Creative Oasis Coloring Party
Sept. 7
Coloring and Wine
Take some time to relax, color and enjoy some wine. Tickets must be purchased in advanced, and includes coloring sheets, use of creative supplies and a complimentary glass of wine.
Times Ten Cellars, 6324 Prospect, 214.824.9463, creativeoasiscoaching.com/coloring-parties-information, $30
Sept. 7
Art Contest
Winners from the summer painting reproduction contest will be announced for all age groups, music will be played and refreshments will be served. It’s also the last chance to see Chuck McCarter and Stephen Potter’s original works hanging next to their recreations.
Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts, 7328 Gaston, 214.856.8728,
lakewoodconservatory.com, free
Sept. 17
Libraryfest and Book Sale
If your summer reading list has dwindled, head over to the Lakewood Library’s book sale. It features free activities for children and more than 15,000 items on sale, including signed books. Find raffle items from local merchants along with yarn items from the Lakewood Knit Wits. All proceeds support the Lakewood Library.
Lakewood Library, 6121 Worth, 214.670.1376, lakewoodlibraryfriendsdallas.org, free
Sept. 18
Sunday Cinema Series
The Sunday Cinema Series continues its second season at Knife at The Highland Dallas. This year’s series focuses on Chef John Tesar’s favorite director: Wes Anderson. The evening includes gourmet snacks from Knife and local beers from the crafty Four Corners Brewing Company. Of every ticket sold, $10 benefits the Dallas Film Society.
Knife at The Highlands Dallas, 5300 E Mockingbird, 214.443.9339, knifedallas.com, $35
Sept. 21-Oct. 1
‘The Tempest’
Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” tells the tale of an exiled duke and his daughter who are shipwrecked on an island by a major storm. Hopefully the outdoor showing at the Samuell Grand Amphitheater includes a splash zone.
Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Parkway, 214.559.2778, shakespearedallas.org, $7
Sept. 24
The Oh Hellos
This Texas-based acoustic folk and pop rock group features siblings Tyler and Maggie Heath.
Grandada Theater, 3524 Greenville, 214.824.9933, granadatheater.com, $22-$39
Sept. 30
Pumpkin Village
It might not feel like it yet, but it’s pumpkin season. Catch the 1-acre Pumpkin Village featuring America’s favorite gourd at the Dallas Arboretum.
Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland, 214.515.6500, dallasarboretum.org, free with admission
