Dallas - July 05, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Just because your holiday went out with a bang doesn’t mean your weekend can’t be explosive.

GO
Galaxy Drive-In
What: Catch a flick on one of four outdoor screens with car speakers from back in the day.
Why: It’s out of this world.
When: Mon.-Sun. Box office opens at 6:30 p.m.
Where: 5301 N. I-45, Ennis (972-875-5505).

HEAR
Rastabeats
What: Tunde of KNON hosts custom car show with performances from Kevin Lyttle, Ky-mani Marley, and Bushman.
Why: You’ve got rhythm.
When: Thurs., 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Centennial Hall, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Fair Park (214-906-3716). Tickets online at ticketforce.com or 877-840-0457.

Poison
What: ‘80s hair band rocks your w0rld. (Again.)
Why: They’re lethal.
When: Sun., 8 p.m.
Where: Nokia Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie (972-854-5111). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com or 214-373-8000.

READ
All About It
What: Panel discussions, workshops, and more all pay tribute to the tome during the Dallas International Book Fair.
Why: A novel idea.
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m.
Where: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young St., Downtown (214-670-7809).

DRESS
To Impress
What: Austin designer Anne Kiel’s sterling silver necklaces showcase black-and-white, vintage-inspired illustrations.
Why: It’s neck and neck.
When: Anytime you want a photo finish.
Where: Online at elsewares.com.