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Guitar lessons for kids and adults
  Every Saturday
Classical Guitar with Susan Graham, Saturdays from 1:30- 5:30 (1 hour/$15). Learn jazz, rock and world music through the language of the classical/nylon string guitar. Ann Armstrong’s Blues Guitar, Saturdays from 12 noon – 3 p.m. (30 min/$12). Learn from acoustic and electric blues to country and Hawaiian slack key on a steel string or electric guitar. Songwriting also available.

Where: Ice House Cultural Center
When: 12 noon- 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Prices vary

Sponsored by: IHCC
Contact Name: Hortencia Rubalcava
Contact Phone: 214-670-7524
Contact Email:

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CLASSES AT SDCC
  On-going
Check out the new Fall classes at the SDCC! There's something for all ages and all levels of talent. Don't spend your free time on the couch when you can be living it up at the South Dallas Cultural Center. If the Black Experience is what you crave, then the Center is where you need to be! Get more info on classes HERE.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave
When: varied
Admission: varied

Sponsored by: South Dallas Cultural Center
Contact Name: Tisha Crear
Contact Phone: 214/671-0727
Contact Email: tisha.crear@dallascityhall.com

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GWENDOLYN BROOKS READING CLUB
  Saturdays
The Gwendolyn Brooks Reading Club is for children ages 5 through 12 years. It's free and a lot of fun! Children gain the joy of reading and becoming acquainted with African American authors all while exploring the theater & visual arts. Sponsored by TARGET.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave
When: 10am-12 noon
Admission: FREE

Sponsored by: TARGET & SDCC
Contact Name: Tisha Crear
Contact Phone: 214/671-0727
Contact Email: tisha.crear@dallascityhall.com

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The Dead Photographers Society
  May 12 - June 12, 2009
A visual feast of black and white photography. This exhibition will feature landscape, portraiture and other subject matter by artists from the DFW region.

Where: Ice House Cultural Center
When: Gallery hours: Tue-Fri 1-6 p.m. Sat 12-6 p.m.
Admission: Free

Sponsored by: IHCC
Contact Name:
Contact Phone: 214-670-7524
Contact Email:

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Unsolicited Thoughts: The Art of Freddie McCoo
  Jun 6-Jul 18, 2009
In his first one man exhibition in the Arthello Beck Gallery, St. Louis native Freddie McCoo presents a powerful body of work that clearly illustrates his command of his primary medium, acrylic paint. Never one to shy away from a politically charged visual discourse, McCoo tackles some of the most explosive topics on the minds of people today. Meet the Artist talk will be on Saturday June 13 at 5 pm. The exhibit runs through July 18, 2009.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave
When: 4-7 pm
Admission: Free

Sponsored by: South Dallas Cultural Center
Contact Name: Vicki Meek
Contact Phone: 214/670-0315
Contact Email: victoria.meek@dallascityhall.com

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35mm Photography Class
  June 6, 13 & 20
Learn how to take beautiful photos in this two hour class. Students will learn the basic operation of a digital or traditional film camera as well as advanced techniques dealing with exposure and composition. Ages 12 and up. $25 per person. Classes offered June 6, 13 & 20. Call 214-670-7524 to register.

Where: Ice House Cultural Center
When: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission: $25 per person

Sponsored by: IHCC
Contact Name:
Contact Phone: 214-670-7524
Contact Email:

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Collage Making Workshop
  June 6, 13 & 20
Explore your creative side as you learn collage making techniques that create a unique work of art with visual depth and form. All materials are provided but students are welcome to bring copies of photos to incorporate into their collage. Please dress appropriately for working with glue. Ages 12 and up. $20 per class. Classes offered June 6, 13, & 20. Call 214-670-7524 to register.

Where: Ice House Cultural Center
When: 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Admission: $20 per person

Sponsored by: IHCC
Contact Name:
Contact Phone: 214-670-7524
Contact Email:

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Soulful Melodies
  June 6-July 18, 2009
Dallas painter Patrick Crouch exhibits mixed-media works that celebrate the rich musical traditions of Black America in the Emerging Artists Gallery. Meet the Artist talk will happen on Saturday, June 13 from 5-6 pm.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave.
When: 4-7 pm
Admission: Free

Sponsored by: South Dallas Cultural Center
Contact Name: Vicki Meek
Contact Phone: 214/670-0315
Contact Email: victoria.meek@dallascityhall.com

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An Evening of Spoken Word
  Thursday, June 18, 2009
Fort Worth National Poetry Slam champ, Michael Guinn hosts this monthly poetry open mic. It's a laid-back, very neo-soul atmosphere where a slammin' DJ provides a steady mellow vibe and the emcee keeps the poets secure! Poets from around the metroplex are invited to participate. Register to perform by visiting www.mikeguinn.com.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave.
When: 7 pm
Admission: Free but donations welcome!

Sponsored by: SDCC and Michael Guinn
Contact Name: Michael Guinn
Contact Phone: 817-412-3964
Contact Email: jordanmichaelg@yahoo.com

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Jammin at the Center
  Friday June 19, 2009
The best straight-ahead jazz jam session in North Texas. Always smoke-free, always FREE! Musicians are invited to sit in with the Jammin' house band led by Shelley Carrol.

Where: South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave
When: 12 midnight-3 am
Admission: FREE

Sponsored by: South Dallas Cultural Center
Contact Name: Vicki Meek
Contact Phone: 214/670-0315
Contact Email: victoria.meek@dallascityhall.com

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