If the nice weather has you wanting to get outside and enjoy it, we’ve got plenty of fun things to do in Frisco that will accommodate you! Take a stroll and shop down Main Street, find the perfect patio, or just head out and let the artisans of Frisco entertain you.
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Thursday, March 2
“Sip and Shop Downtown Frisco” – From 5pm to 8pm, boutiques in downtown Frisco are staying open late! Come shop late with your friends while enjoying music and drinks. Various specials at each location! 6891 West Main Street, Frisco.
Friday, March 3 – Spring Break begins!
“First Fridays MakerSpace presented by Raytheon” – In Sci-Tech Discovery Center, attendees can enjoy two workshops on how to use a laser cutter and creating a custom-designed lamp from wood, iron or sheet metal. Workshops are suitable for ages 10 and up.
Session 1: Laser Cutter; 6 p.m.; Cost: $8/person
Session 2: Lamp Making; 7 p.m.; Cost: $8/person
“BROADWAY BOUND” – Theatre Frisco (Formerly Frisco Community Theatre) presents Broadway Bound. Following Brighton Beach Memoirs and Biloxi Blues, this is the poignant and funny conclusion of Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical Eugene trilogy. Eugene and his brother Stanley are trying to break into the world of professional comedy writing, while coping with their parents’ messy and gut-wrenching split. When their material is broadcast on the radio for the first time, the rest of the family is upset to hear a comedic rendition of their own trials and tribulations. How will Eugene and his brother balance their loyalties to their family and to their art? Theatre Frisco in the Black Box Theater, 8004 Dallas Pkwy. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from February 24 – March 12. $12 – $20
Saturday, March 4
“BROADWAY BOUND” – Theatre Frisco (Formerly Frisco Community Theatre) presents Broadway Bound. Following Brighton Beach Memoirs and Biloxi Blues, this is the poignant and funny conclusion of Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical Eugene trilogy. Eugene and his brother Stanley are trying to break into the world of professional comedy writing, while coping with their parents’ messy and gut-wrenching split. When their material is broadcast on the radio for the first time, the rest of the family is upset to hear a comedic rendition of their own trials and tribulations. How will Eugene and his brother balance their loyalties to their family and to their art? Theatre Frisco in the Black Box Theater, 8004 Dallas Pkwy. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from February 24 – March 12. $12 – $20
“Teen Anime Club” – Do you like to read manga, watch anime, eat Japanese candy, cosplay, and hang out with your fellow otaku? Join our Teen Anime Club in the Frisco Public Library from 4pm to 5pm.
Sunday, March 5
“BROADWAY BOUND” – Theatre Frisco (Formerly Frisco Community Theatre) presents Broadway Bound. Following Brighton Beach Memoirs and Biloxi Blues, this is the poignant and funny conclusion of Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical Eugene trilogy. Eugene and his brother Stanley are trying to break into the world of professional comedy writing, while coping with their parents’ messy and gut-wrenching split. When their material is broadcast on the radio for the first time, the rest of the family is upset to hear a comedic rendition of their own trials and tribulations. How will Eugene and his brother balance their loyalties to their family and to their art? Theatre Frisco in the Black Box Theater, 8004 Dallas Pkwy. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from February 24 – March 12. $12 – $20
Monday, March 6
“STEM Stations in Frisco Public Library” – Come-and-go activities and experiments for the whole family. Facilitated by volunTEENs on the Frisco Advisory Board. Free, no ticket required. Come-and-go activities featuring STEM topics from 3pm to 4pm in 2nd floor, Children’s Program Room.
“Tech Teens at Frisco Public Library” – Hands-on tech exploration! Teens who attend Tech Teens help plan future activities – have fun while you help us plan! Explore a tech topic with a featured activity. The topic & focused activity change each meeting. Tinker with tech on your own or with a friend. Self-guided opportunities are available at each meeting. Meet other teens that have the same interests as you! You can share your knowledge and learn from your peers. Bring your tech questions! Having trouble with a 3D design or want someone to take a look at your graphic design portfolio? This is the group to come become a part of. Drop by for 15 minutes or an hour – it’s up to you! No registration required! From 6pm to 7pm, in 1st floor, Teen Room, come to any meeting without signing up. Technology will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own laptop or tablet for the focused activity.
Tuesday, March 7
“Ultimate Picture Book Sketch-Off” – It’s the battle of the marker! Who will win? Meets in 1st floor City Council Chambers. For all ages. 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. 2-3pm.
“IMPROV 101” – Students in grades 4-8 are invited to enhance improv skills with Bob Zak of Frisco Improv Players. There will be two classes: 3:00-3:45 and 4:00-4:45 pm. Tickets are available at the Library on the 2nd floor 30 minutes before each class. Student must be present to get a ticket. Please attend only one class. Meets in the 2nd floor Children’s Program Room, Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. 3pm to 3:45pm, 4pm to 4:45pm.
Wednesday, March 8
“Character Camp at Frisco Public Library” – Celebrate your favorite book characters with come-and-go writing exercises, crafts, and experiments! Facilitated by volunTEENs on the Frisco Advisory Board. From 3pm to 4pm on 2nd floor, Children’s Program Room. Free, no ticket required. Come-and-go activities featuring popular characters.
“Family Origami Night” – From 7pm to 8:30pm, on the 4th floor, McCallum Room in Frisco Public Library. Come join us for an introduction to the art of origami! All supplies are provided.
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PogoPass: Get a $124.95 PogoPass for ONLY $49.98 when you use code: FRISCO. You’ll have access to some of the most fun venues around town this summer including the Frisco RoughRiders, Sci-Tech Discovery Center, Fort Worth Zoo, Texas Discovery Gardens, and many, many more!
TheCoderSchool will have several camps running all through the summer for Gamers, Girls Only!, and Raspberry Pi lovers. So, check out their schedule now and sign up for their email list to receive 50% off when you enroll your child!
GET READY FOR:
- “Sesame Street: K is for Kindness Tour” – On Saturday, March 11th, from 11am to 4pm, HBO and Sesame Workshop, in partnership with KERA and the Frisco Public Library, presents a free, multi-city experiential tour timed to and inspired by the new, 47th season of Sesame Street. Created for preschool fans and their families, this immersive, limited-engagement tour features hands-on digital learning fun, participation from Frisco Public Library including bilingual English / Spanish books and activities, “meet and greets” with the costumed characters, a 15-minute interactive live stage show starring walk-around versions of the series’ beloved characters Elmo and Abby Cadabby, and other special surprises! WHERE: Stonebriar mall (Dicks Court) 2601 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034. PHOTO OP: Live Show with Sesame Street’s Elmo and Abby Cadabby followed by meet & greets with local fans!
- “Entrepreneur SUMMIT” – On March 29th and 30th, 2017, an event for entrepreneurs looking for their next level of success. Join us for a day of proven business growth strategies, innovative ideas, and leadership development from some of today’s top entrepreneurs like Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec. Network with top entrepreneurs and walk away with advice, solutions, fresh perspectives, and relationships that will take your business to the next level. Want to more details? Hear Erin Smith share the importance of this event for business owners (or wanna-be business owners!).Tickets Details:
$249 General Admission // $349 VIP Admission + Happy Hour – All Day Event on 3/30 (Lunch Included)
Details and Schedule of Event:
March 29th – Small Group Intensives (Additional purchase required) & VIP Happy Hour/Book Signing. March 30th – General Admission Ticket to All Day Event, Including Lunch. - “8th Annual Arts in the Square” – On Saturday, April 1st, through Sunday, April 2nd, the outdoor arts festival and will feature over 120 of some of the best local and regional artists selling their handmade creations.
- “2017 Frisco StrEATS Food Truck & Music Festival” – On Saturday, April 8th, from 12noon to 7pm, Frisco StrEATS is a free, family-friendly event featuring some of DFW’s most popular gourmet food trucks, quality live music and a large number of vendor booths. The spring event has drawn larger and larger crowds throughout the years, as area families and food truck groupies have gathered to enjoy great food, trendy melodies and a beer garden offering beer and wine for purchase. Location: 4th & Elm, Downtown Frisco. The 2017 Frisco StrEATS Food Truck & Music Festival is looking for ARTS VENDORS! Please contact Glenda McMichael at glendamcmichael@tx.rr.com for more information on securing an artists’ booth.
- “ART IN THE ATRIUM 14” – Beginning Monday, April 10th, the City of Frisco will display current, 2-Dimensional works of art by artists from Frisco and the surrounding area for the 14th installment of Art in the Atrium. The exhibition showcases regional artistic endeavors and encourages public dialogue, understanding and enjoyment of visual art. The program’s goal is to reflect the artistic excellence in and around Frisco and to promote the City’s cultural and economic initiatives. Art in the Atrium 14 is scheduled for Monday, April 10, 2017 through Friday, September 8, 2017.
