What image pops into your head when someone uses the word “maker”?
The images that tend to appear in the mind—not to mention Google’s image search—involve wires and circuit boards. As important as those skills and the people who enjoy them are, they only represent one type of maker. Many skills can fall under the maker umbrella, whether it’s programming robots to make pancakes or turning a bicycle wheel into a musical instrument. Artists, scientists, crafters, and engineers can all be considered makers. If you can take a set of materials and transform them into something cool, you are welcome in the maker community!
Read MoreWhether you’re into Valentines or Galentines, we’ve added a lil’ something extra for y’all in this week’s events round-up. Everyone could use a little Vday love, so here’s a look at our top #DEN10 events to check out as you’re out and about #DENTONING this next week.
Read MoreFebruary is for lovers, maybe because the cold snap necessitates cuddling after the Groundhog spotted his shadow, but mid-month also coincides with Mardi Gras and lots of events around town! Here’s our top WDDI #DEN10 events you can’t miss with #Dentoning a’plenty.
Read MoreFebruary has snuck up on us as 2018 hits its stride, which means lots of happenings and #Dentoning a’plenty around town. You can check out our picks for the best Denton-area events in our weekly Den10 post. This week's list is below!
Read MoreOne of the many things that gives Denton its independent character is our thriving arts scene. The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) is one of the organizations that supports that scene, and on February 7th, they’re giving the community the chance to hear from local award-winning watercolor painter Jo Williams.
Read MoreThe end of January means two things: We’re maybe almost getting the hang of writing down the correct year by now, and also the amazing Denton Black Film Festival returns to downtown!
As if that ain’t enough action, here’s a look at our top #DEN10 events to check out as you’re out and about.
Read MoreA little over 5 years ago Tim Love re-opened the Love Shack Denton to become a premier steak house - Queenie’s. Over time their dishes got more flavorful, more interesting, and we figured out that their bar was one of the best kept secrets in town. Now, they have an all new chef, Christopher Alford, who is serving up expertly executed dishes throughout the menu. We’re not only impressed - we’re a little blown away by the quality of craft-fare that is coming out of his kitchen. If you’re starting your year with a vegan-raw diet - look away now.
Read MoreThe upside to all the freezing cold weather is that the dang mosquitoes are deader’n Dillinger, but still doesn’t mean we Dentonites like it too much. Luckily, the weekend is bringing warmer temps so here’s a look at our top #DEN10 events to check out as you’re out and about.
Read MoreTemperatures have been up and down during the winter season in Denton, but we’re likely to see several more days and nights of below-freezing temperatures before spring arrives.
The bad news is that not everyone in Denton has a coat to protect themselves adequately from the cold weather. According to the most recent available data from the Denton County Homeless Coalition, Denton County has over 200 homeless people, and about 15% of them are children. Nearly 20% of our local homeless population are considered chronically homeless according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s definition. According to the latest US Census Bureau data, a further 60,000+ Denton County residents live below the federal poverty line and therefore might not be able to afford appropriate winter clothing.
The good news is that the people at Friends With Benefits are trying to change that. For those who might not be familiar with FWB, it’s a local nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness and funds for local charities. One campaign that FWB has been running for the last few years is Keep Denton Warm where they collect coats, socks, hats, scarves, and other warm clothing items for Dentonites who can’t afford to buy them. This season’s campaign started in September with a movie night on the square.
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