Dear Friends,
Happy New Year and welcome to the Frisco community newsletter, as presented by Matt Lafata and the Matt Lafata Marketing Group. We are now in our sixth year of bringing the best in community news and business offers to Frisco and the surrounding areas. As always, if you have a community event or newsworthy item that you want in the newsletter, please send it to us at events@mattlafatamarketing.com. If you are interested in joining the many other businesses who have had success in advertising in this newsletter, please email us at sales@mattlafatamarketing.com for more information.
A number of changes and enhancements have taken place over the past few weeks and more are in store for 2007. As you know, the newsletter now has a clickable table of contents. The staff and contributors list has grown to include Kaleigh Lafata – Tornado Talk, Sarah Ianace – Happenings in Frisco ISD, Glenn Kopanski – Landscape Design, and Pedro Checo – Advice from Dr. Checo. More will be added as we continue to expand our already encompassing coverage. Many of you have also commented on how much you like the “blog” that I include every couple of weeks. I have moved this feature to a blog site and will post here in the newsletter any time something is new out there. The site is http://mattlafata.blogstream.com
This week’s newsletter is proudly sponsored by the Mrs. Texas United States pageant, the premiere competition for married women. You can represent Frisco’s married women. It’s the first step to become the next Mrs. Texas United States. Deadline to enter is next Sunday, January 14th, and you can find out more about it below. Also check out the spotlight on Fitness Mindset Training and the special offer of a free initial consultation. Erika and I have been working with Tony at FMT for the past couple of months and have been very pleased. A lot of work goes into putting this newsletter together and I greatly appreciate the support of our sponsors so please patronize them wherever possible.
Please, please turn off your automatic sprinklers for the winter. There is no reason to water your lawn this winter. We are receiving a fair amount of rain and it drives me nuts when I drive around and see people with their automatic sprinklers on. Please turn them off or we may face more serious consequences this summer without some serious rainfall this winter and spring.
Good luck to our Texas Tornado as they play two important games in Wichita this weekend and good luck to the Dallas Cowboys in their playoff game this weekend.
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Newsletter Sponsor – Represent Frisco’s Married Women…It’s the first step to become the next Mrs. Texas United States®! Deadline to enter is next Sunday, January 14th:
Many times, wives and moms get so busy with the day-to-day activities of life that they forget to do something *just* for themselves. Sound familiar? If so, you could be on your way to a new journey of self-exploration, all the while making new friends! If you are a resident of Frisco, at least 21, and married, you’re eligible to compete for the title of Mrs. Frisco United States® 2007. Represent this amazing city and have a year you and your husband will always remember! The new Mrs. Frisco will get her state entry fee paid to compete at the Mrs. Texas United States® competition at the Westin Stonebriar Resort this May in Frisco! The new Mrs. Texas gets an all-expense paid trip to compete at the televised Mrs. United States® competition next summer in Las Vegas. Other contestants interviewing for Mrs. Frisco also will have a chance to compete at the state Mrs. Texas pageant at a discounted entry fee!
Contestants should wear a dressy suit (or something worn to a job interview) and will be judged solely (at the Frisco local level) on a panel-style interview by local judges off a one-page biography form. Interviews will be held Saturday, January 20th, at Frisco Square, and the winner will be announced immediately following the judges’ tabulation.
There will be complimentary preparation sessions to get all Mrs. Texas United States® contestants (including the new Mrs. Frisco) ready for the state competition, so no experience is necessary. Most women who compete have never done a pageant previously and find it a fun, new, and self-enriching experience. Be prepared to have a great time!
Contestants in this competion for married women is diverse. The current Mrs. Frisco is Jennifer Gilchrist, who was 4th runner-up at Mrs. Texas. The reigning Mrs. Texas, Jennifer Hayden, is also from Frisco, and was actually named 1st runner up in the Mrs. Frisco competition (which Jennifer Gilchrist won) Mrs. Hayden still chose to compete at Mrs. Texas (as Mrs. DFW) and won the state title! Jennifer went on to make Top 10 at the televised Mrs. United States® competition in Las Vegas. She is 29 with one daughter; she and her husband, Jaz, are expecting their second child in June. Last year’s Mrs. Texas was Terri Jaggers of Montgomery, who was a 45 year-old stay-at-home-mom with 3 biological and 23 foster children, and also made the Top 10 at the national level out of 53 contestants!
Entry fee to apply for the Mrs. Frisco title is $75. For an entry form and more information, please email info@mrstexasunitedstates.com. More on the state event next May can be found at www.mrstexasunitedstates.com Deadline to enter Mrs. Frisco is next Sunday, January 14th.
Spotlight on…Fitness Mindset Training:
This interview was conducted with Tony Vaglienti, owner of Fitness Mindset Training…
Tony, tell us about your business:
I founded Fitness Mindset Training based on my belief that only permanent mental lifestyle changes will lead people to becoming more healthy and fit. All people should see fitness as a priority, yet few do; most rate it a 5 or lower on an importance scale of 1 - 10. My goal is to get my clients to at least see fitness as an 8. Physical fitness is a form of life insurance; we should all be willing to make monthly, even daily, "payments" to prevent health disasters later in life.
So Tony, we have been very pleased with the results we have obtained since starting to work with you about two months ago but what makes you different from your competition? What makes your business unique?
Fitness Mindset Training is unique because I specialize in couples training in addition to the one-on-one training I offer. Couples training tends to be more effective at leading towards permanent lifestyle changes because both people are on board with the program. I also take my show on the road. Almost all of my clients are trained in their own homes, which makes the techniques I teach easier for them to implement on a regular basis. In addition, I offer several boot camp options in the Little Elm area.
How does somebody get in touch with you?
The best way to contact me is by calling my cell phone, 972-979-4247. If I do not answer when prospective clients call, they should always leave their names and contact numbers so that I can return their call. My business email address is fmt@grandecom.net, but I'm such an active person that I don't have much time to sit in front of a computer. My response time with email is generally 1-2 days, whereas my response time for phone calls is generally 1-2 hours.
Ok Tony, everybody loves a special. What can you offer our newsletter readers?
My "special" for all prospective clients is a free initial consultation, which includes body measurements, body fat analysis, and nutritional guidelines. In addition, I evaluate exercise attitudes, beliefs, likes, and dislikes so that I can tailor the workouts to match the individual/couple. My program does not consist of cookie-cutter workouts; each of my clients is in a different place as far as fitness is concerned, and I make sure that they each progress at their own pace. I call this a pyramid of progression; we start out small at the top and gradually build to a stronger base.
I love to eat out and this is somewhat of a loaded question for a fitness trainer, but what are some of your favorite restaurants in this area?
I love food and I do enjoy eating out, but I try to avoid it as much as possible; restaurant-prepared foods are rarely as healthy as they could be if they were prepared at home. My wife loves Applebee's because they have a Weight Watchers menu. I personally am a Subway fan; it's hard to beat their quick, healthy, anytime offerings. However, my true preference is my wife's home-cooked meals; she's always trying out some new, healthy recipe.
Music is another great passion of mine. What kind of music do you like to listen to?
I listen to music on occasion, but my wife's the music fan in our home. My radio is usually tuned to a sports talk radio station. However, I try to listen out for new tunes that will help motivate my boot campers; they really get invigorated when I steal one of my wife's CDs and bring in new music options for our workouts.
Thanks Tony. Anything else you would like to let our readers know about you and your business?
I've recently purchased some new equipment so that I can continue to be innovative with my clients; many of them have been with me for over two years. However, I am always looking for new clients and creative ways to expand my fitness horizons.
Table of Contents:
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How to Whitelist this Frisco Community Newsletter in Your Spam Filter: 5
Tornado Talk…by Junior Sports Reporter, Kaleigh Lafata: 6
Feb 2nd Second Annual Mardi Gras Frisco 2007 and Reverse Raffle: 7
The Frisco Area Children’s Theater Announces Acting Classes Starting in January: 7
Frisco Retired Teachers Association Meeting: 8
Business Compass 2007 - Mark Your Calendar: 8
Plano Symphony Orchestra Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream - The Music of Shakespeare”: 8
Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano – Upcoming Events: 9
North Texas Baseball Alliance: 10
Commission-Based Sales Positions At HRchitect: 11
Frisco House and Garden Show: 12
Preston Trail Community Church moving into new location: 13
Parenting Class at Bright Elementary: 13
Welcome Back!! Cheers to a Wonderful 2007 Frisco School Year!!: 13
Frisco Women’s League New Member Social: 14
Frisco-OnLine.com to Host Mix and Mingle at Snookie’s: 15
11th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance: 15
Third Annual Trick a Trout: 15
Advice from Dr. Checo – The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI): 16
St. Philip’s Episcopal Preschool Announces Expansion and Enrollment Schedule: 17
Update From Recent City Council Meeting: 20
Temperature Adjusted Fuel on Solomons’ Agenda: 22
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The estimated residential population of Frisco as of January 1, 2007 is 93,346.
The 2007 Winter Games of Texas are quickly approaching! Don’t miss your chance to register for one of 13 sports being featured at this years’ Games. The Winter Games of Texas are unique to Frisco, and are a partnership between the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation, Frisco Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Frisco Parks & Recreation department. Athletes from the area, as well as across the state, will compete January 13 & 14, 2007 in venues throughout Frisco. For registration information or to volunteer for the Games go to www.taaf.com/wintergames.asp
This year, the Celebration of Athletes will be January 13, 2007 at FISD Memorial Stadium. The Winter Games Village will feature a snow village, live entertainment, face painters, bounce houses and much more. The Athlete Parade, lighting of the Winter Games torch, fireworks and more will follow inside Memorial Stadium. Entrance this year is free with the donation of a canned good or non perishable item to benefit Frisco Family Services. You can drop your donation off at Merry Main Street at the Winter Games of Texas tent, at all of the Capital One locations in Frisco and one in Plano, or at GattiTown. For more information contact 972-963-9225
Frisco Residents of Color (FROC) a newly established non-profit community organization within Frisco is currently seeking exhibition space for a forthcoming Youth Art Show/Reception. This will be one night event in February 2007. Please contact twofromdbayou@yahoo.com or (214) 387-6902 for additional details and/or questions.
This past weekend, your Tornado continued their longest winning streak of the season that abruptly ended on Sunday. They had a good run, winning 8 games in a row. But as we all know, all good things must come to an end.
Friday night in Texas was a good one. The first period was all Tornado as Tom Brooks struck first with a goal 4 minutes into the game on a power play. Justin King followed that up halfway through the period, also on a power play with Jake Newton and Sean Roadhouse assisting. And Ben Miler finished off the period strong with an unassisted goal and only 13 seconds left. In the 2nd period Wichita scored their 1st goal to make the score 3-1. A minute later Nielsson Arcibal followed it up with a goal on a power play to lead 4-1 going into the 3rd period. The 3rd period was downhill for the Tornado, but they still came out on top after Wichita scored 2 goals to make the final score 4-3. The 3 stars of the game were Sean Roadhouse, Rob Blanchette, and Ben Miller. Shots on goal were 33 to 27.
Saturday night was a great win for the Tornado, but it turned out it was their last win of an 8 eight game winning streak. They faced the St. Louis Bandits in Chesterfield, MO., which is really a beautiful place to visit if you haven’t been. It was a pretty slow 1st and 2nd period as there was no scoring. But in the 3rd period, the boys really stepped it up a notch. Adam Flink put one in only 34 seconds into the 3rd to score the first goal of the game. Dylan Cooper and Brian Reagan assisted, who by the way is a St. Louis native. Brian Reagan really put on a good show for his hometown fans as he scored a goal a couple minutes later to give the Tornado a 2-0 lead. 38 seconds away from the shut out must have put the pressure on goalie Thomas Tragust, who let in a goal to give the Bandits their only one of the game. With the game close to the end, Ryan Fuller, who has really stepped into the spotlight the season, sealed the deal with an empty net goal with 18 seconds left. The 3 stars were Thomas Tragust, Brian Reagan, and Pat Maroon from the Bandits. The Bandits out shot the Tornado 51-30.
Playing a late hockey game on New Years Eve has its ups and downs but for the Tornado it just had downs. Just like Saturday night, the 1st period had no scoring. The 2nd period though, was all Bandits as they scored 2 goals at the end of the period, just minutes apart. And the 3rd period was pretty much the same. St. Louis scored 3 more goals to make the score 5-0. Hope was lost for the Tornado as there were 9 minutes left and they were down by 5. But, St. Louis native Tom Brooks scored a goal with just over a minute left. 14 seconds after Troy Puente scored his 1st goal of the season to make the final score 5-2, not allowing the Bandits goalie to achieve a shut out. St. Louis out shot the Tornado 41-35.
The Tornado play this Friday and Saturday in Wichita Falls then come home on Jan. 12th and 13th to face the 2nd place Santa Fe Roadrunners. And on January 10th you can listen to the Tony Curtale show on the tornado website www.tornadohockey.com, as you can listen to any games on there as well. Don’t miss these exciting games that lead the Tornado on the path to the four-peat. Have a good weekend!
2006 was the coolest event in town, 2007 will be the hottest! Mark you calendars for Friday, Feb 2, 2007. The Second Annual Mardi Gras Frisco 2007 is hosted by Knights of Columbus #12480. Come prepared to enjoy live music and Cajun food in the Crescent City. Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler…Let the Good Times Roll!
In addition to a great Mardi Gras Celebration you will have an opportunity to participate in our 2nd annual Reverse Raffle. For those of you not familiar with this type of fun, simply stated, the last person standing in the raffle will win. Prizes will be awarded in American Express gift cards. Complete rules and details are now available at:
Proceeds from the event will benefit the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and community outreach.
For more information or to register online, please visit: www.FriscoACTs.com or Call Aileen at 972-377-2675
Acting I (Ages 7 to 18) - Learn the basic of acting!
"What’s the Story?" (Ages 4 to 6) - Act out a different classic story every class!
Be A Star (Ages 4 to 6) - Be a different Character each class. Learn the Basic of Acting and Auditioning.
Acting II (Ages 7 to 18) - Perform a show! You've learned to act now use it to perform a show!
Home School Acting II (Ages 7 to 18) - Perform a show! You've learned to act now use it to perform a show!
PLEASE NOTE!
We keep our classes small so that every child gets attention. No one is left out! Class size is limited for all classes so sign up early so that you can avoid being on a waiting list!
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER BEFORE THE DAY OF CLASS.
The Frisco Area children's Theater is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the IRS tax laws.
The Frisco Retired Teachers Association will meet Tuesday Jan 9th, 9:30-10:00am for continental breakfast and 10:00-12:00 for the regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Our featured speaker this month will be Glenda Covington, Frisco Police Officer. She will be giving a presentation about personal safety.
Mark Your Calendar for January 24th, 11:00—1:00 at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce. An overview of the direction of growth and real estate in Frisco presented by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce School of Business will be the focus of this event. This session will feature John Lettelleir, the Director of Planning for the City of Frisco, Jim Gandy, President of the Frisco Economic Development Corporation, and private sector real estate developers in both the commercial, retail, and office areas. The goal is to map, as clearly as possible, for business owners the locations and supporting markets for commercial expansion in the city. Please make your reservations by calling the Chamber at 972.335.9522 or you may register on line at www.friscochamber.com. Lunch is provided. $5.00 for advanced reservations—$7.00 at the door.
with Maureen Thomas and Jenni Till - Soprano, San-Ky Kim - Tenor, Rebecca Campbell - Mezzo Soprano, and the Texas Voices Choir – Alan Dyer, Director
What: Music and theatre are special partners that through the years have offered some of the most thrilling and moving human experiences possible. Don’t miss this semi-staged version of one of the most beloved combinations of music and story – “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” with music by Felix Mendelssohn. Prior to this famous story coming to life, enjoy the mesmerizing romance of both Gounod’s and Tchaikovsky’s interpretations of “Romeo & Juliet.” Don’t miss this unique evening of music and drama!
Guest Artist: Canadian actress Maureen Thomas has accomplished much in her long career. With a full length film, television, voice over, commercial, and theatre career, Ms. Thomas has received numerous awards and accolades from Canadian television and professional organizations. Her unique staging of “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” performed all over Canada and the United States, has been described as “a dazzling revelation” of what symphony programs can be.
Program: 1. “Nuit d’hymenee” for soprano and tenor
2. “L’amour, l’amour” for tenor
3. “Je vieux vivre” for soprano
From “Romeo and Juliet-----------------------------C. Gounod
Romeo and Juliet--------------------------------------Tchaikovsky
Midsummer Night’s Dream-------------------------Mendelssohn
When: Saturday, January 27 - 8:15 PM
Where: Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, TX 75082
Tickets: To order, call the Plano Symphony Orchestra Ticket Office at 972-473-7262. Reserved Seating tickets: $9-$70. Add $2 at the door.
Plano Symphony Orchestra’s 2006-2007 Season sponsors include The Dallas Morning News/DallasNews.com, American Airlines and major funding from the City of Plano.
January 2007:
Want some help with your New Year's Resolution to lose weight? Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano invites all women from Plano and surrounding communities to attend on Tuesday, January 9. Cindy Kleckner, Cooper Aerobic Center's dietician, presents "Nutrition You Can Live With" and will motivate us with simple changes that will make a big difference in our lives. SMU-in-Legacy, 5228 Tennyson Parkway (SE corner of Tennyson & Democracy, W of Preston, Plano, Mapsco 556S). Coffee & Social at 9:30a, Meeting at 10:00am, followed by optional After Meeting Lunch. For more info or to reserve your spot, contact Janet O'Pella at 972 672-4763 or visit www.newcomerfriends.org
February 2007:
You don't want to miss our fabulous Valentine's Tea on Tuesday, Feb 13. Suzi Checki will entertain us with "Blonde Highlights of Hollywood", a comedic one woman show with songs and impersonations of famous Hollywood Blondes. SMU-in-Legacy, 5228 Tennyson Parkway (SE corner of Tennyson & Democracy, W of Preston, Plano). Social at 9:30am, Tea & Goodies & Entertainment at 10:00am. For more info or to reserve your spot, contact Suzanne O'Malley at 972 208-1232 or visit www.newcomerfriends.org
March 2007:
Please join us for “How to Enjoy Failure, Be Amused by Rejection, & Thrive on Stress” by Janet Rush. An energetic motivational speaker and entertainer with a winning combination of warmth, humor, originality and believability, Janet’s humorous, fast-paced presentations have inspired more than one million people. Her client list includes AT&T, DuPont, Ford Motor, Hyatt, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Neiman Marcus, State Farm, and the Zig Ziglar Organization among many others.SMU-in-Legacy, 5228 Tennyson Parkway (SE corner of Tennyson & Democracy, W of Preston, Plano, Mapsco 556S). Coffee & Social at 9:30a, Meeting at 10:00am, followed by optional After Meeting Lunch. For more info or to reserve your spot, contact Janet O'Pella at 972 672-4763 or visit www.newcomerfriends.org.
About Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano
Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano is a social organization of warm, caring women, which provides a supportive environment for new and established residents of Plano Texas and all surrounding areas. The Club assists women in their transition to the community by introducing them to others, fostering friendships and encouraging participation in the group’s many activities.
We invite women to join us at one of our regular program meetings on the second Tuesday of each month. There is always an interesting speaker and you’ll meet a lot of fun, new women! We also host a wide array of monthly activities, including: Potluck Lunches & Dinners, Bunco, Canasta, Arts & Leisure Outings, Quilting, Movies, Wine Tasting, Book Club, Bridge, Gardening Group, Needlework, Couples Activities, a monthly Welcome Coffee and more. We are a sociable group of over 200- women who meet year ‘round and we love to see new faces!
Prospective members are invited to try our activities for one month before joining the group. Our monthly newsletter highlights our activities. We’ll be happy to send you one if you call Janet O’Pella at 972-672-4763. Look for us online at www.newcomerfriends.org.
The North Texas Baseball Alliance was established in 2004 to help support inter-city competition in North Texas. The alliance is built on strong relationships while maintaining independent leagues. We agree to provide combined competitive baseball for all age groups to develop skills, enhance learning, and cultivate personal growth
The experience of visiting neighboring cities, playing on different baseball fields, and meeting new people allows coaches and players alike to see different levels of competition and explore learning tools. We have coaches and players from all over including Frisco, McKinney, Little Elm, The Colony, Garland, Dallas, Plano, Carrolton, Richardson, Anna, Melissa, and more playing on teams associated with each select league.
Today, the alliance is supported by city leagues in Frisco, McKinney & Little Elm.
* Frisco Baseball/Softball Association (FBSA)
* Triple Crown Academy at Triple Creek Complex (TCA)
* McKinney Baseball Association (MBA)
* Little Elm Area Youth Sports Association (LEAYSA)
NTBA welcomes all teams and players to visit league websites for more information or just visit www.ntba.us for the latest 2007 spring league information.
COST: $1500 for all age groups U9 - U14
Offering both AA & AAA USSSA League
USSSA Roster and Proof of Insurance Required
Equipment and game balls supplied by teams
Determined by players age on 4/30/2007
18 Games Guaranteed
Team and Individual Awards for 1st & 2nd place in League
Both single and double-header games will be scheduled to accommodate teams
Games are played in Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney
SEASON STARTS - March 9th 2007
National & State Qualifying League
Two State qualifying AA & AAA Tournaments
Team and Individual Awards for 1st & 2nd place in tournament
INCLUDED
DEADLINE TO ENTER - February 15th 2007
HRchitect, a small nationwide and fast growing human resources technology consulting firm based in Frisco, TX, is a leading provider of consulting services to major corporations. We sell our services to mid-size and Fortune 500 companies.
We are currently searching for highly motivated individuals to drive sales within existing and new clients. We are searching for entrepreneurial-minded people who would like to work in a unique environment with independent and flexible work hours (part-time or full-time territories available), and great earning opportunities. Primarily focused on inside sales – you’ll be able to work from home and our new offices in Frisco Square.
Sales representatives earn a straight forward and lucrative commission. The majority of leads come from HRchitect, our business partners, and numerous other sources. This is a commission only position where our sales representatives make great money and enjoy uncapped commissions. The right candidates have the potential to build a six figure income stream very rapidly.
This is the perfect opportunity for people who want the flexibility to enjoy their family life, enjoy what they do and make great money while doing it.
Requirements:
* Outside or Inside, commission sales experience
* Proven record in a challenging, fast-paced environment
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Commitment to excellence and customer service
* Ability to work independently
* Very Organized
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
If you are a success-minded, goal oriented person who enjoys a family friendly work environment, we are ready to give you the opportunity to achieve your goals.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Matt Lafata
Director, Sales and Marketing
HRchitect
Registration for the Spring 2007 Baseball and Softball Seasons are now open. Please visit our website at www.fbsa.org to register. On-Line Registration will close on January 20th, 2007 at Midnight. We will also host a walkup registration that will be January 20th at Clark Middle School from 10:00AM-3:00PM. Thanks and have a great season!
Presented by: Show Technology and located at Frisco Conference Center at the Embassy Suites
Turn your house and garden dreams into reality! With thousands of square feet of exhibits you'll find the latest in products and services for everything from builders, contractors, materials, decks, pools, spas, entertainment systems, storage, plants, landscape displays/materials, kitchenware, and much more.
Seminars include:
"Common decorating mistakes and how to fix them "
"Basic decorating on a budget"
Major Giveaways
Master Spa
Giving a way an Exeter Spa. It is a 7x7 spa with two pumps and 57 jets valued at $9,999.
Town and Country Foods
Giving away a $3000 Stainless Steel Outdoor Grill
Register to win the ULTIMATE BACKYARD including a state of the art Exeter Spa and Webber grill!!
Date(s) of event:
Start date: January 5, 2007
End date: January 7, 2007
Time and dates:
Friday Jan 5: 2 pm - 7 pm
Saturday Jan 6: 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday, Jan 7: 11 am - 5 pm
Admission price of the event:
Adults 17+ $8
16 and under and active military are free
65+ are $5 on Fri only
Phone number the public can call: 210-408-0998
About Brian Santos:
Brian Santos - Friday - Sunday Jan 5-7, 2007
"The Wall Wizard" - ALL NEW SEMINARS!!!
With more than twenty years of experience, The Wall Wizard, named for his magical ability to create stunning, decorative effects with simple, quick, low-cost techniques, is a seasoned home improvement specialist.
Web site: www.showtechnology.com
Preston Trail Community Church has been known as "The Church in the Mall" for over four years now. But starting in 2007 it will be known as "The Church Across from Brinkman Ranch." PTCC began meeting in the AMC Theatres at Stonebriar Centre in September 2002 with forty people on the launch team and high hopes of reaching people who have given up on God or on traditional church. Four years later, the church is moving into the newly refurbished PC Dynamics Building on Frisco's Main Street, half a mile east of Preston Road.
More than 600 people now claim PTCC as their church home and are excited about the move. The new facility can seat 720 in worship, accommodate over 200 youth, and teach and care for over 500 infants and children. The manufacturing format of the original building has been incorporated into the new look. One of the senior pastors, Jim Johnson, calls it "Industrial Hip," while the other senior pastor, Paul Basden, simply says, "If you like Home Depot, you will love our building!"
Please join us for our grand opening on Sunday January 21 at 9:30 and 11:00 AM. For more information on the church and the new facility, visit us online at www.prestontrail.org.
Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children will be discussed at Ida Lee Bright Elementary at 9 a.m. on Thursday, January 11. The presentation will be based on the book, Marching to the Beat of a Different Drum (How to recognize and help children with ADD/ADHD) by Paul Warren, M.D. Guest presenter is J. Gail Gibson, parenting specialist with Carrollton-Farmer’s Branch ISD. Coffee and breakfast pastries will be served. Parents in the community are invited. Bright Elementary is located at 7600 Woodstream.
Don’t forget – January is Frisco School Board Appreciation Month – Let’s all take the time to thank a board member for a job well done!
January 8th, Monday - 7:30 Regular Board Meeting
Frisco High School Art Honor members had their art work displayed at the 9th annual NAHS art exhibition. FHS art teacher, June Waggener has organized this event for the past 8 years. Eight years ago the event had 13 students with 40 pieces. Today, more than 50 AP art students had around 400 works of art displayed at the December event. Be on the lookout for more events involving FHS artists and musicians during the rest of the school year!
Frisco Families and Friends Use Hearts and Feet to Fight Cancer:
Walkers (and joggers) will go around the clock in the battle against cancer during the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Frisco.
Teams of Frisco residents will gather at Pizza Hut Park, Dr. Pink field on Friday, April 20, 2007 at 7 pm for an overnight relay against cancer. Relay For Life is a family-oriented team event where participants can walk relay-style around the track and take part in fun activities off the track. Teams can include coworkers, club members, family and friends who have gathered donations prior to the event.
Teams of eight to 15 members gather with tents and sleeping bags to participate in the largest fundraising walk in the nation. Relay For Life unites friends, families, businesses, hospitals, schools and churches ... people from all walks of life. Teams seek sponsorship prior to the Relay, all with the goal of supporting a cure for cancer.
Volunteers are needed to organize and recruit teams, seek community support, coordinate logistics, find refreshments and prizes, plan entertainment and lend their support in any way.
For more information on the April 20th event, or if you would like to volunteer on the Relay For Life committee, please contact René Sinclair at 972-816-9816 or Lisa Flowers at 972-365-6268. or visit www.cancer.org. Funds raised at Relay For Life will enable the American Cancer Society to support local services and resources for cancer patients and their families. Funds also support critical cancer research and community education programs designed to teach people how to reduce their risk of developing cancer.
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Frisco Women’s League will host a new member social at Stonebriar Country Club on Thursday, January 11th at 7:00 PM. The new member social provides an overview of the volunteer organization and an opportunity to meet with current members. We are looking forward to an exciting year with many community service events. Please come join us! If you would like to attend please RVSP to Amanda Fuller at FriscoWomensLeague@yahoo.com
Frisco Women’s League is an organization dedicated to supporting and enriching the Frisco Community and surrounding areas. The League promotes community service through programs and projects that aid in civic, cultural and educational development of the city of Frisco. Please visit our website at www.friscowomensleague.org
Everyone is invited to the first MIX and MINGLE of 2007 with Frisco-OnLine.com! Join us Wednesday, January 10th, 5:30-7:00 pm at Snookie’s Bar and Grill. This delicious event is a perfect opportunity to meet up with GREAT FRIENDS, FOL MEMBERS, and BUSINESS ASSOCIATES! Snookie’s offers an amazing drink menu and fabulously flavorful food that coupled with your friends from FOL – makes a terrific evening! Log onto: www.frisco-online.com/allcoupons.cfm to print out your FREE CHIPS AND SALSA coupon and join us for the Frisco-OnLine.com Mix and Mingle, January 10th!
To become an “in the know” Frisco-OnLine user just log onto www.Frisco-OnLine.com and register! It’s FREE and FABULOUS!
The FOL Wheel of Prizes is back! Frisco-OnLine.com will be at the Frisco Home and Garden Show Friday through Sunday and we are looking forward to visiting with you. Everyone is a winner with FOL so come on by and give it a spin!
Saturday, February 10, Senior Center at Frisco Square, 6670 Moore Street from
6:30 – 9 p.m.
Take a twirl with your sweetie or friend to the country rhythms of Southern Pride. Refreshments and exciting door prizes will be provided. Tickets are $5 per person and may be purchased at the Senior Center beginning Jan. 10. Any remaining tickets will be sold the night of the event. Attire is western or casual. For more information, call the Senior Center at 972-335-5515.
11th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance:
Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Frisco Conference Center
A third dance has been added to the Daddy Daughter Dance. The theme is "Once Upon a Time…" The cost is $10 per ticket. Purchase tickets online at www.friscofun.org starting Jan. 13. Tickets at the Superdrome at Collin County Community College go on sale on Jan. 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ages 4 – 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m.; ages 7 – 9, 6 – 7:30 p.m.; ages 10 – 12, 8 – 9:30 p.m. Ages are recommendations only, not restrictions
This event for boys and girls will take place at Frisco Commons Park on Saturday, February 3, 2007. Fishing for all will begin at 8:00 am and last until 11:00 am.
Hello Frisco,
The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) that came out several years ago is considered by most physicians to be a landmark study. If you recall, this was a large, multicenter study that successfully changed the practice habits of the majority of doctors worldwide because, in essence, it demonstrated that the profligate use of exogenous hormones for the prevention of heart disease in women was, candidly, wrong. As a result of this, most doctors, including yours truly, drastically altered our prescribing habits. This alteration has been, in my opinion, somewhat detrimental to our female patients. Let me explain.
First of all, allow me to state the obvious: I’m not a gynecologist. That being said, I do see and treat many women for the typical issues that prompt internal medicines visits. Amongst those issues are those that have to do with menopause. The ladies in the audience are likely rolling their eyes as they read this. That’s because this time in a women’s life is, shall we say, trying. Specifically, I’m referring to the symptoms that menopause is responsible for. In medical-speak, vasomotor symptoms. In real-world speak, hot flashes/ night sweats- need I go on? I will now point you back to the top paragraph; the WHI caused most of us to think of estrogen/hormone replacement therapy as harmful. I think we overshot what this study called for- because of this, the underprescribing of HRT has caused needless suffering that our female patients have had to endure.
Thus, women going through menopause face a dilemma: suffer through the symptoms, take the “risk” and use HRT or look for alternatives. Now, before I go on, let me just say that doctors weren’t completely at fault for this seismic shift in thinking. A lot of women got wind of the study and stopped taking their HRT’s cold, fearing dire consequences if they continued. Irrespective of the reason, the dilemma existed (and still does, to some degree). Thus, the notion of herbal replacements for traditional hormones took hold and has taken off ever since. Has it had an impact? Does it actually do a good job at replacing HRT?
A new study recently published in the Annals of Internal Medicine doesn’t think so. Briefly, the study examined the effects of 3 herbal regimens versus traditional estrogen with/without progesterone. A cohort of 351 women was studied from 2001 to 2004. The results are disappointing for those looking at viable alternatives for relief of these oppressive symptoms. The authors concluded that the herbal “remedies”, black cohosh amongst them, were not effective in reducing the vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause. This was something a lot of physicians were suspicious of but this is the first time it has been formally proven. This is not to say that it may not be effective for you, but it does, unfortunately take away this alternative for most women.
“Well, Dr. Checo, now that you’ve burst our bubble, what now?”
Glad you asked. Back to the future, I say. First off, none of the herbal alternatives help with osteoporosis or the prevention thereof. Secondly, they seem to be safe but no one knows for sure regarding long-term use. So while the news is disappointing, all is not lost. Enter, yes, HRT. Please keep in mind that the WHI never stated that estrogen was completely off-limits. All it said, amongst other things, is that it should NOT be used for prevention of heart disease. Also, if other modalities are available for the prevention of osteoporosis, those alternatives should be considered first, such as Fosamax, Evista, etc. With that being said, vasomotor symptoms are still an indication for the use of HRT- with some caveats. So here’s my (admittedly non-gynecological) advice: take the lowest dose possible to control symptoms for the least amount of time. What that means is that the previous “standard” dose of .625 mg of estrogen has been relegated to the medicinal trash heap. I tell my patients to go as low as they can, dosage wise, for symptomatic relief and periodically (biannually or annually) try to get off HRT. If the symptoms recur, get right back on it. Take it for as long as you need to but not a day more. Remember, menopause does end- I promise! Once it does, all things being equal, you’re cleared to permanently discontinue HRT.
Of course, this should all be done under the auspices of your doctor. To state the obvious, each patient is different. Hence your needs may be unique. For example, a woman with a strong family history of breast cancer needs a much different approach than her co-worker with a benign family history. Talk this over with your physician. See what he or she suggests. Discuss it and get what’s best for you. What you shouldn’t do is suffer needlessly. There’s help out there. All you have to do is ask.
Dr. Checo is a board-certified Internist with 17 years of experience in the care and management of the Adult patient. He can be reached by calling his office at 469-633-9700. He can also be reached at pecmd@yahoo.com
St. Philip’s Episcopal Preschool is pleased to announce its expansion beginning in Fall 2007. The preschool will offer both a 3-day (M/W/F) and 2-day (T/Th) program to students aged 2½ through 5 as of September 1st. School hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The mission of St. Philip’s Episcopal Preschool is to provide a joyful learning environment for children that fosters academic excellence and grows faith that impacts the world for Christ.
Enrollment for Fall 2007 will begin at a Registration Open House Saturday, February 3rd from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at 6400 Stonebrook Parkway in Frisco.
For more information, or to schedule a tour of the school, please contact Mary Ecret, Preschool Director, at 214-387-4700 ext. 23 or maryecret@stphilipsfrisco.org. Additional information is also available by visiting www.StPhilipsFrisco.org.
Coit/Rolater, Legacy/Wakeland and Custer/Eldorado – These signals were completed in December
Legacy/Lakehill and Legacy/Academy – These signals should be complete by end of April 2007
Legacy/El Dorado – TxDOT has not begun construction although they originally sated in would be done in November
Main/Gary Burns – Should be completed by January 2007
Main/Independence and Rolater/Independence – Both should be complete in summer 2007
Main/Trails Parkway and Teel/Trails Parkway – Both should be complete by April 2007
Preston/Meadow Hill – This is a state project and a temporary signal should be complete in spring 2007
SH 121 - As you probably know if you have driven on this road but the Denton County portion of SH121 is now fully operational as a toll road. Cash is NOT accepted on this section; only toll tags. However, if you drive it without a toll tag, you will simply get a bill in the mail, and at a higher rate. At this time, both the TTC (Texas Transportation Committee) and TxDOT (Texas Department of Transportation) are accepting bids on the sale of the Denton County section of SH 121 to a private company. The Collin County section, from the Dallas North Tollway to State Highway 75 in McKinney, has yet to be decided. The decision was made by the TTC, TxDOT and the RTC (Regional Transit Council) that it will be a toll road, although your City Council in Frisco passed a resolution against this. Unfortunately the concept of toll roads is how you will see many roads funded in Texas in the future, in my opinion. Whether you agree with this or not, the current gas tax of 20 cents is barely enough to keep up with maintenance of existing roads so the money has to come from somewhere. In order to fund all the roads that need building, the tax rate on a gallon of gas would have to be increased to over one dollar per gallon. No politician is going to support that so you will continue to see new roads built as toll roads throughout the state of Texas, plain and simple.
DNT Extension – The NTTA continues to work at a rapid pace completing much of the main lane paving between Gaylord and Warren Parkway this month. The outside EB through lane on Main Street was closed between the Dallas Parkway frontage roads this month to correct a drainage issue. This lane is expected to be opened to traffic by the end of the month. The dynamic lane use signs erected for EB traffic on Main Street now provide the ability to designate the middle lane as a right-turn lane during the AM peak and a through lane during the rest of the day. This sign has been programmed as a right-turn only until the drainage issue under the bridge is corrected.
U-Turns along DNT - All U-turns along the Dallas North Tollway should be open by the end of January.
Preston Road overpass – This is now completely open over SH121.
SH121/Ohio Drive Intersection – This is a state project and the construction of the overpass over SH121 is scheduled to be complete in November/December 2007.
FM2934/Eldorado Parkway from FM423 to Dallas North Tollway – This is a state project. Once final approval of the environmental assessment is complete, staff anticipates beginning right-of-way acquisition in January or February of 2007. Utility relocations will begin when that is complete. Roadway construction will then begin and it is anticipated to take 18 to 24 months to widen the road to six lanes.
FM3537/Main Street from Preston Road to Custer Parkway – This is a state project. Right-of-way acquisitions are anticipated to begin in July 2007 and then utility relocations will begin when that is complete. Project will likely begin at the end of 2007, or early 2008, and take approximately 24 months to complete. This project will widen the road to six lanes.
FM423 from Stewart Creek Road to US 380 – This is a state project. The middle section should go to bid in September 2007 and take 24 months to construct once it begins. The north section (from FM720 going north) will likely go to bid in March of 2008 and take approximately 24 months to construct. This project will widen the road to six lanes.
SH289/Preston Road from Main Street to US380 – This is a state project. TxDOT is currently acquiring right-of-way and when that is complete, utility relocations will take place. When that is complete, construction will begin and take approximately 30 months to continue. This project will widen the road to six lanes.
Frisco Square Street Improvements (Frisco Square, Page, and Cook) – These roads will be complete in December.
Seventh Street from Main to Hickory – This project will improve the existing asphalt street to concrete with curb and gutter, sidewalks, lighting, and other improvements. Design services are anticipated to begin in 2007.
El Dorado Parkway from Preston Road to DNT – This will widen the road to four lanes and be done in two phases. Phase 1, which will be from the DNT to Frisco Street and from North County to Preston, is anticipated to be complete in April 2008. Phase 2, which is the remainder of that section, including the Railroad overpass is anticipated to be complete in September 2008.
Independence Parkway from Main Street to SH121 – This will widen the road to four lanes and is anticipated to be complete in September 2007.
Lebanon Parkway from 4th Army Memorial to FM423 – This will widen the road to four lanes and is anticipated to begin in early 2007 and be complete in October 2007.
Legacy Drive from Main to Citation – This will widen the road to four lanes. It is anticipated to go out for bid in January 2007 and construction is anticipated to take 9-12 months.
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