Dear Friends,
This week’s newsletter is proudly sponsored by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce and their spotlight on the 20th Annual John Weinberg Golf Tournament. Come out and play in this tournament, or simply become a sponsor as it benefits the business community and the community as a whole, and is always a fun 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.
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Although I thought I saw Elvis in Vegas a few weeks ago when I was out there, I am told this week, August 16 to be exact) is the 29th anniversary of his death. Long live the King!
Please remember that school is in session which means school zones all over the city are now active with lower speed limits than normal. Every year around this time I talk about the dangers of people driving too fast, ignoring school zones, going around stopped buses, etc. I continually see people have a complete disregard for the safety of children, many times after dropping off or picking up their own children off at school. Why do people feel their time is any more important, or that they are any more important than the other people waiting in line? Drive slowly, don’t cut in front of others, don’t go around others and when a school bus is stopped to pick up or drop off children, stay far away from it and don’t start driving until they start moving. This is a serious issue, especially with people being distracted with cell phones, other kids in the car, the radio, or whatever. Please just slow down and pay attention to your driving. It only takes a second for a child to dart in front of your car and that one second could change yours, and their life forever.
Lots of great information in this newsletter as always including information on the Gene Autry Festival, Arts Gala Annual Event, Great Steak of Texas, upcoming Frisco Fire and Police Department classes for citizens, library update, community band concert, Frisco Lions Club, neighborhood park planning meetings, upcoming bazaars, mall events, SH 121 construction update, community events, charity events, and so much more. As a result of so much going on, this newsletter is long, so sit back, relax and enjoy.
If you have questions or have any community events, people or groups you want to recognize, fundraising events, or any newsworthy items you would like to see added and shared with more than thirty-three thousand residents and businesses in Frisco and the surrounding areas, please send them to me at matt@mattlafata.com so I may include them. The newsletter goes out each Thursday and I need materials by the end of the day on the preceding Wednesday if you want something to be included.
Spotlight on the 20th Annual John Weinberg Golf Tournament sponsored by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce to be held September 11, 2006:
What is so special about the John Weinberg Golf Tournament?
John Weinberg moved to Frisco in l987 as Manager of TXU and Lone Star Gas. He became involved in numerous community activities, but was especially devoted to the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, having served two terms as Chairman and was the founder of the annual golf tournament. After he was diagnosed with cancer, the Chamber members voted to name the Tournament after him. “He passed away in 2000 and the tradition of the golf tournament has carried on as a tribute,” explains Tony Felker, Interim President of the Frisco Chamber.
What makes this year’s tournament different from past tournaments?
The Chamber of Commerce is the first business in the Frisco community to hold an inaugural event at the prestigious TPC at Craig Ranch open for play since September 16, 2004. TPC Craig Ranch, has chosen to partner up with the Frisco Chamber of Commerce to show their joint support of business advocacy, development, and retention efforts throughout the county by participating in and supporting this event.
Why would a golfer want to play this particular course?
The TPC Craig Ranch (home to many USGA qualifiers, including the U.S. Amateur, U.S. Open Sectional and most recently the Women’s U.S. Open Sectional) is a $43 million private golf facility covering 233 acres and is the first and only PGA Tour-owned and operated tournament player’s club in the State. “The Tom Weiskopf design plays at 7,438 yards from the PGA tees,” explains Bill Hughes, General Manager at TPC. It was built with state of the art construction in mind—with features that are striking, but not dramatic on this par – 72 course.
If you don’t play golf, can you still participate?
“This year’s tournament is geared toward both large and small businesses as well as individuals, who are invited, encouraged, and welcomed to be a part of this year’s exiting event whether they play, contribute as a sponsor, or just come and be a part of the gallery in support of the Chamber or their favorite golfer,” said Terri Green, Attorney and this year’s Tournament Chairman. This tournament will provide players with a rare opportunity to “break the course record, as well as network, interact and socialize with Frisco and the surrounding regions most influential business professionals and city leaders,” Green added.
Can you give me more information on the costs and tee time?
We already have enough players for one flight and are signing up new players daily for the second flight with the flights beginning at 8:00 am. and 1:30. Due to the location of this event and the overwhelming response so far, we anticipate this tournament will sell out at 288 players soon! Sponsorship levels range from $50 to $15,000. A foursome can play on this unique and challenging course for $1,000, with an individual teeing it up for only $250. This entry fee includes two meals, drinks, green fees and a cart, a fantastic player’s gift bag, closest to the pin entry, longest drive entry, putting contest entry, as well as a chance to hit a “hole” in one and drive home a vehicle from John Eagle Lincoln Mercury or Stonebriar Chevrolet.
Who are some of your sponsors?
Titanium Level: Dallas Baptist University-North
Graphite Level: Baylor Medical Center at Frisco, Centennial Medical Center, Logix Communications, Prosper Bank, QwikWash America!, Wise Orthodontics
Steel Level: American Bank of Texas, Capital One, Cirro Energy, CoServ, Frisco Wholesale Lumber, IBB Designs, Legacy Texas Bank, Liberty Glass & Mirror, Medical Center of Plano, Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, Stonebriar Centre, The Haskell Company, TXU Electric Delivery
What other activities will be there?
Jack FM radio will be there with their giant Jackpot machine, handing out prizes and playing music. Currently there are ten tents who will be giving away “adult” drinks and assorted gifts. Also, we will have a Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive and Best Putt contest as well as Nyle Pruitt, a long drive winner, will be there to test your ability to hit the ball further than him! And lastly, a raffle and auction. So, fun for everyone!
WOW, sounds like something I can’t miss… how can I sign up?
Golfers and Sponsors can sign up by contacting either Terri Green, Tournament Chairman, at (214) 727-8587 or Christi Wilson, Frisco Chamber’s Director of Events, at (972) 335-9522 or cwilson@friscochamber.com. We invite you to “tee it up for a great cause” and be “part of the tradition.”
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Pledge of Allegiance:
If you know of a deserving individual or group you would like to recognize by having them lead the Pledge at one of our City Council meetings, please let me know. If you have any kind of youth group, kids who have done something special, adult veterans, volunteers, or just anybody who would like to lead us in the Pledge at one of our meetings, please let me know. Our regular meetings are the first and third Tuesday of each month and the Pledge is at 6:30 p.m.
Special Rate at Hawaiian Falls
Sunday, August 20th is JACK FM Day at Hawaiian Falls in The Colony on Sunday, August 20th. They will be offering a special admission for that day only of $10.03 for adults and $5 for children. Visit www.jackontheweb.com in the coming days to download and print your discounted coupon. Be sure to stop by when Jack is there from 2pm-4pm to play the Jackpot machine and win prizes!
More to Love at Your New Frisco Library:
Have you missed us? Coming soon with more than 2 miles of shelving and 101,600 items on three floors, the new library is located in the George A. Purefoy Municipal Complex in Frisco Square. Please make a note to attend the Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, September 21st for the library and the municipal complex. Our doors are open from 10 am until 7 pm, and we’re excited to welcome you to this beautiful new Frisco landmark.
First Annual Labor Day Party – Looking For Donations:
Westfall Village HOA is proud to announce our 1st Annual Labor Day Neighborhood Party on September 4, 2006. We are looking for companies or organizations in Frisco who would like to donate items for our raffle. Any company who makes a contribution will be given recognition in our HOA newsletter.
Please contact Stacy Herrington at 972) 987-5174 if you are able to provide a donation. We appreciate your support of our community!
The Saint Francis of Assisi Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary 5th annual holiday bazaar is October 28th this year:
Crafters and home-based businesses, we are now taking booth reservations for our 5th annual bazaar.
The front room prices are: $50.00 for one 6x8 space or $95.00 for two
All other rooms are: $45.00 for one 6x8 space or $85.00 for two
Tables are $5.00 apiece for any room. Please call: Mary Lamanno @ 972-712-8941 for reservations and/or information
Vendors Wanted for Holiday Bazaar at Grace Avenue UMC:
The 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Sixty booths are available inside two buildings on the Grace Avenue campus. The Bazaar will be held in conjunction with the last weekend of our pumpkin patch, Pumpkins on the Prairie, and will be well-advertised in the month of October through this newsletter, signage around Frisco, the Frisco Enterprise and other outlets.
If you sell hand-crafted items or have a home-based business and would like to participate, please contact Lisa McDonald at barryandlisamcdonald@comcast.net and you will receive a contract and all the details about the Holiday Bazaar.
(Sorry, we have already accepted vendors selling Mary Kay, Arbonne, Cookie Lee, Homemade Gourmet, Stampin' UP!, Tastefully Simple and Southern Living for this year's Bazaar.)
Crafters needed for Fall Festival - October 28, 2006:
First United Methodist Church Frisco will be having the 2nd annual Fall Festival and craft show on Saturday, October 28, 2006 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fall Festival was a huge success last year. Booths are available for crafters and home-based businesses. If you would like to participate or need more information, please call the church at 972-335-4380 or logon to our website www.friscofumc.org.
Vendors Wanted for Fall Bazaar:
It's still summer, but we're busy planning our annual Fall bazaar. The 2006 Frisco High School drill team's Star Bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 11th from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Frisco High School. With lots of booths and tons of advertising, this will the THE event for fall and holiday! The deadline for early bird registration is Sept. 30th. Booths and categories are limited, we recommend you act quickly! If you are interested, please email Sheri Dyer at starbazaarmom@sbcglobal.net (make sure you put "bazaar" in the subject line, please) and we will forward to you the necessary information. This bazaar benefits the Frisco High School Drill team, the Stars.
Frisco Community Band Hidden Cove Concert:
August 19th, 2006 – 6:45pm – Hidden Cove Park, Frisco
Come join the Frisco Community Band as we celebrate the end of summer with music on the lake! The Concert Band will be performing at Hidden Cove Park at Lake Lewisville on Saturday, August 19th, starting at 6:45pm. Bring the whole family and a picnic and enjoy an evening of delicious food and wonderful music with the Frisco Community Band. The concert is free, but the park charges an entrance fee of $10 per vehicle. The concert is sponsored by JT’s Boat Rentals at Hidden Cove Park.
Karen Strauss, Vice President of Public Relations for the Frisco Community Band, says the band is excited about performing at Hidden Cove Park again and is enjoying a larger audience. “It’s been an awfully hot summer and we’re looking forward to celebrating the end of it with new music, great food and the perfect location.”
The Frisco Community Band was formed in Spring 2004 as a non-profit, all volunteer organization benefiting the City of Frisco and its neighboring communities. The band provides local musicians with the opportunity to expand or continue their experience in the performing arts with the ultimate purpose of making live, symphonic and ensemble music accessible to all segments of the community.
The Frisco Community Band is funded by grants from the Frisco Association of the Arts and Target, also by donations and member dues. All area musicians with at least high school experience are welcome and there are no auditions for the Concert Band. Performances are free to the public.
For more information please visit http://www.friscocommunityband.org. For the location of Hidden Cove Park and JT’s Boat Rentals see http://www.hiddencovepark.com.
Back to School Extravaganza at Strikz Entertainment:
Listen to 97.5 KLAK for information on our upcoming Back to School Extravaganza benefiting Collin County Children’s Advocacy Center held August 26th! Don’t miss this exciting event with giveaways, prizes, specials and more! For more information about the extravaganza or Strikz Entertainment, please contact us at 972-668-LANE (5263) or visit our website at www.strikz.com.
The Gene Autry 99th Birthday Festival:
2006 will mark the 99th Birthday of America's favorite singing Cowboy, Gene Autry. Traditionally, this festival has been held in his hometown of Tioga, Texas. This year the celebration, with an expected attendance of over 30,000, has gotten "too big for Tioga". It will be held October 6, 7, 8 at the world-famous Southfork Ranch in Parker, the site of the TV series “Dallas.”
The Festival opens Friday, October 6th, at 9am with the start of the National Finals of PoloCrosse. At 6pm , the Opening Gala Dinner and Auction will take place. Tickets are $100 and include a meal with concert by Country Hall of Fame member Ray Price, plus dancing featuring Texas Hall of Fame member Gary P. Nunn.
Booth space is available to showcase your items and/or company. Call Hoot Gibson at 214-538-3910 to purchase Gala tickets or booth space, or if you are interested in advertising in the program book.
Special room rates are also available ($69/night) at Southfork Hotel – call (972) 578-8555 (Be sure and mention Gene Autry Festival. Shuttle service provided to Festival for hotel guests)
For more info, email guichntex@yahoo.com . The weekend festivities will feature a broad spectrum of western entertainment for the whole family; details can be found at http://www.geneautryfestival.info/
Proceeds from the Festival will help build a museum to honor Autry through the Tioga Museum & Heritage Association, a tax-exempt 501 C-3.
Once Upon a Time…A Magical Evening Celebrating Arts in Frisco – Frisco Association for the Arts Annual Gala:
Frisco Association of the Arts presents its annual fundraising gala, “Once Upon a Time…A Magical Evening Celebrating Arts in Frisco” on Saturday, September 16, 2006. The black tie event is a dinner, auction and entertainment with a showcase of local arts at The Embassy Suites Frisco. The Frisco Association for the Arts supports more than 15 local arts organizations in Frisco and Collin County. Individual tickets are $125 per person. Advance reservations are required. You can reserve your tickets now by calling 972-668-5180. Sponsorship opportunities for this Magical Evening are also still available by contacting our Gala Chair Tracie Reveal Shipman at: tshipman@friscoarts.org
They are also looking for auction items. Please email Val Maso at vmaso@comcast.net if you have items you wish to offer for the auction.
Cattle. Concerts, Art and Kids in Frisco:
The Great Steak of Texas at Frisco Square announces festival entertainment
WHAT: 3rd Annual Great Steak of Texas at Frisco Square, a 2-day festival celebrating Frisco’s heritage on the Shawnee Trail features a steak cook-off, 5K ‘Running with the Bulls,’ daily cattle drives, Sunday Cowboy Brunch, stage coach rides, beer garden, family area with pony rides and games, “Great Art of Frisco” featuring Artists from around the nation, Rising Star of Texas art display and interactive arts activities for kids. Main stage artists include Uncle Kracker, Bleu Edmondson, and Ray Wylie Hubbard!
Saturday, September 30th from 10am to 11pm and Sunday, October 1st from 10am to 6pm. See www.greatsteakoftexas.com for complete schedule.
TICKETS: $5 per person (children 5 and under FREE). Free Parking
EXPECTED ATTENDANCE: 25,000
WHERE: Frisco Square, Dallas North Tollway at Main Street/FM 720)
Liberty Redhawks (New Frisco High School) Football Team Looking for Inaugural Sponsors:
The LHS RedHawks are led by Coach Joe McBride, former defensive line coach of the State Champions Hebron Hawks. During 2006-2007, the LHS RedHawks will play a Freshman and JV Schedule against 13 area schools, primarily at Pink Stadium just behind Pizza Hut Park, including cross-town rivals Wakeland Wolverines, a game sure to draw a good crowd. Starting in 2007 - 2008, the LHS Redhawks will play a full varsity schedule and potentially several play off games with expected fan attendance of 1,000 - 1,500 and more, especially for the cross-town games against Frisco, Wakeland, and Centennial!
Coach McBride fully intends to re-create the winning tradition that he enjoyed at Hebron here at Liberty High School! You can imagine what that will mean in terms of fan attendance at the games.
Some of the areas we are looking for sponsors in are:
Liberty Redhawks Football Website (under development) :
$125 - 1/4 page ad and listing on web site sponsor page
$250 - 1/2 page ad and listing on web site sponsor page
$500 - whole page ad and listing on web site sponsor page
$750 - whole page ad and listing on web site home page (3 Available)
Seat cushion sponsor: $1000 get an ad on one side with LHS on the other side. Also will get a listing on the web site sponsor page.
Stadium cups: For $500 get your name on one side of the cup, with LHS on the other side.
If you are interested, please give me a call or email pas.kaufman@comcast.net and we can discuss a potential sponsorship!
Scott Kaufman. Secretary
Liberty Redhawks Football Boosters - Phone: 972-359-7011
Blood Drive:
Faithbridge Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Carter Blood Care blood drive Sunday Sept. 3rd from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. We would like to invite anyone who wants to donate to attend the drive. Appointments are encouraged for quicker service, but walk-ins are welcome. Please e-mail dannah.walter@comcast.net to reserve a time.
"Back to School Youth Bash" - August 20, 2:00 - 8:00 p.m.:
First United Methodist Church Youth Group is hosting the "Back to School Youth Bash" on Sunday, August 20th from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Activities include: 70 foot obstacle course, dunk tank, inflatable Twister, and live Christian music. Cost is $5 for all activities, all day. Food will also be available for purchase at $1 a ticket and includes hot dogs, sausage on a stick, and drinks. The church is located at 7659 Preston Road, corner of Preston Road and John Wesley Dr. For information, please call the church office at 972-335-4380.
Frisco Women’s League New Member Social:
Frisco Women’s League will host a new member social at Stonebriar Country Club on September 7, 2006 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
Frisco Noon Lions Club Charter Event:
Saturday, September 30, 2006 from 7-9:30pm at Dave & Buster’s at the Stonebriar Mall
Tickets may be purchased through the Frisco Noon Lions Club for $35 per person. Please contact a club officer to purchase your ticket, TODAY!
President Brandy Griffin 972-335-2487
Secretary Lynn Edmondson 972-335-2487
Treasurer Cheryl Hayes 972-335-7171
Lions Club is revived in Frisco, Texas! Men and women will celebrate the formation of the Frisco Noon Lions Club at the Charter Night celebration. The evening begins with an introduction of special guests. Dinner will be served and presentation of Charter and Charter gifts. We will have music and raffles! Everyone is invited, call today, tickets are limited.
Locally, Lions club activities include collection of eyeglasses for recycling. The Frisco Noon Lions Club plans to become involved in our community by offering aid to those in need of assistance with eyeglasses, diabetes awareness around town and in schools, global awareness projects in our schools, and scholarships. Our motto is “WE SERVE”.
Internationally, the Lions primary activity is assistance to the blind and visually impaired. They are also very involved with many youth initiatives. Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with more that 1.4 million members in more than 188 countries.
Support for your new Lions Club can be shown in many ways: cash donations, advertising in the Charter Night Brochure, purchasing tickets to Charter Night, becoming a member, donating raffle items, and spreading a good word about your local Lions.
www.friscolions.org - 7548 Preston Road #141-219 Frisco, TX 75034
Upcoming City of Frisco Events:
6th Annual
Mother-Son Dance
Saturday, Sept. 16
- Centennial High School
Attention Moms! Enjoy dancing and spending this special time together. Come dressed as your favorite famous duo, including actors, super heroes, musicians, cartoon characters or other celebrities! Refreshments will be served. Tickets are $10 and are available Aug. 19 at Alumni Hall Fitness Center between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. or www.sportspilot.com.
Moms are invited
to bring their sons to this memorable dance and share a special time
together. For more information, please call 972-335-5517.
City Hall/Library Grand Opening Celebration
Thursday, Sept. 21, 5pm - George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, Frisco
Square
The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening Celebration and join the Frisco City Council in offering “congratulations” and “thanks” to City Manager George Purefoy. The Grand Opening Celebration will feature a monument unveiling, public tours and free souvenirs marking the momentous occasion.
Frisco
Storytelling Festival
Friday-Saturday,
October 20-21 - All day event - Frisco Commons - 8000 McKinney Road
The lost art of
storytelling is brought back to life every year with this festival. A
collection of some of the grandest storytellers in the country arrive in
Frisco at this time to regale those in attendance with stories ranging from
the humorous to musical to the outrageous. This is yet another event that
provides tremendous entertainment for people of all ages.
6th Annual Gingerbread House Contest
Nov. 27 to Dec. 2
The holiday season is a time for baking. Join your friends and family in the kitchen and share holiday memories as you begin a new tradition. Santa will take a break from his North Pole duties to be a judge. Registrations cost $10 and will be accepted on a first come , first serve basis at the Alumni Hall Fitness Center, City Hall, Frisco Chamber of Commerce, Frisco Public Library, Senior Center at Frisco Square and from Ashley Blanchard, Special Events Programmer, at ablanchard@friscotexas.gov.
Merry Main Street
December 2 - location is still being discussed and details will follow
2007 Daddy Daughter Dance
Saturday, February 17 at the Frisco Conference Center. Tickets will go on sale most likely in January but watch this newsletter for details.
The Gigster Clinics – for rising performers:
1. Build your band
2. Get your gear
3. Make some news
4. Rock the world!
Want to take your music career to the next level, but don't want to sell out to the commercial star-maker machine? Not sure about how to buy your equipment, run your sound and lights, promote your act, manage a show, or what to do next?
The Gigster Clinic is a half-day seminar designed for you. If you're a serious musician in any pop genre—from rock to hip-hop to punk to emo to funk to grunge to country to Contemporary Christian—this clinic will help you. You can run your own show. You don't have to be a piece of meat for the record companies to exploit (unless you want to be).
The clinic is lead by veteran rocker, songwriter, and business consultant Ryan Michael Galloway. His goal is to give you a five-year jump ahead of your competition. The clinic is an information-packed half-day, with a hands-on workshop in the final hour.
First clinic date: 26 August 2006 – more scheduled this fall. The inaugural session (8/26) has a VERY SPECIAL price that will not be repeated—a steal of a deal.
More information: http://www.GigsterClinics.com, 972-841-0226, or Ryan@RyanRocks.com
Frisco Fire Department Now Accepting Applications for Upcoming Classes!:
Citizen’s Fire Academy – Class #18
The Frisco Fire Department will be hosting the Frisco Citizen’s Fire Academy (CFA) class starting Thursday, September 7th at Fire Station #4. Designed to provide the community with information about the organization and operations of the Frisco Fire Department, the academy is open to persons over the age of 18 who either work or live within the City of Frisco. In addition to classroom education taught by Frisco Fire personnel, CFA participants will also have the opportunity to spend time at Fire Stations and ride along with emergency personnel. Other hands-on activities include going inside a burning building while dressed in bunker gear as well as using powerful rescue tools during an extrication demonstration.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) – Class #9
The Frisco Fire Department is currently taking applications for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class starting Tuesday, September 11th at Fire Station #4. CERT classes instruct citizens about disaster preparedness and how to respond to a disaster or large-scale emergency situation within their communities. The program is open to persons over the age of 18 who either work or live within the City of Frisco. During classes, citizens study an all-risk, all hazards training program including CPR and Basic First Aid training. Once trained, CERT volunteers will be able to provide immediate assistance to victims, organize spontaneous volunteers at a disaster site, and provide critical support including collecting disaster intelligence to professional first responders.
Applications for both classes are available for download at www.friscofire.com or can be picked up at any Frisco Fire Station. Each nine-week program meets one night per week from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. If interested or for more information, contact the Frisco Fire Department at (972) 335-5525 during normal business hours.
Citizen’s Police Academy:
The Frisco Citizens Police Academy (CPA) is an interesting and informative program that educates citizens who live or work in Frisco about our police department and its divisions and practices. Instructors are officers and employees of the Frisco Police Department.
The Frisco CPA meets every Thursday for 11 weeks and includes an optional 12th week training session for the Citizens on Patrol (COPs) program – www.friscocops.org. The CPA is offered twice yearly (one session in the fall and the other in the spring). The program has recently been restructured to involve more hands-on activities, such as actual crime scene processing, hand to hand defensive tactics, pistol shooting, high-risk traffic stops and much more. Although each member is encouraged to take part in the scenarios, participation is optional and any member may choose to be a spectator in any portion of the CPA. The purpose of the CPA is to give our citizens an idea of just a few of the many day-to-day functions in the Frisco Police Department. In order to graduate from the program, participants must not miss more than two classes (not counting the optional firearms class or COPs training).
The next CPA is scheduled to begin Sept. 14, 2006. Classes are held in the training room at the Frisco Police Department, 8750 McKinney Rd.
Once you have completed the CPA curriculum, we hope you will want to become part of the Frisco Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and/or Frisco Citizens on Patrol. Both are active police/community support and educational organizations (visit www.fcpaaa.org for more information).
In order to participate you must fill out an application for the CPA, along with the waiver of liability. If you have any questions, or would like an application, please call (972) 335-5603 ext. 107 or e-mail, gcovington@friscotexas.gov. You may fax your application and waiver to (972) 731-4900. After your application has been reviewed and processed, your name will be placed on a list (applications are processed on a first come basis). Applicants will receive letters in August about the status of their application and additional class information.
Since the class size is limited to 20 participants, we encourage early enrollment. Once again, thank you for your interest.
DBU-North - Frisco’s Premier University for Adult and Graduate Education:
On Tuesday, September 1, at 5:45 p.m. Dallas Baptist University will be hosting a free Information Session at DBU-North for adults interested in completing a degree. The information session will involve a discussion on DBU’s master’s degrees as well as detailed information on how an adult can gain up to 30 hours of college credit towards a bachelor’s degree based on knowledge gained from life and work experience. You can earn an entire bachelor’s degree in Communication, Psychology, Business Administration, and Management, as well as, a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts in Management, Master of Education, and Master of Education in School Counseling at DBU-North in Frisco. The information session will be held at DBU-North’s new regional academic center located right here in Frisco at the corner of Warren and Internet in Hall Office Park (3211 Internet Blvd, Suite 100, Frisco, TX 75034). If you have any questions or would like to reserve a seat please contact DBU-North at (214) 333-5777 or dbunorth@dbu.edu. For more information about the new Frisco location go to: http://www.dbu.edu/dbunorth
Gary Burns Frisco Fun Run at Hall Office Park, October 28:
The 5K Run will be followed by a 1 mile walk where strollers, children, leisure walkers and anyone who wants to participate is welcome (registration required). There will be food and entertainment for all ages. Refreshments will be provided. Local celebrities and dignitaries will be on hand to show their support of the Frisco Fun Run. The event is named after Frisco Assistant Fire Chief Gary Burns who passed away in September of 1999. His life and work continues through the Gary Burns Scholarship Fund. This is the Frisco Education Foundations main funding source for the scholarships awarded to graduating seniors in the Frisco Independent School District. Sponsorship opportunities available. Contact Allison Miller, Director, Frisco Education Foundation at (469) 633-6860 or millera@Friscoisd.org for more information.
Heart Day on the Lake 2006:
Please join us for the 2nd annual Heart Day on The Lake! All proceeds raised from this event go directly towards congenital heart defect research for children. CHDs are currently the leading cause of death within the first year of life and are the most common birth defect. 40,000 children will be born this year with a heart defect - many of those will be right here in the DFW metroplex. The money raised last year has already supported research that could make an impact on any child who must undergo open heart surgery. As parents who lost their child to a CHD, we were shocked to learn about the lack of funding available for research. We need your help to make a difference!
Heart Day on the Lake 2006 will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2006 from 4pm - 8pm. Again this year, the event will be held on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Lewisville at Cottonwood Creek Marina. We'll enjoy a live performance by Texas' own Jon Christopher Davis as well as a silent auction and a raffle. Activities include the huge Titanic Slide, a pirate ship jumphouse, rock climbing, face painting and more! Enjoy barbecue by Randy White's BBQ as well as various drinks. All activities and Randy White's BBQ is included in the ticket price. Adult tickets are just $12 in advance and $17 at the door. Children's tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Ticket sales will be made available online soon as well as a couple of retail locations (locations will be announced shortly.)
Please come out and enjoy the family fun while supporting a great cause. We are also still in need of donations for the silent auction. Also this year we are accepting monetary donations in memory of loved ones or in honor of survivors. (These donations will be listed on the event program as well as the event website.) We will have a display of heart kids (both survivors and those who have passed on), if you would like a family member's picture included please contact us. We would be honored to include your family member as we remember those who have passed on and those who inspire us to keep the hope alive. For more information please check out the event website at www.hope4tinyhearts.com or email Michelle@powerhousedesigns.com. We hope to see you there!!
The Brent Woodall Foundation's Walkabout for Autism 2006 - You Can Make a World of Difference:
September 9, 2006 from 8am to 2pm – Andrew Brown Jr. Community Park East in
Coppell
8am - registration
9am - walk start time
Come out to Andrew Brown Jr. Park to help raise money for families of children with autism.
The walk is dedicated to families and children with autism throughout the U.S. and all around the world who struggle each day to help their children reach their full potential. The Brent Woodall Foundation for Exceptional Children seeks to empower parents of autistic children through education, training, and support services.
Registration begins at 8 am for all participants who have not pre-registered. You can pre-register at the Coppell Family YMCA on Saturday, August 19th and September 2nd from 12-2pm or Starbucks (Denton Tap and Sandy Lake Road in Coppell) on September 2nd from 7-9am. Music and entertainment will be provided by 96.7 The Texas Twister. There will also be a bounce house for the kids. The walk will be along a five mile trail; however, there will be stations along the way with water and snacks as well as several short cuts for those who are unable or do not wish to walk the full five miles. Immediately following the walk, join friends and family for refreshments. We will be raffling off great prizes including tickets to see the Dallas Mavericks and the Texas Rangers, a one night get-away for two to the Marriot at Legacy and at the new W Hotel in Dallas and much more. All participants will receive a t-shirt at the event. There will be gift bags, fruit, and water at the finish, as well as, an opportunity to learn more about the Brent Woodall Foundation, which gives hope to parents of children with autism.
A minimum donation of $25 for adults and $10 for children is requested at the time of registration. REGISTER NOW! The first 50 people to register will receive a free Brent Woodall Foundation tote bag!
In addition to attending the Walkabout for Autism, we are asking participants to set a monetary goal and ask their friends and family to sponsor you. Once registered, you can get the sponsorship form on our website. Please fill out the top of the form and send it to your friends and family who might want to support you in making a difference in the lives of children with autism. When donations are made in your name, we will send you a confirmation email, so you know when you reach your goal.
If you are interested in sponsoring this event or donating supplies or services please contact us at development@woodallkids.org or 1-800-209-9776.
We would love it if you could come out and support us as we work to improve the lives of children with autism in the U.S. and all over the world!
The Brent Woodall Foundation for Exceptional Children
106 Denton Tap Road, Suite 210-333, Coppell , TX75019
1-800-209-9776 - www.woodallkids.org
“Stars of Texas Salute” Gala:
October 21, 2006 - Dallas-Addison Marriott Quorum Hotel - 6:30 p.m.
The Dallas Mayor’s Committee for the Employment of People with Disabilities is hosting the 24th annual “Stars of Texas Salute” Gala on October 21, 2006 at the Dallas-Addison Marriott Quorum Hotel in Dallas. The event is an awards dinner that honors individuals and companies in the community who have made a positive contribution to the awareness, accessibility and general well being of those with disabilities.
In addition to the awards, fabulous cuisine and the generosity of our sponsors and the Dallas-Addison Marriott Quorum Hotel, the Gala has always been a very upbeat and memorable evening that allowed people to come together for a common cause. The heartfelt event celebrates the strength of the human spirit and those who recognize that spirit.
Please help us by sponsoring the 24th annual “Stars of Texas Salute” that benefits our scholarship fund and helps many deserving people with disabilities with their education.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and your gift to help with our 24th “Stars of Texas Salute”. Many sponsorship opportunities exist. For more information, please contact:
Carolyn Hrncir, Sponsorship Chair - 214-235-2449 - carolyn.hrncir@xspedius.com
The North Texas Baseball Alliance (NTBA) 10U Spring 2006 Season CHAMPIONS…:
…would like
to invite you to their Fall 2006 tryouts. The Texas Senators play competitive
league & tournament baseball in the North Dallas area. We are looking to
improve our roster and continue to develop our talented group of players.
Candidates must have a good understanding of the game, consider themselves
above average and are ready to play competitive baseball. Players will be
selected on their skill level, positive attitude, determination and love of
the game. Individual tryouts will be available, by request if you are unable
to make it to group tryouts. For more information, or to request a try out
contact the Team Manager at 214-546-4723, email
teammanager@texassenators.org
Upcoming Neighborhood Park Planning Meeting:
The Frisco Parks & Recreation Department invites all interested parties to attend the second round of public planning meetings for two new neighborhood parks. The initial public meeting took place in July. The purpose of this follow up meeting is to discuss the potential concepts of the park projects.
Each of these meetings will take place in the Council Chambers on the First Floor at Frisco’s new City Hall, located at 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
The schedule of meetings is as follows:
8/24: Foncine Settlement at 6:30-7:30pm; Tuscany Meadows at 7:45-8:45pm
8/31: Vivian Stark McCallum at 6:30-7:30pm; Coyote Crossing at 7:45-8:45pm
For more information, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 972-335-5517.
Volunteers Needed at Plano Balloon Festival:
Crossroads Family Services (formally Family Services Plano) needs Volunteers to assist with parking at the Plano Balloon Festival on September 23, 2006. As a volunteer, you will be assisting in parking lot functions. A percentage of the collected proceeds will go to Crossroads Family Services. In order to volunteer you need to be at least 18 years of age. In return for your time, you will receive a 3 day parking pass and a T-shirt for the event. For more details, please contact Tierney Telese at 972-712-0193.
"Best of Frisco" Survey Sponsored by Frisco-OnLine:
Frisco-OnLine.com is proud to present its very first "Best of Frisco" Survey! Frisco-OnLine.com along with its members are very excited to be awarding 10 Frisco Area Restaurants with the "Best of Frisco" awards but we need your help voting. Log on to www.Frisco-OnLine.com to participate in the survey and choose your favorite restaurants and be a part of this great honor.
Frisco Area Restaurants will be rated in ten separate categories. Voting will take place from August 17th - 25th and winners will be announced on www.Frisco-OnLine.com. An award will be presented to one winner in each category. Join the fun...Log on now!!!
Upcoming Events at Stonebriar Mall:
Through Thursday, August 24 - Bearemy’s FunQuest Sweepstakes
Build-A-Bear Workshop (Lower level near Sears)
Guests can come to Build-A-Bear Workshop to decode a game piece and win a pawsome prize! Grand prize is a furbulous Mayan Adventure and stay at Iberostar’s Paraiso Maya resort in Mexico! First prize is a classroom adventure presentation from National Geographic Kids magazine. Other prizes include a Build-A-Party cele-bear-ation, furry friends, and more. Everyone’s a winner!
Saturday, August 19 - Take a Friend Home Pet Adoption Center
Lower Level Foley’s Wing
Shoppers can visit the Reliant Energy Pet Adoption Center from Noon to 4pm to play with and take home dogs and cats from the North Texas SPCA.
Saturday, August 26 – Build-A-Bear Workshop Casting Call Event
Lower Level Macy’s Wing
Build-A-Bear is currently working with the producers of the Shiloh movie series as they create their newest screen version of the Alice book series, written by Newberry award winning author Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. As part of this partnership, BABW has the opportunity to offer casting calls for a speaking role in the film. From 11am to 3pm, children can audition for a chance to win a role in a film based on the popular Alice book series.
Limited Chances Left to See FC Dallas This Year:
Saturday Sept. 2nd FC Dallas will play host to in-state rival Houston Dynamo. This game will feature the top two teams in the Western Conference and the return of “El Capitan”, the 1800’s style canon that is fired every time FC Dallas scores a goal against Houston.
Family 4 packs are available for the game on Sept. 2nd starting at $57. Each pack includes 4 tickets, 4 personal pizzas, 4 sodas and a parking pass. This deal can’t be beat.
Wednesday Sept. 13th FC Dallas will face Chivas USA on Hispanic Heritage Night. Chivas USA is the sister club to Chivas Guadalajara, one of the best and most popular soccer clubs in Mexico. This event will be well attended by the Hispanic soccer faithful in full regalia. Costumes, drums, noise makers and painted faces will be seen throughout the crowd and make the atmosphere one that can’t be matched. Group tickets start as low as $9 a person.
September 23rd, another Saturday game, FC Dallas plays against Real Salt Lake on Minyards Soccer Ball Night. The first 5,000 kids through the gates will receive a regulation size FC Dallas logo soccer ball.
Saturday Oct. 7th will be the final game of the regular season versus the 2005 MLS Champion LA Galaxy featuring Landon Donovan from the US National Team. This game will have direct impact on the post season with rankings on the line. Come see the Hoops before the playoffs begin.