IN THE NEWS
Veterans Day Parade and Fair – This Saturday, November 6 - FREE
Salute military veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Veterans and citizens are invited to experience this meaningful day, celebrating our country’s military servicemen and women. This year’s parade will honor and give thanks to those who have been presented a Purple Heart Medal for their selfless sacrifices and commendable actions. Purple Heart recipient, Vietnam veteran, Eric Newton, will serve as the parade’s Grand Marshal. Newton served as an armored vehicle driver with the 11th Armored Cavalry in 1968 - 1969 and received his medal for wounds sustained on November 26, 1968. Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, 24th Congressional District, will be presenting a Vietnam War Commemoration and a Congressional Veteran Commendation. Time: 10 am
Location: Begins at West Hudgins Street, travels north along Main Street and ends at East Wall Street.
The Veterans Day Fair will be hosted by VFW Post 10454 Grapevine and the City of Grapevine. There will be more than 15 organizations in attendance providing veteran services, programs, and benefits. Attendees will enjoy live music performed by Guitars for Heroes, an all-veteran band that is part of the Wounded Warrior Project. View military vehicles, enjoy great food from AMBUCS, and The Elks Lodge, participate in activities, and much more. For additional information regarding the parade and fair, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Location: Behind Town Square Gazebo, 115 East Worth Street
ParkGv.comWe are pleased to share our new interactive historic downtown parking map available on any web browsing device. This map is updated regularly and reveals available public parking lots in historic downtown Grapevine. Visit ParkGv.com whether driving or walking historic Main Street for the quickest access to our available public parking.
New Businesses Opening This Month
Shop, Wine, Dine & Explore Grapevine! View a listing of new businesses opening in Grapevine this month at bit.ly/3jZxBK9.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Lakeside Cinema – This Friday, November 5
Let’s get into the spirit with a drive-in style Lakeside Cinema. Drive into the holidays with a showing of The Nightmare Before Christmas at Meadowmere Park! Mark your calendars for this fun, family flick. Spots are first-come, first-served, and are limited. Additional information is available at GoGrapevine.com. Date: Friday, November 5
Times: Gates open at 6 pm; movie begins at 7 pm
Location: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane
Ages: All
Fee: $10 (park entry free – per car)
Friday Night Date Night at The Palace – This Friday, November 5
It Happened One Night - A spoiled heiress, running away from her family, is helped by a man who is a reporter in need of a juicy story. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Starring Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert & Walter Connolly
Date: Friday, November 5
Times: 7:30 pm
Location: Historic Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $6 per person
Grapevine Public Library Events - FREE
After-School Hangout for Teens Fall Session
Thursday, November 4 - Jackbox games are back by popular demand
Thursday, November 11 - Do you love to doodle? Let’s turn those old CDs into beautiful, recycled works of art when you create your very own piece of CD Scratch Art.
This program is for anyone in middle or high school. No registration is needed.
Time: 4:30 – 6 pm
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Sunday, November 7 - Teen Think Tank
Meet in the Teen Zone to brainstorm program ideas, come up with new volunteer projects, share book recommendations, and talk about books, both new releases and old favorites. One volunteer service hour is earned for attending.
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Monday, November 8 - Game Night
Join us as we celebrate International Games Week with a Board Game Night. We will be sharing some new games that are available for check out. In addition, we will be playing multiplayer card games, party games, and solo games.
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Library Café for Adults – Every Thursday Morning
All adults are invited to join the library team for mindful coloring, engaging puzzles, conversation, coffee, and snacks. No registration needed.
Time: 10:15 – 11:45 am
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Anime Club – Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month
Teens are invited to come learn about the world of Anime and Manga. A variety of worldwide snacks will be served.
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Butterfly Garden: Build it and They Will Come - Tuesday, November 9
Certified master gardener, Mary Lou Brieger, will be sharing her extensive knowledge about cultivating a beautiful and beneficial butterfly garden. Join us and learn great tips to make your own garden grow.
Time: 7 - 8 pm
Location: 1201 Municipal Way
Skills & Trades Weekend – Friday, November 5 & Saturday, November 6
Engage in 19th century skills and trades of early Grapevine. There will be two sessions at two separate locations for these events. Tickets and more information are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Friday, November 5
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Ages: 3+ years
Fee: $3 per person
Saturday, November 6
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Settlement to City Museums, 206 West Hudgins Street
Ages: 3+ years
Fee: $5 per person
Classic Thanksgiving Cartoon & Craft - Tuesday, November 9 Your little bears will have a great time watching Winnie the Pooh: Seasons of Giving while crafting a Wreath of Thanks. The children’s ticket includes a craft activity, a small popcorn, and a beverage (juice box or bottled water). The adult’s ticket includes a beverage (juice box or bottled water). Please purchase tickets at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Tuesday, November 9
Times: 10 am
Location: Lancaster Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: Child ticket: $6; Adult ticket: $3
Active Adult Bridge Class – Every Tuesday & Friday in November
Brush up on a card game favorite and put your technique and strategy to work. This friendly class invites everyone to join the fun in a game that assists in maintaining mental sharpness, improving reasoning skills, and long and short-term memory.
Dates: Tuesdays & Fridays in November
Time: 10 – 11 am (Tuesdays) & 1 – 3 pm (Fridays)
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Ages: 55+ years
Fee: Free
The Block DFW Dance Classes – Tuesdays in November
Grapevine Parks and Recreation introduces The Block DFW to the roster of children’s dance and movement programs. The Block DFW believes in an atmosphere of respect, kindness, cooperation, and community. They pride themselves on making their dancers feel known and valued while helping dancers grow as artists and individuals. The Block DFW will host a variety of classes on Tuesdays for children ages 10 months to five years old. Please register at GoGrapevine.com. Days: Tuesdays in November
Time: Varies
Location: The Vine Arts & Events Center, 225 West Worth Street
Ages: 10 months – 5 years
Fee: Varies
Grapevine Vintage Railroad Tahwahkarro Creek Excursion – Saturdays through November 20
Enjoy a one-hour ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. This excursion also includes the “Great Train Heist”, an interactive performance with Cotton Belt Special Agents in hot pursuit of a couple of notorious train robbers. Please visit Tickets.GrapevineTicketLine.com for additional information. Dates: Saturdays through November 20 (excluding Saturday, October 30)
Time: 11 am (boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure)
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee/per person: (varies by class) $10 Economy Class, $11 Touring Class & $12 First Class
33rd Annual Carol of Lights – Monday, November 22 – FREE
Rediscover the magic of Christmas as we illuminate Historic Downtown Grapevine with or annual Carol of Lights, presented by Kona Ice, and Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck. The season will kick-off in the Christmas Capital of Texas® with live performances (including performances by Eclipse 6, CHHS Panteras and the GHS Fabulous Fillies), a spectacle of lights, and breathtaking fireworks at City Hall. Embrace the greatest time of the year with family-friendly activities such as photos with live reindeer, creating seasonal crafts, and savoring tasty food. Free seating and standing room will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. This year, we will have additional viewing screens, activities, and food vendors. For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com. Date: Monday, November 22
Time: Activities begin at 4 pm; show begins at 7 pm
Location: Grapevine City Hall, 200 South Main Street
Grapevine Urban Wine Trail Celebrate fall with a stroll along Historic Main Street and experience Grapevine’s vibrant Urban Wine Trail at your leisure. Seven wine tasting rooms along the Urban Wine Trail offer daily wine tastings and special events throughout the year. From strong and bold Texas red wines to crisp and clean Texas white wines, you will find a variety of favorite taste sensations. Visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for more information.
Participating Grapevine Winery Tasting Rooms include: Times: Vary by participating location
Grapevine Vintage Railroad Cotton Belt Route to Historic Stockyards Excursion – Saturdays & Sundays Through November 21
Join the fun on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Cotton Belt Route excursion to the Historic Stockyards! Help solve a whodunit onboard this special excursion featuring the “Great Train Heist”, an interactive performance with Cotton Belt Special Agents in hot pursuit of a couple of notorious train robbers. To purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com. Days/Dates: Saturdays & Sundays through November 21 (excluding Saturday, October 30)
Time: 12:50 pm (Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure)
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: (varies by class) $18 - $26/person
Grapevine Craft Beverage Tour
The Grapevine Craft Beverage Tour is an opportunity for locals and visitors to discover Grapevine’s local craft beverage scene, including fine Texas wines, craft brews, handcrafted ciders, locally brewed coffees, handcrafted Texas whiskies, craft sodas, and more. Pick up a Passport at the Grapevine Visitor Information Center, 636 South Main Street, (or at any participating location) and enjoy a beverage with friends at any participating location to receive a Passport sticker. Once a minimum of nine stickers have been obtained, submit your Passport to the Grapevine Visitor Information Center to receive an exclusive Grapevine Craft Beverage Tour t-shirt (while supplies last). Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for a full list of participating locations. Dates: Currently running while supplies last
Time: Varies by participating location
Location: Various locations throughout Grapevine
Fee: The Passport is FREE but beverage purchases are required at participating locations.
Fall Sunset Series at the Grapevine Observation Tower
Celebrate the splendor of the setting sun this fall from 12 stories high! Visit the Grapevine Observation Tower through October 31 to experience the Fall Sunset Series. The Observation Tower offers spectacular 360-degree sunset views over historic Grapevine and across the Fort Worth and Dallas skylines. On Thursday evenings, enjoy free music on Peace Plaza after your tour. Private bookings are also available. Contact the Visitor Information Center at 817.410.3189 or email GVMVC@GrapevineTexasUSA.com. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Dates: Thursdays or Fridays through October 31
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Grapevine Observation Tower, 815 South Main Street
Fee: $3 per person
Join The Aquatics Team
The REC is currently hiring part-time indoor lifeguards. Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring patron and swimmer safety. In addition, they assist pool management in developing strategies leading to the accomplishment of division goals. Apply today at GovernmentJobs.com and an aquatic coordinator will contact applicants regarding interviewing and certification.
Grapevine Main Station Guided Group Tours – Every Weekend
A Grapevine visitor concierge will escort you and/or your group and will provide an overview of Grapevine Main Station's features, including Harvest Hall, Peace Plaza, and the observation tower. Talking points include an informational overview of the town's history and art scene. Once in the tower, our knowledgeable tour guides will describe points of interest in Grapevine and the DFW Metroplex from 125 feet in the air. To purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTicketline.com. Days: Thursday – Sunday
Times: 10:30 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm & 2 pm
Location: Grapevine Main Station, 815 South Main Street
Fee: $3 per person
City Council Meetings/Agendas
View Grapevine City Council meeting agendas and City Council meetings via live video stream or on demand at GrapevineTexas.gov.
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