8/4
Local Author Panel and Book Signing:
Six local authors join the library staff. Hear about their books, ask questions and have your copies signed. Books available for purchase. A portion of proceeds benefits Friends of the Burleson Library. Free. 6:00-7:30 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
8/5
Party With a Purpose:
Join us for dinner, cocktails, music, silent and live auctions and an evening of hope and healing. Benefits the equestrians of Wings of Hope Equitherapy. Complimentary tickets with an opportunity to give during the evening. 6:00 p.m., River Ranch, 500 NE 32nd St., Fort Worth, TX 76106. Reserve your seat at www.wingsofhopehorses.org.
8/5-8/7
Texas Tax-Free Weekend:
Purchase clothing, footwear, backpacks, school supplies and other qualifying items without paying sales tax. Information online. www.epbusinessjournal.com/2022/07/texas-sales-tax-holiday-is-august-5-7-2022/.
8/13
Writing in Vivid Color:
An interactive class for beginners to seasoned writers. Learn and practice techniques for writing. $20. 10:00 a.m.-noon, Russell Farm, 405 W. County Road 714. www.radicalwriters.ticketleap.com/radical-writers-workshop-wiritng-in-vivid-color.
Back to School Bash:
Celebrate a new school year. Free and open to all. 4:00-7:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro. www.burlesontx.com.
8/17
Back to School:
First day of school for the 2022-2023 school year. Information on schools, times, calendar and more available online. www.burlesonisd.net.
8/19
Hollywood Date Night:
Rolling out the red carpet for individuals with special needs. Free event but must register. 6:00-8:00 p.m., BRiCk, 550 NW Summercrest Blvd. www.burlesontx.com.
8/20
Canning Class-Pineapple Habanero Jelly:
Sweet and spicy with many possibilities. All supplies included to take home a jar and the recipe. $25; register online. 10:00 a.m.-noon, Russell Farm, 405 W. County Road 714. For more information, visit www.burlesontx.com.
8/28
Women in Power:
Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month. Funds support empowerment awards and grants. $25 minimum donation requested; RSVP at Eventbrite. 5:30-8:00 p.m., Lost Oak Winery, 8101 County Road 802.
Fourth Mondays
Johnson County Quilt Guild:
Monthly meeting for quilters in Johnson County. 6:30-9:00 p.m., Crossroads Fellowship Church, 400 N. Main St. (2nd St. side entrance), Joshua, TX 76058. FB: Johnson County Quilt Guild. Kay Fox – text (817) 201-6222 or [email protected].
Third Tuesdays
Heart & Soul Writers:
A Christian writers group designed to encourage, support and improve skills. Zoom option may be available. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Alsbury Baptist Church, 500 NE Alsbury Blvd. Contact [email protected], (817) 269-9066.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
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 members’ works. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesonwritersgroup.com.
Thursdays
Toddler Storytime:
Join staff to read books, sing songs and make a craft together. Geared toward 2- to 4-year-old children, but families welcome to attend together. 9:30 a.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesontx.com/1539/Story-Time.
Fridays
Preschool Storytime:
Join staff to read books, sing songs and make a craft together. Geared toward 4- to 6-year-old children, but families welcome to attend together. 9:30 a.m., Burleson Public Library. www.burlesontx.com/1539/Story-Time.
Story Time at the Farm:
Story-time readings in the garden or inside depending on weather. Bring a lunch and stay afterward. 11:00-11:30 a.m., Russell Farm. www.burlesontx.com or www.facebook.com/