The city of Lewisville and Cox Event Productions will host the Professional Bull Riders at the Lewisville Rodeo Arena on Sept. 18. There will be a special cattle drive parade down Main Street to usher in the riders. A mix of newcomers and veteran riders, who are part of the PBR’s Touring Pro Division, will compete. The event features 35 contestants, each riding one bull, with 12 advancing to the championship round for another bull ride. The winner will be based on the combined score from both rounds of bull riding. Proceeds benefit the veterans charity Boot Campaign, which offers a variety of programs to help restore the lives of veterans and military families. Also during the event, the city of Lewisville will hold a ceremony to rename the venue the Bill Weaver Arena after one of its former mayors who was integral in the arena being built. 7:30 p.m. (gates open at 6 p.m.) $25. Lewisville Rodeo Arena, 101 Parkway Drive. 972-219-3710. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/nuh65cxr Rodeo: https://PBR.com
Aug. 18: Learn CPR
The Highland Village Fire Department will host a CPR and automated external defibrillator training course. Residents will be able to gain CPR certification that will last for up to two years. 6-9 p.m. $40 (residents), $50 (non-residents). 1200 Highland Village Road, Highland Village. 972-317-0890. www.highlandvillage.org
Aug. 21: Take in a concert
Highland Village Doubletree Ranch Park is hosting a Concert in the Park series featuring local artists on Aug. 21, Sept. 18 and Oct. 2. On Aug. 21, King George, a George Strait tribute artist, will perform. 7 p.m. Free (admission); concessions will be available for purchase. 310 Highland Village Road, Highland Village. 972-317-7430. www.highlandvillage.org
Aug. 21-22: Dress as your favorite comic book character
The Dallas Comic Show is coming to Music City Mall Lewisville on Aug. 21-22. The family-friendly event will feature pop culture vendors, comic book and celebrity guests, gaming and anime content. Cosplay is encouraged. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Aug. 21), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Aug. 22). $10 (Aug. 21), $5 (Aug. 22), free (children age 12 and under). Music City Mall Lewisville, 2401 S. Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville. www.dallascomicshow.com
Aug. 22: Drop off your compost
The Flower Mound Farmers Market will host a community compost drop-off as part of its weekly farmers market. Residents may drop off full buckets of compost and pick up new ones in a drive-thru style. The market will also have a variety of vendors. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Parker Square, 1500 Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound. 972-884-0680. www.fourseasonsmarkets.com
Aug. 28: Celebrate Thrive, opening of nature park
Lewisville will celebrate the first anniversary of its Thrive recreation center and the grand opening of Thrive Nature Park located across the street. Thrive +1 includes fitness class demonstrations, short nature hikes and facility tours. Class sizes will be limited. Food trucks will have food and drinks for sale. Activities start at 10 a.m. Free. 1950 S. Valley Parkway, Lewisville. www.cityoflewisville.com
Aug. 28: Party with Reggae music
The Dallas Yacht Club will host Jamaica Me Crazy, a Reggae music-themed party, at Eagle Point Marina. The party will be hosted by DJ D-Man. 6 p.m. Free (admission). 1 Eagle Point Road, Lewisville. 972-436-6561. www.eaglepointmarina.com
Aug. 29 See Ilan Chester perform in Lewisville
Venezuelan singer Ilan Chester will perform at the Lewisville Grand Theatre. 7 p.m. $45-$85 per person. 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville. 972-219-8446. www.lewisvillegrand.com
Aug. 31: Get your car seat inspected
The city of Lewisville will conduct car seat safety inspections and provide installation guidelines at the Central Fire Station. 8:30-11 a.m. No registration fee, but appointment is required. 188 N. Valley Parkway, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. www.cityoflewisville.com
Sept. 4: Enjoy a nature walk
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area will host its First Saturday Nature Walk for all ages with a naturalist. 10 a.m.-noon. Free (registration required), $5 parking. 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville. 972-219-3550. www.cityoflewisville.com
Sept. 12: Take a guided kayak tour
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area will host a guided kayak tour on Lewisville Lake for anyone age 9 and up. All skill levels are accepted. LLELA instructors will be on site to help train on water safety. 5-7 p.m. $30 (per person), $5 parking fee. 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville. 972-219-3550. www.cityoflewisville.com
