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SUMMARY:Plant yourself in Winnsboro for a weekend!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Winnsboro bursts with color for 4th Annual BLOOM! \n I
 mmersive floral art experience transforms spring into a celebration of col
 or\, creativity and community – the PERFECT ROAD TRIP! \nDowntown Winnsbor
 o prepares to blossom once again with the return of BLOOM \, an immersive
  floral art experience that transforms spring into a vibrant celebration o
 f creativity. Now in its fourth year\, this colorful festival hosted by Wi
 nnsboro Center for the Arts (WCA ) invites visitors to soak in the artistr
 y\, sounds and scents of the season from Saturday\, April 11 through Satur
 day\, April 25 . \nSet against the charming backdrop of The Bowery in Down
 town Winnsboro’s thriving Cultural District\, BLOOM transforms the town in
 to a garden of artistic expression. It’s the perfect place to plant yourse
 lf for a weekend and watch inspiration grow. And it’s only two hours from
  DFW! \n A Garden of Experiences Awaits \nThroughout April\, BLOOM offers
  a bouquet of events designed to delight every sense: The BLOOM Art Exhibi
 tion showcases an exquisite collection of floral and spring-themed works b
 y approximately 30 regional artists. Visitors will discover lush still-lif
 e paintings\, stunning photography\, sculptural pieces and mixed media cre
 ations that capture spring in full flourish. The WCA gallery is open Wedne
 sday through Saturday each week of the festival\, and admission is FREE. A
 rt & Heritage Walks invite guests to stroll through Winnsboro’s storied pa
 st\, tracing colorful tales from how the town earned its name to the surpr
 ising stops made here by Bonnie and Clyde. Guests will also learn about th
 e city’s longstanding support of local artists and public art. These FREE
  guided walks start in front of the Historical Museum and take place Satur
 day mornings April 11\, 18 and 25\, at 10 a.m. The Art of Chris Brown’s Ar
 t Walk\, on Friday\, April 24\, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.\, offers a FREE twil
 ight tour through downtown with local artist/BLOOM creator Chris Brown. Gu
 ests start at Modern Country and meander through Chris’s most inspirationa
 l local destinations while discovering favorite works and artists that mak
 e Winnsboro shine. A live concert on The Bowery Stage features Grammy-nomi
 nated country singer-songwriter Lee Roy Parnell\, whose blues-infused slid
 e guitar promises to set the evening aglow on Friday\, April 18\, at 7:30
  p.m. Ticket info will be on the website soon. BLOOM’s interactive public
  sculpture \, commissioned by WCA and created by Brown\, stands as the fes
 tival’s centerpiece: a larger-than-life floral statement that invites visi
 tors to gather\, connect and capture the perfect springtime selfie. A week
 ly Farmers Market \, held each Saturday morning in April\, celebrates the
  season’s harvest with fresh produce\, handmade crafts and fragrant bouque
 ts of locally grown flowers. \n Not Your “Garden Variety” Festival \nBLOOM
  also offers unexpected delights beyond the arts: The Winnsboro BLOOM Pick
 leball Tournament takes place April 17–19\, adding another opportunity to
  enjoy outdoor weather along with a dash of friendly competition. Viva Las
  Vegas \, the April 11 opening-night artist reception and spring fundraise
 r\, invites guests to mingle with BLOOM artists and our best Elvis imperso
 nator while enjoying cocktails and light bites in a lively\, celebratory a
 tmosphere. Ticket info will be on the website soon. \n BLOOM Where You Are
  Planted \nBLOOM was founded in 2022 by Winnsboro artist Chris Brown\, an
  East Texas native recognized as Best Floral Designer by D Magazine in 200
 3. As owner of downtown Winnsboro’s Modern Country gallery and boutique\,
  Brown envisioned BLOOM to unite art and nature in a shared seasonal celeb
 ration. \n“BLOOM is our annual reminder of how inspiring change can be\,”
  said Brown. “It celebrates the beauty of the turning seasons and Winnsbor
 o’s deep-rooted appreciation of nature and creative expression.” \n“We are
  proud of our lively downtown and our reputation as a flourishing arts com
 munity\,” said Mary White\, executive director of WCA. “BLOOM brings all o
 f us together to celebrate nature and artistry in ways that each of us can
  enjoy and appreciate.” \nWCA plays a key role in bringing cultural progra
 mming\, exhibitions and entertainment to Winnsboro and East Texas. WCA is
  supported in part by grants from the Texas Commission on the Arts \, the
  National Endowment for the Arts \, Wood County EDC\, Winnsboro EDC and Ch
 ristus Mother Frances Health Systems. Winnsboro’s Cultural District is rec
 ognized by Texas Commission on the Arts for its vibrant arts scene. Winnsb
 oro is recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a Tex
 as Main Street Community and an accredited member of Main Street America f
 or its successful downtown revitalization. \nFor updated schedules\, artis
 t announcements\, ticket information and additional details\, visit the BL
 OOM page on the WCA website. The Bowery is located at 200 Market St. in Do
 wntown Winnsboro. \n ABOUT WINNSBORO CENTER FOR THE ARTS : Winnsboro Cente
 r for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Winnsboro\
 , Texas. As a multi-disciplinary arts center\, it serves communities throu
 ghout Northeast Texas\, engaging people in educational programming\, cultu
 ral experiences\, and entertainment . All scheduled programs are subject t
 o change.\nDowntown Winnsboro on The Bowery\n200 Market St.\nWinnsboro\, T
 X 75494 United States\n
LOCATION:200 Market St.\, Winnsboro\, TX 75494
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SUMMARY:SYZYGY Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:SYZYGY celebrates the 100th anniversary of Luciano Berio's birt
 h with a performance of his excellent two piano and percussion work\,  Lin
 ea.  Other recent masterworks on the program\, both composed in the past 1
 5 years\, are by leading American composers Augusta Read Thomas and John A
 dams. Augusta Read Thomas-  Selene  ( Moon Chariot Rituals)  for string qu
 artet and percussion quartet Luciano Berio-  Linea  for two pianos\, marim
 ba and vibraphone John Adams-  Son of Chamber Symphony   \nThis festival p
 rovides a platform for fresh voices in contemporary theatre. Featuring sta
 ged readings\, “New Visions\, New Voices” brings innovative stories to lif
 e\, offering audiences a glimpse into the future of American theatre.\nCar
 uth Auditorium\nOwen Arts Center\, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on SMU campus\nDallas
 \, TX 75205 United States\n
LOCATION:Owen Arts Center\, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on SMU campus\, Dallas\, TX 7
 5205
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SUMMARY:Children's Cancer Fund 36th Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Cancer Fund proudly celebrates 36 years of hope and
  heart! The 36th Annual Unbridled Courage Fashion Show & Gala will take pl
 ace on Friday\, April 17\, 2026 \, at the Hilton Anatole Dallas \, beginni
 ng at 6 p.m. with a silent auction and VIP reception\, followed by dinner\
 , the fashion show\, and program at 7 p.m. \nGala Co-Chairs Kasey Lemkin a
 nd Bina Palnitkar join Honorary Co-Chairs Troy Aikman and Dak Prescott to
  lead an inspiring evening celebrating the fearless spirit of children and
  families facing pediatric cancer.  \nThe Gala is expected to raise more t
 han $2 million to support pediatric cancer research and treatment programs
  at Children’s Health and UT Southwestern . Aikman and Prescott will join
  other celebrities and sponsors on the runway as escorts for young patient
 s\, ages 5–15\, who model fashions donated by Dillard’s \, showcasing the
  true meaning of Unbridled Courage .\nHilton Anatole\n2201 N Stemmons Fwy\
 nDallas\, TX 75207 United States\n
LOCATION:2201 N Stemmons Fwy\, Dallas\, TX 75207
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SUMMARY:Parallel Reflections
DESCRIPTION:Metis Atash & Lea Fisher Unveil “Parallel Reflections” – A Dual
 -Artist Exhibition at Samuel Lynne \n April 18\, 2026 | Samuel Lynne Galle
 ries | 6:00–9:00 PM \n Dallas\, TX – March 6\, 2026 –  Renowned Reflection
 ist artist Lea Fisher & Mixed-Media artist Metis Atash are returning to Sa
 muel Lynne Galleries for their very first dual-artist exhibition together
  “ Parallel Reflections\,”  on  Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, from 6:00 to
  9:00 PM  at the gallery’s flagship location\,  1105 Dragon Street \, in t
 he heart of the Dallas Design District. \nThis highly anticipated exhibiti
 on brings together two distinct yet harmonized artistic voices exploring t
 hemes of awakening\, consciousness\, and contemporary feminine energy thro
 ugh radically different visual languages. \nRather than presenting contras
 t\,  “Parallel Reflections”  reveals two artists operating as mirror plane
 s—reflecting inner transformation from complementary vantage points: spiri
 tual and psychological\, external and internal\, symbolic and emotional. \
 n  \n EXHIBITION CONCEPT \nMetis Atash and Lea Fisher each channel powerfu
 l feminine energy within their work. \nMetis Atash manifests this energy t
 hrough crystallized sacred iconography. Her Swarovski-enhanced Punk Buddha
 s and exotic animal sculptures radiate divine presence\, rebellion\, and j
 oyful irreverence—transforming traditional spiritual symbols into contempo
 rary reflections of enlightenment. \nLea Fisher\, a Reflectionist painter
  and licensed master counselor\, embodies feminine strength through psycho
 logical self-portraiture. Her three-dimensional oil paintings explore heal
 ing\, introspection\, and emotional resilience\, functioning as mirrors of
  the viewer’s inner life. \nTogether\, their practices form parallel expre
 ssions of awakening—one externalized through sculptural form\, the other i
 nternalized through painterly depth. \n  \n ABOUT SAMUEL LYNNE GALLERIES \
 nSamuel Lynne Galleries is a leading contemporary art gallery dedicated to
  presenting museum-quality exhibitions and advancing the careers of intern
 ationally recognized and emerging artists. Through curatorial innovation a
 nd strategic artist development\, the gallery continues to shape the evolv
 ing landscape of contemporary art. \n  \n EXHIBITION DETAILS Opening Recep
 tion:  Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM Location:  Samuel Lynne G
 alleries | 1105 Dragon St. Dallas\, TX 75207 Admission:  Free and open to
  the public​  \n Parallel Reflections  will remain on view through June 1\
 , 2026.​  \nFor more information\, please visit www.samuellynne.com.\nSamu
 el lynne Galleries\n1105 Dragon Street\nDallas\, TX 75207 United States\n
LOCATION:1105 Dragon Street\, Dallas\, TX 75207
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SUMMARY:El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros
DESCRIPTION:The  Hughes Family Tribute Center  will present its second annu
 al El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros  on Sunday\, April 19\, 2026.
  The Day celebrates children and families and will feature free children’s
  books\, roses\, music\, refreshments\, games\, storytelling\, face painti
 ng\, and children’s entertainment. The Day is free and open to the public.
  \nEach child will receive a free hardcover copy of either Paletero Man by
  Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Play
 er or Milo + Niko by D. Guzmán.\nHughes Family Tribute Center\n9700 Webb C
 hapel Road\nDallas\, TX 75220 United States\n
LOCATION:9700 Webb Chapel Road\, Dallas\, TX 75220
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 2140/key/3511770192/El_Da_de_los_NiosEl_Da_de_los_Libros
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SUMMARY:Handel's Dixit Dominus
DESCRIPTION:Concerts at St. John’s presents Handel’s great choral work\, Di
 xit Dominus\, with chamber choir and orchestra\, on Sunday\, 19 April at 3
 pm. This setting of Psalm 110\, composed in 1707\, inspires with its soari
 ng contrapuntal lines and stirring choral melodies. This concert is free a
 nd all are invited.\nSt John's Episcopal Church\n848 Harter Rd\nDallas\, T
 X 75218 United States\n
LOCATION:848 Harter Rd\, Dallas\, TX 75218
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SUMMARY:Dallas Trinity FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Boots' Rodeo and a rare double-header at the Cotton
  Bowl\, featuring the University of Oklahoma women's soccer taking on the
  University of Texas women's soccer at 1 p.m.\, followed by Dallas Trinity
  FC facing off against Carolina Ascent FC at 4 p.m. Your ticket grants you
  access to both matches!\nCotton Bowl Stadium\n3750 The Midway\nDallas\, T
 X 75215 United States\n
LOCATION:3750 The Midway\, Dallas\, TX 75215
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SUMMARY:Meadows Opera Theatre: Opera Scenes
DESCRIPTION:Meadows Opera Theatre presents an afternoon of opera scenes spa
 nning four centuries — Gluck to Bernstein\, Mozart to Weill. Intimate\, im
 mediate and irresistibly human.\nO'donnell Hall / Owen Arts Center\n6101 B
 ishop\nDallas\, TX 752025 United States\n
LOCATION:6101 Bishop\, Dallas\, TX 752025
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SUMMARY:Time as Material: Anthropology Lab Tour and Commun
DESCRIPTION:The "Time as Material" Dedman College Interdisciplinary Institu
 te Research Cluster's end-of-year event combines two experiences: a guided
  tour of SMU's Archaeology Research Collections with Drs. Matthew Boulange
 r and Kelton Sheridan\, and a live aluminum pour at the Owen Arts Center F
 oundry with visual arts faculty Emily Budd\, Kerry Maguire\, Dana Buzzee a
 nd Martha Poggioli.  \n   \n The ARC houses over 60 years of archaeologica
 l collections from SMU research programs — artifacts and materials that do
 cument human activity across centuries. At the foundry\, artists and facul
 ty will guide participants through the full casting process\, from prepari
 ng molds to pouring molten metal into forms made from objects you bring. B
 oth halves of the day center on the same question: what do materials hold\
 , and what happens when you work with them directly.  \n   \nAll participa
 nts must register in advance due to space and safety limitations. Capacity
  is limited.  Any SMU community member with or without experience is welco
 me. Registration is on SMU360.  \n   \n More information and registration
  instructions can be found here:  https://smu360.smu.edu/tam/rsvp_boot?id
 =393815\nOwen Arts Center\n6101 Bishop\nDallas\, TX 75205 United States\n
LOCATION:6101 Bishop\, Dallas\, TX 75205
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SUMMARY:Revive the Culture HBCU Power Camp Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying celebration of HBCU culture\, mus
 ic\, and performance excellence at the 6th Annual TSMAC Revive the Culture
  HBCU Power Camp Showcase presented by  Texas Supremacy of Music & Arts Co
 nservatory .   This highly anticipated event will highlight the talent\, e
 nergy\, and passion of students who have spent two days immersed in an int
 ensive music and leadership experience\, guided by top HBCU clinicians and
  mentors. Expect high-energy performances\, powerful musical showcases\, a
 nd dynamic choreography as students bring the HBCU marching band experienc
 e to life! From drumlines to dance teams and full-band performances\, this
  showcase will be a must-see for all music lovers\, HBCU supporters\, and
  community members. Tickets are FREE but you must register .\nEllis Davis
  Fieldhouse\n9191 S. Polk Rd\nDallas\, TX 75232 United States\n
LOCATION:9191 S. Polk Rd\, Dallas\, TX 75232
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SUMMARY:The Pitch 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable night of innovation and impact at U
 nited Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ The Pitch. Five local social innovators
  present bold ideas before a panel of judges and live audience for a share
  of $295\,000 in prize funding. Known as “Shark Tank with a heart\,” The P
 itch blends high-energy entertainment\, philanthropy\, and networking with
  great food\, an open bar and plenty of fun. Guests also help decide the w
 inner by voting for the $30\,000 Audience Choice Award. Reserve your spot
  athttps:// unitedwaydallas.org/thepitch/ .\nThe Pavilion at Toyota Music
  Factory\n300 W Las Colinas Blvd\nIrving\, TX 75039 United States\n
LOCATION:300 W Las Colinas Blvd\, Irving\, TX 75039
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SUMMARY:Pop\, Fizz\, Clink!--- Bangkok Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Ascend Dallas announces the return of its beloved bubbly brunch
  fundraiser\, the 5th annual “Pop\, Fizz\, Clink!–Bangkok Brunch\,” coming
  up on May 1\, 2026\, at the Fairmont Hotel starting at 10:30 a.m.  \n   \
 n Now in its fifth year\, Pop\, Fizz\, Clink! supports Ascend Dallas’ miss
 ion to empower women through education\, career development and personaliz
 ed\, essential services to help first-time mothers and their families achi
 eve long-term stability and economic independence.  \n   \n Guests attendi
 ng this year’s spring event will be transported to the lively streets of B
 angkok\, surrounded by vibrant decor\, flavorful Thai-inspired bites\, han
 dcrafted cocktails and festive entertainment\, all while honoring the wome
 n whose journeys to empowerment and success are at the heart of this event
 .\nFairmont Hotel\n1717 N Akard St\nDallas\, TX 75201 United States\n
LOCATION:1717 N Akard St\, Dallas\, TX 75201
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SUMMARY:Winnsboro Festival of Books-only 2 hours from DFW
DESCRIPTION:A new chapter begins when the 8 th Annual Festival of Books ret
 urns to downtown Winnsboro on Friday and Saturday\, May 1 and 2. Hosted by
  Winnsboro Center for the Arts (WCA)\, this FREE event turns the streets o
 f downtown into a celebration of stories and storytellers\, allowing guest
 s to meet and mingle with authors from all over Texas and enjoy a variety
  of literary activities for all ages. The event takes place on The Bowery
  in downtown Winnsboro\, where guests can stroll the town’s storybook-like
  streets and pop in and out of charming shops and eateries. And it's only
  two hours from DFW!  \nThis year’s event includes two very special guests
 : \n Bob Livingston \, the event’s featured author\, is a pioneering Texas
  singer-songwriter and member of the legendary Lost Gonzo Band\, a group t
 hat helped shape the sound of progressive country in the 1970s. Livingston
  is author of “Gypsy Alibi: A Gonzo Memoir\,” winner of the Best First Boo
 k of Nonfiction   by the Texas Institute of Letters for its colorful tales
  about the untamed world of Texas music. He has also served as a cultural
  ambassador for the U.S. State Department\, taking his music to 30-plus co
 untries and collaborating with musicians from around the world. \n Corduro
 y is a beloved storybook character who has been entertaining young readers
  with his adventures since the 1960s. Guests can get hugs\, high-fives and
  photos with Corduroy at the event! \n FRIDAY\, MAY 1\, 6 – 9 p.m.: Kick o
 ff the festival with a literal celebration! The evening features: A Meet &
  Greet with the festival’s celebrated Texas authors from 6 – 7 p.m. An eve
 ning of stories and music with the legendary Bob Livingston on The Bowery
  Stage from 7:30 – 9 p.m. (a ticketed event).    \n SATURDAY\, MAY 2\, 9 a
 .m. – 3 p.m.: Bookmark it in your calendar: Opening Chapter – Performing a
 rtist Michael Guinn \, a two-time National Poetry Slam finalist\, five-tim
 e Austin Poetry Slam winner and six-time Fort Worth Poetry Slam winner ret
 urns to emcee the festival which will include recitations by the Fort Wort
 h Poetry Society \, author book readings and spoken word open mic. Soundtr
 ack of the Page : Livingston is an open book in this special performance a
 s he shares excerpts from his wild and storied life. Books on The Bowery –
  Browse\, buy and have your favorite books signed by Texas authors . Story
 book Fun for Kids – Kids of all ages will enjoy interactive art & literacy
  activities \, storytelling hugs and high-fives from Corduroy. \n“Our annu
 al Festival of Books gives voice to local talent\, inspires lifelong reade
 rs and creates a shared space where imagination and connection flourish\,”
  said Mary White\, WCA executive director.  “Every year\, this event bring
 s people together and ensures that the stories shaping our community\, reg
 ion and state are told\, heard\, and celebrated.” \nWCA plays a key role i
 n bringing cultural programming\, exhibitions and entertainment to Winnsbo
 ro and East Texas. WCA is supported in part by grants from the Texas Commi
 ssion on the Arts \, the National Endowment for the Arts \, Wood County ED
 C\, Winnsboro EDC and Christus Mother Frances Health Systems. Winnsboro’s
  Cultural District is recognized by Texas Commission on the Arts for its v
 ibrant arts scene. Winnsboro is recognized by the National Trust for Histo
 ric Preservation as a Texas Main Street Community and an accredited member
  of Main Street America for its successful downtown revitalization. \nFor
  updated schedules\, artist announcements\, ticket information and additio
 nal details\, visit the Festival of Books page on the WCA website. The Bow
 ery is located at 200 Market St. in Downtown Winnsboro. \n ABOUT WINNSBORO
  CENTER FOR THE ARTS : Winnsboro Center for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonpro
 fit organization located in Winnsboro\, Texas. As a multi-disciplinary art
 s center\, it serves communities throughout Northeast Texas\, engaging peo
 ple in educational programming\, cultural experiences\, and entertainment
  . All scheduled programs are subject to change. \n649 words\; 3\,431/4\,0
 81 char\nThe Bowery in Downtown Winnsboro\n200 Market St.\nWinnsboro\, TX
  75494 United States\n
LOCATION:200 Market St.\, Winnsboro\, TX 75494
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DTSTART:20260502T080000Z
DTEND:20260502T120000Z
SUMMARY:SHRED AND RECYCLE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Recycling - FREE!  Rid your home of unwanted electronics (any c
 ondition)\, clothing\, sporting goods\, toys & games\, multimedia\, books\
 , and more!   \n Paper Shredding - $10 FIRST BOX\; $5 EACH ADDITIONAL : Sh
 red truck destroys your documents on-site.  Staples\, rubber bands\, and p
 aper clips okay\; no binders or binder clips\, please.  \n Hard Drive Shre
 dding - $20 each  Off-site destruction. Please remove from computer before
 hand. \nSee more detailed event flyer at https://www.lhpres.org/\nLake Hig
 hlands Presbyterian Church\n8525 Audelia Rd\nDallas\, TX 75238 United Stat
 es\n
LOCATION:8525 Audelia Rd\, Dallas\, TX 75238
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
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DTEND:20260506T213000Z
SUMMARY:Meadows Lyric Theatre: “The Magic Flute”
DESCRIPTION:The Magic Flute  by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart gets an updated ada
 ptation and new text from Meadows Lyric Theatre director Andreas Mitisek i
 n this new version of the classic opera. Under the blazing Texas sun\, Moz
 art's enchanting opera receives a Lone Star remix when tornado chaser Tami
 no storms into mystical transformation. Can Pamina escape her oil executiv
 e Queen mother's corporate empire? Can Papageno\, owner of Lone Star Chick
 en Wings\, find his soulmate between serving up secret recipes? This reima
 gining complete with Sarastro's new age wellness retreat\, a motley cast o
 f characters\, and Mozart's soaring melodies ensures this supercharged 2.0
  version of love\, power\, and transformation is a perfect twister... \n
    \n To purchase tickets online\, please visit  https://smu.universitytic
 kets.com . For more information call 214-768-2787.\nBob Hope Theatre\nOwen
  Arts Center\, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on SMU campus\nDallas\, TX 75205 United S
 tates\n
LOCATION:Owen Arts Center\, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on SMU campus\, Dallas\, TX 7
 5205
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
SEQUENCE:1
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DTSTART:20260508T190000Z
DTEND:20260607T203000Z
SUMMARY:DTC Presents: Malcolm X & Redd Foxx
DESCRIPTION:In the sweltering summer of 1943\, two young men – Little & Fox
 y – forge an unlikely bond over leftover fried chicken and dirty dishwashe
 r. But as the world outside erupts in chaos\, their friendship is tested b
 y betrayal\, ambition\, and the call of history. Inspired by a true story\
 , this gripping world premiere written by DTC’s resident playwright and In
 terim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton\, imagines the moments that shape
  legends—and the friendships that define them. \n   \n Show Details:   Thi
 s production uses profanity and strong adult language.There is simulated u
 se of and discussion about drugs and their paraphernalia. \n Run Time & In
 termission: 90 minutes no intermission\nDee and Charles Wyly Theatre\n2400
  Flora\nDallas\, TX 75201 United States\n
LOCATION:2400 Flora\, Dallas\, TX 75201
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
 2140/key/3511772751/DTC_Presents_Malcolm_X_Redd_Foxx
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DTSTAMP:20260416T184251Z
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
SEQUENCE:1
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DTSTART:20260528T190000Z
DTEND:20260614T160000Z
SUMMARY:FLOAT
DESCRIPTION:FLOAT  is a powerful one-woman show written and performed by Ma
 ryum “May May” Ali\, daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. In this deepl
 y personal performance\, Maryum takes audiences on an inspiring journey th
 rough the defining moments of her life-revealing rare glimpses into her fa
 ther’s compassion\, discipline\, and humanity. Blending live performance w
 ith immersive multimedia elements\, including projected imagery and evocat
 ive soundscapes\,  FLOAT  brings Maryum’s memories vividly to life while e
 xploring identity\, resilience\, and self-worth.\nrachel rodriguez\n215 S
  Tyler St\nDallas\, TX 75208 United States\n
LOCATION:215 S Tyler St\, Dallas\, TX 75208
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
 2140/key/3511792933/FLOAT
CREATED:20251215T155838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T155838Z
DTSTAMP:20260416T184251Z
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
SEQUENCE:1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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DTSTART:20260612T000000Z
DTEND:20260616T000000Z
SUMMARY:DCMS Women in Medicine Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Dallas County Medical Society 2026 Women in Med
 icine Leadership Conference\, a two-day experience designed to inspire\, c
 onnect\, and equip women at every stage of their medical journey. From hig
 h school students exploring healthcare careers to practicing physicians an
 d healthcare leaders\, this conference creates space for meaningful dialog
 ue\, mentorship\, and professional growth. \n Reserve Your Spot Now \nThe
  program will feature dynamic keynote speakers\, interactive breakout sess
 ions\, leadership development opportunities\, and structured networking. D
 edicated tracks will support high school and pre-med college students\, me
 dical students\, residents/fellows\, and practicing physicians\, with inte
 ntional opportunities for cross-generational mentorship and collaboration.
  \nWhether you are early in your career path or an established leader in m
 edicine\, this conference will provide practical tools\, authentic convers
 ations\, and lasting connections to help you thrive\, not just survive\, i
 n today’s healthcare environment. \n Event at a Glance Dynamic keynote spe
 akers and interactive sessions focused on leadership advancement  Structur
 ed opportunities to connect with peers\, mentors\, and emerging leaders  D
 edicated tracks allow experienced physicians to mentor medical students an
 d residents while gaining fresh perspectives  Evidence-based strategies fo
 r thriving in today's challenging healthcare environment  Strengthen the p
 ipeline of women leaders in Dallas-area medicine CME eligible sessions \n
  Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities \nSponsorships and marketing tables
  are available for organizations interested in supporting women in medicin
 e and connecting with physician leaders\, trainees\, and students. This is
  a unique opportunity to align your brand with leadership development\, me
 ntorship\, and the future of healthcare in North Texas. For sponsorship in
 formation\, please contact Nishi Badhwar at  nishi@dallas-cms.org .\nScott
 ish Rite for Children\n2222 Welborn St\nDallas\, TX 75219 United States\n
LOCATION:2222 Welborn St\, Dallas\, TX 75219
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
 2140/key/3511772942/DCMS_Women_in_Medicine_Leadership_Conference
CREATED:20260410T212059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212059Z
DTSTAMP:20260416T184251Z
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
SEQUENCE:1
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DTSTART:20260910T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T160000Z
SUMMARY:Portalgraphs
DESCRIPTION:“Portalgraphs” is a magical musical about Beverly\, a sharp\, s
 pirited grandmother\, and her sassy granddaughter. On the day of her husba
 nd’s funeral\, a photo album becomes a time machine—transporting them into
  key moments of Beverly’s life. As they jump through memories\, what start
 s as a trip down memory lane becomes a powerful lesson: when you truly liv
 e in the moment\, time doesn’t just fly—it stands still.\nrachel rodriguez
 \n215 S Tyler St\nDallas\, TX 75208 United States\n
LOCATION:215 S Tyler St\, Dallas\, TX 75208
URL:http://oakcliff.bubblelife.com/community/oak_cliff_calendar/library/356
 2140/key/3511792972/Portalgraphs
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T155833Z
DTSTAMP:20260416T184251Z
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
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SEQUENCE:1
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