July 4
See fireworks in Castle Hills
Celebrate the holiday at the annual Castle Hills 4th of July Freedom Festival. The event features live music, food trucks, bounce houses, face painting and a fireworks display. 5:30 p.m. (fireworks start at dusk). Free.
2520 King Arthur Blvd., Lewisville.
972-410-6500.
www.castlehillsvillageshops.com
July 4
Bret Michaels headlines
Independence Fest in Flower Mound starts with a children’s parade and ends with fireworks around 9:50 p.m. Activities include a vintage car show, food and drinks and a free kid zone. The festival is headlined by Bret Michaels and includes a performance by Le Freak. 5 p.m. Free.
Bakersfield Park, 1201 Duncan Lane, Flower Mound.
972-874-6000.
www.flower-mound.com
July 9
Lewisville hosts Selena tribute
Bidi Bidi Banda returns to the Sounds of Lewisville concert series with a tribute to Selena. The Lewisville Parks & Recreation Teddy Bear Picnic takes place during this concert. Enjoy the concert with your favorite teddy bear and bring a new one to donate. PediPlace will distribute donated bears to children of low-income families. 7 p.m. Free.
Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville.
972-219-3401.
www.soundsoflewisville.com
July 10
Test sci-fi knowledge at library trivia night
The library hosts a sci-fi themed trivia night. Questions cover a variety of sci-fi books, movies and television shows all ranging in different levels of difficulty for all ages. Participants may form teams of up to four members and no registration is required. 7 p.m. Free.
Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound.
972-874-6167.
www.fmlibrary.net
July 13
Make a soy candle
The candle making workshop is led by local artisan candle maker Lisa Collin. She leads the class through the creation of an 8-ounce, 100% soy candle in a glass jar. Scents are available to add. Guests will also learn how to choose candles that are healthier. She also has tips on making candles last longer. 2 p.m. $35.
Makers on Main, 190 W. Main St., Lewisville.
469-240-0368.
https://makersonmain.com
July 13
Adopt a pet at EarthWise
Join the nonprofit Animal Rescue Foundation of Texas at EarthWise Pet Supply’s July adoption event. The group’s goal is to rescue pets from shelters and find homes for them. Puppies and kittens will be available for adoption. EarthWise will have free pet treat samples available. Guests can also meet Sandy the Sloth. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission.
EarthWise Pet Supply, 2311 Cross Timbers Road, Ste. 307, Flower Mound.
972-355-5939.
earthwisepet.com/dallas-flowermound
July 18
Learn how to enhance your neighborhood
The workshop teaches residents about the Love Your Block and Neighborhood Enhancement Program. Through the program residents can brainstorm ideas with city staff and neighbors on how to do such things as add park benches or have a party in their neighborhood. 6:30 p.m. Free.
Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville.
972-219-3400.
www.cityoflewisville.com
July 18
Learn about plants that thrive in shade
Keep Lewisville Beautiful, the city of Lewisville and AgriLife Water University partner for this garden class. Learn about native and adapted plants that thrive in shadier spots along with tips and tricks to create beautiful shade gardens that beat the Texas heat. The class also covers gardening under mature trees as well as turf alternatives and hardscape options for low-light areas. 6 p.m. Free.
Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville.
972-538-5949
www.keeplewisvillebeautiful.org/garden-secrets
July 25
Enjoy a balloon show at Flower Mound library
Rob Holladay the Magical Balloon Guy visits the library to entertain children ages 4 and older. Seating is limited, and tickets are required for admission. Tickets are issued first-come, first-served at the Youth Services Desk beginning at 9 a.m. on show day. A valid Flower Mound Public Library card must be presented to receive tickets. 2 p.m. Free.
Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound.
972-874-6200
www.fmlibrary.net
July 30
Enjoy a Garth Brooks tribute in the plaza
Shameless-A Tribute to Garth Brooks closes out the 2019 Sounds of Lewisville concert series. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Well-behaved pets on a leash are allowed. Food and drinks are available for purchase. 7 p.m. Free.
Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 Church st., Lewisville
www.soundsoflewisville.com