Dallas/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on January 15, 2019
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There's always plenty to do in Dallas, but finding fun on the cheap can be another story.

If you're on the hunt for events and activities that won't break the bank, we've got three solid options that'll cost you nothing at all, from a book signing with a decorator to a prom dress kick-off party.

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Progress Lighting Design Series 

Progress Lighting will host a book signing with designer Jeffrey Allen Marks on Thursday afternoon. Marks has decorated London townhouses and Malibu beach houses, according to his website. Elle Décor magazine has also named Marks one of its top 25 decorators. 

Lunch will be provided in showroom 3420-TM from noon to 1 p.m, followed by the book signing from 1 to 2 p.m.

When: Thursday, Jan.17, noon-2 p.m.
Where: Dallas Market Center, 2100 N. Stemmons Freeway
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to register

SXSW Community Meet Up

Connect with like-minded people at SXSW's community meet up on Thursday night. This networking event is intended to collaborate and share ideas with individuals in the music, film and technology industries, according to its website. 

When: Thursday, Jan. 17, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Tech Wildcatters at WeWork Thanksgiving Tower, 1601 Elm St., Floor 33
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to register

Sherri Hill Prom Dresses 2019 Kick-Off Party


If you're looking for the perfect dress to rock to your prom this spring (or you know someone who is), check out the latest trends at the Sherri Hill Prom Dress 2019 Kick-Off Party beginning this Friday.

The collection will include boho styles, off-the-shoulder and mermaid-style gowns, two-pieces dresses and more. If you're one of the first 10 girls in line, you'll be entered to win a Sherry Hill prom dress, 10 percent off your purchase and more.

When: Friday, Jan. 18, 10 a.m.- Sunday, Jan. 20, 6 p.m.
Where: Terry Costa, 12817 Preston Road., Suite 138
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to register