City of Temple Newsletter - September 2022

COMMUNITY INFO

Regular Collection on Labor Day

While City offices will be closed in recognition of Labor Day, regular collection is scheduled on Monday, September 5. Please remember to have your garbage, recycling, or brush and bulk out by 7 a.m. for collection. Visit templetx.gov/solidwaste for information on collection delays and schedules.

9/11 Ceremony

Join Temple Fire and Rescue and other City of Temple first responders as we remember the lives lost during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. There will be a remembrance ceremony on Sunday, September 11 at 8 a.m. in front of Central Fire Station on 210 N. Third St. 

DOWNTOWN TEMPLE

First Friday

Join us for First Friday on Friday, September 2! The seventh art train in the downtown district will be unveiled at Fox Dog, located at 209 N. Seventh St.! Visit our website for details about exciting downtown events all month long! Use the hashtag #DiscoverTemple, #DowntownTemple or #TheYardTemple to be featured on our social media platforms.

PARKS & RECREATION

Fall/Winter Play By Play

Visit templeparks.com/play to check out the latest edition of the 2022-2023 Fall/Winter Play By Play activity guide.

Outer Space Family Day

Join us at the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum for the Outer Space Family Day on Saturday, September 3! Come out for a day of space exploration with a chance to learn more about the planets and other mysteries of the stars. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit templerrhm.org.

Dueling Pianos

Enjoy a high-energy, family-friendly, sing-along comedy experience at Dueling Pianos on Saturday, September 10! This free event will take place at the Lion Sam Farrow Amphitheater. Visit templeparks.com for details.

Night Brite Bike Ride

Bring your family, friends and your best glow-in-the-dark gear for our Night Brite Bike Ride on Saturday, September 17! Experience an exciting opportunity to glow ride Pepper Creek Trail at your own pace on a professionally lit route. Free Italian ice from Jeremiah's Ice will be available. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is available online.

Healthy Aging Month

September is Healthy Aging Month! Don't miss out on free giveaways, blood pressure checks and wellness groups all month long. Visit the Sammons Community Center or visit templeparks.com for more details!

PUBLIC SAFETY

Fire Station #7 Open House

Bring your family and friends to the Fire Station #7 Open House on Saturday, September 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tour the station and enjoy light refreshments. Fire Station #7 is located at 8420 W. Adams Ave.

Civil Service Exam

Temple Fire and Rescue is now accepting applications for the Civil Service Exam until Wednesday, September 14. The exam will take place on Saturday, September 24 at 8 a.m. To learn more and submit an application, please visit templetx.gov/jobs.

TEMPLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Museum Day

Learn what all the museums of Central Texas have to offer on Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will have museums from around the area showing a few items from their collections along with activities for all ages. Come ask questions, and find your new favorite place!

COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES

Homebuyer Education Class

Together with BancorpSouth, the City of Temple will host a free homebuyer education class on Tuesday, September 27 at 5:30 p.m. The seminar will be held at the City of Temple Housing Resource Center, located at 101 N. Main St. Participants will learn about credit scores, homebuyer incentives, the home buying process, home affordability and more. Register online or call 254-298-5999 for more information.

Operation Dumpster Drop

In an effort to continue helping our neighborhoods stay clean and safe, along with minimizing illegal dumping of trash and tires, the City of Temple, partnering with Citizens for Progress and Keep Temple Beautiful, is continuing to offer the Dumpster Drop program. This month's Dumpster Drop will be on Saturday, September 24 in the Northwest Hills Neighborhood District. Visit templex.gov/dumpsterdrop to learn more!

Airport Lunch

Come to the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport on Wednesday, September 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch from 808 Island Grindz Food Truck! Stop by and purchase a delicious meal, then stick around to enjoy a fun afternoon at the airport.

PUBLIC WORKS

Protect Our Pipes

Remember: Do not flush wipes in your toilet. Flushable wipes do not fall apart when they are wet. In fact, they hold together better than paper towels. This can cause plumping problems in your home and affect your neighborhood. Visit templetx.gov/happypipes for more information.

Don't Place Thin Plastic Into Recycle Bins

Remember: Do not put thin plastic into the curbside recycle bins. This includes shrink wrap, grocery bags or garbage bags. Plastic bags and materials can clog the sorting machines and interrupt our curbside recycle services. Although these plastic materials can be recycled at places like grocery stores, they are not accepted in our curbside recycle program. Learn more information on our website. 

WORK WITH US

We Are Hiring

The City of Temple is seeking qualified candidates for a number of open positions. Visit templetx.gov/jobs to apply.

CONNECT WITH US

Stay Connected

Visit our website to learn how you can stay connected with us!

GOVDEALS AUCTION ITEMS

GovDeals Auction Items

The City of Temple uses an online auction service, GovDeals, to liquidate equipment, vehicles and other items no longer utilized. Auctions are open to the general public, and the City routinely places items on auction throughout the year with each item having a unique start and end date. View active listings online at govdeals.com/temple.