Community
Don’t miss family fun at scouts fundraiser
The Garland Foodies are partnering with Cub Scout – Pack 1978 for a fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 17. Event time is 11:30 a.m. 7: 30 – eight full hours of family fun and food. The location is First United Methodist Church, 801 West Avenue B in downtown Garland. The...
Don’t miss Cali Saigon Mall Children’s Mid-Autumn Festival
Cali Saigon Mall will host the “Children Mid-Autumn Festival,” a “Thanksgiving-like” occasion celebrated in Vietnamese and Chinese cultures. The event is Saturday, Sept. 3 from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The mall is located at 3212 North Jupiter Road, Suite 100 in Garland....
Circus comes to Garland
The Carden International Circus has announced that the Spectacular Circus will be in Garland Friday, Sept. 16-18. Excitement will fill three rings with acrobats, aerialists, animals, daredevils and clowns. Bring your family to see real-life masters of gravity, stunts,...
Enjoy Fair Fare on Square
In 2020, when the State Fair was canceled, restaurants in downtown Garland decided to step up with their own versions of fare inspired food. “Fair Fare on the Square” gave would-be fairgoers their fill of all things fit to be fried or served on a stick. The program...
Spring Creek Preservation Society announces August, September activities
The Spring Creek Preservation Society has service events for those who would like to help out in the preserve as well as informative nature walks for August and September. August events Monthly Work Session - Saturday, Aug. 6 - 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. – 1770 Holford Road -...
Labor Day Parade route to be adjusted
According to the Noon Exchange Club of Garland, there will be a slight change of scenery at this year’s Labor Day Parade, but the tradition will be the same. The 76th Labor Day Parade is Monday, Sept. 5, and it begins at 9 a.m. Don’t miss the annual parade featuring...
Ikandy hosts backpack giveaway
The Ikandy Foundation hosted its 11th backpack giveaway at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Garland Saturday, July 30. Former Garland High School basketball star, Ike Diogu, gives back to the community through the Ikandy Foundation, which is run by his...
Good Sam murder mystery fun for all
Good Samaritans of Garland second murder mystery dinner sold out again! The cast was amazing and the food, provided by San-Tex Catering, was wonderful. And, the silent auction items were competitive. Laughter, fun and relaxation filled the Atrium as the audience...
Altrusa sends care packages to soldiers
Altrusa International of Garland’s service projects include everything from the promotion of literacy to distributing care packages. All are important, worthy causes. But, the one that was most recently completed will put smiles on the faces of many military members....
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