Calendar

International Day of Friendship

July 30, 2021, All Day

International Day of Friendship, proclaimed in 2011 by the U.N. General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.

A History of Walls: The Borders We Build

June 12, 2021 - August 14, 2021 @ Irving Archives and Museum

“A History of Walls” features a closer look at four historically significant walls: the Great Wall of China, the Berlin Wall, the Israel/West Bank Barrier, and the US/Mexico Border Wall.

Each wall is examined as a historical, political, and cultural phenomenon. The exhibit puts a special focus on the lives of people affected by these imposing and oftentimes dangerous structures. Visitors will find themselves challenged to consider the role of walls in their lives, whether those walls are far away or right next door.

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In the Arts Center's Galleries

July 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021 @ Galleries

* Susan Kindley & Hugh Adams: Recent Work | Dupree Lobby | July 17- Sept. 25
* 21st Annual Art Connection Members’ Show | Main, Focus Gallery | July 24-Aug. 21
* 36th Annual Texas and Neighbors Five State Competition | Main Gallery | Through July 10
* Amy Werntz: Portraits | Focus Gallery | Through July 10
* Lonesome Dove: Photographs by Bill Wittliff | Dupree Lobby Gallery | Through July 10
* Sol Hill: Signal from Noise | Carpenter Gallery | Through July 24
* Robert Batson: New Works | Courtyard Gallery | Through Sept. 25

Open noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Free to view.

Me & Jezebel

July 23, 2021 - August 7, 2021 @ Dupree Theater

Four-time winner of the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer Kanak Chapa performs live in Carpenter Hall.

Cook the Book Club Serves Up Selected Recipes

July 31, 2021, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

For those who love browsing through cookbooks, trying new recipes and cooking techniques, hang on to that spatula! Each month, the group selects a cookbook and participants choose a different recipe to make. New members and all levels are welcome. Novices have the chance to learn from more experienced cooks, and seasoned cooks can show off and share their amazing skills. For more information, please call (972) 721-4669. This book club is for ages 18 and older.

Public Meeting: North Delaware Creek Channel Improvements

July 28, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Jack D. Huffman Community Building

The City of Irving is proposing channel improvements for North Delaware Creek, from SH-183 to Finley Road, supported by the Drainage Solutions for a Better Tomorrow Program. This notice advises the public that the city will be conducting an in-person Public Meeting on the project. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 28 at the Jack D. Huffman Community Building, 801 W. Irving Blvd.

Public comments are encouraged and may be provided at the public meeting or online through the website. Following the public meeting, the July 28 presentation will be made available for download from the website. For more information about the project, call the Capital Improvement Program Department at (972) 721-2611, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Parents Night Out

July 30, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Lee Park Recreation Center

Parents can take a break while the kids (grades K-5) are busy with a variety of activities. Reservations are required each Friday by 1 p.m.

Parents Night Out

July 30, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Northwest Park Recreation Center

Parents can take a break while the kids (grades K-5) are busy with a variety of activities. Reservations are required each Friday by 1 p.m.

Tip-A-Cop to Support Special Olympics Texas

July 29, 2021, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Texas Roadhouse

Irving Police Officers involved in the Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run will be working hard to serve you and collect donations for Special Olympics Texas, a year-round movement that provides sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Donations will help support athletes in this community!

Hunter Ferrell Landfill Opens at 9 a.m.

July 28, 2021, 9:00 AM - 9:05 AM @ Hunter Ferrell Municipal Solid Waste Landfill

The Hunter Ferrell Landfill Scalehouse and Administration Complex opens at 9 a.m. the last Wednesday of each month to accommodate staff training.