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9/8/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Journey: The Art and Legacy of Grant Halliburton

Kathy Beazley — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 Z

Grant Halliburton Foundation and Center for BrainHealth, part of The University of Texas at Dallas, are partnering to present Journey: The Art and Legacy of Grant Halliburton, an exhibition on view Sept. 825 at the Center for BrainHealth. Journey will feature more than 50 of Grants original paintings, charcoal works, drawings and sketches, along with selections from his personal writings and poetry and a Listening Lounge featuring music he wrote and recorded with his high school bandmates. The exhibition will span three floors of the Center for BrainHealths Brain Performance Institute building. A preview on the first floor will welcome visitors and introduce the exhibition, with most of the collection and accompanying elements displayed on the second and third floors.

The exhibition will be open to the public Sept. 8th through 25th on Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. Appointments are available on other weekdays by calling Center for BrainHealth at 972-883-3400. The exhibition is closed Saturdays and Sundays. Learn more at: https://www.granthalliburton.org/journey

9/17/2026 7:30 AM (CST) Coffee & Connections

Allen Fairview Chamber — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:30:00 Z

Bring plenty of business cards and plan to network before and after. Doors open at 7:00 AM, we begin at 7:30 and you are welcome to stand and give your 30 second commercial as long as you arrive by 7:45. We welcome all Members and Non-Members! There is no charge for Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce Members to attend. If you are not a Chamber member, we welcome you to visit our meeting complimentary the first visit.

Thank you to our Coffee & Connections Partners!

Title Partner - FriedoNation Productions

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9/17/2026 9:00 AM (CST) Senior Thursday

Debbie Cox — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 Z

All seniors over the age of 60 are welcome to join us for a delicious lunch, light exercise, a chance to socialize with friends, and the occasional entertainer or guest speaker! For more information, call 972-234-8880 ext. 105

9/17/2026 9:00 AM (CST) Senior Thursday

Debbie Cox — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 Z

9/17/2026 9:00 AM (CST) Summer Enrichment Camp

Dallas International School — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 Z

The DIS Summer Enrichment Camp is a 6-week program that will be offered from June 13 to July 22

Our camps are open to all and designed to provide campers with the opportunity to explore a wide range of activities in a safe and caring environment.

Campers may enroll in a full day or a half day program for any combination of activities they choose. The activities offered include cooking, music, sports, dance, art, math, drama and languages.

Enrollment is ongoing. So don't wait, join the fun.

https://sites.google.com/dallasinternationalschool.org/dis-summer-enrichment-camp/home

9/17/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Fiber Arts Demonstration at Heritage Farmstead

Ariel Herr — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 Z

See the art of weaving, spinning and dyeing in action at Heritage Farmstead Museums Fiber Arts Demonstration on Thursday, September 17. Members of the Dallas Handweavers and Spinners Guild will demonstrate their crafts from 10 a.m. to noon.

The demonstration is included with general admission to the museum.

WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

WHERE: Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St., Plano, TX 75075

MORE INFO: heritagefarmstead.org/event/fiber-arts-demonstration-11/

9/17/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Fiber Arts Demonstration at Heritage Farmstead

Ariel Herr — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 Z

See the art of weaving, spinning and dyeing in action at Heritage Farmstead Museums Fiber Arts Demonstration. Members of the Dallas Handweavers and Spinners Guild will demonstrate their crafts from 10 a.m. to noon.

The demonstration is included with general admission to the museum.

WHEN: Thursday, Sept 17, 2026 from 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 from 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 from 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

WHERE: Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St., Plano, TX 75075

MORE INFO: https://www.heritagefarmstead.org/event/fiber-arts-demonstration-15/

SOCIALS: Facebook @HeritageFarmsteadMuseum

Instagram @heritagefarmsteadmuseum

YouTube @heritagefarmsteadmuseum9616

9/17/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Texas Pinners Conference and Expo

Noel Hampton — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 Z

WHO: ?Texas Pinners Conference - Pinterest-inspired conference and expo featuring 200 top business contributors.

WHAT: Pinners Conference is excited to host its Pinterest-inspired conference on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Attendees can learn, create, connect and shop the latest DIY trends inspired by creativity and passion for craft-making. The two-day conference and expo will provide 100+ Pinterest-based classes taught by experts in DIY, home décor, food arts, fashion, beauty, self-improvement, party-planning, photography and a full tradeshow floor with over 300 vendors. Visit tx.pinnersconference.com for more information. To stay updated with the Pinners Conference in Texas, check out @pinnersconf on all platforms. Dont forget to follow the #PinnersTX and #pinnersconf to follow this event!

WHEN: The event will occur Friday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: TexasPinners Conference will be hosted at Will Rogers Memorial Center, located at 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76107.

COST: General admission is $10 and includes access to the tradeshow shopping floor. Children 8 and under are free. Class materials sold separately. Multi-day passes are available.

SPONSORS: The Home Depot, Ryobi, Chalk Couture, Joanns, Plaid Crafts, Texas Appliances, Janome and MakerFlo Crafts.

9/17/2026 10:15 AM (CST) Story Time on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead

Ariel Herr — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:15:00 Z

Children ages 3 to 5 can enjoy stories in a farm setting during Story Time on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead Museum. Families are welcome to bring a snack or pack a picnic lunch to enjoy afterward.

Story Time on the Farm will be held from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. on September 17. The program is included with the purchase of general admission to the museum.

Dates: Thursday, September 17 Time: 10:1510:45 a.m.

Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St., Plano, TX 75075

Admission: Included with general museum admission

More information: https://www.heritagefarmstead.org/events/

9/17/2026 10:15 AM (CST) Story Time on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead

Ariel Herr — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:15:00 Z

Children ages 3 to 5 can enjoy stories in a farm setting during Story Time on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead Museum. Families are welcome to bring a snack or pack a picnic lunch to enjoy afterward.

The program is included with the purchase of general admission to the museum.

Dates: Thursday, September 17 & Thursday, November 19

Time: 10:1510:45 a.m.

Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St., Plano, TX 75075

Admission: Included with general museum admission

More information: https://www.heritagefarmstead.org/events/

9/17/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Call for Artists

Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 Z

We are always searching for new artists to join our Giddens Gallery family. Email Michele@giddensgallery.com to inquire.

9/16/2026 8:00 PM (CST) OOPS! All Funerals

Pearl Creative Consulting — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 Z

OOPS! All Funerals

Presented by The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe

We're back and ready to make you laugh spooky-season style! Join us for sketch comedy focused around the hilarious theme of funerals. Our crew of sketchy comedians are ready to celebrate all things macabre and funny with you.

What happens when a world-renowned voice actor takes on sketch comedy? Or when hilarious Dallas artists get together with the WHOLE GOAL of making you laugh?

The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe happens.

Join The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe as they emerge from their Youtube Sketch Comedy cyberspace and into the real world to hurl jokes right into your face.

Rated R

Approximately 120 min with intermission

Price: $20.00

Friday October 18th 8:00pm

Saturday October 19th 8:00pm

Sunday October 20th 3:00pm

Buy tickets: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/the-core-theatre/66db10ee9cdf1509d209e069/tickets#/productions-view

9/17/2026 8:00 PM (CST) Trivia Thursdays at Sheraton Dallas Hotel

Culver Public Relations — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:00:00 Z

Trivia Thursdays are held every Thursday in Draft Sports Bar & Lounge in Sheraton Dallas Hotel at 8pm hosted by the Dallas Trivia Guy.

Parking validation is available for attendees up to 4 hours.

9/18/2026 9:45 AM (CST) ECEC Visiting Day

Temple Emanu-El ECEC — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:45:00 Z

9/19/2026 1:00 PM (CST) Texas Mead & Music Festival Debuts in North Texas

Kathy Beazley — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:00 Z

The Texas Mead & Music Festival debuts in North Texas on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 17 p.m. (VIP entry at noon) at Scarborough Village, 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie. Sample handcrafted meads from Texas meaderies, enjoy live Texas music, artisan vendors, seasonal food and beverages, and preview Scarborough's Hollow, including the Blackthorn Haunted Castle and other fall attractions. General admission starts at $38.50 for adults (21+) and $11 for ages 520; VIP tickets start at $55. A portion of proceeds benefits the Texas Mead Association. To buy tickets or learn more, go to: https://srfestival.com/txmeadfest/

9/19/2026 1:00 PM (CST) Texas Mead & Music Festival Debuts in North Texas

Kathy Beazley — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:00 Z

9/21/2026 5:00 PM (CST) Mixology Mondays at The Parlor

Culver Public Relations — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:00:00 Z

Mixology Mondays classes are hosted weekly at The Parlor, inside Sheraton Dallas, from 5-6pm. The cocktail featured varies weekly and reservations are required. The cost is $30/per person which does not include tax and gratuity. The interactive mixology classes are led by the hotels talented Mixologist, Adam, who has explored more than 43 countries and worked at luxury properties and bars across the world. Guests can have fun mixing a cocktail and then enjoy the delicious creation. Reservations are required.

Complimentary parking at any of the hotels restaurants and bars for up to 4 hours is available in the hotels parking garage across the street from the front entrance. Please bring your parking ticket and present it for validation.

Reservations can be made here: https://activities.travelcurious.com/book/marriott-com-daldh?opa-deeplink=1ee5eda7-0aaf-6156-8177-3110f231cef5.

9/16/2026 6:30 PM (CST) Trivia Wednesdays at Lakewood Brewing

Ariel Herr — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 Z

WHAT: Americas Pub Quiz is back on Wednesday nights at Lakewood Brewing Co. as the best live-hosted trivia show brings its free quiz nights to the North Dallas brewery and taproom. Dallas own maker of the number one craft milk stout in Texas will be pouring their current lineup of fall and winter beers ranging from seasonal favorite, Punkel, to Salted Caramel Temptress, and the new NuTemptress. Most of Lakewoods current line-up is available not only at the Taproom, but also on shelves statewide.

The North Texas brewery and taproom recently opened its first-ever kitchen featuring appetizers, salads, sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, and sweets, many that have tastes of Lakewood fan favorite beers. Lakewood, which just celebrated 10 years of making Seriously Fun Beer, also recently updated its sweeping covered outdoor beergarden and added new booths, seating and murals throughout. Their new Lakewood Loft is a speakeasy-inspired private event space with a birds eye view of Lakewoods massive tanks below.

WHEN: Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Lakewood Brewing Company
2302 Executive Drive, Garland 75041

COST: Free

LINK: www.lakewoodbrewing.com

CONTACT: Ariel Herr, 469-235-2708, arielcherr@gmail.com

MORE: Lakewood Brewing Company is a family-owned, independent craft brewery and kitchen that makes Seriously Fun Beer that goes great with its seriously good food. Lakewood exploded onto the DFW brewing scene in 2012 and became famous for its Temptress Imperial Milk Stout, which is now the best-selling craft stout in Texas. Its diverse beer portfolio includes year-round, seasonal, and limited barrel-aged and sour beers.

Lakewood has been recognized nationally in major beer competitions including: U.S. Beer Tasting Championship, U.S. Open Beer Championship, San Diego, Denver and Los Angeles International Beer Competitions among others. Lakewood beers are available throughout Texas at discerning bars, restaurants, and retailers. For the Lakewood Taproom location and a find our beer tool, visit lakewoodbrewing.com.

9/16/2026 6:30 PM (CST) Trivia Wednesdays at Lakewood Brewing

Ariel Herr — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 Z

WHEN: Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Lakewood Brewing Company
2302 Executive Drive, Garland 75041

COST: Free

LINK: www.lakewoodbrewing.com

CONTACT: Ariel Herr, 469-235-2708, arielcherr@gmail.com

MORE: Lakewood Brewing Company is a family-owned, independent craft brewery and kitchen that makes Seriously Fun Beer that goes great with its seriously good food. Lakewood exploded onto the DFW brewing scene in 2012 and became famous for its Temptress Imperial Milk Stout, which is now the best-selling craft stout in Texas. Its diverse beer portfolio includes year-round, seasonal, and limited barrel-aged and sour beers.

9/16/2026 6:30 PM (CST) Trivia Wednesdays at Lakewood Brewing

Ariel Herr — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 Z

WHEN: Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Lakewood Brewing Company
2302 Executive Drive, Garland 75041

COST: Free

LINK: www.lakewoodbrewing.com