Aug. 9-16

Plan your weekend with Richardson's Things to Do e-newsletter, published weekly every Wednesday. 

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Aug. 9

Darbey’s StoryWalk^® 

Enjoy the August edition of Darbey’s StoryWalk^®. This month’s book is titled “What the Dinosaurs Did at School” written by Refe and Susan Tuma. This book is a goofy celebration of starting a new school year. Learn lots, have fun and try not to get into too much trouble like these dinos.  

Darbey’s StoryWalk^® 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.  

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

Additional details: Darbey's Storywalk | Richardson, TX (cor.net) 

Aug. 10

The IQ^® Brew

“Smart Mobility” will be the topic of the day for next week’s IQ® Brew! Smart Mobility is the merging of technology, vehicles, and the roads we drive. Transportation planners Collin Moffett and Connor Sadro from the North Central Texas Council of Governments are scheduled to give a look at the future of freight optimization and digital infrastructure programs tied into regional smart mobility efforts.

The IQ^® Brew is a free, public networking and educational series hosted at the Richardson IQ^® HQ featuring short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts. 

Time: 8:30-10 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: IQ Headquarters, 1302 E. Collins Blvd. 
Admission: Free, register here

Additional details: The IQ Brew®: Transportation Broadband with NCTCOG Transportation Planners

Alamo Drafthouse – Summer Kids Camp - “Paddington 2”

During the summer break, Alamo Drafthouse will show a movie for little kids, big kids and grownup kids each week. The selection of movies will range from recent animated favorites to timeless classics. Catch a showing of “Paddington 2.” 

Time: 10 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expressway
Admission: $5 

Additional details: Kids Camp | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Seasonal Allergies Talk

Learn more about seasonal allergies and how to find relief. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required. 

Time: 10 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required

Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register or for more information

Aug. 11

Friends of the Library Book Sale

The book sale returns! In the basement of the Richardson Public Library, you will find thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and other media for great prices. 

Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Aug. 11 & 12)
2-5 p.m. (Aug. 13)
Location: Richardson Public Library
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.richardsonfol.org 

CityLine Night Market + Live Music 

Spend the evening supporting local makers and vendors featuring handmade and vintage goods. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcome.  

Time: 6-10 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: CityLine Night Market + Live Music - CityLine DFW 

Aug. 12

Art for All! All for Art! 

Paint some “kindness rocks” and yarn “bomb” (wrap yarn around things like table legs) the Youth Services area! Enjoy a smorgasbord of craft supplies and be as smart as you like. It’s your opportunity to make whatever springs to your imagination. For all ages. Younger children need to be accompanied/supervised by a parent.  

Time: 2-5 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: First Floor Program Room & Youth Services Area, Richardson Public Library
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Art for All! All for Art!

Dungeons and Dragons: Mystic Misfits 

Come join a teen-led Dungeons & Dragons event. Ages 12-19 only.  

Time: 2-5 p.m. 
Location: Studio RPL, Richardson Public Library
Admission: Free, registration required.
E-mail StephenW.Davis@cor.gov to sign up 

Additional details: Dungeons & Dragons in the Library

Aug. 13

Japan, Form & Function: The Montgomery Collection 

Visit the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas to see a landmark exhibition based on the collection of Jeffery Montgomery, titled “Japan, Form & Function: The Montgomery Collection.”  

Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday) 
Runs through April 14, 2023
Location: Crow Museum of Asian Art, 2010 Flora St. Dallas, TX
Admission: Free.  

Additional details: Japan, Form & Function: The Montgomery Collection - Comet Calendar (utdallas.edu) 

Aug. 14

Alamo Drafthouse – Summer Kids Camp - “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”

During the summer break, Alamo Drafthouse will show a movie for little kids, big kids and grownup kids each week. The selection of movies will range from recent animated favorites to timeless classics. Catch a showing of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.” 

Time: 10 a.m., Aug. 14-16
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expressway
Admission: $5 

Additional details: Kids Camp | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Aug. 15

Coffee & Cops 

Join the Richardson Police Department for Coffee & Cops. Stop by and say hello. Officers will be available discuss any concerns you have or to answer questions.  

Time: 9-10 a.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Starbucks, 1401 W. Campbell Rd.
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Coffee and Cops | Community Events | Richardson Police Department 

Aug. 16

5’n Wine Social Run with Whole Foods Market 

Meet on the front patio of Whole Foods CityLine for a 5K run through Spring Creek Nature Area. Following the run, celebrate with a social hour at the Whole Foods bar.  

Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Whole Foods CityLine, 1411 E. Renner Rd. 
Admission: Free, register here

Additional details: 5'n Wine Social Run with Whole Foods Market - CityLine DFW

Strategies for Surviving an Active Shooter Event 

The Richardson Police Department is hosting a community event to discuss points from a course called “Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events.” The discussion will be led by Sgt. Claude Locke.  

Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Aug. 17)
Location: Richardson Police Department Multipurpose Room, 200 N. Greenville Ave
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4955 

Additional details: Strategies for Surviving an Active Shooter Event

Slices for Supplies 

Join Greenville Avenue Pizza Company for its annual Slices for Supplies event. Bring in supplies and get a free one topping slice of pizza which benefits three local schools.  

Time: 5-8 p.m. (Aug. 22)
Location: Greenville Avenue Pizza Company, 520 Lockwood Dr. Suite 200
(Or any other locations)
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Slices for Supplies

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