Calendar

Essentials Before Starting a Business
Sunday, February 16 at 3 p.m.
Cozby Library and Community Commons

This class will look at the differences between side hustles and businesses (both are GREAT, but there are differences), deciding whether you should get an LLC or not, the actual steps of opening a business, and common reasons businesses fail (so you can avoid those).
Holly McGowan with SCORE will be teaching this class. Find out more about SCORE at https://www.score.org/dallas. TIP: We recommend you arrive a few minutes early.
For teens and adults 16 and up. No registration is required.
For more information, please stop by the Information Desk, call 972-304-3658, or email cozbyprograms@coppelltx.gov.

Annual Black History Program
Sunday, February 16⋅at 3 p.m.
Irving Arts Center 3333 North MacArthur Blvd. 
Irving Black Arts Council presents their annual black history program. Experience a journey through black history, celebrating resilience, love, family and artistry. The program includes the USPS Black Heritage Month stamp unveiling and a featured presentation by Janet Forney, “A Poetic Journey through Time” inspired by the stories and poetry of literary icons from the Harlem Renaissance and beyond.
The event is free to attend. No RSVP or ticket necessary.

 

Duncanville Police Town Hall Meeting
Monday, February 17⋅at 6:30 p.m.
Centro Familiar Cristiano, 419 N Cedar Ridge Dr.
In response to resident concerns about federal policy changes, the City of Duncanville and the Duncanville Police Department are hosting a Town Hall Meeting. The goal of this meeting is to provide an open platform for residents to ask questions, voice concerns, and engage in productive dialogue regarding topics that matter to you.

Your Teenager Isn’t Crazy
Tuesday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Cozby Library and Community Commons
Chris Guzniczak, LPC., with Flower Mound Counseling, returns to the library to talk about parenting adolescents. In this program, Chris will discuss some of the challenges faced by teens and how it's impacting their families. He will also discuss red flags parents can watch for and will share a technique for connecting with, and communicating effectively with, teens. The program will be hands-on and participants will get a worksheet to practice and to take home. This program is geared for parents of teenagers, but all adults are welcome.
No registration is required.
For more information, please stop by the Information Desk, call 972-304-3658, or email cozbyprograms@coppelltx.gov.

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Feb. 7-Feb. 23 Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m.& Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
Coppell Arts Center 505 Travis St.
Based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, Charlie Brown and the entire Peanuts bunch explore life's great questions as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship. 
Theatre Coppell offers a 10% discount on group tickets. Call 972-304-7047

 

Epic Vibe Festival
February 22 from 2-10 p.m.
Epic Central Grand Prairie
Free
• The Jazz Warehouse” – Groove to the sounds of local Jazz
• The Epic Grand Theater – An eclectic mix of **Latin, Folk, Americana, Rock, and other dynamic artists
• Grand Lobby – Performances by singer-songwriters
DELICIOUS LOCAL CUISINE: Satisfy your taste buds with food from local vendors, including:
 • Mouthwatering BBQ
 • Flavorful Mexican dishes
 • Savory Asian delights
 • Traditional Fair Fare and more!

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES: Bring the whole family for a day of fun! Activities include:
 • Family-friendly art projects for all ages.
 • Skateboard painting workshops to personalize your board.
 • A half-pipe for thrilling skateboard demonstrations—or bring your own board and join in the action!