If you had your heart set on taking advantage of the Dallas Zoo’s Dollar Days on Thursday, July 21, and Thursday, August 11, calm your heart down. The Amazon sponsored events are already sold out. So don't fight the temptation to venture to the zoo on the hope of sweet-talking your way in. Not only won’t it work, but there’s no need to venture out in this heat for a … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT ALERT!: Dallas Zoo’s Dollar Days
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Dallas CASA’s 2022 Parade Of Playhouses Is Marching In Place Now Thru The End Of The Month
While NorthPark’s legendary Santa announced his retirement this morning after more than 30 years, another NorthPark tradition was on the march today — Dallas CASA’s Parade of Playhouses. Early morning walkers couldn’t help but take breaks from their routine to check out the 12 adorable little works of art and fun that stretched from the Nike store to the NorthCourt via … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s 2022 Parade Of Playhouses Is Marching In Place Now Thru The End Of The Month
As Temperatures Rise To Three Digits, Dallas Arboretum Admission Fees Drop To One Digit
The folks at the Dallas Arboretum are all too aware that North Texas is toasty to say the least. Usually, they’re gearing up for their August Dollar Days and Pepper Palooza, when prices are dropped to $3 for general garden admission, $3 admission to the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden and $6 for parking. But with August temperatures hitting in July, they’ve ramped up … [Read more...] about As Temperatures Rise To Three Digits, Dallas Arboretum Admission Fees Drop To One Digit
Day At The Races Had Southern Spirit, Colorful Outfits — And A Surprising Outcome
Welcoming a packed house to the 14th annual Day at the Races at Turtle Creek Park, the Event Co-Chair and regional president for presenting sponsor Truist bank, Christian Corts, was sounding pretty confident about the outcome of the 2022 Kentucky Derby horse race. "Good luck — especially those of you who bet on Epicenter," Christian told the crowd of 120 at the … [Read more...] about Day At The Races Had Southern Spirit, Colorful Outfits — And A Surprising Outcome
Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place
This Fourth of July is a holiday that most grownup kids dream of — a four-day holiday in the middle of summer. Okay, so today isn’t officially a day off, but most folks are cutting out early ... if they even showed up at all. On the other hand, since the Independence Day celebration is going to last longer than usual, it’s important to extend your care for your children and … [Read more...] about Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place
UPDATE: Equest Horses Hate To Nag, But They’re Stalled In Trying To Show Their Thanks
In response to last week's SOS for Equest's need of high velocity fans, there's some spectacular new and could-use-some help news. Equest spokes-horses Dare and Ranger reported, "The response to our need for heavy-duty fans for the barn was amazing!! A big huge thank you to all you cool people who donated fans or money to purchase fans. Our horses, volunteers and staff are … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Equest Horses Hate To Nag, But They’re Stalled In Trying To Show Their Thanks
2022 Parade Of Playhouses Of An Even Dozen Will March In Place At NorthPark Starting July 15
Monday, North Texas is going to be filled with parades to celebrate the Fourth of July. Luckily, most of them will take place early in the day before the area returns to 100-degree heat. For those who love a parade but not the heat or blinding sunshine, there is one coming up in just the right conditions. It’s Dallas CASA’s 27th Annual Parade of Playhouses presented by Crest, … [Read more...] about 2022 Parade Of Playhouses Of An Even Dozen Will March In Place At NorthPark Starting July 15
Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
Leave it to the Friends of Katy Trail to exceed expectations. For its 25th year of providing one of the outdoor treasures of North Texas, Spring Support Campaign Honorary Co-Chairs Lizzie and Dan Routman had set their sights on a goal of $100,000. Well, they didn’t just do it… they and hundreds of Katy Trail-loving supporters hauled in $170,000. According to Friends of the … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
Equest Residents Need High-Velocity Fans To Stall Away Staggering Summer Temperatures
Unlike San Carlos de Bariloche, where the day’s high is 34 degrees, North Texas is continuing to swelter. One can’t help but wonder how the early residents handled summer heat before air conditioning came along. But not everyone has air conditioning, swimming pools or even fans to deal with the stagnant temperatures and humidity. While The Senior Source is still trying to … [Read more...] about Equest Residents Need High-Velocity Fans To Stall Away Staggering Summer Temperatures
Now’s The Time To “Beat The Heat” For North Texas Seniors By Making A Cool Donation
It seems like North Texas went straight from the cool days of early spring immediately into the frying pan hot days of summer. There was no transitional time to adjust to blistering temperatures with daily threats of breaking all-time records. Starting this Sunday, thermometers are slated to bypass the 100-degree mark daily for nearly a dozen days. While most folks will … [Read more...] about Now’s The Time To “Beat The Heat” For North Texas Seniors By Making A Cool Donation
JUST IN: Marilyn Weber Will Be Honored With 2022 Flora Award At Texas Discovery Gardens
Back in the 1980s, Dorothy and Lawrence Herkimer were recipients of the Texas Discovery Garden's Flora Award for their "commitment to community service, education and the advancement of the environment and quality of life." Now, nearly four decades later, the Flora Award is once again celebrating a member of the Herkimer family. 2022 Flora Award Chair Cara French has … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Marilyn Weber Will Be Honored With 2022 Flora Award At Texas Discovery Gardens