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4/8/2026 (All Day) Craft Your Own Wine Glass at Vetro Glassblowing

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Shape hot molten glass into a hand-blown stemless wine glassperfect for savoring your favorite vino in style! Vetros glassblowing events are fun, festive, and interactive! Whether with friends, family, or coworkers, this unique glassblowing experience is one to remember!

Dont forget your camerathese events make for epic photo ops. You can stay and watch the glassblowers in the Hot Shop stadium seating area or shop the gallery for one-of-a-kind blown-glass decor and gifts.

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.ticketspice.com/2025-stemless-wine-glass

4/8/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Join us to craft your own Crackled Whiskey Glass from molten glass, elevating your sipping experience with a personalized touch. Choose from a vibrant array of colors and witness the mesmerizing transformation of glowing, molten glass up close.

Vetros glassblowing events are lively, engaging, and unforgettable! Perfect for friends, family, or colleagues, this hands-on experience creates lasting memories. Bring your camera for incredible photo opportunities! After your session, relax in our Hot Shop stadium seating and watch our skilled glassblowers work their magic.

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

4/8/2026 (All Day) It's Spring time at Vetro Glassblowing Studio

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

ITS SPRING AT VETRO with flowers, Easter eggs, and Mothers Day bowls all in the month of April!

Vetro Glassblowing Studio offers this unique interactive experience which is fun, festive, and perfect for friends, family, companies, and children of all ages! This April give the Gift of Glass with a beautiful flower, a delicate bowl or colorful Easter Egg created from hot molten glass! Register to help create a unique handmade gift. https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

4/8/2026 (All Day) Make a Snowman Ornament from Hot Molten Glass!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Create your own glass Snowman Ornament at Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery! Each year, participants help create a glass snowman or a traditional ornament, making for a fun and festive holiday activity. Join us here in Historic Downtown Grapevine, where all ages are welcome to come and enjoy the ancient art of glassblowing!

These events are great photo opportunities, so dont forget to bring your camera and plan to stay to watch hot molten glass formed into wonderful holiday ornaments. Handmade glass ornaments are wonderful mementos or personalized gifts for someone special. Registration is open, and spots fill up quickly!

December & January Dates & Times:

12/27 (2:30 - 6:30)

12/30 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/31 (10:00 - 1:00)

1/2/26 (10:00 - 5:30)

1/3/26 (10:00 - 5:30)

4/8/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Add some fire and flaming cocktails to your Hot Date Night at Vetro for Valentines Day! This has got to be the most unique Valentines Date Night EVERFlaming Cocktails, Sweet Treats, and Hot Molten Glass! Register early these spots go fast for a perfect Valentines Date idea!

So shake things up this year and sign up for dedicated time with one of our glassblowers to help you create molten hot glass Valentines hearts or flowers together. Enjoy a couple of Flaming Cocktails to celebrate the season of love and make a lasting memory together. Bring your camera as this is a great photo opportunity.

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

4/8/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

4/8/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

4/8/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Texas Pinners Conference and Expo

Noel Hampton — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 Z

WHO: ?Texas Pinners Conference - Pinterest-inspired conference and expo featuring 200 top business contributors.

WHAT: Pinners Conference is excited to host its Pinterest-inspired conference on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Attendees can learn, create, connect and shop the latest DIY trends inspired by creativity and passion for craft-making. The two-day conference and expo will provide 100+ Pinterest-based classes taught by experts in DIY, home décor, food arts, fashion, beauty, self-improvement, party-planning, photography and a full tradeshow floor with over 300 vendors. Visit tx.pinnersconference.com for more information. To stay updated with the Pinners Conference in Texas, check out @pinnersconf on all platforms. Dont forget to follow the #PinnersTX and #pinnersconf to follow this event!

WHEN: The event will occur Friday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: TexasPinners Conference will be hosted at Will Rogers Memorial Center, located at 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76107.

COST: General admission is $10 and includes access to the tradeshow shopping floor. Children 8 and under are free. Class materials sold separately. Multi-day passes are available.

SPONSORS: The Home Depot, Ryobi, Chalk Couture, Joanns, Plaid Crafts, Texas Appliances, Janome and MakerFlo Crafts.

4/8/2026 8:00 PM (CST) OOPS! All Funerals

Pearl Creative Consulting — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:00:00 Z

OOPS! All Funerals

Presented by The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe

We're back and ready to make you laugh spooky-season style! Join us for sketch comedy focused around the hilarious theme of funerals. Our crew of sketchy comedians are ready to celebrate all things macabre and funny with you.

What happens when a world-renowned voice actor takes on sketch comedy? Or when hilarious Dallas artists get together with the WHOLE GOAL of making you laugh?

The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe happens.

Join The Folding Chairs Comedy Troupe as they emerge from their Youtube Sketch Comedy cyberspace and into the real world to hurl jokes right into your face.

Rated R

Approximately 120 min with intermission

Price: $20.00

Friday October 18th 8:00pm

Saturday October 19th 8:00pm

Sunday October 20th 3:00pm

Buy tickets: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/the-core-theatre/66db10ee9cdf1509d209e069/tickets#/productions-view

4/9/2026 11:00 AM (CST) Join us lakeside for a fun and relaxing Goat Yoga

noel_u839142 — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:00:00 Z

Goat Yoga

Thursday, April 9 at 11 am Lakeside

Join us lakeside for a fun and relaxing Goat Yoga experience! During this

one-hour session, enjoy gentle yoga movements and stretching while friendly

goats roam around, adding smiles and laughter along the way.

This unique class is designed for all ability levels and focuses on light

movement, relaxation, and enjoying the outdoors. The playful goats often

wander, interact, and may even hop onto yoga mats, making the experience

both calming and entertaining.

Call to RSVP by April 7:

972-787-2801

4/9/2026 11:30 AM (CST) VNA's Celebrity Chef Event with Chef Rick Martinez

Robin Plotkin — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:00 Z

Save the Date for Celebrity Chef 2026!

Were turning up the heat for 2026! Our Celebrity Chef is none other than Chef Rick MartinezJames Beard Award winner, cookbook author, and charismatic host. Rick is flying in from Mexico to share the vibrant flavors and stories of Mexican cuisine, infused with his Texas roots.

Join us at the VNA Haggerty Kitchen for an unforgettable culinary experience:

Comida at the Kitchen (Lunch): Festive food stations, specialty cocktails, and options for tables or individual tickets.

Fiesta at the Kitchen (Dinner): Everything you love from lunch PLUS a VIP Mezcal & Mole tasting reception for table sponsorsright inside the kitchen!

Were proud to honor the incredible leaders making this event possible:

Co-Chairs: Katie & Glen Edwards and Sarah & Luke Pak

Honorary Chairs: Meaders & Robert Ozarow

www.vnatexas.org/celebritychef

4/9/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Call for Artists

Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:00:00 Z

We are always searching for new artists to join our Giddens Gallery family. Email Michele@giddensgallery.com to inquire.

4/9/2026 4:30 PM (CST) Volunteer Weekdays: Drop In, Pitch In, and Spread

helloyello_i350849 — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:30:00 Z

Hello!

Do you appreciate a Shine moment? We knew itwe do too.

When you volunteer with House of Shine, you impact our community by helping us spread happiness, kindness, positivity, and SHINE. Whether you have one hour or an entire afternoon, well take itany of it and all of it.

Simply register once, and show up.

Name of Event

Volunteer Weekdays

Dates / Times

March 5, 2026 4:30 PM 6:30 PM
March 12, 2026 4:30 PM 6:30 PM
March 19, 2026 4:30 PM 6:30 PM
March 26, 2026 4:30 PM 6:30 PM
(Every Thursday)

Location

House of Shine
334 S. Barton Street
Grapevine, TX 76051

Event Description

Volunteer Weekdays are a simple, feel-good way to get connected and make a meaningful differenceright here at House of Shine.

From the front of the House to the back, volunteers make their mark on us and our clients and visitors. And fun fact: volunteers become a community of their ownwe often hear how people meet like-minded friends while volunteering here.

Why volunteer at House of Shine?

Its creative
It feels good
Youll get connected to our happy, positive community and culture
It can satisfy volunteer requirements
You can build leadership, communication, and time management skills
You can discover more about your purpose
You can show up as a healthy human and help others lead healthy/joyful lives
You can connect with yourself and others
You can spread Shine (duh)
You can make people feel valuedand feel valued, too
Its uplifting, positive energy with kind, like-minded people
Youre joining a movement

Event Link

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979536747700?aff=oddtdtcreator

Starting and Ending Time for Each Day

4:30 PM 6:30 PM (for each listed date)

Cost

Free. Registration is required via the Eventbrite link above.

Age Guidelines

Student volunteer opportunities are available for students in middle school and above.

Contact for More Information

If the available opportunities dont work for youor if you have a group of 10+please contact our Volunteer Coordinator:

Lori (Volunteer Coordinator): lori@houseofshine.com

Phone: 817-601-8850
Email: info@houseofshine.com

Warmly,
House of Shine
817-601-8850
info@houseofshine.com
www.houseofshine.org

4/9/2026 8:00 PM (CST) Trivia Thursdays at Sheraton Dallas Hotel

Culver Public Relations — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:00:00 Z

Trivia Thursdays are held every Thursday in Draft Sports Bar & Lounge in Sheraton Dallas Hotel at 8pm hosted by the Dallas Trivia Guy.

Parking validation is available for attendees up to 4 hours.

4/10/2026 (All Day) Craft Your Own Wine Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

- April 10th (2:30pm - 5:30pm)

- April 11th (10am - 5:30pm)

- April 17th (2:30pm - 5:30pm)

4/10/2026 8:30 AM (CST) Patriot PAWS Announces Third Annual Clays Shoot

Culver Public Relations — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:30:00 Z

Join us for a full day of fun at the Patriot PAWS 3rd Annual Clays Shoot!

Start the day with breakfast, coffee, and camaraderie before the first flight of our friendly competition kicks off at 9am. Shooting is easy with two 12-station courses for each of our two flights, and with exciting raffle items, a 50/50 cash drawing, a BBQ lunch, and prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, theres something to enjoy at every turn!

Make sure you stick around for the post-shoot reception and dont miss the mission moments with our incredible Service Dogs because this is one event where fun and purpose go hand in hand for Veterans! Tickets and sponsorships are available for purchase.

Patriot PAWS exists to restore independence, dignity, and hope to disabled US Veterans whose lives were forever changed by their service to our nation. Because of your support, these Veterans receive life-changing Service Dogs at no cost. For more information, visit this website.

4/10/2026 8:30 AM (CST) Patriot PAWS Announces Third Annual Clays Shoot

Culver Public Relations — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:30:00 Z

Join us for a full day of fun at the Patriot PAWS 3rd Annual Clays Shoot!

4/11/2026 9:30 AM (CST) Volunteer Saturdays

helloyello_i350849 — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:30:00 Z

Hello!

Volunteer Saturdays are guaranteed feel-good moments. Register to volunteer at House of Shine and put your talents to good use in our community. From painting Shine Tokens to helping with fundraising prep or jumping in on special projects, we truly cant do it without you. It will feel good for you, and it will do good for others.

Name of Event

Volunteer Saturdays

Dates / Times

Saturdays in February 2026

February 7, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
February 14, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
February 21, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
February 28, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM

Location

House of Shine
334 S. Barton Street
Grapevine, TX 76051

Event Description

Volunteer Saturdays are hands-on, come-as-you-are opportunities to support House of Shine behind the scenes. Whether you love painting, organizing, prepping materials, or helping with special projects, theres a way for you to jump in and make a meaningful impact.

What to Expect

Warm welcome + quick orientation when you arrive
A variety of projects (examples may include):
- Painting Shine Tokens
- Fundraising preparation
- Assembling materials for workshops and programs
- Other behind-the-scenes projects that help our mission shine
A chance to connect with the House of Shine community while you serve

Community Service Hours

Students: community service hours are available.
(Please be sure to sign in when you arrive so we can verify hours.)

Event Link

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-saturday-tickets-386376511547?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cost

Free to volunteer

Age Guidelines

Ages 595
(Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

Contact for More Information

Phone: 817-601-8850
Email: info@houseofshine.com

Warmly,
House of Shine
817-601-8850
info@houseofshine.com
www.houseofshine.org

4/11/2026 9:30 AM (CST) Volunteer Saturdays

helloyello_i350849 — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:30:00 Z

Hello!

Name of Event

Volunteer Saturdays

Dates / Times

Saturdays in March 2026

March 7, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
March 14, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
March 21, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
March 28, 2026 9:30 AM 11:30 AM

Location

House of Shine
334 S. Barton Street
Grapevine, TX 76051

Event Description

What to Expect

Warm welcome + quick orientation when you arrive
A variety of projects (examples may include):
- Painting Shine Tokens
- Fundraising preparation
- Assembling materials for workshops and programs
- Other behind-the-scenes projects that help our mission shine
A chance to connect with the House of Shine community while you serve

Community Service Hours

Students: community service hours are available.
(Please be sure to sign in when you arrive so we can verify hours.)

Event Link

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983323334483?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cost

Free to volunteer

Age Guidelines

Ages 595
(Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

Contact for More Information

Phone: 817-601-8850
Email: info@houseofshine.com

Warmly,
House of Shine
817-601-8850
info@houseofshine.com
www.houseofshine.org

4/11/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Scarborough Renaissance Festival 45th Season

Kathy Beazley — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 Z

Scarborough Renaissance Festival celebrates its 45th season April 4May 25, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas (2511 FM 66, approximately 30 minutes south of downtown Dallas). The popular outdoor festival is open Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day Monday from 10 a.m.7 p.m.

Visitors step into a re-created 16th-century English village filled with immersive entertainment for all ages, including full-combat jousting, birds of prey exhibitions, live music and comedy, interactive performances, games of skill and human-powered rides. The event also features one of the nations largest outdoor juried artisan marketplaces with more than 200 handcrafted shops.

2026 THEMED WEEKENDS

April 45:Opening Weekend & Easter Celebration Opening Day pageantry, Easter Egg Stroll for children, and a Renaissance-style Easter service on Sunday. Children 12 and under are admitted free opening weekend; seniors 65+ receive a gate discount.
April 1112:Artisans Showcase Weekend A spotlight on Scarboroughs artisan community with live demonstrations and more than 200 handcrafted shoppes.
April 1819:Barbarian Weekend High-energy costuming, themed contests and bold village revelry.
April 2526:Celtic Weekend & Deaf Awareness Day Celtic music and dance throughout the village; Saturday features select ASL-interpreted performances.
May 23:Spring Celebration & Chivalry Weekend Maypole dancing, floral traditions, chivalry lessons and vow renewals.
May 910:Flights of Fantasy Weekend & Mothers Day Fantasy, cosplay and fairy folklore; children 12 and under are admitted free on Mothers Day Sunday.
May 1617:Legends of the Seas Weekend Pirates, mermaids and nautical-themed adventures.
May 2325:The Last Huzzah! Memorial Day Weekend Season finale featuring music, celebration and a Memorial Day Veterans Parade and Fallen Heroes Tribute on Monday.

General admission is $34 for adults (13+) and $14 for children (512); children 4 and under are free. Discount tickets are available at select Tom Thumb and Albertsons locations. Season passes and memberships are also offered. For schedules and tickets, visit www.SRFestival.com.