Jan. 11 - Feb.
3, 2008
- Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show
& Rodeo (Fort Worth, TX)
112th
Annual Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show & Rodeo was
established in 1896. This popular event attracts nearly one million
people from around the world to the Will Rogers Memorial Center for
the nation's oldest livestock show and daily performances of the
world's original indoor rodeo. This is
the biggest and most spectacular annual event in Fort Worth, so
don’t miss out on all the excitement. Plus, join us for the
biggest All-Western Parade in the world – Saturday, January 13, at
11 a.m. in downtown Fort Worth. For
times and ticket information, please visit www.fwssr.com
Feb. 1 - 2,
2008 - Fort Worth Home and Garden Show (Fort Worth, TX)
One Stop Shopping for your Home & Garden Beautiful Displays at The Gardens. Everything for Your Kitchen & Bath. Pool, Spa & Outdoor Living. Pets, Friends & More Expo; The Vacation, Leisure & Outdoor Pavilion; Gourmet Foods & Hot & Spicy Food Pavilion; Cooking Demonstrations from Fort Worth's top chefs!; How-To Workshops from Home & Garden
Experts! For more
information, visit them online at www.texashomeandgarden.com
Feb. 1 &
2, 2008 - Harlem Globetrotters (Dallas,
TX)
Celebrating the
82nd consecutive season of barnstorming across North America, the World Famous Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their
2008 Tour to
Dallas Texas. The Harlem Globetrotters have played in 117
countries and before 121 million fans worldwide.
For decades this talented group of
exhibition basketball players has been entertaining audiences the
world over. Don't miss this fun filled high action exhibition at
the American Airlines Center in Dallas. For more information,
visit the Harlem Globetrotters online at harlemglobetrotters.com
or visit www.americanairlinescenter.com
Feb.
1 - 10, 2008 - Dallas
Winter Boat Show (Dallas, TX)
The Dallas Boat Show Association will bring its 55th annual Winter Boat Show to Dallas Market Hall at 2100 N. Stemmons Freeway (Interstate 35E) Friday, February
1, 2008 through Sunday, February 10, 2008. Rows upon rows of watercraft will be will be available for purchase during this 10-day water world extravaganza. Boating enthusiasts can ponder over everything for sporty lakeside fun to a fishing boat or a luxury yacht liner to relaxing family entertainment in a new houseboat or pontoon boat. The Dallas Winter Boat Show showcases them all under one roof for everyone to see.
For information, call (469) 549-0673 or visit www.dallasboatshow.net
Feb.
2, 2008 - Need a little romance? (North
Richland Hills, TX)
Need a little romance? Make a date with the Friends of the Bedford Public Library for An Afternoon of Romance on Saturday, February 2 at the North Richland Hills Barnes and Noble. Meet Candace Havens and other Romance authors and learn what it takes to get your Romance novel published. There will be a reception and raffles for Romantic prizes throughout the afternoon. Authors will be signing their books, so you can pick up a personalized Valentine’s Day gift for the Romance Reader in your life. A portion of sales will be donated to the Friends of the Bedford Public Library.
For more information call 817.952.2332 or visit www.bedfordlibrary.org
Feb. 2, 2008 - Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance
(Plano, TX)
Enjoy a wonderful evening of dancing and celebrating together at Daddy's Little Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, February 2 at Plano Centre, 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy. Registration for the dance is $15 per person (course 84492) and tickets for the Dinner & Dance ar $35 each (course 84493). Register through Leisure OnLine now or call any recreation center! The dance has sold out the last three years.
Register online at
www.planoparks.org space is limited.
Feb.
7 & 9, 2008 - Chinese New Year Spectacular
(Grand Prairie, TX)
The splendor and beauty of the east will be majestically brought to life as New Tang Dynasty Television (NTDTV) presents the 2008 "Chinese New Year Spectacular." Named one of the "10 Best Shows of February 2006" by Billboard Magazine, the Chinese New Year Spectacular will take audiences of all ages on a magical journey back to China's treasured Golden Age when the Chinese culture is free from the communist influence. More than a hundred of performers and musicians will grace the stage of the Nokia Theatre Live. Produced in the world's capital of art, New York, this is part of a global tour of 65 cities and 220 shows during the Chinese New Year Season, The Year of the Rat.
For complete details, please visit www. dallasgala.com or
www.nokialivedfw.com
Feb. 9, 2008 - Chinese New Year
Celebration (Dallas, TX)
The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in the Chinese calendar.
FREE. No Reservation Required. Join us as we celebrate the Year of the Rat and explore Chinese culture through storytelling, performers, and hands-on art making experiences. Details at www.crowcollection.org
Feb.
9, 2008 - 4th 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!
Take advantage of free comprehensive heart screenings (blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, BMI, etc.) with counseling provided by medical professionals.
PLEASE NOTE: HEART SCREENINGS ARE FOR WOMEN AGES 21 AND UP (the first 1,500 people will be screened). Catch up on the latest medical developments at educational seminars led by local experts.
Enjoy ongoing healthy cooking and fitness demonstrations, browse the various exhibitor booths, and register for prizes and giveaways. The Health Heart Fair is free and open to the public.
For more information, please visit www.sistertosister.org
Feb. 14, 2008 - Sweetheart Express
(Grapevine, TX) SOLD
OUT
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Sweetheart Express is a romantic escape and a perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day. The train will depart at 6:00 pm from the historic Cotton Belt Depot, located at 705 S. Main St. in Grapevine. Violinists will set the mood for your trip, as they will be performing on the platform as you board the train. On board the train, enjoy a selection of hor’s d oeuvres. Two cash bars will offer beer, wine and soft drinks. Violinists will stroll through the coaches as the train rolls to the Stockyards. Upon arriving, at River Ranch you will enjoy dinner and romantic music. A cash bar will be available. Following dinner, there will be dancing, with music provided by a DJ.
For complete details and to purchase tickets, please visit www.grapevinetexasusa.com
Feb. 14, 2008 - Valentine’s Dinner Train & Evening Excursion
(Rusk, TX)
Enjoy a romantic formal dinner onboard the train at the historic Texas State Railroad! The 2 ½ hour train ride from Rusk to the Jarvis Wye will depart at 7pm. Experience a romantic candlelight dinner accompanied by romantic music.
For details to this event, please visit www.texasstaterr.com
Feb. 15 - 17, 2008 - 47th Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts
AutoRama (Dallas, TX)
This Annual
event is a "hot-rod haven" for any hot-rod enthusiast. Located at Dallas Market Hall. For more
information call 248-293-1700 or visit them online at www.autorama.com
Feb. 16, 2008 - The Art of Necessity
(Fort Worth, TX)
Log Cabin Village, 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane, Fort Worth. 817.392.5881.
www.logcabinvillage.org
1:00 to 4:00 p.m. $3.00 for ages 4-17 and seniors, $3.50 for ages 18 and up, 3 and under free. ($2 additional charge to make ojo de dios). The daily chores of the 1800s are the lost arts of today. Experience some of the daily activities of 19th century Texas as the Village celebrates the “fiber arts.” Spinning, weaving, sewing, and more will be illustrated. Weave your own ojo de dios (Eye of God) to take home! No reservations required.
Feb. 17 - 23, 2008 - Explore Engineering
Through Hands-on Adventures (Fort Worth, TX)
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History will team up with engineers from Lockheed Martin and IBM this month to introduce guests to engineering concepts through a series of fun-filled Engineers Week activities. Starting Sunday, February 17, guests who visit the Museum’s exhibits on the lower level of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame can wrap their brains around engineering concepts by putting their hands to work with real engineering projects. A team of volunteers from Lockheed Martin and IBM will work with guests to explain the principles of flight, demonstrate aerodynamics, and offer advice to budding architects.
The Engineers Week activities are free with admission to the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, the temporary home of Fort Worth Museum of Science and History exhibits, including ExploraZone, Hands on Studio, and KIDSPACE.
Details at for this event are at www.fwmsh.org
Feb.
18, 2008 - Smucker's Stars on
Ice (Dallas, TX)
Smucker’s Stars on Ice, America’s most theatrical figure skating
tour and an Emmy Award winning production, once again accelerates its
artistry when its 22nd anniversary U.S. touring season comes to
Dallas. Location: American Airlines Center - Dallas, TX.
Saturday, February 18, 2008 - 7:00 PM. For more information,
visit us online at www.starsonice.com or
at www.americanairlinescenter.com
Feb. 21 - 24, 2008 - Sesame Street: When Elmo Grows Up
(Grand Prairie, TX)
Sesame Street: When Elmo Grows Up. Venue: NOKIA Theatre Grand Prairie.
Details - www.nokialivedfw.com
Feb. 23, 2008 - Cowtown Marathon (Fort Worth,
TX)
Join us Saturday, February 23, 2008 for The Cowtown Marathon: Fort Worth's premier road race for adults and children, for the expert, and the novice. The only way to experience the best of Fort Worth...on foot. The Cowtown is a non-profit organization promoting community health and wellness to North Texans of all fitness levels by providing enjoyable, accredited races for young and old, skilled athlete and novice. Events include a marathon, marathon relay, half marathon, 10K and 5K races. The Cowtown was started in 1979 and continues to thrive and grow each year. In
2008 we will be celebrating our 30th year of running. Not only do we have over 12,000 runners participate annually, but more than 3,000 dedicated hard working volunteers are involved in this great community event.
For more
information, call 817-735-2033 or visit www.cowtownmarathon.org
Feb. 23 - 24, 2008 - Fort
Worth Bridal
Show (Fort Worth, TX)
Come See The Premier Bridal Event In Tarrant Country! Over 125 wedding businesses to meet your every wedding need. Tickets are available at the door, and no advance registration is needed. Entry is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 14 - includes toddlers & infants.
For more information visit bridalshowsinc.com
Feb. 23 - 24, 2008 - 4th Annual Grand Prairie African American
Author Showcase (Grand Prairie, TX)
Authors and readers will come together for the Black History Literary Celebration of the Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex, the Fourth Annual Grand Prairie African American AUTHOR SHOWCASE. Founded in 2005 by local award-winning author, Dr. Vivi Monroe Congress, this event will be hosted by Little Light Productions, LLC and partnering with The Dallas Public Library on Saturday, February 23, 2008 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at The Dallas Public Library. The main Showcase event takes place on Sunday, February 24, 2008 in Grand Prairie at the Ruthe Jackson Center, 3113 S. Carrier Pkwy from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. The Showcase(s) theme is “A Lasting Mark” and both are FREE to the general public. Local and regional authors will discuss and sign copies of their works.
For more information, sponsorship opportunities or to reserve table (group) seating, please visit us online
www.AuthorShowCaseEvents.org
or call (214) 868-2016.
Feb.
23 - 24, 2008 - TechFest at the Museum of Nature and Science
(Dallas, TX)
TechFest at the Museum of Nature and Science is a weekend full of Technological discovery! Bring your family and friends and join MNS for a weekend full of demonstrations, hands-on activities, crafts and shows. At TechFest you can explore the exciting ways technology affects our everyday lives. The science of sound…the mystery of cell phones…the engineering behind a bridge…“zero energy” home design…how to ride a
Segway. For more information on this event, please visit www.natureandscience.org
Feb. 24, 2008 - Latino Bridal & Quince Girl EXPO
(Dallas, TX)
Latino Bridal & Quince Girl EXPO is a one-stop shop for the bride and
Quinceanera family. This Expo is presented in English and Spanish for the benefit of the
growing Latino community. The last event in February 2007 hosted more than 8,000 attendees.
For complete details, please visit www.latinobridalexpo.com
Feb.
29 - Mar. 1 & 2, 2008 - 26th
Annual
North Texas Irish Festival (Dallas, TX)
The 26th annual NTIF features many of the top Irish musicians and dancers in the world and a number of cultural presentations on eight stages at Fair Park. Again, in 2008 the NTIF will open its Festival on Friday night, February 29, at 6 PM with full festival activities, including performances by national and regional musicians. The festivities will continue throughout the weekend, including Saturday, March 1 through Sunday, March 2, and feature some of the very finest in Irish and other Celtic entertainment including world famous bands, award-winning dancers, enchanting storytellers at the popular Urchin Street area and educational workshops. As in the past, the festival will also offer a variety of delicious Irish and international food and drink, cultural crafts, and ethnic vendors.
Details at www.ntif.org
Feb. 29 -
Mar. 2, 2008
- Annual Dallas Home and Garden Show
(Dallas, TX)
Where else can you can a gazillion decorating ideas, building and remodeling solutions, participate in dozens of interactive how-to workshops and cooking seminars AND shop ‘til you drop all under one roof?
One-Stop Home & Garden Shopping; 1000’s of Products, Services & Ideas; Meet Contractors, Homebuilders, Decorators, Landscapers, & More; See Products in Action and Trends in
Motion! For more
information, visit them online at www.texashomeandgarden.com
