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Things to Do | Nov. 8-15
Nov. 8-15
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Nov. 8
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, 2024
Location: Crow Museum of Asian Art, 2010 Flora St. Dallas, TX
Admission: Free
Additional details: Japan, Form & Function: The Montgomery Collection
Nov. 9
The IQ® Brew
Cynthia Heyn, a member of the corporate relations team at UT Dallas' Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, will present an overview of three prominent UT Dallas programs: UTDesign – Computer Science and Engineering Capstone, UTDSolv – Business and Marketing Capstone and UTDiscover – Data Science Capstone. The Panel will consist of three sponsors/partners, one for each program who will tell how their company has benefitted from their capstone experiences.
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: Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: IQ Brew®: UT Dallas Capstone Projects - Benefits to Business Panel
In beTWEEN Book Club
Kids ages 9-12 can read the best of the best kids books and explore their content via games, scavenger hunts, film excerpts and more. They can try something new every month, based on book award and nominee lists like the Bluebonnet, Little Mavericks, Sibert, Geisel and more.
Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Library Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 550
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Event Calendar
Understanding Medicare Plans
Learn how Medicare works, what it covers, different choices available to you and various plan options. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.
Time: 3 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Hiring Red, White & You! Statewide Hiring Event
Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas (WSNCT) will host its annual Hiring Red White & You! Hiring Event. The event is open to the public but is geared toward veterans and their spouses.
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano, TX
Admission: Free, register here
Additional details: Hiring Red, White and You!
Nov. 10
Richardson Senior Holiday Bazaar
Visit the annual Richardson Senior Holiday Bazaar! More than 50 senior vendors will be selling handcrafted goods including pottery, jewelry, knitted hats and blankets, paintings and much more. Get unique personal gifts for friends and family just in time for the holiday season. Food will be available at the Senior Center’s Sip & Snack Café. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required. In preparation for this event, the Senior Center will be closed for setup on Nov. 9.
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 10-11)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
“When You Wish Upon a Star”
Eisemann Center Presents an unforgettable evening celebrating 100 years of Disney through the lens of jazz. From “Snow White” to “Lady and the Tramp,” “Mary Poppins,” “Toy Story” and “The Jungle Book,” popular songs from these famous films have been interpreted and recorded by Disney music fans. “When You Wish Upon a Star” will be performed by the house band of The National Jazz Museum in Harlem featuring pianist Sean Mason and vocalists Tahira Clayton and Sasha Dobson.
Time: 8 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $32-$42
Additional details: Event Details | When You Wish Upon a Star
Computing 101 with Windows 10
Adults can take this class for beginners to gain fundamental computing skills. Learn how to navigate a Windows 10 laptop or desktop personal computer, how to operate the basic hardware and peripherals used by computers and more.
Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Friday)
Location: Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 550
Admission: Free, registration and a valid RPL card required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Event Calendar
Veterans Day Parade
Join the Knights of Columbus for the 25th annual Veterans Day Parade. There will be appearance from the Richardson Mayor and City Council, the Richardson High School JROTC, veterans and more.
Time: 10 a.m. (Friday)
Location: 900 St. Paul Dr. (beginning), 720 Floyd Rd. (ending)
Admission: Free
C-TECH Kids Club - Balloon Cars
Kids ages 9-12 can experiment with exciting STEM activities. They will learn about Newton's laws of motion by building a balloon powered bottled car.
Time: 4-5 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Room 400B, IQHQ
1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358
Additional details: Event Calendar
STEAM Starters - Leaves: Learn All About 'Em
Kids ages 6-8 can discover and explore science, technology, engineering, art and math with hands-on activities. They can learn all the science about leaves, how they chance color, why they fall and what they do.
Time: 4-5 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Room 400A, IQHQ
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 to register
Additional details: Event Calendar
CityLine Night Market + Live Music
Support local makers and vendors with dozens of booths featuring handmade and vintage goods. Attendees can also enjoy some live music.
Time: 6-10 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine Night Market + Live Music
CityLine Lights
This holiday season you can see more than half a million holiday lights that brighten CityLine. There will also be an 18-foot Christmas tree for you to capture the perfect photo with family, friends and pets.
Time: All day (Nov. 10-Jan. 5)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIGHTS
Nov. 11
“Get Happy Starring Michael Feinstein”
Michael Feinstein rejoices in the songs and saga of “Miss Show Business” in his brand-new concert. “Get Happy: Michael Feinstein Celebrates the Judy Garland Centennial.” Liza Minnelli serves as executive producer of this multimedia live show, that features big screen film clips, archival photos, rare concert footage and more.
Time: 8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $77
Additional details: Event Details | Get Happy: Michael Feinstein
RWC Trivia Challenge
Join the Richardson Woman’s Club for the annual Trivia Challenge.
Time: 5:45 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (games begin)
(Saturday)
Location: Network of Community Ministries, 1500 International Pkwy.
Admission: $50 (individual ticket), $250 (table of six)
Additional details: Richardson Woman's Club - RWC Trivia Challenge
Teen Program - Origami Time
Teens ages 13-18 can learn how to make several popular origami pieces including a crane, flower, ninja star and tiny lucky stars.
Time: 3-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Youth Services Program Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 550
Admission: Free
Additional details: Event Calendar
Snow Queen Ballet
Studio 3 Dance presents the Snow Queen Ballet. The ballet, based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale of the same name, tells the story of undying friendship between childhood friends through beautiful dance and costumes.
Time: 7 p.m. (Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
(Nov. 11, 12)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $20-$25
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center
Chamber Music International
Join Chamber Music International for the first concert of the 2023-24 season.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: St. Barnabas Presbyterian Church, 1220 W. Belt Line Rd.
Admission: $45 adults, $40 seniors, $15 students
Additional details: Chamber Music International
Nov. 12
UT Dallas Band and Orchestra Concert
Join the UT Dallas Wind Ensemble and String Orchestra for the UT Dallas Band and Orchestra concert.
Time: 3-5:15 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: University Theatre, 800 W. Campbell Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: UT Dallas Wind Ensemble, String Orchestra, University Orchestra Concert
Nov. 13
Tech Tips for the “Tech Timid”
Learn about the hidden features on your smartphone, new scams to be aware of and more. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, so BYOT (Bring Your Own Technology) and leave feeling more confident about how to make the most of your phones, tablets and laptops.
Time: 10 a.m. (Monday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $5
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
Nov. 14
Veterans Benefits
Join the Richardson Senior Center for a presentation about VA benefits for veterans, their spouses and widows. These benefits can help individuals age in place or assist in affordable senior living. After the presentation there will be an opportunity for questions. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.
Time: 10 a.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for additional details
Study of Independent Senior Living Options
Join the Richardson Senior Center for part two of this two-part class that will help guide you to make an informed decision about independent senior living options for those 55 and older. The class will analyze the specifics like master planned housing communities, condos, co-ops, life care facilities and senior apartments and more. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.
Time: 1-3 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $15
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
Nov. 15
Staying Safe Online
Learn how to spot the telltale signs of “phishing” and other scamming strategies and how to protect yourself online using a variety of helpful tips. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is required.
Time: 2 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
WhatMatters Symposium presents StoneMatters
Join WhatMatters, a social impact program, to navigate today’s complex issues one topic at a time during part three of a three-part panel series. The topics include architecture, design and building solutions in the face of severe weather events.
Time: 4:30-6 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Texas Counter Fitters, 909 N. Bowser Rd.
Admission: Free, register here
Additional details: StoneMatters: HOW to Build For The Future With A Focus On Resilience
After Hours (Teen Night)
Teens ages 13-17 can have their own to space to eat, play and learn sports, play video games and connect with other teens in a safe place.
Time: 5-8 p.m. (Nov. 18)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $20
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #38113
Annual Christmas Parade
Attend the 51st annual City of Richardson Christmas Parade. This year’s theme is “The Parade of Misfit Toys.” Bands, floats, decorated vehicles and Santa and Mrs. Claus will delight onlookers during the parade.
Registration is now open for organizations wishing to participate in the Christmas Parade. Parade registration closes at 11:59 p.m., Nov. 20. Entry fees and new, unwrapped toys will go to Network of Community Ministries. To register, visit www.cor.net/christmasparade.
Friends of the Parade VIP Packages are also one sale. Friends of the Parade receive a parking pass, complimentary refreshments, reserved seating and donation to Network in their name.
Time: 9 a.m. (Dec. 2)
Location: Parade begins at Richardson High School, 1250 W. Belt Line Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Richardson’s 51st Annual Christmas Parade
Santa’s Village
Enjoy the magic of the holidays at Santa’s Village. Visit a variety of themed dwellings throughout the park, each with a holiday craft, including photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Time: 6-9 p.m. (Friday), 5-9 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday)
Runs Dec. 2-17
Location: Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/santasvillage