Forest Forward

Happy Mother’s Day from Forest Forward!

Today, our Director of Development, Trisha Watson, is honoring her mother, Liz Watson, whose life was filled with music, movement, joy, and service to others.

Some of Trisha’s fondest memories are playing piano duets together and family singalongs while her mother played the ukulele or banjo. A professor of Physical Education at UMKC, Liz specialized in helping educators work with children and adults with disabilities and mobility challenges. She also coached women’s basketball, taught sports ranging from racquetball to archery, and led a summer program that gave adults with disabilities the opportunity to experience arts, sports, and community in meaningful ways.

At home, life with Liz was just as lively. Summer evenings often ended with backyard badminton matches, and family road trips to Florida packed five kids into a tiny trailer for unforgettable adventures.

“There was never a dull moment with Liz Watson!”

Today, we celebrate mothers and mother figures like Liz whose love, energy, and impact continue to shape generations. Happy Mother’s Day to all who nurture, inspire, and build community every day.

The Forest Theater, 1949. Check out a few photos from back in the day!

The Forest Theater has long been a cultural cornerstone in South Dallas. It has been a space where community, creativity, and connection came to life.

We are proud to be part of restoring its legacy and reimagining what it can be for the next generation.

is here, and we’re spotlighting the creatives shaping culture right here in Dallas. 🎨✨
Show some love to , .com_, .mando, , and —5 artists rooted in community, storytelling, and creative expression.
Tap in, follow, share, and support local. This is what it means to invest in our culture.

Which artists should we feature next week? Please tag artists of ALL types from performing to visual to photographers, and more!

ForTheCulture