Truck Yard: Photo from Facebook
Dec. 13
Tea time
Enjoy afternoon tea while watching a modeling of 1930s fashion from Texas Vintage Society. Plus, view the exhibit “Toys Through the Decades.”
Where: Hall of State at Fair Park, 3939 Grand Ave.
Cost: $30-$80
More info: dallashistory.org/programs
Why we like spelling
P.R.O.C.E.E.D. to opening night of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” the first production of the new community arts group East Dallas Arts.
Where: St. John’s Episcopal School, 848 Harter Road
Cost: $15-$20
More info: facebook.com/eastdallasarts
Dec.15
Pancake party with Santa
Tis the season to celebrate good food. Start your day with a pancake breakfast from 9:30-11:30 a.m. that even Santa can’t resist.
Where: Samuell Grand Recreation Center, 6200 E. Grand Ave.
Cost: Free
Tamalada holiday festival
If you’re still hungry after pancakes with Santa, sample hot chocolate, Mexican coffee, churros, popcorn, candy and more from 12-3 p.m.
Where: La Ranchera Super Market, 4823 Bryan St.
Cost: Free
More info: facebook.com/lapopulartamalehouse
Tacky truckers
Discounted drinks and pictures with Santa (and your dog) await at the Truck Yard’s annual ugly Christmas sweater contest. The winner will receive a $100 gift card.
Where: Truck Yard, 5624 Sears St.
Cost: Free
More info: texastruckyard.com
