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May events
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MAY 07 BREWCOFFEE LIKE A PRO White Rock Co ee in Lake Highlands will teach co ee enthusiasts how to brew co ee like a pro. The Brew Lab course will focus on ve main elements in co ee brewing, demonstrate proper brewing techniques and give participants a hands-on brewing experience. 1-3 p.m. $40. White Rock Co ee Brew Lab, 10109 E. Northwest Hwy., Dallas. 214-341-4774. CELEBRATE BLACKHERITAGE The second annual Black Heritage Celebration will showcase Black designers, artists, entertainers and businesses. The event includes a vendors market, artist exhibition, cooking demonstration and live performances. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $10-$16 (event included in general admission). Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas. 214-515-6615. www.dallasarboretum.org/bhc 14 VISIT A SPRINGMARKETWITH LOCAL BUSINESSES www.wrco ee.com 14 THROUGH 15 Wallace Elementary School in Lake Highlands is holding a spring market featuring local small businesses. Proceeds will go directly toward funding eld trips for students of Wallace Elementary. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). Wallace Elementary, 9921 Kirkhaven Drive, Dallas. 972-978-6576. www.wallacepta.membershiptoolkit.com 21 ENJOY LIVEMUSIC, BOWLING AND BEER Texas native Kirk Holloway will perform at Bowlski’s Lakewood Theater. Holloway worked to make his mark on the country music scene in Nashville, but found success in his home state. Patrons may bowl, drink beer and listen to a live show simultaneously. 9 p.m. $10. Lakewood Theater, 1825 Abrams Parkway, Dallas. 214-434-1113. www.bowlskisdallas.com 21 EXPLORE THE PACIFIC ISLANDS The Forest Green Branch Library in Lake Highlands is inviting residents to explore the culture of the Paci c Islands.
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Story hour includes “Laka, The Goddess of Hila and the First Hula.” Participants can also attend a Hula workshop. There will also be a screening of the Disney lm “Moana.” 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Forest Green Branch Library, 9619 Greenville Ave., Dallas. 214-670-1335. https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com 28 LEARNABOUT REPTILES AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM Representatives from the Dallas Zoo will be at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden to introduce guests to ambassador animals, including birds, mammals and reptiles. Zoo sta will educate guests on animal habitats and more. 10:30-11 a.m. $10-$16 (event included in general admission). Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas. 214-515-6615. www.dallasarboretum.org “Around the World in 8 Plays” is a one-act comedy performed by a cast from the Northwest Bible Church at the Bright Lights Theatre in Lake Highlands. Similar to Aesop’s fables, the play is ideal for adults or families with students in upper elementary levels and older. 6:30 p.m. (May 13), 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. (May 14). $12 (under age 18), $15 (over age 18). Bright Lights Theatre, 9940 Acklin Drive, Dallas. 318-584-1313. www.brightlightstheatre.org (Courtesy Bright Lights Theatre)
The Great Amazing Race features various challenges. (Courtesy The Great Amazing Race)
FEATURED EVENT The Great Amazing Race Fans of the long-running CBS show “The Amazing Race” can get their chance to participate in a nontelevised local version of the physical challenge during The Great Amazing Race’s 11th outing near White Rock Lake on May 15. This challenge will see teams of two race across a 1.5-mile-long course while stopping periodically to complete physical and mental challenges. Clue cards at challenge stations will instruct teams on how to complete a given task before continuing to the next station. The race is open to ages 5-85, with any age combination for teams permitted. With an average completion time of one hour, all ages are encouraged to participate. Awards will be given to the fastest teams across four divisions based on grade and age, with the younger
member of the team determining which division teams compete in. The award divisions are for grades K-3; grades 4-8; grades 9-12 and up to age 39; and age 40 and up. A portion of the proceeds will go toward the Max Cure Foundation, a nonpro t childhood cancer research foundation that provides nancial support to low- income, military and rst responder families who have a child with cancer. 2 p.m. $59.99 per two-person team. Norbuck Park
200 N. Buckner Blvd., Dallas www.greatamazingrace.com
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