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Library Card Design Contests Open
Richardson residents of all ages will have an opportunity to showcase their creativity and help design a future library card as the Richardson Public Library launches two art contests—one for adults ages 19 and older and another for children and teens ages 3-18—with...
DART Light Rail, TRE to Temporarily Increase Service Beginning Monday
DART riders will see more frequent train service and expanded rail capacity this summer as Dallas Area Rapid Transit implements temporary service enhancements to support increased travel demand associated with FIFA World Cup 26™ activities in North Texas. From...
Lane, Street Closures Near Campbell Road/Lakeside Affects Access to Eastside Development
The right lane of eastbound Campbell Rd extended 300 ft west of Lakeside Boulevard, as well as the entire Lakeside Boulevard driveway leading into the Eastside development, may be closed to traffic at all times while the Lakeside driveway is replaced. Both eastbound...
The IQ® Brew is Back Next Thursday
Richardson IQHQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.Admission: Free, RSVP requested here Thursday, June 118:30-10 a.m. (networking 8:30 a.m., presentation at 9 a.m.) Enjoy a cup of coffee while learning from guest speaker Jane Wigginton, MD, Chief Medical Officer at...
Blackland Prairie Raptors LIVE Tomorrow
COR Council Chamber, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Ste. 525Admission: Free, no registration or ticket requiredSaturday, June 63-4 p.m. At this Library-sponsored event, watch real raptors of different species and sizes in live demonstrations of their capabilities!...
Grammy-winning Duo “123 Andrés” Performs Tuesday Night
COR Council Chamber, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Ste. 525Admission: Free ticket required (available at Teen Help Desk beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday)Tuesday, June 97-8 p.m. Back by popular demand, Grammy-winning music duo “123 Andrés” (a.k.a. Andrés and Christina)...
At the Eisemann Center
RCAS Annual Juried Art Show Continues through June“First Friday” Reception TonightForrest and Virginia Greene Mezzanine Gallery Admission: Free Through June 27 Free Reception tonight, Friday, June 5, 6-8 p.m. Regular exhibit hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and...
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Arts Grant Applications Now Open
The City of Richardson will again offer arts grants to area arts organizations for the coming...
Arts Grant Applications Open Monday
The City of Richardson will again offer arts grants to area arts organizations for the coming...
Live Music All Day in The CORE/Lockwood Neighborhood Tomorrow
Oak Highlands Brewery, 500 Lockwood Dr.Admission: FreeSaturday, May 30 Noon-11...
“First Thursday Drum Circle” in The CORE/Interurban Neighborhood Next Week
Four Bullets Brewery, 640 N. Interurban St.Cost: Free, no RSVP requiredThursday, June 47-9...
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Richardson Named in Top 20 “Best Places to Live”
For the seventh year in a row, Richardson has been named a Top 20 “Best City to Live in America” by Niche, a Pennsylvania-based company...
CORE District Development Part of Private-Public Partnership
HSR and Tokyu Land Corporation Break Ground on 281-Unit Multifamily Community in Richardson, Texas The project is scheduled to be...
Developer Receives Award for Belt & Main
Catalyst Urban Development was recognized this week with the 2026 Innovation in Development Practice Award for the Belt & Main project, at the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Impact Awards held this week.
Richardson Economic Development Department Receives TEDC Award
The Richardson Economic Development Department has received the 2025 Economic Excellence Recognition Award from the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC). The Council’s Economic Excellence Recognition program highlights economic development organizations across the state that meet a desired threshold of professionalism, based on the professional development of their governing board or council, as well as the economic development director and professional staff.
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“The Beauty of Biodiversity” Tomorrow
Join North Texas Master Naturalists, Chrissy and Sean Cortez-Mathis, to discover how native plants can transform an ordinary yard into a vibrant habitat that supports wildlife while creating a beautiful, lower-maintenance landscape. Sponsored by the Richardson Public Library in conjunction with Richardson Reads One Book. For adults and teens.
NCTCOG Offers Grilling and Gathering Advice for Cleaner Air
Hosting a Memorial Day picnic? Outdoor gatherings can be both enjoyable and environmentally friendly with this advice from the North Central Texas Council of Governments’ Air North Texas division:
City Hosts Sustainable Gardening Workshop is Tomorrow; Spots Still Available
Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.Cost: Free (Registration required; click here to register)Saturday, May 1610 a.m. Led by Dr. Kevin L. Dillard, this workshop provides participants with a comprehensive introduction to...
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City prepares for Winter Weather
City crews are monitoring roads as freezing rain, sleet, and snow move through the area. Our Public Services team has 1,400 cubic yards of sand and 18 spreader units ready to treat bridges, overpasses, and major intersections. There are three 24-hour warming centers...
Meet 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest Winner: Lucy Mann
Entries for the City’s Annual “Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest” and the “Black History Month: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion” Art Contest are now being accepted. Both contests are open to students who live in Richardson or attend school within the city....
Adaptive Night at Santa’s Village
Thursday night, Santa’s Village transformed into a quieter, more comfortable holiday experience for families who benefit from a sensory-friendly celebration. Adaptive Night is designed for children and adults with disabilities to enjoy the magic of the season without...