Creative writing workshop, wrestling show: 5 Allen area events to attend March 27-29

Need something to do this weekend? Here are five events happening in and around the Allen area March 27-29. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

1. National Vietnam War Veterans Day

The Allen Senior Recreation Center is hosting a tribute to honor Vietnam veterans. The event will include a keynote address from Vice Admiral David Brooks Robinson, US Navy Retired, Former Commander of Gunboat USS Canon PG-90.

• March 27, 10 a.m.-noon
• Free (admission)
• 451 St. Mary Drive, Allen
• www.events.allentx.gov/allentx

2 Dallas Mavericks watch party

Watch the Dallas Mavericks play basketball with friends, food and drinks at The Hub in Allen.

• March 27, 9 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1289 Johnson Road, Allen
• www.hubofficial.com

3. NXT Live

Watch a live wrestling show featuring wrestlers in WWE’s developmental promotion at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center.

• March 28, 7:30 p.m.
• $46 and up
• 200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350, Allen
• www.cutxeventcenter.com

4. Pilates and Brunch

Club Pilates is hosting a morning yoga session followed by brunch at Chicken N Pickle. Attendees should bring a yoga mat and register for the event online.

• March 28, 9-10 a.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1221 Johnson Road, Allen
• www.chickennpickle.com/location/allen

5. Creative writing workshop

The Allen Public Library is hosting a creative writing workshop where attendees will work on a few prompts and share their work with other writers. All supplies will be provided.

• March 29, 2:30-4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 300 N. Allen Drive, Allen
• www.allenlibrary.org