Digging Into Summer: Garland Libraries' Dinosaur-Themed Reading Program Runs Through August
Garland Public Libraries' free 'Club Curiosity: Unearth a Story' program fills summer with dino digs, STEAM labs, and animal encounters.
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Garland's Fairy Tale Workshop Turns Readers Into Storytellers This Summer
The One Book, One Garland 2026 series brings a fairy tale writing workshop to North Garland Library, led by children's author Cindy J. Vanous.
Two Makerspace Classes at West Garland Library Give Residents Hands-On Skills This Week
West Garland Library hosts a fabric coaster sewing class July 25 and an intro to 3D printing July 28 — free, practical, open to the community.
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Curtain Call for a Legend: Patty Granville Steps Into the Title Role as Hello, Dolly! Closes the Garland Summer Musicals Season
GSM founder Patty Granville stars in Hello, Dolly! at the Granville Arts Center, closing out Garland's beloved 2026 summer musical season.
Season Pass Holders Get the Park to Themselves This Sunday at Hawaiian Waters Garland
Hawaiian Waters Garland opens after hours exclusively for season pass holders on July 26, with slides, waves, and special food deals from 7 to 10 PM.
Garland Parks & Trails: An Outdoor Guide
A local guide to Garland's best parks, trails, lakes, and outdoor recreation spots — from greenbelt walks to mountain biking and disc golf.
Garland's Surf & Swim Is Open Through August 9 — Here's What's Waiting for You
Wave riders, slide seekers, and lazy-river drifters have until August 9 to make the most of Garland's landmark aquatic park.
A Steel Beam and a Signature: What Garland's New Senior Activity Center Tells Us About the City's Priorities
Garland's new Senior Activity Center at 601 W. Avenue B is on pace for a fall 2026 opening after a symbolic beam-signing milestone.
Hello, Dolly! Closes the Garland Summer Musicals Season — What You Need to Know Before July 26
GSM founder Patty Granville stars in Hello, Dolly! at Brownlee Auditorium through July 26. Tickets, times, and what to expect.
The Perot Tech Truck Is Rolling Into Garland Libraries This Summer — and Kids Are Building the Future
The Perot Museum's TECH Truck brings hands-on STEAM maker experiences to Garland library branches through August 2026.
Wetlands, Trails, and a Fishing Pier: Garland Breaks Ground at Wynn Joyce Park
Garland officially broke ground at Wynn Joyce Park on E. Oates Road, launching a one-of-a-kind green space shaped by 1,000 residents.
A $70.87 Million Bet on Soccer: What Garland's Holford Road Complex Could Mean for the City
Garland's multipurpose soccer complex near the Bush Turnpike breaks ground in October 2026. Here's what the $70.87M project entails.
Garland Summer Musicals Closes Its 2026 Season With 'Hello, Dolly!' at the Granville Arts Center
Patty Granville stars in 'Hello, Dolly!' July 17–26 at Granville Arts Center's Brownlee Auditorium — here's what you need to know.
Garland Is Getting H-E-B: What the Grocery Giant's Arrival Means for the City
Garland is set to welcome H-E-B with two planned locations, marking a major milestone for North Texas grocery shoppers.
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Garland, TX
From water parks and roller skating to nature trails and live theater, here is your local guide to family fun in Garland, TX.
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