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376251
Walk for Food Allergy: Moving toward a Cure
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network's (FAAN) 4th Annual Walk for Food Allergy: Moving toward a Cure features a two-mile fundraising walk, followed by a carnival with bounce houses, vendor booths, face painting, live music, and more. Registration is available online or at the event. Walkers pay no registration fee but are encouraged to help raise funds through donations.
800.929.4040
dfwfoodallergywalk@yahoo.com
http://www.foodallergywalk.org
11/8/08

Ages: All Ages
Time: 9am-12n
Cost: Free

Bob Woodruff Park

2601 San Gabriel Drive
Plano, TX 75074


Exhibits
375070
Denise Fleming: Painting with Paper
An exhibition of the works of children's author and book illustrator Denise Fleming.
972.252.7558
http://www.irvingartscenter.com
Ongoing Daily 9/18/08 - 12/28/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-18
Time: During regular gallery hours
Cost: Free

Irving Arts Center

3333 North MacArthur Boulavard
Irving, TX 75062


Exhibits
366591
From Manet to Miro
From Manet to Miro features 64 drawings by some of the most important artists of the past 200 years, including Van Gogh, Matisse, Degas, Miro, and many more.
214.768.2516
http://www.mea... seumdallas.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 9/14/08 - 12/2/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Meadows Museum

5900 Bishop Boulevard Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX 75275


Exhibits
361512
Sentimental Journey: Art of Alfred Jacob Miller
Sentimental Journey: The Art of Alfred Jacob Miller features more than 85 works that offer first-hand depictions of the Lakota, Shoshone, Nez Perces, and other American Indian societies.
817.738.1933
http://www.cartermuseum.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 9/20/08 - 1/11/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free

Amon Carter Museum

3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107


Exhibits
358052
Dinosaurs Alive!
Dinosaurs Alive! features 12 life-size animatronic dinosaurs in an outdoor setting - including a Tyrannosaurus Rex and a Dilophosaurus that spits water. Kids can also enjoy playing on the static Apatosaurus and Parasaurolophus baby dinosaurs.
972.562.5566
http://www.heardmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 8/29/08 - 12/31/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Heard Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

1 Nature Place
Mckinney, TX 75069


Exhibits
330713
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of Pharaohs
On display are 50 burial objects from the tomb of King Tut, including his royal diadem - the gold crown discovered encircling the head of his mummified body - and one of the gold-inlaid canopic coffinettes that contained his mummified internal organs. More than 70 additional artifacts from other ancient Egyptian royal tombs are also on display. Timed tickets are available in advance.
214.922.1200
http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 10/3/08 - 5/17/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Adults $27.50-$32.50; Seniors & College Students $24.50-$29.50; Children (6-17) $16.50, (5 & under) free

Dallas Museum of Art

1717 North Harwood
Dallas, TX 75201


Films
358422
Dinosaurs Alive!
The new IMAX film, narrated by Michael Douglas, features spectacular computer-generated animation and a live-action story that follows renowned paleontologists as they uncover new fossils. The film runs about 40 minutes.
817.255.9300
http://www.fwmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 8/9/08 - 3/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: Schedule varies; call or visit website
Cost: Adults $7; Seniors and Children (3-12) $6

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

1501 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107


Films
358424
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs
The IMAX film brings to life ancient wonders, historic intrigue, and a modern-day forensic adventure that unravels some of the mysteries enshrouding the ancient royal mummies. The film runs about 40 minutes.
817.255.9300
http://www.fwmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 8/9/08 - 5/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: Schedule varies; call or visit website
Cost: Adults $7; Seniors and Children (3-12) $6

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

1501 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107


Films
358425
Deep Sea
The IMAX film takes viewers below the ocean surface to come face-to-face with some of the planet's most unique, dangerous, and colorful creatures. The film is narrated by Kate Winslett and Johnny Depp, and runs about 40 minutes.
817.255.9300
http://www.fwmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 8/9/08 - 5/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: Schedule varies; call or visit website
Cost: Adults $7; Seniors and Children (3-12) $6

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

1501 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107


Films
231278
Cry Baby Matinee
First-run, grown-up films are featured for parents with their little ones. Lights are kept dimmed, the sound is turned down, and baby changing tables are available.
972.444.FILM
http://www.ang... no/events.asp
Ongoing Each Thu, Sat 7/7/07 - 7/28/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am
Cost: Adults $6.50; Children (under 5) free

Angelika Film Center - Plano

7205 Bishop Road
Plano, TX 75024


Opera
366800
Metropolitan Opera Live in HD: Doctor Atomic
The Metropolitan Opera's performance of Doctor Atomic is simulcast live via satellite from New York City to the big screen at several movie theaters around the Metroplex. Visit the website for a complete list of locations. Tickets can be ordered through the theater's website. Program length: about 3 hours, 20 minutes; one intermission.
http://www.fathomevents.com
11/8/08

Ages: 10-18
Time: 12n
Cost: Adults $22; Seniors $20; Children $15

Galaxy Stadium 10

11801 McCree Road
Dallas, TX 75238


Puppet Shows
357332
Jack and the Beanstalk
A marionette performance of the classic fairy tale.
214.369.4849
http://www.slappysplayhouse.com
Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 9/6/08 - 11/23/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-9
Time: Fri 10:30am; Sat 10:30am & 1pm; Sun 2pm
Cost: Adults $9; Seniors & Children $8

Slappy's Puppet Playhouse

13340 Dallas Parkway 75240
Dallas, TX 75240


Shows
379712
Sueno de una Noche de Verano/Midsummer Night's...
Teatro de la Rosa presents an adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, set in Veracruz, Mexico in a production complete with dancers from Ballet Folklorico Azteca.
817.624.8333
info@rosemarinetheater.com
http://www.rosemarinetheater.com
Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 11/7/08 - 11/23/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 12-19
Time: Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm
Cost: Adults $12; Seniors & Students $7

Rose Marine Theater

1440 N. Main Street
Fort Worth, TX 76164


Shows
378751
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
A live stage version of the classic tale about Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman.
817.861.CATS
http://www.creativearts.org
Ongoing Each 10/31/08 - 11/9/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-12
Time: Thu 9:30am & 12n; Fri 7:30pm; Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm
Cost: $7; Babies in laps $5