Neighborhood happenings
Jan. 22—Painting with a Twist
Get creative and paint a 16-inch-by-20-inch canvas while sipping on your favorite adult beverage. The piece of art for this class is titled “Curiosity” and features a sunrise background, a cat and a bird perched on a branch. Attendees can bring their own adult beverages and must be 21 to consume alcohol. 4-6 p.m. $48 (per person). 4112 Legacy Drive, Ste. 306, Frisco. 214-906-2918. www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/frisco/event/2931685
Jan. 22—dog adoption
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas is hosting an adoption event. The nonprofit organization serves Collin, Dallas, Denton, Collin and Tarrant counties. Lost Paws Rescue of Texas will have adoptable dogs as well as adoption paperwork at the event. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. PetSmart, 3333 Preston Road, Ste. 1100, Frisco. 972-668-4311. https://lostpawsrescueoftexas.org/adoption-event/dog-adoption-1-22-2022-by-lost-paws-rescue-of-texas-at-petsmart-frisco
Up Inspired Kitchen
Wondering what to eat this weekend? Check out the new menu and patio at Up Inspired Kitchen. The menu features three versions of each category of food: a traditional option, a healthier choice and an option for those with dietary restrictions. For example, in the burgers category, customers can choose from a classic beef burger, a turkey burger and a veggie black bean burger. Up Inspired Kitchen is open from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. every day. 5285 N. Dallas Parkway, Ste. 400, Frisco. 469-579-4197. www.upinspiredkitchen.com
For the kids
'Frozen' (kids edition)
This weekend at the Black Box Theater, see a kids' edition production of Disney’s “Frozen.” The adaptation is put on by North Texas Performing Arts-Frisco and features some of the most memorable musical numbers from the movie, including “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” “Let It Go,” and new songs from the Broadway musical. The five performances this weekend are at 7:15 p.m. Jan. 21, 2:15 p.m. Jan. 22, 7:15 p.m. Jan. 22, 1:15 p.m. Jan. 23 and 5:15 p.m. Jan. 23. Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 Dallas Parkway, Frisco. $12 (per ticket). 972-292-6651. https://ntpa.org/event/frozen-kids-frisco
Worth the trip
Feb. 11—Valentine cake decorating class
Get tickets in advance of Valentine’s Day weekend for a date night: a cake decorating class in which you will decorate a cake that is uniquely yours to enjoy on Valentine’s Day. The event by Blush + Whisk will supply charcuterie, champagne and an instructor to teach the art of cake decoration. Note: if attendees want a cake flavor other than vanilla, email [email protected] with customer information and preferred flavor. 7:30-9 p.m. $80 (per couple). Studio V + V, 15570 Spectrum Drive, Addison. 817-382-0012. www.eventbrite.com/e/valentine-cake-decorating-class-tickets-239634171257?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Jan. 23—Bollywood Party
Dance the night away at Bollywood Party, an all-night event hosted by Topshop Events. The event will offer food and drinks and feature a belly dancer. The two DJs performing are DJ Raj and DJ Mini. This event is strictly for adults 21 and older, and official IDs are required. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $13.25 per person. Stadium Sports Grill, 4872 Belt Line Road, Dallas. 469-560-5560. www.eventbrite.com/e/rock-and-roll-bollywood-party-tickets-248786746857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
