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Register to Win a Summer Family Vacation   This summer we wanted to create a promotion that celebrates the family vacation by giving away 12 incredible trips for families looking to create their own memories. We have hand picked some of the most memorable destinations our families have experienced and asked them to provide a FREE vacation to award to perhaps YOU!

Tower Building in Fair Park, June 23, 2012   BRING YOUR PET to the Dallas Pet Expo and meet Shorty Rossi, star of "Pit Boss" on Animal Planet! This event takes place Saturday, June 23, 2012, from 10AM to 6PM, INDOORS at the Tower Building in Fair Park with FREE admission! You're welcome to BRING YOUR DOG or your bird or even your lizard -- just make sure that you have proof of current age-appropriate immunizations (if applicable) and that your canine companion is on a non-retractable lead. Check out a special appearance by SHORTY ROSSI (and his pit bull, Hercules), star of 'PIT BOSS' on Animal Planet, 100 + PET-FRIENDLY EXHIBITORS and RESCUE GROUPS, see live demonstrations in AGILITY, OBEDIENCE TRAINING, PET CARE & ACTIVISM, great giveaways and PRIZES, amazing DISCOUNTS on your favorite pet products, talent contest and COSTUME CONTEST, fabulous RETAILERS and much more FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! And if you're looking to add a new pet to your family, a MEGA-ADOPTION event sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospitals will have more than 300 pets available for adoption. Plus we will be offering LOW-COST IMMUNIZATIONS and MICROCHIPPING for the furry friends that need them! If you're a pet owner -- or want to be one -- you'll find everything you need under one roof, so that you can PLAY, SHOP, LEARN OR ADOPT in AIR-CONDITIONED COMFORT. For more information, visit us at DallasPetExpo.com or join us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dallaspetexpo), shoot us an email at expo@dallaspetexpo.com or give us a call at 800-977-3609. View our website for directions, vaccination pricing, exhibitor list, entertainment schedules and more. Admission is FREE. See you there! (less) ... (more)

Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall, Aug. 4, 2012   BRING YOUR PET to the Windy City Pet Expo and meet Shorty Rossi, star of "Pit Boss" on Animal Planet! This event takes place Saturday, August 4th, 2012, from 10AM to 6PM, INDOORS at Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall with FREE admission! You're welcome to BRING YOUR DOG or your bird or even your lizard -- just make sure that you have proof of current age-appropriate immunizations (if applicable) and that your canine companion is on a non-retractable lead. Check out a special appearance by SHORTY ROSSI (and his pit bull, Hercules), star of 'PIT BOSS' on Animal Planet, 150 + PET-FRIENDLY EXHIBITORS and RESCUE GROUPS, see live demonstrations in AGILITY, OBEDIENCE TRAINING, PET CARE & ACTIVISM, great giveaways and PRIZES, amazing DISCOUNTS on your favorite pet products, talent contest and COSTUME CONTEST, fabulous RETAILERS and much more FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! And if you're looking to add a new pet to your family, a MEGA-ADOPTION event sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospitals will have more than 300 pets available for adoption. Plus we will be offering LOW-COST IMMUNIZATIONS and MICROCHIPPING for the furry friends that need them! If you're a pet owner -- or want to be one -- you'll find everything you need under one roof, so that you can PLAY, SHOP, LEARN OR ADOPT in AIR-CONDITIONED COMFORT. For more information, visit us at SanAntonioPetExpo.com or join us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/sanantoniopetexpo), shoot us an email at expo@sanantoniopetexpo.com or give us a call at 800-977-3609. View our website for directions, vaccination pricing, exhibitor list, entertainment schedules and more. Admission is FREE. See you there! (less) ... (more)

Two-time winner of IAAPA's Family Entertainment Center of the Year!   America's Incredible Pizza Company is a family entertainment venue where nothing tops the food but the fun! We have a full buffet including pizza, pasta, salad, potato, and so much more. Each buffet includes your drink and dessert! Everything is prepared fresh daily. Great place to bring your group, celebration event, birthday, or corporate outing! (less) ... (more)

Christian Summer Camp and Retreat Center   Cho-Yeh is a Christian recreation camp for children ages 6-16. We offer one and two week sessions. With an outstanding college staff, Cho-Yeh provides a safe, fun environment for campers to grow in their faith while building relationships with others. Some of our activities include paintball, mountain biking, horseback riding, wakeboarding, archery, riflery, rock climbing, swimming, blobbing, diving, snorkeling, banana boating, high ropes, arts & crafts, pedal karts, volleyball, soccer, dance, and cheerleading. (less) ... (more)

We Do Minature Big!   Our Goal Is to make your visit here at Embassy Miniature Golf a day filled with Good Clean Family FUN! From our sparkling clean facilities, to the pristine greens and lush tropical setting, our goal in business is to make sure your visit here is a memorable one! Schedule your next Birthday Party, Office Party, Safety Meeting or Youth Event here at Embassy! Come on over and Putt-A-Round... where we do Miniature BIG! (less) ... (more)

A Multi-Sensory Learning Experience!   Fantastic Magic Camp is a fully-inclusive non-profit day camp which uses the fascination and fun of magic, juggling, and puppets to build self-confidence and raise self-esteem in school-age children in Central Texas. Founded in Austin in 1993, the Fantastic Magic Camp has never turned down any child who wanted to attend.

Summer Skills Clinics Coming to Your Area!   PURCHASE ONLINE AT www.HarlemGlobetrotters.com or call 1-800-641-HOOP ext. 146. MEET STARS! The only place where you can play and learn with the actual stars. AUTOGRAPHS & PHOTOS WITH THE STARS! There's time for autographs, chat, and photos with the players (Bring a camera!). GET A COOL GLOBETROTTERS NICKNAME -- given to you by one of our stars. FREE TICKET TO THE LIVE TOUR! Every kid participant gets a voucher for a complimentary ticket to the 2013 World Tour. LEARN THE MAGIC CIRCLE! Learn a signature move, and learn how to do a Magic Circle taught by the stars. CHALLENGE! Gain confidence & have fun in an encouraging atmosphere. Stars will share how THEY do it so you can too! (less) ... (more)

Naturally Wild   Recognized by Parents magazine as one of the Ten Best Zoos for Kids, the Houston Zoo is an exciting live animal adventure that provides a unique educational and conservation resource serving 1.7 million guests annually. Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, the Zoo is home to more than 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. Operated by the not-for-profit Houston Zoo, Inc., the Houston Zoo is located at 6200 Golf Course Drive in beautiful Hermann Park. The Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during Central Standard Time (last admission at 5 p.m.) and from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. during Central Daylight Time (last admission at 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed Christmas Day. Regular admission is $11 for adults, $6 for seniors, $7 for children ages 2-11 and FREE for children under 2. Visit the courtesy booth at your neighborhood Fiesta Mart and purchase an adult Zoo admission for $9 and a child Zoo admission for $6. Zoo memberships start at only $55. (less) ... (more)

Paseo del Rio Association   The Paseo del Rio Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1968 to promote and support the San Antonio River Walk, the number one tourist attraction in Texas. The association accomplishes this through the production of special events along the River Walk throughout the year and through the publication of Rio Magazine, a monthly visitor magazine distributed to 35,000 each month. (less) ... (more)

Computer and Technology Camp   Find your SPACE to WONDER this Summer! Design a computer game or build a computer; make a robot or develop a webpage; direct and edit your own video or animate graphics! Campers can do all of that and more during our weekly Summer day camps located in Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Houston & DC area. Our project-based curricula, designed by Rice University graduates instill technology principles as well as problem solving and critical thinking skills in a FUN environment. Campers get immediate hands-on experience from highly trained technology industry staff and counselors. Small groups of 1 counselor per 6 campers ensure plenty of 1-to-1 time so that every camper has a customized Summer experience. Our courses give campers the tools to explore their tech side while reaching their creative potential. Enroll today and spend your Summer learning new technology skills while having a blast! WS welcomes all experience levels and all ages 5-17 years old. (less) ... (more)