Thrilling Weekend Gateway

Fun events that you shouldn’t miss this weekend September 13-14, 2014

360: Artists, Critics, Curators Speaker Series: Artist Thomas Heatherwick

When:  September 13, 2014
Where: 2001 Flora Street
             Dallas, TX 75201
Phone:  214-242-5100

DESCRIPTION

British designer Thomas Heatherwick has been addressed as a genius, even being called by Paul Goldberger in The New Yorker "the next Leonardo da Vinci" for the exceptionally inventive nature of his work. FREE with paid admission: Adults $10. Seniors $7. Students $5. FREE for Members and children 12 and under. Seating is limited. Reservations requested.

BrewFest 2014

When:  September 13, 2014
Where: Various Locations
             Dallas, TX

DESCRIPTION

Join Dallas Observer on Saturday, September 13th as we party the 4th Annual Dallas Observer BrewFest offered by Whole Foods Market. BrewFest is an outdoor beer-sampling event and festival that will feature over 150 beers from around the globe, local food vendors and live music! Twelve (2oz) beer samples are included in the ticket price. Doors open at 6:00 for VIP and 7:00 for General Admission. 21+ ONLY Tickets On Sale NOW. VIP Ticket includes: 12 – 2 oz. Beer Samplings from 150+ Beer Options PLUS Early Entry into Event one hour earlier at 6:00, access to VIP Area with liquor sampling and exclusive catered food. All Tickets Include: 12 – 2 oz. Beer Samplings, with additional sampling cards available for purchase at the event and Live Music Watch last year's BrewFest Video BrewFest 2014 is brought to You By: Whole Foods Market, Sunstone Yoga, Fiat of McKinney All Guests must be 21+, with a Valid I.D. More Information at the website.

Seize the Chocolate! Tour, presented by Dallas by Chocolate

When:  September 13, 2014
Where: 5118 Greenville Ave
             Dallas, TX 75206-3904
Phone:  972-814-5997

DESCRIPTION

No matter how you like to top your chocolate--dark, milk or white--you'll love trying selections from the some of the top chocolate places in Dallas. These include Nib Chocolates at Bolsa Mercado, Dude, Sweet Chocolate, Village Baking Company, Annie's Culinary Creations and Pokey O's. Price includes transportation in a private bus, many food samples, great drinks and tour guide. Buy 4 or more tickets and save $4 per ticket. Enter code ICE.

Off-site Animal Adoptions at Parr Library

When: September 13, 2014

Where: Parr Library

             6200 Windhaven Pkwy
             Plano, TX 75093

DESCRIPTION

Come find your new best friend at our off-site adoption event at Parr Library. We'll have pets available for adoption and an Animal Services Officer to answer any pet-related questions you may have.

League of Women Voters Kickoff - Get Out the Vote Campaign

When:  September 13, 2014

Where: Plano Medical Center Auditorium
              4001 W. 15th Street
              Plano, TX 75093

DESCRIPTION

Please join us for this event. Sharon Rowe, Collin County Elections Administrator is the guest speaker. For information, please contact our President, Janice Schieffer, president@lwvcollin.org or please see our web site, www.lwvcollin.org.

Mobile App Development Workshops

When:  September 14, 2014

Where: Davis Library

             7501-B Independence Pkwy
             Plano, TX 75025

DESCRIPTION

This introductory 3-hour workshop will be a combination of presentations and hands-on training, and does not require any programming background! Each student will create their own app and leave with the necessary tools to make more complex Android Mobile Apps. Presented in partnership with OASiS Texas & TiE. Participants need to bring their own laptop and charger and are also encouraged to bring an Android device and USB connector if possible. Registration required. Registration opens two weeks prior to each session. Free grades 6-12

 Frisco Music Scene

DESCRIPTION

Checkout the Music Venues in Frisco!

Dodies Live Restaurant

5566 Main Street, Suite 110, 214-618-2334

dodieslive.com

eSpiritu Bar

6142 Frisco Square Boulevard, 214-494-4500

espiritubar.com

The Frisco Bar

8:00pm Wednesday - Karaoke

8:00pm Friday - Sonar Lights

9:00pm Saturday - The Repeat Offenders

4851 Legacy Drive, Suite 504, 972-712-0808

thefriscobar.com

Grover's Grill & Bar

9305 Preston Road, 214-872-3454

groversgrill.com

Irish Rover

8250 Gaylord Parkway, 214-618-6222

therovertx.com

Manny's Tex-Mex Grill

6705 Main Street, 972-377-6765

eatatmannys.com

The Pub in Frisco

Live Music Nightly@ 9:00pm

Monday - Emerald City Live Band Karaoke
Tuesday - Friday Night Lights
Wednesday - Ashmore

Thursday - The Fury
Friday - In10City

Saturday - The Last Dragons Band

3231 Preston Road, Suite 3, 972-668-9702

thepubinfrisco.com

Stan's Main Street

7210 Main Street, 469-287-2961

stansfrisco.com

FC Dallas

When:  September 14, 2014

Where: Toyota Stadium

DESCRIPTION

Don’t miss this exciting event as FC Dallas face Vancouver in the 9200 World Cup Way! For more information, visit fcdallas.com

Cinemark classic series

What: Jerry Lewis as The Nutty Professor

Where: Cinemark Frisco Square

When: September 14, 2014

DESCRIPTION

Watch your favorite classic movies be brought back to life on the big screen as we play classic films for you and your love ones to enjoy! This week’s feature is Jerry Lewis’ “The Nutty Professor.”