Oct. 16: Honor the fallen
The TXFallenPD Tribute Event has a full day of activities planned at The Shops at Highland Village. A 5K run/walk starts at 8 a.m. Vendor booths and live music start at 11 a.m. There will also be a kids zone, a citizen honor bike ride, a first responder honor bike ride, a kid ride with an officer, and a police obstacle course. Headline band Incognito performs at 4 p.m. The event will raise money for the Texas Police Chiefs Association Fallen Officer Fund in honor of Highland Village Police Sgt. Dennis Oliver, who died in October 2020. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free (admission). $40 (registration for 5K run/walk and citizen honor bike ride). The Shops at Highland Village, 1701 Shoal Creek, Highland Village. www.txfallenpd.com
Through Oct. 23: Immerse yourself In Western Art
The Lewisville Grand Theater’s Education Wing Gallery is displaying artwork inspired by the Western world that features landscapes, animals and fashion. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville. 972-219-8446. https://tinyurl.com/yxvamyk9
Oct. 16: Dress up your children and dogs
Kids and dogs are invited to dress up for the Boo Bash costume contest in the center court at Music City Mall Lewisville. Candy, popcorn and dog treats will be handed out. 2-4 p.m. Free. Music City Mall Lewisville, 2401 S. Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville. 972-315-3641. https://tinyurl.com/r422dfda
Oct. 16: Join community outreach against hate
Lewisville Police Chief Kevin Deaver and Carrollton Police Chief Derick Miller will join with Asian community leaders in a "Stop Asian Hate" community outreach event, according to a city of Lewisville news release. The event has been organized as a conversation with police chiefs to share ideas and explore solutions to prevent violence against people in the Asian community. The event will be from 5-6:30 p.m. at Semihan Church, 1615 W. Belt Line Road, Carrollton. https://tinyurl.com/wd9cbz3v
Oct. 16: Go on an owl prowl
Guides will lead participants on a night hike to listen for owls and other wildlife at the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area. The event is open to those ages 7 and up. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20 per person. 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville. Reservations are required. 972-219-3550. https://tinyurl.com/6xcm7twr
Oct. 16: Enjoy symphony orchestra performance
The Flower Mound Symphony Orchestra will perform works related to the connection between music and dance in this Music of the Dance concert. Free. 7 p.m. Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church, 6101 Morriss Road, Flower Mound. https://tinyurl.com/3z8a4hmy
Oct. 19: Brush up on your trivia
Herg Group DFW hosts Tuesday night trivia at The Brass Tap in Highland Village. Seating is first come, first served. 7-9 p.m. Free. 4151 Waller Creek, Ste. 130, Highland Village. 972-317-3227. https://tinyurl.com/mvncak47
Oct. 23: Dive into a pumpkin extravaganza
Flower Mound Community Activity Center is hosting a glow-in-the-dark Pumpkin Dive at the indoor pool. Children may pick a pumpkin from the floating patch and decorate it with provided supplies. Open to all ages. Children ages 3-5 and nonswimmers must have adult in the water with them. 6-8 p.m. $8-$10. Preregistration is required. 1200 Gerault Road, Flower Mound. www.flower-mound.com/specialevents
Oct. 29: Take in screening of 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'
Tickets are available for this showing of the wacky cult classic "Rocky Horror Picture Show" at Lewisville Grand Theater. Costumes are welcomed, and audience participation is encouraged. Prop kits from the theater are $10 (no personal props allowed). The film is rated R, so those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. Reserved seating is $10. 8 p.m. Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville. 972-219-8446. www.lewisvillegrand.com.
Nov. 5: Eat, drink and shop local
Main and Mill Association hosts First Fridays in Old Town Lewisville, featuring food, drinks, demonstrations, yard games and local artisans. 6-9 p.m. Free. Main Street and Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville. www.mainandmillassociation.com/first-fridays
Nov. 6: Get creative with sidewalk chalk
To celebrate November Arts Month, the town of Flower Mound will host a Chalk the Walk art contest at Heritage Park. Artists of all ages and skill sets are welcome. Prizes will be awarded by age group. Noon-3 p.m. Free. 600 Spinks Road, Flower Mound. 972-874-6000. www.flower-mound.com/specialevents
Nov. 7: Celebrate Veterans Day at the park
Flower Mound High School’s football stadium will host a Veterans Day tribute and picnic with free hot dogs, cake and lemonade. A ceremony includes a parade of Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and ROTC units in uniform. 1-3 p.m. Free. 3411 Peters Colony Road, Flower Mound. 972-874-6276. www.flower-mound.com/specialevents
