Frisco Events Weekend Round Up for Friday, September 16, 2016

And now, we’re looking at the official start of Fall next week… Plenty of football games, live theater, a circus, and a youth chef event all in Frisco!

Featured This Week: Rocket Fizz

People come from all over to look around and shop for stuff they had has a kid,” owner Laura Farmer said. “Slow Pokes, Charleston Chews, and all the teeth pullers are very popular items.”  With over 1000 different styles and flavors of candy, Rocket Fizz is not a quick visit.

Thursday, September 15

“Thursday Morning Social Run” – Enjoy 3-5 miles from the store at 5:30am! All paces welcome at Frisco Running Company, 9359 Legacy Drive, Suite 300, Frisco 75033.

“Pub Theology at the British Lion” – Join the Conversation every 3rd Thursday @ 7PM in The British Lion, 5454 Main St #123, Frisco, TX 75033

“ARTITUDE: Art Appreciation Class” – Children and adults learn to express themselves authentically and freely through art while creating multiple paintings, drawings, collages and mixed media. Classes present a wide variety of ways to approach art. Students focus on a variety of techniques and develop their own personal style. Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 Dallas Parkway. Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm and Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm. $20

“Hella Shrine Circus” – On September 15th – 18th, The all-new, 2016 Hella Shrine Circus is coming to town! A premier family entertainment extravaganza will perform at the Dr Pepper Arena in Frisco, Texas. Experience all the things you know and love about the circus and be amazed by things you’ve never seen before! You can expect smiles and excitements with our riveting show featuring exotic animals, hilarious clowns, and many other talented performers and attractions! Astonishing performers, awe-inspiring athletes and amazing animals from around the world have been assembled in one place providing a riveting display of unimaginable proportions that is designed to excite, delight and captivate children of all ages! Don’t forget to come early to experience a variety of fun-filled, pre-show activities.

Friday, September 16

“Hella Shrine Circus” – On September 15th – 18th, The all-new, 2016 Hella Shrine Circus is coming to town! A premier family entertainment extravaganza will perform at the Dr Pepper Arena in Frisco, Texas. Experience all the things you know and love about the circus and be amazed by things you’ve never seen before! You can expect smiles and excitements with our riveting show featuring exotic animals, hilarious clowns, and many other talented performers and attractions! Astonishing performers, awe-inspiring athletes and amazing animals from around the world have been assembled in one place providing a riveting display of unimaginable proportions that is designed to excite, delight and captivate children of all ages! Don’t forget to come early to experience a variety of fun-filled, pre-show activities.

“Super Friday Fun Night” – It’s kids’ night out at the FAC! Start off in the Zone playing air hockey, billiards, and foosball during check-in. Next, head to the Indoor Aquatic Center for swimming in the lazy river, play pool, and slide down ‘Big Blue’ (must be 48′ to ride). End the night with a pizza dinner and fun, active and cooperative games in our studios and gym. Bring your friends and join us for Super Friday Fun Nights. Drop off in Zone. Guardian must come into FAC with participant to sign a waiver on first visit. Bring a swimsuit and towel.

“Charlotte’s Web performed by Frisco Youth Theater” – Named the “the best American children’s book of the past two hundred years” by the Children’s Literature Association, Charlotte’s Web is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship. All the enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” September 16 @ 7:15 pm – 9:00 pm in Black Box Theatre, Frisco Discovery Center. Tickets are $10 – $12.

“IndieVengeance Day” – IndieVengeance Day, the annual gathering of the best independent authors in the business, returns to the DFW area for the fourth straight year. Opening night is Friday, September 16, with a reading/signing at Half Price Books, Center at Preston Ridge, Frisco, Texas, from 4 to 6 p.m. and then IndieVengeance Day continues on Saturday, September 17, from noon to 4 p.m. Join nine award-winning, bestselling indie authors in genres ranging from children’s to poetry to fantasy to humor and more. This two-day event will feature signings, meet-and-greet, swag, and shop talk. Writers of all levels welcome to come and hang out. Come make some new friends, get a few contacts, and learn a little about what it takes to be an independent author. This year’s event, proudly sponsored by 629 Publications, features a ton of killer reads in many genres, from contemporary to fantasy, from local history to spellbinding poetry.

Saturday, September 17

“Young Chefs Academy North Frisco ‘BACK TO SCHOOL’ Open House Event with Food Network Magazine” – From 3-5pm, the Young Chefs Academy Frisco, a local favorite for children’s cooking classes that encourages discovery and creativity, will host its fall “Back to School” open house event in partnership with Food Network Magazine. Children and their parents are invited to explore their creative culinary sides and participate in unique cooking experiences during the open house event. Sponsored by Food Network Magazine, Bumble Bee Seafoods and the California Grape Board, the event will allow children to create back-to-school snack recipes, learn kitchen safety tips, enjoy samples and win fun prizes. Representatives from Young Chefs Academy will be on hand to discuss classes and curriculum, special events and programs with interested parents.  WHERE: 9350 Pasadena Dr. Ste.#300 Frisco, TX 75034.

“Hella Shrine Circus” – On September 15th – 18th, The all-new, 2016 Hella Shrine Circus is coming to town! A premier family entertainment extravaganza will perform at the Dr Pepper Arena in Frisco, Texas. Experience all the things you know and love about the circus and be amazed by things you’ve never seen before! You can expect smiles and excitements with our riveting show featuring exotic animals, hilarious clowns, and many other talented performers and attractions! Astonishing performers, awe-inspiring athletes and amazing animals from around the world have been assembled in one place providing a riveting display of unimaginable proportions that is designed to excite, delight and captivate children of all ages! Don’t forget to come early to experience a variety of fun-filled, pre-show activities. Get tickets now!

“IndieVengeance Day” – IndieVengeance Day, the annual gathering of the best independent authors in the business, returns to the DFW area for the fourth straight year. Opening night is Friday, September 16, with a reading/signing at Half Price Books, Center at Preston Ridge, Frisco, Texas, from 4 to 6 p.m. and then IndieVengeance Day continues on Saturday, September 17, from noon to 4 p.m. Join nine award-winning, bestselling indie authors in genres ranging from children’s to poetry to fantasy to humor and more. This two-day event will feature signings, meet-and-greet, swag, and shop talk. Writers of all levels welcome to come and hang out. Come make some new friends, get a few contacts, and learn a little about what it takes to be an independent author. This year’s event, proudly sponsored by 629 Publications, features a ton of killer reads in many genres, from contemporary to fantasy, from local history to spellbinding poetry.

“Charlotte’s Web performed by Frisco Youth Theater” – Named the “the best American children’s book of the past two hundred years” by the Children’s Literature Association, Charlotte’s Web is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship. All the enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” September 16 @ 7:15 pm – 9:00 pm in Black Box Theatre, Frisco Discovery Center. Tickets are $10 – $12.

“Frisco Rotary FARMERS MARKET” – The Farmers Market is back in downtown Frisco with a new location! On 4th Street between Main and Elm, the Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 8am to 1pm or Sell Out. A bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables creates a colorful welcome to those who appreciate the “buy fresh, buy local” idea. Seasonal fruits create a spectacular palette! The freshest vegetables in North Dallas will excite your culinary talents! Also available are pasture fed beef, pork, lamb, and the freshest eggs you’ll find. Buy pasta, nuts, cheesecake, muffins, gourmet items, and honey – all fresh! Check out the vendors page for information on all the vendors. Be sure to come by every Saturday starting from May 7th to October 22nd for the best produce and homemade goods in Frisco.

“Visual Arts Guild of Frisco’s PLEIN AIR PAINTING” – On Saturday, September 17th from 9-11:30am, meet in front of Frisco Heritage Museum for a morning of painting, drawing and photography. Interesting historic buildings in a village like setting representing Frisco’s rich history. Locomatives, public art and Babe’s Chicken with its array of farm tractors and funky signage make for a great plein air outing with other artists.

Sunday, September 18

“Hella Shrine Circus” – On September 15th – 18th, The all-new, 2016 Hella Shrine Circus is coming to town! A premier family entertainment extravaganza will perform at the Dr Pepper Arena in Frisco, Texas. Experience all the things you know and love about the circus and be amazed by things you’ve never seen before! You can expect smiles and excitements with our riveting show featuring exotic animals, hilarious clowns, and many other talented performers and attractions! Astonishing performers, awe-inspiring athletes and amazing animals from around the world have been assembled in one place providing a riveting display of unimaginable proportions that is designed to excite, delight and captivate children of all ages! Don’t forget to come early to experience a variety of fun-filled, pre-show activities. Get tickets now!

“THE STAR COMMUNITY DAY PRESENTED BY TOSTITOS” – The Star Community Day, presented by Tostitos, is open to the public, free of charge and will showcase the new home of the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 18th. The day will be set up like Dallas Cowboys Rally Days at AT&T Stadium and will be free of charge to guests, with exception of concessions. Parking and viewing the facility will not have an associated cost. Guests will be able to view Tostitos Championship Plaza at The Star, the interior of Ford Center, including the high school locker rooms, and enjoy family-friendly activities such as bounce houses and games, as well as appearances by Rowdy, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Dallas Cowboys alumni. Youth are invited to participate in a Play 60 Clinic on the Ford Center field taught by former NFL players include Damon Denson, Romby Bryant and former Cowboys greats Mel Renfro and Everson Walls.

“Third Sunday Open House at Frisco Heritage Center” – From 1 – 4pm, FREE FAMILY FUN with kid’s crafts & games, live animal show & tell, working blacksmiths, tour historic homes. Frisco Heritage Center, 6455 Page Street, Frisco.

“Charlotte’s Web performed by Frisco Youth Theater” – Named the “the best American children’s book of the past two hundred years” by the Children’s Literature Association, Charlotte’s Web is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship. All the enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” September 16 @ 7:15 pm – 9:00 pm in Black Box Theatre, Frisco Discovery Center. Tickets are $10 – $12.

Monday, September 19

“Movie Monday Senior Day at Cinemark” – For ages 62+, all 1st matinees from 10am to 11:55am at a discounted price.

Tuesday, September 20

“Frisco City Council Meeting” – The Frisco City Council typically meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month inside the City Council Chamber at the George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. Citizens are welcome to attend the open meeting, which generally begins at 6:30 p.m.
Citizens’ input is heard at approximately 7:30 p.m. Can’t join us at City Hall? Watch the meetings live online!
Select ‘video’ next to the listing for the current meeting date at the above link.

“ARTITUDE: Art Appreciation Class” – Children and adults learn to express themselves authentically and freely through art while creating multiple paintings, drawings, collages and mixed media. Classes present a wide variety of ways to approach art. Students focus on a variety of techniques and develop their own personal style. Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 Dallas Parkway. Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm and Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm. $20

Wednesday, September 21

“FISD College Fair” – Colleges and universities from across the nation will set up their tri-fold displays, banners and brochures for Frisco ISD’s annual College Fair from 6 to 8 p.m. at Heritage High School. Please register in advance. All FISD juniors, seniors and their parents are invited to attend the collegiate event where students can meet face-to-face with admissions representatives, find out about the application process, learn about financial aid and explore available majors and programs of study at each school.

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Deals & Discounts

PogoPass: Get a $124.95 PogoPass for $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!

GET READY FOR:

“Amtrak’s Exhibit Train Coming to Frisco” – On Saturday, September 24th through Sunday, September 25th, it’s All Aboard Frisco! The Amtrak Exhibit Train is pulling into the Museum of the American Railroad.  Meet at the museum and hop aboard for a self-guided tour through Amtrak’s past, present and future. For the youngest rail fans, stop off at Chuggington Depot, featuring toy trains and coloring tables. There’s something that’s bound to strike a chord for everyone! Admission is FREE!  Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Location: Museum of the American Railroad 6455 Page St. Frisco, TX 75034

“Writer Spotlight: Hank Phillippi Ryan” – On Sunday, September 25th, from 2-4pm, come hear special guest of the “Sisters in Crime North Dallas Chapter,” Hank Phillippi Ryan, in the Frisco Public Library. Winner of multiple prestigious awards for crime fiction, including the Mary Higgins Clark Award for her bestselling novel, “The Other Woman,” Ryan will discuss mystery writing and crime fiction. She will also be signing copies of her books for attendees. Save the date. You won’t want to miss it!

“Color Me Green 10k, 5k and Caterpillar Dash”- On Saturday, October 1st, the Frisco Square will be transformed into a Green Square for childhood cancer awareness. The 5th Annual Color Me Green race benefiting TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation brings together childhood cancer patients, advocates, survivors, families and the community to raise awareness and funds to find a cure. The Color Me Green 5k, 10k & Caterpillar Dash kicks off with a 7:30 AM registration and pre-race warm-up, along with a ‘get green’ tent. The Caterpillar Dash one-mile fun run begins at 8 AM and the 10k at 8:30 AM, and the 5k at 9 AM. A Green Party and Awards ceremony begin at 10 AM with a video game truck, face painting, bounce house, and music. Before, during, and after the race, runners and guests can enjoy learning more about healthy living at the Color Me Green Health Fest. Sponsors will have tables set up to promote their healthy lifestyle businesses and products.

“Camp Craig Allen BBQ Cook-Off Fundraiser” – On Friday, October 7th, Seventy-five amateur barbecue teams compete at the ninth annual barbecue cook-off fundraiser and festival for Camp Craig Allen. The event also includes music, games, and entertainment. All proceeds benefit programs and operations at Camp Craig Allen, which helps individuals with physical disabilities and their families. The event begins with a kick off party and casino for adults only tonight. The cook-off will take place tomorrow, October 8th, from 5-11 pm. $25 per person in Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way.

“ME MYSELF I – Gallery Opening” – On Friday, October 7th, at 7pm, thegallery8680 will open its doors on a brand new exhibition. This show will feature all mediums and must be the artists’s original interpretation of “me, myself, I.” Artist submissions are due by midnight on Friday, September 9th, and accepted artists will be announced on Monday, September 12th. To submit work: Email 1>3<10 images in 300dpi digital format, please keep files well organized and manageable. List the size, media and description of works. An artist statement is required with the submission. All submissions should be in jpg files.

“Frisco Arts ART WALK” – On Saturday, October 8th, from 3-9pm, bring the whole family to Hall Office Park for this FREE event to experience the arts like never before. Experience guided tours of the Texas Sculpture Garden, community performances on stage, interactive arts and children’s area, plus popular food and dessert trucks. The day will culminate in an evening concert on the lawn with the “Good Question Band,” so bring a black and enjoy a concert under the stars in the brand new Hall Park Ampitheater.

“LoneStar Storytelling Festival” – Starting Friday, October 14th through Sunday, October 16th, more than 8,000 attendees come from Texas and neighboring states for two days and nights of family fun featuring award-winning storytellers, concerts, puppet shows, folk arts and crafts, and more stories ever told in one setting leaving listeners spellbound in the Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.  Phone: (972) 292-5614

“ARTSEEN TOUR” – On Saturday, October 15th, and Sunday, October 16th, Gallery 8680 is hosting the 6th Annual Artseen Tour in Frisco. This unique event merges artists with the community, allowing guests to see how and where artists work. This year, the tour will be focused on Downtown Frisco, taking place along Main Street, between the Dallas North Tollway and Preston Road. If you’re interested in joining us as an artist for this event, please go to artseentour.com to register.
                     Entry Deadline: TODAY! Thursday, September 15