Ice skating, jazz concert: 5 Allen events to attend Feb. 13-15

Need something to do this weekend? Here is a list of five events happening in and around the Allen area Jan. 13-15. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

1. Valentine's Day Skate

Go ice skating at the Allen Community Ice Rink. Adult supervision is required for participants 8 years old and under. All on-ice participants must wear skates.

• Feb. 14, 12:15-2:15 p.m.
• $7 (admission), $3 (skate rental fee)
• 200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350, Allen
• www.cityofallen.org/calendar

2. Armor Brewing Galentine’s Market

Guests can build a bouquet at the flower bar, explore the permanent jewelry bar and shop for items from local boutiques while enjoying craft beer and cocktails from Armor Brewing Company.

• Feb. 15, noon-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 9 Prestige Circle, Allen
• www.visitallentexas.com/event/armor-brewing-galentines-market

3. Texins Jazz Band Mardi Gras Concert

Celebrate Mardi Gras as the 18-piece Texins Jazz Band takes the stage under the direction of Bill Centera.

• Feb. 15, 4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 300 N. Allen Drive, Allen
• www.cityofallen.org/calendar

4. Heritage Village Open House

Visit the Allen Heritage Village to learn more about the city of Allen’s history. Tours are available every third Sunday of each month.

• Feb. 15, 2-4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 352 E. Saint Mary Drive, Allen
• www.allenheritage.org/events/heritage-village-open-house

5. Writing and Publishing Workshop

The first of a three-part series of workshops will help attendees learn the basics of writing and publishing a book.

• Feb. 15, 2 p.m.
• $55 (registration)
• 604 W. Bethany Drive, Allen
• Facebook: Writing and Publishing 101—From Spark to Story!