Dallas/Fort Worth Events July 2, 2009
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| Concerts 448825 | Cool Thursdays: 4 Way StreetThe arboretum's Cool Thursdays summer concert series continues with a performance by 4 Way Street, a Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young cover band. Families are invited to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics. Advance tickets are available. 214.515.6518 http://www.dallasarboretum.org 7/2/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm Cost: Adults $14; Children $7 |
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| Concerts 498553 | Concerts in the Garden: Family Fireworks PicnicThe Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra's 19th annual summer music festival continues with an Independence Day celebration featuring patriotic songs and marches. All concerts in the series are followed by a fireworks show. Advance tickets available by phone or online. 817.665.6000 http://www.fwsymphony.org Ongoing Daily 7/2/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm Cost: Tables: Adults $22-$45; Children $10-$45. Lawn: Adults $15-$18; Children (10 & under) 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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| Farms & Gardens 525512 | The Farmer Duck TourKids can enjoy a storytime featuring Martin Waddell and Helen Oxenbury's book Farmer Duck, followed by the chance to learn about history through hands-on activities like feeding chickens, grinding corn, churning butter, and more. Wagon rides also included in price (extra $3 for adults). 972.881.0140 http://heritagefarmstead.org Ongoing Each Thu 6/11/09 - 8/13/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-7 Time: 10am-11:30am Cost: Adults free; Children $5 |
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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 504323 | Harkins Summer Movie Fun: Madagascar: Escape 2...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 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG). 817.310.0345 http://www.harkinstheatres.com Ongoing Daily 6/29/09 - 7/3/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: 9:45am Cost: $2 |
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| Films 502174 | Stars under the Stars: Top Gun (PG)Sundance Square's outdoor film series, Stars under the Stars, wraps up with Top Gun on a giant screen in the Chisholm Trail Parking Lot. Visitors can bring blankets or lawn chairs and purchase refreshments on-site; outside food and drinks not allowed. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7:30pm, and the movie begins at dusk. http://www.sundancesquare.com 7/2/09 Ages: 10-19 Time: Movie begins at dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 494326 | Summer Children's Series: Happy Feet (PG)Studio Movie Grill's summer children's series continues with Happy Feet. 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 6/29/09 - 7/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 11am Cost: Adults $2; Children $1 |
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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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| Library Programs 504748 | Beat the Drum with Len BarnettKids in grades one to five can afternoon of music made with a variety of noisy objects. 972.769.4250 http://www.planolibrary.org 7/2/09 Ages: 6-11 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 504738 | Texas Magic and Tomfoolery with Brett RobertsKids in grades one to five can enjoy a magic and comedy show at the library. 972.941.7175 http://www.planolibrary.org 7/2/09 Ages: 6-11 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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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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| 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 428552 | Chitty Chitty Bang BangDallas Summer Musicals presents a musical production based on the classic movie about a flying car. Note: No 8pm performance on Sat, Jul 4. 214.421.5678 http://www.dal... ermusicals.org Ongoing Daily 6/23/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: Mon-Fri 8pm; Sat-Sun 2pm & 8pm Cost: $14-$71 |
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| Shows 410447 | America the BeautifulAn annual patriotic musical production celebrating America. 800.547.4697 http://www.gra... operahouse.org Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/11/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 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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| Special Events 493139 | Free Thursday NightsEvery Thursday night from May through July, visitors receive free admission to the Nasher to enjoy live entertainment, yoga in the garden, and more. 214.242.5100 http://www.nas... turecenter.org Ongoing Each Thu 5/7/09 - 7/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 5pm-10pm Cost: Free |
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| Workshops 501853 | Free Family Workshops: Camping, Fishing, OutdoorsBass Pro hosts a series of free workshops for families focusing on camping, fishing, hiking, birdwatching, hunting, and other outdoor themes. Each workshop lasts 30 minutes. Visit the website for a schedule of specific times and topics. 469.221.2600 http://www.basspro.com Ongoing Each Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 5/30/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Tue, Thu 3pm-7:30pm; Sat-Sun 12n-6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Workshops 501854 | Free Family Workshops: Camping, Fishing, OutdoorsBass Pro hosts a series of free workshops for families focusing on camping, fishing, hiking, birdwatching, hunting, and other outdoor themes. Each workshop lasts 30 minutes. Visit the website for a schedule of specific times and topics. 972.724.2018 http://www.basspro.com Ongoing Each Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 5/30/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Tue, Thu 3pm-7:30pm; Sat-Sun 12n-6:30pm Cost: Free |
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