Dallas/Fort Worth Events July 11, 2009
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| Concerts 510030 | July JazzFamilies can picnic and listen to live music from some of the top area jazz musicians. 800..ADDISON http://www.addisontexas.net Ongoing Each Sat 7/11/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 438661 | Science of SpyingThe interactive Science of Spying exhibit gives eager spy-wannabes of all ages an opportunity to experience the latest spy gadgets and techniques - including remote-control spy planes, night-vision goggles, biometric scanning, computer systems infiltration, and the dolphin spy camera. Visitors also learn how to detect liars, crack safes, and find hidden clues. 214.428.5555 http://www.natureandscience.org Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 1/4/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $13.75; Seniors & Students (12-18) $12; Children (3-11) $9.75 |
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| Exhibits 437396 | George Washington CarverGeorge Washington Carver follows Carver's entire life and career as scientist, conservationist, educator, and humanitarian. The exhibit brings together more than one hundred artifacts, animated and live videos, interactive displays, and a re-creation of the Jesup wagon, his mobile classroom. 214.565.9026 http://www.aamdallas.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 3/27/09 - 10/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 437336 | Treasures from the EarthTreasures from the Earth features a collection of diamonds, gems, precious metals, rare minerals, pearls, and fossils - many of which are on loan from exclusive collectors and have never been exhibited in public. The exhibit includes interactive activities for kids and adults. 972.562.5566 http://www.heardmuseum.org Ongoing Daily 4/3/09 - 4/4/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 504708 | Diego Rivera: The Cubist Portraits, 1913-1917Diego Rivera: The Cubist Portraits, 1913-1917 is the first exhibition ever to focus exclusively on this aspect of Rivera's career. The exhibit features about 30 paintings and drawings, many on display in public for the first time. A corollary exhibit, Mexican Art at the Meadows, runs in the downstairs galleries and showcases lithographs by Rivera and other Mexican artists. 214.768.2516 http://www.mea... seumdallas.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/21/09 - 9/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 510199 | KidsArts/Kids' Works 2009KidsArts/Kids' Works 2009 features painting, photography, sculpture, and more by KidsArts 2009 Summer Camp participants. 972.252.7558 http://www.irvingartscenter.com Ongoing Daily 6/27/09 - 8/23/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During gallery hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 493149 | Native Texas ButterfliesVisitors are immersed among hundreds of butterflies in an 800-square foot butterfly house. 972.562.5566 http://www.heardmuseum.org Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-18 Time: During regular hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 517276 | Taste of DallasThe festival's many food booths spotlight dozens of area restaurants, while other activities include live music, a carnival, arts and crafts, and a kids' area. Samples of food run about $2-$5; admission is free. http://www.tasteofdallas.org Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 12n-11pm; Sat 1pm-11pm; Sun 12:30pm-7pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 579808 | Black HolesViewers of the planetarium show at UT-Arlington can explore how mammoth stars make a black hole and help figure out where they might lead. 817.272.1183 planetarium@uta.edu http://www.uta.edu/planetarium Ongoing Each Thu, Sat, Sun 6/1/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 11-19 Time: Thu 7pm; Sat 6pm; Sun 1pm Cost: $2-$5 |
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| Films 579809 | Secret of the Cardboard RocketViewers of the planetarium show at UT-Arlington can join two children on a magical journey through the solar system, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. 817.272.1183 planetarium@uta.edu http://www.uta.edu/planetarium Ongoing Each Tue, Thu, Sat 6/1/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: Tue & Thu 2pm; Sat 1pm Cost: $2-$5 |
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| Films 579811 | Stars of the PharaohsViewers of the planetarium show at UT-Arlington can travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align huge buildings. 817.272.1183 planetarium@uta.edu http://www.uta.edu/planetarium Ongoing Each Tue, Sat, Sun 6/1/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 11-19 Time: Tue & Sat 7pm; Sun 3pm Cost: $2-$5 |
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| Films 505473 | Teen Movie Time: Iron Man (PG-13)Teens are invited to watch a free screening of the feature film at the library. 214.509.4900 http://www.cit... tments/library 7/11/09 Ages: 13-17 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 231278 | Cry Baby MatineeFirst-run, grown-up films are featured for parents with their little ones. Lights are kept dimmed, the sound is turned down, and baby changing tables are available. 972.444.FILM http://www.ang... no/events.asp Ongoing Each Thu, Sat 7/7/07 - 7/28/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 11am Cost: Adults $6.50; Children (under 5) free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 444733 | Discover Together: PaddlingFamilies can learn all about canoeing and kayaking together - including tips on safety, techniques, and regional spots that are great for future family outings. Register in advance; space is limited. 214.398.8722 http://www.tx.... g/Trinity.html 7/11/09 Ages: 5-13 Time: 10am-12n Cost: Adults $20; Children $10 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 373473 | Your Incredible BodyThe exhibit features 24 interactive kiosks with multimedia games and learning stations that allow kids to explore the immune system, digestion, DNA, and more. 214.428.5555 http://www.natureandscience.org Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 209097 | Ice Age DallasVisitors can see fossils including the mammoth that lived 20,000 years ago and once grazed along the banks of the Trinity River where Dallas stands today. Also on display is a life-sized robotic Glyptodont, which became extinct 10,000 years ago and is a close relative of modern armadillos. 214.428.5555 http://www.natureandscience.org Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 209099 | Texas DinosaursThe exhibit focuses on dinosaurs that once lived in Texas, as well as a light-hearted look at how dinosaurs appear in modern pop culture, including comic books, video games, and theme park rides. 214.428.5555 http://www.natureandscience.org Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Other Events 509715 | Borders Kids' Summer Reading ChallengeKids can hit the books this summer by taking part in Borders Kids' Summer Reading Challenge. Children pick up Challenge Forms at participating Borders locations, read eight books, list them on the form, and return the form to Borders in exchange for a coupon for one $4.99 Reading Challenge item. Details are available online. http://www.bordersstores.com Ongoing Daily 6/16/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-12 Time: During business hours Cost: Unknown |
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| Presentations 517134 | The Happiest BabyMetroMoms invites new moms (and spouses and grandparents) to a luncheon and presentation. An educator teaches guests the difference between normal crying and colic, and how to enact some proven soothing techniques. Each mom receives a gift bag and is entered to win prizes including the luxury Micralite TORO Stroller. RSVP required. 817.913.0558 http://www.MetroMomsEvents.com 7/11/09 Ages: Adults Only Time: 11am-1pm Cost: $30 |
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| Puppet Shows 580494 | The Wizard of OzA marionette version of the classic tale. 214.369.4849 http://www.slappysplayhouse.com Ongoing Each Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/27/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-12 Time: Wed 10:30am; Fri-Sat 10:30am &1pm; Sun 2pm Cost: Adults $9; Seniors & Children $8 |
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| Shows 507792 | ArtaniaArtania is a cirque-style show under the big top featuring the legendary Kantemirov Family Cossack warriors, breath-taking horsemanship, acrobatic artistry, and more. http://cirquea... eventbrite.com Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/11/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Thu-Fri 8pm; Sat 3pm & 7pm; Sun 2pm & 6pm Cost: $35 |
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| Shows 448597 | The Neverending StoryMichael Ende's classic fantasy novel comes to life on stage. Note: No performances July 4-5. 214.978.0110 http://www.dct.org Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 6/19/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-19 Time: Fri 7:30pm; Sat 1:30pm; Sun 1:30pm & 4:30pm Cost: $12-$22 |
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| Shows 441391 | Willy Wonka, Jr.The Drama Queens' youth performers bring Roald Dahl's classic children's novel to life on stage. http://www.thedramaqueens.com Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Adults $10; Children $8 |
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| Shows 435051 | Little Shop of HorrorsCasa Manana presents the hit Broadway musical about a man-eating plant. 817.332.2272 http://www.casamanana.org Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Tue-Thu 7:30pm; Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun 2pm & 7pm Cost: $30-$75 |
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| Shows 428554 | A Chorus LineDallas Summer Musicals presents the classic Broadway musical. Note: additional performance on Thu, Jul 16 at 2pm. 214.421.5678 http://www.dal... ermusicals.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/7/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: Tue-Fri 8pm; Sat-Sun 2pm & 8pm Cost: $15-$85 |
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| Shows 410449 | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatAndrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway musical about the biblical saga of Joseph comes to the Granbury. 800.547.4697 http://www.gra... operahouse.org Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 7/9/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Thu 7:30pm; Fri-Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm Cost: Adults $20-$29; Children (12 and under) $10-$14.50 |
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| Shows 341444 | Big RiverBig River is a Tony Award-winning musical based on Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. 817.275.7661 http://www.theatrearlington.org Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/19/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Thu 7:30pm; Fri-Sat 8pm; Sun 2pm Cost: $18-$20 |
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| Shows 193733 | Slappy and Monday's Variety ShowA live variety show featuring acclaimed clowns Tiffany "Slappy" Riley and Dick Monday, who bring their unique vaudeville genius to the stage. Along with Slappy and Monday, the show brims with the talents of world-class magicians, marionettes, and circus stars. 214.369.4849 http://www.slappysplayhouse.com Ongoing Each Sat 6/2/07 - 12/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: 4pm Cost: Adults $9; Children $8 |
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| Special Events 443333 | Discovery Days: Discovering WaterThe museum's Discovery Days series of mini-festivals focuses on a different theme each month and features hands-on activities, demonstrations, presentations, and more. This month's theme is discovering water. 214.428.5555 http://www.natureandscience.org 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: During regular hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Special Events 504849 | Dallas Library Activity Series: Wild ThingsThe Dallas Public Library's summer activity series at the mall continues with a creative performance of Where the Wild Things Are. Located between Nordstrom and Macy's. 214.361.6345 http://www.northparkcenter.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Special Events 508042 | Kidgits Safe SummerKidgits Klub members can learn about safety and summer fun through interactive and educational stations. Radio Disney is on hand with games and giveaways. Non-members who wish to sign up (for a $5 annual membership fee) can visit the Guest Services booth or log on to www.simonkidgitsclub.com. Located in the mall's center court. 972.255.0571 http://www.sim... lt.aspx?ID=216 7/11/09 Ages: 0-8 Time: 12n-2pm Cost: Members free; Non-members $5 annual fee |
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| Sports 106958 | The Stockyards Championship RodeoBuckin' broncos, calf roping, bareback riding, and more - all you'd expect to see at a rodeo, in fact! 817.625.1025 http://www.cowtowncoliseum.com/ Ongoing Each Fri, Sat 1/6/06 - 1/7/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm Cost: Adults $9.50 and up; Seniors $7.50 and up; Children $6 |
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| Workshops 508039 | Kidgits Craft KornerKidgits Klub members can enjoy a variety of craft activities each Saturday in the mall's food court area near the soft play area. Non-members who wish to sign up (for a $5 annual membership fee) can visit the Guest Services booth or log on to www.simonkidgitsclub.com. 972.255.0571 http://www.sim... lt.aspx?ID=216 Ongoing Each Sat 7/4/09 - 8/29/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-8 Time: 11am-2pm Cost: Members free; Non-members $5 annual fee |
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| Workshops 515533 | Drop-in Art Studio: Cut Paper Cubist PortraitsIn conjunction with the Diego Rivera: The Cubist Portraits exhibit, families can join a free drop-in art workshop to make their own cut paper cubist portraits. Note: Does not include free admission to Rivera exhibition. 214.768.4677 http://www.mea... seumdallas.org 7/11/09 Ages: 3-18 Time: 11am-2pm Cost: Free |
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| Workshops 509394 | Jolly JellyfishKids can drop in to make their own jellyfish crafts. The toy store's weekly craft activities take place each Saturday. http://www.lakeshorelearning.com 7/11/09 Ages: 3-12 Time: 11am-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Workshops 503459 | Village AcademyKids can participate in a variety of living history classes that focus on topics such as Victorian manners, pioneer cooking, pottery techniques, and more. Call or visit the website for specific topics each week. Classes are divided by age groups. Registration is required at least one week in advance by phone or email. 214.413.3674 reservations@d... agevillage.org http://www.dal... agevillage.org Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 7/11/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-11 Time: Sat 10am-12n; Sun 12n-2pm Cost: $15 |
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