In a week dominated by debates and the moronic, sheep-like boycotting of red coffee cups, we’re ready to escape to a world where people aren’t so stupid.
That’ll never be possible, but at least we have five worthwhile diversions to keep us occupied between Black Tie Dinner festivities and everything else piling up as the holiday season approaches.
Tonight to November 22
Dixie’s Never Wear a Tube Top While Riding a Mechanical Bull (And 16 Other Things I Learned While I Was Drinking Last Thursday)
What: The funniest Tupperware salesperson you’ll ever meet has a whole new show that shows her life beyond those burpable plastic bowls.
The Full Scoop: www.basshall.com
Tonight
National Happy Hour Day
What: Celebrate another of our favorite holidays at The Quarter Bar in Uptown where every hour between 4:00 and 10:00 p.m. today they’ll pay the entire tab for one table. Even if you don’t win, drink specials starts at a mere two bucks.
The Full Scoop: www.facebook.com
DIFFA Dallas Holiday Wreath Collection
What: A fabulous cocktail soirée with dozens of designer wreaths up for adoption, all benefiting DIFFA Dallas.
The Full Scoop: www.hesaidmag.com
McKinney Ave Block Party
What: An outdoor fiesta with food trucks and live music. Proceeds help the work of Incarnation House and their mission to change the face of homelessness in the Dallas area.
The Full Scoop: www.incarnationhouse.org
Friday
The Opera Lover’s Broadway
What: A one-night only performance featuring some of the world’s best opera stars singing Broadway tunes all for the benefit of the Dallas Street Choir, which provides a musical outlet for the homeless and severely disadvantaged.
The Full Scoop: www.attpac.org
Saturday
An Evening with Molly Ringwald
What: Experience the sultry, jazzy side of the 1980s movie star. She’s pretty in any color, actually.
The Full Scoop: www.eisemanncenter.com