Warmack Library Spring Programs
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Enjoy free spring programs at the Warmack Library, 760 Bardin Road.
Saturday, March 14
Create a Baby Gift Set
For ages 16 and older. Register at 972-237-5772.
Saturday, March 21
Spring Bling - make a bracelet and pair of earrings
For ages 16 and older. Register at 972-237-5772.
Thursday, March 26
Pizza & Pets
Veterinarian Wes Hayes explains how to have happy, healthy pets. Pizzaiolo's will provide pizza.
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"Spring Break Me Outta Here"
Animal Adoption Special
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 With the school year ending, weather warming and flowers blooming, spring can be the best time to start something new. For many, spring is the ideal season to bring a new pet into the home. If that's true for you, Prairie Paws Animal Adoption Center, 2222 W. Warrior Tr., encourages you to make it a shelter pet and invites you to take advantage of the "Spring Break Me Outta Here" special.
The week of Spring Break, Tuesday, March 10-Saturday, March 14, all adoptable pets will be available for $15.
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Low Cost Vaccination Clinic
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Low cost vaccinations for dogs and cats will be offered on Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m. at the Prairie Paws Animal Adoption Center, 2222 W. Carrier Parkway.
Vaccinations Offered and Pricing:
For dogs:
DA2PPv and Rabies - $25
Rabies - $10
DA2PPv (Distemper/Parvo) - $20
Bordetella (Kennel Cough) - $13
For cats:
FRCP-C and Rabies - $25
Rabies - $10
FRCP-C (Feline 4-way combo) - $20
FeLV - $13
Microchip - $16.50
In addition to vaccinations, other low cost services are available. For more information, call 972-237-8575.
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Unlimited Landfill Visits at Trash Off
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Clean house and get rid of your junk during the next Trash Off at the Grand Prairie Landfill on Saturday, April 4. Residents are allowed an unlimited number of trips to the landfill on this special day from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Grand Prairie Police Now Hiring
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The Grand Prairie Police Department is now hiring.
Next Test Date: April 11, 2015
Application Deadline: April 3, 2015
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 Celebrate spring with an egg hunt!
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m.-noon
Lynn Creek Park, 5700 Lake Ridge Parkway
972-237-8100
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Easter Egg Swim at Kirby Creek
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Bring the kids for an easter egg extravaganza on Saturday, April 4, 1-3 p.m. at Kirby Creek Natatorium, 3201 Corn Valley Dr. Enjoy an easter egg hunt in the heated indoor pool, face painting and a bounce house. Cost is $3 per person (children younger than 2 are free). Parents may swim with their children. For more information, call 972-263-8174.
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 Learn to become a storm spotter.
Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Grand Prairie Public Safety Building (2nd floor)
1525 Arkansas Lane
The effects of severe weather are felt every year by many Americans. To obtain critical weather information, NOAA's National Weather Service (NWS) established Skywarn with partner organizations. Skywarn is a volunteer program with nearly 290,000 trained severe weather spotters. These volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather to the National Weather Service.
Anyone interested in learning more about how to identify the potential for severe weather, or interested in becoming a storm spotter, will want to attend this FREE event hosted by the City of Grand Prairie and presented by the National Weather Service. Training topics include:
- Basics of thunderstorm development
- Fundamentals of storm structure
- How to identify potential severe weather features
- Information to report
- How to report information
- Basic severe weather safety
For more information, email Anthony Guthrie. |
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|  Join Grand Prairie Mayor Ron Jensen for a 2-mile stroll through downtown Grand Prairie as Farmers Market opens it's 2015 season Saturday, March 28 at 8 a.m.
"Strollin' with the Mayor" is part of the city's Get Fit GP citywide wellness initiative connecting residents to local resources for improving health through physical fitness and healthy food options. The Grand Prairie Farmers Market, 120 W. Main St., is open March through December, featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, honey, pasta, spices, tamales, homemade candles, soaps and more. |
Historic Copeland Home Open House
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| Saturday, March 21
 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
125 SW Dallas St.
Presented by the Grand Prairie Historical Organization
Tours and information about this quaint 100-plus-year-old home
972-595-5403
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Rain Barrel Making Class March 21
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 Learn how to make a rain barrel and recycle water for your landscape Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m.-noon, at the "Make it and Take it Rainwater Barrel Class," Grand Prairie Public Works Training Center, 317 N. Belt Line Road. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. The cost of the class and materials is $40 for Grand Prairie residents and $55 for non-residents. To register, call 972-237-8377 or email
Sylvia Salazar
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Tangle Ridge and Prairie Lakes Golf Courses Offer Winter Specials
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 Winter golf specials are available at Tangle Ridge Golf Course, 818 Tangle Ridge Dr., and Prairie Lakes Golf Course, 3202 SE 14th St.
More info.
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City Events at the Click of a Button
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Don't miss a great Grand Prairie happening! Visit the City of Grand Prairie's
online calendar to view all current and upcoming events.
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| Neighborhood Info. at Your Fingertips |
|  Grand Prairie's new My Neighborhood web tool allows you to find out information about your neighborhood including your City Council district, City Council representative, school district, voter precinct, county, garbage and recycling days, water days, brush pickup days, nearest library and nearest park. Go to gptx.org/MyNeighborhood
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Pipeline Monthly Newsletter
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The Pipeline water bill newsletter mails out monthly to residents who receive paper water bills. The newsletter is filled with city news and events. To view the Pipeline water bill newsletter online go to:
gptx.org/pipeline
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| Colors are Crayons in the Landscape |
| Thursday, March 12 6:30-8 p.m. Main Library, 901 Conover Dr. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Saturday, March 14 9 a.m., Charley Taylor Recreation Center, 601 E. Grand Prairie Rd.
To register, call 972-264-6890
grandfungp.com |
| Spay Neuter Network Vaccination Clinic |
| Saturday, March 14 10 a.m.-noon Prairie Paws Adoption Center Conference Room
2222 W. Warrior Tr. 972-237-8575 |
| Monday, March 16 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Main Library,
901 Conover Dr. Volunteers from AARP provide free tax assistance to low-income and elderly residents.
Bring last year's tax return as well as 1099's and W-2's. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Monday, March 16 7 p.m., City Hall 317 College St.
972-237-8255 |
| Tuesday, March 17 6:30 p.m., City Hall 317 College St. 972-237-8255 |
| Wednesday, March 18 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Main Library,
901 Conover Dr. Volunteers from AARP provide free tax assistance to low-income and elderly residents.
Bring last year's tax return as well as 1099's and W-2's. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Thursday, March 19 6:30-8 p.m. Main Library, 901 Conover Dr. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| March 20-22. 27-29 Presented by the Grand Prairie Arts Council 8 p.m., Uptown Theater 120 E. Main St. Tickets: 972-237-8786 or artsgp.org |
| Monday, March 23 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Main Library,
901 Conover Dr. Volunteers from AARP provide free tax assistance to low-income and elderly residents.
Bring last year's tax return as well as 1099's and W-2's. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Wednesday, March 25 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Main Library,
901 Conover Dr. Volunteers from AARP provide free tax assistance to low-income and elderly residents.
Bring last year's tax return as well as 1099's and W-2's. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Thursday, March 26 6:30-8 p.m. Main Library, 901 Conover Dr. 972-237-5700 or gptx.org/library |
| Saturday, March 28 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 120 W. Main St. 972-237-4599 or gptx.org/farmersmarket |
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Water Restrictions
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Click the link to see what restrictions are in effect in the City of Grand Prairie.
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