Aug. 21-28

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Aug. 21 

Cocktail Class 

Join Tricky Fish at CityLine for a cocktail class and to learn how to be a bartender.  

Time: 6-7:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Tricky Fish, 1251 State St. 
Admission: $40, get tickets here 
Additional details: Cocktail Class

Aug. 22

Say Goodbye to Summer 

Celebrate the last days of summer with a cookout. Then enjoy some free entertainment from the New Horizon Band.  

Time: 11:30 a.m. (lunch), 1 p.m. (concert)
(Thursday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $2 (lunch), free (concert)
Registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

Tour of France by Vineyard Brands Wine Dinner at Jasper’s 

Join Jasper’s at CityLine for a wine dinner featuring iconic wineries. There will be a curated tasting menu paired with each wine.  

Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Jasper’s, 1251 State St. 
Admission: $95, get tickets here 
Additional details: Tour of France by Vineyard Brands Wine Dinner at Jasper's

Teen Program – Anime Club 

Teens ages 13-18 can join this monthly club to watch, chat and more about the anime they love. Programs are rated PG-13 or lower.  

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

Aug. 23

Dive-In Movie 

Want to splash in the pool while enjoying a movie? Join the Richardson Parks and Recreation Department for a dive-in movie event. This event is for grownups only. It is perfect for a date night away from the kids or a relaxing swim in the lazy river. The movie shown will be “50 First Dates.” 

Time: Movie begins at sunset (around 8:30 p.m.)
(Friday)
Location: Heights Family Aquatic Center, 709 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $4 online, $7 at the gate
Must be 18 years or older
Additional details: Summer Movie Series
Activity #41348 

“12 Angry Jurors” 

Adapted from the original televised movie, “12 Angry Men,” this is an American courtroom drama which explores the deliberations of a jury in a homicide trial, as they decide the fate of a teenager accused of murdering his abusive father.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs Aug. 23-Sept. 8
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $20 adult, $15 student
Additional details: 12 Angry Jurors

Aug. 24

“Stories Alive!” with Toni Simmons 

Toni Simmons will present “Stories Alive!” with interactive multicultural folktales. Join in as she uses songs, rhythms, movements and audience participation to bring stories to life. This Library-sponsored program is for all ages.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Stories Alive! with Toni Simmons

Fall Door/Wall Hanger Workshop 

Come make and personalize your own fall-themed door hanger. You can add your favorite fall saying, welcoming message or last name on your one-of-a-kind door/wall hanger.  

Time: 9 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $65, registration required (must register by Aug. 22)
Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

Kelly Fletcher 

Enjoy an evening full of fun and dance featuring Kelly Fletcher.  

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. 25

Tales for Tails 

Kids in grades K-4 can work on reading skills and meet some friendly canine companions when they read to live therapy dogs. They will attend independently for 10-minute sessions with a dog. All ages welcome to meet the dogs at 4 p.m. 

Time: 3-4 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Cambell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free ticket required
Ticket distribution starts at 2:30 p.m. the day of the event
Additional details: Tales for Tails

Aug. 26

Introduction to Pickleball Fundamentals 

Come learn everything you need to know about the ins and outs of pickleball.  

Time: 1 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required 
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information 

Aug. 27

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. 28

Adult Computer Class 

Trend Micro’s ISKF program will host a free training about monitoring credit and finances.  

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 

Registration Open for Annual Gobble Hobble 

Registration is open for the 19th Annual Richardson Gobble Hobble. This event, featuring a Family Fun Run and 5K benefits the Richardson Boys & Girls Club. There will be a Fun Zone which includes a free photo booth, balloon artist and street games.  

Time: 8 a.m. (Family Fun Run), 8:30 a.m. (5K) 
(Nov. 23)
Location: Galatyn Park, 2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $35 (5K), $25 (Family Fun Run), registration required
Pricing to increase after Sept. 22
Additional details: Richardson Gobble Hobble 

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