July 13: Create your own Wizard Wand
As part of its month-long Wizarding World Celebration in honor of “Harry Potter,” the Dallas Public Library is giving visitors the opportunity to make their own wizard wand. All supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. The program will be held at Forest Green Branch Library and is sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. 4-5 p.m. Free. Forest Green Branch Library, 9619 Greenville Ave., Dallas. 214-670-1335. https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com
July 16: Rock out to heavy metal music
O’Riley’s Bar and Grill is hosting Symphony of Deth, a Megadeth tribute band. The bar and grill has musical acts every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. 8 p.m. (doors open), 9 p.m. (band starts). $10 (cover). O’Riley’s Bar and Grill, 8989 Forest Lane, Dallas. 972-235-2781. www.orileys.com
July 17: Follow birds in a guided tour
Jake Poinsett, program manager at the Trinity River Audubon Center, is leading a guided bird walk off the beaten path of the Dallas Arboretum. Those who attend can see various birds that use plants on-site. Attendees are advised to bring water and walking shoes. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas. 214-515-6615. www.dallasarboretum.org
July 17: See the Allmost Brothers live
The Allmost Brothers, an Allman Brothers Band tribute act, will be performing at the Granada Theater on July 19. Rock band the Allman Brothers Band are known for songs, including “Blue Sky,” “Midnight Rider,” “Whipping Post” and “Ramblin’ Man.” The Allmost Brothers have been performing for over 45 years, with individual members having professional experience on tour. Tickets are available online. 8 p.m. $16-$20. Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas. 214-824-9933. www.granadatheater.com
July 24: Decorate Christmas cookies in July
The Dallas Arboretum is partnering with Jessica’s Bake Shop for a beginner’s cookie decorating class. The event is held in the A Tasteful Place location in the arboretum. Attendees get to decorate and take home six “Christmas in July” sugar cookies while learning how to make and bake sugar cookie dough, according to the event’s description. 1:15-2:45 p.m. $39-$49. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas. 214-515-6615. www.dallasarboretum.org
July 27: Feel funky at the Granada Theater
Houston-based R&B group The Suffers are performing at the Granada Theater July 27 as part of a nationwide tour. The group will play songs from their third studio album, “It Starts With Love,” as well as other American funk and soul songs. Tickets can be purchased online. 8 p.m. $23. Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas. 214-824-9933 www.granadatheater.com
