Events coming up in the greater Lewisville area

Compiled by Heather M. Goodwin, hsmith@acnpapers.com

Gift giving event

Tierney’s will be hosting a gift giving event from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at 208 E. Main Street in Lewisville. Those who bring a silent auction item for the Children’s Advocacy for Denton County for the Feb. 26 Gala will receive 25 percent off your meal that night.

The center’s gala will be held Feb. 26 at Circle R Ranch in Flower Mound.

The event features sports celebrities, renown chefs, live music, live/silent auction and more.  Tickets are $100.  Ticket purchases after Jan. 26, will be $125. 

Visit www.cacdc.org or www.cacdcchampions.org or call 972-317-2818 to reserve a table, sponsor this event or find out more.

Local resident promoted

Kelli J. Norbits has been promoted to the rank of private first class in the U.S. Army National Guard. Norbits is a motor transport operator trainee assigned to the 1st Battalion, 19th Field Artillery at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. She is the daughter of Richard A. and Babette J. Norbits of Lewisville. The private first class is a 2010 graduate of Lewisville High School.

Local graduates from basic training

Air Force Airman Kevin T. Sekishiro graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Sekishiro is the son of Daryl Sekishiro of Lewisville. Hegraduated in 2010 from Edward S. Marcus High School.

Symphony announces intern program

The Lewisville Lake Symphony announces its new symphony intern program for students in the sixth through 12th. Prospective interns need a letter of recommendation from their band director, orchestra director, choir director, private music teacher or classroom teacher. Part of the selection process will be based on an essay of 400 words or less on either of two topics: “How does music help in other areas of life?” or “What makes live music more exciting than recorded music?”

For information visit http://www.lewisvillesymphony.org/interns.htm

KLB moves to Main Street

Keep Lewisville Beautiful (KLB) has moved offices and is now residing on Main Street. The new office address is 101 W. Main St., Suite 102. The new contact number is 972-538-5949 and the new fax number is 1-866-727-8526. All email addresses and the website have stayed the same.

VRM hosts merrier Fridays

On three Fridays in December the shopping is a little bit more festive when Vista Ridge Mall celebrates merrier Fridays. From 4 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 17, shoppers will be enjoy an incentive-filled evening that includes giveaways, retailer discounts and the opportunity to earn a $10 shop etc. gift card from Vista Ridge Mall.

Buyers can earn a $10 GGP Shop Etc. Gift Card, while supplies last, by spending $100 or more from 4 to 8 p.m. on any one of the merrier Fridays. Same-day receipts must be presented at the redemption zone located in Center Court.

Alley repairs scheduled

Lewisville’s street division will be making alley repairs between San Antone Lane and Chisholm Trail. The alley will be closed to through traffic. Homeowners can enter from Abilene or Garden Ridge Boulevard. Construction is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Dec. 14 and be completed on Thursday, Dec. 17, weather permitting.

This will require that trash for collection be placed in front of the residences until the work has been completed.

Alley repairs scheduled

Lewisville’s street division will be making alley repairs at 2303 Balleybrooke Dr. The alley will be closed to through traffic. Homeowners can enter from Chaplewood Drive. Construction is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Dec. 14, and be completed on Thursday, Dec. 17, weather permitting.

This will require that trash for collection be placed in front of the residences until the work has been completed.

VAL hosts ‘Happy Places’

A new show for the Visual Art League of Lewisville began on Saturday, Dec. 4; with the opening reception at the gallery at 7 p.m. “Happy Places” is the title of the members’ show and the Wanda Grice Exhibit, a VAL member who will be showing in the front gallery. The shows run through Jan. 15.

Jackie Haugen will also be showing her work at the Lewisville State Bank during the month of December. The bank’s lobby hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 am. to 1 p.m. The bank is located at 191 Main Street in Lewisville.

The Visual Art League of Lewisville is located at 701 S. Stemmons Fwy. No. 115 in the Lewisville West Shopping Center, west side of 1-35 between Main Street and Fox Avenue. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2-6 p.m.

For information visit www.visualartleague.org. valtex.blogspot.com or call 972-420-9393.

Holiday events on tap at LLELA

The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area has scheduled several events in December.

Homestead Christmas will be from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11. Enjoy a tour of the historic Minor-Porter Log House, help trim an edible tree for wildlife, make an ornament to take home to your own Christmas tree, enjoy seasonal music and snacks and more. Knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to guide visitors through the structures. Visitors are welcome to arrive at any time during the open hours and join in at their own pace. There is no additional fee for this activity beyond regular admission to LLELA ($5 per person; children age 5 years and under free).

Winter Bird Walk. Bird watchers of all skill levels are welcome to join Keith Lockhart at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11 as he guides visitors to locations for viewing of wintering sparrows, ducks and more. Some of the best birding spots are not normally available to the public, outside of a scheduled tour. Ages 10 and up. There is a $2 program fee for the bird walk, in addition to the regular gate fee. Reservations are requested, but not required; call 972-219-3930. Bring sunscreen, binoculars, a hat and drinking water.

Bison Tour. Visitors are invited to roam over to LLELA’s bison area for a guided tour at 2 p.m. Dec. 26 (arrive at 1:45 for sign-in). Participants will meet herd owner Robert Vaughan at the gatehouse, then drive out for an opportunity to see the bison up close and learn more about bison natural history and husbandry. All ages are welcome; reservation is required at 972-219-3930. The tour is available for $2 per person in addition to LLELA’s regular gate fee. The bison are normally off view in a secure area of LLELA, so this is a chance to visit a part of the preserve most people don’t get to see. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and drinking water.

Church to host Christmas concert

Westside Baptist Church invites the community to attend its annual Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12. Special guests include Rebekah Passmore Harp Studio (featuring eight harpists), North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship (male chorus), Hamilton Park United Methodist Church (hand bell choir), St. John Baptist Church (male chorus), Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church (male chorus), Friendship Baptist Church (male chorus) and the Westside Baptist Church (male chorus). This is a free concert. Westside Baptist Church is located at 900 Bellaire Blvd.

Flower Mound Presbyterian Church hosts events

Flower Mound Presbyterian Church will host the following events:

Special Children’s Program - performance of “Las Posada” in English at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 12. There will be a complimentary lunch for all following the performance.

At 10:30 a.m. Dec. 19, the church choir will present “Rise Up! A New Light-A-Comin.’”

On Dec. 24, the church will have a candlelight Christmas Eve service at 6:30 p.m.

On Dec. 26, there will be a Christmas hymn sing-along at 10:30 a.m. during the regular worship.

Flower Mound Presbyterian Church is located at 1501 Flower Mound Road.

For information call 972-539-7184 or visit www.fmpcweb.org.

Lake Cities chamber to host holiday luncheon

The Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) is finalizing plans for its first holiday luncheon Tuesday, Dec. 14 that will have guests searching for ‘favorite things’ at each of the member booths who are part of the expo. After guests write down each booth’s ‘favorite thing’ they can turn in their card to be eligible for more than 15 door prizes.

Member booths inside the ballroom at Oakmont Country Club in Corinth will feature holiday items, special discounts, drawings and product or organization information. In order to have enough time to visit all of the booths and be eligible for the drawings, guests are encouraged to arrive early at 11 a.m. Guests can receive an extra door prize drawing entry by bringing a canned good for the Lake Cities Food Pantry.

If you would like to attend the December luncheon, RSVP to lccc@lakecitieschamber.com or 940-497-3097 by Thursday, Dec. 9. Lake Cities Chamber members or first-time guests at a luncheon can attend for the member discount of $15 with RSVP. All others can attend for $20 with RSVP. The cost to attend without RSVP is an additional $5.

For information visit www.lakecitieschamber.com, e-mail holly@lakecitieschamber.com or call 940-497-3097.

VRM adds extra hours to shopping days

Beginning Monday, Dec. 13, Vista Ridge Mall will add hours to the shopping day by opening earlier and closing later.

Extended holiday hours will be:

• Monday, Dec. 13 to Friday, Dec. 17: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Sunday, Dec. 19: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Monday, Dec. 20 to Thursday, Dec. 23: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Friday, Dec. 24: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 25: mall is closed, with the exception of Cinemark

• Sunday, Dec. 26: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Monday, Dec. 27 to Thursday, Dec. 30: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Friday, Dec. 31: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 1: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Some retailers, department stores, restaurants and entertainment venues may keep different hours. Call for exact opening and closing times.

WOFM toy drive set

The Women of Flower Mound will host a holiday social and toy drive at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14 at Bridlewood Golf Club Restaurant, 4000 W. Windsor Drive.

Participants are asked to bring an unwrapped toy or gift certificate worth $10 or more. RSVP is encouraged by Thursday.

For information visit www.womenofflowermound.org.

KLB announces tree recycling

Keep Lewisville Beautiful is encouraging everyone this year to recycle their live Christmas tree. Recycling reduces the debris at the curb on trash day, extends the life of our landfill, provides free useful mulch and benefits the environment. Here’s how it works: Purchase a live tree, decorate it and enjoy it for Christmas, after the holidays remove all the ornaments and decorations, take it to the Lake Park and Mill Street location (near the soccer fields, follow the signs) drop it all and collect your mulch. Trees may be dropped off near the soccer field parking lot Dec. 15-Jan. 15.

The trees will be chipped up to be used as mulch, which saves precious landfill space and we are able to reuse the trees. Any mulch left on site is available to the public free of charge. Starting Dec. 30, bring a bag or bucket to pick up and use in your yard. Mulch can be used in the flowerbeds and boarders, garden beds, around trees and shrubs, walkways, and livestock bedding. We will take residential and commercial trees from lots that don’t sell all their stock.

For information call 972-436-5100.

KLB seeks nominations

Keep Lewisville Beautiful (KLB) recognizes four properties each holiday season for their efforts to beautify Lewisville with holiday decorations.

KLB is looking for final nominations. Dec. 17 is the last day to nominate. If anyone has decorations they would like to show, have an unusual decorative style, or know someone who put a lot of work into their decorations this year, let KLB know about it. Please identify the nominee’s address only. The person’s name and phone number making the nomination is optional.

The “Yard of the Month” program sponsored by KLB is limited only to Lewisville residents and business.

Keep Lewisville Beautiful (KLB), a major environmental organization in Lewisville, is committed to empowering the citizens of Lewisville through education to take greater responsibility for enhancing their community environment. KLB is looking for businesses, organizations, or individuals who wish to become a partner or volunteer and help to carry out the mission of KLB.

For information, call 972-538-5949 or visit www.keeplewisvillebeautiful.org.

Re-asphalt of Ace Lane scheduled

Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Reynolds Asphalt and Construction Company to re-asphalt Ace Lane between FM 3040 and Valley Parkway. Construction was scheduled to begin Dec. 9 and be completed Friday, Dec. 17, weather permitting.

This portion of the street will be closed during work hours, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Street will be open after work hours and on the weekends.

Dance center to host free event

Journey Dance Center will host free dance classes in jazz, tap, hip-hop, ballet and free style. Classes are scheduled for ages 3 to 7 from 2-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 18 and 19 and for ages 8 to 13 from 3-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 18 and 19. All classes will be held at the Frederick P. Herring Recreation Center, 191 Civic Circle.

For information call 972-536-3984 or visit www.thejourneydancecenter.com.

Chorale presents holiday show

The Lewisville Civic Chorale will present “Hollywood Holiday”: Songs from the movies. Also, sacred holiday hymns with audience participation. The shows begin at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18 and at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 19. Concerts are held at The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 602 N. Old Orchard Lane. A reception will follow both concerts.

Admission is $15 general admission; $10 seniors; $5 students and children. Discounted tickets are $30 for families of any size.

For information contact Blair King, artistic director, at 214-796-4006 or director@lewisvillecivicchorale.org.

GLCT presents ‘Christmas Belles’

The Greater Lewisville Community Theatre presents the comedy Christmas Belles, weekends through Dec. 19, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. The theater is located at 160 W Main St. in Old Town Lewisville. Tickets are $15 (adults) and $12 (65 and over/18 and under).

For reservations call 972-221-SHOW (7469). Discounted season tickets are available at www.glct.org.

Grapevine doctor organizes toy drive

Dr. James Mahoney is organizing a toy drive this Christmas season to put smiles on the faces of some needy children.

For $49, a patient can help 10 children receive toys for Christmas and the patient gets two treatments: laser genesis and diamond tip microderm.

All the proceeds will either be used to buy toys or be donated to the toy fund of a local center that caters to the less fortunate children in the community.

Mahoney is also collecting toy donations which can be dropped off at Dr, Mahoney’s office at The Center for Hope and Healing, 550 North Carroll Ave., Grapevine.

Toy drop-off dates are from Dec. 15 to 22, Monday thru Friday between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

VRM benefits Christian Community Action

While shopping, visitors to Vista Ridge Mall can share the merriment of the season as the shopping center will host The Giving Tree benefiting Christian Community Action. The Giving Tree will be in the Big Sky Café Food Court now through Tuesday, Dec. 22.

The Giving Tree is decorated with numbered tags with suggested gift ideas, including the age and gender of a child who will receive the gift. Contributors can remove one or more tags from the tree and purchase appropriate gifts based on the information on the tag. Shoppers return the gifts, unwrapped, to Vista Ridge Mall.

Christian Community Action places the donated items in the CCA Toy Store, where qualified recipients shop with vouchers to purchase toys for their children. Parents experience the joy of shopping for their child's gifts, wrapping these gifts and then giving the donated gifts to their children in the tradition of their family.

Ann’s Haven hosts ‘Light Up a Life’

The holiday season is a time for remembering loved ones and the Ann’s Haven VNA Hospice Auxiliary is displaying its 27th annual “Light Up a Life” tree to honor the memory of family members and friends.

The “Light Up a Life” tree is on display through Dec. 22 in the J.C. Penney Court of the Golden Triangle Mall in Denton.

A paper dove bearing the name of an honoree can be placed on the tree for a $20 donation to Ann’s Haven VNA.  Funds raised from “Light Up a Life” help Ann’s Haven VNA provide hospice services to terminally ill patients and their families in Denton County who lack resources for needed care. 

Donations can be made at the “Light Up a Life” tree or by contacting Ginny Hudson at

940-349-5900 or hudsong@vnatexas.org.

Construction scheduled

Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Reynolds Asphalt and Construction Co. to re-asphalt Milestone Ridge, Oak Creek Estates Dr., Angela Dr., Shuford’s Ct., Beverly Ct., Lee’s Ct., and Rachel’s Ct. Construction was scheduled to begin Monday, Nov. 29 and be completed Wednesday, Dec. 22, weather permitting.

All vehicles need to be removed from the street between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday due to the use of heavy equipment.

Vehicles not removed from the street during the hours of construction are subject to being towed at the owner’s expense.

Homebuyer course scheduled

If you dream of owning a home but need help buying one, come and learn about how to get started. Hosted by the city of Lewisville’s First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, the class is HUD-approved and free. The class will walk potential buyers through the entire home buying process, including getting the loan that's right for the household budget, shopping for a dream home, dealing with credit issues and how to insure and inspect the new home. Professionals from all aspects of the homeownership process are present to answer questions. All students receive free HUD-approved certificates of completion and lunch. Full day attendance is required. There are three classes scheduled, each from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Class dates are: Jan. 8, Feb. 12 and March 12. Classes will be held at the Lewisville Municipal Annex, 1197 W. Main Street.

For information call 972-219-3455

Repairs scheduled

Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Ken-Do Contracting, LP to perform street, sidewalk and driveway approach repairs on Garden Ridge from FM 407 to Valley Ridge Blvd. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, Nov. 29 and be completed by Friday, Jan. 14, weather permitting.

Due to the use of heavy equipment, use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures.

For information call 972-219-3510.

Artists wanted for poster contest

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the Official Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair, the Texas Arts & Crafts Educational Foundation is seeking entries for the Commemorative Poster Contest that thematically celebrate the Fair’s 40-year history of promoting fine arts and crafts in the state.

The contest is now open to artists of any age. The winner will receive a $500 cash award, recognition as the Official Poster Artist of the Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair, 25 posters, a gicleé of the winning artwork and two separate gallery shows in Kerrville.

The Commemorative Poster Contest is sponsored by River’s Edge Gallery.

The application deadline is Jan. 15. Artists of all ages should apply at www.theartoftexas.com.

Funeral preplanning seminar scheduled

Karyn Poe, a pre-arrangement family service counselor, will discuss the importance of planning ahead for funeral arrangements and expenses from 1-3 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane. Attendees will be advised about what steps to take to ensure that they and their families are fully prepared and protected.

For information call 972-874-6165.

City schedules repairs

Lewisville’s street division has contracted with Ken-Do Contracting, LP to perform street and sidewalk repairs on Garden Ridge from Valley Ridge Boulevard to Valley Parkway. Work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, Dec. 8, and be completed by Friday, Feb. 4, weather permitting.

Due to the use of heavy equipment, please use caution when transiting the area. Drivers should expect lane closures.

For information contact the street division at 972-219-3510.

Film festival scheduled

The 4th annual Thin Line Film Fest will be held Feb. 16-20 at the historic Campus Theatre in downtown Denton. As Texas’ only documentary film festival, Thin Line selects the best and newest documentary films from around the world and screens them over five days in February. Thin Line 2010 included premieres such as GasLand, which is just now available on HBO; and other big screenings like The Cove, which won the 2009 Oscar for Best Documentary.

For information contact Joshua Butler, festival director, at 214-727-3567.

Trout stocking to add 5,500 fingerlings to Elm Fork

Texas Parks and Wildlife, in conjunction with the city of Lewisville and the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, will stock the Elm Fork of the Trinity River with more than 5,500 rainbow trout on three dates this winter as part of an ongoing program to boost the fish population and encourage recreational use of the river.

The state will release the fingerlings on three dates – Dec. 17, Jan. 14 and Feb. 18 – below the Lewisville Dam spillway into the river. The fish were raised at Crystal Lake Fisheries in Ava, Montana, and are being transported from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center near Athens, Texas. Actual stocking dates are dependent on weather, so anglers should call the

hatchery at 903-676-2277 to verify.

Trout anglers will need to purchase a $5 freshwater fishing stamp for their valid Texas fishing license in order to catch the trout. Anglers under 17 years of age are not required to have a license or stamp. There is no minimum length limit for trout, but there is a daily bag limit of five.

VAL to host classes

Visual Art League of Lewisville artist Ken Caperton will be giving drawing lessons starting in February at the VAL Gallery. The first class will start the first Sunday in February and every Sunday thereafter in the month. There will be two different classes on a first come basses.

Children ages 9 to 12 will take classes from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The adult class will run from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

To reserve your space, a $20 reservation fee will be needed. The remaining $60 is due on the first day of class. Caperton will accept all payments until classes are full. Only six people will be allowed per class.

For information contact Ken Caperton at artistcape@gmail.com

Lewisville to host Bassmaster Central Open in February

Bassmaster is set to return to Lewisville Lake, kicking off its 2011 season with a Bassmaster Central Open Feb. 24-26. This will be the fifth Bassmaster event held at Lewisville Lake, starting with a Bassmaster Elite 50 event in June 2005 and followed by three Women’s Bassmaster Tour events, including the inaugural WBT event in October 2005. Lewisville Lake also is the annual home to the National Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship and the Big Bass Tour North Texas Classic.

The Lewisville event, hosted by the Lewisville Convention and Visitors Bureau, will be based at Lewisville Lake Park. The final weigh-in on Feb. 26 will be held at Bass Pro Shops in Grapevine. Bass Pro is the series title sponsor. Anglers can register for the event on-line at Bassmaster.com starting Nov. 30. The full 2011 series schedule is available at www.Bassmaster.com.

Group schedules meetings

Widowed men and women will meet at The Golden Corral, 251 N Stemmons Freeway every Saturday at 9 a.m. for breakfast.

For information call 972-353-2066 or 972-539-0630.

Young at Heart schedules meeting

Young at Heart, a group for any senior citizen in the Flower Mound, Highland Village and Lewisville area meets the third Wednesday of each month through May for lunch and a program.

The group needs new retirees 55 and older to participate.

For information call Joy Bunnel at 972-436-0782 or Joann Hanson at 972-724-0208.

Current Rating: 0 of 0 votes!

Rate File: Select Rating: * ** *** ****

 Plano Apartments
 Plano Attorneys
 Plano Auto Dealers
 Plano Auto Parts
 Plano Auto Repair
 Plano Beauty Salons
 Plano Car Rental
 Plano Dentists
 Plano Doctors
 Plano Flowers
 Plano Hotels
 Plano Insurance
 Plano Loans
 Plano Mortgages
 Plano Movers
 Plano Pizza
 Plano Realtors
 Plano Restaurants
 Plano Storage
 Plano Tax Preparation
 Plano Travel
 Featured
 More...