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JULY 2018 PUBLISHER

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Dog Days

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AHHHH, SUMMER. Time for backyard pool parties and family vacations. Time for kids to run after the ice cream truck when the telltale sound of its music turns onto your street or at the ballpark to secure the perfect sweet treat to beat the heat. July means the loud explosion of fireworks on Independence Day, shriveled fingertips that signify too much time in the pool, and the soothing feeling of aloe vera on that patch of skin that always seems to turn red, no matter how much sunscreen you slather on.

If you’re looking for ways to fill your long summer days, we at Cross Timbers Lifestyle have some suggestions! Check out our list of the places to hang out and see local bands, have impromptu family gatherings and shop local produce and foods. The Flower Mound Library staff shares their summer picks with us just in time for you to grab a new book for the beach or the hammock while kids are away at camp.

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The mercury is rising, and the days are stretching longer and longer. No matter how you spend them, enjoy these dog days of summer, Southern Denton county folks — and try to stay cool.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2018

FEATURES 12 Texas Lemonade Cool Off this Summer with a Refreshing Cocktail

14 Fitness and Firearms Crossfire Defense Academy & Range and Crossfit Patriot Way Teach Students Self-Defense

18 Summer Hot Spots 2018: Cross Timbers Edition Let the Good Times Roll All Season Long

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22 Outdoor Entertaining Turn your Outdoors into the Ultimate Entertaining Space

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Culinary Creations

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GOOD TIMES

Flower Mound Memorial Day Observance - A Day to Remember Fallen soldiers were remembered during a Memorial Day program that featured the Flower Mound Fire Honor Guard, patriotic music, bagpipers, a wreath presentation and keynote speakers from the military and local leaders. A special Wall of Honor comprising photos and bios of fallen heroes submitted by residents was unveiled. The Flower Mound Summit Club installed 20 flags along The Mound dedicated to heroes who fell after their service due to struggles with PTSD. PHOTOS BY PAULA WILSON.

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LIBERTY CHRISTIAN NAMED NO. 1 BY TAPPS Liberty Christian students won the overall state championship from the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools, which named Liberty Christian its top 6A private school for the fifth time in six years.

During the year, more than 25 schools in the largest division of TAPPS acquired points in academic, fine arts and athletic competitions that contributed toward overall standings to win the TAPPS Henderson Cup. "While the trophy is not our ultimate goal, it is evidence of the excellence that we are striving for here at Liberty,” President Blair McCullough says.

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL WARRIORS CLAIM TAPPS BASEBALL TITLE The Warriors claimed the TAPPS 6A Division I state

gifts and abilities of students, faculty, and staff, displaying a balance in academics, fine arts, and athletics achievements.”

title with a 6-4 win over Beaumont Monsignor Kel-

Just this year, students won the following in

ly Catholic at Crosby High School. Liberty (29-12-1)

TAPPS: art, choir, band, cheer, boys' tennis, wres-

fought back from an early 3-0 hole to claim its fourth

tling, and baseball all enjoyed first place wins; the

state title, its first since 2013. Their playoff road in-

dance team and boys track and field earned sec-

cluded wins over Houston St. Pius and St. Thomas.

ond-place finishes. Additional points were scored

“Kelly was the one who ended our season last year,”

by a variety of teams across the spectrum to culmi-

Liberty Christian baseball coach Johnny Isom says.

nate in the Henderson Cup championship.

“There are no breaks, and there haven’t been any easy points during this run for these kids. It’s literally been obstacle after obstacle. But these kids stepped up. We’ve never won like this before. That’s why this one is so unbelievably special.”

LEWISVILLE ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2018 CHAMPION FOR KIDS AWARD The LISD Board of Trustees named long-time

SADIE KELLER FOUNDATION & ART HOUSE TEAM UP TO FIGHT CHILDHOOD CANCER On July 14, Art House of Highland Village will host Sadie Keller as she teaches a 2 hour Paint Pouring Party. Sadie will also offer pieces of her art work for sale with proceeds benefitting the Sadie Keller Foundation, a 501(c). Register at StudioArtHouse.com/Party-And-Paint.

school volunteer and Highland Village resi-

On June 5th, 2018 Sadie stood beside

dent Carol Baugh as the 2018 LISD Board of

President Trump as he signed the STAR Act

Trustees Champion for Kids Award winner.

(Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment,

“I have been blessed to work with so many great

Access, and Research Act of 2018). Alongside

LISD students, parents, teachers and staff during

Sadie were representatives Michael Burges (R

the past 11 years,” Baugh says. “Our family joke has

TX) and Michael McCaul (R TX). Childhood can-

been that our son graduated from elementary and

cer isn’t rare, “It’s the number one killer of our

middle school, but I did not; I've continued to vol-

children” said Rep. McCaul.

unteer at the elementary and middle school levels.”

Of her foundation Sadie states “I know how

“The number of lives she has changed through

hard it is to fight cancer as a child, first hand. My

support, kindness, insight, guidance and com-

mission for the Sadie Keller Foundation is to put

mitment is unimaginable,” McAuliffe Elementary

a smile on the faces of children fighting cancer

Principal Jennifer Mattingly says. “I believe Mrs.

all over the country and remind them to keep

Baugh best exemplifies the long-term commitment

fighting by giving them special gifts, to raise

to the community and passion for learning in which

awareness for childhood cancer, and to make a

Lewisville ISD was founded.”

HUGE impact.”

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“Liberty's points provide a true reflection of the

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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Fitness and Firearms CROSSFIRE DEFENSE ACADEMY & RANGE AND CROSSFIT PATRIOT WAY TEACH STUDENTS SELF-DEFENSE ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY ROBERT RAY SOLUTIONS MORE THAN 20 YEARS AGO, DAVID VAUGHT HAD A VISION OF CREATING A TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED GUN RANGE LIKE NO OTHER. Last fall, that dream became a reality.

In November, David opened Crossfire Defense Academy & Range and Crossfit Patriot Way, two businesses under the same roof with a common goal – empowering individuals to protect themselves.

As a former Navy Gunner’s Mate and a graduate of the police academy, he is no stranger to firearms and self-defense.

“I’ve always been a firearms person,” he says.

But David believes a gun should not be a person’s first line of defense, so he created Crossfit Patriot Way to complement Crossfire.

“The reason we combine it all is that many times people think, ‘I’ll just get a gun, and I’ll be safe.’ But my personal philosophy is that a gun is your absolute last option. Your physical fitness is your first and most important tool,” he says.

“If your goal is to survive a potentially dangerous encounter, and you can run and get away, that is what you should do,” he says. “If you can’t run, you have to know how to mitigate the circumstances with soft, empty hands.”

David says if using a gun is the only option, individuals must know how to use a firearm under duress. Crossfit Patriot Way and Crossfire offer a class to teach individuals how to operate firearms under high-stress scenarios.

“We teach two classes every day,” David says. “You shoot five rounds, and then we take you to the gym and you do five different high-intensity exercises. Then you CONTINUED >

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go back to the range and address the target. Then we repeat the process. Every time you go into the range, you are under physical exertion.”

David's Crossfire range is one of the most technologically advanced shooting ranges in the country, he says. It has attracted many knowledgeable firearm enthusiasts, including members of law enforcement, who regularly train there, and veterans, such as retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Allen West.

Though many firearm experts visit Crossfire, David says he hopes his establishment appeals to all individuals. Crossfit Patriot Way and Crossfire operate as two different businesses, and clients are not required to purchase a membership.

“Everything we do here, you can do by the day, month or year,” he says.

For more information, visit CrossFitPatriotWay.com and CrossfireDefense.com.

"...MY PERSONAL PHILOSOPHY IS THAT A GUN IS YOUR ABSOLUTE LAST OPTION. YOUR PHYSICAL FITNESS IS YOUR FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT TOOL.”

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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL ALL SEASON LONG

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LOOKING FOR SOME FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES, OR MAYBE A ROMANTIC DATE-NIGHT SPOT? You’re in luck. We've rounded up some perfect events and locations to make the most of summer.

HOT SPOTS 2018: CROSS TIMBERS EDITION ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY ROBERT RAY SOLUTIONS

LAKESIDE MUSIC F E STI VAL The Lakeside Music Series has been entertaining local families, friends and couples since July 2016. The free outdoor concerts are offered at 7:30 p.m. every Friday evening through November at the Shops at Lakeside. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the entertainment on the lawn.

“Surrounded by shops, restaurants and urban structures, the plaza provides an intimate musical experience with wonderful acoustics, plus an entertaining street life and lots of people-watching,” says David Stewart, a managing partner of Lakeside DFW

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Land, Ltd. “The musicians attract listeners of all age groups from Flower Mound and surrounding cities, so you’re bound to see some old friends.”

For more information, visit LakesideFDW.com.

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SUMMER HOT SPOTS 2018: CROSS TIMBERS EDITION

DOUBLETREE R ANCH PARK Located in Highland Village, Doubletree Ranch Park offers nearly a mile of walking trails, a sprawling lawn, a soccer complex, a large picnic pavilion and an impressive splash pad with 15 water features served by 66 spray features and a waterfall.

“It is the perfect spot for families to spend time together for hours,” says Phil Lozano, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Highland Village.

Doubletree Ranch has become a major local attraction since opening last year.

“It is the ‘crown jewel’ in our park system and is quickly

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becoming a destination spot for the region,” Phil says.

For more information, visit HighlandVillage.org.

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FLOWER MOUND FARMERS MARKET Open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. each Saturday, the

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Flower Mound Farmers Market in Parker Square is more than just a shopping experience — it’s a family adventure. The European-style market offers something for everyone, with children’s activities and 25 to 35 vendors each week, year-round.

“The Flower Mound Market is now almost 2 years old, and it has been very well received,” says Matt Brown of Four Seasons Markets.

In an effort to engage the community even more, Brown says the Flower Mound Farmers Market now offers its SELECT membership program. Shoppers can register for a free membership and use their cellphone for making purchases, tracking market spending, connecting with vendors, getting deals and earning rewards redeemable for cash toward future purchases.

For more information, visit FourSeasonsMarkets.com.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

Outdoor Entertaining TURN YOUR OUTDOORS INTO THE ULTIMATE ENTERTAINING SPACE THIS MONTH ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK

UPDATE THE GRILL, REFRESH THE PATIO FURNITURE OR SIMPLY ADD FUN ACCESSORIES TO CREATE A WARM AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE.

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Refreshing your patio furniture can change the vibe of any outdoor space. Visit Chair King for a variety of patio sets that can offer style and function. Fire pits are perfect for making s’mores with the kids or snuggling up on a cool romantic evening. Adding a bar cart to your entertaining space adds elegance and practicality. Choose one equipped with wheels to easily place it where you need it most—hit the jackpot with one featuring a removable ice bin to keep drinks chilled.

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ACCESSORIZE YOUR OUTDOORS Adding a few new accessories can elevate any outdoor space. Not sure where to start? Add some outdoor throw pillows to patio furniture.

Blending solids with fun patterns is a great way to add something different without going over the top. A throw rug pulls an outdoor living space together and incorporating some new lighting can change any space from dull to brilliant in the evening hours. Outdoor lights and lanterns come in various sizes and styles and add a touch of elegance and romance to your entertaining space.Â

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Whether you’re at the park or in your own backyard, these family-friendly lawn games are perfect if you’re looking to put a twist on the average summer cookout and get everyone in the competitive spirit. Whether you play for money or bragging rights, these activities are sure to get the party started — and keep it going! Friendly disclaimer: We can’t be held responsible for any sore losers or bruised egos.

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Other fruity flavors to try: + Cherry lemonade + Peach + Pineapple + Lime

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Once you’ve bowled a 300 or screamed “Yahtzee!” from the rooftops, help your guests cool off—both from the heat and some intense competition. Lemonade, the resident summer drink cooler, is even better in frozen form. Try this tart, creamy concoction combined with Jell-O—the food that makes anything a little bit more fun—and hit it out of the park with these after-party treats.

PRO TIP: Punch the popsicle stick through a cupcake liner to catch those messy drips!

FROZEN LEMONADE ICE POPS WITH JELL-O WHAT YOU NEED Popsicle molds Popsicle sticks Jell-O (we recommend berry blue and watermelon) 4 cups cold water 1 cup Country Time lemonade drink mix 1 tub (12 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed 1 tablespoon lemon zest

WHAT YOU DO 1. Prepare the Jell-O as directed on the box. Pour into dishes so about 1 inch thick and refrigerate until set.

2. Blend water, lemonade mix, Cool Whip and lemon zest until smooth.

3. When Jell-O is set, remove from dishes and slice into small cubes (they’ll need to fit in the popsicle molds).

4. Fill the popsicle molds about halfway with Jell-O cubes, then fill the remaining space with the blended lemonade mixture.

5. Add popsicle sticks if needed and freeze overnight.

Popsicle base from blogger Kristen Doyle, KraftRecipes.com.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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SOUNDS OF LEWISVILLE CONCERT SERIES

OUTDOOR WATERPARK SPLASHTACULAR

Flower Mound Community Activity Center

yourself comfortable. The concert is

The Sounds of Lewisville, a free concert

The Flower Mound Community Ac-

free, and concessions are available for

series, takes place 7-9:30 p.m. each Tues-

tivity Center will celebrate Indepen-

purchase from The Flour Shop Bakery.

day. Each week, two bands will be

dence Day with an Outdoor Waterpark

The Splash Pad will be open until 9 p.m.

featured. Concerts are July 3, 10, 17,

Splashtacular. All ages are welcome.

24 and 31. For more information, visit

The event is free with paid admission

SoundsOfLewisville.com.

to the CAC. For more information, visit

Wayne Ferguson Plaza

Flower-Mound.com.

4 FLOWER MOUND CHILDREN'S PARADE

6 LAKESIDE MUSIC SERIES

Jimmy Buffet-style music. This fun, family-friendly event is a perfect way to spend a warm summer night. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and make

21 ROTARY CLUB OF FLOWER MOUND SWIMARATHON Cross Timbers YMCA

Join a relay team or put together a team and swim a 55-minute re-

LISD School Administration Building

The Shops at Lakeside

lay or 55 minutes individually. This

The annual 4th of July Children’s Pa-

The Lakeside Music Series offers free

fundraiser, which benefits End Polio

rade is open to all who may wish to

outdoor concerts from 7:30-9:30 p.m. ev-

Now, provides food, drink and kids

take part (non-motorized vehicles

ery Friday. Attendees are encouraged to

activities. For more information, visit

only). Lineup begins at 9:30 a.m. at Ea-

bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy

FMRotarySwimarathon.com.

ton and Timber Creek Road with the

the outdoor event. Strumbow Pepper

parade starting at 10 a.m. Decorated

performs covers from the Allman Broth-

bikes, trikes, wagons and strollers will

ers, Johnny Cash, Van Morrison and

parade a short route to the LISD School

more July 6. For more information, visit

Administration Building where free hot

LakesideDFW.com.

dogs, drinks, children’s activities and live entertainment await at the free Kid’s Zone. For more information, visit Flower-Mound.com.

4 FLOWER MOUND INDEPENDENCE FEST

23 JUNIOR'S CHEF CAMP The Robert & Lee DuVall Center

6 FIRST FRIDAY FREE COMMUNITY YOGA

Kids ages 7-14 will learn about basic nutrition in meal planning, kitchen safety, table setting and etiquette. Get handson experience while making easy and fun meals. Build your confidence in

Parker Square

the kitchen and make new friends. July

First Friday Free Community Yoga is

23-26. For more information, visit

offered from 6-7 p.m. each first Friday of

HighlandVillage.org.

the month through September on the

Bakersfield Park

Parker Square lawn. Attendees are

Flower Mound Independence Fest 2018

encouraged to bring their own mat or

kicks off the day with the annual Chil-

blanket, a towel and water. All skill levels

dren's Parade and concludes with fire-

are welcome. Adventure Kids Playcare

ADULT OIL PAINTING CLASS

works. Gates open at Bakersfield Park at

Flower Mound provides free outdoor

The Robert & Lee DuVall Center

5 p.m. with live music. Pat Green head-

childcare for children ages 2 and older.

Create beautiful oil paintings to take

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lines at 8:15 p.m. Other festivities include

home after each fun and easy class.

a vintage car show; food and drinks

July's class theme is "Among the

for the whole family; and a free Kids' Zone complete with bounce houses,

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Boat Band, which plays Caribbean/

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Clouds." Beginners are welcome and all materials are furnished. Please bring

face painting and more. Admission and

CONCERT IN THE PARK

parking are free. For more information,

Doubletree Ranch Park

an old shirt. For more information, visit

Flower-Mound.com.

Come ready to rock with The Bamboo

HighlandVillage.org.

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paper towels and remember to wear

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

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PAGE TURNERS ₂

GRAB A BOOK AND RELAX THIS SUMMER ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK

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SUMMER IS A TIME FOR RELAXING BY

3. Paper Ghosts: A Novel of Suspense

THE POOL OR THE BEACH WITH A GOOD

by Julia Heaberlin

BOOK. The staff of the Flower Mound Public

Paper Ghosts is a gripping Texas thriller about

Library shares their summer book picks with us.

a mysterious man who may or may not have dementia, who may or may not have a long-lost

1. Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng When the Richardsons' friends attempt to adopt a Chinese-American baby, a cus-

daughter, and may or may not be a serial killer – from a master of twists and turns, in the tradition of Laura Lippman and Megan Abbott.

tody battle erupts that dramatically divides the town and puts Mrs. Richardson and

4. Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward

Mia, one of her tenants, on opposing sides.

Jojo and his toddler sister, Kayla, live with

Suspicious of Mia and her motives, Mrs.

their grandparents, Mam and Pop, and the

Richardson becomes determined to uncover

occasional presence of their drug-addicted

the secrets in Mia's past. But her obsession

mother, Leonie, on a farm on the Gulf Coast

will come at unexpected and devastating

of Mississippi. Leonie is simultaneously tor-

costs to her own family – and Mia's.

mented and comforted by visions of her dead brother, which only come to her when she's

2. The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

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high; Mam is dying of cancer; and quiet, steady

In this unforgettable portrait of human

Pop tries to run the household and teach Jojo

frailty and resilience, Kristin Hannah

how to be a man. When the white father of

reveals the indomitable character of the

Leonie's children is released from prison, she

modern American pioneer and the spirit

packs her kids and a friend into her car and

of a vanishing Alaska ― a place of incom-

sets out across the state for Parchman Farm,

parable beauty and danger. The Great

the Mississippi State Penitentiary, on a journey

Alone is a daring, beautiful, stay-up-all-

rife with danger and promise. Sing, Unburied,

night story about love and loss, the fight

Sing grapples with the ugly truths at the heart

for survival, and the wildness that lives in

of the American story and the power — and

both man and nature.

limitations — of the bonds of family.

FREE CONCERTS

Fridays on the plaza 7:30 - 9:30 pm JUNE 1 8 15 22 29

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Kylie Rae Harris

J U LY

Bring a blanket or portable chairs

Valet parking available

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Flower Mound

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