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Permanent
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Texas Dinosaurs
Enjoy a light-hearted
look at dinosaurs in contemporary culture. Displays include examples of how
dinosaurs appear in our everyday life - millions of years after their
extinction. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Museum of
Nature & Science |
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When: |
Mon-Sat
10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm |
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Info: |
214-428-5555,
info@dmnhnet.org,
http://www.natureandscience.org/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$8.75,
children (3-12)/$5.50, children under 3/free, seniors/$7.75. Parking is free.
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Receive $10 off family membership with
the MB Savings Card |
Little Urban
Farm
Little Urban Farm will vividly illustrate to children and families the
crucial role that farms play in all our lives.
The
exhibit features everything from seeding to harvesting and learning all
about the importance of providing good stewardship of the earth's natural
resources. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Museum of
Nature & Science |
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When: |
Mon-Sat
10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm |
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Info: |
214-428-5555,
info@dmnhnet.org,
http://www.natureandscience.org/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$8.75,
children (3-12)/$5.50, children under 3/free, seniors/$7.75. Parking is free.
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Receive $10 off family membership with
the MB Savings Card |
KIDSPACE®
KIDSPACE provides an informal atmosphere for children and families to play,
explore, and learn together. The exhibit includes a fishing pier, grocery
store, water works and more. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame |
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When: |
Daily |
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Info: |
817-255-9300,
http://www.fortworthmuseum.org/ |
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Cost: |
Museum admission is $8/adults and $7/children (3-12) &
seniors. Children 2 and under are free. |
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Exhibits -
Special
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Stingray Bay
Feel the gentle rays as they brush against your hand in
their shallow pool. The landscaped tank features a waterfall
and a wide ledge for toddlers to lean against while touching
the rays. The rays' poisonous barbs have been carefully
trimmed off their whip-like tails. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas Zoo |
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When: |
Daily through 9/1/08 |
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Info: |
http://www.dallaszoo.org/
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Cost: |
$2.50; zoo admission is separate |
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Receive $10 off family membership with the
MB Savings
Card |
1893 World's Fair
The influence of the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago on Dallas and Texas residents will be explored. The Village has created special exhibits and programming including lectures, demonstrations and special events. Costumed characters discuss the excitement, pride, fear and realities of Dallas residents during 1893. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas
Heritage Village |
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When: |
Tue-Sun 10am-4pm through 6/14/08 |
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Info: |
214-413-3671,
mprycer@dallasheritagevillage.org,
http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org |
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Cost: |
Free with Village admission; $7 Adult,
$5 Senior (65 plus),
$4 Child (4 to 12 years)
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Receive $2 off admission with the
MB Savings
Card |
Martin
Puryear
Major exhibition of the sculpture of the acclaimed American artist
Martin Puryear (b.1941). The retrospective features
approximately forty-five sculptures, following the
development of Puryear's artistic career over the last
thirty years. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Modern Art
Museum of Fort Worth |
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When: |
During Museum hours Tue-Sun
2/24-5/18/08 |
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Info: |
817-840-2121,
http://www.themodern.org/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$10; Students/$4;
Children 12 & under/free |
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Receive 10% off membership &
$2 off admission with the
MB Savings
Card |
Kehinde
Wiley
Kehinde Wiley creates larger-than-life-size portraits that mix
historical Western European painting styles such as French
Romanticism, Rococo, and Baroque with images from
contemporary urban streets. While the artist evokes
important and highly recognizable paintings from the past,
he replaces those works’ elite white sitters with
African-American men. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Modern Art
Museum of Fort Worth |
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When: |
During Museum hours Tue-Sun
4/20-5/25/08 |
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Info: |
817-840-2121,
http://www.themodern.org/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$10; Students/$4;
Children 12 & under/free |
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Receive 10% off membership &
$2 off admission with the
MB Savings
Card |
A New Perspective On Mars
Exhibit complete with eighteen 10’ x 7’ photographs to be viewed with free 3-D glasses. Designed by the German Aerospace Center, it guides visitors through mankind’s former theories and increasing knowledge of our galactic neighbor. In addition to the stunningly clear images from the European Space Agency’s unmanned spacecraft, the Mars Express, the exhibit will include four information arcs and address frequently asked questions including the possibility of life on Mars, the history of Mars exploration, and the prospect of eventual human travel to the planet. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Museum of
Nature & Science |
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When: |
Mon-Sat
10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm through 5/2/08 |
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Info: |
214-428-5555,
info@dmnhnet.org,
http://www.natureandscience.org/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$8.75,
children (3-12)/$5.50, children under 3/free, seniors/$7.75. Parking is free.
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Receive $10 off family membership with
the MB Savings Card |
Fort
Worth Landmarks in the 1950s: Watercolors by Bror Utter
Seventeen brilliant watercolors by Bror Utter (1913–1993)
depict historic Fort Worth structures, some of which still
stand while others were torn down many years ago. The
Eddleman-McFarland House, St. Ignatius Academy, Knights of
Pythias, and First National Bank are some of the buildings
represented. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Amon Carter Museum |
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When: |
3/8-6/15,
during Museum hours Tue-Sun |
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Info: |
817-989-5030,
education@cartermuseum.org,
http://www.cartermuseum.org/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
ExploraZone
Imagine watching a video of an actual
street scene as it slowly transforms into a totally
different scene, yet you’re not able to identify what has
changed. Learn why seeing may be believing for each of us,
even though we can’t always believe what we see. Grapple
with the contradiction of being able to see and not see at
the same time in this hands-on exhibit. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame |
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When: |
Daily through
5/26/08 |
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Info: |
817-
336-4475,
http://www.fortworthmuseum.org/ |
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Cost: |
$8/adults and $7/children (3-12) & seniors. Children
under 2 are free. |
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Fairs &
Festivals
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Mayfest
Annual Fort Worth
tradition with a focus on children, arts, music and
culture. The festival includes
over 25 free activities for children. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth - Near downtown Fort Worth and the cultural district, Mayfest spans 33 acres in beautiful Trinity Park, winding along the river |
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When: |
5/1-4;
Thurs & Fri
3:30-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 11am-7pm |
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Info: |
http://mayfest.org/
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Cost: |
$8/Adults,
$5/ Children 6-12, Children 5 and under Free |
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Fitness
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Itsy Bitsy Yoga
This class is for every new
parent desiring to strengthen the bond of love with baby.
Designed for newborns to pre-crawlers, a variety of yoga
techniques are taught for relaxation, soothing crying &
colic, digestive and sleep problems. New parents also enjoy
simple yoga-based stretching and relaxation. No experience
necessary. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway |
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When: |
10am |
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Info: |
972-788-4115 |
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Cost: |
Free |
Prenatal
Yoga
Relaxing exercise in gentle yoga postures will increase
flexibility, strength, circulation, balance and the
mind-body spirit connection for expecting Mothers. Licensed
yoga instructors will guide mom through beginner movements
and techniques. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
A Pea In The
Pod |
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When: |
10am & 6pm |
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Info: |
214-346-9140 |
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Cost: |
Free |
Strong Mamas
Join
Tiffany, certified prenatal fitness trainer, as she leads
you through a complete, safe and gentle prenatal workout
using small hand weights, body balls and bands. This
strength training routine will improve energy level,
attitude and self-image. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway |
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When: |
6pm |
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Info: |
972-788-4115 |
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Cost: |
Free |
Postnatal
Yoga
This
class consists of stretching, strengthening, breathing, and
relaxation techniques specifically designed for the
postnatal woman. Connect with other new mothers in a
supportive and healthy environment while restoring muscle
tone. Attendance is limited and advance registration
is required. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway |
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When: |
11:30am |
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Info: |
972-788-4115 |
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Cost: |
Free |
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Parenting
Support
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Basics of Baby Care
Class
will focus on the newborns during the first year of life,
teaching the parents about newborn care; infant communication
skills, sleep cycles, temperature taking, circumcision care,
bathing, diapering, cord care, feeding, safety measures,
immunizations, feeding, growth and development, safety and
temperament, etc. The class should meet the needs of both the
adopting couple as well as first time parents. Great class for
all feeling anxious about taking care of a newborn for the 1st
time. |
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Where: |
Grapevine -
Baylor University Medical Center
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When: |
7pm |
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Info: |
1-800-4BAYLOR |
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Cost: |
$40 |
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Shows
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The
Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
Stanley Lambchop is your normal, everyday kid until one day
he wakes up really flat! Really, he's flat! Taking advantage
of his newfound "shape", Stanley folds himself into an
envelope to travel the world. This musical travelogue, based
on the popular children’s book series by Jeff Brown, follows
Stanley as he scours the globe for a solution to his unusual
problem. |
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Where: |
Irving -
Irving
Arts Center |
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When: |
9:30am & 12:30pm |
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Info: |
972-252-ARTS,
http://www.irvingartscenter.com |
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Cost: |
$8 per ticket, $6 groups of 10
or more, $2 lap child under 2 |
All Shook Up
Into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel”, “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” |
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Where: |
Garland -
Granville Arts Center |
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When: |
Thurs, Fri & Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm
4/17-5/10 |
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Info: |
972-205-2790,
http://www.garlandcivictheatre.org/ |
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Cost: |
Ticket prices vary |
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Special Events
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Stroller Buddies: Zoo North Birds and Cat Row
Stroller Buddies are for adults
with infants, toddlers, and PreK children who are excited
about animals and nature and who want learn more about
Dallas Zoo inhabitants. Participants enjoy a short guided
hike in a section of the zoo, followed by organized playtime
and light refreshments. You can sign up for individual
classes or save by enrolling in the entire series. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas Zoo |
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When: |
10-11:30am |
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Info: |
214-670-6826,
info@dalzoo.org,
http://www.dallaszoo.com/ |
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Cost: |
Cost for one adult and 1-2
children: $15 (member) $20 (nonmember) per class; $80 (member)
$110 (nonmember) for 6-class series |
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Receive $10 off family membership with the
MB Savings
Card |
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Sports
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Storytelling
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Denton - Barnes &
Noble Storytime
Children can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. |
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Where: |
Denton -
Barnes &
Noble |
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When: |
10:30am |
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Info: |
940-383-9261,
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
Fort Worth -
Preschool Storytime
Books,
songs, finger plays, action rhymes, and crafts. Everyone goes home with a
page with the story titles, authors, and the finger plays or rhymes printed
on one side, and a related coloring sheet on the other side. At least one
story each week includes Spanish. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Fort Worth Library, Seminary Branch |
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When: |
10:30am |
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Info: |
817-926-0215,
library@fortworthlibrary.org,
http://www.fortworthgov.org/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
Frisco - Barnes &
Noble Storytime, Frisco
Children can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. |
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Where: |
Frisco -
Barnes &
Noble |
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When: |
10am |
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Info: |
972-668-2820,
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
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