May 8-15

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

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“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 12 years of life changes.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through May 19
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $25 adults, $20 students, $15 seniors
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: Our Town

 

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

 

Summer Theatre Camps 

Kids and teens can join the Repertory Company Theatre for camps that focus on acting, voice and dance. Students will work together to either put on a performance of “CATS Young Actor’s Edition” or “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” Registration for these camps is now open.  

Time: June 17-29 (Teens ages 12-18, CATS Young Actor's Edition) 
July 15-Aug. 3 (Teens ages 12-18, Beauty and the Beast Jr.) 
July 22-29 (Kids ages 8-11, Beauty and the Beast Jr.)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd. 
Admission: $250 (CATS Young Actor's Edition)
$520 (Beauty and the Beast Jr., Teens ages 12-18)
$300 (Beauty and the Beast Jr., Kids ages 8-11)
Additional details: School of Musical Theatre

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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

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May 9

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
Activity #41292
Additional details: Dallas Dodgeball

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May 10

Bike to Work Day with DART

Stop by DART’s CityLine/Bush Station for giveaways, brochures and free snacks. Bicycles are welcome on all DART buses and trains. Combining cycling with DART can be a cost-effective, Earth-friendly alternative to commuting in a single-occupancy vehicle.  

Time: 7-9 a.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine/Bush Station, 1300 E. President George Bush Hwy.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.DART.org/bike

 

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 live music from The Coronado Jazz Collective to enjoy while shopping.  

Time: 6-10 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine Night Market + Live Music

 

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 

 

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
Activity #39871 

 

“Metamorphoses: A Play” 

Join Richardson High School for the production of “Metamorphoses: A Play.” 

Time: 7 p.m. (May 10-11)
Location: Richardson High School Theatre, 1250 W. Belt Line Rd. 
Additional details: The Theatre Collective at Richardson High School

 

“How to Train Your Dragon the Musical Jr.” 

Join Pearce High School for the production of “How to Train Your Dragon the Musical Jr.” 

Time: 7 p.m. (May 10), 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. (May 11)
Location: Pearce High School, 1600 N. Coit Rd. 
Admission: $5 kids, $15 adults
Additional details: Pearce Theatre 

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May 11

Citywide Bicycle Rodeo 

Attend Richardson’s first Citywide Bicycle Rodeo. This community event is an opportunity for children to learn about bicycle safety and to test their skills in a variety of obstacle courses. There will be bike checks and helmet checks to make sure riders are ready for the summer. 

Time: 10 a.m.-noon (Saturday)
Location: Huffhines Park, in the parking lot next to the playground
300 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/BikeRodeo 

 

“Stage and Screen” 

Join The Contemporary Chorale for its spring concert, “Stage and Screen.” 

Time: 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $20-$30
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center  

 

Building Healthy and Delicious Meals 

The Richardson Public Library is sponsoring a Natural Grocers lecture on getting back to the basics with meal planning. Discover the importance of using high-quality protein, fat and carbohydrates to build healthy and delicious meals. Make meal-planning easy. Free snacks will be available. This event is for adults and teens.  

Time: Noon-1 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Building Healthy and Delicious Meals

 

Alamo Drafthouse Special Menu: “Mamma Mia!” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse as it pairs “Mamma Mia!”, the delightful mother-daughter, mystery-dad musical, with a three-course prix fixe menu. It will include herb cheese toast, a chicken shawarma couscous bowl and a pineapple toffee jarred cake. Every attendee will also receive an Alamo blossom mug.  

Time: 7:25 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $56.99
Additional details: Mamma Mia! Feast | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  

 

Fly Fishing Workshop 

This event will begin indoors at the Richardson Senior Center with a 30-minute presentation explaining what fly fishing is and sharing examples of where and how it is done. Following the presentation, participants will drive to a local park where fly casting instruction will be given on the grass for one hour. No experience is necessary. All equipment will be provided. The event is limited to 10 attendees. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 10 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $25
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

 

Money Matters: Beginning Investing 101 

Adults can learn about different types of investments, how stocks and bonds are ranked, and the risk and reward available with each type of investment. Find out how to get the most money out of your investments.  

Time: 3-4:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Money Matters: Beginning Investing 101

 

CityLine Live – Griffin Holtby 

Live music returns to the outdoor plaza each Friday and Saturday in May. Hear music from rock artist Griffin Holtby. 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 Griffin Holtby (Rock)

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May 12

Matt Tolentino Performs Songs of Yesterday 

At this Library-sponsored event, Matt Tolentino will perform ragtime, traditional jazz and early swing songs that pay homage to 1920s New York, where the Richardson Reads One Book novel “Symphony of Secrets” is set. This event is for all ages.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Matt Tolentino Performs Songs of Yesterday

 

“Postcards & Snapshots” 

Join Lone Star Youth Winds, the youth orchestra of Lone Star Wind Orchestra, for its performance, “Postcards & Snapshots.” 

Time: 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $22-$42
Additional details: Event Details | Postcards & Snapshots

 

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

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May 13 

Nite! Nite! Bedtime Stories

Kids ages 3-17 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

 

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 

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May 14

Study of Independent Senior Living Options 

This two-part class will help guide you to make an informed decision about independent senior living options for those 55 and older. The first week, the class will explore your wants and needs, budgets and lifestyle changes we make as we age. The next week, 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 Richardson 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 

 

The Connection Between Brain Health and Modifiable Risk Factors 

Join the Richardson Senior Center to talk about what brain health is, discussing current trends for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, modifiable risk factors along with non-modifiable risk factors that contribute to brain and heart health. Membership to the Richardson 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 

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May 15

 

Richardson Community Band Concert 

The Richardson Senior Center is hosting the Richardson Community Band for an evening concert. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 7:30 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 

 

Around the World: Landing of the Rising Sun 

Join the Richardson Senior Center and enjoy a special tour of Japan and its culture, as well as South Korea, by small cruise ship, motor coach and bullet train all from the comfort of your chair. Stops will include Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Uwajima, Nagasaka, and Busan, South Korea. Learn how pearls are cultivated, see beautiful sites, visit ground zero in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and witness an unforgettable sumo wrestling demonstration. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 1 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-722-7800 to register and for more information 

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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. (May 19)
Location: Galatyn Park Urban Center, 2351 Performance Drive
Admission: $15-$400, kids 12 and under are free
Additional details: WIldflower! Arts & Music Festival

 

Adaptive Wild West Hoedown 

Come dressed in your best western attire for a rip snortin good time and join the Heights Recreation Center for a spectacular Texas original chuckwagon style dinner. There will be music, dancing and prizes up for grabs. 

Time: 7-9:30 p.m. (June 21)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $10, register online
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #39757

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