Hurricane Ike Relief Efforts:
Help the victims of Hurricane Ike by donating to the American Red Cross. The Red Cross is providing shelter, food and emotional support for thousands of evacuees here in North Texas. Help out by donating online at http://american.redcross.org/.
Help out the Salvation Army....
http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/www_usn_2.nsf.
Help out the North Texas Food Bank
http://www.ntxfoodbank.org/.
Help out the Tarrant County Food Bank
http://www.tafb.org.
Volunteer to help out evacuees
http://www.volunteernorthtexas.org/volunteercenter.
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Skies of Butterflies
Sep 13 through Oct 24, 2008
more info: www.texasdiscoverygardens.org
See eye to eye with a butterfly during the Skies of Butterflies exhibit at Texas Discovery Gardens . This seasonal Butterfly House contains 200+ colorful native Texas butterflies like Giant Swallowtails, Pipevine Swallowtails, Monarchs, Sulphurs, Question Marks, and more. Monarch tagging presentations will take place each day at 2pm.
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"Life Through The Eyes of A Child Living with Neuroblastoma"
September 5, 2008 - November 5, 2008
more info: www.nbhope.org
Photography Exhibition by award-winning photographer Geno Loro in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (September). Ft. Worth Community Arts Center (1300 Gendy Street; Ft. Worth, TX) . Opening night will be September 5th from 6 pm-8:30 p.m. The event is provided by three title sponsors: Children's Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation, Cook Children's Medical Center and the University of North Texas Health Science Center. This event is free and open to a general audience.
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Terrorplex Haunted Theme Park
Sept 19 - November 2, 2008
more info: www.terrorplex.com
DFW’s most terrifying Halloween theme park. TERRORPLEX features 4 haunted houses, including new for 2008 Midnight Manor, all for $19. TERRORPLEX is open every Friday (7:30pm – 12:00am), Saturday (7:30pm – 12:00am) and Sunday (7:30pm – 10:00pm) starting Sept 19th running thru Nov 2nd. TERRORPLEX is located at 6921 Bennett Lawson Rd., Mansfield, Texas, 76063. Terrorplex benefits “its My Heart Foundation” and the Rendon Fire Department. For more information please visit our website at www.TERRORPLEX.com.
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Wish Upon A Par
October 6, 2008
more info: www.wishuponapar.com
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas is hosting the 2008 Wish Upon A Par golf tournament to grant the wishes of children in North Texas fighting life-threatening medical conditions. The tournament will feature Australian Native and PGA TOUR Player Nathan Green and his PGA TOUR friends. Participants of the tournament will have the opportunity to visit with the players and enjoy a day of golf with a “Land Down Under” theme.
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Dodgeball Game
October 6, 2008
location: Garland, Texas – Granger Recreation Center - 1310 West Avenue F Garland, Texas 75040
Time: 7 PM - 9 PM. Bring: We ask that you bring at least two people with you to the game to play. Cost: $8 For more information please email themoviecritic79@yahoo.com
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Target 25th Anniversary National Night Out
October 7, 2008
location: Lake Worth Texas
We will have booths set-up with games and prizes everthing is free no cost this event will help bring our community together and celebrate we will have contests, rides and great gifts to give away at no cost. please contact me in you need more info Thank You from The Target Team.
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Chautauqua Lecture Series: “Campaign Voices from the Past”
October 7, 2008 7 p.m.
more info: www.dallasheritagevillage.org
“Chautauqua Lecture Series” continues with “Campaign Voices of the Past,” when Rick Wilkins dives into his treasure trove of historic recordings from a privately-owned collection. Hear the voices of past presidential candidates including Theodore Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan, as well as a few humorous takes on our political process. Tuesday, October 7, 7 p.m., Pilot Grove Church. Admission is $5 members are free. To RSVP call 214-413-3674
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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT @ THE VANDERBILT
OCTOBER 7TH from 5 - 9 pm
more info: www.nationalnightout.org/nno/
The Vanderbilt invites you to join us as we celebrate NATIONAL NIGHT OUT! This event takes place annually for EVERYONE to gather. N.N.O. is the best way of addressing Crime & Crime Awareness. So we need YOUR involvement to bring the community together to help put a STOP to crime! Come join us October 7th, from 5-9pm, for food, games, knowledge & fun! Now, you’re probably asking, “What should I expect if I come?” Well, I’ll tell you! Target is sponsoring this awesome event for us! We’ll have a Bounce House – provided by TXU! AT&T will be out demonstrating U-Verse in their modified Ice Cream Truck w/ a ‘COOL’ surprise! The Fire Department will have a Fire Truck out here, w/ some of Fort Worth’s finest Police Officers! A Live DJ will supply us w/ music all night long – & yes, he does take requests! Come on now, this isn’t even scratching the surface of what all we will have! You just need to come out & see for yourself! You know you want to! And The Vanderbilt hopes to see you here!
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Nip and Tuck’s Barnyard Buddies Storytime for Preschoolers
October 8, 2008; 11 a.m.
more info: www.dallasheritagevillage.org
“Nip and Tuck’s Barnyard Buddies Storytime for Preschoolers,” named after Dallas Heritage Village’s Mammoth Jack Donkeys, Nip and Tuck, parents and preschoolers are invited to join us this fall in Renner School. Nip and Tuck’s favorite friend, Miss Meg, will share a story of two lead a craft relating to the month’s theme. The theme for September is “Presidential Party.” We’ll be reading The Boy Who Looked Like Lincoln by Mike Reiss and What To Do About Alice?: How Alice Roosevelt Broke the Rules, Charmed the World, and Drove Her Father Teddy Crazy! by Barbara Kerley. October 8, 11 a.m. $5 per participating child, includes admission to the museum; members are free. Please call 214-413-3674 or email reservations@dallasheritagevillage.org to RSVP.
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Medical City 'WIN Breast Cancer' Support Group
October 9, 2008
more info: www.medicalcityhospital.com
Medical City Hospital and The Women’s Information Network (WIN) will host free monthly gatherings every 2nd Thursday of the month offering support and information for women diagnosed with cancer.
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After Dark in the Park
October 10-12, 2008
more info: www.riverlegacy.org
Location: River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd.
Family friendly festival featuring games, crafts, activities, pumpkin patch, storytelling, starlight stroll, concessions and much more. Admission is $6, with some activities and concession an additional fee. Hours are 6 to 10 pm, October 10; 5 to 10 pm, October 11; and 5 to 9 pm October 12. Call 817.861.2576 for more info. All proceeds benefit River Legacy Parks, Living Science Center and River Legacy Foundation.
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THE 11TH ANNUAL BOO BENEFIT 2008
October 10-12, 2008
Location: JEFFERSON, TEXAS
THE BOO BENEFIT IS A MOTORCYCLE RALLY FOR THE PERCY JOHNSON BURN FOUNDATION AND SHRINERS CHILDRENS BURN HOSPITAL IN GALVESTON, TEXAS. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FROM THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE PERCY JOHNSON BURN FOUNDATION AND SHRINERS. ON SITE THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC, POKER RUN, BIKE SHOW, A RAFFLE FOR A 2008, 105TH ANNIVERSARY HARLEY-DAVIDSON ULTRA CLASSIC ELECTRA GLIDE WITH A DELUXE DIAMOND C TRAILER. GO TO WWW.BOOBENEFIT.ORG FOR MORE DETAILS.
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Pathways Core Training Seminar
October 10-12, 2008
more info: www.createagreatlife.org
Your life stuck in traffic? Get the power tools you need to change your life today with Pathways Core Training, a time tested experiential training program. Define who you really are and create a life strategy that works! For more information please visit www.createagreatlife.org or call 972-791-0337 today!
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2008 Paluxy Pedal Backroads Bicycle Rode
October 11, 2008
more info: www.paluxypedal.com
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008 8:30 am: 6th Annual Back Roads Bicycle Ride!
29, 45, 60 & 80 mile routes. Patches for climbing "The Wall" (45, 60 & 80 mi. routes only). Major hills on ALL routes. Begin and end @ Glen Rose High School, showers available. Online registration: $25, $30 at door. New this year: Carbo Load Spaghetti Dinner Friday evening October 9th includes salad, bread, drink & dessert for $7.50 benefiting Somervell County Committee on Aging at the Citizen’s Center in downtown Glen Rose. Live music and shops on the square open late to enjoy after dinner. Proceeds benefit LDL Educational Resources Foundation, a charitable organization in support of education, health & environment projects for youth & adults of Somervell & adjacent counties.
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Twas the Night Before All Hallows Eve
October 11, 2008
more info: www.unasvillage.com
location: 5602 Bell Ave, next door to The Labyrinth
Come join us to meet the Author and Illustrator of “Twas The Night Before All Hallows Eve “ childrens picture book Unarei Saldana and Cindy Rodella Purdy. We are hosting a book signing event and free Halloween party on Saturday, October 11th, from 6pm-9pm. We welcome children of all ages to attend! Costumes are encouraged but not necessary. Bring the children to come and meet the live characters of the story book. Enjoy yummy treats, games, storytelling, and free raffle for the grand prize of a signed copy of "Twas The Night" book. We will have many more prizes to give away on this frightful fun filled night!
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Walk for Wellness
October 11, 2008
more info: www.walkforwellness.weebly.com
Location: Campion Trail, Irving, TX
Please join us in the celebration and honor of an admirable organization. For the last 50 years, Kentuckiana Children's Center has dedicated themselves to helping well deserved and underprivileged children through the healing art of chiropractic.
On October 11th, 2008, the Parker College of Chiropractic Class of December 2009 will be hosting the 1st Annual Walk for Wellness. The fundraiser will be held at Campion Trail in Irving, TX from 7 am to 3 pm. The event will include a 4 mile walk followed by an interactive Wellness Fair. This event will, first and foremost, benefit Kentuckiana. In addition, it will promote wellness within your community and serve as a fundraiser for the Class of December 2009. Let's work together to make a difference for the CHILDREN of Kentuckiana!
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TXU Energy Dash for Dignity
Saturday, October 11th
more info: www.cdcdallas.org
Location: Winfrey Point on White Rock Lake
Join us for a competitively timed 5K and Fun Run/Walk/Roll at Winfrey Point on White Rock Lake benefiting Citizens Development Center, a nonprofit organization that serves adults with disabilities. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m; 5K at 8:30; and Fun Run/Walk/Roll at 9:30. Mike Doocy of Fox 4 television will Co-Chair the event. Awards for overall top male and top female, as well as medals for the top 3 male and female finishers in their age categories will be announced at 10:00 a.m. The Fox 4 Ability Zone will be offering entertainment, refreshments, games and prizes. Join Mike Doocy, The Grape Guy and the Maverick ManiACCs for a morning of fun! Goody bags and t-shirts for all runners with prize drawings after the race.
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Payton's Hope & Hearts Run
October 11, 2008
more info: www.hopeandheartsrun.org/texas
location: Audubon Park 342 W. Oats Rd. Garland, TX 75043
RUN,WALK or CRAWL and join us for this 1ST Annual FAMILY EVENT which will include a 5K Timed Run, 5K Walk, Kids 100 Yard Dash Fun Run, fun kids' activities, music and great food! Proceeds entirely benefit the Missing GRACE Foundation.The mission of Missing GRACE Foundation is to provide resources and support to aid families who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss, infertility or adoption challenges and to advocate for proper management of pregnancies for all women.
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"LIVE OUT LOUD MIXER!" National Coming Out Day event
October 11, 2008
more info: www.cdkirven.blogspot.com
LIVE OUT LOUD!" - Book Introduction & Mixer - BUDDIES II - 4025 Maple Ave. Dallas, TX 57219 -In an effort to reduce the 30% suicide rate among GLBT youth, I've decided to have the the "LIVE OUT LOUD" event on the 20th year of National Coming Out Day. CALL - GLBT Nat'l Youth Talkline - 1-800-246-PRIDE if you need help or come to event & learn about local GLBT organizations. Information will be given out to mixer attendees Legacy of Sucess Foundation, Lambda Legal & Youth First Texas.
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Mission Fun Run 5K
October 11, 2008
more info: www.fumcch.org
This race has graced the streets of Cedar Hill for 13 years and counting... The race will be staged at Cedar & Broad Streets, downtown Cedar Hill, TX 75104. The race will begin at 8:30 AM on October 11. Net proceeds will benefit mission programs of the First United Methodist Church of Cedar Hill. For more info, call 972-293-0549 / e-mail brmuirhead@sbcglobal.net.
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The DNA LifePrint Child Safety Event
October 11, 2008 9:30am – 2:00pm
location: David McDavid’s Plano Lincoln Mercury 3333 W. Plano Parkway, Plano TX 75075 Contact: Ric Moreno or Linda Jervis (972) 964-5000
Endorsed by John Walsh America’s Trusted Name In Fighting CrimeNew Biometric Fingerprinting & DNA Identification Kit. This Program Provides Parents With The Vital Tools Recommended By The FBI and The Department Of Justice A corporate citizen steps forward and underwrites this program. In your area, this service is being provided as a donation to your community by: David McDavid’s Plano Lincoln Mercury
Biometrics is the newest and most advanced technology available today for obtaining fingerprints. We are privileged to be able to use the same equipment presently used by Federal Agencies, Law Enforcement, and the US Military. Law Enforcement know that time is critical in the recovery of a missing child. The Biometric Technology our program brings to parents allows their child’s fingerprints to be immediately submitted into the FBI Database as soon as they are reported missing. When the child’s fingerprints are entered into the FBI Database, the fingerprints become immediately available to all law enforcement agencies throughout the United States.
FREE an FBI Certified Biometric 10 Digit Fingerprint Profile.
FREE a high resolution full color Digital Photograph of your child.
FREE a Child Safety Journal which will provide law enforcement officials with all the necessary vital information about your child and other important facts they will need immediately after a child is reported missing.
FREE a Home DNA Identification Kit that is easy to use and lasts through generations.
There is no data basing: After each child goes through the line, parents are handed a Child Safety Journal (which contains the Biometric Fingerprints and Digital Photo) and a DNA Kit. The DNA Kit contains detailed instructions on how to use the DNA Kit at home. The only record of the visit is handed to you to take home: The event sponsor keeps no records on file. You will also be given John Walsh’s Child Safety Tips. All the information provided at this Child Safety Program is recommended by child safety experts and law enforcement officials to be updated every 6 months.
If a child becomes missing, parents greatly increase their chance of quickly recovering their child if they immediately provide, a FBI Certified Biometric 10 Digit Fingerprint Profile, a DNA Sample, a High Resolution Full Color Photograph, and Current Statistical Information. Parents Please Bring Your Children to this FREE Child Safety Program
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Flying Saucer Third Annual Fall Brew Fest
October 11, 2008
more info: www.beerknurd.com/stores/fortworth
The Flying Saucer will host its third annual Fall Brew Fest in Fort Worth on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Saucer's parking lot in Sundance Square. The Fall Brew Fest will feature five beer tents, each with crafted brews chosen by The Flying Saucer's beer guru, Keith Schlabs. Featured beers will include rare special
releases and cask-conditioned ales. For $15, event goers will receive a
commemorative glass and tasting card that can be redeemed for a sampling
of 10 of the 20 featured beers. Admission to the event is free. Also, a portion of the events' proceeds will go to benefit Pints for Prostates. The event's going to have a great beer line-up, including some that aren't often available in the Metroplex. Some of the notable beers are the St. Arnold Devine #7, Ayinger Oktoberfest, Dogfish Head's Punkin Ale, Avery Brewing Company's The Kaiser, Sierra Nevada Harvest Northern Hemisphere fresh hop ale, Live Oak Dry-Hopped Cask-Conditioned IPA,
Stone Brewing Company's Smoked Porter, Victory Brewing Company's Storm King Imperial Stout draught, Rahr & Sons Blind Salamander Pale and Real Ale Shade Grown Coffee Porter, which is cask-conditioned. And, at 1 p.m., they'll have a ceremonial tapping of Real Ale Cask-Conditioned Dunkel Roggenbier!
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Breast Cancer 3 Day Bake Sale w/ Team T.A.G.
October 11, 2008
We will be outside the Frisco Wal-Mart (12220 FM 423)from 11am to 7pm at the grocery entrance. We will have baked goods for sale and collecting donations towards our team goal. Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk on November 7 - 9.
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Fort Worth Alliance Air Show
October 11-12, 2008
more info: www.allianceairshow.com
The 19th Annual Fort Worth Alliance Air Show, presented by Breitling, will be held on the weekend of October 11-12, 2008. Bring your family and friends for a full-day of daring aerobatic maneuvers, children's activities, food and the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! Gates open at 9:00 a.m. each day and aerial performances start at 9:30 a.m. and last until the late afternoon. The Fort Worth Alliance Air Show is a non-profit event with the goal of raising funds for its primary beneficiary - the USO of Dallas/Fort Worth. Please visit the Alliance Air Show website for more information.
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Libraryfest
October 12, 2008
more info: www.libraryfest.com
Libraryfest is a free family-oriented festival that showcases the Library in a new and exciting way. Authors, storytellers, musicians and other interesting folks will be on hand in and around the Central Library to offer discussions, presentations, workshops and entertainment. Three-time Grammy-nominated Trout Fishing in America will be back to entertain children and adults alike. The festival attracts a diverse audience from the North Central Texas area with an annual attendance that has exceeded 8,000 visitors.
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BDF Homeworks Fall Classic Golf and Tennis Tournament
October 13, 2008
more info: www.miraclegolfconcepts.com
The 9th Annual BDF Homeworks Fall Classic Golf and Tennis Tournament will be held October 13, at Gleneagles Country Club in Plano, with actress Sheree Wilson from the hit TV show “Dallas” serving as Master of Ceremonies. Proceeds benefit Dallas Junior Forum, Hope’s Door and KICKSTART. The Fall Classic is hosted by BDF Homeworks Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed by the partners of the Dallas-based law firm Barrett Daffin Frappier Turner & Engel, LLP, to help improve the lives of local children and families. To register for either the golf or tennis tournament, visit the “Upcoming Events” page at www.miraclegolfconcepts.com. For more information, e-mail fallclassic@bbwcdf.com or call 972-341-0919.
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CANSTRUCTION®2008 Competition & Exhibition Benefiting Tarrant Area Food Bank
October 12 - 18, 2008
more info: www.tafb.org
CANSTRUCTION® 2008 Competition & Exhibition— On Sunday, October 12 watch as architects and engineers use cans and boxes of food to build 8-foot high by 10-foot square structures ranging from comic book heroes to pirate ships. October 12 -18 see all 13 can-structions and vote for your favorite for the People’s Choice Award. A jury of local experts and celebrities judges the show Oct. 13 to present awards for Best Meal, Structural Ingenuity, Best Use of Labels and Jurors' Favorite. The award recipients will enter their can-structions in the national Canstruction® contest. All food in the can-structions goes to Tarrant Area Food Bank and its network of 300 hunger-relief charities in 13 counties. The tenth annual Canstruction® in Tarrant County is organized by the Fort Worth Chapters of the Society of Design Administration and The American Institute of Architects.
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An American in Paris
October 16, 2008
more info: www.symphonyarlington.org
The performance will feature An American in Paris, a symphonic composition by American composer George Gershwin, composed in 1928. Inspired by time Gershwin had spent in Paris, it is in the form of an extended tone poem evoking the sights and energy of the French capital in the 1920s. It is one of Gershwin's best-known compositions. Other selections will include Offenbach’s Overture to La Vie Parisienne, Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, and Daira Rabotkina performing Ravel’s Piano concerto in G.
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Royal Air Force in Texas Fly-In
October 17 & 18, 2008
more info: www.BFTSTexas.com
No. 1 British Flight Training School Museum Fly-In In honor of the 90th anniversary of The British Flying Training School, the BFTS Museum is hosting a Dinner-Dance and Fly-In October 17 & 18, 2008 to honor the British pilots who trained there and the American officers and civilian staff who assisted with that training. The airport and museum grounds will open at 6pm on Friday for a dinner and dance with a USO style performance. Tickets are $30. Saturday’s event will start with a pancake breakfast and host other food, memorabilia, and craft booths. Vintage air craft and antique cars will be on display. Event plans call for a Color Guard Saturday at noon, with demonstrations by helicopter medical evacuation units, experimental aircraft, Red Cross, and others. Tom Killebrew, author of the book, “The Royal Air Force in Texas”, will also lecture and sign books. Admission for adults is $5, ages 5 – 16 $3, and children 4 and under are free. Contact: 469/595-3314 or (972)
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Sounds of Thunder - Powwow
October 17-19, 2008
more info: www.soundsofthunder.us
This is a Native American Powwow open to the public. The purpose of this benefit is to raise scholarship funds that are open to all US residents. Dancers and singers from across the country will generate a flowing rainbow of colors as dancers don beautiful traditional regalia and synchronize dancing feet with the pulsing ancient heartbeat of the drums. All Veterans past and present, peacetime and combat alike are invited to come at 7pm Friday night and will be honored during our Grand Entry for their selfless service. Primitive camping is available as well as tee pee rentals. Admission is a canned food item that will be divided among the area food banks. A silent auction featuring items donated by the Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars will also be present. Colleges and Military recruiters will be on hand to assist anyone looking for a career or higher education. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy. This is a family event so no alcohol is allowed on the grounds. Bring your lawn chairs, pitch a tent and enjoy the weekend with us!
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Citadelle Art Museum Tours
October 18, 2008
The Citadelle Art Museum will conduct preview tours from one to four p.m. October eighteenth at 520 Nelson Avenue in Canadian. Presently open only by appointment, the museum will be open to the public beginning in early 2009. For more information, see the website at www.thecitadelle.org or call (806) 376-4521.
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Mesquite's Green Event (Home Depot & City of Mesquite)
October 18, 2008
Free energy saving event full of information and tips. FREE EVERYTHING: food, restaraunt samples, local businesses product giveaways, prizes, petting zoo, sponsored by the City of Mesquite and The Home Depot, gift card giveaways, tons more!
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Barkitecture Dallas
October 18th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
more info: www.barkitecturedallas.com
Architects and skilled craftsmen unleash their creativity by building one-of-a-kind dog houses to be raffled off to raise funds for the White Rock Lake Dog Park. Proceeds will provide funds to update the White Rock Lake Dog Park with proper flood control. Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Visit www.barkitecturedallas.com for more information. Dog houses will be on display at the Dallas Arboretum from Monday, October 6th through Friday, October 17th.
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Stop, Drop & Roll Chili Cook Off
October 18, 2008
more info: www.wpifirefightersfund.org
The WPI Firefighters’ Fund (based in Fort Worth, Texas) is holding its fourth CASI sanctioned annual Chili Cook-Off and Festival at Bass Pro Shops in Grapevine on Saturday, October 18, 2008, from 10 am to 5 pm. The event is free and one hundred percent of the proceeds will go to injured firefighters, families of injured or fallen firefighters, and volunteer fire departments.
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40 YEARS OF LED - Celebrating Led Zeppelin's 40th Anniversary with SWAN SONG - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Sat October 18, 2008
more info: www.myspace.com/swansongtributeband
location: SKILLMAN STREET BAR, 9220 Skillman Street, Suite 115, Dallas TX 75243, 214-341-3232, http://www.myspace.com/skillmanstreetbar
40 YEARS OF LED - Celebrating Led Zeppelin's 40th Anniversary with SWAN SONG - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin, the longest running Led Zeppelin tribute in the Southwest.
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Angel Fowler Wolf Benefit
October 18, 2008
more info: www.freewebs.com/angelfowlerwolfmedicalfundbenefit
location: Gainesville Leonard Park in Gainesville Texas
All day event... live music, drawings, food, prizes, games for kids of all ages
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Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk
October 18, 2008
more info: www.alz.org
location: LaGrave Field, Fort Worth, TX
5k walk around Trinity River in support of Alzheimer's disease awareness. All donations go towards the Alzheimer's Association's Fort Worth chapter.
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Midlothian Chamber of Commerce Annual Fall Festival and 5K Downhill Dash
October 18, 2008
more info: www.midlothianchamber.org
Midlothian Chamber of Commerce Annual Fall Festival and 5K Downhill Dash to be held Saturday, October 18, 2008. Check-in time for runners is 7:00 am, with the race beginning at 8:00 am. Fall Festival hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Location: MISD Multipurpose Stadium, 14th Street and Hwy 287 Bypass. Contact: www.midlothianchamber.org, info@midlothianchamber.org, or call (972) 723-8600.
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Round Up on the Range
October 18, 2008 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
more info: www.roundupontherange.com
Location: Myers Park and Event Center, 7117 County Road 166, McKinney, Texas 75071
Do you wish that you could rewind the pages of time and experience an authentic 1800’s western day? Whether your answer is yes, maybe, or definitely, you will not want to miss the 2008 Roundup on the Range presented by Pat Lobb Toyota and McKinney Community Development Corporation. Join Volunteer McKinney Center as they scoot back the clock to celebrate the history of the west and raise funds that will benefit over 70 non-profit and charitable organizations. This one-day event captures the old west traditions with chuckwagon cooking, music, animals, western horse training with Robert Liner and many more authentic cowboy activities. Slip on your boots, lasso up the kids, load up the wagon and head the horses out to Myers Park on October 18, 2008. You will not want to miss this unique and original event. $5 per person; children 3 and under free. $15 chuckwagon lunch ticket includes admission to the event if purchased before Friday, October 10, 2008
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Fall in Love with Reading Festival
October 18, 2008
more info: www.scoreagoal.org
Score A Goal In The Classroom will host the Fall in Love with Reading Festival at TCU’s Daniel-Meyer Coliseum Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 to 11 a.m. Participating children will receive free books and prizes and have the opportunity to read with and to Fort Worth’s famous Reading Frogs -- TCU students, athletes and faculty. This free event is designed for children ages 4-11. Score A Goal In The Classroom is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt educational incentive program designed to encourage and motivate students, kindergarten through 12th grade, with positive rewards and an opportunity to raise grades, achieve better attendance and become more responsible citizens. For more information, call 817-429-4024 or visit www.scoreagoal.org.
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Children’s and Youth Choruses of Greater Dallas
October 18, 2008
more info: www.scoreagoal.org
Score A Goal In The Classroom will host the Fall in Love with Reading Festival at TCU’s Daniel-Meyer Coliseum Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 to 11 a.m. Participating children will receive free books and prizes and have the opportunity to read with and to Fort Worth’s famous Reading Frogs -- TCU students, athletes and faculty. This free event is designed for children ages 4-11. Score A Goal In The Classroom is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt educational incentive program designed to encourage and motivate students, kindergarten through 12th grade, with positive rewards and an opportunity to raise grades, achieve better attendance and become more responsible citizens. For more information, call 817-429-4024 or visit www.scoreagoal.org.
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Duck Day on the Trinity
Saturday, Oct. 18th, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
location: Trinity Park, Fort Worth, Texas
Duck Day on the Trinity is a free, fun-filled, family event featuring a duck race with more than 10,000 bright yellow rubber ducks released from Lancaster Bridge into the Trinity. The lucky ducks that cross the finish line first allow their adoptive parents to collect special prizes! Prizes include a big screen TV, trip to San Antonio, camping package, gift cards galore, 52 boxes of Girl Scout cookies and more. Ducks can be adopted online at www.duckday2008.org for $5 each, $25 for a "Quack Pack" of six, a "Flock" of 12 for $50 or $100 for 25 ducks. Additional activities offered:
· Rock climbing wall · Euro quad jump · 3-story super slide · Entertainment stage
Food and beverages will also be available for purchase. Proceeds from Duck Day benefit Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains, Inc. which serves over 17,000 girls from ages 5-17 in 81 counties throughout northwest Texas. The Fort Worth Region serves girls in Cooke, Hill, Hood, Johnson, Montague, Parker, Somervell, Tarrant and Wise counties. In this region, approximately 1,200 troop leaders organize activities throughout the year for the girls in troops and their families. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
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Trinity River Audubon Center Grand Opening
Oct. 18-19, 2008 10am-5pm
more info: www.trinityriveraudubon.org
The Trinity River Audubon Center is situated on 120 acres of the Great Trinity Forest, the largest urban bottomland hardwood forest in the U.S. and is located eight minutes from downtown Dallas. The Center will hold its grand opening, Natural Connections, on Saturday, October 18, 2008. The community is invited to join in the activities all weekend for free.
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Flying Kites for Kids in Crisis
Oct. 18-19, 2008
more info: www.familyfunkites.com/
THIRD ANNUAL “KITES OVER GRANBURY” KITE FESTIVAL “Flying Kites for Kids in Crisis”
Benefitting the “Children’s Advocacy Center” For “Kids in Crisis” Family Fun Kites is bringing families together for a weekend of fun in the sun to help “Kids in Crisis” for Hood and Somervell counties on October 18th & 19th from 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday. This year the event will be held on a 300 acre field at Highways 377 and 167 (Fall Creek Hwy) across the street from Jerry Durant Toyota. You won’t be able to miss it with the sky filled with huge colorful kites and candy raining from the sky.
Kite flyers from all over Texas congregate in this small historic town to introduce the sport of kite flying, share in good fun and raise funds for the Children’s Advocacy Center. The Professional kite flyers perform demonstrations of Trick Flying and Team Flying choreographed to music played by the DJs. Power Kites demonstrate the power of the wind by towing Kiters in buggies. And the Beat Goes On, the music continues all day while beginners and novice flyers take their turn on the field to fly their kites and show their skills.
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Walk to Defeat ALS
October 18 and 25, 2008
more info: www.walkntx.alsa.org
The Walk to Defeat ALS is the signature event of The ALS Association, which is dedicated to leading the global fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). It is estimated that more than 500 North Texans live with ALS, a fatal neuromuscular disease that affects a person's ability to move, speak, swallow and breathe.
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Code Red Murder Mystery
October 19, 2008
location: Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 North Galloway Avenue
On Saturday, October 18, the Children’s and Youth Choruses of Greater Dallas will perform their second annual concert in Mesquite honoring local composer Dede Duson. Tickets are free but necessary for a seat. “Earth and Sky” celebrates the beauty of the changing season with music by Dede Duson, Ron Nelson, Benjamin Britten and Samuel Barber with Native American texts and texts by Gwen Frostic, Thomas Ahlburn, and Walter de la Mere, and more. The concert is sponsored by the Dede Duson Endowment as designated by Jean Rogers Winchell and by the Mesquite Arts Council. The nationally recognized Children’s Chorus of Greater Dallas is well-known for its beautiful, pure sound and artistry; they have performed at such well-known venues as Carnegie Hall and St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. The Youth Chorus, composed of the best high-school age singers from across the Metroplex, is newer but already recognized as one of the best mixed choruses in the region.
The Children’s Chorus of Greater Dallas organization includes five choruses for singers from 4th through 12th grades, including three professional-quality touring choirs. The choruses are admired by directors and musicians across the U.S., who have invited them to sing at Carnegie Hall and St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican and with groups such as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the Dallas Bach Society, and the Dallas Wind Symphony.
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Tee Time for a Lifetime Golf Classic
October 19, 2008
more info: www.teetimeforalifetime.com
NWLB will be hosting our first ever charity golf tournament on Sunday, October 19 at Riverside Golf Club in Grand Prairie. There will be a shotgun start at 1pm. Several great prizes for hole in one shots as well as gift bags for all players. The net proceeds will support breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment through Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund.Interested in becoming a sponsor for the tournament? We are looking for people and /or businesses to help sponsor our event. There is opportunity to sponsor at many different levels.
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Dodgeball Game
October 20, 2008
location: Garland, Texas – Granger Recreation Center - 1310 West Avenue F Garland, Texas 75040
Time: 7 PM - 9 PM. Bring: We ask that you bring at least two people with you to the game to play. Cost: $8 For more information please email themoviecritic79@yahoo.com
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Gourmet for Good
October 20, 2008
more info: www.nof.org
In recognition of World Osteoporosis Day, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) will host Gourmet for Good, an evening of elegant dining at Dallas’ premiere restaurants. This fundraising event will bring NOF supporters together at a cocktail reception at Light & Sie Gallery with hors d’oeuvres, a keynote speaker and raffle, followed by chauffeured limo transportation to top-rated Dallas restaurants, including The Capital Grille, Charlie Palmer Restaurant, The Club, Craft Dallas, The Crescent Club, Dallas Fish Market, Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa, Kenichi Dallas, Medina Oven & Bar, Nana, Nobu, Palomino and Salum Restaurant. Guests who purchase a seat or table will enjoy a multi-course dinner with special attention from participating restaurants’ executive chefs.
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Pathways Core Training Seminar
October 22-26, 2008
more info: www.createagreatlife.org
The WALK is an intensive, five-day seminar that provides you with the tools used to identify and eliminate obstacles standing between you and the success you desire and deserve. Working in groups of various sizes, you learn how to effectively communicate and build teamwork strengths such as trust, honesty, security and purpose. You are challenged to accept accountability for the choices you have made in the past and begin creating a powerful and positive future.
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Frisco Family YMCA Boo Bash
Oct. 23 - 7 to 8 p.m.
more info: www.friscoymca.org
The Frisco Family YMCAs in partnership with Grace Avenue United Methodist Church will be hosting its fourth annual Boo Bash. Open to the community, members can participate in a pumpkin carving contest, carnival games, hay ride and other family friendly activities free of charge. Boo Bash is organized by the Frisco Family YMCAs
Afterschool Program which provides on-site care at over 30 elementary schools in Frisco, Prosper, Little Elm and Celina ISDs.
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Talking Tombstone Tour
October 25, 2008
more info: www.parkercountyheritagesociety.com
Get a glimpse of Weatherford’s past. Docents will be guiding you on a tour through the cemetery where you will meet historical characters of our past at their final resting place. This event typically starts around 1 p.m. and has the last group of guests start at 3 p.m. Call for ticket information.
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The Art of Frisco
October 25, 2008
Location: Westin Stonebriar Resort
Frisco Arts announces its annual fundraising gala, “Art of Frisco” presented by Newman Village on Saturday, October 25, 2008.The evening includes a champagne reception, “Art of Frisco” silent and live auction featuring artful experiences, seated dinner, live entertainment, and dancing. The Frisco Arts supports more than 21 local arts organizations in Frisco and Collin County.Frisco Arts will announce its new inductees to the Art Starters Advisory Board that is comprised of leaders in the community who have championed the arts over the last decade. This distinguished group will be honored during the dinner.
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Susan G. Komen Golf Tournament
October 25, 2008
Golf tournament planned to help raise monies for the Susan G. Komen 3- day race in Dallas Texas in November 2008. Golf tournament will cost $ 50.00 per player with a 4-person ( men and women) team. Shot gun start @ 8:00 on October 25, 2008 at Pecan Valley (Hills) in Benbrook, Texas. We are also lokking for sponsors for all 18 holes. Platnuim - $400.00, Gold- $300.00, Silver- $ 200.00 and also a $ 100.00 hole. We look forward to this event and hope that you may be able to help in advertisment since you are a sponsor for the Dallas race in November. Thank you so much. My contact # is 817-307-9518 Silvia G. Perez
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Fall Art Thinker's Day
October 25, 2008
more info: www.dallascontemporary.org
Art Thinker’s Day is Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 11am – 2pm and free of charge. This special event encourages kids of all ages to engage and explore the world of contemporary art. Guests expand their artistic knowledge by participating in hands-on activities in the galleries right alongside the artwork itself! Activities are inspired by the current exhibition: Joseph Havel: Two Sheets (to the wind), Hallworks – Terry Hays and Mix! – Chuy Benitez.
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McKinney Youth Theatre Gala
October 25, 2008
more info: www.geocities.com/mytgala/
McKinney Youth Theatre, a non-profit educational program for children and teenagers in North Texas, announced that it will be hosting it's first annual Gala Fundraiser "MYT on Broadway" at 6:30 p.m., October 25, 2008, at Heard-Craig Hall in McKinney, Texas.
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ART*MUSIC*JUSTICE CONCERT
October 25, 2008
more info: www.btbf.org/liveatbenttree
Featuring Christian recording artists Sara Groves, Brandon Heath (‘08 Dove Awards Artist of the Year), Derek Webb (from Caedmon’s Call), Sandra McCracken, and Charlie Peacock. Benefit concert with all proceeds going to International Justice Mission and Food for the Hungry.
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The Kemp Fall Festival
Saturday, October 25th, 2008.
more info: www.discoverkemp.org
location: Kemp City Park 9th & Main Streets Kemp, Texas 75143
Saturday, October 25th will be a day for the Cedar Creek Lake area history books! We’re expecting up to 1000 lake-area residents to converge upon downtown Kemp to enjoy a parade, a street dance, and a big time with local business and community vendors! Admission to festival and parade route is free. Parade floats/vehicle entry is free. KBCA encourages donations of canned and paper goods to help support local food banks. 10’ x 10’ Festival booths spaces are available for just $10.00.
For information, to reserve booth space, or enter the parade: please contact Diana Clemmo at 903-498-5055. Festival opens: 12 noon Parade starts: 1pm Street dance: 5-9pm
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Universal Academy Fall Craft Fair and Carnival
October 25th, 2008
Our 8th annual Fall Craft Fair and Carnival is a great family activity for the day. From 9:00-3:00, come enjoy children's games, bounce house, horse rides, chess tournament, book fair and other activities. Parents will enjoy getting ahead of their holiday shopping by visiting the booth vendors. Dallas Cowboy Bowen will be signing autographs.
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Cow TX Running Scared 5K / 1 Mile
October 25, 2008
more info: www.cowtx.org
The race is to be staged from Community Center, 7901 Indian Springs Road, Watauga, TX. The race kicks off Halloween Bash Week and includes a refreshingly challenging 5K course that provides a running/walking tour of Watauga. It will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Part of the net proceeds will benefit the Salvation Army Hurricane Ike Relief Effort. For more info, call 817-514-5893 /
e-mail bteneyck@cowtx.org.
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Monster Triathlon / Kids and Family Triathlon
Oct. 25 kids, October 26 -Monster Tri
more info: www.monstertriathlon.com
this is the 3rd. annual Monster Triathlon and Monster Kids and Family in Keller Texas benefiting Keller ISD Athletic Scholorship Fund ***this is a themed event participants will dress in costume during the bike and run legs of the race. We would love to have you present at the event.
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Seasons of Hope Luncheon & Style Show
October 29, 2008
more info: www.thecec.org
Open Arms is celebrating 20 years of serving victims of domestic violence in Tarrant County by providing for their basic needs (safe shelter, food and clothing) as well as their long-term needs (counseling, case management, education and employment assistance). Ultimately, the program helps victims and their children rebuild their lives and break the cycle of violence in their families.
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Skeletonwitch meet and greet sponsored by Music Feeds People
October 30, 2008
more info: www.myspace.com/musicfeedspeople
location: The Palladium Ballroom 1135 South Lamar Dallas, TX 75215
Bring 10 nonperishable food items and get a MFP wristband to meet Skeletonwitch after the Blackest Of The Black Tour show in Dallas, TX. All food donations benifit The North Texas Food Bank.
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