Prairie Lights Glow at Lynn Creek Park
The always-popular two-mile drive featuring four million lights is now open at Lynn Creek Park, 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway, and better than ever with new custom displays.  Displays have audiences smiling in delight with clever new themes.  The out-of-car experience features concessions, carousel rides, gifts and photos with Santa.  More info.
Grand Prairie on the Grow
 A new Tuscany's Pizza and Pasta restaurant is open downtown at 106 W. Main St., Roma's Italian Bistro is scheduled to open downtown in early 2015 and construction is underway on new QuikTrip convenience stores and gas stations and more.  More info.
Holiday Tea at Downton Abbey
This special event for fans of PBS's Downton Abbey series will be on Saturday, Dec. 6, 3 p.m. at the Grand Prairie Main Library, 901 Conover Dr.  Learn about the holiday traditions established by the Victorians Lord and Lady Carnarvon of Highclere Castle that continue to this day.  Attendees will enjoy music and light refreshments.  For info., call 972-237-5700.
2014 City Holiday Ornament
The annual custom-designed 2014 City of Grand Prairie holiday ornament is hand made this year by Rebecca Jensen, wife of Mayor Ron Jensen.  Mrs. Jensen used paper and other natural elements to fashion cones of holiday cheer featuring branches, pennants, glitter and cloth.  The ornaments may be purchased for $10 benefiting the Lone Star Charitable Foundation.  More info.

Wizard of Oz at The Uptown

Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy's imagination in this classic family story at the Uptown Theater, 120 E. Main St.  Performances are Dec. 5-6 and 12-13 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 6-7 and 13-14 at 2 p.m.

Twelve Strays of Christmas

Help the Prairie Paws Animal Adoption Center, 2222 W. Warrior Tr., empty the shelter and give a pet a home for the holidays.  Don't miss the Home for the Howlidays Adopt-a-thon on from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. The celebration will include $15 adoptions, professional photography, a blood drive, family fun and much more. Home for the Howlidays will kick off Prairie Paws' Twelve Strays of Christmas adoption special from Dec. 13-24 (shelter closed Sunday and Monday). During this special, the price of adoptions will correspond with the day's date. For more information, call 972-237-8575. 

Health Screenings for Seniors

Get Fit Grand Prairie is offering a golden opportunity for free health screenings at The Summit, 2975 Esplanade, on Friday, Dec. 12, 9 a.m.-noon.  Posture test, dental screenings, glucose/cholesterol levels, blood pressure, BMI, and more will be available for those 50 years old or older.  More info.
Santa Cop Donations
 The Santa Cop and Santa Spot programs are collecting new, unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items for families in need during the holidays.  More info.
City Events at the Click of a Button
Don't miss a great Grand Prairie happening!  Visit the City of Grand Prairie's online calendar to view all current and upcoming events.
Free Mulch at Landfill
 It is "Mulch Madness at Grand Prairie Landfill,

1102 MacArthur Blvd., now through December where Grand Prairie residents and businesses are allowed unlimited loads of free mulch while supplies last.  The Grand Prairie Landfill is open Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information contact the Grand Prairie Landfill at 972-237-8151 or visit gptx.org/solidwaste.

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

Garbage and Recycling Routes
Garbage and recycling collection days have changed for   some residents.  For the new garbage and recycling map visit gptx.org/newroutes
Pipeline Monthy Newsletter
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
Ordinance Prevents Ice on Streets
 A city ordinance makes it a violation to allow water from an irrigation system or water system to collect on city streets on cold nights when it can form ice and cause hazards for unsuspecting drivers.  The ordinance is designed to encourage residents and businesses to be considerate during very cold weather.  A resident or business that allows significant ice patches to form on city streets should be prepared to face fines.
December
Calendar
City Tree Lighting
Thursday, Dec. 4
See the city Christmas tree come to light during Grand Prairie's Annual City Tree Lighting.  Choir, Santa photos and hot chocolate
6 p.m., City Hall Plaza, 317 College St.
972-237-8100
  

Holiday Story Time

Friday, Dec. 5

10 a.m., Warmack Branch Library, 760 Bardin Rd.

For children 0-5 years old, stories, songs and more.

972-237-5770

Household Haz Waste Collection

Saturday, Dec. 6

9-11 a.m., Development Center, 206 W. Church St.

Registration required at gptx.org/WQ/HHW or call
972-237-8055

Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec. 6, 13

8 a.m.-1 p.m., Market Square, 120 W. Main St.

Santa at the Market - 9 a.m.-noon

Dec. 6 - Empty Bowls benefiting Grand Prairie Food and Clothing Co-op and Lifeline Shelter for Families

Careflite Open House

Saturday, Dec. 6, 13

11 a.m.-3 pm., Careflite - Grand Prairie Municipal Airport, 3110 S. Great Southwest Parkway.

Model railroad, aircraft and ambulances

It's a Cabaret Christmas

Tuesday, Dec. 9

7:30 p.m., Uptown Theater

120 E. Main St.

Featuring Denise Lee, Carolyn Lee Jones, Sara Shelby-Martin and Terry Loftis

Complimentary hors d'oeuvres.

Tickets: $25 advance,
$30 at the door

Benefiting Kids Inc.

972-237-8786

Mama's Party

Monday, Dec. 15

7:30 p.m.

Uptown Theater
120 E. Main St.

Local theater performers, cabaret singers and others sing show tunes.

$5 entry fee goes to charity.

972-237-8786 or uptowntheatergp.com

Puppet Workshops

Tuesday, Dec. 9

Presented by Le Theatre de Marionette

4-5  p.m. , Shotwell Branch Library, 2750 Graham St.

6-7 p.m., Main Library, 901 Conover Dr.

Kids of all ages will enjoy a unique hands-on introduction to puppets and marionettes.

972-237-5700

City Council Meeting

Tuesday, Dec. 9

6:30 p.m., City Hall, 317 College St., 972-237-8035


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