May 15, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Go on, walk the line.

HEAR
Ring of Fire: the Music of Johnny Cash
What: The hit Broadway musical about the country crooner is in town.
Why: You know all his songs by heart.
When: Thru May 25. Thurs. & Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 2 & 8 p.m.
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 First Ave. Tickets at 214-631-2787 or online at ticketmaster.com.

SUPPORT
Katy 5K
What: Besides the tenth annual race (which benefits the Friends of the Katy Trail), there will be fare from 50-plus local restaurants and live music by The Blenders.
Why: You’re feeling sporty.
When: Thurs. Registration, 4:30 p.m.; race, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Reverchon Park, 3505 Maple Ave. (214-303-1180).

SEE
Natalie Erwin
What: Beretta Gallery hosts a cocktail reception for the artist and her new works including custom hunting dog portraits.
Why: Father’s Day is around the corner.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 41 Highland Park Village (214-559-9800).

SHOP
Stuart Weitzman
What: The designer shoe boutique is hosting a fall trunk show and preorder event for hard-to-find sizes (four to twelve) and widths (AAAA to C).
Why: You’re belong to the AAA club.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expy., ste. 517 (214-369-0022).

INDULGE
Sangria Stop n Shop
What: Fifteen West Village retailers host a shopping event with (duh) sangria and a portion of the day’s proceeds going to local charity Heart House Dallas.
Why: Better than brunch.
When: Sun., 2-6 p.m.
Where: 3699 McKinney Ave. Tickets at participating stores.