THURSDAY

itants from multiple continents and ecosystems where there is a surprise at every stop. Learn how your favorite animals have adapted to life in the wild world that supports them. Bring your imagination, your passport, and your passion for adventure! For all ages. Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail Irving www. cityofirving.org

Alice in Wonderland Jr.

12-1pm Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of litera- ture’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures. Featur- ing updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion picture, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. is a fast-paced take on the classic tale. Plus, following select performances, join the Alice and the Mad Hatter for a Mad Hatter Tea Party. See website for more information. Tickets to the performance and tea party sold separately. Tickets from $8. Through March 14. Artisan Chil- dren’s Theater, 444 East Pipeline Road, Hurst www.artisanct.com

TUESDAY 10

Spring Break Mini Camps

9:30am-12pm Each mini-camp explores a different topic and in- cludes indoor activities and time outside exploring the 289-acre sanctuary. Daily themes include: Tuesday, March 10 - Signs of Spring; Wednesday, March 11 - Keeper Jr.; and Thursday, March 12 - Nature CSI. $18 for Heard Museum members; $22 nonmembers. For ages 5–12 years (K–sixth grades). Through Mar. 12. Heard Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney www. heardmuseum.org/springbreak

InterSkate Bargain Night 5-9pm $2 admission; $2 quad/$5 inline rental. 1408 Texas 121 Business, Lewisville www.interskate.net

Yoga Storytime

10:30-11:15am This structured storytime teaches preschoolers to follow directions while moving and listening to stories with their caregivers. Please be prompt, as doors will close once the program begins. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Dr., Irving www.cityofirving.org

WEDNESDAY 11

Preschool Picassos

10:30-11:30am Make a memory with your toddler at this Preschool Picasso class at Mansfield’s Oliver Nature Park. This spring, little artists 1–5 years will create a spring flower painting with their parent or guardian. One adult must be registered for each child. Only adults need to register for this program. $15/$17 per parent. Save $2 with MAC membership. Register at the MAC or online. 1650 Matlock Road, Mansfield www.mansfieldtexas.gov/865/ Oliver-Nature-Park-ONP

Dallas Farmers Market 11am-7pm Come visit the 26,000 square foot food hall and artisanal vendor market con- taining four anchor restaurants, a mixture of local specialty foods, artisanal food vendors, and seating areas both inside and out where you can grab a bite to eat or enjoy a cup of coffee while taking in a view of the Dallas skyline or observing the market-goers. Open daily. 920 S Harwood, Dallas www. dallasfarmersmarket.org

THURSDAY 12

Don’t Let The Pidgeon Drive the Bus

9:30-11am Inspired by the popular Pigeon books by Mo Willems and starring an innovative mix of actors, puppets, songs, and feathers, Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! (The Musical) is great fun, and sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. On stage in Carpenter Hall. Shows at 9:30am and 11:30am. Recommended for grades pre-K through 3rd. Tickets from $5. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving www.irvingartscenter.com

Seussical

7:30-9pm Seussical is a fantasti- cal, magical, musical extravagan- za! Come see all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and more. Tickets from $15. Best for ages 7 and older. Through Mar. 21. Artisan Center Theater, 444 East Pipeline Road, Hurst www. artisanct.com

GirlScouts Birthday Bash In The Park

9am-12pm Join us for a celebration, crafts, swaps, and more. See website for other important details. For kids in kindergarten-12th grade. $15 per person (adults and children under 4 are free) 2540 Farmers Branch Ln, Farmers Branch www.gsnetx.org/en/ events-repository/2019/ girl_scout_birthday.html

FRIDAY 13

The Tap Pack

7:30-9pm Come see The Tap Pack, an elegant and entertain- ing nod to the Rat Pack era fea- turing high energy performances of mind-blowing tap dancing, smooth vocals, a swinging live jazz band and witty on-stage banter. The five-member male Australian cast wins the audi- ence from the first downbeat and the pace of their amazing per- formances never slows. Tickets from $21.50. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving www.irvingartscenter.com

Spring Break Steam Fair

3:30-5:30pm Join the Carroll- ton Public Library for the third annual Spring Break STEAM Fair! The STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Fair will provide hands-on experiments from a variety of local businesses. There will be kits to assemble, circuits to build, mazes to create, 3D objects to print, and much more to explore. Learn about your central nervous system, how amateur radio works, and watch experiments on density and diffusion with candy. For ages 5-12. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

SATURDAY 14

The Prego Expo 11:30am-4pm. Exhibitors, Product Demos, Educational Seminars, Giveaways, and a Babies & Bumps Fashion Show. Admission $16 before the show, $18 at the door. Embassy Suites Dallas, Frisco Hotel Convention Center & Spa, 7600 John Q Hammons Dr, Dallas. thepregoexpo.com. See ad in this issue.

Dash Down Greenville

8-9am If you’re an adult, dress in your luckiest gear and join the sea of green for the best 5K and post-race party this side of the rainbow. ‘Twill be a fine morning to celebrate with beer, food, a live band, cash prizes and more fun than ever before. Tickets start at $35. Central Market, 5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas www. runproject.org/events/dashdown-greenville-race

Dallas St. Patrick’s Parade 11am-12pm Find a spot along the two-mile parade route -- traveling south on Greenville Ave. from Blackwell to Yale Blvd. -- and cheer marching bands, dancers and bagpipers. Catch beads thrown from passing floats and party with thousands of green-clad revelers. www. dallasstpatricksparade.com

St. Paddy’s Pickle Parade & Palooza

11am-9pm Don’t miss the 11am Baby Parade for ages 6–48 months. Application fee is $10 per child. The St. Paddy’s Pickle Parade begins at 1pm. Admission and most of the activities in the Pickle Playground are free. See website for more information. Downtown Mansfield, 102 N Main St, Mans- field www.pickleparade.org

McKinney St. Patrick Day Shamrock 5K and Festival

9am-4pm Join us for the 3rd Annual McKinney St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Shamrock Run! The event is returning to Tupps Brewery for its biggest year yet! Featuring a Shamrock Run 5k with awesome medals and swag, two stages with nonstop entertainment from

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