- Dale Oliver, 1992 world yo-yo champion, will give a yo-yo demonstration at Bookmarks at NorthPark Center. 2pm
- African-American Read-In: The Dallas County Community College District's 10th annual gathering will feature readings of black literature by writers, celebrities, storytellers and performers. Author and motivational speaker Lisa Nichols and actress Irma P. Hall are scheduled to appear. Also, Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform. Costumed character Lyndale the Literary Lion will be on hand to entertain kids at the celebration, which is geared toward ages 8 and older. Organizers recommend arriving early. 2-4pm
- Comedy magician Magic Mike will perform his interactive show. Showtime Saturdays are presented by Galleria Dallas and Slappy’s Puppet Playhouse, near the Play Place at Galleria Dallas (Level 3). 11:30am
Showing posts with label kids. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kids. Show all posts
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
It's All About the Kids (and it's all FREE)
There are various kid-friendly activities going on Saturday, January 31st. From the Dallas Morning News website...
Thursday, December 11, 2008
KwanzaaFest 2008
Kwanzaa is an often misunderstood holiday-celebration-week of atonement.
Here's your (and my) opportunity to learn more about it.
KwanzaaFest is on Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.and Sunday, December 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Automobile Building at Fair Park. Estimated attendees for both days exceeded 50,000 in 2007.
From http://www.dallasnews.com/ :
Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price will present the annual community festival on Saturday and Sunday at Fair Park. It will feature performances by R&B artists, gospel singers, dancers, jazz ensembles, drummers and more. The lineup will include Jazmine Sullivan, Plies, Baby Bash, Play N Skillz and Mary Mary. Other activities will include a health fair with screenings and information booths, a high school debate competition and a vendor fair. – NANCY MOORE / Staff Writer
This year's KwanzaaFest is noteworthy because a new event has been added to the festival. Inspired by the movie "The Great Debaters," debate teams from Carter and Roosevelt high schools will battle it out Sunday, December 14th at 2pm on the main stage.
http://www.johnwileyprice.com/kwanzaa-main.html
Here's your (and my) opportunity to learn more about it.
KwanzaaFest is on Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.and Sunday, December 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Automobile Building at Fair Park. Estimated attendees for both days exceeded 50,000 in 2007.
From http://www.dallasnews.com/ :
Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price will present the annual community festival on Saturday and Sunday at Fair Park. It will feature performances by R&B artists, gospel singers, dancers, jazz ensembles, drummers and more. The lineup will include Jazmine Sullivan, Plies, Baby Bash, Play N Skillz and Mary Mary. Other activities will include a health fair with screenings and information booths, a high school debate competition and a vendor fair. – NANCY MOORE / Staff Writer
This year's KwanzaaFest is noteworthy because a new event has been added to the festival. Inspired by the movie "The Great Debaters," debate teams from Carter and Roosevelt high schools will battle it out Sunday, December 14th at 2pm on the main stage.
http://www.johnwileyprice.com/kwanzaa-main.html
Salvation Army Angel Tree - It's Not Too Late
The Salvation Army is an AWESOME charitable organization that serves individuals and families 365 days/year. While we know (or should know) that Christmas isn't about gifts or money, your donation to the Salvation Army can help bring a little Christmas cheer to hundreds (thousands?) of people in North Texas.
You can drop your spare change in the red bucket, make a contribution online (or via USPS), but my personal favorite is the Angel Tree. Visit one of the many Angel Trees throughout the metroplex and adopt one or more "Angels" from the tree (I always go to Northpark Mall). These "Angels" represent individuals in need. Each card displays just two items that the person would like for Christmas: an item they need and an item they want. I know we're in a recession, but it's just two gifts and often the "Angels" ask so little of us.
My sister and I adopted 5 "Angels" this year. One "Angel" is a 66 year old woman who needs a coat and wants a knit hat. Another of our "Angels" is a 7 year old boy who needs a jacket and wants a hand held game. You see? No one's asking you to break the bank; but I am asking you to consider opening your heart and adopting an "Angel" today.
For complete details on the Angel tree, click below. Hurry! All "Angel" gifts are due back at the designated drop-off location (the same place where you adopted your Angel) by December 15, 2008. Don't delay!
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Something for the Kids
What: African-American Read-In
When: Saturday, February 2, 2-4pm
Where: Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75201
Cost: FREE
I have had a lifelong love affair with books and reading. I read for entertainment. I read to learn. I read for information. I read to relax and I read to escape, but mostly, I read for the sheer pleasure of it.
My parents read me bedtime stories as I was growing up and my mother took me to the library often; but the one thing that had the greatest impact on my love of reading was the book mobile that visited my elementary school. Each year the book mobile would come to my school with a treasure trove of age-appropriate books, bookmarks, pens, pencils, stickers, and notepads for sale. I wish you could have seen the excitement that it caused! We all raced to the cafeteria during our lunch breaks, money in hand, ready for the hunt to begin. My money was always limited so I had to be careful to choose wisely. I must select just the right book, the right bookmark, the right stickers, and the right pen.
The book mobile taught me that books are something to be valued, something to get excited about. Take your kids to the African-American Read-In and share that excitement with them.
From DallasNews.com:
"Read, Believe, Achieve!" is the theme of the Dallas County Community College District's 2008 African American Read-In, a celebration of children's literature by African-American authors. After a welcome from Lyndale the Literary Lion, families attending the free event can check out staged readings, performances, art and poetry. This year's special guest is author and artist Ashley Bryan, who just won a 2008 Coretta Scott King Book Award for his illustrations in Let It Shine. Mr. Bryan will read from his books and talk about the fun of reading. Also scheduled during the day is the unveiling of the 2008 Black Heritage postage stamp honoring writer Charles W. Chesnutt. Free T-shirts, canvas bags and books will be handed out to audience members.
For more info: http://www.readin.dcccd.edu/
When: Saturday, February 2, 2-4pm
Where: Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75201
Cost: FREE
I have had a lifelong love affair with books and reading. I read for entertainment. I read to learn. I read for information. I read to relax and I read to escape, but mostly, I read for the sheer pleasure of it.
My parents read me bedtime stories as I was growing up and my mother took me to the library often; but the one thing that had the greatest impact on my love of reading was the book mobile that visited my elementary school. Each year the book mobile would come to my school with a treasure trove of age-appropriate books, bookmarks, pens, pencils, stickers, and notepads for sale. I wish you could have seen the excitement that it caused! We all raced to the cafeteria during our lunch breaks, money in hand, ready for the hunt to begin. My money was always limited so I had to be careful to choose wisely. I must select just the right book, the right bookmark, the right stickers, and the right pen.
The book mobile taught me that books are something to be valued, something to get excited about. Take your kids to the African-American Read-In and share that excitement with them.
From DallasNews.com:
"Read, Believe, Achieve!" is the theme of the Dallas County Community College District's 2008 African American Read-In, a celebration of children's literature by African-American authors. After a welcome from Lyndale the Literary Lion, families attending the free event can check out staged readings, performances, art and poetry. This year's special guest is author and artist Ashley Bryan, who just won a 2008 Coretta Scott King Book Award for his illustrations in Let It Shine. Mr. Bryan will read from his books and talk about the fun of reading. Also scheduled during the day is the unveiling of the 2008 Black Heritage postage stamp honoring writer Charles W. Chesnutt. Free T-shirts, canvas bags and books will be handed out to audience members.
For more info: http://www.readin.dcccd.edu/
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Tulisoma 2007: South Dallas Book Fair and Arts Festival
African-American Museum
3536 Grand Avenue – Fair Park
Dallas, TX
August 24-26
From the website:
Tulisoma, Swahili for "we read", is a community-based literary festival promoting literacy and the arts in the South Dallas/Fair Park area. Founded in 2003, by former City Councilman Leo V. Chaney, Jr., and Dr. Harry Robinson, President and CEO of the African American Museum, the goal of Tulisoma is to create a dynamic event tailored to engage local families, avid readers, aspiring writers and visitors to the city.
For more information: http://www.tulisoma.com/index.htm
3536 Grand Avenue – Fair Park
Dallas, TX
August 24-26
From the website:
Tulisoma, Swahili for "we read", is a community-based literary festival promoting literacy and the arts in the South Dallas/Fair Park area. Founded in 2003, by former City Councilman Leo V. Chaney, Jr., and Dr. Harry Robinson, President and CEO of the African American Museum, the goal of Tulisoma is to create a dynamic event tailored to engage local families, avid readers, aspiring writers and visitors to the city.
For more information: http://www.tulisoma.com/index.htm
Friday, July 13, 2007
Cheap Date Alert #4: Taste of Dallas 2007
July 13-15, 2007
West End Historic District
Fri - 11am - midnight
Saturday - 11am - 1am
Sunday - Noon - 8pm
Admission: absolutely FREE !!!
From DallasNews.com:
With an anticipated attendance of more than 300,000 people, the 21st annual Taste of Dallas might live up to its billing as Texas' largest free festival. The three-day celebration showcases the area's culinary prowess with fare from about 40 area restaurants. There'll also be children's activities, as well as a live entertainment lineup that covers folk rock, blues, country and other genres. Friday night's highlights include a recipe contest featuring finalists in four categories (appetizer, entree, sides, dessert). One of the judges is Taylor Parks, who plays Little Inez in the movie Hairspray, opening July 20. Good to know: Food samples at the event, presented by West End Events LLC, generally cost about $2 to $4 each. – BINDU VARGHESE / Staff Writer
West End Historic District
Fri - 11am - midnight
Saturday - 11am - 1am
Sunday - Noon - 8pm
Admission: absolutely FREE !!!
From DallasNews.com:
With an anticipated attendance of more than 300,000 people, the 21st annual Taste of Dallas might live up to its billing as Texas' largest free festival. The three-day celebration showcases the area's culinary prowess with fare from about 40 area restaurants. There'll also be children's activities, as well as a live entertainment lineup that covers folk rock, blues, country and other genres. Friday night's highlights include a recipe contest featuring finalists in four categories (appetizer, entree, sides, dessert). One of the judges is Taylor Parks, who plays Little Inez in the movie Hairspray, opening July 20. Good to know: Food samples at the event, presented by West End Events LLC, generally cost about $2 to $4 each. – BINDU VARGHESE / Staff Writer
Monday, June 11, 2007
Celebrating Juneteenth (Freedom Day)
Juneteenth has a special place in my heart because its origins are rooted in Galveston, TX.
Though the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863, and though Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865 (ending the Civil War), word of the freeing of the slaves did not reach Galveston until June 19, 1865. June 19 (Juneteenth) has since become known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. What started out as a regional holiday (Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma) has become a national day of celebration and remembrance.
For general information about Juneteenth check out:
http://www.juneteenth.com/
Upcoming Events…
Juneteenth Celebration at Valley Ridge Park
June 16, 2007
4pm – 10pm
Valley Ridge Park
2850 Park Ridge Drive
Cedar Hill, TX
The cities of Lancaster, DeSoto, Cedar Hill and Duncanville have joined together for the 4th Annual Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration. There will be food, vendor booths, children’s activities, gospel and general entertainment for adults, and much more. FREE admission.
For more information call 972.230.9651. or visit
http://www.duncanville.com/juneteenth/
Real Men Cook for Charity
June 17, 2007
3pm
Gilley’s of Dallas
1135 South Lamar
Dallas, TX 75215
$20/adult; $10/child
From DallasBlack.com:
A fun-filled, all you can eat food tasting event! A celebration of men, fathers and families. Celebrities will include 2005 Host Darius McCrary “Eddie Winslow”-Family Matters; 2005 Host Darrin Henson-Soul Food; Rockman Dunbar-Soul Food, Prison Break & Girlfriends; Hill Harper–NY CSI. Real Men Cook is committed to the positive promotion and support of men in the community.There will be on-site kids activities to provide children with a hands-on opportunity to showcase mentoring and the dispensation of smiles for their fathers or the real men in their lives. Sponsors: Real Men Cook for Charity, Bounty and Southwest Airlines Contact Information
http://www.realmencook.com/
realmencookdallas@ yahoo.com Terry Allen, Dallas Event Manager, 214.376.6530 Info Line 214.231.5671
Celebration of African and African-American Art
June 19, 2007
6pm - 9pm
McKinney Avenue Contemporary
3120 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
214.953.1212
Suggested donation: $10 or $15
This event is not explicitly intended to commemorate Juneteenth but it does celebrate the freedom of artistic expression which we now enjoy.
From the DallasNews.com:
An opening reception June 19 at the McKinney Avenue Contemporary for "Art & Culture for Seeds: A Celebration of African and African American Art" celebrates the works of eight artists, including Radcliffe Bailey and Sherlock Artis. The reception also benefits nonprofit organization SEEDS (Sports for Education and Economic Development in Senegal) and includes live music and refreshments from the Cape restaurant. – BINDU VARGHESE / Staff Writer
Juneteenth Celebration - City of Plano
June 23, 2007
8am – 10 pm
Douglass Community Center
1111 H Avenue
Plano, TX
The City of Plano Douglass Community Center will host the 2007 Juneteenth Celebration. Join in the observance and enjoy a day of community service, family fun and games, live music, celebraty sporting event, a carnival atmosphere and food vendors. For more information contact the Center at 972-941-7174.
Though the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863, and though Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865 (ending the Civil War), word of the freeing of the slaves did not reach Galveston until June 19, 1865. June 19 (Juneteenth) has since become known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. What started out as a regional holiday (Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma) has become a national day of celebration and remembrance.
For general information about Juneteenth check out:
http://www.juneteenth.com/
Upcoming Events…
Juneteenth Celebration at Valley Ridge Park
June 16, 2007
4pm – 10pm
Valley Ridge Park
2850 Park Ridge Drive
Cedar Hill, TX
The cities of Lancaster, DeSoto, Cedar Hill and Duncanville have joined together for the 4th Annual Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration. There will be food, vendor booths, children’s activities, gospel and general entertainment for adults, and much more. FREE admission.
For more information call 972.230.9651. or visit
http://www.duncanville.com/juneteenth/
Real Men Cook for Charity
June 17, 2007
3pm
Gilley’s of Dallas
1135 South Lamar
Dallas, TX 75215
$20/adult; $10/child
From DallasBlack.com:
A fun-filled, all you can eat food tasting event! A celebration of men, fathers and families. Celebrities will include 2005 Host Darius McCrary “Eddie Winslow”-Family Matters; 2005 Host Darrin Henson-Soul Food; Rockman Dunbar-Soul Food, Prison Break & Girlfriends; Hill Harper–NY CSI. Real Men Cook is committed to the positive promotion and support of men in the community.There will be on-site kids activities to provide children with a hands-on opportunity to showcase mentoring and the dispensation of smiles for their fathers or the real men in their lives. Sponsors: Real Men Cook for Charity, Bounty and Southwest Airlines Contact Information
http://www.realmencook.com/
realmencookdallas@ yahoo.com Terry Allen, Dallas Event Manager, 214.376.6530 Info Line 214.231.5671
Celebration of African and African-American Art
June 19, 2007
6pm - 9pm
McKinney Avenue Contemporary
3120 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
214.953.1212
Suggested donation: $10 or $15
This event is not explicitly intended to commemorate Juneteenth but it does celebrate the freedom of artistic expression which we now enjoy.
From the DallasNews.com:
An opening reception June 19 at the McKinney Avenue Contemporary for "Art & Culture for Seeds: A Celebration of African and African American Art" celebrates the works of eight artists, including Radcliffe Bailey and Sherlock Artis. The reception also benefits nonprofit organization SEEDS (Sports for Education and Economic Development in Senegal) and includes live music and refreshments from the Cape restaurant. – BINDU VARGHESE / Staff Writer
Juneteenth Celebration - City of Plano
June 23, 2007
8am – 10 pm
Douglass Community Center
1111 H Avenue
Plano, TX
The City of Plano Douglass Community Center will host the 2007 Juneteenth Celebration. Join in the observance and enjoy a day of community service, family fun and games, live music, celebraty sporting event, a carnival atmosphere and food vendors. For more information contact the Center at 972-941-7174.
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