Remember the Alamo (Drafthouse)
Movie Theater Chain Closes DFW Locations
Good morning, Dallas.
Here’s the coolest way I met a neighbor recently.
A heavy rain pounded the neighborhood. Two dogs chose my porch as their place of refuge. Luckily, they were wearing tags with their names, Bear and Coco, plus the owner’s phone number.
I called the owner, who gave me instructions on leading the dogs back home, entering the front door, grabbing two Milk-Bone treats, and securing the dogs in their kennel.
I think I’m part of the pack now.
–Mathew Jerome
From My Week
I attended the grand opening of White Rock Coffee in Historic Lakewood.
I spoke briefly with owners Bob and Nancy Baker. They shared about opening their first location 19 years ago in what used to be a Church’s Chicken.
Some highlights from Saturday:
🍋 Free lemonade samples
🚲 Bike rack shaped like a coffee mug
🎈 Balloons celebrating WRC’s 7th location
🍪 Sugar cookies honoring Lakewood Theater
🎵 John Mayer and Coldplay covers from Tyler Hook
Local News
Remember the Alamo (Drafthouse)
The parent company of Alamo Drafthouse filed for bankruptcy and announced it would be shutting down all five of its DFW locations. Less than a day earlier, the Angelika Film Center closed up shop at the Shops at Legacy in Plano. An unfortunate one-two punch for Dallas movie theaters. The Angelika location at Mockingbird Station in Dallas will remain open.
Photo: Alamo Drafthouse
Disaster Relief for Dallas County
The Biden Administration included Dallas County in its Presidential Disaster Declaration. This means Dallas residents affected by last week’s severe weather can get reimbursed for things like home repairs, temporary housing, and uninsured property loss. Apply to FEMA’s Individual Assistance program here.
Scheffler Sets Earnings Record… Again
There’s a reason he holds the world’s #1 ranking. Dallas-born golfer Scottie Scheffler won the Memorial Tournament on Sunday, marking his fifth tournament win of the year. In 2023, he set the single-season PGA Tour earnings record at $21 million. This year, he jumped to $24 million. And that’s with three months left in the season.
Photo: AP
Upcoming Events
Monday, June 10
Margarita Mondays at Vidorra (Deep Ellum). Enjoy half-priced margaritas all day on the patio or rooftop. 11:00 AM-Midnight. 2642 Main St, Dallas. Menu (peep that Gold Digger mangonada).
Linny Nance Hour of Power (Soul, R&B). 8:00 PM. Balcony Club. 1825 Abrams Rd, Dallas. Free.
Songwriter Social with Justin Pickard (Americana, Bluegrass). 9:00 PM. Adair’s Saloon. 2624 Commerce St, Dallas. Free.
Tuesday, June 11
Trivia Night at Punch Bowl Social. 7:00-9:00 PM. 2600 Main St, Dallas. Free.
X Ambassadors (Pop, Rock). 7:30 PM. Granada Theater. 3524 Greenville Ave, Dallas. Tickets $27.
Noah Kahan (Folk, Pop). 8:00 PM. Dos Equis Pavilion at Fair Park. 1818 1st Ave, Dallas. Tickets $175+.
Megan Thee Stallion (Hip-Hop). 8:00 PM. American Airlines Center. 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas. Tickets $60+.
Wednesday, June 12
Music Bingo Night. Song clips instead of numbers, mix of genres and eras, food from Leo’s Kitchen. 6:00 PM. Oak Cliff Brewing Co. 1024 Lebanon Ave, Dallas. Details.
Soccer-Inspired Workout with Sphere. 7:00-8:00 PM. Main Street Garden. 1902 Main St, Dallas. Free.
NBA Finals Game 3: Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks. 7:30 PM. American Airlines Center. 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas. Tickets $726+.
Thursday, June 13
Dallas Independent Film Festival 2024. 11 feature and short films. 6:00-9:50 PM. Violet Crown. 3699 McKinney Ave, Dallas. Free.
Sallad Comedy’s Side Sallad Show. 7:30 PM. Frame Coffee. 104 Cole St, Dallas. Tickets Coming Soon.
Meadows/ARCO Artist Spotlight: Teresa Lanceta (Fiber/Textile Exhibition). 10:00 AM-9:00 PM. Meadows Museum. 5900 Bishop Blvd, Dallas. Tickets $12 (free admission Thursdays after 5:00 PM). Call 214-768-2516.
Friday, June 14
NBA Finals Game 4: Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks. 7:30 PM. American Airlines Center. 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas. Tickets $950+.
William Sinclair & Lauren Jacoby (Folk). 7:00-8:30 PM. Opening Bell Coffee. 841 Belleview St, Dallas. Suggested Donation $10.
Camera Obscura (Indie Pop). 8:00 PM. The Studio at the Factory. 2713 Canton St, Dallas. Tickets $25.
Saturday, June 15
Downtown Elmwood Market (Oak Cliff). 11:00 AM-4:00 PM. B-Side Coffee. 2105 S Edgefield, Dallas. Details.
Hand-Built Mug Workshop with Corrie Pocta. 12:00-2:00 PM. Trade Oak Cliff. 1300 S Polk St, Suite #246, Dallas. Tickets $85.
Deep Ellum Wine Walk (Dallas Tiki Week). 4:00-7:00 PM. 2650 Main St, Dallas. Prize giveaways, 15+ shops. Tickets $15 through 6/14 (early bird discount), or $20 on 6/15.
Sunday, June 16
Latte Art Workshop with White Rock Coffee (Lake Highlands). Up your coffee game and learn to pour hearts, tulips, and rosettas. 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. WRC Brew Lab. 10109 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas. Tickets $130.
Father’s Day Beer & Rib Pairing. 12:00-8:00 PM. Tupps Brewery. 402 E Louisiana St, McKinney. Details.
Acoustic Brunch with Trey Garitty. Perfect for 1970s music lovers. 12:30-2:30 PM. The Rustic. 3656 Howell St, Dallas. Details.