Out & About

March 2014

March 22

W.T. White Street Fair

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. community members and families in the W.T. White feeder pattern are invited to the fourth annual W.T. White Street Fair in the high school’s parking lot. Play games, shop or visit food trucks at this year’s celebration. W.T. White High School, 4505 Ridgeside, 214.384.3467, streetfair@wtwcommunity.org, free

MARCH 1

St. Rita School carnival and fun run

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Rita School by participating in a one-mile fun run at 9:15 a.m. or a 5K at 9:45 a.m. After the run, bring the family to the carnival from noon to 8 p.m. Kids can visit the petting zoo and soar on zip lines, and grown-ups can visit the beer garden or the photo booth.

St. Rita School, 12525 Inwood, srs50years.com, tlaudadio@yahoo.com, race registration $15-$30; carnival wristbands are $20

MARCH 1

First Saturday at the Nasher

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the Nasher offers numerous family-friendly activities, including art scavenger hunts, artist demonstrations, dance performances, yoga and creative writing classes.

Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora, 214.242.5100, nashersculpturecenter.com, free

MARCH 2

Antique Rose Show

From 1-2 p.m. G. Michael Shoup of the Antique Rose Emporium discusses the growth and care of hardy roses for North Texas. He will also sign copies of his book, “Empress of the Garden.” North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven, 214.363.5316, nhg.com, free

MARCH 2

Michael Lavigne at The J

At 11 a.m. author Michael Lavigne discusses his book, “The Wanting.” RSVP requested. Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven, 214.739.2737, jccdallas.org, free

MARCH 3-MAY 16

Works on paper by Edward G.

Eisenlohr

This exhibition, titled “Romantic Visions of the American Southwest,” features early 20th century lithographs, drawings, archival materials and paintings inspired by Oak Cliff, New Mexico and the Texas Hill Country.

Hamon Arts Library at Southern Methodist University, 6100 Hillcrest, 214.768.2303, smu.edu, free

Through March 28 Tobi Kahn: Lumina Exhibition

Painter and sculptor Tobi Kahn’s exhibition, featuring paintings inspired by ancient Jewish illuminated manuscripts, has been extended through March. “These paintings are for people from all faiths to talk about the spiritual dimension of their lives,” Kahn says. Guests also can listen to an audio tour explaining Kahn’s work and process. Museum of Biblical Arts, 7500 Park Lane, 214.368.4622, biblicalarts.org, $10-$12

MARCH 11

Not All Beauties Sleep

Think all princesses are damsels in distress? Think again. Little ones can learn how real-life princesses and queens have proven themselves to be courageous and innovative at this library story time from 10:30 a.m.-noon. Following the story, children can make pint-sized scepters or crowns. Suitable for ages 3 and up.

Preston Royal Library, 5626 Royal, 214.670.7128, dallaslibrary2.org, free

MARCH 18

Joe Cross appearance

Joe Cross, author of “Reboot with Joe Juice Diet: Lose Weight, Get Healthy and Feel Amazing,” and creator of the popular documentary, “Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead,” visits for a book signing and discussion at 7 p.m.

Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Highway, Ste. 300, 214.739.1124, free

MARCH 22

Run for Human Rights 5K

Help the Human Rights Initiative of North Texas, a Dallas-based nonprofit serving immigrant victims of violence through legal and social services, by running around Bachman Lake. The one-mile fun run begins at 9:30 a.m.; the 5K is at 10 a.m. A raffle, food trucks and live music will follow.

Bachman Lake Park, 3500 Northwest Highway, 214.855.0520, hrionline. org, $20-$35, free for children under age 9, $5 for dogs

MARCH 28

Acoustic tunes

Three-time Woody Guthrie Award winner K.C. Clifford performs at 8 p.m. Claudia Nygaard opens.

Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse, 214.363.0044, unclecalvins.org, $15-$18

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