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Maranda Haschke of Decatur brought her prize-winning Belgian d'Uccle rooster, Billy, to compete at the North Texas Poultry Showcase at Fair Park in Dallas on April 8. Photos by Andrea Ridout.
April 17, 2017
Wildbird trainers Lindsey and Simon McNeny share a tiny house with their birds on the property of Rogers Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Hutchins. Photo courtesy of Kim Louis Design.
April 3, 2017
Little by little the bird makes its nest. - French Proverb.
GreenSourceDFW.org writer dishes on the Barefoot Baker's breadmaking class. Photos by Andrea Ridout.
March 7, 2017
All Out Trinity will be held Saturday, March 4 on and near the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, Continental Avenue Pedestrian Bridge and West Dallas Gateway.
By Rita Cook
March 1, 2017
While next week, a group will discuss their dream of returning the Trinity River to its natural landscape, this Saturday, an event is being held that aims to bring the community closer to the river through recreation.
No self-respecting Texan would believe that a Southern barbecue sandwich, tortilla-encrusted fried chicken or chili-Frito pie could be made without meat; but boy howdy, they sure can be - and right here in Dallas. V-Eats incorporates an entirely vegan and eco-friendly lifestyle into its Oak Cliff-chic persona, from the paint on the walls to the meticulously hand-picked wine list, while creating a fine-dining experience like no other plant-based restaurant in Dallas.
A handmade tin ornament from Pretty Things in Cool Stuff will appeal to the nature lover in your life.
Feb. 7, 2017
Looking for gifts and goodies for Valentine’s Day? Finding the perfect sustainable gift can be more challenging, but luckily there are several North Texas venues committed to making sure you say “I love you” with a nod to Mother Earth.
Debbie Branch of the city of Fort Worth and Trinity Valley High School senior Lara Turan presented the results of Turan's multifamily recycling study at the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling Summit in San Antonio in October. Courtesy of Debbie Branch.
Jan. 3, 2017
Like other professions, a career in environmental services can begin with an internship. It's a win-win for organizations who provide the opportunity for young students to gain some real-life experience and get help from additional staff in the process.
Rooster Home and Hardware in Dallas sells Roma Boots, which are made by an eco-friendly Dallas company with a mission. For every pair of boots sold, a new pair is donated to a child in need.
Dec. 13, 2016
Jim Scott will perform three concerts in Fort Worth and Hurst at Dec. 9-11. Courtesy of Jim Scott.
Dec. 5, 2016
Massachusetts-based singer-songwriter Jim Scott will appear for three North Texas performances this weekend, welcoming old fans and inviting the new to enjoy a night of music that celebrates peace, justice and the earth.