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HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Thursday, November 2
Women's Self Defense
This program will teach self-
defense in dangerous situations
and is specifically created for
women, regardless of physical size
or strength, from 6-8:30 p.m. at
the Senior Center. Girls 14-and-up
are welcome with parents'
permission. Wear something
comfortable to move in.
Registration costs $35 per person
and $25 for each additional family
member.
Register today
Friday, November 3
Mind Fit
This senior program teaches
proactive ways to enhance
cognitive functioning, including fun
group activities used in the
Cognitive Therapeutics Method, a
science-based cognitive stimulation
program. This class meets from 9-
10 a.m. on Fridays through Dec.
15 at the Senior Center.
Recycling bin transition continues
CWD began replacing recycling bins on Thursday, Oct. 26.
The new trash and recycling service provider will continue
replacing the current 65-gallon recycling carts with new
CWD 65-gallon carts for all residents on recycling days.
CWD will deliver the carts on regularly scheduled recycling
days after the current provider Waste Connections empties
and removes its carts. Each delivered cart will include an
informational brochure highlighting pick-up schedules,
services, customer support info, and more. Progressive
carts are property of Progressive and must be returned.
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COMING SOON
Wednesday, November 8
Youth Mathematicians Award
The Library will host the free
dynamic math workshop with
Explore Horizons from 4-5 p.m.
where a team of four children may
have the opportunity to advance to
the next round of a national math
competition. This program has
been designed alongside the
University of Cambridge to inspire
and challenge gifted young
mathematicians with advanced,
collaborative problem solving. At
this workshop learners, in grades
4-6, will develop math strategies
including successful development
of a systematic approach, clear
presentation of mathematical
findings, ability to get to the root
of a problem, and effective team
communication.
Saturday, November 18
Colleyville Center Open House
See why the Colleyville Center is
the perfect location for your next
event at an open house from noon
to 4 p.m. at 5301 Riverwalk Dr.
Local vendors will showcase food,
florals, decorating ideas,
photography, and more.
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Progressive will collect its recycling carts that were not
picked up the first time from Nov. 2-7. If a customer still
has a Progressive recycling cart after Nov. 8 they can leave
it on the curb during their recycling day and CWD will
collect it.
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City seeks applications for board, committee,
commission members
The Colleyville City Council is accepting applications
through Nov. 30 for the following boards, commissions, and
committees:
Architectural Review Commission
Colleyville Center Advisory Committee
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Applications are available online or obtained from the City
Secretary's Office. Applicants should submit applications to
the City Secretary via email to cloven@colleyville.com, by
fax to 817.503.1139, or by mail to:
City of Colleyville
City Secretary
100 Main Street
Colleyville, Texas
If you have any questions, or would like an application
mailed or faxed contact City Secretary Christine Loven at
817.503.1132.
Download the application
Arbor Day and Pumpkin Mash Dash set for Nov. 4
Colleyville is getting in the Arbor Day spirit with fun from 2-
6 p.m. at the Pleasant Run Soccer Complex, 6501 Pleasant
Run Drive, with games and crafts for children, a birds of
prey showcase, the Pumpkin Mash Dash Race, and more.
Doubling the fun is Keep Colleyville Beautiful's third annual
Pumpkin Mash Dash presented by Rio Mambo Tex Mex Y
Mas. This event includes a timed 5K and 10K and a one-
mile fun walk from the Pleasant Run Soccer Complex along
the Cotton Belt Trail. There will be prizes and raffles.
Strollers and leashed pets are welcome.
Those interested can register for the race online
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SH26 PROJECT UPDATE CHECK OUT NEW LIBRARY
OUTDOOR FURNITURE
LOCAL CONSTRUCTION
PROJECT UPDATES
Crews will close the
Hardage Lane intersection
beginning Nov. 7. Motorists
can detour on Tinker Road.
Sign up for email and text
alerts
The City has added furniture
just outside the Library so
residents can enjoy a book
doors or take a break from a
City Park walk.
Work on Glade Road west of
SH26 is nearing completion
with crews installing the
handrail along the bridge,
placing sections of sidewalk,
and other miscellaneous
items.
Current project updates
City of Colleyville, 100 Main Street, Colleyville, TX 76034