Greetings:

Texas, the lone star state...let us not allow that star to be lonely during next Fourth of July; come one, come all to the 2007 Society of American Magicians convention. Referred to often as the world's friendliest convention, it will be one you won't want to miss, in fact, you may want to come a day early and stay a day late just to be able to take in some of the wonderful sights in the area.

Medieval Times, Dallas
Attraction type: Dinner theater

Part of a group of dinner theater's located in several cities in the US, this is a meal you won't soon forget. Complete with knights, horses, damsels and more, it is a very enjoyable time reminiscent of the days of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

Bishop Arts District, Dallas
Trendy neighborhood featuring galleries, shops, antique stores and restaurants.
Attraction type: Neighborhood

Knox-Henderson, Dallas
Neighborhood north of downtown Dallas known for its unique items, handmade jewelry, expensive antiques and a lively restaurant/club scene.
Attraction type: Neighborhood

Renaissance Tower, Dallas
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest

Winfrey Point, Dallas
This popular starting point for runners at White Rock Lake Park was where German prisoners of war were kept in barracks during the 1940s.
Attraction type: Historic site

Texas Discovery Gardens, Dallas
Features gardens, a two-story tropical conservatory and a waterfall.
Attraction type: Nature center; Garden; Natural history museum

The Lone Wolf Lounge, Dallas
This lounge will be in the Crescent hotel and is going to look like Cuba in the Fifties and Sixties.
Attraction type: Bar/club

Western Heights Cemetery, Dallas
The final resting place of Clyde Barrow, of "Bonnie and Clyde" infamy.
Attraction type: Cemetery

Fountain Place, Dallas
Romantic area of 172 small water fountains and streams.
Attraction type: Fountain

Tenison Highlands, Dallas
Located about 3.5 miles from downtown Dallas, this 18-hole course features five new lakes, 32 bunkers, Tif Bermuda 419 fairways and Tif Eagle putting surfaces, making it one of Dallas' upscale public golf course.
Attraction type: Golf course

And, after the First Installment sent out last week, Luciano from Orlando reminded us that we can't forget the following:

Not to mention visiting the Southfork Ranch from the Ewings of Dallas.

There is so much that families can see and do in Dallas that it is a perfect family vacation spot to combine with attending the S.A.M. Convention. Can't let the cat out of the bag, but I've spoken with R.G. Smith who books the talent for the conventions and this year is going to be incredible. Don't be left on the outside wishing you could be one of those who had been there, register today by contacting John and Virginia Apperson at sam@appsmagic.com or by registering on line at http://www.magicsam.com.

If you have any questions, issues, suggestions or concerns, please post them here and we will adress them for you ASAP. Our pleasure.

Kyle Peron and Maria Ibanez (President Elect)