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“Meatless Monday” offers an easy one pot Black Bean Quinoa that is as delicious as it is healthy for you and the environment. Next, Editor Stephanie Hasbrouck shares a personal fave, “Cocokind” – a plant-powered and sustainable skincare line that is also affordable. #winning We also catch up with LLELA Nature Preserve Coordinator, Tiara Chapman, who offers easy herb gardening advice in “How Does Your Garden Grow?” Imagine the delight of having fresh herbs on hand for a variety of recipes – such a spring treat! This month we also spend some time with the very fascinating and uber talented,

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FEATURES 16 How Does Your Garden Grow? Easy Herb Gardening Advice From LLELA Nature Preserve Coordinator Tiara Chapman

22 In Bloom Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden Is a Lovely Weekend Excursion

26 Recycling 101 Take the Guesswork Out of the Process with These Helpful Tips

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Liberty Christian Denim and Rhinestones Auction a Success The Liberty Christian School Denim and Rhinestones Auction, on Feb. 27, was a huge success and a fun-filled evening at the Argyle campus that featured renowned comedian Nate Bargatze. The auction contributed to Liberty Christian’s programs and teacher sustainability initiatives. During the event, Whitney Hand Jones (Class of 2008) and Bailee Brown (Class of 2009) were recipients of the LCS Distinguished Alumni Award. EVENT PHOTOS: GARY DANIELS

Flower Mound 9th Grade Campus Student, Teacher and School Recognized At the February Flower Mound Chamber luncheon, Flower Mound 9th Grade Campus Student, Jordan Holt was recognized as Student of the Month. Flower Mound 9th Grade Campus World Geography teacher Chimene Tingue was recognized as the Teacher of the Month. The Flower Mound 9th Grade Campus was chosen as School of the Month. PHOTOGRAPHY: LISD COMMUNICATIONS 8

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Primrose Schools Work Together After Winter Storm Damage Primrose School of NE Flower Mound hosted students, families and teachers from sister school, Primrose School of Old Orchard, while Old Orchard was being restored from water damage sustained during the recent winter storm. The teams came together to create a warm and welcoming experience for the visitors, and many new friendships were formed. This is community in action. PHOTOGRAPHY: EMILY LAWLESS

Highland Village Elementary Honors Agents of Change To culminate Black History Month, third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students at Highland Village Elementary gave a special musical performance titled, “Agents of Change: Celebrating African Americans in History.” Music teacher Leah Drumheller collaborated with Michelle Murray’s physical education classes who learned African Hopscotch skills. Through musical performances and physical activities, students participated in a tournament while learning about equality, justice and change. PHOTOGRAPHY: LISD COMMUNICATIONS

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AROUND TOWN “Debra has provided excellent leadership to this organization during the recent transition, and given the need to fill key vacancies, the Town Council believes it is in our best interest to ask her to continue in that role until we feel we are ready for a new Town Manager to take on this important position,” says Flower Mound Mayor Steve Dixon.

MATTHEW MORRIS NAMED LISD DIRECTOR OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Lewisville ISD has named Matthew Morris as the district’s new Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. He will lead the development of a vision and effective strategies for the district that champion the importance and values of an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment. “Although this position is new, the work is not,”

SUSHI DAMU OPENS IN FLOWER MOUND

Matthew says. “Many have dedicated countless

Sushi Damu has opened and is located at 3651

hours, days and years to building the foundation

Justin Road (in the shopping center in front of

on which I stand. I am proud to arrive at such a

Academy). The restaurant serves a variety of sushi

momentous time where we are willing to fully

and sashimi, in addition to tempura, fresh, low-carb

embrace our truth and create a narrative that is an

and baked rolls. Choose from a spicy tiger roll,

exemplar for the nation.”

superman burrito roll, ex-boyfriend roll, coconut shrimp roll and much more. Appetizers, salads and entrée options are also available. For more information, visit sushidamutexas.com.

ART IN THE PARK FESTIVAL VENDOR APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 16 Flower Mound’s first Art in the Park Festival is scheduled to be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 8, at Heritage Park. The festival will feature live performances, local artwork, a special art treasure hunt, a recycled fashion show, hands-on activities, a community mural and much more. Many of the activities and booths will focus on ways to utilize recycled and repurposed materials to create unique works of art. However,

FLOWER MOUND INTERIM TOWN MANAGER TO CONTINUE SERVING IN ROLE

artists that work in all mediums are invited to apply to be a vendor. To exhibit artwork during the event, fill out a vendor application form found

The Flower Mound Town Council has selected

at flower-mound.com/artfestival. Vendors can

Debra Wallace to continue serving as Interim Town

rent booth space beginning at $50. Applications

Manager for the foreseeable future.

are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 16.

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2020-21 calendar. As part of the adjustments, the last day of school was moved from May 26 to Friday, May 21. Additionally, the district will request a waiver from the TEA to not make up or use “bad weather days” for the four days of missed instruction due to the February winter storm. With the waiver, Monday, April 26, will remain on the calendar as a bad weather day. If the district does not use the bad weather day, the day will be a student/staff holiday.

FLOWER MOUND GARDEN CLUB BRIGHTENS DAY OF MEALS ON WHEELS RECIPIENTS The Flower Mound Garden Club (FMGC) created and donated 100 Valentine’s floral arrangements that were delivered to local Meals on Wheels recipients. The FMGC’s goal is to promote interest in gardening, spread beauty and educate on productive gardening. For more information, visit the group’s Facebook page @flowermoundgardenclub.

MEMORIAL TREE PROGRAM ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH APRIL

LISD HOSTS HBCU COLLEGE FAIR More than 300 high school students partic-

Flower Mound's Memorial Tree Program gives

ipated in LISD's third annual Historically Black

an opportunity for community members to plant

Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Fair in

and dedicate trees in honor or memory of a loved

February. Students were able to access presenta-

one. Applications will be accepted through April.

tions, biographies and videos in Canvas.

To find out more about the program or submit an

DeEric Henry, a graduate of Grambling State

application for the Memorial Tree Program, visit

University, was the keynote speaker. Representatives

Flower-Mound.com.

from several HBCUs across the country presented

WOMEN OF FLOWER MOUND HOSTING FLOWER FUNDRAISER

information about their universities. Featured colleges included Grambling State, HustonTillotson University, Langston University, Prairie

The Women of Flower Mound is hosting a Flower

View A&M University and South Carolina State

Sale benefitting its Scholarship Fund on April 10.

University. For more information about the event,

The event will feature beautiful mixed color petunias

visit http://bit.ly/2NAeBoV.

just in time for spring for only $20 per flat. Each flat has 18 4-inch plants. Limited quantities are available. Pick up will be at the Keep Flower Mound Beautiful

PARTY WITH A PURPOSE TO RAISE MONEY FOR HABITAT OF DENTON COUNTY

event from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 10. Flowers are avail-

The Greater Denton/Wise County Association

able by pre-order only. For more information and to

of Realtors (GDWCAR) is hosting Party with a

pre-order, visit WomenofFlowerMound.org.

Purpose benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Denton

LISD CALENDAR CHANGES INCLUDE EARLIER SUMMER RELEASE

County on Saturday, April 17, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center. Participants can dance to live music from In10City, enjoy com-

At the March 1 Board Work Session, the LISD

plimentary appetizers, partake in the cash bar and

Board of Trustees approved adjustments to the

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AROUND TOWN participate in raffles. GDWCAR hopes to raise enough funds from the event to be able to build a home for a local family in need. Other Party with a Purpose sponsors include DATCU, Access Bank of Texas and First United Bank and Trust. To purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/ party-with-a-purpose-tickets-86607811295.

NEW DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATIONS TO OPEN IN RIVER WALK Primo’s MX Kitchen, Sfereco and Scout are slated to open this spring in Flower Mound’s River Walk. Primo’s MX Kitchen offers a fresh take on Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. Sfereco offers AmericanItalian favorites. And Scout is a unique dining,

camping sites. During your stay, you can enjoy a

drinking and gaming destination. In addition, two

variety of amenities including a camp store, play-

more dining and drink spots have announced they

ground, pavilions, hike/bike trails, kayak rentals

are coming to River Walk. Boi Na Braza, a Brazillian

and much more. For more information or to book a

steakhouse, and Parliament, an upscale cocktail

reservation, visit twincovespark.com.

lounge are slated to open in the summer.

UPPER TRINITY REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT OFFERS FREE IRRIGATION SYSTEM CHECK-UPS The Upper Trinity Regional Water District is offering FREE irrigation system check-ups for Flower Mound homeowners. As part of the voluntary program, a licensed irrigator will perform a check-up and identify potential problems with a homeowner’s irrigation system, such as a broken or misaligned sprinkler head and controller settings. During the check-up, the irrigator will discuss proper irrigation system maintenance, controller operation, and efficient water habits with the homeowner, as well as provide a written report with suggested repairs and an estimated water

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ENJOY A SPRING WEEKEND GETAWAY AT TWIN COVES PARK

savings amount. To request this free check-up,

MSU FLOWER MOUND HOSTS CAFE CON LECHE AND LEWISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS On Feb. 5, Midwestern State University Flower

Looking for a relaxing weekend getaway? Book

Mound hosted Café Con Leche Wichita Falls and

a stay at Twin Coves Park! Twin Coves has 19 fur-

Lewisville High School seniors. The purpose was

nished cabins, 22 RV slips and six primitive tent

to educate the group on education and career

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competition held virtually Feb. 26-28. State medallists include Kaitlyn Williams, Jia Lin and Zach LaMendola. Congratulations to the entire AcDec team for their hard work and success this year. Academic Decathalon is a national organization in which students compete in ten different academic areas: math, science social studies, language/literature, essay, speech, interview, economics, music, and art. The team is comprised of A students, B students, and C students. For more information visit tinyurl.com/marcushsacdec.

LISD CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER BRYON KOLBECK RECEIVES NATIONAL HONOR opportunities for their children in a non-intimidating

LISD Chief Technology Officer Bryon Kolbeck

environment. Several families filed for their FAFSA/

has been named the 2021 Chief Technology Officer

TASFA application during the event. The Cafe Con

of the Year, a national honor, by the Consortium for

Leche team praised Randy Canivel, Director of the

School Networking (CoSN), a K-12 education tech-

MSU Flower Mound Campus and his staff for open-

nology leaders association. “There is no one more

ing their doors to these families, who often don't

deserving of this honor than Bryon Kolbeck,” LISD

have mentors to help navigate this process.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Rogers said. “He exemplifies the best of public education and is committed to serving the students and staff of this district. His leadership, knowledge and expertise has played a key role this school year as we continue to navigate a year unlike any other.”

SENIOR CENTER TO REOPEN APRIL 5 The Flower Mound Senior Center will reopen Monday, April 5, with a modified schedule. To ensure the safety of all members and staff, the center will reopen in phases with certain restrictions. For more information, visit flower-mound.com/simreopening.

ARTISTS INVITED TO SUBMIT DESIGNS FOR COMMUNITY PAINTED MURAL #FMGARDENS DONATES LETTUCE TO HEART OF CITY OF LEWISVILLE

Flower Mound is seeking artists to submit designs for a mural based around the theme of kindness and inclusivity that will be installed on the lawn at Parker

Amanda Killough has a passion for the garden

Square, in partnership with Midwestern State

behind the 9th grade Flower Mound high school

University Flower Mound. All ages are welcome to

campus. Recenltly the group donated the sea-

apply. The chosen artist will receive $200 and other

son's first 10 pounds of lettuce to Heart of Lewisville,

prizes. Email submissions to krissi.oden@flower-

a non-profit. Amanda says that this endeavor has

mound.com by 5 p.m. Friday, April 9.

been many years in the making and looks forward to helping the community again soon. #FMgardens.

MARCUS ACADEMIC DECATHLON PLACES IN STATEWIDE COMPETITION Marcus Academic Decathlon competed and placed in the top 20 schools at this year’s State

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EASY HERB GARDENING ADVICE FROM LLELA NATURE PRESERVE COORDINATOR TIARA CHAPMAN

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G ROW ? THERE IS SOMETHING MAGICAL ABOUT GROWING A GARDEN AND UTILIZING ITS BOUNTY. Perhaps one of the most useful gardens to grow is an herb garden. For centuries, individuals have been growing and harvesting herbs for meals and medicine. Tiara Chapman, LLELA Nature Preserve Coordinator, shares some tips for growing and enjoying herbs. “My container herb garden consists of four main staples based on what types of dishes I cook often: rosemary, basil, thyme and oregano,” Tiara says. “The times when I need it, I only need a pinch, so why not grow it?” Tiara suggests following these steps for beginning an herb garden. The process does not require a big investment. Instead, start small and build on what you have.

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+ Rosemary (4-inch pot) + Basil (4-inch pot) + Thyme (4-inch pot) + Oregano (4-inch pot) + Flowerpots or planters with good drainage (if not planting in-ground) + Organic potting soil (if planting in container) + Eggshells + Banana Peels + Coffee grounds

STEP

“Remember herbs were ini-

Don’t forget to fertilize. “For

Harvest your herbs. This will

tially weeds,” Tiara says. “Once

a long time, I didn’t believe in

encourage new growth. “If you

established, they appreciate a

buying fertilizers or ‘feeding’ my

don’t use it, you lose it!” Tiara

light touch.” To help establish

plants and garden,” Tiara says.

says. “There are dozens of ways to

the herbs, Tiara suggests letting

“Then it clicked: if I’m anemic

preserve herbs, including vinegar

them “harden off” outside when

and take and iron supplement to

infusions, drying, freezing and oil

you bring them home from the

ameliorate that, couldn’t plants

infusions. Try one or try them all!”

nursery. “This is when they get

be anemic and need supple-

used to the temperature, winds

ments as well? Of course they

and microclimate of your gar-

can!” Tiara suggests utilizing

For more information on grow-

den space.” She also suggests

items at home, such as eggshells

ing a home garden, visit the

watering new herbs daily until

for calcium, banana peels for

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension at

they are planted in their “forever

potassium and coffee grounds

agrilifeextension.tamu.edu.

home.” Once planted, she sug-

for nitrogen and drainage.

gests tapering off watering to every other day.

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AS HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON WROTE, “JUST LIVING IS NOT ENOUGH … ONE MUST HAVE SUNSHINE, FREEDOM AND A LITTLE FLOWER.” Luckily for those living in DFW, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has provided these life necessities during the most challenging of times. in a 66-acre garden has been such a place of

“As a city garden, you will see an amazing

respite and healing for the community,” says Terry

diversity of cultures that are a true reflection of

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our DFW community,” Terry says. “The garden is

Promotions at the Arboretum. “We are known for

a shared experience and a place where guests

our breathtaking floral displays and color all year

come to connect with nature and one another, as

long. Southern Living named us the best spot this

well as a place to make lasting memories.”

side of Holland to see beautiful flowers.” The Dallas Arboretum is located in East Dallas, on the shores of White Rock Lake. It is a popular destination for those seeking to capture the

The Dallas Arboretum features numerous, themed gardens sure to inspire visitors of all ages and interests. A Tasteful Place, an award-winning, 3.5-acre

perfect photograph or just spend a day strolling

ornamental garden, pavilion and kitchen pro-

along the plant-laden paths.

motes sustainable, locally-grown food. Visitors can enjoy cooking demonstrations and free tastings made from seasonal produce. The Rory Meyer’s Children’s Adventure Garden comprises 17 indoor and outdoor interactive learning galleries, educates and connects children with nature. The fun-filled 8- acre garden teaches life and earth science to students, teachers and families. “Since opening in the fall of 2013, the Dallas Arboretum has hosted nearly 700,000 students in formal education programs with more than 1 million visitors having walked through the beautiful butterfly gates,” Terry says, adding that COVID protocols have been in place, and free Garden STEM home lessons are offered, as well. Some other signature gardens featured at the Dallas Arboretum include A Woman’s Garden, with its serene infinity pool; the Nancy Rutchik Red Maple Rill, featuring a collection of more CONTINUED >

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than 80 varieties of Japanese Maples along a stream; the McCasland Sunken Garden featuring the Chico y Chica de la Playa sculpture and fountain; and the Nancy Clements Seay Magnolia Glade with a meandering waterway and picturesque lily pond. Find a complete list of signature gardens and take a virtual tour at DallasArboretum.org. For those seeking to become more involved, Terry says there are numerous volunteer and donor opportunities at the Dallas Arboretum. “The Dallas Arboretum volunteer team consists of over 4,000 volunteers who contribute close to 100,000 hours of service each year,” Terry says. “We are one of the top volunteer sites in the nation, and we simply could not do what we do without their dedication to service. During peak seasons more volunteers are needed. To inquire on current opportunities, contact volunteers@ dallasarboretum.org or 214-515-6561.” For those who would like to financially support the Arboretum, Terry suggests becoming a member. Members receive free admission and parking throughout the year and are invited to exclusive events.

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APRIL 1 The Dallas Arboretum’s 2021 Cool Thursdays

upcom i n g event s

Spring Concert Series kicks off at 7:30 p.m. April 1 and will continue each Thursday through July 1. The fall series will be Sept. 2-Oct. 28. Visit DallasArboretum.org for ticket information.

APRIL 1- 11 Dallas Arboretum presents Dallas Blooms, the largest annual floral festival in the Southwest. With the theme “America the Beautiful,” the festival showcases 100 varieties of spring bulbs and more than 500,000

A P R I L 2 4 -2 5 Dallas Arboretum presents the Artscape Fine Art Show & Sale featuring more than 100 artists from across the country.

blossoms, thousands of azaleas and hundreds of

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Japanese cherry trees. Each week, the event focuses

Dallas Arboretum's Summer Exhibit featuring

on one of six regions of the United States with food,

ZimSculpt, a contemporary stone sculpture exhibit

music, flowers and special events.

from ZimBabwe.

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TAKE THE GUESSWORK OUT OF THE PROCESS WITH THESE HELPFUL TIPS

WE’VE ALL BEEN TAUGHT TO REDUCE, REUSE AND

materials out of the landfills, we are able to preserve valu-

RECYCLE. Sometimes the recycling process can be

able disposal space in the Metroplex, extending the life

tricky, but it is a vital step in preserving the environment.

and capacity of our landfills. The further you have to trans-

“Recycling helps to reduce energy usage, the consumption of fresh raw materials, greenhouse gas emissions and

port municipal solid waste, the higher the costs, which get passed on to residential and business customers.”

both air and water pollution by decreasing the need for

Often residents are unsure of what to recycle and how

waste disposal,” says Jeri Harwell, Municipal Services

to properly prepare items for recycling. Jeri offers some

Manager with Republic Services. “Additionally, by keeping

practical advice this month on how and what to recycle.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

“I DO CONSIDER MYSELF AN ARTIST, PRESERVING THE WORK OF OTHER ARTISTS AND EXTENDING THE LIFE OF THEIR WORK FOR THE FUTURE.”

Alton made this reproduction ripple molding machine for reproducing 17th century Dutch frames.

who Alton Bowman

title Furniture Conservator and Maker

where Flower Mound

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favorite aspect of his work "I like to resurrect a piece, to restore it to its former glory, as intended by the maker."

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY MARSHALL MAGUIRE PHOTOGRAPHY

PRESERVING

TELL ME ABOUT YOUR WORK AS A

MOUND HAS BEEN BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE BY

FURNITURE CONSERVATIONIST.

PERIOD FURNITURE CONSERVATOR ALTON BOWMAN KEEPS HISTORY ALIVE WITH HIS ARTISTRY

THE PAST FOR FIVE DECADES, ALTON BOWMAN OF FLOWER CONSERVING PERIOD FURNITURE. His work appears

Furniture conservation requires expertise in a number of special-

in museums, universities and private collections across the

ties. If you consider that you are likely to see anything that has been

country. This month, Alton shares his storied career and the

made in the last two or three hundred years, from anywhere in the

importance of preserving objects from the past so they are

world. That covers a lot of territory. Basically, that includes knowing

not lost to history.

woods and cabinet making, finishes, veneering, carving and gilding. CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO DO THIS KIND OF WORK?

and collections. But I did not get to meet him. As with

I studied art at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts

many of the wealthy collectors in the area, I usually see

in Philadelphia. The courses included drawing, painting,

their designers or house managers. My favorite customers

sculpture and art history. It was a very good preparation,

are usually professionals, and I can establish long working

as furniture requires all of those skills. When I returned

friendships with them when they acquire new works. I like

to Dallas, I discovered a strong need for furniture con-

working for museums; they usually have important pieces,

servation. I continued my education with seminars at

and I can go see them whenever I want.

the Smithsonian Institution and became a member of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and

THE FURNITURE PIECES YOU CONSERVE

Artistic Works, which allowed me to work for museums.

ARE LIKE PIECES OF ART. DO YOU CONSIDER YOURSELF AN ARTIST?

WHAT ASPECT OF YOUR WORK DO YOU LOVE THE MOST? Really, conservation is a blend of art, history and science. As you acquire skills and experience, you are able to

I do consider myself an artist, preserving the work of other artists and extending the life of their work for the future. You have to be on the skill level of the artist that made them.

work on the more rare and expensive pieces for museums and private collections. These are my favorite projects. My

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO CONSERVE

favorite era is 18th century French. It is the most challeng-

HISTORIC PIECES?

ing and rewarding. But there is quality in every era.

You never know what objects will be important in the future so you must treat them all equally. If they are not

YOU WORK AS AN EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

cared for, they will be lost to history. We live on through

CONSERVATOR. CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT THIS IS?

the objects we make.

Sometimes disasters like hurricanes on the Texas coast, or even severe weather as we experienced (in February)

WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING

will require prompt attention to reduce damage.

ASPECT OF YOUR WORK?

WHAT SORTS OF PIECES DO YOU NOW CONSERVE?

intent is lost. I like to resurrect a piece, to restore it to its

I have just finished a turn of the 20th century French

former glory, as intended by the maker. Often, these are

Sometimes pieces are so far gone, that their original

commode, a chest of drawers, by Francois Linke for

very dramatic before and after pictures. The art of the con-

a private client. In the past few years, I have restored a

servator is knowing what to do and when. Bad conserva-

pair of tables for the foyer of the Governor’s Mansion in

tion can ruin a piece’s value, or you can increase the value

Austin and the frame for the $23 million Poussin painting

many times over the cost with an appropriate restoration.

purchased by the Kimbell Museum. It was included in the Poussin retrospective at the Louvre. Also in Austin, I

IN ADDITION TO RESTORING FURNITURE, YOU

restored the Supreme Court bench at the Capitol building.

ALSO DESIGN PIECES OF YOUR OWN. TELL ME

Most of my museum work is for the DMA, Meadows

ABOUT YOUR CUSTOM DESIGNS.

Museum, the Kimbell and the Amon Carter in Fort Worth.

My original pieces are sometimes inspired by projects

But I have also done work for the Gilcrease in Tulsa, the

in for restoration. If I like a piece, I will make measured

LA County Museum and the Birmingham Museum of Art.

drawings and patterns from it, and make a new piece, maybe change the wood or add inlays. I make writing

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE OLDEST PIECES ON

desks that are completely original, inspired by French

WHICH YOU HAVE WORKED?

furniture. I like to use inlays of native Texas wildflowers.

The 1600s is about as early as I am likely to see, frames from

Sometimes customers will ask me to build a dining table

contemporaries of Rembrandt in the golden age of Dutch art.

or a special need. My latest custom was an Art Deco style dining table in rare tropical hardwoods. It won a prize at

YOUR CLIENT LIST IS EXTENSIVE. WHO HAS BEEN

the Furniture show in Kerrville.

THE MOST INTERESTING CLIENT? I did some work for Van Cliburn. He had purchased the Kimbell estate, so I get to see a lot of incredible houses

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For more information about Alton Bowman Studio Conservation, visit AltonBowman.com.

Reproduction by Alton Bowman of a 19th century French roll-top writing desk with satine wood, inlaid with mother of pearl and abalone shell.

Alton shows his reproduction of the throne chair of Hetepheres, Old Kingdom Egypt. At 4,500-years-old, it is the oldest chair form known. Alton shows the intricate detail of this French commode by Francois Linke that he recently restored.

Restored French commode by Francois Linke, 1900, Kingwood, satine veneers, mercury gilt bronze, Breche marble.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

M M E O A N T D L A E Y S ! S

DID YOU KNOW THAT REDUCING MEAT CONSUMPTION HAS A POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOUR HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF THE PLANET? Eating more plant-based foods and reducing meat consumption can improve heart health, reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes, and promote better kidney function. For the planet, eating less meat lessens the demand for environmental resources like land, water and energy. For those looking to try more plant-based meals, this one-pot Black Bean Quinoa dish is sure to be a hit. Try it in a bowl or on a tortilla. It’s tasty, filling and healthy for you and the environment!

EASY ONE POT BLACK BEAN QUINOA IS HEALTHY FOR YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY CONTRIBUTED

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+ 1 Tablespoon avocado oil + 1 sweet onion, chopped

BLACK BEAN QUINOA

+ 1 cup bell pepper or sweet mini peppers, chopped + 3 cloves garlic, minced + ¾ cup quinoa, rinsed + 1 ½ cups vegetable broth

ingredient s

+ 1 teaspoon ground cumin + 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Heat avocado oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, peppers and garlic and cook about 10 minutes. Don’t burn the garlic!

(more or less depending on how spicy you prefer)

Add the quinoa and vegetable broth to the pan. Add seasonings:

+ Salt to taste

cumin, cayenne and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low,

+ 1 cup frozen corn kernels

and simmer for about 20 minutes – until the quinoa is tender and

(We love Whole Foods frozen

all of the broth is absorbed.

fire-roasted corn.) + 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained Garnish: shredded cheese,

Add in the frozen corn and black beans. Heat through - about five minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese and salsa. Enjoy!

salsa, fresh cilantro (optional)

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Benefits of a

chemical-free home

HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED WHAT IT WOULD TAKE TO TURN YOUR HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL-FREE? It's not as hard as you might think! We hear a lot about the dangers of chemical ingredients, but it's easy to ignore all of the warnings and keep using our favorite products. When you don't know of a better alternative, it's just what you do! However, all of those ingredients add up and can make a big difference in your health, as well as the health of your family and pets. The products that are most important to swap out depend on your lifestyle and what you use the most. If your little ones are eating food right off of the counter, you might consider the ingredients from the cleaner you just used to wipe it down and start by switching to a natural method.

ARTICLE BY HAYLEY HYER

If you have sensitive skin, you might start by taking inventory of your beauty and personal care products to see what you can replace. To get you started, here are three DIY products that you can make yourself for your chemical-free home.

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DIY Scented Body Moisturizer Just like a new candle can brighten your day, a shimmery scented lotion can make you feel like a queen. The only problem is all of the artificial fragrances, alcohols, dyes, and other chemicals that your skin is absorbing from that bottle. There are some cleaner options such as unscented lotions, but that's a lot less fun. This DIY moisturizer allowed you to customize your own scent while still treating your skin the best you can. The key ingredient? Olive oil! Yes, any bottle of olive oil from your kitchen works. Pour some in a smaller bottle and add several drops of your favorite essential oils. Olive oil is super hydrating, feels great, and will make you question why you ever used lotion in the first place. Plus it's safe for your whole body. Just be mindful of the essential oils you choose. Some types—such as peppermint, eucalyptus, or tea tree oils—cause a cooling effect and can feel uncomfortable if it gets on your face or other sensitive areas.

DIY Counter Cleaner: Safe for Granite + Marble! You probably know that vinegar is a great natural cleaner for most surfaces. Unfortunately, it can be pretty damaging to delicate countertops made from granite or marble. Here's a DIY cleaning spray that's safe for any type of counters you have!

Ingredients + Rubbing alcohol + Dish soap

+ Essential Oils + Water

Directions In a plastic or glass spray bottle, mix one part alcohol with one part water. Add several drops of dish soap and whichever essential oils you would like to add for your desired scent. Shake it up each time you use it as the ingredients will tend to separate. Although it's natural and safe, still avoid spraying directly on your skin as the alcohol and dish soap can dry you out.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

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DIY Laundry Scent Enhancer If you have ever added those popular scent beads to your load of laundry before, you know how lovely it is to pull your amazingly scented clothes out of the dryer. The funny thing about a product like that is it truly has no purpose other than adding a good smell, but it does add lots of chemicals to your daily life! There's a safer and more beneficial way to make your clothes smell heavenly. Try this DIY scent enhancer with your next load of laundry and put it to the test.

Ingredients 3 parts Epsom Salt + 1 part Baking Soda + Essential Oils

Directions Mix your ingredients together in a jar or canister and scoop about ¼ cup directly into the washer basin before adding the clothes—just like you would with scented beads. Continue with your laundry like normal.

Learn More

While these three recipes give you a great start, that's definitely not all you can do to kick the chemicals out of your home. For more information on starting a chemical-free household, you can browse online resources such as ChemFreeCom.com or find a social media group to join with like-minded people who have some experience from their own trial and error. If you get overwhelmed, remember that you don't have to get rid of all chemicals in one day. Every swap you make is something to celebrate!

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APRIL

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE FARM EASTER EGG ROLL Nash Farm

Nash Farm in Grapevine presents First Fridays at the Farm Easter Egg Roll from 10 a.m.-noon April 2. Join in

2 p.m. every Saturday at 2230 Justin

Volunteers will assist participants so

Road. For a list of vendors, visit

that they don’t have to leave the com-

fourseasonsmarkets.com/events.

fort of their cars. For a list of eligible items, visit kfmb.org.

4, 11, 18, 25 FLOWER MOUND FARMERS MARKET Parker Square

Flower

Mound

Farmers

10 WOFM FLOWER FUNDRAISER

Victorian Easter fun on the east lawn.

The

The event is $3 per person, ages 3

Market takes place from 10 a.m.-

The Women of Flower Mound is

and older. For ticket information, visit

2 p.m. every Sunday in Parker

hosting a Flower Sale benefitting

tickets.grapevineticketline.com/

Square. For a vendor list, visit

its Scholarship Fund on April 10.

event/first-fridays-at-the-farm-2021.

fourseasonsmarkets.com/events.

Purchase flats of 18, 4-inch petunias

Flower Mound High School

for $20 per flat. Limited quantities

are available. Pick up will be at the

CAC UNDERWATER EASTER EGG HUNT

BLACKBOX SONGWRITERS SERIES: KELLY WILLIS AND JAMIE LIN WILSON

are available by pre-order only. For

Hop on over to the CAC for the

Kelly Willis and Jamie Lin Wilson will

Underwater Egg Hunt beginning at 10

perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 9, as

a.m. Saturday, April 3. Egg-citing activ-

part of MCL Grand Theater’s Blackbox

ities include a visit by the Easter Bunny,

Songwriters Series. For ticket infor-

arts and crafts, and games. For more

mation, visit mclgrand.com.

Flower Mound CAC

Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater

information about this and other CAC events, visit flower-mound.com/112/ Special-Events.

9-11

SPRING TRASH-OFF

NERD OUT NIGHTS

wide spring cleaning event will be held

Flower Mound

from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 10. Flowers more information and to pre-order, visit WomenofFlowerMound.org.

10 TEXAS TUNES: ARLINGTON JONES & THE BRETHREN Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater

Arlington Jones & The Brethren will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at MCL Grand Theater. For ticket information, visit mclgrand.com.

Keep Flower Mound Beautiful’s town-

Virtual Event

from Friday, April 9 through Saturday,

Join the certified nerds of LLELA

April 11. Participants will be assigned a

Nature Preserve for a free live trivia

location at the time of registration and

night about strange things found

may pick up supplies from Town Hall

in the animal kingdom. The event is

between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday,

Join the fun! The Caveman is a

for ages 18 and older. Registration

April 5. To pre-register, visit kfmb.org.

sprint triathlon – perfect for first

required. Visit PlayLewisville.com to reserve a spot.

3, 10, 17, 24 The

Highland

Village

time trial event. Pool Swim of 275

SPRING RECYCLE DROP-OFF

tickets, visit dallasathletesracing.

Mound Beautiful’s Spring Recycle Drop-Off event from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Farmers

Saturday, April 10, in the parking

Market takes place from 10 a.m.-

lot of Flower Mound High School.

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1200 Gerault Road

10 Drop off eligible items at Keep Flower

2230 Justin Road

CAVEMAN TRIATHLON timers or triathletes looking for a

Flower Mound High School

HIGHLAND VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET

Keep Flower Mound Beautiful event

yards, a 10.8 mile flat and fast bike ride, followed by a 3.1 mile run. For com/package/caveman-tri.

32ND ANNUAL FLOWER MOUND CHAMBER COMMERCE GOLF CLASSIC

A CHANCE TO HIKE

ALLY’S WISH BOOTS & BLESSINGS GALA

Lantana Golf Club 800 Golf Club Dr.

members of the special needs

The Boots & Blessings Gala benefit-

Geico Flower Mound is presenting

community will take place along

ing Ally’s Wish will be Thursday, April

sponsor for the 32nd annual Flower

the wide and level crushed-granite

22, at Marty B’s in Bartonville. Ally’s

Mound Chamber of Commerce Golf

surface of the Cottonwood Trail.

Wish provides last wishes to young,

Classic on April 12 at Lantana Golf

Participants may see signs of deer,

terminally ill mothers with small

Club. Registration is $250/player or

coyote or bobcats and maybe see

children. For ticket information, visit

$1000/team. Player cost includes:

an armadillo during the mile-long

allyswish.org/boots-blessings-gala.

Mulligan Ball, Raffle Tickets, Green

hike. Registration is required. Visit

Fees/Cart/Range Balls, Tournament

llela.org for more information.

LLELA

This free guided nature walk for

Gift, Lunch and Dinner, Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place, plus more. Contact the Flower Mound Chamber at 972539-0500 for more information.

17 20TH ANNUAL SPRING INTO NASH

Marty B’s

23 FARM SUPPER: FARM TO FORK EXPERIENCE Nash Farm

Nash Farm

Experience the taste of 19th cen-

The 20th Annual Spring into Nash

tury farm-fresh cuisine at the Farm

will take place from 10 a.m.-noon

To Fork Experience 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 17, at Nash Farm.

Friday, April 23, at Nash Farm.

LLELA

Experience what life was like when

The event will include a histori-

Join this beginners class to discuss

the city’s earliest settlers made

cally-inspired

the elements of a journal and how to

their home in Grapevine. Admission

reception, supper in the meadow,

practice mindfulness in nature. Bring

is free. For more information, visit

music, local Grapevine wines and

your own notebook or journal or pur-

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/20th-

more. For ticket information, visit

chase one for an additional $5. Visit

annual-spring-into-nash/31406/.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/

HIKE + WRITE

llela.org for more information.

17 PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center

menu,

farmhouse

farm-supper%3a-farm-to-fork-

experience/31407/.

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER FOR NORTH TEXAS 2021 VIRTUAL BREAKFAST Virtual Event

24 MY FIRST FISH: CANE POLE FISHING 101

The Greater Denton/Wise County

The Children’s Advocacy Center

Association of Realtors (GDWCAR)

for

DATCU

Certified TPWD Angler Education

is hosting Party with a Purpose

Credit Union will host the 2021

instructors will teach how to prop-

benefiting Habitat for Humanity of

Virtual Breakfast from 8-11 a.m.

erly prepare your cane fishing pole.

Denton County Saturday, April 17, at

Wednesday, April 21. The event will

Participants will practice pan fishing

the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton

feature speaker Matthew Sandusky,

on land before putting their skills to

Convention Center. Participants can

the adopted son of former Penn

test in the river. Registration is $10

dance to live music from In10City,

State University assistant football

per person and includes an outfitted

enjoy complimentary appetizers, par-

coach Jerry Sandusky, who was

10-foot cane pole to take home. Visit

take in the cash bar and participate

convicted in 2012 of 45 charges of

llela.org for registration information.

in raffles. To purchase tickets, visit

child sex abuse. For event infor-

eventbrite.com/e/party-with-a-

mation, visit cacnorthtexas.org/

purpose-tickets-86607811295.

events/breakfast.

North

Texas

and

Railroad Park

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TREND SETTER PLANT-POWERED, SUSTAINABLE & AFFORDABLE SKINCARE TO THE RESCUE

FOR GENERATIONS, THE WOMEN IN MY FAMILY HAVE BEEN STICKLERS WHEN IT COMES TO SKINCARE ROUTINES. I am no exception. I’ve tried everything from drug-store deals to decadent department store products. A couple of years

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C O C O K I N D

ago, I became more aware and intentional of the ingredients in the products I use. Searching for effective beauty items that also were eco-friendly and economical felt next to impossible. Then I found Cocokind. Somehow this brilliant company has managed to achieve the elusive trifecta.

M Y

G O -T O

F R O M

Oil to Milk Cleanser

Cocokind

P R O D U C T

F O L L O W

P R O F I L E

An oil cleanser that you can wash off

W I T H

Cocokind’s Rosewater Facial Toner and Matcha Face Moisturizer

OV E R A L L

Cocokind’s Oil to Milk Cleanser is the first-step in my skincare routine. It removes dirt and makeup but leaves my skin soft – not dry. In addition to its clean ingredients, I love that the tube is made of sugarcane. Just cut open, rinse and recycle. For more information on Cocokind products, visit Cocokind.com.

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