Richardson | January 2023

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January & February events

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Madison after Madison moves in with Unger to take care of her after a divorce. Showtimes and costs vary. Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 113, Richardson. 972-699-1130. www.richardsontheatrecentre.net 14 TAKE A TOUR OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM NASA Solar System Ambassador Michelle Wilde will talk about how solar systems form and the components that make them up—from planets and asteroids to stars and moons—at the Richardson Public Library’s Basement Program Room. The event is intended for students in grades 3-8 and includes the opportunity to win handouts and other prizes. 2-3 p.m. Free (registration required). Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library 19 SHARE IN SOME TEXAS PRIDE The Richardson Community Band is putting on its “Made in Texas” performance. Meant to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the performance includes works commissioned from Texas composer David Lovrien, along with other Lone Star classics. 3-5 p.m. Free. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. https://richardsoncommunityband.org/ eisemann-center

will include panel discussions for rst responders and symposiums with local experts on Feb. 8 as well as two sensory- inclusive performances by Kevin Spencer, a magician and educator, on Feb. 11. This event was created to raise awareness and open a dialogue about mental health and wellness. Free. Registration requested through the Eisemann Center Ticket Oce. 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/events-tickets 10 THROUGH 19 CATCH A MUSICAL The Repertory Company Theatre puts on a musical adaptation of a Hollywood lm with “Ghost the Musical.” Based on the plot of the 1990 Bruce Joel Rubin lm, the musical follows the story of a couple whose connection continues even after the untimely death of one of them. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sundays). $32 (adults), $18 (teens). New Driegert Theatre, 770 N. Coit Road, Richardson. 972-690-5029. www.rcttheatre.com 10 THROUGH 26 WATCH A CLASSIC COMEDY ON STAGE The Richardson Theatre Centre puts on a production of the female version of the Neil Simon comedy “The Odd Couple.” The play follows clashing personalities of friends Florence Unger and Olive

FEB. 08

CHECK IN ON YOUR HEART HEALTH METHODIST RICHARDSON MEDICAL CENTER

In honor of American Heart Month, the Methodist Richardson Medical Center is hosting a “heart smart” event at its campus. At the event, residents can hear from Richardson police and re department leaders as well as those from the medical center about the latest heart health-related technologies and heart disease interventions. Visitors can also enter in a chance to win an Apple Watch and a KardiaMobile device. 4-5 p.m. Free. 2831 E. President George Bush Tollway, Richardson. https://bit.ly/3kE0yyp

JANUARY 31 FIND OUT ABOUT FLYING CARS The Richardson Public Library is hosting another installment of its Lunchtime Lecture series focused on the story of ying cars. A presentation from Vernon Porter in the Basement Program Room will walk residents through the history of the concept and provide details on his own eort to build a ying vehicle. 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Free. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive,

Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library FEBRUARY 06 THROUGH 11 TAKE CARE OF YOUR WELLNESS The city of Richardson and the Charles W. Eisemann Center are hosting a weeklong mental wellness symposium. Called “Access+Inclusion 23: A Road Toward Mental Wellness,” the multivenue event

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Eisemann Center for Performing Arts in Richardson 2351 Performance Drive Richardson, Texas 75082

2022-2023 Remaining Season Schedule

Maestro Clay Couturiaux Music Director & Conductor

February 4, 2023 Fascinating Rhythm

March 4, 2023 Stars of the Future

April 15, 2023 Season Finale Concert

Tickets available by calling 972-744-4650 or online at: eisemanncenter.com

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