As I was leaving White Rock Lake Park, this library caught my eye. Peavy Road is quite busy and I…read morefeared stopping here so I continued to the next side street and was able to stop my vehicle there and pop over to the library. Painted a mint green with a wooden roof and wooden door that has a single clear panel, the library is quite full. I was able to add a couple of paperbacks to the collection as I am reducing the size of my own home library. I also grabbed a book to read today, Alex Trebek's biography that is now back into circulation. This is charter number 61091 and the online caption reads, "I have been enamored with the idea of the Little Free Library ever since I saw one for the first time while jogging in Tyler, TX. I said to myself "What IS this magic?!" Years later, I am finally the proud librarian of my very own Little Free Library. Fully stocked and ready for sharing. Let the adventure begin!" There is no steward contact information listed. [Review 752 of 2024 - 511 in Texas - 21783 overall]

Parking can be iffy -- try to go when it's not so busy, whenever that is. The "upscale" part has…read morenice items, the other building is OK, but not great. I like the "last call" building but didn't find much there. I've never donated anything so I can't say what that's like.

Great thrift store that supports the community. Store is clean and items displayed nicely. Prices…read moreare good. They also have an upper scale store with designer clothes.

Branded as a thrift store but more expensive than a normal thrift store. I think it's better to…read moreapproach SCT as a gift store rather than a thrift store. Lots of kitschy pet themed and animal themed items. I found something I could gift to everyone in my life. I'll be back to buy Christmas gifts. A good mix of new and used items.

This is the best thrift store I have been to in Dallas. The staff are amazing. Beth is one of…read morethe main employees I deal with and she is their secret stylist. Styled me for an event and definitely found me some great things. This store supports animal rescue too which is close to my heart. If you find yourself in east Dallas make sure to make the trip here. Thrifted items but also lots of great boutique items. Perfect place to find a great gift, do your holiday shopping or get some unique for yourself.

George C. Bible considerably worn, binding failing, and…read morecover needed replacing. This Bible was with me in Africa to train pastors. Considering the work needed the price was reasonable, but they are busy so expect a while to get it back. Couldn't be more satisfied with the work.

I called to see about getting my grandson's Bible repaired. It looked like he had played a few…read moregames of basketball with it. The back was off, but the inside Bible itself was intact. The price quoted was a lot with a 10 week wait! But after they explained what repair entailed and what to look for when purchasing a BIble that lasts, I understood. I didn't get the name of the person that spoke to me, but she had excellent customer service skills and she used them, taking time to explain the process so very kindly. I decided to just buy the kid a new Bible (one not glued, but sown together, her recommendation) but if I ever need a book repair service, they will surely get my business. And, I'll be sure to pass on their info. Customer service is a lost art, but not at The Book Doctor!

Dallas has a great Arts District. In just a few blocks of downtown, there are several museums (DMA,…read moreCrow, Nasher), performance halls (Meyerson, Winspear, Moody), and more. If you're exploring the area, Green Family Art Foundation should be on your itinerary. Although its a newer organization (founded in 2021), this non-profit art foundation is already making a huge name for itself in Dallas and beyond. It hosts three exhibits per year in its gallery and makes grants to museums for the benefit of and to educate others about contemporary artists and their work. I stopped by this past Saturday after a visit to the DMA. I was devasted to miss a past exhibit ("A Room Hung with Thoughts: British Painting Now," when I was visiting Dallas last May - I missed the exhibit by one week), so I was determined not to miss their current exhibit when I was back in town last weekend. I made it this time! The foundation's gallery is just a couple of blocks from the DMA and one block from the Nasher and the Crow (include it in your art crawl). It's not large, but it's free to visit, and if their past exhibits are any indication, they'll have some interesting contemporary art on display when you visit. The current exhibit - "Fields of Vision: Dallas Collects" - is open through August 2026, and it was incredible. It brings together artworks acquired by Dallas collectors since 2020. I was welcomed when I walked in and offered a free gallery guide (a very nice booklet, which I took a copy of so that I could look up the artists at home later). Then I was off. There are plenty of interesting pieces in the exhibit, but I was particularly drawn to pieces by Kohshin Finley, Jeffrey Gibson, Jammie Holmes, Danielle McKinney, Ravelle Pillay, Berndnaut Smilde, and Grace Weaver. (I only knew of McKinney and Holmes before my visit.) Stop by when you're next in the area and get inspired by works by artists working today. I'm glad it's made a home in Dallas, and I look forward to my next visit. (Also, follow them on Instagram, for lots of great posts about art and artists!)

This was a cool art exhibit to check out with a lots of awesome exhibits. The rooms were spacious…read morewith lots of room for you to navigate through the rooms. I encourage you to go check out the art.

This is a great local consignment store run by my friend Jessica. I met her in Book Club. She takes…read moredonations. She donates to local nonprofits. She is literally one of us in the community doing the thing and I'm super proud of her. one of the many awesome businesses newly opened over in East dock. Come check out the shop! You are guaranteed to find some fun new treasures!

Fun environment, great selection! The t-shirt game is in point. Hipster vibes. Love seeing this…read morearea of Oak Cliff developing. Support Local!

Very solid coffee and take the time to check this place out. Very cool store set up and very…read morecommunity oriented.

Ok, this is a mixed review. Since visiting, I've learned more about the heartbeat and mission of…read morethis place- FIVE STARS for the mission. It's incredibly adorable. I loved the bright decorations. On the particular day I visited, the location was jam packed. There was a very large group of older woman and few empty seats. The main con for me is that the location smelled overwhelmingly like cigarettes / people who smoke. My friend said it smelled like sewage, so YMMV, but either way was not a good smell. I get severe headaches from cigarette smoke so we left and went to Ascenion. Now in reading more reviews of this spot, I see they hire those who may otherwise have trouble finding jobs, and I think they do a lot of good for the community. I LOVE this mission and vision. I would be glad to come back and simply enjoy coffee outside when the heat calms down. Just wanted to write this review in case anyone else is really sensitive to smells before visiting as a warning! It may have just been the day I visited, but I wasn't prepared for it.

My friend and I had a great time browsing the store. They have so many cute stationery items, knick…read moreknacks, art prints, and jewelry. Their selection feels very curated and has a beautiful vibe. The store is rather quiet and there is plenty of room to walk around. Staff is not pushy and mostly doesn't circulate on the floor, which I appreciate. It takes the pressure off browsing! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful if you need anything and will have genuine conversations with you during check out! The only downside, is this store is located in the Bishop Arts area where parking is scarce. I'd recommend coming during a weekday, if you're able, as parking is more manageable! Once parked, this area is bustling with lots of other cute shops as well!

Ah, 1976. The birth of VHS, Apple, inkjets, floppy discs, and Son of Sam murders, plus Ryan…read moreReynolds, Peyton Manning, Reese Witherspoon, Chadwick Boseman, Cillian Murphy, Colin Farrell, Chester from Linkin Park, Blake Shelton, Baby Spice, and Benebatch Cumberdick. So, is it called 1976 because many believe it is the most consequential year in the history of modern China? (It's Chinese-American owned). Or is the birth year of one of the Law family siblings? I'd guess it's bridging old school 1976 analog craftsmanship with the digital revolution-led letterpress and screen printing, since the store is the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, with a fully operational letterpress studio (they produce their own stationery), housing vintage, antique printing presses. They also curate independent art and host hands-on workshops. So, the name We Are 1976 suggests a collective identity rooted in a specific era, and their tagline "our dear assembly" is likely their way of saying, "This is the group of people, machines, and beautiful objects we have gathered together." Honestly, I just went in looking for a bathroom. They are 1976 but I was #2.