Good morning, Denton.

Residents can donate new, unwrapped toys at various city locations to help children in need during Denton's holiday toy drive with Toys for Tots.

Donations will be accepted through Dec. 12.

TWU's SHTEAM Punks will host a free holiday event for children on Dec.

18 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the second-floor lobby of the Administration Conference Tower at TWU campus, featuring science experiments, crafts, storytelling & more for pre-K and elementary-aged kids.

Argyle teen Lillian Duncan Bicheno is one of the top 10 finalists in BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage national musical theater competition.

The online contest features high school and college performers and spotlights emerging talent from across the country.

Recently, UNT hosted a STEM Field Day for over 100 middle school students at its campus, where they explored robotics demos and a 3D printing lab tour; organizers said a summer 2026 STEM camp may follow (with tuition waivers planned for interested students).

Denton Parks and Recreation invites community input on three naming proposals for local facilities, as residents can attend a meeting on December 15 at 6 p.m. at the Denton Civic Center (321 E.

McKinney St) or submit feedback online.

The Denton Animal Support Foundation will host a drive-through pet food pantry and vaccine clinic on Saturday, Dec.

13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at North Texas Fairgrounds (2217 N Carroll Blvd), offering free vaccinations, microchips and pet food for dogs and cats.

Dinkers Pig Chase Pickleball Tournament

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Dinkers Pickleball Club — Tournament entry may apply — Compete in a spirited pickleball tournament at Denton’s favorite court.

Jim Ward Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — $17.50 adv // $20 dos — Enjoy a night of live music with no reserved seating, first come, first serve.

Baboon Benefit Concert

2-6 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket required — Enjoy an afternoon of music at this benefit event for a local cause.

Sox DJ Night

10 PM – 1 AM — The Lion & Crown — Free entry — Experience the musical journey of DJ Sox as he spins tracks and energizes the crowd.

Sox the DJ at The Lion & Crown

10 PM - 1 AM — The Lion & Crown — Cover charge may apply — Enjoy a night of electrifying beats from DJ Sox as he spins tracks and energizes the crowd.

Sox DJ Performance

10 PM – 1 AM — The Lion & Crown — No cover charge — Experience an electrifying night with DJ Sox spinning tracks from coast to coast.