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The Fall Into Flower Mound Festival is a chance for the community to gather, celebrate the changing season, and enjoy everything that makes Flower Mound special. This year, the festival is on Friday, Oct. 9, and Saturday, Oct. 10 at the River Walk.
Officer Patrick Hammesfahr, Officer Hannah Rios, and Sergeant Emiliano Tejada earned MADD Texas awards for their enforcement efforts and leadership in protecting the community.
Flower Mound’s first Seasonal Green Waste Recycling period is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 30, through Friday, Dec. 11.
Denton County has lifted its mandatory burn ban effective Oct. 5.
The latest SLK City Spotlight looks back at the Library’s growth, impact, and milestones while sharing how residents can join the anniversary celebration.
📍 Grapevine city Council Chambers
<strong>Event date:</strong> October 7, 2026 <br><strong>Event Time: </strong>04:00 PM - 05:00 PM<br><strong>Location:</strong> <br>Grapevine, TX 76051<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>Join us on Wednesdays for a relaxing afternoon of storytime and crafts in our Children's department.
📍 Grapevine city Council Chambers
<strong>Event date:</strong> October 7, 2026 <br><strong>Event Time: </strong>04:30 PM - 07:30 PM<br><strong>Location:</strong> <br>Grapevine, TX 76051<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>Drop by the Esports Academy and get some extra practice time or ranked play. Ages 12 and up.
📍 Grapevine city Council Chambers
<strong>Event date:</strong> October 7, 2026 <br><strong>Event Time: </strong>04:30 PM - 06:00 PM<br><strong>Location:</strong> <br>Grapevine, TX 76051<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>For tweens and teens, 6th grade and up!<BR/><BR/>Join us for this cutesy Halloween decoration crafting program where you can make your very own yarn ghost garland to hang from your wall, a door frame, or wherever you think they'll spook things up the best!
📍 Grapevine city Council Chambers
<strong>Event date:</strong> October 7, 2026 <br><strong>Event Time: </strong>06:00 PM - 07:30 PM<br><strong>Location:</strong> <br>Grapevine, TX 76051<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>Not all art has to be Fine Art. Make Fun Art. Join us for a fun evening of feel-good, no-pressure, creativity. All supplies will be provided. Adults only. (18+). Registration Required.
📍 Southlake city Council Chambers
<strong>Event date:</strong> October 7, 2026 <br><strong>Event Time: </strong>10:00 AM - 10:30 AM<br><strong>Location:</strong> <br>1400 Main Street, Suite 130<br>Southlake, TX 76092
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