Several downtown Garland retail shops are joining forces to host an ongoing First Saturday event that begins Sept. 2. Bohemian Glow, Trims and Treasures, Wild Grace, Ivy Cottage and Finders Keepers by Monica are participating in the event and will offer a great...
Don’t miss ‘The Godfather’ film series at Plaza Theatre
Mark your calendars for the free screening of “The Godfather” film series at the Plaza Theatre in downtown Garland Aug. 18 at 7 p.m., Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 20 at 2 p.m. Often referred to as an ‘epic masterpiece’ this three-film series is on the don’t miss lists...
Finders Keepers, unique downtown Garland shop
After earning a degree in Interior Design and Architecture from the University of North Texas in 1992, Monica Keepers began working in the home decorating and design business the next year. She started the retail side of her business under the name of Finders...
‘North x Northwest’ at Plaza Theater
In classic Alfred Hitchcock fashion, North x Northwest, with Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint, offers thrills, suspense, excitement and romance, with a dash of comedy. Grant is No. 2 on the list of the top 25 greatest male screen legends. Saint won an Academy Award for...
Heritage Celebration fun for everyone
The temperature was a little low and the wind a little high, but that didn’t stop people from coming out to the recent Garland Heritage Celebration. The event provided activities for all age groups and everyone had a great time. Music lovers were treated to...
Downtown Garland earns listing on National Register of Historic Places
The Garland Downtown Historic District in Garland, Dallas County, was recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Texas Historical Commission assisted in the nomination of this district in recognition of its importance to the history of Garland...
Celebrate Small Business Week at Downtown Business Trail event
The Garland Chamber of Commerce will kick off Small Business Week with the Downtown Business Trail event Tuesday, May 2, 4 pm. - 7:30 p.m. Participants will pick up a map at Intrinsic Brewery & Smokehouse that highlights 18 downtown businesses. Visit at...
Tow Mater to make appearance at Wheels of Hope Car Show
The area’s most unique car show for a cause rolls into town Saturday, April 29. But the third Wheels of Hope will not only bring with it classic cars, more than 20 opportunities to win prizes, impressive raffle items and live music. This year’s event will also bring...
Fish & Tails Oyster Bar enjoys success in downtown Garland
Last year when Guillermo Torres was looking for a place to open a restaurant, he saw the property at 620 Main St. in downtown Garland and felt it had great potential. He especially liked that it was on a corner. Guillermo and his brothers Miguel and Roberto...
East side of square: Demolish or renovate?
Garland City Council members will likely vote on whether to demolish the historic buildings on the east side of the square after a March 21 public hearing during which opponents of demolition will have a chance to make alternate proposals. Those in favor of a...
Another Garland area advances toward National Register of Historic Places
After decades of starts and stops, Garland, for the second time in four months, has had a district cleared for approval to the prestigious National Register of Historic Places. In Houston, Saturday, Jan. 21, an 11-member board of the Texas Historical Commission...
Millions of dollars for downtown property upgrades possible
Downtown Garland property owners last night learned how they could obtain federal, state and county funds for rehabilitation of their buildings, if the proposed downtown Garland listing on the National Register of Historic Places occurs. If income-producing property...