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JUNE 15: Bee Lady Science Program at 7:00 p.m. at the Duncanville Library, 201 James Collins Blvd. For more information, call Youth Services Librarian Urla Morgan at (972) 780-5044.
JUNE 19: Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Armstrong Park, 315 E. Wheatland Rd. For more information, call Special Events Coordinator Angie Henley at (972) 780-5086.
JUNE 22: Stanley the Steam Engine-Parking Lot Train Rides at 7:00 p.m. the Duncanville Library, 201 James Collins Blvd. For more information, call Youth Services Librarian Urla Morgan at (972) 780-5044.
JULY 1: Y.D. Dandy! Show at 7:00 p.m. at the D.L. Hopkins, Jr. Senior Center. For more information, call (972) 780-5073.
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Thank you for your interest in the latest news, announcements and events from the City of Duncanville. Here's what's happening in Duncanville this week... |
| Parks and Recreation Summer Program Guide | |
 The Parks and Recreation Department's summer programming begins this month with new programs for children and adults. Don't worry your favorite fitness and personal enrichment classes are still being offered!
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| Summer Camp Programs for Youth Offered at the Rec | |  Need fun, safe activities for your child this summer? Look no further! The Duncanville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting two summer camps: Shining Stars Day Camp and the Dirty Jobs Camp.
The Shining Stars Day Camp runs from June 7 through August 13 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The cost is $85 per week and includes fieldtrips and a T-shirt. Participants will discover the outdoors, play tons of games, take awesome fieldtrips, and so much more! The Dirty Jobs Camp is a week long camp from June 14 through June 18 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The cost is $125 and includes fieldtrips and a T-shirt. The Dirty Jobs Camp allows children to get their hands dirty and experience the behind-the-scenes action of different jobs throughout the community! For more information on Shining Stars Day Camp and the Dirty Jobs Camp, call (972) 780-4971 or click here to view the Camp Flyer. |
| Duncanville to Host Juneteenth Celebration | |  The City of Duncaville is hosting the annual Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 19 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Armstrong Park located at 315 E. Wheatland Rd. in Duncanville.
This year's festivities include water slides, inflatables, face painting, food and merchandise booths and more! For more information, visit www.duncanville.com/events or contact Angie Henley at (972) 780-5086. Schedule of Events
4:00 p.m.: Welcome and Introductions
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.: Melody Afi Bell (Afrikan Griot Storytelling and
Drums)
5:30-5:50 p.m.: Roshanda Swan
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Duval & Ave Marie
8:00 to 10:00 p.m.: All Funk Radio Show |
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Council Seeks Citizens to Serve on City Boards & Commissions | | |
Financial Advisor John D. Garcia | Application deadline: July 10, 2010
Duncanville City Council is currently accepting applications from citizens interested in volunteering their service on one of the City's boards or commission.
To be eligible to serve, one must be a resident, qualified voter of the City of Duncanville, and not delinquent in the payment of ad valorem taxes or in the payment of fines to the City.
According to City SecretaryDara Crabtree, vacancies will be reviewed and filled during the summer months for the following boards: Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Park & Recreation Advisory Board, Library Advisory Board, Sign Control Board, Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board, and Certified Retirement Community Oversight Committee. She also noted that at this time there are no vacancies on the Tri-City Animal Shelter Board and the Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation; however, some of the boards may have more than one vacancy.
"Applications will be accepted in June through mid-July. Following the application deadline, the City Council will conduct a brief interview with each applicant. Appointments are then made in August," she added.
Anyone interested in serving is encouraged to forward a completed application to Dara Crabtree, City Secretary, P.O. Box 380280, Duncanville, Texas75138-0280. An application form can be downloaded from the City website www.duncanville.com or obtained by contacting Ms. Crabtree at (972) 780-5017. |
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Duncanville Prepares for July Fourth Celebration |
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 Live music, water slides, food vendors, fireworks, and more! This year's Stars and Stripes Celebration in
The City of Duncanville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual celebration on Sunday, July 4th from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Armstrong Park located at 315 E. Wheatland Rd.
This popular community event is one that Special Events Coordinator Angie Henley said is poised to have even bigger crowds than previous years.
"We're expecting a big crowd this year. We will have water slides, inflatable bounce houses and slides, face painting and great food!" said Henley. "To end the night, Professor D will be playing live and will help us countdown for the best fireworks display in South Dallas."
Different from previous years, the Lions Club Parade will be held the day before the Stars and Stripes Celebration on Saturday, July 3 at 9:00 a.m.
This year's theme is "America Shines in Duncanville." To participate in the parade, those interested must submit a Parade Application, which can be found online at www.duncanville.com. The entry deadline is Wednesday, June 30 at 5:00 p.m.
For more information at the Stars and Stripes Celebration and the Lions Club Parade, visit the City of Duncanville Website at www.duncanville.com or contact Special Events Coordinator Angie Henley at (972) 780-5086.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, July 3rd
9:00 a.m.: Lions Club Parade
Sunday, July 4th
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: Face painting, train rides, water slides, inflatables, food vendors and more!
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: Professor D (Genre: Party music)
Dusk: Fireworks! |
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