The third annual ArtsPark on March 24, presented by the Business Council for the Arts and NorthPark Center, showcases arts and cultural organizations from across North Texas.
Through March 3 The Music Man Featuring the J Players, “The Music Man” is an upbeat tale about life in Iowa in 1912. When a music-loving stranger comes to town, daily routines in River City begin to change. Jewish Community Center of Dallas, 7900 Northaven, 214.239.7115, $12-$25
Through May 13 The Invention of Glory: Alfonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries The Meadows Museum offers visitors the chance to see four 15th century tapestries. The Pastrana tapestries were created in Belgium and have been preserved in Guadalajara since the 17th century. Meadows Museum, 5900 Bishop, 214.768.2516, $8–$10
March 10–April 7 Thomas Evans: Landscapes & Jerry Skibell: Different Points of Contact Norwood Flynn Gallery welcomes two new artists this month: native Texans Thomas Evans and Jerry Skibell. Both artists create landscapes, but their points of view vary greatly. Enjoy an artists’ reception 6-8 p.m. March 10. Norwood Flynn Gallery, 3318 Shorecrest, 214.351.3318, free
March 14 Storytime at Bookmarks Atmos Energy presents a reading of “Where the Wild Things Are” at 10:30 a.m. The event features interpretive dance and wolf costumes. Bookmarks Library at NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central, 214.671.1381, free
March 16 Zoe Lewis With The Wahooligans opening, Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse welcomes multi-talented singer/songwriter Zoe Lewis to the stage. Lewis’ sound transitions from jazzy to Latin, from swing to folk. NorthPark Presbyterian Church, 9555 N. Central, 214.363.0044, $8-$15
March 17 Backyard Chickens 101 A growing trend in North Texas, raising backyard chickens can be a great way to get access to healthier eggs. Dan Probst of Bageniece Farms will explain the basics. The class begins at 10 a.m. Northaven Gardens, 7700 Northaven, 214.363.5316, free
March 22–24 2012 Literary Festival This three-day festival hosted by the SMU Department of English highlights some of the greatest authors in the country. This year’s lineup includes Corey Marks, editor of “American Literary Review,” Tyehimba Jess of “Black Issues Book Review” and Dean Bakopoulos of “O, The Oprah Magazine.” Southern Methodist University, 6425 Boaz, 214.768.2000, free
March 24 ArtsPark The third annual ArtsPark, presented by the Business Council for the Arts and NorthPark Center, showcases arts and cultural organizations from across North Texas. Highlighted by live performances and demonstrations, this event gives area residents the opportunity to learn more about getting involved in the arts. NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central, free
March 24 No Tie Dinner & DessertThe No Tie Dinner & Dessert is a night of dancing, desserts and drinks, all in the name of helping those with AIDS. Guests also enjoy a silent and live auction, and all proceeds benefit AIDS Services of Dallas. The party begins at 8 p.m. The Frontiers of Flight Museum, 6911 Lemmon, $50
March 31 It’s My Park Day From 8 a.m.–noon, the Dallas Park and Recreation Department invites residents to join together at local parks for a day of beautification. Here’s how it works: Choose your project, register as a volunteer by calling the parks department and get ready to work. The deadline to register is March 19. Volunteers will be clearing litter and debris, removing graffiti, weeding, mulching and planting, and cleaning up creeks and shorelines. 214.670.8400, free
