Try an Alternative to Liberty Recreation Center March 27-April 3

Try a different rec center while Liberty Recreation Center is closed for necessary repair work March 27 to April 3. Flooring will be replaced or refinished in the cardio/weight room, gymnasium, aerobics room, locker rooms and family changing rooms. The facility reopens and all activities resume on Tuesday, April 4. For more information, please visit planoparks.org. 

Mark your calendar for the Liberty Block Party, Saturday, April 8, 2-5 pm. 

Bring the Pups Out for Egg Hunting Fun

Is your pup's nose primed for the Easter Egg Hound Hunt? Register your dog for this fan favorite. The search for treat-filled plastic eggs and a special golden egg is at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve.  

Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes no more than 6 feet long and must be controlled by their owner at all times. Only dogs with current tags can participate. They must be accompanied by owners age 16 or older. No more than two dogs per person. Only $5 per dog for Plano residents or $9 per dog for non-residents. 

Easter Egg Hound Hunt

Saturday, April 1

9-10 am

Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve Pavilion

5901 Los Rios Blvd.

Register with course code: 50594

Be Part of the Harrington Library Celebration

Bring the entire family to the Harrington Library Celebration. Enjoy bubbles, games, refreshments and other activities while you explore our newly expanded spaces. At 1:10 pm, Mayor John B. Muns will join us for a ribbon cutting. 

Harrington Library Celebration

Sunday, April 2

1-3 pm

Harrington Library

1501 18th St.

Thank you for funding this $5 million dollar project with the 2017 voter-approved bond referendum. We cannot wait to show off the renovated children’s and teen areas, dedicated children’s program room and new study and meeting rooms. A new roof and heating and air conditioning system were also part of the renovation. 

Let Bobcats and Coyotes Remain Wild

As our days warm up, more bobcats, coyotes and other wildlife are out and about looking for food. You may even see some spring babies. If you want to keep them away from your home, reduce the appeal of your yard by not being a food source:  

• NEVER provide food or water for coyotes or bobcats. Over time, this makes these animals become too comfortable with humans, which puts their safety at risk around less-friendly people. It also confuses them into thinking your small pet is another meal.  

• Feed pets indoors or promptly remove dishes when pets finish a meal outside. Store bags of pet food indoors as well.  

• Clear brush and dense weeds from your property. This prevents rodents from sheltering nearby and reduces protective cover for coyotes and bobcats. Remember, bulky waste items should not be placed at your collection point more than five days before collection day. Crumbs in an old couch are an open invitation for critters. 

• City trash carts are fairly secure. However, if you store trash in other ways, be sure to secure the lids tightly or put it indoors.  

• Food left outdoors for other wildlife may also attract coyotes and bobcats. This habit increases the number of rodents, skunks, birds and other creatures that are in the bobcat's and coyote's natural diet.

Our goal is to provide a healthy environment for the wildlife and human residents of Plano to coexist. We do not relocate healthy wildlife. However, if you notice an injured animal in your neighborhood, please call Animal Services at 972-769-4360.  

Are You Ready for Spring Sports?

With the start of a new sports season, Plano Parks & Recreation is readying for one of its busiest times of the year. Our athletic fields serve 10-plus sports organizations that provide the community with quality recreational opportunities in soccer, baseball, softball, football, lacrosse, cricket, rugby, kickball, etc.  

Reservable sports fields at places like Carpenter Park, Russell Creek Park and Heritage Yards are maintained and operated similarly to the City’s golf course and recreation centers. They are supported by both taxpayers and facility users. 

During the sports season, all formal and informal activity including games, scrimmages and practices, as well as shooting soccer goals, running bases, conducting camps, or any other major use of athletic fields, must be scheduled through Parks & Recreation. Plano’s field reservation program allows Plano residents to reserve a field for sports currently in season if a field is available. The program exists to prevent conflicts with field use, ensure adequate parking, and allow for coordination of restroom cleaning and facility maintenance. Watch this video about athletic fields or contact the Athletics division at 972-941-5413 with questions.

DART Plano Community Meeting

Wednesday, March 22

6:30-7:30 pm

Plano Municipal Center

1520 K Ave.

Share your ideas on topics such as Phase Two of the New Bus Network, Corridor Investments, Passenger Amenities, Fleet Transition Plans and Operating Facilities. Be specific on how these relate to our community.

Get details

on dart.org.

Texas Forever Fest

Saturday, March 25

11 am-6 pm

Haggard Park  

901 E. 15th St.

Sponsored by H-E-B and organized by Plano Arts & Events, this year’s festival headline performer is Casey Donahew. Come out for Texas-themed food, activities and fun.

Street Closures:

• H Avenue - 15th Street to 16th Street
• 16th Street - H Avenue to I Avenue

Plan your visit

to Texas Forever Fest.

Downtown Plano Community Design Open House

Wednesday, March 29

5-7 pm

Courtyard Theater

1509 H Ave.

How would you like to see downtown redevelopment occur? Help us make standards that capture the vision for downtown. The focus is only on new or redevelopment and street standards. Historic developments would not be affected by this plan.

Learn more about the Open House and Downtown Plano Community Plan.

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