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Things to Do | July 31-Aug. 7
July 31-Aug. 7
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July 31
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
Aug. 1
Kings of Swing
Join the Richardson Senior Center for an afternoon of fun featuring 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
Aug. 2
“Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy”
This musical, based on the hit Whoopi Goldberg film, follows Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime, and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent.
Time: 7:30 (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
(Runs through Aug. 4)
Location: Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Rd.
Admission: $36 adults, $20 students
Additional details: “Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy”
Aug. 3
Teen Program – DIY Sheet Music Pendants
Teens ages 13-18 can create their own music-inspired jewelry. They can also learn how to make a custom pendant. All supplies are provided.Time: 2-3 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Library Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 to register
Additional details: Teen Program - DIY Sheet Music Pendants
Family Improv Meets: Summertime!
See this high-energy, original, fun and family-friendly show. Let the cast show you how much fun you can have vacationing in new and exotic spots. Learn about new virtual reality options or escape from the heat to Antarctica.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10 adults, $5 kids
Additional details: Family Improv Meets: SUMMERTIME!
Freight Liners (Country & Western)
Come out for an evening of fun and dance featuring Freight Liners.Time: 7 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $5
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information
Aug. 4
RCBeboppers Return
The jazz band comprised of Richardson Community Band members will razzle-dazzle the audience with oldies like “I Left my Heart in San Francisco” and new funky tunes like “Backatown.” Catherine Nodurft will entertain everyone with her vocal renditions of “Almost Like Being in Love” and “How High the Moon.”Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: First United Methodist Church Richardson, 503 N. Central Expy.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Richardson Community Band
Aug. 5
Dialogue Institute Dallas 2024-2025 Art Contest
The Dialogue Institue Dallas announced its 2024-2025 Art Contest’s theme of “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
Aug. 6
Game Zone
Join Heights Recreation Center for some fun in the 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
Aug. 7
Adult Computer Class
Trend Micro’s ISKF program will host a free training about passwords.Time: 2:30 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
Inclusive Swim & Play Days
Richardson’s Inclusive Swin & Play Days are specific days that you can bring your family members with a disability or special needs to swim and play free of charge for almost two hours before the general public is allowed into the pool.
Time: 10-11:50 a.m. (Aug. 9)
Location: Heights Family Aquatic Center, 709 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free for individuals with a disability or special needs
Family members/caregivers will need to purchase a gate pass ($4 residents, $8 nonresidents)
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #40017
Adaptive Summer Luau
The luau is coming to the Richardson Heights Family Aquatics Center. Come out for a genuine luau feast, swimming, sliding, lounging and an authentic Hula Dance show to top off the evening’s entertainment.
Time: 6:30-9:45 p.m. (Aug. 16)
Location: Heights Family Aquatic Center, 709 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Registration required, $10 for meal tickets for parents/caregivers
(Must register by Aug. 13)
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation