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Rowlett Roundup-Issue No. 4
December 19, 2024
Hi everyone,
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones! 🎄✨ As we enter the most wonderful time of the year, I hope your days are filled with joy, love, and all the festive magic this season brings.
Last week’s Holiday Main Street Fest and Parade on December 14 was a huge success, with clear skies and plenty of holiday cheer. 🎉
Looking ahead to December 19-26, there’s still plenty of festive fun happening around town—from community events to dazzling light displays.
Note: Some events were canceled this week due to rain, so check updates and dress for the weather!
Looking Ahead: A More Balanced Rowlett Roundup 🎯
This past month, Rowlett Roundup has been filled with family-friendly activities to celebrate the Christmas season, bringing joy and festive fun to the forefront. As we move into January, you can expect a more balanced newsletter, featuring a wider variety of events and other relevant community information. My goal is to keep each issue under 1,500 words—a quick and easy 10-minute read. With all the festive activities this month, it’s been a bit of a challenge!
Thank you for being such an amazing part of this growing Rowlett community. Let’s make this holiday season one to remember. 💙
Warmest wishes,
Kareem
📩 [email protected]
Rowlett Recap 📰
Enjoying The Holiday Main Street Fest & Parade
😎 WHAT’S HAPPENING
Stay informed with the latest agendas and public notices—these are the same documents posted on the City’s bulletin boards at City Hall.
📌 Upcoming Agendas:
City Council Possible Quorum
🗓️ December 19, 2024 – View Agenda PDFEconomic Development Advisory Board Possible Quorum
🗓️ December 19, 2024 – View Agenda PDF
📍 Special Event:
Miller Road Reconstruction Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: First Christian Church Parking Lot, 7301 Miller Road, Rowlett, TX 75088
City Council members may attend, but no official business will take place.
🚧 Road Closure: Martin Drive Continues Until January 4th.
🚧 Coyle Street Road Closure Reminder
Coyle Street, between the Roundabout and Martin Drive, will be closed from 2 PM to 10 PM every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 29 to accommodate food trucks for the Rowlett on Ice Skating Rink.
Plan accordingly and enjoy the holiday festivities! ⛸️🎄
🚧 TxDOT Update: SH66 & Dalrock Road Intersection
TxDOT has provided an update on the SH66 and Dalrock Road intersection improvement project, with a projected completion date of January 27, 2025.
The project focuses on improving traffic flow and enhancing safety at this busy intersection. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and stay alert while traveling through the area.
🔗 For more information and updates, visit TxDOT’s project tracker here: tinyurl.com/3dmmamhk.
🎡 THINGS TO DO
Letters to Santa
📅 Date: Friday, December 20, 2024
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Rowlett Green, 4001 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088
🎅 Naughty or Nice? It Doesn't Matter!
Bundle up and join us at Downtown Rowlett Green for a magical evening of writing letters to Santa! Kids (and kids at heart) can craft their letters and drop them in the big red mailbox, ready to be sent straight to the North Pole.
If you miss the event, don’t worry—the mailbox will remain available at the Rowlett Community Centre throughout the 12 Days of Christmas for all your last-minute letters to the big guy.
Don’t miss this heartwarming tradition to add some holiday cheer to your season! 🌟
Breakfast with Santa
📅 Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
🕕 Time: All Day
📍 Location: Rowlett Community Centre, 5300 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088
🎄 A Jolly Morning with Santa!
Start your day with holiday cheer, a tasty breakfast, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself! Kids can share their Christmas wishes with Santa and snap some memorable photos to cherish forever.
✨ Space is Limited!
Don’t forget to register everyone in your family (ages 2 and up).
📌 Pre-registration is required and spots are filling up quickly, so act fast! Sign up here.
Make this holiday season unforgettable with a morning of festive fun for the whole family! 🎅✨
Get Ready to Strut Your Ugly Sweater on Ice!
🗓️ Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024
🕔 Time: 5 PM - 8 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Rowlett Green, 4001 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088
🎶 Disco Meets Ugly Sweaters!
Dust off that hideous, glitter-covered holiday sweater (you know the one you secretly love) and hit the ice for the Ugly Sweater Disco Skate! Groove to retro beats and seasonal jams while looking fabulously tacky.
🧊 Free Ice Skating & Rentals all month long, so there’s no excuse not to channel your inner disco king or queen.
Warning: Excessive sweater glitter and sequins may blind the competition on the rink. Skate at your own risk. 😄✨
Candlelight Christmas ✨
📍 Location: Cornerstone Church, 8200 Schrade Rd, Rowlett, TX 75088
🎄 Candlelight Christmas
🗓️ Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
Celebrate the season with a beautiful Candlelight Christmas service filled with warmth, reflection, and joy. Open to all.
Christmas Eve Mosaic 🌟
🌟 Christmas Eve Mosaic
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 24, 2024
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join this special Christmas Eve Mosaic service for an evening of community, hope, and holiday spirit as we gather to celebrate the magic of Christmas.
Open to all—bring your family and friends to share in the season’s joy! 🎶✨
Jingle and Mingle Bingo Night!
🗓️ Date: Monday, December 23, 2024
🕕 Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Rowlett Green, 4001 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088
🎅 B-I-N-G-O! There was a Santa who had an Elf, and Bingo was his name-O!
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening of come-and-go Bingo under the big white tent. With festive prizes and lots of holiday cheer, it’s the perfect way to jingle and mingle before Christmas!
🎄 Don’t miss out on the fun—Bingo has never been this holly jolly! 🛎️✨
Light Up Rowlett – A Festive Christmas Eve Adventure!
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 24, 2024
📍 Location: All around Rowlett, TX
🎄 Tour the Town's Best Holiday Displays!
Spend Christmas Eve exploring Rowlett’s most festive and decked-out homes on a self-guided holiday lights tour. Follow the map to soak in the dazzling displays and get into the holiday spirit.
📸 Selfie Contest Winners Announced!
Did you snap the ultimate holiday selfie? Check Rowlett Facebook page to see the winners of our festive photo contest, and don’t forget to share your favorite pics from the tour with us!
✨ Grab your family, your camera, and your holiday spirit—let’s light up Rowlett together!
🗓️ Date: December 20, 2024
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Rowlett Public Library
Practice your English-speaking skills in a welcoming environment. Share stories, expand your vocabulary, and make new friends! Open to non-native speakers of all ages.
Maker Lab
🗓️ Date: December 21, 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Rowlett Public Library
Get crafty! Use the library's tools and equipment in this self-directed program. Ages 14+ only, with a library card and signed waiver required.
Library Closing Early
🗓️ Date: December 23, 2024
🕕 Time: Closing at 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Rowlett Public Library
Heads up! The library will close early at 6:00 PM on December 23.
Library Closed for Christmas Holidays
🗓️ Dates: December 24-25, 2024
📍 Location: Rowlett Public Library
The library will be closed for the Christmas holidays. Wishing you a joyous and peaceful celebration! 🎄
All information provided here is accurate to the best of my knowledge at the time of publication. However, event details can change, so it's always a good idea to double-check links for the most up-to-date information before attending.
🕰️ A Look Back
From the Archives: The Alston Family Home 🏠
This incredible photo, shared by Mr. Richard Hargrove in the Pioneers of Dallas Facebook group, features the family of John Page and his wife, along with Richard Bennett, John Henry, Travis, Mary Jane, Alton, Beada, and Charlsie. It sparked stories of early life in Rowlett and Pleasant Valley, from family hardships to cherished memories of young marriages and strong community ties.
One commenter shared how Charlcie Dee Alston (1900-1969) and Anna Lee Newman (1904-1972) went on to have three children, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
Do you know where this house used to be? 🏠 Is it Pleasant Valley, Big A? If you have clues or memories to share, drop them in the comment section! Let’s uncover more of Rowlett’s history together.
The Alston Family
Help Shape Rowlett Roundup! 📝
We’d love to hear from you! What would you like to see added to future editions of Rowlett Roundup? Whether it’s new sections, event ideas, or features that matter most to you, your suggestions help us grow and better serve our community.
Did I miss any events this week? If so, please email me at [email protected] or reach out on the Rowlett Roundup Facebook page—I’d love to include them!
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Together, we can make Rowlett Roundup even more informative, fun, and engaging for everyone! 💡
Until next week…
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