Upcoming at the Eisemann Center
Singer, songwriter, music scholar and Setar (traditional Persian lute) player Mohsen Namjoo seamlessly blends Classical Persian music and scales and Persion Avaz (singing) with electric guitar, rock and blues vocal techniques. As he fuses the ancient with the current, his unique style of singing and effortless mixture of music from east and west has made him an iconic persona in contemporary world music.
Upcoming at UT Dallas
The following events are coming up at UT Dallas.
“The Great Gatsby” Radio Play Next Weekend at RCT
A fully immersive theatrical experience—set in 1925 in a vintage radio studio that has a “live studio audience” (you), the production brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic story to life like you’ve never experienced it before.
Area State Parks Host Holiday Events
State parks and historic sites all across Texas, including some within an hour of Richardson, are offering numerous holiday events this season.
Selecting/Caring for Natural Holiday Trees
If you’re planning to buy a natural Christmas tree from a local tree lot or cut-your-own farm, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has helpful information online regarding the differences between types of trees, how to care for a natural tree after you bring it home, and how to buy a tree so that it can be planted in your landscape after the new year.
Jobs
The City of Richardson is now hiring for the following positions.
Pet of the Week
Meet Raven! This 3-year-old pitbull mix has been with us since July 9, and she’s ready for a fresh start. Raven was treated for heartworms and is now on the path to a healthy, happy life. She’s sweet, friendly with people and would love to be the only dog in a home where she can be your one and only. If you’re looking for a loyal companion, come meet Raven—she just might be your perfect match!
Renovated Animal Shelter Opens
The newly renovated Richardson Animal Shelter officially opened this week. Thanks to the voter-approved 2021 Bond Program, the Shelter, located at 1330 Columbia Dr., now features a brand-new main entrance, updated façade, expanded staff offices, a refreshed staff break area, additional storage rooms and updated staff and public restrooms.
Parks, Drainage Projects Reviewed for Possible 2026 Bond Election
Parks and Engineering staff presented candidate projects for a possible 2026 bond election at Monday’s City Council meeting.
City Council Adopts Updated Rules of Order and Procedure
The City Council passed a resolution at Monday’s City Council meeting adopting new City Council Rules of Order and Procedure, after reviewing proposed language updates discussed at their Oct. 20 work session.