6/1
Autism Resource Fair:
Join Galliant Autism and Russell Farm for their first Autism Resource Fair. Meet service providers and learn more about resources in the DFW area. There will be face painting, sensory activities, farm animals and food! This is a free event. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. County Road 714. For more details, email [email protected].
6/1-6/8
Bag of Books Bonanza:
Support The Friends of the Burleson Library and acquire some new favorite reads at their Bag of Books Bonanza! $5 purchases a single use bag to fill with books, CDs and DVDs for all ages! This event takes place during regular library hours in the entryway of the Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
6/7-7/4
Hot Sounds of Summer:
The Hot Sounds of Summer concerts are back! Enjoy good music from musicians of various genres. Be sure to bring your own chairs and picnic blankets. This free event occurs on all Fridays in June, Saturday, 6/29 and Thursday, 7/4. Concerts start at 7:30 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
6/5-6/7 and 6/12-6/14
Fun on the Farm Camp:
Come enjoy farm activities such as learning how to safely work with the Russell Farm donkeys, going on a nature hike with plant identification, partaking in culinary activities, exploring history and much more! Please pack a picnic lunch. $125 per camper for the 3-day week. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. County Road 714. Register at burlesontx.com/events.
6/8
June Craft Fair:
Join the Senior Activity Center once again to shop local vendors’ sewn creations, art, jewelry and other handmade items. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson Ave.
6/15
Father’s Day Fishing Tournament:
A fishing trip as epic as dad himself. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest fish, smallest fish and biggest combination of father and child fish. Bring your own fishing gear. This is a free event, but spots are limited. Registration is required to receive a meal. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Bailey Lake, 280 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy. Register at burlesontx.com/events.
Juneteenth Art, Music and Food Festival:
Come celebrate the Juneteenth holiday with cultural educational opportunities as well as art, food and live entertainment. This is a free event. 7:30-?9:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
6/18
Ramblin’ Rita’s Texas Tales:
Listen to cowgirl storyteller, Ramblin’ Rita, share some tall tells from her adventures from the West Texas deserts to the Gulf Coast shores. This is an all-ages event. 6:00-7:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
6/25
Paint by Numbers:
Spend a relaxing evening at the library painting by numbers. Participants will receive a kit including brushes, paints, numbered canvas and instructions. This event is for ages 18 and up. No registration required, but supplies are limited. 6:00-7:30 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave.
6/29
International Mud Day:
Join the library in celebrating International Mud Day by getting muddy and messy! Be sure to wear clothes and bring towels you won’t mind getting dirty. 9:00-10:30 a.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. County Road 714.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Federal Employees:
Monthly meetings of NARFE Chapter 1191 feature guest speakers. Open to federal employees. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., various locations. Follow on Facebook. [email protected].
First and Third Wednesdays
Senior Bingo:
Have fun and win prizes twice each month. 10:00 a.m., Burleson Senior Activity Center, 216 SW Johnson. www.burlesontx.com/320/Senior-Activity-Center or (817) 295-6611.
Saturdays
Burleson Farmers Market:
8:00 a.m.-noon, The Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St. www.burlesonfarmersmarket.com.