NTK Calendar of Events


Looking for Something to Do in Your Own Backyard or Around the Metroplex? You Will Find it Here! Find these events and more online at www.northtexaskids.com.


January 1 Saturday


Dinosaurs Unearthed: Life-size Dinosaurs. Larger than life experience! The Museum of Nature & Science will host animatronic dinosaurs that YOU move and control! See why this show will challenge what you think you know about dinosaurs. Visit www.natureandscience.org - Dallas Mu- seum of Nature & Science - Thu Oct 21, 2010 to Sun May 1


Dinosaurs Live!: Encounter the ever-popu- lar 46-foot T-Rex and eight new life-size ani- matronic dinosaurs along nature trails. See all nine dinosaurs of Dinosaurs Live! move and hear them roar! Families will enjoy cap- turing memories as they pose with photo op dinosaurs along the trail. The Dino- saurs Live! trail is jogging-stroller friendly. heardmuseum.org - Heard Natural Science Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney - Sat Oct 2, 2010 to Mon Jan 31


Snow White -- Fairy Tale Ballet: Plano Met- ropolitan Ballet presents an original ballet rendition of Snow White. This enchanting tale will entertain audiences of all ages. Tick- ets are $15. For more information call 972- 769-0017 or go to www.planometballet.org. Tickets went on sale November 15. Buy your tickets early, this event is always a sells out. - Plano - Sat Jan 1 to Sat Jan 22


Centennial Medical hosts First Saturday Q&A: The first Saturday of every month, professionals from Centennial Medical Center will present a free question and answer session at Stonebriar Centre. Free. www.centennialmedicalcenter.com - Stone- briar, Frisco - Sat Jan 1 12pm to 2pm


2 Sunday


Family Past Times at Dallas Heritage Village: The 1st Sunday of the month is free admis- sion day at the Village. Pack a lunch and bring the whole family for historic fun. Par- ticipate in themed activities for everyone to enjoy. www.dallasheritagevillage.org - Dal- las Heritage Village, Dallas - Sun Jan 2


Holiday at the Arboretum: More than 500 Santa Claus figures borrowed from private collections will be displayed in the Dallas Arboretum’s DeGolyer Estate, which is dec- orated for the holidays. Some figures in the “Magic of Santa” exhibit are old, some are new, and some were made in other coun- tries. Santa, in any language, is revered. Price: Free with arboretum admission of $10 for adults, $9 for ages 65 and up, $7 for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger. dallasar- boretum.org - Dallas Arboretum, Dallas - Sun Jan 2


4 Tuesday


La Leche League: Whether you breastfeed for a day or a year, or plan to breastfeed, come join us . Call Julie 214-929-8908, Bridget 972-317-1648, Laura 972-436-8383,


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or Fanny 972-535-5159 for more informa- tion. texaslll.org/group/lewisville - First Presbyterian Church in Lewisville, 1002 Fox St - Tue Jan 4 7pm to 8pm


6 Thursday


JumpstART - Stories & ART: Winnie the Pooh and Friends: Irving Public Library joins the Irving Arts Center to present a monthly story time program for kids ages 2 and up. In January, celebrate AA Milne’s birthday and read stories about delightful Pooh and his many friends. Following story time, create a take-home art project. All supplies provided. Groups of 10 or more must pre-register by contacting Jennifer Wilson at (972) 252-7558 x1226. Free. www.irvingartscenter.com - Irving Arts Center - Thu Jan 6


Super Bowl Charity Raffle for Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County: Chil- dren’s Advocacy Center for Denton County is hosting a charity raffle for a Super Bowl Package. Raffle tickets: $50/ticket or $100/3 tickets for a package worth $8,400! VIP Pack- age: 2 Super Bowl XLV Game Tickets,2 Passes to VIP Area 3-hours pregame with full menu/ open bar, 4 night stay at Gaylord Texan Re- sort in Grapevine(2/3/11-2/7/11) and more. www.cacdcchampions.org - Walt Garrison’s Restaurant, Flower Mound - Thu Jan 6


Moms & More Monthly Meeting: Moms & More offers support and activities for parents and kids in Wylie and the surrounding com- munities. Please call for more info: 469-361- 6468. www.wyliemomsandmore.org - Wylie - Thu Jan 6 10am to 11am


Tiny Tot Time at Collin Creek Mall: Little ones can kick off 2011 with some pint-sized fun. The Plano shopping center is hosting a half-hour of reading - and snacks, cour- tesy of Chick-fil-A. The free sessions feature read-aloud stories and activities created es- pecially with children in mind. There is no charge to participate in Tiny Tot Time and the snacks, such as a fruit cup or chicken minis, are compliments of Chick-fil-A. www.collincreekmall.com - 972.543.0369. - Plano - Thu Jan 6 11am to 12pm


7 Friday


First Friday Women’s Event: First Friday of Every Month. Harkins Theatre, South- lake Town Center. Admission is free. Arrive early to ensure seating. Childcare is provided through Harkins Theatre for a fee by reserva- tion only. Contact the Play Center at 817-310- 0245 two days prior to the event to reserve your child’s place. firstfridaywomen.com - Southlake - Fri Jan 7 11am to 12pm


8 Saturday


Saturday School: Cartooning: Jan.8-Feb12 Students learn basic principles of creating cartoons. Young artists are welcome to bring in drawings and sketches for portfolio re- view. Ages 6-12. $75, www.irvingartscenter. com - Irving Arts Center - Sat Jan 8


North Texas Kids • January 2011 • www.NorthTexasKids.com


Jiggle Butt Run (Women’s Run/Walk) & Kids’ Wiggle Butt Run: jigglebuttrun.com - University of Texas at Arlington, Maverick Activity Center, Arlington - Sat Jan 8 8am to 9am


Barney’s Birthday Bash: Concert Party Tour Coming to Your Neighborhood This Fall! Price: $16 - $35 - Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie, Grand Prairie - Sat Jan 8 11am to 12pm


Dallas Storytelling Guild Winter Jam III: Open seating. Pay at door or through web site. Features local and nationally known storytellers. This event offers a bit of sugar, a bit of spice and a lot of fun for the entire family with stories of family, home and heri- tage. Price: Adults $7.50 - Children (12 & un- der) $5.00 Phone: (214) 502-0809 Age Suit- ability: All Ages www.dallasstorytelling.org - The Corner Theatre, Desoto - Sat Jan 8 4pm to Sat Jan 8 6pm


9 Sunday


Percussion Junction: An interactive concert experience that will introduce your kids to the Percussion Family of instruments. Come early before each concert and enjoy the Plano Symphony Instrument Petting Zoo, a hands-on musical learning experience, and more. You and your child will have a great time being exposed to great music all for one low price, less than the cost of a mov- ie. www.planosymphony.org/education - Plano - Sun Jan 9


10 Monday


Greater Lewisville Early Childhood PTA General Meeting: GLECPTA is a support organization for parents of infants, tod- dlers and preschool-age children that offers monthly meetings (with great speakers and childcare!), playgroups, children out- ings, holiday parties and adult activities. www.glecpta.org. Flower Mound-Mon Jan 10


Youth Spring Sports Registration: Frisco YMCA will begin registration for it’s Spring Sports Leagues on January 10. Sign-up at ei- ther Frisco YMCA branch for Flag-football, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, Small Fry Sports Classes, Ankle Biters Soccer. Sports leagues available for 3-4 years and K-6th grade. For more information, call 214-297- 9622 or visit www.friscoymca.org - Frisco - Mon Jan 10


Second Monday Family Fun Nights at Josey Ranch Lake: Come to the library for a night of games and crafts. Meet up with other families and enjoy the free fun! For all ages. www.cityofcarrollton.com - Carrollton Public Library, 1700 Keller Springs Road, Carrollton, Texas 75006 - Mon Jan 10 7pm to 8:30pm


11 January


Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano: Join us at one of our regular program meet- ings on the second Tuesday of each month. There’s always an interesting speaker, and


you’ll meet a lot of fun women! Please join us at SMU-in-Legacy, 5228 Tennyson Park- way, Plano. Look for our signs! (West of Preston Road on the SE Corner of Tennyson & Democracy) www.newcomerfriends.org - Plano - Tue Jan 11 9:30am to 11:30am


Prestonwood Christian Academy Preview Luncheon: To make reservations please call 972-930-4010 or email pcaadmissions@pres- tonwoodchristian.org www.prestonwood- christian.org - Plano - Tue Jan 11 11:30am to 12:30pm


Bowl Like MADD: Come join us for an eve- ning of bowling and family fun at 300 Dal- las. $10 at the door will cover shoe and lane rental. All proceeds will benefit our upcom- ing 5k, Walk Like MADD. Bring your fam- ily, bring your friends and bring your game! www.madd-metroplex.org - 300 Dallas, Ad- dison - Tue Jan 11 6:30pm to 9:30pm


13 Thursday


Mark Teague - Storybook Series: Mark Teague (Kindergarten thru 3 grade) is our fifth speaker in our Arlington Speaker Se- ries held at the Texas Rangers Baseball Hall of Fame at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. www.thestorybookhouse.com - Rangers Ballpark - Thu Jan 13


14 Friday


Car Seat Fitting Station: Centennial Medi- cal Center Frisco, 1-877-228-3628. 2nd Fri- day of the month. Parents will be assisted with installation of the car seat and educat- ed on proper securing of child. - Frisco - Fri Jan 14 12:30pm to 3:30pm


15 Saturday


Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade: Come celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by watching a parade through Carrollton. The parade will start on Jamestown Street (behind Carrollton City Hall) and proceed west to Josey Lane; south on Josey to Keller Springs; east on Keller Springs to Kelly Bou- levard; south on Kelly Boulevard to end at Ted Polk Middle School at 2001 Kelly Boule- vard. - Carrollton - Sat Jan 15 10am to 11am


MLK Parade & March: The National As- sociation for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Garland, Texas Branch will host its 22nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and March beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Parade Route starts on Dairy Road @ Garden Drive (near Embree Park) in Garland and ends at the Granville Arts Cen- ter. - Garland - Sat Jan 15 10am to 3pm


Science Fair Kickoff with Science Safari: Just in time for science fair season at lo- cal schools...Susan Campbell, founder of Science Safari, will lead a fun, idea-filled session designed to spark lots of scientific thinking. Learn how your questions about the world can turn into successful science fair projects! For ages 6-12. - Carrollton Pub- lic Library, Carrollton, Texas 75010 - Sat Jan 15 2pm to 3pm


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