Deep Ellum Block Party | 12-11:59 p.m. | Elm Street in Deep Ellum | Free | Catch acts like Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan, Polyphonic Spree, and 80+ local bands while you snack, drink, and dance.
“NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet” | Saturday, Nov. 23 | 3 p.m. + 7 p.m.| Fair Park | $31+ | The sugar plums will be dancing more than just in your head during this classic ballet.
Kacey Musgraves: “Deeper Well World Tour” | 7:30 p.m. | American Airlines Center | $34+ | Always follow your arrow — especially if it’s leading you to this concert.
Sunday, Nov. 24
“Friends"giving Brunch | 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Community Beer Company | Price of purchase | Joey doesn’t share food, but maybe you will at this “Friends” themed brunch.
Beethoven and Mozart | 3 p.m. | Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center | $49+ | Sway along as the Dallas Symphony performs works by two masterminds.
Monday, Nov. 25
Mixology Mondays at The Parlor | Monday, Nov. 25 | 5-6 p.m. | Sheraton Dallas Hotel | $30 | Shake things up and learn the art of creating a perfect cocktail.
Tuesday, Nov. 26
Build a Snowman | 4-5 p.m. | Hampton-Illinois Branch Library | Free | No snow, no problem — kids will get to make their own snowmen out of air dry clay to celebrate winter.
Tipsy Elf Kid’s Night | 5-8 p.m. | Casablanca | $20 | Bring the kiddos for activities like ornament decorating, face painting, photos with Santa, and more.
Wednesday, Nov. 27
Dallas Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl | 5-11 p.m. | Trinity Cider | $8+ | Whip out your favorite tacky holiday wear and bounce around some of Dallas’ favorite bars for Thanksgiving-themed libations.
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We’re seeing green. The Dallas Stars has been named the 13th most valuable NHL team by CNBC with a $1.9 billion valuation. The No. 1 spot on the board is the Toronto Maple Leafs with a $4 billion valuation. (Dallas Business Journal)
Development
JCPenney’s former headquarters will soon become a mixed-use living community with quite a lot of amenities. Plans for the 107-acre site include 750 multi-family units, five townhomes, five office towers, a 10-story hotel, four restaurants, a public park, and 21 acres of open space. Construction will occur in two phases. (Dallas Business Journal)
Real Estate
Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy recently put one of his homes on the market, although a source said the move was just to be closer to one of his kid’s schools. The 8,300-sqft house, located in Allen, is listed for $5.7 million with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a resort-style pool. (The Dallas Morning News)
Eat
Have your Dallas Cowboys and... eat them too? Tyson has partnered with the football team to release a new line of star-shaped Cowboys chicken nuggets. The nugs can now be purchased at several local grocery stores, club stores, and at home games. (The Dallas Morning News)
Drink
Hey, sunshine — La La Land Kind Cafe is opening another Dallas location before the end of the year. The cheery cafe that tries to promote kindness has a 1,500-sqft spot picked out along Fitzhugh Avenue that’s already being decked out in yellow. (Dallas Business Journal)
DYK
Did you know that honey from the 18,000 bees living on top of Dallas Love Field is now being used to make a beer? “Buzz the Tower” is a fall-inspired beer from On Rotation Brewery & Kitchen that has some notes of peanut butter the staff say pair well with spicy foods. (WFAA)
Listen
Dallas Mavericks player Luka Doncic is out with a wrist injury, but who’s going to step up in his absence? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Mavs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Travel
Need a magical weekend getaway? Just an hour’s drive away, Greenville’s quaint downtown features fantastic shops, restaurants, + a full lineup of holiday happenings. Get a sneak peek of what else to add to your itinerary to make magical memories this holiday season.*
Don’t risk a busted washer or drier in the middle of winter — get American Home Shield Home Warranty. For a limited time, they’re offering $150 off some of their most comprehensive plans.(Think: Peace of mind, for less.)Claim the discount. Read website disclaimer for important consumer information.*
Listen
What happens when you combine German engineering with the world’s most trusted name in hearing care? The biggest breakthrough in hearing technology in more than a decade. Join 400,000+ people hearing better than ever with the Horizon hearing aid. (Did we mention the 45-day no-risk trial?)*
Travel
Cozy up in Mount Pleasant, SC, for the holidays. Nestled along the Charleston Harbor, this charming coastal town is celebrating the season with a Holiday Market & Craft Show, a Christmas Light Parade, and plenty of festive fun. Plan your holiday getaway.*
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Zoo volunteers can help staff prepare a variety of animals meals each day. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 15 ways to get involved in Dallas.
If you want to help your neighbors in need
SoupMobile | There’s nothing like a warm meal to help the soul — help pass out bowls of soup, slices of pizza, or ice cream cones to folks who could use something to put a smile on their face.
Natural-born teachers and mentors
“I Have a Dream” Foundation Dallas | Help bring a youngin’ from “first grade to their first job” by providing emotional and academic support.
If you’re an animal lover
The Dallas Zoo | Locals ages 13 and up can help with a variety of tasks like helping prepare the animals’ food, spreading the word about conservation efforts, and learning what it takes to run a zoo.
For the outdoorsy or active types
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens | Join this organization’s 4,000 annual volunteers by sponsoring your own flower bed or help take care of the larger vast landscape of plants.
Self-proclaimed bibliophiles
Dallas Public Library | Help with public readings, spread the word about the library’s services, or help with students’ STEAM projects.
Fun fact about that new bee honey beer from On Rotation Brewery & Kitchen: “buzzing the tower” is a military maneuver where a jet essentially flies low + fast enough near a control tower that the people inside get rattled by the boom. You can see it played out in the original “Top Gun.”
