Nov. 2
First Saturday at the Nasher
Encourage creative thought and appreciation of the arts in preschool- and elementary-age children at this month’s First Saturday event 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Participate in numerous family-friendly activities, including art scavenger hunts, artist demonstrations, dance performances, yoga and creative writing classes.
Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora, 214.242.5100, free
Through Nov. 3
Kennedy Photomosaics
See two large-scale portraits of President and Mrs. Kennedy by artist Alex Guofeng Cao on loan from The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.
NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, level one between Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, 214.363.7441, free
Nov. 3
Down and Dirty on the Boulevard
Chefs for Farmers presents Down and Dirty on the Boulevard, an outdoor food, wine and spirits festival to celebrate local farmers and artisans. Sip on wine and enjoy food prepared by more than 40 Texas chefs 1-5 p.m. Proceeds to benefit the North Texas Food Bank and Café Momentum. Bringing a wine glass and picnic blanket is encouraged.
Lee Park, 3333 Turtle Creek, 214.520.0977, $65
NOV. 5
Dallas Noir
Editor David Hale Smith and authors Harry Hunsicker, Matt Bondurant, Jonathan Woods and Kathleen Kent will read from stories from “Dallas Noir,” an anthology of short crime fiction set in the Dallas area at 7 p.m. Audience Q&A and panel signing will follow.
Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy. Ste. 300, 214.739.1124, free
Nov. 15
Rebecca Loebe
Award-winning singer-songwriter Rebecca Loebe performs at Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse at 8 p.m. She quit her full-time job as a recording studio engineer to pursue her own music, doing an about 150 shows a year.
Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse at Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 N. Central, $15 in advance, $18 at the door
Nov. 20
8×8 Exhibition and Silent Auction
From 7-10 p.m. listen to live swing music from Shoot Low Sheriff, enjoy refreshments, and bid on original 8-inch by 8-inch paintings and sculptures donated by top gallery artists at the 8×8 Silent Auction. Cost includes admission to the museum and benefits the educational programs of the Museum of Biblical Art.
Museum of Biblical Art Dallas, 7500 Park, 214.361.1365, $20
NOV. 21-23
Chi Omega Christmas Market
Get into the spirit of gift-giving at the Chi Omega Christmas market, held 1-9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Proceeds benefit numerous local organizations, including Community Partners of Dallas, Foundation for the Education of Young Women, Healing Hands Ministries, Just Say YES, Crisis Center of North Texas and Chi Omega collegiate scholarships.
Centennial Hall at Fair Park, 3929 Grand Avenue, 214.890.1999, $15 at the door, $12 in advance
Nov. 23
Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash
Join more than 3,000 shoppers on the hunt for handmade gifts from local artists at the sixth annual Jingle Bash. From 11 a.m.-6 p.m. shop, visit the photo booth, and make and take home your own holiday craft. Email handmadebash@gmail.com for more information.
The Shops at Park Lane, 8080 Park, free
Nov. 29
Kick-off parade with Santa
NorthPark Center marks Santa’s arrival with its annual holiday parade, featuring the Salvation Army Band, nine-foot-tall soldiers, “The Nutcracker’s” Clara and Sugar Plum Fairies and other special guests. Festivities begin at 10:30 a.m. in NorthCourt on Level One between Nordstrom and Macy’s. Storytime and photos with Santa continue through Dec. 24
NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central, 214.363.7441, free
Nov. 30- Dec. 24
Spend and Win with Local Shops
Save some cash, win prizes, and support local businesses including Castle Gap Jewelry, Sunnyland Patio Furniture and Nueva Casita restaurant Nov. 30. Print a map of participating retailers at shoplocaldfw.com, then make purchases at five businesses on the map to receive prizes and raffle goodies. For more information, contact Brad Schweig at 972.239.3716.
