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| August 10, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a “English Cuisine” Cooking Class on Sunday, August 10, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Milestone Culinary Arts Center, 4531 McKinney Avenue, Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to enjoy fabulous English Cuisine in honor of ROBERTO DEVEREUX. The world is discovering the genuine joys of great English food, perfectly prepared! Rule Britannia!
Tickets: $50/person for the class, $25/person for tasting only. For information and reservations: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org |
| August 14, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a very English "Afternoon Tea" on Thursday, August 14, 2008 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at La Duni, 4620 McKinney Ave, Dallas.
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"Afternoon Tea" is a soothing, civilized ritual designed to cultivate family and friends and refresh both body and soul. Raise a cup with us and celebrate the Dallas Opera production of ROBERTO DEVEREUX! Tickets: $20. For information: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org
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| August 9, 2008, August 11, 2008, August 16, 2008, |
Plano Civic Chorus to Hold Auditions for 2008-2009 Season |
Love to sing? Come audition for the Plano Civic Chorus 2008-2009 season! Saturday, August 9, 2008, beginning at 10 a.m.; Monday, August 11, 2008, beginning at 6 p.m.; and Saturday, August 16, 2008, beginning at 10 a.m. Auditions will be in the choir room of St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 5801 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093 (between Preston Road and the Toll way). All voice parts are welcome; choral experience is preferred. Plano residency is not required. Participation in the Plano Civic Chorus (PCC) requires annual dues of $100 per year and the purchase of concert attire.
For more information, or to schedule an audition, email us at auditions@planocivicchorus.org or call the chorus hotline at 972-606-5220. |
| July 13, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a “Austrian Cuisine” Cooking Class in celebration of DIE FLEDERMAUS on Sunday, July 13, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Milestone Culinary Arts Center, 4531 McKinney Avenue, Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to enjoy fabulous Austrian treats. Are you a "Sacher" for tortes and other taste treats from the melting pot of Central Europe? Whether simple or sophisticated -- superb! Tickets: $50/person for the class, $25/person for tasting only. For information and reservations: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org |
| July 17, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a Ballroom Dancing Class and Exhibition in celebration of "DIE FLEDERMAUS" on Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Sammons Center, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to enjoy an exhibition from American Rhythm Champions David and Tami Conner, and then learn to Waltz! Come ready to dance! Tickets: $15 per person. For information: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org
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| July 18, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a "Champagne Tasting" at Happy Hour on Friday, July 18, 2008 at Dali Wine Bar & Cellar, One Arts Plaza, 1722 Routh St. #102, Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to enjoy a "Champagne Tasting!" Need we say more? Just in time to celebrate with DIE FLEDERMAUS. Tickets: $15 per person. For information: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org
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| July 20, 2008 |
Poodle Rescue of North Texas celebrates BASTILLE DAY with an "Afternoon in Paris" on Sunday, July 20, 2008 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Dallas Ballet Center, 8530 Abrams Road, Dallas. |
Enjoy an "Afternoon in Paris"...delicious desserts, a Cake Walk, Costume Contest (dogs only), raffle, Look Alike Contest (you and your dog), auctions, and an Awards Presentation. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children under 12 (includes refreshments). For information: WWW.POODLERESCUENT.ORG |
| July 29 through October 21, 2008 |
The Dallas County Master Gardener Association invites you to become a Dallas County Master Gardener by attending classes from Tuesday, July 29, 2008 to Tuesday, October 21, 2008 on Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (except September 2) at the Dallas County Texas AgriLife Extension office, 10056 Marsh Lane, Suite B-101, Dallas. |
If you enjoy the world of plants and want to learn the many facets of urban horticulture in North Texas, then you should consider becoming a Dallas County Master Gardener. The 2008 School is an educational training program supporting the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. The program investment is $175.00 and includes manual and materials. Application deadline is Saturday, May 17. Applications are available online at www.dallasmastergardeners.org For information: 214-904-3053 or www.dallasmastergardeners.org |
| July 7 to 11, 14 to 18, 21 to 25, and 28 to August 1, 2008 |
The International Museum of Cultures presents the Travis Day Camp, an anthropology camp, beginning Monday, July 7 through Friday, July 11, 2008; Monday, July 14 through Friday, July 18, 2008; Monday, July 21 through Friday, July 25, 2008; and Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1, 2008 at 7500 W. Camp Wisdom, Dallas. |
The Travis Day Camp is the only anthropology camp in the state and beyond. We promote greater global understanding and peace. We utilize literacy based storylines to develop our program. The TEKS requirements in social studies and language arts are exceeded in our presentations. Camp enrollment is limited to 25 participants per week; ages six years through sixth grade may register. Cost: $50 per week. For information: 972-708-7573 or www.internationalmuseumofcultures.org |
| June 21 to August 17, 2008 |
The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture presents the exhibit "The Civil War Through The Eyes of North Texans" from Saturday, June 21, 2008 through Sunday, August 17, 2008 on Mondays through Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at 100 South Houston Street, Dallas. |
History comes alive to bring the Civil War era to downtown Dallas! See, touch, and smell the history of the 19th century. Learn about a day in the life of a Civil War soldier, life in North Texas during the Civil War, the reality of war, and disease and dismemberment. Tickets: $8 general admission, $6 seniors, $5 children 16 and under. For information: www.oldred.org or 214-745-1100 |
| June 9 to August 1, 2008 |
The Heard Museum Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary offers an amazing season of summer camps for ages 5 to 12 from Monday, June 9, 2008 through Friday, August 1, 2008 at the Heard Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney. |
Kids ages 5 to 12 will enjoy the summer months as they get an in-depth education indoors and outdoors on our 289 acre sanctuary. Camp Salamander, Camp Copperhead, Eco-Explorers and extended day activities for children are available. Insect studies, eco-friendly living education, nocturnal animal and reptile studies, poisonous plants and animal studies, and ornithology and aquatic studies are just a few of the numerous education activities available. For information and registration: 972-562-5566 ext. 237 or www.heardmuseum.org |
| May 7 through August 31, 2008 |
SHARE! is in need of Volunteer Host Families for international exchange students for the 2008/2009 school year |
The SHARE! High School Exchange Program is seeking volunteers for the upcoming school year. Persons need not have children in their home to qualify and will provide a bed, meals, and caring home environment. Students are between the ages of 15 and 18, have their own medical insurance, spending moneny, and are from me than 30 countries. If you have ever thought about hosting an exchange student, now is the time! For information: 1-800-941-3738. |
| September 14, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a “French Cuisine” Class on Sunday, September 14, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Milestone Culinary Arts Center, 4531 McKinney Avenue, Dallas. |
Celebrate the Dallas Opera's production of LA BOHEME with a class on “French Cuisine.” For many, French food is the epitome of fine dining. Learn the secrets and taste the awe-inspiring results! Tickets: $50/person for the class, $25/person for tasting only. For information and reservations: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org
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| September 17, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring a tour of "French Wines and Texas Cheeses" from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at Mozzarella Cheese Company, 2944 Elm Street, Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to enjoy the best of two very different (yet complimentary) worlds! Yee-haute! Need we say more? Just in time to celebrate with LA BOHÈME. Tickets: $15 per person. For information: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org |
| September 18, 2008 |
The Dallas Opera will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with the multi-faceted series FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS featuring an "Italian Lesson" in preparation for Puccini's LA BOHÈME on Thursday, September 18, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at One Arts Plaza, 1722 Routh Street, Dallas.
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The Dallas Opera invites you to come learn the basics of the Italian language, street-life and culture with “The Italian Club of Dallas.” The event is free of charge. For information: 214-443-1000 or www.dallasopera.org |
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