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This weekend it’s Aladdin, RoughRiders baseball, FC Dallas, art exhibits, live music, and more fun things to do in Frisco.
Featured this week:
Our feature this week is just for a bit of fun. By now you’ve probably heard about Nerdvana, the new coffee shop in Frisco Square. But you may have missed the part about “Coffee Ripples.” It’s an app that let’s you send Nerdvana an image that will be printed on your cappuccino or other frothy drink. It might be your face, logo, a quote, or something else. The app is easy to use and free to download. Apple – Android
Thursday, July 28
“ALADDIN KIDS” – When the street urchin, Aladdin, vies for the attention of the beautiful princess, Jasmine, he uses a genie’s magic power to become a prince in order to marry her. Iago, Jafar, the Genie and more are here in Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem and the power of love. Frisco Youth Theatre performs in the Black Box Theater, Frisco Discovery Center. July 28th – 30th. Tickets are $10-$12.
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. San Antonio Missions” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
Live Music:
Friday, July 29
“Barre3 Anywhere Nutritional Workshop: SUGAR” – Join us at 11:15am for our first barre3 nutritional workshop to discuss the most important substance that is affecting our health: SUGAR. Register online to attend at barre3, 8855 Coleman Blvd. Frisco, 75034
“ALADDIN KIDS” – When the street urchin, Aladdin, vies for the attention of the beautiful princess, Jasmine, he uses a genie’s magic power to become a prince in order to marry her. Iago, Jafar, the Genie and more are here in Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem and the power of love. Frisco Youth Theatre performs in the Black Box Theater, Frisco Discovery Center. July 28th – 30th. Tickets are $10-$12.
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. San Antonio Missions” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
Live Music:
Saturday, July 30
“Hip Hop Hooray – Old Skool Hip Hop” – The bad boyzzz of Hip Hop Hooray are COMING BACK to bring you all the OLD SKOOL classics! Take a journey back in time at Rock 101 Grill with this incredibly exciting and talented group of performers as the slam the hits on stage like you haven’t seen them since the 80’s and 90’s! It’s a show you won’t soon forget! There will be a $5 cover charge this night or you can pre-purchase a table for just a few bucks more by clicking the link!! Rock 101 Grill, 2833 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, 75033
“ALADDIN KIDS” – When the street urchin, Aladdin, vies for the attention of the beautiful princess, Jasmine, he uses a genie’s magic power to become a prince in order to marry her. Iago, Jafar, the Genie and more are here in Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem and the power of love. Frisco Youth Theatre performs in the Black Box Theater, Frisco Discovery Center. July 28th – 30th. Tickets are $10-$12.
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. San Antonio Missions” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
“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 in May for the best produce and homemade goods in Frisco.
Live Music:
Sunday, July 31
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. San Antonio Missions” – First pitch thrown at 6:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
“FC Dallas vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC” – Match starts at 5pm in Toyota Stadium. Get your FC Dallas tickets!
“Seascapes Exhibition | Life of the Sea” – An art exhibition featuring 27 local artists showing us their works and interpretation of Life of the Sea at gallery8680. From 2pm to 4pm, the exhibition sponsored by the partnership gallery8680 has with Frisco Arts. 8680 Main Street, Suite 1E, Frisco 75034
Monday, August 1
“Frisco Chamber of Commerce New Teacher Welcome” – The Frisco Chamber of Commerce will welcome approximately 700 new Frisco Independent School District teachers and staff at the New Teacher Welcome on Monday, August 1, 2016. The New Teacher Welcome, sponsored by CoServ, will be held at Reedy High School, 3003 Stonebrook Parkway, Frisco.
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. Midland Rockhounds” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
Tuesday, August 2
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. Midland Rockhounds” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
“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 meetings live online! Select “video” next to the listing for the current meeting date at the above link.
Wednesday, August 3
“Frisco RoughRiders vs. Midland Rockhounds” – First pitch thrown at 7:05pm in Dr Pepper Ballpark. Please Note: Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket, but must sit on a lap. Get your RoughRiders tickets!
GET READY FOR:
“Unveiling of CLOUDSCAPE” – On Friday August 12th, join us and the City of Frisco Public Art Collection for the unveiling of CLOUDSCAPE. CLOUDSCAPE is the newest work of Public Art coming soon to Harold Bacchus Community Park. 11:30am to 1:30pm at the Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 Dallas Parkway, Frisco 75034. The unveiling ceremony will be followed by a presentation by the artist Joshua Weiner. Refreshments will be served, but you must RSVP to rdeo@friscotexas.gov
“FRISCO’S GOT TALENT!” – Entry deadline on July 31st, hosted by the Frisco Youth Theatre. YouTube video submissions for live showcase. Frisco residents and FISD students are invited to enter a community-wide performing arts competition. This is an opportunity to showcase the amazing talent of Frisco students while recognizing their hard work and encouraging them to continue to develop their talent. Final performances to be held on August 27th and 28th.
“Dive-In Movies” – On Friday, August 5th, see “The Good Dinosaur” by floating in the pool and lazy river while you watch a movie under the stars at the Frisco Water Park. Friday night family fun can’t get better than this! Frisco Water Park at the FAC. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 20, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. Gate opens at 8:00 p.m.
$8 per person; children under 2 are free, but must have a ticket for entry.
Under 2 tickets are limited and must be picked up at the Frisco Athletic Center. Water features will remain on until the movie starts at sunset and the concessions stand will be open.
“Driving Miss Daisy” – Tickets are on sale for the production of DRIVING MISS DAISY, A PULITZER PRIZE WINNING PLAY BY ALFRED UHRY. Play will be performed August 5th through the 21st. Directed by Evelyn Davis. Starring Fradonna Griffin, Jerry Barrax and Shane Beeson. Performed in the Black Box Theater in the Frisco Discovery Center. A warm hearted, humorous and affecting study of the unlikely relationship between an aging. crotchety white Southern lady and a proud, soft spoken black man.
“Call for Artists: ART IN THE ATRIUM 13” – Twice a year, the City of Frisco’s Public Art Program makes calls for artists’ work to be included in Art in the Atrium. This exhibition series features 2-Dimensional artwork from North Texas artists. Artwork is exhibited throughout the George A. Purefoy Municipal Center for approximately six months. This is an ideal opportunity for artists eager to share their works of art and vision with the community.
Submissions are open for Art in the Atrium 13, a biannual exhibition of 2-Dimensional art open to artists of the North Texas Region and submissions will close Monday, August 22, 2016.. Submit up to 5 images of current 2-Dimensional work (created within the past 18 months). Exhibition will be on view in Frisco’s George A. Purefoy Municipal Center with an exclusive artist reception and opening of the exhibit on Monday, October 17th. Easy online art submission process!
About Wendi McGowan-Ellis
With over 20 years intra- and entrepreneurial experience, Wendi is the Co-Founder and CEO at Lifestyle Frisco. A Frisco-focused Digital Diva, Public Speaker, Champagne Snob, Shopaholic, Author, Aesthete, and Decoratif.
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