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Rod Patten | rod.patten@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

Some of our greatest blessings are associated with home. It is the safe place we come to at the end of the day. It is the place we raise our kids, host our friends and family, celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, recap successes and failures. Many of us now also work from home (at least part-time), making these spaces the heart of nearly every part of our lives. In this issue, we feature some ways you can make that special place the talk of the town and worthy of all future celebrations. Check out the amazing craftsmanship of T&T Custom Trim. No one pays more attention to interior details and finish work than Todd Taylor and his team. If outdoor entertainment is on the calendar this year, get with AquaTerra to create the fantasy outdoor space that will be the envy of all your friends and neighbors as well as a magical place for your family to enjoy every day. I am also excited to share that we have a new editor, Emily Laskowski. She brings 10 years of regional and city magazine experience to the Park Cities Lifestyle team. She and her husband, Scott Williams, both native Texans, have lived in Dallas for the past 5 years and are the proud parents of two little boys. As a writer and editor, Emily has covered everything from real estate to new restaurants, local celebrities, shopping trends, and more, and loves all the exciting things happening here in the Park Cities. I know you will enjoy her insights and we are truly blessed to add her to the home team here at this publication. Enjoy the March Home issue of Park Cities Lifestyle! R O D PAT T E N , P U B L I S H E R @PA RKCITIE SLIFE S T Y LE

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inside the issue The Home Issue

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18 Attention to Detail

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Local Experiences

Home Update

Open House

How To A RTS

Expert Help R EA L

Decor Trends

Hosting Tips

Events

For decades, T&T Custom Trim has defined perfection in finish carpentry work.

24 Outdoor Living Spaces

Locally based AquaTerra designs the best in landscaping, pools, and unforgettable outdoor living spaces.

34 Real Estate Update

Find out what to expect if you’re a buyer or seller in the Park Cities.

38 Get The Look

There’s no shortage of design inspiration for home décor in 2022.

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Photography: Jimi Smith Since opening in 2007, AquaTerra Outdoors has offered uncompromising outdoor environments to discriminating clients in the Park Cities. See more AquaTerra projects at aquaterraoutdoors.com.

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1: Myka Kuzenski, Brandi Redmond, Stephonie Hollman attend the 2021 Annual Folds of Honor gala. 2: Stephen and Katrina Bradford hosted supporters of Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer. 3: Michael and Melanie Mills with Kate and Charlie Click at Clayton Dabney Happy Hour. 4: Grammy Award-winning songwriter Damon Sharpe performs at Hope Supply Co.’s 6th Annual “Supply Hope!” event. 5: Guitarist Shayne Green entertained supporters of Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer. 6: Clayton Kershaw auctions off Brad Paisley’s cowboy hat at namesake Challenge Benefit concert. 7: Laura Williamson presents a gift to Katie Dixon at Northwood Woman’s Club’s Dine by Design luncheon.

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8: Brad Paisley performs at Clayton & Ellen Kershaw’s 7th Annual Kershaw’s Challenge Benefit concert. 9: Neda Gharemani, Shiva Gharemani, Adie Gonzalez, Eli Sokhn, Sharzade Kamouei, Nikolta Plavsic at Supply Hope! 10: Biddie and Lee Roy Jordan with Melanie and David Jordan at AWARE Affair gala announcement party. 11: Dallas Service Forum President Julie Crowley announces a name change to Dallas Service Forum. 12: The Village Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation donated $260,000 to nonprofits supporting African Americans. 13: Gala Chair Mari Epperson reveals details for April’s 2022 AWARE Affair Gala. 14: The Dallas Arboretum honored Luci Baines Johnson at Great Contributors Dinner this past November.

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Home Decor & Design THE INTER IOR : Transform your home with full-service design options ranging from upholstery to rug cleaning to window treatments. 7807 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX PAPER GEENIUS: This female-founded online party boutique started out as a stationery store but now offers an assortment of party décor and a full-service balloon bar. 900 South Harwood Street, Dallas, TX CAR LYN R AY DESIGNS: Connect with the beauty of glass through installations and creations from this Dallas-based glass artist. 1820 Irving Boulevard, Dallas, TX CLAIR E R ATHBUN FLOR AL: High-end florals for a cause: 10 percent of profits are donated to benefit the homeless students of the Dallas Independent School District. BIG MANGO TR ADING: Peruse an eclectic and one-of-a-kind selection of home and garden treasures imported from Southeast Asia. 1130 N Riverfront Blvd. Dallas, TX

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FOR DECADES, T&T CUSTOM TRIM HAS DEFINED PERFECTION IN FINISH CARPENTRY WORK.

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Detail matters. It signals a thoroughness in work through a deep concern for all the areas involved, no matter how large or small the project may be. The ability to organize time and resources efficiently, listen carefully, and bring qualitative assurances to every job can dramatically differentiate companies, especially when it comes to the meticulousness required for finish carpentry. The best finish carpenters are detaildriven professionals. Superior build-out can’t happen without them because they make certain everything from doors to windows works properly, interior trim and millwork are exact, and baseboards, railings on stairs, crown molding, cabinetry, built-in furniture, and important wood details are all perfect. With more than four decades of experience in custom homes and commercial businesses, T&T Custom Trim is recognized as an industry leader utilizing the latest trends, designs, and innovations, dedicated to customer satisfaction while bringing creativity and originality to every project. Owner Todd Taylor founded his company in a Houston suburb before moving to North Texas in 1985. “I spent my summers in high school visiting construction sites to learn as much as possible in each field,” Taylor says. His early training was fundamental. It provided valuable hands-on experience at a young age that set a tone for his lengthy, dynamic career. Nowadays, Taylor’s commercial projects are diverse, including contemporary senior living, nursing, and memory care facilities as well as office parks, trendy hotels, and popular retail spaces. And his residential projects are breathtaking. Whether its reconfiguring a home theater, building a custom wine cellar, or updating 30-foot ceiling beams in the family room, the results are always memorable. And T&T’s work in Highland Park, University Park, Preston Hollow, and other Dallas luxury neighborhoods is in demand. “Many of the Park Cities jobs involve ‘face lifts’ that add value and provide an additional custom feel to the existing beauty of established homes,” Taylor says. Custom stairs installation, handcrafted mantels, bookcases, entertainment centers, custom-made sliding barn doors, hearty wooden beams, and hand-scraped floors are all T&T Trim specialties, perfected over decades in the business and executed in a stress-free fashion. Picking the right materials for a home is critical, particularly when it comes to molding, unique wood surfacing on walls and ceilings, and special touches—a company specialty. While the majority of the work occurs in the DFW area, T&T Custom Trim has resources to reach beyond North Texas. Over the course of his career, Taylor has built relationships with various builders and superintendents, creating important strategic alliances that have lasted years. His clients would say that he values quality over profits, is warm and collaborative, flexible regarding changes during the construction process, and stays on the lookout for ways to add uniqueness to each project. Early on, Taylor grew the business by making rounds

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to new communities, meeting with the construction managers, and selling his company. He was known to make a deal with the managers to give his company one home to trim at their price— and if they weren’t happy with the work, they didn’t have to pay him. “I used that technique to generate more and more contracts, because every single builder that was looking for a trim company and gave us an opportunity awarded T&T Custom Trim contracts due to the fact that they were pleased with our work,” Taylor says. Taylor also enjoys the challenge of new projects that others may shy away from due to various degrees of difficulty, always focused on professionalism, quality of materials, punctuality, flexibility during the construction process, and above all, customer satisfaction. With the encouragement of his wife, Anna, T&T Custom Trim continued to grow and flourish. “She’s always

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our support and biggest cheerleader,” Taylor says. His son Travis is part of the team, too, working alongside his dad and helping his parents improve the company. “He’s eager to continue the family businesses’ positive legacy and reputation,” Taylor adds. As for his current status, Taylor says he attributes 100 percent of the company’s recent growth to marketing director (and future daughter-in-law) Laura Arnold. “Laura and Travis have helped us grow exponentially, capably expanding the brand with plans on expanding the company in size and reach,” he says. “And as long as our quality, attention to detail, and family-oriented style stay in place, I’m happy.” Check out the company website at tandttrimtx.com for samples of their outstanding work, client comments, and more.

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The Park Cities is well known for striking landscaping and elegant outdoor living. From family gatherings during fall football season to al fresco dining on summer evenings, outdoor spaces are in demand. And nobody does it better than AquaTerra Outdoors. Since opening in 2007, AquaTerra has played a pivotal role in the design and construction of many of the area’s most memorable outdoor environments. The company’s signature creations have received plenty of buzz, recognized by

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Modern Luxury Interiors, Hearth & Home, and others. Many homeowners want to push the boundaries of living spaces, going beyond the convention of four walls by connecting indoors and outdoors around lush yards, sparkling pools, and gentle shade trees. AquaTerra president Tal Thevenot leads a team of experienced designers, project managers, construction superintendents, and support staff dedicated to creating the consummate collaborative environment.

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“We are a single-source solution for the entire outdoor living environment, irrigation, drainage, landscaping, pools, hardscape, structures, lighting, and more,” Thevenot says. Since its beginning, AquaTerra has focused on maximizing space, offering uncompromising outdoor environments to discriminating clients, with a dedication to qualitative standards and clear communication. “The goal is to develop what fits their needs and wishes, creating a purpose for living outdoors,” Thevenot adds. “In my view, life outdoors is a life fully lived.” Every AquaTerra environment is the result of partnerships with passionate clients who require excellence in extending

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their homes into their outdoor play and living spaces. “Our clients set a high bar for originality, style, and quality—which is a challenge we embrace,” Thevenot explains. “We strive to surpass expectations on each and every project.” He believes that success is a product of strong relationships—both with clients and through the company’s designs. Ask Thevenot about the team’s work in the Park Cities, and he’ll beam. “Where do I begin? I’ve been working in the Park Cities for 21-plus years,” he says. “AquaTerra has been working there for 15 years on nearly every street with two of our largest projects on Marquette. We’ve had hundreds of projects in the area.” And Thevenot hopes to expand into other markets while continuing to be progressive and innovative: “We want to be the go-to name when someone is looking for the best design and build company in the region.” Check online at aquaterraoutdoors.com or call (214) 387-8333.

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If you’re staying in town for Spring Break, look no further for local kid-friendly activities.

Spring Break for many means family travel—think Disney World, the Grand Canyon, or trekking it across the Lone Star State to visit far-flung family and friends. Unfortunately, trips might not be an option this year (again) due to so many uncertainties, be it plane tickets or pandemic. Luckily for Park Cities residents, there is no shortage of entertainment stopping through the Dallas area. From interactive learning activities to crowd-pleasing showstoppers to nothing more than the good old outdoors, there is something in town for every kid to enjoy.

Dallas Blooms: Birds in Paradise The Dallas Zoo teamed up with the Dallas Arboretum to showcase real-life parrots and other wild birds for specific days throughout the Spring at this tropical exhibit. Check the calendar for animal details, but expect larger-thanlife peacock topiaries and half a million flowers, like tulips and cherry blossom trees, no matter when you visit.

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Disney On Ice: Let’s Celebrate

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Don’t miss out on the magic when Mickey and Minnie skate into town with 50 of their fellow Disney characters. Sing “Hakuna Matata” with Timon and Pumbaa, tag along with Buzz and Woody on their latest adventure, relive your favorite moments from Moana, and follow Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and all your Frozen friends in this 2-hour show.

The 2022 Spread Game tour comes to Dallas with plenty of slam dunks and ankle-breaking moves from the world-renowned exhibition team. There’s the Celebrity Court Pass, Player Meet and Greet, and Pre-Game Magic Pass to amp up the action and make for an experience your kids will never forget. Who knows—you just might finally learn to spin a basketball on your finger.

This recently opened exhibit at the Perot Museum showcases 20 iconic skyscrapers (such as the Empire State Building) constructed entirely from LEGO bricks by certified LEGO professional Ryan McNaught. Peruse the architectural details in each edifice or watch as kids build their own LEGO towers in the hands-on construction area.

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When it comes to Dallas real estate, there’s quite a bit of pent-up buyer demand, says Kelli Macatee of the Macatee + Wells Team at Compass Real Estate. “As more properties come on for the Spring market, the good properties are going to move at lightning speeds.” We asked a few real estate experts in the Park Cities to tell us more about what to expect for both buyers and sellers.

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WHAT SHOULD SELLERS IN THE PARK CITIES AREA EXPECT IN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS? The hardest part for sellers pulling the trigger to put their homes on the market is the age-old question of “but where will I go?” This market is one that gives sellers the luxury of time. We are seeing longer leasebacks for sellers to have the time to find a new home. The first impression is everything in this market, as most buyers are finding their homes online and purchasing without stepping foot in the door. The time to sell is now!

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WHAT SHOULD BUYERS IN THE PARK CITIES AREA EXPECT IN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS?

WHAT REAL ESTATE TRENDS ARE YOU EXPECTING TO SEE THROUGH THE SUMMER?

Inventory in the Park Cities is very low right now and, in my opinion, will continue to be low this year, which will increase prices. I foresee buyers competing with many others in the offering period. Currently, there are only three homes listed in the MLS in the Park Cities under $2 million. I have been a Park Cities resident since 2006 and I have never seen inventory this limited.

Basically, there are no more seasons in real estate. It’s crazy busy year-round. The demand in North Texas is sky high and that’s exciting to be a part of. But this kind of market is not for everyone. You have to have the stomach for it. If it’s not for you, don’t fret. Keep saving and watching and when it’s right for you, then jump in. We always advise people to do what’s best for them and their personality.

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GET THE LOOK Organically Designed

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There isn’t a shortage of design inspiration for home décor in 2022. As most interior designers will agree, the rules this season are there are no rules. Debbie Pratt and Megan Fornes of ML Interiors help clients find their own styles. The most common question they hear is, “How can we use what we have?” Well, flipping formal dining rooms to comfortable wine lounges or reading nooks is one way Pratt and Fornes are assisting clients reinvent rooms by their own rules. The color palette of choice this season creates warm and inviting areas using a variety of neutral shades. Juliana Oliveira, owner of Beyond Interior Design, is seeing modern organic styles dominate. “Modern elements in a room add volume and interest,” she says. Oliveira, Pratt, and Fornes all agree that instant gratification furniture is out. People are tired of disposable pieces and are willing to wait and make the investment in quality furnishings that are durable, eco-friendly, and multi-generational.

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And for customers wanting more sustainable and organic elements incorporated into their living spaces, creative aesthetics are trending. From art that tells a story to textiles that evoke the great outdoors, functionality and comfort is always close to mind.

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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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40th North Texas Irish Festival

FA IR PARK | 6:00 PM The North Texas Irish Festival makes its triumphant return to Fair Park, bringing with it all the music, dance, culture, and excitement that this well-loved, family-friendly event celebrates in the rich tradition of Irish and Celtic culture. ntif.org

Design Your Life Luncheon with Jane McGarry

NEIMAN MARCUS DOW N TOWN | 1 1 :30 A M TV Host Jane McGarry opens up about challenges in past relationships, then sits down with Real Housewives of Dallas star Stephanie Hollman to talk about Hollman’s triumph over the insecurities and anxiety that crippled her for years. The two will explore how to #DesignYourLife with faith, love, and style. realjane.net

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Salvation Army's Doing The Most Good Luncheon

H ILTON AN ATOLE | 12:00 PM Stephanie Land, New York Times bestselling author, will be the keynote speaker at the Doing the Most Good Luncheon benefiting The Salvation Army of North Texas. salvationarmyntx.org

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Dallas Symphony Orchestra Free Concert

FA IR PARK | 7:30 PM The DSO returns to its former home at the Music Hall at Fair Park for a free community concert. Fabio Luisi leads the Dallas Symphony in a program of rafter-shaking marches and American music for an unforgettable night in Fair Park. dallassymphony.org

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National Corn Dog Day with Fletcher's Corny Dogs

KN OX STR EET PAR K | 11:00 AM Stop by Knox Street Pop-Up Park at the corner of Knox and Travis street to celebrate National Corn Dog Day with Fletcher’s Original Corny Dogs. They will be onsite from 11am to 4pm serving out of their mobile trailer. fletcherscornydogs.com

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Dallas Summer Musicals Spotlight Dinner - Dinner on Stage

MUS IC HALL AT FAIR PARK | 6 :0 0 P M Experience an exclusive three-course plated dinner celebrating Dallas Summer Musical’s 2022-2023 Season Announcement complete with fine wines and DSM’s Broadway production-themed entertainment décor. dallassummermusicals.org

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