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May 5, 2016

THURSDAY
Cinco De Mayo

Festivals

7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Art Show at Cafe Izmir.
Every first Thursday of the month, a new featured artist will be showcased at Cafe Izmir. There will be a complimentary champagn… Cafe Izmir. (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair). 214-826-7788

The Arts

9:00 am-
10:00 pm
Photoworks 2016.
Photoworks 2016 represents a selection of creative work completed by advanced photography students from the University of Texas… University of Texas at Dallas. (Arts - Art Exhibit).
9:00 am-
9:00 pm
The Machine in the Garden.
These artists affirm that our 21st century experience of nature has become forever transformed by the impact of science and tech… University of Texas at Dallas. (Arts - Art Exhibit).
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Joseph Csatari Exhibit.
Works from this American realist artist and illustrator, who has had a long involvement with the Boy Scouts of America, are on d… National Scouting Museum. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 800-303-3047
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Norman Rockwell And The Art of Scouting.
Works from the iconic American artist, Norman Rockwell, who has long been associated with the Boy Scouts of America, are on disp… National Scouting Museum. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 800-303-3047
10:00 am-
9:00 pm
Fundamental and Superfluous: The Arts of Life in China, Japan, and Korea.
This exhibition examines works of art from the Museum's permanent collection that present artistic imagery and auspicious symbol… The Crow Collection of Asian Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-979-6430
10:00 am-
9:00 pm
Benevolence and Wisdom: New Gifts from the Collection of Trammell and Margaret Crow.
This exhibition features the most recent works of art donated to the Museum at the bequest of Margaret Doggett Crow. Highlights… The Crow Collection of Asian Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-979-6430
11:00 am-
9:00 pm
Modern Opulence in Vienna: The Wittgenstein Vitrine.
Exploring the conservation effort and charting the context and history of this masterwork's design and fabrication, iconography,… Dallas Museum of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-922-1200
11:00 am-
9:00 pm
Spirit and Matter: Masterpieces from the Keir Collection of Islamic Art.
A selection of over fifty masterworks in various mediums from rock crystal to works on paper, metalwork, ceramics, carpets, and… Dallas Museum of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-922-1200
11:00 am-
9:00 pm
Irving Penn: Beyond Beauty.
The exhibition presents over 140 photographs including iconic images from his oeuvre as well as previously unseen or never exhib… Dallas Museum of Art. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 214-922-1200
2:00 pmGuided 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
7:30 pmWicked.
A smash Broadway musical of how the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch came to be in the land of Oz, makes for t… Music Hall at Fair Park. (Performance - Musical). 214-565-1116
7:30 pmDeferred Action.
Deferred Action focuses on Javier Mejia, one of the immigrants known as Dreamers who arrived in the USA as an undocumented minor. Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 214-880-0202

For Children

10:00 amThursday Morning Storytime.
Children can enjoy a new story and related activities each week. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 972-713-9857
10:00 am-
3:00 pm
Art Lab.
Explore creativity and science with your child in the Art Lab, located inside the Children's Museum. Hands-on projects are guide… Perot Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 214-428-5555

Community

8:30 am-
8:45 am
Mini Meditation.
Join each week day morning for a short meditation to set your intention for the day and gain peace and calm. The Crow Collection of Asian Art. (Community). 214-979-6430
5:30 pm-
6:30 pm
Yoga in the Galleries.
Join yoga instructor Amanda Dunnavant to melt tension for a safe and accessible asana practice, with diverse styles and emphase… The Crow Collection of Asian Art. (Community). 214-979-6430
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

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
11:15 am-
1:15 pm
Public Skating Hours.
Polar Ice House of Grapevine opens it's doors to the public for ice skating every day. Please call ahead to check as hours may b… Polar Ice House of Grapevine. (Miscellaneous). 972-874-1930

Dining Specials

5:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Steel Happy Hour.
Sample featured draft beers, cocktails and glasses of sake and wine for $3 off. Also, a rotating menu of Asian share plates and… Steel Restaurant & Lounge. (Dining - Happy Hour). 214-219-9908
7:30 pmMedieval 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-
7:00 pm
Live Music and Drink Specials.
Come out to Arthur's where you'll enjoy $1 off Well, Call & Premium drinks & $4 house wine while listening to live music. Arthur's. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 972-385-0800
7:00 pmCowboys DanceHall Dance Lessons.
All skill levels are welcome. Instructors will teach a variety of dance styles, varying nightly. Check directly with venue to ve… Cowboys DanceHall. (Nightlife - Dance). 214-352-1796
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
Pete Barbeck Jam.
Longest running Jam in town. The Goat. (Nightlife - Live Music). 214-327-8119
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