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Reception: January 17, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Drawn to Life featuring artwork by Tatyana Alanis, Chelsea Akpan, Raymond Butler, Dyemond Daniel, Christopher Machorro, Travis Oliver, and Raul Rodriguez opens with a reception on January 17, 6 – 8 pm at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center.
Working across illustration, sculpture, screen printing, comics, and collaborative projects, the artists in Drawn to Life explore humor, nostalgia, and the subtle complexities of life. Drawing on cartoons, folk art, animation, pop culture, and personal history, each artist turns everyday experiences into vibrant, character driven imagery. Together, they present a colorful, expressive collection that celebrates personality, narrative, and reflects the many ways artists interpret the world around them.
 Carnaval in Bahia
Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center
Enjoy music and movement for all ages, as we kick off the Carnaval season with a "visit" to Bahia, Brazil! This workshop will offer a taste of traditional percussion, dance, and the iconic art of Capoeira Regional, all steeped in history and cultural context.
Instructor Bio:
Ondas Cultural and Movement Arts provides the North Texas Community with opportunities to interact with cultural and movement arts where diverse and inclusive histories are represented and uplifted through authentic and educational cultural exchanges. Additionally we provide educational and interactive opportunities for community building, community maintenance, sustainable practices through programming for people of all ages. Ondas CMA is home to the Texas chapter of Filhos de Bimba, an international organization from Salvador, Bahia, Brazil dedicated to the conservation of authentic and traditional Afro-Brazilian Cultural Arts, and especially, Capoeira Regional. The Texas Chapter is organized by Professora Borboleta.
Spring Break Apparel Camp
March 16–20 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Oak Cliff Cultural Center
In this 5-day apparel camp, students ages 8-12 will learn the basics of fashion design and sewing while creating a two-piece outfit: an Easy Tee and a skirt or short option. Students will explore fabric selection, measurements, sewing fundamentals, and garment construction in a supportive, hands-on environment.
The week includes Sewing 101, guided practice on sewing machines, and step-by-step instruction as students begin and complete their first apparel projects. If time permits, students will also create a coordinating accessory such as a scrunchie or headband to complete their look.
The camp concludes with a mini showcase celebrating each student’s finished garments and creative expression. No prior sewing experience required.
Instructor Bio:
Chelita McDuffie is a Dallas-based fashion entrepreneur, educator, and community builder. She founded That’s Sew Creative! in 2022 as a mobile sewing studio to make creativity accessible to everyone—from youth and adults to schools, libraries, and community centers across the DFW area. What began as small pop-up classes has grown into a movement that blends sewing, design, and hands-on innovation, giving people the tools to create, connect, and express themselves.
Chelita is also the founder of the Sew a Seed Foundation, a nonprofit that expands access to sewing education and creative career pathways, particularly for underserved and BIPOC communities. Together, her ventures are building an ecosystem where fashion, technology, and community intersect—empowering the next generation of makers and innovators.
 
 Moon Shadow Open Mic
presented by Christopher Soden
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM
at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center
Every second Wednesday, we invite passionate poets to attend the performance of Moon Shadow Open Mic presented by Christopher Soden. We will begin with a featured poet, after that the poets who have signed up for a 5-minute spot. We hope to see you there!
Oak Cliff Cultural Center
223 W. Jefferson Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75208
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Phone: 214-670-3777
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