Connect with Your City - Take Our Survey | |
The City of Garland strives to provide timely, useful information about City services, programs and resources.
We value your input and understand the importance of making our communications as easy to access as possible.
Complete the Garland Communications survey before Friday, Nov. 11, to share your thoughts. The survey is available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Learn more.
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Election Day Is Tuesday, Nov. 8 | |
Tuesday, Nov. 8, voters will go to the polls to decide the state's next governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and several other offices. Voters will also elect officials for congressional and legislative offices, the State Board of Education and judicial seats.
Early voting begins tomorrow, Oct. 24, and ends Friday, Nov. 4.
If you have questions regarding early voting, contact Dallas County Elections Department at 214-819-6359. If you have other election issues, contact the City Secretary at 972-205-2404 or Dallas County at 214-819-6300 or DallasCountyVotes.org.
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Free Class: Fourth Quarter Lawn Care | |
Join Texas A&M AgriLife and Extension Urban Water Specialist Becky Bowling from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, to learn how to prepare your lawn for cooler months.
In this free virtual class, you'll learn the 10 most important practices to ensure your lawn comes back lean, mean and green in the spring. You'll also learn about fertilization, pest management, and fall and winter watering.
Register now!
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Mark your calendars for Halloween fun in Garland! | |
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Throwback Movie at the Plaza Theatre Thursday, Oct. 27
Catch a screening of "Beetlejuice" (rated PG) at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St., presented by the Garland Downtown Business Association.
Admission is free. Seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase.
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Trunk-or-Treat Friday, Oct. 28
Bring the kids out for a safe trick-or-treating experience from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Bradfield Recreation Center, 1146 Castle Drive.
There will be games, a kids' costume contest and more, so wear your costumes and bring your treat bags! Be sure to check out the Garland Graveyard while you're there! Learn more.
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Garland Graveyard Friday,
Oct. 28
Traipse through the Garland Graveyard from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Bradfield Recreation Center, 1146 Castle Drive
Witches, zombies and haunted pumpkins may not be the worst of your problems. Wear your costumes and be prepared for frightful fun! Find out more.
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Fun Fright Fiesta Saturday, Oct. 29
Join us for a fun and spooky family event from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Central Library, 625 Austin St.
There will be games, adult and kids' crafts, treats and more! There will even be a piñata breaking at 3 p.m.
Costumes are encouraged! Visit GarlandTX.gov for full details.
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Campfire Tales Saturday, Oct. 29
Enjoy a campfire on the lawn next to the Landmark Museum while listening to true accounts, tall tales and criminal activities.
The spooky fun will take place Saturday, Oct. 29. Settle in around the fire for campfire tales from 6 to 7 p.m., then stick around for free s'mores from 7 to 8 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food, drink, blankets and folding chairs. The event is free and no registration is required.
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Cult Classic Movie at the Plaza Theatre Saturday, Oct. 29
Catch a screening of "Night of the Living Dead" (not rated) at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St., presented by the City of Garland Cultural Arts Department.
Admission is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase.
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Garland Cemetery Walking Tour
Graveyards are outdoor museums that contain vast amounts of historic artistic and architectural information. As you walk through the Garland Mills Cemetery, 500 Mills Road, consider that these are the lives that made our city.
Self-guided tour guidebooks are available at the Garland Landmark Museum, 393 N. Sixth St., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Learn more.
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Dia de los Muertos Tuesday, Nov. 1 | |
The Dia de los Muertos tradition continues from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
Join us in honoring past loved ones at this free event with performances by Los Matachines, various Garland Independent School District and I.L. Texas student performances from mariachi to ballet folklorico, and more! There will be food trucks, bounce houses and altar displays as well.
Don't forget to ride DART to the Downtown Garland Station. For more information, visit the DART website.
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Flu Shots and Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Available at Garland Public Health Clinic | |
This year's flu vaccine and the bivalent COVID-19 booster are available at the Garland Public Health Clinic.
Flu shots are available for adults, children and seniors who are insured. Low-cost flu vaccines for uninsured children and adults are also available.
It is recommended that individuals wait at least two months after completion of the primary COVID vaccination series or their most recent booster. For full eligibility information, visit GarlandTX.gov.
Both vaccinations are available at the Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver St., from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays.
Call 972-205-3370 for pricing and to learn what insurance plans are accepted. Learn more.
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Plan Commission
Oct. 24
The Garland Plan Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St.
Boards & Commissions Meetings
All upcoming Boards & Commissions meetings can be found on the Public Meetings calendar at GarlandTX.gov.
In-person meetings have resumed, but you can continue to watch the meetings online.
View agendas at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.
Neighborhood Awards Applications and Nominations Due
Oct. 30
The City of Garland's Office of Neighborhood Vitality is looking to recognize those who make extraordinary efforts to enhance, revitalize or invest in their neighborhoods. Applications and nominations are due Sunday, Oct. 30. Winners will be announced at the Neighborhood Summit Pre-Conference Mixer Thursday, Nov. 10. Visit GarlandNeighborhoods.org to learn more about the awards and to put your neighborhood in the running.
Fall Activities and Events
Check out all the upcoming activities and events in Garland at VisitGarlandTX.com. There's something fun for everyone!
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Live: Customer Service Portal
The Customer Service Department has introduced a new customer account web portal that provides additional utility billing detail, customer account information, options to make a payment and many new features that will enhance users' online experience. Visit GarlandUtilities.org to learn more.
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Public & Media Relations
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