5/3
Resource and Health Fair:
Listen as community organizations present information on health, wellness and other resources available to senior citizens. A free lunch will be provided at 11:30 a.m., and there will be door prizes. Registration is required for this free event. Noon-2:00 p.m., Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson Ave. To register, call (817) 295-6611.
5/4
Cinco de Mayo:
Bring the whole family for a night of games, music and lively performances by La Frequencia and Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
5/8
Parks Maintenance Rodeo:
Crews show off their skills in a variety of job-related tasks, from trailer pulling to leaf blowing and more. Family-friendly event. Watch members of our parks and athletics crews compete against each other for bragging rights. Other games, activities and food for purchase will be available during the event. 6:00-7:30 p.m., Chisenhall Fields, 500 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy.
5/11
Pet Supply Drive and Fundraiser:
Join us for a day of fun and generosity. Your participation supports the Burleson Animal Shelter and benefits our furry friends in need. Bring an item from the list or donate $5, and you’ll receive a raffle ticket to win a prize! 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson Ave.
Mother’s Day Outing:
Let’s turn up the volume and celebrate moms! DJ, local vendors, chair massages by Wayne’s Mobile, raffle items, giveaways and fitness demo classes. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St. Pre-register at burlesontx.com/Calendar to guarantee your food (while supplies last).
5/14
Network@Night:
Join us for 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., J. Bollen Photography, 2801 Burleson Retta Rd. #108.
5/16
Bird Storytime at Oak Valley Park North:
Join the library as they read some books, sing some songs and do an activity. The new Reading Rover library van will be there as well. 6:00-6:30 p.m., Oak Valley Park North, 804 Parkridge Blvd.
5/17
THF Music Night:
Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic basket as we kick off Texas Heritage Festival weekend with a live band on the grassy lawn. Featuring: Jesse Jennings. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Russell Farm, 405 W. County Road 714.
5/18
Super Safety Saturday:
The Burleson Fire Department is partnering with Texas Health Burleson for a family-friendly safety event that will include pool and sun safety education, home safety, bike safety, fire safety and much more. There will also be bounce houses, face painting, a photo booth, fire truck, police cars and ambulances. Bring your bathing suit and towel for a swim evaluation! Free. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Texas Health Burleson, 2750 SW Wilshire Blvd.
Texas Heritage Festival:
Enjoy historical vendors, historic home tours, live music, community square dance, blacksmithing, pottery demonstrations, Native American interactive demonstration, hayrides, outdoor cooking from chuck wagons and food trucks as we celebrate all things Texas. 4:00-8:00 p.m., Russell Farm, 405 W. County Road 714.
5/26
BTX Honey Bike Tour:
This event is perfect for riders of all skill levels. $45 for individual riders through 5/17; $35 each for 4 or more family/group riders through 5/12; and $50 for individual riders day of. Opens: 6:30 a.m.; ride: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Centennial High School, 201 S. Hurst Rd. For more information, call (817) 295-6121, or visit burlesonchamber.com.
5/27
Pops at the Pool:
Grab your friends and family to celebrate Memorial Day at the BRiCk. Help us kick off summer with some fun in the sun. Free popsicles and popsicle koozies while supplies last. Enjoy yard games like limbo, yard bowling and cornhole. Free. 1:00-7:00 p.m., BRiCk, 550 NW Summercrest Blvd.