Deep Ellum

Despite its bad-boy rap, Deep Ellum, established in the 1920’s as a jazz and blues Mecca is still one of the best places to find that funky one-of-a-kind art, restaurant and music scene in Dallas.  Ethnically diverse and a little gritty you’ll notice punks, up-scalers, club kids, and hipsters are equally at home at the more than 30 tasty dining spots, gallery openings, music festivals and music venues. It it has the largest collection of industrial architecture from the turn of the last century and many are now homes and lofts. It’s definitely worth dealing with a few weather-beaten for an alternate nightlife.

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Drop off Textiles for Recycle and benefit Heart House Dallas

Dude, get rid of it! Did you know that 2.5 billion lbs. of textiles are recycled every year? If you want to be authentic Saturday, April 23rd,  drop off clothes, shoes, belts, handbags, toys and stuffed animals, sheets and other gently owned soft goods between 10 am - 5 pm. We know it means spending a little time dealing with closets and drawers first, but The Earth will thank you - and it’s a drive-through.

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Trees in Deep Ellum hosts classic experience

The club scene is the natural place to revel in contrary and Trees will host a concert by the Orchestra of New Spain, including works by a 17th century Italian composer, who happens to be a woman. Contrarian Isabella Leonarda (shown), (September 1620 – 25 February 1704) entered the Collegio de Sant’Orsola, an Ursuline convent in Novara at the age of 16 where she created more than 200 compositions until her death at the age of 84.

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Deep Ellum Art Walk 2011

Let’s get this out of the way before we tell you about one of our favorite art walks.  After attending a meeting on the proposed steetscapes last week, I heard the same thing that’s said every time there is talk about renovations and restoration of Deep Ellum - “we don’t want to be Uptown!”. 

Okay one last time with feeling, Deep Ellum will never be Uptown, Bishop Arts or the Miracle Mile. It will progress, it will mature and it will grow into what it is supposed to be as a major player in the Central Business District and we need to accept that it will never be what it was when we were standing in line in the 80’s. With nearby housing in Treemont, Munger Place, Bryan Place, Junius Heights, Lakewood and Lake Highlands filled with younger boomers and older Gen Xr’s who want good dining and shopping to go with our funk, music, preservation of Deep Ellum buildings and memories, change is inevitable, however we can be influential in how it plays out by supporting the businesses and staying involved. Dharris (read more for list)

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Grand Opening Kirk Hopper Fine Art

Mac Whitney’s work has been selected as the inaugural exhibition of Kirk Hopper Fine Art, a new gallery. Hopper spearheaded HCG Gallery in the Design District for the past three years and is known for putting up impressive exhibitions with world renowned artists and the entertainment industry.  His new location will feature both cutting-edge young artists and established veterans.

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Angry Dog

After 20 years, I’m not sure if we go to Angry Dog out of habit or because it’s the best place to get good and cheap State Fair food without going to the Fair. They have quesadillas, fried pickles, mushroom caps, burgers, dogs, nachos, chili, stuffed jalapeno’s - well, you’ll get what we mean when you go. Besides, we like eating with a mix of roadies, carnies, gamers and la-di-da’s.  Don’t get us wrong, they have yummie burgers, tuna steak sandwiches and a nice selection of salads and a chicken vegetable soup that will warm up your Angry Momma, whenever you finally show up with it.

Over 100 bottled beers and 20 on tap.

Angry Dog
2726 Commerce
Dallas, Texas
214.741.4406
Open 11am-Midnight, Mon-Thurs | 11am-2am, Fri & Sat | Noon-10pm, Sundays

Twisted Root Burger

Definitely worth going for the atmosphere and the delicious choices that are more unusually designed and/or exotic meats piled high.  The hamburger is well, a nice hamburger.

Twisted Root Burger
2615 Commerce St.
Dallas, Texas
214.741.7668

Chris Hillman & Herb Pederson - SHOW CANCELLED

The weather. Ain’t it a Bitch!!!!!!  They’ll be back soon though!  This year marks the clapboard prairie style dance and meeting hall, Sons of Hermann Halls’, 100th year of continues operation.  Enjoy the history with Pioneers of American Rock, Country Rock, and Americana Chris Hillman & Herb Pederson with Special Guest Danny Balis from The Byrds and The Flying Burrito Brothers.

Sons of Hermann Hall 
3414 Elm Street
Dallas, Texas 75226

Friday, February 4; Doors open at 8, Shows at 9 pm

Tickets; $25

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Get Mal-ed

Get Mal-ed at It's a Grind Coffee House in Deep Ellum

Hosted by RockBaby and Alexandra Marie, Mal (shown) is a performance poet, public speaker, playwright, screenwriter, and actor who has also written and directed several short plays and films and be featured at Word Space.

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Rockers vs Mods

European & Cafe-Style Motorcycles Vs. Italian Scooters Festival

Rockers vs Mods pays homage to the 1960’s British rivalry between the Mods (on Italian Scooter) & Rockers (On European & Cafe Racers).  In mixing the old-style British essence with a Texas vibe and great music, the annual event festival has become Southern-style cycle jackassery.

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Editorial

Solving DISD Budget Crisis Will Take Common Sense Solutions

In reviewing the wringing of hands and gnashing of teeth over whose fault the current school debt crisis is in DISD, we can’t depend on the State. Citizens and Corporate Dallas needs to own up and quash the talk about firing or paying off teachers to leave which would raise the classroom ratio to 35/1.  It’s time we get real and do what should have been done a long time ago in regards to sales tax, property tax and privatization. 

After thinking about it, it’s awfully coincidental that our public school failings, both fiscally and behaviorally, began when helicopter parents, lawyers and overly sensitive public school administrators jacked the Six Grade Crossing Guard.

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For DISD Scholarships

3rd Annual Retail As Art Photography Invitational

Retail as Art is a photography contest designed to showcase the best local photographic talent that captures the true essence of Dallas retail and next Thursday, February 24th, an informational session will be held at design within reach.

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Ad-Libs Comedy Club

Laughing Lovers and Friends Show

The 24th Annual Valentine Show is perfect for the couple who likes to laugh together or who would rather not speak or a bunch of friends. The price includes Dinner Buffet of Chicken Fettuccini, Veggie Primavera, Chicken Horenzo Farfalle, Garden Salad, Green Beans and cheese cake for dessert. It also includes 2 beverages in your choice of beer, wine or soda, The Ab-Libs Comedy Show and a split bottle of champagne.

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w/ Royal Rhythmaires

AllGood Super Bowl Saturday

Mike Snyder says everyone’s a VIP at this Full-Tilt horn-backed R & B Dynamo that will put some Shake in your Shaker, some Break in your Breaker and some Quake in your Quaker Dinner and Dance !!! THIS is the way to Party - AllGood Style !!!

The Royal Rhythmaires sing the Blues, R&B and Roots Music.  Rockabilly On-line says “The first time I heard The Royal Rhythmaires I instantly fell in love! This rhythm and blues band out of Fort Worth, Texas brings back the soulful sound of the 40′s and 50′s with a horn-infused power that really sets them apart. Focusing more on the music and less on technology they evoke such feeling that it is impossible not to be moved by them.”

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It's Official

Leppert Will Not Seek Re-election

Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert today announced he will not run for a second term as mayor.

“I love serving the people of this city, and we have more than met the goals I laid out four years ago” said Mayor Leppert.  “With this - and as my term enters its final months - I have concluded that it is the right time to explore other ways to serve the people of Dallas, North Texas and Texas.”

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