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► Exhibits -
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 |
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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Scarborough
Renaissance Festival
Step through the gates of Scarborough Village and feel your cares slip away.
Thrill to the thunder of hooves and crash of lance on shield at the joust.
Watch in amazement as birds of prey swoop just inches above your head at the
command of the Royal Falconer. Enjoy swordplay, comedy, music and other
unique entertainment on 21 stages. Witness artisans create one-of-a-kind
works of art. Browse 200 quaint shoppes for unique handmade jewelry,
clothing, leather goods and other offerings. Feast like a King on food and
drink from around the world. Grab a turkey leg and stroll among the
villagers of Scarborough. Spend the day in the 16th Century and have the
time of your life. |
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Where: |
Waxahachie (Driving
Directions) |
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When: |
4/5-5/26, Sat, Sun & Memorial Day Mon
10am-7pm |
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Info: |
972-938-3247, 1-888-533-7848,
http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/ |
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Cost: |
Adults/$19.99, children (5-12)/$6.50,
under 4/free. Parking is free. |
Main Street Days
Festival: Outdoor Adventures
Festival
fun includes KidZone, BMX Stunt Team, Fishing Tank, Quad Jump, Rock Climbing
Wall, Scuba Diving, Kayaking Tank, Carnival & Midway and non-stop live
entertainment. |
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Where: |
Grapevine - Along Main Street (visit website for parking
information) |
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When: |
5/16-18 Fri & Sat 10am-11:30pm, Sun
11am-6pm |
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Info: |
http://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/ |
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Cost: |
Friday 10am-5pm free admission;
Fri after 5pm, Sat & Sun Adults/$7, seniors (62+)
and children(6 - 12)/$5, children (5 & under)/free |
Wildflower!
Arts & Music Festival
Wildflower! is an award-winning, multi-day eclectic arts and
music festival. Festival programming includes two main outdoor
performance stages, family friendly Kidz Korner, strolling entertainers, buskers and acrobats, lots of interactive displays and exhibits. |
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Where: |
Richardson - Galatyn Parkway and US 75
(see website for parking and directions) |
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When: |
5/16-18, Fri 6pm-12am, Sat 11am-12am, Sun
1-8pm |
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Info: |
http://www.wildflowerfestival.com/ |
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Cost: |
Three-Day Pass/$25, Adult Day Pass/$15,
Kids Pass/$3, Richardson Resident/$7.50 |
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Nature
& Outdoors
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Caterpillar Walk
Trek through Texas Discovery Gardens on a garden safari as we turn over leaves and look for caterpillars, lady bugs and other fascinating insects. This is a great walk for kids. Bring the whole family and see what could be living in your backyard. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Texas Discovery Gardens |
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When: |
10am |
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Info: |
214-428-7476,
http://www.texasdiscoverygardens.org/
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Cost: |
Free with admission:
Adults/$3, seniors (60+)/$2, children (3-11)/$1.50, children under 3/free
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Fishin' Fun
The creeks and pond will be brimming with farm-raised catfish
and home-style fun. Kids, you can use your own bait and tackle, or
borrow ours to bring in the big one.
There will be a catch and release fishing tank, bounce houses, kids activity zone, prize giveaways all morning and more. There will be an animal entertainment show at 11:30 with the awards ceremony following at 12. Children must register at the pavilion in the park, with parent or guardian signature, in order to participate in this annual event. |
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Where: |
Farmers Branch -
Gussie Field Watterworth Park |
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When: |
9-11:30am |
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Info: |
972-919-2620,
http://www.farmersbranch.info |
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Cost: |
Free |
Family Campout
Bring the whole family to spend the night under the stars. Night activities include storytelling, flash-light scavenger hunt, s'mores, and more. Wake up to a fresh breakfast and fishing at the pond. Pre-registration is required by May 14. |
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Where: |
Keller -
Bear Creek
Park |
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When: |
5/17-18; 6pm-9am |
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Info: |
817-743-4050; http://www.kellerparksandrec.org
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Cost: |
$5 per person (over 2 years old) |
Nature Hike
Join a
naturalist for a leisurely hike on the trails of the FWNC&R.
Hikes feature current natural history events such as
blooming wildflowers, commonly seen insects, birds and other
animals and current projects on the Refuge. Water and
appropriate clothing suggested. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge |
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When: |
10am-12pm |
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Info: |
817-237-1111,
info@naturecenterfriends.org,
http://www.fwnaturecenter.org/ |
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Cost: |
$5 with paid admission; members/free |
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Parenting
Support
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Earth
Friendly Products
Discover the great variety of earth-friendly and organic
products available for your baby and learn how to create a
healthy & safe home environment. |
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Where: |
All DFW
Babies 'R Us
locations |
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When: |
11am-3pm |
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Info: |
http://www.babiesrus.com
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Cost: |
Free |
Breastfeeding
Explore
topics such as Benefits of Breastfeeding for baby, mother,
family & community, Contraindications to Breastfeeding, How
the Breast makes Milk, How to Breastfeed ...Getting started,
What to eat, Father/family role, Birth Control, Going back
to work or school, and Medications. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Baylor University Medical Center at
Southwest Fort Worth |
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When: |
1pm |
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Info: |
1-800-4BAYLOR |
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Cost: |
$35 |
Pediatric CPR
Class
We offer this two hour non-certification course to expectant parents,
parents with infants and small children and individuals working primarily
with them. With a strong emphasis on safety, we will identify measures for
protecting children from such tragedies as poisons, fire threats, playground
accidents and water dangers. You’ll learn how to act fast and safely in case
a child is injured and your knowledge of CPR could even save his or her
life. |
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Where: |
Garland -
Baylor University Medical Center |
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When: |
10am |
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Info: |
1-800-4BAYLOR |
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Cost: |
$20/person |
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Shows
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If You Give
A Pig A Party
Join the biggest party
of the year that’s thrilled audiences across the country!
The Mouse, the Moose, the Pig – together again! Fans
will squeal with delight when this little Piggy decides to
throw a party. Because if you give a pig a party,
she’s going to ask for some balloons, and then she’s going
to decorate the house, and so on in this musical celebration. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Baker Theater |
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When: |
Fri 7:30pm, Sat 1:30pm, Sun 1:30 &
4:30pm, 5/9-25 |
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Info: |
214-740-0051,
http://www.dct.org/ |
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Cost: |
$18-$23 |
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Peter Pan & Wendy
European-style marionettes are strung and ready to fly to
Neverland. But be careful because the meanest pirate ever to
sail the seven seas is there and his name is Captain
Hook. With the help of Tinkerbell and the beautiful Wendy,
John and Michael will hopefully make it home safe and sound
to live happily ever after with their parents and their dog
Nana. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Slappy's Puppet Playhouse |
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When: |
Fri 10:30am, Sat 10:30am & 1pm, Sun 2pm,
4/5-6/15 |
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Info: |
214-369-4849,
riley@slappysplayhouse.com,
http://www.slappysplayhouse.com |
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Cost: |
$9/adults,
$8/children (under 3, free) and seniors |
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Slappy Time Circus Live
A
variety show featuring two of America’s most acclaimed
clowns, Tiffany Riley and Dick Monday. From Ringling Bros.
to Carnegie Hall, these two physical comedians have done it
all and now they bring their unique vaudeville genius to the
Lone Star State. Along with Slappy and Monday, the show
will be brimming with the talents of world-class magicians,
marionettes and circus stars. It’s “The Ed Sullivan Show”
for a new generation. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Slappy's Puppet Playhouse |
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When: |
4pm |
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Info: |
214-369-4849,
riley@slappysplayhouse.com,
http://www.slappysplayhouse.com |
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Cost: |
$9/adults,
$8/children (under 3, free) and seniors |
Charlie and the Chocolate
Factory
Everyone
is surprised when Willy Wonka announces that five lucky people will win
a tour of the most wonderful candy factory in the world, plus a lifetime
supply of chocolate. Charlie Bucket, a young boy from a very poor
family, is fortunate enough to be one of the chosen few to go on the
tour. But once inside, things start to run amuck, and one by one, the
five children disappear. What will happen next in this family fun
comedy? |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Casa Mañana Theater |
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When: |
5/2-18; Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm, Sun
2pm |
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Info: |
817-332-2272,
http://www.casamanana.org/ |
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Cost: |
$14-$16 |
The Princess and the Pea
A snooty queen, and handsome prince, a winsome princess and a ridiculous test -- and man’s best friend just adds to the fun
in this puppet performance. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
The Women's
Museum |
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When: |
Fri 11am, Sat 11am & 2pm, Sun 2pm 5/9-25 |
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Info: |
214-515-0004,
info@puppetry.org,
http://www.puppetry.org/
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Cost: |
Adults/$7; Children ages 2-12/$6 (under 2 free) |
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Special Events
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Breakfast With Spongebob Squarepants
Join your favorite underwater friend for a breakfast buffet
followed by a free meet & greet. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Adventure Landing |
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When: |
8-10am |
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Info: |
972-248-4653,
http://www.adventurelanding.com |
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Cost: |
Breakfast Buffet - $9.99 per person
Breakfast Buffet plus one attraction - $12.99 per person |
Family History Day
In addition to the opportunity to view the current exhibit,
The Reluctant Confederates: North Texas in the Civil War,
for half the regular admission price, NTHC’s Curator of Collections and Exhibits, Bryan Lean, will present a discussion entitled “How to Care for Your Family Photos” at 1 and 3. If you have ever been curious about what archival paper is, why you should not store photos in shoeboxes, or what is wrong with the magnetic or “sticky” photo albums that were popular in the 1980s this is a presentation you don’t want to miss
this.
Harold Sickler, Camp Commander of the Sons of Union Civil War Veterans
General E.E. Ellsworth Camp #18, will be available at 2 and 2:30 to discuss a “Day in the Life of a Soldier.” Come learn about what soldiers wore, ate, and how they lived during these presentations. |
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Where: |
McKinney -
North Texas History Center |
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When: |
1-4pm |
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Info: |
972-542-9457,
http://www.northtexashistorycenter.org/
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Cost: |
$2 per adult, $1 per child, or
$4 per family |
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Sports
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Storytelling
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Fort Worth - Super
Saturday Storytime
Children can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Barnes & Noble, Hulen Center |
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When: |
11am |
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