Dec. 13-20

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

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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 through Dec. 17
Location: Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/SantasVillage

“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” 

This play is about the life of George Bailey. He is a generous and well-meaning man who has become too tired to continue living.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs through Dec. 17
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $20-$22 (Friday & Saturday), $18-$20 (Thursday & Sunday) 

Additional details: It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

“Stops Along the Way”

Musicians Steven and Michelle are at opposite ends of the country and are trying to make it home to be together for the holidays as “snowmageddon” descends.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through Dec. 17
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 students 

Additional details: The Core Theatre

Dec. 13

Bicycle Flat Tire Repair Workshop 

If you want to be ready to fix your next flat tire, join a bike mechanic for this hands-on workshop. You will learn everything you need to know to change a bike tire including how to take the front and rear wheels off different types of bikes, how to safely get the tire off and the tube out, how to diagnose the cause of a flat tire and more.  

Time: 7-9 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: Free, register here 

Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
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“The Grinch” 

See Intensity Dance’s winter show titled “The Grinch.” This musical adaptation of the famous Dr. Seuss story includes more than 80 dancers on stage, jazz and much more.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $32 

Additional details: Event Details | Intensity Dance-The Grinch

Dec. 14

The IQ^® Brew

Join this discussion that sheds light on the methodology employed by Alpha Genesis Labs, drawing insights from software startup principles and implementing software development methods. 

Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd. 
Admission: Free, RSVP here 

Additional details: IQ Brew: Improving Student Outcomes: Data Analytics to Help Educators

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 nominee lists like the Bluebonnet, Little Mavericks, Sibert, Geisel and more.  

Time: 4:30-5:15 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Library Millwood Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required 

Additional details: In beTWEEN Book Club

Dec. 15

“Home for the Holidays” 

Join the Richardson Community Chorale for a holiday concert titled “Home for the Holidays.” 

Time: 7 p.m. (Friday)
Location: First United Methodist Church, 503 N. Central Expy. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Richardson Community Chorale

Microsoft Word Beginner 

Learn how to use Microsoft’s celebrated word processing program. Participants will learn how to navigate Word’s resources and tools, how to create and format text, how to edit margins and more.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Friday)
Location: Library Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration and valid RPL card required 

Additional details: Microsoft Word Beginner

Blue Bag Giveaway 

One roll of blue bags per family/household will be given away. You must present a photo ID with a Richardson address.  

Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Calloway’s, 2100 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/philup

Dec. 16

North Pole in the Plaza 

Enjoy real snow covering CityLine Plaza, hop on the Choo Choo Express for a ride around the plaza, face painting, photos with an elf, cookie decorating, a DJ spinning holiday tunes and more.  

Time: 2-8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: North Pole in The Plaza

“The Nutcracker” - Tuzer Ballet 

Tuzer Ballet presents its annual production of the holiday ballet, Peter Tchikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.” Come and be transported to the wondrous world of swirling snowflakes, magical gifts and the land of the Sugar Plum fairy. Professional soloists and young dancers will light up the stage with some of the most technically advanced choreography.  

Time: 2 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday) 
Runs Dec. 16-17
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $29-$85 

Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center 

A John Denver Christmas 

“Rocky Mountain High Experience, A John Denver Christmas” starring Rick Schuler, is an intimate experience that will take the audience back to the ‘70s when John Denver’s music permeated the radio airwaves. The holiday show features favorite Denver hits including “Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine on My Shoulders,” “Take Me Home Country Roads,” “Leaving on a Jet Plane,” “Annie’s Song” and more.  

Time: 2 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday), 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Runs Dec. 16-17
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $46-$52 

Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center 

“Elf” Movie Party 

Spread the cheer at this interactive holiday spectacular. There will be games, props and singing loud for all to hear.  

Time: 3:35 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $15.16 

Additional details: Elf Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Medicare Workshop 

This Medicare Workshop covers in detail the four parts of Medicare A, B, C and D. Attend this workshop to get a better understanding of Medicare eligibility, election periods, enrollment penalties, the differences between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage (Part C), prescription drugs (Part D), Medicare supplements and the donut hole.  

Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Library Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Medicare Workshop

3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour 

Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center to learn about the wetland’s plants and animals and the fascinating history of the property. You can also learn about the innovative design of the wetland, the relationship the wetland has with water supply and the interaction between human engineering and nature.  

Time: 10-11:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: Free with admission 

Additional details: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center 

Dec. 17

Fall 2023 Student Art Exhibition and Reception 

This event features art from talented upper-level undergraduate students.  

Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday), 1-6 p.m. (Friday & Saturday) 
Exhibition runs through Dec. 19
Location: SP/N Gallery, 3020 Steward Dr. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Fall 2023 Student Art Exhibition

Dec. 18

“The Grinch” 

As part of its Kids Camp series, Alamo Drafthouse is showing “The Grinch” (2018). The movie is a charming, funny and uplifting story about the true spirit of the season.  

Time: 10:30 a.m. (Monday-Thursday) 
Runs Dec. 18-21
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $5 

Additional details: Kids Camp | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Nite! Nite! Bedtime Stories 

Kids ages 3-7 can wind down with songs, books, flannels and other bedtime activities. They can wear their favorite comfy pajamas and bring a stuffed animal along.

Time: 7-7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Youth Services Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Nite! Nite! Bedtime Stories

“Elf” Movie Party 

Spread the cheer at this interactive holiday spectacular. There will be games, props and singing loud for all to hear.  

Time: 6:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $15.16 

Additional details: Elf Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Dec. 19

CityLine LIGHTS

This holiday season you can see more than half a million holiday lights that brighten CityLine. There is also an 18-foot Christmas tree for you to capture the perfect photo with family, friends and pets.  

Time: All day (runs through Jan. 5)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: CityLine LIGHTS

“The Polar Express” Movie Party 

Enjoy this interactive holiday adventure that the whole family will love. There will be kid-friendly props like Santa hats, sleigh bells, fun activity sheets to take home and more. 

Time: 6:30 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $15.16 

Additional details: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Dec. 20

Around the World: “Snake to Columbia River Cruise the Great Lewis and Clark Expedition” 

The Richardson Senior Center joins Lewis and Clark on their epic adventure into the unchartered wilderness in 1807 along the Snake and Columbia rivers. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 1 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free

Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information 

Adult Computer Literacy Class – Online Rx Drug Resources 

Join the Richardson Senior Center to find out details, such as cost, side effects, interactions and generic alternatives, about new or current medications as well as were to find lower-cost alternatives. Participants will also learn about an online prescription delivery service and some tips for buying medications online. Membership to the 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  

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