The Trophy Club Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with GallantFew’s Patriot Challenge, is hosting the Fun Run 4 Kindness at Trophy Club Park. There will be red, white and blue-colored powders with options for a 5K or a 1-mile loop. 8 a.m.-noon. $30 (preregistration), $35 (day of registration). 1 Trophy Wood Drive, Trophy Club. 682-237-2900. www.trophyclub.org/563/run-4-kindness
March 7: Meet with the mayor
Attendees are invited to visit with Westlake Mayor Laura Wheat at Terra Lounge. Located inside the Terraces at Solana, the lounge offers a full-service bar with coffee, beer, wine, cocktails and small plates. 5-7 p.m. Free (admission). 1500 Solana Blvd., Bldg. 7, Westlake. 817-430-0941. www.westlake-tx.org/calendar.aspx
March 7 through 21: Learn skateboarding
Skateboarders of all skill levels ages 5-18 are invited to elevate their skills through this Roanoke Skateboard Clinic. A skateboard, a helmet and pads are required and may be rented, if needed. 5-6:45 p.m. (Mondays from March 7-21). $173 (residents), $175 (nonresidents). Roanoke Skate Park, 750 Cannon Parkway, Roanoke. 817-837-9930. https://roanoketexas.com/183/Parks-Recreation
March 12: Kick off spring break with a scavenger hunt
Tanger Outlets in Fort Worth is hosting a spring break kickoff that includes a scavenger hunt and other activities. Stations with stickers will be set up around the mall and feature pop-up arts and crafts; outdoor musicians and dance groups; a sports and game zone; and a play area with face painting, balloon twisters, a strolling magician and costume characters. Kids who collect all the stickers get a prize. The event will also include a variety of food trucks. Noon-3 p.m. Free. 15853 N. Freeway, Fort Worth. 817-464-5400. www.tangeroutlet.com/fortworth
March 12: Learn how to do CPR
This course includes an online simulated portion that must be completed with a passing score prior to the classroom portion, during which students will demonstrate their skills learned online. Students will learn first aid, simulated CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator. Ages 11 and up may attend. 9-11 a.m. $68. Roanoke Recreation Center, 501 Roanoke Road, Room 201A, Roanoke. 817-491-2411. https://roanoketexas.com/183/Parks-Recreation
March 12: Get rid of household hazardous waste
The Roanoke Public Works building will host its Crud Cruiser event. Residents can drop off hazardous waste, including automotive fluids, batteries, cleaners, chemicals, cooking oils, light bulbs, paint and painting supplies. 9-11 a.m. (if the collection trailer fills before 11 a.m., no further items will be accepted). Free (for Roanoke residents with water bill copy). 265 Marshall Creek Road, Roanoke. 817-491-2411. www.fb.me/e/32eG7xdwD
March 20 through 22: Attend a book event
Keller Reads: One Book, One City—an event hosted by the Keller Public Library—will include a movie screening of “News of the World” on March 20, a session called “Untamed Texas: Historical Perspectives” on March 21 and dinner with “News of the World” author Paulette Jones on March 22. 2 p.m. (March 20), 6:30 p.m. (March 21), 6 p.m. (March 22). $40 (dinner March 22). 640 Johnson Road, Keller. 817-743-4800. https://tinyurl.com/29rtw8pf
March 4, 11, 18, 25: Take your dog to Yappy Hour
Folks can bring their dogs to the K9 Pointe Dog Park in Keller every Friday in March and sample beer and wine from a variety of local breweries. Food trucks are also available at the event each week. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller. 817-743-4050. www.cityofkeller.com/services/parks-recreation/parks-recreation-special-events
