Mysteries, Signs and Wonders: The Art of Barbara Hines
Through Aug. 30
Mysteries, Signs and Wonders: The Art of Barbara Hines
The Museum of Biblical Art features impressionist paintings inspired by Israel from Texas-based artist Barbara Hines, the first exhibit inside the museum’s new National Center for Jewish Art. Some artwork is for sale, and Hines donates 100 percent of her profits equally to the museum and Chabad of Dallas.
Museum of Biblical Art, 7500 Park Lane, 214.368.4622, biblicalarts.org, $10-$12
Nov. 1-2
AIA Dallas Tour of Homes
This self-guided tour features nine homes throughout the city, including four in Preston Hollow. Curated by the local chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the tour represents a range of styles from modern villa to mid-century ranch as well as innovative concepts in sustainability, renovation, adaptation and new construction.
hometourdallas.com, $25-$30
Nov. 4
JCC Senior Expo
The Jewish Community Center hosts its 13th annual resource fair, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., helping local senior citizens navigate the next phase of their lives. Since the expo falls on Election Day, a shuttle will transport attendees to the 75230 voting precinct. The event also features live music by Marty Ruiz, games, giveaways, sack lunches for the first 100 guests and a discussion with Donna Arp Weitzman, author of “Cinderella Has Cellulite and Other Musings from a Last Wife.”
Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven, 214.739.2737, jccdallas.org, free
Nov. 14
Eliza Gilkyson
Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse presents the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and activist who has earned respect in the roots, folk and Americana genres, learning from her father, Terry Gilkyson. Nashville-based pianist Allie Farris opens the show at 8 p.m.
Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 N. Central, unclecalvins.org, $18-$22
Nov. 19
Yes! Event
The Legacy Senior Communities hosts its annual fundraiser at noon, benefiting The Legacy Preston Hollow Dallas Home for the Jewish Aged. The luncheon features a discussion with journalist and author Jane Pauley, and the inaugural presentation of the Carmen Michael Miller Award to Molly Bogen, Senior Source executive director.
Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora, 972.468.6162, thelegacywb.org, $200
Nov. 20
An Evening with Susan Orlean
The Friends of the Dallas Public Library hosts a 6:30-9:30 p.m. dinner and program with journalist Susan Orlean, best-selling author of “The Orchid Thief,” on which the 2002 film “Adaptation” was based. In her forthcoming work, “The Library Book,” Orlean chronicles the story of the Los Angeles Public Library and its rebirth after a 1986 fire. All proceeds from the event support the library and its neighborhood branches. Ticket sales end Nov. 13.
Temple Emanu-El, 8500 Hillcrest, 214.670.1458, fodpl.org, $35 for program only, $180 for dinner and program
Nov. 22
Trains at NorthPark
The mall’s 16th annual miniature train exhibit — the largest of its kind in Texas —opens for the season, featuring 1,600 feet of track winding through cityscapes from the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge to the Golden Gate Bridge. The event raises money for the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. The display is on Level One between Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom and continues through Jan. 4.
NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central, 214.363.7441, rmhdallas.org/trains, $3-$7
