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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

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Thankful to Be Celebrating One Year!

Stephanie Hasbrouck CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Robert Ray Photography, Kali Hirst

AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE EAGERLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES. The winding down of the year always brings about a time of self-reflection —remembering everything we’ve accomplished in months past, considering the good fortune we’ve enjoyed and/or the tough roads we’ve navigated. Hopefully, this reflection is always accompanied by a thankful spirit—thankful for the journey and the lessons we learn.

This past year has been an incredible journey for me, personally, as we will be celebrating the one-year anniversary of Cross Timbers Lifestyle this month! I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve in this community, and to meet and support wonderful local business owners, marketing partners, philanthropic gurus, community leaders and our amazing families and readers. This community is special, and I treasure the friendships that have been formed or deepened this past year. I’ve been touched by each of you and have welcomed the challenge and opportunity to educate, inspire and connect Southern Denton County readers in a new and unique way.

Thank you to my fabulous contributors and mentors along the way. And thank you,

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As you press pause on the hustle and bustle of life this season, be thankful for your opportunities, the gifts you can share and your family and friends.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 14 Pumpkin Perfection Cara Price of the Nourished Body and Soul Shares Two Favorite Healthy Holiday Recipes

18 (Not) Home for the Holidays While the Community Celebrates, These Local First Responders Keep Watch

24 The Holiday Table Designer Kristy Mastrandonas Creates Tablescapes Worthy of the Most Memorable Occasions

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34 Giving Back Local Organizations Offer Volunteer and Donation Opportunities

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Culinary Creations

24 Locals Only 28 Financial Buzz 30 Hops & Vine 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

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GOOD TIMES

Inaugural Rhythms at the River Walk Event was Just Ducky!

Cross Timbers Rotary and a cadre of exceptional community business sponsors brought to life the inaugural Rhythms at the River Walk event on Sept. 15. A 5K, a family-friendly walk, artists and vendors, food trucks and a children's area delighted festival attendees, but the highlight was the Duck Derby featuring 15,000 ducks! More than $137,000 was raised to support Denton County charities.

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AROUND TOWN

FLOWER MOUND NAMED AMONG BEST PLACES TO LIVE Money magazine recently ranked Flower Mound as the 16th Best Place to Live in the United States.

Money stated Flower Mound is “family-friendly and close to the hubbub of Dallas-Fort Worth.” It lauded Flower Mound for its “small-town vibe,” recreational activities, “ultra-high school graduation rates” and modest home prices. The article also touted Flower Mound’s Riverwalk.

BRIDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY TO HOLD FOURTH ANNUAL BRONCO BASH NOV. 10 Bridlewood Elementary School will hold its Fourth Annual Bronco Bash and Cook-Off from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. The community event will feature a barbecue and chili cook-off, a silent auction, vendor booths, games, activities, silly-stringa-teacher, live entertainment and fun for all ages.

Last year more than 1,000 community members attended the event.

LIBERTY TENNIS TEAM SENIORS TAKE UNFORGETTABLE TRIP TO US OPEN To kick off their year, Liberty Tennis team seniors traveled to New York City to watch the US Open. Students who attended included Hunter Boyd, Jack Fetters, Olivia Govednik, Austin Hunt, Katherine Marks, Maddie Nelson, Trevor Vaccaro, Isabella Van Trease and Lauryn Walsh. Students witnessed the incredible athleticism of famed players such as Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Venus Williams. While in the Big Apple, students also took in Broadway classic Wicked and ventured to spectacular museums and parks including the impactful 9/11

MARAUDER DADS BRIGHTEN MARCUS STUDENTS' DAYS Marauder Dads is a program that brings dads to greet Marcus students and make their day a little better through high-fives, smiles and dad jokes.

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Memorial and Museum.

MARCUS STUDENT EARNS AWARD FOR CANCER FUNDRAISING IN FATHER'S MEMORY Marcus

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recently

Marauder Dads greet Marcus students every week

received an award from the Leukemia &

and hope to continue for years to come. Those

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her father's name, Douglas M. Campbell, to a

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national research portfolio for non-Hodgkins

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lymphoma. Keely earned the award by raising

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$59,570 during LLS's Student of the Year campaign. She also was awarded a $5,000 college scholarship.

Keely's family has supported LLS since her father was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2000. Her dad lost his battle with cancer in 2015, but the family continues to fight for a cure.

FOUR FLOWER MOUND PARKS TO RECEIVE PLAYGROUND UPDATES Four Flower Mound parks will receive

As we enter this time of year, we look forward to spending time with family and giving thanks for the people and blessings in our lives.

playground updates as part of the fiscal year 2018-2019 budget.

Those four playgrounds are at Lakewood, Stone Creek, Thrush West and Gerault parks. Construction on these upgrades is scheduled to begin in the spring and will be completed by late summer or early fall 2019. Once the plans are finalized, the town will announce the playground themes.

Meanwhile, the new Canyon Falls Park is on the horizon. It will be located off Stonecrest Road, south of the Oak Knoll Road intersection and will soon go through the design process, which will provide public input opportunities prior to Town Council approval.

According to the park’s master plan, Canyon Falls Park will include a small

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splash pad, two playground areas (one for 2-5-year-olds and another for 5-12-yearolds), an adult fitness area, a full basketball court, trails, a restroom facility, parking and natural areas. The town will provide more updates as the process moves forward.

For more information, visit Flower-Mound. com/parks.

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PUMPKIN PERFECTION

CULINARY CREATIONS

CARA PRICE OF THE NOURISHED BODY AND SOUL SHARES TWO FAVORITE HEALTHY HOLIDAY RECIPES

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY ROBERT RAY PHOTOGRAPHY

CARA PRICE, CREATOR OF THE NOURISHED BODY AND SOUL BLOG, SAYS COOKING TOGETHER NOURISHES THE FAMILY IN MORE WAYS

THAN

ONE—ESPECIALLY

DURING

THE HOLIDAYS. “I grew up with a large extended family, so for me, food has always been a big part of enjoying the holidays with family and friends,” she says.

Cara has continued the tradition with her own family.

“We have very special memories of cooking and baking for holidays, and those are the times that really matter.”

This month, Cara shares two pumpkin-inspired recipes, including her elegant gingersnap pumpkin trifle.

“Since I love dessert, I wanted to be able to share a healthy, holiday-inspired flavor,” she says. “The pumpkin trifle combines three layers of individual flavors that together create a delightful and distinctive dessert infusion. When served in mason jars, this pumpkin trifle can take on a casual, vintage feel, or it can be served in nicer ramekins to dress it up.”

Cara believes in a whole foods-based, nutrient-dense approach to eating. Her recipes reflect her dedication to foods that are found in nature. For more recipes and inspiration, visit TheNourishedBodyAndSoul.com.

Cara Price of The Nourished Body and Soul believes cooking is an important holiday tradition.

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GINGERSNAP PUMPKIN TRIFLE INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

Whipped Cream Layer:

1. In a blender, combine coconut cream, honey and coconut oil and blend

+ Coconut cream from 1 can of

on high until thoroughly mixed.

full-fat coconut milk*

2. Scoop the “whipped cream” out into a small bowl and refrigerate while

+ 4 tablespoons honey

you complete the rest of the steps. Wipe out the blender with a paper towel.

+ 1 tablespoon coconut oil

3. In the same blender, place all of the ingredients for the pumpkin layer and blend on high for 60 seconds, continuing to process in additional

Pumpkin Layer:

10-second increments, if necessary, in order to make sure dates are pureed

+ 1 can pure pumpkin

and mixture is smooth. Set aside.

+ 1 can full-fat coconut milk

4. In a food processor, place 5 ½ ounces of dates and pecan halves. Process

+ 3 ½ ounces dried, pitted dates

for 20-30 seconds to achieve a crumbly texture. Add ginger, salt and nut-

(about ½ cup packed)

meg and pulse 5 to 7 times to blend spices well.

+ 2 tablespoons chia seeds

5. To layer trifle: Place 1 ½ tablespoons of the pecan mixture in the bot-

+ 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

tom of each jar. Then place a layer of pumpkin mix about ⅓ of the way up

+ 1 teaspoon vanilla

each jar. Spoon just enough of the whipped cream into jars to cover the

+ 10 drops clear liquid stevia

pumpkin. Place another 1 tablespoon of pecan mixture in jars. Equally

(optional)

divide remaining pumpkin mixture into jars and then divide remaining whipped cream over pumpkin. Sprinkle tops of each trifle with the

Gingersnap Layer:

remaining pecan mixture.

+ 5 ½ ounces dried, pitted dates

*By refrigerating a can of coconut milk upside down for 48 hours, the

(about ⅔ cup packed)

cream firms up on the bottom of the can. Gently turn the can right side

+ 1 cup pecan halves

up when taking it out of the refrigerator and open. Pour liquid off cream

+ 1 teaspoon ground ginger

and reserve for another use. Then scoop cream out to use. The liquid on

+ ½ teaspoon salt

top of the can will be like milky water. If for some reason the cream didn’t

+ ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

harden, just pour off liquid until you begin to see the coconut milk and use

+ 6 8-ounce jars or small ramekins

that part; it will still work even in liquid form.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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ROASTED SWEET POTATOES WITH SPICED PUMPKIN SEEDS INGREDIENTS + 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed + 10 dried figs, stemmed and cut into fourths

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Place pumpkin seeds in a medium bowl.

+ ½ cup onion, chopped

3. Mix ½ teaspoon olive oil with hot pepper sauce and pour over

+ 2 cloves garlic, minced

pumpkin seeds. Stir to coat.

+ 6-8 sprigs fresh thyme

4. Sprinkle salt, cumin and chili powder over seeds and stir again.

+ ¼ cup pumpkin seeds, raw and unsalted

5. Place seeds on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper

+ 4-6 dashes hot pepper sauce

and bake 7 minutes.

+ 2 tablespoons plus ½ teaspoon olive oil

6. Remove pumpkin seeds from oven and allow to cool while

+ ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

completing the rest of the recipe.

+ ¼ teaspoon chili powder + ¼ teaspoon cumin

7. Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees F. 8. Lightly spray cookie sheet with oil.

+ ¼ teaspoon salt

9. Place potatoes on cookie sheet in a single layer and lightly spray

+ Quality spray oil

tops of potatoes. Sprinkle potatoes evenly with nutmeg.

+ Freshly ground salt

10. Bake potatoes 40-45 minutes, stirring once or twice during cooking.

11. When there are 15 minutes left on the timer for potatoes, add 2 tablespoons olive oil to large flat-bottomed skillet and turn heat to medium-high. Once oil is hot, add chopped onion and brown 8-10 minutes, stirring often.

12. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

13. Stir in chopped figs and continue cooking for 1 more minute; remove from heat.

14. Remove potatoes from oven and season with freshly ground salt.

15. Place potatoes on a serving platter; spoon fig and onion mixture over it. Garnish with spicy pumpkin seeds and thyme.

16. Serve immediately.

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(NOT)HOME FOR THE HOLI DAYS WHILE THE COMMUNITY CELEBRATES, THESE LOCAL RESPONDERS KEEP WATCH

THE HOLIDAYS ARE A JOYFUL TIME WHEN FAMILY AND FRIENDS GATHER TO CELEBRATE AND COUNT THEIR

BLESSINGS. For our community’s first responders, a holiday is another opportu-

nity to save a life or protect the vulnerable.

This month, Cross Timbers Lifestyle features three community members who, along with their dedicated colleagues, spend every day—even holidays—helping those in need.

We are especially thankful for their selflessness, bravery and dedication.

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK | PHOTOGRAPHY ROBERT RAY PHOTOGRAPHY

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Derek Doyle

Derek has been a member of the Highland Village Fire Department for almost eight years.

He and his wife, Lauren, are expecting their first child in January.

HAVE YOU HAD TO MISS MANY HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS AT HOME BECAUSE OF WORK OBLIGATIONS? Yes, I have had to miss numerous holiday celebrations due to work. This is understood when coming into the field. My dad is a driver/operator with the Lake Cities Fire Department and has been for over 20 years now, so I grew up in the fire service knowing what it was like to not have a parent around for every holiday. Every individual and their family understand the sacrifices that will be made when signing up for this profession.

WHEN YOU MUST WORK DURING THE HOLIDAYS, HOW DOES YOUR UNIT CELEBRATE TOGETHER? Holidays at the firehouse don’t always have to be viewed as a bad thing. Missing family gatherings is not something anyone wants to do. The firehouse is literally referred to as a second home or home away from home. With this being said, we do our best to make holidays special for ourselves as well as our families. It is also a good time for our wives and kids to come together and get to know each other better. We typically put together big meals for

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everyone and have things to do for families to enjoy their time at the station.

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Kim Daniels

Kim is a registered nurse who is certified in inpatient obstetrics. She has worked at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Flower Mound for three years and has been a nurse for seven years. She has three children, Abigail, Aiden and Branden.

WHEN YOU MUST WORK DURING THE HOLIDAYS, HOW DOES YOUR UNIT CELEBRATE TOGETHER? Our unit definitely celebrates together! We have done full-on Thanksgiving dinner in our break room with only a toaster oven and microwave! Nurses can improvise quite well! We also try to make holidays fun like gift exchanges, dressing up, etc.

HOW DOES IT FEEL KNOWING YOU ARE DOING SUCH AN IMPORTANT JOB FULFILLING THE NEEDS OF OTHERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS? Even though some days are harder than others, I truly love and am honored to do what I do, so I have no problem sacrificing to help others, and my family understands this also. In fact, my children think my job is exceptionally cool! So much so, that my daughter plans to go to Texas Tech’s nursing program next year when she starts college … At the end of the day, I get to see new life come into this world every day I come to work, even on holidays, and even nearly eight years later, I can honestly say it still amazes me. I mean, how can that not be amazing?

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Tony has worked for the city of Dallas as a firefighter, certified paramedic and HAZMAT technician for four years. He and his wife, Nicole, live in Flower Mound with their two daughters, Addison and Avery.

WHAT SPECIAL FAMILY TRADITIONS OR CELEBRATIONS DO YOU PLAN AROUND YOUR WORK SCHEDULE? In our house, we believe that time together as a family is the most important, so we’ve been known to delay the celebration a day, or we celebrate it early. One special family tradition we have in the Wragge household is what we like to call “Friends-Giving.” It’s a time around the holidays that my wife and I like to get everyone together in the fire and first responder services. We have a great meal, share stories and have close family, including spouses and children, come together for a time we can celebrate.

HOW DOES IT FEEL KNOWING YOU ARE DOING SUCH AN IMPORTANT JOB FULFILLING THE NEEDS OF OTHERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS? Working on a holiday can be very busy because most families are at home; we are at work, so that means answering the call. It’s a gratifying feeling to know that we can serve people in their time of need … Serving people doesn’t stop at 10 p.m. at night, midnight or even 1 in the morning. It goes on until the sun comes up. The bells ring, and we answer the call.

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THE HOLIDAY TABLE DESIGNER KRISTY MASTRANDONAS CREATES TABLESCAPES WORTHY OF THE MOST MEMORABLE OCCASIONS

PERHAPS THE MOST ENDURING ASPECT OF THANKSGIVING IS THE ACT OF GATHERING AROUND THE HOLIDAY TABLE—ENJOYING A CELEBRATORY MEAL WITH LOVED ONES, REMINISCING,

TELLING

STORIES

AND

LINGERING LONG AFTER THE FOOD HAS BEEN EATEN. Kristy Mastrandonas of Kristy Mastrandonas Interior Design & Styling offers inspiration on how to create the perfect festive tablescape worthy of such a memorable occasion.

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Kristy’s children’s tablescape is lighthearted but sophisticated. “I want the kids to feel like they have their very own version of a grown-up table," she says.

“I love to have beautiful tablescapes set up throughout the year,” Kristy says. “Whether it’s decorated for the season or a special occasion, there’s just something so warm and welcoming about a beautifully set table.”

Kristy suggests hosts first determine what type of event they will be holding.

“Is it formal, informal, casual, buffet-style?

Once you’ve determined this, then I suggest deciding on a place setting—placemats, chargers, dinnerware, etc.,” Kristy says. “When deciding on your centerpiece decor, keep in mind that you want your guests to be able to see one another across the table so they can easily carry on a conversation.”

She suggests keeping center decor height either low—no more than 12 inches tall—or high—more than 20 inches tall.

“Of course, design rules are not set in stone, and there are times to push the envelope. I myself push the envelope and break the rules all the time. Oftentimes those are the instances that I achieve something spectacular,”

Kristy infuses her personality into all of her tablescapes. She says it's important for hosts to give guests a glimpse of their personal style.

she says. “So don’t be afraid to mix things up or to experiment.

Have fun, and let your personality shine through.”

One way hosts can let their personality shine through is by incorporating whimsical, nontraditional items in their tablescapes.“I love using items that I already own in unexpected ways, especially items that perform double duties, like a throw scarf,” Kristy says. “The idea to use throws and scarves as part of my table decor was born out of the desire to interject my personality into my tablescapes when I couldn’t find tablecloths that fit the image I was looking for. And the fact that I already owned these items meant that I was saving money too.”

Kristy suggests hosts use their imagination and be creative.

“It’s fairly easy to create tablescapes when you allow yourself to think outside the box. A floral centerpiece is always pretty and appropriate, but it doesn’t have to stop there,” she says. “Push the envelope, and do something unexpected. Most homeowners CONTINUED >

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"Every now and then, I like to try something unconventional and use nontraditional colors and patterns for my seasonal tablescapes," Kristy says.

Kristy suggests using items in unexpected ways when creating a centerpiece. This plaid throw blanket and fall home decor items make the perfect centerpiece.

have candles and candleholders, books and other decorative objects that can be part of the tablescape too.”

She also advises purchasing items that can perform double duty. “Some great items to invest in for your holiday table— aside from dishware, fine china and glassware—are table linens, chargers and decor items that have multipurpose uses.

For example, I have a set of Christmas placemats that are black on the underside. Since they’re finished off and look just as nice as the right side, I use them during Halloween or any other time I want to use a black placemat. I also have candle holders, vases, as well as many other decorative accessories that I move from room to room all the time,” she says. For more inspiration, Kristy suggests following her seasonal Pinterest boards, Pinterest.com/KMastrandonas/ seasonal-food-home-decor-fall

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

MAKING AN IMPACT ESG INVESTING ALLOWS INDIVIDUALS TO MAKE RESPONSIBLE CHOICES

WHEN MAKING FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS, MANY INDIVIDUALS ONLY CONSIDER HOW THOSE DECISIONS WILL PERSONALLY AFFECT THEM. Jeffery Price—managing director and wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.—says individuals actually can make investments that have a global impact.

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ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY CONTRIBUTED

“ESG Investing, sometimes known as impact investing captures the notion of using non-financial factors that incorporate the environmental impact, social impact and governance attributes of a corporation,” he says. “The data we use helps us to evaluate whether companies run themselves responsibly and consider the environmental impact, such as emissions or resource use; social impact, such as employee training or diversity policies; and governance attributes, such as board structure or shareholder rights.”

Jeffery says Merrill Lynch advisors also can construct portfolios that align with individuals’ faith values.

Advisors screen companies and avoid those ranking poorly in areas of concern to investors. The result: a socially conscious form of investing that is quickly gaining popularity. Individuals around the world are beginning to demand that their investments reflect their social and environmental values.

“We conservatively estimate that inflows into ESG-type strategies over the next few decades could be roughly equivalent to the size of the S&P 500 today,” Jeffery says. “Trends in the U.S. investment landscape indicate that trillions of dollars could be allocated to ESG-oriented equity investments and thus to stocks that are attractive on ESG metrics.”

He says ESG investing is a smart way to invest.

“In addition to potential inflows, ESG investing has worked. What if we told you that we could help you to identify the following: stocks less likely to go bankrupt over the next five years; stocks less likely to have large price declines; stocks less likely to have earnings decline or increased EPS volatility; stocks that were likely to become high-quality stocks; stocks that were likely to see extreme inflows over the next few decades; stocks with three-year returns significantly better than their peers?”

As for risks involved with ESG investing, Jeffery says, “In general and always, risk and return potential varies depending on investment type. They should be considered and discussed with your advisor before making any decisions.”

For more information, contact Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor Jeffery Price of the Southlake office at 817.410.4940.

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HOPS & VINE

FAMILY DRINKS WE LOVE THEM, BUT IT’S NO SECRET THAT SOME FAMILY MEMBERS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS A LITTLE MORE INTERESTING. CHEERS TO THEM!

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THE MOTHERIN-LAW

INGREDIENTS

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THE HIPSTER COUSIN

INGREDIENTS

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( K ID-FRIENDLY!)

THE ROWDY NIECES + NEPHEWS

INGREDIENTS

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka

+ 1/2 cup sugar

+ 1 part club soda or tonic

+ 1 1/2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream

+ 1/4 cup baking cocoa

+ 1 part Sprite or lemon-lime soda + 1 part cranberry juice + Lime and cranberries for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Pumpkin Spice Liqueur + 3 ounces cereal milk (steep cereal

+ Dash of salt + 1/3 cup hot water

of your choice—we like pumpkin

+ 4 cups almond milk

spice Cheerios—in milk for 25-30

+ 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

minutes, then strain)

+ Mini marshmallows and chocolate syrup for garnish

and cranberry juice to a glass of your

DIRECTIONS

choice—the more ornate, the better.

Fill a rocks glass (or any unconvention-

DIRECTIONS

Garnish with lime and cranberries if

al container you have laying around)

In a saucepan, combine sugar, salt and

desired and enjoy!

with desired amount of ice. Add vodka

cocoa. Add water and bring to a boil,

and pumpkin spice liqueur, then top

stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in almond

with cereal milk. Cheers!

milk and heat to desired temperature

Add vodka, club soda or tonic, Sprite

(don’t boil). Once at desired temperature, remove from heat, add vanilla and whisk until frothy. Top with toasted marshmallows and chocolate syrup— the more sugar, the better!

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N OV E M B E R

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

3 ARGYLE HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA Argyle High School

The Ninth Annual Argyle Holiday Shop-

enrichment activities, as well as the Down-

Nov. 17, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lew-

ing Diamondpacks, which provides food

isville. The family event will include more

and school supplies for students in need.

than 50 craft vendors; visits with Santa, children’s crafts; and the viewing of more

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cal businesses, designers and individuals.

ping Extravaganza will be 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

GUYER CHOIR CRAFT SHOW

in the Argyle High School Cafeteria, 191

Guyer High School

S. Hwy. 377 in Argyle. The event will in-

The 12th Annual Guyer Choir Craft Show will

clude more than 90 vendor booths, a

be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 at Guyer

OUR VILLAGE GLOWS

bake sale and raffle.

High School, 7501 Teasley Lane in Denton.

The Shops at Highland Village

There will be more than 100 vendors, as well

Our Village Glows, a community event and

as concessions and entertainment.

holiday tradition, features the lighting of

9 VETERANS DAY RELAY RUN Flower Mound Community Activity Center

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a 60-foot Christmas tree and a light show

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brought to you by Highland Village Women’s Club, The City of Highland Village and The Shops at Highland Village. The celebra-

The Town of Flower Mound's fifth annual

DREAM BIG GALA

Veterans Day Relay Run will kick off at 9

Hilton Garden Inn

as musical entertainment, horse-drawn car-

a.m. Friday, Nov. 9, beginning and end-

The Sixth Annual DREAM BIG Gala bene-

riage rides, face-painting, cookie decorating,

ing at the Flower Mound Community

fiting Journey to Dream Kyle’s Place will be

ornament making and Santa’s arrival.

Activity Center, 1200 Gerault Road. The

from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at the

event provides veterans and their family

Hilton Garden Inn in Lewisville. Presented

members the opportunity to run a por-

by Money Matters, the event will include lo-

tion of the pre-determined route carry-

cal celebrity athletes, amazing chef stations

ing the American flag.

with wine and beer pairings, music, dancing

CAROL OF THE LIGHTS

and a live and silent auction. To purchase

Grapevine City Hall

tickets, visit JourneyToDream.com.

Experience the magic of Christmas as

9-11 PETER PAN Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater

tion includes family-friendly activities such

19 all of downtown Grapevine is illumi-

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nated during the Carol of the Lights show and street lighting from 3-9 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 19, at Grapevine City

Literature soars to new life in Peter Pan:

TRI-TOWN AMAZING RACE

A New Musical by Jordan Beck and Jon-

Doubletree Ranch Park

$5. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

athan May. Performances will be 7 p.m.

The inaugural Tri-Town Amazing Race

Free seating and standing room will be

Friday, Nov. 9; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Satur-

will feature 10 pit stops throughout Flow-

available. For more information, visit

day, Nov. 10; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11.

er Mound, Highland Village and Lewis-

GoGrapevine.com/event/caroloflights.

To purchase tickets, visit CYTDallas.org.

ville. Each pit stop will provide physical or mental challenges to encourage team

10 DOWNING MIDDLE SCHOOL PTA HOLIDAY VENDOR FAIR & CRAFT SHOW Downing Middle School

Come do some holiday shopping at Downing Middle School’s Holiday Vendor Fair & Craft Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, in the Downing Middle School cafeteria, 5555

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than 40 Christmas trees decorated by lo-

bonding. The event begins at Doubletree Ranch Park. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.

Hall. Reserved seating is available for

22 DOUBLE OAK TURKEY TROT Double Oak Town Hall

17 FESTIVAL OF TREES AND LIGHTS CRAFT BAZAAR

The Eighth Annual Double Oak Turkey Trot will be from 7-10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 22, beginning at Double Oak Town Hall. The event includes a 1-mile fun run and a 5K run/walk. Proceeds

Hilton Garden Inn

benefit inner-city youth programs run

Bridlewood Blvd. in Flower Mound. The

The Festival of Trees and Lights Craft Ba-

by Dare to Serve. For more information,

event helps raise funds for programs and

zaar will be from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday,

visit DFWRaces.com.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

Giving Back LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS OFFER VOLUNTEER AND DONATION OPPORTUNITIES ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY CONTRIBUTED

LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO WATCH THANKSGIVING DAY FOOTBALL AND DO GOOD IN THE COMMUNITY? Our Daily Bread Denton, in partnership with Friends with Benefits Denton, will hold Keep Denton Warm Nov. 22-23 at Game Changers Sports and Arcade Grill. Community members are encouraged to bring gently used winter wear items for Our Daily Bread Denton. A percentage of the sales also will be donated to help area homeless individuals this winter. For more information, visit Facebook.com/gamechangers940.

Denton County Friends of the Family, in partnership with Denton County Transportation Authority, will hold the Second Annual Holiday Express train ride from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Community members can buy a ticket to travel the A-train to the North Pole (the Greater Denton Arts Council & DCTA Downtown Center). Once there, participants will enjoy brunch and family-friendly activities. To purchase tickets, visit DCFOF.org/holidayexpress. Proceeds support Denton County Friends of the Family.

Journey to Dream will hold Dream Express from 5:30-8 p.m.

Dec. 20 at the Next Steps Center in Lewisville to help area homeless students and families in need. Volunteers are needed, as well as donations, including gift cards; clothing for newborn-8 years old; unwrapped toys for newborn to 12 years old; teen hoodies/beanies; headphones; art supplies; and beauty products. Sponsorships also are needed for a holiday outing for the teens at Kyle’s Place Shelter. For more information, visit http://journeytodream.com.

Did you know Meals on Wheels serves Denton County seniors and their pets? Community members can volunteer to serve Meals on Wheels one day per week or on a standby basis to local seniors in need. They also can participate in Senior Paws for Pets by delivering monthly pet food to area seniors. Pet food and monetary donations always are needed. For more information, visit MOWDC.org.

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