The friendly software developer interviewing from his spare bedroom in Plano might not be in Plano. He might not even be the person whose name appears on the résumé. For Texas employers hiring remote IT workers, that is no longer a far-fetched cybersecurity scenario.

After bringing its larger-than-life celebration of Asian food and culture to Dallas last year, Panda Fest is officially returning Nov. 6-8, taking over Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Ave., for three days of eating, exploring and panda-filled fun. The family-friendly festival will feature more than 60 Asian food vendors serving 150+ street food options, 20+ merchandise vendors, live cultural entertainment, interactive experiences and, of course, pandas at every turn.

The crew working hard remodel the cafeteria and lobby areas of TMC Bonham and it's going to look great! However, now November 9 will be the earliest possible day that we may reopen.

Toast to the evening! Be the first to view the stunning Neoclassical styles or don your own opulent Regency-era garb and stay for the Masquerade Harvest Ball.

Frontier Village & Museum will come alive with re-enactors, craftsmen, traditional skills and activities that give visitors a chance to experience history beyond the pages of a book. Musical Guest: Keith Newsome.

Please join your friends at Justice is Served, Fannin County Children's Center's annual fundraiser supporting the children and families affected by abuse and neglect in our community. Enjoy a delicious dinner served by local officials, bid on exciting auction items, dance the night away to a live band, and help us to continue providing crucial services to those who need them most. We invite your business to underwrite a special piece of our Denim & Pearls evening. Support a worthy cause, enhance your visibility in Fannin County, and engage with community leaders, business owners and guests all night long!

Saddle up for a day of frontier fun! Our FINAL Living History Day of the year is Saturday, November 7. The Village will be full of music, re-enactors, artisan demonstrations, and more! Musical guest: Keith Newsome!

The National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame will introduce “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo” as the inaugural exhibition in its new Icons Gallery when the Museum’s expansion opens November 7, 2026. Created in collaboration with Lambert, the exhibition features the one-of-a-kind wardrobe she wore during her Las Vegas residency.

Under the direction of Special Events and Theatre Director Abby Morales and Theatre Manager Nichole Belford, The Addison Performing Arts Centre is in the middle of a rebirth. With new seating, updated restrooms, an improved bar experience and other renovations underway, The Addison is also adding different types of programming to its repertoire, while still being home to stunning live theatrical productions. One such newcomer to The Addison is the Addison Full Circle Film Festival, which will take place Nov. 7-8. The Town’s first film fest will show feature-length films at the Main Stage and short films in the Black Box Theatre.

Kaleidoscope Park Foundation invites the community to experience creativity in action during Chalk the Park, presented by the Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation, a free, family-friendly chalk art festival and competition taking place Saturday, Nov. 7, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Please bring your tools, new flowers, fireant killer, etc. We will be removing damaged & old flowers and placing new flags as needed for the upcoming Veterans Day. The Cemetery will supply the water, trashbags and snacks

"The Grand Return is more than a celebration - it's a homecoming," said Elizabeth Wattley, CEO of Forest Forward. "For generations, the Forest Theater was a place where South Dallas gathered, celebrated and saw itself reflected. On Nov. 1, after more than 50 years, we will light the tower again and invite the entire city through these doors to experience what comes next."

For our next monthly exhibit at the Creative Arts Center, we're inviting artists to share their best scapes! Think cityscape, landscape, mindscape, dreamscape — or any other kind of scape your imagination can dream up! Of course, we also will be happy to accept Artist's Choice artwork too! The opening reception is set for Friday, November 6, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

George Washington and Thomas Jefferson are best remembered for their roles in founding a nation, but their contributions to American gardening and horticulture left a lasting legacy of their own. Both men were passionate gardeners, agricultural innovators, and lifelong students of the natural world. This presentation will explore how their work at Mount Vernon and Monticello helped shape early American gardening traditions through experimentation, landscape design, and the introduction and cultivation of new plant varieties.

Heard-Craig Center for the Arts invites you to attend an art history lecture focusing on contemporary art of the Middle East. You will not want to miss this FREE Art History event inside the Heard-Craig Carriage House.

Natalie Venetia Belcon and David Oquendo in Buena Vista Social Club. Buena Vista Social Club™ will make its Dallas premiere at the Music Hall at Fair Park November 3-15, 2026 as part of the 2026/2027 Broadway Dallas Series. photo by Matthew Murphy

Visitors to McKinney have a new reason to stay out after dark. The Cipher Lounge, a new immersive entertainment destination in Downtown McKinney, will begin its soft opening on Wednesday, August 12, bringing together craft cocktails, small plates, and theatrical escape-room experiences under one roof.

Experience the magic of the holidays in Historic Downtown McKinney, November 27–29, 2026, with festive entertainment, unique shopping, family-friendly attractions, and cherished holiday traditions. Capture the magic of the season with festive photo opportunities throughout Downtown McKinney.

The season kicks off on Saturday, November 28 with the Christmas Tree Lighting & S’Mores Cook-Off around the Fannin County Courthouse Square. Local teams will serve samples of their best s’mores creations from 5:30–6:30 p.m., while an anonymous panel of judges samples right alongside the public to choose this year’s champion. The community Christmas tree will officially light at 6:00 p.m. with the courthouse bells, and holiday tunes and twinkling lights will help set the mood for a cozy start to the season. The celebration continues on Friday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. with the Christmas Parade & Hot Cocoa Hop. The holiday weekend continues on Saturday, December 5 with the Holiday Wine Stroll & Taste of Bonham.

Snow Geese (and Ross Geese) season is almost here! Expect to see gaggles of geese mid to late November as they migrate to (and through) the refuge.

The Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Leadership Fannin Class of 2027! Following the recent graduation of the Class of 2026, the Chamber is preparing to welcome a new group of emerging and established leaders who are ready to learn, connect, and make a difference in Fannin County. Applications are now open, with a submission deadline of January 29, 2027.

Activities for kids, teens and adults!

The Inflatable Turkey Map is returning to McKinney for 2026, bringing back a beloved seasonal activity that encourages residents and visitors to get creative, explore the community, and have a little fun along the way. After featuring more than 400 inflatable turkeys across McKinney last year, Visit McKinney is inviting the community to make this year's map bigger than ever.

If signature fingerpicking guitar and harmonica along with poignant lyrics are "your thing," then it's time to make a reservation to hear this veteran singer-songwriter of the highest caliber at Harmony House on Sunday, November 1, 2026, 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Roy Floyd Community Center (Armory)

Join us for an evening of haunted history, true ghost stories, and local legends as we explore the darker side of historic Downtown Denison, Texas! At each stop, you’ll hear about the real people, historic events, unexplained encounters, and ghostly activity that have become part of Denison’s haunted history. Tour Dates: Saturday, October 24 and Friday, October 30.

Open Mic Night is back at the Creative Arts Center on Thursday, October 29 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Community members are encouraged to perform by singing, playing an instrument, reciting poetry or telling some jokes. Performers are encouraged to sign up for their spot ahead of time on the center’s website. Community members are also encouraged to come watch and cheer on the performers. Free admission. Donations encouraged.

When Fort Worth Public Art brought glass-and-stone mosaics to the Chisholm Trail Parkway, the wildlife imagery reinterpreted in that public art drew on photographs by local artists — among them Dennis Stewart. More than a decade later, the self-taught Fort Worth wildlife photographer is sharing his work with the community directly: a collection of Stewart's images, drawn from his TCU Press book Seeing Wild, is on exhibit at the Bedford Main Public Library. The free exhibition is on display now through October 31, 2026, during regular library hours, and features images captured over more than twenty years in the field — from intimate portraits of wildlife found in Texas to remarkable encounters in Yellowstone National Park, Kenya, and beyond.

Recognized as Favorite Faery/Fantasy Festival at the 21st Annual Renaissance Festival Awards, as voted on by Renaissance festival fans nationwide, Scarborough's Hollow returns this fall with its biggest and most immersive season yet. The expanded fall fantasy festival transforms Scarborough Faire’s 16th century village into an enchanted world of fantasy, folklore and unforgettable autumn adventure. photos by Southwest Festivals LLC