Out & About

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MAY 3

The Goat Run

It starts at Flagpole Hill with runners’ choice of 5 or 10k. Following the human run, four teams — which combine man and goat — compete. It is all in an effort to raise money for nonprofits Seed Effect and Empower Sudan, which benefit the war and famine-affected South Sudan region of Africa. (Top fund-raisers over the past several months won the opportunity to race with goats). For the goatless, the 10k promises to be one of the toughest in Texas, and special prizes will be awarded to those who climb our neighborhood’s steepest hill the fastest. Flagpole Hill, 8100 Doran, thegoatrun.com, $20-$45

May 2014

May 26

Camp Sweeney 5k and Art & Play Festival

This annual race and after-party offers hours of activity and entertainment for Lake Highlands families and also serves a worthy cause. The 5k, at 8 a.m., is a fundraiser for scholarships to Camp Sweeney, a renowned summer camp for diabetes-diagnosed youths. The post-race party features a local-art show, face painting, food trucks, rides, games and vendors sharing information about Camp Sweeney, diabetes and related issues. It’s free and sponsored by the Lake Highlands Public Improvement District (which you can read more about on p. 11).

Lake Highlands Town Center, 7100 Wildcat Way, campsweeney.org or lhpid.org, race registration $30-$35

MAY 7-24

‘Equally Divided’

Enjoy this comedy about trying to do the right thing when there is an estate to settle.

Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther, 214.670.8749, dallasculture.org/ bathhouseculturecenter, $10-$15

MAY 17

Pancake breakfast

Dine at the annual White Rock Kiwanis pancake breakfast from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Proceeds help fund the White Rock Center of Hope, scholarships for Bryan Adams High School seniors, coloring books and crayons for Children’s Medical Center and other community services. Lakeside Baptist Church, 9150 Garland Road, call Lloyd Marquis at 214.341.0985 for more information, $5

Presidential paintings

The 43rd President’s exhibit, “The Art of Leadership: A President’s Personal Diplomacy” features more than two dozen painted portraits of world leaders. The exhibit offers George W. Bush’s personal perspective on his relationships with them. Museum hours are 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday.

George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd, 214.346.1650, bushcenter.org, $16

MAY 12

Wings for Wellness expo

Wings for Wellness is a nonprofit founded by Lake Highlands women and dedicated to raising awareness about postpartum depression. The foundation’s annual exhibition features more than 25 vendors focused on pregnancy, motherhood, babies, mental and physical health, and related themes. The event is open to the public and runs 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Fellowship Dallas, 9330 N. Central, wingsforwellness.org, free

MAY 18

White Rock East Garden Tour & Artisans

Stop and smell some roses during this self-guided tour through neighborhood gardens from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and appreciate local art along the way. Shop the plant sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Alex Sanger Elementary School. Buy tickets in advance online or at any garden on the tour.

whiterockgardentour.org, pre-sale tickets $12 (May 3-17), day of tour tickets $15

May 3

THROUGH JUNE 1

‘Charlotte’s Web’

Meet Wilbur, the “radiant” and “humble” pig, his savior Charlotte, and all their lovable barnyard neighbors, as envisioned by the pros at Dallas Children’s Theater. Enjoyed by ages 5 and older.

Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, dct.org, 214.740.0051, $13-$26

Native Plants and Prairies Day

Join the North Texas Master Naturalists for their second annual Native Plants and Prairies Day from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The day includes performances by the Dallas Storytellers Guild, more than 20 entertaining and educational vendors, a 30-minute wildflower and bug tour at 10:30 a.m., and informational speakers every half hour. Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther, 214.670.8749, dallasculture.org/bathhouseculturecenter, free

Storm damage to your roof? June 13th is the deadline to replace it.

A couple weeks ago, the Dallas area hunkered down while baseball-sized hail and high winds took us by storm. Downtown was spared, but that wasn’t the case in 2012. Many people remember that terrible Texas storm a few years ago. Davette Cheney with Metal Roofs of Texas will never forget.

“I had just moved to Dallas from Oklahoma and I thought I wouldn’t have to deal with all the crazy weather anymore.”

What many Dallas residents don’t know is that after a storm, homeowners may only have up to two years to file an insurance claim for any roof damage. For those with damage from 2012, that potential deadline is fast approaching –June 13.

And Cheney’s team is letting residents know that after this date, any damage found to your roof might be considered “wear and tear,” and the insurance companies won’t have to give you a dime.

“We’re trying to remind folks not to let this potential deadline pass,” Cheney says. Metal Roofs of Texas also is letting Dallas residents know that insurance companies are starting to push homeowners into putting a cosmetic endorsement on their policy that would exclude almost all hail damage to roofs.

“They are trying to limit risk as much as possible,” Cheney says, “which puts you at risk more than ever before. It’s important to know your policy, and if you believe you have damage to your roof from a prior storm then we’re here to help. We offer a complimentary damage evaluation to all of our customers.”

Cheney boasts that Metal Roofs’ “Interlock Roofing System” can withstand up to a grapefruit-sized hailstone.

“It will withstand 165-mph winds, increase your curb appeal, is more energy efficient and saves you money on your electric bill.” www.metalroofsoftexas.com

Plus, residents will be prepared if or when grapefruits start falling from the Dallas sky.

Metal Roofs of Texas is one of the largest residential metal roofing companies in North America and the exclusive, certified vendor of this type of roof in Texas. The company focuses on high-end homes and tries to eliminate hassles for homeowners.

So don’t wait for the next hailstorm, and certainly don’t wait past June 13 to take advantage of insurance premiums you pay month after month.