January Calendar of Events for Plano TX

January Calendar of Events-PLANO

Recommended by Wildcat Movers!

As professional movers, we’re all over town, allowing us to be in-the-know about local events! Here’s our recommendations for the month of January!

January 9-10, 2015

Plano Centre

2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074

Admission: $5-Age 12+

Kids-FREE

Event: Dallas Mom Expo

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A two-day trade show featuring exhibitors with items specially designed for women and children from newborn to school age, educational demonstrations, play areas for the kids, and entertainment for the whole family. The Dallas Mom Expo is for women in all stages of motherhood, allowing women to share their bond with one another and to motive and inspire young families as they venture through the journey of motherhood.

Sunday, January 11 2015

EEC (Environmental Education Center)

4116 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093

Admission: FREE

Event: Nature Explorers Families Club

The first Sunday of each month the Nature Explore Families Club at the Environmental Education Center offers family-friendly activities that helps connect children and their and families with nature. The month of January carries the theme Animal Clues, where families will learn about the lives of wild animals through the evidence that the animals leave behind. Families will even make a track-book as a souvenir of the day!

Wednesday, January 14 2015

EEC (Environmental Education Center)

4116 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093

Admission: FREE

Event: Organic Vegetable Gardening 101

Another nature-inspired activity held by the EEC is Organic Vegetable Gardening 101, an event where local Plano community gardeners will share their experiences growing their own gardens, with tips on soil, water, and dealing with insects. Gain tips from experienced gardeners and learn how to arrange your garden for the best results!

Friday, January 16 2015

Plano Animal Shelter

4028 W. Plano Parkway
Plano, TX 75093

Event: Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic

Although appointments are booked for the month of January for sterilization service, the Plano Animal Shelter is offering low-cost vaccinations from 10a-noon for cats and dogs. Veterinary bills can be expensive-take advantage of this low-cost special! No appointment is necessary.

Saturday, January 17 2015

Davis Library

7501-B Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX 75025

Admission: FREE

Event: Intro To Printmaking

The perfect way to start the year off! Learn a new skill, and perfect it by next Holiday season. If you are interested in designing your own greeting card, holiday cards, or just looking for something artistic to do, Intro to Printmaking is just the ticket to a creative new hobby! Learn about printmaking, experiment with inking techniques, and create your your very own own Styrofoam printing plate! Participation is free, but limited to ages 16+.

Saturday, January 17 2015

Haggard Library

2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075

3:30-5:30PM

Admission: FREE

Event: Family Movie: Muppets Most Wanted

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Enjoy a memorable family event by attending the Haggard Library’s “Muppets Most Wanted” movie viewing. Both parents and children alike can enjoy timeless characters and spend time together as a family.

Saturday, January 17 2015

Haggard Library

2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075

3:30-5:30PM

Admission: FREE

Event: “Frozen” Quote Along!

One of the biggest family films of the past decade, FROZEN will be featured at the Haggard Library-as a quote along! Speak and sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Sunday, January 18 2015

Plano Centre

2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074

10:00-4:00PM

Event: Dallas Area Train Show

The Dallas Area Train Show will provide two days of full clinics for all areas of expertise, and host operating layouts, dealer displays and how-to clinics. .The Grand Prize is a fully assembled and ready to run train set from Lionel, The Santa Fe Flyer!

Monday, January 19 2015

DART Rail Parker Station, North Parking Lot
2600 Archerwood Street, Plano, TX 75074

8:30am-assembly begins

10:00am-March begins

Event: March for a Cause-Awareness of Homelessness

If you are passionate about promoting a good cause, join in the March for a Cause-Awareness of Homelessness. Groups will begin assembling at 8:30 am at the Dart Rail Parker Road Station. Walk will conclude at the City of Plano Municipal Building. If you are interested in becoming involved with the March for a Cause Awareness of Homelessness, contact: Takisha Voss, Email: vosstakisha@yahoo.com for registration & event details.

Tuesday, January 27 2015

Haggard Library

2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075

7:00pm-8:00pm

Event: Photoshop 101

A great class for teenagers 13-18 to learn the basics of Photoshop to create and manipulate images. The class is free but registration is required!