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The Weekend Guide

Fall’s sweet rewards.

EAT
Red River Rivalry Cupcakes
What:
Sprinkles Cupcakes serves Longhorn Vanilla and Big Red Velvet for Texas/OU weekend.
Why: It’s a sweet cause — 100 percent of proceeds benefits Children’s Medical Center and Children’s Medical Research Institute.
When: Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 4020 Villanova Dr. (214-369-0004).

SEE
Fashion at the Park
What:
The runway extravaganza features fall looks from top designers.
Why: It’s showtime.
When: Fri.-Oct. 16.
Where: CenterPark, NorthPark Center. Tickets online at northparkcenter.com. Info at 214-363-7441.

HEAR
Désirée Anastasia
What:
Acoustic guitar and vocals somewhere between Edith Piaf and Portishead.
Why: Listen up.
When: Thurs., 9 p.m.
Where: Absinthe Lounge, 1409 S. Lamar St., ste. 8 (214-421-5500).

PERUSE
Pottery in the Park

What:
Shop local wares while enjoying hands-on firing demos, refreshments, and rides for the kiddos.
Why: Pottery’s dope.
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Lockheed Martin Recreation Association, 3400 Bryant Irvin Rd., Fort Worth.

SUPPORT
End Poverty 2015
What:
For every $100 spent at G-Star Raw, the store will donate a meal in your honor to Nourish the Children.
Why: Poverty bites.
When: Thru Oct. 19. Kick-off, Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 2404 Victory Park Ln. (214-922-9994).

GO
Excitations.com
What: Dallas is now on the extreme gift-giving site with packages from hot-air ballooning to behind-the-scene Texas Stadium tours.
Why: The holidays are almost here.
When: Your call.
Where: Online at excitations.com.

Location
4020 Villanova Dr
The Plaza @ Preston Center
Dallas, TX 75225
214-369-0004
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