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6/13/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Texas Pinners Conference and Expo

Noel Hampton — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 Z

WHO: ?Texas Pinners Conference - Pinterest-inspired conference and expo featuring 200 top business contributors.

WHAT: Pinners Conference is excited to host its Pinterest-inspired conference on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Attendees can learn, create, connect and shop the latest DIY trends inspired by creativity and passion for craft-making. The two-day conference and expo will provide 100+ Pinterest-based classes taught by experts in DIY, home décor, food arts, fashion, beauty, self-improvement, party-planning, photography and a full tradeshow floor with over 300 vendors. Visit tx.pinnersconference.com for more information. To stay updated with the Pinners Conference in Texas, check out @pinnersconf on all platforms. Dont forget to follow the #PinnersTX and #pinnersconf to follow this event!

WHEN: The event will occur Friday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: TexasPinners Conference will be hosted at Will Rogers Memorial Center, located at 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76107.

COST: General admission is $10 and includes access to the tradeshow shopping floor. Children 8 and under are free. Class materials sold separately. Multi-day passes are available.

SPONSORS: The Home Depot, Ryobi, Chalk Couture, Joanns, Plaid Crafts, Texas Appliances, Janome and MakerFlo Crafts.

6/13/2026 1:00 PM (CST) SPARK! City Immersive Art Experience

Kathy Beazley — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:00:00 Z

SPARK! Dallas presents SPARK! City, a first-of-its-kind immersive public art exhibition celebrating Dallas neighborhoods from June 5 through August 30, 2026..

Designed for both Dallas residents and visitors attending this summers international soccer festivities, SPARK! City transforms the venue into a journey through Downtown/Uptown, Deep Ellum, Oak Cliff/Bishop Arts, Vickery Meadow and The Cedars. Each neighborhood is brought to life through original artwork and immersive installations created by students from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Emmett J. Conrad High School, and Dallas artist Erika Bauer.

Guests can explore the history, culture and creative spirit of each neighborhood while also enjoying SPARK!s popular play sculpture areas and Creative Corner. The exhibit is open Saturdays from 10 a.m.3 p.m., Sundays from 15 p.m., and select weekdays from 15 p.m. during FIFA Family Days.

Admission to SPARK! City is $15 for adults and children ages 2 and older and children 0-2 enter for free, with discounts available for teachers, seniors, military personnel, first responders and Museums for All participants. Tickets are available at the door. Adults can also experience SPARK! After Dark (21+) on the first Friday of each monthJune 5, July 3 and August 7featuring creative activities, social experiences and special programming. SPARK! After Dark tickets are $40. To learn more, visit https://sparkdallas.org or call 214.421.7727.

6/15/2026 5:00 PM (CST) Mixology Mondays at The Parlor

Culver Public Relations — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 Z

Mixology Mondays classes are hosted weekly at The Parlor, inside Sheraton Dallas, from 5-6pm. The cocktail featured varies weekly and reservations are required. The cost is $30/per person which does not include tax and gratuity. The interactive mixology classes are led by the hotels talented Mixologist, Adam, who has explored more than 43 countries and worked at luxury properties and bars across the world. Guests can have fun mixing a cocktail and then enjoy the delicious creation. Reservations are required.

Complimentary parking at any of the hotels restaurants and bars for up to 4 hours is available in the hotels parking garage across the street from the front entrance. Please bring your parking ticket and present it for validation.

Reservations can be made here: https://activities.travelcurious.com/book/marriott-com-daldh?opa-deeplink=1ee5eda7-0aaf-6156-8177-3110f231cef5.

6/18/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Call for Artists

Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 Z

We are always searching for new artists to join our Giddens Gallery family. Email Michele@giddensgallery.com to inquire.

6/29/2026 7:00 PM (CST) Arlington Jones| The Soul of Piano

Arlington Jones — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 Z

Arlington Jones | Soul of Piano premieres at Epic Theater in the entertainment district of Grand Prairie, TX with pianist, composer and Steinway Artist Arlington Jones and his band, Arlington Jones & The Brethren. The band features James Driscoll on bass, Ollie Jones III on drums and Jorge Ginorio on percussion.

Arlington Jones is a classically trained jazz piano maestro and prolific composer with an undeniable soulful music heritage. He makes the piano speak through lush harmonies, impeccable groove, and infectious energy. His music reveals the history of traditional and modern jazz, influenced by ragtime, stride, classical, blues, Latin, funk, and sacred styles. Whether performing solo or with his band, Arlington Jones & The Brethren, Jones delivers an unforgettable music journey a contagious toe-tapping, finger snapping, hand-clapping, head-bobbing experience! Jones holds a B.M. and M.M. in music composition and performance. He is a recording artist and producer under his label, Zamaria Records. He has multiple album recordings, piano music books, and a music web series. He performs and teaches internationally. He has years of experience as an educator, clinician, adjudicator, and guest lecturer in all levels of elementary, secondary, and higher education. He partners with a variety of music education programs, schools, universities, and music organizations. Jones can be contracted for commissioned works, specializing in jazz piano concertos and modern sacred choral pieces. Arlington Jones is a Steinway Artist. For more info visit www.arlingtonjones.com

ARK Music at Epic Theater is a premier jazz concert experience for the whole family with Arlington Jones as Artistic Director and Artist in Residence. It showcases American Music rooted in jazz, soul, funk and encourages creativity, collaboration and a high level of artistic presentation. Why ARK? Because Artistry Reinvigorates Kosmos.

ARK Music Summer Schedule (lineup subject to change):

Arlington Jones | Soul of Piano - June 29

I Can Improvise with Arlington Jones (interactive educational show) - June 30

Arlington Jones | Soul of Piano (Lineup TBA) - July 27

I Can Improvise with Arlington Jones (interactive educational show) - July 28

How to Enter Epic:

https://youtu.be/Ac8MqDE-IKk?si=Lohmwrb-ghouSoNu

7/1/2026 (All Day) Southfork Trade Days! Outdoor market

Janna Timm — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z

Southfork Ranch, made famous by the show, DALLAS, in the 80's is hosting a monthly outdoor Trade Days market. You find all kinds of one-of-a-kind items, such as boutique clothing, jewelry, salsa, beef jerky, shoes, books, home decor, yard art, t-shirts, children's clothing, puppies, custom furniture, art and even a psychic! Family and dog friendly! January is also featuring live entertainment by a one-man band, Walter Strauss and horse and carriage rides! See our Facebook page for more details: Trade Days at Southfork Ranch.