6/3
Summer Reading Kickoff:
Enjoy carnival games, candy, Miss Aimee’s Balloon Twisting, free Kessler Baking Studio treats, free Kona Ice and popcorn, arts and crafts, a ukulele singer, reading logs and bookmarks. 2:00-4:00 p.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd.
Summer Reading Kickoff:
Kids, teens and adults sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge! Performance by Bandan Koro African Drums, outdoor activities and giveaways. Free T-shirt for the first 200 people. Free event. 5:00-7:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Public Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
6/5
Mayor’s Summer Reading Club Kickoff Party:
Join us for a foam party! 5:00-7:00 p.m., outside in the breezeway between the library and the rec center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd. For more information, visit www.desototexas.gov/library.
6/5-7/31
2023 Mayor’s Summer Reading Club:
Daily activities and prize collection at the library. For all ages. DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd. Visit www.desototexas.gov/library.
6/8
17th AnnualBig Machines Expo:
Explore industrial machines and emergency equipment. Bring the kids for some outdoor fun with music, games and giveaways. Free. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Valley Ridge Park, 2850 Park Ridge Dr., Cedar Hill.
6/10
Situational Awareness:
Are You Aware of Your Surroundings?: Presented by BOSI Teen Girl Mentoring. Cheryl Washington and Officer Jessica Ryan with the DeSoto Police Dept. share hidden signs to consider in dating, human trafficking, cyber bullying and more. Free. Noon-2:00 p.m., DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd. Marq Runnels, (972) 230-9663.
6/13-7/18
Summer BookBuddies Program:
Each Tuesday, teens read with a child (ages 3-11) for 45 minutes and do enrichment activities for the last 30 minutes. Space is limited; registration required. Parents must stay in the library during program. 10:15-11:30 a.m., DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd. (972) 230-9663.
6/17
Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration:
Duncanville will be the host for this year’s event. Enjoy four hours of live music from some of the area’s best musicians; the Cultural Expo, presented by the Duncanville Arts Commission; an Author’s Expo, organized by Dr. Jean Pemberton Jones; a Wellness Expo; vendor booths; and bounce houses for the kids. Free. 3:00-10:00 p.m., Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville. For more information, call (972) 780-5070.
6/21
Celebrate JuneteenthWith Ms. Opal Lee:
The Zula B. Wylie Public Library hosts a community talk with the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” Reception following. Free. 6:30 p.m., Cedar Hill Government Center, 285 Uptown Blvd., Cedar Hill.
6/22
Fun After Five:
Sponsored by Hilton Garden Inn. 5:00-7:00 p.m., 800 N. Main St., Duncanville.
6/24
Zoe Ladies Brunch:
Delicious food, shopping, entertainment and giveaways. Raise money for Cancer research. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Point of Light Church, 1599 Kingswood Dr., CH. Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.
6/24-6/25
ARRL Annual North American Field Day:
Join the Southwest Dallas County Amateur Radio Club in participating in this emergency preparedness exercise. DeSoto Fire Training Center, 501 E. Wintergreen Rd.
Wednesdays in June
Paper Flower Sculpture Workshop Series:
Felicia Fisher teaches the basics of sculptural paper arts, how to create foliage and flowers and the art of making paper floral wreaths. Free, but registration required. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. To register, stop by the DeSoto Public Library Information Desk, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
Fridays in June
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a concert by various artists, while relaxing under the stars. Food trucks will be on-site to purchase food and drinks. No alcohol, glass containers or smoking allowed in the park. Free. 8:00-10:00 p.m., Valley Ridge Park Amphitheater, 2850 Park Ridge Dr., Cedar Hill. For updated weather information for this event, please call (214) 855-9758.