August
The Aloha back-to-school drive
Hawaiian Falls guests who donate five school supply Items from the preferred list of items can buy a day pass for $10, valid midweek through Sept. 15.
- Aug. 5-9, park opens at 10:30 a.m.
- $10
- Hawaiian Falls, 290 W. Byron Nelson Blvd., Roanoke
- www.hfalls.com/roanoke.php
Astrophysics and Boba Tea
Attendees will meet with Teen Texas Astronomical Society to discuss hot topics in space science. There will be a special presenter and DIY Boba Tea kits for up to 20 teens. This event is for students in grades six through 12.
- Aug. 6, 2 p.m.
- Free
- Roanoke Public Library, 308 S. Walnut St.,, Roanoke
- www.roanoketexas.com/166/lbrary
This event is designed to encourage families to read together. This pet-themed event will include reading, singing, playing, rhyming, and making a pet craft. All ages are welcome.
- Aug. 7, 6:30 p.m.
- Free
- Roanoke Public Library, 308 S Walnut St.,, Roanoke
- www.roanoketexas.com/166/Library
Tax free weekend at the Tanger Outlet Mall
Tanger Outlet Mall will offer a variety of extra deals during the annual tax-free weekend.
- Aug. 9-11, various times
- 15853 North Freeway, Fort Worth
- www.tanger.com/fortworth/events
Color Me Calm: Passive Coloring for Adults
Participants are invited to de-stress and unwind with coloring, coffee, tea and calming
music. Attendees can also bring a work in progress, such as art, knitting or crochet projects. Attendees must be 18 and older to attend.
- Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m.
- Free
- Roanoke Public Library, 308 S. Walnut St., Roanoke
- www.roanoketexas.com/166/Library
Murder mystery dinner theater
Participants will have the opportunity to solve a true crime mystery while eating dinner. Dinner includes hors d’oeuvres, salad, entree, desert and beverage.
- Aug. 24, 6-9 p.m.
- $63.99, plus taxes and fees
- Hilton Garden Inn Alliance, 2600 Westport Parkway, Fort Worth,
- www.thedinnerdetective.com/fort-worth
Trivia night
Keller Public Library is hosting a trivia night at Keller Senior Activities Center. Registration is required. Snacks will be provided.
- Aug. 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- $5
- Keller Senior Activities Center, 640 Johnson Road, Bldg. C, Keller
- www.cityofkeller.com
Hat Bar Party
Attendees will pick out a hat from a range of felt, leather, suede and straw hats then choose up to four accessories for the hat. Staff will guide participants through the design and assembly process. One complimentary glass of wine is included.
- Aug. 31, 3-5 p.m.
- $85
- Two Brothers Winery, 110 Lamar St., Keller
- www.twobrotherswinery.com/events
Doggie Dunk
Dog owners are invited to bring their dogs to enjoy the outdoor pool at Keller Pointe. Staggered entry times are based on dogs’ weight. Swimsuit and retrieving contests will be held for each weight group.
- Sept. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- $15 per dog in advance, $20 day of event as long as space permits.
- Keller Pointe, 405 Rufe Snow Drive, Keller
- www.thekellerpointe.com/activities/special-events/doggie-dunk
