"Season of Celebration"

The Women's Chorus of Dallas is proud to present our 20th Season - "Season of Celebration."

 
The Chorus will kick-off the Season with a Homecoming Weekend on Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11.   Past members and supporters are invited to join us on Friday evening for seeing old friends and remembering old times.  Saturday evening will feature "Commemoration", an Anniversary Party featuring live music from The Women's Chorus of Dallas including several old favorites with past singing members joining in on the fun!  Of course, an Anniversary Party would not be complete without a guest appearance from The Turtle Creek Chorale! 

 
Join us on Saturday, October 11 at 8:00 PM at the Cathedral of Hope.  Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.twcd.org or by calling 214-520-7828. 

 
Are you a past singer or supporter and looking for more information on attending the Friday night celebration or return as an alumni?  Please contact our office at 214-520-7828 or register online. The Women's Chorus of Dallas is also pleased to be presenting "Jubilation" on Sunday, December 14 at 2PM and "Nomination" on Saturday, April 25 at 7PM.  
 

Continues thru

Sunday, Oct. 19

 

Big Tex says "Howdy Folks!" Yes, it's time for the State Fair of Texas. The fairgrounds open today and the festivitives run thru October 19th. This year, the entertainment includes the Nerveless Nocks Daredevil Stunt Show, Rodney Atkins, Jessica Simpson, Bell Biv DeVoe and the return of 'Illumination Senstaion', the spectacular light show in the Esplanade reflecting pool (nightly at 8:00 pm).

 

The Prairie View/Grambling State Fair Classic is Saturday, October 4th (6:00 pm) and the TX/OU Red River Rivaly is the following Saturday, October 11th at 11:00 am. The State Fair exhibit buildings open daily at 10:00 am and close at 10:00 pm Fri-Mon and at 9:00 pm Tues-Thurs. Midway opening and closing hours vary. Find all you need to know about the State Fair online.
 

Thurs., Oct. 2 thru
Sun., Oct. 5
Sterling Hotel Dallas
 

Dallas Southern Pride is a weekend event fearturing workshops, seminars and parties. This year's theme is "A Taste of Dallas". Dallas Southern Pride's mission is to build awareness of pride in the Same Gender Loving (SGL)/ Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) community of color. Also, to create a funding source and support for organizations which are addressing health, educational, and economic issues adversely affecting our community. The event is held at the Sterling Hotel Dallas and various venues around town. VIP Membership will allow you FREE entry into all Parties without having to wait in line, and DSP VIP Private Suite in host HOTEL!!!
 

 

Is it time to take your pet to the vet for their annual checkup. This Saturday, Vaccination Station of Dallas will holding it's monthly Low Cost Clinic at Elliott's Hardware on Maple Avenue. Rabies and all other vaccinations for dogs and cats will be available along with heartworm testing for dogs and heartworm prevention for dogs and cats. Plus, Frontline Plus Flea and Tick Control as well as Revolution will be available at reduced rates. The clinic will offer free engraving of owner's phone number on back of rabies tag. 

Sunday, Oct.5
Lee Park
12:00 Noon
 

LifeWalk begins Sunday, October 5th at 12 noon at Lee Park and is a family- and pet-friendly event benefitting AIDS Arms, Inc. to raise AIDS awareness and funds to help HIV+ men, women and children in North Texas. LifeWalk is a 3.2 mile walk through Dallas' scenic Turtle Creek and Uptown. To date LifeWalk has raised and distributed more than $7 million for AIDS services throughout the Dallas community. 
 
Life Walk web site

Saturday

October 11
11:00 am

 

The Rivalry continues. At 11 a.m. on October 11, the Red River Rivalry kicks off a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl at the State Fair of Texas. Most local clubs and sports restaurants in Oak Lawn host watch parties for the TX/OU game. Check with your favorite venue.
 

Saturday, Oct. 11
838 W. Davis
Oak Cliff
6:00 pm
 

As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month Events, Valiente DFW- LGBT Latino/a Alliance invites you to join us in the heart of Oak Cliff for our Latino Art Show & Block Party. The event starts at 6:00p and takes place at the Daniel Padilla Gallery located at 838 W. Davis. Area businesses join in the fun and will stay open late.  

October 10-12
AMF Irving Lanes
 

The Dallas Invitational Columbus Day Tournament (DICDT) invites you to join us for our annual bowling tournament October 10-12, in Dallas (Irving), Texas.
 
DICDT features a host of events for mixed skill levels, including a co-ed handicapped competition (by invitation only) during the tournament. The tournament is officially sanctioned by the United States Bowling Congress (USBC), and DICDT is a proud member of the International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO). All USBC rules apply, except as noted in the tournament rules.

 

Founded 26 years ago, DICDT is a philanthropic bowling tournament and fundraising club. The DICDT team mobilizes each year to host events which cover the costs associated with producing the annual tournament, including awards and prizes. Additionally, DICDT grants funds to local gay/lesbian/transgendered service and education programs. The DICDT committee has not yet announced the 2008 beneficiaries.

DICDT web site

Monday, Oct. 13
8:00 pm
Meyerson Symphony Center
 

Joan Rivers Live! with special guests Denise Lee, Liz Mikel and the TCC.One Night Only! Purchase your tickets today as the concert will surely sell out. Presented by the Turtle Creek Chorale.