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October 2015
Oasis on the Lake
The 2015 Dream Home - a 5,999-square-foot, five-bedroom, fiveand-a-half-bath, stucco in Southlake’s Carillon development - is built for entertaining. by Scott Nishimura
Nine Lives These are the lives of nine people who live in Fort Worth right under your nose. They are survivors who went through their own hell and back. They aren’t merely surviving — they are thriving. by Jocelyn Tatum 177
Having a morning show on WBAP and being the voice of TCU keeps Brian Estridge on a tight schedule.
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148 Snapshots Behind the ropes and on the red carpet, the photos of the personalities and parties that have everyone talking
156 In Other Words New-Age Hiring Solutions by Kacie Galloway
162 Up Close Paul Dorman by Gail Bennison
211 fwevents From the mustsee live concert to the highly esteemed art exhibit, a month of events worth checking out 225
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
252 Where Is This? How well do you know Fort Worth? Can you guess where this photo was taken based on the clues?
How Amy & Jay Novacek Wind Down.
Peace and quiet are in short supply today. Amy and Jay Novacek find it by winding down the day in the solitude of their Johnson County ranch. If you’re ready for your own Texas hideaway, Heritage Land Bank can help you get there. In fact, Heritage is the right financing partner for anyone buying land in rural Texas. If you’re ready to buy, we’re ready to help.
count Your blessings
The oTher morning before work, i woke up, sTumbled inTo The kiTchen and found we were ouT of coffee. Running a few minutes behind (mainly due to aforementioned lack of caffeine but also because of last-minute attire change due to four-legged friends), my foot was a little heavy driving into the office. The cop that gave me my ticket seemed to be having the same kind of morning I was having. The speeding ticket caused tardiness to staff meeting, leading to disapproving look from boss.
Feeling like I really had it bad, I was serendipitously sent a reminder from one of my writers of just how small my problems really were. Opening my inbox, I discovered one of my favorite stories that we have ever run in this magazine (see Nine Lives: Amazing Stories of Survival, page 54).
Jocelyn Tatum eloquently captured the inspirational testimonies of nine locals with jaw-dropping survival stories. She spent hours upon hours meeting with them, making each comfortable enough to relive his or her experience. I was instantly spellbound as I read about the Special Ops soldier who has survived 15 tours overseas; a mother-daughter duo that survived a Cambodian working camp; the first man shot who survived the Wedgewood Baptist Church shooting; a motorcycle accident survivor who lost her boyfriend when crashed into by a drunk driver; a Fort Worth rabbi who barely escaped Lomazy, Poland, just before the town was completely wiped out by Nazis; a Boston Marathon survivor; a military veteran who survived a car crash after exiting the base, leaving him with quadriplegic spinal injuries; and a sex-trafficking victim.
It’s a great piece of journalism, and it made me reflect back to a time when I could dedicate myself to writing multi-dimensional features like this one. After this issue, the 75th to which I have contributed, that is how you will see me playing a role in the magazine. I am passing the executive editor baton to some other lucky person and would like to thank you for lending me your attention for nearly eight years. It’s been a pleasure to serve my favorite city and work alongside an amazingly talented creative team.
Jennifer Casseday-Blair Executive Editor
I have been shooting for 40 years, and photos like the last one in this article make me sick. Real women do not dress like that to go to the range except for a photo shoot, especially an outdoor range. No real shooter would wear WHITE to shoot in. I love the article; too bad you had to pander to get attention.
—Susan Ayres
The Crooner Is Back
Based upon what I read and the feedback I've gotten from others, this article did an excellent job showing all sides of Andy: Andy the person, the on-air personality and the performer. I really appreciate Gail's work. You can tell she is a passionate writer and passionate about the people in this beautiful city! I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for featuring him and including our station. You guys do a fabulous job representing Fort Worth.
—Erin Wilde, Morning Show Host, 92.1 Hank FM
Congratulations to Andy. Wonderful article. —Mariann Mitchell Taccia
Straight Shooters
In response to the well-written article, Straight Shooters, I am pleased to observe that women are recognizing the need for personal preparedness. My wife, who will be 65 next month, goes to the shooting range each Monday.
—Rufus Roberts M.D.
I'm just curious how long the fit he pitched was when someone told him he had to wear a suit that day! Glad to see he's still going strong.
—Major Mathis
Great article! His voice is amazing and really sounds at home with the Crooner style.
—Cindy Ivy
Helping Hands
I am so fortunate to be able to spend time helping and supporting wonderful families not only in Fort Worth but around the country who are experiencing the hospitalization of a baby in the NICU or experiencing the loss of a child. It was so nice of Fort Worth, Texas magazine and writer Gail Bennison to do such a lovely piece about NICU Helping Hands. We are all supposed to do something to change the world and make a difference for someone else, and this is my way of doing that. Anyone want to join me?
—Lisa Grubbs
An absolutely incredible lady, this Lisa
Grubbs. She is one of the most selfless folks I know. I am also a volunteer for NICU Helping Hands.
—Ida Stokes Nicholson
Very nice article and well deserved! What a wonderful ministry to grieving families...so glad I got to donate my wedding gown in the early days of your NICU Helping Hands!
—Joan Culbertson Eakin
Yay for NICU Helping Hands!! Fabulous program I love to help with!
—Karen Green
Color Me Happy
Thank you, Gail Bennison and Fort Worth, Texas magazine for making Weatherford’s Holland Lake Nursing Center colorists famous. And for Megan Parks Photography for making us look good.
—Nadeen Pickard Murphree
Correction:
The 2015 Dream Home, on a corner lot in Southlake’s Carrillon planned community being developed by Hines, will feature Travertine imported from Iran and Turkey, Quartzite from Brazil for the kitchen known as Taj Mahal; Danby marble from a Vermont quarry; Caesarstone engineered quartz; and Black Pearl granite from a quarry in India.
If someone beat you to the last newsstand copy, don’t worry. The virtual editions of both current and previous issues are available on our website. Flip through the pages to read more about the great city of Fort Worth by visiting fwtx.com.
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Gail Bennison mostly enjoys writing about people, art and culture, health, and history. This month Gail contributes a story in the Culture section (page 40) about a local author and The Wildcatter Exchange, a Fort Worth nonprofit that offers opportunities to interact with creators and the creative spirit. The organization hosted A Conversation and Reading, featuring a debut novel from North Texas author Sanderia Faye. Gail also did an Up-Close feature on Paul Dorman (page 162) and culture pieces on a local high-tea experience (page 36) and Green River Ordinance’s recent album release (page 34).
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Nicole Crites is a native Fort Worthian and one of the magazine’s interns. As a Paschal High School alumna, she is a proud Panther, but since August 2011, she has been a proud Red Raider as well. Nicole will graduate from Texas Tech University in December with a degree in journalism, leaving West Texas and its dust storms behind. After graduation, Nicole would like to pursue a career in journalism and, one day, work for a major magazine. This month, she contributed a feature about The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s exhibition Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic, which showcases vibrant, urban paintings that bring to light issues such as race, gender and how the world defines a hero (page 32). Nicole also reviewed a Fort Worth classic, The Buffet Restaurant at The Kimbell Art Museum (page 230).
3Style 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 gives us five simple fall fashion musthaves on page 50.
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intern Brianna Kessle r was born and raised in the DFW Metroplex. She loves experiencing foreign culture, traveling and adventure. Her strong suits are writing about people, controversial topics and events. She grew up working in her father’s Italian restaurants and learned how to make pizza at 8 years old. This month Brianna contributed a feature on an exciting performance being put on by the FW Opera (page 38), the Events section (page 211), several of the Scoop features (page 19) and an Extra Bite piece about the top tacos in town (page 232).
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Jessica Llanes reviewed a friendly eatery with a snobby name this month for our Dish section (page 226). New to the TCU area, Pizza Snob quick fires its pies in an electric pizza oven straight from Italy. All sauces are made from scratch, ingredients are fresh and the staff seems happy to be there.
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Jocelyn Tatum went above and beyond this month with a feature about nine local survivors (page 57). After hours upon hours of in-person interviews, making each survivor comfortable enough to relive his or her story, she eloquently captured the inspirational testimonies of a Special Ops soldier who has survived 15 tours overseas; a mother-daughter duo that survived a Cambodian working camp; the first man shot who survived the Wedgewood Baptist Church shooting; a motorcycle accident survivor who lost her boyfriend when crashed into by a drunk driver; a Fort Worth rabbi who barely escaped Lomazy, Poland, just before the town was completely wiped out by Nazis; a Boston Marathon survivor; a military veteran who survived a car crash after exiting the base, leaving him with quadriplegic spinal injuries; and a sextrafficking victim.
Dream Home
Virtual Tour
Our 2015 Dream Home is our cover story this month. Touring of the Dream Home begins on Sept. 26, but you can take a virtual tour anytime you’d like by visiting fwtx. com. We will have the virtual tour on our website where you can easily visit each room with just the click of your mouse.
Party Pics
If you attended an event recently sponsored by Fort Worth, Texas magazine and we took your snapshot, you can find it even if it didn’t make it in the magazine. Go to fwtx.com and click on Party Pics at the top.
TREY’S CHOWING DOWN
Trey Chapman is no stranger to good food. He visits Montgomery Street Café, a home cooking institution in Fort Worth for more than 60 years. For his review, visit fwtx.com
Giveaway Central
Be sure to regularly check our website for fun giveaways to local restaurants, retailers and spas. Follow us on Facebook for updates about our routine giveaways.
Setting the Social Scene
Our online Social Datebook is the definitive overview of the Fort Worth charity scene. If you have an event that you would like listed and fits the criteria, please send details to Diane Ayres, associate publisher, at dstow@fwtexas.com. An event must draw more than 30,000 people or have at least 140 paid guests and benefit a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Bountiful Blogs
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 Dogs
Cooking columnist Nancy Farrar shares some fun game-day recipes. The classic hot dog gets a major boost, which should make for some happy sports fans.
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K2 by the Numbers
K2 aka Spice, K4 or Kush, a synthetic marijuana made from herbs, spices and plant material often coated with a synthetic THC compound.
330 percent increase in K2-related exposures reported nationwide between Jan. 1 to April 22, 2015 from the same time period last year.
1,900 exposures reported to CDC from Jan. 1 to April 22, 2015
5,639 K2 exposure reported calls to poison control centers nationwide as of Aug. 2015.
35.3 percent of calls reported tachycardia.
29 percent of calls reported drowsiness or lethargy.
26.3 percent of calls reported vomiting.
16.4 percent of calls reported confusion.
477 cases of K2 exposure reported to Texas Poison Centers as of Aug. 2015.
new laws enforced to expand the Texas Controlled Substances Act and ban more chemicals used to make K2, as of Sept. 1.
1,000 possible chemical compounds of synthetic marijuana banned in 2015.
2,668 K2 exposure reported calls to poison centers nationwide in 2013.
3,680 K2 exposure reported calls to poison centers nationwide in 2014.
464 Cases of K2 exposure reported to Texas Poison Centers as of 2013.
782 Cases of K2 exposure reported to Texas Poison Centers as of 2014.
3 grams of K2 sell between $30 and $40.
50 percent less chance of K2 use among kids who learn about the risks of the drug from a parent.
2004 spice/K2, synthetic marijuana launched in the UK.
2009 first harmful effects of K2 reported in US.
2011 laws implement to ban limited chemicals in K2.
2012 synthetic marijuana became the second-most abused drug in U.S. high schools, according to the NIDA.
2013 the Drug Enforcement Agency formally banned Synthetic Marijuana, naming it as a Class I drug.
1-800-222-1222 poison control hotline number. Call to learn more of reported abuse of synthetic marijuana. Brianna Kessler
Batman’s New Friends
Six Flags Over Texas plans to add three new rides in Gotham City near the Batman and Mr. Freeze roller coasters to create “the ultimate battle of Batman versus the Rogue’s Gallery of Super-Villains” experience.
The 214-acre theme park in Arlington has plenty of room for this exciting expansion and will be just one of the 18 Six Flags parks in North America featuring new rides and attractions in 2016.
Six Flags Over Texas President Steve Martindale said the three new rides will allow the park to accommodate an additional 1,000 riders per hour.
“We’re not taking anything out,” he said. “As a matter of fact, we’ve had a huge effort this year and will continue next year to increase our capacity and decrease ride [wait] time,” he said.
Six Flags, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC Entertainment, anticipate the opening of:
1. The Riddler Revenge “will send guests on a dizzying journey by swinging them back and forth while rotating counterclockwise. The ride will propel 40 riders at speeds of nearly 70 miles per hour higher and higher until they experience a feeling of weightlessness at 147 feet in the air,” according to a news release.
2. Catwoman Whip, “48 riders, sitting in rows of two, will spin and tilt in a circular motion, building up speed as the ride whips around, mimicking its namesake,” according to a news release.
3. Harley Quinn Spinsanity “will have riders spinning, twisting and swirling around and around in a thrilling and classic ride experience for the entire family,” according to a news release.
As of now, it is unknown how much the construction will cost. However, in the past, Six Flags has set aside 9 percent of the park’s annual revenue to accommodate for the next season’s new rides and attractions.
“We are excited to offer our guests these premium attractions, thanks to our partnership with the popular DC Comics brand,” said Martindale. “These rides are an excellent addition to our already impressive line-up, and the expansion of Gotham City will offer a uniquely villainous experience.”
–Brianna Kessler
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AF+B Closes
AF+B, located in the heart of Fort Worth’s flourishing West 7th district, closed its doors to the public, Sept. 3.
The American comfort food restaurant is one of five concepts managed by Raised Palate Restaurants Company.
The 6,000-square-foot restaurant joined its sister company, Fireside Pies, on Crockett Street in January 2014 and received raving reviews on Yelp. Apparently, it was never in touch with the market.
Raised Palate reported "plans to open two restaurants in the Dallas Design District," which is said to be a better location for AF+B than the West 7th location.
As of now, it is unknown what will occupy the space next. —Brianna Kessler
In eFForts to reACh the growIng numBer oF FAmIlIes And ChIldren resIdIng In the “FAr north” neIghBorhoods oF Fort worth, the city council voted to buy a $1.5 million property, located at 4264 Golden Triangle Blvd., to open a new library.
“Far north” Fort Worth makes up one-fifth of the city’s population with a total of 122,000 residents and is home to the highest number of families with children in the city.
The new library, which was approved by voters in a 2014 bond program, was originally ratified 16 months ago and is finally moving forward.
The new library and expansion of city services in that area have become important issues in Fort Worth due to the city’s successful growth toward Alliance Airport.
"Far north Fort Worth is the fastest-growing part of the city. They deserve their fair share of city resources and city services," District 2 City Councilman Sal Espino
said, listing a municipal courthouse or sub-City Hall as the top priorities, along with a new library and community center.
The new library will end the 25-minute drive to the downtown library and will offer a Municipal Court kiosk that allows access to videoconferences, fines and fees, alleviating some stress for far north Fort Worth residents.
Every family deserves the opportunity to check out a good book and have access to a public library’s services.
Construction of the property, near North Beach Street, will begin in 2016 and is anticipated to be completed by 2018.
—Brianna Kessler
new superintendent selected
| by brianna Kessler |
Dr. Kent PareDes scribner has officially been hired as Fort Worth Independent School District’s new permanent superintendent.
Scribner, currently superintendent in the largest high school district in Arizona, will start this new position on Oct. 15, 2015. Anticipating the start of
his new role, Scribner is spending his time learning about the community.
“Dr. Kent Scribner is a proven leader who is nationally respected — and, quite simply, he is the right fit for Fort Worth. He will take our students to the next level. And, he will address the achievement gap,” said Board President
Jacinto Ramos, Jr. “I am proud of the work that the ‘Team of Nine’ trustees did in selecting Dr. Scribner, and I look forward to us being a ‘Team of Ten’ as we go into the future.”
Since 2008 Scribner has held been superintendent of the Phoenix Union High School District, which serves more than 27,000 students in grades 9 through 12. He has also been commissioner for the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics since 2011.
“Although leaving Phoenix will be difficult, I am eager to serve the students and community of Fort Worth. Leading Fort Worth ISD is a tremendous opportunity for me both personally and professionally,” said Scribner. “My parents, sister and her family live in the North Texas area. I am convinced that Fort Worth ISD is poised for great success. The District’s impressive Board of Trustees, talented staff and engaged business community are among the ingredients required to build a prosperous school-community.”
Scribner was unanimously voted as the only finalist on Aug. 11 pending the state-mandated 21-day waiting period, which expired Sept. 1.
Dr. Patricia A. Linares, interim FWISD superintendent since June 2014, expressed that she had no interest in applying for the position at all.
“We wish to thank Dr. Pat Linares for her amazing stewardship of the District. By the generous gift of her leadership and expertise, she gave us the time to find the right person to become the next permanent superintendent of the Fort Worth ISD,” Ramos said.
Carillon Dream
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You are invited to tour Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Dream Home located in the prestigious Carillon neighborhood of Southlake.
Your definitive guide to living well
fwliving
Colonel Platoff on His Charger by Kehinde Wiley can be seen on display at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth through Jan. 10. To read more about this engaging exhibit, turn to page 32.
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come to rest
Cemetery destinations that combine natural beauty, ornate tombstones or crypts and vivid history
| by Kyle Whitecotton |
Cemeteries can be unnerving, if not utterly frightening, settings to visit. Perhaps a rich imagination influenced by horror movies and ghost story clichés flavored with a dose of trepidation for what lies beyond have formed, for some, enough cause to altogether avoid these fields of headstones. But for many, cemeteries are far more inviting and deeply intriguing places. In a temporal world of fleeting seconds and demanding hours, cemeteries are peaceful sites where time rests and haste has no influence. This, along with a deep interest in history and a curiosity for those who’ve gone before us, draws thousands of visitors each year to stroll the winding paths of historic cemeteries and appreciate such exceptional atmospheres.
In 1831 the Massachusetts Horticulture Society understood such feelings when they created Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge. Today this lush garden cemetery is nothing short of a horticulture masterpiece rivaling the nation’s best botanic gardens. In winter more than 80 types of conifers brave the snowy months while springtime slowly turns a kaleidoscope of daffodils, forsythias, magnolias and flowering dogwoods. Summer-blooming trees crowd the gravestones and memorials around Willow Pond while the butterfly garden bursts to life and gestures toward
fall’s colorful canopy of shade trees.
Founded in 1789 and just blocks from the French Quarter, New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 is a far different cemetery experience. This labyrinth of elaborate wall vaults, above-ground tombs and elaborate sculptures tells the tales of rich New Orleans history, culture and folklore. A walk through what is known here as the “city of the dead” is like a walk through some ancient stone town. The most famous resident resides in the tomb of the infamous Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau who, according to legend, will grant wishes in exchange for rituals and offerings.
The haunting beauty of Bonaventure Cemetery is a must-see for anyone visiting Savannah, Ga. It’s a peculiar scene made up of ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss where a host of statues seem to wander all on their own through acres of ornate headstones. Bonaventure is a Southern Gothic-style setting best experienced in the cool of the evening or better yet the murky darkness of an after-hours tour. But follow the lead of a local guide, for while the cemetery’s sites are some of the most beautiful in existence, it’s the wealth of southern storytelling that truly brings this place to life.
Whether it’s a metropolitan oasis backdropped by a Manhattan skyline like the emerald lawns and serene ponds of Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, a field of commemoration and honor like the unbroken pastures of uniform white stones overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, or a slice of storied ground where imaginations soar along the legendary walkways of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Tarrytown, New York, historic cemeteries are extraordinarily captivating landscapes worthy of a visit. So make the time to wander the walkways and headstones of these sacred places and discover for yourself the serenity that will find you.
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What Is a Hero?
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s upcoming exhibition Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic opens its doors to the public on Sept. 20 and showcases vibrant, urban paintings that bring to light issues such as race, gender and how the world defines a hero.
| by Nicole Crites |
“We are really exCIted to preseNt tHIs Work IN Fort WortH, aNd We kNoW tHat tHe Work Is rICH, Not oNly vIsually, but also CoNCeptually,” said the museum’s art curator, Andrea Karnes. “Anyone can look at it and take away so much to think about.”
The exhibition highlights approximately 60 works created during artist Kehinde Wiley’s prolific 14-year career. Wiley’s early paintings were inspired by his observations of street life of Harlem, but he eventually marked his signature style of replac-
ing historical figures and aristocrats portraiture, consisting of primarily white men, with urban, African American youth set against ornate, intricate backgrounds.
Karnes organized a small-scale exhibition of his work in 2008, and although it featured merely three paintings, she said the showcase was wildly popular, especially among youth.
“We really noticed that it engaged a lot of young people who either saw aspects of themselves in the work or had just not seen anything like that before in a museum,” said Karnes. “So we knew that we would revisit Kehinde someday for some other, larger exhibition.”
The Brooklyn Museum organized Wiley’s exhibition, and when they approached the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth about doing the show, Karnes said they had to jump on it, especially since this will be the exhibit’s first time to be shown in Texas.
A New Republic will also showcase works from Wiley’s ongoing project World Stage, in which he travels to highly populated countries such as China, India and Brazil to paint portraits of people representative of what the world’s youth of today looks like.
Karnes said she expects the exhibit will be very popular once again and emphasized the various issues raised by Wiley’s signature replacement of original saints, military leaders and aristocrats.
“Kehinde calls attention to the fact that the world has opened up and changed and that heroes come in many shades, many genders, many different ways we can look at what we call a ‘hero’ today,” she said. “And so I think he is, on the one hand, acknowledging the lack of African American heroes depicted in art, but also giving us another way to think about what a hero is.”
Before it officially opens, Kehinde Wiley will be speaking at the museum on Sept. 15 as a part of its Tuesday lecture nights. Lectures are also open to the public but require tickets due to limited seating. As someone who has heard the artist speak before, Karnes said she highly recommends attending.
“He’s really entertaining and highly articulate,” she said. “People should take advantage of it while he is here and we get it for free.”
The exhibition will end on Jan. 10, making Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic available to the public for nearly four months.
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Green Fifteen
Green River Ordinance releases new anniversary album.
| by Gail Bennison |
Adecade and a halF has passed since Five aspirin G musicians, with an averaGe aGe oF 15, Formed a Band in a GaraGe in their hometown oF Fort worth. They named it Green River Ordinance (GRO) after the Texas state law forbidding door-to-door sales. On this 15th anniversary, to mark the years that have passed from those humble beginnings, GRO will release a new full-length album aptly titled Fifteen The album debuts in January 2016. Pre-order on iTunes, with four songs, comes out Sept. 25.
“What’s neat about this album in particular is it signifies 15 years of our history growing up together and also learning how to play music together,” says Jamey Ice, who plays guitar, banjo and mandolin. People in Fort Worth also know Ice as the co-owner of the eclectic gastropub/coffeehouse Brewed, which is located in the Fairmount District on Magnolia Avenue.
“There was a lot of comradery and a lot of fun making this album,” Ice says. “At this point in our career, it’s not like we have a lot to prove. We have the fans, and we have an established brand and company; we’re in a very good place and there’s freedom in that. So, we made something that’s fun. That was the attitude.”
Fifteen matches melodies and insightful lyrics with GRO’s familiar harmonies. Intimate numbers such as “Simple Life,” “Endlessly” and “Heart Open” and upbeat tunes such as “Always Love Her,” “Keep Your Cool” and “Red Fire Night” give balance of electric and acoustical experiences.
“If we could describe ourselves, I would want it to be ‘An American Band that captures Southern rock, country, but not super country, and Texicana. It’s also rock and
roll,’ ” Ice says.
Every song is written as a collaborative effort, with no outside songs.
“We’ve played together for 15 years, but we’ve never recorded on the same time,” Ice says. “Generally, when we record, we go in and record drums, then bass, then guitar. With this, we wanted it to be intentional and capture that energy in live sound with our vibe.”
The band cut tracks for Fifteen in separate sessions with three notable producers — Paul Moak, Rick Beato and longtime GRO collaborator Jordan Critz — in three different cities. “We recorded to tape, which is kind of old school,” Ice says. “We went back to the basics. That’s what music is supposed to be. Take away the machines and just go back to five guys who grew up in a garage playing together, and laying it down to tape. You have imperfections and bleed-over from playing at the same time, and that is where the magic is. The challenge is that it’s a lot harder to do. You know, you listen to the [Rolling] Stones, and it’s imperfect but perfect.”
Many of the songs were written in Tennessee on the Caney Fork River. “They were written from a very fun place; whereas before, we went to a rehearsal studio with no windows where we were cooped up inside. There’s something that comes out in music when you’re out in God’s country in a beautiful, inspiring place,” Ice says.
GRO recorded its first album in a church basement and was soon opening for Bon Jovi in Houston and playing gigs every weekend. In early 2009, in a mainstream breakthrough, the band released its first major label debut. Out of My Hands and the hit singles “Come On” and “On Your Own” earned GRO coveted spots on tours. The album garnered media attention by reaching the Top 10 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart, and the songs appearing in more than 20 television shows.
After spending two years on the road supporting Out of My Hands, the band
HOMETOWN HEROES
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Warren Prescott parked cars all through college and began Rent A Frog Valet after graduating from TCU in 1996. This successful entrepreneur has a list of churches, clubs, museums, entertainment venues, restaurants, and TCU events as clients.
Donating his valet services to many nonprofits every year, it’s his volunteerism that makes him a Hometown Hero.
“RAF provides valet parking all over Texas for special events. A lot of our business is for nonprofits who are having events in efforts to raise money, and they need valet,” Warren said. Not only donating valet parking for nonprofits, he serves as a board member of Historic Camp Bowie and a member of the Jewel Charity Ball and Cook Children’s Seventh Avenue. A founding member of the Panther Club for the Boys & Girls Club of Fort Worth, Prescott has served as a board member for the Boys & Girls Club, Lena Pope Home and James L. West Center.
Warren says he’s proud to live in Fort Worth with his wife Courtney, a third grade teacher at Trinity Valley School, and their children, Tinsley and Hunter.
“I find it rewarding having my children understand how important it is to be helpful in your community. My children inspire me. My daughter is involved in Ladies on the Lamb, and both my kids volunteer at Cook Children’s Hospital. That is inspiring and encouraging to me,” Warren said.
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grew uncomfortable with the contradictions of a changing music industry and the compromises required by an outdated business model. They walked away from a deal with Capital Records and moved forward on their own terms.
In the early years, GRO music was generally described as organic, or a grass-roots band, says bassist Geoff Ice. “We didn’t really understand what that meant at the time. But,
the meaning has become clear to us in the last few years,” he says. “We’ve realized that it’s one of our biggest strengths as a band.”
GRO self-released 2012 album Under Fire and the 2013 EP Chasing Down the Wind. Both were well-received by fans, with Chasing Down the Wind debuting at the top of the iTunes charts. The Under Fire track Dancing Shoes became a big radio hit and one of the most significant songs of the band’s career.
Josh Jenkins (lead vocals, acoustic guitar) says the songs in the band’s history that connected with the fans were the ones not overanalyzed. The challenge in making the new album was focusing on writing about things that matter to them, without overthinking it, he says. “All you can do is try and remain present in the songs and stay in touch with the things that inspire you and move you, and have faith that it will connect with people. Fifteen is a new chapter for us, and we’re gonna be out playing as many shows as we can.”
“I’m a big believer that if you’re doing it right, your next songs always beat your best songs,” says Jamey Ice. “You’re continuing to grow as a writer and as a musician and a band. I feel like this album is some of our best stuff.”
For more information, including tour dates, visit greenriverordinance.com.
high tea at the ashton
| By gail Bennison | Photos by Megan Parks |
As millions of devoted fans anticipate the sixth and final season of television’s classic British period drama, Downton Abbey,
thoughts may turn to afternoon tea. At Downton Abbey castle, Lord and Lady Grantham enjoy their elegant tea service upstairs; Mr. Carson and the servant staff, downstairs. The English established tea as part of their culture beginning in 1840 by selecting the proper time of day, as well as types of tea and delicious food to accompany it. Whatever one’s station in life, tea has been a comfort drink for generations.
At The Ashton Hotel, “the jewel on Main Street, a historical gem” located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, the Afternoon Tea has been a cherished tradition since the inception and opening of the hotel. And, like Downton Abbey, The Ashton has a rich history. The charming 39-room boutique hotel is a marriage of two historic buildings. The six-story building, originally The Fort Worth Club, was built in 1915. It is the only Fort Worth building of Italianate style, which includes cast stone and wrought-iron
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balconies. The two-story Winfree Building was built in 1890 as a law office, later to be occupied by The White Elephant Saloon from 1896 to 1907. The two buildings were attached in 1937.
The Ashton is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The Tea Room is quaint and intimate with a soothing and relaxing ambiance. Each party has their own reserved table with light classical music playing in the background. Tables are appointed with linen tablecloths and napkins, and each guest is served with fine bone china from England throughout each of the four courses.
The menu selections are nothing short of decadent, beginning with a flute of fine champagne. Depending on the season, the first course might feature butternut squash bisque with crushed pistachio or roasted chestnut soup with sweet potato ribbons. Second- course choices include chicken salad with berry conserve or smoked salmon and capered mascarpone to name only two. Buttermilk and cranberry scones and Executive Chef Toby Tindall’s selection of holiday confections are choices from many offerings in the third and fourth courses. Favored treats include freshly baked scones and raspberry and chocolate ganache stuffed shortbread cookies.
Selection of teas include Orange Blossom Oolong, Cherry Sencha, White Pomegranate, Sweet Texas Dreams, Earl Grey Choice, and the two most requested teas on the menu, Coconut Assam and Vanilla Rose.
The younger guests can enjoy Teddy Bear Tea at The Ashton.
Afternoon Tea is offered on Saturdays from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM and costs $36 per person. This includes complimentary valet parking ($15 value), and 20 percent gratuity will be added for parties of six or more. Reservations are required one day in advance.
Seating times for Teddy Bear Tea at The Ashton are Saturday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for children under 12, and costs $18 per child. Reservations are required one day in advance.
Bon Appetit!
610 Main Street, Fort Worth. Phone: 817.332.0100. Email: cbernard@theashtonhotel. com
Bilingual Barber
This October the Fort Worth Opera will present its first-ever, bilingual family-friendly production, The Barber of Seville in Texas, as part of its community engagement initiative.
| By Brianna Kessler |
HE BARBER OF SEVILLE
TTEXAS is a fun and comical lish/Spanish spin on Rossini’s production, The Barber of Seville, is perfect for children and adults ages.
It’s a classic love-at-first-sight tale with an untraditional twist. Two lovers, Rosina, who only speaks Spanish, and Almaviva, who only speaks English, desperately try to advance their love for one another despite the language barriers and predetermined marriage intentions entangled in their love. With the help of a witty bilingual barber, the couple ties up loose ends and ultimately learns that even true love requires some translation.
Fort Worth Opera’s coalition with Imagination Fort Worth and Fort Worth ISD in this production has also allowed the opera to present two private performances of the production to FWISD students. This is an amazing opportunity for Fort Worth Opera to further its goals of expanding the love of music and theater to new younger audiences.
The Barber of Seville in Texas was selected by Fort Worth Opera for the 2015-2016 season to draw new interest in the opera from families living in Fort Worth’s diverse community. The sounds and themes in this opera have been updated to fit a 21st-century audience, which allows families to experience and enjoy opera together.
“Fort Worth Opera believes this 45-minute contemporary piece will serve to bridge both the age and cultural gap in the current audience of opera attendees,” according to FW Opera
“Many of the attending students will have their first opportunity to experience and perhaps fall in love with opera. Additionally, this piece weaves important local history into a classic history, celebrating the roots of our Hispanic population and making the story relevant to the students. Our partnership program offers a fabulous integration between operatic arts and social studies,” according to Imagination Fort Worth Executive Director Lauri Bevan. For more information about the Barber of Seville in Texas, visit fwopera.org.
Wildcatters Telling Stories
| by Gail Bennison |
On Oct. 28, Wildcatters hosts A Conversation and Reading, featuring a debut novel from North Texas author Sanderia Faye. Faye will read from The Mourner’s Bench at The Live Oak Music Hall in Fort Worth at 7 p.m. After the reading, Tammy Gomez will lead a discussion with Sanderia, followed by a book-signing. An award-winning poet and playwright, Gomez has over 20 years’ experience producing, directing, and hosting literary performance events.
The Mourner’s Bench takes place in Maeby, Ark., in 1964. Eight-year-old Sarah Jones feels it is time to take responsibility for her own sins. When a revival comes to The First Baptist Church, Sarah plans to take her place on the mourner’s bench and prepare to give her testimony. The novel is a story of a young girl coming to terms with religion, racism, and feminism while navigating early adolescence.
Faye says the novel emerged from an in-class writing prompt: Write a story you’ve heard before, but you are not sure if it is true or false.
“After I read what I had scribbled on the pages to the class, we spent the remainder of the class discussing the civil rights movement and the role young people played in it,” Faye says. She started researching Arkansas’ role in the civil rights movement.
Among several real historical figures depicted in Mourner’s Bench are Daisy Bates, a civil rights activist who led the “Little Rock Nine” in the integration of Little Rock Central High School; John Walker, a civil rights lawyer; and Carrie Dilworth, who was an officer for the racial egalitarian Southern Tenant Farmers’ Union in the 1930s.
Sanderia Faye is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Texas, Dallas.
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Editor’s Picks
Skincare products that deserve the most face time.
| by Jennifer Casseday-Blair |
Editors are inundated with beauty product samples, and it is our responsibility to share with readers which ones should be at the top of the list. After testing many of the items sent to us, here are the best skincare products for keeping your skin hydrated and radiant all winter long.
EAU THERMALE AVENE, XERACALM A.D LIPID-REPLENISHING CLEANSING OIL, $30 XeraCalm can be used daily to protect skin from the drying effects of water by sealing in moisture. It contains a high concentration of Avene Thermal Spring Water, which ensures soothing, softening and calming benefits. XeraCalm is also paraben and soap free.
RENE FURTERER PARIS, 5 SENS ENHANCING OIL, $47 This little dry oil from Rene Furterer is magic in a bottle. Blending five plantbased oils (sweet almond, avocado, castor, jojoba and Safflower oil), the 5 Sens Enhancing Oil is non-greasy and can be applied to the skin and hair. Its delicate floral and amber perfume leaves a sweet scent after application.
LIFT LAB SKIN REGENERATION, LIFT + FIX, $110 Perfect for offering instant relief from irritation caused by environmental factors such as extreme temperatures, Lift + Fix is a concentrated restoring serum that also addresses the premature signs of aging. Massaging one or two pumps onto the face reinforces the skin’s protective barrier and leaves skin feeling brand new.
ESTEE LAUDER, ADVANCED NIGHT REPAIR, $92 Advanced Night Repair is most effective when applied before moisturizing every evening. After a few weeks of regular use, fine lines were reduced. Skin really was left feeling smoother and more hydrated without leaving an oil residue.
OMOROVICZA, BLUE DIAMOND EYE CARE, $230 This stuff really works. In addition to getting rid of dark circles, puffiness and fine lines, it counteracts sagging upper eyelids. Omorovicza’s latest offering in its skincare line,
the Blue Diamond Collection, combines a trio of innovative ingredients with Omorovicza’s exclusive Hydro Mineral Transference™ delivery system to restore the energy of skin cells and supercharge the skin’s ability to renew and de-age.
OMOROVICZA, THERMAL CLEANSING BALM, $110 The Thermal Cleansing Balm was by far the group favorite. Perfect for the winter months when skin is left feeling dehydrated, this cleansing balm removes all make-up
(including waterproof mascara) and impurities without stripping the skin. Calcium- and Magnesium-rich Hungarian Moor mud purifies, and sweet almond oil nourishes.
OMOROVICZA, COMPLEXION PERFECTOR, $135 Self-described as the “Swiss army knife of beauty,” Omorovicza’s complexion perfector makes it possible to wake up, wash your face, apply a small amount and go. This BB cream leaves skin looking flawless, sheer and even. It’s a moisturizer, foundation, sunscreen, concealer and anti-aging cream all in one.
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Recipes and entertaining ideas that make friends and family prefer dining in to going out
Top Dogs
Game-Day Snacks
| by nancy Farrar, Chef Impersonator | photography by alex Lepe |
As I started wrItIng thIs, I realized that hot dogs have actually been a pretty big part of my life. My very first job at the ripe age of 14 was selling hot dogs with my sister at the Syracuse University basketball games. I have very fond memories of our family pilgrimages to Heid's of Liverpool, where the franks and coneys are pretty darn famous. (Heidshotdogs.com)
Heid's opened in 1917 and is one of the oldest known driveins anywhere. They serve only grilled Hofmann franks and a local specialty called a coney, which in Upstate New York is a white-hot made from pork and not something you order at Sonic.
All of Heid’s franks and coneys are served on split-top buns and should always be ordered with a Byrne Dairy chocolate milk in the little Tetra Pak carton. I'm not sure if you can buy these coney's anywhere but in Upstate New York, so if you ever get up there, be sure to check it out.
According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, "Mustard remains Americans’ favorite hot dog topping, but ketchup shows surprising popularity." So in an attempt to break away from the old mustard or ketchup routine, I'm sharing six delicious, easy-to-make hot dogs that will please any game-day palate.
Red Raider Baconator Dog
This one is worth the time. Slit the hot dog lengthwise but not all the way through. Stuff with a long, thin slice of Manchego, or your favorite cheese. Wrap with a strip of bacon and broil until crispy. Top with lettuce and chipotle mayo. Go Raiders!
Mean Green Queso Dog
Grill your hot dogs until you have nice grill marks. Place into warmed bun and top with melted Cheese Whiz or Velveeta Queso Blanco, and diced yellow, green, orange and red bell pepper. A party favorite that even a college student can make. Do You Believe in the Mean Green?
Horned Frog Taco Dog
Grill your dogs. Top with warm refried beans (or black beans), cheddar cheese and sliced pickled jalapeños. Broil until cheese is melted. Riff Ram Bah Zoo!
Longhorn Foot Long
This one needs an extra long, sweet cushy bun like the King's Hawaiian hot dog bun. Grill your dogs and butter and grill your buns. Top with diced raw onion, bacon bits, cooked corn and cotija cheese. Hook 'em Horns!
Sooner Chili Frito Pie Dog
Orangemen Onion Dog
This one's for my alma mater. I grew up eating and loving French Onion Dip. Grill your dogs. Top with French Onion dip, potato chips and chopped chives. Love you, Dad!
This one's for Michael and Thomas (my sons). Grill your dogs and top with your favorite chili, diced onion, cheddar cheese, Fritos and sour cream. Boomer!
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Perfect for travel and active lifestyles; it’s practical, it’s portable, and it doesn’t need refrigeration
Works with antibiotics and offers more complete protection over some bacterial probiotics†2
Made with all natural ingredients that are vegetarian and gluten-free
Supports a healthy immune system †3;70% of your immune system is located in your digestive tract
Five Fierce Fall Must-Haves
| by Holland Sanders |
Make your mark on fashion this fall with this lineup of bold statement pieces and dramatic silhouettes. The hottest trends are taking your classic favorites and turning up the volume. From oversized jewels to flowing capes adorning your look, fashion has never looked so fierce.
1. Fabulous Felt A nod to the age when women’s hats were all the rage, these wide-brimmed beauties are a staple for any woman looking to add a little mystery to her wardrobe.
5. Monochrome Mode Chic and sleek, monochromatic styling is having a major moment in fashion. Mix and match every shade from neutrals to neons for an artfully crafted ensemble that is never one dimensional.
2. Beguiling Brooches Add an element of elegance to any look with this season’s most exquisite embellishment.
4. Cape Crusader Enhance your flare for drama this season with a walk on the valiant side. Flirty and fun, this outwear trend is taking style to new, brave heights.
3. Sheer Perfection Sultry sophistication abounds in fall’s most feminine fashion statement. Create intriguing illusions through sheer layered fabrics.
NiNe Lives:
| by Jocelyn Tatum | photography by Alex Lepe | amazing stories of survival
These are The lives of nine people who live in forT worTh righT under your nose. They are survivors who wenT Through Their own hell and back. They aren’T merely surviving — They are Thriving.
Mol Rith and Rattan Mao’s Story In 1975 the Communist Party of Kampuchea terrified Cambodians, and Fort Worth refugee Mol Rith remembers. She was 28 years old when living under Pol Pot’s regime, known as the Cambodian Holocaust and remembered as one of the bloodiest eras in history. Approximately 2 million lives were lost to landmines, political persecutions or starvation and illness in the working camps.
Mol and her late husband, Chhay Mao, barely survived, but her four oldest children died of illness and hunger in the working camps where she lived in unimaginable fear. She said there were no doctors in those tight living quarters, so if one of her babies got sick, she couldn’t provide any medicine to keep them alive. Try not to ask her to remember ev-
erything because she can’t. A severe case of post-traumatic stress disorder blocks most memories of starvation, tripping over bodies in the fields at night while dodging bullets from the Khmer Rouge. She endured all of this while carrying her youngest child at the time, Rattana Mao. Mol said they spent all day working on the farms with no pay. The community would come home and cook a large pot of a porridge-like substance that consisted of rice, fish and water. They each received a tiny cup and always went to bed hungry. They only got to eat twice a day.
One morning soldiers took her and her neighbor’s husbands away. Her neighbor’s husband never returned — he was executed. When the soldiers arrived several days later and left with her husband, she mourned his death. To say Mol was relieved when her husband came home hours later, alive, is an understatement. Pol Pot used this kind of fear to control Cambodians like the Maos.
Her husband decided it was better to escape than to die in the working camps. Pregnant, she held on tightly to her 1-year-old baby, Rattana, and ran at night since there was nowhere to hide in the open fields during the day. It took
them two long days of running in the oppressive heat and starving to arrive at the U.N. refugee camp in Thailand. Pol Pot had planted landmines all over the fields to kill those who tried to escape. Mol remembers seeing the bodies of those less fortunate than her family.
Her daughters, Tina and Rattana, sobbed as they heard their mother tell her story for the first time in her home last month. They never knew their father went missing for hours as their mother sat in fear shaking. Things started to make sense, like when Rattana was in college, her parents went back to Cambodia for the first time since they fled in 1979. Mol inevitably had to relive parts of her past, which caused her to fall into despair all over again.
When she returned to her home in Fort Worth, she didn’t remember her daughter, Tina. She asked her what she was doing in her house. The doctor prescribed an MRI but couldn’t find anything wrong. Finally, they ruled it was a severe case of PTSD. Her mind was shutting down to protect herself. She started taking medicine and is back to her old self now and off the medicine.
Although Rattana and Mol lived in poverty in Fort Worth, they were happy
Mol Rith and Rattan Mao
Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s
Rabbi Sidney Zimelman
to be free and safe. They have had access to medical care, food, shelter and each other. That is all that matters. But the first Fourth of July Mol heard fireworks going off, she thought they were bombs and landmines. She grabbed all of her children and hid in a room in their house for hours, shaking. It was a long time before she learned they were simply fireworks, celebrating the freedom she now enjoys.
All of Mol’s children are now grown. She is deeply saddened her husband lost his battle with cancer three years ago but enjoys the intimate time with her family. She watches all of her grandchildren daily, and Rattana has also become a successful member and leader of the Fort Worth community, giving back to the city that took her family in when she was a child.
“Now I have everything. I have God now, and he has me,” Mol said.
Rabbi Sidney Zimelman’s Story Aug. 18, 1942, was a strange and quiet night in Lomazy, Poland. Days before rumor floated in the warm summer breeze that German soldiers may march in and carry out Hitler’s threats of wiping out the Jewish population. Nobody believed such horror stories, so the Jewish community of 1,600 people stayed. After all, who would do such a thing? How was that legal?
A reporter (name unknown) from the local Polish paper in Lomazy gave all of his belongings to a local farmer so he could dig an 8 by 10-foot rectangular hole in the ground to hide from the Nazis.
“Money is not worth anything to someone being hunted by the Germans,” Rabbi Sid Zimelman, Lomazy-native and Fort Worth resident, said.
Nobody believed what would happen next. The reporter stayed in his hole and wrote a first-hand account in Yiddish, which Sid translated to me from a firstedition publication.
The entire town was slumbering. Suddenly, a whole convoy of trucks
carrying fully armed soldiers and police barreled down the road from the larger town nearby. Drunken Germans piled into Lomazy from taverns in the nearest town. Then the little town was surrounded by these cars full of Nazis. They drove everyone out of their homes in the middle of the night. They gathered all of the Jewish people and lead them to one of the four pits they dug outside of town. Every single person was massacred that night while the drunken police yelled horrifying threats.
The reporter lost his wife and child that night.
Rabbi Zimelman was living there as
a 5-year-old boy just months before. The United States was not allowing any European Jews to immigrate, but Britishruled Canada would allow a certain number in for the price of $5,000 each. Zimelman’s uncles raised the money for him, his parents and two brothers to escape.
The Zimelman family was on the last ship (U.S.S. Sotory) to leave Poland before the Nazi’s wiped out his entire village. All of his aunts and cousins who stayed behind were killed. He remembers having to sleep on deck until huge storms made them seek shelter below. He was so seasick. He remembers waves
Jeff Laster
“There are a lot of times in your life that God tells you to do something, and it is up to you to do it, and you have to accept what he tells you. Clear as anything in my life, God said, ‘You’re not going to die.’ He didn’t say what was going to happen next."
warm Wednesday evening in September 1999, just months after the Columbine shooting in Colorado. Jeff met the man at the door to tell him he couldn’t smoke inside the building. In what felt like slow motion, Jeff watched the mysterious man pull a 9 mm pistol out of his coat two feet away from him and squeeze the trigger. He shot Jeff in the abdomen and left arm. The gunman turned around and shot Jeff’s best friend.
repaired all of Jeff’s organs decided it was too risky to remove the bullet, so Jeff still lives with it in his back. He doesn’t mind; he’s happy to be alive. He still works at the church where he almost died 16 years earlier.
from the North Sea crashing on board, and he would slip in the cold water. He now blocks bad things out in life. He has a delayed response to danger. His goal has always been to focus on the good and stay on track.
Zimelman became a rabbi and now heads the Congregation Ahavath Sholom in Fort Worth because of the loss of his family in Poland and the 6 million other Jews who lost their lives. He later joined the U.S. Air Force to thank the country he now calls home for giving his family refuge.
“I wanted to put my name in and repay the debt for my family,” Zimelman said.
Jeff Laster’s Story Jeff Laster remembers lying on a bench in Fort Worth’s Wedgewood Baptist Church that night. A bullet had pierced his stomach and left a hole in his shirt, but he didn’t see any blood. Surely he was fine, he thought. But he felt weak. He wiggled his toes to see if he was still alive. A warm sensation started to envelop his body starting at the crown of his head. Then a sense of weightlessness and peace took away the pain.
“You are not going to die,” Jeff heard someone or something say to him.
Minutes before, a man wearing a baggy windbreaker, reflective sunglasses and a cigarette dangling from his lips walked into the church’s south entrance. It was a
The church was full of youth and adults that night because there was a rally and choir practice. A teenage boy approached the madman filming what he thought was a dramatic skit. The gunman shot and killed him. After the news of Columbine, nobody thought something like that could happen again, especially in their hometown of Fort Worth. So people casually walked out of the church in what they thought was a distasteful joke.
Seven people died that night including Jeff’s best friend. Seven more were seriously injured — Jeff was one of them.
“The bullet went through my kidney, liver, pancreas and small intestines…the doctor said it was like a high-speed car hitting ice. It went everywhere,” Jeff said. He lost 50 percent of his blood internally. He overheard the paramedics working on him. One said they were waiting for CareFlite. Another barked back and said there is no time; he will die before they get him to the hospital. But Jeff knew this wasn’t true. He would be OK.
“There are a lot of times in your life that God tells you to do something, and it is up to you to do it, and you have to accept what he tells you. Clear as anything in my life, God said, ‘You’re not going to die.’ He didn’t say what was going to happen next — lifelong health issues, the stay in the hospital for a long time and surgery,” Jeff said.
Jeff said he doesn’t live in fear. Since his intestines were permanently damaged, he can’t eat some things, but he said that keeps him from eating junk he shouldn’t anyway. The surgeon who
Lori Gallagher’s Story Her eyes were closed, and her head rested on his back as the wind blew through her hair. It was a perfect summer evening for a motorcycle ride. Everything was just right with her boyfriend, Randy, she thought to herself as she wrapped her arms around his warm torso.
The next morning Lori Gallagher woke up confused in the hospital. All of the bones in her left arm were crushed. She had two concussions, seven fractured vertebrae and glass embedded everywhere. A drunk driver had crushed their motorcycle, killing her boyfriend immediately.
“Where is Randy?” she asked the nurses and doctors over and over.
“He didn’t make it,” they repeated.
“Well then, go get him,” she demanded.
“But he died,” the nurses and doctors said again.
It was like they were running in a loop. He was this kind of person that would have never left her alone, so she couldn’t understand why he wasn’t there. In disbelief, she kept asking where he was. When she realized he was gone, she “freaked out.” After a rough divorce and losing her oldest daughter to a brain tumor, Lori was ready for a fresh start. How could this happen again?
“I missed what was possible with him. That week we sat down and talked about getting more serious,” Lori said.
This was four years ago, and Lori is still getting her life back in pieces. Her daughter, Madison, slept at the foot of her bed every night for months after the accident. When Lori left the hospital in Austin, she was supposed to check back into the hospital in Fort Worth but never did because of her daughter. She needed to be there for her. She went back
to work as a real estate agent even before she could drive. She remained the topproducing agent at her company and has for 10 years.
“After the accident, there is the immediate ‘I have got to survive,’” Lori said.
She still has a long recovery. The metal in her once crushed arm irritates the skin around it causing painful inflammations. Lori is allergic to most pain medicine and has to manage it on her own. She lives in constant pain but said she isn’t going to give up.
For 18 months, she has been working out with a trainer and completed three 5Ks this past year. She goes to therapy regularly to cope with her anxiety but knows this isn’t forever. Patience and
improvement give her hope. She promised herself she will not let her tragedies define her.
“Yes, I am sad from the things that happened, but it won’t be my life,” Lori said.
Eve Pearson’s Story Eve Pearson never runs with her phone, especially when attempting a 26.2-mile marathon running for speed. But just before she started the Boston Marathon on April, 15, 2013 (Patriot’s Day), she decided to document the fun. After all, she had been training since 2008 to qualify.
She had not taken a vacation in four years. A friend of hers would go with her to Boston to cheer her on and tour the
city for a week afterward. They would try restaurants and go shopping.
The day of the race, Eve was in heaven and remembers the entire event vividly. She passed mile marker 21 that said, “The Heartbreak is Over,” referring to the tortuous hill the runners defeated moments before. She remembers turning the last corner and doing a cartwheel at the finish line.
People in her pictures were partying, kissing the runners, sitting on their roofs drinking beer. From the images on her camera, you could see the love Bostonians and runners had for the event. All of that was about to change.
Ten minutes after Eve joyously crossed the finish line, two bombs exploded
Lori Gallagher
about 210 yards away from each other and 12 seconds apart. Eve was now on ground zero of a terrorist attack.
“A lot happened in those last 10 minutes,” Eve said.
She remembers her calves were hurting, and so she stretched them out. She got her recovery drink, a bag of food, her finishing medal and a jacket to keep her warm. A woman was cramping on the ground, so she walked up Boylston Street back to the finish line to go get her a wheelchair. At this point, she decided to call her best friend to meet her in their hotel lobby only blocks away.
“I am sure it was seconds before the bombs went off. We were in the hotel lobby and heard the noises … but never questioning it at all. I thought it was maybe fireworks,” Eve said.
The second bomb went off where her friend was standing moments before Eve called her, and Gail still struggles with depression and fear. Eve didn’t want to celebrate her success that day either. It didn’t seem right to her. She avoided all news coverage afterward because replaying something she almost succumbed to was not productive. She asked restaurant managers in Boston to turn off the TVs
if they were playing images from the bombings.
Both now feel like they are on borrowed time, but Eve went back to run the Boston Marathon in 2014 to deal with the trauma. It wasn’t until she got to ground zero at 5 a.m. the day of the event that she realized she hadn’t fully dealt with the trauma.
“The Boston Marathon will never be the same because there is so much military and police. All the rules had changed. It was so intense and controlled,” Eve said.
Jonathan Merchant’s Story
Jonathan Merchant was just back from his first tour with the U.S. Military in Bosnia. He and his girlfriend left the base to go dancing when she lost control of the car in the rain. The car flipped. Jonathan had a faulty seatbelt and was tossed around inside the vehicle.
The 19-year-old broke his neck in three places and suffered quadriplegic spinal injuries. When he woke up in a neck brace, this 6-foot-3-inch athlete couldn’t move a single limb. After three months in the hospital’s ICU unit on a ventilator with around-the-clock care, he was moved closer to his parents in California, spending nine months at the Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital.
The doctors told him he would never work again and would forever require 24-hour care. They said he could live seven years if lucky because he was now high risk for bedsores, infection and pneumonia. That was in 1999. Nearly 17 years later, Jonathan is thriving.
“If something doesn’t go your way or isn’t perfect, just keep on going, keep trying … I don’t give up,” he said.
He told the nurses in the hospital to put a bar over his bed and created a pulley system so he could focus on building the strength back up in his arms.
“Movement is better than no movement,” Jonathan said.
Against all odds, he now drives his own car and does all of his own care. It took him nine years to learn how, but
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that was a better option than days stuck in bed, lying in his own feces and waiting for the VA home health nurses to show up. If he was going to survive, he needed to learn to do it himself.
He now works as an Advocare advisor, teaching people about health and nutrition. He works out at a gym several days a week when he’s not riding his custommade hand-cycle at 20-something mph. He became the first quadriplegic (in the world) to finish the Half Ironman triathlon. He has since completed four more triathlons.
While still strapped to a wheelchair, Jonathan horseback rides and ballroom dances, winning competitions in both. He trains as a paraplegic, which means
he has full use of his arms, but is actually quadriplegic since he doesn’t have feeling in most of his arms and fingers. He is constantly dropping things.
“I’m not naturally patient. If I drop something, I would pick it up. If I failed once, it is ok. If I failed twice, it was ok. I just have to keep doing it,” he said. “Anything is possible if you never quit, if you never give up. It may take you a long time, but you keep trying.”
Rebekah Charleston’s Story
Most people assume sex-trafficking victims come from poverty-stricken foreign countries, but Rebekah Charleston’s story begins just north of Fort Worth and isn’t unusual. The brown-eyed,
blond-haired Caucasian beauty was sex trafficked when she was 17 years old, and she’s the girl next door.
She remembers the day her life would forever be changed. Her family had just moved into a new house. The youngest of six children, she was only 5 years old when she learned her oldest brother had purposefully overdosed. It was a pivotal moment in their lives. Then there were the secrets and disillusionment.
“It became a culture of secrecy in our household. It became easier not to talk about what really happened,” Rebekah said.
She felt misunderstood at home.
Depression set in, and she tried to hang herself at 10 years old. Friends taught her
Rebekah Charleston
that if she took eight Coricidin, a cold and flu medicine for people with high blood pressure, she would get high as a kite and numb the pain. Then she started smoking marijuana. By time she was 16, her drug use increased. She moved out, and she dropped out of school. Her parents, frustrated and scared, called one day to tell her they were going to take her to buy a dress because she was to be a bridesmaid in her brother’s wedding.
When they pulled up to a warehousetype facility, she knew it wasn’t a dress shop. There was no wedding. It was called Holy Highway, which is a lockdown facility otherwise misnomered as a girls’ Christian private school. There she was institutionalized and abused. They did manual labor in the fields, cleaned churches and ate old donated food with bugs in them.
But at two months, she was ready to change and accept this new role. Her parents came to visit, and she begged them to let her out of Holy Highway because she had accepted Jesus in her life and acknowledged her faults. They said ‘no.’ Her trust in them was then destroyed. It was yet another pivotal moment in her life. On a home visit six months after her parents dropped her off, she ran away and started living on the streets.
A tattoo on Rebekah’s arm reads Unity, Loyalty, Brotherhood, Sacrifice and Love means Family. That’s all she ever wanted. She couldn’t seem to find it at home.
“If you don’t know your value, then anyone can dictate it to you,” Rebekah said.
That’s when she moved into a twobedroom apartment with five “lowlevel” drug dealers. She felt like family. She was the cool girl until one of them tried to strangle her while holding a gun up to her head in a paranoid moment. She moved out and started dealing drugs in Fort Worth, but business was slow at first. Her friend talked her into stripping to pull her own weight. She was 17 and sitting on 50-year-old men’s laps accept-
ing shots of Hennessy. That’s where she met her first trafficker. The “aspiring rapper” had cornrows and gold teeth. She soon after moved in with who she thought was her boyfriend and didn’t ask any questions. The other girls in his apartment started telling her she was going to have sex for money. Scared and desperate, she did what she was told.
“In that situation, we don’t really ask a lot of questions because questions get you killed,” Rebekah said.
In the middle of the night, she and her friends were looking for men in a strip club parking lot. That’s when she met the man who would become her next trafficker for 10 years. Rebekah was already unwittingly a slave. He immediately started the “grooming process” by asking her tons of questions about her life and family. He made her feel special. He taught her how to quit smoking and drinking and took her to the gym and taught her to eat well.
“He was making me a better person,” Rebekah thought.
The isolation started before he began hitting her. Fear allowed him absolute control. Soon enough he would hit her so hard she remembered the inside of her cheeks bleeding. If she tried to block him in self-defense, he would hit harder. She believed he loved her and was pulling her out of the sex-trafficking life. He had different plans for her.
“He took me from a streetwalking, drug-using, $50-prostitute to a highclass call girl,” Rebekah said.
It looked just like love, but she thanks God for the day nearly 10 years later when federal agents busted down her door. She served 13 months in federal prison for “tax evasion.” The agents never could get her to talk or prove they were running a prostitution ring. Once it was her trafficker’s turn to serve his 18 months, Rebekah got a tiny taste of freedom. She started working an honest job at a bar. After living the way she had for so long, she had forgotten what normal life was like.
“It is hard to fathom the amount of
Fear allowed him absolute control. Soon enough he would hit her so hard she remembered the inside of her cheeks bleeding. If she tried to block him in self-defense, he would hit harder. She believed he loved her and was pulling her out of the sex-trafficking life. He had different plans for her.
control. I really thought we were this family or this unit. It felt like he was everywhere. He would follow us…I still hear his voice in my head telling me what I should do,” Rebekah said. She sent him an email while he was in prison saying she was going to leave, and he never wrote back. She still didn’t know she was a victim of sex trafficking when she left. He had made her believe it was her choice, her fault, and she deserved whatever bad happened to her.
Rebekah is 33 years old now. She found out she was pregnant nearly four years ago and completely reformed her life. Her son has saved her. She is in the last semester of her junior year at a private university in Fort Worth making a 4.0 in criminal justice and has made the dean’s list every semester. She plans to go to law school and work in civil justice. She even works with law enforcement officers and the FBI to train them to understand there is a difference between prostitution and sex trafficking. There isn’t a choice in trafficking.
Years ago one of her traffickers branded her on her back with a tattoo. She later covered it up with a devil tattoo in a dark moment. Now it is the tree of life with her son’s initials in it. As far as she is concerned, the brand and the devil are far behind her.
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A Wish With Wings, the Fort Worth-based organization that grants wishes to children who have life-threatening medical conditions, is Dream Home’s designated charity for the third year in a row. A Wish With Wings receives the gross proceeds from the $10 tickets sold to tours of the Dream Home, and some tour participants make larger donations. But more important is the exposure A Wish With Wings receives from its connection to the Dream Home and the tours and publicity, Judy Youngs, executive director of A Wish With Wings, says.
Two years ago, a woman visited that year’s Dream Home for a tour, learned about A Wish With Wings and applied for and was granted a wish for her child.
“Now they’re one of our amazing Wish families,” Youngs, who recently celebrated her fifth year as executive director, said.
A Wish With Wings was founded in 1982 in Fort Worth. Today, it raises more than $1 million annually to fulfill its wish budget. Its major annual fundraiser is a spring gala called Butterfly Wishes.
For the year through August, the organization has received and is in the process of granting 40 wishes, Youngs said.
By the end of the year, that number will likely grow to about 50, she said.
There are four criteria to apply for a wish: the child must be 3-18 years old when A Wish With Wings receives the application; must have a life-threatening medical condition; must live in Texas or be undergoing treatment in the state; and must not have received a wish from another wishmaking organization.
More than half of wishes are for visits to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla.
“We know the child and the family are going to have an amazing time,” Youngs said. “The other wishes are as unique and amazing as the kids.”
One story Youngs likes to tell is the one
about a Keller girl named Claire, who wanted a baby cheetah.
A Wish With Wings teamed up with the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Glen Rose to offer Claire a visit with two cheetah cubs, Bruce and Moose, where she was able to pet them. Years later, Claire returned to visit Bruce and Moose, who were grown and substantially larger.
“She was convinced that Bruce and Moose would remember her,” Youngs said. With Claire standing outside their enclosure this time, “sure enough, they walked right over to her.”
For her birthday annually, Claire asks relatives and friends to make donations to Fossil Rim.
To fulfill the Walt Disney World wishes, A Wish With Wings works with the Kissimmee, Fla. nonprofit Give Kids
The World Village, which operates a 79-acre resort near Disney World that offers children with life-threatening conditions a cost-free, weeklong vacation.
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Wings flies its Wish children and their families to Orlando and provides them with rental cars. Families stay in two-bedroom, two-bath villas. The resort throws nightly parties, and Disney World and Universal Studios donate park passes.
A Wish With Wings pays a flat fee per family to Give Kids The World Village.
“We could not do what we do as cost-effectively without our partnership with Give Kids The World Village,” Youngs said.
A Wish With Wings covers transportation and other costs.
To the families, “everything is cost-free,” Youngs said. “If they order pizza to be delivered to their villa, it’s free.”
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Quaint Villas to Grand Estates
The 2015 Dream Home - a 5,999-square-foot, five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath, stucco in Southlake’s Carillon development - is built for entertaining.
Visitors enter into a “uni-room” - an open kitchen, dining and living space with a 22-foot atrium ceiling and a view of the second-floor landing. Two 15-foot-wide, three-panel, sliding-glass doors open onto a covered patio with outdoor kitchen, dining space and lounge with fireplace. Push the button on a remote control, and three motorized sunscreens protecting the patio retract, revealing a saltwater pool with 10-person hot tub, two fountains and two linear fire boxes that shoot fire into the air.
“On a spring or fall day, you can put 400 people out here, and it wouldn’t feel crowded,” Jon Atwood, this year’s Dream Home builder and industry veteran, says.
Inside the home, which Atwood listed for sale at $1.6 million and sold during framing, the play features don’t stop.
The kitchen includes a six-burner, dou-
ble-oven Thermador range. Atwood also custom-built a 280-bottle sealed wine fridge that’s already full of bottles shipped in by the home’s new owner, who owns a chain of grocery stores and is moving into the home with his wife and their two college-age children.
Tucked just off the kitchen, a 690-square-
foot game room includes a built-in bar, TV lounge, space for pool or game tables, and wiring for three TVs. There’s a powder room in a hallway between the kitchen and game room for guests, and a side door leads to a wood-screened outdoor shower for pool users.
“This home is definitely geared toward an entertaining haven,” Dorian Stacy Sims, president of Stacy Furniture and Design, decorator of this year’s Dream Home, says.
The Dream Home, done annually in partnership with Fort Worth, Texas magazine, is an opportunity for builders and con-
tractors to showcase their best.
The home will be open for tours Sept. 26Oct. 25. Gross proceeds from the $10 tour ticket sales benefit A Wish with Wings, a nonprofit that fulfills wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses. Between 2,000 and 4,000 people annually pay the $10 admission.
Atwood, who lives in Carillon in a villa home he put up, has built 22 villas of between 3,000 and 4,000 square feet and two estate homes of between 4,000 and 10,000 square feet in the development.
The 1100 Lake Carillon Lane home is his second estate, and the new owner, who is moving from nearby, already has extra equity. Another prospect offered to buy the home for substantially more than what Atwood sold it for, says Atwood, who forwarded the offer to his buyer.
“He’s already been offered to flip, and he said no,” Atwood says.
Best of the Lot When Atwood was recruited to serve as this year’s Dream Home builder, he pitched a large corner lot just in-
side the entryway to Carillon and facing a neighborhood lake and trail system. It’s also a short drive to Texas 114 and Southlake Town Square.
“I had a fantastic lot, which I think really is the best selling feature,” says Atwood, who got his start in 1996 selling garage doors and fireplaces, went to work for a builder in 2001, and then went out on his own in 2009 when his boss died.
Growing up in Colleyville, Atwood was always around construction, hanging wallpaper, laying bricks, cleaning windows, selling garage doors and fireplaces. He got his first big break into homebuilding when a builder, impressed after Atwood spotted a plumbing problem on a job site, shut the water off, and called the plumber, offered him a job.
“I knew when the garage doors came in, and I knew when fireplaces came in,” and he was talking to framers and drywall contractors in the process, Atwood says. “I was already talking to subs.”
The job Atwood accepted was the one he held from 2001 to 2009, until he went out on
his own. He estimates he built 100 homes working for the one builder and 40 since he’s been out on his own.
When his boss died, Atwood took over the four projects they were working on and finished them.
“I just parlayed that into my building career,” he says.
Atwood bought three lots in Carillon in 2012 coming out of the recession.
“I built one spec house,” he says. “I sold it before I could even get it framed. It just kind of kicked off.”
Carillion opened up its estate lots for sale - 12,000-22,000 square feet in size - in December last year.
Today Atwood is under contract on 11 estates in the development for buyers he’s already sold to. He’s also building in three other communities similar to CarillonClariden Ranch, Watermere South Village, and Torian Place.
“I never saw myself as a builder,” Atwood says.
Drawn in a Week Atwood drew up the Dream Home plan in a week with architect Jon Bolton and interior designer Maria Mock, longtime collaborators.
Atwood was looking for a “transitional” style, between Southlake’s “Old World” and modern.
“Brown and black and chocolates,” he says.
Transitional means “light and bright, less is more, more creams and light grays, white painted kitchen cabinets, LED lights, clear glass light fixtures, polished chrome fixtures and hardware, simple trim, simple stairs,” he says.
Old World means heavy textured walls, stained woods including cabinets, dark hardwoods, stone and brick interior walls, divided light windows, yellow blown glass and twisted wrought iron light fixtures, dark, oil-rubbed bronze plumbing fixtures, Atwood says.
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“Old World still does well in Southlake,” Atwood says.
But more and more, he hears customers say, “I don’t want Old World anymore. It’s depressing, dark, it’s not inviting. I want to live in what I see in magazines.”
Atwood estimates about 90 percent of his clients are moving from within the region. Many are downsizing, but others are simply swapping old for new, including the Dream Home buyer, who is moving from a home roughly the same size in Southlake.
The 2015 Dream Home’s Mediterranean exterior is highlighted by an unusual, durable multi-coat stucco finish and a concrete tile roof. The exterior finish began with concrete that was rolled on over a fiberglass
mesh that covered the entire exterior. Then an acrylic finish was rolled on over the concrete.
Lighter treatments - in the cabinets, trim, stone, tile, carpet, fixtures, paints, furnishings and accessories - flow from room to room. Atwood uses the same materials in multiple rooms, including walnut floors in the Dream Home. Tile treatments are either vein cut porcelain or ceramic.
With the sliding glass doors and sunscreens open, the great room’s living space
sweeps from the entry to the pool. The 1,400-square-foot interior family, dining and kitchen space doubles in size with the glass doors open.
“It just screams Southern California,” Atwood says.
The Uni-Room: Multipurpose
The
uni-room is a concept Atwood likes to incorporate into his designs. He estimates he’s built 40 homes since he went out on his own - 90 percent built for a client, 10 percent spec.
The 2015 Dream Home includes multiple uni-rooms.
Besides the family-dining-kitchen great room and the multi-use “man cave” game room, bar and TV lounge, Atwood built a utility room that doubles as a mud room and craft room with lockers and opens into a garage.
As in other rooms in new homes, today’s buyers want multiple uses incorporated into their man caves, Atwood says.
“We’re not doing strictly media rooms anymore,” he said. “They want a pool table in the game room, or they want it right off the pool, or they want to be able to drink and hang out.”
The Dream Home logically has three dining areas inside. The white, leathered Taj Mahal quartzite island countertop in the kitchen includes a sink on one side and a breakfast bar on the other. The space between the kitchen and living area sets up well for informal dining. And for formal occasions, a formal dining area sits next to the entry.
“They’re really going to live right here at the bar,” Atwood said in a recent interview at the Dream Home. “All my guests eat at the bar.”
The covered patio is its own uni-room. The kitchen includes a gas and teppanyaki grills, the latter being one of the few changes
to Atwood’s plan ordered up by the new owner. It also includes spaces for a patio set and lounge in front of the gas fireplace, which Atwood set up with a Texas Bonfire gas logset. Atwood wired the room for TV and speakers. The retractable screens drop the room’s temperature about 20 degrees, he said. The ceiling is cedar.
Operation of the pool is designed for ease, with a remote control working all functions of the hot tub and pool, including the foun-
tains and lights. The linear fire boxes are manually operated only, for safety.
Simplicity in the Great Room Atwood’s focus on light colors and simplicity is most visibly on display in the Dream Home’s great room.
He uses white vein cut porcelain tile in the entryway and corridor connecting the great room to several other rooms. Atwood complements that with light-colored, easy-
maintenance walnut floors in the great room and adjoining study. The master suite just off of the great room includes the walnut floor in the bedroom.
The stairs to the second floor and banisters are walnut, and rails are straight with no twists. Paneling, trim and cabinets are also walnut.
“It stains out easier, and it’s a pretty look for a stain,” Atwood said. “The grain on the walnut doesn’t have the big knots in it.”
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The clean appearance of the porcelain, which Atwood also used on the soaring fireplace facade, works well with the walnut, he said.
“There’s a synergy between the two,” said Atwood, who trimmed the fireplace porcelain with walnut and Centurion stone. “I think it keeps it kind of cozy.”
Atwood lit the room with three, ceilingmounted round pendants, five efficient LED lights per fixture.
It won’t necessarily be easy to replace the bulbs once they go out, but, on the other
hand, “that bulb’s going to last you 10 years,” Atwood said.
The foyer, dining room and kitchen also feature clear glass fixtures. “No candelabras; it’s clean,” Atwood said.
The kitchen includes white panel-front cabinets, including panels hiding the refrigerator-freezer and microwave oven. The wine room and an ample butler’s pantry sit behind the kitchen.
The kitchen island includes a four-footwide stainless sink from The Galley that includes removable teak cutting boards,
two strainers, two mixing bowls and a dish rack, at $4,000 for the kit. The kitchen also features a second one-foot-wide Galley sink, at $1,000.
The quartzite is “harder than granite,” Atwood said. “You can take something straight out of the oven, put it on here, and it’s not going to burn it.”
The polished $13,000 Thermador comes with six burners, griddle, and two convection ovens - gas for the burners and electric for the ovens. The kitchen comes with a wall-mounted spigot above the range for
Cline, Charles Krug, 667, Sonoma-Cutrer, Rodney Strong and Gallo wines - the owner’s favorites.
“Some of these wine rooms can be $30, $40 grand,” Atwood said.
He’s incorporating the same concept into another home he’s building today, except “we put it in the man cave.”
easy filling of pots with water.
Atwood built the 18-square-foot wine room, looking for the ambience he’s seen in restaurants like Bob’s Steak & Chop House and JR’s Steak and Grill. The one-zone refrigeration system cost $2,000, racks $3,000, insulation for the walls $500, and glass door, $1,200. For the rear wall, Atwood used the same stone he used to trim the fireplace and entryway in the great room.
The refrigerator is currently set at 59 degrees. It’s already displaying a collection of La Crema, Clos du Bois, Kendall Jackson,
Atwood’s light treatments extend into the master suite. The master bath includes a double shower, two vanities with mirrors wrapped with the metallic linen-woven wallpaper that’s inset in the bedroom ceiling, white tub, and big walk-in closet with built-in shoe racks.
“It’s a very calm and peaceful room,” Sims says of the master suite.
Enter the Designers When Atwood
finished the home this summer, he turned it over to the Stacy design team, which had already consulted on the color paint palette. The designers spent two weeks in August furnishing the five bedrooms, game room, living and dining spaces, kitchen and great room for the Dream Home tours.
To the company, which did a Dream Home
several years ago, it’s an opportunity to highlight its repositioning within the last several years from the low-priced leader it was when owner Rick Stacy founded it in the late ’80s. The company saw the opening after Gabberts left the market in 2005 and Robb & Stucky in 2010. It’s positioned itself with a full range, from entry pricing to the high end. Today Stacy has showrooms in Grapevine, Allen and Plano and is interested in a Fort Worth showroom.
“It’s a great opportunity for us to showcase the variety of what we do versus the perception of what we do,” Sims said. “Everyone thinks we’re brown, traditional. With the exception of one or two rooms, everything here is a step away from how we’ve been perceived.”
Stacy’s team worked closely with Atwood to follow his vision for the home and with the new owner and family, who will have the opportunity to purchase the pieces.
“We didn’t want a museum; we wanted something that was livable and inviting,” Sims said.
She describes the feel of the furnishings as “more casual and contemporary, but not
extremely contemporary.”
And it was important to the designers that each room complemented the others.
“We were very deliberate in having the color palette flow through the house,” she said.
“We pulled our color palette from the Mediterranean with soft shades of taupes
and grays in our main upholstery pieces and rugs reminiscent of the sand and shore, splashes of aqua from the sea and yellows for the sun,” Sims says.
In the great room, Stacy’s designers set several vignettes in the open space.
“The great room space was intended to be bright, light and inviting all while comfort-
able and serene,” Sims said. “We were very purposeful to select furnishings and accessories that would complement the clean architectural lines and further the welcoming and open spaces. We truly believe in this home, less is more.”
Guests entering the foyer are greeted by a baby grand piano. The lounge in the living space includes sofas and chairs in light fabrics positioned in front of the fireplace and wall-mounted flat panel television.
The breakfast area between the lounge and kitchen has a table - a glass tabletop with woven base in driftwood tones - flanked by two curved banquettes. The four counterhigh stools in the island dining area have complementary fabrics in subtle gray.
In the man cave, Atwood did the bar in walnut, and he preserved the concrete floor, staining it.
The room has a leather serpentine sofa and drink holders - a nod to the new owner’s wishes - facing an 85-inch plasma TV.
The Stacy designers also outfitted the room with pool and game tables. The Dream Home’s new owner owns a pool table. And “they do play cards,” Sims said.
“Our selections for the downstairs media room were centered around creating a casual, yet sophisticated masculine hideaway,” Sims said. “The blue tones are deeper and very inviting, perfect for the big game or movie night with the family. The space is designed for entertaining in comfort, with plenty of room for a game of pool or just relaxing after a day of swimming.”
The designers put a wall unit bookcase in the hallway connecting the man cave, pool and exterior shower entry, kitchen, and powder room that could be outfitted with baskets with towels and other supplies for the pool.
The designers viewed the master bedroom as a “spacious and comfortable retreat,” Sims says. “The color scheme was designed to be visually calming with soft yellows, greens and golds. You’re able to relax with a great book or a morning cup of
coffee in the cozy nook. Clean lines on the furniture are also consistent with our modern, more sophisticated theme.”
Upstairs, the motif continues The landing, which overlooks the great room below, connects three bedrooms, a game room, and a study room. All three bedrooms have full bathrooms; one of the bathrooms also
is a community bath. The upstairs also features two balconies facing the lake.
The game room, which opens onto one of the balconies, is shaded during the evening. The designers outfitted the room with a flat panel TV and lounge.
The designers incorporated more yellows and tomato reds to create a warmer, more casual space.
“We wanted it to be a little lighter, little more relaxed,” Sims said.
The study includes two built-in desks and a window bench.
Atwood says the approach to the home should be in style for years. Other than the grill and extra kitchen sink, the buyer of the 2015 Dream Home asked for no other changes, he said.
“Not one lighting fixture or one (piece of) hardware,” he says. “They are the dream client.”
Transitional should mesh well with the next design movement, he says.
What will that movement hold?
“I think the movement will be to more contemporary,” Atwood says. “I’m already seeing it. Glass staircases. No crown moldings. Tons of tile on the walls.”
But that may not be far from what he’s just put in on Lake Carillon Lane.
“I think this house will stand the test of time,” he said.
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IMC by The Stone Collection
FOCUS/CONCENTRATION: We concentrate on providing the highest quality natural stone and surface materials available while leveraging technology to provide a personalized, high level of service to each and every customer. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), Greater Fort Worth Builders Association (GFWBA), Dallas Builders Association (DBA), Marble Institute of America (MIA), American Institute of Architects (AIA). GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: The Stone Collection and IMC have over 40 years of combined dedication to providing the highest quality natural stone slabs available. MOTTO: Hand selected and chosen with care. FREE ADVICE: Stone is a lifetime investment, and it may take multiple showroom visits to make a final selection for your home or project. Visit us with design elements to help aid in the selection process. Each block of stone contains variability from slab to slab; this is what makes each slab a unique piece of art. BIGGEST MISTAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: One of the biggest mistakes when building a home can include becoming overwhelmed with the
PICTURED: (left to right) Carlos Cordero, Nathan Schoneman, Cedric Hudson, Kerry Wines, Ken Wright, Leslie Wadle, Lela Alford, Alann Rodriguez, George Gonzales, Jeramy McClung, Vickey Ward, Michael Fernandez, Todd Dykes.
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The Kitchen Source
SPECIALTY: Our team at The Kitchen Source is dedicated to providing the finest products and service for the kitchen and bath including Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry, Brookhaven by Wood-Mode, Sub-Zero/Wolf and Miele appliances, and many other extraordinary materials. By creating and producing the most functional room for each of our clients and their needs, we provide a working space that fits their specific lifestyle. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Legacy of Design awards for kitchens and baths, Wood-Mode’s Platinum Level Award for being one of the top 25 dealers in the nation. PROFES-
SIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: We are industry partners with ASID (American Society of Interior Designers), NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association), NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry), and DBA (Dallas Builder’s Association). GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Over 25 years in business serving the DFW metroplex and having our clients rely on us to complete their projects anywhere from New York to Las Vegas to the Cayman Islands. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: The Kitchen Source has built a reputation for professionalism and quality work. Our goal is to give each
of our clients an Exceptional Experience throughout their remodeling or building project. FREE ADVICE: The most important thing is to select a contractor the way you would a doctor. Your home is the body of your family, and the kitchen is the heart of your home. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE: One of the biggest mistakes we see people make is committing to the cheapest bid they receive. Make sure you are comparing apples to apples, quality of the work, longevity/reputation of the company, and that the bid covers the work you are expecting to be completed in your project. CHARITABLE WORK: We have
participated with Communities in Schools, Tarrant County’s SafeHaven, Cystic Fibrosis, Fort Worth Can Academy, CityArtCal, and Wish with Wings. PICTURED: Robert Johns, Corinne Danicki, Shylo Preston, Ashley Keating, Elizabeth Tranberg, Jennifer Johns, and Amber Paulk.
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Texas Tile Roofing Co. LLC
FOCUS: Our focus is to be the leading tile, slate and metal roofing company in North Texas concentrating on installing quality roofs with high standards. RECOGNITIONS: We have been given the Golden Hammer award 2008 and 2009. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: NTRCA, NRCA, FTW Home Builder’s Association, Dallas Home Builders Association and TRI (Tile Roofing Institute). PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our greatest achievement has been our ability to grow with the market in the ups and downs that it has had in the last 10 years. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Our philosophy is giving customer service long after the roof is installed. Also paying it forward. We are very blessed to have grown in this business when other companies in our industry have not fared as well. We pay it forward with donating to various charities and organizations such as Soldiers Angels, veterans’ organizations, police officers and a few others when we can. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE
MAKE: Not doing thorough research on their builders/contractors and also their sub-contractors. The cheapest bid is not always the best value. You pay peanuts, and you’re going to get monkeys. PICTURED: Renee Cremean, Mary Cremean, Larry Cremean, Jennilee Draper, Lazaro Castillo, Kendra Rushing, Miguel Sandia, Javier Sosa, Evencio Gaona, Elmer Campos-Garcia, Jay McCurry, Wilfredo Molina-Garcia, Jason Nelson, Steve Reckard.
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Aaron Iron Works, Inc.
HISTORY: After 29 years serving the Metroplex and all parts of Texas and the surrounding states, Aaron Iron has continued to flourish through the range of economies that they have faced in that time. A commitment to industry excellence, safety and quality has taken this company from a local supplier of homeowner driven products such as hand-forged driveway gates and railings to the increasingly demanding arena of commercial construction. This turn of events has grown us into not only a shop providing the decorative elements to complete a structure, but also a shop that erects the structure itself. WHAT SETS US APART: Our ability to design, engineer and create gives us the creative license to take and handle the full metal package on a new project from I-Beams to forged rails. This understanding of the metal aspect on any level gives Aaron the edge in information and performance when
considering your next project. And, we still value our local homeowner market! PICTURED: This hand-fabricated stair and railing system, designed by the project architects Architexas, involved the creation of hand formed I-Beams, a custom cast poured stair system and handforged railings. It is the centerpiece of the Grapevine Convention and Visitor Bureau’s new facility. The engineering, detail and craftsmanship of this project begs the question: “Why call anyone but Aaron Iron to handle our project?”
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Alliance Drywall Inc.
FOCUS: Alliance Drywall Inc. is a Texas-owned and operated, turnkey drywall contractor. Providing both residential and commercial drywall systems, we supply and install for the following: metal stud framing, suspended ceilings, insulation, all gypsum products, sound proofing products, tape-bed-texture, special hand textures/finishes, specialty plaster products, and demo/cleanup services. AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: Alliance Drywall Inc. is recognized as a leader in high-end residential construction with financial stability. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Alliance Drywall Inc. is affiliated with some of the brightest and most talented architects/builders in the DFW area. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Next year we celebrate our 20th anniversary and feel extremely blessed and proud to be here. Servicing the many successful archi-
tects/builders/homeowners for this span has been very rewarding for us. MOTTO: “Whatever it takes.” FREE ADVICE: Homeowners tend to hire unqualified builders that tell them what they want to hear instead of the facts. It is expensive to build a true custom home. For most folks, the single largest investment you ever make is your home. Why hire someone inexperienced with the custom process? You get what you pay for! PICTURED: Jason Blaser and David Maserang.
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Keller Williams Luxury Homes International
FOCUS/CONCENTRATION: Specialize in Luxury Home Sales.
GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: I have been a top producer with Keller Williams Luxury Homes International for over 10 years. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Born and raised in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and a Southlake resident for more than 12 years, I have been married to my husband, Kurtis Anderson, for 20 years, and we have two amazing boys, Grant, 16 years old, and Drake, 9 years old. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: After experiencing a less than satisfying real estate transaction, I joined this field to make a positive difference. Exceptional customer service is what I strive to deliver and what sets me apart.
My best advertising is my customer referrals. I am honored to have a high percentage of repeat customers. There is no job too big or too small, and I enjoy the challenges that come along with this business. My promise is to exceed your expectations in achieving your real estate needs. PICTURED: Jeannie Anderson.
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Atwood Custom Homes
FOCUS: Atwood Custom Homes is a premier luxury homebuilder specializing in designing and building high-quality, luxury homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. From transitional clean lines to traditional estates, Atwood Custom Homes is committed to personalizing each home to the lifestyle and dreams of our clients. With over two decades of combined experience, the Atwood Custom Home team provides creativity, superior craftsmanship and an elite design concept that delivers a stand apart, unparalleled product. We specialize in “right sizing” or “life sizing” to meet our client’s needs without sacrificing the quality and luxury you desire. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 2015 Best of Houzz design and Best of Houzz service awards. Jon is in the process of publishing his first book this year: Building a Quality Custom Home What You Need to Know. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Fort Worth Builders Association and the National Home
Builders Association NHBA. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: We are honored to have been selected as the 2015 Fort Worth, Texas Dream Home builder. MOTTO: “Simply the best and nothing less.” FREE ADVICE: Building a home is probably one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, so put your money where you get the most value for your investment: location, design services, kitchen, family room, master bath, room size and closets. PICTURED: Jon Atwood, Owner/President; Heath Souders, Superintendent; Maria Mock, Spice Designs, in-house designer.
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Century Granite & Marble
FOCUS: Fabrication and installation of granite, marble, onyx, quartz, and limestone for residential projects; countertops for your homes kitchen, master bath, guest baths, and outdoor grill. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Marble Institute of America Member since 2004, Better Business Bureau Member since 2004. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Supplier for Gaylord Texan (Grapevine), Crescent Hotel (Dallas), Omni Hotel (Las Colinas), The Mansion at Turtle Creek (Dallas), Renaissance Hotel (Austin). Many Dream Homes in Vaquero Estates, Preston Hollow, University Park, Southlake, Westlake, Montserrat, Carillon. MOTTO: Better Living Through Extraordinary Surfaces. We strive to give our customers personal attention to design and install products to accent their living spaces, improving their homes with the beauty of natural stone surfaces.
FREE ADVICE: Today there are so many choices in materials, colors, and options. It can be a dizzying experience to make your selections, to ensure that all things coordinate, and to make sure the finished product meets your dream expectations. Utilize the knowledge from your team of experts. We have experience from thousands of projects over the past decade. Let us help you bring out the very best in your living spaces. PICTURED: Trevor Arts, Director of Sales.
CONCENTRATION: Our business model has evolved since we first opened our doors selling wrought iron steel doors in 2003. We now offer a variety of exterior products that are used to build the character of a home. We like to think of ourselves as an architectural products boutique, where one can get a level of personalized service that is not offered at the lumber yards or big box retailers. The newest addition to our product lines is Panda Windows and Doors. Other products we sell include decorative iron doors, wine gates, stair railings, gas and electric lanterns, bi-fold door systems, and Millennium steel doors and windows. Durango products meet the need of today’s architecture, whether old world, transitional, or contemporary.
PHILOSOPHY: We always strive to exceed our customers’ expectations through personalized service, creative design, and industry
knowledge. INNOVATIONS: We have developed two product lines that we are very proud to sell. The first is the Millennium line of steel windows and doors (featured on the 2013 Dream Home). The second is our Metal Art Millennium2, which has the narrow site-lines of our original Millennium line but has solid steel contoured divider bars (munts) that help it blend when one is mixing traditional and contemporary elements of architecture (featured on the 2015 Dream Home).
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Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
SPECIALTY: Dreaming of a new kitchen or bath? No one helps homeowners bring their vision to life better than Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. See, touch and compare top-selling lighting, appliances, and bath and kitchen products in our Fort Worth showroom. WHAT SETS US APART: Whether you’re renovating an outdated bathroom or designing your dream kitchen, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery can help. Our state-ofthe-art showroom is stocked with beautifully displayed products in a welcoming, hands-on environment. From lighting and appliances, to bath and kitchen faucets, fixtures and accessories, Ferguson’s
knowledgeable product experts ensure your selections are perfect for your project. Our passion for customer service is easy to see after just one visit to our Fort Worth showroom. PICTURED: (left to right) Kaitlin Farrell, Missy West, Angela Wiseman, Steve Callaway, Nicole Cadwell, Stephanie Goad.
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Fort Worth Billiard Supply Company
FOCUS/CONCENTRATION: Our focal point is maintaining superior customer service as well as keeping our store looking immaculate and stocked at all times. Staying up to date with furniture colors and stains, as well as cloth color palettes, are important in our industry to satisfy current trends. We also contribute our success on product availability; many of our items are available so when our clients are ready, we can deliver promptly. AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: As one of Brunswick Billiards’ largest dealers, we have received over 20 Brunswick awards for outstanding sales, and most recently were recognized as the number one single store worldwide top sales dealer. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Billiard Congress of America. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: We are one of the oldest Billiard retailers in Texas with over 100 years of combined
retail experience. Our employees have dedicated their time and have illustrated the perseverance to making our company successful. MOTTO: “More than just billiards.” FREE ADVICE: When designing a game room, list the games and furniture you would like to have in the game room. Bring your room measurements, and our sales associates will help design and layout the room with enough space to enjoy the game. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Make sure you have the proper playing area to accommodate a pool table. PICTURED: Albert Trujillo (President), Ernest Lazo (Vice President).
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Gladiator Fence
FOCUS: Our focus is providing excellence in fencing. In the past few years, we have expanded that focus on excellence to include pergolas, decks, masonry, and concrete work. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Nominated for Fort Worth Small Business of the Year 2016 (FW Chamber); “Best of” Fence Company – Tarrant County, 2013; Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home Builder; EHOW.com – referenced us as the standard for fence installation. MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: Entrepreneurs’ Organization; Cowtown Executives Association; Greater Fort Worth Builders Association; Better Business Bureau. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our greatest professional achievements are personal – each time a customer is blown away by the service and product we provide. The trust and satisfaction we engender mean more than any award. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: In an industry that many perceive as a
commodity, we choose to be different - to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations. We listen to our customers and take care of them, just like we do with our employees and business partners. We don’t just want to be the best fence company, we want to be the best company. FREE ADVICE: Treat your fence like a part of your home and invest in quality. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Forgetting that the later a lesson is learned in the building process, the more expensive it is to learn! PICTURED: Cary Beth and Andrew Harris; and children, Drew and Nan.
FOCUS: Residential & Commercial Pest Control, Landscapes, Fire Protection, and Security. AWARDS: Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2015 Best Of, Amerex Outstanding Performance Award South Central Region 2012. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: NFPA, Downtown Fort Worth, Inc., BOMA Fort Worth, Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Southlake Chamber of Commerce, IREM, NPMA, TPCA, DFWAPPA. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: We have been able to consistently achieve one of our primary goals: meeting the needs of a broad customer base. Our business model enables us to provide the same quality of service and develop value-added relationships with a variety of customers –from large industrial and campus-style accounts to individual families. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Ideal Partners exists to simplify and secure the lives of our customers by managing their residential or commercial property needs in the areas of pest control, fire protection,
security and landscaping. Our bundled offerings give the convenience of having one service provider and more cost-effective management of your property. ADVICE: When choosing any service, consider who you have the best relationship with and who you trust to complete your project. Communicating your expectations is critical to ensuring the project is completed accurately and within budget. PICTURED: Clay McCook, Ryan Montgomery, Blake Washington, Laura Fanta, Nancy Russell, Dylan Washington.
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Interceramic Tile & Stone Gallery
CONCENTRATION: Tile, porcelain, marble, granite, travertine, limestone, decorative accents and setting related materials. AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: Green certifications; fourth year to receive recognition as a Socially Responsible Company; voted one of the Best Managed Companies in Latin America by Forbes; recognized in Floor Focus magazine as a leader in design for ceramic tile. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Providing 4,200 great jobs, producing $500 million in sales, providing great financial stability even in difficult times, establishing a large franchised retail network in Mexico and China and having the best family-friendly environment for all employees to work in! MISSION STATEMENT: To provide our customers in North America with the most innovative, high-quality ceramic tile and related products, as well as world-class customer service by employing
a highly qualified team, innovative sales strategies and an efficient technology-driven distribution network. FREE ADVICE: When buying or building a home, it’s wise to invest in good brands, to carefully review your options of what the best materials are when it comes to quality and design, and to find the most reputable place to buy them for good service and guarantees. It’s worth the investment in the long run! One more tip: replace all the carpet you can with Interceramic tile because of the low maintenance and durability. PICTURED: Bret McIntire, Don Scruggs.
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J&S Air, Inc.
FOCUS: J&S Air is a full-service air conditioning and heating company that has served Texas since 1991 and specializes in the design, installation and service of residential and commercial systems. Impeccable service and quality for a competitive price is their main focus. J&S Air proudly services DFW, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston markets. RECOGNITIONS: One of the top Trane dealers in North Texas, 13 Year Top Ten Dealer Award Winner, achieved the elite Comfort Specialist status. J&S Air is an A+ Accredited Business with the BBB and a 12-time award winner for the top voice of the customer award through at-home services. CHARITABLE WORK: Habitat for Humanity Homes in North Texas, Santa Fe Youth Services, the ABC Extreme Makeover Home Edition, The Home Depot makeover projects, Toys for Tots, SafeHaven, the Community Services “Beat the Heat” Program, Beat Leukemia committee, as well as the YMCA.
PHILOSOPHY: To provide our customers with the best indoor comfort possible through innovative design, quality installation and the highest level of service while maintaining integrity and providing our employees opportunities for success within our company. SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks to Lennox and Standard Supply for partnering with J&S Air with their generous donations of support materials and equipment needed to make the Dream Home project possible. J&S Air has been involved with the Dream Home for five years in a row. PICTURED: Grant Hall.
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J. Caldwell Custom Pools
FOCUS: Our focus is to create and produce swimming pools and backyard escapes loved by our clients. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Pebble Tec’s Greatest Pools in 2014. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Fort Worth Builders Association, Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau, Member of United Aqua Group. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our greatest achievement is that we are a referral-based company. That is what drives us to succeed on a daily basis. MOTTO: “Where Construction Meets Customer Service.” FREE ADVICE: To use a contractor who is dedicated to the quality of their finished product. The upgrades that other contractors offer are J. Caldwell Custom Pools’ standard building practices. This allows our company to go
above and beyond our customer’s expectations. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Not taking into consideration that having a well-designed outdoor living space can add value to their home and lifestyle. PICTURED: John Caldwell (President/Owner), Taylor Christopher (Vice President/ Sales Manager), Lindsay Bender (Sales and Design Professional), Braden Johnson (Construction Manager).
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Masonry Custom Designs
FOCUS/CONCENTRATION: Stone and stucco for upscale residential jobs. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Featured in both the Cook Children’s Home and the Kaleidoscope of Homes - Fort Worth (Montserrat). MOTTO/BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Custom masonry designs with excellent attention to detail. FREE ADVICE: Word of mouth is the best resource for finding trustworthy contractors. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Opting for trendy over timeless; always keep resale value in mind and pick classic finishes. PICTURED: Juan David Solorzano.
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Overhead Garage Door LLC
FOCUS: Overhead Garage Door LLC is an overhead door, dock and equipment, repair, installation and replacement company. We are a comprehensive company that provides all commercial and residential services, as well as a wide selection of products to suit any customer’s needs. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:
Overhead Garage Door LLC has become one of Texas’ premier overhead door and dock companies. With only four years in existence, the company has more than 10 locations throughout Texas and Oklahoma. See our newest location opening in San Antonio, ogdllc.com. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: The mission of Overhead Garage Door is to provide top-quality residential and commercial overhead door and dock services. The company will seek to provide these services
in the most timely manner, with unparalleled professionalism and 100 percent customer satisfaction. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: Not considering the aesthetic value of a garage door on a new home. For a little extra, a custom door can drastically improve the appearance of a home. PICTURED: (left to right) Carter
FOCUS: Satisfying the needs of architects, designers, contractors and homeowners by offering access to the finest hardware and decorative plumbing products for your unique project. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Certified 3-Star Toto Showroom, authorized Dornbracht, Franke, Blanco, Rohl and DXV Showroom, in addition to dozens more.
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Decorative Hardware and Plumbing Association (DPHA), ASID, NKBA, NAWIC, Salesmanship Club. MISSION: Our spacious showrooms bring together the finest selection of quality decorative hardware and plumbing products in the Southwest. We invite you to see for yourself at either of the two convenient locations in Fort Worth and Dallas. Those with an eye for quality and style will find their design solutions whether building a new home, remodeling or just plain updating a room. Exceeding your
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expectations is the goal of Pierce’s professional staff, where you’ll find several decades of industry experience. PHILOSOPHY: Since our inception in 1937, our goal is to establish and maintain a long-term relationship between our clients and our professional showroom consultants. We create a level of comfort, ease and satisfaction as clients make their selections for their dream home. We draw from decades of experience and freely offer advice that will save our clients time. PICTURED: (back row, left to right) Paula Roberts, Jessica Hasty, Jim Wilcox, (seated) Keith Bell, (front row, left to right) Lenny Russo, Karen Visage.
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Prewitt Electrical Services, Inc.
FOCUS: Prewitt Electrical Services, Inc. is a family owned and operated business that specializes in all phases of electrical work serving both commercial and residential clients. Our company is your best source for value-driven, honest and professional electrical services. Our goal is to provide prompt electrical service, of the highest quality, with the finest technical expertise possible. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Prewitt Electrical was a proud partner in building the 2012 Habitat for Humanity home and the 2008 Kaleidoscope of Homes. We were also honored to be awarded with the Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2012 Dream Home. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Customers are our highest priority. Their safety and satisfaction are on the top of the list. We strive to meet all their needs and go above and beyond their expectations. FREE ADVICE: Do your research when it comes to
hiring any contractor. Check their references, licensing and insurance. A little bit of digging goes a long way. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: We believe the biggest mistake when building a home is cutting corners. You can count on Prewitt Electrical to never cut corners and always do the job right. PICTURED: Jeff Prewitt, owner; Michelle Prewitt, office manager; Bailey and Natalie Prewitt, Daddy’s little princesses.
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Pro Serve Plumbing LLC
Kenneth and Melissa Golden COMPANY FOCUS: To provide exceptional quality plumbing services with attention to detail. We want our customers to feel confident in selecting us and to know that we will provide them with professional service every time. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: We have created a company that continues to experience professional growth, and our employees really like working for us. We have created long-lasting relationships with them, which allows us to provide our customers with the knowledgeable and professional workmanship that we promise. MOTTO: We take care of you so you can take care of what is important. FREE ADVICE: Do your research and ask questions. Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Most of the time, people know what they want, and it helps in the over-
all building process if they are able to convey that to their contractor. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Sacrificing on the things they really want, thinking they will do it later. Often times, later never comes, and they wish they had gone ahead and gotten that beautiful freestanding tub, or exotic granite, or elaborate light fixture. It’s your dream home; get what you want!
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Red Oak Insulation, Inc.
FOCUS: We deliver our ultra-energy-efficient EnergyWise package which guarantees and warranties healthy and ultra-energy-efficient homes. The package consists of our high performance insulation and our engineered HVAC system. We produce amazing results from small retreat homes to the largest estate homes in America. AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: We are family owned and operated. We have been in business for almost 35 years. AFFILIATIONS: Red Oak Insulation is the exclusive EnergyWise Spray Foam Contractor in DFW. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Creating the first healthy and ultra-energy-efficient indoor environment package. The package includes a dollar value guarantee and a performance warranty. We recently guaranteed $350/month to heat/cool an almost 15,000 square feet living estate home with our EnergyWise package. MOTTO: We are the Guaranteed Energy Savers. FREE ADVICE: When building new or upgrading your current home, don’t
neglect the insulation and HVAC system. A beautiful home should also be the most comfortable. We guarantee heating and cooling on a 5,000 square feet house at $150/or less a month. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: The biggest mistake we see is the over spending on high energy-rated windows and HVAC systems. The best return on investment is with the perfect combination of high performance insulation with properly sized HVAC equipment. We reduce your heating/cooling costs 50-70%. Guaranteed. PICTURED: Dean Villanueva, Estela and Justino Villanueva, Sr., Justino Villanueva, Jr. CONTACT INFORMATION: 972.617.0740
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The Sherwin-Williams Company
FOCUS: Founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company has not only grown to be the largest producer of paints and coatings in the United States, but is among the largest producers in the world. Our new Keller store services DIY homeowners, residential repaint contractors, multi-family apartment facilities, and commercial paint contractors. It’s our goal to provide quality products to our customers along with exceptional Trademark Service.
AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked among the Top Painting and Coating Manufacturers, named one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes magazine, Forbes Top 100 Most Innovated Companies, recognized for Diversity and Inclusion Efforts, and Global Supply Chain Quality Excellence Award. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL
ACHIEVEMENT: We look forward to celebrating our 150th Anniversary in 2016. MOTTO: Cover the Earth. FREE ADVICE: Your
home is one of the biggest investments of your life. As a homeowner, you want to make sure you also invest in a quality paint product such as Sherwin-Williams. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Acting as your own general contractor, not utilizing a professional paint contractor, and cutting corners on budget. PICTURED: (left to right) Thomas Knuf, Miles Fortner, Brandon Aikman, Char Hetcher, Allysha Wilson, Roy Perez.
FOCUS: Stacy Furniture & Design is dedicated to providing an outstanding selection of quality, name-brand furniture and accessories for any budget. Our professional sales team and interior designers are qualified to help with any furniture project, residential or commercial –no project is too big or too small. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 2014 Nominee for NAHFA Retailer of the Year; selected to furnish the 2015 Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home, benefitting A Wish With Wings. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Stacy’s has been an active part of local DFW schools and communities for years, including multiple chambers of commerce as well as a variety of charitable organizations. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Continuously building our team with amazing people who want to work together to positively impact our
clients’ lives, helping them make their house a home – one room at a time. We are a family business, and we take that seriously every day. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: It’s very easy to get both overwhelmed and too excited when building. It’s best to take things slowly, ask tons of questions and be sure you understand expected timelines, responsibilities and all aspects of the end result. Building a new home is a major undertaking whatever the home size –it’s a lot of work. Ask questions –assume nothing. PICTURED: Dorian Stacy Sims, President.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Grapevine - Allen - Plano 888-508-3409
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Steinway Hall – Fort Worth
FOCUS: Steinway Hall - Fort Worth is the authorized Steinway showroom showcasing the finest collection of Steinway and SteinwayDesigned upright, grand, and player pianos set in a unique setting for an exceptional selection experience. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:
Awarded nine Steinway & Sons Dealer of Excellence Awards since it opened in 2001. In 2015, we were one of only five dealers selected to offer the new Steinway Spirio player piano system as a test market.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS:
Member of the ASID and partner with The Cliburn Competition; meeting place and resource for area music teacher associations through the Steinway Educational Partnership; official piano provider of FWISD and TCU, an all-Steinway school. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL
ACHIEVEMENT: Providing private individuals, institutions, and houses of worship the world’s finest pianos. MOTTO: The founder of
Steinway & Sons’ mission was to “Build the best piano possible and sell it at the lowest price consistent with quality.” To this day, we honor this principle. FREE ADVICE: Take the time to select the piano that is right for you and your family. Relax, listen to all the pianos and choose the instrument that sounds best and has the look that you will enjoy for many years to come. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Not leaving a space for a grand piano! PICTURED: Thomas Ragozzino and Kurt Rongey.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
showrooms@steinwaypianos.com steinwaypianos.com
portfolio Dream Home Vendors Worth Knowing
Texas Custom Window & Door
FOCUS: Our main focus is with the Custom Home Builders in the DFW area. Probably 90% of our work is in residential. We have also been involved in several restaurant projects along with office buildings and apartments. Our largest project to date was the upscale Edgemere Assisted Living complex in Dallas. We provide Jeldwen aluminum clad wood, wood, vinyl products along with Thermally Controlled aluminum products, such as La Cantina doors, Ram windows and Heritage windows/doors. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: This is our second Dream Home to be involved in, and it has been a pleasure to work with Jon and his team at Atwood Custom Homes. They are very detail-oriented and don’t cut any corners. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Usually not knowing what kind of products are
available. There has been an increasing number of large door openings being specified on jobs. This started in California, where it is 70 degrees year-round; however, we are doing more and more lift and slide, multislide and bi-fold door units. We are working on one project in Dallas for an ex-Texas Ranger baseball player that has a 32’ wide, 11’ tall, fourpanel lift and slide on it. Everybody now is wanting to bring the outside in…even if it is 100 degrees. PICTURED: Kelly Russell, Owner.
FOCUS: Universal Systems is a full-service company for ALL of your electronic needs. Since 1981, we have provided home/ business owners with technological solutions for anything from a media room to a corporate boardroom. We proudly serve the greater DFW area as well as anywhere you need us to go. AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: Featured in multiple Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Homes, CE PRO Top AV 100 Companies 2014. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: CEDIA, Texas State licensed since 1981, In-house Crestron Dealer/Programmer. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: 34 years of providing quality Audio/Video & Security services to the greater DFW area. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: To go above and beyond what is expected, creating a confident relationship with the client for many years. FREE ADVICE: Technology is evolving
faster than you think. Don’t be surprised when your old computer or TV isn’t what you thought it once was. Upgrading your home technology is an on-going process, but we can help take the stress out of keeping you on the cutting-edge. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: Being in a hurry to complete the project. When things are rushed, corners are cut and mistakes are being made. It is important to be patient and get it right the first time.
PICTURED: Hank and Dorenda Lohmer.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dorenda@uni-sys.com uni-sys.com
portfolio Dream Home Vendors Worth Knowing
Vintage Floors
FOCUS: We specialize in custom wood floors, tile, stone and carpet. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Our greatest reward is the smile on the faces of happy, satisfied clients. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: National Wood Flooring Association, Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, Custom Builders Association, Better Business Bureau, Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA); ASID Industry Partner. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our ability to maintain a large, loyal client base. We are so privileged to work with wonderful people who refer and recommend us to others. MOTTO: Quality products, trusted service. FREE ADVICE: When making selections for your home, always invest in quality products. Remember, “the bitterness of poor quality remains long after the
sweetness of a low price is forgotten.” BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: Being in a hurry to complete the project. When building a new home or remodeling an existing one, please be patient. You can’t rush quality. Unforeseen delays can occur, but you must allow the necessary time to properly complete the project so the quality and craftsmanship are not compromised.
PICTURED: Bryan Page, president.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
bryan@bryansvintagefloors.com vintagefloors.com
Dream Home Vendors Worth Knowing portfolio
Wells Glassworks
FOCUS: All phases of residential glass work including mirrors, shower/tub enclosures, cabinet door glass, shelves, antique mirror, stained/leaded glass windows, sandblast etching, custom framed mirrors, glass wine room enclosures and window replacement glass.
AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: A-Rating on Angie’s List; Super Service Award from Angie’s List in 2010. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Surviving the severe downturn of 2008 and coming back stronger with a greater variety services offered. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: We do it right the first time and fix any issues that do come up immediately. FREE ADVICE: Find a happy medium, price wise, when shopping for work to be done on your
home. Going with the cheapest price nearly always brings disappointment with the final product. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Trying to rush a custom home. Quality work takes time to finish. It’s worth the extra time to get it right. PICTURED: Byron Wells.
TCU Frogs for the Cure is getting ready for its 11th year of events to raise awareness for breast cancer.
| by Scott Nishimura |
ROGS FOR THE CURE WILL HOST THE FEED YOUR PINK SIDE LUNCHEON to raise money for the program on Oct. 14 at the TCU Brown-Lupton University Union. Bob and Linda Carey will be the guest speakers. The Careys are co-founders of the The Tutu Project. Linda Carey has recurrent breast cancer, and Bob Carey has become known internationally for having his picture shot wearing a tutu in places around the world in support of awareness.
Additionally, Luke Wade and Mia Z, finalists of NBC’s The Voice competition, will appear in Frogs for the Cure’s 2015 version of a music video that’s recognized as an anthem of courage for anyone touched by breast cancer. The song, which will feature the 1960s song Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, is available on iTunes for purchase. Through October 2016, 81 cents of each download will be donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure national organization.
Scenes for the video were shot Aug. 30 on the TCU campus and also in Los Angeles and Montana. The video will debut Oct. 29 during the 11th annual Frogs for the Cure TCU home football game against West Virginia; the video will be available to view online following the game on YouTube.
Frogs for the Cure events have raised $450,000 over the last 11 years, but Ann Louden, chair for 10 years, says fundraising isn’t the main objective.
“Our mission is to connect our community with the cause,” said Louden, a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed nine years ago in mid-September.
Frogs for the Cure started from an initiative within TCU Athletics to draw more fans to Frogs football games. That resulted in what’s turned out to be an annual Pink Out game for Komen.
Louden offered to chair Frogs for the Cure when she recognized there was no structure to capture and use testimonials from cancer survivors.
Proceeds from the video go to the Komen national organization, and funds raised from events on campus, such as the sale of T-shirts, go to Komen’s Greater Fort Worth organization.
Luncheon proceeds go to Frogs for the Cure, which helps the organization put on its events.
Frogs for the Cure events run Sept. 11-Oct. 30. More information can be found at frogsforthecure.tcu.edu.
Frogs for the Cure events have raised $450,000 in just a little more than a decade.
To see all the photos from the hottest events in town, visit fwtx.com/party-pics
THE SCENE
Tailgate Launch Party
Fort Worth, Texas magazine and Dave Campbell’s Texas Football partnered up to produce the special TCU Football preview magazine. The tailgate launch party was held at Park Place Maserati Fort Worth on Aug. 20. Photos by Honey Russell
WHO
WAS SEEN (1) Jimmy Malone, Ruby Claiborne (2) Amy Bailey, Kelsey Patterson (3) Marty Schiff, Ryan Wateska, Jeff Wateska, David Hewson, Marcus Dates (4) Leah King, Robel Malesse (5) Amy Shackelford, Jane Cooper, Christy Smith (6) Beth Zimmerman, Susan Beth Susan Smit h (7) Da nielle Judge, Scot t Keenan (8) Anan Ali, Michelle Koleychik
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Does Someone You Love Need Hospice?
Dad wasn’t doing well. His doctor suggested VITAS Healthcare. We resisted—wasn’t it too soon for hospice? But VITAS came to the house, got to know Dad, and we all talked about what was important to us.
Finally, Dad’s comfortable. We all are. Dad is smiling; he has more energy. And VITAS is helping us make the most of this gift of time together.
THE SCENE Blue Zones Project Celebration
Blue Zones Project® joined Central Market in hosting a community celebration on May 30 as Central Market became Blue Zones Project Approved™. Photos courtesy of Robert Burn
WHO WAS SEEN (1) Mayor Betsy Price surrounded by vegetable-clad Blue Zones fans (2) Ann Zadeh, Suzanne Duda (3) Stephen Butts (4) Barclay Berdan
THE SCENE Picnic in the Park
Guests watched the Rangers play the Red Sox during the Picnic in the Park Luncheon. Held in the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame in Globe Life Park, they got to meet Texas Rangers alumni and bid on a sports-themed silent auction. This family-friendly event benefits Alliance For Children to provide quality services to child victims of abuse in Tarrant County. Photos by Meredith Green
WHO WAS SEEN (1) Ben Rogers, Jon Daniels, Michael Young, Jeff “Skin” Wade (2) Kristia & Patrick McClain, Julie & Brent Tebbets, Gwen & Steve Milligan, Diane & Bob Kenyon (3) Shellie & Alison McMillon
The
Scene Careity Rocks
The Cariety Foundation presented Cariety Rocks Sept. 12th at Cendera Center. Sonny Burgesses and his band performed along with gifted children for a heartfelt evening of fun. Reata served the dinner. Terese and Tom Moncrief were the event chairs. Photo courtesy of Steve Schillio
Who WaS Seen (1) Cooper Max (2) Beverly Branch, Tom & Terese Moncrief, Lyn Walsh (3) Jerry & Vicki Durant
The Scene
Silver Tea
ACH Child and Family Services held its 100th Anniversary Silver Tea on May 17. This year's Silver Tea paid homage to ACH's history while recognizing lifetime volunteers and highlighting ACH's current services that protect children and strengthen families in Fort Worth. Photos courtesy of Meredith Green
Who WaS Seen (1) Teresa Brownlie, Katherine Brownlie (2) Valerie Stocker, Elizabeth Hatley (3) Karen Barlow
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modern staffing solutions
| by Kacie Galloway |
As they sAy, “time is money.” While hiring the right people for the right seats is absolutely critical to a company’s success, the time it requires can become challenging for many higher-level executives.
Differentiating the myriad of staffing firms saturating the market today is another challenge. Local staffing expert, Branson Bollinger, talks about what makes his model successful.
Bollinger had worked for a traditional staffing agency for several years when he decided to start his own business. Inspired
by the pitfalls and limitations found in the traditional staffing industry model— which has barely changed in the past five decades—he figured it was time to upgrade and take the service to the cloud with PRSONA.
“Nobody else has built what we’ve built,” Bollinger said. With the ever grow-
ing use of technology, he said, “this is the way the world is moving.”
Along with his brother, Brendon, Bollinger started PRSONA out of his apartment in Los Angeles, and then moved the company back to his hometown of Fort Worth after its incorporation in 2012. While the move was financially motivated—rent in DFW is significantly lower—the Metroplex is home to more staffing businesses than Los Angeles. PRSONA now has a healthy number of
in other words
clients from southern California as well as North Texas.
Part of the appeal of an online staffing company comes from the hands-on control it gives to employers. “The manager can really take control in a self-serve fashion and make it happen any hour of day,” Bollinger explained. “I think they like that they can access the site any time and post jobs or extend offers.”
Moving a staffing agency from the ground to online was a simple yet remarkable solution to a host of problems within the staffing industry. Because traditional staffing firms typically operate several regional offices on the ground, Bollinger completely cut the overhead cost
by putting PRSONA online. Furthering his commitment to transparency and saving money for the employers, PRSONA allows employers and contractors to create listings for free and charges significantly lower billing fee markups than traditional agencies.
“Traditional staffing agencies will put huge markups on a contractor’s rate, charging employers more than 100 percent sometimes,” he explained, “but we keep costs low with only 35 to 45 percent markups.”
Unlike other job boards, PRSONA doesn’t just give employers options, but helps them find qualified candidates through tests and assessments designed
to judge a contractor’s skills in more than 100 different areas, from customer service capability to Photoshop proficiency.
“We specialize in white-collar jobs: information technologies, finance and administration,” Bollinger explained. With PRSONA, employers can set requirements on a job listing so only qualified applicants reach the final pool of candidates, saving employers from weeding through scores of unqualified applicants. “If someone isn’t going to take the time to take a 40-question multiple choice test, they probably shouldn’t be applying for the job.”
Currently, PRSONA primarily works with small to medium sized businesses, but is already preparing for more growth with its new Partnership API, which gives Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and job boards the ability to offer contract staffing solutions to customers. Bollinger saw an enormous need for the API.
“Applicant tracking systems will be able provide contract staffing while carrying zero liability, that will really change the business,” he said. “There are several multibillion dollar staffing companies who's customers also use ATSs, and those customers are likely to consolidate that service and buy it less expensively at the ATS."
According to Bollinger, “PRSONA is responsible for 100 percent of the liability while sharing a 50-percent profit with partnering ATSs and job boards who use the API.”
Bollinger anticipates a surge of growth in the business after the launch of the API. Currently, PRSONA is a small but already mighty business, with fewer than a dozen internal employees and nearly 10,000 job seekers on the site.
Branson & Brendon Bollinger
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A soft-spoken introvert in A sociAl scenArio, Paul Dorman, chairman and CEO of Fort Worth-based holding company DFB Pharmaceuticals, is driven in the pharmaceutical realm—specifically in the development of groundbreaking oncology drugs. Over the last 20 years, Dorman has successfully invested, developed and operated multiple pharmaceutical businesses.
In September 1990, Dorman, with two associates, purchased DPT Laboratories in San Antonio from Alcon Laboratories of Fort Worth. As chairman of the board and CEO, he expanded DPT, a contract manufacturer and developer of pharmaceutical products, into a DFB portfolio of healthcare companies that provide both services and proprietary branded pharmaceutical products to the global market. The DFB operating companies grew from $18 million in sales with 150 employees to more than $400 million in sales with a workforce of 1,500 and facilities in Texas, New Jersey, Germany and Canada. DFB sold Coria Laboratories and a majority interest in DPT Laboratories. DFB sold Healthpoint Biotherapeutics to Smith & Nephew plc to form a worldwide leader in the field of wound repair and tissue regeneration.
Today, DFB continues to operate Phyton Biotech. Dorman is personally investing in several new healthcare development opportunities and non-healthcare businesses.
Dorman was born in Kilgore. His father worked as an oil field machinist, and the family moved several times during his growing up years. Dorman attended high school in Mississippi and college in Louisiana. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tulane University and a Juris Doctor of Law from Loyola University. Dorman’s high school biology teacher encouraged him to go to college. “When I was going to school in the daytime, I worked at night, and when I went to law school, I worked in the daytime and went to school at night,” Dorman says. “In both cases, I was allowed to work flexible hours. I really learned that someone helping you help yourself is very important. It was a good lesson in life for me. I enjoy helping people do well.”
The drug development Dorman is most excited about is a program utilizing nanoparticles of existing chemotherapy drugs (nano-paclitaxel and nano-docetaxel) to treat various cancers. Currently, strong chemotherapy drugs, some with toxic solvents, are intravenously injected into the patients’ veins where most vital organs are exposed to their toxicity. Nanoparticles of the drug will allow direct injection into the cancerous tumor with a minimum
or no exposure to other important organs. This is expected to reduce side effects such as hair loss. “We are currently in clinical trials for ovarian cancer and will be reviewing a similar program with the FDA for breast, prostate and bladder cancers very soon,” Dorman says.
“If our clinical trials prove the theory out, it can have a very positive impact on people’s lives in the outcome of treating cancer,” Dorman says. “That’s become a major thing to me, particularly in this stage of my life. I’m financially comfortable, so I’m able to give back philanthropically, and with this opportunity, I’m able to give back to improve medical outcomes.”
As an example of a non-healthcare business, Dorman is the largest investor in Tabletop Media LLC, a company which has a product named Ziosk®. Ziosk is the first entertainment, ordering, and pay-at-the-table technology featuring a 7-inch touchscreen tablet with encrypted credit card reader and receipt printing capabilities. The tablet also can be used to play games, watch videos, view news and other entertainment and “pay-on-demand.”
Dorman supports many charitable causes including Cook Children’s, Jewel Charity, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Harris Methodist Foundation, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. He lends patronage to local cultural institutions such as The Modern, Amon Carter Museum, Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth Symphony, Fort Worth Opera, Casa Mañana and Fort Worth Zoo.
In his spare time, Dorman enjoys traveling, fly fishing, going to the movies and watching DVDs in his home theater in Westover Hills. Dorman lives in a sprawling 1960s-era home built by the late Eddie Chiles, well-known oil and gas man and Texas Rangers Baseball Club owner. The home was designed by nationally acclaimed architect A. Quincy Jones. Hollywood designer William Haines completed the interior. Dorman has since remodeled, including a 12-car garage to house his impressive classic and high-performance automobile collection.
Dorman is divorced and has no children. His four-legged child, Oliver, a much-loved and spoiled Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, sleeps in Dorman’s bedroom in his own “Furrari” car bed—red, of course, to match his daddy’s F12 Ferrari.
by Gail Bennison | photography by Alex lepe |
DESIGNERS & DECORATORS WORTH KNOWING
Nothing should be more unique than the space in which you live or work. A home or office should be comfortable and at the same time reflect your personality. Knowing how to pull those elements together can be a daunting task, but you don’t have to do it alone. The interior designers* and decorators on the following pages want to tell you how their services can help make your space comfortable and attractive. The information in this section is provided by the advertisers and has not been independently verified by Fort Worth, Texas magazine.
portfolio Designers & Decorators Worth Knowing
Stacy Furniture & Design
SPECIALTY: Stacy Furniture & Design is dedicated to providing an outstanding selection of quality, name-brand furniture and accessories for all budgets. Our professional interior designers are qualified to assist with any size interior project, both residential and commercial. Our designers can address your thematic inspirations and all design styles including clas sic traditional, French Country, transitional or contemporary. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 2014 Nominee for NAHFA Retailer of the Year; selected to furnish the 2015 Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home, benefitting A Wish With Wings. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: Stacy’s has been an active part of local DFW
schools and communities for years including multiple chambers of commerce as well as a variety of charitable organizations. We have Registered Interior Designers and also designers associated with ASID, the American Society of Interior Designers. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our company’s greatest achievement is continuously building our team of amazing professionals who want to work together to help positively impact our clients’ lives with a wonderful experience helping them make their house their dream home – one room at a time. We are a family business, and we take that seriously each and every day. MOTTO: Our family motto comes from the Golden Rule. Each day we work to
treat each other as we want to be treated. Whether working with our team or our clients, we treat everyone like family. FREE ADVICE: Ask for help. Many times people automatically assume asking for help from an interior designer means paying a lot of money; when in the long run, asking for help from a qualified professional will ultimately save you money and keep you from making expensive mistakes. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A HOME: Not hiring a professional! It’s very easy to get overwhelmed when building. It’s best to take it slow, ask tons of questions and be sure you understand expected timelines, responsibilities and all aspects of the end result. Building a new home is a
major undertaking whatever the home size – it’s a great deal of work. Hire a professional to help guide you, but continue to ask questions throughout the process. PICTURED:
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(left to right) front row: Kim Mills; Tamara McCabe; Bonnie Sorenson; Stella Barnette; (left to right) back row: Judy James; Cynthia Lawrence, RID; Donna Winburn, ASID; Kay Cotton; Kathy King; Julia Ann Smith; Mark Grigsby, ASID; and Dorian Stacy Sims.
portfolio Designers & Decorators Worth Knowing
The ARTEC Group, Inc.
SPECIALTY: Interior Design and Remodeling services in the DFW Metroplex. Debbie Chirillo and her staff provide unparalleled interior design services for residential and commercial interiors. Work ranges from new construction selections to remodels and the creative use of existing spaces. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: The ARTEC Group was featured in Beautiful Homes of Texas, an exclusive collection of the finest designers of Texas. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Great design combines comfort, function and balance into an aesthetically pleasing environment. We believe it is essential that our client’s personality be
reflected in the design whether the look is traditional, transitional or contemporary. As recently voted Fort Worth’s leading interior design firm, we provide outstanding designs and service for every client. Please visit us on Houzz. PICTURED: Debbie Chirillo, Designer/ Owner; Angela Riley, Designer; and Brittany Bailey, Designer.
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Decorating Den Interiors The Manley Design Team
FOCUS: I provide my clients - residential and commercial - with a wide range of home furnishings products coupled with excellent design expertise. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Besides receiving numerous business achievement awards, my design work has been honored to win awards at several international design contests judged by leading home magazine editors and industry experts. My design work has also been featured in national and international magazines. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Because my design process is easy, enjoyable, collaborative and affordable, I have not only enjoyed helping my clients transform their rooms, but have been doubly rewarded by knowing that I have helped transform their lives as well. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Our design philosophy is smart and simple. We work collaboratively to help our clients
express their tastes, lifestyle and design directions. FREE ADVICE: A properly lit room will make you look more youthful, so put those lamps on dimmers, and you will always look amazing! BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN DESIGNING A SPACE:
We often find that people’s biggest frustration with decorating their home is not calling in a professional decorator to help them save money, time and make wise choices - both functional and decorative! PICTURED: Jennifer Manley
FOCUS: Grandeur Design specializes in residential and commercial design, home décor, custom in-house-made furniture, drapery, bedding, upholstery, woodworking and floral arrangements. AWARDS/ HONORS: Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2014 Best of Home Furnishings, Best in Show for Furniture Finds at WTC, Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2013 Best of Home Inspiration/Furnishings. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Having a strong, loyal and consistent customer base. We’ve also been honored by writeups from publications such as Dreamhome Magazine, which wrote a 12-page spread regarding the fine quality and unique products we offer in our stores. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Grandeur Design is owned and operated by experienced and innovative designers who are passionate about helping customers make their dreams and visions a
reality. We believe in sincerity and honesty while caring about the satisfaction of each customer. We always respect the customer’s budget and deliver outcomes that are unique and creative while making the experience fun and exciting. FREE ADVICE: Take what you have and create a look by implementing new items and preserving the old. You don’t have to completely start over in order to have a current look, just an open mind to new concepts with what you already have.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
brenda@grandeurdesign.com or susan@grandeurdesign.com GrandeurDesign.com
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Adrian W. Wright Wright at Home
FOCUS: Full design services for new construction and significant remodeling. GREATEST PERSONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT: “Doing what I love to do ... and getting paid for it! The old saying, ‘Do what you love, and you’ll never work another day in your life,’ is true. I have been blessed with the best of both worlds — my retail stores, Wright at Home, WREST and WRARE, where I enjoy meeting and working with different people every day, and my design consulting business.” GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:
The opportunity to assist clients with coast to coast projects. Recognized by Fort Worth, Texas magazine “BEST OF” four years straight! CURRENT TRENDS: “Transitional elements with clean lines and continued use of reclaimed products.” WHAT SETS HIM APART: Wright’s 24 years of experience as a design consultant has graced com-
mercial, residential, hospitality, multifamily and clubhouse properties. He offers reliable contractors and an in-house design studio featuring samples from the industry’s leading manufacturers like Scalamandre, Robert Allen, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Schumacher, Donghia and Pollack Fabrics, G.P. & J. Baker, Greeff and Gramercy. “I have the ability to develop different design formats — from contemporary, European, elegance, traditional, transitional to French Modern.” FREE ADVICE: “When choosing a design consultant, ask for a referral from friends. Once you’ve found the right consultant, develop a realistic budget and time frame.”
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Medical Oncology for Breast Cancer Treatment
Q: What role does a Medical Oncologist play in the treatment of breast cancer?
A: An oncologist has a very unique role in the management of patients with breast cancer, including assuming responsibility for ultimately conveying to the patient details about the stage and type of breast cancer. The oncologist explains the treatments usually given for that kind of breast cancer and the success rate of those treatments. Then he or she recommends the best course of action, monitoring and managing the side effects of treatment, explains any clinical trials for which the patient may qualify, and monitors for the success of the treatment.
Q: Are there any new advances in the medical treatment of breast cancer?
tor of cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6), has patients with estrogen receptor positive metastatic breast cancer.
and nutrition consultation. USMD believes in delivering comprehensive care, not just for the disease, but for the individual as well.
Q: What makes the USMD Oncology Program stand out from others?
A: The USMD oncology program is well-rounded and includes boardoncologists, and breast surgeons. The program offers multiple diagnostic modalities–including PET/CT, mammogram, sonogram, and MRI–multi-disciplinary tumor boards, robotic cancer surgery capability, infusion capabilities for chemotherapy/immunotherapy, state-ofthe-art radiation equipment, oncology navigators and an integrative medicine program.
A: Oncology seems to be a very rapidly evolvcurrent chemotherapy regimen given prior to surrate of chemotherapy. Aromatase inhibitors have (DCIS). Palbociclib, an orally active selective inhibi-
Q: Are there any complementary treatment services for patients at USMD?
A: USMD has a very well-organized, unique integrative medicine program available for breast cancer patients which provides multiple complementary services including yoga, acupuncture, medical massage therapy, Biomat, music therapy,
Revathi Angitapalli, M.D. Medical Oncology
USMD Cancer Center
811 W. Interstate 20, Ste. G-14 Arlington, TX 76017 uant.com
888.444.USMD
Increased Options for Treating Breast Cancer
Q: Are there any new surgical treatments/ advances for treating breast cancer?
A: Advances in surgical technique have increased the options for surgery in patients with breast cancer and have improved the cosmetic
outcome. Most women diagnosed with an early stage breast cancer will be good candidates
for breast conservation surgery, which involves performing a lumpectomy and a sentinel lymph node biopsy. Utilizing principles of plastic surgery to aid in the removal of the cancer can minimize changes in the breast. Skin sparing mastectomy (removing the nipple and areola along with all of the breast tissue, but leaving the rest of the skin) and nipple sparing mastectomy (removing all of the breast tissue, but leaving all of the skin including the nipple and areola) have increased over the past several years.
Q: Are there different types of breast cancer?
A: There are many different types of breast cancer. The types of cancer can come from different components of the breast, such as the milk ducts or lobules. However, the most important differences between breast cancers have to do with the receptor status. Most breast cancers are what we call Estrogen and Progesterone receptor positive. That means that the female hormones can feed these types of cancer.
Q: Are there any steps women can take to help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer?
A: The greatest risk of developing breast cancer is being a woman and growing older. Smok-
ing, obesity and inactivity all increase the risk of developing breast cancer. Screening mammography is still the best tool we have to catch breast cancer at its earliest stages and minimize the amount of treatment required. If you and/or ovarian cancer, you could have genetic counseling/testing.
Q: Why do you prefer to take your patients to USMD Hospital at Arlington?
A: At USMD, we have a comprehensive Breast Program, which not only offers all of the surgical options discussed above, but also offers the most advanced imaging services in the area. We also have oncology, radiation oncology, breast surgery, and integrative health services available all within the USMD campus.
A: Hormone replacement therapy is a broad term used to describe treatment for women during menopause. With 95 percent of women becoming menopausal between the ages of 45-55, women
sleep disturbances and mood lability. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has long been a mainstay in treating these problems. HRT consists of two basic regimens, estrogen plus progesterone and estrogen only. Progesterone is added to estrogen in women who still have a uterus to prevent a possible increase in uterine cancer. Estrogen is the most effective treatment available for relief of
night sweats.
Q: replacement therapy?
A: Besides relief of menopausal symptoms, there are some other benefits to HRT, especially in women between the ages of 45-60. Studies have shown a decrease in osteoporosis, along with hip and vertebral fractures. Studies also show a decrease in coronary heart disease and its mortality, and a lower incidence of type 2 diabetes.
hysterectomy is a lower incidence of breast cancer when taking only estrogen.
Q: What are the risks?
A: The biggest concern in women taking HRT has
been the reported increase in breast cancer. The current recommendation now is to use combined perhaps another therapy.
Q: Who is a good candidate for HRT?
A: Any woman in menopause should be considered for HRT. Contraindications include history of breast or uterine cancer and history of blood clots. For women over 60, non-hormonal treatments increase after this age.
Q: Is HRT right for me?
A: HRT has long been shown to improve quality of life for women struggling with the symptoms of -
ity of sleep, and improvement of vaginal dryness
Theodore Krum, M.D. OB/GYN
USMD Arlington North Clinic
809 W. Randol Mill Road Arlington, TX 76012 USMD.com 888.444.USMD
Caring for Breast Cancer Patients at USMD
Q: What is an Oncology Nurse Navigator?
A: An Oncology Nurse Navigator is the primary point of contact for cancer patients from initial diagnosis to completion of treatment. A registered nurse who provides guidance and support through the challenges of breast cancer, her responsibilities include monitoring, coordinating, care, and educating cancer patients as well as family members
through the system. She’s another resource on the patient’s medical team. If you are diagnosed with breast cancer, you might not be sure how to identify physician specialists who meet your needs and what appointments you should schedule. That’s why USMD started the Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator program. The goal is to make sure you have the support, guidance and resources you need to navigate the healthcare system.
Q: Did you have any special training for this role?
A: I completed an oncology nurse navigation course, and in the near future, I will complete a certification in breast cancer. I’ve spent 40 years as a nurse and at least 27 years with oncology patients. After experiencing breast cancer myself, I became a much more compassionate nurse.
Q: What helped you decide to become an Oncology Nurse Navigator?
A: Understanding all the needs of the patient with cancer from
side effects, fear, anxiety, etc. I can answer questions much more accurately after experiencing the treatment of chemotherapy and radiation therapy myself. I wanted to be able to help patients as well as their family members through this very
Q: How does the USMD Breast Center differentiate itself from other programs?
A: A patient can receive cancer screening, biopsy, surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, genetic testing and radiation therapy at a single location, while a nurse navigator carefully guides the patient through the treatment and recovery process. USMD Breast Center offers the most upto-date treatment and has the most compassion for its patients. I am proud to be a member of the USMD’s Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator team.
Judy Matlock, RN, ONN Oncology Nurse Navigator
USMD Hospital at Arlington 801 West I-20 Arlington TX, 76017 Usmdarlington.com 888.444.USMD
Options for Breast Reconstruction at USMD
Q: What are the most common procedures for breast reconstruction?
A: The two major types of breast reconstruction
woman’s breast or (2) using her own tissues. The most common type of reconstruction uses a temporary device, called a tissue expander, placed at
size and shape are achieved, the expander is replaced with a more long-term breast implant, usually made of silicone gel. A recent trend is to skip the tissue expander step and place the final breast implant at the time of the mastectomy. The second major type of reconinvolves using the woman’s own tissues instead of breast implants, taking some of the extra skin and fat from a woman’s abdomen, attaching it to blood vessels near the breast, and creating a nice breast shape with it.
Q: Can you explain the different types of mastectomies?
A: An operation that results in the removal of the breast is called a mastectomy. When only part of the breast with the cancer in it is removed, it is called a partial or segmental mastectomy. When all of the breast tissue is removed, it’s called a simple or complete mastectomy. A reconstructive plas-
tic surgeon works with the surgeon to design the incisions to help optimize the reconstructive result. With small cancers located a few inches from the nipple, it may be possible to keep the nipple, called a nipple-sparing mastectomy. If the nipple needs to be removed, but most of the breast skin is not removed, it’s termed a skin-sparing mastectomy. A modified radical mastectomy, in which all of the breast tissue and all of the lymph nodes are removed, is less common today.
Q: Why do you like performing surgery at USMD Hospital at Fort Worth?
A: USMD Hospital at Fort Worth is a smaller hospital that focuses on surgery. The high nurseto-patient ratio makes it possible for patients to receive great care, reflected by the hospital’s
Kelly R. Kunkel, MD Plastic Surgery 1830 8th Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76110
kunkelplasticsurgery.com 888.444.USMD
Schedule Your Well-Woman Exam Annually
Q: Who should receive an annual well-woman exam?
A: Every woman should receive her
she should see an OB/GYN to discuss safe sex, birth control and STD testing. After age 65, women no longer need pap smears unless they have history of abnormal results. However, women over 65 should still receive an annual well-woman exam.
Q: Why is it important?
A: An annual well-woman exam includes a breast exam and a thorough exam of the vagina to look for lesions or abnormalities. This is also a time to discuss general health and make sure vaccinations are up to date.
Q: What should patients expect during this visit?
A:trol and safe sex counseling, and an HPV vaccine, if needed
birth control, safe sex and preconception counseling, and an HPV vaccine, if needed
control, safe sex and preconception counseling test, and birth control and preconception counseling, if applicable
referral for a mammogram, and birth control counseling and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) referral, if applicable
gram referral and menopause and HRT referral, if applicable
Q: What if the results are abnormal?
A: Depending on age and severity of the abnormality, we may opt to repeat the pap in one year, test for HPV or perform a colposcopy.
A colposcopy is a microscope used to examine the cervix. It helps OB/ GYNs look for changes suggestive of cellular damage. If cellular damage is found, a biopsy is taken. The results of the colposcopy further determine how the abnormality is managed— either by monitoring closely and doing a repeat pap annually or performing a LEEP or cone procedure, which are minor outpatient procedures.
Patricia
O’Toole, D.O.
USMD Alliance Fort Worth Clinic
Texas Health Trail, Ste. 250 Fort Worth, TX 76244
USMD Hospital at Fort Worth is home to 11 of the area’s foremost orthopedic, neuro and spine surgeons – people passionate about getting you back to the activities you love.
Joseph Daniels, D.O. Orthopedic Surgery
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Medical Facilities directory
Tarrant County area hospitals, rehab and cancer centers
Hospitals
Baylor All Saints Medical Center at Fort Worth 1400 Eighth Ave. Fort Worth 76104 817.926.2544
baylorhealth.com/AllSaints
574 beds, 1,048 physicians
Baylor All Saints Medical Center at Fort Worth is an award-winning, full-service hospital that has been serving Fort Worth and surrounding communities for more than 100 years. Baylor Fort Worth offers a comprehensive range of services including programs in cardiology, transplantation, neurosciences, oncology and women’s services.
Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine 1650 W. College St. Grapevine 76051 817.481.1588
Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine is a fullservice, fully accredited notfor-profit hospital offering advanced medical services for cardiovascular services, women’s services, diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, spine, oncology, neurology, intensive and emergency care and a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive
Care Unit (NICU). In 2013, Baylor Grapevine opened a new four-story patient tower to serve the growing needs of the community.
Baylor Surgical Hospital at Fort Worth 1800 Park Place Fort Worth 76104
817.334.5050
mcsh-hospital.com
34 beds, 183 physicians
Baylor Surgical Hospital is an affiliate of United Surgical Partners International, an international company partnered with 60 local physicians with specialty areas of orthopedics, pain medicine, urology, general surgery, gynecology, ophthalmology, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, podiatry, oral surgery and ear, nose and throat surgery.
Cook Children’s Medical Center 801 7th Ave. Fort Worth 76104
682.885.4000
cookchildrens.org
430 beds, 694 medical staff Cook Children’s Health Care System is a not-for-profit, nationally recognized pediatric health care organization comprising eight entities — a Medical Center, Physician Network, Home Health company, Northeast Hospital,
Pediatric Surgery Center, Health Plan, Health Services Inc. and Health Foundation. The integrated system has more than 60 primary and specialty care offices throughout North Texas. Its service region includes Denton, Hood, Johnson, Parker, Tarrant and Wise counties, with an additional referral area encompassing nearly half the state.
Forest Park Medical Center Fort Worth
5400 Clearfork Main St. Fort Worth 76109
682.703.5000
forestparkfortworth.com
54 inpatient rooms
The new state-of-the-art Forest Park Medical Center Fort Worth is a physician majorityowned and governed hospital with approximately 60 local physician partners. The hospital features 54 private inpatient rooms, including family suites; six intensive care beds; 12 fully integrated operating suites; two special procedure suites; full-service imaging; and an emergency room.
Forest Park Medical Center Southlake
421 E. State Highway 114 Frontage Road Southlake 76092
817.865.4400
forestparksouthlake.com
54 inpatient Rooms
Forest Park Southlake in provides 54 patient rooms, 10 family suites, six intensive care rooms, 12 fully integrated operating suites, two endoscopy suites and fullservice diagnostic imaging. Surgical procedures range from bariatric to orthopedic to implementing the da Vinci Robotic Surgery System.
JPS Health Network
1500 S. Main St. Fort Worth 76104
817.702.3431
jpshealthnet.org
537 beds, 600 providers
JPS Health Network has served Tarrant County for more than a century. JPS is one of the 10 largest employers in Tarrant County with more than 6,000 staff members. Patients can receive services at more than 50 locations including John Peter Smith Hospital, a state-ofthe-art Patient Care Pavilion, JPS Surgical Center-Arlington, 30 primary and specialty care health centers, 20 school-based clinics, a dedicated cancer center and Trinity Springs Pavilion inpatient behavioral health facility. A highly regarded teaching hospital, JPS is home to nine residency programs. JPS is the only Level I Trauma Center in Tarrant
County and the only psychiatric emergency center in the county.
Arlington is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing quality, innovative rehabilitation to patients who have experienced a stroke, brain injury, neurological illness or injury, amputation, spinal cord injury, fracture or other disabling impairment. The hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval.
Kindred Hospital
Fort Worth 815 8th Ave.
Fort Worth 76104
817.332.4812
kindredfortworth.com
67 licensed beds, 155 physicians
Kindred Hospital Fort Worth is a long-term, acute-care facility that specializes in ventilator dependency, chronic cardiac conditions and neuromuscular or neurovascular, complex orthopedic conditions, wound care complications, multisystem organ failure, dysphasia management, postoperative complications/trauma care, multiple intravenous therapies, chemotherapy, preoperative and postoperative organ transplant care, chronic nutritional management and total parental nutrition.
80 beds, 100 plus physicians, all specialty physicians on staff
Kindred Hospital is a longterm acute care hospital that specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of medically complex patients who require an extended stay in a hospital setting. Kindred Southwest patients often need an array of services provided through an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, rehabilitation and respiratory therapists and other support staff. Kindred has experience and expertise in a wide variety of care including: pulmonary care (ventilator management and weaning), complex wound care, rehabilitation, dialysis, IV antibiotic therapy, neutropenic and pain management.
Kindred now offers a wide variety of OP services such as: Wound Care, Hyperbaric, Infusion, Endoscopic procedures, Permacath placement, Pulmonary Rehab, CT and Radiologic exams.
Kindred Hospital Mansfield is a long-term, acute-care facility that specializes in ventilator dependency, wound care complications, chronic cardiac conditions, multi-system organ failure, complex orthopedic conditions, dysphasia management, postoperative complications/trauma care, multiple intravenous therapies, chemotherapy, preoperative and postoperative organ transplant care, chronic nutritional management and total parental nutrition.
LifeCare Hospital of Fort Worth 6201 Overton Ridge Blvd. Fort Worth 76132
817.370.6078
lifecare-hospitals.com
80 beds, more than 180 physicians
LifeCare specializes in the treatment of medically complex patients who require extended hospitalization. At LifeCare Hospital of Fort Worth, the team is directed by the physician and includes nursing, case management, pharmacy, nutritional services, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, hyperbaric therapy and wound care, recreational therapy, social services and psychological services.
Medical Center Arlington 3301 Matlock Road Arlington 76015 817.465.3241
medicalcenterarlington.com
342 beds, 600 physicians
MCA is Arlington’s first certified Chest Pain Center, Tarrant County’s first designated Primary Stroke Center, Arlington’s only trauma designated hospital (Level III), Primary Cancer Center certified, and the official hospital of the Texas Rangers. Medical Center Arlington is an acute-care and full-service hospital that offers diagnostics, emergency care, therapy, surgery, women’s services, neonatal ICU, neurology, cardiology, rehabilitation services, open-heart surgery, robotic surgery, cardiovascular ICU and orthopedics.
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
2700 E. Broad St. Mansfield 76063
682.622.2000 methodisthealthsystem.
org/Mansfield
168 beds, 216 physicians
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a modern acute care hospital that has served the thriving community since 2006. The hospital is proud to offer some of the latest in medical technology and innovative treatments. It is among the top performers nationwide in both patient satisfaction and quality care. Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is part of the nonprofit Methodist Health System.
North Hills Hospital 4401 Booth Calloway Road North Richland Hills 76180 817.255.1000 northhillshospital.com
176 beds, 490 physicians
North Hills Hospital is an acute-care hospital that offers emergency services, 24-hour chest pain emergency care, ICU, PCU, a cardiac program, senior health clinic, orthopedic joint replacement and sports medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, women’s services, labor/delivery suites, a digital mammography and sonogram suite, obstetrics, nursery, an outpatient imaging center, physical therapy, dialysis, lithotripsy, advanced diagnostics/radiology, diabetes education, robot-assisted surgery, an electrophysiology lab, and a pediatric outpatient surgery center.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Fort Worth
6200 Overton Ridge Blvd. Fort Worth 76132 ohcg.info 817.361.1991
48 beds
Oceans provides 48 geriatric beds in a secured unit for ages
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55 and above who require inpatient hospitalization for psychiatric illness.
Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth
900 8th Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.336.2100
plazamedicalcenter.com
320 beds, 675 physicians
Plaza Medical Center offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services in numerous specialties, including cardiac care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics and kidney transplants. Plaza is part of HCA North Texas, one of the region’s largest, most comprehensive health care providers. In 2015, Plaza was ranked among the best hospitals in Texas by U.S. News and World Report and is recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Magnet Hospital. Plaza is the only comprehensive stroke center in Fort Worth, is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Bariatric Center of Excellence, and has an American College of Surgeons Accredited Oncology program. Plaza also is a teaching and research hospital with six graduate medical education programs and research focusing on cardiovascular, electrophysiology and neurological medicine.
Regency Hospital of Fort Worth
6801 Oakmont Blvd. Fort Worth 76132
817.840.2500
regencyhospital.com
44 beds, 190 + physicians
Regency Hospitals treat patients who have a need for longer hospital stays due to their illness, multiple injuries, pulmonary or medical
complications. These unique medical needs require more intensive, focused, hospital care combined with more aggressive therapy than a traditional hospital may be able to provide. Part of Select Medical’s national network of more than 100 specialty hospitals.
Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South 11801 S. Freeway Fort Worth 76028
817.293.9110
texashealthhuguley.org
223 beds, 350 physicians
Operated as a joint venture of Texas Health Resources and Adventist Health System, Texas Health Huguley includes an acute care hospital, a medical intensive care unit and a cardiovascular critical care unit, an accredited bone and joint center, an accredited chest pain center, a behavioral health center, a top-ranked wound care center, women's services, an emergency department, an outpatient imaging and surgery center, hospice, a nursing home and a fitness center.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance
10864 Texas Health Trail Fort Worth 76244
682.212.2000
texashealth.org/alliance
74 beds, 357 physicians
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance is a 58-bed, multi-service hospital offering acute care and wellness programs to communities in north Fort Worth, Keller, North Richland Hills, Haslet and the surrounding areas. The hospital’s services include emergency medicine, women and infant services, neonatal intensive care, imaging, physical
therapy, surgery, cardiac catheterization, occupational health and wellness programs.
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital is a fullservice medical center. Services include neurosurgery and neurology, women’s services, orthopedics, an advanced imaging center, cancer care, diabetes education, emergency and rehabilitation services for adults and children. Texas Health Arlington Memorial is a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center, nationally accredited breast center and a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology.
Texas Health Heart and Vascular Hospital Arlington 811 Wright St. Arlington 76012
817.960.3500
texashealthheartandvascular.org
48 beds, 335 physicians
Texas Health Heart and Vascular Hospital Arlington is a joint venture by Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital and participating physicians on the campus of Texas Health Arlington Memorial. Services include interventional and diagnostic cardiology, cardiac and vascular surgery, pacemakers, Automatic Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators (AICDs) and lung procedures. The EP lab features the Hansen Robotic System that allows for minimally invasive treatment for heart arrhythmia. Texas Health Heart and Vascular
Hospital is a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center and is certified as a full atrial fibrillation facility by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Azle is a community-based hospital that offers 24-hour emergency services, an intensive care unit, cardiovascular services, diagnostic imaging, surgery/outpatient procedures, rehabilitation, laboratory, endoscopy services, afterhours urgent care, and community services. The hospital received Pathway to Excellence® designation for a work environment that supports nurses.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne
201 Walls Drive Cleburne 76033
1.817.641.2551
texashealth.org/cleburne
137 beds, 74 physicians
Serving Johnson County at its current location since 1986, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne is an accredited Level IV Trauma Center, Chest Pain Center and designated as a “Baby Friendly” facility by WHO and UNICEF. Texas Health Cleburne is a full-service, acute care hospital offering orthopedic services, general surgery, rehabilitation services, ENT, Urology, pulmonology, respiratory therapy, women’s and infant’s services, digestive health services that include gastroenterology
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¾ Board Certified in both Spine and Neurosurgery
¾ Extensive training in both conservative (nonsurgical) and surgical options for treating patients with acute spinal conditions
¾ Is the Director of Neurosurgery at Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, with a brain tumor fellowship from The National Institute of Health (N.I.H.)
¾ Has been voted as one of America’s Top Doctors by his peers since 2009
¾ His extensive training has led him to treat patients from all over the world
¾ Has hospital privileges all throughout Dallas/Ft. Worth
“Our patients are the focus of our existence and we make every effort to surpass their expectations while also trying to improve their overall quality of life. This dedication continues to keep us at the top of neurosurgery and we will continue to strive to be the benchmark for which others try to achieve.”
and endoscopy suites.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.250.2000
texashealth.org/fortworth
726 beds, 1,165 physicians
Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital opened in 1930. It is a Magnet-designated hospital, and Tarrant County’s largest hospital and regional referral center. The hospital provides the following services: cardiovascular, high-risk and routine obstetrics and gynecology, neurosciences, orthopedics and sports medicine, rehabilitation, adult critical care and neonatal intensive care, trauma and emergency medicine, cancer care, medical/surgical, occupational health and more.
Texas Health Fort Worth is a Level II Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, Cycle III Chest Pain Center, Heart Failure Center, Emergency Center of Excellence, NICHE accredited, and holds a Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission in advanced palliative care, hip fracture care, orthopedic trauma care and spine surgery.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital HurstEuless-Bedford
1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford 76022
817.848.4000
texashealth.org/heb
396 beds, 548 physicians
Texas Health HEB is the first hospital in Northeast Tarrant County with a Level III Trauma Center designation and accreditation with commendation from the American College of Surgeons
Commission on Cancer. Serving Northeast Tarrant County since 1973, Texas Health HEB also is accredited as a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Center, certified as a Primary Stroke Center and designated as a “Baby Friendly” facility by WHO and UNICEF. Services include women’s services, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a dedicated oncology unit, comprehensive cardiac services (including cardiac rehabilitation), an open-to-the-public fitness center, and behavioral health services through Texas Health Springwood Hospital.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Fort Worth
Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Fort Worth opened in 1987 and offers the following comprehensive services: 24-hour emergency service, surgical and imaging services, breast health services, orthopedics and sports therapy, a level 3a neonatal ICU, adult critical care, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiovascular services, cancer care and physical rehabilitation.
Texas Health Southwest is also a Texas Ten Step, a baby-friendly program, designated facility.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville
411 N. Belknap St. Stephenville 76401
1.254.965.1500
texashealth.org/stephenville
98 beds, 70 physicians
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville is a fullservice acute care facility that
offers surgical services, women’s and infants’ services, advanced diagnostic imaging, a sleep lab and wound care services.
Texas Health Stephenville has received national accreditation as a Level IV Trauma Center and Cycle III Chest Pain Center and Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. The hospital is a Texas Ten Step, a babyfriendly program, designated facility and received Pathway to Excellence® designation for a work environment that supports nurses.
USMD Hospital at Arlington 801 W. I-20 at Matlock Road Arlington 76107
817.472.3400
usmdarlington.com
28 inpatient suites, 16-bed day surgery, four-bed SICU, 418 physicians
USMD Hospital at Arlington is physician-led, which means that executive decisions for the hospital are made by people who practice medicine. It has a comfortable, non-hospital atmosphere and compassionate professionals equipped with the latest technology that allows them to perform leading-edge spinal procedures, gastric sleeve and bypass surgery for obesity, and robot-assisted prostate and gynecology procedures that are less invasive for a quicker recovery.
USMD Hospital at Fort Worth 5900 Altamesa Blvd Fort Worth 76132
817.433.9100
usmdfortworth.com
Eight inpatient Suites, six operating rooms, more than 100 physicians
USMD at Fort Worth is part of a growing network of physician-owned hospitals
and serves both pediatric and adult patients with separate entrances, separate preoperative and separate recovery areas for each group. The hospital has diagnostic imaging and an emergency department.
Victory Medical Center Mid-Cities
1612 Hurst Town Center Drive Hurst 76054
817.345.4100
victory-healthcare. com/mid-cities
16 private inpatient suites
Victory Medical Center MidCities is part of a growing network of specialized surgical hospitals throughout Texas. The facility includes six oversized surgical suites, two special procedure rooms and 16 private inpatient suites. The surgical hospital performs specialty procedures including spinal, vascular, orthopedic and general surgery as well as podiatry, gynecology, hand surgery, neurosurgery, urology, bariatric, ENT and pain management procedures. Victory Healthcare creates a VIP experience for every patient with plush, oversized patient rooms, gourmet food and oneto-one patient care.
Diagnostics
Mansfield Outpatient Center
1670 E. Broad St., Ste. 104 Mansfield 76063
817.473.3901
medicalcenterarlington.com
As an outpatient center for Medical Center Arlington, Mansfield Imaging Center can provide individuals with anything from a CT or Ultrasound to routine X-rays. The center is accredited through the American
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Free Pregnancy Testing Center
1115 E. Pioneer Parkway, Suite 143 Arlington 76010
817.460.1147
freepregtestcenter.com
Medical Center Arlington
offers a free and easy way to determine if you are pregnant. The center offers free pregnancy testing with no appointment necessary, free physician referrals, free Medicaid application assistance, as well as free childbirth education.
Touchstone Imaging
Southwest Fort Worth 6001 Harris Parkway Fort Worth 76132
817.294.1131 www.touchstoneimaging.com
Touchstone Medical Imaging LLC is a leading provider of diagnostic imaging services in the United States. Diagnostics include High field 1.5T MRI, 3T MRI, Open MRI, CT, PET/CT, Ultrasound, Digital Mammography, Bone Density, Fluoroscopy and walk in X-ray.
Additional Locations:
Downtown Fort Worth
Rosedale
1701 W. Rosedale St. Fort Worth 76104
817.922.7780
Touchstone Imaging Grapevine
2020 W. Highway 114, Suite 100
Grapevine 76051
817.424.4800
Touchstone Imaging Grand Prairie
2740 N. State Highway 360, Suite 200 Grand Prairie 75050
972.579.4480
Touchstone Imaging Keller
601 South Main St., Suite 100 Keller 76248
817.482.2000
Touchstone Imaging Arlington
601 W. Arbrook Blvd. Arlington 76014 817.472.0801
Touchstone Imaging
Fossil Creek 5455 Basswood Blvd., Suite 550 Fort Worth 76137 817.428.5002
Touchstone Imaging Hurst 1717 Precinct Line Road, Suite 103 Hurst 76054 817.498.6575
Touchstone Imaging Downtown Fort Worth 6th 1199 8th Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817-335-9729
Touchstone Imaging Euless
350 Westpark Way, Suite 100 Euless 76040 817.283.4636
CanCer Centers
Arlington Cancer Center 906 W. Randol Mill Road Arlington 76012
817.261.4906
arlingtoncancercenter.com
Arlington Cancer Center is a comprehensive outpatient treatment facility providing innovative and personalized diagnosis, treatment, research, education and support services to adult cancer patients from around the world.
Additional Location:
Trophy Club
2800 E. Highway 114, Suite 200 Trophy Club 76262
Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center at Fort Worth – Oncology Services
1400 Eighth Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.926.2544
baylorhealth.com/ AllSaintsCancer
Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center at Fort Worth is nationally accredited by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) established by the American College of Surgeons as a “Community Hospital Comprehensive Care Program.”
Baylor Fort Worth provides patients with a breast and gynecologic health nurse navigator through the nationally accredited Joan Katz Breast Center. Baylor Fort Worth’s oncology program consists of site specific cancer conferences, lymphedema services, clinical research, inpatient hospice care, stroboscopy and speech therapy, palliative care, chronic pain management and stereotactic radiosurgery for treatment of brain tumors.
JPS Center for Cancer Care
601 W. Terrell St. Fort Worth 76104
817.702.8300
jpshealthnet.org
The JPS Center for Cancer Care provides medical oncology/ hematology, including chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, immunotherapy, clinical research, pain palliation, hospice care and radiation therapy for Tarrant County residents. JPS recently achieved accreditation, with six commendations, from the American College of
Surgeons Commission on Cancer for its care and research practices. ACOS accreditation is a distinction achieved by a mere 25 percent of cancer centers across the U.S. Moncrief Cancer Institute
400 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.288.9800
Moncrief.com
Moncrief Cancer Institute focuses on cancer prevention, survivorship and research, including cutting-edge clinical trials. Moncrief is affiliated with UT. It also partners with Fort Worth physicians and hospitals. Its new facility features a fitness area free for all cancer survivors, genetic testing and risk assessment, psychological counseling, free nutrition classes, and breast screening for insured women as well as those who are uninsured.
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital Oncology Care Unit 800 W. Randol Mill Road Arlington 76012
817.960.6100
texashealth.org/arlington
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital Oncology Care Unit is accredited with commendation as a comprehensive cancer program and provides surgical care, chemotherapy, high-dose chemotherapy, biotherapy, pain management, blood transfusions, neutropenic support and radiation therapy.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth Klabzuba Cancer Center
1300 W. Terrell St. Fort Worth 76104
817.820.4848
texashealth.org
The Klabzuba Cancer Center is
recognized by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons as an approved comprehensive community cancer program, ranking it among the best cancer treatment facilities in the country. The program is among 79 nationwide that have received the CoC's Outstanding Achievement Award for excellence in providing quality care to cancer patients.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital HurstBedford-Euless Oncology Care Unit
1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford 76022
817.848.4700
texashealth.org/heb
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-BedfordEuless Hospital Oncology Care Unit is the only hospital in Northeast Tarrant County with a three-year accreditation with commendation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The OCU offers inpatient and outpatient services to patients who require all aspects of cancer care.
Texas Oncology-Fort Worth
1001 12th Ave., Suite 200 Fort Worth 76104
817.850.2000
texasoncology.com
Texas Oncology’s comprehensive cancer centers provide diagnostics, medical oncology, radiation oncology, labs and pharmacies in convenient, community-based facilities. Texas Oncology participates with the largest network of clinical research trials nationally to provide high quality care in communities throughout the state. Texas Oncology is united with The
US Oncology Network.
Additional Locations:
Texas Oncology-Arlington
North
902 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 150 Arlington 76012
817.664.9600
Texas Oncology-Arlington
South
515 W. Mayfield Road, Suite 101 Arlington 76014
817.664.4400
Texas Breast SpecialistsBedford 1609 Hospital Parkway Bedford 76022
1300 W. Terrell Ave., Plaza Level Fort Worth 76104
817.820.4700
Texas OncologySouthwest Fort Worth 6500 Harris Parkway Fort Worth 76132
817.263.2600
Texas Oncology-Granbury
303 W. Pearl St. Granbury 76048
817.579.3700
Texas OncologyGrapevine 1631 Lancaster, Suite 150 Grapevine 76051
817.251.9080
Texas Oncology-Lake
Worth
6302-A Jacksboro Hwy. Lake Worth 76135 817-238-0277
Texas Oncology-Mansfield
2800 E. Broad St., Suite 218 Mansfield 76063 817.276.3300
Texas Urology SpecialistsMansfield
2800 E. Broad St., Suite 218 Mansfield 76063
817.276.3300
Texas Oncology-North Richland Hills
4351 Booth Calloway Road, Suite 208 North Richland Hills 76180 817.284.4994
Texas OncologyWeatherford 911 Foster Lane Weatherford 76086 817.597.7900
The Center for Cancer and Blood DisordersCentral Campus 800 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth 76104 817.759.7000 thecentertx.com
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders provides patients with services that include medical oncology, radiation oncology, cyberknife, hematology, and a wide array of patient support services.
Additional Locations:
The Center at Arlington 300 W. Arbrook, Suite A Arlington 76014 817.333.3300
The Center at Burleson (Inside Texas Health Resources Huguley Fort Worth South Hospital) 11805 S. I-35 W., Suite 201 Burleson 76028 817.551.5312
The Center at Cleburne 141 S. Westmeadow Drive Cleburne 76033 1.817.641.1700
The Center at Fort Worth Southwest (Inside THR Harris Southwest) 6100 Harris Parkway, Suite 260 John Ryan Building Fort Worth 76132 817.333.3282
The Center at Granbury Lake Granbury Medical Center 1308 E. Paluxy Road, Suite 205 Granbury 76048
1.817.573.7338
The Center at Mineral Wells 400 SW 25th Ave. Mineral Wells 76067 1.940.325.0627
The Center at Stephenville 150 River North Blvd. Stephenville 76401 1.866.454.6560
The Center at Weatherford 920 Santa Fe Weatherford 76086 1.866.596.0637
USMD Breast Health Center
801 W. Interstate 20 Arlington 76017 888.444.USMD usmdbreasthealth.com
USMD Breast Health Center is the only breast center in North Texas that can care for patients from diagnosis to treatment to recovery, all under one roof. No one else has this combination of services and support. USMD’s unique program fights cancer on all fronts, providing patients with integrative care comprised of physical, mental and spiritual elements, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, nutritional therapy, counseling and massage therapy. The program also provides patients
with access to a nurse navigator, someone to guide each patient through their personal journey, answer questions and provide support every step of the way.
USMD Prostate Cancer Center
801 W. Interstate 20, Suite 1 Arlington 76017
1.888.PROSTATE
usmdpcc.com
USMD Prostate Cancer Center offers a uniquely comprehensive approach to prostate cancer treatment and management — an all-inclusive facility for prevention tactics and diagnostic procedures in addition to a wide variety of treatment options. The physicians at USMD Prostate Cancer Center are among some of the most experienced in the world. More than 4,500 robotic prostatectomy surgeries have been performed at USMD PCC. USMD PCC is also home to one of the largest and most experienced cryotherapy programs in the world.
REHABILITATION CENTERS
Baylor All Saints Medical Center Rehabilitation and Outpatient Therapy
1400 8th Ave.
Fort Worth 76104
817.922.7105
baylorhealth.com
Baylor Rehabilitation System is a network of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs and services located across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Cityview Care Center
5801 Bryant Irvin Road Fort Worth 76132
817.346.3030
cityviewcare.com
Cityview Care Center provides 24-hour skilled nursing care in an advanced facility with innovative programs. It also boasts the Express Recovery Unit with 36 beds offering rehabilitation geared toward average stays of two weeks or less.
Emerald Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
5600 Davis Blvd.
North Richland Hills 76180
817.503.4700
emeraldhillsrehabhcc.com
Emerald Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center with its partner Rehab Pro, offers physical, occupational and speech rehabilitation in a patient-centric approach. Fort Worth Center of Rehabilitation 850 12th Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.882.8269 fortworthcenterofrehabilitation. com
Fort Worth Center of Rehabilitation offers stateof-the-art facilities for a wide array of comprehensive rehabilitation and long-term care services. A 4,000-squarefoot gym is the base of operations for rehab services provided such as multiple trauma, pulmonary, oncology, respiratory, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.
HealthSouth
Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth 1212 W. Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth 76102
817.870.2336
healthsouthfortworth.com 60 beds, number of physicians varies
HealthSouth is the nation’s largest provider of rehabilitation services. The therapists, medical staff and physicians strive to return patients to the community at their optimal level of independence as quickly as possible by using every available technology. Services include acute inpatient rehabilitation and pain management. The hospital holds the Joint Commission DiseaseSpecific Care Certification in Amputee Rehabilitation and Stroke Rehabilitation.
Additional Locations:
HealthSouth
Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington
3200 Matlock Road
Arlington 76015
817.468.4000
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Cityview 6701 Oakmont Blvd. Fort Worth 76132
817.370.4700
The hospital holds the Joint Commission Disease-Specific Care Certification in Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Stroke Rehabilitation.
Southwest Nursing & Rehab Center
5300 Altamesa Blvd. Fort Worth 76133
817.346.1800
southwestnursingandrehab.com
Southwest Nursing & Rehab Center specializes in individualized treatment programs with a team of occupational therapists, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and speech language pathologists.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance
10840 Texas Health Trail Fort Worth 76244
682.212.5000
texashealth.org/alliance
The therapy center at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance features progressive rehabilitation technology paired with a caring and experienced team who offer a hands-on, personalized treatment approach.
Texas Health Harris
Methodist Hospital Fort Worth Mabee Rehabilitation Center 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.250.2000
texashealth.org/fortworth
With the professional staff and spacious facilities at the Mabee Rehabilitation Center and Texas Health Ben Hogan Sports Therapy Center, patients can expect personalized and effective treatment to get them back to their lives.
texashealth.org/heb Programs center on education and progressive exercise designed to help those who have chronic lung disease to return to an active and enjoyable lifestyle.
texashealth.org/heb Cardiac rehabilitation is based on a program to guide patients to a healthier lifestyle with the help of one-on-one consulting, classroom sessions and exercise.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth 6100 Harris Parkway Fort Worth 76132 817.433.1600
texashealth.org/southwest A team of physical and occupational therapists and speech pathologists provide patients comprehensive therapy in a 7,000-square-foot facility. Services include sports medicine and orthopedic services, occupational and physical therapy, speech therapy, sports rehab, certified hand therapy and vestibular and balance therapy.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Outpatient Center Burleson 2750 Southwest Wilshire Boulevard Burleson 76028
817.782.8050
texas.health.org/burleson Services include comprehensive outpatient physical therapy, sports therapy, hand therapy and cardiac rehabilitation. The center features advanced technology and equipment for patient evaluation and treatment coupled with a team of professionals who oversee a patient's rehabilitation.
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth 425 Alabama Ave. Fort Worth 76104
817.820.3400
texasrehabhospital.com
Texas Rehabilitation is designed for patients recovering from major illnesses, traumas or surgeries. It is a joint venture between Texas Health Resources Centerre Healthcare Corp. Sports Rehab Specialists 1901 Cooper St. Fort Worth 76104
817.877.8977
sportsrehabspecialists.net
Sports Rehab Specialists is a privately owned outpatient physical therapy clinic. Programs and services include general orthopedic and post-surgical rehab, spine stabilization, manual therapy, return to work programs, custom shoe orthotics, vertigo/ vestibular rehab, pelvic floor dysfunction/women’s health and fall prevention programs.
HealtH Care Professionals Worth KnoWing
the partnership between you and your doctor is one of the most vital pairings for a happy and fit lifestyle. In matters of health, you should never settle. Selecting the right practitioner can make all the difference. To aid in choosing the perfect person for your medical needs, a few local physicians have purchased space to tell you more about themselves, their practices and how partnering with them will improve your quality of life. The information in this section is provided by the advertisers and has not been independently verified by Fort Worth, Texas magazine.
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Arlington Cancer Center
SPECIALTY: For 30 years, Arlington Cancer Center has been known nationally as a pioneer in cancer and blood disorder treatment — offering progressive, individualized care. The center’s forwardthinking team of health care professionals coordinates lab services, radiation therapy, radiology, infusion and pharmacy services for cancer treatment, as well as services for blood disorders and genetic testing for cancer conditions. The staff is committed to the fight against cancer while enhancing the health, dignity and wholeness of each person treated. At Arlington Cancer Center, high-tech meets high-touch. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Physicians are specialty-trained in the areas of medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology and
nuclear radiology. Some have trained and practiced at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. INNOVATION: The center practices genomic medicine, utilizing state-of-the-art tests to establish individualized treatment plans based on genetic profiling of each patient’s tumor. Arlington Cancer Center is also among select clinics in the United States to offer high-dose chemotherapy followed by autologous stem cell transplantation in the outpatient setting. WHAT SETS THEM APART: The physicians offer more than 150 years of combined research, teaching and practical experience in treating solid tumors, blood cancers and blood disorders. Individualized treatment plans are the center’s cornerstone, and they attract patients
worldwide who are prepared to beat cancer with clear diagnoses and advanced treatments. By analyzing tumor cells and selecting the drug that has the highest chance of efficacy, Arlington Cancer Center is able to achieve better outcomes for its patients. Accreditation by the American College of Radiology and participation in the National Oncologic PET Registry also demonstrate the staff’s commitment to fully serving the needs of patients through comprehensive cancer care, resources and treatment options. ADVICE FOR READERS: You want to beat cancer, and we are as determined as you are. Always get a second opinion in a cancer diagnosis, and know that you have an innovative partner in Arlington Cancer Center. AFFILIATION: Physicians
see and treat patients at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital.
PICTURED: Dr. Barry Firstenberg, Dr. Chad Amosson, Dr. Anwar Khurshid, Dr. Alfred DiStefano, Dr. John Adams, and Dr. Karel Dicke.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Satellite locations in South Arlington and Trophy Club
Physicians employed by Texas Health Physicians Group practice independently and are not employees of the hospital or Texas Health Resources.
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Spine Team Texas
SPECIALTY: A multidisciplinary, spine-specialized center. A model where neurosurgeons and an orthopedic spine surgeon trained in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques; physiatrists specialized in acute spine pain management and diagnostics; anesthesiologists fellowship-trained in spine pain management; and spine-focused physical therapists collaborate together for optimal patient spine care.
AWARDS: Dallas Business Journal “Healthcare Heroes – Physician Award”; Becker’s Spine Leadership Award; Becker’s “104 Spine Surgery Centers to Know”; Fort Worth, Texas magazine “Top Docs”; U.S. News & World Report “Top Docs.” AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance, Arlington Memorial Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital
of Rockwall, and Texas Health Hospital Allen. INNOVATIONS: In 2015, Spine Team Texas was the first in North Texas to implement a unique spinal cord stimulator implant, the NEVRO HF 10™ Therapy. It is unique in that it has been useful in helping to control back pain in conjunction with leg pain. BEDSIDE MANNER: We treat our patients as we would our own family members. We engage all of our staff in a customized employee customer service training module to instill the mission of “delivering the best patient experience through clinical excellence and superior customer service.” We utilize a third-party, healthcare patient satisfaction survey company, Press Ganey, to assess the patient’s satisfaction with their patient experience. The philosophy of care at Spine Team Texas is unique in that we believe surgery should
be utilized only as a last resort and only when non-surgical measures have failed to provide long-term relief. When surgery is the last option, we believe minimally invasive spine surgery techniques should be incorporated whenever possible. Spine Team Texas expanded the model to open a new full-time location in Bedford last summer. Additionally, the practice has expanded to the North Dallas market, opening clinics in Richardson and Allen, Texas this year. PICTURED: Providers from the Southlake, Fort Worth-Alliance, and Bedford clinic locations (front row,
David Rothbart,
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Spine Team Texas
left to right)
MD; Juan Bartolomei, MD; (back row, left to right) Thurston McMillen, MD; Eric Coligado, MD; Jennifer Donnelly-Straach; Michael Garcia, MD; Ryan Reeves, MD; Amit Darnule, MD; Cortland Miller, MD; Heather Blackburn, MD; Leonard Kibuule, MD.
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Accent on You
Cosmetic Surgery Center and Medical Spa
Y. Anthony Nakamura, M.D., P.A.
SPECIALTY: Plastic Surgery. EDUCATION: B.A., UT Austin; M.D., UTMB, Galveston; Intern resident and general surgery, LSU School of Medicine, Charity Hospital New Orleans; Plastic Surgery resident, UTMB, Galveston. CERTIFICATION: Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dallas Society of Plastic Surgeons, Fort Worth Society of Plastic Surgeons. WHAT SETS US APART: Our fully accredited on-site facility utilizes the most advanced surgical methods and technology, allowing me to provide you with optimal results in a caring and safe environment. In addition, our full-service medi spa and laser center offers injectables and non-surgical correction, as well as traditional spa procedures. COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER SERVICES:
Breast Enlargement, Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, Lipo Selection Lipo Suction, Facial Rejuvenation. MEDI SPA SERVICES: High Speed Laser Hair Removal, Restylane/Perlane/Juvederm, Sculptra, Botox/ Dysport, Medical Facials/Peels, IPL Photorejuvenation, Microdermabrasion/Microdermapeel, Active FX, Cool Sculpting. FREE ADVICE:
“Check your surgeon’s credentials, and make sure your doctor is certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Medical Specialties.” AFFILIATIONS: Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Medical Center of Arlington. CHARITABLE WORK: GRACE.
CONTACT INFORMATION: accentonyou.com
Allergy and Asthma Clinic of Fort Worth
James Haden, M.D., P.A.
SPECIALTY: Board certified in allergy and immunology, treating adult and pediatric patients. HONORS: Consistently named a “Top Doc” in Fort Worth, Texas magazine. Dr. Haden also has been frequently quoted in newspapers and has been featured on local and national news discussing the impact and control of allergies. PRACTICE PHILOSOPHY: Tailored, individualized care for allergies, asthma and related conditions. Treatment regimens are customized to the patient’s needs and lifestyle. Few conditions affect quality of life more than allergy-based symptoms, resulting in missed days of school and work, lost productivity due to distraction and misery, and fatigue due to the impact of allergies on quality of sleep. Allergies can impact almost every facet of a person’s life. Our practice empowers patients to take control of their symptoms. SPECIAL INTERESTS/INNOVA-
TIONS: RUSH immunotherapy. RUSH is a “jump start” to the allergy shot process that provides relief months faster than traditional allergy shots. CONDITIONS TREATED: Allergies (nasal and eye), asthma, food allergy, recurrent infections, sinusitis, headache, medication allergy, hives, chronic cough and many others. If you (or your child) have allergy symptoms, get evaluated and get help. You’ll be surprised what a difference it can make in your life.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
James Haden, M.D., P.A. allergyfortworth.com
Arlington Surgical Association
SPECIALTY: General surgery with breast, bariatric, minimally invasive, vascular, oncologic specialties. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: All Fellows of American College of Surgeons. AWARDS/HONORS: Roles such as Chief of Surgery and ViceChair of Surgery at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital; Medical executive committee members at Mansfield Methodist Medical Center and USMD Hospital; Program Director of the Breast Program at Texas Health Arlington Memorial. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Texas Surgical Society, Texas Medical Association, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Fort Worth Surgical Society, American Hernia Society, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. LOCAL HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: USMD Hospital Arlington, Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital, and Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. INNOVATIONS: Robotic surgery,
single site surgery, bariatric surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: We try to meet the individual expectations with the best surgical outcomes. FREE ADVICE: It’s important to take the time to educate yourself about the surgeon you’re working with and understand the advantages and disadvantages about the surgery you’re having performed. PICTURED: Ben L. Bowers, M.D., F.A.C.S.; David Dyslin, M.D., F.A.C.S.; Augustus Lyons, M.D., F.A.C.S.; Kory Jones, M.D., F.A.C.S.; and H. Paul Stiefel, M.D., F.A.C.S.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
arlingtonsurgical.com info@arlingtonsurgical.com
Diane G. Blaising, Au.D., ADA, FAAA Cityview Audiology & Hearing Aids, Inc.
SPECIALTY: Audiology and hearing aid prescription and fitting; expert advice in hearing aid product comparisons and technologies. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Board Certified American Board of Audiology; Doctor of Audiology, A.T. Still University for Health Sciences; M.S. Communication Disorders, UT Dallas, Callier Center for Communication Disorders; B.A., Austin College. MEMBERSHIPS: Academy of Doctors of Audiology; American Academy of Audiology Fellow; Texas Academy of Audiology; Associate, Christian Medical and Dental Association. AFFILIATIONS: Adjunct Faculty, Callier Center for Communication Disorders and University of North Texas. GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: When a patient refers a family member or friend into her care. INNOVATIONS: Made for iPhone Hearing Aids; hearing aids so small that they go unnoticed. Tinnitus evaluation and proven treatment for those who suffer from ringing, roaring or other
sounds in the ears. PATIENT CARE: Blaising takes the time needed to listen to patients’ concerns and formulates a unique treatment plan for each one. OUTSIDE THE OFFICE: Blaising is involved in her husband’s ministry at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. FREE ADVICE: Get a baseline hearing test, even if your hearing is OK today. Hearing tends to decline as we age. It will be helpful in the future to have a record of your hearing before it changes. PICTURED: (left to right) Amy Summers, Joyce Parlin, Dr. Diane Blaising, Dr. Heather Dean.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
info@cityviewhearing.com cityviewhearing.com
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Carson Hearing Care
SPECIALTY: Audiology and related hearing healthcare services, with a focus on hearing instrument technology and fitting. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Robin Carson: Master’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Doctorate degree in Audiology. Christie Plock: Degree in American Sign Language and Interpreting for the Deaf and licensed hearing instrument specialist in the state of Texas. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: ASHA. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Starting my own private practice after working for nearly 20 years for others. The accomplishment of chasing a dream and pursuing excellence by offering outstanding service to those with hearing healthcare needs. INNOVATIONS: We are dedicated to providing the highest quality individualized care and to maximizing the quality of our patients’ lives through better hearing. We offer cutting edge technology and are trained across a full line of prod-
ucts. BEDSIDE MANNER: Having been diagnosed with a hearing loss since childhood, Dr. Carson has a first-hand understanding of hearing loss and solutions to hearing loss. Christie Plock has successfully managed her own tinnitus (ringing in the ears) as well as that of others. FREE ADVICE: Choosing your hearing healthcare professional is equally important as choosing your hearing solution. Hearing aid fitting is a process, not an event – choose your provider carefully. PICTURED: (left to right) Aimee Plummer; Christie Plock, HIS – Hearing Healthcare Specialist; Robin Carson, Au.D. – Doctor of Audiology; Melinda Bronstad.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
carsonhearing.com
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Central Park Ear, Nose & Throat, L.L.P.
FOCUS: Central Park ENT is dedicated to being a premier provider of extensive/all-inclusive pediatric and adult ear, nose, throat, head, neck, audiology, and allergy care. WHAT SETS US APART: Central Park ENT & Surgery Center is committed to compassionately providing our patients at a reasonable cost the highest quality medical services and to constantly improving and striving for excellence in the best interest of patient care. A few of Central Park Ear Nose & Throat services and medical procedures offered include: adenoid and tonsillectomies, allergy testing and treatment, audiological testing and hearing aids, balloon sinuplasty, ear tubes, ear wax removal, head and neck cancer surgery, hearing and balance disorders, minimally invasive nasal and sinus surgery, salivary gland disorders, sinus disorders, snoring and sleep apnea treatment, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, voice and swallowing disor-
ders. Central Park ENT has three locations for our patients’ convenience. PICTURED: (back, right to left) William Briggs, M.D.; Stuart Thomas, M.D.; Tyler Scoresby, M.D.; Rene Peña, M.D.; and Christopher Lee, M.D.; (front) Kristin Constantine, M.D.; and Dana Gibbs, M.D.
CONTACT INFORMATION: centralparkent.net
Fertility Specialists of Texas
SPECIALTY: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
INNOVATIONS: Conceiving a baby seems like it should be the easiest thing in the world–but for many couples this is not the case. Fertility Specialists of Texas has a reputation for success, both in quality of care and in pregnancy and live birth rates. We understand that our patients have unique circumstances and challenges. Beginning with the first visit, we offer comprehensive, holistic care, support, and resources. Our goal is to provide the most advanced treatment available in a caring, compassionate environment where each patient is treated as an individual. BEDSIDE MANNER: Our focus is identifying the underlying issues interfering with your ability to successfully
conceive. Success means having a baby, and our physicians provide state-of-the-art treatment options to help you reach your goals.
PICTURED: (left to right) Carlos Guerrero, PhD.; Rebecca Chilvers, M.D.; Jerald Goldstein, M.D.; Dorette Noorhasan, M.D.; and Satin Patel, M.D.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
We have 3 locations to serve our patients: Grapevine, Frisco and Dallas 214.618.2044 fertilitytexas.com
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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: Fort Worth, Texas 76132
drgregjdpm.com
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Key-Whitman Eye Center
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology – Adult Eye Care including but not limited to treatment for Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes and Dry Eyes—also offering Laser Vision Correction and High Technology Lens Implants for less dependence on glasses and contacts. WHAT SETS THEM APART: Convenience with five locations, two surgery centers, a laser center and two optical shops. They offer the most up-to-date and proven technology and care with a full range of options for improving and preserving the vision of patients. Surgeons are board certified in cataract surgery and LASIK by the American Board of Eye Surgery. HONORS: Humphrey received the Physician of the Year Award from his peers of the Tarrant County Medical Society, Arlington Branch. Drs. Hong and Barke are both Top Docs in Fort Worth, Texas magazine, 2014. MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, American
Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Texas Medical Association, Tarrant County Medical Association, Arlington Medical Society. INNOVATIONS: Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery with Trulign, Crystalens, ReSTOR, Tecnis Multifocal and the Toric lens gives patients a wide range of vision for near or far distances with less dependency on glasses or contacts. PICTURED: Ronald Barke, M.D., and Chian Huey (Amy) Hong, M.D., (not pictured) Alfred Humphrey, M.D., and Martin Faber, O.D.
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Institute of Spinal Disorders
Robert Myles, M.D., FAAOS
Anil Kesani, M.D., FAAOS
SPECIALTY: Board certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spinal surgeons. EDUCATION: Myles: Undergraduate, University of California, Riverside; M.D., Medical School at University of California, Irvine; Internship and Residency, Tulane University; Spine Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine at Houston. Kesani: Undergraduate, University College, London; M.D., University College Medical School, London; Residency, New Jersey Medical School, Newark; Fellowship, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario. INNOVATIONS: The Institute of Spinal Disorders provides patients with a better way for spine care by offering a personalized mix of treatment solutions. By utilizing an integrated delivery system for state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical options, The Institute of Spinal Disorders brings
together a comprehensive approach to spine care for the community…making back and neck pain history. FREE ADVICE: Living with pain is not living. If a patient will seek treatment in the first few critical weeks after back problems begin, he or she can often avoid a cycle of pain and have more choices for treatment without the need for surgery. PATIENT CARE: At the Institute of Spinal Disorders, every patient is treated like family.
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology: Cataract Surgery, Premium Lens Implants (Crystalens, ReStor, Tecnis, Toric Lens), Laser Refractive Surgery (LASIK with Intralase, VISX, Allegretto), Diseases of the Retina and Vitreous, Diabetic Retinopathy/Lasers, Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma Treatment. EDUCATION: B.A., Magna cum laude, Harvard University, 1986; M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, 1990; Ophthalmology Residency, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, 1995; Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, 1997.
CERTIFICATIONS: Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology. AWARDS: Physician’s Recognition Award, American Medical Association. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Texas Ophthalmological Association, Texas Medi-
cal Association, Tarrant County Medical Society. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Surgical Hospital at Las Colinas, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, Baylor Medical Center at Irving, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. PATIENT CARE: A commitment to excellence in eyecare is enhanced by our outstanding, caring staff. Reinke is a uniquely talented surgeon who personally provides all preoperative and postoperative care.
CONTACT INFORMATION: reinke.southlake@gmail.com
Torrance Walker, M.D. THC Bone & Joint Clinic
SPECIALTY: Orthopaedic Surgery with subspecialty in Adult Orthopaedic Reconstructive Hip and Knee Surgery. EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS: M.D., University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, Campbell Clinic, UT Memphis; B.S., University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff; Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS); Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons; American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine; American Medical Association; Tarrant County Medical Society; Baylor Quality Alliance. LOCAL HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Baylor All Saints Medical Center, Baylor Surgical Hospital at Fort Worth. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Becoming Board Certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and completing fellowship training
in Adult Reconstruction. INNOVATIONS: I offer same day or next day discharge to home after total hip or knee replacement. I call this joint replacement for the active adult or mature athlete. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Patients say I am always smiling. I’m happy to help them get better. Because I offer a variety of treatment options for hip or knee problems, I listen carefully for the patient’s goals and desires for his or her activity after surgery and team up with them to develop a treatment plan that maximizes the preservation of natural knee structures and sets a path for them to return to living the way they want.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
DrTorranceWalker.com
DrTorranceWalker@DrTorranceWalker.com
Jewel Charity Ball
Benefiting Cook Children’s Medical Center
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Water Gardens Plaza
Fort Worth Convention Center
To learn more about Jewel Charity, visit jewelcharity.org or call (817) 732-9333 extension 4.
JEWELCHARITY.ORG (817) 732-9333
Celebrity Cutting Careity and
Things to do in October
American country music artist Chris Cagle plays at Billy Bob's on Oct. 16. To read more about the live musical performances at Billy Bob's this month, turn to page 218.
Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s
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Send calendar information to Fort Worth, Texas : The City’s Magazine, c/o Jennifer Casseday-Blair, executive editor, 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 130, Fort Worth, Texas 76116, or e-mail ideas to jcasseday@fwtexas.com. Special consideration will be given to submissions that include photographs. To meet publishing deadlines, information must be received two months prior to monthly magazine issue.
MuseuMs
Artist Talk: Laura Wilson, Oct. 1
In conjunction with the exhibition Laura Wilson: That Day, photographer Laura Wilson will discuss her process, influence, and experiences
when creating her images of the modern American West. Lecture from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Wilson will be available to sign her publications after the lecture. Reservations are required. Registration for this program opens Septem-
ber 1. Call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@ cartermuseum.org to register. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Sharing the Past through Art, Oct. 8
Designed for adults with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, participants discuss artists, exhibitions, and themes, and use artworks to connect to past experiences. Interactive Tour from 10:30am to 11:45am. Call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@cartermuseum.org to receive helpful instructions and parking information. No reservations are required. There is a designated barrier-free entrance near accessible parking for vehicles displaying the appropriate disability permits on Lancaster Avenue (the museum’s south side). If these spaces are full, you may drop off participants at the museum’s Lancaster entrance and park personal vehicles or minibuses for free in the museum’s lot located off of Camp Bowie Boulevard on the museum’s east side. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Will Barnet’s Self-Portrait, Oct. 17 Gallery Talk Back from 10:30am–11:30am. Share your observations and discover new insights about Will Barnet’s Self-Portrait (1952–53). No reservations are required. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933. Art in the Dark, Oct. 22
Find your creative side during this exciting program that features hands-on demonstrations, music, tours, and more inspired by the special exhibition Self-Taught Genius: Treasures from the American Folk Art Museum. Community Program from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. No reservations are required. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Trivia Night, Oct. 29
Put on your thinking cap for a casual evening of trivia inspired by the Amon Carter’s collection. Bring a group (up to six people per team) or come alone, and enjoy snacks, drinks, and prizes during this friendly competition. Questions will cover a wide range of topics, so no art history degree is required! Participants in this program must be at least 18 years of age. Reservations are required. Registration for this program opens September 1. Call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@cartermuseum.org to register. Adult Program from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Día de los Muertos, Oct. 31
The Amon Carter is excited to sponsor an art-making booth at Artes de la Rosa’s annual
Dia de los Muertos Artes de la Rosa's annual Dia de los Muertos celebration is a free family festival on Oct. 31. Artwork by Erin Curry.
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Día de los Muertos celebration! This free family festival features a drum and puppet procession from Marine Park to the Rose Marine Theater Plaza (procession begins at 7 p.m.), as well as music, dancing, face painting, and pan de muerto. Bring your friends and family to share in this rich Mexican tradition. No reservations are required. Community Program from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Highlights from the Permanent Collection, through March 20
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents a new installation of the permanent collection. This re-arrangement consists of treasured favorites, rarely seen works from the vault, and new acquisitions.“While our collection is relatively small, it is very high in quality and includes major works by some of the most
important artists of our time. These pieces are internationally known and should be on view on a regular basis, as visitors travel long distances to see them. However, seeing these works in different configurations creates new contexts for appreciating them. Fortunately, our Ando building offers some very special and unique spaces in which we can re-organize the collection. The Museum’s first floor is a particularly interesting arrangement of galleries. Rather than a strictly chronological presentation, this re-distribution will be presented as clusters of works centered on regions or individual artists,” notes Chief Curator Michael Auping. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
Pasture Crows Crossing Indian Creek, through May 30, 2016
A visionary storyteller, Esther Pearl Watson (b. 1973) blends memories and imagination
to capture her Texas upbringing. A mural-size painting (about 13 feet tall and 10 feet wide), Pasture Cows Crossing Indian Creek, was created specifically for the Amon Carter’s atrium. It is part of the museum’s program of rotating contemporary artworks in the atrium space and an exciting addition to an ongoing exploration of Texas artists and their contributions to modern American art. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
Remington & Russell, Retold, through Jan. 10
This exhibition will be the largest display of oil paintings and watercolors by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell in the permanent collection since 2005. The museum is considered to have one of the most significant private collections of paintings by the iconic Western artists in the United States. Daily. Sid
Kinky Boots Inspired by true events, Kinky Boots takes you from a gentlemen's shoe factory in Northampton to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. See the performance at Bass Hall from Oct. 27-31.
Richardson Museum. 309 Main St. sidrichardsonmuseum.org. Contact: 817-332-6554.
Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic Exhibition Tour, through Jan. 2 Tours led by Museum-trained docents provide a unique experience based on close viewing and conversation. All tours are free for Modern members and free to the public with admission to the galleries. Public tours focused specifically on current special exhibitions are available at 2 pm on the first Saturday of each month. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.
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.
Sensory Saturdays, Second Saturdays of every month
Sensory Saturdays is a free program for families with children who are five to twelve years old and on the Autism spectrum. Families will have time to explore artworks in the galleries and get creative during a hands-on, art-making experience! Family Access Program from 10:30am
to 12:00pm. While the needs of individuals with Autism are the focus of this program, it is also intended to be fun for parents, siblings (of all ages), and other relatives! Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.
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.; 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
Cecil Touchon, through Oct. 10
Touchon continues to explore the realm of collage from his studio in the central Mexico mountains overlooking the colonial city of Cuernavaca and “El Popo”, the area’s resident volcano. Much of his imagery is derived from Touchon’s fascination with the differences between how the modernist ideal has evolved in Mexico and the United States and the resulting variations of a modernist aesthetic. Touchon’s primary exploration of collage is contained within a series of works entitled the Fusion Series began in 1983 as a sort of visual diary. Comprising more than 1,750 works to-date, the series has explored a variety of styles throughout the years but is currently most influenced by his life in Cuernavaca. Campbell Contemporary Art. 4935 Byers Ave. williamcampbellcontemporaryart.com. 817.737.9566
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 happen-
Coming Home Magnolia at the Modern will show Coming Home from Oct. 9-11.
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ings. 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
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.
Oct. 1: Mike & the Moonpies. Tickets. $10
Oct. 2: Chase Bryant. Tickets. $12-$20
Oct. 3: Josh Abbott Band. Tickets: $18- $28
Oct. 8: Parker McCollum. Tickets: $10
Oct. 9: Jason Boland & the Stragglers. Tickets: $15-$20
Oct. 10: Easton Corbin. Tickets: $16-$28
Oct. 15: Flatland Cavalry. Tickets: $10
Oct. 16: Chris Cagle. $16-$22
Oct. 17: Chris Young. $18-$40
Oct. 22: Eleven Hundred Springs. Tickets: $10
Oct. 23: Kyle Park. Tickets: $12-$18
Oct. 24: 2015 World Steak Championship. Tickets: $40
Oct. 24: Gary Allan Tickets: $20-$80
Oct. 29: Dolly Shine. Tickets: $10
Oct. 30: Josh Weathers. Tickets: $12-$18 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
Oct. 1: vs. Angels, 7:05 p.m.
Oct. 2: vs. Angels, 7:05 p.m.
Oct. 3: vs. Angels, 7:05 p.m.
Oct. 4: vs. Angels, 2:05 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys dallascowboys.com
Oct. 4: @ Saints, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 11: vs. Patriots, 3:25 p.m.
Oct. 25: @ Giants, 3:25 p.m.
TCU football gofrogs.cstv.com
Oct. 3: vs. Texas, TBA
Oct. 10: @ Kansas State, TBA
Oct. 17: @ Iowa State, TBA
Oct. 29: vs. West Virginia, 6:30 p.m.
stage and theater
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, through Nov. 1
Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 8:00 PM. 3:00 PM. Jubilee Theater. 506 Main Street. jubileetheatre.org. 817.338.4206
Kinky Boots, Oct. 27 – 31
Inspired by true events, KINKY BOOTS
takes you from a gentlemen's shoe factory in Northampton to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. Charlie Price is struggling to live up to his father's expectations and continue the family business of Price & Sons. With the factory's
future hanging in the balance, help arrives in the unlikely but spectacular form of Lola, a fabulous performer in need of some sturdy new stilettos. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Bass Performance Hall. 525 Commerce St. basshall.com. 817-212.4300
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 attractions and events
Frontier Fall Fest, Oct. 24
Grab your pumpkins and shuck your corn... it’s time for a good old-fashioned Frontier Fall Fest! More info coming soon...so stay tuned! Cost is regular Village admission plus $3 craft fee if you would like to make a corn husk doll. Log 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. 4-17 ages $4.50. $5.00 ages & 60+. $4.00 ages 18+. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881
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 laidback, 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 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
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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.
Friday on the Green, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14
Celebrating its sixth season, the Southside’s free monthly concert series offers live tunes and yummy tasties from nearby eateries. Bring your pals, blankets, chairs and pets for and get ready to picnic and party Southside style. 7–10 p.m. Magnolia Green Park, 1201 Lipscomb St. fortworthsouth.org.
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.
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.
Second Saturday at the Sid Richardson, Sept. 13, Oct. 11
Take a guided tour of an extraordinary group of paintings by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and other late 19th century artists who shaped the public's perception of the American West. 2 p.m. Then watch a live performance by Roberta Atkins as she highlights the career of cowboy artist Charles Russell, told from the perspective of his wife, Nancy Cooper Russell. Free. Sid Richardson Museum. 309 Main St. sidrichardsonmuseum.org. 817.332.6554.
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.
Culinary ventures in and around town
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a recent visit to The Buffet Restaurant at the Kimbell Art Museum, they featured a lentil, barley and kale salad. Other
pies with personality
For discerning palates, one TCU-area pizzeria is serving up artisanal flavors with a relaxed vibe and college friendly pricing sure to appeal to any “snob.”
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Opened early last year, pizza snob describes itself as “a cozy place to play with your pizza, sip a beer in a chilled glass and laugh.” And while they impishly claim to have no idea what they’re doing, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, the startup opened a second location in Denton over the summer.
Pizza Snob is a build-your-own concept done right, offering fresh and unique ingredients cooked up on thin crusts in just a couple of minutes. All pizzas are meant for one, but are generous enough to share.
Unlike other build-your-own pizzerias, Pizza Snob avoids the “fast food chain” atmosphere. The dining room is warm and inviting, with contemporary pendant lighting and wood accents. Order numbers are called up on a large Bingo board. Food is served up fast, but diners are encouraged to linger over a glass of wine or pint of Community draft beer. During a Tuesday night visit, the place was lively, and as expected, the clientele was primarily college-aged and adult families.
A chalkboard lists a handful of specialty pizzas available, and a few daily specials are handwritten on a large roll of butcher paper above the pizza bar. The only “rule” for custommade pizzas is that customers are allowed to choose only four ingredients. I didn’t think this was a big deal until I saw the toppings available—red pepper asiago, garlic-buttered meatballs, beer-glazed onions, oven-roasted potatoes and
The Cordon Bleu pizza at Pizza Snob is a satisfying combination of oven-roasted chicken, applewood smoked ham, rosemary goat cheese and red wine baby bellas.
You Will Not Want To Miss This Conversation
Alliance For Children Presents
The
Great Conversation Dinner
Featuring a book signing, reception, and an exclusive interview hosted by CBS 11’s Karen Borta with our special guest
Elizabeth Smart
Abduction Survivor, Founder of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, and Inspiring Communicator of Hope
Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 6-9 pm
Jim Schlossnagle, TCU Head Baseball Coach
A Sneak Peek of Other Special Guests: For sponsorship and ticket information contact: pmcnamara@allianceforchidlren.org or call 817-348-1167.
Jeff Williams, Mayor of Arlington Ava Pine, Opera Singer
Johnny Campbell, Sundance Square CEO
Greg Shaffer, Former FBI
Sean Harris, Former Marine and SWAT Member
Judge Quentin McGown, Fort Worth Historian
Dana Bowman, Amputee, Skydiver Extraordinaire
Darvis “Doc” Patton, Three-Time Olympian
Paulie Ayala, World Champion Boxer
Norm Lyons, Former VP of Community Development, Texas Rangers
Tom Slone, Author and CEO of Touchstone Comm.
Georgia James Clarke, Artist
Proceeds from this event benefit Alliance For Children, Tarrant County’s Children’s Advocacy Center.
caramelized pineapple for starters. However, the staff is happy to offer samples for those having a hard time deciding.
Location: 3051 S. University Drive (across from TCU campus)
What We Like: Sure to appeal to the younger set, Pizza Snob focuses on responsible dining that supports local and craft artisans and environmentally friendly policies.
What We Don’t: We tried to like the packaged cookies from local baker Cookies, Crumbs and Crust, but despite the fun flavor combinations, the cookies were too crunchy for our taste.
Pricing may be reasonable, but the flavor is anything but budget. Pizza Snob makes off-the-beaten-path specialty combinations, from cheddar baked potato to street taco. We opted to try a couple of “snob legends.” The Cordon Bleu ($8.49) was a satisfying combination of oven-roasted chicken, applewood smoked ham, rosemary goat cheese and red wine baby bellas. For a zestier option, the Spicy Italian Sausage ($8.49) with smoked provolone and mozzarella, buttermilk Alfredo and candied jalapeños didn’t disappoint.
Our Recommendation: Go with a group so you can sample more than one specialty pizza and definitely make room for the kale salad.
Of course, pizza aficionados judge a pizza by the crust, and this one holds up to scrutiny. All pizzas are quick-fired in an electric pizza oven straight from Italy. The crusts are thin enough to fold, and not too crispy, but they don’t sag under the weight of the ingredients. I enjoyed the chewy texture and slightly charred bottom, and unlike flavorless crusts that need to be hidden under a lot of cheese, Pizza Snob’s crust was flavorful enough to stand on its own. Gluten-free crust is available for $2 extra.
discoveries was the aptly named Legendary Kale Salad ($3.49 for a side salad). It may well be the best take on a kale salad I have ever tried. Tender, bite-sized kale is mixed with roasted pepitos, dried cranberries and candied ginger and served with a toasted sesame-citrus dressing. The sweetness of the dried fruit and salty umami-ness of the Asian dressing cut through kale’s stereotypical bitter notes in a palette-delighting way.
Every sauce, from the Sriracha mustard to the salsa verde, is made from scratch. We ordered a side of ranch for dipping our pizza crusts and found it wasn’t necessary. However, the freshmade dressing was so light and creamy, we sampled it anyway. Otherwise, the menu is pretty limited. Diners won’t find appetizer or dessert options other than a couple of salads and packaged cookies. However, one of the most surprising
One of the most standout features of Pizza Snob is the level of customer service. Staff was not only professional, but everyone appeared happy to be there. I was not rushed as I lingered over the menu, and at least two different employees stopped by to check on us after we received our order. With this killer combination of great service and even better food, this is one startup that appears to be here to stay. I’ve never been happier to be a snob.
Pizza Snob's Legendary Kale Salad combines tender kale, roasted pepitos, dried cranberries and candied ginger.
The Buffet Restaurant at The Kimbell offers options like soup, salad, sandwiches, quiches and desserts. The menu choices differ each week.
Inside the prestigious, modern walls of fort worth’s Kimbell art museum hang artistic masterpieces from all over the world – as one might expect at an art museum. A little more unexpected is the delicious and refreshing café tucked away on the second floor of the Kahn building.
The Kimbell Buffet Restaurant continues the building’s modern style, but creating an interesting juxtaposition, ancient Roman mosaics by unknown artists line the walls of the indoor dining area. Natural light from the glass-walled courtyard fills the room, which, combined with the high, rounded ceilings and sleek stoned walls, makes the overall atmosphere very light and airy.
The menu even mimics the café’s ambience. Menu choices differ each week but include light options like soup, salad, sandwiches, quiches and dessert. Essentially, it is your mom’s ideal “ladies lunch” spot. Also (and to my disappointment as a Dr. Pepper addict), the buffet restaurant does not offer any soft drinks. It’s strictly water, iced tea, lemonade, coffee, beer or wine.
Every week a new menu is introduced which features recipes by Shelby Schaffer, the museum’s director of food services and author of The Kimbell Cookbook The buffet-style dining allows customers to purchase plates determined by sizes (small, medium or large) then choose preferred food as they travel down the line.
When I tackled the buffet bar, my medium plate piled up quickly. I skipped the chilled guacamole soup and salad options and went straight for a scoop of fiesta chicken salad, half of a turkey sandwich with herb mayonnaise, a slice of broccoli corn cheddar quiche, a cup of fresh fruit, and a couple of bread rolls on the side, of course.
The sandwich was lackluster, giving me flashbacks of plastic wrapped sandwiches at my elementary school cafeteria, but the fiesta chicken salad was delicious – quality chicken salad with a little kick to it. However, the best part of the meal was devouring the cheesy quiche and relishing every bite of its light, buttery crust. Then, as any normal sane person should, I went back for dessert and picked up a piece of the cranberry coconut pie. For the record, it was sugaryand delightful, and I left lunch feeling anything but “light.”
location: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. for info Call: 817.332.8451
noon-2pm. Dinner served Friday nights from 5:307:30pm.
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The Kimbell Buffet Restaurant does not operate during a restaurant’s typical long business hours, so catch it while you can. Lunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesdays to Thursdays and Saturdays, and from noon to 2 p.m., Fridays and Sundays. Dinner is served on Friday nights from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dinner at the Kimbell is served in an entrée style rather than buffet and uses Schaffer’s recipes that can range from baked chicken casseroles to brisket tacos.
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top five tacos in fort Worth
Live every day like it’s Taco Tuesday
| by brianna kessler |
Could you eat taCos for breakfast, lunCh and dinner? If you answered yes, chances are you’re from Fort Worth. Everyone knows Texans love their TexMex and love their tacos even more.
NBCDFW.com reported that Estately, an online blog, conducted a survey, "Most Taco-Crazed Cities in America,” to find out which of the largest 50 U.S. cities
had the most taco enthusiasm.
Fort Worth ranked No. 2 for highest level of taco enthusiasm.
They measured the percentage of each city’s restaurants serving tacos via Yelp; the percentage of Facebook users in each city expressing interest in tacos via Facebook; and the level of Internet searches related to tacos via Google Trends, according to blog.estately.com.
So for all you taco-crazed Texans, we decided it was a no-brainer to create a list of the five best taquerias right here in Fort Worth.
no. 1:
torchy's tacos
928 northton st.
Torchy’s has accumulated an overall four-star rating among its 270 reviews on Yelp, ranking No. 1 taco spot in Fort Worth. This Americanized taco stand is known for its overly stuffed tacos, endless combinations and the always delicious queso and green chili cheese dip. Guests order at the register and choose from a variety of fun and creative tacos with funky names such as The Monk, The Democrat, or Trailer Park. There is definitely something on the menu for everyone. This place has a full bar, great service, outdoor patio and a fun down-to-earth atmosphere, making it a great spot for a quick lunch or girl’s night out.
no. 2:
Melis taqueria
4304 W Vickery blvd.
It’s the definition of why people love mom-and-pop restaurants so much. In this tiny taco shop, the menu is hand-painted on the wall. There is limited seating outside, and cash is the only acceptable form of payment. But the authentic spicy taco flavors keep guests coming back for more. With a variety of well-marinated meats and exceptionally good sauces to choose from, it’s almost impossible to stay away. This is definitely one of the best places to get that morning taco fix in a hurry. Their breakfast egg and chorizo taco is amazing and cheap.
no. 3:
salsa limón Museo
929 university drive
Salsa Limon originally started out as a food truck taco stand, but after raving popularity, it built its first restaurant off West 7th Street across from the Museum of Modern Art. It has become one of the most loved and well-known
Popular choices at Velvet Taco range from Shrimp and Grits, Buffalo Chicken and even Calamari.
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Martin House is collaborating once again with the Turtle Survival Alliance to bring back Turtle Power. A donation will be made by Martin House based on sales of the brew. Expect nutty roasted notes along with crisp malt flavor. “It is an Alt Bier with a significant amount of blackberries,”
says co-owner David Wedemeier. They are also bringing back one of their hugely successful micro-seasonal brews Septemberfest “When the leaves begin turning brown…look for this American brown ale, with plenty of oats for smoothness and impressive smoked malt,” he says. These can be found on draught only, but Martin House is canning a Christmas gift for you – look for Sugar and Spice in cans just in time for the holidays.
Collective Brewing Project plans to celebrate its first anniversary with a Bottle Release Party on Oct. 24. American Sour Red will be its first bottle offering. “It is a Flanders-style red, aged for over six months in cabernet barrels,” says co-founder Ryan Deyo. The dark amber has assertive sourness from lactobacillus and wild yeast. Also, available on draught is a new brew they are calling Suspicious Delicious. “We are known for our sour, wild and funky beers, and this one is no different,” he says. It has lightly toasted bread and peachy notes, with a dry and crisp finish. He says, “It is vaguely reminiscent of a peach cobbler.”
Rahr & Sons released Drahthaar in bottles and on tap during the dog days of August. This double IPA is in honor of the family pooch, Schnapps, and his entire breed. It packs a citrus punch with pine and grapefruit forward elements. Then there is the passion project in honor of the USS Fort Worth and her crew. Owner Fritz Rahr says, “Retired Captain T. D. Smyers is a good friend of ours. When he brought this to our attention, it was a no-brainer; of course, we would happily participate!” USS Fort Worth is an American Session Ale with touches of lemon and lime. He says, “Since the USS Fort Worth tour duties are in the Pacific where it can be a little warm, we thought this refreshing session ale would pair nicely with the ship's attributes.” A portion of all sales will be donated to the USS Fort Worth Support Committee, which provides moral support and appreciation for the ship’s crew and families.
taquerias in Fort Worth. It is the perfect place to get Mexico City street-style tacos. All tacos are made with double stacked corn tortillas, pickled cabbage, onion, cilantro, and your choice of carne asada, pollo, barbacoa, lengua, chorizo, pastor or tripa. And don’t forget to stop by the salsa bar to top your tacos off with their many flavorful homemade salsas.
No. 4:
Revolver Taco Lounge
2822
W. 7th St.
This place is a family-owned and operated business. With all of their food made to order from scratch every day, each taco plate comes with four handmade corn tortillas with your choice of the most authentic meat flavors Fort Worth has to offer. While we are aware that Revolver will only be serving Fort Worth for a short time longer, we look forward to visiting Campestre Chula Vista, brought to you by Revolver owner Regino Rojas. It is located at 1950 Menefee Ave. in Fort Worth.
No. 5:
Velvet Taco
2700
W. 7th St.
Velvet Taco is the perfect taco destination for any time of the day but especially great after a fun night out on 7th Street. Lines are always short, and the atmosphere is fun and upbeat. If you’re looking for something different and exciting in your taco, look no further. They have the most bizarre, yet amazing taco combinations. Popular choices range from Shrimp and Grits, Buffalo Chicken and even Calamari. And they’re even open late on weekends.
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american Arlington/Mid-Cities
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. $
Bj’s Restaurant And Brewhouse 201 Interstate 20 E., 817.465.5225. 11am-midnight
Curly’s Frozen Custard 4017 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8700. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Del Frisco's Grille 154 E. 3rd St., 817.887.9900. Lunch 11am-4pm Mon.-Sun.; Dinner - 4pm10pm Sun. and 4pm-11pm Mon.-Sat. $$ Dixie House Cafe 3701 E. Belknap St.,
817.222.0883. Other locations: 6200 Calhoun St., 817.451.6180. 5401 S. Hulen St., 817.361.8500. 5401 Blue Mound Rd., 817.625.4115. 6:30am-2pm Mon.-Thu. & Sat.; 6:30am-8:30pm Fri. $ Drew’s Place 5701 Curzon Ave., 817.735.4408. 10:30am-6pm Tue.-Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $-$$ Ellerbe Fine Foods 1501 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.926.3663. Closed Sun.-Mon.; 11am-2pm and 5:30pm-9pm, Tue.-Thu.; 11am-2pm and 5:3010pm, Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm, Sat. $$-$$$ The Social House 840 Currie St., 817.820. 1510. 11am-2am Mon.-Sun. $$
Fred’s Texas Cafe 915 Currie St., 817.332.0083. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. Closed Mon. 2730 Western Center, 817.232.0111. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 3509 Blue Bonnet Circle, 817.916.4650. 10:30am-2am Mon.-Sun. $$
Little Red Wasp 808 Main St., 817.877.3111. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-midnight Fri.; 10am-midnight Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun.; Brunch to 4pm Sat.-Sun. $$-$$$
The Zodiac Room At Neiman Marcus 2100 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.989.4650. 11am-3pm Mon.-Sat.; 1pm-6pm Sun. $$ Grapevine
Into The Glass 322 S. Main St. 817.442.1969. 11am-10pm Mon.-Tue.; 11am-11pm Wed.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$
Mac's on Main 909 S. Main St., Ste. 110, 817.251.6227. 11am-3pm, lunch Mon.-Sat.; 4:30-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:30-10pm Fri.&Sat.; 10am-2:30pm brunch, 4:30-9:30pm Sun.; $$
Tolbert's Restaurant 423 S. Main St. 817.421.4888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am9:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-8:30pm Sun. $$ Winewood Grill 1265 S. Main St., Grapevine, 76051 817.421.0200. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$-$$$ Keller/ l aKe Country
FnG Eats 201 Town Center Ln., Ste. 1101, 817.741.5200 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 10:30am-10pm Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. $$ roanoKe
Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 104 N. Oak, 817.491.2900. 11am-9pm daily $
Blue Hangar Cafe 700 Boeing Way, 817.491.8283. 10:30am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-2pm Sat. $ Classic Cafe 504 N. Oak St., 817.430.8185. Lunch Hours 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri. & Sat. $$$$$
Dove Creek Café 204 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4973. 6am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-3pm Sat. & Sun. $ Reno Red's Frontier Cooking 304 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4855. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ SouthlaKe
Café Express 1472 Main St., 817.251.0063. 7am9pm Sun.-Thu.; 7am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ The Cheesecake Factory 1440 Plaza Place, 817.310.0050. 11am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11ammidnight Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$ Del Frisco's Grille 1200 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.410.3777. 11am-11pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$
Wildwood Grill 2700 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.2100. 11am-11pm daily. $-$$
Weatherford
Fire Oak Grill 114 Austin Ave., 817.598.0400. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm9pm Tue.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$
Weatherford Downtown Café 101 W. Church St., 817.594.8717. 7am-3pm Mon.-Wed.; 7am8pm Thu.-Sat.; 8am-3pm Sun. $
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Bethany Boba Tea House 705 Park Row Dr., 817.461.1245. 11am-10pm daily. $
Bella Italia West 5139 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.1700. 11:30am-1:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 6pm-
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What the locals are eating this happy hour magnet on magnolia is typically swarming with characters. That makes for fun people watching.
909 W. Magnolia Ave.
Fort Worth
817.924.8646
Rumor has it that they serve a potent margarita here, and based on the howls coming from the long table set up near the musician, full of office workers who had obviously just been let off their leashes for the day, it must be true.
The menu items are similar to many Tex-Mex hotspots around town with the addition of a few South and Central American entrées, but the busy bar area is truly what sets this place apart. Colorful concoctions were being sucked through straws everywhere you looked. There is also an inviting patio dressed up with red umbrellas.
The menu is expansive with options ranging from nachos, burritos, Latin sandwiches and salads.
Buca Di Beppo 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.6262. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$ Ferrari’s Italian Villa 1200 William D. Tate
Terra Mediterranean Grill 2973 Crockett St., Fort Worth, 817.744.7485. 11am-2:30pm and 5pm-10pm, Mon.-Fri.; 11am-11pm, Sat.; noon8pm, Sun. $-$$
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Chipotle 5001 S. Cooper St., Ste. 125, 817.522.0012. Other location: 2151 N. Collins St., 817.459.0939. 11am-10pm daily. $
Chuy's 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 199, 817. 557.2489. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ El Fenix 1620 E. Copeland Rd., 682.558.8890. Other location: 4608 S. Cooper Rd., 817.557.4309. 11am-10pm daily. $
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 510 East Abram, 817.265.8226. Other locations: 4201 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, 817.516.8226. 2030 Glade Rd, Ste. 296, Grapevine, 817.416.8226. 480 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 101, Southlake, 817. 488.2500. 7am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 7am-1am Thu.; 7am-3am Fri. & Sat.; 7am-10pm Sun. $ Rio Mambo 6407 S. Cooper St. 817.465.3122.
Yucatan taco Stand
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11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.Sat. $$
Colleyville/Grapevine
El Fenix 401 State Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.421.1151. 11am-10pm daily. $
Joe T. Garcia’s 2201 N. Commerce, 817.626.4356. Cash only. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$ La Familia 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002. 11am-10pm Tues.-Fri.; 8am-10pm Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $ La Perla Negra 910 Houston St., 817.882.8108. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sun. $$ La Playa Maya 6209 Sunset Dr., 817.738.3329. Other locations: 1540 N. Main St., 817.624.8411. 3200 Hemphill St., 817.924.0698. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Los Molcajetes 4320 Western Center Blvd.,
817.306.9000. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun. $ Los Vaqueros 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. Other Location: 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.710.8828. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11 am-10pm, Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Other location: Crown Valley Golf Club, 29 Crown Road, Weatherford. 817.441.2300 $
Mambo’s 1010 Houston St. in the Park Central Hotel, 817.336.3124. 11am- 2pm Tues.-Fri.; 4pm10pm Wed.-Sat. $ Mi Cocina 509 Main St., 817.877.3600. Other locations: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444. 9369 Rain Lily Trail. 817.750.6426. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ The Original 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.6226. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Breakfast tacos: 6am-10am Mon.-Fri. $
Pappasito’s Cantina 2704 W. Freeway, 817.877.5546. Other location: 321 W. Road to Six Flags, Arlington, 817.795.3535. 11am-10pm Sun.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ all locations Pulidos 2900 Pulido St., 817.732.7571. Other location: 5051 Hwy. 377 S., 817.732.7871. 11am9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ Rio Mambo 6125 SW Loop 820, 817.423.3124. 1302 S. Main St., Weatherford. 817.598.5944. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.Sat. $$
Salsa Fuego 3520 Alta Mere Drive, 817.560.7888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun. $ Salsa Limon 929 University Drive, 817.820.0680. 7am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 7am-3am Fri.-Sat.; 7am9pm Sun. Other locations: 4200 S. Freeway, Ste. 1099, 817.921.4435. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 10am-2:45am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun.; 2916 W. Berry St. 817.675.2519. 11am-11pm Mon.; 11am-2am Tue.-Sat. $ Torchy's Tacos 928 Northton St. 817.289.8226. 7am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 7am-11pm Fri.; 8am11pm Sat.; 8am-10pm Sun. $ Uncle Julio’s 5301 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.2777. 11am-10:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11:30pm Fri.; 10am-11:30pm Sat.; 10am10:30pm Sun. $$ Velvet Taco 2700 W 7th St., 817.887.9810. 11am11pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.; 11am-4am Fri.; 9am-4am Sat.; 9am-11pm Sun. $ Southlake
Truluck’s Seafood, Steak & Crab House 1420 Plaza Pl., 817.912.0500. 5pm-10pm Sun.Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$ WilloW park
Fish Creek 4899 E. I-20., 817.441.1746. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; noon-10pm Sat. $$
southwest
Fort Worth
Blue Mesa Bar & Grill 1600 S. University Dr., 817.332.6372. Other Location: 550 Lincoln Square, Arlington, 682.323.3050. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$
Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine 4259 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.738.5489. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Tues.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm Tues.-Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $$$ Buffalo West 7101 Camp Bowie W., 817.732.2370. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $-$$$
Lonesome Dove Western Bistro 2406 N. Main St., 817.740.8810. 11:30am-2:30pm Tue.Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$
Michaels Restaurant & Ancho Chile Bar 3413 W. 7th St., 817.877.3413. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 5:30pm-
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