Frisco Events Weekend RoundUp for Friday, December 18, 2015

HO HO HO, Frisco!  In the midst of all your holiday cheer, don’t forget that today is the LAST DAY FOR TOY DROP-OFF for the Toys For Troops Drive in Frisco Square. Soldiers in uniform will pick up from all Frisco Square donation locations tomorrow.  Besides toys, troops, and tots, explore all the opportunities to remember the reason for the season all this week in Frisco!

Featured this week:

Frisco Lone Star vs Cedar Park for the UIL Div. II 5A High School Football State Championship. There’s probably no one thing more exciting going on this weekend than this game. The state semi-finals was a triple-overtime barn burner. And if last weeks game wasn’t the perfect set up to this weeks final I don’t know what is. The game is happening in Houston so if you can’t make the trip in person, it’s going to be broadcast on FOX Sports Southwest at 12:00 noon.

FOX Sports Southwest

• AT&T UVerse: Ch 753 / 1753 HD
• Time Warner Cable: Ch 318 (SD & HD)
• Direct TV: Ch 676 (SD & HD)
• Grande Communications: Ch 31 / 836 HD
• Verizon FIOS: Ch 76 or 1525 / 576 HD
• DISH: Ch 416 (SD & HD)

Thursday, December 17

“Operation Once in a Lifetime Toys for Troops” – The Toys For Troops Drive will run November 16 through December 17, 2015 in Frisco Square. Soldiers in uniform will pick up from all Frisco Square donation locations on December 18, 2015.

“The Little Mermaid by Star Moments Theatre” – In this tail, rebellious16-year-old mermaid, Ariel, is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls for a human prince. Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. But when plans go awry for the star-crossed lovers, the king must make the ultimate sacrifice for his daughter. Frisco Black Box Theater
Thursday, December 17 @ 5pm
Sunday, December 20 @ 2pm & 5pm

“Wakeland High School Cluster Orchestra Concert” – From 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Wakeland High School Cluster Orchestra Concert includes all feeder middle school orchestras at Wakeland High School.

“Carriage Ride in The Square” – Carriage rides will be available Thursday through Sundays starting on November 27 through January 2nd (weather permitting) from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A horse drawn carriage is one of the many ways to enjoy the Light Extravaganza and will be loading at the corner of Coleman Boulevard and Frisco Square Boulevard.

“Life: Putting the Pieces Together” – Now through January 2nd, 2016, see local artist Milessa Murphy Stewart’s new exhibit at the Frisco Discovery Center. Known for her colorful style, Milessa is a modern impressionist artist whose new collection is called “Life: Putting the Pieces Together.” Stop by the Frisco Discovery Center at 8004 Dallas North Tollway to see more of her beautiful artwork. http://the-artist.net/

Friday, December 18

“Skate the Square” – The return of Skate the Square, an outdoor real ice skating rink will be available November 27th through January 3rd, 2016. The hours are Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. and Friday through Sunday Noon to 10 p.m. except on Christmas Day and weather permitting.http://friscosquare.com/CITS

“Progress Art Gallery” – This gallery is an “outside of the classroom” art opportunity offered to middle and high school students in the Frisco Independent School District. The goal of the “Progress” gallery is to allow students to recognize their true potential as an artist, and to begin growing their resume. The show dates are December 14 – January 6 in FISD Administration Building, 5515 Ohio Drive, Frisco.

“Texas Legends vs. Reno Bighorns” – Tip-off at 7pm in Dr. Pepper Arena.

“Super Friday Fun Night” – 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.

“Free Pictures with Santa” – Frisco RoughRiders: Get FREE pictures Santa this Saturday at the Riders Outpost Holiday Party?! Great deals + MORE from 11am-2pm!

Saturday, December 19

“Christmas in the Square Special Night” – From 5-10pm, in Frisco Square, 8874 Coleman Boulevard. Come and see parachuting Santa, train rides, tubing snow slide, and more! Visit friscosquare.com for details.

“The Nutcracker Ballet by the Collin County Ballet Theatre” – Collin County Ballet Theatre present Nutcracker, A Magical Journey of Young Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to the Kingdom of the Sweets. Family Holiday. A Family Holiday Delight in Heritage High School Auditorium at 3pm and again at 7pm.

“Texas Legends vs. Reno Bighorns” – Tip-off at 7pm in Dr. Pepper Arena. Get your Legends tickets!

“Home for The Holidays by Frisco Chorale with The Plano Symphony” – The Plano Symphony Orchestra and The Frisco Chorale present “Frisco Home for the Holidays” featuring nearly 200 musicians. This concert is considered one of Collin County’s most popular holiday traditions and includes seasonal favorites for orchestra and chorus, the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, humor, and a few surprises.  Frisco High School Auditorium @ 4pm. For single tickets, call the Plano Symphony Orchestra Ticket Office at 972-473-7262, or visit  www.planosymphony.org to purchase tickets online.
All tickets are $15.

Sunday, December 20

“The Little Mermaid by Star Moments Theatre” – In this tail, rebellious16-year-old mermaid, Ariel, is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls for a human prince. Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. But when plans go awry for the star-crossed lovers, the king must make the ultimate sacrifice for his daughter. Frisco Black Box Theater.
Thursday, December 17 @ 5pm
Sunday, December 20 @ 2pm & 5pm

“Heritage Association of Frisco for Santa and Cider” – Join the Heritage Association of Frisco for Cookies and Cider with Santa from 1-4 p.m. at the Frisco Heritage Center. Santa will be in the Smith-Muse Farm House and children will be invited to make old fashioned paper chains to decorate the Christmas tree. Holiday music will be performed in the old Lebanon Church by musicians from Astraios Chamber Music. The blacksmiths will also be working hard in the old-time Gaby’s blacksmith shop and the Victorian Crozier House will be decorated for the season. This is a great time for last minute visits with Santa and family photographs. The event is free.

“Christmas at the Cathedral of Frisco” – Join Elevate Life Church, 8500 Teel Parkway in Frisco, this season for their annual production, Christmas at the Cathedral. This family-friendly and free production is designed to engage and inspire with new and exciting elements including singing, acting, dancing, music and more. This year will feature special guest, Dez Duron from The Voice, as he serenades guests with Christmas favorites. Another exciting element is an electric sting quartet playing Christmas classics in a unique and inspiring way – like you’ve never heard before. In addition to the visually stunning performance, there is a “larger than life” 36-foot Christmas tree in the lobby, perfect for photos, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Claus and other Christmas characters. There is also hot cocoa and cookies in the lobby following each service as a gift to guests!
Learn more at http://www.ElevateLife.com/Christmas
Dates/Times: December 20 at 6:30 p.m.
December 22 at 6:30 p.m.
December 23 at 6:30 p.m.
December 24 at 4 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

“Winter Wonderland Skating” – From 2-7pm in Dr Pepper StarCenter, 2601 Avenue of the Stars. Complete holiday public ice-skating schedule at  www.drpepperstarcenter.com.

Monday, December 21

“Winter Break Camp” – This winter, Sci-Tech will be offering one day camps on December 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th, and 30th.  PreK-K (9am to 12) and 1st – 3rd (8am – 5pm)
THEMES:

• “Holiday Science” — We will be making our own snow globes, learning about super absorbent polymer snow, creating scented holiday paper, growing magic crystal trees and much more holiday science fun!
• “Winter Wonderland” — We will be mixing up a snowstorm in a jar, growing a snowflake, and experimenting with an exploding snowman!
• “Polar Animals” — Find out what a Blubber glove is and why it’s important in the Arctic, discover lots of fun with penguin science and more!
• “Gingerbread Engineering Fun” — Take part in a gingerbread science lab investigation, make your very own sweet treat, and use your STEM skills to engineer your own gingerbread palace!

Tuesday, December 22

“Christmas at the Cathedral of Frisco” – Join Elevate Life Church, 8500 Teel Parkway in Frisco, this season for their annual production, Christmas at the Cathedral. This family-friendly and free production is designed to engage and inspire with new and exciting elements including singing, acting, dancing, music and more. This year will feature special guest, Dez Duron from The Voice, as he serenades guests with Christmas favorites. Another exciting element is an electric sting quartet playing Christmas classics in a unique and inspiring way – like you’ve never heard before. In addition to the visually stunning performance, there is a “larger than life” 36-foot Christmas tree in the lobby, perfect for photos, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Claus and other Christmas characters. There is also hot cocoa and cookies in the lobby following each service as a gift to guests!
Learn more at http://www.ElevateLife.com/Christmas
Dates/Times: December 20 at 6:30 p.m.
December 22 at 6:30 p.m.
December 23 at 6:30 p.m.
December 24 at 4 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

“Winter Break Camp” – This winter, Sci-Tech will be offering one day camps on December 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th and 30th.  PreK-K (9am to 12) and 1st – 3rd (8am – 5pm)
THEMES:

• “Holiday Science” — We will be making our own snow globes, learning about super absorbent polymer snow, creating scented holiday paper, growing magic crystal trees and much more holiday science fun!
• “Winter Wonderland” — We will be mixing up a snowstorm in a jar, growing a snowflake, and experimenting with an exploding snowman!
• “Polar Animals” — Find out what a Blubber glove is and why it’s important in the Arctic, discover lots of fun with penguin science and more!
• “Gingerbread Engineering Fun” — Take part in a gingerbread science lab investigation, make your very own sweet treat, and use your STEM skills to engineer your own gingerbread palace!

Wednesday, December 23

“Christmas at the Cathedral of Frisco” – Join Elevate Life Church, 8500 Teel Parkway in Frisco, this season for their annual production, Christmas at the Cathedral. This family-friendly and free production is designed to engage and inspire with new and exciting elements including singing, acting, dancing, music and more. This year will feature special guest, Dez Duron from The Voice, as he serenades guests with Christmas favorites. Another exciting element is an electric sting quartet playing Christmas classics in a unique and inspiring way – like you’ve never heard before. In addition to the visually stunning performance, there is a “larger than life” 36-foot Christmas tree in the lobby, perfect for photos, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Claus and other Christmas characters. There is also hot cocoa and cookies in the lobby following each service as a gift to guests!
Learn more at http://www.ElevateLife.com/Christmas
Dates/Times: December 20 at 6:30 p.m.
December 22 at 6:30 p.m.
December 23 at 6:30 p.m.
December 24 at 4 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

“Winter Break Camp” – This winter, Sci-Tech will be offering one day camps on December 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th and 30th.  PreK-K (9am to 12) and 1st – 3rd (8am – 5pm)
THEMES:

• “Holiday Science” — We will be making our own snow globes, learning about super absorbent polymer snow, creating scented holiday paper, growing magic crystal trees and much more holiday science fun!
• “Winter Wonderland” — We will be mixing up a snowstorm in a jar, growing a snowflake, and experimenting with an exploding snowman!
• “Polar Animals” — Find out what a Blubber glove is and why it’s important in the Arctic, discover lots of fun with penguin science and more!
• “Gingerbread Engineering Fun” — Take part in a gingerbread science lab investigation, make your very own sweet treat, and use your STEM skills to engineer your own gingerbread palace!

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“Don’t Miss Legends Winter Camp! Sign Up Today! Limited Space Available!” – On December 28, 29, and 30, come join us for exciting basketball action at this winter’s coolest youth basketball camp. For boys and girls ages 6-14, from 9am to 3:30pm each day, your child will learn a variety of skills and drills from the Texas Legends star-studded coaching staff including visits from celebrity guests and complimentary camp gifts.