Good morning, Denton.

Dentonites can give back this holiday season by volunteering at and donating to local organizations, including group sessions with CASA of Denton on Jan.

6 and 7 and toy drop-offs for Toys for Tots accepted until Dec. 12 (check local websites for details).

A proposal to rezone a two-acre city-owned lot in Little Elm for The Whiskey Blendery, a two-story whiskey and cigar lounge, faces strong opposition from neighbors who worry about its closeness to their homes and the rapid approval process; the Planning and Zoning Commission approved the revised plan last week and the Town Council will vote on January 6.

With winter break approaching, local pediatric psychologist Dr. Jamie Nguyen warns parents to monitor their children's AI use as they spend more time with chatbots and voice assistants during the holiday season; she advises setting limits, using devices together + watching for signs of distress.

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.