Twelve Days of Winter Break at Carrollton Libraries – Dec. 19-30

Enjoy an educational staycation this holiday at the Carrollton Public Libraries’ “Twelve Days of Winter Break” which starts Monday, Dec. 19 and includes many activities for kids, highlighting Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa.

12/02/2011 7:00 AM

Be a Hard Target for Thieves During the Holiday Shopping Season

As the holiday season approaches, the Carrollton Police Department wishes to remind residents of measures they can take to help reduce vehicle burglaries in the community. Seasonal shopping and the presence of extra money put thieves on high alert.

12/02/2011 7:00 AM

Carrollton’s Rainbow Pharmacy Historic Marker Dedication – Saturday, Dec. 3

On Saturday, December 3, at 10 a.m., the City of Carrollton will dedicate a hisorical marker for the RAINBOW PHARMACY.

11/11/2011 9:00 AM

Free Christmas on the Square Saturday – Dec. 3

Enjoy the snow in the Downtown Carrollton Square from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 3. Tube down a snow hill and stroll the shops, decked out for the holidays, offering wonderful gifts and stocking stuffers.

11/11/2011 8:15 AM

Carrollton’s Storm Water and You

Carrollton’s storm water permit from the state requires us to reduce the amount of pollution in our storm water. Carrollton relies heavily on YOU, our residents and businesses, to help keep pollution out of our surface waters and to report violators when you see them.

11/11/2011 8:00 AM

Preventing the Holiday Blues

Holidays can be both a joyful and stressful time. By following the helpful tips provided by the Police Department in their "Preventing the Holiday Blues" brochure, extra stress and depression can be avoided.

11/11/2011 7:00 AM

Free Old-Fashioned Christmas at AW Perry Homestead Museum – Dec. 2

Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas evening at the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum (1509 N. Perry Rd) for free from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, December 2.

11/11/2011 7:00 AM

2nd Annual Festival at the Switchyard Featuring Third Eye Blind Nov. 5

Carrollton’s Festival at the Switchyard featuring Third Eye Blind and Bob Schneider will be this Saturday, November 5 on the Downtown Carrollton Square.

11/03/2011 9:00 AM

CANCELLED - Gingerbread House Contest & Auction

Gingerbread Contest & Display is Cancelled.

11/03/2011 8:00 AM

Successful Cease the Grease Event

Carrollton hosted a successful Cease the Grease event. Remember to never pour grease down sink drains or toilets.

11/02/2011 8:00 AM

Thanksgiving Closures and Trash Collection Schedules – Nov. 24 & 25

Trash and recycling pick-up will be collected as normal on regularly scheduled days; there will be no collection delays. City facilities, including City Hall, Recreation Centers, both libraries, Oak Creek Tennis Center, and the Senior Center, will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25.

11/02/2011 8:00 AM

Cease the Grease: Free Cooking Oil Disposal – Nov. 28 & 29

Drop off your used cooking oil for free at the Central Service Center from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, November 28 or Tuesday, November 29.

11/02/2011 8:00 AM

New Roof? Be Aware of Carbon Monoxide Danger

With the recent hail storms many roofs have had to be repaired or replaced. When this happens, the vent stacks may be taken off to assist with the tear off of the old roof. If vent pipes are not reattached correctly, carbon monoxide can build up in the attic space and move down to the living areas.

11/02/2011 8:00 AM

Building Inspection Closed 11:15a.m.-1:45p.m. Nov. 2

Building Inspection will be closed from 11:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2 due to staff training.

11/01/2011 7:00 AM

Be Advised: Emergency Alert System Nationwide Test Nov. 9

The first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) will take place at 1 p.m., Central Time on Wednesday, November 9.

10/26/2011 8:00 AM

Park & Ride DART's Green Line to the Festival on Sat. November 5!

There will be very limited parking in the downtown area due to the road closures for the Festival. Your best bet is to park at the Trinity Mills DART station and ride the Green Line to the Downtown Carrollton Station. From there it's just a short walk across the skybridge to the Historic Downtown Square. Normal charges will apply to ride DART ($1.75 each way). Click through for additional DART station maps and locations.

10/24/2011

Road Closures In Downtown Area Due to Festival

Belt Line Road will stay open: however there will be partial road closings in the Downtown area starting at Fourth and Elm on Wed. Nov. 2 for the stage build. Broadway and the remaining Downtown streets will close after 2 on Fri. Nov. 4 and will reopen by late afternoon Sun. Nov. 6. Click through for map.

10/24/2011

Sign Up for the Carrollton Public Library To Send You Reading Suggestions

Get great reading suggestions from your Carrollton Public Library through the free NextReads service.

10/21/2011 7:00 AM

Roofing Shingle Theft Advisory

10/20/2011

Pharmaceutical Collection Event – Oct. 29

Collection activities are planned from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 29 in the front parking lot of the Carrollton Police Department.

10/14/2011 8:00 AM