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Memo from the Manager
A long, hot (busy) summer
Even though kids are off for the summer months, the Mercury is already flirting with triple digits and things tend to slow down a bit, there's still plenty to do in Farmers Branch.
First, we have an event that was rescheduled because of severe weather last month. Bark in the Park will feature all manner of hot dogs and other things canine at the annual event on Sunday, June 12 at Gussie. The Manske Library's Summer Reading Club is underway with events and activities going on every week. Guests can get a firsthand opportunity to explore the natural surroundings of the John F. Burke Nature Preserve on Tuesday, June 14 with Master Naturalist Jim Varnum. Finally, the first of three summer Living History lectures at the Farmers Branch Historical Park will concentrate on the history of professional baseball in Fort Worth. Later sessions, in July and August, will focus on hall of fame bowling and cowgirls. With an eclectic mixture like that, this must be checked out.
And, that's just June.
Through all of this the Don Showman Pool is open daily, Summer Funshine is in full swing and we're getting ready for the annual Independence Day festivities on July 3 with food, fun, music (Professor D) and, of course, fireworks.
So, if we're nearing 100 degrees in June, what will August be like? |
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Second time's the charm
Bark in the Park coming back to Gussie Sunday, June 12
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The festival of all things canine gets a second chance on Sunday, June 12 as "Bark in the Park" is planned from 12 noon  until 5 p.m. at Gussie Field Watterworth Park, on Valley View Lane, near Farmers Branch City Hall.
The original event date in May was called off due to inclement weather and very wet conditions at the park.
Admission to the annual event is free and open to local pets and their people. It includes a silent auction, working dogs, therapy dogs, cat and dog adoptions, $10 microchipping, clowns and facepainting, children's games, concessions and more. Proceeds benefit the Farmers Branch Animal Adoption Center and its volunteer organizations. For more information, call 972.919.8770. |
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Guided nature walk at Burke set June 14
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The natural wonder of the John F. Burke Nature Preserve can be explored in detail on either of two upcoming guided nature walks, with Master Naturalist Jim Varnum, June 14.
The walk begins at 9 a.m. at the preserve, 1111 Valley View Lane, between Luna Road and Interstate 635, and should last about one hour. These experiences are suitable for all ages. Sturdy shoes, for trails that could be muddy, are recommended. Cameras, bug spray and binoculars are also a good idea.
Mr. Varnum has already identified more than 200 species of plants in the preserve which is an excellent example of a bottomland forest and natural wetland area.
In addition to the indigenous plant life, nature walkers will also gander at wildflowers and the bird population.
The nature walk is free and open to the public. Call 972.919.2625 for more information. |
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Living History Summer Lecture Series coming to Historical Park
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The Farmers Branch Historical Park will take a look at sports and cowgirls during the once monthly summer lecture series coming up in June, July and August. 
On June 28, the lecture series begins with Mark Presswood who will trace the history of the great game in a town known for cows in "From Panthers to Cats: The Legacy of Professional Baseball in Fort Worth."
"Three Strikes and You're Not Out," switches the topic from baseball to bowling as staff members from the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame in Arlington present the history of bowling on July 26.
Then, "The Cowgirl Legacy" will close out the series on August 30 with Diana Vela, Director of Exhibits and Education at the National Cowgirl Museum. All lectures are free and begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Old Church on the Historical Park grounds. Call 972.406.0184 for more information. |
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Summer Reading Club activities continue at Manske Library throughout June
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Promoting reading during the upcoming months is the goal of this year's Summer Reading Club at the Farmers Branch Manske Library. Dubbed "Dig Up a Good Book This Summer," the program will feature regular activities on weekdays.Tutoring will be held on Mondays between 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. to be followed by a movie from 3 until 5 p.m. Tuesdays will feature a Teen Movie from 3 until 5 p.m. Wednesdays are "Live!" performances and include Critterman on June 8; Mister Jazz on June 15; Slick Juggler on June 22; and Family Games on June 29. Tutoring returns on Thursdays from 2 until 3 p.m. followed by the Teen Scene, which alternates a rock band or teen craft each week, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. For more information on the Summer Reading Club and future Live! Schedules, call the Library at 972.247.2511. |
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As temperatures (in the, technically, late Spring) in June are already approaching the century mark, cooling down at the Don Showman Pool is always a positive option for Farmers Branch residents.
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City Staff
Mini-Profile
Ross Pittman
Position:
Parks District Supervisor
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Years with the City:
18 yrs
Personal:
I am a Certified Nurseryman and Certified Turfgrass Manager. I have worked my way up through the ranks to the position I now hold. My wife and I were married at the Historical Park Church. I am a proud dad to 2 beautiful girls. Family time includes church, camping, fishing and mountain biking.
What Does He Like Most About Working for Farmers Branch:
All the fine people I have met, whether co-worker or resident of this great City, have made my professional career with the City very blessed. |
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Weekly Report
LANE CLOSURES
SHOULDER CLOSURES
Eastbound
Shoulder closure of I-635 WB from east of Monfort Drive overpass to Montfort Drive nightly
June 2-10 / 8 pm to 6 am
MAIN LANE CLOSURES
Northbound
Right lane closure of NB Josey from I-635 WB frontage road to just north of Villa Creek Drive
June 10 / 9 am to 3 pm
Right lane of NB Marsh Lane from just south of I-635 to the EB frontage road of I-635
June 9 / 9 am to 3 pm
FRONTAGE ROADS
Eastbound
Right lane from west of Welch to west of Inwood
Until Aug 30 / 24 hrs
Right lane between Hillcrest and Park Central
Til July 15 / 9 am to 6 pm
Northbound
Right lane of NB Marsh Lane from I 635 Westbound Frontage to 200 ft north
of I 635
June 9 / 9 am to 3 pm
Right lane of NB Josey Lane from I 635 Westbound Frontage to 100 ft north
of Villa Creek
June 10 / 9 am to 3 pm
Right lane of NB Rosser north of I 635 to the alley
June 14 / 9 am to 3 pm
Westbound
Right lane WB from just west of Coit Rd to west of Montfort Drive
Until July 31 / 24 hrs
HOV LANE CLOSURES
Eastbound
Beginning east of Luna Road and extending west of Midway
Westbound
Beginning west of Midway Road and extending just
east of Josey Lane
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About the City of Farmers Branch
Located on the northwest border of the City of Dallas, Farmers Branch is a vibrant and vital community with a residential population of 28,800 but a daytime population of 66,000. The City's 28 parks and lush greenbelts feature nationally-acclaimed, award-winning soccer fields, football facilities as well as baseball and softball complexes. The Farmers Branch Historical Park allows residents to step back in time and the John F. Burke Nature Preserve offers the opportunity to experience a real, 104-acre wilderness in the middle of one of the busiest metro areas of the world. The City's location in the geographical center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, only 15 minutes away from both DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field, make Farmers Branch an ideal location for residents and for business. For more information about Farmers Branch, visit www.farmersbranch.info or call 972.919.2515. |
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