Smithsonian Exhibit: I Want the Wide American Earth

April 1, 2021, 9:00 AM - April 23, 2021, 4:00 PM

Asian and Pacific Americans make up more than 5 percent of the U.S. population—more than 17 million people—and those numbers are growing. Their ancestral roots represent more than 50 percent of the world.

Birds of a Feather

April 1, 2021, 10:00 AM - April 24, 2021, 4:00 PM @ The Martin Place

Visit with the artists on March 24th from 1-4 pm or April 24th from 1-4 pm. Artists include Jan Martin, Brian J. Magnuson, Kim Guthrie, Cate Robbins, Rebecca Johnson, Patricia Crain, Susan Kennedy, Anne Royer, Sheliah Lonian, Linda Herbert, Betty Reuscher, Diane Boudreaux, Darby La Grave, Susan Burkett, and Carol Kovacs. The exhibition is on display from March 27th to April 24th. Business hours are Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm.

It's SEW MCKINNEY 2021

April 6, 2021, 1:00 PM - December 17, 2021, 1:00 PM

Engage with the community and be a part of a philanthropic initative that assists local senior centers and elementary schools.   SEW McKINNEY has a variety of different sewing projects (drawstring bags, wheelchair bags, school bags) that are donated to centers.   These projects are a great group activity or something for a church group or organization looking to give back to others.  Each kit purchased helps others in need.  Ticket types are either drawstring bags or wheelchair bags.

Farmers Market at Chestnut Square

April 17, 2021, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Heritage Village at Chestnut Square

Come on down and enjoy an old time market The McKinney Farmers Market runs all year round! Every Saturday April – November 8am – 12pm. Every 1st & 3rd Saturday December – March 8am-12pm We work hard to re-create the feel of bygone market days held in the old Jockey lot in downtown McKinney. Meet friends, share local news and bring a chair and sit a while! Most every Saturday there’s a special tour, event, music or demonstration. Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every Saturday at Chestnut Square near downtown McKinney. Market vendors also offer baked goods, artisan & specialty foods, wine, plants & flowers, craft items and more!

HISTORIC DISTRICT TROLLEY TOUR

April 17, 2021, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Experience the historic district in downtown McKinney with a trained docent while riding on our charming trolley. While viewing the architecture of the many historic homes and buildings, you’ll hear about some of the significant people who made their mark in McKinney. The trolley tour is a wonderful experience for locals and their out-of-town guests. This tour features the buildings and homes of the commercial and residential historic district, and benefits the Heritage Village at Chestnut Square. Get tickets online.

Spring Plant Sale

April 17, 2021, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Emerald Cottages

The Outlaw Nation ~ McKinney Music & Arts Festival

April 17, 2021, 11:00 AM - April 18, 2021, 9:00 PM @ Back 40 at Myers Park

4/17 Tony Bakly Live @ Lone Star

April 17, 2021, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

Step back to the 60's and 70's and relive the best in music with acoustic and keyboard talents from Tony Bakly. Always a crowd pleaser and a great time for your Saturday night! Good food, good wine and good music!

4/18 Ken & Cathy Live @ Lone Star

April 18, 2021, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

We are so happy to have Ken & Cathy back in the house! This little duo packs a punch with the favorites we all grew up with. Country, Classic Rock and the Oldies but Goodies, you will be dancing and singing along. Grab that favorite bottle of Texas wine with your meal and enjoy your Sunday Funday

Parents Night Out: FLOWER POWER!!

April 23, 2021, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ The Treehouse at Craig Ranch Fitness + Spa

PARENTS NIGHT OUT: Skip the babysitter!! Have a night to yourself, your kids will have fun at Flower Power!! Your kids will love our activity, decorating a flower pot!! They'll eat quesadillas, dip, & chips!! Then they'll relax and watch The Lion King! Your kids will have so much fun hanging out with other kids, and you get to take the night off!! It's a win-win! We hope you're as excited as we are!

Music@Mill Festival April 23-24 at McKinney Cotton Mill

April 23, 2021, 7:00 PM - April 24, 2021, 10:00 PM

MUSIC@MILL FESTIVAL April 23-24, 2021 "Music that gives you a heartbeat.." Safely socially distanced in a cool factory space. Four Concerts | Four Genres Great music | food trucks, cocktails, wine | socially distanced. Missing live music? Enjoy the expressive, authentic symphonic energy of chamber music with world renowned Miro Quartet, sway to Piazzolla's Tango Nuevo with violin virtuoso Chee Yun Kim accompanied by pianist Amy Yang hailed as a : magnificent poet", swing to Fort Worth's fine accordionist Ginny Mac playing Americana/ Western Swing from Bob Wills to Ella, and the unforgettable sound of a cello choir, the Texas Cellos in a socially distanced surround seating in the old factory space of the McKinney Cotton Mill

4/23 Mike Allyn Live @ Lone Star

April 23, 2021, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

A long time regular to the music scene and Lone Star Wine Cellars. Mike Allyn shares his extensive playlist of classic Rock and Roll and Country. It's always fun to try to stump him, but we've yet to see it happen! Come join the Friday night fun with the Lone Star staff preparing your dinner and pouring that favorite wine while Mike keeps the music flowing!

Chisholm Trail Texas Longhorn Cattle Show

April 24, 2021, 7:00 AM - April 25, 2021, 7:00 PM @ Show Barn at Myers Park

Farmers Market at Chestnut Square

April 24, 2021, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Heritage Village at Chestnut Square

Come on down and enjoy an old time market The McKinney Farmers Market runs all year round! Every Saturday April – November 8am – 12pm. Every 1st & 3rd Saturday December – March 8am-12pm We work hard to re-create the feel of bygone market days held in the old Jockey lot in downtown McKinney. Meet friends, share local news and bring a chair and sit a while! Most every Saturday there’s a special tour, event, music or demonstration. Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every Saturday at Chestnut Square near downtown McKinney. Market vendors also offer baked goods, artisan & specialty foods, wine, plants & flowers, craft items and more!

Spring Native Plant Sale

April 24, 2021, 9:00 AM - April 25, 2021, 5:00 PM @ Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

On April 24-25, 2021, the 32nd Annual Spring Plant Sale fundraising event at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will feature a huge selection of native plants, hard-to-find herbs and well-adapted plants. For over 30 years, veteran and novice gardeners alike have anticipated this rare opportunity to purchase some of the best plants for North Central Texas gardens and to obtain many rare plants. The Heard’s plant sale will also feature a selection of native milkweed plants. Please see our website for the complete plant list (available soon) at www.heardmuseum.org/plantsale. Guests are welcome to bring carts or wagons to facilitate their purchases.

AirPower History Tour Coming to McKinney, TX

April 24, 2021, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The iconic B-29 Superfortress "FIFI" is coming to McKinney, TX for a ONE-DAY ONLY event offering Rides and Tours! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to ride one of only two flying B-29 Superfortresses in the world. Joining “FIFI” will be a P-51 Mustang, a T-6 Texan, a PT-13 Stearman, a T-34 Mentor, and special guest the L-26B Aero Commander that served as “Ike’s Bird”.

Ox & Pine Warehouse Sale

April 24, 2021, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Ox & Pine's Warehouse Sale! Come and see all of our premium leather goods in person! - 50% off imperfect leather goods - $1 Fan Favorite Luggage Tags - Personalization on the spot - Door Prizes - Snacks, Drinks, and More *This event will be held outside. Social distancing and masks are encouraged.

4/24 Shelby Ballenger Live @ Lone Star

April 24, 2021, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Award winning, local singer songwriter, Shelby Ballenger is a rising star. Catch this girl while you can! Modern Country all the way! It's time to grab a bottle of your favorite Ranch wine and sit back and enjoy!

4/25 Eric Erickson Live @ Lone Star

April 25, 2021, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

Eric Erickson an ever popular local musician, rocks your Sunday afternoon. His renditions of all the classic bests will keep your weekend alive. Take the challenge of the Wine Quiz and experience a variety chosen just for YOU!

Two Mantras of Retirement Planning You Should Know

April 27, 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Craig Ranch Fitness + Spa

Overwhelmed by retirement planning? To simplify the process, there are two retirement saving mantras. This Financial Seminar empowers you to take action to ensure the well-being of your financial future! Presented by the Legacy Planning Group, whose mission is to help you achieve the lifelong financial independence you deserve! Patrick J. Cloutier opened the Legacy Planning Group in 1998 after working in the life insurance business. Patrick is a board member for the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and co-chairs the Leadership McKinney selection committee. Patrick's daughter, Madeleine, works at the Legacy Planning Group. She is the Chair-Elect for the Ambassadors, and an Advisory Committee Member for the McKinney Young Professionals. Patrick and Madeleine Cloutier will demystify the retirement saving process, and show you where to start. This complimentary seminar is for people of all ages! Registration is required. Register at: https://crfsseminar.e

Empty Bowls McKinney

April 29, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ McKinney Performing Arts Center

Empty Bowls is is an annual event hosted by St. Peter's Episcopal Church to increase awareness of hunger in McKinney. For the ticket price, you will receive a simple meal of soup and bread and take home a handmade "empty" bowl. This bowl is a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world due to hunger. Proceeds from the event benefit hunger initiatives at McKinney's Community Garden Kitchen and Community Lifeline Center.

Parent's Night Out: GET FIT NIGHT

April 30, 2021, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ The Treehouse at Craig Ranch Fitness + Spa

Reservations required Friday 4/30/2021 by NOON! Take the night off, but skip the babysitter!! Have a night to yourself, your kids will have fun at GET FIT NIGHT!! Get Fit Night is all about getting your kids active and moving!! Your kids will love our activity, Boot Camp!! They'll eat turkey sandwiches & strawberries for healthy fuel!! Then they'll relax and watch The Croads! Your kids will have so much fun hanging out with other kids, and you get to take the night off!! It's a win-win! We hope you're as excited as we are!

4/30 the Skinny Bishop Live @ Lone Star

April 30, 2021, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

This group of talented musicians with extreme vocals pack the house with fun and entertainment. Your Friday night fun just escalated! Great music, premium wines and a tasty menu await you at Lone Star Wine Cellars.