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Metroplex Baby & Kids' Scoop on November 4, 2008 events for kids and families in Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex
     

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Events for Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Skip to:  Exhibits-Permanent   ●   Exhibits-Temporary     Fitness   ●   Parenting Support   ●   Special Events   ●   Storytelling   ●   Workshops
     

Times, dates or prices may change.  Please confirm events before attending.



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 -
Temporary

No Room to Answer
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Curator Andrea Karnes present an exhibition of photographs and videos by the collaborative artistic team of Teresa Hubbard and Alexander Birchler, their first major survey in an American museum.
Ages 8+
Where: Fort Worth - Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 9/14/08-1/4/09
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


Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
Exhibition provides insight into the life of Tutankhamun and other royals of the 18th Dynasty (1555–1305 B.C.). All of the treasures in the exhibition are between 3,300 and 3,500 years old.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Dallas Museum of Art
When: During Museum hours Tue-Sun 10/3/08-5/17/09
Info: 214-922-1200, familyprograms@DallasMuseumofArt.org, http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org
Cost: Adults: Weekdays $27.50, Weekends (Fri-Sun) & Holidays $32.50; Seniors (65+) & College Students (18+): Weekdays $24.50, Weekends & Holidays $29.50; Children (6-17): Weekdays $16.50, Weekends & Holidays $16.50; DMA Members: Weekdays $22.50, Weekends & Holidays $22.50; Children 5 and Under/free

Receive 20% off Sustainer membership with the MB Savings Card


The People Choose: 1860 & 1900
The political campaigns and debates of the two elections are brought to life in special exhibits and programming. Characters dressed in period costumes share their views on political issues of the era.
Ages 6+
Where: Dallas - Dallas Heritage Village
When: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm 9/16-12/30
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

Sentimental Journey: The Art of Alfred Jacob Miller
Embark on a captivating visual adventure in this special exhibition of paintings and drawings by Alfred Jacob Miller (1810–1874), the first American artist to journey into the heart of the Rocky Mountains. See his first-hand depictions of the Lakota, Shoshone, and Nez Perces he encountered, and meet the last of the true fur trappers and traders of the nineteenth-century American West.

Ages 6+

Where:

Fort Worth - Amon Carter Museum

When:

9/20/08-1/11/09, during Museum hours Tue-Sun

Info:

817-989-5030, education@cartermuseum.org, http://www.cartermuseum.org/

Cost:

Free


Texas Collects Asia
Texas collects Asia is a series of five exhibitions that pays homage to the Texan collector, and includes Japanese Folk Art and Contemporary Art.
Ages 6+
Where: Dallas - The Crow Collection
When: 10/18/08-1/4/09; During Museum hours Tue-Sun
Info: 214-979-6438, http://www.crowcollection.org/
Cost: Free

Dinosaurs Alive! Life-size Animatronic Dinosaurs at the Heard
Nine new and two “famous” life-size animatronic dinosaurs will return to the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Favorite dinosaurs such as the Dilophosaurus (popular for spitting water) and the timeless Tyrannosaurus-Rex will once again make a temporary home on the Heard sanctuary. New dinosaurs include a Tyrannosaurus-Rex baby, Iguanodon, Crylophosaurus, Chasmosaurus (along with its baby), Amargasaurus, Muttaburrasaurus, Suchomimus and Therizinosaurus. Kids will also enjoy playing on the static Apatosaurus and Parasaurolophus baby dinosaurs.
All ages
Where: McKinney - Heard Natural Science Museum
When: 8/29-12/31; Tue-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Info: 972-562-5566, info@heardmuseum.org http://www.heardmuseum.org/
Cost: $8/adults, $5/children ages 3-12 and senior citizens; under 3/free

In Pursuit of the Masters: Stories from the Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection
To mark its 5th anniversary, the Nasher Sculpture Center will mount an exhibition in celebration of its founders. Featuring the great masterworks of the collection, as well as a selection of significant and personally meaningful works from its humble beginnings, the exhibition highlights the personal stories behind the works of art, including Patsy and Raymond Nasher’s partnership in pursuit of the finest examples of modern and contemporary sculpture; their close friendships with artists, art dealers, and curators; and the insights that came from living with and sharing the works of art that they loved
All ages
Where: Dallas - Nasher Sculpture Center
When: 9/20/08-1/4/09; Tue-Sun 11am-5pm; Thurs 11am-9pm
Info: 214-242-5100, http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org
Cost: Adults/$10, seniors/$7 (65 & over), students/$5, children free (12 & under)

Blending the Old and the New: Quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim
Exhibit features 29 quilts from the Paul D. Pilgrim Collection at the Museum of the American Quilter’s Society in Paducah, Kentucky. The late Paul Pilgrim collected antique "orphan quilt blocks" and pieced quilts from them that display a true blending of contemporary sensibility and antique charm.

Ages 5+

Where:

Irving - Irving Arts Center

When:

Through 11/9; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

Info:

972-252-ARTS, http://www.irvingartscenter.com

Cost:

Free


Denise Fleming: Painting with Paper
Original book illustrations by children's author and artist Denise Fleming. Using hand-made paper and a variety of cut paper techniques, Fleming's illustrations come to life through vibrant textures and colors. The exhibit showcases Fleming's work from start to finish, with emphasis on the various techniques used to create her children's books.

Ages 5+

Where:

Irving - Irving Arts Center

When:

Through 12/28; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

Info:

972-252-ARTS, http://www.irvingartscenter.com

Cost:

Free


New Beginnings: Quilts by Texas Quilt Artists
A selection of contemporary quilts by Texas quilt artists. Curated by Marcie Inman and guest curator Barbara Oliver Hartman.

Ages 5+

Where:

Irving - Irving Arts Center

When:

9/26/08-4/1/09; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

Info:

972-252-ARTS, http://www.irvingartscenter.com

Cost:

Free


Quilts by Irving Quilt Guild Members
A selection of quilts by Irving Quilt Guild Members.

Ages 5+

Where:

Irving - Irving Arts Center

When:

Through 11/30; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

Info:

972-252-ARTS, http://www.irvingartscenter.com

Cost:

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 - See below
When: 5pm at Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway; 11:30am & 6pm at A Pea In The Pod
Info: 972-788-4115, 214-346-9140
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.
 
Where: Dallas - A Pea In The Pod
When: 10am
Info: 214-346-9140
Cost: Free



Parenting Support

Parenting
Support

Baby Basics
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:

Fort Worth - Baylor University Medical Center 1400 8th Avenue

When:

6:30-9pm

Info:

1-800-4BAYLOR

Cost:

$30




Special Events

► Special Events

First Tuesday at The Museum
Special Museum programs for parents with young children.
Ages 0-5
Where: Dallas - Dallas Museum of Art
When: 11am-3pm
Info: 214-922-1200, lhanson@dallasmuseumofart.org, http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org
Cost: Free

Receive 20% off Sustainer membership with the MB Savings Card




Storytelling

► Storytelling

Allen - Fun Ones and Twos
Storytime designed for one-on-one interaction between the one year old and young two year old child and parent(s) or adult caregiver. A rich language experience introducing rhymes, songs and books.  No registration required. Program runs 20 minutes.
Ages 1-2
Where: Allen - Allen Public Library
When: 7pm
Info: 214-509-4906, http://www.allenlibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Arlington - Storytime for Toddlers

Toddler story time is a program geared for children two to three years old. The library staff will do stories, rhymes, finger plays and songs with your child.  It does vary by story time. The stories used are shorter in text and have large colorful pictures. The story time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Ages 2-3
Where: Arlington - Northeast Branch Library and Woodland West Branch Library
When: 11:15am
Info: 817-277-5573, 817-459-6386, http://www.pub-lib.ci.arlington.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Arlington - Storytime for Listeners

Listener story time is a program geared for children three to seven years old. The library staff will do stories, rhymes, finger plays and songs with your child. It does vary by story time. The story time lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Ages 3-7
Where: Arlington - Northeast Branch Library, Southwest Branch Library  & Woodland West Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 817-277-5573, 817-459-6386, http://www.pub-lib.ci.arlington.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Carrollton - Toddler Storytime
Stories, songs and fingerplays for toddlers ages one to three and a parent or caregiver. No registration required.
Ages 1-3
Where: Carrollton - Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake
When: 10:15am
Info: 972-466-4800, http://www.cityofcarrollton.com/
Cost: Free

Carrollton - Storytime
Children participate in weekly stories, songs, fingerplays, action rhymes, and puppetry. The evening programs are appropriate for all ages.
All ages
Where: Carrollton - Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake
When: 11am
Info: 972-466-4800, http://www.cityofcarrollton.com/
Cost: Free

Coppell - Family Storytime
Songs, flannel boards, books and action poems are used to encourage enthusiasm for books. 
All ages
Where: Coppell - William T. Cozby Public Library
When: 7pm
Info: 972-304-3655, Library@ci.coppell.tx.us, http://www.ci.coppell.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Dallas  - Book Club
Kids of all ages are invited to a storytime. Members receive a Book Club Card and earn a free gift after their fifth storytime.
All ages
Where: Dallas - Pottery Barn Kids
When: 10am
Info: 214-522-4845, http://www.potterybarnkids.com/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Barnes & Noble Storytime with Ms. Deb
Toddlers ages 3 and under can come and enjoy their favorite stories. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 1-3
Where: Dallas - Barnes & Noble, Lincoln Park
When: 10am
Info: 214-739-1124, http://www.barnesandnoble.com/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Toddler Time
Stories and activities for ages 18-36 months. 
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Dallas - Preston Royal Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-7128, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Toddler Time

Stories and activities for ages 18-36 months.
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Where: Dallas - Fretz Park Branch Library
When: 11-11:20am
Info: 214-670-6420, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Time
Stories and activities for ages 3-5. 
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Skillman Southwestern Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-6078, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime

Stories and activities for ages 3-5. 
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Audelia Road Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-1350, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Time
Stories and activities for ages 3-5. 
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Grauwyler Park Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-671-1447, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Dallas - Preschool Storytime
Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 3-5
Where: Dallas - Martin Luther King, Jr. Library and Learning Center
When: 10:30am
Info: 214-670-0344, info@dallaslibrary.org, http://dallaslibrary.org/
Cost: Free

Denton - Mother Goose Time
A 30-minute interactive program for infants, birth-18 months, and their caregivers. This program develops babies' language and literacy skills through rhymes, simple stories, and lots of songs, helping to prepare them to become children who enjoy books and reading.
Ages 0-18 months
Where: Denton - Denton South Branch Library
When: 9:30am
Info: 940-349-8251, http://www.cityofdenton.com/
Cost: Free

Denton - Toddler Time
A 20-minute program that includes stories, songs, puppets and activities designed to help children, age 1-36 months, become comfortable with a story time setting. Elements are incorporated into the program that accommodates a toddlers expected exuberance and need to participate while allowing for their curiosity, shyness, shorter attention span, and all those other wonderful qualities that make toddlers special.
Ages 1-3
Where: Denton - Denton South Branch Library
When: 10:30am
Info: 940-349-8251, http://www.cityofdenton.com/
Cost: Free

Denton - Book Adventures
Meet pirates, inventors, and explorers. Travel to outer space, jungles, and other places. Discover snakes, bats, spiders, and other furry creatures. Hear fairytales, myths, legends, a funny story or two, this is just a sample of what we do. 45 minutes.
Ages 6-11
Where: Denton - Denton North Branch Library
When: 4pm
Info: 940-349-8752, http://www.cityofdenton.com/
Cost: Free

Euless- Crafty Preschool Storytime
Stories for preschoolers, with a parent or caregiver.
Ages 3-6
Where: Euless - Euless Public Library
When: 11-11:30am
Info: 817-685-1480, http://www.ci.euless.tx.us/library/default.htm
Cost: Free

Farmers Branch- Toddler Storytime
Stories for ages 1-2, with a parent or caregiver.
Ages 1-2
Where: Farmers Branch - Farmers Branch Manske Library
When: 11:15am
Info: 972-247-2511, http://www.ci.farmers-branch.tx.us/
Cost: Free

Farmers Branch- Preschool Storytime
Stories and a craft for ages 3-6, with a parent or caregiver.
Ages 3-6
Where: Farmers Branch - Farmers Branch Manske Library
When: 10:15am
Info: 972-247-2511, http://www.ci.farmers-branch.tx.us/
Cost: