KidsOutAndAbout Weekly Newsletter
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Fri, Nov 28: Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant at Dallas Zoo
Sun, Dec 21: Winter SOLE-stice Hike at Ray Roberts Lake State Park Johnson Branch - Texas Parks and Wildlife
Sat, Dec 27: Kwanzaa Celebration at Martin Luther King Jr Recreation Center - Denton, TX
Wed, Dec 31: Noon Year's Eve Party - Bedford Public Library at Bedford Public Library
Wed, Dec 31: Noon Year's Eve - Cozby Library and Community Commons at Cozby Library and Community Commons
Sun, Jan 11: STOMP Presented by the Coppell Arts Center at Coppell Arts Center
Sun, Jan 11: Family Festival / Fiesta de la Familia at Kimbell Art Museum
Sat, Jan 17: Dallas Area Train Show at North Texas Council of Railroad Clubs
Sat, Jan 24: Gazillion Bubble Show! Presented by the Coppell Arts Center at Coppell Arts Center
Sat, Jan 31: Little Sweetheart Dance at Plano Event Cente |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
It's often said that parenting is a "thankless" job. In one sense, that's undeniably true, because it will likely be many years before the young humans you're raising—the ones who actually have a stake in the outcome of the excellent job you're doing—are in a position to thank you. So you don't hear that phrase often during the first couple of decades of parenthood.
My fervent wish
for the future is to live in a world filled with engaged, culturally literate, productive, happy people. This means that what I said above isn't precisely accurate: It's not only your kids who have a stake in your parenting success, we ALL do, because the path to that future starts NOW for the young people in your orbit. So I'm grateful that you care about getting them "out and about" to the wide variety of experiences available in your community: It will make all
the difference.
Our job here at KidsOutAndAbout.com is to help you do that as easily as possible. In 2001, I created the original version of this web platform that now connects 15 million people each year with their area's activities and resources. My team gets to see it all up-close and personal as local businesses post to KidsOutAndAbout through their free listings, and then we get to turn around and shout about them to y'all, bringing your community closer to you.
So I want to
step in for the rest of the world that's not (yet) thanking you, and say it to you today: Thank you so much for what you're doing. Raising kids is hard in any era, but no one could have anticipated all the roadblocks that a pandemic would toss onto our path.
As anyone who knows me knows, I'm endlessly looking for reasons to celebrate. So today, I'm celebrating YOU with my digital megaphone and pom-poms. You're doing a great job. Future Deb sends her thanks,
too.
—Debra Ross, publisher
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Just a minute of your time could make a big impact. KidsOutAndAbout.com is conducting a short survey to better understand how families are navigating the fast-changing world of AI. We're asking all parents, grandparents, and caregivers-whether you're
tech-savvy or not-to weigh in.
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The private schools and charter schools in the Mid-Cities cater to every educational need and parent philosophy. This is KidsOutAndAbout's education highlight page, containing specially featured schools and also our master list of local schools.
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Private Schools in and around the Mid-Cities: Try it before you buy it... and even before you visit! This is KidsOutAndAbout.com's video sneak peek into local private school experiences. If your school should have a video on this page, please send a link to the school's video on YouTube or Vimeo to ross@kidsoutandabout.com.
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Celebrate the magic of the holidays at the Dallas Zoo — where it’s merry, wild, and bright! Wander through a glowing wonderland filled with dazzling lights, larger-than-life themed areas, and festive surprises around every corner.
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Join us this Thanksgiving weekend to see Chamberlain Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker, featuring Principal Guest Artists Chloe Misseldine from American Ballet Theatre as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Tyler Angle, from New York City Ballet’s as her Cavalier. The production will also feature Guest Artists from Bruce Wood Dance Dallas. Gather your loved ones and experience the beauty, excitement, and magic of The Nutcracker with Chamberlain Ballet!
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Join us on Saturday and Sunday, November 29th and 30th 2025 from 9am-4pm Sat. & 10am-4pm Sun. for the 5th Annual Christmas In Grapevine Craft Show! There will be 90+ vendors, Christmas music, 1000s of unique gift items, delicious holiday treats, FREE drawings and PRIZES!
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Tis the season to be in Grapevine, the Christmas Capital of Texas®! Bring the family and friends to experience Peace Plaza Ice Rink presented by Baylor Scott & White, located at Grapevine Main Station. Get ready to glide across the ice on this Texas-sized 4,500-square-foot outdoor ice-skating rink on Historic Main Street under the Texas sky and Grapevine’s 60-foot Christmas Tree!
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Miracle On134th Street was derived from the desire to take our children to a place where they could share the wonder and awe that we experienced as children during the Christmas season . A magical and larger than life feeling that they will cherish and hold dear all the days of their lives. We believe this is a place for all ages because at Christmas there is a child in all of us. A beautiful place to spend an evening with those you love.
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Get ready to jingle all the way with The Merry Band of Christmas! Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a heartwarming, toe-tapping night of festive tunes! The Merry Band of Christmas will be LIVE on The Grandscape Stage & Lawn on Saturday, November 29 from 7:00-9:00pm. This show is FREE to the public. Enjoy the concert from our vast lawn by bringing a blanket or lawn chair!
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Work off that Thanksgiving feast with your four-legged friend or meet a new one! Bring your friendly dog along for a 1-mile walk along the shore of Joe Poole Lake. Interested in a Rescue? Tri-City Animal Shelter will be bringing some pups in need of a home for you to meet and walk!
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Gobble up the Fun! Open everyday Thanksgiving week — except Thanksgiving Day! PEPPA PIG Theme Park in Dallas/Fort Worth is an oinktastic destination for families. This standalone park, inspired by the beloved Peppa Pig television series, features six rides, six themed playscapes, and more. Little ones can embark on thrilling adventures, like Daddy Pig’s Roller Coaster or Grampy Rabbit’s Dinosaur Adventure, making this the perfect first theme park experience.
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Experience the amazing diversity in wetland vegetation and wildlife while learning about the history and basics of wetland ecology. After a safety and canoeing introduction, spend about 40 minutes on a guided trail around the Heard wetlands, followed by free paddle time to explore on your own.
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Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. ICE! features beloved scenes from Elf™ brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures. Whether you're staying overnight or visiting for the day, it's the ultimate way to create lasting holiday memories together! ICE! is presented by PEPSI® and Lexus.
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Dallas’ most magical Christmas experience returns this holiday season, completely reimagined with a brand-new trail, fresh story moments, and dazzling surprises waiting around every turn.
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The Mid-Cities area offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in
festive activities.
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- Free mini photo session with Shoott! - Dallas - Fort Worth - Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, November 28-30, 2025, see link for times
- Santa Experience - Hillside Village Shopping Center, Farm to Market Road 1382, Cedar Hill, TX, USA, November 28-30, 2025, 11:00 PM
- Christmas in the
Square - 8874 Coleman Blvd, Frisco Square, Frisco, TX 75034, United States, November 28-30, 2025, 6-10 PM
- Grand Prairie Farmers Market - 120 W. Main St., Grand Prairie, TX 75050, November 29, 2025, 8 AM - 1 PM
- SaturYAY - Kaleidoscope Park - 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034, November 29, 2025, 10 AM - 4 PM
- Santa at the Station - Dallas Firefighters Museum, 3801 Parry Ave, Dallas, TX 75226, November 29, 2025, 10:00 AM
- Thanksgiving Mindful Birding - Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, Farm to Market Road 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104, November
29, 2025, 11 AM
- Merry Band of Christmas - Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056,
November 29, 2025, 7-9 PM
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Mid-Cities area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's Top 20 Places to Take Kids in the Mid-Cities Area, as voted by thousands of parents! Our Top 20 results page includes a list of your top picks, including winners in special categories like Top Arts Educator, Top Sports Educator, and Top STEM
Educator!
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Here's to seizing opportunities to learn wherever they appear!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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