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Angela Gallia painting

Oct. 11- 12
Artists’ Studio Tour
Don’t miss the 22nd annual White Rock Lake Artists’ Studio Tour, a free self-paced tour that gives visitors a peek into the lives and artistic processes of more than 45 artists in the East Dallas area. Tour from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days.
Start at the Creative Arts Center to pick up a map, 2360 Laughlin, whiterockartists.com, 214.320.1275, free

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Through Oct. 26
‘Rapunzel’
Dallas Children’s Theater hosts its hilarious musical take on the classic fairy tale, Princess Rapunzel.
Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, dct.org, 214.978.0110, $17-$28

Through Nov. 23
‘The Cycles of the Fig Tree’
Carlos Cázares, a Mexican visual artist specializing in the disciplines of painting, sculpture and graphics, seeks to expose his heart to the light of the Creator, and constantly seeks a way to impress the life of God on his canvases. Through his experimentation with pigments and mineral deposits, he has found that materials such as gold and silver offer a beautiful refraction of light that enriches his work. His abstract works reflect an appreciation of ancient techniques applied in a contemporary setting.
St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts center, Justus Sundermann Gallery, 5100 Ross, cathedralartsdallas.org, call 214.887.6552 to schedule a visit, free

Through Oct. 30
Concerts at the Arboretum
Every Thursday night, the Dallas Arboretum hosts a different band on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage and Lawn. Bring your family, friends and your favorite food and drinks, and enjoy a concert overlooking White Rock Lake. All fall concerts are from 7-9 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m.
Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland, reservations@dallasarboretum.org or 214.515.6615, $15-$17 adult members, $25-$27 adult nonmembers, $10 children ages 3-12

Oct. 3
Silent auction
Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, music and a silent auction. The evening’s proceeds benefit the free public art programs of St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts. This year’s music is taken from the Cole Porter songbook and will be performed by the singers of the Cathedral Choir and their friends.
St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 5100 Ross, cathedralartsdallas.org, 214.887.6552, $40 single, $70 couple, $300 table of eight

Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
Meditation classes
Join experienced teachers Jon and Linda Caswell as they instruct neighbors on how to create peace of mind. The class is from 7-9 p.m. RSVP requested.
Lake Highlands Acupuncture, 10252 E. Northwest Highway, 214.267.8636, donation requested

Oct. 9-25
‘The Two Character Play’
“The Two Character Play” is a rarely produced piece by Tennessee Williams in which two actors arrive on a deserted theater stage and begin to enact the play alone. Soon the actors and audience are treading the fine line between reality and illusion.
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther, dallasculture.org/bathhouseculturecenter, 214.670.8749, $20-$22

Oct. 9
Santa Fe 5k
Run in the fourth annual “5k on the Santa Fe” to benefit the Friends of Santa Fe Trail. This is the primary money-raising activity to fund projects to improve the Santa Fe Hike/Bike Trail between White Rock Lake and Downtown. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m.
Randall Park, 100 N. Glasgow, friendsofsantafetrail.org, $10-$30

Oct. 16
Long Run
Start stretching for the Long Run. The run is J. L. Long Middle School’s only fundraiser to help pay for extras not supplied by Dallas ISD. Registration and festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. The race is a one-mile fun run at 6 p.m., followed by the certified 5k run at 6:30 p.m. There will be food, music and fun for all.
J. L. Long Middle School, 6116 Reiger, jllong.com, 972.502.4700, early registration is $15 for adults, $10 for kids

Oct. 17-31
‘Night of the Living Dead’
The cult classic “Night of the Living Dead” returns to Dallas Children’s Theater, presented by Teen Scene Players. Radiation from a fallen satellite transforms the dead into flesh-eating zombies, and no one is safe. It’s the 1968 black and white, B-movie horror classic brought to life — figuratively speaking. Enjoyed by ages 13 and up.
Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, dct.org, 214.978.0110, $12-$14

Through Nov. 26
Autumn at the Arboretum
Ready for pumpkin season? The Dallas Arboretum uses more than 50,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash every year to form its nationally acclaimed storybook pumpkin village, which is on display through Nov. 26.
Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland, dallasaboretum.org, 214.515.6615, $10-$15, plus $10 onsite parking

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Pumpkin Village: Photo by James Coreas