July 17-24

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

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“Late Nite Catechism” 

“Late Nite Catechism” is an uproarious piece of theater that takes audience members back – sometimes nostalgically, sometimes fearfully – to the children they once were. The irrepressible Sister teaches an adult catechism class to a roomful of “students” (the audience). Over the course of the play, Sister goes from benevolent instructor, rewarding the “students” for correct answers with glow-in-the dark rosaries and other nifty prizes, to authoritative drill sergeant.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday) 
Runs through July 28 
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center 
Admission: $30-$50 
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center

 

“One Slight Hitch” 

When it comes to something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue, few brides expect the something old to be an uninvited ex-lover. It’s Courtney’s wedding day, and her mother is making sure that everything is perfect. Then, like any good farce, the doorbell rings and the chaos begins. 

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs July 12-28
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adults, $22 students & seniors (Friday & Saturday), 
$22 adults, $20 students & seniors (Thursday & Sunday)
Additional details: Purchase Tickets to One Slight Hitch at Richardson Theatre Centre

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July 17

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: The Nations Premier Escape Room 

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July 18

T(h)inker Thursdays – Japanese Koi Fish Flags 

Kids ages 8-11 can join the Richardson Public Library to make their own koinobori, or koi fish flag, and learn about the history behind one of Japan’s most famous icons.  
Time: 2-3 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: T(h)inker Thursdays - Japanese Koi Fish Flags 

 

Teen Program – Anime Club 

Anime watchers unite! Teens ages 13-18 only can join the Richardson Public Library to watch, chat and more about the anime they love each month.  

Time: 7-8 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Library Millwood Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Anime Club

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July 19

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July 20

Murder at the Grand Gatsby Speakeasy 

You’re invited to join the Richardson Public Library and adventure back in time to the height of prohibition in 1920s Chicago, where there’s a mob war brewing. Can you solve the murder? This program is for adults.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Murder at the Grand Gatsby Speakeasy

 

Liverpool Legends “Beatles Experience!” 

Liverpool Legends, a globally acclaimed Beatles group curated by Louise Harrison, George Harrison’s sister, honors The Beatles’ legacy by tracing their musical evolution from early hits to psychedelic masterpieces.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $35-$80
Additional details: Event Details | Liverpool Legends

Teen Program – Lock Box Escape 

Teens ages 13-18 can team up to find the rare Dragon Eye rubies and us their keen puzzle-solving skills to escape the jungle. Which team will open their locks first? Prizes will be awarded.  

Time: 3-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Lock Box Escape

 

3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour 

Learn about the wetland’s plants and animals and the fascinating history of the property. You can also learn about the innovative design of the wetland, the relationship the wetland has with water supply and the interaction between human engineering and nature.  

Time: 10-11:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: Free with admission
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center 

 

Shade Gardening – Virtual Seminar 

Learn about the many native and adapted plants that not only survive but thrive in shadier spots, along with tips and tricks to create beautiful shade gardens that beat the Texas heat. Also covered will be gardening under mature trees as well as turf alternatives and hardscape options for low-light areas. A Texas Smartscape® program of the North Texas Municipal Water District sponsored by City of Dallas Water Utilities.  

Time: 9-10:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Online 
Admission: Free, register here 
Additional details: Cool Off with Shade Gardening | Rooted In

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July 21

 

That Good Old Summertime 

The Richardson Community Band is back for a shady evening of concert band favorites like Porgy and Bess to movie musicals like Mary Poppins and Dr. Who featuring the theremin. 

Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Huffhines Park, 300 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.richardsoncommunityband.org 

 

Benise Fiesta! 

Armed with his Spanish guitar, Benise will take the audience on an unprecedented and epic adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Parisian Waltz, exotic drumming and more.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center 
Admission: $39.50-$109 
Additional details: Event Details | Benise: Fiesta!

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July 22

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: July 15-Aug. 3 (Teens ages 12-18, “Beauty and the Beast Jr.”) 
July 22-27 (Kids ages 8-11, “Beauty and the Beast Jr.”)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd. 
Admission: $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 (rcttheatre.com)

 

Huffhines Mini Summer Camp 

Kids ages 6-10 can get out of the Texas heat with this fun, indoor mini camp. Kids will enjoy making new friends, while doing crafts, board games, movies, gym time and more.  

Time: 1-5 p.m.  
(July 22-26, July 29-Aug. 2)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano 
Admission: $98 resident, $100 nonresident (per week)
Register online 
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

Teen Camps 

Campers will explore and adventure all around the DFW area with three field trips/special guests per week. When they aren’t on a field trip, they will visit a city-owned swimming pool twice weekly and enjoy gym time, sports activities, a video game room, group games, and space to hang out with their new friends.  

Time: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (July 22-26)
Location: Apollo Junior High School, 1600 Apollo Rd. 
Admission: $200 (per week)
Register online 
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

Nite! Nite! Bedtime Stories 

Kids ages 3-7 can wind down with songs, books, flannels and other bedtime activities. Kids can wear their favorite pajamas and bring a stuffed animal along.  

Time: 7-7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Nite! Nite! Bedtime Stories | Event Calendar

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July 23

DART Silver Line Biannual Community Meeting 

Join DART for a community meeting that will provide residents, business owners and those seeking additional information on the Silver Line project with an in-depth overview of the project with highlights to specific to Richardson.  

Time: 6 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Silver Line Regional Rail Project

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July 24

 

“Tech Help” for How to Use Your Smartphone and Tablet 

This information session will focus on fundamental smartphone and tablet usage, followed by an interactive Q&A and hands-on support. Attendees are encouraged to bring their devices for personalized assistance. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 2:30 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 

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Texas Author Con and Book Festival

Attend the Texas Author Con & Book Festival, which is a free book signing event. It will feature nearly 100 authors of various genres that include romance, western, mystery, fantasy, thriller, paranormal, horror, Christian, military and children’s books. There will also be door prizes and discussion panels and book readings throughout both days.  

Time: 1-9 p.m. (July 26), 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (July 27)
Location: Hilton Richardson-Dallas Hotel, 701 E. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Texas Author Con

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