Things To Do in Dallas » events in Dallas http://www.thingstodoindallas.info Restaurants, Events, and Reviews for the DFW Area Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:12:06 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 My Tax Nightmares Revisited http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-tax-nightmares-revisited/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-tax-nightmares-revisited/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:12:06 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=347 Based on the fact that I have a degree in accounting, you would think I would be ideally suited to do taxes for people. Not so. That crap overwhelms me, and while I have had my fair share of taxes to do for myself, I certainly do not want to take on anybody else’s. H & R Block and those other tax professionals can certainly handle everything – I’ve heard good things about them. Family members have used them for years, and I even have relatives who took the classes offered by them so that they could go work for them.

You have to assume they know what’s going on – they’ve bee around a zillion years and are still going strong. Maybe I will try them next year.

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-tax-nightmares-revisited/feed/ 0 My busy weekend http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-busy-weekend/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-busy-weekend/#comments Fri, 14 May 2010 17:13:17 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=339 Well, we now have 4 scheduled dog visits – the nice thing is that they are coming to us!  They all range in age from 5 years to 9 years!  I could be a Mom this weekend!  Of course, we have nothing for a dog yet.  I was going to start stocking up on dog food since I try to find good sales, but then I thought the dog we get might have a special diet need, so I decided to wait.

On another note, we have a “couples get together” this weekend.  We rarely have anything planned, so between the get-together and the dog visits our weekend is very full.  Actually, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed!

The next weekend a friend of ours is having a get-together to celebrate her daughter’s graduation from high school.

I almost feel important.

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/my-busy-weekend/feed/ 0 Legacy Boxer Rescue in Hurst, TX – we’re getting a dog! http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/legacy-boxer-rescue-in-hurst-tx-were-getting-a-dog/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/legacy-boxer-rescue-in-hurst-tx-were-getting-a-dog/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 01:28:45 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=337 I’m in the process of trying to find the perfect dog.  We are checking out Boxers form Legacy Boxer Rescue in Hurst, TX.  We are for sure going to see 3 dogs this weekend, and possibly more.  I am SO excited about having a dog in the house – they are so sweet.  My husband wants a really big boxer – I want a Boxer.  ;-)    To me, I love all dogs, but my husband is waiting for that “feeling” you get when you know it’s the one.  I’ve had that feeling several times.  Anyway, very excited.  Maybe we will have our new dog this weekend.  Keep your fingers crossed.

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/legacy-boxer-rescue-in-hurst-tx-were-getting-a-dog/feed/ 1 Trying to get my tree trimming done http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/trying-to-get-my-tree-trimming-done/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/trying-to-get-my-tree-trimming-done/#comments Tue, 11 May 2010 16:12:22 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=335 I don’t know why, but it seems like i am constantly spending money getting my trees trimmed.  We bought our house in 2003, and the psychopath that owned the house before us had a tree fetish.  There were about 60 trees on our regular standard lot (80′ x 120′).  We have had all but 5 trees removed, so now i am getting ready to remove them.  Gotta get an estimate.  Our neighbor said they were pretty, but what she doesn’t know is that they have completely destroyed the driveway, damaged the foundation, and roots are growing into the pipes causing our water to backup.  Nasty.  So easily I will be spending a grand to get these trees removed, but at least this will be the last time.  Once we get them removed and get a new driveway I will be sure to get trees whose roots grow deep instead of on the surface.  I can sure think of better ways to spend money than this.

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/trying-to-get-my-tree-trimming-done/feed/ 0 Event Planner – Kid’s Birthday Parties and More http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/event-planner-kids-birthday-parties-and-more/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/event-planner-kids-birthday-parties-and-more/#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:30:58 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=307 Planning a party can be a lot of work…I know – I just helped with a baby shower!  Sometimes you just have to leave it to the professional to help you simply to avoid becoming overwhelmed.  And when you are trying to have a “Themed” party – like “Wild West” or “Hawaiian Luau”, it’s just easier to have someone put it together for you because they know where to get the supplies!

Parties2U is the best place to go.  Right now their area of expertise is kid’s parties, but they do plan to expand to other types of parties.

Call 817-914-1585 for Pricing and Reservations

Call 817-914-1585 for Pricing and Reservations

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/event-planner-kids-birthday-parties-and-more/feed/ 0 Greek Festival of Dallas – Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/greek-festival-of-dallas-things-to-do-in-dallas-this-weekend/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/greek-festival-of-dallas-things-to-do-in-dallas-this-weekend/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:41:30 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=304 This weekend is the Greek Food Festival – apparently this is their 53rd year!  It begins tonight (Thursday, September 24) and goes through Sunday (September 27).

This is a great place to enjoy authentic Greek cuisine and pastries, listen to live music, and dance.  You can also shop for imported goods in the marketplace.

You can get more information here:  www.GreekFestivalofDallas.com

Location:  Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 13555 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, TX     972-233-4800

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/greek-festival-of-dallas-things-to-do-in-dallas-this-weekend/feed/ 0 Shakespeare in the Park – Things to do in Dallas Outside http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/shakespeare-in-the-park-things-to-do-in-dallas-outside/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/shakespeare-in-the-park-things-to-do-in-dallas-outside/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:39:29 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=283 Shakespeare Dallas is putting on its 38th annual Shakespeare in the Park performances.

2009 Shakespeare in the Park Series: click each link to find out what specific dates are for each play

Be sure to take a picnic or a bottle of wine along with blankets or lawn chairs.

Official Shakespeare Website

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ArtFest 2009 at Fair Park (40th Annual) Zbutton

“WineStroll” Preview Party & Wine Tasting event Friday, May 22nd 6pm – 9pm ($15 in advance / $20 at gate)
Saturday, May 23rd 10am – 7pm ($5 in advance / $6 at gate)
Sunday, May 24th 10am – 6pm ($5 in advance / $6 at gate)

Children under 6 are free

Pay $1 for each dog you want to bring in (new this year)

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/things-to-do-in-dallas-memorial-day-weekend-artfest-2009-in-fair-park/feed/ 2 Free Things to do in Addison, Texas on Friday – Watch a Movie Outside http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/free-things-to-do-in-addison-texas-on-friday-watch-a-movie-outside/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/free-things-to-do-in-addison-texas-on-friday-watch-a-movie-outside/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:07:47 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=216 If you want something fun and free to do, why not go watch a movie out in the park in Addison? Details are below!

  • Where:     Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Drive, Addison TX. Parking adjacent to Addison Circle Park off of Festival Way and Addison Circle Drive.
  • What:  Bring a date or the whole family and spend the evening outdoors enjoying movies projected on the large screen.
  • Date:    June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26, and July 3, 2009
  • Time: 9 pm – midnight
  • Official Website: Cinema in the Circle

Cinema in the Circle Movie Schedule

  • June 5: Back to the Future
  • June 12: The Goonies
  • June 19: Jurassic Park
  • June 26: Jaws
  • July 3 (after Kaboom Town fireworks): Raiders of the Last Ark

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]]> http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/free-things-to-do-in-addison-texas-on-friday-watch-a-movie-outside/feed/ 0 Free Things to do in Plano on May 2 – Asian American Heritage Festival http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/free-things-to-do-in-plano-on-may-2-asian-american-heritage-festival/ http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/events-in-dallas/free-things-to-do-in-plano-on-may-2-asian-american-heritage-festival/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:11:07 +0000 admin http://www.thingstodoindallas.info/?p=214 The Celebrating Asian American Heritage Foundation (CAAHF) will host ASIAFEST ‘09 on Saturday May 2nd, 2009.  This is the Festival’s 6th year.

Festival Activities will include demonstrations of Asian culture including Chinese calligraphy, Asian painting, traditional dances, fashion shows, musical instruments and other cultural arts. Talented artists from the local Asian community will showcase their culture and heritage to the public. This event celebrates the diverse artistic and cultural experiences of Asian-Americans – it is about understanding the different spices that make up the wonderful American Melting Pot.

Other activities will include origami, balloon animal clowns, live music and dance performances, and a variety of Asian food. New this year is a children’s art contest which will be held throughout the day. Also new, the Dallas Asian American Youth Orchestra will perform and UT Dallas’ Confucius Institute will make a presentation inside the Courtyard Theater adjacent to the west side of the park.
Details:

  • Date:     Saturday, May 2, 2009
  • Time:     11 am  -  5 pm
  • Location:     Downtown Plano at Haggard Park
  • Official Website:     AsiaFest ‘09

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