June 22-29

Get help planning your weekend and find things to do locally (as well as things you can easily connect to with DART) with the City’s new Richardson Things to Do e-newsletter, which will be published weekly. 

Information on how to subscribe to the newsletter can be found at www.cor.net/thingstodo.

June 22

The second round of the Miss Texas and Miss Texas Outstanding Teen continues.

Time: 7 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Eisemann Center.
Admission: $50-$125 per person. 

Additional details: Event Details | Miss Texas--Prelim #2 (eisemanncenter.com)

Frida Flower Crown & Painting Workshop

In this workshop you will make your own artificial flower crowns at the beginning of class. Then you will be guided through painting a 16"x20" portrait of Frida Kahlo. All materials will be provided and the portrait of Frida Kahlo will be pre-drawn on the canvas. This class is open to anyone 15 year of age and older. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: CityLine Plaza.
Admission: $65 per person.

Additional details: CLASS SERIES: Frida Flower Crown & Painting Workshop - CityLine DFW

Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Club

Join the Richardson Public Library's Summer Reading Club. Children will keep track of their reading with an official reading log. Read books and earn prizes and raffle entries to win a grand prize. Every 10 books or 10 reading hours equals one raffle entry. 

Time: Through Aug. 7
Location: Richardson Public Library.
Admission: Pick up an official log at the Youth Services Help Desk in the Richardson Public Library. Kids can also sign up online here. 

Additional details: Summer Reading Club | Richardson, TX (cor.net)

June 23

IQ^® Brew

This event will feature Richardson-based Halff Associates, Inc., an interdisciplinary planning and design firm that provides comprehensive services that interrelate to all facets of the built and natural environments. Matt Bucchin and Lenny Hughes will briefly introduce the concept of Smart Cities, its trends and benefits, and how technology is influencing and changing our urban environments. 

Time: 8:30-10 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: 1900 Jay Ell Dr. (In person), or virtually.
Admission: Free and open to the public. 

Additional details: The IQ Brew: Halff Associates - Smart Cities, Innovation, and Sustainability, Thu, Jun 23, 2022, 8:30 AM | Meetup

Kids Camp - Alamo Drafthouse

Join Alamo Drafthouse all summer long for kids camp. New and old family friendly movies will be shown for everyone to enjoy. See recent animated favorites to timeless classics. Head over to the theater to watch "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway."

Time: 11:30 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expressway.
Admission: $5 per person. 

Additional details: Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Kristyn Harris & Hailey Sandoz

Gene Autry Fan Club Concerts presents award winning duo Kristyn Harris and Hailey Sandoz. They will perform at the Richardson Senior Center. 

Time: 12:30 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Senior Center. 
Admission: Free. 

Additional details: Call 214-403-5802 or e-mail baumann.jerry@yahoo.com to reserve your free space for this event. 

Network's Professional Social

Join Network for a great way to prepare for future career opportunities. There will be resume and LinkedIn help as well as professional headshots all for free. 

Time: 3-4:30 p.m. (LinkedIn and resume help), 4:30-6 p.m. (Headshots). Thursday.
Location: The Network, 1500 International Parkway. 
Admission: Free. No registration required. 

Additional details: www.thenetwork.org

Miss Texas & Miss Texas’ Outstanding Teen

The third round of the Miss Texas and Miss Texas Outstanding Teen continues.

Time: 7 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Eisemann Center.
Admission: $50-$125 per person. 

Additional details: Event Details | Miss Texas--Prelim #3 (eisemanncenter.com)

June 24

Meet and learn about therapy dogs from the Heart of Texas Therapy Dog handlers.

Time: 3-4 p.m. (Friday)
Location: First Floor Program Room in the Richardson Public Library.
Admission: Free. Open to the public.

Additional details: Tales for Tails: Meet the Therapy Dogs | Event Calendar | Richardson, TX (cor.net)

Newsies the Musical

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies is the exciting tale of Jack Kelly, a newsboy and lead of a band of newsies.

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $32 adults, $18 youth (8-18)

Additional details: Musicals, Theatre Education - Repertory Company Theatre - Richardson, Tx (rcttheatre.com)

Set in Truvy’s Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, join five funny and marvelous ladies who will have you wanting to move to Chinquapin.

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $25 adults, $15 seniors and students.

Additional details: The Core Theatre | Richardson, Texas | Outhouse Tickets

Kids Camp - Alamo Drafthouse

Join Alamo Drafthouse all summer long for kids camp. New and old family friendly movies will be shown for everyone to enjoy. See recent animated favorites to timeless classics. Head over to the theater to watch "Hotel Transylvania."

Time: 11:55 a.m. (Friday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expressway.
Admission: $5 per person. 

Additional details: Hotel Transylvania | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

June 25

Miss Texas’ Outstanding Teen Final

The Miss Texas’ Outstanding Teen Final and crowning ceremony takes place. 

Time: 1 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Eisemann Center.
Admission: $80-$135 per person. 

Additional details: Event Details | Miss Texas--Teen Final (eisemanncenter.com)

Miss Texas Final 

The Miss Texas Final and crowning ceremony takes place.

Time: 7 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Eisemann Center.
Admission: $80-$145 per person. 

Additional details: Event Details | Miss Texas--Miss Final (eisemanncenter.com)

Steel Magnolias

Set in Truvy’s Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, join five funny and marvelous ladies who will have you wanting to move to Chinquapin.

Time: 8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $25 adults, $15 seniors and students. 

Additional details: The Core Theatre | Richardson, Texas | Outhouse Tickets

Newsies the Musical

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies is the exciting tale of Jack Kelly, a newsboy and lead of a band of newsies.

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $32 adults, $18 youth (8-18)

Additional details: Musicals, Theatre Education - Repertory Company Theatre - Richardson, Tx (rcttheatre.com)

Morning Yoga at Huffhines Park

The Park and Recreation Department invites you to enjoy free, outdoor yoga every Saturday morning with longtime Huffhines Recreation instructor Renate Racher. All levels are welcome.

Time: 9 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Huffhines Park, 300 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free and open to the public.

Additional details: For more information call 972-744-7881.

June 26

Glitters like Gold

The Richardson Community Band continues to celebrate 50 years with “Glitters Like Gold,” an outdoor evening concert.

Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Civic Center Fountain Plaza, 411 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free and open to the public. 

Additional details: Richardson Community Band | Richardson, Texas

Newsies the Musical

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies is the exciting tale of Jack Kelly, a newsboy and lead of a band of newsies.

Time: 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $32 adults, $18 youth (8-18)

Additional details: Musicals, Theatre Education - Repertory Company Theatre - Richardson, Tx (rcttheatre.com)

Steel Magnolias

Set in Truvy’s Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, join five funny and marvelous ladies who will have you wanting to move to Chinquapin.

Time: 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Ticketed event. $25 adults, $15 seniors and students.

Additional details: The Core Theatre | Richardson, Texas | Outhouse Tickets

June 27

Summer Tennis Camps

Kids ages 5-12 can join the Huffhines Tennis Center for a summer tennis camp. It will include a chance to learn some new tennis skills, water balloon fun, receive a camp T-shirt and a pizza party.

Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 25-29, Aug. 1-5)
Location: Huffhines Tennis Center, 1601 Syracuse Dr.
Admission: $150 per week.

Additional details: www.cor.net/tennis

Junior Golf Camp - Series One

This camp is for kids whose interest in golf is either high or growing immensely. This a great class for beginners or those who have previously attended a camp. Golfers will learn putting, chipping and pitching and full swing. For kids ages 5-13.

Time: 8-1 p.m. (Monday-Friday). Runs through July 1. 
Location: Sherrill Park Golf Course, 2001 E. Lookout Drive. 
Admission: $275 per person per week. 

Additional details: Schedule Appointment with The Performance Golf Academy At Sherrill Park (acuityscheduling.com)

Kids Camp - Alamo Drafthouse

Join Alamo Drafthouse all summer long for kids camp. New and old family friendly movies will be shown for everyone to enjoy. See recent animated favorites to timeless classics. Head over to the theater to watch "Hotel Transylvania."

Time: 11:20 a.m. (showing available through June 29)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expressway.
Admission: $5 per person. 

Additional details: Hotel Transylvania | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Zumba^® Class

Join this fitness party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provide a fun and effective workout. This Zumba^® class is a total workout combining balance and flexibility.

Time: 5-6 p.m. (Every Monday & Wednesday)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center.
Admission: $10 (drop-in session), $25 (per month for one session a week), $35 (per month for two sessions a week)

Additional details: www.cor.net/parks

June 28

Meet Richardson’s County Commissioners

Join Richardson’s Chamber of Commerce to meet Richardson's county commissioners and learn what they do, what their priorities are, and what that means for Richardson. This event will feature Collin County Commissioner Cheryl Williams and Dallas County Commissioner J.J. Koch.  

Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson Civic Center.  
Admission: $20 members, $30 nonmembers. 

Additional details: Public Policy Briefing - June 28 - Jun 28, 2022 - Richardson Chamber of Commerce

RCAS Exhibit at City Hall/Civic Center

The Richardson Civic Art Society has installed a new exhibit on the north wall of the City Hall/Civic Center’s main hallway. The colorful display includes framed and unframed creations of varying sizes, including oils, watercolors, collage and acrylic mediums.

Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Monday-Friday)
Location: City Hall/Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free and open to the public.

Additional details: https://richardson-arts.org/category/exhibitions/

June 29

Darbey's Storywalk^®

Enjoy the June edition of Darbey's StoryWalk^®. It is all about movement and reading, as it enables visitors to walk along a designated path behind the Library while reading pages of a children's book posted at 16 different stations. This month's featured book is titled "Thunder Boy Jr." by Sherman Alexie and illustrated by Yuyi Morales. In this book we hear thoughts of a young boy who doesn't feel connected to his name. It is an exploration of identity and family. Even with his frustrations with his name, the boy and father have a loving relationship, making it a great choice for Father's Day this month. 

Time: Open daily.
Location: Richardson Public Library. 
Admission: Free and open to the public. 

Additional details: www.cor.net/departments/public-library/youth/darbey-s-storywalk

Family 4th  

Sparks will fly at the City of Richardson’s annual Family 4th Celebration on Monday, July 4, at Breckinridge Park. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnics, blankets and/or lawn chairs and enjoy the evening under the stars! 

Time: 6-10 p.m. (July 4)
Location: Breckinridge Park, 3555 Brand Rd. (Free parking at 3101 E. President George Bush Turnpike. A shuttle bus will take attendees to and from the event.)
Admission: Free and open to the public.

Additional details: Family 4th Celebration | Richardson, TX (cor.net)