Here are some events to do in Lewisville, Flower Mound and Highland Village this September and October.

September 19

Attend an open house

Lewisville Public Library is hosting a homeschool open house for families with children and teens. Families with children who are homeschooled can learn about resources and opportunities available to students and parents during a presentation followed by tours of the library. Registration is not required. 2-3 p.m. Free. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville. 972-219-3570. www.tinyurl.com/yc2szcuk

September 23-24


Enjoy Western Days festival

Lewisville Western Days returns to Old Town Lewisville. The two-day festival will include family-friendly music, food and activities. The event will feature entertainment and more. The 2022 headliners will be Randy Rogers Band and Gary Allan. Free (before 7 p.m.), $15 for 13 years and older. Old Town Lewisville, 2 W. Main St., Lewisville. 972-219-3401. www.tinyurl.com/5n8rkpvu

September 24

Learn fly-fishing


The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is hosting a fly-fishing clinic. The Dallas Fly Fishers will teach participants the basics of fly-fishing, including how to cast, tying basic fly-fishing knots, discussing various types of flies, learning about aquatic ecosystem health and more. Participants will need warm clothing, eye protection, a hat, sun protection and drinking water. All fly-fishing equipment will be provided. The class is open to those age 12 and up. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (with paid entry to LLELA), $5 (per vehicle paid by card only at gatehouse). 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville. 469-877-0695. www.tinyurl.com/26nzju5e

September 24

Clean up and recycle

Keep Flower Mound Beautiful is hosting its semiannual fall cleanup. The event will begin with a trash-off from 8:30-11 a.m., followed by the environmental fair from 10 a.m.-noon and a recycle drop-off from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The fall cleanup will be held at Flower Mound High School’s parking lot at the corner of Sagebrush Drive and Old Settlers Road. Participants are invited to recycle paper, electronics, clothing, writing materials, plastic bags and wraps, and wire hangers. Drop-off for medication and eye glasses will also be available. Lunch will be provided. Groups and individuals can register for trash pickup on the organization’s website. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Flower Mound High School, 3411 Peters Colony Road, Flower Mound. 469-828-9074. www.tinyurl.com/3zkcd92z


October 1, 8, 15

Listen to music

The city of Highland Village begins its 2022 Concerts in the Park series Oct. 1. The free, family-friendly event will take place during the first three Saturdays of the month. The series will feature performances by local bands and food from food truck vendors at Doubletree Ranch Park. Live 80 will perform on Oct. 1, followed by Jukebox Heroes on Oct. 8 and Texas Flood on Oct. 15. Overflow parking will be available at Copperas Branch Park, and a shuttle service will begin running at 6:30 p.m. Event starts at 7 p.m. Free (admission). Doubletree Ranch Park, 310 Highland Village Road, Highland Village. 972-317-7430. www.tinyurl.com/2pw97cxe

October 15


Play ball

Fire and police teams from across North Texas will come together for the annual Battle of the Badges softball tournament hosted by The Lewisville Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association. Opening ceremonies will begin at 11:30 a.m., and the first pitch will be at 8 a.m. The charity event benefits the LCPAAA. The event will also feature bounce houses, a craft fair and a raffle. 8 a.m. Free. Lewisville Railroad Park, 1301 S. Railroad St., Lewisville. www.tinyurl.com/5n7bwyc2