10/4
Red Chair Lecture Series:
Artist Tiny Irizarry will present “The Creative Courageous Voice,” an inspiring talk on embracing your artistic expression. Enjoy the grand opening of Russell Farm’s new art studio and explore an exhibition in the Baker Building showcasing works by their talented Saturday Sketch Artists. After the lecture, mingle with fellow art lovers at a reception with light snacks. Free. Noon, Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714.
10/11
Founders Day:
Join the Burleson Heritage Foundation for a day celebrating Burleson’s founding! This family-friendly event features fun activities including historical re-enactments, live music, car show, vendors and a Kids Zone. Free. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
Saddle Up & S’mores:
Enjoy a fun evening of instructional country western dancing followed by cozy s’mores by the fire. It’s perfect for date nights or a fun girls’ night out! Spots are limited, so registration is required. $40 per couple. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714. To register, visit burlesontx.com/2888/Saddle-Up-Smores.
10/12
Annual Fall Festival:
St. Ann Catholic Church invites the community to join them for a fun-filled afternoon of games, delicious food, live music and a silent auction. 11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., St. Ann Catholic Church 100 SW Alsbury Blvd.
10/16
Badges, Bags & Bingo:
Join the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce for a fun night of bingo, benefiting the Children’s Advocacy Center of Johnson County. There will be food, a silent auction, gold table pull, wine pull and fabulous handbag prizes! Doors open: 4:30 p.m.; games: 6:00-10:00 p.m., Cleburne Conference Center, 1501 W. Henderson, Cleburne, TX 76033.
10/18
Dogs and Donuts:
Get ready for a HOWL-oween paw-ty! Delicious donuts and apple cider await you and your furry best friend for this Halloween edition of Dogs and Donuts! Don’t forget to dress up your pup in their cutest (or creepiest!) costume for our Halloween costume contest! Free, but registration is required. 9:30-11:00 a.m., Burleson Bark Park, 616 Memorial Plaza. To register, visit burlesontx.com/2051/Dogs-and-Donuts-Halloween-Edition.
Fall Fest at the Farm:
Celebrate all things fall with fun activities including a hayride, petting donkeys, fall arts & crafts, games, train rides and more! Free. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W. CR 714.
10/19
Brazos Chamber Orchestra Fall Concert Series:
Bring family, friends and neighbors to see the Brazos Chamber Orchestra perform! This is a free event, though donations are accepted. 7:30-9:00 p.m., Pathway Church, 325 NW Renfro St. For more details, visit brazoschamberorchestra.org.
10/24
Old Town Picture Show:
Bring your own blanket or lawn chair and get ready to enjoy the show! October’s movie is the 1993 Disney film Hocus Pocus. Free. 6:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.
10/25
Crossroads of Texas GO TEXAN Country Festival:
Find Texas-made art, crafts and culinary favorites at the largest one-day event in the state! 200-plus booths and live music on 10-plus stages, including country artist Randall King. Free admission. 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Downtown Waxahachie.
Boo Bash Festival:
Join us for a spooktacular evening with your friends and family. Come dressed up in your best costume! Activities include pumpkin painting, Country Critters petting zoo and bounce houses. Free candy and games for children under 12. Food trucks will have food available for purchase. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Chisenhall Fields, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln. Register for a time slot at burlesontx.com/events.
10/29
Zumba Nights in the Plaza:
Come dressed in your spookiest Halloween for a special Latin Thriller Night led by Claudia Soto! There will be a chance to win prizes in a costume contest! 7:00-8:00 p.m., Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W. Renfro St.