Van Alstyne Community Calendar
Van Alstyne Community Calendar
Van Alstyne Community Calendar
Updated daily, as information comes in. Send your info via email to 
MaryJane@SceneInTown.com. There is no charge. Available to groups and organizations, churches, schools, businesses, and individuals. Events shown in purple are those being held at the Central Social District Park, being sponsored by either the City or other organizations. Live music is shown in blue.
Ongoing
MEALS ON WHEELS sign-up info: Call 903-482-6341 or Click here
TDOT: FM 121 (Jefferson St) from Main Street in Van Alstyne eastward to SH 160. This project began July 2023, will be long-lasting and will include rehabilitating the roadway and widening it to 26 feet, per TxDOT. March 16 — FM 2729, from FM 902 to FM 121. (East of Van Alstyne) TxDOT maintenance crews will blade leveling on the roadway. July 27, 2024 — FM 3133, from SH 5 to the Collin County Line. Maintenance crews will place a seal coat surface on the roadway from SH 5 to the Collin County Line. NEW Aug. 10, 2024 — Several bridge repairs in Fannin and Grayson Counties on Aug. 13.These roadways are included in this bridge repair project: FM 1550, SH 121, FM 902, US 75, FM 1417, SH 56, SH 289, US 377, US 82, SH 91, SP 503, FM 814 and US 69. Completion is contracted to be December 2024, weather provided.
Routine: —US Highway 75 full-depth concrete repair, from the Collin County line to the Oklahoma State line. Sunday nights through Friday mornings. US 75 debris pickup, from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Workers will pick up debris every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday during the nighttime hours. There will be lane closures.
Now thru Sunday, Aug. 15-18
Free Gift Cards to Educators — Teacher Appreciation Week at Cooley Bay Winery (while supply of gift cards last), 545 Collin McKinney Pkwy, Van Alstyne
Sunday, Aug. 18
Crafts: Rope Bowl — 3-5 pm, Cooley Bay Winery, 545 Collin Mckinney Pkwy, Van Alstyne. Register at https://www.cooleybay.com/upcoming-events?utm_source=sqmktg_email
Monday, Aug. 19
First Day of School — VA ISD schools
Mamas & Mimosas — 8 a.m. (after dropping kids off at schools), Bill Smith’s Cafe, 233 Jeffrerson Street
Jayson Starkey — 6:30-8:30 pm, El Patio Escondido, 495 W Van Alstyne Parkway, 903-482-5588
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am. Book Club @ 10 a.m., Chair Volleyball @12:15 pm. 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Beef Ziti, Cauiflower. Green Beams w/ Onions. Fresh Fruit
Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Aug. 20-w
VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am., Chair Yoga @10:30 am. 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Greek Chicken, Lemon Herb Couscous, Mediterranean Vegetables, Sugar Cookie
Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
Family Game Night — 5-7 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Aug. 21
Planning & Zoning Meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N Main Drive
Senior Center — Open 10-4, Lunch at 11:30 am., Bridge Club @12:30 pm, Paint Club 9 am- until noon. 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341 Meals on Wheels & Center Lunch Menu: Herbed Turkey Breast, Whipped Potations w/Skins, Summer Vegetables, Pudding
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Aug. 22-w
VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
TimLightYear, Evan Boyer, plus Smash’d Burgers special—6-9 pm, Dowling Distillery, 126 S Main, 469-431-0466
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am. Chair Yoga at 10:30 am; Bingo at Noon . 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Chicken Fried Rice, Brocolli, Chinese Cabbage, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Aug. 23-w
Hamburger night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
Ben Kmosko —9 p.m., Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Aug. 24
VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Aug. 25
Mike McClure — 6 p.m., The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Paint Party — 3-5 p.m., Cooley Bay Winery, Reservations helpful, Click here
Monday, Aug. 26
Kerosene Drifters — 6:30-8:30 pm, El Patio Escondido, 495 W Van Alstyne Parkway, 903-482-5588
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am. Book Club @ 10 a.m., Chair Volleyball @12:15 pm. 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Chili Garlic Chicken, Jasmine Rice, Japanese Vegetables, Fresh Fruit
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Aug. 27-w
VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
Friends of the Library meeting — 6 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am., Chair Yoga @10:30 am. 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Four Cheese Ziti, Green Peas, Glazed Carrots, Cookie
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Aug. 28-w
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Senior Center — Open 10-4, Lunch at 11:30 am., Bridge Club @12:30 pm, 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Pork Loin, Mushroom Gravy, Cheesy Garlic Grits, broccoli, Pudding
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Aug. 29-w
VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Senior Center — Open 10-2, Lunch at 11:30 am. Chair Yoga at 10:30 am; Bingo at Noon . 148 S Main, Call 903-482-6341. Meals on Wheels & Lunch Menu: Beef Meat balls, Oven-Roasted Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Multigrain Bread, Banana Muffin.
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Aug. 30-3
Taylor Walker —9 p.m., Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Aug. 31
Shop & Sample — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown area
*** VA Museum open — 1-3 p.m., 130 N. Waco, park on side street designated parking area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Sept. 1
Monday, Sept. 2 — Labor Day
No School today in honor of Labor Day
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Sept. 3-w
Weather Siren Testing — Noon, the Fire Department does the testing as a precaution for if/when they ever have to use it for public safety. They are the ones who certify that it can be heard from different points around town.
Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Architectural Review Panel meeting — 6 p.m., City Hall, 152 N. Main Drive.
Van Alstyne Public Library Board Meeting — 5:30 p.m., 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5991
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Sept. 4
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Sept. 5
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Sept. 6
Fish dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
First Friday Fellowship — 7-8:30 p.m., King’s Trail Cowboy Church, 498 Bethel Cannon Road
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Sept. 7
Corn Hole Tournament — 11 a.m., Central Social District, downtown area
Cars and Coffee — 8 a.m., downtown Van Alstyne
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Sept. 8
Monday, Sept. 9
Dinner Is Served — 6:30 p.m., Mantua Lodge 209, 101 E Cooper St
Van Alstyne Quilters Guild – 6:30 Gathering time, 7 p.m. Meeting time. First Christ ian Church, 274 Waco St. Free to members, yearly membership is $35.
Van Alstyne chamber of Commerce meeting — Time & Place not yet known
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Sept. 10
City Council meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N. Main. Go online to cityofvanalstyne.us for agendas
Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Senior Center Board Meeting — 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center, 148 S Main
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Sept. 11
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Sept. 12
Community Development (6 p.m.) and Economic Development, (7:30 p.m.) Committees meetings — City Hall, 152 N. Main Street, 903-482-5426, Ext. 2002
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Sept. 13
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Sept. 14
Police Awards Gala Fundraiser —7-11 p.m, The Barn at 191, 191 Stone Marshell Road, Van Alstyne. For more information, go Online (Click here) VanAlstynePA.org
Food Distribution — 12:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Parish, 919 Spence Road, 903-482-6322
Bent Creek — 8 p.m., The Gar Hole, downtown Westminster
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Sept. 15
Lee Street
Monday, Sept. 16
Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Sept. 17
Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Sept. 18
Planning & Zoning Meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N Main Drive
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Sept. 19
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Sept. 20
Coffee & Conversation — 8 a.m., Sweet Ts, 241 E Marshall Street in downtown
Steak night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Sept. 21
Sounds of Summer w/ Cody Canada & The Departed — 7 p.m., Central Social District, downtown area
Pre-concert Concert with Paul Renna — 6 p.m., Dowling Distillery, 126 S Main Drive, 469-431-0466-
Live Music, open to the public — 6-8 p.m., Senior Center, 148 S Main, 903-482-341
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Saturday Night Rides (car show) —6-9 pm,, new parking lot downtown, Marshall & S. Main
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Farm Aid — Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Lukas Nelson, Charley Crockett, and many others. Broadview Stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Saratoga Springs, New York
Sunday, Sept. 22
Monday, Sept. 23
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Last seheduled day for Railcar Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m., Central Social District Park, 215 E Van Alstyne Parkway, parking available on Jefferson Street west of the railroad tracks
Friends of the Library meeting — 6 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Sept. 25
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Sept. 26
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Sept. 27
Hamburger night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Sept. 28
Shop & Sample — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Sept. 29
Monday, Sept. 30
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Oct. 1
National Night Out — Central Social District, downtown area
Weather Siren Testing — Noon, the Fire Department does the testing as a precaution for if/when they ever have to use it for public safety. They are the ones who certify that it can be heard from different points around town.
Architectural Review Panel meeting — 6 p.m., City Hall, 152 N. Main Drive.
Van Alstyne Public Library Board Meeting — 5:30 p.m., 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5991
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Oct. 2
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Oct. 3
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Oct. 4
Fish dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
First Friday Fellowship — 7-8:30 p.m., King’s Trail Cowboy Church, 498 Bethel Cannon Road
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Oct. 5
Fall Festival — VAISD, details forthcoming
Sporting Clay Shoot – Bethel Cannon Ranch, sponsored by the Van Alstyne Educational Foundation
Cars and Coffee — 8 a.m., downtown Van Alstyne
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
So proud of our Van Alstyne young man, Austin Michael. This is no small feat, touring with these Nashville artists.
Sunday, Oct. 6
Justin Moore, Austin Michael, Randy Houser, Sadie Bass — Toyota Music Factory, Irving
Monday, Oct. 7
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Oct. 8
City Council meeting — 6:30 p.m. City Hall, 152 N. Main. Go online to cityofvanalstyne.us for agendas
Senior Center Board Meeting — 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center, 148 S Main
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Oct. 9
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Oct. 10
Community Development (6 p.m.) and Economic Development, (7:30 p.m.) Committees meetings — City Hall, 152 N. Main Street, 903-482-5426, Ext. 2002
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Oct. 11
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Oct. 12
Fall der All, Concert by Casey Daniels Band (Noon-2 pm) — Downtown and Central Social District, downtown area
Food Distribution — 12:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Parish, 919 Spence Road, 903-482-6322
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Oct. 13
Monday, Oct. 14 — Columbus Day
Dinner Is Served — 6:30 p.m., Mantua Lodge 209, 101 E Cooper St
No School Day — VAISD
Van Alstyne Quilters Guild – 6:30 Gathering time, 7 p.m. Meeting time. First Christian Church, 274 Waco St. Free to members, yearly membership is $35.
Van Alstyne chamber of Commerce meeting — Time & Place not yet known
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Oct. 15
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Oct. 16
Planning & Zoning Meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N Main Drive
Story Time — Twice-Choose either 10:30 a.m. or Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Oct. 17
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Oct. 18
Steak night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
** Saturday Night Rides (car show) —6-9 pm,, new parking lot downtown, Marshall & S. Main
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Oct. 19
Live Music, open to the public — 6-8 p.m., Senior Center, 148 S Main, 903-482-341
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Oct. 20
Midnight River Choir — 6 p.m., The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Monday,, Oct. 21
Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Friends of the Library meeting — 6 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Oct. 23
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Oct. 24
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Oct. 25
Hamburger night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Oct. 26
Trick or Treat —Downtown
Shop & Sample — 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Downtown Retail Stores.
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Oct. 27
Monday, Oct. 28
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Halloween
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Nov. 1
Fish dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
First Friday Fellowship — 7-8:30 p.m., King’s Trail Cowboy Church, 498 Bethel Cannon Road
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Nov. 2
Cars and Coffee — 8 a.m., downtown Van Alstyne
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Nov. 3 – Daylight Savings Time ends
Monday, Nov. 4
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Election Day
Weather Siren Testing — Noon, the Fire Department does the testing as a precaution for if/when they ever have to use it for public safety. They are the ones who certify that it can be heard from different points around town.
Architectural Review Panel meeting — 6 p.m., City Hall, 152 N. Main Drive.
Van Alstyne Public Library Board Meeting — 5:30 p.m., 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5991
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Nov. 7 — General Election Day
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Nov. 8
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Nov. 9
Food Distribution — 12:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Parish, 919 Spence Road, 903-482-6322
Korn Cole Tournament — 11 a.m., Central Social District, downtown area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Nov. 10
Monday, Nov. 11 – Veterans Day
Dinner Is Served — 6:30 p.m., Mantua Lodge 209, 101 E Cooper St
Van Alstyne Quilters Guild – 6:30 Gathering time, 7 p.m. Meeting time. First Christian Church, 274 Waco St. Free to members, yearly membership is $35.
Van Alstyne chamber of Commerce meeting — Time & Place not yet known
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Nov. 12
City Council meeting — 6:30 p.m. City Hall, 152 N. Main. Go online to cityofvanalstyne.us for agendas
Senior Center Board Meeting — 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center, 148 S Main
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Nov. 14
Community Development (6 p.m.) and Economic Development, (7:30 p.m.) Committees meetings — City Hall, 152 N. Main Street, 903-482-5426, Ext. 2002
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Nov. 15
Steak night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
Coffee & Conversation — 8 a.m., Fierce Motions in Dance, 260 E Marshall St.
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Nov. 16
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
No Live Music til Jan third Saturday of January — Senior Center, 148 S Main, 903-482-6341
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Nov. 17
Monday, Nov. 18
Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Nov. 20
Planning & Zoning Meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N Main Drive
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Nov. 21
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Nov. 22
Hamburger night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Nov. 23
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Nov. 24
Nov 25-29
Thanksgiving Break — VAISD
Monday, Nov. 25
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Nov. 26
Friends of the Library meeting — 6 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Nov. 27
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Nov. 28 – Thanksgiving Day
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Nov. 29
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Nov. 30
Shop & Sample — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Dec. 1
Monday, Dec. 2
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Dec. 3
*** Weather Siren Testing — Noon, the Fire Department does the testing as a precaution for if/when they ever have to use it for public safety. They are the ones who certify that it can be heard from different points around town.
*** Architectural Review Panel meeting — 6 p.m., City Hall, 152 N. Main Drive.
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Dec. 5
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Dec. 6
** Fish dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
** First Friday Fellowship — 7-8:30 p.m., King’s Trail Cowboy Church, 498 Bethel Cannon Road
** The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Dec. 7
Christmas Parade — 2 p.m., Route TBA
Christmas Tree Lighting — 6 p.m., Central Social District Park, downtown
Cars and Coffee — 8 a.m., downtown Van Alstyne
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Dec. 8
Monday, Dec. 9
** Dinner Is Served — 6:30 p.m., Mantua Lodge 209, 101 E Cooper St
Van Alstyne Quilters Guild – 6:30 Gathering time, 7 p.m. Meeting time. First Christian Church, 274 Waco St. Free to members, yearly membership is $35.
** Van Alstyne chamber of Commerce meeting — Time & Place not yet known
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Dec. 10
City Council meeting — 6:30 p.m. City Hall, 152 N. Main. Go online to cityofvanalstyne.us for agendas
Senior Center Board Meeting — 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center, 148 S Main
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Dec. 12
Community Development (6 p.m.) and Economic Development, (7:30 p.m.) Committees meetings — City Hall, 152 N. Main Street, 903-482-5426, Ext. 2002
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Dec. 13
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Dec. 14
Food Distribution — 12:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Parish, 919 Spence Road, 903-482-6322
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Dec. 15
Monday, Dec. 16
*** Winding Road Book Club — Noon (bring your lunch), Public Library, 151 W Cooper
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Dec. 17
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Dec. 18
Planning & Zoning Meeting — 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 152 N Main Drive
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Dec. 19
Municipal Court — 1:30 p.m., Community Center, 262 N. Preston Ave, Call for more info 903-482-5251
Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Dec. 20 — Winter Solstice
Steak night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
VAISD Early release
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Dec. 21 – First Day of Winter
*** No Live Music til third Saturday of January — Senior Center, 148 S Main, 903-482-6341
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Dec. 22
Dec. 23-Jan. 3
VAISD Christmas Break
Monday, Dec. 23
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Dec. 24 — Christmas Eve Day
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Wednesday, Dec. 25 – Merry Christmas
Story Time — Twice-10:30 a.m. and Noon. Public Library, 151 W Cooper, 903-482-5591
Spanish Story Time — 4 p.m., Van Alstyne Public Library, 151 W Cooper St., 903-482-5591
Pickin’ Circle — The Gar Hole, beautiful downtown Westminster
Trash Collection, Area B — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
Thursday, Dec. 26
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Friday, Dec. 27
Hamburger night dinner — 4-7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne, 903-482-9360
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-4 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
** AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open discussion meeting, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
Saturday, Dec. 28
Shop & Sample — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown area
Karaoke —Cowboy Club, 15,027 U.S. 75, (west service road) Van Alstyne, 903-482-6325
The Ramblin’ Closet — 11 am-2 pm, Free clothing and miscellaneous items, depending on the donations they receive. Donations can be made at the same times and place. 142 S Main Street, 972-741-8810
Sunday, Dec. 29
Monday, Dec. 30
Webelo Cub Scouts — 6 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Tuesday, Dec. 31 – Happy New Year
Public Library open 10 am-7 pm.
BSA Scouts Troop 44G for Girls — 6-730 p.m., Scout Hut, 183 Grays Trail
Trash Collection, Area A — See cityofvanalstyne.us for area designations
** AA Meeting— 6 p.m., Open meeting, Big Book study, 556 W Jefferson, Park in church parking lot around the corner
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Thursday, Jan. 2
*** Freddie Lee Spears hosts open mic/song swap — 7 p.m., American Legion, 293 Jay Road, Van Alstyne. 903-482-9360
January 20 — Martin Luther King Day
VAISD – no school today in honor of holiday
Monday, Feb. 17
VAISD School Break — President’s Day
March 10-14
VA ISD Spring Break
Friday, April 18
VAISD Good Friday/Bad Weather Day
Friday, May 16
VAISD Bad Weather Day
Thursday, May 22
VAISD Last Day of School
Monday, May 26 — Memorial Day
Friday, July 4 — Independence Day
**2nd Monday each month
Dinner Is Served — 6:30 p.m., Mantua Lodge 209, 101 E Cooper St