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FEBRUARY 2019

The “ ” Makers Issue

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

The "Makers" Edition AS 2019 IS STARTING TO SETTLE IN, WE ARE MAKING THIS ISSUE ABOUT SOME OF THOSE AMONG US WHO ARE THE "MAKERS" OF THINGS. Maybe we should have called it the "Creators" edition. Regardless, the focus is on those who create things for us to enjoy.

FEBRUARY 2019 PUBLISHER

Sharon Duffy | sharon.duffy@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Tom Bridges | tom.bridges@lifestylepubs.com

These are just a few examples of those among us who are pleasantly contributing to our lifestyles. Our magazine has already featured many of the very talented people within our community, and we will continue to highlight other creative individuals, groups and associations. We hope you will enjoy reading about these talented individuals who are all also focused on giving back to the communities.

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Tom Bridges CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Azure Photography, Christie Connell

If you know someone, or even of someone, who you feel should be featured in our magazine, please send us a message. We are constantly looking for people of interest to present to our communities and appreciate your help in identifying them.

Sharon Duffy, Publisher Sharon.duffy@lifestylepubs.com

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2019

FEATURES 12 Meet Our Writer and Editorial Coordinator Tom Bridges

16 True Art is Unique Netanyah Original Art

22 Ovation Academy Developing Future Talent

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34 Hugs Cafe Have You Had Your Hugs Today?

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34 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

28 Travel Destination 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Giving Back

Celebrate! with us

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DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS! THE MUSICAL FEB 23-24 AND MARCH 1-2 A hilarious battle of con artists in musical form! Based on the 1988 movie—now a musical! Lawrence Jameson works the French Riviera and makes his living by talking rich women out of their money. Freddy Benson is also a swindler preying on sympathetic women with stories about his grandmother’s failing health. The two men meet on a train and attempt to work together, only to realize there is only room for one of them to operate in such a small town, so they make a bet to see who can extract $50,000 from a young heiress. The loser has to leave town. A hilarious battle of cons ensues.This

LITTLE WOMEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL FEB. 21-24 AT OVATION ACADEMY Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story of the adven-

play is not appropriate for children. There are scenes that contain strong language, suggestive dialogue and sexual innuendos, which may be inappropriate for young children or early teens.

tures of the four March sisters is brought to vivid

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musical life in Little Women. The Civil War is in full

p.m.; Sunday, Feb, 24, 3 p.m.; Friday, March 1, 8

swing, and the March sisters—Meg, the oldest,

p.m.; Saturday, March 2, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the

a romantic; the spirited and tomboyish Jo; sweet

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and loving Beth; and irascible, playful Amy—live in Concord, Massachusetts, with their Mamie while their father is on the battlefield. Get more informa-

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

ARTICLE SHARON DUFFY | PHOTOGRAPHY AZURE PHOTOGRAPHY, CHRISTIE CONNELL

MEET OUR WRITER & EDITORIAL COORDINATOR TOM BRIDGES

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TOM BRIDGES SAYS HE HAS BEEN

Rudy’s future works, Tom realized he might

FORTUNATE TO HAVE BEEN WITH

have the talent to write as well.

MCKINNEY & PROSPER LIFESTYLE FROM ITS CONCEPTION.

"The only time I had been told I should write was many years ago when a mar-

"It has been a true honor getting to meet,

riage counselor, after reading my diaries,

interview and write about the leaders and

said I should write. But I loved what I

talents in our communities, and what has

was doing, so I simply just laughed the

been an even greater honor is becoming

thought off," Tom says.

friends with many of them," he says.

But once inspired and encouraged by

Now he's glad he moved here to be near

his friend, Tom says he became motivated

his daughter, Sarah, and her husband, John,

and tried to come up with the concept

as they start their family.

for his first novel. Inspiration struck as he

His path to becoming a writer took a

overheard two college students ques-

circuitous route. Growing up in Texarkana,

tioning why a professor was at a function,

he says he had always aspired to see

seemingly out of place to them. Tom's initial

more of the world. Thinking he wanted to

idea was to create a novel about two young

become a surgeon, a stint in the U.S. Navy

people who see something relatively minor,

as a hospital corpsman made him unsure it

but when they look into it a little deeper,

was the right path for him. While attending

they uncover something quite significant

school after his service, fate stepped into

and help "save the day."

his life. He saw an ad for a part-time medical sales rep and then spent the next few

His debut novel, The TVC Project, is a sexy murder mystery/political thriller/love story.

decades doing what he says he truly loved

"Luckily, my readers loved the characters

doing. He confesses it was an honor to

and suspense and wanted more, so a sequel

work alongside world-famous surgeons

was warranted," he says.

helping improve procedures, ranging from cardiovascular to neurosurgical.

Seeking to give his novels different types of drama, the sequel, Surviving Ghosts,

The funny thing is that, though their slo-

offers ample drama and suspense but in

gan then was "Join the Navy and see the

very different ways. The third installment in

world," he never even saw a ship! He spent

this series, Mirrored Fathers, should be com-

almost his entire service at inland hospi-

pleted by late 2019.

tals here in the U.S. However, he did get

Tom emphasizes the novels are dedicated

to see the world eventually as his medical

to those sexually abused, both young and

career expanded to international respon-

old and of either sex.

sibilities, including one stint while setting

"In my novels, I want to make people

up worldwide sales when he literally flew

aware of what can and does happen. The

around the world a few times.

good news is, that in the novels, the perpe-

Then, several years ago, Tom was con-

trators meet a just end to their actions."

tacted by a former CEO and close friend,

Tom has also been involved as a ghost-

Rudy Mazzocchi. Rudy told Tom he had

writer in both fiction and nonfiction genres.

written a medical suspense novel and

Visit GHOSTsWRITING.com to learn more.

wanted Tom to read it and provide some

Because of their work in similar areas, Tom

feedback. After finding a couple of errors

loves supporting LoveLifeFoundation.com

and being enlisted to help edit some of

and StrongerThanEspresso.com.

WHEN TOLD HE SHOULD HAVE BEEN AN AUTHOR HIS ENTIRE LIFE, TOM LAUGHS AND SAYS, “NO, I NEEDED TO LIVE A LOT BEFORE I COULD WRITE ABOUT ANYTHING WORTHWHILE! NOW, HAVING BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH TO TRAVEL EXTENSIVELY, I GET TO SHARE THOSE EXPERIENCES WITH MY READERS.”

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“ART WASHES AWAY FROM THE SOUL THE DUST OF EVERYDAY LIFE.” –PABLO PICASSO ARTICLE TOM BRIDGES | PHOTOGRAPHY AZURE PHOTOGRAPHY, CHRISTIE CONNELL

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Janelle and Bill Johnston had both developed an eye as well as a true admiration for art at an early age. Through this appreciation—and a lot of hard work— they established relationships with some of the most respected artists in their fields. Janelle had known some of them, and the Johnstons have earned their trust in placing their unique works in the gallery.

As soon as you step into the gallery, you will notice the true value of original and one-of-a-kind art—from the very detailed and beautiful canvas paintings by Joe Barbieri to the 1,000-pound granite sculpture of a mare and her two ponies by Rolando Saenz. Most importantly, every piece of art is the only one in the world.

While the gallery features a variety of works by numerous artists, including some works by local students, the majority of works are by Joe Barbieri. His paintings are so lifelike that you will have to look closely to make sure they are not photographs. Netanyah Original Art is honored to be able to present the largest collection of Joe's work.

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TRUE ART IS UNIQUE

(CON TI N U ED)

/Netanyah Original Art THROUGH THIS APPRECIATION—AND A LOT OF HARD WORK—THEY ESTABLISHED RELATIONSHIPS WITH SOME OF THE MOST RESPECTED ARTISTS IN THEIR FIELDS.

Janelle and Bill appreciate the art, but part of their enjoyment is seeing their visitors’ reactions to, and interpretations of, the beautiful artwork in their gallery. Janelle has extensive experience in various modalities, but she loves textile the most. You will see why when you see her pieces, filled with great dimension and color. The

The glass art and textiles will definitely catch your

patterns in her textiles appear to be 3-dimensional, but

eye. And be sure and note the local student artists’ works,

her real pride is in her use of colors.

which bring to mind another famous Picasso quote:

“I love colors—they make you happy!” she says.

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an

She also loves making custom pieces, such as baby

artist once he grows up.” Let’s hope these young artists

blankets. Want to have something made for your baby or parents for their anniversary that they will cherish for a lifetime? See Janelle!

Bill’s artwork focuses more on sculpture in

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will continue to develop his or her obvious abilities.

Netanyah Original Art is located in the Gates of Prosper at 380 and Preston. Come in and see their absolutely beautiful artworks and choose your favorite. It may

stone. A former federal prosecuting attorney, he

be hard to decide. Or visit Netanyah-Art.com, where

now has a private law firm, but he still has a great

you can also view some of Janelle’s custom works.

appreciation for artists like Rolando Saenz, who is

As with all of the people in our community we feature,

known to be the best at “reading the stone.” His

Bill and Janelle give back to those in need by contrib-

works range from tabletop pieces to the larger

uting significantly to the St. Jude Medical Research

pieces seen in Netanyah Original Art.

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OVATION ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS WAS FOUNDED IN 2018 TO PROVIDE A HOME FOR PERFORMERS TO PURSUE THEIR PASSION

OF THE ARTS THROUGH PROFESSIONAL-STYLE

TRAINING WHICH PROVIDES THE TECHNIQUE, LIFE SKILLS, EXPERIENCES AND CONNECTIONS NECESSARY TO SUCCEED IN THE INDUSTRY. Ovation Academy equips students to be good-

hearted people as well as hard-working professionals and respectable leaders.

Ovation Academy offers a full immersion program

for students in grades 6-12 with academics completed on-site taught by certified teachers and industry professionals. This option allows students to complete mid-

dle and high school requirements and select a major to focus their technical arts training. The Homeschool Co-op allows students to take courses at their own discretion and allows participation in field trips and com-

munity outreach but excludes the on-site academics.

Ovation Academy also provides after-school enrichment classes and performance opportunities which are open to the community for ages 3 through adult.

Training in the disciplines of dance, acting, musical

theater and theatrical production and design as well as the business of being a professional artist is available. Ovation students are trained to be highly tech-

nical artists with a sense of community and humility.

Philanthropy and community outreach are central

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Academy encourages students to pursue opportuni-

ties to audition and work while continuing their arts education. They create networking opportunities with industry professionals and college recruiters as well.

The conservatory academy opened its season in

October with a fantastic production of Pippin the

musical. Audiences were dazzled by the quality of performances the students presented as well as the spec-

tacle created by the design and directorial team. The production was filled with authentic characters, challenging choreography, incredible vocal performances

and exciting use of aerial silks and acrobatics. This show

was an inspiring glimpse at the level of talent and caliber of production expected and presented by the academy.

You will not want to miss out on future productions!

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OVATION ACADEMY

(CON TI N U ED)

In November the full-immersion students competed at the Texas Thespian State Festival, along with approximately 8,200 other public, private and charter school students from across the state. The Ovation Academy Troubadours competed in individual and team events. Students representing the academy received superior rankings from every judge across the board. Every single high school student who competed for Ovation along with 12 middle school students qualified for the National Festival this summer! To put this into perspective, McKinney ISD, which has three large high schools and five middle schools, had a total of 38 students qualify for Nationals; and Prosper ISD, with its 6A high school and two middle schools, had 12 students qualify. Ovation Academy will be sending an astounding 32 students to compete at Nationals! Ovation Academy of Performing Arts also took home the first place trophy in the Dance Challenge event!

Four students at Ovation Academy of Performing Arts have been cast as part of a television pilot being locally produced. Still The One is a Rio Rancho Studios production. Averly Belle Burns, a freshman musical theater major,

"The talent at Ovation is so deep that I am sure I will add more students to our cast as we progress,” Mikey says.

snagged the role of Dee Dee Jenkins after the director,

And he did! Mikeyd called upon Ovation Academy to audi-

Mikey Morewood, had spent nearly two years searching

tion actors to bring to life their cartoon mascot and Studio

for just the right fit in talent and chemistry to co-star with

Girl, Bonnie O’Clare. Ash Burns, a senior production and

Emma Kelly, who also recently joined Ovation Academy.

design major, was selected for the gig.

Soon after Averly was cast, Mikey visited Ovation Academy

The Troubadours were honored to accompany local

and observed a showcase. He was immediately drawn to

entertainer Martyn Lucas, Phantom of the Opera London

junior acting major Jake Ryan Scott, who was next to be

and World Piano Man, at his concerts in September and

included in a supporting role. Joe Nativi, a sophomore act-

December. The students were invited to perform along-

ing major, later joined the production as well.

side Martyn and wowed the crowds each night with their level of professionalism and polish.

Ovation Academy hosted auditions for Broadway Artist Alliance of NYC. The highly selective program admits approximately a dozen participants per major per session in each age division from across the country for its summer intensive program on Broadway. All seven Ovation Academy students who auditioned were selected to attend! Several were selected in multiple majors as well.

This is just a glimpse at the students’ accomplishments in five short months in addition to the numerous community service projects, performances and additional castings.

Ovation Academy of Performing Arts is currently holding tours, auditions and interviews for enrollment.

Ovation Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization, privately funded, tuition-based conservatory academy. Ovation Academy is seeking sponsors, investors and business partners to assist with the growth and educational opportunities for its students.

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FEBRUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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popular and requested programs.

YAG PRESENTS: TWO ONE-ACT ROMANTIC COMEDIES

a mission to get women laughing

It's more than a hilarious stand-up comedy show; it's a sisterhood on again. A must-see! Rated PG-13 for

McKinney Performing Arts Center

adult innuendo and observational

We've paired up 8 Ways for the First

comedy. Tickets: $22

Date to Go Completely and Horribly Wrong by Christina Sexton and The

9 Worst Breakups of All Time by Ian McWethy. See how, no matter how hard someone has stomped on your heart, it could always be worse! The Young Actors Guild is partially funded

NORTH TEXAS REGIONAL LEADERSHIP DAY Dallas Baptist University

Leadership programs of many DFW cities have collaborated once again

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for the annual North Texas Regional

HUGS CAFE’S BOOT SCOOTIN’ GALA 2019

come together, sharing expertise and

Leadership Day. We believe our region grows stronger when our leaders spheres of influence to address regional

Rock Creek Ranch

and community issues. Join 300

by the McKinney Arts Commission.

Come enjoy an evening catered by

community leaders meeting to share

Tickets: $12/adult

Local Yocal. Guest speaker Coach

ways of improving our communities.

Gene Stallings will share his life with

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his son, John Mark (Johnny). The event

LOW-COST PET VACCINATIONS

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Vaccination Station

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additional employment and training cial abilities. Tickets are available at HugsGala.org.

23 PROSPER FISHING DERBY Pond at Frontier Park

Come join this fun event from 9-11 a.m.

Vaccination Station. Rabies vaccina-

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CINEMARK RIBBON CUTTING

the age of 14. Family fun. Officials

HATS & HEELS FOR HEALTHY HEARTS

of Commerce to celebrate Cinemark

tions: $15. Various dog and cat packages available. VaccinationStation.com

Magnolia Terrace

Cinemark Theater

Your Heart as we celebrate Heart Month with the inaugural Hats & Heels for Healthy Hearts fundraiser/ luncheon/silent auction! Tickets are

parents. Prizes will be awarded in various categories to children under encourage catch and release, please.

Joint ribbon cutting with Frisco Chamber Theater's new location located at Dallas North Tollway and 380.

Come join us at Fresh Start for

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With three rings of affordable family fun, Jordan World Circus will thrill fans of all ages. Come see

Renaissance Hotel Addison

the death-defying aerial acts and

Come celebrate and support the

animal attractions including tigers

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life-changing work of the Samaritan

and elephants. In addition to the

Inn. Enjoy an elegant seated din-

performing acts, kids will have the

LAUGH YOUR SPANX OFF WITH FOUR FUNNY FEMALES

ner, live entertainment, a silent

unique opportunity to ride and pet

auction and much more. The eve-

different types of animals. Acts are

ning concludes with the music of

subject to change.

McKinney Performing Arts Center

the Emerald City Band. Black tie

Four Funny Females, Dallas' only

optional. Tickets, tables and spon-

award-winning, all-female stand-up

sorships available. Contact Tressie

comedy show, has consistently

Johnsen at tjohnsen@saminn.org

been one of the MPAC's most

or 972.632.1290 x232.

$35. 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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GIVING BACK

Hugs Cafe HAVE YOU HAD YOUR HUGS TODAY? ARTICLE TOM BRIDGES PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED FORTUNATELY FOR COLLIN COUNTY, RUTH THOMPSON FOUND HER WAY FROM COLORADO TO TEXAS. She had worked with adults with special Ruth and one of the recipients of the love from Hugs' founder, Ruth Thompason.

needs there and didn't lose that passion in the move.

Ruth's vision began back in the early 2000s, and only due NAME PHOTOGRAPHY to her driveARTICLE and determination, Hugs Cafe opened inNAME 2013.

The mission for Hugs Cafe is to enhance the lives of adults with special needs through training and employment. By changing the world, one hug at a time, Ruth is confident it will help us all in our endeavor to be better human beings, striving to help one another.

Ruth recruited a team of directors with experience in all kinds of businesses and services, all of whom have made Hugs the success it is. But, as Ruth will tell you, without her teammates, whom she admits are the "inspiration and very soul of Hugs Cafe," the world would be short way too many hugs.

For more information or to donate, visit HugsCafe.org.

Hugs Cafe, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Hugs Cafe, Inc. is also a registered Texas nonprofit.

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