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Designer Sherry Hayslip on Love, Life and Why This Year’s Kips Bay Show House is “Monumentally Different”
When the news broke that the Dallas Kips Bay Decorator Show House had found a new home at 2999 Turtle Creek Boulevard, the design community cheered. But for interior designer Sherry Hayslip, the announcement was especially profound. Her late husband, acclaimed architect Cole Smith, had designed the iconic, French Renaissance-style office building in 2004.
NEA Big Read Series returns to Irving with free books, family fun
The 2024 NEA Big Read – Irving launches Oct. 17, offering a month of events that inspire creativity, introspection and a deeper connection to the community. This year’s featured work, “The Bear” by Andrew Krivak, invites attendees to explore themes of survival and heritage—offering a reflective journey into humanity’s role in the natural world. Free copies of “The Bear” will be available at Irving Public Library and partner locations beginning Oct. 19, while supplies last.
BBQ King: Pakistani Flavors in Dallas
BBQ King has carved out a reputation as one of the premier Pakistani restaurants in the Dallas area. Originally established in Richardson, this culinary gem moved to its current location in 2018, bringing along its commitment to authentic flavors and warm hospitality. BBQ King captures the essence of Pakistani cuisine, offering dishes that are not just meals but experiences steeped in tradition.
Perot Museum Presents Topaz: A Spectrum In Stone Exhibit
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is introducing a new exhibit: Topaz: A Spectrum in Stone. The exhibit highlights the mesmerizing beauty of one of nature’s most captivating minerals. Topaz: A Spectrum in Stone, presented by Texas Counter Fitters, will open on Oct. 16, 2024, and continue through Oct. 14, 2025, in the Lyda Hill Gems and Minerals Hall. The exhibition showcases over 100 exquisite topaz specimens from around the world, featuring a dazzling range of colors and sizes. This remarkable global collection is the first curated by Caroline Im, the Museum’s director of gems and minerals. “This exhibit, my first at...
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