SPARK! Dallas, the innovative educational facility fostering creativity in youth, announced a groundbreaking partnership with arts and entertainment company Meow Wolf second SPARK! PRISMATIC Art Pop-up Experience featuring 28 area high school artists’ creations. The colorful exhibition is an immersive experience showcasing the students’ creativity through a variety of themed areas imagined, designed and built in a single color and theme. The community is invited to see the PRISMATIC Art Pop-up Experience June 1 to September 29 at SPARK!, located at Southside Lamar (1409 Bothan Jean Blvd., Suite #004, Dallas, TX 75215).

Meg Bittner, executive director of SPARK! said, “As an inaugural grantee of the Meow Wolf Foundation for 2023-2024, SPARK! Dallas is honored to announce Meow Wolf Grapevine as a presenting sponsor, which will contribute to the success of the PRISMATIC Art Pop-up Experience. This partnership not only provides financial backing, but also offers amazing opportunities for student enrichment, including behind-the-scenes tours at Meow Wolf Grapevine, mentorship from Meow Wolf's Exhibitions team members and funding for materials.”

SPARK! received 22 submissions, and the following six public high schools were selected to participate based on their creativity, design elements and proposal submission:

• CityLab High School (Dallas ISD) – Dream Cream(sicle) (coral)
• Hillcrest High School (Dallas ISD) – Fungi Delight (red)
• Newman Smith High School (Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD) – Orange Lovers (orange)
• West Mesquite High School (Mesquite ISD) – Snake Eyes (green)
• Williams High School (Plano ISD) – Automation Biker Frogs (purple)
• Woodrow Wilson High School (Dallas ISD) – Moonlight Sonata  (blue)

In addition to being the presenting sponsor and major funder for this initiative, Meow Wolf Grapevine is offering mentorship to the students and an opportunity to show the community their artistic creations come alive when the exhibition opens.

“I am thrilled to mentor SPARK! Dallas students to inspire and empower young creators,” said Exhibition Manager for Meow Wolf Grapevine Christy Howell. “This PRISMATIC Art Pop-up Experience offers students a platform to unleash their imagination and creativity. This partnership epitomizes the dynamic convergence of art, technology, and engineering, offering students an unparalleled chance to delve into immersive design concepts.”

“Partnering with SPARK!, we are eager to see these innovative projects.”  said Lead Exhibition Technical Engineer at Meow Wolf Daniel Bornhorst.  “Meow Wolf Grapevine specializes in integrating traditional art with cutting-edge technology to create immersive experiences. From sound processing and lighting to scent design, we blend various elements to craft truly unique experiences which makes this partnership perfect.”

Bittner added, “These public high school students are amazingly talented, and I am impressed with how they have thoughtfully sketched and are creating their rooms into an interactive and immersive pop-up experience perfect for social media moments. I invite everyone to come see it and celebrate these students’ success.”

Exhibit hours:

Open to public starting June 1-Sept. 29

Fridays: 1:00-8:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Sundays: 1:00-6:00 p.m.

Adult Nights (age 21+): Thursdays starting June 6-Sept. 26,5:00-9:00 p.m.

Ticket prices:

Adults regular admission:  $25

Children (ages 2-17) :  $23

Teachers (with Teacher ID): $20

Adult Night (age 21+): $40, includes 2 drink tickets

All tickets include the PRISMATIC exhibit and admission to the play sculpture areas.

Learn more and make a ticket reservation: https://sparkdallas.org/prismatic/ or 214.421.7727.

About SPARK! Dallas:

A nonprofit founded in 2010, SPARK! Dallas provides children from second grade to high school with a fully immersive creative environment with hands-on learning that develops their self-definition as creative individuals. Through an endless roster of workshops and pop-up activities, students exercise their creativity and learn from creative experts, innovators, and artists. The organization’s vision is to help students acquire creative skills to excel in school and compete in the work force. SPARK! also hosts interactive camps, field trips and birthday parties. SPARK! is located in the historic South Side of Lamar building at 1409 Botham Jean Blvd, Ste 004, Dallas, Texas 75215. For more information, visit https://sparkdallas.org/.

ABOUT MEOW WOLF:

Meow Wolf is not your typical arts and entertainment company; they’re the creators of extraordinary, mind-bending experiences that transport millions of adventurers of all ages into breathtaking realms of imagination and wonder. As the proud recipients of numerous accolades, including Time Out's #1 Immersive Experience in the US (2023), Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies (2022 and 2020), and USA Today's Top 10 Best Immersive Art Experiences (2022), Meow Wolf is committed to engaging curious seekers through the magic of discovery and play. They are distinct in their collaboration with hundreds of visionary artists who infuse creativity into every Meow Wolf experience. The journey began with the THEA Award-winning House Of Eternal Return in Santa Fe (2016), a mystery house with hidden passages and mesmerizing art exhibits. In Las Vegas, Omega Mart (2021) presented a surreal grocery store experience. Denver's Convergence Station (2021) appeared as a maximalist architectural marvel linking four alien worlds. In July 2023, Meow Wolf unveiled The Real Unreal in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and plans to open a new location in Houston in 2024. As a certified B-Corporation, Meow Wolf leads in themed entertainment, innovating and celebrating human imagination. All are invited to join a journey that defies convention, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

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SPARK! Dallas PRISMATIC WINNING TEAMS:

CityLab High School – Dream Cream(sicle) (coral)

Advisor: Kelsey Turner Creators: Brian, Diego, Jennifer, Jose, Kevin, Princess, Sebastian

A creamsicle comes from the sky into a living room on the top story of a building. The creamsicle is in the middle of the room and has broken a part of the wall and ceiling. This living room resembles a crime scene where the room also has clues about why this creamsicle is in the room in the first place in which includes the immersive part like parts of the room being a scavenger hunt. The room includes a coffee table that the creamsicle crashed into, a bookshelf with books on the floor, a couch and pinboard with connected dots related to the crash of the creamsicle to start up the scavenger hunt.

Hillcrest High School – Fungi Delight (red)

Advisor: Karleen Hesselbacher Creators: Dana, Inergee, Kyra

The design includes a textured floor (red moss and red turf) accompanied with different species of handmade mushrooms and natural looking elements. On the ceiling, we incorporate different aspects of nature, such as poppies and red spider lilies with fairy lights. On the walls, we utilize a 3-D mushroom design that extrudes outwards and adds depth to the space. There are glowing mushrooms surrounding the bigger mushrooms that visitors can sit on and take selfies. The mushroom chairs are main focal point of the room. The room transports viewers to an environment that would remind them of storybooks by Lewis Carroll. We also incorporate additional senses with scents as well as the visual and tactile aspects.

Newman Smith High School – Orange Lovers (orange)

Advisor: Allison Ketchersid  Creators: Cora, Haydrienne, Hazel, Triniti

The design was inspired by many beautiful poems using oranges as a sign of love and the beauty of having someone to make your life just a bit easier. This metaphor is shown throughout the room by many different sketches of peeled orange “furniture” such as cushions, a peelable orange table, even small peelings used as light decor. The idea of the theme was to be seen as a place to relax and be at ease just lounging with someone. A gesture to prove love is not something grand and always upbeat, but to have times of calm and peace. One wall has round orange movable dioramas showing the growth of a relationship such as dates, and even a proposal. Along one mirrored wall, inspired by Yayoi Kusama's Pumpkins, is hope reflecting that love only needs commitment to grow.

West Mesquite High School – Snake Eyes (green)

Advisor: Megan Eakins  Creators: Chris, Emma, Esmerelda, Haley, Heaven, Jasmine, Mariah

The design is based on a thick tropical rainforest. Using green as our main color, we fill the room with vegetation and highlight focus points in the room with UV paint to glow under a black light. The story behind our room is that highly valuable crystals are scattered throughout the forest; people who have succumbed to greed and stolen from the forest have faced its wrath and have been permanently trapped in the forest.

Williams High School – Automation Biker Frogs (purple)

Advisor: Emily Garner  Creators: Archie, Birdie, Cale

We wanted to replicate a Western town with a cartoony style. To design our village, we are creating a saloon, sheriff's office/jail, bank and general store. We add components like astroturf  “sand,” barrels, backdrops and a water trough to give the room more details that will interest the guests and add to the aesthetic. Our room has multiple interactive components like funny items in the market, multiple silly animals, walkable saloon doors, a hidden cat, wanted snake signs, and a scavenger hunt to find all the snakes because they “escaped” from the jail.

Woodrow Wilson High School – Moonlight Sonata (blue)

Advisor: Jessica Raff  Creators: Sera, Karen, Kara, Dascha

Step into this enchanting world where the theme revolves around a mesmerizing moon light. The walls are adorned with a breathtaking backdrop of majestic mountains, providing a sense of depth to the room. Playful swirly clouds, painted in vibrant patterns, dance across the ceiling, creating a whimsical atmosphere. The focal point of the room is a moon with its own swirly designs, casting a cool and mysterious glow. The moon's glow on the ground adds a touch of magic, contrasting beautifully with the darker hues of the clouds. The overall effect is a vibrant and lively ambiance, evoking the warmth of twilight scene. This space is designed to inspire creativity and ignite the imaginations of the little ones who enter, turning bedtime into a magical adventure. With soft clouds, this room invites kids into a world of dreams beneath the moon.

Texas Women’s Foundation held #BESTSELF 2024 and the Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 30^th at the Omni Dallas Hotel.

The day started with more than 200 middle and high school young women who attended #BESTSELF 2024, a leadership program of Texas Women’s Foundation. Capital One’s Andrella Thomas and K.J. Grassi of Dallas Mavericks’ Girls Empowered by the Mavericks program, welcomed everyone.

With the Empowered theme, the breakout sessions featured Girls Inc. talking about the “Power of Your Health;” Dallas College’s Marlonda Taylor spoke about the “Power of Your Future.” The final session included Founder and CEO of Hey Chica!, Veronica Torres Hazley (also event co-chair) speaking about the “Power of Your Voice.”

The afternoon Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration continued the Empowered theme with the honorees sharing advice and stories. After the forums, guests enjoyed a cocktail reception with European Ensemble playing stringed instruments.

At the dinner, co-chairs Sakina Rasheed Foster, Haynes and Boone, LLP partner and office managing partner, and Veronica Torres Hazley, the first Young Leader Award recipient, welcomed everyone.

They thanked the key sponsors:

Moderator: Catherine Coughlin Endowment for Women’s Leadership at Texas Women’s Foundation

Award: Haynes Boone

Leadership Forums: Texas Capital, Vistra

Impact: The Dallas Mavericks

Media Sponsors: D CEO, Dallas Business Journal

#BESTSELF sponsors: PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) and Capital One

For additional sponsors, visit https://txwfleadership.org/

Carrie Freeman Parsons, TXWF board chair, and Hattie Hill, TXWF executive in residence, held a fireside chat. They then welcomed Karen Hughes White, new TXWF president and CEO, to the stage for attendees to get to know her. White remarked, “I’m honored to work alongside our donors, partners, volunteers and staff to build strong women and a better world.”

Next, TXWF 2015 Young Leader recipient, Christa Brown-Sanford, spoke about connection with Brittany Barnett. Brown-Sanford asked attendees to support the Foundation.

After dinner, Cynt Marshall, The Dallas Mavericks CEO, introduced Deborah Roberts, award-winning ABC News correspondent and co-anchor of “20/20.”

Marshall moderated a conversation with Roberts drawing from her book, Lessons Learned and Cherished. Roberts beautifully illustrated the profound influence that teachers hold in shaping lives including Mrs. Hardy who believed in her. At Georgia, she visited the journalism department. “I found my calling. I was willing to try something outside my comfort zone.”

Roberts’ advice to becoming a leader: “Just own it. Somebody opened the door for me. I need to open it for others—interns, young producers. They’re waiting for someone to say you can do it.”

Marshall said, “I love that. It is called HASU: Hook a Sister Up!”

The awards presentation was the final part of the evening. Rosebud Nau, partner with Haynes Boone, spoke next. Brenda Jackson, selection committee co-chair, joined her to present the awards.

“For empowering resilience through programs, advocacy, and services for victims of domestic and dating violence, child abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking, we proudly present Heather Bellino with the Maura Women Helping Women award.”

“For empowering authenticity by dedicating her talents to crafting and delivering executive coaching and leadership programs tailored for women, we award Marsha Clark with the Maura Women Helping Women Award.”

“For empowering representation by securing funding in support of women and economically disadvantaged students to gain knowledge and experience in construction engineering and safety, we recognize Dr. Adeeba Raheem, recipient of the Maura Women Helping Women Award.”

“For empowering mentorship by spearheading initiatives and collaborations that bolster the education and advancement of women of color, we proudly honor Jamila Thomas with the Maura Women Helping Women Award.”

“For empowering a spirit of service through a lifelong commitment to forging partnerships and initiatives that foster inclusive communities for everyone, we recognize Cimajie Best with the Young Leader Award.”

“For empowering wellness by normalizing the significance of well-being among Latina youth and single mothers, and navigating the acculturation process alongside mental health professionals, we recognize Hilda McClure with the Young Leader Award.”

Hattie Hill closed out the program and thanked everyone for coming. She told of the upcoming luncheon at the Omni Hotel on November 1 and the 2025 Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on May 8.

About Texas Women’s Foundation:

As Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) nears its 40^th year, it is clear that now more than ever is the time to elevate Texas women. By working with women, families and communities, they are building a stronger, more equitable Texas. TXWF raises funding from a broad base of donors, including individuals, foundations and corporations. These resources support more than $7.1 million in investments that advance economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls through timely research, advocacy, grants and strategic initiatives. Since inception in 1985, TXWF has invested $78.9 million in women and girls. Their statewide research on issues affecting women and girls provides decision-makers and lawmakers with critical data to inform policies, practices and programs in the state. Its advocacy, grantmaking and leadership initiatives support solutions that help Texas women and girls thrive. In addition, Texas Women’s Foundation is an acknowledged leader and advocate in the gender lens investing movement and has deployed 100 percent of its invested assets – endowments, operating investments and donor-advised funds – in a gendered impact portfolio that yields strong financial returns and social benefits to women and girls. For more information, visit www.txwf.org, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram or donate now

Beautiful art accompanied by stunning views of downtown Dallas at the home of Kathryn and Craig Hall in the Hall Arts Residences were the perfect backdrop for the Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award patron party, honoring the 2024 award recipient James W. Keyes. Former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster Inc., Keyes exemplifies the great legacy of leadership and service to the Dallas community by former Dallas mayor, the late Robert S. Folsom. Established in 2005 by Methodist Health System Foundation, the award will be presented to Keyes at a celebratory evening event on May 17 at the Hilton Anatole. The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to community leadership, emulating the achievements of Folsom, who is known for his immense contributions to the growth of Dallas, which included planting the seeds for an Arts District downtown.

Guests enjoyed a variety of Hall wines and bites while mingling and admiring the Hall’s extensive art collection and views of the city from the terrace.

Craig Hall welcomed guests to their home for an event honoring their longtime friends Jim and Margo Keyes. He expressed gratitude that he and Kathryn were able to host this special occasion honoring Jim.

Kathryn Hall echoed Craig’s remarks, welcoming guests and sharing that the Keyes had been dear friends for many years. She thanked the attendees for their support of a vital health system in Dallas, “making Methodist such an important part of our community – it’s beautiful and awe-inspiring.”

The evening highlighted Jim’s many accolades, including his new book – Education is Freedom: The Future is in Your Hands. Kathryn Hall continued, “It’s a tribute to issues Jim holds dear – a meaningful symbol of his lifelong commitment to education. Jim is a perfect recipient of the Robert Folsom Award. Folsom was a symbol of leadership, integrity and commitment to our city, and Jim naturally demonstrates many of Bob Folsom’s strongest attributes.”

Methodist Health System Foundation President James M. Johnston then shared how much he had enjoyed getting to know the Keyes over the last few months and reiterated that Jim Keyes was a perfect selection for this honor. He shared that multiple generations of the Folsom family had been committed supporters of Methodist over the years and that Keyes possesses these same qualities of “character, honor, integrity, and giving back to this city.”

Johnston also recognized co-chairs Nancy Ann and Ray Hunt, Carolyn and David Miller, and Lottye and Bobby Lyle, stating that Nancy Ann and David were former recipients along with Linda and Mitch Hart, who were also in attendance. He thanked the presenting sponsors, including The Lupe Murchison Foundation, and their three trustees in attendance: Jerry Smith and his wife, Gail; Robert McCullough and his wife, Charleen, and Mike Redden and his wife, Elaine. He also recognized the support of Jewel and Roland Parrish, Mary and Rich Templeton (2023 Folsom Award recipients), Mary and Mike Terry, and Margo and Jim Keyes.

Johnston acknowledged the incredible leaders of the Methodist family: Chairman of the Methodist Health System Foundation Board of Trustees Steve Folsom representing the Folsom family; CEO of Methodist Health System, Jim Scoggin and his wife, Missy; President of Methodist Health System, Pam Stoyanoff, as well as the presidents of Methodist hospitals throughout the DFW Metroplex. 

He shared how the proceeds will be used for this year’s event. “Jim Keyes has graciously designated that the proceeds from this year’s event support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. This project is extremely meaningful as the NICU is a crucial component in supporting Methodist’s mission to serve an ever-increasing number of disadvantaged families, particularly in the Southern Sector.”

Johnston recognized that when Keyes learned that the transformation of the NICU was the highest priority of Methodist Health System, he said, “Even though Margo and I do not have children of our own, much of our effort goes toward helping young people…so, in this way, we have many children who can benefit from our efforts. Therefore, supporting the NICU at Methodist Dallas would fit nicely into this purpose.” 

Johnston concluded that this event had already raised just over $1.6 million, which was among this event’s most successful Folsom efforts. “This is a huge tribute to Jim Keyes and to the great service Methodist Health System provides to those most in need in our community.” 

Jim Keyes expressed his thanks and shared two stories. The first one centered on the day Bobby Lyle invited him to a breakfast meeting “just to catch up,” but upon being escorted to a private room, he knew something was up. During that breakfast discussion, he was asked to be the honoree and to pick a theme for the event. Keyes said, “I picked gratitude.” He then expressed gratitude to all the chairs and honorees before him and shared he was grateful for Robert Folsom. “Folsom was Dallas. When Margo and I came here 35 years ago, we fell in love and are so proud of this city. We want to do more. This is a place where you can think big, and people respond to that.”

He also shared he was grateful for the timing of this special occasion. “Bob Folsom was chairman of the board of trustees for the Dallas Independent School District, and he truly cared about kids who didn’t have opportunities.” Keyes then explained that one of his first speaking engagements after his book came out in 2024 was at Sunset High School in Southern Dallas.  He was able to share a photo of Snoop Dog reading a copy of his book, and the students were immediately engaged! The students were then given autographed copies of Education Is Freedom – with one book containing a $100 bill.  As the books were being distributed, it was totally serendipitous when the student who received the $100 book was the valedictorian of the senior class. “It was a beautiful and emotional moment.”

Keyes concluded, “I have such gratitude for all of this -- for tonight, for this honor, for the entire Methodist organization -- and I thank you all for this honor.”

Last year alone, Methodist Health System provided more than $182 million in unreimbursed charity care. The Folsom event has been recognized as one of Dallas’ largest fundraising events and has raised more than $22 million since 2005 to benefit Methodist Health System’s programs and services.

Past Folsom Leadership Award recipients include Robert S. Folsom (2005), Nancy Ann Hunt (2006), Troy Aikman (2007), first lady Laura Bush (2008), the late Norman Brinker (2009), Pat and Emmitt Smith (2010), Trevor Rees-Jones (2011), Mike Boone (2012), Rev. Mark Craig (2013), Dr. Bobby B. Lyle (2014), Jack Lowe, Jr., (2015),  Dr. R. Gerald Turner (2016), David B. Miller (2017), Texas Sen. Royce West, (2018), Michael S. Rawlings (2019), Linda and Mitch Hart (2021), and Mary and Rich Templeton (2023).

About Methodist Health System

Methodist Health System (Methodist) is a faith-based organization with a Mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness, offering nationally recognized medical services, a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation), and more than two-dozen clinics located throughout the region. Methodist has renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. The non-profit Methodist Health System provided more than $182 million in charity care in fiscal year 2023.  Additional information is available at MethodistHealthSystem.org.

About Methodist Health System Foundation

Methodist Health System Foundation is a nonprofit foundation led by community and civic leaders who donate their time, service, and expertise to raise funds for hospital projects. For those interested in supporting the Robert S. Folsom Award, please contact Methodist Health System Foundation Vice President Joy Duncan at 214-947-4585 or joyduncan@mhd.com. More information is available at Methodisthealthsystem.org/RobertSFolsomLeadershipAward.

No Cinco de Mayo celebration is complete without the stable of premium dips offered by ¡Yo Quiero! including their signature guacamoles, queso, salsas, and bean dips as part of their line-up of  ‘better for you’ snacking options.  

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In recent years, ¡Yo Quiero! has increasingly become a staple on grocery shelves, catering to the growing demand for fresh, convenient, and healthier snack options. As the ultimate Dip Destination for Cinco de Mayo, their current offerings include:

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Dallas’ Dr. Charlotte Hodges is one of three bariatric surgeons featured in TLC’s new series “Botched Bariatrics.” The show tells the stories of patients who have suffered profoundly since their original bariatric surgeries were performed, and how new teams of bariatric and plastic surgeons take on the arduous and difficult task of correcting the prior surgical mistakes so that patients can have their lives back.  

“Patients turn to bariatric surgery to help them lose weight and regain control of their lives, and unfortunately, sometimes these surgeries, when poorly performed, create even more problems,” said Dr. Hodges. “I’m honored to be featured on this new show with other doctors who are working to correct some of the worst cases and enable patients to begin living the transformed lives they envisioned when first undergoing bariatric surgery.”

“Botched Bariatrics” is debuting as a three-part series, with shows on May 15^th (“Cut the Crap”), May 22^nd (“Holy Moly”) and May 29^th (“Butt Out”).  The patients highlighted are all in dire need of help, ranging from a woman who can only eat pureed food to a man living with explosive bowels. Dr. Hodges’ patients are featured in the first two episodes on the 15^th and 22^nd. The trailer for “Botched Bariatrics” can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NOhuzXOvdE

About Dr. Hodges

Dr. Charlotte Hodges is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery. She is an Advanced Laparoscopic General and Bariatric Surgeon who has practiced in DFW since 2011. She has performed over 3000 general and bariatric procedures. Dr. Hodges received her medical degree from Texas A&M University Health Science Center and completed her general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center. She is a Fellow and member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery as well as a member of the Obesity Medicine Association, Texas Medical Association and Dallas County Medical Society.  She is the Chair of the Surgery Department at White Rock Medical Center and the center’s Bariatric Director.

Dr. Hodges offers her patients both medical and surgical weight loss options, and performs all weight loss procedures, including laparoscopic revision bariatric surgery.

Dr. Hodges made Dallas her home in 2006 when she began her surgical residency. She met her husband during her fourth year of residency, and they had their daughter, Margie, in 2015.  She enjoys playing Mah Jong and revels in being a cheer mom.