Matt Lafata’s Weekly Community News

July 5, 2007 – Volume 6, Issue 27

matt@mattlafatamarketing.com – www.mattlafatamarketing.com

If you remember me telling you a couple of weeks ago about the deal falling apart with Disney coming to Frisco, well, apparently the newsletter has a further reach than I thought.

Universal Studios in Florida heard about Mickey Mouse walking away from a deal in Frisco when I apparently insulted him. I got a call from Universal’s corporate office and they wanted to know if they could send somebody to talk with us. I agreed to the visit and they said they would send an appropriate representative.

So, Erika and I tried to figure out who they would send and before we knew it, there was a loud knock at the door. You guessed it, Shrek himself was sent to talk about building a theme park here in Frisco. Personally I think it was also a marketing move to help promote Shrek 3.

After we exchanged pleasantries, and took the above picture, I asked Shrek why he wanted to build in Frisco. He told me he heard there was a lot of swamp land around here and thought it would make a nice home for him. I had to be honest with him and let him know this was not normal and before we know it, we could be right back into drought conditions. Once he found this out, that we don’t live in a formal swamp land, he grabbed his donkey and said he was rounding up all the fairy tale characters and heading back to Florida where they have permanent swamp lands.

And as George Strait would say, “…if you’ll buy that, I’ll throw the Golden Gate in free”

Enjoy the newsletter!!!

This newsletter and information source is designed to bring us all a little closer together each week by providing coverage of so many things going on in our community. There are so many amazing things in this newsletter, as there are every week. Please forward this newsletter to all your friends and neighbors and encourage them to sign up to receive it themselves. They will greatly appreciate you for it as no citizen should be without this important information at their fingertips.  Let’s work to get all Frisco citizens on this list as a more informed society is a more functional society.

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Inspirational Quote of the Week:

"Ask not what Frisco can do for you, ask what you can do for Frisco”

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In this jam packed issue you will find lots of great information. There is something for everyone including the following…

Disaster Relief Approved for Tarrant, Denton Counties: 33

Issue of the Week: Dog Park – Does Frisco Need One?:

I’ve started this new column where I will post a different issue each week for discussion. Your opinions mean a lot to me and I’d love to get your feedback on the subject. Please send me an email with your thoughts. While your feedback is for my own use at this time, I may publish comments in a future issue with just your first name…

There has been talk for the past few years about a dog park in Frisco. I have heard passionate views on both side of the issue and would love to hear your thoughts on whether or not Frisco should have a dog park.

Newsletter Staff Members and Contributors

Matt Lafata – Editor and Publisher – 214-336-3355

Kaleigh Lafata – Tornado Talk

Sarah Ianace – Happenings in Frisco ISD

Glenn Kopanski – Landscape Design

Pedro Checo – Advice from Dr. Checo

Joe Hockaday, CPA – Today’s Tax Talk From Joe!:

Citizen of the Month and Neighborhood of the Month Details

If you have a citizen or neighborhood you would like to nominate, please send it to me.

The Citizen of the Month will focus on a person or group in Frisco who has been nominated by another individual. He, she or they could be a person or a group who has recently done something special that contributes to the well-being of our city and/or its citizens, or it could be somebody who has had (or currently has) an interesting career or experiences that could be shared with our readers.

The Neighborhood of the Month will highlight a particular neighborhood in our city. I am looking to hear from you as to why your Neighborhood is so special.

Please send an email to community@mattlafatamarketing.com to nominate and explain why a Frisco citizen or a neighborhood should be honored with this monthly recognition.

City of Frisco Related Question of the Week:

Q. Has there ever been any consideration to building public storm shelters in the city of Frisco?

I personally have never seen one in the North Texas area but have seen many of them in Oklahoma. In fact, if I'm not mistaken, Oklahoma City builds safe rooms into all elementary schools and they often double as a library or large classroom.

Outside of that many Oklahoma city's have a number of public storm shelters built around the city and they publish the locations on the city web site.

A. We appreciate your interest in weather safety. In Frisco, commercial buildings such as office and school buildings provide protection within exit hallways, stairwells and restrooms. These areas provide a greater degree of protection due to the fire and building safety standards associated with Frisco's building code. The FISD has detailed predetermined areas within each school to provide the greatest structural protection during a tornado. Preplans are reviewed to determine the best areas for support and evacuation. In residential housing, go to the lowest floor in a small center room, under a stairwell or in an interior hallway with no windows. There are “safe rooms” being marketed for homes that establish an even more structurally sound area in a master closet or similarly sized area. When outside or in a vehicle, seek the closest sturdy building available and move to the areas described above. If no such shelter is close by, move to an open area away from vehicles and trees to avoid being crushed if they are moved. Lie flat on your stomach with your arms over your head to protect from flying debris.

Currently we have 24 outdoor warning sirens and are directly linked to a network of storm spotters and trackers and the National Weather Service. Over the past year we have brought online our new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) that provides us the capability to monitor severe weather as it approaches Frisco. The EOC also has the ability to activate the Outdoor Warning Sirens, utilize the Reverse 9-1-1 City Watch system, and monitor media and internet sources. Trained fire department personnel are available to activate the EOC in unexpected events and in most cases, if not all, when severe weather is forecast for our area, the EOC is prepared and monitoring for potential effects within Frisco and surrounding areas.

As stated on the NOAA website, there is no such thing as guaranteed safety inside a tornado. Prevention and practice before the storm is important. Have a family or business tornado plan in place based on the kind of building you are in and the safety tips listed at the NOAA website. When severe weather has been forecast, always know where you can take shelter in a matter of seconds.

This Day in History – July 5, 1996: First Successful Cloning of a Mammal:

From the History Channel…

On this day in 1996, Dolly the sheep--the first mammal to have been
successfully cloned from an adult cell--is born at the Roslin Institute in Scotland.

Originally code-named "6LL3," the cloned lamb was named after the
buxom singer and actress Dolly Parton. The name was reportedly suggested by one of the stockmen who assisted with her birth, after he learned that the animal was cloned from a mammary cell. The cells had been taken from the udder of a six-year-old ewe and cultured in a lab using microscopic needles, in a method first used in human fertility treatments in the 1970s. After producing a number of normal eggs, scientists implanted them into surrogate ewes; 148 days later one of them gave birth to Dolly.

Dolly's birth was announced publicly in February 1997 to a storm of controversy. On one hand, supporters argued that cloning technology
can lead to crucial advances in medicine, citing the production of
genetically modified animals to be organ donors for humans as well as
"therapeutic" cloning, or the process of cloning embryos in order to collect stem cells for use in the development of treatments for degenerative nerve diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Some scientists also looked at animal cloning as a possible way to preserve endangered species. On the other hand, detractors saw the new cloning technology as potentially unsafe and unethical, especially when it was applied to what many saw as the logical next step: human cloning.

Over the course of her short life, Dolly was mated to a male sheep named David and eventually gave birth to four lambs. In January 2002 she was found to have arthritis in her hind legs, a diagnosis that raised questions about genetic abnormalities that may have been caused in the cloning process. After suffering from a progressive lung
disease, Dolly was put down on February 14, 2003, at the age of six.
Her early death raised more questions about the safety of cloning, both animal and human. Though Ian Wilmut, the lead scientist on the team that produced Dolly, has spoken out publicly against human cloning, its supporters are unlikely to be dissuaded. As for Dolly, the historic sheep was stuffed and is now on display at the National
Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.

July is UV Safety Month:

That long term exposure to the sun can lead to potentially blinding conditions such as cataracts and macular degeneration.

Reflected sunlight -- light that bounces off water or even snow, for example — can be the most dangerous type of UV (ultraviolet) light because it is intensified.

Your eyes can also receive a sun burn known as photokeratitis, which can cause pain, redness and tearing.

UV light sources other than the sun, such as welding lamps or tanning booths can also harm your eyes.

To ensure your eyes are protected, wear sunglasses and a broad-rimmed hat. When selecting sunglasses, make sure they block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays. But don't be deceived by color or cost. The ability to block UV light is not dependent on the darkness of the lens or the price tag.

People of all ages are at risk for damage to their eyes from UV rays, including children. Remember to protect your children’s’ eyes also with sunglasses and a hat.

Visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology for more information

Just a reminder - this newsletter is put together with information from many different sources. You can also view this newsletter and past newsletters in the News section of my web site at www.mattlafatamarketing.com. If you do not receive your emailed newsletter for some reason, please visit www.mattlafatamarketing.com each week as some mail servers block emails that are sent to multiple recipients. Just remember that if you don’t get it by each Friday, you can read it on the web site.

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Homeowner Association Meetings and Other Group Meetings:

If you have an upcoming meeting that you would like a city official at, just to be available to answer any questions, please let us know. If Matt’s schedule permits, he would love to attend.

Answering Questions for Kids and Young Adults:

As you know, communication and sharing information is something that I spend a lot of time doing. I frequently get asked to answer questions for kids and young adults for school projects or leadership programs. Usually the project involves getting these questions answered from somebody in a leadership position, and as a City Council member, I’m always happy to take the time to do this. If your son or daughter ever needs questions answered from a leadership figure for projects of any kind, please feel free to contact me or have them contact me directly.

Alternatively, if your child is interested in learning more about city government and has questions, feel free to contact me.

Finally, if you are looking for a speaker to talk to a group of kids or young adults about city government or Frisco in general, I’m happy to try and schedule something.

All the opinions, endorsements or recommendations in this newsletter are mine alone and they do not necessarily reflect the opinions or views of any organization or group with whom I am affiliated or the individuals who are a part of such organizations and groups.  You should not rely on any statement made in this newsletter as evidenced of how I may act as a member of any organization or group.  Inclusion of news, events and other information in this newsletter does not imply an endorsement; it merely serves as my effort to be of service to the readers.

All About Frisco:

In our continuing efforts to bring information to our great community, we have updated our web site with listings of:

• Frisco Neighborhoods and Homeowner Associations
• Churches and other places of Worship
• Clubs and Organizations
• The Frisco Independent School District and other Schools

Visit www.friscocommunity.com to access this information and I look forward to your feedback. This site will continue to grow and evolve over time.

About Matt Lafata:

Matt Lafata is the proud parent of three children and moved to Frisco from Gloucester, MA in January, 1999. Mr. Lafata has helped build several highly successful businesses for more than 20 years. A long-time business consultant, entrepreneur and human resources professional, he is the Director of Business Development with the Frisco-based HR strategy and technology consulting firm HRchitect (www.HRchitect.com). He is also the founder of several marketing and public relations agencies including The Matt Lafata Marketing Group (www.mattlafatamarketing.com). Previously, Mr. Lafata was an Executive Vice President of a computer software company where he was responsible for corporate development, marketing, sales, product development and more. Mr. Lafata studied finance and business management at Salem State College in Salem, Massachusetts.

Mr. Lafata is involved in numerous organizations throughout Frisco. He is in his 2^nd term as a Frisco City Council member and has been involved in the following…

• Former Deputy Mayor Pro Tem on the Frisco City Council
• Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner
• Graduate of Leadership Frisco
• 2005 recipient of the “21 Leaders of the 21^st Century” by Inside Collin County Business
• Graduate of the Citizen’s Police Academy and a member of the Alumni group
• Youth sports coach
• Past board member for the Frisco Family Services Center
• St. Francis of Assisi Knights of Columbus Member
• Member of the Frisco Heritage Association
• Member of the Frisco Association for the Arts
• Member of the Frisco Community Theatre
• Community Advisory Board member for the Frisco Women’s League
• Board member for the Frisco Square Municipal Management District
• City of Frisco Technology Committee member
• City of Frisco Budget and Audit subcommittee member
• Tax Increment Finance board member
• Wakeland High School PTA Technology/Publicity Committee Chairperson
• Co-Director of the Mrs. Texas United States Pageant
• Honorary Chair for World AIDS Day 2007 in Collin County

Since 2001, Matt and his marketing company have produced this very popular e-newsletter that goes out every week to over 40,000 people and businesses which keeps the Frisco community in touch with local events and businesses.

Earlier this year, Matt became engaged to Erika Howe of Frisco, who also has three children, and they will be getting married in late 2007.

How to “Whitelist” this Frisco Community Newsletter in Your Spam Filter:

With the advent of outrageous volumes of unwanted email these days, of which I get a ton, it's unfortunate that legitimate email publications like this are not being seen by some of the readers who enjoy those publications. There is much fear today that the email publishing/marketing industry is in serious trouble, due to mistakes in filtering when legitimate email is erroneously tagged as unwanted email.

While we applaud the anti-spam industry for removing the plethora of unwanted email from many of our mailboxes, from time to time, some legitimate email publications are mistaken as unwanted.

Sometimes, this results in our mailings bouncing back, with requests for us to respond to challenge/response messages to prevent future filtering. However, due to the size of our list, it's nearly impossible for us handle the volume of such requests.

To that end, please realize that we want our readers to always anticipate and enjoy the valuable information that this community newsletter delivers.

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Dear Friends,

This week’s newsletter is proudly sponsored by Monte Carlo Night 2007. This fantastic event takes place August 4 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church here in Frisco and the limited amount of tickets are going fast! Also check out the spotlight on CrossRoads Winery, located right here in Frisco! It’s a great place to go for a wine tasting or to have your next special event! 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.

I hope that everybody had a safe and fun July 4^th holiday. Frisco Freedom Fest was a huge success and with many cities around us cancelling their 4^th of July festivities, we had a much higher than anticipated crowd as folks from surrounding communities came to see our great fireworks show. Thank you to all of the city staff members and volunteers who worked so hard so that we could all enjoy a great evening. And thank you to all our brave men and women service in our armed forces who make this all possible.

Thank you to everybody who responded to last week’s “Issue of the Week: Teen Curfew – Good Idea or Bad?” I really appreciate everybody’s input. This week’s issue, “Dog Park – Does Frisco Need One?” is now posted in the left hand column. If you have an opinion on this, please write in.

If you have a business, restaurant or a service and are interested in advertising and reaching more than 40,000 individuals and businesses in Frisco and the surrounding areas, please email us at sales@mattlafatamarketing.com for more details on the various options available to you. The newsletter is also included on the web site www.mattlafatamarketing.com and www.frisco-online.com for additional exposure. It’s a great way to promote your business, promote an event at your place of business and is the most cost effective and efficient way to reach a large segment of the Frisco population. You may want to also consider providing a special offer to newsletter readers only.

Newsletter Sponsor – Monte Carlo Night 2007 "An Evening An Evening Under the Stars" August 4th, 2007:

MCN-Frisco presents our 4th annual Monte Carlo Night: An evening of fun, fellowship, and food.  Tickets are on sale now!
Chances to win include:

* A trip for two to Las Vegas

* A ride in a Mig Jet

* A Maurice Lacroix watch from Classique Jewelers

* A gourmet dinner from Quick Cater

Last year over 650 people participated in the event, making it a wonderful evening. Due to space limitations we will sadly have to limit our ticket sales this year. Please don't delay in purchasing your tickets or you may miss out on our silent auction, live entertainment,  "Instant Wine Cellar" raffle,  door raffle prizes,  live auction and wonderful food and drinks. 

Don't forget our gaming! Go all in playing our special Texas Hold'em tournament, double down on our blackjack tables, spin your luck on the roulette wheel or join the crowd cheering for the shooter on our craps tables. Don't want to miss a chance to win our unique and valued prizes as the excitement of Monte Carlo comes to Frisco!  

Tickets are available through the 'Tickets' link on our website (Http://mcn-frisco.org). Tickets are also available at Classique Jewelers on Preston Road. 

We look forward to meeting you and sharing this evening of fun with friends old and new.  
To become a sponsor contact Todd Hogan: toddhogan@tx.rr.com
To donate auction items contact: Anna Tillerson tillyfamily@msn.com .  

Spotlight on CrossRoads Winery:

CrossRoads Winery, a remarkable young boutique winery located in far west Frisco, produces several award winning wines.  Opened for business in January 2005, Winemaker/Owner John Otis has earned numerous Gold and Bronze Medals for his wines. Contests awarding the medals include: The Dallas Morning News International Wine Competition (2005 & 2006), Lone Star International Wine Competition 2006, Grapefest’s People's Choice Tasting Classic 2005, Wines of the South Competition 2005, and The 2nd Annual Wine on the Square competition in Denton TX. Many of the grapes used come from Young, Estes and Hawkins Vineyards. All are excellent Texas wine grape producers.

Mr. Otis gained much of his knowledge about winemaking from working at wineries in Oregon during the past 14 years.  Taking oenology (winemaking) classes at the T.V. Munsun/Grayson County Community College, he learned about the challenges Texas winemakers face that the Oregon winemakers don't. He served as the winemaker at a McKinney winery prior to opening CrossRoads Winery with his wife Monica.

The winery may be in a warehouse district, but once inside the door, you will be pleased with what you see as well as what you drink – very good wines!  Customers can mingle in the gift shop or sit and relax on the sofa or chairs provided, while tasting the wines. 

The tasting bar is IN the winery. Find your favorite wine through the tasting bar, and then buy a glass of your favorite wine!  Sit in the winery, surrounded by 60+ barrels of wine, huge stainless steel tanks, and all the allure the winery has to offer.   Unwind, relax, reconnect, enjoy.  

Our tasting room is open to the public Saturday and Sunday, 1pm - 6pm, for wine tastings (closed major holidays).   Taste a flight of 4 wines for $3.00, a flight of 8 wines for $5.00, or all 11 wines for only $7.00.  We produce 2 Whites and 5 Reds and a very unique White Port.  Other offerings include Big Fire Pinot Gris (Oregon) and 3Clowns Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington).

Note that the winery is available for private parties. Whether you are looking to host a party for 10 or an event for 100, this wonderful facility should be considered as THE place for your next event.  Rental rates begin at just $300.00 for 3 hours. Bring your own food or have it catered.  Call for more details, as the Private Party/Event Calendar fills up quickly.

Wines can be purchased directly from the winery (address below), online at www.crwinery.com, or from the following locations:  Wise Liquors in Rhome TX, Bushwhackers Wine Safari and Wine Squared in Denton, Put a Cork In It in Arlington, The Castle Hills Village Market in Lewisville, as well as The Connoisseur and Mr. G's in Plano. For fine dining, CrossRoads Wines are served at Randy’s Steakhouse in Frisco, TX. 

CrossRoads Winery was recently featured in the PBS TV series “Wine Roads of Texas”. 

CrossRoads Winery, 15222 King Road #301, Frisco, TX 75034. www.crwinery.com or 972-294-4144 for more information.

Open: Saturdays & Sundays 1pm - 6pm for Wine Tastings & Sales. Also available for private parties so call and book your event today!!!

Frisco’s Population:

The estimated residential population is 95,835 as of July 2, 2007.

City of Frisco Transitions from Drought Restrictions to Water Conservation Plan:

The City of Frisco is now in the process of transitioning from Modified Stage 3 Water Restrictions to The City of Frisco Water Conservation Plan, based on the recent actions of the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD).  

The NTMWD lifted its Stage 3 Drought Contingency Plan July 3, 2007, declaring the drought is officially over for the 1.6 million water customers served by the District. The NTMWD recommends Member Cities and customers transition to a conservation plan from mandatory drought restrictions.

The City of Frisco’s Water Conservation Plan is in effect immediately. The City Council previously adopted plan as a way to save water during the historically drier summer months. The water conservation plan is effective from June 1 through September 30 of each year. 

The City of Frisco’s Water Conservation Plan includes these guidelines:

• No outdoor watering between the hours of 5 a.m. and 8 a.m., and between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
• No outdoor watering allowed during rainfall, or temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit
• No excessive watering that allows water runoff to paved areas or other water waste.

Consistent rainfall has allowed area lakes to return, and in most cases, rise above normal elevations.  Despite the recent, abundant rainfall, the City of Frisco encourages citizens to continue to use water wisely.

“Even though the lakes are full, water conservation will always be important”, said Gary Hartwell, Director of the Public Works Department.  “We can’t make water, we can only treat it.”

The NTMWD is also working with Member Cities to make sure a consistent conservation plan is in place throughout the District.

One way the City of Frisco encourages citizens to use water wisely is through the ET Controller Program.  The program offers a one-time, $100 rebate to homeowners who install an ET controller device to work with their existing sprinkler system.  The ET controller must be a model from a list of city-approved devices. 

Call 972-292-5814 for more information about ET controllers and the City’s rebate program.

The City can also help you determine if your sprinkler system is working effectively.  Schedule a free irrigation audit by calling 972-292-5844.

The Difference a Year (and Lots of Rain) Makes

NTMWD relies on three reservoirs to serve customers — Lake Lavon, Lake Jim Chapman/Cooper and Lake Texoma. Lake Lavon’s lowest elevation was in November 2006, when it was more than 17 feet below normal. Lake Lavon did not completely fill back up until May 2007. Lake Texoma is also full, while Lake Jim Chapman/Cooper has gained more than 16 feet and is currently at 91 percent capacity, 1.5 feet below normal. Lake Jim Chapman/Cooper was last full in April 2003.

Water Rights

The State of Texas regulates how much water NTMWD is permitted to draw from its reservoirs. Because of the recent rainfall, there has been low consumer demand for water in recent months, allowing NTMWD to stay within the State’s approved water rights for the remainder of the year. NTMWD is confident it can remain within its allotted water supply even as summer continues.

Long-Term Water Projects

Prior to the drought, several water supply projects were initiated to bring additional supplies to the growing region. These projects, including the East Fork Raw Water Supply Project, Upper Sabine Supply Project and Lower Bois d’Arc Creek Reservoir, will help meet current and future water demands.

Frisco Soccer Association Registration Now Open:

Players must be 4 prior to August 1st. Official birth certificate required for all new players

Games start September 8th

REGISTER ONLINE ANYTIME.  NO LINES, NO WAITING. WWW.FRISCOSOCCER.ORG
 

Walk in registration at the FSA office Saturday, July 14th. Registration also accepted during regular office hours

Regular Registration: June 4- July 14

*Late Registration Period:  July 15 - July 21

(*add $10 per player, online only)

Mailing Address:  Frisco Soccer, PO Box 1479, Frisco, TX  75034

Office Location:  9741 Preston Rd, Suite 303, Frisco 75034

Phone:  972-712-GOAL (4625)

www.friscosoccer.org

American Idol Season 7 Auditions Coming to North Texas:

The auditions will be Monday, August 6 at Texas Stadium. Visit www.myfoxdfw.com for more details.

I thought about auditioning but not sure how I would juggle my already busy schedule if I became an overnight rock star.

Frisco Baseball and Softball Fall 2007 Registration:

Walk-up registration will be Saturday, July 14 from 10am to 3pm at Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Stonebriar Mall.

Online registration will be available through July 14, 2007 at www.fbsa.org.

Registration fee is $50 per child and family/sibling discounts are available. Visit the web site or call 214-537-3272 for more information.

Frisco Special Olympics Volunteers!:

Frisco Special Olympics is looking for volunteers to help with swimming practice on Wednesday evenings from 7 PM to 8 PM at the Frisco Natatorium through the end of August. If you are interested in volunteering your time please contact Tony Deyoe at 214-551-1057 or send him an email at volunteer@friscospecialolympics.org. Thank you for your consideration!

Second Annual Chandler Jackson Youth Foundation Event:

It's time for the Second Annual Chandler Jackson Youth Foundation event at the Frisco Rough Rider Stadium!  This year the event will be held on Saturday, July 14th at 7:00.  It promises to be an exciting game with the Rough Riders playing against the Corpus Christi Hooks.

Last year's event was a real success allowing The CJYF to send 7 underprivileged children to Sky Ranch summer camp! We hope to be able to send even more children to camp this summer and continue to help children in need.

The Chandler Jackson Youth Foundation needs your help!  What can you do?  Tell all of your friends and family members to come join us for a night of family fun!

The Chandler Jackson Youth Foundation hopes you will step up to the plate and hit a home run for underprivileged children and to help celebrate Chandler's life!

If you are unable to attend, you may still sponsor a family or make a donation to the Foundation to help make a difference.

For information on this event please visit the web site at www.chandlersfoundation.org  and go to the "Events" page. Please contact Charmane at char@chandlersfoundation.org or Scott Ruede at 469-667-6290.  As you know the event is coming up very soon, so please contact us today. 

On behalf of Charmane and all the children whose lives will be enriched because of your time and generosity, we thank you!

Southern Style Soiree:

Frisco residents of Color (FROC) is hosting a "Southern Style Soiree" to highlight it's first annual summer membership drive.  The Soiree will be held at the home of FROC's