This Week in Frisco – Week of Monday, May 25, 2020

Rain, rain, rain…and more rain. It’s a great week to enjoy a virtual event, read a good book, or have some unconventional fun with your kids!

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What TO DO this week:

Join the latest SmART Men conversation.
Tuesday, May 26, 12:00 pm. Join Frisco Arts Executive Director Tammy Meinershagen on Facebook Live for a talk with Robert M. Edsel, the #1 NY Times bestselling author of “The Monuments Men”.

Learn about the future of football.
Tuesday, May 26, 6:30 pm. Learn about Interactive Football’s innovative, inclusive, safe, and fun addition to the football family. This webinar will introduce you to the wearable wireless technology that may be the future of football. (Bonus: Listen to our interview with Interactive Football on the Hustle & Pro Sports Podcast.)

Lunch and Learn with Code Authority.
Thursday, May 28, 12:00 pm. Joe Brinkman, Co-Founder of DotNetNuke (DNN) shares his expert opinion on when it’s appropriate to continue utilizing DNN versus when you should transition to another CMS platform.

Journal for Happiness and Stress Release.
Thursday, May 28, 4:45 pm. This one-hour Zoom Creative Writing Workshop with Write On! Frisco will show you ways to find happiness and release stress through journaling.

Rock the Isolation with Melody of Hope.
Friday, May 29, 8:00 pm on Facebook. MOH hopes these weekly performances boost the morale of our community during this difficult time, and provide financial support to artists and nonprofit partners.

Save the Date – HeartStories’ GNO at Home.
Thursday, June 4 at 6:30 pm. Join the “Like It’s Your Birthday” GNO! HeartStories turns four in June, which is THE best excuse to celebrate how beautifully you’ve grown over the last year!

Ways to PLAY this week:

Hop in the car and try one of these DAY TRIP ideas:
Day Trips North of Frisco | Ladonia Fossil Park | Frisco Guide to Family-Friendly Day Trips | 5 Places to Road Trip in 5 Hours or Less | Five North Texas Distilleries That Deserve Your Attention | Wild Berry Farm is Frisco’s Sweet Summer Destination

BUST through the BORE-ANTINE with these hilarious and unconventional ideas to keep things light with your teens, tweens, and littles. Trust us — this is laugh-out-loud, memory-making material!

Stuff you NEED TO KNOW

Who’s offering a summer camp for kids:
Browse: Summer Camps for Kids in Frisco

What to do if you run into a local critter:
Read: How to Coexist with Urban Wildlife in Frisco

Ways to put make your health and wellness a priority:
Read: 5 Ways to Add Fun to Your Family Walks | 10 Reasons Why You Need Restorative Yoga in Your Life | 5 Practical Ways to Support Mental Wellness at Home | 7 Fun Ways to Get Fit and Make Memories as a Family | 6 Classes That Will Inspire Your Yoga Journey

Where you can find LOCAL COVID-19 Resources:
Visit: City of Frisco Coronavirus Information |
Frisco Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resources and Information

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It’s Your Move.

9430 Blackthorn Trail, Frisco, TX, 75033: Beautifully updated inside and out! Curb appeal is only the beginning! Wood-like tile downstairs and modern lighting. Sleek, bright kitchen w quartz ctrtps, beveled subway tile bcksplsh…

7634 Nichols Trail, Frisco, TX, 75036: Custom home w over $150K in builder upgrades and $80K since closing! Gorgeous wood flooring, plantation shutters, beautiful lighting. Kitchen w large marble islnd w farm sink…

9503 Dickens Ln, Frisco, TX, 75033: Wonderful family home with tons of upgrades! Fresh paint, new carpet, updated kitchen, modern lighting, new sod, and more. Beautiful entry w stacked living and dining area…

751 High Willow Dr, Prosper, TX, 75078: Wonderful single-story family home w beautiful updates and wonderful backyard with pool. Dining off entry w butler pantry pass through. Updated kitchen w new quartz countertops…

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May Deals and Discounts

Bottled in Bond: Starting May 13th, Bottled In Bond is open for business offering dine in, take out, and delivery.
Horizon Hot Yoga: OPENING MONDAY, MAY 18! Active members can register now for classes. Get an Intro package (first-time students) for $59 or 3-month Summer Season Pass special for $199 through June 7. PLUS, shop Manduka mats 30% off and all towels 15% off.
Code Authority: Lunch and Learn Virtually with Code Authority! They’re talking Tech Start Up Funding and When to Migrate Content Management Systems. Find details here: codeauthority.com/events
Write On! Frisco: Offering 10 weeks of 1/2 Day and Full Day Summer Camps and 1/4 Day Zoom Camps. Camps unleash the imagination and discover the writer within, while developing literacy skills, building confidence, and encouraging creativity. Use code: LF10 for $10 Off Any Zoom Summer Camp and LF25 for $25 Off Any Summer Camp
POParella’s Gourmet Popcorn and Treats: Chill Night box for only $29.56 total (after tax and discount) contains popcorn, real sugar Dr. Pepper, candied nuts and fudge! Curbside delivery as well as Free Ubereats delivery for most of Frisco or 35% off Grubhub orders! 30% off orders through POParellas.com.
Practical Fitness: Since 2009, we are one-on-one, 100% Private. Now offering slow-motion, low-impact, high-intensity one-on-one online sessions in the comfort of your home. All sessions are personalized to your fitness level, abilities, and goals. Just go to pracfit.com to schedule your initial consultation.
Tutor Doctor: Complimentary Test Planning Consultation, FREE Virtual Practice ACT & SAT Tests, PLUS Summer Savings Specials! Contact Tutor Doctor’s office for more details: 972-703-9344
UT Southwestern Frisco: UT Southwestern’s medical and scientific experts are working to respond to the COVID-19 crisis and to keep you informed with “What To Know” – a weekly online video and Q&A series. New episodes every Friday morning.
BEYOND Studios: BEYOND is reopening June 1st for group classes, nutrition coaching, and retail boutique shopping. New clients, get started with 2 classes for $29 (BONUS: includes 2 weeks of BEYOND Virtual Studio access). There’s never been a better time to transform your fitness and health!
Countdown 2 Escape: We’ve escaped the lockdown and are open Friday, May 22! Also, shop our site littlebitofhappytx.com. Use code OVERIT for free local delivery.
Mochas and Javas: The cafe is OPEN with limited seating, and of course our wonderful patio! As always, enjoy HALF OFF all food items on the last Saturday of the month!
Frisco School of Music and Performing Arts: NEW ONLINE MUSIC LESSON PACKAGE! First lesson FREE with purchase of Online Lesson Package. New Students Only, expires May 31, 2020. Call 214-436-4058.
Culture A Day Spa: We are open! Come on in for facials, waxing, body treatments, lashes, and to shop our retail products!
Frisco Fresh Market: Order online and pick up curbside at Frisco Fresh Market! Shop local! Farm Fresh! Local!
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