7/4
19th Annual Burleson Independence Day Parade:
The Burleson Lion’s Club presents their annual Independence Day Parade. Kickoff: 9:00 a.m., Burleson Collegiate High School, 517 SW Johnson Ave.
Red, White & BTX:
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the city’s annual Fourth of July celebration, featuring food trucks, a free concert and fireworks show. Gates open: 5:00 p.m.; headlining concert: 7:30 p.m.; fireworks: 9:20 p.m., Chisenhall Fields, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln.
7/7
Old Town Art Walk:
Stroll through Old Town, and enjoy a variety of art from local and professional artists! Be sure to stop by the Farmers Market for a very special date night while you’re here. 6:00 p.m., Old Town Burleson.
7/11
Network@Night:
A night of networking, cocktails, appetizers and door prizes. Meet new clients, promote your business and expand your network. 4:30-6:00 p.m., First Financial Bank, 1900 SW Wilshire Blvd.
7/14
Teen Water Balloon War:
Battle the summer heat! Teens ages 10 and up can bring their water guns. We will provide the balloons. 4:30-5:30 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
7/21
Hawaiian Luau & Lunch:
Seniors join us for this event featuring hula dancers, a ukulele singer and Hawaiian drummers. Free, but preregistration required. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson Ave. Call (817) 295-6611.
Craf-Tea Afternoon:
Join us for tea, and learn how to make your own fairy garden! All ages 14 through adult are welcome! Supplies are limited. 1:30-3:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
7/22
The BRiCk Boat-nanza:
A fun cardboard boat race with prizes. $5 pre-register; $10 day of. 9:00 a.m.-noon, BRiCk indoor and outdoor pools, 550 NW Summercrest Blvd. Register your team at burlesontx.com/events.
7/28
Power of Heels Fashion Show:
The Power of Heels will be hosting their Fashion Show luncheon again this year with the theme “In the Garden.” $30 for Chamber members; $35 for non-members. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Lost Oak Winery, 8101 County Road 802. Register at business.burlesonchamber.com/events.
7/29
Teen Ice Cream Social:
Photo op and ice cream social for teens. Free but registration is required. 5:00 p.m., BRiCk, 550 NW Summercrest Blvd. Register at burlesontx.com/events.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Meeting:
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].
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, 248 SW Johnson Ave. www.burlesontx.com/1539/Story-Time.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Burleson Lions Club:
Local Lions meet twice a month for lunch with a speaker and to plan for upcoming community events. 11:45 a.m., No Frills Grill, 12846 South Fwy., Ste. 100. www.burlesonlions.org.
Burleson Writers Group:
Join writers from the Burleson area every month. Mini workshops on various topics relating to aspects of writing and publishing offered, as well as an in-depth review of member’s works. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave. www.burlesonwritersgroup.com.
Saturdays
Open Art Saturday:
Join Tom Sale, Hill College art professor, for free and open-to-all studio art sessions. Each week features a different theme. No registration required. Artists must provide own materials for sketching or painting. Visit website for details. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Russell Farm, 405 W. County Rd. 714. www.burlesontx.com/1215/Russell-Farm.