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Deep Ellum Arts Festival 2013

31 Mar

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What started out as a one-block street party in 1995 has now grown into one of the largest visual and performing arts Festivals in the southwest region. Despite its huge growth since the nineties the now 3-day art festival continues to offer FREE admission and a range of the finest works by local artists. The 19th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival is on April 5-7. Get a real feel for the Deep Ellum Entertainment district during this weekend street party that features the highlights of what Dallas recognizes as anything considered “Deep Ellum”.

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  • – FREE Admission
  • – 6-city block street party
  • – Over 200 decorative and visual arts

    • – 100s original bands and performance artists
    – 5 stages of live music
    – Pet Parade
    – Food from over 30 local Dallas restaurants

    Peep out original works from every category of ART. Click here for the Artist Directory.

    Between the Texas Ford Stage on Good Latimer and the Artist Underground the music won’t stop at the Deep Ellum Arts Festival. Soulful songwriters, Blues bands, DFW MC’s, indie bands and rock artists will all pump energy throughout the festival with performances all weekend long. Click here to see the 2013 Music Schedule.

    dscf0105Food is BIG in Texas festival success and Deep Ellum has some tasty treats. You can’t leave this street party without a taste of at least one eatery. Click here for a complete list of the Deep Ellum Texas Restaurants that will be offering concessions at this year’s festival.

    Interested in applying to volunteer, get your pet in the parade, be a sponsor, be a food vendor or even display your works as an artist, then CLICK HERE for online applications!

    ~2013 DEEP ELLUM FESTIVAL HOURS~

    April 5 – Friday
    5:00pm – 11:00pm

    April 6 – Saturday
    11:00am – 11:00pm

    April 7 – Sunday
    11:00am – 8:00pm

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    9th Annual Dallas Blues Festival – March 30

    29 Mar

    This Saturday, all the best blues comes to Dallas. Dallas is no stranger to the blues so this festival will be home for the artists and fans alike. This dynamic lineup includes Bobby Womack, Bobby Rush, Mel Waiters, Floyd Taylor, Shirley Brown and Theodis Ealy. The blues is alright and so is this festival! Floyd Taylor’s review of his late father’s music (Johnnie Taylor) is the best on the market. Johnnie’s tunes span decades of music that put listeners in a ‘soul heaven’. The Dallas singer marked the industry with hit after hit, his son does a phenomenal job covering his music and others! Bobby Womack is a legend among legends! His name is synonymous with blues and soul music. The ‘Bravest Man in the World’ is still going strong after intimating his recent, surprising health struggles but is still going strong and promises to deliver the award winning shows he’s known for!

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    Shirley Brown


    The “Woman to Woman” legend Shirley Brown is bringing her soulful style to the Dallas Blues Festival.

    Her legendary style and still smooth voice make her the perfect addition as the sole female headliner for the festival. Malaco Blues/R&B legend Mel Waiters is sure to have his whiskey, don’t forget to have yours! Don’t worry, Bobby Rush won’t be ‘studdin’ ya but is sure to have a song for all the “Hen Pecked” fellas, ‘Chicken Heads’ and “Young Tenderoni” in the house Saturday night! Of all the acts, Theodis Ealy is sure to get you on your feet…well, at least ‘stand up’ when he breaks out in his hit! Blues lovers and music lovers alike are sure to enjoy this festival. These artists bring amazing energy and years and years of road experience to this show as it convenes on the Dallas Convention Center this week.

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    The festival will be in Arena, A 200S at the Dallas Convention Center. The festival begins at 7 pm. The address for the Dallas Convention Center is 650 S. Griffin St, Dallas, TX, 75202.

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    Gospel Music writer for the Examiner, Win Willis, is a musician and sound engineer from Fort Worth, Texas. Win Willis is a lover of all styles of music and loves to share and discuss music with other avid music lovers.

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    Dallas’ BIG Celebration – March 27 – AT&T Plaza

    25 Mar

    B-I-G….. P-O-P-P-A…..Come out to the P-L …..A-Z-A! It’s the city’s time to shine. Then again, when is it NOT the Big D’s time to shine?! Since we supersize everything else down here, Wednesday’s outdoor spring party at the AT&T Plaza will be no smaller. Celebrate BIG D, BIG D STYLE!

    BIGdtruckerhatWhy do YOU love the city of Dallas?? Helps us count the ways 3/27 beginning at 4pm as we get the party started with DJ Michael Jerome. If Live DJ’s aren’t energizing enough for you, catch the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders and Mayor Mike Rawlings in person too! Four hours isn’t nearly enough time to celebrate the wonders of this town, but it will have to do for the last Hump Day of the month.

    Dallas’ BIG Celebration will run from 4:00pm – 8:00pm on March 27th right in Victory Park at the AT&T Plaza. Why wait until the weekend?

    Get over that hump and cruise into Easter Weekend with a Wednesday night festival filled with upbeat music, Vocal Trash performance, putting greens, bounce houses, free giveaways and more cool treats for the entire family! There will be food and drinks available as well! You also won’t want to miss out on “Dallas Swag” so make a night of it with your fellow North Texans and celebrate the 9th most populous city in the U.S. the only way you know how, with a “fun factor’ the size of BIG TEX.

    Click here for the Full Schedule of the night!

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    2013 St. Patrick’s Day Dallas Festival and Events

    14 Mar

    If the Who’s of Whoville bring out all their gifts at Christmastime what do the Green colored people of North Texas do on Greenville Ave when St. Patty’s Day Weekend arrives? They dash for 3.5 miles covered in four leaf clovers and then party their way through the rest of the day in hopes of good luck for the rest of spring. You MAY find some of these greedy green southerners with “the luck of the Irish” jammed in their back pocket or floating around their cups up on a Greenville restaurant rooftop at 8pm Saturday, but nonetheless they’ll be out and so will the sun. There’s a lovely forecast ahead to welcome all of St. Patrick’s pumped up patrons no matter how they plan on celebrating this “pot of gold” known as Dallas. We’ve got a few ideas of where they’ll be or where you will be between Saturday, March 16th and Sunday, March 17th.

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    Dash Down Greenville 5K (March 16)

    Get your St. Patty’s Day started at 8 o’clock AM in the Dash Down Greenville 5K. This race will benefit the North Texas Food Bank so get your green gear on and walk or run down Greenville Ave shortly before the MAJOR (and we do mean major) parade. You might even help raise more than $61,500 (which was the amount from last year). Live band, cash prizes, food and more. dashdown2013The course will start on Southwestern Blvd, over to Skillman, crossing Lovers Lane and turning down E University Blvd just to land you right back on Greenville Ave.

    Race Day Registration: $45
    Kids 12 and Under: $15

    5K Course Map
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    Dallas St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival (March 16)

    What would St. Patrick’s Day in Dallas be without the massive Greenville parade and festival that blocks off half of Uptown every year? And guess who’s headlining this year? None other than Snoop D-O Double-G himself. It won’t be a “Friday” affair for the rap star who will be getting a taste of how Green we really go in Texas. I’m not talking about the green that gives Snoop the munchies, but that of Irish pride and clovers. Get there early, get a spot up high or don’t get there at all. Following right after Dash Down Greenville the parade features tons of decked out floats and greenies on floats – young and old, Irish and non, drunken and…..well, less inebriated.

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    The Greatest Floats of all Greenville Times

    St. Patrick’s Day Greenville Avenue Block Party (March 16)

    Green wigs aren’t the only thing that’ll be frazzled this Saturday. Shift the party down the street and to the corner of Greenville Ave and Goodwin Lane. Live music all around and food abounds. Prepare for a few pinching in your green jeans and Boston Celtics tee.

    St. Paddy’s Day Party at Sundown at Granada (March 16)

    The Granada Theater transforms into “Emerald City”. Reggae on the roof. DJ in the parking lot. Need we say more?

    10AM – 2PM | $10

    Hacienda on Henderson St. Patrick’s Day Party (March 16 & 17)

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    In addition to their Vegan menu, Hacienda On Henderson will be offering jello in its most “energizing” form along with some other relaxing beverages at a discounted cost. You can celebrate St. Patty’s Day all weekend long with Irish Brunch & Irish Tacos.

    “Shots” and “Bombs” will be fired (or poured) for under $5 as Hacienda goes Guiness Green. Patty’s Day pints for just $3.

    LOTS MORE 2013 ST. PATRICK’S DAY EVENTS IN DFW

    Check out more St. Patrick’s Day parties and events throughout DFW here!

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    Savor Dallas 2013

    13 Mar

    Savor Dallas 2013 begins March 14th and lasts until March 17th. It seems no barrell will go dry this weekend in DFW as Savor Dallas expands to locations across the city including the Dallas Arboretum, Trinity Groves and even the new Perot Museum near downtown Dallas. The usual tastings, wine/cheese pairings, silent auction, seminars and panel events will take place on Saturday, March 16th but Southside Savorers will gather at different popular spots on Thursday, Friday and Sunday for the Savor Dallas Festival which will include everything from cool exhibits to deliciously crafted cuisine. Find favor in every savor this weekend. It’s one of the biggest winey weekends in the DFW.

    Click below for a Full Schedule of the 2013 Savor Dallas wine celebration!

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    SAVOR TRINITY GROVES
    -March 14-

    WINE STROLL AT THE PEROT
    -March 15-

    SAVOR THE ARBORETUM
    -March 17-

    SAVOR DALLAS 2013 TICKETS!!!

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    2013 SWAC Basketball Tournament – March 12-16

    11 Mar

    The SWAC Tournament returns to Dallas March 12-16th!!

    Follow the 2013 SWAC Tournament Bracket HERE!

    For 5 straight days, which also happen to fall on Spring Break in Dallas, seven basketball teams representing HBCU’s in the Southwestern Athletic Conference will battle on the court for the title as 2013 Toyota SWAC Tournament winner. In the meantime and in between time, there are all kinds of events, activities and concerts planned for entertainment!SWAC_Logo_2013_large_v2

    Monday, Mar 11
    SWAC Kickoff – 6:30pm
    Top Golf Dallas

    Tuesday, Mar 12
    SWAC Alumni Mixer– 7:30pm
    Button’s Addison

    Wednesday, Mar 13
    College Expo – 8am – 2pm
    Curtis Culwell Center

    SWAC Unplugged
    featuring Dwele, Raheem DeVaughn, RC & The Gritz – 10pm-2am
    TICKETS & INFO
    The Prophet Bar (2548 Elm St, Dallas)

    Dwele Live in Concert 3/13

    Dwele Live in Concert 3/13

    SWAC Goes Hip Hop – 8pm – 2am
    Performing Artists: Slim Thug, z Ro, DJ Mr. Rogers
    TICKETS & INFO
    Southside Music Hall

    Thursday, Mar 14
    College Expo – 8am – 2pm
    Curtis Culwell Center

    Happy Hour – 5pm-12am
    $5 before 8pm
    Beamers Night Club
    (2343 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas)

    Attraction Thursdays SWAC Weekend JumpOff- 10pm – 2am
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    Grambling-Alum

    Friday, Mar 15
    Happy Hour – 5pm-10pm
    Hosted by Grambling State University Alumni
    Luna DeNoches


    Spring Soiree – Urban Splendor 9:00pm – 2:00am
    30 years and older
    MORE INFO
    West End Event Center

    SWAC Madness – Draft Picks 2:00pm – 7:00pm

    Saturday, Mar 16
    The Official SWAC Post-Tournament Concert – 10am – 1pm
    Performing Artists: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly with Special Guest Salt & Peppa and K-Ci and JoJo
    TICKETS & INFO
    Verizon Theater
    1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie

    FULL SCHEDULE OF THE 2013 SWAC TOURNAMENT & EVENTS


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    To check game results click here.
    The Championship Game for the Women will be Saturday at 5pm and the Men’s will be at 7pm.

    Click Here for Tickets and Tournament Packages!

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    ~2013 SWAC Tournament~
    Curtis Culwell Center
    4999 Naaman Forest Boulevard
    Garland, TX 75040

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    North Texas Food Bank’s Empty Bowls 14th Annual Luncheon at the Meyerson

    24 Feb

    The table is set for North Texas Food Bank’s yearly fundraiser luncheon at the Meyerson! empty_bowlsEmpty Bowls 2013 will be held on Friday, March 1, 2013, at Dallas’ long-standing symphony center from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Enjoy a taste of savory soups, breads and desserts by several DFW restaurants all under one Arts District roof. Make it your lunch break and make it a point to support NTFB. You’ll even go home with your very own custom hand crafted bowl made by a local artisan. Not only will you help fill empty bowls for locals in need of food, but you’ll take home a beautifully designed bowl yourself.

      Tickets
      Advanced Tickets Online: $35
      “No Bowl” Tickets: $25
      VIP Tickets: $100

    The 14th Annual Empty Bowls luncheon, presented by Kroger, at the Morton Meyerson is just another one of the North Texas Food Bank’s grand opportunities for you to help your fellow North Texans find their next meal.soup breadbowl

    To vote for the 2013 People’s Choice Award at Empty Bowls click here! Vote for your favorite restaurant and/or food item at the luncheon. Each vote is $1 and you only get 5 votes. VIP guests get early entry at 10:30am.


    On the first Friday of March enjoy your lunch and feed a bunch!

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    Meyerson Symphony Center | 2301 Flora St. Dallas, TX 75201

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    Free 100 Red Envelope Giveaway Valentine’s Day at Victory Plaza

    12 Feb

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    Between the Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day give yourself a reason to celebrate with lots of FREE luxurious stuff! Be one of the first 100 to Victory Plaza Thursday, Feb 14th, and win one of the mystery gifts found inside a red envelope. The 100 Red Envelope Giveaway at Victory Plaza in Dallas will begin at noon outside Shooter’s Dallas in the streets of AT&T Victory Plaza. Author of Passion Power Play, Lasonda Campbell is doing her “Oprah version” of Cupid’s Holiday by partnering with numerous Dallas businesses to make this free giveaway a success. red-envelopeValentine’s Day 2013 in Dallas will be remembered by those who make the 100 Red Envelope Giveaway because gifts will include items like gift certificates, fragrances, dance lessons, dinner for two at North Dallas Restaurants, free spa treatments, books and more!

    The Red Envelope Extravaganza taking place on Valentine’s Day (February 14th) is free to the public and spreading love all throughout Victory Lane and around the clear windows of WFAA and even into the bathroom stalls of Shooters Dallas. Come get a piece of that fancy luvin’ during your lunch break this Thursday at Victory Plaza! Who needs a boo-thang or dart in the assterisk just to get into the spirit of Valentine’s?! Get your FREE-on by simply showing up. And while I’m not talking about the car coolant, you might need that too after being surrounded by so many sizzling prizes!

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    Shooter’s Restaurant is located at 2500 Victory Avenue Dallas, TX 75219. You can’t miss it if you’re already at the Plaza.

    P.S. – Come camera-ready!

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    Dallas Comic Con presents the Sci-Fi Expo – Feb 9-10

    8 Feb

    Dust off your superhero costumes, put down that comic book or Twilight novel and bring your Comic-Con-loving self over to the Irving Convention Center in Las Colinas for the 2013 Sci-Fi Expo! Presented by Dallas Comic Con, the Sci-Fi Expo is running Saturday, February 9th through Sunday, February 10th! Luckily you won’t need your super powers to get there. Simply ride over in your car or hop on the Orange Line (DART).

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    General Admission Tickets
    Saturday: $25.00
    Sunday: $20.00

    Kids Age 5-12: $10.00

    Official SCI-FI EXPO Website

    Irving Convention Center | 500 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving

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    2013 Hot Chocolate Run 5K/15K Dallas Fair Park

    3 Feb

    Don’t end up like Augustus. Get off your marshmallow, throw on some sneakers and head to Dallas Fair Park for a “world of pure imagination”. This Saturday, February 9th, the Dallas Hot Chocolate Run will unite lovers of chocolate from across the metroplex for a 15K and 5K run benefiting the Ronald McDonald House program. “America’s Sweetest Race” is sweeping the nation and that includes North Texas. While doing your Chocolate Run you may even spot an Oompa Loompa on the course.

    hotcocoaThe 5K is scheduled to start at 7:30am and the 15K will commence at 8:10am. All runners/upbeat walkers are required to stay at a 15 minute mile pace or faster (like 4 miles per hour) for the Hot Chocolate Race, so choose to walk briskly or stay on the sidelines with your cup of hot cocoa.

    The Hot Chocolate Expo will be located inside the Automobile Building and registered runners can pick up their race packets Thursday 2/7 (11a-8p) and Friday 2/8 (11a-8p). Not telling what’s inside the Chocolatey Expo, besides goodie bags and race packets but it’s sure to be a treat! and probably plenty more that our greedy Augustus would love to get his chubby hands on. This is the only location where race packets will be distributed. Parking here is $10.

    Included in your goodie bags are some fancy-looking hoodies that you’ll want to keep forever. If the “chocolate” part of this Dallas event wasn’t enough to get you signed on, the sweater is definitely an added benefit. Get registered here!

    Hot Chocolate Dallas Race Registration

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    Will Run for Chocolate


    Love chocolate? If you’re interested in being a Hot Chocolate volunteer click here.

    You don’t have to win a golden ticket to get into these gates. Simply register online for the 2013 Hot Chocolate Run in Dallas and be a part of the milky mad dashes around the Cotton Bowl with other chocolate lovers like yourself on a crisp February morning. Ronald McDonald House will thank you and so will your winter gut!

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