Events, Meetings and Parties South Fork Ranch January 1, 2009- July 31, 2010 We are extremely proud to be a three-time winner of the "Facility of the Year" Award from the DFW Chapter of Meeting Professionals International, and of our reputation for creating memorable events with innovative flair and style. Entertaining does indeed take on a legendary meaning at Southfork. A wide variety of ballrooms, full-service catering, impressive decor and entertainment amenities and a special touch of Texas hospitality, make Southfork a distinctive option for event and meeting planners. Creative event themes and a full staff of event planning professionals make planning effortless and enjoyable. Southfork is a renowned Texas legend and landmark that is home to more than 1,400 events each year and we love what we do! We would love to have your event as part of our legendary "Dallas" history. A Photographer’s Story: Bob Jackson and the Kennedy Assassination The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza February 17, 2009- October 17, 2010 Now Showing A Photographer's Story: Bob Jackson and the Kennedy Assassination A Photographer’s Story: Bob Jackson and the Kennedy Assassination features of the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Bob Jackson. February 17, 2009 -October 17,2010 Allen Community Ice Rink Allen, Texas April 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 Located at the Allen Event Center within The Village at Allen 200 E. Stacy Road Allen, Texas 75002 972.678.4646 allencommunityicerink.com Take a spin on the ice during open skate times at one of Allen’s newest recreation facilities. The Community Ice Rink features a full-sized state-of-the-art ice surface, spectator bleachers, and party rooms. Locker rooms, an equipment shop and meeting rooms complete the facility. The Community Ice Rink offers recreational and competitive hockey and figure skating programs, summer camps, skating shows and competitions, and league hockey tournaments. The facility can service a variety of group functions such as birthday parties, field trips, group recreational programs and more. Borneo Dallas World Aquarium January 1, 2010- December 31, 2010 The entrance ramp to The Dallas World Aquarium is lined with interesting plants and animals indigenous to Borneo. The undercover, 200-foot long pathway, winds by habitats of birds, reptiles, mammals and fish. The critically endangered, white Bali mynahs have successfully reproduced in their exhibit. The noisy, Rhinoceros hornbill is easily identified by its colorful, gaudy bill and protuberant casque. The white Moluccan cockatoo shares its home with the Argus pheasant. In the water under the pathway bridge are several species of freshwater fish, such as the Asian arowana and the Archer fish. The Pangasius catfish is considered endangered by USFWS. A pair of Matschie’s tree kangaroos often share their habitat with a young joey. Although part of the South African outdoor, second-level habitat, the purplish-black Lady Ross’s turaco can be seen at the entrance. Once inside, visitors can enjoy an outdoor exhibit shared by Fairy or Little blue penguins. These small penguins are from Australia as part of a breeding program in conjunction with the Melbourne Zoo. Celebration Park kidmania Playground and Spray ground Allen, Texas January 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 701 Angel Parkway (Malone Drive and Angel Parkway) Allen, Texas 75002 214.509.4700 www.allenparks.org Children will enjoy a visit to largest handicap accessible playground and spray ground in the state of Texas. Spanning across an acre, the playground features a series of brightly colored play stations and activities. The spray ground offers a fun way to cool off during warmer months of April through October. Be sure to reference the playground/sprayground rules and hours. Other amenities at Celebration Park include covered pavilions, picnic tables, barbecue grills, baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, and a hike and bike trail. Visitors are welcome to use any of our park pavilions on a first come, first served-basis; however, pavilions can be reserved for exclusive use for a rental fee. For details, see the Parks and Recreation facility rental information or call 214.509.4714. Concerts, Events and Live Entertainment Frisco, TX January 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 Concerts, Events and Live Entertainment www.pizzahutpark.com www.drpepperarena.com www.lochranns.com The new Dr Pepper Arena is now open and the state of the art facility will host a wide array of events such as concerts, family shows and sporting events right here in Frisco. Pizza Hut Park hosts large scale concerts like Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney and more. Farmers Market - April 3, 10, 17, & 24 Grand Prairie Tourist Information Center & Texas Gift Shop April 3, 2010- April 24, 2010 8 a.m.- 1 p.m., Market Square, 120 W. Main St. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Fort Worth, TX January 1, 2010- December 25, 2010 Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge 01/02/2010 thru 12/25/2010 Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge 817-237-1111 Naturalist-led nature hikes. Every Saturday 10am - Noon http://www.fwnaturecenter.org Grapevine Market Grapevine, TX April 10, 2010- October 16, 2010 Grapevine Market – Apr 10 – Oct 16; Liberty Park – 9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Join us for the ever-popular, open-air Grapevine Market, which will make its seasonal arrival to Historic Downtown Grapevine on Saturday, April 10, and will be open to the public every Thursday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. until October 16. Green Fields, Black Smoke: Nature & Progress When Dallas was Young Dallas Heritage Village March 1, 2010- June 30, 2010 October 1 - December 30, 2009 & March 1 - June 30, 2010 During “Living History Seasons,” characters dressed in period clothing will reveal the environmental truths of 1888 Dallas. Through special exhibits and programming, we investigate if people really were “greener” in the nineteenth century and how life on the family farm was affected by the growth of industry. Green Fields, Black Smoke: Nature & Progress When Dallas was Young Programs and Events Barnyard Buddies Storytime for Preschoolers "Brick Builders" - October 14, 2009 "In the Country, in the City" - November 11, 2009 "Throw Away?" - March 10, 2010 "Friends of Animals" - April 14, 2010 "How Does Your Garden Grow?" - May 12, 2010 "Magical Water" - June 9, 2010 Family Past Times "Village Machines" - October 4, 2009 "Fall Harvest" - November 1, 2009 "Simple Celebrations" - December 6, 2009 "Throw Away?" - March 7, 2010 "Village Egg Roll" - April 4, 2010 "Gather 'Round Children: America's Folk Song Heritage" - May 2, 2010 "Water, Wells and Windmills" - June 6, 2010 Chautauqua Lecture Series Thurber Bus Trip - October 10, 2009 "History of the Trinity River" - November 17, 2009 "Native Prairies of Dallas" - March 2, 2010 "Prowling Through the Texas Industrial Past" - April 29, 2010 Gun Fights at the Village 1st & 3rd Saturdays Dallas Heritage Village March 6, 2010- June 19, 2010 Visit Dallas Heritage Village every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, March 6 to June 19, and witness early Dallas law and order, settler style, on the Village's Main Street. Performed by the Trinity River Desperados, visitors will get a firsthand view of the “Wild West” when a mild disagreement quickly turns into a gun fight on Main Street. Hours of Operation and Tours Bureau of Engraving & Printing Western Currency Facility Tour & Visitor Center January 1, 2010- December 31, 2010 Located in Fort Worth, TX, the BEP's Western Currency Facility Tour and Visitor Center is a great place to learn all about U.S. paper currency. You can actually see billions of dollars being printed as you walk along an enclosed elevated walkway suspended over the production floor! Before or after your free 45-minute tour, enjoy two floors of interactive exhibits and displays showcasing the history of currency and the intricacies of the printing process. The tour experience also includes a high-definition theater film, the Moneyfactory Gift Shop, and a vending and rest area. Tour and Visitor Center is closed on weekends, Federal holidays, and the week between Christmas and New Years Day. Walk-up visitors are welcome on a first come, first served basis. All visitors should allow 30 minutes to clear through security. Please allow 45-50 minutes for your quarter-mile long tour on the elevated walkway. Visitors unable to make a tour time, may view the film, enjoy the exhibits and displays, or visit our retail sales area. Non-Peak Season Hours August - May During the months of August through May, the Tour and Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with group and general public tours being conducted every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Peak Season June - July In the months of June and July only, the Tour and Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with group and general public tours being conducted every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups Groups of 10 or more must schedule in advance by calling (817) 231-4000 local or toll-free at (866) 865-1194. Groups are limited to seventy-five (75) visitors per tour. John F. Kennedy and the Memory of a Nation The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza April 1, 2010- June 30, 2011 John F. Kennedy and the Memory of a Nation On November 22, 1963, the Texas School Book Depository building was the focus of world shock, grief, and outrage when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dealey Plaza. Twenty-six years later, John F. Kennedy and the Memory of a Nation opened on the building's sixth floor, where significant evidence was found. Using nearly 400 photographs, 45 minutes of documentary films, and artifacts, this exhibition recreates the social and political context of the early 1960s, chronicles the assassination and its aftermath, and recognizes Kennedy's lasting impact on American culture. Kimbell Gets Bonington Kimbell Art Museum December 11, 2009- December 31, 2011 An oil sketch of Venice by the 19th-century British artist Richard Parkes Bonington was acquired by the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Eric M. Lee, its director, announced this week. Oil sketches by Bonington are rare and only a handful of American museums have any. “Even though he is not very well known, he was one of the towering figures of 19th-century landscape painting,” Mr. Lee said. He explained that works by Bonington, whom he described as “a quintessential romantic artist,” were hard to come by because the artist died when he was only 25. The Kimbell work is a quick plein air scene of what the artist saw one day in 1826 along the Grand Canal. The painting will go on view on Friday, next to two other views of Venice, one by Canaletto and another by Guardi. Mckinney Farmers Market - Every Saturday McKinney Convention & Visitor Bureau March 6, 2010- October 30, 2010 3/6/2010 through 10/30/2010 Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Historic Downtown McKinney Farmers Market is there for you each Saturday with fresh local produce, meat, dairy and more! Come on down and enjoy breakfast, lunch, kids` activities and entertainment. Michelangelo's First Painting: The Torment of Saint Anthony Kimbell Art Museum October 1, 2009- October 31, 2010 Michelangelo’s first known painting, The Torment of Saint Anthony, is now on view among the permanent collection of the Kimbell Art Museum. The Kimbell Art Museum acquired the painting in May 2009. Described by Michelangelo's earliest biographers, this remarkably fresh and well-preserved gem is believed to have been painted in 1487–88, when Michelangelo was 12 or 13 years old. The work is executed in egg tempera and oil on a wooden panel and is one of only four known easel paintings generally believed to come from his hand. The others are the Doni Tondo in Florence’s Uffizi Gallery and two unfinished paintings, The Manchester Madonna and The Entombment, both housed in the National Gallery, London. The Kimbell's new acquisition is the first painting by Michelangelo to enter an American collection. Mundo Maya Dallas World Aquarium January 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 Mundo Maya is an eight-story, immersion exhibit that takes visitors from the waters of the Yucatan's gulf coast to the highland rainforests. This great culture believed that nature did not need to be conquered or subdued. Many plants and animals were given important roles in their daily lives. The land of the ancient Maya included the countries of modern day Belize and Guatemala, the western parts of Honduras and El Salvador, and five Mexican states (Yucatan, Quintana Roo, Tabasco, Campeche and Chiapas). Birds in the Mundo Maya exhibit range in size from numerous species of tiny hummingbirds to majestic storks and formidable eagles. Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre - Fallen Angel Gaylord Texan Resort & Conference Center on Lake Grapevine January 22, 2010- February 1, 2011 Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Where: Texas Star Theater in the Riverwalk Café When: Every Friday and Saturday evening Seating begins at 7:00 p.m. Show begins at 8:00 p.m. Included in the ticket price for the show are an all-you-can-eat dinner at the market-style eatery, self-parking at the resort, tax and gratuity. This popular show often sells out, so reservations are strongly recommended. Orinoco Dallas World Aquarium January 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 Birds More than 18 orders and 37 families make up the avian collection at The Dallas World Aquarium. The majority are on exhibit, but some are housed in off-exhibit breeding aviaries. Ranging in size from tiny manakins to large swans and curassows, they can be seen at various levels and in many different habitats (those with a single species, many with multi-species and numerous species) enjoying the free flight, seven-story tall rainforest exhibit. Road Scholar The T October 1, 2009- October 31, 2010 Field Trips on the T The T would be happy to help you plan the transportation for your next field trip. There are many exciting places to explore in Fort Worth that are fun and educational for your students. Riding scheduled T buses, trolleys and TRE trains to these places adds to your adventure by giving your students a sense of independence. You can show them how important public transportation is in keeping the environment clean and how the T can help save money in parking, gasoline, insurance and wear and tear on their vehicle when they get older. This program is not limited to schools but is also available to scout troops, student groups, Community Centers, student programs, etc. South Africa Dallas World Aquarium April 1, 2010- April 30, 2011 Located at the southern tip of the African continent is a diverse and fascinating region. South Africa contains nine natural biomes, ranging from desert in the west to evergreen forest in the east. Dominated by a central plateau, the region has no navigable rivers. The outdoor Cape of Good Hope exhibit is home to a colony of Black-footed penguins. The 30,000-gallon display is surrounded with an array of native aloe and cactus-like plants. Also enjoying the outdoor habitat are Eastern yellow hornbills and Rock hyraxes. Although they resemble rodents, hyraxes are related to manatees. The South Africa outdoor, lagoon-like exhibit represents both plants and animals from this area. Stockyards Station - Description Stockyards Station April 1, 2009- June 30, 2010 There's no place in Texas like Fort Worth's Stockyards Station! Located in the heart of the Stockyards National Historic District, Stockyards Station exemplifies Texas by providing an exciting blend of old and new with Historic Walking Tours that visit the Texas Trail of Fame, The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame and more, over 25 unique shops including a winery,art gallery and great restaurants that offer anything from ribs to enchiladas. The Aquarium Dallas World Aquarium April 1, 2009- April 30, 2011 The aquarium features more than 85,000 gallons (321,800 l) of saltwater with marine life from around the world. Walk through the 22,000-gallon (83,280 l) tunnel to experience a panoramic view of reef life. Many animals found at the top of the food chain can be seen in the Predators exhibit. Ten 2,000-gallon (7,571 l) displays present marine life from around the world - Palau, Southern Australia, Lord Howe Island, Solomon Islands, Fiji, Bahamas, British Columbia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Japan. Representing the waters of four continents, three oceans and various seas, the aquarium gives a glimpse of the underwater world. four continents, three oceans and various seas, the aquarium gives a glimpse of the underwater world. The Edge Skate Park Allen, Texas January 1, 2010- January 31, 2011 201 E. St. Mary Allen, Texas 75013 214.509.4760 www.allenparks.org Extreme sports enthusiasts will want to experience The Edge Skate Park. Designed and built by Site Design Group from Tempe, AZ, one of the premier skate park design companies in the United States, the skate park features 37,915 sq. ft of concrete making it the largest in the state of Texas. Elements Include: street fixtures including stairs with handrails to "ollie on to", boxes, rails, ledges, a "picnic table" (not for picnicking), wide variety of bowls and transitions ranging from 6' - 9 ½' deep, steel coping throughout for grinding and a large amount of bank slope areas for beginners to practice on. Other features of the park include roller-hockey rinks and a BMX track. The Edge is a lighted facility complete with restrooms, water fountains, and a park visitor's center. Xanadu Dallas Summer Musicals Box Office April 6, 2010- April 18, 2010 Music Hall at Fair Park
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