Check out these 9 events in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake

Participants will learn different painting techniques with artist and teacher Jacinda Boneau. All supplies are provided. This class is for ages 18 and up. Registration is required.

• Nov. 14, noon-2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Southlake Training Center, 307 Parkwood Drive, Southlake
• www.cityofsouthlake.com

Reptile enthusiasts can come and check out live animals from around the world at the Grapevine Convention Center. Guests are able to purchase pets and products from experts while learning more about reptiles and exotic animals at live seminars and demonstrations.

• Nov. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
• $6-$15
• 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine
• www.repticon.com

Residents are invited to ring in the holiday season with the annual Christmas tree lighting at Colleyville City Hall. The event includes performances from different local schools, balloon artists, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus and their reindeer.

• Nov. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 100 Main St., Colleyville
• www.colleyville.com/residents/special-events/christmas

Southlake Town Square will be decked out in lights and decor for the holiday season. Enjoy carriage rides, photos with Santa, a snow tubing slide ride and creative arts and crafts.

• Nov. 23, 4:30-8:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1400 Main St., Southlake
• www.visitsouthlaketexas.com/holidays

Watch the Christmas season officially begin in Grapevine at the 36th annual street lighting celebration. Explore Historic Main Street covered in festive lights and check out multiple stages of performances, activities and a holiday bounce house.

• Nov. 25, 4-8:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 200 S. Main St., Grapevine
• GoGrapevine.com/CarolofLights

Snapology's Mega Machine Robotics Class will instruct students on how to create motorized vehicles and machines. Participants will delve into realms of gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks and programming, all while constructing trucks, space rovers, helicopters and more.

• Nov. 25-27, 9 a.m.-noon
• $130
• Colleyville Recreation Center, 5008 Roberts Road, Colleyville
• www.colleyvilleparksandrec.com/recreation/summer-camps

Students will have the opportunity to build their own Pokémon training gyms and create unique battles with friends. Designing a new generation of Pokémon will allow students to show their creativity and improve their problem-solving skills. By examining the habitats, characteristics and needs of different Pokémon, participants will learn about biology and ecology.

• Nov. 25-27, 1-4 p.m.
• $130
• Colleyville Recreation Center, 5008 Roberts Road, Colleyville
• www.colleyvilleparksandrec.com/recreation/summer-camps

Discover the similarities and differences between boas and pythons in this educational experience. Participants have the opportunity to touch, hold and get a picture with the reptilian guests from Wildlife On The Move.

• Nov. 26, 2-3 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1400 Main St., Southlake
• www.cityofsouthlake.com/Calendar