The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer

Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement. Read More »

Canine Calm: Anti-Anxiety Tips for Dogs

Research shows that a number of strategies can help soothe anxious dogs both from immediate terror and ongoing anxiety associated with fireworks and other triggering situations. Read More »

Safari Nights at the Zoo

Safari Nights at the Dallas Zoo through July 2, include live music from the area's best tribute bands, popular animals, special keeper chats and encounters, food truck fare, craft beer Read More »

Experience the History of Blackland Prairie Farming

The American Association of Museums accredited Heritage Farmstead Museum, in Plano, is the premiere living history site interpreting the Texas Blackland Prairie region in North Texas. Read More »

North Texas Electric Transportation Compact

The North Texas Electric Transportation Compact was created this year to provide a mechanism for governments, large employers and educational institutions Read More »

John Bunker Sands Learning Tree Training Workshop

Linda Dunn, Education Manager of the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, a Texan by Nature Conservation Partner, will lead a Project Learning Tree workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read More »

Taking the Guesswork Out of Gardening

The North Havens Gardens (NHG) Garden Coach program has grown to include three talented staff members over the last 15 years, each with an extensive and unique background Read More »

Summer Tidings in North Texas

As North Texas settles into what promises to be one of our hottest summers on record, I’m challenged to imagine frolicking summer fun here. Read More »

Try Music and Muscle Relaxation to Lower Surgery Anxiety

Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help. Read More »

Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features

People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features. Read More »

Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke

A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors. Read More »

Consider Herbs from Traditional Asian Medicine for Diabetes

Researchers examined medical databases and ethnic medical books to discover which diabetes medicines were effective in ancient indigenous medical systems. Read More »