Matt Lafata’s Weekly Community News

December 29, 2007 – Volume 6, Issue 52

matt@mattlafatamarketing.com – www.mattlafatamarketing.com

Here is a photo of Erika and I at the Boys and Girls Club of Collin County Chrysalis Ball in November. It was an amazing, first-class event topped off with entertainment from The Pointer Sisters. If you are not familiar with BGCCC, they provide more than 3,800 area children and teenagers with a safe place to learn and grow in the vulnerable hours between school and home. They are the only option in Collin County for many children seeking to have fun and participate in developmental programs in an affordable, safe and nurturing environment and the Chrysalis Ball is their major fundraiser. What was really unique about this event was they had a VIP Red Carpet with kids from all five BGCCC branches acting as paparazzi snapping up fun photos of attendees as we arrived on the red carpet. Kudos to BGCCC President Christina Alford, her staff, and the many sponsors and volunteers who made it such an amazing event, raising an unprecedented $933,000!

Erika and I are big supporters of the Boys and Girls Club of Collin County and of children’s causes in general.

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.

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 forty thousand residents and businesses in Frisco and the surrounding areas, please send me an email 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.

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Inspirational Quote of the Week:

"Honesty is the 1st chapter in the book of wisdom.” – Thomas Jefferson

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As always, this newsletter is absolutely packed with information – something for everyone. There is always something going on in our great city and I try to include everything I can. In this jam packed issue you will find lots of great information. There is something for everyone including the following…

DNT South End Renovations Update: 21

Newsletter Staff Members and Contributors

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

Kaleigh Lafata – Tornado Talk

Sarah Ianace – Happenings in the

Frisco ISD

Glenn Kopanski – Landscape Design

Pedro Checo – Advice from Dr. Checo

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

Frisco 2008 Mayoral Race

My company has been producing this newsletter since 2001. It has become a labor of love for me and such an important part of the fabric of the Frisco community – something I am very proud of.

On a personal note, I feel extremely blessed that I have been able to serve our great city as a City Council member for almost six years. My term will expire in May of 2008 however, and as many of you know, I will be running for Mayor in the May 2008 race. There is still so much for us to accomplish together and I want to help lead this city in the right direction for many years to come.

As we head into 2008, this column will appear from time to time with updates on our campaign. As with any part of this weekly newsletter, you can simply choose to ignore this section if Frisco politics is something you don’t have an interest in. For those interested, I just wanted to give a quick update.

First of all, I want to thank everybody for their continued support of our campaign for Mayor of Frisco. We’ve avoided events in November and December for several reasons. One is that most people just aren’t thinking about the May Mayoral election at this time and it’s really not a time for campaign events but rather a time to spend with your friends and family as you enjoy the holiday season.

We will kick our campaign into high gear some time after the first of the year and I want to thank all of my supporters for their undying support and dedication in talking about the campaign whenever possible. This is our city and we need to all come together as one voice for Frisco’s future.

While Frisco is a very diverse community in so many ways, one of my goals will be to embrace the diversity and make sure everybody feels welcome and has equal opportunity to be involved in building a new and better Frisco. When I took the oath of office as a City Council member back in 2002, that oath became my commitment to serve this city and its people, all of its people, in the best way possible. It was also a promise to God to keep faith above all in every decision and action I take. If I am fortunate to become the next Mayor of Frisco, I will serve no one race, no one religion, no one cause, no one group, and no one interest  There is only one Frisco – our Frisco, and together, we will make it better than ever.

We will have lots of events over the next five months leading up to our Mayoral victory in May. I will use this column to keep you updated of upcoming events.

One other note, people have been asking who else is going to run for Mayor in the next election. The filing deadline is March 10 so we won’t know until then.

Thank you for listening.

www.makemattmayor.com

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.

City of Frisco Related Question of the Week:

Q. Is there any city ordinance about Flood Lights in the back alley ways shining into windows? There is an issue in my alley way with multiple flood lights flooding light into my back windows.

A. The City of Frisco Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance provides requirements for light trespass in certain districts. For additional information, please contact Code Enforcement at (972) 292-5302 or e-mail code@friscotexas.gov.

This Day in History – December 29, 1890: U.S. Army Massacres Indians at Wounded Knee

From the History Channel…

On this day in 1890, in the final chapter of America's long Indian wars, the U.S. Cavalry kills 146 Sioux at Wounded Knee on the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota.

Throughout 1890, the U.S. government worried about the increasing influence at Pine Ridge of the Ghost Dance spiritual movement, which taught that Indians had been defeated and confined to reservations because they had angered the gods by abandoning their traditional customs. Many Sioux believed that if they practiced the Ghost Dance and rejected the ways of the white man, the gods would create the world anew and destroy all non-believers, including non-Indians. On December 15, 1890, reservation police tried to arrest Sitting Bull, the famous Sioux chief, who they mistakenly believed was a Ghost Dancer, and killed him in the process, increasing the tensions at Pine Ridge.

On December 29, the U.S. Army's 7th cavalry surrounded a band of Ghost Dancers under the Sioux Chief Big Foot near Wounded Knee Creek and demanded they surrender their weapons. As that was happening, a fight broke out between an Indian and a U.S. soldier and a shot was fired, although it's unclear from which side. A brutal massacre followed, in which it's estimated almost 150 Indians were killed (some historians put this number at twice as high), nearly half of them women and children. The cavalry lost 25 men.

The conflict at Wounded Knee was originally referred to as a battle, but in reality it was a tragic and avoidable massacre. Surrounded by heavily armed troops, it's unlikely that Big Foot's band would have intentionally started a fight. Some historians speculate that the soldiers of the 7th Cavalry were deliberately taking revenge for the regiment's defeat at Little Bighorn in 1876. Whatever the motives, the massacre ended the Ghost Dance movement and was the last major confrontation in America's deadly war against the Plains Indians.

Conflict came to Wounded Knee again in February 1973 when it was the site of a 71-day occupation by the activist group AIM (American Indian Movement) and its supporters, who were protesting the U.S. government's mistreatment of Native Americans.  During the standoff, two Indians were killed, one federal marshal was seriously wounded and numerous people were arrested.

December is Seasonal Depression Awareness Month:

So far this month we have covered AIDS Awareness, Identity Theft Prevention, Universal Human Rights, and Safe Toys/Gifts Awareness…

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression, is an affective, or mood disorder. Most SAD sufferers experience normal mental health throughout most of the year, but experience depressive symptoms in the winter or summer. The condition in the summer is often referred to as Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder. For more information, click here.

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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.

Clubs, Groups and Organizations in and around Frisco:

Frisco is home to a very diverse and numerous set of clubs, groups and organizations. If your group or organization is missing, and you would like to get it listed, please send me an email so we can list it and continue to maintain the most comprehensive list available.

 
AARP – 972-335-2478

Alcoholics Anonymous Frisco – 972-708-5086

Allen-Frisco-Plano Autism Spectrum Parent Group

American Cancer Society of Collin County – 214-819-1221

American Legion Post 178

American Red Cross of North Texas – 972-542-5642

Angel Food Ministries – 214-282-5576

AroundTown Kids

Arts of Collin County

Association of Frisco Retired School Personnel – 972-335-3040

Boy Scouts of America – 214-902-6754

Boys and Girls Club

CASA of Collin County – 972-529-2272

Celebrate Recovery – 214-282-5576

Chamber of Commerce

Christian Community Action – 972-436-4357

City of Frisco – 972-292-5000

Collin County – 972-424-1460

Collin County Association of Realtors – 214-618-3800

Collin County Community College

Collin County Community College Education Foundation

Collin County Connection – 214-544-0666

Collin County Early Childhood PTA – 972-712-3634

Collin County Gay and Lesbian Alliance – 214-521-5342

Collin County Genealogy Association – 972-231-4190

Collin County Republican Party

Dallas Athletic Rugby Club

Daughters of the American Revolution – 972-307-5906

Democratic Party of Collin County

Denton County

Downtown Advisory Board – 972-292-5108

Downtown Merchants Association – 972-292-5108

FamilyWatchdog.com

FC Dallas

Frisco A&M Club – 972-897-7765

Frisco American Business Women’s Association (ABWA)

Frisco Al-Anon Family Group – 972-978-8757

Frisco-Allen Texas Area Alumnae Panhellenic

Frisco Area Children’s Theater – 972-377-2675

Frisco Area Republican Women

Frisco Association For the Arts

Frisco Athletic Network

Frisco Bar Association

Frisco Baseball/Softball Organization – 972-712-2288

Frisco Business and Professional Women – 972-377-0335

Frisco Chamber of Commerce

Frisco Chorale

Frisco Community Band – 972-668-5315

Frisco Community Theatre – 972-377-3868

Frisco Convention and Visitors Bureau

Frisco Cycling Club

Frisco Democratic Party

Frisco Dog Park

Frisco Ducks Unlimited – 972-712-5049

Frisco Early Childhood PTA

Frisco Economic Development Corporation – 972-668-5550

Frisco Education Foundation – 469-633-6066

Frisco Family Services Center – 972-335-9495

Frisco Family YMCA – 972-335-3222

Frisco Fire Department – 972-335-5525

Frisco Football League – 972-712-0558

Frisco Garden Club – 972-335-3812

Frisco Gymnastics Center – 972-377-0888

Frisco Humane Society – 972-498-8980

Frisco Independent School District – 469-633-6000

Frisco Kiwanis Club

Frisco Noon Lion’s Club – 972-335-2487

Frisco Music Teachers Association

Frisco Neighborhood Watch

Frisco Police Department – 972-292-6000

Frisco Post Office – 972-335-7453

Frisco Pride

Frisco Public Library

Frisco Quilt Guild

Frisco Republican Men’s Club

Frisco Republicans – 972-335-9176

Frisco Residents of Color

Frisco Rotary Club – 972-701-2801

Frisco RoughRiders

Frisco Soccer Association – 972-712-4625

Frisco Square

Frisco Sunrise Rotary

Frisco Swim Team

Frisco Thunder Professional Football

Frisco Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #8273 – 972-712-5611

Frisco Women’s League – 972-712-8890

Frisco/Plano Christian Women’s Club – 972-668-4464

Frisco Youth Volleyball Leagues

Heritage Association of Frisco – 972-335-6684

Heroes for Children – 214-256-5824

Kids Kaleidoscope

KittiCo Cat Rescue – 214-826-6903

Labrador Retriever Rescue of North Texas

Lewisville Independent School District

Meals on Wheels – 972-562-6996

Miracle League of Frisco

MOMS Club of Frisco – East Central Chapter - 972-712-1789

MOMS Club of Frisco – South Chapter – 214-336-8001

MOMS Club of Frisco – SE Chapter – 214-2272418

MOMS Club of Frisco – SW Chapter – 469-384-8002

MOMS Club of Frisco – West Central Chapter

MOMS Club of Frisco – West Chapter – 214-504-9223

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) – 972-668-7458

North Texas Tollway Authority – 214-461-2000

OU Club of Collin County – 972-797-9708

Overeaters Anonymous – 972-832-5263

Play Pals – 972-839-0312

Senior Center at Frisco Square – 972-292-6550

SPCA of Texas – 972-562-7387

Speak Up – Frisco Toastmasters Group – 972-881-9989

Stonewall Democrats of Collin County

Texas Democratic Women of Collin County

Texas Tornado Hockey

Toastmasters Club of Frisco – 972-712-4611

Visual Arts Guild of Frisco

Volunteer Center of North Texas

Voter Registration Information – Collin County

Voter Registration Information – Denton County

Women Encouraging Business – 972-335-9522

Word of Mouth Productions

Young Life Frisco – 972-424-6339

Youth Leadership Frisco

Churches and other Places of Worship in and around Frisco

One of the wonderful things about Frisco is the many diverse religions you can find. If your Church is not listed, please contact me at matt@mattlafata.com so we can list it and continue to maintain the most comprehensive list available.

Apostolic Temple – 972-712-5673

Assembly of God Cornerstone Community Church – 972-335-4704

Celebration Covenant – 214-387-9833

Central Christian Church – 972-377-2608

Church of God in Christ – 972-377-3649

Church of Living Stones – 972-335-3499

Compass Christian Church – 972-335-7546

Congregation B’nai Israel

Cornerstone Christian Reformed Church - 469-362-7844

Cornerstone Community Church – 972-335-4704

Crossroads Community Church – 972-712-0582

Crosswalk Community Church

Faithbridge Presbyterian – 972-377-9560

Fellowship of Frisco – 972-335-1700

First Baptist Church of Frisco – 972-335-9830

First Pentecostal Church – 972-292-3174

First United Methodist – 972-335-4380

Frisco Bible Church – 972-335-8150

Frisco Church of Christ – 972-335-2118

Frisco Trails Fellowship Bible Church – 972-731-5999

Genesis Metro – 469-450-6277

Grace Avenue United Methodist – 972-335-2882

Grace Church - 469-633-9104

Grace Pointe – 972-292-3174

Hamilton Chapel Baptist Church – 972-377-3348

Hope Fellowship – 972-377-8855

Kingdom Life Christian Center – 214-618-1500

Lebanon Baptist Church – 972-377-3348

Liberty Baptist Church – 972-625-3546

Living Waters Family Worship Center – 214-387-9602

Lone Star Baptist Church – 469-358-7089

Newstart Church of the Nazarene – 214-282-5576

Northstar Church – 972-712-8282

Praise Fellowship Worship Center – 214-387-9397

Preston Ridge Baptist Church – 972-712-7007

Preston Trail Community Church – 972-668-1244

Rejoice Lutheran Church – 972-335-6411

Revolution Ministries – 214-649-0623

Rock Hill Church of Christ – 972-346-2710

Shawnee Trail Church of Christ – 972-377-9106

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church – 972-712-2645

St. Philips Episcopal Church – 214-387-4700

Stonebriar Church of Christ – 972-712-9264

Stonebriar Community Church – 469-252-5000

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – 972-377-4724

The Journey – 214-529-8873

Turning Point CMA Church – 469-733-3196

Water’s Edge Lutheran Church – 972-712-7377

About Matt Lafata:

Matt Lafata and his wife Erika share six children between the two of them. In January 1999, Mr. Lafata moved to Frisco from Gloucester, MA. 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

·         Friends of the Frisco Public Library Member

·         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.

In July 2007, Matt announced his bid for Mayor of Frisco in the May 2008 election. Visit www.matt4mayor.com for more information about his candidacy.

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

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Any Political Advertising contained in this newsletter is Paid for by Matt Lafata for Mayor - Sarah Ianace, Treasurer, 6061 Pintail Lane, Frisco TX 75034 

Dear Friends,

This week’s newsletter is Proudly Sponsored by BayGrill and their New Year’s Eve menu. Erika and I really enjoy dining at BayGrill and highly recommend it. Also check out the Spotlight on HRchitect and their current job openings here in Frisco. HRchitect is an HR strategy and technology consulting firm and is looking for a part-time Accounting Manager and a part-time Marketing Coordinator. 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.

It’s hard to believe that 2007 is almost behind us. It has been an amazing year for me personally and professionally and from my family to yours, we hope you have had a very joyous, safe and blessed holiday season and here’s to a great 2008 for all of us!

This is a community newsletter and as such, I want to encourage you to send me community events as well as write-ups about people or groups who should be recognized and/or commended for what they do or have done. This is a newsletter about Frisco for all of us to play a part in. It is designed to bring our community closer together so please submit stuff to me at any time.

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 – BayGrill:

Recently, Frisco's favorite choice for fresh grilled seafood, BayGrill (www.baygrilltx.com), was awarded a three star *** designation (Very Good; A destination restaurant for this type of food.) by The Dallas Morning News in ALL categories: food, service and atmosphere. The owners and staff of BayGrill are very proud of this accomplishment since the rating system was revised recently by the DMN's new food critic from San Francisco, Bill Addison, and the guidelines became much stricter. This review gives credibility to what local folks have been saying all along and puts Frisco on the map AGAIN as a destination for fine dining! This is added incentive to participate in BayGrill's next wine dinner, Weds. January 30th and to make a reservation NOW (214-618-5540) to enjoy New Year's Eve at BayGrill! BayGrill will open at 5PM (only) on New Year's Eve with a set menu of five courses. Reservations are recommended. Walk-in's will be accommodated as space allows.

BayGrill's New Year's Eve Menu:

Amuse-Bouche

Smoked Salmon Roll

Course One (choose one)

Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail

(Absolut Pepper Cocktail Sauce)

Pan Seared Sea Scallops

(Beurre Blanc Sauce)

Grilled Tequila Shrimp

(Lime Cilantro Sauce)

Course Two (choose one)

House Salad

New England Clam Chowder

Course Three (choose one)

8 oz Pepper Filet

(Cognac Cream Sauce, and Scallop Potatoes)

8 oz Chilean Sea Bass

(Butternut Squash Risotto)

16 oz Alaskan King Crab Legs

(Sautéed Asparagus)

8oz Halibut

(Pineapple Mango Salsa, and Rice Pilaf)

Course Four (choose one)

Chocolate Layer Cake

(Chocolate Ganache Drizzle)

Key Lime Pie

(Macadamia Nut Cookie Dough Crust)

New Orleans Bread Pudding

(Caramel Rum Sauce and Cranberries)

$60 Per Person (Tax & Gratuity not included). Advance Reservations Recommended.

214-618-5540 - No certificates accepted for this dinner.

Spotlight on…Two Open Part-Time Positions at HRchitect Here in Frisco:

HRchitect is a small nationwide and fast growing human resources technology consulting firm and a leading provider of consulting services to major mid-size and Fortune 500 corporations. 2007 was a good growth year for us and we are expecting even bigger and better things for an exciting 2008. As a result, we have two positions that we are currently trying to fill and they are listed below. Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume along with which position they are interested in to:

Matt Lafata, Director

HRchitect, Inc.

mlafata@HRchitect.com

Part-Time Accounting Manager

HRchitect, Inc. is seeking a part-time Accounting Manager to work out of our corporate offices located in Frisco Square, Frisco, TX. 

We are looking for an experienced and independent individual who will not only carry out standard financial/accounting activities in a timely and accurate manner, but also possess the drive to continually look for and insight to identify creative ways to further increase our profitability.   

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for all accounts receivable, accounts payable and collection activities, maintenance of accurate records and the auditing of methods and procedures to improve efficiency.  Additional duties include the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports pertinent to a consulting organization and the presentation of these reports to management.  There will be minor payroll activities, plus the maintenance of corporate, client, employee and subcontractor legal/contractual documents. 

Requirements:

* Highly knowledgeable of financial/accounting concepts, practices, and procedures

* Accounting degree would be a plus

* Commitment to timely and accurate completion of tasks

* Availability to work up to 20 hours per week

* High proficiency with QuickBooks

* Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
* Proven record in a challenging, fast-paced environment.  References will be required
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently
* Very organized

* Proven impeccable honesty and trustworthiness.  Detailed background check will be conducted

This position is the perfect opportunity for a person who wants to remain in or return to the workforce, get involved in a growing organization, and work in a unique and dynamic environment, but does not want to work full-time. For those desiring full-time employment, future advancement to HRchitect Controller is possible. The hourly rate for the position ranges from $15.00 to $18.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Part-Time Marketing Coordinator

The role of the Marketing Coordinator will be to handle general marketing duties and help with the overall branding of HRchitect. The person in this position will be responsible for the following activities, in no particular order, although additional marketing related activities will be added from time to time and as market and competitive conditions dictate:

·         HR Marketer – Monitor this on a regular basis for opportunities related to conferences, speaking opportunities, etc.

·         Trade show and user conference planning and coordination

·         Press release creation, distribution and follow-up

·         Keep web site content up to date

·         Coordination of webinars

·         Build relationships with vendor partners, organizations, and industry leaders

·         Monitor electronic directories and other places on the Internet for us to be listed

·         Coordinate creation of while papers, articles and case studies

·         Creation of email newsletter to be sent to prospects, clients and other contacts

·         Maintain collateral

This position is the perfect opportunity for a person who wants to remain in or return to the workforce, get involved in a growing organization, and work in a unique and dynamic environment, but does not want to work full-time. For those desiring full-time employment, future advancement to full-time or other opportunities is possible. The hourly rate for the position ranges from $15.00 to $18.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

It’s time to “just do it!” -- Interview to be Mrs. Frisco 2008 and represent married women of Frisco!:

Many times, wives and moms get so busy with the day-to-day activities of life that they forget to do something *just* for themselves. Sound familiar? If so, you could be on your way to a new journey of self-exploration, all the while making new friends! If you are a resident of Frisco, at least 21, and married, you’re eligible to compete for the title of Mrs. Frisco United States® 2008. Represent this amazing city and have a year you and your husband will always remember! The new Mrs. Frisco will get her state entry fee paid to compete at the Mrs. Texas United States® competition at the host hotel Westin Stonebriar Resort this coming April in Frisco!  This will be the fourth year the state competition has been held in Frisco. The new Mrs. Texas gets an all-expense paid trip to compete at the televised Mrs. United States® competition July 2008 in Las Vegas. Other contestants interviewing for Mrs. Frisco also will have a chance to compete at the state Mrs. Texas pageant at a discounted entry fee!

There is no talent competition, no platform, & no experience is necessary. Age and having children have no bearing on judging. We have had winners of various age ranges. This will be a fun, laid back weekend filled with great memories and lots of new friends for you and your husband!

The reigning Mrs. Frisco, the amazing Sheila Elliott, will be passing on her title to a new winner on SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 at Lenz Boutique in Frisco. If you would like to interview for Mrs. Frisco, please email Erika Lafata at or visit the Mrs. Texas website to get the entry form. Deadline to enter is January 9.

Last Chance to Purchase FRISCOPOLY:

In celebration of the 20^th Anniversary of I.S. Rogers Elementary we are offering these original board games at $144 per case…that is only $12 each (50% off retail)…or $15 per individual game (40% off retail).  Our goal is to present the Frisco Education Foundation with a check of $10,000 at our 20^th Anniversary reception on March 9, 2008.  All proceeds benefit a FEF Scholarship Endowment and special recognition will be given to our supporters.  These games feature many Frisco businesses and interesting historical facts.  They make a great gift or collectible!! Contact rogers_pta@yahoo.com today!

KidsNArt and the Grand Opening of their Frisco Art Studio:

Now open in Frisco!  KidsNArt announces the Grand Opening of their Frisco Art Studio!  Come visit us at 6201 Technology Drive, Ste 103 Frisco 75034 to check us out!  You can also visit us online at www.kidsandart.com or give us a call at (972)821-8643.  We offer many different classes and programs such as Mommy & Me classes, Draw, Paint & Sculpt classes, multi-craft classes and more starting at 2 years through teens-we even have some adult classes and open paint times too!  All of our instructors are caring artists and not only will your child be introduced to new techniques and mediums, but they will learn about famous artists as well!  Also put on your calendar our Grand Opening celebration on January 14th from 4pm-6pm where you can meet our artists, check out the studio and have some refreshments!  Come join the fun and we hope to see you soon!

Mardi Gras Frisco 2008:

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL … for an evening you won't want to miss at the

3rd Annual Mardi Gras Frisco 2008   Friday, February 1, 2008 from

7PM to 12:30AM, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Frisco, Texas. Party the night away at the hottest event in town This year we will again feature "The Cajun Sensation", Hunter Hayes (from Breaux Bridge, LA ) and the Louisiana Hot band.  Hunter plays a variety of music from Cajun to Country, to Rock, to Blues.  Other entertainment includes street/courtyard performers, a Jazz Band, and the world famous ( O.K. famous in Frisco) Reverse Raffle with $8,000 in total prizes including $6,000 for the winner.  The food will also be even better than last year with a Cajun fare and plenty to fill up your hungry spot!  The live auction will round the night out.  Plenty of fun, friends, and atmosphere for everyone! Last year's attendance was over 550 people, you won't want to miss out!

http://www.mardigrasfrisco.org/index.htm

Be part of the excitement.    Be part of the fun.   Sponsorship, Donation and Volunteer Opportunities are available. Something for everyone. proceeds are divided among many charitable community organizations and outreach programs.  Please contact George Vogt III at gvogt3@hotmail.com for information.

Tickets $40 per person - Reverse Raffle $100 per ticket

InterLiga 2008 Tickets on Sale:

Tickets for InterLiga 2008 are now on sale to the public. Pizza Hut Park, a venue for the third consecutive InterLiga tournament, will host two doubleheaders in this year's edition. The tournament features the top eight Mexican First Division clubs competing for two berths for the 2008 Copa Libertadores, South America's prestigious club championships.

Ticket prices for admission to InterLiga doubleheaders range from $20 to $45. Fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance as a surcharge is applied to all ticket categories on gameday. For more information on the tournament, visit: www.interliga.com/sum/interliga/

FRISCO, TEXAS: PIZZA HUT PARK (all times Central) - Tickets start at $20.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Match 1 - Group B - Monterrey vs. Pumas - 7 p.m.
Match 2 - Group B - Cruz Azul vs. San Luis - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, January 6, 2008
Match 7 - Group A - América vs. Toluca - 4 p.m.
Match 8 - Group A - Atlas vs. Morelia - 6:30 p.m.

FOR TICKETS: Tickets are available through all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling Ticketmaster at 214.373.8000, on www.ticketmaster.com, through the FC Dallas office at 888-FCD-GOAL (888-323-4625) or www.FCDallas.net.

Strikz New Years Eve Celebration:

December 31^st - Two times

Family Fun Package

6:00 pm- 8:30 pm

$20 children       $25 adults

Adult Bash

9:00 pm- 1:00 am

$30 children       $38 adults

Includes champagne toast and noise makers—Featuring live band Last Man Standing

Both packages include Unlimited soda, pizza buffet, arcade (no redemption games), Cosmic bowling and laser runner all night! Prices are valid for advance reservations only, $10 additional if paying at the door. For reservations, contact Strikz at 972-668-5263. Limited number of tickets available.

American Cancer Society Relay For Life Frisco 2008:

Save the Date - April 18, 2008

Relay For Life Frisco is so excited to announce that we will be partnering up with Pizza Hut Park and FC Dallas again this year for our annual event. Mark your calendars Relay For Life Frisco will be April 18, 2008 at Pizza Hut Park- Dr. Pink Field. We will be kicking off this year with an information meeting on Monday, September 24, 2007 at 7:00 pm at It’s a Grind Coffee Shop located in The Shops of Starwood on the corner of Lebanon and the Dallas North Toll way. Anyone who would like to be apart of the planning team for this years event is encouraged to be a part of this ground breaking meeting.   A drawing for door prizes will be held at the end of the meeting. If you would like more information about this meeting or will be attending please contact

René Sinclair:  972-816-9816 or cup1999@sbcglobal.net or

Lisa Flowers:  972-365-6268 or lisa@jcflowers.com

Get in Shape While Helping Fight MS:

The Sam's Club MS150 Bike Tour is an annual event that starts right here in Frisco. Next year will be the inaugural year for a new fundraising cycling team representing Frisco. The Frisco RoughRiders and Performance Bicycle are the title sponsors for the new team. If you have a New Year's Resolution to get in shape and help your community, here's an opportunity to do both and make new friends. For more information about the team and to learn how to join, visit www.ridersagainstms.org. Rodney Moffitt from Frisco is the team captain and can be contacted at rmoffitt@ridersagainstms.org for more information.

Frisco House and Garden Show:

January 4-6, 2008 Home Enthusiasts Won’t Want to Miss The Frisco House & Garden Show

WHAT:  The Frisco House & Garden Show to feature thousands of square feet of Award Winning Gardens by Seasons Landscape, Montgomery Farms, C-Green, Trinity Tree Farm and more; pools and spas for every budget; outdoor living, decking and sunrooms, shop ‘til you drop in our Texas Marketplace; get a little taste of Texas in the Go Texan section; check out our Home Improvement center; see the latest in window treatments, stained glass, and home accessories in the Design and Décor center; home technology and security; wreath making, floral design and other informational seminars.