Lifestyles
  • The Biscuit Bar promises big, buttery comfort with a bold motto: "Everything Is Better On A Biscuit." I stopped by the Plano location to see if the food lives up to the hype—and if biscuits really can make everything better. Spoiler: some bites delivered, others missed, but the biscuit itself? Absolutely worth the visit.
  • Galleria Dallas is committed to maintaining a resourceful, impactful and sustainable footprint in our community. As a part of both its Green Initiative and its Artist Collective program that supports local creatives, Galleria Dallas is partnering with global design firm HKS to showcase designs from its TRASHion Show beginning May 4.
  • The Denison Genealogical Society is pleased to announce their upcoming meeting on April 30, 2025 1:30 p.m., at the Frontier Village, located at 111 R. C. Vaughan Rd, Denison, TX 75020.
  • Celebrating Hispanic heritage and tradition, the Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade – presented by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) – is set for Saturday, May 3, from 8:00 a.m. to noon in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood. Billed as the biggest and longest-running parade in North Texas, the mile-long procession will take place on historic Jefferson Boulevard, a vibrant hub for Hispanic communities and businesses.
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of Butterflies in the Garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden through April 30, 2025. Presented by Central Market, this eagerly awaited exhibit features thousands of exotic and native butterflies, fluttering gracefully among lush greenery and vibrant tropical blooms within the FWBG’s Rainforest Conservatory.
  • The Creative Arts Center in Bonham is excited to announce that the Red River Arts Fest will be held on Saturday, May 3. Organizers are planning a full day of art, wine, music and fun at the art center. Heritage Days will also be happening on and around the square that same day, which will mean even more music and fun activities for the whole family.
  • Prepare for an evening of fun and excitement while supporting the Heard. Whether you’re planning a lively night with friends or a special date, this event offers the perfect opportunity to unwind.
  • The Uptown Drifters will be closing out our fall concert series on May 1 with their special brand of Texas Swing. There is something real cool about Texas Swing and The Uptown Drifters will absolutely blow the roof off. Come early to check out the new artwork for the May show.
  • The new mural at the Creative Arts Center in Bonham has been a community effort and is nearing completion.
  • Palmer's Closet held its official ribbon cutting at 311 US-69 Suite 106, in Leonard, TX 75452 this past Saturday, April 19, 2025. What started as an annual ritual to clean out a child's closet has grown into a place that collects kids’ clothes, shoes, and infant necessities that would normally end up at big donation centers — and instead, give them directly to families who need them right here in their community. No price tag. Just community helping community in a dignified setting.
  • Chris Clark, Youth Librarian at Bonham Public Library, gives away free trees to Archie and Roy. In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, Bonham Public Library facilitated the delivery of free black gum sapling trees to kids from all over Fannin County. Thanks to hardworking librarians, our small corner of Texas is participating in a nationwide effort, with a broader goal of giving 100,000 tree saplings to kids this year. To the delight of the Bonham Public Library staff, hundreds of children signed up for the program.
  • Known for his reverb-laden rockabilly sound, Chris Isaak has made a name as one of pop music’s most innovative pioneers. With hits like “Wicked Game,” “Baby Did a Bad Thing” and “Somebody’s Crying,” this innovative auteur has received countless accolades and awards, including three MTV Video Music Awards.
  • 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 Creative Arts Center, Bonham (CACB) is celebrating the April 2025 National Poetry Month with its first "Poet Tree" event. Trees on the property will be decorated with poems submitted by local and global poets of all levels. Selected poems will be laminated and then hung on the trees around the art center, creating a growing exhibition of poems for residents and visitors to stop by and read. Submissions can be original compositions or favorite poems in the public domain, with no restrictions on form or style.
  • Activities for kids, teens and adults!
  • The Windom Art School warriors have completed their goal of 200 bowls for the April 26, Empty Bowls fundraiser benefitting the Fannin Crisis Center. This year's event will not only be an extravaganza of Fannin County generosity, but also Fannin County creativity, with every bowl being a unique handmade work of art.
  • Imagine a simple clay bowl on the table, its surface rough and unpolished. It is empty, its hollow center, a quiet reminder of the pain and silence many carry within.
  • The spacious Show Barn at beautiful Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney will be filled with spring plants and happy gardeners Saturday, April 26 for the popular Collin County Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale.
  • The 2025 Texoma Earth Day Festival will offer educational workshops and interactive children's activities April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 405 N. Rusk St. The free event features sessions on natural history, sustainable practices, pollution awareness and renewable energy. Children's activities include hands-on crafts, cultural experiences and environmental education.
  • May dates for Feeding Fannin Distributions are May 6 in Ladonia and May 21 in Bonham.
  • Celebrating the sights, sounds and culture of India, the sixth-annual Festival of Joy is set for Saturday, April 26, at Klyde Warren Park (2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas). The family-friendly event kicks off at 11:00 a.m. with a vibrant parade, dancing, music and live performances throughout the day. Presented by the acclaimed East Dallas restaurant Kalachandji’s, the Festival of Joy brings together thousands of families, adults and dignitaries from across North Texas for a fun-filled day, teeming with bright colors, beautiful flowers and interactive exhibits focused on exploration and joy. Festival goers seeking culinary delights can enjoy a free vegetarian feast and a variety of ethnic vegetarian foods available for purchase.
  • Sandy Barber and Jessie Bryant wearing jeans that Sandy mended. While we celebrate finding great deals on new clothes, what happens after the purchase often tells a less impressive story. The upcoming Texoma Earth Day Festival (April 26, 2025) offers practical solutions through four textile-focused attractions: a creative trashion show, booths featuring upcycled fashions, a free children's clothing swap, and a textile recycling drop-off point.
  • Spring is in full bloom, and so is the excitement for the Denton County Master Gardener Association's (DCMGA) Annual Plant Sale! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (or until inventory runs out) at the North Texas Fairgrounds, located at 2217 N. Carroll Blvd., Denton, TX. This year's event has expanded to accommodate a wider selection of plants, parking, and gardening resources, all under the shelter of the fairground barns—making it a rain-or-shine event. ​
  • Taste Addison continues to celebrate the culinary and performing arts, and for the second year, the famed fest is also treating guests to the visual arts. Each day of the three-day festival, April 25-27, visitors can experience a wide range of artistic styles and installations, all included with a Taste Addison general admission ticket.
  • On Friday, April 25 at 10:00 p.m., festivalgoers will be treated to the alternative rock of Silversun Pickups on the WFAA Main Stage. The party continues Saturday as Hoobastank takes the WFAA Main Stage at 10:00 p.m. Sunday’s headliner is Wade Bowen, presented by KHYI 95.3 The Range. Texas born and bred and a Red Raider alum, Bowen digs deep in the Red Dirt country music sounds that define the great states of Texas and Oklahoma.
  • On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the Grayson County Master Gardeners will host a spot at the annual Doc Holliday festival on Main Street in Denison, Texas. Visit us to learn what Grayson County Master Gardeners do and how to become one. Being a Master Gardener enriches your knowledge of horticulture and benefits the community. The Texas Master Gardener Handbook and a Texas Native Handbook will be displayed.
  • Addison is where memories happen – its well known as the place North Texans come to gather and celebrate with great music, food and fun. The Town’s legendary special events attract tens of thousands of people with talented musical guests, memorable visual displays, immersive experiences and more. For 2025, Addison’s signature festivals Taste Addison, Addison Kaboom Town!® and Addison Oktoberfest will return.
  • Don't miss a free and enchanting acoustic concert by the Houston Family, & The Sweet Song String Band at Powder Creek Pavilion this Friday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m.