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Events for Wednesday, May 14, 2008
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Baby Matinees

Baby
Matinees

Cry Baby Matinee
Relax and enjoy a film without worrying about breastfeeding in the dark or unexpected hissyfits. We keep the lights dimmed, the sound volume down, and the films coming.  Baby changing table provided. 
Today's show is The Visitor.
Ages 0-5
Where: Dallas - The Angelika Film Center
When: 1:30pm
Info: 214-841-4700, angelikadallas@angelikafilmcenter.com, http://www.angelikafilmcenter.com
Cost: Regular matinee admission for adults and children under 5 get in free



Permanent Exhibits

► Exhibits -
Permanent

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.

Ages 3+

Where: Dallas - Museum of Nature & Science
When: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
Info: 214-428-5555, info@dmnhnet.org, http://www.natureandscience.org/
Cost: Adults/$8.75, children (3-12)/$5.50, children under 3/free, seniors/$7.75. Parking is free.

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.

Ages 0-8

Where: Dallas - Museum of Nature & Science
When: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
Info: 214-428-5555, info@dmnhnet.org, http://www.natureandscience.org/
Cost: Adults/$8.75, children (3-12)/$5.50, children under 3/free, seniors/$7.75. Parking is free.

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.

Ages 0-6

Where: Fort Worth - National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
When: Daily
Info: 817-255-9300, http://www.fortworthmuseum.org/
Cost: Museum admission is $8/adults and $7/children (3-12) & seniors.  Children 2 and under are free.



Special Exhibits

► Exhibits -
Special

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.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Dallas Zoo
When: Daily through 9/1/08
Info: http://www.dallaszoo.org/
Cost: $2.50; zoo admission is separate

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.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Dallas Heritage Village
When: Tue-Sun 10am-4pm through 6/14/08
Info: 214-413-3671, mprycer@dallasheritagevillage.org, http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org
Cost: Free with Village admission; $7 Adult, $5 Senior (65 plus), $4 Child (4 to 12 years)
Receive $2 off admission with the MB Savings Card

J.M.W. Turner
Retrospective of the career of J. M. W. Turner (1775–1851), one of the greatest landscape painters in the history of art.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Dallas Museum of Art
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 2/10-5/18
Info: 214-922-1200, familyprograms@DallasMuseumofArt.org, http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org
Cost: Adults/$10, seniors (65+)/$7, students (with valid id)/$5, children under 12/free.

Receive 20% off Sustainer membership 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.
Ages 6+
Where: Fort Worth - Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 2/24-5/18/08
Info: 817-840-2121, http://www.themodern.org/
Cost: Adults/$10; Students/$4; Children 12 & under/free

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.
Ages 8+
Where: Fort Worth - Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 4/20-5/25/08
Info: 817-840-2121, http://www.themodern.org/
Cost: Adults/$10; Students/$4; Children 12 & under/free

Receive 10% off membership & $2 off admission with the MB Savings Card

Bluebonnets and Beyond: Julian Onderdonk, American Impressionist
Works by Julian Onderdonk (1882–1922), a native landscape artist who created indelible images of the Lone Star State.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Dallas Museum of Art
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 3/23-7/20/08
Info: 214-922-1200, familyprograms@DallasMuseumofArt.org, http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org
Cost: Adults/$10, seniors (65+)/$7, students (with valid id)/$5, children under 12/free.

Receive 20% off Sustainer 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.
Ages 8+
Where: Fort Worth - Amon Carter Museum
When: 3/8-6/15, during Museum hours Tue-Sun
Info: 817-989-5030, education@cartermuseum.org, http://www.cartermuseum.org/
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.

Ages 6+

Where: Fort Worth - National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
When: Daily through 5/26/08
Info: 817- 336-4475, http://www.fortworthmuseum.org/
Cost: $8/adults and $7/children (3-12) & seniors. Children under 2 are free.



Fitness

► Fitness

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.
 
Where: Dallas - Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway
When: 10am & 6pm
Info: 972-788-4115, 214-346-9140
Cost: Free

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.

Ages 3 weeks - 9 months

Where: Dallas - A Pea In The Pod
When: 10am
Info: 214-346-9140
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.
 
Where: Dallas - A Pea In The Pod
When: 11am
Info: 214-346-9140
Cost: Free



Parenting Support

► Parenting
Support

Basics of Baby Care
This one evening course focuses on teaching first-time parents all about newborn care. Increase your confidence and abilities with instruction on bathing and diapering, circumcision care, cord care, feeding, temperature taking and identifying illness. Your instructor will also share information on infant growth and development, baby communication skills, sleep cycles, immunization schedules and safety measures.
 
Where: Dallas - Baylor University Medical Center The Family Resource Center at located in the lobby of Hoblitzell Hospital
When: 7-9:30pm
Info: 1-800-4BAYLOR
Cost: $35

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.
 
Where: Grapevine - Baylor University Medical Center
When: 7pm
Info: 1-800-4BAYLOR
Cost: $40



Special Events

► Special Events

Stroller Buddies: Large Mammals and Snout Route
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.
Ages 0-4
Where: Dallas - Dallas Zoo
When: 10-11:30am
Info: 214-670-6826, info@dalzoo.org, http://www.dallaszoo.com/
Cost: Cost for one adult and 1-2 children: $15 (member) $20 (nonmember) per class; $80 (member) $110 (nonmember) for 6-class series

Receive $10 off family membership with the MB Savings Card

Half Price Day at the Fort Worth Zoo
Enjoy the Zoo at half the general admission price.
All ages
Where: Fort Worth - Fort Worth Zoo
When: During Zoo hours
Info: 817-759-7555, http://www.fortworthzoo.com/
Cost: Adults/$5.75, children 3-12/$4; parking/$5



Sports

► Sports

Texas Rangers vs. Seattle Mariners
MLB baseball.
All ages
Where: Arlington - Rangers Ballpark in Arlington
When: 1:05pm
Info: 817-273-5100, http://texas.rangers.mlb.com/
Cost: Ticket prices vary



Storytelling

► Storytelling

Coppell - Ones Upon A Time
Stories,  songs, and finger plays are shared to encourage the love of reading in our young patrons.
Ages 1-2
Where: Coppell - William T. Cozby Public Library
When: 11:15am
Info: 972-304-3655, Library@ci.coppell.tx.us, http://www.ci.coppell.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Coppell - Toddler Time
Stories,  songs, and finger plays are shared to encourage the love of reading in our young patrons.
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Coppell - William T. Cozby Public Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 972-304-3655, Library@ci.coppell.tx.us, http://www.ci.coppell.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Dallas - babystyle Storytime
Bring the little ones for fun readings of new and classic children's books. Free snacks and refreshments, too!
Ages 0-5
Where: Dallas - babystyle
When: 11am
Info: 214-234-0191, http://babystyle.com/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Toddler Time

Stories and activities for ages 16-36 months and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 16-36 months
Where: Dallas - J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-1671, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Nip and Tuck’s Barnyard Buddies
Named after Dallas Heritage Village’s Mammoth Jack Donkeys,  parents and preschoolers are invited to the barn behind Millermore, the Village’s pre-Civil War mansion, for a story or two and to make a craft relating to the month’s theme, Animal Antics We'll be reading The Cow that Went Oink by Bernard Most and Cook-a-Doodle-Doo by Janet Stevens. RSVP required.
Ages 3-6
Where: Dallas - Dallas Heritage Village
When: 10:30-11:30am
Info: 214-413-3671, mprycer@dallasheritagevillage.org, http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org
Cost: $5/child

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Arcadia Park Branch Library
When: 11am
Info: 214-670-6446, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Highland Hills Branch Library
When: 10am
Info: 214-670-0987, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Lakewood Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-1376, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Dallas West Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-6446, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Hampton-Illinois Branch Library
When: 11am
Info: 214-670-7646, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Renner Frankford Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-6100, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Forest Green Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-1335, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Wee Wiggle With Books
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 2-5
Where: Dallas - Walnut Hill Branch Library
When: 11:30am
Info: 214-670-6376, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Barnes & Noble Storytime
Children ages 3 and over can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 3+
Where: Dallas - Barnes & Noble, Lincoln Park
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-739-1124, http://www.barnesandnoble.com
Cost: Free

DeSoto - Storytime
Stories and activities to foster a love of reading.
Ages 3+
Where: DeSoto - DeSoto Public Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 972-230-9666, http://www.desotolibrary.info/
Cost: Free

Euless- Toddler Storytime
Stories for toddlers ages 18-36 months, with a parent or caregiver.
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Euless - Euless Public Library
When: 11-11:30am
Info: 817-685-1480, http://www.ci.euless.tx.us/library/default.htm
Cost: Free

Euless- Preschool Storytime
Stories for ages 3-5, with a parent or caregiver.
Ages 3-5
Where: Euless - Euless Public Library
When: 11-11:30am
Info: 817-685-1480, http://www.ci.euless.tx.us/library/default.htm
Cost: Free

Flower Mound - Toddler Storytime
Toddler storytime is designed especially for younger children and their caregivers.
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Flower Mound - Flower Mound Public Library
When: 10am & 11am
Info: 972-874-6167, http://www.fmlibrary.net
Cost: Free

Fort Worth - Barnes & Noble Classic Storytime
Children of all ages can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
All ages
Where: Fort Worth - Barnes & Noble University Village
When: 11am
Info: 817-335-2791, http://www.barnesandnoble.com
Cost: Free

Fort Worth - Toddler Storytime
Age-appropriate interactive storytelling and story sharing, finger plays and action songs, flannel board stories, nursery rhymes and songs, puppet shows, and crafts to extend the stories and engage the child’s imagination.  Early literacy tips for caregivers.
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Fort Worth - Fort Worth Library, Southwest Regional
When: 10:30am & 11:15am
Info: 817-782-9853, library@fortworthlibrary.org, http://www.fortworthgov.org/
Cost: Free

Fort Worth - Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-6 enjoy a story read by a librarian.
Ages 3-6
Where: Fort Worth - Fort Worth Library, Riverside
When: 10:30am
Info: 817-838-6931, library@fortworthlibrary.org, http://www.fortworthgov.org/
Cost: Free

Fort Worth - Storytime
Children ages 3-6 enjoy a story read by a librarian.
Ages 3-6
Where: Fort Worth - Fort Worth Library, Shamblee Branch