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Get Ready to Laugh at Ad-Libs

Posted on January 27, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment
an improv comedy group

A great way to get away from the stress and worry of the day is to laugh. Laughing helps the body to relax and can distract us from the busyness of life. If you're looking for some good entertainment, then get ready to laugh at Ad-Libs! Ad-Libs- (2626 Main Street, Dallas, TX) This comedy venue is a great place to go and spend a fun night with your friends... [Read more...]

Dining Out at Diners in Dallas

Posted on January 25, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Cindi's NY Deli and Bakery

Hollywood has glorified many inconsequential things aboutNew York City, but the traditional delicatessen isn’t one of them. A staple for more than a century, it always was more than just a place to get a meal. The same can be said for Cindi’s New York Deli and Bakery, less than five miles north on US-75 near the Jewish Community Center. You can enjoy breakfast... [Read more...]

Get Out And Explore Dallas

Posted on January 23, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Biking Katy Trail

For football fans, this is the longest break besides the NFL offseason. With the Super Bowl set for Feb. 5, it’s a chance to fix the divot in your couch at The Gate, get outside and explore this great city we live in. You can do it moving from a bike by taking a ride on the Katy Trail, a three-mile paved path wide enough for pedestrians and pedal-pushers.... [Read more...]

Step Out The Loop at WaterTower Theatre

Posted on January 19, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Charles Ross in 'One Man Lord of the Rings Trilogy' at the WaterTower Theatre

When searching for something to do, often we replicate tried and true favorites like catching a movie whether it’s at the AMC at NorthPark Center or Movie Night at the Village Country Club. But there’s an active scene of actors taking the stage at places like the WaterTower Theatre. Founded 15 years ago as a non-profit professional theatre in Addison,... [Read more...]

See the Light About Going Green

Posted on January 13, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Turn off the light!

Not all eco-friendly initiatives are as drastic as driving an electric car; but regardless of what you do you’ll be enhancing the environment. But most of the movements you’ll make will make things better for you. Turning off a light when you leave a room slightly reduces your light bill and taking the stairs earns you a quick cardio workout. Both actions... [Read more...]

Make Your Way to A Meow Mixer

Posted on January 11, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Meow Mixer Feline Foto Contest

Operation Kindness is a non-profit organization that receives no government funding to serve as the largest no-kill shelter in North Texas. Founded in 1976, they’ve saved more than 60,000 animals since they first opened their doors. They’ll be looking for you to come through the doors of BlackFinn on Thursday, Feb. 2 for their Meow Mixer, a purr-fect Happy... [Read more...]

Beautiful Shoes On Sale at f.i.g. Finale

Posted on January 6, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Shoes at Linus Lounge

There was a peculiar passion to those who waited outside and rioted for the newest Air Jordans 11 Retro Concords. Hollywood will lead you to believe that woman would act in the same way for a pair of Jimmy Choo or Manolo Blahnik’s latest, but that’s not the case at all. There’s yet to be a stampede outside the doors of the Linus Lounge, the best shoe... [Read more...]

Purchasing Pet Supplies At A Discount

Posted on December 30, 2011 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Purchasing Pet Supplies

Heading to the grocery store can be different depending on how you shop. For those that treat their kitchen as a quick-stop for snacks, drinks and locations for leftovers in your frost-free refrigerator, it can be a quick trip down a couple of aisles. However if you collect coupons, wait for sales and use the oversized closets at The Gate in The Village to... [Read more...]

Great Sports Bars in Dallas to Watch the NFL Playoffs and the NBA!

Posted on December 27, 2011 By Nick (Edit) Leave a Comment
mavericks

This time of the year is huge for sports in Dallas. The Cowboys are down to their last game coming up Sunday night and will be fighting for their playoff lives against the New York Giants. The defending NBA Champs Dallas Mavericks also just started their 2012 season and their quest for a repeat! With so much sports going on at one time, it can be hard to... [Read more...]

6 New Year’s Eve Options In Dallas

Posted on December 22, 2011 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Fireworks at Big D NYE

Big D NYE is a free event that will take place outside the American Airlines Center, about eight miles south on US-75 to Woodall Rogers Freeway. However if you’re planning to attend this free event with a fireworks display that will light up the Metroplex, making your way to the Lovers Lane Station and taking DART might be your best option. But as usual,... [Read more...]