BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//HomeSearchDallas.com//NONSGML v1.0//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:HomeSearchDallas.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://homesearchdallas.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for HomeSearchDallas.com BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120406 DTEND:20120409 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20120222T184455 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T185520 UID:3113@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Deep Ellum Arts Festival 2012 DESCRIPTION:                   [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AYjPjstGQc[/youtube] There may not be a lot of kid activities with this Festival but it is fun nonetheless!! Map to Festival Deep Ellum is the Metroplex's most progressive and eclectic neighborhood. The Deep Ellum Arts Festival® exemplifies everything that makes this area rock. The biggest weekend of the year for the Deep Ellum Entertainment District, this three-day, free-to-attend visual, performing and culinary arts festival features 200 decorative and visual artists selling original works, 100 original bands, singer/songwriters and performance artists showcasing the newest sights and sounds from 5 stages. Other attractions include the renowned Pet Parade, non-denominational Easter-Sunday service, fabulous food, beer, wine and coctails from 50 festival and local resturants, and much, much more!                         LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/deep-ellum-arts-festival-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120325 DTEND:20120326 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20120222T182150 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T190446 UID:3112@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon DESCRIPTION:Dallas Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon Website!             REGISTER HERE Registration Notes: *Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Fees listed above do not include the Active Network processing fee. There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION Price includes: Official Race T-shirt, Goodie Bag, Refreshments at the Start, along the Course, and at the Finish, Finishers Medal, Finisher’s Certificate, Live Bands Every Mile, and admission to the Post-Race Headliner Concert. Online Registration Closes: March 18, 2012, 11:59 PM PST [mappress mapid="79"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-rock-n-roll-half-marathon-march-25th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120303 DTEND:20120409 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20120214T173244 LAST-MODIFIED:20120214T173256 UID:3096@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum DESCRIPTION:       Dallas Blooms Website This year marks the 28th anniversary of the Dallas  Arboretum's nationally acclaimed floral festival Dallas Blooms, presented by  Capital One Bank. With MSN's notation that the Dallas Arboretum was "One  of the Top 14 Places in the World to See Spring Flowers" plans are  underway to make this year's Dallas Blooms even more appealing. Dallas Blooms features 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs  including tulips, daffodils, Dutch Iris and hyacinths, in addition to 100,000  pansies, violas, poppies and thousands of other spring-blooming annuals  and perennials. During the festival, over 100 Cherry Blossom trees bloom for a  ten day period. Then the finale of this spring celebration is the mass  flowering of the garden's collection of 6,000 azaleas that bloom through the  end of April. [mappress mapid="78"]   LOCATION:8525 Garland Rd. URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-blooms-at-the-arboretum-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120219 DTEND:20120220 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20120214T122815 LAST-MODIFIED:20120214T122815 UID:3080@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas by Chocolate Sweetheart Taste Tour DESCRIPTION:             Dallas by Chocolate Sweetheart Taste Tour Treat yourself or a significant to the Dallas by Chocolate Sweetheart Tour! Sit back as we travel by limo bus to four chocolate-related destinations...sampling scrumptious chocolate treats while learning about how chocolate is made, the history of chocolate and some unique Dallas landmarks. Included will be chocolate creations from some of Dallas' finest artisanal chocolatiers and bakeries, plus a few additional surprises. All ages are welcome. Tours are just $25 a person. There are also tours on March 11, 17, 18 and 25. [mappress mapid="76"] LOCATION:5450 Lovers Lane URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-by-chocolate-sweetheart-taste-tour/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111125 DTEND:20120101 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111125T132956 LAST-MODIFIED:20111125T133013 UID:3019@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Holidays in Highland Park Village DESCRIPTION:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hPRaGPooik [/youtube]               According to the Urban Land Institute, Highland Park Village is the first planned shopping center in the United States with a unified architectural style and stores facing in toward an interior parking area, all built and managed under single ownership. From day one, Highland Park Village has been family owned, a tradition that proudly continues to this day, with only the third sale in the history of Highland Park Village occurring in May of 2009. The current ownership family is comprised of Highland Park natives who understand the value and meaning of Highland Park Village to the community, and are committed to continuing the rich legacy that has helped define luxury in Dallas for generations. Link to Highland Park Village Website [mappress mapid="74"]     LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/holidays-in-highland-park-village/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111126 DTEND:20111127 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111030T130600 LAST-MODIFIED:20111030T130600 UID:2919@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Fair Park Holiday! Saturday Nov. 26th DESCRIPTION:                   Fair Park Website MetroPCS Fair Park Holiday May your nights be merry and bright, too! The Friends of Fair Park will present MetroPCS Fair Park Holiday from 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, 2011. A free, fun family-friendly holiday event, MetroPCS Fair Park Holiday showcases an innovative, rooftop fireworks display, Esplanade Fountain “Dancing Waters” performances, Holiday Market, Santa's Workshop with a variety of arts and crafts for kids, live holiday entertainment for all ages, and the official City of Dallas tree lighting ceremony. Here's what's planned for Saturday: Spectacular holiday fireworks display from the rooftops of the Centennial and Automobile Buildings make the Esplanade and Court of Honor perfect viewing sites! Official City of Dallas tree lighting ceremony at 7 p.m. in the Esplanade followed by fireworks program Free or reduced admission to Fair Park museums Esplanade Dancing Water holiday performances featured Holiday Market offering a variety of quality merchandise, gifts and holiday décor will be located in the Centennial Building booths with everything to fill your gift buying needs – from the practical to the delicious Santa's Workshop for kids in the Centennial Building featuring free crafts, ornament making, do-it-yourself gift wrapping and lots of free activities and entertainment Holiday musical entertainment will be featured on the Centennial Stage within Santa's Workshop Thousands of sparkling LED lights shining throughout the Esplanade (Note: You can also enjoy these lights throughout the entire holiday season.) Concessions will be available The City of Dallas charges $10 for parking within the gates of Fair Park.  Fair Park Holiday is hosted by Friends of Fair Park, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more information, please contact Vicki Wait at The Reeds Public Relations  vwait@thereedsprc.com , 214-871-0783. Located conveniently near Interstate 30, Highway 75 and the east side of downtown Dallas, Fair Park is easy to find. [mappress mapid="72"] LOCATION:Fair Park URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/fair-park-holiday-saturday-nov-26th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111124 DTEND:20111125 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111030T121956 LAST-MODIFIED:20111030T121956 UID:2904@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day 2011! DESCRIPTION:         The Turkey Trot Website About the Race The Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is the largest Thanksgiving Day event of its kind in the country.  Starting from humble beginnings 43 years ago at White Rock Lake, it has grown into the undisputed "Way to Begin Thanksgiving Day" for thousands of locals as well as those who travel to share in our great event. The Trot tradition has now extended through generations of participants who celebrate the holiday with grandparents, relatives, friends and their youngest who we look to see with their own families in the years ahead.  The Dallas YMCA supports strong kids, strong families and strong communities – all of which are represented at the Trot.  Participants are also helping to support important YMCA programs.  We look forward to seeing you – bring a big group! – to this year’s Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot. This year participants have the option of being timed on either the 8 mile or the 5K events. [mappress mapid="71"] LOCATION:Dallas City Hall URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/turkey-trot-thanksgiving-day-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111105 DTEND:20111107 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111025T183642 LAST-MODIFIED:20111105T201637 UID:2562@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:American Institute of Architects Tour of Homes DESCRIPTION:                   AIA Dallas Website             AIA Dallas Tour of Homes Website When:        Saturday, November 5th & Sunday, November  6th  //  10am - 5pm Click here to purchase tickets online. MAP TO HOMES LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/aia-dallas-tour-of-homes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111030 DTEND:20111031 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111025T172559 LAST-MODIFIED:20111025T172902 UID:2543@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:West Village Dog Trot and Treat Sunday Oct. 30th DESCRIPTION:         Friends of the Katy Trail Website 10.30 Dog Trot West Village Dog Trot and Treat benefiting the Katy Trail, Sunday, October 30, from 1 to 5 p.m., an event geared for our furry friends and the people they own! Guests are invited to enjoy live music and nibbles for everyone. Canines will also be entered into a costume contest, where the winner will take away a doggie bag full of goodies. Vendors will be on hand offering everything from pet portraits to samples of all-natural baked food for dogs. Click here to register. For additional information about the Dog Trot, please e-mail Ashleigh@KatyTrailDallas.org Twitter Facebook RSS [mappress mapid="69"]   LOCATION:Katy Trail at Abbott Ave. & Knox St. URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/west-village-dog-trot-and-treat-sunday-oct-30th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111111 DTEND:20111114 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111024T121351 LAST-MODIFIED:20111024T121351 UID:2507@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Lakewood Home Festival Nov. 11-13 2011 DESCRIPTION:           Lakewood Home Festival Website Lakewood Home Festival 35th Annual Home Tour   The Home Tour The six homes will be available to tour on November 12-13th during during the Home Tour and Market.  Go to the Tickets page for tour times and purchase information. Candlelight Tour This intimate event provides a first glimpse into the six spectacular homes showcased during the Lakewood Home Festival on Friday, November 11, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. The Homes 3613 Vintage Place - New home built by Vintage Contemporaries that holds the charm, sophistication, and details of Spanish Colonial architecture. 6729 Lake Circle Drive - Modern white stucco built in 2007 with open, circular flow; stained concrete floors, and vast windows that let the outdoors in. 6730 Bob-O-Link - Unique “eclectic farmhouse” built by More Design+Build (but looks vintage) with modern flair and farmhouse charm. 6735 Westlake - Majestic tudor built in 1927, the original Herbert Marcus estate and former film set of Pamela Ewing’s house on the TV show Dallas. 6843 Lorna Lane - 1936 Art Deco home wonderfully restored; one of seven homes built for the Texas Centennial celebration (along with Fair Park!) 6870 Tokalon - Breathtaking 1926 tudor overlooking beautiful Tokalon Ave with traditional details and antiques that amaze around every corner. [mappress mapid="68"] LOCATION:Lakewood URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/lakewood-home-festival-nov-11-13-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111029 DTEND:20111030 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111024T110150 LAST-MODIFIED:20111024T121745 UID:2487@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Taste of Greenville Avenue Oct. 29th 2011! DESCRIPTION:                   [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9aXQ4v0HbA[/youtube] http://www.tasteofgreenvilleavenue.com/ Valpak and Southwest Kia present the 2011 Taste of Greenville Avenue  Valpak presents the 3rd annual Taste of Greenville Avenue (TOGA) on October 29 from 10am-8pm in Energy Square, 4925 Greenville Avenue @ University Boulevard. Produced by the Greenville Avenue Restaurant Association, TOGA showcases 27 popular Greenville Avenue eateries presenting their best menu items in small portions costing between $3 and $6. Wrist bands ($2) are required to purchase alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) in the TOGA Beverage Center.  [mappress mapid="67"]   LOCATION:4925 Greenville Avenue URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/taste-of-greenville-avenue/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111125 DTEND:20120101 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20111017T144955 LAST-MODIFIED:20111125T132714 UID:2460@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Holidays at the Arboretum! DESCRIPTION:               [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0AWvGojIkc[/youtube] November 25th through December 31st. Welcome! The Dallas Arboretum, one of the most beautiful outdoor attractions in Dallas, features 66-acres of spectacular display gardens that showcase incredible seasonal flowers, ornamental shrubs, trees and plant collections in a serene setting on White Rock Lake. The Arboretum is home to seasonal outdoor festivals, concerts, art shows and more. Throughout the year, guests enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining in either Restaurant DeGolyer in our historic DeGolyer House or on the Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace overlooking downtown Dallas. Guests can also enjoy making memories with friends and family at high tea offered throughout the year. Children and adults alike enjoy year-round education programs on gardening, art, hands-on science,  and the gardens  offer  plenty of outdoor exploration opportunities. The gardens, world-famous for their beauty, are chosen by many brides for their photos and their wedding. The Arboretum has something for everyone in every season. We invite you to  visit soon! [mappress mapid="65"]                                   [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFPUNsUthWI[/youtube]   Autumn at the Arboretum Link   Welcome! The Dallas Arboretum, one of the most beautiful outdoor attractions in Dallas, features 66-acres of spectacular display gardens that showcase incredible seasonal flowers, ornamental shrubs, trees and plant collections in a serene setting on White Rock Lake. The Arboretum is home to seasonal outdoor festivals, concerts, art shows and more. Throughout the year, guests enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining in either Restaurant DeGolyer in our historic DeGolyer House or on the Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace overlooking downtown Dallas. Guests can also enjoy making memories with friends and family at high tea offered throughout the year. Children and adults alike enjoy year-round education programs on gardening, art, hands-on science,  and the gardens  offer  plenty of outdoor exploration opportunities. The gardens, world-famous for their beauty, are chosen by many brides for their photos and their wedding. The Arboretum has something for everyone in every season. We invite you to  visit soon! [mappress mapid="65"]     LOCATION:8525 Garland Rd. URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/autumn-at-the-arboretum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110704 DTEND:20110705 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110615T111340 LAST-MODIFIED:20110615T135354 UID:2368@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas Wind Symphony Spectacular July 4th DESCRIPTION:View the Dallas Wind Symphony website here!!       Star Spangled Spectacular!   Monday, July 4th, 2011 - 1:00pm Our country’s greatest band brings you a red, white and blue salute to Mom, Apple Pie and Uncle Sam. We’ll have hot dogs & ice cream. There’s an 11-ft. tall Uncle Sam. And it’s air-conditioned too! [mappress mapid="60"] LOCATION:2301 Flora St. URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-wind-symphony-spectacular-july-4th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110708 DTEND:20110711 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110614T163833 LAST-MODIFIED:20110614T164038 UID:2282@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:25th Annual Taste of Dallas July 8-10, 2011 DESCRIPTION:View the 25th Annual Taste of Dallas website here!! Taste of Dallas is readying it's biggest event ever to celebrate it's 25th anniversary. The best chefs, restaurants, artists, sports teams, kids' activities and bands in North Texas are gearing up for the biggest Taste yet in Dallas' own Fair Park July 8-10. Mark this festival of food, drink and more on your calendar, as it's not-to-be-missed! For 25 years, Taste of Dallas has hosted over 3.5 million visitors. Sponsors, restaurants, artists and craftspeople have used the event as a platform to grow their businesses in North Texas. If you would like to learn how your company can benefit from the upscale crowd at this long-standing event, please click here. [mappress mapid="54"] 25th Annual Taste of Dallas Event Map  LOCATION:1200 S. 2nd Street URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/25th-annual-taste-of-dallas-july-8-10-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110625 DTEND:20110627 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110614T163224 LAST-MODIFIED:20110614T163344 UID:2280@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:White Rock Lake Bath House Cultural Center! DESCRIPTION:   Click Here for the White Rock Lake Bath House Cultural Center's website -check back often for current events! ******  June 25th and 26th 100th year celebration Beach Party! ****** Beach Party of the Century 6/25/2011 - 6/26/2011 Bath House Cultural Center Put n your flip flops and sunglasses and join us for a beach bash as we celebrate the Grand Finale Weekend of the Comerica White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration. Party is hosted by For the Love Of The Lake with support from White Rock Lake Foundation and Friends of the Bath House. In appreciation of Ebby Halliday as honorary chair of the Centennial Celebration.Tickets - $15 adults, $5 kids kids 5 and under free Free offsite parking at Norbuck, Flag Pole Hill and White Rock DART station (shuttle service to event)SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Join us Saturday for Brunch, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Cocktails and Dinner at Veranda Lounge on Terrace Level at The Bath House (Limited Seating, Additional Cost) 10 a.m. Gates Open Antique Car Show 2 p.m. Antique Car Awards 3 p.m. Antique Car Parade 7 p.m. Awards and Birthday Celebration 9 p.m. Fireworks SUNDAY, JUNE 26 9 a.m. Gates Open Sunset Inn Breakfast (until 10:30 a.m.) Gospel Music (until 12 p.m.) 12 p.m. Ice Cream Social Chefs' Picnic at the Lake (until 3 p.m.) (Tickets sold separately) (Hosted by Highland Park Cafeteria) For more information, please contact Susan Hello at info@whiterocklake.org or 214.660.1100 Saturday, June 25 - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 26 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. [mappress mapid="53"] LOCATION:521 E. Lawther Drive URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/white-rock-lake-bath-house-cultural-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111204 DTEND:20111205 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110614T133913 LAST-MODIFIED:20110615T054418 UID:2199@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas White Rock Marathon - Dec. 4th 2011 DESCRIPTION:Visit The Dallas White Rock Marathon website here!                  Registration Registration Info • Register to Run & Fundraise • Register to Run • FAQs • Packet Pickup Welcome to Participants Thank you for your interest in the MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon! With a record 25,000 participants expected this year for the full marathon, half marathon and relay, hundreds of thousands of spectators lining the streets and thousands of volunteers providing encouragement (and Gatorade!), this is an event you don’t want to miss. We’ve got a weekend packed full of events, like the Health & Fitness Expo, our Mayor’s Race 5K and the Pre-Race Pasta Party on Saturday, all leading up to a great Sunday race with bands and entertainment every mile. It’s no wonder that the MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon has been named by Competitor Magazine as the “Best Running Event in Texas” of 2010! In 2011, “Running the Rock” is sure to be the most fun you’ve ever had running 26.2 miles. Registration Capped at 25,000 – Register Early! This year’s registration is capped at 25,000 total participants. This total includes all marathon, half marathon and relay participants. We anticipate selling out early this year, so to ensure your registration for the marathon, half or relay, we recommend that you REGISTER EARLY! If you can’t find the information you need, please email us at info@runtherock.com.  [mappress mapid="47"] LOCATION:1200 S. 2nd St. URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-white-rock-marathon-dec-4th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110428 DTEND:20110429 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110412T062019 LAST-MODIFIED:20110417T100420 UID:2011@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Swiss Avenue Home Tour- May 7-8th DESCRIPTION:           Swiss Avenue Home Tour Website  Originally developed in 1905 by R.S. and Collett Munger, the district forms part of the original 300-acre Munger Place Development. The area's proximity to downtown Dallas was part of the Mungers' vision to create a neighborhood whose residents would become involved with diverse facets of urban life. The designation as Dallas' first historic district over in 1973 has ensured the preservation of this vision. The success of The Swiss Avenue Historic District has inspired preservation in numerous Dallas neighborhoods - both residential and non-residential. The Swiss Avenue Women's Guild website offers an online audio tour, complete with directions and interesting facts about the homes and the local civic and business leaders who built them. [mappress mapid="40"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/swiss-avenue-home-tour-may-7-8th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110422 DTEND:20110424 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110402T075932 LAST-MODIFIED:20110402T080020 UID:1922@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Earth Day Dallas- April 22nd, 23rd DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Dallas Earth Day Dallas features two days of engaging exhibits, compelling speakers, music, entertainment, food and fun for everyone. It’s an exciting time for North Texans to come together to learn how we can all make a positive impact on our community and our world, and how we can grow a greener Dallas together. Join us April 22nd and 23rd downtown in the Arts District beginning at 10:00 a.m. each day to see how you can make a difference. LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/earth-day-dallas-april-22nd-23rd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110316 DTEND:20110404 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110401T061945 LAST-MODIFIED:20110412T103538 UID:1890@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Deep Ellum Arts Festival® - April 1st-3rd DESCRIPTION:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbu1N7CG4WE[/youtube] Deep Ellum is the Metroplex's most progressive and eclectic neighborhood. The 2011 Deep Ellum Arts Festival® exemplifies everything that makes this area rock. The biggest weekend of the year for the Deep Ellum Entertainment District, this three-day, free-to-attend outdoor "street party" features over 120 decorative and visual artists selling original works, over 90 original bands, singer/songwriters and performance artists showcasing the newest sights and sounds from 5 stages, including the all new Texas Blues Stage, PegasusNews Stage, Texas Singer/Songwriter Stage, ArtLoveMagic Artists Alley and Art Bar. Other attractions include the renowned Pet Parade (Sunday at 12:00 noon), fabulous food, beer, wine and coctails, and much, much more! This is an adult-oriented visual and performing arts festival - while supervised young children and teenagers are welcome, there are no planned activities for them. [mappress mapid="38"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/deep-ellum-arts-festival-april-1st-3rd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110401 DTEND:20110402 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110329T055546 LAST-MODIFIED:20110329T055951 UID:1673@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Texas Rangers Opening Day! Friday April 1st DESCRIPTION:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoFCGcY0m6M[/youtube] Opening Day at the Ballpark in Arlington! Rangers Ballpark in Arlington has been the home for the Texas Rangers since April 1, 1994. Located at the corner of Randol Mill Road and Ballpark Way, south of Interstate 30, the ballpark is an open-air stadium. The playing surface is natural grass. The stadium, officially, can seat 49,170 people. Although, during the 2010 baseball playoffs, attendance figures were over 50,000 as the team sold standing room only tickets. Take me out to the ballgame... http://texas.rangers.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=tex  Schedule: http://texas.rangers.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=tex&m=4&y=2011 LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/texas-rangers-opening-day-friday-april-1st/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110320 DTEND:20110321 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110319T072233 LAST-MODIFIED:20110412T184144 UID:1655@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:6718 Winton St. Open House 1-3 DESCRIPTION:http://homesearchdallas.com/?p=1281 6718 Winton Ave. Dallas, TX 75214 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 living areas, oversized 2 car garage. Virtual Tour Here:  http://c.vrguild.net/c/star.pl?U=1103040937236624# Walk up to this beautiful Greg Young home and you can see the quality. From the wonderful front porch, to the period touches throughout… this home has plenty of amenities!  Solid core doors, plantation shutters, rich Hardwood floors, coffered and trayed ceilings, a spacious gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, incredible granite, tons of cabinets and a wall of windows overlooking the nice backyard! Upstairs finds a perfect gameroom and study/office, laundry facilities, four open and bright bedrooms. The master retreat boasts a spa like bathroom with dark woods and fine marbles and a separate sitting room or private office. This Lakewood Elementary home is perfectly positioned, center block, in a fantastic neighborhood excellent for long strolls or a bike ride at White Rock Lake.  Excellent shopping, restaurants and arts are all close by! [mappress mapid="28"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/6718-winton-st-open-house-1-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110429 DTEND:20110430 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110319T071653 LAST-MODIFIED:20110417T100514 UID:1654@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:The Dallas Waves -coming this May DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Waves [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g55TQmEcxYo [/youtube] Coming in May! White Water in Dallas? Indeed! The Dallas City Council awarded a $3,376,359 contract to Ark Contracting Services of Kennedale for the Trinity Standing Wave project. The contract calls for an in-channel standing wave feature where the Trinity River meets 1900 East Eighth Street or what amounts to artificial white-water features on the river. It’s designed to attract kayakers. Scheduled to open sometime in May 2011 LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/the-dallas-waves-coming-this-may/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110408 DTEND:20110409 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110316T071550 LAST-MODIFIED:20110330T061054 UID:1158@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum (through April 10) DESCRIPTION:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tacUdfo6e14[/youtube] [mappress mapid="13"] Recognized as ‘One of the Top 14 Places in the World to See Spring Flowers’ by MSN.com in 2010, Dallas Blooms is largest floral festival in the southwest with over 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs. Tulips, daffodils and hyacinths abound in the 66 acre garden with vibrant colors creating an amazing backdrop to the city of Dallas. Special Events Fairy Tale Castles Exhibit: March 5-December 31, 2011 Capturing the imagination of every little prince and princess the Fairy Tale Castles exhibit will feature castles based on classic tales like Jack and the Beanstalk and Rapunzel that have been designed and built by local architecture and construction groups. The Fairy Tale Castle exhibit is free with garden admission. Presented by Lambert’s and Moore Tree Care Fairy Tale Scavenger Hunt March 18-20 Nearly 100 outstanding artists will fill the Pecan Grove with photography, jewelry, painting, sculpture, woodworking and much more. Artscape is free with garden admission. Artscape, A Fine Art Show and Sale: Good Friday Children’s Concert with Eddie Coker: April 22 at 11am and 2pm Kid entertainer Eddie Coker delights kids of many ages with his fun and silly songs. Concerts are on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage and Lawn and are free with garden admission. Presented by Children’s Medical Center. When leaving the Garden, pick up a Prize Drawing Form to enter the Capital One Bank "Make Your Home Your Castle" Prize Drawing during Dallas Blooms March 5th through April 10th. LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/dallas-blooms-at-the-arboretum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110430 DTEND:20110501 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110314T141538 LAST-MODIFIED:20110417T100445 UID:1449@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:The Park (Woodall Rogers Freeway Covering) DESCRIPTION:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12S7ouU1pWo [/youtube] The Park in Dallas, Woodall Rodgers Located just north of downtown Dallas, The Park will cover the Woodall Rodgers Freeway and add 5 acres of park that will connect downtown Dallas to the neighborhoods of State Thomas, Uptown, Oak Lawn and all of Dallas. Scheduled places in the park include restaurants, a dog park, botanical gardens, tree groves, water gardens, a performance stage and much more! Here's a link to The Park's website.   http://www.theparkdallas.org [mappress mapid="32"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/the-park-woodall-rogers-freeway-covering/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110318 DTEND:20110320 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110312T171130 LAST-MODIFIED:20110319T075828 UID:1431@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Artscape 2011 at the Dallas Arboretum DESCRIPTION:The sixth annual Dallas Artscape at the Dallas Arboretum. Join almost 100 artists at the Dallas Artscape fine art show and sale. Jewelry, photography, painting, sculpture, wood working and more! Link to event website: http://www.dallasarboretum.org/artscape/index.htm  March 18, 19, 20th (Friday - Sunday) Open daily 9am to 5pm [mappress mapid="31"] LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/artscape-2011-at-the-dallas-arboretum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110429 DTEND:20110430 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110312T115430 LAST-MODIFIED:20110417T100334 UID:1402@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:White Rock Lake 100 Years 3/19 thru 6/26 DESCRIPTION:Comerica White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration White Rock Lake 100th year celebration! The celebration starts March 19th 2011 (the same day as the super moon http://www.space.com/11084-supermoon-earthquake-storm-natural-disasters.html) and finishes 100 days later with a Centennial Concert on June 26th 2011!  100 days of Celebration! SCHEDULE Photo Contest White Rock Lake Conservancy January 1 - May 31 Photographers of all skill levels are encouraged to take part in this photo contest sponsored by White Rock Lake Conservancy. Centennial Champions White Rock Lake Foundation & For the Love of the Lake March - June Grade school, middle school and high school students compete in this fundraising contest for gold, silver and bronze medals along with prizes. Greenville Avenue Parade Float Centennial Host Committee March 12 The White Rock Lake Centennial Committee will sponsor a float in the Greenville Avenue Parade to help promote the Centennial celebration. Centennial Luncheon with Ebby Halliday Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce March 15 This luncheon at the Lakewood Country Club honors the 100th birthdays of legendary Dallas realtor Ebby Halliday’s and White Rock Lake. Kickoff Party Centennial Host Committee March 24 The official kickoff of the 100-day celebration takes place at the Filter Building and honors the White Rock Lake Centennial partners. Raise the Woof Pup Rally White Rock Lake Dog Park March 26 Bring your favorite four-footed friend and celebrate the 10th year of the dog park with music by Grand Theft Auto, contests and more. Family Fun Weekends: Nature Centennial Host Committee March 26 - 27 Bring your family for a weekend full of fun activities, from paddle boating to kite flying, as you explore White Rock Lake An Intimate Evening with Ebby Centennial Host Committee April 3 This celebration at the Dallas Arboretum celebrates White Rock Lake Centennial Honorary Chairwoman Ebby Halliday 100th birthday. Centennial Golf Tournament White Rock Lake Conservancy April 4 Tee off at this celebrity golf tournament at Tennison Highlands course. Family Fun Weekend: History Centennial Host Committee April 9 - 10 Bring your family for a weekend full of fun activities, from paddle boating to kite flying, as you explore White Rock Lake. Centennial Historic Exhibit Centennial Host Committee April 14 - 30 Learn about the history and future of White Rock Lake at the Northpark Center. Neiman Marcus Fashion Event White Rock Lake Conservancy April 14 The latest in fashion at Neiman Marcus at Northpark Center. The White Rock Lake Festival White Rock Lake Foundation April 30 - May 1 Annual festival features boat rides, food, art, music and more. White Rock Lake Centennial Half Marathon and 5K Dallas Running Club May 7 The Dallas Running Club hosts this race, designed to showcase the beauty of Dallas’ favorite parks. 2,011 participants are expected to attend. Family Fun Weekends: Fitness Centennial Host Committee May 14 - 15 Paddle boats, kites, explore the lake. Little League Baseball Game Centennial Host Committee May 14 White Rock Lake Little League Baseball Game. Lakewood Stock Lakewood Business Association May 15 The Lakewood Shopping Center invites you for a day of shopping, food, drinks and live music and raffle. Centennial Regatta White Rock Boat Club May 21 Whether wanting to participate or watch from the shore, the Centennial Regatta promises a day of exciting sailing across White Rock Lake. 2nd Annual White Rock Rowing Sprint Championships White Rock Boathouse May 28 This rowing sprint displays the very best in strength, precision and endurance as crews race towards the finish line at the Filter Building. Carry the Load 2011 Carry the Load & White Rock Lake Conservancy May 29 at 4 p.m., May 30 at 12:11 p.m. Participants carry weighted backpacks around White Rock Lake to raise proceeds for families of wounded and deceased servicemen and women. Family Fun Weekends: Water Centennial Host Committee June 4 - 5 Bring your family for a weekend full of fun activities, from paddle boating to kite flying, as you explore White Rock Lake. Centennial Bike Ride Greater Dallas Bicyclists Club June 11  Ride on the trails at White Rock Lake in this city wide event! Team Bass Fishing Tournament White Rock Lake Conservancy June 18 Children activities also included! Open House & Wooden Boat Show Corinthian Sailing Club & White Rock Boat Club June 25 Wooden powerboats on White Rock Lake Lake Beach Party June 25 - 26     Bath House Cultural Center Come for a day of sandy beaches, pools, food, music, boat rides and more. Centennial Concert June 26  100 days of White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration finishes at the Dallas Arboretum. LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/white-rock-lake-centennial-celebration/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110312 DTEND:20110314 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110312T110859 LAST-MODIFIED:20110312T113301 UID:1396@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Daylight Saving Time Sunday March 13th, 2011 DESCRIPTION:Remember to Spring Forward at 2am Sunday March 13th, 2011! LOCATION: URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/daylight-saving-time-sunday-march-13th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110327T080000 DTEND:20110327T080000 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20110305T151709 LAST-MODIFIED:20110319T070703 UID:1071@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:Rock & Roll Dallas Half Marathon DESCRIPTION:Rock & Roll Dallas Half Marathon Starts downtown Dallas and winds through Oak Lawn, Highland Park and Lakewood! See event website here.  www.dallas.competitor.com Sunday March 27th 2011 [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvzshXuD3Cg[/youtube] Event Guidelines How to Register Switch Corrals Race Rules Cancellations Time Limits Read more: http://dallas.competitor.com/event-information/guidelines#ixzz1FpPS5ltS [mappress mapid="12"] LOCATION:Downtown Dallas URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/rock-roll-dallas-half-marathon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110312T100000 DTEND:20110312T130000 DTSTAMP:20120520T141805 CREATED:20100811T164444 LAST-MODIFIED:20110305T155928 UID:778@http://homesearchdallas.com SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Parade 32nd Year! DESCRIPTION: Saturday March 12th 2011 10am till ???   Have FUN!! Greenville Ave. and Park lane, Dallas, TX. [mappress mapid="6"] LOCATION:Up and down Greenville Ave! URL:http://homesearchdallas.com/event/miami-film-festival/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR