Fall Events at Black Star Sport Horses

August 23, 2017Leave a comment

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Black Star Sport Horses Announces Fall 2017 Events
Carriages, horses in Halloween costumes, and Santa Claus are all expected at these free events!

Rockwall, Texas – August 23, 2017 – Premier dressage training, show, and sales facility Black Star Sport Horses today announces the schedule for the 2017 Fall Series and a few special events: two international breed judging events and the beloved Tejas Carriage Association Trials in November. The events are free for spectators. Picnicking is encouraged. “We love letting horse lovers enjoy the farm,” says owner and head trainer Lisa Blackmon.

Schooling Show Schedule:
September 16, 2017
October 14, 2017
November 11, 2017
December 16, 2017

The schooling shows begin at 9 am and take place in Black Star’s indoor equestrian facility located at 5565 FM 549, Rockwall, TX 75032. The duration of each show is dependent on the number of entries. Spectators can enjoy horses and riders of all levels starting with introductory levels in the morning and higher levels of dressage in the afternoon. The October show will include a costume contest during which equestrian will dress up not only themselves but also their horses in Halloween costumes. The December show will include a meet ‘n’ greet and complimentary photo op with Santa Claus for the third consecutive year.

Parking and entry is free for spectators. Concessions are available for purchase. Visit the Black Star Sport Horses Facebook page the week of the event for exact times.

Special Event Schedule:
September 1-2, 2017, KWPN of North America Keuring
September 15, 2017, Oldenburg Keuring
November 4-5, 2017, Tejas Carriage Association Driving Event

Horse lovers will love the opportunity to see some of the country’s finest European sport horses at the Oldenburg keuring (“judging” in Dutch) and KWPN of North America keuring held at Black Star Sport Horses. World-renowned equestrians from Europe will fly in to judge these regional events.

Carriage drivers from coast to coast will head to Dallas in November for the annual Tejas Carriage Association two-day event. The keurings and the carriage trials are all free for spectators to attend. Bring chairs and a camera. Concessions will be available for purchase. Visit blackstarsporthorses.com for special event times.

Black Star invites media to tour the farm. Contact Katherine Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com) to set up your tour.

What is Dressage?

Dressage is an English style of riding with a rich history of ancient European warhorses. Today, dressage competitions test how well a horse is trained. According to the International Equestrian Federation, dressage is the “highest expression of horse training” and aims to develop a horse’s natural athletic ability. While dressage benefits all breeds of horse, the most popular breeds seen at the Olympics and other high-level competitions are warmblood horses bred specifically for dressage.

About Black Star Sport Horses

Owned by Jackie and Lisa Blackmon, Black Star Sport Horses is a premier dressage training, show, and sales facility located on 255 acres just twenty minutes east of Dallas. Jackie grew up training young horses in Fort Worth and has since won over 40 USDF Championships. Lisa has spent her life training and competing on international sport horses, even training seven Grand Prix horses. Together Jackie and Lisa run a program dedicated to helping each horse reach its full potential. For more information, visit www.blackstarsporthorses.com.

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Vintage Tex Joins Retro Plaza

August 23, 2017Leave a comment

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Vintage Tex Now Part of Retro Plaza
The vintage clothing store’s mini Bedford boutique is inside The Vintage Freak.

Grapevine, Texas – August 23, 2017 – Vintage Tex today announces an expansion: the Grapevine clothing store has opened a mini boutique in the Bedford shopping center known as Retro Plaza. Vintage Tex is the fifth vintage specialty shop to be part of Retro Plaza located at 1424 Brown Trl, Bedford, TX. “I love the variety of vintage goodies available at Retro Plaza,” says Jen Cooper, the owner of Vintage Tex, “but I love the ‘vintage’ way they do business even more – five little mom and pop shops, all helping each other out, to serve a really unique customer base. It’s almost like a 1960s-style co-op.” The five Retro Plaza businesses are:

The Vintage Freak– record shop that sells and repairs vintage audio equipment and mid-century modern furniture
Vintage Tex– vintage clothing and accessories from the 1940s to 1970s
Bombshell Nostalgia– strange, rare, and interesting oddities, militaria, taxidermy, and antiques
Retro Madness– vintage toys, action figures, comics, collectibles, and retro gaming systems such as Atari and Nintendo
Quarter Lounge– a retro arcade specializing in the best games from the 1980s and 1990s such as Ms. Pacman, Street Fighter, Super Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, and more

“I was so excited when Taylor Watts, the owner of The Vintage Freak, called and asked if we would be interested in taking over their clothing area,” says Cooper. Prior to opening the new mini boutique, Vintage Tex cleared out the formerly cluttered clothing room, painted the space their signature grey with a pop of coral, installed sophisticated black track lighting, and added a dressing room. Vintage Tex recently renovated their Grapevine flagship store with the same color scheme.

Vintage Tex is carrying a small selection of clothing and accessories made between the 1940s and the 1970s inside The Vintage Freak in Retro Plaza. The Vintage Freak is open from 12pm-6pm Monday-Friday & Sunday, and 12pm-9pm on Saturday. The same attention to quality will be met at the new boutique as in the original Vintage Tex store in Grapevine; all items are examined for flaws, repaired and cleaned when possible, and then sized to the modern size and steamed to make shopping easier.

Vintage Tex representatives are available for interviews regarding this news. Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to coordinate.

About Vintage Tex

Vintage Tex is an upscale vintage clothing store located on Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine at 603 S Main St, Ste 300, Grapevine, TX 76051. Open 11 am – 6 pm daily, Vintage Tex carries items from the 1920s – 1970s at reasonable prices. A few designer treasures can be found on the Vintage Tex Etsy shop. For more information, visit vintagetex.com.

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Ludwig and Marglin Leather Joins New Braunfels Ghost Tour

August 9, 2017Leave a comment

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Ludwig and Marglin Leather Joins New Braunfels Ghost Tour
A ghost named Red haunts the 79 year-old leather shop.

The team circa 1938

New Braunfels, Texas – August 9, 2017 – Ludwig and Marglin Leather today announces that the store is now part of the New Braunfels Ghost Tours Pub Crawl. The first Pub Crawl including Ludwig and Marglin will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Originally called New Braunfels Leather Company, Ludwig & Marglin Leather (197 S. Sequin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130) has seventy-nine years of history and a resident ghost named Red who is said to haunt the leather store.

Red Miller worked at Ludwig and Marglin for about a decade around the 1970s before passing away from a heart attack. It’s unknown where Red is buried. Now his spirit is said to hang around the shop, occasionally tossing leather pieces around and rattling the rope cow halters he loved making in life. Red could even be the reason for the mysterious Ludwig and Marglin fire of 1982. Helen Opellt, who has worked at the shop for over thirty years, says she’s witnessed some of Red’s antics herself. “He doesn’t like it when I make the cow halters,” she says. “That was his favorite project.”

The Ludwig and Marglin tannery that burned down

Paula Cerna told many tales of Red and would always say, “That was Red, alright!” when mysterious things happened around the shop. Paul worked at Ludwig and Marglin Leather for over fifty years before passing away. Paul’s marble Ludwig and Marglin tooling block was made into his tombstone, per his request. “With seventy-nine years of history, I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if we had a ghost around the shop,” says Ludwig and Marglin owner Terri Cocanougher. “Luckily for us, Red is a friendly ghost.”

Tickets to the New Braunfels Haunted Pub Crawl are $30 and can be purchased at nbghosttours.com. Ludwig and Marglin’s first Haunted Pub Crawl will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 6-9 pm. The tour meets at The Lone Star Lounge at 5:30 pm. The Haunted Pub Crawl visits five bars in downtown New Braunfels. Participants will hear tales of each bar before they enter as well as true happenings from events long ago in our town. Participants must be at least 21 years old. For more information, visit nbghosttours.com.

Ludwig and Marglin Leather representatives are available for interviews regarding this news. Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to coordinate.

About Ludwig and Marglin Leather

Ludwig and Marglin Leather Company is a full-service leather repair and custom manufacturing shop with a rich history. For seventy-nine years, Ludwig and Marglin Leather has held steadfast to the producing the highest quality leather goods right in shop (197 S. Sequin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130). The store is open Monday-Friday from 9:30am until 5:30pm, and on Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Ludwig and Marglin Leather manufactures for several industries including the ranching community, orthopedic braces, athletic equipment and even replicas for museums and period appropriate leather goods for the film industry, most recently the Roots miniseries. For more information, visit ludwigsleather.com or call 830-629-0540.

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About New Braunfels Ghost Tours

New Braunfels Ghost Tours is a historic ghost walk through downtown New Braunfels. That tells the spooky tales and history of the one hundred and seventy-two year-old town. Participants learn about ghosts, haunts, and murderous legends that would find in the history books. Ghost Tour tickets are $20 and Haunted Pub Crawl tickets are $30. For more information, visit nbghosttours.com.

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Volunteers Needed for Pre-K Campus Cleanup

July 26, 2017Leave a comment

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100 Volunteers Needed for Back to (Pre)School Campus Cleanup
Child Care Associates has twenty-three campuses that need your help!

Child Care Associates Diamond Road Center in Fort Worth, Texas (Photo by/Sharon Ellman)

FORT WORTH, Texas – July 26, 2017 – Child Care Associates is in need of 100+ volunteers the week of August 7^th to help clean and prepare its early childhood education classrooms before the fall school season begins on August 21^st. Teams of five to seven volunteers will work for 3-hour sessions (8:30 am – 11:30 am) at any of CCA’s twenty-three pre-kindergarten campuses. Volunteers can choose any day of the week Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11.

The classroom materials and cleaning supplies will be provided by CCA. “We only need you present with sleeves rolled up and a smile,” says CCA CEO Kara Waddell. “Our volunteers are a vital part of our organization. Your time on the morning you choose will help welcome at-risk children to a sparkling classroom on their first day of school.” To volunteer for the Back to (Pre)School Campus Cleanup Week, call 817-838-0055 or email cca@childcareassociates.org. Businesses, churches, and civic group teams are invited to participate. For more information, visit https://www.childcareassociates.org/volunteers/.

For more information, visit childcareassociates.org. To schedule an interview with a CCA representative regarding this news, contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694).

Child Care Associates Mid Cities Center in Euless, Texas (Photo by/Sharon Ellman)

About Child Care Associates

Child Care Associates is the largest child development nonprofit in North Texas and has served over half a million young children in the past forty-eight years. Through Head Start and Early Head Start programs, Child Care Associates delivers early education that ensures at-risk children are ready to succeed in school. As a “whole-child, whole-family” program, Child Care Associates offers support in areas such as mental health, emotional development, and nutrition for low-income children ages 0-5. Child Care Associates operates twenty-three child development centers in the greater Fort Worth and Arlington areas to serve approximately 2,300 children per year. While 80% of Head Start & Early Head Start programs are funded through federal dollars, Child Care Associates works with community partners to meet the remaining 20%. For more information, visit childcareassociates.org.

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Ludwig and Marglin Remodels After 79 Years

July 24, 2017Leave a comment

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Ludwig and Marglin Leather Shop Remodels After 79 Years
The custom leather manufacturing shop gently steps into the 21^st century while honoring its history.

Ludwig and Marglin Leather

New Braunfels, Texas – July 24, 2017 – Ludwig and Marglin Leather today announces that the beloved leather shop has a new layout. For seventy-nine years, the custom leather manufacturing shop located in historic downtown New Braunfels (197 S. Sequin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130) has been a staple of the farm and ranch community in Central Texas. Originally called New Braunfels Leather Company, new name Ludwig & Marglin honors the rich history of two founding families of New Braunfels, TX. The new store layout opened the once small retail outlet to the production floor and invites the community to see the fascinating manufacturing process.

Ludwig and Marglin Leather

“I remember being a young girl in New Braunfels and walking into Ludwig and Marglin to get supplies for my horse,” new owner Terri Cocanougher says. “It was a privilege to be able to go into the back of the shop where the crafters were working to pull from the saddle maker’s hardware. You had to know someone to be allowed in the back. It made you feel special somehow. We want everyone who visits us to feel that special.”

The store has had a recent facelift to open up the space and make it friendlier for the New Braunfels foot traffic. So open in fact that people can actually watch the crafters while they shop, the smell of the leather permeating the whole stop as the artisans design, draw, cut, tool and sew on the leather making equipment. Some of the equipment has been in the shop since it’s opening in 1938. Cocanougher is careful to explain that the major goal was to maintain the time-honored tradition of manufacturing top quality leather goods by experienced craftsmen. Most of the crafters have been with the shop for many years; Helen and Al Oppelt have worked for Ludwig and Marglin leather for over 65 years combined! Cocanougher says, “That type of experience you can’t simply hire from the want ads. These two individuals are simply priceless!”

The bulk of the shop features leather bags, briefcases, belts, horse tack, saddle-maker’s supplies, and leather crafting supplies. The front of the store now has German biersteins, Lederhosen & Dirndl T-shirts, Texas-themed gifts, and artwork by local artists. Old photos from the first few years of the shop, including photos of the original tannery that dates back to 1933, hang framed all around. “I fell in love with the people that were working in the shop as much as the history of the shop,” says Cocanougher. “It is important for folks to be able to step back to a time when American-made products were valued and easier to come by. If you haven’t stopped by Ludwig & Marglin in years, we hope you’ll come see the updated store and enjoy our little piece of history.”

Cocanougher’s ranching experience through the years continues to insure the integrity of the products sold in the business where master crafters make quality ranch gear, horse tack, hosters, scabbards, whips and ropes. Cocanougher says, “As a lifelong equestrian, I understand the need for quality equipment firsthand and can help you find or build what you need.”

Cocanougher is also updating an equestrian facility near New Braunfes that she expects to open as a picturesque AirBNB later this year. “Marglin Ranch will provide a wonderful place to unplug from the stresses of the city,” says Cocanougher. The ranch has facilities to comfortably house 15 horses, a large covered riding arena and several miles of riding trails throughout the ranch. Future information will be posted at www.MarglinRanch.com.

Ludwig and Marglin Leather representatives are available for interviews regarding this news. Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to coordinate.

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Peter Pan Flies to Rockwall

July 20, 2017July 26, 2017Leave a comment

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Peter Pan Flies to Rockwall August 11-20, 2017
Tickets are to the magical Rockwall Summer Musicals show are $18-$22.

Peter Pan Rockwall Summer Musicals

ROCKWALL, Texas – July 20, 2017 – As part of its 2017 season, Rockwall Summer Musicals will present Peter Pan August 11-20, 2017 at the Rockwall Performing Arts Center (1201 T L Townsend Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087). Tickets cost between $18-$22 and can be purchased at the Box Office or online at rockwallsummermusicals.org. Peter Pan features a live orchestra under the direction of Chris Widomski and extraordinary costumes custom made by Maureen Cruz for Rockwall Summer Musicals.

Peter Pan and his mischievous fairy sidekick Tinkerbell visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, a fierce Indian tribe, the Lost Boys, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook. This high-flying musical is perfect for the child in all of us. Songs include Neverland, I’m Flying, Wendy, Never Grow Up, Pirate’s March and more.

Peter Pan

Rockwall Performing Arts Center
August 11-20, 2017
Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm
Sunday at 2:00 pm

Molly Pope and Tori St. John Gilbert star as Peter and Wendy. Matthew James Edwards and Joseph Lee Burnam star as Captain Hook and Smee. Barbara Doudt directs.

Media tickets to the show are available. Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to request tickets and/or to coordinate a feature.

About Rockwall Summer Musicals

Rockwall Summer Musicals produces two Broadway-quality, family-friendly shows each year from June through August. Discounts are offered for churches, groups, and season subscribers. For advance tickets or more information on Fiddler on the Roof, Peter Pan, or how you or your company could become a sponsor of Rockwall Summer Musicals, visit www.rockwallsummermusicals.org.

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Diner en Blanc Dallas 2017 Date Announced

July 11, 2017Leave a comment

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F0R IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Le Dîner en Blanc Dallas Returns this Fall!

Mark your calendar for Friday, October 6, 2017

Diner en Blanc Dallas 2017 Date

Dallas, Texas – July 11, 2017 – For the third consecutive year, Dallas will host Le Dîner en Blanc. On Friday, October 6, 2017, RK Meetings & Events will host another unforgettable evening of elegance, beauty, and magic as Le Dîner en Blanc – Dallas 2017 takes over a secret location somewhere around the city. Over 2,400 foodies, fashion and cultural enthusiasts will be whisked off to a new and secret location, to be revealed just moments before the event.

“Dallas has been so wonderful about keeping the secret and understanding that the secret is a huge part of the fun of Diner en Blanc!” says Rachael Kissel, co-host of Le Dîner en Blanc – Dallas. “We have loved seeing the diverse crowd each year and can’t wait to provide another magical evening for the city we love so much.”

Bystanders will witness thousands of people dressed in head-to-toe white gathering at specific rallying points across the city. Guided by Diner en Blanc volunteers, these groups will then be whisked off on a chartered bus to one of the city’s most iconic settings. Every guest brings their own table, chairs, and table setting, and can choose to bring their own gourmet feast or purchase from our official caterer. Over the course of the evening, Diner en Blanc guests celebrate amid music, entertainment, and dancing.

The evening will be filled with visually breathtaking moments, including the waving of the Southwest Airlines souvenir napkin to mark the beginning of the dinner. At the end of the evening, guests will pack up all of their belongings, pick up all their litter, and head back into the night, leaving behind no sign of their elegant revelry.

A few key facts about Le Dîner en Blanc around the globe:

Registration happens in three stages: Phase 1 is for members who attended the previous year; Phase 2 is for new members who are referred by Phase I attendees; Phase 3 is for people who signed up on the waiting list viathe official website: dallas.dinerenblanc.com/register, by September 3, 2017.
Once confirmed, each guest is expected to attend, regardless of weather conditions, as this is a rain or shine event.
Dress code: head-to-toe white clothing and accessories. (Yes, that includes shoes, belts, and purses.)
Table setting: white colors and elegant tablescapes.
Champagne and/or wine. Beer and hard liquor are prohibited.

o As per TABC regulations, guests cannot bring their own alcohol. Guests wishing to enjoy some wine or champagne must reserve online through the Dîner en Blanc’s e-store. However, guests are welcome to bring their own non-alcoholic beverages.

To ensure that the location is kept secret and undisclosed until last minute, guests meet at assigned departure location and are escorted by a Dîner en Blanc volunteer.
In order to leave the event location as clean as when they arrived, guests are required to leave with all their belongings, leftovers and litter.

Le Dîner en Blanc – Dallas 2016 attracted over 2,400 cultural enthusiasts for a memorable evening at Dallas City Hall. The inaugural event in 2015 hosted 1,800 guests at Ronald Kirk Bridge (formally know as the Continental Avenue Pedestrian Bridge), with the Margaret Hunt Hill bridge as its stunning backdrop. Both years the location was successfully kept secret until guests arrived. For details about what guests bring to Le Dîner en Blanc, visit dallas.dinerenblanc.com.

Le Diner en Blanc – Dallas gratefully acknowledges Southwest Airlines as the returning platinum sponsor of Diner en Blanc Dallas 2017. For more information about Diner en Blanc Dallas, visit dallas.dinerenblanc.com.

About Le Dîner en Blanc

Launched in Paris in 1988 by François Pasquier and a handful of friends, Le Dîner en Blanc has become a worldwide epicurean phenomenon. Le Dîner en Blanc – Paris now attracts over 10,000 people each year. What was a “friends and word-of-mouth only” event has grown into an international sensation celebrated on six continents. While the technology behind the event may have changed over the years, the principles fuelling this fantastic event have not: guests continue to gather at a secret location for the sole purpose of sharing a gourmet meal with good friends in one of their city’s most beautiful public spaces. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Dîner en Blanc International is responsible for developing this secret posh picnic in over 70 cities in more than 25 countries around the world. Each event is headed by passionate local organizers who fell in love with the concept and wanted to bring it to their city, giving this rendezvous a local flair. For more info and photos of Dîner en Blanc events from around the world, visit dinerenblanc.com.

About Le Dîner en Blanc – Dallas Hosts

Dîner en Blanc Dallas is hosted by Rachael Kissel and Karen Raehpour, managing partners of RK Meetings & Events, a top world-wide event and wedding planning company located in Dallas, TX. From executive meetings in Dubai and Barcelona, to local brides in McKinney and Fort Worth, Rachael and Karen share their passion and experience with clients around the globe. Diner en Blanc helps them bring the excitement home to Dallas, where they’ve hosted Diner en Blanc Dallas all three years.

About Southwest Airlines (Platinum Sponsor)

In its 47th year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other air carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by more than 54,000 Employees to more than 100 million Customers annually. Southwest proudly operates a network of 101 destinations in the United States and nine additional countries with more than 3,900 departures a day during peak travel season. Service to Turks and Caicos begins Nov. 5, 2017, subject to requisite government approvals.

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Official hashtag: #dinerenblanc #DEBDAL17 #dinerenblancdallas

For all official videos of Diner en Blanc around the world, visit YouTube Le Dîner en Blanc.

Kelsey Lewis at Vintage Tex

June 22, 2017Leave a comment

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Kelsey Lewis to Perform Pop-Up Concert at Vintage Tex
The vintage-lover will perform her hits at a FREE Nashville-style listening room event.

Grapevine, Texas – June 22, 2017 – Vintage Tex is excited to announce that the store will host a Nashville-style listening room on Friday, July 21, 2017 featuring musician Kelsey Lewis. Picnic blankets are encouraged for this event, which will be held at Vintage Tex’s historic downtown Grapevine location (603 S Main St, Ste 300, Grapevine, TX 76051). Musical acts Danni & Kris and Kayley Nell will also perform. Wine Fusion will provide light bites and wine.

Kelsey Lewis at Vintage Tex

Longtime vintage enthusiast Kelsey Lewis often wears Vintage Tex in her music videos and thinks the newly renovated shop is the perfect spot for a pop-up musical event. “In Nashville, they set up these kind of listening-rooms all the time but you don’t see them happening very often around Dallas-Fort Worth! I love performing in intimate spaces and connecting with my fans,” says Lewis, whose music is inspired by Norah Jones, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, and Colbie Caillat. “Half of my closet is Vintage Tex. I wear their clothes at most of my shows so I could not be more excited about this event!”

Kelsey Lewis at Vintage Tex

“We were thrilled to get the call from Kelsey,” says Vintage Tex owner Jennifer Cooper. “Her style is as fantastic as her music. We can’t wait to have her perform at the store!” The event is free to attend. Preferred admission is available to the first twenty-five people to add the Kelsey Lewis event to their calendar on Allcal. Signed copies of Kelsey’s latest CD will be available for purchase.

Event Details

Kelsey Lewis Pop-Up Concert
Location: Vintage Tex (603 S Main St, Ste 300, Grapevine, TX 76051)
Date: July 21, 2017
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm
Cost: FREE
Details: Performances by Kelsey Lewis, Danni & Kris, and Kayley Nell. Light bites & wine provided by Wine Fusion

Kelsey Lewis is also available for performances and interviews. Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to coordinate.

About Kelsey Lewis

Kelsey Lewis a singer-songwriter from Dallas-Fort Worth who coined the term “Vintage Futuristic” to describe her style and sound. Her music is available on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, and Google Play. She heads out on tour this fall. For more information, visit kelseylewismusic.com.

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About Vintage Tex

Vintage Tex is an upscale vintage clothing store located on Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine. Open 11 am – 6 pm daily, Vintage Tex carries items from the 1920s – 1970s at reasonable prices. A few designer treasures can be found on the Vintage Tex Etsy shop. For more information, visit vintagetex.com.

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About Wine Fusion Winery

Wine Fusion Winery is the newest addition to the Grapevine Family of Wineries. Located in historic downtown Grapevine at 603 South Main St, Suite 304, Grapevine, TX 76051, Wine Fusion offers a wide variety of wines and food for your enjoyment. The store is open Sunday 1 pm – 7 pm, Monday-Thursday 1 pm – 9 pm, Friday 12 pm – 12 am, and Saturday 11 am -12 am. Wine Fusion was created to help fill the void between novice and experienced wine drinkers. Wine Fusion crafts wines that are ready to drink, not to be stored in a cellar for years on end before you can enjoy. For more information, visit winefusionwinery.com.

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Summer Special

June 12, 2017June 12, 2017Leave a comment

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Fiddler on the Roof and Peter Pan Summer Camps

June 7, 2017Leave a comment

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Rockwall Summer Musicals to Host Show-Themed Summer Camps for Young Musical Theatre Performers Ages 5-18
Camp dates are June 26-30 for Fiddler on the Roof and August 14-18 for Peter Pan.

ROCKWALL, Texas – June 7, 2017 – Rockwall Summer Musicals (RSM) is pleased to announce two summer camps: Fiddler on the Roof Summer Youth Workshop and Peter Pan Summer Youth Workshop. Each weeklong camp will include classes on acting, dancing, and singing taught by RSM talents Kathy French, Cody Dry, Janelle Lutz, Keeli James, and Whitney Rosenbalm at the Rockwall Performing Arts Center (1201 T L Townsend Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087). The two summer camps coincide with the upcoming 2017 Rockwall Summer Musicals season.

Classes for children ages 5 to 7 will be held daily from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm; classes for students ages 8 to 18 will be held daily from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The cost of camp registration is $250, which includes the weeklong camp, a t-shirt, and a ticket to see a Rockwall Summer Musicals show this season. For more information or to register, visit http://www.rockwallsummermusicals.org/season/summer-camps-2017/.

Fiddler on the Roof Summer Camp

Rockwall Performing Arts Center
June 26-30
9 am – 12 pm for ages 5-7
1 pm – 4 pm ages 8-18
Cost: $250

Peter Pan Summer Camp

Rockwall Performing Arts Center
August 14-18
9 am – 12 pm for ages 5-7
1 pm – 4 pm ages 8-18
Cost: $250

Cameras are welcome at summer camp! Contact Katherine Rose Watson (katierosewatson@yahoo.com, 972-489-7694) to coordinate a feature.

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