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May 2015
The Ice House
In every aspect of their lives, Melissa and Jamey Ice mix the old and the new, finding treasures in little things that others have tossed aside. They have a discernible respect for historical preservation. Nowhere are these qualities more evident than in the couple’s beautifully restored home in the Historic Fairmount neighborhood of Fort Worth. by Gail Bennison
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2015 Dream Home Old World Mediterranean and contemporary modern come together on a corner signature lot in a high-end development in Southlake. by Paul
64 Glory of the Goat Remembering Worth Hills Golf Course by Mark Mourer
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Jamey Ice, band member of Green River Ordinance, welcomed us into his home for this month's Inside Design feature.
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90 Up Close Nancy Lamb by Gail Bennison
Snapshots Behind the ropes and on the red carpet, the photos of the personalities and parties that have everyone talking
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fwevents From the mustsee live concert to the highly esteemed art exhibit, a month of events worth checking out
fwdish Culinary ventures in and around town
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Dish Listings The most sought-after restaurant guide to navigate the area’s diverse dining options
144 Where Is This? How well do you know Fort Worth? Can you guess where this photo was taken based on the clues?
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UT Southwestern’s renowned Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center now offers its leading-edge treatment at the Moncrief Cancer Institute in Fort Worth. One of only 68 nationally designated cancer centers in the country, UT Southwestern is home to many of the nation’s top cancer specialists. Physicians, surgeons, oncologists, therapists, and more work in tandem to carry out groundbreaking research and deliver the latest, most promising therapies to fight your cancer. And now, that world-class care is conveniently located close to home.
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Style and muSic collide thiS month in our cover story highlighting local soul singer/songwriter Leon Bridges (Coming Home, page 32) and in our Inside Design feature that showcases the home of Green River Ordinance band member Jamey Ice (The Ice House, page 54).
Jamey and his wife, Melissa, welcomed us into their newly renovated home in the historic Fairmount district. The style is eclectic-meets-modern farmhouse, and every square foot of the home exudes charm. Beyond their knack for interior design, Jamey and Melissa, married for eight years, live extraordinary lives.
Melissa founded The Net, a Fort Worth-based non-profit that supports the homeless, refugee children, and women affected by the sex industry.
Jamey and his brother formed the popular rock band, GRO. After recording their first album in their church’s basement, GRO was soon booking gigs every weekend and even opened for Bon Jovi. In 2009 the band released its first major label debut on Virgin Records and now has coveted spots on tours and on television.
The couple also owns the gastropub/coffeehouse, BREWED, on West Magnolia Avenue. Jamey says, “We really wanted to create a space that would help shape culture, a place where people could come and have great experiences, conversations and exchanges of ideas.”
Another local musical talent with impeccable style is up-and-comer Leon Bridges. He’s known for his signature 1950s look and a cool Sam Cooke-esque sound. Leon classifies his music as Southern soul, and he is releasing his first major album with Columbia Records in June.
He says, “When people hear my music, I want them to identify with the past. I want them to think back to when they first heard the sound with their grandparents when they see me play. That’s why I wanted to make the way I dress consistent; so when they see me play, they are immediately brought back to that time, and it makes them feel good.”
Already gaining national recognition, Leon has been covered in Esquire magazine and appeared on The Late Late Show He told us about his upcoming shoot with Vogue and a future spot on Saturday Night Live. Leon treated the magazine staff to a brief private performance following the fashion shoot. Go to fwtx.com/videos for a chance to check out his soulful sound.
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While Jocelyn Tatum's article on the rebirth of Magnolia and the South side of Fort Worth scratched the surface in focusing on a few people who were somewhat involved, she totally ignored the one individual who devoted years of his life - the first few at no salary - to rally the hospitals into staying put and into outlining their growth plans. With this agreement in place, others were willing to invest without fear of losing out to eminent domain. The person who pulled this together was Don Scott, the first director of Fort Worth South. Without his tireless efforts, development in the area might well have never gained traction. —Lee Rogers
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There may be no "I" in team, but there certainly is an "A" in MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival that is specially dedicated to Larry Anfin. Often times good deeds go unseen, but thanks to the April issue's Up Close feature on Mr. Anfin, it is obvious that MAIN ST. is an unrivaled success year after year due to his exceptional devotion, unparalleled leadership and compassion for volunteer work.—Audree Fifer
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Courtney Dabney is a hometown girl. She is a graduate of Arlington Heights, TCU and Dallas Theological Seminary. Courtney has been freelancing for local magazines and PR firms for the past decade, as well as publishing her first book Praying for Miracles in 2012. She has served as our resident food critic since 2010. You will find her review of Kin Kin Urban Thai on page 122. Also in this issue, she reviews West Fork Grill inside the Summit Towers (page 126).
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Gail Bennison mostlyenjoys writing about people, art and culture, health, and history. This month Gail contributes our cover feature. She gives us an inside look at the Fairmount home of Mel and Jamey Ice (guitarist for Green River Ordinance). Gail also wrote about local artist Christopher Blay (page 30) and provided an Up Close feature on painter Nancy Lamb (page 90).
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Style extraordinaire, Holland Sanders, is a blogger who loves celebrating the evolving world of fashion. Through her blog, Haute Holland, she introduces readers to the hottest trends and latest fashion topics. This month Holland styled local soul singer/songwriter Leon Bridges on page 32.She also selected the best athletic shoes for saving your ankles and knees in the long run (page 40).
4 In the Escapes feature in this issue, Kyle Whitecotton takes us on a Moroccan adventure. His vivid description of the magnificent mosques, crumbling Kasbahs, flowing fountains, fascinating markets and the extraordinary ruins and historic sites may have you rethinking your summer vacation plans. To read more, go to page 24.
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Fort Worth has been home for Mark Mourer since he moved here to attend TCU. Over the past couple of decades, he’s come to love the lore and legends that make up our city. An avid sports consumer, Mourer picked up his first Dan Jenkins book in college and kept reading from him and the other Fort Worth Press writers. Jenkins’ Glory Game at Goat Hills article in Sports Illustrated, published 50 years ago, left a large, impressionable divot. Mourer often thought about the course and its characters while walking over the forgotten Worth Hills Golf Course fairways, usually while running late to journalism classes on the other side of campus. Mourer’s feature can be found on page 64.
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Jocelyn Tatum contributed a culture feature this month about The Fine Line exhibit at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. It is an important exhibit to experience because it asks the community to overcome the stigma that comes with mental illness. Beautifully articulated photographs, along with the stories of the people in them, will be on display through May 31. To read more, turn to page 26.
HOMETOWN HEROES
Presented by TXO
Sue Austin
President CEO, Cuisine for Healing
When Cuisine for Healing founder Wendy Wilkie passed away in 2008 from a long battle with cancer, Sue Austin knew she could take Wendy’s dream of having meals in the fridge when someone was too sick to drive, shop or cook for themselves and make it happen. “We delivered our first meals in February of 2010, 72 meals! Last month we prepared, packaged and delivered around 1,400 meals,” Sue said.
Cuisine for Healing, a non-profit organization, is committed to making nutritious, delicious food readily available to people combating disease, while providing education about the power of healing food. The Outreach Food Program prepares and delivers free meals to qualifying cancer patients in Tarrant County. Joyce, an OFP client, said, “I don’t believe I would be alive today without the wonderful meals delivered to my home when I was so sick. What a blessing these people are and so very kind and caring.”
The true heroes, Sue stresses, are the volunteers and clients themselves. “Cancer can take away jobs, health insurance, homes and financial stability. When speaking with them daily, it is so powerful to have them express such gratitude and kindness in the face of the devastation this disease can cause. Their spirit is such an inspiration; it drives me to do the right thing every day, all the time to help them be well.”
TXO chases oil throughout North America, but we proudly call Fort Worth our home. So to us, Fort Worth is not just where we work; it’s a place we love. TXO’s pledge to be a good corporate neighbor is one we take seriously and look forward to growing through initiatives like sponsoring Cuisine for Healing and also by supporting other community events. TXO’s philanthropic endeavors make a significant difference to numerous organizations, through community development, social services, health and medical causes and education. To learn more, visit our website at www.txo.com facebook.com/TXOLLC twitter @TXO_LLC
Power Hungry
We are looking for the most powerful folks in town to feature in the August issue of the magazine. If you think you know someone that fits the description, visit fwtx.com to make your nominations through July 1.
Calling All Interns
Make the most of your summer with an exciting internship at Fort Worth, Texas magazine. We are currently filling spots for editorial and advertising internships. Please send resume and cover letter to jcasseday@ fwtexas.com.
Sandwiches and Beer
Cooking columnist Nancy Farrar has a great time this month visiting Martin House Brewing Company and learning which of its beers pair best with her sandwich creations. For a behind-the-scenes look at her day at the brewery, visit fwtx.com/videos.
Bountiful Blogs
From foodie news and stylish entertaining ideas to reviews of local art happenings and Western heritage, visit fwtx.com to read the musings of our many blog writers.
HOT TICKETS
Don’t miss out on some of the magazine’s hottest upcoming events. Our Top Chef preliminaries will be held on May 6 at Texas Appliance in Hurst. Guests will watch some of the area’s best chefs compete to move on to the finals. To purchase your tickets, visit fwtx.com/topchef.
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Worth’s No. 1 online source for inding doctors and hospitals or years, Fort Worth, Texas magazine eaders have used the annual Top Docs issue to select a doctor. These sa me readers can now go to fwtx.com/ directory/docs to locate a physician in he area with our new Online Medical Directory that is searchable by the doctor’s name, practice name, location nd specialty.
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Most Beautiful
Fort Worth, Texas magazine is ooking for the 10 most stunningly beautiful females in the city. We want your help deciding who are the fairest of them all for our 2015 Most Beautiful Women in Fort Worth feature appearing in our December issue. Your nomination(s) can be your wife, your girlfriend, your mother or a girl you run into at the gym. Deadline for making your nomination is September.
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schieffer announces retirement
“Because this is where my professional career Began, this is where i wanted all of you to Be the first to know: this summer i am going to retire.”
And with that, the legendary Bob Schieffer announced the end to a spectacular career: 46 years at CBS News, including 24 years as the face of the network’s Face The Nation, the highest-rated political talk show on Sundays for the past three years. During his career, Schieffer has won a multitude of awards and honors dedicated to broadcast journalism, including eight Emmys, the overseas Press Club Award, the Paul White Award presented by the TV News Directors Association, the Edward R. Murrow Award given by Murrow's alma mater Washington State University, and in 2008 he was named a living legend by the Library of Congress.
Through it all, Bob Schieffer has never forgotten where he came from and how he started. Born in Austin, Schieffer considers Fort Worth his hometown. He grew up in the City of Cowboys and Culture, graduating high school from Fort Worth ISD’s North Side High. Schieffer stayed close, graduating from TCU in 1959. While enrolled, he was a member of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, as well as the social fraternity Phi Delta Alpha. After college Schieffer briefly joined the U.S. Air Force, before being honorably discharged. He then joined the staff of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. While there he became the first reporter from a Texas newspaper to report from Vietnam. After a short stint at the Star-Telegram’s WBAP-TV in Dallas, Schieffer joined CBS in 1969.
Bob Schieffer has interviewed every president since Richard Nixon, including many who sought the office; in addition, he has moderated three debates for the Presidential Commission on Debates in 2004, 2008 and 2012. He interviewed President Obama last November.
In 2005, TCU named its journalism school in Schieffer’s honor, and in 2013 named the College, in which the journalism school is located, the Bob Schieffer College of Communication. Schieffer continues to be involved with his alma mater, participating in the College of Communication’s Schieffer Symposium since its inception in March of 2005. Once a Horned Frog, always a Horned Frog! —Jessy Diamba
Sporty Addition
Fort Worth’s WestBend development just acquired a new tenant. Tyler’s announced that it will open a 17,274-square-foot store in early 2016. This location marks the sportswear retailer’s seventh store in the state.
Tyler’s will feature merchandise for men, women and youth from Nike, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Converse and other apparel, footwear and eyewear brands.
Other WestBend tenants include Zoë’s Kitchen, East
Hampton Sandwich Co. and Silver Fox Steakhouse. The Fresh Market is set to open this summer, with Grimaldi's Coal-Brick Oven Pizzeria opening this fall.
Redevelopment efforts already are underway at WestBend, including a new 81,150-square-foot Class A office building, which will include Regus. When completed in fall 2015, WestBend will offer 280,000 square feet of retail, dining and office space. —FWTX Staff
New Brew
Craft beer drinkers are rejoicing. What once was the Rodeo Steakhouse at 1309 Calhoun St. in Fort Worth will soon be The Acre Distillery. As a past investor in Rahr & Sons Brewing, Tony Formby bought the 7,000-square-foot location to open his brewery. Formby is also chief executive of 2x4 Brewing & Imports based in Vancouver, British Columbia. His company focus was to introduce Canadian craft beers to the American market. —FWTX Staff
NCHA’S
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New Face in the Morning
Starting in June, Russ McCaskey will join Karen Borta as co-anchor of CBS 11 News This Morning. This news comes nearly eight months after former co-anchor, Brendan Higgins, was fired.
McCaskey has strong local ties and is a graduate of TCU. After 15 years at KJRH in Tulsa, McCaskey says in a press release: “I am thrilled to be returning home. It’s the best possible scenario to be able to do a job you love, in a place you love and as a bonus, be close to family and friends.”
He has received nine regional EMMY Awards and covered major stories such as the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.
To see McCaskey in action, tune into CBS 11 from 4:30-7 a.m. on weekdays beginning June 1. —FWTX Staff
So Long, Willie
After four years in Fort Worth, promoters have announced that Willie Nelson is taking his July 4 picnic back to Austin. The new picnic location will be in the Austin360 Amphitheater and include 20 acts on two stages, including Merle Haggard, Billy Joe Shave, Asleep at the Wheel, Leon Russell and much more.
But the show must go on. Billy Bob’s Texas has announced its own twoday event July 3-4 without Willie. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit billybobstexas.com.
—FWTX Staff
Mall
Makeover
RidgMAR MALL is getting a much-needed multi-million dollar facelift. According to GK Development Inc., the Illinoisbased owner of the shopping destination, a renovation of the Rave Ridgmar 13 cinema and overhaul of the interior are in the plan.
With that news comes the announcement that fashion retailer H&M plans to open a 21,000-square-foot location at Ridgmar this fall.
All stores will remain open during the remodel. —FWTX Staff
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Leon Bridges transports listeners to
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this is morocco
| by kyle whitecotton |
It’s a country of magnificent mosques with towering minarets and decorative ceramic tile mosaics like those of k outoubia in m arrakesh. It’s narrow alleyways that wind through fascinating markets, flowing fountains and mouthwatering food stands in bustling medinas like that in Fez. It’s a world of crumbling kasbahs like Telouet in the Atlas Mountains and mighty city gates like Bab Oudaia in Rabat. And it’s a collection of extraordinary ruins and historic sites like Volubilis outside of Meknes. But there’s more. Beyond the city walls and past the bustling crowds and far removed from the seaside resorts lie rugged mountain ranges edged by thick cedar forests and overlooking a Saharan landscape of stone that quickly gives way to a sprawling ocean of desert sand speckled by lush oases and green river valleys. No, this is not a fictional landscape you saw once in a movie; this is Morocco. Begin along the Mediterranean coast where the rugged Rif Mountains try desperately to hide their seaside secrets like Al Hoceima and Saidia. Or jump right in and join the crowds of Tangier, one of Morocco’s best Mediterranean cities. Then head south for the resort towns of Larache and Moulay Bousselham and the elegant old port town
of Asilah, offering the country’s best stretch of sandy beach.
Much of Morocco’s Atlantic coast, including the capital city of Rabat, is heavily Europeanized and offers first-timers an easy cultural shift before heading inland. South of Rabat is Casablanca, the country’s largest and most modern city and home to the seaside Hassan II mosque and a stunning central square called Place Mohamed. Still further south is the popular coastal resort of Essaouira and the Old Spanish Colonial town of Sidi Ifni.
The heart of Moroccan culture and history is the imperial city of Fez, known as one of the most complete medieval cities in the Arab world. A stroll along the narrow streets and covered bazaars of Old Fez will excite the senses as visitors encounter a world of colorful sites amid a vast array of food stands and craft shops crowded with people.
The highlight of Moroccan cities is Marrakesh, known as the Red Pearl of Moracco, which offers a vast collection of historical and cultural sites amid streets bathed in the richness of a truly Moroccan experience. Historically a metropolis of Atlas tribes and a marketplace for tribesmen
and Berber villagers, Marrakesh is perhaps best known for its Jemaa el Fna. Here, in the town center, days are filled with snake charmers, medicine men and teeth pullers who populate the square, but by late afternoon and well into the evening, a crowd emerges to relish in a throng of entertainers, musicians and storytellers assemble together in a festive air.
Leave the crowds of the cities behind and venture to a land of remote mud-thatched Berber villages and a whole different Moroccan experience high in the Atlas Mountains, North Africa’s greatest mountain range. Take a casual stroll along well-worn paths or go all out on a mountaineering trek up Jebel Toubkal in Toubkal National Park. Take a daytrip from the village of Tanahmeilt to see the breathtakingly complex network of towering waterfalls known as Cascades d’Ouzoud. Or stand beneath the Todra Gourge where colorful canyon walls ascent 500 feet above the dried riverbed below.
Across the Atlas to the south, visitors encounter the rock and scrub of the pre-Sahara, lush river valleys of the Drâa, Dadès, Todra and Ziz, and the old caravan routes dotted with date-palm oases. The best and most traditional way to experience the lofty dunes and sprawling expanses of the Sahara desert is by camel. Join up with a local outfitter for a single-day outing or head out on a multi-day trip to discover the magic of a deep Saharan night sky.
No matter how brief your stay might be in these colorful cities or how early your course into this exceptional landscape might turn back, Morocco is sure to change you forever. It’s an unforgettable world. Go and see it for yourself.
Morocco is a collection of extraordinary ruins and historic sites.
the fine line
The Fine Line exhibition is coming back to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, April 16-May 31, asking the community one more time to overcome the stigma that comes with mental illness.
| by Jocelyn tatum |
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n a photograph, Beth stands in a garden, leaning against the wall facing the camera wistfully. She is brilliantly talented, performing poetry in high school and songs on stage. But her parents horribly abused her. She later became agoraphobic, a fear of public places, and stayed in a chair in her kitchen for years.
“This exhibition is comprised of beautifully articulated photographs that, along with the stories of those people, communicate the many issues related to mental health, and we are pleased to be the host site for this exhibition, especially during May, which is Mental Health Month,” said Van A. Romans, president of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.
President of the Mental Health Connection (MHC), Patsy Thomas, said it’s hard to address an issue that nobody wants to talk about. At first the FWMSH said no because it has a reputation as a children’s museum; however, it was rebranded when they celebrated its 50th anniversary. While parental discretion is advised for small children, many teens suffer mental illness.
“Then they came back to us and said, this is too important for us not to host this,” Thomas said.
It was in 2006 when the museum hosted this provocative exhibition the first time. More than 75,000 people showed up, some coming back every day to absorb these peoples’ stories about overcoming through 24-inch by 30-inch framed photographic portraits. Thomas attended frequently because she was worried how the exhibit would do, but every time she saw the room filled and someone in tears.
“Invariably there would be someone there that would take their headset off and turn and say, ‘Oh my gosh. I never understood my brother before this happened.’ Or, ‘I didn’t know I was alone,’ ” she said.
The exhibition is a series of black-and-white photographs of people overcoming some form of mental illness. Artist Michael Nye takes their portraits with a Civil War-era camera and develops the 8-inch by 10-inch negatives in a dark room. It is a slow process, but one that allows him the time to think about the
Beth, in this photo, was horribly abused. This photograph of her is among those on exhibit.
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The exhibition is a series of black-and-white photographs of people
images in his portraits.
Nye spends days with the subjects earning their trust as he records their stories. He edits their voices into roughly five-minute segments. The museumgoer can choose to listen to these stories as they study their portraits.
“Everyone has a wisdom about their own life that nobody else knows — how they have dealt with things. There is an enormous amount of wisdom in these stories. It is a study of human nature,” Nye said. “The audio in the exhibit allows the patron to hear the voice rise and fall and hear the voice crying or laughing or communicating metaphor.”
Nye said the exhibit is less about human suffering and more a reflection about the nature of mental illness. It is the person next door, your mother, brother, best friend, or the most popular girl in your school. It isn’t just the begging man on the side of the road with a cardboard sign.
“I don’t know where mental health ends and mental illness begins. This exhibit is about the fine line that moves through all of our lives as we weave our ways forward. It is about the recognition of our vulnerabilities and the fragility of control,” Nye said.
The senior vice president of behavioral health at JPS, Wayne Young, said a very small percentage of people who have mental illness actually seek help. Young approached Thomas with MHC to think of innovative ways to reduce this stigma. After a series of conversations, they reached out to the FWMSH.
Through this collaborative effort between JPS Health Network, the MHC of Tarrant County, and the FWMSH, Fort Worth will have a second chance to study human nature.
“This exhibit isn’t only about our shared humanity but our shared fragility… It is also about issues of justice and people who are mistreated,” Nye said.
• One in four adults—approximately 61.5 million Americans—experiences mental illness in a given year.
• Approximately 60 percent of adults, and almost onehalf of youth ages 8-15, with a mental illness received no mental health services in the previous year.
• Only 25 percent of adults with mental health symptoms believed that people are caring and sympathetic to persons with mental illness.
• One in every five adults in America experiences a mental illness. Nearly one in 20 (approximately 13.6 million) adults in America lives with a serious mental illness.
• African Americans and Hispanic Americans used mental health services at about half the rate of whites in the past year, and Asian Americans at about one-third the rate.
Provided by Wayne Young, Senior Vice President of Behavioral Health at JPS
overcoming some form of mental illness.
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Fort Worth artist Christopher Blay prefers not to talk a B out himself. In fact, he will not. “My work is more than my biography,” he explains. Instead, Blay designates his art as functioning as an extension of who he is as a person and his interests. “I can talk about my work as using everyday materials to describe the world from my perspective,” he says. Blay’s creative interests include art, photography and community, and his work covers all three of those areas using materials that are very specific to what he’s doing.
American Trip Road is the title of Blay’s art he created from found images. The works came from his experience of going through garage sales, thrift stores and antique shops collecting photographs. Going through those images, Blay realized that 99 percent do not show African Americans. “I don’t see that as some sort of sabotaging of history. It’s just a snapshot of the way the world looked at the time,” he says. “The most visible and recorded images for posterity were images that did not include African Americans.” His attempt was to recontextualize those images. “I felt if an alien landed on
an exploration of ideas
Artist Christopher Blay | by Gail Bennison|
Earth and collected all the images from that period, they would think that the images they had were a true reflection of the people who existed on this planet. For me, juxtaposing those images, reframing them and recontextualizing them, was a way to give a more accurate picture of everyone who existed at the time,” Blay says.
The Ark on Noah St. in Dallas speaks to Blay’s dedication to community engagement. Blay designed a Noah’s Ark in March of 2014 on the parking lot of Greater El Bethel Baptist Church to draw attention to vacant and abandoned homes threatening the Historic 10th Street District. He and neighborhood residents used a 20-foot shipping container covered with doors, windows and screens that were collected from a salvage yard and from abandoned homes. The dimensions were 30 feet long, 16 feet high and 8 feet wide. This is a recurring project. The vessel, which remains for 40 days and 40 nights, will be rebuilt on May 2. A festival has been created around it as a way of creating a cultural capital for the neighborhood. In the spirit of animals two-by-two, Blay gives the residents 2-foot square panels and encourages them to create their family stories. Many of them add photographs, letters and family histories.
“When the inevitable development comes and displaces because of all the vacancies in the neighborhood, there’s a hope that with something culturally significant there, the neighborhood will be tied to the greater Dallas community, and there will be some inclusion of the residents to make it
affordable,” Blay explains. “The residents there can’t move to more affluent neighborhoods.”
Blay's initial inspiration in creating art came from his two older brothers. He and his friends drew from Marvel comic books and tried to draw the way his brothers did. In his preteen years, Blay wrote an illustrated Sci-Fi story about a city in the clouds with strange stairways that went through both worlds.
His formal study of art began at Tarrant County College, 17 years ago. Blay received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Texas Christian University in 2003.
“Although I think art is a serious pursuit, I also think that sometimes it creates more barriers to communication than actually communicating. My work kind of lies in the middle of that,” he says. “We have life coming at us at such a fast pace that sometimes it prevents us from doing things we want to do. I try to make art in spite of that.”
Blay is engaged in preliminary planning for a sculptural public art installation on East Rosedale Avenue for the City of Fort Worth through the Public Art Commission.
Some of Blay’s art is created from images he has found at thrift stores, garage sales or antique shops.
The Ark speaks to Christopher Blay's dedication to community engagement.
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Coming Home
Leon Bridges has it. You may not even be sure what “it” is, but when his soulful sounds cut through the air and settle deep inside your being, you know you are experiencing something special.
Like a scene from an era that has long since passed, Leon transports listeners to something reminiscent of the time when music made you happy and style was all about class. The Fort Worth singer is known for his signature 1950s look (most of which is original to the period) and a cool Sam Cooke-esque sound. You wouldn’t know it, but this humble local is primed and ready for stardom. With major accolades already to his name and his first major album release with Columbia Records in June, this Southern soul singer is set to put Fort Worth on the map for a new kind of talent, and it’s going to be major.
Where does the passion come from for your music? It’s an inner passion that I have always had from birth. When I first picked up the guitar, I was determined to be great at what I was doing.
When did you start singing? I’ve been singing since I was a kid and always been fascinated with a lot of the R&B groups that were out at the time, like Usher, Ginuwine, 112 and Drew Hill, but I didn’t start taking it seriously until I was in college. I met a guy that would bring his keyboard to school, and we would sit around
the cafeteria of Tarrant County College and sing songs. That is where the desire to sing and write was born. That’s when I realized I could sing. That has been a fast progression – less than five years.
How did you get here? It has been hard, but every year from when I first started playing guitar, I got better and better. Doors opened. Even when I only knew two chords, I was determined to sing in front of people. That drive is what really has helped toward my growth.
Who influences the kind of music you make? The obvious is the 1950s and 1960s R&B blues and pop sounds. Two years ago is when I realized that is where my voice was. I have always wanted to do something alternative to what is out and popular. I first thought that something like neo-soul was what would be that alternative because I have always wanted to write good lyrics and not accept anything less than that.
The first song I ever wrote was to a hip-hop instrumental track because I was very fascinated with hip-hop around that time, and I would have to say that played a big part in my song writing even though it is totally different than what I do now. I took a lot from the phrasing and storytelling.
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Formal Trousers; Giorgio Armani; $595
Blue Patterned Dinner Jacket; Giorgio Armani; $1,995
Silk Pocket Square; Robert Stewart Inc; $55
Formal Bow Tie; J.S. Blank & Co; $95
White Formal Tuxedo Shirt; Giorgio Armani; $325
Patent Leather Antoane, Nero; Ferragammo; $695
| by Holland Sanders | photography by Alex Lepe |
Garments for the Coming Home Style Shoot were pulled from Neiman Marcus Fort Worth.
How do you define your signature music style? When people hear my music, I want them to identify with the past. I want them to think back to when they first heard the sound with their grandparents when they see me play. That’s why I wanted to make the way I dress consistent, so when they see me play, they are immediately brought back to that time, and it makes them feel good. I’m passionate about being consistent. I call my sound a Southern soul. I blend blues and soul with gospel undertones. I like the sound of the 1950s because when you boil it down, it just sounds good and is still the best era for R&B that has ever been done. It’s a sound that everybody loves. When I started writing, I wanted to see how well I could write a song and if it could stand up to a song from that time. Then you achieve it in some way, and it feels good.
When will your first record be released, and will you have something special for your Fort Worth family for the release? My first record, Coming Home, will be released worldwide on June 23, 2015, in stores and online, but we are going to have a record release party on June 20 at Scat Jazz Lounge in Fort Worth. People will be able to buy a record there before it hits the world.
Denim Jacket; Indigo; Burberry Brit; $495
Brown 5 cm Knitted tie; Hugo Boss; $125
Brown Solid Reversible Leather Belt; Ermenegildo Zegna; $295
Chestnut Lionel Longwing oxford; Cole Haan; $298
White Dress Shirt; Camicia; Giorgio Armani; $325
Blue and Grey Plaid Trousers; Incotex; $475
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What is your favorite element about Fort Worth? One thing I love about Fort Worth is the Fairmount community. There’s nothing like it. It’s the best neighborhood in all of Texas in my opinion. It’s a very close, supportive and loving community. All of musicians here are all rooting for each other, and no one is trying to step on you. I love Avoca coffee shop. I used to come here before this all happened. I would go there and sit outside and play my guitar. I’ve even written a number of songs there. I am able to really be creative there, which makes it one of my favorite places.
Will you always call Fort Worth home? I will stay here for as long as I can. There is no temptation or reason to move right now. My musical mentor, Austin Jenkins, and I have a studio called Now City Sound (in Fort Worth’s Shipping and Receiving) that is a very special place where I recorded my first record. And now I can get off tour and go record. I love Fort Worth because it is good to be all over the world and be able to come home to something familiar like friends and family.
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Happy Feet
When it comes to great performance while hitting the streets, runners understand the importance of a shoe that delivers. It’s no surprise that brands like Nike, Adidas and New Balance are on the top of the list, but this month we add a few newcomers to the footwear race that are making great strides in the running game.
| by Holland Sanders |
Speedform Gemini; Under Armour; Hot Pink/Black; $130; Fort Worth Running Company, fwrunco.com
Gel Nimbus; Asics; Flash Yellow/Flash Pink; $149.95; Luke’s Locker Fort Worth, lukeslocker.com
Nike Air Zoom Vomero; Nike; Hyper Orange/Reflective Silver; $139.95; Luke’s Locker Fort Worth, lukeslocker.com
Adrenaline GTS; Brooks; Pink; $120; Fort Worth Running Company, fwrunco.com
Constant; Hoka One One; Grey/Paradise Pink/Citrus; $160; Fort Worth Running Company, fwrunco.com
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Worn-out or ill-fitting shoes are the leading cause of injury among runners. Follow these tips to ensure you get the right shoe for you.
• Ask the Experts: Visit a specialty running store where a salesperson will question you about your running style, observe your stride and give you advice on which shoes will offer you the support you need.
• Remember to Rotate: Shoes should be replaced every 500 miles.
• Don’t Skimp: Spending more than $100 for a pair of running shoes may feel like a lot, but the investment is well worth it. Think of it this way, you could be preventing future doctor bills.
• Measure Up: It’s best to get your feet measured each time you buy new shoes. Many people suggest getting a running shoe that is a half size larger than street shoes. Extra room allows toes to move forward and feet to flex.
Gel Kayano; Asics; Lightning/White/Black; $159.95; Luke’s Locker Fort Worth, lukeslocker.com
Wave Rider; Mizuno; Blue; $120; Fort Worth Running Company, fwrunco.com
Triumph ISO; Saucony; Black/Orange; $149.95; Luke’s Locker Fort Worth, lukeslocker.com
PANINIS AND FAB SANDWICHES
There’s nothing better than a crusty, cheesy grilled sandwich with an ice-cold beer on a warm day in May. So I called on my friends at Martin House Brewery here in Fort Worth and asked them to pair one of their handcrafted brews with each of my four sandwiches. The results are amazing. These combos are perfect for lunch, dinner or a picnic. Be sure to try them all. Use whatever amounts suit you as you’re building your sandwiches. And remember, a true Cuban Sandwich uses only plain yellow mustard and has no grill marks.
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by Nancy Farrar, Chef Impersonator | photography by Alex Lepe |
The Saturday Surprise Panini
Let’s Visit Cuba Sandwich
The Manly Man Sandwich
The Open-face Lyonnaise Sandwich
The Saturday Surprise Panini
Pumpernickel bread with prosciutto, pepper jack cheese, thinly sliced green apple, thinly sliced red onion (grilled in a panini press) [Cutting board hand made by my friends at PalletSmart]
Paired with River House - A Texas Saison Ale
The River House is a lightcolored beer at about 5 percent abv. It’s refreshing and easy drinking, but with an exciting and fascinating flavor. A special yeast blend created by Martin House gives this beer hints of pepper and earthiness. Plenty of flavor and aroma hops yield a floral and citrusy essence. Selected to go with the heartiness of the dark bread and spicy cheese in this fullflavored sandwich.
The Let’s Visit Cuba Sandwich
sliced ham, sliced roast pork, swiss cheese, dill pickle slices, plain yellow mustard, panini bread from the sandwich counter at Central Market (grilled in a hot pan with a cast iron skillet on top to press it thin)
Paired with Pretzel Stout
This 6.5 percent abv stout is as black as oil and brewed with over six pounds of crushed sourdough pretzels per barrel. The salty fingerprint of the pretzels works with the sweet and roasty flavors of the chocolate malted and roasted barley to give this beer a flavor that is much greater than the sum of its parts. Selected simply because pretzels are perfect with mustard.
The Manly Man Sandwich
sliced beef tenderloin, smoked gouda cheese, onion rings, horseradish sauce on one slice of bread, guava jam spread thin on the other slice of bread, arugula on sourdough bread (grilled in panini press)
Paired with The Imperial TexanDouble Red Ale
This is a heavy-duty, 9 percent abv red ale with a profusion of hop flavor and aroma. Because they add almost two pounds of American hops per barrel very late in the beer-making process, the Imperial Texan is able to retain a wondrously piney and resinous hop character that perfectly balances its smooth but strong and dry malt backbone. A perfect match with the smokiness of the gouda cheese and horseradish.
The Open-face Lyonnaise Sandwich
roasted French bread, frisee greens, thick cut Applewood Smoked bacon, sunny-side up egg, fresh cracked pepper, drizzled with Dijon vinaigrette (1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard)
Paired with Day Break - 4 Grain Breakfast Brew
An inviting, 5 percent abv ale that’s referred to as a four-grain breakfast beer. It was modeled after a bowl of cereal. It’s made with barley, wheat, oats and rye and is finished with local honey and milk sugar. They ferment this beer very dry and add the milk sugar to create a delicate and unique sweetness. That sweetness is a perfect offset to the slightly bitter flavor of the frisee greens in this sandwich.
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Jamey Ice and his wife, Melissa, welcomed us into their newly renovated home in the historic Fairmount district. The style is eclectic-meets-modern farmhouse, and every square foot of the home exudes charm.
The Ice house
Eclectic style meets modern farmhouse
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by Alex Lepe |
In every Aspect of theIr LIves, MeLIssA And JAMey Ice MIx the oLd And the new, fIndInG treAsures In LIttLe thInGs thAt others hAve tossed AsIde. They are story collectors, culture builders and curators of their lives and the lives of others.
They also have a discernible respect for historical preservation. Nowhere are these qualities more evident than in the couple’s beautifully restored home in the Historic Fairmount neighborhood of Fort Worth.
Nearly a century old, and one of the largest houses in Fairmount, the 4,200-square-foot, two-story home was built in 1920. The original dark red brick, and large basement and attic, characterize that era.
While imposing in 1920 and restored to its former glory today, when Melissa and Jamey bought the house nine months ago, it was in shambles. The home sat vacant and abandoned for about six years. Most of the windows were broken, the fireplace was caved in, and massive water damage had rotted much of the floor, ceilings and walls. Animals and homeless people had been living there.
Even though the couple had renovated and lived in two old homes
before, this project, at first sight, was overwhelming.
“I knew we had it in us, but every project had been bigger than before,” says Melissa. “This one was a much harder project for me to envision.”
The ever the optimist Jamey, however, told Melissa they had found their dream house. “I said, ‘Oh, THAT’S our dream house,’ ” Melissa says laughing at the memory. “There’s a difference between someone moving out of an old house that needs updating versus a house that’s been vacant. Every time we came in, we had to run through the house. If not, we’d get attacked by fleas. It was really awful.” Melissa, 32, and Jamey, 30, were up to the task.
the people in the house They married eight years ago, agreeing from the beginning to work as a couple in restoring and creating. One thing for certain is they live interesting and fulfilling lives.
Built on a foundation of hope, Jamey says, he and his brother Geoff Ice formed the popular rock band, Green River Ordinance, (Jamey plays lead guitar and Geoff plays bass) while the brothers were still in their teens. After recording their first album in their church’s basement, GRO was soon opening for Bon Jovi in Houston
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and playing gigs every weekend. Then in early 2009, the band released its first major label debut on Virgin Records. Since its release, Out of My Hands has earned GRO coveted spots on tours and on television.
“I’ve been in a band since I was 15 years old and have gotten to travel the country and help shape culture,” Jamey says. “We use our music to give back to charitable causes and to build relationships.”
Melissa and Jamey co-own the eclectic gastropub/coffeehouse, BREWED, on West Magnolia Avenue. It opened in October 2012. At the time, not much was going on in that area. They leased what Jamey describes as a “really ugly” 4,000-square-foot 1950s office building and restored it.
“The restaurant was not opened to make money necessarily,” Jamey says. “We really wanted to create a space that would help shape culture, a place where people could come and have great experiences, conversations and exchanges of ideas.”
Wanting to settle in that neighborhood, Jamey and Melissa bought a neglected old house two blocks away from BREWED and remodeled it. They’ve now remodeled and lived in three houses in the Fairmount District, including their present home.
A homeless man named Carl served as Jamey’s teacher in remodeling and building furniture from scrap wood—one of Jamey’s favorite hobbies.
In addition to the restaurant and his music, Jamey buys and renovates houses with his best friend and neighbor, Jimmy Williams. In 2014, they remodeled 12 houses in the neighborhood and are working on four more.
“I love taking old neglected buildings and bringing them back the way they’re supposed to be,” Jamey says.
Melissa loves taking people who are neglected and restoring their lives back to the way they’re supposed to be.
Less than a year after opening BREWED, Melissa founded The Net, a Fort Worth-based non-profit that supports the homeless, refugee children, and women affected by the sex industry.
“People don’t need things as much as people need people,” Melissa
says. “That’s what The Net provides. The people we reach don’t have a safety net.”
Melissa has traveled to Ghana, Morocco, Nepal and China, immersing herself in different cultures and learning about the needs of people. “I was seeing so much poverty in other countries that I wanted to alleviate poverty in Fort Worth,” she says.
This Old House Decorating in eclectic style can end up being cluttered style. Not the case with Melissa and Jamey Ice. Their style is classy, homey and maybe a little bit off-center, which makes it a lot of fun. They paid attention to shapes, textures and neutral wall colors—all the design secrets of eclectic decorating.
“The part of me that likes to host people, likes to share my more eclectic, bold and fun side,” Melissa says. “As far as living life, resting and spending time with Jamey, I like more neutral, cozy feels.”
So, the Ice home’s downstairs has more flair, while the upstairs is neutral soft and provides a sense of comfort.
What’s fun about the downstairs is the intentional hodgepodge. Except for the two mismatched couches, which Melissa purchased, the other furniture came from antique malls, estate sales and garage sales. The couches are a bold modern take on vintage, and the two mismatched garage sale chairs are an unlikely but perfect complement. The overall feel of the downstairs is animal and nature, a sense of being out in the woods.
Deer antlers over the fireplace are adorned with inexpensive plastic mirrored Christmas ornaments. Melissa found them and then sprayed them with gold paint to make them look antique. The living room wall is a traditional gray—one of the many shades of gray you’ll find in the Ice house.
Original French doors lead to the dining room, where the walls are dark gray and snowfall gray. Black doors, which also are original to the house, provide a focal point in several rooms.
In this 95-year-old home, you will find original flooring, moldings and several original light fixtures.
Jamey made the dining room farmhouse table from shiplap that was behind the walls in the old house. “It’s very strong, and I left it the way it was, nail marks and all,” Jamey says.
Melissa enjoys the succulents on the table. “They are our way of doing flowers that don’t die,” she says. “Our green thumbs need that extra bit of help.”
The eight blue, textured-fabric 1960s vintage dining chairs, Melissa and Jamey found at an estate sale.
The most eclectic wall in the house is in the dining room. It’s covered in owl print wallpaper, balanced from bright colors to black and white. Melissa purchased it from Anthropologie. An animal trophy named Victor that belonged to Jamey’s grandfather hangs on the wall.
Jamey’s grandparents’ wedding photo is prominently displayed in the old butler’s pantry, which is original to the house. “They were married for 64 years,” Melissa says. “Their marriage is an inspiration for Jamey and me.”
Farmhouse meets industrial in the predominately white with
brass, airy kitchen. Exposed duct work lends an industrial feel. Mirrored glass tiles and a farmhouse sink complete the modern farmhouse style. Hanging over the island are copper pots and pans that belonged to Jamey’s grandparents. Jamey’s favorite thing about the kitchen is the island he made from flooring that came from an old 1950s railroad box car. An old church pew and antique table add to the farmhouse charm.
Melissa and Jamey collect vinyl record albums and 45s from many eras and genres. The 1970s-era record player, which is tucked in a corner of the dining room, sits atop an old file cabinet Jamey restored.
Melissa is a Motown person. Her go-to albums include Smokey Robinson, Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye and Ray Charles, as is evident by “Unchain My Heart” playing in the background.
“The best thing about a record player is the experience,” Jamey says. “It’s not just touching a button. You pick it up, you hold it, you touch it, and you see it. On the phone, you can’t touch it. Then you put it on, clean it off. And it’s interactive. You listen to it on the artist’s own terms. It’s how music was made to be played. My favorite thing in the world is to come home, have a drink, cook, and play a record.”
Every neatly arranged item in the house has meaning or function to Melissa and Jamey. The 100-year-old Bible carefully preserved in a case belonged to Melissa’s grandmother, who raised her. Jamey’s grandmother was a photographer. Her camera is prominently displayed.
Found wood on the side of the road became shelves, a funky side table, and stumps—all made by Jamey.
The downstairs bath has an antique dresser as a base for the sink. The lights are from a chicken coup. The tub was transformed into a beautifully tiled shower, and the floors are smooth rustic tile.
The steps leading to the upstairs are tiled in black and white. “I squealed when Jamey said we could do that,” Melissa says.
Melissa and Jamey are fans of artist Georgia O’Keefe. The cow skulls above the couch in the upstairs living room pay homage to her art. Empty picture frames painted the same color as the wall are another interesting nod to the couple’s subtle eclectic design preference.
The upstairs balcony had no railing when Melissa and Jamey moved in. It wasn’t even a porch, just a piece of burnt wood. Jamey tiled it and built the wood railing.
Jamey’s man cave has unusual guitars, one from the 1960s, one lighted and a mandolin on the dark walls. A bust of Elvis adds a focal point.
The master bedroom is welcoming with neutral tones and hanging lights with Edison bulbs for a vintage feel. Melissa has a ‘closet room’ with vintage chic and contemporary clothes. Jamey has a “mini closet like in the Siberia part of the house,” Melissa says. The bathroom features vintage mirrored tiles and a chandelier.
To bless the home, Melissa’s Net interns came to the house after the sheetrock went up but before the walls were painted. “We went around from room to room and prayed for God’s blessing in our
home and lives and wrote scripture verses on the walls of His promises that we want to live out as a family,” Melissa says.
Melissa and Jamey completed the Moroccan-themed nursery the second week of April, saving the best for last. They were approved for a transracial adoption from the ABC Program at Gladney Center for Adoption. The ABC stands for African Biracial Children.
With their beloved Maltese-poodle-mix puppy Oliver watching patiently, holding a tennis ball in his mouth, Melissa explains why they want to adopt.
“I have always wanted to adopt since I took a mission trip to Africa when I was 18,” Melissa says. “I felt like God told me I would adopt one day. However, despite all my travels to third world countries, we chose to do a local domestic adoption because of the work we do in Fort Worth with people in poverty. Also, we believe that adoption is a beautiful picture of God’s love for us since He adopts us to be his sons and daughters,” Melissa continues. “He brings us into the fold and extends love and grace towards us even though we didn’t earn it or deserve it.”
Melissa and Jamey plan to have biological children, too. They plan to live in Fairmount for the rest of their lives. “We want to have our kids here and grow old here,” Melissa says. “We also want to support businesses in the neighborhood and in downtown Fort Worth,” adds Jamey. “This is the best city in the world. We are blessed to be a part of its growth.”
Glory of the Goat
Remembering Worth Hills Golf Course
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by Mark Mourer |
removing golf courses from city topography is nothing new. Typically, condos or malls cap the former fairways and greens like a crown over a root canal. Country clubs that lose surrounding property value, memberships, tee times and corresponding revenue are prime targets for whiskey distilleries and, perhaps more frequently, real estate developers. Over the past several years, they have been swooping in across the country, looking to reinvigorate parts of a city and rezone old courses to welcome more modern facilities. Regardless of the city council initiatives and ambitions of visionary architects, the tragic loss of a home course can rival a death in the family for the links’ regulars.
Over the last decade, there have been a lot of funerals for these links. A 2013 report issued from the National Golf Foundation listed 155 courses that were shut down in 2012 alone, while no more than 14 opened that same year. Economic realities and the backlash from a building boom toward the end of the 20th century get credit for the downsizing.
Fort Worth golf facilities have not been spared the carnage. This is true in current events with the repositioning of our historic Glen Garden Country Club, but it also stretches back decades while Fort Worth grew into its own. One course in particular, which closed more than 50 years ago, still captivates sports historians, literary enthusiasts and 19th-hole philosophers.
Worth Hills Golf Course was buried by TCU fraternity and sorority houses, dorms and other buildings on the southwest end of campus in the early 1960s. The metamorphosis of its hills and
creeks continues to this day, evolving with limestone brick buildings designed to house the Academy of Tomorrow. But it was the golf course’s limestone outcroppings and brushy landscape features that resembled terrain only a mountain goat could clamber up and down. Thus, the course’s nickname, “Goat Hills” was born. It isn’t known who coined the nickname, but it stuck better than a pitch shot to soft bent grass green. Elegant bent grass greens, of course, did not exist at Worth Hills.
The original 96-acre tract now contains the second generation of athletic facilities, campus residences and cafeterias, standing as tributes to revised campus master plans and estate gifts from alumni. Luckily, a couple of visages of the venerable Worth Hills links remain, but the casual passerby might miss them without some knowledgeable tour guiding.
The stone bridge over the pond connecting the TCU Greek hous-
This map represents the layout of Worth Hills Municipal Golf Course. This framed piece on loan from writer Mark Mourer has been signed by sports writer Dan Jenkins.
ing with the intramural fields once carried the golfer from the elevated 18th tee across a very wet ravine and onto the uphill 18th fairway, unless, unhappily, his tee shot wound up out of bounds across bordering Stadium Drive. That bridge contains as much Fort Worth history as the bricks that line Exchange Avenue in the Stockyards. According to Will Stallworth, who retired as TCU Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities in 2011, the bridge was fashioned together from stones that were originally part of the old Fort Worth Courthouse. One other souvenir from the course, Worth Hills’ No. 3 tee, is still visible at the western entrance to the Bayard Friedman Tennis Center and baseball stadium parking lot. It takes a little creativity and a dash of want-to, but a sightseer can discern the mesa-like elevation just to the right of the sidewalk leading south to TCU’s Lowdon Track and Field Complex.
Vance Minter knows the No. 3 tee well. He walked the course thousands of times as a player and caddy, once for a 128-hole round in one day. He spent a lot of his young life working and playing at Worth Hills and narrowly avoided losing his life there too.
“I was on the No. 3 tee when it started raining one afternoon,” Minter said, “so I sat down under the tree to wait it out. Lightning struck the tree, and I could smell the tree and leaves starting to burn. But it never killed the tree.”
Or him, thankfully. The lone tree is still standing like a marshal over that tee box. Minter recalls his near-electrifying experience every time he goes by it.
To embrace golf history and culture in Fort Worth is to know the
stories of Worth Hills and also to appreciate how public golf came to exist here. It’s to drive by La Gran Plaza on I-35W and Seminary Drive and know that Byron Nelson and Ben Hogan learned to play golf on that site. This was, of course, long before it was the Town Center Mall or even Seminary South, as it was previously known. Understanding golf’s grip on Fort Worth is to be slightly dismayed that a driving range on the banks of the Trinity River just off Hulen Drive is now an apartment complex replete with garages for residents. Embracing golf in Fort Worth is to go beyond revering Byron Nelson’s 18th and final tournament championship of 1945 – that’s 18 wins during the 1945 season, folks – in Fort Worth, at the Glen Garden Open.
Knowledgeable golfers will be quick to point out that Worth Hills was not the first set of links to grace our city. Many of those scholars may also be members at River Crest Country Club, which gets credit for the longest-running active golf course in town. But, even River Crest was not technically the first golf course in Fort Worth.
Golf first arrived here in 1902 in the form of a nine-hole course and country club near the intersection of Merrick and Crestline streets. Called Fort Worth Country Club, the course hosted the 1908 Texas Amateur Championship won by R.H. Connerly, but that wasn’t enough for the local club set. Members wanted a full 18-hole course, and a group of men purchased additional land to incorporate FWCC and build what is now River Crest Country Club, which opened in 1911.
Golf courses were not new developments in Texas. They had been
Dan Jenkins (left) and Vance Minter recently returned to the site of one of the tees at Worth Hills Golf Course.
popping up across the state for years before immigrating to Fort Worth, albeit primarily in the country club setting. A Fort Worth Star-Telegram article from 1902 announcing the arrival of FWCC pointed out that “(golf) has been played in Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Galveston and elsewhere in the state and has done much to promote the joy of living in these cities.”
The same article makes reference to other highbrow activities afforded country club members.
“Within the last few years, a remarkable impetus has been given to the establishment of country clubs by the game of golf,” the article stated, adding that “the purpose of the club is to promote outdoor life and sports. There should be golf, tennis and croquet – the first three are essential. And, if any be so inclined, polo, baseball and football fields should be provided.”
The growth and popularity of golf would eventually reach Fort Worth’s common player when Worth Hills opened in 1923. But first, the city convened a meeting in February of 1917 to discuss the viability of public golf. Committee members approved the measure to move forward with a municipal course, but with all of the charming patience that Fort Worth has been known to operate, work actually began on the course four years later. Land just south and west of TCU was identified and purchased by the city. A December 17, 1922, Star-Telegram article mentioned that the first nine holes of the planned 18 would be open by Feb. 1, 1923.
“The land was sold to the board for $375 an acre, which is a remarkably low price considering the market value of the lands surrounding the tract,” the article said. “Location of the golf course at this point is expected to greatly enhance the value of the contingent tracts.”
The city’s Public Recreation Board budgeted $25,000 to build the clubhouse and develop the land into playable links. The fee to play Worth Hills in 1923 would cost a golfer a quarter, which was reported to be the “smallest fee charged by any municipal course in the country,” according to Marvin Evans, chairman of the Recreation Board. Worth Hills was designed to play at 6,482 yards, with 3,141 allocated to the front nine while the back nine stretched a little further to 3,341 yards.
Other municipal courses followed within a few years, and country clubs continued to open in the 1930s, ’40s and beyond. Fort Worth can boast a Nike Golf facility tucked away in its western corner and also hosts national qualifiers and junior events annually. Our city is home to several PGA players, and the esteemed Hogan name will once again begin operation as a golf club business here. Fort Worth means a lot to golf. Our legacy for the sport may be best sum-
marized in one article, too, which was published 50 years ago. It was penned by Fort Worth’s Dan Jenkins, the most honored writer in golf’s history. To understand how Fort Worth and golf fit together like glove and hand, perhaps knowing Jenkins’ The Glory Game at Goat Hills is to know Worth Hills and Fort Worth itself.
Published in the Aug. 16, 1965 edition of Sports Illustrated, Glory Game set the bar for what municipal golf means to the game and its players. It also established a new high-water mark for sports writing. New Journalism was the literary rage when Jenkins penned Glory Game, as editors were looking for writers to take the reader into the story. The drive to craft experiential journalism was a sweeping trend driven by the rapid growth of magazines that our culture had a voracious appetite for. Jenkins, fresh from writing for Fort Worth and Dallas sports pages, was quite adept at setting the scene and taking the reader along for the ride. Convening at New York bars after deadline, Jenkins was telling Worth Hills stories to his SI cohorts when, one night, the magazine’s golf editor suggested he put the stories down on paper. The rest is history, and often found in books with titles like Best Sports Writing and Golf’s Best Articles.
“The only reason I ever wrote the Goat Hills piece for SI was because I kept telling these stories in the bars where the staff gathered after work,” Jenkins said, “and the golf editor, Ray Cave at the time, said, ‘You have to write that for us. It’ll make a great bonus piece.’ ”
“So I did.”
Jenkins went to work bringing characters to life in Glory Game, characters we all know, have played against or maybe married into a Thanksgiving dinner with. The article talks about players like Cecil the Parachute, who was named because he flew through the air after attacking the golf ball with a mammoth drive. Cecil, who drove
(left to right) John O'Connell, Dan Jenkins, Jerry Edwards, Ed Revercomb
truck peddling Grandma’s Cookies, was a cornerstone of the action that took place at Worth Hills. When you saw his Grandma’s truck parked at the course, Jenkins said, you knew the game was on. And every golfer has known someone like that. John the Band-Aid rarely observed golf etiquette and often led the group in poor luck and lost wagers. Easy Reid could get distracted from the golf outing if the need to sell someone insurance arose. Minter was Magoo. Matty became a doctor. The Edwards brothers, Kenneth and Jerry, worked hard to never pay for a round. Kenneth was known in Glory Game as Foot the Free, which was short for “freeloader.” He and his brother Jerry would take turns distracting the pro in the shop so they could steal golf balls from the jar.
These and other kids that grew up in the ’30s and ’40s in Fort Worth were told about Nelson and Hogan, or Houston’s Jimmy Demaret, or Ralph Guldahl and Lloyd Mangrum – both from Dallas. Aspiring young golfers would grow up reading about local tournament champions in the newspapers or hear about them as their parents ushered them out the door and onto the courses.
“They shoved you onto the nearest course and said not to come home until you were ready for the Ethiopian Four Ball,” Jenkins explained in Glory Game. “So you stayed 20 years curing a shank and learning to love a duck hook.”
Minter played but also worked at Worth Hills. He and his cousin, Walter Rainwater, would take the Berry Street shuttle west from Hemphill where they lived. The shuttle, which was essentially a city bus, followed a line that would dead end at Worth Hills. Shuttle travelers, with golf bags in tow, could be delivered straight to the club house.
“It cost 10 cents to ride the Berry Shuttle,” said Minter. “It ran every 30 minutes. Sometimes, if we missed it, we’d just start walking and keep the dime.”
Minter caddied at the course, usually making at least a dollar per golfer.
“Some would pay $1.50,” Minter said. “Very few would pay $2.”
Minter was lucky enough to caddy a regular round for one of the few who would shell out two bucks. Assistant City Manager Porter Henson played every Saturday, and Minter was his regular caddy.
Before ESPN glorified slam dunks, or any number of Fox sports channels showcased NASCAR drivers/pugilists, either of Fort Worth’s newspapers would be reporting on local sports legends. Switch-hitters in Seattle garnered much less fame and notoriety. So kids naturally grew up admiring area players like Fort Worth’s Ernie Vossler. Vossler, who was on Paschal’s championship golf teams (along with Jenkins) won the city championship at Worth Hills in 1951 and went on to win the 1954 Texas Amateur Championship.
“He became the most successful of all Goat Hills golfers,” Jenkins said. “Fine amateur record, city and state champion, and went on to play the PGA Tour and won some tournaments. He later became a golf course owner and entrepreneur in Oklahoma and California.”
Vossler would graduate from the wide open fairways of Worth Hills to polish his game at a more narrow and challenging Ridglea course. And who could blame him? That was his big chance to escape the Worth Hills club house, which had a chunk broken out of its concrete front porch that doubled as target practice for golfers practicing their chip shot.
After all, Ridglea offered some confines of prominence that the club house at Worth Hills could not. Granted, the Worth Hills club house featured a restaurant known for its greasy meatloaf, Moon Pies and RC Colas, according to Jenkins. Fran Gattis ran the cafeteria, Minter said, and would offer a plate lunch special for 75 cents. Gattis also operated a beverage stand on Worth Hills’ back nine, behind No. 13 green, which is now likely left field at Lupton Stadium. Minter would work selling soft drinks, often netting $5 or $6 per day. The club house was situated atop the hill that now bears the sidewalk connecting the Worth Hills residences to the main campus. The sidewalk ran next to the Worth Hills putting green for years after the course closed. The putting green served as the lecture lab for “Introduction to Golf,” a popular TCU PE credit course, and held its own vs. backhoes and bulldozers until the late 20th century.
Teeing off from the club house, which was near the intersection at Bellaire and Stadium, golfers would head west down ravines and across gullies for holes 1 and 2, then south along Bellaire Drive West for No. 3. The front nine would wind back and forth throughout what is now the Bayard Friedman Tennis Center parking lot and courts. The No. 9 hole, a par 4, brought you back to the club house where you’d tee off on No. 10 and head south along Berry, essentially playing alongside the current Kappa Alpha Theta, Delta Gamma, Sigma Chi and Kappa Sigma houses.
The back nine wound around the curve and TCU intramural fields and headed west. The No. 12 green sits today where the southwest entrance to campus is marked with brick arches. From No. 12, the golfer would head northeast to tee off on “one of the hardest holes in America,” according to Jenkins, which was the 221-yard No. 13. Minter recalled No. 13 with great fondness, not just because of the windfall he made from soft drink sales.
“I was qualifying for the Paschal golf team,” Minter said, “and hit a 2 iron for a hole-in-one on No. 13. I hit a low hook, and it hit and
This is an aerial shot of Worth Hills Golf Course from 1942. The early campus is visible near the course.
kept rolling toward the pin and fell in the cup.
“I made the team,” Minter said with a grin.
Leading back to the club house, No. 18 was an easy par-4, where the golfer could leverage the south wind off the tee and hit a drive that would carry the pond. If struck well, the shot would simply require a 50-yard approach shot, Jenkins said.
Worth Hills was more than just public golf. It was “all we had,” Minter said. The links served as a home away from home, a day camp, a community, a workplace, a training ground, a gambling hall and much more to the city. TCU students and city employees also benefited from its operation for nearly 40 years.
“When I attended TCU, we were required to take four semesters of P.E.,” said Barbara Heinen. “One semester, my roommate and I took golf. We were never very good, but we had a lot of fun on that course.”
Ray Markum began working at Worth Hills and moved on to other courses in town later. “I went to work at the golf course in 1955,” Markum said. “A year later, I became superintendent of the golf course. I was there until 1960 and was then transferred to Rockwood and was there until 1964. Wells Howard was the golf pro while I was there, and Son Taylor was the assistant pro. I still have dreams about being on that golf course.”
Howard’s wife, Lola, also kept the books for Worth Hills, Jenkins said.
“Wells Howard was the pro forever,” he elaborated. “J.R. (Son) Taylor eventually became Wells’ replacement, but he was a local amateur golfer and not related to Wells.”
The city sold the course to TCU in 1961. Growth and prosperity loomed for the university, and the fairways and greens were roadblocks to progress. Initial campus projects, outside of dorms for TCU students and a home for Greek organizations, included the tennis center. Remnants of the Worth Hills course have been mostly plowed under, and most scars from the players who called Goat Hills their home have healed. Most.
“Writing for the Fort Worth Press, I was dead set against selling Goat Hills to TCU,” Jenkins said. “ ‘Let the school buy other neighboring property to expand,’ I yelled. But, eventually, I was won over by a lie. And I can’t remember who was behind it.”
“I was told that TCU would keep nine holes open as a public course, and students could work their way through school by maintaining and running it,” Jenkins said.
“But along came the idea for a tennis center, and the school dug around in the contract and found an escape from golf clause. It merely said that so many acres would be kept available for ‘recreational use.’ Not a golf course. Goodbye golf, hello tennis.
“Now I see it was probably all for the best. This was happening shortly before I was leaving for New York (to write for Sports Illustrated) and, while I was pissed, I went on to other things.”
As time has turned, and bulldozers have continued to turn soil, campus master planners continue to make progress on new facilities and campus amenities. New residence halls opened nearly two years ago around the area where the Worth Hills club house once served meatloaf. Now, it is home to more than 400 TCU students. Rent probably generates more profitability than the quarter-per-round rate – even when adjusted for inflation – that was offered when the city opened Worth Hills. Those campus residences were financed for nearly $40 million, after all.
One TCU student, Hannah T, concluded in her blog for TCU’s John V. Roach Honors Program that living in Worth Hills was… well…“worth it.” Blogging under a semi-nom de plume, Hannah T is likely unfamiliar with the other nicknamed characters from Jenkins’ classic Glory Game article. Characters like Cecil the Parachute, Foot the Free, Moron Tom or others who walked the paths she does now when playing Goat Hills. She may be surprised to know that the Greek residences, which she inadvertently, but correctly identified as “a testament to the 1960s,” sit atop the grounds that allowed a city to first play public golf and gave sports writing – and Fort Worth – a place of record in the history books.
The bridge over the pond by the Greek housing at TCU was once part of Worth Hills Golf Course.
2015 Dream Home
Old World Mediterranean and contemporary modern come together on a corner signature lot in a high-end development in Southlake.
| by Paul K. Harral |
There are many reasons contractors participate in Fort Worth, Texas Dream Homes. One is that the projects are fun. Another is long-standing friendships with the magazine and its people and with those in other trades. But the one that is common to all is the chance to give back to a community that has contributed to the companies’ success.
“I enjoy doing these things,” says Bryan Page of Vintage Floors. He says he has the world’s greatest job. When he gets up, he checks the temperature. Above 70, and he puts on shorts. Below 70, and he puts on jeans. “And I go hang out with my friends all day long.” He says the only thing better would be to be the quarterback of an NFL team or a major league pitcher. “But that’s gone past me now,” he said.
The 2015 Dream Home sits on a corner lot on the waterfront of a lake built in the estate section in the Southlake planned
development of Carillon. The builder on the project is Jon Atwood of Atwood Custom Homes, a high-end builder who grew up in Colleyville.
Proceeds from tour ticket sales benefit a Wish with Wings, a locally based non-profit that makes wishes come true for children with life-threatening illnesses. It is the third consecutive year for the charity.
“What we do for others defines us as people,” Page said. “It defines our character. What we do for ourselves means absolutely nothing in the long run.”
New to the Dream Home this year is Ideal Partners, a commercial and residential services group that includes landscape design, pest control, security and fire protections divisions. The landscaping won’t go in until near the end of the project, but already Cassie King, Landscape Installation and Design
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Usually, she would meet with the homeowner to develop the landscape concept, but the final owner of this house is unknown. “I look at the house and try and emulate the character of the house into the landscaping,” she says. “Any good designer uses whatever’s in their tool box,” she says. But the design has to be practical for Texas. “I’m not going to go use a plant that doesn’t work here just to use it. It’s important to have sustainability in these designs,” she said.
Ideal Partners has an existing relationship with a Wish with Wings, she said. “It is a remarkable organization, and we are honored to help support them in any way possible,” King said.
Scott Perth of Durango Doors is another old hand in the Dream Home process. He’s a pioneer in the area of steel doors with big glass — his Millennium line — and he’s supplying the entry door for the 2015 house. Everything he does is custom, and that allows modification to precisely match the door to the style of the home.
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This is the fifth year that Grant Hall of J&S Air Inc. has been involved in a Dream Home. “On new homes, we actually get the entire set of blueprints and run them through our engineering software,” he said. “We specifically engineer every room of the house for how much air it needs based on the glass, which way it faces, the ceiling height — everything that has to do with that room.”
He said the magazine picks great charities to benefit from the Dream Homes, and that is attractive to him. “If we are being blessed, it is our responsibility to give back to help others. This is just one avenue that we enjoy being involved in,” he said. And he feels blessed. The company has expanded from North Texas to Austin, San Antonio and Houston.
Seven Practical Tips for Aging Well
Q: As a geriatrician, are there questions your patients frequently ask?
A: I am often asked about healthy aging. While there is no magic solution, I have observed commonalities among my patients who are aging well.
Eat well. A balanced diet of lean meats, water, and plenty of green vegetables and whole
Sleep well and naturally. Many older adults do not need eight hours of sleep every night. More important, sleep should be good quality, so one feels rested the following day. This is best done without sleep medications, which come with potential side effects. Seniors should also avoid over-the-counter sleep aids, which can cause sedation, increase fall risk, and affect memory.
Q: What are some of those commonalities?
A: Be active. Regular physical activity remains important, no matter one’s age. In seniors, it becomes especially important for bone health, energy level, and maintaining independence.
Be involved. Getting involved with a church, volunteer work, or the local senior center are excellent ways to stay engaged, and offer social support.
Only take necessary medications. Medications should be periodically reviewed with one’s physician to determine what is necessary. Many patients take medications that are crucial in helping them manage serious illnesses, but many take medi-
Avoid falling into a pattern of taking a medication for every symptom.
Only take supplements that you must. Many patients taking natural supplements don’t have strong evidence to justify taking them. Many of these can cause side effects and interact with prescription medications. Fiber, calcium, and vitamin D are probably the safest and most ben-
discussed with a physician if preexisting medical problems exist.
Have a physician you trust. Primary care physicians can help patients stay as healthy as possible and prevent chronic diseases from getting worse. Patients should have a physician they feel is available, caring, and engaged during appointments.
Jennifer Arnouville, D.O. Geriatric Medicine
USMD Fort Worth Hogan Center Clinic
800 5th Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, Texas 76104 USMD.com
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Treatment Options for Psoriatic Arthritis at USMD
Q: What is psoriatic arthritis?
A: Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune condition, meaning that the body’s immune system attacks itself. In psoriasis, the skin is attacked, causing scaly patches. In psoriatic arthritis, one
the site where tendons and ligaments insert into bone, may cause pain near elbows or heels. Eye
may also occur.
or multiple joints are also affected, causing joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, and eventually leading to joint damage. Associated symptoms may include spondylitis, causing pain and stiffness in
Q: Who is at risk of developing it?
A: Anyone can get psoriatic arthritis. It usually presents between ages 30-50 but can happen at any age, even in children. The biggest risk factor is a history of psoriasis, which affects approximately 2 percent of the U.S. population. Most people with psoriasis only have the skin disease, but about 15 percent of people with psoriasis will eventually develop psoriatic arthritis, usually years after the onset of psoriasis.
Q: How is psoriatic arthritis diagnosed?
A:ses psoriatic arthritis. Psoriasis in the presence of tender and swollen joints makes the diagnosis easiest. However, a small percentage of
people may have only spine symptoms, develop psoriatic arthritis prior to psoriasis, or have nail changes without overt skin disease. Blood tests and imaging may help differentiate psoriatic from other arthritic conditions.
Q: Do treatments exist?
A: Depending on the severity, treatment may (NSAIDs), Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic or a combination of the above.
Q: What advice would you give to someone who thinks they have psoriatic arthritis?
A: Seek medical attention early. Left untreated, psoriatic arthritis can cause irreversible joint destruction, which may result in loss of physical function, disability and decreased quality of life. Melanie
Barron, D.O.
Diagnose and Control Diabetes at USMD
Q: What is diabetes and how prevalent is the disease?
A: The most common type of diabetes in adults is Type 2, when a person’s body can’t effectively process sugar due to resistance to the hormone insulin. This affects nearly 10 percent of
immune system attacks insulin-producing cells.
Q: Are there things that put someone at higher risk for diabetes?
A: Type 2 diabetes occurs in overweight or obese people, those who don’t exercise regularly and those with a family history of diabetes. It is more common in African American and Hispanic people, although it can affect any race. Women who develop diabetes during pregnancy are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes later in life.
U.S. adults. Type 2 diabetes, if not well-treated, can lead to other health problems, like blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, stroke, and nerve problems. A small percentage of adults with diabetes have Type 1, in which the person’s
Q: How do you work with diabetic patients to help them control the disease?
A: The first thing we discuss is diet and exercise. Often, people meet with USMD’s nutritionist or diabetes educator for personalized lifestyle plans. Many people also need medications, so we tailor an effective medication regimen that minimizes side effects and, in best cases, helps with weight loss.
Q: Why should someone with diabetes establish a relationship with a physician?
A: Diabetes is complicated. Some people can avoid medication by making lifestyle changes, but everyone needs a doctor to watch for diabetes-related complications. Diabetes tends to be progressive, so sooner or later, most people require medication under doctor’s guidance.
Q: Are there things people can do to help prevent diabetes?
A: There are! One large, well-done study, the Diabetes Prevention Program (2002), looked at a group of people at high risk to develop diabetes. They found over a 50 percent reduction in diabetes progression in their lifestyle intervention group. These patients had supervised weightloss programs, with healthy diet and exercise. For people with pre-diabetes, the medication metformin also helps with prevention.
Mary Elizabeth Cox, M.D.
Endocrinology
USMD Fort Worth Clinic
909 9th Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, Texas 76104 USMD.com
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Addressing Joint Pain: A Barrier to Health?
Q: How does joint pain contribute to worsening health?
A: Physicians across various specialties prescribe exercise for conditions, such as obesity, heart disease, elevated cholesterol, high blood pressure and musculoskeletal disorders, including arthritis and osteoporosis. Everyone agrees, exercise is important to good health. But, we may not consider the impact exercise can have on the musculoskeletal system. Resulting joint pain may limit activity and, therefore, overall health.
Q: What are underlying causes of joint pain?
A: At any age, adding new activities, strenuous movements, repetitive motion and wear and tear can cause painful joints and other musculoskeletal injuries. Stress on joints can lead to osteoarthritis, resulting in pain—as a lack of rub on bone at joint surfaces.
Q: How can joint pain be treated?
A: A variety of treatments are prescribed, including biomechanics, posture, activity modifications, flexibility, and supporting muscle
strength. However, if a patient doesn’t respond to physical therapy, rehabilitation, or supporting muscle strength alone, a therapeutic injection may be the next step. Joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment option in which corticosteroid and/or local anesthetic medication is injected directly into the joint or the soft tissue
Q: What is Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound? How is it used to aid joint injections?
A: MSK Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound
waves to provide a real-time image of soft tissues. The evaluation is painless, silent, and requires no patient preparation. When injecting with ultrasound guidance, the needle is clearly seen among internal structures, providing the physician a realtime view of the needle advancing to the target, and assuring precise location of the injection, which is important for effective-
can take pre- and post-injection images to monitor progress.
Q: Where can I receive joint injections guided by ultrasound?
A: Dr. Huston is one of only a few doctors in ultrasound. She takes new patients by referral.
Rachel Huston, D.O. Rheumatology
USMD Fort Worth Clinic
909 9th Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, Texas 76104
USMD.com
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Delirium Diagnosis and Treatment at USMD
Q: What is delirium and who is at risk for developing it?
A: Delirium is a sudden change in brain function that causes a person to appear confused.
delirium. Delirium increases risk of mortality if not diagnosed promptly.
Q: What causes it and can it be treated?
A: -
and treated if the underlying cause is addressed promptly. The goal of treatment is to address the cause of delirium, when possible, and to keep
Q: What are some of the common symptoms of delirium?
A: A person with delirium may have abnormal changes in their level of consciousness, thinking and memory. Some patients even have hallucinations. The person may also be sleepy, or may appear to agitated—or alternate between these states. The changes may -
Q: How do you work with patients who have delirium?
A: recognize because changes in behavior may be attributed to the person’s age, history of dementia, or other mental disorders. In addition, symptoms can come and go. For
instance, a person may have little-to-no symptoms early in the day, but symptoms may get progressively worse late in the day or in the evening. If a caregiver or family member suspects that their relative has delirium, it is important that the person be evaluated promptly to identify the underlying cause and begin treatment, if needed. Some life-threatening conditions can cause delirium, so it is important to be evaluated
treat the underlying cause.
Q: Are there things people can do to help prevent delirium?
A: Examination by a geriatric specialist, includa thorough evaluation of baseline brain function, is important for prevention of delirium.
Hedieh Davanloo, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine USMD Arlington North Clinic 809 W. Randol
Colon Cancer Screening Available at USMD
Q: Why is colon cancer screening important?
A: Colon cancer is the second most deadly cancer in the U.S., but for most people, it is preventable. With screening, up to 90% of colon cancers can be prevented. Colon cancer usually develops from a small growth, a colon polyp, which is initially small and asymptomatic, but can grow and turn into cancer. If a polyp is found and removed, the risk of colon cancer is dramatically reduced.
Q: What screening methods are available?
A: The most effective screening is a colonoscopy, a visual exam of inside the colon with a lighted scope to check for colon polyps and cancer. The advantage of a colonoscopy is that polyps, if found, can be removed during the exam. Patients should receive a colonoscopy at age 50. If this colonoscopy is normal, a repeat exam in 10 years is suggested. Alternatives include an annual stool sample test to check for blood and colon cancer DNA.
Q: How do you determine the best method for patients?
A: I always suggest a colonoscopy, since it’s the gold standard. A colonoscopy allows physicians
to find and immediately remove polyps—and most patients prefer to have a colonoscopy once every 10 years rather than an annual stool
sample test. If a patient doesn’t want a colonoscopy, stool sample testing is an option, but not all colon polyps or cancers bleed, so these tests are less accurate at detecting colon cancer.
Q: What happens if a screening shows an abnormality?
A: If a stool sample tests positive for blood or colon cancer DNA, a colonoscopy must be done. If a polyp is found during the colonoscopy, it can be removed.
Q: What advice would you give patients who have not been screened?
A: Talk with your doctor and get screened. A colonoscopy is the best option, but if you and you physician decide against a colonoscopy, it’s important to do a stool sample test to check for blood and colon cancer DNA.
Mark Prince, M.D. Gastroenterology
USMD Arlington South Specialty Care Clinic
811 W. Interstate 20, Ste. G-10 Arlington, Texas 76017 USMD.com
888.444.USMD
That’s how many providers and associate providers are in the USMD SeniorCare program. It adds up to a different approach to senior care, one that extends beyond the office visit to follow-up calls and care management support. Because USMD is more than a healthcare system. It’s a healthcare home.
For more information, call 817.514.5277 and ask about the USMD SeniorCare program.
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Homeless Vets
The Salvation Army’s Veterans Enrichment Program is designed to take military veterans off the streets into permanent housing and productive citizenship.
| by Paul K. Harral |
TH ere was good news in t H e 2015 s tate of t H e Homeless a ddress from t H e t arrant County Homeless Coalition. The number of military veterans without permanent shelter was down to 11 individuals.
But that’s also bad news for a nation that likes to thank members of the military for their service when they are encountered at airports and other public locations. We say we are free because of them. If we believe that, even one veteran homeless is one too many.
“We’re working really hard in Tarrant County to put an end to having chronically homeless veterans on the street,” says Deborah Bullock, Emergency Services manager, at the Salvation Army in Fort Worth. She and other members of the coalition’s Continuum of Care Veteran’s Committee meet regularly to discuss the cases of those still without shelter. They
know them
Bullock S.A.V.E. program vation Army Enrichment vides permanent long-term management services for chronically homeless, disabled veterans. The program is funded through a grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
“It’s hard to fathom the difficulties that this very vulnerable group of patriots has endured,” said Otis Thornton, the City of Fort Worth’s Homelessness Program Director. “Thankfully, the Salvation Army does a great job providing the care and support that chronically homeless veterans need to return to housing and flourish.”
Bullock said that all the vets in the Army’s program are disabled, either mentally, physically or from substance abuse. Somewhere around 40 percent have no income at all. The Salvation Army manages the cases and involves other agencies in counseling and therapy.
Under the program, veterans who qualify are able to move into an apartment of
their choosing within rent guidelines. The intent is to help them become self-sufficient.
William Booth started the Salvation Army in London in the mid-1800s when he abandoned the concept of a conventional church and pulpit and took to the streets to preach the gospel to the poor, the hungry and the homeless. It came to Fort Worth in 1890 when 17-year-old Capt. Nora Foster opened a one-room mission.
Veteran Eric Gardner is a participant in the Salvation Army’s S.A.V.E. program designed to help vets become self-sufficient.
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The Salvation Army has a broad ministry to the homeless in Fort Worth that includes emergency shelter, food and other services. Courtesy Salvation Army
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At times you need a big brother or a big sister to help you through the trials of life.
| by Paul K. harral |
Being a child can be lonely in the best of circumstances, but much more so if you are without strong role models in your life to help you over the normal and sometimes the abnormal — issues of growing up. Children with one or sometimes both parents in prison, or in single parent homes where the parent is struggling just to make ends meet and put food on the table, or in the homes of relatives, must sometimes think there is no place to turn.
The paragraph above describes 72 percent of the children involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, the world’s largest Big Brothers Big Sisters organization, covering more than 100 counties and the eastern half of the state from the Panhandle to the Texas Gulf Coast.
BBBS is frugal with its money, but it still takes a lot of it to find and train willing volunteers and then match them with boys and girls who desperately need a mature adult role model in their lives. Mentors are called Bigs, and the children they are mentoring
are called Littles.
One of the agency’s biggest fundraisers is the Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth, held this year in April at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. It was the third event carrying his name, but the 37th time for the event.
Havran, an avid Big Brother and a member of the Tarrant County BBBS board, died at his home, March 14, 2011. He was just 31. His parents, Joy Ann and Bob Havran, and his brother, Blake, wanted to do something “to turn the most devastating negative in our lives into a positive for someone,” and launched a campaign to endow his dream of an educational program for youth involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters.
“We raised $1 million to endow the Barrett Martin Havran Little Steps Big Futures Program,” Joy Ann Havran said. Little Steps focuses on elementary-age Littles, while Big Futures is aimed at 7th through 12th graders to encourage and help them graduate high school and on to college, the military or the workforce.
The state estimates that the cost to taxpayers is $292,000 over a lifetime for a high school drop out because of the drain on programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), child care, utilities, food stamps, Medicare and Medicaid. BBBS brags that 98.5 percent of its Littles are promoted to the next grade level in school, nearly 2 percentage points better than the overall state rate of 96.7 percent.
Joy Ann Havran is a well-known Fort Worth charity fund-raiser but said she had not been active in BBBS until her older son developed his interest. But his death drew her in. “It is an incredible organization that touches so many children’s lives,” she said. “I have heard first hand from the people who are Littles how this was their only lifeline at times. They were introduced to things that they never even imagined existed.”
There are never enough volunteers to meet the need in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star service area. For more information on BBBS and to learn about being a volunteer, consult the website at bbbstx.org.
Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor and board member Barrett Havran w ith his little brother before Havran’s death. Courtesy Big Brothers Big Sisters
The Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth is a major fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star and features food and drink from more than two dozen restaurants and suppliers. Courtesy Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors at a meeting with their 10th grade Littles at a Dunbar High School event. Courtesy Big Brothers Big Sisters
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Those with an eye for design can create their own unique look with items they find in Goodwill Industries retail stores.
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I have three sets of clothes in my closet: normal, fat and skinny. But not everyone is a hoarder. Optimistic people give away their larger clothes when they no longer fit. Pessimists do the same with clothing too small. That’s good for Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth Inc.
Goodwill Industries provides education, training and career services for people with disabilities. Much of the organization’s funding comes from donations of goods people no longer want or need, and many of those are recycled through the agency’s 20 retail outlets. The shops are favorites of all walks of life — poor and homeless, college students and more well-to-do people looking for bargains.
On April 30, the agency hosted Project Goodwill, a fundraiser based on the popular Lifetime network television show
Project Runway. Fashion design students and others interested in design competed, based on a $100 budget to be spent at any Goodwill store. Professionals from all aspects of the fashion industry judged their final designs.
“For many years, people have come into Goodwill not only for good bargains on name brands and designer clothing, but in order to find something unique,” said David Cox, president and CEO. Vintage clothing is a hot item now, and people can assemble unique outfits from Goodwill items, he says.
Project Runway is now in its 13th season. This was the first season for Project Goodwill, although there was an earlier and smaller but similar event. And there have been fashion shows featuring donated clothing over the years. When my wife, Harriet, was director of training for the
Goodwill tested the idea of a style show patterned after Project Runway last year with what President and CEO David Cox called “fantastic results.” Courtesy Goodwill Industries
City of Fort Worth and also a board member for Goodwill — she later was president of the board — she regularly staged Goodwill fashion shows for some of the lower-paid city workers.
Goodwill began in 1902 when Edgar J. Helms, a Methodist minister in Boston, began creating jobs by collecting unwanted household goods, then employing people to repair and resell them. Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth Inc., founded in 1949, provides employment to those who might not be otherwise able to find jobs. But it also runs training programs for people seeking to increase their marketable job skills.
In 2014, Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth served more than 40,000 people. It puts 92 percent of the money it earns through the stores and contracts with local companies into programs and service. About 60 percent of Goodwill Fort Worth’s $24 million in revenues comes from the sale of donated goods. The organization operates 21 stores.
Nothing is wasted. Fabric items not worthy of resale are bundled and sold. Goodwill also operates Computer Works, which refurbishes donated computers and sells them and their component parts. That’s also the solution to how to dispose of computers you no longer want. You may also take your computers there for repair.
“I honestly feel I have the best job in the world,” Cox said. “I’m challenged on the business side every day. Every day brings something new. But I go home knowing that Goodwill has made a difference in somebody’s life.”
today those involved with health, wellness and beauty of individuals recognize the value in gender-focused care. Women want the assurance that their needs are being carefully evaluated with an individualized approach through all phases of their lives. To help women select an expert who will meet all of their needs, the following professionals want to tell about themselves and how partnering with them will improve quality of life.
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CARE Fertility
SPECIALTY: Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility. HONORS: Microsoft Clinic of the Year 2006; Fort Worth, Texas magazine Top Docs since 2001; Texas Monthly Super Doctors since 2004.
AFFILIATIONS: CARE Laboratory and Surgery Center, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, Society of Reproductive Surgeons, Society for Male Reproduction and Urology, American College of Embryology, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology, Pacific Coast Reproductive Society.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: CARE has been a pioneer of assisted reproductive technologies with several “firsts” in North Texas,
including the first successful pregnancy in the region achieved through the application of egg-freezing technology, the first intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) pregnancy and the first pregnancy following preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). CARE was the first fertility center in the country to routinely implement blastocyst culture and, most recently, has been a world leader, pioneering embryo culture using the INVOcell technology. CARE physicians are also experienced reproductive surgeons specializing in the treatments of fibroids, endometriosis and tubal surgery. PICTURED: Kevin J. Doody, M.D.; Kathleen M. Doody, M.D.; Anna C. Nackley, M.D.; Robin L. Thomas, M.D.
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SPECIALTY: Personalized obstetrical and gynecological care for all stages of a woman’s life—from adolescence to menopause and beyond. The staff provides a wide range of women’s health care services with a special emphasis on pregnancy and minimally invasive surgery. EDUCATION: Both physicians earned Doctorate of Medicine degrees and completed specialized OB/ GYN training. AWARDS/HONORS: Dr. Webster graduated with honors from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Dr. Arnold was honored with the J. Milton Singleton, M.D., Outstanding Ob/Gyn Resident Award. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Dr. Webster is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Arnold is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. INNOVATION: Minimally invasive surgical procedures, including laparoscopic hysterectomy and endometrial ablation, are performed when
appropriate to provide patients with the benefit of less pain, fewer complications and shorter recovery times. SERVICES: Normal and high-risk obstetrics, onsite ultrasounds, adolescent gynecology, laparoscopy, colposcopy, LEEP procedure and cryotherapy, family planning, contraception management, diagnostics and treatment of menstrual problems, treatment and counseling for menopause issues. PICTURED: Dr. Barbara Webster and Dr. Laura Arnold.
CONTACT INFORMATION: 10840 Texas Health Trail, Ste. 270 • Fort Worth, Texas 76244 682.212.6HER (6437) • Her-obgyn.com
Physicians employed by Texas Health Physicians Group practice independently and are not employees of the hospital or Texas Health Resources.
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Women’s Health Services
SPECIALTY: Obstetrics & Gynecology. Women’s Health Services was founded in 1986 by Dr. Bergstrom. EDUCATION: All doctors are board certified or board eligible by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. INNOVATIONS: Our current electronic health care information system allows patients to schedule appointments online and communicate securely with their doctor by e-mail. The doctors of Women’s Health Services specialize in minimally invasive surgery including robotic and vaginal hysterectomies, in-office tubal ligations and uterine ablations. PATIENT CARE: We provide care as only women can in a casual, friendly and professional environ-
ment, adjacent to top-rated Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. FREE ADVICE: Remember the past, focus on today, plan for tomorrow. Life is here and now. PICTURED: Joan Bergstrom, M.D, MBA; Angela Watson, M.D; Sheri Puffer, M.D.; Dawnette Peppler, M.D.; Kiran Nangrani, D.O.
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Extraordinary personalities shaping Fort Worth
Nancy Lamb
She catcheS your eye immediately with bright red hair, kindly blue eyes, bohemian attire and an energetic personality that demands exclamation marks—used liberally in all of her written communications. “I get excited! I can’t help it!” she says. Nancy Lamb, internationally lauded Fort Worth native sculptor and painter, recalls riding in the back seat of her parents’ car as a young girl in the mid1960s, looking out the window and musing to herself that art was all around her.
“I’d see things—maybe just some old dirty cage or wooden box on the side of the road—and try to figure out something to do with them to make art,” Lamb says.
She was a casual observer of ‘what could be’ then and is to this day.
Formally trained at Texas Christian University and the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History (FWMSH), where she taught ceramics from 1970 to 2004, Lamb’s 30-plus-year career as a prolific artist has led to exhibitions at the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Dallas Museum of Art, and Kidder Smith Gallery in Boston, to name only a few. Major works include murals for the FWMSH and designs for two 200-foot terrazzo floors at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Her work is amply represented in high-profile private and corporate collections.
On March 28, The Gang’s All Here, a show chronicling the last three decades of Lamb’s career, opened at Artspace 111 for Spring Gallery Night. The extraordinary exhibit, including many of her massive collection of paintings and archival inkjet prints, will remain on display until May 9.
Lamb is well known as an artist of social anthology. Equipped with her digital camera, she attends Fort Worth’s most important social events, such as the Opera Ball and the Zoo Ball, in addition to friends’ parties. She shoots her subjects from a casual observer’s bird’s-eye view. Sometimes, the party-goers are aware of her presence, and sometimes they aren’t. Sometimes the photos are just a hand holding a wine glass or a piece of jewelry on an arm. These are not meant to be portraits. Lamb then returns home and goes through the massive amount of photography and decides which images she’ll paint.
“I always tell people who might be irritated with me taking all the photographs that it’s not just that I’m taking them to do paintings or to have inspiration,” Lamb says. “I’m trying to document my life at this particular time on this planet in this town with all these amazing people. I have pictures of Van Cliburn, as an example, and I will never get that chance again. It’s also the same way with people who aren’t famous or well known. It’s nice to have an image of you somewhere.”
Of the hundreds of creations in her career, you will not see one in Lamb’s colorful, eclectic-styled home in Westworth Village. Like many professional artists, she has no emotional attachment to her work. “The sooner I can get it out of here, the sooner I can do something else,” she says. “I’ve always been that way. I love them while I’m doing them, but I never wanted to keep any of them around. It’s like birthing children and letting them go out into the world.”
Lamb lost her husband, Bob Powell, on May 3, 2013. Naturally, his death has affected her work. He was her inspiration. And she loved being married to him.
“I have to be happy to produce,” Lamb says. “You can always tell what’s going on with me. I’m trying to remain positive about it, but I can’t help but think, ‘How can I not have what I want? How can I not call this person up on the phone? How can I not have this person to look at?’ Yeah, you don’t get a choice.”
Lamb says that many people want her to teach them how to paint. “I don’t think you can teach somebody how to paint,” she says. “I would like for people to find their own way and find their own vision. It’s like you can’t teach somebody how to be happy.”
Lamb says she would like to be remembered as a really good painter, an artist who tried a lot of different things. “And that I keep looking and searching for something else to have fun with.”
| by gail bennison | photography by alex lepe |
Podiatrists Worth KnoWing
some areas of the body require high levels of specialized knowledge. The feet and ankles contain nearly a quarter of the body’s bones and a complex network of muscles and connective tissue. To help you select a podiatrist who will meet your needs, the following experts want to tell you more about themselves, their practices and how partnering with them will provide your quality of life.
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Gregory A. Jaryga, DPM, FACFAS
SPECIALTY: Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery.
EDUCATION: Fellow, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons; Fellow, American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics and Medicine; Board Certified in Foot & Ankle Surgery, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery; Board Certified in Podiatric Orthopaedics, American Board of Podiatric Orthopaedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine; BS Pharmacy; RPh; CMET/CWS, Physician Certified in Wound Care.
HONORS: Multiple academic and national honors including Young Practitioner of the Year 1993, Texas Podiatric Medical Association; Who’s Who of National Medical Practitioners, 2010; Healthcare Hero in 2009; and Fort Worth, Texas magazine “Top Doc.” HOSPITAL
AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist Hospitals, HCA Medical Plaza Hospitals and Baylor Health Care System. GREATEST ACHIEVEMENTS: The evolution of a traditional
Podiatry practice to a true reconstruction/limb salvage surgical practice that allows his patients the opportunity to return to a higher-level quality of life. INNOVATIONS: The investment and usage of the only FDAapproved laser for plantar fasciitis and other foot and ankle pain issues, including neuropathy. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Dr. Jaryga is known for transparency and compassion when treating his patients, including clear and concise communication with patient and family members to understand treatment options and expected outcomes.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
7100 Oakmont Blvd., Ste. 208 • Medical Plaza I Fort Worth, Texas 76132
817.346.7481 • Fax 817.346.7908 drgregjdpm.com
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North Texas Podiatry Associates
SPECIALTY: Podiatric Medicine and Surgery; Foot and Ankle Surgery. EDUCATION: Dr. Taylor and Dr. Halloran are both double board certified, and Dr. Gonzalez is board qualified by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. AWARDS/HONORS: Our physicians have been recognized multiple times as “Top Docs” in the Fort Worth, Texas magazine. They continue to be active in research and education in their specialty. They have developed new surgical products and techniques, and lecture and teach fellow physicians how to implement the latest medical innovations in podiatric surgery.
GREATEST ACHIEVEMENTS: Performing limb salvage reconstruction on patients who have been told that they have no chance of success, and seeing them walk and smile once again. INNOVATIONS: Total ankle joint implant arthroplasty; in-office skin allograft application for wound care; minimal incision pediatric flatfoot surgery.
UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: We first take the proper time to listen to the patient’s concerns. We then diagnose and communicate the patient’s condition and his or her treatment options in a way that anyone can understand. FREE ADVICE: Ask as many questions as you can about your condition and treatment options. Proper communication is the most important component to a successful outcome.
PICTURED: Daniel T. Halloran, D.P.M.; Jeffrey P. Taylor, D.P.M.; Aldo M. Gonzalez, D.P.M.
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UNT Health Bone & Joint Institute
SPECIALTY: Podiatry – Foot and Ankle Surgery. EDUCATION: Brian Carpenter: Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, DPM; board certified, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. Travis Motley: Des Moines University - College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, DPM; board certified, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. Alan Garrett: Des Moines University – College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, DPM; board certified, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. Lena Levine: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, DPM; board certified, American Board of Podiatric Medicine. GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: We provide total foot and ankle care at all major Ft. Worth area hospitals. Our special interests are foot and
ankle reconstruction, trauma injuries and sports medicine. We are the only podiatrists among the Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s 2015 Top Docs. INNOVATIONS: We do extensive research and clinical trials and have been published in multiple medical journals. We have been at the forefront on developing new devices and materials that aid in providing top-tier patient care. BEDSIDE MANNER: From diagnosis to rehabilitation, we provide all phases of foot health in a caring environment. PICTURED: Travis Motley, DPM, MS; Brian Carpenter, DPM; Lena Levine, DPM; Alan Garrett, DPM.
Monroe Mendelsohn Research examined readers in the D/FW area and asked them how they feel about magazines they pay for versus free regionals mailed to their homes. The study found free magazines “proved to be significantly less likely to be read and significantly less likely to be valued than paid magazines.”
The study also states that a significant number of respondents indicated they wanted to be taken off circulation lists of the freebies saying they receive too many UNSOLICITED catalogs, brochures, magazines and newspapers in the mail.
So, consider paid versus free distribution when you are deciding how to spend your advertising dollars. Just looking at the bulk numbers isn’t enough.
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The Scene Top Docs
Fort Worth, Texas magazine honored its 2015 Top Doc winners at a reception on April 2 at the Fort Worth Club. Each year, the winners included on the list are nominated by their peers. photos courtesy of James Verheyen
Who WaS Seen (1) Angelo & Julie Vu (2) Dana Williams, Alice Frazier, Andi McCord, Kevin Smith (3) Ross & Kimberly Tatum (4) Keri & Matthew Steele (5) Sunny DrenikJaryga, Gregory Jaryga (6) James & Monica Elliott (7) Jennifer & Tom Truelson
The Scene Lunch with the Girls
The Colleyville Woman's Club fashion benefit was held on March 20. This event has been raising charitable funds for 30 years while showcasing wearable trends, exciting auctions and great fun with friends. photos courtesy of Honey Russell
Who WaS Seen (1) Kendra Nelson, Marilyn Hardy (2) Halina Gutkovich, Susan Hagemeier (3) Amanda Markwald, Christine Quatro, Katherine Ott, Luanne McWhorter (4) Michelle Johnson, Rosanne Johnson, Laura Riner (5) Audrey Hepburn model at party
The Scene Boots, Bags & Bling
St. Jude held its Boots, Bags & Bling luncheon on April 9 at Colonial Country Club. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and wonderful silent auction that showcased fashion accessories donated by designers, local stores and boutiques. photos courtesy of Zach Freeman Photography
Who WaS Seen (1) Michelle Gregory, Kim Walker, Jenny Hayden, Jamie Bauer (2) Lisa Looney, Tyler Bates, Mary Bates (3) Cindy Feld, Virginia Ford, Nell Wydick (4) Terri Matney, Jennifer Rentfrow, Lynette Jensen
PRE-KINDERGARTEN
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Early childhood education is vitally important to your child’s development and school-readiness. All families are invited to learn more about Fort Worth ISD Pre-Kindergarten. Visit your local campus or call 817.814.2331. It’s full-day and it’s free.
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Go Red
The Scene
Paint The Town Red – A Cause Deep in the Heart of Texans was the theme of the 2015 Tarrant County Go Red For Women Luncheon held on Feb. 20 at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. The luncheon featured hands-only CPR instruction, heart-health screenings, educational breakout sessions and a fabulous silent auction. photos courtesy of Cowtown Paparazzi
Who WaS Seen (1) Joyce & Robert Capper (2) Kristen Fleager, Traci Bernard, Barclay Berdan, Sara Suttle, Laura Fuquay (3) Joan Trew, Joan Friedman, Nancy Carter (4) Joan Trew, Betsy Price, Martha Williams
The Scene Syndicate
The Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate gathered for its “Wrap Up Dinner” to celebrate a record 2015 sale year and the end of the 35th anniversary celebration. Each year Del Frisco’s generously hosts the organization. The Sale of Champions raised $3,709,361 this year, which brings the total funds donated to the kids to more than $45 million. photos courtesy of Alex Lepe
Who WaS Seen
(1) Larry Anfin, Eddie Arguijo, Scott Price
(2) Dean Tetirich, Tim Raetz, Christian Schroeder (3) Eddie Arguijo, Christian Schroeder, Todd Davenport (4) Bob Akin, Hal Lambert
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Teresa’s Event Staffing & Bartending will do whatever it takes to make everything perfect for your special day. What sets Teresa and her staff apart from the rest is their willingness to go that extra mile. From coming at the last minute when somebody doesn’t show to thinking fast on her feet when a bride drops the cake, Teresa’s Event Staffing & Bartending will make sure your party goes smoothly
Things to do in May
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Artspace111 announces The Gang’s All Here, a show chronicling the last 30 years of artist Nancy
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MuseuMs
Lone Star Portraits, through May 10
Ever since Leonardo da Vinci created his celebrated Mona Lisa, artists have tried to paint portraits as distinctive as this Renaissance masterpiece. See how Texas artists established their own portrait tradition in this installation that pairs artists’ self-portraits with those of their close friends, relatives and colleagues. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Benito Huerta: Axis Mundi v.2, through May 17
Local artist Benito Huerta strives to expand the boundaries of art by creating works that are symbolic, interactive, and relevant to viewers. Having completed many public art commissions, such as designs for Terminal D at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and the Mexican-American Cultural Center in Austin, and serving as professor and director/ curator for the Gallery at University of Texas at Arlington since 1997, Huerta understands what it means to make artworks that are physically and psychologically integral to the community. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Remington and Russell, through May 24
Although they were contemporaries, Frederic
Remington (1861–1909) and Charles M. Russell (1864–1926) could hardly have been more different. This focused exhibition of paintings and sculptures selected from the Amon Carter’s extensive collection offers visitors an opportunity to gain insight into dissimilarities between the two artists. Remington and Russell followed their own unique paths to become the greatest practitioners of the art of the American West. Yet, regardless of their differences, they not only manifested the Western Myth, they were largely responsible for creating it. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Take Two: George Catlin Revisits the West,through May 31
Take Two features 17 paintings from George Catlin’s Cartoon Collection, showing the cultural life of the Native Americans he encountered in his travels. This special exhibition includes thirteen paintings that have never be exhibited in Texas. Sid Richardson Museum. 309 Main Street. sidrichardsonmuseum.org. 817.332.6554.
FOCUS: Mario Garcia Torres, through June 28
Mexico City–based artist Mario García Torres creates cinematic narratives that explore obscure histories and personalities associated with conceptual art of the 1960s and 1970s.
He presents his projects in a variety of media, including video, installation, photography, and sculpture, and he often uses antiquated technology, such as 16-mm film and slide projections, to parallel the era he is revisiting. For each work, García Torres researches evidence and myths related to relatively unknown events from the larger, more well-known moments of that specific period in art history. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
American Still Life, through Aug. 2
This exhibition showcases approximately thirty works from the museum’s collection of nineteenth- and twentieth-century still lifes. Organized in celebration of the recent acquisition of Raphaelle Peale’s Peaches and Grapes in a Chinese Export Basket (1812), the exhibition includes works from across the collection including paintings by the trompe l‘oeil masters William Harnett and John Frederick Peto, vibrant floral subjects by Georgia O’Keeffe and Arthur Dove, prints by Louis Lozowick, and photographs by Wynn Bullock and Carlotta Corpron. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum. org. 817.738.1933.
Audubon’s Beasts, through Aug. 2
Industrious field mice, frolicking squirrels, fierce otters, and fearsome wild cats are just
Hamlet, Fort Worth Opera, May 2 & 10 A centuries-old masterpiece that still resonates today, Ambrose Thomas’ score and Shakespeare’s state of Denmark have been reimagined by Thaddeus Strassberger as an industrial 20th century post-Soviet-type nation.
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some of the stars of this selection of handpainted prints by famed scientist and artist John James Audubon (1785-1851). Although we know Audubon today primarily for his devotion to birds, he was more than a chronicler of flying creatures. This exhibition features some of his greatest depictions of North America’s four-legged animals in their natural habitats, from swamps to savannahs. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
FRAMING DESIRE: Photography and Video, through Aug. 23
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents FRAMING DESIRE, an exhibition showcasing over 40 recent acquisitions alongside iconic photographs and videos from the permanent collection. The artists included in FRAMING DESIRE each use their medium in ways that transcend what the imagery literally depicts to intensify the idea of desire. Interweaving the documentary, subjective, and symbolic, these artists address sexuality, gender, longing, catharsis, and transgression, among other subjects. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
Like Father, Like Son: Edward and Brett Weston, through Aug. 23
Edward Weston (1886–1958) and his son Brett (1911–1993) were both master photographers. Yet rarely is their work shown together. Featuring 23 prints, this exhibition offers an unusual opportunity to compare the visions of these two artists and to see how each balanced recording the world’s direct appearance with a sense of abstraction. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
In the Moment at the Modern: A Program for People with Memory Loss, Fourth Wednesdays
Designed for people with memory loss and their caregivers, the monthly program enables participants to experience works of art at the Modern through intimate conversations with docents and thoughtful projects designed by the museum’s education staff. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with space for up 20 participants at both times. Free. Includes admission to the galleries and all materials. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum, Ongoing
The C.R. Smith Museum takes visitors on a flight through American Airlines history, with interactive exhibits that entice participation by all age groups. The museum features hundreds of historical artifacts, photographs, full-scale aircraft engines and a rare Douglas DC-3 airliner. In addition, the museum’s state-ofthe-art digital theater features “The Spirit of American,” a film featuring the history of commercial aviation as well as breathtaking aerial photography. Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.;
Like Father, Like Son This exhibition at the Amon Carter offers an opportunity to compare the visions of these two artists and see how each balanced recording the world’s direct appearance with a sense of abstraction.
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closed Sunday and Monday. $0–$7. 4601 Texas Highway 360 at FAA Road. crsmithmuseum. org. 817.967.1560.
Leonard’s Department Store Museum, Ongoing
Visitors can view displays featuring hundreds of vintage items from the iconic downtown retail giant. Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free. Fort Worth Screen Printing Building. 200 Carroll St. 817.336.9111. fwscreen.com.
Texas Civil War Museum, Ongoing
Featuring 15,000 square feet of exhibits, this is the largest Civil War museum west of the Mississippi River. The museum consists of three separate galleries that display a Civil War collection, Victorian dress collection and United Daughters of the Confederacy Texas Confederate collection. Along with the exhibits, the museum includes a 75-seat movie theater that hosts a commissioned movie, “Our Homes Our Rights – Texas in the Civil War.” Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $0–$6. 760 Jim Wright
Freeway N. 817.246.2323. texascivilwarmuseum.com.
Galleries
The Gang’s All Here: Nancy Lamb, through May 2
Artspace111 announces The Gang’s All Here, a show chronicling the last 30 years of artist Nancy Lamb’s career. Enjoy beer, wine and Taco Heads food, and live music to celebrate Spring Gallery Night from noon – 9pm. Artspace111 is free and open to the public. The signature fun and festive paintings Nancy Lamb has become synonymous with will be paired with a collection of her favorite personal photographs. As a look inside her creative process, photographs of the past thirty years will be showcased alongside a selection of paintings they inspired. Snapshots of family, friends, events and jovial moments give insight into the life and work of one of Fort Worth’s most beloved artist. Artspace111. 111 Hampton St. artspace111.com.
817.692.3228.
Gallery Reception at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, First Fridays Monthly reception for art exhibits opening at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center. 6–9 p.m. Free and open to the public. 1300 Gendy St. fwcac.org. 817.298.3021.
Films
Family Film Series, Second Saturdays
Stop by the Central Library for a family-friendly flick on the second Saturday of every month. Check website for details on titles and descriptions. 1 p.m. Free. Fort Worth Central Library. Youth Center Discovery Theatre. 500 W. 3rd St. Parking is free on the streets and in the Third Street garage after 6 p.m. fortworthlibrary.org. 817.392.7323.
Films at the Modern
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth offers a variety of events and programs on films. Check the website for details on titles, times, tickets and descriptions. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org/films/upcoming. 817.738.9215.
First Sunday Film Club
This series showcases the Fort Worth Library’s large and vibrant media collection. 2 p.m. Free. Fort Worth Central Library, Tandy Hall. 500 W. 3rd St. Parking is free on the streets and in the Third Street garage after 6 p.m. fortworthlibrary.org. 817.392.7323.
Magnolia
at the Modern
Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films shown weekly on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Check the website for titles and times, as well as for info on other film-related happenings. Tickets: $6–$9. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
Omni Theater and Noble Planetarium
Check the museum website for times and dates. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. 1600 Gendy St. fwmuseum.org/calendar. 817.255.9300.
music
Dog Days, May 1-2
Fort Worth Opera will emphasize its commitment to contemporary works by launching the 2015 season with the revolutionary new opera Dog Days, by David T. Little and Royce Vavrek, in the intimate setting of the Scott Theatre at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center (1300 Gendy Street, Fort Worth, Texas). Based on the powerful short story of the same name by Judy Budnitz, the opera depicts the harrowing saga of an American family in a post-apocalyptic world. Facing imminent starvation and struggling to retain their dignity, the family is put to the ultimate test of humanity when a man appears at their home dressed as a dog and begging for scraps. Sure to be one of the most raw and affecting pieces to ever take the Fort Worth Opera stage, Dog Days has been described as "a punch in the stomach," and "one of the most
restless Heart Check out the band at Billy Bob's Texas on May 15. Tickets are $12-$18.
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exciting operas in recent years" by The Wall Street Journal. 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2:00 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $17-$75. Fort Worth Opera. 1300 Gendy St. fwopera.org. 817.731.0835.
La Traviata, May 3 and 9
Opening the Bass Hall season will be Verdi's masterpiece La Traviata. Based on La Dame aux camellias by Alexander Dumas, fis, and renowned for its unforgettable melodies, this timeless love story will play out against Verdi's rich orchestration and features a cast of fresh faces all making their Fort Worth Opera debuts in this traditionally staged production. Although deeply in love, the beautiful but frail Violetta Valéry—sung by Australian rising star Rachelle Durkin—resigns her passionate affair with Alfredo Germont – portrayed by Patrick O'Halloran—to maintain his family's respected name. Rounding out the leading roles is Nicholas Pallesen as Alfredo's father, Giorgo Germont. 2:00 p.m. Sunday (May 3), 7:30 p.m. Saturday (May 9). Tickets: $17-$195. Fort Worth Opera. 1300 Gendy St. fwopera.org. 817.731.0835.
Hamlet, May 2 and 10
A centuries old masterpiece that still resonates today, Ambrose Thomas’ score and Shakespeare’s state of Denmark have been reimagined by Thaddeus Strassberger as an industrial 20th century post-Soviet-type nation. Upon learning of the murder of his father at the hands of his uncle Claudius, Hamlet begins to plot his revenge. His fixation on avenging his father drives his fiancée Ophélie mad in a powerful
scene of vocal prowess and intensity. Though Hamlet may ultimately achieve his revenge, it comes at a dire cost. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2:00 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $8.67-$175. Fort Worth Opera. 1300 Gendy St. fwopera.org. 817.731.0835.
Tom Russell and Thad Beckman, May 13
Acclaimed California singer-songwriter Tom Russell returns to McDavid Studio, this time bringing along his likeminded friend and singer/guitarist Thad Beckman. Russell's songs have been recorded by such icons as Johnny Cash, Dave Van Ronk, Jerry Jeff Walker, Doug Sahm, Joe Ely, Nanci Griffith, Guy Clark and Iris Dement, among others. He's one of David Letterman's favorite artists, having appeared on Letterman's show half a dozen times over the years. His music skews country, folk and rock but also pays tribute to the music of his youth - Tex-Mex and cowboy music. 7: 30 p.m. Wednesday. Tickets: $33. McDavid Studio. 301 E 5th Street. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.
UNT One O’Clock Lab Band, May 15
Catch the multi-Grammy nominated One O'Clock Lab Band in their final performance before going into the recording studio to record Lab 2015. Enjoy a sneak-preview of the cutting-edge music that will be captured on the very latest CD by America's premiere large jazz ensemble. The band will present Fort Worth premiere performances of brand new pieces to be recorded on Lab 2015. Be the first to hear the latest music in the decades-long tradition of critically-acclaimed recording projects by the six-time Grammy-nominated flagship ensemble of the UNT jazz program. 7:30 p.m. Friday. Tickets: $33. McDavid Studio. 301 E 5th Street. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.
Rach 2, May 15-17
Energized by the 2008 elections, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Composer-in-Residence Adam Schoenberg describes his American Symphony as an homage to our past and a forward look to a brighter future. His Copland-inspired work is followed by Rachmaninoff's turbulent Piano Concerto No. 2, featuring legendary Irish pianist Barry Douglas. Described as a Mexican Rite of Spring, the ritualistic La noche de los mayas concludes the concert in a frenzy of percussion. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:00 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $25-$75. Bass Performance Hall. 525 Commerce Street. basshall. com. 817.212.4300.
Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?, May 27-31
“Hilarious” is the only way to describe THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? You will laugh non-stop for 90 minutes as Robert Dubac ransacks his brain to answer the age old question: "What do women want?" All while drinking a beer. Dubac has crafted an hysterical one-man multi-character show that tackles the battle of the sexes with precision and wit. With a shrug of his shoulders or a crook of his neck, Robert Dubac seamlessly transforms himself into five alter egos - each offering their own
brand of misguided advice on how to straddle the gender gap. Hailed by critics and audiences alike, THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? is a rare thing - a clever combination of theater and stand-up comedy that is laughout-loud funny, provocative and insightful all at once. There are two types of people who should rush and see it - men and women! 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $30. Bass Performance Hall. 525 Commerce Street. basshall.com. 817.212.4300.
Billy Bob’s Texas Fort Worth Stockyards. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. billybobstexas.com. 817.624.7117. (Ticket prices are general admission/reserved.) Thursday concerts at 9:00 p.m, Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
May 1: Kacey Musgraves. Tickets: $20-$40. May 2: Jason Boland and The Stragglers. Tickets: $12-$18.
May 3: Cinco De Mayo in the Fort Worth Stockyards. Tickets: $15-$20.
May 7: Grady Spencer & The Work. Tickets: $10.
May 8: William Clark Green. Tickets: $10-$15. May 9: Steve Wariner. Tickets: $15-$28.
May 14: Zac Wilkerson. Tickets: $10.
May 15: Restless Heart. Tickets: $12-$18.
May 16: Bob Schneider. Tickets: $12-$25.
May 21: Jamie Richards. Tickets: $10.
May 22: The Swon Brothers. Tickets: $12-$18. May 23: Josh Turner. Tickets: $16-$40.
May 28: Sam Riggs. Tickets: $10.
May 30: 3rd Annual Burning Bubba Festival. Tickets: $20-$35.
Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge
Check the website for upcoming shows. 1311 Lipscomb St. theliveoak.com. 817.926.0968.
SportS
Texas Rangers texas.rangers.mlb.com
May 1: vs. Athletics, 7:05 p.m.
May 2: vs. Athletics, 7:05 p.m.
May 3: vs. Athletics, 2:05 p.m.
May 4: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.
May 5: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.
May 6: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.
May 7: @ Rays, 6:10 p.m.
May 8: @ Rays, 6:10 p.m.
May 9: @ Rays, 5:10 p.m.
May 10: @ Rays, 12:10 p.m.
May 11: vs. Royals, 7:05 p.m.
May 12: vs. Royals, 7:05 p.m.
May 13: vs. Royals, 7:05 p.m.
May 14: vs. Royals, 1:05 p.m.
May 15: vs. Indians, 7:05 p.m.
May 16: vs. Indians, 7:05 p.m.
May 17: vs. Indians, 2:05 p.m.
May 19: @ Red Sox, 6:10 p.m.
May 20: @ Red Sox, 6:10 p.m.
May 21: @ Red Sox, 6:10 p.m.
May 22: @ Yankees, 6:05 p.m.
May 23: @ Yankees, 12:05 p.m.
May 24: @ Yankees, 7:05 p.m.
May 25: @ Indians, 3:10 p.m.
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May 27: @ Indians, 11:10 a.m.
May 28: @ Red Sox, 7:05 p.m.
May 29: @ Red Sox, 7:05 p.m.
May 30: @ Red Sox, 6:15 p.m.
May 31: @ Red Sox, 2:05 p.m.
Stage and theater
Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope, through May 3
The 70's are back and better than ever! Retrohip-fun abounds in this 1972 Tony Award nominated show for Best Musical. An all dancing - all singing cast of over a dozen actors perform the blues, rock, jazz, calypso and a musical revue style, touching on major themes of the 1970's including student protests, ghetto life, black power, funk and feminism. Check the website for dates and times. Tickets: $22-$26. Jubilee Theater. 506 Main Street. jubileetheater. org. 817.338.4411.
Texas Ballet Theater’s Artistic Director’s Choice, May 29-31
Rubies is a "crisp and witty" collaboration between choreographer George Balanchine and composer Igor Stravinsky. Balanchine worked to put into dance form the essence of the jewels that he admired. Rubies is one act from the world's first-ever plot-less ballet, Jewels. In this act, the dancers race like lightening across the stage to an upbeat jazz-inflected score. Petite Mort is an intense piece that juxtaposes pleasure
and death. Set to movements composed by Mozart, this is a breathtaking work that showcases the unique vision of Jiri Kylian, including demanding choreography that features foils as dance partners. Texas Ballet Theater is pleased to present a world premiere by Jonathan Watkins, commissioned specifically for TBT dancers. Watkins is an internationally recognized choreographer and a former company member of The Royal Ballet. 8:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $15-$110. Texas Ballet Theater. 1540 Mall Circle. texasballettheater.org. 817.763.0207.
A staple of the local entertainment scene for many years, this popular Fort Worth-based improvisational comedy troupe performs skits and songs based on audience suggestions. It’s a must for visitors. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. 18 and older are welcome. Tickets: $20. 312 Houston St. fourdayweekend.com. 817.226.4329.
Hyena’s Comedy Night Club, Ongoing Various performances each week in downtown
Fort Worth, ranging from local to national stars. 425 Commerce St. hyenascomedynightclub.com. 817.877.5233.
other
attraC tionS and eventS
150 Years of Fort Worth Satellite Exhibit, Ongoing
The exhibit traces the city’s development, from its beginning as a frontier outpost, through its rowdy youth as a cattle town, to present day. Created by the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, in cooperation with City Center Development Co. Open daily from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Free. Historic Fire Station No. 1. Second and Commerce streets. fwmuseum.org. 817.871.7686.
Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Ongoing
The museum has a full slate of fun and informative public programs for its visitors, from lectures by visiting artists and scholars to extended education opportunities, family events, children’s programs and a book club. Admission is free unless otherwise noted. Check the website for details. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
BRIT First Saturday, Ongoing
Free family fun and activities on the first Saturday of the month, including a farmers market that features a variety of fresh, seasonal produce sourced from local gardens based around Fort Worth. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. brit. org/firstsaturday. 817.332.4441.
BRIT Tours, Ongoing
Lace up your sneakers and learn about Botanical Research Institute of Texas’ history, present and future, research programs, herbarium, libraries, educational programs and its sustainable building. Thursdays 1:30 p.m., first Saturday of the month 10:30 a.m. Free. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. brit.org. 817.332.4441.
Cattle Baron Mansions, Ongoing
Tour the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House and Thistle Hill mansion and stand where the famous cattle barons stood when livestock was king and ranching ruled the Southwest. Wednesday–Friday, hourly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday, hourly, 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Tickets: $15/adults, $7.50/children 12 and under. Ball-EddlemanMcFarland House, 1110 Penn St. Historic Fort Worth. historicfortworth.org. 817.332.5875.
Clearfork Food Park, Ongoing
This waterfront and woof-friendly park features a variety of food trucks and live music in a laid-back, alfresco setting. Thirsty folk can swing by the Cantina, which boasts a full selection of beer and wines. Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday. 1541 Merrimac Circle (located on the Trinity Trail just off University Drive across from the Fort Worth
m ario garcía torres The artist creates cinematic narratives that explore obscure histories and personalities associated with conceptual art of the '60s and '70s. Modern Art Museum through June 28.
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Zoo). clearkforkfoodpark.com.
Coyote Drive-In, Ongoing
View flicks the “old-fashioned way,” in an under-the-stars setting that’s anything but antiquated. The Panther Island locale provides stunning views of downtown Fort Worth along the Trinity River near the Panther Island Pavilion, where concerts and tubing are regularly happening. Coyote Drive-In is a joint collaboration between Coyote Theatres, the Tarrant Regional Water District, Trinity River Vision Authority and the city of Fort Worth. Check the website for movies, times and special events. 223 N.E. 4th St. coyotedrive-in.com. 817.717.7767.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Ongoing
A peaceful haven nestled in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, the Garden is home to more than 2,500 species of native and exotic plants that flourish in its 23 specialty gardens. Open daily from dawn until dusk. Free. Admission fees apply to Conservatory and Japanese Gardens. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. fwbg.org. 817.871.7686.
Fort Worth Food Park, Ongoing
Enjoy a variety of gourmet dishes served up by some of the area’s top local chefs — all in one serene, park-like setting in the heart of Fort Worth’s cultural and entertainment district. Park features outdoor games, live music and other special events. It’s also pet-friendly and has free wireless Internet. 2509 Weisenberger St. Thursday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 5 p.m.–8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 4 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. fwfoodpark.com.
Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive, Ongoing
The world’s only twice daily cattle drive. Historic Fort Worth Stockyards on East Exchange Avenue in front of the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building. 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge, Ongoing
The 3,621-acre refuge is one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States with more than 20 miles of hiking trails. The center provides a variety of regular and special programs. Check website for details. Refuge: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. Hardwicke Interpretive Center: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. daily. Admission: $2–$5. 9601 Fossil Ridge Road. fwnaturecenter. org. 817.392.7410.
Fort Worth Water Gardens, Ongoing
Designed by famed architect Philip Johnson,
the 5-acre downtown park features a peaceful oasis of fountains and pools. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. 1502 Commerce St. Free. 817.871.5700. Fort Worth Zoo, Ongoing
The oldest zoo in Texas, the Fort Worth Zoo was founded in 1909 and has grown into a nationally ranked facility, housing nearly 7,000 native and exotic animals. Open daily at 10 a.m. Tickets: adults (13+), $12; children (3–12), $9 (2 and under free); seniors (65+), $9. Wednesdays: half-price. 1989 Colonial Parkway. fortworthzoo.org. 817.759.7555.
Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour, Fridays and Saturdays
Hour-long walking excursion around Granbury’s historic downtown square guided by actors dressed in Civil War-era attire. 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. $7–$10. 116 W. Bridge St. granburytours.com. 817.559.0849.
Lectures and Discussions at the Kimbell, Ongoing
Year-round evening, weekday and Saturday lectures by staff and guest speakers explore various topics relating to the permanent collection and special exhibitions on view at the Kimbell Art Museum. Some programs require advance reservations. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. kimbellart.org. 817.332.8451.
Log Cabin Village, Ongoing
Step back in time to the 1800s at Log Cabin Village, a living history museum devoted to the preservation of Texas’ pioneer heritage. And be sure to keep tabs on the website, which details the Village’s ever-changing array of special events. Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1–5 p.m.; closed Monday. Tickets: $4–$5. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881. Martin House Brewing Co. Tours and Tastings, Saturdays
Admission includes a souvenir pint glass, guided brewery tour and three complimentary pints (must bring your ID). $10. 2–5 p.m. Martin House Brewing Co. 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Ste. 209. martinhousebrewing.com. 817.222.0177. Panther Island Pavilion, Ongoing
Self-billed as “the only outdoor entertainment venue in Funkytown,” PIP caters to a wide variety of uses, including concerts, festivals and events — all staged along the banks of our beloved Trinity, with stunning views of the best downtown in the country (aka, ours, of course!). Besides boasting the only waterfront stage in Texas, it’s also got a main stage for yearround events and two additional band shells for multi-act festivals. In addition to attending a multitude of live events throughout the year, guests also can rent stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes and pedal boats and take part in some watersports fun. Check the website for
specifics. 395 Purcey St. pantherislandpavilion. com. 817.698.0700.
Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. Tours and Tastings, Wednesdays and Saturdays
There’s a $10 tour admission fee for anyone over 18, but a tour of the brewery and a Rahr & Sons pint glass that holds up to three free beer samples are yours for no additional charge. Wednesdays, 5–7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 1–3 p.m. Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. 701 Galveston Ave. rahrbrewing.com. 817.810.9266.
Revolver Brewing Tour and Tastings, Saturdays
Great beer, fresh country air, picnic tables, a band, barbecue or fajitas, corn bag toss and an informative tour of the brewery. Noon–3 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a Revolver Brewing pint glass. Food vendors will be on site. Revolver Brewery. 5650 Matlock Road, Granbury. revolverbrewing.com. 817.736.8034.
River Legacy Living Science Center, Ongoing
The 12,000-square-foot nature center offers interactive exhibits, terrariums, aquariums, nature trails and Saturday events. Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free admission. 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington. riverlegacy.org. 817.860.6752.
Southside Urban Market, Ongoing
Their mission is to foster relations among a diverse group of people, promote local artisans, encourage eco-friendly food production and promote healthy living. Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Southside Fort Worth on the corner of South Main and East Daggett. southsideurbanmarket. com.
Stockyards Championship Rodeo, Ongoing
Full-on rodeo action Friday and Saturday night, year-round at the historic Cowtown Coliseum. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 8 p.m. Tickets: $15–$20.
Stockyards Walking Tours, Saturdays
Wrangler Walking Tour: Historical facts, culture and stories of the Stockyards. 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets: $6–$8. Available in Spanish, French, German, Japanese and English. Stockyards Station, 130 E. Exchange Ave. stockyardsstation.com.
Vintage Railroad: Trinity River Run, Thursdays–Sundays
Hit the rails in an authentic Victorian-style coach between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. From the Fort Worth location, visitors can ride on a trip to the Trinity River and back, enjoying beautiful scenery and the 19th-century ambience of a steam locomotive. 3:15–4:15 p.m. $6–$10. Grapevine Vintage Railroad – Fort Worth. 140 E. Exchange Ave. grapevinetexasusa.com. 817.410.3123.
High School
May 3, 2015 Presents
May 3, 2015 Presents
May 3, 2015 Presents
High School Art Competition
Theme:
Theme:
Theme:
Theme:
The Meaning of
The Meaning of The Betsy Price Citywide
The Meaning of The Betsy Price Citywide
The Meaning of The Betsy Price Citywide
High School Art Competition
High School Art Competition
Submissions
Submissions
Submissions
Submissions
Submissions
Awards
Awards
Deadline to enter midnight April 1, 2015.
Deadline to enter midnight April 1, 2015.
Deadline to enter midnight April 1, 2015.
Deadline to enter midnight April 1, 2015. Three entries per student.
Awards
Three entries per student.
Deadline to enter midnight April 1, 2015. Three entries per student.
Three entries per student.
Three entries per student.
Reception and award ceremony to be held May 3, 2015 from 3-6 p.m.
Reception and award ceremony to be held May 3, 2015 from 3-6 p.m.
1st = $5,000
Reception and award ceremony to be held May 3, 2015 from 3-6 p.m.
Reception and award ceremony to be held May 3, 2015 from 3-6 p.m.
2nd = $3,000 3rd = $1,000
1st = $5,000 2nd = $3,000 3rd = $1,000
1st = $5,000 2nd = $3,000 3rd = $1,000
1st = $5,000 2nd = $3,000 3rd = $1,000
Reception and award ceremony to be held May 3, 2015 from 3-6 p.m. Awards 1st = $5,000 2nd = $3,000 3rd = $1,000
Awards presented by Mayor Betsy Price at 4 p.m.
Awards presented by Mayor Betsy Price at 4 p.m.
Awards presented by Mayor Betsy Price at 4 p.m.
Awards presented by Mayor Betsy Price at 4 p.m.
Jurors
Jurors
Jurors
Jurors
Jurors
Andrea Karnes – Curator of the Modern Art Musuem of Fort Worth.
Andrea Karnes – Curator of the Modern Art Musuem of Fort Worth.
Awards presented by Mayor Betsy Price at 4 p.m.
Andrea Karnes – Curator of the Modern Art Musuem of Fort Worth.
Andrea Karnes – Curator of the Modern Art Musuem of Fort Worth.
Andrea Karnes – Curator of the Modern Art Musuem of Fort Worth.
Benito Huerta – Director/Curator of the Gallery at UTA and currently exhibiting at the Amon Carter Museum.
Benito Huerta – Director/Curator of the Gallery at UTA and currently exhibiting at the Amon Carter Museum.
Winner’s work will hang in a Fort Worth public building for 1 year after exhibition.
Winner’s work will hang in a Fort Worth public building for 1 year after exhibition.
Winner’s work will hang in a Fort Worth public building for 1 year after exhibition.
Winner’s work will hang in a Fort Worth public building for 1 year after exhibition.
Winner’s work will hang in a Fort Worth public building for 1 year after exhibition.
Top 25 will be showcased in group exhibition for the month.
Benito Huerta – Director/Curator of the Gallery at UTA and currently exhibiting at the Amon Carter Museum.
Benito Huerta – Director/Curator of the Gallery at UTA and currently exhibiting at the Amon Carter Museum.
Benito Huerta – Director/Curator of the Gallery at UTA and currently exhibiting at the Amon Carter Museum.
Prospectus
Top 25 will be showcased in group exhibition for the month.
Top 25 will be showcased in group exhibition for the month.
Top 25 will be showcased in group exhibition for the month.
Top 25 will be showcased in group exhibition for the month.
Selected exhibiting artists posted online and contacted by April 20, 2015.
Selected exhibiting artists posted online and contacted by April 20, 2015.
Selected exhibiting artists posted online and contacted by April 20, 2015.
Selected exhibiting artists posted online and contacted by April 20, 2015.
Selected exhibiting artists posted online and contacted by April 20, 2015.
Prospectus
Prospectus
Prospectus
Prospectus
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Participating Schools FW
Schools
Diamond Hill, Dunbar, North
School of Fort Worth, Starpoint, Lake Country Christian, Fellowship Christian, West Academy, Anderson Gifted & Talented, Travis Academy of Fine Art The
Wyatt, Polytech, Oakridge,
Travis Academy of Fine Art
Nolan, Covenant Classical, Calvary Christian, Hill School of Fort Worth, Starpoint, Lake Country Christian, Fellowship Christian, West Academy, Anderson Gifted & Talented, Travis Academy of Fine Art
High, North Side High, OD Wyatt, Polytech, Oakridge, Nolan, Covenant Classical, Calvary Christian, Hill School of Fort Worth, Starpoint, Lake Country Christian, Fellowship Christian, West Academy, Anderson Gifted & Talented, Travis Academy of Fine Art
Culinary ventures in and around town
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Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s
Chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin has really found his sweet spot with the opening of his much-anticipated Kin Kin Urban Thai. If you are hungry for more, turn the page.
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thai sophisticate
A native of Thailand, Chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin has really found his sweet spot with the opening of his muchanticipated Kin Kin Urban Thai. Confidence is so high that it will be a hole-in-one, he is teeing up two more locations in Dallas.
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After graduating from Le Cordon B L eu in fL orida, the James Beard-featured C hef a C hieved a three-star rating at Pak P ao in d a LL as B efore o P ening his Bite City g ri LL L ast year. When you stop by Kin Kin, impress the chef and your dining companions by pronouncing his name correctly. Using my simplified brand of Texas phonics, it is pronounced Tree-Tip-Juan-Sin.
Location:2801 W. 7th St. for info Call: 817.984.1363
Price range: $$
Kin Kin means “let’s eat,” and we couldn’t wait to chow down just after they opened in mid-March. All evidence of its former life as M. K. Sushi, and most recently Big Fish, has been erased, and the sophisticated urban interior is a real sanctuary.
Tender soy-soaked Thai Beef Jerky ($5.50) was a fun snack served in a paper wrapper like French fries. Bamboo steamer baskets filled with three different types of homemade dumplings were being delivered to tables all around, but the Crepe Spring Roll ($9) delighted
hours: Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. What We Like: Chef Thretipthuangsin takes common Thai cuisine and boosts it to a truly gourmet level. our recommendation: The Short Rib Green Curry is a must. It's marinated for 48 hours and served in a perfectly spicy yet creamy curry. Make sure to pair your dish with one of Kin Kin's top-notch cocktails. We recommend the signature Bangkokification.
me with its promise of Franco-Thai fusion. Two enchilada-sized rolls were filled with crunchy and cold bean sprouts, strips of interesting Chinese sausage, pork belly and scallion. A sweet tamarind chili sauce added just the right balance to the dish.
Just like at Bite City Grill, the cocktails are top-notch. Some of the notable entries include: the Tom Yum Bloody Mary, a Lychee Margarita, and the signature Bangkokification (highly recommended), which is a fantastic blend of watermelon liquor and cucumber vodka.
Thai cuisine has really caught on in recent years. The common flavors of lemongrass, chili paste, coconut, basil, cilantro and peanut have become constant cravings. But we now have some truly gourmet Thai to boast. We were amazed by the elegant simplicity of the Sizzling Garlic Pork ($15). A healthy serving of pan-seared pork, marinated in chili and garlic, is served over grilled onions and peppers. The
The Crepe Spring Rolls at Kin Kin Urban Thai are filled with crunchy bean sprouts, strips of interesting Chinese sausage, pork belly and scallion.
Sizzling Garlic Pork at Kin Kin consists of a healthy serving of panseared pork, marinated in chili and garlic, and is served over grilled onions and peppers.
Short Rib Green Curry, likewise, was addictive. The chopstick-tender braised short rib is marinated for 48 hours and served in a perfectly spicy yet creamy curry, which features fresh bamboo shoots (nothing like the stringy, canned variety), apple eggplant and topped with flash-fried basil.
The energetic matriarch of the Thretipthuangsin clan is a visible presence. A notable Thai chef in her own right, Chef Pat used to cook for the royal family in Thailand. Manager and brother, Chris, admitted, “Eddy runs the kitchen...and she runs Eddy.” Pat insisted we try the Grilled Banana ($7) for dessert. The consistency of these hand-picked, imported bananas are unlike any you have ever had − velvety, almost custard-like. They were delicious, resting in coconut honey glaze.
If you are a Pad Thai junkie or a Red Curry (Gang Dang) devotee, you will not be disappointed. All the usual suspects are represented well − what I would call entrylevel Thai. But, if you are ready to explore further, Kin Kin is the place to go. Chef Thretipthuangsin makes it look easy, but there’s some real genius to it. He elevates, reinvents and even shatters your expectations.
A Kosher Classic
A master in the art of sandwich making since 1928, Fort Worth’s original kosher-style delicatessen, Carshon’s Deli, continues to serve classic, made-from-scratch cuisine under the stewardship of long-time owner, Mary Swift.
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CA rshon's modest f A ç A de is e A sy to over L oo K , but th A t doesn’t A ppe A r to deter s outhside diners. The parking lot is packed at noon on a Thursday, and patrons arriving late for lunch must park on neighboring side streets.
Inside, the din of mealtime conversation percolates from the dining room to the deli counter. A large board at the entrance lists meat options and salads available by the pound, and customers can also purchase matzo meal, borscht and other items in a small grocery area.
The dining room décor is no frills with green-checkered vinyl tablecloths and large white boards listing beer and wine selections, desserts and daily specials. Vintage pendant lights and B&W prints of historic Fort Worth evoke another time and place.
The wait staff is casually dressed in jeans and tennis shoes, but service is friendly and efficient. Marisela is quick to take our order and proudly informs us that everything on the menu is made in-house. Owner Mary Swift also makes the rounds, checking on customers and refilling drinks, all with her bright-eyed grandchild in tow.
Swift has run Fort Worth’s first (and only) kosher-style deli for more than three decades. Originally located downtown, the family-owned business was established by Jewish immigrant David Carshon in partnership with Chicotsky’s Meat Market. The deli eventually relocated to West Berry and then to its current home on Cleburne Road in the 1970s.
The Rebecca features stacks of pastrami and smoked turkey served on grilled egg bread layered with cream cheese and Russian dressing.
The braised short rib is served in a spicy yet creamy curry, which features fresh bamboo shoots, apple eggplant and topped with flash-fried basil.
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location: 3133 Cleburne Rd.
For info Call: 817.923.1907
price range: $ hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What We like: Reasonably priced and generous servings of traditional deli favorites that are made fresh in house.
What We don’t: Credit cards aren’t accepted, so be prepared to pay in cash or by check.
our recommendation: Definitely try the specialty sandwiches, preferably one that includes pastrami or corned beef. And leave room for dessert.
In nearly 90 years of operation, Carshon’s has developed a sizeable group of longtime patrons. Noontime diners are made up primarily of businessmen and retirees, but by 1 o’clock, families and students donning TCU purple trickle in. No table is empty for long.
Although not strictly kosher, the menu offers traditional deli fare, including fresh bagels, matzo ball soup, meat and fish plates, and a selection of sandwiches, from corned beef to chopped liver. Instead of ketchup, a jar of Gulden’s spicy brown mustard sits on each table.
The hearty bean and barley soup ($3.50) makes an excellent starter, although it did require a healthy shaking of salt. Texas-style homemade chili ($3.95) is earthy and delicious as well. Sides ($0.75-$3.25) are basic, such as coleslaw, sauerkraut and potato salad, but well made and generous in size.
Carshon’s sandwiches are expertly constructed, not too soggy or dry, and won’t fall apart in your hands. They’re balanced in flavor, not overly dressed, and every ingredient tastes fresh. The Reuben ($7.95), corned beef or pastrami with Swiss and kraut on rye bread,
In addition to delicious sandwiches, Carshon's offers tasty soup options.
is a formidable sandwich worthy of sharing. The Rebecca ($7.95) is more manageable in size—stacks of pastrami and smoked turkey served on grilled egg bread layered with cream cheese and Russian dressing.
Although we had no room for dessert, Marisela talked us into a slice of warm coconut pie ($3.75), light as air, piled high with meringue and sprinkled with toasted coconut. Not a crumb survived. With comfort food this satisfying, Carshon’s will remain a Fort Worth staple for a long time.
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Business Minded
If you work just outside the downtown bubble − say on Summit − dining options used to be slim and none. The owners of Chadra Mezza and Grill filled that void last year by opening West Fork Grill inside the Summit Towers.
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West Fork Grill keeps business hours. iF you are in the area bet W een 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., be aware that there is a hidden oasis tucked inside 1200 Summit Tower.
You won’t find any signage calling attention to it.
On one recent afternoon, we saw laptop warriors pecking away at their keyboards between bites, seated alongside relaxing co-workers, as well as a constant stream of those popping in to take lunch back to the office. In fact, every meal is served up in portable containers.
Check out the blackboard for weekly specials, when they feature favorites from the Chadra Mezza menu, and hope you drop in on Heavenly Chicken day. You know, that siesta-inducing chicken breast stuffed with cream cheese and topped with bacon, spinach, mushroom and Alfredo sauce, served over penne pasta.
We loved the mountain of fresh greens, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers on our
Chicken Salad ($8). The salad is composed “Subway sandwich style” right in front of you, so you can customize it to your liking. Two generous scoops of fluffy chicken salad had the crunch of walnuts and celery with a hint of sweetness from sliced red grapes.
The Greek Gyro sandwich ($6) was a lovely creation filled with ample sliced meat, lettuce, tomato, black olives, crumbled feta cheese and creamy tzaziki sauce. Two triangles of Baklava ($4) are just right to share.
With two expansive windows overlooking the manicured lawn and busy Summit Avenue, comfy interior and quick service, it is a nice place for worker-bees to start the day or take a little respite at lunchtime.
The Greek Gyro sandwich is lovely creation filled with ample sliced meat, lettuce, tomato, black olives, crumbled feta cheese and creamy tzaziki sauce.
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Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 230 N. Center St., 817.801.0300. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Mon.Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-9pm Mon.-Fri; All Day 11am-9pm Sat. and Sun. $
BITE City Grill 2600 W. 7th St., 817.877.3888. 11am10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$
Bj’s Restaurant And Brewhouse 201 Interstate 20 E., 817.465.5225. 11am-midnight Mon.-Thur.; 11am-1am Fri.; 10am-1am Sat.; 10am-midnight Sun. $-$$
Chef Point Cafe 5901 Watauga Rd., Watauga, 817.656.0080. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. Breakfast Saturdays. $-$$
The Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge 1311 Lipscomb St., 817.926.0968. 3pm-midnight Tue.-Thur. and Sun.; 3pm-2am Fri.; 1pm-2am Sat. $$ The Rose Garden Tea Room 7200 Camp Bowie
Chapps 2045 N. Hwy. 360, 817.649.3000. Other locations: 153 Southwest Plaza (1-20 & Little Road), 817.483.8008. 2596 E. Arkansas, 817.460.2097. 11am-9pm daily. $
Chop House Burgers 1700 W. Park Row Drive, Ste. 116, 817.459.3700. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $
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Vee Lounge 500 Taylor St., 817.332.4833. 11ammidnight Mon.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.; 7pm-2am Fri.-Sat. $$
La Madeleine 2101 N. Collins St., Arlington, 817.461.3634. 6:30am-10pm daily. Other location: 4201 S Cooper St., Arlington, 817.417.5100. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $
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La Madeleine 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.654.0471. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am11pm Fri.-Sat. Other locations: 4626 SW Loop 820. 817.717.5200.; 900 Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.251.0255. 6:30am-10pm daily $ Saint-Emilion 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 6pm-9pm Fri.-Sat. $$$
if a friend invited you into his home to have his mother cook you an authentic mexican meal, would you be impatient with how long it took for her to get your dinner to the table? Well, that is similar to the experience at the highly acclaimed Revolver Taco Lounge. You can wave to the aunts back there in the kitchen cooking their hearts out for you.
The menu is inspired by traditional home cooking, which takes a total left turn from the typical formulas that you are accustomed to.
We started by savoring the Ceviche De Atun special ($15). Fresh dices of lime-marinated sushi-grade tuna were served in a medium martini glass, along with caramelized serrano pepper and a light avocado ice cream sauce. The dish provided the perfect balance of heat from the serranos and the refreshingly cool and slightly sweet avocado cream. The clean, white interior is sleek and modern with punches of red. The focal point is the bustling open kitchen, and a close second is the large bar area with antique revolvers lacquered right into the maple wood.
The emphasis here is on the Lounge. Quit tapping your toe and checking your watch. You are not in that big of a rush. Trust me ... you don’t want to miss this. Instead, sit back, relax and keep sipping on that delicious concoction.
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Café Medi 420 Grapevine Hwy., Ste. 101A, Hurst, 817.788.5110. Other location: 129 E. Olive St., Keller, 817.337.3204. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $
Greek House 2426 Forest Park Blvd., 817.921.1473. 11am-8pm Mon.-Sat. $
Ferré Ristorante Bar 215 E. Fourth St., 817.332.0033. 4pm-9pm Tues.-Wed.; 4pm-10pm Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$
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Buca Di Beppo 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.6262. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$
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Joe T. Garcia’s 2201 N. Commerce, 817.626.4356. Cash only. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$ La Familia 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002. 11am-10pm Tues.-Fri.; 8am-10pm Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $ La Playa Maya 6209 Sunset Dr., 817.738.3329. Other locations: 1540 N. Main St., 817.624.8411. 3200 Hemphill St., 817.924.0698. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Los Molcajetes 4320 Western Center Blvd., 817.306.9000. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun. $ Los Vaqueros 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. Other Location: 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.710.8828. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11 am-10pm, Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Other location: Crown Valley Golf Club, 29 Crown Road, Weatherford. 817.441.2300 $ Mambo’s 1010 Houston St. in the Park Central Hotel, 817.336.3124. 11am- 2pm Tues.-Fri.; 4pm10pm Wed.-Sat. $ Mi Cocina 509 Main St., 817.877.3600. Other locations: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444. 9369 Rain Lily Trail. 817.750.6426. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ The Original 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.6226. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Breakfast tacos: 6am-10am Mon.-Fri. $ Paco & John 1116 8th Ave., 817.810.0032. 7:30am10:30am & 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-2pm
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Pappasito’s Cantina 2704 W. Freeway, 817.877.5546. Other location: 321 W. Road to Six Flags, Arlington, 817.795.3535. 11am-10pm Sun.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ all locations
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Each month we will present our readers with an obscure detail shot from somewhere in fort worth, courtesy of photographer brian luenser. We will provide the clues, and you will have the opportunity to guess where the shot was taken at fwtx.com/articles/where-may-15. The following month we will include the full photo as well as a new obscure detail shot. Here are this month’s clues:
1. This popular destination in Fort Worth is home to a duck pond, miniature choo-choo, several playgrounds and trails for hiking or biking.
2. It serves as host for annual events, including one of the biggest festivals to happen all year. It takes place from April 30 – May 3.
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Luxury
Shirley and Ernest Shippy, both telecommunications IT professionals, chose Park Place Lexus Grapevine because they like the friendly atmosphere at the dealership. “The sales professionals and service advisors are excellent,” Ernest said.
Loyal Park Place Lexus Grapevine customers since 2002, the seven vehicles they’ve purchased have been exceptionally wellequipped and comfortable, they said. And that’s definitely the case in their most recent purchases, a 2015 Lexus RX 350 for Shirley and a 2013 Lexus RX 450h for Ernest. As IT specialists, the Shippys found all the high-tech gizmos they expected in luxuryclass vehicles. “We like Sirius satellite radio, blind spot monitoring, navigation system
and rearview camera, plus all of the other standard equipment that’s on a Lexus.”
The Lexus RX 350 was an alluring choice for Shirley, a great family SUV with a combination of safety features, plush interior, and generous cargo room for luggage when they travel frequently to visit grandchildren in San Antonio and family in New Orleans and on the East Coast. “We enjoy riding across the country in our Lexus. The navigation system and the apps feature with Pandora and iHeartRadio make the drive very relaxing.”
“I love the RX hybrid, my second one, and I will buy another one when the time comes to buy another Lexus,” Ernest said.
