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STOMP

June 7 – 12, 2011
Music Hall at Fair Park

STOMP is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews, and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.

The return of the percussive hit also brings some new surprises, with some sections of the show now updated and restructured and the addition of two new full-scale routines, utilizing props like tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans. As USA Today says, “STOMP finds beautiful noises in the strangest places.”  Buy your tickets for STOMP and save 15%.

STOMP. See what all the noise is about.

“STOMP is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser with a rock-and-roll heart. An exuberant display of physical prowess and ensemble coordination, the show demonstrates with an entrancing charm the music to be found in everyday objects. An irresistibly frisky percussion troupe.” -Stephen Holden, The New York Times

“STOMP is hot. A primer on primal percussion … rock and roll with a killer beat. It works terrifically.” -Octavio Roca, San Francisco Chronicle

“Magically weaves the rhythms of the street into a primal soundscape that cannot be ignored. This is compelling stuff, witty and playful. They stamped their feet, they whistled, they cheered. And that was nothing compared to how the audience reacted!” -The Toronto Sun

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In town for the Memorial Day weekend? Head on over for a taste of Chef Blythe Beck’s new Texas-themed summer menu and cocktails at the 2nd Annual Central 214‘ Memorial Day Patio Party  Sunday evening.

It’s  the premier of the popular Central 214 Sunset Movie Series. Sunday, May 29, kicks-off a four-week-long tribute to the ‘80s, beginning with “Ferris Beuller’s Day Off.” Central 214′s extensive Late Night Happy Hour food and drink menu will be offered each week for the patio flicks.

Central 214 Memorial Day Patio Party Supports the Troops

This year’s event will support the troops with 50 percent of proceeds going to the USO Dallas/Fort Worth, which has welcomed more than 1 million service members traveling through DFW Airport. Kick-back with bites, drinks and DJ tunes on the popular courtyard patio. This Memorial Day event, benefitting the  USO DFW debuts  Chef Blythe Beck’s new Texas-Themed summer menu  and cocktails.

Help send a little piece of Texas to U.S. Troops overseas by signing a special USO Hello From the Home Front banner. The Central 214 Memorial Day Patio Party is sponsored by Ben E. Keith and Austin-based Deep Eddy Vodka. There is no entry fee.

Central 214 Sunset Movie Series

Stick around after the party for the premier of the popular Central 214 Sunset Movie Series. Sunday, May 29, kicks-off a four-week-long tribute to the ‘80s, beginning with “Ferris Beuller’s Day Off.” Central 214’s extensive Late Night Happy Hour food and drink menu will be offered each week for the patio flicks.

Central 214 at Hotel Palomar Dallas
Courtyard Patio
5680 North Central Expwy.
at Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX 75206
214-443-9339

Central  214

Central 214’s extensive menu celebrates familiar flavors and the rich tradition of contemporary regional American cuisine. Diners experience Executive Chef Blythe Beck’s passion for food and for life through her hearty and traditional classics seasoned with rich ingredients and a famously “naughty” twist”.

The menu evolves with the seasons and features only the freshest steak, pork, seafood, poultry and local produce. Chef Blythe Beck practices the environmentally friendly standards of the Monterey Bay Seafood Watchlist when selecting seafood for the menu.

Located adjacent to Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Dallas, Central 214 is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as weekend brunch. Reservations are recommended. Complimentary valet parking is available. Visit www.central214.com

About the USO

The USO (United Service Organizations) lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops and their families, wounded warriors and their families and the families of the fallen.

The USO is a private, non-profit organization, not a government agency. We rely on the generosity of our volunteers and donors. In addition to individual donors and other corporate sponsors, the USO is supported by Worldwide Strategic Partners: American Airlines, AT&T Inc., BAE Systems, The Boeing Company, Clear Channel Communications, The Coca-Cola Company, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Procter & Gamble and TriWest Healthcare Alliance. We are also supported through the United Way and Combined Federal Campaign (CFC-11381). To join us in this patriotic mission and to learn more about the USO, please visit www.uso.org.

Do your vacation plans include travel to Canada, Europe, Asia or Australia? No matter where you travels may take you, if you are traveling outside the United States, you will need a U.S. Passport.  Obtaining the correct travel documents for international travel can take time and involve you waiting in long governmental lines.

DFW Passport Center

Concierge Connection  and DFW Passport Center have partnered to provide you with a “RUSH” U.S. Passport and Travel Visa service for over 190 countries. As a client of Concierge Connection  you receive a 10% discount on all services.As well as FREE pick-up and delivery within 5 miles of Downtown Dallas. Emergency Same Day service is also available for U.S. Passports and most Travel Visas.

DFW Passport Center is based in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Their professional staff acts on your behalf  to make it more convenient for you to quickly obtain your travel documents. Handling rush Passports, Tourist Visas, Business Visas, Student Visas and more. With several convenient DFW locations, DFW Passport Center reliably fulfills your travel document needs through their registrations and relationships with United States Passport Agency, foreign embassies, and consulates.

Concierge Connection Discount

To obtain your 10% discount, call DFW Passport Center at  1-800-936-2370
(Special toll-free number set up specifically for Concierge Connection  clients)

Marvin’s Room
May 28 – June 26, 2011

Marvin’s Room has been called “one of the funniest plays of the year, as well as one of the wisest and most moving” by the New York Times. Marvin’s Room tells the story of Bessie, the caretaker of her ailing father, Marvin and her aunt Ruth.

While nursing them, Bessie learns that she herself now has leukemia. She contacts her estranged siblings in hopes of getting a donor for a much-needed bone marrow transplant.

Despite the serious subject matter, Marvin’s Room has an enduring sense of humor that proves that laughter and reconciliation are the best medicines.

Upcoming Productions at Circle Theater in Fort Worth

Becky’s New Car  by Steven Dietz
July 28 – August 27, 2011

Becky Foster is a normal  married, middle-aged and a mom. She isn’t really unhappy, but from her desk at a car dealership, she can’t help wondering what else is out there for her. Unexpected plot twists and turns make this touching comedy a journey well worth remembering. Adult content.

The Fantasticks
September 22 – October 22, 2011

The Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre -1992 and the World’s Longest Running Musical – Guinness Book of Records

The Fantasticks is a musical classic is a captivating and simple romantic comedy about a boy, a girl, two fathers, a wall – and the power and pain of young love.

Narrated by the dashing El Gallo who creates a “fantastic” world of moonlight and magic, and then pain and disillusionment, until the boy and girl find their way back to one another.

Seven in One Blow or The Brave Little Kid
November 17 – December 17, 2011

You will enjoy this family friendly  play written and conceived by Randy Sharp and Axis Company. It is adapted from a classic fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, featuring a blend of music, creative technology and live performance. Children (and adults) in the audience will be encouraged to participate in many of the Kid’s challenges with singing and organized “shout outs

Discount Tickets for the Circle Theater in Fort Worth

Concierge Connection has a great deal for you on tickets to the Circle Theater. We will offer a $5 discount on any regular-priced ticket to see a production at Circle Theatre.

Tickets can be ordered online at www.circletheatre.com or by phone at 817-877-3040 using the promo code: CCI 

(Please note: this offer is not good for our previews on May, 26, 27, & 28 matinée.)
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Texas summers can be hot and nothing cools you off like a day at SplashTown in Houston. You will love sliding down the Stingray Racer,  the longest, largest, and only 6-lane  thrill ride or the Tornado, the ultimate water ride set 75 feet in the air where you slide down a 132 foot long tunnel and  then you are thrown into the giant open-ended funnel splashing back and forth on 5,000 gallons of swirling water!

SplashTown is a great place for your next family vacation or a weekend getaway. SplashTown is Houston’s largest water park, with rides like the Space Rapids, where you will  float through an enclosed tube; the Thunder Run,  a family fun tube ride with wild twists and exciting turns or the Zoom Flumes Slide,  a 95-foot, tandem tubing slide or brave one of two semi-enclosed slides.

SplashTown Events

June 4th KidsFest

Bring the whole  family to SplashTown for KidFest and enjoy a fun-filled day of activities, games, and some great music by a wave pool DJ.

July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza

Come celebrate the 4th of July at SplashTown for lots of fun, water park activities, music, games, prizes and an extraordinary fireworks display to end your 4th of July weekend!

Group and Corporate Events at SplashTown

SplashTown is a great place for your next family vacation or a group event. In addition to the spectacular water attractions, SplashTown is one of the largest providers of company picnics and catered outings in the Houston area. Bring a group of 75 or more for a private picnic together in the ranch style catering facility, then enjoy the thrilling rides.

You will enjoy a fully catered, all-you-can-eat buffet style meal and the SplashTown staff handles all the details of the picnic from set up to clean up. You will also be provided with promotional material to make your event a success. In addition you will have access to a PA system, an Outing Games Coordinator and a welcoming sign of your organization.

Discount Tickets for SplashTown Houson

Concierge Connection has a special deal for you on daily tickets to SplashTown. Order your SplashTown  tickets online to avoid the lines and save $9 off the adult main gate admission.

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You had a busy week. You didn’t mean to, but you almost forgot to send flowers or a gift to your mom for Mother’s Day. It is not too late to make Mother’s Day special for the her. Luckily,  I have compiled a quick list of resources you can use to order flowers, gifts and make reservations for Mother’s Day meals.

Mother’s Day Flowers

Goodies From Goodman makes lovely floral arrangements for all occasions. I have used them many times for my clients. Goodies From Goodman‘s floral department has designed several bouquets with mom in mind.

You can order online and have them shipped right to Mom’s door. Most arrangements come in 3 sizes and for a little extra, you can add a plush teddy bear, scented candles or even balloons.

Order Mother’s Day Flowers from Goodies From Goodman

Voted Best Florist in Dallas by D Magazine, Dr Delphinium is known for their elegant floral designs. Kids can also show Mom how much they care. This year, Kids get a Free flower for Mom at Dr Delphinium when they draw a picture that explains “Why does your mom deserve flowers on Mother’s Day?” Simply  download, print and complete this page and bring it to the store at 5806 West Lovers Lane by May 8th, 2011 for a FREE rose for your mom!

Order Mother’s Day Flowers from Dr Delphinium

More Mother’s Day Events

Mother’s Day Specials for A Special Mother

Take her out for a special lunch or dinner at The Capital Grille, Villa-O or Victory Tavern or treat Mom to a relaxing day at The Spa at the  Stoneleigh Hotel.

Pamper Mom With Mother’s Day ‘Spa’cials 2011 at V Spa at Hilton Anatole

Treat Mom like a queen this Mother’s Day at the enchanting V Spa at Hilton Anatole. V Spa is offering 3 Mother’s Day spa specials throughout the month of May.

Make Reservations for Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner

Whether your mom enjoys a champagne brunch or a casual dinner, OpenTable is a great way to make reservations at your favorite restaurants. Check out this list os special Mother’s Day dining events in Dallas, with many restaurants offering complimentary mimosas, Bloody Marys, and champagne for moms.

OpenTable lists more than 20,000 restaurants nationwide and they also have apps for you mobile phone, making it even more convenient to make your dining reservations.

Treat Mom like a queen this Mother’s Day at the enchanting V Spa at Hilton Anatole.  V Spa is offering three Mother’s Day spa specials available throughout the month of May. All treatments begin in the Asian-inspired relaxation room where mom can unwind and slow down with a fragrant heated neck pillow, foot bath, glass of champagne and favorite magazine.

Also included are the pleasures of Verandah Club, an 80,000 sq. ft. fitness facility featuring an outdoor pool with swim-up bar and indoor wet area including Jacuzzi, dry sauna and Eucalyptus steam room, and a variety of workout classes and activities.

The legendary Hilton Anatole is offering Mother’s Day room specials starting at $79 with reservations for either Saturday, May 7 or Sunday, May 8. Mom will be thrilled with the Hilton Serenity Bed and luxury linen that she will not have to make in the morning and the Crabtree & Evelyn La Source bath amenities. Room rate specials are only available with purchase of one of V Spa’s featured treatments and can be made by calling V Spa Manager Sarah Long at 214.761.7807

V SPA’S MOTHER’S DAY ‘SPA’CIALS

Thank you from Head-to-Toe

A sweet sampling of four 25-minute spa essential treatments including a massage, facial, manicure and pedicure. $140 / 100 minutes

Mom-to-Be Massage

An ultra-hydrating massage for expecting mothers using an organic shea butter blended with all-natural extracts to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Soothing strokes and stretching techniques provides the ultimate in maximum relaxation and restorative comfort for mothers-to-be. Available for guests after their first trimester. $90 / 50 minutes

Mom and Me

Buy one spa treatment and get the second treatment half off. This fabulous promotion is available on all of V Spa’s lavish services, such as the Vino Therapy Massage, Organic Facial, scrubs, wraps and fun add-ons. To take advantage of the special, guests must come in together by May 31. Half price treatment is of equal or lesser value. Couple’s suite reservation based on availability.

V Spa, named “Best Day Spa” by Allure Magazine, is located on the second floor of the Verandah Club at the Hilton Anatole Hotel (2201 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207). Spa services are available Sunday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Complimentary valet parking is provided for all V Spa clients at the Hilton Anatole Hotel Tower entrance with validated parking ticket. Appointments can be made by calling 214.761.7800. www.vspadallas.com

Taste of Argentina Wine Dinner – May 5, 2011

Enjoys a 5 course meal of Steel’s signature Asian-inspired Cuisine paired with 5 exceptional Wines – $75 per person.

Wine lovers and foodies alike will enjoy this special dining event at Steel this week. They will host a Taste of Argentina Wine Dinner on Thursday, May 5th. You won’t want to miss this exceptional dinner!

Celebrate Argentina with a special five-course dinner featuring creative Asian-inspired cuisine courses paired with exceptional Argentine wines at Steel in Uptown Dallas. Stewart Elliott, former Argentina winery owner and the president of Bottled Poetry Wine Importers, will be on hand to present the wines and answer your questions.

The Argentina Wine Dinner will pair some of the country’s best regional wines with Chef Mark’s unique dishes, featuring Asian Marinated West Texas Beef Rib Eye,

Argentina Wine Dinner Menu

Hors’ d’oeuvres

Grilled Sushi Rice Cake with Spicy Tuna, Jalapeno and Tobiko Caviar Smoked Salmon Mousse Canapés

Wine – Laborum Torrontés 2009

First Plate

Three Samurai Sushi Rice and Wasabi-Honey with Three Toppings: Tuna & Strawberries, Whitefish & Blackberries, Salmon & Mango

Wine – Bressia Piel Negra Pinot Noir 2009

Second Plate

Roast Black Cod Marinated and Glazed with Miso and Sake With a large Tamago (Omelet) Maki Roll Filled with Sea Urchin-Snow Crab Rice

Wine – Las Perdices Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2008

Third Plate

Asian Marinated West Texas Beef Rib Eye, Grilled and Served with Sauteed Vegetables

Wine – Bressia Profundo 2005 Fourth Plate

Individual Tropical Fruit Trifle

Wine – Tresana 2008 Sparkling Rose

$75 per person plus tax and gratuity

Reception at 6:30pm. $75 per person. Reservations are required. Make your reservations by calling at 214-219-9908. Steel in located at  3180 Welborn Avenue (Oak Lawn at Cedar Springs), Dallas TX.

View the Full Argentina Wine Dinner Menu (pdf)