ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
The Dallas Visual Art Center hosts Mosaics by Everlena Zoe-Charlton, beginning May 12 and running through June 16. Admission is free and hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday noon to 4 p.m. DVAC is located at 2801 Swiss Avenue, suite 100, in the Wilson Historic District. Call 214-821-2522 for information.
Come Together for the Roxy Gordon Memorial Concert on Sunday, May 14, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Sons of Hermann Hall, 3414 Elm Street. Roxy Gordon, a Choctaw poet, gave a myriad of performances in local clubs and bookstores during the 20-plus years he lived in East Dallas. Among the many performers that will come together to celebrate his life are Terry Allen, Pleasant Grove, Richard Dobson, Tommy Lane, The Texanna Dames, Michael J. Martin, Tommy Hancock and The Ackermans. For more information call 214-821-9671.
Uncle Calvin’s Coffee House. May performances include Dave Carter and Tracy Grammer on May 5 with Ben Weaver opening; Bob Franke on May 12 with Margo Hennebach opening; and Bryan Bowers on May 19 with D Squared opening. Uncle Calvin’s is a smoke and alcohol free environment that serves coffees, teas, juices and desserts; location is 9555 N. Central Expressway in the Northpark Presbyterian Church building. For information, call 214-363-0044.
MEETINGS/ORGANIZATIONS
Northeast Chamber Seeking Nominations. The Dallas Northeast Chamber of Commerce is planning to hold their annual Business Awards Luncheon on June 13. They are currently looking for nominations for outstanding members of the neighborhood business community. Nominations are due no later than May 15 to the Chamber at: 718 N. Buckner Blvd., Suite 332, Dallas TX 75218 or fax to 214-321-2100. For information, call 214-321-6446.
Good Reading. The Skillman Church of Christ also invites anyone in the neighborhood to stop by the library and browse its dedicated shelves displaying the works of outstanding Christian writers of the 20th century including Max Lucado, C. S. Lewis, Charles Swindoll, and R. C. Sproul. Books may be checked out, as well as books recorded on cassette or videotapes. This is good reading for all ages. Skillman Church of Christ is located at 3014 Skillman Street. Call 214-823-2179 for library hours.
JUST FOR KIDS
Saddle Up. Spur Award winner and author of Little Red Cowboy Hat Susan Lowell will ride in to talk about her newest book, Cindy Ellen, on May 11 at Enchanted Forest Books for Children, 6333 E. Mockingbird. The program takes place from 10-11 a.m. and is followed by a signing. For information, call 214-827-2236.
Madeline’s Rescue. Join Madeline fans on May 13 for a reading and puppet show of the beloved children’s story. Readings begin promptly at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and noon at Enchanted Forest Books for Children, 6333 E. Mockingbird. For information, call 214-827-2236.
Beakman’s World. Where can you search for aliens, name your own bug and burp as loud as you can in the name of science? The Science Place’s newest exhibit, Beakman’s World on Tour from May 20-September 10. This is an “anything goes” exhibit that explores how the world works by combining asked questions, the wonder of science and a large dose of humor. Experience the mysteries of the rainforest, the human body, prehistoric dinosaurs and outer space; each section is equipped with interactive computer stations. The Science Place is located in the Southwest Museum of Science and Technology at Fair Park. For information, call 214-428-5555.
SENIORS
Adventures In Learning. The Greater Lakewood Shepherd’s Center’s Summer Semester of Adventures in Learning for senior adults will begin in June. The stimulating classes, activities, and programs include square dancing, book reviews, language classes, and many more. Participants bring a sack lunch as beverage and dessert are provided. Cost is $20 per full semester. Most classes are at the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church located at 3204 Skillman Avenue. Call 214-823-2583 for information.
NEIGHBORHOOD CAUSES
Resident-Only Parking. Barking Dogs, an online “cyberhood,” on Lower Greenville, has raised enough funds to provide resident-only parking at no cost to the 1900 and 2000 blocks of Summit Avenue. The cost to pay for Resident Only Parking (ROP) petitions, signage, and window hangers is an average of $300; the program was established to alleviate problems faced by homeowners near the Greenville Avenue entertainment area. For information on participating, log onto barkingdogs.org.
SNYP? Call 214-349-7697 for coupons to have animal spay/neutering done at a discount.
Giving Days. In honor of the 30th anniversary of Earth Day, Whole Foods Market (Dallas locations) gave a portion of the proceeds from, Tuesday, April 18th’s profits to For The Love Of The Lake. Donations will go towards the on-going improvement of White Rock Lake Park.
Senior Citizens Volunteers. Senior Citizens of Greater Dallas is looking for volunteers to work with disadvantaged children, assist with office work, or provide professional legal and financial assistance. Call 214-823-5700.
HEALTH
National Anxiety Screening Day Riley Miller Counseling will be conducting free and anonymous anxiety screenings along with brief consultations on May 3. For information call 214-887-5994.
Free Classes. The Dallas Area Parkinson Society’s free classes will be hosted by the Skillman Church of Christ at 3014 Skillman Street. New participants for instruction in speech and physical therapy can enroll now. Caregivers as well as those affected by the nerve disorder may attend. Each class is bilingual. The Skillman Church of Christ has provided facilities for Parkinsonism classes as a community service for the past 15 years. Please call 214-823-2179 for details.
Power Wheelchairs. For qualified, non-ambulatory permanently disabled individuals, Miracle on Wheels provides power (electric) wheelchairs usually at no out-of-pocket expense. For information, call 800-749-8778.
ON THE MOVE
Rub Down Lori Erickson, a Lakewood registered massage therapist and nail technician has relocated to Rocket Science Salon at Gaston and La Vista. Call 214-823-3288 for appointments.
Car Hop. Automotive Diagnostic Service Center has opened at 1424 Greenville. Owner Jerry Barnes is an ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician. For information, call 214-515-9588.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Volunteers TeamUp, a group of students from Bryan Adams High School, earned the opportunity to spend a day with the Dallas Mavericks Basketball organization by winning the 1999/2000 TeamUp Challenge, This third annual Teamup day, in conjunction with the Volunteer Center of Dallas County, was on March 15. Students, players, staff, and personnel from Habitat for Humanity assisted in the refurbishment of two properties in Southeast Dallas. Landscaping and structural work to the houses was accomplished by these volunteers. The students won with the program they created that provided low-income elementary school students with new clothes for school. They were chosen from over 40 schools who also submitted community projects.
Leadership Forum. Lane Worrall and Valerie Richmond, students from Woodrow Wilson High School recently participated in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Defense, Intelligence and Diplomacy in Washington, D.C.
AWARDS
Outstanding Teacher Awards. Four Woodrow Wilson High School teachers have been recognized for outstanding service to the school and its students. Awards recipients are Choir Director Marca Lee Bircher, Distinguished Service to Community; Theatre Arts teacher Patricia Hardman, Innovation/Creativity; Biology Teacher Tanya Tovar, Teaching Excellence; and ESOL Teacher Jean Lamberty, Words and Deeds Award for promoting a positive climate at Woodrow through teamwork and positive attitude. The recognition program is sponsored by the PTA and School Centered Education Council.
Yea Team. The Woodrow Wilson Academic Decathlon Team recently advanced to regional competition. Team members are Rene Padilla, Jose Arvizu, Adam Kaiser, Andrew Tristan, Ryan Daume, Susanah Molinar, Justin Skrakowski, Dayana Medina and Adam Zaby. English Teacher Benjamin Holloway coaches the team.
Journalism Kudos. Fifteen awards were won by Woodrow Journalism Students in the Texas Professional Communicators’ State High School Contest. Placing were: Katharine Houpt, first place, news writing; Josh Chupik, first place, editorial writing; Bianca McCallum, first place, cartoon; Justin Skrakowski, first, second and third places, columns; Tracie Wright, first place, review; Tim Berry, second place, editorial writing and news writing; Micah Shockley, second place, sports writing; Brett McDanald, third place, sports writing; Nathan Davis, second place, graphics; Chelsey Cutright, honorable mention, feature writing; and Jackson Grothe, second and third places, feature photo. The first place recipients will advance to the National Federation of Press Women’s national high school contest; Woodrow will have more representatives than any other high school in Texas. Their coach is Janelle Bates.
BIG MOVE
Fine Arts at Lakehill. With the opening of a new Fine Arts wing, Lakehill Preparatory School will have a 562-seat auditorium and performing arts stage. In addition, the building will provide two new lecture halls and six new upper school classrooms. Graduations exercises will take place in the new facility this month.
