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WHAT A GREAT ISSUE TO LEAD INTO OUR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY IN DECEMBER.
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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021
FEATURES 22 Gathering in Style Do you prefer a modern or traditional table as you gather for Thanksgiving?
26 Protecting and Growing “Perpetual Wealth” Building safe, secure wealth to last for generations takes attention and expertise.
30 Let’s Talk Turkey Our friends at Firebird Fowl share their tips and tricks for a gobbling-good turkey!
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34 Growing in Gratitude This list of reads can help guide you as you strive to be more thankful.
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Local Experiences
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Giving Back
22 Inspired By 26 Financial Buzz 30 Culinary Creations 34 Page Turners 38 Trend Setter 40 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Healthy Lifestyle
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Wipe Out Kids Cancer Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer (WOKC) founder Cindy Brinker Simmons recently hosted a tea in her home honoring the WOKC Guild and gave insight into her founding WOKC, the future of the Guild and the opportunity to help with Warrior Baskets (Warriors are children with cancer) as gifts to these very special children. Wokc.org PHOTO CREDIT: DANY CAMPBELL
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1. Cindy Brinker Simmons, Founder, WOKC; Aashik Khakoo, CEO, WOKC; Regina Bruce | 2. Carol Johnson, Sarah Koldyke | 3. Jennie Gilchrist, Karisti Julia, Jo Alch | 4. Lucy Higginbotham | 5. Jo Tiller, Fran Cashen, Connie Yates, Guild President | 6. Holly Scurry, Marilyn Ellis, Tammy Harkins
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Rainbow Days Pot of Gold Luncheon Rainbow Days recently hosted its 24th annual Pot of Gold Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The featured speaker was former at-risk foster kid turned youth advocate, author Josh Shipp. Approximately 500 supporters and guests gathered to raise a grand total of $232,185 for Rainbow Days through sponsorships, auction bidding, donations, individual seats and virtual livestream ticket sales. RainbowDays.org PHOTO CREDIT: ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
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AROUND TOWN Bacon, Barbeque, Burger, Chef, Chili, Dessert, Recipe, Sandwich, Soup, and Steak. Outside of its Kitchen Arena, WFC has 20+ tasting experiences for foodies of all ages, including an opportunity to judge some of the event’s 8,000 competition dishes. WorldFoodChampionships.com
ZOO TO DO: RETURN TO THE WILD Dallas Zoo Saturday, November 6 Stroll through the award-winning Giants of the Savanna habitat, sample exquisite dishes from more than a dozen of Dallas’s premier chefs and restaurants, and enjoy up-close interactive animal demonstrations and musical entertainment.
GOLF CLASSIC COWBOYS GOLF CLUB NOVEMBER 3 The charity golf outing will feature special guest John Wayne Walding and consist of 80+ golfers
Following dinner, guests will move to the Wilds of Africa Plaza for a live auction featuring rare Zoo experiences, travel and more! Finally, partygoers will dance the night away to music from Manhattan. DallasZoo.com
and includes a raffle. Check-in at 8:00 am; shotgun-scramble promptly at 10:00 am, and lunch will be served along with prizes and awards for the winners. Event cost is $750 per golfer or $2,500 per team. The money raised will go to provide screenings, assessments, and outpatient services for addiction and substance use disorder, counseling for veterans and their families, and prevention education for at-risk children and youth. RecoveryCouncil.org
AN EVENING WITH THE BEST OF BROADWAY FEATURING HAMILTON Saturday, November 20 Music Hall at Fair Park Hosted by co-chairs Sara Lee and Stan Gardner and Cindy and Scott Collier, the black tie evening will include a pre-show cocktail reception, fullcourse dinner, VIP tickets to the performance of HAMILTON, post-show party, and presentation of
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LOCAL EXPERIENCES
THANKFUL THIS MONTH, WE CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING, A TIME TO REMIND OURSELVES OF THE BOUNTIFUL BLESSINGS WE HAVE IN OUR LIVES. November is an opportunity to spend time with the ones we love during this holiday season and give more of ourselves to those around us.
CAFÉ CRAWL + Halcyon is a coffeehouse by day, bar & lounge by night. Find your own personal “halcyon” - i.e. a period of time that was happy and peaceful! 2900 Greenville Ave Dallas, TX + Drip Coffee roasts coffee Mon-Sat to ensure a fresh collection throughout the week. They describe themselves as a traditional coffee shop with traditional options. 4343 Lovers Ln Dallas, TX + Houndstooth started as an affinity for coffee and coffee shop culture and has grown into a locally-owned business that seeks to be an integral pattern in the fabric of the Texas coffee community. 1900 N Henderson Ave Dallas, TX + Merit Coffee has a second location in Highland Park, and is known for "respecting the coffee ritual." Sip in-store or pick up a bag for home. 4228 Oak Lawn Ave Dallas, TX + At Ascension, they believe that we all have a basic human need for community, now more than ever. Visit for coffee, food, wine - all in an inviting atmosphere. 200 Crescent Ct Ste 40 Dallas, TX 16
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THANKSGIVING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES + Genesis Women's Shelter & Support's mission is to provide safety, shelter and support for women who have experienced domestic violence and to raise awareness. 3419 Knight St Dallas, TX + Dallas Habitat for Humanity transforms families and revitalizes neighborhoods through affordable homeownership opportunities, financial education, advocacy efforts, and neighborhood empowerment programs, Dallas Habitat 10242 Shayna Dr Dallas, TX + The Ronald McDonald House Of Dallas' programs help alleviate some financial burdens for families with sick children, saving families nearly $443 million in hotel and meal expenses. 4707 Bengal St Dallas, TX + Bryan's House is a local IMPACT agency developing progressive and accessible pathways to inclusion for at-risk children with special needs across North Texas. 3610 Pipestone Rd Dallas, TX
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+ Incarnation House offers a safe place for at-risk teens in Dallas to come after school to build relationships, receive a good meal and have access to essential services. 4061 N Central EXPy Dallas, TX
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GIVING BACK
THESE DALLAS GIFTS WILL MAKE YOUR RECIPIENT’S DAY WHILE SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY AROUND YOU.
gifts that give back
WHAT’S BETTER THAN GIVING A THOUGHTFUL GIFT TO SOMEONE YOU LOVE? Knowing that your gift is helping and supporting others at the same time. These six gifts that you can find locally do just that — when one of them is purchased, that company donates proceeds or gives the same item to people in need. Giving back is always a worthy endeavor, and these gifts help you do that.
PRANA AT WHOLE EARTH PROVISION CO. BRONZE SCULPTURE BY JENNIFER TROICE
For some brands, giving back is a way of life, woven into their DNA. That’s the case for sustainable clothing company
created thousands of pieces, ranging from small whimsical
prAna, which aims to positively impact the environment,
hands and figures to intricate animals to statement pieces in
climate, worker conditions, and more through ethical prac-
public parks. No matter the inspiration, her stunning geomet-
tices and social responsibility. Mockingbird mainstay Whole
ric sculptures make excellent gifts — and Troice donates a
Earth Provision Co. carries a variety of prAna items for men
portion of all sales to the National Breast Cancer Foundation,
and women like hats, scarves, and jackets, all perfect for the
so your gift supports a good cause, too. jennifertroice.com.
outdoors-lover in your life. Gifting prAna lets you give back to the environment. prana.com, wholeearthprovision.com.
WARBY PARKER The trendy glasses and sunglasses brand isn’t a local
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company, but there are several stores in the Dallas area,
Dallas is teeming with great coffee shops, but not all
which means buying a new pair of stylish tortoise shell or
of them donate a portion of their sales to local nonprof-
mod blue frames as a gift is a no-brainer. And when you
its — but Union Coffee in Uptown does. The nonprofits
buy a pair for your family member or friend, you give a
Union has helped since 2012 include North Texas Food
pair to someone in the world who needs glasses but can’t
Bank, Capes 4 Kids, North Texas Tornado Relief, Mustang
afford them — part of Warby Parker’s Buy a Pair, Give a
Heroes, and more. The coffee shop also donates thou-
Pair program that has helped people see and live better
sands of dollars to help Dallas’ homeless community.
in more than 50 countries. warbyparker.com.
When you buy your coffee-loving friend a Union gift card, you’re not only giving the gift of delicious coffee — you’re
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giving Dallasites in need a second chance. uniondallas.org.
Café Momentum, a restaurant in downtown Dallas, doesn’t just donate money or items. Their entire mission
COTOPAXI AT AJ VAGABONDS
since opening in 2015 is about giving back to the local
Cotopaxi makes bright, colorful outdoor gear and apparel
community. Chad Houser founded the restaurant as a
that’s as cheerful as it is functional. But the company also
way to employ and give justice-involved youth coming
gives a percentage of its annual revenue to its foundation,
out of juvenile detention a healthy and productive outlet
which works to help alleviate global poverty, as well as
where they can be equipped with “life skills, education,
awards grants — 42 to date — to poverty-focused nonprof-
and employment opportunities to help them achieve their
its. Boutique AJ Vagabonds in Bishop Arts carries Cotopaxi
full potential.” When you buy a gift card to Café Momentum or
backpacks, so gifting one of these beautifully streamlined
a gift item from the retail store, you’re helping transform lives
packs means you’re also helping break the poverty cycle,
and your community. cafemomentum.org.
one adventure at a time. cotopaxi.com, ajvagabonds.com.
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ARTICLE CHRISTIANA NIELSON
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G AT H E R I N G I N S T Y L E DO YOU PREFER A MODERN OR TRADITIONAL TABLE AS YOU GATHER WITH LOVED ONES FOR THANKSGIVING?
AS WE BEGIN THE HOLIDAY SEASON, WE ALL START PLANNING A THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION. This looks different for everyone! You might celebrate with friends, or maybe your table is surrounded by family. Perhaps this year, your meal will just be you and your partner - we all know things have been strange lately. All of these celebrations embrace the special tradition of giving thanks together. And all these celebrations have their own decor and aesthetic. We have 22
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gathered inspiration for your table this year - which is your autumnal vibe? Do you bring out the family heirloom china and glassware? A mismatched table can give off a fun and casual vibe for parties with friends. Every table benefits from natural materials. Collect gourds of all shapes and sizes, candles in colors that match the fall foliage. Mums are a wonderful choice for seasonal flowers that bring color to the table, and you can’t forget a traditional cornucopia. Linens give off a more formal vibe,
but a burlap runner can exude a rustic feeling. Another option is letting the kids get involved with crafts that can be placed on the table or used as name settings. Hey - maybe your table has paper plates and plasticware so that you can get back to the football game quickly! Whatever the case may be, enjoy your gatherings of gratitude this year.
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FINANCIAL BUZZ
Protecting and growing
“Perpetual Wealth” BUILDING SAFE, SECURE WEALTH TO LAST FOR GENERATIONS TAKES ATTENTION AND EXPERTISE. THAT’S WHERE GTED’S DAVE GILLESPIE COMES IN.
SPEND FIVE MINUTES WITH DAVE GILLESPIE AND YOU’LL GET A DEFINITIVE SENSE OF HIS HIGH LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE, ENTHUSIASM, AND THOUGHTFULNESS, ALL ROLLED INTO ONE IMPRESSIVE PACKAGE. That’s who he is, and what’s driven him for his entire career. For over 40 years, in varying vital roles, Gillespie has successfully helped wealthy individuals and families navigate and build wealth on their most important financial journeys. But the Texas financial sage’s mission is about much more than just money. Over the course of his long career, he’s worked with a variety of powerful companies and celebrated Texas luminaries in roles including president, CFO and more (see his website, GTEDllc.com, and his LinkedIn profile athttps:// www.linkedin.com/in/davegillespiealedotexas/ for specifics). While Gillespie has worked successfully with some of the Park Cities’ famous faces to maximize and protect their wealth, his talents transcend that. When it comes to his distinctive belief system, the company’s unique name sets an overarching tone. “I believe in thankfulness,” he explains. “I believe that’s what life is … in my office I have a big GTED on the wall for a simple, but powerful statement: “Give Thanks Every Day.” It serves as the company’s North
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“I stand for helpi ng i nd iv idua ls and mu lti-generationa l fam i l ies opti m ize thei r wea lth as wel l as bu i ld a family’s cohesiveness. These are key elements i n developi ng smart strategies that can gu ide fam i l ies for years to come.” CONTINUED >
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Star of sorts, a vital guiding principle for Gillespie’s approach in and out of the office. His niche may be described in terms of a “best fit” in working with medium or upper-level families, or individuals. “Most of them already have a financial advisor. However generally speaking they tend to think ‘inside-in-the-box,’” he says. “I work with their financial and tax advisors, and CPAs, not to replace them, but to bring fresh ideas, and “beyond-the-box” thinking on how they can better optimize and protect money. I’m not a financial advisor. What I am is a confident, experienced person who brings additional knowledge and very good ideas to the table.” For people in the Park Cities looking at the changing current tax regime -- whether it’s land, a business, stock, or cryptocurrency portfolios, “I can help them keep much higher percentages of their cash. That’s a tremendous offer, especially nowadays. He often asks: “How would you like a way to structure your assets so that when you sell them, you keep more of your money?” which is an essential element of GTED and Gillespie’s expertise. Success for his clients may result in significantly more after-tax cash from big asset sales subject to capital gains taxes, selling a company or real estate, and improving retirement funds such as 401Ks, including some tax-free proceeds for heirs. Gillespie is not about being the same old “guy down the street, or simply a custodian of your money,” he explains. “I stand for helping individuals and multi-generational families optimize their wealth as well as build a family’s cohesiveness. These are key elements in developing smart strategies that can guide families for years to come.” In his signature candid style, Gillespie admits he’s never quite found just the right words to describe some of the quintessential intangibles he brings to clients. “The same way I’ve worked for this wealthy person, or that wealthy person … the same way that I worked as CFO, and advisor, and a managing partner to optimize wealth … I want to do the same things for lots of other people too,” he says. Back to GTED, the bedrock of Gillespie’s business. “On our kitchen counter, a sign reads: “Give Thanks Every Day.” “If you are thankful, life is happier and more successful.” 28
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CULINARY CREATIONS
let ’s ta l k t u rkey ARTICLE KATIE BEVAN
UPTOWN HAS A NEW RESTAURANT THAT FOCUSES ON “BRANCH TO TABLE” - BET YOU’VE
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BEFORE! David Taylor and Tim Summers brought their new concept, Firebird Fowl, to the market after originally wanting to start a Nashville hot chicken project. With With an influx of these in Dallas throughout the pandemic, they pivoted to a fowl-forward menu that provides lean and healthy proteins you might not have tried elsewhere. Now they aren’t pigeon-holed into one type of poultry. (The bird puns really write themselves!) “I’ve always wanted to do a turkey restaurant,” says David. “We just ended up making so many different recipes because it was fun to create things that we wanted to try. We’re very proud of our menu.” The menu features turkey and chicken, but also exotic options like emu and ostrich in approachable ways such as their emu fajitas. Here’s a look at how the experts at Firebird Fowl recommend cooking your turkey this year: We are bird crazy and have tried so many recipes and cooking methods when it comes to poultry, but we have found that sometimes the simple things are the best in life. We traditionally try to rotisserie our chickens and turkeys, but for Thanksgiving, we love deep frying turkeys for a few reasons; it is fast and creates a crispy skin that is probably one of the best flavors that turkey can yield. In less than an hour, you can create the perfect meal for your family and friends that is not only delicious but easier than you thought possible.
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OUR FRIENDS AT FIREBIRD FOWL SHARE THEIR TIPS AND TRICKS FOR A GOBBLING-GOOD TURKEY!
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We have prepared a few basic tips and tricks on frying your whole turkey so that you can create your own spicy fowl this Thanksgiving that will make your guests beg for more!
INJECTING THE TURKEY. We recommend adding flavor and moisture to your turkey by injecting it with an injection liquid that you can buy from our Firebird Fowl restaurant or find at a local grocery store. You will need about one ounce of injection liquid for every pound of turkey, and we recommend an injector or syringe that you can find in restaurant supply stores. You can inject the seasoning up to a day before you drop the bird in oil, but we recommend a few hours before you do it so that the flavor is at its best! + A 15-17 lb turkey is the perfect size for most family-style groups. The size will dictate the cooking time, but all of this can be done within the hour at this size. + Peanut oil provides the right crispness and texture. Make sure that the turkey has about 2 to 3 inches above the oil to get great exposure. + Ensure the turkey is completely dry and defrosted before you put it in the pot or it will take much longer and could cause injuries by the oil splashing on the skin. + Check on the turkey every 15 minutes to make sure that it is cooking properly. Now for the fun! Follow these instructions for a turkey that will make your guests drool with envy. 1. Heat your oil to 375°F, then turn off the burner. 2. Hold the turkey breast down with the legs up. 3. Slowly lower the turkey until it’s covered with oil, and then return the oil back to a heat of 375°F. Maintain this temperature while the turkey is frying. 4. Fry the turkey for 4 minutes per pound. 5. We recommend that the turkey maintains a temperature of 165°F. 6. Let the turkey rest for around 30 minutes before carving it, tenting it with foil to hold heat in. 32
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Growing in Gratitude CHECK OUT THIS LIST OF READS THAT CAN HELP GUIDE YOU AS YOU STRIVE TO BE MORE THANKFUL.
01 1) THANKS A THOUSAND: A GRATITUDE JOURNEY; A.J JACOBS The journey begins when the author decided to thank every single person involved in producing his morning cup of coffee. He soon realizes that many things in our lives wouldn’t be possible without a number of people. By thanking them face to face, A.J. Jacobs finds some much-needed brightness in his life. He provides insights and useful tips, such as how to focus on what goes right every day instead of those that go wrong and how to practice
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the art of “savoring meditation.” The book teaches how gratitude can make our lives happier, kinder, and more impactful.
IT CAN BE VERY EASY TO GET CAUGHT UP IN
2) THE GRATITUDE DIARIES: HOW A YEAR LOOKING ON THE
OUR OWN LITTLE WORLDS. Day-to-day, we all
BRIGHT SIDE CAN TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE; JANICE KAPLAN
have a lot going on, whether it be work or family or
This New York Times bestselling book details one woman’s efforts
even just grocery shopping! During this time of year,
to keep her New Year’s resolution of being more grateful and opti-
we all have a moment to stop and reflect on our lives.
mistic. Janice Kaplan, a journalist, weaves academic research and
Here are a handful of books that can help you gain
evidence-based findings in with her own personal journey to present
some new perspective.
readers with an excellent reason to give gratitude a shot. This book is an excellent choice for more casual readers interested in gratitude, as the tone is informal and accessible, but it also presents a message that everyone can benefit from receiving.
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3) THANKS! HOW THE NEW SCIENCE OF GRATITUDE CAN MAKE YOU HAPPIER; ROBERT EMMONS As a proponent of the field of positive psychology, the author offers a close-up study of the positive influence on people’s lives of the systematic cultivation of gratitude, explaining how the practice of grateful thinking can increase one’s chances for happiness and help one cope more effectively with stress, recover more quickly from illness, enjoy better physical health, improve relationships, and other benefits.
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5) GRATITUDE; OLIVER SACKS Oliver Sacks, a prolific author and respected neurologist, was also a thoughtful and generous person who exuded a bright-eyed wonder and gratitude for life. He announced that he had been diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2015 with an essay in The New York Times. This book, a series of four essays, is an ode to life, to love, to mortality, and to the unique pleasures and challenges that accompany being human.
4) ATTITUDES OF GRATITUDE: HOW TO GIVE AND RECEIVE JOY EVERY DAY OF YOUR LIFE; M. J. RYAN This book selection is a collection of thought-provoking essays that teach you how to discover and distill a sense of gratitude in every aspect of our lives. It includes practical suggestions to enable readers to unlock the fullness of life. CityLifestyle.com/ParkCities
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TREND SETTER BEN HIGGINS TALKS COFFEE, HOPE & HUMANITY, AND WHAT IT MEANS TO BE THANKFUL
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PROBABLY BEST KNOWN FOR BEING LEAD #20 IN THE BACHELOR, THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO BEN HIGGINS THAN BEING ONE OF AMERICA’S REALITY TV SWEETHEARTS, SUCH AS HIS DEEP PASSION FOR MAKING MOVES TO “MULTIPLY GOOD IN THE WORLD.” Since his time on The Bachelor, Ben has taken the opportunity to use his fame to create not one, but two inspiring podcasts, publish a successful autobiography, while also elevating awareness of his “for-purpose” Generous Coffee brand. CL: HOW DID GENEROUS COFFEE BEGIN? BH: We launched in January of 2018. When I was 15 years old I went to Central America; our hearts were broken and eyes were opened to the lack of strategy behind non-profit work. My buddy on that trip started a non-profit called Humanity & Hope United Foundation. We ask people within these communities, how can we help? The goal was a partnership to help them increase their education programs, their healthcare, but be led by them. When the show [The Bachelor] happened,
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our fundraising increased 500%, but we knew that it wasn’t going to last. We asked ourselves
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NOVEMBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
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curated exhibitions and innovative
of their new cookbook and get it
programming
lively
signed by participating chefs. Visit
DINE BY DESIGN: IT’S ALL ON THE TABLE
conversations and close looking in
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a robust and rapidly growing arts
Dallas24hourclub.org
encourage
community. Dallasartfair.com
Galleria Dallas
For decades, women were ‘judged’ by the beautiful tables they set. Today, the women of the Northwood Woman’s
Club
are
celebrating
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become. Admire two dozen tables-
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important names in North Texas
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design. Tickets are $10 per person.
display presented by the Junior
The event is open Tuesday through
League
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work completed by residents with
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dementia at Fowler Communities through
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12-14 DALLAS ART FAIR
CHEF SIGNING FOR DALLAS 24 HOUR CLUB COOKBOOK
In the heart of the downtown arts
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collectors,
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November to promote awareness of
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international galleries. Thoughtfully
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meditate on this. BRINGING ATTENTION TO INTENTIONS WHO WOULDN’T WANT THE ABILITY TO WIPE AWAY STRESS AND GAIN FOCUS? How about cultivating gratitude and changing your perspective? Meditation is a state of thoughtless awareness and with practice changes your mind. Research supports there are benefits to meditation, including a sense of calm, peace, and balance which can be valuable to both your emotional well-being and your overall health. We spoke with Dr. Gunjan Kant who has been practicing a specific type of meditation for over 25 years. She is a volunteer and leads Sahaja Yoga Meditation and believes it is a practice that can empower every human being to live life to their full potential. Rooted in ancient spiritual knowledge, the technique teaches you how to identify your positive strengths and use them to overcome your negatives. We are complex beings with love, compassion, anger, jealousy, generosity, greed, creativity, and a lot more. The positives in you are a result of healthy balanced chakras and the negatives are a result of imbalances in these chakras. You have the power to accentuate the positives and abate the negatives.
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express the desire. Place your right hand on your heart and express the desire to meditate.
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forgive and let go. Take your right hand on your forehead to forgive and let go.
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feel connected. Take your right hand to the top of your head and feel the connection.
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