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    Mark Your Calendars

    Events for every Dallasite bloom at the Harwood District this spring

    CultureMap Create
    Mar 31, 2017 | 1:48 pm

    Spring has definitely sprung in Dallas, and with that comes the urge to get out and about around town. The HARWOOD District is basically your go-to neighborhood for fun spring events, from boozy brunches to al fresco yoga to family-friendly Easter celebrations.

    Read on to discover what's happening in HARWOOD this spring, and then start planning.

    DJ Brunch
    Pair beats with bubbly at this new brunch series, which will rotate through participating HARWOOD District restaurants through July. From noon-3 pm every Saturday, listen to tunes being spun by the best Dallas DJs while you savor a delicious brunch.

    HARWOOD Yoga
    Would you rather jump-start your weekend with a warrior or tree pose? Head to the gardens between Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar and Mercat Bistro for a free 60-minute vinyasa flow led by instructor Colby Ranae Hanks, held on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. All skill levels are welcome.

    AcroYoga
    Let Dallas Fitness Ambassadors's Mai Lyn and instructor An Truong introduce you to this partner-based style at The Grove at Harwood on April 8 at 10 am — don't worry, it's open to all levels and a partner isn't required, but do bring your own mat and water. Tickets are $10 and include complimentary food and drink from The Grove, and proceeds benefit Epic Animal Rescue.

    Late Night Open Mic at Magnolias: Sous Le Pont
    On the last Thursday of each month, stay late at your favorite coffee shop to hear local musicians sing and strum while you enjoy drip coffee and tasty nibbles. A new local artist exhibition will also launch during Open Mic on May 25, curated in partnership with Ro2 Art.

    After-Hours Cocktail Tour
    Explore the largest private collection of samurai art and armor outside of Japan at The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection during the last Thursday of the month. The $10 admission price includes a refreshing cocktail of choice provided by Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar.

    The Annual HARWOOD Easter Egg Hunt
    From 11 am-2 pm on April 16, families are invited to bring their Easter baskets and hunt to their hearts' content. The egg hunt takes place in the gardens between Mercat Bistro and Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar, with a special egg hunt intended for kids 10 and under from 11 am-1 pm. A meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny himself is also on the docket.

    Enjoy brunch at either Mercat Bistro, Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar, or Dolce Riviera for the special occasion.

    At Mercat, sitting on the patio will get you a front-row seat to watch the egg hunt. The contemporary European bistro also has a brunch buffet of appetizers and desserts plus an a la carte main course menu. Children ages 12 and under will have all-access to the brunch buffet for just $12.95, and those under age 3 will dine free.

    At Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar, all-American brunch favorites such as eggs Benedict and steak and eggs grace the Easter brunch menu, and the mimosas will start flowing as early as 10 am.

    Dolce Riviera, the newest restaurant in the HARWOOD District, is pairing impeccable wines with true Italian Easter specials. Plan to save room for the Uova di Pasqua, a rich and decadent chocolate Easter egg specially prepared for this occasion.

    The Grove and Dallasites101 Summer Fiesta
    Celebrate The Grove reopening and Dallasites101's two-year anniversary on May 13 with a day full of music, lawn games, drink specials, freebies, vendors, a volleyball tournament, and more, all starting at 12 pm. DJ Blake Ward will join live musicians to keep the party rocking all day long, and stay tuned for even more fun announcements as the date gets closer.

    Enjoy live music from local artists on the last Thursday of each month at Magnolias: Sous Le Pont.

    Late Night Open Mic at Magnolias: Sous Le Pont
    Photo courtesy of HARWOOD District
    Enjoy live music from local artists on the last Thursday of each month at Magnolias: Sous Le Pont.
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    Store closure

    Beloved Dallas boat and kayak shop Mariner Sails to close after 50 years

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    Jun 10, 2026 | 4:20 pm
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    Mariner Sails will be missed by boaters, kayakers, and fishermen.

    After more than five decades serving North Texas paddlers, sailors, and watersports enthusiasts, Dallas watercraft store Mariner Sails is coming into harbor for good.

    Founder and owner Aris Tsamis announced the store closure in an email to customers and on the shop website, saying he has decided to retire after more than 50 years in business.

    Located at 11110 N. Stemmons Fwy. in north Dallas, Mariner Sails has long been a go-to for kayaks, canoes, sailboats, paddleboards, accessories, repairs, and expert advice. Over the years, the store built a loyal following among everyone from competitive racers to casual weekend paddlers.

    "Thank you for your business and support for over 50 years," Tsamis wrote to customers. "We have been fortunate to navigate the retail and service world for over 50 years, and we couldn't have done it without you."

    Mariner Sails was known for stocking hard-to-find inventory and taking the time to personally assist customers with questions, purchases, and even helping them load up new watercraft to haul home. As a fun tradition, they took photos of happy customers standing next to their new boats and kayaks outside the store and posted them to their Facebook page.

    Tsamis credited customers for helping sustain the business since 1975 and for creating a community centered around life on the water.

    "You are the reason we have worked for so many years to help make sure our watersports community can get on the water and enjoy the peace, the competition, the comradery, the friendships, and the satisfaction of being on the water," he said.

    Social media posts about the closure have drawn more than 100 comments from longtime customers recounting experiences buying watercraft or seeking expertise on parts and repairs. One likened it to "a death in the family." Others wonder why no one has stepped in to buy the business.

    While calling the decision bittersweet, Tsamis said retirement will allow him to spend more time enjoying the sports he has spent a career supporting.

    "I'm going to miss my Mariner Sails family and friends, and I have enjoyed every minute of my time with you," he wrote. "On the flip side, I'm very excited about the opportunity to get out on the water more and enjoy the sports we all love."

    In news that softens the blow just slightly, the closure means the launch of a major liquidation sale. Mariner Sails closed its doors to customers June 9-10 to prepare for the event, with the store-closing sale beginning Thursday, June 11. Tsamis described it as the company's "biggest, best, and FINAL SALE," adding that "everything MUST GO."

    The sale will take place in-store only, with additional details expected through the company's email and social media channels. (The website will not show sale pricing, they note.) Customers are encouraged to shop early for the best selection. Doors will open at the regular time of 9 am June 11.

    "Our doors will be closing forever soon, so please visit us and help celebrate our time together," Tsamis said.

    No final closing date has been announced, but a Facebook post says it'll be "a few short weeks."

    "It has been my privilege to be a part of your watersports community," Tsamis wrote. "We here at Mariner Sails wish you all the time on the water you can stand!"

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