Fun Things To Do In and Around Dallas – Weekend of December 19 – December 20, 2009 

In Dallas

South Pacific
Set on a tropical island during World War II, the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and their own prejudices. 

Wish Key Event Benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation
With any in-store purchase and $2 donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas, shoppers will receive a West Village Wish Key. Shoppers are then invited to try using their Wish Key to open the Holiday Gift Box located in West Village’s South Alley. The winning Wish Key holders will delight in receiving a festive holiday gift ranging from gift certificates and exclusive electronics to dashing accessories and many more festive goodies. 

Dallas Stars vs Detroit Red Wings
Join us on Saturday at 2:00 pm.for hockey at the American Airlines Center. 

West Village Holiday Music Series – The Women’s Chorus of Dallas
Enjoy classic holiday music sung by local Dallas choirs! Get in the festive spirit and stop by West Village’s South Alley (between the Magnolia Theatre and Mi Cocina) 3-5pm. 

Holidays at the Market
A morning with Santa Claus and Holiday Music. Visit with Santa Claus inside Shed 2. Don’t forget your camera and your wish list! Listen for the carolers strolling through the market. Kids – make your own reindeer food! 10-2pm. 

In McKinney 

Lion, Witch & The Wardrobe
Word of Mouth Productions presents the Literary Classics Touring Series Production: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Based on the book by C.S. Lewis, adapted for the stage by le Clanche Du Rand. Thursday, December 17 at 10am & 12:30pm; Friday, December 18th at 10am & 7:30pm; Saturday, December 19th, at 3:30pm & 7:30pm; Sunday, December 20th at 3:30pm. 

Holiday Trail of Lights
See thousands of twinkling holiday lights along the Dinosaurs Alive! Nature trail and enjoy festive activities. 

Third Monday Trade Days
Plan to do your last-minute holiday shopping—December 18-20. It’s Santa’s favorite place to shop for things you can’t find anywhere else. After shopping at the 700+ covered outdoor booths,warm up in the market Mall. Bring your list and find a great gift for everyone. Plenty of food concessions to satisfy your hunger, too. 

Hank Christmas Story Time
`Tis the season! Get into the holiday spirit and bring your kids down to the North Texas History Center for Christmas tales of “Hank the Cowdog” from Slim, aka Don Newsom, who is the NTHC board vice chairman. Newsom will be telling Slim`s version of “The Wounded Buzzard on Christmas Eve.” 

Skate with Santa
Celebrate the Season at Dr Pepper StarCenter McKinney at Craig Ranch. Come see local and international figure skating talent perform FUN entertainment for the whole family. 

In Rockwall

Santa’s Workshop
Ho, Ho, Ho! In this 3 hours, you will make all sorts of Christmas crafts that you can take home for the entire family! Crafts range from jingle bell bracelets to Rudolph necklaces to Christmas Tree magnets!

Fun Things To Do In and Around Dallas – Weekend of December 12 – December 13, 2009 

In Dallas

Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Starring the world famous Radio City Rockettes is an unparalleled show featuring the Rockettes signature eye high kicks, and precision choreography in multiple show stopping numbers. 

Cheer! A Christmas Celebration
The season’s most popular and festive holiday concert featuring the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Dallas Symphony Chorus and a children’s choir. This spectacular concert will be filled with familiar Christmas music – both holiday classics and popular favorites – and a surprise visit from Santa Claus! 7:30pm. 

A Very Special Holiday Special
Know those holiday tunes during movies and television specials you love? Well, all your favorite holiday tunes will have a place on the Winspear Opera House stage. It’s going to be special . . . very special! 

Kwanzaa Fest
Celebrate the holiday season at this African American Festival celebrating Kwanzaa. Free to the public. 

Candlelight
Witness the holidays as they were celebrated from 1840-1910. Learn the traditions of Hanukah and 1900 Tejano Catholic holiday traditions. Enjoy strolling carolers, telling St. Nick your wishes, riding in Nip and Tuck’s donkey-pulled carriage and making holiday crafts. 3-9 pm. 

Stephan Pyles Holiday Cooking Class – A Modern Thanksgiving and Holiday Entertaining
During class, Chef Pyles will share his personal insights and experience on fall and holiday entertaining. Demonstrations will include a four-course meal or holiday buffet with matching wines or beverages. Participants will also learn recipe techniques from the restaurant, as well as those inspired by Chef Pyles’ travel experiences. Class is $95. 11am to 2pm. Space is limited so make your reservations now by calling 214-999-1229 x112 or email rmcgehee@stephanpyles.com. 

Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Bobcats
Head out to American Airlines Center and enjoy a night of Basketball between the Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Bobcats. 7:30 pm. 

Deck the Halls with Breakfast and Santa
A children’s concert featuring the Biscuit Brothers at the Meyerson Symphony Center, including free pre-concert activities in the lobby! Add breakfast to your concert package with a special holiday host, Santa Claus! 

Santa Paws Pet Photo Sessions
A special Santa Paws photo op session for pet lovers this holiday season! The property tops his Nice list with a host of pet-friendly amenities and the recent appointment of lab pup Kora as Director of Pet Relations. Come check it out and bring along your furry, feathered or four-legged pals for a special photo op with the jolly old elf. Personal cameras also welcome. 

In McKinney 

Autumn Leaves Canned Food
This December, Autumn Leaves of McKinney, an assisted living residence uniquely designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, is participating in a canned food drive benefitting the North Texas Food Bank. The food drive runs from Dec. 1 to Dec. 18 at the Autumn Leaves residence at 175 Plateau Drive McKinney, TX 75069. (972) 542-0606 Canned food collection boxes are located in the front foyer of the residence, and Autumn Leaves encourages the local community to drop of any nonperishable, canned or boxed food items. 

USA Boxing State Silver Gloves
USA Boxing – State Silver Gloves has been in McKinney for the past 15 years. The winning boxer will advance to Little Rock then on the Kansas. 

Christmas Festival
Join us again this year as we celebrate Christmas and the Light. Live nativity, children`s activities and games, Las Posadas, performing ensembles and music, Interactive Christmas Experience, Performance of Light, arts, exhibits, live music, family portraits and a bake sale full of every culinary delight! 

Go-Cart Racing
The North Texas Winter Nationals Go-Cart Racing is at Myers Park December 11 and 12, 2009. $12 pit pass, $5.00 spectator, $15 cart registration. For information contact Gary Jackson at 214-500-1574. 

In Grapevine 

Home for the Holidays
“Home for the Holidays” is a true Broadway-style musical Christmas stage show presented at the Palace Arts Center in Grapevine, Texas. With live music, beautiful costumes and seasonal sets, “Home for the Holidays” will transport you to a world of sleigh rides, snow fall, family and children to capture the charm and wonder of a traditional American family Christmas. The 80 minute revue combines singing, dancing and light humor with traditional scenes in Christmas-themed stage settings. The songs are linked by a story arc celebrating the stages of Christmas – anticipation of the coming of Christmas, excitement of family and friends in traditional celebration, and the enjoyment of the special day. 

Isis & the Star Dancers
Isis and the Star Dancers is a wonderful group of Middle Eastern (bellydance) and Polynesian (Hula) dancers based in Dallas\Ft. Worth, Texas. Come out to the Grapevine Convention Center on December 13, 2009 and enjoy this wonderful group. 

In Rockwall 

Breakfast with Santa
Santa Claus is coming to town. Join us on this day because you get to tell Santa what you want for Christmas! We will provide donuts, orange juice, activities and candy canes and you can expect a visit from a special guest. A polaroid picture with Santa is included in your price to take home to remember your visit with Santa. 

In Flower Mound 

20th Annual Flower Mound Christmas Parade
The Town of Flower Mound cordially invites you to enter a float or group in the annual Christmas Parade. Approximately 100 parade entries will be celebrating the holiday season with decorated floats and costumes.

Fun Things To Do In and Around Dallas – Weekend of December 5 – December 6, 2009 

In Dallas

A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens, adapted by Richard Hellesen, music by David de Berry. Featuring Company Members*: Chamblee Ferguson, Matthew Gray, Sean Hennigan and Christina Vela. Performance will be at the Kalita Humphreys Theater. 

Christmas With The Rat Pack
Experience Frank, Sammy & Dean’s world famous classic recordings and more in this sensationally staged production that brings the music and lives of these legendary characters together again. 

101 Dalmatians
The production follows Dalmatians spouses Pongo and Missis Pongo who are living the good life in London with their “pets” Charles and Catherine Dearly. When their 10 puppies are suddenly “dognapped” by the villainous Cruella de Vil, they summon the help of a vast network of dogs and set off to rescue their pups. 

Preeminent Dance – Winter Series
Grace, power, intensity and frailty. Audiences will experience the preeminence of this spectacular repertory company of talented dancers as they perform the choreography of America’s masters of modern dance. The soul of the dance company will be painted across the stage as Dallas Black Dance Theatre performs Pigs and Fishes, the signature dance of Elisa Monte. 

Capital One Bank Adolphus Children’s Parade Benefiting Children’s Medical Center
All are welcome to attend the largest annual event in downtown Dallas. St. Nick and his entourage of marching bands, giant inflatables, costume characters and dancers will take to the streets to kick off the holiday season in North Texas. This seasonal spectacular celebrates and benefits Children’s Medical Center in Dallas. Each year, more than 350,000 parade-goers join Santa to share in the cherished holiday tradition. Free and open to the public. Tickets for bleacher seating will be available for purchase this fall. 10 a.m. 

Sanders Family Christmas
It’s Christmas 1941 and the Sanders family returns to the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church to sing and witness and get the congregation in the Holiday spirit before the boys ship off to war. This show is filled with more than two dozen Christmas carols and hilarious yuletide stories, along with some bluegrass Christmas favorites. All performances are at 1:30pm, Wednesday through Saturday. Prices range from $12-$14. Call 214-532-1709 for additional information. 

Lone Star State Classic Dog Show
The Lone Star State Classic is a four day dog show event that occurs twice each year (July and December). They have made a commitment to the region to provide the general public and the dog community throughout the world an opportunity to attend a major dog show event in the Dallas area. 

Comedy Night at the Muse – Damon Williams
Come laugh with us this holiday season at Comedy Night at the Muse featuring Damon Williams. 9 pm. Admission $15. 

Dallas Mavericks vs Atlanta Hawks
Take a break this Saturday from all the hustle and bustle and enjoy a night of basketball with the Dallas Mavericks vs Atlanta Hawks. Game starts at 8:00 pm at the American Airlines Center. 

In McKinney 

Seussical, Jr
The McKinney Youth Theatre will perform Seussical, Jr at the Heart-Craig Performance Hall. Show dates: December 4 & 11 at 7:15pm December 5 & 12 at 2:15 & 7:15pm December 6 & 13 at 2:15pm. 

Dog Tracking Trial
The Alamo Area Whippet Club will be at Myers Park on December 5 and 6, 2009 for a dog show at the Back 40 area. 

Holiday Tour of Homes
36th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes for Chestnut Square Historic Village. This year we have a weekend full of activities for our everyone! We’ve added the following fun to the Holiday Tour of Homes: • McKinney businesses will be decorating the houses at Chestnut Square Historic Village! • Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Medical Center of McKinney, this year’s tour ticket book will be a full-color calendar which will be used year round! 

In Plano

Dickens in Historic Downtown Plano
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season at this annual holiday event.  Food, Music, Carolers, Shopping, Entertainment, Santa & more. 

Lantern Light 2009
Heritage Farmstead Museum Presents: Lantern Light 2009.  Historic Victorian Home and Grounds beautifully decorated for the holidays. Enjoy a magical glimpse of holidays past. Choral groups, Blacksmithing, Storytellers, Crafts and games for children, Hay rides, Refreshments by Starbucks Coffee.  Visit with Father Christmas. 

In Grapevine

 The North Pole Express
Thousands of children will turn fiction into reality this holiday season as they hop aboard the North Pole Express, sponsored by Great Wolf Lodge. Children, cozy in their pajamas, will experience the enchanting excursion. Children will become engaged in exciting activities including ornament making, caroling, pictures with Santa and many more exciting adventures! The North Pole Express runs the last weekend of Nov., every weekend in Dec., and concludes before Christmas. 

Christmas on Main Street
Be sure to stop and enjoy Christmas on Main in Historic Downtown Grapevine. The event features Santa, jolly Christmas characters, complimentary carriage rides and decorations adorning the mile-long stretch of road. Special guests include Ellie the Elf, Frosty the Snowman, Santa on stilts and children can play Reindeer Games, while parents enjoy the nostalgic taste of holiday Kettle Korn. 

Twinkle Light Boat Parade
Lights, lights and more lights will sparkle during the Twinkle Light Parade on Lake Grapevine at dusk on December 5. This lighted boat parade begins at Scott’s Landing and ends at Little Pete’s. It’s a floating festival of lights on Lake Grapevine with a parade of boats decorated in their holiday finest!

Anniversary Ball
The Anniversary Ball fundraising gala, hosted by the Women’s Division of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, December 5th at the Embassy Suites Outdoor World in Grapevine. This year’s theme is “Let it Snow Christmas Spirit” and the event promises to be a fun-filled evening with dinner, lots of dancing, a wine pull, stocking stuffers and a silent auction. All proceeds from the event help fund Christmas Spirit for Seniors and School Supplies projects.

In Dallas

700 Sundays
Billy Crystal has chosen Dallas as one of only six American cities to host his Tony Award-winning, autobiographical tour-de-force, 700 Sundays. 700 Sundays will be the first Broadway production to play the Winspear Opera House for a strictly limited engagement of performances. 

Moscow Ballet Great Russian Nutcracker
Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed Russian dancers, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is an annual treat for the whole family! 

Chi Omega Christmas Market
Come get an early start with your holiday shopping at the Chi Omega Christmas Market. The market features over 150 merchants with unlimited opportunities for holiday shopping. 

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
It just isn’t a Christmas without the Herdmans! They’re the worst kids in the history of the world, and they’re determined to be in the annual Christmas pageant. The congregation is horrified, but sometimes compassion and generosity come from the most unexpected places! (CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY). 

Santa’s Holiday for Strings: A Puppetry Extravaganza
There’s Santa, Frosty, the dancing penguins, a singing armadillo, and more in this rollicking musical revue created especially for DCT audiences. (CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY). 

The Trains at NorthPark
A favorite holiday attraction, the Trains at NorthPark exhibits traveling across the United States at various landmarks, and is the most elaborate toy train attraction in all of Texas, with vintage locomotives whizzing on a journey across America, past miniature national landmarks including Mount Rushmore, Dallas’ skyline, New York city’s Times Square and Washington, D.C. 

2nd Annual Jingle Bash
Etsy Dallas, the original local craft collective, will offer up quality handmade goods from over 40 local artists and designers – just in time for all your holiday shopping. The bash will also feature music, a full bar, free raffle, and free goody bags for the first 50 shoppers. Free. 1-7 pm. 

The Royal Winter Ball
The upcoming black-tie gala will feature fine cuisine, auction, and world renowned chef Darren McGrady, who will share recipes and kitchen secrets from his time as chef with the Buckingham Palace and Princess Diana. Money raised will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and its efforts to find a cure. 

24 Hour Filmfest
Make a day of it at the movies with family and friends and see six black-and-white films made by African Americans during the early and mid part of the 20th century. These rarely seen films show images of African Americans portraying roles about African American life that was noticeably disregarded by Hollywood. $5 – Screening and Talk with Filmmaker Warrington Hudlin. 11 am in Room T-314 & Clarence Muse Cafe Theatre. 

High Noon Gun Fights
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 the Village’s Main Street.

In Grapevine 

Texas Coin Show
Come out to the Grapevine Convention Center for a fun day of Coins.  The will be 3 Gold door prizes, numismatic supplies and parking is free for this event. James P. Bevill will be there signing books from Paper Republic. Admission is $2. 

Something Pumpkin
Come to Nash Farm to pick your Thanksgiving pumpkin off the vine. Learn what it takes to make a pie from a fresh pumpkin. Hot Chocolate and hay wagon rides available. 

In McKinney 

Fall Festival
We invite you to our 1st Fall Festival. Please come and enjoy Hillside Hayrides at The Retreat. This event is for the entire family. We will provide a bounce house, face painting, food, popcorn, cotton candy, caramel apples and of course hay rides. Come and join the fun! 

Paula Cole in Concert at MPAC
From her start as a backup singer for Peter Gabriel to her GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist, Paula Cole is an incredibly talented singer/songwriter best known for mega-hits, “I Don’t Want to Wait,” “Where Have All Cowboys Gone,” and “Me.” Drawing heavily from her ethereal, pretty sound, Cole creates songs that relied equally on dreamy melodies and poetic, introspective lyrics. With inventive arrangements built around Cole’s keyboards, her 2007 release, Courage re-established Cole`s seminal role among the top female recording artists today. 

In Plano 

An Evening with Guy Forsyth
Join us at the NYLO Hotel who partnering with Swank Presents to bring you a poolside concert with Guy Forsyth. 

Premiere!
From the creator of one of the most famous of petty tyrants comes a look at the petty tyranny of fame.  Gil is the comedic playwright of his day, doomed to hit after hit when all he wants is to be taken seriously, darkly, academically.  Like…dare he say it?  The Bard.  A hilarious series of events leads to the discovery of a ‘new’ long lost tragedy by William Shakespeare.  Will the truth be uncovered or will the literary world be fooled forever?

Christmas Crafts Fair
This craft show is the place to purchase holiday decorations for your home including handmade tree skirts, ornaments, wreaths and jewelry along with hand painted decorations and personalized holiday items.  This event will definitely put you in the Holiday spirit.

In Dallas 

Tom Thumb Texas Stampede
The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede comes with all the spills, thrills and chills of the National Finals Rodeo competition, only the best-of-the-best have what it takes to qualify for Texas Stampede. Also featuring local favorite Pat Greena and Lady Antebellum. 

Slasher
Slasher by Allison Moore (Southwest Premiere). When she’s cast as the “last girl” in a low-budget slasher flick, Sheena thinks it’s the big break she’s been waiting for. But news of the movie unleashes her malingering mother’s thwarted feminist rage, and Mom is prepared to do anything to stop filming…even if it kills her. No performance on Thanksgiving Day. 

Hayden & Prokofiev
Internationally acclaimed cellist Truls Mørk joins the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to perform Haydn’s intricate and classically elegant Cello Concerto in C major. In the program finale, the Dallas Symphony Chorus unites with a massive orchestra to perform Prokofiev’s riveting Alexander Nevsky. Jaap van Zweden conducts. 8pm. 

Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows
Moto-mania cruises into Dallas when the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows kicks-off its 11-city nationwide series at the Dallas Convention Center. This hot spot for the two and three wheeled rides will showcase hundres of the latest sportbikes, dirt bikes, dual sports, cruisers, scooters, all-electric scooters, ATVs, including interactive family activities, high-flying motorcycle action, and even educational seminars. 

Hip Hop Broadway – The Musical
Starring Erykah Badu, Jennifer Holliday, Melba Moore, Harolyn Blackwell, Felicia P. Fields and Trent Armand Kendall. Attire: Black Tie Optional. For tickets call AT&T Performing Arts Center Box Office 214-880-0202 or The Academy of Arts and Letters Box Office 214-743-2400. 

Help The Homeless Walkathon & 5K
Help take steps to end homelessness at the 3rd Annual Help the Homeless WalkAThon & 5K. There will be a family fun walk, food, music and fun activities. 8-11 am. 

Discover Dallas Days – Deck the Halls
This exhibit features sparkling fir trees, each one uniquely decorated by 16 different Dalals County not-for-profit organizations to illustrate its special mission. Have your picture taken with Santa, enjoy performances by the Heritage Brass Band and learn about holiday customs from earlier items. Help decorate the holiday tree by creating ornaments, garland, and more as kids enjoy fun crafts and post cards to Santa and friends! 11-3pm. $5 per person for non-members / free for Old Red members. 

Civil War on the Home Front
Provides families with a hands-on experience of the most exciting and volatile time in American history. Union and Confederate troops will conduct drills and share war stories. Hear tales of home life during the war. 

Julio Iglesias
The Dallas Symphony presents international superstar Julio Iglesias in concert for one night only at the Meyerson Symphony Center as he returns for an encore performance. 8pm. 

Pet Fair 2009
Exciting day celebrating pets, wellness care, food and fun for all ages! This event will feature a wide variety of rescue groups. Come join in the fair activities including smooch the pooch, puppet shows, face paintings, Girl Band Lovie performing as Josie and the Pussycats, and much more! 11-3pm. 

In Frisco 

Christian Music Hall of Fame & Visionary Awards Show
The event is honoring Pastor John Osteen in a special recognition. For those who aren’t aware, Pastor Osteen is Joel Osteen’s father. Other great artists have been added and you can keep up with all of them and the special guests attending by going to the site and clicking the 2009 Awards link.Tickets will be available July 24. For more information visit the website www.hallmuseum.com. 

In McKinley 

Dog Agility Show
The Dallas Agility Working Group is at Myers Park & Event Center on November 13 to 15, 2009. The dog show has a variety of breeds testing their skill on an agility course. A course consists of a set of standard obstacles, laid out by an agility judge in a design of his own choosing on a roughly 100 x 100 foot (30 x 30 m) area, with numbers indicating the order in which the dog must complete the obstacles. It is a race for both time and accuracy. Spectators are welcomed with free admission. Please leave your own dogs at home. 

Third Monday Trade Days
It’s Trade Days weekend . . . a great shopping experience–asphalt parking lots and roads, clean restrooms, ATMs, mobility cart rental, 20+ food concessions, and the best bargains in North Texas including unique gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Mark your calendar for Third Monday Trade Days-this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 

Ladies Lunch and Movie
We are a women’s social group with a wide variety of interests and activities, and we are growing!  We have women from all walks of life, with kids, without kids, just starting or just finishing with kids, married and single. We have career women and stay home moms. We welcome everyone. We normally meet twice a month for lunch and twice a month for other activities. We would love to have you join us.

In Grapevine 

ICE! featuring How The Grinch Stole Christmas!
The thrilling, chilling, one-of-a-kind holiday attraction ICE! returns to Gaylord Texan Resort for the 2009 Christmas season… and this time, we’re bringing one of the country’s most-loved children’s tales – the Dr. Seuss classic, How The Grinch Stole Christmas! 

In Plano 

‘Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market
A North Texas holiday tradition…find unique and unforgettable items at over 120+ merchant booths at the fourteenth annual ‘Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market.  Child care provided by Adventure Kids at the Plano Centre or any other Adventure Kids location for a special ‘Neath the Wreath discounted rate.  All proceeds benefit the Junior League of Plano projects and programs. 

In Rockwall 

Paintball Fun
Attention paintballers! Travel with us to Forney as we battle each other on one of the courses that will be open to us. Now is your time to get out and have some fun. Price includes transportation, lunch, a four hour session, a barrel sock, FREE air refills, 100 paintballs, a semi-auto marker and a safety mask. 

In Flower Mound 

Dorothy’s Dash for MS
5K Run/Walk and Kid’s K Saturday, November 14 Flower Mound High School 8 a.m. Kid’s K 8:30 a.m. 5K.  Former Town of Flower Mound employee Dorothy Walkup lost her battle with Multiple Sclerosis on November 16, 2004. Dorothy will be missed but not forgotten as a friend, mentor, and shoulder to lean on to all who had the good fortune of knowing her. Her strength and courage were never more evident than during her seven-year fight against MS. The Town of Flower Mound is sponsoring “Dorothy’s Dash” to honor her memory, share her example with others who may suffer this terrible disease, and raise funds to combat Multiple Sclerosis.  For more information, including a registration form and course map, please visit www.flower-mound.com/dorothysdash or call 972.874.6282. 

New Moon in the Afternoon
Attention Twilight fans! Join us for a come-and-go celebration of the release of the New Moon movie. Enjoy coffee, snacks, conversation, and fun activities. Register for door prizes and, courtesy of Eternal Tomorrows, take your picture with the “Twilight” truck. Photos may be taken while sitting in the truck for a $5 donation benefitting PediPlace and CASA of Denton County. The event is open to adults and students, grades 6 and up. Registration is required by calling 972.874.6167. Remember to bring a camera!

In Dallas

Dallas Mavericks vs Toronto RaptorsCome out to American Airlines Center and enjoy a night of basketball as the Dallas Mavericks take on the Toronto Raptors on November 7^th at 7:30 pm. 

Dallas International Art, Antique & Jewelry Show
Making its Texas debut, DALLAS International Art, Antique & Jewelry Show will feature top-tier international exhibitors showcasing extraordinary collections of antiques, fine art and jewelry with something for everyone from the novice to the serious collector. 

22nd Annual Video Fest
22nd Annual Video Fest presented by the Video Association of Dallas is the oldest and largest video film festival in the nation. Expect something different! For the second year in a row, the VideoFest will be presented thru I-Tunes. 

Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
After an absence of five years, accomplished British pianist Stephen Hough returns to Dallas to reprise his award-winning performance of Rachmaninoff’s memorable Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Maestro van Zweden conducts this unforgettable program and draws on his expertise as a Bruckner aficionado to lead the Dallas Symphony Orchestra in the powerful Symphony No. 9. Thu-Sat @ 8pm; Sun @ 2:30pm. 

On Target For A Cure
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society invites you to their fourth annual for a day filled with food, fun and good old fashioned competition. 9 a.m. 

Port Twilight
In the mysterious town of Port Twilight a macabre story unfolds with serio-comic dimensions helped along with a little song, dance and video imagery. An ensemble cast contemplates the post 9/11 American landscape while portraying a multitude of revolving characters including a B Movie production company, a team of strange dancing scientists, a wild, homeless Rabbi and an out of control Golem. 

Reptile Fest
Amphibians will hop into the mix for the first time. This two-day event, sponsored by GEICO, explores the cool, cold-blooded world of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs and other reptiles and amphibians presented by North Texas wildlife experts. There will be hands-on activities and seminars. 

NCA North Texas Classic
These Championships always prove to be team favorites. Enhanced staging and more participant gifts are just part of the reason why these competitions are so popular! You and your team will get to experience the unique nature of an NCA Championship and compete against other teams from your region and beyond. Tickets will be available to purchase during the event at the Dallas Convention Center. 

In Grapevine 

Bunco Tournament
Come out and join us for the fun and excitement of playing Bunco for breast cancer.  There is a chance to win $1,000 worth of cash and prizes. 

In McKinney 

THESE THREE TENORS
These Three Tenors present a “Home For The Holidays” concert. You have never enjoyed a concert more and you (our patrons) insisted on their return. They will jump-start the holiday season by combining sacred and secular favorites with standard repertoire. Artists: Michael Crouse, Thomas Stallone and Rinaldo Toglia. 

Friendship Craft Show
There will be a variety of craft and at-home businesses represented in around 50 booths. There will also be door prizes and great shopping opportunities. 

Battle for Myers Landing
The North Texas History Center, in partnership with the Collin County Historical Commission presents the Battle for Myers Landing, A Civil War Reenactment Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7-8, at Myers Park and Event Center. This event will portray North Texas circa 1860-1865 by bringing together hundreds of living history re-enactors to demonstrate: life on the home front, battles, and life in camp. Visitors will be able to take in the sights, sounds of cannons, cavalry, infantry, authentic period military camps, vendors, concerts by a Confederate brass band, and much more – all up close and personal on 165 acres of rolling land and trees in McKinney, Texas. 

Holiday Bazaar
McKinney ISD Partners in Education is hosting a Huge Holiday Bazaar with over 100 vendors featuring arts & crafts, unique gifts, decor & collectibles for all seasons. Ron Clark Summer academy drawing for McKinney ISD educators. Benefitting MISD Volunteer Organizations, MISD student support services and Rachel’s Challenge. 

Trinity Presbyterian Bazaar
Enjoy the “14TH ANNUAL” holiday bazaar at Trinity Presbyterian.  All items handmade including gifts, decorations, and clothing.  Lunch will be available from 11:00 – 1:00 which will include homemade soups and desserts.  There will be a quilt raffle. 

In Frisco

REDBOOK Love Your Life Tour
On Saturday, November 7, REDBOOK is bringing it’s Love Your Life tour to Stonebriar Centre and the magazine’s Love Your Life Lounge will be brimming with fashion tips and beauty tricks, demonstrations and displays, and prizes and giveaways from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Stonebriar Centre is at Preston Road and SH 121 in Frisco. For directions to the shopping center, visit www.shopstonebriar.com or call 972.668.6255. 

Mixed Martial Arts
Come out to the Dr Pepper Arena for a night of live Mixed Marital Arts fights.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Call 866-337-1312 for more info or visit the website www.drpepperarena.com.  

In Plano 

2009 APF/AAPF Texas Cup
This is a powerlifting event in which competitors challenge themselves to lift maximal weight in the squat, bench press and deadlift.  It’s a chance to see incredible feats of strength from men and women, the young and the young a heart.  Come support our champions and your friends. 

In Rockwall 

Turkey Shoot
Come one, Come all to our annual Turkey Shoot. This event is a fun adult/child basketball shooting contest. A parent/guardian is paired up with their child and each will shoot fowl shots. There will be 3 rounds and each participant shoots 3 shots per round. Points are awarded for making a shot, hitting the rim/net/backboard, and even missing your shot! Age groups will consist of 4 & under, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 and 13 & older. Frozen turkeys will be awarded to the team with the most points in each age group. 

In Allen 

M.O.B. Hockey Night
The first hockey game at the Event Center! Men of Business hockey night the cost is just $25 per person.  We only have 40 seats reserved so make your reservation today at rsvp@allenchamber.com. Or, call the Chamber office at (972) 727-5585.

In Dallas: 

Halloween Family Fun
Join us at the Dallas Arboretum for trick or treating at the Storybook Playhouses on Saturday at 10-3pm. Also this weekend the Magic Man kid’s magician on Saturday 12-4pm and Sunday 1-4pm and face painting on Saturday 12-4pm and Sunday 1-4pm. 

Pumpkin Pandemonium
Dress up as heroes or beasts and trick-or-treat on Cat Green. This not-so-scary evening celebration for Halloween features magicians, games, shows, animal encounters, and more. 

Haunting and Healing
Halloween event. Are you experiencing paranormal activity in your home? Have you lost your faith and don’t know where to turn? Join us for a most unusual, enlightening, and unforgettable evening of haunting, healing, and deliverance where anything can happen and probably will. Seating is limited. Register now for this unique and exciting paranormal event. Tickets are $20 pre-registration now, or $30 at the door. Fri @ 7-10pm; Sat & Sun @ 6-9pm. 

Grossology Halloween hosted by Sci-Tech
Get into the icky and sticky spirit of Halloween with Sci-Tech Discovery Center’s Grossology Halloween Party. Kids of all ages are invited to spend the day among Costume Contest! Grossology: The (impolite) Science of the Human Body will be featured at the Sci-Tech Discovery Center. 

Royal Masquerade Ball
What better way to escape reality and break the Halloween mold than to dance the night away in an 11th century castle. No Masquerade Ball would be complete without acrobats, contortionists, stilt walking and more! Cirque Banquista, will be featured as part of the Royal entertainment. Of course, the most elaborate costume and masque will win a Medieval prize pack fit for a king or queen! Masques and costumes are required, and reservations are strongly recommended. 

4th Annual International Book Fair
Book Fair and Arts Festival – International, national and local authors will be reading and signing books. Cultural programs will again include artistic performances, poetry reading, music and children activities. The event is free and open to the public. 

Fright Fete
In case you’re an eager beaver and are already looking to nail down your Halloween plans, here’s an idea! F.I.G. is throwing a fright fete to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Instead of being judged for your costume, be judged on your ability to be fabulous. Black tie is a must and to win, it better be couture. 9pm to 1am. 

Halloween Costume Ball & Video Disco
Join 98.7 KLUV and Magnus Media Group for a SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Costume Ball & Video Disco. Happy hour drink prices night! Best music videos of the 60′ 70′ & 80’s. There will be a costume contest. Come out from 7-Midnight. 

In Grapevine: 

Halloween Scream Train
Hop aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for a trip back in time. On the regular runs of the train on both days, guests are encouraged to come in costume. And bring your sweet tooth – enjoy some trick-or-treating along the ride. 

Howl-O-Ween
Want a big treat for the kids? Join us for HOWL-O-WEEN. There will be Spooktacular Story Time, trick-or-treat stations, prizes for the kids, costume contests, Boo Bingo and Creepy Crafts at Cub Club^TM. It’s not just fun, it’s Beary Scary! 

Hallo-Wine Trail
Join eight wineries for some Halloween fun on Saturday October 31 from 11 to 5pm.  Costumes are encouraged.  You can pick up your wine trail tickets at Cross Timber winery at 10am. 

Sunbelt Builders Show
The Southwest’s largest and most successful building industry trade show.  Thousands of attendees, Dozens of education sessions, Sunbelt Show House, Opening Session with Roger Staubach. Whether you’re marketing products, building or remodeling, Sunbelt offers a positive business climate in which to learn and network in a friendly, relaxed environment. 

In McKinney: 

2009 Scare on the Square
We invite you to come out on Halloween Eve and enjoy the sights of thousands of ghosts and goblins young and old in Historic Downtown McKinney. This annual event has grown to hundreds of trick or treaters enjoying treats and interactive activities to celebrate a safe, secure family fun Halloween event. Historic Downtown McKinney is closed off for trick or treaters to cross the streets safely, going shop to shop for goodies. 

Legends of McKinney Ghost Walk
The second annual Legends of McKinney Ghost Walk will feature even more spooky spots. Learn about McKinney’s history and legends. Find where spirits linger and why. Ghost sightings not guaranteed. 

Halloween Silent Film
The North Texas Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society presents the 1923 Classic Silent Film The Hunchback of Notre Dame, starring Lon Chaney. The highlight of the movie is clearly Lon Chaney’s performance as Quasimodo, the hideously deformed resident of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris in the 15th century. Director Wallace Worsley creates a dark and ominous feeling around the Paris of that era and builds sympathy for the Hunchback. Original musical score composed and performed by Mr. Jim Pitts, Waco, TX. 

Trunk or Treat
Trick-or-treat from “trunk to trunk” playing games and getting loads of candy! Kids will also enjoy inflatables, a petting zoo, clowns and an illusionist! Don’t miss this event! 

In Plano: 

NYLOVamp – A Vampire’s Ball
Come out to the NYLO Plano at Legacy dressed as your favorite bloodsucker.  Admission is $20.00 but ladies in costume get in free.  There will be a live DJ from 9pm – 2am.  Arrive by 10pm for contest and the winner will be announced at Midnight. 

North Texas Kids Family Expo
Join us for a free day of Halloween fun.  Entertainment and education for the whole family!  Costume contests for all ages, adults included.  Door prizes, games, Radio Disney, Ronald McDonald, face painting, arts & crafts and 90 vendors with great ideas and information for your family! 

In Rockwall: 

Scare on the Square
Calling all super heroes, princesses, ghouls and goblins!!!!!! Come Trick or Treat with us; enjoy a fun, family friendly evening in Downtown Rockwall. Shop owners will be dressed in all their Halloween Garb passing out candy to the little ones. Hay rides, face painting and crafts also take place around the Historic Rockwall County Courthouse. So be sure to visit Downtown Rockwall on your way to your Halloween Parties – it’s a great way to kick off the festivities!

In Dallas

Discover Dallas Days: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Travel through Dallas County history as we journey back in time to learn about the planes, trains, automobiles, and other modes of transportation that have shaped the Dallas we know today. 

Urban Street District
The demand for hip handmade product is answered with this local shopping experience, so be sure to join us and support these local makers and creators of everything handcrafted. Whether you are looking for unique clothing, funky jewelry and accessories or that perfect art piece for your pad, this is the place to be, because this sure ain’t your Grandma’s craft bazaar. 

Gourmet for Good
Gourmet for Good is an annual evening of Dallas fine dining benefitting the National Osteoporosis Foundation fundraising event. The event gathers NOF supporters, bone health advocates and Dallas foodies at a cocktail reception with wine and hors d’oeuvres, a speaker and raffle, followed by chauffeured limo transportation for groups of 10 at Dallas finest restaurants ranging from Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa to Capital Grille. 

Mu Phi Epsilon & Dallas Public Library Saturday Concert Series
Join us at the Central Library auditorium at 3pm to hear John Solomons on the piano. 

German Day in Texas Pioneer Ball
German Waltzes and Polkas and dancing, three course dinner. Entertainment with Sebastian Charelle; German pop singer, The Dynamic Swing Machine and The Branson America Singers. 

Credo Chamber Music Presents a Free Concert
Serious string students from the Dallas area and metroplex will converge for the first annual Credo Day Dallas festival. This event provides area youth with the opportunity to attend master classes and group reading sessions with world renowned faculty members for absolutely no charge, and ending with a free public performance. 7 pm. 

In Grapevine 

Don’t mess with Texas music
Come out to the Palace Theatre to help raise funds for the Texas School Music Education.  The evening will feature a talent contest, Velocity Pop Tour, The Lone Star Attitude Band, great music and prizes.  Join the Party! 

SOS @ Zac’s Ridge
This event includes: Dinner, Music – provided by top local band Presley Miller and the Groove Band, and art exhibit “You Call This Love?”, A silent auction featuring donated artwork, Raffle giving away excellent prizes and bundles.  This will be a great time of laughter and fun. 

In Rockwall 

Family Campout
This is the carefree camping you’ve been waiting for. In cooperation with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, we are providing you the opportunity to experience camping first hand in your city! Bring out the whole family for a day of fun, outdoor activities including Fishing, Archery, Disc Golf, Kayaking and much more. Please bring a sack lunch but we will have dinner for you on Saturday. Saturday evening will conclude with an outdoor movie!! Please make sure you bring your tent and sleeping bags with you and enjoy a night under the stars with your family. 

In Plano 

Plano International Festival
Enjoy ethnic food, multicultural music and dance performances, cultural displays, children’s activities and much more! There’s something for everyone!

In Dallas: 

John Legend in Concert
Don’t miss your chance to see this ‘living Legend’ in concert for one incredible night! 7:30 pm. 

Giancarlo Angioni
Featuring his Songs of Love & Passion, he is largely new to American audiences, Angioni, a singer and classical guitarist, is one of Europe’s most popular performers. 7:30 pm. 

Community Yard Sale
The Dallas Farmers Market welcomes the metro community to take this opportunity to sell gently used items at the Market. Find competitive pricing on used household items during this event. 

Health and Fitness Fair 2009
Health information, screenings, vendors and much more for the whole family. Free. 11 to 3pm. 

Unveiled Wedding Event
Unveiled is the definitive source for all things weddings. Produced by The Wedding Guys, Unveiled is a bridal experience unlike any other bridal show. You have to see it to believe it! 

Screams: Halloween Theme Park
Offering the very best in Halloween thrills and chills, with 50 acres of frights. Open only on Fridays & Saturdays. 

In McKinney:  

Gala at the Gate
Dust off your Stetsons and join us at ManeGait’s 2nd annual Gala at the Gate fundraiser. Spend an evening on our beautiful rolling 14-acre site dancing, enjoying great food, catching up with friends, bidding on fabulous auction items and giving us your support so we can continue to provide much needed therapeutic horsemanship to our community. 

SRLA Fall Yard Sale
SRLA Fall Yard Sale benefiting the SRLA Education Fund that provides college scholarships to in-need McKinney students. Over 125 vendors participating. 

Dog Agility Show (DFWESSA)
The Dallas Fort Worth English Springer Spaniel Association (DFWESSA) is at Myers Park and Event Center October 3 and 4, 2009, and is hosting a breed-specific agility trial. The show tests the dogs’skill on an agility course. A course consists of a set of standard obstacles, laid out by an agility judge in a design of his own choosing on a roughly 100 x 100 foot (30 x 30 m) area, with numbers indicating the order in which the dog must complete the obstacles. It is a race for both time and accuracy. Spectators are welcomed with free admission. Please leave your own dogs at home. 

Collin County Coin Show
Buy, Sell or Trade US and World Coins and Paper money. Supplies, Historic paper and collectables. Hourly Door Prize. 

In Frisco: 

Rugby Union Football Club
On October 3rd at Frisco ISD’s Memorial Stadium, The North Texas Griffins Rugby Football Club will be hosting the first ever rugby event in The City of Frisco, TX. 12:30 p.m. Gates open for pre-game activities. The Main Event begins at 2:00 p.m. 

In Grapevine: 

Just Between Friends
We have found a way for you to clean out your children’s closets, find designer clothes at bargain basement prices, and have some fun at the same time. Come by the Grapevine Convention Center Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 

Grapevine Art Walk
The first annual show for Grapevine Art Project members with over $1,000 in prizes awarded to winning artists. Cash drawing of $100 for attendees who participate in the People’s Choice art competition. Raffle for gift certificates and framed limited edition art piece for attendees who buy tickets to support the Grapevine Art Project. This event is free to the public. 

In Rockwall: 

Fishing Derby
Bring the kids out for a fun-filled morning of fishing and friendly fishing competition. Prizes will be given for the Biggest, Smallest, and First Fish caught in both age groups. Fishing will kick off promptly at 8:00am. 

In Plano: 

Harvest Festival and Craft Fair
Please join us for this fun and exciting event featuring, entertainment by the E-Flat Porch Band, refreshments provided by Starbucks Coffee Company, blacksmithing, soap making demonstrations by Ancient Elements Soap Company, pottery making, storytelling, turn-of-the-century children’s games and crafts, mule pulled wagon rides, Arts and crafts vendors, Chuckwagon, and Cooking Demonstrations.

In Dallas: 

The Global Artistry of Leo and Diane Dillon: A Retrpspective
This exhibit focuses on a selection from the Dillon’s collection that captures the global nature of their work. The beautiful illustrations depict a variety of cultural tales from African and Native American folktales to Asian and Scandinavian epics. 

A Sordid Comedy Affair
Starring: Caroline Rhea, Leslie Jordan and Del Shores. A Sordid Comedy Affair will make you laugh till it hurts, with “Noleta”, “Brother Boy”, “Ty” and the warped mind who created the sordid bunch on the same Majestic Dallas stage. 8 pm.

Wild West Cowboy Roundup
Western Heritage Festival in Historic Downtown Garland. Authentic chuck wagons, stagecoach rides, gunslingers, kids corral, street vendors. 10-7pm western swing street dance. 8 to 11 pm. 

TX Tough Bike Bash
This event will give the entire community a chance to have fun while raising money for Children’s. Participants will ride on a 6.2-mile, traffic-free bike route, starting in Victory Park and riding through downtown Dallas. Friends and family of all skill levels can cruise the untimed course for as many laps as they would like and enjoy food, fun and fitness activities at the finish in Victory Park.

In Frisco: 

Jaguar Owners Association Car Show
Jaguar admirers, enthusiasts, collectors, restorers and sellers from around the state of Texas, Arkansas and Louisiana will flock to Frisco for the 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance at Frisco Square. For more info call 972.985.0763.

In Grapevine: 

Grapefest
Make your way to historic Grapevine and uncork the fun for the largest wine festival in the Southwest. Wine lovers and connoisseurs from across the nation will sample award-winning Texas wines at the 23rd Annual GrapeFest on September 17, 18, 19 and 20. GrapeFest is the place to enjoy premium wines, great music, delectable foods and plenty of fun. It’s the perfect spot to eat, shop and be entertained! 

Grapevine Opry Matinees
One of the premier live country music shows in the nation, the Grapevine Opry has established a tradition of excellence seldom equaled for this type show in the country music industry. With one of the most acclaimed house bands in the Southwest, the high energy, spontaneous format of every show perfectly compliments the truly great music for which the venue is known. 

Tennis Classic
Be a spectator or a competitor in this fun and entertaining event held at Hilton DFW Lakes. Over 400 players are expected to compete in 24 divisions utilizing 34 courts throughout Grapevine and the surrounding communities. The 18th Annual Grapefest Tennis Classic is a USTA sanctioned event for this year! A current USTA membership will be required to enter.