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I am a big fan of all the libraries in Irving because they each have unique activities and programs that my kids can enjoy. Did you know that all of the four libraries in Irving offer a summer reading program for young kids, teens and adults, as well as, ongoing library events, digital downloads and more? 

Whether the weather is sunny, or whether the weather is wet, there's fun all around with this list that I've found, so plan for your best weekend yet. Okay, so I'm not a poet. But I do know that Irving is a great place to be on the weekends. Here I present to you my top three favorite, but if you visit our website, you can find a calendar full of area activities.

Toyota Music Factory (TMF) has officially kicked off with its Grand Opening last weekend, featuring live performances by Brad Paisley and Keith Sweat. It was nice to boot scootin’ boogie to some country favorites, and then groove to the soulful R&B tracks. This is just the beginning for TMF of course, as chart-topping performers have already lined up to rock the stage of TMF’s The Pavilion throughout the year and beyond. On top of it all, most of the restaurants and bars scheduled to open here are already up and running! So if you haven’t been here before, read along as we reveal the 3 things you need to know when planning your visit to TMF! 

Maybe you visited here before or maybe you've been to a concert at The Pavilion, but you haven't been to the TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY GRAND OPENING! How'd we get so lucky to have so many great restaurants, music venues, and even a movie theater right here in one city block? The Music Factory is a good time waiting to happen, and its Grand Opening will be packed full of fun. Now don't worry, I'll be sure to list everything that's going on in Irving, Texas this weekend, but first . . . THE FACTORY!

As we’re going deep into spring, when rainy days, flowers, and allergies seem to be taking place almost simultaneously, the idea of doing a Spring Cleaning came to my mind. Not just my house or my closet, but my body too! So when I saw that the new health-conscious restaurant at the Toyota Music Factory complex called Freshii is offering a 1 (Quickie), 3 (Determined), and 5-day (Focused) juice cleanse package, I decided to try it! 

Spring into some of the coolest events in Irving. Whether you are a resident or visiting, these spring and summer festivals need to be on your calendar. 

The originator of the National Empanada Day might be unknown, but we’re glad that she or he came up with it because we’ll take any excuse to eat these folded pastries – baked or fried – any day! With its famously diverse food scene, the city of Irving prides itself as one of the best, if not THE ultimate destination for empanadas in DFW, with two empanaderias topping online charts and reviews for more than 5 years and counting! Without further ado, here they are! 

This weekend we are celebrating one of the oldest and yet most widely consumed alcoholic beverage in the world, beer. Whether you like it blonde, dark, or fruity, we’ve got a place for you to celebrate the National Beer Day in Irving! 

Round up your family and friends for a weekend full of fun here in Irving, Texas.  To help you with some exciting things to talk about at the water cooler on Monday, I have listed several weekend activities for you below.  As always, you can find even more events on our website at IrvingTexas.com.

Sapp Sapp Lao and Thai food is making roots in Downtown Irving. Sapp Sapp is located on Main street in Downtown Irving, it’s a small restaurant with many delicious treasures. Owner Xay Senephoumy helped me navigate the menu and offered a few of his recommendations.