Samantha Thornfelt

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Larry McMurtry's Legendary Bookstore Will Be Open on Weekends This March

1 month ago | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

The Booked Up building in Archer City is now home to the Larry McMurtry Literary Center, which has the Texas book scout's shop collection for donations to the foundation.
BarnHill Vineyards Welcomes Dallas Music and Wine Fans to the Countryside

Sep 9, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

BarnHill Vineyards co-owners Steven and Corey Neuner felt called to the place the moment they found out it was up for sale. The reason? Steven’s dad’s love of wine and a case of COVID-19 cabin fever. Back then, Steven Neuner wasn’t too knowledgeable about local vineyards; he doesn’t even drink. His father, however, had been an avid wine collector and traveler. During the early days of COVID, his dad, who had been diagnosed with terminal pulmonary fibrosis, was stuck at home for months on end.
Revolving Mini Shop Petite Saison Encourages Dallas To Shop Small

Sep 5, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

Sitting in the heart of the Bishop Arts District is a butterscotch yellow and white store the size of an elevator shaft. Outside its double entry doors hangs a sign that reads “Petite Saison,” or “Small Season” in French, an appropriate name for a 150-square-foot shop. Although small in square footage, the permanent Dallas pop-up aims to make a mighty impact for local small businesses, artists and creators.
Singer Ceci Ceci Says She's ‘Conquered’ Dallas’ Latin Music Scene ... 'A Little Bit'

Sep 3, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

Freshly moved to San Antonio from her home in Nicaragua, Ceci Callejas, then just 18 years old, bought her first guitar to cure her boredom while at college. Although the instrument started as a random attempt at a hobby, it later became one of Callejas’ only constants — and sometimes, even a “best friend” — in a chapter of her life full of instability and uncertainty.
Parks and Recreation Comes to Texas at the Dallas Public Library's Unity Concert

Aug 20, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

The Dallas Public Library is ringing in the 2024 election season this month with its own Parks and Recreation Unity Concert. No, it’s not an attempt to bring rival cities Pawnee and Eagleton (or, in this case, Dallas and Fort Worth) together, but rather an effort to encourage Dallasites of all beliefs to vote. DPL’s Unity Concert: Your Vote Rocks will be held 2–6 p.m., Aug. 24, on the first floor of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library (1515 Young St.).
These Are the Top 10 Schools in Dallas ISD

Aug 17, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

How do you know where the good schools are? Well, it probably won't be based on letter grades from the Texas Education Agency any time soon, since a state judge in Travis County this week blocked the TEA from releasing new letter grades for schools, at least temporarily, KERA reported. Five school districts are claiming there were errors in the standardized test on which the grade are based. A different lawsuit blocked the TEA from issuing grades in 2023.
Henry's Majestic To Host Free Graffiti Workshop in Dallas This Weekend

Aug 16, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

Those who have been wanting to get into graffiti but don’t want to risk a vandalism charge can give street art a try for free this Sunday at Henry’s Majestic. On Aug. 18, the restaurant’s outdoor Graffiti Mural Art Workshop will allow Dallasites of all spray paint skills to craft their own original pieces. The class is one of several events included in Henry’s Majestic’s newly launched workshop series.
Dallas Cowboys and NFL Will Use Facial Recognition To Verify Fan Identities

Aug 6, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

It’s just a month away from the Cowboys’ season kickoff, and fans better stay on their best behavior once the stadium doors reopen. This year, the Cowboys and the rest of the NFL will use facial recognition software to identify each fan who enters a stadium for a game. The league took a test drive with facial authentication technology last year through the use of “Express Entry” at several NFL stadiums.
Here Are the 10 Deadliest Roads in Dallas

Aug 6, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

Driving in Texas is not for the faint of heart, especially here in Dallas. While you’ve likely already witnessed the dangers of Dallas drivers on your own morning commute, a 2024 study by Forbes has made it official: the North Texas city is home to the state’s worst drivers. Dallas has seen more than 16,000 total crashes this year alone, more than 115 of which were fatal.
A Dallas Law Firm Starts The Music Project Series to Uplift Local Venues

Aug 5, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Samantha Thornfelt

It’s no secret that Dallas’ music scene has faced countless closures of local nightlife hotspots over the past several years. From the legendary Lizard Lounge to the historic Downtown Cowtown, North Texas has had to mourn the passing of some of the most influential venues in the area. Amid a challenging landscape for music venues nationwide, a local law firm and event production company are working together to help revive Dallas’ live music scene.