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Things to Do | April 16-23
April 16-23
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“Run for Your Wife”
A taxi driver gets away with having two wives in different areas of London because of his irregular working schedule. Complication is piled upon complication as the cabby tries to keep his double life from exploding.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs April 11-May 4
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $24 adults, $22 seniors & students (Friday & Saturday)
$22 adults, $20 seniors & students (Thursday & Sunday)
Additional details: Purchase Tickets to Run For Your Wife at Richardson Theatre Centre | TicketstotheCity.com
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
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
April 16
Richardson Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum
The League of Women Voters of Richardson is hosting a Richardson Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum. The candidates are listed below and are listed in ballot order.
Mayor
Alan C. North
Amir Omar
Bob Dubey
Place 6
Arefin Shamsul
Lisa Marie Kupfer
Time: 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 16
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.lwvrichardson.org
April 17
Cops and Rec
Join the Richardson Police Department for a fun-filled afternoon of games and community interaction. This free event is your chance to play a game of table tennis or challenge an officer to a fun game of Horse on the basketball court. This event is for all ages, and everyone is welcome to come out, have fun and meet the officers who serve our community.
Time: 1-3 p.m., Thursday, April 17
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Facebook
Teen Program – Anime Club
Teens ages 13-18 only 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, April 17
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Anime Club
Understanding Medicare Plans
Learn how Medicare works, what it covers, different choices available to you and various plan options. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.
Time: Noon, Thursday, April 17
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Voting Equipment Demonstrations
Dallas County is hosting voting equipment demonstrations providing access to the public to interact with voting equipment that will be used ahead of early voting for the May 3, 2025 Joint and Special Election. There will be four opportunities. On Thursday, April 17 from 1-4:30 p.m., equipment will be available at the Dallas County Government Center (140 N Garland Ave., Garland, 75040) and the South Dallas Government Center (8301 S Polk St., Dallas, 75232). On Friday, April 18 from 1-4:30 p.m., equipment will be available at the North Dallas Government Center (6820 LBJ FWY, Dallas, 75240) and the Oak Cliff Government Center (702 E Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, 75203).
Time: 1-4:30 p.m., Thursday, April 17 and Friday, April 18
Locations: Various locations, see description above.
Admission: Free
April 18
C-TECH Kids Club – What's the Matter?
Kids ages 9-12 only can experiment with exciting STEM activities. They will experiment with different states of matter and learn how particles move by moving themselves around.
Time: 4-5 p.m., Friday, April 18
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 to register
Additional details: C-TECH Kids Club - What's the Matter?
Liverpool Legends - “Beatles Experience”
Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors curated by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother’s legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. This Grammy-nominated and one-of-a-kind Beatles show is narrated by Louise Harrison and honors The Beatles’ legacy by tracing their musical evolution from early hits to psychedelic masterpieces.
Time: 8 p.m., Friday, April 18
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $35-$85
Additional details: Event Listing
Tricky Fish Third Coast Boil in CityLine Plaza
Join the celebration at CityLine Plaza for a Crawfish Boil in partnership with Trick Fish featuring live music by Joshua Stone (Alternative / 90’s and 00’s Rock). Crawfish will be for sale at $8 per pound served with corn and potatoes. Frozen margaritas, hurricanes and beer will also be on sale.
Time: 6-9 p.m., Friday, April 18
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Pre-Orders Available
Additional Details: Event Listing
Microsoft Excel Intermediate
Participants of this class must have taken the Microsoft Excel Beginner class or have equivalent. You will learn to understand absolute vs. relative calculations, create simple graphs, add subtotals, add functions, add comments in cells and use the special sum function.
Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Friday, April 18
Location: Library Spring Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration and a valid RPL card required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Microsoft Excel Intermediate
April 19
Day Camp Counselor Hiring Event
Richardson’s Park and Recreation Department is looking to fill 25 day camp counselor positions. During this “one-stop shop” event, applicants will be interviewed and if hired, will complete the next steps with Human Resources staff on-site. Interested individuals must apply online by visiting www.cor.net/Jobs and then schedule an interview. If the schedule is full, interested individuals should e-mail recruitment@cor.gov.
Time: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, April 19
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, must apply online and schedule an interview
Additional details: www.cor.net/Jobs
Beatbox Meets Popping
Amirah Sackett and Ahmed Zaghbouni (aka MR MiC) present BeatBox MEETS Popping—a high-energy blend of hip-hop dance and beatboxing. Through their art, these Muslim artists celebrate faith, challenge stereotypes and inspire unity across cultures. Humor in Music will also have a reception following the performance for the season finale of Keyboard Conversations.
Time: 8 p.m., Saturday, April 19
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $25-$40
Additional details: Event Listing
How to Find Local Jobs
Discover how government and private job-seeking websites can assist you in your job search. This class is for adults.
Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturday, April 19
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: How to Find Local Jobs
Spring Quilling Workshop
Quilling is an art form that uses rolling, shaping and gluing strips of paper to create intricate designs. Paper is coiled into various shapes and put together to form patterns or images. You will learn the basics of quilling and then put it all together to make your very own spring masterpiece. Learn in a fun and creative environment. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.
Time: 9 a.m., Saturday, April 19
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $30, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
CityLine Live Featuring Carly Carroll
Enjoy live music from Pop/Singer-Songwriter artist Carly Carroll at CityLine's outdoor plaza. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups are welcomed and encouraged.
Time: 6-9 p.m., Saturday, April 19
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.citylinedfw.com
FMG Dallas
This is where hundreds of top-tier fitness models from different states come together to showcase their hard-earned physiques before the FMG stage, competing across multiple categories for titles and world qualifications.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (prelims), 5-9 p.m. (finals), Saturday, April 19
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $30 (prelims), $50 (finals)
Additional details: Event Listing
3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour
Learn about the wetland’s plants, animals and the fascinating history of the property. You can also learn about the innovative design of the wetland, the relationship the wetland has with water supply and the interaction between human engineering and nature.
Time: 9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 19
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
Admission: Free with admission
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
April 20
“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 21
"Humor in Music”
This Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffery Siegel program will include the works of Beethoven, Chopin and Aaron Copland.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 21
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: $42-$50
Additional details: Event Listing
April 22
CityLine Earth Day Picnic in the Plaza
Bring your lunch and celebrate Earth Day with a picnic in CityLine plaza. Stop by to pick up a free seedling to grow at home and enjoy the fresh air. Bring your own lunch or grab a bite from one of CityLine’s 30+ dining options. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and pups are welcome.
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, April 22
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.citylinedfw.com
Stretching your Grocery Dollar sponsored by Center Well Senior Primary Care
Learn how to eat healthy on a budget, discover tips for planning ahead, grocery shopping strategies, practical eating habits at home and how to stay healthy when dining out. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.
Time: 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 22
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, register required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
April 23
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Discover the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and learn how it impacts our lives, from virtual assistants to recommendation systems. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.
Time: 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 23
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10, registration required
Must register by April 22
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Richardson Replants Tree Giveaway
As part of the Richardson Replants program, the City is giving away free trees to residents. The types of trees available includes Chinkapin Oak, Desert Willow, and Peach. Trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, to residents with a valid identification card or recent water utility bill.
Time: April 25, 1-3:30 p.m.
Location: Terrace Park, 200 N. Lois Ln.
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/RichardsonReplants
Richardson Woman’s Club Annual Garden Tour
Sign ups are open for the Annual Garden Tour, presented by Richardson’s Woman’s Club in partnership with the City of Richardson. The City is partnering with the RWC this year to encourage people to showcase gardens that incorporate waterwise sustainable gardening practices.
Time: May 3, 8:30-a.m.-4 p.m. (garden tour)
Location: Richardson Woman’s Club, 2005 N. Cliffe Dr.
Admission: $25 (garden tour), $10 (box lunch)
Additional details: www.rwctx.org
Adaptive Summer Luau – Registration Now Open
This is going to be one big pool party. Come out to the Heights Family Aquatics Center for a genuine luau feast, swimming, sliding, lounging and an authentic hula dance show to top of the evening’s entertainment. There will be something for everyone.
Time: 6:15-9:45 p.m. (May 30)
Must register by May 27
Location: Heights Family Aquatic Center, 709 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $40
Meal tickets for parents/caregivers can be purchased for $10
Additional details: Event Listing