4/6
Show Me How Festival:
Bring your family to watch as Texan artisans give live demonstrations of their skills. Enjoy delicious food, live music and unique wares. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714.
4/8
Solar Eclipse Watch Party:
Join us in the plaza for our Solar Eclipse Watch Party! There will be educational vendors, yard games, food trucks and music from DJ T-Aye. Solar Eclipse glasses will be handed out while supplies last. Free entry. 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
4/13
Trash Bash:
Help Keep Burleson Beautiful by participating in a citywide cleanup event. After the cleanup, enjoy free pizza and a prize raffle. 8:00 a.m.-noon, Warren Park, 301 SW Johnson Ave. Register your group by 4/9 at burlesontx.com/FormCenter or call (817) 426-9848.
Johnson County Master Gardeners Plant Sale:
Come shop a variety of plants that are perfect for the area. Proceeds benefit local horticulture scholarships and educational programs for Johnson County. 9:00 a.m.-sell out, 201 W. First Street, Cleburne. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/johnsoncountytx.
4/14
Vineyard Vibes:
Enjoy amazing local music, delicious food, good wine, exclusive vendors and a whole lot of relaxing with friends, all while supporting your community. Tickets start at $15. 1:00-6:00 p.m., Lost Oak Winery, 8101 CR 802. To purchase tickets, visit harvesthouse-bloom.kindful.com/e/vineyard-vibes-2.
4/20
Craft Supply Swap:
Looking to try a new craft or to downsize your craft supplies collection? Visit the library’s craft swap! Items for the Craft Supply Swap may be dropped off at the library 4/8-4/18, during normal operating hours. Please only bring items that are in good condition that you would want to bring home. This is a free event. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
April Canning Class – Carrot Cake Jam:
In these classes, you’ll learn proper safety techniques in the water bath canning process, and have the perfect topping for English muffins, pancakes and vanilla ice cream to take home! All supplies are included. $30 per person. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714. For more information about how to register, visit burlesontx.com/Calendar.
4/21
Brazos Chamber Orchestra Concert Series:
This is a free event, though donations are accepted. 7:30-9:00 p.m., Pathway Church, 325 NW Renfro St. For more details, visit brazoschamberorchestra.org.
4/22
Earth Day Celebration:
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by spending time outside enjoying nature? Come explore the outdoors and participate in fun activities, including education about ancient plants and animals, environmentally conscious crafts and live animal showings! Goodie bags will be handed out to the first 50 kiddos. This is a free event. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Bailey Lake Park, 280 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy.
4/27
Household Hazardous Waste Event:
Burleson residents may dispose of household hazardous waste, old electronics, tires and paper for shredding. Proof of residency, including a city solid waste or water bill, is required. This is a free event. 9:00-11:00 a.m., Municipal Service Center, 725 SE John Jones Dr.
4/27-4/28
Far Out Family Campout and Fishing Adventure:
Hosted by Parks and Recreation. There will be archery lessons, fishing, a campfire, hot dog dinner and s’mores. Bring your own tent, fishing pole and bait. $25 per family of 5 pre-event; $30 per family of 5 day of. 1:00 p.m.-8:00 a.m., Bailey Lake Park, 280 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy. Purchase tickets at the BRiCk or online at www.burlesontx.com/1754/Far-Out-Family-Campout.
Fridays
Kidcreate Homeschool Classes – Advanced Papier-Mâché:
Come create 3D masterpieces using the mega-cool, mega-messy technique of papier-mâché! In this special class reserved just for our older artists, we’ll learn the process of creating our own papier-mâché as we sculpt 3-D bugs, delicate bowls and beautiful bird nests. These are not projects you want to try at home! This class is for ages 12-18, and the price is $75 per student for all four sessions. 9:00-11:00 a.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714. For more information about how to register, visit burlesontx.com/Calendar.