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Dallas/Fort Worth Events July 13, 2009

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Exhibits
438661

Science of Spying


The 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

Museum of Nature & Science

1318 South 2nd Avenue
Dallas, TX75210


Exhibits
437336

Treasures from the Earth


Treasures 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

The Heard Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

1 Nature Place
Mc Kinney, TX75069


Exhibits
510199

KidsArts/Kids' Works 2009


KidsArts/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

Irving Arts Center

3333 North MacArthur Boulavard
Irving, TX75062


Exhibits
493149

Native Texas Butterflies


Visitors 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

The Heard Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

1 Nature Place
Mc Kinney, TX75069


Films
504326

Harkins Summer Movie Fun: Kit Kittredge (G)


Harkins Theatres' Southlake 14 cinemaplex hosts a series of G- and PG-rated family movies during the summer. Season tickets for up to 10 movies can be purchased in advance for $5, or single-movie tickets can be purchased for $2 at the door. Each week features a different movie; this week's showing is Kit Kittredge: An American Girl.
817.310.0345
http://www.harkinstheatres.com
Ongoing Daily 7/13/09 - 7/17/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-12
Time: 9:45am
Cost: $2

Southlake 14

1450 Plaza Place
Southlake, TX76092


Films
494333

Summer Children's Series: Jimmy Neutron (G)


Studio Movie Grill's summer children's series continues with Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius. The series features a different family movie each week during the summer, Mon-Thu at 11am, with special low ticket prices. Also takes place at the Arlington, Lewisville, and Plano locations.
214.361.2966
http://www.studiomoviegrill.com
Ongoing Daily 7/13/09 - 7/16/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: 11am
Cost: Adults $2; Children $1

Studio Movie Grill

11170 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX75243


Library Programs
517210

The Kinders


Brian and Terri Kinder perform foot-stomping, interactive music for children. Admission is free, but tickets are required, as space is limited. Tickets for the first show are given out starting at 2pm, and for the second show starting at 2:30pm.
214.509.4900
http://www.cit... tments/library
7/13/09

Ages: 2-10
Time: 2:30pm & 3:45pm
Cost: Free

Allen Public Library and Civic Auditorium

300 North Allen Drive
Allen, TX75013


Library Programs
504766

Family Movie: National Treasure: Book of Secrets


Families can enjoy a free screening of National Treasure: Book of Secrets (PG) at the library.
972.769.4200
http://www.planolibrary.org
7/13/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

LER Schimelpfenig Library

5024 Custer Road
Plano, TX75023


Ongoing Exhibits
373473

Your Incredible Body


The 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

Museum of Nature & Science

1318 South 2nd Avenue
Dallas, TX75210


Ongoing Exhibits
209097

Ice Age Dallas


Visitors 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

Museum of Nature & Science

1318 South 2nd Avenue
Dallas, TX75210


Ongoing Exhibits
209099

Texas Dinosaurs


The 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

Museum of Nature & Science

1318 South 2nd Avenue
Dallas, TX75210


Other Events
509715

Borders Kids' Summer Reading Challenge


Kids 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

Borders Books & Music

10720 Preston Road, Suite 1018
Dallas, TX75230


Special Events
498774

Week of Summer Fun: Vocal Trash


The mall's week of summer fun kicks off with Vocal Trash, a high-octane stage group that provides an afternoon of music, dance, and comedy - plus audience participation - just for kids. Held in Grand Court (lower level near Neiman Marcus).
972.202.4900
http://www.shopwillowbend.com
7/13/09

Ages: 3-12
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

The Shops at Willow Bend

6121 West Park Boulevard
Plano, TX75093


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