The Fourth was a lot of fun but geez is this hot humidity startin’ to drag it outta ya or what? Just when you think Denton weather can’t get any wackier, Texas just smiles and says, “Hold my Lone Star and watch THIS!” You can still get in on our top picks for “Denton Summertime Fun” or “Kid Camps” and maybe these “Denton Podcasts” to pass time in your cubicle or that dang long drive on the MadMax heckscape called I-35. Regardless, there’s always plenty to do here in the Lil’ D so here are our top picks for keepin’ cool as you stay entertained.
Read MoreWHAT WE DID: JULY 3RD 2017
What We Did is our weekly look into the visual captures of Denton life that people have documented on Instagram along with the hashtag #WDDI. Every week, we comb through hundreds of images to try and find a few that are not only fun photos, but also provide a great look at what was happening in the City of Denton during that week.
This week we have some photos of live music, campouts, and plenty more.
Click on the image to be led back to the photographer's Instagram account. If you'd like to be featured in What We Did, tag your images with #WDDI and check back here next Monday.
Got a question about What We Did? Send an email to will@wedentondoit.com.
Read MoreA HALF-FAST MARCHING BAND AND MORE 4TH FUN IN DENTON
Fourth of July in Denton is a pretty serious undertaking, but it shouldn’t be taken too seriously. Such is the guiding philosophy of the infamous Denton Institute of Phrenology Half-Assed Marching Band, a parade tradition for over 20 years and perennial crowd favorite, just one of the many possibilities for some 4th fun to be had around Denton in case you’re lookin’! Read on to find out how you should be celebrating your independence in Denton this year!
Read MoreTHE DEN10: JUNE 28th 2017
Summertime shenanigans are afoot, Denton, and these top picks for your weekly events calendar have something for everyone: Art, music, or watching people madly shove hot dogs down their throats. If’n you’re looking for other ways to spend these dog days before the July 4th fun, you can revisit our top picks for “Denton Summertime Fun” or “Kid Camps” and maybe these “Denton Podcasts” to pass time in your air-conditioned cubicle or during that dang long I-35 drive. Don't forget to hashtag your hashtags with the hashtag #WDDI and you might just be part of our Monday's post: WHAT WE DID.
Read MoreWHAT WE DID: JUNE 26TH 2017
What We Did is our weekly roundup of a few photos that have been tagged with #WDDI on Instagram. Together, they give you a great idea of what all has been going on in town over the past week.
Below are 18 photos from the past seven days of life in Denton, TX. They include scenes from Big Pride in Little D, tons of photos at Oak St. Drafthouse, some drool-inducing food photos, and much more.
If you'd like to be included in What We Did, tag your images with #WDDI on Instagram, and check back here next Monday. Search the hashtag #WDDI to check out a bunch of other great photos of stuff happening in town. You can click the images below to be led back to that photographer's Instagram page. Follow us on Instagram to see more Denton imagery.
Got a question about What We Did? Send it to will@wedentondoit.com.
Read MoreTHE DEN10: JUNE 20TH 2017
With the Summer Solstice, we are officially in peak summertime mode, y’all. That rascal Glen is still hunting down Tex-Mex spots in France, and we’re still a little bitter about it. But don’t fret, there’s a ton of fun to be had, so here’s our run-down of your best sure bets for We Denton Doings this week.
Read MoreWHAT WE DID: JUNE 19TH 2017
What We Did is our weekly photo round up featuring images taken in or around Denton, TX in the past seven days. The photos are pulled from all swaths of Denton life and together give us a great idea of all of the awesome things happening in our community. To have your image featured, make sure and use the tag #WDDI on your best Denton photos on Instagram.
This week's 18 photos feature some great aerial imagery, images from Saturday's Juneteenth Parade, signs of summer heat, and plenty of nature in full bloom.
Click the images below to get linked back to that photographer's Instagram page and make sure to follow @WeDentonDoIt where we share some other images that you might not find here.
Got a question about What We Did? Send it to will@wedentondoit.com.
Read MoreNEW MURALS UP AT LSA
Local burger joint and outdoor music venue, LSA Burger Co, recently held their second annual live mural painting event. The event sees local artists painting new artwork over spaces on the widely-seen wall space of the second story outdoor patio of the popular restaurant. This year, LSA added pieces from Dan Black, Matthew Long, Zarina Kay, Gracie Piper, Malcolm Byers, Melanie Little Gomez, and Des Smith. We spoke with a few of them about their artwork and the process in general. You can read more at People of Denton or check out the artwork for yourself over at LSA. Let us know your favorite piece in the comments!
Read MoreTHE DEN10: JUNE 15TH 2017
Here comes the heat, Dentonites, and also Summer road trips or maybe local staycations for us working stiffs. Glen is trippin’ to France, so I’m channeling my seething jealousy into these DEN10 events that’ll keep our entertainment dance-card full of cool stuff and hot acts. You can also revisit our top picks for “Denton Summertime Fun” or “Kid Camps” and maybe these “Denton Podcasts” to help pass time in your cubicle or during that dang long drive.
Holla in the comments if you have a fave to add, and be sure to tag your pretty pics with #WDDI so maybe you make the cut on Monday’s What We Did photo review.
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