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unconditional love At Southlake Style, every day starts with the sound of paws thumping on concrete and the playful jingling of dog tags as my two golden retrievers race to meet their morning biscuit. Lovingly bestowed from the festive paw-printed jar by the first available team member, it’s a fun tradition that always starts the day with a smile. Sparky and Rory are not just part of my family — they are part of the team at Southlake Style. They greet visitors, join staff meetings and fetch many likes on Instagram. Most importantly, they’re by my and Nicole’s side giving us unconditional love through good days and bad. That type of love is the hallmark of all of our human-pet relationships. Thanks to the record number of readers who shared cute photos and stories of their four-legged friends, Sparky and Rory weren’t the only pets on our minds this month. Giving unconditionally is also what binds together those in our community, including several locals we’ve highlighted in “Southlake Samaritans.” Whether they’re organizing large-scale cultural events or simply delivering meals to those in need, these standout citizens know nothing is too big or small when they are giving unto others.

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GIVING NEIGHBORS These residents embody Southlake’s community spirit

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10 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas Take a scenic walk around Southlake Town Square or Bob Jones Park. Pick up some romantic literature at Barnes & Noble or the Southlake Public Library.

CHICKEN & CAPPUCCINOS The drive-thru line is getting longer between Chick-fil-A and Black Rock Coffee Bar.

Savor dark chocolate at See’s Candies. Watch a classic rom-com at the Palace Theater.

THE RETRO DANCE PARTY THE MARQ FEBRUARY 26 The Retro Dance Party is back again for its fourth year of jamming out. Rocking to the tunes of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, this adult dance party will feature live performances from DJ Bueller, the Live 80 rock band and some of the top tribute artists from around the country. Plus over $20,000 in raffle and silent auction prizes are up for grabs. Tickets are $65 with proceeds benefiting the Journey Learning Center.

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Sip bubbly beverages at Jane or the Curve Lounge. Relax with a couples massage at The NOW Massage. Solve puzzles to break out of the Red Door Escape Room.

THE FOOTBALL FLAVOR Frito-Lay grew potato chips with dirt from 29 different NFL stadiums.

SHOULD’VE PICKED BRADY Fantasy footballers pay postseason debts after regretting their picks.

Bounce as high as you want at Urban Air Trampoline Adventure Park. Compete during trivia night at Cowtown Brewing Co. Create your own couples art at Pinspiration or Painting With A Twist.

OSCAR-WORTHY The Carroll Choir got into the awards season spirit during its pop show last week.

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Whether they’re big, small, furry, hairless or have scales and shells, Southlake loves every single pet around. That includes the ones submitted into our fourth annual Southlake Stylin’ Pets Contest, sponsored by Creekside Pet Care Center. While it was hard to whittle down over 80 adorable entries, the following dogs, cat, tortoise and guinea pig all captured our hearts and we think they’ll capture yours too. PHOTOS BY BLUDOOR STUDIOS

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SIMONE THE LYNX POINT SIAMESE Rescued from a shelter when she was very young, Simone embodies everything that it means to be a cat. Shy but mischievous, the 3-year-old Lynx Point Siamese has a penchant for hiding underneath the coffee table and springing at people’s ankles when the opportunity arises. While she can be a little skittish around others and hides when something scares her, Simone nevertheless loves taking long naps and receiving affection. “We love having her as part of our family,” her owner Brandy Trotter says. “She makes us smile with her silly personality and playful nature.”

KODIAK THE POMERANIAN With a happy-go-lucky personality and lots of energy, Kodiak is flipping the script on what it means to be a senior dog. Adopted at 10 weeks old, Kodiak has worked as a therapy dog in hospitals, moved around to many places and saw his family grow during his 11 years with the Gordans. “Everyone seems surprised to learn he’s 11,” Kodiak’s owner Michelle says. “He’s young at heart and always gives the biggest smile to anyone who gives him attention.” Some of Kodiak’s favorite things to do include chasing his cat siblings, showing off new tricks and eating as many treats as his owners will give him.

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TROMBONE THE RUSSIAN TORTOISE It’s hard to imagine a time when nobody wanted to adopt a Russian tortoise as lovable as Trombone. But that all changed in August 2021 when he found his forever family in Madeline Ricketts. Shy yet sweet, Trombone is nervous in nature but can be affectionate once he opens up to you. His favorite things to do are push his ball around, eat Romaine lettuce and climb around his pen. “Trombone is special because he is so kind-natured,” Madeline says. “He prefers to look at you and hear your voice rather than cuddle and be held. We’re lucky to have him as a member of our family.”

MR. WATSON THE SHIBA INU Don’t let the furry exterior fool you. While he’s cute, fluffy and incredibly adorable, Mr. Watson is as loyal, fierce and independent as they come. A 10-year-old Shiba Inu, Mr. Watson acts more like a cat than he does a dog, often keeping to himself rather than socializing with others. But that doesn’t mean he doesn’t like to have fun in his own way, whether he’s playing fetch, chasing his owners or posing for Instagram. “He’s like a perpetual puppy,” owner Shelley Bergbower says. “He tells us when it’s time to eat, take a walk or go to bed like clockwork. He is very routine in that way.”

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JAXXON THE LABRADOR RETRIEVER Adopted in March 2020 at 7 months old, Jaxxon quickly became a beloved member of the Norton family. Though he was born deaf, he never lets that slow him down. A labrador retriever, Jaxxon loves to fetch things, dig around in the mud and chase his fur siblings Misfit and Byron Blueberry-Kisscake Nelson. No matter where he goes, Jaxxon’s owner Alison says he always wears his “deaf dog” collar with pride. “Jaxxon is big, goofy and very playful,” Alison says. “And a loud barker, since he does not seem to understand the volume he is able to produce. We call him ‘Bob Barker.’”

GEORGE THE SKINNY PIG With two dogs, a hamster and a bearded dragon, Lisa Paige wasn’t looking to add another animal to the family. Yet the minute she laid eyes on George, Lisa knew she needed to have him. A 1-year-old bare skinny pig the size of a sweet potato, George loves to eat treats and let the zoomies out as he zips around any room he’s in. But his favorite thing is snuggling with others, regardless of whether it’s with another human or animal. “Sometimes I’ll put him next to my golden retriever, and he’ll just sit there and let her lick him,” Lisa says. “He doesn’t care. He just loves the attention.”

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Pet Love’s Owner Is Building A Mobile Grooming Empire

f you've ever been around town, chances are you’ve seen the purple-and-white trucks of Pet Love Mobile Grooming driving from one appointment to another. Purchased by Southlake resident Barbara Stone in 2003, Pet Love Mobile Grooming has exploded since then, with stylists serving as many as 200 dogs and cats per day. From training groomers to growing her fleet of mobile vans, Barbara loves pampering pets and can’t wait to expand her operation across the state.

WE MOVED [TO SOUTHLAKE] IN… 1992. We actually brought our three kids here, because we wanted to live in the country where they could grow up in a small town. All the kids went K-12 at all the Southlake schools. We’re diehard Southlake folks. We have a soft spot in our heart for Southlake for sure. MY HUSBAND AND I… bought an existing company in 2003. They’d already changed the name to Pet Love — it had previously been Puppy Love for years. But it was a small, personally owned company in Dallas. MY HUSBAND’S HISTORY WAS… in franchising. We saw an opportunity with a business model that was going to be well-received by people in multiple areas. We saw a franchise opportunity with people wanting to take care of their pets… so that’s what brought us to the company. We saw Dallas being a huge target market and with an opportunity to go into other large metroplex areas. WE HAVE THREE TIMES… more vans and employees than when we first bought the company. We average about 200 appointments a day now versus 80-90 appointments a day then. I’M A HUGE PET LOVER SO… I like to make sure that we’re taking great care of our pets, but I also like to make sure that we’re taking care of our employees. Many of our employees have been with us for 15-20 years. It’s a huge family. WE TAKE CARE OF ALL… breeds of dogs and cats in the Metroplex. We do a basic bath and brush package, or we can do a haircut if it’s a breed that needs a full groom. Usually, [our appointments] are about an hour per pet. Most stylists will see six pets a day give or take, depending on how many are at one house. OUR VANS ARE LIKE… having a salon that you would have anywhere, just on wheels. Everything is hightech. All the equipment that we need is right there. The table is hydraulic, so once the pet is in the van,

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the table lifts them up so a stylist doesn’t have to be trying to pick up heavy pets. The tub is basically the same size as a normal tub, so we can accommodate small and large dogs. There’s even a platform in the bottom that lifts up and down, so if a pet is real small, you can get them up to a higher level so they’re not down in this big bottom of a tub. MOST OF OUR CLIENTELE HAVE… standing appointments where they have an automatic [appointment] every four weeks, so they already have a spot on the schedule. But then those that just like to call in and book an appointment, we’re usually able to get them in within a week or two. THE CHALLENGE IS… training people. It takes six months to train someone to groom, so we’re constantly looking for people that have a good work ethic that we can train and bring into this career path. THE THING THAT DIFFERENTIATES US… from other mobile services is that most of those are one person, kind of a mom and pop shop. They have one vehicle, maybe two, whereas we have a whole fleet. We can get to people more rapidly and we can make sure to take care of them. If somebody is out, we have somebody else that can step in and make sure we get things taken care of. I SEE US GROWING INTO… other large metroplex areas before we expand too much outside the DallasFort Worth area. The massive metropolitan areas are really the best for us as far as travel logistics between appointments versus the small towns. I would say going to another massive metropolitan area like Austin would be our next move before we would get too much further out of the Metroplex. IT’S ALWAYS FUN TO ME WHEN… people say, ‘I saw your van today’ or ‘I see your van pass my office every day.’ We’re kind of everywhere all the time, so it feels fun to know that I have a whole fleet out there — that we’re present in a lot of neighborhoods all day, every day.

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SOUTHLAKE DPS RESCUES 12-YEAR-OLD FROM SNAKES Southlake DPS helped rescue a 12-year-old girl from a pair of snakes inside a drainage pipe late last month. On Jan. 19, sisters Tori and Carly were playing outside when Tori decided she wanted to explore a drainage pipe and crawled inside it. After she finished looking around, she began to make her way out when stumbled onto a large rat snake. She tried to go around it through another drainage pipe, but there was another large rat snake there too. Carly called their mother, and after she was unable to lift the grate, she called Southlake DPS and officers arrived to help lift the grate and pull Tori out from the drainage. Southlake DPS confirmed that no snakes were harmed while this rescue was taking place.

DRAGON BAND WINS SUDLER SHIELD AWARD The Carroll Dragon Band received a national honor at the tail end of 2021. On Dec. 17, the band was named a recipient of the Sudler Shield Award by the John Philip Sousa Foundation. Every year, the John Philip Sousa Foundation gives this award to high school, youth and international marching bands of world-class excellence. The Carroll Dragon Band was named a recipient for its outstanding performance at the state contest last year. “This is one of the highest honors bestowed upon high school bands,” director of bands Ken Johnson says. “We are extremely excited and honored to receive this recognition.” The foundation will present the Sudler Shield to the Carroll Dragon Band during its spring concert on May 20.

CARROLL CHOIR STUDENT EARNS SPOT IN TEXAS ALL-STATE TENOR-BASS CHOIR One of Carroll Senior High School’s most talented singers will perform at the Texas All-State Tenor-Bass Choir later this month. Competing against other programs throughout the district, region and area, Michael Mazey was chosen for this prestigious honor through a competitive contest throughout the state. According to a media release, this is Michael’s first time to perform as a member of the TMEA All-State organization, finishing in the top 2.6% of over 70,000 musicians. Michael will perform with the AllState Tenor-Bass Choir at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center on Feb. 12 as part of the 2022 Texas Music Educators Association Convention.

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CARROLL YEARBOOK NAMED CROWN AWARD FINALIST The Carroll Yearbook team was named a finalist by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for its prestigious Crown Award last month. Every year, the CSPA honors the top yearbook publications for excellence in design, photography, concept, coverage and writing, according to a media release. This year, 61 yearbooks were recognized, including Southlake Carroll’s 392-page yearbook “Anything But Ordinary.” The 2021 yearbook team includes editor-inchief Lindsay Ryan and section editors Maya Tewari, Afton Fay, Darya Tadlaoui, Breanna Davenport, John Marvel, Peyton Brush and Lauren Pich. All 61 finalists will be considered for the Gold Crown, while the rest will be awarded with Silver Crowns at the CSPA ceremonies in March. “It was an unusual year from beginning to end, and the staff knew they’d have to work incredibly hard to get the yearbook out,” yearbook advisor Natalie Brown says in the media release. “Despite many challenges, they never faltered and instead created something incredibly inclusive and memorable for their community.”

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DRAGONS BASEBALL RATED NO. 1 IN 6A PRESEASON RANKINGS Dragon Baseball is receiving recognition even ahead of the new season. According to TX High School Baseball’s preseason rankings, the Dragons were ranked No. 1 out of 20 teams in the 6A division. Noting its 10 returning starters, THSB specifically recognized seniors Griffin Herring and Owen Proksch, who are committed to Louisiana State University and Duke University, respectively. Last season, the Dragons made it all the way to the regional finals before falling to Keller 6-4 in the third game of the series. Though the season ended with a playoff loss, it was the fourth season in a row where the Dragons played games after graduation. The Dragons’ 2022 baseball season will kick off on Feb. 24 against El Dorado High School.

CARS AND COFFEE SOUTHLAKE CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY Cars And Coffee Southlake celebrated a big milestone during its third anniversary last month. In 2019, Steven Wayland started Cars And Coffee Southlake to bring car enthusiasts to one spot and admire all of their automobiles together. It’s still going strong three years later, with some events attracting as many as 1,000 guests. Steven recognized the occasion by hosting an epic anniversary celebration at VariSpace Southlake on Jan. 22. Partnerships included Avondale Dealerships, Motorplace USA, AUTIX Automotive, Maverick Exotic Rentals, Philthy’s Detailing, Rodney Eiland, Liqui Moly, Garage Force and Texas Collector Car Storage, and proceeds went toward local charities such as the Southlake Centennial Lions Club. Cars And Coffee Southlake hosts car shows every month, so be sure to follow them @CarsAndCoffeeSouthlake and catch them at the next one. CARROLL ROBOTICS HOSTS VEX TIPPING POINT TOURNAMENT Carroll Robotics had a strong showing at its first VEX Robotics Tipping Point tournament of the season last month. Held on Saturday, Jan. 8 at Carroll High School, the VEX Tipping Point competition saw 40 teams across North Texas assemble at the CHS gym to see whose programming was the best. Carroll had 15 teams representing the district at the contest, with two teams finishing in the top 10 for the final rankings. Carroll High School also won two judges awards and an Amaze award for outstanding robot programming. The next tipping point tournament will be held on Feb. 12 at the same campus, where teams will get another chance to qualify for the 2022 VEX Robotics World Championship. There are currently two Carroll teams that have already qualified for the championship.

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YOUNG MEN’S SERVICE LEAGUE COMPLETES 400 VOLUNTEER HOURS The Young Men’s Service League Lakes chapter worked overtime during the last weeks of 2021, volunteering over 400 community service hours for two local nonprofits. Every year, YMSL dedicates its time to benefit local charities as part of its annual Ultimate Gift project. This year, mothers and sons from the organization volunteered 400 hours toward Amy’s Wish With Wings in Southlake and the Stepping Stones Foundation in Keller. At Amy’s Wish With Wings, members cleaned the sensory trail and added new sand, toys, trees and flowers alongside the path, while at Stepping Stones they painted the resale shop and exterior parking, cleaned the gutters and planted new flowers. “We’re thankful for a successful 2021 Ultimate Gift project where our members could really make an impact in our community,” assistant vice president of philanthropy Lara Crump says.

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RYAN DAVIS AND PROCORE FITNESS RELEASE DOCUMENTARY FILM One of the world’s first documentary films about the Inca Trail premiered last month, and it’s from Southlake’s very own Ryan Davis. A credentialed photojournalist that previously worked with CBS, NBC and Fox, Ryan Davis collaborated with the Southlake gym ProCore Fitness to produce a short film about the tumultuous trek to Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the world. Their documentary, “Train To Live,” premiered at the Palace Theater in Grapevine last month to a nearly sold-out audience that watched as people trekked the Inca Trail in a challenging four-day hike. “Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is hard. Filming it is even harder,” ProCore Fitness says in a company statement. “That's why we teamed up with Ryan Davis to make it a reality.”

DRAGONS LIGHT THE NIGHT SET FOR MARCH 10 After a smashing success during its inaugural event last year, the Carroll ISD parent-teacher organizations are proudly coming together to present Dragons Light The Night 2022. The event started last year to bring the community together by placing 2,000 paper lanterns right in the heart of Southlake Town Square. This year, all 11 Carroll ISD campus PTOs are collaborating to reiterate the strength, selflessness and unity amongst all the Dragons. Students and community members will have the chance to decorate and personalize their own lanterns before laying them out in front of the Rustin Pavilion on March 10. Lanterns can be purchased for $30 each or $100 for a family bundle. All proceeds will go toward the PTO organization at all 11 CISD campuses. To purchase a lantern or learn more about the event, visit DragonsLightTheNight.com.

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ROANOKE HOSTING BARBECUE PITMASTER SHOWCASE Roanoke is bringing the bands, the beer and the barbecue to the unique dining capital of Texas this month. Launching its inaugural festival last year, the For The Love Of BBQ Pitmaster Showcase is an epic barbecue event that features barbecue of Texas-sized proportions. The second annual event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 12 at Historic Oak Street and will host over 20 renowned pitmasters, including many that were featured in “Texas Monthly’s” Top 50 Texas BBQ Joints list. Admission includes a special cooking class with “Food Network” pitmaster Brendan Lamb, a Q&A with celebrity pitmasters, drinks, games, an event T-shirt and unlimited bites of delicious barbecue. Tickets are $85 each and can be purchased online at RoanokeTexas.com.

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FERAH TEX-MED KITCHEN COMING TO TOWN SQUARE A new Mediterranean concept is coming to Southlake. Started 17 years ago by chef Burak Ozcan and his wife Stephanie, Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen will open inside Thailicious Cuisine and Bar’s former location later this year, according to Southlake Town Square’s website. The concept serves modern Mediterranean cuisine with a Texan twist, with dishes including crab cake sliders, jalapeno-rubbed salmon tacos and Turkish grilled meatballs. Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen will be located at 355 N. Carroll Ave.

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BLO BLOW DRY BAR COMING TO PARK VILLAGE Southlake is seeing a new salon arrive at Park Village soon. According to its website, Blo Blow Dry Bar is a hair salon that offers a variety of different blowouts. With add-ons including deep conditioning, bonded extensions and head massages, Blo Blow Dry Bar is committed to providing its customers with a good hair day. But the dry bar doesn’t just specialize in hair — it also offers extensive makeup services that can give you the glow-up you deserve. And with additional perks including nail and waxing services, you’ll come out of Blo Blow Dry Bar feeling beautiful. Blo Blow Dry Bar will open at 1161 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 284 later this year.

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BLUE 22 OPENS IN TROPHY CLUB A new sports bar recently opened in Trophy Club that is introducing diners to a whole new spread of bar grub. Located at 2230 Hwy. 114, Suite 500, Blue 22 Sports Grill is a locally owned and operated restaurant that features fresh-ground burgers, hand-cut steaks, all-natural seafood and delicious sandwiches with house-made dressings and sauces. According to its website, Blue 22 prides itself in providing a family-friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy a hearty meal while watching the game. Blue 22 is open Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight.

REVELES CLINICAL SERVICES OPENS IN SOUTHLAKE A new medical center is bridging the gap between health care and patients in need. A technology-enabled clinical research organization that recently opened at 580 Commerce St., Reveles Clinical Services aims to bring life-saving therapies to patients through decentralized clinical trial services and telehealth technologies. “Established for patients who typically are unable to participate in traditional clinical trials, Reveles is accelerating the clinical trial process by enabling patients to participate from the comfort of their homes – revolutionizing the next generation of clinical trials,” founder and CEO R'Kes Starling says. “We aim to bring hope closer to home for more patients in need.”

NEW & NOTABLE THE SHADE STORE 1234 MAIN ST., SOUTHLAKE 817.778.8596 THESHADESTORE.COM This new retailer offers handcrafted shades, blinds and drapes. HTEAO 1114 W. NORTHWEST HWY., GRAPEVINE 817.865.1598 HTEAO.COM This new tea store offers 24 different flavors of iced tea. MILLENNIUMVR 2360 E. HWY. 114, SOUTHLAKE 817.912.1115 MILLENNIUMVR.COM Enter virtual reality by visiting this new entertainment center.

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TREAT HER BY GIVING HER THE LUXURY OF CHOICE Give your sweetheart the gift of relaxation this Valentine’s Day at Corinthian Wellness & Med Spa! Whether you treat your loved one to a single service or full day of pampering, CWS has got you covered. Corinthian Wellness & Med Spa always has the best gift card specials that include bonus cards and gifts with purchases. Visit its website for more information on gift card specials. CorinthianSpa.com

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hen it comes to luxurious Valentine’s Day gifts, red doesn’t reign supreme — robin’s-egg blue does, which is the color of famed jewelry retailer Tiffany & Co. Nothing is more exciting than opening that ribbon-tied blue box, untying the soft cloth bag and revealing an exquisite jewelry piece inside. If you want to go more than all-out this year, surprise your true love with the Paloma’s Melody Bangle from the luxury store. Made with five interlocked bangles ranging in sizes from 5 to 7.5 inches, this bracelet boasts hundreds of round brilliant diamonds on each

band. Made of 18-karat white gold, the Paloma Melody Bangle will fit seamlessly alongside the bracelets your partner already has in their jewelry box. But it’s not just the looks of this bracelet that make it one of a kind. The Paloma’s Melody Bangle is an original design by Paloma Picasso, the daughter of painters Pablo Picasso and Françoise Gilot, giving this bracelet an unmatched artistic depth. Whether you want the bracelet to end all bracelets or simply love the look of this gorgeous piece, take your sweetheart’s breath away with the Paloma’s Melody Bangle.

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FACES OF Every local business community thrives on its connections. The industry leaders featured ahead ensure consumers have a friendly face they can count on. SOUTHLAKESTYLE.COM

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We all genuinely enjoy what we do and love helping people build their future memories. - John Hawkins

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(L-R) James Cox, John Hawkins and Kelly Ongena

Hawkins-Welwood Homes, one of the oldest luxury homebuilders in the DFW area, has been serving homeowners for over 60 years. Today the award-winning custom homebuilder continues to develop timeless architecture that creates lasting value for its clients. Last year, HawkinsWelwood Homes began construction on its newest 29-acre development, the Metairie, which has 56 stunning homes designed with bold finishings, exquisite details and the latest smart technology in mind. The Metairie now has over half of its properties sold. Hawkins-Welwood Homes loves making its homes as special and unique as their homeowners. Hawkins-Welwood Homes 972.931.1006 HWHomes.com

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FACE OF Urgent Care Better Faster Urgent Care opened in 2014 to offer highquality medical care to Southlake and its surrounding communities. Not only does Better Faster Urgent Care provide medical services like X-rays and flu or strep testing, but it also offers IV fluids and antibiotics, an on-site clinical laboratory and emergency medical providers. Better Faster Urgent Care specializes in treating acute illnesses and injuries, and its physicians strive to treat every patient the way they would want to be treated — with care and compassion. At Better Faster Urgent Care, you get quicker, more focused service that gets you feeling better faster. Better Faster Urgent Care 817.421.8777 BetterFasterUrgentCare.com

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Ever since she was young, Tracey Justice has always dreamed of becoming a lawyer. After becoming a family law attorney and certified mediator in 2000, Tracey founded the Justice Law Firm and has been helping families through difficult divorce settlements for more than 20 years. Specializing in divorce, custody and child support, Tracey guides families through litigation and helps them realize co-parent relationships can still exist even after a divorce is settled. Whether she’s delivering a legal argument or helping others outside of the courtroom, family keeps Tracey going in everything that she does. Justice Law Firm 817.421.0300 JusticeLawDFW.com

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We strive to provide the highest level of care for our patients from beginning to end. - Angela Bowers, M.D.

When it comes to cosmetic dermatology, you need an expert professional that you can trust to provide the highest level of care from beginning to end. At Southlake Dermatology, Dr. Angela Bowers and Dr. Kathrene Tajnert specialize in all areas of cosmetic dermatology, including skin care, lasers, injectables, body sculpting and more. Since opening in Southlake Town Square in 1999, Southlake Dermatology has made a difference in the lives of over 100,000 patients. Whether you have medical, surgical or cosmetic needs, you can trust Southlake Dermatology to provide excellent care. Southlake Dermatology 817.251.6500 SouthlakeDermatology.com

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I have an eye for what appeals aesthetically. - Roy Rizwan

FACE OF Men’s And Women’s High Fashion Exquisite fashion, superior service and a keen eye for design. All of this makes XAR Clothier one of the most exquisite boutique shops in Southlake Town Square. XAR Clothier’s extensive wardrobe has something for everybody, from eclectic dresses to suave suits. And with owner Roy Rizwan’s sharp eye that can tell your size just from a glance, you’ll have no trouble crafting a bold and beautiful look specifically tailored to you. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion outfit or want to reinvent yourself entirely, XAR Clothier can help you make a bold new style change all your own. XAR Clothier 214.315.2134 • XARClothier.com

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You can't buy happiness, but you can buy jewelry, and that's kind of the same. - Darla Stapleton

FACE OF Fine Jewelry After a gratifying first year, D-Flawless Concierge Jewelers is looking forward to building on that success for 2022. D-Flawless creates a personalized shopping experience with timeless fine jewelry to serve your specific needs. With D-Flawless, you can schedule a one-on-one appointment to go through its extensive showcase of fine jewelry or customize your own. Founder Darla Stapleton has been filled with gratitude for the tremendous support she’s received from clients and friends and the opportunity to establish a business around her passion. Darla and her team at D-Flawless look forward to another meaningful year of serving the Southlake community. D-Flawless Concierge Jewelers 817.416.0825 DFlawlessJewelers.com

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Home is a sanctuary. Family is everything. Faith is the foundation. - Susan Semmelmann

FACE OF Interior Design Susan Semmelmann is committed to designing your home in a way that speaks to you. Working in the design business for more than 24 years, Susan knows how to make your home pop with its own unique, beautiful and eye-catching appeal. From the flooring and the countertops to the cabinetry and hardware, Susan works with her clients to transform their spaces with a fresh, revitalized aesthetic. With custom-made bedding, drapery and floral options that can be complemented with her furnishings, fabrics and accessories, Susan orchestrates every detail to design a home that is as cohesive as it is stunning. Susan Semmelmann Interiors 940.577.1000 SemmelmannInteriors.com

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I love creating youthful, natural results that reflect how people feel on the inside. - Jordan Rihani, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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Dr. Jordan Rihani is passionate about helping people feel better about themselves, which is why he opened the Facial Plastic Surgery Institute in 2015. As Southlake’s only board-certified facial plastic surgeon, he focuses exclusively on facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid lifts, injectable fillers, botox and facial reconstruction. He is a committed educator in the field of facial aesthetics as a Clinical Assistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a national lecturer on injectable fillers. As a DFW native, Dr. Rihani is excited to be back practicing in Southlake to provide a high level of care and expertise to his patients. Facial Plastic Surgery Institute 817.529.3232 FacialPlasticSurgeryInstitute.com

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The best part of residential real estate is building lifelong friendships. - Dan Holmes

(L-R) Trisha Thievon, Dan Holmes and Jo Jameson

FACE OF Southlake Real Estate If anybody can help market and find your dream home, it’s the Holmes Property Group with Engel & Völkers Dallas Southlake. The Holmes Property Group uses decades of insight and strategic marketing knowledge to help bring buyers and sellers together. Dan Holmes is a prominent senior real estate advisor with over 20 years of experience in the area. Combining his industry prowess with Jo Jameson’s vibrant innovative style and Trisha Thievon’s knowledge and marketing expertise, the Holmes Property Group is a powerhouse team you’ll want on your side whether you’re marketing or purchasing a home. Holmes Property Group • 817.528.4606 HolmesPropertyGroup.EVRealEstate.com

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We want to help you enjoy healthier hearing in the new year. – Dr. Elyssa Washburn

There’s not a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to hearing solutions — that’s why Love To Hear Again Audiology is committed to finding solutions fit for you. For five years, Love To Hear Again has helped clients reconnect with the sounds that matter most in their lives. With its wide variety of hearing aid and hearing implant models, Love To Hear Again has options for you regardless of your price range or degree and type of loss. However your hearing affects your day-to-day life, Love To Hear Again can help restore your hearing your way. Love To Hear Again Audiology 817.756.8057 Love2HearAgain.com

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I treat clients the way I would like to be treated — and I’m a tough client. – Karl Stefansson

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Karl Stefansson opened Blind and Shutter Guys in 2003 for one reason — to lead the best window treatment provider in the area. Specializing in window motorization, automation and outdoor shades and shutters, Blind and Shutter Guys put in the effort to over-deliver and make its clients happy, whether it’s through in-person or virtual consultations. Blind and Shutter Guys’ attention to detail is what sets it apart from other businesses. The best part of the job to Blind and Shutter Guys is a successful installation and a happy client — and there are plenty of those. Blind and Shutter Guys 817.251.4940 BlindAndShutterGuys.com

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If you’re in need of a one-stop shop for all of your glass needs, The Glass Guru has got you covered. Opening in October 2018, The Glass Guru is a glass shop that provides top-notch, feasible options for glass repair. With products including in-glass pet doors, mirrors and screens and services including foggy window repair and window replacements, there’s nothing glass-related that The Glass Guru can’t do. From basic glass cutting to detailed shower enclosures, you’ll be impressed by everything that The Glass Guru can do. The Glass Guru 817.857.4030 TheGlassGuru.com

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Only billyGO offers one-hour service appointments with patent-pending software. - Adam Mennenga

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At billyGO, it’s about time — your time. Customers schedule their own appointments to the hour 24/7 with billyGO’s online scheduler. Licensed technicians show up when you say, so you don’t have to sit around waiting. If the tech is not there in your scheduled one-hour service window, your price goes down by the minute. What’s more, billyGO customers have a running record of all service calls with technicians’ notes and important warranty and insurance information. Ask any of the 15,000-plus satisfied customers served in their first three years of operation, and they’ll say it’s about time to try billyGO! billyGO 817.722.6151 billyGO.com

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We help give you a beautiful smile and a reason to use it! - Shane Tolleson, D.D.S., M.S.D.

FACE OF Orthodontics Shane Tolleson opened Tolleson Orthodontics in 2014 to serve the community he and his family call home. With board certification, a strong commitment to a fun atmosphere and excellent service, Tolleson Orthodontics has quickly become the place to go for improving your smile. Even with digitally driven treatments like Invisalign, Dr. Tolleson puts hours of behind-the-scenes attention, customizing every tooth’s final position before treatment even begins. Tolleson Orthodontics understands that braces or Invisalign are not an off-the-shelf, one-size-fits-all product — that’s why it provides the top-notch care that you and your smile deserve. Tolleson Orthodontics 817.416.2200 • TollesonOrtho.com

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- Yancey Grimes, LPC, LCDC

FACE OF Mental Health The topic of mental health is still taboo for many people in society — that’s why Connections Wellness Group is here to help. Just like its namesake implies, Connections Wellness Group cares about the connections it establishes with its patients. Its team of collaborative, caring and innovative professionals provides an integrated approach to mental health care. Offering intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs, psychiatry, counseling services and more, Connections Wellness Group takes pride in helping people reach those breakthrough moments that they need. Whether it's with anxiety, depression, trauma or addiction, Connections Wellness Group can help you work towards healing. Connections Wellness Group 817.756.1293 ConnectionsWellnessGroup.com

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If there is a single attribute that characterizes SCH Homes, it is understated elegance. - Jon Hebb

Valued relationships through earned trust are the key to SCH Homes’ success. This team of master estate home crafters create beautiful expressions of clients’ tastes and lifestyles, with meticulous attention to detail executed with state-of-theart technology. Transparent collaboration between valued clients and proven industry partners is integral to their process. Partners Neal Calhoun and Jon Hebb have completed 56 estate homes in many architectural styles in Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville and throughout the Metroplex. Their passion for their craft is evident in their clients loving their homes and the enduring friendships they’ve built through SCH Homes. SCH Homes 817.329.0207 SCHHomes.com

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(L-R) Jon Hebb and Neal Calhoun

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delicious spread of mezze, fresh tapas and an expansive wine list that satisfies every palate. All of this and more awaits you for a romantic night out at Anise Food & Wine Bar. Opening inside The Village Dallas over the winter, Anise is a new pan-Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar that brings all the eclectic flavors of the Mediterranean to you in one sitting. Led by executive chef Aaron Skoultchi, who has been the chef de cuisine at dining destinations like Rapscallion and Boulevardier, Anise is named after the European spice that gives Italian and Levantine dishes their light licorice flavor. It's also a common ingredient found in French, Lebanese and Greek cuisine, all of which Anise unites in one menu.

“Anise is exactly the kind of Mediterranean concept Dallas needs,” says Junior Borges, The Village’s culinary vice president. “It’s relaxed and approachable, yet Aaron’s cooking is sophisticated and layered. It’s the kind of food I always want to eat.” Couples who walk into the establishment are greeted by a plant-filled dining room that seats 40 people. Blue concrete tile lines the walls, evoking a feel of an ancient Moroccan mosaic, while the open display kitchen lets onlookers watch chefs as they prepare their food in realtime. Plus with a nine-seat bar, a spacious patio and a back terrace overlooking a gorgeous grove of oak trees, diners have several options when it comes to where they want to dine at Anise.

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Anise’s specialty lies in its wide spread of mezze that helps build up appetites. House-made pita bread is brought to the table that diners can plunge into a variety of dips such as roasted garlic hummus, whipped ricotta or smoked eggplant dip made with tahini, marinated mushrooms and mint. The crispy octopus is one deep-fried option that is complemented by pimenton aioli, chilled white beans and pickled celery. And there are a variety of raw selections as well, including the beef tartare, the rose mignonette oysters and the scallop crudo with a side of las al hangout vinaigrette. For a healthier alternative, Anise offers a variety of salads catered to your taste buds, including green salad, roasted beet salad and fattoush made with fried pita, romaine lettuce and red wine vinaigrette. For a larger spread, Anise has a variety of charcuterie boards with ingredients imported from Greece, Italy and Spain, including cheese that is made with raw sheep’s milk and cow's milk. And for diners in the mood for flatbreads, Anise provides those too with a few hearty toppings. Beef kafta is one such option for the meat lovers out there, while the roasted lamb tops its flatbread with black figs, red onion, sumac and goat cheese. And of course there’s the classic Margherita, which comes with a generous topping of basil, roasted tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella cheese. But it isn’t just the small bites that shine at Anise — the large plates also stand out across 17 hearty entrees. The lamb shoulder tagine is cooked to perfection with Marcona almonds, cumin and couscous, while the whole roasted branzino is charred with padron chimichurri. Anise’s chicken is rubbed with harissa spice while its grilled wester ross salmon is topped with romesco sauce and salsa verde. Vegetarian lovers don’t have to feel left out either with whole cauliflower roasted with green tahini sauce, pepper flakes and toasted pine nuts. Of course, no Mediterranean experience is complete without the wine, and Anise offers several varieties by the glass and bottle. Ten varietals are available on tap, including white wines like Anassa, Scarpetta, Patz & Hall and red wines such as Ken Wright, Daou and Chateau Saint-Andre Corbin. Seventeen other varieties are also available by the glass, including rosé and bubbles. But the fun really begins with the bottle menu, which features over 130 options from vineyards all around the world, including Sicily, Portugal and Tuscany. Whether you enjoy its eclectic spreads or sip on a satisfying glass of wine, the Mediterranean experience comes to life at Anise Food & Wine Bar. “We’re celebrating the whole Mediterranean coast, from Tunisia and Morocco to Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Turkey, to Lebanon and Israel — and of course islands like Sicily and Corsica,” chef Aaron says.

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Deliciously Daunting Desserts

The Yard Milkshake Bar Offers ‘Shark Tank’ Sweets Few things are more larger-than-life than The Yard’s eyepopping milkshakes. After seeing The Yard Milkshake Bar featured on an episode of “Shark Tank” in 2019, Anthony DiPasquale decided he was all in on the idea. With his wife, brother and sister-in-law as co-owners, Anthony brought the nationally known milkshakes to Virginia Beach in September 2020 before bringing them closer to home in The Colony just last year. “It’s not your average milkshake — it is a masterpiece,” Anthony says. “These things are handcrafted. It takes some time to build each individual one.” Serving its colossal milkshakes in take-home souvenir Mason jars, The Yard Milkshake Bar stacks so many desserts on top of each other that they nearly spill over. Cookie fans will go crazy for the Cookie Dough Delicious, which features cookie dough ice cream with chocolate chips and an extra scoop of cookie dough, and the Cookie Monster, which has cookie monster ice cream with Cookie Crisp cereal, chocolate and marshmallow cream with a cookie dough ice cream sandwich on top. Those with more refined dessert palates will like the Salted Caramel Cheesecake, which is made with caramel cheesecake, cookie monster and salted caramel ice cream with a slice of New York cheesecake on top, or the Doughnut Touch My Coffees and Cream — a cold-brewed caramelmocha ice cream with crushed Oreos, chocolate drizzle and a glazed doughnut. Even health-conscious diners can indulge in its desserts. The Not Milk? Milkshake is vegan and lactose-friendly, featuring chocolate chunk oat milk vegan ice cream mixed with chocolate soy milk and a vegan chocolate chip cookie. Meanwhile, The Cereal Killer is a gluten-free shake showcasing marshmallow ice cream infused with Fruity Pebbles and red marshmallow drizzle with a Fruity Pebbles treat on top. “The most feedback we get is about the attention to detail,” Anthony says. “When it’s delivered to them, it looks like the picture on the menu.” And if milkshakes aren’t your favorite, all of The Yard Milkshake Bar’s signature shakes come as specialty bowls alongside 36 ice cream flavors, edible cookie dough and floats. The Yard even offers pup cups for your furry friends. “Dallas is such a town where there’s so much food and so much variety and so many things — it’s hard to stand out,” Anthony says. “If anything can possibly stand out, it’s our crazy shakes.”

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A Taste Of Texas

Cowtown Brewing Co. Brings Its Taproom To Southlake Pub fans who missed the small-town brews of The Ginger Man have a new taproom to raise a pint in. At the tail end of December, Cowtown Brewing Co. opened up in The Ginger Man’s former location, and residents are thirsty for its beer and barbecue. Originally opening in Fort Worth in 2018, Cowtown Brewing Co. is the brainchild of Billy Avila and Shawn Kidwell, who also serves as the taproom’s principal brewer. Cowtown Brewing Co. produces a wide variety of lager-style beers, including its award-winning German-style High Brau and its No. 1-seller Cold Fort Worth Beer. It also offers a variety of seasonal beers such as the Flux Capacitor doppelbock, the Nick Cold Black Heart imperial stout, the Last Kaiser imperial Marzen and the fruity sour Spirit World. “We have a small barrel program where we age beer in oak barrels,” Shawn says. “We have aged beer in bourbon, rye whiskey, VSOP brandy and even cabernet sauvignon barrels, some of them for up to 18 months.” But brews are only half of the picture at Cowtown Brewing Co. The other half is the barbecue, which comes in both shareable and individual portions. Its brat bites are among its most popular items, with bratwurst and sauerkraut balls rolled and deep-fried to a golden brown crisp. Meanwhile, another hefty option is the melt-in-yourmouth BBQ sliders with either pulled pork or chopped brisket”. The Texas-sized German pretzel comes with a side of beer cheese and spicy mustard for an extra kick, and those looking for larger plates can try the Loaded Cowtown Tots with slow-smoked chopped brisket. Even more options are available such as the flatbread pizzas, which come with a garlic butter base and an extra helping of shredded mozzarella. The BBQ flatbread combines the best of both worlds by topping the pizza with pulled pork or chopped brisket, while the sausage and garlic pesto flatbread comes with a pesto base, sausages and sun-dried tomatoes. And the Flammkuchen German onion pie provides the most exciting flavors yet with creme fraiche and smoked bacon lardons. “We wanted to provide an atmosphere where our guests can feel comfortable staying a while and making friends — all while enjoying our beer and food offerings,” Shawn says.

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SOUTHLAKE SAMARITANS Meet Some of Southlake’s Community Leaders

ince Southlake Town Square broke ground in the late ’90s, Southlake’s population has doubled, filling the plains with master-built communities and catapulting Carroll ISD to 6A status. The community has collectively continued to grow, and along the way, cherished traditions have been adopted, different perspectives shared and new relationships cultivated. Today’s Southlake belongs to an ever-growing group of people from different backgrounds and beliefs. New neighbors may not know what to expect from each other at first, but whether they’ve moved from the coasts, came from overseas or have been firmly entrenched here for generations, one thing is certain — Southlake is a special community that embraces each other’s differences and comes together like no other. The city leaders, educators and volunteers in the following pages take that community spirit to heart as they pay it forward in both big and small ways, making every resident feel seen and valued. Let's face it — when we’re all working together, it makes for a stronger, more unified Southlake.

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KUSH RAO

SOUTHLAKE FOUNDATION PRESIDENT Kush Rao and his family moved to Southlake in 2015 because of the award-winning schools and attractive city amenities. But what made him stay was the people. After organizing a small community celebration of Diwali in his neighborhood, Kush launched a large-scale festival in 2018 that attracted over 2,000 attendants. “We wanted to showcase our culture — share who we are with the town,” Kush says. “We brought our idea to [city] council, and we got the go-ahead to hold it in town square. We didn’t know how the city was going to react, but they welcomed us with open arms.” And he didn’t stop there. In 2019, he founded the Southlake Foundation and spearheaded even more local initiatives, including Celebrate Southlake, the United We Run color marathon and candidate forums during every election cycle. He even helps organize appreciation lunches for city and school staff to thank them for everything they do. “I want to give visibility to these people — to make sure everyone in the community feels seen, heard and recognized,” Kush says. “There’s so much positivity in this town. I’m just trying to share it.”

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KATHY TALLEY

ART IN THE SQUARE CHAIRMAN, CITY COUNCILMEMBER Few people in Southlake wear as many hats as Kathy Talley does. A resident for over 25 years, Kathy has served the community in a myriad of ways, whether she ran the Southlake Women’s Club school supply sale, co-chaired the National Charity League’s fashion show or organized the Carroll Education Foundation’s culinary celebration. The longtime volunteer was elected to Southlake City Council in 2020, yet her proudest achievements remains to be chairing the past three Art In The Square festivals. The award-winning annual event features hundreds of world-renowned artists and has been recognized as the No. 1 fine arts events in the country, according to Art Fair SourceBook. “It’s important that I can make a difference — that I can leave some lasting positive impact in some way,” Kathy says. Whether she’s in the square or town hall, Kathy is passionate about the people she serves in Southlake.

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REIGAN O’QUINN

OLD UNION ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL In 2008, Reigan O’Quinn moved to Southlake to begin her education career at Carroll ISD. Starting as a second-grade teacher at Carroll Elementary, she rose through the ranks until she assumed her current role as Old Union Elementary’s assistant principal. Old Union has thrived under her leadership, being named one of the best elementary schools in the state by “U.S. News & World Report.” Reigan herself was also previously recognized as the Region 11 Assistant Principal of the Year by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association. Whether she’s helping a student one-onone or working on big-picture projects for the school, Reigan always has Old Union’s kids at the forefront of her mind. “I love being in education,” Reigan says. “Every single day, educators make a difference in someone’s life, which goes far beyond knowledge.”

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HARRIET & MILLIE DINO DEEDS

Kicking off in January 2021, dinosaur duo Harriet and Millie run around town helping others and highlighting good deeds — all while anonymously dressed up in T-rex costumes. Averaging around a deed or two a week, some of Harriet and Millie’s good deeds have included donating food to police and fire departments in Southlake, Grapevine and Colleyville, hiding Easter eggs in local parks, serving as elementary school crossing guards, ringing bells for the Salvation Army and doing random acts of kindness. Working to turn Dino Deeds into a 501(c)3 organization, Harriet and Millie have no intention of slowing down their efforts to give back. “Everybody says it makes their day,” Harriet says. “But it makes our day probably way more than they even realize.”

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LARRY HUGHES

CARROLL ISD BUS DRIVER Even in retirement, Larry Hughes remains dedicated to the kids of Carroll ISD. Coaching the Carroll baseball team for 20 years, Larry has seen the district grow from 4A to 6A status. Following in the footsteps of Bob Ledbetter and many other CISD educators in the early days, Larry drove a bus on top of his coaching and teaching duties. He keeps at it even after his retirement, driving kids around early every morning and late afternoon. He also drives around delivering meals with his wife for Metroport Meals On Wheels. But Carroll is still home to him, just like it was during his baseball days. “I love it,” Larry says. “I love being around kids. After retiring, I love still having a connection with Carroll.”

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Be Mine, Kacey Musgraves

Acclaimed Country Artist Is Coming To Town This Valentine’s Day

ho needs flowers and chocolates when Kacey Musgraves wants us to be her Valentine this year? The iconic country-pop star recently released her first album in three years, “Star-Crossed,” the follow-up to her 2018 Grammy Album of the Year “Golden Hour.” She’s stopping by Dallas on Feb. 14 as part of her “Star-Crossed: Unveiled Tour” to showcase her sweeter-than-candy-hearts voice and lyrics that will cut you to your soul. Expect to hear new hits like “Simple Times,” “Hookup Scene,” “Good Wife,” “Breadwinner” and “Justified” from her fourth album, as well as timeless favorites like “Butterflies,” “Slow Burn” and “High Horse.” Kasey Musgraves is just your average Texan, but with better fashion, better hair and a growing number of accolades that would make anyone jealous. She has six Grammy awards

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under her belt, including two for Best Country Song and Album, seven Country Music Association Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards and an iHeartRadio Music Award. Along with the debut of “Star-Crossed” in 2021, Kacey also released “Star-Crossed: The Film” on Paramount+, featuring gorgeous visuals and stunning shots by “A Star Is Born” cinematographer Matthew Libatique and featuring appearances from stars like Eugene Levy and Victoria Pedretti. Save all of your construction paper hearts and love poems, because you’ll be star-crossed when you fall in love with Kacey Musgraves.

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CUPID’S CHASE FEBRUARY 12 DALLAS | Fall in love this Valentine’s weekend — just not in the way that you might think. At Cupid’s Chase, you will love and admire the spectacular views of downtown Dallas over the Ronald Kirk pedestrian bridge along the Trinity River! This morning race raises money for the nonprofit Community Options and its mission to improve the lives of people living with developmental disabilities. Wear your red-and-white cupid gear, lace up your best running shoes and get ready for a fun race! HOT CHOCOLATE 15K/5K FEBRUARY 12 DALLAS | Chocolate aficionados may not be able to swim in a sea of chocolate Willy Wonka-style, but they can do the next best thing — sign up for the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K in Dallas! After running through Fair Park with fellow choco-lovers, you’ll be treated to the most delicious after-party ever! Each finisher will get a commemorative mug to sip creamy hot chocolate, as well as chocolate fondue and sweet dippables that are guaranteed to lead to a sugar high even bigger than your runner’s high. What else can you say? Chocolate is just that good. SAINT VALENTINE’S DAY LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW

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FEBRUARY 7 WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | Admire gorgeous fashions while benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at the glamorous Saint Valentine's Day Luncheon & Fashion Show. Your face will look like the real-life heart eyes emoji when watching models strut down the runway in bold spring fashions, all while celebrating 38 years of fashion for a cure. The amazing show has clothes provided by Highland Park Village, delicious cuisine and an awards ceremony benefiting corporate and community leaders. You’ll feel good about fighting blood cancer and making a statement in the same night! DIANA KRALL FEBRUARY 9 TEXAS TRUST CU THEATRE | The multi-Grammy and Juno award winner Diana Krall is coming to Texas Trust CU Theatre for one night only. Get lost in the beautiful sounds of this talented Canadian jazz pianist and singer, who has been playing since she was 4 years old. Krall is also the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, has earned nine gold, three platinum and seven multi-platinum albums and has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide. BACK TO THE FUTURE FEBRUARY 11-13 BASS HALL | The year is 2022, but the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is taking us all the way back to 1985 with its presentation of “Back To The Future!” This concert honors the iconic film starring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, which went on to top the box office chart, spawn two successful sequels and leave a lasting impression on pop culture. Watch the film on a high-def screen where you can see the DeLorean in all its glory while the FWSO performs Alan Silvestri’s iconic score live with the film.

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FEBRUARY 5 WILL ROGERS MEMORIAL CENTER | The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo comes to a close this weekend with Texas’ very own Ryan Bingham. An Academy and Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter who stars as Walker in the western television series “Yellowstone,” Ryan Bingham combines several genres into his music, including blues, country and Americana. When he picks up that guitar and harmonica, your crazy heart will love listening to Ryan Bingham’s American love songs. Photo: Paramount Network

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ARTS & CULTURE events MARDI GRAS BAR CRAWL FEBRUARY 19 DALLAS | Court jesters dressed in green, purple and gold parade through the streets. Everyone is wearing beads and drinking Hurricanes. Masquerade masks cover every face as the crowd gathers to turn McKinney Avenue in Dallas into Bourbon Street in New Orleans for the Mardi Gras bar crawl! Come our for a huge Mardi Gras celebration and dress in your favorite themed costumes and headpieces. Tickets include a color-changing cup, a free masquerade mask, no cover charge at participating bars, drink specials and more. MONSTER JAM FEBRUARY 19

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FEBRUARY 18-26 WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | February is the month of romance, which is why it’s the perfect time to see Madame Butterfly, an opera by famous Italian composer Giacomo Puccini. This is a tale of unrequited love between a beautiful young geisha named Cio-Cio-San and an American naval officer named B.F. Pinkerton. Unfortunately after they are wedded, Pinkerton abandons her and their young son with devastating results. This beautiful and tragic tale represents so many things from sacrificial love to the oppression of Asian culture by the West, but it is mostly an amazing romantic comedy filled with wonderful music and emotions.

AT&T STADIUM | Nobody really grows out of their love for big trucks and playing in the dirt, do they? Fulfill your childhood fantasies at Monster Truck, an adrenaline-fueled family event that features famous monster trucks and their talented drivers competing in freestyle, two-wheel skills and racing competitions with other big trucks. It’s an unexpected event where anything can happen! Huge fans can also buy tickets to the Pit Party, where you can tour the trucks up close, watch pre-race interviews with drivers, get pre-signed autographs, take pictures and even more before the competition begins.

RENT FEBRUARY 18-20 MUSIC HALL AT FAIR PARK | Did you know it’s been 13,140,000 minutes since “Rent” first captured our hearts? Now Jonathan Larson’s Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical is celebrating its 25th anniversary tour by returning to Music Hall at Fair Park. This emotional production follows a year in the lives of a diverse group of friends who struggle to follow their artistic dreams without selling out. This powerful show has taken the world by storm, with fans over every continent from every generation. Audiences will be mesmerized by the captivating choreography, the beautiful set design and stunning performances of “La Vie Boheme,” “One Song Glory” and of course, “Seasons Of Love.” CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE

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EISEMANN CENTER | Entertaining circus acts set to classical music — what could be better? The Plano Symphony Orchestra is performing Cirque De La Symphonie for one night only, featuring world-aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen as their guests. All of these thrilling performances are synchronized to the sounds of classical music performed by a full orchestra for a truly unique experience. If you want to see the show “The San Francisco Examiner” says “dazzles and defies death,” then buy your tickets today!

OAK CLIFF | Dashing for beads is much more fun than the other Mardi Gras tradition, which is why Dash For The Beads is going on later this month. Go for a 10K or a 5K run or a 1-mile walk at Dash For The Beads, which raises money for physical fitness, healthy eating and arts programming at local schools. After your dash, join the Mardi Gras-themed after-party featuring mimosas and ice cold beer for those 21 and up, as well as food trucks and local vendors. This is a fun-for-the-family way to celebrate this playful holiday.

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home STYLE Westin Wonders

fter hosting its grand opening last fall, the Westin Dallas Southlake has quickly become one of the biggest attractions in the area. From its heavenly hotel suites to its aptlynamed Curve Lounge, guests who visit may feel inspired to replicate some of its design elements for their own space. If you’re interested in bringing a little bit of the Westin home with you, here are a few ways to get you started.

BIOPHILIC BENEFITS

According to studio director Karen Prigmore, the Westin’s design is rooted in a biophilic approach, which connects occupants to nature and the environment. The interior has massive vaulted ceilings reminiscent of Texas’ blue sky, with origami birds hanging at the top that further add to the aesthetic. Bright neutral backdrops accentuate the green and oak accents throughout the hotel. And the open-air concept gives a holistic breathability throughout the space that feels calming and revitalizing. You can add biophilic elements to your own home by maximizing natural lighting, adding more green and emulating natural shapes.

CIRCULAR REFERENCE

When guests aren’t soaking up the hotel’s atmosphere, they’re sipping on a cocktail in the Curve Lounge. This circular lounge emphasizes the annular design that remains consistent throughout the hotel. Whether it’s the circular stairs leading down to the lounge, the circular rugs in the lobby or the circular artwork that flows throughout, these round patterns help the hotel feel more connected, and they can do the same for your home as well.

STRENGTH AND SUBSTANCE

Besides its cues to nature and symmetrical patterns, the Westin also places an emphasis on using hot-rolled steel throughout the property. Whether it’s with stunning steel sculptures or metallic panels and screens lining the hotel, steel is an important part of both the Westin’s foundation and decoration. While it may be harder to line out your home with industrial-grade steel work, you can use similar metallic colors and shades to capture the spirit of the Westin.

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These Romantic Locales Make For The Perfect Instagram

othing is better than coming home from a whirlwind romantic vacation with some of the best pictures of you and your special someone. If you want to capture some romantic memories while having the trip of your life, these are some great destinations for a romantic getaway with your significant other. So grab your partner, pack your bags and get ready for one of the most romantic and scenic trips of your life. From the Taj Mahal in India to the beautifully picturesque island of Santorini in Greece, these awe-inspiring locales prove going on a romantic vacation and getting that perfect picture can both be achieved in just one trip.

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Caye Caulker, Belize

For those who are familiar with the beaches of Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean, there’s a lesser-known island that serves up beaches with just as beautiful views: Caye Caulker in Belize. Located off the coast of Belize City, Caye Caulker features Instagram-worthy bright turquoise water alongside fun backdrops like the gorgeous beach and picturesque palm trees. Photograph your partner while participating in fun activities like zip lining, scuba diving and manatee spotting. Hardcore adventurers can take a scenic flight over the Great Blue Hole — a marine sinkhole that is 1,043 feet across and 407 feet deep. Whether it’s relaxing on the beach or exploring its stunning sights, Caye Caulker is both romantic and photogenic. BelizeAdventure.ca

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Agra, India

If you love iconic sights that carry centuries of history, Agra, India has ancient monuments that will take your breath away. The Taj Mahal, a mausoleum commissioned in 1632 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his favorite wife, is 42 acres of aweinspiring beauty. The mausoleum is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and features a mosque, guest house and gardens filled with over 400 plants. After visiting the Taj Mahal and getting all the pictures you want, you can also visit the Agra Fort near the Yamuna River, which served as the home for Mughal Dynasty emperors. It doesn’t matter if you take a traditional photo right in front of the Taj Mahal or stage artistic pictures around the city, Agra, India, should be on your travel bucket list. Agra.NIC.In

Santorini, Greece

Few sightings are more beautiful than the coastline of Santorini, with the cliffside villages serving as a perfect backdrop. Whether you want to go because of the gorgeous landscapes or because you want to fulfill your “Mamma Mia!” fantasies, a trip to this island is more than worth it. It doesn’t matter if you snap photos left and right in the village of Oia or capture the sunset at the Kastro castle, picture-perfect views and a romantic stay await you. Fabulous photos can also be taken in one of Santorini’s cave houses — which are unique alternatives to a hotel room — or during a romantic dinner at one of Santorini’s upscale Greek restaurants. After spending the day exploring all of Santorini’s hidden gems, relax during a wine tasting tour or while on a boat trip around the island. Greeka.com

Seoul, South Korea

Alongside cities like Hong Kong and Tokyo, Seoul delivers on atmosphere, culture, romance and beauty. The capital of South Korea, Seoul is full of great places to visit with your partner and spectacular spots to take a photo or two. Those who love nature should stop by the Seoul Forest, a national family park that features over 12 million square feet of plants, trees, sculptures and natural beauty that stands out on Instagram. You and your significant other can also take in the sunrise from the top of the Achasan or Gaehwasan Mountains. And for a romantic date night, visit one of Seoul’s many distilleries or enjoy a water and light show at the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain. Whatever you end up doing, you’re sure to get some great memories and pictures out of it. VisitSeoul.net

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THE CARROLL EDUCATION FOUNDATION CELEBRATES A NEW YEAR FOR THE CULINARY CELEBRATION

THE TIPPING POINT

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INSPIRED BY YOU. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU.

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Options – it is an idea that excites most of us. A lot has been made of the recent supply issues, but the truth is we continue to navigate to make vehicles available for you. The options for personalizing your vehicle makes preordering more exciting and accessible than ever. So, whether you choose a vehicle that has been expertly configured by our team, put finishing touches on a vehicle that is soon to be available or design and preorder a vehicle inspired by your life and passions, Avondale is committed to elevating your automotive purchase journey. Your next vehicle is Inspiration Realized.

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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS IN REAL ESTATE “There isn’t anything better than helping people buy and sell in a community you truly love.” – Tommy Pennington

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