Feb. 19-26

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

Information on how to subscribe to the newsletter can be found at www.cor.net/ThingstoDo.  

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Annual Richardson 2025 Art Contest 

Artists are invited to participate in Richardson’s Annual Black History Month Art contest. Winning works will be published by the City with artists receiving $200 and certificates of achievement from the Mayor and City Council. Students must live in Richardson, or attend school within the city, to be eligible to enter.  

Time: Now through Feb. 28 (Art submissions accepted)
Additional details: www.cor.net/ArtandEssayContest

 

“The Murder of Roger Ackroyd”

In this thrilling stage adaptation of Agatha Christie's ingenious 1926 novel, the tiny village of King’s Abbot is rocked by scandal when Roger Ackroyd, the wealthiest man in town, is found dead shortly after the apparent suicide of his fiancée. 

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday), 7:30 p.m. (Thursday) 
Runs through March 2
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adults, $22 seniors & students (Friday & Saturday)
$22 adults, $20 seniors & students (Sunday & Thursday)
Additional details: Purchase Tickets to The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

 

2024 – AARP Free Tax Preparation Help 

Tax preparation appointments are available and will be held at both the Heights and Huffhines Recreation Centers. You must complete an AARP tax packet, available at the Library and Recreation Centers. You must also bring important documents such as a government-issued ID, the prior year’s tax returns and Social Security cards.  

Time: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (last appointment at 2 p.m.) Available through April 14 
Mondays (Huffhines Recreation Center), Wednesdays (Heights Recreation Center) 
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.  
Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.  
Admission: Free, appointments required 
Call 469-609-0903 or click here to schedule an appointment
Additional details: Tax Forms and Information

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Feb. 19

A Winter Walk 

Join Painting with a Twist for a Wine Wednesday painting class. In this class, participants will paint a winter scene. Must be 21 to drink. Teens ages 15-17 are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian who is also a participant.  

Time: 7-9 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: The CORE District, Painting with a Twist
819 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $39
Additional details: Wine Wednesday - A Winter Walk

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Feb. 20

“Greetings from Karen Springs!”

This new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s classic, “An Enemy of the People,” is set in a Texas suburb called Karen Springs and explores a local environmental crisis through a mix of personalities—a doctor, a teacher, a mayor, reporters, business owners and everyday residents—all tangled in questions of truth, justice, friendship and loyalty. As tensions ride and secrets unravel, the cast confronts the real questions: “Who is the true enemy of the people?” 

Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) 
Runs Feb. 20-March 1 
Location: UT Dallas, University Theatre, JO 2.702 
800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Spring Play - Greetings From Karen Springs

 

 

Understanding Medicare Plans 

Join the Richardson Senior Center to learn how Medicare works, what it covers, different choices available to you and various plan options.  

Time: Noon (Thursday)
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 

 

Zumba Classes 

Join Heights Recreation Center for a Zumba class. Have fun while working out to music around the world.

Time: 5:15-6:15 p.m. (every Tuesday and Thursday)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $40 (twice a week) Activity #43525
$25 (once a week) Activity #43522
$5 (drop-in fee) 
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation 

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Feb. 21

Existential Crisis and You! 

Join The Core Theatre for a sketch comedy show to cry for.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Feb. 21 & 22), 4 p.m. (Feb. 23)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $20 adults and seniors, $15 students
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: Existential Crisis and YOU  

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Feb. 22

 

Lee Young, First Modern Black Texas Ranger 

Join the Richardson Public Library to hear from retired Texas Ranger Lee Young as he discusses his 29-year career as a Texas law enforcement officer. He will also talk about the history of the Absentee Seminole Tribe of Texas as a descendant of Seminoles who fled to Mexico in 1850 to protect their freedom. This program is for adults and teens.  

Time: 1-2 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Lee Young, First Modern Black Texas Ranger

 

MOMIX: ALICE 

Travel down the rabbit hole MOMIX-style with Moses Pendleton’s newest creation “ALICE,” inspired by “Alice in Wonderland.” As Alice’s body grows and shrinks and grows again, Pendleton’s dancers extend themselves by means of props, ropes and other dancers.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $45-$70
Additional details: Event Details | MOMIX Alice 

 

Sammy Miller and The Congregation

Grammy-nominated drummer Sammy Miller has become known for his unique maturity and relentless focus on making music that feels good as drummer, singer and bandleader. Upon completing his master's at The Julliard School, Sammy formed his ensemble, The Congregation. As a band they are focused on sharing the poser of community through their music. Sammy and the band are returning for a fourth appearance by popular demand.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $25-$40 
Additional details: Event Details | Sammy Miller  

 

Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop 

Join the Richardson Senior Center to learn how to weave your own macrame plant hanger. This is a great class for macrame beginners and plant lovers alike. Membership to the Senior Center is not required. 

Time: 9 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $25, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

 

Annual Highway Cleanup 

Join the John Bunker Wetland Center to help beautify FM 1389, the gateway to the Wetland Center. Bags, grabbers, safety vests, breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided.  

Time: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Annual Highway Cleanup  

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Feb. 23

Healthier Texas Community Challenge – Drum Cardio by Kathryn 

Join the City of Richardson Community and attend a group class focused on drum cardio.  

Be sure to sign up for the Healthier Texas Community Challenge to start earning points for your healthy actions such as eating healthy, staying hydrated and physical activity.  

Time: Noon (Sunday)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, register here (Activity #45931) 
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

Dallas Asian American Youth Orchestra

The Dallas Asian American Youth Orchestra will host a matinee and evening spring concert. The matinee will feature the String Explorers, Junior Strings and Concert Strings orchestras. The evening concerts will feature the Philharmonic and Symphony orchestras as well as the Chamber group. Soloist and renowned pipa virtuoso, Dr. Yuxin Mei, will perform Pipa Concerto No. 2 by Zhao Jiping.  

Time: 1 p.m. (matinee), 6:30 p.m. (evening)
(Sunday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $7
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center  

 

Rahul Dua Live 

OHO Productions presents Rahul Dual Live. This show is in Hindi and not appropriate for children under 16 years of age.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $39-$71
Additional details: Event Details | Rahul Dua Live 

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Feb. 24

 

Franz Schubert – The Soulful & Sublime 

Eisemann Center Presents Keyboard Conversations^®. Enchanting Waltzes, dreamy Impromptus and the dashing Sonata Opus 120.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $42-$50
Additional details: Event Details | Keyboard Conversations

 

 

Alamo Drafthouse Movie Party: “The Phantom of the Opera” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for a movie party and watch this 2004 classic “The Phantom of the Opera.” This musical extravaganza will throw its magical lasso around you and never let go. Attendees will receive props such as candles, roses, bracelets and their very own Phantom mask.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 Central Expy. 
Admission: $20.57
Additional details: The Phantom of the Opera (2004) Movie Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  

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Feb. 25

2025 Contest Winners Exhibit 

The 2025 City of Richardson Photo Contest winners are on display through Feb. 25 at the Huffhines Recreation Center.  

Time: Available through Feb. 25 during Huffhines Recreation Center's normal operating hours
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/PhotoContest

 

 

Ankle and Wound Care Mobile Podiatry Clinic 

Discover the transformative power of good foot care and learn how the Graff mobile bus is revolutionizing patient services and supporting local facilities. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 10 a.m. 
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

 

Archery Classes 

Join the Heights Recreation Center for archery classes every Tuesday. Classes are held based on skill level. There are intro, intermediate and adaptive archery classes.  

Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. (intro to archery) 
5:30-6:30 p.m. (intermediate archery) 
6:30-7:30 p.m. (adaptive archery)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Prices vary by class
Additional details: www.cor.net/ParksOnline  

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Feb. 26

2025 Chess Fest 

UT Dallas chess team Grandmaster Ivan Schitco and International Master Andrei Macovei, who will be blindfolded and unable to see the position of the pieces or touch them, will take on any student. The exhibition demonstrates how top players can “see” the chess board in their minds when playing.  

Time: Noon-2 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Eugene McDermott Library (MC), Lobby, 800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: ChessFest Blindfold Chess

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Mermaid Magic! - Daddy Daughter Dance - (Registration Open) 

Attend the annual Daddy Daughter Dance and enjoy a lovely evening filled with dancing, games, photo opportunities and making precious memories with your little sweetheart. Dinner is included. A prize will be given out to the daughter with the most on theme outfit.  

Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m. (March 28) Activity #45179
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $35 per person (+2 for non-residents)
Registration deadline March 14 or when full
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

Adaptive Mardi Gras Fest - (Registration Open)

Celebrate Mardi Gras at Heights Recreation Center. There will be food, games, and a talent show. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a masquerade parade so bring a mask and a costume if you’d like from home. All talent show participants must submit a talent show application prior to the event for staff approval.  

Time: 6-9 p.m. (March 7) Activity #43828  
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $18, registration required
Talent show applications must be submitted no later than March 2
E-mail applications to alan.gatton@cor.gov 
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation

 

The Great Richardson Baking Bonanza – RALC Murder Mystery Event (Tickets Available Now) 

Join the Richardson Adult Literacy Center (RALC) for the annual Murder Mystery Event. The first act of the performance will end with tragedy. Then, audience members will work together to figure out who is the culprit. Special guest performers include Richardson City Council member Dan Barrios, Amanda Pritchard with UT Dallas, Gavin Nichols with Farmer’s Insurance, Dave Swiney with Shady’s Burgers & Brewhaha, and Sally Grinsfelder, RALC supporter and winner of the 2024 guest actor auction.  

Time: 7 p.m. (doors open), 7:30 (program begins) (April 12)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $85
Additional details: Murder Mystery Event - Richardson Adult Literacy Center 

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