Freedom to Explore 🎆

By Editor | July 2, 2023 |

SUNDAY July 2, 2023

“I am no bird, and no net ensnares me. I am a free human being with an independent will.”

Charlotte Bronte

Though some towns observed Independence Day with fireworks displays on Saturday this year, there’s still a lot happening many will not want to miss. The article below rounds up several more events taking place Monday and Tuesday this week. Our story on community theater productions below is another example of artistic endeavors sure to entertain.

County Line Magazine aims to inform readers about events in the arts, live music and theater, lifestyle, and food and drink, so stay tuned by following our social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest, or follow the links below to learn about great events happening near you.

— Lisa Tang

For more stories about lifestyle, entertainment, and cultural events in the region visit the County Line eMagazine. Check out the July/August eEdition for stories and features and visit our calendar and Live Music sections. It’s all online in County Line Magazine.

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“Smuggling Parrots” by Melissa W. Miller is on display in the Observations exhibit at the Tyler Museum of Art. READ MORE.

FEATURE

Matilda the Musical is performed in Sulphur Springs and Palestine this summer. Courtesy Photo

Theater Takes Center Stage This Summer

Many onstage performances are returning around the Upper East Side of Texas this summer — the perfect time to escape the heat while enjoying live theater. Several nonprofit theater organizations from communities around the region recruit folks of all ages and backgrounds to act, sing, dance, direct, and work behind the scenes in entertaining productions that continue to amaze and impress audiences year after year. READ MORE.

THIS TIME OF YEAR

Small Towns Celebrate Independence Day

On a busy Saturday of red, white and boom fireworks displays, many communities celebrated Independence Day early. More celebrations are continuing early this week on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, 4, in Longview, Greenville, Bonham, Henderson, Sherman, Waxahachie, and Corsicana. READ MORE.

FOOD + DRINK

Healthy Greens Sprouting at Local Farmers’ Markets

Sprouts are the beginnings of a plant — typically two to five days old — and can be grown simply with water. A variety of sprouts are available such as broccoli, alfalfa, mung bean, radish, and more. They are tender, fresh tasting, and offer outstanding nutritional benefits.

Food writer and photographer Lauren Wacaser shares tips for shopping and using these sprouts, known as microgreens, at home. READ MORE.

ARTS & CULTURE

“Homage to Greece” by Sandra St. John.

‘Allure of Watercolor’ Shows Art by Davis and St. John

Allure of Watercolor is on display through July 22 at the Winnsboro Center for the Arts in downtown Winnsboro. The exhibit features two talented artists, Walt Davis and Sandra St. John. READ MORE.