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April 28: The Aluminum Show at the Bass Hall
Aluminum Show
OK, I've never seen this show, but it looks awesome! Does it count if I've been to the venue before? The choreographer uses aluminum tubes and dance to create odd visual effects on stage.  Click here to watch a video of the eccentric Israeli dance group. It's 7:30 p.m. April 28 at the Bass Hall.

If you are anything like me and would like to know more about the FW mayoral candidates, then this would be a good event for you. It's from 5-7 p.m. at TCU's Brown Lupton Union Auditorium.

May 5-8: Mayfest
Maybe it's because I've been going to this event since I was in my mom's belly, but I think this is fun to do at any age. I love walking around, eating all of the snacks, watching the performances and playing some of the games. But there's endless activities for the kiddos. Try to avoid tornados.

May 15: Hidden Gardens of Fort Worth
Take a walk through FW's finest private gardens. For those of you with a green thumb or just want to see beautiful landscaping, this event is from noon to 6 p.m. one day only. Ticket sales benefit the Historic Fort Worth, Inc.

May 16-22: Colonial Golf Tournament
You don't have to love golf to like this event. It helps though.

This is one of my favorite summertime activities. Grab an old blanket, bring your favorite beer or wine and some cheese, and watch your favorite show in the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens. The Beatles and Star Wars shows are some of my favorites from the past. I've done this with my sister, on dates or with groups of friends. Although I don't have children yet, I've seen lots of families at the shows. Update: The lineup is set for this summer series. Click here for a Star-Telegram schedule of events. 

August 10: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
I went to this show as an adult with some girlfriends. My sister surprised me with tickets as a going away present before studying abroad. It was a magical night, and even more entertaining that I remember it being as a child. The people swinging from the rafters, the tricks and more were all fascinating. Tickets go on sale May 21. The show will be 7:30 at the FW convention center.

April 29-30: Looking to leave town? Check out the Granbury Wine Walk this weekend. Read more about it on my friend's blog [click here].

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  1. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Hi Jocelyn!

    I handle the public relations for a bowling lounge that is opening in Fort Worth, and I was wondering if you have an email address where I can send you some information about it? Please let me know!

    You can reach me at claire@kmccrory.com

    Thanks!

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