3/1
Mardi Craw:
First ever Mardi Craw celebration features crawfish boil, live jazz music, cornhole tournament and more. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St. www.burlesontx.com/2394/Mardi-Craw.
3/3, 3/8, 3/23 and 3/28
Foster & Adoption Online Session:
Hosted by Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services, learn about fostering and adopting children. 7:00, 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. (varies per date), online meeting. For link, call (512) 212-5700 or email [email protected].
3/11
Food Truck Friday:
Check out a variety of food trucks at a local park. Activities for the entire family — bounce house and DJ keep good times going. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Veterans Memorial Plaza, 298 E. Renfro. www.burlesontx.com.
3/11 and 3/12
Spring Fling:
Ages 10-16 enjoy a “date night” with a book. Must register with active Burleson library card. Surprise book (based on preferences) and goody bag. Register at www.eventbrite.com; www.burlesontx.com.
3/19
Freedom & Liberty Cruise and Car Show:
Community event includes a cruise and cars, trucks and bike show. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 7536 FM 916, Grandview. For information, visit www.jcrvtx.com/cruise-car-show, or call Debbie Kilen at (832) 746-8550.
3/26
Vietnam Veterans Celebration:
The city of Burleson proudly celebrates Vietnam War veterans in March every year. Honor guards from both the Police and Fire departments present the nation’s colors, lay a wreath and play “Taps” in tribute to military veterans. 2:00 p.m., Veterans Memorial Plaza. For more information, visit www.burlesontx.com.
4/3
Vineyard Vibes Community Concert:
Support Harvest House while enjoying country atmosphere, live music and wines. Shop with local businesses, indulge in your favorite food trucks, enter the cornhole tournament. Noon-6:00 p.m., Lost Oak Winery, 8101 County Rd. 802. www.burlesonchamber.com.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Federal Employees:
Monthly meetings of NARFE Chapter 1191 feature guest speakers. Open to federal employees. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., various locations. Follow on Facebook. [email protected].
Third Tuesdays
Heart & Soul Writers:
A Christian writers group designed to encourage, support and improve skills. Zoom option may be available. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Alsbury Baptist Church, 500 NE Alsbury Blvd. Contact [email protected], (817) 269-9066.
Wednesdays
Baby Storytime:
Fun time where we read books, sing songs and play together. This story time is geared for babies (0-2 years old). Older siblings welcome. 9:30 a.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesontx.com/1539/Story-Time.
First and Third Wednesdays
Senior Bingo:
Have fun and win prizes. 10:00 a.m., Burleson Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson. For more information, visit www.burlesontx.com/320/Senior-Activity-Center.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Burleson Lions Club:
Local Lions meet bi-monthly for lunch, a speaker and to plan upcoming community events. 11:45 a.m., Ol’ South Pancake House, 225 E. Renfro. www.burlesonlions.org.
Burleson Writers Group:
Join Burleson area writers. Mini workshops on various topics on aspects of writing and publishing, with in-depth review of members’ works. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesonwritersgroup.com.
Thursdays
Toddler Storytime:
Join staff to read books, sing songs and make a craft together. Geared toward 2- to 4-year-old children, but families welcome to attend together. 9:30 a.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesontx.com/1539/Story-Time.