Community
Kiwanis Club continues its mission
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected all of us in different ways. There is increased food insecurity, homelessness, loneliness and illness. Many organizations are helping however they can. The Kiwanis Club of Garland's motto is "Serving our Children and Communities."...
National Day of Prayer May 6
The National Day of Prayer has been observed in Garland for 19 years and we’re excited about getting together again after last year’s switch to a Zoom meeting. Garland NDP is a powerful point of influence in calling all citizens to pray for our leaders and to seek...
Spring Creek Forest Preservation Society – April, May activities
The Preservation Society for Spring Creek Forest Preserve has announced its activities for April and May. Be sure to check Facebook or the website for updates or changes or if the weather is questionable. Work Session - Saturday, April 10 - 1770 Holford - 9 a.m. - 11...
Join Earth Day celebration
Earth Day celebration -- Please join us for Zoom into the Zoo! We are excited to have this program for our residents. Go Green Garland has partnered with the Dallas Zoo for a virtual experience with amazing birds, mammals, and reptiles from around the world. The...
HFHGG celebrates home dedication
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Garland (HFHGG) hosted the dedication of its 90th home built alongside the homeowners, Heather and Alfred Fickensher. The event, held Saturday, March 27, was attended by a group including HFHGG staff and volunteers along with Mayor...
Good Sam hosts vaccine event for unhoused neighbors
The Parkland Mobile Medical bus visits Good Samaritans of Garland on the third Tuesday of every month to help with the medical needs of unhoused neighbors. However, Tuesday, March 17, they provided even more assistance. They brought a team to give Johnson &...
Donors share reasons for giving blood
Some people give blood for the ‘free swag,’ snacks or the break from a high school class or workday. Other donors give the gift of life for the mini health assessment including blood pressure, pulse rate and hemoglobin levels that are required in the pre-donation...
NAACP to host candidate forum
A forum hosted by the Garland Unit of the NAACP will provide an opportunity for voters to get to know the candidates for the Garland mayor’s office, Garland City Council and the Garland ISD Board of Trustees. Making informed decisions and then voting accordingly at...
Urban Market, Bunny Trail this weekend
The first Urban Market of this year will have a fun and different twist. The Foundry Church and the Urban Market are joining forces to ensure that the kids have a great time at The Urban Bunny Trail Easter egg hunt. In lieu of hiding the eggs on the ground, vendors...
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