City Council: Regular Meeting

July 7, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month to conduct the City’s affairs.

City Council: Regular Meeting

July 21, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month to conduct the City’s affairs.

Special City Council Meeting: Law Enforcement Summary Meeting

July 29, 2020, 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM @ Community Room

Transportation and Public Safety Commission Meeting

July 8, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

The Transportation & Public Safety Commission meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month to consider appeals for City-issued parking citations, and to advise the City Council on citywide public safety and transportation concerns.

Planning Commission

July 14, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

To review the Planning Commission agenda, staff reports, minutes, or cancellation notice, please visit the Planning Commission's webpage.

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

July 15, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month to advise the City Council on matters pertaining to the City’s park facilities, urban forest and recreational programming.

Transportation and Public Safety Commission Meeting

July 22, 2020, 7:30 PM @ Council Chambers

The Transportation & Public Safety Commission meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month to consider appeals for City-issued parking citations, and to advise the City Council on citywide public safety and transportation concerns.

Planning Commission

July 28, 2020, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Council Chambers

To review the Planning Commission agenda, staff reports, minutes, or cancellation notice, please visit the Planning Commission's webpage.

“The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's "Ocean Hall" Tour

July 6, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Dive into the world’s oceans and learn about the strange and wonderful creatures living there now and those that lived deep in our planet’s past. In this workshop, students ages eight and older are transported to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History right from their web browser using 360-degree interactive imagery. By the end of the workshop students will have:? Explored the Smithsonian’s famous "Ocean Hall" in 360-degrees virtually. Learned about the evolution of life on our planet. Completed a fun virtual discovery hunt throughout the museum.

“Smithsonian Natinal Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute Expericence"

July 7, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Discover the many wonders of the scarcest species in our world as we journey through the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) to learn about the global efforts to save species from extinction. By the end of the workshop students will have:?? Learned the different types of conservation status studied at the institute. Explore the natural wonders of over 20 different species from vulnerable animals to those extinct in the wild Research and study like a scientist with fun activities.

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's "Hall Of Fossils" Tour

July 8, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Travel millions of years to the past without leaving your home. In this workshop, students ages 8+ are transported to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History right from their web browser using 360-degree interactive imagery. By the end of the workshop students will have:? Explored the Smithsonian’s famous "Hall of Fossils" in 360-degrees virtually? Learned about natural history in the Jurassic age?? Completed a fun virtual discovery hunt throughout the museum?

Virtual Summer Concert Series - Sgt. Peppers (Beatles Tribute)

July 8, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Temple City Summer Concert Series is going virtual in 2020. This year’s series will run for four weeks beginning on July 8, 2020 through July 29, 2020. In place of the traditional on-site concert, we will be bring the bands to you where you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms beginning at 7:00pm.

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's "Ancient Egypt, Enter A Mummy's Tomb"

July 10, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Unwrap the mysteries of ancient Egyptian mummification practices by exploring the Smithsonian special exhibit on Egypt. In this workshop, students?ages eight and older?are transported to Ancient Egypt right from their web browser using Microsoft technology. By the end of the workshop students will have:?? Delve into the ancient secrets of mummification and learn about the rich history behind it. Learn how to write your name in ancient hieroglyphics with fun activities. Explore the many wonders of ancient Egypt, from the iconic pyramids to the legendary pharaohs who shaped history.

"Smiothsonian Natinal Air And Space Museum" Experience

July 10, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Explore the wonders of air and space by learning about our solar system and the ingenuity of space exploration. By the end of the workshop students will have:? Taken a tour through the solar system, learning about each planet along the way. Learned about the tools astronauts use to make new discoveries, including the Mars rover and Voyager space probes. Designed their own planet using Paint 3D.

Create A Difference In Your World, Ages, 8+

July 13, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

In this free virtual workshop, students ages eight and older research and identify a cause they care about in their local community and create action plans to volunteer and get the word out about their personal cause. By the end of this workshop, participants will have: Learned to research areas of interest. Developed personal passions and understand new ways to make connections with others. Gained new skills with applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bing, and Photos.

Create A Difference In Your World, Ages, 8+

July 14, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

In this free virtual workshop, students ages eight and older research and identify a cause they care about in their local community and create action plans to volunteer and get the word out about their personal cause. By the end of this workshop, participants will have: Learned to research areas of interest. Developed personal passions and understand new ways to make connections with others. Gained new skills with applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bing, and Photos.

Make Hustle Happen: Start Your Own Business Or Champion A Cause, Ages 13+

July 15, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Learn from key NFL talent on how to follow your passion, start your own business, and create positive change in your community. In this free virtual two-hour workshop, students thirteen and older learn how key NFL identities “make hustle happen” through side businesses, following their dreams or collaborating to serve a cause they care about. Participants will brainstorm ideas for their own side hustle or supporting a cause, then create their action plan. By the end of this workshop, students will have: Researched and decided on a small business idea or a social issue to support. Turned an idea into a clear and executable action plan. Built a toolkit for school and home projects using Windows 10 tools.

Virtual Concert Series - The Country Club Band

July 15, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Temple City Summer Concert Series is going virtual in 2020. This year’s series will run for four weeks beginning on July 8, 2020 through July 29, 2020. In place of the traditional on-site concert, we will be bring the bands to you where you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms beginning at 7:00pm.

Fundamentals Of Word

July 16, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Join us for a free, 60-minute workshop for a hands-on, interactive experience with Word 2019. Learn the many new features of Word and improve your productivity at home and at work. During this workshop you will learn how to create professional documents using Word to make your life more productive.

Make Your Own Story With PowerPoint And Word: Your Communuity Ages, 6+

July 17, 2020, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

In this free virtual workshop, students six and up will learn how to create a story using Microsoft PowerPoint and Word. They’ll explore the latest version of these Office apps, including using drawing tools, selecting and sizing images and icons, creating backgrounds, and changing fonts. Activities will focus on collaborative learning and hands-on guided experiences. By the end of this workshop, participants will have: Built confidence in using PowerPoint and Word as digital tools. Exercised their creative skills by making a story with visual appeal. Collaborated as a group to start a community-themed story and developed it as an individual project.

Beginners Fun With Computers And Coding, Ages 6+

July 20, 2020, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

In this free virtual two-hour workshop, students ages six and older will learn the basics about how computers work and have fun with hands-on introductory coding activities. By the end of this two-hour workshop, students will have: Understood the essentials about how computers work.? Completed basic coding challenges. Learned key coding concepts such as algorithms, debugging and looping.

Virtual Concert Series - Cold Duck

July 22, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Temple City Summer Concert Series is going virtual in 2020. This year’s series will run for four weeks beginning on July 8, 2020 through July 29, 2020. In place of the traditional on-site concert, we will be bring the bands to you where you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms beginning at 7:00pm.

Bing Virtual Travel: European Backpacking Trip

July 27, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

With the power of Bing and PowerPoint, this workshop will take students on a virtual backpacking journey across the European continent. Over the course of this 90-minute workshop, students will discover the history, art, and natural beauty of Europe. By the end of the workshop students will have: Taken a virtual journey across the European continent Completed a PowerPoint workbook packed with fun, engaging activities Completed a Bing Virtual Travel Passport and travel diary

Bing Virtual Travel: Journey To Australia

July 28, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

With the power of Bing and Microsoft tools, explore the wild wonders of Australia as you explore the continent on an epic virtual adventure in this Bing Virtual Travel workshop. Document your travels with fun and engaging activities as you as you virtually visit breathtaking locations from the expanse of the Outback to the shores of Bondi Beach. By the end of the workshop students will have:?? Taken a virtual exploration journey through the Australian continent Completed a PowerPoint workbook full of fun, engaging, and educational activities Completed a Bing Virtual Travel Passport and travel diary

Fundamentals of Excel 2019

July 28, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Join us for a free, 60-minute workshop for a hands-on, interactive experience with Excel 2019. Learn the many features of Excel to simplify your tasks and increase productivity in both your home and work life. During this workshop you will learn how to analyze and organize data effectively and visually with the latest version of Excel.

Bing Virtual Tour: Journey to Africa

July 29, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

With the power of Bing and Microsoft tools, discover the beauty of Africa as you explore the continent on a larger-than-life virtual adventure in this Bing Virtual Travel workshop. Document your travels with fun and engaging activities as you as you virtually visit the historical, biological, and ecological wonders Africa provides. By the end of the workshop students will have:? Taken a virtual exploration journey through Egypt, Tanzania, and South Africa Completed a PowerPoint workbook full of fun, engaging, and educational activities Completed a Bing Virtual Travel Passport and travel diary

Virtual Concert Series - Soto

July 29, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Temple City Summer Concert Series is going virtual in 2020. This year’s series will run for four weeks beginning on July 8, 2020 through July 29, 2020. In place of the traditional on-site concert, we will be bring the bands to you where you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms beginning at 7:00pm.

Virtual Road Trip With Bing

July 31, 2020, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Plan your perfect American road trip! During this virtual workshop, students will choose 3 national parks or monuments to explore in Bing maps and then put together an exciting PowerPoint presentation showcasing their virtual road trip. At the end of the workshop students will have: Mapped a 3-stop, road trip of United States National Parks and Monuments Virtually explored their chosen parks and monuments, gathering photos along the way Found facts and history about their chosen parks and monuments Built a virtual scrapbook of their trip in PowerPoint using the map, facts, and photos they gathered

Neighborhood Watch Meeting - Area 7

July 16, 2020, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ TBD

Please join us to learn about neighborhood crime trends, crime prevention, and emergency preparedness.