IN THE NEWS
Kimball Avenue Reconstruction Began Today
Today, the City of Grapevine, along with Tarrant County and the City of Southlake, began the reconstruction of Kimball from Dove to the entrance of Meadowmere. The project is expected to be complete by November 18. During this time, we ask that you utilize alternate routes when possible, as there may be delays and intermittent closures associated with the work. The best access to Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane will be Silvercrest Lane or Lonesome Dove Road during this reconstruction project. We apologize for any inconvenience as we work towards returning Kimball to first class condition.
Trunk or Treat: “Not All Heroes Wear Capes” Saturday, October 29 - FREE
The Grapevine Police Department and Community Outreach Center cordially invites you to a public safety Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 29, from 5 – 8 pm in the front parking lot of Mustang Panther Stadium, 2909 Ira E Woods Avenue. Trunk or Treat will include family-friendly Halloween decorations, candy, giveaways, and games. The Grapevine Police Department and Grapevine Fire Department will also have apparatus on display, including police vehicles, motorcycles, and fire trucks. This is a family-friendly event and a chance for the community to get-to-know us better. Entry is free for everyone but, please, pre-register for this event at GoGrapevineTickets.com to help us keep an accurate count of attendees.
El Departamento de Policía de Grapevine y el Centro Comunitario lo invitan cordialmente a un Trunk or Treat de seguridad pública el sábado 29 de octubre de 5p.m. hasta 8 p.m. en el estacionamiento del frente del Mustang Panther Stadium, 2909 Ira E Woods Avenue. Trunk or Treat incluirá decoraciones de Halloween para toda la familia, dulces, obsequios y juegos. El Departamento de Policía de Grapevine y el Departamento de Bomberos de Grapevine también exhibirán vehículos policiales, motocicletas y camiones de bomberos. Este es un evento familiar y una oportunidad para que la comunidad nos conozca mejor. La entrada es gratuita para todos, pero, por favor, regístrese previamente para este evento en GoGrapevineTickets.com para ayudarnos a mantener un recuento preciso de los asistentes.
Grapevine Recycles Day 2022 – Saturday, October 29
Our Environmental team will host their annual recycling/reuse and paper shredding event inviting Grapevine residents to have documents shredded and to properly recycle other materials at no charge.
Note: Attendees may experience significant wait times during this event due to the number of residents expected to attend.
To view a listing of acceptable items, and additional details, please visit GrapevineTexas.gov or call the Environmental Services Division at 817.410.3330. Date: Saturday, October 29
Time: 8 – 11:30 am
Location: Municipal Service Center, 501 Shady Brook Drive (directly across from the Animal Shelter)
Drug Take-Back and Data Shredding – This Saturday, October 29
This Saturday, October 29 the Grapevine Police Department will be collecting unwanted and expired prescription medications in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Agency in the front parking lot of the Public Safety Building located at 1007 Ira E. Woods Avenue beginning at 10 am until 2 pm. The purpose of Drug Take-Back is to help prescription drug abuse and accidental overdoses in the United States by eliminating the unnecessary storage of these unwanted and expired medications. The majority of prescription drug abusers say they get their drugs from friends and family, including from the home medicine cabinet. Drug Take-Back is a unique opportunity for Americans to protect their homes and medicine cabinets from theft and abuse.
Complimentary on-site data shredding services will also be available at this event. Data shredding offers a safe and complimentary way to dispose of any unwanted documents, aiding in minimizing potential identity theft.
Date: Saturday, October 29
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: Public Safety Building (parking lot), 1007 Ira E. Woods Avenue
Early Voting for the November 8 Election Runs Through Friday, November 4
Early voting for midterm elections began Monday, October 24 and will run through Friday, November 4. Tarrant County residents can vote at any polling location in Tarrant County. The Early Voting polling location in Grapevine will be at the Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way.
Early Voting Hours:
Monday, October 24 – Friday, October 28: 8 am – 5 pm
Saturday, October 29: 7 am – 7 pm
Sunday, October 30: 10 am – 4 pm
Monday, October 31 – Friday, November 4: 7 am – 7 pm
You may locate your nearest polling location and view your sample ballot at the links below.
OTHER HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Witches Brew Train – Friday, October 28
Celebrate Halloween onboard the Witches Brew Train. Your purchase includes individually portioned food items, two complimentary glasses of Texas craft brew served in a souvenir mug and a spooky good time during the two-hour experience. Additional brew will be available for purchase. Tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Date: Friday, October 28
Time: 7 pm
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $40 per person
Ages: 21+
Bewitched by the Barn – Friday, October 28
Join us at the barn for tales of old. Enjoy popcorn and cider!
Date: October 28
Time: 7 – 9 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $5 per person
Trick or Treat Train – Saturday, October 29
Come celebrate Halloween with a trip back in time on board the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Trick ‘R Treat Trains! Tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Date: Saturday, October 29
Time: 9:30 & 11:30 am, 1:30 pm
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $16.00 per person
Frankenstein at the Palace - Saturday, October 29
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $6 per person
The Bride of Frankenstein
Mary Shelley reveals the main characters of her novel survived. Dr. Frankenstein, goaded by an even madder scientist, builds his monster a mate.
Time: 4 pm
Young Frankenstein
An American grandson of the infamous scientist struggles to prove his grandfather was not insane. When invited to Transylvania, he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body.
Time: 7:30 pm
Trick-or-Treat the Library - Monday, October 31
Grab a map at the front desk and make your way through the library's trick-or-treat, game, and craft stations. Costumes are encouraged!
Date: Monday, October 31
Time: 3 - 7 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, Teen Zone, 1201 Municipal Way
UPCOMING EVENTS
ECO Talk: The State of Recycling - Tonight, October 26
Has the local rate of recycling improved? How has the nation adapted to China’s ban on some plastic imports? Republic Services Municipal Services Manager Jeri Harwell will provide answers and discuss what is truly recyclable along with more industry news. Registration is open at KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org. Date: Wednesday, October 26
Time: 7 – 8 pm
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Fall Music Series at Grapevine Main – Friday, October 28 - FREE
Located on the Plaza directly outside of Harvest Hall, guests are invited to enjoy food from six chef-inspired global kitchens as well as specialty crafted cocktails and performances by some of the best local artists and bands in the metroplex!
Date: Friday, October 28
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: 215 East Dallas Road
Softball Freeze Out Men’s Adult League – Registration Open Through Monday, November 14
BRAVE the COLD! The Freeze Out League is a five-week league where teams play thirty-minute double headers and start each at bat with a two strike and three ball count. It's not too late to register your team. Registration is open through Monday, November 14. Wednesday games begin November 30 and run through January 18 for men's E/D divisions. Hope to see you out at the fields this winter! Register your team at GoGrapevine.com. Game Dates: Wednesday evenings, November 30 through January 18
(excluding December 21 & 28)
Location: Oak Grove Baseball Complex, 2520 Oak Grove Park Road South
Thanksgiving Food Drive at The REC - Tuesday, November 1 – Friday, November 18
Show your support for the community. Donate canned or dry goods at The REC and receive a guest pass each time you donate (based on donation - not number of items included in donation). Food collected will be donated to GRACE Grapevine.
Dates: Tuesday, November 1 – Friday, November 18
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Living with Diabetes Lunch and Learn – Wednesday, November 2 - FREE
Valora Medical Group and Tarrant County Public Health presents Living with Diabetes. Learn about glucose monitoring, A1C testing, carb counting and more. Please register at GoGrapevine.com by Monday, October 31 and receive a free lunch.
Date: November 2 Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Location The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Fee: FREE
Grapevine Baseball Softball Santa Cops Toy Drive – November 5, 6, 12 & 13
GBS is partnering with the Grapevine Police Department’s Santa Cops program the first two weekends in November. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to any GBS game November 5, 6, 12 & 13 to donate to families in need throughout the community. Through this program, Christmas wishes are fulfilled to over 800 area children each year. For additional information on the Santa Cops program, please visit GrapevineTexas.gov. Dates: November 5, 6, 12 & 13
Location: Oak Grove Baseball Fields, 2520 Oak Grove Loop South
Carol of Lights Volunteers Needed - Monday, November 21
Volunteer with us on Monday, November 21 at the annual Carol of Lights street lighting celebration in downtown Grapevine. Volunteers, ages 14 and older are needed to help with crafts, photo opportunities, inflatables, games, and other fun family activities. Register today at GoGrapevine.com/Volunteer. Date: Monday, November 21
Time: 3 – 9:30 pm
Location: Grapevine Main Street
Higher Goals Holiday Basketball Camps – November, December & January
Grapevine is partnering with Higher Goals to offer youth basketball camps during November, December, and January! These camps, open to boys and girls of all skill levels, are going to be action-packed with fundamental drills and skills improvement. Registration is now open at https://bit.ly/3RRb0Og. Dates: November 21 - 23, December 26 – 30 & January 2 - 5
Time: 9 am – 12 pm | Check-in begins at 8:30 am
Locations: November – Heritage Middle School | December & January – Grapevine Faith High School
Ages: 6 - 15
Fee: Varies by session
Art Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour and celebrate the public art of Grapevine. With over 20 stops along Historic Main Street, visitors will discover an extensive and impressive bronze collection and murals. Guides will point out hidden gems and new art discoveries during the tour. Afterwards, stop by one of the seven fine art galleries or working studios, all within walking distance. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com to purchase tickets and for additional information. Dates: Ongoing
Times: Various
Location: Visitor Information Center, 815 South Main Street
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City Council Meetings/Agendas
View Grapevine City Council meeting agendas and City Council meetings via live video stream or on demand at GrapevineTexas.gov.