Lifestyle

May 23 2017, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Purple fields provide backdrop for annual lavender fest

The 9th Annual Lavender Festival at Lavender Ridge Farms, Gainesville, takes place May 27-29. Visitors can explore lavender fields, cut bouquets, and enjoy lavender-themed cuisine. The family-owned farm, with 160 years of history, offers arts and crafts, food vendors, and wine tastings amidst its scenic fields.

May 22 2017, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Rangers ballpark tops list of vegan-friendly stadiums in U.S.

Globe Life Park, home of the Texas Rangers, tops PETA's list of vegan-friendly ballparks in the U.S. for its new all-vegan food cart, featuring vegan nachos, chili with Beyond Beef, and black bean tamales. The initiative was influenced by a grassroots campaign led by fan Twalla Grant.

May 16 2017, RITA COOK

Treehouse B&B in Hunt County soon to be solar powered

Savannah's Meadow in Celeste features two treehouses and a shabby chic trailer. Photos courtesy of Savannah's Meadow.

May 16, 2017

Looking for an eco-friendly weekend getaway in North Texas? Savannah’s Meadow in Celeste offers an opportunity to sleep in the treetops surrounded by wooded acreage. Soon the treehouses will be solar powered.

May 09 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Eco-friendly Mother's Day gifts from local green retailers

Sunday is Mother’s Day and if your mom is as hip as you are, surprise her with an eco-friendly gift from a local merchant. When you shop local and go green, you honor not only your own mom but also this amazing planet that cares for us all. Mom will love you for it and so will Mother Earth!

May 09 2017, JULIE THIBODEAUX

It's garden tour time in North Texas

Spring in North Texas marks garden tour time, showcasing diverse landscaping from water-intensive to xeriscaping, inspiring local home gardening. Highlighted tours include Denton County Master Gardener's, Dallas's White Rock East, Fort Worth's Hidden Gardens, and Celina's Country Garden. A rugged option is the Texas Prairies Bus Tour in Central Texas.

May 02 2017, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Audubon-certified golf course in Arlington is 'birdie' friendly

Tierra Verde Golf Club in Arlington, an Audubon-certified sanctuary, harmonizes golf with nature. With sustainable practices protecting wildlife and habitats, it offers green space amidst urban sprawl. Renowned for bird species and eco-friendly design, the course balances ecological preservation and recreational pursuits.

Apr 17 2017, RITA COOK

Tiny house workshop hosted by big fan of living small

Former Dallas resident B.A. Norrgard Breen will be leading a workshop on tiny houses on April 21 and 22 at Earth Day Texas in Dallas. Courtesy of EDTX.

April 17, 2017

Apr 17 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Chick Pics! Fowl fans flock to North Texas poultry show

The North Texas Poultry Showcase at Fair Park in Dallas celebrated growing urban interest in poultry, with diverse participation from all ages. Organized by the Dallas County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, the event featured bird and egg competitions, fostering community involvement and showcasing different poultry breeds through showmanship and artistry.

Apr 11 2017, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas native opens vegan cowboy boot store in Big D

Dallas native Kat Mendenhall opened MendRT, a vegan cowboy boot store, in the Design District. The store offers faux leather western fashion, expanding from her successful online business and features custom-made boots. Mendenhall aims to attract mainstream shoppers, despite most customers being from outside Texas.

Mar 31 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Avian experts nest in tiny house in Dallas County

Wildlife trainers Lindsey and Simon McNeny live in a 192-square-foot home, "The Perch," designed for their avian companions. They run "Window to the Wild," educating on wildlife conservation. Located at Rogers Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Hutchins, the McNeny's home fosters sustainable living and avian care.