Justice is Served benefits CASA for Kids 

Justice is Served, a fundraiser for Court Appointed Special Advocates of East Texas, begins 5:30 p.m.Tuesday at the Green Acres Baptist Church, CrossWalk Conference Center, 1607 Troup Highway. Community leaders will serve as celebrity waiters. The event also will have live entertainment and auction items. Tickets and information is available at casaforkidsofet.org. 

Apache Belles hold Spring Show

The Apache Belles, Tyler Junior College’s precision dance team, will present its Spring Show, one of their highlights of the year. See the young women in production numbers featuring several dance styles.  Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday with a matinee 2 p.m. Saturday at Caldwell Auditorium, 300 S. College Ave. Tickets: apachebelles.com.

  

Arp brings back Strawberry Festival

Arp is bringing back its Strawberry Festival, which was once a springtime tradition here. It will begin Friday with displays, vendors, food trucks and a car show followed at 6 p.m. with a street dance featuring Down Home Band. It continues Saturday with vendors and a Kids Space play area with bounce houses and games. 

ETSO, singers present ‘The Creation’

The East Texas Symphony Orchestra under director of Richard Lee will conclude its season with “The Creation,” Haydn’s work for orchestra and choir inspired by God’s creation of Earth as told in the Bible and Milton’s “Paradise Lost.” ETSO will be joined by a mass community choir. Soprano Sylvia D’Eramo, of Tyler, is one of the soloists. The performance is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the University of Texas at Tyler’s Cowan Center. Tickets are available at etso.org or by calling 903-566-7424.

Card 53 brings improv to Liberty 

Card 53, the Tyler-based improvisational comedy troupe, will perform 8 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Hall, 103 E. Erwin St. The actors make up scenes based on audience suggestions. Tickets: liberttyler.com.

Camp Tyler celebrates with Gala 

Camp Tyler celebrates its 75th anniversary 7 p.m. Saturday with a night of music, food and auctions at Tyler Junior College’s Robert M. Rogers Nursing & Health Sciences Center, 1200 E. Fifth St. The Spring Gala’s auction will include items from the outdoor learning center on Lake Tyler collected over the decades. Tickets are available at camptyler.org. 

Taco Trot set Saturday in Jacksonville

The inaugural Taco Trot 5K, an event presented by Southern Multifoods, is set to begin 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Tomato Bowl, 200 Austin St. in Jacksonville. The run benefits the American Cancer Society. Participants will receive a T-shirt and free tacos. To register, go the event’s Faceboook page or active.com. 

Cornhole tournament raises money for CAC

True Vine Brewing Co., 2453 Earl Campbell Parkway, will host the Toss Away Child Abuse Cornhole Tournament beginning 8:30 a.m. Saturday. The event, which benefits the Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County, also will have activities for children and food on site. Information on how to register is on the event’s Facebook page and at cacsmithcounty.ejoinme.org.

Free showing of ‘The Lion King’

Tyler Parks & Recreation will present a free showing of Disney’s animated “The Lion King” at 8 p.m. Saturday in Bergfeld Park, 1520 S. College Ave. 

Lago del Pino restaurant presents Lagopalooza

Lago del Pino, 14706 County Road 1134, will hold its family friendly Lagopalooza noon-9 p.m. Sunday, April 26. The restaurant will have catfish, hot dogs, snow cones and cotton candy. Entertainment will include live music, face painting, bounces houses and a corn hole tournament. Admission: $20, free for children 12 and under.

TJC vocal groups offer concert

The Tyler Junior College Chamber Singers and its pop singing group Harmony & Understanding end the school year with a concert 7 p.m. Tuesday in the college’s Jean Browne Theatre. 

Country singer Conlee due at Liberty

Country singer John Conlee, whose many hits include “Rose Colored Glasses,” “Lady Lay Down” and  “Backside of Thirty,” will perform 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Liberty Hall, 103 E. Erwin St. Tickets are on sale at libertytyler.com. 

First Monday Trades Days is back

First Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Sunday in Canton. It is free to enter grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

65 Roses Gala to benefit CFF

The 65 Roses Gala, a party that raises money for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Northeast Texas Chapter, is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday at a private home. Reservations are required and must be made at cff.org/tyler or by calling 903-944-7931. The Gala will have catered food, drinks and silent auctions.   

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge for admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

TJC Science Center offers stargazing 

The Earth and Space Science Center will hold one of its free Star Party Saturdays from 8-10 p.m. Saturday. See a short film in the planetarium at 8, 8:30 or 9 p.m. and then go out on the plaza where people will be using telescopes for star gazing. 

Free showing of ‘Toy Story 4’

Tyler Parks & Recreation will present a free showing of “Toy Story 4” at 8 p.m. Saturday in Bergfeld Park, 1520 S. College Ave. 

ETYO, Mesquite Symphony play together

East Texas Youth Orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 side-by-side with the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra at 4 p.m. today in Caldwell Auditorium, 300 S. College Ave. The groups will present the same program at 7:30 p.m. May 9 at Mesquite Arts Center as part of Mesquite Symphony’s concert season.

Lindale hosts Piney Woods Wine Festival

More than 20 East Texas wineries will be offering samples of their best products at the 10th Annual Piney Woods Wine Festival 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. M Saturday at Lindale’s Picker’s Pavilion. Besides sampling the best wine in the region, participants can enjoy live music and food and crafts vendors. There will be a $10 fee to enter the wine garden area and an additional charge for each tasting. Tickets are on sale at visitlindale.com.   

TJC Academy of Dance presents ‘Aladdin’

The TJC Academy of Dance will present “Aladdin” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in Caldwell Auditorium, 300 S. College Ave. Under direction of Shurrell Wiebe, the show will feature advanced students. To buy tickets, go to tjc.edu/aladdin. The Academy’s annual recital is set for 11 a.m. Saturday in Caldwell Auditorium. Admission to the recital is $5.

Tyler Civic Theatre stages ‘Breakfast’

Tyler Civic Theatre, 400 Rose Park Drive, is staging “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” in performance 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. A brunch performance on Sunday is sold out. Tickets: tylercivictheatre.com. 

Run Tyler holds Three Peaks Challenge

Run Tyler will hold the Three Peaks Challenge on Saturday morning. Participants in the free 2-mile recreational run must gather at 7:45 a.m. at Pollard Park, 3030 New Copeland Road, to sign a waiver before the run begins at 8 a.m.

Mother’s Day Wine Tour

Sip and Shop Texas is holding its Mother’s Day Wine Tour on Saturday. Women are encouraged to dress up in fancy hats. The tour will depart at noon from ETX Brewing Co., 221 S. Broadway Ave., and visit wineries in the Edom area. Tickets: etxsipandshop.com.

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Civic Theatre continues ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’

Tyler Civic Theatre, 400 Rose Park Drive, is continuing “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” in performances 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available at tylercivictheatre.com.

Master Gardener to give free talk Friday at library

Smith County Master Gardener Elizabeth Waldrop will give tips on gardening 11:30 a.m. Friday at Tyler Public Library, 201 S. College Ave. It will conclude the free garden lecture series.

Lake Country Symphonic band sets 2 concerts

The Lake Country Symphonic Band will perform at 2 p.m. today and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Select Theatre, 114 N. Johnson St. in Mineola. Admission is $7 for adults and $5 for children 11 and younger.  

Go Red promotes heart health in women

The American Heart Association’ Tyler Go Red for Women Luncheon is set for 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Green Acres Baptist Church’s CrossWalk Conference Center, 1607 Troup Highway. The luncheon draws attention to the problem of heart disease in women and offers ways for women to stay heart healthy. It is sponsored UT Health East Texas. Information is available on the event’s Facebook page. 

Tour visits Edom area wineries

Sip and Shop Texas is holding its Spring Wine Tour on Saturday. The tour will depart at noon from ETX Brewing Co., 221 S. Broadway Ave., and visit wineries in the Edom area. Tickets are available at etxsipandshop.com.

Free showing of ‘Frozen II’ in park

Tyler Parks & Recreation will present a free showing of “Frozen II” at 8 p.m. Saturday in Bergfeld Park, 1520 S. College Ave. 

Guitar quartet performs at First Presbyterian

The Canadian Guitar Quartet — Julien Bisaillon, Renaud Cote-Giguere, Bruno Roussel and Louis Trepanier — will give a free concert 7 p.m. Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, 230 W. Rusk St. The quartet has performed with orchestras across Canada and has been featured on radio and television programs.

First Monday Trades Days is back

First Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Sunday in Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Free showing of ‘Sabrina’ in park

Tyler Parks & Recreation will present a free showing of the 1954 movie classic “Sabrina” 8 p.m. Saturday in Bergfeld Park, 1520 S. College Ave. 

Gospel Fest at Marvin Methodist Church 

The Music Ministry at Marvin United Methodist Church, 300 W. Erwin St., will present Gospel Fest 5 p.m. today in the sanctuary. The musical program will feature toe-tapping music of two pianos, the church’s Chancel Choir and soloists

Gallery Main Street opens new exhibition 

Gallery Main Street, located in the in atrium of Plaza Tower, 110 N. College Ave., will hold a reception 5-7 p.m. Thursday to open its new exhibition, a one-man show by Tyler Shelton, a Tyler artist whose colorful style pays homage to pop culture. The reception is free and open to all. The show will remain on view through July 7.  

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tyler Botanic Garden opens in section of Rose Garden

The city of Tyler will hold free events 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday to mark the completion of the Tyler Botanic Garden in Tyler Rose Rose Garden. Events will include tours of the garden, presentations, music and activities for children. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for 11:30 a.m. In conjunction with the celebration, Smith County Master Gardeners will host a conference, “Miracles in the Garden,” noon-4 p.m. in Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive. Speakers will offer ideas on how personalize and add design elements to a garden. Tickets cost $45 will be available at the door. Information: txmg.org .

Tyler Area Builders Parade of Homes opens Saturday 

About 40 homes will be open on Tyler Area Builders Association’s annual Parade of Homes. The tour begins Saturday and runs through June 14. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and June 13, 2-6 p.m. Sunday and June 14, 5-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 3-8 p.m. Friday. Tickets cost $10 for adults  and $5 for children 12 and younger. Tickets will be sold at each home and several places in advance. For information on ticket sites and locations of the homes, go to tylerareabuilders.com. 

Tyler Area Builders Parade of Homes continues 

About 40 homes will be open on Tyler Area Builders Association’s Parade of Homes, which runs through June 14. Hours are 2-6 p.m. today, 5-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 3-8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Tickets will be sold at each home and several places in advance. For information on ticket sites and locations of the homes, go to tylerareabuilders.com. 

Wine tour celebrates ‘Golden Girls’

Sip and Shop Texas is holding its “Golden Girls” wine tour on Saturday. Women are encouraged to come ass their favorite character from the hit 1980s’ sitcom. The tour will depart at noon from ETX Brewing Co., 221 S. Broadway Ave., and visit wineries in the Edom area. Tickets are available at etxsipandshop.com.

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Black Beauty Ranch offers Wild Impact Experience 

The Cleveland Armory Black Beauty Ranch, 12526 County Road 3806 near Murchison, will offer its Wild Impact Experience on Saturday. It’s an opportunity for people over 18 to spend a day working with the staff at the 1,400-acre animal sanctuary. The cost is $99. Reservations are required: 903-469-3811, extension 105; or thanson@@fundforanimals org.  

Cattle Barons’ Gala set Saturday at Texas Rose Horse Park 

The Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala, “Pistols and Pearls,” will take place Saturday night at the Texas Rose Horse Park, Texas Highway 110 at I-20. The fundraiser for the American Cancer Society will feature Southwestern cuisine, drawings, auctions and a concert headlined by Aaron Watson. Tickets and information:  tylercattlebaronsgala.org. 

Jacksonville celebrates Tomato Fest with events Saturday

Thousands are expected to converge in downtown Jacksonville for the annual Tomato Fest. Attractions include five blocks of vendors, a farmers market, entertainment, demonstrations, displays and car/motorcycle show. Highlights include the tomato eating, tomato peeling and salsa making contests. The festival ends at 7 p.m. with the Chili’s Grill & Bar street dance. 

Tyler Area Builders Parade of Homes ends today 

Tyler Area Builders Association’s annual Parade of Homes ends today. The homes will be open 2-6 p.m. today,.Tickets cost $10 for adults  and $5 for children 12 and younger. Tickets will be sold at each home. For information on  locations of the homes, go to tylerareabuilders.com. 

Edom area wineries focus of tour

Sip and Shop Texas is holding its Summer Wine Tour on Saturday. The tour will depart at noon from ETX Brewing Co., 221 S. Broadway Ave., and visit wineries in the Edom area. Tickets are available at etxsipandshop.com.

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through July 5 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Freedom Fighter 5K at Bergfeld Park

The Freedom Fighter 5K and Kids Dash will take place Saturday at Bergfeld Park, 1510 S. College Ave. The event benefits Boot Campaign, a nonprofit organization that helps veterans. Race volunteers will be in the park beginning at 6:30 a.m. to hand out race packets and register participants. The Kids Dash will start at 7:30 a.m. followed by the 5K. To register, go to run’s Facebook page. 

Marvin Church presents Patriotic Extravaganza

The Music Ministry at Marvin United Methodist Church, 300 W. Erwin St., will present a Patriotic Spectacular 4 p.m. Saturday in its sanctuary. The free program includes works by John Williams and Mack Wilberg, a patriotic sing-along and readings from imporant American texts. 

First Monday Trades Days ends today

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest flea markets in the United States, ends for the month in Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Gallery Main Street opens new exhibition 

Gallery Main Street, located in the in atrium of Plaza Tower, 110 N. College Ave., will hold a reception 5-7 p.m. Saturday to open its new exhibition, a one-man show by Tyler photographer John Deaton. The reception is free and open to all. The show will remain on view through Sept. 8.

Black Beauty Ranch offers Wild Impact Experience 

The Cleveland Armory Black Beauty Ranch, 12526 County Road 3806 near Murchison, will offer its Wild Impact Experience on Saturday. It’s an opportunity for people over 18 to spend a day working with the staff at the 1,400-acre animal sanctuary. The cost is $99. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 903-469-3811, extension 105; or by sending an email to thanson@@fundforanimals org.  

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Aug. 2 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday, Saturday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. On the second Saturday of each month, is the free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m. Saturday, the museum will have refreshments and art projects. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on both days.

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Sept. 6 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

The Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose City Triathlon

 

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Gallery Main Street opens new exhibition 

Gallery Main Street, located in the in atrium of Plaza Tower, 110 N. College Ave., will hold a reception 5-7 p.m. Saturday  to open its new exhibition, “Secrets of the Garden.” The reception is free and open to all. The show will remain on view through Nov. 10.  

Black Beauty Ranch offers Wild Impact Experience 

The Cleveland Armory Black Beauty Ranch, 12526 County Road 3806 near Murchson, will offer one of its Wild Impact Experience 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Its an opportunity for people over 18 who want to spend a day working with the staff at the 1,400-acre animal sanctuary. The cost is $99. Reservations are required: 903-469-3811, extension 105; or thanson@@fundforanimals org.  

 

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Oct. 4 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Lake Country Symphonic band sets concerts

The Lake Country Symphonic Band will perform at 2 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Select Theatre, 114 N. Johnson St. in Mineola. Admission is $7 for adults and $5 for children 11 and younger.  

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Nov. 1 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Gallery Main Street opens new exhibition 

Gallery Main Street, located in the in atrium of Plaza Tower, 110 N. College Ave., will hold a reception 5-7 p.m. Saturday to open its new exhibition, a one-man show by Tyler artist John Deaton. The reception is free and open to all. The show will remain on view through Jan. 5, 2021.

Black Beauty Ranch offers Wild Impact Experience 

The Cleveland Armory Black Beauty Ranch, 12526 County Road 3806 near Murchson, will offer one of its Wild Impact Experience 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Its an opportunity for people over 18 who want to spend a day working with the staff at the 1,400-acre animal sanctuary. The cost is $99. Reservations are required: 903-469-3811, extension 105; or thanson@@fundforanimals org.  

First Monday Trades Days is back

The first Monday Trades Days, one of the largest monthly flea markets in the United States, runs Thursday through Dec. 6 just west of downtown Canton. It is free to enter the grounds but people who own nearby lots charge to park. 

Tyler Museum of Art is free Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, does not charge admission. A docent will give a tour of the exhibits at 11 a.m. The museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tyler Museum presents Family Day on Saturday 

On the second Saturday of each month, Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon Ave. on the Tyler Junior College campus, holds its free Family Day. From 2-4 p.m., the museum will have refreshments and interactive art projects that relate to its exhibits. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. 

Lake Country Symphonic band sets holiday concerts

The Lake Country Symphonic Band will perform holiday favorites at 2 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Select Theatre, 114 N. Johnson St. in Mineola. Admission is $7 for adults and $5 for children 11 and younger.