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Here are some things from my website list:
1-May 28: Scarborough Faire (Waxahachie) You know you wanna go to Scarborough Renaissance Festival, if not to participate in all the wacky 16th century English fun, then to point at all those people who are doing just that. Runs through 5/28 10a-7p Saturdays/Sundays and Memorial Day. 30 minutes south of DFW off 35E at exit 399A, near Waxahachie $20 adults, $6.50 for ages 5-12 free parking – season passes available.
www.scarboroughrenfest.com
25-29: Fair in the Square (Frisco) Frisco Square is excited to host Fair in the Square, a family-oriented carnival, beginning Wednesday, A. 25th through Sunday, A. 29th, 2007. Talley Amusements—who operates the rides, food and midway at both the State Fair of Texas and the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, among others—promises a fun, safe, clean, wholesome atmosphere filled with rides, food, games and attractions. A portion of the proceeds from Fair in the Square will be donated to the Frisco Education Foundation.
Patrons will experience a quality fair environment similar to that of the State Fair of Texas, including many well-known rides such as a Carousel, Gondola Farris Wheel, Oriental Express Roller Coaster, 3-Lane Slide, Tilt-a-Whirl, Bumper Cars, Kamikazi, Starship 2000, and smaller-kid rides such as Bear Affair and the Tea Cups. Fair in the Square will also feature a Midway full of games as well as homemade food such as funnel cakes, corn dogs, sausage sandwiches, hamburgers, cotton candy, popcorn, caramel and candy apples.
There is no admission to Fair in the Square, but ride tickets will be $1.00 each (or 24 for $20), with most rides averaging two tickets. Midway games and food must be purchased with cash only. Parking is free.
The complete nightly schedule can be seen listed below:
Wednesday, A. 25th 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Thursday, A. 26th 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Friday, A. 27th 5:00 pm to 12:00 Midnight
Saturday, A. 28th 11:00 am to 12:00 Midnight
Sunday, A. 29th 12:00 Noon to 11:00 pm
http://www.friscosquare.com/fair/index.php
26-27: Rock Hall of Fame 2 (Arlington) great show at the UTA Planetarium featuring music listed below. Show is at 8pm. Ticket $5 adults, $4 children, parking free on the weekend – location: UTA Planetarium – for directions and parking garage information see web site.
Paul Mc Cartney & Wings -– “Venus & Mars”
Rolling Stones -- "Start Me Up"
AC/DC -- "Back in Black"
Pink Floyd -- "One of These Days"
Metallica -- "Enter Sandman"
Monty Python -- "The Galaxy Song"
Beatles -- "Back in the USSR"
Pink Floyd -- "Run Like Hell"
Van Halen --"Eruptions" and "You Really Got Me"
The Doors -- "Break On Through"
The Who -- "Who Are You?"
Paul Mc Cartney & Wings -– “Venus & Mars--Reprise”
http://www.uta.edu/planetarium/Pages/Events/index.htm
27: Sounds of Spring Free Concert (North Richland Hills) The Sounds of Spring concert series presented by the City of North Richland Hills. Concerts are on the NRH20 Grounds admission is free. Walt Wilkins with Richard O’Toole. Gates open at 6pm, parking is free.
27-29: Country Peddler Show (Plano) Since 1977, The Peddler Show has offered a one-of-a-kind shopping experience! Currently operating over 26 Peddler Shows annually, the Show's Jury Board is devoted to maintaining a fresh and unique marketplace – offering repeat shoppers something new with each visit. Shoppers will find an array of unique home décor, hand crafted jewelry, fashionable clothing, seasonal floral arrangements, gourmet treats and creative gifts for everyone on their lists. This year, The Peddler Show celebrates 30 years as Texas' favorite shopping experience! Stroll the aisles full of quality arts, crafts, and unique gifts, featuring new artisans in 2007! Entice your senses with new home fragrances and bath and body delights, or rejuvinate your creativity with fresh designs in home decor, handcrafted jewelry, Christian art, and chic clothing. Door prizes will be given away each hour, and, as part of the celebration, all shoppers turning 30 in 2007 will get in FREE!* Come see why after 30 years, The Peddler Show is still Texas' favorite shopping experience! Plano Centre, $6 adults, kids under 12 free, Hours, Friday: 3pm - 8pm, Saturday: 9am - 6pm, Sunday: 11am - 4pm
http://www.peddlershow.com/plano/?general_info=1&
28: MLB Pitch, Hit & Run (Keller) 9a-12p at the Keller Sports Park. Free competition for the boys and girls, ages 7-14. come showcase your pitching, hitting and running abilities. Winners can advance through four levels of competition all the way to the National Finals at the MLB All-Star Game! Bats and balls provided. Registration is on-site. You MUST bring a copy of the birth certificates to compete. No metal spike shoes are allowed.
28: New Arrivals Baby Fair & babydallas Cover Search (Frisco) On Saturday, A. 28 babydallas Magazine and Presbyterian Hospital of Plano and Allen will host the annual New Arrivals Baby Fair from 10am to 4pm throughout the lower level. The event will feature a variety of vendors providing information on merchandise and services that relate to babies and pregnancy. Expectant and new parents can take advantage of expert advice from top medical professionals on-site, product samples, literature, giveaways, gift bags and enter-to-win contests for great prizes! As in years past, this year's event will include the babydallas Cover Search on the lower level near JCPenney, where the magazine will look for the next baby to appear on the babydallas cover! Stonebriar Center, 2601 Preston Road
http://www.shopstonebriar.com/html/EventDetail.asp?ecd=10...
28-29: Cosmic CSI (Arlington) COSMIC CSI explores the ultimate question: Are we alone in the universe? Investigate planets around nearby stars, extreme life on planet Earth and future missions to answer that great galactic question.....got life? COSMIC CSI is narrated by Glenn Morshower—Hollywood actor and native Texan. He has played parts in shows like “24,” “CSI” and “Star Trek.” So he knows a little about space and being a detective. Shows at 1pm on both days. Ticket $5 adults, $4 children, parking free on the weekend – location: UTA Planetarium – for directions and parking garage information see web site.
http://www.uta.edu/planetarium/Pages/Events/index.htm
28-29: Honey I Shrunk the Solar System (Arlington) This fun family show looks at the planets up close! See stunning Saturn. Marvelous Mars. Unique Uranus. And puzzling Pluto! This award winning show won an international award for scriptwriting. Don't miss it! Shows at 2:15pm on both days. Ticket $5 adults, $4 children, parking free on the weekend – location: UTA Planetarium – for directions and parking garage information see web site.
http://www.uta.edu/planetarium/Pages/Events/index.htm
28: Texas Tales Festival (Dallas) Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park and the Dallas Storytelling Guild present the first annual Texas Tales Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dallas Heritage Village.
Dallas Heritage Village’s 13 historic acres surround 8 picturesque storytelling stages, each with a different theme. Professional Dallas storytellers join feature tellers Elizabeth Ellis and Tim Tingle amongst the trees and porches for a one of a kind family experience.
Purchase tickets online by A. 27 and save $1 off the regular price. Tickets may be purchased at the gate on A. 28. Adults are $10, seniors 65+ are $8, children 4 to 12 are $5, Dallas Heritage Village members are $5 and children 3 and under are free. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. When purchasing tickets online, you may only pay by credit card.
There is ample FREE parking at Dallas Heritage Village.
There will not be concessions sold during the festival. We invite you and your family to bring a picnic or you can purchase pre-packaged lunches at the Museum Store for $7. You will also find a wide selection of drinks and snack items at the Store. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the picnic tables in "Nancy's Garden" or underneath the Village's trees.
http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org/Event_Detail2.aspx?E...
28: Jimmy Buffett (Frisco) Attention Parrot-heads… Buffett’s coming on a Saturday to Pizza Hut Park in Frisco.
28-29: Arbor Daze (Euless) 28: 9a-8p; 29: 2p-6p, City Hall Campus, 201 N. Ector Drive. Coined as the Ultimate Family Festival
http://www.arbordaze.org/
28-29: Buchanan Market (Dallas) This monthly market originated in January 1995 and has grown to be one of the finest and most respected antique and collectible markets in the United States. Featuring more than 85,000 square feet filled with antiques and collectibles dealers from across the United States and Europe, this market is visited by thousands of eager-to-buy customers and collectors each month. Many of our customers travel to Dallas from around the country just to visit our show! Dallas Fair Park Centennial Building (Gate 3/Washington Ave), Dallas, TX 75210, (Off I-30 E and Second Ave.) Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Admission is $3 for adults and is good for both days and children under 12 are free. Free parking and shuttle service.
http://www.buchananmarkets.com/dallas.php
