Unique Denton: Squaring Off

By Elizabeth Lunday
Denton Live Spring/Summer 2006

The Denton County Courthouse Square is more than just the hub of local government. It’s the center of community activity—and the place to go for yummy food and toe-tapping music. You can taste award-winning Texas vintages during the wine festival in May and pick up fresh fruits and veggies all summer long at the Farmer’s Market. Check out the famous Denton music scene at the Thursday Twilight Tunes Concert Series in May and June, and the Acoustic Lawn Jam held Saturday mornings year-round, where you’re welcome to bring your own instrument and join in.

John B. Denton Days
John B. Denton is the preacher, lawyer,pioneer, and soldier for whom Denton County and the city of Denton are named. On the bicentennial of his birth, Denton will honor
its forebear with a three-day celebration of his life and times. Period re-enactors will demonstrate crafts such as weaving and candle making, while bands play old-timey
tunes on period instruments. Saturday night will be topped off with a performance by legendary outlaw country singer/songwriter Billy Joe Shaver. The John B. Denton Days will take place on the Denton County Courthouse on the Square lawn July 28–30, 2006.

Dinner and a Movie
Denton has its share of multiplexes and mega-movie theaters, but for a cozy—and delicious—movie experience, make your way to the Denton Movie Tavern. While watching the latest Hollywood blockbuster, you can chow down on burgers, pizzas, salads, and desserts (Snickers cheesecake, anyone?) or sample one of the 24 beers on tap. The Denton Movie Tavern is located on University Dr. at Hinkle in the Kroger shopping center.