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We love our pets.

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amily. It comes in all different shapes and sizes, some of which are furry and four-legged. No matter what type of animal it is, we consider our pets a part of our family because, well, they just are.

Pets teach us much about selflessness and love.

They train us in the ways of nurturing, as much as we train them to do anything. Their greeting upon our arrival home is pure joy, and pets never speak a bad word to us, take us for granted, or ask for too much. Rather, they are there for us when we need an extra pick-me-up, they offer security and comfort.

In essence, our pets are paying it forward to us on a daily basis. They provide unconditional love, and what greater love is there that that?

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Because these family members are so precious to us, it’s important to find places we feel good about to care for them and offer quality of life. Our community has some great options to help care for our pets--be it a pet store, pet hospital or even a fun dog park to let your friend move around and play.

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Hometown Heroes

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Animal Tracks

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Parting Thoughts

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12 Wandering the Bluebonnet Trail

Discover how to perfectly time your viewing of spring’s beautiful blooms.

14 Rebuilding GRACE

This inspiring story reveals the wonderful character of our hometown heroes.

16 Caring For Our Pets

Find the best our community has to offer for our furry family members.

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Around Town FIRST FRIDAY WOMEN - ANNE BEILER OF AUNTIE ANNE’S INC. Join speaker Anne Beiler as she tells the story of her dream life as a happy mother and wife to nearly losing everything. Follow her journey, beginning with the death of her daughter, as Anne shares how she was catapulted into a darkness she never knew existed, through to healing.

Anne began twisting pretzels in 1987 to support her husband’s vision to offer free counseling in their community. What began as a single farmers market stand grew into Auntie Anne’s Inc., the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. Anne was named one of America’s 500 women entrepreneurs & has been on Oprah, GMA and The Joyce Meyers Show. Friday, April 10; 11 a.m. at Harkins Theater in Southlake; FirstFridayWomen.com.

SAVE THE DATE: CARING WITH COMMITMENT Join the Colleyville Women’s Club as they celebrate their mission and the members and friends who make the organization successful during their 17th annual Caring with Commitment Celebration. Members, supporters, youth and representatives of supported charities receive grants, scholarships and recognition for their accomplishments. The event includes lunch and takes place at the Colleyville Center, 5301 Riverwalk Drive in Colleyville at 10 a.m. on April 30. Event details and tickets are available by calling 817.358.1805 or visiting the Colleyville Women’s Club website at C-W-C.org.

Submissions will be judged based on content, technical merit and uniqueness, and winners will be designated for first place, second place and honorable mention awards along with extra awards for best black and white image and judge’s discretionary awards.

A contest exhibition will take place at the Nature Center between April 28 and May 23 followed by a showing at the Southlake Library at a date to be announced.

For complete rules and guidelines, visit the Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve website at BJNC.org/events, call 817.491.6333 or email admin@bjnc.org.

GRAPEVINE CHAMBER PRESENTS 2014 COMMUNITY AWARDS Each year the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce takes time to honor the outstanding service of members of the community and its membership. The 2014 Annual Community Awards Banquet was held on January 29, and the following awards were presented: D. E. Box Citizen of the Year - Janice Kane for her leadership in improving the economic, civic and cultural well-being of Grapevine; Business Hall of Fame Classic Chevrolet/The Thompson Group for outstanding contributions to the Chamber and to the community; Member of the Year - GRACE (Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange) for outstanding contributions to the Chamber, to the city and to civic organizations; Don Ramey Community Spirit Award - Duff O’Dell for continued outstanding leadership and devotion to the Grapevine community; Ted Willhoite Legacy Award - Lou Hillman for championing responsible change, possessing a pioneering spirit, and demonstrating inventiveness to inspire and educate others; Chairman’s Award - Debbie Gill (Keller Williams) and Walt Mills (Photos by Walt) for providing products, services and assistance that makes the Chamber a better organization; Women’s Division Woman of the Year - Carolyn Lease for outstanding involvement benefitting the community.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN GRAPEVINE

BOB JONES NATURE CENTER PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Southlake’s Bob Jones Nature Center is sponsoring a photography contest through April 18, 2015. Contest divisions will include Student Junior (ages 12 years and younger), Student Senior (ages 13 to 18 years), and Adult (ages 19 and older). Adults will compete in one of three self-proclaimed categories - novice, proficient and advanced.

All submitted photos are to be taken at the Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve and the Corps of Engineer land adjacent to the center, also called the Southlake Cove Ecosystem, and will be judged in six categories: wildlife portraits, natural objects portraits, nature scenes, people interacting with nature, art in nature, and creative interpretation.

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The City of Grapevine has a multitude of volunteer opportunities available for adults and students seeking to give back to the community or looking to fill needed service hours. A variety of assignments and shifts are open as festival and event volunteers (Day Out with Thomas, Main Street Days, etc.), Visitor Information Center volunteers, Nash Farm volunteers, Palace Arts Center volunteers, Settlement to City Museum volunteers, library volunteers and more. Applications for visitor attractions are found online at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

Additional applications may be made for the Grapevine Dirty Dozen, a group of volunteers that work under the Grapevine Heritage Foundation. Members set up and tear down booths at festivals, assist in festival operations, and make sure city events run smoothly. They are also available for special projects such as refurbishing the historical features of the city. Contact gvddpresident@gmail.com for information.

Be sure to check out the Charitable, Civic & Service Organizations tab at GrapevineTexasUSA.com for a list of special-interest groups that also dedicate themselves to the service of the Grapevine community.

CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL ART STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR STATE COMPETITION Twenty-two Carroll High School students recently competed in the regional level of the Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE) held at Timber Creek High School. Seventeen of the 22 brought home medals, and four students and their work have qualified for a state-level competition scheduled for May. Students earning a 4 on their work include Sarah Creech, Bailee Hach, Hannah Javens, Channing Lester, Kaci McAnally, Eleanor Musier, Anni Neiminen, Claire Noorhasan, Katherine Paulsen, Sarah Snodgrass, Evan Walters, and Shangzhuo Wang from Mrs. Thillen’s Pre-AP Art One and Art One classes. Mrs. Shook’s Art One class students include Victoria Satcher, Zane Rogers, Anthony Nguyen, Alexis Walker and Austin Mossberg.

Channing Lester (painting), Eleanor Musier (sculpture), Anni Nieminen (drawing) and Katherine Paulsen (painting) have the honor of progressing on to vie for awards at the state level.

METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS SENIOR LUNCHEONS Metroport Meals on Wheels, a Roanoke-based senior service, provides regular luncheons through area senior centers each month. All seniors are invited to attend and enjoy activities, coffee and snacks beginning at 10 a.m. followed by lunch at 11 a.m.

Locations include Colleyville (2512 Glade Road) each first and third Friday of the month; Keller (501 Borland) the last Mon-

day of the month; Flower Mound (2121 C Cross Timbers Road) weekly on Tuesday and Thursday; Haslet (105 Main Street) weekly on Thursday; Highland Village (948 B Highland) weekly on Thursday; Justin (405 North College) weekly on Wednesday; Keller (660 Johnson Road) weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; Southlake (307 Parkwood) weekly on Tuesday; and Roanoke (312 South Walnut) weekly on Wednesday.

For a calendar of senior luncheons and information on other senior programs offered by Metroport Meals on Wheels, visit the website at MetroportMOW.org.

GCISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT The Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation hosts its 15th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, April 20, at Timarron Country Club in Southlake. The tournament includes registrations and events beginning at 10 a.m. followed by a shotgun start at 12 p.m.. A dinner and auction completes the day at 5 p.m. immediately following play.

The event is sponsored by Classic Chevrolet/The Thompson Group, Grapevine and Arlington and Mike Davis State Farm Insurance Agency, Grapevine. Proceeds will benefit the students and teachers of Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District.

For information regarding team sponsorships, dinner tickets, and auction donations, contact Janice Kane at 817.251.5480 or janicekane@gcisd.net or visit the website at GCISD-k12.org/foundation.

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Field Trip

Wandering the Bluebonnet Trail

TEXAS SHOWS OFF ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY DEBRA CAFFEY

TRIVIA TEXAS BLUEBONNET TRIVIA The bluebonnet was adopted as the official State Flower of Texas at the request of the National Society of Colonial Dames in Texas on March 7, 1901.

Cattle do not eat the bluebonnet plants.

Bluebonnets almost always peak on or about April 21, San Jacinto Day, the day when Texas won its battle for independence in the Battle of San Jacinto.

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other Nature is at her best during bluebonnet season in Texas. From late March through the end of April, displays of the state flower abound all the way from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex into the heart of the Hill Country. From patches along the highways to raucous fields of color, the bluebonnet can take your breath away as you round the bend on a country road.

Fortunately, for those of us in the DFW area, the Official Texas Bluebonnet Trail lays just a short drive south of Dallas off Interstate 45 in Ellis County near the city of Ennis, aptly dubbed the Official Bluebonnet City of Texas.

It is here, from April 1- April 30, that the city showcases more than 40 miles of mapped, driving bluebonnet trails in an event that is attended by tens of thousands of visitors each year.

Since 1951, the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails has been a project of the Ennis Garden Club.

Beginning April 1, members of the garden club drive the trails around Ennis and report the bloom status to the Ennis Convention and Visitors Bureau, who then post the status to their website and Facebook page in order to keep visitors up to date on the areas of best blooming during the time of their visit.

The trails around Ennis are believed to be the oldest known bluebonnet trails in the state, and the spectacular wildflower shows are natural to the area which results in varied blooming times along the trails due to weather conditions and terrain.

However, the bluebonnets typically peak around the third week of April.

Visitors are invited to download the self-driving tour map from the Ennis Convention & Visitor Bureau website or to participate in tours guided by a garden club expert. Guided group tours last approximately two hours and are priced at $50 with an advance reservation. The guided tour requires an empty seat on your group’s bus, motorcoach or van.

Also featured during this time are the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival and the annual bluebonnet photo contest. The festival takes place April 18-19 in downtown Ennis. Events include arts and crafts, children’s activities, live music, scenic country rides, and the 2015 Antique American Independent Automobile Show. Details of the 2015 Bluebonnet Photo Contest are posted to the web page.

Follow the progress of the bluebonnet season at VisitEnnis.org and BluebonnetLove.com or on Facebook at Ennis Convention and Visitors Bureau and Texas Bluebonnet Sightings.

Healthy Lifestyle

Get Active for a Good Cause 5K’S, FUN RUNS, MARATHONS AND MORE

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he cool weather is behind us, and we are itching to get outside and get active. During the month of April, the list of charitable running events is quite lengthy, so as outside temperatures are warming, there’s no better time to get your run on and help a good cause.

Following is a partial listing of events located in or around our OneFourteen community.

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RUN2REBUILD 5K WALK/RUN: Benefits Rebuilding Together Greater

Dallas; Meadowmere Park in Grapevine; RunSignUp.com STOCKYARDS EASTER RUN 1K/5K/10K; Benefits the All Star Equestrian

Foundation; Fort Worth Stockyards; StockyardsEasterRun.com RUN LIKE A HAWK 5K; Benefits Hebron Circle of Friends through the Hebron Hawks Baseball Program; Castle Hills Village Shops in Lewisville; GetMeRegistered.com THE GOOD RACE 5K; Benefits Grace Baptist Church Outreach; Grace Baptist Church in Fort Worth; TheGoodRace.Athlete360.com COLORFEST 5K NORTH DALLAS; Benefits Just Care More; Myers Park and Event Center in McKinney; ColorFunfest5k.com APRIL 11 RUN IN PARK 5K/1-MILE; Benefits local charities; Bicentennial Park in

Southlake; AltrUSA.org RUN FOR RESCUE; Benefits Run for Rescue; First United Methodist Church in Colleyville; DfwRaces.com FELLOWSHIP OF THE PARKS RUN FOR CHANGE 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN;

Benefits Keller ISD, Northwest ISD, and Grapevine-Colleyville ISD counseling departments to raise awareness for adolescent suicide prevention; Fellowship of the Parks in Keller; FellowshipOfTheParks.com STICK A FORK IN YOUR RUN THRILL OF THE GRILL 5K; Benefiting Operation Finally Home; Central Market in Plano; ThrillOfTheGrill5K.com

APRIL 21 METROTEX TRINITY TREASURE RUN 5K; Benefiting the Metrotex

Charitable Trust Public Education grant program for student organizations; Continental Avenue Footbridge in Dallas; PlayTRI.com

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BIG D TEXAS MARATHON; Fair Park in Dallas; TexasMarathon.com

YOUNG TEXANS RACE AGAINST CANCER 5K & 10K; Benefiting the Leu-

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kemia & Lymphoma Society; Trinity Grove in Dallas; PlayTRI.com WOMEN GREATER FORT WORTH RACE FOR THE CURE; Benefiting breast cancer research; Ridgmar Mall in Fort Worth; Komen.org

WHITE ROCK 5K; Benefiting the Assist the Officer Foundation; Win-

frey Point at White Rock Lake in Dallas; Whiterock5k.com TREK THE TRAILS HALF AND 5K; Benefitting Pulmonary Fibrosis Re-

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search; McKinney Boyd High School; GetRacing.org YOUR NEXT STEP IS THE CURE DALLAS 5K; Benefiting the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation; Reverchon Park in Dallas; YourNextStepIsTheCure.org

HEELS AND HILLS; Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; Bear

Creek Park in Keller; DallasAthletesRacing.com LONE STAR RACE HALF-MARATHON, 10K & 5K; Benefits Ability Connection Texas; Levitt Pavilion in Arlington; TheLoneStarRace.org April 2015 | OneFourteen Lifestyle

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Hometown Heroes

GRACE’s Donation Station Fire RISING UP FROM THE ASHES

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ometimes bad things happen to good people. In this case, the people in reference are the folks at Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange (GRACE).

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lection site located at 112 North Scribner in Grapevine. What started out as a robbery, ended up in a blaze that destroyed approximately $75,000 in property and donated goods that included a temporary storage building, a shipping/storage container, fixtures, and several bins of donated clothing and household items.

Though Grapevine firefighters responded quickly and were able to contain the flames within the span of a few minutes, the damage was significant enough to throw off the GRACE operations for several days. GRACE Executive Director Shonda Schaefer expressed concerns about being able to meet the immediate needs of the many families that rely on their support on a daily basis.

This is where the heroes enter the story. It is where we are reminded of the goodness and strength of a community that rises to an occasion and begins the process of healing and restoration.

Aside from the first-responder firefighter heroes on the night of the blaze, the next several days saw a steady stream of fresh

heroes. The first on the scene were the approximately 125 people the evening of the fire, with a contribution of $1,000. The that arrived the morning after the incident to help begin the clean second was from an area club, the Lake Grapevine Runners up. They sorted through mildewed bags, swept ashes, and hauled and Walkers (LGRAW), who presented a check in the amount away the debris that had been the collection site and storehouse of $2,500 and reportedly matched with another $2,500 in donations from individual members of the club. And later in the for GRACE’s donations.

In addition to the obvious physical recovery that was taking day, the Congregation Beth Israel Brotherhood presented a shape, Grapevine businessman, Gary Humble, stepped up to or- check for $3,500.

And, last but surely not ganize a financial initiative. least, there have been the Humble is the owner and CEO of Grapevine Craft “Heroes represent the best of ourselves… smaller donations of money and donated goods given Brewery, a new face on the A hero can be anyone from Gandhi to your from the kindness of so many business scene in historic downtown Grapevine. As a classroom teacher, anyone who can show in the GRACE community.

While they might appear to matter of fact, he’s so new that he isn’t set to open his courage when faced with a problem. A hero be insignificant in the face of larger gifts, they too collecnewest brewery and beer is someone who is willing to help others in his tively gather and make one garden until May 2015. Yet, more ding in the looming in the midst of his own or her best capacity.” -Ricky Martin task of recovery that comes overwhelming project, he in the wake of the fire. didn’t skip a beat in immeIn the end, no matter how large or how small our contribudiately responding to the crisis at hand.

Within days, Humble had established an online fundrais- tion, we have proven that our community is a family that will ing campaign to benefit GRACE. With a goal of raising $2,500, come together to uplift and restore one another when trageHumble promised to match that goal with a contribution that dy strikes, giving with whatever treasure and gifts we have to share at the time. would bring the total gift to $5,000.

The thing that counts is that so many showed up to play a role in However, his call to action far surpassed the goal set, and with the help of other individuals and local businesses, including Flip’s the restoration of a community giant that helps so many, day in and Patio Grill, Metro Mobile Electronics, Ben E. Keith Beverages day out, in their hour of need. Nothing says is better than these words and Applegate EDM, Humble’s fund came in at a grand total of taken from GRACE’s blog page (Gracegrapevine.Wordpress.com): “There, in the wake of theft and arson, GRACE’s mission $19,890, all of which went directly to GRACE to support the resto demonstrate compassion to those in crisis became a living, toration effort.

But, Humble did not stop there. When GRACE decided to host breathing, first-hand experience that can only be described as a community rally to celebrate the recovery effort and present up- humbling and moving … In the same way calamity seeks to dedates on their progress, he set up shop and delivered refreshments, stroy, this community’s love for one another yields an overflowcourtesy of Grapevine Craft Brewery, in the cool afternoon air as ing power able to strengthen GRACE and, ultimately, families event staff and attendees enjoyed fellowship, barbecue courtesy who need our services. We have felt the embrace of this commuof Jerry Jones, and performances by Rocky Gribble & Company, nity, and our resolve to serve families facing emergency is now stronger than ever.”

Justin Mason and The Rosewood Trio.

Here’s to all the heroes that stepped up in GRACE’s time of need.

“All we did was provide an opportunity for people to get involved, and they did,” says Humble. “We love our community, and we are grateful Special thanks also go to the following organizations that donated their time, goods for everyone’s willingness to give.” and financial resources to GRACE: The story doesn’t end there, however.

Alford Media Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau On the day of the GRACE CommuniAllied Waste Grapevine Chamber of Commerce ty Rally, a few more groups stepped up Halls Grocery Gateway Church with significant financial contributions First United Methodist Church Market Street to aid in the restoration of the Donation Grapevine Fire Association Park Place Lexus Station facility and the continuation of Grapevine Police Department Southlake Home Depot the GRACE mission. The first was the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Texas Rangers Grapevine Fire Association, representGrapevine Chamber of Commerce ed by the crew that was dispatched on April 2015 | OneFourteen Lifestyle

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Animal Tracks

Taking Care of Fluffy & Fido Investing in the health and wellbeing of our pets ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY DEBRA CAFFEY

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e love our pets.

According to statistics compiled by the American Pet Products Association, Inc. for 2013-2014, Americans own approximately 83 million dogs, 96 million cats, 20 million birds and 8 million horses (not to mention several million other fish and exotic animals). Those numbers comprise about 68 percent, or 82.5 million, of U.S. households. Common sense supports that those estimates have multiplied into 2015.

Not only are we owning more pets, we are spending lots of money on them. The APPA reports actual spending of almost $56 billion in 2013, and they estimated a rise to more than $58 billion in 2014 (actual figures have not yet been released).

The numbers break down into roughly $23 billion in food expenses; $14 billion in supplies and over-the-counter medicines; $15 billion in veterinary care and insurance; $2 billion in live animal purchases; and $5 billion in pet services such as grooming, boarding, training, pet sitting and daycare.

Over the years, our attitudes toward pets have changed. Where they might have once been relegated to the outdoors, more and more pet owners seem to be welcoming pets into their homes as full-fledged family members. And, they are taking better care of them than ever before.

Indeed, more high-end products and services are reflecting the rise of our pet’s status in the family. The emergence of pet health insurance, natural pet foods and treats, and pet-sitting/daycare services illustrates that we have an increased level of concern for our pets.

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With this in mind, OneFourteen Lifestyle decided to take a look at our area and the retail establishments, products, services and facilities available to us for our pets. While it is certainly not representative of each and every one, they highlight the trends in pet care right here at home.

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Most notable among our pets’ food options is a growing subculture of what could be deemed health food stores (especially for cats and dogs). New kid on the block, Hollywood Feed, is a franchise based in Memphis, Tennessee, that has recently begun its expansion into the DFW metroplex. Stores feature a nice variety of healthy food and treat options for dogs and cats. They also stock a wide selection of toys, and specialty pet accessories that include a line of all-cotton, American-made pet beds, collars and leashes.

If that’s not enough, you can even drop your pet off for grooming services or make use of their self-serve dog wash stations. Nearby locations include Southlake, Colleyville and Keller.

A small number of specialty dog bakeries and boutiques have popped up here as well. In Southlake, Three Dog Bakery whips up dog confections in their own kitchen. Serving up everything from dog biscuits to pupcakes and birthday cakes, the display is overflowing with fun, fresh, healthy treats for your favorite pup that look like something straight out of your favorite bakery. And, even though you might not choose to eat them, they are completely fit for human consumption. Shelves in the small store are filled with unique pet products that include food, treats and accessories. Even the rawhide chews are custom-made for Three Dog Bakery and are guaranteed safe and digestible.

Other similar stores in nearby communities include Colleyville’s Lucky Dog Barkery and North Richland Hill’s Woof Gang Bakery which also feature boutique pet accessories/clothing and healthy food and treat choices.

HEALTH

Our area has a large number of quality veterinary services that are too numerous to single out any one. My experience has always been positive to go with word-of-mouth recommendations if you are looking for a new healthcare-giver for your pet. But, even when you have the best care, trouble can arise when there is a medical emergency. What do we do for care after hours or on weekends?

I’ve been in that situation, and the people at The Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas were a blessing when we were in a panic. The facility is established and supported by many local veterinary offices as a go-to resource for emergent animal care. Located in Grapevine, it specializes in emergency and critical care of all companion and exotic animals 24/7 on a walk-in basis.

For cat lovers, an added bonus in our area (though not an emergency facility), is the only feline specialty practice in North Texas. The Kitten to Cat Hospital is located in Southlake and provides a full range of specialized care for your favorite kitty in a feline-only environment.

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Americans spent an estimated

FUN AND GAMES

$58 billion on pet care in 2014.

Years of study have proven that most dogs require more mental, physical and social interactions than other pet species. Indeed, it has been directly related to training and behavior issues. Fortunately, our area provides many public and private facilities for providing your dog with the physical activity it needs.

Grapevine, Southlake and Trophy Club all provide designated dog parks for playtime and learning social skills. Each has their own personality and perks, and they prove a great outlet for a young dog or one with excessive energy when you can’t (or don’t want to) take them for a walk or run. They also provide a free playgroup for your dog and a great environment for interacting with other dog owners.

Options to check out include Southlake’s BooBoo’s Buddies Dog Park located near the Bob Jones baseball fields; Trophy Club’s Independence Dog Park located near the entrance of Trophy Club Park; Grapevine’s unofficial and unnamed dog park located near the Oak Grove soccer complex at Lake Grapevine. (If you have a water-loving dog, the Grapevine dog park is the only location with a pond for swimming and water-fetch games.) Another nearby spot is the Tipps Canine Hollow dog park located in North Richland Hills off Davis Boulevard. With the exception of Grapevine, all locations have designated play areas for small and large dogs. All parks require the supervision of your pet at all times.

Dog daycare provides a similar experience in a supervised environment for pay. Pet owners that work often seek care and entertainment for their dogs on a regular basis, and other owners utilize them for social interaction and playtime when they can’t supervise or participate. Half-day and full-day programs are generally available on a drop-in basis at very reasonable prices.

In Southlake, Elite Suites offers daycare in specially-designated areas for both large and small dogs that are supervised by a staff member to ensure the safety of each pet. A similar service is offered at Colleyville’s Animal America Pet Resort. A dedicated small-dog (under 25 pounds) facility is found at Southlake’s Fireplug Inn. All of the daycare facilities also offer boarding and grooming services by appointment.

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Giving Back

in the square A Southlake Women’s Club Tradition of Giving ARTICLE DEBRA CAFFEY | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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he Southlake Women’s Club has been a hallmark of charitable giving since its inception in 1985.

In the years since, the membership has worked tirelessly to provide quality programs and events to aid them in the fundraising that they do each year in support of the many Northeast Tarrant County charities that help women, families, children and the elderly.

Of all the events they host, a local and visitor favorite has become their annual Art in the Square. This year, they host the 16th anniversary of the juried, fine-arts festival that has become a nationally-ranked event attended by thousands of people.

Art in the Square is an open-air, community event that takes place over two-and-a-half days. It features more than 150 world-class, professional artists and emerging teen artists along with a variety of quality entertainment acts, food and beverage

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THE SOUTHLAKE WOMEN’S CLUB Presents ART IN THE SQUARE

Friday, April 24 – 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 25 – 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 – 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Southlake Town Square Free Admission and Parking Continuous Live Entertainment Sabre Main Stage Headliners Friday, April 24 The Walton Stout Band Awarded Best All Live Band in Dallas Favorite Band of the American Certified Wedding Planners Saturday, April 25 Jo Dee Messina Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, award-winning country singer with 9 #1 singles, 16 Top 40 singles, and more than 5 million records sold worldwide.

choices, and activities for the entire family. Its purpose is to provide a vehicle for fundraising that will benefit 26 charities selected from among hundreds of grant applications each year.

Slated for Friday, April 24 - Sunday, April 26, 2015, the event takes place in the heart of Southlake in the popular Town Square, and it promises to deliver a varied cultural experience to visitors while providing members of the Southlake Women’s Club an opportunity to serve and support the community, unify its members and raise funds for distribution to local charities.

The success of Art in the Square has allowed the Southlake Women’s Club Foundation to contribute in excess of $2 million toward charitable programs since 2000. The supported programs include summer camps for children; art camps and therapy camps; meals to senior citizens, children and families; emergency assistance programs; abuse

programs for women and children; transportation assistance; and medical, special needs and outreach programs.

For additional event information, visit ArtInTheSquare.com, and for information on the Southlake Women’s Club and their mission, visit SouthlakeWomensClub.org.

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THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS GRAPEVINE MARKET LIBERTY PARK

The Grapevine Market features a variety of vendors offering home decor, jewelry, collectibles and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; 299 South Main Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

DAILY THROUGH APRIL 22

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“PEANUTS…NATURALLY”

OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC

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See the natural world through the eyes of Charles Schultz’s Peanuts characters from the 1950s and 1960s. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; and Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m.; 636 South Main Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

UMBRA WINERY

DAILY THROUGH APRIL 26

Umbra Winery and the Grapevine Oil Company join together to showcase a selection of delicious oils, vinegars and wines for an evening of tastings. $25/person; $20 for wine club members; 6:30 p.m.; 415 South Main Street; Grapevine; 817.421.2999.

WHAT’S UP DOC? THE ANIMATION ART OF CHUCK JONES

APRIL 2 & 9

FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY

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Browse the art and learn the behind-the-scenes background of animation artist, Chuck Jones. Jones is most famous for his work for Warner Brothers’ Looney Toons animations in the 1940s and the 1950s. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m.; 1600 Gendy Street; Fort Worth; 817.255.9300; FortWorthMuseum.org.

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THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS

Free tax preparation assistance and filing for those in need. No age restrictions. An appointment is needed. 3 p.m.-7 p.m.; 1400 Main Street; Third Floor; Southlake; 817.748.8243.

APRIL 3-4 “CHICAGO”

GRAPEVINE FARMERS MARKET

BASS PERFORMANCE HALL

TOWN SQUARE GAZEBO

“Chicago”, the number one longest-running American musical is presented

by Performing Arts Fort Worth. Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Fourth and Calhoun Streets; Fort Worth; Basshall.com.

Shop fresh, local produce each Thursday and Saturday beginning April 9 through October 17. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; 325 South Main Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

APRIL 4 ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE BOB JONES NATURE CENTER

Learn important survival skills like archery, fishing, geocaching, orienteering, shelter building and outdoor cooking. Ages 9-15; $30/ person; 355 East Bob Jones Road; Southlake; 817.748.8019.

APRIL 4-5 EASTER BUNNY TRAIN COTTON BELT DEPOT

Ride along with the Easter Bunny on the 10 a.m. Family Fun Train, the 1pm Fort Worth Stockyards excursion and the 2:45 p.m. Stockyards Trinity River Ride on April 4. On April 5 features a special afternoon Easter Fun Train. 705 South Main Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

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APRIL 9 SHARING THE PAST THROUGH ART AMON CARTER MUSEUM

A program designed for adults with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, participants discuss artists, exhibitions and themes of artwork to connect to past experiences. 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m.; 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard; Fort Worth; 817.989.5030; visitors@ cartermuseum.org; Cartermuseum.org.

APRIL 9 2ND ANNUAL REVIN’ UP ROANOKE DOWNTOWN OAK STREET

Join in the celebration - music, drinks and downtown dining.

Special appearances and music include Katye Hamlin, Larry Joe Taylor and Jack Ingram. Free; 6 p.m.; Oak Street in Downtown Roanoke; RoanokeTexas.com.

APRIL 10 2015 DRIVE INTO THE NIGHT GLOW GOLF TOURNAMENT GRAPEVINE GOLF COURSE

Enjoy 9 holes of Tarrant County’s only nighttime golf tournament.

Registration includes dinner, golf cart, glow equipment and inside open bar. All proceeds benefit Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange. $200/player; $750/team of four; $50 Dinner only; 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.; 3800 Fairway Drive; Grapevine; DriveIntoTheNight.com.

APRIL 10-11 FASHION AND FLEA GRAPEVINE CONVENTION CENTER

Shop urban-style market finds including home decor, jewelry, clothing, games, toys, records and more. $6/person; Friday 3 p.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 1209 South Main Street; Grapevine; FashionAndFlea.com or GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

APRIL 10-12 AND 17-19 DAY OUT WITH THOMAS GRAPEVINE VINTAGE RAILWAY

Enjoy a short train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends™-themed entertainment, storytelling, music, and more! $18/person; 705 South Main Street; Grapevine; 817.410.3185; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

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followed by a tour of the New Vintage Wine and Gallery Trail along Grapevine’s historic Main Street. 10 a.m.; Blessing of the Vines-Free to all ages; Wine Trail-$55 adults 21 and over; 2000 Champagne Boulevard; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

APRIL 11, 18 & 25 ROANOKE FARMERS MARKET AUSTIN STREET PLAZA

Shop fresh, local produce each Saturday from April through September. 8 a.m.-noon; 221 North Oak Street; Roanoke; RoanokeTexas.com.

APRIL 11 A RUN IN THE PARK AND FAMILY FUN RUN BICENTENNIAL PARK

Get your run on in a timed 5K or an untimed 1-mile Fun Run/Walk.

All proceeds benefit area charities. Registration 6:45 a.m.-8 a.m.; Opening Ceremonies 8:15 a.m.; 5K Start 8:30 a.m.; 1-Mile Start 8:45 a.m.; Awards and Activities 9:30 a.m.; 450 West Southlake Boulevard; GetMeRegistered.com.

APRIL 15 SWEET N’ SAVORY PASTRY BITES & WINE PAIRING MESSINA HOF WINERY

Not sure what pastries to pair with your favorite wines? Every third Wednesday of the month, the experts at Messina Hof Winery offers up taste selections to help you prepare for your next gathering of friends. $20/person. Reservations suggested. 5 p.m.-8 p.m.; 201 South Main Street; Grapevine; 817.442.8364.

APRIL 18 14TH ANNUAL SPRING INTO NASH NASH FARM

Guests will enjoy a variety of activities including heritage toys, kitchen gardening, cotton planting, farm animals, tractor-drawn wagon rides, field cultivation, wood carving demonstrations, jump rope making, wood-burning stove cooking demonstrations and blacksmith demonstrations. Free admission; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 626 Ball Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

APRIL 18 SURVIVE AND THRIVE ANNUAL SPRING PLANT SALE

COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE

GRAPEVINE BOTANICAL GARDEN HERITAGE PARK

CITY OF TROPHY CLUB

Plant sale sponsored by the Grapevine Garden Club. All proceeds benefit civic projects and scholarships. 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; 411 Ball Street; Grapevine; GrapevineTexasUSA.com or GrapevineGardenClub.org.

The Trophy Club Women’s Club partners with the city in a community-wide garage sale benefitting designated club charities through the sale of permits and maps of participating homes. 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; TrophyClub.org or TCWC.org

APRIL 11 23RD ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE VINES HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GRAPEVINE

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APRIL 19 12TH ANNUAL GHA BIG BIKE RUN WILLHOITE’S

The Grapevine Heritage AMBUCS host The Big Bike Run, a charity Poker Run event dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities. Prizes, silent auction and raffle. 12

p.m.-6 p.m.; 432 South Main Street; Grapevine; 817.600.4709; GrapevineTxasUSA.com.

APRIL 23 EVENINGS ON OAK STREET AUSTIN STREET PLAZA

The Evenings on Oak Street Summer Concert Series presents Time Warp (Sounds of Texas). Free; 7 p.m.-8 p.m.; Austin Street Plaza; 221 North Oak Street; Roanoke; RoanokeTexas.com.

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APRIL 24-25 11TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATEFEST AUSTIN RANCH

The 11th Annual ChocolateFest is a fund-raising event benefitting Travelers Aid Dallas/Fort Worth. Friday, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. enjoy An Evening of Chocolate and Wine; $60/person (age 21 and older), and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. enjoy A Day of Chocolate and Art; $15/person (age 8 and older); $5/person (age 7 and under); 2009 Anderson Gibson Road; Grapevine; ChocolateFestGrapevine.org.

APRIL 24-26 ART IN THE SQUARE SOUTHLAKE TOWN SQUARE

Enjoy a weekend of fun at the Southlake Women’s Club event, Art in the Square, a nationally-ranked fine arts event that raises funds for charitable organizations serving women and families in NE Tarrant County. Don’t miss this year’s headliner, country music singer, Jo Dee Messina. Free admission and parking. Friday 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Southlake Town Square; Southlake; ArtinTheSquare.com.

APRIL 25 “BUBBLES OF LOVE DAY” CENTRAL PARK IN THE SHOPS OF SOUTHLAKE

Join in a family-friendly, fun day of celebration as the DFW-area city mayors celebrate the proclamation of “Parent Alienation Awareness Day” and “Bubbles of Love Day”. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 1221 East Southlake Boulevard; Southlake; AllEvents.in/southlake.

APRIL 25 BYRON NELSON HS TASTE & TALENT BYRON NELSON HIGH SCHOOL

Talent show, food vendors, live and silent auctions sponsored by the PTSA of BNHS. $8 adults/$5 Students and Children; 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; 2775 Bobcat Boulevard; Trophy Club; Contact Cindy Huizenga at chuizenga@nisdtx.org.

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APRIL 25-26 BACK TO NATURE SPRING FAMILY CAMP OUT TROPHY CLUB PARK

Bi-annual family tent camp out. Registration required. 2885 Trophy Park Drive; Trophy Club; TCParks.org or 682.831.4603.

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Parting Thoughts

Puppy Love

WORDS DEBRA CAFFEY

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wning a dog has been, without question, one of the most gratifying experiences of my life. I often chat with friends about our four-legged friends, and we all agree that the bond we share with our dog is the closest we have ever come to knowing true, unconditional love. There is never a moment that they don’t adore us. Their sweet faces greet us with joy every time we return home from our journeys, and they remain loyal beside us through thick and thin. Their devotion knows no bounds.

While I grew up a cat person, I discovered puppy love when we finally gave in to my son’s plea for a dog. In spite of the fact that the dog was supposed to be his, I fell head over heels in love before we had ever walked away from the pet adoption.

I adored every moment of our life with him. He was my companion when my two sons were outgrowing the need for my attention. He took walks and explored nature with me. He protected me.

He consoled me when I cried. And, he knew that I was there for him when he fell ill with seizures that left him dazed and afraid. We were friends.

One of the saddest days of my life was the day Joey died. The silence of his absence reverberated through

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the house, and I felt lost for a long time. It was strange to be without him and the routine we had established.

I am forever grateful to the friends and family that shared their pets with me during that time. It was the perfect therapy to have a furry companion for a day or for several weeks. For quite some time, I was seldom without a borrowed dog, or sometimes two, to keep me company.

It has been four years, and I am still on a dog hiatus. Life got crazy in lots of new ways, and the timing has never been quite right for bringing another dog home. I still visit my friends with dogs, and I still do an occasional dog-sitting duty. Sometimes, I take a spin through the pet store on a weekend when the rescue agencies bring in their animals for adoption.

I’m keeping a watch out for the one that will one day pull at my heart strings and ask to come home.

In the meantime, I enjoy the occasional company of my youngest son’s dog, Daisy. She’s a rambunctious labmix puppy that gives me a run for my money when she returns home with him for college holidays and summer breaks. I love every minute of her visits. Having her around is like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds. She reminds me of how special puppy love can be.

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