This Saturday is the eighth annual Handmade Harvest event put on by the fine folks at The DIME Store. This annual event is probably the single best day of shopping available in Denton. Yes, even better than that day after Thanksgiving when everyone eats leftover pie and then goes to Target to fight over discounted televisions. At the Handmade Harvest, makers from all over gather together under one roof (this year at TWU's Hubbard Hall) to sell their wares. Read on to find out why you should make sure to stop by this weekend and what to check out.
Read MoreWHAT WE DID: APRIL 3RD 2017
What We Did is our weekly "slice of life" photo post featuring images that have been tagged with #WDDI in the past week on Instagram.
Below are 18 photos from the past seven days of life in Denton, TX including opening day at the Denton Community Market, The DIME Store's 4th birthday party, some food-centric celebrations, and a mean-lookin' cat. Also included are photos from the photo booth we helped put together at The DIME Store's birthday celebration featuring a backdrop hand-painted by Shawna Smith.
If you'd like to be included in What We Did, tag your Denton images with #WDDI on Instagram, and check back here next Monday. Search the hashtag #WDDI and check out all of the other photos that we were unable to include this week. Click the images below to be led back to the photographer's Instagram page where you can follow them and then go comment on a photo from 113 weeks ago.
P.S. Ya know those three posts we ran on Saturday that got a few people upset (i.e. Morrison's Corn-Kits turning into a vape store)? Yeah, those were all April Fool's pranks. So, you can go ahead and put down your pitchforks and rest easy. Spiral Diner will serve delicious vegan fare. Morrison's Corn-Kits will continue to produce corn bread packets (and more). And LSA will continue to be loud (but not THAT loud).
Got a question about What We Did? Send it to will@wedentondoit.com.
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DIME HANDMADE HARVEST FESTIVAL 2016
This Saturday is the Handmade Harvest event put on by the fine folks at The DIME Store. This annual event is probably the single best day of shopping available in Denton. Yes, even better than that day after Thanksgiving when everyone eats leftover pie and then goes to Target to buy cheap Blu-Rays. At the Handmade Harvest, makers from all over gather together under one roof (this year at TWU's Hubbard Hall) to sell their wares. Read on to find out why you should make sure to stop by this weekend and what to check out.
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THE DEN10: FEBRUARY 3RD 2016
If you saw me rolling a bass speaker cabinet up to the square at about 10PM last night after Denton Pub Quiz Apocalypse I want to assure you that it seemed like a great idea at the bottom of the hill. But then again, there are a lot of things that seemed like a good idea post-apocalypse. The thing had wheels. At any rate, join us in two weeks for the same sorts of shenanigans and quizzings up at Dan’s Silverleaf, 7PM, free to play and there’s actual cash money prizes. Until then, check out the bounty of events our humble little village has to offer. Tag your photos #WDDI and get featured in the What We Did post on Monday.
Questions, comments, and pub quiz ideas may be directed towards glen@wedentondoit.com.
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THE DEN10: NOVEMBER 25TH
With the last week of November afoot, the Den10 brings you the ten most elite events for you to enjoy over the next couple of days. If you work in retail, we are sorry. However, Small Business Saturday is coming up this week, and we are all fairly strong advocates of buying local (and of shopping on Saturday) over waiting outside a huge corporate store for hours just to get an exclusive tote bag on the one evening of the year that is actually supposed to be about giving thanks, you know? Totally just our personal opinions, though.
If you want to share your personal opinions, or events and stuff, Sara will be bored all week so send them to her.
Wednesday, November 25th
UVER Thanksgiving Show | Dan’s Silverleaf | 8 a.m. | $5
This will be the 11th annual Thanksgiving Eve show at trust Dan’s Silverleaf. Local band Swan Diver, who just released their new album, will be among the bands delighting locals ears. The Hokamp Phelps Project and UVER will perform, as well.
Thursday, November 26th
Friday, November 27th
Velo Republic Work Off That Turkey Ride | Velo Republic | 1:00 p.m.
One of the only events we think getting out of the house is worth of on the Friday after Thanksfooding Day. Join the staff at Velo for a community ride to, you know, ride off some of those Holiday Calories. Godspeed, y’all.
Black Market Comedy Showcase | Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studios | 9 p.m | $5
Maybe comedy is more your post-Thanksfoodeating style. This show will mix the stand-up, theatre, and performance art elements, as well. Says it’s fun for the whole family. We’ll let you choose those types of life choices, though.
Ararat , Cleanup, Biscuit Head, & Sagacious Zoo | Andy’s Bar | 8:30 p.m. | $7
According to the Facebook event, you’ll be in store for an evening of diverse music including that of math rock, jam bands, and an Armenian-inspired jazz- metal band. Don’t worry, we are just as confused. We hear it’s worth the time & money though, so why not?
Saturday, November 28th
Denton Rock Lottery 14 | Dan’s Silverleaf | 10 a.m. | $20/15
Rise and shine, Denton! The 14th annual Rock Lottery is taking place this Saturday at Dan’s Silverleaf. For twenty bucks you not only get to see the band name draw, but you also get PAMFOOD!! Dan’s wife is quite the cook, by the way. You’d be missing out if you chose to just come to the show later that night.
Local Comic Shop Day 2015 | More Fun Comics & Games | 10 a.m.
Along with supporting local businesses on Small Business Saturday, check out our local comic shop on the square at More Fun Comics & Games. Express your inner nerd, if you will, and pick up a couple of issues that strike your fancy.
Small Business Saturday at DIME! | DIME Store | 10 a.m.
Head over to the DIME Store before 6 p.m. on Saturday to check out some fantastic product made by our town's very own independent vendors and makers! For in-store purchases of $30 or more, you’ll get a free vintage-style keychain and for purchases of $75 or more, you’ll get a tee! They are also hosting a backyard market (weather permitting).
Holiday Market | Denton Community Market | 9 a.m.
This will be the last market day of the season, folks! Be sure the get a lot of your local holiday shopping done during their extended hours of 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. There will be unique local vendors filled with special gift items as well as local produce, honeys, jams, and more.
Sunday, November 29th
Thanksgiving BRUNCH with Ginny Mac | Wine Squared | 11 a.m.
Don’t feel like cooking? Wine Squared may have you covered, and then some. There is only seating for 35 available, and they do encourage you to make your reservations in advance. More than your gourmet brunch (check their menu linked in the Facebook event above), you’ll get to hear the lovely sounds of Ginny Mac.
Monday, November 30th
Help-Portrait: Denton Fundraiser | Oak Street Draft House | 6 p.m.
If you haven’t heard about Help-Portrait: Denton, you should. We know you know where Oak Street Draft House is.. so, come out on Monday night and enjoy a beer or two knowing that proceeds will be going toward helping fund the 3rd annual Help-Portrait: Denton event.
Photo by Michael Leza.
DIME FEATURED MAKER: KIMBERLY BIEN OF SALTED SANCTUARY
Sometimes art is a hereditary thing, and for Kimberly Bien of Salted Sanctuary. You've probably seen Bien's handmade soaps and other items at The DIME Store or the community market and if you've ever stopped to smell some of her items, you know they're the real deal. Read our interview with her below.
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SEEN AND HEARD: JUNE 23RD 2015
Whoa! There's tons of great family-friendly activities for you and your young ones going on in Denton, TX this week. The Denton Public Library has outdone themselves with summer programming this year and they're just one of the entities putting on awesome entertainment. Check 'em all out in the post below!
Read MoreDIME FEATURED MAKER: HELEN OLDHAM
Sometimes art is a hereditary thing, and for Helen Oldham of Glass Gardens, that's definitely the case. Helen is this month's DIME Store featured maker, and she couldn't wait to share about the process and backstory of her amazing terrarium vessels. See what she has to say about her unique skills and the organic start to her business in the interview below...
Read MoreDIME FEATURED MAKER: CARRIE CRUMBLEY OF RESOYCLED
Each month we catch up with the DIME Store to hear them brag about one of their many local makers. This month's subject was Carrie Crumbley, the talented gal behind Resoycled. Part vintage hunter, part candle maker, Carrie and her product are largely responsible for the intoxicating smell inside the DIME Store. Read her interview to get the full scoop on her awesome handcrafted goods.
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