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Christmas Bird Count:
Help count birds for National Audubon’s annual Christmas Bird Count, the longest running community science project in U.S. history. Free. 8:00 a.m., Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, 1206 W. FM 1382, Cedar Hill. For more information, visit
dogwood.audubon.org.
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Family Movie Night:
All ages. Featuring Anastasia. Popcorn provided. No registration required. 2:00-3:30 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library Storytelling Room, 450 Pioneer Trail, Cedar Hill.
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Carter BloodCare Blood Drive:
Give blood and save a life. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 310 E. Parkerville Rd., Cedar Hill. Schedule an appointment by visiting https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/159426.
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Celebrate Duncanville:
Black tie, optional. $65 per guest; reserved table for 8: $550. 6:30-9:00 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 800 N. Main St., Duncanville. For more information, visit http://www.duncanvillechamber.org.
MLK Holiday Performing Arts Show:
Presented by the city of DeSoto. Student performances and contest winners. Performances by the DeSoto High School Choir, McCowan Middle School Dance Group and Choir, Woodridge Elementary Choir and the African Village Drummers. Admission is free with the donation of one canned good as we honor Dr. King’s message of service, hope and togetherness. 7:00 p.m., DeSoto High School Auditorium, 600 Eagle Dr., DeSoto.
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Polar Plunge Fun Run:
Take part in Cedar Hill’s first ever Torch Run! Are you brave enough? This event is a unique opportunity for individuals, businesses and organizations to support Special Olympics Texas athletes. The Torch Run ends at the Lagoon for the Polar Plunge. Registration comes with a 2026 Torch Run shirt. If you choose to run and take the plunge, your registration fee will come with a 2026 Torch Run shirt and a 2026 Polar Plunge towel! Fees vary. 1:00-3:00 p.m., Virginia Weaver Park, 631 Somerset Dr., Cedar Hill. For more information or to register, visit https://www.classy.org/event/cedar-hill-polar-plunge-2026/e734372.
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Family Heritage Cooking Class:
Celebrate culture and connection through food! Join us for a hands-on cooking class where families explore fun and healthy heritage recipes together. Maximum of six participants per family unit. Participants must be at least 5 years old. Registration required. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Traphene Hickman Library Multipurpose Room, 450 Pioneer Trail, Cedar Hill.
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Talk of the Town Toastmasters Open House Event:
Join Toastmasters’ open house to boost your speaking skills and meet new friends. Free. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., DeSoto Civic Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd.
First Mondays
The Rotary Club of Cedar Hill Meeting:
6:00 p.m., High Pointe Baptist Church, 101 High Pointe Ln.
Tuesdays
DeSoto Senior Center Golden Voices Choir:
9:00 a.m., Senior Citizen Center, 204 Lion St., DeSoto. For more information, call (972) 230-5825.
Duncanville Rotary Club:
7:00-8:00 a.m., D.L. Hopkins Jr. Center, 206 James Collins Blvd., located across from Duncanville Public Library.
Second and Fourth Tuesdays
Caregiver Support Group:
2:00-3:30 p.m., Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1232 W. Belt Line Rd., DeSoto. For more information, call (972) 274-2484.
Wednesdays
You Up Next:
Musicians of all levels come together for performances, jams and connection. Free, but registration is required. 5:00-7:00 p.m., Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 310 E. Parkerville Rd., Cedar Hill. Register at bit.ly/chrcr.
Third Saturdays
Duncan Switch Saturday Street Market:
The event includes vendors, food and fun. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Main and Center streets, Duncanville.
Read to Dogs:
Practice your reading with therapy dogs. Free. 2:00 p.m., Duncanville Library, 201 James Collins Blvd.