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Affordable Spay/Neuter for Pets - Appointments Required

September 27, 2019, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM @ Spay/Neuter Clinic

Schedule your appointment to have your pet spayed or neutered at an affordable cost. Pets are dropped off by 8 a.m. and picked up the same day. Services provided by Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP).

Affordable Vaccinations for Pets - No Appointments Needed

September 27, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Irving Animal Care Campus

Available services include vaccinations, microchipping, heartworm testing, heartworm prevention and flea/tick control. A full set of annual vaccinations for a cat or dog is just $25! Services provided by Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP).

Red Cross Lifeguard Class

September 26, 2019 - September 29, 2019 @ North Lake Natatorium

Want to learn skills that will help you save lives? Become a certified lifeguard.

Prerequisite: Minimum age 15. Successful skills test, which includes 300-yard continuous swim; a 10-pound brick retrieval from 7 to 10 feet depth of water followed by a 20-yard return carrying the brick; and treading water for two minutes without using hands. Test must be completed one week before class or must have instructor approval.

Successful completion of the course will result in American Red Cross Life Guard/First Aid, CPR-Professional Rescuer, and AED certifications.

Register in person at the North Lake Aquatic Center, 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd. For more information, call Aquatics Coordinator Daniel Farran at (469) 446-0201 or Chris Trevino at (469) 435-1626.
* Scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis.

In the Arts Center's Galleries

September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019 @ Irving Arts Center

Free guided gallery tours are offered at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday and at 2:30 p.m. every Sunday.
* Horizons – Sparky Campanella | Carpenter Lobby Gallery | Sept. 14 – Nov. 10
* Traditional and Contemporary Indian Art | Focus Gallery | Sept. 14 – Nov. 10
* Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill Photographs by Jerry Dantzic | Main Gallery | Sept. 14 – Nov. 17
* Some Illustrator: Pictures by Melissa Sweet | Dupree Lobby | Sept. 7 – Jan. 26

For more information, visit the Irving Arts Center's Exhibitions page.

The Royal Dilemma, presented by MainStage

September 13, 2019 - September 28, 2019 @ Dupree Theater

Scripted in English and complete with music, dance and drama, “The Royal Dilemma” is produced by MainStage along with the ThinkIndia Foundation. The result of this collaboration is an enthralling musical where imagination takes flight. Travel to distant lands and bygone times on a detective mission rubbing shoulders with kings and princes. Delve into the minds of the colorful characters, from the pauper to the king, from the priest to the thief, and hear the melody of human nature echoing across their stories.

Home-School Happenings: Inspired Illustrations, The Art of Bookmaking

September 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Suite 200

Home-School Happenings is a quarterly educational program for area home-school families. Activities include a tour of current exhibitions, followed by in-depth art explorations of featured artworks. Families and children of all ages can enjoy the variety of art activities led by art instructors, in addition to docent-led tours. All supplies are provided, including educator resources for parents.

ArcAttack! Engineering

September 27, 2019, All Day @ Carpenter Hall

Part rock concert and part science experiment, the crew of ArcAttack use their high-tech wizardry to generate an electrifying performance featuring the original singing Tesla coils. In this engaging show, audience members will have the opportunity to help the ArcAttack band fix their broken instruments, getting them out on tour. The group and the audience will need to use the scientific method, apply critical thinking skills, and use the rules of engineering to fix the gear. The show must go on, but they need help to pull off such an epic rock show.

Double Trouble, presented by NGM Entertainment

September 28, 2019, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Carpenter Hall

A Nigerian scammer promises Im Hussein and Abou Hussein $1.5 million, with strings attached. The two fall for the swindle and deplete their savings account to comply. Confusion reigns when a man arrives with a shocking claim. Then the authorities come to investigate. And yet another man shows up, adding to the carnival of chaos, laced generously with Im Hussein’s signature comedic input.

Meet Me on the Meadow, presented by Kathak Rhythms

September 29, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Carpenter Hall

The Kathak-based musical portrays an epic love tale through music and dance. In the story, a gorgeous girl often losing herself in the thoughts of Vrindavan chances upon beautiful love on the meadow. Love blossoms, then she meets an uphill road of separation where mortal challenges of suspicion and fear dislocate her poise. Will she endure it? Will they rise in love? The show takes from the Radha-Krishna metaphor, leaving the audience with a liberating message in a sensory journey of music, poetry and dance.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

September 23, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

Do you enjoy adult coloring? If so, come chill with us. Enjoy soothing music while exploring the joy of coloring. All supplies provided. No children, please.

Meditation Workshop

September 24, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ West Irving Library Storytime Room

Feeling stressed? Find peace within, learn to meditate and find balance with guided meditation. This free program is presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation.

Unicorns in Space! Book Club discusses Fantasy & Science Fiction: International Works

September 24, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ West Irving Library Meeting Room

If you enjoy science fiction or fantasy, from space opera to high fantasy, steampunk to just plain weird, then join us for book talk with Unicorns in Space.

Find Inner Peace: Meditation (English/Spanish)

September 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ South Irving Library Program Room

Discover the inner self, understand your connection to the universe, and achieve your highest potential through the practice of meditation. Presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Meets each Wednesday. Non-Spanish speakers and all ages are welcome.

Plan On It: Monthly Planner Meetup

September 28, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ South Irving Library Program Room

Need some dedicated time to get organized? Plan On It is a monthly meetup group where you can schedule out your month with others and share ideas and techniques. Basic supplies are provided or you can bring your own. Each member must have their own planner or bullet journal. The group meets on the last Saturday of the month and is open to adults and teens.

Cook the Book Club: The Whole Smiths Good Food

September 28, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes or cooking techniques? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes? Then hang onto your spatula! We select the cookbook, you choose and make a recipe, and we all partake. You don’t have to be a gourmet chef to participate. Novices will have the chance to learn from more experienced cooks, and experienced cooks will have a chance to show off and share their amazing skills. No children, please.

Our featured cookbook for the September meeting is The Whole Smiths: Good Food Cookbook by Michelle Smith. Stop by the Valley Ranch Library information desk to register for the book club and pick your recipe.

Book Lover's Happy Hour

September 30, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ South Irving Library Meeting Room #1

This informal book club will discuss contemporary updates of time-honored classics.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

September 30, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

Do you enjoy adult coloring? If so, come chill with us. Enjoy soothing music while exploring the joy of coloring. All supplies provided. No children, please.

Yoga for Success

September 26, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ South Irving Library Meeting Room #2

In September, Isha Foundation instructors present this series featuring simple yoga for ages 7 through adult. The Isha Foundation recommends attending class on an empty stomach. Please bring your own yoga mat and towel.

Fair Day @ West Irving Library

September 28, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ West Irving Library Meeting Room

Get ready for an afternoon of games, prizes, food, train rides, a demonstration with miniature horses, and more! For all ages.

Dear Sweet Pea Launch Party

September 30, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ South Irving Library Meeting Room #2

Julie Murphy, author of Dumplin' and other bestselling young adult novels, is launching her first middle grade novel. Join us to celebrate the debut of her book Dear Sweet Pea!

Perot Museum Tech Truck

September 25, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ East Branch Library

Discover aerodynamics and engineering by building a motorized remote-controlled hovercraft from recycled materials.

Discover with Me Workshop: Morning

September 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM @ South Irving Library Meeting Room #1

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1 to 3 years old are invited to a stimulating educational series with unstructured play and an opportunity to talk with a children's specialist. Discover with Me workshops are on Thursdays, with two sessions: 10:30-11:45 a.m. and 4:30-5:45 p.m. In meeting rooms 1-3.

Discover with Me Workshop: Afternoon

September 26, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM @ South Irving Library Meeting Room #1

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1 to 3 years old are invited to a stimulating educational series with unstructured play and an opportunity to talk with a children's specialist. Discover with Me workshops are on Thursdays, with two sessions: 10:30-11:45 a.m. and 4:30-5:45 p.m. In meeting rooms 1-3.

Art Attack

September 27, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ South Irving Library Program Room

Kids in grades K-5 unleash their creativity as we explore different art techniques.

Play, Learn, and Grow: Build It

September 28, 2019, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ East Branch Library

Build with Legos and other materials, and try out the Code-a-pillars and Bee-Bots.

Los niños construirán con Legos y otros materiales, tambien podran usar los Code-a-pillars y los Bee-Bots.

Y'ALL: Young Adult Library Leaders

September 26, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

Join Young Adult Library Leaders and help the Valley Ranch Library plan and implement teen programs while earning volunteer hours. Applications are available at the information desk. Grades 8-12.

Girls Who Code

September 28, 2019, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ Valley Ranch Library Meeting Room

Girls in grades 6-12 are invited to learn coding and related topics. Registration is required. Participants must bring their own laptops. Please call (972) 721-4669 for more information.

Supplemental Benefit Plan

September 23, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ First Floor City Council Conference Room

ICVB Board

September 23, 2019, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM @ Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

Self-Insurance Claims Board

September 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Fourth Floor Strategic Briefing Room

Library Board

September 23, 2019, 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM @ South Irving Library Board Room

Board of Health

September 23, 2019, 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM @ First Floor Conference Room

Animal Services Advisory Committee

September 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Multipurpose Room

Citizen Bond Task Force Committee

September 24, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ First Floor City Council Conference Room

Work Session Building and Standards Commission

September 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ First Floor City Council Conference Room

Building and Standards Commission

September 26, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ City Council Chambers

After School Program - Registration Continues Until Spaces are Full

August 6, 2019 - September 30, 2019

Registration for the upcoming After School Program will continue at area recreation centers as space permits. Elementary school students will participate in a variety of activities including gym games, crafts and homework time in a safe and supervised environment. An afternoon snack is provided daily. The program is offered on school days between the hours of 3:15-6 p.m. at Cimarron, Georgia Farrow, Lee, Mustang, Northwest and Senter Park recreation centers. Space is limited for these programs. Please check with your neighborhood recreation center for a list of participating schools or to register in person. Online registration is available at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/irvingrec

Hunter Ferrell Landfill Opens at 9 a.m.

September 25, 2019, All Day @ 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.