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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12 Euless TodayEuless Today is published by the City of Euless. 201 N. Ector Dr. • Euless, TX 76039 • 817-685-1400 • marketing@eulesstx.gov Uverse Ch. 99 • Euless Cable Channel 16 Follow the City of Euless on Facebook and X by searching “City of Euless” The EulessCity Council December2025 Dear Citizens, It’s the most wonderful time of the year and our City staff has been busy planning some fantastic events that your family is sure to enjoy! First, mark your calendars for the annual Parade of Lights on December 6 at 6:30 pm. This Euless tradition is a favorite of both the young and young at heart! So, plan to join us this year and make the parade a part of your Christmas traditions. The fun doesn’t stop with the Parade! This issue of Euless Today is filled with information about upcoming holiday events that we’re sure you and your family will love, so be sure to check them out. While you have your calendar handy, be sure to pencil in the annual Town Hall Meeting on January 15 at 7 pm in the Council Chambers at Euless City Hall. City Council members and City officials will share information about upcoming projects, plans, and programs for 2026. We encourage you to attend this important event, as your suggestions are vital to helping us keep Euless FabEuless! As we close out another year, I wish each and every one of you a wonderful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year! Linda Martin Mayor Tim Stinneford Mayor Pro Tem Place 1 Jeremy Tompkins Place 2 Eddie Price Place 3 Perry Bynum Place 4 Annabel Eads Place 5 Tika Paudel Place 6 The City of Euless invites you to celebrate the season at our biggest holiday tradition! This year’s parade theme is “Classic Christmas Movies.” Watch the magic of your favorite holiday films come alive with sparkling lights, music, and festive floats. Bring the whole family and line Midway Drive to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. Or, be part of the excitement by entering a float, it’s free for groups and organizations! The parade begins at Trinity High School, travels east on Midway Drive, and ends at the Euless Aquatic Center. Float contest winners will be announced on Monday, December 8 at www.eulesstx.gov. Don’t miss this chance to kick off the holidays with lights, laughter, and community spirit at the 31st Annual Parade of Lights! Free Christmas Parade of Lights Saturday, December 6, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Along Midway Dr. From 157 to the Aquatic Park parking lot Bring the whole family and celebrate the season with an old-fashioned Christmas at historic Heritage Park. Take a guided tour of the Himes Log House, McCormick Barn, Fuller House, and the Euless Heritage Museum to discover the rich history of Euless. Meet Santa Claus and snap a festive photo. Enjoy holiday songs performed by local school choirs. Get creative making your own holiday ornaments. Savor delicious kettle corn for purchase and enjoy free refreshments for everyone. It’s a perfect afternoon filled with holiday cheer, family fun, and a special look at Euless history, all in one place! For more information, contact Chance Boyd at 817-685-1814 or cboyd@eulesstx.gov. Bring your little ones to the library and let them join in a holiday tradition they’ll never forget. Children can write their letters to Santa right here and drop them into his magical mailbox. Santa will send a special reply straight from the North Pole! Don’t miss this chance to create holiday memories, share the magic, and let your little ones feel the true wonder of Christmas. Swim with Santa Santa’s Mailbox is at the Library! Step Back in Time for a Heritage Park Christmas! Our shelter is full of lovable dogs and cats of all ages just waiting for their forever home. If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, now is the perfect time to visit the temporary location of our Euless Animal Services, located at 201 W. Euless Boulevard. Not ready to adopt? You can still make a difference! We’re always looking for kindhearted volunteers to foster pets over the holidays. Our experienced shelter team will provide you with the training and resources you need to help a pet in need. Give a pet the gift of love this season, you might just find it’s the best gift you’ll receive too. For more information, call 817-685-1594 or complete a foster application online at www.eulesstx.gov/adoptions. Adopt or Foster a Pet Today December 1 - 21Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library201 N. Ector Drive Senior Center Anniversary Friday, December 5, 10:30 a.m.Senior Center300 W. Midway Drive Join us as we celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Euless Family Life Senior Center! Come enjoy a delicious brunch, share laughs, and make memories with friends old and new. This special event is FREE, but membership and registration are required. Don’t miss out on this milestone celebration of community, friendship, and fun! Friday, December 12, 5 - 7 p.m.Natatorium300 W. Midway Drive This holiday season, kids and families are invited to dive into the fun at Euless’ indoor heated pool with Santa himself! Bring your Christmas lists, snap a photo with Santa, and join in on some merry reindeer games. After the splash, head over to decorate your own yummy sugar cookies to take home. Warm up fireside with Santa’s hot cocoa and apple cider, the perfect holiday treat. Cost: $10 per person, and registration is required for everyone. To register, visit: https://txeulessweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web Saturday, December 13, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.Heritage Park201 Cullum Drive Are you looking for ways to keep your children engaged and entertained during Winter Break? Now is the time to sign up for Winter Break Camp. This day camp provides fun activities that include games, arts and crafts, and even swimming in our heated indoor pool. Make sure to bring lunch, two snacks and a water bottle to camp every day. Winter Break Camp registration is open to all members of our community. Camp dates are December 22-23, 26, 29-31 and January 2, from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Camp per day: $40 Resident/$50 Non-Resident• Camp all 7 days: $200 Resident/$250 Non-Resident (includes 2-day discount) Registration is currently open and is in person only. Camp fills quickly and is on a first come, first served basis, so make sure to mark your calendar and register early! For more information, please call Holden Garner at 817-685-1871 or email hgarner@eulesstx.gov. Winter Break Camp for Ages 7 - 12 Euless Family Life Center300 W. Midway Drive The Euless Family Life Senior Center has so many exciting activities planned this holiday season. Below are a few you may want to participate in. Membership and Registration is required for these events: • Holiday Decor at the Fort Worth Zoo, Wednesday, December 17, 9 a.m. Limited space available. Transportation will be provided and walking is required. Cost is $20.00. • Christmas Potluck, Friday, December 19, 6:30 p.m. Bring your favorite dish to share at this heartwarming potluck dinner. The Senior Center is providing meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and green beans. Please make enough to serve 10 to 12 people, or pay $10.00 by December 1, if you would like the Senior Center to provide your side dish. • New Year’s Eve Lunch, Wednesday, December 31, 11 a.m. Ring in the New Year with fun, fellowship, special music, and dancing. Cost is $5.00. Holiday Events for Seniors Breakfast With Santa Saturday, December 13, 9 - 10:30 a.m.Texas Star Conference Centre1400 Texas Star Parkway Start your holiday season with a magical morning the whole family will love! Enjoy a festive breakfast, holiday cheer, and special one on one moments with Santa. Watch the magic as your kids share their wish lists, then let our local elves keep the fun going with holiday crafts for all ages. Seating is limited so, reserve your table now! Reservations must be prepaid, and no payments will be accepted at the door. Email admintxstar@eulesstx.gov or call 817-685-1849 today! Don’t miss this chance to make memories your family will treasure all season long! Kids under 2 are free (lap seating)Texas Star members get 15% off! Prepaid reservations made by December 6:• Table of 4: $70 • Table of 6: $105• Table of 10: $175• Additional seat: $17.50 City offices will be closed on December 24, December 25, and January 1. Due to Christmas Day and New Year’s Day falling on a Thursday this year, below are the adjusted trash and recycling schedules. • Thursday trash and recycling pickup will move to Friday• Friday pickup will move to Saturday For questions regarding garbage pickup, please call Republic Services at 817-332-7301, and CWD for recycling concerns at 972-392-9300. Holiday Schedule Update Christmas Tree Recycling December 26 - January 10Euless Family Life Center300 W. Midway Drive Don’t toss out your live Christmas tree, recycle it and help keep Euless green! It’s simple: just remove all decorations and lights, then drop your tree off on the northeast side of the Rec Center anytime between December 26 and January 10. Your tree will be transformed into nutrient rich mulch that helps maintain our parks and medians all year long. In fact, this program creates about 10,800 pounds of mulch every year! On January 10, the Parks Department will host a mulching demonstration from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a bag and take home some free mulch for your own garden! For more information, call 817-685-1650. Love giving back to your community? Here’s your chance to get involved! The City of Euless is looking for volunteers to help make our upcoming events unforgettable. From the sparkling Parade of Lights to the festive Heritage Park Christmas, there are plenty of ways to join the fun while making a difference. To learn more about volunteer opportunities. Contact Justin Pickens at 817-685-1663 or JPickens@eulesstx.gov Want to make an even bigger impact? The City Council is also accepting applications for boards and commissions. These positions help shape the future of Euless, and meeting schedules vary by board. Visit www.eulesstx.gov/city-hall/boards-and-commissions to explore current openings and apply today! HEB 2026 Youth in Government to begin in January The HEB Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the cities of Hurst, Euless, and Bedford, will be hosting the 2026 Youth in Government program. This program was created to educate and engage students in city government and encourage community involvement. Participants will have the chance to win a college scholarship! Transportation will not be provided, and meetings will be held at various locations within HEB. A light dinner will be provided. Classes will be held every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. beginning January 12 through April 6, with graduation scheduled for April 13. Applications are now being accepted for the Youth in Government class of 2026. All applications are due by December 2. For more information, please visit: www.heb.org. Subscribe to the NEW Euless Today Digital Newsletter The City of Euless is going digital! Beginning with the January 2026 edition, which will go out in December 2025, the Euless Today newsletter will be a digital publication. This means the newsletter will no longer be included inside residents’ water bills. This change will allow the city to provide information in a more timely manner, and will provide cost savings for the city. To subscribe to the new Euless Today, visit www.eulesstx.gov/eulesstodaysignup or scan the QR code below. Subscribers will be required to provide a first name, last name, and email address. Additionally, there will be an option to provide feedback on what community news interests you the most. For questions about the Euless Today newsletter, email marketing@eulesstx.gov.