THURSDAY

1 to 5 p.m. — “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, and “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, are on display at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Free. Visit www.dentonarts.com  or call 940-382-2787.

8 p.m. — Third annual Summer Arts Festival: “Student Works,” hosted by the UNT Depart­ment of Dance and Theatre at the Studio Theatre in UNT’s Radio, Television, Film and Performing Arts Building, at the corner of Welch and Chestnut streets. Tickets are $5-$7.50. Call 940-565-2428 or visit www.danceandtheatre.unt.edu .

FRIDAY

1 to 5 p.m. — “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, and “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, are on display at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Free. Visit www.dentonarts.com  or call 940-382-2787.

8 p.m. — Third annual Summer Arts Festival: “Student Works,” hosted by the UNT Depart­ment of Dance and Theatre at the Studio Theatre in UNT’s Radio, Television, Film and Performing Arts Building, at the corner of Welch and Chestnut streets. Tickets are $5-$7.50. Call 940-565-2428 or visit www.danceandtheatre.unt.edu .

9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. — Kenny as the King brings his Elvis Presley tribute show to the Broken Spoke Saloon, 5008 S. Stem­mons Freeway, Lake Dallas. Visit www.kennyastheking.com  or call 817-565-6798.

SATURDAY

8 a.m. — St. Jo’s Fourth of July event, including fun on the St. Jo city square at 8 a.m. and volleyball and horseshoe tournaments at 9 a.m. at Boggess Park. Music, parades, games and contests for all ages; fireworks begin at 6 p.m. Call 940-995-9447.

9 a.m. to 10 p.m. — Lake Cities Fourth of July Celebration at Lake Dallas City Park, with free festivities and nighttime fireworks. For more information, contest entry forms and a complete schedule of events, visit www.lakecitiesfourth.com .

5:30 p.m. — Freedomfest at Rancho de la Roca Retreat Ranch, 2459 W. Blackjack Road in Aubrey. Admission costs $5 per person, free for kids 3 and younger. Activities will include: pedal boats, canoes, fishing (bring your own gear), sand volleyball, basketball, playground, inflatables, kids’ craft corner, petting zoo, kiddie train and music. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. Food and drinks may be purchased at the Chicken Coop Cafe. No alcohol or dogs allowed. Call 940-365-7625 or 940-390-9184, e-mail tb@ranchoroca.com or visit www.ranchoroca.com .

SUNDAY

1 to 5 p.m. — “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, and “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, are on display at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Free. Visit www.dentonarts.com  or call 940-382-2787.

MONDAY

6:30 to 8 p.m. — Job seekers’ program at the Computer Learning and Instruction Center (CLIC) at North Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust St. Staff will assist applicants in opening e-mail accounts, searching and applying for job openings and creating resumes. Free. Program offered on the first and third Mondays of each month. Call Terri Sharp at 940-349-8776 or e-mail terri.sharp@cityofdenton.com .

TUESDAY

1 to 5 p.m. — “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, and “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, are on display at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Free. Visit www.dentonarts.com  or call 940-382-2787.

WEDNESDAY

1 to 5 p.m. — “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, and “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, are on display at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Free. Visit www.dentonarts.com or call 940-382-2787.

2 p.m. — Internet basics class at South BranchLibrary, 3228 Teasley Lane. The class will cover basics such as getting and using an e-mail account, using search engines, finding sites on the Internet, and evaluating the reliability of information found online. For more information or to register, call 940-349-8726 or e-mail fred.kamman@cityofdenton.com .

MUSIC

Andy’s Bar Thurs: Small Time Ruffians, Manned Missiles, River Mouth, 9:30pm. Fri: Joey Cape, Jon Snodgrass, Cory Branan, 9:30pm. Sat: Victor Gann, Montauk, Hydramelody 9:30pm. Each Tues, open-mic night; sign-up at 9pm. 122 N. Locust St. 940-565-5400. www.myspace.com/andysbar .

Art Six Coffee House Fri: Meredith Dobbs, 9pm. Wed: Open mic night, 8pm. Music, plays and gallery shows in a house converted into an arts space. No cover. No smoking inside. 424 Bryan St. 940-484-2786. www.myspace.com/artsixcoffee .

Banter Tues: First Tuesday with Mister Joe and friend, 8 to 11pm. Each Thurs, open mic night, 9pm-mdnt, free. 219 W. Oak St. 940-565-1638.

Boiler Room Thurs: The Heelers, Macon Greyson, the Sideshow Tragedy, Boxcar Bandits, 9:30pm. Doors open at 8pm. Cover varies. 101 W. Hickory St. 940-566-5483. www.theboilerroomdenton.com .

Cool Beans Live music and films on rooftop patio. All-ages before 9pm; 21 & up after 9pm. 1210 W. Hickory St. 940-382-7025.

Dan’s Silverleaf Thurs: Janny McClure, Thad Bonduris, 5:30pm. Fri: The Drams, the Slow Burners, Jenn Gooch, 10pm. Sat: Zest of Yore, 10pm. Sun: Whiskey Glass Eye, Kody R. Jackson, Ashley Porter-Cromeens, 9pm. Mon: Paul Slavens, 10:30pm. 103 Industrial St. 940-320-2000. www.danssilverleaf.com .

The Drink 125 Ave. A. 940-591-0789. www.thedrinkonfry.com .

Frilly’s Seafood Bayou Kitchen 1925 Denison St. 940-243-2126.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Each Mon, Joe Tucker, 6-9pm, free. 115 Industrial St. 940-380-8226.

The Garage Each Mon, open-mic night, 10pm. 113 Ave. A. 940-383-0045. www.thedentongarage.com .

The Greenhouse Live jazz, each Mon & Thurs at 10pm, free. 600 N. Locust St. 940-484-1349. www.greenhouserestaurantdenton.com .

Hailey’s Club Fri: Delmore Pilcrow, Matthew Gray (of Matthew and the Arrogant Sea), Spooky Folk, Clint Niosi, 9pm, $5-$7. Sat: Indentondance Day with DJs Nature, Tommy Boy, Fur, Females and Yeahdef and bands Neon Indian, Damaged Goods, Darktown Strutters, Fizzy Dino Pop, Cartright, Kashioboy, 6pm, $5-$7. 122 W. Mul­berry St. 940-323-1160. www.haileysclub.com .

Hydrant Cafe Thurs: Younger Sons, 7-8pm, Mark Apel, 8:30-9:30pm, Julian Pastrana, 10-11pm. Fri: Sam Reid Quintet, 7:30-10:30pm. Mon: New Science Projects, Ryan Thomas Becker, the Heartstring Stranglers, Joey Kendall, Kids of Cons, 7:30-11:30pm. Tues: Moosehound Trio, 9pm-12am. 208 W. Oak St. 940-384-0033. www.hydrantcafe.com .

J&J’s Pizza Live music in basement bar of restaurant on the Square. 118 W. Oak St. 940-382-7769.

Lowbrows Beer and Wine Garden Each Thurs, Fri and Sat, open-mic night with host Gary Anderson, free. 200 S. Washington St., Pilot Point. 940-686-3801. www.lowbrows.us .

Miguelito’s Mexican Restaurant Each Fri & Sat, live music. 420 E. McKinney St. 940-566-1671.

Pilot Point Community Opera House Nonprofit fine arts facility with music and shows. 110 S. Wash­ington St., Pilot Point. 940-686-0737. www.myspace.com/pilotpointoperahouse .

R Bar Cover varies. 827 Eagle Drive. 940-320-0405.

Rock­in’ Rodeo Cover varies. 1009 Ave. C. 940-565-6611. www.rockinrodeodenton.com .

Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studios Thurs: Astronautilus, Matthew Gray, Delves Into the Humanity Pools With The Six Foot Saucer Pot People, Hello Lover, 9pm, $10. Fri: Teenage Cool Kids (LP release party), Angry Businessmen (reunion show), Fungi Girls, Hot Times, 9pm, $4. Sat: Riverboat Gamblers, Red City Radio, Bad Sports, the Uptown Bums, 7pm, $10. Tues: Golden Animals, Violent Squid, 9pm, $5. Wed: Little Birds, Kory and the Comrades, 9pm, $5. 411 E. Syca­more St. 940-387-7781. www.rubberglovesdentontx.com .

Two Charlies Each Wed, Joe Tucker, 9pm-midnight. 809 Sunset St. 940-891-1100.

FUTURE BOOKINGS

July 15 — Extended deadline to register for the University of North Texas mariachi camp until July 15. Bilingual instructors are available. The camp is open to intermediate- and advanced-level mariachi players in sixth through 12th grade. Students participating will have the opportunity to improve their musical skills at singing or playing the trumpet, violin, guitar, vihuela or guitarrón, while also building relationships with UNT, its students and other mariachis. The camp is July 28 to August 1 at UNT’s Music Building, located at the SE corner of Ave. C and Chestnut St., and UNT’s University Union, located one block west of Welch and West Prairie streets. Students will stay in Bruce Hall adjacent to the Music Building. Registration is $150. A limited number of scholarships are available if financial need can be demonstrated. Registration covers the cost of housing, meals, tuition, materials and music. For more information or for registration forms, visit http://www.music.unt.edu/about/workshops , call 940-369-7973 or e-mail Donna.Emmanuel@unt.edu .

10 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday, July 11 – Book sale at the North Branch Library Meeting Room, 3020 North Locust. Friends of the Library members get in free, children under 12 free, general admission for non-members is $1. No credit cards accepted. All proceeds benefit Denton Public Libraries. For more information, call 940-349-8752, e-mail library@cityofdenton.com  or visit http://library.cityofdenton.com/ .

8 a.m. Aug. 1 — “Run the Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge 5K and Family Fun Walk,” starting on the Lake Dallas side of the bridge off I-35E and Swisher Road. The 5K race is limited to 2,500 runners, and registration is $35. Register online at www.runlltb.com  by July 17. Participants who wish to walk the bridge are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item for area food banks. Call Shannon Fields at 940-497-2226 or visit www.runlltb.com .

IN THE REGION

July 6-10 — Summer Day Camp session 3: “Amazing Animals,” for ages 6-8, at Frank Buck Zoo,1000 W. California St., Gainesville. Learn about amazing animal adaptations, like why giraffes have long necks and why flamingos are pink. Camp includes up-close animal encounters, behind-the-scene tours, crafts, snacks, animal videos, games, swimming and more. Cost is $150. Call 940-668-4539 or visit www.frankbuckzoo.com .

8 p.m. Saturday, July 11 — Flower Mound Coffeehouse: Mugs & Music presents Idgy Vaughn and Border Blasters at the Congregation Kol Ami auditorium, 1887 Timber Creek Road, Flower Mound. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $12-$15. Call 972-539-1938, e-mail office@kolami-tx.org  or visit www.flowermoundcoffeehouse.com .

July 13-17 — Summer Day Camp session 4: “Wild Jobs,” for ages 9-13, at Frank Buck Zoo, 1000 W. California St., Gainesville. Campers can find out what it’s like to work with animals and what it takes to work at a zoo. Camp includes up-close animal encounters, behind-the-scene tours, crafts, snacks, animal videos, games, swimming and more. Cost is $150. Call 940-668-4539 or visit www.frankbuckzoo.com .

LITERARY EVENTS

Emily Fowler Central Library 502 Oakland St. 9am-6pm Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat; 9am-9pm Tues & Thurs; 1-5pm Sun. 940-349-8712.

North Branch Library 3020 N. Locust St. 9am-9pm Mon-Wed, 9am-6pm Thurs-Sat, 1-5pm Sun. 940-349-8756.

l Second Friday Movie Free family feature at 4pm on the 2nd Fri of each month. To find out what’s showing, call 940-349-8780. Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

l Chess Night Casual, non-tournament play, 6pm Mondays.

l Denton Community Network computer courses Call 940-349-8757.

l Secondhand Prose Friends of the Denton Public Libraries’ fundraising bookstore is open 9am-3pm Mon & Sat

South Branch Library 3228 Teasley Lane. Noon-9pm Mon; 9am-6pm Tues, Thurs-Sat; 9am-9pm Wed; 1-5pm Sun. 940-349-8251.

l First Friday Movie Free family feature at 4pm on the 1st Fri of each month. To guess what movie, call 940-349-8252 for a hint. Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

POINTS OF INTEREST

The Bayless-Selby House Museum, restored Victorian-style home built in 1898. 317 W. Mulberry St. Tues-Sat 10am-noon and 1-3pm. Free. Handicapped accessible. Regular special events and workshops. 940-349-2865. www.dentoncounty.com/bsh .

Denton County African American Museum, 317 W. Mulberry St., part of Bayless-Selby House Museum. Features exhibits of historic black families in the county, including artwork and quilting, and personal items of the lady of the house. Free. Tues-Sat 10am-noon and 1-3pm. www.dentoncounty.com/dcaam .

Bethlehem in Denton County, a small gallery displaying a personal collection of more than 2,500 nativities. Open evenings and weekends, by appointment only. Located 6 miles north of Denton. Free. Small groups and children welcome. Call 940-458-3563 evenings/weekends to schedule your visit. www.bethlehemindentonco.com .

Cicada Trail Self-guided nature walk at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 972-219-3930 for directions. Admission is $5 per person with children ages 5 and under free.

Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum Exhibits include photos of Denton communities, historic Hispanic and black families, farm and ranching artifacts, and special collections including South­west American Indian and Denton Coun­ty pottery, pressed glass and weaponry. Research materials, county cemetery records, genealogical info, photographs. 110 W. Hickory St. 10-4:30 Mon-Fri and 11-3 Sat, closed holidays. Free. Special monthly exhibits and lectures. Call 940-349-2850 or visit www.dentoncounty.com/chos .

Denton County Farmers Market Local farmers sell fresh seasonal vegetables and fruit Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings starting at 8 a.m. At the corner of Mulberry Street and Car­roll Boulevard, in the parking lot by the Bayless-Selby House Museum. Market closes if it sells out before noon.

Denton County Historical Museum Inc. and Texas Heritage Center depicts life in Denton County from mid-1800s through 1950s. Exhibits for all ages. Documents, photographs, records relevant to county history. Family research center. 5800 N. I-35 at exit 470. 10am-5pm Tues-Sat. Free. 940-380-0877.

Denton Firefighters Museum, at 332 E. Hickory St., offers a collection of firefighting memorabilia from the 1800s to the present. 8am-5pm Mon-Fri. Closed on city holidays. Free and handicapped accessible.

Gowns of the First Ladies of Texas Created in 1940, exhibit features garments worn by wives of governors of Texas. 8am-5pm Mon-Fri. Admi­n­is­tra­tion Conference Tower, TWU campus. Free, reservations req. 940-898-3644.

Hangar Ten Flying Museum WWII aircraft on display including Lockheed 10A, Beech Aircraft Stagger Wing, PT22 & Piper L-4. Mon-Sat 8 am-3 pm. 1945 Matt Wright Lane. Free. 940-565-1945.

Little Chapel-in-the-Woods Built in 1939, one of 20 outstanding architectural achievements in Texas. Daily 8am-5pm, except on university holidays or when booked for weddings, weekends by appointment only, TWU campus. 940-898-3644.

SENIORS

American Legion Building 629 Lakey in Fred Moore Park. 10am-3:30pm Mon- Fri, 7-10:30pm Thurs. 940-349-8298.

Denton Senior Center Offers daily lunches, classes, travel, health services & numerous drop-in activities. 8am-9pm Mon-Fri. 509 N. Bell Ave. 940-349-8280. www.dentonseniorcenter.com.

l Dancing and potluck, live big band & country music every second and fourth Friday, 7-9:30pm, $5.

l Movies 6pm each Wed. Free for Den­ton seniors. $1 for popcorn and soda.

l SPAN noon meal each Mon-Fri. $1.50 for seniors age 60 & older, $3.50 for those younger than 60.

NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association) meets at 11:30am every 4th Friday at Golden Corral on Loop 288. All members and other federal employees are invited. Call 940-382-6049.

RSVP Referral & placement service for volunteers age 55 & older. 1400 Cres­cent St. 940-383-1508.

ACTIVITIES

Friday night community dances at Denton Senior Center from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Friday of each month. Dances are open to all adults and include live music and refreshments. Dance hosts will be present to dance with unaccompanied ladies. Admission is $5. The Senior Center is at 509 N. Bell Ave. Call 940-349-8720.

Green Space Arts Collective Ballet, tap, jazz, modern, salsa, swing and African dance classes for children and adults; preschool playshop; theater workshop for ages 7-12; Hatha yoga for adults. 529 Malone St. 940-387-2722.

Achievers Gymnastics Recreational and competitive cheerleading and gymnastics for boys and girls ages 1-18. Call 940-484-4900 for schedules and pricing. www.achieversgymnastics.com .

Harps Over Texas Autoharp Club Jamming as well as help for new and experienced players. All acoustic instruments welcome. 7pm, Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1424 Stuart Road. 4th Tues each month. 940-382-3248.

The Triangle Squares Local square dancing group meets at 7:30pm 1st and 3rd Fridays each month at Denton Senior Center, 509 N. Bell Ave. Starts with early rounds and workshops. Grand march starts at 8pm. Non-members pay $6 per person, members get in free. Call 940-323-8999.

l Mainstream dance lessons at 7 pm each Tuesday at 1424 Stuart Road in Denton.

YOGA

Denia Recreation Center Yoga Connection classes are at 9am, 5:45pm and 7:15pm Mon & Wed. Classes are at noon Tues & Thurs emphasize gentle, restorative yoga. Call Crystal at 940-231-1077 or Julie at 940-391-3822.

Denton Yoga Center offers classes with certified Anusara Yoga instructor Becky Klett. 118 W. Congress St. 940-382-3430. www.dentonyogacenter.com .

Green Space Arts Collective Wed: Hatha yoga for adults, 6-7pm, $10 or $50 for six. 529 Malone St. 940-387-2722.

Hatha Yoga classes taught by Becky Klett for all levels Monday through Friday at North Lakes Recreation Center, 2001 W. Windsor Drive. For more information, class times and prices, call 940-382-3430.

Power Yoga and Beyond teaches Ashtanga athletic yoga. $50 per month, $40 for students. 307 S. Locust St. 940-597-4047.

Private lessons offered by Pat Colonna, a registered teacher with the Yoga Alliance, within Denton city limits. Cost is $50 per 90-minute session; only your space limits the number of students. Call 940-387-5638.

VISUAL ARTS

Art Six Coffee House 424 Bryan St. Mon-Sat 9am-midnight. 940-484-2786.

Banter 219 W. Oak St. 940-565-1638.

The Cupboard Cafe 200 W. Congress St. 940-387-5386.

Cora Stafford Gallery In UNT’s Oak Street Hall, 1120 W. Oak St. Mon-Fri 2-5pm or by appointment. 940-368-1366.

Denton Center for the Visual Arts 400 E. Hickory St. Free. Tues-Sat 1-5pm. 940-382-2787. www.dentonarts.com.

l “Nature’s Poetic Vision,” David Blow’s photos combining natural photography with digitally manipulated images, is on display in the Gough Gallery through July 22.

l “Hidden Artists: Those Who Teach,” featuring the work of local art educators, is on display in the Meadows Gallery through July 19.

Elements of Design Home accent store with permanent display of art glass by Polish artist Stanislaw Borowski. 115 W. Hickory St. Mon-Sat 10:30am-5:30pm. 940-243-0870.

Gallery 010 in the TWU student union, at the corner of Bell Avenue and Ad­min­istration Drive. Mon-Thurs 8-9; Fri 8-5; Sun 1-9. Free.

Green Space Arts Collective Gallery hours are Mon 5-6:30pm, Tues-Wed 4-7pm, and by appointment by calling 940-387-2722. 529 Malone St.

Jupiter House 114 N. Locust St. 940-387-7100.

Oxide Gallery Commercial gallery in Linwood-Alford Florist. 501 W. Hickory St. 940-483-8900

TWU East and West galleries in the TWU Fine Arts Building, at Oakland Street and Pioneer Circle. Free. Mon-Fri 9-4; weekends by appointment. 940-898-2530.

UNT Art Gallery in Art Build­ing on UNT campus. Tues-Sat noon-5pm. Free. 1201 W. Mulberry St. at Welch. Groups by appointment only. 940-565-4005 or 940-565-4316. www.art.unt.edu .

UNT University Union Gallery UNT Union, 400 Ave A. 8am-10pm Mon-Sat. 940-565-3829. www.unt.edu/union/gallery.htm.

Visual Arts Society of Texas Mem­ber organization of the Greater Denton Arts Council offers community and continuing education for local visual artists, professional and amateur. Meet­ings are at the Center for the Visual Arts, 400 E. Hickory St. Monthly meetings include mini-shows and demonstrations by visiting artists. Two annual juried exhibits. Critique groups and workshops. Visit www.vastarts.org  or e-mail Executive Director Jo Williams at texjo@msn.com .

FUN & GAMES

Lantana Lodge & Marina at Ray Roberts Lake in Pilot Point. 30-room hotel resort near south edge of 500-acre Jordan State Park. Trail rides on horseback, wagon rides, overnight trail rides, private receptions and parties in rustic air-conditioned barn. Marina offers boat valet, floating chef. 2200 FM1192. 1-866-LANTANA. www.lantanalodge.net .

Skydive Texas Tandem jump course and jump (including training and free-fall); accelerated freefall course. From I-35 in Den­ton, go 15.7 miles west on U.S. Highway 380, turn right at CR2320, go 1 mile and look for Skydive Texas signs. 1-800-872-8825.

Thrill Seekers Parasailing Includes take-off & land from 32-ft winch boat. Sail 600 ft over Lewisville Lake. Pier 121 Marina, Lewisville Lake. Reservations, 972-849-4902. www.thrillseekersparasailing.com .

SPORTS

Denia Recreation Center Fitness center, basketball court, climbing wall, gymnastics, dog-training classes, nature trips & more. 7am-9pm Mon-Wed; 7am-8:30pm Thurs-Fri; 9:30am-3:30pm Sat. 1001 Parvin St. 940-349-8285.

McMath Middle School Gym Open gym basketball, recreation classes, tournament & league play. Gym hours: 6am-9pm Mon-Fri; 10am-4:30pm Sat. 1900 Jason Drive. 940-381-5044.

Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center 20,000-square-foot center features basketball court, fitness, game rooms & classrooms. 9am-9pm Mon-Fri; 9:30am-6:30pm Sat. 1300 Wilson St. 940-349-8575.

North Lakes Recreation Center Offers fitness memberships, aerobics, tai chi/chi kung, yoga, gymnastics, preschool classes, meeting rooms and more. 5:30am-10pm Mon-Thurs; 5:30am-9:30pm Fri; 7:30am-3pm Sat. 2001 W. Windsor Drive. 940-349-8287. Basket­ball court located across Wind­sor Drive, behind the softball fields on the north side of the park. Lights available until 10pm (closing time for the park).

AQUATICS

Denton Natatorium Indoor pools with open and lap swimming, swim lessons for children and adults, water exercise available. Also: Family Fun Nights, 4:30-8pm Fridays. 2400 Long Road. Mon-Fri 5:30am-4:30pm; Tues, Thurs & Fri 4:30-8pm. Admission for city residents is $3.50 for ages 12 and older, $2.50 for ages 6-11, $1 for ages 5 and younger. Nonresidents pay $5, $3 and $1.50, respectively. 940-349-8800.

Civic Center Pool Open noon-6pm May 30-31. Open daily noon-6pm. $3 for adults 18 and older, $2.25 for ages 2-17, free for younger than 2. 515 N. Bell Ave. in Quakertown Park. 940-349-8279.

Water Works Park Three giant slides, a tubing river, a children’s water playground and two indoor pools. Ad­mis­sion includes access to Nata­tor­ium. For Denton residents: $10 for ages 12 and older, $8 for ages 6-11, $5 for ages 2-5; nonresidents pay $2 more. Free for younger than 2, and $5 for non-swimmers. Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri, 11am-9pm; Wed & Sat, 11am-7pm; Sun, noon-7pm. At 2400 Long Road, just off Loop 288 and FM428 (Sherman Drive). Visit www.dentonwaterworks.com  or call 940-349-8800.

BOATING & SAILING

Dallas Corinthian Yacht Club Sail­boat racing & sailing each weekend on Lewis­ville Lake. Lessons available. 972-294-1661.

DOG PARK

Wiggly Field Dog Park at Lake Forest Park, at 1400 E. Ryan Road, between Teasley Lane and FM1830 (Country Club Road). Free. Closed 7am-3:30pm each Wed for mowing and maintenance. For rules, visit www.dentonparks.com  or call Kathy Schaeffer at 940-349-8731.

GOLF

Decatur Golf Club 211 Country Club Road, Decatur. 940-627-3789. Daily fee, 9 holes.

Denton Country Club 1213 Country Club Road, Argyle. 940-387-2812. Private, 18 holes.

Doral Tesoro Golf Club 15801 Championship Parkway, Fort Worth. 817-497-2582. Daily fee, 18 holes.

Lantana Golf Club 800 Golf Club Drive, Lantana. 940-728-4653. Private, 18 holes.

Oakmont Country Club 1200 Clubhouse Drive, Corinth. 940-321-5599. Private, 18 holes.

On Course Golf Driving Range Open to public daily 8am-9pm. $5-$9. 2009 W. Windsor Drive. 940-381-2700.

Robson Ranch Wildhorse Golf Course 9400 Ed Robson Blvd., Denton. 940-246-1001. Semi-private, 18 holes.

Spirit of the West Resort 100 S. Texas St., Tioga. 940-437-5000. Daily fee, 9 holes.

Texas Sundown Ranch Golf Course 13037 I-35, Sanger. 940-458-5979. Daily fee, 9 holes.

TWU Golf Course 1120 Club House Drive, Denton. 940-898-3163. Daily fee, 18 holes.

The Timber Links at Denton 5201 Par Drive, Suite 2, Denton. 940-380-1318. Semi-private, 9 holes.

HOCKEY

Face Off Hockey Center In-line hockey leagues for youths and adults. 222 S. Mayhill Road. 940-393-8439. www.faceoffhockeycenter.com .

HORSEBACK RIDING

Canyon Lake Ranch riding lessons & guided trails. Basics of horse care and Western-style riding. Trails on wooded rolling hills along Lewisville Lake. Equip. provided. Lighted arena. One mile west of I-35E on FM2181. 940-321-2840.

Trinity Riding Center Leisure riding & adventure riding. Riders navigate the Trinity River Greenbelt to Ray Roberts Lake trails. Trails also move south to Lewisville. $35-$125. Riding lessons avail. Located on the Trinity River Green Belt in Aubrey, 4247 FM428. 940-320-1715. www.trinitytrainingcenter.com .

Wind Swept Farms Stables with English riding lessons, beginners to advanced. Tues-Sun by appointment. 220 W. Harpole, Argyle. $25 group, $35 private. 940-240-1476.

MARTIAL ARTS

Denton Academy of Martial Arts

612 Hercules Lane. 940-387-7442.

MOTOR SPORTS

Fwd-Fwd Club 4-wheeling off-road club with regular excursions and meetings each 2nd and 4th Tues at 7:30pm, Lee’s 4-Wheel Drive, 1015 N. I-35E, Suite 216, Carrollton. 972-240-8237.

North Texas Dragway 1/8-mile asphalt & concrete drag strip with year-round junior and index racing each Fri 7pm-midnight; Sat 6pm-midnight; Sun noon-6pm. I-35 at exit 474. 940-482-6989.

Texas Motor Speedway Tours of speedway available ($6, $4 seniors & children 3-13); souvenir shop. Highway 114 at I-35W, Fort Worth. 817-215-8500. $5, $1 children 6-12, free for children younger than 6. www.texasmotorspeedway.com  

RUGBY

Denton Rugby Football Club For experienced & beginning players; trains each Tues & Thurs, 7pm, UNT intramural fields, Ave E next to Fouts Field. 972-509-7588 or 214-744-1279.

SKATING

Skate Works Park Ramps, platforms, railings & more for skateboarders & inline skaters of all skill levels. Classes, rentals & parties available. 5-9pm Wed-Thurs; 2-10pm Fri; 1-10pm Sat; 1-8pm Sun. Admission is $5 per day, or less with discount punch cards. Helmets required, may be rented for $3. Next to Water Works Park on Long Road at Sherman Drive (FM428) and Loop 288. 940-349-8125.

Vertical Reality skatepark and ministry. 3350 Deerwood Parkway. Open 2-5pm Sun, 5-7pm Thurs, for those willing to participate in Bible study. Signed waiver & helmet required. 940-382-8500.

SOCCER

For beginners or experienced players, all women ages 18 and up invited to play outdoor soccer. Ten games on Sundays; two seasons a year (Feb-May and Aug-Oct). Practice and play in Den­ton. Visit www.ntwsa.org .

TENNIS

Goldfield Tennis Center 8 outdoor lighted courts and utility court. Offers classes, leagues & tournaments. Mon-Thurs, 10am-9pm; Fri 10am-5:30pm. 2005 W. Windsor Drive. 940-349-8526.