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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: One day last week, I was driving home around 7 pm when I glanced out the passenger's window and saw a stunning rainbow stretched fully across the sky, glowing in front of dark gray storm clouds that were rushing away to the east. I was approaching a stop light. Left was the way home, where various chores awaited... but right was the way to the rainbow. My husband was driving
behind me, and I knew that if I turned right, he was going to think I had lost my mind. For a split second, practicality made its case: Don’t be silly; go home, you have stuff to do. But then another question darted into my mind: Am I a person who chases rainbows, or am I not? Once I framed it that way, the answer was easy. For kids and grownups alike, this can actually be a helpful way to make all kinds of decisions. When the moment
comes to act, it helps to ask not just What do I feel like doing? but Who am I? Am I a person who tells the truth? Am I a person who helps? Am I a person who persists when times are hard? Am I a person who stops to notice the beautiful things around me? We build identity one choice at a time for our entire lives. The clearer we are about who we want to be, the easier it becomes to know what to do in the moment, to give ourselves evidence that we are, in fact, that sort of
person. I hope the kids in your world grow up thinking of themselves as people who seek what is bright and good and full of wonder. It’s our job to show them that delight is often worth the detour.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments
to Build Strong Communities
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This summer, kids can shine on stage with North Texas Performing Arts’ performing arts camps for grades K–8! Offered in Plano, Fairview, Frisco, Dallas, and Southlake, NTPA camps immerse students in acting, movement, improvisation, theatre games, choreography, and hands-on visual art. Each age-appropriate session builds creativity, confidence, and collaboration while encouraging kids to explore characters and storytelling in a fun, supportive environment. Adaptive camps are available through NTPA Deaf Theatre and NTPA Starcatchers for Deaf students and students with disabilities, ensuring every child has a place to belong. All programs are guided by NTPA’s Ten Characters leadership values. New students receive 40% off their first camp. Link: www.ntpa.org/camps
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As spring turns into summer, many families begin planning travel, activities, and time together—but increasingly, there’s a shift happening in how they prepare. Instead of pushing through fatigue or relying on temporary fixes, more parents are choosing to prioritize their health first. At Lindora Preston Forest, families are taking a proactive approach—starting with metabolic insights and personalized wellness plans designed to support energy, metabolism, and overall well-being. For many, it’s about showing up fully—not just for themselves, but for their children as well. When energy improves and the body feels supported, everything from daily routines to family time becomes more enjoyable—and far more sustainable.
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Birthdays at Main Event Entertainment is where epic fun meets unforgettable memories! Bowl, eat and play your way through an experience packed with excitement. Enjoy bowling, laser tag, gravity ropes, and hundreds of arcade games all under one roof. Your party guests will have a blast while our team takes care of every detail-from setup to cleanup-so you can sit back and join the fun. Choose from party packages that include delicious food, game cards, and even customizable add-ons like pizza, wings, and sweet treats. Whether it’s a birthday bash, team celebration, or just a day to play, Main Event is your go-to destination for FUN! Click here for packages and prices: https://www.mainevent.com/birthdays/
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Studio B Performing Arts is a non-profit community theatre in Highland Village, providing live theater, classes, and workshops since 1999. We have two summer camps available! Camp 1(Lion King, Kids) is for ages 8-16 and runs June 9th - 26th with 3 performances June 26th - 28th. Camp 2 (Jungle Book, Kids) is for ages 5-11 and runs July 6th - 24th with 3 performances July 24th - 26th. Check out www.studiobtheater.com for all the details! Use code: ITSSUMMERTIME26 to get 15% off registration until Apr 30th. Get dramatic with us this summer!
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Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies transforms the Dallas Arboretum into an immersive, open-air gallery. Throughout the garden, Slonem’s monumental sculptures emerge among the blooms, reimagining familiar pathways as moments of color, reflection, and movement. Included with garden admission or membership.
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Catch a flick on the big screen in the PGA District! Friday movies will begin at 7:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn blanket to sit on. PGA District restaurants will be open to serve your favorite foods before and after each show; concession beverages will also be available for purchase from our roaming beverage carts. As a reminder, outside food and drinks are not permitted, nor are lawn chairs. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times.
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Let it pour—on the creativity! Join us for an umbrella craft party full of colorful crafts and rainy-day fun.
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Join us at Adventure Kids Playcare for an exhilarating Kids Night Out! Designed for ages 3-12, it's a playground paradise from 6pm to midnight. Each week brings a fresh theme, promising endless excitement and imagination for your little adventurers. Drop them off for a night of supervised fun while you enjoy some well-deserved downtime. It's the perfect blend of play, creativity, and socialization in a safe environment.
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The Arbor Day Celebration, returns for it's 4th year! Celebrating The Colony's 18th year as an official Tree City, this event will feature a Vehicle Discovery Zone, Butterfly Release, business vendors, crafts, food and fun. Bring the entire family to this all ages outdoor celebration!
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ColorPalooza is designed to showcase the rich cultural, artistic, and eco-friendly spirit of Lewisville. Attendees will experience a day of creativity, education, and interactive art activities. Admission and most activities are free, unless otherwise noted
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Get ready for Bug Fest, where the creepy crawlies of nature take center stage! From live insect exhibits and bug-themed vendors to delicious snacks and hands-on learning, this event is crawling with fun for all ages.
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Grab your friends, your family, and your dancing shoes because Allen 150 Fest is THE celebration you don’t want to miss! On Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., Downtown Allen transforms into one big birthday bash for our city. It’s free, it’s festive, and it’s all about celebrating 150 amazing years of Allen!
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Please join us this April as we celebrate our planet, our neighbors, our community. There will be entertainment, vendors, plants for sale, city groups offering an abundance of information, food trucks, and so much more. The event is free, but please bring shopping and lunch money, in case you get hungry or see something you would like to purchase from a vendor. Some of the neighborhoods and community groups sell plants as fundraisers. Above all, it’s just a good day to get out and enjoy nature.
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Stop by the Sensory Cart in the galleries to explore art through the multiple senses. Visitors are invited to touch different textures, smell distinctive scents, and listen to sounds that bring a featured work of art to life. The cart will feature a new work of art every other month.
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The Southwest Black Art Show, located in the heart of Dallas, was designed to provide a high-quality experience for artists, collectors, galleries, educators, art professionals, and anyone interested in black fine art. The Southwest Black Art Show will also present a series of workshops for those interested in becoming collectors who may not know what to look for when viewing a work of art. The Show will feature presentations by seasoned artists, scholars, and gallery owners. In addition, there will be hands-on activities for families and children throughout the weekend.
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Feel the rush of the game as you test your reflexes, measure your kicking power, and explore the brain-body connection that drives top performance. Packed with interactive challenges, real-world science, and behind-the-scenes innovations, this experience shows how curiosity, creativity, and teamwork make the world’s favorite game possible. With FIFA World Cup 2026™ bringing global attention to North Texas, Soccer: More Than a Game celebrates soccer’s power to connect cultures, inspire innovation, and unite communities around the world.
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- Lewisville Colorpalooza - Old Town Lewisville, West Main Street, Lewisville, TX, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10 am - 5 pm
- 2026 South West Black Art Show - African American Museum of Dallas, 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210, Saturday, April 25 - Sunday, April 26, 2026, 11 am- 5 pm
- Arbor Day
- Hawaiian Waters, Paige Road, The Colony, TX, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10 am- 1 pm
- Bug Day at PGA Frisco - PGA District, PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 12-8:30 pm
- Allen 150 Fest - Downtown Allen, TX, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 3 pm - 9 pm
- Oak Cliff Earth Day - Lake Cliff Park, East Colorado Boulevard, Dallas, TX, Sunday,
April 26, 2026, 12-5 pm
- Open Studio - Meadows Museum, 5900 Bishop Blvd, Dallas, TX 75205, Sunday, April 26, 2026, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- City
Nature Challenge - Frisco, TX, Friday, April 24 - Sunday, April 26, 2026, all day
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Dallas area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more. Our
guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Dallas area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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