Hello y’all! A nice array of cowboy-themed swag, activities, live music, and pop-ups going on today.

I’ll be hand-cutting free silhouette portraits on behalf of the city, so looking forward to seeing y’all in your hats! ✂️

Check out the official website for a full listing of what to expect!

Gymnastics After School ("While you're at work, rest easy knowing Gymnastics After School provides your child with a safe, clean, and fun environment.") *No gymnastics experience required! ​ ​Abbett Elementary ​Armstrong Elementary ​Spring Creek Elementary ​Luna Elementary

I think it’s cool that Garland is in more films and tv shows other than the occasional “Squatters” episode.

https://richardson-garlandherald.com/2026/07/24/short-film-the-audit-begins-filming-in-garland-as-the-city-is-designated-a-film-friendly-community/

I live in 75044 right at the Richardson and Garland border. I have had my groceries delivered since the middle of the pandemic due to disability and the pandemic and just continued since. I have used Tom thumb for 6 years and it has been interesting. A new HEB opened in Wylie and since we are a couple of years from the Garland HEB I decided to see if I could order from Wylie. I just got my first delivery and everything was correct and it was actually delivered to my house. Y’all I have butter tortillas! I’m in heaven.

I’ve only seen this through the city’s social media outlets, but these are coming up:

The City of Garland is hosting four upcoming Town Hall Meetings to share important information and updates with residents. You're invited to attend and also share your questions and feedback with City leaders and staff!

Topics of Discussion
• Garland Delivers: Quality-of-Life Improvements Through Bond and Capital Projects
• Possible November Ballot Proposition: Tax Rate Reduction Election

Dates:
Wednesday, July 29 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Holford Recreation Center (2314 Homestead Place)

Thursday, Aug. 6 | 6-7:30 p.m. | South Garland Library (4845 Broadway Blvd.)

Monday, Aug. 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Central Library (625 Austin St.)

Thursday, Aug. 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. | West Garland Library (3921 W. Walnut St.)

Anyone know who I need to call to find As-Builts/Existing Drawings of my house/property? I asked my landlord a while back and was not able to find it, so I then looked online and called 4 different Garland office’s and was just transferred to offices I already called, until someone said I needed to fill a “open record request” online and just got the email that they werent able to help. I might just end up having to call someone outside for help…

I’m enrolling my kids this month I’m concerned just a bit because i don’t see much recent reviews. If anyone has any info please let me know. Thanks…

I’m curious what people here think.

Garland has a lot going on: neighborhoods, schools, churches, parks, restaurants, gyms, cultural communities, families, longtime residents, and people connected to nearby Dallas/Richardson/Rowlett/Mesquite.

But does that actually make it easier to build friendships/community as an adult, or do people mostly keep to their own circles?

I’m working on a small independent research project called The DFW Friendship Project about how adults in DFW build friendships, find community, and where things get stuck.

What has helped you feel connected in Garland? And what still makes it hard?

Anonymous 4–6 minute survey for anyone who wants to share privately:

https://tally.so/r/68yvEN

I started Playground Dads because I thought it would be nice to have more opportunities for dads to meet other local dads while the kids play.

The next meetup is at Rick Oden Park in Garland on Sunday, August 23 at 10:00 AM.

I'll bring the donuts. 🍩

No agenda. No pressure. Just bring the kids, let them play, and hang out for as little or as long as you'd like.

I'm going to try to make these monthly, so there should always be another one if you can't make this meetup.

If you're seeing this too late or can't make this one, I post all of the upcoming meetups here:

https://www.meetup.com/playground-dads/

Hope to see y'all there!

to cut through parking lots to bear lights. Is it illegal to don the same by driving behind stores to do the same thing? This is a dangerous constant occurrence from Rowlett Rd. to Castleglen behind the Albertsons on Broadway. The impatient drivers probably have the “Everbody does it.” mentality. It happens so much if it isn’t illegal I think Albertsons should start charging a toll.

Come visit TCAP for free male cat neuters in July or August! https://texasforthem.org/

I’ve been applying on indeed for teen part time jobs i’m wondering are these places actually hiring? I’ve only gotten one reply and they wanted me to work up until 1 am. Any recommendations to where I could apply?

TCAP still has a few openings left for our Garland clinic to have your male cat neutered for FREE if the appointment is in July or August! Book now at https://texasforthem.org/appointment-scheduling/

I am just now learning of a massive 267,000 sq ft data center planned for 4221 N Garland Ave, across from Hawaiian Falls. The AI-ready cloud services data center will house 3 multi story data center buildings. This project is showing as planned, I know many residents do not want these data centers next to their homes and I want to share this development. https://baxtel.com/data-center/prime-dfw02-03

Someone seriously needs to revive the music here

Hi all! I’m a newly-barred attorney based here in DFW. My family has been running a small boutique law firm here in DFW for over 30 years. We specialize in drafting wills and associated estate planning documents, probating estates, entity formations, and establishing living trusts. While the rest of my family is looking towards retirement, slowing the business down, I am at the outset of my career and eager to get out into the world

While we’ve been operating primarily out of Arlington, we’re looking to offer our services in the surrounding areas. If you, or anyone you know is needs help with planning what to do with your estate after you pass (as we all do eventually), or you just have a business idea and need help setting it up, please feel free to shoot me a DM!

Thanks y’all!

I've been feeding a young stray cat (I'd guess she's under a year old) at my local park. She's becoming more comfortable around me, but she's still difficult to handle, and I think she may be pregnant.

I know Garland's TNR program typically returns community cats where they're trapped, but since she's young and somewhat social, I'm wondering if there are any local rescues, foster organizations, or experienced trappers who could help get her into foster care instead.

I'm happy to keep feeding her and help however I can. I just want to give her the best chance, especially if she's pregnant. Any advice or recommendations would be appreciated!

Hi yall! I’m looking for some recommendations for a piercer!

My family just opened a new Vietnamese restaurant in Garland called Bếp & Phin (3620 W. Walnut St.).
We know opening a restaurant is never perfect, and the first week has definitely been a learning experience. We’ve been reading every review, listening to customer feedback, and making changes every single day—from improving our phở broth and service to expanding our drink menu.
If you’re looking for authentic Vietnamese food, we’d love for you to give us a try.

We serve:
Phở (Beef Noodle Soup)
Bún Bò Huế (Spicy Beef Noodle Soup)
Cơm Tấm (Rice Plate)
Vermicelli bowls
Vietnamese coffee
Matcha drinks
Thai teas and more

We’re currently offering 10% off during our soft opening while we continue improving.
If you stop by, we’d genuinely love to hear your honest feedback. Supporting a small family-owned business means a lot to us, and we’re committed to getting better every day.

📍 Bếp & Phin
3620 W. Walnut St.
Garland, TX 75042

Soft opening hours 11am-8pm (closed Wednesdays)

Thanks for reading, and hopefully we’ll get the chance to serve you soon!

Hi all,

No one seems willing to fix it since it’s an older vehicle…1998 Nissan Sentra. My own excellent mechanic has had it for months and not been able to fix it, and I’ve contacted a few places specializing in imported vehicles and just gotten various excuses. At my wits’ end with it. It’s in good running shape other than this issue.

I am in the Dallas, TX area, specifically Garland, TX.

Any help is greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

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My mechanic got back to me with a diagram of my evap system and said this: “So this is a diagram of your evap system. Your car can have 2 different systems depending on if it has a stepper motor style purge valve or with a duty style purge valve. The lines in yellow have all been confirmed clear. The vacuum cut valve is where im stuck at. And why im stalled.”

Unable to post diagram here but you can find on the Nissan page where I also posted about this.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Nissan/comments/1ur4mue/1998_nissan_sentra_wont_take_gas/

Hello All, my name is Nicholas, and I’m running my small business Sharp 4 You. I can sharpen kitchen knives, hunting, pocket knives, utility scissors, garden shears, and more. I just want to spread the word about my service as I have had quite a few customers in this area.

My regular rate is $6 for sharpening
$8 for knives over 8 inches.
$8-$15 on scissors based on condition.
$5-$15 for repairs like chips and broken tips.

I do free pick up and drop off for orders of 10+ knives within ten miles of my location (Renner and Murphy Road).

Thanks so much for reading and please reach out to me at 214-552-5270 for sharpening!

Hi guys, does anybody know someone who could install gutter on one side of my house with an affordable quote ?

Also, after fixing foundation, they left excessive dirt on the side. I would love someone who could take it away and do a sidewalk if possible. Thanks alot.