April 2-9

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Student Art Contest 

Music is everywhere! Create your own art masterpiece to show what that phrase means to you. Richardson students in kindergarten through 6th grades are invited to participate. Winners will receive a ribbon and two tickets to the Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival. Complete rules and official entry form are found on the Wildflower! website.  

Time: Friday, April 11 (deadline to apply) 
Additional details: Student Art Contest

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

April 2

“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. Athenaeum, 777 Loop Rd. SW
Admission: Free
Additional details: From Texas to the World: Common Ground at UT Dallas and the Dallas Museum of Art

 
April 3

Kings of Swing Dance 

Enjoy an afternoon of fun and dancing featuring the Kings of Swing. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required. 

Time: 1 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  

April 4

CityLine Live – Colton Blue 

Live music return’s to CityLine’s outdoor plaza this spring. Enjoy live music from soul/country artist Colton Blue. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcomed and encouraged.  

Time: 6-9 p.m. (every Friday and Saturday in April and May)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Colton Blue (Soul / Country)

First Fridays 

The Eisemann Center hosts a small reception on the first Friday night of each month completely free and open to the public to celebrate the new exhibit in the Forrest and Virginia Green Mezzanine Gallery. This reception will celebrate the emerging artists from this year's Cottonwood Art Festival. 

Time: 6 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Forrest and Virginia Green Mezzanine Gallery, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free
Additional details: Event Details | 2025 First Fridays 

April 5

League of Women Voters Richardson – Candidate Forums 

In preparation for the May 3 election, the League of Women Voters Richardson is holding the following candidate forums: 

Richardson ISD Single-Member District 5 
Candidates: Cristina Angelina Neria, Rachel McGowan 

Richardson ISD Single-Member District 2 
Candidates: Elaine Bonavita, Vanessa Pacheco, Pamela Hughes 

Time: 1 p.m. (District 5), 2:30 p.m. (District 2) (Saturday)
Location: RISD Administration Building Auditorium, 400 S. Greenville Ave. 
Admission: Free and open to the public
Additional details: Home - League of Women Voters of Richardson

Flamingo Fest: The Ultimate Plaza Playdate 

Enjoy a free springtime family event with CityLine in partnership with Flamingo Preschool. There will be fun, games and a lot of hands-on activities. From planting seeds to hunting hidden treasures, there is something for everyone.  

Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Flamingo Fest: The Ultimate Plaza Playdate

Travel to Japan: Cherry Blossoms 

Imagine yourself under the fragrant shade of a cherry blossom tree in Japan. For national poetry month, join the Richardson Public Library to enjoy poems about cherry blossoms and learn about the history and purpose of cherry blossom festivals in Japan. Snacks and favors will be available while supplies last. This program is for adults and teens.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Saturday)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Travel to Japan: Cherry Blossoms

Photography Workshop 

Join the John Bunkers Sands Wetland Center for a photography workshop with a nature focus. The instructor, Dan Koglin, will lead the class into the wetland for some practice after some classroom time. The workshop will end with a special guided walk to view and photograph a bald eagle family. This event is limited to 25 people.  

Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: $10 adults, $5 children
Additional details: Events - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

Joyful Hooves: Read to Miniature Horses 

Read to Joyful Hooves’ miniature horses and donkeys at this Richardson Public Library-sponsored event. Two equines will be on hand for you to read to from your favorite books and poems about horses. Small groups attend together for two minutes with a horse. This event is for all ages.  

Time: 1-2 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free ticket required
Tickets will be available at the City Council Chamber entrance beginning at 12:45 p.m. the day of the event. 
Additional details: Joyful Hooves: Read to Miniature Horses!

You Can Paint with Oils Workshop – Poppies 

Even if you’ve never held a paintbrush or can’t draw a straight line, you will be amazed at the beautiful oil painting you can create in one fun and inspiring lesson. Beginners can join the Richardson Senior Center to learn the basics of color mixing, brushstrokes and perspective while completing a detailed landscape or seascape under the guidance of Christen Garden, of the Robert Garden School of Art. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 10 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $20, plus a $20 supply fee due to the instructor day of class
Must register by Thursday, April 3
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

CityLine Live – Texas Jazz Cats 

Live music return’s to CityLine’s outdoor plaza this spring. Enjoy live music from jazz group the Texas Jazz Cats. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcomed and encouraged.  

Time: 6-9 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Texas Jazz Cats

"Stories from the Heart” 

Join Vocal Majority for an afternoon spring concert. The concert will feature love songs, patriotic music, sacred selections in anticipation of Easter, along with a sneak peek at what’s planned for the Vocal Majority’s appearance at international competition this summer.  

Time: 2 p.m. (April 5 & 6)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $22-$72
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center  

April 6

Fragments of Memory: The Holocaust and Its Aftermath 

Join The University of Texas at Dallas as Dr. Nils Roemer presents the final lecture of the annual spring professor lecture series.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (Sunday)
Location: Erik Jonsson Academic Center, 800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Fragments of Memory: The Holocaust and Its Aftermath

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 

April 8

Alamo Drafthouse Movie Party - “The Hunger Games” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for an interactive movie party. Watch “The Hunger Games” starring Jennifer Lawrence. Attendees will receive props including a matchbook, a Seneca Crane beard tattoo, nightlock berry snacks and a mini bow and arrow.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $19
Additional details: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Understanding Senior Living Options 

This presentation, sponsored by Touchmark at Emerald Lake, will address the different senior living options from 55+ independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and everything in between. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

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

RCAS Solo Art Exhibit at Heights Recreation Center 

The artwork of Richardson Civic Art Society member Kay Hoag is currently on display at Heights Recreation Center and will remain up through April 8. The exhibit features 15 works created in mediums including watercolor, mixed media, pen & ink, and colored pencil.  

Time: Available to view during the Heights Recreation Center’s normal operating hours through April 8
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: HEIGHTS RECREATION CENTER – Richardson Civic Art Society

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April 9

Texting on your iPhone/iPad 

Learn how to share text, photos and other information using the iPhone iMessage app. This is a must-know skill. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 2:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, must register by April 8
(only 15 spots available)
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

CarFit Presentation – AARP Driver Safety 

This interactive and educational program will properly assist older drivers on how to make their personal vehicles “fit” them to increase safety and mobility when they hit the road. There will be a CarFit event with a trained technician to teach you how to personalize your vehicle to fit you. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 9 a.m. (presentation), 11 a.m. (CarFit event) (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, must register
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information  

Easter Eggstravaganza 2025 – Registration is Now Open 

Bring a basket and have fun at the City of Richardson Eggstravaganza. This is not your typical egg hunt. Hop down the egg hunt trail and collect eggs from various booths hosted by local community organizations. Other activities include story time with the Richardson Public Library, bounce houses, arts and crafts, and photos with the Easter Bunny. This event is for kids ages 3-12.  

Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (April 12)
Location: Breckinridge Park Pavilions, Entrance C, 2794 Brand Rd. 
Admission: $10 (resident), $12 (nonresident), registration required as space is limited
Adults are free
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #46069

Richardson Disc Golf Tournament - Registration Now Open

Join the City of Richardson for a disc golf tournament. The player divisions include recreation, intermediate and advanced.  

Time: 7:30 a.m. (check-in), 8:30 a.m. (start time)  
Saturday, April 19
Location: Breckinridge Park Complex C, 3555 Brand Rd. 
Admission: $30
E-mail ashley.wakefield@cor.gov for more information 
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #46091

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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