May 29-June 5

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

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Dialogue Institute Dallas 2024-2025 Art Contest 

The Dialogue Institute Dallas announced the theme of its 2024-2025 Art Contest is “Empathy: Walking in Another’s Shoes.” High school and college students from charter, public and private institutions in the DFW area are eligible to participate. The categories include painting/drawing and photography/video. Students can start working on their submissions during their summer break.  

Time: Submission deadline is Dec. 7 
Additional details: www.artcontestdfw.org

May 29

Alamo Drafthouse Time Capsule: 1989 - “Bride of Re-Animator” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a movie party showing movies from 1989. Watch “Bride of Re-Animator.” This is the sequel to “Re-Animator.” It is directed by Brian Yuzna and the movie proves there was more life left in the story of Dr. Herbert West and his ghoulish exploits.  

Time: 7:25 p.m. (May 29-30)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy.
Admission: $10.83
Additional details: Bride of Re-Animator | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  

May 30

PM Pints 

Hear from Jack Hooper, Co-Founder and CEO of Take Command, the leading healthcare benefits platform. Listen to insights on the healthcare benefits world and unravel the story behind Take Command’s inception.  

PM Pints is a quarterly evening event featuring short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts.  

Time: 5-7 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, register online 
Additional details: Fireside Chat: Revolutionizing Healthcare Benefits

Senior Center Concert 

The Dallas Texas Gene Autry Fans Present: Kristyn Harris and Matthew Walton. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 12:30 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register or for more information  

May 31

Friday Night Flicks 

Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and join the Parks and Recreation Department for the free Friday Night Flicks in the park. The movie shown will be “The Incredibles.” 

In the event of inclement weather, please check the City's Rainout Line at 972-744-4301 or Facebook page for event status.

Time: Movie begins at sunset (around 8:30 p.m.) 
(Friday)
Location: Heights Park, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/FridayNightFlicks

Intro to AI with ChatGPT 

This is a brief exploration of how to get started using ChatGPT essential tips and tricks.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (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: Intro to AI with ChatGPT

Summer Day Camp Program “Meet the Counselors”

Bring your camper to meet the camp staff and learn all about the City’s Summer Day Camp program. 

Time: 6-7:30 p.m. (Feel free to come and go)
(Friday)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free

June 1

Envision Richardson Meeting-in-a-Box Information Session 

Want to take a deeper dive into Envision Richardson Comprehensive Plan Update topics from land use and mobility to neighborhoods and the natural environment? Holding a Meeting-in-a-Box is a great way to expand your input into the Envision Richardson Comprehensive Plan Update by arranging a small group discussion with neighbors or a community group. Join us for an in-person information session on how to hold a Meeting-in-a-Box prior to the start of Community Summit 3.  

Time: 10:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Multipurpose Room, Richardson Police Department 
200 N. Greenville Ave.
Additional details: Meeting-in-a-Box 
E-mail AskEnvisionRichardson@cor.gov or (972) 744-4250 for more information  

Cricut: Make Your Own Bookmark 

Curious about using a Cricut? Teens and adults can join the Richardson Public Library and try their hands at making their own bookmark. The Cricut will cut out their own customized design. All supplies will be provided.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Saturday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Cricut: Make Your Own Bookmark

Family Improv Meets: Pet Movies 

Bring the kids to The Core Theatre for a night of family fun. What would it look like if Nemo encountered Free Willy or Stitch met Babe the Pig? Create a new movie pet never promoted like a hummingbird, a giraffe or a platypus.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $5 kids, $10 adults
Additional details: Family Improv — The Core Theatre  

UV Resin Jewelry Workshop 

Join the Richardson Senior Center and experiment with UV resin. You will get to try a variety of molds and add-ins to make each piece uniquely yours. You will make three to four items. Choose between a ring, earrings, keychain or pendant. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 9 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $50
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information  

Wild Things Zoofari 

Take a walk on the wild side and meet real wild animals up close. Learn about their natural habitat, eating habits and more. There is fun for all ages. Children three and younger must be accompanied by an adult throughout the program.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Wild Things Zoofari

Alamo Drafthouse: Movie Party - “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2”

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a movie party and watch “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2,” the epic conclusion to “Twilight.” 

Time: 7:25 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: 100 S. Central Expy.
Admission: $15.16
Additional details: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  

Summer Reading Kickoff 

Come celebrate the beginning of summer reading. Stop by to register, learn about the Richardson Public Library’s upcoming programs and explore all the ways you can adventure with your RPL card. Enjoy snacks, free books and a collaborative craft. This event is part of “Adventure Begins at your Library,” Richardson Public Library’s Summer Reading Program.  

Time: 2-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Summer Reading Kickoff

Plexiglass Painting Workshop 

Bring an idea of what you want to draw to the Richardson Senior Center and paint it on a plexiglass square. All supplies are included. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 9:30 a.m. (June 1 & 8)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $80 plus a $35 supply fee paid directly to instructor day of class
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information  

June 2

“Lost in Yonkers” 

This story centers around two brothers, Arty and Jay, who live with their grandmother and their mentally challenged Aunt Bella. Their father travels and is desperately trying to get enough money together while working as a salesman to pay off his debts to a loan shark. Throughout the story, the young boys learn lessons about love, responsibility and the importance of family that will carry them into adulthood.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through June 2
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adults, $22 seniors, students (Friday, Saturday), 
$20 adults, $22 students, seniors (Thursday, Sunday)
Additional details: Lost in Yonkers

June 3

Alamo Drafthouse: Kids Camp - “Despicable Me”

Join Alamo Drafthouse for its Kids Camp series. It’s a summer program dedicated to providing affordable family movies for maximum family fun. This week watch “Despicable Me,” which features Steve Carell as Gru. He is one of the world’s great super villains, or at least he tries to be.  

Time: 10 a.m. (June 3-6)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $5
Additional details: Despicable Me | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  

June 4

Read, Explore, Create! (Ages 4-5) 

Let’s get busy with books. Share a read-aloud book with the Richardson Public Library, then explore its literary concepts through engaging art, crafts, games and maker activities.  

Time: 3:30-4 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free ticket required
Pick up tickets starting at 3 p.m. the day of the program
Additional details: Read, Explore, Create! (Ages 4 - 5)

Alamo Drafthouse Time Capsule: 1989 - “Drugstore Cowboy”

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a movie party showing movies from 1989. Watch “Drugstore Cowboy,” an American crime drama set in the early 1970s.  

Time: 6:15 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $10.83
Additional details: Drugstore Cowboy | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

June 5

Senior Prom 

Join the Richardson Senior Center for a fun night of music, dancing and refreshments. Come dressed to impress.  

Time: 6 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (event begins)
(Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $8 (non-refundable)
Additional details: Call 972-744-4800 for more information  

Alamo Drafthouse Time Capsule: 1989 - “Back to the Future Part II”

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a movie party showing movies from 1989. Watch “Back to the Future Part II.” This is the sequel that proves lightning can strike twice. Marty and Doc launch themselves to the year 2015 to fine-tune the future and, in the process, inadvertently disrupt the space-time continuum.  

Time: 6:15 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $7.58
Additional details: Back to the Future Part II | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

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: $30, register online
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #39757

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