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SUMMARY:Oak Cliff Cultural Center presents Zora Neale Hurston Festival Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, January 11\, 2025\, from 12:00-8:00 PM at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center for the Zora Neale Hurston Festival Dallas with book and merch\, art\, workshops\, storytelling\, live music performance\, and more. \nExhibition selected works from Bitter Waters Sweet by Letitia Huckaby\, up through February 8\, 2025-Letitia Huckaby has a degree in Journalism from the University of Oklahoma\, a BFA from the Art Institute of Boston in photography and her Master’s degree in Fine Arts with an emphasis in Photography from the University of North Texas in Denton. Huckaby has exhibited as an emerging artist in State of the Art at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art\, Phillips New York\, the Tyler Museum of Art\, The Studio School of Harlem\, Renaissance Fine Art in Harlem curated by Deborah Willis\, PhD\, The McNay Museum of Art in San Antonio\, the Camden Palace Hotel in Cork City\, Ireland\, and the Musée National Du Mali. Her work is included in several prestigious collections; the Library of Congress\, the McNay Art Museum\, the Huntington Library\, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens\, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History\, Maison Africaine de la Photographie in Bamako\, Mali\, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art\, and the Samella Lewis Contemporary Art Collection at Scripps College in Claremont\, California. Huckaby was a featured artist in the travelling exhibition Emancipation: The Unfinished Project of Liberation which premiered at the Amon Carter Museum and has since travelled to the Newcomb Museum of Art in New Orleans. Ms. Huckaby was a Fall 2020 Art Pace Artist in Residence and is represented by the Talley Dunn Gallery in Dallas. Ms. Huckaby is the Co-Founder of Kinfolk House\, a collaborative project space that inhabits a 100-year-old historic home\, where community and art converge in the predominantly Black and Latina/e/o neighborhood of Polytechnic in Fort Worth\, Texas\, she was named the Texas Artist of the Year for 2022 and is currently part of a major traveling exhibition entitled “Emancipation: The Unfinished Project of Liberation.” \n12:00 PM – Donya Craddock of the Dock Book Shop and Trelani Michelle of Krak Teet in conversation via Instagram Live –Donya Craddock alongside her sister Donna Craddock\, is the co-owner of The Dock Bookshop\, which opened in 2008 and is one the largest African American owned full-service bookstore in Texas.  She is leader of various reading and community groups. Donya is a member of the American Booksellers Association Advisory Board and is a committee member for Reading of the West. She is a Certified Professional Bookseller in Event Management through Professional Booksellers School. Donya is also in Mortgage Banking and Real Estate. She received her BA in Economics and History from Iowa State University and Master of Business Administration. Donya is a member of Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She is from Omaha\, NE and lives in Fort Worth\, TX for over 27 years. Donya is the proud mother of Donovan Craddock. \nTrelani Michelle is a Louisiana and Savannah native with over 12 years of experience as a Multidisciplinary Southern Storyteller\, Afrofuturist Anthropologist\, and community organizer. She is the founder of Krak Teet\, an organization that explores how #WeAllCousins by curating spaces for folk to tell their personal and community stories via interviews\, panels\, immersive workshops\, and social media. Her research interests include womanism\, traditional plant medicine\, Black migrations\, and African-rooted cultural expressions in the Americas\, including language\, foodways\, music\, art\, and spiritual practices. She is the author of Krak Teet\, a catalog of Black Savannah’s biographies\, and co-author of the New York Times bestselling Gullah Geechee Homecooking. You can learn more about her work at TrelaniMichelle.com \n12:30 PM – Akwete Tyehimba\, Pan-African Connection Zora Neale Hurston presentation \n2:00 PM – Adinkra Printmaking Workshop with Ashley Jordan – Delve into the vibrant tradition of Adinkra symbols by handcrafting your very own custom stamp. Then\, let your creativity flourish as you use it to adorn a unique canvas tote bag\, the perfect accessory for carrying your market essentials. You can also utilize your custom stamp to design a canvas tote bag\, adding a touch of individuality to your look. This immersive activity not only honors a rich cultural heritage but also empowers you to create meaningful and practical items \n5:00 PM – Host B. Randall and Friends: Lyrique Jaye\, Mz Jolie\, Brenden Lewis\, and Mz Viki Poetry Event–B. Randall is the dynamic host of Poetry Smash and Poets N Jazz at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters\, renowned for her role as host/producer of the acclaimed “In The Words Of A Sistah\,” the longest-running all-female cast poetry show. With a passion for inspiring others\, she launched her first touring show\, “Poetry Is My Praise\,” in 2012\, captivating audiences with her inspirational and spiritual poetry. Committed to social impact\, Randall was commissioned to pen a poignant poem commemorating the 50th Anniversary of desegregation by the Multicultural Alumni Association of Texas A&M –Commerce. Her recorded works have graced prestigious platforms like the 500X Gallery. As co-writer\, producer\, and director of A Poets Tribute to Nina\, she continues to push artistic boundaries. Invited to speak at the National Day of Prayer Luncheon and the Texas State Capitol. Randall is a respected voice of empowerment and community engagement. Randall latest projects is Poet’s Prom a celebration of Poets in the DFW.  Her dedication extends beyond the stage as she serves as a mentor to emerging artists\, and consulting artist leaving a lasting legacy of inspiration and creativity. \nLyrique Jaye is a passionate spoken word artist who has been captivating audiences since 2018. With a focus on themes of empowerment and freedom\, she brings to life the stories of those who often go unheard. Lyrique Jaye has graced both national and local stages\, sharing powerful performances that resonate deeply with listeners. As an advocate for social change\, she collaborates with fellow activists in the community\, using the art of spoken word to inspire and uplift others. Through her writing\, she continues to amplify voices and spark conversations that matter. \nMz Jolie is a National poet and the She. E. O. of Jolieizm LLC. She puts on workshops for free teaching poetry to our youth once a month. She is the curator of Express Yaself Open Mic! You can find her in the upcoming play The Fifty Cent Jewelry Line! You can catch her on an open mic near you. Just check out her website at http://www.JolieizmLLC.com for jewelry\, apparel\, and updates to shows. Mz Jolie is an author. You can find her published periodical on Amazon. You will enjoy her talent whether she recites poetry or sings. She is here today to wow us again. \nBrenden Lewis\, aka “Unspoken Being”\, from Lancaster\, Texas\, is an artist known for his blend of jazz\, storytelling\, and thought-provoking lyrics. His theatrical performances invite audiences on a shared journey of sincerity and vulnerability. As a writer\, his work appears in the anthology ‘Lifted Voices.’ He has performed for organizations like the National Domestic Violence Association and Dallas College.\nIn 2024\, Brenden served as a Mental Health Panelist for youth and was a Writers Garret Contestant. He is a member of ‘Alternate Roots’ and a recognized painter. Active in the Arlington Downtown Arts District\, he collaborates with F6 Art Lounge and local talent\, curating community events. Currently\, he’s working on a book and short film expected to become bestsellers. \nMz Viki\, a proud native Texan residing in Dallas\, has made her mark in the poetry and arts scene. She has co-hosted The Black Academy of Arts and Letters’ Poets & Jazz series for seasons 42\, 43\, and 47. Her powerful voice was featured at Dallas City Hall’s “Bring Back Our Girls” event. Mz Viki was a regular poet at The Balcony Club\, participating in Liz Mikel’s Artist Showcase and Verb Kulture’s Beat Street at the Free Man in Deep Ellum. She has also graced the stage of The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL)\, performing alongside songwriter CoCo Brown and actress Irma P. Hall in “In the Words Of A Sistah on Stage.” In addition to her stage performances\, she has been featured in multiple events produced by Mike Guinn Entertainment\, including a poet’s segment at T.D. Jakes’ Mega-Fest and the Creative Tyme Ministry at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Church. Mz Viki is also an accomplished author\, with a novel titled “At the Well\,” two poetry CDs\, and two poetry books: “Black Poems Matter” and the newly released “Thus Said.” \n7:00 PM – Kamica King Live – U.S Dept. of State Cultural Ambassador and Texas Commission on the Arts State Touring Roster artist Kamica King is a gifted musical storyteller and a multitalented creative whose performances and appearances include The Kennedy Center’s Arts Across America series\, Carnegie Hall\, the US Open\, abroad in South Africa\, and TEDx with her talk entitled the “Power of Song”. A university-level educator\, Kamica holds a Masters in Music/Music Therapy (Texas Women’s University)\, Music Therapy Degree Equivalency (Southern Methodist University)\, and a BA in Music- Voice (Western Connecticut State University)\, where she minored in psych\, and broadcast communication for radio\, also serving as a radio show host and producer. She is author of “Building Rapport Across Cultures: Musical and Non-musical Techniques”\, a chapter published in “Music Therapy in a Multicultural Context: A Handbook for Music Therapy Students and Professionals” co-edited by Melita Belgrave & Seung-A Kim (Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2020).
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/zora-neale-hurston-festival-dallas/
LOCATION:Oak Cliff Cultural Center\, 223 W. Jefferson Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,community event,Exhibit,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Oak Cliff Cultural Center presents "Write to Me"
DESCRIPTION:The Oak Cliff Cultural Center is honored to present WRITE TO ME a group exhibition curated by artist Carlos Donjuan. An opening reception will be held from 6 – 8 pm on Saturday\, December 14 at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center. \nWrite To Me features work from artists incorporating text in their work. As individuals\, they are graffiti artists\, sign painters\, tattoo artists\, graphic designers\, and fine artists. While their materials and process differ\, their exploration of various letterforms\, whether as a dominant element or as creative texture\, generates a conversation and unites the work in the exhibition.  Curator Carlos Donjuan explains\, “Imagery can be very powerful in art\, but text can really drive a message across on many different levels when combined with visuals.” \nArtists included in the exhibition are Arturo Donjuan\, Bobby Cerda\, Agustin Chavez\, Emily Donjuan\, Isaias Torres\, Ricardo Oviedo\, Karla Guardado\, Lita Cruz\, Miguel Donjuan\, Sophia de la Rosa\, Danielle Prado\, Haze Soto\, Hector Carmolinga\, Brennen Bechtol\, and Hallee Turner.
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/oak-cliff-cultural-center-presents-write-to-me/
LOCATION:Oak Cliff Cultural Center\, 223 W. Jefferson Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,community event,Exhibit,Free Event
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SUMMARY:A Festival of Lights
DESCRIPTION:A Festival of Lights | December 13 – March 23 | Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park \nStep into a world of enchantment at A Festival of Lights at Texas Discovery Gardens from December 13 – March 23! Explore over 40 stunning lantern displays\, acrobatic performances\, artisan vendors\, and delicious food. With over 1\,000\,000 LED lights and endless photo opportunities\, this enchanting event is one you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets NOW for a magical experience!
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/a-festival-of-lights/
LOCATION:Texas Discovery Gardens\, 3601 Martin Luther King Junior Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community event,community event,Exhibit,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T210000
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SUMMARY:Dallas Zoo Lights
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the Once Upon a Wild Light and embark on a dazzling adventure where the wild glows and magic follows. This holiday season\, bring your wildest dreams to life as you journey through the mesmerizing\, themed areas and dazzling lights decorating the Dallas Zoo. Stroll through our larger-than-life\, magical experience where wild things glow. \nBuy your tickets in advance!  \n \n5:30 – 9 p.m. | Through January 4 \nDallas Zoo | 650 S. R. L. Thornton Freeway |Dallas\, TX  75203 \nent
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/dallas-zoo-lights/
LOCATION:Dallas Zoo\, 650 S. R. L. Thornton Freeway\, Dallas\, TX\, 75203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Evening,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Museum Has Its Grand Re-Opening
DESCRIPTION:Visit Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Museum for their grand re-opening on Saturday\, March 25\, with a ribbon cutting and guided tour\, lasting to Sunday. To learn more\, click below: \nThe Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Museum
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/kathlyn-joy-gilliam-museum-has-its-grand-re-opinion/
LOCATION:Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Museum\, 3817 Wendelkin Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,community event,Exhibit,Museum
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SUMMARY:Second Thursdays at the Carter: Inspiration & Identity
DESCRIPTION:Join Amon Carter Museum every second Thursday to connect with art through cocktails\, conversations\, and creativity. This month\, gain insight into the Stephanie Syjuco: Double Vision installation and learn from local experts about Indigenous representation in art.\n  \nSchedule\n5–8 p.m.\nEnjoy drinks in the Atrium. Carter members get one complimentary drink! Lite bites are available for purchase at the Carter’s Food Cart. \nJoin us in The Lounge to create your own work of art inspired by Stephanie Syjuco: Double Vision and the Carter’s collection. Supplies are limited to the first 200 people. \n6–7 p.m.\nTalk to local experts throughout the Museum and learn about the works referenced in Double Vision from their perspective. \n\nDr. Frederick Gooding Jr.\, Associate History and inaugural holder of the Dr. Ronald E. Moore Endowed Professor of the Humanities at Texas Christian University\, will share his thoughts on William Tylee Ranney’s Marion Crossing the Peedee.\nDarryl Lauster\, an intermedia artist\, writer\, and Professor of Sculpture at the University of Texas Arlington\, will talk about The Broncho Buster and other Frederic Remington sculptures on view at the Carter.\nDr. Wendi Sierra\, Assistant Professor of Game Studies at Texas Christian University\, will discuss Albert Bierstadt’s The Rocky Mountains\, Lander’s Peak.\nKristen Gaylord\, Carter curator\, will share background information about Stephanie Syjuco: Double Vision.\n\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpretation may be provided during this event upon advance request.
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/second-thursdays-at-the-carter-inspiration-identity-2/
LOCATION:Amon Carter Musuem Of Art\, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Evening,Exhibit,Free Event,Museum
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SUMMARY:Second Thursdays at the Carter: Collect & Capture
DESCRIPTION:[the_ad id=”4448″] \n  \nJoin Amon Carter Museum every second Thursday to connect with art through cocktails\, conversations\, and creativity. This month\, discover tips to starting your own art collection and explore the incredible photos in the exhibition Beauty and Life: The Finis Welch Collection. \nSchedule\n5–8 p.m.\nJoin Amon Carter Museum in The Lounge to create your own self-portrait photograph inspired by works in the Beauty and Life exhibition. Led by Carter Community Artist Raul Rodriguez. Supplies are limited to the first 200 people. \nEnjoy drinks in the Atrium. Carter members get one complimentary drink! Lite bites are available for purchase at the Carter’s Food Cart. \n6–7:30 p.m.\nArt advisor Diana Edkins will talk with Carter curator John Rohrbach about how Finis Welch collected the photographs and works on paper he bequeathed to the Museum\, including works by Ansel Adams\, Edward Steichen\, Dorothea Lange\, Marco Breuer\, Edward Weston\, and many more. Edkins and Rohrbach will also share tips and advice for starting your own art collection and the nature of the art market today. Following their conversation\, both speakers will participate in a Q&A. \nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided during the talk. \nLearn about Amon Carter Museum’s current health and safety protocols. \nQuestions? Email or call 817.989.5013.
URL:https://dallasweekly.com/event/second-thursdays-at-the-carter-collect-capture/
LOCATION:Amon Carter Musuem Of Art\, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Evening,Exhibit,Museum,Networking
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