CALENDAR
May 5-7
Southwest Cattle Dog Trials-Events Center 301 Wilbarger, Vernon, Texas 76384. Need tips for your cattle dog or just interested in how they’re trained? Visit the Southwest Cattle Dog Trials May 5-7. For questions call 940-552-7362.
May 6-7
19th Annual SPRING FARM EQUIPMENT & HORSE Auction- Hagansport, Texas. Saturday 10 a.m. equipment sale. Sunday 9 a.m. Cowboy Church Service, 10 a.m. horse auction. For more information call 903-632-5458 or email [email protected].
May 6
Spring Consignment Auction – Warren-Heugatter Farm & Ranch Consignment Auction-201 Fairview Rd., Milsap, Texas 76066. To consign please call Virgil Warren at 817-821-0351 or Chris Schofield at 817-682-5374 or John Griffin at 940-366-1330. For upcoming sales watch the website at www.ahauctions.net.
May 6
Askey Farm Festival-1305 Co. Rd. 4530, Decatur, TX. Come out 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and enjoy the beautiful May day at Askey Farm. For questions call 940-389-5775.
May 6, 13, 20
Denton County Market-Denton County Historic Park, 317 W Mulberry St., Denton, TX 76201. The Denton Community Market has become a regular Saturday ritual for many visitors and it continues to gain importance in the community and region Everything is locally produced and is sold by the makers themselves. You can ask questions about how the produce is grown, how other agricultural products are produced, and how artisan products are made. The Denton Community Market also features live music each week. Denton is known for its music scene, and the market reflects this unique asset. There will be plenty of family-friendly activities, from children’s crafts and learning activities, to yoga classes for kids only and also for adults. The Market will be on Saturdays through Nov. 25, 9 a.m to 1 p.m. at the Historical Park of Denton County. For more information call Denton Community Market at 940-268-4326.
May 6
Spring Fling-Leonard Park, 1000 W. California St., Gainesville, TX 76240. Come out and enjoy the Spring Fling 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
May 6
Iron Skillet Country Craft Show-2001 Santa Fe Dr., Petro Parking Lot in front of Iron Skillet, Weatherford, TX. Event benefits the Sanctified Hope Home for Women. All crafters are invited to show their wares. More info on renting space will be posted on the Iron Skillet Facebook page. Currently, there are a jewelry vendor, candle vendor, furniture and various crafters interested in coming. 10X10 space outside is $25, inside space is $35. Extras available include electricity and tables. Event times are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please contact Virginia at 817 757-2750 or visit the Facebook page Iron Skillet Weatherford for updates.
May 6
Doan’s Crossing Celebration and Picnic-Doan’s Store, County Road 111 N., Vernon, Texas 76384. Main event of the day is the coronation of a Picnic Queen and King at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch. Activities wane thereafter. For questions call 940-369-5200.
May 6
THE 142ND RUNNING OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY-Dan’s Silverleaf, 103 Industrial St., Denton, TX 76201. Bust out your Sunday best a day early for the 142nd Running of The Kentucky Derby at Dan’s Silverleaf starting at 5:30 p.m. There are few American sporting events with the history and popularity of the Kentucky Derby. It’s rich traditions – sipping a mint julep, donning a beautiful hat, and joining fellow race fans in singing “My Old Kentucky Home” – transcend the Kentucky Derby from just a sporting event, making it a celebration of southern culture and a true icon of Americana. For more information call Dan’s Silverleaf 940-320-2000.
May 11, 19, 25
TWILIGHT TUNES CONCERT SERIES-Downtown Denton Courthouse on the Square, 110 W Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201. The Twilight Tunes Concert Series is back Each Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. through June 29 come down to the courthouse lawn to enjoy live, local music. Thursday Twilight Tunes is a free concert series. Call 940-367-7321 for more info.
