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Image: Corporate Council on Africa
Dallas To Host 2024 U.S.‑Africa Business Summit May 6‑9
by David Seeley | Apr 15, 2024
Returning to the U.S. for the first time in seven years, the Corporate Council on Africa’s annual U.S.-Africa Business Summit will be held at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas. With consumer spending in Africa slated to hit $2 trillion in 2025—and with some of the largest African diasporas living right here in North Texas—the summit could offer "immense business opportunities," the city said.
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Apr 5, 2024
From Mesquite's claim to the longest totality time in urban DFW to a star-studded event at the Cotton Bowl featuring Neil deGrasse Tyson, we've scoured the web to bring you the most stellar lineup of eclipse viewing events and options in North Texas.
Whether you're looking for a cosmic community celebration or an out-of-this-world watch party, our curated list of lists has you covered.
Whether you're looking for a cosmic community celebration or an out-of-this-world watch party, our curated list of lists has you covered.
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![Clockwise from left: Andrew Denton, Anisha Holla, Ralph Yongoueth, Ananya Sammidi, Asad Moulvi, Sahil Patel, and Rick Tett will pitch in UT Dallas' Big Idea Competition 2024 student and alumni track finals on April 17. [Photos via UT Dallas and the entrepreneurs; Graphics: DI Studio, istockphoto]](https://s24806.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/UTD-Big-Ideas-Student-Alumni-Track-BIC2024-360x203.jpg)
by Quincy Preston |
Apr 4, 2024
The University of Texas at Dallas' largest startup pitch event, now in its 17th year, isn't sitting on its laurels. Here's what's new this year, and who made the finals. With dual events, a fireside chat, and judge-powered prize allocations, it's set to unfold on April 5 and 17.
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by David Seeley |
Apr 3, 2024
"Skunk" is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for his lead guitar work with mega-hit bands including The Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, and Spirit. But like legendary Hollywood actress Hedy Lamarr, he's also an unsung hero of technology, with decades of work as a missile and national security expert. That side of his career will grab the spotlight in Dallas on April 22 during the five-day Earthx2024 conference.
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When you visit the Eyeboretum, you truly go through the looking glass. [Photo via The Joule]
The ‘Eyeboretum’ Is Coming Back to Downtown Dallas, and It’s Gonna Get Eclipsed
by David Seeley | Mar 26, 2024
The trippy, surreal, all-ages "imaginative outdoor garden" experience is back again April 5 through April 14 in honor of Dallas Arts Month. And this year the Eyeboretum will be even trippier for lucky ticketholders who already bought up a time slot on April 8—when a total solar eclipse will darken Dallas magically.
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by Quincy Preston |
Mar 26, 2024
The Dallas Chapter of The Links announces the 2024 Women Who STEAM Awards Luncheon honorees, recognizing outstanding achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
The April 4 event also marks the inaugural year of the Eddie Bernice Johnson STEAM Academy Scholarships, established in honor of the late Congresswoman's dedication to STEAM education.
The April 4 event also marks the inaugural year of the Eddie Bernice Johnson STEAM Academy Scholarships, established in honor of the late Congresswoman's dedication to STEAM education.
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by David Seeley |
Mar 25, 2024
With Tiger Woods as a partner and investor and TaylorMade's putters and balls poised for action, PopStroke is no ordinary mini golf course. Forget about windmills and silly castles—the courses here look and feel more like real golf.
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by David Seeley |
Mar 20, 2024
One way to celebrate Women's History Month: Shop local this coming long weekend at the 2024 Small Business Cohort Kickoff Weekend at Legacy West. 90% of the featured local companies are women-owned, offering everything from skincare to home design items to cookies, puzzles, jewelry, and more.
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[Photo: BANDALOOP]
Defying Gravity: Vertical Dance Innovators Will Fly High in the Dallas Arts District on April 13
by Lance Murray | Mar 7, 2024
BANDALOOP seamlessly weaves dynamic physicality and intricate choreography to turn the dance floor on its side. On April 13, the internationally renowned dance company will perform along with a big lineup of other performers and artists at the Changing Perspectives Block Party in the Dallas Arts District.
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by David Seeley |
Feb 29, 2024
The free "Sun, Moon, and You" event at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas' Fair Park will offer a sky-side seat of an amazing total solar eclipse (fingers crossed for clear skies). Scientists and astronomers will be taking the stage along with space explorer characters from the PBS show "Ready, Jet, Go."
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Feb 20, 2024
From startup evangelists to rising founders to investors fueling growth, The DEC Network's State of Entrepreneurship event and awards recognize key contributors driving DFW’s dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem. See the nominees across 9 compelling categories—and vote now for who you believe should win.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 2, 2024
The ORBIE Awards are set to recognize North Texas’ top information technology talent with back-to-back award events on Feb. 8 and 9. The DallasCISO and DallasCIO ORBIE Awards events will spotlight chief information security officers (CISOs) and chief information officers (CIOs) driving innovation and shaping the digital landscape at major North Texas organizations....
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[Photo: Dwell With Dignity]
Shop for Good: Thrift the Halls Pop-Up Wraps Up in Dallas On Saturday
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report | Dec 15, 2023
Sponsored by Amazon and partnered with local artisans, the first-ever Dwell with Dignity event at 1833 E Levee St is in its final run. But there are still deals to be had and deals to be made, the nonprofit says.
Just yesterday, an unexpected surprise arrived—12 pallets of items from Neiman Marcus....
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by Lance Murray |
Dec 1, 2023
The 5G Innovation Sessions will showcase new product innovation and demonstrations from across industries. The free event will feature panel discussions and presentations by industry executives. Here's what will be covered, and how you can register.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 16, 2023
From noon to 8 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 18, Dallas' Deep Ellum is continuing its 150th birthday celebration with the Deep Ellum Music Festival. Free and open to the public, the festival will benefit Foundation 45, a local mental health nonprofit born in Deep Ellum and serving musicians, artists, and the entire community with free group therapy.
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by Quincy Preston |
Nov 6, 2023
The Upswell Summit is coming to Texas for the first time on Nov. 15–17. The Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit Independent Sector is joining forces with community partner Social Venture Partners Dallas for a three-day conclave of minds, missions, and movements. After three years of virtual events, the annual summit is back in person.
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