City of Grapevine E-News September 11, 2024

38th Annual GrapeFest® Starts Tomorrow – September 12 – 15
Tickets for the 38th Annual GrapeFest® – Texas Wine Experience, presented by Bank of the West, are now available. GrapeFest® celebrates wines from around the world but takes special pride in Texas wine. The People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, sponsored by Audi Grapevine, is the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation and exclusively features Texas wines. Sip champagnes and sparkling wines under the shaded oaks at the Champagne Terrance sponsored by Hilton DFW Lakes. Explore internationally and nationally recognized wines at a unique tasting experience at Liberty Park Plaza International Wine Experience sponsored by Gaylord Texan Resort. Enjoy a variety of rosé at the all-new Rosé Gazebo sponsored by Messina Hof Winery, Landon Winery and Llano Estacado Winery. From there, head to the Champagne Cork Shoot-Off sponsored by Texas Gun Experience or the classic Grape Stomp and get ready for fun, competitive events you won’t forget! Festival attendees will experience non-stop live music on four stages during the four-day family friendly festival. Visitors will also enjoy a carnival midway and a shopper’s paradise at local Main Street boutiques, galleries, and select vendors. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Dates/Times: Thursday, September 12, 11 am – 10 pm | Friday, September 13, 11 am – 11 pm | Saturday, September 14, 11 am – 11 pm | Sunday, September 15, 11 am – 6 pm 
Location: Historic Downtown Main Street 
Fee: Free admission on Thursday and before 5 pm on Friday. Adult Tickets $10, Seniors/Children ages 6 – 12, $5 | Children under 5 enter for free.  

Texas Rangers World Series Championship Trophy Tour at GrapeFest® This Week 
The Texas Rangers’ 2023 World Series Championship Trophy will be on display at the 38th Annual GrapeFest®. Stop by for this perfect photo op. 
Dates: Thursday, September 12 & Saturday, September 13 
Time: 4 – 8 pm 
Location: Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau, 636 South Main Street  

NEW Citywide Trash Cart Program  
The City of Grapevine, in partnership with Republic Services, will be implementing a new citywide trash cart program, effective October 1. The new trash collection vehicles are automated just like your current recycling program. All waste must be placed in the provided cart to be collected on your regular trash days. All other services will remain unchanged.  
Trash Cart Details: 
1. Each household will be provided with a new 95-gallon trash cart. 
2. Carts will be delivered to each household beginning the week of September 23. 
3. The standard cart size is 95 gallons, but a 65-gallon cart is available for those who need a smaller cart. Visit bit.ly/4dRFbjW to request the 65-gallon cart. All waste must fit inside your new cart. Visit bit.ly/4e2FPuH for full details regarding this new program. 

Keep Grapevine Beautiful Gives Grant – September 3 – October 8
The Keep Grapevine Beautiful Gives Grant provides funding for litter prevention, waste reduction, and/or beautification projects. Your school, business, or organization may receive up to $5,000 to assist with your project. Examples of previous projects include the purchase of water bottle filling stations, trash carts, and landscape improvements. Applications will be accepted through October 3 for the Keep Grapevine Beautiful Gives Grant program, sponsored by Sam Pack’s Five Star Subaru-Grapevine. Please visit KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org/Gives to submit your application. 

Carol of Lights Vendor Applications Now Being Accepted
Applications are now being accepted from food and merchant vendors for the 36th Annual Carol of Lights event. Whether you offer food or unique merchandise, this is your opportunity to shine under the dazzling lights while captivating Christmas event attendees. For those who wish to take part in this cherished tradition, please visit GoGrapevine.com to submit an application.  Applications will be accepted through November 1, or until spaces have been filled.  The date of the event is Monday, November 25.   

Shop, Wine, Dine & Explore Grapevine
Grapevine has so many exciting restaurants that have been added to the more than 200 dining options we offer – and we will be welcoming additional concepts soon! Visit bit.ly/3W0T8Va to read more about each of the new businesses that are opening this month in Grapevine.  

UPCOMING EVENTS 

Yappy Hour – Monday, September 16 
Bring your pup, family, and friends to Bohemian Bull Tavern and Beer Garden and support Grapevine Animal Services. During this Yappy Hour event, 25% of proceeds from food and beverage purchases will benefit Grapevine Animal Services. Well-mannered, leashed dogs are welcome on the patio!   
Date: Monday, September 16   
Time: 4 – 7 pm     
Location: Bohemian Bull Tavern and Beer Garden, 1112 West Northwest Highway 

Homeschool Expedition – September 17 & October 15
This exciting and engaging program offers outdoor education and recreation experiences specifically designed for elementary-aged children. Each session will cover different subjects. Registration is open at Amilia.com. 
Dates: Tuesday mornings, September 17 & October 15 
Time: 9 – 11 am  
Location: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane  
Fee: $15 per session 
Ages: 5 – 12  

Julie Schellen on Court Records and Genealogy – Saturday, September 21 – FREE 
Court records are extremely important documents for genealogists and family historians. They may contain information not found in other records, especially when identifying relationships. Dr. Julie K. Schellen will present an hour-long program on accessing, using, and getting the most out of these valuable records. Julie is the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) National Lineage Research Vice-Chair, South Central Division; TXDAR Leadership Training Vice-Chair; and a member of the TXDAR State Application Team. She also served as the DAR First Vice Regent, Captain Molly Corbin Chapter, Grapevine, Texas. 
Date: Saturday, September 21 
Time: 11 am - 12 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way 

Keep Grapevine Beautiful – Fall Sweep – Saturday