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Things to Do | April 10-17
April 10-17
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Student Art Contest
Calling all elementary artists! Kids in grades K-6 can enter the Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival’s Student Art Contest. Participants could win prizes and tickets to Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival. The theme of this year’s contest is “Take a Walk in the Park.”
Time: Deadline to enter is April 25
Admission: Entry form available online
Additional details: 2024 Student Art Contest
Richardson Counselor in Training Program
The Richardson Parks and Recreation Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is designed to offer kids ages 13-17 an opportunity to prepare for positions as camp counselors or recreation leaders. Those interested in the CIT program must complete an application process, which includes an application, references and an interview. Applications are now being accepted.
Admission: Apply online
Additional details: CIT (Counselor in Training) Program
April 10
“Bedtime Stories”
Eisemann Center Presents this performance where actor Thomas Dudkiewicz leads the audience into a strange and brilliantly dark world with “Bedtime Stories.” Recommended for ages 13 and older.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (April 10-11), 8 p.m. (April 12)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $32-$42
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center
April 11
Elderly Fraud by FBI Agent Christopher Ranney
Each year millions, of seniors are victimized by financial fraud, theft of money, property or valuable personal information. Don’t be a victim and join this discussion with FBI Agent Christopher Ranney. 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 and for more information
The IQ® Brew
Join Cullum Clark, Director of the Bush Institute, for his presentation. 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 a.m.-10:30 a.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Innovation, Place & Prosperity: New Bush Institute Insights
Hispanx/Latinx Film Festival
Join UT Dallas for the Hispanx/Latinx Film Festival which will unveil a diverse cinematic showcase. The festival will spotlight Latin American and Spanish production screenings spanning numerous generations.
Time: Various times (April 11-12)
Location: The courtyard between the Edith O’Donnell Arts and Technology Building (ATC) and the UT Dallas Eugene McDermott Library
800 W. Campbell Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Hispanx / Latinx Film Festival
Upswing Band
Join the Richardson Senior Center to hear from the Upswing Band.
Time: 1 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
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 – you name it. 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
April 12
CityLine Night Market + Live Music
The CityLine Night Market will take place on the second Friday of each month through November. Support local makers and vendors featuring handmade and vintage goods, plus hear live music from pop/rock/country artist John Herbert while shopping.
Time: 6-10 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine Night Market + Live Music
Introduction to Microsoft Excel Formulas
Adults can learn more about how to use formulas in Excel spreadsheets to save time and effort.
Time: 3-5 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration and a valid RPL card required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Introduction to Microsoft Excel Formulas
April 13
123 Andrés
Eisemann Center Presents Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés. Their catchy songs and lively performances get the whole audience dancing, singing and learning. These high-energy, joyful shows celebrate the Latinx experience and incorporate Spanish, English and ASL languages.
Time: 2 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $17-$27
Additional details: Event Details | 123 Andres
Teen Program – Taste Test Challenge
Teens ages 13-18 can turn up their taste buds when they take the Richardson Public Library’s blind taste tests and find out if that snack is name brand or store brand. They can also decide if their favorite flavor is really the best.
Time: 3-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Taste Test Challenge
Vocal Majority Spring Show
This spring concert will give you an opportunity to see the Vocal Majority at its absolute best, along with collaborations and guest appearances from some very talented performers.
Time: 2 p.m. (April 13-14), 7:30 p.m. (April 13)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $22-$72
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center
RALC Murder Mystery
At this fun, interactive event, community leaders and professional actors perform a mystery comedy play while attendees work in teams to solve the “crime.” This year, AI will take center stage. Will AI be the victim or will AI be the villain? This year’s guest actors are Abbie Kauffman from Network of Community Ministries, Richardson Mayor Bob Dubey, Richardson Police Chief Gary Tittle and Dr. Jennifer Burr from the Region 10 Education Service Center.
Time: 7 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $85 (general admission), purchase tickets here
Additional details: Murder Mystery 2024 | RALC
Microsoft Word Intermediate
Participants who have already taken the Microsoft Beginner Level class or have equivalent experience can take this course. You will learn about keyboard shortcuts, page layouts, inserting an Excel table and pictures and more.Time: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration and a valid RPL card required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Microsoft Word Intermediate
CityLine Live – The Matthew Show
Live music returns to the outdoor plaza each Friday and Saturday in April and May. Hear music from rock/country artist The Matthew Show. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcome and encouraged.
Time: 6-9 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring The Matthew Show (Rock/Country)
April 14
Cyrille Aimée with Texins Jazz Band
The Texins Jazz Band has a 37-year history of producing concerts featuring great guest artists. The band’s next guest, Cyrille Aimée, is truly an international artist.
Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $28-$36
Additional details: Event Details | Cyrille Aimée w/Texins Jazz
Richardson Poetry Group – Poetry Reading
Enjoy listening to readings from the Richardson Poetry Group. Adults and teens are welcome.
Time: 1-3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: City Council Chambers, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Richardson Poetry Group Poetry Reading
2024 HungerMitao Concert: Music that Feeds
Enjoy this show at UT Dallas that is fundraising for North Texas Food Bank.
Time: 4-7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Jonsson Performance Hall, 800 W. Campbell Rd.
Admission: $35 donation to North Texas Food Bank
Additional details: 2024 HungerMitao Concert: Music that Feeds
April 15
The Battle of New Orleans with Richard Cudlipp
Adults and teens can learn more about the battle the British lost, and how Andrew Jackson gained his presidential chops. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch.
Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: The Battle of New Orleans with Richard Cudlipp
“Three Great Romantics”
Eisemann Center Presents the final concert of the Keyboard Conversations® season that will feature beloved masterpieces of Brahms, Tchaikovsky and Grieg. All patrons are invited to a post-concert meet and greet in the Leftwich Grand Foyer with Jeffrey Seigel.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $42-$50
Additional details: Event Details | Keyboard Conversations
Coffee & Construction Conversations
Join Archer Western Herzog for a breakfast and coffee meeting to learn about the DART Silver Line Regional Rail Project. Someone will address any concerns and answer questions.
Time: 9 a.m. (Monday)
Location: Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.awhsilverlinerr.com
April 16
Emerging Artist Program - People’s Choice Award
The Emerging Artist Program was created to recognize the talent of young local artists. See these talented artists’ works and vote for your favorite in the People’s Choice Award.
Time: Voting closes Tuesday, April 16 at noon
(One vote per person)
Additional details: Emerging Artist | Cottonwood Art Festival
Joints Hurt? Talk with Dr. Kurt
Join the Richardson Senior Center as Dr. Kurt talks about chronic hip and knee pain, including the most common cause, arthritis. He will also discuss possible treatment options such as exercise, medications, supplements, joint injections and surgery. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Alamo Drafthouse Movie Party - “Labyrinth”
Watch this iconic 1980 fantasy conjured by Jim Henson, George Lucas and David Bowie at the peak of their powers on the big screen.
Time: 6:30 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy.
Admission: $14
Additional details: Labyrinth Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
April 17
Game Zone
Join Heights Recreation Center for some fun in a new Game Zone Room. Kids can play Xbox, Playstation, foosball, air hockey, board games and more.
Time: Open during Heights Recreation Center’s normal operating hours
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $25 (yearly pass)
Additional details: Heights Game Zone
Disc Golf Tournament
Registration is underway for the third annual Richardson Disc Golf Tournament. The tournament will feature one round (18 holes) of singles play. Registration ends April 24.
Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 (April 27)
Location: Breckinridge Park Disc Golf Course, Breckinridge Park Complex C
Admission: $30, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
E-mail Jonathan.Winters@cor.gov for more information
Adaptive Disc Golf Tournament
Join the Parks and Recreation Department for the first Adaptive Disc Golf Tournament. There will be special prizes for first, second and third places. Specialized instruction will be available before the tournament begins.
Time: 1-8 p.m. (April 27)
Location: Breckinridge Park Disc Golf Course, Breckinridge Park Complex C
Admission: $15, registration required
Registration deadline is April 25
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
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Wildflower! Cornhole Tournament
Registration is now open for the Wildflower! Cornhole Tournament, which will take place at the festival. The grand prize is a $125 gift card to Scheels, with second place bringing home a $50 Scheels gift card. Registration deadline is May 12.
Time: Saturday, May 18 at noon (check-in starts at 11 a.m.)
Location: Wildflower! Festival.
Admission: $50 per two-person team. Registration includes two Wildflower! Festival single-day tickets.
Additional details: Wildflower Cornhole Tournament (activecommunities.com)