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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
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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
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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 -
Temporary
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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. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Modern Art
Museum of Fort Worth |
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When: |
During Museum hours Tue-Sun
9/14/08-1/4/09 |
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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
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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. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas Museum
of Art |
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When: |
During Museum hours Tue-Sun 10/3/08-5/17/09 |
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Info: |
214-922-1200,
familyprograms@DallasMuseumofArt.org,
http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org |
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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
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Receive 20% off Sustainer membership with the
MB Savings
Card
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Take Your Time:
Olafur Eliasson
Exhibition gathers works from major public and private
collections worldwide and spans renowned contemporary
Icelandic artist Eliasson’s diverse range of artistic
production from 1993 to the present, including
installations, large-scale immersive environments,
freestanding sculpture, and photography. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas Museum
of Art |
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When: |
During
Museum hours Tue-Sun 11/9/08-3/15/09 |
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Info: |
214-922-1200,
familyprograms@DallasMuseumofArt.org,
http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org |
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Cost: |
Adults/$10, seniors
(65+)/$7, students (with valid id)/$5, children under 12/free. |
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Receive 20% off Sustainer membership with the
MB Savings
Card
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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. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas
Heritage Village |
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When: |
Tue-Sat 10am-4pm,
Sun 12-4pm 9/16-12/30 |
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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 |
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Texas Natural History Quilts: The Quilts of Carol Morrissey
The works of quilt artist Carol Morrissey go beyond the borders of quilt stereotypes by combining nature, art, photography, and skill to show what a needle, thread and imagination can accomplish.
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Where:
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Dallas -
Museum of
Nature & Science
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When:
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9/26/08-4/1/09; Mon-Sat
10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
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Info:
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214-428-5555,
info@dmnhnet.org,
http://www.natureandscience.org/
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Cost:
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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
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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.
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Where:
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Fort Worth -
Amon Carter Museum
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When:
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9/20/08-1/11/09,
during Museum hours Tue-Sun
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Info:
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817-989-5030,
education@cartermuseum.org,
http://www.cartermuseum.org/
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Cost:
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Free
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Art Along El Camino Real
Look into the rich cultural history of the Hispanic heritage.
The exhibit follows a path from Spain to Mexico onto El Camino Real (the Royal Highway) which led to North America through El Paso and on to New Spain which became New Mexico. The exhibit includes paintings and 3-dimensional sculptures that are hand carved from wood,
and reflects the work of some of today's most talented
contemporary artists.
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Where:
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Arlington -
Arlington Museum of Art
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When:
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9/27-12/13,
during Museum hours Wed-Sun
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Info:
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817-275-4600,
http://www.arlingtonmuseum.org/
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Cost:
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Free; Suggested donations are $2 for adults and $1 for
children
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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. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
The Crow Collection |
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When: |
10/18/08-1/4/09;
During Museum hours Tue-Sun |
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Info: |
214-979-6438,
http://www.crowcollection.org/
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Cost: |
Free |
Top Secret: Mission Toy
We all know that kids play with toys because it’s fun, but did you know that toys also help children develop important cognitive, social and motor skills? They help socialize children, teaching them to share, compromise and cooperate with their peers. Many toys also foster creativity and imagination, critical thinking and problem-solving.
But nobody knows toys better than kids. That’s why the Museum of Science and History is calling in the experts. Young guests will don a lab coat and embark on an important mission: to inspect toys from around the world. They’ll use their investigative and playtime skills to check out dolls and balls and secret codes, find out why tops are tops, and how string can be a fascinating thing. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame |
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When: |
11/8/08-1/5/09; 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. |
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. |
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Where: |
McKinney -
Heard Natural Science Museum |
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When: |
8/29-12/31; Tue-Sat
9am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm |
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Info: |
972-562-5566,
info@heardmuseum.org,
http://www.heardmuseum.org/ |
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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.
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Where: |
Dallas -
Nasher Sculpture Center |
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When: |
9/20/08-1/4/09; Tue-Sun 11am-5pm; Thurs 11am-9pm |
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Info: |
214-242-5100,
http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org |
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Cost: |
Adults/$10, seniors/$7 (65
& over), students/$5, children free (12 & under) |
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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.
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Where:
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Irving -
Irving
Arts Center
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When:
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Through 12/28; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri
9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
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Info:
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972-252-ARTS,
http://www.irvingartscenter.com
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Cost:
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Free
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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.
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Where:
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Irving -
Irving
Arts Center
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When:
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9/26/08-4/1/09; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri
9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
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Info:
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972-252-ARTS,
http://www.irvingartscenter.com
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Cost:
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Free
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Quilts by Irving Quilt Guild Members
A selection of quilts by Irving Quilt Guild Members.
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Where:
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Irving -
Irving
Arts Center
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When:
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Through 11/30; Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri
9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-9am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
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Info:
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972-252-ARTS,
http://www.irvingartscenter.com
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Cost:
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Free
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►
Fitness
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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 -
Destination Maternity LBJ Freeway |
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When: |
10am |
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Info: |
972-788-4115 |
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Cost: |
Free |
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Holiday
& Seasonal
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Arlington -
Photos With Santa at Parks Mall
Santa will celebrate this holiday season
with a perfect photo opportunity for your family and friends.
Let the kids whisper their gift ideas to Santa.
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Where:
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Arlington -
The
Parks Mall Lower Level Center Court
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When:
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11/8-12/24; during Mall hours
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Info:
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817-467-2757,
http://www.theparksatarlington.com/
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Cost:
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Visit is free; photo packages available.
Click here for photo coupon (expires 12/11).
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Grapevine - ICE!
Back and bigger than ever, Gaylord
Texan's popular ICE! exhibit will feature 2 million pounds
of ice, hand-carved by visiting artisans from Harbin, China.
In addition to previous favorites, visitors of the
14,000-square-foot exhibit will discover a three-level ice
slide, a gingerbread family, penguins, a walk-through
Nativity scene, and much, much more.
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Where:
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Grapevine -
Gaylord Texan
Resort & Convention Center, Longhorn A Convention Center
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When:
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11/14-1/3; Daily, 10am-9pm
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Info:
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1-866-782-7897,
http://www.gaylordhotels.com/
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Cost:
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Adults/$20 ($23 Fri-Sun), Seniors/$18
($20 Fri-Sun), children
(4-12)/$10 ($12Fri-Sun), plus tax & service fee. Under
3/free.
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Grapevine - Lone Star Christmas
Discover
1.2 million twinkling holiday lights, magical train sets, a
40-foot tall Christmas tree and a life-size Gingerbread
House. And don't be surprised if you run into Santa, Mrs.
Claus, live reindeer, or a variety of strolling holiday
entertainers.
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Where:
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Grapevine -
Gaylord Texan
Resort & Convention Center
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When:
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Daily 11/14-1/3
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Info:
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1-866-782-7897,
http://www.gaylordhotels.com/
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Cost:
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Free
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Plano -
Santa at Willow Bend
Visit with Santa and see reindeer
feedings.
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Where:
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Plano -
The
Shops at Willow Bend, Grand Court
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When:
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11/7 (After 4pm Santa Parade) through
12/24; during most mall hours
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Info:
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972-202-4900,
http://www.shopwillowbend.com/
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Cost:
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Visit is free; photo prices vary
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Plano - Snow Globes
Holiday magic comes alive with life-sized snow globes,
featuring The Polar Express.
Visitors may enter the snow globes.
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Where:
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Plano -
The
Shops at Willow Bend, Grand Court
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When:
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11/7-12/24; during mall
hours
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Info:
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972-202-4900,
http://www.shopwillowbend.com/
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Cost:
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Free
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►
Rodeos
& Cowboys
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Stockyards Championship Rodeo
Stockyards Championship Rodeo almost every Friday and Saturday night at the
historic Cowtown Coliseum provides family fun with traditional rodeo events. |
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Cowtown
Coliseum |
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When: |
Fri &
Sat 8pm |
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Info: |
817-654-1148,
http://www.cowtowncoliseum.com |
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Cost: |
Adults/$11, children (3-12)/$8, seniors (60+)/$9.50. VIP and reserved box
seating also available. |
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►
Shows
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Jack & The
Beanstalk
Marionette show about the classic tale of a boy named Jack, who trades the family cow for magic beans. They get him into a heap of trouble and he has to outsmart a giant, a chicken and a golden harp to survive. |
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Where:
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Dallas -
Slappy's Puppet Playhouse
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When:
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9/6-11/23;
Fri 10:30am, Sat 10:30am & 1pm, Sun 2pm
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Info:
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214-369-4849,
riley@slappysplayhouse.com,
http://www.slappysplayhouse.com
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Cost:
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$9/adults,
$8/children (under 3, free) and seniors
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Receive one free child's
ticket with purchase of adult ticket to any weekday
performance with the
MB Savings
Card
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The Little Mermaid
All-youth play based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen
In the harmonious world under the sea, the little Mermaid dreams of the world above. Cautioned by her sea-bound family and friends and enchanted by the Sea Witch, she ventures forth to find true love and a happy ending with the handsome Prince and learns a few lessons along the way.
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Where:
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Arlington -
Theatre
Arlington
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When:
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11/7-16; Fri & Sat 7:30pm,
Sat & Sun 2pm
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Info:
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817-275-7661,
http://www.theatrearlington.org
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Cost:
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$10
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►
Special Events
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Friday Play Day
Come out to the Wiggly Play Center for fun wiggly games with Dorothy, Wags, and Henry. Henry will play freeze dance, Wags will have a treasure hut, and Dorothy will play follow the leader. We will also have $5 12" cheese pizzas (add additional toppings for one dollar each) from 3 pm to close. There will be a drawing for a $20 gift card.
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Where:
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Frisco -
Wiggly Play Center
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When:
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4:30-6:30pm
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Info:
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469-633-0676; info@wigglyplaycenter.com;
http://www.wigglyplaycenter.com
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Cost:
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$7.45 per child
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Admission is only $5 per child with the
MB Savings Card
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Sports
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Storytelling
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Arlington -
Little Legends Storytime
Do you have a
"little legend" in the making? Bring your 3-5 year old to Legends of the
Game Baseball Museum and Learning Center for a fun-filled journey into the
magical world of baseball! Little Legends Storytime includes:
Baseball-related preschool story, story discussion, craft activity, and time
in the Learning Center and Museum. Reservations required.
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Where:
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Arlington -
Legends of the Game Baseball Museum and Learning Center
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When:
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10-11am
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Info:
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817-273-5087,
http://museum.texasrangers.com
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Cost:
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$6 per
child/accompanying adult gets in free
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Arlington - Bouncing Babies
Bouncing babies is a
program for children ages birth to two years old. The library staff will do
stories, rhymes, finger plays and songs with your baby. It does vary by
story time. It is a lapsit program in which you will interact with your
baby. The stories used are shorter in text and have large colorful
pictures. |
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Where: |
Arlington -
George W. Hawkes Central Library |
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When: |
10am
& 11am |
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Info: |
817-459-6900,
http://www.pub-lib.ci.arlington.tx.us/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
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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. |
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Where: |
Arlington -
Southeast Branch Library |
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When: |
10:30am & 11:15am |
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Info: |
817-459-6395,
http://www.pub-lib.ci.arlington.tx.us/ |
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Cost: |
Free |
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Dallas -
Every Child Ready To Read
An
interactive storytime that engages 2-to-4-year-olds in phonics and pre-reading basics with stories and music. |
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