Oct. 14-30: Watch a play
The Richardson Theatre Centre is putting on performances of the play “A Few Good Men.” The play follows the story of two men in the Navy accused of murder and their lawyers, who must learn to work together to solve the mystery of what really happened at Guatanamo Bay. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.), 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.). $20 (Thu.), $22 (Fri.-Sun.). Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 113, Richardson. 972-699-1130. www.richardsontheatrecentre.net
Oct. 15-Nov. 5, Nov. 12: Find out Richardson’s top dog
The Richardson Kiwanis Club is holding a Top Dog Contest to raise funds for its various community service projects. Residents can submit a photo of their dog and vote for their favorites through Nov. 5 at www.gogophotocontest.com/richardsonkiwanisclub. Prizes for winners include two cases of Happy Hippie Co. beer with the dog’s photo on the cans, family portraits, Four Bullets Brewery beers named after the dog, and gift cards and baskets. An awards ceremony and party will be held at Four Bullets Brewery at 640 N. Interurban St., Richardson, on Nov. 12. $5 (contest entry), $1 (per vote). https://richardsonkiwanis.wordpress.com
Oct. 27-Nov. 3: Rock out to the music of Green Day
The University of Texas at Dallas’ School of Arts, Humanities and Technology will put on performances of the rock opera “American Idiot.” The musical, written by Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong using the band’s 2004 album of the same name, follows three friends as they navigate their lives in a post-9/11 world and leave their hometown for new lives. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sun.). Free (Oct. 27 only), $15. University Theatre, 800 W. Campbell Road, Richardson. 972-883-2787. https://aht.utdallas.edu
Oct. 29-30: Start holiday shopping
The Pacesetter Holiday Bazaar will showcase over 200 vendors as a fundraiser for JJ Pearce High School’s Pacesetter Booster Club. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for a variety of prizes, such as gift cards, sports tickets and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Oct. 29), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Oct. 30). JJ Pearce High School, 1600 N. Coit Road, Richardson. www.pacesetterbazaar.com
Oct. 30: Practice yoga with goats
Goat Yoga Dallas will visit Lockwood Distilling Co. Attendees will be taught a yoga class among free-roaming goats, which will be dressed up in Halloween costumes and are known to play with humans by nibbling, nudging and stepping on them. 10-11 a.m. $32. Lockwood Distilling Co., 506 Lockwood Drive, Ste. A, Richardson. www.facebook.com/goatyogadallas
Nov. 1: Hear from local superintendents
Richardson ISD Superintendent Tabitha Branum and Plano ISD Superintendent Theresa Williams will speak on their districts’ latest workforce development programs at the Richardson Chamber of Commerce’s Education & Workforce Committee’s State of the District Luncheon. A buffet lunch will be served. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $40 (chamber members), $50 (nonmembers), $400 (table of eight). Richardson ISD Professional Development Center, 701 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson. 972-792-2800. www.richardsonchamber.com
Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29: Wallk through nature
The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is hosting five one-hour hikes where attendees can view fall colors on Tuesdays in November. The first hike will be at Lake Park Disk Golf on Nov. 1, followed by Thrive Nature Park, Central Park, Tower Bay and the LLELA Blackjack Trail. Hikers are encouraged to post photos using the hashtag #LewisvilleParksFallColors. Noon-1 p.m. Free; $5 entry for the final hike on Nov. 29. Lake Park, 600 Sandy Beach Road, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. www.llela.org
Nov. 4: Improve your health
The Richardson Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Methodist Richardson Medical Center will hold its annual Health & Wellness Expo. The event will include giveaways as well as booths from chamber members that address community health needs, such as health and fitness, nutrition, mobility and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. West Coast University, 2323 N. Central Expressway, Richardson. 501-940-1796. www.richardsonchamber.com
Nov. 5: Compete in trivia
The Richardson Woman’s Club will hold a fundraising trivia challenge with a silent auction. Tickets to this event include two drink tickets, snacks and prizes for the winners. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:45 p.m. (trivia stars). $40 (individual), $200 (table of six). Network of Community Ministries, 1500 International Parkway, Richardson. 972-238-0841. https://rwctx.org
Nov. 12: Check out live music
Six Springs Tavern is throwing a customer appreciation party to celebrate five years in business. Blues/country singer Jeremiah Johnson, Americana/outlaw country band Tin&Tonic, and blues-rock singer Clay Melton will perform. Tickets must be purchased online in advance, and attendees can use the promo code “SixXSix” for a free ticket for a limited time. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). Free (with promo code), $5.04 (without code). Six Springs Tavern, 147 N. Plano Road, Richardson. 469-917-3040. https://sixspringslive.com
Nov. 12: Create holiday ornaments
The Richardson Public Library will teach a class on how to create unique holiday ornaments using recycled materials. The class is open to both teenagers and adults, and registration is required. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Richardson Public Library basement program room, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library
Nov. 12: See a jazz show inspired by music legends
Tribute singers Steve Leeds and Sharon Owens will perform a set of covers from the duo of jazz legend Tony Bennett and pop star Lady Gaga, who together released two jazz albums, “Cheek To Cheek” and “Love For Sale.” Leeds and Owens will be accompanied by an ensemble of local musicians. 2 p.m. $45-$65. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/event/i/8484/d/cheek-to-cheek
Nov. 17: Spend an evening with Nigella Lawson
Nigella Lawson, an award-winning journalist, food writer and TV cook, is stopping at Richardson’s Eisemann Center as part of her North American tour. Lawson will discuss her latest book, “Cook, Eat, Repeat: Ingredients, Recipes, and Stories,” and share her rituals and philosophies in the world of cooking. 7:30 p.m. $35-$60. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. https://bit.ly/3CErnYM
Nov. 19: Run for a cause
Presented by the Methodist Richardson Medical Center, the Gobble Hobble fun run and 5K raises money for the Boys & Girls Club of Richardson’s youth programs. Register before Oct. 31 to receive a race shirt and a bib as well as a timing chip and finishers medal for 5K runners. Awards will be given to the overall male and female 5K winners as well as by age group. 8:15 a.m. (fun run), 8:45 a.m. (5K). $15 (fun run), $35 (5K). Galatyn Park, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. www.gobblehobble.com
