Looking for something fun to do this weekend in the Argyle, Roanoke, Northlake, and Justin area? From summer send-offs and free live music to coffee shop pop-ups, farmers markets, and a milestone celebration for Northwest ISD, there’s plenty happening close to home. Here are five local events worth adding to your calendar.
1. Enjoy one last summer bash at Hilltop Truck Park
Summer might be winding down, but before the school bells start ringing, Hilltop Truck Park is throwing one last summer party on Saturday. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. and will feature great music, free door prizes, a foam party, face painting, and more.
2. Take advantage of the three events happening at Roanoke’s local coffee shop
Aromas on Oak in Roanoke continues to serve as a hub for community events, and this weekend is no exception. On Saturday, Nassiff School of Music is hosting a free Sip & Strum guitar lesson at the shop from 10 a.m. to Noon. Bring your own guitar or borrow one from a friend. On Sunday, the shop is hosting a Yappy Hour from 9-10 a.m. benefiting Canine Companions, a service dog nonprofit. Bring your dog and get them a free pup cup latte! While you’re there, you can shop at Roanoke’s pop-up book shop, The Novel Narwhal. They will be set up at Aromas on Oak from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for their Back to School Book Fair Bonanza.
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3. Have a night out with free live music at The Mule Barn
The Mule Barn in Justin continues their Free Summer Music Series this weekend with North Texas-based country/rock singer Jarrett Isaacs. The Saturday show starts at 9 p.m. and will wrap up around 11 p.m.
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4. Support local vendors at any of our four local farmers markets
This is the third week in a row that shopping at our local farmers markets has been on our list of weekend suggestions. But this weekend really is the time to go. This is the only weekend in August that all four of our local farmers markets will be open. The Argyle and Justin markets are open this Saturday. As usual, the Roanoke and Hilltop markets are open on Sunday. Please consider supporting these great local resources! Details on time and locations in the link.
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5. Celebrate Northwest ISD’s 75th anniversary at a special community event
On Saturday, Northwest ISD will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a special ceremony at Northwest High School. The event will mark 75 years since the district was formed through the consolidation of local communities in the late 1940s. The event runs from 2-4 p.m., with the formal program beginning at 2:30 p.m.
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