Jan. 3-10

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

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

Jan. 3

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. 4)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: CityLine LIGHTS

Jan. 4

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. (Every Tuesday & Thursday in January)
Location: LA Fitness, 1451 E. Belt Line Rd. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/philup

Jan. 5

Great Room Escape 

Have fun with friends and family at the Great Room Escape. The theme of the room is 80’s House Party.

Time: Times vary 
Location: Great Room Escape, 715 N. Glenville Dr. 
Admission: $99.99 flat rate (1-3 guests), $28.99 per person (4 or more guests) 

Additional details: Great Room Escape

Jan. 6

Magic: The Gathering 

Join the Richardson Public Library for a brief primer (30 minutes) to learn how to play the popular game, Magic: The Gathering. Then, stay for a gaming session for all participants. New and returning players are welcome.  

Time: 2-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Spring Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4355 to register 

Additional details: Magic: The Gathering

Teen Program - “Like, Oh My Gosh...Murder!” 80s Murder Mystery 

Teens ages 13-18 only can join the Richardson Public Library for a totally tubular, 80s-themed murder mystery event.  

Time: 3-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free, registration only required for those wanting to play a character
Call 972-744-4358 

Additional details: Teen Program - "Like, Oh My Gosh...Murder!" 80s Murder Mystery

Saturday Morning Kids 

Join the Richardson Public Library for a family storytime program geared toward children ages 3-6. All children must be accompanied by at least one adult.  

This event is now held in the Library Storytime Room.  

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

Additional details: Saturday Morning Kids

1st Saturday Walk and Talk Bird Tour 

Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center to learn about the birds that live there. The tour is geared toward beginner and intermediate birders. Learn how to use binoculars and field guides, keep a life list and identify birds.  

Time: 7:30-9:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: $10 (includes admission), register here 

Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center 

Jan. 7

Pegasus Theatre - “Death Express” 

It’s all aboard for comedy and mayhem as Harry Hunsacker and his paid-by-the-hour assistant Nigel Grouse take a cross country train trip bound for murder. Naturally, Lt. Foster of the real police is along for the ride. As bodies pile up, the intrepid trio must untangle hidden motives and a cast of unlikely suspects to identify a killer in their midst.  

Please note that due to the special effects in this performance, the theater is held at a cool temperature; audiences are advised to dress warmly.

Time: 2 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday), 8 p.m. (Thursday, Friday, Saturday), 8 p.m. (Jan. 3) 
Runs through Jan 21
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $14-$49 

Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center

Jan. 8

Sensing Deep Space 

The nonprofit SciArt Exchange reveals an installment called “Sensing Deep Space: Pandora’s Cluster.” It draws inspiration from “Pandora’s Cluster,” a galactic collision of several galaxy clusters located approximately four billion light years away. The performance incorporates cutting-edge technologies to create a multi-sensory experience.  

Time: 1-7 p.m. (Thursday-Saturday), 1-5 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs Jan. 7-Feb. 4
Location: Bank of America Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free, ticket required 

Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center

Beginner Watercolor Class 

Join the Richardson Senior Center for this beginner watercolor class where participants will learn basic techniques. Attendees will also review the color wheel and how to use it. The class will have a different theme each week.  

Time: 5:30 p.m. (every Monday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $16/class or $60/four classes 

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

Tech Tips for the “Tech Timid” 

Join the Richardson Senior Center to learn about hidden features on your smartphone, new scams to be aware of and more. There will also 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 972-477-7800 for more information.

Jan. 9

Today's New Texas

Join author Rusty Williams as he profiles 10 largely unsung men and women responsible for the Texas you love and hate today. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch.  

Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Event Calendar

Jan. 10

Adult Computer Literacy Class 

The Richardson Adult Literary Center’s ISFK program will host a free training and discuss how to make strong passwords, why they’re important and how to manage them. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is required.  

Time: 2 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required 

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

State of the City Address 

The Richardson City Council presents the annual State of the City Address.  

Time: 6:30 p.m. (Jan. 31)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/StateOfTheCity  

Vegas Night 

Join the Richardson Senior Center for a fun night of entertainment when Marty Ruiz presents The American Bandstand Tribute Show. Be ready to sing along, dance or just sit back and enjoy. Come dressed in your Vegas evening finery.  

Time: 6 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (event starts) 
(Feb. 28)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $6 nonrefundable, tickets go on sale Jan. 8.  

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

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