Traffic Shift Scheduled for Monday Near Aldridge Elementary
Northbound traffic on Custer Parkway from Pleasant Valley Lane to Renner Road will be shifted back to the northbound lanes beginning Monday, Aug. 11. Northbound traffic was shifted to the southbound lanes in May so waterline work could take place as part of Phase 3 of the Custer Parkway Improvement Project.
RROB Author Luncheon at UT Dallas Set for Sept. 17; Tickets on Sale Monday
Join Richardson Reads One Book (RROB) for the annual Author Luncheon and Book Signing, this year featuring Rowan Jacobsen, author of the 2025 RROB selection, “Wild Chocolate.”
City Golf Championship is Aug. 16-17; Sign-ups End Next Wednesday
The Richardson City Championship tees off next Saturday morning with an individual stroke play format over five flights plus a senior division. Sign up by Aug. 13 at the Sherrill Park golf pro shop in person or by calling 972-234-1416.
Creative Community Circle Tomorrow Afternoon
Come gather around a big table and craft alongside other artists/creatives/crafters! Bring your latest art, craft, sewing or other creative project (including digital) to work on and/or learn how to make an easy, upcycled craft of the month using repurposed materials. This month’s craft is a one-of-a-kind magnet. For adults and teens.
Teen Program: Candy Sushi (Chocolate Edition) Tomorrow Afternoon
Learn to craft delicious sushi masterpieces using sweet ingredients like Rice Krispies treats, melted chocolate and various candies. For teens ages 13-18 only.
Upcoming at the Eisemann Center
The Eisemann Center is in the midst of its annual refresh. Every summer for 2-3 weeks, events are put on hold as the entire Eisemann Center staff deep clean, tighten up, repair and refresh the building and its contents.
“Be My Baby” Opens Tonight at RTC
In this 2005 romantic comedy by Ken Ludwig, we meet John, an irascible Scotsman, and Maude, an uptight English woman, both in their late 50s and who despise each other but come together when his ward marries her niece.
Bicycle Coalition Helps Clean Up Galatyn Nature Preserve
Volunteers from the Richardson Bicycle Coalition cleaned up trash in Galatyn Nature Preserve last weekend, as part of the City’s Community & Corporate Environmental Cleanup Program. The group, assisted by members from Richardson “Pickup and Pints” Community Cleanup, filled several large bags with trash and recyclables.
Jobs
The City of Richardson is hiring for the following positions.
Pet of the Week
Meet Sky, a sweet 5-year-old mixed breed who brings joy to everyone she meets. Known for her friendly demeanor, Sky loves to be around people, making her a perfect companion. She enjoys playful activities and is always eager to please, showing her affectionate nature. Sky would thrive in a loving home where she can share her boundless love and enthusiasm for life.