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Inaugural Celebra Grapevine Event – FREE
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
This year, Grapevine will have its very own celebration! The inaugural Celebra Grapevine will take place on Sunday, October 16 from 3 to 6 pm at Peace Plaza, 815 South Main Street. Parking availability for this FREE event in the Historic Downtown Grapevine area may be viewed at bit.ly/3pdLGal.
Celebra, which means “to celebrate” in Spanish, will the first celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month for the City of Grapevine. The festival will hoor the contributions of Latinos, highlight local talent, and present a platform for sharing and learning. The event will feature local popular entertainment such as Mariachi Pura Sangre, Sofia Pena, and Fusion Latina. The program also includes local talent from Grapevine, as well as Academia Folklorico Musica y Danza who will be engaging all generations with a flash mob experience. Selfie stations for various Countries represented at this event will be judged by a distinguished panel - and the best artistic representation will receive a trophy. The first Hispanic Heritage Lifetime Achievement Award will also be announced during this family-friendly community event.
Celebra will be a celebration for the community, by the community, with learning and sharing opportunities not only across cultures but also across generations. The event is sponsored by Latinos in Grapevine, along with the Grapevine Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, 121 Community Church, First Baptist Church, and the Grapevine Community Outreach Center.
Attendees will enjoy Mexican and Peruvian folkloric dance troupes, including 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students from Silver Lake and Timberline Elementary schools. A flash mob experience will allow anyone to join in and Country booths will present an opportunity for attendees to learn about the countries represented, both in English and Spanish. Please visit LatinosInGrapevine.org for additional details about this exciting event.
Historical Walking Tour – Now through Saturday, October 29
Take part in this fun and unique experience before it closes for the season! Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District is the oldest settlement in Tarrant County, originating under the Lone Star flag of the Republic of Texas in 1844, a year before Texas was annexed by the United States of America. Come stroll through time, and learn and explore on a guided tour of Grapevine’s history and heritage. Our visitor concierge guides will take you on a guided 90-minute journey including stops on Historic Main Street, Grapevine Vintage Railroad District, and the Settlement to City Museums to name a few. With structures and buildings dating from the 1880s to the 1920s, Grapevine is truly a Texan gem. Tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Dates: Now through Saturday, October 29
Times: 9 am, 1 pm & 6 pm
Location: Grapevine Main Visitor Center, 815 South Main Street
Fee: $5
UPCOMING EVENTS
Connections: Special Needs Parent Group - Thursday, October 13
Connections is a monthly meeting for parents of children with special needs hosted on the second Thursday of each month. Meet other families experiencing a similar life path and enjoy a safe space to share your story and hear from experts in the field. This month's guest speaker is Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and registered Play Therapist, Dr. Tracy McClung. Doors open at 6:45 pm with guest speaker beginning at 7 pm.
Date: Thursday, October 13
Time: 6:45 – 8 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Spanish Storytime / Cuentos en Español - Friday, October 14
Special guest Yvette Lopez from the community group Latinos in Grapevine will present a series of Spanish Storytimes for preschoolers during Hispanic Heritage Month. No registration will be needed. Everyone is welcome!
Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 10:30 - 11 am
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Fall Music Series at Grapevine Main – Friday, October 14 - FREE
Located on the Plaza directly outside of Harvest Hall, guests are invited to enjoy food from six chef-inspired global kitchens as well as specialty crafted cocktails and performances by some of the best local artists and bands in the metroplex!
Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: 215 East Dallas Road
Friday Night Date Night at the Palace – Friday, October 14
Beetlejuice - The spirits of a deceased couple are harassed by an unbearable family that has moved into their home and they hire a malicious spirit to drive them out. Tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: 300 South Main Street
Admission: Adults $6 | Children ages two and under are free
25th Annual Butterfly Flutterby – Saturday, October 15 - FREE
Flutter into fall at the 25th Annual Butterfly Flutterby on Saturday, October 15, presented by Cook Children’s Health Care System. People and pets dressed in butterfly finery will parade down Historic Main Street during the Gossamer Costume Parade, sponsored by BrightView Landscape Services. The parade will be followed by LIVE butterfly releases, sponsored by Brightview Landscape, held at the Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball Street at 10:45 am, 11:45 am, 12:30 pm, with a final release at Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street at 1:30 pm. Enjoy an arts and crafts station, sponsored by Camp Bow Wow. Hear butterfly stories and learn more fun facts about butterflies at 11:15 am and 12:15 pm. Parade registration is required to participate and begins at 8:45 am in the parking lot behind the Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau, 636 South Main Street. Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for additional information.
Fall Round Up – Saturday, October 15 - FREE
Family fall agriculture festival including pumpkin patch, pie making, pony rides, and more.
Date: Saturday, October 15
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Stitch Craft Circle – Saturday, October 15
Bring your own project to work on and share. We have some supplies and small projects for practice. We always welcome donations of extra materials. Teens and adults of all skill levels are welcome. This program will be held in the Area History Room. No registration needed.
Date: Friday, October 15
Time: 10:30 am to 12 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Saturday Storytime: Not-So-Spooky Stories with Dorayne Breedlove – October 22
Join us for some spooky (but not too spooky) stories, songs, and fun with storyteller Dorayne Breedlove who will be our guest at a special Saturday afternoon Family Storytime! All ages welcome.
Date: Saturday, October 22
Time: 2 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
PumpkinFest at Meadowmere Park – Select Weekends in October
Enjoy fall festivities with a pumpkin patch, multiple photo opportunities, and a Halloween-themed hike on the Meadowmere Park trail. Beginning at dusk, guests will enjoy the famous singing pumpkins and The BooMan Group. For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com/PumpkinFest. Dates: Fridays – Sundays (October 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, & 23)
Time: 10 am – 9 pm
Location: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane
Fees: $20 per car | $40 per bus (No cash accepted, debit or credit cards only)
The REC Aquatic Center Circus Swim – Friday, October 21
Join us at The REC for this year’s Halloween event, Circus Swim. Enjoy a fun-filled evening of carnival games, a photo booth, lots of swimming, and family-friendly fun! In order to prepare for this event, The REC Aquatic Center will close from 2 to 6:30 pm. Registration is required at GoGrapevine.com/event/Circus-Swim/. Date: Friday, October 21
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: The REC Aquatic Center, 1175 Municipal Way
Fee: Free for members | $5 for non-members
Keep Grapevine Beautiful Joins 6 Stones for Happy To Help Saturday on October 22
Keep Grapevine Beautiful is partnering with the 6 Stones Community Powered Revitalization (CPR) program on October 22. CPR assists homeowners who are struggling to make necessary repairs to the exterior of their homes. This is a very impactful joint effort between the organization, the City, various businesses, nonprofit organizations, and churches. Please visit 6 Stones.org to view various completed projects and their impact. Please register to volunteer at bit.ly/3C7CQzZ. Date: Saturday, October 22
Time: 8 am – 4 pm
Location: Specific location and instructions will be sent to registrants as the date approaches.
ECO Talk: The State of Recycling - Wednesday, October 26
Has the local rate of recycling improved? How has the nation adapted to China’s ban on some plastic imports? Republic Services Municipal Services Manager Jeri Harwell will provide answers and discuss what is truly recyclable along with more industry news. Registration is open at KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org. Date: Wednesday, October 26
Time: 7 – 8 pm
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Texas Arbor Day - Saturday, November 5
Keep Grapevine Beautiful is partnering with Verizon to plant trees in our parks on Texas Arbor Day. Citizen Foresters will assist, teaching about the importance of trees, proper planting, and care. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to take part in this fun event. Register to volunteer at KeepGrapevineBeautiful/org/ArborDay. Date: Saturday, November 5
Time: 9 – 11 am
Location: Oak Grove Park, 2520 Oak Grove Loop South
Higher Goals Holiday Basketball Camps – November, December & January
Grapevine is partnering with Higher Goals to offer youth basketball camps during November, December, and January! These camps, open to boys and girls of all skill levels, are going to be action-packed with fundamental drills and skills improvement. Registration is now open at https://bit.ly/3RRb0Og. Dates: November 21 - 23, December 26 – 30 & January 2 - 5
Time: 9 am – 12 pm | Check-in begins at 8:30 am
Locations: November – Heritage Middle School | December & January – Grapevine Faith High School
Ages: 6 - 15
Fee: Varies by session
Art Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour and celebrate the public art of Grapevine. With over 20 stops along Historic Main Street, visitors will discover an extensive and impressive bronze collection and murals. Guides will point out hidden gems and new art discoveries during the tour. Afterwards, stop by one of the seven fine art galleries or working studios, all within walking distance. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com to purchase tickets and for additional information. Dates: Ongoing
Times: Various
Location: Visitor Information Center, 815 South Main Street
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