FRIDAY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

SUBMIT Upload your Birthday Kids picture @ suburbanparent.com Submit by 10th of the month prior to their birthday. 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch www.farmersbranchtx. gov/129/Library

Nasher Prize Spring Break Week 11am-5pm Enjoy a week of free programming at the Nasher and investigate big ideas from each year’s Nasher Prize Laureate through interactive experiences. Spring Break at the Nasher coincides with spring break week for Dallas ISD. Visitors of all ages are invited to see masterworks of modern sculpture, take part in artist- and educator-led projects and relax in the Nasher Garden. Free. Through Mar. 22. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas www.nashersculpturecenter.org

FRIDAY 20

Super Summer Sign-Up Weekend

Sign up for Summer Camp at the YMCA through 3/23 and save $50 registration fee per child. Details at www.ymcadallas.org/ summer. See ad in this issue.

PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue

6-7:30pm See the heroic pups from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol in action-packed, music-filled production. To help accommodate young children, the Broadway-style performance includes two acts with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets from $23. Through Mar. 22. The Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie www.pawpatrollive.com

Inherit the Wind

7:30-9:30pm One of the most outstanding dramas of our time, Inherit the Wind is a fictional dramatization of the notorious 1925 Scopes “Monkey” trial when a Tennessee teacher was jailed for teaching Darwin’s Theory of evolution to his pupils. Tickets from $21. Through April 4. Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd, Irving www. irvingartscenter.com

Open Gym at Best Gymnastics in Flower Mound

1:30-2:30pm Participants can jump on the trampolines, play in the foam pit, tumble on the rod floor, play games on the Big Blue Floor, or swing on the bars. Open Gym is a drop-off event. There’s open seating for parents who want to stay, a cafe area with live television, and free Wi-Fi. The cost is $5 per child. For kids ages 6 and younger. 601 Cross Timbers Rd Ste. 100, Flower Mound www. bestgymnastics.net

SATURDAY 21

Nasher Prize Spring Break Week 11am-5pm Bring the whole family to enjoy a week of free programming at the Nasher and investigate big ideas from each year’s Nasher Prize Laureate through interactive experiences. Spring Break at the Nasher coincides with spring break week for Dallas ISD. Free. Through Mar. 22. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas www.nashersculpturecenter.org holders for the “Largest Toy Pistol Fight?” There will be amazing surprises, special guests and global exclusive product reveals! Meet your favorite NERF YouTube celebrities in person. Battle with your friends and family on the actual NFL field of the Dallas Cowboys. Fun for all ages. Tickets start at $16. Free parking. 1 AT&T Way, Arlington www.facebook. com/JaredsEpicNerf

SUNDAY 22

Origins – Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind

10am-5pm Final day for the exhibition exploring the discovery of rare fossils. This exhibition requires a surcharge for members and non-members. Members: $7. Non-members: $21–30. Perot Museum, 2201 N Field St, Dallas www.origins.perotmuseum.org

Last Stop on Market Street

1:30-3pm On a Sunday after church in a bustling, ethnically and culturally diverse American city, CJ and his Nana board the public bus for their weekly trip across town to help out at a soup kitchen. Along the way CJ discovers that everyone and everything has a unique rhythm and purpose. This inspiring and imaginative play is based on The New York Times bestseller. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Tickets from $15. Through April 5. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas www.dct.org/plays

Jurassic Gardens

9am-6pm Come see the prehistoric Woodbine Formation, found right here in North Texas, and come face-to-face with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs. Dinos After Dark: Explore the dinosaurs in a whole new light as a family special experiences Friday and Saturday nights during the exhibit. Through April 5. $10 per person; free for children 2 and younger. Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball Street, Grapevine www.gograpevine.com

Jared’s Epic Nerf Battle 5!

6-10pm Now back for its 5th consecutive year, who wants to attend the current reigning world record For A Dreamer Of Houses

11am-5pm Inspired by philosopher Gaston Bachelard’s concept of the psychological, emotional significance of rooms and houses, For a Dreamer of Houses presents contemporary artworks that evoke personal spaces and considers the politics of places we identify with. The exhibit requires a $9 ticket with discounts for seniors, students, and military. DMA Members and children 11 and under are free. Through January 31, 2021. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas www.dma.org

MONDAY 23

Dallas Mavericks vs. Houston Rockets

7:30-10:30pm Come to the AAC to cheer on the Mavericks as they take on the Houston Rockets. Tickets start at $36. AAC, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas www.mavs.com

TUESDAY 24

Baby Bounce

10:15-11am Come for stories, nursery rhymes, music, and movement. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch www.farmersbranchtx. gov/129/Library Nature’s Art – the Mineral Beauty of China

10am-5pm Collecting rocks and stone carvings has been popular in China for thousands of years. The country’s abundant mineral resources were historically used for industrial purposes only until the mid1980’s. Marvel at breathtaking specimens including a metallic masterpiece of stibnite, feetshaped azurite and malachite, a mountainous fluorite covered in snow-like calcite and much more. This special exhibit is included with General Admission. Through Sept. 7. Perot Museum, 2201 N Field St., Dallas www.perotmuseum.org

WEDNESDAY 25

Little Steppers: Herpetology Helpers

11am-12pm Students with special needs will learn about nature. Pre-registration required. $7/$9 per student. For ages 5-17 years. Oliver Nature Park, 1650 Matlock Road, Mansfield www.olivernaturepark.com event. There’s open seating for parents who want to stay, a cafe area with live television, and free Wi-Fi. The cost is $5 per child. For kids ages 6 and younger. 601 Cross Timbers Rd Ste. 100, Flower Mound www. bestgymnastics.net

SATURDAY 28

Lego Trolls World Tour 10am-8pm Legoland Discovery Center hosts the ultimate celebration of the new movie Trolls World Tour. Tickets from $19.95. Through April 26. Legoland Discovery Center, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine www.dallasfw.legolanddiscoverycenter.com

Festival of Joy

11am-6pm Experience India’s vast cultural and spiritual heritage at Klyde Warren Park. Enjoy live music and dance performances, along with traditional eats, games, and activities for the entire family. Free. 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas www.fojdallas.com

THURSDAY 26

Lego Mania

4-5pm Come to the library for some Lego-building creativity. Ages 5 and up. Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch www.farmersbranchtx.gov/129/Library

FRIDAY 27

Junie B. Jones Jr.

5-6pm Junie B. Jones Jr. captures the hearts of audiences of all ages, just as the books captivated an entire generation of students. Tickets from $8. Through April 25. 444 East Pipeline Road, Hurst www.artisanct.com

Open Gym at Best Gymnastics in Flower Mound 1:30-2:30pm Participants can jump on the trampolines, play in the foam pit, tumble on the rod floor, play games on the Big Blue Floor, or swing on the bars. Open Gym is a drop-off Nash Farm Heritage Workshop

8:30am-1pm Visit Nash Farm and experience what it’s like to step into a 19th century home while learning the essential farm skills. This open-house setting allows guests to discuss the activities with the interpreters and involvement may be encouraged when possible. This month’s workshop: Preparing a 19th Century Farm Meal. Prepare a late 19th century meal on a wood cook stove in the 1869 farmhouse with historic culinary educators. Following your visit to the farmhouse, visit the farm grounds to complete your experience. Registration is required, but walk-in registration is also encouraged. Participants of all ages may attend. Space is limited at all events. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online. Nash Farm, 626 Ball St, Grapevine www.grapevinetexasusa.com/nash-farm/ events/heritage-workshops

SUNDAY 29

Dallas Blooms—Sounds of Spring

9am-5pm The Dallas Arboretum announces “Sounds of Spring” as this year’s Dallas Blooms theme. Free with general admission. Through April 12. 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas www.dallasarboretum.org

Last Stop on Market Street

1:30-3pm On a Sunday after church in a bustling, ethnically and culturally diverse American city, CJ and his Nana board the public bus for their weekly trip across town to help out at a soup kitchen. Along the way CJ discovers that everyone and everything has a unique rhythm and purpose. This inspiring and imaginative play is based on The New York Times bestseller. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Tickets from $15. Through April 5. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas www.dct.org/plays

Inherit the Wind

2:30-4:30pm One of the most outstanding dramas of our time, Inherit the Wind is a fictional dramatization of the notorious 1925 Scopes “Monkey” trial when a Tennessee teacher was jailed for teaching Darwin’s Theory of evolution to his pupils. Tickets from $21. Through April 4. Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd, Irving www. irvingartscenter.com

MONDAY 30

Mother Goose Time

11:15-11:45am A lap-sit class designed to encourage interaction between adult and child. Ticket required. For babies ages 0-15 months. Lewisville Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville www.library. cityoflewisville.com

Scale Tales

10am-7pm Get an up-close and personal look at reptiles and exotic animals during SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium’s new interactive show Scale Tales, which gives guests the opportunity to get an up close and personal look at the aquarium’s reptiles and exotic animals that include a bearded dragon, blue tongue skink, ball python and more. Scale Tales is included in the price of admission. Online pricing from $17.99 for adults, from $14.99 for children 3–12 years and free for 2 and younger. Through March 31. SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium, 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway, Grapevine www.visitsealife. com/grapevine

TUESDAY 31

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

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

10am-12am Come experience the grand opening of Andretti Indoor Karting and Games, bringing high-speed electric super karts, bowling, VR gaming, arcade games, a ropes course, unique dining, legendary event space and much more. Andretti Indoor Karting and Games offers nearly 100,000 square feet of nonstop action and excitement. It’s a pay-as-you-go facility with no general admission fee. Fun for kids and adults of all ages. Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, 5752 Grandscape Blvd., Suite 100,The Colony www.andrettikarting.com/ thecolony

Music and Stories with Kidworks

11am-12pm Bring the kiddos to a storytelling session in the park! Bring your little ones and join us for an hour full of music, movement and fun stories every Tuesday. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas www.klydewarrenpark.org/things-to-do/ events/2020/music-and-stories-with-miss-kimberly.html