Jan. 1,
2008
- 72nd AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic (Dallas,
TX)
The Missouri Tigers and Arkansas Razorbacks accepted an invitation to play in the 72nd edition of the AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic on New Year’s Day. The No. 7 ranked Tigers (11-2, 7-1), the Big 12 North Division Champions, are making their first trip to the AT&T Cotton Bowl since 1946. Arkansas (8-4, 4-4) is making its 11th appearance in the Classic and its first since 2002 when the Hogs fell to Oklahoma.
The 2008 AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic will be nationally televised on FOX, and kickoff is set for 10:40 a.m.
Tickets can be purchased at
www.attcottonbowl.com
or by calling the AT&T Cotton Bowl ticket office at 888-792-BOWL (2695).
SOLD OUT
Jan. 5, 2008
- Target First Saturday: Innovation (Dallas, TX)
Free Admission: 10 am - 2 pm. Bring the kids out for one of Dallas’ most popular family events featuring art scavenger hunts, art activities, storytime, and NasherKids
Live to the Nasher Sculpture Center in downtown Dallas. For details
on this event, please visit www.nashersculpturecenter.org
Jan. 5 & 6, 2008
- Boar's Head & Yule Log Festival (Fort Worth, TX)
Seasonal treats at UCC don’t end when the New Year begins. Saturday, January 5, and Sunday, January 6 will find the well-loved Epiphany delight, the Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival, again being re-enacted in our Sanctuary. Performances will be held at 3 and 5 p.m. each day. This will be the 32nd year for the pageant to be presented by UCC as a gift to the community. Be sure to invite family and friends to this celebrative festival – it lasts only one hour and appeals to all ages since music and movements constantly occur!
Details at www.universitychristianchurch.org
Jan. 12, 2008
- Race Car Driver For A Day (Fort Worth, TX)
Feel the rush of adrenaline as you get behind the wheel of a 450+horsepower Z06 Corvette on the Infield Road Course at Texas Motor Speedway.
Experience 5 exhilarating Laps as a passenger with one of our drivers.
Other days are also available during the year to experience this
driving experience. Details at www.texasdrivingexperience.com
Jan. 12, 2008
- All Western Parade (Fort Worth, TX)
Grab your cowboy boots and hat, bundle up and head downtown for the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo "All Western Parade." This annual event kicks off the 112th Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show at Will Rogers Memorial Center. The fun gets underway at 11:00 a.m. with lots of cowboys, horses, steers, covered wagons, floats, and marching bands. Come early and pick a spot to watch all the festivities on Main Street or Houston Street.
Nearly 100,000 spectators line the streets of downtown Cowtown to watch this spectacular annual event. Plenty of horses and other livestock can be seen.
Details at www.fwssr.com
Jan. 12 - 25, 2008
- Exhibition: "Here Today, Here Tomorrow." (Dallas, TX)
Join the Ice House Cultural Center and ArtSpirit as they celebrate the opening of a fascinating art exhibition titled "Here Today, Here Tomorrow." Linda McLemore, visual artist and head of ArtSpirit, a Dallas non-profit arts organization dedicated to fostering the development of spirituality and change through the arts, addresses the problem of finding appropriate ways to recycle Styrofoam. "Styrofoam may look harmless, but it really is not," states Ms. McLemore. According to studies, the recycling industry cannot make a profit recycling this material, so it just piles up indefinitely in landfills, along the side of the road, and in lakes and rivers.
Details at www.dallasculture.org
Jan.
11 - 13, 2008 - 7th Annual Dallas Home
Show (Dallas, TX)
Show
Features: Meet Contractors, Homebuilders, Decorators, Landscapers, & More! See Products in Action and Trends in Motion! Beautiful Landscaping & Garden Displays at The Gardens! The Pool & Spa Pavilion! Home Decorating & Design Center- Eclectic. Traditional. Contemporary. Shabby chic. Gourmet Cooking Shows; Outdoor living - Including Outdoor Kitchens and Fireplaces, Arbors, Grills, Patio Furniture, and Outdoor Appliances.
Located at the Dallas Convention Center. For more information, visit us online at
www.texashomeandgarden.com
Jan.
13, 2008
- Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants (Irving, TX)
Road to the Super Bowl at Texas Stadium. The game will be
locally televised on Fox 4 at 3:30pm. The call is going out: In an effort to give the fans attending Sunday's NFC divisional-round playoff game between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium a common bond, the Cowboys are encouraging the some 64,000 fans to wear white, wanting to create a "White Out" effect for the nationally-televised game. The club will be handing out promotional white rally towels to fans entering the stadium to further help this effort for the first home playoff game for the Cowboys since Jan. 2, 1999, when they met the Arizona Cardinals.
Details at www.dallascowboys.com
Jan. 11 - Feb. 3, 2008
- Southwestern Exposition and Stock 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 
Jan. 15 - 20, 2008 - Sweeney Todd
(Dallas, TX)
This is the Tony® Award-winning Broadway production of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s musical thriller, SWEENEY TODD. The touring production of Doyle’s revolutionary re-imagining of the musical – considered to be Sondheim’s masterpiece – is presented by Dallas Summer Musicals’ Broadway Contemporary Series, starring Judy Kaye (The Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia!) as Mrs. Lovett and David Hess as the demon barber himself, Sweeney Todd.
For tickets and complete details on this production, please visit www.dallassummermusicals.org
Jan. 17 - Feb. 3, 2008 - "Edmond" - A Modern Morality Play
(Addison, TX)
Second Thought Theatre presents the second production of their 2007-2008 season, Edmond by David Mamet. This edgy tale of one ill-fated evening in an average man’s life has been described as a “riveting theatrical experience that illuminates the heart of darkness”. One man becomes every man, as a desperate search for meaning and purpose takes a devastating turn in this modern allegory. Edmond is sure to stir up audiences and incite strong feelings at both ends of the spectrum.
Details on this play may be found at www.secondthougththeatre.com
Jan. 17, 2008 - "SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE" Auditions
(Dallas, TX)
The FOX hit show is holding open castings across America! We are looking for great dancers! Great Performers! All Styles! All Dancers! Dress to impress……..Stand out from the crowd……..and show us what you’ve got!
Location for the local audition will be held at McFarlin Memorial Auditorium at Southern Methodist University, 6405 Boaz Lane, Dallas, Texas 75205.
For details to this event, please visit www.fox.com/dance/showinfo/casting2008.htm
Jan. 19, 2008 - Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Parade
(Dallas, TX)
The parade assembly begins at Dallas city hall plaza, located at 1500 Marilla, and marches past the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center and ends at Fair Park.
The route will cover 2.9 miles from Akard south to Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. and east to Fair Park.
Participants include bands, floats, community/civic groups, churches.
For details, please visit the City of Dallas website at www.dallascityhall.com. If you have questions regarding the Parade/March, please call the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, at (214) 670-8438.
Jan. 19,
2008 - A Bartering We Will Go (Fort Worth, TX)
A Bartering We Will Go… 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 bracelet). Money makes the world go ’round...unless you are in 19th century Texas! Learn about the importance of trade and its role in the economy and culture of the Lone Star State. Then do some trading of your own to get beads to make a bracelet! No reservations required.
Jan. 20 - 21, 2008
- 24th Annual KidFilm Festival (Dallas, TX)
The oldest and largest family film festival in the United States. Film and video are our most accessible art forms (and one of our most valuable teaching/learning tools), and KidFilm gives audiences of all ages an important opportunity to see (and discuss) great films together! For more information, please
visit them on line at www.usafilmfestival.com
Jan. 20, 2008 - A Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
(Dallas, TX)
Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. is presented by DSA & The Black Academy of Arts & Letters on Sunday, January 20, 7:30pm.
This moving tribute and celebration dramatizes the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960's with powerful film footage, narration, music and dance. This 25th anniversary concert features special guest soloists, Karen Clark Sheard and Roz Ryan, and is narrated by CBS 11 TV personality, Iola Johnson. conceived and produced by Curtis King.
Details on this concert may be found at www.meyersonsymphonycenter.com
Jan. 24 - 27, 2008 -
Tarrant County RV Show
(Fort Worth, TX)
Literally HUNDREDS of Recreational Vehicle units of all shapes and
sizes will be on display (and for sale)...from the smallest of
pop-up tent campers to the most luxurious of live-aboard Class
"A" motor coaches with all the amenities of a modern home!
PLUS supplies and equipment, resort and campground information,
insurance...EVERYTHING the RV enthusiast could want. Details
and coupons at www.fortworthrvshow.com
Jan. 25,
2008 - FREE Museum Visit (Fort Worth, TX)
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame are offering free admission from 3 to 7 p.m. on the
last Friday of each month. Guests can enjoy all Museum exhibits and activities at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame - the temporary home of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History's exhibits during construction on its new facility. Family-friendly attractions include the KIDSPACE play area; the ExploraZone "Seeing" interactive exhibit; Hands On Studio; and The Cowgirl Experience - three interactive galleries that reveal the extraordinary courage and the pioneer spirit of the great women of the American West. For information, call 817-255-9300 or visit
www.fortworthmuseum.org
Jan. 25,
2008 - COURAGE & RENEWAL-NORTH TEXAS (Fort Worth, TX)
A full day of insight that focuses on developing our ability to tap the deep source of wisdom that rests in all of us and to listen to others in ways that deepen their capacity to utilize their own resources. As a result, we and they are empowered to live and work with courage. Many alumni of "courage" experiences say that this way of listening and questioning has been one of the most important skills that they have learned.
See www.couragenorthtexas.org
Jan. 26, 2008 - Asian Art for Kids
(Dallas, TX)
Asian Art for Kids will be presented by The Crow Collection of Asian
Art on Saturday, January 26, 2008. Showing include Asian Tales for Tots (ages 4-6): 10-11 a.m.
Cost: FREE. Yoko’s Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells storytelling, followed with the children making Japanese artworks.
Kids Exploring Cultures (ages 9-12): 1-3 p.m. Cost: $10 (per child) Friends of the Crow Collection of Asian Art, $12 (per child) for non-members. Sushi Celebration: Learn special sushi-rolling tips, and create their own sushi to take home.
Reservations are required. SPACE is limited. If you would like to attend this event, please visit the Event Calendar at
www.crowcollection.com
Click on the specific day and then click the "Register Here" button.
Jan. 26, 2008 - Van Halen in
Concert (Dallas, TX)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Van Halen will perform at the American Airlines Center on Saturday, January 26th.
For the first time in 22 years, Van Halen are hitting the road with original lead singer David Lee Roth for a tour of the U.S. and Canada. Considered by fans and media alike to be one of the most highly anticipated tours in rock history, the run will feature Roth, guitarist Eddie Van Halen and drummer Alex Van Halen performing with Eddie's son, Wolfgang, who joins the lineup as the band's bass player.
Details at www.americanairlinescenter.com
or visit Van Halen's website at www.van-halen.com
Jan. 26 & 27, 2008 - Metroplex Challenge
(Dallas, TX)
The Metroplex Challenge is a gymnasts invitational presented on
Saturday and Sunday, January 26 and 27 at the Dallas Convention
Center in downtown Dallas. Admission cost are $15 adult / $10 child
12 and under day pass to Level 2-10 sessions. $20 general admission
to Saturday night elite session. Details at www.metroplexchallenge.com
Jan. 27, 2008 - Elvis impersonator
Kraig Parker
(Grapevine, TX)
First United Methodist Church of Grapevine will be hosting a fun event featuring Elvis impersonator Kraig Parker in a gospel concert on Sunday, January 27, at 7 p.m. in the church’s sanctuary at 422 Church Street, Grapevine. From Las Vegas to London, Kraig Parker has been called the ultimate image of Elvis Presley. He has been astonishing crowds for over 12 years with his amazing tribute to the king of rock and roll. All ages are shook up by Parker's amazing likeness to Elvis in look, voice, moves and stage presence. This exciting performance has left audiences stunned, thrilled and hungry for more.
Details at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org
or www.thekinglives.com
