This Week in Frisco – Week of Monday January 8, 2018

We’re kicking January into high gear with a Beauty and the Beast performance, a Reverse Happy Hour, the FISD School Board recognition reception, and Ladies Who Launch… all This Week in Frisco!

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Monday, January 8

Kids & Family

School Board Recognition Reception – Students, parents and community members are invited to join FISD educators in recognizing the contributions of School Board members during a reception from 5pm to 6pm before the regular Board meeting. 5515 Ohio Drive in the Administration Building lobby. The annual event is an opportunity to recognize Board members for their dedication to our school district and service to the community. The event will include light refreshments and entertainment.

Tuesday, January 9

Shopping & Dining

$2 Tuesdays in Frisco Square –

• $2 off one (1) supplement of your choice when you mention $2sdays at Functional Health Center at Frisco Square
• $2.50 Cannoli at Pizzeria Testa
• $2 off admission price for open play at The COOP Frisco
• $2 2-POP original or a Half-POP #1 Season Popcorn at POParella’s Gourmet Popcorn & Treats
• $2.50 Cake Pops at Fluellen Cupcakes
• $2.50 Domestic Bottles Monday-Friday 4-7 PM Only at Jakes Uptown
• $2 off the drop in class rate of $23 (any Tuesday Class, Purchase in studio, $21 per person) at barre3 Frisco
• $2 home warranty when you buy from WDR or 2% listing side commission at William Davis Realty – Ask for Suzanne or Marla

**Offers good at participating locations and may change without notice. All offers exclude sales tax. Sales tax will be included where applicable.**

Wednesday, January 10

Arts

Frisco Arts “Ladies Who Launch” – Where Arts and Business collide, join the ladies of Frisco Arts for their January event at 11:30am to 1pm at Bazille Cafe inside Nordstroms at Stonebriar mall. Ladies Who Launch is a unique networking opportunity for women in arts and business. Whether you’re an artist, business woman, nonprofit leader with a heart for the arts, or interested in all of the above, you’re welcome to attend. Ladies only, please! Lunch will be a set menu of 4 options + non-alcoholic beverage for $15. Alcoholic beverages/desserts paid separately. Please RSVP to Barbara@friscoarts.org.

Thursday, January 11

Kids & Family

Wakeland Wolverine Theatre Presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” – The talented students of Wakeland High School’s Wolverine Theatre Department are proud to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! The show will perform Jan 11, 12, and 13 at 7:00, Jan. 20 at 2:00 (this 2:00 show is an autism-friendly performance, please see additional listing in our “Get Ready For” section further down on the page for more details), Jan. 20 at 7:00, and January 21 at 2:00. Tickets are available online at tickets.friscoisd.org. Please e-mail or call Jonette Dalfonzo with any questions. dalfonzj@friscoisd.org. 469-633-5736.

Friday, January 12

Arts

“Linking Cultures of Frisco – Many Cultures… One Dream” Dinner & Gala – Dinner and gala starting at 7pm featuring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oration Contest at Verona Villa, 6591 Dallas Parkway. Get your tickets NOW!

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Through Sunday, January 21st, Sha la la Joseph you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat ahead of your time! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. Frisco Youth Theatre at Frisco Discovery Center.

Russ Hewitt: Free Concert at Lincoln Experience Center – Enjoy a FREE concert by GRAMMY-nominated guitarist Russ Hewitt at the Lincoln Experience Center at the Star in Frisco. Bring a friend from 6-8pm for light bites, select drinks, and fabulous music! RSVP online at Lincoln.com/ExperienceCenter.

Kids and Family

Wakeland Wolverine Theatre Presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast – The talented students of Wakeland High School’s Wolverine Theatre Department are proud to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! The show will perform Jan 11, 12, and 13 at 7:00, Jan. 20 at 2:00 (this 2:00 show is an autism-friendly performance, please see additional listing in our “Get Ready For” section further down on the page for more details), Jan. 20 at 7:00, and January 21 at 2:00. Tickets are available online at tickets.friscoisd.org. Please e-mail or call Jonette Dalfonzo with any questions. dalfonzj@friscoisd.org. 469-633-5736.

Shopping & Dining

Reverse Happy Hour at NerdvanaSpirits – Nerdvana Spirits Reverse Happy Hour! Get half off all pints of beer, single liquor cocktails, and wine by the glass! Friday and Saturdays from 10pm to 12am.

Live Music

Suburban Dilemma performs Live – 9pm at The Frisco Bar.

Saturday, January 13

Shopping & Dining

Reverse Happy Hour at NerdvanaSpirits – Nerdvana Spirits Reverse Happy Hour! Get half off all pints of beer, single liquor cocktails, and wine by the glass! Friday and Saturdays from 10pm to 12am.

Kids and Family

Wakeland Wolverine Theatre Presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast – The talented students of Wakeland High School’s Wolverine Theatre Department are proud to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! The show will perform Jan 11, 12, and 13 at 7:00, Jan. 20 at 2:00 (this 2:00 show is an autism-friendly performance, please see additional listing in our “Get Ready For” section further down on the page for more details), Jan. 20 at 7:00, and January 21 at 2:00. Tickets are available online at tickets.friscoisd.org. Please e-mail or call Jonette Dalfonzo with any questions. dalfonzj@friscoisd.org. 469-633-5736.

Live Music

Face Down performs Live – 9pm at The Frisco Bar.

Sunday, January 14

Arts

“Realistic Eyes” Artistic Workshop – Eyes have never been one of the easiest to master, but MFA FFA Education Director Zahra Jahanyford helps you raise your skill level with “Realistic Eyes” workshop. 2pm to 4pm for only $55.

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Deals & Discounts

• SkinBasix: Happy New Year from SkinBasix! And new services are now being offered: Back Facial for $80, and is your skin looking less radiant? Try the Rejuvenated Glow Facial – $85
• ReNue Pharmacy: 10% off dietary supplements.
• Decluttered Spaces: “Purposeful Plan” – 2-hour consultation $50 / “Creating Calm” – 1-hour consultation and 2 hours organizing $120 / “Full Harmony” 2-hour consultation and 4 hours of organizing $230
• UP Inspired Kitchen: Live it UP in 2018 with clean eating, joy sharing and gratitude giving! Feel like a winter cold is brewing? A cup of UP Inspired Kitchen’s bone broth and a shot of Ginger from Buda Juice is the answer!
• Vitality Bowls: Start 2018 fresh! Try our delicious new smoothie menu today featuring superfoods like spirulina, hemp seeds, maca, dates, matcha, chia seeds, as well as fresh juiced orange, apple and more. Our new additions include Go Green, Matcha Madness, Pitaya Punch, Maca Me, and Immunity Smoothie!
• Jungle Joe’s: PARENTS NIGHT OUT: Time for a well-deserved night out! On February 9th, bring your kiddos for free play, craft time, a movie and a yummy meal while you get away! Add a kid’s meal and a drink from our Joe’s Cafe for $4.99!
  Drop-offs begin at 4:00 PM but you can drop off anytime after 4:00. It’s your night! You decide when you want the kiddos to join us for the FUN! Kiddos must be potty-trained.
• Homewatch Caregivers: Do you have a loved one that needs care? Call today to schedule your complimentary in-home evaluation to determine the unique needs of each of your loved ones.
• Monat Anti-Aging Hair Care: If your hair could use a little anti-aging help, get a FREE personalized consult, 15% discount on products and free shipping from Lisa Stubbs with Monat Anti-Aging Hair Care.
• Two Men and a Truck offers lower rates Monday – Wednesday.
• FriscoRX Pharmacy: Get your seasonal flu shot. Usually $0 with insurance and only $28.99 cash price at FriscoRX.

GET READY FOR:

• Town Hall on Frisco ISD – On Tuesday, January 16th, join Frisco Chamber Governmental Affairs as we hold a discussion with Frisco ISD Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip and Board of Trustee’s President John Classe. Public school funding, workforce development, and the future of a fast-growing ISD are the topics of discussion. If you have questions about Frisco ISD, this is the place to have them answered at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, 6843 Main Street. Free and open to the public.
• Wakeland Wolverine Theatre Presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast – On January 20 at 2pm. While open to anyone to attend, the performance will be a unique experience specifically designed to cater to the needs of the Autism community. Lighting levels will be adjusted, sound levels and orchestra levels minimized and house lights will remain dimly lit for the entire production. Their goal for this performance is to create an experience for parents to bring their children who are not always able to attend theatrical style events as they may be louder or distracting to those around them. Tickets are available online at tickets.friscoisd.org. Please e-mail or call Jonette Dalfonzo with any questions. dalfonzj@friscoisd.org. 469-633-5736.
• Harmony After the Holidays – On Saturday, January 20, 9am-12pm, the Frisco ISD Student and Parent Empowerment program continues their monthly series of seminars open to students in grades K-12 with their parents or guardians. Each month features a new topic and presenter to enrich the lives of children and give parents a toolbox for helping their kids navigate their school years and beyond. January’s program, Harmony After the Holidays, will explore the way your family functions, the family’s values, and discuss and assess any areas for improvement. The program meets one Saturday a month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Student Opportunity Center, 6928 Maple Street in Frisco.
• 22nd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance – On Saturday, February 3rd, the theme is “Be Our Guest” in Frisco Conference Center. Tickets go on sale December 11th. $20 per person for Frisco residents; $25 per person for nonresidents. Both dads and daughters must both have tickets. Dance Times:  Pre K-K: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.;  1^st – 2^nd: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.;  3^rd – 4^th: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.;  5^th – 6^th: 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
• Trick-A-Trout – On Saturday, February 10th, starting at 8am, the Trick-A-Trout Kid Fish is a great opportunity for first time anglers to try the sport of fishing. Because only kids up through age 16 will be allowed to fish for the first three hours, they will have a chance to hone their fishing skills. The average size of the fish will be eight to ten inches and the daily bag limit is five per child. 3,000 Rainbow Trout are released in the Frisco Commons pond, located north of the main pavilion. 8000 McKinney Road. Please bring your own fishing gear and bait. There will be no concessions at the park, so bring your own drinks and snacks. Everyone is encouraged to keep what they catch since trout cannot survive when water temperatures rise in the spring.  This event is rain or shine so everyone is encouraged to be prepared for the weather.
• 9th Annual Arts in the Square – On Saturday, March 24 – Sunday, March 25, from 11am to 6pm, AITS is a Juried Fine Arts and Crafts festival featuring over 120 of the best local and regional artists selling their handmade creations. In addition to providing the community with a high-quality cultural event and Frisco ISD student performances, the festival proceeds assist local charity partners by hosting an Empty Bowls booth benefiting Frisco Family Services.
• 7th Annual Frisco StrEATS Food Truck & Music Festival – On Saturday, April 14th, from 12noon to 7pm, StrEATS, gourmet food truck and music festival, is The longest running food truck event in North Texas!! 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.