menu for the new restaurant: Montez Brothers, on Lake Tyler. Our dishes are seasoned with herbs grown in the Villa Montez garden for an unmatched freshness. Dine in one of Tyler’s most beautiful settings, both indoors and out, mixing the magic and glamour of Old Tyler with a progressive, flavorfilled, adventurous menu and a spectacular wine list.

3324 Old Henderson Highway • Tyler 903.592.9696 • http://villamontez.com Menu starting at $7.99

RICK’S ON THE SQUARE Est. 1992.

Owner Rick Eltife and Chef Jack Lewis offer a fabulous menu including Sterling Silver Steaks, Market Fresh Seafood, House-Made Desserts and Vintage Wines for culinary variety you’ll find nowhere else. Also Premium Cigars on our open air Patio.

Catering on and off premises. More than 20,000 sq. ft. w/private meeting rooms for up to 200 guests w/LCD projectors and screens available.

Free secure WiFi – Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. – Full Menu until closing Complimentary Valet Service Live Music Wednesday through Saturday Sunday Brunch Coming Soon!

RIX.COM (powered by Group M7) Mon-Fri 11 a.m. – Midnight • Sat 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. • 903.531.2415

SHOGUN I & II Why settle for a normal dinner when you can have an exotic dining experience? Order at the sushi bar and watch our expert chefs create your made-to-order roll. You can also dine in our newly redesigned sushi lounge. Stop at our metropolitan-inspired bar for one of our delicious signature drinks and to watch the game. And for the ultimate dining experience, dine in our hibachi where our expert hibachi chefs cook to entertain. Be sure to visit our outdoor patio at both Shogun locations. Come dine at Shogun. Tyler’s first and best sushi and hibachi restaurant.

Walk-ins Welcome, Reservations Recommended.

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LONGFELLOWS BALL Five young ladies were presented as debutantes at the 28th Annual Longfellows Ball in Longview at Maude Cobb Convention Center on May 28. The Longfellows Association has presented 247 Longview Longfellows Debutantes through the years. This year's debutantes include: Marilyn Marguerite Mann, Jennifer Ann Little, Conlan Cobb Northcutt, Ashley Charolette Simonton and Lauren Marie Simonton.

Jaclyn & Clay Abernathy, Brian Hatchett, Marissa Martin

Betty & Mike Clowers

Anita Pelaia, Renee McGough

Susan Elms, Elizabeth Stroup, Allyson Petta

Diana & Dr. Carroll Sherman

Irby & Dr. Eddie Liu, Brittany Liu, Blaine Tomlinson

Jennifer Little, Marilyn Mann, Conlan Northcutt

Jamie & Chuck Dippold

Virginia Goudarzi, Brent Goudarzi, Bet Connally

Kenneth Carlile, Le Grande Northcutt

Jim Hugman, Elissa Hugman

Leslie Goudarzi, Stacey Beckworth, ChiChi Lin, Robin Adams

Cissy & Craig Abernathy, Laurie & Frank Tibiletti

Lauren Simonton, Ashley Simonton

Marissa & John Martin

SUPERFOODS THAT FEEL LIKE A SPLURGE Everybody knows they should be eating more “superfoods.” After all, if you can feel better and help prevent disease just by what you put on your plate, shouldn’t you give it a try? The good news is, superfoods don’t have to be hard to swallow. Our favorites are so delicious and easy to prepare; you may even feel you’re enjoying a splurge. So eat up – to your health!

Greek yogurt

Why: Rich and creamy as sour cream, Greek yogurt has twice the protein as regular yogurt, but is easier to digest. Choose no-fat if you’re worried about calories.

How: Great with fruit, or as a low-fat alternative to sour cream or fullfat yogurt.

Farro

Why: An ancient European grain recently rediscovered, farro is higher in protein than rice, rich in fiber, lower in gluten than regular wheat and easily digested.

How: Use it instead of rice or barley in soups, stuffings, or pilafs; it can even make a healthy whole-grain substitute for risotto!

Blueberries

Why: Blueberries are packed with Vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, which may help protect the body against heart disease, colon cancer, ovarian cancer, and Alzheimer’s.

How: Fresh and raw is best. Eat by the handful, or atop yogurt or oatmeal, blended into a smoothie, or tossed into a salad.

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Why: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which aid in brain functioning, and packed with antioxidants that help protect the body against many diseases, salmon is also rich and satisfying, and much more palatable to most people than other fish that offer similar benefits. (Sardines and herring just don’t have the wide appeal of plank-roasted salmon, do they?)

How: Grilled, baked, broiled, or raw in sushi or sashimi – the nutritional benefits are the same, as cooking does not diminish salmon’s essential nutrients.

Raw honey

Why: Nature’s sweetener, honey has many great qualities: It soothes sore throats and nighttime coughs; boosts your immune system; digests easily; and contains antioxidants that help prevent cancer. But raw, unprocessed honey can even help alleviate allergies, especially if locally produced.

How: Use instead of syrup atop waffles and pancakes, or as a sugar substitute in tea. Stir into plain yogurt or add a spoonful to fresh fruit; sub for jelly in your peanut butter sandwich.

Dragonfruit

Why: High in fiber, antoxidants and Vitamin C, this exotic fruit is all the rage as a flavor for teas and juices, but it’s at its best, and most healthy, eaten fresh.

How: Just cut in half and enjoy. The pale flesh, with dark seeds, may remind you of a kiwi fruit, but is slightly crisper.

Chiles

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Why: The heat in chiles comes from capsaicin, which studies suggest can increase your metabolic rate, so you burn calories faster. Capsaicin also has been linked to prevention of stomach and colon cancer.

How: Chiles add a ton of flavor – and practically no calories - to anything, from salsa and soup to stir-fries, sauces and pastas.

Even desserts! Any hot variety, including jalapeños, poblanos or habaneros, will convey benefits. Need inspiration? Come to FRESH during our Some Like It Hot event, Aug. 3-16, for tons of recipes, ideas and samples!

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WING STOP • Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips • • Always Cooked to Order • • 9 Special Wing Sauces • Something for Everyone • • No Heat Lamps, Microwaves or Holding Bins • • We Cut Our Fries Fresh Every Day from Real Potatoes • • You’ll Always Be Greeted With a Smile • Hours of Operation: Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. – Midnight Phone ahead or order online at wingstop.com Proudly Serving Tyler and Longview Wingstop. The Wing Experts.

WASABI SUSHI BAR & ASIAN BISTRO Innovative and original recipes fill the eclectic menu at Wasabi, using only premium quality sushi and exotic fish.

A full bar featuring an extensive wine list including Japanese Sake variations will add fireworks to your dining experience.

Taste Culture with live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights on the patio.

Now open for lunch and dinner.

Behind Lowe’s, Next to Karen Horton 5617 Donnybrook Ave. • Tyler, TX • 903.939.0211 www.wasabityler.com, Powered by Group M7 Hours of Operation Sun. – Thurs.: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Fri. – Sat.: 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

TCBY Today, TCBY leads the market in nutrition, taste, and new product innovation, with a contemporary look and an atmosphere that appeals to customers of all ages. And the new self-serve platform, introduced in 2010, is perfect for attracting today’s active, on-the-go consumers.

Come try our 16 exciting flavors ! We offer four types of yogurt that include 98% Fat Free, Non-Fat, No Sugar Added/Non Fat, and a nondairy/nonfat sorbet. We have over 35 different toppings that are sure to please even the most choosy of eaters. Sprinkle on a few toppings or pile them high - at TCBY, it’s Your life. Your yogurt. Your way.

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hat do a physician, three attorneys, a restaurateur, two educators, a magazine editor and a financial planner have in common? BEER! Yep, that’s the staple of a boys' night out. As the “Man” and BSCENE Editor, William “Will” Knous, were pondering a special event for the current issue, the “hands down” choice was BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse. We both like beer and BJ’s, so we hosted this party together.

But, who should attend? Well, Will has been “my partner in crime” on the “Man About Town” article for six years, so that was a “no brainer.” All the other fellas have had some special connections with the “Man” over the years. The party boys were: Blake Bailey, my confidant and alter ego; D. Michael Park, M.D., the physician who keeps me alive; Stephen Hubbard, a Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce colleague; Eleno Licea, fellow Commissioner on the Tyler Planning and Zoning Commission; Dr. Mark Wagstaff, fellow educator and teacher of TJC’s Wines of the World courses; Kevin Giddens, who dates my across the street neighbor and surrogate daughter, Holli Glass; and the “Man’s” friend of 23 years and restaurateur, Bernard Gautier. With this kind of brain power, experience and winning personalities, ya can’t help but have a fun party. It was a great exchange of riveting ideas… and banter.

Dave Lorenet, general manager of BJ’s in Tyler, made it all happen. He and his engaging and “service first” staff arranged the perfect table and laid out an array of their signature appetizers, on his “own nickel.” Everyone of ‘em was delightful. Tamara was our server, and she was the full embodiment of the BJ’s commitment to “take pride in passionately connecting with every guest through flawless and relentless execution of every detail.” The boys thought she was really cute, too! (Boys will be boys.)

BJ’s is the ideal place for an enjoyable experience. It’s a place for every age group; families, children, singles and individuals are all welcome and catered to in this high-energy environment. There are large screen TVs

Back: Blake Bailey, Kevin Giddens, Bernard Gautier, Eleno Licea; Front: Dr. Mark Wagstaff, Dr. Aubrey Sharpe, Dr. Michael Park, Stephen Hubbard

everywhere and four areas to dine and entertain, including a one-of-a-kind bar with hightop tables, a cozy booth and table area, a large party room, and a patio that is to die for. Take your choice and enjoy.

The food is outstanding! There are over 100 items on the menu, which is revised every fall and spring. The Deep Dish Pizza is number one! Entrees, salads, appetizers and small-bite snacks are all generously portioned, unique and will satisfy every taste and special diet.

It’s a Brewhouse, so what about the beer?

Let's start with the cocktail bar, since the beer is its centerpiece. The bar itself seats 15, with a beautiful curved granite top. At the center is a massive floor to ceiling cherry wood and aluminum console having, at eye level, 39 draft beer spigots.

Rising toward the high ceiling are four large flat screen TVs. Flanked on either side are beautiful lighted bottles of every assortment of “distilled spirits.” The walls give the appearance of ancient, handcrafted, multicolored stone which are topped with wide ornate “crown-like” moldings supported

by Mediterranean styled faux pillars.

Now, the beers. BJ’s offers 66 selections. Twenty-seven are popular and well-known favorites, 19 of which are Belgian. The war chest of 39 drafts includes nine handcrafted BJ’s offerings and the rest are “Guest Tap Beers.” So, if ya like beer and a great variety of the finest, you’ll be happy at BJ’s. It’s the place to be!

Our party began with a tasting of nine of BJ’s own line of handcrafted microbrewed beers,

led by General Manager, Dave Lorenet. He described each beer as we tasted and nibbled on the flavorful appetizers. You must do the tasting. They bring out individual tasting trays of four small beers at a time for each person that range from the lightest to the darkest.

It is an equally interesting and delightful experience. The ninth beer was BJ’s seasonal selection, a Belgian Wheat called “NitWit.” It was a lite, tart beer spiced with coriander and orange peel.

After the appetizers and tastings, we ordered from the menu and the “war” stories began. We “cussed and discussed” history, philosophy, religion, the canonization of the Bible and restaurants in Dallas. Go figure!

Slowly, one by one, the boys meandered off for home, being fully entertained in an exciting atmosphere, pleasingly satisfied with the brew and food and having made some new friends to boot. It was a good night.

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Ted Conover, Todd Cruthird, Larry Goddard, Gay Smith

Bailey Smith, Sydnee Northcutt

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Jeffrey Squalls, Paula McKellar

Tyler ISD Foundation Art Show

• • Tyler ••

Randy Reid, Mayor Barbara Bass

Mekarra Moore, Shanequa Moore

Lisa Rodgers, Colton Rodgers, LaVonda & Russell Smith

Ana Ruiz, Sheryl Ruiz

• • Tyler Museum Of Art ••

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Terri Roberts, Meredith Roberts, Victoria Ashworth

Mike Schovanec, Debbie Bryant, Dina & Dan Heithoff

Nathan Johnson, Mariana Caceres

Tanya & Brian Merritt, Clayton Merritt, Coleman Merritt

Julie Gibson, Ashley Eubanks, Allison Ware

Cari & Joe Cooley

Marilyn & Matt Holmes, Lisa Crawford

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Trey Graham, Molly Graham

Cattle Barons’ All Hands On Deck

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From its humble beginnings as a single storefront restaurant in 1956, the Jersey Mike’s submarine sandwich franchise has since boomed to a chain of over 500 locations throughout the country.

Currently, there are two such restaurants in Tyler, with the newest Jersey Mike’s that opened just recently in April, and while many East Texans are familiar with the sub shop’s cornucopia of authentically delicious subs, few may be aware of the full extent of Jersey Mike’s philanthropic impact on the community.

Bryan Selden and Jeff Worthen, co-owners of the Tyler Jersey Mike’s locations, are men who understand the importance of giving back. Following the traditional “Mike’s Way” model of running a restaurant, they strive to maintain a business presence in East Texas that is both community conscience and active.

Through its continued popularity, Jersey Mike’s has been able to provide a variety of donations to local charity organizations in many different ways.

One of the more recent Jersey Mike’s charity projects was done in conjuction with their 2nd Tyler location on 5th & Beckham. Jersey Mike's partnered with the Tyler Junior College Apache Band to raise funds for 5 days during their grand opening. Jersey Mike's was proud to raise $2,138 for the TJC Apache Band during this time. Jersey Mike's has also worked together with other organization such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of East Texas in order to raise scholarship funds for children within the East Texas community in need of after school enrichment programs.

“Giving back makes a difference in someone’s life,” says Selden.“I have been a small business owner for more than 25 years, and I firmly believe that giving back to the community, specifically the schools, is vital to succeed. When we provide excellence in education, everyone in the community wins.”

And all the time and effort which Jersey Mike’s has put into East Texas has not gone unnoticed by Jersey Mike’s founder and CEO Peter Cancro. “We believe every Jersey Mike’s has a responsibility to its local community,” stated Cancro on the official Jersey Mike’s website. “Bryan and Jeff will make a real difference in Tyler with their commitment to giving back.”

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Kelly Kinsey, Cindy Floyd

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Claire Henderson, Kim Brown

• • Longview ••

15th Annual Business Expo

Amy & Cody Hertel

Gina DeHoyos, Lori Danielson

Dana Campbell, Lisa Hodde, Summer Owens

Dayla Hale, Erin Hassell

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Barbara Skeen, Jack Skeen

Jim Worthen, Debby Gunter, Matt Rowan

Dorothy Sanders, Willie Tucker, Lula Fitz

Jo Ruth Hancock, Tana Mayo

Malcolm Bales, Jim Middleton, Allen Hurst

Michele Moss, Lanell Cash, Felix Cox

Jim Worthen, Buck Files

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Kay & Charles Gunter, Christie Joy

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Stacie Jordan, Christa Drewry, Veronica Terres

Kori Green, Abi Ferrin, Jacqueline Cavender

Joan Muller, Suzie Woodward Morris

Carol Foley, Catherine Harrison McClain Cavender, Ashley

LaVerne Gollob, Shelby Burkett, Teresa Butcher

Dr. Aubrey Sharpe, Thomas Clyde

Edwards, Stacy Whisenhunt

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Angie & Gabriel Mendoza

Maria & Joe Davenport, Patty Steelman, Gay Smith

JoAnn & Randy Grooms, Donna & Mike Clements

Danielle & Mat Vilade, Randy Stuart

• • UT Tyler Hole In One Reception ••

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Kay & Don Gilbreath, Mike Terry

Shannon & Desmond Rees

Gay Smith, Terri Beaty

Bryan Brady, Harold Osborn

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Herrington Center

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Teresa Butcher, Derrith Bondurant, Dr. Aubrey Sharpe, Amy McCullough

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ETSO SEASON FINALE Symphony patrons attended the final performance of the season for the East Texas Symphony Orchestra at the UT Tyler Cowan Center April 30. The concert featured Elena Urioste with the symphony. After the concert, guests celebrated with an after party at the Calhoun Home in Tyler. The night’s performance was Per Brevig’s final concert as conductor of the East Texas Symphony Orchestra as he is retiring.

Maestro Per Brevig, Nancy Ulrich, D.M. Edwards

Catherine Harrison, Teresa Butcher

Dr. Cheryl & Michael Rogers

Drs. Jeanette Deas & Kirk Calhoun

Barbara Shtofman, Carrie Brookshire

Jill Campbell, Becky Taylor

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Betty & Stan Stokes

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Amy Cagle, Melissa Peveto, Ashley Washmon, Holly Freeman

Laura & Cameron Carter

Kenneth Bardsley, Matt Denson, Ken Threlkeld

Emily McFarlin, Russel Watson

Alice & Gary Avery

Liz Ballard, Ginger Haberle

Angela Spillman, Shelby Rhyne

Denis Jones, Joanna Thiele, Terra Bibb

Jo Ann & Roger Perry

Chad Haynes, Jonathan Hill, Rich Bittick, Todd Sawyer

Meghan Hill, Nolen Howard

Brandy Sawyer, Michele Reese, Priscilla & Malek Bekka

Renee Woodard, Jennifer Smith, Megan & Matt Magill, Angela Kincade

Paul Silva, Mundo Villapudua

Pam Hall, Angela Rivera, Monte Hall

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Amy & Kyle Souter, Kat Kennedy, Larry Stokes

Libby Snyder, Burns Brown, Andee Johnson, Giselle Bryce

Pat Green performing

Meredith & Mark Roberts

Christie & Jim Olson

Russell Wells, Abby Wright, Robyn & Brian Wallace

Jacqueline & Clay Cavender

Eric Sullivan, Russell Wells

Brandy & Bryan Ziegler, Mandy & Casey BeddingďŹ eld

Joanie Brown, Holly Head

Barbie Bextine, Will Knous, Megan Roth, Dr. David Flynn, Mitzi Hardee

Stephanie Coy, Kelly Cleary

Wendy & Justin Armstrong, Karen & Todd Tutt

Stephanie & Bernie Daleo, Ally & Julian Rayzor

Camille Brown, Bobby Garmon

Stefanie Clevenger, Stacy Bell

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Jon Childers, Bridgette Hooper, Liz Ballard, Harley Hooper

Trudy & Jeff Williams

Pat Green, JB Patterson

Lynne Jackson, Chris Munsch, Dr. Hope & Jack Short

Heather & John Pickett, Ashley Morris, Alex Mizer

John Lange, Lauren Creasman, Wendi Carpenter, Ginger Haberle, Susan Lange, Fred Haberle

Sandra & Larry Bolton

Heather & James Murphy, Robert Eckeberger, Kimberly Sullivan

Rhonda Lemay, Tom Denmon

Jackie Gregory, Sarah Hill, Dana Hughey, Karolyn Davis, Rebekah Williams

Andrea Riley, Stan Frank

Brandy Peveto, Ally Rayzor, Stephanie Daleo

Anna Tidwell, Helen Austin, Jennifer Janz, Teresa Wickham

Josh Nichols, Michael Colvin

State Sen. Robert Nichols, Ryan Harmon

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Sarah Carroll, Wade Bowen, Sarah Santone

Dawn & Harry Leatherwood, Pat Green

Veronica & Dr. Jayson Terres

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Jayme Fitzpatrick, Kristen Eargle

Amanda Habermehl, Regina Patterson, Marci Feliciano

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Lesley & Chris Jones, Vicki Hart

Christie & Chris Stallcup

Ashley McCain, Lindsey Harrison, Blythe McCain

Jade Van Meter, Laurie Hartwig

Hannah Davidson, Martha Escobar, Matt Schulz

Bo Duke, Lance Leissner, John Martin, Jon Childers, Garnett Brookshire, Justin Armstrong

Susan & John Lange, Wendi Carpenter, Eddie Deen

Tammani Frazier, Jessica Cox

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FEATURING ALL OF THE CELEBRATIONS, SENSATIONS & INVITATIONS THAT ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SHOWCASING MORE OF THE CHARITABLE EVENTS, WORKS AND WONDERS THAT ARE MAKING SUCH A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND.

TYLER JULY

8 Girls Night In will be at Grace Community Church at 7pm featuring author and speaker Sheila Walsh. Tickets are $15. For more information visit comingtotyler.com 8 Tyler Newcomers will meet at the First Christian Church Tyler at 9am. Cost is $10 for lunch. For more information visit yourcityhostess.com/ newcomers.html.

8-10, 15-17 Lindale Community Theater will perform “Bus Stop” at various times. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information visit lindalecommunitytheater.org 11-8/12 Discovery Science Place will host a day camp for kids from 7:30am-5:15pm, Monday through Friday. Cost is $160 per child. For more information visit discoveryscienceplace.org or call 903.533.8011.

14 Alzheimer’s Alliance presents Mah Jongg for Memory Luncheon at Willowbrook Country Club from 10am-3pm. For more information visit alzalliance.org.

15 Tyler Professional Network Let’s Do Lunch will be at FRESH by Brookshire’s with networking at 11am and lunch at 12pm.

16 Comedian Rickey Smiley and Friends will be at The Oil Palace in Tyler. Tickets will be $48 and doors open at 6pm. The show begins at 8pm. For more information visit oilpalace.com 17 East Texas Wedding Extravaganza will be at the Rose Garden Center at 12pm. For more information visit EastTexasWeddingEvents.com or call 903.484.4309.

19 East Texas Center for Independent Living will host an event informing employers and individuals with disabilities about their rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The event will begin at 9am and includes lunch. For more information visit etcil.org 21 Planning With The Pros will be held at Villa di Felicita from 6-10pm. This bridal show will allow you to speak with some of the top professionals in the area. For more information visit PlanningWithThePros.com.

23 Bikers Rule for School will help PATH raise money and school supplies at Broadway Square Mall beginning at 9am. For more information visit facebook.com/bikersruleforschool or call 903.530.9215.

23,30 Children’s Village Benefit Horse Show begins at 9am at the Mt. Selman Arena. For more information visit childrensvillageoftexas.org or call 903.592.3421.

25-29 Lindale Community Theater hosts Young Actor Camp for children 5 years old through 4th grade. Cost is $75 per child. For more information visit lindalecommunitytheater.com or call 903.638.0402.

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25-29 2011 Hip Hop Summer Camp will be held at the Glass Recreation Center from 9am-4pm.

For more information visit tylerparksandrec.com or call 903.595.7271.

15 Join Lili and Dolce for their Grand Opening in Tyler at 140 E. 9th St in Bergfeld Center.

Refreshments will be available. For more information call 903.617.6993.

25-8/5 Lindale Community Theater hosts Student Actor Camp for children ages 5th-12th grade.

Cost is $125 per child. For more information visit lindalecommunitytheater.com or call 903.638.0402.

22 UT Tyler Department of Art and Art History Studio Faculty Exhibition will open at the Meadows Gallery. For more information visit uttyler.edu.

26 Association of Fundraising Professionals will meet at Hollytree Country Club from 11:30am1pm. For more information call 903.944.8081.

28 Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce will host Business After Hours at Julian’s from 5-7pm. For more information call 903.352.0402.

30 Seasons of Preparation Women’s Seminar will be at Holiday Inn Express & Suites beginning at 12pm. The event will be hosted by speaker and author Tamara Taylor. For more information visit impact-change.com or call 972.499.4114.

31 East Texas Volleyball Showcase will give girls the opportunity to showcase volleyball skills to collegiate recruiters at Tyler Junior College Wagstaff Gym from 8am-6:30pm. For more information visit txvbshowcase.com or call 903.510.2488.

AUGUST

1-4 UT Tyler will host the 2011 Advanced Placement Summer Institute for middle and secondary school teachers. For more information call 903.566.7010 or visit ingenuitycenter.org 1-5 Lindale Community Theater hosts Young Actor Camp for children 5 years old through 4th grade. Cost is $75 per child. For more information visit lindalecommunitytheater.com or call 903.638.0402.

7 Epic Enterprises presents a Night to Remember at the Oil Palace in Tyler featuring Legendary Frankie Beverly and Maze and American Idol winner Fantasia. Tickets will range from $37$100. For more information visit oilpalace.com 10 Chamber Membership Breakfast will begin at 7:30am. The location is TBA. For more information call 903.92.1661.

11 Preslee Foundation Cocktail Event will be held at One Realtor Center beginning at 6pm.Preslee Foundation is a non-profit organization that offers help to parents who have lost an infant.For more information visit presleefoundation.org.

11 20th Annual Corporate Spelling Bee benefitting Literacy Council of Tyler will be at Green Acres Baptist Church Crosswalk Conference Center at 11am. For more information visit lcotyler.org or call 903.360.5452.

12 Tyler Newcomers will meet at the First Christian Church Tyler at 9am. Cost is $10 for lunch. For more information visit yourcityhostess. com/newcomers.html.

13 Black Tie Bingo in Downtown Tyler begins at 6pm. Play for “high stakes” prizes and benefit the Heart of Tyler’s efforts to revitalize downtown.

For more information visit heartoftyler.com or call 903.593.6905.

25 Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce will host Business After Hours at American State Bank from 5-7pm. For more information call 903.266.5525.

26 Gary Smalley will host the “Love and Laughter” Marriage Seminar at Grace Community Church-Old Jacksonville Campus. Tickets are $30 per person. For more info, visit gcc.org.

27 “Freedom to Move” Boost Camp for girls ages 12-18 will begin at 8:30am at the YMCA of Tyler. Event includes empowering workshops and activities. For more information call 903.245.1446.

SEPTEMBER

4-11/13 Tyler Museum of Art will host the exhibit “Object of Devotion: Medieval English Alabaster Sculpture.’ For more information visit tylermuseum.org or call 903.595.1001.

8-10/18 Gallery Main Street will host the exhibit “Perfect Bloom,” art by all Texas artists. Hours: 10am-7pm weekdays, 10am-4pm Saturdays. For more information visit downtowntylerarts.com or call 903.593.6905.

12 Tyler Chamber Annual Golf Tournament will be held at Willowbrook Country Club from 9am-5pm.

For more information call 903.592.1661#230

LONGVIEW JULY

5-8/2 Longview Public Library hosts the Summer Reading Club for kids ages 5-12. For more information call 903.237.1345 or visit LongviewLibrary.com.

7-31 Texas Shakespeare Festival features a variety of plays including “Hamlet” and “The Taming of the Shrew.” Each play is performed on multiple dates and times. For more information call 903.983.8601 7 Visit the Longview Downtown ArtWalk from 5-8pm for an evening of art and music. For more information call 903.236.4686.

8 East Texas Oilfield Expo will be held at the Maude Cobb from 9am-6pm. For more information call 866.918.5550.

8-9 East Texas Radio Days Exhibit will be at the Gregg County Historical Museum. Hours: 10am4pm weekdays, 12-4pm Saturdays. For more information call 903-753-5840.

8-8/9 East Texas Pumpjacks season continues.

Games are played at Driller Park in Kilgore beginning at 7:05pm. For more information visit pumpjacksbaseball.com

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9 Fuel for the Fight, A Benefit for Keith Ramsey will be held at Leon’s Steakhouse and Saloon at 12:30pm. There will be a car show, live auction, music and food. For more information call 903.663.2470.

9 Boys and girls ages 5-18 are welcomed to compete in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Track Meet. Register at taafregistration.com or call 903.237.1270.

9-8/27 Longview Museum of Fine Arts will feature East Texas regional artists. For more information visit LMFA.org.

9-10 Longview Trade Days will be open all day at Maude Cobb. For more information call 903.753.4478.

11-8/12 During the months of July and August Le Tourneau University will host a variety of weeklong day camps for kids of all ages. Camps cover everything from science to sports. For more information visit letu.edu.

11-15 East Texas Center for Independent Living is offering Summer Youth Fun Days for youth with disabilities ages 16 and older. Classes include everything from cooking to interview skills. For more information visit etcil.org/LongviewEvents or call 903.581.7542.

13,27 Woodforest National Bank and Longview Housing Authority will host a series of educational seminars concerning finance and homeownership. For more information call 903.237.1235.

13,8/25 “Waiting for Superman” will be showing at the Longview Chamber of Commerce from 7:30-9:45am. For registration visit longviewchamber.com or call 903.237.4000 14 Join Lili and Dolce for their Grand Opening from 5-8pm in Longview, 2002 Judson Rd. #102.

There will be refreshments available. For more information call 903.236.2922.

15 Longview Swim Center hosts “Itty Bitty Beach Party” at 10am. This event is for kids 8 and under. For more information call 903.237.1270.

15-16 Artsview Children’s Theatre presents “The Princess and the Frog.” Tickets will be $5. For more information visit artsviewchildrenstheatre. com or call 903.236.7535.

15-16 Outlaw Monster Truck Show will be held at the Longview Rodeo Arena at 7:30pm. Tickets are $17 for adults and $12 for children, available at Baskins in Longview and Tyler. For more information visit outlawmonstertrucks.com.

16 Safe Summer event will be held at the Longview Mall from 1-3pm. Community organizations will be sharing child safety tips.

Meet at the Center Court. For more information visit Guest Services in the mall.

16 Presario Productions and Narada Lovings Scholarship Fund Committee present a Charity Car Show at the Longview Exhibit Building from 11am-5pm. For more information visit longviewcarshow.com.

16 Longview Museum of Fine Arts Concert Series presents musician Ellis Paul. For more information visit LMFA.org 16 “Shake, Rattle & Roll” music, comedy and more will be held at T.G. Field Auditorium from 7:30-10pm. Tickets are $12 at the door. For more information visit shakerattleroll4.com.

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21 Longview Chamber of Commerce will host Business After Hours at Patterson Nissan from 4:45-6:30pm. For more information call 903.237.4000.

25-29 Breaking Free Sports Camp will be at First Baptist Church in Longview. Sports include: basketball, soccer, flag football and cheerleading. For more information visit fbcl.org or call 903.758.0681.

26 East Texas Center for Independent Living will host an event informing employers and individuals with disabilities about their rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The event will begin at 9am at the Texas Workforce Commission. For more information visit etcil.org 29-31 Great Texas Balloon Race will be held at the East Texas Regional Airport in Longview.

There will be live music from Kevin Fowler and Eli Young Band. For more information visit greattexasballoonrace.com.

29-31 Artsview Children’s Theatre presents “Beauty and the Beast.” Tickets are $5. For more information visit artsviewchildrenstheatre.com or call 903.236.7535.

30 LeTourneau Alumni Office will host a party for alumni, faculty and staff and friends during the Great Texas Balloon Race at the Abbott Aviation Center. The event will be from 7-9pm. For more information call 903.233.3804.

30-31 Longview Kennel Club Dog Show will be held at Maude Cobb from 9am-5pm Saturday and 8am-5pm Sunday. For more information visit longviewkennelclub.org or call 903.734.6370 or 903.984.5042.

AUGUST

2,17 Woodforest National Bank and Longview Housing Authority will host a series of educational seminars concerning finance and homeownership. For more information call 903.237.1235.

4 Annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet will be held at Maude Cobb. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $40 single, $70 couple, $20 age 17 and under. For more information call 903.759.3111.

6 Annual Delta Waterfowl Fundraiser will be at the Maude Cobb beginning at 5:30pm. For more information call 903.235.1142.

11 Healthy Woman Anniversary Event presented

by Longview Regional Medical Center Marketing Department will be at Maude Cobb from 4:308pm. Tickets are $15 each. For more information visit longviewregional.com or call 903.381.7238.

11-12 ETBU hosts the Global Leadership Summit featuring world class speakers. For more information visit etbu.edu/leadershipsummit.

12-13 Artsview Children’s Theatre presents “ARF! A Canine Musical” and “ARF! Puppies.”

Tickets will be $5. For more information visit artsviewchildrenstheatre.com or call 903.236.7535.

13-14 Longview Trade Days will be open all day at the Maude Cobb. For more information call 903.753.4478.

18 Cherry Hill will celebrate their Grand Opening at their new location at 1515 Judson Rd. from 4-8pm. For more information call 903.757.2955.

door, $6 in advance. For more information call 903.237.1279.

20 Longview Museum of Fine Arts Annual Casino Night will be 7pm-12am. For more information visit LMFA.org.

21 Mr. Ealey will be in concert at Maude Cobb beginning at 8pm. For more information visit facebook.com/BlakeEaley or call 903.944.0368.

23 Longview Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours at The Clairmont from 4:456:30pm. For more information call 903.237.4029.

SEPTEMBER

2 Sharon Shriner’s Circus at the Longview Rodeo Arena begins at 4pm. For more information call 702.456.2642.

6,21 Woodforest National Bank and Longview Housing Authority will host a series of educational seminars concerning finance and homeownership. For more information call 903.237.1235.

10 Music with a Mission Tour will stop at the Belcher Center in Longview. The concert will feature eight Christian bands. The show will begin at 5:30pm. For more information and to purchase tickets visit BelcherCenter.com.

12 16th Annual Par Busters Golf Tournament will be held at The Challenge at Oak Forest Country Club. For registration visit longviewchamber.com/ golf_tournament or call 903.237.4000.

NACOGDOCHES JULY

8,12 SFA School of Theatre will perform “The Uninvited.” Performances will be at multiple times. For more information visit finearts.sfasu. edu or call 936.468.6407.

8 SFA School of Art and Friends of the Visual Arts present a one night screening of “Ansel Adams: A Documentary Film” at The Cole Art Center at The Old Opera House at 7pm. Admission is free.

For more information call 936.468.1131 8-10 SFA hosts LCLM Cheerleading Camp for teams of all levels. For more information call 936.468.1604.

8-16 SFA School of Art will hold a fundraiser and silent auction at The Cole Art Center in downtown Nacogdoches. Guests are invited to bid on any of the 12 by 12 art pieces on display.

For more information call 936.468.6657.

8-8/6 Nacogdoches Photographic Association will display the 2011 juried show at The Cole Art Center at the Old Opera House. Hours: 12:30-5pm weekdays, 10am-5pm Saturdays. For more information visit finearts.sfasu.edu or call 936.468.1131.

9 Chess for Beginners will be at the Nacogdoches Public Library from 3:30-5pm.

This event is for teens ages 11-17. Call ahead to register at 936.559.2970.

10-15 SFA School of Music will host a piano and strings camp for junior high and high school students. For more information visit finearts. sfasu.edu.

20 Senior Citizens Extravaganza will be at the Maude Cobb from 3-8pm. Tickets are $7 at the

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12,19,26 Nacogdoches Public Library Children’s Summer Program Series begins at 10am. Events range from learning about plants to making healthy lifestyle choices. For more information call 936.559.2970.

11-15 Children age 3 to kindergarten gather at the Texas Forestry Museum for nature related activities from 10am-12pm. For more information visit 936.632.9535.

13,20,27 Shop local produce at the Nacogdoches Farmers Market from 4-7pm. For more information call 936.559.2573.

22 July Power Networking Breakfast will be at the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce from 8-9am. For more information call 936.634.6644.

16 Third Saturday Cruise Night will be at the corner of Stallings and North Street from 7-9pm.

Fuddruckers will be offering a discount. For more information contact 936.564.9128.

23 Deep East Texas Rasslin’ will be held at Pitser Garrison Civic Center from 6-9:30pm. Tickets are $10. For more information visit detrasslin.com or call 936.404.9746.

13-15 SFA School of Theatre presents “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” Performances will be at multiple times. For more information visit finearts.sfasu.edu or call 936.468.6407.

25-29 Texas Forestry Museum will host children entering 1st-4th grades for forestry related activities from 9am-12pm. For more information call 936.632.9535.

18-22 Summer Camp at Millard’s Crossing is open to boys and girls ages 7-12. The cost is $100 per child. For more information call 936.564.6631.

AUGUST

21 SFA Gardens at Stephen F. Austin State University will host its monthly Theresa and Les Reeves lecture series at 7pm in Room 110 of the Agriculture Building. Speaker will be David Reed, PhD. For more information call 936.468.3705.

21/30 Dancing at Club Library will be at Nacogdoches Public Library from 3:30-5pm.

There will be salsa and cumbia dance lessons.

For registration call 903.559.2970.

22 Chamber Fourth Friday Luncheon at Hotel Fredonia from 12-1pm. For more information visit nacogdoches.com.

23 LugNutz Summer Jam 2011 will be happening all day at LugNutz Sports Bar & Grill to benefit Make A Wish. For more information call 936.564.6889.

AUGUST

3,10,17,24,31 Shop for local produce at the Nacogdoches Farmers Market from 4-7pm. For more information call 936.559.2573.

11 Ribbon cutting at Ellington Court will be at 11:30am. For more information call 936.552.8900.

11 Nacogdoches Public Library will host a jewelry making and art program using recycled house products. This event is for teens 11-17. It is free, but call to register at 936.559.2970.

13 Nacogdoches Public Library will host a Star Wars event from 3:30-5pm. For more information and to register call 936.559.2970.

18 SFA Gardens at Stephen F. Austin State University will host speaker Fred Davies for the monthly Theresa and Les Reeves series. It will be in Room 110 of the Agriculture Building at 7pm. For more information call 936.468.3705.

20 Third Saturday Cruise Night will be at the corner of Stallings and North Street from 6-9pm.

Fuddruckers will be offering a discount. For more information contact 936.564.9128.

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8 MasseyMedia Presents the 2011 New Member Showcase at the Pitser Garrison Civic Center from 11am-2pm. For more information call 936.634.6644.

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5 August First Friday Luncheon will be held at Crown Colony Country Club. Tickets are $15. For more information call 936.634.6644.

19 Quarterly Women’s Networking Luncheon will be held at Crown Colony Country Club. There will be a plated lunch and a speaker. Tickets are $20.

For more information or to reserve tickets call 936.634.6644.

25 Texas Forestry Museum will host a Back to School Party at 4:30pm. For more information visit treetexas.com or call 936.632.9535.

26 Join the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce for their free Power Networking Breakfast from 8-9am at the Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 936.634.6644.

27 Deep East Texas Rasslin’ will be held at Pitser Garrison Civic Center from 6-9:30pm. Tickets are $10. For more information visit detrasslin.com or call 936.404.9746.

27 Join two-time Tony Award nominee Bob Stillman and his band at Temple Theater from 7:30-9:30pm as they play tributes to John Denver and Dan Fogelberg. For tickets call 936.633.5454.

28 Museum of East Texas will celebrate young artists of all ages from 2-4pm. Over 1,000 works will be on display. For more information call 936.639.4434 or visit metlufkin.org.

SEPTEMBER

2 Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce will host the Small Business of the Year Award Luncheon at the Crown Colony Country Club from 12-1pm. Guest speaker will be Bonnie Dowdy of Music World. For more information call 936.634.6644 or visit lufkintexas.org

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3 Join the Texas Forestry Museum as they invite families to celebrate National Grandparents Day. For more information contact 936.632.9535.

6 Bluegrass Gospel Concert featuring The Marksmen will be at the Lufkin Garrison Civic Center from 7-9pm. Tickets are $10. For more information call 936.632.7821.

10 Dinner and Dancing Under the Stars at the Museum of East Texas will include dinner, dancing, and silent and live auction items from 7-11pm. For more information visit metlufkin.org or call 936.639.4434.

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ALL THAT JAZZ

In this the age of autotuning, Pokerfaces, and, Lord help us, the Brothers Jonas, it’s pretty common to find that most people have developed a very strong sense of what they consider to be good (or bad) music. Songs that fall into the latter category are often overlooked or just straight up ignored simply because they stem from a genre that has already been crossed off by listeners as dissonant noise pollution.

While it’s true that not everything the music industry pumps out onto the radio airwaves is going to be the next “Thriller”, music itself is a medium that should not be underestimated in its creative versatility.

Good musicians try to offer their listeners melodies that not only captivate the attention of their audience but possibly impact their point of view as well. It is in this way that Carmel Johnsen utilizes her talents as a singer/songwriter to create a sophisticated blend of blues, R&B, pop and jazz to reconcile any prodigal jazz lovers with a new take on a classic American genre.

Anyone who has ever lived, visited or driven through East Texas knows that it’s a place where the local music scene is one that is typically dominated by twangy guitars and lyrics about pitiable cowboys. Yet, that has not stopped Johnsen from bringing her style of jazz to the public venue.

“I had grown up in church,” Johnsen reminisces, “and the closest thing I had ever come into contact with music was gospel, which I loved, but just

kind of hit home with me.” Born in Lubbock, Johnsen sang in her church choir before moving back to Tyler to attend junior high then high school at Robert E. Lee. Johnsen continued to sing in college at Tyler Junior College, where she was a member of the Harmony and Understanding vocal ensemble, as well as McLennan Community College in Waco before moving back to graduate from the University of Texas at Tyler. As a young musician, Johnsen first pursued a classical music track before falling in love with jazz via her husband, Kevin Johnsen, who at the time was participating in a jazz studies program at UT Tyler. “I had never done a lot of jazz prior to that,” remarks Johnsen, “but I loved it. We both felt the same way about it so we started singing at places as much as we could calling around seeing if we could sing.”

proliferate her songs beyond the spectrum of the traditional live music scenes.

With the release of her album “As I Am” in 2010, Johnsen was able to further extend her influence into the world of music. Songs like “Heaven” and the title song “Promises (As I Am)” contain all the alluring vocals and instrumental complexity that could be expected from true contemporary jazz. Johnsen says this is incorporated to give the album the kind of mood she wants her listeners to experience. “I play with other guitar players, Daniel de la Rocha plays on our album, and he’s amazing. So, I just think our sound is different than anybody else around here. We’ve got a relaxing, kickback, have a glass of wine, hang-out-with-friends kind of vibe.”

Initially, Johnsen says that she had never really been interested in jazz music, but soon found that the flexibility of its musical structure was too appealing for her to not try it herself.

“I love that you can sing something familiar that people kind of feel like they understand, then develop it, change it, and grow it.” It is exactly this quality that Johnson has experimented with in order to integrate different genres of music together with jazz. The array of styles she performs include blues intermingled with soul, classics such as Van Morrison’s “Moondance,” as well as some original compositions. “We’re a laid-back sound,” Johnsen said on her own musical style, “but we have a lot of variety as well.”

Her musical influences range from famous names like Thelonious Monk and Ella Fitzgerald, to lesser known artists such as Wendy Lewis – which in the long run has impacted her opinion of what her own jazz should sound like. According to Johnsen, “We do play our own stuff, but we also mix in early jazz standards, like some Billie Holiday type of stuff, and we mix in some Carly Simon, more current stuff, and we try to throw in some jazz in all the stuff that we do.”

Along with her solo work, her project called Nightwork Jazz, of which Carmel and Kevin are the core members, has allowed Johnsen to explore both the songwriting as well as the performing aspects of being a musician. “I’ve always written music but never written and performed music. And when we started doing jazz, it was just so natural that it progressed into that. I was finally able to write something that I actually wanted to perform, and enjoyed doing in that way.”

Johnsen’s sensitive-yet-powerful voice has brought a refreshingly mellow atmosphere to venues throughout East Texas, and she takes pride in the fact that her sound is not a simple rehashing of what many have come to expect from musicians heard on the radio. “I like hearing the top 40s.” commented Johnsen, “You know, they’re cool in their own way, but if people want to hear a song they’re familiar with, only done a little differently or something along those lines then I think they would enjoy us.” Having also performed at such local live music hot spots as Rick’s, Jake’s, and KE Cellars, both Carmel and Kevin currently play as the house band for the Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards in Pittsburg, Texas several times a month.

Although she has found success in her pursuit of becoming an acclaimed jazz musician, it seems that it is the demands of everyday life that ultimately come into conflict with Johnsen’s plans of further progressing with her music career. “My husband coaches track and teaches, so it’s been kind of crazy to book other places” Johnsen said explaining her current schedule. “We’d love to just do music. It’s what both of us love, but you know, we’ve got a large family so he has to keep a steady job for now. But if we got to where we could sell a song then we would love to move in that direction to where this is what we do full time.” Johnsen also hopes to one day have her music picked up by a producer and signed onto a soundtrack for either movies or television to

But Johnsen doesn’t take all the credit for her success. Although she typically works with he husband, Johnsen performs with a number of stand-in musicians that make up the accompaniment for the two of them. According to their website, the duo are also looking to expand the number of players in Nightwork Jazz to add further depth and volume to their already talented ensemble. “When you play in the jazz band, it’s not just about the singer,” stresses Johnsen, “it’s hardly about the singer; it’s about the players. I don’t necessarily like it all being about me. It makes me feel uncomfortable. So, I like that structure. It can be about all of us and they each have solos. We play off each other, I can hear a part their playing in an instrument and copy it in vocal. I like that.”

It’s this exact sentiment that’s really the fundamental cornerstone of jazz music: a collection of musicians playing different parts that in turn play off of one another, taking one song and giving it their own unique, creative twist. The countless variations on how a single measure can be played offer an abundance of options for how a single part can influence and enrich the music of the whole. In this way, it is the symbiotic nature of jazz that accounts for its originality, because it allows each session to become as innovative as the musician’s own imagination.

Johnsen says that her perspective as a child played a key role in how she now expresses herself musically. Johnsen’s family had to move quite a bit when she was growing up, due to her father being a Baptist minister. “I never quite fit in. I was always on the outskirts, so I kinda backed away, looking in watching people being cruel to each other and the pain they caused. It’s kind of what a lot of these songs are takeoffs from. People have asked if they’re from personal experience, or stories, or whatever; but I just have this deep sense of empathy with people when I hear their story or see what they are going through. So, a lot of my songs are written in that way and have that sense of empathy and understanding with it.”

In the future, Carmel and Kevin have plans to keep seeking out places to perform; not just locally, but across the U.S. Especially now that the summer season has arrived, which inevitably opens up almost everyone’s agendas. “We’re open to playing wherever our schedule allows,” says Johnsen, “and over the summer it opens up completely.

Over the summer were putting together a small little tour in California and hoping to do one up in New York.”

As a local musician, Johnsen provides a valuable service to the community through her art and should therefore be given continued support of her craft so that she can continue to bring some variety to the music venues of East Texas. So if you’re in the mood for listening to something with a little less country and a little more soul, pick up a copy of “As I Am” or go see Carmel and Kevin perform live this summer and prepare for an unforgettable intimate experience that is sure to leave listeners feeling cool, calm, reflective... and all that jazz.

by Patrick Rippy

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by Reid Kerr

The NFL and the NFL Players Association are currently at odds over how to divide $9 billion in money earned by the league. I think I speak on behalf of all of us when I say, “Any percentage of that total will be just fine deposited in my 401(k) plan, please.”

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The NFL Lockout is a terrifying proposition for football fans (Fig. A), but as of right now, nothing has really been lost. But what happens if they don’t get it settled?

July: As the NFL Lockout hits July, it’s still not a big deal. The NFL is missing voluntary training sessions, which is “voluntary” in the same way that it’s “voluntary” to visit your spouse’s family. In any case, neither side cares too much about losing their practices this month, so we probably won’t see any movement.

Console yourself with the Tour de France starting July 4th, and then when you realize there are other people in it that are not Lance Armstrong, come back inside and watch the MLB All-Star Game.

August: If we’re still NFL-less in August, that means we’re missing out on the NFL Preseason schedule. Preseason NFL games are the McRib of pro sports. We’ve been anticipating it for so long, we’ve forgotten how bad it really is. Like an oft-concussed wide receiver, every year I forget exactly what’s going on. Every summer I can’t wait for football season to start, and every year, I eagerly sit down to watch the first preseason games with all the passion of teenage love. And then, about 10 minutes later, I’m bored and flipping the channel to see what else is on. If I wanted to see starters giving half-hearted efforts, I’d just watch my DVD of “Ricky Watters: The Eagles Years.” Instead, amuse yourself in August by watching the Little League World Series, and think about how good you’d be if you could play Little League ball again.

September: Now, we are officially missing NFL regular season games. Despair is normal at this point, and the night of the 8th when the first game is missed, tears and outrage are expected. On the other hand, we’ll have other football at this point. The opening Friday night of high school football season actually lasts for 72 hours, so we’ll have that to fall back on.

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October: If the NFL season isn’t settled by now, we’re all in deep trouble, especially if the NBA does as expected and locks out their players too. Enjoy the World Series, because that’s pretty much all we’ve got. Might be time to get the guys together for a little whiffleball league in the back yard (Fig. B). October is a good time to watch your favorite “Friday The 13th” movie, and think about what a great linebacker Jason Voorhees would have made if he hadn’t dedicated his life to cleaning up Camp Crystal Lake from naughty teenagers (Fig. C).

November: With no Thanksgiving games to fall back on, we’re all in serious danger of having to spend a holiday actually talking to our families, rather than just talking about how bad the Detroit Lions are.

There’s a chance the only sport going in November will be hockey, which is confusing, filled with players whose names are hard to pronounce, and tough to bet on. Spend November lobbying Spike TV to bring back Slamball (Fig. D), and put the games live on Monday nights.

December: The lowest of the low. If we don’t have the NFL back by this point, there’s no season. There will be no holiday games, no fantasy football league, no playoffs and no future. Worse still, even college football is in a holding pattern. Oh sure, there will be games in December, but most people don’t get into watching Tennessee Body and Fender play St. Regis Philbin’s University in the I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Bowl on the Versus Network. In December, start counting the days until Spring Training. And go ahead and give up your season tickets to the NFL. By the time it comes back, you won’t need them.

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NON-PROFIT Boys and Girls Clubs of East Texas 504 W. 32nd St., Tyler (903) 593-9211

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M3-T. East Texas Food Bank 3201 Robertson Rd., Tyler (903) 597-3663

N6-T. Luxe Designs 113 E. Seventh St., Tyler (903) 617-6853

N6-T. Dolce Vita Salon 115 E. 7th St., Tyler (903) 533-0111

K5-T. PATH 402 W Front St., Tyler (903) 597-4044

K5-T. Maddox Air Conditioning 125 S. Bonner, Tyler (903) 592-6531

R6-T. Mont-Ro Skincare 322 ESE Loop 323, Ste. 118, Tyler (903) 509-0046

L6-L. VOW 1205 E. Marshall Ave., Longview (903) 232-1700

Moore Supply 135 S Southeast Loop 323, Tyler (903) 592-6101

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REAL ESTATE H4-L. Summers Real Estate 2002 Judson Rd., Longview (903) 757-8686

K5-T. Morrison Supply 1001 West Elm Street, Tyler (903) 595-4133

WEDDING Castle on the Lake 9110 US Hwy 79 W, Jacksonville (903) 721-3593

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Schools get reputations. This one is the football school, that one is the arts school, the one across town is the one known for its academics. In short, a school can often become known for what it does well.

Ask people about The Brook Hill School, located in Bullard, and you’ll likely get a variety of labels.

“The diversity of perceptions about our school really is amazing,” said Geoff Roark, Brook Hill’s director of communications.

For instance, many believe Brook Hill is a boarding school. Of its 523 students, about 7 percent are boarding students housed in two comfortable resident facilities on campus. Over the years, students from seventeen nations have mixed with day students who make up the rest of the student body.

Brook Hill is also known for its athletic programs, having met with great success in basketball, golf, soccer, swimming and other sports. This year the football team made it to the state finals, and the varsity baseball team took home the state championship in convincing fashion.

The school’s reputation as a leader in fine arts is also wellearned. Its award-winning orchestra, nationally-recognized visual arts program, and drumline are campus favorites. And the theater program, which staged an astounding production of “Oklahoma!” this year, has set a regional standard.

Academic excellence is something Brook Hill achieves consistently. Its graduating classes have seen students accepted into hundreds of colleges and universities, from ivy league stalwarts to top military academies and arts schools.

“College preparation is the strength of our curriculum, though the ‘prep school’ stereotype from bad '80s movies is nothing like the energy of Brook Hill culture.”

Brook Hill’s driving characteristic, however, is its focus on being a Christ-centered environment. Weekly chapel services are the most visible aspect, but this focus runs throughout the culture of the school.

Still, Roark says, there are some things The Brook Hill School is not.

“Well, a military school, for one thing—or a small college.

Our campus is very beautiful, and it’s away from the bustle of Tyler traffic. We have plenty of room to grow, and it’s a nice environment.”

What’s the biggest misconception? “A lot of people believe private school is out of reach. I invite people to take a closer look at Brook Hill, to see for themselves what an exciting option it can be for their children’s future.”

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PUTTING FAMILIES TOGETHER “Imagine someone coming to your house tonight that you know.

They say, 'We're picking you up and going to put you somewhere else.'

You asked why, they do not really explain it to you because they can not. You say, 'Well, where am I going?' They give you the name of a person you have never heard of in a town you have never been to. You walk into a house with dogs – you are terrified of dogs. The house smells different than your house. You don't know where the bathroom is. You don't know where you're going to sleep … ” For children in the foster care system, being taken from their home and moving to a different home is not only traumatic, it is difficult to grasp, and their world is turned upside down. Some foster homes are temporary – and the children may return home the next day. Some parents will lose rights to their child and the child will live with a relative. Some parents voluntarily relinquish their parental rights. Some children are adopted by their foster parents. And some children will remain in the foster care system until they are 18.

No matter what the circumstance, foster-care agencies exist to provide safe homes for children Betsy Pattullo, Director of Social Services for The Bair Foundation Tyler office explained. Bair is a private foster-care agency and not for profit organization that was founded in 1967 in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. Currently, Bair operates in eight states with the most offices in Texas (13). However, Bair isn't a typical foster-care agency – they are unique for several reasons. For one, they are a therapeutic foster care agency. Pattullo explained, “We take the kids who require more supervision and often come from more severe situations. They are usually the kids that are a little tougher to find homes for.”

The other unique aspect is that Bair is a Christian foster care agency. “We are a Christian agency because we believe that providing good homes for [children], providing shelter and love is not enough.

For these kids, bringing Christ into their lives is really what's going to heal them,” Pattullo explained. As a private, Christian organization, “It really allows us as an agency to pray for our kids. And, if the kids are interested, to take them to the church of their choice … we are not out to force children to do something religiously, but we do want our families approaching foster care in that way.”

Parents that come into the Bair organization issue a statement of faith and help nurture the child's faith. “And really praying for those kids … we have seen it make a huge difference in kids' lives, and we've seen kids really embrace Christianity because it's never been offered to

them before,” she said. “When they see that forgiveness and they are able to forgive their biological parents because they have Christ in them.

We see them improve leaps and bounds.”

A major aspect of running a foster-care agency is recruiting, and Pattullo says their best advertisement is by word-of-mouth. She said when new parents are recruited this way, they have a more realistic perception of what it takes to foster children and are more informed.

“They see the amount of work that goes into it. Our foster parents kind-of inadvertently prepare [recruits] when it is a word-of-mouth recruitment because they really see the everyday, real issues,” she reports. However, to be a licensed therapeutic foster parent for Bair involves a lot of training. Parents are trained to prepare them for any possible situation: behavior intervention tactics, psychotropic medicine monitoring and serious incident training. The training process takes 60 to 90 days to complete before that home is allowed to foster. “They have all kinds of preparation before a child is placed in their home,” Pattullo expounded.

The placement process is much more intricate and involves coordination and planning that must occur speedily. The process begins when an investigator gets a report or goes to check on a home and discovers the children need to be removed. Once the children are removed from the home, the investigator alerts the Centralized Placement Unit (CPU) that the children must be placed immediately.

The CPU searches all the provider vacancies in the area and calls them to inquire to fill a vacancy. The CPU gets the details on the possible foster home and relays it to the social worker or investigator with the children and makes a decision.

When a foster home is assigned, the foster care agency must locate the children to place in their new home – which can be tricky. “There's the waiting game of, OK, where are the kids? Does the investigator need to pick them up? Do they have any clothes? Do they need to be fed,” Pattullo remarked. “We get kids lugging suitcases in – usually it's in trash bags, unfortunately. Some of them come in with [only] the clothes on their back because CPS removed them quickly because it was an instant danger situation.”

CPS takes the children to their new foster home. The Bair social service worker that is assigned to the case meets the CPS worker at the home to assist in placement. “We talk with the kids, let them see the home, let them walk around, let them ask any questions they need to ask. And then we leave,” she explained. Foster parents have lots of continued on pg. 137

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Continued from pg. 134 requirements once they are fostering children. The agency follows-up with the parents the next day to make sure everything went smoothly the first night. “Then, we monitor the home. We go into our regular routine of monitoring the home twice a month, making phone calls twice a month; checking in and additional training,” Pattullo said.

Some children leave that particular home the next day. Some children may stay in one home for six years. It all depends on the permanency plan of the child which, unfortunately, has many factors.

Were the biological parents of the child first time-offenders? Have multiple children been removed from their custody already? Do they have failed attempts at regaining custody on record?

Oftentimes the reasons of removal from the biological homes are unimaginable. “Neglect is a really strong one: neglectful supervision.

We've had toddlers picked up that were wandering down the highway … or they'll find kids in a home that are taking care of each other because the parents are nowhere to be found – like a 6-year-old and a 2-year old are trying to take care of each other for three or four days at a time,” Pattullo said. “The other thing, unfortunately, that we see – I don't know the percentage – is sexual abuse. We get a lot.”

Not only does Bair meet the minimum standards for foster care agencies in the state of Texas, they also have the prestigious COA accreditation. “We're what's called COA (Council On Accreditation) accredited. COA accreditation means that the Bair foundation has met standards that are above and beyond the regular state minimum standards,” said Pattullo. For example, the state minimum standards may require something in 30 days, but COA will require it in 20 days.

To maintain COA accreditation, the agency must also maintain those standards, monitor their homes and do additional training.

The Foundation itself is funded through the state. Foster parents do get a per diem to help offset living expenses and all foster children receive Star Health (Medicaid) to cover medical expenses. However, neither of these cover extra curricular activities and extra expenses which, Pattullo emphasized, are very important for foster children.

“We want them to be as normal kids as possible. We want them to be able to go to school, be a cheerleader or be in the band.”

“So, Food Fast came to us over 10 years ago and Jay Misenheimer said, 'We see a need and want to help out. What can we do? So, they started donating in small ways in the beginning and quickly became our primary donation source,” Pattullo explained. Food Fast not only raises and donates money for Bair, they also throw a Christmas party every year for 84 foster children and 48 foster families. Their donations have helped pay for cheerleading camps, new instruments, prom dresses and yearbooks – to name a few. “They're amazing,” she exuberantly said. “Now, they've become a 501(c)3 called Food Fast Children's Charities because [Jay] is helping so many agencies. It's his heart to do that.”

Food Fast's donations have also helped the Tyler Bair office to address another issue: trash bags. “Literally, Hefty trash bags are the most common thing the kids carry their stuff around in from house to house. And it's sad when you see it,” Pattullo testified. The Tyler Bair office has invested Food Fast donations to stock a room with new duffle bags, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, Bibles, children's books and a toys. “We fill up the bag and each [new foster child] gets a bag and it serves two purposes. One: it gives them something that's their own and it gives them something that's clean and not damaged … second, maybe the next time they go somewhere or move or move to their next house or move back home – they'll have a bag of their very own. We're happy to provide that.”

Currently, a staff of about 10 manages and monitors all the Bair foster families and children throughout the East Texas area to provide children with a safe home until they reach their permanency plan. And while the foster system is often misunderstood, Pattullo says if you ask any foster parent they will tell you that it is very rewarding. She added, “It's really just trying to put families together and give children opportunities they didn't have before.”

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S ' L O O SCH OUT! EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES ON A BUDGET

Nothing captures the exhilaration of summer vacation quite like blasting Alice Cooper’s famous hit and hearing the hook: “... School’s out for summer! School’s out forever!” For children, the anticipation of summertime is like nothing else. Long days of no school to do whatever you want: play with friends, watch TV, play video games, go on family vacations – even trips to visit grandparents. It is the best time of year.

However, for parents, the approach of summer can be anxietyridden. How do you possibly entertain your children for the next two months straight? Not to mention, filling their summer with educational yet economical activities that are not only adventurous but also that will keep their mind energized and ready for the approaching school year.

Discovery Science Place Deputy Executive Director, Vel Williamson, explains that it is important to incorporate educational activities into the summer months. “Studies show that, due to the ‘summer slide,’ teachers spend the majority of the first semester of each new school year bringing kids back to the current grade-level thinking,” Williamson said. “By providing activities that encourage a child’s natural curiosity, we are able to keep children’s minds active and hopefully engage some of the educational principles that have been or will be taught in the upcoming school year.”

And these activities aren’t only beneficial because of the educational implications. They can be important bonding experiences for parents and children. Zoe Lawhorn, Public Relations/Marketing Coordinator for the Tyler Museum of Art said that doing educational activities with your children can open other doors. “By being a part of your child’s educational experiences, you can build on the experience by creating projects to do at home. By participating with your child, you show them by example that education is a priority and that you are a partner for your child in his or her education.”

“We have incredible resources here for families and I think that some of the top destinations are the Discovery Science Place, the Caldwell Zoo, and of course, the Tyler Museum of Art,” Lawhorn informed. “There’s just nothing like having an interactive experience with art, science and biology!”

Enrolling your child in an educational day camp is another great way to keep older children occupied during the summer months.

Lawhorn offers tips for parents new to summer camps or the area. “My advice would be to start with organizations who have great reputations and who consider educational programming to be a foundational element of their mission all year-round, not just over the summer.” She emphasized that organizations such as TMA, DSP and the Caldwell Zoo have educational staff members that develop curriculum for campers, which Lawhorn said gets the children a top-notch experience.

Here are educational activities that are both fun for the family and won’t break the bank.

Brookshire’s World Of Wildlife Museum & Country Store Summer Hours: Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., General Admission: Free Features: Indoor Museum, Outdoor Playground, Country Store www.brookshiresmuseum.com Boasting an afternoon of air conditioning with economical and educational exhibits, the Brookshire’s World of Wildlife Museum and Country Store contains over 450 preserved animals in their natural habitat that are close enough to touch (but please don’t). The original exhibit began in 1975 in the lobby of the Brookshire Grocery Co. office complex to display animals from from Wood T. and Louise Brookshire’s African safaris. In 1990, the current museum was opened. In 2003, it was remodeled and additional animals were added from collections of Wayne Scogins and the late Dr. Dan H. Eames.

The museum has a special focus on North American and African animals including a North American Bird Exhibit, African Animals Exhibit and an Aquatic Exhibit. Just some of the life-size animals include polar bear, caribou, seal, elk, mountain lion, ostrich, lion, giraffe, zebra, leopard, dolphin and sailfish. Over 40,000 visitors tour the museum every year and are able to view the exotic and native animals in natural surroundings.

The newest animals on exhibit include a roadrunner, three baby armadillos, a ring-tailed cat, and an indigo bunting bird and a painted bunting bird. Another great feature, is the adjoining park that is available for picnics and parties. The Museum also features a 1920s

Country Store filled with regularly-stocked goods from the era.

Brookshire Museum Supervisor, Tina Saxon, says lots of groups from all over the area (YMCA, church groups and day cares) come to visit the museum, which is open every day but Mondays and Sundays.

The Museum is available for birthdays parties by reservation only, and guided tours. Groups of 15 or more are requested to make reservations.

The playground area includes a 1952 firetruck and a restored train caboose and a 1926 tractor. The outdoor playground also includes a shaded picnic area.

Caldwell Zoo Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (through Labor Day) General Admission: ages 3-12 $6, ages 13-54 $9.50 Features: Ed-Zoo-cation Ed-venture camps, Zoo-niversity Camp, daily activities scheduled www.caldwellzoo.org Wether you want to plan a family day or you are interested in summer camps, the Caldwell Zoo is a longtime attraction of generations. A vision of David King Caldwell, which began in 1937, the official Caldwell Zoo opened its doors in 1953. Some of the animals in the original Caldwell Zoo included a chimp and a lion, both retired television professionals. Since its opening, the zoo has undergone many additions both to its grounds and its inhabitants. The zoo has also collaborated with other institutions on several projects and in 1991 produced the world’s first cheetah cub conceived through artificial insemination. Currently, the newest addition to the zoo is the Black Bear Exhibit which opened in March.

In 2010, over 288,595 visited the over 2,000 animals located on the 85-acre zoo. However, the wonderful thing about Caldwell Zoo is it has innumerable educational camps, activities and special events for almost any interest/inquiries a child might have into the animals at Caldwell. Their Summer Ed-Zoo-cation Ed-ventures are age appropriate “ed-ventures” that include animal information, time on zoo grounds, art activities, games, and close encounters with touchable small animals.

Half day camps are held from 9 a.m.-noon ($60 members, $75 non-members). Full-day camps are held from 9a.m.-3p.m. ($100 members, $125 non-members). Numerous camps are geared to specific age groups from ages 4-5 all the way to 12-16. Just some of the camps available: “Lions, Tigers and Bears! Oh My!” which introduces ages 6-8 to the big animals at the zoo; “What’s cookin” lets ages 9-11 cook up eats for the animals and each other.

One of the most popular camps, Zoo-niversity Camp, is a threeday and two-night camp for high-school aged students and is an opportunity to work alongside the professional zoo staff. Art camps sponsored by the Tyler Museum of Art and Caldwell Zoo are also held throughout the summertime. Registration and information is updated daily at www.caldwellzoo.org.

Scott Maddox, Assistant Director for the Caldwell Zoo offers an insider’s tip: he encourages zoo patrons to call ahead and find out what is scheduled at the zoo that day (schedule changes from day-to-day so it is not posted on the web). The daily schedule includes meal times: such as penguin and alligator feedings, as well as chances to meet the the zoo keepers.

Discovery Science Place Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.

General Admission: $6 Features: Scientific hands-on exhibits, Camp Discovery www.discoveryscienceplace.org Recognized as one of the Top 25 Science Centers in the nation

by Parents Magazine, DSP offers year-round experiences developed to ignite curiosity in young minds through fun and hands-on exploration.

The 20,000 square foot museum features three exhibit halls with over 200 hands-on activities. DSP is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and began as a project of the Junior League of Tyler, Inc. The museum is currently affiliated with the American Science Technology Centers (ASTC) and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and has been ranked by Parents Magazine as one of the top 25 Science Centers BSCENEMAG.CO M

in the nation.

Just some of the exhibits on display right now include: Dig Pit Adventure: DINOSAUR, a Mesoamerican Rock Climbing Wall, and the Joyce Buford Hometown USA, which is a child-size community where children can role-play and explore. For the summer of 2011, the museum is featuring a traveling exhibition, Amusement Park Science, which features 12 hands on activities including Create-a-Coaster, bumper cars and interactive kiosks. Perfect for the whole family, this exhibit explores the physics behind the fun at amusement parks.

Another summer activity offered by DSP is Camp Discovery.

Open to children ages 4 through 12, Williamson explained that in the camp, children learn endless ways to explore and engage in dynamic hands-on math and science-based activities. This week-long day camp runs June 27 through Aug. 12 for the summer of 2011.

Tyler Museum Of Art Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.

Exhibition Admission: Free Features: Indoor Exhibits and Activities, Summer Art Camps, Family Day Activities and the Museum Café www.tylermuseum.org Channel your child’s enthusiasm for comic books and superheroes at TMA’s newest exhibit Remember When: Marvels and Memories from the Collection of Dr. James Clark. The exhibit includes over 500 items ranging from movie posters and memorabilia from the �40s and �50s to era movie posters and memorabilia to historical items from World Wars I and II. "Remember When" will be on exhibit through Aug. 14. Visitors are always invited to stay for lunch at the Museum Café (open Tues. through Fri. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) and browse through the TMA Gift Shop. The museum also has Family Days on the second Saturday of every month with free art activities for children from 2-4 p.m. Lawhorn said one of the greatest things about this activity: it’s indoors in air conditioning.

The Museum’s 40 year operation began as a project of the Tyler Service League, now called the Junior League of Tyler. They officially opened the doors of the Museum in 1971 and TMA operates as a nonprofit with a Board of Trustees. The museum contains two exhibition galleries (along with a gift shop and café, with it’s permanent collection including over 1,200 paintings, prints sculpture and photographs.

In addition to featured exhibits, TMA also offers 11 camps during the summer months that educate in both the visual arts and fine art techniques. Campers choose from two camps: one camp is held at the TMA and incorporates the current exhibitions of Remember When and Legacy Of Love & Freedom: Quilt Paintings by Sedrick Huckaby. The second camp takes campers through the TMA and the Caldwell Zoo. Camp details are listed at tylermuseum.org.

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Vacations can be stressful. For families with children, not only does it include packing yourself and your spouse, but also packing the children, getting all their laundry done, and more. However, there’s one thing that most people should’t have to worry about while they are on vacation: protecting your crib – especially while you are gone for an extended time. Of course, crib means your house – your castle. While most don’t want to contemplate the ‘what ifs,’ the fact is: your home is most vulnerable when it is empty and you are hundreds of miles away.

While most don’t want to contemplate the ‘what ifs,’ the fact is: your home is most vulnerable when it is empty and you are hundreds of miles away.

It doesn’t take a genius to figure it out. In fact, even the two bonehead burglars depicted in the “Home Alone” sagas had it figured out. Anytime the house is empty it is especially susceptible. Thankfully, there are some things you can do to make your residence less attractive to robbers. Our experts offer some insider tips to safeguard your crib.

No one knows the habits of criminals better than the police department. Longview Police Department Public Information Officer, Kristie Brian, explains that and empty house is ideal for crime. She says that more burglaries and break-ins actually happen during the day when people are at work and the house is empty than at night. The first cue nobody is home: mail.

Mail, newspapers and magazines that are turning into a pile in the driveway or mailbox is a large red flag signaling – empty!

Mail, newspapers and magazines that are turning into a pile in the driveway or mailbox are a large red flag signaling – empty! The easiest thing to do is have all mail and newspaper delivery stopped during the vacation. Or, if it is a brief period of time that you will be gone, simply have a trustworthy neighbor gather your newspaper out of the driveway in the morning and check your mailbox in the afternoon. This will ensure the mail doesn’t collect all day.

Another tip Brian offers, is to hire a house sitter. “Have a trusted friend or relative stop by periodically and open the house, garage, turn on the lights and even move the cars around.” This will keep the house from looking stagnant and will convince anyone keeping watch that someone is there on a regular basis.

Brian’s fourth tip for keeping your crib safe is to have the local police department watch your address while you are gone. You can call the local PD and have a ‘vacation watch’ placed for your residence. A local officer will check on the home will the homeowners are away and make sure everything is normal. Another tip that may seem a little out of the ordinary is to make arrangements for the yard to be maintained as normal. “Make sure the grass is mowed just prior to leaving and if the homeowner is going to be gone for an extended period make arrangements for the lawn to be maintained as normal,” Brian explained. “Don’t necessarily tell the lawn care company that you will be out of town.”

Another tip Brian offers, is to hire a house sitter. “Have a trusted friend or relative stop by periodically and open the house, garage, turn on the lights and even move the cars around.” This will keep the house from looking stagnant and will convince anyone keeping watch that someone is there on a regular basis.

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Her final tip: don’t advertise on social media that you will be out of town. Details like: where you are, and when you will be returning tips that your home will be vacant. Don’t be temped to put posts on Facebook saying: “I’m so excited about our trip,” or “On the beach in Destin.” Brian says, “The fewer people that know you are on vacation the better.”

A final tip: don't advertise on social media that you will be out of town. Details like: where you are, when you will be returning tips that your home will be vacant.

Another view from a home-security stance is the perspective of a home builder. Gary Bayless, President of Bayless Custom Homes Inc. says there are several features he builds into homes and suggests to homeowners to prevent burglaries. Bayless says “I always included the security factors in when we are designing a up to and including ‘safe’ rooms in case of tornados.” Alarms are a must, Bayless recommends, to alert of any danger. This includes: monitored alarm systems, fire alarms, glass break alarms.

For outdoor and backyard protection, motion sensors and flood lights can help deter any intruders. He also recommends to keep all exterior lights on timers so they are on at night. Make sure to cover/ hide any outdoor items such as flatscreen TVs and grills. Bayless said, “Unfortunately exterior motion detection is about the only way to keep these type of things protected. "The downside is that sometimes blowing leaves can set them off."

He also suggests to make sure all windows and doors are securely locked. If you have a door that sticks or, even worse, one that doesn’t quite catch – before the trip is definitely the time to get it fixed. He also suggests, “It is always a good idea to turn washing machine water connections off. Make sure your alarm company knows how to reach you.”

You can call the local PD and have a ‘vacation watch’ placed for your residence.

Jim Toman of Jim Toman Insurance says that if you work hard all day to afford your house and everything in it, it makes sense keep it protected while you are away. He offers some final tips to keep your home safe. Make sure all appliances are turned off. Double check all locks before leaving the house. Let trustworthy neighbors know how long you will be out of town. Make sure they have your cell phone to contact you in case of any suspicious activity. Also let them know if you are expecting any maintenance on your home while you are gone. Let them know who is coming and on what day. You can also leave a radio on tuned into a talk show station. To intruders, it might sound like someone is in the house.

For outdoor and backyard protection, motion sensors and flood lights can help deter any intruders.

And a final tip that can be used for Christmastime, birthdays and even vacations is done on a daily basis by many people. Brian says when a homeowner gets a new electronic item (or something of great value) that comes in a large box, do not place the box in tact by the curb for trash pick up. This is an advertisement to burglars: “Look what I just bought that is now in my house.” She recommends to tear the box up and place it inside the trash bin or dispose in a landfill or public dumpster.

by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com

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WHO WANTS TO BE

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As far back as the first Olympic Games, athletes were being developed into celebrities because, let's face it, there wasn't much to do in ancient Greece … so you might as well spend your time following the details of your favorite runner and hoping that you'll get a chance to meet him after the race and say something impressive.

IT'S NOT MUCH DIFFERENT THAN THE PRO SPORTS FANS OF TODAY WHO CAN RECITE ESOTERIC DETAILS OF THEIR FAVORITE PLAYER'S LIFE AND CAREER. The main thing that's changed is how much money you'll spend to watch the big game. Have you priced Superbowl tickets lately?

As athletes gave way to entertainers, we witnessed the birth of the 'Rock Star' which remains a vital part of pop culture today. The rock star character is usually a musical artist who did something different than others and rose to fame due to their unique style. Sometimes this style is manifest in their music or singing, but in the 21st century, creating a unique fashion style might be all you need to become a musical celebrity.

Example number one, the all too obvious Lady GaGa, whose ability to sing or play an instrument is overshadowed by the ridiculous Paris runway costumes. Example number two: the international superstar DJ Deadmau5 (say dead-mouse) with his insane head gear that resembles an oversized robot mouse. Sure, his producing skills and DJ talent are as good as the next guy, but the mouse head is why people remember him. Example number three, Nicki Minaj, and the countless string of alter-egos that she's created. Not only a chameleon with her physical appearance, but also her complicated group of imaginary aliases, including Roman Zolanski.

IT'S EASY TO DISMISS THIS NONSENSE UNTIL I TELL YOU THAT SHE'S THE FIRST ARTIST TO HAVE SEVEN SONGS SIMULTANEOUSLY IN THE BILLBOARD HOT 100 CHART … EVER! One of the most archetypal celebrities in the past two centuries was George Gordon Byron. His work was known not only throughout his birthplace of England, but soon in neighboring countries and eventually around the world.

REGARDED AS THE FIRST MODERN-STYLE CELEBRITY, GEORGE HAD ALL THE STEREOTYPICAL TRAPPINGS OF A ROCK STAR: FLAMBOYANT BEHAVIOR, VOLATILE TEMPER, WORLD TRAVELS, CRUSHING FINANCIAL DEBT AND MORALLY QUESTIONABLE RELATIONSHIPS. What he also had was a large number of extremely loyal friends and a public who was fascinated by his eccentric exploits. His penchant for self-promotion would impress the best marketing agencies today. What makes this celebrity most notable to me is his particular art form. He wasn't a singer, actor or dancer. The thing that compelled nations to honor him during his life and even after his death, were the words he used when writing poetry.

THE MAN WHOSE LIFE INSPIRED BRITISH POP BAND DEAD OR ALIVE'S 1987 ALBUM AND WAS DESCRIBED BY LADY CAROLINE LAMB AS “MAD, BAD AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW” WAS THE POET YOU REMEMBER AS LORD BYRON. I don't know what it is about our culture that makes us so curious about celebrities. Maybe it's the hope that someday you might be one.

Given the recent eruption of TV shows designed to create celebrities, it is now more possible than ever. The other possibility is that you believe celebrities are somehow special or better than the average person, and you want to learn more about them.

EITHER WAY, I SUSPECT YOU'RE GOING TO BE DISAPPOINTED WHEN YOU GET YOUR WISH. MOST PEOPLE WHO FIND PERSONAL FAME SOON DISCOVER THAT IT'S TOO MUCH TO HANDLE AND THEY SHY AWAY FROM IT. SOMETIMES GRACEFULLY, OTHER TIMES DRASTICALLY. For everyone hoping to meet their celebrity hero, remember that the larger-than-life persona that appeals to you will collapse the moment you shake hands and realize they're human too. Closing thought: adulation is a one-way relationship. So, don't invest all your emotions in someone who doesn't even know you!

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When I was a little girl, there were a few things I wished for at every penny water fountain.

I wished that I could convince my dad that a pony would fit nicely in our suburban Detroit backyard; that a piano would be a nice addition in our 1,500- square-foot home and that putting me in dance lessons would eventually pay him back ten-fold when I made it on "Solid Gold" – remember that show?

While none of those wishes came to be, one did, somewhat, come true in recent months when I was asked to be a part of this year’s 2011 Dancing with the Tyler Stars ensemble.

For a brief moment, I thought my wish of dancing finally had come true until I realized I would be out of town the day of the event. While I had to decline, I wasn’t back at the penny fountain wishing away just yet.

If you don’t know about Dancing with the Tyler Stars, it’s a popular ballroom dancing gala competition benefiting Tyler AIDS Services – a non-profit organization working with and assisting people with HIV/AIDS and their families by creating opportunities to improve and enhance their quality of life. It serves a 32 county area.

Now in its sixth year, the October event asks local stars to donate their time and talent learning various ballroom dances like the Waltz and Swing with experienced dance partners who are also donating their time preparing contestants for the event from spring until fall.

At the helm of the instruction is Sal Landeros, a two-time National Champion who owns, Sal’s Tyler Dance Studio. He offers all forms of dance instruction including: Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Country Western, Wedding Party and Competitions. He’s been an integral part of the event each year and this year is no exception, as he guides the 2011 Tyler celebrity participants including BSCENE’s-own, Holly Head. The rest of the group includes: Mary Elizabeth Jackson, Angela Moss, Kim Tomio, Tony Cruz, Jose Feliciano, Alan Jackson and Larry Lott. This year’s dancer partners are: Mundo Villapudua, Chip Clark, Michael Roberts, Stepp Sydnor, If you would like to invite V to be a part of your event or would like to help host a V in the City soiree, please email info@h3-media.com.

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Courtney Allison, Yvette Brunette, Amy Love and Sal’s daughters Rachel and Raven Landeros.

Last year's event raised $52,000 – the most in the event's history. Since this is such an important fundraiser for our community and about 400 are in attendance each year, I thought I’d take the opportunity to go behind the scenes to understand how the Stars of the event transform into amateur, competitive dancers in such a short span of time for this V in the City.

So, I asked Sal if I could attend the Stars’ second rehearsal on June 18.

When I arrived at his dance studio, contestants were already hard at work learning a few of the first, main steps of the Waltz – a dance each competitor has to master for the competition in addition to a dance of their choice. He worked with the group dividing up the men and the ladies, and breaking down each step, first, by demonstrating it and then having each group-shadow him. He then placed a dance partner with a Star to get a feel for how the steps would come together with music, doing it over and over until each became comfortable with the steps and the rhythm.

The rehearsal was about an hour, but it only took a few minutes to see that each competitor was having fun, but also taking the instruction very seriously. They did a great job, and while I may be a bit biased, Holly is one to watch out for!

The following week, Sal kindly provided me with a mini, one-on-one dance lesson. The experience enabled me to understand not only how Sal and the other dance partners are working with the Stars, but it helped me in understanding just how a student can so quickly learn a fullfledged dance in a short span of time.

Sal says dancing is as easy as walking. I didn’t believe him at first, especially since I have never been a very coordinated girl. But, I quickly came to believe him, when he had my hips swaying and my feet Salsa-ing! It was the most fun experience I’ve had in a long time, made more special knowing that a worthy cause was behind my childhood wish finally coming true.

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$489,900 - #9 Oak Forest Live on the course at Oak Forest Country Club! Total updated/ remodeled/decorated. On 1 acre/wrought iron fenced lot!

Theater room, 2 fireplaces, windows across back, for views of the golf course! Large living w/vaulted ceiling open to dining and kitchen. Oversize master.

3-car garage. Call Trina Griffith 903.736.3754. Interior photos at summersrealestategroup.com

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ing $397,600 1208 Lesley Ln 4/2.5/3 w/ upstairs gameroom.

All bdrms lower level. Great area for commuting to all areas of town. Kitchen w/ large pantry, granite countertops, breakfast bar and built in wine rack.

Hickory hand-shaved wood floors, carpeted bedrooms.

Large master bed/bath. Split bedroom w/ Jack and Jill bath.

Private backyard PT ISD Call Jason Murray (903) 738-9512.

$245,000 Lake Cherokee - A perfect place to get away for the weekends. 2 story with good waterfront not far from open water yet far enough to remain quiet and peaceful. Bottom floor has the kitchen, dining and living area, second floor has the master and second bedroom.

Nice pier extending into the water, perfect for swimming or docking your boat. Call Jason Murray at (903) 738-9512.

185 Alexis $434,900 - New Construction by Builder Scott Newland. Wide plank wood floors, 4 bdrms all on 1st level! 3.1 baths, 3 car garage, 2 living areas, study, bonus room. Covered patio. On 1.2 acre lot, Gated Subdivision in Hallsville ISD and Longview address! Call Trina Griffith at 903.736.3754. Interior photos at summersrealestategroup.com.

412 Amberwood – 139,999.

This 3/3/2 is just fabulous and ready to move in ... comes with fridge, washer and dryer..

This is a 55-and-over neighborhood. Call Lynn Haney at 903.245.9289.

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Savings To The MAXX! I'm not sure if you noticed beyond the exclusive use of capital letters, but there are two Xs, as well as an exclamation point in the title of this article. I am trying to convey to you, dear reader, the level of savings at play here, as well as the levels of excitement these savings can and do bring. We're going to jump into something that gets people riled up. Not faith or politics or even horoscopes (I've already learned that lesson).

This issue, I've decided to tackle the topic of extreme couponing. I'd suspect that a lot of heads reading those words did that slow, sideways tilt.

That's the tilt that, when combined with a narrowing of the eyes, is used when you hear someone say something ridiculous from across the room or on television (think of a puppy). Or, as now, you use the tilt when you read something that seems a bit foreign. I'll say this though, probably far fewer of you tilted than you would have even three months ago due to the eponymous show on TLC. So to begin – what is extreme couponing? Is it using giant, 12-foot scissors to clip savings from the Sunday paper while being timed by judges?

Is it searching the Internet for holiday deals on your iPhone while skydiving or riding a wakeboard? That's extreme, but not quite right.

Extreme couponing is basically taking the concept of using coupons – found online, in the paper, in the mail – and using them to their absolute maximum value. Sounds fairly simple and straightforward, right? Wrong.

This is a full-time, up-at-dawn, newspaper-combing, Internettrawling ordeal that takes more planning than overthrowing a small government. The people who do this (well) get stacks of newspapers, write in for as many coupon booklets as they are allowed, search international coupon websites continuously and generally scour the entire surface of the earth looking for whatever deal can be had. If this all sounds like an unmanageable amount of information, you'd be spot on. That's why these folks have notebooks upon notebooks, intricate filing systems, computer spreadsheets and probably some sort of library only accessible with an abacus and an original copy of the Thrifty Nickel. The gathering of materials takes – at the very least – weeks. Yep, that's day after day after mind-numbing day of what amounts to a second grade art class project.

Imagine explaining that stress injury to a specialist: “Well doctor, this

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pain in my wrist all started in my 37th hour of cutting out two-for-one vouchers for Little Debbie snack cakes. Doctor! Could you please stop laughing!”

Then, you've got the actual assault on the grocery stores, malls and other outlets. The scope of the shopping is something to behold, truly.

These people stack cart after cart to the ceiling, like they are buying the Octomom's groceries for the next decade. Now comes the amazing part – the part that snares casual observers and potentially maniacal shoppers.

Through use of coupons, in-store specials and careful timing, these bargain hunters are able to purchase literally thousands of dollars worth of products at a vastly reduced rate – like paying $5 instead of $1,500.

And who isn't a fan of that?!

But, there is a central and glaring problem with this type of shopping. Can you guess what it is? That's right folks … the shopper is at the mercy of the coupons. That means you'd better hope you need 37 tubes of toothpaste and 74 bottles of spicy mustard, in case that's what happens to be on sale. Saving money isn't a bad thing at all – but what does it matter if you end up with 500 unused packs of diapers? I can spend the same $50 and end up with bread, milk and other items I might actually use. Sometimes these professional coupon clippers use their powers for good, and donate items to the Salvation Army or to people who send care packages to U.S. troops abroad. However, far more of them stack these unused items in garages, basements, attics and almost any other available space. I get the feeling we're looking into the future at the cast of upcoming seasons of A&E's “Hoarders.”

Just like so many other activities and behaviors, for many of these extreme couponers the shopping has become a compulsion. They don't need closets full of mouthwash – but that won't stop them from spending a week planning how they can manage to buy that much for just pennies on the dollar. And honestly, it's not surprising at all that this phenomenon is gaining popularity. You could argue for days about what America is and what it is not – but it is beyond discussion that we are consumers of the highest order. Maybe the only surprising thing about “Extreme Couponing” is that it hasn't happened sooner.

by William Knous, wknous@h3-media.com B S C E N E M AG.COM