Farmers Market Opening Day April 2
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Grand Prairie Farmers Market opens for the 2016 season 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, at Market Square, 120 W. Main St., featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, honey, pasta, spices, tamales, candles, soaps and more.
Festivities include:
- Live entertainment throughout the day.
- 96.3 KSCS onsite 10 a.m.-noon giving away Kenny Chesney concert tickets.
- Free kettle corn giveaway with market purchase to the first 250 people.
- Free flower and pot giveaway with market purchase to first 250 people.
- Live cooking demo with Grand Prairie's own Master Chef Jr. Jessica Stephens
For more information about the Grand Prairie Farmers Market, call 972-237-4599.
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Strollin' with the Mayor: 2-mile Walk through Downtown
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Grab your walking shoes and meet at Grand Prairie Farmers Market for "Strollin' with the Mayor," a two-mile walk through downtown to kick off opening day for the 2016 Farmers Market season, Saturday, April 2.
Sign up for Strollin' with the Mayor to guarantee your free T-shirt (limited to the first 100 adults).
To participate, gather at 8 a.m. at Market Square, 120 W. Main St., for Mayor Ron Jensen's opening remarks followed by a two-mile stroll through downtown. Mayor Jensen will share the 2016 schedule for the Cyclin' with the Mayor community bike rides.
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Election Information for May 7, 2016
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The following will be on the ballot for the city of Grand Prairie General Election on May 7, 2016:
Council Member, District 4, for a three-year term
- Richard J. Fregoe
- John Lopez
Only registered voters in District 4 are eligible to vote in this election.
Ron Jensen (Mayor) and Jim Swafford (Council Member, District 2) were both unopposed and were declared elected at the March 1, 2016 City Council Meeting.
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Concerts in the Park at The Summit
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Join us for Spring Concerts in Central Park - rain or shine - from 7-9 p.m. on Fridays in April at the Summit Plaza Garden, 2975 Esplanade.
Scheduled to perform Friday, March 25, Memphis Soul is an 8 piece Motown and classic dance band. The band features lead male and female vocals, trumpet, sax, guitar/vocals, bass, keys, and drums. Memphis Soul has opened for, backed and performed with notable musicians including Mary Wilson, Sister Sledge, members of Earth Wind and Fire, and Morris Day and the Time.
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Children 10 and under will hunt for thousands of eggs and prizes Saturday, March 26 at Lynn Creek Park
, 5700 Lake Ridge Pkwy., from 10 a.m.-noon. Kids will be divided into three age groups (5 years and under, 6-8 years, 9-10 years) in three different hunts. The Easter Bunny, Easter arts and crafts, bounce houses and other entertainment will be featured. Event admission is FREE with proof of city residency, or $15 per carload.
More information
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| Grand Prairie Parks, Arts & Recreation presents a free Spring Gardening Series. All classes are free and will take place at the Wings Theater at The Summit, 2975 Esplanade.
March 31, 6:30 p.m.: Landscape Pop Guns
Learn how to make your landscape pop with careful selection and placement of summer color.
Information: 972-237-8100 or GrandFunGP.com |
Easter Sunday Movie at the Uptown!
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Easter Parade (1948)
Sunday, March 27 @ 6:00pm
17 musical numbers, all written by Irving Berlin (ten were standards, while seven were new to this film). Among the many highlights are Astaire's slow-motion version of "Steppin' Out," the Astaire/Garland duet "We're a Couple of Swells," the opening rendition of "Happy Easter," and the closing performance of the title number.
Tickets:
$5 per person,
$10 per family, or
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Low-Cost Pet Vaccinations
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Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-noon
Prairie Paws Animal Adoption Center, 2222 W. Warrior Trail
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Firefighter Friday at Prairie Paws
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 Manny is a 6 year old, brown male, German Shepherd mix. He is altered. Manny was owner surrendered to Prairie Paws Adoption Center on February 23rd 2016. Manny had an embedded collar in his neck which required stitches. He is in the process of healing from this injury but take one look at his face and you know he isn't letting it slow him down or keep him from finding his furever home. Manny is heart worm positive, BUT his treatment is sponsored!! He is still quite active, so don't let his age fool you. He also loves car rides and rides very well in the backseat. He loves treats, and being shown affection. His dream when he grows up is to be a firefighter, so he is grateful the guys at Fire Station 9, could take time out of their day to show him around. If you're interested in meeting Manny and giving him the life he deserves, stop by the shelter during regular business hours to meet him!
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Severe Weather Storm Spotting Class
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The city of Grand Prairie and the city of Irving Emergency Management departments will host the National Weather Service for the SKYWARN severe weather program from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 29 at 801 West Irving Blvd. (the former Irving Central Library), in the auditorium.
The 2016 program will discuss thunderstorm formation and ingredients and features associated with severe and non-severe storms. The program also discusses safety techniques to help keep residents safe when thunderstorms threaten the area. The class is open to official storm spotters, as well as anyone with an interest in learning about severe weather. The class is free of charge, and registration is not required.
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Cultural Art Competition and Scholarship Opportunity
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Grand Prairie Sister Cities International Chapter is hosting a
Cultural Art Competition for high school students who live in Grand Prairie. Students are asked to select a culture in another country to research and develop a painting, drawing or a creative writing piece.
Entry for the competition is free of charge and due on Wednesday, March 30, to participating educators in the high schools, or to City Hall, 317 College St., open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Winning students will be notified before May 1.
Grand Prairie Sister Cities is also offering a $2,000 scholarship to one high school senior with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher who has demonstrated interest in a field that promotes cultural exchange, such as international business or foreign relations. Applicants must be high school students who live in Grand Prairie. Deadline for
scholarship applications is Thursday, March 31.
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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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Friday, March 25
Memphis Soul
Motown and Classic Dance Band
7-9 p.m., The Summit
2975 Esplanade
Free. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. No food or drink.
Concessions available.
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| Saturday, March 26 1-3 p.m.
Kirby Creek Natatorium
3201 Corn Valley Road
972-263-8174
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| Easter Egg-stravaganza Egg Hunt |
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Saturday, March 26
10 a.m.-noon
Lynn Creek Park
5610 Lake Ridge Parkway
Free for Grand Prairie residents.
$15 per carload for non-residents.
972-237-8100 or GrandFunGP.com |
| Saturday, March 26 3-5 p.m.
Prairie Paws Adoption Center Parking Lot
2222 W. Warrior Tr.
972-237-8575 |
| Monday, March 28 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Veterans Event Center
925 Conover Dr.
Free tax help for elderly and low-income residents.
972-237-5700, gptx.org/library |
| Wednesday, March 30 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Veterans Event Center
925 Conover Dr.
Free tax help for elderly and low-income residents.
972-237-5700, gptx.org/library |
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Friday, April 1
Shoot Low Sheriff
7-9 p.m., The Summit
2975 Esplanade
Authentic Western Swing.
Free. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. No food or drink.
Concessions available.
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Saturday, April 2
7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Grand Prairie Landfill
1102 MacArthur
Residents are allowed an unlimited number of trips to the landfill
972-237-8151
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Farmers Market Opening Day and Strollin' with the Mayor
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| Saturday, April 2 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Market Square
120 W. Main St.
972-237-4599, More info.
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Park Master Plan Community Meeting
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| Saturday, April 2 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Farmers Market 120 W. Main St grandfungp.com |
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
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| Saturday, April 2 9-11 a.m.
Development Center Parking Lot
206 W. Church St.
972-237-8055
gptx.org/WQ/HHW |
Free Electronics Recycling
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| Saturday, April 2 9-11 a.m.
Development Center Parking Lot
206 W. Church St.
972-237-8151
gptx.org/recycling |
| Monday, April 4 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Veterans Event Center
925 Conover Dr.
Free tax help for elderly and low-income residents.
972-237-5700, gptx.org/library |
Planning and Zoning Commission
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| Monday, April 4 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, City Council Chambers
972-237-8255 |
| Tuesday, April 5 6:30 p.m., City Hall
317 College St.
972-237-8035, More info.
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| Wednesday, April 6 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Veterans Event Center 925 Conover Dr. Free tax help for elderly and low-income residents. 972-237-5700, gptx.org/library |
Thoroughbred Horse Racing
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| Thursday, April 7 7:05 p.m., Lone Star Park
1000 Lone Star Parkway
972-263-RACE
lonestarpark.com |
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