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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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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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Mary Lucier: The Plains of Sweet Regret
Enter a hauntingly beautiful world of landscape and loss in a video installation that brings into view, through music and imagery, the rapid depopulation of the northern plains. Laced with both melancholy and loveliness, this work by video artist Mary Lucier examines the seismic changes that have swept away family farms and ranches, small towns and rural schools.
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Where:
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Fort Worth -
Amon Carter Museum
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When:
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11/15/08-2/15/09,
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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►
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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Fort Worth - Santa at Hulen Mall
Come take advantage of this perfect photo opportunity for
your family and friends while letting the kids whisper their
gift ideas to Santa.
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Where:
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Fort Worth -
Hulen Mall;
Lower Level near Sears
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When:
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11/15-12/24; Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm
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Info:
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http://www.hulenmall.com/
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Cost:
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Visit is free; photo prices vary
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Frisco - Photos With Santa at Stonebriar Center
Santa Claus is available for photos and visits
through Christmas Eve on the lower level near Sears. All
children visiting Santa will receive a holiday treat.
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Where:
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Frisco -
Stonebriar Center lower level between play area and Sears
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When:
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11/15-12/24 (except
Thanksgiving); Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm
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Info:
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972-668-6255,
http://www.shopstonebriar.com
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Cost:
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Visit is free; photo prices vary.
Click here for 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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Grapevine -
Smile With Santa
Stop
by for a visit with Santa and take your picture
with him.
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Where:
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Grapevine -
Grapevine
Mills Entrance 1
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When:
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11/15-12/24,
Mon-Sat 10am-9pm
and Sun 12-6pm; with 1-2 hour long breaks daily
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Info:
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972-724-4910,
http://www.grapevinemills.com/
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Cost:
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A variety
of quality portrait packages are available. A personal
camera use policy is in place, where you must purchase a
portrait package before taking pictures with your own
camera.
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Mesquite - Visit
With Santa at Town East Mall
Santa will be available for photos
and wishes.
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Where:
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Mesquite -
Town East Mall
lower level ParkSide, Sears Court
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When:
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11/15-12/24; 11am-7pm until Nov. 26; Nov. 28th through Dec. 23 10am-9pm; Dec. 24 closes at 6pm. Check with Customer Service for Cookie Break times.
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Info:
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972-270-2363,
http://www.towneastmall.com/
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Cost:
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Visit is free; photo
prices vary.
Click here for a coupon (expires 12/11).
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Plano - Holiday Express Train
Travel through a winter wonderland on the Collin
Creek Express train. Children can catch the train and enjoy
a ride through a winter wonderland, even see Santa's sleigh.
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Where:
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Plano -
Collin
Creek Mall, lower level, JCPenney Court
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When:
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11/15-12/24; During most mall hours
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Info:
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972-422-1070,
http://www.collincreekmall.com/
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Cost:
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$2/child per ride
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Plano - Photos With Santa
Santa Claus will be nestled
in his seat, ready for photographs and wishes. Every little
visitor will receive a copy of What Can I Give?, a coloring book with suggestions of ways that children can create special gifts for family and friends.
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Where:
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Plano -
Collin
Creek Mall, Lower Level between the play area and center court elevator
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When:
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11/15-12/24; During most mall hours
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Info:
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972-422-1070,
http://www.collincreekmall.com/
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Cost:
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Visit is free. Photo packages start at $14.99.
Click here for coupon (expires 12/11).
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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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►
Shows
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The Backyardigans
Nickelodeon's backyard friends, The Backyardigans, come to life for preschoolers in their brand-new live show, The Backyardigans Live! Tale of the Mighty Knights! Join Knights Uniqua and Tyrone as they embark on a quest to protect King Pablo's unpredictable egg. Along the way, Grabbing Goblin Austin and Flighty Fairy Tasha join the medieval mayhem as the runaway egg hatches feet and makes an unexpected dash all the way up to Dragon Mountain! The Backyardigans will need the audience's help to face a mighty dragon and return the egg to the king. The Backyardigans
Live! will have the entire family singing, dancing and
laughing along to songs of courage, friendship and the power
of imagination.
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Where:
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Grand
Prairie -
NOKIA Theatre
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When:
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11/15-16;
Sat 11am, 2pm & 5pm, Sun 2pm & 5pm
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Info:
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http://www.nokialivedfw.com/
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Cost:
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$20-$43
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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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