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Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens has 66 acres of lush plants and flowers, and you'll feel like you've entered a different world. And the best part? You'll have a stunning view of downtown White Rock Lake and the Dallas skyline. Dallas Arboretum is considered one of the best in the nation and has over a dozen different gardens and thousands of species of plants, and visitors can enjoy the parks year-round. Be sure to check out the azalea collection with its 2,400 varieties and the ferns, holly, and color garden. And don't miss the Women's Garden, a recent addition featuring small garden rooms and a reflecting pool overlooking White Rock Lake.

Did you know that the Dallas Children's Theater, located in the Rosewood Center for Family Arts, is considered one of the top 5 theaters in the nation by Time magazine? This regional powerhouse is a training ground for young performers and features 11 main-stage productions each year, showcasing the talented youth of the Dallas area. The theater not only offers education and outreach programs, but it also supports a national touring company. Since its inception in 1984, the Dallas Children's Theater has prioritized collaboration, drawing from local talents such as artists, designers, playwrights, and educators.