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August & September events
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27 THROUGH 28 PURCHASE LOCAL ART Explore juried art by over 50 local artists at a showcase at MillHouse ArtFest. Various types of art will be o ered, including acrylic, oil, watercolor, pottery, jewelry and more. All art will be available for purchase, and proceeds bene t the MillHouse Foundation to support small-business women in creative elds. Food and drinks by Fresh Mex and Amazing Bartending Services will be o ered. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (admission). 610 Elm St. Search MillHouse ArtFest via EventBrite. 31 LEARN ABOUT RECOVERY SUPPORT Attend this overdose awareness event at The Guitar Sanctuary. The event will feature several speakers talking about various topics, including loss, recovery, community, coping and more. It is held on Overdose Awareness Day. 6-8 p.m. Free. 972-542-2900. 6633 Virginia Parkway, Ste. 102. https:// .me/e/2LfDScJyu SEPTEMBER 02 PAINT AND DRINK Painting with a Twist is o ering a happy hour painting class to relax from the week. Participants are invited to bring a drink of their choice and snacks to enjoy during the class. This class is suggested for people 16 years old and up, but participants must be age 21 or older to drink. 5-6:30 p.m. $29. 972-542-1883. 3201 Hardin Blvd., Ste. 204. www.paintingwithatwist.com/ studio/mckinney 10 TAKE A TROLLEY TOUR Experience the historic district in downtown McKinney on a trolley. While enjoying the sights of historic McKinney, participants will also hear about signi cant people who have made a mark on the town. 11 a.m.-noon. $10-$15. 315 S. Chestnut St. Search McKinney Historic Trolley Tour via EventBrite. 10 LEARN ABOUT TREE CARE Learn how to care for trees at the 2022 Collin County Master Gardeners tree care workshop. This workshop will include how to handle frost and freeze damage,
LIVE MUSIC GUITARS & GROWLERS 2741 Virginia Parkway, Ste. 500 www.guitarsandgrowlers.com AUGUST 23, 30 Singer, songwriters live at 7 p.m. SEPTEMBER 06, 13, 20 Singer, songwriters live at 7 p.m. ZIN ZEN WINE BISTRO 6841 Virginia Parkway, Ste. 104 www.zinzenwine.com/events AUGUST 25 Byron Haynie, 7 p.m. 26 Aaron Hendra, 8 p.m. 27 Darwin Martin, 8 p.m. SEPTEMBER 01 Eric Erickson, 7 p.m. 02 Reigning Nickels, 8 p.m. 03 Byron Haynie, 8 p.m. 08 Shane Frame, 7 p.m. 09 Acoustically Speaking, 8 p.m. 10 Chant Duplantier, 8 p.m. 15 The Guitar Sanctuary Customer Showcase, 7 p.m. 16 Aaron Hendra, 8 p.m. 17 The Buzz Andrews Band, 8 p.m. and the increasing danger of the Emerald Ash Borer. 9 a.m.-noon. $20. 7117 CR 166. https://allevents.in/mckinney/ 2022-ccmga-tree-care-workshop 17 GO ON A GHOST TOUR The Ghostly Hauntings is an after- dark ghost tour of the historical homes at Chestnut Square. The tour will feature audio and video clips of paranormal activity in these homes followed by an inside tour of the houses. Children under age 12 are not permitted, and children ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult. 8-10 p.m. $25. 315 S. Chestnut St.
SEPT. 17
THE BOHO MARKET TUPPS BREWERY
Visit The Boho Market at Tupps Brewery, and support small businesses, local makers and artists. Shop at these small businesses while enjoying beer from the brewery. The venue will be covered and open-aired. 1 p.m-6 p.m. Free (admission). 721 Anderson St. 214-202-2668. https://artandseek.org/calendar/event/111275/ the-boho-market-at-tupps (Courtesy Tupps Brewery)
27 VIEW 1960S CLOTHING IN A SHOWCASE This event will feature a 1960s-inspired showcase of clothing from the Heard- Craig's vintage clothing collection and some from the wardrobe of First Lady of McKinney Maylee Thomas Fuller. Selected pieces of her clothing will be on display at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $20-$23.50. 972-569-6909. 205 W. Hunt St. www.heardcraig.org 27 ENJOY A HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR Go on a walking tour hosted by Visit McKinney. Participants will learn about the history, stories and people that shaped the city. A snack and water will be provided with the tour, and comfortable shoes are recommended. 11 a.m. Free. 200 W. Virginia St. 214-544-1407. https://allevents.in/mckinney/free -historic-walking-tour
AUGUST 24 BROWSE HANDMADE GUITARS Come browse a collection of guitars handmade by top guitar makers from around the world at The Guitar Sanctuary. Guitars at this Boutique Guitar Showcase will be available for purchase. 6-9 p.m. Free (admission). 6633 Virginia Parkway. www.facebook.com/ guitarsanctuary 26 PLAY PICKLEBALL FOR CHARITY Join a pickleball tournament to help raise money for charity. This event is hosted by Stonebridge Ranch Country Club, which hosts a charity classic each year. This is the rst year the charity classic has featured a pickleball tournament. 6 p.m. $35. 7003 Beacon Hill Road. https://allevents.in/mckinney/charity- classic-2022-pickleball-tournament
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Join Us Now! Your McKinney neighbors are hurrying to the 48th McKinney Concert Season!
50+ ARTISTS IN ATTENDANCE McKinney Cotton Mill ArtFest AUGUST 27-28 | 11AM - 5PM | 610 Elm Street 75069 Free Admission | Food & Beverages Available
9/9/22 10/7/22 11/11/22 2/10/23 3/24/23 4/28/23
The original KENNY ROGERS BAND with Don Gatlin DIVAS3 singing Franklin, Houston, Cher and others JUDY CARMICHAE L--direct from Carnegie Hall JIM CURRY -the John Denver tribute SAIL ON with the music of the Beach Boys SIDE STREET STRUTTERS -classic American Jazz
Christ Fellowship • 2801 Orchid Drive, McKinney • Fridays at 7:30 • Cafe opens at 6:30
$150 Season Ticket = all 6 shows!
for Tickets Call: 214-548-4384 Or Online:
www.millhousefoundation.org/artfest
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