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Rise and shine, Grapevine Lake!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Main Street Fest returns, Train-A-Palooza rolls in, and St. Patrick’s corgi parade struts by + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Grapevine Lake protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Celebrate creativity and community: Grapevine’s 42nd Annual Main Street Fest returns to Historic Downtown May 15 to 17 with family fun, live music, a carnival and midway, and local shopping near Grapevine Lake — get all the event details.
Arlington champions regional cleanup: North Texas Cleanup Challenge runs through May 31, inviting Grapevine Lake neighbors to collect litter. The community winner earns recognition at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Festival — see how to participate.
Family playtime adventures await: Peppa Pig Theme Park in nearby North Richland Hills celebrates its first anniversary, with promotions included with admission. The final day of activities and Turning One photo ops is today — see dates and activities included.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pho without the fuss: Whether you want a steaming bowl of phở, a crisp spring roll, or a banh mi that survives the drive, Viet Fast Food satisfies weeknight cravings with speed, flavor, and comfort. No frills, just the hits, made quick and consistent.
Stash upgrade time: From Tula Pink and Kaffe classics to batiks, Tilda, patterns, and those notions you swore you wouldn’t collect, Quilt Country sparks ideas and helps you actually finish something. Classes, quick color matches, and color-soaked aisles keep the momentum going, so you leave inspired and ready to sew at home.
Retro-comfort, right here: Local Diner serves fluffy pancakes, legit patty melts, and time-machine milkshakes without the fuss. It’s the low-key spot for an easy breakfast or lunch when your week needs friendly, no-frills fuel, and a quick reset.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎨 March Paint & Sip: Van Gogh’s Irises @ Theatre Coppell | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – If your walls need less beige and more Van Gogh, head to Coppell Arts Center for a Paint and Sip inspired by his Irises. Follow the instructor or go rogue, no experience needed, supplies included, drinks for sale, water’s the only BYO, grab a ticket.
🎺 4th Annual Texas Brass Fest @ Carroll Fine Arts Complex (Southlake) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – British-style brass takes over Southlake as ten Texas bands square off at the Carroll Fine Arts Complex. Think NABBA judging, quick marches, and showy solos, plus vendors, food trucks, and kid-friendly distractions. It’s loud, proud, and way classier than the garage trumpet days.
🚂 Train-A-Palooza @ Grapevine Convention Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – All aboard for Grapevine’s 12th annual model train takeover, with operating layouts in every gauge, a Choo Choo Express for the kids, and vendors. Free shuttle from TexRail, free parking, concessions, door prizes, plus a Lionel collector’s club table for purists. High nostalgia, low stress.
🧘 Strong Bones, Steady Soul: A Yoga Workshop for Healthy Bones @ Be Here Yoga (Southlake) | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Return the favor and roll out a mat for a bone-savvy yoga workshop at Be Here Yoga. Learn alignment, safe strength-building, and everyday habits that boost bone density, balance, and independence. Less creaking on the stairs, more swagger at brunch, no headstands required.
🍎 Flower Mound Farmers Market @ Flower Mound Farmers Market | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Think your tomatoes deserve better than the grocery aisle? Hit the Flower Mound Farmers Market every Sunday for fresh fruits and veggies, artisanal baked goods, handmade crafts, locally sourced meats, honey, and neighbor-watching. Bring a friend, or the whole crew, and call it family time.
🎈 The Gazillion Bubble Show @ Coppell Arts Center | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re corralling grandkids or just your inner eight-year-old, The Gazillion Bubble Show is a fizzy, soap-powered spectacle that actually lives up to its name. Expect giant orbs, gleeful chaos, and zero cleanup at your place. Snag tickets at Findtick.com, before they, ahem, pop.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day British Car/Motorcycle Show/Corgi Parade @ The British Emporium | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – St. Patrick’s Day calls for pints, green, and apparently British classics with a Corgi parade, because why not. Bring the family, costume up, and stroll past gleaming cars and bikes. It’s free, toss in canned goods for GRACE, and your ride needn’t be pristine.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Grapevine Lake report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly cloudy. Low around 68, with temperatures rising to around 70 overnight. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 58%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 61, with temperatures rising to around 64 overnight. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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