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How the McKinney Repertory Theatre’s ‘Christmas Carol’ Became a Tradition

Zoe Roberts — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:40:00 +0000

The story of how the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge transforms from a cold-hearted curmudgeon to someone who embraces the joys of the holiday season with a hearty “Merry Christmas” has become a tradition for many around McKinney this time of year. Since 2006, the McKinney Repertory Theatre (MRT) has produced Andrew B. Harris’ one-hour adaptation of … Continued

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How David Gordon Green Recaptured His Richardson Youth with Nutcrackers

Zoe Roberts — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:27:00 +0000

It’s set in the present day, but for filmmaker David Gordon Green and his Generation X peers, Nutcrackers is a nostalgia trip. The Richardson native affectionately recalls the coming-of-age movies he watched at grungy, defunct multiplexes like the Promenade and the Loews Park Central, from The Bad News Bears to Uncle Buck to Home Alone. … Continued

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D Magazine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Jade Garrett — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

We have rounded up some of our favorite gifts this season so that you can mark everyone off your list early. Add one for yourself, too. You deserve it. Happy shopping!

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Where You Can Find Fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth This July 4

Zoe Roberts — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:18:53 +0000

One of the best things about July 4 falling on a Thursday is the opportunity for a four-day weekend, and North Texas has planned for that and more. Starting this weekend (because you can’t start the party too early), celebrate Independence Day with food, fun, and (of course) fireworks. (Looking for festivals, orchestras, parades, and … Continued

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This Year’s Chi Omega Christmas Market is Changing Dates and Locations

Catherine Wendlandt — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:52:01 +0000

After more than a decade of holiday shopping at Fair Park, the Chi Omega Christmas Market is packing up shop and dashing away to a new location. This fall, the popular seasonal bazaar will take over Dallas Market Hall off Interstate 35. And with the move comes a new date for Christmas (shopping): September 26–28. It’s not … Continued

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26 Ways to Celebrate Easter in Dallas-Fort Worth This Month

Catherine Wendlandt — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:15:19 +0000

It seems like just yesterday that we were celebrating Mardi Gras, but Easter is almost here. And that means a busy week of entertaining out-of-town in-laws, stuffing plastic eggs with candy in the middle of the night, coordinating family photos in some flower bed, and comforting little ones scared of the giant Easter bunny costume. … Continued

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13 Dallas Restaurants For Easter Brunch and Meals To-Go

Nataly Keomoungkhoun — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:41:21 +0000

Brunch will be the meal of the day on Easter Sunday, and that means spiraled ham and mimosas for us. If you’re not planning to have brunch at home, check out one of these spots for a delicious meal. A few restaurants have to-go options, just in case you need a meal in a pinch. … Continued

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Your 2024 Dallas Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Andrea Chavez — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:43:05 +0000

Everyone knows comments like “Valentine’s Day isn’t my thing …” and “Oh, I don’t need anything—let’s just have a quiet night in …” are a lie. Come February 14, you don’t want to be empty handed when you meet up with your love. But what should you do when your Valentine won’t tell you what … Continued

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Plano’s Luxury Holiday Warehouse Is Selling Out Its Entire Store in a Monthlong Mega Sale

Catherine Wendlandt — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 16:29:28 +0000

Holiday Warehouse, the Plano seasonal décor mainstay, is liquidating its entire 30,000-square-foot store. From January 19 to February 17, it is selling off all its designer holiday decorations, with discounts ranging from between 30 to 80-percent off. When the inventory is gone, it will shut its doors. But this news isn’t “doom and gloom,” says principal … Continued

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Where to Dine and Drink With Your Valentines—and Galentines—in Dallas this February

Nataly Keomoungkhoun — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:52:43 +0000

Grab your partner, the gals, and the guys for Valentine’s Day dining all over Dallas this year. Valentine’s Day falls on a Wednesday this year, which means celebrating can last all week long. Dining 97 West Kitchen & bar A special three-course prix-fixe menu features a stuffed lobster tail, wagyu ribeye steak, and desserts. $120 … Continued

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The Bonton Farms Goats Want to Eat Your Christmas Trees

Catherine Wendlandt — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:34:29 +0000

On any given morning in January, Danny George will find a heap of discarded Christmas trees outside Bonton Farms. Some of the donated tannenbaums will be stacked behind the fence. Others, dropped off during the farm’s closed hours, are strewn across the sidewalk. The farm manager and his staff will stack the trees neatly, and then … Continued

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28 Ways to Observe Martin Luther King Day in Dallas This Month

Catherine Wendlandt — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 17:58:03 +0000

Across Dallas, communities are gearing up to celebrate the 95th birthday and legacy of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 15. As always, there are parades and symposiums. And there are events in the days leading up to and following the third Monday of the month. Discuss racial equity in the city, … Continued

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