Feb. 9: Learn to sling cocktails
Participants in this class will be taught by a professional mixologist how to make a sidecar and an espresso martini using cognac. The class will take place at Harvest Hall’s North Hall next to Monkey King Noodle Company. 5-6:30 p.m. $35. Third Rail in Harvest Hall, 815 S. Main St., Grapevine. https://harvesthall.eventbrite.com
Feb. 10: Build a charcuterie board
Prepare for Valentine’s Day at the “Heart-Cuterie and Spirits” charcuterie board class hosted by Ladies that Cater. The ticket price includes a signature cocktail, bubbles and snacks as well as supplies to build a heart-shaped board to take home. Attendees may also bring their own drinks. 6-8:30 p.m. $65 plus fees. Texas Gun Experience, 1901 S. Main St., Grapevine. 817-285-0664, ext. 120. https://texasgunexperience.com/heart-cuterieandspirits
Feb. 11: Ride the Sweetheart Wine Train
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early with a ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad in a nonstop loop between Grapevine and the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Each regular ticket includes two glasses of wine, a souvenir wine glass, light bites and red roses for women. Premier Class tickets include a table for four, an extra glass of wine, a meal and VIP parking. 6:30-7:20 p.m. (check in), 7:30 p.m. (departure), 9:30 p.m. (return). $50 (regular ticket), $320 (Premier Class for four). Historic Cotton Depot, 705 S. Main St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. https://tinyurl.com/2p8xyx4a
Feb. 26: Learn to grow vegetables
Hosted by Keep Grapevine Beautiful as part of its Eco Talks series, this class talks about choosing plants, preparing the soil and gathering the right tools to grow a vegetable garden. 7-8 p.m. Free. The REC of Grapevine, 1175 Municipal Way, Grapevine. https://keepgrapevinebeautiful.org/event/vegetables/
Feb. 26: Attend an old-school dance party
Back for its fourth year, The Retro Dance Party will celebrate the best music from the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s. The adults-only party will feature DJ Bueller of SiriusXM First Wave Channel 33, live music from Live 80 and other surprise performances. A ticket purchase includes complimentary food, a cash bar, raffles and a silent auction of ’80s memorabilia. The event raises money for Journey Learning Center, a nonprofit in Grapevine that provides services and teaches life skills to children with autism spectrum disorder. 7 p.m. $67 and up. The Marq at Southlake, 285 Shady Oaks Road, Southlake. 817-748-2669. https://theretrodanceparty.com
March 3: Support restaurants
The inaugural Taste of Southlake event to support and benefit local restaurants is presented by the Leadership Southlake Class of 2021-22 and the Cambria Southlake DFW North hotel. The event includes food from 20 restaurants plus a live band. 5-8:30 p.m. $30 (per person in advance), $50 (for two in advance), $40 (per person the day of the event). Cambria Southlake DFW North, 2104 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake. www.southlakechamber.org/tos
March 5: Do some spring cleaning
Colleyville Clean Sweep is an annual event for city residents to dispose of hazardous waste, electronics, documents, bulk and brush trash, clothes, tires and more. Check website to see what is accepted. 9-11 a.m. Free (must show proof of Colleyville residency). Colleyville City Hall south parking lot, 100 Main St., Colleyville. 817-503-1000. https://tinyurl.com/2xbakxtx
Find more or submit Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.
