7/3
Independence Day Parade:
17th annual event, organized by Burleson Lions Club. Funds raised through sponsorships fund community programs. Free to attend. 9:00-11:00 a.m., Burleson Collegiate High School staging area. For more information, visit www.burlesonlions.org.
7/4
Fireworks & Free Concert:
Featuring two bands. Bring blankets, chairs and picnic. Gates open: 4:00 p.m.; Suzy and the Sissies: 5:30-7:00 p.m.; Dolan Band: 7:30-9:00 p.m.; Fireworks: 9:20 p.m., Chisenhall Fields, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln. www.burlesontx.com.
7/6-7/9
Kids Art Camp at the Farm:
Ages 7-13 have fun learning about and making art at this three-day camp. All materials included. 9:00 a.m.-noon each day, Russell Farms, 405 W. County Road 714, www.burlesontx.com/1215/Russell-Farm.
7/7
Silly Sparkles Virtual Event:
Fun virtual event with Silly Sparkles as she presents story time in a unique way. Video uploaded to Facebook for families to enjoy at home. 10:00-10:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.burlesontx.com/72/Library.
7/10
Medicare – Turning 65:
Free seminar about applying for Medicare. *Does not constitute endorsement by the library of the individual presenter’s policies or beliefs. 1:00-3:00 p.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave. Registration: [email protected] or (817) 995-2774.
7/14
Bird Feeder Craft:
Join us for a free and fun bird feeder craft in the library garden. Wild Birds Unlimited of Burleson donated supplies for this activity. 9:00-10:00 a.m., Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave. www.burlesontx.com/72/Library.
7/27
Painting With Paula:
Beginner Acrylics: Don’t think you can paint? Never tried? Join Paula to learn basic acrylic painting. Space limited. Registration opens July 13. 6:00-7:00 p.m., Senior Activities Center, 216 SW Johnson Rd. www.burlesontx.com/1543/Summer-Reading-for-Adults.
Tuesdays
Virtual Craft Time:
Geared toward teens, Burleson Public Library shares one or two crafts easy to make at home. Links to past crafts available on the library website. 10:00 a.m., Facebook live, www.facebook.com/Burlesonlibrarytx/ or www.burlesontx.com/1694/Virtual-Programs-for-Teens.
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] or (817) 269-9066.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Burleson Writers Group:
Join writers from the Burleson area every month. Mini workshops offered on various topics relating to aspects of writing and publishing, as well as an in-depth review of member’s works. 6:00-8:00 p.m.,
Burleson Public Library. www.burlesonwritersgroup.com.
Thursdays
Public Library Storytime:
Stories and fun craft to take home. 9:30-10:00 a.m., Burleson City Hall-Council Chambers, 141 W. Renfro. For more information, visit www.burlesontx.com/72/library.
Fridays
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, 405 W. County Rd. 714. www.burlesontx.com or www.facebook.com/RussellFarmArtCenter.
Second Saturdays
Second Saturdays in Old Town:
Spend the day enjoying special discounts, sales, promotions and other events in the Old Town area of Burleson. All day event, Old Town area. www.otba.org.
Coffee Talk Women’s Ministry:
Dedicated to inspire, motivate and move women closer to God. Free breakfast. All are welcome. 8:45-10:30 a.m., Lucas Lil White Chapel, 518 SW Johnson Ave.