May 8 Shop at a local craft fair
Country Lane Seniors Community hosts a craft fair open to the public. Attendees will find handmade gifts, such as ceramics, wood carvings, greeting cards, jewelry, quilting, knitting and more for sale. Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Country Lane Seniors Community, 2401 Country View Lane. 972-569-8762. www.countrylaneseniors.com
May 9-11 Vintage Market Days
Vintage Market Days returns to McKinney with more than 100 vendors spread out in two buildings. Antiques, home decor, clothing, jewelry, food and more will be available for purchase. Free (children under 12 years old), $5 (Sat. only), $10 (Fri.-Sat. only), $15 (Thurs.-Sat.). 4-8 p.m. (Thurs.), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Fri. and Sat.). Myers Park & Event Center. 7117 CR 166, McKinney. www.vintagemarketdays.com
May 10 Attend 8th annual Women in Service luncheon
The guest speaker at the luncheon is Denise Kendrick, executive director of Embrace Texas. Tickets include lunch from Rick’s Chophouse, raffles, door prizes and a parting gift. Proceeds benefit Love Life Foundation Charity, which helps at-risk women and children in Collin County. $40 (per person), $350 (reserved table for 10 people). 11:30 a.m. The Sanctuary Music & Events Center, 6633 Virginia Parkway. 214-808-1297. www.showclix.com/event/womeninservice2019May 11 Enjoy art, music and dance at International Festival
Happenings at the inaugural McKinney International Festival include ethnic cuisine from food trucks, vendor booths, multicultural arts, music and dance performances. Free (admission). 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Finch Park, 301 W. Standifer St. www.mckinneyinternationalfestival.com
May 12-13 Cheer on lacrosse teams
The Texas High School Lacrosse State Championships are held in McKinney for boys Division I and II. Four teams will compete in the Division I tournament, and four teams will compete in the Division II tournament. Teams are from across the state. Prices vary. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. McKinney ISD Ron Poe Stadium, 1 Duvall St. www.mckinneylacrosse.comMay 16 Receive free vaccines
The Care Van and Passport Health offer free vaccines to children ages 6 months-18 years. To qualify, the child must be uninsured or American Indian or Alaskan Native. The child may also have Medicaid; a private insurance that does not cover vaccines; or Aetna, BCBS or United Healthcare insurances. A copy of the child’s immunization record must be brought to the event. Free. 5-7 p.m. Lawson Early Childhood Center, 500 Dowell St. www.carevan.org www.passporthealthusa.com
May 16 Empty Bowls McKinney
Attendees select a one-of-a-kind handcrafted bowl then enjoy a sampling of soups, breads and sweets from local restaurants. Money raised will benefit Community Lifeline Center. Free (children 10 or under when accompanied by an adult), $35 (includes bowl, samplings). 6-8 p.m. McKinney Performing Arts Center, 111 N. Tennessee St. www.facebook.com/emptybowlsmckinney
May 18 Hike, fish and explore at Towne Lake Park
Explore the outdoors at Towne Lake Park, where guests will learn to fish and enjoy a hike. Registration is required, and children 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. McKinney Community Center, 2001 S. Central Expressway. 972-547-2690. www.mckinneytexas.org
