Flower Mound Style July 2017

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Besides discovering new ways to work up a sweat without moving a muscle, when you live in Texas, you also learn to embrace an unbridled sense of pride about the Lone Star State. You find a previously untapped passion for barbecue and high school football and learn to say “y’all” and eventually “all y’all” in a Texas drawl. So why do so many flock to our southern section of the U.S. and put down roots here in North Texas, even when fewer people than ever before are moving? Read stories of local families who recently moved to Flower Mound in “Destination: Texas” and explore the data behind the decisions of Texas transplants.

We can bet it won’t be long before our new neighbors are finding themselves feeling oh, so FloMo. We curated a lighthearted list of why “You’re So FloMo If …” in this issue. Whether you’re a native Flower Mounder or nearly native, see if you can relate to what makes us unique. And because we just couldn’t contain ourselves once we got going, you can read a new quip every day this month on social media. Just look for #soFloMo for even more fun jabs about life here in the bubble.

Many people may flock to Texas for the warmer temps, but July has us looking for ways to beat the heat. Why not grab colored pencils or markers and color our cover? If you’re thinking of putting in a new pool soon, you’ll want to read about the recent trends in HomeStyle. Or, if you spend time in your current pool, at the neighborhood pool or on the lake, be sure to check out Stuff We Love in Shop in Style for the latest in sun protective gear.

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Back from a two-season hiatus, Grapevine’s free Friday Night Fireworks return this Memorial Day weekend as part of the city’s Ninth Annual SummerBlast.

FMHS Thespians Have Done It This Time The Flower Mound High School Performing Arts Department’s production of Oklahoma! received six Dallas Summer Musicals High School Musical Theatre Awards.

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DÉCOR TO YOUR DOOR Experience custom, beautiful and meaningful designs at your fingertips

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n speaking with Christine Blythe, owner of Décor to Your Door, her contagious energy and gusto for creativity is palpable. She has had a passion for design and the knack for spacial organization all of her life, and her keen artistic abilities and talent for transforming living and working spaces are at the very heart of her business. Christine has been an interior designer for more than 23 years.

Customization plays a key part in bringing any space together into a cohesive style. Having a professional designer with an eye for things like complimentary colors, unified patterns and spacial groupings makes all the difference when it comes to the end result. Most clients, Christine says, make choices based on preferences and then leave the rest to the designers. “Clients are always excited to see what we’ve come up with,” she says.

The designing experience at Décor to Your Door is interactive, which means the designer leads the client through a selection process very carefully, step by step, allowing clients to make choices based on their own personal preferences. The designer is there to assist when the client needs help with a choice, such as “Will this fit?” or “How can we make this area beautiful as well as functional?” This approach sets the tone for expectations and simplifies the “mysterious process” of interior design, making the experience much more enjoyable for everyone.

Christine designed her own interactive catalog that shows clients what furniture and textile options her shop offers. Clients rate each object throughout the decisionmaking process to narrow down their final selections, which ultimately reveals the master plan. Before such technology existed, multiple, massive catalogs were the only way of making these types of selections. The technology Christine uses in the designing stages streamlines the process tremendously.

“As interior designers, we receive the latest fabrics and furniture styles six months to a year in advance,

Clients are always excited to see what we’ve come up with. compared to what the general public gets to see. This allows us to sustain a cutting edge on the current interior design trends,” Christine says.

Christine is not just a designer; she’s not just a people person. She is an artist and creative type who also happens to be a keen businesswoman. This is a rare but incredibly valuable combination of traits, and if you’re going to invite someone to design and organize your living or working space, you can see why collaborating with her makes perfect sense.

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MEDIA ROOM MOVIES | TELEVISION | MUSIC

local picks ABSTRACT |NETFLIX “Each episode is a stand-alone documentary on a specific designer in a variety of professions. It was extremely fascinating to learn about others’ creative processes and how they became the experts in their fields.” Molly Fox, Director of Communications, Town of Flower Mound

BEHIND HER EYES | SARAH PINBOROUGH “Louise goes to work on Monday and discovers the man she recently made out with in a bar is her new boss. And the new friend she meets through a chance encounter turns out to be her boss’ wife. Or was it a chance encounter? Nothing in this crazy suspenseful story is what it appears to be, and the ending will blow your mind.” Sue Ridnour, Director of Library Services, Flower Mound Public Library

BECAUSE YOU LOVE TO HATE ME: 13 TALES OF VILLAINRY AMERIIE JULY 11 Why the Witches Went Wicked Sure, everyone knows the enemies of evil in traditional fairy tales. But have you ever wondered why those apples went bad? “Because You Love to Hate Me” retells 13 classic tales with a twist—from the villain’s point of view. This flipping of the script will tickle readers’ intrigue with a fresh new perspective on their favorite stories as reimagined by 13 bestselling authors and BookTubers.

DUNKIRK IN THEATERS JULY 21

All They Need Is a Miracle Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, Dunkirk also features the big-screen acting debut for Harry Styles, musician for the uber-popular boy band One Direction. Styles plays the role of Alex, one of the British soldiers cut off from his group of Allied troops and surrounded by the German enemy on the beaches of Dunkirk, France. The story of their incredible evacuation takes place during World War II in the Battle of France.

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GAME OF THRONES HBO JULY 13

Let the Games Begin Again At long last, the highly anticipated seventh season of “Game of Thrones” is here. The seven episodes of the hugely successful HBO series begin again starting July 16. An adaptation of author George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire,” Thrones is created with a mix of medieval fantasies and power struggles among the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, starring Alfie Allen, Jacob Anderson and Pilou Asbæk. Does Daenerys ship make it to Westeros? What happens between Davos and Melisandre? Tune in to find out.

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STYLEGUIDE EVENTS | HAPPENINGS | PROMOTIONS

CONGRATS, GRADS! Please join us as we bid a fond farewell to the Class of 2017 from Edward S. Marcus High School and Flower Mound High School. May your paths take you far and your journeys be full of adventure, but always know, we will forever claim you as one of our own. We can't wait to hear how you change your world and make a real difference in the lives of those around you! We know your families are proud.

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AH, LIFE IN THE FLOWER MOUND BUBBLE, SAFE FROM BIG-CITY TRAFFIC AND CRIME, AND SURROUNDED

BY LIKE-MINDED NEIGHBORS WHO PROBABLY MOVED HERE FOR THE SAME REASON YOU DID— SAFE COMMUNITIES, GOOD SCHOOLS, AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND LOTS OF AMENITIES. WHETHER YOU’VE BEEN HERE FOR DECADES OR RECENTLY CLOSED ON YOUR BIG BRICK/STONE TWO-STORY HOUSE WITH NO BASEMENT:

YOU GO TO THE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES AND YOU DON’T HAVE A KID ON THE FIELD—OR EVEN ONE IN HIGH SCHOOL.

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you take the Grapevine dam road to get around FM 2499 traffIc. YOU NO LONGER HAVE TO LEAVE THE BUBBLE TO EAT A FANTASTIC MEAL AT A LOCALLY OWNED RESTAURANT.

YOU BATTLE OVER AN AXE. YOU HAVE A SIGN IN YOUR FLOWERBED WITH YOUR STUDENT’S NAME ON IT YOU HAVE CROSSED THE BORDER TO GAMBLE— AND BY “BORDER” WE MEAN OKLAHOMA. A FORECAST FOR LIGHT SNOW SENDS YOU SCRAMBLING TO KROGER FOR BREAD AND MILK.

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YOUR FAVORITE PLACE FOR HAPPY HOUR IS A NEARBY SONIC.

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YOU HAVE EVER PULLED OVER ON FM 3040 TO TAKE BLUEBONNET PICTURES BY THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

YOU CAN’T GET A PARKING SPACE AT THE WHATABURGER ON FM 407 AT 11 P.M. ON A FALL FRIDAY NIGHT. YOU HAVE SEEN SOMEONE RIDE A HORSE DOWN THE SIDEWALK.

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YOU HAVE PICTURES ON YOUR PHONE OF HAIL, TREE BRANCHES AND FALLEN FENCES. YOU GOT ALL EXCITED WHEN THE NEW WALMART OPENED IN HIGHLAND VILLAGE—AND THEN YOU KEPT SHOPPING AT TARGET.

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you consider Southlake as where “the rich people live.”

YOU CAN PARK BETWEEN A TESLA AND A MASERATI WITHOUT BREAKING A SWEAT.

IT TOOK YOU AT LEAST A YEAR TO REMEMBER THAT FLOWER MOUND ROAD IS ALSO FM 3040, WHICH BECOMES ROUND GROVE ROAD, WHICH BECOMES HEBRON PARKWAY.

YOU SPEND MORE TIME AT YOUR KIDS’ BALLFIELDS THAN YOU DO AT THE GYM. NO ONE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD IS FROM NORTH TEXAS.

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YOU HAVE EVER RECEIVED A NASTY GRAM FROM YOUR HOA FOR LEAVING YOUR TRASHCANS OUT TOO LONG.

YOU SPEND SO MUCH TIME VOLUNTEERING AT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL YOU HAVE A LAMINATED NAME BADGE YOU HAVE A SIGN IN YOUR FLOWERBED WITH YOUR STUDENT’S NAME ON IT AND THE SPORT/BAND INSTRUMENT HE/SHE PLAYS.

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YOU MOVED HERE TO BE CLOSE TO THE AIRPORT—AND NOW HIRE A DRIVER TO GET YOU THERE. YOU HAVE TAKEN A BAG OF STALE BREAD TO LAKE GRAPEVINE SO YOUR KIDS COULD FEED THE FISH FROM THE DOCK.

you keep an extra refrigerator in your garage just to hold your Costco run.

ON WEEKENDS, YOU ENCOUNTER MORE BICYCLISTS ON THE ROAD THAN MOTORISTS. YOU TOOK ONE LOOK AT THE FLOWER MOUND WHEN YOU FIRST MOVED HERE AND SAID, “WAIT, THAT’S IT?” YOU DRIVE YOUR GAS-GUZZLING SUV TO WHOLE FOODS MARKET.

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Friday nights on the plaza, 7-9 pm

Free live music every Friday night (7-9 pm) through November. Enjoy the show from a Lakeside restaurant or relax in the plaza on your blanket or portable chair.

CARVAO PRIME BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE • EPIC GELATO • MIO NONNO TRATTORIA • PARADISE BISTRO & COFFEE CO. • STARBUCKS • HANAYA HIBACHI SUSHI & ASIAN FUSION • MILWAUKEE JOE’S • MENA’S TEX-MEX CANTINA • LAKESIDE DONUTS • THE MARKET AT LAKESIDE • BOTTLE & BOTTEGA • MOVIEHOUSE & EATERY • AMBER MICHELLE SALON • ELITE PUPS • IN THE BOX PACK & SHIP • MAJESTIC NAIL SPA • THE LODGE BARBERSHOP • MARTINIZING CLEANERS • VICTORY SPORTS REHAB • URBAN FM 2499 at Lakeside Parkway in Flower Mound • www.lakesidedfw.com VYBE • BLOOMA-ROUND • BRIESLY’S BOUTIQUE • GIANT BICYCLES • HELLO DAFFODIL • ENGEL & 18 • JUL 17 VÖLKERS • FAIRWAY MORTGAGE • TAMMY EDWARDS STATE FARM fmStyleMagazine.com INSURANCE

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HIGH SCHOOL DESTINATION IMAGINATION TEAM WINS GLOBAL COMPETITION Congratulations to Flower Mound High School students’ Destination Imagination team for recently winning the global competition held in Knoxville, Tennessee. The four-member team, FMHS seniors Meredith Carlyle and Hannah Mulholland and juniors Casey Kassal and Liam Mulholland, won first place in the secondary level competition against Destination Imagination, Inc., teams from around the world including China, Turkey and Argentina.

Well done, students!

UNITY IN COMMUNITIES LUNCHEON TO HONOR AREA NONPROFITS The Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Lewisville Area Chamber and Highland Village Business Association, hosts the Unity in Communities Luncheon to recognize the work of area nonprofit organizations that serve our communities. Generously sponsored by Independent Bank, the luncheon honors three nominees and awards one organization as nonprofit of the year. This year’s event will take place Tuesday, July 25, at 11 a.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lewisville.

Cost to attend is $30 per person. Please contact the Flower Mound Chamber at 972.539.0500 to attend.

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IT’S ALWAYS A HAPPY HOUR AT SHOAL CREEK! And now we have drink and food specials to go with them, please check us out online for details

BRUNCH, LUNCH AND DINNER BY CHEF FLORENCIO See him in action at Facebook.com/ShoalCreekTavern Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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FLOWER MOUND AREA SCHOOLS CELEBRATE GRADUATES; ANNOUNCE VALEDICTORIANS, SALUTATORIANS Congratulations to area graduates and special props to those students who were deemed top in their classes. At Flower Mound High School, we recognize valedictorian Aditya Iswara and salutatorian Kirtana George. Valedictorian Hope Anderson and salutatorian Jaeyoon Cha take top honors at Edward S. Marcus High School.

Grapevine Faith awarded Maggie Macdonald valedictorian and Catherine Carter salutatorian status. Liberty Christian School named their valedictorian as Lizzie Paulos and salutatorian Michael Becker.

Best of luck, students, in all your future endeavors.

WALLETHUB TOUTS TEXAS AS A TOP TOURIST DESTINATION Want to embark on the ultimate summer getaway?

No need to leave the Lone Star State. Texas boasts six of the country’s best summer vacation destinations, according to WalletHub, a personal-finance website. Dallas-Fort Worth landed at No. 8 on WalletHub’s list of the top 20 summer vacation spots. Other Texas cities on the list include Houston at No. 7 and Austin at No. 12. San Antonio came in at No. 38 and El Paso at No. 40; McAllen rounded out the Texas destinations at No. 42. To help travelers plan the perfect summer vacay, WalletHub’s data crunchers compared the country’s 80 largest metro areas across 38 key indicators of budgetand fun-friendliness. The data set ranges from cost of the cheapest flight to number of attractions to average price of a two-person meal. Go to WalletHub.com and search Best Summer Vacation Spots for all the details.

FLOWER MOUND STILL ONE OF THE SAFEST TOWNS IN TEXAS Crime rates across the state are steadily declining and that bodes well for those of us who call Texas home. Flower Mound in particular is consistently finding its place among those towns that keep its citizens the safest. According to SafeWise, an independent review and comparison group, Flower Mound ranks No. 7 on its “50 Safest Cities in Texas” report. This is the third consecutive time Flower Mound has been ranked in the top 10 of SafeWise’s annual report and the third safety recognition the town has received so far this year. To compile the list, SafeWise culled from the most recent FBI crime data from 2015 to analyze and rank cities with populations of 10,000 or greater. From there, cities were evaluated on the number of reported violent crimes and property crimes in each city. A detailed report of the data can be found on SafeWise.com

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GRAPEVINE FAITH TO OFFER BROADWAY BOOT CAMP THIS MONTH Some of the most sought-after names on Broadway are coming to Grapevine this month to offer master classes in theater arts, including voice, Broadway dance and audition techniques. Instructors include cast members who have performed in “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Chicago,” “The Producers” and more. Register online now at GrapevineFaith.com. Students in eighth grade through college-aged are welcome to attend the Manhattan Dance Project 2017 Broadway Boot Camp. Don’t let this rare opportunity for your drama or dance student pass you by. Classes will be July 16-21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with additional evening rehearsals.

BE A DREAM MAKER Kyle’s Place, the area’s first shelter for unaccompanied youth, is seeking dream makers to impact the lives of area students. For only $25 a month, your contribution can help provide food, shelter, school supplies and other necessities. Journey to Dream is looking for 500 people to “Show the Love” by signing on as monthly partners and give at least $25 per month. Challenge others to give, ask friends and family to donate in memory or in honor of a loved one, or even pledge to give up an indulgence that costs you $25 a month. If your company matches your charitable donations, consider making a one-time offering. However you can give, please go to JourneyToDream.com and find out more.

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HUMANE TOMORROW SEEKS SPONSORS FOR 20TH ANNIVERSARY TUXES AND TAILS GALA Over the past 20 years, Humane Tomorrow has rescued nearly 10,000 dogs and cats with an innovative outreach and assistance programs. This year, the animal rescue group’s gala fundraiser will be held November 4, at Embassy Suites in Grapevine. Sponsorships are now available and range from $250 to $5,000. To learn more about claiming your sponsorship opportunity, please call 972.691.PETS, ext. 103, or email tuxesandtails@humanetomorrow.org. The Vegas-themed event will support Humane Tomorrow’s ongoing pet rescue projects; tickets go on sale September 1.

FMYSA TO AGAIN HOST THE AAYBA TEXAS WORLD SERIES For the past 10 years, the Flower Mound Youth Sports Association has hosted the American Amateur Youth Baseball Alliance (AAYBA) Texas World Series baseball tournament at Bakersfield Park and fields across town. This year, FMYSA will once again bring our nation’s largest youth World Series to town, ushering in hundreds of teams from around the state to Flower Mound. Please consider volunteering for this amazing event or providing sponsorships. To learn more, check out FMYSA.com or call 972.955.7328.

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HOWDY, PA'DNER! WHY SO MANY CHOOSE TO HANG THEIR HATS IN THE LONE STAR STATE

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hen Charles Maskell retired from the U.S. Army in 2015, he and his wife, Wendy, decided to leave Boston, Massachusetts, for warmer weather. The Maskells had lived across the globe and experienced climates as varied as Alaska and Hawaii. Like many families, they chose to move to Texas over other states. In fact, recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that Texas is second only to Florida as the most moved-to state in America.

So what motivates hundreds of thousands of people to move to Texas each year, and why do so many decide to become our neighbors? The Maskells were previously stationed at Fort Hood (Killeen, Texas), and both of their children attended Texas A&M University; their daughter encouraged them to consider Flower Mound because she had friends from here. “We wanted to be close to DFW Airport because we travel a lot,” says Wendy, “and we fell in love with Flower Mound because of the trees and sidewalks, and it’s close to the lake. We also wanted to be able to walk our dogs and feel safe. The community is just wonderful.”

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THE ATTEVIK FAMILY PROUDLY CALLS TEXAS HOME LONE STAR STATUS The percentage of people moving in America fell to an all-time low recently, with only 2.4 percent of the population relocating to another state in 2015, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Of the more than 7.5 million who did move across state lines, over 550,000 came to Texas, increasing our population by two percent. Only Florida welcomed more new residents (585,000), representing 7.8 percent of all movers versus Texas’ 7.3 percent.

Even when people move at historically low rates, Texas, and North Texas for that matter, becomes a top choice for obvious reasons: the climate, lack of state income tax (along with Florida), and our bustling economy. Those looking further into relocation find North Texas to have even more lifestyle enhancing amenities. According to BestPlaces.net 1,230 adults (aged 18 to 44) chose to relocate to Flower Mound specifically, placing our hometown among the top areas for not only working professionals and families to relocate, but retirees as well.

CHOOSING OUR TOWN Prior to the 1980s, Flower Mound enjoyed relative obscurity. Then, from 1980 to 1990, the town’s population growth increased by an astounding 253 percent. The next decade saw another surge; from 1990 to 2000 Flower Mound’s population grew by an additional 227 percent. From 2000 to 2010, Flower Mound saw only a 28 percent spike in population, as growth began to level out. Less than a two percent growth rate was experienced last year.

Still, Flower Mound was outpacing nearby communities during that same decade, such as Plano (a 17 percent population increase) and Grapevine (nine percent gain). And our small town kept pace with national big-city leaders such as Phoenix, Arizona, and Houston, Texas, which were crowned the seventh- and eighth-fastest growing cities of the past decade, respectively. Today, Flower Mound is home to 68,050 residents, an incredible four-fold increase in 27 years.

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So what is it about this small Texas town that people find so appealing? GoodCall.com, a consumer awareness organization that crunches data from multiple sources, recently published “2017 Best Cities to Build a Forever Home” and listed Flower Mound as its number three pick in the United States. Ratings were based on several metrics including crime rate, employment rate, home value statistics and proximity to a major metro area, just to name a few. Flower Mound has one of the lowest crime rates in Texas and is the safest large community (population over 50,000) in the state, according to ValuePenguin, a personal finance research and analysis group.

NEW SHOPS, RESTAURANTS AND JOBS With population growth, economic growth naturally follows. An additional mixed-used development is under construction at The Riverwalk at Central Park. Similar to Lakeside DFW, The Riverwalk has both commercial and residential amenities, but also its own medical plaza and the town’s first hotel—Courtyard by Marriott River Walk. Some housing is finished and already occupied, while retail and restaurant construction is still in the planning stages.

The Lakeside Business District has gone from open fields to a popular commercial zone with more than 45 businesses.

Along with the commercial district, a variety of retail establishments and restaurants have opened on the town’s south side in the Shops at Lakeside, as well as residential neighborhoods, townhomes, condominiums and loft-style apartments.

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positioned from a location and market standpoint. On the north side of the airport, it’s evenly situated between DFW with the ability to go east/west and north/south on major highways and serve the entire North Texas area. This submarket is now an infill market [with few remaining spaces among current properties], which makes every piece of available land that much more desirable.”

Thornton went on to praise the foresight of town planners. “Flower Mound did a great job developing the town’s master plan for the Lakeside area,” he says, “and that planning fostered the development of the park as a true class A-plus industrial park—from the types of the buildings, the feel of the park, the landscaping. It is truly topnotch and has been key in attracting the top corporate warehouse uses.”

Adding to Flower Mound’s appeal for commercial growth is its ongoing AAA Bond Rating, solid tax base growth and an unemployment rate below the national average. Plus the town was recently awarded the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award—the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting.

RELOCATE TO THE LONE STAR STATE! A GREAT PLACE FOR FAMILIES Flower Mound is also one of Texas’ best places for parents to live and work, and top-rated schools continue to be a natural draw for families. WalletHub surveyed all major cities in Texas regarding employment and ranked Flower Mound number four as one of the “Best Cities in Texas to Find a Job,” basing the decision on the following metrics: number of job opportunities, median annual household income, and housing and transportations costs.

The Attevik family moved all the way from Sweden to Flower Mound in January. Ulf and Louise along with daughters Caroline, 13, and Ellinor 11, relocated due to Ulf’s job assignment in Denton.

“We looked at Frisco, Southlake, Highland Village and Flower Mound,” says Louise, “because we needed to be close to Denton and to the airport—but not too close.”

With 27 percent of our town’s population 17 years old and younger, the community has attracted family-focused and kid-friendly companies—such as music and dance studios, swim schools and child care centers—that thrive here as well. The Town of Flower Mound Parks and Recreation department maintains more than 50 parks and playgrounds, including green spaces with walking and biking trails, access to ponds for fishing and lots of shaded areas for picnics, birthday parties, outdoor activities and relaxing in general.

Lewisville Independent School District’s (LISD) accolades are also factored in when choosing to move here, as it did for the Attevik family. “We wanted good schools for our girls,” Louise says, “and they’ve been taken excellent care of from day one. They made friends easily, and we’ve had super nice neighbors who have helped us adjust.”

THE DRAW OF THE SCHOOLS Flower Mound’s two public high schools: Flower Mound (FMHS) and Marcus (MHS), both within the Lewisville Independent School District (LISD), score nine (on 10-point scale) for academics; more specifically, standardized test scores on the ACT and SAT exams, according to GreatSchools.org. On college readiness, both schools scored a perfect 10. This rating is based on graduation rate, Advanced fm STYLE Magazine

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HOME ON THE RANGE Placement course participation and AP exam scores. FMHS and MHS both have 98 percent graduation rates; the state average is 89 percent. FMHS students have an 86 percent pass rate on AP exams and 82 percent of MHS AP students passed the advanced placement course exams. The Texas state average is 51 percent. This speaks volumes with regard to how both high schools in Flower Mound are preparing our students for college over other high schools in Texas.

“LISD is a place where all students can thrive, no matter their area of interest,” says Superintendent Dr. Kevin Rogers. “Academics, fine arts, athletics, extracurricular club activities, advanced placement, dual credit, internships, career preparation, college readiness—the opportunities are limitless for students to be engaged in their school experience.”

Students are served by outstanding educators at each of the 69 campuses in the district, backed by tremendous community support. “The 13 communities we serve approved a $737 million bond [May 2017], which will help us maintain facilities, build new campuses to support our growth, including the district’s second state-of-the-art career center, and implement safety and security and technology upgrades across the district,” adds Dr. Rogers. “This strong show of support is just another part of what sets our district apart and makes LISD a place families want to establish roots.”

As kids grow, North Central Texas College in Parker Square offers a convenient option for continuing education and, also recently added to Parker Square, Midwestern State University has become Flower Mound’s first fully accredited four-year university.

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MOVE FOR THE KIDS, STAY FOR GOOD When you factor in amenities such as the Community Activity Center, the Flower Mound Senior Center, the Flower Mound Public Library and over 50 parks, it’s no wonder Flower Mound entices families to settle here—who seem in no hurry to leave. In 2016, 22 percent of our population was 55 and older. Warm weather, plenty of recreation such as hiking trails and golf, shopping, restaurants and easy access to DFW Airport has helped Flower Mound also appeal to retirees. Backing up this point, seven new age-restricted retirement communities and assisted living facilities have completed construction in Flower Mound over the past five years.

Research performed by the Office of the State Demographer supports Flower Mound’s surge of seniors. The age category of Texans over 65 years of age is projected to grow at the fastest rate, tripling in size from 2010 to 2050, with those 45 to 64 being the second-fastest growing age group. Further research from the Office of the State Demographer projects Texas’ population to continue to increase, with Denton county coming in sixth of its top 10 counties for growth during that same 40-year span.

The Town of Flower Mound estimates its population to reach 109,739 in 2040, making our town comparable to the number of people currently living in nearby Lewisville.

Whether you’re new to Flower Mound or a recent transplant, we all share the common thread of being drawn to a community—and a state—that is destined for growth and change. fmStyleMagazine.com

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2017

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W DOCS Welcome to our inaugural

Top Docs list, a celebration of 105 of the area’s finest

physicians. To create our 2017 Top Docs list,

we asked area physicians to nominate their peers who exemplified excellence in

their respective specialties.

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hundreds of nominations of

licensed physicians practicing in the Flower Mound area.

Review the complete list of our 105 Top Docs for 2017 as well as a special advertising section that follows.

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY Rene Leon, M.D. 900 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 300 traac.org | 817.421.0770

ANESTHESIOLOGY Kathryn Beck, M.D. 2100 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 250 Richardson valiantanesthesia.com 972.422.8223 Randy Robbins, M.D. 2100 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 250 Richardson valiantanesthesia.com 972.422.8223 Robyn G. Coleman, M.D. 2100 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 250 Richardson valiantanesthesia.com 972.422.8223 Amit Darnule, M.D. 1545 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 spineteamtexas.com 817.442.9300 Bradley J. Oetman, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000 Kathleen T. Bajaj, D.O. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000 John Scott, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000 Katherine Hege, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000 Steve Hensel, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000

“The physician’s highest calling, his only calling, is to make sick people healthy—to heal, as it is termed.”

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Ethan Nguyen, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000

Todd Plott, M.D. 12469 Timberland Blvd., Ste. 501 Fort Worth dermatologyalliancetx.com 817.431.6555

ENDOCRINOLOGY Chris Bajaj, M.D. 7801 Oakmont Blvd., Fort Worth dtc-fw.com | 817.263.0007

FAMILY MEDICINE Eric Futscher, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 130, Grapevine thpg.org | 817.854.2155 Song Lee, M.D. 6220 Colleyville Blvd.

Colleyville 817.416.0525 Joyce Stroud, D.O. 731 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 southlakefamilymedicine.com 817.912.8800 William Musgrave, D.O. 300 North Rufe Snow Dr., Keller nhfm.net | 817.431.3800 Cody Mihills, M.D. 1001 W. Southlake Blvd. mihillswebb.com | 817.310.0421

GASTROENTEROLOGY James Nackley, M.D. 1600 Central Dr., Ste. 155, Bedford dhat.com | 817.267.8470

GENERAL SURGERY James R. McKenzie, M.D. 2050 Hall Johnson Rd., Ste. 200 Grapevine surgassociates.com 817.267.2678

GYNECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY Reagan Street, M.D. 1001 12th Ave., #200, Fort Worth texasoncology.com 817.850.2000

INTERNAL MEDICINE Alan Romero, M.D. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford usap.com | 972.715.5000

DERMATOLOGY

Lyn Berutti, D.O. 190 S. Peytonville Ave., Ste. 110 Southlake dynamiclifehealthcenter.com 817.912.1600

Angela Bowers, M.D. 1170 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake southlakedermatology.com 817.251.6500

Mark Chapman, M.D. 479 Westpark Way, Euless netima.org | 817.358.5500

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Michael Karing, M.D. 479 Westpark Way, Euless netima.org | 817.358.5500 Eva Mina, M.D. 479 Westpark Way, Euless netima.org | 817.358.5500 Adel Zakhary, M.D. 4109 Brown Trail, Ste. 101, Colleyville a-zinternalmedicine.com 817.514.8600 Margaret Nguyen, M.D. 1701 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford bedfordfamilymedicine.com 817.545.7700

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY David Rothbart, M.D. 1545 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 spineteamtexas.com | 817.442.9300 Samir Lapsiwala, M.D. 1900 Mistletoe Blvd., Ste. 200 Fort Worth fwbsi.com | 817.878.5333

NEURORADIOLOGY Richard Suhler, M.D. 2001 N. Macarthur Blvd., #240, Irving irvingradiology.com | 972.579.7575

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Anna Nackley, M.D. 1701 Park Place Ave., Bedford embryo.net | 817.540.1157 Carrie Morris, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 540, Grapevine obgynofntx.com | 817.481.5863 Julia Flowers, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 540, Grapevine obgynofntx.com | 817.481.5863 Stephen Farmer, M.D. 350 Westpark Way, Ste. 223, Euless doctorfarmer.com | 817.571.6863 Beverly Wood, M.D. 1615 Hospital Pkwy., Ste. 310, Bedford gen-obgyn.com | 817.684.5200 Edward D. Clark, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 510 Grapevine heritagewomenshealth.com 817.410.7982

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Troy New, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 340 Grapevine grapevineobgyn.com | 817.329.0389 Kimberly Marshall, M.D. 1600 W. College St., Ste. 340 Grapevine grapevineobgyn.com | 817.329.0389

ONCOLOGY Mary Brian, M.D. 1609 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford texasoncology.com | 817.662.0008

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY B. Todd Drury, M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 John Flores, M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 Michael Nguyen, M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 O. David Taunton, Jr., M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 Stephen J. Troum, M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 Howard W. Harris, M.D. 2425 Hwy 121, Bedford txortho.net | 817.540.4477 Mark Greenberg, M.D. 910 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 155 allstarortho.com | 817.421.5000 Michael Hahn, M.D. 910 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 155 allstarortho.com | 817.421.5000 Robert Bayless, M.D. 2120 N. Macarthur Blvd., Ste. 100, Irving irvingortho.com | 972.438.4636 Steven Sanders, M.D. 2120 N. Macarthur Blvd., Ste. 100, Irving irvingortho.com | 972.438.4636 John Milani, M.D. 2120 N. Macarthur Blvd., Ste. 100, Irving irvingortho.com | 972.438.4636

Byung Lee, M.D. 2120 N. Macarthur Blvd., Ste. 100, Irving irvingortho.com | 972.438.4636 Michael Briseño, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Kerry Donegan, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Kristen Fleager, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Raul Llanos, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Jeffrey Moffett, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Ted Peters, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Pat Peters, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Eric Stehly, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Tim Niacaris, M.D. 800 5th Ave., Ste. 400, Fort Worth texashealth.org | 817.702.9100 Nathan Williams II, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121 Aaron Eubanks, M.D. 2813 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 asodocs.com | 817.310.8783 Kevin James, M.D. 2813 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 asodocs.com | 817.310.8783 Michael Hisey, M.D. 4370 Medical Arts Dr., Ste. 230 Flower Mound texasback.com | 972.956.8181

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Scott Hrnack, M.D. 815 Ira E. Woods Ave., Ste. 100, Grapevine tiosonline.net | 817.421.0505

Ryan Reeves, M.D. 1545 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 spineteamtexas.com | 817.442.9300

Amir Khan, M.D. 815 Ira E. Woods Ave., Ste. 100, Grapevine tiosonline.net | 817.421.0505

Michael D. Garcia, M.D. 1545 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 spineteamtexas.com | 817.442.9300

Zubin Khubchandani, M.D. 815 Ira E. Woods Ave., Ste. 100, Grapevine tiosonline.net | 817.421.0505

Christopher Tucker, M.D. 2535 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine ntxortho.com | 817.481.2121

Scott Wenger, M.D. 815 Ira E. Woods Ave., Ste. 100, Grapevine tiosonline.net | 817.421.0505

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION

Victoria Knoll, M.D. 4031 W. Plano Pkwy., Ste. 100, Plano orthotexas.com | 817.421.0505 Michael House, M.D. 2535 W. Oak St., Denton orthotexas.com | 817.421.0505

OTOLARYNGOLOGY Timothy Ragsdale, M.D. 2813 W. Southlake Blvd. texasent.net | 817.421.6700 Amy K. Mettman, M.D. 660 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 southlakeent.com | 817.416.9731 Michael W. Bryan, M.D. 660 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 southlakeent.com | 817.416.9731 Jonathan Wu, M.D. 361 W. Southlake Blvd. southlakesinusandsnoringcenter.com 817.529.6200

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Southern Cuisine Reinvented GRAYSON SOCIAL PUTS AN UPSCALE SPIN ON TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FARE

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hen you think Southern food, classics such as crispy fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and buttermilk biscuits probably come to mind.

Grayson Social, a farmhouse-chic eatery in downtown Dallas, embodies everything you love about Southern cooking—and then takes it up a notch.

Executive Chef Rebecca Jolly describes Grayson Social as a place to find comfort and make memories. “It’s southern dining with a twist,” she says, “a social space for food, cocktails and friends.” In creating the unique menu, Chef Jolly draws her culinary inspiration from seeing guests enjoy their meals, taking photos of their plates and sometimes boldly asking for the recipe. “That is a gift in itself,” she adds.

You’ll definitely find biscuits on the menu, but Grayson Social’s version has earned the name Killer Biscuits for their heaping helping of butter and Texas boldness. Naturally, Killer Biscuits pair perfectly with the Country Fried Yard Bird, or try the Redfish with Saffron Jasmine Rice and Crawfish Étouffée. Duck Wings or Chicken-Fried Quail for starters?

Yes, please!

While some menu staples such as the Frisée & Gold Beet Salad and Jumbo Shrimp & Grits grace both the lunch and dinner menus, for Grayson Social, seasonality is the buzzword. Fresh herbs and produce— even at the bar—find their way into nearly every dish. “Our summer menu features fresh

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seasonal ingredients,” says Chef Jolly, “along with our much-anticipated Watermelon Mint Martini.”

Chef Jolly honed her cooking prowess at an early age, standing elbow to elbow with her grandmother. “It was like magic to watch her,” she recalls. Today, Jolly likes to return the tutelage, teaching new cooks to hone their skills as she works alongside them. But her greatest pleasure comes from making Grayson Social’s guests happy, along with developing new and interesting flavor combinations.

We’d like to think her grandmother would be proud of Chef Jolly’s pairings of tender Root Vegetable Succotash and earthy Huitlacoche Purée with the Mushroom Dusted Bay of Fundy Salmon and her inventive Sweet Corn Hummus. And who wouldn’t be delighted to try the White Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding with Ancho Chile Caramel and Lavender Ice Cream? We can’t think of a better way to end a meal … until we spied the Nutella Mud Pie with Oreo Crust Cookies & Cream.

Who says southern dining is for the faint of heart?

If you have more restraint than we do— or you are on a special diet—you’ll find a bevy of salads and lighter fare to tickle your taste buds in a more responsible fashion. But we don’t blame you for planning your trip to Grayson Social to fall on your cheat day. Especially when you make a return visit.

You’ll find the cozy, sundrenched dining experience at Grayson Social the perfect excuse to head to Dallas for a weekend brunch or a mid-week lunch date. Or come early for dinner any night of the week and sip a hand-crafted cocktail, such as a Lavender Julep or a Cucumber Gin Fizz, as the refreshing start to a night out. If you have friends in town who want to see Dallas touristy faves—such as The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealy Plaza, Majestic Theatre, the Magnolia Building (with the famous flying red horse) or Renaissance Tower— Grayson Social, located in the newly renovated historic LTV Tower, is just blocks away. call ahead for large groups and wear something loose-fitting. You’ll want to enjoy every last bite of your experience at this new Dallas hotspot.

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LOCALFLAVOR good eats

Let’s Meet at the Creek Shoal Creek Tavern takes bar dining to a whole new level

SHOAL CREEK TAVERN 1701 Shoal Creek, Suite 100 Highland Village 972.317.2250 ShoalCreekTavern.com

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Jim Verfuth is both puzzled and grateful that no one saw the space at Shops at Highland Village as the perfect location for a gastro pub.

The space Verfuth loved for its proximity to the movie theater and easy access to parking remained vacant for years. “It had all the characteristics I wanted for great night life,” he says.

In fact, it even had room for not one, but two patios. “It seemed like the perfect opportunity somehow got overlooked.”

So Verfuth, who also owns Verf’s Grill & Tavern, began build-out on a restaurant that would offer not only the charm of a local bar, but also a menu worthy of five stars. Shoal Creek Tavern is not a typical bar that serves salty chips and spicy wings that make you thirsty for more beer. Its bona fide menu features two twice-daily chef specials, such as a Brisket Kobe Burger and Hatch Chili Chicken Empanadas, and appetizers including Pork Belly-Wrapped Scallops and Lollypop Lamb Chops. So don’t expect to see Meatloaf Monday or Taco Tuesday here. The menu bar has definitely been raised, including a scrumptious weekend brunch.

As expected, the same attention to fresh seasonal ingredients spills over to the bar.

Verfuth hired a trained mixologist—“The chef of the bar,” as Verfuth calls him—to produce hand-infused spirits and house-made syrups.

“We barrel-age our own cocktails and infuse our own vodka without chemicals or artificial flavors,” he says. “We can use what’s in season to create unique drinks for our customers.” This month, Shoal Creek Tavern is featuring a fresh watermelon-infused cocktail—one that took 10 days for the mixture to ferment so the flavor would be full-bodied.

But good food and drinks do not a successful bar make—the service also has to be special. Verfuth trained much of the staff at

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In addition to serving the highest quality food and beverages, “I tell our people that we are here to provide fun and relaxation,” says Verfuth.

With that in mind, Verfuth designed the bar to be mammoth—a good 50 percent larger than the one at Verf’s and the largest in the area. He also made sure the two distinct patio areas were climatecontrolled for year-round enjoyment—with heating and air conditioning plus electrically powered screened walls that can be raised and lowered.

“I love seeing a group of adults gathered around the bar—visiting with people they haven’t seen in a while and making new friends,” Verfuth says. “Shoal Creek Tavern has become a special community gathering place.”

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Step away from the mojito and say no to a margarita. A caipirinha is what you should be sipping. If you’ve ever traveled to Brazil, you’ve likely been served the country’s national cocktail, a caipirinha. A simple concoction with only three ingredients, a caipirinha is tart at first until you sip longer and taste the sugar. Made with a Brazilian rum called cachaça (or pinga or caninha), it’s a refreshing summertime drink that’s perfect for sipping poolside on the patio.

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early 25 years ago, a group of concerned parents founded Adult Day Care of North Texas to provide support and stimulation for their grown children with special needs. Over the years, the name would change and the mission would expand to include a second location, but the passion never wavered. Last July, Special Abilities of North Texas was crowned Nonprofit of the Year for 2015 at the annual Unity in Communities luncheon. In January, JaChel Redmond took the helm as president and CEO. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO: ensuring that adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities have a place to go when they age out of the public school system. Special Abilities of North Texas is a 501 (c)(3) charitable nonprofit committed to creating enriching experiences for adults with special needs in Denton and surrounding areas. At our campuses, they continue to learn and grow to lead fulfilling lives where they are included in the community. We also provide respite for caregivers to help lessen the hardship that sometimes comes with caring for a family member with special needs.

I AM MOST PASSIONATE ABOUT: being of service and making a difference in the lives of people and communities. I have been in the nonprofit sector for nearly my entire career, with the exception of a brief stint marketing commercial real estate. I learned during that short time, in a profit-driven atmosphere, that it did not feed my spirit like other positions I’d held in social service. It served as confirmation that my mandate in life is to work in a field that is solely about giving back and enhancing the lives of others. Although it’s not always the most lucrative, the satisfaction I receive through my work is immeasurable.

PEOPLE MIGHT BE SURPRISED TO KNOW THAT: I began working in the nonprofit industry at a community leadership organization as the receptionist. I answered phones, made coffee, checked mailed. I was so inspired by my boss and community leaders, that

the experience shaped my career path and led me to where I am today.

OUR YOUTH WOULD BE WISE TO: be willing to learn and serve. We live in a time where it’s easier than ever to start a business or a solo venture. I love that our society is breeding a world of wonderful entrepreneurial spirits. In my 20s, I was the same and, truth be told, I still am.

However, I would encourage millennials to put themselves in a position to learn and grow under the leadership of others first. You either learn how to do what you do better, or you learn what not to do. Work in the field or volunteer with organizations that interest you. Doing this will help prepare you to launch your own endeavors. You might even discover that your entrepreneurial spirit is best put to use leading an existing organization that aligns with your passion.

MY HIDDEN TALENT: is singing the blues.

I am originally from Memphis, Tennessee, which prides itself on being “The Home of the Blues.” I think the talent itself comes from my father. He sang in blues clubs around Chicago many years ago. My longterm bucket list item is to book a gig and belt out “These Last Two Dollars,” by the late great Johnnie Taylor. Look for me in a few years at a venue near you.

MY FAVORITE HOLIDAY IS: New Year’s Eve. I experience an intense sense of gratitude for making it through another year. It’s a time when I reflect on all the good in life, people I have lost and new souls that have entered. I love the idea of a fresh start.

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Surf’s Up CATCH SOME WAVES (AND RAYS) AT A SURFING HOTSPOT

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lather on your sunscreen and suit up—it’s time to hit the beach. But forget the snorkel and instead grab a surfboard. Whether or not you have the know-how shouldn’t stop you—surf schools abound on world-famous shores.

There’s also the boogie-board option if a fullsize surfboard is intimidating. They are just as exciting and make learning to navigate the waves easy and fun. Rather watch the waves than catch them? These beaches also provide the perfect sun and sand for catching rays.

Whatever your preference, make like a tourist and immerse yourself in the culture of a surfer town, dude.

Huntington Beach, California You can’t talk surfing in the United States without mentioning Huntington Beach, California,

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which is aptly named Surf City, USA. The town tops many a list of the best places to surf not only in America, but also in the world.

Five beaches line the 10 miles of uninterrupted sand in Surf City, USA. Huntington City Beach is known for the Huntington Beach Pier, which serves as a tourism totem for the more than 11 million annual visitors to this beach. The waves cycle with a consistent swell, making Huntington Beach home to numerous surf competitions. Bolsa Chica State Beach is known for having waters suitable for all skills, so you’ll find most of the novice surfers practice their moves here. Huntington State Beach is best known for body- and boogie-boarding along with bonfire nights. Rounding out the list are Sunset Beach and Huntington Dog Beach, which may be a canine and companion hotspot on land, but don’t expect to send Fido to any surf schools.

If you’re looking for picturesque beaches to visit sans surfing, this famous seaside city in southern California also has you covered.

Just be prepared for the masses of visitors who flock to Huntington Beach each summer. Stake your claim early on whichever beach you plan to roll out your towel. SurfCityUSA.com

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North Shore, Oahu Island, Hawaii While our entire 50th state is a beach-lover’s paradise, if you want to give your board a ride in famous waters, head to Waimea Bay. Known as the birthplace of big wave surfing, the bay is located off Oahu Island’s North Shore. This historical landmark for surfers is home to competition after competition, including the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing. Other North Shore beaches with surf-worthy waves include Ehukai (Banzai Pipeline) and Sunset Beach.

During the summer months, the waves subside enough to make the Pacific waters along North Shore Beach suitable for swimming and pleasant enough for beach picnics. The North Shore town of Haleiwa is a laid-back community of surf enthusiasts and has become a social and artistic hotspot for residents and visitors alike. Art galleries, restaurants and shops speckle the streets of the town known for its country ambiance.

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Mamanuca Islands, Fiji It’s no wonder the hit reality television program “Sur-vivor” has chosen the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji as the location for two of its seasons. The land and waterscapes of the group of 20 islands, situated in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, are simply breathtaking. With palm tree-lined beaches, crystal clear waters and live coral reefs, the Mamanucas offer plenty of nature mixed with a luxury resort here and there.

However, if you’ve come to surf, the island chain is also home to awe-inspiring breaks.

Your surf skills should be on the upper end of a scale that measures easy to difficult waters to navigate with your board.

While Desperations might be aptly named, don’t let Swimming Pools fool you. The six main breaks off the Mamanuca Islands are not for the faint of heart. But, if you are a land lover, watching shortboarders, longboarders and bodyboarders maneuver their way through the tubes can be just as fun.

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Hossegor, France Located Located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France, the town of Soorts-Hossegor is known as the surfing capitol of Europe. Hossegor lays nestled in the southwestern-most corner of the country right above Spain’s northern border. With its close proximity to some of the best surfing waters in the Atlantic Ocean—and it’s more than four miles of beach—Hossegor gives summer tourists everything they want in a surfer’s holiday.

For experts who wish to tame these waters, world-renown waves can be found in such sweet spots as Gravière and La Nord along Hossegor’s coast. However, if you aren’t an experienced surfer, book a class at one of the many surf schools in town. And if you’d rather stay dry and just soak up the rays, Hossegor also boasts some of the cleanest beaches around.

Take a break from the sun to visit Hossegor’s Market Hall.

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ike any home feature, backyard pool designs evolve over time. Today’s sleek edges and clean lines create a minimalist look that effortlessly transitions from the surrounding deck and seating areas. The simple, sophisticated design trend proves you don’t need a lot of flash in your splash.

CLEAN AND CLEAR Particularly in Texas, yesterday’s pools tended to look as though they were carved from the hillside—even if the surrounding terrain was flat. Large boulders served as leaping ledges, and stacked stones often sputtered waterfalls from within. While these freeform designs certainly created an illusion of a natural swimming hole, the rough edges provided the perfect place to crack a chin or bonk a noggin. Plus, keeping all those rocks secure with mortar added a maintenance element and a slip hazard.

Today’s clean edges—or even infinity edges—make the pool a backyard feature that complements the surrounding landscape without competing with it. Smooth decks and patios practically glide into the water’s surface and sightlines continue uninterrupted.

Even sunning ledges seem to unceremoniously rise from the water with grace.

HIGH-TECH LIGHTING Not only does the design of a pool installed today differ from one installed five to 10 years ago, technology has certainly made illuminating your backyard pool more sophisticated than ever. Popular features such as Light-Emitting Diodes (LED) lights are not only energy efficient, bright and durable,

but also come in a rainbow of color options.

Traditional blue always looks inviting, but don’t be shy about letting your family’s personality show with your choice of colors. LED lights are also heat-resistant and can even be used in the submerged features in your pool.

Fiber Optic lights offer waterproof and moisture-resistant illumination that can be submerged and installed along the pool floor. You can even create glowing lines for evening lap swims. With the right lighting, when the sun goes down, the ambiance of your pool is undeniably enhanced.

SAFETY: ALWAYS IN STYLE Every day in the United States, 10 people drown on average in non-boating incidents. About one in five who drown are children 14 and younger, and for every child who drowns, another five receive emergency care from nearly drowning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest data. Keep rescue equipment close at hand and ensure every person in the house over age 12 is CPRtrained.

Install slatted fencing with self-closing, self-latching gates around the pool to keep toddlers from wandering too close.

Children’s Health urges families to install alarms on doors and gates leading to the pool and underwater pool alarms to warn you if someone hits the water. The hospital also encourages skipping the inflatable arm floaties and using only U.S. Coast Guardapproved personal flotation devices on your children and non-swimmers at all times— in and around the pool.

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eing a mom is hard work. The best way to get through the most difficult days is to commiserate with your friends over a glass of wine or laugh along to the hilariously relatable YouTube videos #IMOMSOHARD. The women behind the videos, Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley, are taking their comedy around the U.S. this summer as they go on the Mom’s Night Out: Summer Break Tour. Invite all your mom friends to the show at the Majestic Theatre in Dallas on July 28. You’ll instantly feel comfortable in this uproariously honest show, where Kristin and Jen share personal stories about nighttime routines, stretch marks, Spanx, summer break and everything in between.

For more than 40 years combined, Kristin and Jen have been performing, teaching and writing comedy. They went to the same school in Nebraska but did not meet until they were both performing stand-up at an underground comedy club. Since April 2016, the duo has made more than 40 videos, each one amassing hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube and Facebook—and some with more than three million hits. They also post funny updates and live steams on their Facebook page, which has more than 700,000 likes. Get dressed up with your girlfriends, and leave your husbands and kids at home for a night of mom-to-mom bonding over all the shared experiences (glamorous and not-so-much) that all moms can relate to. In the words of Kristin in her “I Mom Friend So Hard” video, “It’s so important to make really good mom friends!” And there is no better way to make those friends than by laughing together, guaranteed.

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here will be “One Less Lonely Girl” around on July 29 when everyone’s favorite “Boyfriend” performs in concert at AT&T Stadium. After taking home the most American Music Awards of any artist last year, this “Cold Water” singer began the Purpose World Tour in May to promote his Grammy-nominated fourth studio album, “Purpose.” Snag tickets and you’ll hear him perform many hits from this album, including “Sorry,” “Love Yourself” and his first U.S. No. 1 single, “What Do You Mean?” This Canadian singer and songwriter holds several Guinness World Records, including landing the most-streamed track on Spotify, having the most simultaneous new entries on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with 13 songs and being the most-viewed YouTube music channel in 2016.

Teenage girls around the world became enamored with Justin Bieber after the pop icon was discovered from singing videos he

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posted on YouTube. Now fans of all ages call themselves Beliebers due to his catchy lyrics and upbeat music. Bieber made a name for himself in the R&B, pop and hip-hop world with four charttopping albums, remix compilations, acoustic albums and a Christmas album. He also loves incorporating many of his famous friends into his songs, including Nicki Minaj, Skrillex, Kanye West, Miley Cyrus and others. Expect to see a fantastic show with pyrotechnics, dancers and all your favorite J.B. songs when he comes to town this month. Still not sure if you are up for a Justin Bieber concert? Never say never!

DETAILS Date: July 29 Location: AT&T Stadium

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HALL & OATES AND TEARS FOR FEARS JULY 11 AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | If you did not grow up jamming to Hall & Oates’ hit singles from the 1970s and ’80s, you probably have at least heard of the artists they have influenced over the years—music icons such as John Mayer, The Killers and Gym Class Heroes. This duo, made up of Daryl Hall and John Oates, has sold more albums than any other duo in music history. Catch them on tour now with Tears For Fears, another music legend famous for their chart-topping song “Shout.”

33RD ANNUAL PARKER COUNTY PEACH FESTIVAL

July 8

JULY 8 WEATHERFORD | Feeling a little peachy? Go back in time to historical downtown Weatherford for the annual Parker County Peach Festival this summer. In addition to eating sweet, juicy peaches all day, you can also visit more than 200 arts, crafts, food and activity booths, dance around to live music, enjoy activities geared for kids, take part in the peach Pedal Bike Ride and more. A love of peaches is required.

TOO HOT TO HANDLE 5K, 10K AND 15K JULY 9 DALLAS | It’s no secret that July is one of the hottest months of the year in Texas. But this year, it is going to get even hotter at the Too Hot to Handle 5K, 10K and 15K. Choose from one of three distances for a run near White Rock Lake, complete with plenty of water stations, sprinklers and wet towels to keep you from getting overheated. Afterward, hang out in the Sponsor Village in Norbuck Park, which will be filled with sponsor booths, snacks, live music and a beer garden.

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FUN ARTS CAMP: DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID JUNIOR

FINDING NEVERLAND

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ARLINGTON MUSIC HALL | Mermaids and fish know how to have a good time (underwater and on stage), and kids will love going “Under the Sea” in this 10-day Fun Arts Camp at Arlington Music Hall. Students in first through eight grades will learn how to sing and dance, design and execute sets and costumes, and everything else about musical theater. At the end of the camp on July 20, the kids will put on a performance of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Junior” for the public, free of charge. It’s your chance to see your little fish in action before he or she becomes a big star!

WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | Magic is real—all you need is a little pixie dust. “Finding Neverland,” directed by Tony Award-winner Diane Paulus, tells the tale of how Peter Pan came to life. It follows the life of playwright J.M. Barrie, who finds inspiration in four young boys and their mother. Barrie’s play about pirates, adventure, flying and the power of staying a kid in Neverland, once impressed London theatergoers and continues to inspire us today.

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MOVIES AT THE MARQ JULY 14 AND 28 THE MARQ SOUTHLAKE | Gather up the entire family for a relaxing summer outing held at The Marq Southlake. Movies at The Marq are complimentary, kid-friendly outdoor events that everyone will enjoy.

On July 14, at dusk, travel to an animal world with the Oscar-winning Disney film “Zootopia,” and on July 28, at dusk, explore the ocean with Disney’s “Moana.” Both films will be shown on a massive outdoor screen. This is a perfect opportunity to catch up on some great films and spend time with the kids.

THIRD EYE BLIND JULY 15 STARPLEX PAVILION | Celebrating 20 years since their first single, “Semi-Charmed Life,” Third Eye Blind is now touring the United States. This alternative rock band rose to fame in the late ’90s and continues to shake up the music world today—most recently with their newest hit “Cop vs. Phone Girl,” a timely song about police brutality and racism. Opening for the band is Silversun Pickups (“Lazy Eye”) and Ocean Park Standoff (“Good News”).

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ARTS & CULTURE events NEIL DIAMOND 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

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AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | When you think of music legends, Neil Diamond instantly comes to mind. This Grammy Awardwinning American pop/rock/country singer and songwriter is part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and is one of the world’s best-selling artists of all time with more than 120 million records sold during his career.

Sing along to “Sweet Caroline,” “America” and other hits this summer as he goes on tour to promote his career’s 50th anniversary.

FORT WORTH | There’s a lot of buzz going on right now about “Beehive: The 60s Musical” running this summer at Jubilee Theatre. Created by Larry Gallagher and directed by William Earl Ray, this wild show will have you dancing in your seat. The musical tribute to the rocking women of the ’60s— including Lesley Gore, Janis Joplin, the Shirelles, the Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and more— features catchy tunes that will make you wish you could go back to this fun era.

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VERIZON THEATRE | Ever since the Oscar-winning song “Let It Go” from Disney’s “Frozen” skyrocketed her to fame, Idina Menzel continues to make a name for herself in the music world. Her summer tour will promote her newest self-titled album, which she says is “the most personal, introspective” music she has ever made. Expect nothing less than a fantastic show from this Tony Award-winning performer, whose most notable roles include playing Elphaba in “Wicked” and Maureen in “Rent.”

AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | Nobody can “Treat You Better” at a pop concert than Shawn Mendes. This multi-platinum Canadian singer/songwriter is going on his first world tour to promote his second album “Illuminate.” Expect to hear favorites like “Stitches,” “Mercy” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” all presented in a fun, upbeat atmosphere. Opening for Shawn is another young pop star and teen heartthrob, Charlie Puth (“See You Again”).

JOHN MAYER FC DALLAS FOOTY 5K AND FUN RUN JULY 22

July 22

FRISCO | Calling all professional soccer fans and anyone interested in helping out a good cause—it’s time to lace up your favorite tennis shoes and join Major League Soccer team FC Dallas at their Footy 5K and Fun Run. Now is your chance to get some exercise while benefiting the FC Dallas Foundation at the same time, which works to positively impact disadvantaged youth through soccer. That’s a score for exercise, soccer and kids, all at the same time!

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AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | The soft rock/blues genre of music is steadily rising in popularity, thanks in part to Grammy Award-winning artist John Mayer.

With seven studio albums under his belt, Mayer is currently touring the world to promote his latest album, “The Search for Everything.” During his show, you won’t have to search long for songs you know and love, as he still performs old and new hits like “Gravity” and “Still Feel Like Your Man.”

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LUNCHEON A community gathering to recognize nonprofit organizations throughout Flower Mound, Lewisville and Highland Village.

Tickets are $30 per person.

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