5/1-5/22
Storytime in a Park:
Join the Zula B. Wylie Library staff for story time in a different Cedar Hill park each Monday. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m. See the library website for each
week’s park.
5/2
Nathalia!:
Join LA-based bilingual singer Nathalia! for a family-friendly concert. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Library Amphitheater, outside the Zula B. Wylie Library,
225 Cedar St.
5/5
Ayyye! Line Dance Class:
Learn old and new line dances for your next party. Free, but donations accepted. 7:00 p.m., 111 S. Cedar Ridge Dr., Ste. 110, Duncanville.
5/6
Election Day:
Various local elections and bond items are being decided. Cast your vote. Various locations and times. Check with your city’s website.
Star Wars Day + Free Comic Book Day:
Come out for free comic books, photobooths, Star Wars crafts, a movie and cosplay. Free. 2:00-4:00 p.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd.
Mother and Son Dance:
Enjoy dinner and a dance together. Mother and 1 son, $50, additional sons $20 each. VIP and non-residents extra fees. Registration required. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Civic Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto.
Bluegrass Music Concert:
Trinity Arts South presents the Purple Hulls in concert. Free. 7:00 p.m., Event Center, Dallas International University, 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas.
5/9
DeSoto Senior Symposium and Health Fair:
Join the police, rec center, citizens police academy and health providers for information, raffles, lunch and entertainment. Free. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Civic Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
5/11
Party in the Park:
Have fun with your family and meet city officials. Free. 6:00-7:00 p.m., Bear Creek Park, 1620 Midlake Dr., Cedar Hill.
Fire Department Town Hall Meeting:
Learn what you need to know about your fire department. Free. 6:00-7:30 p.m., DeSoto City Hall, Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
5/13
Bienvenidos a Cedar Hill:
New residents of Cedar Hill, come out for breakfast and a tour of the city. Cedar Hill Government Center, 285 Uptown Blvd.
Mother-Daughter Soiree:
We aRe HER presents a whimsical day of fashion, food, entertainment and pampering. Register on Eventbrite. $10-$20. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Sims Rec Center, 311 E. Parkerville Rd., Cedar Hill.
5/17 and 5/31
Free-4-All Book Giveaway:
Bring your bags and boxes to fill with free books and audiobooks for all ages. First come, first served. Free. 1:00-6:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
5/20
Chess Club:
All skill levels and ages, come learn chess or improve your game. Free. 1:00-3:00 p.m., 1846 Coffee, 610 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
5/27
Resiliency Bootcamp:
Join Dudly “Dr. Bounce Back” Thurmond for a nature hike, meditation and motivational presentation. $35. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, 1206 FM 1387, Cedar Hill.
5/28
Junior Ranger Program:
Kids ages 5-10 learn about stewardship, wildlife and how to “Leave No Trace.” Free, but registration on Eventbrite required. Noon-1:30 p.m., Cedar Ridge Preserve, 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy., Dallas.
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.