Tree Lighting Ceremony still planned, while officials watch the weather

  

FARMERS BRANCH ~ As of Wednesday, fireworks are still scheduled to light the night sky at the annual Farmers Branch Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, set for December 7 at 7 p.m. at the Farmers Branch Historical Park. 

   Celebrate the season with Santa and activities for the family. Slide down a real snow hill, pet a live reindeer, and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and treats in what has become a holiday tradition. 

   Admission is free. The Farmers Branch Historical Park is located at 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, between Denton Drive and Ford Road and a short walk from the Farmers Branch DART Green Line Station. 

   Parking is available at the MetroSquare Business Park, two blocks south of the Historical Park on Ford Road with a free shuttle to the gate.    For more information, visit www.farmersbranchtx.gov or call 972.919.2620.

To stay up to date on Special Events information, residents may:

• Visit www.farmersbranchtx.gov
• Call the Special Events Hotline at 972.919.1433
• Watch for Branch Mail updates as warranted
• Find official weather watches, updates and info at the National Weather Service site at www.weather.gov

 

MANSKE LIBRARY ~ Everyone who has ever used the Farmers Branch Manske Library is invited to the annual Patron Appreciation Day on Thursday, December 5 at 10:30 a.m. in the Library's mezzanine.   

   Library Director Belinda Jacks said the annual tradition is an opportunity for the Library staff to show their appreciation for the Farmers Branch community. Light refreshments and snacks will be available until 2 p.m. 

   And, for the first time ever, the Library will hold a second reception from 5:30 to 8 p.m. for patrons who cannot attend the earlier time. 

   "At a time when family resources are sometimes lean, having a library relied upon so heavily by the community is a very special thing," Ms. Jacks said. 

   "We want to express our thanks to everyone that contributes to the Manske Library's success throughout the year." 

   For more information call the Library at 972.247.2511. 

 

REC CENTER ~ The Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center will offer plenty of fun with Santa, reindeer games and treats on Friday December 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There will also be a canned food drive benefitting families served by Metrocrest Social Services. Call 972.247.4607. 

 

MANSKE LIBRARY ~ The tradition of the Used Book Sale returns during regular Library hours, December 5 - 8. Many selections are available, most for less than $1. All proceeds go to benefit the Manske Library programs and services.

 

MANSKE LIBRARY ~ Making his annual stop for delicious cookies and good company, the jolly old elf, himself, Santa Claus will be meeting and greeting youngsters and families at the Farmers Branch Manske Library on Wednesday, December 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. 

   This year, kids will have time to write a letter to and have their pictures taken with Old Saint Nick, and to finish off the night by decorating a festive cookie with Mrs. Claus. 

   As a special feature, Farmers Branch City Manager Gary D. Greer will be on hand for a special Christmas story time with a reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.

   For more information, call the Library at 972.247.2511.

This tree in the Farmers Branch Historical Park literally glows with holiday cheer as part of the Christmas Tour of Lights. Branch Bulletin banners in December will feature a different image from the tour all month.

 

FARMERS BRANCH ~ A dozen questions on potential bond elections, posed to the November 14 Town Hall Meeting audience, are now available online for public participation, through December 15 at www.farmersbranchtx.gov.

   The questions deal with public preferences concerning any potential bond election including choice of dates and how much of a property tax increase could be acceptable. 

   The cumulative results from the Town Hall Meeting polling and the additional online survey will be released to the City Council at a later date. A replay of the Town Hall Meeting is available on FBTV at 3 p.m. seven days a week, also through December 15.

   Meetings can be seen live on FBTV, cable channel 16 in Farmers Branch, and on replay at 6:30 p.m., seven days a week.

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