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1. Leadership & Communications
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Community Resources Hub-
The Community Resources Welcoming Hub has been created to connect Dallas residents with existing resources to enhance the quality of life for all in Dallas. Search for programs, connect to services, apply for benefits. Search results are available in 110 Different Languages. To access this FREE service click HERE.
District 12 Senior Conversation- 10am Monday Oct. 28
Meet your City Council Member and Senior Affairs Commissioner to discuss the needs of older adults in our community. Share your thoughts and learn more about the services provided to Senior residents by the Office of Community Care Senior Services Program. Join the conversation. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYER.
National Immigrants Day- Monday Oct. 28
The United States of America is known as the world's melting pot, and every year on October 28 National Immigrants Day gives us a reason to reflect on just how unique that distinction is among the world's 195 sovereign nations. As Americans, we are proud of our long history of welcoming immigrants from all parts of the world and value their contributions that add zest to our nation's blend of cultures, customs, and traditions. For more information click HERE.
Human Rights Workshop- 9:00am to 3:00pm Thursday Oct. 31
This workshop is to create space for stakeholders to connect across human rights areas, communicate the most pressing needs, and collaborate as one on how the City of Dallas can collectively advance human rights. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS, to register click HERE.
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Immigration 101 Presentation- 10:00 to 11:30 am Thursday Nov. 7
The USCIS invites immigrant serving persons and organizations to this "Immigration Benefits and Documents Overview" presentation. The event is hosted by Community Relations Specialist Jesus M. Ramirez. To RSVP and for more information see FLYER.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training- Saturday Nov. 9
Dallas CERT training emphasizes accountability for yourself, your family, and your community by stressing the importance of personal preparedness and accountability. Our CERT volunteer members are expected to have an awareness of their neighborhoods, and to pre-determine possible evacuation sites that will facilitate effective, safe, and rapid response to emergencies. The CERT program teaches our volunteer members about disaster preparedness for hazards that affect our area. The program trains you in basic disaster response skills (fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations). CERT also offers a one-day online class that serves as an introduction to the CERT Basic three-day course. For more information click HERE.
State Fair of Texas Resource Guide-
As a long-standing Dallas Institution, the State Fair of Texas has a unique appreciation for the local support that makes such a big event possible each year. Our impact focuses on three areas that compliment our mission: social, human, and financial capital. For the Resource Guide click HERE.
Language Access- UbiDuo
The Office of Equity and Inclusion is excited to introduce the UbiDuo, a powerful communication device that helps bridge the gap between individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech impairments and City staff. This tool plays a vital role in increasing language access and ensuring every resident's voice is heard. For more information on accessing one of these devices, contact the Human Rights Division at 214-670-7311. To see infomercial click HERE.
Dallas Alert-
The City of Dallas is committed to the safety and well-being of our residents. The Dallas Alert program is an emergency notification system developed to enhance the ability of the City of Dallas to provide public safety related notifications to residents and businesses during emergencies. Register now to receive text message, voice call, and email notifications. For more information click HERE.
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2. Safe, Healthy & Connected Communities
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Pepsico Reforestation Project- 9:00am to 12:00pm Friday Nov. 1
PepsiCo, in partnership with Trinity-Blacklands Urban Forestry Council, Texas Conservation Alliance and Dallas Water Utilities, will be teaming up with Texas A&M Forest Service to plant trees as part of a reforestation project for the Great Trinity Forest. To volunteer, click HERE. For more information click HERE.
Keep Dallas Beautiful: Community Clean Trash-Off- 7:00 to 11:00am Saturday Nov. 2
Get rid of your bulk items and tires. All services provided by Code are free for those who attend. For more information click HERE.
Dia de los Muertos Festivals- 11:00am to 4:00pm Saturday Nov. 2
For a complete list of Día de los Muertos festivals in Dallas click HERE.
Abrams/Skillman Corridor Transportation Safety Study- 5:30 to 7:00pm Thursday Nov. 7
The Dallas Department of Transportation & Public Works will host a second public meeting to discuss recommended transportation safety improvements and account for resident input given in September for Abrams Road between Richmond Avenue and Northwest Highway, and for Skillman Street between Live Oak Street and Abrams Road. This meeting is a follow-up meeting to a Sept. 10, 2024, discussion about this corridor. For more information click HERE.
Feast of Sharing: 18th Annual Holiday Dinner- 3:00 to 7:00pm Friday Nov. 8
Free Community Celebration! Please join us as we give thanks for all of life's blessings. Our invitation is open to everyone, the dinner is free, and the memories are truly everlasting. There will be a kid's zone, live entertainment, meet Santa, health and family services and more. For more information click HERE.
Free Fall: Hard Blues and Harmolodics Firm Rooted Jazz Series- 7:30 to 9:00pm Saturday Nov. 9
Free Fall: Hard Blues and Harmolodics Firm Rooted Jazz Series at the Bath House Cultural Center. With firm roots planted within the traditions of so called straight ahead, free, bebop, avant garde, swing, and experimental jazz, each showcase will feature various local musicians, each who feverishly pursue an endless sonic quest within the many realms of jazz music. For more information about this FREE event click HERE.
Enhanced Library Card-
The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is a library card that contains a person's full name, home address, date of birth, and picture. In addition to all the benefits of a regular library card, it can serve as a method for verifying identity, particularly for individuals that face barriers getting a state or federal ID. You will need to consult with the organizations/entities with which you would like to use the Enhanced Library Card as part of establishing your identity to determine if/how the Enhanced Library Card can be used for this purpose. For more information on how to get one click HERE, and see BILINGUAL FLYERS.
3rd Annual Halloween Extravaganza Event- 10:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Oct 26
Celebrate Halloween with the Dallas Police Department and the AT&T Performing Arts Center at this 3rd annual Halloween Family Extravaganza where we'll have a scavenger hunt, games, and costume contests with the chance to win goodies and tickets! Along with the special activities, we'll also have family weekend favorites, such as the petting zoo, caricaturist, and face painters. It's going to be a fa-BOO-lous event! For more information click HERE.
Fresh Food and Produce Drive- 10:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Oct. 26
Hosted by Goldmark Cultural Center and Oak Cliff Veggie Project bringing fresh produce to North Dallas! Produce is bagged and ready for you to pick up! Tell all your family, friends, neighbors! For more information see FLYER.
Osaka, Japan World Expo Opportunity-
Here's another amazing opportunity to go to the Osaka World Expo next year. The U.S. Department of State is looking for Americans (individuals and groups) who have expertise in: Music, Dance, Visual Art (painting, photography, drawing, sculpture), Crafts, Literature (poetry, fiction, creative writing, screenwriting, spoken word, etc.), Media Arts (film, video, radio, podcasting), Theatre, Sports, Culinary. For more information click HERE.
FIFA World Cup 26 Poster Contest-
The pinnacle event of the most popular sport in the world is taking place on the biggest stage ever with nine matches coming to the DFW region for the FIFA World Cup 26™. For FIFA World Cup 26™, each Host City has the opportunity to express its uniqueness with a blend of football through the creation of its own Host City poster. For more information click HERE.
Early Voting and Elections-
Election Day is on Tuesday, November 5, from 7:00am to 7:00pm. However, early voting has already begun. For information on who, what, when, where and how to get a free ride to voting click HERE.
Adult Learning-
Dallas Public Library offers adult learning programs. The Fall schedule is ready. See GED classes, English citizenship classes. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS.
United Nations Day: Global Leadership Awards- 10:00am Saturday Oct. 26
There are a number of compelling reasons to attend UN Day this year. The global challenges that have dominated the news headlines are now more urgent than ever; lives have been lost, and democracy is at a critical juncture. Now is the time to engage with fellow thought leaders and experts who are working to tackle these pressing issues. For more information click HERE.
Matilda Bridge Tree Planting Celebration- 9:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Oct. 26
Free event! Rain or shine! Come be part of an exciting day dedicated to improving our local ecosystem! There will be live music created by the sounds of trees, food trucks, family-friendly activities including Blackland Prairie seed dispersal. Hosted by the University Crossing PID in collaboration with Dallas Water Utilities. For more information and to register click HERE.
Branch Out Dallas: Arbor Day- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 2
Residents who registered for a free tree through the Branch Out Dallas tree giveaway program can pick up their tree on Dallas Arbor Day, at the location they selected. For more information click HERE.
Branching Out: Tree Planting- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 2
Park Volunteer tree planting event at Moss Glen & Casa Linda Parks. Help #DallasParks replenish the tree canopy in Dallas by volunteering to plant trees. Sign up to volunteer HERE!
Branching Out: Tree Planting- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 9
Park Volunteer Tree Planting. Help replenish the tree canopy in Dallas by volunteering to plant trees at a community park near you! Sign up to volunteer HERE! For more information click HERE.
The Untold Story of Mexican-American Veterans- all day Sep. 28 to Nov. 30
An exhibit in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and Veterans Day. Mexican-Americans have served in the Military throughout history, but their stories have often been hidden or forgotten by textbooks and media depictions of veterans. For more information click HERE.
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5. Education & Economic Opportunity
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Renter to Homeowner- 4 part series: Oct. 4, 10, 25 and Nov. 8
This series is for anyone who wants to become a homeowner. The series includes: goal setting, homeownership 101, credit 101 counseling, and opportunities for discussion. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYER.
Veterans Job Fair- 7:30am to 12:00pm Wednesday Nov. 13
U&I Spread the Light is hosting this Veterans Job Fair which includes the following free services: breakfast and lunch, resume writing assistance, wrap around services for vets and more. For more information see FLYERS.
One Future, Many Paths- 10:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Nov. 16
ImmSchools is hosting this "College and Career Readiness For All" event. You will be able to explore careers, navigate college applications, understand financial aid packages, and more. For more information see FLYER.
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