Irving Says 'Karibu' To EACC + Mozart Speaks + Plano Train Show

Irving TX

02 October, 2021

5:14 PM

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Happy Sunday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know today in the Irving area! First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and less humid. High: 86 Low: 63. Here are the top stories today in Irving: City of Irving officials remind employees and patrons that they may need to use the alternative north entry for the next few weeks, and the parking garage may be more crowded due to repairs being done on the buildings. The work is being done to prepare the building and the adjacent parking garage for painting. The work is scheduled to continue through November. (Press Release Desk)Get ready to say "karibu" (that's Swahili for welcome) to some special guests next week as business people arrive in Irving for the annual East Africa Chamber of Commerce (EACC) trade conference. The event is designed to promote trade opportunities in both North America and the East African Community (EAC). The conference will be held October 7 through October 9 at the Marriott Las Colinas Hotel in Irving. (Newswire)Click over to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram to get the latest news on your favorite high school football teams. It was an action-packed Friday night for local varsity players. Highlights include Irving's hard-fought win over Richardson, Frisco Independence's triumph over Denton and Irving Cistercian's triumph over Fort Worth Country Day. It's Fire Prevention Week! Head over to the Press Release Desk for safety tips. Looking for a furry companion? October features lots of opportunities for dog adoptions. (Press Release Desk) Today in Irving: Fall Plano Train Show @ the Plano Event Center - Take a short drive to see an array of full layouts, enjoy expert clinics and much more! Tickets $10; 12 and under free. (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)Oasis Smooth Jazz - Fall Concert Series @ Texas Lottery Plaza featuring Don Diego, Tom Braxton, Toni Redd and Taylor Pace. Tickets start at $10. (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)My One and Only - Live Americana music at Firehouse GastroPark in Grand Prairie. Free. (3:00 PM) Mozart Speaks presented by New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving - Get your classical music fix at Carpenter Hall. $20. (3:30 PM)Relive high school with a screening of Mean Girls at Alamo Draft House in Las Colinas. $5. (5:45 PM) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Free COVID Testing LLC — Free COVID Testing for All - Drive Thru - 17776 Dallas Pkwy (Visit website) Soldiers-4-Christ Ministries International Headquarters — Helping out the homeless veteran's and homeless people Add your business here Events: Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 4) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 11) Add your event Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around. If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Ash DeMello Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Irving Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].