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Free music concert Monday April 29, 2024, at 7 p.m. at On the Levee 1108 Quaker St. 75207. “An Evening of Music” features local musicians, Augustine “Tino” Jalomo, KJ Gray, Ginny Robinson, KJ Gray, Daniella Salazar, Luis Salazar, and Ethan Worland singing classical, pop, and musical theater selections. The event is free and generously supported by The James and Gayle Halperin Foundation, St. Jude Chapel, Michael Cohen, John Martin, Kathleen Kearney, Susan and Richard Tulli, and On the Levee.

“I miss performing,” says Augustine Jalomo, who currently serves as the City of Dallas Arts Commissioner for District One. “I did a free concert a few years ago and invited some of the musicians who serve at St. Jude Chapel to consider participating. The only caveat was I requested they do music that they have always wanted to do; it did not have to be religious in nature. It was so much fun that I decided, let’s do it again! For this concert, I invited members of the community who have a love and passion for music such as Ian Derrer, Eric Folkerth, Kamica King, Quincy Roberts, and Scott Rudes. I also wanted to make sure we did it during Dallas Arts Month.

Many of the musicians have shared their gifts at St. Jude Chapel, a Catholic chapel located in downtown Dallas on Main Street. There will be solos and duets and a spotlight on the guitar. This evening of music is especially for trying new things and taking risks. I am fortunate to be able to share the stage with such remarkable individuals” concludes Jalomo who also serves as the general manager of St. Jude Chapel.

The event is free, open to the public and for one night only Monday, April 29 at 7 p.m. at On the Levee located at 1108 Quaker Street, 75207. For more information on St. Jude Chapel, visit www.stjudechapel.org.

 

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Free music concert Tuesday November 15 at 7 p.m. at On the Levee 1108 Quaker St. 75207. “An Evening of Music” features local musicians, Augustine “Tino” Jalomo, Caye-An Muldowney, Ethan Worland, Cesar Anguiano, Billy Lawley, Michael Regalbuto, Lillian Rivas, Ginny Robinson, Scott Rudes, Daniella Salazar, and Luis Salazar singing classical, pop, and musical theater selections. The event is free and generously supported by The Donachie Foundation, GFT Charity and St. Jude Chapel.

“It has been more than ten years since I’ve last given a concert of music,” says Augustine Jalomo, who currently serves as the City of Dallas Arts Commissioner for District One. “It was time. I have met so many wonderfully talented individuals in the last decade that I wanted to invite them to take part in the concert. There will be a series of solos, duets, and a few trios – classical pieces to pop to musical theater. I am also doing a few new songs that I have always wanted to do in public. Now’s the time.

Many of the musicians have shared their gifts at St. Jude Chapel, a Catholic chapel located in downtown Dallas on Main Street. This is also an opportunity for them to share music that is something other than religious. It could be a classical piece they’ve always wanted to try, or they are working on their master’s in music degree and need to perform a certain piece for the experience. This evening of music is especially for that – taking risks, experimenting, and sharing,” concludes Jalomo who also serves as the general manager of St. Jude Chapel.

The event is free, open to the public and for one night only Tuesday, November 15 at 7 p.m. at On the Levee located at 1108 Quaker Street, 75207. For more information on St. Jude Chapel, visit www.stjudechapel.org.

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Kidd Springs Central and Kidd Springs Recreation Center will host a new Family Fun Fall Fest Saturday November 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kidd Springs Park located at 711 West Canty St. 75208. This free outdoor event will host music from local Dallas artists including Rob Holbert, DJ Hi-C, Confetti Eddie Magician and Jazz Becuzz, food vendors, artisans, a bounce house, craft stations and games. The event is free but canned goods are welcome to help raise needed food for The Cliff Temple Food Bank.

Sponsorship and vendors are still being accepted. For more information, please call Gabby Nixon at 214.670.7535. In the event of rain, the event will move inside the Kidd Springs Recreation Center.

The new Kidd Springs Family Fun Fall Fest is supported in part by the Kidd Springs Recreation Center, Kidd Springs Central – the Friends of Kidd Springs Park, Dallas Park and Recreation, Dallas Youth Sports, and the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs.

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Dallas Symphony Orchestra returns to Kidd Springs Park on Thursday June 3rd for a free outdoor concert at 8:15 p.m. 711 West Canty St. 75208. Cara Mia Theater will provide entertainment starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks, vendors and artisans are invited to participate in the Kidd Springs Central Festival starting at 5 p.m. to encourage more attendees to this free event. For more information or to become a food truck or artisan vendor call 214.718.2384 or email kiddsprings.central@gmail.com. Visit www.kiddspringscentral.org for more information.

The Dallas Symphony Parks Concert at Kidd Springs is sponsored by Methodist Health System, GFT Charity and supported in part by funds from the Office of Arts and Culture, City of Dallas. The Kidd Springs Park Concert will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Celebrate the start of summer with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra in a free outdoor concert filled with patriotic music and American classics conducted by Michelle Merrill. Additional concerts will be held at Flag Pole Hill on May 31st at 8:15 p.m. (rain site: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center) and at Paul Quinn College on June 15th at 8:15 p.m. (rain site: The Tiger’s Den Gymnasium). Visit www.dallassymphony.org for more information.

The DSO’s top priority is the health and safety of their staff, musicians, and audiences. Therefore, DSO requests the following safety protocols be observed when attending the DSO concert:

  • Masks are not required, but they are encouraged when you are not seated with your group.
  • Social distancing is important; please maintain six feet from others outside your immediate group.
  • Gatherings are limited to groups of 10 – please be courteous and keep six feet between groups.
  • Sanitizing stations will be available throughout each event. If you are waiting in line, please stay six feet apart. Masks and sanitizer will be provided upon request while supplies last.
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The award-winning Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas makes their Dallas Arts District debut as part of their 2021-We Will Sing On! summer performance tour Tuesday, June 8 at the Cathedral Guadalupe located at 2215 Ross Avenue 75201. The concert, to be held in the sanctuary, is free and open to the public. Fort Bend Boys Choir has two additional concerts scheduled in their 2021-We Will Sing On! summer performance tour: Sunday, June 6 at 4:00 p.m. in College Station’s A&M United Methodist Church and Monday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Monica Catholic Church in Dallas. Visit www.fbbctx.org or call (281) 240-3800 for more information. Covid-19 safety protocols will be in effect for all concerts.

“We feel so fortunate to be able to tour and sing for the community, especially in the historic Dallas Arts District, after this year of COVID uncertainty,” said William R. Adams, founder and artistic director. “We’ve adapted to wearing masks and social distancing while singing, quite successfully, even performing publicly for several holiday concerts. We have not sung in Dallas since 1984 and we are extremely excited for this opportunity. Our Tour Choirboys are thrilled to perform in Dallas.”

This 39-year-old nonprofit organization has ties to the Dallas area, with some choir alumni living and going to school here. One such alumnus is John Holiday who was a 2020 Top 5 finalist on “The Voice!” He received a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Southern Methodist University and is an accomplished operatic countertenor who has performed with a number of opera companies. He recently performed for the Dallas Opera’s “Welcome Back” Song Series in April 2021 and is scheduled to return to the Dallas Opera in March 2022. “Being a member changed my life exponentially. Not only have I made lifelong friends but the performance tours through the USA and abroad helped prepare me for the professional life I have today,” said Holiday. “Mr. Adams had great faith in me and one of the lessons he taught me as a choirboy is one I still use to this day – No matter whether I am singing to an audience of one or one thousand, I will always give it my all.” John says, “I encourage you to run, not walk, to one of their concerts and you’ll see why your life will be changed too. I am so happy that the Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas is making their Dallas Arts District debut and bringing some hope and inspiration to the community.”

“When Mr. Adams reached out to me to let me know they were planning this concert series, I was immediately taken back to my time in the choir. I remembered how much I gained from my experience singing and performing with the Tour Choir,” said City of Dallas District One Arts and Culture Advisory Commissioner, Augustine “Tino” Jalomo and SMU Meadows School of the Arts graduate. “Of course, I did not realize it then, but I learned about the discipline it takes to be a performing member in an ensemble and having the members depend on you to know your music, know your part and movement even. I count Mr. Adams among those favorite teachers I had in life and I Iook forward to seeing him conduct and to hearing the choir in the beautiful Cathedral Guadalupe in the Dallas Arts District.” Jalomo was one of the original members of the Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas and sang for three years.

The 2021-We Will Sing On! Summer performance tour consists of three free concerts – Sunday, June 6 at 4:00 p.m. in College Station’s A&M United Methodist Church 417 University Dr, College Station 77840, Monday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Monica Catholic Church at 9933 Midway Rd, Dallas 75220 and Tuesday, June 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral Guadalupe in the Dallas Arts District at 2215 Ross Avenue 75201. All concerts are free and Covid-19 safety protocols will be followed.

For more information about the Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas and their performance schedule, visit www.fbbctx.org or call (281) 240-3800. You can also find them on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.

About Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas

Founded in 1982, the Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas began as one choir with 45 boys and grew to 125-150 boys in four ensembles. The Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas has been recognized for many artistic accomplishments including performing with notable performers like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Kenny Rogers, the Manhattan Transfer, Shirley Jones, and Audra MacDonald. They have also performed with the English Symphony, Mexico City Symphony, Houston Symphony, and other notable symphony orchestras. A recording artist of ten (10) CDs, the Fort Bend Boys Choir has also sung for Pope John Paul II, 3 U.S. Presidents and won an “Addy” award for television commercial excellence. Recently, the Tour Choir’s unique version of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy from their Heavenly Euphoria CD was featured in the 2020 Polish movie called “The Hater.” In addition, the choirboys recorded six songs for the critically acclaimed summer 2020 release of a role-playing game called Wasteland 3.

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24HourDallas – the non-profit organization dedicated to creating a safe, vibrant and diverse nighttime culture for businesses, residents and guests – debuts Dallas Digithon, the first 24-hour online streaming variety show November 7 and 8 starting at 12 noon broadcasting from On the Levee, 1108 Quaker Street 75207 and benefiting Dallas artists. Viewers can tune in at www.DallasDigithon.com.

The Dallas Digithon will feature Dallas artists representing disciplines from the performing and visual arts including food, fashion and photography in an online variety show format streaming live for 24 hours. Artists who live in Dallas or primarily work in Dallas are invited to apply and submit their work for consideration in this year’s first www.DallasDigithon.com.

“24HourDallas is committed to raising awareness on how the creative industry has been crippled and affected significantly more disproportionately than other industries during this pandemic. Creative occupations in the performing and fine arts represented a third of wage employment losses according to the Brookings’ study Lost Art,” says Randall White, 24HourDallas founder. “In the same time period, the creative industry nationally lost over 150 billion dollars and 2.7 million jobs. The DFW market lost 2.7 million dollars and nearly 56,000 jobs. We need to use this 24-hour Dallas Digithon to emphasize how dire our situation is. Dallas has some of the finest talent in the world. We need to remind everyone of this and by doing so, raise funds to provide emergency grants directly to the artists.”

“Our goal is to raise a minimum of $25,000, which will allow us to provide funding for 75 to 100 artists who are creative engines of our nighttime economy. Artists and arts organizations from all disciplines are invited to apply to have their work represented in the 24-hour variety www.dallasdigithon.com. Dallas artists can also apply for a relief grant on our website” concludes White.

For more information or to get involved with the Dallas Digithon, please contact Augustine Jalomo at 214.718.2384 and augustinej@gmail.com or Rhiannon Martin at Rhiannon.martin214@gmail.com and 214.228.3247.

For more information about 24HourDallas, contact Randall White at 214.457.0615 or at randall@24hourdallas.org.

About 24HourDallas

24HourDallas is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit that encourages collaborations, incubates cultural activity, champions sociable districts, and inspires business development, all to the benefit of Dallas' nighttime economy. The mission of 24HourDallas is to create a safe, vibrant, and diverse nighttime culture for businesses, residents, and guests. For more information, visit www.24hourdallas.org.

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107092523_2752537764983150_6175144207511767209_o ( The Rob Holbert Group

Experience the ultimate evening of jazz with the Rob Holbert Group at Dallas’ newest and most talked about semi-private venue, On the Levee, located in the Design District Friday, September 18 starting at 9 p.m. The concert is produced in association with The Dallas Music Network (DMN) known for its high production values in sound, lights, and video. Tickets start at $26.50 and can be purchased here. On the Levee is located at 1108 Quaker Street, Dallas 75207.

The Rob Holbert Group, under the direction of saxophonist and vocalist Rob Holbert, includes Norman Williams and David Brashier. Well known for their delivery of Smooth Jazz, Standards and Classics, their high energy, and sometimes-eclectic arrangements of songs, sets them apart from most other Jazz groups today and they often include unique takes on R&B classics. The group has performed at numerous events throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth area and beyond including The Oasis 107.5 AfterWork Escape, Sambuca Jazz Cafe, Brooklyn Jazz, SoHo Food and Jazz, Buttons Jazz Cafe, Buttons Restaurants and The Dallas Museum of Art Concert Series. Visit www.robholbert.com for more information.

Visit www.onthelevee.com for more information or to book your event.

Purchase tickets at https://dallas-music-network.ticketleap.com/robert-hobert-group-is-on-the-levee/dates/Sep-18-2020_at_0900PM.

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Kidd Springs Recreation Center Community Yard Sale Saturday June 1st from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Space is now available for the annual KIDD SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER COMMUNITY YARD SALE on Saturday June 1, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 711 West Canty St. Dallas 75208. Space is only $25 and benefits the Kidd Springs Recreation Center.

Participants must be 18 years or older to register and you must bring your own tables, chairs, bags and/ or change. Only family-oriented items will be allowed for sale. See below for complete list of information.

To purchase your spot, please call 214.670.7535 or email Oscar.Zamora@dallascityhall.com.

Important Information for You:

  • Parking Lot Entrance opens at 6:30am for drop off and unloading (Upper Lot)
  • Vehicles must be unloaded and removed from the parking lot by 7:30am
  • You bring your own tables, chairs, racks, bags and change
  • No weapons, ammunition, animals, food, candy or drinks of any kind may be sold from your space
  • Family Oriented Merchandise Only (Any questionable merchandise will be removed at our discretion)
  • All items must fit within your parking space and not extend beyond lines
  • Spaces are on a first come, first serve basis
  • No alcohol or loud music permitted; No dressing rooms available; No electricity available
  • Only Adults 18 & Up may purchase space(s) and space must be purchased to participate in sale
  • Goodwill Donation Truck will be on-site (they will not accept furniture, mattresses or TV’s)
  • May not re-enter the parking lot with your vehicle until 2:00pm—check out with staff before leaving
  • All remaining items and trash must be removed from parking lot by 3:00pm
  • Limited Spaces Available - Stop by today to reserve your space - Open to the community
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Dallas Green Alliance PAC to Host Fundraiser for a ‘Greener’ City Council 

The Dallas Green Alliance, a Political Action Committee (PAC) created to provide campaign funds and support for environmentally friendly Dallas City Council candidates, is hosting “Gather for Common Ground,’ a festive evening of cuisine and conversation at Casa Stellina, 3004 Main Street in Deep Ellum (www.casastellina.com), Sunday, April 14, 2019 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 each.

Our Keynote Speaker will be Jim Schutze. Jim Schutze has been the city columnist for the Dallas Observer since 1998. He has been a recipient of the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies’ national award for best commentary and Lincoln University’s national Unity Award for writing on civil rights and racial issues. In 2011 he was admitted to the Texas Institute of Letters.

We will have fantastic food provided by Chefs Sharon Van Meter of 3015 Trinity Groves, Peter David Barlow, Joshua Harmon, David Anthony Temple, and Mark Wootton! Cocktails furnished by Ilegal Mezcal, beer from Deep Ellum Brewing Co and wine! Live music from Deep Ellum's own Gin Jam Band!

The Dallas Green Alliance PAC was founded in June of 2014 with the goal of trying to support Council and Mayoral Representatives to win a majority and build a coalition of Green friendly candidates.

The May 4th municipal and mayoral elections are a pivotal time for new thinking. This may be the most important election Dallas has seen in decades. We want opportunities to improve the quality of life in Dallas, in all neighborhoods, provide green open spaces for generations to come, and help build sustainable, earth friendly policies in one of our Nation's largest cities.

For us to work together and achieve our shared goals we're asking for your support and involvement. This event is a fantastic way to do just that, to meet other friendly folks face to face, maybe present your personal concerns directly to candidates, and to find other avenues for involvement. You are and will meet the other forerunners and pioneers working for a more Equal, Just, and Greener Dallas. 

For more information visit www.DallasGreenAlliance.org. Get your tickets here: https://www.dallasgreenalliance.org/fundraising-party or pay at the door. 

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Charles Haley

The Well Community Auxiliary, which supports The Well Community, a nonprofit organization serving adults dealing with severe mental illnesses, will host its very first benefit WellSpring Celebration Luncheon on Thursday, April 4, at the historical Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Avenue, Dallas from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale at $100 and can be purchased online at wellcommunity.org/wellspring.

The event starts at noon and will feature a riveting conversation with Charles Haley—the Dallas Cowboy legend and Hall of Famer. Haley faced the isolating effects of mental illness during his NFL career with his diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Charles will discuss parts of his journey with veteran and award-winning television sports anchor and broadcast journalist Scott Murray. Guests to the luncheon will learn more from them about mental health, stigma and the role the community has in bringing hope and healing. Over time, Haley has helped others dealing with mental health challenges find common ground and acceptance—two key values The Well Community provides for its members as they regain stability and purpose.

“The thing that I find most intriguing and that took me a long time to understand is that when you have mental illness, you have to take responsibility for it,” says Haley. Haley has done just that and has also become an educator and advocate to help others understand. “When people hear the words ‘mental illness,’ they think there is something seriously, seriously wrong. It’s just a chemical imbalance in the brain.”

At the WellSpring Celebration Luncheon, the Super Bowl champ will also be the first recipient of the new Courage and Advocacy Award. Ann Tabony will receive the Founder’s Award for her years of volunteer service as art teacher at The Well Community.

“We are thrilled to have Charles Haley share his journey with us,” says Vickie Fisk, President of The Well Auxiliary. “His story educates, inspires and encourages all who live with mental health conditions, as well as those of us who want to support them.”

According to Alice Zaccarello, Executive Director of The Well Community, “This Dallas Cowboy Hall of Famer not only had the grit to become a five-time Super Bowl champ but even more remarkable, he has learned to manage bipolar disorder and become a spokesman, an advocate, a champion for mental health. I know his words will help us all become better informed and greatly motivated so that we can help combat stigma and become advocates for mental health care.”

Information on becoming a sponsor for the WellSpring Celebration Luncheon is available at wellcommunity.org/wellspringsponsors.

Sponsors for the inaugural WellSpring Celebration Luncheon include*:

K&P Gates, LLP

Elizabeth and Ryan Schorman

Shirlee and Chuck Bealke

Cindy Carpenter-Smith

Methodist Dallas Medical Center

Perdue Equities

Gabor Racz

Chad West, PLLC

Lisa Clayton

Eyecon, Inc

Stefani Held

Becky Hicks

*As of  03/04/19

For more information, email info@wellcommunity.org, call 214-393-5878, ext. 604 or visit wellcommunity.org. Sponsorship and tickets available at wellcommunity.org/wellspring.