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SUMMARY:3 Months. 3 Millionaires.
DESCRIPTION:Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant’s 3 Months 3 Millionaires is b
 ack\, giving three guests the chance to win $1 million\, and also includes
  other winning opportunities for a total of $6.3 million being given to pl
 ayers this summer! All nine past winners have come from North Texas\, cont
 inuing a hometown streak that adds even more excitement to this year’s pro
 motion. \n  \n The million-dollar drawings will be held on Saturdays June
  6\, July 11 and August 22 at 1:00 AM and winners must be present to claim
  the prize. Players can start earning entries into the drawings May 1 at 1
 2:00 AM when playing with the rewards club card. For details and rules\, p
 lease visit 3 Months 3 Millionaires (3M3M) and don’t forget to check out o
 ur midweek promotions for other ways to earn entries into the million-doll
 ar drawings. It’s free to join the Choctaw Rewards Club which allows guest
 s to earn points on both gaming and select resort spending like dining\, s
 hopping\, and more.\nChoctaw Casino & Resort Durant\n4216 S. Hwy 69/75\nDu
 rant\, OK 74701 United States\n
LOCATION:4216 S. Hwy 69/75\, Durant\, OK 74701
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516450490/3_Months._3_Millionaires.
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DTSTART:20260822T130000Z
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SUMMARY:Community Pet Memorial Service & Adoption Event!
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor beloved pets who will always be in our hear
 ts with a community pet memorial service. Personalized keepsakes will be a
 vailable for each person who RSVP’s online at our website. Dallas Animal S
 ervices and Adoption Center is partnering with us for people who are ready
  to invite another beloved pet into their lives. \nRSVP at  https://www.hu
 ghesftc.com/events/pet-memorial-day\nHughes Family Tribute Center\n9700 We
 bb Chapel Road\nDallas\, TX 75220 United States\n
LOCATION:9700 Webb Chapel Road\, Dallas\, TX 75220
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516455642/Community_Pet_Memorial_Service_Adoption_Event
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DTSTART:20260825T103000Z
DTEND:20260825T220000Z
SUMMARY:Free Taco Tuesday Supports Survivors of Domestic V
DESCRIPTION:Taco Bueno celebrates the second anniversary of its Tacos with
  a Purpose campaign on Tuesday\, Aug. 25\, at participating Taco Bueno loc
 ations across Texas and Oklahoma. Guests who round up their purchase to th
 e nearest dollar will receive a free Hot Honey Fried Chicken Taco (a $3.99
  value). Since launching in 2024\, the campaign has raised more than $740\
 ,000 to support organizations serving survivors of domestic violence\, inc
 luding The Family Place and Palomar. Eat good. Do good. Make change with y
 our change.\nParticipating Taco Bueno Locations\nUnited States\n
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516494910/Free_Taco_Tuesday_Supports_Survivors_of_Domestic_V
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DTSTART:20260827T113000Z
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SUMMARY:Tour New Independent Living at Juliette Fowler
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited: Information Session & Luncheon at Juliette Fowl
 er Communities \nJoin us for an intimate look at our brand-new Independent
  Living apartments opening later this summer! \nWHEN 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M
 . \nSelect One Date When You RSVP: Thursday\, August 27\; Wednesday\, Sept
 ember 2\; or Wednesday\, September 9 View the brand-new floorplans- featur
 ing spacious layouts\, full kitchens and generous storage spaces Understan
 d pricing & availability Taste our culinary style with a complimentary lun
 ch Meet our warm team & community \nParking: Enter through the gate on Rei
 ger Avenue. Reserved parking and event greeters will be available. \n  \n
  RSVP Required: Space is limited. Reserve your seat today! Call: 214-380-1
 662\nJuliette Fowler Communities\n1230 Abrams Rd.\nDallas\, TX 75214 Unite
 d States\n
LOCATION:1230 Abrams Rd.\, Dallas\, TX 75214
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516450940/Tour_New_Independent_Living_at_Juliette_Fowler
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SUMMARY:Grand Opening: JA Discovery Center at Greenwood Hi
DESCRIPTION:Junior Achievement of Dallas (JA Dallas) and Richardson ISD wil
 l celebrate the grand opening of the  JA Discovery Center at Greenwood Hil
 ls Learning Center on Thursday\, Aug. 27\, with a free community  open hou
 se from 6-8 p.m. The new immersive learning space will serve more than 7\,
 500 RISD students annually\, starting with fifth graders through JA BizTow
 n and seventh graders through JA Finance Park. The celebration has a commu
 nity carnival feel\, with outdoor games\, food trucks and  tours of the ce
 nter's interactive learning spaces. The event is free and open to the publ
 ic\; RSVP requested. \n https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ja-discovery-center-a
 t-greenwood-hills-grand-opening-tickets-1991001373705?aff=oddtdtcreator\nJ
 A Discovery Center at Greenwood Hills Learning Ce\n1313 West Shore Drive\n
 Richardson\, TX 75080 United States\n
LOCATION:1313 West Shore Drive\, Richardson\, TX 75080
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516496631/Grand_Opening_JA_Discovery_Center_at_Greenwood_Hi
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SUMMARY:State Fair Saddle Up
DESCRIPTION:Round up your posse for a night of high-spirited fun under the
  Texas stars at The Rustic. The evening will feature live music from Cash
  Byers\, live and silent auctions\, midway-style games\, special activatio
 ns\, and plenty of Texas hospitality\, all among a community that believes
  in the future of the Fair and the students it supports.  Hosted by the Bi
 g Tex Champion Club\, this Fair-themed shindig is a one-of-a-kind celebrat
 ion with a heart as big as the Lone Star sky. Every bid and every table he
 lps fuel the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction and Scholarship Programs\, wh
 ich has awarded more than $21 million in college scholarships to over 3\,8
 50 students across Texas. Learn more at  https://bigtex.com/saddleup/ .\nT
 he Rustic\n3656 Howell Street\nDallas\, TX 75204 United States\n
LOCATION:3656 Howell Street\, Dallas\, TX 75204
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516459220/State_Fair_Saddle_Up
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SUMMARY:Portalgraphs
DESCRIPTION:“Portalgraphs” is a magical musical about Beverly\, a sharp\, s
 pirited grandmother\, and her sassy granddaughter. On the day of her husba
 nd’s funeral\, a photo album becomes a time machine—transporting them into
  key moments of Beverly’s life. As they jump through memories\, what start
 s as a trip down memory lane becomes a powerful lesson: when you truly liv
 e in the moment\, time doesn’t just fly—it stands still.\nrachel rodriguez
 \n215 S Tyler St\nDallas\, TX 75208 United States\n
LOCATION:215 S Tyler St\, Dallas\, TX 75208
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3511792810/Portalgraphs
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SUMMARY:FAN EXPO Dallas 2026
DESCRIPTION:FAN EXPO Dallas returns to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention
  Center for an action-packed weekend celebrating the best of pop culture.
  From blockbuster celebrity appearances and live panels to jaw-dropping co
 splay and immersive fan experiences\, this three-day event delivers nonsto
 p excitement for fans of comics\, sci-fi\, horror\, anime\, and gaming. \n
 The convention floor is packed with artists\, collectibles\, and exclusive
  merchandise\, while autograph sessions and photo ops give fans the chance
  to get up close with their favorite stars. Cosplayers take center stage w
 ith incredible creativity\, and fans of all ages can explore interactive z
 ones\, special programming\, and family-friendly activities throughout the
  weekend. \nWhether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering your fandom\
 , FAN EXPO Dallas offers an electric\, high-energy environment where commu
 nity\, creativity\, and pop culture collide . \n WHEN:  FAN EXPO Dallas ru
 ns Friday\, September 11 through Sunday\, September 13\, 2026 \nFriday\, S
 eptember 11\, from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. \nSaturday\, September 12\, from
  10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. \nSunday\, September 13\, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00
  P.M. \n  \n WHERE:  \nKay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center located at
   650 S. Griffin St.\, Dallas\, TX 75202 \n  \n COST:  \nAdvance Full-pric
 e one day tickets start at $33. \nAdvanced price 3-day passes start at $99
  and full-price 3-day passes start at $115. Ultimate packages advance pric
 es start at $139 and full-price Ultimate packages start at $155. VIP Packa
 ges start at $519 and are only available in advance. \nHours and informati
 on are available at fanexpodallas.com.\nKay Bailey Hutchison Convention Ce
 nter\n650 S. Griffin St.\,\nDallas\, TX 75248 United States\n
LOCATION:650 S. Griffin St.\,\, Dallas\, TX 75248
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516446204/FAN_EXPO_Dallas_2026
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SUMMARY:The Reflectionist Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:On  September 12\, 2026 \, Samuel Lynne Galleries presents the
  first public exhibition of Reflectionism\, a new American art movement mo
 re than 25 years in the making. \n  \nFounded in Dallas by artist JD Mille
 r in 2001\, Reflectionism is rooted in the belief that an artist’s intenti
 on\, energy\, and physical process are reflected within the work. Created
  in oil with palette knives\, these paintings possess a sculptural dimensi
 on that shifts with light\, movement\, and perspective\, an experience tha
 t cannot be fully captured in a photograph. \n  \nFor this landmark exhibi
 tion\, all nine founding Reflectionist artists will come together for the
  first time\, united by one philosophy and marking a defining moment in ar
 t history.  \n  \nThe exhibition features JD Miller\, Philip Romano\, Lea
  Fisher\, Carrie Cameron\, Sharon Virts\, Renea Menzies\, Sue Yu Petty\, K
 elly Steller Hrad\, and Tanner Lawley. \nSamuel Lynne Galleries invites yo
 u to witness this defining moment in the evolution of Reflectionism and be
  part of its first public exhibition. \n  \nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026
  | 6:00–9:00 PM Samuel Lynne Galleries 1105 Dragon Street\, Dallas\, TX 75
 207\nSamuel Lynne Galleries\n1105 Dragon Street\nDallas\, TX 75207 United
  States\n
LOCATION:1105 Dragon Street\, Dallas\, TX 75207
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516457694/The_Reflectionist_Exhibition_Opening
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SUMMARY:Flamenco Fever Annual Paella y Pasión Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Flamenco Fever is excited to announce its annual Paella y Pasió
 n Spanish Cookout and Artist Showcase on Sunday\, September 13\, from 12 P
 M to 5 PM. This vibrant event will feature live dance and music performanc
 es\, plus delicious paella prepared by local chefs competing for prizes. \
 n Admission to Paella y Pasión is free\; however\, advance online registra
 tion is required. The community event will be held indoors and outdoors at
  La Cantera\, Flamenco Fever's expansive headquarters at Kessler Hills Sho
 pping Center\, 1050 N Westmoreland Road\, Ste. 328\, Dallas\, TX. \n This
  multigenerational event will feature performances by Latinx artists and a
 ims to enhance cultural accessibility in Oak Cliff while supporting local
  arts training in music\, various dance styles\, visual arts\, and wellnes
 s. Special guests from Flamenco Fever Academy will also make appearances.
  \n The day's festivities will feature a Spanish rock band\, face painting
 \, free flamenco dance lessons\, and music classes. The City of Dallas Off
 ice of Arts and Culture is partially sponsoring the event. \n Tickets for
  a bowl of paella and one drink are available for $20 when purchased in ad
 vance. (Click HERE for purchase link.) Prices will be higher for tickets b
 ought on-site. Each ticket also includes a Spanish-inspired souvenir to en
 hance your experience. In addition to paella\, sangria\, beer\, water\, an
 d soft drinks will be available for purchase. Everyone attending is encour
 aged to wear festive clothing and bring lawn chairs. \n   "La Cantera Arts
  Conservatory (LCAC) is the perfect venue for this event\, as it embodies
  our core values at 'The Quarry' of nurturing creativity and fostering com
 munity.” Julia Alcántara\, Executive Director of Flamenco Fever\, states.
  “LCAC ensures that arts education\, with its healing power\, is accessibl
 e to everyone\, regardless of geographic or economic barriers.” \n   About
  Flamenco Fever \nFlamenco Fever is a Dallas-based non-profit organization
  established in 1998 that celebrates the art of Flamenco and showcases a v
 ariety of ethnic performers\, including African drummers\, salsa dancers\,
  tango artists\, and belly dancers. With the opening of its new headquarte
 rs\, Flamenco Fever is expanding into arts-as-therapy\, offering over 500
  classes in diverse disciplines such as comedy\, yoga\, drumming\, and dan
 ce. In its first year\, the center served nearly 9\,000 residents and host
 ed over 500 events.\nLa Cantera Arts Conservatory\n1050 North Westmoreland
  Road #328\nDallas\, TX 75211 United States\n
LOCATION:1050 North Westmoreland Road #328\, Dallas\, TX 75211
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516494274/Flamenco_Fever_Annual_Paella_y_Pasin_Cookout
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DTSTART:20260919T113000Z
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SUMMARY:Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Tennis Classic
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation for the 8th Annual Tennis Cla
 ssic—an exhibition-style tournament bringing together celebrities and athl
 etes for a day of fun\, philanthropy\, and friendly competition! \n  \n Gu
 ests will enjoy high-energy matches\, gourmet bites\, and an unforgettable
  atmosphere. Celebrity participation to be announced. \n  \n All proceeds
  go directly back into the North Texas community by funding impactful proj
 ects and awarding annual grants to nonprofit organizations that align with
  the mission of the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation. Don’t miss this star-studded
  day of tennis and community giving!\nBanner House at T Bar M\n6060 Dilbec
 k Ln\nDallas\, TX 75240 United States\n
LOCATION:6060 Dilbeck Ln\, Dallas\, TX 75240
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516457521/Dirk_Nowitzki_Foundation_Tennis_Classic
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SUMMARY:Tango Charities: Feed the Country
DESCRIPTION:Feed The Country takes the proven\, community-tested Feed The C
 ity model and scales it across the \n entire nation in a single morning. E
 very event follows the same structure: volunteers gather at a local \n res
 taurant\, bring shelf-stable food items\, pack meals together at tables\,
  and those meals go directly to \n nonprofits\, shelters\, food pantries\,
  and schools within 10 miles of the event location. \n  \n This is not a c
 harity gala. It is not a donation drive. It is thousands of everyday Ameri
 cans physically \n showing up and doing the work side by side\, in their o
 wn cities\, on the same morning. Feed The \n Country is the spark designed
  to create long-term community engagement in the fight against hunger \n w
 ell beyond September 19.\nThe Lawn at Grandscape\n5752 Grandscape Blvd\nTh
 e Colony\, TX 75056 United States\n
LOCATION:5752 Grandscape Blvd\, The Colony\, TX 75056
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516455484/Tango_Charities_Feed_the_Country
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SUMMARY:Tracee Ellis Ross to Headline NFNL Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:New Friends New Life (NFNL) is proud to announce that acclaimed
  actress\, producer\, and founder/CEO Tracee Ellis Ross will headline the
  2026 Stand for Her Luncheon on Thursday\, September 24 at 11:30 a.m. at t
 he Hyatt Regency Dallas. Ross is a leader whose cultural fluency and skill
 ed storytelling allow her to forge meaningful connections with audiences a
 nd customers alike. \n"We are honored to welcome Tracee Ellis Ross to Dall
 as to headline our Stand for Her Luncheon\," said Bianca Davis\, CEO of Ne
 w Friends New Life. "Tracee's journey reflects the power of resilience\, s
 elf-discovery\, and living authentically. Through her work as an actress a
 nd entrepreneur\, she has encouraged countless women to embrace their wort
 h and pursue lives filled with purpose and possibility. We are excited for
  our community to hear her inspiring message and celebrate the strength an
 d potential of the women and girls we serve at New Friends New Life." \nTw
 o inspiring mother-daughter teams will co-chair the 2026 Stand for Her Lun
 cheon: Beth Thoele and Brooke Russo \, and Kathy Helm and Marci Kramer . H
 onorary chairs are Lottye and Bobby Lyle . Their longstanding commitment t
 o community service and nonprofit leadership reflects the transformative i
 mpact New Friends New Life creates for women and girls throughout North Te
 xas. \n For eight seasons\, Tracee Ellis Ross starred in ABC’s critically
  acclaimed comedy series BLACK-ISH\, earning a Golden Globe Award\, six NA
 ACP Image Awards\, and nominations for Emmy Awards\, Screen Actors Guild A
 wards\, and Critics Choice Awards for her portrayal of Dr. Rainbow Johnson
 . The series also won an Emmy Award\, a Peabody Award\, and was nominated
  for multiple Emmy Awards\, Golden Globe Awards\, SAG Awards\, and Critics
  Choice Awards. Ross also starred in the Emmy and GLAAD Award-nominated se
 ries GIRLFRIENDS for eight seasons\, earning two NAACP Image Awards and a
  BET Comedy Award for her portrayal of Joan Clayton. \nIn July 2026\, Ross
  will make her highly anticipated Broadway debut in the Tony-nominated pla
 y EVERY BRILLIANT THING. In this one-of-a-kind solo show\, a person looks
  back at their life and the glimmers of hope that sustained them through a
  list of every wonderful\, beautiful\, and delightful thing that makes lif
 e worth living. \nRoss will also be seen in Season 2 of the Roku original
  series SOLO TRAVELING WITH TRACEE ELLIS ROSS. The first season set a reco
 rd as Roku’s most-watched unscripted original series. The docuseries follo
 ws Ross as she embarks on transformative solo adventures\, showcasing her
  unique blend of humor\, heart\, and honesty. At each destination\, she ex
 plores the intersection of beauty\, fashion\, design\, food\, and culture.
  Ross serves as the Executive Producer of the series\, which is produced b
 y Joy Mill Entertainment and Artists First. Season 2 premieres July 20\, 2
 026. \nRoss recently announced a multiyear first-look scripted and overall
  unscripted deal with Fox Entertainment Studios via her production company
  Joy Mill Entertainment. Under the partnership\, Ross will executive produ
 ce and develop scripted content spanning comedy\, drama\, and animation\,
  as well as unscripted and reality programming. Joy Mill Entertainment is
  dedicated to creating entertaining\, culture-bending stories centered aro
 und identity and joy. \nRoss was last seen in THE FAMILY MCMULLEN on HBO M
 ax\, the long-awaited follow-up to the classic THE BROTHERS MCMULLEN\, alo
 ngside Ed Burns\, Connie Britton\, and Michael McGlone. Additionally\, Ros
 s starred in season 7 of the critically acclaimed Netflix series BLACK MIR
 ROR along with Paul Giamatti\, Jesse Plemons\, Rashida Jones\, Chris O’Dow
 d\, and Emma Corrin\, among other returning cast favorites. Ross also appe
 ared opposite Jeffrey Wright in the Oscar-winning drama AMERICAN FICTION\,
  directed by Cord Jefferson in 2023. \nRoss is the owner\, founder\, and c
 o-CEO of PATTERN Beauty\, the global multimillion-dollar hair & body care
  brand she created for the curly\, coily & tight-textured community and ev
 eryBODY. With PATTERN\, Ross is changing the paradigm of how the textured
  hair community is marketed to and supported. \nRoss is a powerful voice f
 or joy\, self-acceptance\, inclusivity\, and equity. She has spoken at num
 erous prestigious venues including the TED Conference\, where she made his
 tory as the first Black woman to open the event. Through her speaking enga
 gements\, Ross continues to inspire conversations about identity\, belongi
 ng\, and the expansiveness of joy. \nRoss has been recognized with multipl
 e prestigious honors throughout her career\, including the People’s Choice
  Awards Fashion Icon Award and induction as a Disney Legend by The Walt Di
 sney Company. Ross has also been recognized as a CNBC Changemaker and rece
 ived the Achievement Award for Excellence in the Arts from the National Mu
 seum of Women in the Arts for her leadership in the entertainment industry
  and advocacy for gender equity. Ross received honorary Doctorate degrees
  from both Spelman College and her alma mater\, Brown University. \nUnderw
 riting sponsorship opportunities begin at $3\,000. A limited number of ind
 ividual tickets will be released in August and will begin at $300. To rese
 rve sponsorships or seats\, visit www.newfriendsnewlife.org/luncheon \, em
 ail events@newfriendsnewlife.org \, or contact Chief Development Officer P
 riya Murphy at 214-217-8652. \n# # #  \n About New Friends New Life (NFNL)
  \nFounded in Dallas in 1998\, New Friends New Life (NFNL) is an award-win
 ning organization that restores and empowers trafficked and sexually explo
 ited teen girls \, women \, and their children while leading efforts to en
 d sex trafficking and exploitation through awareness\, advocacy\, and syst
 emic change. In 2025\, NFNL served 320 teen girls\, women\, and their chil
 dren\, providing holistic programs that support stability\, emotional heal
 ing\, education\, economic mobility\, and long-term independence. NFNL adv
 ances its mission through advocacy\, legislative reform\, community educat
 ion\, and strategic partnerships. Its drop-in Youth Resource Center (YRC)
  \, launched in partnership with the Texas Governor's Office\, has provide
 d comprehensive preventative and restorative services to more than 700 tra
 fficked and high-risk teen girls since opening in 2018. NFNL’s Men's Advoc
 acy Group has engaged men in the fight against sex trafficking and exploit
 ation since 2015. In 2024\, NFNL was named the D CEO Nonprofit and Corpora
 te Citizenship Organization of the Year (Midsize). For more information\,
  visit www.newfriendsnewlife.org .\nHyatt Regency Dallas\n300 Reunion Blvd
 .\nDallas\, TX 75207 United States\n
LOCATION:300 Reunion Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX 75207
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516468152/Tracee_Ellis_Ross_to_Headline_NFNL_Luncheon
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SUMMARY:Winnsboro Cowboy Music and Poetry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Round up your cowboys and cowgirls for Winnsboro’s Annual Cowbo
 y Music and Poetry Gathering \n Celebrate cowboy culture with songs\, stor
 ies\, cowboy grub and Western Swing Dance – just 2 hours from DFW! \nThe 5
 th Annual Winnsboro Cowboy Music and Poetry Gathering returns to historic
  downtown Winnsboro Friday and Saturday\, September 25 and 26. The event\,
  hosted by Winnsboro Center for the Arts \, celebrates the rich traditions
 \, music\, poetry and storytelling of the American West and ranch life. It
  includes both ticketed performances and FREE family-friendly activities \
 , open mic opportunities and Western-themed vendors. All activities and pe
 rformances take place in downtown Winnsboro\, one of Texas' designated Cul
 tural Districts \, which features the Bowery pedestrian zone\, charming bo
 utiques and quaint eateries\, all just two hours from DFW! \nThe event kic
 ks off with one of the weekend’s most popular events. Friday’s Cowboy Gath
 ering Chili Cook-off and Tasting at 5 p.m. gives attendees an opportunity
  to sample award-winning chili while enjoying live music and fellowship. \
 nFriday evening brings the first of four concerts\, all featuring national
 ly recognized cowboy poets\, musicians\, storytellers and artists for an u
 nforgettable experience honoring cowboy heritage. At 7:30 p.m.\, award-win
 ning cowboy performers Joel Nelson \, Pipp Gillette \, Lloyd Wright and Jo
 el Alden White take the WCA Bowery stage\, bringing with them music that r
 eflects combined decades of experience as both working cowboys and perform
 ing artists. \nSaturday afternoon includes all sorts of kids’ activities f
 or your cowboys and cowgirls: cornhusk doll-making\, face painting\, Smart
 y Roping Dummy and a kids’ activity corner. It also features two open-mic
  performances. Cowboy poets\, Western musicians\, storytellers and perform
 ers who celebrate the spirit and heritage of the American West can sign up
  here! \nSaturday’s toe-tapping continues with a 4 p.m. concert on The Bow
 ery Stage featuring the popular Kristyn Harris Trio \, poet Teresa Burleso
 n and singer/poet Ed Meyer . At 7 p.m.\, Andy Hedges \, Chris Ryden and Ro
 d Taylor take the stage. At 8:30\, the boot-scootin’ moves inside the new
  Creative Learning Center to the second floor for Western Swing Dancing wi
 th Miss Devon and the Outlaw’s Amigos . Miss Devon is the singin’\, yodeli
 n’ voice of Jessie on the Walt Disney CD “Woody’s Roundup\,” inspired by t
 he characters in “Toy Story 2.” Guests here are encouraged to kick up thei
 r heels and celebrate music that has become a treasured part of Texas cult
 ure. \nThe event also includes Cowboy Tales \, a FREE exhibition at the WC
 A September 23 through November 14 that illustrates the theme of western c
 ulture and imagery. \n"The Winnsboro Cowboy Music and Poetry Gathering has
  become one of East Texas' premier celebrations of Western heritage\," sai
 d Delyse Hart\, event chair. "Whether you're a lifelong cowboy poetry enth
 usiast or experiencing cowboy culture for the first time\, you'll find out
 standing entertainment\, warm hospitality and authentic Western traditions
  throughout the weekend." The event is expected to draw about 1\,500 guest
 s. \n“Appreciation for Western and cowboy heritage runs deep in our East T
 exas community\,” said Mary White\, WCA executive director. “And this annu
 al gathering offers a space where tradition is not only revered\, but brou
 ght vividly to life through storytelling\, music and shared experiences.”
  \nWCA plays a key role in bringing cultural programming\, exhibitions and
  entertainment to Winnsboro and East Texas. WCA is supported in part by gr
 ants from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for
  the Arts . Winnsboro’s Cultural District is recognized by the Texas Commi
 ssion on the Arts for its vibrant arts scene. Winnsboro is also recognized
  by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a Texas Main Street Co
 mmunity and an accredited member of Main Street America for its successful
  downtown revitalization. \nFor more information about the town’s Cowboy M
 usic and Poetry Gathering\, and other cultural events\, visit the website.
  \n ABOUT WINNSBORO CENTER FOR THE ARTS : Winnsboro Center for the Arts is
  a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Winnsboro\, Texas. As a mul
 ti-disciplinary arts center\, it serves communities throughout Northeast T
 exas\, engaging people in educational programming\, cultural experiences\,
  and entertainment . All scheduled programs are subject to change.\nDownto
 wn Winnsboro on The Bowery\n200 Market St.\nWinnsboro\, TX 75494 United St
 ates\n
LOCATION:200 Market St.\, Winnsboro\, TX 75494
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516451250/Winnsboro_Cowboy_Music_and_Poetry_Festival
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Citrusfest
DESCRIPTION:Discover your next favorite artist at the Second Annual Citrusf
 est \, a one-night-only live music showcase celebrating emerging talent an
 d Dallas-Fort Worth’s growing music scene. \nThis year's lineup features R
 &B and soul musician and actress Alexis Ray Parker \, genre-blending singe
 r-songwriter D.X.N .\, indie-country artist David Forsyth\, award-winning
  singer-songwriter Leslie Austin\, and independent folk artist and America
 n Idol contestant TRVR?. \nThe evening will be hosted by Jazzi Black \, mi
 dday personality on 97.9 FM The Beat with appearances by multi-grammy awar
 d winner and audio engineer\, mixer and record producer Tre Nagella\, inde
 pendent A&R executive and artist development strategist Amp Buchanan \, an
 d Dale Brock \, an accomplished entertainment professional with deep exper
 ience in talent buying\, festival production\, touring\, and live events.
  \nFounded by Sydney Peters \, Citrusfest was created to give emerging art
 ists greater access to the people and opportunities that can help launch t
 heir careers while positioning DFW as a destination for music discovery. \
 nCome experience incredible live performances\, connect with fellow music
  fans and industry members\, and witness the next generation of artists be
 fore they hit the mainstream! \nTickets are $25 and can be found at www.th
 ecitrusfest.com.\nThe Studio at the Bomb Factory\n2727 Canton St.\nDallas\
 , TX 75226 United States\n
LOCATION:2727 Canton St.\, Dallas\, TX 75226
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516495444/Second_Annual_Citrusfest
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SUMMARY:Rooftop Sweat + Social at Legacy West
DESCRIPTION:Join Fitness Ambassadors and Legacy West for the inaugural Roof
 top Sweat + Social \, presented by Kinective Fitness . This elevated fitne
 ss festival combines rooftop workouts\, live music\, wellness experiences\
 , shopping\, food\, and community into one unforgettable event. Move throu
 gh classes led by some of Dallas' top studios\, explore a curated vendor v
 illage\, and discover everything Legacy West has to offer. \nCLASS SCHEDUL
 E \n9:00 AM — Yoga Flow with YogaSix \n9:50 AM — Strength Training with Sw
 eat440 \n10:40 AM — Pilates with JetSet Pilates \n11:30 AM — BODYCOMBAT (b
 oxing) with KINECTIVE Fitness \n Short transitions between classes. Attend
  one class or stay for all four. \nWHAT TO EXPECT \n• Four rooftop fitness
  classes led by premier local studios • Product sampling\, tastings and ex
 clusive giveaways • Beauty and wellness activations • On-site shopping exp
 eriences • Post-workout food and beverage offerings • Networking and commu
 nity-building opportunities \nTICKETS \n General Admission tickets are $15
  and include: • Access to all four fitness classes • Curated swag bag fill
 ed with partner products and exclusive offers • Vendor Village and brand a
 ctivations • Product sampling and interactive experiences VIP Tickets are
  $35 and include: • Everything included with General Admission • Take-Home
  Yoga Mat • Access to VIP Section for all four classes • Access to Exclusi
 ve VIP Lounge access to all fitness classes\, the vendor marketplace\, sam
 pling experiences and activations. \nLearn more and purchase tickets at  h
 ttps://www.legacywest.com/rooftop-sweat-social\nLegacy West\n5908 Headquar
 ters Drive\nPlano\, 75024 United States\n
LOCATION:5908 Headquarters Drive\, Plano\, 75024
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516455844/Rooftop_Sweat_Social_at_Legacy_West
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SUMMARY:Bravo Park Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:During the Bravo Park Grand Opening & Picnic\, guests will have
  the opportunity to tour Hartwood at Sloan Corners for a chance to win six
  months free rent. Attendees can enter by completing a model apartment tou
 r and sharing their experience on social media using the official campaign
   hashtag and account tags. The activation is designed to drive community
  engagement\, generate social buzz\, and introduce future residents to the
  lifestyle and amenities at Hartwood at Sloan Corners in a fun\, experient
 ial way.​ Celebrate the beginning of a new community gathering place in Al
 len — and experience Bravo Park for the very first time.\nBravo Park\n785
  Bravo Park Dr\nAllen\, TX 75013 United States\n
LOCATION:785 Bravo Park Dr\, Allen\, TX 75013
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516466644/Bravo_Park_Grand_Opening
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SUMMARY:Opening Night: Prokofiev & Brahms
DESCRIPTION:Weber: Overture to Euryanthe \n Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No.
  2 in G minor\, Op. 63 \n    William Hagen\, violin \n Brahms: Symphony No
 . 2 in D Major\, Op. 73 \n   The season opens with spirit\, warmth\, and s
 weeping lyricism. Weber’s Overture to Euryanthe launches the evening with
  operatic drama and sparkling orchestral color. Prokofiev’s Violin Concert
 o No. 2 follows – a work of striking contrasts\, weaving together moments
  of haunting introspection and sharp-edged rhythmic vitality\, highlightin
 g the soloist’s expressive range. The concert concludes with Brahms’ Symph
 ony No. 2\, a sunlit masterpiece overflowing with serene beauty\, rich har
 monies\, and expansive joy.\nCharles W. Eisemann Center for the Performing
  Arts\n2351 Performance Drive\nRichardson\, TX 75082 United States\n
LOCATION:2351 Performance Drive\, Richardson\, TX 75082
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516460671/Opening_Night_Prokofiev_Brahms
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SUMMARY:Opening Night: Prokofiev & Brahms
DESCRIPTION:Weber: Overture to Euryanthe \n Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No.
  2 in G minor\, Op. 63 \n    William Hagen\, violin \n Brahms: Symphony No
 . 2 in D Major\, Op. 73 \n   The season opens with spirit\, warmth\, and s
 weeping lyricism. Weber’s Overture to Euryanthe launches the evening with
  operatic drama and sparkling orchestral color. Prokofiev’s Violin Concert
 o No. 2 follows – a work of striking contrasts\, weaving together moments
  of haunting introspection and sharp-edged rhythmic vitality\, highlightin
 g the soloist’s expressive range. The concert concludes with Brahms’ Symph
 ony No. 2\, a sunlit masterpiece overflowing with serene beauty\, rich har
 monies\, and expansive joy.\nCharles W. Eisemann Center for the Performing
  Arts\n2351 Performance Drive\nRichardson\, TX 75082 United States\n
LOCATION:2351 Performance Drive\, Richardson\, TX 75082
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516460750/Opening_Night_Prokofiev_Brahms
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Farmstead Celebrates 15 Years
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Farmstead Museum will celebrate the 15th anniversary o
 f Friends of the Farmstead on Saturday\, October 17\, from 6 to 10 p.m. Th
 e milestone event brings the community together to celebrate the stories\,
  people and experiences that make the Farmstead special while supporting i
 ts future. \n  \nGuests can enjoy specialty cocktails and craft beers\, an
  authentic True Texas BBQ dinner\, Chicken Poop Bingo\, games and prizes\,
  and live and silent auctions. The evening will also include live music an
 d dancing with Jay-B & the Zydeco Posse. \n  \nThis year’s event will reco
 gnize Jennifer and Luke Shertzer as the 2026 Best Friends of the Farmstead
  for their dedication and generosity to Heritage Farmstead Museum. \n  \nC
 ocktail hour begins at 6 p.m.\, followed by dinner\, a tribute to the hono
 rees\, and the live auction at 7 p.m. Jay-B & the Zydeco Posse will perfor
 m from 8 to 10 p.m. Tickets start at $125. Reserve your seat before they’r
 e gone. \n  \n WHEN: Saturday\, October 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. \n  \n WHERE:
  Heritage Farmstead Museum\, 1900 W. 15th St.\, Plano\, TX 75075 \n  \n CO
 ST: Pricing starts at $125.00. All tickets include dinner\, concert and fu
 ll bar access throughout the evening with specialty drinks\, cocktails and
  beer.  \n  \n LINK: https://www.heritagefarmstead.org/event/friends-of-th
 e-farmstead-2026/ \n  \n SOCIALS: Facebook – @HeritageFarmsteadMuseum \nIn
 stagram – @heritagefarmsteadmuseum \nYouTube – @heritagefarmsteadmuseum961
 6\nHeritage Farmstead Museum\n1900 West 15th Street\nPlano\, TX 75075 Unit
 ed States\n
LOCATION:1900 West 15th Street\, Plano\, TX 75075
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516496394/Friends_of_the_Farmstead_Celebrates_15_Years
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SUMMARY:Council for Life 25th Anniversary Celebrating Life
DESCRIPTION:Join Council for Life at their 25 th anniversary Celebrating Li
 fe Luncheon: A Legacy of Love and Life  on October 29\, 2026 \, at the Hil
 ton Anatole Hotel .Heisman Trophy winner\, ESPN and SEC football college c
 ommentator\, author\, and life advocate\, Tim Tebow \, is the featured Lun
 cheon speaker. \nIn celebration of Council for Life’s 25th anniversary\, t
 he nonprofit has set a historic goal of raising more than $2 million to cr
 eate a lasting\, generational impact in our community. Money raised will h
 elp fund grants to 33 carefully vetted and selected beneficiaries who serv
 e those experiencing unplanned pregnancies. ( See the list of CFL’s Benefi
 ciaries here. ) These beneficiaries provide women and families with a spec
 trum of free\, compassionate support\, including medical care\, maternity
  housing\, pregnancy resources\, parenting and life skills education\, fat
 herhood initiatives\, and student sexual risk avoidance education. In 2026
 \, CFL estimates that their funding will help support over 78\,000 pregnan
 cy center visits\, saving countless babies in the Dallas–Fort Worth area a
 lone. \nCo-Chaired by philanthropic leaders Stephanie Baker and Lynne Scho
 tt \, the Luncheon promises to be an inspiring afternoon. “We invite every
 one to join us to celebrate\,” said Stephanie. "I can't think of anyone be
 tter to join us as we celebrate our 25th anniversary than Tim Tebow. His s
 trong faith and his commitment to the sanctity of life make him the perfec
 t fit for this milestone year\," added Lynne. \nCouncil for Life is thrill
 ed to recognize CFL Founder Emeritus Ann Carruth and her husband\, David C
 arruth \, as this year’s Luncheon Honorary Chairs . CFL is deeply grateful
  for Ann’s visionary leadership and the Carruth’s unwavering devotion to s
 hape a culture of life in Dallas. \n"We are immensely thankful to our Hono
 rary and Luncheon Chairs for their steadfast service to Council for Life a
 nd their bold\, courageous commitment to protect babies and help vulnerabl
 e mothers\, fathers\, and families\," said Lee Anne Morris\, CFL Executive
  Director . \n For information on table and ticket opportunities\, visit:
  councilforlifeluncheon.com \n About Council for Life \n Council for Life
  (CFL) exists to empower women\, men and youth to make life-affirming choi
 ces. Motivated by Christ-like love and responsive compassion\, CFL is comm
 itted to raising awareness of the humanity of preborn babies and the compl
 ex issues that surround unplanned pregnancies. Through the generosity of d
 onors\, CFL provides financial support to agencies that share their missio
 n. \n For information on table and ticket opportunities\, visit: councilfo
 rlifeluncheon.com\nHilton Anatole\n2201 N Stemmons Fwy\nDallas\, TX 75207
  United States\n
LOCATION:2201 N Stemmons Fwy\, Dallas\, TX 75207
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516451761/Council_for_Life_25th_Anniversary_Celebrating_Life
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SUMMARY:ACB Presents Phillip Glass's Dracula 10/30-10/31
DESCRIPTION:Avant Chamber Ballet invites you to experience a hauntingly bea
 utiful production by Artistic Director Katie Puder. This immersive perform
 ance features Philip Glass's powerful score performed live\, which was ori
 ginally composed to accompany the 1931 classic film. Updated with contempo
 rary costumes and scenery\, the production bridges past and present. The t
 hrilling narrative promises an unforgettable\, edge-of-your-seat experienc
 e for seasoned aficionados and first-time attendees alike. Dracula brings
  one of literature’s most entrancing and iconic characters to life through
  the artistry of dance\, live music\, theatrical storytelling\, and striki
 ng visual design. Audiences will be transported into the mysterious and sp
 ine-chilling world of Dracula as the story unfolds through Katie Puder’s c
 horeography and Philip Glass’s mesmerizing score. This production is an id
 eal experience for ballet enthusiasts\, fans of theatrical performances an
 d classic literature\, lovers of live music\, and anyone looking for a thr
 illing and visually captivating night at the theater. No prior ballet expe
 rience is necessary\, making Dracula accessible and engaging for both long
 time dance audiences and those experiencing Avant Chamber Ballet for the f
 irst time. Recommended for audiences ages 10 and up. The production contai
 ns suspenseful\, eerie\, and frightening themes and imagery that may be in
 tense or scary for younger children. Experience this unforgettable world p
 remiere and discover Dracula through a contemporary lens\, where the haunt
 ing atmosphere of the classic story meets live music\, innovative choreogr
 aphy\, and modern theatrical design. Times/Dates: \n 10/30/2026 - 7:30-9:3
 0PM \n 10/31/2026 - 7:30-9:30PM \n Moody Performance Hall \n 2520 Flora St
   \n Dallas\, TX 75201 Tickets and Info:  Website -  https://www.avantcham
 berballet.org/performances \n Tickets -  https://www.ticketdfw.com/event/p
 hillip-glasss-dracula\nMoody Performance Hall\n2520 Flora St\nDallas\, TX
  75201 United States\n
LOCATION:2520 Flora St\, Dallas\, TX 75201
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516494752/ACB_Presents_Phillip_Glasss_Dracula_1030-1031
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Celebración del Día de Muertos
DESCRIPTION:Hughes Family Tribute Center will present its 12th annual  Cele
 bración del Día de Muertos  over two weeks\, Saturday\, October 17 through
  Monday\, November 2\, 2026 on select days at Crown Hill Memorial Park and
  Mausoleum. The cemetery\, located in the Bachman Lake area\, is tradition
 ally visited by families on Día de Muertos.  Celebración del Día de Muerto
 s  builds on this cultural custom.  Celebración del Día de Muertos is free
  and open to the public and held at Crown Hill Memorial Park and Mausoleum
  featuring the historic Art Deco style mausoleum\, recognized as a City of
  Dallas Historic Landmark. \nDuring  Celebración del Día de Muertos \, Hug
 hes Family Tribute Center will be sponsoring the art exhibition  Pathways
  of Past Lives: The Persistence of Existence  which explores the connectio
 ns between life\, death\, memory\, and rebirth through contemporary art in
 spired by the traditions of Día de Muertos. Opening Saturday\, October 17\
 , and continuing on selected dates through Monday\, November 2\, 2026\, th
 e exhibition will feature a central installation by Josh Niccolai-Belfi\,
  creating a powerful visual focal point. Curated by artist Art Garcia\, th
 e exhibition will also include works by regional area artists examining th
 e themes of Día de Muertos. \n Celebración del Día de Muertos  on Monday\,
  November 2\, will showcase the musical talents of  Carolina Imperial  who
  recently won New Artist of the Year at the Catholic Music Awards held in
  Rome and was a finalist in Mexico Canta\, an initiative of the Government
  of Mexico. Also featured will be  Grupo Pakal - Mayan Performing Arts \,
  a theatrical presentation by  Teatro Dallas \,  Folklorico by Herrera Dan
 ce Project \, live mariachi bands\, and the catrina design skills of  Alfa
  de las Catrinas  by Anel Anaya. The event will also include family art ac
 tivities\, children’s entertainment\, craft vendors\, and food and beverag
 e concessions. \n For more information and specific performance and event
  schedules each day\, please visit  https://dayofthedeaddallas.com  or  ht
 tps://www.facebook.com/HughesFTC \n  Celebración Details \nSaturday\, Octo
 ber 17 - Monday\, November 2\, 2026 \nFree admission \nCrown Hill Memorial
  Park and Mausoleum \n9718 Webb Chapel Road\, Dallas\, Texas 75220 \n  \n
  Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 \nGrand Opening -  Pathways of Past Lives\;
  the Persistence of Existence Art Exhibition \nFeaturing central installat
 ion by Josh Nicolaii-Belfy \nInstallation and Art on view 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
  \nMusical/Theatrical Performance at 6:30 p.m. \n  \n Sunday\, October 18\
 , 2026 \n Pathways of Past Lives: The Persistence of Existence Art Exhibit
 ion \n1:00 - 4:00 p.m. \n  \n Saturday\, October 24\, 2026 \n Pathways of
  Past Lives: The Persistence of Existence Art Exhibition \n1:00 - 4:00 p.m
 . \n  \n Sunday\, October 25\, 2026 \n Pathways of Past Lives: The Persist
 ence of Existence Art Exhibition \n 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  \n  \n Saturday\, Oc
 tober 31\, 2026 \n Pathways of Past Lives: The Persistence of Existence Ar
 t Exhibition \n1:00 - 4:00 p.m. \n  \n Sunday\, November 1\, 2026 \n Pathw
 ays of Past Lives: The Persistence of Existence Art Exhibition \n1:00 - 4:
 00 p.m. \n  \n Monday\, November 2\, 2026 \n Pathways of Past Lives: The P
 ersistence of Existence Art Exhibition \nArt on view 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m
 . \nDía de Muertos Performances begin at 5:30 p.m. \n   \n For Interviews
  \nDonna Miller\, Miller Consulting \n214-226-1265\,  dmiller@millerpr.com
  \n  \n About Josh Niccolai-Belfi \nJosh Niccolai-Belfi is a Dallas-based
  painter and sculptor native to the Bishop Arts district of Oak Cliff. He
  is a Fine Art Conservator and an experienced metal fabricator\, welder\,
  and wood worker\, working with Dallas-based Van Enter Studio. His early a
 rt education included W.E. Greiner\, Booker T. Washington HS PVA\, and sch
 olarships with the Meadows Museum at SMU. With a studio in the vibrant Tin
  District area of West Dallas\, he maintains a prolific and diverse body o
 f work. Currently\, his work is on exhibit at "Texas Sculpts" at the Art C
 entre of Plano. His work explores sweeping vistas of color and texture tha
 t prohibit the eye to remain stationary with encroaching fields of pigment
 \, interrupted peaks and crevasses\, a landscape of the imagination.\nCrow
 n Hill Memorial Park and Mausoleum\n9718 Webb Chapel Road\nDallas\, TX 752
 20 United States\n
LOCATION:9718 Webb Chapel Road\, Dallas\, TX 75220
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 794/key/3516459393/12th_Annual_Celebracin_del_Da_de_Muertos
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SUMMARY:Grand Canyon Country
DESCRIPTION:Rimsky-Korsakov Capriccio Espagnol \n Sibelius The Swan of Tuon
 ela \n Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending \n Grofé Grand Canyon Suite \n
     Nicholas Bardonnay\, photographer & multimedia artist \n   Take a brea
 thtaking journey through an immersive experience that bridges music and pa
 noramic imagery with symphonic photochoreography from Westwater Arts. Rims
 ky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol dazzles with color and Spanish flair. Sib
 elius’ The Swan of Tuonela drifts into a mysterious\, dreamlike world. Vau
 ghan Williams’ The Lark Ascending soars with peaceful lyricism and quiet r
 eflection. The journey ends with Grofé’s Grand Canyon Suite \, an expansiv
 e musical portrait that captures the vastness and wonder of America’s most
  iconic landscape.\nCharles W. Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts\n23
 51 Performance Drive\nrichardson\, TX 75082 United States\n
LOCATION:2351 Performance Drive\, richardson\, TX 75082
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516469670/Grand_Canyon_Country
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SUMMARY:ACB's The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the holiday season with Avant Chamber B
 allet’s The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra\, featuring the Dallas Chamber
  Symphony\, November 28–December 6\, 2026\, at Moody Performance Hall in t
 he Dallas Arts District. Paul Mejia’s enchanting production of Tchaikovsky
 ’s timeless classic brings together professional ballet and live orchestra
 l music for a holiday experience designed to captivate audiences of all ag
 es. The story follows Clara as a festive Christmas celebration transforms
  into an unforgettable adventure. Joined by the Nutcracker Prince\, she jo
 urneys through a magical world filled with battling mice\, swirling snowfl
 akes\, and the wonders of the Land of Sweets. Along the way\, audiences ex
 perience some of classical ballet’s most beloved scenes and Tchaikovsky’s
  unforgettable score. Featuring a professional cast of dancers\, vibrant c
 ostumes\, beautiful sets\, and stunning choreography\, Avant Chamber Balle
 t’s production celebrates the artistry and tradition that have made The Nu
 tcracker a holiday favorite for generations. The experience is made even m
 ore memorable by live music from the Dallas Chamber Symphony. Hearing Tcha
 ikovsky’s iconic score performed from the orchestra pit brings an extraord
 inary energy to the theater and showcases Avant Chamber Ballet’s commitmen
 t to bringing exceptional live dance and music together onstage. Whether T
 he Nutcracker is an annual family tradition or your first experience with
  ballet\, this production offers a festive way to celebrate the season in
  the heart of the Dallas Arts District. The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra
  Choreography by Paul Mejia Presented by Avant Chamber Ballet Featuring Da
 llas Chamber Symphony \n Moody Performance Hall November 28–December 6\, 2
 026 Run time: approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes\, including a 20-minute
  intermission. Celebrate the holidays with exquisite dancing\, live music\
 , and the timeless magic of The Nutcracker. Dates/Times: \n Saturday\, 11/
 28/2026 -  2:00-3:50PM \n Saturday\, 11/28/2026  - 7:00-8:50PM \n Sunday\,
  11/29/2026  - 2:00-3:50PM \n Friday\, 12/04/2026  - 7:00-8:50PM \n Saturd
 ay\, 12/05/2026  - 2:00-3:50PM \n Saturday\, 12/05/2026  - 7:00-8:50PM \n
  Sunday\, 12/06/2026  - 3:00-4:50PM Website: https://www.avantchamberballe
 t.org/performances \n Tickets:  \n https://www.ticketdfw.com/event/the-nut
 cracker-with-live-orchestra-2\nMoody Performance Hall\n2520 Flora St\nDall
 as\, TX 75201 United States\n
LOCATION:2520 Flora St\, Dallas\, TX 75201
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516491793/ACBs_The_Nutcracker_with_Live_Orchestra
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SUMMARY:ACB's The Nutcracker: Short & Suite
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holiday season with Avant Chamber Ballet’s The Nu
 tcracker: Short & Suite\, a family-friendly and sensory-friendly adaptatio
 n of the beloved holiday ballet designed especially for young audiences an
 d families. This shorter version captures the magic and wonder of The Nutc
 racker while offering an accessible introduction to classical ballet. Audi
 ences can experience the same professional dancers\, beautiful sets\, vibr
 ant costumes\, and enchanting holiday atmosphere featured in Avant Chamber
  Ballet’s full-length production—all in a family-friendly format lasting a
 pproximately 45–60 minutes. With live piano accompaniment\, the familiar s
 tory and music come to life as audiences experience the excitement and bea
 uty of this timeless holiday tradition. Designed with families in mind\, T
 he Nutcracker: Short & Suite is a wonderful opportunity to introduce child
 ren to professional ballet in a welcoming environment. The sensory-friendl
 y format and shorter runtime make the production approachable for young au
 dience members while preserving the artistry and magic that make The Nutcr
 acker a holiday favorite. The experience doesn’t end when the curtain come
 s down! Stay after the performance to meet the characters in the lobby\, g
 iving young audience members an opportunity to see some of their favorite
  characters up close and make their trip to the ballet even more memorable
 . Whether this is your child’s very first ballet or part of your family’s
  annual holiday tradition\, The Nutcracker: Short & Suite offers an afford
 able and festive way for the whole family to experience the magic of live
  dance and music. The Nutcracker: Short & Suite Presented by Avant Chamber
  Ballet Live piano accompaniment Moody Performance Hall Dallas Arts Distri
 ct Performances : December 3\, 2026 at 7:00 PM December 6\, 2026 at 12:00
  PM \n Run time: Approximately 45–60 minutes Website/Ticket Information:
   \nwebsite -  https://www.avantchamberballet.org/family-series tickets -
   https://www.ticketdfw.com/event/the-nutcracker-short-suite-2 Stay after
  the performance for a special character meet-and-greet in the lobby!\nMoo
 dy Performance Hall\n2520 Flora St\nDallas\, TX 75201 United States\n
LOCATION:2520 Flora St\, Dallas\, TX 75201
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516491990/ACBs_The_Nutcracker_Short_Suite
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DTSTART:20270206T193000Z
DTEND:20270206T213000Z
SUMMARY:Night at the Movies: John Williams
DESCRIPTION:Experience the iconic scores of John Williams as they come aliv
 e in the concert hall with this salute to cinema. From thrilling classics
  like Jaws\, Star Wars\, and Harry Potter to the soaring melodies of Schin
 dler’s List and Jurassic Park\, this concert will take you on a musical jo
 urney that spans Williams’ 70-year career. Be swept away by the brilliance
  and masterful orchestrations that define one of the greatest film compose
 rs of all time.\nCharles W. Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts\n2351
  Performance Drive\nrichardson\, TX 75082 United States\n
LOCATION:2351 Performance Drive\, richardson\, TX 75082
URL:http://lakewood.bubblelife.com/community/lakewood_calendar/library/3560
 794/key/3516465261/Night_at_the_Movies_John_Williams
CREATED:20260708T155723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T155723Z
DTSTAMP:20260823T022351Z
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
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SEQUENCE:1
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METHOD:PUBLISHED
SUMMARY:Lakewood & East Dallas Calendar
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