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Things to Do | May 1-8
May 1-8
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Residential Cook Oil/Grease Collection Event
The Residential Cooking Oil/Grease Collection event that was scheduled as part of Trash Bash has been rescheduled. People can drop off used cooking oil and grease at the Service Center through May 10. The collection location will be in the parking lot adjacent to the southernmost entrance to the Municipal Service Center off Glenville Drive. Use a sealable container and place in the plastic bin located in the parking lot. Please note that motor oil and other automotive fluid is not accepted. Grease dropped off will either be used to create biodiesel or turned into biogas for energy production.
Time: Available through May 10
Location: Service Center, 1260 Columbia Drive
Admission: Free
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
Dodgeball at Heights Recreation Center
Dallas Dodgeball is hosting Thursday night games this summer at Heights Recreation Center for ages 16 and up. The league offers a great way to play a fun sport, stay fit and meet other fun and active people. Players of all skill levels compete in the league, from beginners to experts. The league is a draft league, with all players who register drafted to a team to ensure that teams are balanced and no one is left out. The registration deadline is May 9.
Register: In-person at Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd., or online at www.cor.net/parksonline, with registration code #41292.
Additional details: Dallas Dodgeball
May 1
Viniyoga Class
Join the Richardson Senior Center for a yoga approach that adapts each yoga practice to your unique condition, needs and interests by giving you tools to individualize and actualize the process of a self-discovery and personal transformation. There is also specialized emphasis on function rather than mastery of form in different postures in order to achieve specific effects. All levels welcome.
Time: 9:30 a.m. (May 1), 8:30 a.m. (May 4)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $7, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
May 2
Kings of Swing
Join the Richardson Senior Center for an afternoon of entertainment from the Kings of Swing.Time: 1 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
Beginning Bookhand Calligraphy Workshop
Join the Richardson Senior Center to learn to create beautiful hand lettering in a typeface called Bookhand. Use it in any place you’d like to use beautiful handwriting. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.
Time: 9:30 a.m. (Thursday)
Additional dates include May 9, 16, 23, 30 and June 6)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $45 (plus $20 supply fee paid to instructor)
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
May 3
“Our Town”
“Our Town” tells the story of a small town, Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire. Narrated by the “Stage Manager,” follow the Gibbs and Webb families, residents of Grover’s Corners, through twelve years of life changes.
Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs May 3-19
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $25 adults, $20 students, $15 seniors
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: Our Town
First Fridays
Eisemann Center Presents a small reception on the first Friday night of each month completely free and open to the public to celebrate the new exhibit in the Green Mezzanine Gallery. The exhibiting artist will often be available to chat with visitors about their work.
Time: 6-8 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Green Mezzanine Gallery, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free
Additional details: Event Details | First Fridays
CityLine Live – Carly Carroll
Live music returns to the outdoor plaza each Friday and Saturday in May. Hear music from pop/singer-songwriter Carly Carroll. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcome and encouraged.
Time: 6-9 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Carly Carroll (Pop/Singer-Songwriter)
May 4
Cottonwood Art Festival
The Cottonwood Art Festival returns with unique art from hundreds of artists, live music, food and fun activities for children.
Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (May 4), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (May 5)
Location: Cottonwood Park, 1312 W. Belt Line Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Cottonwood Art Festival
Garden Festival & Tour
Join the Richardson Woman’s Club for an array of activities at the RWC Club House/Founder’s Hall. Activities include a plant sale, garden gift shop, and bake sale.
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Woman’s Club, 2005 N. Cliffe Dr.
Admission: $25
Additional details: Richardson Woman's Club
CityLine Live – Mariachi Charros de Jalisco
Live music returns to the outdoor plaza each Friday and Saturday in May. Hear music from Mariachi Charros de Jalisco (Traditional Mexican Folk Music). Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcome and encouraged.
Time: 7-9 p.m. (Satruday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Mariachi Charros de Jalisco (Traditional Mexican Folk Music)
Star Wars Day – May the 4th Be With You!
Join the Richardson Public Library in celebrating all things Star Wars during this fun-filled afternoon of Finn-tastic activities from your favorite galaxy far, far away. There will be fun for all ages and costumes are encouraged.
Time: 2-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Youth Services Area & YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Star Wars Day - May the 4th Be With You!
Mat Pilates in the Plaza
Come out to CityLine Plaza for a free mat Pilates class. Bring a mat, water bottle and friends.
Time: 9-10 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Mat Pilates in the Plaza
Alamo Drafthouse Move Party: “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1”
Join the Alamo Drafthouse for this movie party that will celebrate the Bella and Edward on their creepy little bundle of joy. There will be themed props like styrofoam cups for the tasty blood, butter mints, red glasses that allow you to look through the eyes of a vampire, and red eye rings to show off your vamp-tastic new look.
Time: 7:25 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy.
Admission: $14
Additional details: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 Movie Party
1st Saturday Walk and Talk Bird Tour
Learn about the birds that live at the wetland. 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)
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
May 5
“All the World’s a Stage”
The Richardson Community Band will feature some of the greatest music written for Broadway and opera. From Porty and Bess to Marriage of Figaro, you will hear one of your favorites and find some new ones.
Time: 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Eisemann Center
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.richardsoncommunityband.org
May 6
Sip & Script Calligraphy
Join CityLine Plaza for an introduction to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink.
Time: 6-7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: $70
Additional details: CLASS SERIES: Sip & Script Calligraphy
May 7
Stroke Awareness
Join the Richardson Senior Center to discuss the signs commonly associated with a stroke diagnosis, along with risk factors, symptoms and prevention measures. You will also discuss the importance of seeking immediate medical attention and the benefits of getting inpatient rehab. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.
Time: 10 a.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
May 8
Public Input Meeting
As a continuation of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, the Parks and Recreation Department has launched a study to develop an Aquatics Master Plan, and residents are invited to participate through public meetings.
Time: 6:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/Aquatics
In beTWEEN Book Club
Kids ages 9-12 can select, read and talk about the best kids’ books, then take a deeper dive with games, book trailers and more.
Time: 7-7:45 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit the Youth Services Help Desk to register
Additional details: In beTWEEN Book Club
Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival
The Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival is a unique combination of international, national and regional artists, where fans enjoy epic performances on stage and throughout the park.
Time: 6 p.m.-midnight (May 17), 11 a.m.-midnight (May 18), 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Galatyn Park Urban Center, 2351 Performance Drive
Admission: $15-$400, kids 12 and under are free
Additional details: WIldflower! Arts & Music Festival
Plein Air Sketching
Learn tips for successful outdoor sketching with watercolor. The instructor will demonstrate techniques and provide individual feedback on-site in the park setting.
Time: 1 p.m. (Every Friday May 10-31)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $100 per four-week course
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