McKinney | January 2023

TODO LIST

January & February events

JAN. 28; FEB. 04, 11 & 18

SHOP LOCAL CHESTNUT SQUARE

Head downtown every Saturday to McKinney’s Chestnut Square Farmers Market, and browse vendors selling homemade items, artisan baked goods, fresh foods and more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free (admission). 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney. 972-562-8790. www.chestnutsquare.org/about-farmers (Courtesy Chestnut Square)

14 CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY Take a special someone to Lone Star Wine’s Premium Wine and Chocolate Tasting event. Go on a guided tour of several wine and chocolate pairings. 7-8:30 p.m. $42 (per person). Lone Star Wine Cellars, 103 E. Virginia St., McKinney. 972-547-9463. https://tinyurl.com/yv8t6wh8 14 BECOME A LITTLE EXPLORER Children ages 3-5 can learn ways to understand the world around them through storytelling at a Little Explorers event every Tuesday morning at the John and Judy Gay Library. By using interactive stories and songs, children can learn about STEM concepts in a storybook setting. 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. 6861 W. Eldorado Parkway, McKinney. https://tinyurl.com/377u9wdv 17 GO BOOGIE Party people 21 years old or older can head to The Sanctuary for the 1970s Soul Train Party to celebrate Black history and culture. Dress in a classic ‘70s dance outt, and enjoy photos and food. 7-10 p.m. $50. The Sanctuary, 6633 Virginia Parkway, Ste. 102, McKinney. 972-540-9293. https://tinyurl.com/bdcvuyv8 19 LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL Dog lovers can attend the 21st annual Krewe of Barkus, a downtown McKinney Mardi Gras dog parade. Dress your dog up for this year’s theme, “Unleash your Superhero,” and see if they win one of the best costume categories. 12:30 p.m. (check-in), 2-4 p.m. (parade). Free. Dr. Glen Mitchell Park, 300 W. Louisiana St., McKinney. 972-547-2660. https://tinyurl.com/barkusmck 19 MAKE A BOWL Bring home a homemade bowl after attending an Empty Bowls McKinney ceramic class hosted at Jump into Art Studios. Times vary. $40. Jump Into Art Studios, 404 N. Church St., McKinney. 214-937-9153. https://tinyurl.com/mckbowls

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JANUARY 27 AND FEB. 3, 10, 17 EAT BOOZY ICE CREAM Cocktail enthusiasts can enjoy their favorite drink in ice cream form at Cocktail Creamery while listening to live music performances every Friday. 7 p.m. Free admission. Cocktail Creamery, 214 E. Louisiana St., McKinney. 508-446-7103. https://cocktailcreamery.com/ 28 MAKE A CUSTOM JOURNAL Jump Into Art Studios will guide participants through creating their own Junque Journal from scratch, down to the paper and binding the pages. Supplies are provided, but attendees can bring anything they want to include in the journal. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $125. Jump into Art Studios, 404 N. Church St., McKinney. 214-937-9153. www.visitmckinney.com/ events FEBRUARY 03 ENJOY LOCAL ART Kick o Black History Month by supporting artists from the McKinney and North Texas area at The McKinney Black History Month Art Show and Exhibit. Winning artists will receive a cash prize. 7-9 p.m. Free. McKinney Performing Arts Center, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney. 972-547-2650. www.mckinneybhm.com/art-show.html 11 DIVE INTO BLACK HISTORY Attend the Greater Frisco Chapter of Jack and Jill of America’s Black History Celebration, and learn about the contributions from young Black Americans of history and today. The event includes a living history interactive museum and a presentation on the importance of dance in African American culture. Suited for all ages. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Collin College McKinney Campus, 2400 Community Ave., McKinney. 972-548-6790. https:// tinyurl.com/mrvwm2n5

Find more or submit McKinney events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.

MCKINNEY EDITION • JANUARY 2023