Fireworks on Main

Monday, July 4
5-10 pm @ Pecan Grove Park
It’s time for our most popular event of the year!! Emerald City Band, Blaze of Glory the Bon Jovi Experience, and Texas High Road in concert, TONS of family activities, food trucks, cornhole tournament, and...of course...a spectacular fireworks show!!

Maps, shuttle routes, parking, and more info...

Community Investment Program Task Force Survey

Did you know that operations for the City of Rowlett are spread across 18 different facilities around town? Rowlett has experienced rapid growth over the years, and some of our buildings have reached their maximum capacity. Specifically our Public Safety, Animal Shelter, City Hall and Parks Department Maintenance buildings. To better serve you, our citizens, we are looking to make our facilities more efficient and easier to access.

We need your help and input in building the future of Rowlett!
 More info… 
Take the latest video tour… 

Teens – Serve on the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council!

Attention Rowlett teens - are you looking for ways to give back to the community? If so, we have a spot for you: the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) is now accepting applications until July 15!
 
Comprised of seven regular members and six alternates, who are sophomores, juniors or seniors appointed by the City Council, RYAC members will serve one-year terms from August to June of the upcoming academic year.
 
Duties and responsibilities of the RYAC include: acting in an advisory capacity to provide observations and make recommendations to the City Council regarding the needs and wants of Rowlett’s youth; educating the youth participants in the local political process; members will serve as messengers for the City of Rowlett and assist City Council in outreach to the youth in Rowlett; and will assist the City by volunteering for local City events. More info…

Fireworks Illegal in the City of Rowlett 

Just a gentle reminder that in Rowlett, it is illegal to possess or use fireworks. In addition to being a problem for families with young children and pets, veterans, and constituting a fire hazard, they are also against the law. 
 
Please do not call 911 if you see someone shooting off fireworks in your neighborhood. We need to keep the 911 lines open for emergencies. If you need to report fireworks in the area, call the non-emergency number, 972-412-6200, option 1 for dispatch.

New Restaurant Opens in Historic Building 

Hacienda del Centro restaurant opened this week! Residents Chris & Jessica Jones have rehabbed what was known as the Dee Oliver house, located on the corner of Rowlett Road and Main Street, into a Tex-Mex restaurant, operated by seasoned operators, Harry & Vincent Morales. The Jones’ have created a unique dining locale, preserving the home’s historic character and added numerous elements and decorative features creating an inviting environment that makes you want to stay a while and enjoy their great food and beverages. Congratulations from the Rowlett Economic Development team!

July is National Parks and Recreation Month

The City of Rowlett has officially proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month!

"This July, we are bringing attention to how important it is to rise up and support our field, because every day, park and recreation professionals rise up for their communities in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being."
- National Recreation and Park Association
 
Join us in celebrating by participating in some lively activities that you can do at home, or at specific locations  - there’s a different activity every day this month – check out the calendar of events and watch for daily posts on the City of Rowlett Parks and Recreation social media pages!
Parks and Rec on Facebook 
Parks and Rec on Instagram 

GED Classes at the Rowlett Public Library 

Thinking of getting your GED? The Library is here to help! GED classes prepare students for the GED high school equivalency exam. Students are first assessed to determine what areas they need to improve, then scheduled with a tutor to work on those sections.
Sessions are scheduled based on tutor and student availability. There is no fee, but students are expected to purchase a workbook before starting.
More info and sign up here… 

Next Week’s Library Programs

The Rowlett Public Library will be closed on July 4

Youth Programs
Family Storytime- July 5, 6, & 7 @ 10am & 11am
Summer Club: Be-Tweens- July 5 @ 2pm
WOW (Whatever On Wednesday)- July 6 @ 4pm
Survive the Bermuda Triangle- July 9 @ 11am


Adult Programs

Senior Book Club- July 6 @ 1pm

Activities for All Ages 
Friday Flicks: Jungle Cruise- July 8 @ 2pm
Larry Yoakum III Author Visit- July 7 @ 6:30pm

More info about these and all the other great Library programs…