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Things to Do | Jan. 22-29
Jan. 22-29
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2024 City Photo Contest Winners and Judge’s Exhibition
The Best of Show and Best of Division Winner’s Exhibit from the City’s 2024 Photo Contest, as well as the 2024 Photo Contest Judge’s Exhibit, are on display. The Best of Show and Best of Division Exhibit features the work of Kaye Hargis, David Steger and Ava Dunn, while the Judge’s Exhibit features the photographs of Rebecca Deragon, Hector Reyes and Robin Thompson.
Time: Runs through Jan. 30
Open during Huffhines Recreation Center’s normal business hours
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/PhotoContest
Annual Richardson Art and Essay Contest
Writers and artists are invited to participate in Richardson’s Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. and Black History Month Art and Essay contests. Winning works will be published by the City with authors/artists receiving $200 and certificates of achievement from the Mayor and City Council. Students must live in Richardson, or attend school with the city, to be eligible to enter.
Time: Now through Jan. 31 (Essay submissions accepted)
Now through Feb. 28 (Art submissions accepted)
Additional details: www.cor.net/ArtandEssayContest
“A Life in the Theatre”
This show portrays the changing relationship between John and Robert, two actors – one older and experienced, the other a young up-and-comer – working together in a repertory company.
Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs through Feb. 2
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $20 adults, $15 students
Additional details: The Core Theatre
Jan. 22
“From Texas to the World: Common Ground at UT Dallas and the Dallas Museum of Art”
“From Texas to the World” chronicles the philanthropic and creative spirit of the individuals who have left enduring impressions on both the University of Texas at Dallas and the Dallas Museum of Art.Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)
Runs through July 14
Location: Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Anthenaeum, Dallas Museum of Art Galleries 777 Loop Rd. SW
Admission: Free
Additional details: From Texas to the World: Common Ground at UT Dallas and the Dallas Museum of Art
Jan. 23
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
Jan. 24
STEAM Starters – Zip Lines
Kids ages 6-8 can join the Richardson Public Library to 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. Kids can take the zip line challenge. They will build a zip line, then test its strength and speed.
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 - Zip Lines
Stuffies Storytime & Sleepover
Kids ages 3-7 and their favorite stuffed animal or toy are invited to storytime at the Richardson Public Library. When storytime ends, they will hug their buddy goodbye and check the Library’s Facebook and Instagram pages to see all the fun they’re having at the super special stuffie sleepover. Stuffie or toys must be picked up the following morning at the Library’s Teen Service Desk from 10-10:30 a.m.
Time: 4:30-5:15 p.m. (Friday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Stuffies Storytime & Sleepover
Jan. 25
Healthier Texas Community Challenge – WALK & YOGA
Join the Healthier Texas Community Challenge and kick off the challenge with the City of Richardson with a walk and yoga event. The first 100 people to attend will receive a free T-shirt. There will also be a raffle drawing. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat. Limited Yoga mats will be available for first come, first serve!
Formerly known as It’s Time Texas Community Challenge, Healthier Texas Community Challenge is an eight-week health competition between communities across the state of Texas. Texans across the state compete and earn points by eating healthy, being active and staying hydrated.
Time: 9 a.m. (Walk), 10 a.m. (Yoga) (Saturday)
Location: Huffhines Park & Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free, Free, event registration required (Activity #45170)
Register for the Healthier Texas Community Challenge here
Additional details: Community Challenge - Champions Unite
Game On: Board Games at the Library
Adventure to the beyond with a librarian-led game time. A lot of options will be available for solo or group play such as Settlers of Catan, Pandemic, Sagrada and more. This program is for adults.
Time: 3-5 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Game On: Board Games at the Library
Jan. 26
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
Jan. 27
Canvas Bouquet Vases
Adults and teens can join the Richardson Public Library to create floral masterpieces with canvas, buttons and paper flowers.Time: 6-7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4395 to register
Additional details: Canvas Bouquet Vases
Introduction to Pickleball Fundamentals Workshop
Join the Richardson Senior Center to learn everything you need to know about Pickleball.Time: 1:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10, registration required
Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Jan. 28
Glaucoma Presentation
Join the Richardson Senior Center to hear from Nurse Practitioner Stacey Maier with CenterWell Senior Primary Care. She will address the causes, symptoms, medication and treatments of glaucoma.
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
Jan. 29
iPhone Photos
Join the Richardson Senior Center to discover the art of photography using your iPhone. Learn techniques to capture stunning photos, from framing and composition to lighting and focus. Explore the features of the iPhone’s camera and photo apps.Time: 2:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10, registration required (Must register by Jan. 28)
Membership to the Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Adaptive Valentine Jubilee
Join the Heights Recreation Center and celebrate Valentine’s Day with a dinner and dance. A date is not necessary, so come with friends. There will be dinner and a full night of dancing to music with a disc jockey.
Time: 7-9:30 p.m. (Feb. 14) Activity #43704
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $30, registration required
Registration ends Feb. 11 or when full
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Vegas Night
Join the Richardson Senior Center for a fun night of entertainment when Marty Ruiz presents The Motown Song and Dance Show. Be ready to sing along, dance or just sit back and enjoy. Come dressed in your Vegas evening finery. Tickets are now on sale!
Time: 6 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (event starts) (Feb. 26)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10 (nonrefundable), registration required
Membership to the Senior Center is not required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information