Greetings!
 Welcome to the E-Newsletter from the City of Burleson, Texas. This E-Newsletter comes to your inbox every Friday, for free! More than 755 people are subscribers. If you've missed a few issues, go to the E-Newsletter archive on the City of Burleson web site at http://tinyurl.com/my5ak7. If you have questions or suggestions about the E-Newsletter or City programs, services and events, call the public information office at 817-426-9622. |
Rides, mock gunfights, food and fun await you at Founders Day tomorrow 
The City's parks and recreation department and the Burleson Heritage Foundation (BHF) will join forces Oct. 10 for the 17th annual Founders Day celebration, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. in Old Town. Mock gunfights and great food are on tap. Expect arts and crafts of all varieties, carnival rides and musical entertainment. Founders Day is celebrated on the second Saturday of October in recognition of the date that Burleson was founded, Oct. 10, 1881. |
 Tuesday's the night . . . neighbors come together to fight back against crime
Tuesday is the night to get out and show criminals that they aren't welcome in your neighborhood. The Burleson Police Department and more than 15 neighborhood watch groups are celebrating National Night Out on Oct. 13. Block parties will take place 7 p.m.-9 p.m. State representatives Chris Turner and Rob Orr as well as members of the Burleson City Council, City staff and police department will make the rounds to greet those involved. Get your neighborhood on the list by calling 817-426-9910 or 817-739-5183. |
Semi-annual cleanup of gravesites at Burleson Memorial Park starts Nov. 1
When you turn those clocks back at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, remember to do two other things. Change the batteries in your smoke detectors and participate in the semi-annual cleanup of the gravesites at Burleson Memorial Park. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ydrugw9. |
Five are invited in but only one makes  it out alive in 'House on Haunted Hill'
Get ready for the Burleson Public Library's "Horribly Horrible Horror Monday" presentation of "House on Haunted Hill" on Oct. 12. The 1959 movie starring Vincent Price centers on a haunted house party at a home with a reputation for murder. Five strangers are invited in, but only one will make it out of the house alive, and $10,000 richer. The Monday night movies start at 7 p.m. at 248 SW Johnson Ave., and, the movies are free! |
 Fort Worth's Crud Cruiser wants your household hazardous waste Nov. 7 | |
Stay safe while hunting thanks to two-day Texas Hunter Education course
If you are thinking of hunting, sign up for the Oct.17-18 Texas Hunter Education course hosted by the Burleson Community Center. This is a 10-hour program geared toward students from 9 years old and up. Saturday's class is 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday's class is noon-4 p.m. The course covers the skills, regulations and responsibilities of hunting, wildlife conservation and the outdoors. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ydexx7t, or call the Burleson Community Center at 817-295-8168. |
Organizers reroute Boo Bash to cut  down on trick-or-treater congestion The second annual Burleson Old Town Boo Bash has been rerouted to accommodate the more than 5,000 trick-or-treaters who are expected Oct. 31. Boo Bash will go around a square bound by Eldred Street, Bransom Street, Bufford Street and Ellison. Foot traffic will be one-way to help cut down on the congestion. The fun will take place, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., and it is geared toward children from birth to 12 years old. For more about the activities, go to http://tinyurl.com/pxn3oc on the City web site. |
Award-winning comic book writer will speak to Teen Anime/Manga Club
 David Hopkins, recognized as the Best Local Comic Book Writer by the Dallas Observer in 2006, will be the Burleson Public Library's Teen Anime/Manga Club's special guest speaker Thursday, Oct. 22, at 4:30 p.m. Hopkins wrote the American Library Association's Great Graphic Novels for Teens award-winner "Emily Edison." He is also a regular contributor to D Magazine. Hopkins will be talking about the future of comics and job opportunities in the field. This club is for teens, 12-18. For more information call Teen/Public Service Librarian Matt Morrison at 817-426-9205. |
Twelve-week Tae Kwon Do session kicks off Oct. 20 at community center
Want to learn some Tae Kwon Do? The next 12-week session starts Tuesday, Oct. 20, with beginner classes at 6 p.m. and advanced classes at 7 p.m. at the Burleson Community Center. Classes are on Tuesday and Thursday nights. The cost ranges from $60 to $80. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ydexx7t. |
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Role playing, acting, and books are part of Teen Read Week Oct. 18-24 The Burleson Public Library is celebrating Teen Read Week Oct. 18-24 with three events. "Introduction to Role-Playing Games" is Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 4:30 p.m.; "Playing With Reality: How to be an Actor" is Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 4:30 p.m.; and, the "Pizza Party and Book Chat" is Thursday, Oct. 22, at 4:30 p.m. These events are for teens, 12-18. For more information call Teen/Public Service Librarian Matt Morrison at 817-426-9205. |
Check out the City of Burleson's September/October Progress Report!
Residents who have accounts with the City of Burleson's utility customer service  department received the September/October 2009 Burleson Progress Report in their mail. If you didn't receive one, click on the September/October 2009 Burleson Progress Report icon on the home page at www.burlesontx.com, or stop by Burleson City Hall, the Burleson Public Library or the Burleson Community Center for a free copy.
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Sally Ellertson
City of Burleson
Public Information Officer
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Check out this link to Weather Underground on the City of Burleson's web site. You can find out the forecast, air quality, and even see what the weather will be like for your favorite game. http://tinyurl.com/l7xabw.
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The City has a Facebook page! Check it out, join the 1,167-plus fans, and tell us what you think! For a link to The City's Facebook page, click on the Facebook button on the City web site at www.burlesontx.com. |
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The new hours at Burleson City Hall are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. For hours at all City facilities, go to http://tinyurl.com/mc28wb.
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In an effort to keep residents from becoming victims of crime, Burleson Police officers are knocking on doors when they find garage doors open or keys left in the ignitions of unattended vehicles. It is against the Texas Transportation Code to leave a vehicle unattended without taking the keys out of the ignition. Keys in the ignition of an unattended vehicle are an open invitation to crime.
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It's Fire Prevention Week . . . sound the alarm! Sparky the Fire Dog encourages families to participate in the Great American Fire Drill by picking a date, making a plan, and practicing your escape drill. Go to www.sparky.org/form. for more information.
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Do you want a list of all Burleson garage sales that have permits through city hall? Check the City web site after 12 p.m. on Thursdays. http://tinyurl.com/qh6lgm. |
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Stay off that cell phone, unless you are using a hands-free device, while you are driving through an active school zone in Burleson. The ban is statewide. Go to http://tinyurl.com/kw6q38. |
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The Most Wanted City  phone numbers; the numbers, addresses, and hours of operation for all City facilities; and e-mail addresses for Burleson City Council and city management are on the City of Burleson web site. Go to http://tinyurl.com/mmhcek. |
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Feel like watching a little softball? The City's parks and recreation department hosts an adult Fall Softball League at Hidden Creek Sports Complex. Games are Monday-Thursday, starting 6:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m. Games run through Oct. 28. Admission is free! For a schedule and standings, go to http://tinyurl.com/mqthlm.
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Street and waterline projects approved by voters in the 2005-2009 bond program are underway. Alsbury Boulevard, Irene Street and neighborhood streets are included. For more, go to http://tinyurl.com/pzwjsm.
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