Hall, Bovea retire from Azle PD April 15, 16
The public is invited to wish Azle Chief of Police Ben Hall and longtime Sgt. Patrick Bovea well in their retirement this week.
A farewell reception for Hall is set from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, in the Community Room at City Hall, 505 W. Main St. in Azle.
Bovea’s reception will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 16, also in the city’s Community Room.
Azle Clean Up Day set for April 18
It’s that time of year again! Azle’s Clean Up Day is set from 8-11 a.m. Saturday, April 18, and the city is currently looking for volunteers to join.
Participants will meet at Azle City Hall, 505 W. Main St., to pick up supplies. Cleanup areas will be assigned according to the number of volunteers in each group. Participation will be recorded and included in the city’s Keep Azle Beautiful statistics.
Legacy Oaks hosts car show April 18
Legacy Oaks of Azle will host its sixth annual car show from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18.
The event will feature a great lineup of cars and live entertainment. Come join in on the sights, music and fun atmosphere.
Those interested in showing off their car can contact Cece at 817-948-3056.
Come support AHS golf club April 18
The Caddie Crew, a club that supports Azle High School’s golf team, will host a cornhole tournament fundraiser for teams of two from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at The FeedLot, 225 Church St.
Join the friendly competition and enjoy live music hosted by Dustin Bell and food from Bebe’s Grazing Goodies — all to help raise money for the AHS golf team.
For more information about the signup fee and prize money, visit The Caddie Crew’s Facebook page.
Church seeks bakers for April 19
Crossing Fellowship Community Church calls on all bakers for assistance at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 19, to help launch its new tradition: a cookie-off.
Whether you’re a master of the classic chocolate chip or have a secret family recipe for the perfect snickerdoodle, they want to see what you’ve got!
Judges (the church congregation) will hold the power in deciding whose cookie reigns supreme, with all proceeds helping to fund Crossing Fellowship’s deck project for fellowship gatherings.
Sign up on the church’s Facebook page to join in as a competitor!
Donkey Basketball returns April 23
A fun-filled night of Donkey Basketball returns to the Azle High School Fine Arts Gym at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 23.
Featuring 90 minutes of entertainment among three games, Azle Independent School District staff will play basketball with real donkeys. All proceeds will benefit Azle High School Project Graduation 2026.
Text AHS ProjGrad to 234-324-3332 for tickets.
Music in the Park kickoff set April 24
Azle will launch its annual Music in the Park summer concert series with Azle High School’s Jazz Band from 8-10 p.m. Friday, April 24.
As the pre-kickoff event to the concert series, students will showcase selections of classic jazz, helping set the stage for an exciting season of live music in the park.
Come enjoy the music and food trucks while supporting the community through music!
Urban Cowboy Night kicks off April 25
The FeedLot is gearing up for season three, with an Urban Cowboy Night kickoff from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at 225 Church St.
This free event will feature live music, food trucks, a mechanical bull and more.
RSVP to the Facebook event and get ready to enjoy a night of country fun for the whole family.
CCC food drive meets jiu jitsu April 25
Rise and Clean is partnering with Genesis Jiu Jitsu to host an open mat food drive event for Community Caring Center at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 25 at 13551 S. Farm-to-Market Road 730.
An open mat means everyone is free to hang out and stretch, spar or just watch some jiu jitsu. To help support CCC, both businesses invite the public to bring donations so they can help feed the community, meet new people and check out some jiu jitsu all at the same time.
Tour AJH campus one last time April 27
The community is invited to join the Azle Independent School District for a walk down memory lane at Azle Junior High, 201 School St., from 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, April 27.
After 73 years, the original campus will soon be replaced with a new sixth- through eighth-grade campus, utilizing the two existing gyms.
To honor its legacy, the building will be open to the public for anyone who would like to walk the halls of AJH one last time.
Muir’s retirement reception set May 1
Stop by the Azle Memorial Library, 333 W. Main St., from 2-5 p.m. Friday, May 1, to wish Azle City Manager Tom Muir well during his come-and-go retirement reception.
Muir, who has served as Azle’s city manager for a total of 10 years, announced his upcoming retirement Jan. 8, with the intention of spending some quality time with his grandchildren.
The public is invited to come and support Muir to honor his decade of service to the city.
Celebrate fabulous ‘Las Azle’ May 8
Azle Manor Healthcare & Rehabilitation will host a Las Vegas-themed game night from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, May 8.
Community vendors and sponsors as well as door prizes, gift baskets, gift cards and giveaways are currently being accepted.
Come join in on the fun with high stakes, big laughs and no regrets. To RSVP, message Lorie Shannon at 817-444-2536 or Jessica Hutchens at 682-331-9610.
Chamber hosts golf tournament May 15
The Azle Area Chamber of Commerce will take a swing at its 21st annual golf tournament from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, May 15 at Cross Timbers Golf Course, 1181 S. Stewart St.
Team registration for chamber members is $500 and $550 for nonchamber members. The deadline to register is Friday, May 1.
Main Street FAM Festival May 30
MASTERpiece Paint Party & ART Studio is hosting its FAM (Faith + Art + Music) Festival from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, May 30 at shops on Main Street.
The studio is in search of artwork under the theme of “Hope” to be displayed and auctioned at the event, as well as singers and bands to participate.
All the proceeds will be supporting two nonprofits in the community, including the Future, Hope & Healing Center and P. R.A.I.S.E Worship, so come out and have a great time while supporting a good cause.
Visit the chamber website at business.azlechamber.com for more information.
