August 11, 2011
THURSDAYThe Arts
| 9:00 am- 8:00 pm | Genghis Khan: The Exhibition. The story of Genghis Khan the conqueror, the myth and the man is told through a stunning and highly interactive exhibition with… Irving Arts Center. (Arts - Artifact Exhibit). 972-252-7558 |
| 10:00 am- 4:00 pm | MoP SHoP. Come and see Mother of Pearl's most recent Spring/Summer 2011 collection at the MoP ShoP. Each season British fashion house, Mo… The Goss-Michael Foundation. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-696-0555 |
| 11:00 am- 5:00 pm | Sightings: Martin Creed. The Nasher Sculpture Center has invited Turner Prize-winning artist, Martin Creed, to create a site-specific installation in its… Nasher Sculpture Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-242-5100 |
| 11:00 am- 5:00 pm | Statuesque. Statuesque features 10 large sculptures by a dynamic group of six international artists displayed throughout the Nasher Sculptur… Nasher Sculpture Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-242-5100 |
| 2:00 pm | Guided Tours. Explore the museum with a docent who will take you to see highlights from the permanent collection. The tour begins at the Infor… Amon Carter Museum. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 817-738-1933 |
| 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm | Dance Lessons. Dance instructor Wendell Nelson will be offering dance lessons at Billy Bob's every Thursday. Learn all the latest dances, meet… Billy Bob's Texas. (Arts - Concerts). 817-624-7117 |
| 7:00 pm | 3rd Annual Summer Film Night Series. Featuring 'Le mystere Picasso.' Pre-paid reservations are required & seating is limited. Tour the latest gallery additions po… Samuel Lynne Galleries. (Performance - Movies). 214-965-9027 |
| Michael Godard. 'Rockstar of the Art World' exhibit at both Wisby-Smith Fine Art. Receptions with Godard at Wisby-Smith on August 19th (6-9pm),… Wisby-Smith Fine Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-397-0808 |
Sports
| 7:30 pm | Dallas Cowboys vs. Denver Broncos.  NFL Preseason Football. Cowboys Stadium. (Sports - Pro Football). 817-892-5000 |
For Children
| 10:00 am | Thursday Morning Storytime. Children can enjoy a new story and related activities each week. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 972-713-9857 |
| 10:00 am- 12:00 pm | Butterfly Tea Party. Enjoy Fancy Nancy educational activities, tea, snacks, and more as we celebrate the fun children's book, 'Bonjour Butterfly,' by… Texas Discovery Gardens. (Kids - Children's Activities). 214-428-7476 |
| 11:00 am- 12:00 pm | Starlight Children's Foundation Texas Story Hour. Story Hour for Dallas/Ft. Worth-area children. The storyteller for the day is Amy Vanderoef, WFAA's "Good Morning Texas" co-anc… Half Price Books. (Kids - Children's Activities). 214-379-8000 |
Community
| 6:00 pm | Echoes of the Lost Boys of Sudan. The amazing true stories of survival of four boys who escaped Sudan and currently live in Dallas. Angelo, on of the survivors, w… The Dallas Holocaust Museum. (Educational - History). 214-741-7500 |
| 7:30 pm- 8:30 pm | T'ai Chi Classes. T'ai Chi (Taijichuan) is a centuries-old Chinese practice that uses refined movements to exercise the mind and body and improve… Bath House Cultural Center. (Educational - Class). 972-788-1914 |
| Old Red Museum Building Tour. Join Old Red educators for an engaging tour of the Old Red Courthouse. Explore the third and fourth floors of the building and… Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture. (Educational - Walking Tour). 214-745-1100 | |
| Fort Worth Champions. Fort Worth athletes have run, fought, swam, ridden, driven and shot their way to victory, leaving their mark while at the top o… Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. (Educational - Self-Guided Tour). 817-255-9300 | |
| 7th Annual Clothing Drive benefitting Family Gateway. Come support Family Gateway by donating gently used clothing to Q Custom Clothier's seventh annual clothing drive. Q Custom Clot… Q Custom Clothier. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 214-780-9888 |
Miscellaneous
| 7:00 am- 10:00 pm | Fly A Sim. Everyone gets the exciting opportunity to fly a real jet simulator! Flights offer full motion, sound and visuals. Gift Certific… Flight Safety Learning Center. (Miscellaneous). 972-242-5999 |
Dining Specials
| 11:00 am- 7:00 pm | Happy Hour. $4.00 Margaritas Patio Dinning. RJ Mexican Cuisine. (Dining - Happy Hour). 214-744-1420 |
| 7:30 pm | Medieval Experience. A beautiful fish-filled moat beneath the drawbridge will lead you to the auditorium where you will dine and view a jousting matc… Medieval Times. (Dining - Dinner Show). 214-761-1800 |
Nightlife
| 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm | Happy Hour with Kerrie. For food and drink specials. Memphis Club and Shuck-n-Jive. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 972-386-9517 |
| 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm | Live music and drink specials. Come out to Arthur's where you'll enjoy $1 off wine, beer and call drinks while listening to live music. Arthur's. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 972-385-0800 |
| 9:00 pm- 2:00 am | Live Music. Live music and a new band showcase each Wednesday night. Ridglea Theater. (Nightlife - Live Music). 817-738-9500 |
| Cowboys Red River Ladies Night. No cover for the ladies. A balloon drop will take place for ladies. $2.00 well, wine & domestic longnecks all night for everyone… Cowboys Red River. (Nightlife - Ladies Night). 214-352-1796 | |
| Cowboys Red River Live Music night. Live music every night with James Hinds and 'Runnin Behind. Cowboys Red River. (Nightlife - Live Music). 214-352-1796 | |
| Cowboys Nightclub Arlington College Night. Dance music begins at 10pm with Radio i93 & Billy The Kid. $2 domestic longnecks and $1 draft beer all night. 18 and older welco… Cowboys in Arlington. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 817-265-5819 | |
| Pete Barbeck Jam. Longest running Jam in town. The Goat. (Nightlife - Live Music). 214-327-8119 |
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