Altrusa Scholarship Applications Open Today
Altrusa International of Richardson began accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program today (Friday, Jan. 2). The program is open to high school seniors planning to attend universities/colleges, community colleges or vocational training programs in the United States.
Street Repair Work to Impact Waterview Drive between Belt Line and Arapaho
In two phases, first the bike lanes of northbound and southbound Waterview Drive between Belt Line Road and Arapaho Road and next the inside lanes (travel lanes) of northbound and southbound Waterview Drive in the same area, may be closed to traffic daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. as concrete replacement takes place.
City’s Annual Photo Contest Begins Next Friday Morning
The City’s annual photo contest opens next Friday, Jan. 9, with entries accepted through Sunday, Jan. 25. Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department, the contest is open to both residents and nonresidents, and is divided into three competition groups (Student, Amateur Adult and Proficient Adult).
At the Library: Adult Winter Reading Challenge Kick-Off Event Tomorrow
Adults—start the year by accepting the Library’s Challenge! Sign up beginning Jan. 3 on Beanstack, then read 1,200 minutes (just 20 per day) by Feb. 28 to win a gift bag and other prizes while supplies last.
At the Library: “Wednesdays @ 11: Building Buddies” Next Wednesday
Children ages 2-5 build social and motor skills through play. Explore a variety of building toys each month, including Duplo bricks, Magna-Tiles, Kaleido Gears, and more! (To avoid mix-ups, please do not bring personal building toys).
Upcoming at the Eisemann Center
The following events are coming up at the Eisemann Center.
“Anything Goes” Continues through Sunday at Repertory Company Theatre
With a deck full of Cole Porter’s greatest hits—including “You’re the Top,” “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “Friendship” and the showstopping title number—this Broadway classic is a crowd-pleasing voyage for the whole family.
“Cease the Grease” Continues through Monday
Help our water system stay clog-free (and save yourself hundreds of dollars in plumbing bills) by avoiding pouring leftover holiday cooking oil and grease down the drain. Instead, bring it to the City’s temporary cooking oil/grease drop-off site through Monday, Jan. 5 at the Municipal Service Center.
Water Your Landscape and Other Things to Do Before a Freeze
Unpredictable temperatures in a typical North Texas winter may be confounding to new residents and anyone struggling to keep a landscape looking good—but free advice from local horticulture experts is just a click away.
Richardson’s 2026 State of the City to take place Jan. 28
City of Richardson Leaders will deliver the 2026 State of the City Address, themed “Innovation in Every Direction.” The event will highlight historic infrastructure investments, economic growth, education partnerships, community vitality initiatives, financial...