Articles for July, 2010
New Special Guest Star on Mad Men: You
There really is no cause for me to link to Mad Men news. The JFK tragedy figured rather prominently last season, but that’s a stretch. Still, I can’t deny you the link to the most amazing thing you will ever see in the next five minutes. You can put yourself in a Mad Men trailer! You can finally realize your dreams of becoming Joan Holloway! You can shoot a rifle as Betty Draper! It’ll have to do until the show starts again on July 25th.
Jessica Simpson Has New Boyfriend, Who Is Apparently Smart?
I don’t know. Says here he went to Yale. So that’s something. Also says he has a “roguish grin and athletic build” — which I can’t believe I actually just typed, or cut-and-pasted, or whatever. Anyway, he’s generically named Eric Johnson and he plays for the San Francisco 49ers. Or he did until he blew out his knee on a routine practice drill three weeks from now. Run away now, fella!
Shawn Marion Busts Out at the World Series of Poker
In a move that mirrored much of his debut season with Your Dallas Mavericks, Shawn Marion made a strong move to the hoop only to ultimately blow it at the rim, bouncing out on the first day of play. I’ll let Tim or the Ghost of Eric Celeste jump on here to debate his poker-playing skills. (H/T: Ball Don’t Lie)
Bed Bugs Leave East Coast for Garland
So, I keep reading about bed bugs. Believe me, I don’t want to. But they keep making cameos in the darndest places. Last month, they took up residence in a New Jersey Goldman Sachs office. Then the SoHo branch of Hollister had to close down for a few days after bed bugs moved in there. And now comes news that they are here. (I’m thinking the much cheaper rent was likely enticing.) Last night, WFAA presented a story even more disturbing than the Jake vs.Vienna nightmare: bed bugs have taken up residence in a Garland apartment building. Maybe watch the video after lunch.
What To Do in Dallas Tonight: July 6, 2010
Shakespeare Dallas opened Cymbeline way back in mid-June. our review on FrontRow says “This script is the closest thing to the Monty Python version of a Shakespeare mash-up.” In other words, it’s totally awesome.
Now that the actors have had a few weeks to work out the kinks, and the forecast doesn’t call for scorching heat, it’s the great time to head out to Samuell-Grand Amphitheater to check it out. A few suggestions for first-timers: bring a picnic basket, $10 (the suggested donation for admission), and hope it doesn’t rain.
If the weather won’t cooperate (or you just don’t feel like Shakespeare on a Tuesday), sing your blues away with a little karaoke at The Alcove from 7 to 10 pm. You might want to start your warm-ups now, lest you pop a vocal chord trying to hit the high notes in “Don’t Stop Believing.” Best of all? If you get cold feet just before your big number, the Alcove has plenty of beer and wine to get you sufficiently sauced before you get onstage.
Want more? It’s all here.
Southlake, One of the Best Dallas Suburbs, Gives Our Intern a Stomachache
It’s only because he overindulged himself at Southlake Town Square that D Magazine online editorial intern Ryan Jones found himself crashing from a mighty sugar high following his visit to the suburb we all love to hate.
He was there because the city is rated No. 4 in our 2010 rankings of the best Dallas suburbs, and he’s continuing his suburban safari.
Read about his visit to Southlake.
Outrage Over Marty B’s Osama Spoof
Martellus Bennett, the irrepressible Dallas Cowboy, was back at it on YouTube, this time wearing a goofy-looking beard lampooning Osama bin Laden. And once again the video was yanked–and some people were predictably “offended.” I say, “Go, Marty B.” Folks really do need to lighten up.
Leading Off (7/6/10)
Forget That It’s Not Exactly the First Post This Morning Edition.
1. Willis Reed spent five years in prison for a carjacking at a 7-Eleven in Lake Highlands. He was released, enrolled in college, got married, and stayed on the right side of the law. But 11 months later he was arrested again and sent back to prison. Why? Because a clerk entered his sentence into the system wrong — he was supposed to serve 14 years. Then he was denied parole. Oh, and when he got sent back to prison, his wife filed for divorce.
2. Farmers Branch will clearly be haunted by its immigration ordinance for the rest of forever.
3. My latest reason not to go to Arlington: Feral hogs!
Tar Balls Wash Up on Galveston Beaches
Most headlines this morning attribute it to the BP spill. However, local officials say they may have attached to ships passing through the spill, and the Coast Guard says they are not unusual for this time of year. However, five gallons on one beach on one day sounds like a lot to me.
Dallas: “The Country’s Sports And Entertainment Capital”?
Jordan Hirsch at the WSJ seems to think that JerryWorld — and an inviting tax structure – gives us a shot.
So, How’s that Holiday Weekend Treating You?
If you’re like me, you’ve just rolled out of bed, and are enjoying a nice Monday off. Or, if you’re not like me, you’re at work already.
How was your weekend? Which fireworks display did you see?
My weekend? I’ve taken in the Kaboomtown display in Addison and the McKinney Something Something What the Hell We’re Nearly in Oklahoma fireworks extravaganza. And, well, I dropped a cake on my foot as I took it from the oven, and probably broke my toe. I found out my dogs conspire against me, and are trying to figure out doorknobs. And I bought this on eBay at approximately 12:40 a.m. this morning. And I wasn’t even drunk. Or high.
The Bachelor’s Vienna calls Jake a “Fake Liar”
As we’ve discussed, the beautiful relationship that was once shared by last season’s Bachelor Jake and the lovely Vienna is no more. In fact, they might hate one another. Here’s a clip from the show that will air on Monday. I think we can all agree that the most shocking thing that we learn here is that Vienna is actually invited to charity events. Happy Fourth!
Colleyville is the Best Suburb of Dallas in Tarrant County
D Magazine online editorial intern Ryan Jones has been spending time getting to know the best suburbs of Dallas. He’s already shown you the dark underbellies of Parker and Highland Village.
No. 3 on the list is Colleyville. Ryan seems to have fallen in love with the strange offerings at Foreman’s General Store there, including the fact that the place has two dogs (pictured) sleeping beneath its cash register. Yes, they are alive, as the sign notes.
He also found a do-it-yourself cupcake shop and a nature center worth a visit. Check out his report.
What To Do in Dallas This Weekend: July 2–5
This is my last post on FrontBurner (for now, muwahahahahahahaha). Someday soon, there will be a new person with a new little caricature-thingy doing posts about the goings-on around town. As for me, if you need a freelance writer, please (PLEASE) email me at sarah.eveans@gmail.com. Now, onto the bizness: I think we all know what’s going on this weekend, and it’s not begging Dirk to stay and LeBron James to come hither. Well, not all weekend. It’s the 4th of July. Tonight, you can see fireworks and Robert Earl Keen at Lone Star Park. Tomorrow night, hit up Addison for Kaboom Town. On Sunday night, you can travel to Fort Worth for a nice little event at the Botanic Gardens, and if you still haven’t had enough, on Monday Fair Park Fourth (on the 5th!) will keep you entertained.
Until next time…find more events here.
FYI: Dallas PD To Have Its Own “No Refusal” Weekend
Information, then a question, for the Frontburnervians who haven’t already commenced their holiday weekend revelries.
First, the Dallas Police Department just announced that they, too, will be conducting a “no refusal” weekend beginning tonight, and ending Sunday. What are we talking about? Let’s let the PD explain after we jump. (more…)
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