June 3-10

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June 4

Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland – Presented by Armstrong Dance 

Experience the electrifying fusion of Irish dance, music, theater and cinema in “Celtic Throne II – Psalter of Ireland,” an epic journey in exploring the ancient origins of Ireland. This trailblazing new show tells the story of Ollav Fola, the legendary Irish sage and legislator who carried the legacy of one of the world’s greatest kings to the British Isles.  

Time: 7 p.m. (June 4)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr.
Admission: $40.50-$72
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center  

June 5

“Kong’s Night Out” 

This is the story of what happened in the hotel room next to the hotel room where Ann was whisked out of the bed and into the Manhattan night by King Kong. There’s always a backstory. Myron Siegel is a low-end Broadway producer who desperately wants to be high end. Trouble is, he has, for his entire career, been sabotaged by his archrival, who is ultra-famous for making movies about scary jungle creatures.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday) - June 5-28
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adults, $22 students & seniors
Additional details: Kong's Night Out at Richardson Theatre Centre

Alamo Drafthouse Kids Camp - “Matilda” 

Join Alamo Drafthouse for its Kids Camp series. This summer program is dedicated to providing affordable family movies for maximum family fun. Discounted tickets are available for everyone making it easy to bring your budding cinephile to the movies.  

Time: Noon (June 5), 4 p.m. (June 8-10)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $7
Additional details: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Make Your Own Sand Carving

Learn the history of Native American petroglyphs and see examples from the Taíno, indigenous Caribbeans. Then create and carve your own symbol inspired by petroglyphs. This Richrdson Public Library-sponsored program is for adults and teens.  

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (June 5)
Location: Spring Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4395 or e-mail Anne.Shacklett@cor.gov to register
Additional details: Make Your Own Sand Carving

First Fridays 

Eisemann Center Presents 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 month, the Richardson Civic Art Society presents its Annual Regional Jury Exhibition.  

Time: 6 p.m. (June 5)
Location: Forrest & Virginia Green Mezzanine Gallery, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center

June 6

Moth Night 

Discover the incredible variety and beauty of moths and nocturnal insects hiding right in Breckinridge Park. This is a fantastic, hands-on event for families, nature photographers and curious minds of all ages. There will be special lighting setups to attract these fascinating creatures and local experts on hand from Blackland Prairie and North Texas Chapters of Texas Master Naturalists to help identify what is found.  

Time: 8-10 p.m. (June 6)
Location: Breckinridge Park, 3555 Brand Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Community Events

Blackland Prairie Live Raptors 

Day and night, raptors patrol in search of a meal. Learn about their unique adaptations to hunt in woodlands, wetlands and prairies and watch live demos of their capabilities featuring raptors of different species and sizes. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for kids ages 5 and older.  

Time: 3-4 p.m. (June 6)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Blackland Prairie Live Raptors

Summer Flower Basket Workshop 

Create a lush, on-trend floral basket in this hands-on workshop at Lizzie Bee’s Flower Shoppe. Design a vibrant arrangement featuring corals, pinks, oranges, lavender and pop of cranberry, all styled in floral foam inside a charming basket. No experience needed. All supplies included.  

Time: 4-6 p.m. (June 6)
Location: Lizzie Bee’s Flower Shoppe, 506 Lockwood Dr. 
Admission: $95, register here
Additional details: Lizzie Bee's Flower Shoppe

Family Improv: Planes, Trains and Skateboards 

From a baby crawling, to cars, to our current spaceships. Mankind has a vast number of ways of getting around and The Core Theatre is going to have fun exploring the limits. What if you could go to work in your favorite full sized hot wheels car?  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (June 6)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $10 adults, $5 students
Additional details: The Core Theatre  

1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour 

Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center to learn about the birds that live at the wetland. Led by master birders, the tour is for beginning and intermediate birders. Learn how to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life list, and identify birds.  

Time: 6 a.m. (June 6)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: $10 (includes admission)
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center 

June 7

Murder Behind the Mirror 

Join the Nevermore Gala. It’s a mysterious affair where guests walk on the other side of a mystical mirror and enter a dark version of the world. Will you have the nerve to step into the mirror and face what lurks behind? This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for adults.  

Time: 3-4 p.m. (June 7)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Murder Behind the Mirror

Liverpool Legends – Beatles Experience 

With note-perfect vocals, meticulous attention to musical detail, authentic costume changes, vintage instruments and stunning state-of-the-art multimedia, Liverpool Legends deliver an unforgettable live concert that allows audiences to experience the music, spirit and legacy of The Beatles like never before. 

Time: 7 p.m. (June 7)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $37.50-$90.50
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center 

Summer Vacation 

The Richardson Community Band will get your vacation started with a flurry of excitement as the band performs music from favorite video games, anime and comics. From the theme to “Dragon Ball Z” to “Super Mario Brothers,” the band will get you “movin’ and groovin’.” The band will also throw in a bonus of Billy Bonner singing. Add to that the nice breeze and shade at the pleasant Huffhines Park, and you come up with an enjoyable evening.  

Time: 7 p.m. (June 7)
Location: Huffhines Park Pavilion, Southeast corner of Plano Road and Apollo Road 
Admission: Free 
Additional details: Richardson Community Band | Richardson, Texas 

June 8

Summer Basketball Camp – Registration Open 

The goal of this camp is to provide athletes of all ages with high-level skill development, game improvement, confidence building and a competitive basketball environment led by an experienced professional and former collegiate athlete.  

Time: 9 a.m.-noon (June 8-11 & July 13-16)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: Pricing varies
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #53074 (June 8-11)
Activity #53075 (July 13-16)