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DATE NIGHT
Food Truck Guide
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More food trucks than ever planned for
Date Night in the Park
FARMERS BRANCH ~ As the popular event continues to grow, Date Night in the Park is expecting a parade of food trucks like never before at this venue during the expanding event.
 Again, the Farmers Branch Historical Park will be the venue for the annual spring edition of Date Night in the Park, Saturday, April 23. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and admission is free. More food trucks than ever will be on hand to serve the ever-increasing crowd for this popular event. Midnight River Choir will perform at 6 p.m. before the evening outdoor movie, "Daddy's Home." This year's food truck selection includes (click links for menus & info): The Farmers Branch Historical Park is located at 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, between Denton Drive and Ford Road and a short, five-minute walk from the Farmers Branch DART Green Line Station. Parking will be available at the Metrosquare Business Park, two blocks south of the Historical Park on Ford Road, with a free shuttle to the gate. As always for this event, childcare is available for ages 3-12 at the Community Recreation Center for $10 per child. However, pre-registration is required by Thursday, April 21. Call 972.247.4607 for information or to register for childcare. Lawn chairs and blankets are recommended for lawn seating. For more information on Date Night in the Park, visit fbspecialevents.com or call 972.919.2620.
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East Side planning process workshop set tonight
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Following a "walkshop" bus tour of the East Side of Farmers Branch, City leaders are inviting the public to chime in on their thoughts for the future of the historically commercial sector of the City.  The East Side planning process workshop will be held on Thursday, April 14, 6 to 8 p.m., at Brookhaven College, Building H, Room 125. The popular keypad polling devices will be used to gauge preferences of the crowd in attendance.
Some members of the City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission, along with other City leaders, took part in the "walkshop," or walking workshop, tour of the East side to examine the areas strengths, challenges and potential for the future.
Brookhaven College is located at 3939 Valley View Lane, east of the intersection of Valley View and Marsh Lanes.
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RECYCLING Update
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DIY
Code Enforcement shows how easy a recycling screen can be in new video
Code Enforcement Supervisor Ray Mendez and Building Official Hugh Pender concisely explain the requirements and demonstrate the DIY screening fence in the three and a half minute video, now on YouTube and airing soon on FBTV.
With the new Curbside Recycling Program now underway, residents are reminded to store their recycling cart out of view of the street.
 Storage of the 95-gallon rolling cart can be in a garage or inside a backyard with solid fencing. For those that, for whatever reason, cannot store a cart in the garage or backyard, they may store the cart next to the house provided that carts are screened in with opaque fencing in an L-shaped configuration. There will be a grace period until October 1 for installation of proper screening. Fines for solid waste ordinance violations will range up to $500. However, City officials emphasize that residents will have ample opportunity to learn about proper storage and correct any issues. Fines will not be assessed except in cases of multiple repeat violations. For more info, visit fbrecycles.com or call 972.919.2597.
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ANOTHER Shredding Opportunity
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Heavy traffic expected for
Shred Day DFW at StarCenter
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Heavy traffic is expected in the area of Denton Drive and Valley View on Saturday, April 23 as Comerica Bank and Iron Mountain have moved their annual 'Shred Day DFW' to the Dr Pepper StarCenter Farmers Branch.  Set for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., event organizers are inviting people from all over the Metroplex to drop off their documents to be shredded in the StarCenter parking lot that day.
Crowds may be especially heavy as they will also be accepting donations for the North Texas Food Bank.
Since 2011, the event has resulted in the destruction and recycling into pulp of more than 1.3 million pounds of documents. In 2015, Shred Day DFW earned its third Guiness World Records honor for the most paper collected and shredded in a 24-hour period (460,000 pounds).
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Senior Safety & Security Fair announced for June 4
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Designed to provide information on how seniors can protect themselves, their homes and assets, the Farmers Branch Senior Center has announced a Safety & Security Fair, to be held Saturday June 4. 
Sponsored by the Farmers Branch Senior Advisory Board and planned for the hours of 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., the event will be held at the Farmers Branch Senior Center, 14055 Dennis Lane.
"The focus will be on the safety, health and overall well-being of seniors," said Farmers Branch Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Harting. "This will be a great opportunity for seniors and their families to meet with a range of service providers and to explore available community resources."
Mr. Harting explained that participating agencies will include the Farmers Branch Police and Fire Departments, United States Post Office, The Senior Source, Metrocrest Services and others.
Each agency will have a table to share information, answer questions and help seniors find resources.
Although designed for seniors, the event is open to all ages. Refreshments will be provided and door prizes will be given throughout the morning.
For more information, call the Senior Center at 972.919.8740.
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Curiously-titled [title of show] set to open tonight at Firehouse
FARMERS BRANCH ~ [title of show] is the title of the next show to be staged by The Firehouse Theatre on select nights April 14 through May 1 at the theatre, 2535 Valley View Lane.  A show within a show, the one-act musical chronicles its own creation as an entry in the New York Music Festival in 2004.
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To quote Shakespeare, or not to quote Shakespeare (at birthday party) 
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Everyone is invited to celebrate William Shakespeare's birthday at the Farmers Branch Manske Library on Saturday, April 23 at 4 pm.
Members of the community will read and perform scenes from Shakespeare's most memorable plays in the Amphitheater. Anyone wishing to take part should contact the Library as soon as possible at 972.247.2511.
Those in attendance can enjoy cupcakes and punch as we wish William Shakespeare a happy 452nd birthday.
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Manske Library releases video to explain "Blackout Poetry"
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FARMERS BRANCH ~ As part of National Poetry Month, teens are invited to come to the Farmers Branch Manske Library to create their own Blackout Poetry on Wednesday, April 20 at 5 p.m.
Teens can "upcycle" old books to create their own poetry using a sharpie and some imagination.
For more information, call the Farmers Branch Manske Library at 972.247.2511.
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Potential Boards & Commissions volunteers should attend recruiting event, May 10
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Anyone that has ever considered serving on a City board is invited to attend a 'Boards and Commissions' Recruiting Event, planned for Tuesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. at Farmers Branch City Hall.
The public can come learn about the roles of each of the City's board and commissions, visit with current board members and board chairs, along with City Council and City staff.
Applications for Board service are being accepted April 18 through May 16. Eligible applicants may be asked to attend a followup interview session with the City Council on May 24.
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Fishin' Fun 2016 announced for May 14
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Kids ages 16 and under can try their hand at fishing during the annual Fishin' Fun in Farmers Branch event, set this year for Saturday, May 14 on the banks of Rawhide Creek in Gussie Field Watterworth Park, near Farmers Branch City Hall.  No registration is required and the event is free for kids, 16 and under. They can bring their own equipment or borrow a rod and reel from the Parks and Recreation Department.
Kayaking, zip lining and other activities are planned at the Park as part of the event. For more information, call 972.919.1433.
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Volume 6 | Edition 15 | Number 268
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Branch Bulletin
is published weekly by the Communications Office of the
City of Farmers Branch, Texas since March 5, 2011
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Rotary playground quietly opens ahead of ribbon-cutting celebration April 30
FBTX ~ The new, all-inclusive playground, made possible by a joint effort of area Rotary Clubs, is now open at Gussie Field Watterworth Park near Farmers Branch City Hall.  The Farmers Branch and Carrollton-Farmers Branch Rotary Clubs joined forces to create the special playground where all kids can play together, regardless of abilities or limitations.
Together with public and private donations, the new playground was constructed on the site of an older playground in the park on the banks of Rawhide Creek.
A formal opening celebration, complete with ribbon-cutting, is planned for Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m. Call 972.919.2620 for info.
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Early voting set to begin April 25
FBTX ~ Dallas County voters may begin balloting for the upcoming May 7 elections when early voting opens on April 25.  Any Dallas County voter can cast a vote at any Dallas County early voting location, including Farmers Branch City Hall.
In the two Farmers Branch City Council races, Ana Reyes is running unopposed in District 1, while Chuck Zubarik and Terry Lynne are vying for the District 4 Council seat.
Early voting will be held Monday through Saturday, April 25 to 30, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.; Sunday, May 1, from 1 until 6 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday, May 2 & 3, from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES
(listed by ballot position)
Ana Reyes
Chuck Zubarik
Terry Lynne
EARLY VOTING
ELECTION DAY
. May 7, from 7 am to 7 pm
LOOKUP HELP
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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FBPD asks community for extra 'eyes'
FBTX ~ As one of its newest crime prevention and investigation tools, the Farmers Branch Police Department is asking local residents and businesses to register their surveillance cameras for the SafeCam initiative.
Aquatics Center lowers prices for new season
FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch  Aquatics Center just made it easier for families to have fun in the sun this summer with lower prices for season passes to the outdoor, summer swim season Frog Pond.
Revised ordinance aims at false alarms
FBTX ~ With eight valid alar m calls last year, out of 3,059 responded to by the Police Department, the Farmers Branch City Council has approved changes to the local alarm ordinance, designed to keep officers on the street and away from false alarm calls.
Dennis detour to run through summer
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Roadwork on Dennis Lane will have traffic from Valley View to Richland Avenue running one way only through mid-August.
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Video Gallery
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Protecting 3rd Row Seats & Tailgates from Theft |
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FARMERS BRANCH POLICE RECRUITING: Join Us!
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APRIL 14 thru MAY 1
FIREHOUSE THEATRE presents [title of show]
Select nights @ 2535 Valley View
972.620.3747
thefirehousetheatre.com
APRIL 19
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6 pm @ City Hall
LIVE on FBTV
972.247.3131
APRIL 23
DATE NIGHT in the PARK
5:30 pm @ FB Historical Park
Free Admission
972.919.2620
APRIL 27
TELL IT TO THE MAYOR
3 to 6 pm @ City Hall
Open office hours with
Mayor Bob Phelps
972.247.3131
All events & meetings are subject to change. Call listed numbers or 972.247.3131 for verification or more information.
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Accepted Materials
- Plastic containers (#s 1-5 & 7)
- Newspapers
- Aluminum, steel and tin containers
- Glass bottles & containers
- Corrugated cardboard & boxboard & mixed paper
Not Accepted Materials
- Paper towels, facial & toilet tissue
- Plastic bags & packaging
- Wax coated paper drink containers, food & wet waste
- Paper, plastic & styrofoam serving items
- Grass clippings and shredded paper
CARTS MAY BE placed for collection AFTER 7 pm the day before scheduled pickup & NO LATER THAN 7 am the day of scheduled pickup.
CARTS should be returned to storage location no later than 9 am the day AFTER scheduled pickup.
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More food trucks than ever are slated for the Spring 2016 edition of Date Night in the Park, coming Saturday, April 23.
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Applications are being accepted for membership on several of the City's volunteer advisory boards and commissions, according to City Secretary Amy Piukana.
Currently, the following boards have vacancies:
Community Watch Committee
Senior Advisory Board
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An historic community in the geographic center of the DFW Metroplex, Farmers Branch boasts a residential population of 28,800 and a daytime employment population of 66,000. Located on the northwest border of the City of Dallas, the City's 27 parks and lush greenbelts feature nationally-acclaimed, award-winning soccer fields, football facilities as well as baseball and softball complexes. The city's location in the center of the Metroplex and only 15 minutes away from both DFW Airport and Love Field, along with the 2,200 hotel rooms within the city, make Farmers Branch an ideal location for residents and for business. For more information on the City of Farmers Branch, visit
lovethebranch.com or call 972.247.3131.
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