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DECEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Rod Patten | rod.patten@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Holiday Spirit and Ghosts of the Past WITH THE HOLIDAYS APPROACHING AND 2022 RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER, IT IS TIME TO CELEBRATE THE IMPORTANT THINGS IN THIS WORLD. Spending time with loved ones, taking some time off, and counting our many blessings are always part of the season for me. This annual cycle of reviewing the past, seeing both the beauty and missed opportunities, and moving forward with love and cheer is a true gift for me each year.

A Christmas Carol is one of my favorite stories. The transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge as he moves from a miserly, crotchety, curmudgeon to a joyful, enlightened,

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giving man who embodies the true Spirit of Christmas is nothing short of a miracle. I understand Scrooge. Scarred by economic hardships from a long-ago event, he protected himself with his miserly ways. Long past the point of abundance, he still could not give up the need to hold onto every penny. He also had no tolerance for those around him who did not live out his own distorted view of scarcity.

It was the Ghost of Christmas Past who brings clarity to his greedy and self-serving life. The Ghost of Christmas Present then teaches him that joy and love are all around him, and it really has nothing to do with money. His heart is finally warmed

by Tiny Tim, who despite his physical and economic hardship teaches him about

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courageousness and kindness. Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet-to-Come shows

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him the path he is truly on and the dire consequences of his life choices. These three

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lessons change Scrooge and those around him forever. As the years go by, he holds

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true to his promise and honors Christmas with all his heart: he treats Tiny Tim as if

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he were his own child, provides lavish gifts for the poor, and treats his fellow human

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beings with kindness, generosity, and warmth.

I wish you the very best for this holiday season. It is my hope that we all take a moment to reflect on our past, see the beauty and kindness all around us, and put forward our best and brightest self moving forward.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021 FEATURES 18 All things bright this holiday!

Festive gift suggestions that will brighten anyone’s holiday.

20 Toys In Store For nearly 40 years, Toys Unique has made shopping a family experience.

24 Lovely Weather for a Carriage Ride Together Take a carriage ride through the Park Cities to see the dazzling Christmas lights.

28 Gratefully Giving Away After a successful campaign last year, Lifestyle Publications is giving

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$300,000 to recipients in need this Christmas season and beyond... and we need your help!

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Local Experiences

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Trend Setter

20 Locally Owned 24 Local Limelight 28 Giving Back 32 Lifestyle Calendar

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Power of Prevention featured Chris Herren Honorary Chair Taylor Stensrud, and Event Chairs Robin Bagwell and Jan Osborn welcomed supporters who gathered at the Preston Hollow home of Sandra Estess to hear former NBA-star Chris Herren share his struggles with drugs and alcoholism and journey to recovery. This annual event raised over $115,000 that will Recovery Resource Council to provide access to free and accessible mental health care and addiction treatment.

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1. Adrienne Santaularia, Marsha Williamson, Lisa Kroencke, Heather Ormand | 2. Ashlee, T.J. and Chris Kleinert | 3. Eric Niedermayer and Maureen Maidlow | 4. Kathy Helm, Jeff Kramer, Marcy Kramer, and Larry Helm | 5. Robin Bagwell, Taylor Stensrud, Jan Osborn | 6. Terry Bentley Hill and Tom Krampitz

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Party in The Park Typically an outdoor gathering, this year’s annual picnic supper benefiting Klyde Warren Park was moved to the Morton Meyerson Center due to rain. Event Chairs Lynn and Allan McBee worked alongside Honorary Chairs Kathryn and Craig Hall to produce an evening that was casually elegant with a champagne and cocktail reception and a performance by the three-time Emmy Award-winning Texas Tenors.

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1. Allan and Lynn McBee | 2. Craig and Kathryn Hall | 3. Deborah and John Scott | 4. Heather and Ray Washburne | 5. Myrna and Bob Schlegel | 6.

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Galleria Hosts Alley Market Galleria Dallas recently hosted its second Alley Market celebrating women-owned businesses. The market featured local brands that sell everything from one-of-a-kind hats and jewelry to succulents. Vendors at the Alley Market donated 10% of sales during the weekend to Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support to help support women experiencing domestic violence.

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1. Courtney Goldberg | 2. Cynthia Smoot, Tiffany Moon | 3. Megan Townsend, Chuck Steelman, Rachel French | 4. Natalie Harden, Jessica Bader, Carolyn Meehan, Holly Quartaro, Gail Good, Melissa Staab, Melanie Mityas | 5. Sabine Ruth, Mary Lo, Gavin Olson | 6. Tori Gonzales

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Burgers + Burgundy The twelfth annual Burgers + Burgundy event, presented by Chef John Tesar & Terri Provencal, with event chair Al James, was recently held at Peace Plaza at Cathedral of Hope benefiting DIFFA/Dallas. Partygoers sampled a wide variety of mouthwatering burgers created by local chefs. During the event, the much-anticipated 2021-2022 DIFFA/Dallas Style Council Ambassadors and DIFFA Legends were announced. www.diffadallas.org

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1. D’Andra Simmons, Amy Vanderoef, Rhonda Sargent Chambers | 2. Doug Cochran, Lynae Fearing | 3. Greg Haynes Johnson, Zach Hess | 4. Jason and Brittanie Oleniczak | 5. Leah Fischer, Ken Weber | 6. Terri Provencal, Ramino Garza

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WINTER AND REVEL WINTER IS A TIME TO ENJOY FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHILE USHERING IN THE SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON. Whether you are enjoying one of the many festive activities our city has to offer or spending time with loved ones, the memories made will be cherished.

THINGS TO DO IN WINTER + Experience the magic of Christmas on board Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s North Pole Express.

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2001 Flora Street, Dallas, TX + Food Tours of America is rated Food & Drink activity in Dallas on Tripadvisor, we recommend you come hungry!

3839 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX + The Perot Museum is where families can learn together and individuals can take a break from their daily routines to ponder the vast mysteries of science.

2201 North Field Street, Dallas, TX + From revered fashion and lifestyle boutiques to exquisite dining and impeccable service, Highland Park Village offers an unprecedented luxury experience in a historic open-air setting.

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SEASONAL LIGHT DISPLAYS AND EVENTS

Courtesy Highland Park Village

+ A great way to see the lights is to book one of the horse-drawn carriages.

Highland Park’s lights shine bright until after New Year’s.

4601 Lakeside Dr. , Dallas, TX + Holiday at the Arboretum is a great holiday tradition! The garden comes to life at night with over one million lights and 25-foot-tall elaborately decorated gazebos.

8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX + The magical World of Enchant is filled with dazzling displays that feel like they come right out of a childhood Christmas dream.

3809 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX + The most dazzling and spectacular time of the year, Vitruvian Park transforms into a magical holiday wonderland.

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+ Interlochen Christmas Lights is a Christmas extravaganza that attracts thousands of families to cruise through Arlington every December, providing miles of smiles to kids of all ages 2000 W Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, TX

HOSTING HOLIDAY DINNERS WITH LOCAL MAKERS + The Festive Kitchen is one of Dallas’ premier caterers for events, weddings, and “take home catering” with an eye for creativity and defined as “recognizable gourmet” 3404 Rosedale Ave, Dallas, TX + Artistic creativity coupled with years of culinary training make Kuby’s catering a unique treat for any occasion, from box lunches to holiday dinners.

6601 Snider Plz, Dallas, TX + Foxtrot Market is a fancy corner market with chef-prepared meals, wine & local goods, plus under-an-hour delivery. Curated goods, everyday necessities, local classics and new favorites.

6565 Hillcrest Ave, Dallas, TX + Dr. Delphinium is in the business of beautifully-crafted works of floral art. Shop freshcut stems, arrangements, plants and orchids, gifts and candles.

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FESTIVE GIFT SUGGESTIONS THAT WILL BRIGHTEN ANYONE’S HOLIDAY.

All things bright this holiday!

DEFINING DAZZLE THIS DECEMBER IN A NEW WAY. Surprise her, him, or them, with presents from local shops. We’ve put together some festive gift suggestions that will brighten anyone’s holiday.

4. Ken’s Man’s Shop: 1. Texas Goods Company:

Brilliant-Secrid wallets began in 2009 out of the Netherlands. The slim design is purposeful, yet tasteful.

locally in Dallas, TX. The soy candles have a modern-

The card release design intended to cascade your credit

ized cherry wood wick. All are hand-poured into recy-

cards to make choosing which one to use is easier and

cled wine, liquor, and beer bottles which are collected

safer. Every wallet is RFID safe for your cards (and your)

locally around the DFW area through recycling pro-

protection. Why didn’t we think of this bright idea? Multi

grams with bars and restaurants. The unique up-cy-

styles of laser leather designs and colors to choose from

cled candles are available at Texas Goods Company at

at Ken's Man’s Shop.

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https://www.instagram.com/texasgoodsco 5. All Good Things: 2. Dive Coastal Cuisine:

Vivid-Gathering with friends? We see puzzles as a

Golden- Fresh seafood with unique flavors. They

means to slow down, connect, and live in the present.

feature local organic produce, seasonal seafood

Piecework is a puzzle company dedicated to quality

entrees, and an array of creative salads, sandwiches,

time in the great indoors. Their beautiful puzzles are an

and specials. Dive into the holidays and present a

antidote to obsessive work culture and an addiction to

meal subscription plan as a gift. Make the holiday

screens, all while looking like a piece of art. They make

delish with Dive Coastal Cuisine, it’s locally owned

a fool-proof gift for anyone on your list! Find a wide

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Things in Bishop Arts. https://www.instagram.com/allgoodthings.shop/

3. Elizabeth W Boutique: Sparkling- We are coveting the Jennifer Behr earrings

6. Dear Hannah:

this season. Two of our gifting favorites are the Elara

Neon- Both modern and fun, the neon color acrylic

hoop earrings, gold plated brass with fine crystal stone

Tic Tac Toe games will bring smiles and friendly compe-

star drops, and the Melanie earring, hand-crafted state-

tition. Available in several bright colors the board game

ment streamers with sideways marquise stones and

screams “winner” before the game even starts. Acrylic

crystals. Both are available gift-wrapped at Elizabeth W

sets of Rumi, dominos and playing cards are also avail-

Boutique in The Shops of Highland Park on Oak Lawn.

able at Dear Hannah in Snider Plaza.

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Scintillating- Liquor bottle candles are handmade

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Melanie earring

Elara hoop earrings

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Secrid wallets

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Piecework Puzzles

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Neon acrylic tic-tac-toe game

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LOCALLY OWNED

ARTICLE EMILY C. LASKOWSKI | PHOTOGRAPHY GRANT MILLER

To y s I n S t ore

FOR NEARLY 40 YEARS, TOYS UNIQUE HAS MADE SHOPPING A FAMILY EXPERIENCE. IF YOU’VE EVER WALKED AROUND INWOOD VILLAGE, CHANCES ARE YOU’VE SEEN TOYS UNIQUE, THE 40-YEAR-OLD FAMILY-OWNED CHILDREN’S TOY STORE BURSTING WITH GIZMOS AND GADGETS A PLENTY. In its current location for the past seven years, Toys Unique first opened for business in 1982. Owners Pam and Dean May have weathered the toy business with many pivots and changes and locations during that time—but for this couple, there’s no other way they would have it.

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together. He does that side, I do this side, and we meet in middle.” Not long after selling that first toy, she and Dean welcomed their first child, a son, eventually followed by a daughter, while their business expanded to multiple stores around the North Texas area.

Now, with their two children grown, she and Dean have settled on this single location. “Our goal in our elderly years was always to get down to one store,” May explains. “And that’s where we are now.”

Already stocked and geared up for the holiday season, May says they are prepped for the ongoing supply chain situation. “We had two warehouse spaces—we ended up almost quadrupling that,” she says. “We started thinking we need to not only buy through December, we need to buy through January and into February. So, that’s what we’ve done.”

And while their warehouse is chock-full of Barbie dolls and LEGO kits and all those other festive toys for tots, she cautions her customers to shop early anyway. “It’s not to say that we won’t have a lot towards the end—we will—but we might not have that one Barbie they want,” May says. “We might have another Barbie, but we might not have that one.”

Luckily, the entire team at Toys Unique makes shopping (and shopping early) as easy as possible for its loyal customers—no matter what. During the pandemic, the store had to shut down for five weeks. That didn’t stop Toys Unique—Pam and Dean continued to pay their staff while Pam would fill orders to all the moms and customers in the area from her cell phone and handle pick-ups in the alley behind the store.

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er makes v e t it ha e “ W , we ’r e w illing as ie r f or to em h do” t “I learned a long time ago that retail is a people business,” May says. “Yes, it’s the buying, and yes, it’s the selling and all that. But the bottom line is about people. And so you take care of your staff, and you take care of your customers.”

For the holidays, they are ready to do the same—and they are also hiring store managers and receiving managers for those interested. And while the store is open and back in full swing for in-person perusing, May says you can also follow them on Instagram for gift ideas, peruse their catalog, call ahead, or make an appointment with her or the staff for specific personal shopping help—she even says some customers bring their children in to take pictures of toys and hone those Christmas lists in advance. Don’t forget about the complimentary gift wrap, either. “Whatever makes it easier for them, we’re willing to do,” May says.

That sounds like a family-owned business who understands what the holiday season is all about.

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“IT’S VERY COOL TO BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THE CLOSEST THING TO A SLEIGH RIDE THAT YOU’LL FIND IN TEX AS.”

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Tracy Pratt, owner of Brazos Carriage, which has been in the business more than 15 years

The streets of Highland Park, starting on Turtle Creek

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One-hour tours of the dazzling Christmas lights, complete with holiday music

Each carriage has 4 tours each night, December 1-30

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ARTICLE KATIE BEVAN PHOTOGRAPHY ALYSSA JEANDRON

DECEMBER MEANS THAT THE PARK CITIES ARE LIT UP! THERE’S ONE WAY TO SEE IT THAT’S BETTER THAN THE REST.

C ARRIAGE RIDE TOGE THER

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WHILE TEXAS RARELY GETS A WHITE CHRISTMAS,

Tracy runs the logistics of booking all the Christmas rides and

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sometimes wrangles her daughters to help out. Brazos Carriage has

HOLIDAY CHEER. The neighborhood lights and decor

12 carriages running during the holidays and 15 drivers. The tradition

usher in the spirit of the season.

runs deep in the Park Cities communities, and Tracy and her team

A mainstay of this tradition is Tracy Pratt, her drivers and her horses with Brazos Carriage. Horses have been a huge

have been there for quite some time. She has guests that have ridden with her every year for 15 years.

part of Tracy’s life for as long she can remember. She res-

Whether your family or friend group includes 2 or 15, there is a carriage

cues all of her horses. Pudge, her oldest horse, is 30 years

for you. Now you just need to decide who will bring the hot chocolate!

old and she saved him from the pound that bought him from the slaughterhouse 28 years ago. She cares deeply for these animals, and has rescued 25 in total.

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GIVING BACK

Gratefully

ARTICLE ALLISON GIBESON PHOTOGRAPHY JANIE JONES

GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

ABOUT SIX YEARS AGO ANNA SAROL, THE DAUGHTER OF A SINGLE MOTHER, WAS PARALYZED IN A GYMNASTICS ACCIDENT WHEN SHE WAS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BUT UNTIL LAST YEAR SHE DID NOT HAVE A STAIRLIFT IN HER HOME. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000.

Anna Sarol

“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are,” Anna says.

The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year.

When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions.

Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized.

One such nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her three young relatives. The children came from an abusive situation, and Kathy, a single guardian, works tirelessly to provide for them. Nevertheless, the family was already living in poverty despite her working seven days a week when Kathy lost her job during the pandemic. She resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent.

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When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy.

“When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.”

“This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever.

Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.”

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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link.

The amount given to each recipient will be based on need.

The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.

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with a bigger, brighter Reliant Holiday

SIGNATURE CHEFS AUCTION

2ND ANNUAL ROOFTOP WINTER WONDERLAND

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Venue Forty 50

March of Dimes will present Signature

Village! DallasZoo.com/ZooLights

Adolphus Hotel

“Miracle

Dallas-Fort Worth chefs, cocktails,

Adolphus’ holiday rooftop expe-

a silent auction, and a live auction.

rience, is offering a winter won-

Enchant is proud to present The Great

The 25th annual event is an opportu-

derland escape in the heart of

Search, the first in a series of five fas-

nity for guests to experience Dallas’

Downtown Dallas. With igloos and

cinating adventures. Guests embark

most talented chefs while celebrat-

winter log cabins for dining and

on a quest within the mystical forest

ing and supporting a great cause.

drinking with friends, cozy cocktails,

of millions of twinkling lights and a

SignatureChefs.MarchOfDimes.org

snacks, giant Jenga, holiday movies,

world of wondrous art installations

a giant Instagrammable snow globe

as they journey to save Christmas.

and more. The rooftop will be open

Enchantchristmas.com

1-26 A CHRISTMAS CAROL Wyly Theatre

Three spirits have come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, and take

on

Commerce”,

The

Fair Park

Wednesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. Adolphus.com

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3-5 THE NUTCRACKER BALLET Winspear Opera House

DALLAS ZOO LIGHTS

Experience

Dallas Zoo

Christmas tradition of the season

that delights audiences across North

Cruise through the Dallas Zoo and

as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince

Texas. Brimming with joyful songs,

enjoy magical

moments

battle an army of mice and travel

magical spirits, and holiday cheer, the

along the way! Featuring one million

through a winter wonderland to

Tony Award winning Dallas Theater

twinkling lights, elaborate displays,

meet the Sugar Plum Fairy in the

Center’s A Christmas Carol boldly

dazzling 3-D lighted sculptures, larg-

Kingdom

reimagines Dickens’ classic tale of

er-than-life animal lanterns and more,

costumes and dazzling choreog-

joy, redemption, and the spirit of

all from the comfort of your vehicle.

raphy will transport audiences to a

Christmas. DallasTheaterCenter.org

NEW THIS YEAR — immersive video

world where dreams do come true.

projection mapping will transform

TexasBalletTheater.org

him on a fantastic journey through Christmases past, present, and future

holiday

select areas along the path, and ends

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Chefs Auction featuring bites by

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DSO CHRISTMAS POPS

Morton Meyerson Symphony Center

Enjoy

transcendent

anthems,

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holiday

favorites and sing-along carols. Vocalists, Ava Pine

and Reginald Smith, Jr., join the DSO and the Dallas Symphony Chorus to bring a bit of Christmas magic to the Meyerson. Sprinkle in a Santa appearance, a bit of snow, the joyous sounds of the DSO and there is nothing quite like it! DallasSymphony.org

4 CRYSTAL CHARITY BALL Hilton Anatole

Benefiting the 2021 Dallas County beneficiaries

(Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation, Cafe Momentum, Dallas CASA, Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, Dallas Symphony Association Inc., Network of

Community Ministries, Phoenix House of Texas Inc. and Scottish Rite for Children), this year’s black-tie gathering is themed “Peace, Love, London” and will honor CCB’s generous donors as an expression of

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appreciation. CrystalCharityBall.org

10-12 BMW DALLAS MARATHON FESTIVAL Dallas City Hall

The weekend begins with the Friday Night Lights Mile; a two-lap Grand Prix style race around Dallas City Hall Plaza. Things heat up on Saturday morning, beginning with a 10K race, followed by the 5K race and a kids' 100m relay. Sunday’s events include the Full, Half and Ultra Marathons. RunDallas.com

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Moody Performance Hall

This beloved holiday presentation will deliver all you expect from Turtle Creek Chorale during the holidays — joy, laughter, peace, and love. TCC’s holiday concert always holds something for everyone — from heartwarming traditional carols to exciting new renditions, and thrilling dancing. TurtleCreekChorale.com

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So my art is very much like that a mix of everything a bit of love, a bit of noise, a bit of vintage, a bit of modern, a bit of dark, a bit of pink... I have learned that what is blue to me could be green, or yellow, or red, even purple to another, and I love it because can you imagine how boring life would be if we were all the same?

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