Mavis Staples and Shemekia Copeland at UT Tyler Cowan Center

Mavis Staples and Shemekia Copeland at UT Tyler Cowan Center

Experience the magic of the arts in your community and enjoy BIG Names and BIG entertainment at the UT Tyler Cowan Center! Subscribe to the BIG Country, Performing Arts, Broadway and Family Series, and don’t forget your tickets to our Concerts and Distinguished Lecture Event. With Grammy® Award-winn

6 Of the Best Places for a Date Night in Tyler

6 Of the Best Places for a Date Night in Tyler

6 Of the Best Places for a Date Night in Tyler By Holli Fourniquet As the sun sets over East Texas, splashing the sky with shades of pink and fiery orange, Tyler takes on a whole new vibe—one made for romance and adventure. Whether it’s a first date or a night out with your longtime […]6 Of the Best

Live Music Gig Guide for #tylertx

Live Music Gig Guide for #tylertx

Looking for live music in Tyler TX? Where is there live music? Who’s playing? When? Find who is playing where and when here.Welcome to the Live Music Gig Guide for #tylertx:Your Essential Guide to All Things Music in Tyler TXLooking for live music in Tyler TX?Immerse yourself in the rhythm and melod

Holiday Christmas Tree & Lights Recycling

Holiday Christmas Tree & Lights Recycling

Now accepting broken string lights!In partnership with Caldwell Zoo, we will also be accepting broken string lights, as long as they are separated from the tree. Lights can be dropped off at either Parks location or the Caldwell Zoo proceeds from the donations will serve as a fundraiser for their Li

Help Keep Our Neighbors Warm: PATH Blanket Drive

Help Keep Our Neighbors Warm: PATH Blanket Drive

As we celebrate this special season, there are several meaningful ways you can help PATH bring warmth, stability, and hope to our East Texas neighbors. Whether you choose to meet an immediate need or make a year-end gift that strengthens our mission, your kindness helps brighten the holidays for fam

Book Review – Confession by Michael Cordell

Book Review – Confession by Michael Cordell

By Gini RaineyIt’s been a while since I jumped on the ‘book-review’ bandwagon, but when the author personally requests his book be read and reviewed, it’s difficult to turn him down! I must say, Mr. Cordell, thank you for requesting I read your book. I am so very glad you did!Confession is the third

Pet-Friendly Places, Events, Good Causes and More

Pet-Friendly Places, Events, Good Causes and More

There are several pet-friendly places and activities in Tyler, TX where you can enjoy time with your furry friend.Faulkner Park offers nature trails, and Lucky Dog Park is a fenced-in area for off-leash play.You can also find dog-friendly patios at restaurants like ETX Brewing and The Grove.Here’s a

Festivals: Fall is the Perfect Time to Celebrate

Festivals: Fall is the Perfect Time to Celebrate

Sunny days and mild nights make #tylertx and #easttx the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food, beer, and wine while others celebrate various ethnic and cultural holidays. Check out these upcoming events.

Family BINGO Night at South Spring Baptist Church

Family BINGO Night at South Spring Baptist Church

Get ready for a night full of fun, friendly competition, and fabulous prizes at our Family BINGO Night on Wednesday, July 31, from 6:00–8:00 PM at South Spring Baptist Church!Doors open at 5:00 PM, and the taco bar will be ready to serve up delicious bites before the games begin at 6:00. This event

Baby Zebra Arrives Plus New Early Hours at Caldwell Zoo

Baby Zebra Arrives Plus New Early Hours at Caldwell Zoo

WONDERFUL NEWS!July 7, 2025, in the African savanna of Caldwell Zoo, Amali, a female Grevy’s zebra, gave birth to a beautiful foal. The birth took place in a quiet grassy field where the zebras are free to roam and graze. Both mother and foal are doing great. Amali is being very attentive and showin

Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power! Show Added

Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power! Show Added

Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power!Saturday, November 15 • 1 PM and 5 PM (NEW!)The stage show that has kids across North America buzzing is back with an ALL NEW live adventure: Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power! Based on the wildly popular PBS Kids series, this action-packed

Donate 2 new box fans for free adoptions at Tyler Animal Services 

Donate 2 new box fans for free adoptions at Tyler Animal Services 

As Summer heats up, Tyler Animal Services is partnering with PATH (People Attempting to Help) to make a meaningful difference for local families and animals in need of loving homes. This July, adoption fees for dogs and cats will be waived with the donation of two new box fans. These fans will be do

Curbside recycling service to resume in Tyler on July 14th

Curbside recycling service to resume in Tyler on July 14th

After more than a year-long pause, the City of Tyler is excited to announce the official return of its curbside recycling program, beginning Monday, July 14.The service was temporarily suspended following a structure fire at Rivers Recycling in Kilgore, which handled the processing of materials coll

Cool Off in East Texas at these Fun Places to Play in the Water

Cool Off in East Texas at these Fun Places to Play in the Water

To add locations, please get in touch with us at eguidemagazine@gmail.com.When you want to splurge and cool off in the water plus have some fun, check out these great places:UT TYLER POOLDay pass $103080 Alumni Cir, Tyler, TX 75799FUN FOREST POOL & SPLASH PAD$1 – Residents / $2 – Non-Residents900 N

7 Things to Do When It’s Raining in #tylertx

7 Things to Do When It’s Raining in #tylertx

By Holli FourniquetWe have had an unusual amount of rain in Texas. Sunny days are prime time to soak up that vitamin D that we miss out on in the winter months, and I believe it is the reason people are happier in Texas, no matter how much we complain about the humidity.But this year, the rainstorms

Great Harvest Bread: Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

Great Harvest Bread: Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

“Revisited”It’s always an absolute pleasure stopping by Great Harvest Bread Co. Tyler, TX. Honestly, it’s one of the few places where carbs feel like a good thing.I was out doing a bit of shopping (buying stuff I probably don’t need) and started to work up an appetite.That’s when I remembered I was

Summer Camps Kick Off Loads of Summer Fun

Summer Camps Kick Off Loads of Summer Fun

As you start to make plans for your fun-filled summer days, click the events below to find a camp or two for your kids! There’s a variety of quality camps for all ages and interests throughout the break.Some of the camps have limited space, so claim your spot today!

Call to Artists: Treasures on Canvas at the Goodman Open Now

Call to Artists: Treasures on Canvas at the Goodman Open Now

The Goodman-LeGrand Museum, located at 624 N. Broadway Ave., will host its third annual local artist exhibit featuring art of local artists at Goodman Museum.Each artist must draw inspiration from artifacts in the home, room views or exterior features. Floral pieces will also be accepted this year.T

Mariscos Los Chochos Fieruss By Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

Mariscos Los Chochos Fieruss By Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

“Revisited”Mariscos Los Chochos Fieruss is one of my go-to spots for incredible Mexican food and honestly, I’ve never had a bad experience there, unless you count being so full I needed a nap shortly after.Today, I decided to shake things up. After seeing a recent food post from their facebook page,

Elfrieda’s BBQ & Southern Kitchen By Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

Elfrieda’s BBQ & Southern Kitchen By Big Back Ballew’s Food Reviews

By Big Back Ballew’s Food ReviewsI finally got to try Elfrieda’s BBQ & Southern Kitchen!!!I knew it was going to be good when I pulled up and there was already a decent line of people waiting to order. I hopped out of my car and got right in line with everyone else. The line wasn’t necessarily slow,

‘Dog Days’ works by author-illustrator Jared Chapman opens May 2nd

‘Dog Days’ works by author-illustrator Jared Chapman opens May 2nd

It is always free to view a8am-11pm daily. Opening Reception at Gallery Main Street DowntownCommunity Opening ReceptionOpening Reception at Gallery Main Street for ‘Dog Days’ Jared ChapmanFriday, May 2nd, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.Gallery Main Street in the Plaza Tower LobbyThe opening reception at Gallery Ma

April Outdoor Adventures with Tyler Parks and Rec

April Outdoor Adventures with Tyler Parks and Rec

April Outdoor Adventures with Tyler Parks and RecMovies, art shows, dances, hikes in Tyler TXEngage in movies, art shows, dances in Tyler TX with these Tyler Parks and Recreation events for all ages.17th Annual Rose City Artisan and Flower MarketThe 17th Annual Rose City Artisan and Flower Market wi

Make a Splash This Summer at The Waterpark at The Villages Resort

Make a Splash This Summer at The Waterpark at The Villages Resort

Did you know there’s an indoor waterpark in Flint that features a lazy river, waterslides, a wave pool and many other attractions? The Waterpark at The Villages Resort offers 25,000 square feet of fun for the entire family, making it one of the largest in Texas. The 19,000-square-foot, glass-enclose