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November 2008 Events

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November 01, 2008
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Saturday

November 01, 2008
All Saints' Day
Observed by Catholics in most countries
Annual. Same date each year.

November 01, 2008
O'Reilly Challenge
Texas Motor Speedway, 3601 Highway 114, Fort Worth TX 76177
Web: texasmotorspeedway.com
NASCAR Nationwide Series 300-mile race.

November 01, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Nashville Star Tour
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $20 reserved and $12 general
Performers include Melissa Lawson as well as finalists Gabe Garcia, Shawn Meyer & Coffey

November 01, 2008
UIL Academics: Deadline to update school information in spring meet entry system.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL Cross Country: District certification deadline.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL CX Debate: District directors' names and information forms due.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL EJH Academics: Deadline to submit spring district meet organization form & material request.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL EJH Academics: First day for invitational meets.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL EJH Academics: Participation registration due.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL Girls Basketball: 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

November 01, 2008
UIL ILPC: Enrollment due. Yearbooks due for rating.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL Marching Band: Region contest deadline - 1A, 2A & 4A.
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

November 01, 2008
UIL One-Act Play: Last day to hold 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

November 01, 2008
UIL Student Activities Conference: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

November 01, 2008
UIL Volleyball: District certification deadline - 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

November 02, 2008
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Sunday

November 02, 2008
All Souls' Day
Ecuador, El Salvador, Luxembourg, Macao, Mexico, San Marino, Uruguay, and Vatican City observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 02, 2008
Dickies 500
Texas Motor Speedway, 3601 Highway 114, Fort Worth TX 76177
Web: texasmotorspeedway.com
Sprint Cup day-night format 500-mile race.

November 02, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ New York Giants football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

November 03, 2008
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Monday

November 03, 2008
Culture Day
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 03, 2008
Father of Texas Day
State Recognition Day, designated by the Texas Legislature.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 03, 2008
Bi-district high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 03, 2008
11/3-4/08
UIL Marching Band: State Contest - 3A & 5A
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

November 03, 2008
11/3-4/08
UIL Volleyball: Bi-district - 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

November 04, 2008
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Tuesday

November 04, 2008
National Unity Day in Italy
Annual. Same date each year.

November 04, 2008
UIL Marching Band: State Contest - 3A & 5A continues

November 05, 2008
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Wednesday

November 05, 2008
Guy Fawkes Day
Great Britain observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 06, 2008
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Thursday

November 06, 2008
Area high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 06, 2008
11/6-8/08
UIL Volleyball: Area - 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

November 07, 2008
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Friday

November 07, 2008
7 p.m.
Texas Stampede rodeo
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

November 07, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 07, 2008
11/7-8/08
Senior Holiday Bazaar
Contact: Tara Zavala
Senior Citizens Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson
Phone: 972 744-7811
Web: www.cor.net
Admission: Free.
Annual.

November 07, 2008
11/7-8/08
UIL Team Tennis: State Tournament
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

November 08, 2008
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Saturday

November 08, 2008
7 p.m.
Texas Stampede rodeo
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

November 08, 2008
Senior Holiday Bazaar continues

November 08, 2008
UIL Boys Basketball: 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

November 08, 2008
UIL Cross Country: Regional meets.
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

November 08, 2008
UIL Football: District certification deadline, all conferences without byes.
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

November 08, 2008
UIL Team Tennis: State Tournament continues

November 09, 2008
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Sunday

November 09, 2008
1 to 4 p.m.
Living History Days
Contact: Cindy Johnson, executive director
Chestnut Square Historic Village, McKinney
Phone: 972 562-8790
E-mail: info@chestnutsquare.org
Web: www.chestnutsquare.org
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Events provide glimpses into the way people lived in Collin County from 1850-1920. Chestnut Square's Living History Group brings history to life through period-appropriate costumes, demonstrations and reenactments.

November 09, 2008
2 p.m.
Texas Stampede rodeo
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

November 10, 2008
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Monday

November 10, 2008
Regional Quarter Finals high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 10, 2008
UIL Girls Basketball: First day for interschool games.
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

November 10, 2008
11/10-11/08
UIL Volleyball: Regional quarterfinals - 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

November 10, 2008
UIL Wrestling: First day for meets & tournaments.
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

November 11, 2008
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Tuesday

November 11, 2008
Armistice Day
Belgium, French Guiana, and Tahiti observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 11, 2008
Remembrance Day
Canada and Bermuda observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 11, 2008
Veteran's Day in U.S.A.
America, France observes.
Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 12, 2008
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Wednesday

November 12, 2008
Sun Yat-sen's Birthday
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 12, 2008
7 p.m.
Panic! At The Disco and Dashboard Confessional with Plain White T's and The Cab 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: $ - $
www.panicatthedisco.com

November 12, 2008
7 p.m.
Sarah Brightman concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

November 13, 2008
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Thursday

November 14, 2008
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Friday

November 14, 2008
Regional Semi-Finals high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 14, 2008
11/14-15/08
UIL Volleyball: Regional - 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

November 15, 2008
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Saturday

November 15, 2008
Proclamation of the Republic Day in Brazil
Annual. Same date each year.

November 15, 2008
Regional Finals high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 15, 2008
UIL Cross Country: State Meet
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

November 15, 2008
UIL Football: District certification deadline, all conferences with byes.
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

November 15, 2008
UIL One-Act Play: Double representation due.
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

November 16, 2008
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Sunday

November 16, 2008
7:15 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ Washington football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 5

November 17, 2008
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Monday

November 17, 2008
UIL Boys Basketball: First day for interschool games.
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

November 18, 2008
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Tuesday

November 18, 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 show on Dec. 9

November 19, 2008
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Wednesday

November 19, 2008
National Holiday in Monaco
Annual. Same date each year.

November 19, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Coldplay concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

November 20, 2008
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Thursday

November 20, 2008
Anniversary of the Revolution in Mexico
Annual. Same date each year.

November 20, 2008
State Semi-Finals high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 20, 2008
11/20-22/08
UIL Volleyball: State Tournament
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

November 21, 2008
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Friday

November 21, 2008
8 p.m.
Celtic Thunder 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: $37.50 - $57.50
www.celticthunder.ie

November 21, 2008
State Finals high school volleyball championships
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

November 21, 2008
UIL Volleyball: State Tournament continues

November 22, 2008
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Saturday

November 22, 2008
UIL Volleyball: State Tournament continues

November 23, 2008
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Sunday

November 23, 2008
Kinro-Kansha-No-Hi (Labor Thanksgiving Day)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

November 23, 2008
noon
San Francisco @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

November 24, 2008
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Monday

November 25, 2008
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Tuesday

November 26, 2008
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Wednesday

November 27, 2008
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Thursday

November 27, 2008
Thanksgiving Day
Annual.

November 27, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Seattle @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

November 28, 2008
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Friday

November 29, 2008
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Saturday

November 29, 2008
7 p.m.
Casting Crowns 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: $25 - $75
www.castingcrowns.com

November 30, 2008
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Sunday

November 30, 2008
National Heroes' Day
The Philippines observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

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October 01, 2008
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Wednesday

October 01, 2008
Armed Forces Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

October 01, 2008
10/1-2
National Day in People's Republic of China
Annual. Same date each year.

October 01, 2008
National Holiday in Nigeria
Annual. Same date each year.

October 01, 2008
UIL CX Debate: Deadline to hold 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

October 01, 2008
UIL membership fees due
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

October 01, 2008
UIL One-Act Play: Enrollment due.
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

October 01, 2008
UIL Spring Meet: District directors' & academic coordinators' names due.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

October 02, 2008
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Thursday

October 02, 2008
Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday
India observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 02, 2008
6 p.m.
Music Builds Tour featuring Third Day and Switchfoot concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

October 02, 2008
8 p.m.
San Jose @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

October 03, 2008
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Friday

October 03, 2008
National Day in the Federal Republic of Germany
Annual. Same date each year.

October 03, 2008
National Foundation Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

October 03, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 03, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 04, 2008
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Saturday

October 04, 2008
6 p.m.
Los Tigres Del Norte & Pepe Aguilar concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

October 04, 2008
10/4-5/08
Cottonwood Art Festival - Fall
Contact: Serri Ayers
Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Beltline Rd., Richardson
Phone: 972 744-4582
Web: www.cor.net
Admission: Free.
Festival is nationally ranked as one of the top 25 arts festivals.
Annual. Held on the first full weekend of May and October.

October 04, 2008
UIL Student Activities Conference: The University of Texas at Austin.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

October 05, 2008
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Sunday

October 05, 2008
Republic Day in Portugal
Annual. Same date each year.

October 05, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Cincinnati @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 11

October 05, 2008
Cottonwood Art Festival - Fall continues
Web: www.cor.net

October 06, 2008
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Monday

October 06, 2008
6 - 8 p.m.
Carrollton Preserved" book signing
Contact: Toyia Pointer
Josey Ranch Lake Library, 1700 Keller Springs Road, Carrollton.
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Free.
Local author Toyia Pointer's book presents the City of Carrollton and area growth for more than 160 years.

October 07, 2008
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Tuesday

October 07, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 08, 2008
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Wednesday

October 09, 2008
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Thursday

October 09, 2008
Korean Alphabet Day
Korea observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 10, 2008
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Friday

October 10, 2008
Founding of Republic of China in Taiwan
Annual. Same date each year.

October 10, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 10, 2008
7:30 p.m.
So You Think You Can Dance 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: $35 - $54.50
www.fox.com/dance

October 10, 2008
Oct. 10 - 12
ArmeniaFest 2008
Phone: 972 245-6995
E-mail: info@armeniafest.com
Web: armeniafest.com

October 10, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 11, 2008
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Saturday

October 11, 2008
Oct. 11-12 at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. and 10 am. to 5 p.m. on Sun.
Santa Fe Days
Old Downtown Carrollton, 1-35 E. at Belt Line Road (Exit #443B), Carrollton
Phone: 972 242-6453
Web: santafedays.com
Event features American Indian artists, demonstrations, music and food. Jewelry, pottery and other artifacts will be sold.
Old Downtown Carrollton Association presents.

October 11, 2008
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Elm Fork Nature Fest
Elm Fork Nature Preserve, Inside McInnish Sports Complex, off Sandy Lake Road, 1 mile west of IH-35E
Phone: 972 466-9813
Admission: Free. No pets allowed.
Event features environmental exhibits, a rock climbing wall, animal shows, guided hikes, kayaking, food and educational activities.
Animal shows are subject to cancellation if temperatures are too extreme for their safety.
Annual. Est. 1999

October 11, 2008
Oct. 11-12 at 1 to 4 p.m.
Living History Days
Contact: Cindy Johnson, executive director
Chestnut Square Historic Village, McKinney
Phone: 972 562-8790
E-mail: info@chestnutsquare.org
Web: www.chestnutsquare.org
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Events provide glimpses into the way people lived in Collin County from 1850-1920. Chestnut Square's Living History Group brings history to life through period-appropriate costumes, demonstrations and reenactments.

October 11, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Toronto @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

October 11, 2008
ArmeniaFest 2008 continues

October 12, 2008
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Sunday

October 12, 2008
Columbus Day
Spain and throughout Latin America observe.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 12, 2008
Living History Days continues

October 12, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ Arizona football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

October 12, 2008
ArmeniaFest 2008 continues

October 12, 2008
Santa Fe Days continues

October 13, 2008
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Monday

October 13, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 14, 2008
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Tuesday

October 15, 2008
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Wednesday

October 16, 2008
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Thursday

October 16, 2008
8 p.m.
Luis Miguel 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

October 16, 2008
8 p.m.
Neil Diamond concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

October 17, 2008
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Friday

October 17, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 17, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 18, 2008
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Saturday

October 18, 2008
8 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Salt Lake soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com

October 18, 2008
UIL Student Activities Conference: West Texas A&M University, Canyon.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

October 19, 2008
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Sunday

October 19, 2008
Ascension of Muhammad Day
Indonesia observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 19, 2008
noon
Dallas Cowboys @ St. Louis football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

October 19, 2008
8 p.m.
New Kids on the Block concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

October 19, 2008
10/19-20/08
UIL Legislative Council meeting, Austin.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

October 20, 2008
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Monday

October 20, 2008
Kenyatta Day
Kenya observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 20, 2008
Revolution Day in Guatemala
Annual. Same date each year.

October 21, 2008
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Tuesday

October 21, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 21, 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 Nov. 18 and Dec. 9

October 22, 2008
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Wednesday

October 22, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Janet Jackson concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

October 22, 2008
UIL Girls Basketball: First day for practice.
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

October 23, 2008
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Thursday

October 23, 2008
UIL Marching Band: Last day for region contests - 3A & 5A.
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

October 24, 2008
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Friday

October 24, 2008
United Nations Day
U.N. member nations observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 24, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 24, 2008
8 p.m.
Vicente Fernandez concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

October 24, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 25, 2008
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Saturday

October 25, 2008
8 p.m.
Alanis Morissette 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: $35 - $65
www.alanis.com

October 25, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Willie Nelson concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $40 reserved and $20 general

October 25, 2008
Gary Burns Frisco Fun Run
Frisco Square, Frisco
Web: www.friscoeducationfoundation.com
The run was established in memory of Fire Chief Gary Burns. Proceeds benefit the Frisco Education Foundation Scholarship Fund.
Annual.

October 25, 2008
10/25-26-08
Huffhines Art Trails
Contact: Abby Morales
Huffhines Park, Plano at Apollo roads, Richardson
Phone: 972 744-4585
Web: www.cor.net
Annual.

October 25, 2008
UIL Marching Band: No 1A, 2A or 4A region contests.
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

October 26, 2008
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Sunday

October 26, 2008
National Holiday in Australia
Annual. Same date each year.

October 26, 2008
noon
Tampa Bay @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

October 26, 2008
2 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Los Angeles soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

October 26, 2008
Huffhines Art Trails continues

October 27, 2008
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Monday

October 28, 2008
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Tuesday

October 28, 2008
Greek National Day
Greece observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

October 28, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 28, 2008
UIL Team Tennis: District certification deadline.
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

October 29, 2008
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Wednesday

October 29, 2008
UIL Boys Basketball: First day for practice.
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

October 30, 2008
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Thursday

October 30, 2008
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series qualifying
Texas Motor Speedway, 3601 Highway 114, Fort Worth TX 76177
Web: texasmotorspeedway.com

October 30, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Carrie Underwood with Little Big Town 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: $35 - $55
www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com

October 30, 2008
UIL Marching Band: Area contest deadline - 3A & 5A.
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

October 31, 2008
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Friday

October 31, 2008
Halloween
To send a digital greeting card, visit: www1.bluemountain.com/index.html
Annual. Same date each year.

October 31, 2008
NASCAR Nationwide and Sprint Cup practice and qualifying
Texas Motor Speedway, 3601 Highway 114, Fort Worth TX 76177
Web: texasmotorspeedway.com

October 31, 2008
Silverado 350K
Texas Motor Speedway, 3601 Highway 114, Fort Worth TX 76177
Web: texasmotorspeedway.com
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race.

October 31, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

October 31, 2008
10/31-11/1/08
UIL Team Tennis: Regional tournaments.
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

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September 01, 2008
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Monday

September 01, 2008
Labor Day
U.S. and Canada
Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
Annual, observed on the 1st Monday in Sept.

September 01, 2008
Rose of Tralee Festival
Ireland observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 01, 2008
Sept. 1 - 4
Republican National Convention
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Web: www.gopconvention.com

September 01, 2008
1 p.m.
Labor Day Train
Cotton Belt Depot, 705 South Main Street, Grapevine TX 76051
Phone: 817 410-8136
Web: gvrr.com
Admission: Round trip rides $20 per adult, $10 per child ages 3 to 12 and $18 per senior.
Train departs 1 p.m. from Grapevine or 3:30 p.m. from the Fort Worth Stockyards.

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

September 01, 2008
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.

September 02, 2008
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Tuesday

September 02, 2008
First of Ramadan

September 02, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

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

September 03, 2008
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Wednesday

September 03, 2008
1:05 p.m.
Seattle @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 03, 2008
Sept. 3 - 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Three Redneck Tenors performance
Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street, Grapevine TX
Phone: 817 410-3100
Web: grapevinetexasusa.com
Admission: $25 and $20
Performance features Billy Bob, Billy Joe, and Billy Billee as they mix Beethoven with NASCAR.

September 03, 2008
8 p.m.
Julio Iglesias 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.

September 04, 2008
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Thursday

September 04, 2008
5 - 9 p.m.
Girls Night Out shopping
Contact: Old Downtown Carrollton Association
Old Downtown Carrollton
Phone: 972 242-4490
Web: olddowntowncarrollton.com
Admission: Free.

September 04, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Colorado @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

September 04, 2008
8 p.m.
Huey Lewis & The News concert
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600
Web: dallassymphony.com

September 04, 2008
Del McCoury Band concert
Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 212-4280
E-mail:
Web: basshall.com
Admission:
Event features special guests Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver and a bluegrass jamboree
Bass Hall presents.

September 05, 2008
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Friday

September 05, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 05, 2008
Sept. 5-6
Proscenium, A Weekend with TACA
The Mansion on Turtle Creek, 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 559-2100
Web: taca-arts.org
Event features 13 celebrity chefs from across the country including John Tesar, executive chef of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

September 05, 2008
7 p.m.
TACA Party on the Green
The Mansion on Turtle Creek, 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 559-2100
Web: taca-arts.org
Event is part of "Proscenium, A Weekend with TACA" and features 13 celebrity chefs from across the country including John Tesar, executive chef of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

September 05, 2008
7 p.m.
Toby Keith with Montgomery Gentry concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

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

September 05, 2008
Sept. 5-7 Fri & Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 2:30 p.m.
The Beach Boys concert
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600
Web: dallassymphony.com
Concert features The Beach Boys in concert with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

September 05, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Charlie Robison concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $15 reserved and $10 general

September 05, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 05, 2008
Sept. 5 - Dec. 24
Joseph Havel: Two Sheets (To The Wind) exhibit
Dallas Contemporary, 2801 Swiss Avenue, Dallas TX 75205
Phone: 214 821-2522
Web: dallascontemporary.net

September 05, 2008
UIL Music: Region organization reports due.
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

September 06, 2008
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Saturday

September 06, 2008
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
K-9 Kerplunk
Oak Point Center (outdoor pool), 6000 Jupiter Road, Plano TX
Phone: 972 941-7540
Admission: $3 per dog at the gate. Not recommended for small children. Dogs must have current tags. Only three dogs allowed per person.
Bring your dog and let them spend the morning swimming in the shallow outdoor pool. Humans are not allowed in the outdoor pool and dogs are not allowed in the indoor pool.

September 06, 2008
11-1 p.m.
TACA Culinary Master Class
The Mansion on Turtle Creek, 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 559-2100
Web: taca-arts.org
Event is part of "Proscenium, A Weekend with TACA" and features 13 celebrity chefs from across the country including John Tesar, executive chef of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

September 06, 2008
1 p.m.
Carrollton Preserved" book signing
Contact: Toyia Pointer
Barnes & Noble, 2325 I-35E, Lewisville
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Free.
Local author Toyia Pointer's book presents the City of Carrollton and area growth for more than 160 years.

September 06, 2008
1 - 4 p.m.
Pooch Pool Party
Contact: Carrollton Athletics
Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex, 1334 E. Rosemeade Parkway, Carrollton
Phone: 972 466-9833
E-mail:
Web: cityofcarrollton.com
Admission: Dog admission is $3, the event is free for humans.
Dogs are invited for friendly competitions and swimming. Event features dog races, dress-up competitions, dog/owner look-alike contests and more.

September 06, 2008
2 - 4 p.m.
Dog Days at Ford Pool
Ford Pool, Allen
Phone: 214 509-4770
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $5 per dog, Owners swim for free. Open to all ages.
Event features contests and all dogs are welcome. Owners must provide updated vaccination information.

September 06, 2008
2-4 p.m.
TACA Sommelier's Court
The Mansion on Turtle Creek, 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 559-2100
Web: taca-arts.org
Event is part of "Proscenium, A Weekend with TACA" and features 13 celebrity chefs from across the country including John Tesar, executive chef of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

September 06, 2008
6:30 p.m.
GrapeFest Vintners' Auction Classic
Grapevine Concourse, 3800 Fairway Drive, Grapevine
Phone: 800-457-6338
Web: grapevinetexasusa.com
Event features Country music singer Janie Fricke.
Annual.

September 06, 2008
7 p.m.
Maroon 5 and Counting Crows concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

September 06, 2008
7 p.m.
TACA Custom Auction Gala
The Mansion on Turtle Creek, 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 559-2100
Web: taca-arts.org
Event is part of "Proscenium, A Weekend with TACA" and features 13 celebrity chefs from across the country including John Tesar, executive chef of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

September 06, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Boston @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 06, 2008
8 p.m.
The Beach Boys concert
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600
Web: dallassymphony.com
Concert features The Beach Boys in concert with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

September 06, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Andy Griggs concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $12 general

September 06, 2008
Race Car Driver For A Day
Texas Motor Speedway, 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth TX 76177
Phone: 817 430-4343
Web: texasdrivingexperience.com
Event features five laps on the Infield Road Course with a professional driver in a Z06 Corvette. Drivers must be at least 18 years old.

September 07, 2008
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Sunday

September 07, 2008
National Grandparents' Day

September 07, 2008
Independence Day in Brazil
Annual. Same date each year.

September 07, 2008
2:05 p.m.
Boston @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 07, 2008
2:30 p.m.
The Beach Boys concert
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600
Web: dallassymphony.com
Concert features The Beach Boys in concert with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

September 07, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ Cleveland football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

September 08, 2008
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Monday

September 09, 2008
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Tuesday

September 09, 2008
Choxo-no-Sekku (Chrysanthemum Day)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 09, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 09, 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. 30, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9

September 09, 2008
9:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Seattle baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 10, 2008
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Wednesday

September 10, 2008
3:40 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Seattle baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 10, 2008
8 p.m.
Enrique Iglasias with Aventura 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
www.enriqueiglesias.com

September 10, 2008
UIL Legislative Council Music Committee meeting, Austin.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

September 11, 2008
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Thursday

September 11, 2008
Sept.11, 12, 13 and 14 at 10 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. on Thurs., 10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. on Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Sun.
GrapeFest
Downtown Grapevine TX
Phone: 800-457-6338
Web: grapevinetexasusa.com
Admission: Free all day on Thurs. and Fri. from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., $8 per adult, $5 per senior, $5 per child (6-12), children under 6 are free. Weekend pass pin $18. Souvenir pass pin $23. No pets allowed.
Event features People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic, carnival and midway, award-winning Texas wines, music and entertainment on six stages, grape stomp, culinary pavilion, children's zone, foods and shopping.
More than 30 Texas wineries participate.
Annual. Est. 1987.

September 11, 2008
9:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 12, 2008
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Friday

September 12, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 12, 2008
9:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 12, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Bleu Edmondson concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $12 reserved and $9 general

September 12, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 13, 2008
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Saturday

September 13, 2008
8 a.m. pre-judging. 6 p.m. pre-show and 6:30 p.m. evening show.
NPC Heart of Texas Bodybuilding and Fitness/Figure Championships
Contact: Prince Harrison
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 972 247-1539
E-mail: prince@texasbodybuilding.com
Web: texasbodybuilding.com
Admission: Pre-judging tickets are $15/adults, $10/children 12 and under. Evening show tickets are $60 for platinum, $50 for reserved and $35 for general seating.
Event features a health and fitness fair, women's fitness and figure, IFBB Bodybuilding and Fitness Pros, trophies and food court.

September 13, 2008
Sept. 13 - 14 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun.
Metroplex Camera Show
Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine TX
Phone: 800-457-6338
Web: donsphotoequipment.com
Admission: Adults $5, children under 12 are free with an adult. Open to the public
Event features

September 13, 2008
3:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 13, 2008
6:30 p.m.
FC Dallas @ D.C. soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com

September 13, 2008
8 p.m.
The Eagles concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

September 13, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Jimmy Wayne concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission:$12 general

September 13, 2008
Great Fountain Plaza Festival
Contact: Suzanne Etman
Civic Center / City Hall Fountain Plaza, 411 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson
Phone: 972 744-4584
Web: www.cor.net
Admission: Free
Annual.

September 14, 2008
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Sunday

September 14, 2008
Battle of San Jacinto Day
Nicaragua observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 14, 2008
Noon - 5 p.m.
Plano Bridal Show
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 972 713-9920
Web: bridalshowsinc.com
Admission: $10/adults, $5/children 14 and under (includes toddlers and infants).
Event features more than 100 wedding businesses to help with wedding arrangements.

September 14, 2008
1 to 4 p.m.
Living History Days
Contact: Cindy Johnson, executive director
Chestnut Square Historic Village, McKinney
Phone: 972 562-8790
E-mail: info@chestnutsquare.org
Web: www.chestnutsquare.org
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Events provide glimpses into the way people lived in Collin County from 1850-1920. Chestnut Square's Living History Group brings history to life through period-appropriate costumes, demonstrations and reenactments.

September 14, 2008
3:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 14, 2008
8 p.m.
The Eagles concert
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

September 15, 2008
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Monday

September 15, 2008
Independence Day in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Nicaragua
Annual. Same date each year.

September 15, 2008
Respect for the Aged Day
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

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

September 15, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Philadelphia @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on ESPN

September 15, 2008
8 p.m.
John Hiatt with Joan Osborne 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: $39.50 - $59.50
www.johnhiatt.com

September 15, 2008
UIL Deadline to submit Sponsor Excellence Award nominations
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

September 15, 2008
UIL EJH Academics: Deadline to order invitational contest materials.
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

September 16, 2008
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Tuesday

September 16, 2008
Independence Day in Mexico and Papua New Guinea
Annual. Same date each year.

September 16, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 16, 2008
6:30 pm - 8 p.m.
Raw Italy food class
Carpenter Recreation Center, 6701 Coit Road, Plano
Phone: 972 941-7250
Web: planoparks.org
Admission: $50. Registration required (select course code #93087).
Event features simple substitutions to make Italian vegan food.

September 16, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Detroit @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 17, 2008
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Wednesday

September 17, 2008
Citizenship Day
Annual. Same date each year.

September 17, 2008
7 p.m.
Santana with Salvador Santana Band concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

September 17, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Detroit @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 17, 2008
7:30 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m.
Deva Premal and Miten with special guest Manose concert
Contact: Amy Martin
Lakewood Theater, 1825 Abrams Pkwy, Dallas
Phone: 214 261-5599 or 214 320-3851
E-mail: ExecutiveDirector@EarthRhythms.org
Web: earthrhythms.org
Admission:
German mantra singer Deva Premal and her partner Miten have sold more than half a million CDs of mantra and yoga music.
Earth Rhythms presents.

September 18, 2008
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Thursday

September 18, 2008
9/18-19
Independence Day in Chile
Annual. Same dates each year.

September 18, 2008
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Community Job Fair
1820 Pearl Street - Building C/Gym, Carrollton
Web: metrocrestsocialservices.org
Admission: Free.

September 19, 2008
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Friday

September 19, 2008
Sept. 19-21 at 4 - 10 p.m. on Fri. and 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Sat & Sun.
Plano Balloon Festival
Contact: Jo Via
Oak Point Park, 2801 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 972 867-7566
E-mail:
Web: planoballoonfest.org
Admission: $5/person (1-time admission), $8/person day ticket (2-time admission), $20/person weekend ticket, free for kids under 36 inches tall.
Parking is $10/prime, $5/offsite or ride the DART Rail or bus to the Parker Road station and hop on the Plano Flyer Bus.
Event features 75 hot air balloons, concerts, children's area and food vendors.
Annual. Est. 1980

September 19, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 19, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 19, 2008
10:30 p.m.
The Bellamy Brothers concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $14 reserved and $10 general

September 19, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 20, 2008
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Saturday

September 20, 2008
8 a.m.
Pink on the Square
Contact: Old Downtown Carrollton Association
Phone: 972 242-4490
Web: pinkonthesquare.com
Event features walk for a cure and health related vendors. Donors can bypass the walk and participate in the new Snooze for the Cure and get a commemorative sleep mask.
Event benefits Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.

September 20, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
First Time Homebuyer Class
Plano Municipal Center, 1520 K Avenue, Plano
Phone: 972 941-7665
Classes are held the third Saturday of each month, and open to the public.

September 20, 2008
Sept. 20 - 21 at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
Morning Star Expo Pet Show
Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine TX
Phone: 214 244-0350 or 337 725-6365
E-mail: Fairs@birdsandpets.com
Web: birdsandpets.com
Admission: $4 per adult and free for children 6 and under.
Event features birds, dogs, reptiles, toys, supplies and more.

September 20, 2008
6:30 p.m.
3 Doors Down with Hinder, Finger Eleven concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre), 1818 1st Ave, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com

September 20, 2008
7 p.m.
Carlos Mencia 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: $42.50 -
www.carlosmencia.com

September 20, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 20, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Three Dog Night concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $25 reserved and $12 general

September 20, 2008
UIL Student Activities Conference: Tyler Junior College.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL), Policy/Administration, 1701 Manor Road, Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

September 21, 2008
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Sunday

September 21, 2008
2 p.m.
FC Dallas @ Chicago soccer
Web: web.mlsnet.com

September 21, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 21, 2008
7:15 p.m.
Dallas Cowboys @ Green Bay football
Away
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on Ch. 5

September 22, 2008
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Monday

September 22, 2008
Autumnal Equinox
Annual.

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

September 23, 2008
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Tuesday

September 23, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
Non-district high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

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

September 23, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Randy Rogers Band (CD Release Party and concert)
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $15 general

September 24, 2008
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Wednesday

September 24, 2008
Hurricane Rita anniversary
Please see Mark's posts and photos about Hurricane Rita.

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Port Arthur police S.W.A.T. teams prepare to secure the city after Hurricane Rita hit on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005.

September 24, 2008
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Enterprise Business Expo
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 972 612-2425
Web: celebrationofenterprise.com
Admission: Luncheon is $75 or $700 for a table of 10. Expo is free and open to the public.
Expo features an award luncheon, CEO Roundtable, exhibitors, demonstrations, suppliers, financiers and more.
Inside Collin County Business presents.
Annual. Est. 1997

September 24, 2008
1:05 p.m.
Oakland @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 25, 2008
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Thursday

September 25, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Dallas Stars v. Colorado Avalanche hockey
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

September 25, 2008
UIL EJH Academics: Deadline to submit fall/winter district meet organization form & material request.
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

September 26, 2008
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Friday

September 26, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 26, 2008
8 p.m.
The Temptations with The Four Tops 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: $49.50 - $59.50
www.thetemptations.net

September 26, 2008
9:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

September 26, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Brandon Rhyder concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $14 reserved and $10 general

September 26, 2008
9/26 - 11/29
Fall American Quarter Horse season at Lone Star Park
Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $2 gate admission plus parking.
First live race begins at 6:35 p.m.
First live race begins at 5 p.m. on Oct. 25.
* Post times are subject to change.

Mark M. Hancock / © The Dallas Morning News
Eddie Martin, Jr. rides Rare Cure (No. 1, right) to a first place finish in the 8th running of the Bob Johnson Memorial race at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie on Saturday, July 3, 2004.

September 26, 2008
Most games begin around 7 p.m.
High School football
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 27, 2008
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September 27, 2008
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Trinity River Trash Bash
Contact: Sharon Goddard
North McInnish Park Canoe Put-In, Sandy Lake Road, Carrollton
Phone: 972 466-2121
Web: KeepCarrolltonBeautiful.org
Admission: Free for everyone 13 and older. Registration requested at Web site.
Participants can paddle a canoe and clean the Trinity River
Annual.

September 27, 2008
9 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
Deaf Celebration 2008
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
Phone: 214 558-4095 or 469 556-2307
E-mail: henry@deafcelebration.com
Web: deafcelebration.com
Event features exhibitors, workshops, audience-targeted entertainment as well as deaf artists, performers and crafts people.
Exhibits and how-to-clinics are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Social Night is from 5 to 11:59 p.m.

September 27, 2008
7 p.m.
Dallas Stars v. St. Louis Blues hockey
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com

September 27, 2008
7 p.m. train departure
Murder Mystery Train
Cotton Belt Depot, 705 South Main Street, Grapevine TX 76051
Phone: 817 410-8136
Web: gvrr.com
Admission: $80 per adult.
Event features show, train trip, German buffet and cash bars.
KLUV Presents

September 27, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Glenn Beck 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: $49 - $89
www.glennbeck.com

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

September 27, 2008
10:30 p.m.
Bret Michaels concert
Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth TX 76164
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web: billybobstexas.com
Admission: $38 reserved and $18 general

September 28, 2008
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Sunday

September 28, 2008
Confucius' Birthday
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 28, 2008
National Teachers' Day
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year. Held on Confucius' birthday.

September 28, 2008
2 p.m.
D.C. @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

September 28, 2008
2:35 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

September 28, 2008
3:15 p.m.
Washington @ Dallas Cowboys football
Texas Stadium, 2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving TX 75062
Web: dallascowboys.com
Broadcast on FOX

September 29, 2008
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Monday

September 30, 2008
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Tuesday

September 30, 2008
Most games begin around 6:30 p.m.
District high school volleyball
Check your local high school for game schedules and opponents.

September 30, 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 Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Venues

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Major venues (listed in red by alpha).

Alphabetical listing
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American Airlines Center
2500 Victory Avenue; Dallas; TX 75219-7601
Phone: 214 222-3687; 214 665-4299; Fax 214 665-4250
Web: americanairlinescenter.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Billy Bob's Texas
2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web site: billybobstexas.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Charles W. Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Drive; Richardson; TX 75082
Phone: 972.744.4600 Adm. ; 972.744.4650 Ticket
Web site: eisemanncenter.com

Cotton Bowl
Cotton Bowl Stadium, Fair Park, 3750 Midway Plaza, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 634-7525 , 888 792-BOWL
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: attcottonbowl.com
Features sports, live music and traveling national shows.

Cowtown Coliseum
121 East Exchange Avenue; Fort Worth; TX 76106-8211
Phone: 817 625-1025 - Metro 817 654-1148
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: cowtowncoliseum.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Dallas Convention Center
650 South Griffin Street; Dallas; TX 75202
Phone: 214 939-2750; Fax 214 939-2795
Web site: dallascc.com

Fair Park Coliseum
P.O. Box 159090; Dallas; TX 75315
Phone: 214 670-8400; 214 939-2222; Fax 214 670-8907
Web site: fairparkdallas.com

Fort Worth Convention Center
1111 Houston Street; Fort Worth; TX 76102
Phone: 817 212-2504; Fax 817 212-2756
Web site: ci.fort-worth.tx.us
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Gilley's Dallas
1135 South Lamar; Dallas 75215
Phone: 1-888-GILLEYS
Web site: gilleysdallas.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street ; Dallas; TX 75201
Phone: 214-880-0137
Web site: liveatthemajestic.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora Street; Suite 100; Dallas; TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600 or 214 692-0203 ; Fax 214 670-4334
Web site: meyersonsymphonycenter.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Music Hall at Fair Park
DSM Management Group - P.O. Box 150188; Dallas; TX 75315-0188
Phone: 214 565-1116 ext. 154; Fax 214 565-0071
Web site: liveatthemusichall.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Music Mill Theater at Six Flags
Contact: Sandra Daniels
Six Flags Over Texas, 2201 Six Flags Rd., Arlington TX 76011
Phone: 817-640-8900 x4174
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: sixflags.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass Performance Hall
330 East Fourth Street; Suite 300; Fort Worth; TX 76102
Phone: 817 212-4200; 817 212-4261; Fax 817 810-9294
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: basshall.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie
1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web site: nokialivedfw.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre)
1818 1st Ave; Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web site: livenation.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Texas Stadium
2401 East Airport Freeway; Irving; TX 75062
Phone: 972 785-4000; 972 785-4700; Fax 972 785-4709
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: dallascowboys.com
Features sports, live music and traveling national shows.

The Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 880-0137
Web: liveatthemajestic.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

The Music Hall at Fair Park
909 First Avenue, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 565-1116
Web: liveatthemusichall.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Will Rogers Memorial Center
3401 West Lancaster; Fort Worth; TX 76107
Phone: 817 871-8150; 817 212-2501; Fax 817 871-8170
Web site: fwculture.com
Features live music, sports and traveling national shows.

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Across the Street Bar
5625 Yale, Dallas
Phone: 214 363-0660
Web site: acrossthestreetbar.com
Features live music on Thu-Sat

Adair's Saloon
2624 Commerce St. at Good Latimer; Dallas
Phone: 214 939-9900
Web site: adairssaloon.com
Features live music.

African American Museum
3536 Grand Ave, Fair Park, Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214-565-9026 x315
Web: aamdallas.org
Features live music.

All Good Cafe
2934 Main St., Deep Ellum; Dallas
Phone: 214 742-5362
Web site: allgoodcafe.com
Features live music.

American Airlines Center
2500 Victory Avenue; Dallas; TX 75219-7601
Phone: 214 222-3687; 214 665-4299; Fax 214 665-4250
Web: americanairlinescenter.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Anna ISD
501 S. Sherley Avenue, Anna, TX 75409
Phone: (972) 924-3955
Web site: annaisd.ednet10.net
Collin County

Arlington Convention Center
1200 Stadium Drive East; Arlington; TX 76011
Phone: 817 459-5000; Fax 817 459-5091
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: ci.arlington.tx.us

Arlington Music Hall - Johnnie High's Country Revue
224 North Center; Arlington; TX 76011
Phone: 817 226-4400; 800 540-5127; Fax 817 460-3913
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: mid-cities.com

ArtCentre of Plano
1039 East 15th Street; Plano; TX 75074
Phone: 972 423-7809; Fax 972 424-0745
Web site: artcentreofplano.org

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Bar of Soap
Dallas
Phone: 214 823-6617
Web site: barofsoap.net
Features live music.

Barley House and East Side Grill
2916 N. Henderson, Dallas
Phone: 214 824-0306
Web site: barleyhouse.com
Features live music.

Barumba Latin Lounge
5760 Legacy Dr (inside Mi Cocina restaurant), Plano TX 75024
Phone: 972 473-8745
Web site: mcrowd.com
Features live music.

Bay Leaf Restaurant
2820 Commerce St.; Deep Ellum; Dallas
Phone: 214 573-8775
Web site: bayleafrestaurant.com
Features live music.

Beaumont Ranch
10736 County Road 102; Grandview; TX 76050
Phone: 817 866-4867; 888 864-6935; Fax 817 866-4453
E-mail: general@beaumontranch.com
Web site: beaumontranch.com

Bend Studio
5014 McKinney Ave; Dallas
Phone: 214 841-9642
Web site: bendstudio.com
Features live music.

Ben's Half Yard House
7102 Greenville Ave.; Dallas
Phone: 214 363-1114
Web site: benshalfyard.com
Features live music.

Bikini Bob's Beach House Cafe'
255 Huffines Plaza (north of I-35 and 121 intersection), Lewisville
Phone: 972 436-6909
Web site: bikinibobstx.com
Features live music.

Billy Bob's Texas
2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 624-7117
Web site: billybobstexas.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Blue Cat Blues
2617 Commerce St., Deep Ellum, Dallas
Phone: 214 744-CATS
Web site: bluecatblues.com
Features live music.

Blue Nightclub
1933 Elm St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 880-0888
Web site: bluevip.com
Features live music.

C C's Coffee House
1008 W. Hebron Parkway, Carrollton TX 75010
Phone: 972 939-8063
Web site: ccscoffee.com
Features live music.

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Cafe Cybre
481 Harwood Rd., Hurst
Phone: 817 268-0660
Web site: cafecybre.com
Features live music.

Charles W. Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Drive; Richardson; TX 75082
Phone: 972.744.4600 Adm. ; 972.744.4650 Ticket
Web site: eisemanncenter.com

Chautauqua Auditorium
P.O. Box 757; Waxahachie; TX 75168
Phone: 972 937-7330 ext. 181; 972 937-2459; Fax 972 937-5518
E-mail: Public Relations

City of Dallas - Office of Cultural Affairs
1925 Elm Street; Suite 500; Dallas; TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3687; Fax 214 670-1404
Web site: dallasculture.org

Club 412
6481 Southwest Blvd, Ft. Worth
Phone: 817 763-5529
Web site: come.to/club412
Features live music.

Club Dada
2720 Elm St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 744-3232
Web site: clubdada.com
Features live music.

Club Optimo
3005 E Abram St, Arlington
Phone: 817 649-5033
Web site: cluboptimo.com
Features live music.

Cotton Bowl
Cotton Bowl Stadium, Fair Park, 3750 Midway Plaza, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 634-7525 , 888 792-BOWL
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: attcottonbowl.com
Features sports, live music and traveling national shows.

Country 2000
10707 Finnell; Dallas
Phone: 214 654-9595
Web site: country2000.com
Features live music.

Cowboys Red River
10310 Technology West; Dallas
Phone: 214 352-1796
Web site: cowboysdancehall.com
Features live music.

Cowtown Coliseum
121 East Exchange Avenue; Fort Worth; TX 76106-8211
Phone: 817 625-1025 - Metro 817 654-1148
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: cowtowncoliseum.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Curtain Club
2800 Main St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 742-6207
Web site: curtainclub.com
Features live music.

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Dallas Convention Center
650 South Griffin Street; Dallas; TX 75202
Phone: 214 939-2750; Fax 214 939-2795
Web site: dallascc.com

Dave and Buster's
2601 Preston Rd, Frisco TX 75034
Phone: 214-387-0915
Web site: daveandbusters.com
Features live music.

DeSoto Civic Center
211 East Pleasant Run Road; DeSoto; TX 75115
Phone: 972 230-9650
Web site: ci.desoto.tx.us/Civic Center.htm

Double Wide
3510 Commerce St.; Dallas
Web site: double-wide.com
Features live music.

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Fair Park Coliseum
P.O. Box 159090; Dallas; TX 75315
Phone: 214 670-8400; 214 939-2222; Fax 214 670-8907
Web site: fairparkdallas.com

Firewater Bar & Grill
10261 Technology Blvd. E; Dallas 214 352-5700
Web site: www.firewaterbarandgrill.com
Features live music.

Flying Saucer Beer Emporium
111 E. Fourth, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 336-7468
Web site: beerknurd.com
Features live music.

Fort Worth Convention Center
1111 Houston Street; Fort Worth; TX 76102
Phone: 817 212-2504; Fax 817 212-2756
Web site: ci.fort-worth.tx.us

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Galaxy Club
2820 Main St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 742-2582
Web site: galaxyclub.com
Features live music.

Garland Performing Arts Center
P.O. Box 469002; Garland; TX 75046
Phone: 972 205-2780; 972 205-2790; Fax 972 205-2775

Gilley's Dallas
1135 South Lamar; Dallas 75215
Phone: 1-888-GILLEYS
Web site: gilleysdallas.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Gloria Dei Nights Coffee Haus
1333 Beltline Road (corner of N. Garland Road), Garland
Phone: 972 530-8555
Web site: gloriadeinights.com
Features live music.

GPX Skate Park and Entertainment Center
1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie; TX 75050
Phone: 972 237-1115; 972 237-4370
Web site: gpxsk8.com

Granada Theater
3524 Greenville; Dallas
Phone: 214 824-9933
Web site: granadatheater.com
Features live music.

Granada Theatre
P.O. Box 1909; Addison; TX 75001-1909
Phone: 214 887-0223; 214 887-0856; Fax 214 887-0226
Web site: granadamoviegrill.com

Grapevine Convention Center
1209 South Main Street; Grapevine; TX 76051
Phone: 817 481-0459; Fax 817 424-0500
Web site: www2.ci.grapevine.tx.us

Grapevine Opry
308 South Main Street; Grapevine; TX 76051
Phone: 817 481-8733
Web site: gvopry.com

Groovy Mule
1131 Fort Worth, Denton
Phone: 940 383-7674
Web site: groovymule.com
Features live music.

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International Museum of Cultures
7500 West Camp Wisdom Road; Dallas; TX 75236
Phone: 972 708-7406; 972 708-7537; Fax 972 708-7341
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: sil.org/imc

Irving Arts Center
3333 North MacArthur Blvd.; Suite 300; Irving; TX 75062
Phone: 972 252-7558; Fax 972 570-4962
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: ci.irving.tx.us

J. Gilligan's
407 E. South, Arlington
Phone: 817 274-8561
Web site: jgilligans.com
Features live music.

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Jefferson Freedom Cafe
1959 Sandy Lane, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 424-2727
Web site: jeffersonfreedomcafe.org
Features live music performances (usually) on 3rd Saturday of each month. Proceeds are donated to local charitable or non-profit organizations by concert audience popular vote. JFC is operated by volunteers.

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Keys Lounge
5677-H Westcreek Drive, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 292-8627
Web site: www.keyslounge.com
Features live music.

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Lakewood Bar & Grill
6340 Gaston Ave.; Dallas
Phone: 214 826-3888
Web site: lakewood-bar-and-grill.com
Features live music.

Lancaster Beach Club
2620 E. Lancaster, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 535-4363
Web site: members.aol.com/lancstrbch
Features live music.

Lee Harvey's
1807 Gould St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 428-1555
Web site: www.leeharveys.com
Features live music.

Liquid Lounge
2800 Main St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 742-6207
Web site: curtainclub.com
Features live music.

Loft 610 lounge
5760 State Hwy 121 (inside Loft 610 restaurant), Plano TX 75024
Phone: 972 377-2500
Web site: loft610.com
Features live music.

Lone Star Cafe
11277 E NW Hwy #124; Dallas
Phone: 214 341-3538
Web site: lonestarcafeclub.com
Features live music.

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Main Street Theatre; Inc.
P.O. Box 832; Mansfield; TX 76063
Phone: 817 473-6060; Fax 817 473-6611
Web site: mainstreettheatre.org

Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street ; Dallas; TX 75201
Phone: 214-880-0137
Web site: liveatthemajestic.com

Martini Park
7200 Bishop Road, Plano TX 75024
Phone: 214 473-6644
Web site: martinipark.com
Features live music.

Mesquite Arena - Arena Promotions
1818 Rodeo Drive; Mesquite; TX 75149
Phone: 972 285-8777; Fax 972 289-2999
Web site: mesquiterodeo.com

Mesquite Arts Center
1527 North Galloway ; Mesquite; TX 75149
Phone: 972 216-6444; 972 216-8122; Fax 972 216-8110
Web site: cityofmesquite.com

Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora Street; Suite 100; Dallas; TX 75201
Phone: 214 670-3600 or 214 692-0203 ; Fax 214 670-4334
Web site: meyersonsymphonycenter.com

Moody Coliseum
P.O. Box 750216; Dallas; TX 75275-0216
Phone: 214 768-2879; 214 768-2866; Fax 214 768-2044
Web site: rushconcerts.com

Moose & Vinny's
2301 N. Collins, Arlington
Phone: 817 461-2027
Web site: mooseandvinnys.com
Features live music.

Muddy Waters Bar
1518 Greenville Avenue; Dallas
Phone: 214 823-1518
Web site: muddywatersbar.com
Features live music.

Museum of Nature and Science / TI Founders IMAX ® Theater
1318 Second Avenue; P.O. Box 151469; Dallas; TX 75315
Phone: 214 428-5555; Fax 214 428-2033
Web site: scienceplace.org

Music Hall at Fair Park
DSM Management Group - P.O. Box 150188; Dallas; TX 75315-0188
Phone: 214 565-1116 ext. 154; Fax 214 565-0071
Web site: liveatthemusichall.com

Music Mill Theater at Six Flags
Contact: Sandra Daniels
Six Flags Over Texas, 2201 Six Flags Rd., Arlington TX 76011
Phone: 817-640-8900 x4174
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: sixflags.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

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Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass Performance Hall
330 East Fourth Street; Suite 300; Fort Worth; TX 76102
Phone: 817 212-4200; 817 212-4261; Fax 817 810-9294
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: basshall.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie
1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone: 972 854-5111, Administration 972 854-5050
Web site: nokialivedfw.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

North Dallas Club
17449 Preston Rd.; Dallas
Phone: 972 248-6292
Web site: northdallasclub.com
Features live music.

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Old Mill Inn Restaurant
P.O. Box 710609; Dallas; TX 75371
Phone: 214 426-4610; Fax 214 426-5440
Web site: fairpark.org

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Plano Centre
P.O. Box 860358; Plano; TX 75086-0358
Phone: 972 422-0296; 800 81-PLANO; Fax 972 424-0002
Web site: planocentre.com

Pocket Sandwich Theatre
5400 E. Mockingbird Lane; Ste. 119; Dallas
Web site: dallas.net/~pst
Features live music.

Poor David's Pub
1313 South Lamar; Dallas
Phone: 214 565-1295
Web site: poordavidspub.com
Features live music.

Post Time
3650 N. Buckner; Dallas
Phone: 214 328-7760
Web site: posttimeclub.com
Features live music.

Pour House
209 W. 5th St., Fort Worth
Phone: 817 335-2575
Web site: pour-house.com
Features live music.

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Rack Daddy's
17509 Coit (between McCallum and Frankford); Dallas
Phone: 972 930- 0134
Web site: rackdaddys.com
Features live music.

Richardson Civic Center
P.O. Box 830309; Richardson; TX 75083
Phone: 972 238-4190; Fax 972 238-4268
Web site: cor.net

Ridglea Theatre
6025 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
Phone: 817 738-9500
Web site: ridgleatheater.com
Features live music.

Rodeo City Music Hall
214 West Davis Street; Mesquite; TX 75149
Phone: 972 285-9343; 972 523-9188
E-mail: KlassicKountry@rodeocitymusichall.com
Web site: rodeocitymusichall.com

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Sammons Center for the Arts
3630 Harry Hines Blvd.; Dallas; TX 75219
Phone: 214 520-7788; 214 520-7789; Fax 214 522-9174
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: sammonsartcenter.org

Shady Oak BBQ
1600 E. Copeland Rd.; Arlington TX
Phone: 817 542-0669
Web site: shadyoakbbq.com
Features live music.

Shiney's Paradise Grill
9410 Walnut; Dallas
Phone: 972 480-8470
Web site: www.shineys.com
Features live music.

Sons of Hermann Hall
3414 Elm Street at Exposition; Dallas
Phone: 214 747-4422
Web site: sonsofhermann.com
Features live music.

Southern Junction
Hwy 276, Rockwall
Phone: 972 771-2418
Web site: southernjunctiononline.com
Features live music.

Southern Methodist University - Caruth Auditorium
SMU School of Arts - Box 750356 ; Dallas; TX 75275-0356
Phone: 214 768-4559; Fax 214 768-2228

State Fair of Texas
P.O. Box 150009; Dallas; TX 75315
Phone: 214 565-9931; Fax 214 421-8710
Web site: bigtex.com

Stone Street Theatre
109 Stone Street; Dallas
Phone: 469 619-2609
Web site: stonestreettheatre.com
Features live music.

Suede Bar & Grill
2008 Greenville Ave; Dallas
Phone: 214 828-1144
Web site: suedebardallas.com
Features live music.

Sundance Square Downtown Entertainment District
512 Main Street; Suite 1500; Fort Worth; TX 76102-3922
Phone: 817 339-7777; Fax 817 339-7216
E-mail: info@sundancesquare.com
Web site: sundancesquare.com

Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre)
1818 1st Ave; Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111; Fax 214 428-8365
Web site: livenation.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

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Texas Christian University - Ed Landreth Auditorium
TCU Box 298310; Fort Worth; TX 76129
Phone: 817 257-7641; Fax 817 257-5699

Texas Stadium
2401 East Airport Freeway; Irving; TX 75062
Phone: 972 785-4000; 972 785-4700; Fax 972 785-4709
E-mail: Public Relations
Web: dallascowboys.com
Features sports, live music and traveling national shows.

Texas Tea House
2612 Commerce Street; Deep Ellum; Dallas
Web site: texasteahouse.com
Features live music.

Texas! Music Center
P.O. Box 130777; Dallas; TX 75313
Phone: 214 670-8496
E-mail: info@texasmusiccenter.org
Web site: texasmusiccenter.org
Contact steven.flores@dallascityhall.com for event booking for Cotton Bowl Stadium, Band Shell & Coliseum

The Aardvark
2905 W. Berry, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 926-7814
Web site: the-aardvark.com
Features live music.

The Amsterdam Bar
831 Exposition Ave., Dallas
Phone: 214-827-3433
Web site: myspace.com/theamsterdambar
Features live music.

The Bone
2724 Elm St.; Dallas
Phone: 214 744-2663
Web site: thebone.com
Features live music.

The Dallas Center for the Performing Arts Foundation; Inc.
2106 Boll Street; Dallas; TX 75204
Phone: 214 954-9925; Fax 214 954-9936
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: dallasperformingarts.org

The Door formerly Gypsy Tea Room
2548 Elm St. Dallas 75226
Phone: 214 744-9779
Web site: gypsytearoom.com
Features live music.

The Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street Dallas TX 75201
Phone: 214 880-0137
Web: liveatthemajestic.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

The Music Hall at Fair Park
909 First Avenue, Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 565-1116
Web: liveatthemusichall.com
Features live music and traveling national shows.

The Palace Theatre
300 South Main Street; Grapevine; TX 76051
Phone: 817 410-3541; Fax 817 410-3543
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: palace-theatre.com

The Texas Tornado hockey
Deja Blue Arena, 2601 Avenue of the Stars Frisco TX 75034
Web site: tornadohockey.com

The Underworld
5631 Sears St.; Dallas
Web site: theunderworldlive.com
Features live music.

Top Rail Ballroom
2110 West Northwest Hwy.; Dallas
Phone: 972 556-9099
Web site: toprailballroom.com
Features live music.

Trees
2709 Elm; Dallas
Phone:
Web site: trees.com
Features live music.

Trinity Hall
5321 E. Mockingbird Ln. #250; Dallas
Phone: 214 887-3600
Web site: www.trinityhall.tv
Features live music.

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Uncle Calvin's Coffeehouse
North Park Presbyterian Church (west side of Central Expressway between Walnut Hill and Park Lane); Dallas
Phone: 214 363-0044
Web site: unclecalvins.org
Features live music.

University of North Texas - Murchison Performing Arts Center
College of Music - P.O. Box 311367; Denton; TX 76203
Phone: 940 565-3707; 940 565-2791; Fax 940 565-2002
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: music.unt.edu

University of North Texas Coliseum
P.O. Box 310857; Denton; TX 76203
Phone: 940 565-2557; 940 565-2020; Fax 940 369-8714
E-mail: Public Relations

University of Texas at Arlington - Texas Hall
P.O. Box 19192; Arlington; TX 76019-0192
Phone: 817 272-3101; Fax 817 272-5790
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: uta.edu/texashall

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Waxahachie Civic Center
P.O. Box 757; Waxahachie; TX 75165
Phone: 972 938-3434; Fax 972 923-1085
E-mail: Public Relations
Web site: waxahachie.com

Will Rogers Memorial Center
3401 West Lancaster; Fort Worth; TX 76107
Phone: 817 871-8150; 817 212-2501; Fax 817 871-8170
Web site: fwculture.com

Wylie ISD
951 South Ballard Avenue, Wylie TX 75098
Phone: (972) 442-5444
Web site: www.wylieisd.net
Collin County

DFW School Districts

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Aledo ISD
1008 Bailey Ranch Rd; Aledo TX 76008
Phone: 817 441-8327
Web site: www.aledo.k12.tx.us
Tarrant County

Allen ISD
612 E. Bethany Drive; Allen TX 75002
Phone: (972) 727-0511
Web site: www.allenisd.org
Collin County

Alvarado ISD
110 N. Bill Jackson Dr.; Alvarado TX 76009
Phone: 817 783-6800
Web site: www.alvaradoisd.net
Johnson County

Anna ISD
501 S. Sherley Avenue, Anna, TX 75409
Phone: (972) 924-3955
Web site: annaisd.ednet10.net
Collin County

Argyle ISD
800 Eagle Dr; Argyle TX 76226
Phone: 940 464-7241
Web site: www.argyleisd.com
Denton County

Arlington ISD
1203 W Pioneer Pkwy; Arlington TX 76013
Phone: 682 867-4611
Web site: www.aisd.net
Tarrant County

Aubrey ISD
415 Tisdell Ln; Aubrey TX 76227
Phone: 940 365-2721
Web site: www.aubreyisd.net
Denton County

Avalon ISD
111 East Main; Avalon TX 76623
Phone: 972 627-3251
Web site: avalon.tx.schoolwebpages.com
Ellis County

Azle ISD
300 Roe St; Azle TX 76020
Phone: 817 444-3235
Web site: www.azleisd.net
Tarrant County

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Birdville ISD
6125 E Belknap St; Haltom City TX 76117
Phone: 817 547-5700
Web site: www.birdville.k12.tx.us
Tarrant County

Bland ISD
6164 FM 2194 Brian Garner, Merit TX 75458
Phone: (903) 776-2239
Web site: www.blandisd.net
Collin County

Blue Ridge ISD
10688 CR 504; Blue Ridge; TX. 75424
Phone: (972) 752-5554
Collin County

Burleson ISD
1160 S W Wilshire Blvd; Burleson TX 76028
Phone: 817 245-1000
Web site: www.burlesonisd.net
Tarrant and Johnson counties

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Carroll ISD
3051 Dove Rd; Grapevine TX 76051
Phone: 817 949-8222
Web site: www.southlakecarroll.edu
Tarrant County

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
1445 N. Perry Road; Carrollton TX 75006
Phone: 972 968-6100
Web site: www.cfbisd.edu
Dallas and Denton counties

Castleberry ISD
315 Churchill Rd; Fort Worth TX 76114-3729
Phone: 817 252-2000
Web site: www.castleberryisd.net
Tarrant County

Cedar Hill ISD
285 Uptown Blvd; Cedar Hill TX 75104
Phone: 972 291-1581
Web site: www.chisd.com
Dallas County

Celeste ISD
207 S 5th St.; Celeste; TX 75423
Phone: (903) 568-4825
Collin County

Celina ISD
205 S Colorado; Celina TX 75009
Phone: 469 742-9100 or 972 382-2751
Web site: www.celinaisd.com
Collin and Denton counties

Cleburne ISD
505 N Ridgeway; Cleburne TX 76033
Phone: 817 202-1100
Web site: www.cleburne.k12.tx.us
Johnson County

Community ISD
615 FM 1138 North, Nevada TX 75173
Phone: (972) 853-2474
Web site: www.communityisd.org
Collin County

Coppell ISD
200 S Denton Tap Rd; Coppell TX 75019-3205
Phone: 214 496-6000
Dallas County

Crandall ISD
300 West Lewis; Crandall TX 75114
Phone: 972 427-8002
Web site: www.crandall-isd.net
Kaufman County

Crowley ISD
512 Peach St; Crowley TX 76036
Phone: 817 297-5800
Web site: www.crowley.k12.tx.us
Tarrant and Johnson counties

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Dallas ISD
3700 Ross Ave; Dallas TX 75204-5491
Phone: 972 925-3700
Web site: www.dallasisd.org
Dallas County

De Soto ISD
200 E Belt Line Rd; Desoto TX 75115
Phone: 972 223-6666
Web site: www2.desotoisd.org
Dallas County

Denton ISD
1307 N Locust St; Denton TX 76201
Phone: 940 369-0000
Web site: www.dentonisd.org
Denton County

Duncanville ISD
802 S Main St; Duncanville TX 75137
Phone: 972 708-2000
Web site: www3.duncanvilleisd.org
Dallas County

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Eagle Mt-Saginaw ISD
1200 Old Decatur Rd; Fort Worth TX 76179
Phone: 817 232-0880
Web site: www.emsisd.com
Tarrant County

Ennis ISD
303 W. Knox; Ennis Texas 75120
Phone: 972 875-9027
Web site: www.ennis.k12.tx.us
Ellis County

Era ISD
FM 922 at Hornet Dr; Era TX
Phone: 940 665-2007
Web site: www.eraisd.net
Denton County

Everman ISD
608 Townley Dr; Everman TX 76140
Phone: 817 568-3500
Web site: www.eisd.org
Tarrant County

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Farmersville ISD
501-A Hwy 78 N; Farmersville; TX 75442
Phone: (972) 782-6601
Web site: www.farmersvilleisd.net
Collin County

Ferris ISD
305 E 5th St; Ferris TX 75125
Phone: 972 544-3858
Web site: www.ferrisisd.org
Dallas and Ellis counties

Forney ISD
600 S Bois D'arc St; Forney TX 75126
Phone: 972 564-4055
Web site: webapps.forneyisd.net
Kaufman County

Fort Worth ISD
100 N University Dr; Fort Worth TX 76107
Phone: 817 871-2000
Web site: www.fwisd.org
Tarrant County

Frisco ISD
6942 Maple St; Frisco TX 75034
Phone: 469 633-6000
Web site: www.friscoisd.org
Collin and Denton counties

Frost ISD
208 North Wyrick Street; Frost TX 76641
Phone: 903 682-2711
Web site: www.frostisd.org
Ellis County

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Garland ISD
501 S Jupiter; Garland TX 75042
Phone: 972 494-8201
Web site: www.garlandisd.net
Dallas County

Godley ISD
512 Links Dr; Godley TX 76044
Phone: 817 389-2536
Web site: www.godleyisd.net
Tarrant and Johnson counties

Granbury ISD
600 W Pearl St; Granbury TX 76048
Phone: 817 408-4000
Web site: www.granburyisd.org
Johnson County

Grand Prairie ISD
2602 South Belt Line Road; Grand Prairie TX 75052
Phone: 972 264-6141
Web site: www.gpisd.org
Dallas County

Grandview ISD
1009 Carroll; Grandview TX 76050
Phone: 817 866-2450
Web site: www.gvisd.org
Johnson County

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
3051 Ira E Woods Ave; Grapevine TX 76051
Phone: 817 488-9588
Web site: www.gcisd-k12.org
Dallas and Tarrant counties

Gunter ISD
213 North 8th Street, Gunter TX 75058
Phone: (903) 433-4750
Web site: www.gunterisd.org
Collin County

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Highland Park ISD
7015 Westchester Dr; Dallas TX 75205-1061
Phone: 214 780-3000
Web site: www.hpisd.org
Dallas County

Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD
1849a Central Dr; Bedford TX 76022
Phone: 817 283-4461
Web site: www.hebisd.edu
Tarrant County

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Irving ISD
2621 W. Airport Freeway; Irving TX 75062
Phone: 972 215-5000
Web site: www.irvingisd.net
Dallas County

Italy ISD
300 S College; Italy TX 76651
Phone: 972 483-1815
Web site: www.italyisd.org
Ellis County

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Joshua ISD
310 E. 18th Street; Joshua TX 76058
Phone: 817 202-2500
Web site: www.joshuaisd.org
Johnson County

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Kaufman ISD
1000 S Houston St; Kaufman TX 75142
Phone: 972 932-2622
Web site: kaufman.ednet10.net
Kaufman County

Keene ISD
404 Charger Dr.; Keene TX 76059
Phone: 817 774-5200
Web site: www.keeneisd.org
Johnson County

Keller ISD
350 Keller Pkwy; Keller TX 76248
Phone: 817 744-1000
Web site: www.kellerisd.net
Tarrant County

Kemp ISD
905 S Main St; Kemp TX 75143
Phone: 903 498-1314
Web site: kemp.ednet10.net
Kaufman County

Kennedale ISD
901 Wildcat Way; Kennedale TX 76060
Phone: 817 563-8000
Web site: www.kennedale.net
Tarrant County

Krum ISD
809 E Mccart; Krum TX 76249
Phone: 940 482-6000
Web site: www.krumisd.net
Denton County

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Lake Dallas ISD
315 E. Hundley; Lake Dallas TX 75065
Phone: 940 497-4039
Web site: www.ldisd.net
Denton County

Lake Worth ISD
6800 Telephone Rd; Lake Worth TX 76135
Phone: 817 306-4205
Web site: www.lwisd.org
Tarrant County

Lancaster ISD
422 S Centre Ave; Lancaster TX 75146
Phone: 972 218-1400
Web site: www.lancasterisd.org
Dallas County

Leonard ISD
# 1 Tiger Alley; Leonard; TX. 75452
Phone: (903) 587-2318
Web site: www.leonardisd.org

Lewisville ISD
1800 Timber Creek Road; Flower Mound TX 75028
Phone: 469 713-5200
Web site: www.lisd.net
Denton County

Little Elm ISD
500 Lobo Ln; Little Elm TX 75068
Phone: 972 292-1847
Web site: www.leisd.ws
Denton County

Lovejoy ISD
259 County Club Rd.; Allen; TX. 75002
Phone: (972) 562-5077
Web site: www.lovejoyisd.net
Collin County

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Mabank ISD
310 E Market St; Mabank TX 75147
Phone: 903 880-1300
Web site: www.mabankisd.net
Kaufman County

Mansfield ISD
605 E Broad St; Mansfield TX 76063
Phone: 817 299-6300
Web site: www.mansfieldisd.org
Tarrant and Johnson counties

Maypearl ISD
400 Panther Lane; Maypearl TX 76064
Phone: 972 435-1000
Web site: www.maypearlisd.org
Ellis County

McKinney ISD
#1 Duvall St.; McKinney; TX. 75069
Phone: (469) 742-4070
Web site: www.mckinneyisd.net
Collin County

Melissa ISD
1904 Cooper; Melissa; TX. 75454-0127
Phone: (972) 837-2411
Web site: www.melissaisd.org
Collin County

Mesquite ISD
405 E Davis St; Mesquite TX 75149
Phone: 972 288-6411
Web site: www.mesquiteisd.org
Dallas County

Midlothian ISD
100 Walter Stephenson Rd; Midlothian TX 76065
Phone: 972 775-8296
Web site: www.midlothian-isd.net
Ellis County

Milford ISD
700 S Main St Milford; TX 76670
Phone: 972 493-2911
Web site: www.milfordisd.org
Ellis County

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Northwest ISD
2001 Texan Dr.; Justin TX 76247
Phone: 817 215-0000
Web site: www.nisdtx.org
Tarrant and Denton counties

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Palmer ISD
418 West Jefferson Street; Palmer TX 75152
Phone: 972 449-3389
Web site: www.palmer-isd.org
Ellis County

Pilot Point ISD
829 S Harrison St; Pilot Point TX 76258
Phone: 940 686-5221
Web site: www.pilotpointisd.com
Denton County

Plano ISD
2700 W 15th; Plano; TX 75075
Phone: (469) 752-8100
Web site: www.pisd.edu
Collin County

Ponder ISD
300 W Bailey St.; Ponder TX
Phone: 940 479-8200
Web site: www.ponderisd.net
Denton County

Princeton ISD
321 Panther Pkwy.; Princeton; TX. 75407
Phone: (972) 736-3503
Web site: www.princetonisd.net
Collin County

Prosper ISD
605 E. Seventh St.; Prosper TX 75078
Phone: 972 346-3316
Web site: www.prosper-isd.net
Collin and Denton counties

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Quinlan ISD
301 E Main St; Quinlan TX 75474
Phone: 903 356-3293
Web site: www.quinlanisd.net
Kaufman County

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Red Oak ISD
156 Louise Ritter Blvd.; Red Oak TX 75154
Phone: 972 617-2941
Web site: www.redoakisd.org
Ellis County

Richardson ISD
400 S Greenville Ave; Richardson TX 75081
Phone: 469 593-0000
Web site: www.richardson.k12.tx.us
Dallas County

Rio Vista ISD
100 Eagle Drive; Rio Vista TX 76093
Phone: 817 373-2241
Web site: www.rvisd.net
Johnson County

Rockwall ISD
1050 Williams; Rockwall TX 75087-3832
Phone: 972 771-0605
Web site: www.rockwallisd.com
Rockwall and Kaufman counties

Royse City ISD
700 FM 2642 Royse City; TX 75189
Phone: 972 636-2413
Web site: www.rcisd.org
Rockwall and Collin counties

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Sanger ISD
601 Elm Street; Sanger TX 76266
Phone: 940 458-7438
Web site: www.sangerisd.net
Denton County

Scurry-Rosser ISD
10705 S State Hwy 34; Scurry TX 75158
Phone: 972 452-8823
Web site: www.scurry-rosser.com
Kaufman County

Slidell ISD
#1 Greyhound Lane; Slidell TX 76267
Phone: 940 466-3118
Web site: www.slidellisd.net
Denton County

Sunnyvale ISD
417 E Tripp Rd; Sunnyvale TX 75182
Phone: 972 226-7601
Web site: www.sunnyvaleisd.com
Dallas County

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Terrell ISD
700 N Catherine St; Terrell TX 75160
Phone: 972 563-7504
Web site: www.terrellisd.com
Kaufman County

Trenton ISD
2289 FM 815, Trenton TX 75490
Phone: (903) 989-2245
Web site: www.trentonisd.com
Collin County

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Van Alstyne ISD
203 S. College St., Van Alstyne TX 75495
Phone: (903) 482-8802
Web site: www.vanalstyneisd.org
Collin County

Venus ISD
401 S. Hickory Street; Venus TX 76084
Phone: 972 366-3448
Web site: www.venusisd.net
Johnson County

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Waxahachie ISD
411 N Gibson St; Waxahachie TX 75165
Phone: 972 923-4631
Web site: www.wisd.org
Ellis County

White Settlement ISD
401 S Cherry Ln; White Settlement TX 76108
Phone: 817 367-5349
Web site: (No Web Site)
Tarrant County

Whitewright ISD
PO Box 888; Whitewright; TX. 75491
Phone: (903) 364-2155
Collin County

Wills Point ISD
338 W N Commerce St; Wills Point TX 75169
Phone: 903 873-3161
Web site: www.wpisd.com
Kaufman County

Wylie ISD
951 South Ballard Avenue, Wylie TX 75098
Phone: (972) 442-5444
Web site: www.wylieisd.net
Collin County

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July 01, 2008
6 - 9 p.m.
Homemaker CEO, Inc. Women's Small Business Training
Contact: MPAC
Artist Studio, McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 111 N. Tennessee, McKinney
Phone: 214 544-4630
Web: www.homemakerceo.org and Web: www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org
Admission: Free. Open to the public.
Event includes training for women to start home-based businesses with little or no outside funding. The 6-week course began on June 10, 2008.

July 01, 2008
July 1 - 2 at 7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. East Texas Pump Jacks collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 01, 2008
July 1 - Aug. 31
"Rat Snakes to Rattlers" exhibit
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary; 1 Nature Place; McKinney
Phone: 972 562-5566
E-mail: smann@heardmuseum.org
Web: www.heardmuseum.org

July 01, 2008
Bank Holiday
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 01, 2008
Dominion Day in Canada
Also called "Canada Day" in Canada
Annual. Same date each year.

July 01, 2008
Half-year Holiday
Hong Kong observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 01, 2008
Miami @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

July 01, 2008
Texas Rangers @ New York baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 02, 2008
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July 02, 2008
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Heard Naturalist Art Camp
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary; 1 Nature Place; McKinney
Phone: 972 562-5566
E-mail: smann@heardmuseum.org
Web: www.heardmuseum.org
Admission: Event is for children ages 7-12 years. E-mail registration required.
Classes teach drawing and watercolor skills and more.

July 02, 2008
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Art History Brown Bag Series
Heard-Craig House; 205 W. Hunt; McKinney
Phone: 972-569-6909
Web: www.heardcraig.org
Admission: Free admission. Bring a sack lunch.
Series. Held the first Wednesday of the month

July 02, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. East Texas Pump Jacks collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 02, 2008
Texas Rangers @ New York baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 03, 2008
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July 03, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Coppell Copperheads collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 03, 2008
7:15 p.m.
"Patriotic Celebration" concert by the Plano Community Band
Haggard Park, 15th Street, historic downtown Plano
E-mail: info@planoband.com
Web: www.planoband.com
Admission: Free.
Bring picnic baskets, blankes and family.
Annual concert series.

July 03, 2008
9:30 p.m.
Wylie Independence Day Celebration
Contact: Wylie PARD
Founders Park, Wylie
Phone: 972 442-1744
E-mail: parks@wylietexas.gov
Web: www.wylietexas.gov
Admission: Free.
Fireworks only.

July 03, 2008
9:15 p.m.
Addison Kaboom Town
Contact: The Town of Addison presents
Addison Conference and Theatre Centre, 15650 Addison Road
Phone: 800 ADDISON
Web: www.addisontexas.net
Admission: Free.
Event features about 2,000 shells, ranging from 3 to 8 inches. Six hundred bursts make up the minutelong finale.
radio simulcast from the party begins at 7 p.m.
The Cavanaugh Flight Museum provides flybys using warplanes from World Wars I and II, Vietnam and Korea.
Annual, Est. 1987, same date each year.

July 04, 2008
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July 04, 2008
Independence Day in U.S.A.
Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
To send a digital greeting card, visit: www1.bluemountain.com/index.html
Annual. Same date each year.

July 04, 2008
Fireworks 1K and 5K Race
Stonebridge Beach Club; 6203 Virginia Pkwy.
Phone: 214 726-9886
Event features a challenging race for the whole family; music; food and prizes.
Stonebridge Racers present.

July 04, 2008
7/4-5/08 at 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.on Fri. and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat.
McKinney "Red, White and Boom" events
Contact: McKinney PARD
Historic Downtown McKinney and McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch
Phone: 972 547-2660
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Admission: Free
Event features parade, car show, veterans salute, sidewalk sales, live music, food, fly-over, ice cream crank-off and fireworks.
Headline events include American Idol’s Josh Gracin and the 13th Annual Killis Melton Ice Cream Crank-Off.
Mainstreet McKinney presents
Annual.

July 04, 2008
10:30 a.m.
McKinney Hometown Parade
Contact: McKinney PARD
Historic Downtown McKinney
Phone: 972 547-2660
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org

July 04, 2008
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
North Texas History Center Family Day
Phone: 972-542-9457
Web: www.northtexashistorycenter.org
Admission: $6 per family or $2 per individual.
Event features family-centered activities.

July 04, 2008
4 - 9:30 p.m.
Anna Freedom Fest
4th Street Anna; TX
4th of July Celebration
Annual; Est. 2008.

July 04, 2008
4 p.m.
Frisco Freedom Fest
Contact: Dana Baird, director of communications and media relations
Simpson Plaza at City Hall and Pizza Hut Park, Frisco
Phone: 972 292-5080
E-mail: dbaird@friscotexas.gov
Web: www.friscofun.org
Admission: Free at City Hall.
Event features a performance by The Temptations Review, MLS game of FC Dallas vs. KC Wizards and the biggest fireworks show in North Texas.
Party in the Plaza is from 4 - 9 p.m. It features the Taste of Frisco, a community stage, Hometown Heroes exhibit and Chidlrens Expo.
FC Dallas vs. Kansas City Wizards MLS soccer game from 6 - 8 p.m.; live music concert from 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.; fireworks from 9:30 - 9:45 p.m. and The Temptations Review concert at 10 p.m.

July 04, 2008
6 - 10:15 p.m.
Richardson's Family 4th of July Celebration
Contact: Geoff Fairchild
Breckinridge Park (just south of the intersection of Renner and Brand roads), Richardson
Phone: 972 744-4583
Web: www.cor.net
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Event features Richardson Community Band, local rock ’n’ roll music, vendors, balloon artists, bounce houses, food concessions and a fireworks show at about 9:45 p.m.
Bring picnics, blankets, and/or lawn chairs. Soft drinks and water will be available for purchase.
Limited parking at the park. Additional parking available at Rockwell International (southeast corner of Renner and Shiloh roads). Free DART shuttle from 5 - 11:30 p.m.
Annual, Est. 1997, same date each year.

People watch from a gazebo as fireworks burst against the twilight sky during Richardson's Fourth of July event at Breckinridge Park in Richardson. Hundreds of local residents converged at Breckinridge Park for the city-sponsored event.

© Mark M. Hancock

July 04, 2008
9:30 p.m.
All-American Fourth fireworks
Contact: City of Plano
Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve, 2801 Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Web: www.plano.gov
Admission: Free parking and admission.
Event features fireworks simulcast on KLAK 97.5 FM.
Limited concessions will be available.
Annual.

July 04, 2008
July 4 - 6
Blue Thunder baseball vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 04, 2008
Kansas City @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

July 04, 2008
July 4 - 6
Super Series Qualifiers baseball
6151 Alma Road; The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.theballfields.com
7U - 14U Amer./Nat.; 15U - 18U High School Div. Super Series Qualifiers (Baseball)

July 04, 2008
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 05, 2008
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July 05, 2008
McKinney "Red, White and Boom" events continues

July 05, 2008
July 5-6; 11-13: July 5; 11 and 12 at 8 p.m. and July 6 and 13 at 2 p.m.
"The Music Man" performance
McKinney North High School; McKinney
Phone: 214-544-4630
Web: www.mckinneysummermusicals.com
Admission: $21 for adults; $16 for ages 12 and under.
The McKinney Summer Musicals present.

July 05, 2008
July 4 - 6
Blue Thunder baseball vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 05, 2008
Independence Day in Venezuela
Annual. Same date each year.

July 05, 2008
Super Series Qualifiers baseball continues

July 05, 2008
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 06, 2008
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July 06, 2008
July 4 - 6
Blue Thunder baseball vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 06, 2008
Super Series Qualifiers baseball continues

July 06, 2008
Texas Rangers @ Baltimore baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 07, 2008
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July 07, 2008
7 p.m.
Continental Baseball League Home Run Derby
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 07, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 08, 2008
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July 08, 2008
7 p.m.
Continental Baseball League All-Star Game
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 08, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 08, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Charleston @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

July 09, 2008
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Wednesday

July 09, 2008
Independence Day in Argentina
Annual. Same date each year.

July 09, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 09, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Brazos Valley Bombers collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 10, 2008
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July 10, 2008
Bon (Feast of Fortune)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 10, 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.

July 10, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Los Angeles @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 10, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. East Texas Pump Jacks collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 10, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Cool Thursdays Concert features Christies Ex
Dallas Aboretum, Dallas
Phone: 214 515-6521
Web: dallasarboretum.org
Admission: $6 members or $16 for non-members.
Series. Held each Thursday in May - July.

July 10, 2008
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Jammin’ in July concert series features Havana NRG
Contact: McKinney PARD
Towne Lake Park, McKinney
Phone: 972 547-7480
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Admission: Free concert.
City of McKinney sponsors.
Weekly summer concert series.

July 10, 2008
July 10-27
"Gutenberg the Musical" performance
Sanders Theatre, Fort Worth Community Arts Center
Web: amphibianproductions.org

July 11, 2008
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July 11, 2008
July 11 - July 13 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Corpus Christi baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 11, 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 Hawaiian-themed entertainment; refreshments; late shopping; sidewalk sales and gift drawings.
Series held each Friday in July.

July 11, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Chicago @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 11, 2008
8 - 10 p.m.
Downtown Wylie Street Dance
Contact: Wylie PARD
Ballard Street, Wylie
Phone: 972 442-1744
E-mail: parks@wylietexas.gov
Web: www.wylietexas.gov
Admission: Free.
Event features a performance by Brent Frailicks.

July 11, 2008
July 11-12 doors open at 6:30 p.m.; rodeo starts at 8 p.m.
Mesquite Championship Rodeo
Mesquite Championship Resistol Arena; 1818 Rodeo Drive; Mesquite TX 75149
Phone: 972 285-8777
Web: www.mesquiterodeo.com
Admission: $7-30. All seats are reserved.
Rodeo features bull riding, saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, ladies barrel racing and children's activities in an air-conditioned venue.
Annual series, Est. 1958. Held each Friday and Saturday in April - Sept.

July 11, 2008
9 p.m.
Stoney LaRue concert
Lone Star Park; 1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $2 gate admission plus parking. Concert tickets are $3 before 9 p.m. and $15 after 9 p.m.
Lone Star Park presents.

Stoney LaRue performs during the DudeBrahBrew Music Festival in the Ford Pavilion in Beaumont on Friday; July 21; 2006.
Photos by Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise

July 11, 2008
July 11-13; 18-20
"Move Over; Mrs. Markham” performance
Phone: 214-544-4630
Web: www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org
Performance benefits the Samaritan Inn.
McKinney Repertory Theatre presents

July 11, 2008
July 11-12
Cowgirls of Faith Round-Up
Myers Park & Event Center; 7117 C.R. 166; McKinney
E-mail: info@feedlotministries.org
Admission: $55 for both days
Event is a women’s conference. It features Susie Luchsinger; Bent Bucket and an Ultimate Cowgirl Competition.

July 12, 2008
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July 12, 2008
Orangemen's Day
Northern Ireland observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 12, 2008
July 12-13 at 7 a.m. tee time both days
Allen City Championship Golf Tournament
Chase Oaks Golf Club; Allen
Phone: 972 517-7777
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $115 per player; players must be 18 or older. Register to play; public invited to watch.

July 12, 2008
Stars of Texas horse races feature Dollar Day
Lone Star Park; 1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $1 general admission; general parking; programs; hot dogs; popcorn; soft drinks and draft beer during the races.
Stars of Texas Day features multiple stakes races for Texas-bred horses and live Country music by Haywire from noon to 4 p.m.
Six stakes races for horses from Texas include: $125;000 Texas Stallion Stakes (colts & geldings); $125;000 Texas Stallion Stakes (fillies); $100;000 Assault Stakes; $50;000 Allen Bogan Memorial Stakes; $50;000 Valor Farm Stakes and $50;000 Harold V. Goo

Mark M. Hancock / © The Dallas Morning News
Eddie Martin; Jr. rides Rare Cure (No. 1; right) to a first place finish in the 8th running of the Bob Johnson Memorial race at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie on Saturday; July 3; 2004.

July 12, 2008
6 - 9:30 p.m.
Downtown at Sundown concert series
Contact: Jon Hubach, HDPA Downtown Planner
Downtown Plano, 15th St. at Ave. K, Plano
Phone: 214-674-3225
E-mail: jonhu@plano.gov
Web: www.visitdowntownplano.com
Event includes, art walk, food vendors, community group booths, extended shopping hours, Performers include Jo Jonas Band followed by Guys and Dolls.
Held on the 2nd Saturday of each summer month.

July 12, 2008
6:05 p.m.
Chicago @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 12, 2008
July 11 - July 13 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Corpus Christi baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 12, 2008
8-10 p.m.
July Jazz in Addison
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web: www.addisontexas.net
Event features live Jazz music while dining at Addison Circle restaurants.

July 12, 2008
Second Saturday Artwalk
Web: www.downtownmckinney.com
Much of McKinney's downtown square is open late. Event features live music in many locations.

July 13, 2008
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July 13, 2008
2:05 p.m.
Chicago @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 4

July 13, 2008
July 11 - July 13 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Corpus Christi baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 14, 2008
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Monday

July 14, 2008
Bastille Day
France observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 14, 2008
7:15 p.m.
Plano Community Band concert
Haggard Park, 15th Street, historic downtown Plano
E-mail: info@planoband.com
Web: www.planoband.com
Admission: Free.
Bring picnic baskets, blankes and family.
Annual concert series.

July 14, 2008
July 14-Sept. 28
Native Texas Butterflies exhibit
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary; 1 Nature Place; McKinney
Phone: 972 562-5566
E-mail: smann@heardmuseum.org
Web: www.heardmuseum.org
Event features hundreds of butterflies in a large butterfly house.

July 15, 2008
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Tuesday

July 15, 2008
St. Swithin's Day

“If thou dost rain,
For forty days it will remain,
St. Swithin's day,
If thou be fair,
For forty days 'twill rain no more”
Annual. Same date each year.

July 15, 2008
July 15 - July 16 at 7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Coppell Copperheads collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 16, 2008
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Wednesday

July 16, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Coppell Copperheads collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 17, 2008
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Thursday

July 17, 2008
Constitution Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

July 17, 2008
July 17 - 18 at 7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. East Texas Pump Jacks collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 17, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Cool Thursdays Concert features The Texas Gypsies
Dallas Aboretum, Dallas
Phone: 214 515-6521
Web: dallasarboretum.org
Admission: $6 members or $16 for non-members.
Series. Held each Thursday in May - July.

July 17, 2008
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Jammin’ in July concert series features Latin Jazz
Contact: McKinney PARD
Towne Lake Park, McKinney
Phone: 972 547-7480
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Admission: Free concert.
City of McKinney sponsors.
Weekly summer concert series.

July 17, 2008
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
The Vegas Stars 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.

July 18, 2008
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Friday

July 18, 2008
National Day in Spain
Annual. Same date each year.

July 18, 2008
July 18 - 20 and 25 - 27 at 3 - 9 p.m. on Fri, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. on Sat and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sun.
Dallas Summer Boat Show
Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas TX 75207
Phone: 469 549-0673
E-mail: dallasboatshow@earthlink.net
Web: dallasboatshow.net
Admission: Adults - $8, Children 13 and under - $4, Infants 3 and under - Free
Show features more than 800 boats and 1st annual Concrete Bash wakeboard rail jam.
Annual. Est. 1954

photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA
Brian Purcell of Barry, Texas (right) and his son Colton Purcell, 9, (left) inspect a Sea Ray 44 Sundancer during the Dallas Boat Show at Dallas Market Hall in Dallas on Friday, July 25, 2008.

July 18, 2008
7 p.m.
The Roof Raisers concert
Lone Star Park; 1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $2 gate admission plus parking.

July 18, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. East Texas Pump Jacks collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 18, 2008
7:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Minnesota baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 18, 2008
July 18-19 doors open at 6:30 p.m.; rodeo starts at 8 p.m.
Mesquite Championship Rodeo
Mesquite Championship Resistol Arena; 1818 Rodeo Drive; Mesquite TX 75149
Phone: 972 285-8777
Web: www.mesquiterodeo.com
Admission: $7-30. All seats are reserved.
Rodeo features bull riding, saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, ladies barrel racing and children's activities in an air-conditioned venue.
Annual series, Est. 1958. Held each Friday and Saturday in April - Sept.

July 18, 2008
Ball in the House
Carpenter Performance Hall, Irving
Phone: 972 252-ARTS
Web: irvingartscenter.com

July 18, 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 Western-themed entertainment; refreshments; late shopping; sidewalk sales and gift drawings.
Series held each Friday in July.

July 18, 2008
July 18-20
Lazy Dragon Con
Contact: Ben Daw
Quality Inn; 1300 N. Central Expressway; McKinney
Phone: 972 948-3320
E-mail: bendaw@lazydragon.com
Web: www.lazydragon.com
Event is a science-fiction/fantasy themed party-convention featuring celebrity guests; artists; authors; charity auction; games and vendors.
Event benefits The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

July 18, 2008
July 18-20; 2008
Lonestar Inventor Expo
Plano Centre, Plano
Phone: 214 717-4477
Web: lonestarexpo.net
Event features inventors, associations, manufacturers, retailers and more.

July 18, 2008
July 18-20
Third Monday Trade Days
Phone: 972 562-5466
Web: www.tmtd.com
Admission: Free Admission. Parking $3.
Event is one of Texas' oldest and largest flea markets.

July 18, 2008
July 18-20; 2008
Third Monday Trade Days
US Hwy 380, two miles west of US Hwy 75, McKinney
Web: tmtd.com
Several hundred indoor and outdoor booths feature antiques; food; products and more.
Regularly scheduled event. Held on the third Monday of each month.

July 19, 2008
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July 19, 2008
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Blue Ridge Hog Show
Myers Park; 7117 C.R. 166; McKinney
Phone: 214 385-9560

July 19, 2008
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Hawaiian Night
Contact: McKinney PARD
Juanita Maxfield Aquatic Center, 1701 North McDonald, McKinney
Phone: 972 542-9718
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Event features water, music, games, prizes and food for the whole family.
Annual. Est. 2001.

July 19, 2008
6:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Minnesota baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 19, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Colorado @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com
Broadcast on Ch. 52

July 19, 2008
8-10 p.m.
July Jazz in Addison
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Event features live Jazz music while dining at Addison Circle restaurants.

July 19, 2008
"Reservations for Murder" murder mystery dinner
Contact: U.S. Actors Company presents
Old Bedford School, 2400 School Lane, Bedford
Phone: 817 952-2290
Web: oldbedfordschool.com

July 19, 2008
Lonestar Inventor Expo continues

July 19, 2008
Railroading 101
Museum of the American Railroad, Dallas
Phone: 214 428-0101
Web: dallasrailwaymuseum.com
Event features a demonstration of railroad hand signals, railroad safety methods and more.

July 20, 2008
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Sunday

July 20, 2008
Independence Day in Colombia
Annual. Same date each year.

July 20, 2008
1:10 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Minnesota baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 20, 2008
Lonestar Inventor Expo continues

July 21, 2008
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July 21, 2008
National Holiday in Belgium
Annual. Same dates each year.

July 21, 2008
July 21-26 at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
"Rumpelstiltskin"
Contact: Tiffany Robertson
Allen Public Library
Phone: 214 509-4707
E-mail: rrobertson@cityofallen.org
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $75 participation for ages 5 to 18 years. Registration required.
Week-long program features a chance to learn about performing in a musical and presenting a complete theater production.
Missoula Children’s Theater Presents

July 21, 2008
7:11 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Chicago baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 22, 2008
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Tuesday

July 22, 2008
National Liberation Day in Poland
Annual. Same date each year.

July 22, 2008
July 22 - July 24 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Bay Area baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 22, 2008
7:11 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Chicago baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 23, 2008
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July 23, 2008
1:05 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Chicago baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 23, 2008
July 22 - July 24 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Bay Area baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 24, 2008
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July 24, 2008
Simon Bolivar's Birthday
Ecuador and Venezuela observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 24, 2008
July 22 - July 24 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Bay Area baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 24, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Cool Thursdays Concert features The Grass Roots
Dallas Aboretum, Dallas
Phone: 214 515-6521
Web: dallasarboretum.org
Admission: $18 members or $25 for non-members.
Series. Held each Thursday in May - July.

July 24, 2008
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Jammin’ in July concert series features the McKinney Community Band
Contact: McKinney PARD
Towne Lake Park, McKinney
Phone: 972 547-7480
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Admission: Free concert.
City of McKinney sponsors.
Weekly summer concert series.

July 24, 2008
July 24-27; 31- Aug. 3; 2008
"Seussical" performance
Granville Arts Center; Garland
Phone: 972 485-8884
Web: garlandcivictheatre.org

July 24, 2008
July 24 - Aug. 23; 2008
"Unnecessary Farce" performance
Circle Theatre, Fort Worth
Web: circletheatre.com

July 25, 2008
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July 25, 2008
St. James Day
Spain observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 25, 2008
July 25-27 at 5-10 p.m. on Fri; 4-10 p.m. on Sat. and 1-10 p.m. on Sun.
Celebration of Hispanic culture
LaGrave Field; 301 NE 6th St.; Fort Worth; TX 76106
Phone: 800-775-2774
E-mail:
Web: iemshows.com/fiesta
Admission: Free.
Event features a carnival; live music on two stages; food vendors; a car show; batting cages; a jalepeño-eating contest and a children's area.
Annual

July 25, 2008
July 25-27 at 7 p.m. each day with a 1 p.m. matinee on Saturday
"Willy Wonka Junior" performance
MPAC; McKinney
Admission: $6.50 for general admission.
The McKinney Rep Summer Youth Camp presents.

July 25, 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 family-themed entertainment; refreshments; late shopping; sidewalk sales and gift drawings.
Series held each Friday in July.

July 25, 2008
7 p.m.
King Cone and the Tailgate Philharmonic concert
Lone Star Park; 1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $2 gate admission plus parking.

July 25, 2008
7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Coppell Copperheads collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 25, 2008
July 25-26 doors open at 6:30 p.m.; rodeo starts at 8 p.m.
Mesquite Championship Rodeo
Mesquite Championship Resistol Arena; 1818 Rodeo Drive; Mesquite TX 75149
Phone: 972 285-8777
Web: www.mesquiterodeo.com
Admission: $7-30. All seats are reserved.
Rodeo features bull riding, saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, ladies barrel racing and children's activities in an air-conditioned venue.
Annual series, Est. 1958. Held each Friday and Saturday in April - Sept.

July 25, 2008
9:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 25, 2008
11 p.m. - 7 a.m.
Youth Center Lock-In
The Edge at Allen Station Park Youth Center; Allen
Phone: 214 509-4760
Web: www.cityofallen.org
Admission: $20 members/$25 non-members for youths ages 10-17 years. Registration required.
Event features video game tournaments; dodgeball; movies and games. Concessions are available and meals are provided.

July 25, 2008
July 25 - Aug. 9
"Footloose" performance
Contact: Plaza Theatre Company presents
Plaza Theatre, 111 S. Main, Cleburne
Phone: 817 202-0600
Web: plaza-theatre.com

July 25, 2008
July 25 - Aug. 16; 2008
"Jersey Boys" performance
Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
Phone: 214 217-1536
Web: dallassummermusicals.org

July 25, 2008
July 25 - Aug. 9; 2008
"Nine" performance
Dupree Theater, Irving
Phone: 972 252-2787

July 25, 2008
July 25-26; 2008
"The Lion's Whiskers" marionette performance
Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.; Irving
Phone: 972 252-ARTS
Web: irvingartscenter.com

July 25, 2008
July 25 - Aug. 3; 2008
"Will Rogers Follies" performance
Granville Arts Center, Main Auditorium, Garland
Phone: 972 205-2790

July 25, 2008
July 25-27; 2008
Dallas Dressage Club Show
Henderson County Fairgrounds, Athens
Phone: 903 644-6454

July 26, 2008
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July 26, 2008
6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cloud 9 Productions Horse Show
Myers Park; 7117 C.R. 166; McKinney
Phone: 214 679-4349

July 26, 2008
7 a.m.
Goatneck 100K Bike Ride
Cleburne High School, Cleburne
Web: thegoatneck.com
Event features 10-mile, 25-mile and 100 kilometer rides.

July 26, 2008
Lone Star Park Fan Appreciation Day
Lone Star Park; 1000 Lone Star Parkway; Grand Prairie TX 75050
Phone:972 263-RACE (263-7223)
E-mail: feedback@lonestarpark.com
Web: lonestarpark.com
Admission: $2 gate admission plus parking.
Event features prizes; pony rides; a petting zoo and bounce houses from noon to 4 p.m.
At 4 p.m. Mars Hill performs in concert at the Courtyard of Champions Stage/

July 26, 2008
3:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 26, 2008
July 26 - 27 at 7:05 p.m.
McKinney Marshals vs. Brazos Valley Bombers collegiate baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road at Hwy. 121; McKinney
Web: www.tclmarshals.com
Admission: $4 adults; $2 students/seniors. Children 5 and under are free.
Texas Collegiate League baseball game.

July 26, 2008
8-10 p.m.
July Jazz in Addison
Esplanade Park, Addison
Phone: 800 233-4766
Web:
Event features live Jazz music while dining at Addison Circle restaurants.

July 26, 2008
"The Lion's Whiskers" marionette performance
Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.; Irving
Phone: 972 252-ARTS
Web: irvingartscenter.com

July 26, 2008
Cooper Triathlon
Contact: Staci Brode
The Cooper Aerobic Center at Craig Ranch; 7910 Collin McKinney Parkway; McKinney TX 75070
Phone: 214 405-5092
E-mail: staci@playtri.com
Web: craigranchtx.com/cooper.htm
Event is a swim; bike and run race.

July 26, 2008
July 26-27
National Day of the American Cowboy
Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 625-9715
Web: stockyardsstation.com
Event features a parade, cowboy karaoke, stagecoach rides, best mustache contest, most worn-out boot contest, watermelon-eating contest and more.

July 26, 2008
Night Hike at Heard
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary; 1 Nature Place; McKinney
Phone: 972 562-5566
E-mail: smann@heardmuseum.org
Web: www.heardmuseum.org
Admission: Reservations requested or book a private night hike.
Event features an introduction to the nocturnal world of plants and animals.

July 27, 2008
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July 27, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Basically Beethoven Festival
Rosine Hall; Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden; 8525 Garland Rd; Dallas TX 75218
Phone: 214 520-2219
Web: fineartschamberplayers.org
Admission: Free; reservations required
Event features classical chamber music concerts. Professional musicians perform inside the (air-conditioned) Rosine Hall at the Arboretum.
Arts Chamber Players present.
Annual series is held each Sunday in July.

July 27, 2008
5 p.m. doors at 3 p.m.
Hair Art and Fashion show
Contact: Ronnie Mac
American Airlines Center; 2500 Victory Ave; Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 800 406-7711
E-mail: customer.service@shopsandsalons.com
Web: www.hairartshow.com
Admission: $30 to $100
Event features hair art logos and a fashion show with clothing and accessories made of human hair.
Event benefits Haircuts for the Helpless and Homeless; which provides mobile barber and beauty-salon services at homeless shelters and other locations.
Shops & Salons Network presents.
Annual. Est. 2008.

photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA
Members of the Corje' Dancers perform a routine during The World's Largest Hair Art & Fashion Show. HHH provides barber and beauty-salon services at homeless shelters and other locations.

July 27, 2008
3:07 p.m.
Texas Rangers @ Oakland baseball
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 27, 2008
6 p.m.
Los Angeles @ FC Dallas soccer
Pizza Hut Park, 6000 Main St., Frisco TX
Web: web.mlsnet.com

July 27, 2008
National Day of the American Cowboy
Exchange Building, Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth
Phone: 817 938-5522
Web: cowtownopry.org
Event features gunfighter shoot-out, cowboy music, arts awards, special appearances and more.

July 28, 2008
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July 28, 2008
7/28-29
Independence Day in Peru
Annual. Same dates each year.

July 28, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Seattle @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 28, 2008
7:15 p.m.
"Big Band Blowout!" concert by the Plano Community Band
Haggard Park, 15th Street, historic downtown Plano
E-mail: info@planoband.com
Web: www.planoband.com
Admission: Free.
Bring picnic baskets, blankes and family.
Annual concert series.

July 29, 2008
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July 29, 2008
July 29 - July 31 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 29, 2008
7 p.m. parade and movie at 8 p.m.
Ringling Bros. Elephant party and "Shrek 2" screening
American Airlines Center; 2500 Victory Ave; Dallas TX 75219
Phone: 214 222-3687
Web: americanairlinescenter.com
Admission: Free. Free parking in Lot F on the north side of the building.
Event features performances by clowns; an of elephants and other animals to celebrate Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus' arrival.
Shrek 2 will be presented for free on the Victory Park Screens in AT&T Plaza; courtesy of the Get Reel Summer Movie Series at Victory Park.

photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA
Fans watch as Bello walks a tightrope over the AT&T Plaza at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. It was the first time the stunt has been performed in Dallas.

July 29, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Seattle @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com
Broadcast on Ch. 27

July 30, 2008
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July 30, 2008
July 29 - July 31 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.
Fireworks after every Saturday game.

July 30, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Seattle @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 30, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Theater Quorum / 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.

July 30, 2008
July 30 - Aug. 10
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration
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. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus opens July 30 and continues through Aug. 10; 2008.
photos © Mark M. Hancock / ZUMA

July 31, 2008
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July 31, 2008
1 p.m.
"Big Thought Creative Solutions" performance and exhibit
SMU Margo Jones Theatre; Bishop Blvd.; Owen Fine Arts Center; Dallas TX 75275
Phone: 469 916-9845
Admission: Free. Reservations are recommended.
Event features a theatrical production at 1 p.m. and art exhibit at 2 p.m.
Creative Solutions seeks to keep youths off the streets by giving them other outlets and opportunities such as theater and visual art workshops. The program was created by Big Thought for at-risk teens.
Event showcases the work of program participants ages 13 to 17.

July 31, 2008
July 31 - Aug. 2 at 6-10 p.m. on Thur.; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on Fri and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sat
Plano Friends Book Sale
Oak Point Park, 2801 Spring Creek Parkway; Plano TX 75074
Phone: 972 208-8002
Web: friendsofplanolibrary.org
Admission: $5 on Thur.; Free on Fri & Sat
Book sale features hardback books; DVDs and CDs at $2. Paperback books are $1. Videocassettes; audiocassettes and records are 2 for $1. Proceeds benefit the Plano Public Libraries.
Annual. Est. 1984

July 31, 2008
July 29 - July 31 at 7 p.m.
Blue Thunder vs. Texarkana baseball
The Ballfields at Craig Ranch; 6151 Alma Road; McKinney
Web: www.bluethunderprobaseball.com
Admission: $6 adults; $4 kids (12 and under)
Continental Baseball League (professional) baseball game.

July 31, 2008
7 p.m.
Snoop Dogg; 311 concert
Superpages.com Center (formerly Smirnoff Music Centre); 1818 1st Ave; Dallas TX 75210
Phone: 214 421-1111
Web: livenation.com
Admission: $25 to $45
Show is part of Unity Tour 2008.

July 31, 2008
7:05 p.m.
Seattle @ Texas Rangers baseball
Rangers Ballpark in Arlington; 1000 Ballpark Way; Arlington TX 76011
Web: texas.rangers.mlb.com

July 31, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Cool Thursdays Concert features Fast Lane
Dallas Aboretum, Dallas
Phone: 214 515-6521
Web: dallasarboretum.org
Admission: $6 members or $16 for non-members.
Series. Held each Thursday in May - July.

July 31, 2008
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Jammin’ in July concert series features Creative Arts Jazz Orchestra
Contact: McKinney PARD
Towne Lake Park, McKinney
Phone: 972 547-7480
Web: www.mckinneytexas.org
Admission: Free concert.
City of McKinney sponsors.
Weekly summer concert series.

July 31, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Movies Under the Stars shows "Sixteen Candles"
NYLO Plano at Legacy; 8201 Preston Road; Plano; TX 75024
Phone: 972 624-6990
Web: nylohotels.com
Admission: Free admission.
NYLO Plano hotel's courtyard features movies on a 16-by-9-foot screen. Bring blankets. No lawn chairs or coolers are allowed; but an outdoor grill and bar are available with drink specials from 5 to 7 p.m.
Series held each Thursday in July.

July 31, 2008
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Professor D and the Playschool 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.

July 31, 2008
8 p.m.
Festival of Independent Theatres
Public Works Theatre / 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.

July 31, 2008
July 31- Aug. 3; 2008
"Seussical" performance
Granville Arts Center; Garland
Phone: 972 485-8884
Web: garlandcivictheatre.org

July 31, 2008
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bellobration continues

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June 07, 2008
12:30 p.m.
Richardson High School graduation ceremony
Special Events Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland 75046
Web: www.richardson.k12.tx.us
Annual.

photos © Mark M. Hancock and The Dallas Morning News
Arcery Portillo (center) shares a hug with teacher Shannon Range (right) before the Richardson High School graduation ceremony at the Special Events Center in Garland on Saturday; June 7; 2008.

June 08, 2008
Noon - 4 p.m.
Autos in the Park car show
Cooper Aerobics Center, 12200 Preston Rd., Dallas
Phone: 972 386-0306
Web: cooperaerobics.com
Exhibit fees are donated to the Cooper Institute and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.
Annual. Est. 2006.

photos © Mark M. Hancock and The Dallas Morning News
Chrome shines on an antique Cadillac during the 3rd Annual Autos in the Park car show at the Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas on Sunday; June 8; 2008. Exhibit fees were donated to the Cooper Institute and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

June 14, 2008
6 - 9:30 p.m.
Downtown at Sundown concert series
Contact: Jon Hubach, HDPA Downtown Planner
Downtown Plano, 15th St. at Ave. K, Plano
Phone: 214-674-3225
E-mail: jonhu@plano.gov
Web: www.visitdowntownplano.com
Event includes, art walk, food vendors, community group booths, extended shopping hours, Performers include Blake and Fallon followed by Scat Creek.
Held on the 2nd Saturday of each summer month.

photos © Mark M. Hancock and The Dallas Morning News
Brent Poe (center) plays guitar as Plano-based Scat Creek performs during Downtown At Sundown.

June 19, 2008
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June 19, 2008
7 - 9 p.m.
Vocal Trash performance
Amphitheater at Oak Point Park, 2801 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano
Phone: 972 941-7250
E-mail: Web-based e-mail
Web: www.vocaltrash.net
Admission: Free.
Live concert features a "faith based" band that started in Abilene.
Event is part of the Plano PARD Picnic in the Park series.

Mark M. Hancock / © NewsEagles
Chris Norwood (from left to right), Kelsey Rae, Chris Beck, Steve Linder and Sean Edins perform as the band Vocal Trash from North Richland Hills.

June 19, 2008
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Searching for Stars Finals 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.

June 20, 2008
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June 20, 2008
7 p.m.
Eddie Coker concert
Courtroom Theater, McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 111 N. Tennessee, McKinney
Phone: 214 544-4630
Web: www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org
Admission: $7 adult; $5 children
Event benefits the National Foundation for Transplants Texas Kidney/Pancreas Fund.
McKinney resident Sherri Williams is a transplant patient assisted by NFT.

June 20, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Sisters Morales performance
Contact: Frisco Parks & Rec. Department
Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy., Frisco
Phone: 972 292-6520
Web: www.friscofun.org
Admission: Free.
Frisco Grooves concert series is held each Friday through the summer.

June 21, 2008
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June 21, 2008
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Texas Veterans Benefit Fair
Contact: Michelle Davis
Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano
Phone: 214 498-8173
Web: www.texasveterans.com
Admission: Free.
Event features exhibits from various veterans organizations to assist veterans with both services and benefits. Organizations include: Texas Vet, the VA, the Texas Commission, Small Business Administration and others.

June 21, 2008
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Competition Qualifiers
Sam's Club, 1200 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano TX 75074
Web: www.nathansfamous.com
Event is one of five nationwide locations to qualify for the annual 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest.

June 21, 2008
1 - 6 p.m.
Go Skateboarding Day
Contact: Allen PARD
The Edge Youth Center, Allen Station Park, 201 E. St. Mary, Allen
Phone: 214 509-4760
Web: www.allenparks.org
Admission: Free.
Go Skateboarding Day (GSD) is the official skateboarding holiday. Event features competitions, clinics and other activities.
Annual. Occurs on June 21st each year.

Paul Adams of Dallas works a bowl during Go Skateboarding Day at The Edge Youth Center at Allen Station Park in Allen on Saturday; June 21; 2008.
photos by Mark M. Hancock / © NewsEagles

June 21, 2008
TBA
2008 Juneteenth Celebration
Douglass Community Center, 1111 H Avenue, Plano
Phone: 972 941-7174
Web: www.plano.gov
Event features family games, live music, sporting events, carnival atmosphere with food vendors.

June 22, 2008
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June 22, 2008
3 p.m.
Texas Conservatory for Young Artists concert
CCCCD Spring Creek Campus, 2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano
Phone: 972 985-0392
Web: www.tcya.org
Admission: Free.
TCYA presents its 18th season of piano concerts. Performers were taught by Bryce Morrison from the Royal Academy of Music and Joan Havill from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.

June 22, 2008
7 p.m.
Richardson Community Band performance
Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho, Richardson
Phone: 972 673-8256
Web: www.richardsoncommunityband.org
Admission: Free.
Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic.
Annual series.

June 23, 2008
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June 23, 2008
7 p.m.
Texas Gypsies concert concludes Allen "Summer Sounds Concert Series"
Contact: Allen PARD
Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheatre, 1201 E. Bethany, Allen
Phone: 214 509-4811
Web: www.allenparks.org
Admission: Free.
Event features concert and food concessions.
Summer Sounds Concert series concludes with this performance.

June 26, 2008
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June 26, 2008
8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
eWomenNetwork Strategic Business Introduction
Contact: Debra Pope, managing director for eWomenNetwork
Encore Wire Conference Room, McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 111 N. Tennessee, McKinney
Phone: 214 544-4630
E-mail: DebraPope@eWomenNetwork.com
Web: www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org
Admission: $75 fee waived by Joyce Nissen, MPAC event coordinator
The event allows 12 area business women to give a presentation about their businesses. The event allows attendees to give suggestions for solutions to the challenges of women-owned businesses.

June 27, 2008
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June 27, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Derailers performance
Contact: Frisco Parks & Rec. Department
Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy., Frisco
Phone: 972 292-6520
Web: www.friscofun.org
Admission: Free.
Frisco Grooves concert series is held each Friday through the summer.

June 27, 2008
June 27-28; 2008
Celina Balloon Festival
Contact: Celina Chamber of Commerce
Old Celina Park; Celina; Texas
Web: www.celinachamber.org
Admission: Free admission and parking
Event features hot-air balloon flights; balloon glows; live entertainment; shopping; fireworks; and food vendors.
Fri.: 6 p.m. opening; 8:30 p.m. balloon glow. Sat.: 7 a.m. & 6 p.m. balloon flights; 8:30 p.m. balloon glow; 9:30 p.m. Fireworks.
Annual. Est. 2006. Held last weekend in June.

June 28, 2008
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June 28, 2008
grounds open at noon
Allen USA Celebration
Contact: Allen PARD
Celebration Park, Angel and Malone, Allen
Phone: 214 509-4811
Web: www.allenparks.org
Admission: Free.
Attendance of 65,000 expected. Event billed as "First with the Fourth" and features concessions, foods, Kids Zone, entertainment, LOUD Battle of the Bands finalists, Main Stage concerts and a fireworks show.
Annual. Occurs the last Saturday in June.

June 28, 2008
8 p.m.
"The Music Man" performance
Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, TX 75082
Phone: 972 744-4650
Web: www.pfamilyarts.org
Admission: $18 - 67.
Performance features Broadway stars Mark Jacoby and Emily Skinner Hill.

June 28, 2008
8 - 10 p.m.
Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas concert
Contact: MPAC
Courtroom Theater, McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 111 N. Tennessee, McKinney
Phone: 214 544-4630
Web: www.alasdairfraser.com and Web: www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org
Admission: $21-31
Southwest Celtic Music Association presents.

June 30, 2008
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January 01, 2009
New Years Day
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Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
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January 01, 2009
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January 02, 2009
UIL CX Debate: First day for district competition.
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

January 02, 2009
UIL Soccer: 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

January 08, 2009
UIL Soccer: First day for games.
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

January 09, 2009
UIL Academics: First day for invitational meets using Set A materials.
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

January 10, 2009
UIL Academics: Deadline to submit orders for Invitational Set B materials.
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

January 15, 2009
UIL Athletics: Deadline to accept plans for next school year.
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

January 15, 2009
UIL One-Act Play: Title entry cards mailed to schools.
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

January 26, 2009
UIL Softball: First day for practice.
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

January 30, 2009
UIL Baseball: First day for practice.
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

January 31, 2009
UIL Academics: Last day for invitational meets using Set A materials.
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

January 31, 2009
UIL EJH Academics: Last day to hold fall/winter district meets & first day to return materials to contestants.
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

February 01, 2009
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February 01, 2009
UIL Academic & One-Act Play: Deadline to set up district online.
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

February 01, 2009
UIL EJH Academics: First day for spring district meets.
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

February 01, 2009
UIL ILPC: Newspapers due for rating. Newspaper Individual Achievement Awards entries due.
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

February 02, 2009
UIL Softball: First day for interschool 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

February 06, 2009
UIL Academics: First day for invitational meets using Set B materials.
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

February 07, 2009
UIL Swimming & Diving: District certification deadline.
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

February 07, 2009
UIL Wrestling: District certification deadline.
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

February 09, 2009
UIL Baseball: First day for interschool 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

February 13, 2009
2/13-14/09
UIL Swimming & Diving: Regional meets.
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

February 13, 2009
2/13-14/09
UIL Wrestling: Regional meets.
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

February 14, 2009
UIL CX Debate: Last day to hold district competition.
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

February 14, 2009
UIL Girls Basketball: District certification deadline.
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

February 16, 2009
UIL CX Debate: District results deadline.
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

February 16, 2009
2/16-17/09
UIL Girls Basketball: Bi-district.
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

February 16, 2009
UIL Softball: First day for interschool games.
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

February 19, 2009
UIL CX Debate: Deadline to submit required judging information for state meet without $100 late fee. Certification deadline for advancing teams.
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

February 19, 2009
2/19-21/09
UIL Girls Basketball: Area.
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

February 21, 2009
UIL Boys Basketball: District certification deadline.
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

February 23, 2009
UIL Baseball: First day for interschool games.
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

February 23, 2009
2/23-24/09
UIL Boys Basketball: Bi-district.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 23, 2009
2/23-24/09
UIL Girls Basketball: Regional quarterfinals.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 23, 2009
UIL One-Act Play: Title entry cards due.
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

February 26, 2009
2/26-28/09
UIL Boys Basketball: Area.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 27, 2009
2/27-28/09
UIL Girls Basketball: Regional.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 27, 2009
2/27-28/09
UIL Swimming & Diving: State Meet
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 27, 2009
2/27-28/09
UIL Wrestling: State Meet
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

February 28, 2009
UIL Swimming & Diving: State Meet continues

February 28, 2009
UIL Wrestling: State Meet continues

March 01, 2009
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March 01, 2009
UIL ILPC: Max Haddick Teacher of the Year and Edith Fox King Awards nominations due.
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

March 01, 2009
UIL Solo and Ensemble: First day for online registration.
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

March 04, 2009
3/4-5/09
UIL Boys Basketball: Regional quarterfinals.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 05, 2009
3/5-7/09
UIL Girls Basketball: State Tournament
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 06, 2009
3/6-7/09
UIL Boys Basketball: Regional.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 06, 2009
UIL Girls Basketball: State Tournament continues

March 07, 2009
UIL Academics: Last day for invitational meets using Set B materials.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 07, 2009
UIL Girls Basketball: State Tournament continues

March 11, 2009
UIL Legislative Council: Finance Committee meeting; Austin.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL); Policy/Administration; 1701 Manor Road; Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

March 12, 2009
3/12-14/09
UIL Boys Basketball: State Tournament
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 13, 2009
UIL Boys Basketball: State Tournament continues

March 14, 2009
UIL Boys Basketball: State Tournament continues

March 14, 2009
UIL Solo and Ensemble: Last day for region contests.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 16, 2009
3/16-17/09
UIL CX Debate: State Tournament; 1A; 2A; & 3A
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

March 17, 2009
UIL CX Debate: State Tournament; 1A; 2A; & 3A continues

March 17, 2009
UIL Soccer: District certification deadline; 4A.
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

March 19, 2009
3/19-21/09
UIL Soccer: Bi-district; 4A.
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

March 20, 2009
3/20-21/09 ">
UIL CX Debate: State Tournament; 4A & 5A
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

March 21, 2009
UIL CX Debate: State Tournament; 4A & 5A continues

March 21, 2009
UIL Soccer: District certification deadline; 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

March 23, 2009
3/23-28/09
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: First week for academic district and OAP zone and district meets. (High school music contests shall not be scheduled in conflict with academic district meets.)
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

March 23, 2009
3/23-24/09
UIL Soccer: Area; 4A; Bi-District; 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

March 26, 2009
3/26-28/09
UIL Soccer: Sectional; 4A; Area; 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

March 30, 2009
3/30-4/4/09
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: Last week for academic district and OAP zone and district meets. (High school music contests shall not be scheduled in conflict with academic district meets.)
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

March 30, 2009
3/30-31/09
UIL Soccer: Regional quarterfinals; 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

April 01, 2009
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April 01, 2009
UIL EJH Academics: Last day for invitational meets. First day to return invitational materials to contestants.
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

April 01, 2009
UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest entry deadline
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

April 01, 2009
UIL TILF: First day to submit applications.
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

April 03, 2009
4/3-4/09
UIL Soccer: Regional; 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

April 06, 2009
4/6-11/09
UIL One-Act Play: Area meets.
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

April 06, 2009
4/6-11/09
UIL Track & Field: First week for district meets; 2A; 3A; 4A & 5A. Golf & Tennis: First week for district meets; 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

April 09, 2009
4/9-11/09
UIL Soccer: State Tournament
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

April 10, 2009
UIL Soccer: State Tournament continues

April 11, 2009
UIL Soccer: State Tournament continues

April 11, 2009
UIL Track & Field: District certification deadline; 1A.
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

April 13, 2009
4/13-18/09
UIL Track & Field: Last week for district meets; 2A; 3A; 4A & 5A. Golf & Tennis: Last week for district meets; 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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

April 18, 2009
4/18-19/09
UIL ILPC: State Convention
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

April 18, 2009
UIL Track & Field: Area certification deadline; 1A.
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

April 19, 2009
UIL ILPC: State Convention continues
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL); Policy/Administration; 1701 Manor Road; Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

April 20, 2009
4/20-22/09
UIL Golf and Tennis: Regional meets.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

April 24, 2009
4/24-25/09
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: Regional meets. (OAP and academic regional competition shall take precedence over spring meet athletic activities.)
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

April 28, 2009
UIL Softball: District certification deadline.
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

May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
5/1-2/09
UIL Track & Field: Regional meets.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

May 02, 2009
UIL Softball: Bi-district deadline.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

May 05, 2009
UIL Baseball: District certification deadline.
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

May 07, 2009
5/7-9/09
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: State Meet (OAP dates tentative depending on facilities.)
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
Dates for basketball playoffs and district; regional and state spring meet academic events (including one-act play) and athletic events (golf; tennis; track & field) are tentative; based on TAKS tests being administered on March 3 and April 28-May 1

May 08, 2009
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: State Meet continues

May 09, 2009
UIL Academics and One-Act Play: State Meet continues

May 09, 2009
UIL Baseball: Bi-district deadline.
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

May 09, 2009
UIL Softball: Area deadline.
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

May 09, 2009
UIL State Wind Ensemble Festival
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

May 11, 2009
5/11-12/09
UIL Golf: State Meet; 1A; 2A & 4A.
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

May 11, 2009
5/11-12/09
UIL Tennis: State Meet
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

May 12, 2009
UIL Golf: State Meet; 1A; 2A & 4A continues

May 12, 2009
UIL Tennis: State Meet continues

May 12, 2009
UIL TILF: Last day to postmark scholarship applications.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL); Policy/Administration; 1701 Manor Road; Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

May 14, 2009
5/14-15/09
UIL Golf: State Meet; 3A & 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

May 15, 2009
UIL Golf: State Meet; 3A & 5A continues

May 15, 2009
5/15-16/09
UIL Track and Field: State Meet
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

May 16, 2009
UIL Baseball: Area deadline.
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

May 16, 2009
UIL Softball: Regional quarterfinal deadline.
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

May 16, 2009
UIL Track and Field: State Meet continues

May 23, 2009
UIL Baseball: Regional quarterfinal deadline.
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

May 23, 2009
UIL EJH Academics: Last day to hold spring district meets. First day to return materials to contestants.
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

May 23, 2009
UIL Softball: Regional semi-final deadline.
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

May 30, 2009
UIL Baseball: Regional semi-final deadline.
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

May 30, 2009
UIL Softball: Regional playoff deadline.
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

May 30, 2009
5/30-6/1/09
UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest
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

May 31, 2009
UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest continues

June 01, 2009
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June 01, 2009
UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest continues

June 04, 2009
6/4-6/09
UIL Softball: State Tournament
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

June 05, 2009
UIL Softball: State Tournament continues

June 06, 2009
UIL Baseball: Regional playoff deadline.
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

June 06, 2009
UIL Softball: State Tournament continues

June 10, 2009
6/10-13/09
UIL Baseball: State Tournament (or June 11-13; depending on site availability).
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

June 11, 2009
UIL Baseball: State Tournament continues

June 12, 2009
UIL Baseball: State Tournament continues

June 13, 2009
UIL Baseball: State Tournament continues

June 16, 2009
UIL Legislative Council Academic; Athletic; & Policy Committee meetings; Austin.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL); Policy/Administration; 1701 Manor Road; Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

June 19, 2009
UIL TILF: Scholarship notifications mailed to applicants and principals.
Contact: Dr. William Farney and Bonnie Northcutt, directors
Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL); Policy/Administration; 1701 Manor Road; Austin TX 78722
Phone: 512 471-5883
E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Web: www.uil.utexas.edu

June 26, 2009
6/26-29
UIL ILPC: Summer Publications Workshop; UT-Austin.
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

July 01, 2009
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July 10, 2009
7/10-11
UIL High School & EJH Academics: Capital Conference for academic coordinators; high school academic and speech/debate coaches and one-act play directors.
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

July 23, 2009
UIL Athletics: Last day for summer strength/conditioning programs.
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