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By Office of Communication<\/p>\n
Enjoy these free and fun events scheduled across The American Dream City from August 13-19, 2026. Check back each week for a new list of family-friendly activities!<\/p>\n
British Board Game Night<\/p>\n
Fancy a game? Gather your mates for British Board Game Night<\/a> on Thursday, Aug. 13 from 5\u201311 p.m. at The Londoner<\/a>. Choose from a selection of classic board games, grab a table, and enjoy a casual night of friendly competition and good company. Cheers to a proper game night!<\/p>\n Summer Music Series<\/p>\n Settle into a laid-back summer evening with live music at the Summer Music Series<\/a> on Friday, Aug. 14 from 6\u20138 p.m. at Home Plate<\/a> at Texas Rangers Golf Club<\/a>. This week\u2019s featured artist is Adysen Malek<\/a>, bringing live music while Home Plate serves up food and beverage specials throughout the evening.<\/p>\n There\u2019s no cover charge, and walk-ins are welcome as space allows, but advance registration is encouraged. RSVP by calling (817) 575-8299.<\/p>\n Build Your Own Bee Hotel<\/p>\n Give your backyard a buzz of activity at Build Your Own Bee Hotel<\/a> on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 2\u20134 p.m. at George W. Hawkes Downtown Library<\/a>. Participants will learn how habitat loss affects native bees and other wildlife before creating their own bee hotel to take home and add to their North Texas yard.<\/p>\n Good Grounds Book Club<\/p>\n Bring whatever you’re reading and join fellow book lovers for Good Grounds Book Club<\/a> on Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 11 a.m.\u201312 p.m. at Woodland West Branch Library<\/a>. This relaxed \u201cchoose your own book\u201d discussion group lets you read whatever interests you, then come share your thoughts and discover new recommendations. Grab a cup of coffee, talk books, and connect with other avid readers. All readers are welcome!<\/p>\n Create a Magic Wand at Storytime<\/p>\n Let imaginations take flight at Create a Magic Wand at Storytime<\/a> on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Arlington Museum of Art<\/a>. Children will enjoy a magical storytime before creating their very own wand to take home, combining creativity, self-expression, and a love of reading. The event is free, but registration is required.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Published on August 12, 2026
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