Hello Mansfield! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Pet adoption event, toy story 5, and youth pickleball camp + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Community event with a cause: William Ryan Homes and Midlothian Animal Services will host the Find Your Fur-Ever Home pet adoption event June 27 with waived fees for qualified adopters, tours, and refreshments -- get all the details.
Recognizing orthopedic excellence: Methodist Midlothian Medical Center earned Joint Commission Core Certification in Joint Replacement for hip, knee, and shoulder, recognizing national standards, coordinated orthopedic care, and strong outcomes for patients in Mansfield -- see the orthopedic honor.
Major property moves ahead: Mansfield announced purchasing 100 acres, while a 22-story Plano apartment tower with 261 units is set to begin construction in June, underscoring rapid shifts across D-FW real estate -- see the property moves.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Your watch-party HQ: Need a reliable spot this week for Rangers, UFC, or whatever the group chat is yelling about, Fat Daddy's packs a massive TV wall, 30+ screens, pool tables, a cigar lounge, and live music on weekends. Bring the crew, claim a table, and let the volume handle itself.
Fresh air, zero fuss: Whether you’re wrangling kids or sneaking a solo reset, Katherine Rose Memorial Park delivers inclusive playground magic, a paved Walnut Creek Linear Trail connection, sport courts, shady pavilions, and a sweet rose garden. Pack water, pretend it’s “exercise,” call it a win.
Local blooms, big wins: From sweet just-because bouquets to oh-no-it’s-today anniversaries, Mansfield Florist and Gifts turns seasonal stems into surprisingly perfect arrangements and handles local delivery around town. Hit Designer’s Choice, tell them a vibe, then pretend you planned it all along.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🤝 Included Out and About @ Rotolo's Craft & Crust | Wednesday (6/24) at 11:00 AM – Grab a table at Rotolo's Craft & Crust as the Included Special Needs Ministry gathers for a relaxed lunch, all about community, conversation, and carbs. Easygoing, family-friendly, and blissfully agenda-free, just the kind of midday pause locals actually keep.
🇬 Teen Culture Club @ Kennedale Public Library | Wednesday (6/24) at 4:30 PM – Got a teen who thinks they’re a snack critic? The Teen Culture Club goes Greek with snack tastings they can rate, trivia, and enough mythology to make Percy Jackson jealous. It’s for tweens and teens, expect opinions and laughter, and yes, registration is required.
🏓 Youth Pickleball Camp @ Mansfield Activities Center | Wednesday (6/24) – Got a kid who smacks that plastic ball off every surface at home? This youth pickleball camp, run by Athletes Global Corporation, teaches ages 7 to 17 the real stuff, rules, positioning, serving, and return, in a fun, sanity-saving setting. They learn, you exhale.
🎶 Unplugged Fridays: Live Music @ Geyer Commons | Friday (6/26) at 7:00 PM – Friday reset calls for lawn chairs and free live music at Geyer Commons. They rotate bands, movies, DJs, and trivia, with food trucks handling dinner so your kitchen can clock out. Coolers are fine, booze is not, leashed pups welcome, splash pad for the kids.
🧸 Toy Story 5 Flix Jr. @ Flix Brewhouse | Saturday (6/27) at 9:00 AM – Settle in for a sensory-friendly Toy Story 5 at Flix Jr., with dimmed lights, gentler sound, and zero jump-scare volume spikes. Bonnie gets a tablet, the toys fight for relevance, and your ears, sanity, and small humans all make it to the credits.
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster @ Geyer Commons | Sunday (6/28) at 12:00 PM – Save the airfare and wander downtown to Geyer Commons for Cousins Maine Lobster serving Maine, Connecticut, and garlic rolls, plus bisque, chowder, and whoopie pies. Let the kids conquer the splash pad. Browse the cottage market, then argue butter versus mayo like civilized adults.
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07 — The Mansfield report Weather forecastToday — High: 97°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 1%
Mostly sunny. High near 97, with temperatures falling to around 95 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 103. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 103. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 96°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 96. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. This house is wildThis immaculate custom home in Mansfield pairs clean modern style with a smart, spacious layout. Five bedrooms, a study, and a huge bonus room keep things flexible, while the kitchen shines with granite counters, a large island, gas cooktop, and double ovens. The resort-style primary suite and covered patio with fireplace and electric shades add extra polish.
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