Rockwall couple lights up community with extreme, colorful Christmas display

Rockwall couple lights up community with extreme, colorful Christmas display

ROCKWALL, TX – December 13, 2021 — When it comes to making spirits bright during the holidays, Roger Shank and Donna Orr of Rockwall know just how to amp up the Christmas spirit within the community. Throughout December, the couple welcomes the community to their spectacular drive-up Christmas lights display on their five-acre homestead at […]

Rockwall is among several YMCA Metropolitan Dallas branch locations hosting holiday donation drives

Rockwall is among several YMCA Metropolitan Dallas branch locations hosting holiday donation drives

Angel trees and toy drives will take place at Y branches across the North Texas DALLAS, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas will be hosting Angel Trees and toy drives throughout the holiday season to help North Texans in need have gifts for their families at Christmas. The YMCA is providing an […]

Making Spirits Bright: Community gives back at 12th Annual Festival of Trees event benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands

Making Spirits Bright: Community gives back at 12th Annual Festival of Trees event benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands

ROCKWALL, TX – November 24, 2021 — All was merry and bright at this year’s Festival of Trees Gala as the community celebrated Rockwall County Helping Hands amongst beautifully decorated Christmas trees and a candlelight dinner at the Hilton Dallas / Rockwall Lakefront.   The 12th annual event and the biggest fundraiser of the year […]

Rockwall County Newcomers welcome Hawaiian dancers, plan Christmas luncheon with Victorian carolers

Rockwall County Newcomers welcome Hawaiian dancers, plan Christmas luncheon with Victorian carolers

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends welcomed Kahula Voyage to their November 11 luncheon. The Hawaiian dancers demonstrated native dances and shared their culture with the group. Visit  for more information. Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends Christmas Luncheon with Victorian carol singers will be held Thursday, December 9 at Occasions at […]

McLendon-Chisholm to host tree lighting, family festivities Dec. 1

McLendon-Chisholm to host tree lighting, family festivities Dec. 1

MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX (Nov. 18, 2021) Tis’ the season for McLendon-Chisholm’s annual Christmas tree lighting and Santa visit! Everyone is welcome to come enjoy watching the kids’ excitement for Santa, sing songs, have hot cocoa and eat a cookie or two from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1 at McLendon-Chisholm City Hall, 1371 W. FM […]

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 15, 2021) Each year, dedicated volunteers with Soroptimist Rockwall prepare holiday feasts and treats for residents at Reese Manor – a senior housing complex located at 100 Lake Meadows Drive.  Their generous efforts are part of the Soroptimist S.T.A.R.S. (Soroptimist Toasting Area Retired Seniors) project that began over 17 years ago. As […]

Finding Peace in Christ: A Live Nativity presented by Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints , Rockwall

Finding Peace in Christ: A Live Nativity presented by Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints , Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 10, 2021) The local congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a live outdoor nativity on Friday, December 10th and Saturday, December 11th from 6-9pm each night. The event will be held at 6819 South FM 549 in Rockwall. Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. […]

Evening in Bethlehem: Free, drive-through nativity returns to Ridgeview Church Rockwall

Evening in Bethlehem: Free, drive-through nativity returns to Ridgeview Church Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 9, 2021) Mark your calendar for an Evening in Bethlehem Live Nativity – a free drive-through tour of the life of Jesus, beginning in Bethlehem at the birth of Jesus and continuing through his life, death, and resurrection. Start your journey anytime between 6-8:30pm Friday, December 10 or Saturday, December 11 at […]

Woodmen Life Wylie Chapter 4660 gives back to Toys for Tots

Woodmen Life Wylie Chapter 4660 gives back to Toys for Tots

  ROCKWALL, TX – November 4, 2021 — A local chapter of the Woodmen Life insurance company went Christmas shopping recently to help bring joy to families this holiday season. Each quarter, Woodmen Life Chapter 4660 based in Wylie participates in a project to benefit local communities and charities. For the fourth quarter project this […]

Editor’s Picks: Holiday-themed fun for the family in Rockwall County and beyond

Editor’s Picks: Holiday-themed fun for the family in Rockwall County and beyond

ROCKWALL, TX – November 4, 2021 — Events are listed by date and are subject to change; Check their respective websites for info on social distancing measures.   First Baptist Fate’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bazaar WHAT: Get in the holiday spirit by shopping tons of vendor booths with lots of crafts and homemade goods! […]