This Weekend's Highlights in Denton County: Local Business Openings, Events & More!

Happy Wednesday, Denton County!

Welcome to our very first Wednesday edition of What’s Good Denton! We’re excited to bring you even more local news, events, and business updates. With our new twice-weekly format, you can expect to see everything from new business openings to weekend events, all delivered straight to your inbox. On Mondays, we’ll still feature events happening earlier in the week and our popular Hidden Gems and Local Recommendations. But today, we’re giving you a midweek boost with new local business highlights, community updates, and all the music you’ll need to finish out your week strong.

We’re also working on introducing some exciting new features and more fun content to keep you connected to all that’s happening in Denton County. Keep an eye out for more surprises coming soon. And as always, if you have a column or topic you’d like to see, just reply to this email – we’d love to hear from you!

Enjoy the read, Denton County!

In today’s edition:

• Weekly Poll: What do you want to see?

• New Local Business Openings Around Denton

• Community News: Denton City Council Supports Affordable Housing Projects

• Community Updates

• Weekend Events You Don’t Want to Miss: Feb 28th - Mar 2nd

• Live Music Shows Happening Friday to Sunday

Let’s make the most of this weekend, Denton County!

Weekly Poll:

Featured Events

Denton Community Market Opening Day

March 1, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
317 W. Mulberry St. Denton, TX 76201

Celebrate the opening of the Denton Community Market, a producer-only art and farmer's market located in downtown Denton. Enjoy a variety of offerings, including live music, kids' activities, local farms, local artists, food trucks, and food vendors. It’s the perfect way to kick off your Saturday mornings! The market will be open every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Free to attend, so bring the whole family and support your local community!

Visit the Community Market at 317 W. Mulberry St. Denton, TX 76201. Be sure to check out their Website, Instagram, and Facebook for updates and more info!

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New Local Business Openings Around Denton

Denton County is expanding with some exciting new businesses! Here are a few upcoming spots you won’t want to miss:

• Hemlock Fox: Now open at 116 N. Austin St., Denton, TX 76201, Hemlock Fox is a new cocktail bar designed to be a community hub, offering workshops, art, a library, and movie nights. (Denton Record Chronicle)

• Starbucks: Now open at Hwy 377 and Stella Street, Argyle, TX, Starbucks brings a new spot for coffee lovers to grab their favorite drinks. (Cross Timbers Gazette)

• Bojangles: Opening in early summer 2025 at 1570 W. Main St., Lewisville, TX, Bojangles is bringing its signature Southern-style fried chicken, made-from-scratch biscuits, and famous iced tea to the area. (Community Impact)

Community News

Denton City Council Supports Three Affordable Housing Projects

The Denton City Council has recently approved support for three affordable housing projects, including McAdams Haven, which aims to provide housing and supportive services for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness. This approval enables the developers to apply for federal tax credits essential for funding these initiatives.

McAdams Haven is designed as a permanent supportive housing development, offering on-site services to assist residents in achieving stability. The other two projects also focus on expanding affordable housing options in Denton, though specific details about these developments were not extensively discussed during the council meeting.

The application process for these federal tax credits is highly competitive, and obtaining city approval is a crucial step in securing the necessary funding. If the tax credits are awarded, these projects will proceed, contributing to an increase in Denton's affordable housing inventory. This initiative reflects the city's ongoing efforts to enhance housing accessibility and address long-term housing challenges within the community.

Source: Denton Record Chronicle

Community Updates:

• Highland Village Water System Conversion Coming in March: The City of Highland Village will temporarily change the disinfectant in its public water system from March 19 to April 9, 2025. The switch from chloramine to free chlorine, combined with the use of groundwater instead of surface water, may affect the taste, odor, and feel of tap water. Despite these changes, the water will remain safe to drink and will be rigorously tested. This annual process helps reduce nitrification levels and minimizes water flushing during the summer.(Cross Timbers Gazette)

• New Fire Training Complex Opens in Flower Mound: Last week, Flower Mound, Highland Village, and Lewisville celebrated the grand opening of the new John Ashman Fire Training Complex. This $6.9 million facility, located at 701 E. Valley Ridge Blvd., was developed through a partnership between the Flower Mound and Lewisville Fire Departments, with Highland Village joining in 2019. The complex features a drill tower, classrooms, and equipment to train for various emergency response scenarios, from fires to technical rescues. (Cross Timbers Gazette)

Weekend Events You Don’t Want to Miss: Feb 28th - Mar 2nd

Sports 🏀 

• UNT Women's Basketball Game vs. UAB | 2:00 PM, March 1st (More Info)

  • Location: UNT Coliseum, 601 N Texas Blvd, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Join us at the UNT Coliseum for an exciting Women’s Basketball game as the UNT Mean Green take on the UAB Blazers! Don't miss the action on March 1st!

Family Fun 🎆 

• Denton Community Market | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 1st (More Info)

  • Location: 317 W. Mulberry St., Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: The Denton Community Market is a producer-only art and farmer's market in downtown Denton, featuring live music, kids' activities, local farms, local artists, food trucks, food vendors, and more! Opening day is March 1st, and it will be held every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM.

• Intro to Drawing | 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 1st (Tickets)

  • Location: Wildflower Art Studio, 715 North Locust Street, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Join the "Intro to Drawing" workshop for a fun and easy way to begin your creative journey! This beginner-friendly class will teach you the basics of pencil drawing and shading, with tips and tricks to create your own hand-drawn designs. All supplies are provided, and light refreshments are included. BYOB is welcome!

• Intro to Pottery: Clay Mugs | 4:00 PM, Saturday, March 1st (Tickets)

  • Location: Wildflower Art Studio, 715 North Locust Street, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Dive into the relaxing world of pottery with this "Intro to Pottery" workshop! Learn basic slab-building techniques as you create your own handmade clay mug, which will be glazed and fired to be food-safe. All materials are included, and snacks + coffee will be provided.

• Intro to Stained Glass | 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM, Sunday, March 2nd (Tickets)

  • Location: Wildflower Art Studio, 715 North Locust Street, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Join Ashleigh of Golden Haze for an inspiring Intro to Stained Glass workshop! In this 2-hour session, participants will create a beautiful stained-glass suncatcher using the Tiffany Copper Foil Method, learning the basics of stained-glass artwork and soldering. All tools and materials are included, and no prior experience is required.

Weekly Events 🏙️ 

• Denton Board Game Night | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Feb 26th (More Info)

  • Location: d20 Tavern, 112 West Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Join Denton Board Gaming every Tuesday evening from 6-10 PM at d20 Tavern for a fun-filled night of board games and socializing. Meet new people while enjoying a variety of games in a welcoming environment.

• Loteria (Mexican Bingo) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Feb 27th (More Info)

  • Location: El Taco H, 213 E. Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Looking for a fun and different way to spend your Wednesday night? Join in on Loteria (Mexican Bingo) at El Taco H! Walk in anytime, grab a card, and listen for the next game to start. Prizes are given at the end of each game.

Special Events 🍾 

• She-Rock 2025 | 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM, February 28th - March 1st (More Info)

  • Location: Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studios, 411 E. Sycamore St., Denton, TX 76205

  • Description: She-Rock 2025, presented by Friends with Benefits, is a two-day, three-stage music event celebrating International Women’s Day. Featuring all female-led performances, this event raises critical funds for local women-focused nonprofits.

• Oscars Watch Party | 5:00 PM, March 2, 2025 (More Info)

  • Location: East Side Denton, 117 E. Oak St., Denton, TX 76201

  • Description: Roll out the red carpet and join us for an exciting Oscars Watch Party! Enjoy a live screening of the Oscars, drink specials, prizes for the best dressed, and more! Predict the winners with Oscars Brackets and capture memories in the photo booth.

Music 🎵 

Events marked with ($) require prior ticket purchase. Other events may require the purchase of food or tickets available at the door.

Friday 

Downtown Fever | Marty B’s | 7:00 PM

DJ Rice Quintet | Steve’s Wine Bar | 7:30 PM

Kool Keith & MC Homeless featuring DJ HALO | Rubber Gloves | 8:00 PM

Macseal | Andy’s Bar | 8:00 PM

Too Cold To Fish '25 Tour w / Erick Willis & Zach Nytomt | Dan's Silverleaf | 9:00 PM

Saturday

Extended Play | Marty B’s | 7:00 PM

The Cats are Back! | Steve’s Wine Bar | 7:30 PM

Sunday

The Texas Experience: Texas Red Dirt Band | Marty B’s | 7:00 PM

Seudo Youth (LA) | Flü | Moral Apathy | Puppy Mill | Rubber Gloves | 7:00 PM

Static Ivory | Indigo League | Laces | Ferity | Rubber Gloves | 7:00 PM ($)

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