IN THE NEWS

City Facility Closures in Observance of Independence Day  
In observance of Independence Day, all City offices, the Grapevine Public Library, and The REC will be closed on Friday, July 4. Trash and recycling collection will not be interrupted. All essential services will operate normally.  We hope you all enjoy a safe and memorable holiday.  

43rd Annual July 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza – Friday, July 4 
Join us as we CELEBRATE America's 249th Birthday on Friday, July 4, with our annual July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza over Grapevine Lake! Fireworks will launch from Oak Grove Soccer Complex, so grab your seats early. The show begins at 9:30 pm and features brilliant 8" shells lighting up the night sky. Enhance your experience by streaming the synchronized patriotic music at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Enjoy the show from parks, the beach or by boat - park entry is $20 per vehicle on July 4. 

Suggested Viewing Locations: 
Oak Grove Park, Rockledge Park, Katie’s Woods Park, Oak Grove Soccer Complex, Oak Grove Baseball & Softball Complexes, Silver Lake Park, and Hotel Vin/Grapevine Main Station Garage. All lake parks will CLOSE once at capacity! Arrive early to secure your spot. 

VOTE for GrapeFest® 
GrapeFest® has been nominated for the Best Wine Festival, as part of USA TODAY 10BEST’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Please VOTE daily! You may do so from multiple devices (your work computer, laptop, at home computers, cell phone, etc.) each day until July 21.  Please ask friends and family to vote and please share the link to vote on your social media platforms.   

Over the next four weeks, USA TODAY 10BEST readers will be voting on their favorites, once per day, until ballots close on Monday, July 21 at 11:59am EDT. The top 10 winners, as ranked by USA TODAY 10BEST readers, will be announced on Wednesday, July 30 at noon EDT.  Please cast your votes for GrapeFest®. 

Upcoming Fairway Drive Road Closure - Beginning Monday, July 7
We are undertaking enhancements to Fairway Drive in partnership with TxDOT—this means fully removing the existing roadway between Highway 26 and the Grapevine Lake dam and installing a new road and trail. To complete this project, a portion of Fairway Drive will close to through traffic for approximately six months, beginning Monday, July 7. A detour map is shown below and may also be viewed at bit.ly/4nj8jG5. 

Key changes will include: 
• New Roundabout Installation: 
The current intersection at Cowboys Golf Club and Silver Lake Marina will be replaced with a roundabout to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion. 
• Enhanced Access to Marina and Golf Course: 
These improvements will significantly enhance motorist safety for those entering or exiting the Silver Lake Marina and Cowboys Golf Club, reducing conflict points and easing navigation. 
• All-New 10-Foot-Wide Hard Surface Trail:  
Stretching about 0.45 miles, the new 10’ wide trail will connect the existing Links Trail (off Highway 26) all the way to Marina Drive. Perfect for walking, biking, and enjoying the outdoors. 

Partial Temporary Roadway Closure (Nash Street) – Through July 9 
Nash Street will remain closed between Municipal Way and Jean Street for necessary utility work between 9 am and 3 pm, daily, through Wednesday, July 9. The REC Center driveways will remain open 

Birth Certificates Available at City Hall 
If your child was born in Texas, and you need their birth certificate to enroll in school, to register for sports, to obtain a passport, to name just a few reasons, certificates can be purchased in the City Secretary’s Office located in City Hall at 200 South Main Street. Long form certificates for children born in Grapevine or abstract certificates for children born anywhere in the State are $23. Parents will need to show proper identification. View additional information at https://bit.ly/44bmzJy

New Businesses Opening in Grapevine
Shop, Wine Dine & Explore Grapevine! Summer is here, and with it a bunch of new businesses designed to help you make the most of longer days! Whether you need a fresh haircut, a new roof, or a rental instrument to keep those orchestra skills sharp over the break, these new vendors have you covered across Grapevine. Visit a listing of new businesses opening in Grapevine at bit.ly/3ZExhFI.  

UPCOMING EVENTS

Grapevine Cornet Band - Red, White and Brass Concert – Saturday, July 5 
Celebrate Independence Day with the Grapevine Cornet Band during Red, White and Brass. Enjoy a rousing selection of songs from the mid-1800s to early 1900s that will stir your spirit and make you proud to be an American. Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for additional information and to purchase tickets. 
Date: Saturday, July 5 
Time: 2 pm 
Location: Palace Arts Center, 300 South Main Street  
Fee: $6 per person 

Summer Splash Bash at Peace Plaza – Sunday, July 6 – Sunday, July 27 - FREE 
Cool off at Peace Plaza with splash pads, bounce houses, a DJ, and more. This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to beat the heat and spend quality time with your loved ones this summer. This event is perfect for families with young children who are looking for a fun way to spend their Sunday afternoons.   
Dates: Sunday afternoons, July 6 – July 27 
Time: 5 - 8 pm  
Location: Peace Plaza, 815 South Main Street  

Post July 4th Clean-Up – Monday, July 7
You are invited to bring the family to pitch in and help restore our parks and greenspaces after the July 4th holiday. Removing the litter will ensure Grapevine Lake and its shores are litter free and are safe spaces for plants and wildlife. Please visit KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org/LitterEndsWithUs. to register.  
Date: Monday, July 7   
Time: 8 - 10 am 
Location: Grapevine Area Parks   
Ages: 14+ years

Teen Summer Event: Sewing Classes – Two Opportunities - FREE 
We are offering two opportunities to take this hands-on, two-part, sewing class designed for tweens and teens who are new to sewing or want to build on their basic skills. Please note, both sessions are two classes each. Both sessions is the same class repeated. Space is limited and registration is required.  
Sessions & Registration: July 9 & 16 – Grapevine.libcal.com | July 23 & 30 – Grapevine.libcal.com 
Time: 2 - 3 pm 
Location - Grapevine Public Library Esports Academy, 1201 Municipal Way 
Fee: Free 
Ages: Tweens and teens entering 6th grade + 

Core Ignition with Coach Nat – Thursday, July 3 – Thursday, July 24 
Fire up your core in just 30 minutes! This high-intensity class is designed to strengthen, sculpt, and stabilize your midsection with dynamic, core-focused movements. With Coach Nat leading the charge, you’ll power through challenging circuits that push your endurance and build serious strength. No fluff. No wasted time. Just high-energy, results-driven training in a supportive environment! Registration is open at bit.ly/4jP1mto.
Dates: Thursdays, July 3 – July 24 
Time: 4 - 4:30 pm 
Location: The REC, Exercise Room B, 175 Municipal Way 
Ages: 13+ 
Fee: $40 Member / $50 Non-member

All Tracks Lead to Grapevine: A Dinosaur Experience – through Sunday, August 31
Calling all dino enthusiasts! Join us as Grapevine transforms into a prehistoric paradise this Summer. "All Tracks Lead to Grapevine", features interactive and educational exhibits at the Tower Gallery, Grapevine Vintage Railroad's "Dinos on the Tracks" and soaring through time at the Observation Tower and at the Grapevine Public Library. The Historic Palace Theatre is getting in on the fun with dinosaur-themed movies on Thursdays throughout the summer. Find special dino toys, treats, and even some dino swag while perusing the locally owned shops. Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for all the summer dinosaur adventures.

Higher Goals Basketball Camp – Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11
Children will have the opportunity to elevate their basketball game to new heights by registering for Higher Goals Basketball Camp. This youth basketball camp will be filled with training in ball handling, shooting skills, rebounding, passing, and defensive footwork. Please visit GoGrapevine.com to register.   
Date: Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11    
Time: 9 am – 12 pm    
Location: Grapevine Middle School, 301 Pony Parkway
Fee: $175 full camp registration | $40 per day for drop-ins   
Ages: 7 - 15 years   

Outdoor Adventures Camp – Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11 
Ready for the ultimate summer adventure? Teens, dive into a week of non-stop action: swim, paddle, tube, and tackle the WhoaZone floating obstacle course on Grapevine Lake. Enjoy adrenaline-pumping paintball, group games, hiking, and more! All gear is included. For full details, please visit GoGrapevine.com/OutdoorAdventures. 
Dates: - July 7 - 11 
Location: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane 
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
Ages: 13 - 15 years old 
Fee: $175  

STEM Saturday: Wildlife on the Move Live Animal Program – Saturday, July 12 - FREE
Special Guest "Wildlife on the Move" will present a program of live animals and share information about their Amazing Animal Adaptations! 
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025 
Time: 11 am - 12 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way

The REC Excursion Camps – The Ultimate Summer Adventure! – July 14 – 18 & July 28 – August 1
Looking for a week packed with fun, friends, and unforgettable field trips? Join us for REC Excursion Camps with daily adventures designed to keep kids active and entertained. Please visit bit.ly/44aWVTQ for additional information and to register. 
Dates: Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18 | Monday, July 28 – Friday, August 1 
Times: Vary based on activity 
Drop-Off & Pick-Up Locations: Varies based on activity 
Ages: 9-13 years old 
Fee: $190 Member | $200 Non-member

6th Annual Paws and Pastries - Saturday, July 19 - FREE
Calling all dog moms and dads! Have a PAWsome morning of summer fun with your furry friend at the 6th Annual Paws and Pastries. This event will be packed with amazing vendors, groovy music, tasty food, and of course adorable dogs galore. Please visit GoGrapevine.com for additional information. Date: Saturday, July 19  
Time: 7:30 - 10:30 am   
Location: The Bark Park at Bear Creek Park, Texas 360 Service Road 

Park Ambassador Volunteer Program 
Our parks are enjoyed by thousands of guests all year long. Park Ambassadors play a crucial role in enhancing the visitor experience, boosting environmental education, and promoting the “Litter Ends with Us” campaign. We are looking for volunteers to share their appreciation for the natural environment with our visitors at Oak Grove Park. Volunteers help create a great visitor experience while promoting environmental education. Training, materials, and equipment will be provided. Registration is open at GoGrapevine.com. For additional information, please contact Cindy Harris. 
Dates/Times: TBD  
Location: Oak Grove Park, 2520 Dove Loop Road

Christmas in July – Friday, July 25 
Get ready for a splash of holiday cheer at Pleasant Glade Pool. We are turning up the festive spirit during our Christmas in July event. Enjoy crafts, themed activities, food trucks, and of course, plenty of Christmas music to get you in the spirit. This is the perfect way to beat the summer heat with a merry celebration for the entire family. All ages welcome!  
Date: Friday, July 25 
Time: 6 – 8 pm  
Location: Pleasant Glade Pool, 1805 Hall Johnson Road  
Fees: Season Pass Holders – FREE | Grapevine resident - $2 | Non-resident - $4   

Summer Swimming Lessons – July 
Make a splash this summer with swimming lessons at Dove Waterpark, The REC Aquatic Center, or Pleasant Glade Pool! We’re offering group and private lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner learning the basics or an advanced swimmer looking to perfect your technique. Our certified instructors are here to guide every step of the way! For additional information and to register, please visit Summer Swim Lessons - GoGrapevine 

Ace Your Summer with Youth Tennis & Pickleball Camp – through August  
Whether your young athlete is picking up a paddle for the first time or refining their rally, we have the perfect camp for every age group and skill level. Join us on the courts for exciting, active learning. Please visit bit.ly/4mVYY6Q for additional camp information and to register.  

Summer Movie Series – Every Tuesday & Wednesday through July 30 
The Palace Theatre proudly presents family-friendly summer movies every Tuesday and Wednesday morning. For a complete list of movies, dates, and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.  
Days: Tuesdays & Wednesdays through July 30       
Time: 10 am       
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street        
Fee: $5 per person   

New This Summer: Adaptive Art & Dance Classes 
Get ready to unleash your creativity! Adaptive Art Classes are starting this summer, offering a welcoming space for adults with special needs to explore drawing, sculpture, acrylic painting, and watercolor. Hosted by Studio Art House, these classes encourage self-expression in a supportive environment. Registration is open to Grapevine residents and Club All-Access members through May 31. Open to everyone – May 8 through May 31. Please register at GoGrapevine.com/AdaptiveRec 

Also, introducing Adaptive Fusion Dance! This brand-new class blends dance styles, techniques, and music, while embracing inclusivity for all abilities. Whether you use a wheelchair, need movement adaptations, or prefer mental breaks, this class celebrates every dancer. Classes begin June 5. Registration will open in May. Don’t miss this chance to create, move, and connect. Please register at GoGrapevine.com/AdaptiveFusionDance 

Job Opportunities 
Bring the energy, bring the fun! Grapevine Parks and Recreation is searching for enthusiastic individuals ready to work in an exciting and rewarding environment. Explore various career opportunities and start an adventure that is as fun as it is rewarding. For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com/Careers 

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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