You will thank them.

White Rock Paddle Company

Opening in March

Enjoy White Rock Lake from a new point of view. Rent a kayak for two, a canoe, or even a paddleboard and explore the lake like never before. whiterockpaddle.com

ST. PADDY’S DASH DOWN GREENVILLE 5K

March 14, 8 am

Don your green gear and start off your St. Patrick’s Day right with the 20th annual Dash Down Greenville. runproject.org

As the days get longer, so does the fun. From pinning on a shamrock and running down Greenville Avenue to dusting off your green thumb, the Lakewood area has the perfect activities for spring.

MAD HATTER’S TEA AT THE ARBORETUM

April 9, 10:30 am

Don your favorite hat for the 27th annual Mad Hatter’s Tea. Enjoy a fabulously fun party, which includes a live auction and fashion show. dallasarboretum.org

Get Gardening Tips From The Pros

Saturdays, 10:15 am

Want to become a fashonista flower designer or learn the secrets to growing spectacular roses? Now you can! Every Saturday learn from the pros at Calloway’s Nursery.calloways.com/events

Dallas Easter Run

March 28, 7 am

Start a new tradition this Easter by taking part in the 2nd annual downtown Easter run. There is a 4-mile route and also a 1-mile route for families. dallaseasterrun.com

CELEBRATION! WHITE ROCK

April 2, 6:30 pm

Come and celebrate the lake with local food and drinks, live music, and a run. whiterockdallas.org

Easter Egg Hunt 2015

March 27 & 28, April 3 & 4, 7:30 am

Enjoy a delightful breakfast, Easter crafts, and Egg Hunt at Dallas Arboretum’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. Bring you basket and your camera. dallasarboretum.org

12th Annual Wings

LUNCHEON with Kevin Costner

DALLAS ST. PATRICK’S PARADE & FESTIVAL

March 14, 11 am dallasstpatricksparade.com

With more than 90 floats and 1,700 parade participants, Dallas St. Patrick’s Parade is the largest in the Southwest. This is a can’t-miss East Dallas favorite.

April 10, 11:30 am

This luncheon will support New Friends New Life, a nonprofit that empowers formerly trafficked girls and exploited women and children. Kevin Costner will keynote the event. newfriendsnewlife.org

Stama Spring Boutique And Food Festival

March 21, 10 am-4 pm

Calling all shoppers! St. Thomas Aquinas Mother’s Association welcomes you to join the shopping fun. Experience local shops, food, and entertainment. Proceeds will help fund local charities. stamaboutique.com

Craft Beer Tasting

April 16, 6:15 pm

Two Lakewood favorites team up to bring you Craft Beer Tasting with Lakewood Brewing. Enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while sipping on local craft beer. dallasarboretum.org