Nov. 6-13

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

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“The Horror” 

UT Dallas’ SP/N Gallery presents “The Horror,” an exhibition featuring artists who use the horror genre to create disturbing, mystical, romantic and comic effects. It includes painting, sculpture, video, new media and a special film screening.  

Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Tuesday-Wednesday & Saturday), 1 p.m.-6 p.m. (Thursday-Friday)
Runs through Nov. 16
Location: UT Dallas, SP/N Gallery, 11.219
3020 Stewart Dr. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Art Exhibition: The HORROR

 

Dialogue Institute Dallas 2024-2025 Art Contest 

The Dialogue Institute 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  

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Nov. 6

 

Aquatics Master Plan Public Meetings 

Two public meetings are being held to further share opportunities for aquatics based on the next phase of the City’s Aquatics Master Plan, which was recommended from the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. The plan will provide long-term strategies for aquatic services and facilities for the community.  

A second Aquatics Master Plan online survey is available and will remain open through Nov. 14. To take the survey, visit www.cor.net/AquaticsMasterPlan.  

Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. (Nov. 6 & 7)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. (Nov. 6)
Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. (Nov. 7)
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/AquaticsMasterPlan

 

Research Innovation 

The University of Texas at Dallas Office of Research and Innovation with the Richardson Rotary presents Research Innovation. This second part of a two-part fall series explores research innovation at UTD. Learn more about the research that takes place at UTD as prominent researchers showcase their science and areas of expertise. 

Time: 5-6:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Explore Research Innovation: 1st Wednesdays Series

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Nov. 7

“Song of the Cicada” 

Join UT Dallas for a special screening of “Song of the Cicada” followed by a Q&A with director Robert Weiss and Dr. Shilyh Warren.  

Time: 7:20-9:30 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: UT Dallas, University Theatre
800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Song of the Cicada

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Nov. 8

Richardson Senior Holiday Bazaar 

Visit the annual Richardson Senior Holiday Bazaar. More than 50 senior vendors will sell handcrafted goods including pottery, jewelry, knitted hats and blankets, paintings and much more. Get unique and personal gifts for friends and family just in time for the holiday season. Food will be available for purchase at the Sip & Snack Café.  

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 8-9)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free entry
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 for more information

 

Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert 

Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert,” a cross-national tour where “Encanto” lovers of all ages sing along with their favorite Grammy Award-winning songs performed by a live band while watching the full film.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Nov. 8 - Performance is in English), 2 p.m. (Nov. 9 - Performance is in Spanish)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $20-$60 
Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center  

 

Make Your Own Cricut Greeting Card 

Join the Richardson Public Library and learn how to design, cut and create your own customized greeting card using the Cricut. This program is for adults and teens.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Friday)
Location: Library Spring Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4395 to register
Additional details: Make Your Own Cricut Greeting Card

 

CityLine Night Market & Live Music 

Support local makers and vendors featuring handmade and vintage goods while enjoying some live music.  

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

 

STEAM Starters – Paper Roller Coaster 

Kids ages 6-8 can discover and explore science, technology, engineering, art and math by learning a lot of cool stuff with hands-on activities individually or as part of a small team. In this Library-sponsored program, kids can build the most exciting roller coaster they can imagine using only paper products.  

Time: 4-5 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit the Youth Services Help Desk to register
Additional details: STEAM Starters - Paper Roller Coaster

 

C-TECH Kids Club – Kazoos 

Kids ages 9-12 can experiment with exciting STEM activities. In this Library-sponsored program kids can learn about the history of kazoos, how they make their sounds, then construct their own rubber band kazoo.  

Time: 4-5 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Richardson IQ^®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit the Youth Services Help Desk to register
Additional details: C-TECH Kids Club - Kazoos

 

Combs and Wilder Guitar Duo 

Enjoy an evening of guitar duets composed by Brahms, Coste, York and more. UT Dallas professor James Wilder will perform with colleague Andrew Combs.  

Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Friday)
Location: UT Dallas, Jonsson Performance Hall (JO 2.604)
800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Combs and Wilder Guitar Duo

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Nov. 9

Teen Program – Minute to Win It 

Teens ages 13-18 can test their skills, but they only have one minute. At this Richardson Public Library-sponsored event, they can try out seven different mini games, racing fellow teens and the clock.  

Time: 3-4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Minute to Win It

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Nov. 10

Jazzmeia Horn with Texins Jazz Band and GDYO Jazz Orchestra 

The Texins Jazz Band has a 38-year history of producing concerts featuring great guest artists. The next guest is internationally acclaimed artist, Jazzmeia Horn. The Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra (GDYO) Jazz Orchestra will open the show.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center 
Admission: $24-$34, $12-$17 (students)
Additional details: Event Details | Jazzmeia Horn with Texins Jazz

 

“Anatomy of a Murder” 

After losing his re-election bid for District Attorney. Paul Biegler is not looking forward to becoming a defense attorney. However, his first case is sensational. A lieutenant is accused of murdering the bartender who allegedly assaulted his wife. It’s a high stakes battle of wit and determination, as Biegler uses every device to save the officer’s neck.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs through Nov. 10
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $22 adults, $20 seniors & students (Thursday & Sunday)
$24 adults, $22 seniors & students (Friday & Saturday)
Additional details: Anatomy of a Murder

 

“The 39 Steps” 

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through Nov. 10
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $20 adults, $15 students
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: The 39 Steps

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Nov. 11

Alamo Drafthouse Movie Party: “Elf” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a sugar-fueled, interactive holiday spectacular and watch “Elf.” This movie party will include games, singing loud for all to hear and props. You will also receive your very own elf hat.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 Central Expy. 
Admission: $15.16
Additional details: Elf Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

 

Veterans Day Celebration 

Class Act Tap and American Legion Post 321 will present, in honor of our heroes, the Flag Fold with 13 folds of the United States flag. Light refreshments will follow.

Time: 1:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Membership to the Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information

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Nov. 12

Diabetes Presentation with Valora Medical Group 

This talk will go over what diabetes is, prevention, management, risks and how to control it.  

Time: 10 a.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Membership to the Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

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Nov. 13

Alison Read and Nili Riemer Bueckert: Songs for Harp and Voice 

UT Dallas faculty members Alison Read and Nili Riemer Bueckert will present an afternoon showcase of harp music, arias, art songs and duets for classical voice and harp.  

Time: 12:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: UT Dallas, Edith O’Donnell Arts & Technology Building
800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Alison Read and Nili Riemer Bueckert: Songs for Harp and Voice

 

Spotting Text Message Scams 

Trend Micro’s ISKF program will host a free training about how to spot text message scams.  

Time: 2:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Membership to the Senior Center is required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

 

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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Dixie Swing - Dixieland Band Concert

The Richardson Senior Center is hosting a Dixie Swing, a Dixieland Band, concert. 

Time: 1 p.m. (Nov. 14)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Membership to the Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information

 

America Recycles Day 

Join the Richardson Public Services Department in celebrating America Recycles Day with an informative and engaging lunch and learn event in partnership with Republic Services. Learn about the latest trends, challenges and innovations in recycling. Participants will also take part in an exclusive tour of Republic Services’ facility to see recycling operations firsthand.  

Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Nov. 15)
Location: Republic Services, 4200 14th St., Plano, TX
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: America Recycles Day

 

Richardson YMCA Fall Cornhole Tournament 

Join Richardson YMCA for a cornhole tournament. All ages are welcome. There will be food and drink specials for players and attendees. There will also be prizes for the top teams. Proceeds from the event will support the Richardson YMCA’s fundraising efforts.  

Time: 6 p.m. (check-in begins), 7 p.m. (tournament begins) (Nov. 15)
Location: Soccer Spectrum, 1251 Digital Dr.
Admission: $80/team, $40/player
Additional details: 2024 Fall Cornhole Tournament

 

Culture in The CORE

This is a free, family-friendly event that brings together Richardson’s diverse communities to have fun, to learn and to experience the music, dance, food and arts of different cultures.  

Time: Noon-4 p.m. (Nov. 16)
Location: Main Street Plaza, 105 S. Interurban St. 
Admission: Free tickets available here 
Additional details: Culture in The CORE 2024 | The CORE District

 

Shop ‘til You Drop 

Join the Richardson Senior Center and travel to the Galleria Mall to help you get your holiday shopping started.  

Time: 10 a.m. (Nov. 21)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. (starting location)
Admission: $5 plus money for lunch, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information   

 

COR Day Camps – Fall Camp 

Fall Break Camp is a three-day program on Monday-Wednesday the week of Thanksgiving while RISD is out of school. Campers ages 5-11 will enjoy various games, activities, and fall-themed crafts both indoors and outdoors (weather-permitting). Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, closed-toe shoes, a snack, and a jacket. 

Time: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov. 25) 
7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Nov. 26) 
7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 27)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $135 (early registration ends Nov. 12), $150 (after early registration ends)
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

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: $45 (5K), $35 (Family Fun Run), registration required
Pricing to increase day of race
Additional details: Richardson Gobble Hobble

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