7/2
List Poems With Alex Tha Great:
For residents age 50-plus. Join us for a session of creative writing with Alex Tha Great, a talented artist from the DeSoto Artist Lab. Discover the fun of writing a list poem. 10:00 a.m.-noon, DeSoto Senior Center, 204 Lion St. RSVP on Eventbrite.
7/4
Lions Club Independence Parade & Independence Day Celebration:
Live music, food vendors, games, activities and a spectacular fireworks show to light up the summer sky. 4:00-10:00 p.m., Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville. Register at https://events.duncanvilletx.gov/duncanvilletx/3971.
7/7
Red Cross Blood Drive:
Donate blood. Save lives. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville.
7/8
Culinary Treats With Ykeena:
Calling all teen foodies for a hands-on cooking experience. 1:00-3:00 p.m., DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
7/10
Colors of Kindness Magic Show:
Teaches confidence, kindness and anti-bullying through comedy, puppets and interactive tricks. Inspired by children’s books. Groups over 10 contact the Youth Services Supervisor in advance. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/12
Grace Hula Dancers:
10:15-11:00 a.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville.
7/17
Hawaiian Dance:
Graceful hula storytelling and traditional drumming. Family-friendly. Groups over 10 please contact the Youth Services Supervisor in advance. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
Glass Coaster Workshop:
A creative afternoon with DeSoto Artist Lab Residency Artist Brittney Wells. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary. Noon-2:00 p.m., The Fishbowl at DeSoto City Hall, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
7/22
Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas:
Discover job opportunities, find out about career advancement workshops, sign up for a LinkedIn Learning account and more. 10:00 a.m.-noon, DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
Fun After Five:
Sponsored by Hilton Garden Inn. 5:00-7:00 p.m., 800 N. Main St., Duncanville.
7/26
All About Animals:
10:15-11:00 a.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville.
7/27
Jazz in the Sanctuary:
This event brings the community together to enjoy the musicality of diverse professional artists. Geared to a sophisticated audience. Free, but donations are accepted to support the ministry. 6:00-7:00 p.m., New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church, 2025 W. Wheatland Rd., Dallas, TX 75232.
7/31
Summer Reading Finale:
Animal Adventures With the Dallas Zoo. Ages 5-plus. Groups over 10 please contact the Youth Services Supervisor in advance. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
Summer Art Show:
Featuring original works by participants of our Summer Art Studio program. Free. No registration required. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
First Mondays
The Rotary Club of Cedar Hill Meeting:
6:00 p.m., High Pointe Baptist Church, 101 High Pointe Ln.
Thursdays in June and July
Plus Ultra Manga Club:
Tweens (9-12), come share your love of manga and explore Japanese culture. Free. 2:00 p.m., DeSoto Library 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
Second and Fourth Saturdays
Historic Downtown Farmers Market:
Fresh produce, handmade goods and artisanal treats. May-October. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Downtown Cedar Hill.