Alicia Barker is collecting
$25 gift cards to use as prizes for our Duck Sales contest. If you have one tucked away in a drawer that you’re not using, we’d love to put it to good use. And if you’re able to pick one up, that’s appreciated too - completely optional, always welcomed!
RRW Duck Derby Volunteer Signups - Please check your email for the Volunteer Signup message and link (customized for you). This year’s event will require approximately 300 volunteers, and before we open the available positions to community groups, we want Cross Timbers Rotary members to have the first opportunity to choose their preferred roles and shifts. Whether you enjoy working with guests, helping behind the scenes, supporting the duck race, assisting in the Kids Zone, selling ducks and merchandise, directing traffic, or helping with setup and breakdown, there is a place for everyone to serve. Questions - reach out to Tina - tmalmberg12@gmail.com
RRW Duck Derby Tagging Party - On Thursday, September 17th at 4:00 pm
SHARP, we’ll kick off the important job of de-tagging and re-tagging 30,000 ducks so they’re race-ready. This is a massive team effort, and we’d love your help! Please sign up - sign up your family, friends and neighbors too!
Sign Up Here
Sundays, through Duck Derby season -
Buck-A-Duck Booths at Flower Mound Farmer's Market. Click Here For Calendar Link and Sign Up We need Cross Timbers members to help support our Buck-A-Duck teams with booth setup/take down.
August 28 - Cross Timbers Rotary’s 11th Birthday Party. Join us as we celebrate the rich 11-year history of Cross Timbers Rotary Club. More details coming soon.
Saturday, September 19: THE DUCKS ARE BACK! 
9th Annual Rhythms at the River Walk Duck Derby event on Saturday, September 19th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Flower Mound River Walk! This event is graciously sponsored by numerous local organizations and individuals. his SUPER FUN and FREE event is sure to be a blast and will raise funds for over 25 charitable organizations in Denton County.
October 2-4 - CTR Fall Campout at Twin Coves - Here is the link to reserve your site. Simply enter the date range (Oct 2-4), though some do come in a day early and make your reservation. Location map | Flower Mound Parks & Recreation If you make your reservation in a cabin or an RV spot - let Jim know and he will compile a list.
Community Calendar:
August 29 - Santa Cops Casino Night: 5:30 pm at Courtyard by Marriott Flower Mound, 4330 Courtyard Way. The Flower Mound Police Department & the Flower Mound Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association present Santa Cops Casino Night, benefiting the Flower Mound Police Department's Santa Cops program. Try your luck at traditional casino games, including blackjack, poker, roulette, craps, and slots while raising money for a good cause! Throughout the night, there will be additional games and events happening, including a lucky draw game, and mystery chip bags. Tickets & Sponsorship Opportunity
September 21 - Metroport Meals on Wheels - 34th Annual Golf Tournament. Starting at 8:30 am at Diamond Oaks Country Club, 5821 Diamond Oaks Dr. N., Fort Worth. All proceeds from the event will benefit Metroport Meals on Wheels, helping to provide nutritious meals and daily wellness checks to homebound individuals in our community. Register here
September 26 - CCA's - Hopeful Hearts 5K/1M Stampede: 5K Race starts at 8:00 am, 1Mile Walk/Run starts at 8:10 - CCA 200 S. Mill St, Lewisville, TX 75057, followed by Lewisville Western Days at 12:00 (every registered runner receives free entry to the festival’s exciting events!). Every dollar raised directly supports local families through CCA’s comprehensive services, providing hope and lasting change for those in need. Register Here
October 3 - Giving Grace’s - Harvest of Hope Gala: 5:30 pm at Royal Affairs Ballroom, 140 E. Main Street, Suite 103, Lewisville. Dress to impress and step into an evening filled with purpose, passion, and impact, as we come together to support families in our community who are overcoming homelessness with grace & courage. $125 single/$225 couple Event Details
October 17 - Special Abilities of North Texas (SANT) - Denim & Diamonds Gala at Hilton Garden Inn, Lewisville. The Denim & Diamonds Gala is an unforgettable evening benefiting Special Abilities of North Texas. Guests gather for a night of great food, music, auctions, and community, all in support of adults with developmental disabilities who attend SANT’s programs each day. Tables and Sponsorships available now at: Denim & Diamonds
October 24 - Walk for Polio Rotarians from Zones 25b & 29 will be participating in the World's Largest Polio Walk by joining forces to walk together at 10 a.m. CDT for an end to polio. Cross Timbers will be participating in the walk and we'll make it FUN! Details coming soon
October 24 - Flower Mound Fiesta - THE biggest party of the year, presented by Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce. from Saturday, October 24, 2026 5:30 PM thru Sunday, October 25, 2026 12:00 AM. Embassy Suites, 2401 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine Register Here
October 24 - Make-A-Wish’s Wranglers & Wishes at Omni Fort Worth Hotel, 1300 Houston Street, Fort Worth. Cowtown Cocktail hour starts at 6:00 pm. Ballroom doors open @ 7:00pm, followed by a gourmet seated dinner, live auction, and dessert and dancing. Details Here
November 14 - District 5790 Foundation Gala at University of North Texas - Details coming soon
January 16, 2027 - 15th Annual United Tribute - Dancing with Our Stars at Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center from 6:00 - 9:30 pm. This year's Dancing with Our Stars will feature 15 volunteer dancing couples in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of UNITED Tribute. Plus, we encourage Dancing with Our Stars alumni to return to the dance competition this year. Tickets & Details Here
This Week's Challenge: Claim your Duck Derby job! Before you close this Weekly Compass, find your personalized Duck Derby Volunteer Signup email and choose your shift. Already signed up? Recruit one friend, family member, neighbor, or coworker to join you at the Tagging Party on September 17.
