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The Largest Zoological Experience in Texas   With 95 developed acres and a large number of interesting species, the Dallas Zoo is the largest zoological experience in Texas and it is about to get even bigger when Giants of the Savanna opens Memorial Day weekend. The African savanna habitat will be home to giraffes, elephants, lions, cheetahs, ostriches, zebra, impala, and many other species. The Dallas Zoo is divided into the Wilds of Africa and ZooNorth. The 25-acre Wilds of Africa features six major African habitats. Take a 20-minute Monorail Safari (in season) to see animals in bush, desert, forest, woodland, river and mountain environments. The Jake L. Hamon Gorilla Conservation Research Center, Kimberly-Clark Chimpanzee Forest, and Crocodile Isle as well as the endangered okapi exhibit along the Nature Trail are especially popular. ZooNorth is home to the Betty Moroney Norsworthy Otter Outpost, Bug U!, the ExxonMobil Endangered Tiger Habitat, Primate Place, the Pierre A. Fontaine Bird & Reptile Building and much more. Have lunch at the Prime Meridian by the Flamingo Pond then visit the Lacerte Family Childrens Zoo. Feed a variety of interesting birds in Travis & Zachs Birds Landing. There are pony rides, a petting zoo, a koi pond and a bubbling stream to cool off the kids. The Nature Exchange offers a special kind of swap shop for natural artifacts. Find an extensive collection of birds in Wings of Wonder, Bird Valley and throughout the park. The Dallas Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Christmas Day. Tickets for those 12-64 are $12; children 3-11 $10, 2 and under and DZS members are free. Parking is $7 or take the DART Red Line to the Zoo entrance. The Dallas Zoo is located at 650 S. R. L. Thornton Frwy. (I-35E at Marsalis) by the giant giraffe statue. For more info, call (214) 670-6826 or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

   There's a reason Medieval Times is the No. 1 dinner attraction in North America: Our unique combination of a medieval banquet and thrilling competition between Knights captures the imaginations of all ages. Two-Hour Tournament Show & Four-Course Feast. Experience the 11th century at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament! (less) ... (more)

Family Water Park   NRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. Entering its sixteenth year of operation, the park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster, the area's largest interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, and a "tween" area featuring a "lagoon" style pool, tech deck, and sand volleyball court. NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O also offers free tubes, free parking, and coolers are welcome at no additional charge. (less) ... (more)

Tower Building in Fair Park, June 23, 2012   BRING YOUR PET to the Dallas Pet Expo and meet Shorty Rossi, star of "Pit Boss" on Animal Planet! This event takes place Saturday, June 23, 2012, from 10AM to 6PM, INDOORS at the Tower Building in Fair Park with FREE admission! You're welcome to BRING YOUR DOG or your bird or even your lizard -- just make sure that you have proof of current age-appropriate immunizations (if applicable) and that your canine companion is on a non-retractable lead. Check out a special appearance by SHORTY ROSSI (and his pit bull, Hercules), star of 'PIT BOSS' on Animal Planet, 100 + PET-FRIENDLY EXHIBITORS and RESCUE GROUPS, see live demonstrations in AGILITY, OBEDIENCE TRAINING, PET CARE & ACTIVISM, great giveaways and PRIZES, amazing DISCOUNTS on your favorite pet products, talent contest and COSTUME CONTEST, fabulous RETAILERS and much more FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! And if you're looking to add a new pet to your family, a MEGA-ADOPTION event sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospitals will have more than 300 pets available for adoption. Plus we will be offering LOW-COST IMMUNIZATIONS and MICROCHIPPING for the furry friends that need them! If you're a pet owner -- or want to be one -- you'll find everything you need under one roof, so that you can PLAY, SHOP, LEARN OR ADOPT in AIR-CONDITIONED COMFORT. For more information, visit us at DallasPetExpo.com or join us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dallaspetexpo), shoot us an email at expo@dallaspetexpo.com or give us a call at 800-977-3609. View our website for directions, vaccination pricing, exhibitor list, entertainment schedules and more. Admission is FREE. See you there! (less) ... (more)

40,000 Square Feet of Indoor Fun!   Alley Cats offers 24 Bowling Lanes with state of the art Sound and Light systems. A Two Story 5,000 square foot Laser Tag Arena. Giant Arcade with ALL the latest video and redemption games. A 25 foot Rock Climbing Wall, Billiards, Full Service Snack Bar, and more. Be sure to ask about our Birthday Party Packages. Alley Cats is open 7 days a week. Check our website for hours of operation. (less) ... (more)

Family, Food, and Fun!   Celebration Stations game room features over one hundred video and redemption games. Our game selection offers something for everyone including air hockey, pool tables, driving games,alley rollers,interactive games,prize cranes and more.

A Special Place for Special Friends   Morgan's Wonderland is located in San Antonio, Texas. It is the World's First Ultra Accessible Family Fun Park. This 25 acre park is specifically designed for children and adults with special needs. In this unique oasis they can enjoy outdoor recreation with family and friends in a fun and safe environment.

Family Water Park   NRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. Entering its sixteenth year of operation, the park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster, the area's largest interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, and a "tween" area featuring a "lagoon" style pool, tech deck, and sand volleyball court. NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O also offers free tubes, free parking, and coolers are welcome at no additional charge. (less) ... (more)

Let the Fun Begin!   Putt-Putt Entertainment is one of the best amusement centers in the metroplex. We have 3 parks in Tarrant County located in W Fort Worth, Hurst, and S. Arlington.Let The Fun Begin! Putt Putt Golf and Games in Hurst has something for everyone. Putt Putt Golf, Batting Cages, Go-Carts, Bumper Boats, Carnival Rides, AND the biggest Arcade around. Be sure to check out our Group Rates and Birthday Party Packages. (less) ... (more)

Dallas' Most Complete Group Picnic Location   Sandy Lake Amusement Park is a traditional park offering "Family Fun at Family Prices." 19 amusement rides, live shetland ponies, miniature train, paddle boats, miniature golf, swimming, arcade along with great food and extensive picnic grounds make the park a big hit for all ages. Sandy Lake park is celebrating 40 years of family owned operation. The park hosts birthday parties, corporate picnics, youth and church outings as well as individual families. A clean, safe and fun variety of entertainment is on hand, conveniently located and all at reasonable prices. (less) ... (more)

Ice Skating   Come enjoy one of the many programs we have to offer at The Ice at Stonebriar. Come skate at one of our daily public sessions or join one of our many Learn to Skate classes. We also provide drop-in hockey sessions and classes in our hockey program. For the non-skaters we offer Broomball which is played in tennis shoes on the ice. We also have several birthday party packages available. (less) ... (more)

Voted The Best Place for Family Entertainment in Lewisville!   Voted "The Best Place in Lewisville for Family Entertainment." Zone Action Park is an indoor/outdoor Family Entertainment Center offering lots of fun for everyone! We have, 2 go kart tracks, 2 miniature golf courses, 8 batting cages, 3 bounce houses, a video arcade and a restaurant. There is never an admission charge. We are open everyday except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. So, bring the whole family and see how much fun you can have! Group rates and Birthday Party Packages available. (less) ... (more)

The Largest Zoological Experience in Texas   With 95 developed acres and a large number of interesting species, the Dallas Zoo is the largest zoological experience in Texas and it is about to get even bigger when Giants of the Savanna opens Memorial Day weekend. The African savanna habitat will be home to giraffes, elephants, lions, cheetahs, ostriches, zebra, impala, and many other species. The Dallas Zoo is divided into the Wilds of Africa and ZooNorth. The 25-acre Wilds of Africa features six major African habitats. Take a 20-minute Monorail Safari (in season) to see animals in bush, desert, forest, woodland, river and mountain environments. The Jake L. Hamon Gorilla Conservation Research Center, Kimberly-Clark Chimpanzee Forest, and Crocodile Isle as well as the endangered okapi exhibit along the Nature Trail are especially popular. ZooNorth is home to the Betty Moroney Norsworthy Otter Outpost, Bug U!, the ExxonMobil Endangered Tiger Habitat, Primate Place, the Pierre A. Fontaine Bird & Reptile Building and much more. Have lunch at the Prime Meridian by the Flamingo Pond then visit the Lacerte Family Childrens Zoo. Feed a variety of interesting birds in Travis & Zachs Birds Landing. There are pony rides, a petting zoo, a koi pond and a bubbling stream to cool off the kids. The Nature Exchange offers a special kind of swap shop for natural artifacts. Find an extensive collection of birds in Wings of Wonder, Bird Valley and throughout the park. The Dallas Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Christmas Day. Tickets for those 12-64 are $12; children 3-11 $10, 2 and under and DZS members are free. Parking is $7 or take the DART Red Line to the Zoo entrance. The Dallas Zoo is located at 650 S. R. L. Thornton Frwy. (I-35E at Marsalis) by the giant giraffe statue. For more info, call (214) 670-6826 or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

   The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Chartered with the State of Texas in 1941 as the "Fort Worth Children's Museum," the new $80 million Museum campus marks the culmination of an extensive multi-year fund-raising campaign following a comprehensive planning effort. Dedicated to life-long learning and anchored by its rich collections, the Museum engages school children and adult visitors through creative, vibrant programs and exhibits interpreting science and the history of Texas and the Southwest. For more than six decades, the FWMSH has provided learning opportunities for tens of thousands of area children annually among its million visitors each year, making it one of the most popular cultural attractions in North Texas. The new Museum building, created by internationally acclaimed architects Legorreta + Legorreta with Gideon Toal, is located in the heart of Fort Worths Cultural District. The world-class, 166,000 square-foot facility features a collection of new, interactive exhibits and programs developed by the Museum's staff and a team of nationally recognized designers in support of the Museum's dedication to informal, discovery-based learning for all. The new Museum's environment of learning comprises state-of-the-art interactive exhibitions and components including: Energy Blast; the Fort Worth Children's Museum; the Cattle Raisers Museum; the Noble Planetarium; Omni IMAX Theater; DinoLabs/DinoDig - featuring the State Dinosaur of Texas, Paluxysaurus jonesi; Innovation Studios/Innovation Gallery; and the 60-year-old Museum School. (less) ... (more)

Exhibits, Imax, Children's Museum and more!   The Museum of Nature & Science is the result of a 2006 merging, unlike any in the nation, of three cultural institutions " the Dallas Museum of Natural History (est. 1936), The Science Place (est. 1946) and the Dallas Childrens Museum (est. 1995). The combination of the Dallas Museum of Natural History and the Science Place was completed in June of 2006. The Childrens Museum combination was completed the following October. These combinations have resulted in an exciting family destination, which is able to better serve the community and steward its investment in the institution. The Museums mission is to inspire minds through nature and science! (less) ... (more)

Explore, Discover, Imagine and Create   The Northeast Texas Children's Museum provides hands-on, minds-on opportunities for children to engage in a variety of activities. Families can explore the ain Forest, climb inside our airplane, serve up pizza, play in the Dino Dig, explore the Veterinary Clinic, and see the model trains run. Birthday parties are held in the Party Room by reservation only. (less) ... (more)

Innovative learning adventure!   For over 45 years, offering a loving, nurturing environment for infants and preschool and academic acceleration for grades K-6.

Quality, Professional Dance Instruction For All Ages   Ballet Academy of Texas offers all forms of dance including Musical Theatre classes in their schedule. Also summer workshops in dance and Musical Theatre

Child Care and Early Education   At Bright Horizons Family Centers, we recognize young children learn best through active interaction, physically & socially. Because the first three years are critical for brain and language development, our program for learning is focused on experientially-rich, developmentally-appropriate environments that respond to the creativity of children and teachers. Learning centers, embedded into our curriculum, result in experiences that encompass all the skills necessary for optimum development and success in school. Bright Horizons is proud to offer Bright Horizons University to all their teachers. BHU is a CEU credit-granting university that includes online and offline interactive courses, reinforcing our commitment to ongoing training and development for our teachers. (less) ... (more)

The difference is dramatic!   Enthusiastic students who learn to speak out clearly and relate confidently with others will have an inside track to lifetime success. Drama Kids develops all kids. We're a place where all children, from the shy to the outgoing can develop at their own pace, with plenty of positive encouragement. Our specialty is using a wide range of unique drama activities to focus the bold, outspoken child and to draw out the quiet child or the inarticulate child and help them reach into themselves to discover their full potential. Drama Kids International uses our famous copyrighted original curriculum in each class. Lessons are carefully planned so that students can enroll at any time and will never repeat a lesson regardless of when they enroll. Classes are fast-paced and fun covering a variety of speech, movement and drama activities each week. Drama Kids provides a great foundation for success in school and in every day life! Become a Drama Kid today! (less) ... (more)

The difference is dramatic!   Drama Kids is the worldwide leader in children's drama! In our classes and camps, students work together on structured improvisations, speech exercises, creative movement activities, mini-scripts, theater games and more! We provide a fun and fast-paced environment that teaches valuable academic and social skills, such as team work, leadership and public speaking. (less) ... (more)

After School Rock Climbing Classes!   Kids club is the first stepping stone for kids who want to get better at rock climbing, or someday want to participate in the junior competition climbing series. This once a week after school class provides a safe and fun environment for the avid young rock climber. Here, kids will learn valuable climbing lessons such as, belaying and basic climbing technique. (less) ... (more)

Learn the Art of Physical Chess   School for Olympic sport fencing providing group instruction and private lessons for youth (6 and older) and adults. We provide our beginner students all the equipment necessary to participate for the first 3 months. We have a FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS every Friday evening from 7-8 PM. We also do birthday parties, bachelor parties, and other special events! (less) ... (more)

   Girl Scouts is a "girl-led" organization where girls develop their leadership potential through activities that enable them to discover their values, skills, and the world around them; connect with others in a multicultural environment; and take action to make a difference in the world. Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas serves over 35,000 girls and 16,000 adults in 32 northeast Texas counties. For information on how to join, volunteer or donate to the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas call us or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

We are the global leader in early childhood development.   Gymboree Play & Music is the global leader in classes for kids; we have been fostering creativity and confidence in children 0-5 for over 30 years. We offer developmental Play & Learn, Music, Art, Family, School Skills, and Sports classes. Gymboree programs are specially designed to help young children learn and develop as they play. Recognized for a unique approach to parent involvement, our classes encourage participation in and understanding of each child's development. Our program directors have developed class curriculum to ensure our programs provide the best support and early enrichment education to children and their parents. We also offer private, personalized Birthday Parties featuring your child's favorite theme! (less) ... (more)

Before and After School Program   The KinderCare Difference is our commitment to your child's future. With our experienced staff and innovative programs unlike any other, we provide your child with an unsurpassed learning experience. Your child will discover that learning is fun, while making new friends and building strong relationships with teachers who partner with you in your child's education. (less) ... (more)

Karate and Tae Kwon Do training focused on Self Defense   Respect | Discipline | Integrity | Confidence Leadership | Self-Defense | Focus Martial Arts teaches kids and adults * To be more physically active! * To develop more confidence, discipline and respect! * To be better able to focus on academics! * To learn leadership skills! * Lessons in self-defense to avoid bullies and predators! Unlimited lessons & no contracts Pay month-to-month and come to as many classes as you want. Flexible schedule If your schedule changes, you are free to change the days of the week you attend. Plus, we have simple month-to-month terms. No long term contracts! (less) ... (more)

Portraits, Murals, and More!   Studio J offers budding artists a comfortable, fun environment where they are exposed to all types of artistic methods. Owner Julie McKee-Shults is a certified art instructor with over 15 years working as a freelance artist. She holds a BFA degree as well as a current teaching certificate. She also paints custom murals and portraits! See our website for info! (less) ... (more)

Innovative learning adventure!   For over 45 years, offering a loving, nurturing environment for infants and preschool and academic acceleration for grades K-6.

   Young Chefs Academy is an enrichment program that teaches students the joy of cooking in a kid-friendly, safe environment. Our mission is to provide a positive atmosphere where students feel welcomed and encouraged. We believe this lifelong skill promotes creativity and self-confidence. We hope you can "cook up some fun" with us real soon! (less) ... (more)

Swim and Wellness Center   Aqua~Fit is a warm, salt water aquatic center delivering the highest quality of swimming lessons. We have over 100 years of experience teaching children from infants to adults-from the skillful to the fearful. Aqua~Fit is committed to teaching life-skills and where Safety always come first. All year round classes. Great adults programs to include Water Aerobics, Swim To Be Fit, Aquatic Therapy, Personal Training and Yoga. (less) ... (more)

The Original Social Video Game Party   The Original Social Video Game Party The GameTruck is a mobile video game trailer brought to your doorstep. Gamers of all ages can enjoy the most popular multiplayer video games in climate controlled comfort. Sit back and relax with up to 16 friends and enjoy a custom trailer that features four 50 inch HDTV's, multiple game consoles (Xbox 360, Ps3 and Wii) and all equipment required to throw the ultimate video game party. Every GameTruck party is managed by a Game Coach who makes sure all are involved and having a great time. This self-contained and self-powered trailer is everything you need to throw your son or daughter (or yourself) a party that they and their friends won't forget. (less) ... (more)

Let's Get Creative!   Kelly Kits are all inclusive art curriculum kits designed for children 18 months to 10 yrs old. They are art-play experiences in painting, drawing, sculpting, print-making, and collage. Kelly Kits strengthen fine motor skills, develop pre-writing skills, focus on the experience - not the "result", develop language, color recognition, math concepts, provide a unique bonding experience for caregiver and child, build confidence and self-esteem, encourage creative "color-outside-of-the-lines" thinking, cause & effect logic, and educate parents about how children learn through explorative play with an emphasis that there is no "right way" to do something. "Make yours like mine" is highly discouraged. Most of all Kelly Kits are fun! Kelly Kits encourage art play using a wide variety of creative tools & materials beyond what coloring books can offer. The Original Kelly Kit comes complete with one set of five unique activities that cover the five art disciplines: painting, drawing, sculpting, printmaking, & collage. Each kit contains all of the tools & materials needed for the activities, the user just needs access to a kitchen! To increase functionality for homeschooling parents, each activity includes an instruction card with an enrichment idea to adapt the art activity to a school lesson. Kelly Kits are designed to encourage creativity & teach! (less) ... (more)

Full Service, Year-Round Guide Company   Vail Valley's only full service, year-round outdoor adventure company. Offering whitewater rafting, Jeep Tours, ATV tours and rentals, mountain bike tours, guided fishing trips, and hiking tours in the summer, Nova Guides has over 25 years of guiding experience. When the snow falls, be sure to check out a guided snowmobile tour, unguided rental, or a scenic snowcat tour on the largest commercial snowmobile trail system in the area. Providing complimentary transportation from your hotel in Vail or Beaver Creek, Nova Guides is sure to provide a memorable experience and a true taste of the Colorado backcountry. If you're looking for a weekend getaway, look into the Pando Cabins operated by Nova Guides. Only 15 miles from Vail or Beaver Creek, they're isolated enough to get away but have all of the luxuries so you're not exactly roughing it. (less) ... (more)

One of Colorado's Finest Ski and Snowboard Rental Shops   Discount Lift Tickets to Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone and more. Quality Ski/Board rentals at value prices. We regularly tune our rental fleet with the Montana Crystal Glide Tuning System...the difference is INCREDIBLE. Many of our customers say that our equipment is the "Best skis/board they have ever had". (less) ... (more)

Ice Skating   Come enjoy one of the many programs we have to offer at The Ice at Stonebriar. Come skate at one of our daily public sessions or join one of our many Learn to Skate classes. We also provide drop-in hockey sessions and classes in our hockey program. For the non-skaters we offer Broomball which is played in tennis shoes on the ice. We also have several birthday party packages available. (less) ... (more)

   Your family's very own Lake House on Possum Kingdom Lake! For more than five decades YMCA Camp Grady Spruce has been known for its use as a camping facility for the YMCA Adventure Guides program and family camp weekend fun. In addition to our professional staff and fine facilities, YMCA Camp Grady Spruce can provide custom camping or conference opportunities for Church Retreats, Family Campouts , Corporate Retreats, Reunions, Youth Groups and Specialty Groups. (less) ... (more)