NRH Parks and Recreation

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NRH Parks and Recreation

NRH Autumn Sounds Concert Series

Saturday, September 28 - Squeezebox Bandits

Saturday, October 5 - Project 2 with Digital Projection by Lightware Labs

and Touch a Truck with NRH Police, Fire and Public Works

Gates open at 6:00 p.m., Concerts at 7:00 p.m.

Two Free Live Music Concerts in NRH!

Live music is back this Fall in North Richland Hills with Autumn Sounds! Join us at City Hall Plaza, 4301 City Point Drive, as two terrific area music groups take the stage to put on a great show for the NRH community. Visitors can enjoy both concerts with family and friends - bring your picnics, lawn chairs and blankets and prepare for fun, relaxation and your favorite tunes under the stars this Fall.

On Saturday, September 28 the Squeezebox Bandits make their NRH debut, playing a lively mix of Tejano and Country with a contemporary flair. And then on Saturday, October 5 Autumn Sounds will feature Project 2, a different kind of 80's band playing all the hits with a kickin’ rhythm section and a jammin' horn section. As a visual treat, Lightware Labs will be projecting spectacular video imagery onto the face of the NRH City Hall rotunda while the band plays. As an added bonus on October 5, NRH Police, Fire and Public Works will be on-site with Touch a Truck beginning at 6:00 p.m.!

Location & Time

The Autumn Sounds Concerts are held at the NRH City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Seating is on the lawn, so don’t forget your blankets and lawn chairs. On October 5, NRH Police, Fire and Public Works will be on-site with Touch a Truck at 6:00 p.m.

Admission & Food

Admission and parking are free and food is available for purchase from a variety of food trucks, or you are welcome to bring your own picnic, but please no glass containers. The Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (CPAA) will be in attendance at each concert with water and popcorn to purchase.

The NRH City Hall Plaza is a non-smoking park in accordance with City Ordinance #2249. The following are not allowed: video and audio recording, unauthorized vendors and glass containers. Also, please no two-wheel scooters or skateboards.

Parking

Parking is free and is on a first-come, first-served basis. When you arrive, please turn on to City Point Drive from Boulevard 26. Public Safety will then direct you to the concert event parking. Event parking signs will also help direct you and handicap parking is also available.

More Information

Get more details at www.nrhtx.com/autumnsounds . If you have questions, please email or call us at 817-427-6620.

Thank you to our Autumn Sounds Community Partners:

Play Today NRH - Nature Walk

Saturday, October 5 at Cross Timbers Park

Take advantage of the cooler fall weather and join us for the last Play Today NRH of the season on Saturday, October 5 with a fun Nature Walk at Cross Timbers Park, 7680 Douglas Lane from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Meet Parks staff by the pavilion and have an educational and fun Nature Walk! The walk will begin down the trail at 10 a.m. All ages and abilities are welcome. Thank you to Black Rifle Coffee for providing delicious coffee to the adults. Come Play Today NRH!

Round the Town Monthly Bike & Hike

October 8 at 6:00 p.m. beginning at Northfield Park

Join us for the last monthly bike and hike community event of the 2024 season on Tuesday, October 8 at 6:00 p.m. from Northfield Park, 7804 Davis Boulevard. You can choose to bike or hike! The monthly Round the Town provides a great monthly opportunity to get outside and be active in a fun and welcoming setting.

The recreational bike rides are 9–12 miles and the routes incorporate trail and on-road.
The wellness hikes are 1-2 miles within the loop trails of the park and led by city staff.
Individuals, groups, and families are welcome.
Bring your water bottle, and if riding a bike please wear safety helmet during the ride.

Thank you to our partners Sunrise Bicycle Shop and Medical City North Hills.

Route Map: https://bit.ly/RoundtheTownBikeOCT2024

More info at: www.nrthx.com/roundthetown

NRH Senior Center Craft Fair

October 23 & October 24 at 11:00 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Get a jump on your holiday shopping on Wednesday, October 23 and Thursday, October 24 at the NRH Senior Center Craft Fair in the Grand Hall, 6000 Hawk Avenue from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.! There are over 40 vendors with handmade unique items. For questions, please contact 817-427-6695.

More information: https://www.nrhseniorcenter.com/craft-fair

NRH Veterans Day Celebration

Monday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m.

Join us for the city’s 17th Annual Veterans Day Celebration to honor those who have served in the armed forces on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. The celebration will be held in the NRH City Hall Lobby, 4301 City Point Dr. and will include a wreath of honor, NRH Police and Fire Honor Guard presenting the colors, patriotic music and performances and remarks by special guest Colonel Michael Caldwell (Ret). Colonel Caldwell serves as the Assistant Vice President Communications & Veterans Engagement for the National Medal of Honor Museum, which will be

opening in Arlington, Texas on March 25, 2025. Questions about the Veterans Day event may be directed to 817-427-6620 or nrhpard@nrhtx.com.

NRH Veterans Day Wall of Honor

November 4 - November 11 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

The City of NRH will also host a Veterans Day Wall of Honor in the City Hall lobby November 4 - 11. It will feature flags recognizing all branches of the military,

patriotic decorations and photos of community members who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces. Members of the public are invited to submit 4”x6” photos of Veterans to be displayed on the Wall of Honor. Please e-mail photos to tearle@nrhtx.com with the following information: Veterans first and last name, branch of service and years of service. The deadline to submit a photo is October 30. The display will be open for viewing weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Questions may be directed to NRH Parks & Recreation at 817-427-6620 or email nrhpard@nrhtx.com.