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COLLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
FAMILY EVENTS YOUTH PROGRAMS TEEN & TWEEN PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS
FAMILY EVENTS
Colleyville Public Library ColleyvilleLibrary.com 110 Main Street (next to Colleyville City Hall) 817.503.1150
SILVER SCREEN FRIDAYS
STORYWALK® and FIREFLY HUNT
Watch a movie on the library’s big screens with complimentary popcorn and drinks. All movies are family friendly, with a G or PG rating. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times. Each week, one lucky viewer will be brought into the limelight to receive a door prize each week.
Catch the buzz on the plaza with the library’s latest StoryWalk®, featuring the illuminating tale, Firefly Home by Jane Clarke. Families are invited to follow numbered signs around the plaza and enjoy the optional activity sheets available at the first sign by the fountain. Each story board has a different activity to encourage comprehension skills and amp up the fun! Participants may turn in their completed activity sheet to the library circulation desk for a prize and a second treat will be awarded for finding the ten fireflies hiding around the plaza.
Day/time: Fri., 2:00 p.m. Dates: June 11–July 16, NO MOVIE JULY 23 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Registration for each featured film opens one week prior to showing and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Holiday Closings closure dates.
Memorial Day Mon., May 31 Independence Day Mon., Jul. 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS Family Events Youth Programs Tween and Teen Programs Adult Programs Family Programs
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Ages: All Day/Time: Enjoy at your own pace. Prizes awarded during library hours only. Dates: July 1–31 Location: Colleyville Plaza Registration Required: NO. Contact: Youth Services 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
GLOW CRAZY WITH READING! SUMMER READING PROGRAM GRAND FINALE Celebrate an amazing summer at the outdoor Summer Reading Grand Finale! Follow the searchlights to the party, then watch the shift and glow of a hot air balloon rising into the dusk. Jump (and perhaps sway your way to victory) in neon hoop competitions hosted by DJ Cody or light up the plaza with an artistic lantern of your own design. The evening will be highlighted with a dazzling laser show choreographed to music, presented by Laser Spectacles, and conclude with interactive laser fun. For more information, visit www.laserspectacles.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Fri., 6:45-9:45 p.m. Date: July 23 Location: Colleyville Plaza Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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Summer Reading Program 2021! Glow Crazy with Reading! Let the fun begin! Colleyville Public Library is bringing the joy of summer reading to patrons with in-person programs and READsquared, an engaging online platform. Readers of all ages are invited and encouraged to participate in the 2021 summer reading program, themed “Glow Crazy with Reading!” Registration opens Monday, May 24th. The first 200 children to acquire their initial badge of reading achievement will receive a weekday admission pass to NRH2O.
SUMMER READING RULES Who may enter?
The Summer Reading Program is open to children, teens, and adults. Those ages 12 and under are considered to be in the children’s category; teens are ages 12-17; adults are 18 and over. How do you register?
Go to www.Colleyville.READsquared.com. On the bar to the right, underneath the login button, click on REGISTER NOW. Then choose a registration category. The “MYSELF” category can be used to register a single adult or child. By using, “MYSELF AND CHILDREN,” an adult can conveniently register him/ herself and all participating children of a household. “MY GROUP” is for the registration of daycares, camps and educational groups. CREATE an account for as many family members as desired, Each family member will have their own reading log. For each child aged 5-12, select whether they wish to record progress by books or minutes. Submit to complete registration. A “Badge of Registration” will appear in each person’s
How does it work?
Starting on Monday, May 24, participants can begin tracking the number of books they read or the number of minutes they read. • Register May 24 through Friday, July 23 • All materials must be checked out from the Colleyville Public Library. • Books must be kept at least one night. • Keep all book checkout receipts and bring them in when claiming a prize. If you prefer paperless, may we suggest the CloudLibrary App. Download this app to conveniently display and refer to your checkout history and track your reading - no paper receipts required! How do I count my reading?
Reading can be counted by book titles or by time. • Title log (10 books) • Time log (5 hours) 1 book = 10 points 1 hour of reading = 20 points Using your chosen username and password, return to your accounts to record your book titles or minutes of reading to earn points! Alternatively, keep track of reading on your mobile device using the READsquared app, which can be downloaded with the buttons located above the login box on the Colleyville. READsquared.com homepage. Click on the tabs on the left inside each account for extra fun!
FAMILY EVENTS What kind of reading counts for children?
• Reading a book • Reading an e-book • Listening to a story • Listening to an audiobook • Attending a Colleyville story time in person or online
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What kind of reading counts for teens and adults?
Read or listen to a book, e-book, audiobook, or attend online teen or adult programs. What are the prizes for teens and adults?
a handled Colleyville library bag with coupons from local vendors, one
The Adult Summer Reading Program is designed for ages 18+ and the Teen Summer Reading Program is for ages 12 to 17. Every book you read earns 100 points. Earn 500 points to receive a prize and be eligible for our Grand Prize Drawing of a Visa gift card. Log books each week to enter our weekly prize drawings. The more books you read, the more chances you have to win!
in person, for a prize at the Glow Crazy Prize Station. Subsequent reading
Monday, June 7th reading is Saturday, July 24th.
What are the prizes for children?
badge that can be used to claim a prize and one additional automatic entry into the grand prize drawing. First prize includes a t-shirt, coupons from local vendors, entry into the Glow Crazy Prize Room and a spotlight spin of the Bright Bonus Prize Wheel. Additionaly, the first 200 children to acquire their initial badge of reading achievement will receive a weekday admission pass to NRH2O. There are 16 levels of reading achievement available for completion. Radiant readers will become increasingly enlightened as they reach for level 16, the pinnacle of summer reading success. All readers are eligible for a chance to win a weekly random surprise drawing. Prizes earned can be claimed by presenting badges and reading receipts at the Glow Crazy Prize Station, during regular library hours. Monday, June 7th in person, by Saturday, July 24th.
YOUTH PROGRAMS REGISTRATION OPENS FOR CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING In-person story times make their return this summer with a virtual class option! Either way, enjoy stories, crafts, and fun activities during the library’s story times. Registration is open to all library card holders. Programs are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for seven weeks. Space is limited so register early: one class per child. Preference will be given to Colleyville residents and children
Ages: Newborn-11 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:00 a.m. Dates: May 24 Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com Registration: Available online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
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TINY TWINKLES STORY TIME Tiny Twinkles includes board books,
The Three-Tastic class will nurture growing minds and busy bodies with
music and movement! Caregiver participation is required.
and a cool take and make craft. Caregiver attendance is encouraged.
Ages: 0-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-10:50 a.m. Dates: June 10-July 22 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Ages: 3 years old Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:00 a.m. or 11:15-11:45 a.m. (If both classes do
LITTLE TWEETS
Registration opens Monday, May 24th, at 10:00 a.m. To register, go to ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Under PROGRAMS & EVENTS, click on the CALENDAR link. Find the class that you want to register for then click on the REGISTER button. registration form per child.
This program celebrates 18-35 month olds with a short story, songs, rhymes, music, movement and a fun activity to continue at home each week. Caregiver participation is required.
**PLEASE NOTE**: Submission of a story time registration form DOES NOT guarantee the child a spot in the class. Registration requests will be processed as quickly as possible in the order they are received. A staff member will call or email all story time registrants to
Ages: 18-35 months Day/Time: Tue., 10:30–11:00 a.m. or 11:15-11:45 a.m. (If both classes
Public Library makes an effort to include as many children as possible in story time activities that our safety and staffing guidelines allow. Attendance policy: If an enrolled child misses more than 2 classes without prior notice, their spot will be filled from the waitlist.
THREE-TASTIC!
combined into one class at 10:30 a.m.) Dates: June 8-July 20 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
into one class at 10:30 a.m.) Dates: June 9-July 21 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24th and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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PRESCHOOL PALS
EXPLORATORIUM
Needing a break from the heat? If so, this is the class for you! We will celebrate the joys of summer each week by reading short stories, singing songs and incorporating movement, letter and number recognition and a simple craft to make at home.
This class is S.T.E.A.M.-based fun! Exciting experiments, challenging activities and a pinch of the arts are woven together to provide a fun-
Ages: 4-5 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:00 a.m. or 11:15-11:45 a.m. (If both classes combined into one class at 10:30 a.m.) Dates: June 7-July 19 NO CLASS JULY 5 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
VIRTUAL FAMILY STORY TIME Enjoy story time virtually with this fun, all-ages class! Virtual Family Story time will include stories, a little bit of yoga. Families are encouraged to participate together. Ages: 0-5 years old Day/Time: Thu., 11:15-11:45 a.m. Dates: June 10-July 22 Location: Virtual through Webex Registration Required: YES, opens May 24th and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
early elementary students. Let the exploration begin! Ages: Grades K-2, Must be 5 years old by May 24 Day/Time: Tue., 1:00–2:00 p.m. Dates: June 8-July 20 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
OR Day/Time: Thu., 4:00–5:00 p.m. Dates: June 10-July 22 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
COLLEYWOOD KIDS
Lights! Camera! Cellphones! Colleywood Kids will explore the wonder of storytelling through stop motion movie creation. Each student will require use of a cell phone with a camera and Stop Motion Studio app download. The class will conclude with a presentation of student-produced work. Ages: 3-5 grade Day/Time: Mon., 1:30-2:30 p.m. Dates: June 7-July 19 NO CLASS JULY 5 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at -ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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“ROCKET” READERS
JULY 4th PARTY KIT
Reading is vital for children to succeed in school and in life, but many of them struggle with reading. What better listener than a friendly, non-judgmental dog from the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs program? These programs are growing in libraries across the country and researchers report a rise in reading levels among participating children. Independent readers (grades 1-5) can bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library, and read it to a furry friend while here at the library!
Celebrate American Independence Day with this Party Kit in a Bag! Enjoy toys, crafts and fun interactive material for children ages 3-12 years old. Kits will include instructions and supplies for a hands-on activity, as well as a topical reading list.
Grades: 1-5 Day/Time: 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: June 12, July 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Registration Required: YES. Opens the week before each event and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com. A parental permission form is required for each reader and must be completed in person on the day of the program. Registration Dates: Week of May 31–June 11, for June 12 Week of June 28 – July 9, for July 10 Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Ages: 3-12 years old Day/Time: Hours of Operation Location: Circulation Desk or Drive-Thru Window Dates for pickup: June 28-July 3 Registration Required: YES, opens May 24th and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
CHESS CLUB From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8-15 years Day/Time: Wed., 3:00-4:00 p.m. Dates: June 9-July 21 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24th and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com
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SPA-TACULAR Pamper yourself with spa treatments that are out of this world! We will create luxurious handmade goods in each class. Participants will leave the library with unique, spa-worthy products. Adults are encouraged to participate as well!
Glow in the Dark Bath Bombs
Shimmer Sunscreen
Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: June 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: June 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
CHESS CLUB From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8-15 years Day/Time: Wed., 3:00-4:00 p.m. Dates: June 9-July 21 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24th and can be done online at Colleyvillelibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com
GET CRAFTY! Join us one Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.
Glow Bubble Art Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: June 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Glow in the Dark Painted Rocks Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: July 24 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Glow in the Dark Clings Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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GET CRAFTY! Join us one Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.
Glow Bubble Art Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: June 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Glow in the Dark Painted Rocks Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: July 24 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Glow in the Dark Clings Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Aug. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
BOOKS ‘N’ BRUNCH BOOK CLUB
LATE EDITION BOOK CLUB
Books ‘n’ Brunch meets for an informal book discussion focusing
The library offers an evening book club for working adults and night owls. Please contact reference@ colleyville.com to receive an invitation to the WebEx meeting if you wish to attend virtually.
Please contact reference@colleyville. com to receive an invitation to the WebEx meeting if you wish to attend virtually. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Dates: Jun. 10, Jul. 8, Aug. 12 Location: Online OR Colleyville Public Library, Main Floor Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Dates: Jun. 17, Jul. 15, Aug. 19 Location: Online OR Colleyville Public Library, Main Floor Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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KEEPING IT REAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB Share your thirst for knowledge with RWKHUV ZKLOH GLVFXVVLQJ QRQ¿FWLRQ books. Please contact reference@ colleyville.com to receive an invitation to the WebEx meeting if you wish to attend virtually. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: Jun. 24, Jul. 22, Aug. 26 Location: Online OR Colleyville Public Library, Main Floor Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
REEL TALK FILM DISCUSSION GROUP Come to the library to discuss movies and documentaries. All opinions welcome. Please contact reference@colleyville.com to receive an invitation to the WebEx meeting if you wish to attend virtually. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: Jul. 15 Location: Online OR Colleyville Public Library, Main Floor Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
ONLINE TED TALKS Feed your curiosity with new TED talks that go deeper into fascinating topics and join us in a group discussion. Topics will be announced before each meeting. All opinions welcome. Please contact reference@colleyville.com to receive an invitation to the WebEx meeting if you wish to attend virtually. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: -XQ $XJ Location: Online OR Colleyville Public Library, Main Floor Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens May 24 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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WACKY CHAD, STUNT COMEDIAN FAMILY PROGRAMS Enjoy family shows outdoors on the Colleyville Plaza accompanied by refreshing, for-purchase treats from Texas Ice Cream. Chill out, take in the entertainment and visit The Neon Nook to receive a “Glow Goodie,” while supplies last. All performances will dazzle on stage for approximately 45 minutes.
Extraordinarily random, super impressive and hilariously funny, Wacky Chad’s award winning pogo stick skills and antics got him on America’s Got Talent and a performance at the Superbowl! For more than a decade, Wacky Chad has entertained crowds at schools, fairs, festivals and theaters in over 25 different countries. Wearing his trademark orange, Wacky Chad will reach neck-straining heights on his unicycle and defy gravity on an air powered pogo stick. Prepare to be wowed! No registration required. For more information, visit www.wackychad.com. For details, call 817.503.1154 The Colleyville Plaza Thu., June 17 6:30 p.m
BRETT ROBERTS, PROFESSOR POP’S BUBBLE SHOW Square bubbles, giant bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles and more! Professor Pop shares science facts about all things bubbly and uses magic to No registration required. For more information, visit www.comedian4kids.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., June 24 6:30 p.m.
GOOD KARMA K9Z The Good Karma K9Z team travels coast to coast collecting trophies, entertaining thousands and making audiences smile and gasp at their amazing canine feats! No registration required. For more information, visit www.goodkarmak9z.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., June 10 6:30 p.m
FAMILY PROGRAMS REPTILE ADVENTURE, AUSTIN REPTILE SHOWS Fun, educational and featuring TEKSaligned content, the Reptile Adventure showcases live reptiles from around the world. No registration required. For more information, visit www. austinreptileshows.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., July 1 6:30 p.m.
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DAVID FISHER, THE ROPE WARRIOR This high energy, cardiovascular jump rope performance is a thrilling display of technique and mesmerizing stunts! AKA “The Rope Warrior,” David Fisher has performed for the likes of George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Boris Yeltsin and has made more than one hundred national television appearances including on “Ripley’s Believe it or Not.” No registration required. For more information, visit www.ropewarrior.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., July 15 6:30 p.m.
GLOW CRAZY WITH READING! SUMMER READING PROGRAM GRAND FINALE Celebrate an amazing summer at the outdoor Summer Reading Grand Finale! Follow the searchlights to the party, then watch the shift and glow of the hot air balloon rising into the dusk. Jump (and perhaps sway your way to victory) in neon hoop competitions hosted by DJ Cody or light up the plaza with an artistic lantern of your own design. The evening will be highlighted with a dazzling, laser show choreographed to music, presented by Laser Spectacles, and conclude with interactive laser fun. No registration required. For more information,, visit www.laserspectacles.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Fri., 6:45-9:45 p.m. Date: July 23 Location: Colleyville Plaza Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
DIALED ACTION SPORTS TEAM DAVID SLICK, JUGGLER There are few ways (and few objects) that Guinness World Record holder David Slick can’t juggle. Stainless eggs, and even a real bowling ball are incorporated into hilarious audienceengaging routines. No registration required. For more information, visit www.slickshows.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., July 8 6:30 p.m.
Watch and be wowed as BMX stunt riders perform gravity-defying aerial feats! Presented on two X-Game style ramps, this choreographed performance includes back flips, 360 spins and much more. No registration required. For more information, visit www.dialedactionsportsteam.com. For details, call 817.503.1154. The Colleyville Plaza Thu., July 22 6:30 p.m.
