NIGHT & DAY
Let Freedom Ring
There was talk of a No Kings 2.0 protest happening over Fourth of July weekend, but I don’t see anything scheduled as of yet. Let’s meet back here next week, and I’ll let you know what I find out.
Meanwhile, the national organizers of the Women’s March are promoting something called Free America Weekend “From block parties to protests, we’re gathering on porches, in parks, in streets, and town squares to reclaim the radical promise of freedom.” Their purpose is to demonstrate that protest is patriotic, to end poverty and fear, and to protect our disappearing rights. As of press time, nothing is happening in North Texas, but a big rally is taking place in Austin. Freedom Fest Austin: Free America Weekend is at the Texas State Capitol (1100 Congress Av) from 5pm to 8pm, featuring some of Austin’s top local musicians. For more information or to host an event of your own, visit action.womensmarch.com/calendars/ free-america-weekend.
For those seeking an old-fashioned dose of Americana with live music, fireworks, and family fun, here are some traditional celebrations around North Texas.
Red, White & Lewisville , the final evening of the Sounds of Lewisville 2025 concert series at Wayne
Ferguson Plaza (150 W Church St, Lewisville, 972-219-3400), begins with live music at 6:30pm and ends with a drone show and fireworks. Original country artist Kate Watson will be preceded by 8 Tracks , who will play cover tunes
Admission is free. For more info, visit SoundsofLewisville.com.
Downtown Arlington is hosting its annual Light Up Arlington concert at Levitt Pavilion (100 W Abram St, Arlington, 817-543-4308) from 7pm until dark, featuring live music by the Brad Thompson Band and opener Chef Dee . Once the sun sets, the concert finale will include a fireworks display. There is no cost to attend.
The City of Roanoke is also hosting its celebration tonight. The All-American Fireworks & Festival will be in front of City Hall (500 S Oak St, Roanoke, 817491-2411) 5pm-10pm, with a kids’ zone with balloon artists, carnival rides, face painters, a pie-eating contest, food trucks, and a performance by Emerald City Band Then, at 9:15pm, the fireworks show begins. There is no cost to attend
Fort Worth’s Fourth , featuring one of the largest fireworks displays in North Texas, will once again take place along the Trinity River at Panther Island Pavilion (395 Purcey St, 817-698-0700). General admission is free. Check out FortWorthsFourth.com for more information about activities and times in the coming days. For more Independence Day options, pick up next week’s Night & Day column.
Sonidos del Summer: Northside 4th goes down at Marine Park (303 NW 20th St, Fort Worth). The event begins at 5pm with a vendor market, followed by live music starting at 6 pm. Headliners Latin Express take the stage at 8pm. Bring picnic supplies, including blankets, chairs, refreshments, and snacks (please note that alcohol and glass containers are not permitted), but food trucks will also be on-site. Earlier in the day, there will also be a parade and a block party. For details as the date approaches, follow the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.com/FWHCC.
Freedom Fest will feature several top Austin musicians.
Emerald City Band is headlining the All-American Fireworks & Festival in Roanoke next week.
Kate Watson is bringing original country tunes to Red, White & Lewisville next week.
By Jennifer Bovee
WEEKLY LISTINGS
Free Will Astrology
By Rob Brezsny
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19)
Have faith that the cloudy uncertainty will ultimately evolve into clarity, revealing the precise directions you need.
TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20)
Attune yourself to the arrival of unexpected help and gifts. Set aside any tendency to try too hard, and allow life to sing through you.
GEMINI (May 21-Jun 20)
Remember that masterpieces are rarely completed in a jiffy. Steady work is potentially your superpower. Use your imagination to have fun as you attend to the details.
CANCERIAN (Jun 21-Jul 22)
Identify the single desire that motivates you more than any other. Yes, you have many wishes and hopes, and dreams, but one is more crucial than all the rest!
LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22)
Productive adventures are awaiting you in an unmapped territory. Go carefully—but go.
VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22)
Build the lasting beauty and truth that will serve you well into the future. Don’t rush the carpentry. If it’s not working, don’t force it. Re-cut, re-measure, breathe deeply, and try again.
LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 22)
Your intuition will consistently guide you toward premium sources.
SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21)
You need places and influences that offer you comfort, safety, and tender inspiration. Don’t apologize for making your life a bit less heroic as you tend to your inner world with gentle reverence.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21)
Let unfamiliarity be your muse. Have faith that the truth isn’t vanishing or hiding; it’s simply appearing in unfamiliar guises.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19)
Some people accentuate your finest attributes, while others bring out less flattering aspects. In the coming weeks surround yourself with your favorite mirrors.
AQUARIUS (Jan 20- Feb 18)
Be in love with the unfinished in the coming weeks. Make inquisitiveness your default position. Reconsider abandoned ideas.
PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20)
Your ability to discern and appreciate multiple perspectives will enable you to create an intriguing kind of harmony. You will have the power to notice and reveal beauty that has been veiled or unnoticed.
EXPANDED HOROSCOPES
For unabridged versions of the horoscopes above by Rob Brezsny, go to FreeWillAstrology.com.
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