Halloween may be over, but that just means that the holiday season is now underway! Doesn’t matter that it’s still 80 degrees outside because we’re about to see all the stores explode with holly, lights, scarves and whatnot. Everyone, just think cool thoughts. And we’ve got some cool stuff coming up this weekend including the beginning of the 12 Days of Christmas at the Arboretum, the Festival at the Switchyard with the BareNaked Ladies, the Japanese fall Festival and more!

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 6. Don’t even get me started on how much I hate this. But don’t forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour at 2am. 

Check out some great volunteer opportunities to give back during this Thanksgiving month.
There are so many opportunities including the Salvation Army Angel Tree, Feed the Hungry Friendsgiving, The Stewpot Annual Dinner and more! We’ve pulled together a #Snitchlist Volunteer Guide for a just some of the great places to give your time this month.
Learn About Opportunities Here

Local Motion: Dance Like Your Favorite Popstar
Nov 5 9am
This event is free & open to the public! This popular series of free fitness classes takes place in Sammons Park on Saturday mornings during spring and fall. Local Motion classes are always led by professional instructors and are a fun, healthy way to get fit. Gaga, Britney and JLo – oh my! In a series called “Icons: Dance Like Your Favorite Popstar,” choreographer Michael Frazier will teach you moves on Saturday morning that you can use in the club Saturday night.
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Japanese Garden Fall Festival – Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Nov 5 – Nov 6
Enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts, sword demonstrations, raku, tea ceremonies, and more as we celebrate the year of the monkey! Located inside the historic Japanese Garden inside the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.  Admission Adults $8, Children (4-12yrs.) $4,  Children 3 and under free.
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7th Annual Festival at the Switchyard with the BareNaked Ladies!
Nov 5 11am
The Festival at the Switchyard honors the critical role the railroad played in putting Carrollton on the map and continuing importance of rail in Carrollton’s present and future. The event is held in the streets of Downtown Carrollton, situated off I-35E at Belt Line Road, with FREE admission, FREE parking, FREE rides, FREE games, and FREE concerts, The BareNaked Ladies will be the headline band!
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Grapevine Veteran’s Day Parade
Nov 5 – Nov 6
The city of Grapevine’s mission statement is to create a Veterans Day event that creates a meaningful experience for veterans and citizens alike. In addition, creating an environment that develops a greater understanding of what Veterans Day is all about. This year is special,  the parade commemorates the 25th Anniversary of the ending to Operation Desert Storm in 1991.
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10th Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes – Grapevine
Nov 5 4pm
Founded in 1844, Grapevine is the oldest community in Tarrant County, Texas. Quaint, historic homes from the 1880s to the 1950s make up most of the Historic District’s housing. Grapevine’s Historic Township will showcase a variety of beautiful historic homes and buildings during the Tenth Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes. Guests on this annual self-guided walking tour will have the opportunity to learn about the histories and renovations of each of the homes and buildings and speak with the property owners during the event. Docents will also be on hand to answer any questions. The Tenth Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes starts at Ted R. Ware Plaza, 206 W. Hudgins St. Parking is located behind the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau and throughout Historic Downtown Grapevine. Each participant receives a guidebook and a complimentary wine tasting. Luminaries will mark each destination home.
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Veterans Day Ceremony – Flower Mound HS Football Stadium
Nov 6  1 – 3pm
A family picnic will be held from 1:00pm-2:00pm with free hot dogs, cake, and lemonade. From 2:00pm-3:00pm, the Town will host a Veterans Day Ceremony, which will include a Veterans Review where approximately 200 local Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and ROTC units parade before the Veterans in uniform.
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Granada Theatre Presents: Texas Chili Festival
Nov 6 12pm
The Inaugural Texas Chili Festival is a celebration of autumn combining music, chili and good times. The event will feature North Texas chefs competing against one another for the right to be called the King of Chili. Chili will be available for purchase, along with other food options, and participating chili Chef’s will provide 1 oz sampling portions while supplies last. They will have two stages showcasing a combination of Americana and Texas Country music. Additionally, a vendor village, interactive game area, and VIP tent all will be on display for event-goers to enjoy. 8 great bands including at the Chili Fest!
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 7th Annual Taste of Coppell 2016
Nov 6 4pm
Showcases the many great restaurants and eateries in and around Coppell. Join us for an evening of fun and food, food, food! For one low admission price, guests will enjoy unlimited food and beverage tastes. Taste of Coppell is a community event that has grown year after year, where one can taste a variety of food and drinks, and listen to entertaining music in a relaxed environment. Tickets $35. Event Location: 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell, TX. Parking Location: 345 Freeport Parkway, Coppell, TX.
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12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS at the Dallas Arboretum
Nov 6 – Jan 9
Dallas’ favorite holiday tradition just got brighter! Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Holiday at the Arboretum, featuring the return of the magnificent The 12 Days of Christmas outdoor exhibit, open every weekend for the first time ever. Experience the magic of 500,000 lights throughout the garden 25′ Victorian style gazebos filled charming, costumed characters, whimsical animals and music my famous be the classic carol. A variety of holiday music is provided throughout the garden. Seasonal sweet and savory treats and hot beverages for children and adults are available for purchase.
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Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum
Sept17 – Nov 25
Gourd is an awesome word. Go see some. This year’s event will highlight the “Art of the Pumpkin.” The Imaginative Pumpkin houses with over 90,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash, along with 150,000 beautiful fall blooming plants. Don’t miss this amazing festival and be ready to light up insta with your genius photos.
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GALLERIA DALLAS CHRISTMAS TREE RAISING
Nov 6, 2016 @ 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Galleria Dallas has been considered one of the top holiday destination spots for shoppers across North Texas and around the world for more than three decades. From the iconic 95-foot indoor Christmas tree to Missile Toes, the ice skating Santa who shoots fireworks from his skates, the holiday celebration is much like the shopping center (and Texas) — big and bold. The holiday season at Galleria Dallas kicks off in early November with the decorating of America’s tallest indoor Christmas tree, which features nearly a half million lights, 10,000 ornaments and a 100-pound, 10-foot tall LED star. From Sunday, November 6 through Wednesday, November 9, a crew of 50 will be working round-the-clock to decorate and raise Galleria Dallas’ iconic holiday tree in grand fashion.
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