Into the Weekend - June 24th, 2022

TGIF & Happy Summer! Well, Summer officially started this week - though I think the summer temps have been with us now for awhile.  I love time outside but am finding myself needing to be a bit more strategic about the times I choose.  The weekend is here and there's plenty of local happenings or perhaps you just need to get ready for next weekend Fourth of July Festivities.  Whatever you're up to, I hope it's a great weekend for you!    -Matt Local Happenings Shakespeare in the Park,  Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre 2022 marks 50 years of Shakespeare Dallas producing quality, affordable theatre to North Texas audiences. For this milestone anniversary, they're presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Tempest in the summer months.  June 22 - July 23 10:33 AM - 10:30 PM Live Band Karaoke at Grandscape  Every Sunday night this summer,  Grandscape is hosing Karaoke Night. It’s your chance to sing along with the band and show off your Rockstar moves. Or, just come out and grab a spot on the lawn to cheer on the performers!  I'll most likely be on the lawn unless I've imbibed in a few too many margaritas! Sundays until Labor Day | 6pm – 8pm 9 Reasons to Drive to Denton, Texas Denton is the new Austin. Just 40 miles north of DFW and forming the tip of the Golden Triangle, this once-sleepy college town has blossomed into a verifiable destination city that masterfully merges small-town charm with a weirdness that many Austinites could relate to. Read More on Thrillist Lifestyle Tips & Tricks The Top 5 BBQ Spots In Collin County When I think of summer in Texas, I think of BBQ. ...Well, actually I just think about BBQ all the time.  Local Profile just released their list of top BBQ spots in Collin County - and I even spotted one I haven't been too!  Which ones have you tried?  Let me know if you have any favorites not on their list Courtesy of Local Profile The Best 4th of July Decorations for Your Patriotic Party I grew up in a very patriotic family and Fourth of a July was a big celebration in our home.  The 2022  Fourth of July weekend is almost here. If you'll be hosting a gathering this year, now is the time to start planning your party decorations. From tablecloths to doormats to balloons and more, there are plenty of ways to add festive touches throughout your home to celebrate the 4th of July.  Courtesy of Southern Living Matt's Market Minute Renting is tempting and easy.  However, owning your home has some very powerful benefits. marketingcenter-greaterdallas-dfwsuburbs