out&about

08.06.10-08.22.10 CASA PARADE OF PLAYHOUSES

FREE During the 14th annual Dallas CASA Parade of Playhouses, visitors to NorthPark Center can buy raffle tickets to win one of 18 playhouses custom-built by local architects, designers and corporations. The event raises awareness for abused and neglected children and helps fund training for CASA volunteers who advocate for victims in the protective care of the Dallas court system. This year’s playhouses showcases a fire truck, school house, florist shop and other designs. The drawing will be held during the closing ceremony on Aug. 22. For more details, visit dallascasa.org.

—Eliz A bET h MillER

08.18

Commercial

REAL ESTATE WOMEN’S LUNCHEON $50-$55 CREW will host a luncheon and discussion 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Park City Club, 5956 Sherry. The event features Andy Smith of Green Squared and focuses on energy efficient building and available tax credits. For more details, call 214.890.6490 or e-mail v khopkins@crew-dallas.org.

08.26

International

DINNER WITH 15 MAYORS $100-$125

The dinner presents a unified image of our international communities, gives them a voice and highlights their cultural contributions to the overall DFW community. Tickets are $100 dollars and $125 after Aug. 1. The reception begins at 6 p.m. at Temple Emmanu-El at Hillcrest and Northwest Highway. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com/ event/661205684.

08.28

Science

FAIR WORKSHOP FREE

The SMU physics department will host the Fluor Science Fair Workshop to help local teachers, parents and students prepare for science fair competitions. The event is sponsored by SMU Physics, Fluor and Beal Bank. 214.768.2109 ordrsef.org.