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Hi Grapevine Lake, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Airbnb World Cup hosting windfall, massive Texas thrift hauls, and award-winning North Texas beers + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
DFW hosting opportunity emerges: Airbnb is offering incentives to Tarrant County residents around Grapevine Lake for World Cup home listings. New hosts who welcome guests by July 31 could earn up to $4,400 — see who qualifies and when.
Treasure troves for deal hunters: A recent list spotlights 11 massive Texas thrift stores, with big finds in Arlington and Dallas, from endless racks to bargain housewares that Grapevine Lake thrifters will appreciate — check out the full list.
Statewide brewing accolades revealed: The Texas Craft Brewers Guild has named its 2026 Cup winners, including nearby 3 Nations Brewing, Four Bullets, and Odd Muse. Find out which North Texas beers took home honors — see the full winners list.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Smash, sizzle, repeat: Big Zaddy’s Burger Co.turns weeknights into treat nights with handcrafted smashburgers, crispy wings, and indulgent desserts that make “just one more bite” seem reasonable. Put Zaddy Sauce on anything, call it meal prep, and smile… because future you will understand.
Roll into the week: Need a midweek lift? Galaxy Skate in Grapevine serves classic rink vibes with themed nights, lessons, karaoke rooms, and an updated arcade…a nostalgia trip with better playlists under retro lights. Expect low-pressure, high-fun cardio on wheels.
Local history, zero dust: Tucked inside the Settlement to City complex, Grapevine Historical Museum lines up frontier vignettes, cotton-town artifacts, and small-town nostalgia for an easy, satisfying wander you can pair with a Main Street coffee. Ideal for a rainy hour, classroom escape, or a quick spark of kid curiosity.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Grapevine Lake for grown ups
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🍓 Florida Strawberry Truckload Sale @ JOANN Fabric and Craft Stores (1250 William D Tate Ave, Grapevine, TX) | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Fresh Florida strawberries, straight from the field to the Joann Fabrics parking lot, because Grapevine has its priorities. Swing by this blink-and-you-miss-it truck sale for an 8‑lb box of berries, Elliot pecans, and South Dakota honey, first come, first served. Bring cash or card.
📚 Dreamers & Readers Festival @ Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center | Thursday (3/5) at 11:00 PM – Dust off your wings, polish your reading glasses, and head to Dallas for a build-your-own-adventure fantasy ball. Expect a three-day bookish expo, seven themed balls, VIP mischief, and Black Fae Day’s Empress of the Shade, basically choose-your-own-quest for grownups with library cards.
🎭 Oil’s Well That Ends Well @ Texas Star Dinner Theater | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Pull up a chair for an interactive comedy wake where our dearly loathed oil tycoon meets his maker, plus a three-course dinner. You’ll trade clues between bites, side-eye the widow, and suspect the wildcatters. Coffee, tea, and water included, your tab for tips and tipples.
☪ Eid Ul Fitr Exhibition @ The Elmore Hotel | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Pop into The Elmore Hotel in Southlake for an Eid exhibition packed with embroidered outfits, classic cuts, modern prints, and jewelry that catches the light, not just your sleeve. Free admission, free parking, and zero judgment if you call it window shopping, then leave sparkling.
🎨 Kaleidoscope: A Celebration of Art & Cultures @ Old Town Coppell | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats a global getaway in Old Town Coppell, no passport required. Kaleidoscope brings live performances, world cuisines, and hands-on activities that actually keep the kids busy, and if you have wares or wisdom to share, vendors can apply at coppelltx.gov/kaleidoscope.
🎨 Nora Fleming Paint Your Own Easter Egg @ ooh la la! | Sunday (3/8) at 5:30 PM – Whether your Nora Fleming minis have a fan club or you’re new to the Teeny Tray, ooh la la! hosts a paint-your-own Easter egg night in Downtown Grapevine. Paint an egg mini, get a tray, and enjoy refreshments. Limited seats, buy ahead, grab the girls.
🍷 Austin Hope Wine Tasting @ Kirby’s Steakhouse | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Whether you can recite Paso vintages, or just like a glass that refills itself, this monthly tasting serves Austin Hope wines, chef’s hors d’oeuvres, a dash of education, and specially priced bottles to take home. Grown-up homework, tasty answers, quality catch-up time.
Live music & entertainment:
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: 79°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 33%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South southeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 88%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy. Low around 58, with temperatures rising to around 61 overnight. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
Set on an oversized greenspace lot with no rear neighbors, this Toll Brothers stunner blends privacy and convenience minutes from DFW Airport. A foyer opens to a great room with an 11-foot tray ceiling and dual sliders. The kitchen features a quartz island and walk-in pantry. Highlights include a main-level suite, loft, travertine courtyard with fireplace, and three-car garage.
Take a peek inside →
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