Aug. 20-27

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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“Be My Baby” 

John, an irascible Scotsman and an uptight English woman, Maude, both in their late 50s, take on the journey of a lifetime. They are brought together when his ward marries her niece. Then, when the young couple decides to adopt a newborn baby, the older couple has to travel 6,000 miles to California to pick up the child and bring her safely home to Scotland. The problem is, John and Maude despise each other. To make matters worse, they get stranded in San Francisco for several weeks and are expected to jointly care for the helpless newborn. There they form a new partnership and learn some startling lessons about life and love.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through Aug. 31
Location: Richardson Theatre Center, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adult, $22 students and seniors (Friday & Saturday)
$22 adult, $20 students and seniors (Thursday & Sunday)
Additional details: Be My Baby at Richardson Theatre Centre

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Aug. 20

“Floating World of the Cloud Quilt” at Crow Museum of Asian Art 

In this multimedia, immersive installation, Saya Woolfalk created a dynamic interplay of symbols and imagery by drawing on her vast analog and digital archives of past projects, “quilting” together historical elements from the fictional world she created known as the Empathic Universe. The installation is set up as an infinity loop, allowing the audience to experience what being immersed in that universe feels like, engaging in continuous and complex interactions and responses with its residents.  

Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday) 
Runs through Sept. 7
Location: The Crow Museum at UT Dallas, Edith and Peter O’Donnel, Jr. Athenaeum
777 Loop Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Saya Woolfalk: Floating World of the Cloud Quilt – Crow Museum 

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Aug. 21

Teen Program – Anime Club 

Teens ages 13-18 can join this monthly club to watch, chat and more about the anime they love. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored event shows programs that are rated PG-13 or lower.  

Time: 7-8 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Millwood Creek Conference Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Teen Program - Anime Club

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Aug. 22

32nd Annual Fantasy Football Draft Night 

The Warren Center is hosting its annual Fantasy Football Draft Night. The event will feature a live fantasy football draft, dinner and an auction. Proceeds will support the Warren Center’s programs for children and families affected by developmental delays and disabilities. Come dressed in your best “Texas Chic Casual” or “Football Fun” outfit.  

Time: 6-10 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Armstrong Fieldhouse at Southern Methodist University, 6024 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX
Admission: $350 (individual ticket)
Additional details: Fantasy Football 2024 - The Warren Center

 

Alamo Drafthouse Time Capsule (1995): “The Doom Generation” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse and go back in time to watch “The Doom Generation,” a 1995 classic, starring James Duval, Rose McGowan and Johnathan Schaech.

Time: 9:30 p.m. (Friday)  
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy.
Admission: $13.99
Additional details: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

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Aug. 23

 

Equally Strong: Comanche Women and the Power of Tradition 

Hawana Townsley, great-granddaughter of Quanah Parker and Weckeah, will present about her family history, the role of women in Comanche traditions and the way she was taught by her grandmother and mother. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for adults and teens.  

Time: 1-2 p.m. (Saturday)  
Location: Richardson City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Equally Strong: Comanche Women and the Power of Tradition

 

The Collingsworth Family 

The Collingsworth Family’s “Classics & Hymns” tour is a musical journey that celebrates timeless songs and hymns, reimagined with fresh arrangements. This tour features selections from their album “Classics & Hymns,” which pays tribute to classic songs and hymns released over the past 50 years, presented in contemporary arrangements.  

Time: 3 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $30-$42.75 (standard), $20-$32-75 (child)
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center 

 

Alamo Drafthouse Movie Party: “Ghostbusters” (1984) 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for this immersive, interactive experience and watch the 1984 classic “Ghostbusters.” Attendees will get some Ghost Slime, a reasonably sized marshmallow and red and blue glow necklaces. 

Time: 4 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $14
Additional details: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

 

Microsoft Word Beginner 

Learn how to use Microsoft’s celebrated word processing program. Learn how to navigate Word’s resources and tools, how to create and format text, how to edit margins, headers and footers, and how to add and adjust pictures. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for adults.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (Saturday)
Location: Library Millwood 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 Word Beginner

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Aug. 24

Disc Golf at Breckinridge Park 

Play a round (or two) of disc golf at Breckinridge Park. The disc golf course at Breckinridge Park was designed by Eric McCabe, one of the most-renowned disc golf course designers, and the winner of the 2010 Professional Disc Golf Association World Championship.  

Time: Sunrise-sunset (daily)
Location: Breckinridge Disc Golf Course at Breckinridge Park
3555 Brand Rd. (near pavilions at Parking Lot C)
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.cor.net/DiscGolf 

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Aug. 25

Jeopardy Bar League at the Brass Tap 

Trivia lovers, quiz masters and Jeopardy fanatics can put their knowledge to the test every Monday night at The Brass Tap.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Monday)
Location: The Brass Tap, CityLine
1251 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Jeopardy Bar League at The Brass Tap

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Aug. 26

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association 

Learn about typical age-related memory, thinking or behavior changes. Recognize common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia and the importance of early detection. Discuss the tips for approaching someone about memory concerns.  

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 

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Aug. 27

The Apple Watch: How Tos and Why I Need One 

Discover the safety features of the Apple Watch, including text messages, daily step monitoring and timekeeping. Even if you don’t have an Apple Watch, join the Richrdson Senior Center and you may discover you want one.  

Time: 2:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $10, must register by Aug. 26
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

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15th Annual Richardson Real Heroes “Annie Awards” Celebration

Local nonprofit Richardson Real Heroes hosts its annual awards celebration honoring local volunteers for outstanding service to the community. This year’s honorees are Dr. Mona Alnaeemi and Neil Stampe. The special guest is singer/songwriter/speaker Sara Hickman who was named Official Texas State Musician 2010. A dessert reception with live music will follow the program.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Aug. 28)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free ticket required
Additional details: www.richardsonrealheroes.com/awardscelebration

 

 

Say Goodbye to Summer 

Celebrate the last days of summer with a cookout. Then, enjoy some free entertainment by the New Horizon Band at 1 p.m. 

Time: 11:30 a.m. (lunch), 1 p.m. (concert) (Aug. 28)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $3 for lunch, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

 

RROB Author Lecture – Tickets Available Aug. 26 

Richardson Reads One Book (RROB) will welcome Rowan Jacobsen, author of “Wild Chocolate,” to discuss his book. Free tickets will be available beginning Aug. 26 on a first-come, first-served basis, until they are gone.  

Time: 6:45 p.m. (doors open), 7:30 p.m. (event begins) (Sept. 16)
Location: First United Methodist Church Richardson, 503 N. Central Expy. 
Admission: Free ticket required (available Aug. 26)
Tickets are limited to two per order and per e-mail address. 
Additional details: Richardson Reads One Book

 

 

 

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