Upcoming events…
Lively Pointe Youth Center Dedication – The City of Irving will dedicate the newly renovated Lively Pointe Youth Center on Sept. 9. Tours begin at 6:30 p.m., with the dedication program set for 7 p.m. The facility, designed specifically for teens, features a full-court gymnasium, fitness center, game room, computer lab, TV room with theater seating and cantina. For additional information, call (972) 721-2501.
JumpstART Stories & Art Continues – JumpstART, a family-friendly program cosponsored by the Irving Public Library and the Irving Arts Center, continues at 10 a.m. Sept. 4 with the theme Fall into Reading. Each hourlong program features a new theme for story time, followed by hands-on art activities. JumpstART is offered on the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. For more information, call (972) 721-2548.
Irving Idol – The Southwest Branch Library will host Irving Idol at 7 p.m. Sept. 18. at the Georgia Farrow Recreation Center, 530 Davis St. Participation in the event is open to ages 12-19. Admission is free. Gift certificates will be awarded to final contestants. Registration by Sept. 15 is required. Instructions, event rules, and application packets are available at the Southwest Branch Library, 2216 W. Shady Grove Road, or the Georgia Farrow Recreation Center, 530 Davis St. For more information, call (972) 721-2546 or (972) 721-2519.
Mustang Park Recreation Center Birthday Party – Mustang Park Recreation Center will host the six-year anniversary of its opening from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Sept. 12 with an open house that includes entertainment and refreshments.
Bioblitz Invitational – The Parks and Recreation Department, Solid Waste Services and the eco-tourism team will host the Bioblitz Invitational on Sept. 20 at Campión Trails. Bioblitz will kick off the city’s new ecotourism program. Groups representing recreation centers, home schools, youth services and scouts will explore various trails to identify and document plants, birds and other wildlife species. Participants receive T-shirts, fanny packs and other giveaway items. Professional nature specialists will lead the groups. Approximately 100 children between the ages of 10-12 have registered to participate. Lunch will be provided. In the event of rain, the program will shift to the University of Dallas campus.
Annual Ms. Mature Pageant – The 26th Annual Ms. Mature Pageant will be held Sept. 26 at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. The award-winning program features senior ladies vying for the title of Ms. Mature Irving. Contestants compete in categories including personality, talent and evening wear. The winner will represent Irving in the state Ms. Mature Pageant, which could lead to the National Ms. Mature Pageant.
Irving Main Street Event – Irving residents are invited to attend the Irving Main Street Event from 3 to 8 p.m. Sept. 27 in the Irving Heritage District. The theme will be Music and Magic on Main, and the event will feature a car show, artists, music, magic, food and children’s activities. The schedule of events includes:
- Manifolds on Main car show, with on-site registration beginning at 1 p.m. Visit the car show
Web site at www.manifoldsonmain.com. - Jazz performance by Fingerprints from 3 to 4 p.m.
- High School Caesar Band from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
- Dave Thomas World of Magic Show from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Cavalcade of Stars presented by Tapley Entertainment from 7 to 8 p.m.
The new event is being organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. For more details, call (972) 721-2501.
