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City of Coppell administrative offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

This concert at the Arts Center is entitled “Live, Love, Dance!”, and will feature works centered around the themes of life, love, and dance. The Coppell Community Orchestra will feature small ensembles of Strings, Brass, and Woodwinds. This hour-long concert will entertain and educate those of all ages. Join us for this closing concert of the season and the first live audience performance since March 2020. This concert is socially distanced in the Main Hall, tickets are FREE. Please reserve your ticket in advance. For more information visit: www.CoppellArtsCenter.org

The Coppell Community Chorale Children's Chorus, Vibrant Tones Encore Concert! Saturday, May 22nd at 11:00 am This is a FREE Concert outside on the Grove Join the Coppell Community Chorale Children's Chorus for an encore performance of Vibrant Tones. This concert will put a smile on your face and warm your heart. For more information visit: www.CoppellArtsCenter.org

Join us for free live music outside on Grove once a month at the Arts Center! The Bodarks will be performing from 6 pm to 8 pm. Enjoy the music, mingle with friends and purchase a cold drink from Macklin's Catering Co. or food from the Big Kate Burgers and Kona Ice at the Arts Center during this free outdoor concert. Our outdoor seating will be first-come, first-serve, and lawn chairs are welcome! For more information visit: www.CoppellArtsCenter.org

The Drive-In Movies Series is back at the Coppell Arts Center! The May 29th movie is Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. Rated G and runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Tickets to the Drive-In are sold per vehicle for $15. The Parking Lot opens at 8 pm and spots are first-come, first served. The movie will start at 8:30 pm. Concessions will be available on-site for purchase. For more information visit: www.CoppellArtsCenter.org

Grab a blanket and join us for storytime outdoors in Town Center Plaza! We will sing, dance, and enjoy stories. Please stay together with your group and maintain social distancing from others. Masks are encouraged. All ages welcome. Town Center Plaza is located behind the library. In the event of adverse weather, storytime will be canceled.

Join us for an informal chat about the books, movies, television, and music we're currently enjoying. Once we finish chatting, we'll have a creative writing and/or drawing prompt. Maybe you'll find your next favorite read or connect with others who like the same books as you! There is no required reading for this book club. Just come prepared to share a title you enjoyed and create! For teens in grades 6 - 12.

Join us for a virtual author talk with Alka Joshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Henna Artist. Alka was born in India, in the state of Rajasthan. Her family came to the United States when she was nine, and she now lives on California’s Monterey Peninsula. The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, her second novel will be out on June 22nd. In The Henna Artist seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way alone to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most highly requested henna artist--and confidante--to the wealthy women of the upper class. Three copies of the new paperback edition of The Henna Artist will be given away at the close of the program, or check it out from the library in hardcover, eBook, or eAudiobook format.

Grab a blanket and join us for storytime outdoors in Town Center Plaza! We will sing, dance, and enjoy stories. Please stay together with your group and maintain social distancing from others. Masks are encouraged. All ages welcome. Town Center Plaza is located behind the library. In the event of adverse weather, storytime will be canceled.

The Meet Your Neighbor Series continues virtually on May 22, 2021. Join the Cozby Library and Community Commons on Zoom to hear from a panel of community members as they tell their personal stories of Asian Cultures and Challenges. In order to build deeper understanding and empathy, audience members can ask questions of the panelists in a safe and comfortable environment. This is an opportunity for community members to share their experiences and learn from each other without debate. This series of programs was developed with the Community Builders which is comprised of Coppell Citizens. Topics for the programs are generated by the committee or suggestions from community members. All ages are welcome. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required.

Grab a blanket and join us for storytime outdoors in Town Center Plaza! We will sing, dance, and enjoy stories. Please stay together with your group and maintain social distancing from others. Masks are encouraged. All ages welcome. Town Center Plaza is located behind the library. In the event of adverse weather, storytime will be canceled.

Join us for an informal chat about the books, movies, television, and music we're currently enjoying. Once we finish chatting, we'll have a creative writing and/or drawing prompt. Maybe you'll find your next favorite read or connect with others who like the same books as you! There is no required reading for this book club. Just come prepared to share a title you enjoyed and create! For teens in grades 6 - 12.

About: CPR AED is an instructor-led course that teaches critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency situation until emergency medical services arrives. Skills covered in this course include first aid, choking relief, and what to do for sudden cardiac arrest in adults, children, and infants.

Other Things to Know:
- REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Visit www.LifeSafetyPark.org for registration details.
- This class does not provide the card needed for some professions.
- There is no minimum age requirement for this class; however, all registrants need to be capable of comprehending the material and participating in the activities. In general, this class suits ages 15+.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Arrive 10 minutes prior to class time.

The Coppell Farmers Market is the best unique, small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey, and other specialty products. Come out to the Farmers Market to find local healthy food, develop a relationship with those providing your food, meet up with friends and neighbors, and be a part of the local movement.

Make a splash during Water Safety Month and head out to Andrew Brown East for a showing of the movie “Finding Dory!” Sunset Socials: Movie on the Lawn on Saturday, May 15 will feature a free showing of the film with everyone’s favorite blue tang on the big screen at sunset. Our Water Safety Experts from The CORE will be on hand for advice and tips on how to stay water safe year-round! The event starts at 8:00 pm and the movie will start shortly after the sun goes down.

The Coppell Farmers Market is the best unique, small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey, and other specialty products. Come out to the Farmers Market to find local healthy food, develop a relationship with those providing your food, meet up with friends and neighbors, and be a part of the local movement.

The Coppell Farmers Market is the best unique, small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey, and other specialty products. Come out to the Farmers Market to find local healthy food, develop a relationship with those providing your food, meet up with friends and neighbors, and be a part of the local movement.

City Council meetings are regularly held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 pm, unless otherwise specified. Special meetings are held as needed. At this time, meeting are being held virtually.

The FOARD Task Force meetings are regularly held on the second Wednesday of each month, at 6:30 pm. At this time, the meetings are being held virtually.

Library Board meetings are regularly held on the second Thursday of each month at 7 pm. At this time, the meetings are being held virtually. If you wish to join in on the meeting, please email the Cozby Library and Community Commons no later than 2 pm on the second Thursday of each month. Agendas are available 72 hours prior to a meeting.

CRDC meetings are regularly held on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm. Special called meetings are held as needed. At this time, meeting are being held virtually.

The Economic Development Foundation meetings are held on an as needed basis. At this time, the meetings are held virtually, via Zoom. If you wish to speak during the Citizens' Appearance portion of the meeting, please email the Economic Development division at ED@coppelltx.gov, or by calling the Economic Development division at 972-304-3677.

The Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are regularly held on the third Thursday of each month, at 6 pm. At this time, the meetings are being held virtually.

City Council meetings are regularly held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 pm, unless otherwise specified. Special meetings are held as needed. At this time, meeting are being held virtually.