Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden

September 1, 2020, 8:00 AM - October 4, 2020, 8:00 AM @ Heard Museum 1 Nature Place McKinney Texas 75069

Through October 4, 2020, visitors to the outdoor Native Texas Butterfly House and Garden at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney, Texas will have the opportunity to walk among free-flying native butterflies and other pollinators.

Social Distance Learning

September 1, 2020, 8:30 AM - December 18, 2020, 4:30 PM @ Craig Ranch Fitness + Spa

Uncertain about returning to school? Craig Ranch Fitness has an alternative. Starting Aug. 13, your children can follow along with their school's virtual curriculum from safe, spaced-out classrooms at our facility, all overseen by tutors from our Youth Center. Each day, students will come to Craig Ranch Fitness with their own laptops, headphones, and school login information to complete their coursework at individual, frequently-sanitized workstations. Come learn at a distance with us! Call 214-383-1030 or email youthcenter@craigranchfitness.com to register or learn more! **Members and non-members welcome! **Half-day, full-day, weeklong, and extended care options available! **Discounts for siblings and groups of four or more!

Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs

September 5, 2020, 9:00 AM - February 15, 2021, 8:00 AM

Encounter the 46-foot T-Rex and nine new life-size animatronic dinosaurs along the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary’s nature trails at the 15th annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together. See the dinosaurs move and hear them roar! Photo op and play area dinosaurs will be available as well. This year, the exhibit also features an outdoor fossil dig. The dinosaur trail is jogging stroller friendly (it is not suitable for strollers with small wheels or wheelchairs).

Tuesday Open Mic Night

September 22, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ E.J. Wills Gastropub

Parents' Night Out: Get Fit!

September 25, 2020, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Craig Ranch Fitness & Spa

Kids will get up and move at this week's fitness-themed Parents' Night Out at Craig Ranch Fitness & Spa! Kiddos will take on boot camp and team building activities, munch on pizza & strawberries, and watch The Jungle Book together. Call now to reserve your spot! Members + Non-members welcome! **Reservations required by noon Friday, Sept. 25. Contact 214-383-1030 or youthcenter@craigranchfitness.com to save your spot!

HOT STUFF!

September 25, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ The Cove

This year’s Hot Stuff! COVE-id show includes the dirt works of Kerry Randol-Johnston, Margaret Nesmeth, Jennifer Burke, Amanda Taylor, and Steve, Minda and Alex Macias. HOT STUFF! showcases the work of a variety of Ceramic artists, plus offers demos of alternative firings on Saturday. Come watch the magic!!

9/25 Double Down Live @ Lone Star

September 25, 2020, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

The dynamic Duo is back and ready to rock your Friday night! Long time regulars and popular with all, they have an extensive playlist and thrive on your requests! Grab that choice Ranch wine and try a new menu item while your here!

Farmers Market at Chestnut Square

September 26, 2020, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Chestnut Square

Shop the Old-Fashioned Way at the Historic McKinney Farmers Market COME SEE US! Come on down and enjoy an old time market The McKinney Farmers Market runs all year round! Every Saturday April – November 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!

HOT STUFF!

September 26, 2020, 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ The Cove

This year’s Hot Stuff! COVE-id show includes the dirt works of Kerry Randol-Johnston, Margaret Nesmeth, Jennifer Burke, Amanda Taylor, and Steve, Minda and Alex Macias. HOT STUFF! showcases the work of a variety of Ceramic artists, plus offers demos of alternative firings on Saturday. Come watch the magic!!

9/26 Tommy LeBoeuf Live @ Lone Star

September 26, 2020, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

The 80's King is Live tonight! Bring those requests and be ready to rock. He's stoked and ready to play!! There's a lot of new on the menu and we have the perfect wines to pair with all food. Good time Saturday night!!

HOT STUFF!

September 27, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ The Cove

This year’s Hot Stuff! COVE-id show includes the dirt works of Kerry Randol-Johnston, Margaret Nesmeth, Jennifer Burke, Amanda Taylor, and Steve, Minda and Alex Macias. HOT STUFF! showcases the work of a variety of Ceramic artists, plus offers demos of alternative firings on Saturday. Come watch the magic!!

9/27 Eric Erickson Live @ Lone Star

September 27, 2020, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Lone Star Wine Cellars

Put your hands together, we've got Eric Erickson back ! Old time rock and roll, classic and captivating. Sunday Funday with wings, sliders, wine and Eric!

Tuesday Open Mic Night

September 29, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ E.J. Wills Gastropub

The Boutique Guitar Showcase

September 30, 2020, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ The Sanctuary Music & Events Center

Join us on Wednesday September 30 from 6-9pm as The Boutique Guitar Showcase EnTour 2020 visits The Guitar Sanctuary. The Boutique Guitar Showcase features a curated collection of Unique, World Class Instruments handmade by top guitar makers from around the globe, brought together by Jamie Gale and his team. Don't miss this opportunity to see this amazing collection during its only stop in Texas, and have the opportunity to purchase one of these handcrafted instruments!