Now - Apr. 2, 2009 - AFI Dallas International Film Festival (Dallas,
TX)
The AFI DALLAS Film Festival returns for its third year in 2009. The festival will feature international films from emerging filmmakers, the latest work from great film masters and our unique nightly red carpet gala premieres which include all of our attending filmmakers and stars. Spanning 10 days and nights, our presentation of more than 200 screenings make it one of the largest film festivals in the Southwest.
Details at www.afidallas.com
Now
- Apr. 5, 2009
- 50th
Annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail (Tyler, TX)
Tyler celebrates the
spring season with the annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail. Mile
after mile of azaleas, dogwood trees and spring flowers that you have
to see to believe. The breathtaking beauty of our Azalea and Spring
Flower Trail has been praised by visitors as a floral wonderland and a
photographer's paradise. Visitors will enjoy more than eight miles of
beautiful azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria and tulips. For more information, please visit www.tylerazaleatrail.com
Apr. 2, 2009 -Great Taste of Grapevine 2009 (Grapevine, TX)
The Great Taste of Grapevine is an event in which 35-40 restaurants come to one venue and provide samples to the attending guests. It is a great opportunity not only for the restaurants to market themselves but also for the hundreds of attendees to learn about Grapevines dining opportunities. (Not to mention getting quite a delicious 40-course meal for a bargain price!) The event will offer cash bars, 14,400 square feet of restaurant booths, bistro tables, and stage with live entertainment. Each guest will receive a ticket for one complimentary beverage, a souvenir wine glass and tasting plate (while supplies last).
Admission price of the event: $25 in advance $30 at the door. For more information on this event, please call 817-481-1522 (Grapevine Chamber of Commerce) or visit
www.greattasteofgrapevine.com
Apr. 2 - 5, 2009 -Texas Motor
Speedway Race Week (Fort Worth, TX)
Race week starts on Thursday, April 2, with The Dallas Morning News Qualifying Day NASCAR Nationwide Series. On Friday, April 3, The Dallas Morning News Qualifying Day as the Sprint Cup Series superstars practice and qualify. Saturday, April 4 is the O’Reilly 300 and on Sunday April 5 the Samsung 500. Details on Race week are at
www.texasmotorspeedway.com
Apr.
3 - 5, 2009 - 15th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival (Dallas, TX)
Deep Ellum is the Metroplex's most progressive and eclectic neighborhood. The Deep Ellum Arts Festival exemplifies everything that makes this area rock. The biggest weekend of the year for the Deep Ellum Entertainment District, this free-to-attend outdoor "street party" features four outdoor stages with non-stop performances by over 75 national, regional, and local original bands during this three-day festival. With more than 100 top-notch juried decorative and visual artists, muralist, the renowned Deep Ellum Pet Parade, and abundant food and drink, the Deep Ellum Arts Festival attracts a diverse audience and includes affluent art and music enthusiasts. This is an adult-oriented visual and performing arts festival - while supervised young children and teenagers are welcome, there are no planned activities for them.
Details on this event may be found at www.deepellumartsfestival.com
Apr. 3, 2009 – Discovery After Dark
(Glen Rose, TX)
Come enjoy the nocturnal beauty of Fossil Rim, watch the stars, and listen to the night-time sounds, as we venture out into the park at dark. We’ll start with an interactive learning experience where you can discover nocturnal animal adaptations, how animals use the night sky, Native American stories, and more. Then, using spotlights, we’ll go on a guided after-dark adventure that will feature both the exotic and native nocturnal wildlife at Fossil Rim and that will give you the opportunity to sit back, relax, and enjoy the night. Meets at the Eco Center. $45 per person — includes admission to the Scenic Wildlife Drive which can be used the day of Discovery after Dark or the morning after (before 10:00am). Recommended for ages 5 to adult. Reservations are required, and it is recommended that reservations be made at least 3 days in advance.
Details may be found at www.fossilrim.org
Apr. 3, 2009 – Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
(Flower Mound, TX)
An Underwater Egg Hunt Extravaganza in the Community Activity Center for kids 3 to 10 years old Hunt for eggs in the indoor pool, eat candy, and enjoy splashing around the pool. The Hunt begins at 5 p.m. with staggered times for different age groups. Cost is $5 per participant for CAC members and $6 for non-members. Register at the CAC front desk. Details at:
www.flower-mound.com
Apr. 4, 2009 – 26th Annual Easter Egg Scramble
(Flower Mound, TX)
Free Family Event - Come enjoy a scramble Egg, “ Hunt” that is at the 26th Annual Easter Egg Scramble Saturday, April 4, at Jake’s Hilltop Park, 4975 Timber Creek Road. Activities start at 2 P.M. and Scramble at 2:30 P.M. Lots of candy will be available and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Details at:
www.flower-mound.com
Apr. 4, 2009 - Annual Easter Egg Hunt
(Grapevine, TX)
Mr. & Mrs. Bunny will be hiding thousands of eggs at the City's annual egg hunt at Grapevine High School Other free activities will include: face painting, popcorn and more! Bring your camera and have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny. Details at:
www.ci.grapevine.tx.us
Apr. 4, 2009 – Funny Bunny Festival Pancake Breakfast
(Lewisville, TX)
The City of Lewisville Parks & Leisure Services Funny Bunny Festival is here again! The Lewisville Noon Rotary Club will be preparing a pancake breakfast for a small donation (separate fee from carnival admission) inside our neighboring Senior Activity Center. Breakfast will be served from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Carnival includes games, face painting, the ever-popular cupcake walk, and lots of fun! No advance registration needed. Our annual old-fashioned egg hunt will be held on the back lawn between the Senior Center and Memorial Park Recreation Center. Details may be found at
www.cityoflewisville.com
Apr.
4 - May 25, 2009
- Scarborough Renaissance Festival® (Waxahachie, TX)
Step through the gates of Scarborough Village and feel your cares slip away. Thrill to the thunder of hooves and crash of lance on shield at the joust. Watch in amazement as birds of prey swoop just inches above your head at the command of the Royal Falconer.
Enjoy swordplay, comedy, music and other unique entertainment on many
different stages. Witness artisans create one-of-a-kind works of art. Browse quaint
Shoppe's for unique handmade jewelry, clothing, leather goods and other offerings.
Feast like a King on food and drink from around the world. Grab a turkey leg and stroll among the villagers of Scarborough. Spend the day in the 16th Century and have the time of your life. For more information,
please visit our web site at www.scarboroughrenfest.com
Apr.
4, 2009 -
Tour Dallas (Dallas, TX)
Join thousands of cyclists on Tour Dallas, a two-wheeled urban adventure that begins at Dallas City Hall at 8:00 AM. We offer a short 8 mile route
around downtown Dallas, a 20 mile route which includes the Swiss Avenue Historic District, Lakewood, and the 30 mile route which includes all this and a lap around White Rock Lake.
All Tour Dallas routes will finish at City Hall Plaza. After the ride, we'll have a party waiting for you at the finish line. Music from our friends at Jack FM. Snacks and refreshments. Pizza from Pizza Patron. Strolling magicians, clowns, face painters and more fun-filled entertainment - all surrounded by information about other cycling events. For more information, go to
www.tourdallas.org
Apr.
4, 2009 - 20th Annual Trinkets to Treasures (Plano, TX)
Junior League of Plano’s 20th Annual Trinkets to Treasures – Collin County’s largest rummage sale. Shoppers will find a variety of new and gently used merchandise including adult and children’s clothing, furniture, appliances, collectibles, home electronics, toys, sports equipment, office equipment and more all under one roof. All proceeds from this one-day-only event benefit the charitable projects and programs of the Junior League of Plano.
For more information, call the Junior League of Plano’s event hotline at 972-769-1142 or visit
www.jlplano.org
Apr.
5 - 12, 2009 - Dr Pepper Dallas Cup
XXX (Frisco, TX)
The Dallas Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament, one of the most prestigious youth tournaments in the world, will celebrate its 30th Anniversary during the week of April 5-April 12, 2009. Its reputation over the years has attracted many of the top international and USA clubs to send their youth teams to compete in the week long competition held each year in Dallas Texas.
In past years, teams and referees have traveled to Dallas from ninety-eight countries and six continents. Share the excitement of world class competition, make new soccer friends and enjoy a fun- filled week of activities.
Details at www.dallascup.com
Apr. 6, 2009
- Texas Rangers
Baseball (Arlington, TX)
Texas Rangers opening day is Monday, April 6, 2009, at 1:05pm at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington Texas. Texas Rangers vs Cleveland.
Tickets and details at texas.rangers.mlb.com
Apr. 11, 1009 – Texas Sized Egg Hunt
(Fort Worth, TX)
Buckaroos (12 and under) grab your baskets and head to the FUN Fort Worth Stockyards for an super-fun egg hunt you will not want to miss. Hunt starts at High Noon, on the Lawns of the
Stockyards Visitors Center and the Historic Livestock Exchange Building on East Exchange Avenue. Egg-hunters will be divided into groups Visit with the Easter bunny and have your picture made until 2 p.m. Parents please bring your own cameras. Don't miss live bunnies and chicks too, until 3 p.m. Fort Worth Stockyards Texas Size Egg Hunt and Easter Fun is free and open to the public. For more information please contact (817) 625-9715 or visit
www.stockyardsstation.com
Apr. 11, 2009 – Beach Boys Live In Concert
(Grand Prairie, TX)
On Saturday, April 11, Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie presents The Beach Boys live in concert. Admission is just $5 before 5 p.m. and $15 thereafter. General Parking is free. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. and the first live race begins at 1:35 p.m. The Beach Boys will take the stage following live racing. Local favorite, Time Machine will perform on the Courtyard of Champions stage leading up to the show. VIP ticket packages go on sale starting Monday, March 9. Call 972-263-PONY for more details. This band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions. But its greater significance lies in the fact that it changed the musical landscape so profoundly that every pop act since has been in its debt. Call 972-263-PONY or visit
www.lonestarpark.com
for more details
Apr. 12, 2009
- Easter Sunday (Worldwide)
Apr. 12, 2009 - Family Fun Day (Grand Prairie,
TX)
Sunday, April 12, Meet Dora the Explorer at Family Fun Day from noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, April 12, at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie. In addition, kids can enjoy arts and crafts, face painters, bounce houses, pony rides and a petting zoo with baby animals in our Family Fun Park. Each child will receive an Easter egg with a prize, while supplies last. The first 500 kids ages 12 and younger will receive a Free Pass to Six Flags Over Texas. Plus, the whole family can enjoy a fun day of live Thoroughbred racing. For more details visit
www.lonestarpark.com
Apr.
16 - 18, 2009 - 9th Annual North Texas
Jazz Festival (Addison,
TX)
The North Texas Jazz Festival in Addison is a collaboration between the UNT Jazz Studies Division and the Town of Addison. Together we host an annual jazz festival that includes performances by top UNT ensembles, major jazz headliners, and outstanding school groups from across the United States. The entire festival takes place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Addison, TX. It is an invitational festival, and middle school, high school, community college and university groups submit an application and recording for consideration to participate each year. The top group entries in the big band, combo, and vocal jazz categories are invited for the weekend.
Details to this event may be found at www.jazz.unt.edu/ntjazzfest
Apr.
16 - 19, 2009 - MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival (Fort Worth,
TX)
The MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival (MAIN ST.), Fort Worth's most honored event, celebrates its 24th year on April 16 - 19, 2009. MAIN ST., presented by Coors Light and produced by Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, Inc., hosts tens of thousands of people annually during the four-day visual arts, entertainment and cultural event. It showcases a nationally recognized fine art and fine craft juried art fair, live concerts, performance artists and street performers on the streets of downtown Fort Worth, stretching nine blocks on Main Street from the Tarrant County Courthouse to the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Details at
www.mainstreetartsfest.org
Apr.
17 - 18, 2009 - 17th Annual New Vintage Wine Trail (Grapevine,
TX)
The 17th Annual Grapevine New Vintage Wine Trail offers a great afternoon of wine tasting, live music and savory samplings of fine cuisine. As you follow the wine trail between Grapevine's winery tasting rooms, you will experience the unique atmosphere of this vintage town and some of the best wines produced in Texas. So slip into your comfortable weekend duds, head out to Grapevine and join us for the Jazz Wine Train, Blessing of the Vines and the Wine Trail.
For
more information, visit www.grapevinetexasusa.com
Apr.
17 - 19, 2009 - 58th Annual Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival (Ennis,
TX)
For 58 years, Ennis has showcased over 40 miles of mapped Bluebonnet trails. In 1997, Ennis was named the “Official Bluebonnet City of Texas” and the “Official Bluebonnet Trail of Texas” by the State Legislature. Every year, over 100,000 wildflowers seekers come to Ennis during the entire month of April to see these breathtaking bluebonnets. The flowers in Ennis generally peak about the 3rd week in
April. The Ennis Bluebonnet Festival is an annual celebration that offers free trail maps, arts, crafts, live music, children’s activities. bluebonnet souvenirs, and much more. Call 972-878-4748 or
visit www.visitennis.org
for more information.
Apr. 17
& 18 ,
2009 - Wild About Flower Mound Festival (Flower Mound, TX)
The Wild About Flower Mound festival is a FREE 2-day event presented by the Town of Flower Mound. This family-friendly event includes non-stop family entertainment on 2 stages, food, arts & crafts vendors, an Environmental Fair and a large children's area with bounce houses, games, pony rides and a petting zoo. Enjoy live music from local favorites, Emerald City, on Friday night and boogie down with the greatest disco band in the world, Le Freak, on Saturday night. For a complete list of activities and events or for more info, visit
www.flower-mound.com/wild
or call 972-874-6300.
Apr. 18,
2009 - 5k Breathe Walk (Arlington, TX)
The American Lung Association (ALA) is hosting “A Day at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington with American Lung Association”. A Day at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington starts with a 5k Breathe Walk at Spring Creek Pavilion, followed by Pre-game Family Fun Tailgate and ending with the Texas Rangers Game. This fun-filled day will help to raise asthma/lung health awareness and vital funds to FIND A CURE for lung disease. The 5K Breathe Walk is your opportunity to pay tribute to all families dealing with asthma and other lung diseases.
breathehealthy.org
Apr. 17 - 19,
2009 - 32nd
Annual Dallas International Guitar Show & MusicFest (Dallas, TX)
The
32nd Annual Dallas International Guitar Show and MusicFest will be for
three days—April 17, 18 and 19, 2009, at Dallas Market Hall. Market
Hall is located at 2200 Stemmons Freeway in
Dallas
,
and provides ample free parking for show attendees. The Dallas
International Guitar Show and MusicFest is the world's largest and
oldest guitar show, blending musicians, fans, collectors and
celebrities together into one musical extravaganza. Visitors can
buy, sell, trade, or just browse among the thousands upon thousands of
new and vintage guitars, basses, amps, banjos, mandolins, straps and
strings, effects pedals, keyboards, music memorabilia and more. Rub
elbows with guitar legends and up-and-coming artists. For more information, visit www.guitarshow.com
Apr. 18, 2009 - Migratory Bird
Day (Arlington, TX)
Wonders on the Wing Migratory Bird Day, 10 am, River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd. This festival encourages bird awareness and conservation through a variety of children's activities, games, bird walks, and speakers. Free. Call 817.860.6752 or visit
www.riverlegacy.org
Apr. 18, 2009 - Dallas Military Ball Honors the U.S. Armed Forces
(Addison, TX)
The Dallas Military Ball (Military Ball) is an annual black tie affair that has become the unified military voice for the greater Dallas/Fort Worth community. Dedicated to honoring active and retired military personnel, the Military Ball offers a unique opportunity to salute those who are serving, thank those who have served, and pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. The guest of honor for the Military Ball’s 45th anniversary event is Admiral Michael G. Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
For details on this event, or individual ticket information and table requests, please contact Col. Ric Hamer at 214.769.1078 or go to
www.dallasmilitaryball.org
Apr. 18, 2009 - Live Green Expo
2009 (Plano, TX)
The Live Green Expo is a fun, family event that will help North Texans make informed decisions and take action to lead more healthy lives with less impact on our environment. Free to the public, the Expo will feature exhibitors offering a wide selection of products, services and information. In addition, the Expo will include dozens of presentations on a variety of topics, music, art, food, demonstrations and activities for youth and children.
For more information on this event, please visit www.plano.gov
Apr. 18, 2009 -
3rd Annual Fiesta
Latinoamericana! (Plano, TX)
3rd
Annual Fiesta Latinoamericana! multimedia show features dance, live
music, cultural workshops and food. Food will be available for
purchase, and coolers, lawn chairs and picnics are welcome. The Fiesta
Latinoamericana is sponsored by the City of
Plano
,
Univision 23 and Al Dia. Tickets are $1.00 per person this year. www.dfwinternational.org
Apr. 19, 2009 - The Arts District Chorale:
Transformed by Memory (Dallas, TX)
The Arts District Chorale will present Transformed by Memory on Sunday, April 19, at 2:00 and 4:30 p.m., a multi-sensory event at the Nasher Auditorium of the Nasher Sculpture Center, located in in the downtown Dallas Arts District, the fourth installment of the Chorale's 2008-2009 Season of Transformation, sponsored by The Fairmont Dallas.
For more information on this event, please visit www.artsdistrictchorale.org
Apr. 22,
2009 – Lockheed Martin/Chase Entrepreneur Expo (Fort Worth, TX)
Key representatives from the biggest construction projects in Tarrant County. Federal, state and local government buyers. “Speed Counseling” by Fort Worth Business Assistance Center counselors. Over 300 exhibitors.
The Expo is for those who want to start or buy a business, expand a business, or
want to do business with prime contractors, government entities, corporations and small businesses.
Details at www.theexpo.org
Apr. 24 - 26,
2009 – Mrs. Texas United States® Pageant (Fort Worth, TX)
Mrs. Texas United States® Pageant is the official state preliminary to the premiere competition celebrating the accomplishments of married women, the Mrs. United States Pageant®, in its 23rd year, to be held in Las Vegas in July 2009. Scheduled April 24-26,
2009 at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center's beautiful Scott Theatre. The show, which will culminate with the crowning of the new Mrs. Texas, will be open to the public with tickets on sale March 1, 2009 on the pageant's website at
www.MrsTexasUnitedStates.com
Apr.
24 - 26, 2009 - 29th
Annual Denton Arts & Jazz Festival (Denton, TX)
Slide into spring on April 24, 25 & 26 by attending the annual Denton Arts & Jazz Festival. Great music, good food, beautiful art and many activities are planned for the whole family in Denton, Texas, where FUN IS THE THING and JAZZ IS KING! The Denton Quakertown Park, on 20 acres in the heart of downtown, provides the perfect setting for the 2 ½ day event that is free to the public. The Denton Festival Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with the City of Denton and the Dallas/Fort Worth American Federation of Musicians, produces the festival with support from individual and corporate sponsorships. Over 2,300 musicians, artists and performers attract over 200,000 annually to enjoy the culturally diverse music and art.
For more information,
call 940-565-0931 or visit them online at www.dentonjazzfest.com
Apr. 24 - 26,
2009 – Art in the Square (Southlake, TX)
Southlake Women's Club is proud to host this annual three-day juried art festival, held in the Southlake Town Square, Southlake, TX. Free to the public, we offer over 140 national and local unique artists, children's arts and crafts, ongoing entertainment, "Headliner Entertainment" on Saturday evening, and a spectacular food court.
Art in the Square is an annual fundraising event created by Southlake Women’s Club with proceeds designated for local charities. Celebrating our 10 year anniversary in 2009, Art In The Square has raised over $1,000,000 for NE Tarrant County charities benefiting women and families. Details can be found at
www.artinthesquare.com
Apr.
24 - 26, 2009 - Mesquite Real Texas Festival (Mesquite, TX)
A 3-day family event featuring live entertainment, Wild West Shoot-out re-enactments, a paintball shooting gallery, the Mesquite Championship Rodeo, a Gasoline Alley car show, Taste of Mesquite BBQ competition, a midway-style carnival, food and live concerts by national and local artists, including Jolie Holliday, James Otto, Kevin Fowler, Jay Perez, Los Lonely Boys, Johnny Cooper, the Bart Crow Band, No Justice and more. A third concert stage will be added this year to feature even more local, Texas music as well as a high school garage band Battle of the Bands on Saturday and a jalapeño eating contest on Sunday.
Complete details at www.realtexasfestival.com
Apr. 24 - 26, 2009 - Spring Art Mart
(Dallas, TX)
Come get a bit of wonderful art for yourself and your friends at the Bath House's Spring Art Mart. Paintings, sculpture, photography, pottery, ceramics, jewelry, soap, prints, cards, and other unique creations will be featured along with food, wonderful music, a silent auction and much more. The Art Mart benefits the Bath House Cultural Center's year-round visual and performing arts programs - so it's a purchase that we all benefit from!
Details on this event may be found by visiting bathhousecultural.com
Apr.
25, 2009
- 5th Annual Woman's Heart Day® Health Fair (Dallas,
TX)
Help make The Big D a heart healthy community and be one of the thousands of Dallas area women to get a FREE screening for your personal heart risks. Please tell your mothers, sisters, daughters, co-workers and friends to learn about the impact of heart disease on women, and encourage them to attend this year's FREE Health Fair!
The Sister to Sister National Women's Heart Health Fair is a free, informative and engaging event that features lifestyle presentations, cutting-edge information on medical issues of importance to women and their families, and complimentary heart-health screenings.
Details at www.sistertosister.org
Apr.
25, 2009
- Celebrate Earth Day by taking a hike at LLELA (Lewisville,
TX)
Celebrate Earth Day by taking a hike at Lewisville Lake Environmental Area
(LLELA)! There will be bison tours, guided hikes, tours of the Minor-Porter Log House, live Birds of Prey by the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, an opportunity to learn to kayak and a sneak peek at the new Bittern Marsh Trail. Vendors that will be on site include the Dallas Flyfishers, Keep Lewisville Beautiful, Texas Master Naturalists, Lewisville ISD and more. A free shuttle is available from Lewisville City Hall located at 151 W. Church Street.
Details on this event may be found at www.cityoflewisville.com
Apr.
25, 2009
- Funky Finds Spring Fling (Fort Worth,
TX)
The Funky Finds Spring Fling is an indie craft fair that will showcase the work of various artists, crafters & designers. Funky Finds focuses on promoting those who create funky handmade goods that appeal to a wide variety of shoppers. Participating vendors include those from the DFW Area, South Texas, Oklahoma & more. Our FREE family & pet-friendly event will allow consumers to experience the indie craft scene in Tarrant County.
Details about this event may be found at www.funkyfinds.us.
Location: Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth Texas
Apr. 25,
2009 – Cowtown Warbird Roundup (Fort Worth, TX)
Veteran's Memorial Air Park and Texas Aviation Services presents Warbird Fly In at Meacham Field in Ft. Worth The Cowtown Warbird Roundup is April 25 this year. This annual event is designed to provide an educational experience for the community and to inspire our local youth to seek careers in aviation. Featuring over 75 past and present
Warbirds. Admission is free and parking is $10. Other activities this year include a Runway Fun Run, a classic auto show, airplane rides, tractor pull, hot air balloon rides and a host of other activities and events. For more information see
www.cowtownwarbirdroundup.org
Apr. 25,
2009 - MADD’s 5K Family
Fun Walk (Dallas, TX)
Let’s Walk Like MADD! With every step you take and every pledge you make, you’ll help raise money and awareness to support the life saving mission of MADD and its Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving in our communities.
For more information on this event, please visit www.walklikemadd.org
Apr. 25, 2009 –
4th Annual Fort Worth Prairie Fest (Fort Worth, TX)
Friends of Tandy Hills Nature Area present The 4th Annual Fort Worth Prairie Fest Saturday, April 25, 2009. 10AM - 8PM. An outdoor festival to celebrate our connection to the natural world through Music, Art, Dance, Environmental Stewardship & Wildflower Tours. Free Admission!
Complete details at www.tandyhills.org
Apr. 25,
2009 - 48th annual Paris Art Fair (Paris, TX)
2009 brings us the 48th annual Paris Art Fair, a spectacular spring bazaar hosted annually by the YWCA Paris and Lamar County. The Paris Art Fair is a time honored tradition in Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahoma; an indoor/outdoor event held at the Love Civic Center in Paris, Texas hosting vendors and exhibitors from far and wide. Paris Art Fair vendors offer a wide array of fine arts, arts and crafts, home decor, unique gift items and collectibles to an estimated audience of 10,000 to 14,000 visitors each year.
Please join us at the 48th Annual Paris Art Fair hosted by the YWCA Paris and Lamar County on Saturday, April 25th, 2009.
Details at www.ywca.org
Apr. 25,
2009 - Get Kidz Fit
Extravaganza
(Dallas, TX)
The inaugural Get Kidz Fit extravaganza at Fair Park in Dallas, Texas will showcase simple and fun ways families can incorporate physical activity and nutritious eating into day-to-day life. Families can participate in healthy cooking demonstrations, learn to eat nutritiously and participate in many forms of entertainment the whole family can enjoy such as sports, rock climbing, dance, tennis, soccer, jump rope, martial arts and much more. Various local sponsors and community organizations will provide giveaway items and information educating attendees on easy and convenient ways to incorporate physical activity and nutritious eating habits into the daily schedules of youth. Prizes and awards will also be given to several of the participants who partake in the event’s activities.
Details at www.getkidzfit.org
Apr. 26, 2009 – The Big Taste of Fort Worth
(Fort Worth, TX)
Celebrating it's 30th Anniversary, The Big Taste of Fort Worth is Tarrant
County's premiere food and wine tasting event featuring the gourmet cuisine of Tarrant County's finest restaurants and benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters. Fine food, premium wines, spectacular live entertainment from Trey & the Tritones and an incredible auction make this event one of Fort Worth's best. The list of participating restaurants is growing daily.
For more information about this event, please visit www.bbbs.org
Apr. 27 - May 3, 2009 - The 39th Annual USA Film Festival
(Dallas, TX)
Showcasing the best new and foreign films, special tributes, retrospectives, and the Annual National Short Film & Video Competition. Details at:
www.USAfilmfestival.com
Apr. 30, 2009 – Fleetwood Mac
(Dallas, TX)
The British/American rock band formed in 1967 known for Alt-Pop/Rock, Blues and Adult Contemporary music appearing at the American Airlines Center. Fleetwood Mac is influencing a whole new generation of ambitious young artists today. The 2009 tour will be a "greatest hits" show and coincides with a new CD/DVD version of "Rumours" which contains previously unreleased tracks and footage. Details at
www.americanairlinescenter.com
Apr. 30 -
May 3, 2009 - MayFest (Fort Worth, TX)
Mayfest is celebrating its 37th year as Fort Worth’s premier community festival. The festival is held on 33 acres in the lovely Trinity Park of Fort Worth, Texas. Join us for Four days of fun, family and community. Mayfest features over 224 hours of entertainment, along 33 acres of the Trinity River Bank. Over 135 groups from Fort Worth and surrounding areas will perform on over six stages. Back for the third year, local talent will compete in the Mayfest Battle of the Bands. The acclaimed Children’s Area features free activities for kids including face painting, arts and crafts and the life size mound of sand.
For event
details, please visit www.mayfest.org
