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Richland College Emeritus Program

Trips &Special Events



IMPORTANT!
Call the Continuing Education office at 972-238-6147 or 6146 to register and pay for trips.

THIRD TIME’S A CHARM! The Pre-Holiday Afternoon Social…and “All that Jazz”

THIRD TIME’S A CHARM!  The Pre-Holiday Afternoon Social…and “All that Jazz” has been such a hit that we will repeat the past two year’s joyous events. We will be entertained by the Richland Jazz Singers. Dr. Michael Crawford, Director of Choral Music at Richland, promises you will have an opportunity to hear some really great music as well as learn about becoming a member of the Richland Chorale.

Take a break and join your Emeritus friends, old and new, for a delightful afternoon social. Bring finger food to share. Drinks, serving pieces and cutlery will be provided.
Call 972-238-6972 to let us know that you will be attending.

This free event is brought to you by
Dr. Michael Crawford & the Richland College Jazz Singers

  Fri, Nov 7                2:00-3:30                             Rm C140


Bass Hall Matinee- Mamma Mia…The Ultimate Feel Good Show!

Bass Hall Matinee-  Mamma Mia…The Ultimate Feel Good Show!
     This is the simple story of a mother, a daughter, and THREE possible dads. On the eve of the wedding, without the mother’s knowledge, the daughter invites three men from her mother’s past to the Greek Island paradise they last visited 20 years ago! A leisurely lunch is on your own. The performance starts at 2:00. Cost is for the ticket and transportation only. No refunds after July 25. The bus departs at 10:30am Saturday from Parking Lot D with scheduled return at 5:30pm. 
Sat  10:30am – 5:30pm  Sep 13          Course No. 523382       Fee $50           


“On the Road Again” with RoseMary Rumbley 

“On the Road Again” with RoseMary Rumbley  Have you always  wanted to go to First Monday at Canton, but you didn’t want to spend the day hunting for a parking place? Not to worry. Jump on the Richland bus which will take you to Canton and let you off in the midst of the greatest flea market in the world. There is a trolley that will take you to all the market stands. As an added attraction, we will stop at Edgewood Historical Museum. This is an outdoor museum like our Heritage Museum at Old City Park. The fee for admission to the museum is $4
     Lunch will be on your own. Fee covers transportation only. No refunds after October 3. The bus departs at 8:30am Saturday from Parking Lot D with scheduled return at 5:00pm.
Sat  8:00am – 5:00pm   Nov 1             Course No.  523400      Fee $27          


Dickens On The Strand!  

Dickens On The Strand!  The Historic Strand District in Galveston is turned into Victorian England, complete with non-stop entertainment on six stages, strolling carolers and roving street musicians. Enjoy delicious food, extraordinary merchandise from outstanding artisans, and the Pickwick’s Lanternlight Parade.
     We’ll leave Richland early on Friday the 5th and will arrive in time to enjoy the Moody Gardens Festival of Lights. This festival features one of the largest and most fantastic light presentations in Texas.
     On Sunday we will experience a guided tour of NASA’s Space Center. We’ll witness a shuttle launch, see space-flown vehicles, explore the Martian Matrix and more. (You’ll surely want your camera on this exciting trip.)
     Fee covers transportation and NASA tour only. No refunds after October 3. Details regarding agenda, motel and other fees will be mailed to you. Bus departs at 7:00am on Friday from Parking Lot D with scheduled return to Richland at 5:00pm on Sunday. 
Fri  7:00am – Sun 5:00pm  Dec 5–7  Course No. 523394      Fee $110