This Week in Rowlett - April 8, 2024

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Here's your top news and events for the week of April 1, 2024. For more details on any topic, please visit www.rowlett.com

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The Force is strong with those who are informed and engaged in their community. In the spirit of our ‘May the Fourth, Cast Your Vote’ theme, join us at Rowlett City Hall on Thursday, April 11 at 6:30pm for our Bond Election Meeting to learn more about the 2024 Bond Election! We’ll also have a second Bond Election Meeting on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30pm, also at Rowlett City Hall. Visit RowlettBond.com to learn more!

FARMERS AND CRAFTS MARKET

The Farmers and Crafts Market is in full swing! Join us every Thursday night from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, on the Downtown Rowlett Green to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors.

Autism Acceptance Month

April was proclaimed Autism Acceptance Month in the City of Rowlett at last week's City Council meeting. Additionally, the Downtown Rowlett Water Tower was lit in blue on April 2 in honor of World Autism Awareness Day, and as a symbol of Rowlett’s commitment to promoting public awareness and acceptance of individuals with Autism.

National Library Week

Also at last week's City Council meeting, a proclamation was presented recognizing April 7-13 as National Library Week. From early literacy and educational programs to recreational reading, study and research, Rowlett residents find the community’s “living room” a place to learn and relax, meet and greet their neighbors, and take advantage of the many resources the Library has to offer.

FOOD FOR FINES

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.

Rowlett Youth Advisory Council

Attention Rowlett teens - are you looking for ways to give back to the community? If so, we have a spot for you: the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council is now accepting applications! Deadline to Apply is April 12

The Seniors Field Trip to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens is April 10 at 9am. Spring is the most beautiful time of year to visit this world-famous garden - join us and immerse yourself in a blooming wonderland! $25/person, call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

The Family Camp-Out at Pecan Grove Park is April 13-14 at Pecan Grove Park

Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Registration is open for this popular annual overnight campout - set up your family's tents and enjoy challenges, activities and games designed for all ages.

The April Wellness Hike, presented by the Parks and Recreation Department, will take place on Saturday, April 13th, at 8am at Rowlett Lakeside Park.

Keep Rowlett Beautiful’s Earth Day Celebration is Saturday, April 20 from 5pm – 8pm at the Downtown Rowlett Green. This year's theme is Planet vs. Plastics! Live performances, games, food trucks, and vendor booths.

Downtown Strategic Plan Open House is Monday, April 22 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. We are reimagining the future of Downtown and creating a plan to guide us. Your input in this planning process is essential in shaping the vision. Join us at this final Open House, and tell us what you think!