Now through Jan. 4: Take a festive photo
More than 500,000 holiday lights, including icicle-styled lights in the trees illuminate CityLine Plaza for visitors to enjoy. Visitors can also take pictures next to the plaza’s 18-foot Christmas tree. All day. Free. CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St., Richardson. 972-739-5080. www.citylinedfw.com/events/cityline-lights
Dec. 24: Tour a carnivorous plant gallery
Usually only open by appointment, Texas Triffid Ranch is open to the public for its final Nightmare Weekend Before Christmas event of the year. The ranch’s gallery space features exotic plants and last-minute carnivorous plant gifts. noon-5 p.m. Free. Texas Triffid Ranch, 405 Business Parkway, Richardson. 214-789-8365. www.texastriffidranch.com
Dec. 29, Jan. 4, 11, 18: Compete in trivia
Trivia Tuesday at Guitars and Growlers takes place each week in Richardson. Using one smart device, teams work to answer a variety of trivia questions. Guitars and Growlers is a craft beer tap house and restaurant that also sells handmade guitars. 7-9 p.m. Free. Guitars and Growlers, 581 W. Campbell Road, Ste. 101, Richardson. 469-904-5165. www.guitarsandgrowlers.com/richardson-location
Dec. 29 through Jan. 16: Watch a murder mystery
Dallas’ Pegasus Theatre presents the play, “Prime Time for Murder” at the Eisemann Center. The play will be presented in the Pegasus Theatre’s “Living Black & White” technique meant to mimic the look of pre-color film on stage. 8 p.m. (Dec. 29-31, Jan. 5-8, 13-15), 2 p.m. (Jan. 2, 8-9, 15-16). $24-$75. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com
Dec. 31: Ring in 2022 with live music
The Ally Venable Band presents an evening of blues, rock, Americana and more with special guests Solshifter, BullCorn and Tony Ramey. Venable released her fourth album, “Heart of Fire” in March. The evening will be hosted by comedian Ross Day. The event is for those age 21 and older. 7 p.m. $8.50. Six Springs, 147 N. Plano Road, Richardson. 469-917-3040. www.sixspringslive.com
Jan. 10: Learn calligraphy
This workshop offers an introduction to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink. Participants get to keep a beginner calligraphy kit and the materials to write on. Aloft’s WXYZ Lounge is available to purchase drinks during the class. 6-7:30 p.m. $65. The Aloft Hotel, 1160 State St., Richardson. 972-234-4007. www.citylinedfw.com/events
Jan. 13: Network in The IQ
The Richardson Innovation Quarter’s monthly networking and educational series The IQ Brew welcomes Lee Bratcher, president and founder of Texas Blockchain Council. Attendees will also have the chance to ask Bratcher questions at the end of his remarks. 8:30-10 a.m. Free. The Drawing Board, 1900 Jay Ell Drive, Richardson. www.richardsoniq.com
Jan. 20: Read some nonfiction
The Richardson Public Library presents its Real Reads Nonfiction Book Club, which will discuss “The Plaza: The Secret Life of America’s Most Famous Hotel” by Julie Satow. The book club is held in the library’s second floor conference room. 7:30-8:45 p.m. Free. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library
WORTH THE TRIP
Jan. 14-Feb. 05: Go to the rodeo
After taking a year off in 2021 due to concerns stemming from the pandemic, the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is back. Attendees can enjoy 23 days of excitement that will include several rodeo competitions, livestock and horse shows, kid-friendly exhibits and activities, live music, a carnival midway, food, and more. $6-$12. Times vary. Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo grounds, 3400 Burnett Tandy Drive, Fort Worth. 817-877-2400. www.fwssr.com
