Feel like you're walking down the runway... Art Meets Fashion is coming to McKinney on October 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Church Street Auditorium. This curated fashion show is a preservation fundraiser so you'll have the highest confidence that your attendance will go to a good cause. Fabulous clothes are paired with fabulous art in this show curated by The Devi Collective and HOME ON BISHOP. Artists are selected from the DFW area to paint large artscapes that are used to curate clothing selections. Tickets on sale now and GROUP tickets are also available.

Hooper's Hope Women's Cancer Support Group supports all women that have or have had any type cancer. We meet the second Monday of each month.

Looking for something fun and different to do? Do you know how to play golf? Not know how to play golf? This is going to be fun for the both of you!

Red River Station is extremely proud to present, Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group, Friday October 10, 8:00 p.m.! Whether touring as a 'Duo' or with his 'Acoustic Group' or his 'Large Band,' Lovett's live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend's deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.

All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favorite #1 blue engine, is coming to town and we’re celebrating big this year for Thomas’s 80th Birthday. Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour will be stopping at Grapevine Vintage Railroad on October 10-12 & 17-19, 2025.

Join us this Wednesday for our next Water Talk webinar with local expert Diane Wetherbee! She’ll share tips on choosing native plants that create beautiful habitat for hummingbirds and butterflies and use less water than turfgrass or other non-native plants.

Join us at the Bonham Public Library for a day of fall fun, community, and support for your favorite local institution! We'll have beautifully painted pumpkins for sale, crafts from local artisans, and delicious baked goods for sale to get you in the autumn spirit. Don't forget to pick up a jar of the FAMOUS Red Pepper Relish, made by the ladies of our library board! All proceeds go directly back to the library to support new books, programs, and resources for our community!

"This time of year, Texans may be more inclined to get outside to enjoy the cooler weather, but fewer daylight hours can create darker, riskier conditions," TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams said. In the Paris District in 2024, there were 42 traffic crashes involving pedestrians, resulting in 7 pedestrian fatalities and 14 pedestrian serious injuries.

Listening to Aaron Lacombe’s songs, you won’t hear a lot of effort to sound like anyone else or to play by any particular set of rules. Sure, it’s only natural that dashes of heroes like Lyle Lovett or Guy Clark sneak into the stew, but what you’ll mostly hear are stories being told from the perspective of a man who has been there and wants to share what he learned from his experiences.

The shuffle of tiles and the hum of friendly chatter fill a local café on a Sunday afternoon. Four women lean in, their racks lined with brightly colored tiles, each plotting a move that might change the game. A burst of laughter breaks out when someone calls “Mahjong!” — a word now echoing more often across McKinney.

The Stones Are Speaking documents the preservation of the Gault Site, an archeological site located in Central Texas about 40 miles north of Austin, halfway between Georgetown and Killeen. The site changed history by revealing evidence of people living in Central Texas 20,000 years ago — much longer than previously thought. The film focuses on the role of Michael Collins, the respected Texas archeologist who was so determined to preserve the site for future generations that he spent years advocating and fundraising for the site, eventually spending his personal money to buy and donate it to The Archaeological Conservancy.

Open to the public Monday - Friday! Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Lunch is served from 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The new survey will explore the extent to which Americans believe veterans embody qualities such as strong leadership, a commitment to democratic values and an ability to work across differences. It will also examine whether military experience is viewed as a meaningful qualification for elected office. At a time when institutional trust is strained and political divisions run deep, this research seeks to answer the question: Do Americans see veterans as uniquely positioned to help lead and unite the country?

Ladonia, October 7; Bonham, October 15. If you would like to volunteer we need your help!

This year's theme for the festival is Victory – as in Victory in World War II, which the Allies declared 80 years ago, defeating the Axis powers in Europe in May 1945 and in Asia that September. The festival celebrates the legacy of American airpower with warbird rides, cockpit tours, flight demos, veteran tributes, immersive exhibits and so much more! A fantastic array of historically significant and beautiful airplanes, most from the WWII era, will be on display at the Aviation Discovery Fest.

Red River Station is always proud to welcome to our stage, a true Texas Music Legend, Gary P. Nunn Saturday October 4! Want to meet Gary?! Purchase one of our reserved tables 1 through 12.

The Bonham Visitor Center is excited to participate with the Red River Valley Tourism Assoc. of Texas and Oklahoma, Hwy 82/287 Yard Sale coming up Oct. 3-4.

Get ready for a shopping adventure! The Red River Hwy 82/287 Yard Sale is happening Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, 2025!

The October Art Show Opening Reception will be on Friday, October 3. Guests can come and go from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Free admission. Light refreshments and drinks will be served. This month’s show theme is Trees. A special exhibit is in the East Gallery, celebrating the work of Donna West throughout the month of October.

Come enjoy a bowl of chili and support the fire department!

Dallas Fan Festival returns to the Irving Convention Center October 4–5, 2025, bringing together generations of fans with celebrity guests from classic films, TV, comics, and pop culture. This year’s event shines a spotlight on nostalgia, giving attendees the chance to meet beloved stars while exploring interactive exhibits, cosplay contests, and family-friendly programming.

We'll be serving hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, sweets, tea, and water—free for everyone in the community. We’ll also be sharing some special 125-year keepsake materials to mark this milestone.

Award-winning journalist and ABC 20/20 co-anchor Deborah Roberts and Jen Hatmaker, New York Times best-selling author, podcaster speaker and advocate, were the featured speakers for "Leading the Lone Star State: Texas Women in Public Service Summit" on Sept. 19 at the Denton Convention Center. photo by Leo Gonzalez/TWU

Autumn in Bonham holds the distinction of being a Century Mile ride and features five paved routes, and three gravel routes, which includes a 13-mile "family" route all within Fannin County. Participants of past rides will recognize familiar landmarks along the 13, 28, 38, 70 & 100-mile paved routes and enjoy riding by Bois d’Arc Lake and pass the Caddo Grasslands. Riders that prefer gravel now have three routes to choose: a 28-mile, 45 mile and a 71-mile option.

Greenville Municipal Auditorium welcomes Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives to the stage Thursday, October 2, 2025. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars! Tickets for Santa’s North Pole Express and other Christmas Capital of Texas® events will go on sale Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 10 a.m. CT. Santa’s North Pole Express excursions will start on Friday, November 28. Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s beloved tradition will feature classic Christmas singalongs, cheerful elves and time with Santa Claus himself, all onboard luxury 1920s-era coaches.

New series uses wit and wisdom to teach safe driving habits to Texans of all ages

Aunt Pearl’s Biscuits will be gracing the stage TONIGHT at Music In the Garden. Get out to the Creative Arts Center and party with Texoma's finest jam band from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. They put the biscuit spin on some great cover tunes, along with their original songs as well.

Guest speaker will be Tami Brown Rodriguez. Topic: Unmasking Exploitation: Truth, Policy, and the Fight for America’s (or Texas’) Children.

Entries are accepted through September 30, 2025. (photo by Allen Rich)