What’s Inside Published by the City of Richardson www.cor.net — 972-744-4104 March 2020, Vol. 32, No. 6 Progress made, but work remains on storm recovery

Driving down most Richardson streets would not leave you with the impression that this is a community on the mend. However, that is not the case for many people living in neighbor- hoods that were in the path of last October’s tornado. For people in southeast Richardson, the impact of the tornado is still evidenced by the remains of destroyed homes, missing trees Richardson Maintains and debris left on properties still waiting for in- Triple A Ratings surance claims to be settled. These are areas where recovery work continues daily and the Page 5 City continues to work with residents to ensure The City of Richardson has the process goes as smooth as possible. maintained the highest credit David Auren lives in one of those areas. A rating from Moody’s and S&P. Richland Park resident, he took shelter in a closet with his wife and small child shortly be- fore the tornado passed over his house. “I came out and saw that my entire kitchen roof was gone and everything was on the floor,” Photo taken last month of a home in the tornado impact area. he said. “It was like a movie. Two minutes be- fore I was outside pulling in my car and within a the building inspection staff is offering express hopes to be moved back in by the end of the second the entire neighborhood changed. Trees permitting, waiving building permit and water summer. were down all over and cars were flipped.” reconnection fees and inspecting properties at “In about a year or year and a half from now, The recovery process is different for every night and on weekends when necessary. it will all pay off. It is an investment,” Auren storm, but based on similar storms in communi- Auren and his family are living in a rental said. “Thank God nobody got hurt. All of the ties such as Garland and Rowlett, it is expected house while working to repair their residence. damage is material and everything is replace- that debris will remain visible for at least the One thing he said he did not anticipate was the able. Be patient and at the end of the day, this next year as property owners work with their amount of work it takes to deal with insurance neighborhood, once it is rebuilt, will be stronger banks and insurance companies. The City is companies, banks and contractors. While he is financially and the community connections that working with property owners on a one-on- still waiting to receive the insurance settlement were created through the tornado have been in- one basis to answer any questions they might and necessary permits in order to begin con- credible.” have and offer assistance where needed, and struction, he is trying to remain positive and 2020 Census Mailed this Month Network a key partner Ribbon cutting is held Page 4 Be on the lookout for the 2020 in disaster recovery for Spring Valley Road Census that will be arriving in mailboxes this month. Make sure to fill it out and send it in.

Camps and Swimming In 2016, City leaders posed a “Because the residents of this A ceremonial ribbon cutting Rec Guide question to local nonprofit Net- city and the area that we serve are was held last month to cele- work of Community Ministries: so generous, I didn’t have to say brate the end of work on the Inside If the City ever faces a disaster, no to anyone,” said Network CEO Spring Valley Road Rehabilita- could Network help with recovery Cindy Shafer in a presentation last tion Project. The ribbon cutting efforts after the City’s initial emer- month to the City Council. was attended by representa- gency response? The answer was a Churches and other community tives from not only the City of resounding yes, and with a Disas- organizations brought large checks Richardson, but also the City’s ter Relief Partnership formalized in within an hour of receiving a call partners on the project: Dallas 2017, Network staff were FEMA from Shafer; residents donated County, the City of Dallas and certified and ready for the Oct. 20, money as well as clothing, food the North Central Texas Coun- 2019 tornado. Amidst a power out- and furniture. More than 360 new cil of Governments. age (Network offices are located volunteers joined Network’s 250 The project began in sum- near what was the EF-3 tornado’s regular weekly volunteers, with mer 2017 and spanned a path), staff members were hard at some staying on after the emer- stretch of West Spring Valley work the next morning strategizing gency needs subsided. Road from Coit Road to Weath- with the City, working to save Net- Assistance ranged from meals erred/Goldmark Drive. The work’s Food Pantry perishables and and groceries for people who were work included the replacement preparing to send trucks and vol- without power to broader services of two bridges, the repair of Spring Valley Road and adjacent sidewalks, unteers into neighborhoods armed for those whose homes were un- intersection improvements, and traffic signal upgrades that integrated with bottles of water and Network inhabitable, including clothing with the City’s Intelligent Transportation System. fliers. Over the next four months, (“Many people came to us in their The project was consistent with the City Council’s goal of reinvesting more than 1,000 people affected pajamas, and that’s all they had,” in infrastructure. The West Spring Valley Corridor, which stretches from by the tornado received help from said Shafer); hotel rooms (for 57 Coit Road east to US 75, is one of six focal areas for redevelopment iden- Network, 610 adults and 395 chil- families—the City initially pro- tified by the City Council with the adoption of the City’s comprehensive dren, comprising 341 families. vided the rooms for about a week plan in 2009. Two of the other areas, Main Street east of US 75 and East . . . continued on page 5 Collins/Arapaho, are also currently undergoing rehabilitation work. Page 2 Richardson Today, March 2020 Voting information for March 3 Primary Election “Vote Centers’’ available to Dallas County residents The Dallas County Elections Department has changed the way voting takes place in Dallas County on One of the most challenging Election Day, with new voting equipment and countywide vote centers. nights in our city’s history occurred Richardson residents who live in Dallas County may vote in the March 3 Primary Election at any poll- last October when a tornado struck ing location in the county, not just at an assigned precinct. The early voting sites will also serve the southern portion of Richard- as Election Day polling locations, including the Richardson City Hall/Civic Center at 411 W. son. Thousands of residents in Arapaho Rd. the tornado’s path suffered dam- Richardson residents who live in Collin County may vote in the March 3 Primary Election at any of the age to their property, with some Collin County Election Day vote centers. losing nearly everything. With the Polling hours March 3 are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. amount of damage that occurred, City of Richardson Dallas County Collin County we were very fortunate that no one 972-744-4290 469-627-8683 972-547-1990 was seriously injured or killed. www.cor.net/election www.DallasCountyVotes.org www.collincountytx.gov/elections The city remains committed to doing everything within our power NTMWD is conducting annual to ease the burden residents face during the recovery process and get the affected neighborhoods chlorine maintenance through March 30 back to normal as soon as possible. Mayor The North Texas Municipal During the annual maintenance water remains safe for use. Con- As people begin to rebuild their Water District (NTMWD) is con- period, NTMWD suspends adding sumers who are sensitive to taste Paul Voelker homes, our building inspection [email protected] ducting its annual chlorine main- ammonia and uses only chlorine to and odor changes in drinking water staff is working extended hours to tenance in its water treatment keep water disinfected as it travels might notice a slight change dur- get properties inspected in a timely process through March 30. The through pipes. According to the ing this period, however this does manner, even if that means work- Looking forward, I know Rich- annual, routine change is neces- U.S. Environmental Protection not alter the quality of the drinking ing after hours or on weekends. sary to maintain the regional sys- Agency, this temporary conversion water. ardson will make a full recovery. I We are also expediting construc- know this because I saw the way tem and year-round water quality. is a common practice. There are simple steps to mini- tion permitting and waiving water The maintenance is a critical During the maintenance pe- mize taste, odor or skin sensitivi- our residents came together in the reconnection and building permit days following the storm. When part of the water treatment pro- riod, the cities and districts served ties, including placing a pitcher of fees for tornado-damaged proper- cess that keeps drinking water free by NTMWD may help move the water in the refrigerator overnight people needed help clearing their ties. property, there was someone there of harmful microorganisms, such chlorine-disinfected water through or adding a slice of citrus to the I get asked often how long it as parasites and viruses. Normally, the system by flushing water from water. Adding a crushed 1,000 mg to haul brush and debris. When will take until Richardson is fully Network of Community Minis- a two-step process first treats the fire hydrants. The combination of vitamin C tablet to bath water will recovered and the damaged and water at the treatment plant and converting to chlorine disinfectant remove the chlorine. tries put out the call for donations, destroyed houses are rebuilt. Un- hundreds of people responded then chloramine disinfectant and flushing the pipes helps main- For more information, visit fortunately, this is not a quick (chlorine + ammonia) is added to tain the system. www.NTMWD.com/safewater or with clothing and food. Richard- process. Our neighbors in Gar- son is a strong community, and we maintain water quality on its jour- The maintenance does not in- www.cor.net/chlorine. land and Rowlett told us that it ney through the miles of pipes to crease the amount of chlorine or will emerge from this stronger than took 12-18 months for some parts ever. homes and businesses. affect the water quality and the of their cities to recover from the Christmas Eve 2015 tornados, and there is no reason to expect our re- covery timeline will be much dif- Sincerely, ferent. While it may appear that not much is happening with some properties, I ask that you please be patient as people work through the Paul Voelker recovery and rebuilding process. Mayor

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SECOND FLOOR EVACUATION DO NOT HAVE A PLAN TO GO TO IF YOU SHELTER IN If there is a fire and you are OPEN AN INTERIOR ROOM ON BATHTUB, USE A unable to exit the second WINDOWS. THE LOWEST LEVEL. MATTRESS AS COVER. floor of the house: • Close the door to the room. STAY AWAY FROM WINDOWS, CORNERS, • Place material at the DOORS AND OUTSIDE WALLS. base of the door like a blanket to keep smoke out. • Call 911 from the room via landline or cell phone. • Open the window and EVACUATION PLAN: FIRE start waving a white or bright object, like a shirt or pillowcase, while yelling for help. • The first arriving fire fighters will do a “360” assessment around the perimeter of the house. One of SMOKE DETECTORS the things they look Have one inside and for are victims outside of all sleeping trapped and needing areas. Know what your rescue. smoke alarm sounds like!

O ICE GET OUT, STAY OUT If your smoke detector starts beeping • Get out quickly PRIMARY PLAN • Crawl low under smoke ESCAPE LADDER SECONDARY PLAN • Once out, STAY out An escape ladder may be • Go to your meeting used to evacuate a second MEETING floor room but be sure to PLACE place • Call 911 from a safe place practice with it to limit the possibility of injury. CHOOSE A MEETING PLACE EXIT DRILLS IN THE HOME A neighbor’s house is the best PLAN with your whole family. PRACTICE at least option and increases the twice a year. PREPARE two ways out and likelihood that a 911 call will be designate a meeting place. made. Other meeting place options are TEST EVERY DOOR BEFORE YOU OPEN IT Check the door and door knob with the back of a tree or a mailbox away from your hand. If it is hot, use a second way out. the house. Page 4 Richardson Today, March 2020 Nine properties receive Revitalization Award

Nine projects were recognized in February as part of the 25th annual Community Revitalization Awards program. The program allows the City to thank property owners who have completed revitalization projects having a significant, positive impact on their property and the surrounding area. The judging committee included Mayor Pro Tem Janet DePuy, Council Member Mark Solomon, City Plan Commissioners Stephen Springs and Gwen Walraven, and Andrea Young representing the Chamber of Commerce. Visit www.cor.net/CRA for more information. Properties that received an award are:

McCarthy Residence Boyer Residence 2809 Tam O’Shanter Ln. Rivera Residence 414 Crestover Cir. This late 1960s Canyon Creek home received renovations 520 Sheffield Dr. This Canyon Creek rebuild features a porch with a standing that remedied years of disrepair. Improvements included The exterior of this Richland Park home had a tired 1970s seam metal roof. Planting beds with grasses and low shrubs replacing exterior siding and Austin stone with siding and vibe with angled cedar dovetail siding and old warped Ma- flank the concrete block walkway leading to the brick porch, EFIS, a new front door and new energy efficient windows. A sonite soffits, and very little lighting. The new exterior design with new and established trees completing the front yard standing seam metal roof porch takes the place of an over- includes new yellow pine v-board cladding stained in a soft landscaping. grown pergola. New native plants and landscaping round pecan and trimmed with a black tower and architectural de- out the improvements. tailed panels.

Jolly Residence 1227 Cherokee Dr. Messer Residence Windham Residence This 1960s Reservation neighborhood ranch was renovated 325 Sutton Pl. 908 Creekdale Dr. to add a second floor, utilizing gables to add a more dra- A rebuild in Canyon Creek, this corner lot home features a This late 1950s Arapaho Heights home was revitalized, re- matic look. A new front porch, along with a fire pit area in wraparound porch with standing seam metal roof, wood ceiving a significant facelift. The renovation includes new the front flower bed add places to gather with friends and columns and multiple ceiling fans. The concrete stairs and gables and a roofline with modern dormers. The front yard neighbors. Drought and foot friendly Zeon Zoysia grass, red walkway lead up to the home with new landscaping beds includes a wide stepped walkway from the street, new land- maple and redbud trees, and colorful perennials and feather and trees throughout the front yard. scaping and the preservation of established trees. grasses mixed in with azaleas updated the landscaping.

Napier Residence Z Constructors Langham Residence 1226 Cheyenne Dr. 201 W. Kaufman St. 1235 Seminole Dr. A rebuild in the Reservation neighborhood, this new home Originally built in 1980 as an auto repair/service facility, the This Reservation rebuild features shake gables, a standing features a large, full-depth front porch, operable shutters, building housed a number of other industrial/warehouse seam covered porch with classic columns and awnings over and farmhouse board and batten along the second story. uses over the years. The property currently serves as the the front-facing garages. New landscaping complements The front yard includes new landscaping beds along with headquarters for Z Constructors Nationwide, LLC. Building the preservation of existing trees. the preservation of existing trees. improvements include a new “Old Chicago” brick facade with industrial steel accents, custom-fabricated windows, and new focal and security lighting. The site also boasts new Go to: www.cor.net/CRA parking lot paving/striping, lighted flagpoles and water-sen- for additional information, past winners and to submit a nomination for 2020. sitive landscaping.

Census 2020 arrives in mailboxes this month—make sure you are counted Richardson residents will begin This year marks the first time guages with print and video guides Census Bureau employees swear a receiving their invitation to par- that residents can fill out the Cen- available in 59 languages. If you do lifetime oath to protect respondent ticipate in the 2020 Census in sus three ways–online, by phone not have access to the internet to data. It is a felony for any Census mid-March. Conducted every 10 or by filling out the paper form. take the survey online, the Richard- Bureau employee to disclose any years, the Census is used to appor- Every residence will receive a letter son Public Library has a dedicated confidential census information tion representatives for the House with the web address and Census computer for anyone to fill out their during or after employment. of Representatives and determine ID to fill out the form online, as survey (no Library card required). With the option of filling out representation at state and local well as the phone number to call. Confidentiality and Security your survey online, the security of receive data at the local block level levels of government. From the dis- Paper questionnaires are available All responses are confidential the Census Bureau’s IT infrastruc- in mid-2021. Following data analy- tribution of more than $675 billion upon request; and will be mailed to and protected under U.S. Code ture is a top priority, designed to sis by City staff, a Council District annually in federal funds to fore- households if the survey is not filled and the Bureau will never share a defend against and contain cyber- Boundary Commission will review casting future transportation and out online or by phone by mid- respondent’s personal information threats. new boundary options and make a school needs, the importance of the April. If a resident doesn’t respond with other agencies. The results Census Results Timeline recommendation to City Council Census cannot be underestimated. to the Census by the end of May, from any census or survey are re- The U.S. Census Bureau must by mid-2022. At the state level, for every 1 per- a Census taker will visit in person. ported in statistical format only, deliver a report of population Additional information, includ- cent undercount, $300 million in Non-English speakers can fill out with individual records kept confi- counts to the President on or before ing language resources, is available federal funds could be lost. the online form in 13 additional lan- dential for 72 years. In addition, all Dec. 31, 2020. States and cities will at www.cor.net/census. Richardson Today, March 2020 Page 5 City maintains highest credit City offers tree planting assistance, advice rating from Moody’s and S&P While the City’s Code En- For the 11th year in a row, both forcement and Building Inspec- Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s tion staff have been working to credit rating agencies have reaf- help rebuild storm-ravaged areas firmed Richardson’s “Triple A” of Richardson in the brick-and- status, the highest possible rating mortar sense, the Parks and Rec- available for credit worthiness. reation Department is working Richardson has held AAA status “We take pride in managing our to restore the area’s landscapes, from Standard & Poor’s for 13 City finances in a disciplined, ef- both public and private. Richard- years now, and this is the 11th year fective and efficient manner,” said son was designated as a Platinum in a row the City has received an Richardson Mayor Paul Voelker. Scenic City in 2017 by the Sce- Aaa rating from Moody’s. “Our financial position and fiscal nic City Certification Program, in Standard and Poor’s said Rich- management policies have allowed part because of the number and ardson’s “Triple A” rating was us to continue to enhance our resi- quality of trees in its parks, green- based on the City’s, “very strong dents’ quality of life, while deliver- belts and on medians, and close economy, very strong management ing a strong return on investment to 100 of those trees were lost in with strong financial policies and for all stakeholders in the city. This 2019 from both the June and Oc- practices, very strong budgetary recognition, in part, allows us to tober storms. flexibility, strong budgetary perfor- invest in critical areas such as in- “Many of the trees we lost were mance, very strong liquidity, and frastructure and public safety. We older, mature trees, some as large initiative of the City to encourage Five tips from the City’s new ongoing urban design infrastruc- are honored to once again meet the as 20 inches in diameter, and re- replanting efforts on City land tree planting brochure: ture initiatives that will help Rich- highest standards of fiscal respon- placing them will take time,” said through public/private partner- • When selecting a tree, the ardson improve its overall quality sibility by both Standard & Poor’s Superintendent of Parks Shohn ships. trunk flare should be visible of life and have a positive impact and Moody’s.” Rodgers. “The sooner we replant, For replacing trees lost on pri- above the level of the soil in on the community.” This year the City plans to sell though, the sooner we’ll get back vate property, the City has created the container. Moody’s said “The rating re- approximately $47 million in Gen- to where we were.” a brochure full of information on • If you’re replacing a tree, plant the new tree at least six feet flects the city’s relatively large eral Obligation bonds as well as Twenty-five trees were planted how to best select new trees, plant away from the old tree’s loca- and affluent base that is bolstered nearly $14.7 million in Combina- in Cottonwood Park in Novem- them and care for them, as well as tion. by a sizable business district that tion Tax and Revenue Certificates ber, replacing approximately 30 a list of native and well-adapted • Place the root ball on firm soil draws a large daytime population.” of Obligation and just over $15 percent of the Park’s trees lost trees good for our climate. In ad- in the June storm, and Rodgers dition, two free planting/demon- and make sure that the top of Moody’s also praised Richardson’s million of Adjustable Rate Gen- the root ball is level with the noted they are thriving thanks in stration workshops were offered “very strong financial manage- eral Obligation Bonds. The sale surrounding grade. part to Richardson’s rainy winter. Feb. 29, taught by Parks and Rec- ment,” while noting Richardson’s will provide funds for projects ap- • Start pruning your tree one “budgetary flexibility afforded by proved by voters in the 2015 Bond The trees were provided by local reation staff. More information year after planting. the City’s practice of funding capi- Program as well as short- and long- engineering firm Lockwood, An- may be found at www.cor.net/ • Water your tree deeply and tal within the annual budget.” Ad- term capital expenses, including drews and Newnam, Inc. and the plants and www.cor.net/plant- infrequently to promote deep ditionally, Moody’s predicts that information technology, fire and Texas Trees Foundation, and are guide. root growth. “the regional employment base will solid waste equipment and water part of “Richardson Replants,” an continue to diversify and offer sta- and sewer infrastructure. bility to the local economy.” City to mail annual letter for FREE blue bags Residents will receive a letter in the mail this month that can be taken to one Network a key partner of several City facilities to be redeemed for two rolls of 26 blue recycling bags (52 total). Through the Blue Bag Program, homeowners can combine all of their recy- in disaster recovery clable material into one bag and place it out for weekly pickup service. The City . . . continued from page 1 “We had kids crying because recycles all plastics #1-7 (with the exception of Styrofoam), and also collects alu- and then Network took on the they were happy that they could minum, tin, steel, empty aerosol cans, newspapers, mixed paper, paper grocery responsibility); lunch and dinner have something,” recalled Shafer. bags, magazines, catalogs, corrugated cardboard, paperboard/chipboard, junk mail, for two weeks (breakfast was pro- Shafer said the ultimate goal of glass containers (clear and all color glass) and pots and pans. vided by the hotels); pharmacy gift the disaster assistance has been The City of Richardson also provides a drop-off recycling center that is open cards (to help with replacing lost to “transition people into perma- to residents from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. seven days a week. It is located at the Westside medications); and counseling (pro- nency.” Close to 100 tornado-af- Pump Station at 101 N. Cottonwood Dr., near the intersection of Cottonwood vided by The Counseling Place). fected families have received help Drive and Belt Line Road. For more information on the City’s recycling program “People were in shock,” said from Network in securing perma- visit www.cor.net/recycling. Shafer. “We tried to look at every nent housing, 24 families have re- possible thing that they might need ceived moving assistance and 61 Renovation project set to begin at Senior Center during the crisis so they wouldn’t families received household items. In preparation for the upcoming Senior Center renovation have to worry about that anymore.” Fifty families (as of late February) project, the Senior Center will close beginning March 16, with Network coordinated with continue to receive ongoing sup- its programming moved to a variety of local sites, including RISD to secure transportation for port with food, counseling, job the Plaza 1 Methodist Professional Building, 403 W. Camp- schoolchildren to and from the ho- resources or assistance finding bell Rd., Huffhines Recreation Center and Heights Recreation tels, and Network’s “Toyland” also housing. Center. Specific class location and date changes are noted on assisted families, providing toys, For more information about pages 10-11. In addition, Senior Center members are invited games and books to help keep ho- Network of Community Minis- to use the fitness room at Huffhines Recreation Center and/or tel-bound children happy. tries, visit www.thenetwork.org. Heights Recreation Center after March 16 with a Senior Cen- ter membership card (no additional cost). Drop-in activities are anticipated to start at the Plaza 1 Methodist Professional Building location on or before March 30. The renovation, funded primarily by the 2015 Bond Program, will include many interior and exterior im- provements, in areas such as parking/safety, accessibility, activity space and aesthetics. The project is planned for completion in Spring 2021. Charlie Chen Named 2019 Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year honor celebrated Chen’s count- program of its kind in the Dallas startup issues and assist incom- tablish an innovation district in less contributions to Richardson’s area, in recent years. ing foreign companies launching Richardson called the Richard- economic development success Today, he remains highly in- business operations in the city. son Innovation Quarter. For his and award-winning international volved with international busi- Chen also promoted the idea enthusiastic endeavors to ensure business development program. ness recruitment to Richardson that Richardson establish a sci- Richardson’s present and future An immigrant from Taiwan, and has designated space in one ence park in the old heart of the success, the Chamber is ex- Chen opened his first company of his buildings to house Richard- Telecom Corridor® area based tremely pleased to recognize him in Richardson in 1992 and since son’s International Soft-Landing upon his experience growing up as our 2019 Citizen of the Year. then has established himself as Services program. This unique next to a science park in Taiwan. This article was submitted by a successful business owner and program provides expert re- This suggestion helped form part Charles Eisemann, 2001 Citizen entrepreneur. In his work for over sources to ease critical business of the thought process to es- of the Year and Chairman of the 25 years as a community volun- Chamber Board in 2006. teer and as an active Chamber member, he has focused substan- “From the Boardroom” is a re- tial time on promoting Richard- Charlie Chen curring guest column featuring son to international companies. viewpoints from Richardson The Richardson Chamber of He was Chairman of the Cham- Commerce recognized longtime business and civic leaders, pro- ber Board in 2015. He was also duced in cooperation with the community leader Charlie Chen instrumental in helping to es- as its Citizen of the Year at its Richardson Chamber of Com- tablish the Mayor’s Office of merce. Feb. 21 annual meeting. This International Business, the first Page 6 Richardson Today, March 2020 Headliners announced for Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival The Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival’s headlining acts were an- nounced last month. Tickets for the Festival, scheduled for May 15-17 at Galatyn Urban Park, are for sale online. This year’s performers include Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Col- lective Soul, American Authors, The Charlie Daniels Band, Loverboy, Candlebox, Sara Evans, Sister Sledge, The Wailers, DREAMERS, iDK- HOW, Space Oddity, Landsharks, Le Freak, Ryan Shupe & the Rubber- Band, O’Connor Lee Band, Maybe April, The Rich Girls, Megan Tubb & Shady People, and Shelley King. Additional acts will be announced in the future. For tickets, visit www.wildflowerfestival.com. For up-to-date event information, follow Wildflower! on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Headliners include, clockwise from top left, Joan Jett, Col- lective Soul, The Charlie Daniels Band and Ameri- can Authors. This year’s Wildflower! is May 15-17. Calendar

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March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March 3 March 4 March 7, 14, 21, 28 AARP TAX ASSISTANCE 2020 CENSUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FIRST WEDNESDAY BOOK CLUB DIGITAL DROP-IN: GET HELP USING 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Basement Program Room. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Basement Program 2-4 p.m. Second Floor Conference Room. YOUR eREADER 10 a.m.-noon. Second Room. Moderated by Ellen Steger, League of “The Pioneers” by David McCullough pre- Floor Lobby. Women Voters of Richardson. sented by Gyorgyi Szeheagi. Call Tamara at 972-744-4393 for information. March 7 March 7 March 10 March 11 COMPUTER CLASS: MICROSOFT WORD DEWEY KNIT LUNCHTIME LECTURES: AMERICAN SECOND WEDNESDAY BOOKBABBLE 2016 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 10:30 2-4 p.m. First Floor Program Room. Call Jane REVOLUTION, PART 1 11:30 a.m.-12:45 10:30-11:45 a.m. Second Floor Conference a.m.-12:30 p.m. Basement Training Room. at 972-744-4355 for information. p.m. Basement Program Room. Presented Room. “The Gown” by Jennifer Robson. Richardson Public Library card needed to by Richard Cudlipp. Call Janet at 972-744-4352 for information. register. Call 972-744-4359 for information. March 11 March 12 March 13 March 14 MEET THE AUTHOR: MARJORIE DROIDS AND DRUIDS BOOK CLUB GET TECH SAVVY: INSTAGRAM FOR COMPUTER CLASS: GOOGLE DRIVE HERRERA LEWIS “WHEN THE MEN WERE 7:30-8:30 p.m. Second Floor Conference BEGINNERS 10:30-11:30 a.m. Basement BASICS 10:30-11:30 a.m. Basement Train- GONE” 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Basement Room. Theme is “Slaying Dragons.” Call Kayla Training Room. Richardson Public Library ing Room. Richardson Public Library card Program Room. at 972-744-4350 or e-mail kayla.hollis@cor. card needed to register. Call 972-744-4359 needed to register. Call 972-744-4359 for gov for information. for information. information. March 17 March 17 March 18 March 18 LUNCHTIME LECTURES: AMERICAN RCAS MEETING AND FREE THIRD WEDNESDAY BOOKBABBLE COMMUNITY WRITERS’ CRITIQUE REVOLUTION, PART 2 11:30 a.m.-12:45 DEMONSTRATION 6:30-8:45 p.m. Rusty 10:30-11:45 a.m. Second Floor Conference GROUP 6:45-8:45 p.m. Basement Program p.m. Basement Program Room. Presented Jones will talk about oil paints. Basement Room. “This Is How It Always Is” by Laurie Room. E-mail WGTCritiqueGroup@gmail. by Richard Cudlipp. Program Room. Call Brian at 972-744-4350 Frankel. Call Tamara at 972-744-4393 for com for more information. for information. information. March 18 March 19 March 21 March 24 ROMANTIC INTERLUDES BOOK CLUB REAL READS BOOK CLUB GET TECH SAVVY: AUDACITY LUNCHTIME LECTURES: AMERICAN 7-8:45 p.m. Theme is “Pets/Animals” Sec- 7:30-8:45 p.m. Second Floor Conference 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Basement Training REVOLUTION, PART 3 11:30 a.m.-12:45 ond Floor Conference Room. Call Karen at Room. “Being Mortal: Medicine and What Room. Richardson Public Library card p.m. Basement Program Room. Presented 972-744-4350 for information. Matters in the End” by Atul Gawande. Call needed to register. Call 972-744-4359 for by Richard Cudlipp. Tamara at 972-744-4393 for information. information. March 24 March 28 March 28 March 31 FOURTH TUESDAY BOOKBABBLE CREATIVI-TEA WITH CHER KAUFMAN BEGINNING 3D PRINTING WITH LUNCHTIME LECTURES: AMERICAN 7:30-8:45 p.m. Second Floor Conference 10:30 a.m.-noon. Basement Program Room. TINKERCAD 10:30 a.m.-noon. Basement REVOLUTION, PART 4 11:30 a.m.-12:45 Room. “A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Must be a Richardson resident with a Rich- Training Room. Richardson Public Library p.m. Basement Program Room. Presented Towles. Call Janet at 972-744-4352 for ardson Public Library card to register. Call card needed to register. Call 972-744-4359 by Richard Cudlipp. information. 972-744-4376 for information. for more information.

CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEENS Please call 972-744-4358 for more information on children and youth activities.

March 7, 14, 21, 28 March 12 March 14 March 14, 16-19, 21 SATURDAY MORNING KIDS STORYTIME IN beTWEEN BOOK CLUB SENSORY SATURDAY 11:30 a.m.-noon. SPRING STEM-CATION 10:30-11 a.m. First Floor Program Room. 4-4:45 p.m. First Floor Program Room. Reg- First Floor Program Room. Spring Break events are planned for chil- istration required. dren of all ages. See page 12. March 14 March 15 March 20 March 20 A NOVEL IDEA TEEN BOOK CLUB TALES FOR TAILS BUILD A TERRARIUM WORKSHOP WITH C-TECH KIDS’ CLUB 2-3 p.m. Second Floor Conference Room. 3-4 p.m. First Floor Program Room. For KERI 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Basement Pro- 4-5 p.m. Studio RPL. Registration required. “A Thousand Beginnings and Endings” by readers in grades K-4. Free tickets available gram Room. Must be a Richardson resident Ages 9-12. Ellen Oh. at 2:30 p.m. with a Richardson Public Library card to register. Call 972-744-4376 for information. Adults and teens. March 20 March 27 March 28 March 30 STEAM STARTERS COOKIES, CRAFTS AND CRAYONS TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING AND CUBETROOP RUBIK’S CUBING HOW-TO 4-5 p.m. First Floor Program Room. Ages 3:30-4:30 p.m. First Floor Program Room. All ADULTING 101: FIRST AID 2-3 p.m. and 4-5:15 p.m. Studio RPL. Registration re- 6-8. ages. 3-4:30 p.m. Basement Program Room. quired. Must attend on all three dates. (Other dates are April 1 and 3.) For ages 10-13. “A Evening with Jaston Williams” benefits RWC Junior League Spring Market The Richardson Woman’s Club will host “An and followed by an audience Q&A session. Williams The Junior League of Richardson is hosting its second annual Evening with Jaston Williams” March 26 at 7:30 is the co-creator of the renowned series of comedies Spring Market & Gift Boutique March 28-29 at the Richardson Civic p.m. in the Eisemann Center’s Bank of America set in the town of Tuna, Texas including “Greater Center. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun- Theatre, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Club Tuna” and “A Tuna Christmas.” day. All proceeds will benefit local residents in need, with funds being and its many local philanthropies. Tickets are $50-$75 and are available at the Eise- distributed to organizations such as the Visiting Nurse Association, The evening promises to be one-of-a kind, with mann Center Ticket Office, 972-744-4650 and at Network of Community Ministries and the Richardson Adult Literacy an original, one-man production entitled “Camping www.eisemanncenter.com. For more information on Center. with Gasoline” created and performed by Williams the Richardson Woman’s Club, visit www.rwctx.org. For more information, visit www.jlrtx.com/spring-market. Richardson Today, March 2020 Page 7 Senior Center 820 W. Arapaho Rd. • 972-744-7800 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES Please call 972-744-7800 to RSVP for events that require registration. Upcoming Trips “Driving Miss Daisy”—March 24 March 6-April 10 Dallas-based One Thirty Productions presents “Driving Miss Daisy” at the Lochwood AARP TAX ASSISTANCE 10 a.m.-4 Branch Library. The 1989 comedy drama covers the 25-year relationship between a p.m. The AARP income tax assistance wealthy, strong-willed Southern Matron and her equally indomitable chauffeur. We program is offered each Friday by will be leaving Heights Recreation Center at 12:30 p.m. $20 trained volunteers at the Huffhines Ellis County Bluebonnet Tour—April 6 Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd., We will drive through the Ellis County countryside to enjoy the bluebonnets. We’ll 972-744-7881. Please bring last year’s also tour downtown Ennis with shopping time, a visit to the popular train depot in tax return and your Social Security Hillsboro and stop at the Kolache Depot for you to purchase kolaches to take home. card. No fee. Please note the location We will leave Heights Recreation Center at 9 a.m. and arrive back around 5 p.m. $89 change this year. Frisco Star Tour Behind the Scenes—May 5 Take a trip to the new headquarters for the Dallas Cowboys. You will go behind the April 21 scenes to see the $1.5 billion Star District. $30 plus lunch money. Will load bus at 9 a.m. QUARTERLY SENIOR ASSEMBLY 2 p.m. Mark your calendar! You are invited to our stay in touch at Heights Recreation Center. quarterly senior assembly. We will share with you what is new and exciting. Due to the Senior Center being closed for renovations, the assembly will be held at Plaza 1 Medical Professional We have great travel destinations planned in 2020. Please call Beth Owens at 972-744- Building, 403 W. Campbell Rd. 7810 for more information. Arts/Culture Eisemann Center Presents continues Eisemann Center 2351 Performance Dr. with four shows in March For tickets visit www.eisemanncenter.com The 2019-20 Eisemann Center ever to be a finalist on the show and Alison Kraus, Aaron Neville, Ringo or call the Ticket Office at 972-744-4650 Presents season continues in March was the highest finishing human Starr and countless others. Enjoy IVAN AMODEI “SECRETS & ILLUSIONS” with four performances. Visit being on the show that year. an evening of live entertainment as (4 p.m. and 8 p.m. March 7. $49-$99. Visit www. www.ivanamodei.com.) www.eisemanncenter.com for The Choir of Man Steve performs many of his best- ticket information, or call 972- 7:30 p.m. March 14 loved hits and shares the fascinat- RICHARDSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TCHAIKOVSKY & 744-4650. Groups of 10 or more Tickets $48-$62 ing stories behind them. YOUNG ARTIST WINNER qualify for ticket discounts by call- Known across the globe as “the (8 p.m. March 7. $15-$75. Visit www.richardsonsymphony.org.) ultimate feel-good show,” The ing Group Sales at 972-744-4657. DIRECT FROM LAS VEGAS—THE RAT PACK Choir of Man offers up 90 minutes (2 p.m. March 8. $34-$75.) of indisputable joy. It’s a party. It’s a concert. It’s a pint-filled good DALLAS BALLET COMPANY time set in a real working pub that (3 p.m. March 8. $15.) combines hair-raising harmonies, high-energy dance and live per- CLASSICAL GUITARIST DAVID RUSSELL cussion with foot-stomping chore- Asleep at the Wheel (7:30 p.m. March 10. $35-$75.) ography. The multi-talented cast of RHYTHMIC SOULS TAP COMPANY nine handsome blokes sings every- Asleep at the Wheel (2 p.m. March 15. $13.50-$33.50.) thing—pub tunes, folk, Broadway, 7:30 p.m. March 28 classic rock—all to roof-raising Tickets $36-$48 PADMASHRI PANKAJ UDHAS heights. It’s the best singing, danc- Ray Benson founded Asleep at (8 p.m. March 20. $24-$160.) ing, stomping, pub crawl of a show the Wheel in Paw Paw, W. Va. and Tom Cotter PLANO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: THE YOUNG ARTISTS & BOLERO you’ll ever attend! will return to the Eisemann Center (8 p.m. March 21. Visit www.planosymphony.org for tickets.) celebrating the band’s 50th Anni- Tom Cotter Steve Dorff versary in 2020. Based in Austin, DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE’S “DANCING BEYOND BORDERS” 7:30 p.m. March 13 7:30 p.m. March 20 the band holds 10 Grammy awards, (7:30 p.m. March 28. $35.) Tickets $45 Tickets $42 Songwriters Hall of Famer 20 studio albums and 20 singles on Tom Cotter has taken the com- RICHARDSON COMMUNITY BAND—IN MEMORIAM: JOE FRANK SR. Steve Dorff’s career spans five the Billboard country charts. The edy scene by storm since finishing (3 p.m. March 29. Free. Visit www.richardsoncommunityband.org.) decades with over 400 songs and Grammy Award-winning “Still The as runner-up and becoming the numerous No. 1 hits recorded by King: Celebrating the Music of Bob LYNDA CARTER “THIS LIFE MY MUSIC MY STORY” Breakout Star from Season 7 of artists such as Barbra Streisand, Wills and His Texas Playboys,” is (7:30 p.m. March 29. $45-$200.) America’s Got Talent. He lost to a the band’s most recent release and Celine Dion, Anne Murray, Kenny SHULEM LEMMER: AN EVENING OF SONG dog act, but don’t hold that against Rogers, George Strait, Ray Charles, marks their third full-length Bob (7:30 p.m. March 31. $36-$50.) him; Tom was the first comedian Willie Nelson, Whitney Houston, Wills tribute album.

Coming up at Network of Community Ministries’ Fork-Off Network of Community Ministries’ second annual Fork-Off event the Civic Center will be a fun-filled evening of tasting, socializing, dancing, judging and learning culinary tricks of the trade, all to benefit Network’s pro- grams for our neighbors in need. Fork-Off will take place from 6-11 p.m. April 4 at St. Paul Activity Center, 720 S. Floyd Rd. Top local chefs will choose food from Network’s own food pantry, Repertory Company Theatre add their own twist and create a delicious sampling of tasty treats. It’s back to the 1950s as Repertory Company Theatre presents A live auctioneer will entice guests with a variety of prizes including “Broadway’s Best.” If you love Broadway, you’ll love Broadway’s Best. private dinners and cooking classes with local chefs. And all will learn GNTOS Orchid Show more about what it really takes to assist 10,000 neighbors a year with Performances will take place March 19-22 at 770 N. Coit Rd. Show- March 6-7 life’s basic necessities. times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sun- www.gntos.org Fork-Off tickets are $75. For more information or to purchase tick- day. Tickets are $30 for Thursday, Friday and Sunday and $40 for ets, visit www.thenetwork.org/2020forkoff. Saturday. For more information, visit www.rcttheatre.com or call Dallas Bridge Tournament the box office at 972-690-5029. March 12-15 www.d16acbl.org/U176 RCT is partially sponsored by the Richardson Cultural Arts Commission. 13th annual Heights Car Show benefits Network Texas Stamp Dealers The 13th annual Heights Car Show, sponsored by Hagerty Insurance March 13-14 Company, will be held 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 4 at The Heights University of Texas at Dallas www.tsdastamps.com Church, 201 W. Renner Rd., in Richardson. The Heights Car Show is one of the first and largest charity car shows of the year. Over the show’s Accommodates groups The 19th annual Texas Guitar Competition and Festival is March 12-year history, it has donated more than $59,820 and 8,375 pounds of 5-7 at the University of Texas at Dallas. This unique Texas competi- from 10-750 Call us! 972-744-4090 food to the Network of Community Ministries Food Pantry. tion is designed to showcase outstanding classical guitar students. “The Heights Car Show has grown into one of the most diverse car Students can compete and attend master classes and concerts by shows in DFW,” said show organizer Brian Ratcliff. “With 600 available internationally recognized guitarists. Free admission. For perfor- spots and a wide variety of muscle cars, exotics, classics, antiques, mance times and venues, visit www.utdallas.edu/ah/guitar. trucks and even military vehicles, we’re expecting this to be our largest 411 W. Arapaho Rd. show to date.” www.cor.net/culture Richardson, Texas 75080 More than just a car show, this event is a one-day festival with live www.cor.net/civiccenter music, food and kid-friendly activities. Admission is free. Page 8 Richardson Today, March 2020 www.cor.net/epi Save the Date: FREE leak detection pack Fujitsu Employees Beautify SCNA available March 16-22 2020 Trash Bash is April 11 Fix a Leak Week, an EPA WaterSense program, is a great time for residents to check for water This year’s Trash Bash leaks and drips inside the home. One of the will be held Saturday, largest water wasters is a leaking toilet. Did you April 11 and provide sev- know that a toilet leak can waste more than 200 gallons eral recycling opportuni- of water a day? Although you can usually hear a running ties. There will be educational toilet, some toilet leaks are silent. To detect a silent leak, booths and refreshments inside pick up a free leak detection tablet pack at one of the City Hall, and outside there will following locations during normal business hours the Employees of the local offices of Fujitsu helped a also be activities for everyone. week of March 16-22. City Parks and Recreation crew last month in clear- The following preliminary list ing invasive Ligustrum trees from portions of the provides a description of what City Hall Spring Creek Nature Area. The work helps in the will be available at this year’s Water Customer Service re-establishment of native prairie grasses and other na- Trash Bash and drop-off loca- 411 W. Arapaho Rd. Suite 101 tive plants. This is the second year for Fujitsu employees tions. The April edition of Richardson Today will include to clear invasive trees in the Spring Creek Nature Area, part finalized information and maps. of numerous volunteer opportunities offered by the City Richardson Service Center for individuals and businesses. Visit www.cor.net/cleanup. Richardson Square Mall 1260 Columbia Dr. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Do Not Blue Bag Recycle Sponsored by the Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Lithium-ion Batteries Heights Recreation Center • Electronics recycling 711 W. Arapaho Rd. • Document shredding City Hall parking lot 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Huffhines Recreation Center Lithium-ion batteries (or products containing • Residential cooking oil/grease disposal 200 N. Plano Rd. them) should not be included with items in your • Book drive (books, magazines, CDs, DVDs) blue recycling bags. Improper battery disposal/ • Free bag of Texas Pure Compost recycling could result in combustions. You can • Clothing and shoe drive (clothing should be gently Collin County Master Garden Show take batteries to the Home Chemical Collection Cen- used and washed, place in plastic bags/sacks, no trash Saturday, March 14—9 a.m.-5 p.m. ter, 11234 Plano Rd., Dallas. Call 214-553-1765 or visit bags please) Sunday, March 15—11 a.m.-5 p.m. www.dallascounty.org/departments/plandev/hhw for Cost is a $2 donation per person with free parking more information. City Hall Appreciation Event Myers Park and Event Center 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 7117 Country Rd. 166 Vaccinate Pets Against Distemper • Environmental education fair McKinney, TX 75071 Animal Shelter staff are reminding dog owners to • Free recycling bags for Richardson residents make sure their dog is up-to-date on vaccinations • Refreshments This garden show is an indoor event packed with in light of an increase in North Texas of raccoons • City vehicles on display exciting and informative educational events with canine distemper. The disease is spread when • Mobile adoption trailer with adoptable animals with hands on activi- an animal has direct contact with the bodily fluids or drop- from the Animal Shelter ties and demos from pings from an infected animal. Though large outbreaks in • Eye glasses collection booth by Lions Club local experts. Speakers will the wild occur about every 5-7 years, distemper is always • Tree planting demonstration present timely information on present in the environment and is usually fatal if con- outdoor living in North Texas. If you would like to participate as an exhibitor or spon- tracted, so regular vaccination is the best defense. While Bring your wagons and carts to sor or to register to clean up an area, go to www.cor.net/ canine distemper is a viral disease that infects raccoons, fill with your purchases! Please trashbash. For additional information or questions, please foxes, coyotes, skunks and unvaccinated dogs, it does not visit www.ccmgatx.org/thegar- call 972-744-4076 or e-mail [email protected]. affect humans. Visit www.cor.net/animalservices for more denshow for more information. information. Residential and business burglaries Nov. 16-Feb. 15

The Richardson Police Department Crime Prevention Unit reports crime statistics by Incident Reporting Areas (IRAs). Locate your residence or business on the IRA map. If the IRA in which you reside or have a business is shaded, the number represents the total burglaries reported. If the IRA is not shaded, no burglaries were reported.

Visit the Police Department website at www.cor.net/crimestats for online statistics. If you have any questions about these statistics, contact the Richardson Crime Prevention Unit at 972-744-4955.

Residential burglaries reported in blue.

Business burglaries reported in red. Richardson Today, March 2020 Page 9

972-744-4300 www.cor.net/parks Parks & Recreation Photo contest winners announced Parks and Rec job fair The 2020 City of Richardson Photo Contest scheduled for March 12 concluded in late January and results were an- The City of Richardson Parks and Recreation Department will hold nounced last month. The Best of Show winner a job fair for potential aquatics and day camp employees from 4-7 p.m. this year was Ken Johnston. March 12 at the Heights Recreation Center. This year is shaping up The first place winners in each division are to be a busy one and there is a need for a variety of positions including shown here. For a complete list of winners, visit lifeguards, pool managers, swim team coaches, swim instructors, day www.cor.net/photocontest. camp directors and day camp counselors. Hourly pay rates are highly competitive. Applications may be filled out online at www.cor.net/jobs.

Robert Jackson—”The King” First Place Proficient Adult Division

Sherrill Park Ladies Golf Association The Sherrill Park Ladies Golf Nancy Stubbs, 972-740-8525, Susi Pervaiz—”Exposed” Ken Johnston—”At the Flower Market” Association is for women who or Barbara Burkhalter, 972-989- First Place Student Division Best of Show/First Place Amateur Adult Division enjoy meeting new people and 2855. participating in friendly compe- To schedule tee times or lessons tition. League play is March thru at Sherrill Park, call 972-234-1416 October. For information, call or visit www.sherrillparkgolf.com. 2020 STUDENT ART CONTEST Trailblazers

FAUVIST FAVORITE ANIMALS! TEEN RECREATION GROUP

BECOME A Fauvism - characterized by strong Winning artwork will be displayed GUIDELINES colors and fierce brushwork! in the Eisemann Center throughout The contest is open to all students Use colored pencils, crayons, mark- the Festival Weekend, May 15-17. ers or paints to cover your whole TRAILBLAZER! in kindergarten-6th grade. Entries must be picked up poster board with lots of color. May 19-22 from the Community Wildflower! will provide 12” square Events Office, 2100 E. Campbell white poster boards. All entries Securely attach your entry form on Road, Ste 100, 75081. must be designed on these poster the back of the poster board. For more information email: boards ONLY so they are uniform [email protected] in size and will fit our display walls Ribbons will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, at the festival. 3rd and Honorable Mention in EACH grade level. Ribbon winner names THE RICHARDSON PARKS DEPARTMENT IS will be posted on the Wildflower! website by May 11. LOOKING FOR RICHARDSON TEENS 14-18, www.wildflowerfestival.com WHO ARE CREATIVE, AMBITIOUS, HARDWORKING, RESPONSIBLE AND RELIABLE OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM TO BE A PART OF THE TRAILBLAZERS TEAM. Please securely attach this form to the back of your entry. All entries must be delivered to the City of Richardson’s Community Events Office by APRIL 20, 2020. 2100 E. Campbell Road, Suite 100, Richardson, TX 75081 TRAILBLAZERS HELP TO CREATE PROGRAMMING, ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS FOR Name ______Age ______TEENS. TRAILBLAZERS MUST ATTEND ALL Parent’s Name & Cell Phone ______Parent’s Email ______MEETINGS AND PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES. Address ______City ______Zip ______MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE CREDIT FOR VOLUNTEER HOURS. School ______Art Teacher ______Grade ______

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT Follow Richardson Parks and Recreation on Instagram HEIDI SCALICE, [email protected] To stay up to date on special events, contests and giveaways going on in Richardson, fol- OR 972-744-7851. low Richardson Parks and Rec (@RichardsonParksandRec), the Wildflower! Arts & Music Festi- val (@wamfest) and Cottonwood Art Festival (@cottonwoodartfest) on Instagram. Page 10 Richardson Today, March 2020

Senior Center 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 972-744-7800 All activities listed on pages 10-11 take place at the Richardson Senior Center unless otherwise noted. Additional Senior Center related activities can be found on page 7. Call 972-744-7800 for more information. Hours of Operation through March 14: Mon., Tue., Thurs., 8 a.m.-9 p.m.—Wed. and Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.—Sat., 1-5 p.m.

Special events and trip information The Richardson Senior Center welcomes adults ages 55 and older. This facility is especially designed for senior enjoyment, and the staff looks forward to the opportunity to provide an at- can be found on page 7. mosphere of enrichment and fellowship. Unfortunately, the Center is not licensed to provide the services of an Adult Care facility. So, The Richardson Senior Center renovation project is set to for the benefit of all patrons, the Center requires that all participants take full responsibility of move forward. Classes and programs have been redirected to: their own physical care and hygiene. Those patrons needing assistance, or who lack the ability to navigate a wheelchair or walker independently, are welcome to be accompanied by a caregiver or Plaza 1 Methodist Professional Building an assistant. Your understanding and cooperation is appreciated. 403 W. Campbell Rd., 972-744-7800 Huffhines Recreation Center “Color My World” Crochet Senior Table Tennis 200 N. Plano Rd., 972-744-7881 Come join the coloring-for-adults Classes are taught Thursdays from Starting the week of March 15, Heights Recreation Center craze. Coloring is reintroducing 2:15-4:15 p.m. The price is $5 per players are invited to play at 711 W. Arapaho Rd., 972-744-7850 art as an important component of class. For new students, please Huffhines Recreation Center or health and wellness. Color pens, bring a #J or #H crochet hook and a Heights Recreation Center dur- A $3.50 pre-ordered box lunch will be available for purchase at crayons and pictures will be pro- skein of four-ply yarn. **PLEASE ing the Senior Center renovation. Plaza 1 or you may bring a sack lunch. Same day pre-orders are vided or bring your own. A table NOTE** Crochet class will be Please show your Senior Center required by 9 a.m. by calling 972-744-7800. A café is also avail- will be set up with coloring sup- held at the Senior Center March 5 membership when checking in. able at Plaza 1. All menu items will offer a 20 percent discount for plies every Thursday from 1-4 p.m. and 12. Classes will resume April AARP Richardson Chapter seniors. Pre-order lunches will start April 6. For more information, for visiting and coloring. A multi- 2 at Plaza 1 Methodist Profession- The Richardson AARP Chapter call 972-744-7800. generational table is available for al Building. #1651 meets the third Monday While the Senior Center is closed for renovations, beginning March you to enjoy the fun of coloring Bridge Lessons of the month at 1 p.m. at the 16, patrons may use the fitness room at Huffhines Recreation Cen- with your grandchildren. No fee. Learn how to play Party Bridge Senior Center. All are welcome. ter, 200 N. Plano Rd. and/or Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. **PLEASE NOTE** Class will Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. Call **PLEASE NOTE** AARP Arapaho Rd. with a Senior Center membership card. be held at the Senior Center on 972-744-7800 for next five-week meetings will be held at Heights March 5 and 12. Class will be at session. Cost is $50 with member- Recreation Center. Next meeting Please note the location and date changes in the following Plaza 1 Methodist Professional ship; $53 without. is March 16. class and program information. Building April 9. Watercolor Programs Quilt Essentials Renata Sharman will offer water- Classes Learn the art of hand piecing and color classes for all painting levels. Tennis League quilting as well as sewing machine For all classes, unless other- Students will learn the basics of Richardson’s Huffhines Tennis piecing and quilting. Beginner and materials, tools and techniques Center offers times exclusive to wise noted, you may pay with a experienced quilters welcome. credit card by phone or in person, of watercolor. Intermediate and seniors. The senior men’s group Please call class instructor Dar- advanced self-paced students are plays Mondays, Wednesdays and or with check or cash. For some lene Martin for more information, classes, payment may be made on- welcome. Classes are held Tues- Fridays from 8 a.m.-noon. The 469-644-5088. days for four consecutive weeks ladies group plays Tuesdays and Scrabble Club line. How to Use Ride Share Beginners from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. New session Thursdays from 10 a.m.-noon. A Join us Mondays at 10 a.m. for This class will answer: What is starts March 3. Cost is $80 with 3.0 (intermediate skill level) is re- scrabble. Meet new friends, exer- Conversational Spanish ride share? How much does it This is a beginner-level class. The membership or $22 per class. quired for both men and women cise your mind and have a fun day cost? Where is it available? Is it Please call 972-744-7800 for players. Lessons are available to playing scrabble. Children over 16 next eight-week session begins safe? How do you request the ser- April 2 from 10-11 a.m. at Plaza 1 the class supply list. **PLEASE help players achieve this level. For are welcome to participate. Play- vice and food delivery? You will NOTE** classes will be held at information, call 972-744-7870. ers ages 12-15 must attend with Methodist Professional Building. also learn about other transporta- Cost is $52 with membership. the Senior Center March 3 and Senior Bowling League an adult. Please join us April 6 at tion services available. Class is 10. Class will resume at Plaza 1 The Roadrunner Bowling League is Plaza 1 Methodist Professional Intermediate 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cost is $10 with Conversational Spanish Methodist Professional Building a great way to meet new people and Building. membership; $13 without. Please April 7. exercise at the same time. We have Mental Aerobics Brush up on your Spanish skills by bring your iPhone or Android joining this class. Some knowledge Oil and Acrylic Painting openings for regular members and Riddles, word games, puzzles, triv- smartphone to class. March 7 is A new four-week session of paint- subs for the 2020 season. For more ia and a general mental playground of the Spanish language is required. the next scheduled class date. The next eight-week session begins ing instruction starts the first information, contact Richard Stef- will help keep your brain activ- AARP Thursday of each month from 1-4 fen, president, at 972-865-9613. ity sharp. We have a large room April 2 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. “Smart Driver” Program at Plaza 1 Methodist Professional p.m. Beginner and intermediate and welcome drop-ins who enjoy Anyone 50 years and older may at- levels of painters are encouraged thinking activities that require no Building. Cost is $52 with member- tend. The completion certificate ship. to attend. Joanna Clifton is the study, memorization, practice or is used for automobile insurance instructor. Cost is $80 for four stress. Mondays at 10 a.m. Please Advanced premium reductions. Please check Conversational Spanish monthly classes with membership. join us April 6 at Plaza 1 Method- with your insurance company **PLEASE NOTE** Classes ist Professional Building. Advanced Spanish class will build for percentage of reduction. The on the Intermediate class. The next will be held at the Senior Center The Richardson certificate does not qualify for a March 5 and 12. Class will resume Senior Dance eight-week session starts April 2, traffic citation dismissal. Cost is 1-2 p.m. at Plaza 1 Methodist Pro- at Plaza 1 Methodist Professional The calendar lists the dates for $15 for AARP members and $20 Building April 9. Senior Golf League this month’s ballroom dances. Due fessional Building. Cost is $48 with for nonmembers. Reservations a Senior Center membership. Fun with Oils The Richardson Senior Golf to the Senior Center renovation, may be made by calling 972-744- A new session of oil painting class- League is open to men and women starting March 28 the dances will Plus Square Dance 7881. Please pay the instructor at Dance the first, third and fifth es begins the first Thursday of 55 years or older playing at all skill be held at Huffhines Recreation the time of the class. **PLEASE each month from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. levels. The members are divided Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. Mondays from 7-9 p.m. Cost is NOTE** The Smart Driver Pro- $50 per dancer per quarter (mem- Instructor Andrew Wages has 20 evenly into four flights. Play is at March 7 Doc Gibbs gram will hold evening classes years of experience teaching and Sherrill Park on Monday mornings bership is required)or $10 drop-in only on the third Thursdays of the March 14 Kelly Fletcher fee. **PLEASE NOTE** Square has painted for 50 years. Cost for with a shotgun start. The league is month, 6-10 p.m. at Huffhines the class is $85 a month with mem- for the enjoyment of golf. Several March 28 Final Showdown Dance will be held same day and Recreation Center. time at Heights Recreation Center bership. **PLEASE NOTE** rules have been adapted to speed (Country Western) March 19 6-10 p.m. Classes will be held at the Senior up play and increase the pleasure beginning March 16. Dances begin at 7 p.m. and end Center March 5 and 12. Class will of the game. Please contact Tom ABC Quilting at 9:30 p.m. Dances are $5 per Ukulele Players resume at Plaza 1 Methodist Pro- Zale, president, at 972-238-9258, Beginning students will go through person. Light refreshments are Attention all ukulele enthusiasts fessional Building April 9. or Jim White at 972-234-6167/jm- the basic appliqué techniques to served. and potential ukulele players. Let’s [email protected] for more info. build their skills and tabletop bast- get together to play, share songs ing will be taught. A large standing and techniques. All levels of play- basting frame will be available for ers are welcome the first Thurs- those who have constructed quilt day of the month, 7-9 p.m. No Dance Classes at the Senior Center tops and need to pin, thread baste fee. Senior Center membership Starting March 2, all classes will be held at Heights Recreation Center or tie their quilts. Hand quilters required. **PLEASE NOTE** Class Day Time Fee Instructor are welcome in this class, as are Class will be held at the Senior other quilters needing extra time Center March 5 and will meet at Adv. Line Dance Mon. 2:30-4:30 p.m. $12/month Aubrey to “catch up” on their quilt tops. El Dorado Senior Living, 714 W. Beg. Line Dance Tues. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $11/month Halvorson Please call class instructor Dar- Arapaho Rd., starting April 2. Int. Line Dance Tues. 12:30-1:30 p.m. $11/month Halvorson lene Martin for more information, Pocket Billiard Class 469-644-5088. **PLEASE NOTE** Billiard Int./Adv. Ballroom Wed. 1:30-3 p.m. $50 couple/month Faris Class will be suspended through $25 single/month or completion of Senior Center reno- $10 per class vation. Private Ballroom Appointment $40 Faris Richardson Today, March 2020 Page 11

972-744-7800 820 W. Arapaho Rd. Senior Center Tatting First Richardson Helpers Private Trainer Tatting is an ancient art of mak- First Richardson Helpers (FRH) Fitness How is Your Balance? ing lace with a shuttle and string is staffed by senior volunteers who This fitness program is designed using one stitch. We meet every provide minor home maintenance Hatha Yoga for All Ages to help increase cardiovascular en- Tuesday from 3:30-9 p.m. Free and repair service to seniors. Basic Bharati Amin, who has been durance, strength, flexibility and and open to all ages. Held at services include installation of teaching yoga for more than 35 balance. All sessions are held in a Huffhines Recreation Center be- bathroom grab bars and outdoor years, is your instructor. Through private room. Fee is $60 a session ginning April 17. hand rails, repair of dripping March 12, classes will be held with a six-session commitment. every Tuesday, Thursday and Fri- Needleworks faucets, running toilets and Call 972-744-7800 to make your Bring your needlework and join us minor electrical problems as well day from 9:30-11 a.m. and Tues- appointment with personal trainer for a day of friendship and hand- The Richardson Red Hatters as maintenance items such as day and Thursday evenings from Elaine Hosage. She has her certifi- crafts. We meet Tuesdays from The Richardson Red Hatters wel- caulking, light bulb and A/C filter 5:30-6:45 p.m. at the Senior Cen- cations in special population (old- 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Needleworks will come all women to put on their replacement. In addition, FRH ter. Starting March 17, Tuesday, er adult) and general population resume April 7 at Plaza 1 Meth- red hats and have some fun. Next provides assistance with code Thursday and Friday 9:30-11 a.m. from the Cooper Institute. morning yoga classes will be held odist Professional Building. meeting is May 4 at noon. Please enforcement issues. To request Fit for Life—Beginning at Heights Recreation Center. Afternoon Ballroom Dance bring a sack lunch. The Red Hat service, call the 24-hour hotline Strength Training Class Due to the Senior Center reno- meetings will be held at Heights at 972-996-0160 or online at Cost $5. For information on day, Strength training that works all vations, March 5 will be the last Recreation Center during the Se- www.firstrichardsonhelpers.org. time and cost, please call 972- muscle groups. Two classes of- Thursday dance until we meet nior Center renovation. Click on “Request for Services.” 744-7850. fered: first Monday of month, 11:30 back in our newly renovated Bingo RSVP Volunteer Program Chair Yoga a.m.-12:30 p.m., four weeks; first building. Next bingo is April 16 at 2 p.m. Are you looking for a way to give Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga Wednesday of month, 11:30 a.m.- practiced while sitting in a chair. Texas Reelers Square Join us at Plaza 1 Methodist Pro- back to your community? Why not 12:30 p.m., four weeks. Cost is Chair yoga will help you with flex- Dance fessional Building. become a volunteer for the “Rich- $25 for four weeks or $7 per class. The Texas Reelers Square Dance Richardson Public Library ardson Rowdies?” If you are age 55 ibility, breathing, relaxation, and Cooper Institute certified personal Club sponsors square and round Due to Senior Center renovations, or older, you are invited to become overall physical fitness without trainer Elaine Hosage is the in- dancing the first and third Friday books and CD’s may be checked a Rowdies volunteer. The Rowdies the difficulty of getting down or structor. Classes will be held the of every month from 7:30-10 p.m. out at Plaza 1 Methodist Profes- volunteer at various nonprofits up off of the floor. Class is held on first two weeks in March. Classes Like us on Facebook at www. sional Building starting in April. throughout Dallas County and Col- Mondays from 10-11 a.m. Cost will resume at Plaza 1 Methodist facebook.com/TheTexasReel- For more information on when lin County helping with mail-outs, is $6 per class or $20 a month Professional Building April 1. (4 classes) with a Senior Center ersSquareDance. Admission is books will be available, please call assembling “goodie bags” and other Fit for Life—Intermediate membership. Chair yoga’s last $7. Starting March 5, dances will 972-744-7800 light tasks. The Rowdies meet at Strength Training Class be held at Huffhines Recreation the Heights Recreation Center. class at the Senior Center will be Classes for this next level of fit- Center. Call 972-744-7881. Services Transportation is provided by RSVP March 9. Class will resume April ness begin the first Monday of the 6 at Plaza 1 Methodist Profes- Rebel Rousers to and from the volunteer locations. month from 1-2 p.m. and the first sional Building. Square Dance For more information on how to be- Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. for The Rebel Rousers Square Dance come involved, call 214-525-6167. four weeks. Cost is $25 for four Club hosts a square dance the The Memory Café weeks or $7 per class. Cooper In- third Saturday of each month The Senior Center hosts a new stitute certified personal trainer from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Fee is $7 free program called “The Memory Elaine Hosage is the instructor. per person. Starting March 21, Café” that is designed for both Classes will be held the first two dances will be held at Huffhines those who suffer from Alzheimer’s/ weeks in March. Classes will re- Recreation Center. dementia and their family/friends. sume at Plaza 1 Methodist Profes- Participants will be able to social- sional Building April 1. ize, share concerns/ideas and learn Tai Chi for All Ages more about the issues facing those Philip Russell teaches this fun and City of Richardson with memory loss and dementia. energizing way to better health. Transportation Service Held the first Thursday of the Pickleball The cost is $7 per class with mem- Transportation is offered to Rich- month from 10-11 a.m. The next Pickleball play is offered every bership. Classes are Mondays ardson residents ages 55 and meeting is March 5 at the Senior Friday at Huffhines Rec Center, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Classes over. The City’s van service oper- Center. Starting April 2, Memory 200 N. Plano Rd., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. will be held the first and second ates Monday through Friday from Café will be held at Plaza 1 Meth- and every Monday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays in March at the Senior 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Persons may ride odist Professional Building. at Heights Rec Center, 711 W. Center. Classes will resume April Arapaho Rd. Fees are $2 to play anywhere within the city limits of Volunteer Opportunities 6 at Plaza 1 Methodist Profession- per day or $8 per month. Senior Pool Tournaments Richardson for 25 cents each way. Call Susan at 972-744-7811 for al Building. Center membership is required to Pool tournaments are every Fri- For general transportation, we be- various volunteer opportunities at Water Aerobic Classes day at 1 p.m. with registration be- gin taking reservations on Friday the Senior Center. play. (Richardson resident Senior Classes are held Tuesday, Thurs- Center-only membership cost is a ginning at 12:30 p.m. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., prior to the week you Hearing Screening day and Friday, 10-11 a.m. at the March 20, pool tournaments will need service. For doctor’s appoint- Free hearing screenings are of- one-time fee of $5. Nonresident J.J. Pearce H.S. Natatorium, 1600 be held at Fox and Hound Sports ments, we begin taking reserva- fered and hearing aids checked ev- Senior Center-only membership N. Coit Rd. Please register at Bar, 112 W. Campbell Rd. tions at 3 p.m. Thursday. Call 972- ery three months from 1:30-3 p.m. is $15 a year.) If you are interest- the Senior Center, Huffhines or 744-7805 for reservations. Call 972-744-7800 for appoint- ed and would like more informa- Heights recreation centers. Cost The Seniors’ Net ment. Starting April 3, screenings tion, call 972-744-7800. is $30 a month. For updated class The Network of Community Min- will be at Plaza 1 Methodist Pro- Silver Stars Fitness information, please call 972-744- istries Seniors’ Net program pro- fessional Building. This class is designed for men 7813 or 972-744-7800. vides a variety of services to help and women of all fitness levels. seniors in the community remain You will regain or improve muscle independent and in their own tone, balance and flexibility. Wear Games homes for as long as possible. Pro- comfortable loose-fitting cloth- Beginning April 1, please join us grams include handyman services, ing. Classes are taught by Jessie at the Plaza 1 Methodist Profes- senior informational seminars, Dorsey Wednesdays from 10-11 sional Building. Loads of Love, home delivered a.m. Fee is $5 per class. Starting Canasta groceries and holiday baskets. The March 4, classes will be held at Thur. and Fri. 9:30 a.m. Loads of Love program has ex- Heights Recreation Center. Pinochle Let’s Play “42” panded to not only include bread Aerobic Exercise Renate Racher teaches exer- Mon., Tue., Wed., 9:30 a.m. Regular “42” games are scheduled but also canned goods and fresh Blood Pressure Checks Thursday afternoons from 12:30- produce when available. Seniors Cottonwood Creek Healthcare cise class Tuesday and Thursday Duplicate Bridge 4 p.m. Please join us April 2 at residing within Richardson ISD Community provides blood pres- mornings from 8:15-9:15 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. may come to Loads of Love at the Cost is $2 with a membership. Plaza 1 Methodist Professional sure screenings on the first and Party Bridge Network offices located at 741 S. March 12 will be the last class at Building. third Wednesdays of the month Friday, 10 a.m. If you are interest- Sherman St. in Richardson every the Senior Center. Starting April Emeritus Plus 50 Programs from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Blood pres- ed in taking bridge lessons, please Thursday from 9-11 am. Call 972- 2, classes will be at Plaza 1 Meth- at Richland College sure checks will be available at call 972-744-7800. Explore lifelong learning with 234-8880. Senior Center until March 4. Be- odist Professional Building. Bunco classes at Richland College for Benefits Counseling ginning April 8 they will be taken Friday, 12:30 p.m. ages 50 and over. If you are 65 The Dallas Area Agency on Aging at Plaza 1 Methodist Professional years or over and live in Dallas will be at our new location, Plaza Building. Scrabble County, you may be eligible for 1 Methodist Professional Building, Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE classes. Day, evening and May 15 to assist with questions Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Saturday classes are available. about eligibility requirements for Medicare, Medicaid, SSI and oth- Cribbage Call 972-238-6972 or visit Robin’s Nest Craft Store is Closed Tuesday, 10 a.m. www.richlandcollege.edu/ er public health benefits. Please emeritus. call the Senior Center staff at 972- The Robin’s Nest Craft Store is currently closed Mah Jongg 744-7800 to make your appoint- due to the Senior Center renovation project. Wed. and Thur. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. ment. Once the renovation project is completed, it Many other games such as Chess, will reopen for normal business. Skip-bo, Rummi-Cubes, Dominos and “42” are played by our patrons. Page 12 Richardson Today, March 2020 Library 900 Civic Center Dr. www.richardsonpubliclibrary.com 972-744-4350

AMERICAN REVOLUTION– SPRING STEMCATION SPRING STEMCATION CAUSES THROUGH YORKTOWN BRILLIANT BRIDGES: UP, OVER, JOURNEY THROUGH SPACE Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. UNDER & THROUGH Saturday, March 21, 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2–3:30 p.m. The universe is the limit with the Frontiers Presented by Richard Cudlipp of Flight Museum’s planetarium-on-the-go! Tickets will be Learn about the American Revolution and the myths Team up and be a builder! Using K’Nex, LEGOs and a available at the Youth Services Help Desk. surrounding it, starting with what caused the conflict. variety of materials, engineer and build a bridge! Basement Program Room Youth Services Area March 10 – Background, causes and start of the war For ages 7+ For ages 5+ March 17 – 1776: Independence; Washington at his Registration required best and worst March 24 – 1777: War goes to upstate New York, biggest American victory, Washington’s absence and the Revolution becomes a world war CREATIVI-TEA WORKSHOP A NOVEL IDEA Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.–noon March 31 – 1777: War moves to Philadelphia and Valley Forge A TEEN BOOK CLUB FOR AGES 13-18 Presented by Cher Kaufmann; April 7 – 1778: War goes south ending at Yorktown Saturday, March 14, 2–3 p.m. author, artist and tea enthusiast Basement Program Room Teens, join the discussion! Reserved copies of each We’ll explore a fun approach to tasting different teas Adults and Teens month’s book available at the Youth Services Desk. We’ll guided by inspired connections while enjoying and Registration not required read “A Thousand Beginnings and Endings” by Ellen Oh opening the creative mind. You are welcome to bring your lunch this month. Basement Program Room For more information, call 972-744-4376 2nd Floor Conference Room Adults and Teens For ages 13-18 Richardson residents with Call 972-744-4358 for more information Richardson Library cards only Registration required Register starting March 16 MEET THE AUTHOR at 972-744-4376 “WHEN THE MEN WERE GONE” BY MARJORIE HERRERA LEWIS SPRING STEMCATION Wednesday, March 11, 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. CAN YOU BEAT THE GAME? Celebrate Women’s History Month with Marjorie Herrera Monday, March 16, 2–4 p.m. Lewis, discussing her journey as a barrier breaker in the ADULTING 101 Play popular, cooperative board games — it’s FIRST AID male world of sportswriting writing her award-winning you and your friends against the game! novel based on the true story of Texas’ first woman high Saturday, March 28, 3–4:30 p.m. school football coach. First Floor Program Room Captain Stephen Hill from the Richardson Fire Department For all ages Basement Program Room will be on hand to teach a basic first aid class for teens. Adults and Teens Basement Program Room Registration not required For ages 13-18 Call 972-744-4376 for more information SPRING STEMCATION IT IS EASY BEING GREEN: A SUSTAINABLE ST. PATTY’S AFTERNOON CUBETROOP Tuesday, March 17, 2–3 p.m. RUBIK’S CUBING HOW-TO GET TECH SAVVY Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an afternoon of Monday, Wednesday and Friday INSTAGRAM FOR BEGINNERS sustainable crafts and activities! March 30, April 1 and 3, 4–5:15 p.m. Friday, March 13, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Basement Program Room Students from UTD demonstrate how to Learn the basics of this popular photo-sharing app. For all ages master the Rubik’s Cube with tips based on algorithmic Bring your smartphone or tablet with the Instagram thinking and problem-solving. app installed. Participants need a Facebook account Studio RPL or e-mail address. For ages 10-13 Basement Training Room, Adults and Teens Registration required Registration required SPRING STEMCATION Call 972-744-4358 to register Richardson Public Library card required EPIC LEGO MARBLE RUN Call 972-744-4359 to register Thursday, March 19, 2–3:30 p.m. Work in teams to create a marble run with ramps, jumps and more! Basement Program Room CRAFTIVITY For all ages Saturday, April 4 GET TECH SAVVY! 2-3:30 p.m. GOOGLE DRIVE BASICS Come-and-go family fun for all ages with Saturday, March 14 board games, crafts and more! 10:30–11:30 a.m. Basement Program Room Get started with Google Drive! Create an account, BUILD A TERRARIUM For all ages then learn how to upload, organize and share your documents with others. WORKSHOP Friday, March 20 Basement Training Room 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Adults and Teens Presented by Librarian Keri Samples Registration required Use recycled jars to create miniature moss Richardson Public Library card required terrariums featuring tiny toys, rocks and Laptops will be available or you can bring your own crystals for you to take home and display. Call 972-744-4359 to register Basement Program Room Adults and Teens All supplies provided Richardson residents with Richardson Library cards only SENSORY SATURDAY Registration required Celebrate the CENSUS Day! Saturday, March 14, 11:30 a.m.–noon Register starting March 6 at 972-744-4374 To Kick Off the 2020 Census Season, Engage all of your senses! Explore a host of sensory stop by the Library on Wed. April 1 to: activities and books by visiting interactive centers. • Fill out the 2020 Census on the Library’s First Floor Program Room dedicated Census computer For ages 5-9 GET TECH SAVVY! • Teach children about the Census with coloring ac- AUDACITY tivities and a guessing contest – the closest guess Saturday, March 21, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. wins donuts & a tour of the Fire Department along with a ride to school with the Fire Chief! Learn how to record and edit multi-track audio. • Donate toiletries and gently used items to the Net- Basement Training Room work of Community Ministries between 1-3 p.m? Adults and Teens Registration required Richardson Public Library card required Laptops will be available or you can bring your own To register, call 972-744-4359

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