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National Library Week Observed 

National Library Week Observed 

The Richardson Public Library is celebrating National Library Week this week (April 6-12) by exploring the national theme of “Drawn to the Library.” Drawing/coloring stations have been set up throughout the Library, and local cartoonist Andy Hirsch was a special guest...

Library Announces New Offerings, Reports on Past Fiscal Year 

Library Announces New Offerings, Reports on Past Fiscal Year 

In conjunction with National Library Week, Richardson Public Library staff gave a presentation at Monday’s City Council work session which included statistics on Library services in FY 2024 and news about upcoming 2025 events.    More than 232,000 people...

Richardson’s Legislative Priorities Discussed 

Richardson’s Legislative Priorities Discussed 

With the 89th Texas Legislative Session less than 55 days away from closing (bill filing deadline was March 14), City staff gave an update to the City Council at Monday’s work session regarding the status of key bills that municipalities are watching closely. More...

City Council Candidate Forum Wednesday Night 

City Council Candidate Forum Wednesday Night 

The League of Women Voters of Richardson is holding a Richardson City Council candidate forum Wednesday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in the Eisemann Center’s Bank of America Theatre, 2351 Performance Dr. The forum is for the candidates in the May 3 election that are running...

Lane Closures on Renner Expected Just East of Custer Parkway

Lane Closures on Renner Expected Just East of Custer Parkway

The right and center lanes of eastbound Renner Road extended 1,000 feet east of Custer Parkway may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily as utility work takes place. The work is expected to be complete by late April. 

Utility Work on Jupiter to Close Two Lanes South of Arapaho

Utility Work on Jupiter to Close Two Lanes South of Arapaho

The left and center lanes of southbound Jupiter Road between Arapaho Road and Russwood Lane may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for manhole replacement. The work is expected to wrap up by late April.   www.cor.net/projects

“Eggstravaganza” is Saturday 

“Eggstravaganza” is Saturday 

Breckinridge Park Pavilions (Lot C), 2794 Brand Rd.Fee: $10 per resident child; $12/nonresident child (registration link: click here)Saturday, April 1210 a.m.-1 p.m.   Bring a basket and join us for the City of Richardson Eggstravaganza! This is not...

Watercolor Doodle on Monday 

Watercolor Doodle on Monday 

Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd.Fee: $22 (registration link: click here)Monday, April 1410-11:30 a.m.   Enjoy a stress-free watercolor class while listening to relaxing music. The print is already on the 11x14 watercolor pad and all...

Summer Camp Counselor Hiring Fair Next Saturday 

Summer Camp Counselor Hiring Fair Next Saturday 

Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.Admission: FreeSaturday, April 198 a.m.-1 p.m.   The City of Richardson’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for a fun-filled summer and is seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to serve as...

NASA Astro Camp Tomorrow 

NASA Astro Camp Tomorrow 

City Council Chamber, City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd. Ste. 525Admission: Free (no registration required)Saturday, April 122:30-4 p.m.   Expand your knowledge of space and astronomy concepts by engaging with a variety of hands-on NASA science mission...