Let's Play Irving Summer Camp

One great camp ― six convenient locations!

June 5-Aug. 11 | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | $100 per child, per week

Children in grades K-5 are invited to have the best summer ever with games, crafts and many more fun activities. Each week, campers will have the opportunity to go on a variety of adventures. The camp is offered Monday through Friday.

Camp will be 10 week-long sessions offered beginning June 5. Breakfast and lunch will be provided daily. Residents must present a valid IPAR card at the time of registration, along with payment in full or a nonrefundable $10 deposit to secure a space.

Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register in-person with an IPAR card at a neighborhood recreation center or online at CityofIrving.org/IrvingRec

Irving Annual Report Available Online

The City of Irving Fiscal Year 2021-22 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) is available online and in print at Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd. The Annual Report presents the city’s financial position, accomplishments and activities in an easy-to-read format. This edition highlights the city’s operations and work throughout the year, as well as future projects, strategic plans and goals.

The PAFR can be accessed online at CityofIrving.org/PAFR 

Irving City Council General Election May 6

The office of the Mayor and single-member district council places 3 and 5 are up for election. Early voting runs from April 24 - May 2, 2023. Irving voters will head to the polls on May 6, 2023. Additionally, Irving residents can vote on 10 proposed home rule charter amendments.

Residents of Dallas County may vote at any Dallas County Voting Polling location during Early Voting and on Election Day. A district map, candidate information and other details are at CityofIrving.org/Elections. For more information, contact the City Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493. 

ELECCIONES GENERALES DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL DE LA CIUDAD DE IRVING: 6 DE MAYO

La oficina del Alcalde y Los Lugares 3 y 5 de los Distritos Uninominales del Concejo Municipal están disponibles para las Elecciones Generales. La votacion temprana se llevará acabo desde el 24 de abril al 2 de mayo de 2023. Además, Los residentes de Irving pueden votar sobre 10 enmiendas propuestas a los Estatutos de la Carta Consitucional del Municipio.

Los residentes del Condado de Dallas pueden votar en cualquier centro de votación localizado en el condado de Dallas durante la votación anticipada y en el día de las elecciones regulares. Un mapa del distrito, información de los candidatos y otros detalles se encuentran listados en la página web en CityofIrving.org/Elections Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la oficina de la Secretaria Municipal al (972) 721-2493. 

Cuoäc Toång Tuyeån Cöû cho

Nghò Vieân Hoäi Ñoàng Thaønh

Phoá Irving: Ngaøy 6 Thaùng 5

Vaên phoøng Thò Tröôûng vaø caùc nghò vieân vò trí soá 3 vaø soá 5 cuûa khu vöïc moät thaønh vieân seõ ñöôïc baàu cöû. Thôøi gian boû phieáu sôùm dieãn ra töø ngaøy 24 thaùng 4 ñeán ngaøy 2 thaùng 5 naêm 2023. Caùc Cöû Tri cuûa Irving seõ ñi boû phieáu vaøo ngaøy 6 thaùng 5 naêm 2023. Ngoaøi ra, caùc cö daân cuûa Thaønh Phoá Irving ñeàu coù theå boû phieáu cho 10 döï luaät ñeå söûa ñoåi Ñieàu Leä cuûa Thaønh Phoá

Caùc cö daân cuûa Quaän Dallas coù theå boû phieáu taïi baát kyø ñòa ñieåm boû phieáu naøo cuûa Quaän Dallas trong thôøi haïn Boû Phieáu Sôùm vaø vaøo Ngaøy Baàu Cöû. Baûn ñoà khu vöïc, thoâng tin öùng cöû vieân vaø caùc chi tieát khaùc coù taïi CityofIrving.org/Elections Ñeå bieát theâm chi tieát, haõy lieân laïc vôùi Vaên Phoøng Thö Kyù Thaønh Phoá theo so (972) 721-2493. 

City Website Redesign Project

After nine years with the current City of Irving website, the Communications Department plans to redesign the website to provide better functionality and navigation, and to improve the overall user experience.

Earlier this year, the city conducted an online survey and met with Irving 360° Academy graduates to gain insight into website visitors’ impressions of the current site, and to gather information on what users want in the next version. A few key takeaways the staff learned from the survey and focus group include:

 Improved site search, organization and navigation

 Faster page loading for mobile users

 Enhanced accessibility for ADA compliance

This project is still in the research and planning stage. Armed with resident input and data from current website analytics, the Communications Department will develop a plan for the future website that enhances user experience and functionality, and creates an inclusive platform for city communication.

Visit the 'Observing With NASA' Exhibit at IAM

Want to experience something out of this world?

The Irving Archives and Museum (IAM) is hosting "Observing With NASA," an exhibit kiosk from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory that engages visitors in the art and science of NASA imagery.

"Observing With NASA" offers an introduction to the tools, data and skills that NASA space scientists and data visualization experts use to create the images of deep space objects that we all know and love.

On display at IAM through May 28, "Observing With NASA" features a range of NASA’s most iconic images to explore, and opportunities for visitors to put their own artistic spin on these images through image analysis and processing.

Intrepid explorers will also be able to receive recent images of various objects in space sent via email.

The Observing With NASA project is a partnership between the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory and Smithsonian Affiliations, supported by NASA award number 80NSSC19M0158.

Plan a visit to explore all the exhibits, the Spark! Lab and the gift shop. The Irving Archives and Museum, located at 801 W. Irving Blvd., is open Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.

Visit IrvingArchivesAndMuseum.com for additional information including ticket prices and current exhibits.

PLANNING A CARPORT? REQUEST A PERMIT FIRST

Carports are a popular and great addition to a home. But before construction begins, the City of Irving needs to issue a permit.

Residents can apply for a permit online at mgoconnect.org/cp/portal. To apply in person, bring construction plans, a permit application and fee to the Inspections Department, 825 W. Irving Blvd., second floor.

For more information on permits for carports, email Irving-Permits@cityofirving.org, visit CityofIrving.org/Inspections or call (972) 721-2371. 

Irving Arts Center In The Galleries

Free to view. Open Tuesday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. No advance reservation needed. Guided tours are offered the first Saturday and second Sunday of every month at 2 p.m.

Creating for Change

May 6-July 15 | Courtyard Gallery

This exhibit features art created by Irving Arts

Center Teen Ambassadors and volunteers.

Windows: Works by Mark Goad

Through July 8 | Dupree Lobby Gallery

Mark Goad is an Irving native finding inspiration in the landscape of Texas, as well as a myriad of other subjects. He creates works of art through a most unique process — essentially painting with fiber pulp. The fiber literally becomes the medium and the canvas. In final form, the pieces are delicate, yet able to hold a weight of detail.

Evolution: Paintings by Jo Temming

Through July 29 | Carpenter Lobby Gallery

On May 12, Entertainment Series of Irving presents Selena Forever.