9/4
Spiderweb Loom Weaving Workshop:
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create intricate designs using traditional weaving techniques. Tickets: $65.87. 4:00-8:00 p.m., Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, 1206 W. FM 1382, Cedar Hill. Get tickets on Eventbrite.
9/4-9/6
Annual Book Sale.
Cash only, please. Hardcovers: $2; paperbacks, children’s, DVDs/CDs: $1. Thursday: Friends of the Library member preview: 5:00-7:00 p.m.; Friday: noon-5:30 p.m.; Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Half price from 1:00-3:30 p.m.), Duncanville Public Library Meeting Rooms, 201 James Collins Blvd.
9/6
Rhythm of the Heartbeat Dance Experience:
Presented by Pink Diamonds Survivors of Cancer. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville. For information, contact (972) 841-2697 or pinkdiamondssoc@gmail.com.
Puzzle Race:
2:00 p.m., FUMCD, 414 Ave. C, Duncanville. For reservations, call (972) 298-6121 or (972) 816-6900.
9/11
First Responders Bowling Tournament:
We are bringing together local business and community leaders for a friendly competitive day that says thank you to our heroes. 6:00-8:00 p.m., AMF Lanes, 121 Northgate Dr., DeSoto. To register a team or to be a sponsor, contact operations@desotoareachamber.org.
9/13
Best Southwest Emergency Preparedness Fair:
Learn how to keep your family safe in emergencies, meet local first responders, explore fire and police equipment and grab free giveaways and prizes. There’s something for all ages from indoor info booths to outdoor fire and police equipment demos. Free. 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., DeSoto Civic Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto.
Movies in the Park:
Featured movie: A Million Miles Away. Reach for the stars, and come watch an out of this world movie. Free. 8:00 p.m., Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville.
9/19
National Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff:
Presented by the Duncanville Arts Commission. Live mariachis and tasty bites. 4:00-8:00 p.m., Los Jefes, 100 Main Street, Ste. 101B, Duncanville.
Cine en el Parque:
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive evening under the stars. Free popcorn for first 50 guests; aguas frescas available for purchase throughout the evening. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Live music: 7:00 p.m.; outdoor screening of Selena (1997): 8:00 p.m., Pioneer Park, 600 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
9/20
Deaf Outdoors Day:
Discover your park with ASL interpreters! A special day of programs for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Free, but registration is required. Park entrance fees will be waved for all registered participants. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 West FM 1382 Cedar Hill. For more information, email thomas.mcdaniel@tpwd.texas.gov.
Hispanic Heritage Fest:
Join us for a vibrant fiesta as we come together to celebrate the rich Hispanic Heritage, culture and independence! Traditional music, dance performances, local food trucks, parade and family-friendly activities. Dress in your best traditional attire to truly embrace the celebration! 4:00-10:00 p.m., Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville.
9/22
Red Cross Blood Drive:
Give blood this month and make a real difference to someone in need. Donate blood. Save lives. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd. Make an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org.
9/27
Memphis Soul Concert:
Get ready to show up with only the sweetest dance moves and listen to the best music. Free. 7:00 p.m., Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd.
First Thursdays
Games Night:
Do you need a break for fun? Games and puzzles for adults. 6:00-7:30 p.m., DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.