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Oak Lawn Newsletter - Tuesday, Dec. 30
Greetings!
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Happy New Year everyone! This is our last newsletter for 2008. There will not be an issue this Friday, but look for us back on January 9th. Don't forget about the big First Wednesday "Texas Hold'Em Crawl" on Wednesday, January 7th form 6-9 pm (more information below).
Are you planning a New Year's Eve party at home with friends and/or loved ones? Here are some helpful links to assist with that 'budget-minded' party planning:
Other helpful links:
NEW YEAR'S DAY PARADE
Thursday, January 01
2:30 pm
Presented by Comerica Bank. Downtown Dallas (Ross Ave. from Harwood to Lamar, to Houston, ending at All-Star Way next to the American Airlines Center). Live broadcast on KDFW-TV (FOX 4).
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LATEST INFO: FOOD PANTRY MOVE 
Resource Center Dallas
As you know, the Food Pantry was forced to find a new home. The Resource Center set a Holiday Fundraising Goal and as of 12/24/08, they were about $2,300 away from their goal. The new location has been selected and the move is anticipated for the weekend of January 23-25.
If you would like to donate to this great cause, click here
Donations of canned goods or cash are always welcome.
PANTRY WISH LIST ITEMS:
Canned Meats: Tuna, chicken, chili, Spam
Canned Soups and Ramen Noodles
Canned Vegetables and fruits
Boxed Cereal
Dry Staples: Rice, Beans, Pasts
Juice
Condiments: Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Mustard, Salt, Sugar
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NEW YEAR'S EVE EVENTS
IN OAK LAWN
Below are some of the events we have learned about at local venues:
Pekers
New Years Eve with Toni Page and Friends the show starts at 9:45 no cover Free Champ. at midnight and Tables are almost full...
Round Up Saloon
The biggest and best NYE party on the strip!
Catered buffet all evening
Party Favors, House champagne
(Premium Champagnes also available)
Great Country music and dancing
Major presentation countdown to Midnight
Cash Balloon Drop at Midnight
Breakfast served from midnight until 2:00 am
BEFORE you DRIVE Home!
$10.00 advance, $12.00 at the door
Mickey's
We will have no cover, midnight champagne toast, DJ Bryans 10 ten video countdown plus catered food
Woody's
No Cover, party favors.
Complimentary Champagne at Midnight.
www.dallaswoodys.com/ Sue Ellen's80's party with Ciao Bella; 2008 top 10 countdown at 11pm. Open at 4pm with discount cover 7-9pm. We're giving away 5 pairs of tickets to see Katy Perry life at House of Blues Dallas. www.partyattheblock.com/
S4
18+ admitted. 2008 top 10 countdown 11pm. Doors at 9pm with discount cover 9-10pm (21+). Party favors for all, plus you could win free memberships or other cool stuff from Gay.com
JR's
Doors open at 11am. 2008 top 10 countdown at 11pm. Start the new year with your old friends. Never a cover!
TMC
2008 top 10 countdown at 11pm. Doors open at 8pm with no cover.
Alexandre's
New Years Eve entertainment with Londee Ighile. No Cover, Valet Parking, Champagne Toast at Midnight.
Jack's Backyard Chill Grill
(Pittman @ Commerce in Oak Cliff) Ring in the New Year with DJ's Mary and Tiffany. No Cover. Champagne at Midnight. Complimentary Breakfast @ 1am. www.jacksbackyarddallas.com
Havana
International Mini Cassanova Show. Free buffet, Champagne and party favors. No cover before 10 pm. See bartender for reservations.
Dallas Eagle
Ballon Drop at Midnight with Free Champagne and party favors. Hosted by the Leather Knights.
Tin Room
New Year's Eve Red Carpet Extravaganza. Party favors, Champagne Toast at Midnight plus 15 sexy boys and Marty.
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FIRST WEDNESDAY on CEDAR SPRINGS
Wednesday, Jan. 07
"Texas Hold'em Crawl"
Join us on the strip for a fabulous fun-filled evening of entertainment, drinks, food, shopping, free drawings, wine tasting, discounts & more at participating merchants. Grab a card at participating merchants. At the end of the night, the person with the best hand wins a fabulous gift basket valued at $700-$800. The more merchants you visit, the better your chance to win! | |
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New Videos Online
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Pet of the Week
DFW
Humane Society  Brawie is a male, neutered Chihuahua mix about 1 year old. He is brindle in color and weighs in about 14 lbs. His reason for being in the shelter: can't take care of him anymore.
Brawie is very sweet and friendly. He is good with kids and other pets.
If you can adopt Brawie and give him a good home, please contact the DFW Humane Society at 972-253-3333, or check out one of the many other pets that need a home by visiting their web site.
"Put a Paw Print in Your Heart"
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