It's time for Creative Arts Center's annual kids and youth art contest! The opening night reception will be come and go from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 4 at the center. The awards ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. that evening. All are welcome to come see the artwork, meet the young artists, enjoy some light refreshments and network with others. Winners will earn cash prizes and ribbons. All young artists will have the option of putting their artwork up for sale. PLUS, we are thrilled to have a special exhibit in the East Gallery by Tatiana Murray and Wanda Oliver from the Windom School of Art!

The 44th Annual Scarborough Renaissance Festival® is interactive fun for everyone, 16th Century style! This North Texas tradition invites you to step back in time for the time of your life to enjoy the jousting (all-new for 2025), birds of prey exhibitions, Mermaid Lagoon, and 20+ stages of non-stop Renaissance entertainment.

The City of McKinney invites the community to celebrate sustainability at an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 5 at TUPPS Brewery, 402 E. Louisiana St. This free family-friendly event offers a full day of entertainment, education, and eco-friendly fun to inspire residents to help keep McKinney clean and green.

Calling all classic rock fans in Texoma / North Texas! Don't miss 78 Live, the ultimate party band that blends classic rock, dance, and party music into an unforgettable good time.

April showers bring May flowers and Bonham Public Library's Books 'n' Blooms Bazaar on April 5 has everything you need to jumpstart your garden! This is your chance to support one of the finest small-town libraries in Texas. Come check out beautiful potted plants, decorative garden items and a variety of seasonal crafts. In addition, the library will be hosting a bake sale and a book sale.

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