Calendar

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

April 23, 2019, 6:45 PM - 9:00 PM @ City Hall

RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 24 -Rowlett Diversity and Inclusion Commission

April 24, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ City Hall Conference Room

Easter Eggstravaganza Postponed to April 20

April 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Pecan Grove Park

Grab your Easter basket and hippity-hop over to Pecan Grove Park to hunt for over 20,000 treat-filled Easter eggs. At this free event you will enjoy face painting, bounce houses, photos with the Easter Bunny, and much more! Pancakes will also be for sale during the event! Egg hunts are categorized by age groups and are scheduled at various times throughout the event. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be held on Saturday, April 20. The times for the age groups are: Babies to 3 years 10:30 AM (Family allowed to assist) 4 to 6 years 10:45 AM (1 parent allowed to assist) 7 and up 11:00 AM (No parents allowed) Angel Kids 11:15 AM (Family allowed to assist)

Easter Pup-a-Palooza Postponed to April 20

April 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Herfurth Park

Join us at Scentral Bark in Herfurth Park for our annual Easter Pup-A-Palooza. Dogs of all sizes are invited to hunt for eggs filled with doggie treats and special prize eggs. Remember to bring your furry friends Easter basket, leash, and proof of rabies vaccination. The event will include: Pictures with the Easter Bunny Egg Hunt (plastic eggs filled with dog treats) Separate off-leash egg hunt areas for large and small dogs Dog Contests - "Look-a-Like", "Best Trick" & "Best Dressed" Please call the Rowlett Community Centre at 972-412-6170 for additional information and to register your pup for this event!

Keep Rowlett Beautiful's Electronic Recycling & Document Shred Day

April 27, 2019, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Rowlett High School parking lot

Kid Fish

April 27, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Rowlett Community Park

The Rowlett Parks and Recreation Department is proud to once again host Kid Fish! Community Park Pond will be stocked with 500 pounds of adult catfish prior to the event. Prizes will be awarded to “First Fish Caught” and “Longest Fish Caught” in the following age groups: 0-4 years old, 5 to 9 years old, and 10 to 14 years old. A fishing license (for kiddos under 17 years of age) or registration is not required for this event. We are asking that all participants practice catch and release. Bring your own fishing tackle, bait, and lawn chairs. All fishing must be done from the banks only. The Award ceremony will be held promptly at 12:05 PM at the pavilion!

Cardboard Boat Regatta

April 27, 2019, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ Rowlett Community Park

Community Park will be full of spectators waiting to see who will float, sink, or swim at the “Rowlett Cardboard Boat Regatta”. Contestants make boats out of cardboard & tape and will rely on their inventions to keep them afloat as they race across Community Park Pond. Pre-registration is required & all teams will need to collect their own cardboard. Life vests are mandatory for all team members. Trophies will be awarded to the winners! Age Groups: Youth (8-13); Adult (14+) Boat Size: 3-5 crew members Interested in registering a boat? Call the Rowlett Community Centre at 972-412-6170 or email Lindsay Prasifka to obtain information on the event rules and boat building basics prior to registering! *Perfect team-building activity for schools, churches, local businesses, sports teams, families and friends!*

Preschool Story Time

April 18, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

For 3-5 year old kids who are ready to sit and listen to a story. This story time offers books, music, and a craft. Caregivers also learn valuable information on how to continue building literacy at home.

Preschool Story Time

April 18, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

For 3-5 year old kids who are ready to sit and listen to a story. This story time offers books, music, and a craft. Caregivers also learn valuable information on how to continue building literacy at home.

Crazy 8s Math Club

April 18, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Math meets mischief at this recreational math club focusing on collaborative fun instead of worksheets! For 3rd to 5th grade levels.

Geek Out

April 18, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Adults challenge one another in competitive board game play at this fun adults only game night.

Friday Flicks

April 19, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Relax and enjoy a movie that’s fun for the whole family. April 5: Wall-E April 12: Rise of the Guardians April 19: Peter Rabbit April 26: Sing

Hop into Spring

April 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Watch Hop and make a spring time craft.

Baby Story Time

April 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

A lapsit story time featuring developmentally appropriate books, rhymes, and music encouraging early literacy skills between caregivers and children under age 2.

Baby Story Time

April 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

A lapsit story time featuring developmentally appropriate books, rhymes, and music encouraging early literacy skills between caregivers and children under age 2.

Little Crazy 8s Math Club

April 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Nothing like your usual math club! This recreational, after-school math club helps kids enjoy the math behind their favorite activities like building glow in the dark structures or cracking secret spy codes. Kindergarten through 2nd grade levels.

Toddler Story Time

April 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

An interactive story time with books, music, and movement for children 2-3 years old. This high-engagement story time instills a love for the Library and literacy at an early age.

Toddler Story Time

April 24, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

An interactive story time with books, music, and movement for children 2-3 years old. This high-engagement story time instills a love for the Library and literacy at an early age.

Whatever on Wednesdays

April 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

A time for teens to hang-out, talk with friends, play games, and more! For ages 13-18.

Preschool Story Time

April 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

For 3-5 year old kids who are ready to sit and listen to a story. This story time offers books, music, and a craft. Caregivers also learn valuable information on how to continue building literacy at home.

Preschool Story Time

April 25, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

For 3-5 year old kids who are ready to sit and listen to a story. This story time offers books, music, and a craft. Caregivers also learn valuable information on how to continue building literacy at home.

Crazy 8s Math Club

April 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Math meets mischief at this recreational math club focusing on collaborative fun instead of worksheets! For 3rd to 5th grade levels.

Friday Flicks

April 26, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Relax and enjoy a movie that’s fun for the whole family. April 5: Wall-E April 12: Rise of the Guardians April 19: Peter Rabbit April 26: Sing

Celebrate Día

April 27, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Learn about diversity in children’s literature at a multicultural Día celebration.

Rowlett Sings

April 27, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Rowlett Community Centre

Rowlett Sings Vocal Talent Contest Final live performances!

Baby Story Time

April 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

A lapsit story time featuring developmentally appropriate books, rhymes, and music encouraging early literacy skills between caregivers and children under age 2.

Baby Story Time

April 30, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Rowlett Public Library

A lapsit story time featuring developmentally appropriate books, rhymes, and music encouraging early literacy skills between caregivers and children under age 2.

Little Crazy 8s Math Club

April 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rowlett Public Library

Nothing like your usual math club! This recreational, after-school math club helps kids enjoy the math behind their favorite activities like building glow in the dark structures or cracking secret spy codes. Kindergarten through 2nd grade levels.

Trip to the US Mint and Ft. Worth Stockyards

April 19, 2019, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Out to Lunch Bunch

April 23, 2019, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM