As the country prepares to celebrate Juneteenth, the City announced some changes to its usual operations for the holiday. According to the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, city administrative offices, recreation centers, and libraries will be taking a day off on June 19 to observe the historic commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Despite the closures, residents can still count on recycling services, as recycling will be picked up on that Wednesday as scheduled.
For those looking to get active or enjoy some leisure before the official holiday, the city has lined up several events. The festivities kick off with a Volleyball Classic on June 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dalworth Recreation Center. If you're more into social gatherings, there's a Block Party planned for Friday, June 14, from 6 to 10 p.m. at EpicCentral. The weekend culminates with a Parade and Cookout on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Tyre Park, promising a mix of community spirit and good food.
For residents wondering about changes to other city services during the Juneteenth holiday, a detailed breakdown is available in the City of Grand Prairie, Texas. While the landfill and garbage collection/recycling services will operate as usual, services such as water bill payment offices and various recreational centers — including The Epic Recreation Center and Shotwell Life Center — will be closed. Animal lovers should take note that the Animal Shelter will also close its doors for the day.
However, not every facility will be observing the Juneteenth closure. The Prairie Lakes and Tangle Ridge Golf Clubs will be welcoming guests looking to hit the links, and the Kirby Creek Indoor Pool will maintain its regular swimming schedule. Outdoorsy types can take advantage of the open Lake Parks on Joe Pool Lake, as well as the outdoor pools and Splash Factory, open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Furthermore, tourists or those looking for staycation activities can find information at the Tourist Information Center, which will remain open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
