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This Weekend in Denton County: Blues Festival, Luxury Estates, Art Galleries, and More!
🌟 Discover What’s Happening Around Denton County This Weekend!
Happy Thursday, Denton County!
This week’s newsletter features some of Denton County’s most adoptable pets looking for their forever homes, a stunning luxury estate on Lake Grapevine, and the PDNB Gallery’s 30th anniversary "Going Home" exhibition. We also have the latest on the I-35W construction overnight detour and details on the upcoming Denton Blues Festival at Quakertown Park. Thanks to your feedback, we’re moving back to a once a week schedule to bring you fresh and valuable content. If you have ideas for new sections or anything you’d like to see, reply and let us know!
Let’s make the most of this weekend, Denton County!
🐾 Denton County’s Adoptable Pets
Meet some of the wonderful animals currently looking for their fur-ever homes in Denton County! Click below to view more pets waiting for you!
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🏘️ Denton County Living & Listings
This luxury estate in The Landing sits on two private acres along Lake Grapevine's north shore, featuring a complete renovation with resort-style amenities. The property boasts a new pool and spa, outdoor fire features, 2,850 square foot heated garage, and guest quarters. With mature trees providing privacy and backing to a protected nature preserve, this turnkey home offers European sophistication meets modern luxury living.
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📷 Things to Do: PDNB Gallery's Going Home Exhibition
PDNB Gallery celebrates 30 years of photography excellence with their new Denton location and the "Going Home" group exhibition, running through October 11th. This milestone show features works from multiple artists and marks an exciting transition for the gallery known for showcasing contemporary and vintage photography. The opening reception on Friday, September 12th from 5-8 PM offers the perfect opportunity to explore their new space and meet fellow art enthusiasts.
As one of the premier photography galleries in Texas, PDNB Gallery brings sophisticated art programming to Denton's growing cultural scene. Whether you're a photography collector, art student, or simply appreciate visual storytelling, this exhibition provides insight into the diverse voices shaping contemporary photography today.
Find them at their new Denton location. Be sure to check out their Website for exhibition details and upcoming programming!
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📰 Community News
🚧 I-35W Construction Creates Overnight Detour
Drivers will need to plan alternate routes Thursday night into Friday morning as TxDOT closes the northbound I-35W off ramp to Bonnie Brae Street from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. The northbound frontage road from North Texas to Bonnie Brae Street will also be closed during this timeframe as part of ongoing highway improvements. Weather conditions could push the project to a later date, so keep an eye on traffic updates if you regularly travel this route.
📆 Featured Events
🎸 Denton Blues Festival
Friday, September 19th - Sunday, September 21st | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Quakertown Park, 700 Oakland St., Denton, TX 76201
Denton’s premier celebration of blues music as top regional and national artists take the stage over three days. Enjoy a diverse lineup of performances across two stages while exploring food trucks serving local favorites and browsing artisan booths featuring handmade crafts. Family-friendly activities include a kids’ zone with interactive music workshops and community karaoke. Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or new to the genre, the festival’s atmosphere and soulful sounds make this a must-attend event!
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🗓️ Weekend Events You Don’t Want to Miss: Sep 18th - Sep 24th
🏙️ Weekly Events
Roanoke Farmer’s Market | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: Roanoke City Hall Plaza, 500 S. Oak Street, Roanoke, TX
Denton Community Market | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 317 W. Mulberry St. Denton, TX 7620
Argyle Farmer’s Market | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 409 Hwy 377, Argyle, TX
Bartonville Farmer’s Market | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: The Bartonville Store & Jeter’s Meat Shop, 96 McMakin Rd, Bartonville, TX
Spring Patio Market at True Leaf | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: True Leaf Studio, 301 S Locust St, Denton, TX 76201
Flower Mound Farmers Market | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 4203 River Walk Dr, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Coffee House Sessions | 6:00 PM, Sep 22nd (More Info)
Location: Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W Main St, Pilot Point, TX 76258
Denton Board Game Night | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Sep 24th (More Info)
Location: d20 Tavern, 112 West Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
Yarn Buddies | 11:00 AM, Sep 24th (More Info)
Location: Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S Washington St, Pilot Point, TX 76258
Loteria (Mexican Bingo) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sep 25th (More Info)
Location: El Taco H, 213 E. Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201
🏀 Sports
North Lakes Run Club | 7:00 PM, Sep 23rd (FREE)
Location: North Lakes Park (Soccer Fields Pavilion)
🎆 Family Fun
Movies in the Park: Wicked | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Sep 19th (More Info)
Location: Heritage Park, 800 Spinks Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Family Movie Night & Food Drive | 8:00 PM, Sep 19th (More Info)
Location: 1704 Sunflower Ave, Argyle, TX 76226
NTX Card Show | Pokémon & TCG Edition | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sep 21st (More Info)
Location: NTX Arena, 2401 S Stemmons Fwy, Ste 4000, Lewisville, TX 75067
Crash Course in Sewing 2.0 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Sep 22nd (More Info)
Location: The DIME Store, 118 East McKinney Street, Denton, TX 76201
🍾 Special Events
Tejano Music Festival | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Sep 18th (More Info)
Location: Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056
Journey to Tanzania: Safari 2027 Preview | 7:00 PM, Sep 18th (More Info)
Location: Union Bear Brewing Co., Denton, TX
DAPC Oktoberfest - DMAC Fundraiser | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Sep 19th (More Info)
Location: Andersons Eatery and Distillery, 410 N Bell Ave, Denton, TX 76209
Artisan Craft Fair | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 1401 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Trailhead Women's Running & Hiking Group | 9:00 AM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: Trailhead Running Supply, 2600 Lakeside Parkway, Suite 140, Flower Mound, TX 75022
UNT VS ARMY Watch Party | 11:00 AM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 117 East Oak St, Denton, TX 76201
Looking for Love | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: 215 N Cedar St, Denton, TX 76201
Hilltop Car Show | 4:00 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: Hilltop Truck Park, 1387 FM-407, Argyle, TX 76226
Pillow Fights for Arts and Jazz | 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: The Bearded Monk, 122 East McKinney Street, Denton, TX 76201
Bach Fest | 6:30 PM, Sep 20th (More Info)
Location: Denton Woman's Club Building, 610 Oakland St, Denton, TX 76201
📣 Community Corner
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