Highland Village to hold tree lighting ceremony December 2
Several thousand people are expected to attend the free event, where a 54-foot-tall Christmas tree will be lit by LISD Superintendent Dr. Jerry Roy.
Monday, Dec. 1, 2008
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Parade of Lights kicks off holiday season in Fort Worth
Themed “The Sights and Sounds of the Season,” the evening parade featured illuminated floats, marching bands, horseback riders and performers to herald the holiday season.
Monday, Dec. 1, 2008
DFW International Community Alliance to put on 3rd Annual Navidad Latinoamericana
A variety of Latino musical ensembles present the inspiring traditional Christmas rhythms of villancicos, aguinaldos, and posadas from Latin America and Spain.
Monday, Dec. 1, 2008
TWU holiday concert set for Saturday, December 6
Traditional audience sing-along is on the agenda, so start warming up your uvula.
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008
BFD story of the day: Black Friday sales
Way to call it, Radio Shack!
... though none dare call it by name. (Well, almost none.)
Friday, Nov. 28, 2008
Dallas tree peddler handles big jobs for folks that want big holiday trees
Tony Sandone trucks 'em in, lights 'em up, then mulches 'em down.
Friday, Nov. 28, 2008
Arlington Master Chorale presents “Voices of Christmas” on December 9
“Voices of Christmas” concert includes Mack Wilberg’s "Jubilate Deo" and Randol Bass’ "Gloria."
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008
DFW Airport not as packed with weary, cranky Thanksgiving travelers as last year
On your particular flight, however, there will be just as many screaming babies.
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008
Gay List Daily’s must-do events: Thanksgiving Weekend 2008 edition
We’re here to get you on the right path for the rest of the holiday season, starting with Friday.
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008
Grand Prairie expects big crowds for Prairie Lights 2008
The annual drive-through lighted park attraction returns for 2008 with a new selection of holiday eye candy at Lynn Creek Park, Nov. 27-Dec. 31.
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008
Things closed (and open) on Thanksgiving Day (and the day after) in Arlington
If you want to play golf while other people lounge around watching the Macy's Parade, NO PROBLEM!
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008
Arlington Holiday Lights Parade set for Dec. 6
Event to feature lighted floats, live music. (Bring something to sit on.)
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008
TWU to ring in the season with Holiday Concert
The concert will feature TWU’s Concert Choir, Chamber Singers and Flute Choir, along with TWU Professor Emeritus Dr. Thomas K. Brown on the organ.
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008
Dallas-based Gold’s Gym expert has tips on Thanksgiving-style holiday eating
And so does Pegasus News, with this list of Thanksgiving events around town.
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008
UT Dallas presents 32nd Annual Holiday Sing on Saturday, December 13
This year's theme, "An International Christmas" blends readings and carols from many lands, including Russia, England, France, Spain, Poland and Africa.
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008
Collin County Ballet Theatre announces casting of The Nutcracker
West Plano resident Elise Fuller has finally realized her ballet dream.
Monday, Nov. 24, 2008
Dallas Area Rapid Transit bus and light rail services will follow DART Sunday schedule on Thanksgiving
And Friday's schedule will be what they call "modified".
Monday, Nov. 24, 2008
North Texas Christmas light show to benefit Hilltop Church Hope Bank in Aubrey
The Vaderville synchronized light show is made up of three neighboring houses pulsating in sync with more than 40,000 lights and special effects running on 80 computer controlled channels of animation.
Monday, Nov. 24, 2008
Fort Worth-based American Airlines will limit baggage during holidays to select Latin American and Caribbean destinations
Fortunately, a bathing suit doesn't take up that much room.
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008
Holiday toy train display is back at NorthPark Center in Dallas
The Trains at NorthPark exhibit is the most elaborate toy train display in all of Texas.
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008
Irving-based Zales introduces new diamond with hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of facets
This thing has so many frigging facets, it is sure to leave your fingers bloody and raw.
Friday, Nov. 21, 2008
Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass to extend their hours for the holiday season
From Thanksgiving through Christmas Kittrell will be open on Sundays.
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008
McKinney High School Marquette captain to perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Taylor Lewis will be one of approximately 1,000 dancers from across the nation to perform in the parade.
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008
Salvation Army to start taking credit cards
You charge all the presents you buy, why not charge a donation too?
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008
Fort Worth to offset tree lights with wind energy
The offsets are coming from none other than (drum roll please...) Green Mountain Energy!
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008
Irving tree-lighting ceremony set for Dec. 6
None dare call it a Christmas Tree, but whatever you call it, it's about to get all lit up for the holidays.
Non-religion-specific yuletide festival will include parade, music and fireworks.
Monday, Nov. 17, 2008
See’s Candies seasonal kiosks opened in Dallas area November 13
They traded out the location at the Town East mall for a new one at West Village.
Monday, Nov. 17, 2008
Burleson children may get phone call from Santa
It's almost as cool as sitting on Santa's lap.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008
Rowlett honored veterans with ceremony in Veterans’ Park on Tuesday
Tuesday being Veteran's Day. Veterans, get it?
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
Dallas Veteran’s Day Parade available for viewing on iMedia
I'm betting there'll be a fighter aircraft flyover at some point, too.
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008
SafeHaven of Tarrant County offering holiday helper opportunities
SafeHaven is looking for donations of food and toys to help domestic violence survivors.
Monday, Nov. 10, 2008
North Richland Hills to host Veterans Day celebration on November 11
The Veterans Day Celebration will be held at Liberty Park, home of the town's Veterans monument.
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008
The Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra and Children’s Chorus of Greater Dallas create “Holiday Magic”
Performance includes: Yarbrough’s Alleluias for Orchestra, Alfred Reed’s Russian Christmas Music, John Rutter’s Magnificat and Respighi’s Adoration of the Magi.
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008
City of Arlington to honor home-grown World War II flying ace on Veteran’s Day
Medal of Honor recipient Col. Neel Kearby flew the P-47 Thunderbolt - and flew it well.
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents Home for the Holidays November 28-30
The FWSO tradition continues in a holiday show filled with Christmas carol favorites, a family sing-along, the Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir and even jolly St. Nick himself!
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
McDavid Studio celebrates New Year’s Eve with Blues N’Breakfast
Tickets go on sale this Saturday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
Vinnie Paul Abbott’s Halloween party at Firewater in Dallas attracted people in costumes
Vinnie Paul did his Dirk Diggler impression.
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
Poll by Irving-based Michaels Stores predicts more homemade gifts for 2008 holiday season
Oh, and guess which craft store sells the raw materials? Come on. Begins with an M.
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
Nightmare survey conducted by Dallas-based Blockbuster ranks The Exorcist #1
Sure, these 10 films are what the "general public" (i.e., "unwashed masses") think are scary. But which films chill out PegNews staff and readers most?
Friday, Oct. 31, 2008
Today is the last day for early voting in DFW
It's a record Texas turnout already, and it ain't over 'til Joe the Plumber sings - which can't happen until he signs a recording contract.
Friday, Oct. 31, 2008
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