Dear Friends,
Welcome to the Frisco community newsletter, as presented by Matt Lafata. This week’s newsletter is sponsored by Trinity ID Graphic Design Company. This local and award winning design company has a special offer for newsletter readers that I hope you take advantage of before it expires. Also check out the spotlight on Invinc-A-Kid, which is a web-based Academy & Store devoted to protecting families from on-line and off-line predators. It’s a great concept and they have some special offers for newsletter readers that you don’t want to miss. Also check out the special offers that Face & Body Day Spa has included for newsletter readers a little further down in the newsletter. They have some great specials just in time for holiday shopping! 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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Don’t forget that this weekend in Frisco Square will be two special events. On Saturday, the outdoor movie will be Grinch starting around 6pm. On Sunday, there will be a 50 foot outdoor inner-tubing snow slide. Don’t miss out on this! Visit www.friscosquare.com for more information.
Don’t miss the 2nd Annual Carols by Candlelight this weekend. See their information a little further down in the newsletter.
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Spotlight on…Invinc-A-Kid:
This interview was conducted with Nara King, owner of Invinc-A-Kid…
Nara, tell us about your business and what makes it unique?
If you ever lost a child, even for a moment, you know the feeling. In light of skyrocketing predator crimes, do you worry about the safety of our children, do you wish there was a magic wand to find the lost before they became missing? Now there is! At Invinc-A-Kid we believe there are 3 solutions to prevention of predator crimes: Legislation, Education, and Technology. This complex approach & passionate child advocacy sets us apart from other on-line merchants. We educate parents both on-line and off, first. Then we equip with state-of-the-art family protection technology.
1. Legislation. YES, YOU CAN DO SOMETHING NOW to help Texas pass Jessica’s Law, the toughest anti-predator law passed in 19 U.S. States. Sign this Petition on Texas Lt. Governor David Dewhurst’s website, and in only 30 seconds, ensure a safer future for TX kids generations to come.
2. Education. In our Academy find the latest information, emergency contact numbers, safety/survival tips & supply lists, internet filters for parents, safe web resources for kids, track predators in your area, or meet our affiliates. Sign up for Newsletter to stay up-to-date on laws, the up & coming technology, store specials or safety events. Log on to NEW Parent Forum to voice your concerns & strategize the national campaign against child predators.
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Nara, that is fantastic. With all the children in Frisco and the surrounding communities, this is certainly something that is needed. On that note, everybody loves a special. Any special offers for our Newsletter readers, Nara?
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Thanks Nara. Plenty of great offers. Ok, anything else our readers should know about you?
Besides children, our tracking/locating or self-defense devices come handy in protecting college kids, women who work alone or late hours, caregivers of special need children or elderly parents, businesses with security needs, ect. We are affiliated with AlarmWear installing personal alarms in children’s clothing, Kid’s LifeLock preventing child ID theft, KidSmart Medic Alert for 24 hour emergency access, Home Security Store for full line of security products, Alarm Relay for $8.95/mo alarm monitoring, and others.
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Enter Today to be the next Mrs. Frisco: 6
2006 Annual New Year’s Eve Family Festival at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Frisco: 7
Genesis Metro Church Christmas Eve Services: 7
Frisco Baseball and Softball Association (FBSA) Spring Registration Now Open: 7
Bonnie Ruth’s Café Trottoir et Patisserie at the Shops at Starwood: 7
Boy Scout Annual Christmas Tree Sale: 8
Tornado Talk…by Junior Reporter, Kaleigh Lafata: 8
Carols by Candlelight – A New Old Family Christmas Tradition: 8
Face & Body Day Spa – Special Offer for Newsletter Readers: 10
Crossroads Family Services Looking For Volunteers: 10
The Last Affordable Habit That Won’t Get You Arrested… coffee J: 11
Preston Trail Community Church is hosting a Women's Christmas Brunch & Market: 12
Texas Tornado Upcoming Home Games: 12
Texas Tornado Holiday 6-Pack Stocking Stuffer: 13
Feb 2nd Second Annual Mardi Gras Frisco 2007 and Reverse Raffle: 13
Collin County Songwriters Association News and Recommendations: 13
Family Hope Seeks Host Families for Visiting UKRAINIAN Orphans: 14
Blake, Bryans and Fish to Headline Tennis Event Here in Frisco: 14
Tornado and UPS team up for Toys for Tots: 15
Frisco Chorale presents…Positively Christmas: 16
"The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge": 16
The Frisco Area Children’s Theater Announces Acting Classes Starting in January: 17
Keller Williams Pictures with Santa: 17
Frisco Public Library to Hold Kick-off Celebration for new Patron and Community Service: 18
North Texas Baseball Alliance: 19
HO HO HOT on Frisco-OnLine.com: 20
Plano Symphony Orchestra Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream - The Music of Shakespeare”: 21
Newcomer Friends of Greater Plano – Upcoming Events: 22
Cooper Aerobic Center's Cindy Kleckner - Lose weight with simple changes: 23
Animal Control Offers Tips to Help Keep Families, Pets Safe from Wildlife: 23
FISD Opening Three New Elementary Schools and a Middle School in 2007: 26
Frisco Chamber Hires President/CEO: 26
LandPlan Announces New Medical Building: 27
Docucorp International and Skywire Software Enter into a Definitive Merger Agreement: 28
And the Thunder Rolls!!! Team Makes Formal Introduction of Colors, Logo, and Name: 29
Steve Morrow named FC Dallas head coach: 30
Visionary Hunt Succumbs to Cancer: 31
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The past two weeks have been busy as usual with lots of excitement in the air as the holiday season is upon us.
Merry Main Street in Frisco Square back on December 2 was a huge hit. Lots of people converged on the square, even though cold temperatures were setting in. Since I live in Frisco Square, we had an open house and had lots of people come and go. It was fun to watch all the festivities, including the snow blowing machines from the balcony.
That Monday, December 4, we had a holiday dinner party with seven other couples at josephine’s wine bar & bistro. If you haven’t yet been to this place at the Shops at Starwood (SW corner of Tollway and Lebanon), you are missing out. The place is beautiful inside, the service is friendly, and the food and wine are both great. If you go, mention this newsletter as there was a special offer in last week’s newsletter. You will get 20% off your food bill between now and December 30. We had a great time visiting with friends; their private wine/dining room is great for small parties.
The next night was my City Council meeting which I had to leave early to see my son’s first band concert. The Wester band sounded really good in their first big performance together.
On Thursday, December 7, we went to the Hard Rock Café in Dallas for Erika’s company holiday party. Entertainment was provided by the Russ Martin Show Band from Live 105.3 Free FM, and we thought they did a great job.
The Holiday Salute to Veterans on December 9 was really something. I hope you had a chance to attend and see not only the flyover by the four F-16’s but also the parachuting Elves and Santa. The band sounded great as well. Lots of really cool stuff.
The next day, Sunday, we went to a holiday open house at some friends of ours. We took all the kids and had a great time. It was great to see some people we hadn’t seen in a while from church.
Monday evening we stopped in at Bonnie Ruth’s (Shops at Starwood) for a couple of drinks and really enjoyed the short time we were there. So much so that I went back for lunch on Wednesday and Erika and I will be going back for dinner real soon. If you haven’t had a chance to try this place, you are in for a real treat!
Tuesday, December 12, was a particularly busy day with seven different events scheduled, outside of work! In the morning, we attended the annual Frisco Developers Council appreciation breakfast that they put on for the city staff at City Hall. We were also invited to the Collin County Association of Realtors breakfast at the same time but couldn’t make both as I had a work conference call that I wouldn’t have been able to make it back in time for.
That afternoon, there was an appreciation lunch at La Hacienda for our trash and recycling drivers. I hadn’t been to La Hacienda for a while and the fajitas were yummy! We then had to dash back to City Hall as Champion Waste was having an appreciation lunch for the city staff catered by Rudy’s BBQ (which is coming soon to Frisco.) The city staff sure was eating well that day.
Then, to top it off, we had three different events that night! First was the EDC (Economic Development Corporation) annual holiday party at Hall Office Park. Then we dashed off to Dave & Buster’s as FC Dallas held their “Kicks for Kids” event. Then Erika and I headed to Terilli’s for the Frisco Residents of Color (FROC) first annual holiday mixer and open house. We had a great time and made some new friends.
On Wednesday we took all the kids to Texas Land & Cattle to celebrate one of their birthdays. We had great service and everybody enjoyed themselves.
Thursday night was the official grand opening of our new Police station. What a beautiful and well deserved facility. Thank you voters of Frisco for approving the bonds a few years ago that allowed us to build this much needed facility.
Erika and I are now in our seventh week of training with Tony, our personal trainer, and it continues to go great. You will be hearing more about Tony and his business in the very near future.
Have a great weekend and I’ll talk with you again soon!
As wives and moms, sometimes we get so busy with the day-to-day activities of life that we forget to do something for ourselves. 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 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 next May in Frisco! The state winner gets an all-expense paid trip to compete at the televised Mrs. United States® competition next summer in Las Vegas.
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 and one-page biography form. Contestant interviews will be held Saturday, January 20th, in Frisco, 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.
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 January 7th.
This is going to be an incredible family event that will sell out fast so call and make your reservations right away and enjoy New Year’s Eve at this beautiful hotel. Kids and adults alike will come away with a memory you won’t soon forget…
* Beautiful two-room suite
* International Buffet Dinner
* Activities for kids of all ages: Bounce house, face painting, balloon artists, wax hands, dance revolution
* Disc Jockey, karaoke and dancing
* Family souvenir photo
* Free movie in your suite
* Dessert Extravaganza at midnight as you watch the Embassy Lighted Ball descent from the 14th floor in the Atrium
* Cooked to order breakfast buffet the next morning
* Late checkout
* Free Parking
All centered around the family – $349.00 per suite for two adults and two children. Extra adult price $59.00, extra child $10.00. Prices do not include applicable taxes.
Join us Sunday, Dec. 24 at 10:45 am at Pink Elementary School for the Genesis Metro Church Family Christmas Eve Service. We’ll have a reading of the Christmas story and sing your favorite Christmas carols. Bring your entire family! We look forward to seeing you. Check out www.genesismetro.com for details.
Frisco Baseball and Softball Association is pleased to announce that our Spring 2007 Registration is now open. Please visit our website at www.fbsa.org to register.
I’ve been to this place a couple of times and it is fantastic. The food, drinks and service are all great. They will be spotlighted in next week’s newsletter so you can learn more about them and their big party they have planned for New Year’s Eve…
Frisco meets France. Bonnie Ruth’s Café Trottoir et Patisserie has opened at the Shops at Starwood. The restaurant is operated by chef-owner Bonnie Ruth Ianace and her husband Ernie. They have a full bar, $3 martinis at Happy Hour. Ask for Craig – the bartender. He has several signature cocktails … try his Cosmopolitan, Wedding Cake or Cantaloupe Martinis! The restaurant also offers a full lunch, dinner and brunch menu. Steak frite, gourmet pizzas, duck confit, homemade soups and tasty salads are just a few of the items on the menu. They are also planning a big party for New Year’s Eve! www.bonnieruths.com
Troop 51 is sponsoring a Christmas Tree Lot to raise money to send scouts to Summer Camp.
The Tree Lot is located on the front lawn of First United Methodist Church, located at 7659 Preston Road in Frisco (across from Kroger’s and Sonic). We are open weeknights from 5-9pm and Saturdays from 9am-9pm and Sundays from 12 noon until 8pm. All trees are fresh cut and range in height from 6’-12’. We offer Scotch Pines, Douglas Firs and Frasier Firs for sale at the best prices in town. If you have any questions you may call Scoutmaster Dave Simmers at 972-335-1426.
Thank you for supporting Scouts from Troop 51 in Frisco. Happy Holidays!
This past Saturday night the Texas Tornado achieved a three-game SWEEP over the last place Alaska Avalanche. Now the Tornado are closer than ever, being only 6 points out of first. They showed a tremendous amount of effort and it paid off big time.
The Saturday game was won in a shootout. First period, the Tornado struck 8 minutes in, to claim the 1st goal in the match. Alaska scored 3 minutes later to end the period 1-1. Now it was really game time. The second & third periods were exactly the same. Tornado scored first, then Alaska followed. In the 2nd, rookie Mike Cifelli scored and 3 minutes later Alaska scored. In the 3rd period, the Tornado should have won it early when they made the score 3-2. But, with 42 seconds left, the game was put into overtime, by Alaska making it 3-3. No luck in overtime, so the game came down to a shoot out. Well, luckily we won it. Justin King, Sean Roadhouse and John Bullis scored while Alaska only scored once against Thomas Tragust. The shots on goal were 60-37, as the Tornado dominated.
The Tornado play tomorrow, Friday night vs. the Wichita Falls wildcats. After the game, it is skate with the Tornado and Santa. Don’t miss it!
That’s all for this week! Have a good weekend!
Pastor Glenn and Robyn Feehan and TrueNORTH Church Frisco are again hosting the 2nd Annual “Carols By Candlelight” - a new family tradition here in North Texas. This year’s event is once again held at the beautiful Frisco Commons Park, at the Amphitheatre near the pond. Saturday Night December 16th – 6:00 thru 7:15 PM (ish).
Glenn and Robyn, being born in New Zealand came to the USA from their home in Sydney Australia, have carried the vision for such an event ever since arriving in America.
This year’s “Carols” event will be approximately 70 minutes long. Well known Carols will be played mostly in a community sing-a-long style with lyrics being projected on a screen. Some solo tunes will be featured with guest artist Kate Miner covering some of that area of the event. The Christmas story will be narrated thru-out the event in small 2 minute grabs. Candles will be supplied. It is not likely to be a warm night so dress warm, bring the kids, a blanket and maybe a thermos flask to keep the vocal cords from chilling!
TrueNORTH will supply free Hot Chocolate for as long as supplies last.
Carols By Candlelight evening is normally a way of raising funds for a charity. As the event gathers momentum TrueNORTH plans to take the event to a new level each year, progressing to inviting other churches, performance groups and artists to be involved and begin to find a Texas charity to support as the event grows. Who knows perhaps one day this will grow into a large televised event as it has in both Australia and New Zealand.
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
Small World is a Frisco based charitable organization. The Angel Program started 10 years ago with one teacher in Frisco ISD. We have approximately 1,500 angels this year. If you are interested in adopting an angel or volunteering, please contact Denise Wharton at 972-743-0433 or email at whartond@friscoisd.org
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.
Are you searching for the perfect holiday gift? Gift certificates and retail therapy from Face & Body Day Spa-Frisco are the answer! Please visit www.FaceandBodySpas.com and purchase online or call 972-668-6108 to purchase over the telephone. This relaxation spa provides memorable experiences for those who need and deserve the benefits of luxurious, results-oriented services. Gift certificates may be purchased for day or half day packages or individual services. My personal favorite type of gift certificate is for a dollar amount to be used as you please. This allows the recipient to choose whatever they like and come back for multiple visits.
Readers of this newsletter can take advantage of special gift with purchase offers. Purchase a gift certificate between $125 and $249 and receive a complimentary Lavender Bliss manicure ($30 value). Spend more than $250 and receive a complimentary Lavender Bliss manicure and pedicure ($75 value). This exclusive offer is available until December 24th.
Take time to browse the outstanding retail selection of loungewear, home fragrance, and lotions. Put together the ultimate bath experience with bubbles, lotion, and candles. Gift baskets are complimentary when 3 or more items are purchased. Newsletter readers will receive a 20% discount on items from our winter transformation gift collection.
Crossroads Family Services is looking for individuals who are available to assist victims of family violence in Collin County as volunteers with the Crisis Response Team. Once trained, volunteers go out in teams of two to provide ON SCENE crisis intervention (police officers will be on site), assist in locating family violence shelters, and provide information on how to get protective orders and assistance with Crime Victims’ Compensation. Opportunities are also available for ON-CALL Coordinators – these volunteers are responsible for dispatching the on-site volunteers and may volunteer from home. Requirements: 21 year age minimum. For information on how to become a Crisis Response Team volunteer, please call 972-578-2802 or visit www.crossroadsfamilyservices.org.
What: Hector Guzman and your Symphony Orchestra bring y`ou a new program sure to delight the entire family. Enjoy a musical version of “Scrooge” as the famed character takes you on a journey of musical Christmas’s past, present and future. The performance also features Broadway star Laurie Gayle Stephenson, soprano, who has performed in Phantom, The Secret Garden and others. Enjoy one of Broadway’s leading ladies in a joyous holiday celebration.
Guest Artist: Laurie Gayle Stephenson made her Broadway debut in the Tony award -winning The Secret Garden where she performed the role of Lily. She starred for two years on Broadway as Christine Daae in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom Of The Opera, and made her debut as Christine in Phantom with the first national touring company at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Laurie was an original cast member of The Music Of Andrew Lloyd Webber In Concert. She toured the U.S. singing opposite Michael Crawford and made her debut in London’s West End at the Palladium with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Most recently Laurie performed An Evening Of Andrew Lloyd Webber In Concert at The Hummingbird Theatre in Toronto, as well as The Kennedy Center where she has also performed with Marvin Hamlisch and the National Symphony Orchestra in A Tribute To Richard Rodgers. Laurie is very proud to have been part of Stephen Sondheim’s 75th Birthday Celebration Concert at The New Amsterdam Theatre. Laurie had the honor of performing highlights of Phantom of the Opera in concert with the late Skitch Henderson and the New Haven symphony, and she was one of four Broadway stars chosen to perform with the Bolshoi Symphony in Moscow.
Program: Enjoy classic holiday favorites such as Deck the Halls, My Favorite Things, We Need a Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, and I’ll Be Home for Christmas with soprano Laurie Gayle Stephenson, plus orchestral holiday arrangements and a traditional sing-along.
Saturday, December 16 –7:00 PM at Centennial High School, 6901 Coit Road.
Tickets: To order, call the Plano Symphony Orchestra Ticket Office at 972-473-7262. Reserved Seating tickets: $9-$29. Student tickets $8. All tickets $2 more at the door.
Need a great gift for a special occasion…or no occasion at all?! It’s A Grind Coffee House offers gifts and goodies for those on your shopping list. Gift cards, freshly roasted whole bean coffee, decorative mugs, French press coffee makers and edible delights are sure to please. You can choose from a selection of pre-assembled gift baskets or choose everything that goes in it.
Gifts of coffee and tea are the perfect way to say Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Thank You, Get Well, Happy Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Happy Fathers Day, Happy Mothers Day, Anniversaries, Weddings or Good Riddance. Also great for Corporate gift giving.
Don’t forget the teachers! We have the perfect “Teacher’s Rule” mug. We can add a gift card or whole bean coffee…and some pretty ribbon, to create an adorable present your child will be proud to deliver.
Let It’s A Grind Coffee House cater your next meeting or event by providing coffee, warm breakfast sandwiches, muffins, assorted pastries or dessert.
Located at Lebanon Road and the North Dallas Tollway in The Shops at Starwood. Open Sun – Thurs. 6 am – 9 pm and 6 am to 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. 972.782.2527 FREE WI-FI all the time.
The event will be held at The Tribute Golf Club in The Colony on Saturday December 16th from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
This year's event will include a hot breakfast of green eggs and ham, music, video and a special message from our Women's Director, Carla Moss. We will focus on the chaotic nature of society's holiday and how to enjoy peace and tranquility with your family during the season. Our theme, How Our Culture Stole Christmas. Tickets are $15 and available by sending a check to Preston Trail Community Church Women's Christmas Brunch, PO Box 490 Frisco, TX 75034.
Do you sell a Product or Service?
This is a great opportunity to promote your business, sell your wares and services, network with like-minded professionals and meet lots and lots of potential clients, all in the inspiring, comfortable and invigorating environment that is part of our ministry.
If you are interested in renting a booth, please download, read and complete the application which is available at our website www.prestontrail.org/family/women-christmas.htm or you can send an email to info@prestontrail.org and we will mail you a vendor application. All details to reserve your space (dimensions, fees, and terms) are provided in this document.
Friday, December 15 vs. Wichita Falls Wildcats, 7:30pm - It is another battle with the Wichita Falls Wildcats in a pre-Christmas showdown. It is the annual Skate with the Tornado and Santa following the game. All fans, young and old, are encouraged to bring their skates to the game and afterward, skate with all the Tornado players and Santa. If fans need to rent skates, skate rental is $3.00 at the front desk at the Dr Pepper StarCenter in Frisco.
Friday, December 29 vs. Wichita Falls Wildcats, 7:30pm - A pre-New Year's battle against the 'Cats! You won't want to miss this game. Have relatives in town for the holiday season, or just looking for something fun for the kids to do? This is the perfect night for you and your family, and remember... all kids 5 and under are free for every single Tornado home game throughout the 2006-07 season!
Tickets for both games are still available and can be purchased at the Tornado office by calling 972-335-9800 or visiting www.tornadohockey.com
Introducing... the Texas Tornado Holiday 6-Pack Stocking Stuffer... It is the perfect gift for any Tornado fan.... the Texas Tornado Holiday 6-Pack Stocking Stuffer. For as low as $67.00, you receive: Six (6) tickets to any regular season Tornado home game of your choice, a Texas Tornado hat, a Texas Tornado team poster, and your choice of a mini-stick, puck, or mug. To order this perfect gift for any Tornado fan, call 972-335-9800.
Take care of the FC Dallas fans on your holiday list with the Hoops Holiday Pack. For only $60, you get four tickets to FC Dallas' 2007 home opener at Pizza Hut Park, four FCD visors & a FC Dallas holiday card. Plus, the first 100 Holiday Packs ordered will come with a FREE FC Dallas soccer ball. Visit www.fcdallas.net to order an FC Dallas Holiday Pack today and give the soccer fan on your list a gift that they're sure to love.
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.
Brian Bertrand (Day Job Refugees lead singer) will perform solo on Saturday, December 16th, 6:30 to 10:00pm at The Neuhaus Café’, 626 Preston Royal Shopping Center in Dallas (NW corner of Preston and Royal, next to Barnes and Noble), 214-739-4600. Brian will donate all proceeds to help cover the medical bills for his sister, Angie, who is fighting cancer. He will be traveling to Wisconsin in March or April to donate stem cells for a replacement treatment that hopes to eradicate the cancer. Turns out that of 10 siblings (yes, he has a LARGE family) he was an exact match. Great acoustic music, seriously good food and coffee.
Day Job Refugees will be rocking RockHouse Live on January 16th and back at Obzeet on February 3rd. Check out this talented band at http://www.dayjobrefugees.com.
Greg White—a friend of CCSA co-founder Dan Scot Parr—just bought a studio in Fort Worth. Greg studied music at Belmont University in Nashville, and he's played with and recorded a lot of different artists and bands. If you’re looking for a recording facility, contact him at Sounds Great Studios, (817) 246-8590.
Got a musician on your holiday gift list? Mudcat Band has some fun items on their site at www.MudcatBand.com. Also check out the Gigster Clinic (www.GigsterClinics.com/merch.htm) site for “Got Gigs?” and other unusual gift items, most under $30.
Veteran rocker, Ryan Michael Galloway, will present The Gigster Clinic, a serious nuts-and-bolts music career program for rising and returning performers. Form your band, get your gear, make some news, rock the world! The clinic will take place on Saturday, January 20, 2007 at Music Conservatory of Texas, 9255 Preston Road in Frisco, Texas from noon to 5:30. Lunch, snacks, drinks included, as well as a textbook for full participants—and as usual, previous attendees welcomed to audit for free. www.GigsterClinics.com, or 972-841-0226 for more information. Full participants $115, or audit for $65. Yup, another good gift for the musician on your list.
Family Hope, in association with International Family Services (a Texas-based 501(c)(3) licensed child placing agency), will be welcoming a group of Ukrainian orphans, ages 6 to 12, next month as they arrive at DFW marking the beginning of their 3 week American cultural encounter. The purpose of the program is to give the orphans a chance to experience American culture and a wholesome family environment. The program will also create awareness about the need for adoptive families for older children residing in Ukrainian orphanages.
During their visit, the children will be fully immersed in American culture. The children will attend a day camp three days a week where they will be introduced to typical American activities like sports, the mall and museums. Once a week, there will be a public event where interested families can interact with the children still available for adoption.
Families interested in adopting an older child and/or welcoming a child in their home as a host family, are encouraged to contact John Peterson or Stacy Zonis immediately. Interested families can contact John Peterson, DFW Family Hope Coordinator, at 817-291-8676 or email him at john@ifservices.org. Stacy Zonis can be reached at 972-678-0922, or email her at stacyzbzbee@tx.rr.com .
No. 1 ranked American singles player James Blake, ATP World No. 1 doubles team Bob and Mike Bryan and ATP Tour Star Mardy Fish will headline the Dallas FedEX Shootout Series presented by Saab and Baylor Medical Center at Frisco on Saturday, December 16th at 7:00pm at the Dr Pepper StarCenter in Frisco.
People magazine named James Blake as one of the sexiest men alive. The former Harvard “All American” just might seem to have it all with 10 career titles. James Blake is on top of his game, and is excited about the opportunity to come to the Dallas Ft. Worth Metroplex to play tennis. “This is a great opportunity to bring world class men’s tennis back to Dallas. I’m also looking forward to playing Mardy Fish. It will be a great match. Mardy and I reached the doubles finals in Memphis and semi finals in Houston earlier this year. We know each others game. So the match will be tough.”
Rising U.S. tennis star Mardy Fish won a silver medal in the 2004 Athens Olympic games and has played in five Davis Cup ties for the U.S. “James Blake and I won the deciding doubles point against Slovakia in Oklahoma City,” says Mardy Fish. “I look forward to returning to Dallas and playing James. It will be a battle, he’s such a great competitor.”
In addition to the Blake and Fish men’s singles match, the world #1 doubles team, Bob and Mike Bryan will team up to challenge James Blake and Thomas Blake in the “Battle of the Brothers”. Perhaps this will be the most interesting match of the evening. Bob holds 29 and Mike holds 31 career titles in doubles. So far in 2006 the Bryans have won two slams, the Australian Open and Wimbledon and were finalist at the French Open.
“This will be a great night of world class tennis and family entertainment,” says Tim Stallard, event producer and president of PROLINK Sports and Entertainment. “The last time the FedEX Shootout Series came to Dallas featuring Andy Roddick and Taylor Dent, they played to a sold out crowd. James Blake, the Byran Brothers and Mardy Fish offer a great addition to the Fed EX Shootout Series, providing tennis fans with the best in men’s tennis.”
Tickets are available by calling 214-GO-STARS (214) 467-8277. Tickets can also be purchased on line through www.tickets.com. Ticket prices are $26.50, $45.50 and $75.50.
78 “The UPS Store” locations in the Dallas – Fort Worth area, in conjunction with the Texas Tornado, have teamed up with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to bring smiles to the faces of local children this holiday season. Now through December 23, The UPS Store will offer customers the opportunity to purchase Toys for Tots donation cards for $1 each, with all proceeds benefiting Toys for Tots campaigns in communities where the funds are raised.
On December 15th fans are encouraged to bring an new, unwrapped toy or cash donation with them to the Texas Tornado game. In exchange for their gift, fans will receive a 2 for 1 admission voucher to the Texas Tornado home game on December 29th. Tickets for the game can be purchased by calling the Tornado office at 972-335-9800, or Purchase Tickets Online.
“With the number of children living in low-income families continuing to rise, the need is greater than ever,” said Marine Toys for Tots Foundation President and CEO Lt. Gen. Matthew T. Cooper, USMC (Ret.). “We look at each toy as an opportunity to improve a child’s outlook on life and increase his or her self-esteem. This is the second year that The UPS Store locations have been a national Toys for Tots sponsor. Last year The UPS Stores in the Dallas – Fort Worth area rose over $26,000 and 8,000 toys. Nationally the retail chain raised nearly $600,000 through its “Deliver Some Love” campaign, making it the second-most successful campaign in Toys for Tots history. This year’s campaign goal is $1 million. To find The UPS Store location nearest you, visit www.theupsstore.com. People can learn more about the local Toys for Tots program at: www.dfwtoysfortots.com
A magical evening of beautiful holiday choral music!
Monday, December 18th at 7:30PM at Centennial High School, 6901 Coit Road in Frisco
Admission: Bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to the Frisco Santa Cops for their annual toy drive for children.
For more information visit www.friscochorale.net
Written by Mark Brown and Directed by Jesse Nichols
This is a wonderful new play is sure to become an immediate family classic! This story is heart-warming comedy/drama with all your favorite Scrooge characters. It's a must see!
A year has passed since his conversion with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future and now Scrooge is determined to get even with all those who conspired to change him.
A Historical Note!
Presented on the Original Historic Judge’s Bench in the Old Collin County Court House. The new stage will be removed to expose the Judge’s Bench that was originally built in the 1800’s and has not been used since the 70’s
Performance Location: MPAC, 111 N Tennessee St., McKinney, TX. 75069
For Tickets: Call MPAC box office at 972-547-2650 or 214-544-4630
Ticket Prices: $15 adults,$12 students and seniors. For online tickets visit
www.MckinneyPerformingArtsCenter.org
Date/Time
15-Dec-2006 Friday at 8:00 PM
16-Dec-2006 Saturday at 8:00 PM
17-Dec-2006 Sunday at 2:00 PM
For more information visit www.FriscoACTs.com
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.
Don’t fight the lines at the mall to have your kids take a picture with Santa! Come visit with Santa and his horse drawn carriage on December 16th, 2006 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Located at 4783 Preston Road Frisco TX 75035 (SW corner of Lebanon & Preston) Take your own pictures or have us take them for you. Cost to ride the carriage & take a picture are non-perishable food items or cash donations to Frisco Family Service. All proceeds benefit The Frisco Family Services. For more information contact Gabriel Corra @ 972-588-8788
The Plantation MGA is currently hosting a toy drive benefiting Frisco Family Services. Anyone who wishes to help can bring a new, packaged toy by the Plantation Golf Club pro shop between now and Friday, December 22nd. Plantation Golf Course is located at the NW corner of Lebanon and Plantation.
Frisco Public Library will hold a kick-off celebration to announce an all-new patron and community-centric service: Youniquely4U. The event will be held at Frisco Public Library and will be open to the public on Friday, December 15, 2006 from 10:00 AM—5:00 PM.
Frisco Public Library board of advisors, directors and staff, along with local dignitaries and hundreds of other attendees will attend to celebrate the introduction of Youniquely4U. Local businesses and organizations will provide raffle prizes and other rewards to new Youniquely4U registrants.
“We are proud to be the first public library installation of Youniquely4U in the world. Youniquely4U is a dynamic new program that will help us to provide better services to our patrons and the community,” said Dr. Ron Heezen, Director of Frisco Public Library. “We view this kick-off celebration as an opportunity to embrace our patrons and our community and remind everyone that the Frisco Public Library is leading the nation in innovative services.”
Youniquely4U is a patron-centric, Web-based service that offers programs, events, expertise and rewards, relevant to patrons’ unique interests. Youniquely4U supports local programming by helping Frisco Public Library to organize and promote its offerings, and recruit patrons and community partners alike.
Frisco Library patrons will be among the first in the world to join Youniquely4U. Registration will take place at the library. After joining, patrons will be eligible to enter raffles for a new iPod and iPod nano, as well as rewards from local sponsors, such as Applebee’s of Frisco and The Westin Stonebriar Resort of Frisco.
The celebration will be held at: Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco on Friday, December 15 from 10am to 5pm.
If you enjoy discussing movies, books or plays as much as you enjoy seeing or reading them, then a book discussion group is for you. The new Frisco Public Library offers three opportunities each month to share your opinions and criticism on a wide variety of books. The groups are led by librarians who share your enthusiasm for all kinds of writing.
The Reader's Choice discussion group meets at the library on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments are served.
The Page Turners group offers a brown bag lunch meeting at the library on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The focus of Page Turners includes an eclectic mix of enduring classics, engaging biographies and current non-fiction.
Classic Readers meets the third Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center at Frisco Square. Classic Readers is open to adults ages 50-plus and their spouses.
For more information, please visit the Web site at www.friscolibrary.com.
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)