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Events coming up in the greater Lewisville area
Compiled by Heather M. Goodwin, hsmith@acnpapers.com
Yard of the month winners announced
Keep Lewisville Beautiful (KLB) recognizes four residential yards during the holidays for their decorations. Signs designating the winners will be displayed for all to see.
Christmas light recycling available locally
Holiday lights contain glass, copper and plastics that can be recovered and then made into new products. Residents can now recycle old, unwanted Christmas lights rather than putting them in the trash to go to the landfill. The Home Depot and Lowe’s will accept old lights at their Lewisville stores.
Another way to recycle holiday lights is to participate in a national mail-back program offered by HolidayLEDs.com. The program offers 25 percent off the purchase of LED Christmas lights (until Jan. 31) when sending in old lights for recycling. More information is available at http://www.holidayleds.com/holidayledscom_christmas_light_recycling_program.
KLB continues tree recycling
Keep Lewisville Beautiful is encouraging everyone this year to recycle their live Christmas tree. Recycling reduces the debris at the curb on trash day, extends the life of our landfill, provides free useful mulch and benefits the environment. Here’s how it works: Purchase a live tree, decorate it and enjoy it for Christmas, after the holidays remove all the ornaments and decorations, take it to the Lake Park and Mill Street location (near the soccer fields, follow the signs) drop it all and collect your mulch. Trees may be dropped off near the soccer field parking lot now through Jan. 15.
The trees will be chipped up to be used as mulch, which saves precious landfill space and we are able to reuse the trees. Any mulch left on site is available to the public free of charge. Starting Dec. 30, bring a bag or bucket to pick up and use in your yard. Mulch can be used in the flowerbeds and boarders, garden beds, around trees and shrubs, walkways, and livestock bedding. We will take residential and commercial trees from lots that don’t sell all their stock.
For information call 972-436-5100.
VRM adds extra hours to shopping days
Beginning Monday, Dec. 13, Vista Ridge Mall will add hours to the shopping day by opening earlier and closing later.
Extended holiday hours will be:
• Friday, Dec. 31: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday, Jan. 1: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Some retailers, department stores, restaurants and entertainment venues may keep different hours. Call for exact opening and closing times.
City offices closed for holidays
Offices also will be closed Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Day. All essential city services will continue to operate. The residential garbage and recycling schedule will not be affected.
Senior center to host dances
The Lewisville Senior Center now has a dance group for seniors who are at least 50 years old.
The center will host a dance the first Friday of the month with live music and refreshments during the break. The next two dances will be Jan. 7 and Feb. 4. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the free dance lessons (included with the $5 admission), with dancing and live music from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
January will be variety music, performed by Tommy Chandler and February will be ballroom music. The senior center is located at 1950A Valley Parkway.
Homebuyer course scheduled
If you dream of owning a home but need help buying one, come and learn about how to get started. Hosted by the city of Lewisville’s First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, the class is HUD-approved and free. The class will walk potential buyers through the entire home buying process, including getting the loan that's right for the household budget, shopping for a dream home, dealing with credit issues and how to insure and inspect the new home. Professionals from all aspects of the homeownership process are present to answer questions. All students receive free HUD-approved certificates of completion and lunch. Full day attendance is required. There are three classes scheduled, each from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Class dates are: Jan. 8, Feb. 12 and March 12. Classes will be held at the Lewisville Municipal Annex, 1197 W. Main Street.
For information call 972-219-3455.
Chaplain to speak at Ann’s Haven
Chaplain Karen Calafat will speak on “Getting to Know Our New Chaplain” at the Jan. 11 hospice family luncheon hosted by Ann’s Haven VNA.
The luncheon is from noon to 1 p.m. at the Denton Elks Lodge on 228 East Oak Street. There is no cost to attend the luncheon, but reservations are requested and can be made by calling Molly Harrison, Ann’s Haven VNA bereavement coordinator, at 940-349-5900.
Ann’s Haven VNA hospice family luncheons offer supportive company from friendly and understanding people to individuals who have suffered the loss of a loved one.
VAL hosts demonstration
On Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m., the Visual Art League of Lewisville will present a demonstration on the painting of hands. This will take place at the gallery. There is no charge and is open to the public.
David Mask will give another art trading cards workshop on Saturday, Jan. 15 from noon to 3 p.m. at the gallery.
VAL will be hosting the LISD student exhibits at the gallery from Jan. 28 through March 5.
Visual Art League of Lewisville artist Murthy Mantha will be exhibiting his work at the Lewisville State Bank during the month of January. The bank’s lobby hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The bank is located at 191 Main Street in Lewisville.
Members will be exhibiting at Tierney’s Café & Tavern during the month of January. They are Darla Bostick, Dan Flake and Jackie Haugen. They will be having a reception at Tierney’s on Jan. 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Tierney’s Café & Tavern is located at 208 East Main Street in Lewisville.
The present gallery show, “The Wanda Grice Exhibit” and the members’ show, “Happy Places” runs through Jan. 15. The show is open to the public and there is no charge.
The Visual Art League of Lewisville is located at 701 S. Stemmons Fwy., No. 115 in the Lewisville West Shopping Center, west side of Interstate 35E between Main Street and Fox Avenue.
Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m.
For information visit www.visualartleague.org, valtex.blogspot.com or call 972-420-9393.
Repairs scheduled
Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Ken-Do Contracting, LP to perform street, sidewalk and driveway approach repairs on Garden Ridge from FM 407 to Valley Ridge Blvd. Work was scheduled to begin on Monday, Nov. 29 and be completed by Friday, Jan. 14, weather permitting.
Due to the use of heavy equipment, use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures.
For information call 972-219-3510.
Artists wanted for poster contest
In honor of the 40th anniversary of the Official Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair, the Texas Arts & Crafts Educational Foundation is seeking entries for the Commemorative Poster Contest that thematically celebrate the Fair’s 40-year history of promoting fine arts and crafts in the state.
The contest is now open to artists of any age. The winner will receive a $500 cash award, recognition as the Official Poster Artist of the Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair, 25 posters, a gicleé of the winning artwork and two separate gallery shows in Kerrville.
The Commemorative Poster Contest is sponsored by River’s Edge Gallery.
The application deadline is Jan. 15. Artists of all ages should apply at www.theartoftexas.com.
VAL hosts ‘Happy Places’
A new show for the Visual Art League of Lewisville began on Saturday, Dec. 4. “Happy Places” is the title of the members’ show and the Wanda Grice Exhibit, a VAL member who will be showing in the front gallery. The shows run through Jan. 15.
Jackie Haugen will also be showing her work at the Lewisville State Bank during the month of December. The bank’s lobby hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 am. to 1 p.m. The bank is located at 191 Main Street in Lewisville.
The Visual Art League of Lewisville is located at 701 S. Stemmons Fwy. No. 115 in the Lewisville West Shopping Center, west side of 1-35 between Main Street and Fox Avenue. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2-6 p.m.
For information visit www.visualartleague.org. valtex.blogspot.com or call 972-420-9393.
Funeral preplanning seminar scheduled
Karyn Poe, a pre-arrangement family service counselor, will discuss the importance of planning ahead for funeral arrangements and expenses from 1-3 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane. Attendees will be advised about what steps to take to ensure that they and their families are fully prepared and protected.
For information call 972-874-6165.
Street repairs scheduled
Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Reynolds Asphalt and Construction Co. to re-asphalt Yates Street, Pine Drive and McDonnell Street. Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, Jan. 3, and be completed Friday, Jan. 28, weather permitting.
Due to the use of heavy equipment, please use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures. Some street will be closed to through traffic.
“Ageless” fashion show part of pre-bowl bash
As part of Lewisville’s Pre-Bowl Pop Bash, the “Ageless” Fashion Show, presented by Lewisville Convention & Visitors Bureau, is set for Saturday, Jan. 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m., at Vista Ridge Mall, 2401 S. Stemmons Freeway.
Hosted by Steve Kemble, America’s Sassiest Lifestyle Guru and a popular program host on Style Network, the “Ageless” fashion show will feature clothing for all members of the family presented by Vista Ridge Mall merchants. The show is free, and attendees will be able to receive free professional makeovers afterward. For those with less interest in fashion, a car show will be held in the mall parking lot throughout the afternoon.
Hearts & Roses Ball set
City of Lewisville Parks & Leisure Services requests the honor of all princes and princesses, ages 3-14, accompanied by their kings and queens (parents or guardians) to the Hearts & Roses Ball Saturday, Jan. 29, at the Lewisville Convention Center.
There are two scheduled balls. The afternoon ball runs from 3 to 5 p.m. and costs $26 per person; the evening ball from 7 to 10 p.m. and costs $33 per person.
Tickets includes food, music provided by a DJ, dancing and a special time with your sweetheart in a beautiful ballroom setting. Souvenir photos and carnations will be available for an additional charge. Semi-formal attire suggested. Seating preferences should be made at the time of registration.
The afternoon ball is a shortened version of the evening ball with a lighter meal but with the same special atmosphere. The meal includes a roasted meats buffet (roasted Carolina turkey breast and spiral honey glazed ham), assorted breads and condiments, homemade potato chips, fresh-baked cookies and a beverage.
The evening ball includes a dinner served at 7:30 p.m. by the Hilton Garden Inn wait staff with a choice of pan-seared chicken with a hunter sauce or roast beef medallions with a merlot sauce (selection required at registration), whipped mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, dessert and beverage.
Registration for both balls continues through Jan. 23, pending ticket availability. Tickets are limited and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. No tickets will be sold at the door or after Jan. 23. Registration can be completed online or by telephone (additional $1.50 convenience fee applies), or at either recreation center.
Tickets for online and telephone registrants will be available at the Will Call table on the night of the event.
For information call 972-219-5061 or 972-219-3560, visit cityoflewisville.com or email Monica Winters at mwinters@cityoflewisville.com.
OTBA to host forum
Save the date for OTBA’s Small Business Development Forum to be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1.
For information visit http://otbalewisville.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/savedate.pdf or in the attached document. Registration with additional details will be sent to you soon. For information on the speakers visit www.marketingtwins.com.
City schedules repairs
Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Ken-Do Contracting, LP to perform street and sidewalk repairs on Garden Ridge from Valley Ridge Boulevard to Valley Parkway. Work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, Dec. 8, and be completed by Friday, Feb. 4, weather permitting.
Due to the use of heavy equipment, please use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures.
For information contact the street division at 972-219-3510.
Film festival scheduled
The 4th annual Thin Line Film Fest will be held Feb. 16-20 at the historic Campus Theatre in downtown Denton. As Texas’ only documentary film festival, Thin Line selects the best and newest documentary films from around the world and screens them over five days in February. Thin Line 2010 included premieres such as GasLand, which is just now available on HBO; and other big screenings like The Cove, which won the 2009 Oscar for Best Documentary.
For information contact Joshua Butler, festival director, at 214-727-3567.
Trout stocking to add 5,500 fingerlings to Elm Fork
Texas Parks and Wildlife, in conjunction with the city of Lewisville and the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, will stock the Elm Fork of the Trinity River with more than 5,500 rainbow trout on three dates this winter as part of an ongoing program to boost the fish population and encourage recreational use of the river.
The state will release the fingerlings on Jan. 14 and Feb. 18 – below the Lewisville Dam spillway into the river. The fish were raised at Crystal Lake Fisheries in Ava, Montana, and are being transported from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center near Athens, Texas. Actual stocking dates are dependent on weather, so anglers should call the
hatchery at 903-676-2277 to verify.
Trout anglers will need to purchase a $5 freshwater fishing stamp for their valid Texas fishing license in order to catch the trout. Anglers under 17 years of age are not required to have a license or stamp. There is no minimum length limit for trout, but there is a daily bag limit of five.
VAL to host classes
Visual Art League of Lewisville artist Ken Caperton will be giving drawing lessons starting in February at the VAL Gallery. The first class will start the first Sunday in February and every Sunday thereafter in the month. There will be two different classes on a first come basses.
Children ages 9 to 12 will take classes from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The adult class will run from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
To reserve your space, a $20 reservation fee will be needed. The remaining $60 is due on the first day of class. Caperton will accept all payments until classes are full. Only six people will be allowed per class.
For information contact Ken Caperton at artistcape@gmail.com
Repairs scheduled for Valley Parkway
Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Ken-Do Contracting, LP to perform street and sidewalk repairs on Valley Parkway from Garden Ridge Boulevard to Kirkpatrick Lane. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, Jan. 3, and be completed by Friday, Feb. 11, weather permitting.
Due to the use of heavy equipment, please use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures.
For information contact the street division at 972-219-3510.
Lewisville to host Bassmaster Central Open in February
Bassmaster is set to return to Lewisville Lake, kicking off its 2011 season with a Bassmaster Central Open Feb. 24-26. This will be the fifth Bassmaster event held at Lewisville Lake, starting with a Bassmaster Elite 50 event in June 2005 and followed by three Women’s Bassmaster Tour events, including the inaugural WBT event in October 2005. Lewisville Lake also is the annual home to the National Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship and the Big Bass Tour North Texas Classic.
The Lewisville event, hosted by the Lewisville Convention and Visitors Bureau, will be based at Lewisville Lake Park. The final weigh-in on Feb. 26 will be held at Bass Pro Shops in Grapevine. Bass Pro is the series title sponsor. Anglers can register for the event on-line at Bassmaster.com starting Nov. 30. The full 2011 series schedule is available at www.Bassmaster.com.
Group schedules meetings
Widowed men and women will meet at The Golden Corral, 251 N Stemmons Freeway every Saturday at 9 a.m. for breakfast.
For information call 972-353-2066 or 972-539-0630.
Young at Heart schedules meeting
Young at Heart, a group for any senior citizen in the Flower Mound, Highland Village and Lewisville area meets the third Wednesday of each month through May for lunch and a program.
The group needs new retirees 55 and older to participate.
For information call Joy Bunnel at 972-436-0782 or Joann Hanson at 972-724-0208.
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