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Four children treated at The Warren Center, a nonprofit agency providing professional evaluations, therapy services, and support to children with developmental delays and disabilities, recently received the gift of custom ride on cars ahead of Christmas from generous donors at EPAM Systems.

Four children with motor impairments who are clients at The Warren Center now have a new way to become mobile this holiday season. Thanks to a generous donation of ‘Go Baby Go’ adaptive cars from EPAM Systems, the ride-on cars, like those found at toy stores, have been adapted specifically for each child to use as part of physical or occupational therapy. The designs were specifically tailored to each child with feedback from therapists at The Warren Center.

This is the first time EPAM has donated Go Baby Go cars to four families in the DFW area. They hope to create more for The Warren Center kids in the future. Each car took about a few hours to design. What makes them adaptive is the protective tubing around the back, a button on the steering wheel a child can press to make the vehicle go, and a seat belt. A parent also gets a remote control so they can control the car. The car has lights and a radio that plays music, too. A sibling of one of the donation recipients said, “thanks to this gift, he can now finally play with his younger brother.”

The Warren Center is a nonprofit agency providing professional evaluations, therapy services and support to children with developmental delays and disabilities. The center serves over 1,000 children each week as well as their families. Services include speech, occupational and physical therapy; developmental services; and nutrition as well as family education and support. The Early Childhood Intervention Program serves the entire northern half of Dallas County in 48 ZIP codes. Founded in 1968, 2018 marks The Warren Center’s 50th anniversary. For more information, please visit https://www.thewarrencenter.org or follow The Warren Center on Facebook and Twitter.

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3 Generations Share Why They Support Maggie's

'Tis the season of giving, and holiday shoppers are checking off their holiday shopping lists on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but the true meaning of the holiday season comes to life on Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. Created in 2012 and celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, it is a day that encourages people to do good by offering their time, a donation, or the power of their voice to support philanthropic causes throughout the holiday season. The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization, helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles, has benefitted from many generous community supporters over their 35 years in existence and is proud to share how three generations of women have worked to grant miracles for alcoholic women in recovery. 

Alicia Cassity is a founding member of The Magdalen House. The Magdalen House was created in June 1987 by four women after realizing an imperative need: there was no safe place in North Texas for an alcoholic woman with no money and no insurance to get help for her alcoholism. Alicia and the other women drove to Houston in March of 1987 when they heard of a facility doing just that so they could create a similar organization in Dallas. Since its founding on Lovers Lane, Alicia has supported The Magdalen House in many ways. 

Alicia shares, "Sharon and I spent the first night in the house… and I don't think we slept a wink all that night. Wondering, 'Oh my God, is it going to work?'. It was five in the morning — something like that when we got a call from the 24-Hour Club. 'Are y'all open?', 'Yep,' 'Got a woman for ya.' 'Bring her on.'."

Laurie Evans met a group of other loved ones of alcoholics in her Al-Anon group. In the group, they studied the Big Book and worked the 12-steps together, but they felt there needed to be something more for new members. The group believed there needed to be a place for a first touch point for those who loved an alcoholic- in recovery or not- to learn more and get better connected with others going through the same things they were. Laurie and the other founders of The Magdalen House's Family Support group went to Lisa Kroencke, Executive Director of The Magdalen House, and asked if they could begin the group there.

Laurie says, “There were plenty of times I would come and sit down, and nobody would show up...and sometimes we didn't have enough room in the room...I have a lot of peace today and so do many committee members. We live with a lot of peace even though we all live with alcoholics - some recovered, some unrecovered. It not only fulfills our 12th step, but it is a desire to give back something that was so freely given to us."

Carolyn Ross graduated from The Magdalen House's First Step and Next Step program while at Redwood Circle and has been a huge supporter and volunteer at The Magdalen House ever since. She volunteers by chairing meetings, staying overnight with the women in First Step, helping with several events, and serving on the Maggie's Women's Group Committee, to name a few. Volunteers like Carolyn keep Maggie's open day in and day out.

According to Carolyn, "When they moved into the new house on Gaston, they had a registry for everything the house needed. One of the things that came to me that was so important to buy was a bed for the house. That bed was discontinued when we were there to unpack and put everything together. So, the house had to purchase the other 19 beds in a different style. There was one bed, the one that I had donated, that was a little bit taller than all the other beds, and they had kept it. For me, it's such a blessing when I overnight, when I come in and do dorm check, or when I wake up the ladies and see that bed. It reminds me of what The Magdalen House did for me and how it touched many lives. It's just a constant reminder of the miracle that Maggie's gave me.” 

Support for alcoholic women across D/FW and beyond continues to grow. According to a recent study, women increased their drinking by 41% more than before the pandemic. Today, there are over 250,000 alcoholic women in D/FW alone. Less than 1 in 15 alcoholic women (only 6.9%) will seek formal help. Because women face more stigmatization, shame, family responsibilities, and socioeconomic barriers than men, they frequently have co-occurring disorders and are less likely to seek treatment. If you're an alcoholic who can't stop drinking or a concerned loved one of an alcoholic, the first step in recovery is education and access to resources. In North Texas, The Magdalen House is not only a leader in education around alcoholism, but also provides in-house services, group meetings, structured programs, family support groups, and tools designed to help grow and sustain recovery.  

Give the gift of a miracle at The Magdalen House this holiday season by making a donation of any amount.

  • Donations of $100 help provide 10 Big Books, the curriculum used for women enrolled in The Magdalen House programs. 
  • Donations of $850 will sponsor one women's completion of the Next Step Program. 
  • Donations of $1,800 will sponsor one women's entire 14-day residential stay in our First Step Program. 

Donations from generous supporters help to ensure that The Magdalen House can continue providing no-cost services to alcoholic women.

The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. The Magdalen House is committed to helping alcoholic women achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. For more information visit www.magdalenhouse.org.

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The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles, held the annual Leave a Legacy “Live Loud and Free” community concert on November 3 at The Rustic, with guests decked out in their finest western wear. Those in attendance were treated to compelling stories of recovered alcoholic women from the community and live entertainment by Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors. Guests were able to bid on incredible auction items — all while celebrating The Magdalen House’s 35th anniversary and raising awareness and much-needed funds to help D/FW women achieve sobriety and sustain long-term recovery from alcoholism.

“Leave a Legacy is our favorite event of the year,” says Lisa Kroencke, executive director of The Magdalen House. “We created this event with the inspiration of the very women we serve in mind. Witnessing recovered alcoholic women come together and help others find freedom and recovery from alcoholism is incredible. Leave a Legacy was designed to demonstrate the importance of the services The Magdalen House provides to all alcoholic women and reduce the stigma surrounding alcoholism while inspiring attendees to make a lasting impact that will help alcoholic women. We are extremely grateful for the generous support of our community.” 

This year’s event was co-chaired by Alyson Griffith, Kathleen Powell, and Kristy Hoglund Robinson. Nancy and Jack Zogg were recognized as honorary chairs this year for their integral role in advancing the mission and realizing the vision of The Magdalen House. The couple generously gives both time and gifts in hopes of ensuring that the life-saving services provided by The Magdalen House are available to any alcoholic woman desperately seeking a transformed life. Robin Bagwell was also honored at this year’s Leave a Legacy event as the 2022 Paul Tate Advocate Award Recipient. Robin is a longtime supporter of The Magdalen House and has helped transform the lives of countless alcoholic women and their families throughout the greater Dallas-Fort Worth community. Bagwell generously supports many causes across the D/FW community, she has also supported a handful of other recovery initiatives, nonprofits, and events, including, but not limited to, Nexus, CARE, New Friends New Life, Recovery Resource Council, and the Dallas 24 Hour Club throughout the last twenty years. Robin values her own recovery and has been a part of a 12-Step fellowship for over 20 years. Service and fellowship are both essential to her recovery, and she finds purpose in helping others to live happy, joyous, and free.

Support for alcoholic women across D/FW and beyond continues to grow. According to a recent study, women increased their drinking by 41% more than before the pandemic. Today, there are over 250,000 alcoholic women in D/FW alone. Less than 1 in 15 alcoholic women (only 6.9%) will seek formal help. Because women face more stigmatization, shame, family responsibilities, and socioeconomic barriers than men, they frequently have co-occurring disorders and are less likely to seek treatment. If you’re an alcoholic who can’t stop drinking or a concerned loved one of an alcoholic, the first step in recovery is education and access to resources. In North Texas, The Magdalen House is not only a leader in education around alcoholism but also provides in-house services, group meetings, structured programs, family support groups, and tools designed to help grow and sustain recovery. Fundraising events like Leave a Legacy help to ensure that The Magdalen House can continue providing no-cost services to alcoholic women.

 

Event supporters:

The Hoglund Foundation; Klint & Natalie Guerry; Nancy & Jack Zogg; Dr. Kay Colbert and Carlos Barroso; Seale Wealth Management; Sewell Automotive Group; The Moozie Foundation; Align Capital Partners; Cornerstone Home Lending Inc.; Margaret Paine; Julie & Kregg Jodie; Barb & Mike Tonti; Lisa & Dave Kroencke; Sueie & David O’Hara; JoAnne & Eddy Moore; Matthew Fleeger; Maura & Tim         Costello; Neva   Cochran; First United Bank; Comerica; Buford Hawthorne; Hailstone Insurance Group; Maria Pope Interiors, LLC; Hirsch Family Foundation; Bob Bracken; Deborah & David Burch; Dina Steele; Karen & Mark Carney; Louise Hallam; Paige & Richard Sowden; North Dallas Bank and Trust; Children's Health System Texas; Alli & Ben Parkey; Amanda & Michael Dickstein; Anne & Jeremy Besser; Jenny & Brant Landry; Carol & Tim Savins; Cissy & Whit Moses; Claudia & Rick Ferrara; Roxanne & Colin Pero; Kallie & Craig Myers; Darlene & Jim Kroencke; Libby & Dean Lucas; Debby Baker; Nancy & Doug McMahon;           Kathleen & Rocky Powell; Nancy & Jim     Montgomery; Read & Steven Gendler; Sara Lee & Stan Gardner;  Susan & Dave Cook; Diane & John Brooks; Berkeley & Jason Downie; Gwen Parker; Mary Covington;  Cari Hood & Sheryl Baker; ABCO Inc.

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To support the families and prospective students for the 2022-2023 school year, Uplift Education will be holding Discover Uplift Day, on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 2:00p-5:00p at TWO locations: Dave & Buster’s – Dallas and Altitude Trampoline Park-Cityview in Fort Worth.

“This is a great opportunity for families interested to learn more about Uplift Education within a fun and festive environment. Discover Uplift Day is designed for curious families of prospective students who want to learn how Uplift can change their child’s future with an education that prepares them for college, career, and life,” says Yasmin Bhatia, CEO of Uplift Education.   “At each event, parents, students, and caregivers can learn more about the excellent programs at Uplift, meet some of our amazing and caring teachers and staff, and hear from students and parents on how Uplift has impacted their lives.”

“Since 1996 we have provided high quality, college-prep education to students. Our results are nationally recognized, and our success is proven,” says Bhatia. “Uplift Education is known for our inclusive environment, strong culture, great partnership with our families, and focus on every child’s well-being. Discover Uplift Day is the opportunity to learn how to help your child achieve their dreams with a plan provided by Uplift”

During the events in Dallas and Fort Worth, there will be food, drinks and free entertainment for the kids (game cards and jump time), so entire families are invited to attend.

Uplift Education requests RSVPs by Monday, November 9, 2022 at this link: https://uplifteducation.org/preview/

 

ABOUT UPLIFT EDUCATION:

Uplift Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the lives of teachers, families, and, most importantly, students. With a network of 46 college-preparatory, public charter schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Uplift offers students of any background the powerful chance to study within a multidisciplinary curriculum and prepare for the college career they deserve. Uplift is the largest International Baccalaureate district in Texas and the #2 IB district in the nation because of the number of holistic extracurricular and educational programs. The incredible educators in the Uplift network guide and teach over 21,000 students in Pre-K- 12th?grades, with the majority being low-income and minority students who will be the first in their family to attend college. For more information Uplift’s mission and their blind lottery selection system, visit?uplifteducation.org?or?facebook.com/uplifteducation.

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The Most Exciting Light Show South of the North Pole Opens November 4, 2022 in Arlington

In the spirit of blazing new trails and making memories, The Light Park has announced that they will be opening their expertly-lit gates to holiday revelers and fun-seekers on November 4, 2022. “By opening a bit earlier in the season than most area holiday light displays, we can add more accessibility and early-bird options for our guests who come from near and far,” says Matt Johnson, Co-Creator of The Light Park, now celebrating its second year in the Dallas area. “The best advice we can give our guests is to plan early and prepare to be awed by the seemingly countless lights across this wildly energetic drive-thru holiday park. While the lights go up, the prices stay down with early-bird pricing on pre-purchased tickets.”

For those in the dark, The Light Park is an immersive, mile-long, drive-thru spectacular at the Hurricane Harbor Parking Lot. It has been heralded as “one of the coolest ways to brighten your holiday season”, where guests witness millions of lights synchronized to an electric mix of music powered by DJ Polar Ice from the North Pole’s #1 Hit Radio station, K-GLO.

“We take pride in watching guests of all ages make memories that can last a lifetime. Our team encourages everyone to safely pile in their cars because our entrance fee is per vehicle, not per person.  This way, everyone (pets, too) can experience the magic of traveling through the longest holiday light tunnel in the world, rocking out to the coolest tunes and kicking off the holiday season with the most Instagram Reel-worthy shots, for just one admission fee,” says Johnson. So, pack your cars, bring some (or buy some) treats, and enjoy the ride. Keep in mind that tickets must be purchased online in advance with a reserved show time.

Those interested in learning more or purchasing admission can visit www.thelightpark.com. Cost starts at $29 per vehicle* for pre-purchased tickets, and admission varies per showtime (weekdays and weekends). The Light Park will remain open until January 1, 2023. Visitors must stay in their vehicles the entire time while visiting the park and while on the park property. Guests are encouraged to bring their snacks to enjoy while in their cars, but there are wonderful ways to upgrade your experience with pre-purchased snacks and fun souvenirs to enhance the experience of The Light Park.  

*Please note no vehicles over 30ft will be allowed in the park; this includes limousines, trailers, and buses. 

For more information, visit www.thelightpark.com

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Tickets are available with special Early Bird Pricing until December 15, 2022

 

The countdown has begun for the ultimate pop culture convention to come to North Texas. FAN EXPO Dallas has announced that tickets are on sale now for the spectacular three-day event that runs from June 9-11, 2023 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Downtown Dallas.

Early bird pricing is available until December 15, 2022, at 11:59 PM CT. Early bird single day tickets start at $22 (full price from $33), Ealy bird 3-day passes start at $79 (full price from $105 each and the Early bird price on the Ultimate fan package starts at $119 (full price from $145).

“We have the most passionate and dedicated fans in the convention world, and we know that our fans are eager to get their tickets secured, at the lowest price of the season, for what we already know will be an extraordinary event. Each year, we play host to more than 60,000 fans at our pop culture playground,” says Katie Loomis, Show Manager for FAN EXPO Dallas.

As always, FAN EXPO Dallas 2023, North Texas’s largest pop culture convention, will include comic creators, legendary artists, cosplayers, tattoo artists, and gaming innovators. FAN EXPO Dallas’s pop culture universe will continue to expand, involving even more exciting fandoms, community partners, and unique events year-round.

“We invite our fans to buy tickets now and get involved with our upcoming FAN MEETUPS to ‘Celebrate, Discover and Belong’ all year long.  Fans can geek out at virtual meetups, attend movie screenings, participate in game nights, learn from cool fan panels and so much more,” says Loomis. “Fans can get their ‘fix’ while we make continued announcements about celebrity guests, special events, and all of the other great experiences to be discovered at FAN EXPO Dallas 2023,” says Loomis.

 

To order tickets go to www.fanexpodallas.com

 

DETAILS:  FAN EXPO DALLAS runs Friday, June 9 through Sunday, June 11, 2023

Friday, June 9 from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P. M.

Saturday, June 10 from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Sunday, June 11 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center is located at 650 S. Griffin St. Dallas, TX 75202

Tickets are currently priced from $22-$119. Hours and information are available at fanexpodallas.com.

ABOUT:  With over a million fans and counting, FAN EXPO HQ attracts pop culture enthusiasts, locally and internationally, to come together to celebrate all things fandom. Collectively it hosts nearly one million fans annually at FAN EXPO Dallas™, FAN EXPO Canada™, MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Boston™, FAN EXPO Denver, FAN EXPO San Francisco, CALGARY EXPO, FAN EXPO Chicago, FAN EXPO Philadelphia, FAN EXPO Portland, FAN EXPO New Orleans, FAN EXPO Cleveland, FAN EXPO Vancouver™, Toronto Comicon, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL, and EDMONTON EXPO.  The latest schedule of events is available here on their website, along with up-to-date ticket information. Discover. Celebrate. Belong.

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The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles,  is proud to announce that Nancy and Jack Zogg will serve as honorary chairs at this year’s Leave a Legacy “Live Loud and Free” concert held on November 3 at The Rustic. 

“Through their gracious gifts, Nancy and Jack Zogg have been integral to advancing the mission and realizing the vision of The Magdalen House. The couple generously gives both time and gifts in hopes of ensuring that the life-saving services provided by The Magdalen House are available to any alcoholic woman desperately seeking a transformed life,” says Director of Development at The Magdalen House, Kate Richter. “Nancy and Jack have funded portions of our First Step and Next Step programs, were generous contributors to the capital campaign to build the home on Gaston Avenue, and continuously invest their time to ensure The Magdalen House can meet the growing need for services within the Dallas-Fort Worth community. It is our privilege to honor Nancy and Jack Zogg as this year’s Leave a Legacy honorary chairs.”

Robin Bagwell will also be honored at this year’s Leave a Legacy event as the 2022 Paul Tate Advocate Award Recipient. Robin is a longtime supporter of The Magdalen House and has helped transform the lives of countless alcoholic women and their families throughout the greater Dallas-Fort Worth community. Bagwell generously supports many causes across the D/FW community, she has also supported a handful of other recovery initiatives, nonprofits, and events, including, but not limited to, Nexus, CARE, New Friends New Life, Recovery Resource Council, and the Dallas 24 Hour Club throughout the last twenty years. Robin values her own recovery and has been a part of a 12-Step fellowship for over 20 years. Service and fellowship are both essential to her recovery, and she finds purpose in helping others to live happy, joyous, and free. 

“The Magdalen House is infinitely grateful for Robin’s dedication to shattering the stigma surrounding the disease of alcoholism through her advocacy efforts,” says Richter.

The Paul Tate Advocate Award recognizes individuals who zealously advance awareness of The Magdalen House in the greater Dallas community. For over 20 years, Mr. Paul Tate has played an integral role in building The Magdalen House’s thriving community of recovered women and their families – one woman at a time. Mr. Tate has referred hundreds of women and their families to The Magdalen House, allowing them the opportunity to find clarity, hope, and joy in recovery, while promoting philanthropic efforts to keep the doors of The Magdalen House open and accessible for years to come.

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Due to popular demand, Fellowship for Performing Arts, the producers of Further Up & Further In, have added two additional performances of the world premiere of the new theatrical experience starring Max McLean, featuring the wit and wisdom of C.S. Lewis. Added performances include Tuesday, October 18th and Wednesday October 19th, tickets are available for purchase here.

After three years of development, C.S. Lewis On Stage: Further Up & Further In is currently running at the Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, TX 75082-4332 through Oct. 23, 2022.

“When Lewis moved from vigorous debunker to believer, it wasn’t obvious he would become the most influential Christian writer of the past hundred years,” said actor and playwright Max McLean. “Why did the BBC give Lewis a national audience to deliver unprecedently popular radio talks that would become Mere Christianity? How did Hitler’s devious charm influence the writing of The Screwtape Letters? What made Lewis such an effective apologist/evangelist to skeptics? Was it prayer? His expectation of the second coming? Or was it his deep longing for Heaven that also inspired much of his writing including Narnia and The Great Divorce?”

Using Lewis’ own words, Further Up & Further In explores these questions and more through a dazzling, state-of-the-art theatrical experience of startling imagery, evocative music and Lewis’ amazing storytelling. Further Up & Further In is a standalone production that builds on the story of Lewis’ conversion as a young man told in the nationwide hit play C.S. Lewis On Stage: The Most Reluctant Convert.

The award-winning creative team is led by Kelly Tighe, set design (National Tour, Cats), John Gromada’s original score (Broadway, Tony Nomination, The Trip to Bountiful), Harry Feiner’s visual imagery (Off Broadway, Paradise Lost) and Geoffrey Fishburn’s lighting (Off Broadway, Martin Luther on Trial), all under the direction of Ken Denison (The Lion King, associate producer).

Founded by Artistic Director Max McLean, Fellowship for Performing Arts is a New York City-based production company whose mission is to produce theatre and film from a Christian worldview to engage a diverse audience. In addition to annual seasons at Theatre Row in New York City, it produces coast-to-coast tours in both major performing arts venues and university theatres. McLean is the 2022 recipient of the C.S. Lewis Foundation Award for Distinguished Lifetime Contributions in Faith and Dramatic Arts.

FPA also produced the hit film The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis, which is available to stream now on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube, as well as to purchase on DVD and Blu-ray.

For more information visit, FPAtheatre.com.

Performance Details

What: C.S. Lewis On Stage: Further Up & Further In

When:  Oct. 13-23

Where: Eisemann Center, Dallas, Texas

 

Ticket Prices: $39-$99

For groups of 10 or more. Email groups@fpatheatre.com

$30 under 30, at the box office, ID required

 

Ways to Purchase:

Online: CSLewisonStage.com

Phone: 972-744-4650

Box Office: Monday through Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and one hour prior to all ticketed performances.

Produced by Fellowship for Performing Arts 

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Dallas FAN FESTIVAL is pulling out all the stops this weekend on all things pop culture. The recently announced schedule includes face-to-face interaction with stars, icons, characters, and genius artists as well as celebratory gatherings and contests for the most creative of fans and friends in North Texas and beyond.  From Star Wars to Stranger Things, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL 2022 is coming in with a bang, with some once-in-a-lifetime Main Stage experiences including:

  • THIS IS THE WAY: A Q AND A WITH THE ARMORER EMILY SWALLOW on Friday, October 14th at 5pm in the Main Theater
  • COSPLAY MASHUP COMPETITION on Friday, October 14th at 6pm in the Main Theater
  • TO BOLDLY GO WITH GATES MCFADDEN AND JOHN DE LANCIE on Friday, October 14th at 7pm in the Main Theater
  • FLY AWAY WITH BLACK CANARY – A Q AND A WITH KATIE CASSIDY on Saturday, October 15th at 11am in the Main Theater FROM CLARA TO CONSTANTINE WITH JENNA COLEMAN on Saturday, October 15 at noon  in the Main Theater
  • DRAGONS, DOCTORS, AND RULING THE REALM WITH MATT SMITH on Saturday, October 15th at 2pm in the Main Theater
  • A HOWLING GOOD TIME WITH COLTON HAYNES on Saturday, October 15th at 3pm in the Main Theater
  • EXPLORING THE PATHS TO JUSTICE WITH STEPHEN AMELL on Saturday, October 15th at 4pm in the Main Theater
  • MONSTEROUS COSPLAY COMPETITION on Saturday, October 15th at 5pm in the Main Theater
  • DANCING WITH DESIRE - CONFRONTING THE ENDLESS AND MASTERING THE LIVING WITH MASON ALEXANDER PARK on Sunday, October 16th at noon  in the Main Theater
  • "SURFER BOY PIZZA, THIS IS ARGYLE..." A Q AND A WITH EDUARDO FRANCO on Sunday, October 16th at 2pm in the Main Theater
  • A TIME FOR DREAMING - EXPLORING THE ENDLESS WITH TOM STURRIDGE on Sunday, October 16th at 4pm in the Main Theater

The Cosplay Red Carpet is getting super-star treatment on Sunday, October 16th from 2pm-5pm with THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD Takeover:

  • MEET AND GREET WITH THE CAST OF THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD on Sunday, October 16th at 2pm on Cosplay Red Carpet
  • PADAWAN TRAINING WITH THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD on Sunday, October 16th at 2:15pm on Cosplay Red Carpet
  • SO YOU WANT TO BE A JEDI? (OR A SITH!) WIT THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD on Sunday, October 16th at 3pm on Cosplay Red Carpet
  • PADAWAN TRAINING WITH THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD on Sunday, October 16th at 4pm on Cosplay Red Carpet
  • Q AND A WITH THE CAST OF THE CORUSCANT TEMPLE SABER GUILD Sunday, October 16th at 4:30pm on Cosplay Red Carpet

In addition to the Cosplay Red Carpet and Main Stage features, Dallas Fan Festival’s perennial main attractions include celebrity photo ops and meet and greets, the chance to meet legendary comic book creators, and an unrivaled shopping experience. This year, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL is ‘upping their game’ with Texas Gaming Empire, using premium gaming experiences to unite the gaming community via tournaments, leagues (High School, College & Amateur) & special events, while increasing life skills, providing educational opportunities & creating career pathways for gamers!

For the festive at heart, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL has announced themed days throughout the weekend:

  • FRIDAY COLOR FEST - AN ART EXPLOSION! Comics, cosplay, chalk art, painting, and more - come explore the diversity and creativity of art in pop culture!
  • HAUNTED SATURDAY - A HORROR FEST! Calling all ghouls, ghosts, and ghastly fiends, you won't want to miss this year's horrifying panels, terrifying activities, and monstrous cosplays!
  • FAMILY FUN FEST on SUNDAY! Dance parties, crafts, carnival games, lightsabers, and more - it's time for fun for the whole family!

And ever a supporter of the community, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL has partnered with multiple North Texas non-profits  and Fan Groups to spread their messages and missions:

  • BROADWAY DALLAS--Broadway Dallas brings all the top touring Broadway shows to Dallas each year. Visit the Broadway Dallas booth to learn more about their upcoming shows (such as SIX, MOULIN ROUGE, and HAMILTON). You can win tickets and other Broadway-themed prizes just by stopping by.
  • CAUSE TO PLAY--Cause to Play is a non-profit organization comprised of cosplayers who volunteer for philanthropic and community events. Visit their booth to learn more about their volunteers and events they're appearing at in the community!
  • FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION--Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. They will be hosting a Mini March Out of Darkness on Friday, October 14th at 4pm.
  • GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST TEXAS--The Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas serves girls and adult volunteers across 32 counties. Stop by their booth to learn more about how they are meeting the urgent need for female voices, engagement, and leadership in STEM.
  • Participating Fan Groups including the DFW Critter Crew, DFW LUG, DFW Cosplay Gallifrey and Star Garrison of the 501st, will all be in the Community Zone at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL.

 

Dallas FAN FESTIVAL features three BIG days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions, and world-renowned celebrities who are available for Photo Ops and Autographs. Activities include themed days, costume contests, community partners, workshops, the chance to meet legendary Comic Creators, and an unrivaled shopping experience.

 

Tickets are on sale now. Hours and information are available at fanexpohq.com/dallasfanfestival.

 

DETAILS:  Dallas FAN FESTIVAL runs Friday, October 14 through Sunday, October 16, 2022

    Friday, October 14 from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

    Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

    Sunday, October 16 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

 

The Irving Convention Center is located at 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX 75039

 

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que brings the holidays home with their hassle-free holiday menu available at all 18 North Texas Locations. Those who choose to enjoy the holidays stress-free can pre-order from their award-winning holiday menu that showcases two holiday heat and serve options.

“At Soulman’s, we celebrate the season of family and friends, tried-and-true traditions, abundant gratitude, and delicious food. In our time-honored tradition, we use Soulman’s smoking techniques and recipes passed down from generation to generation to celebrate the holidays with food,” says Brett Randle, CEO of North Texas-based Soulman’s Bar-B-Que.

This season, North Texans can choose Soulman’s traditional holiday meal, including bone-in hickory-smoked turkey, or the spiral sliced holiday ham, mouth-watering sides including cornbread dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, and traditional cranberry sauce. The family meal serves approximately 10-12 people for $169.99. The Soulful Holiday Meal features Soulman’s sliced brisket and sausage with baked mac & cheese, ranch house beans, dinner rolls, and Soulman’s signature Bar-B-Que sauce for $159.99 to serve 10-12 people. For dessert, Soulman’s has homemade buttermilk and pecan pies available to make any holiday meal complete for $18.99.

New this year, Soulman’s is tailoring holiday offerings for savings in two additional ways. They can bundle traditional and soulful holiday meals to feed 20 people for $299.99, saving $30 on the larger holiday gatherings. Guests can add a half smoked ham of half boneless smoked turkey to any holiday meal for $44.99, saving $5. Preorders are required: https://soulmans.com/holiday-menu/.

“Our holiday catering business is busier than ever. So many families and companies come to us year-after-year to help bring in the feasts for seasonal events large and small,” says Randle.

For North Texans looking to branch out from the traditional holiday dinner, Soulman’s offers party packs to make catering holiday parties easy and delicious. From succulent beef brisket to delicious pulled pork, Soulman’s catering brings something to the table for everyone throughout the season. For all holiday orders, visit https://soulmans.com/holiday-menu/.