Branch Review
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate our nation’s independence with your neighbors, family and friends on Wednesday, July 3 from 6:30-10 p.m. at the Historical Park!
Farmers Branch hosts the area’s best low-level fireworks show, as well as offers a variety of free activities for kids. This year’s event will also feature the high-energy party band, Empire 6. For more details, visit farmersbranchevents.com; and for updates, follow @FarmersBranchEvents on Facebook and Instagram.
Free Family Fun
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. | Manske Library
Join the Library for a special guest and unique performances.
July 3: Mike Williams Magic Show
July 10: Dallas Puppet Theater
July 17: Professor Branius
July 24: Creature Teacher
LAWN GAMES
Saturday, July 6 | 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Historical Park
Stop by the Dodson south lawn for a friendly game of washers, horseshoes or giant pick-up sticks, or bring a picnic and make an afternoon of it!
PAINT THE PARK
Sunday, July 14 | 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Historical Park
Is there a budding artist in the family? Have them leave their mark by painting a rock in Mary’s Garden. Supplies will be provided.
COME FLY A KITE!
Sunday, July 21 | 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Historical Park
Bring your kite and enjoy an afternoon soaring in the park’s meadow. Plus, take home instructions for a handmade kite.
Art Spotlight:
Field of Blue
Located in Liberty Plaza, “Field of Blue” is a breathtaking bronze sculpture in honor of those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice. The artist, George W. Lundeen, studied at the Academia de Bello Arte in Florence, Italy, and has been commissioned to create pieces for universities, municipalities and other organizations across the U.S. Liberty Plaza was established in 2007 as a place to rest, reflect and celebrate America and those who have defended our freedom. Within the park, “Field of Blue” and other public art can be found in the Veterans Walk of Honor, a memorial dedicated to the Farmers Branch residents who answered the call to protect our country.
Liberty Plaza and the Veterans Walk of Honor are located behind the Children’s Health StarCenter at 12700 N. Stemmons Fwy. Visit farmersbranchtx.gov/artsandculture to learn more about the City’s public art. The page features an interactive map to help you explore the City’s eclectic and ever-expanding public art collection, which includes murals, sculptures and unique installations.
During Bulk Pickup Week, July 1-5, the Green Grabber will pick up bulk items such as furniture, large appliances, and other items that cannot be placed in a garbage bag. Visit farmersbranchtx.gov/brushbulky for more information.
July 4th Holiday Hours
• Aquatic Center closes at 5 p.m.
• Rec Center closes at 5 p.m.
• Historical Park closes at 5 p.m.
• City Hall is closed
• Manske Library is closed
• The Branch Connection is closed
• Garbage / recycling will be collected
Shredding Event
Saturday, July 13 | 9-11 a.m. | City Hall | Residents only
Residents can responsibly and securely discard household documents free of binders, clips and magnets. Only sensitive documents should be brought to the event. Magazines, junk mail and any other non-sensitive documents should be recycled or disposed of using normal collection services.
Denton Drive Live!
Saturday, July 13 | 6 - 10 p.m. | Historical Park | Free
This month’s Denton Drive Live! will feature live music from Penny & The Flamethrowers and The Texas Bluesmen. The event will include free kids’ activities; and food, beer and wine will be available for purchase. Gates will open at 5:45 p.m.
For more details, visit dentondrivelive.com. To stay up to date on event news, follow @FarmersBranchEvents on Facebook and Instagram.
