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Things to Do | July 8-15
July 8-15
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“Ruby Tuesday”
“Ruby Tuesday” is a story inspired by the feeling engendered by the classic Rolling Stones hit where someone significantly passes through your life leaving a bittersweet mixture of grief and gratitude.
Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) - (Runs through July 19)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $20 adults & seniors, $15 students
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: Ruby Tuesday
Soccer Viewing Gatherings in the Richardson IQ®
Experience soccer viewing in the Richardson IQ®. View indoor or out on big screens while live soccer happens all around you on Soccer Spectrum fields. With both indoor and outdoor bars and an onsite kitchen with a classically trained chef, expect food and drink specials as well.
Time: Start times vary from noon-9 p.m. (All game dates through July 19)
Location: Soccer Spectrum, 1251 Digital Dr.
Admission: $50 deposit for 2-4 people; larger table sizes and deposits available
All deposits go toward any food and/or beverage purchases
Additional details: Soccer Dallas Event & Tournament | Soccer Spectrum
Free Coworking in The CORE District
Communion Neighborhood Cooperative is inviting the community to enjoy its open coworking area for free this summer, with free Day Passes available every Wednesday. The open coworking area includes access to high-speed internet, and a variety of comfortable workspaces. Passes may be picked up on Wednesday just inside the front door.
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (every Wednesday through August)
Location: Communion Neighborhood Cooperative, 514 Lockwood Dr.
Admission: Free
Additional details: E-mail info@communioncooperative.com or call 972-200-7282 for more information
Ears Up Dog Obedience Class
Take the next step in your dog training journey. Join the life skills novice class to learn how to communicate with your dog and teach them skills they need to be an integrated part of the family. Once that training is complete you and your pup can advance to the advanced rally class where you will work on proofing foundation behaviors from the previous class and add many more challenges and distractions.
Time: 6:15-7:15 p.m. (Life Skills Novice), 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Advanced Rally) - Classes run through Aug. 26.
Classes take place every Wednesday
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $35 daily drop-in fee
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #52217 (Life Skills Novice)
Activity #52216 (Advanced Rally)
July 8
Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection
“Groundbreakers” brings together artists who played with materiality, space and performance in postwar Japan and Korea after the 1950s. This exhibition is organized by The University of Texas at Dallas in collaboration with The Dallas Museum of Art.
Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)
Exhibit runs through July 26
Location: Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Athenaeum, Dallas Museum of Art Gallery
777 Loop Rd. SW
Admission: Free
Additional details: Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection
July 9
T(h)inker Thursdays – Louise Nevelson Sculptures
Learn about American sculptor Louise Nevelson and her monumental monochromatic works of art, then make your own upcycled sculpture. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for kids ages 9-12 only.
Time: 2-3 p.m. (July 9)
Location: Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit Youth Services in person to register
Additional details: T(h)inker Thursdays - Louis Nevelson Sculptures
Buggin’ Out
Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center to explore the fascinating world of bugs and invertebrates as you search the wetland for tiny creatures that make the ecosystem tick. You’ll get up and close with some amazing critters and create your own bug-inspired crafts to remember the night.
Time: 6-10 p.m. (July 9)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and younger)
Additional details: Buggin' Out | John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
R.O.V.E.R. Roams!
Join the Richardson Public Library’s outreach van, R.O.V.E.R., for stories, crafts, games and discovery in the park. On the second Thursday of each month, weather permitting, the van will pop up at Huffhines Park with free fun for kids and families.
Time: 4-5 p.m. (July 9)
Location: Huffhines Park, 300 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: R.O.V.E.R. Roams!
July 10
CityLine Night Market + Live Music
The CityLine Night Market returns on the second Friday of each month through December. Discover more than 30 booths featuring handmade and vintage goods, enjoy live music while you shop and soak in the atmosphere with friends and family.
Time: 6-10 p.m. (July 10)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine Night Market + Live Music
“What She’s Having” - Presented by Tasha Studios
“What She’s Having” dives into the messy, unspoken realities of modern relationships – where feelings aren’t always clear, intentions aren’t always honest and loyalty is constantly tested. Through sharp dialogue, layered storytelling and unexpected turns, this play peels back the surface to reveal the truth behind connection, heartbreak and everything we don’t say out loud.
Time: 7 p.m. (July 10-12), 3 p.m. (July 11-12)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr.
Admission: $53-$80
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center
Table Tennis Beginners Class
This beginner table tennis program is for children who want to learn table tennis while having fun and taking a break from their studies on weekdays. Each session involves different fundamental techniques. The group lessons allow the students to participate in games and competition. In addition to physical and mental benefits, the training provides an opportunity for students to learn how to deal with competition and cope with both winning and losing.
Time: 5-6 p.m. every Friday (July 10-31)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $20, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #50767
July 11
Summer Cookout Recipe Exchange
Join the Richardson Public Library to celebrate the joy of food by sharing summer-themed recipes and partaking of food. Whether grilled, broiled or baked entree, side or dessert; all dishes are welcome. Bring your favorite summertime recipe (and a sample dish if you would like, though it is not required) and share with fellow chefs. This program is for adults.
Time: 1-2 p.m. (July 11)
Location: Spring Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Summer Cookout Recipe Exchange
Foodie Fun with Jory John
Jory John’s yummy Food Group characters have come off the page and out of the pantry. Join the Richardson Public Library for loads of crafts and engaging foodie fun. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for kids ages 3 and older.
Time: 3-4:30 p.m. (July 11)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free
Additional details: Foodie Fun with Jory John
Sixtiesmania “A Journey Through the Sixties”
Sixtiesmania performs “A Journey Through the Sixties,” an all-encompassing celebration of the iconic musical sixties. Sixtiesmania takes audiences on a thrilling musical roller coaster from the Beach Boys to British invasion, and everything in between including the California sound, Carnaby Steet, the Vietnam tour-of-duty, Flower Power, Woodstock and so much more.
Time: 7:30 p.m. (July 11)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr.
Admission: $58.50-$95.50
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center
To Be Like Me
To Be Like Me’s mission is to encourage empathy, kindness and compassion through an interactive lecture led by people living with disabilities. Attend this unique and educational experience in honor of National Disability Independence Day. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for all ages.
Time: 2-3 p.m. (July 11)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: To Be Like Me
Richardson Urban Naturalist: Wildlife Presentation
Beat the summer heat and attend a special interactive wildlife experience as Wild Things Zoofari brings the zoo right to you indoors at the Huffhines Recreation Center. Participants will meet a variety of live animals from around the world, which may include lemurs, kangaroos, toucans and even Flower the skunk.
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (July 11)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: $10 per child (Each child must be registered. Parents are free to attend and do not need to register.)
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #52992
July 12
Disc Golf at Breckinridge Park
Play a round (or two) of disc golf at Breckinridge Park. The disc golf course of 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
July 13
Sip & Script Modern Calligraphy
Come out to CityLine to learn about modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink. The workshop will cover all the basics.
Time: 4:30-6 p.m. (July 13)
Location: Good Union Urban BBQ at CityLine, 1150 State St.
Admission: $65, tickets required
Additional details: CLASS SERIES: Sip & Script Modern Calligraphy
UT Dallas Hosts Summer Chess Camps for Kids and Teens – Registration Open
Children and teens ages 8-17 can learn chess or perfect existing skills. Classes are small with a low student-to-teacher ratio and students grouped by ability, age, experience and instructor assessment.
Time: 9:30 a.m.-noon or 1:30-4 p.m.
July 13-17 (session 1), July 20-24 (session 2), July 27-31 (session 3)
Location: UT Dallas Founders Hall, 800 W. Campbell Rd.
Admission: $420/session
Additional details: Summer Camps | Chess Program | UT Dallas
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 (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 #53075 (July 13-16)
July 14
Everyday Essential Oils for Health
Essential oils are enjoyable, versatile and natural products with a multitude of uses beyond their scents alone. Discover the basics of how essential oils support health and learn how to build your own essential oil kit.
Time: 10 a.m. (July 14)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
July 15
Mega-Math Meetup
Join the Richardson Public Library for an hour of come-and-go math action. Share your love of Hot Wheels, LEGO, Magna-Tiles and other cool math-based activities. Who knew math could be so much fun? This program is for ages 6-8 years old.
Time: 3-4 p.m. (July 15)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free ticket required, tickets available at the Teen Help Desk at 2:45 p.m. the day of the program
Additional details: Mega-Math Meetup
CityLine: Whole Foods Market 5’N Wine Social Run Club
Join the community run club that pairs miles with mingling. Meet fellow runners, joggers and walkers on the first and third Wednesday through October for an energizing evening at CityLine.
Time: meet on the patio before 6:30 p.m. (July 15)
Location: Whole Foods CityLine, 1411 E. Renner Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Whole Foods Market 5 ’N Wine Run Club at CityLine
iPhone Connections and Internet Basics Made Simple
Learn how your iPhone connects with Wi-Fi, cellular data and Bluetooth, and how to browse the internet safely. Learn what each connection does and when to use it so your phone works when you need it.
Time: 2:30 p.m. (July 15)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $10, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Litter Cleanup in Richardson
Join the Sigma Alpha Epsilon and One Earth One Chance, in partnership with the City of Richardson, to keep the parks clean, protect wildlife and build a healthier community. Volunteers will help pick up the litter around Breckinridge Park with grabbers and gloves. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 8-10 a.m. (July 18)
Location: Breckinridge Park, near the woods and pavilion area
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Park Cleanup in Richardson — One Earth One Chance
Dive-In Movie – “A Minecraft Movie”
Bring out the whole family to experience the pool after dark and watch “A Minecraft Movie.”
Time: Begins at sunset (~ 8:35 p.m.) - (July 24)
Location: Heights Family Aquatic Center, 709 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $6 online, $10 at the gate
Children 3 and younger are free
Additional details: Summer Movie Series
Adaptive Summer Adult Venture Days
This is the perfect opportunity for adults with special needs to venture out from home during the summer to explore new activities outdoors and indoors to help increase their cognitive, physical and social skills all while having fun in a group setting.
Time: 1-6 p.m. (July 24)
Location: Perot Museum
Admission: $30
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #51773
Christmas in July Cookie Decorating Workshop – Register by July 21
Celebrate the holiday season early at the this festive cookie decorating workshop. In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop, you will decorate six cookies using four icing colors while learning essential decorating techniques. The class will cover baking basics along with foundational royal icing skills like piping, flooding and adding detailed finishing touches. No experience is needed and all supplies will be provided.
Time: 9 a.m. (July 25)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $50 plus a $15 supply fee due to instructor the day of class, registration required
Must register by July 21
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information
Richardson Disc Golf Tournament – Registration Open
Register to participate in Richardson’s Disc Golf Tournament. There will be one round consisting of 18 holes. In partnership with Innova Disc Golf, there will also be prizes for top winners in both divisions and player packs.
Time: 7:30 a.m. (check-in begins), 8:30 a.m. (tee-time) - (Aug. 1)
Location: Breckinridge Park Complex C, 3555 Brand Rd.
Admission: $30 per player, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
E-mail Ashley Wakefield at Ashley.Wakefield@cor.gov for more information
Activity #53103
All-Star Hip-Hop Cheer
Join the All-Star Hip-Hop Cheer Pom Squad and get dancing. Kids will learn sharp motions, dynamic dance moves and pom routines packed with spirit and style. Confidence, teamwork and fun take center stage as your star shines bright on the floor.
Time: 4:45-5:30 p.m. (Aug. 3-24)
Classes take place every Monday
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $45
Additional details: Activity search | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #52867 (Aug. 3-24)