7/2
Wonka:
Enjoy a movie and popcorn. Free. 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., Duncanville Library, 201 James Collins Blvd.
7/2 and 7/9
Resin Workshop:
Teens, come learn how to create in resin. 5:00-6:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/4
Independence Day Celebration:
Come for all day celebrations. Armstrong Park, 100 James Collins Blvd.
Poetry Mural:
Come watch Kas Jones create public art. Noon-4:00 p.m., Grow DeSoto Marketplace, 324 E. Belt Line Rd., DeSoto.
Fireworks Celebration:
Join DeSoto and Lancaster to celebrate Independence Day. Free. 6:00-9:30 p.m., Grimes Park, 501 E. Wintergreen Rd., DeSoto.
7/8
Lucas Miller the Singing Zoologist:
Funny songs and skits about science. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
The Buzz About Bees:
Fun for the family while learning about bees. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/9
Wish:
Enjoy a movie and popcorn. Free. 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., Duncanville Library, 201 James Collins Blvd.
Summer Charcuterie Board Party:
Adults, learn to craft the perfect flavor combo. Free, but registration required. 6:30-8:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill. signupgenius.com/go/9040B4CACA62BA7FD0-make#/.
7/10
Poetry Chalk Fest:
Use your poetry to decorate a section of concrete with positivity. 2:00-4:00 p.m., DeSoto East Middle School, 601 E. Belt Line Rd.
7/11
David Chicken:
He’s back again with songs, dance and tomfoolery for parents and kids. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/15-7/19
Family Vacation Bible School:
Breaker Rock Beach. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m., New Legacy Community Church, 200 S. Polk, DeSoto. Register at newlegacycc.org or call (972) 230-8282.
7/16
Wildflower Seed Bombs:
Adults, learn to support pollinators and beautify the landscape. Free. 6:30-8:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/20
Senior Pool Party:
Come for the pool games or just to lounge. 50-plus residents free, non-resident seniors $5. Mosley Pool, 1300 Honor Dr., DeSoto.
7/22
Children’s Theater:
The Kid’s Library Drama Club presents a play based on a book. Free. 2:00 p.m., DeSoto Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
7/24 and 7/31
Mosaic in the Making:
Watch Jennifer Kindert create an outdoor mosaic at the Rec Center’s back door. 2:00-4:00 p.m., 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
7/25
Business Plans 101:
Learn how SCORE can help your small business thrive. Free. 6:30-8:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.
7/27
Chair Yoga:
Come for some gentle exercise. Free. 10:00 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 1302 S. Clark Rd., Duncanville.
7/30
Tech for Business and Career:
Learn how Google tools can help your small business. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library, 450 Pioneer Trl., Cedar Hill.