Eveything you need to know: https://www.eventeny.com/events/2024-fireworks-on-main-10755/

FIREWORKS ON MAIN - Thursday, July 4 (5pm - 10pm)

Pecan Grove Park 5300 Main Street, Rowlett, Texas, 75088

Join us for Food, Fun, Live Music, and Fireworks!

Admission is free!

Main Stage Schedule:

Rowlett Sings Winners - 5:00pm – 6:00pm

The Tribute Band - Turnpike Tributedours - 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Emerald City Band - 8:00pm - 9:30pm

FIREWORKS START AT 9:45PM

Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, June 3!

FCC STORM DEBRIS COLLECTION After last week’s storms, FCC will begin Storm Debris Collection today. Please place your debris on curb in sections no longer than 6 feet. Additional resources have been deployed and crews will be working on Saturdays. Each route will be completed before moving to the next, which may take days. FCC anticipates completion by Saturday, June 15. https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2508

REPORT STORM DAMAGE Do you have property damage from severe storms? Please report any damages to your home or business on Rowlett.com. This helps pinpoint affected areas and determine needs. https://damage.tdem.texas.gov/

LUNCH AND HYDRATION EVENT Thank you to State Representatives Rhetta Andrews Bowers and Angie Chen Button for organizing a drive-through Lunch and Hydration Event at Kids Kingdom last week. Those impacted by the storms were able to get a free lunch and cases of water. https://www.facebook.com/reel/757888429863986

Also participating were the Kiwanis Club of Northeast Dallas County, Miss Juneteenth Rowlett Scholarship Pageant, CenterPoint Energy, Lisa Sherrod with AT&T, Freedom Place Church, and Alex Weaver with Ben E. Keith Foods.

COUNCIL MEETINGS The City Council Work Session starts at 6pm on Monday, June 3 and the Regular Session starts at 7pm on Tuesday, June 4.

FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green this Thursday night for the Farmers & Crafts Market from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors while shopping for crafts and more! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

CRIME PREVENTION TIPS SEMINAR The Crime Prevention Tips Seminar is Monday, June 10 at 6pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. This free seminar is hosted by the Senior Advisory Board and the Guest Speaker is Officer Erick Mitchell.

SENIOR TRIP TO FT WORTH STOCKYARDS Giddy up, seniors! We're off to the Fort Worth Stockyards on Friday, June 14. The cost is $10 to reserve your spot, plus whatever you spend on shopping, food, and activities. We’ll meet at the Dart Station and leave at 9am. Space is limited, so lasso your spot today! Call 972-412-6170 to register. https://www.rowletttx.gov/305/Seniors

ROWLETT COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM The Rowlett Community Services Grant Program provides funds to eligible nonprofit organizations through a competitive process to support services for Rowlett residents and their community. Application deadline is July 19 https://www.rowletttx.gov/2184/Community-Services-Grant-Program

JUNETEENTH BLOCK PARTY The Juneteenth Block Party will be held on Saturday, June 15 from 4pm to 7pm at the Downtown Rowlett Green. The party will include live music from the EJ Mathews Band, fantastic food, craft vendors, face painting, bounce houses, slam poetry and a crowd favorite: Fit with Daniel! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2180/Juneteenth-Block-Party

FIREWORKS ON MAIN Make your plans now! Join us this 4th of July for Fireworks on Main at Pecan Grove Park starting at 5pm. It’s a night of dazzling fireworks, live music, kids’ activities, and tons of great food! And back by popular demand, the Emerald City Band returns as the headlining musical act! https://www.rowletttx.gov/780/Fireworks-on-Main

Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, May 6!

ALL 4 BOND PROPOSITIONS PASSED!

It’s time to celebrate! All four bond propositions from the May 4 Bond Election were approved by Rowlett voters! A huge shout-out to every one of you who made it to the polls. Your votes are shaping the future of Rowlett, and that’s something to cheer about!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/883/May-4-2024-Election-Results

These results will be officially canvassed at a Special Meeting on Thursday, May 9 at 5:30pm.

SUMMER READING REGISTRATION

Let the Games Begin! Registration for the Summer Reading Challenge at the Rowlett Public Library is now open! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable start to a summer filled with reading, adventure, and fun! Pre-register the whole family and earn prizes for reading!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2087/Summer-Reading-Program

THE MAY ROWLETT WELLNESS HIKE

Join us for healthy family fun, completely free of charge! The May Wellness Hike is Saturday, May 11 at 8am at the Rowlett Nature Trail. Let's support our community and Parks and Recreation Department by raising awareness for our scenic trails through a monthly wellness hike.

PET ADOPT-A-THON

We just announced a Pet Adopt-a-thon on Saturday, June 1! Visit the Rowlett Animal Shelter 9:00am to Noon for food trucks, craft vendors, and FREE adoptions! All adoptions come with a FREE city registration, microchipping, and giveaways. We can't wait to introduce you to your new best friend!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2480

SPRING FARMERS & CRAFTS MARKET

Everyone is having a blast at our Spring Farmers & Crafts Market! Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green after work every Thursday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors, while shopping for crafts and more! There’s Face painting every 3rd Thursday and live music every 4th Thursday of the month!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

COUNCIL MEETINGS THIS WEEK

The City Council Work Session starts at 6pm tonight at Rowlett City Hall. Then tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 7, the City Council Regular Session starts at 7pm.

You can watch these meetings live by visiting www.rowlett.com/Streaming

SMART YARD

Do you or one of your neighbors have an environmentally friendly yard or garden that’s worth recognizing? Dash over to the Rowlett Smart Yard Spring Entry Survey before Wednesday, May 8 to fill out a nomination form!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

SENIOR TRIP TO DOWNTOWN PLANO

The Senior Trip to Downtown Plano is Friday, May 17 from 9am to 3pm. All aboard, Seniors! Join us as we take the DART Train and explore Historic Downtown Plano. We will tour the Interurban Railroad Museum, eat lunch, and enjoy plenty of shopping! Trip is $5. Call 972 412 6170 to sign up

BARKS, BREWS, & BRATS – SATURDAY, MAY 18

Barks, Brews, and Brats is on Saturday, May 18 from 6pm-9pm at Scentral Bark Dog Park! Grab your furry BFF for a fun evening of live music, playful pups, cold brews, and food trucks!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1726/Barks-Brews-and-Brats

BLAST BABYSITTING CLASS – MAY 18

Also on Saturday, May 18, it’s the BLAST Babysitting Class! Designed for ages 10 & up, this program prepares kids to interview for a babysitting job, learn safety, first aid, and all the skills to rock your babysitting gigs! Sign up today at Rowlett.com.

https://rowlettexplorers.com/wp/training/

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THIS WEEK IN ROWLETT

Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, April 29!

EARLY VOTING

Early voting for 2024 Bond Election is now underway! Early voting runs from April 22 to April 30. Election Day is Saturday, May 4. For details on the propositions on the ballot, as well as early voting times and locations, visit RowlettBond.com.

Ever wondered what the Rowlett City Council might look like in a galaxy far, far away? You have see our latest creative endeavor, a delightfully no-budget Star Wars-inspired parody, starring our very own city council members! This homage to the classic sci-fi movie premiered at our first Bond Election Public Meeting last Thursday night, and it's a must-watch.

https://youtu.be/gx7Xi_kHyNo

FIRE ACADEMY

Ever dreamed of being a firefighter? Find out what it's like with Rowlett FD's free academy! Learn fire safety, get hands-on training, and even experience a 'burn day'. It's the adventure of a lifetime – come join the fun! The academy runs May 30 – August 1 – registration is now open - contact Julie Ward at 972-412-6230 or jward@rowlett.com to sign up!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2477

ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT

As a water consumer in the City of Rowlett, you enjoy “superior” water every time you turn on the tap. “Superior” is the State’s highest water quality designation! The full Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is now available on Rowlett.com.

https://www.rowletttx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/27907/Annual-Water-Quality-Report---2023?bidId=

COUNCIL MEETING

There’s a Special Mid-Year Budget Work Session with City Council on Wednesday, May 1 and that starts at 6pm.

https://www.rowletttx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=15479&month=5&year=2024&day=1&calType=0

SMART YARD

Do you or one of your neighbors have an environmentally friendly yard or garden that’s worth recognizing? Dash over to the Rowlett Smart Yard Spring Entry Survey before Wednesday, May 8 to fill out a nomination form!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

FOOD FOR FINES ENDING

It’s the last the 2 days of Food for Fines month at the library! Each package of food brought to the library will erase $1 off your fines. Items collected will be distributed to food pantries at Life Message, Hope in Hand, and the North Texas Food Bank.

FRAS DONATES MICROCHIP SCANNERS

Great news, Rowlett! Our Fire Stations are now equipped with microchip scanners thanks to Friends of Rowlett Animals! If you find a lost pet after shelter hours, you can bring them to any Rowlett Fire Station. They'll scan the animal for a microchip and provide you with the information to contact the chip company to help reunite the lost pet with its worried owner.

WOMENS BBALL

Calling all basketball queens! Grab your squad and get ready to dominate the court – Rowlett's Women's 3 vs 3 Tournament registration is now open! Let's see what you've got!

The Tournament is taking place on May 23 from 6pm-9pm at the Rowlett Community Centre!

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BARKS, BREWS, AND BRATS

Attention all dog lovers! Come join us at Scentral Bark Dog Park in Herfurth Park on Saturday, May 18 from 6-9p for our Barks, Brews and Brats event!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1726/Barks-Brews-and-Brats

Grab some delicious food and drinks, enjoy live music, interact with vendors, and don't miss taking your dog to our splash pools in the large and small dog parks. We can't wait to see you there!

BLAST BABYSITTING CLASS

Calling all future babysitters! Want to be the go-to for the coolest games and activities? Rowlett Explorer Post One's got you covered. Designed for ages 10 & up, this program prepares kids to interview for a babysitting job, learn safety, first aid, and all the skills to rock your babysitting gigs! Sign up today at Rowlett.com.

https://rowlettexplorers.com/wp/training/

Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, April 22.

EARLY VOTING INFORMATION

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2457

For details on the propositions on the ballot, as well as early voting times and locations, visit RowlettBond.com.

2nd BOND ELECTION PUBLIC MEETING

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2457

Another way to learn more is to join us in person for the second and final Bond Election Public Meeting this Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm at Rowlett City Hall. Ask questions and learn more about the four propositions on the ballot.

DOWNTOWN ROWLETT STRATEGIC PLAN PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2152/Downtown-Rowlett-Strategic-Plan

Get involved in shaping Downtown Rowlett's future! Join us for the Public Open House tonight, Monday, April 22, from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. Your participation is essential in crafting the Downtown Rowlett Strategic Plan.

DINNER & A SHOW

“Dinner & A Show” is this Thursday, April 25 at 5:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. Prepare to be spellbound as the incredible Sam Sawyers takes the stage for an enchanting magic show that will leave you in awe! Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with mind-boggling illusions, mystifying tricks, and a touch of Sam's unique charm. Tickets are $8. You can register online or call 972-412-6170 for details.

FARMERS AND CRAFTS MARKET

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

The Farmers and Crafts Market awaits you every Thursday night in Downtown Rowlett!! From 5:30-8:30 pm, join us for an evening of local vendors, food trucks, and community. There’s also a special live performance by solo artist David Tribble!

ROWLETT SINGS IS FINALLY HERE!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1579/Rowlett-Sings-Competition

Experience the excitement of Rowlett Sings this Saturday, April 27 at 6 PM, held at Freedom Place Church. Enjoy an evening of local talent and entertainment, with Derrick Culpepper as your MC. Admission is free!

BOTANICAL GARDENS SENIOR TRIP

The Seniors Field Trip to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens is this Wednesday, April 24 at 9am. It’s not too late to sign up! The cost is $25 per person, please call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

RECYCLING EVENT

https://keeprowlettbeautiful.org/electronics-recycling-document-shredding/

Keep Rowlett Beautiful is hosting an Electronic Recycling & Document Shred Day. Swing by Rowlett High School on Saturday, April 27, from 9 am to 1 pm and dispose of your old electronics and documents in a secure and environmentally friendly way!

FOOD FOR FINES MONTH

April is Food for Fines month at the library. Each package of food brought to the library during the month of April will erase $1 off your fines. Food for Fines does not apply to fees acquired from damaged or lost materials. Items collected will be distributed to food pantries at Life Message, Hope in Hand, and the North Texas Food Bank.

SPRING SMART YARD COMPETITION

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

The search for the greenest thumb is on! Our Spring Smart Yard Competition has begun! Do you...or one of your neighbors have an environmentally friendly yard or garden that is worth recognizing? Visit Rowlett.com to enter before Wednesday, May 8.