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7th Annual Pottery in the Park Festival

Tableware, vases, and artistic pieces are among the various types of pottery that will be on display and available for purchase at the Seventh Annual Pottery in the Park Festival, sponsored by The Potters’ Studio of Lockheed Martin Recreation Association (LMRA). The Pottery in the Park Festival will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, October 11th and Sunday, October 12th. Admission and parking are free. Lockheed Martin Recreation Association is located at 3400 Bryant-Irvin Rd. Fort Worth, TX 76109, just one mile north of I-20. The festival will be held on the LMRA grounds next to the Trinity River.    

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth - Hubbard/Birchler

Hubbard/Birchler: No Room to Answer is organized by the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Curator Andrea Karnes. The exhibition will be on view to the public from September 14, 2008 through January 4, 2009. Special exhibitions are included in general museum admission: $10 for adults; $4 for seniors (60+) and students with identification; free for children 12 and under; free for Modern members. The Swiss/American artist duo Teresa Hubbard (born 1965 in Dublin, Ireland) and Alexander Birchler (born 1962 in Baden, Switzerland) live and work in Austin, Texas. In a career of more than fifteen years, they have become known for their picturesque, color-saturated photographic series...    

Bass Performance Hall - Bowfire

Bass Performance Hall welcomes back high-energy music and dance ensemble Bowfire on Monday, December 1 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $20-$50. Since its inception nearly a decade ago, Bowfire has been wowing audiences worldwide with stellar musicianship, elaborate set designs and imaginative, foot-stompin’ choreography. The Washington Post hailed Bowfire as “enormously entertaining” and The Houston Chronicle said Bowfire is full of “razzle-dazzle and variety.” Created by violinist Lenny Solomon, Bowfire brings together a collective of musicians whose diverse backgrounds and musical experiences give the show an anything-goes attitude.  

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

The “Music of the Night” will take center stage when Kevin Gray, Brad Little and Craig Schulman - who have collectively worn the mask in thousands of performances of The Phantom of the Opera - offer a command performance from some of the greatest musicals ever written. Don’t miss this exciting concert with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and Principal Guest Conductor Ron Spigelman on October 3, 4 and 5 at Bass Performance Hall. The concerts begin at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $26 - $78 and are available online at www.fwsymphony.org or by telephone at 817-665-6000. Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more.  

Circle Theatre presents Dex & Julie Sittin’ in a Tree

Circle Theatre, a professional, contemporary regional theatre company in Sundance Square, will begin previews of Dex & Julie Sittin’ in a Tree on September 18, 2008. The steamy play about two college sweethearts, twenty-five years later, is written by acclaimed playwright Bruce Graham and directed by Matthew Gray. The show previews September 18, 19, and 20 (matinee) and officially opens Saturday at 8:00pm, September 20, 2008. In this sexy, edgy two-actor tour-de-force, college sweethearts Dex and Julie reunite 25 years later when Dex (played by Chamblee Ferguson*), now a celebrity lawyer, arrives to collect an award from their alma mater...  

Kimbell Art Museum

The Impressionists: Master Paintings from The Art Institute of Chicago JUNE 29-NOVEMBER 2, 2008, Some of the most celebrated and iconic works of the great Impressionist painters are coming to the Kimbell Art Museum this summer! The loan of about 90 paintings from Chicago's world-renowned Impressionist collection is possible because of an ambitious reinstallation and expansion project at the Art Institute that includes extensive renovation of the galleries and the construction of a new Modern Wing designed by Renzo Piano-the architect recently chosen by the Kimbell to design its own second building. The collection will be shown exclusively at the Kimbell.  

Stage West presents Blithe Spirit

Charles Condomine is a happy man. A successful writer, he is nicely settled into his second marriage, to the sensible and efficient Ruth. And it looks like a comfortable existence is his for the foreseeable future. Until, that is, a fateful dinner party sets things in motion which will turn his life upside-down, in Noel Coward’s wonderfully witty Blithe Spirit, which begins a four-week run at Stage West. Previews: Thursday, October 9 at 7:30 PM, Friday, October 10 at 8:00 PM, Regular Run: October 11 through November 2 Thursday evenings 7:30pm, Friday & Saturday evenings 8:00pm, Sunday matinees 3:00pm.  

Augenblick Photography

Augenblick produces a selection of fine art photographs. The prints are available as part of a numbered series with a letter of authenticity accompanying each one. They specialize in travel, scenic and nature photography. Their goal is to help you experience the sights and feeling of a place through their art. Augenblick began business in 2006 but it has quickly established itself through its website, a series of exhibitions and competitions. In addition to traditional photographic prints, they also offer their art on watercolor paper and metallic paper. Regardless of the print medium you choose, you will be pleased with the outstanding results. Please take a look!  

Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth, Inc.

The BFFW’s mission is to encourage appreciation of the Mexican culture through the education of its history by teaching its traditional dance and music to people of all ages, thereby instilling pride and respect of its heritage. Along with our dancers, the BFFW Board, parents, and volunteers are very energetic and ready to serve the organization in fulfilling its mission. We are very blessed to have the support of the community and give thanks for their support. We hope you will join us soon and enjoy the beautiful art of folkloric Mexican dance... Carmen Garcia, Artistic Director.  

The Butterfly Connection Multi-Arts Collaboration

The Butterfly Connection presents its third annual season of mostly new works and adaptations. The new season represents the diversity in artists working within the framework of the TBC multi-arts collaborative. In addition to the regular season TBC is providing some new programs to reach into the pockets of DFW for new talent, new audiences, and new adventures. The 2008 season will kick off with a city wide general audition opened to all actors/singers/dancers. The audition features a plethora of non-profit theatres and other special entertainment industry leaders. The event is sponsored by Eclipse Entertainment, the industry leader in corporate and private parties.  

Amon Carter Museum

On February 16, 2008, nearly 100 paintings, watercolors and prints generated by a diverse group of creative individuals known as the Fort Worth Circle will be on view at the Amon Carter Museum in the special exhibition "Intimate Modernism: Fort Worth Circle Artists in the 1940s." The exhibition presents an outstanding visual narrative of Texas' first colony of artists to practice an advanced aesthetic. More than 20 years have passed since a major body of work by the Fort Worth Circle has been on view in one place. "Many of the works will be making their first public appearance in more than 50 years," said Jane Myers, senior curator of prints and drawings and organizing curator of the show.  

The Coffee Urn

The address is 5018 Trail Lake Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76133 and phone is 817-926-7660. The Coffee Urn is a "third place" to enjoy hot java, warm welcomes, and cool ambience serving wholesome foods and the refreshment of fellowship. We started as a coffee house in 1995 on Bluebonnet Circle. The Coffee Urn has added a breakfast and lunch menu over the years to include light choices such as bagels and muffins for breakfast as well as cooked to order eggs and omelets. Our lunches include "worth the drive" chicken salad which we have been told is the best in town by many of our customers and BLT's. The menu also includes soup and salads, dessert and a variety of delicious beverages.   thecoffeeurn@sbcglobal.net

Sounds Of Laura - Great Piano Music from the 20's to '07

As a solo pianist, Laura provides her own 88 key electric piano & sound system. She customizes the sound to fit the style & era of the music. The result is truly a unique, beautiful sound for All Occasions. Serving the DFW area, Laura's special events include: Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Receptions, Fundraisers, Christmas Parties, Theme Parties, Luncheons and Dinners. With her extensive repertoire, she can create whatever mood you wish. Regularly Scheduled Performances: 2nd Thursday, 6:30-8:30 pm, ON BROADWAY RISTORANTE, 6306 Hulen Bend Blvd. To learn more about this talented, versatile pianist, feel free to contact her at: laura@soundsoflaura.comTelephone: 817-292-6013  

Texas Ballet Theater Announces 2007/2008 Season

Riveting new season features Ben Stevenson's Dracula, Dame Cleo Laine and world premiere choreography from Ben Stevenson, Tim O'Keefe and Peter Zweifel. Ben Stevenson, artistic director of Texas Ballet Theater, today announced a spellbinding 2007-08 Season filled with productions of exquisite mixed-repertory and captivating full-length story ballets. Stevenson continues to raise the barre and enhance the profile of Texas Ballet Theater; from an eccentric toymaker - to Count Dracula - to a rousing program of jazz featuring vocalist Dame Cleo Laine, audiences will devour Texas Ballet Theater's most engaging and dramatic season ever!    

Nature and Landscape Photographs

The photographer is a physician, who has a long time passion for phtography. Now you can help fight cancer and own beautiful, one-of-a-kind art photographs at the same time. Also available is an attractive book with the touching story of the first years of a premature infant, interspersed with nature photographs. The photographer is superb at capturing nature, landscapes and close ups. She is also committed to her medical profession. 70% of all her procedings from the sale of the photographs and 100% of the procedings from the sale of the books are donated to "Patel Memorial Breast Cancer Endowment Fund.  

Stockyards Station

There's no place in Texas like the Fort Worth Stockyards Station. Located in the heart of the National Historic District, Stockyards Station exemplifies Texas by providing an exciting blend of old and new. There are over 25 shops, including an art gallery, clothing shops, pottery, candles, a saddlery, a photography studio and much more. Walking tours of the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Depot for the Tarantula Steam Train – the only operational steam train in Texas! Horseback Riding, Home of the Fort Worth Herd, and be sure to visit the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Perfect for Corporate Meetings, Picnics, Wedding Receptions and more!  

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

Our Summer Schedule will begin on 7 March 2008. Our Summer Schedule remains: Tuesday through Friday 11:00am to 4:30-5:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11:00am to 5:00-6:00pm. While this is our official schedule, our closing time may change somewhat depending on the time of sunset, weather conditions (especially the temperature and wind conditions), and the number of passengers. The best way to check this is to call our voice mail at the Trinity Park Depot (817-336-3328). This number will always have the most recent information about the Forest Park Miniature Railroad. You can, of course, continue to call me at 817-834-2119.  

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