Branch Review
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS
check out the Finished Rec Center
Our Parks staff is excited to announce the completion of the Community Recreation Center second phase renovation!
The entire second floor has been fully updated with new flooring and lighting, an updated cardio fitness area and a stretch area. The locker rooms have received a full renovation with enhanced amenities such as Dyson hair dryers, and the coffee lounge has reopened and includes new furniture and decor.
The overall project – which also updated the lobby, Kids Zone, 9,100-square-foot fitness area, meeting rooms and indoor basketball courts – has created a sleek new interior. All community members are invited to visit and tour the facility, and full-access memberships start at only $15 per month.
General Election
MAYORAL CANDIDATES
Terry Lynne Jaime Rivas
CITY COUNCIL PLACE 2 CANDIDATES
Martin Baird Jacob Griffin
EARLY VOTING, APRIL 24 – MAY 2
Manske Library
April 24-29 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
April 30 12 - 6 p.m.
May 1-2 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
ELECTION DAY, MAY 6 Manske Library 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
The last day to register to vote is April 6, and you must apply for mail-by-ballot by April 25. For more information, visit dallascountyvotes.org.
Holiday Hours
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 7
Rec Center closes at 5 p.m.
Aquatics Center closes at 5 p.m.
Animal Adoption Center is closed
City Hall is closed
Historical Park is closed
Manske Library is closed
Garbage / recycling will be collected
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 9
City facilities are closed
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Free Events
DENTON DRIVE LIVE!
Saturday, April 15 | 6-10 p.m.
The Grove at Mustang Station
The award-winning concert series, Denton Drive Live!, will kick off its fourth season with ZZ Tex, followed by Seger System!
Denton Drive Live! features the hottest live music in DFW from April to July. Each concert is free and includes free kids activities such as face painting and balloon artists. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase.
For more information, and to view the 2023 lineup, visit dentondrivelive.com.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY WEEKEND SERIES
Visit farmersbranchliving.com to register for the following events.
LAWN GAMES
Saturday, April 15 | 12:30-5:30 p.m. | Historical Park
Stop by for a friendly game of washers, horseshoes and giant pick-up sticks. Or, make an afternoon of it and bring a picnic. Bragging rights will be awarded!
CHALK THE PARK
Sunday, April 16 | 12:30-5:30 p.m. | Historical Park
Is there a budding artist in the family? Have them leave their mark! Chalk will be provided.
COME FLY A KITE
Sunday, April 30 | 12:30-5:30 p.m. | Historical Park
Bring your kite and enjoy an afternoon soaring in the park’s meadow. Take home free instructions on how to make your own kite.
FISHIN’ FUN
Saturday, April 29 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Gussie Field Watterworth Park Ages 16 and under | Bate provided; poles available for borrow
Gather up the kids for a morning of fishing and outdoor fun!
Rawhide Creek will be stocked with over a ton of farm-raised catfish and bluegill, and prizes will be awarded in three age categories. For more information, visit farmersbranchtx.gov/fishinfun.
BULK PICKUP Week
During Bulk Pickup Week, April 3-7, the Green Grabber will pick up bulk items such as furniture, large appliances, and other items that cannot be placed in a garbage bag. Visit farmersbranchtx.gov/brushbulky for more information.
City Projects
The City website has new pages to better explain the status of the most prominent public projects, such as new construction and renovations. This includes various parks, The Branch Connection and the Justice Center.
To view a listing of projects by City department, scan the code or visit farmersbranchtx.gov and do a search for “city development projects.” These pages include photos, maps and projected completion dates.
Stay
Kids in the Kitchen
Sunday, April 2 | 1-3 p.m. | Historical Park Ages 7-14 | $50 per kid; pre-registration required
Here Comes Peter Cottontail … Bunny Cake! Students will learn the basics of cake decorating, including buttercream techniques and fondant accents, in this adorable class. Each child will decorate and take home a small multi-layer bunny cake. Register at farmersbranchliving.com.
Hello, Dolly!
April 6-23 | Firehouse Theatre | Tickets start at $28 In this musical filled with charisma and heart, matchmaker Dolly Levi is a widow, matchmaker, and professional meddler — but everything changes when she decides that the next match she needs to make is for herself. Set in New York City at the turn of the century, Hello Dolly! is boisterous and charming from start to finish.
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