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October events
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OCTOBER 01 LISTEN TO THE RICHARDSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Eisemann Center presents the Richardson Symphony Orchestra performing Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain,” a tale of witches and spirits frolicking in an infernal dance at midnight, according to the event description. 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online and at the ticket o ce. Prices vary by seats. $15-$75. 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com 05 ATTEND A LIVE MUSIC CONCERT Musical duo The Hipocrats performs a live concert at The Six Springs Tavern. The Americana and indie folk group comes from Seattle, according to the venue’s website. 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online. $7.50. Six Spring Tavern, 147 N. Plano Road, Richardson. 469-917-3040. www.sixspringslive.com 07 THROUGH 09 BUY A BOOK The Richardson Public Library is hosting its biannual book sale. According to the o cial description, attendees can shop in the library’s basement for thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and other media at great prices. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Fri., Sat.), 2-5 p.m. (Sun.) Free admission.
focused vendors, activities and contests, according to the event’s website. The event will have craft beer, food trucks, live music, vendors and other activities. Hu ines Park, 1500 Apollo Road, Richardson. 972-744-4580. www.hu inesharvestfest.com 21 THROUGH 30 WATCH A LOCAL PLAY The Repertory Company Theatre presents “Mel Brook’s Young Frankenstein.” The show will be an adaptation of the 1970s movie of the same name. Showtimes vary. $18 (kids), $32 (adults). Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Road, Ste. 2405, Richardson. 972-690-5029. www.rcttheatre.com/home.html 29 ATTEND A HALLOWEEN EVENT The Richardson Public Library is hosting a community Halloween event, “Spookilicious: A Halloween Happening” in the basement. According to the event description, residents will listen to haunted tales, make “boo-tiful” crafts and see a puppet show. The event is for all ages, but best for ages 3-10. 2-3:30 p.m. Free. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library
Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library 10 LEARN A NEW SKILL Sip & Script hosts a Night of Learning Calligraphy event tailored for the season’s favorite food, the pumpkin, at CityLine Plaza. Space is limited. 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online. $70 per person. 1150 State St., Richardson. 972-739-5080. www.citylinedfw.com 15 REWIND TO THE 1960S WITH THIS PERFORMANCE The Eisemann Center presents the Rat Pack in Concert. Brian Duprey stars as Frank Sinatra along with other performers portraying 1960s stars, such as Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Marilyn Monroe, according to the venue’s website. 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online and at the ticket o ce. Prices vary by seats. $45-$75. 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com 15 PLAY WITH YOUR PUP The annual Hu ines Harvest Fest is a two-day event that includes Pawtoberfest, a dog-friendly event, on the rst day and continues to a community-focused festival the next day. Pawtoberfest welcomes dogs to celebrate the new season with canine-
The Cottonwood Art Festival returns to Richardson this October. (Courtesy Cottonwood Art Festival) FEATURED EVENT CELEBRATE ART The Cottonwood Art Festival returns to Richardson Oct. 1-2 for its semiannual art show featuring national artists, according to the event website. It includes entertainment and more. Michelle Mcdowell Smith is the featured artist. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Sat.), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun.). Free (admission). Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson 972-744-4580 www.cottonwoodartfestival.com
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Marketplace Vendors•Pumpkin Patch•Kids Crafts•Costume Contests•Petting Zoo Scarecrow Village•Pawtastic Fun•Live Music•Craft Beer•Fall Treats & more! Huffhines Park, 300 N. Plano Rd. huffhinesharvestfest.com
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