June 6
Get involved in your community
At this event, participants learn how to get involved in volunteerism and community boards by mingling with representatives from nonprofits in addition to city and county boards and commissions. 5:30-7 p.m. Open to the public. Collin College Central Park Campus, 2400 Community Ave. 972-542-0163. www.mckinneychamber.com
June 8
Pair food and beer at a festival
At the inaugural McKinney Beer and Bites Festival six McKinney restaurants serve food tastings paired with Tupps beers. Participants vote on the best pairing at the end of the day. Other festivities include shopping booths and live music. Proceeds benefit Hugs Cafe, a McKinney nonprofit that supports adults with special needs. 4-8 p.m. $40. Tupps Brewery, 721 Anderson St. https://mckinneybeerandbites.eventbrite.com
June 8
Modern Farmhouse
Rusty Silo Events hosts a market with decor and clothing from more than 100 vendors, food trucks, door prizes and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). Venue at McKinney Town Center, 207 E. Davis St. 469-325-6977. www.rustysiloevents.com/events
June 9
Party at Hugs Greenhouse
Hugs Greenhouse hosts a celebration for its spring opening. Attendees can shop for plants and flowers, play in a cornhole tournament and witness a pie-eating contest among McKinney community members. Proceeds benefit Hugs’ mission to support adults with special needs. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (admission). Hugs Greenhouse, 3054 CR 205. 972-670-2062. www.facebook.com/hugsgreenhouse
June 15
Celebrate opening of all-abilities park
The McKinney Parks and Recreation Department hosts a grand opening and celebration for the newly renovated Bonnie Wenk Park. Renovations include an all-abilities playground, extended trails and multiuse fields. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Bonnie Wenk Park, 2996 Virginia Parkway. 972-547-7480. www.mckinneytexas.org
June 17
Golf for a cause
This inaugural charity golf tournament supports Connection Therapeutic Riding Center in Lampasas and the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas. Participants can compete in a variety of golf-related contests, and each attendee will receive a free drink. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Prices vary. Stonebridge Ranch Country Club, 7003 Beacon Hill Road. 214-843-3835. www.linderlegacygroup.com
June 21
Stretch out in the sun during solstice yoga
This outdoor yoga session takes place at the Apex Centre during the summer solstice. Age 12 and younger are not permitted. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $5 (members), $7 (nonmembers). Apex Centre, 3003 Alma Road. 972-547-2739. www.mckinneytexas.org/1315/apex-centre
June 21
Make new friends at Neon Glow
This glow-in-the-dark dance party is for adults with special needs age 18 and older, as well as their families and caregivers. Attendees must be accompanied by a guardian. 6-8 p.m. $5 (per person). McKinney Community Center, 2001 S. Central Expressway. 972-547-2690. www.mckinneytexas.org
Upcoming events
Celebrate the Fourth of July
972-547-7330
www.mckinneytexas.org
Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St.
- Hometown Parade, 10 a.m.
- Yankee Doodle Block Party,11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Classic car, truck and cycle show, 1-5 p.m.
Chestnut Square, 315 S. Chestnut St.
- Star-Spangled Salsa Festival,11 a.m.-3 p.m.
McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch, 6375 Collin McKinney Parkway
- Activities and food, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
- Concert, 8-9:30 p.m.
- Firework show, 9:45 p.m.