Sept. 8: Create a watercolor masterpiece
Learn to create a watercolor painting from artist and teacher Laura Lester at the Southlake Activities Center. The class includes different techniques and applications of watercolor. Experience is not necessary, and supplies are provided. The class is for those age 13 and older. Registration is required. Noon-2 p.m. Free. 307 Parkwood Drive, Southlake. 817-748-8243. https://bit.ly/3QCZMwl
Sept. 8: Paint a wine glass
Landon Winery-Grapevine hosts this class that teaches visitors how to paint a monarch butterfly on a set of two wine glasses. An instructor from Le Painted Grape will lead the class step by step, so experience is not necessary. Wine and food are available for extra purchase. 6:30 p.m. $25. 415 S. Main St., Grapevine. 817-527-6091. https://bit.ly/3zSaHvF
Sept. 10: Gape at Italian Cars
The Italian Car Club of North Texas in association with the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau will host the ItalianCarFest 2022 at Nash Farm. Attendees may view at more than 80 vehicles on display, and enjoy Italian food and drinks for purchase. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free (admission). 626 Ball St., Grapevine. www.italiancarfest.org
Sept. 10: Pick a DIY project
Create a unique wood sign at Board & Brush Colleyville’s Pick Your Project Workshop. All materials are provided, and step-by-step instructions are given. Preregistration is required. The class is for those age 16 and older. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $73. 4906 Colleyville Blvd., Ste. 206, Colleyville. 817-583-7654. https://bit.ly/3zU1t1H
Sept. 11: Watch a Ted talk
TEDxSouthlake will be hosted by youth-led nonprofit Share A Smile Charity at Westin Dallas Southlake. Between 12-15 adult and youth speakers will share their unique perspectives on topics such as health, the future, leadership and growth. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $30-$60. 1200 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake. www.ted.com/tedx/events/50204
Sept. 11: Remembering 9/11
Grapevine’s annual 9/11 ceremony will begin at 7:40 a.m. and will also be livestreamed on the city’s Facebook page. More information about the event will be shared on the city’s social media platforms. Free. 9/11 Flight Crew Memorial, 1000 Texas Trail, Grapevine. www.facebook.com/cityofgrapevine
Sept. 15-18: Experience Texas Wine at GrapeFest
Get ready for the 36th annual GrapeFest, and enjoy four days of wine tastings, live music, carnival rides and more. The event includes the People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, Champagne Terrace, Champagne Cork Shoot-Off and the GrapeStomp. Kids activities include carnival games and rides, a KidZone with interactive activities as well as arts and crafts. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sept. 15), 11 a.m.-11 p.m. (Sept. 16-17), 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sept. 18). Free (Sept. 15 and before 5 p.m. Sept. 16). After 5 p.m. Sept. 16, daily admission is free (age 5 and younger), $5 (age 62 and older, children), $10 (adults); $20 (weekend pass). Main St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest
Sept. 23-24: Be a film critic
Film lovers can attend the 25th annual Manhattan Short Film Festival at the Palace Arts Center to view and judge the work of filmmakers from across the globe. The festival screens at more than 500 venues worldwide. Bring in a same-day receipt from any Grapevine restaurant to get free popcorn at the concession stand. 7:30 p.m. (Sept. 23), 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Sept. 24). $10. 300 S. Main St., Grapevine. https://bit.ly/3BYynB6
Sept. 24: Support cancer research
The nonprofit St. Baldrick’s Foundation will host a Locks for Lilly fundraiser to raise money for children’s cancer research. The event includes a raffle and silent auction. Attendees may also have their heads shaved in solidarity with pediatric cancer patients who have lost their hair. Donations will also be accepted. 1-3 p.m. Hop & Sting Brewery, 906 Jean St., Grapevine. www.stbaldricks.org/events/locksforlilly
Sept. 24-25: Walk with butterflies
Join the Northeast Tarrant County Kiwanis for the club’s 18th Butterfly Festival at Southlake Town Square. Participants can walk amid hundreds of butterflies along with local flowering plants inside a 600-square-foot tent. Butterfly experts will be on hand to answer questions from all ages. Watermelon will be provided to feed and interact with butterflies. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sept. 24), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sept. 25). Free (age 2 and younger), $5 (children), $7 (adults). 1400 E. Southlake Blvd. 817-577-4619. https://bit.ly/3pgUkng
Sept. 28: Search for monarchs
Join Cross Timbers Nature Club members to search for migrating monarchs at Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve. The after-school group meets once a month to explore trails, study local wildlife and learn to be stewards of the land. This event is for ages 5-11. 4-6 p.m. $13 (club fee for residents), $16 (nonresidents). 355 E. Bob Jones Road, Southlake. 817-748-0265. https://bit.ly/3pd8YMn
Oct. 2: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Attend the second annual Somos Southlake Fiesta to celebrate the multicultural Hispanic and Latino community of Southlake during Hispanic Heritage Month. People can enjoy live music and performances, artisans and food trucks featuring specialty foods from across Latin America. The event is hosted by the nonprofit Somos Southlake. 3-8 p.m. Free (admission). 285 Grand Ave., Southlake. www.somossouthlake.com
Oct. 4: Meet Colleyville police
Attend Colleyville’s National Night Out and meet those who help keep Colleyville safe. Enjoy food, games and family activities. Kids and kids at heart can explore several city vehicles. 6-9 p.m. Free (admission). Plaza at City Hall, 90 Main St., Colleyville. https://bit.ly/3QGBMse
