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August 01, 2008
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Friday

August 01, 2008
Lammas / Lughnasadh
England observes.
Harvest & thanksgiving
Annual. Same date each year.

August 01, 2008
National Day in Switzerland
Annual. Same date each year.

August 01, 2008
Aug. 1-3
Cowtown Drag Boat Nationals
Contact: Kenda Reedy
Marine Creek Lake, Ft. Worth TX
E-mail: kreedy@peoplepc.com
Web: www.cowtownlakefest.com
Admission: $15 daily, $25 for weekend.
Event is a pointing event for the SDBA High Point Series Championship and expects to attract more than 150 drag boats.
Pits open at 7 a.m., Show and Shine at noon - 9 p.m. on Fri., Pits open at 7 a.m., qualifying at 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Sat.
Pits open at 7 a.m., chapel service at 9 a.m., eliminations at 10 a.m. to sundown, trophy presentation after eliminations end on Sun.

photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA
Jerrett Silvey of New Braunfels, Texas leaps his top fuel hydro from the rope during the Cowtown Drag Boat Nationals. The straight, quarter-mile runs can be completed in about five seconds by the fastest top fuel hydroplane boats.

August 01, 2008
10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Fri-Sat, 2 p.m. on Sun and 10:30 a.m. on Wed.
Slappy's "The Little Mermaid"
Slappy's Puppet Playhouse, 13350 Dallas Pkwy Ste 3495, Dallas TX 75240
Phone: 214 369-4849
Web: slappysplayhouse.com
Admission: $9, $8 children and seniors.
Event features a marionette adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid."
Series continues June 20-Sept. 1.

August 01, 2008
7 - 9 p.m.
Grapevine Summer Nights
Gazeebo, Historic Downtown Grapevine
Phone: 817 410-3185 or 800-457-6338
Web: www.grapevinetexasusa.com
Admission: Free.
Event features themed entertainment, refreshments, late shopping, sidewalk sales and gift drawings.
Series concludes.

August 01, 2008
7 - 9 p.m.
Grapevine Talent Search
Gazeebo, Historic Downtown Grapevine
Phone: 817 410-3185 or 800-457-6338
Web: www.grapevinetexasusa.com
Admission: Free.
Event features themed entertainment, refreshments, late shopping, sidewalk sales and gift drawings.
Annual talent search, Est. 2007.

August 01, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Toronto @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 01, 2008
7:30 p.m.
John Mayer with Colbie Caillat and Brett Dennen concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 01, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
WingSpan Theater Co. / Act 1 Productions
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 01, 2008
9:30 p.m.
Midnight Release Party for "Breaking Dawn" by Stephenie Meyer
Contact: Erin Marcy
Borders book store, 5615 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville 76034
Phone: 817 503-8092
E-mail: emarcy@bordersstores.com
Web: borders.com
Admission: Free.
Event features a themed store, costume contest, trivia contest, prizes, giveaways and more.
Most Borders stores will have midnight release parties.

August 01, 2008
Aug. 1-2
"1964 -The Tribute - The No. 1 Beatles Show in the World" performance
Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 212-4280
Web:
Event features Robert Miller and orchestra.

August 01, 2008
July 30 - Aug. 10
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

Bello, named "America's Best Clown" by Time magazine, greets fans during an Elephant Party in the AT&T Plaza at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Tuesday, July 29, 2008.
photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA


August 01, 2008
UIL Marching Band: Directors see C&CR, Section 1105 (c).
Contact: Richard Floyd, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Music, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilmusic@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 02, 2008
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Saturday

August 02, 2008
Cowtown Drag Boat Nationals continue

August 02, 2008
8:30 a.m.
"Fill the Bus" Softball Tournament
Ford Park, Allen
Phone: 214 509-4742
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $175 per team for ages 15 or older. Registration required from June 1-July 28.
Tournament provides school supplies to less-fortunate children through Allen Community Outreach.

August 02, 2008
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.
Cooking class: David Holben of Del Frisco's
Market Resource Center at the Dallas Farmers Market, 1010 S. Pearl Expy, Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 653-8088
Web: dallasfarmersmarket.org
Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. $110 for a five-class package
American Institute of Wine and Food and Dallas Farmers Market Friends present.
Series.

August 02, 2008
2 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Act 1 Productions / Echo Theatre
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 02, 2008
2 & 5 p.m.
The Wiggles performance
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $18 - $38
www.thewiggles.com.au

August 02, 2008
5 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
1:30 Productions / The Drama Club
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 02, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Toronto @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 02, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Brad Paisley with Jewel, Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 02, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Project X / Core Perf Manufactory
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 02, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 02, 2008
Symphonic Saturdays
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Admission: Free.
Event features music performed by Dallas-area symphonies.
Series. Held each Saturday in August 2008.

August 02, 2008
Aug. 2 - Sept. 7
Transportation Summit Children's Art Exhibit
Dupree Theater Lobby, Irving
Web: irvingartscenter.com

August 03, 2008
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Sunday

August 03, 2008
Cowtown Drag Boat Nationals continue

August 03, 2008
2 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Project X / Theater Fusion
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 03, 2008
3 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Toronto soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

August 03, 2008
4 p.m.
Sunday catamaran cruises
Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, 2101 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall
Phone: 214 771-3512
Admission: $49.99, Reservations are required by 5 p.m. on the Saturday before cruise.
Event features one-hour Sunday catamaran cruises on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Arrive at the restaurant at 4 p.m. for appetizers. Cruise begins at 5 p.m. and is followed by a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
Series continues on Sundays through Aug 31

August 03, 2008
5 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Theater Quorum / 1:30 Productions
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 03, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Toronto @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 03, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 04, 2008
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Monday

August 04, 2008
7:05 p.m.
New York @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 04, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 04, 2008
UIL Football: Issue equipment, begin conditioning w/no contact equipment except helmets, no contact activities - 4A & 5A (if no spring training), 1A 6-man & 11-man, 2A & 3A.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu
No 7th and 8th grade practice until the first day of school.

August 04, 2008
UIL Volleyball: First day to issue equipment & conduct workouts.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu
No 7th and 8th grade practice until the first day of school.

August 05, 2008
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Tuesday

August 05, 2008
Tropical Storm Edouard hits Galveston and Jefferson counties

photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA
A beach house is isolated by floodwater as Tropical Storm Edouard continues in Gilchrist.

August 05, 2008
7:05 p.m.
New York @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 05, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 06, 2008
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Wednesday

August 06, 2008
7:05 p.m.
New York @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 06, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
WingSpan Theater Co. / Core Perf Manufactory
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 06, 2008
8 p.m.
Weird Al Yankovic concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $39 - $49
www.weirdal.com

August 06, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 07, 2008
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Thursday

August 07, 2008
Canadian civic holiday
Canada
Annual. Same date each year.

August 07, 2008
noon
CCCCD SAIL Brown Bag Lunch lecture and entertainment series
Collin College Spring Creek campus, Plano
Web: www.ccccd.edu
Admission: Free. No reservations required and the public is invited.
Pack a lunch and bring friends. Lunch begins at noon and the program begins at 12:30 p.m.
SAIL (Seniors Active in Learning) presents.

August 07, 2008
7:05 p.m.
New York @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 07, 2008
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Hard Nights Day concert
Contact: Wylie PARD
Olde City Park, Wylie
Phone: 972 442-1744
E-mail: parks@wylietexas.gov
Web: www.wylietexas.gov
Admission: Free.
Concert series occurs on various Thursday nights through the summer.

August 07, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Theater Fusion / Theater Quorum
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 07, 2008
Aug. 7-10
"Wagon Wheels West" performance
Plaza Theatre, Garland
Phone: 972 412-1927
Web: corptheatre.com

August 07, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 08, 2008
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Friday

August 08, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 08, 2008
6:30 - 9 p.m.
Beer Tasting
Chestnut Square Historic Village, McKinney
Phone: 972 562-8790
E-mail: info@chestnutsquare.org
Web: www.chestnutsquare.org
Admission: Reservations requested.
Celebrate 8/8/2008 with a beer tasting.
Event features European beers paired with cuisine from Cafe Malaga.
Inside/outside event at the Bevel Reception House, 405 S. Chestnut.

August 08, 2008
7 - 10 p.m.
Dance for Adults with Disabilities
Banquet Pavilion, Chase Oaks Golf Club, Allen
Phone: 972 517-7777
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $10 for adults 18 or older. Registration required.
Event features dancing, live music and prizes. Snacks provided.

August 08, 2008
Aug. 8 - 24
Summer Olympics begin
Beijing, China
Web: www.msnbc.com

August 08, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Public Works Theatre / The Drama Club
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 08, 2008
Aug. 8-9
Festival of Machine Quilters
Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Phone: 972 830-4345
Web: quiltersguildofplano.org
Event features quilt displays and vendors of quilt-related products.

August 08, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 08, 2008
UIL Football: First day contact activities permitted, 4A & 5A (if no spring training), 1A 6-man & 11-man, 2A & 3A.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 08, 2008
UIL Volleyball: First day for scrimmages.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 09, 2008
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Saturday

August 09, 2008
National Day in Singapore
Annual. Same date each year.

August 09, 2008
9:30 a.m.
Kids Wilderness Survival
Cedar Hill State Park, Cedar Hill
Phone: 972 291-3900 ext. 232
Admission: Reservations required.

August 09, 2008
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.
Cooking class: James Neel of Tramontana
Market Resource Center at the Dallas Farmers Market, 1010 S. Pearl Expy, Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 653-8088
Web: dallasfarmersmarket.org
Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. $110 for a five-class package
American Institute of Wine and Food and Dallas Farmers Market Friends present.
Series.

August 09, 2008
2 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Echo Theatre / Theater Fusion
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 09, 2008
5 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Core Perf Manufactory / Public Works Theatre
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 09, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 09, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
WingSpan Theater Co. / Theater Quorum
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 528-5576
Web: bathhousecultural.com
Admission: $12 to $16, festival pass prices start at $49
Ten companies present rotating repertory plays during the festival. The festival is composed of one-act shows.
Two performances are presented and separated by intermissions. As many as six plays are presented in one day.
Annual. Est. 1998.

August 09, 2008
8 p.m.
Rickey Smiley concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $25 - $45
www.rickeysmiley.com

August 09, 2008
9 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ San Diego preseason football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 11

August 09, 2008
Aug. 9-10, 23-24, 2008
"Home Sweet Home" exhibit
Allen Heritage Museum (the Depot), 100 E. Main St., Allen
Phone: 214 383-1407
Web: allenheritageguild.org
Event features early 20th century room interior displays.

August 09, 2008
Aug. 9 - Sept. 7, 2008
Art Connection Member's Show
Irving Arts Center Main Gallery, Irving
Web: irvingartscenter.com
Event features about 150 art pieces in various media created by members of the Art Center's Art Connection program.
Annual show. Est. 2001.

August 09, 2008
Festival of Machine Quilters continues

August 09, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 09, 2008
Symphonic Saturdays
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Admission: Free.
Event features music performed by Dallas-area symphonies.
Series. Held each Saturday in August 2008.

August 10, 2008
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Sunday

August 10, 2008
Independence Day in Ecuador
Annual. Same date each year.

August 10, 2008
12:35 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 10, 2008
2 - 4 p.m.
Family Funday
Art Lab, 3333N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving
Web: irvingartscenter.com
Event features Japanese-inspired, hands-on art projects for children.

August 10, 2008
4 p.m.
Sunday catamaran cruises
Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, 2101 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall
Phone: 214 771-3512
Admission: $49.99, Reservations are required by 5 p.m. on the Saturday before cruise.
Event features one-hour Sunday catamaran cruises on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Arrive at the restaurant at 4 p.m. for appetizers. Cruise begins at 5 p.m. and is followed by a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
Series continues on Sundays through Aug 31

August 10, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

August 11, 2008
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Monday

August 11, 2008
UIL Football: Issue equipment, begin conditioning w/no contact equipment except helmets, no contact activities - 4A & 5A.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu
No 7th and 8th grade practice until the first day of school.

August 11, 2008
UIL Volleyball: First day for matches.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 12, 2008
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Tuesday

August 12, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Boston baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 13, 2008
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Wednesday

August 13, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Boston baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 14, 2008
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Thursday

August 14, 2008
Independence Day in Pakistan
Annual. Same date each year.

August 14, 2008
5:30 p.m.
Frisco Ducks Unlimited Banquet
Contact: Ron Geels
Embassy Suites Conference Center, 7600 John Q. Hammons Drive, Frisco TX 75034
Phone: 972 743-5230
E-mail: ron.geels@eds.com
Web: www.friscodu.com

August 14, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Boston baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 14, 2008
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Brave Combo concert
Contact: Wylie PARD
Olde City Park, Wylie
Phone: 972 442-1744
E-mail: parks@wylietexas.gov
Web: www.wylietexas.gov
Admission: Free.
Concert series occurs on various Thursday nights through the summer.

August 14, 2008
Aug. 14 - Sept. 7, 2008
"The Long Christmas Ride Home" performance
Stage West, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 784-9378
Web: stagewest.org

August 15, 2008
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Friday

August 15, 2008
Assumption Day
Catholic countries observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 15, 2008
Independence Day in India and Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

August 15, 2008
7 p.m.
Sheryl Crow with James Blunt, Toots and The Maytals concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 15, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Tampa Bay @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 15, 2008
Aug. 15-30 at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs. & Fri. Saturdays at 3 and 7:30 p.m.
"Smoke on the Mountain" performance
Contact: Plaza Theatre Company presents
Plaza Theatre, 111 S. Main, Cleburne
Phone: 817 202-0600
Web: plaza-theatre.com
Event features

August 15, 2008
8 p.m.
Melissa Etheridge concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $39 - $104
www.melissaetheridge.com

August 15, 2008
Aug. 15-23, 2008
North Texas State Fair
North Texas Fairgrounds, Denton
Phone: 940 387-2632
Web: ntfair.com
Event features world championship rodeo, music, carnical rides and games, fiddling contest, petting zoos and barbecue cook-offs.
Annual, Est. 1929.

August 15, 2008
Aug. 15-17, 2008
Tejano Music National Convention
Dallas
Phone: 913 397-8850
Web: www.tejanoticket.com
Event features Tejano artists and groups.

August 15, 2008
UIL Academics/CX Debate: Schedule district planning meetings.
Contact: Treva Dayton, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Academics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883 Drama Only: 512 471-9996
E-mail: uilacad@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 15, 2008
UIL Football: First day contact activities permitted - 4A & 5A.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 15, 2008
UIL One-Act Play: First day for directors' planning meetings.
Contact: Treva Dayton, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Academics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883 Drama Only: 512 471-9996
E-mail: uilacad@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 15, 2008
Aug. 15-16
Volleyball Tournament of Champions
Duncanville High School
Duncanville ISD
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

August 16, 2008
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Saturday

August 16, 2008
National Restoration Day
the Dominican Republic observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 16, 2008
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.
Cooking class: Janice Provost of Parigi
Market Resource Center at the Dallas Farmers Market, 1010 S. Pearl Expy, Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 653-8088
Web: dallasfarmersmarket.org
Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. $110 for a five-class package
American Institute of Wine and Food and Dallas Farmers Market Friends present.
Series.

August 16, 2008
6:30 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Columbus soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com

August 16, 2008
7 p.m.
Dave Matthews Band with Eli Young Band concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 16, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Tampa Bay @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 16, 2008
8 p.m.
Alejandro Fernandez concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $45 - $125
www.alejandrofernandez.com

August 16, 2008
8 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ Denver preseason football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 11

August 16, 2008
"Murder on Ice" murder mystery dinner
Contact: U.S. Actors Company presents
Old Bedford School, 2400 School Lane, Bedford
Phone: 817 952-2290
Web: oldbedfordschool.com

August 16, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 16, 2008
Symphonic Saturdays
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Admission: Free.
Event features music performed by Dallas-area symphonies.
Series. Held each Saturday in August 2008.

August 16, 2008
Tejano Music National Convention continues

August 16, 2008
UIL Football: First day for interschool scrimmages, 4A & 5A (if no spring training), 1A 6-man & 11-man, 2A & 3A.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu
7th-8th Grade Football: No student or team shall participate in any scrimmage or contest until they have had 4 days of practice w/no contact equipment except helmets and 7 additional days of contact practice.

August 16, 2008
Whistle Fair
Museum of the American Railroad, Dallas
Phone: 214 428-0101
Web: dallasrailwaymuseum.com
Event features a demonstration of railroad steam locomotive, ship and shop whistles as well as balloons, arts & crafts and more.

August 17, 2008
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Sunday

August 17, 2008
Independence Day in Indonesia
Annual. Same date each year.

August 17, 2008
2:05 p.m.
Tampa Bay @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 17, 2008
4 p.m.
Sunday catamaran cruises
Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, 2101 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall
Phone: 214 771-3512
Admission: $49.99, Reservations are required by 5 p.m. on the Saturday before cruise.
Event features one-hour Sunday catamaran cruises on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Arrive at the restaurant at 4 p.m. for appetizers. Cruise begins at 5 p.m. and is followed by a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
Series continues on Sundays through Aug 31

August 17, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 17, 2008
Tejano Music National Convention continues

August 18, 2008
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Monday

August 18, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Detroit @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 18, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Nine Inch Nails concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

August 18, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 19, 2008
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Tuesday

August 19, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Detroit @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 19, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 20, 2008
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Wednesday

August 20, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Detroit @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 20, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 21, 2008
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Thursday

August 21, 2008
8 p.m.
Steely Dan concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $55 - $125
steelydan.com

August 21, 2008
Aug. 21-24
"The Mahler Cycle: Part II" symphony performance
Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 665-6000
Web: fwsymphony.org
Event features 6th, 7th and 2nd symphonies plus a retrospective of Mahler's life and works on opening night.

August 21, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 21, 2008
Aug. 21 - 23, 2008
The Great American Trucking Show
Dallas Convention Center, 650 South Griffin Street, Dallas TX 75202
Phone: 888 349-4287
Web: www.gatsonline.com
Event features Pride and Polish Truck Beauty Competition, seminars, concerts, truck exhibits, Chrome Shop Mafia and more.

August 22, 2008
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Friday

August 22, 2008
Aug. 22-23, 2008 at 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fri. and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat.
FIG Sale
FIG Special Events Space, Fashion Industry Gallery, 1807 Ross Avenue, Suite 250, Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 748-4344
Web: fashionindustrygallery.com
Admission: $12 cash only.
Event features women's, men's and children's clothes, accessories and shoes on sale to the public at a 75 percent discount.

August 22, 2008
5:30 p.m.
Judas Priest, Heaven and Hell, Motorhead, Testament concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 22, 2008
7 p.m
Houston @ Dallas Cowboys preseason football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 11

August 22, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Cleveland @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 22, 2008
"The Mahler Cycle: Part II" symphony performance continues

August 22, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 22, 2008
Richardson Corporate Challenge opening ceremony continues
Contact: Robbie Hazelbaker
Breckinridge Park, Entrance A, Richardson
Phone: 972 744-4316
Web: www.cor.net
Annual.

August 22, 2008
Aug. 22-23
Texas Open volleyball tournament
Allen High School, 300 Rivercrest Blvd, Allen, TX 75002
Phone: (972) 727-0400
Web site: ahs.allenisd.org
Allen ISD
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

August 23, 2008
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Saturday

August 23, 2008
11 a.m.
Carrollton’s McInnish Park Soccer Complex Grand Opening
Contact: Carrollton Parks & Recreation
Carrollton’s McInnish Park Soccer Complex, 2135 Sandy Lake Road, Carrollton TX
Phone: 972 466-3080
E-mail:
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Free.
Event features new twenty-three acre facility with five youth soccer fields and supporting concessions, parking and picnic pavilion.
Mayor and city council members conduct a ribbon-cutting and ceremonial ‘first kick.’
City of Carrollton presents.

August 23, 2008
1 p.m.
Carrollton Preserved" book signing
Contact: Toyia Pointer
Barnes & Noble, 5301 Belt Line Road, Dallas
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Free.
Local author Toyia Pointer's book presents the City of Carrollton and area growth for more than 160 years.

August 23, 2008
2 p.m.
Projekt Revolution featuring Linkin Park, Chris Cornell, The Bravery, Ashes Divide with Atreyu, 10 Years, Hawthorne Heights, Armor for Sleep, Street Drum Corps concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

August 23, 2008
7 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Kansas City soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

August 23, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Cleveland @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 23, 2008
Aug. 23-24, 2008
"Home Sweet Home" exhibit
Allen Heritage Museum (the Depot), 100 E. Main St., Allen
Phone: 214 383-1407
Web: allenheritageguild.org
Event features early 20th century room interior displays.

August 23, 2008
"The Mahler Cycle: Part II" symphony performance continues

August 23, 2008
North Texas State Fair continues

August 23, 2008
Symphonic Saturdays
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Admission: Free.
Event features music performed by Dallas-area symphonies.
Series. Held each Saturday in August 2008.

August 23, 2008
UIL Football: First day for interschool scrimmages, 4A & 5A. See exception, Section 1250 (b) (5) (A).
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu
7th-8th Grade Football: No student or team shall participate in any scrimmage or contest until they have had 4 days of practice w/no contact equipment except helmets and 7 additional days of contact practice.

August 24, 2008
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Sunday

August 24, 2008
4 p.m.
Sunday catamaran cruises
Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, 2101 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall
Phone: 214 771-3512
Admission: $49.99, Reservations are required by 5 p.m. on the Saturday before cruise.
Event features one-hour Sunday catamaran cruises on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Arrive at the restaurant at 4 p.m. for appetizers. Cruise begins at 5 p.m. and is followed by a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
Series continues on Sundays through Aug 31

August 24, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Cleveland @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 24, 2008
"The Mahler Cycle: Part II" symphony performance continues

August 25, 2008
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Monday

August 25, 2008
7 a.m.
Classes begin in most school districts
Check your school district
Annual.

August 25, 2008
Aug. 25 - 28
Democratic National Convention
Denver
Web: www.demconvention.com

August 25, 2008
7 p.m.
American Idols LIVE concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

August 25, 2008
7:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Kansas City baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 25, 2008
UIL Marching Band: Directors see C &CR, Section 1105 (e).
Contact: Richard Floyd, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Music, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilmusic@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 26, 2008
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Tuesday

August 26, 2008
7 p.m.
Minnesota @ Dallas Cowboys preseason football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 11

August 26, 2008
7:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Kansas City baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 26, 2008
7:30 - 10:30 p.m., doors open at 6:30 pm
Tuesday Night at the Plaza with the King Kraig Parker
Contact: Kraig Parker
The Plaza Arts Center, 1115 Fourth Ave., Carrollton TX 75006
Phone: 972 446-3200
E-mail: plazaartscenter@verizon.net
Web: thekinglives.com or plazaartscenter.com
Admission: Cover Charge $10. Dinner and refreshments available for purchase.
Future shows are on Sept. 9, Sept. 30, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9

August 26, 2008
Democratic National Convention continues

August 27, 2008
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Wednesday

August 27, 2008
Lyndon Baines Johnson's Birthday
State holiday in Texas.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 27, 2008
7:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Kansas City baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 27, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with Steve Winwood concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

August 27, 2008
Democratic National Convention continues

August 27, 2008
Aug. 27 - Sept. 21, 2008
The Who's "Tommy" performances
Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75219
Phone: 214 522-8499
Web: dallastheatercenter.org
Performance contains adult language and loud rock n roll.

August 28, 2008
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Thursday

August 28, 2008
Hurricane Katrina anniversary
Please see Mark's posts and photos about Hurricane Katrina.

Debra Peters (left) and Connie Stephens (right) hug and cry in Covington, La. on Wednesday, August 31, 2005. Both had worked for the Parish Clerk of Court office for St. Tammany. It was the first time either had seen any of their coworkers since Hurricane Katrina hit earlier this week.
Photos by Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise

August 28, 2008
8:30 p.m.
Queensryche concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $29.50 - $49.50
www.queensryche.com

August 28, 2008
9:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 28, 2008
Democratic National Convention continues

August 28, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football kicks off in Texas
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

August 28, 2008
UIL Football: First day for games, all conferences.
Contact: Charles Breithaupt, director
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Athletics, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uilath@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 29, 2008
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Friday

August 29, 2008
Aug. 29-30 at 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Fri. and 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Sat.
Divine Consignment Sale
Contact: Tina Teutsch
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 214 513-2838
Web: divineconsign.net
Admission: Free.
Event features gently worn items, toys, books, games, DVDs, baby equipment and baby furniture. Items are half-price on Saturday.
biannual sale

August 29, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

August 29, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Teena Marie and Charlie Wilson with Lakeside concert
Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web: nokialivedfw.com
Admission: $17.50 - $59.50
www.teenamarie.com

August 29, 2008
Aug. 29-30 at 8 p.m.
Wayne Brady concert
Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 692-0203
Web: dallassymphony.com

August 29, 2008
9:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 29, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Bart Crow Band concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $10

August 29, 2008
Aug. 29-30
"Oklahoma!" performance
Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Drive, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web: addisontexas.net
Event features a live, outdoor performance of Rogers & Hammerstein's American musical.

August 29, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football kicks off in Texas
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

August 29, 2008
Aug. 29-31, 2008
Tulisoma 2008
African American Museum at Fair Park, 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 565-9026
Web: tulisoma.com
Admission: Free.
Literary festival features award-winning authors, writing workshops, panel discussions, performances, storytelling and book readings.
Annual.

August 29, 2008
Aug. 29-31
Westfest
West Fair & Rodeo Grounds, West
Phone: 254 826-5058
Web: westfest.com
Polka festival celebrates Czech heritage.
Annual, held each Labor Day weekend.

August 30, 2008
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Saturday

August 30, 2008
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Carrollton Community Garage Sale
Contact: Crosby Community Center
Crosby Community Center, 1610 E. Crosby Road, Carrollton
Phone: 972 466-9810
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: free. Sellers can rent a 10’ x 10’ space for $20. Spaces are limited. Reservations must be made in person by Aug. 24.
All items must be suitable for family viewing. No personal businesses promotions. No solicitations during the sale.

August 30, 2008
2 - 4 p.m.
Carrollton Preserved" book signing
Contact: Toyia Pointer
Barnes & Noble, 2201 Preston Road, Plano
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Free.
Local author Toyia Pointer's book presents the City of Carrollton and area growth for more than 160 years.

August 30, 2008
8 p.m.
Columbus @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

August 30, 2008
8 p.m.
Wayne Brady concert
Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 692-0203
Web: dallassymphony.com

August 30, 2008
8:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

August 30, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Sammy Kershaw concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $15 reserved and $12 general

August 30, 2008
"Oklahoma!" performance continues

August 30, 2008
Westfest continues

August 31, 2008
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Sunday

August 31, 2008
Independence Day in Trinidad and Tobego
Annual. Same date each year.

August 31, 2008
2:35 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

August 31, 2008
4 p.m.
Sunday catamaran cruises
Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, 2101 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall
Phone: 214 771-3512
Admission: $49.99, Reservations are required by 5 p.m. on the Saturday before cruise.
Event features one-hour Sunday catamaran cruises on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Arrive at the restaurant at 4 p.m. for appetizers. Cruise begins at 5 p.m. and is followed by a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
Series continues on Sundays through Aug 31

August 31, 2008
Aug. 31 - Sept. 1 at 8 p.m.
The Gipsy Kings concert
Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 692-0203
Web: dallassymphony.com
Admission: $40 to $140. Valet parking is $11.

August 31, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Cross Canadian Ragweed's Red Dirt Roundup concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $30 general

August 31, 2008
Westfest continues