8/1
Conservation: Catch the Wave:
Learn all about animals with Cindi Cavalini. Free. 3:00-4:00 p.m., DeSoto Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
8/6
Revive|Refresh:
Brunch and Workshop for Dementia Caregivers: Join Friends Place Adult Day Services for a morning of laughter and learning about caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. $10 (includes catered brunch). 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Friends Place ADS, 1232 W. Belt Line Rd., DeSoto.
C.R.A.S.E.:
Learn about civilian response to active shooter events. Equip yourself with knowledge and skills to survive. Free, but registration required. Must be over 18. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
Pretty Hurts:
Stop accepting society’s definitions, and learn to love yourself. Content will be PG-13. $25-35. 3:00-5:00 p.m., 112 Wes Jespersen Way, Duncanville.
8/7
Back to School Bonanza:
Special Kids Service: 10:00 a.m.; family-friendly blowout for all ages after church with hamburgers, snow cones, water games, activities and giveaways. Please bring swimwear and/or extra pair of clothes: Noon-2:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th Street, Midlothian.
8/8
Zula B. Wylie Public Library Talent Show:
Enjoy local singers, dancers and other performers at this family fun night. Free. 6:30 p.m., 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
8/8-8/12
Extended Summer Camp:
Crafts, outdoor activities, games for ages 5-12. Bring your own lunch. $75. Sims Recreation Center, 310 E. Parkerville Rd., Cedar Hill. Call (972) 291-5130 for more information.
8/12
Teen Movie Night:
Enjoy a movie with other sixth- through 12th-graders. $10 (includes food and drinks). Sterling Enrichment Center, 458 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville.
8/14
Back 2 School Bash:
Special guest, former Dallas Cowboys player, Quincy Carter, gets you motivated for the new year. Free backpacks, supplies, haircuts and silk presses. Free. 1:00-4:00 p.m., Beauty of All Races Academy, 1615 N. Hampton Rd., Ste. 150, DeSoto.
8/18
Local Author Spotlight:
Q&A with A. Walker Scott. Learn about writing science fiction. Free. 6:00-7:30 p.m., DeSoto Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
8/20
Black Excellence:
Small Businesses Doing Big Business: Learn how to take your Black-owned business to the next level. Free. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Keller Williams Best Southwest, 2010 N. Hampton Rd., DeSoto.
8/27
The Joke’s on You Comedy Night Featuring Michael Shawn:
Come enjoy a laugh. 7:00-8:00 p.m., DeSoto Corner Theatre, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
8/31
Kim Michele Richardson:
Join the author for a Zoom discussion of her The Book Woman series. Free. 6:00 p.m. Contact the Zula B. Wylie Library for the QR code to connect. www.cedarhilllibrary.org.
Fridays
Music on the Patio:
Join Black & Bitter Coffee and Books and Mudhook Bar and Grill for live music. Free. 8:00 p.m., 100 S. Main St., Duncanville.
Last Fridays
Poetry on the Patio:
Bring your best lines or just listen at this outdoor open mic. Free. 100 S. Main St., Duncanville.
Third Saturdays
Duncan Switch Saturday Street Market:
The event includes vendors, food and fun. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Main and Center streets, Duncanville.
Tri-City Animal Shelter Adoptions:
Come meet your new furbaby. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 100 S. Main St., Duncanville.