IN THE NEWS

City Offices, Facilities Closures & Trash Collection  
In observance of the Christmas holiday, all City offices, city facilities, and The REC will be closed on Monday, December 25, and Tuesday, December 26. The Grapevine Public Library will be closed Sunday, December 24 through Tuesday, December 26. The REC will be closed Sunday, January 1. All essential services will operate normally. Trash and recycling that is normally collected on Mondays will shift to Tuesday and so-forth for the rest of the week.

Ohio State University Marching Band to Rehearse at Mustang Stadium
The Ohio State University Marching Band will prepare for their 2023 Cotton Bowl performance with rehearsals at Mustang Panther Stadium, 3051 Ira E. Woods Avenue, 76051 on December 27, 28, and 29. Rehearsals are open to the public to watch one of the best college marching bands in the country. The band is famous for its floating and animated formations, script writing, and fast cadence with high knee lifts. The band’s Script Ohio is considered by many to be the most memorable tradition in college band history. Mustang Panther Stadium will be open 20 minutes before each rehearsal and will close 15 minutes after each rehearsal. Additional details may be found at bit.ly/3Qo7KuY. 

REC Aquatic Center (Temporary) Closure – Beginning Monday, January 8
The REC Aquatic Center will be closed for maintenance and re-plastering beginning Monday, January 8. The closure includes the pool, hot tub, and sauna. The improvements will take approximately six to eight weeks to complete.  We appreciate your patience as we conduct these improvements. Please visit GoGrapevine.com for progress updates.  

SAVE THE DATE

MLK Day of Service – Monday, January 15
Join us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for ‘A day on, not a day off.’ On this day, the American people are called upon to engage in public service and promote peaceful social change. In 1994, Congress designated Martin Luther King Jr. Day as the first, and only federal holiday observed as a National Day of Service. Together, we will honor Dr. King's legacy by actively contributing to the betterment of our communities by participating in outdoor community improvement. Please register to volunteer at bit.ly/3RezkG4. Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. 
Date: Monday, January 15 
Time: 9 – 11 am 
Location: Various (you will be notified of location prior to Monday, January 15) 
Ages: All Ages

Daddy Daughter Dance – Friday, January 19 & Saturday, January 20
Get ready to boogie the night away at our groovy disco daddy–daughter dance. Your time will be filled with dancing, music, and themed activities. So, dust off those bell bottoms and put on your dancing shoes because we are taking you back to the seventies! Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of fun. Pricing is per person and space is limited. This event will sell out quickly and tickets will not be available at the door. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit GoGrapevine.com.  
Dates/Times: Friday, January 19; 7 – 9 pm | Saturday, January 20; 11 am – 1 pm, 2 – 4 pm, 5 – 7 pm  
Location: Compass Church, 4201 Pool Road 
Admission: $25/resident | $30/non-resident  
Ages: Girls 2 – 18 years 

CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF TEXAS® EVENTS  

Animated Christmas Double Feature – December 23
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Repelled by the commercialism around him, Charlie Brown tries to find the true meaning of Christmas. 
Frosty The Snowman - A snowman and a little girl struggle to elude a greedy magician who is after the snowman's magic hat. 
Tickets for all showings are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Dates: Saturday, December 23 
Showtime: 11 am 
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street 
Fee: $6  

Classic Christmas Cartoons and Crafts – Through Friday, December 22  
The kids will enjoy Christmas-themed cartoons and crafts all month long. Classics like A Charlie Brown Christmas, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, and many more will be shown throughout the month. The Christmas crafts include ornaments, snowman crafts, reindeer crafts, picture frame magnets, and more. 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). For a complete schedule of cartoons and crafts, and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.    
Dates: December 7 - 8, 11, 14, 18 - 22  
Times: 10 am & 1 pm   
Location: Lancaster Theatre, 300 South Main Street      
Admission: $6/child, $3/adult    

Elf Adventure – Through Saturday, December 23
Explore Grapevine’s enchanting past and join in an Elf Adventure! Experience the Christmas spirit while visiting Historic Grapevine and participating in unique activities. Capture the magic of Christmas and take home your very own handmade projects. For additional activity information and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Dates: Friday, November 24 – Saturday, December 23 
Time: 10 am – 8 pm 
Location: Grapevine Settlement to City Museums, 206 West Hudgins Street 
Fee: $10 for a pass to all activities or $3 for each individual activity. There is no admission fee to the Settlement to City Museums. The adventure does not include a train excursion  

Grapevine Christmas Market – Through December 23  
Shop locally and regionally sourced jewelry, wood turnings, produce, baked goods, local cheese, nuts, gift baskets, and more at this open-air European-style market. For additional information, including dates of operation, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Time: 2 – 9 pm 
Location: Town Square Gazebo, 325 South Main Street     

Christmas Movies at the Palace Theatre  
Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com to purchase tickets to some of your favorite classic Christmas movies.  
Showtimes: Various
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street        
Admission: $6 per person        

Hometown Christmas Exhibit – Through December 30
Experience the charm and spirit of a classic American town preparing for Christmas in this interactive Christmas exhibition. Take a walk down memory lane by visiting Grapevine's Hometown Christmas exhibit! Christmas is a wonderful time of year; the sights, the sounds and the smells make it easy to get swept away in the memories of it all. Grapevine's Hometown Christmas exhibit will have plenty of picture-perfect moments while becoming a holiday must that will delight the kid in all of us! Stroll through vintage vignettes and snap pictures to create Instagrammable memories. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Dates: Through December 30 (except Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day) 
Location: Convention and Visitors Bureau, 636 South Main Street  

Merry Memories Square presented by Texas Health – Through Sunday, January 7
Capture the holiday spirit along Main Street with delightful photo opportunities at Merry Memories Square, sponsored by Texas Health. Located at Town Square Gazebo, this is the spot for some magical Christmas photo opportunities. Pose with a horse and carriage, Christmas trees, presents, and sleighs. While at Merry Memories Square, look for our daily Christmas Advent Calendar. Unveil daily coupons, discounts, and more from our massive advent calendar. Just scan the QR codes for exclusive delights at different businesses on Main Street! For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com.  

Ice Skating at Peace Plaza Ice Rink – Through Sunday, January 7
‘Tis the season to be in the Christmas Capital of Texas®!  Experience the Peace Plaza Ice Rink, presented by Champion Energy Services, and glide across the ice on this Texas sized 4,500-square-foot outdoor ice-skating rink on Historic Main Street. All skate sessions are one-hour with 15-minute breaks (between sessions). For additional information, including hours of operation, and parking information, please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com.   
Dates: Monday, November 20 - Sunday, January 7 
Location: Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station, 815 South Main Street  
Fee: $20 per person (includes skate rentals). Guests are welcome to use their own skates for the same cost.  

UPCOMING EVENTS  

Mid-Cities Strings Performance Ensemble – December 16 
Enjoy a live music performance by the Mid-Cities Strings Performance Ensemble. 
Date: Saturday, December 16 
Time: 2 -?3 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way  

Higher Goals Holiday Basketball Camp – Monday, December 18 – Friday, December 22
Register for Higher Goals Holiday Basketball camp today to elevate your basketball game to new heights! This youth basketball camp offers training in ball handling, shooting skills, defense, and passing. Registration is now open at bit.ly/3T2aAc8. 
Dates:  Monday, December 18 – Friday, 22  
Time:  9 am – 12 pm  
Location:  Colleyville Middle School, 1100 Bogart Drive, Colleyville  
Ages:  7 - 15  
Fee:  $175  

Karate Dance Party – December 20 
Karate Dance Party is a highly interactive live music concert for all ages. 
Date: Wednesday, December 20 
Time: 3?-?4 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way  

Star Wars Trivia – December 23
Test your Star Wars knowledge with us! We welcome individuals or teams of up to four to participate. Gameplay will consist of four rounds totaling 80 questions. Earn your bragging rights!  
Date: Saturday, December 23 
Time: 2?-?3 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way 
Ages: Teens & adults  

December Days of Giving – Through Saturday, December 23  
Get ready for a season of giving at The REC. Each day, through December 23, active members who visit The REC will be entered into to win a $50 gift certificate daily to various businesses and restaurants in Grapevine. Keep moving this holiday season for a chance to win big.  
Dates: Friday, December 1 – Saturday, December 23 
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way  

REC Winter Break Camp – Tuesday, December 26 – Friday, December 29
Spend your winter break at The REC for some holiday fun! Campers will swim in our indoor aquatic center, play in the gym, watch everyone's favorite holiday movies with camp friends, and more. Registration is open at Amelia.com. 
Dates: Tuesday, December 26 – Friday, December 29 
Time: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm 
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way 
Fee: $90 - $100 
Ages: 7 - 12  

Holiday Community Pet Pantry, Free Rabies and Low Cost Pet Vaccines – Saturday, December 30
This holiday season, Grapevine Animal Services is working to help keep pets with the families that love them. Part of that is assisting with the nutritional needs of your pet. We will have an assortment of donated dog food, cat food, and pet care supplies. Additionally, we are offering your furry friends free rabies vaccines and other low cost vaccines. Dogs must be leashed and cats crated. This event is first come, first served. For additional information, please visit GrapevineAnimalServices.org. 
Date: Saturday, December 30 
Time: 10 am – 12pm 
Location: Grapevine Animal Services, 500 Shady Brook Drive 

ECO Talk: Recycling Simplified – Wednesday, January 3 - FREE
Ready to make a positive impact on the environment? Join us for a special lecture by Republic Services. Learn essential guidelines for effective recycling at home and be a part of the solution to reduce waste and contamination. Register to attend this free lecture at bit.ly/3NfcT7X. 
Date: Wednesday, January 3 
Time: 7 – 8 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way 
Fee: Free 
Ages: All Ages  

Grapevine Baseball & Softball Spring Registration Now Open  
Registration for the spring season of Grapevine Baseball & Softball begins December 1. Register in December and receive early bird pricing. Registration will begin closing in February as divisions fill up. For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com/GBS.  

City Council Meetings/Agendas    
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