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27th Annual Elite News Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade and Festival

Outside the Park } Jan/20/2013 | Comments (0)

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On Monday January 21th when we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, you can join Elite News for their annual MLK Day Parade and Festival in Dallas! The 27th Annual Elite News Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade and Festival ranks as one of the Top 5 celebrations commemorating Dr. King in the country with over 250,000 attendees each year. The 2013 MLK Day Dallas Parade will begin promptly at 10:00am, at the corner of M.L.K. Blvd. & Lamar St. For those participating, line up is at 7:30 am. The parade will proceed down M.L.K. Blvd. to Fair Park. The M.L.K. festival doors will be open at 10am at the Tower Building in Fair Park until 6pm that evening. This Dallas tradition is free and open to the public so join in the celebration as we recognize the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. on his birthday.

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Final days of Chihuly at Dallas

Outside the Park } Dec/18/2012 | Comments (0)

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The Chihuly exhibition of larger than life, breathtaking art glass sculptures at the Dallas Arboretum is in its final days. The exhibit, which has been overwhelmingly popular since its opening, was extended through Dec. 31 as a “holiday gift” to the city. It is spectacular, and a visit to the Arboretum on Monday, Dec. 17, was a treat for the senses and uplifting in many ways. North Texas weather couldn't have been more perfect, with bright sun and crisply, cool air, blue skies and only a light breeze off the lake. Because it’s not peak blooming season at the arboretum, visitors were few and walking the winding pathways was pleasant and easy.

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