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Home is Where Our Story Begins March is our Home and Design issue. The memories that are made within the walls of our home are what last regardless if our home has the latest trends or if it hasn’t been updated in years. Still, it is worthwhile to create a home environment that is comfortable and inviting as the backdrop to your life. This month we go about showing you tips on just how to accomplish this. Emmy award winning tv host and chef, Daphne Oz spoke to our City Lifestyle editors recently. The New York Times bestselling author shares how to easily pull off “Beautiful Evenings at Home,” when we entertain by offering simple foods that are tasty, elegant and healthy. In “Heart of the Home,” Alisa Popelka, founder and principal interior designer of Alisa Cristine Interiors, breathes new life into a dated kitchen. “Suburban Jungle” has us catching up with another local guru, Dana Luce of Calloway's. Dana offers advice on creating a home for happy houseplants. “Local Experiences” this month is all about Home Décor & Design. We point you to some fabulous home markets and home & garden shows. Plus, check out our list of professionals to help you reimagine, revamp, and remodel your spaces this spring. Check out our “Spring Break Adventure List,” for activities that will keep young minds active during their time off from school. And, Editor Stephanie Hasbrouck, takes a field trip to “Southfork Trade Days,” where she visits the iconic Dallas landmark that is the new home to the beloved Third Monday Trade Days. “Journey to Dream Honored,” shares how this important local non-profit received an inaugural Atria Impact Award and $5,000, thanks to the nomination by Shelly Dodge, local owner of Visionary Financial. Amazing! From our home to yours, we wish you love, peace and happiness.

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inside the issue The Home Issue

F E ATU R E D

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16 Suburban Jungle

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Home Update

Kids Corner

Must See

Open House

Party Planning

Events

Local Limelight

Dana Luce of Calloway's Offers Advice on Creating a Home for Happy Houseplants

26 Southfork Trade Days

The Iconic Dallas Landmark Is the New Home to Beloved North Texas Market

32 The Heart of the Home

Alisa Popelka, Founder and Principal Interior Designer of Alisa Cristine Interiors, Breathes New Life Into this Integral Space

42 Journey To Dream Honored

Local Organization Receives Inaugural Atria Impact Award

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Photography: Kensey Taylor Daphne Oz, Emmy-winning television host and bestselling author, shares her dinner hosting tips.

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1: Flower Mound High School senior Natalie Cook earns Gatorade National Girls Cross Country Player of the Year. 2: The Liberty Christian Warrior Dance Team is now two-time TAPPS State Champions! 3: Congratulations to Liberty Christian Girls' Varsity Head Basketball Coach Burroughs for his incredible achievement of 700 wins. 4: Liberty alumni and Denton County Judge Andy Eads welcomes Texas Governor Greg Abbott, special guest at a recent Liberty Christian School luncheon. 5: Cross Timbers Rotary supports Morgan Orlando with IMA Financial on her Top 3 win at Denton County United Way Tribute of Dancing with our Stars. 6-7: On Jan. 12 Flower Mound High School and Marcus High School Air Force JROTC members got a birds-eye view of LISD aboard a CH-47 Chinook special thanks to the Texas Army National Guard.

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1: Community members gathered to celebrate Kevin Rogers and his 36 years of service to Lewisville ISD. 2: LEF Board Members Randy Canivel, Lori Fickling and Brian Pardue celebrated Kevin Rogers and his service to Lewisville ISD. 3: Lewisville ISD student musicians celebrated Kevin Rogers and his 36 years of service to Lewisville ISD. Photography by Lewisville ISD

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Photography Complete Landsculpture

Complete Landsculpture Wins Award Congratulations to Complete Landsculpture for winning four awards at the Southwest Pool & Spa show 2022. Started in 1985, Complete Landsculpture has grown into one of the largest, most recognized full-service landscape firms serving commercial and residential clients in Texas and Oklahoma, with select projects in neighboring states. The fully insured and certified team offers more than 26 years of local expertise and can handle your project from design, installation and construction to maintenance and management.

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Hazel + Honey Boutique Opens in The Shops at Highland Village Hazel + Honey Boutique has opened in The Shops at Highland Village. Hazel + Honey is a best-friends-run boutique that offers amazing quality at prices that are trendy and affordable. Local owners Becky and Dorothy are excited to welcome customers and offer personalized care. The shop specializes in women’s clothing (regular and plus sizes), gifts and accessories. They also carry a variety of children’s clothing and local spirit wear.

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Randy Canivel Named Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Randy Canivel has been named 2022 Chairman of the Board for the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce. Randy also is Director of the Flower Mound Campus at Midwestern State University and a PhD candidate. He is active in many community organizations and is a member of the Lewisville Education Foundation Board of Directors. Congratulations!

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Lori Rapp Unanimously Named Lewisville ISD Superintendent of Schools Lori Rapp, who has worked in LISD for 26 years, was named the new LISD Superintendent of Schools at the Feb. 15 school board meeting. The unanimous approval comes after a state-mandated 21-day waiting period from the time Rapp was named the sole finalist. Most recently she served as Deputy Superintendent but started as a teacher in the district initially. Rapp is the 10th LISD superintendent as well as the first woman to hold this position.

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Town of Flower Mound Announces Arts Festival at Heritage Park The Town of Flower Mound has announced the Arts Festival at Heritage Park will be held May 7. The inaugural event held in summer 2021 was a hit with the community and featured more than 45 artists. Residents also enjoyed live performances, a community mural, hands-on art activities, food trucks and more. Vendor applications are available until 5 p.m. Friday, April 15. For more information or to submit a vendor application, please email letitia.carter@flower-mound.com.

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LISD Middle School STEM Students Team Up with Stryker Communications LISD Middle School STEM Students teamed with Stryker Communications to design medical equipment using design skills they learned in engineering class. Contest winners got to visit Stryker and have their designs recreated virtually by engineers.

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

Whether you are wanting to spruce up your home with new décor and finishes or find exceptional home services in the area, we have you covered. You are sure to find something special at these upcoming markets and home & garden shows. And check out our list of professionals to help you reimagine, revamp and remodel your spaces this spring.

Home Decor & Design THE DALLAS HOME & GAR DEN SHOW AT MAR KET HALL: The Dallas Home &

Garden show will be March 4-6 at Dallas Market Hall and will feature a wide variety of items for the home and garden. 2200 N Stemmons Fwy Dallas, TX THE GR EATER FR ISCO HOME & GAR DEN SHOW AT FOR D CENTER A T T H E STAR : The Greater Frisco Home & Garden Show will be from March 18-20 and will feature the latest products and services for your home and landscape. 9 Cowboys Way Frisco, TX THE GAR DEN SHOW AT MYER S PAR K: Discover ways to spruce up your landscape at The Garden Show March 19-20 at the Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney. 7117 County Road 166 Mckinney, TX VINTAGE MAR KET DAYS: Vintage Market Days will be held March 25-27. The event is an upscale vintage-inspired, open-air market featuring antiques, home décor, handmade treasures and more. 309 CR 4228, Decatur, Texas 76234 R OUND TOP SPR ING ANTIQUE WEEK : Touted as one of the best antique show venues in the nation, Round Top will host its Spring Antique Week March 28-April 2. 475 Texas Hwy 237 South, Carmine, Texas 78932

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SUBURBAN JUNGLE Dana Luce of Calloway's Offers Advice on Creating a Home for Happy Houseplants ARTICLE BY STEPHANIE HASBROUCK | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CONTRIBUTED

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One of the best ways to add color, dimension and a bit of happiness to the home is to incorporate houseplants. Research has shown the indoor plants can purify the air, reduce stress and improve focus. “I consider houseplants essential components for mental and physical health,” says Dana Luse, Allied Manager of Calloway’s Flower Mound. “Plants are able to change the carbon dioxide we exhale into oxygen through photosynthesis. The more oxygen we breathe means more oxygen for our blood to deliver to our cells.” For those who find the idea of keeping houseplants alive a daunting task, Dana says they simply haven’t met the right plant yet. “When someone tells me they have a brown thumb, my first go-to plant is the sansevieria, also known as a snake plant or mother-in-law’s tongue. They are virtually indestructible! They do not

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Pothos plants can be propagated by cutting right below a leaf node and placing the cutting in water. Plant in soil when roots form.

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require much light or water – they are very forgiving,” Dana says. “Another choice would be a peace lily. Some people call them closet plants due to their very low light needs. This plant will let you know when it wants water by drooping its leaves, and they will perk up once hydrated. “One more suggestion would be the pothos. It likes either bright, indirect light or low light. Its soil does not need much water or it will also grow as a sprig in a glass of water.” Dana says though fiddle leaf fig trees became extremely popular a few years ago, they are difficult to maintain. “They are definitely finicky fellows!” she says. “Some other less challenging choices for larger plants would be, once again, the snake plant, peace lily, ZZ plant, mass cane and dracaena.” For those looking to start small, Dana suggests air plants because they don’t utilize soil. “They don’t need watering, but they do need misting and a lukewarm soak about once a week,” she says. For the lowest maintenance, Dana suggests succulents. “They don’t require much water and can be planted in squatty pots for a different look. They come in many shapes and colors. It’s fun to get creative with them. They are my favorite.”

“Some other less challenging choices for larger plants would be, once again, the snake plant, peace lily, ZZ plant, mass cane and dracaena.”

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Keeping houseplants healthy isn’t as difficult as it may seem, Dana says. “The biggest syndrome is too much love or overwatering. I find watering once a week is a good standard for most plants,” Dana advises. She suggests housing plants in containers with a drainage hole. “This will help deter a cesspool in the bottom, which can create fungal issues or root rot.” Plant owners should read the directions on each plant so they will know how much light the plant requires to thrive. “Houseplants need a variety of amounts of light, but none like direct light. Do your research,” she says. To keep plants happy and healthy, replant them every nine to 12 months with new soil in a new container that is two inches larger than their current container, Dana says. “Doing this will refresh the nutrient levels that have been flushed out and will remove the salts that are remnants of fertilizers.” The new container will allow the roots more room to grow. Always be on the lookout for signs of trouble. “Signs of distress include drooping leaves, brown spots, yellowing leaves, visual insects and webbings,” Dana says. Drooping and discolored leaves can indicate over or under watering. Brown spots can indicate sunburn or too much heat from a heating vent, as well. When in doubt, Dana suggests bringing a leaf sample or picture to Calloway’s and asking a staff member for advice. “We have numerous staff members that are Texas Certified Nursery Professionals that are very willing to share their knowledge,” she says. “We also have the products to help you be successful with your house plant projects.” Calloway’s is located at 2901 Long Prairie Road in Flower Mound. Visit Calloways.com for more information.

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These Activities Will Keep Young Minds Active During Their Time Off From School Spring break is upon us, and it’s time to have some fun! For those who are enjoying a staycation, we’ve compiled a list of fun adventures for kiddos to embark on to make this a memorable break. From exploring the great outdoors to learning a new skill, these activities offer something for everyone! Please note that some events are subject to cancellation so be sure to check the websites listed and register beforehand.

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LLELA Unplug @ Camp LLELA Spring Break Camp will be March 14-18. This highenergy outdoor adventure camp gives children the ability to run, jump, build and play throughout LLELA’s 2,500 acres. Ages 7-12 are welcome to attend specific days or the entire week. Call 972219-3550 or visit LLELA.org to register.

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Grapevine Parks & Recreation is offering many spring break camps March 14-18. Camps include DJ School, Cooking Basics, Hero vs. Super Villain Science and REC Camp. For more information, visit gograpevine.com/ grapevine-activities/camps/.

Fort Worth Zoo’s Spring Break Camp will be from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily March 14-18. Full-week and individual-day registration is available. The camp is open to children ages 5 to 10. For more information or to register, visit fortworthzoo. org/spring-break-camp.

Reserve a cabin at Twin Coves Park and enjoy a family campout! Twin Coves is located in Flower Mound on the north shore of Grapevine Lake and boasts 19 furnished cabins, plus RV slips and primitive tent camp sites. The park includes a camp store, playground, pavilions, volleyball court, disc golf course, nature trails, kayak rentals and much more. Visit twincovespark.com for more information.

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THE ICONIC DALLAS LANDMARK IS THE NEW HOME TO BELOVED NORTH TEXAS MARKET ARTICLE BY STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID HASBROUCK, CONTRIBUTED

Before my family moved to Flower Mound, the only knowledge I had of Dallas was gleaned from the classic television show that my mother, sister and I faithfully devoted our Friday nights to in the 1980s. We never missed a single scandalous episode. When my family moved here seven years ago, one of my top priorities was to visit the iconic Southfork Ranch in person, but we never got around to it. When I learned that the Third Monday Trade Days, previously held in McKinney, had been moved to Southfork, I knew I must make the trek. Third Monday Trade Days are the oldest and largest monthly trade day event in North Texas. The market dates back to the late 1800s and had been held one weekend a month in the same location in McKinney since the 1960s. But, after more than 60 years, the McKinney market sadly closed in December after owners Darrell and Karen Lewis announced their retirement. However, much to the delight of DFW residents, it was announced that the legendary market would resume in another location in January. And the new location is almost as legendary as the market itself. I jumped at the chance to visit Southfork and the new Trade Days location during its opening weekend, and it did not disappoint. More than 200 booths were set up just south of the famous mansion. The vendors were as varied as one’s imagination and included antiques, furniture, clothing, candles, honey, furniture, lawn decorations… You name it. Shop owners were friendly. The prices were reasonable. And the location was pure Dallas. I highly recommend visiting the new Southfork Third Monday Trade Days for an outing and shopping adventure. It is the perfect place to bring guests, as well, to give them a true “Dallas” experience. CONTINUED >

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LOCATION & PARKING

Southfork Ranch Third Monday Trade Days is located at 3700 Hogge Road in Parker, Texas. Enter gate 5 of the Southfork property and park in the field adjacent to the market. Parking attendants will direct you. Parking is free on Fridays and $10 per car on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Some of our favorite vendors included the wine barrel furniture artisan, Gabe’s East Texas Cedar Wood, handmade goat milk soaps by Lil Pookie Soaps and Warne Bee Farm’s honey. Those interested in becoming a vendor should email info@southforkranch.com.

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Though it’s called the “Third Monday Trade Days,” the market actually is held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on the third Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the month. The next market will be Friday, March 19-Sunday, March 21.

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THE HEART OF THE HOME ALISA POPELKA, FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL INTERIOR DESIGNER OF ALISA CRISTINE INTERIORS, BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO THIS INTEGRAL SPACE

The kitchen is known as the “heart of the home.” It’s where family and friends gather to make meals and memories. Creating a warm and welcoming kitchen can breathe new life into a home. Just ask Alisa Popelka, Founder and Principal Interior Designer of Alisa Cristine Interiors. “Home is the foundation of some of life’s most important experiences and memories,

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and the kitchen is typically a central gathering space where families share more than meals. It’s where they share joys, successes, disappointments and worries,” Alisa says. “I always want to create spaces around the way a family lives to elevate their everyday.” Alisa recently transformed this kitchen space from dark and dreary to bright and timeless.

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T HE UPDAT ES Alisa says her clients requested a blackand-white color scheme – otherwise known as a “tuxedo” kitchen. “Tuxedo kitchens have a timeless appeal and, if done correctly, can be a classic focal point and elevate any home,” she says. “Using brighter colors on the wall cabinets allows additional light reflection in the kitchen, which makes it appear more open and spacious, while the dark base cabinets help visually ground the space,” Alisa says. “This high-contrast color palette provides the perfect balance.” While white kitchens have long been a popular choice, Alisa advises, “Don’t be afraid to go bold! Paint can dramatically change a

room, and it’s also one of the easiest and most budget friendly ways to transform a space.” In addition to changing the color scheme of the kitchen, Alisa extended the wall cabinets to the ceiling to add visual appeal and storage. She also replaced the countertops, backsplash, lighting, hardware and flooring – completely transforming the space without changing the layout. “The intention was to design my clients’ dream kitchen while keeping the existing footprint of the space to help balance the overall budget,” Alisa says. “Creating a more functional kitchen design was also key by incorporating better and more useful storage solutions.”

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Existing dark cabinets were replaced with new cabinets in a tuxedo color pattern. Upper cabinets were extended to the ceiling.

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The microwave above the stove was replaced with a stunning, wood-trimmed range hood, adding warmth and texture to the space.

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New porcelain tile in a herringbone pattern replace the old ceramic tile floors.

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New recycled glass pendant lights over the kitchen island balance the space and don’t compete with the range hood focal point.

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New white marble-look quartz and polished ceramic tile backsplash brighten and update the kitchen.

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New classic brushed nickel hardware is durable and timeless.

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Accessories, like a red wool runner, a bowl of oranges and fresh greenery bring a pop of color to the neutral color palette. CONTINUED > MAR CH 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/C RO S ST I M BE R S

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Daphne Oz: Beautiful Evenings at Home Emmy-winning TV Host & NY Times Bestselling Author Shares her Dinner Hosting Favorites

Drawing on her Italian and Turkish heritage, this adventurous foodie loves to travel in her kitchen with bold, simple recipes that are equal parts nourishing and celebratory. A New York Times bestselling author of several books, including “The Happy Cook, Relish” and “The Dorm Room Diet,” her newest book, “Eat Your Heart Out: All-Fun, No-Fuss Food to Celebrate Eating Clean,” launches in April. In addition to “The Good Dish,” which launched January 2022 nationwide, she is thrilled to be the newest judge to join the cast of FOX’s “MasterChef Junior.” She is an Emmy Award-winning TV host, natural foods chef, wife and mama of four. A graduate of Princeton University, The Institute for Integrative Nutrition and the Natural Gourmet Institute, she is focused on innovation in food and beverage, beauty, wellness, fashion and media. We sat down with Daphne Oz to learn more about her journey to home entertainment.

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CITY LIFESTYLE: SHARE WITH US YOUR BACKGROUND AND THE INFLUENCE IT HAD ON YOUR JOURNEY TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY. DAPHNE OZ : I was born in Philly, raised in

New Jersey, and now my husband and our four kids and I live in Florida. I spend a few days each week working in NYC taping our new syndicated talk show, The Good Dish, covering everything delicious in daytime which is a dream job for an eater by nature, by calling and by choice—like I am. My mother’s family is part Italian and my father’s family is Turkish, and these two incredible food cultures inform so much of how I grew up eating and how I love to cook now. The vibrance of flavors, passion for gathering family and friends to the table, and effortless ways in which simple meals become beautiful memories are just some of the ways I try to infuse all my cooking with the joy of this heritage. I’ve been to culinary school, but every bite I take continues my education, and the foundation of my love of cooking started at my mother’s and grandmother’s elbows, watching and then helping them whip up these delicious, nourishing meals for their big families.

CL: WHAT ARE YOUR TIPS FOR HOSTING A MEMORABLE DINNER PARTY AT HOME? DO: When I entertain, my general approach

is: Abundant Simplicity. Appetizers are generous piles of a few different things – olives, hunks of parmesan, spiced nuts, torn bread with herby oil to dunk in, sliced Persian cucumbers with a pool of labne or Greek yogurt, olive oil, and flaky salt for dipping. I look for recipes that are simple or that I’ve made 100 times before that are always crowd pleasers and leave me plenty of time to enjoy my company. The whole point of a beautiful evening together is to make sure you, the host, are relaxed and comfortable, because your guests will take their cue from you. I always set a drink out that guests can help themselves to when they arrive, which frees my hands up to continue any final preparations and has the added benefit of helping them get comfortable and feel right at home. I love making edible centerpieces and will put tons of bowls and platters out in the center of the table spilling over with fresh produce or herbs in terracotta planters that guests can help themselves to. I enjoy colorful glasses, tons of gold candlesticks, and then handmade ceramic plates and pretty, linen napkins to keep it textural.

If you’re looking for a yummy signature cocktail, I’ve fallen in love with the Plume & Petal range of mid-proof premium infused vodkas. Each of their lemon, peach and cucumber flavors is naturally infused and layered with essences like white tea and elderflower and just a hint of honey for sweetness, so the taste is sophisticated and bespoke.

CL: WHAT INSPIRED YOUR NEWEST COOKBOOK AND WHAT CAN WE GET EXCITED ABOUT? DO: In “Eat Your Heart Out: All-Fun, No-Fuss

Food To Celebrate Eating Clean” I share the techniques I’ve used to get my mind, energy and body back on track after each pregnancy or anytime I’ve needed to reboot good habits—without ever losing the joy of cooking, the fun of mealtime and the stress-free pleasure of doing it intuitively. “Eat Your Heart Out” is a collection of 150 recipes free from gluten and refined sugar that have consistently helped me lose weight without ever disappointing my demanding tastebuds—or making healthy eating feel like a job I don’t need or want.

CL: IN ADDITION TO YOUR COOKBOOK, WHAT ARE SOME HOUSE-WARMING OR DINNER HOST GIFT SUGGESTIONS? DO: I find a little gift basket of some of my favor-

ite seasoning essentials goes a long way and feels personal and unique. I’ll add things like a favorite herbal tea like the Plain- Rooibos Passionfruit, some delicious Kosterina or Fancy Peasant olive oil, Westbourne Togarashi Crunch (such as an incredible saltycrispy pairing with buttery togarashi spiced chex cereal, toasty nuts, and a little bit of sweet to balance the spice! It’s the perfect bar snack FYI), Daphnis & Chloe herbs and spices (love their quality and pretty glass jars!), Gjelina Honey Trio, Maldon Flaky Smoked Sea Salt, Primo Botanica Tree Hugger Chaga Chocolate, Olive & Linen Turkish Hand Towels…the list goes on and on! With more than 670k Instagram followers, Daphne Oz is an Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times-bestselling author, chef, and entrepreneur focused on innovation in food and beverage, beauty, wellness, fashion and media. You can find and watch Daphne prepare her recipes on Instagram at @daphneoz and www.daphneoz.com.

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MARCH 2022

events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

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Second Annual Bill DeBerry Memorial Clay Shoot

FOS S IL POIN TE S PORTIN G G RO UNDS | 8 :0 0 A M The Second Annual Bill DeBerry Memorial Clay Shoot will begin at 8 a.m. Friday, March 4, at Fossil Pointe Sporting Grounds. All proceeds will benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas. For Tickets, visit cacnorthtexas.org/events .

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Night Hike

LLELA | 6:00 PM Join LLELA trail guides as they lead a twilight stroll. Enjoy the sounds of howling coyotes, hooting owls and other nocturnal animals. Ages 5 and older. Visit llela.org to register.

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First Saturday Nature Walk

LLELA | 10:00 AM Visit LLELA for its monthly naturalist-led nature walk. The hike lasts about two hours, and all ages are welcome. Visit llela.org to register.

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Flower Mound Farmers Market

PA RKER S QUAR E | 10:00 AM The Flower Mound Farmers Market is held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. each Sunday in Parker Square. For a list of vendors, visit fourseasonsmarkets.com/events .

Blackbox Songwriter Series: Jason Eady

LEWIS VILLE G R AN D THEATER | 8 :0 0 P M Lewisville Grand Theater’s Black Box Songwriter Series will feature Jason Eady at 8 p.m. Friday, March 11. For ticket information, visit lewisvillegrand.com .

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Plant & Seed Swap

LEWIS VILLE PUBLIC LIBR ARY | 2:30 P M Bring your plant cuttings, seeds or houseplants to swap and meet other plant enthusiasts and gardeners from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, March 11, and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 12.

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Texas Tunes: Cory Morrow

LEW IS VILLE G R AN D THEATE R | 8 :0 0 P M Lewisville Grand Theater’s Texas Tunes series features Cory Morrow at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 19. For ticket information, visit lewisvillegrand.com .

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Luck of the Irish 5K

LIS D AQUATIC CEN TER | 8:0 0 A M The Luck of the Irish Triathlon, Run-Bike-Run & 5K will begin at 8 a.m. Sunday, March 20. For tickets, visit playtri.com/all-races/luckoftheirishtriathlon2022 .

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Lewisville Lake Symphony featuring Nathan Ryland

LEW IS VILLE G R AN D THEATE R | 7 :30 P M Pianist Nathan Ryland will perform with the Lewisville Lake Symphony at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 25. For ticket information, visit lewisvillesymphony.org .

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Journey To Dream Honored ARTICLE BY STEPHANIE HASBROUCK | PHOTOGRAPHY BY NIKKI DODGE PHOTOGRAPHY

LOCAL ORGANIZATION RECEIVES INAUGURAL ATRIA IMPACT AWARD

Journey to Dream recently received the inaugural Atria Impact Award in recognition of the organization’s outstanding work in the community. Shelly Dodge, Financial Advisor and owner of Visionary Financial Group, nominated the organization, which helps at-risk and homeless teenagers in the community. The award was created to celebrate local charities in which financial advisors and employees of Shelly’s brokerage firm are involved. “The Impact Award is dedicated to amplifying the charitable work of financial professionals and employees throughout the Atria family,” Shelly says. “Impact allows Atria to acknowledge the meaningful work between a local non-profit and the financial advisor to expand the charity’s reach by making a contribution to the organization on behalf of the financial advisor.” Four charities were selected to receive $5,000 each. Three were nominated by the company’s financial advisors, and one was nominated by its employees. “For this first year, out of the 2,500 financial advisors and 500 employees, there were 143 charities nominated with four winners being selected in a blind nomination process,” Shelly says. Journey to Dream was one of the four winners. Journey to Dream’s mission is to empower, equip and embrace victimized, at-risk and homeless teens to overcome adversity and homelessness through education, life skills and positive experiences.

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Journey to Dream impacts the lives of more than 15,000 teenagers each year through its housing programs, school assemblies, support groups, RESET forums, community outreach and supportive resources. Shelly says the organization holds a special place in her heart for many reasons. She has chaired galas, served on the board and is a founding donor of Kyle’s Place, Denton County’s only homeless teen shelter. In addition, during Shelly’s leadership as President of the Cross Timbers Rotary Club, Journey to Dream was awarded a grant to update Kyle’s Place. For more information on Journey to Dream, visit journeytodream.com. For more information about Visionary Financial Group, visit visionaryfinancialgroup.com.

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