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Word from the CVBs The Significance of the “Palace and Mosque: Islamic Art from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Exhibition The Kimbell Art Museum is showcasing another great exhibit in Fort Worth, and this one has special implications for our world today. From April until September 4th, “Palace and Mosque: Islamic Art from the Victoria and Albert Museum” will be featured at the Kimbell, which is located in the Fort Worth Cultural District along with four other outstanding museums. Great art often bears cultural and political significance. At this time, the need for better understanding between Islam and the Western world has never been greater. This exhibit provides a unique opportunity to view Islamic art from the 8th-to the 19th-century, and gain a greater appreciation of Islamic heritage and culture through these masterpieces. The remarkable reputation and leadership of the Kimbell Art Museum has often led to once-in-a-lifetime exhibitions coming to our city. When the world-famous Victoria and Albert Museum in London undertook refurbishment of its Islamic galleries, the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. and the Kimbell Art Museum were the only two U.S. locations selected to display key selections from its beautiful collection. Fort Worth and all of Texas is fortunate to have an institution of this caliber to host such an important exhibit. The Islamic art on view at the Kimbell Art Museum reflects the rich and detailed characteristics of this culture. The display is divided into five categories: the Written Word; Courts and Courtiers: Art and Power; Mosques, Shrines and Churches; Ottoman Patronage; and Artistic Exchange. The works are equally impressive and detailed. Related seminars provide a further glimpse into the world of Islam. On April 2, 2005, the Kimbell hosts a symposium about the exhibit and the meaning of the artwork. Other special seminars and events will be held at the museum during the run of the “Palace and Mosque” exhibition. This exhibit is another reason to consider joining the Kimbell Art Museum as a member. You will receive the beautiful Kimbell Art Museum Calendar and informational notices about upcoming exhibitions and events. For more information about the Kimbell Art Museum, call 817-332-8451. Exotic Food in FUN CENTRAL™ Arlington, TX FUN CENTRAL has a palate of restaurants, so there’s no need for a passport to satisfy your hunger. Whether in search of Asian, European or African cuisine, and with more than 13 food heritages represented, the restaurants of Arlington will leave food connoisseurs content. From Italian Tuscan villas to empires of Russia, French romantic cafes to the humming pubs of England, FUN CENTRAL serves something for everyone. For a taste of French Nouveau, diners can savor the mouth-watering flavor of pheasant or the whipped bliss of chocolate mousse at Cacharel. To satisfy taste buds that long for pasta and wine, Italian Villa, open since 1988 and a neighborhood favorite, will satisfy with luscious linguine and lasagna. Sample an eclectic assortment of cuisine, whether Russian or Mediterranean, at Taste of Europe, where visitors feast on delicacies such as roasted eggplant and lamb pilaf. Arlington has a spicy variety of Asian restaurants including Al Hamra Café and Restaurant, which offers a Middle Eastern eating occasion. Entertain the family by visiting Ton’s Mongolian Grill where you’ll have as much fun watching the food being prepared as picking out the ingredients. For an African safari eating event try Wazobia Restaurant, which features jollof rice, Suya, goat and pounded yam. Your trek across the globe doesn’t need to end with these cultural cuisines. One can still travel to Greece, Mexico, Japan or Vietnam with the greatest of ease while never leaving FUN CENTRAL! Arlington has more to offer than roller coasters and ball games—a trip around the world is also possible. New Markets, New Wines, New Trains, New Experiences… A Destination in Full Bloom! Grapevine welcomes Spring with all things new. The Grapevine Main Street Market debuts in the Historic Downtown Shopping District. This new and exciting outdoor market is open weekly Thursday and Saturday mornings from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Main Street Market is held on Main Street around City Hall, in Liberty Park Plaza and at the Gazebo and features one-of-a-kind-finds ranging from antiques, collectibles, fine art, jewelry, handmade crafts, plants, homemade foods and more. For details call 817-410-3185. April also brings new wines to the forefront as Grapevine presents its 13th Annual New Vintage Wine Trail. Saturday, April 16th start the day at Delaney Vineyards as hundreds of wine enthusiasts gather to take part in the Blessing of the Vines and Wines, a centuries-old European ceremony to ensure robust vines and savory grapes. Following the ceremony is a complimentary wine tasting, complete with presentations by wine makers and live entertainment. The 13th Annual Wine Trail officially opens at noon. Between noon and 6 p.m., the New Vintage Wine Trail offers the opportunity to experience first hand the unique winery tasting rooms of Grapevine. Via a complimentary shuttle, visitors will be delighted by the winery’s extensive gift shops as well as the finest wines produced in Texas. Also, enjoy live music, sample fantastic food and visit with the wine makers and proprietors who make it all happen. For details about the Grapevine New Vintage Wine Trail, call 817-410-3185 or visit www.grapevinetexasusa.com. The classic storybook engine “Thomas the Tank Engine” chugs into Grapevine this month for 6 days of train rides, story telling, live music and more. April 1-3 and 8-10, come to Grapevine’s Historic Cotton belt Depot at 705 South Main for a “Day Out With Thomas” as we celebrate 60 years of Thomas & Friends. Tickets are $16 for ages two and up. Advance purchase is recommended. For tickets, call 866-468-7630 or visit www.ticketweb.com. In addition, numerous shows are taking place at the Grapevine Convention Center including The Morning Star Bird Show Saturday, April 2nd from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, April 3rd from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 817-410-3459 for details. The Great Taste of Grapevine (Texas food, wine and beer), Thursday, April 14th from 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Call 817-481-1522 for information and tickets. The Palace Theatre, at 300 South Main Street, is host to several programs this month. The Dinner & A Movie program presents King of Hearts April 1st at 6:30 p.m. The Palace Theatre Concert Series will feature Clarence Gatemouth Brown Friday, April 8th at 7:30 p.m. For tickets for both programs, call 817-410-3100. The Grapevine Opry at the Palace Theatre presents Deuces To A Full House April 2nd, “Country Music Showcase” April 9th, “Sentimental Journey”April 16th, “Gospel Country Showcase” April 22nd and “Fabulous Fifties Jukebox” April 30th. Call 817-481-8733 for details and tickets. For additional information about Grapevine attractions, contact us at 817-410-3185 or visit us at www.grapevinetexasusa.com. Grand Prairie, Right in the Middle of Dallas/Fort Worth April ushers in exciting new events at Grand Prairie’s attractions and lake parks. Outdoors, the blue bonnets and wild flowers are in full bloom at Joe Pool Lake. Lynn Creek Park and Loyd Park are ready to host campers, picnickers, hikers and all who enjoy being outdoors. The 2005 Crappie Marathon, sponsored by Lynn Creek Marina, is awarding prizes daily for the biggest catch. Free concerts, featuring local artists, are offered by the Grand Prairie Arts Council at the Turner Park Gazebo every Friday evening in April. Enjoy jazz, swing, western and much more as you relax on your blanket under the stars. Catch the fun and excitement of 2005 live world-class Thoroughbred racing at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie beginning Thursday, April 14. Opening weekend features Gary P. Nunn in concert following the races on Friday, April 15. Sonny Burgess opens for Charlie Daniels Band following the live races on Saturday, April 16. The first major event of the meeting, Texas Mile Day on Saturday, April 30, offers four lucrative stakes. The 30th Annual Prairie Dog Chili Cookoff and World Championship Pickled Quail Egg Eating Contest boasts of showmanship, entertainment and fun for the whole family at Traders Village on April 9. Family Fun Day is April 16 and Traders Village Country Music Weekend is April 23 and 24. Don’t forget the great shopping bargains! Enjoy seeing figures of all 43 United States Presidents at Louis Tussaud’s Palace of Wax, and unbelievable oddities at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! See new additions throughout the year. NOKIA Theater at Grand Prairie headlines Slipknot with Devil Driver, April 2; Lenny Kravitz, April 5; Blue’s Clues Live! Blue’s Birthday Party, April 8-10; Tori Amos, April 17; Ashlee Simpson, April 20; James Taylor, April 21; Gallagher, April 22; and Widespread Panic, April 30. Visit www.gptexas.com or call 972-236-9588 for more information. “Tax Relief” Ahh, spring time. The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing and the bees are buzzing. And then here comes… the tax man! You got it. The prettiest time of the year and you’re cooped up indoors scrounging for receipts for the IRS. After the ink has dried on the tax form or the “send” button on the PC has been pushed why not head on down to Granbury for a little “Tax Relief.” The drive alone will begin to unwind you – bluebonnets and native wildflowers along Hwy. 377 South to Granbury will make you want to stop for photos or just get a closer look. Then as you enter Granbury, the small town atmosphere will begin to work on you until suddenly-a big sigh of relief–and you’re relaxed and taxes are the furthest things from your mind. Granbury offers a plethora of unique experiences for those just wanting a place to kick back and relax. In the historic shopping district take a leisurely stroll around the historic courthouse square taking note of the historical markers that adorn the buildings. Enjoy lunch at either a ‘50s style soda shop, a quaint tearoom, a sandwich or coffee shop. If shopping is your “stress relief,” enjoy the special treasures that more than 40 shops & boutiques throughout the historic district offer up. How about a stroll through Shanley Park or check out the art exhibits at the Shanley Center for the Arts or Tarleton’s Langdon center. Drive-In movie anyone? Yes, Granbury still has one. It’s called the Brazos Drive-In. You can enjoy first-run movies in the comfort of your car while the kids enjoy the same movie under the stars and snacks from the 50s style snack bar. The great outdoors your calling? Take a short drive out to Tolar and check out the Windmill Farm. Walk around or drive at your leisure and observe more than 35 restored windmills on 26 acres. Live theater or music can also relieve stress and either Granbury Live or the 1886 Opera House can fill the bill. Professional performances will have your blood pressure back to normal and hectic day-to-day life far from your thoughts. To complete the “tax relief” process, relaxing in one of our cozy, quaint bed & breakfast facilities is required. That is where one can find recently fluffed pillows, the smell of coffee and a hearty home-cooked breakfast - all done by someone else! What a life. These are just a few of the ways one might get a little “tax relief” in Granbury. Granbury offers a full calendar of events to choose from: Granbury Riverboat cruises, romantic carriage rides, historic sites and much more. Call our Convention & Visitors Bureau for any additional information you need at 800-950-2212 or visit us at www.granburytx.com. Somervell County Museum Attractions in Glen Rose such as the Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim are well known, but the Somervell County Museum is a hidden jewel. The museum is located on the historic downtown square and its collection is an eclectic mixture of artifacts and photographs which reflect the area’s rich history. With Glen Rose being the “Dinosaur Capital of Texas,” you would expect to find dinosaur artifacts and you will not be disappointed. There are an assortment of dinosaur bones, teeth, and tracks on display. Glen Rose was also once known as the “Moonshine Capital of Texas,” and that history is on display in the form of photographs and a moonshine still that was confiscated by Texas Rangers. Visitors to the Somervell County Museum are bound to find artifacts they have never seen before, or perhaps never knew existed such as a chicken guillotine. A wooden peg leg, arrowheads, eyeglasses, guns and saddles are also sure to interest young and old alike. The museum is operated by the Somervell Historical Society and the operating hours are seasonal. For more information on the museum or other attractions in Glen Rose contact the Glen Rose Visitor Information Center at 1-888-346-6282 or 254-897-3081. Information is also available on the internet at www.glenrosetexas.net. World-renowned Jazz Artist Arturo Sandoval Headlines the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival Jazz up your schedule April 29, 30 & May 1 by attending the annual Denton Arts & Jazz Festival. Great music, good food, beautiful art, and many activities are planned for the whole family in Denton, Texas, where FUN IS THE THING and JAZZ IS KING! The Denton Civic Center Park, in the heart of downtown Denton, sits on 20 acres surrounded by facilities that make the perfect setting for the 2 day music event that is free to the public. The Denton Festival Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with the City of Denton and the Dallas/Fort Worth American Federation of Musicians, produces the festival with support from individual and corporate sponsorships. Over 1,300 musicians, artists and performers attract over 200,000 annually to enjoy this culturally diverse music and art event. Headliners include Arturo Sandoval Friday night; Tower of Power and Trout Fishing in America Saturday night; and Brave Combo Sunday night. Come visit the music capital of North Texas. Join in the pride and celebration of our music and arts tradition, all showcased for a weekend of enjoyment for the entire family at the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival. (Funded in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts.) Scarborough Faire® the Renaissance Festival’s 2005 Season! Step back in time to the reign of England’s King Henry VIII for the time or your life at Scarborough Faire® the Renaissance Festival. The 25th season is complete with full combat jousting, falconry, minstrels, Renaissance-style entertainment, artisan demonstrations, juried craft shoppes, a king’s feast, beer and ale. Scarborough Faire’s 2005 season will open Saturday, April 9 and run for eight consecutive weekends through May 30, 2005 (including the Monday after Memorial Day). A full day of merriment at Scarborough Faire is a great value at only $18.99 for adults and $6.50 for children 5-12 (children 4 & under enter FREE). Three full combat jousts take place each day, along with the Birds of Prey exhibitions. Enjoy the Theatre in the Ground, swashbuckling sword fighters, magicians, jugglers, bagpipers, bawdy wenches and merry minstrels found on the 11 stages throughout the village. Children will have a magical time as they are knighted by the King and Queen and explore the Children’s Realm. More than 20 tons of the famous Giant Turkey Legs are devoured annually during the eight-weekend season, along with over 60 other non-traditional foods that make up this culinary adventure. Seven pubs and taverns offer hearty ales, a variety of beers, wine, mead and frozen favorites. Scarborough Faire® the Renaissance Festival is located just 30 minutes south of Dallas/Fort Worth off I-35E near historic Waxahachie, Texas, at exit 399A. Gates are open 10 a.m. 7 p.m., rain or shine. For more information on Scarborough Faire® the Renaissance Festival call 972-938-3247 or go to www.ScarboroughRenFest.com. Current
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