November 2014

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Contents November 2014

Highlights

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28 Conversation: David Cook

The mayor of Mansfield talks about how his city has rapidly transformed into one of the best places to live in the country.

32 The BGCA turns 55!

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Arlington Inc. celebrates an important birthday this year. Here’s a look at how the clubs continue to change lives.

36 Building a better Arlington

On the Cover

The upcoming bond election focuses on four proposals designed to enhance the quality of living in the city.

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40 Santa Claus is coming to town

Our Thanksgiving cover pictorial on page 24 offers a visual tour of breathtaking sights in the Arlington/ Mansfield/Kennedale/Southwest Grand Prairie area, as well as Thanksgiving thoughts from a variety of local residents. The cover photo was taken at C&W Antiques, which specializes in antiques, fine art and furnishings. Highlights include an English solid oak table with English-style transfer ware, Reed & Barton silverware and antique candlelabras. On the back wall is a large antique French Audubon tapestry. Among items on the French antique sideboard are John Alexander lamps and an antique French Moreau Bronze.

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The Parks at Arlington is one of five spots nationwide that will host DreamPlace, an interactive holiday extravaganza created by DreamWorks Animations.

42 World class – with credentials

Byron Carlson is keeping watch over one of the great cars of all time, the 1932 MG J2.

48 MPAC’s impact

For the past decade, this all-women group has been dedicated to making Arlington better.

52 Winter Wonderlands

Departments Starting Line ... 10 This ‘n data ... 12 Scene ... 19, 51, 59, 71 Around Town ... 22 Style ... 46 Photo-Synthesis ... 60 Tennis Tip ... 68 Sights/Sounds ... 74 Health/Fitness ... 76 Speaking of Sports ... 78 Itinerary ... 80 Finish Line ... 82

Now is the ideal time to begin planning a 20142015 holiday vacation. Here are some great options.

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66 Home for the holidays

Three trends are shaping the holiday decorating scene this year. Find out what they are.

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Starting Line

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Yea for UTA!

Executive Publisher Judy M. Rupay

A dissertation on education • By Editor Yale Youngblood

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y oldest offspring is closing in on his second degree, in engineering at the University of Texas Arlington. He says he has been challenged to a satisfying level. More than that, he feels fully prepared, thanks to his UTA experience, to address whatever rigors the real world offers. That would seem an accurate assessment, given the fact that the real world has already offered an internship, a part-time job and now full-time employment in his chosen field. Bottom line: UTA gets an “A.” Probably even an “A+.”

I’ll offer one more thumb’s up to the review, because Matt’s second-degree experience has proven to be a tad better than was my second-degree experience, when, for roughly a week several years ago, I toyed with the idea of getting a teaching certificate in English.

My first class was Medieval Drama. Here’s why it was also my only class: “I don’t want to be here any more than you do,” the professor in the bow tie said to open the semester. Then he said: “I love Gregorian chants, so if you decide to attend class at the times it is held, we will be listening to Gregorian chants. I would suggest that you also read your material while you’re here – or that you read your material while you’re not here. I don’t care where you read it, just read it.” Then he said nothing.

But he walked briskly toward a record player that was sitting on his desk and moved the arm from its perch toward an LP record that was already in motion, and he gently lowered the needle into the first groove of the first song.

And then I listened to my first Gregorian chant. And my second. And my third.

By that point in my life, I had already survived four years of college, so I knew that sometimes professors like to play tricks on unwitting students during the initial class period.

They say or do outrageous things to scare off the pretenders, the folks who really aren’t serious students, so that they are left with those who think they really want to learn Medieval Drama. So I decided to see if that’s what game Professor Bow Tie was playing, and I came back two days later.

Nope. He was just crazy.

The second session of Medieval Drama 101 was just like the first, only this time, we entered the classroom to the strains of the B side of the record, which to an untrained ear like mine sounded a lot like the A side of the record. I’m not going so far as to say that when you’ve heard one Gregorian chant, you’ve heard them all.

But I am going so far as to say that I don’t think I got my money’s worth from my second-degree experience, even if I got the full refund at the Drop/Add office the very next day.

Then again, maybe I did get ample buck bang. Professor Bow Tie helped convince me that I should remain a writer, and I parlayed the decision to stay in the field into a 30-plusyear career. And now I’m writing this column. Who knows, maybe someday I’ll even write something worthwhile.

I’m telling you now, though: It won’t be a Gregorian chant.

yale@arlingtontoday.com

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Timeless Concerts take to the patio THE TIMELESS CONCERTS series is taking its classical music show on the road Nov. 15 with a special performance of compositions from around the world in a new venue, the South Street Patio, 400 South St. Music from romantic movies as well as the tangos of Argentina, the art songs of France and piano pieces from Russia are included, along with operatic performances by tenor Don O’Neill LeBlanc and soprano Lucy Creech.

The concerts are usually held in the elegant Arlington Museum of Art, but show producer Lee Anne Chenoweth said she hopes the more casual South Street venue, across the street from the iconic J. Gilligan’s Restaurant, will attract an audience that might not ordinarily be exposed to the musical pieces that will be performed by violinist Chenoweth, pianist Heejung Kang and cellist Karen Maddox Smith, all of whom often perform with symphony orchestras.

The concert begins at 8 p.m. followed by a dessert/fruit/cheese buffet with soft drinks. There will also be a cash bar. After the concert, there will be live music by a pianist Lee Anne Chenoweth and vocalist for dancing. Tickets are $29 per person and $25 for persons 60 and older. As part of Chenoweth’s continuing efforts to expose youth to classical music, persons 18-22 may attend for $15, and 8-11 year olds may attend free with two paying adults. Tickets can be purchased at timelessconcerts.com or by calling (817) 303-4189.

FEMA awards Arlington funds to upgrade flood hazard info ARLINGTON HAS BEEN AWARDED $40,000 in nondisaster hazard mitigation funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The grant is part of FEMA’s Cooperating Technical Partner (CTP) program and is earmarked for efforts to maintain up-to-date flood hazard maps and other flood hazard information.

The CTP Program is an innovative approach to creating partnerships between FEMA and participating National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) communities, regional agencies, state agencies, Tribal Nations and universities that have the interest and capability to become more active participants in the FEMA flood hazard mapping program.

Fundable activities include program management, base map acquisition, scoping and outreach.

For more information on the CTP Program, visit fema.gov/cooperating-technical-partners-program.

AISD dual language/fine arts academies to tap industry experts THE ARLINGTON ISD is collaborating with industry experts to develop the programming and facilities for the dual language/fine arts academies included in the 2014 bond program.

Industry experts participating in the planning labs for these academies include individuals from The Cliburn, Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter

Museum of American Art, Casa Mañana, the University of Texas Arlington and the University of North Texas.

Teachers, staff, administrators, community members, parents and students will also participate in the labs. The groups will participate in five work sessions to develop

specifications that illustrate the goals and outcomes, activities, persons to be served, spatial relationships of program areas, equipment/technology needs and any special considerations for facilities. Work sessions will be facilitated by DeJONG-RICHTER, a nationally recognized educational facility-planning firm.

Mansfield Brings the Holidays Home

Money Magazine names Mansfield No. 17 Best Place to Live!

Make this holiday season even more memorable with a visit to Mansfield, Texas.

With a line up of special events and festivals that capture the spirit of the season, you’ll find Mansfield has something for everyone.

Fun, food and a few surprises await you at these Hometown Holidays events! Visit www.mansfieldtexas.gov for more information on all Mansfield’s events.

Hometown Holidays Tree Lighting, Holiday Market & Fireworks December 5, 2014 | 5 - 9 p.m.

City Hall

MISD Education Foundation Dallas Symphony Orchestra Christmas Concert December 7, 2014 | 7 p.m.

Mansfield ISD Center for the Performing Arts

Kiwanis Fa La La La 5K December 6, 2014 7 a.m. Registration 8:30 a.m. Race Katherine Rose Memorial Park

Winter Walk 1 mile or 5k January 24, 2015 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Katherine Rose Memorial Park

Hometown Holidays Parade December 6, 2014 | 2:30 p.m.

Historic Downtown Mansfield Mansfield Women’s Club Holiday Home Tour December 7, 2014 | 1 – 6 p.m.

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3 Scoops ...

1. City, Rangers team up again ... The Arlington City

Council recently voted to allow the Texas Rangers to use the city’s tax-exempt status to save sales taxes on an estimated $5.1 million in renovations and food and beverage equipment for a buffet area at Globe Life Park. The new dining area will go where T.G.I. Friday’s Front Row Grill was previously, above the Home Run Porch overlooking right field. Arlington owns Globe Life Park, which is leased by the Rangers. The city is not contributing financially to the renovations.

2. Smith joins MMMC team ... Dent Smith has joined Methodist Mansfield Medical Center as vice president of operations. In this new role, he is charged with enhancing focus on operational excellence and patient satisfaction as well as oversight of operational synergy with Methodist Health System. He is responsible for the coordination and leadership of many of the hospital’s clinical and nonclinical support departments as well as construction-related activities.

3. We’re No. 1! ... The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees was named 2014 Outstanding School Board of Texas by the Texas Association of School Administrators. The program honors one school board from the state’s 1,027 independent school districts that has demonstrated dedication to student achievement and that makes a consistent, concerted effort to put students first.

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Reasons we love Arlington

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Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” has featured several Arlington restaurants on the show, including Chop House Burgers, Prince Lebanese Grill and Taste of Europe.

2.

Among its 99.5 square miles of territory, 44 total miles are devoted to park trails.

3.

Nobody rocks the cello like the 440 Alliance, all of the members of which have city ties.

4.

What other Texas town draws 6.8 million visitors annually, again?

5.

Two words: Grease Monkey

Storm trooper

Lisius releases new book that could save lives STORM CHASER extraordinaire Martin Lisius has written a new book, “The Ultimate Severe Weather Safety Guide.”

The guide by the Arlington resident tells how you can protect yourself and your family from tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning, flash floods and other weather hazards.

It is available from Prairie Pictures (prairiepictures.com).

Lisius is a veteran storm chaser, producer, director and cinematographer. He is sometimes called the Storm Whisperer because of his intimate knowledge of severe weather. He has produced several documentaries about storms, including “The Chasers of Tornado Alley” for public television.

He produced “StormWatch” for the National Weather Service, which uses it to train storm spotters nationwide, and founded the Texas Severe Storms Association (TESSA), a non-profit organization dedicated to severe weather education.

AN EVENING OF

remembrance

Please join us at our candlelight services celebrating the lives of our loved ones.

Saturday, December 6, 2014 candlelight service in the chapel Two Services Offered 3:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Luminary Park Tour 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Enter the Gardens at the Randol Mill Entrance to see the Luminaries and Live Nativity Scene. From December 1st – 15th we will be accepting canned food donations in benefit of Mission Arlington.

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The cat’s meow For 65 years Arlington Animal Hospital has provided stellar pet care THE ARLINGTON Animal Hospital (AAH) has been recognized by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association as the 2014 Heritage Hospital of the Year. The award honors AAH as one of the longest-operating hospitals in the state.

The practice was established in 1948 by brothers J.M. Farrell Jr. and Don B. Farrell, and was originally known as Far-

animal practice. As the city grew, the clinic transformed into a state-of-theart small animal medicine and surgery facility.

In 1965 the practice added new examination rooms, a well-equipped surgery suite, new X-ray equipment, a large treatment room and two large kennels for boarding dogs and cats.

In 1974, Dr. Herbert Carson Schoonover bought the practice and changed the name to Arlington Animal Hospital. It received another face-lift and complete interior remodel in 1990 when Dr. Bonnie Schoonover Harris joined her father at the practice. Dr. Schoonover and Dr. Harris practiced together for a decade, but in 2001 she took sole ownership when Dr. Schoonover died after a Arlington Animal Hospital has been a family business and city icon for battle with cancer. more than six decades. Photo courtesy of Arlington Animal Hospital A family business and city icon for the past 65 years, AAH rell Animal Hospital. It originally served continues to provide quality pet care in the then-rural community of Arlington Arlington. and was primarily an ambulatory mixed

For the record

REMEMBER WHEN the school lunch menu consisted of the old staples, steak fingers and fish sticks? Today, Arlington ISD high schoolers are treated with the likes of orange chicken with seasoned rice, chicken alfredo with wheat rolls, and spicy Asian bowls. Now, that’s progressive education.

LEST YOU WONDER, the Guinness World Record for “the longest Mexican wave” occurred in June 2012 right here in Arlington, when an-also-record crowd of 84,516 people attended the soccer game between the Mexican national team and the Brazilian national team at AT&T Stadium.

Six Flags over Texas opened in August, 1961. Admission was $2.75.

WHEN SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS had its grand opening on Aug. 1, 1961, the cost for admission was

Salute to a hometown hero: Weston Floyd MANSFIELD NATIVE Weston Floyd is serving aboard USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), living and working at a Navy base in Yokosuka, Japan.

Floyd is a training officer aboard the ship. The 25 year old said he has numerous responsibilities that are helping him learn about himself as a leader, sailor and a person.

“I am fortunate that my high school history teacher, Mr. Marks, recommended the Naval Academy to me a few years back,” he said. “If it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t be here today serving as an officer on the John S. McCain.”

Floyd said he is proud of the work he is doing as part of the McCain’s 300-member crew, living thousands of miles from home, and protecting America on the world’s oceans.

“My experiences have been tremendous,” he said. “I have traveled the world with a great group of sailors and had the chance to save an Iranian fisherman during a storm in the western approach to the Strait of Hormuz.”

– From Lt. Carl P. Zeilman, Navy Office of Community Outreach

$2.75. More than 550,000 visitors came to the park in its first season.

MANSFIELD’S Citizen’s Police Academy, started in 1998, was created to build a better understanding of the police department’s functions. Though graduates are not commissioned law enforcement officers, they do get training in areas such as traffic laws, accident investigation, family violence, jail operations and communications/dispatch operations.

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Thank You to Our Partners Since 1959 the Boys & Girls Club of Arlington has provided a safe, positive place that focuses on Academic Success, Character & Citizenship Building, and Healthy Lifestyles.

Our tutoring program (Project Bright Star) saw 85% of the children go from failing to passing in just ONE semester 2,458 Club members received homework help in our “Power Hour� program; 87% of Club members participating in our educational programs either maintained or increased their grades by year-end Provide 76,429 balanced meals & 109,259 healthy snacks Keeps $30 annual membership fees affordable (The actual cost for a year of programming exceeds $1,000 per member.)

Donor support has helped raise significant funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs programs making it possible for us to further our mission to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

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Picture-perfect moments

Chad Bates, Joy Bates, Tom Cravens, Mary Tom Curnutt and Kelly Curnutt.

Michael Glaspie and Janice Glaspie

John Hibbs, Julie Harcrow, Earl Harcrow, Jamie Sullins and Gerald Sullins

Mike Jarrett, John McFarland, Amanda Reading, Scott Reading and Doc Enger

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Kay King, Jimmy Jones, Ann Morris and Brenda Dietrich

Peter Baron, Caroled Baron, Jeannie Deakyne and Will Deakyne

Snapshots from the recent Arlington Independent School District Foundation Gala, which was held at the Arlington Musem of Art

Diane Cravens and Sue Lavender (Photos: Bruce Maxwell)

Happenings in the AISD

Top Arlington ISD high school scholars pre-admitted to UT Arlington their junior year Nearly 1,500 Arlington ISD students in the top 20 percent of their class recently received early admissions letters to UT Arlington as a part of the Bound for Success program, an initiative aimed at increasing the number of high-achieving high school scholars who ultimately earn a college degree.

University admissions counselors will be available weekly at each of the Arlington ISD high school campuses to counsel Bound for Success students. They will work to help students maximize opportunities to earn college credit through advanced high school courses and will guide students to take high school courses that will prepare them well for college work in the field of their choice.

“We know that there are students who excel throughout their high school years but for a variety of reasons do not pursue a college education,” said Dr. Marcelo Cavazos, Arlington school district superintendent. “With this program, we are re-affirming that these students are prepared for success and that we are going to help guide them along their path to a college degree.”

UT Arlington will provide specially focused financial aid workshops and college preparation workshops for students and their families through the initiative. Participating students will be invited to attend special receptions, lectures, athletic events and other campus activities to assist students in a smooth transition to the university.

AISD Board of Trustees named 2014 Outstanding School Board of Texas The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees was recently named 2014 Outstanding School Board of Texas by the Texas Association of School Administrators. The program honors one school board from the state’s 1,027 independent school districts that has demonstrated dedication to student achievement and makes every effort to put students first.

“Our Board is passionate about ensuring that all Arlington ISD students are successful, and this recognition validates that focus and their work to achieve that belief,” Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos said. “The Board truly exemplifies governance through transformation. They are committed to our mission to empower and engage all students to be contributing, responsible citizens reaching their maximum potential through relevant, innovative and rigorous learning experiences.”

The five finalist Honor Boards were selected by a committee of school superintendents and were then interviewed during the TASA/TASB Convention. The committee’s decisions were based on specific criteria, including support for educational performance, support for educational improvement projects, commitment to a code of ethics, and maintenance of harmonious and supportive relationships among board members.

“We are honored to have been named the 2014 Outstanding School Board of Texas for our work supporting the education of our nearly 64,000 students,” Board President Bowie Hogg said. “The Board is committed to strong educational performance and improvement and is made up of dedicated public servants.”

Happenings in the AISD

A Walk for Graduation

The Operation Graduation Walk lures struggling students who have dropped out of school back to school the old fashioned way: by going straight to their homes and knocking on their doors.

Small groups armed with a list of students who did not return to school this year canvassed every neighborhood surrounding AISD high schools. The idea is to find out why the students are not in school and offer solutions for a return in mid-September.

“Sometimes the reason is big, sometimes it’s small, like passing a TAKS test, but what’s certain is that there’s always something we can do,” Dropout Prevention Director Wendy Carrington said.

More than 215 teachers, staff and community members were a part of these four- to five-person entourages walking door to door, letting students know how easy it is to drop back in. In fact, students were able to do the re-enrolling paperwork the same day.

Eleven of them did and 12 others started the reenrollment process that day.

Also, 28 students made a commitment to return. More than 100 contacts were made with about 160 door hangers left at addresses where no one answered.

“Whatever situation they have, we can overcome it,” Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos said. He asked volunteers to treat the day as a special one since, “this is an opportunity to change someone’s life forever.”

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An Arlington teen makes a bold push toward a music career • By Kenneth Perkins

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A singing career, homework, teenage hormones ... it is all a nice stroll on a rather thin tightrope. Morgan Shine jokes that her life is a little like being Hannah Montana – except everyone knows her secret.

hen Morgan Shine’s school life at Arlington High School ends each day, her other life begins. It’s a life of lyrics and beats, of diaphragms and diction, of high pitches and low notes.

By the time her classmates are heading off to art club or French club or plopping down in front of a television set, Shine is belting out songs in a recording studio. Her songs. Often written or co-written by her.

Rarely since local favorites Pentatonix hit it huge with an assortment of fanciful a cappella beatboxing has there been an Arlington hopeful actually hopeful. Shine is putting the finishing touches on an album her producer promises will surprise and delight, especially those who have no idea who Morgan Shine is.

“She has the potential to do something bigger than the local scene,” said Jude Dyllan, an independent producer and chief Shine collaborator who also played guitar behind her during an hour-long set to open the recent PantegoFEST. “She can do country, pop, R&B. Her voice is very natural.”

THE VOICE CAN BE old-school soulful or pop edgy, even while handling the sort of dramatic themes weaving through her songs.

“5th Avenue,” for instance, is about our love of devices and loss of a human touch. “Freak Show” playfully scolds those who gleefully look behind closed doors without anyone willing to peek behind their own.

Shine attributes the hallmarks of her sound – like the way her songs mask their musical complexity with conversational lyrics – to merely listening to a wide-range of musical styles and simply letting it flow organically.

She grew up on mom’s country (thus the storytelling) and dad’s eclectic mix that includes everything from R&B to heavy metal. Dad Tray Elam is the driving force in his daughter’s “career,” which is a weighty word for a singer who remains three months shy of her 16th birthday.

SHE SPENDS MOST evenings at Red Dirt Studios working on her debut album. The game

plan is to release a different single each month over the next eight. There will be a dozen total.

A singing career, homework, teenage hormones ... it is all a nice stroll on a rather thin tightrope. Shine jokes that her life is a little like being Hannah Montana – except everyone knows her secret.

“It can definitely take a toll on me sometimes because I feel different than my classmates,” Shine said. “Everyone is super cool about it, but at times I get a little overwhelmed.”

SHINE’S CREATIVE collaboration with Dyllan is taking on a life of its own, with caution, of course. “It’s hard sometimes to know where you go from here,” Elam said. “On one hand, she’s good at this and wants to do it.”

On the other hand, she’s, well, a high school sophomore still trying to tackle Algebra II. “Most important to me is that after high school she’s ready for the world,” Elam said. “It’s about being prepared for challenges. The longterm goal is to get her into something so that she will learn about life. She writes with Jude, has to be accountable to the musicians. It’s giving her life skills, whether she stays in this or not.”

Columnist Kenneth Perkins has been a contributing writer for Arlington Today since it debuted. He is a freelance writer, editor and photographer.

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mong the major holidays, Thanksgiving is one of the more cherished – and more American – celebrations. Certainly, there is much for which to be thankful in the Arlington/ Mansfield/Kennedale/Southwest Grand Prairie area.

From treasured family members, friends and colleagues to the growth opportunities in education, recreation and business, our region is a blessing in the making. This month, Arlington Today is devoting its cover story to a pictorial highlight of area scenes

“Mike and I are so thankful for a loving, healthy and growing family.

We are thrilled to be welcoming a new grandbaby into this world this Thanksgiving season!”

– Amy Wade Owner, Wade Family Funeral Home

you might have taken time to notice – and soon, no doubt, will take time to notice more.

Among the photographs of Bob Brennan who, in his retirement years spends lots of time in Arlington parks capturing the wonders of nature throughout the seasons, we are sharing some of your neighbors’ sentiments expressing their thankfulness this year.

Happy Thanksgiving!

“I am thankful for my patients, my patience, my practice (dental), my practice (yoga), my health (physical), my health (mental), my health (spiritual), my family (the ones that like me), and my family (the ones that don’t) … and MY DOGS!!!

And, of course, for the chance to live on this beautiful planet.”

– Dr. David Slater David Slater Dentistry

As a business owner in Arlington, I must say it is nice to be thriving and serving the people of this community. I am also incredibly thankful that Audiology Experts has managed to miss the damage from the wild storms this area has endured over the last three years.”

– Lisa B. Fell, Au. D. Audiology Experts

“I am thankful to serve our more than 64,000 students every day alongside 8,000 dedicated employees in the noblest of professions within a community that values the importance of an education.”

– Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Superintendent, Arlington ISD

“I am so very thankful for my family, who has always made my life special!”

– Dr. Robert Cluck, Arlington mayor

“I thank God for all of my family and friends, good health and the blessing I receive daily.”

– Teresa Burda Owner, Gracie Lane Collection

“I am especially thankful for our son, Clarke, whose memory is closely attached to the Thanksgiving holidays. Our loss and the lessons we learned made us even more mindful of the value and importance of family. So with that being said, I’m thankful for my husband and girls, and the opportunity to move back to Arlington after 25 years to be back with my parents, nine siblings, and the rest of the family. And I’m thankful for cherry pie!”

– Cynthia Doyle Owner, Clarke & Doyle Living

Photos by Bob Brennan

“I am truly most thankful for how my life evolved through faith with determination, opportunity and diligence from a young life without family to an adult life of family love, with Bonnie during our 51 years of marriage and our family. I am thankful for who I am; I am happy.”

– Bob Brennan, Retired with camera

“I am thankful for the love, support, and kindness of family and friends as we explore new opportunities in a community we love.”

– Jeff Williams President, Graham Associates Civil Engineers Bob Brennan’s fall foliage photos are complemented by his friend Richard Greene’s pictures of butterflies and mushrooms.

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Conversation David Cook, mayor of Mansfield, talks about how the city has evolved into one of the better places to live, work and play in all of Texas ARLINGTON TODAY: Mansfield has been at the heart of all manner of positive news stories the past few years. What is it about the city that makes it most appealing to you?

DAVID COOK: I think what is most appealing about Mansfield is that we are succeeding on so many levels that are important to people who live here or are thinking about living here. The local economy is strong with new industry, expanding existing industry and lots of new jobs. From amazing facilities like Oliver Nature Park to our vibrant historic downtown with its festivals and entertainment, Mansfield’s quality of life is attractive to everyone from young families to seniors. Our schools provide outstanding education for our young people. Lastly, I think Mansfield is appealing because of its strong community pride and hometown charm that can be found just minutes from Dallas and Fort Worth.

AT: As mayor, you get to be an eye witness to progress being made. What, in your opinion, are the most important steps that have been taken in Mansfield to help it grow and flourish?

DC: We’ve focused on building a strong foundation for our residents. Bringing key industries like Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Mouser Electronics and Klein Tools to the city has kept our local economy strong, which in turn has allowed us to expand infrastructure and services, which is essential for sustainable growth.

AT: What’s on the horizon to ensure that the needle stays pointed in the right direction?

DC: I’m particularly excited about what is happening in Historic Downtown Mansfield. The city council and city staff are working on a revitalization plan that will have significant impact on our community. Historic Downtown Mansfield will be a destination our city can promote not only to our residents but to visitors. We are already seeing it with the opening of new businesses like Mellow Mushroom and the investment in downtown by businesses already open and thriving.

AT: Let’s say I have a business that I want to start or relocate in North Texas. Why should I consider Mansfield for that kind of corporate endeavor?

DC: Our location is an important plus. It gives companies access to a talented and skilled workforce, land to build on (we are only 50-percent developed) and key transportation corridors. When you also consider the excellent quality of life, outstanding schools and an abundance of housing options – all of which are important for workers and executives – I think choosing Mansfield is a no-brainer.

AT: You’ve sold me on the business move. Now, tell me how my family will benefit from putting roots in your hometown.

DC: Our city is a great place to live, work, shop and play. And it has all the amenities, and more, that other communities have, from terrific schools to our amazing park system. But one thing I think that separates Mansfield is the wonderful people that live here. Neighborhoods here are more than just houses next to each other; the sense of community I think sets us apart. People in Mansfield have a great deal of pride in this city. They support us on many levels – giving their time to volunteer, sharing their talents on community projects and promoting Mansfield everywhere. And they care about each other. I think it’s just the kind of place you want to raise your family and put down roots.

AT: It wasn’t that long ago that there was one Mansfield High School.

Now the school district is growing by leaps and bounds and earning award after award. What makes the school system so successful? And is there a plan to account for more growth, given that parMansfield mayor David Cook ents want to steer their children to a district of that ilk?

DC: The Mansfield ISD offers its students a great foundation to succeed. Dual credit classes mean Mansfield students can graduate with a head start on their college education. And the district’s groundbreaking career tech academy gives students more than just a vocational education but skills that put them on the ground floor to a career. We as a city have confidence in the administration and teachers in the Mansfield ISD and know they are planning for the future with an eye to maintaining the excellence the district has already established.

AT: What’s the nicest thing someone has said about your hometown?

DC: Well, Money Magazine just said we were the 17th Best Place to Live in America. I think that’s a pretty nice observation from such a credible source as Money Magazine, and of course, I happen to believe that it’s very true.

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he Arlington Museum of Art has received a $50,000 lead grant from the Women Inspiring Philanthropy (WIP) in support of the museum’s planned public art exhibit entitled “Art of Business.”

The project celebrates one of Arlington’s largest employers, General Motors, as it marks its 60th year in operation in Arlington, as well as the city’s newly adopted brand, Arlington: The American Dream City.

The exhibit will feature 15 fabricated fiberglass replicas of the 1954 Pontiac Chieftain, the first car produced at the Arlington GM Plant. Texas artists will be invited to submit their interpretation of how they will paint the replicas to reflect the American Dream in Arlington. The cars will be permanently displayed throughout the city in visible locations.

“We were excited to fund this program because it takes art into every segment of our community, not just one park, but every Arlington neighborhood,” said Linda Dipert, founder of WIP. “One of the foundations of WIP is to encourage people to get involved, promote our city and support businesses and organizations in our community. We believe this exhibit does that and takes it even further, by inspiring people’s imaginations about our community, their dreams, and art.”

The project is a group effort involving WIP, Downtown Arlington, General Motors, the City of Arlington and the Arlington Museum of Art. “We want the community to feel ownership of this project,” said museum Executive Director Chris Hightower. “The final installation will reflect the broad diversity of Arlington’s citizens and businesses and how each contributes to achieving the American Dream for our community.”

“The City of Arlington is pleased to support this project,” said Jay Warren, marketing communications manager for the City of Arlington.

“Not only does it make art accessible and relatable to a large audience, but it also helps build awareness of Arlington’s new brand. In many ways, General Motors kicked off Arlington’s American Dream status 60 years ago, by moving its plant here. Getting GM here showcases Arlington’s can-do, independent spirit, and the plant created high-quality, good-paying jobs that enabled many of Arlington’s residents to live their own American Dream.”

The coalition behind the “Art of Business” exhibit is still raising the required funding for the entire project and hopes to kick off the fabrication early in 2015 with an unveiling and installation later that year.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington

55 years of greatness The Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington Inc. has been changing lives since 1959 • By Sue Stevens Durbec

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he Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington Inc. is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year. “Actually, that’s quite young for Boys & Girls Clubs,” said President Steve Wurm. “In the northeast, there are clubs that are 155 years old.”

Wurm said once a community experiences what this organization does for young people, they want to support it.

Former board chair Kay Duggan wholeheartedly agreed.

“My involvement with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington stems from my admiration for the profound and lasting impact the organization has on the children in our community,” Duggan said. “It is a safe, positive place and has such an impact on so many children. It was an honor serving as Board Chair last year and chairing the 55th anniversary gala with Mark Caffey and our stellar committee.”

Initiated in 1959, the organization began in a rented house on East Abram St. and served 100 boys by 1960. Until 1963, when the club became a member of United Way, it was funded solely by the 100 club, a group of supporters who pledged $100 yearly, and the Cinderella Ball, which has endured to become Arlington’s oldest charitable social event.

The first full-service building opened in 1968, and the club served 1,000 at-risk children. In 1991, the club changed its name to Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington, Inc. That year it reached 3,000 children.

Today more than 6,000 young people are involved in the programs, activities and services provided by the club in five full-service branches and 13 public school sites.

The current board chair, businessman Mark Caffey, was a “Boys Club kid.” But don’t ask him when.

“If the kids knew how old I am, they wouldn’t think I’m cool anymore,” he said.

Week after week, Caffey spends hours in the club, hanging out with members such as 15-year-old Joseph Saenz, the 2014 BGCA Youth of the Year, who is active in the Keystone Club for teens.

“The Keystone Club has three focuses,” said the articulate young member. “We focus on career preparation and community service, like helping out at Mission Arlington. But the most important focus is academic success: getting good grades and a good education.”

Saenz said what means most to him are the mentors who spend time with the young people. “Like Mr. Caffey,” he said.

The Keystone Club recently had a benefit to raise money for its activities, and Caffey worked right alongside them, Saenz said.

“We made $200 dollars in two days,” Saenz said. “And the following Sunday, Mr. Caffey gave us another $200 he had raised for us.”

Caffey moved to Arlington from California as a boy, and he was drawn to the club for two compelling reasons. First, his best

For the past 55 years the Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington Inc. has been enriching the lives of local youths. (Photo courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington Inc.)

Joseph Saenz, center, was named the 2014 Youth of the Year by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington. Celebrating with him are BGCA Board Chairman Mark Caffey and BGCA President Steve Wurm. (Photo: Southern Flair Photography)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington branches Main Branch 608 N. Elm Street (817) 701-1100 Office Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday Program Hours: 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Membership: $30 per year After-school transportation: Transportation is offered from Jean Massieu, Lamar High School, Shackelford Junior High, Speer, Summit, Webb and Wimbish.

East Branch 2011 Wynn Terrace (817) 460-5088 Office Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday Program Hours: 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Membership: $30 per year After-school transportation: Transportation is offered from Adams, Blanton, Crow, Johns, Morton, Rankin, Hutcheson Junior High, Goodman, Sam Houston High School.

Don Kromer Branch 200 E. Cravens Drive (817) 557-4553 Office Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday Program Hours: 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Membership: $30 per year After-school transportation: Transportation is offered from Bebensee, Bowie High School, Cross Timbers, Davis, Ferguson Junior High, Harmon, Ousley (see branch manager), Seguin High School and Williams.

North Branch 2001 Van Buren (817) 504-2787 Office Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday Program Hours: 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Membership: $30 per year After-school transportation: Transportation is offered from Roquemore.

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Membership: $30 per year After-school transportation: None.

friend advised him to learn to fight, or he would get beaten up, because he was “different.” (In those days, boxing was a popular activity at the club.) Secondly, the original club – now the Don Kromer Branch – was located conveniently between his elementary school and home; his family lived near where AT&T Stadium stands today.

“My parents believed the Boys Club would keep me out of trouble and help me make something of myself,” Caffey said.

Apparently, his parents were right.

Today he is president and CEO of The Caffey Group, a successful natural gas and real estate development company. And, he has set a personal goal of raising or donating $1 million to the club.

With committed leadership, the Boys & Girls Clubs are destined to continue providing an experience that assures its members are on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, good character, citizenship and a healthy lifestyle. That is something to celebrate even without a milestone anniversary.

Would you like to join the team?

DO YOU HAVE AN HOUR OR TWO A WEEK TO SPARE? Even that small amount of time can make a difference in a young person’s life. As a Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington volunteer, it can make difference in your life, too.

BGCA volunteers receive the training and support they need to be a successful part of the clubs and of the lives of club members. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available to match each individual’s interests.

How individuals can volunteer 1. Complete a volunteer packet, which contains an application, consent for a background check, and a code of conduct agreement.

2. Return the packet to the branch where you are interested volunteering.

3. The branch director will be in charge of your placement. Call him or her between 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to arrange a time to arrange a visit. Please do not drop in without an appointment, as branch managers might not be on site or might be conducting programs.

How groups can volunteer 1. Have the group leader complete a group packet, which contains an application and code of conduct agreement. Parts 2 and 3 in the individual section apply to groups, as well.

The BGCA welcomes volunteer coaches or assistant coaches for any of its athletic programs. Experience is preferred but not necessary. To become a coach, first complete both a volunteer application and a coach application. All coaches must also participate in a coaches clinics for each specific sport.

The Bond Election

Building a better Arlington The upcoming election focuses on four proposals designed to enhance the quality of living in the city • By Richard Greene

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mong the best ways citizens can make a difference in shaping the place they call home is to take a close look at opportunities to improve the community that come along from time to time in the form of bond proposals.

Arlington voters get to do just that in the Nov. 4 elections. Early voting is already underway, so the chance to have your say is as convenient as the polling place closest to your own home.

There are four proposals on the ballot, and they all have one thing in common: They are the result of the recommendations of a large, diverse citizens’ committee that worked for several months to prioritize the ways to increase the quality of life for everyone.

The first and, by far, largest of the propositions is $160 million of street projects, including new roads and needed replacements of old ones. Work is planned in every sector of the city, so there’s something for everyone to look forward to when it comes to improving the mobility of Arlington residents.

The second proposition addresses improvements to 15 of the city’s parks and two new recreation centers, one of which will be co-located with a new branch library.

The third proposition provides the men and women of the fire de-

partment what they need to protect us better. The improvements include the reconstruction of the city’s oldest fire station and renovation and expansion of the training facilities at the Fire Training Center.

The fourth one provides for a new branch library in the East portion of town and the remodeling of the existing West Arlington branch.

Voting “for” the four proposals will authorize city management officials to issue municipal bonds to finance the work over the next five years or so as old debt from previous bond programs is paid off.

That means there won’t be a need for a tax increase to fund the new streets, parks, fire and library improvements described. This is all about addressing fundamental, essential needs – there are no frills in any of it.

My family and I have cast our votes in favor of making the city better. As a former mayor, I can attest to how such improvements are critical to ensuring that Arlington’s best days are the ones that lie ahead.

More details, including lists of everything proposed, can be found here: www.arlington-tx.gov/bond.

Richard Greene served as Arlington’s mayor from 1987-1997 and currently teaches in UT Arlington’s graduate School of Urban and Public Affairs.

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The following is a list of necessities: Evacuation bag – Always have an evacuation bag ready to go in case you need to leave your home quickly. Choose one that is easy to carry and leave it close to the front door so that it’s ready and easily accessible if you need to evacuate your home with short notice.

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This free event goes well beyond the traditional mall Santa. Adventure to Santa’s DreamPlace is a 2,000 square-foot holiday cottage that will create a magical experience as Shrek and his friends guide children and families through the North Pole.

Shrek, of course, is the principal character in some of the more popular family-friendly movies created by DreamWorks Animation, which is producing the event.

Tapping into DreamWorks Animation’s stable of world-renowned artists, storytellers and innovators, DreamPlace enables children to experience the full narrative of an unforgettable visit to the North Pole, infusing the studio’s trademark storytelling and humor into the production.

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The event will run throughout the holiday season at The Parks, giving local families plenty of time to experience DreamPlace and the DreamWorks Animation magic.

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Byron Carlson shows off the classic MG J2 he cares for at his business, Sports Car Warehouse. Just over 2,000 copies of the J2 were introduced, so they are a rare find these days, especially in the condition of this stunning, fully restored model.

World class – and credentials to prove it Byron Carlson is keeping watch over one of the great cars of all time, the 1932 MG J2 • By Richard Greene

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iven that Byron Carlson’s Sports Car Warehouse in Arlington is the only shop in the area specializing in classic British vehicles, he is not surprised when folks show up looking for something they can’t find anywhere else.

One such 68-year-old gentleman walked in one day and declared, “There’s a 16-year-old kid inside me and I want to get him out. I think the only way to make that happen is for me to acquire one of your really cool roadsters.”

Byron has lots of stories like that to share after being in the specialty car business for more than three decades.

From acquiring, collecting, selling, restoring and servicing mostly English built vehicles, he’s seen just about everything come and go from his shop located on a dead end road off South Cooper St., just across from the Parks Mall.

I FIRST MET Byron when I took my car to him for service. Among the mechanics in his shop is one who speaks with a distinctive and delightful British accent. When he describes how he is going to fix your car’s problem, you have absolute confidence that you’ve brought it to the right place.

In all of Byron’s experience, however, there’s one car that may be more special than all the others. For about eight years he’s been doing much of the restoration work and taking care of a customer’s rare 1932 MG J2 like it was his own.

Byron likes to think of himself as a “surrogate parent” of the vehicle that has appeared at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance – the annual automotive charitable event in California and considered the most prestigious affair of its kind in the entire world of classic motorcars.

You can only get included at Pebble Beach by invitation and qualify by type, manufacturer, country of origin, or time period. Many collectors spend years and great sums of money purchasing and restoring a car in hopes of being chosen.

Added to its pedigree, this J2 was awarded the “Best in Show” at the All British and European Car Show in Dallas. The highly regarded Hemmings Motor News classifies the automobile as one of four

This classic MG features an overhead camshaft engine that is an inline, four-cylinder model developing 36 horsepower at 5,500 RPM with a top speed rated at 78 miles per hour. And, from front to back, it looks as good as it runs.

The 1932 model, like the one under Byron’s dutiful care and management, originally sold for 200 Pounds Sterling, or the equivalent of about $350. The only way a U.S. resident could acquire one was by personal import and then he had to adapt to driving it with the steering wheel on the right-hand side of the car.

“ultra-rare cars” out of MG’s Golden Era. This was Morris Garages’ second-generation sports car, and it created what would become the enduring standard of the MG brand all the way through the post WWII years and into the 1950s.

The 1932 model, like the one under Byron’s dutiful care and management, originally sold for 200 Pounds Sterling, or the equivalent of about $350. The only way a U.S. resident could acquire one was by personal import and then he had to adapt to driving it with the steering wheel on the righthand side of the car.

The impressive overhead camshaft engine is an inline, four-cylinder model developing 36 horsepower at 5,500 RPM, with a top speed rated at 78 miles per hour.

THEY ONLY made just over 2,000 copies of the J2, so there are not many to be found these days – especially in the condition of this stunning, fully restored model.

And, if you did manage to get your hands on one at that 1932 price and kept it in the family, you would have a really valuable classic worth maybe 200 times your original investment.

Regardless of its value, Byron is not trying to sell it. Instead, he’s prepared to make it showroom-ready whenever his client calls, load it into an enclosed transport trailer, and deliver it to the next destination, where it’s certain to attract all kinds of attention and probably another trophy or two as well.

Note: You can check on the lineup of great British sports car models as well as all the details of what’s going on at Byron’s place by visiting his website – www.sportscarwarehouse.com.

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Photos courtesy of MPAC MPAC members (l to r) Laura Capik, Julia Burgen and Carole Hoyer recently participated in a public forum regarding the upcoming bond election. Also pictured: Hunter Brown.

MPAC’s impact on Arlington

Now 10 years old, the all-women organization is still influencing how the city meets needs • By Donna Darovich

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he mammoth move of the 540-ton Caelum Moor granite sculptures from years of storage to Richard Greene Linear Park in the city’s entertainment district ... The building of the Arlington Animal Services Center, a refuge for neglected and abused animals ... A residential tree ordinance that preserves and protects Arlington’s trees ...

All were made possible, in part, by MPAC, an all-women, non-partisan political action committee celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

MPAC is composed of women active in a variety of community endeavors, including many who serve on city boards and commissions and in non-profit organization leadership positions. The organization was formed when Arlington community activist (now

city council member) Sheri Capehart was struck by what was missing as she spoke to organizations during a campaign for office.

“Many men were involved in the process, but not that many women,” she recalled.

But she knew they were out there – knowledgeable, hard-working women passionately involved in the community and eager to be part of the process.

Capehart believed collectively they could make a major impact on Arlington, and saw the women’s organization as one that would “tackle and understand local issues – the why and why not.”

So she invited about 20 women she had interacted with on political issues to talk about it. “I didn’t care about their political af-

filiation,” she said. “If they were interested and willing to spend some time on this, I called them.”

THE NAMES OF THOSE who became its founders reads like a Who’s Who of Arlington community activists and leaders: Jerry Tees (the first MPAC president), Debbie Borek, Doreen Bruner, Julia Burgen, Mary Lee Hodge, Laverne Knezek, Judy Northrup, Gloria Pena, Marti Van Ravenswaay, Martha Walker, Kay Christlieb and Capehart.

They invited prospective members to a reception via invitations that stated their mission thusly: “We are a group of women leaders dedicated to promoting high standards in economic development, infrastructure and housing while achieving governmental cooperation through our active involvement in local issues and elections.”

They hoped to enlist 10 members. More than 50 signed up.

The momentum hasn’t stopped.

Although the M doesn’t represent a word, it helps to reflect the members’ goal – to have a positive impact on Arlington. The PAC is political action committee. It is also a non-profit corporation.

One way it impacts its members is to keep them abreast of Arlington City Council actions. An MPAC member monitors all council work sessions and council meetings and communicates summaries of each to members.

“The number of residents who attend or watch those meetings on television is extremely small, so MPAC members are informed as to what is going on in Arlington to a degree that few residents are,” said charter member Carole Hoyer, who now has this assignment. “That makes the organization a great source of community leaders, advocates and volunteers.”

BUT THE NUCLEUS of its impact may well be its annual meeting to collectively brainstorm issues members see as important to Arlington now and in the future. The issues are numerous and serious – building stronger neighborhoods, mass transit, air quality, etc.

Once the group decides on issues to tackle, task forces are set up to study and research each. Members choose the topic that most interests them and join that group.

Eventually, the findings of the task forces are formulated into action items that are taken to the appropriate city officials. This year, the topics/issues chosen were the $246 million bond election on Nov. 4, the Arlington Comprehensive Plan, the Tomorrow Foundation, the impact of payday loans, and water reclamation and the environment.

Although MPAC does not engage in partisan politics, endorse or otherwise support partisan political affairs, it does endorse those candidates members believe will have the most positive impact on the city to make it a better place to live, work and play.

Arlington City Council candidates are interviewed during an annual breakfast regarding their respective stances on issues MPAC members have determined are significant.

Members also mobilize whenever there is a need. MPAC women helped obtain the necessary 24,500 signatures on petitions to give citizens the right to decide whether or not to allow wine and beer sales through a local option election and advocated the reinstatement of Teen Court, a civic resource for youth. They also partnered with the Arlington Independent School District to help continue and expand three school-based health clinics run by John Peter Smith Hospital.

MPAC’S MONTHLY PROGRAM topics range from city transportation issues to planning and development to law enforcement and support for the arts. “MPAC exposes its members to issues that they may not have been aware of, and their knowledge base is greatly expanded,” Hoyer said.

“The goal of MPAC was to get more women involved in local issues and its success has a lot to do with the caliber of the women who have joined,” said MPAC’s first president Jerry Tees.

“They are women who are interested in what’s going on and aren’t afraid to speak up.”

Current president and one of its founders Doreen Bruner concurred. “MPAC has taken itself to another level this year with its efforts to communicate what it is about through its website, social media and printed pieces,” she said. “We are recognized in the comHere is an official MPAC invitation.

munity for our work, and I know we will continue to expand our reach by making positive changes in Arlington, the city we all love.”

Candidates for MPAC membership must be nominated by at least two current voting MPAC members. Membership is open after the city council elections through the end of the year.

For more information on MPAC, send an e-mail to president@ mpacarlington.org or write to P.O. Box 174474, Arlington, 76003.

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Mark Followill, Michael Kelly (COO of the College Football Playoff) and Tommy Bain (chairman of the Stadium Events Organizing Committee) discuss the impact of major sporting events on Arlington.

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It’s the perfect time to start planning a 2015 holiday trip. Here are some stellar options • By Sue Stevens Durbec

ith the 2014 holiday season upon us, now is the ideal time to begin planning for next year’s holiday travel. To that end, several Arlington experts have outlined destinations and activities that could make memories that will last a lifetime. Here are some suggestions:

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a person and about $1,000 more each for travel at Christmastime. She suggested Hawaii as a lower-cost island option.

“If you want to go to Tahiti for Christmas in 2015, you need to book in January,” Moore said, adding that bookings can be made as far ahead as a year.

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Paul Whitnah, owner of M&M World Travel, said his top recommendation for a luxury Christmas vacation spot is Tahiti.

“The climate is perfect and the local celebrations are unique because you are dealing with a distinctive local culture,” Whitnah said.

Pat Moore, who has worked at M&M for about 20 years, shared Whitnah’s enchantment with Tahiti, but cautioned that the South Pacific paradise is not for budget travelers. A typical trip costs about $12,000

Scott Whiteaker of All Ports Travel suggested cruises out of Galveston for an inexpensive hassle-free getaway. Cruises start as low as $1,800 a couple, and there is no need to book a flight and go through airport security.

After a leisurely 300-mile drive the day before sailing, travelers can enjoy a relaxing night in one of the many hotels that offer parking for the duration of the cruise and provide shuttles to and from the dock.

If a picture is worth a thousand words, here is a 5,000-word testimonial to the greatness of Tahiti.

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Norwegian Caribbean, Royal Caribbean, Princess and Carnival all sail from Galveston, as well as the family-oriented Disney Cruise Line.

Ports on a seven-day cruise can include Belize, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica and Roatan in Honduras. For the beach lover who isn’t that enthralled with cruises, charter trips to Cancun offer great value.

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Another option for non-fliers is Dan Dipert Tours’ Thanksgiving motor coach trip to the famed Biltmore House in Asheville, North Carolina, and Williamsburg, Virginia, both resplendent with holiday decorations.

Tour guide Margie Brantley said travelers will enjoy a Candlelight Christmas Evening at the Biltmore house, decorated with 56 Christmas trees and miles of garland and lights. Travelers will indulge in

Holiday trips to Williamsburg, Va. offer a variety of historic stops and spellbinding evening views (top two photos). Vail, Colo., likewise, provides plenty of holiday magic (bottom two photos). Photos courtesy of visitwilliamsburg.com and All Ports Travel

Thanksgiving dinner at the Deerpark Restaurant on the grounds of the Biltmore estate before visiting Colonial Williamsburg where they will be transported back to the days of our forefathers by visiting their beautifully restored homes. One highlight would be Thomas Jefferson’s plantation home in Monticello. The tour, which Brantley said appeals largely to seniors, costs $2,419 for a single; doubles and triples are priced lower.

Vail, Colorado

If you are dreaming of a White Christmas, Whitnah said Vail, Colo., is unbeatable.

“You don’t need a passport to experience the snow-covered mountains and the picturesque village decorated with 3,000 Christmas lights,” he said. “Of course, the price depends where you stay, but a couple could expect to spend about $3,000 for accommodations and

airline tickets.” Once visitors arrive in the alpine-like resort, they will find a town filled with shops, restaurants and year-round activities in a pedestrian-friendly environment.

Vail boasts the nation’s largest free bus system, so getting around is easy and inexpensive.

Christmas river cruises in Europe

Finally, many travelers say nothing will get you in the holiday spirit like a European Christmas river cruise, visiting bustling holiday markets in cities like Budapest, Vienna, and Strasbourg and all along the Danube in Germany.

Even non-shoppers will enjoy sipping on hot mulled wine and strolling pedestrian streets filled with festive Christmas decor and the songs of carolers. Information on cruise operations can be found online and prices begin around $2,000 per passenger without airfare.

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redericksburg, located in the Texas Hill Country some 80 miles west of Austin and 70 miles north of San Antonio, is home to a thriving German community – and to some of the best shopping, wining and dining available anywhere in the state. If you’re planning a weekend getaway to this picturesque town and region, be sure to include the following highlights in your trip: • The town’s center is dotted by dozens of quaint shops featuring gifts, home accessories, apparel and the proverbial more. As with many of the highlights of the area, the shopping experience can last a few hours – or the entire weekend, depending on who’s charting the course.

• Whoever charts the course should plan on some of the best German-themed dining this side of the Atlantic. If bratwurst and sauerkraut don’t tickle your tastebuds, not to worry – the town also offers great Tex-Mex, Italian and American options.

• Fredericksburg is nationally renowned for the dozen bed-andbreakfast inns that are located a stone’s throw from the center of the town (translation: the shops). And they are a short drive from the area’s rural attractions, such as wineries and historical parks.

• Gillespie County produces 40 percent of all the peaches grown in Texas. Roadside stands line many of the roads leading into Fredericksburg, with a major concentration along Highway 290 between Fredericksburg and Stonewall and along Highway 87 South. The peach season in the Texas Hill Country runs from mid-May through the first week of August in a normal year. Several orchards offer pick-your-own fruits.

• The National Museum of the Pacific War is the only institution in the United States that is dedicated exclusively to telling the story of the Pacific and Asiatic Theaters in World War II. This interactive archive features relics from the war, as well as gripping historical chronicles that put visitors right at “the front” of the battles that told one of the most important stories in world history.

Fredericksburg is a shopper’s dreamland, as well as a cultural hub that features important art, cuisine and wines. Plus it’s the home of the National Museum of the Pacific War, a “must see” treasure that provides an unparalleled perspective of World War II. Photos courtesy of the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau and the National Museum of the Pacific War.

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1. Position the pumpkin with suitable background. I prefer a dark-aspossible background.

2. You will need a tripod to steady the camera.

3. Use several candles inside the pumpkin for a light source. One is not usually enough.

4. Turn off your flash and set the camera’s ISO control to 200 or 400.

If the picture is turning out too dark you can increase the ISO up to 800.

5. Set your camera to the manual mode, then set the aperture control to F/16. Then try a shutter speed of from two to eight seconds (this part is variable depending on the brightness of the candles and the size of the eye and mouth openings. Turn off all or most of the lights around the Jack-o’-lantern.

6. For a better photograph, don’t shoot directly into the Jack-o’-lantern. Shoot from an angle to capture the reflected light coming out of the pumpkin, which gives off a pleasing warm glow.

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Start now to achieve a youthful glow this holiday season

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his holiday season, we are often most excited to see the faces of people we love around us as we celebrate together. Are you putting your best face forward? DermOne Dermatology Centers is a national provider of comprehensive medical and cosmetic dermatology, and has a local Arlington office.

Dr. Carolyn Kim, a board-certified dermatologist with DermOne, stresses that it’s all about timing and scheduling if you are planning to use cosmetic procedures prior to the holidays to look your best during all the friendly fun and family photos.

Many patients of DermOne are using a new filler, Voluma, that has been FDA-approved. Voluma lasts for up to two years (others only last six to 12 months), and is dissolvable. “Voluma gives patients back the fullness of their skin in certain areas to create a more youthful look,” Dr. Kim said.

With cosmetic skin procedures before the holidays, Dr. Kim says to keep the following timeline in mind: • Two months out: Get any fillers, like Voluma, now to allow complete recovery before holiday events. If your physician recommends a laser for brown spots on face, hands or chest, have this done now also. If you don’t

already use a Retinol or Retin-A regimen, start using it daily to smooth fine lines and keep skin smooth.

• One month out: If your physician recommends Botox, this would be the time to have it done – you may need tweaks, especially if Dr. Carolyn Kim you’ve never had Botox done – and you want a fine-tuned natural look, rather than a mask-like appearance.

If you are having fillers on your hands, have this done now, as well.

• One week out: Exfoliate with a loofah until one or two days before the big event. If you are interested in a glycolic peel, now would be the time to get one from your dermatologist.

• Days before: Get plenty of rest, limit soda and caffeine, and drink lots of water.

• Throughout: To make the skin look luminous, incorporate antioxidant-rich foods like berries and pomegranate into your diet.

DermOne is located at 715 North Fielder Road in Arlington. To make an appointment, call (855) 897-4994. www.dermone.com

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Dining, at its finest Chamas do Brazil brings South American tradition – and a whole lot more – to Arlington

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pened in July, Chamas do Brazil represents a well-welcomed, fine-dining experience in Arlington. In fact, the restaurant, owned by Paulo Generoso and Wade Lin, brings the flames of Brazil to date night.

“Arlington has so much to offer, and so many options, but was lacking on a higher dining restaurant,” Generoso said. “We saw the potential to the town and the location and went for. It is a beautiful restaurant, which we are very pleased and proud of.”

The restaurant follows the traditional Brazilian steakhouse by having gauchos (a South American cowboy) present 15 different cuts of meat on skewers while diners create their perfect salad from the expansive salad bar, which has over 50 items.

“We encourage them to come hungry,” Generoso said. “While this feast is going on, guests can enjoy great drinks from the full bar, or drink a delicious wine from the 150 wine selection we have. Also, we will serve their tables with appetizers such as cheese bread, fried banana, mashed potatoes and fried polenta.”

The cuts of meat, anything from sirloin to lamb to chicken, are prepared traditionally with Generoso’s background fully in play.

“I was blessed to be raised in a family of gauchos,” he said. Generoso hails from Southern Brazil. “I grew up learning the details of how the meat should be prepared and served. It is quite artistic really. Here at Chamas we want our gauchos to learn to

express how they interpret this art form. Every gaucho has the opportunity to season their own meat that they will prepare for the night. I am very proud of how much they have learned.”

The restaurant’s approach to dinner service shows a new way to experience fine dining in Arlington.

“I want our guests to have an amazEverything about Chamas do Brazil, from ing experience – from the incredible the ambiance to the food, to the ambiance and service,” food, makes for a unique dining experience.

Generoso said. “I want our customers to feel welcomed and appreciated. Because we truly appreciate them. Also, I want our employees to come to work happy. We have become a very close group. Our employees enjoy family dinner every afternoon together. I want everyone that comes through the doors to feel happy here.”

Chamas do Brazil is located in Arlington in a shopping area on the south side of I-20 and off Cooper St. Reservations are peferred and can be made on chamasdobrazil.com.

“I hear over and over that Chamas do Brazil is not a simply amazing dinner; it truly is an experience,” Generoso said. “We want to offer the best to all of our guests.”

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Home for the holidays Three trends that are defining Thanksgiving and Christmas decorating and entertaining this year

Warm autumn accent items – particularly those with a Thanksgiving bent – can make visitors feel welcome to your home this month. (Photos courtesy of Decorator’s Warehouse)

Tell us about your holiday traditions IN THE DECEMBER issue we’ll continue our tradition of sharing your traditions with our readers.

Do you have a family routine you follow at Christmastime? Is there a staple ensemble of mouthwatering food selections? Are you a caroler? Do your lights shine brighter than the neighbors’ lights?

Whatever it is you do for the holidays, please help us share it with our readers by e-mailing our editor Yale Youngblood at yale@arlingtontoday.com

by Nov. 10. Oh, and send us some photos, too. We’ll devote a special part of the issue solely to ways you revel, because ... well, because everyone loves revelling.

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he staple decorative items continue to mark area homes as special destinations for the holidays – think pumpkins and autumn-themed faux plants for Thanksgiving and festive winter scenes for Christmas. But this year, three other trends are also defining the local accent scene, according to principals at Decorator’s Warehouse in Arlington.

“Burlap is huge this year,” said Kristin Black, a manager at her family’s holiday-centric store, located at 3708 W. Pioneer Parkway. “Customers use it for fall wreaths, swags and centerpieces that they create themselves, or they request it in the pieces done by our designers.”

One of those designers, Veronica Tellez, creates Thanksgiving and Christmas wreaths, table arrangements and home interior vignettes among her many tasks this time of year and said burlap has been a prominent element in almost all of them.

“It has been very popular, really, for the past two years,” she said. “With so many colors available now, it is a simple, elegant element that can be mixed and matched with other items in a wreath or table arrangement.”

A second trend focuses on hues.

Whereas red and green remain the prominent Christmas accent colors, manager Pat McLaughlin said the latter has taken on a new look lately. “We’re seeing a lot more people requesting red and ‘apple green,’” McLaughlin said.

“It’s lighter, so it gives a slightly different feel to a wreath or tree or table arrangement. People are really going for that this holiday season.”

As might be expected from a retail outlet that touts itself as Texas’ No. 1 Christmas Store, Decorator’s Warehouse is a veritable winter wonderland, especially this time of year – which points to the third trend: “This time of year” started considerably sooner than usual. McLaughlin said customers began buying holiday-related merchandise in late summer/early fall.

“People started decorating earlier this year,” she said. “I’m not sure why that is, but all the staff noticed it. I think people enjoy creating a festive atmosphere in their homes, so, maybe, they just decided to start earlier and have it last longer.”

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Tennis Tip

How’s your tempo?

A consistent technique will provide consistently successful results • By Ernie Abraham

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ould you say that some of the time – or even most of the time – your toughest opponent is yourself? If you really think about it, you probably win all your matches – you either beat your opponent or you beat yourself!

I believe too many players try to make too many changes in their technique, to the point where they have too many blueprints going in their head, when so many problems could be averted by just having a consistent tempo in the swing.

Many players with whom I work use the “Goldilocks and The Three Bears” method during a match – this swing is too fast; this swing is too slow; and this one is just right. The issue most of the time is that the “just right” swing just isn’t used very much.

During lessons, I often have my students do a drill: I’ll ask them to hit the first ball I feed them past the service line, but I urge them to hit through the ball then play the point out any way they wish.

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Here are some final words: Rhythm creates consistency that creates confidence. And confidence could help you beat someone other than yourself. See you on the court!

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Sites to behold For a naturally fun fall experience, check out the various area parks

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hile spring and summer generally generate the most traffic to and through area parks, autumn might be the best time to commune with nature – and to enjoy the view. Here are a few park destinations to add to the fall fun checklist: Bicentennial Park 3206 Smith Barry Road, Pantego Adorable statues of children at play, a wading pool and picturesque bridges give this must-visit outdoor space a distinctive flavor.

Other benefits include walking trails, covered area and playground structures.

Southwest Nature Preserve 5201 Bowman Springs Road, Arlington This stunning 58-acre outdoor space in southwest Arlington, which got a makeover last year, is one of the Arlington’s best-kept secrets. Noteworthy features include three ponds, a fishing pier, terraced outdoor seating, and dramatic views. Botany lovers will particularly enjoy the preserve’s many outdoor native plant communities.

Sonora Park 263 S. New Hope Road; Kennedale This cheerful outdoor space in Kennedale offers a pavilion, picnic tables and grills, plus a splash pad, nine-hole disc golf, baseball fields

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and a playground. While you’re in town, zip over to Sonora’s sister park, Town Center Park, which features the town’s 9-11 memorial and a playground that’s accessible to kids with disabilities.

River Legacy Parks 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington If you haven’t yet visited this jewel in Arlington’s tourism crown, you’re missing out.

Billed as an “urban oasis that follows the curves of the Trinity River,” River Legacy’s 1,300 acres of hiking, biking, canoeing and picnicking opportunities are also an ecological delight – and sanctuary – for countless bird, fish, mammal and plant species.

Crystal Canyon Natural Area 1000 Brown Blvd., Arlington Located in the scenic rolling hills of north Arlington, Crystal Canyon features plenty of diverse topography evocative of a marine environment that may have existed in that spot in ancient times. Shales, siltstones, fossil beds, and fine grain sandstone have all been found in this space, which was only developed a couple of years ago. Enjoy the park’s gorgeous walking trails, which provide plenty of quiet, shaded chances to connect with nature.

Oliver Nature Park 1650 Matlock Road, Mansfield The Master Plan for the Mansfield Community Park and Nature Preserve creates a sustainable and lasting framework to connect future generations of visitors to the rich cultural and natural history of the diverse 80-acre Oliver-Williams property along Walnut Creek.

Even now, this is one of the region’s premier places to find flora and fauna of all types.

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Your resource for entertainment options in and around the city

Still rockin’ after all these years PAT BENATAR and Neil Geraldo will perform Nov. 4 at Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie. Show time is 7:30 p.m.

A couple on and off the stage, Benatar (the powerful rock singer) and Geraldo (the guitarist/ arranger) teamed to create her 1979 debut

MUSIC: Acoustic Tuesdays When: Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 Where: Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits Cafe (781 West Debbie Lane, Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: Justin Ross headlines performances every Tuesday at the popular restaurant. The local favorite has a unique way of delivering a message to his fans; it is though they can relate to him with every song he plays.

For more: fatdaddyslive.com MUSIC: Live Band Karaoke with Live 80 When: Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26 Where: Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits Cafe (781 West Debbie Lane, Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: Live 80 leads a rousing evening of karaoke every Wednesday evening at Fat Daddy’s.

For more: fatdaddyslive.com THEATER: “Miracle on South Division Street” When: Nov. 6-9 Where: Theatre Arlington (305 W. Main St.) Show times: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday Notes: Clara and her three grown kids in Buffalo, N.Y., have always known they were special, ever since the miraculous night in 1942 when the Blessed Mother appeared to Grandpa in his barbershop. The entire family’s faith is shaken when a deathbed confession causes the family legend to unravel. The results are heartfelt and hilarious.

For more: theatrearlington.org MUSIC: Don Williams When: Nov. 7 Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 N. Center St.) Show time: 7:30 p.m.

Notes: Williams, whose hits include “Good Ole Boys Like Me,” “I Believe In You,” “Love Is On A Roll,” “Amanda”

and “Tulsa Time,” has always had a knack for finding songs that speak directly to people’s hearts.

For more: arlingtonmusichall.com MUSIC: Patrice Pike When: Nov. 8 Where: Farr Best Theater (109 N. Main St., Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: Pike is an experienced singer and multi-instrumentalist. Billboard magazine proclaimed her “one of the finest up-and-coming contemporary rock singers in America.”

For more: farrbest.com MUSICAL THEATER: “Dear Edwina Jr.” When: Nov. 13-15 Where: Farr Best Theater (109 N. Main St., Mansfield) Show time: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday-Friday; 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday Notes: Music Place Mansfield presents this award-winning play that follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver extraordinaire Edwina Spoonapple as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers as part of the latest edition of her weekly “Advice-A-Palooza” extravaganza.

For more: farrbest.com THEATER: “A Streetcar Named Desire” When: Nov. 19-23 Where: University of Texas Arlington Mainstage Theatre (502 S. Cooper St.) Show time: 8 p.m. on Wednesday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. on Sunday Notes: This 1948 Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece by legendary American playwright Tennessee Williams is set in New Orleans and follows the tragic trajectory of Blanche DuBois, a faded Southern belle who is haunted by her past. Blanche moves in with her sister, Stella, and is subsequently bedeviled by Stella’s frank and uninhibited husband, Stanley – who uncovers Blanche’s

album, “In the Heat of the Night.” Thanks to the feisty sass of Top 40 hits such as “Heartbreaker” and “We Live for Love,” the record went platinum and launched a stellar career. They are in their 35th year of touring together.

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For more: uta.edu/theatre/index.html COMEDY: Amy Schumer When: Nov. 20 Where: Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie (1001 Performance Place) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: The popular comic’s “Inside Amy Schumer’s Back Door Tour” has been making audiences all across the country roar with laughter from beginning to end of every performance.

For more: verizontheatre.com MUSIC: Redd Volkaert Band When: Nov. 21 Where: Farr Best Theater (109 N. Main St., Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: Volkaert is arguably Austin’s best guitarist. He made his name as lead picker with Merle Haggard. He is an in-demand studio pro and is among the country’s top Telecaster guitar slingers. Volkaert plays everything from traditional country to honky tonk to western swing, is a talented singer, and leads his own four-piece band.

For more: farrbest.com MUSIC: The Sunpilots When: Nov. 26 Where: The Chuggin’ Monk (2301 N. Collins) Show time: 8 p.m.

Notes: Hailing from Sydney, Australia, the Sunpilots have quickly earned a reputation as both a killer live act and one of the harder-working independent bands in the world.

For more: (817) 274-2000 To keep up with the local music, drama and theater scene, be sure to make a habit of visiting our website, arlingtontoday.com.

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Health/Fitness

5 questions for Dr. Mark Bishara The local plastic surgeon talks about ways to rejuvenate your health by enhancing your appearance

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RLINGTON TODAY: What is the most popular service that you provide at The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa? And why do you think that is the case?

Dr. Mark Bishara: The most popular surgical service offered for women is breast augmentation, and for men it is minimally invasive robotic hair restoration. For the nonsurgical services, the most popular services are Botox and fillers such as Voluma, as well as laser hair reduction. Theses services are popular because they are relatively inexpensive and have very low social downtime.

Procedures to ensure the picture-perfect skin for the holidays include laser resurfacing, broadband light treatments combined with near infrared skin tightening treatments and a sprinkle of Botox.

AT: With winter approaching, what are some practical steps to take to ensure “picture perfect” skin for the holidays?

MB: Winter means the formal cocktail party season is approaching. Procedures to ensure the picture-perfect skin for the holidays include laser resurfacing, broadband light treatments combined with near infrared skin tightening treatments and a sprinkle of Botox. We call it the LASER 360 which requires two days of downtime, or we have the LASER 260, which requires no social downtime.

AT: Please explain how Laser360 works.

MB: Laser360 uses three technologies to provide complete skin rejuvenation: • AFT intense pulsed light for color – Pulses of light even out your skin color and reduce tiny broken blood vessels and other color irregularities.

• Near-infrared for tightness – Deep heating helps firms up any loose skin so you regain a more youthful, contoured appearance.

• Pixel® for texture and tone – This precision laser creates thousands of microscopic perforations, which stimulate new collagen to grow. The new collagen improves your skin’s texture and tone to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. The skin around each of these perforations remains intact, which allows the skin’s top layer to heal from the edge of these tiny holes very rapidly.

Each technology is delivered through a simple handpiece that is placed against your skin. The

treated area will gradually rejuvenate over the course of your customized treatment plan.

AT: In October, you offered the VIP Botox event.

How often do you offer treatments of this type, and what can a patient expect if she/he undergoes such a procedure?

MB: We offer open house events to help educate the community about beauty and health awareness. Typically this is once a year, but occasionally a spring and fall event are in order. Botox typically can last from two to eight months and is usually dependent on the dose one receives. Also, if someone has a high metabolic profile it may require more frequent treatments.

AT: Practically everyone would love to look young for as long as possible. What do you tell prospective patients about the options available to them when they schedule a consultation or appointment?

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Things for which I’m thankful The wins and losses are memorable, but it’s the people that matter the most • By John Rhadigan

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I am awed by the pictures Texas Rangers radio announcer Eric Nadel paints with his voice. Thanks for the summer soundtrack, Eric.

his time of year when we gather with family and reflect on all of God’s goodness, we also give thanks. For a “sports guy,” things like a shocking start to the season by the Cowboys or a return to the playoffs by the Stars seem like obvious candidates for thanksgiving.

However, wins and losses or success and failure on the field of play are secondary to me. I give thanks for people and relationships.

People like Mike Modano. This month Mo takes his rightful place among the best hockey players ever by being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. He scored more NHL goals and amassed more points than any American-born player. His induction is a no brainer.

What you may not know about Mike is that he is one of the most down-to-earth superstars I have ever covered. During two Stanley Cup runs in 1999 and 2000 we interviewed Mike twice a day.

I’m serious. He would address the gathered media after every morning skate and after every game. I cannot think of one other athlete I have ever covered who would have the patience for this type of media onslaught. To this day he is active and supportive; in fact, he was a sponsor of the Do it for Durrett concert in September. I will be in Toronto when Mike is inducted into the Hall, and even though reporters typically don’t, I will applaud loudly. Thanks for the memories, Mo! SPEAKING OF the Hall of Fame, may I offer this tribute to my friend Eric Nadel. He received the highest honor a baseball announcer can get when he was inducted into the Hall of Fame as the Ford C. Frick Award winner last summer.

The scene in Cooperstown on that July weekend was like something out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Eric represented the Rangers with charm, grace and humor. He is the voice of summertime here in Texas and has been since 1979. I spend so much time at games that I don’t get to hear his work as much as I would like, but when I do I am awed by the pictures he paints with his voice. Thanks for the summer soundtrack, Eric.

I give thanks for a seven-year working relationship with former Rangers manager Ron Washington. He exited amid controversy and scandal, and

his tenure here was not without missteps. But his time here should be remembered fondly.

I believe that without Wash the Rangers would not have been a part of the 2010 World Series. By 2011, the team knew it was the best in baseball, but would it have known that without Wash?

I know his in-game moves were criticized and in some circles ridiculed, but Ron Washington is a baseball man and a people person. He got the most out of his players by creating a relaxed, fun yet serious, atmosphere in the clubhouse. Some of my fondest memories in baseball involve watching Wash hold court with his players in the dugout during batting practice. He was great with the media, too; he always had time for you even though he would rather just talk with you than do an interview. Thanks for all of it, ​Wash, especially those two trips to the World Series.

FINALLY, I GIVE THANKS for all of you. The sports fans in this area are so supportive of the local media. That is just not true in all markets. Some places the media guys and the fans have an adversarial relationship. Not here!

I appreciate your feedback, your friendship and your support. Your tremendous support was on display when we lost one of our brothers, Richard Durrett, this year. You packed the Do It for Durrett concert and helped us raise nearly $500,000 for his pregnant wife and two kids. You were also kind when we lost our brother Max Morgan too soon.

Your love and support helped us through that difficult loss. Both of those men were so humble that they would have been surprised by how you responded to their deaths. But they should not be surprised. You are great fans, great people and great friends. Thank You!

Sports columnist John Rhadigan is an anchor for the Fox Sports Southwest television network.

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To market, to market THE TEXAS CHRISTKINDL MARKET will return to Arlington for a fourth year. This year’s holiday extravaganza will be held Nov. 28-Dec. 21 at Globe Life Park.

This enchanting outdoor family market is crafted in the tradition of those held throughout Germany during the Christmas season.

Nov. 1 What: Bird Identification Workshop Where: Kennedale City Hall Conference Room (405 Municipal Drive) When: 8-8:30 a.m. (registration); 8:30-10 a.m. (bird watching at Southwest Nature Preserve) In a nutshell: The workshop will cover bird anatomy as it pertains to field identification; birds common to this region during the fall; and basic ecology, habitat associations, and behaviors to assist in identification. Reservations are required.

For more: (817) 985-2135 Nov. 1-2 What: Fright Fest Where: Six Flags over Texas When: Times vary In a nutshell: By day, the park offers Halloween-themed shows and treats for younger guests and families. Then by sun’s set the ghouls, goblins and zombies emerge in the park’s midways.

For more: sixflags.com/overtexas Nov. 2, 27 What: Dallas Cowboys football Where: AT&T Stadium When: Game times TBD In a nutshell: This month, the Cowboys host the Arizona Cardinals (Nov. 2) and the Philadelphia Eagles (Nov. 27).

For more: dallascowboys.com Nov. 4 What: UTA Maverick Speaker Series: James Stavridis Where: Texas Hall (701 West Nedderman Drive) When: 7:30 p.m.

In a nutshell: As the 12th dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, Stavridis has maintained a strategic emphasis on topics such as the role of women in international relations, synthetic biology and its impact on foreign affairs, and the function of

online media and social networks in public diplomacy.

For more: uta.edu/maverickspeakers/2014-15/ james-stavridis.php Nov. 7-9 What: Holiday Magic Gift Market Where: Arlington Convention Center (1200 Ballpark Way) When: 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. on Saturday; 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. on Sunday In a nutshell: Discover new and unique merchants for holiday gifts, clothing, jewelry, children’s gifts, gourmet food and home decor at this Junior League of Arlington event.

For more: jlarlington.org Nov. 10 What: Experimental Workshop Where: The Upstairs Gallery (1038 W. Abram St.) When: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

In a nutshell: The theme for this workshop is NatGeoCitrasolve. Created to clean floors and remove stains, Citrasolve has become an art supply. Renowned artist Karen Foster will show you how to use it to turn images in National Geographic into abstract artworks.

For more: info@upstairsartgallery.com Nov. 11 What: Annual Veterans Day Celebration, Arlington Where: Veterans Park (3600 W. Arkansas Lane) When: 11 a.m.

In a nutshell: This year each Korean War veteran attending will be introduced and presented with a commemorative medallion. Friends and family of Korean War veterans are urged to register for the ceremony and complimentary luncheon by Nov. 7.

For more: runz-law@att.net; (817) 795-2020.

Nov. 14 What: A Night with Nature Where: River Legacy Living Science Center (703 N.W.

While strolling the market visitors can view and enjoy exquisite handmade gifts, unique ornaments, rare European fabrics, German delicacies (such as brats, goulash, potato pancakes, gingerbread, baked goods and Gluhwein) and German beers.

For more: texaschristkindl.com

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When: 7-10 p.m.

In a nutshell: This evening of lively spirits, great food and wild entertainment benefits River Legacy Living Science Center’s environmental education programs and exhibits.

For more: (817) 860-6752 Nov. 28-Dec. 30 What: Holiday in the Park Where: Six Flags over Texas When: Times vary In a nutshell: The park magically transforms into a whimsical winter wonderland full of twinkling lights and frosted fun. Throughout the park, you’ll be entertained by carolers and infused by the smell of all of the scrumptious holiday food.

For more: sixflags.com/overtexas Nov. 22-23 What: Fourth Annual DFW Photo Expo Where: Arlington Convention Center (1200 Ballpark Way) When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

In a nutshell: This event features a free trade show, lectures and training, product giveaways, show deals and a chance to network with fellow photographers of all skill levels. Presented by Arlington Camera, this is a community event, during which the sponsor will hold its biggest annual sale.

For more: dfwphotoexpo.com Nov. 29 What: Big 12 football: Texas Tech vs. Baylor Where: AT&T Stadium When: TBD In a nutshell: The Big 12 rivals square off in their annual game in Arlington. Two of the conference’s more prolific offenses generally make this game one of the more entertaining matchups of the year.

For more: stadium.dallascowboys.com/events/ eventList.cfm

4th Annual German American Holiday Market Admission and parking are FREE!

November 28 - December 21, 2014 Arlington, TX

Texas Christkindl Market (kris-kin-dill) is an enchanting family market in the tradition of markets held throughout Germany during the Holiday season. Featuring authentic German cuisine, beverages, entertainment, arts, crafts and holiday gifts.

WHEN: HOURS: WHERE:

Nov. 28 - Dec. 21, 2014 Sunday - Friday 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Main entrance is Road to Six Flags and Ballpark Way (Next to Globe Life Park in Arlington

Visit www.TexasChristkindl.com for more information.

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Being thankful for a phone call How one day in the mayor’s office changed every day thereafter • By Richard Greene

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he annual celebration of Thanksgiving is always an opportunity for us to pause and reflect upon our blessings. Images of celebrating our nation’s origins will remind us that our freedoms, like none other in all of human history, began with a declaration that we are founded upon “a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence.”

We all have a great many things to be thankful for, and they range from the entirely private and personal to family to community and across the whole spectrum of our lives.

We then prompt ourselves to remember to be thankful every day – not just on the one that is traditionally set aside for that purpose. But, we get busy with life and all its distractions and forget how privileged we are in so many ways.

EACH YEAR I THINK BACK to an occasion that occurred in my public life that I will always believe God ordained as guidance for being faithful to the public trust that had been bestowed upon me.

Only a few weeks had passed since I had been elected to my first term as Arlington’s mayor. During those early days I spent some time contemplating an agenda of “great things” I would do as the city’s senior elected official.

Then I got a call that changed me. On the phone came the tender and respectful voice of a lady I could tell was advanced in age. She said she was sorry to bother me but wanted to know if I had a few minutes to talk with her.

My assumption was she was going to complain about something.

Instead, she explained that she and her husband had moved from Long Island, N.Y., to spend their retirement years in Arlington to be closer to family in North Texas. Their dreams had ended with the un-

expected death of her husband a few months earlier. She described how she found solace in her aloneness by occasionally driving to the edge of Lake Arlington at sunset to look across the water and reflect upon the happiness of the life she and her husband had made for themselves.

They greatly enjoyed their time together at Long Island’s beaches, and all those wonderful memories became more real, she said, when she was able to park for a little while at the lake, where she could hear the gentle ripple of the water lapping on the shore.

THE PROBLEM WAS that the lake officer had told her she could not park where she wanted at the end of the road, that she would have to move farther away into the parking lot. Her request was for me to give her permission to stay for just 10 or 15 minutes where she needed to be for the experience to be complete.

It was listening to her that I realized that being the mayor of the city wasn’t all about addressing the needs and wants of the mass of the community, but that every resident was an individual deserving of careful attention from me when they sought me out – and even when they didn’t.

I don’t know if the experience made me a better public servant, but it certainly did cause me to want to be better. I’ve always been convinced that her call was Providential. And, for that phone call, I have always been thankful.

And, yes, we worked it out for her to park where she wanted. Of course we did.

Richard Greene served as Arlington’s mayor from 1987-1997 and currently teaches in the University of Texas Arlington’s graduate School of Urban and Public Affairs.

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