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The merchants of Bartonville Town Center presents a free outdoor movie, “A Night At The Museum”. You are invited to arrive early to enjoy the many restaurants now open in the center. Bring your own chairs. Sorry, no coolers permitted.

Bartonville Town Center is located on FM 407 northbound directly west of Lantana.

We originally published this story back in June, and have had so much interest in linking to the story we thought we’d update it so everybody could find the link quickly.

Flower Mound joins the unique ranks of cities with their own Rap song written and produced by creative local youth, singing about being stuck in Flow Mo with nothing to do. It would appear these kids found plenty to do in highlighting several local landmarks, not to mention all the work put into scripting, shooting and editing the video.  And there are some talented voices, just listen all of the way through.  Check it out here.

Flo Mo Video

Arrive earlier before 9pm and go inside the gaylord Texan Atrium to enjoy Motion in Air, a dazzling show by amazing aerial acrobats demonstrating physical strength, poetry in motion, and skilled theatrics in air from the top of Gaylord Texan Resort’s glass atrium. You won’t want to miss this exciting show!

Fridays – Sundays
9:00 p.m.
Gaylord Texan Resort Atrium
FREE!

We all know of “Wierd Al” Yankovic. His musical satire is focused on his ability to take hits of the day, whatever that day is, and turn them into his own comedic parody. My first memory was his sing “I Love Rocky Road“, a parody of I Love Rock and Roll by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. Continue reading ‘“Weird Al” Yankovic-Sold on Ebay’

Adult Cooking Classes
Learn how to prepare a variety of unique dishes from Gaylord Texan’s executive chefs!  Special attention will be provided to each class participant, catering to those at all culinary experience levels.  Each class offers take-home recipe cards.

August 4, September 1
Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Old Hickory Steakhouse
$45 per person

So you’re planning for that big day, or thinking about planning for that big day, or dreaming about thinking about planning for that big day. Well grab your girlfriends and head to the Amon Carter Exhibit Hall in Fort Worth this Saturday & Sunday from 11am to 4pm for the Fort Worth Bridal Show! There will be 125 vendors presenting everything possible for you, a loved one or friend to create the perfect dream wedding! Click here for the official website, a coupon and more info!

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Firework Fridays
Did you miss the Independence Day fireworks? Well you’re still in luck. Each Friday through Sept 3, you can watch as Gaylord Texan Resort lights up the night over Lake Grapevine! Two locations offer a setting for both adults and families. Adults are invited to take a short stroll from the front drive down to Glass Cactus nightclub and Families should visit the outdoor Event Bowl for this impressive event.

Fridays Only
10:00 p.m.
Adults – Glass Cactus Nightclub Outdoor Decks
Families – Gaylord Texan Event Bowl

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Arrive earlier before 9pm and go inside the Hotel to enjoy Motion in Air, a dazzling show by amazing aerial acrobats demonstrating physical strength, poetry in motion, and skilled theatrics in air from the top of Gaylord Texan Resort’s glass atrium. You won’t want to miss this exciting show!

Fridays – Sundays
9:00 p.m.
Gaylord Texan Resort Atrium
FREE!

A local group, Studio B Performing Arts Center will present Hello Dolly at the Marcus High School Theater auditorium.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students over the age of 10 and $8 for children.
Friday, July 27 at 7:30
Saturday, July 28 at 7:30
Sunday, July 29 at 2:30

Studio B at 1 Nelson Parkway, 2400 FM 407 in Highland Village provides Acting, Voice and Dance lessons. Visit www.studiobtheater.info for information.

One of the activities we’ve always enjoyed is exploring our own “back yard”. Now in Texas, that phrase takes on a little larger than life meaning. So often we hear friends say they have never been to Dealey Plaza, the JFK Memorial Museum, or other local landmarks, or they only go there when they have relatives in town. We hope to add our own list of weekend getaways and hope you can contribute yours.

In the meantime, visit TravelTex.com for several great ideas of things to do and see, right in our own “back yard”!

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Ok, we’ve all seen it on YouTube or on the news. Drop Mentos candies in a Pepsi and create an eruption.

That idea was taken to a larger scale, right here in Flower Mound. Did they set a world’s record?

Continue reading ‘FM Residents go for World’s Record’