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Democrats holding wild one in Weston
By Starlocalnews.com
Compiled by Brian Bearden
Bill White’s wife Andrea will be at the Weston Country Cafe at 114 Main Street (543 South) in Weston, Texas, on Sunday afternoon.
Bill White, who is running for governor on the Democratic ticket, will be in McKinney on Thursday morning at Eldorado Country Club for a McKinney Chamber of Commerce Good Morning McKinney event.
- Brian Bearden
Helms joins
Keller Williams Realty
Fred Helms, a real estate sales professional in Celina, has joined the Keller Williams Realty North Country Market Center.
Helms has an extensive background in business and marketing and has been in the real estate industry for six years. he is a multimillion dollar producer and held the Platinum Club Reward for five years with his previous firm.
“We are truly luck to have Fred join us here at the Prosper-Celina Market Center,” team leader Georgina Hennen said.
“Keller Williams Realty offers its associates unparalleled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities in the real estate industry. We know that Fred will be a great fit and that t is our customers who will truly benefit from Fred joining us.”
“I chose Keller Williams Realty because of its reputation for integrity and its agent-centric business model,” Helms said. “I want to continue to grow my real estate business, and Keller Williams Realty provides the training and technology that will help me reach my goals.”
The KW North Country Market Center at 1212 N. Preston Rd. was established in 2008 and has 47 associates. It serves Collin, Denton, Grayson, Fannin, Cook and Dallas counties.
For information call Georgina Hennen at 972-382-8882 or visit www.kwnorthcountry.com.
Ghosts, actors wanted to haunt ranch on Custer
Phantom James Dunn wants to corral as many actors and stage hands as he can get for the haunted village at Storybook Ranch. Call 972-369-0874 to sign up or visit www.storybookranch.com. ...
Neighborhood Night at the Movies brings back Astro Boy on Sept. 24 at Ash Woods Park. The free Friday show series starts at 7:30 p.m. ... Oktoberfest, presented by McKinney Main Street, will be from 4 to 11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24 and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25.
Frommer landing at Travel and Adventure Show
Travel legend Arthur Frommer will be speaking at the event, and there will be free activities like scuba diving, rock climbing and camel rides.
For the first time, the longest-running and highly popular consumer travel series, the Travel and Adventure Show, is coming to Dallas on Oct. 23-24 at the Dallas Convention Center.
The Global Beats Stage presents international music and dancing, and the Cultural Pavilion features everything from henna tattoos and face painting to palm reading. More than 100 exhibitors will be on hand, representing every continent and a variety of domestic destinations. This is an opportunity to go beyond the computer and talk one-on-one with dozens of travel experts - and research and explore travel to both exotic destinations and weekend getaways. For more information on attending or exhibiting in the event, please visit www.adventureexpo.com or call 203-878-2577, ext. 100.
’Cue guru offers tricks for smoking chicken, ribs
Rob Russell of eight-time American Royal Grand Champion BBQ Team, Three Little Pigs, is teaching how to smoke competition style chicken and ribs at Premier Grilling on Sept. 25. Russell has been cooking in BBQ restaurants and competitions for decades, and he is coming to Premier Grilling to show his tips, tricks and award-winning methods. Visitors will learn a lot from this class whether they are a seasoned cook, weekend warrior or just getting into BBQ. Everyone will get to sample top-notch BBQ and have a great time learning. The cost is $75 a person or $130 for two people. The event is BYOB from noon to 4 p.m. Just look for the cedar patio cover and big outdoor kitchen at 7776 W. Main St. in Frisco.
Women realtors hosting area Oktoberfest and Auction
The Women’s Council of REALTORS Collin County Chapter is hosting its 5th Annual Oktoberfest and Auction at the Collin County Association of Realtors Banquet Room at 6821 Coit in Plano at 7 p.m. on Sept. 24.
All you can eat and drink German food, German beer and wine will be served while a variety of music will also be playing, so you can dance the night away on the dance floor. Profits from this event will benefit WCR and the Alzheimer’s Association. Advertising and auction donation opportunities are still available. Tickets can be purchased online at www.collincountywcr.org or through one of the chapter board members.
For information, contact Tara Klein 214-505-1676, Candace Whitsitt 214-284-9130 or Natalie Hawley 972-571-5643.
Women Enhancing Business
Women leaders advise “Be sure to bring lots of business cards” to the next speed networking opportunity at the Women Enhancing Business Luncheon. The event is from 11:30 – 1 p.m. on Sept. 28, at Buca di Beppo in Frisco. The cost is $15, and the menu will include apple gorgonzola salad, penne basilica, ravioli pomodoro and beverages – all served family-style. Register off of the Events page at www.friscochamber.com.
Former Cowboys
The Frisco Police Officers Association is conducting a fundraiser and hosting a team of former Dallas Cowboys in a Flag Football Spectacular.
A team of officers will play such former gridiron greats as Everson Walls, Michael Downs, Kevin Smith and others Saturday, at 1 p.m. Dec. 4th at Heritage High School in Frisco.
4th Annual USI Charity Golf Tournament
The 2010 Families of WWII Golf Tournament will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at the Stonebriar Country Club in Frisco, Texas.
To register, volunteer or become a corporate sponsor, please e-mail info@Familiesww2veterans.org or visit www.usigolf.com.
Apricot & breast cancer awareness
October at select Apricot Lane Boutiques in the McKinney-Allen area will be a month long pink party in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! The national franchise is excited to announce its partnership with The Breast Cancer Society and locally, throughout the month of October, Apricot Lane will donate 10 percent of the sales from 10 featured items directly to The Breast Cancer Society.
The featured items will be: Eco-friendly and unique G Wear Pink Ribbon Tees ($72), Guitar Pick Bling necklaces, handmade with real guitar picks ($48-$58), Let It B Bracelets ($58-$68), Love This Life Resilience tee ($58), Sara Happ Vanilla Bean Lip Scrub ($24), Twist & Pout Lip Clip lip moisturizer ($12), Olive Juice Cadet Style Hats with Pink Ribbon ($28), Olive Juice solid color, fringed scarves with pink ribbon ($24), “Fight Like a Girl” Bottoms Up Wine Glasses ($28), Humanity Leather Wrap ($29). Apricot Lane is located at Watters Creek At Montgomery Farms, Stonebriar Mall and at Firewheel Town Center.
Along with the 10 for 10 initiative throughout October, on Thursday, October 21, Apricot Lane be hosting a one day only pink party in each of the four stores from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On this day 20% of the total sales will be donated to The Breast Cancer Society.
Ladies Night Out at Frisco Square
Frisco Square will be hosting its first ever Ladies Night Out event from 6 – 8 p.m. on Sept. 28. MarketPlace welcomes all ladies to join in for an exclusive evening featuring the artists of the boutique. The MarketPlace at Frisco Square hosts more than 25 boutique businesses selling a variety of specialty items: such as women’s and children’s clothing and accessories, home décor, toys, gifts, and more. Shoppers can indulge in taking advantage of surprise promotions by the merchants, as well as select drawings for prizes. Refreshments will be served. To RSVP, call 972-377-9400.
Fall decorating class announced
Pottery Barn at Stonebriar Centre has scheduled complimentary decorating classes and demonstrations on several weekends throughout September. The final class, Design Your Dream Living Room, will start at 10 a.m. on Sept. 26. Based on the Pottery Barn premise that the best living spaces are relaxing, stylish and inviting, this class will offer tips for decorating living rooms from start to finish.
Red River Tail Gate
Long-time community supporter, Wells Fargo Advisor at 2500 Legacy Drive in Frisco is hosting the Second Annual Red River Tail Gate & Fan Challenge. This fun-filled event will begin at 4 p.m. on Sept. 29 at Lochrann’s Irish Pub & Eatery in Frisco Square.
As a warm-up to the Red River Rivalry game, Wells Fargo Advisors will be hosting an exciting competition between University of Texas and University of Oklahoma fans to see which side can bring in the most monetary contributions and food pantry item donations for Frisco Family Services, a non profit agency dedicated to providing services to individuals and families in need or in crisis.
“We are proud members of the Frisco community and are looking forward to another successful Red River Tail Gate & Fan Challenge,” said Jon Williams, senior vice president of investments and branch manager of the Frisco Office of Wells Fargo Advisors. “We hope this will really help FFS and the families they assist, and that this event will be a fun and exciting way to kick off Red River Rivalry week in the community for years to come.”
All football fans are invited to come out and enjoy food, fun and a little football entertainment and make a donation to show their loyalty for their favorite team. For every food pantry item donated, the team selected by the fan will receive one point towards their score or three points for donating boxed meal helpers or bagged rice. Making a monetary contribution scores a touchdown for six points.
The team with the highest number of points will represent who has the best school spirit. All though neck and neck throughout the night at last year's event, Texas Fans pulled out ahead as the winners of the fan challenge, earning 825 points through their donations.
Everyone can participate in several fan activities and watch clips from previous games. A prize will be awarded in the score prediction contest and a donation of $20 or more will enter people in a drawing to win a pair of tickets to the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 2 at the Cotton Bowl. In addition to the fanfare within the pub, Lochrann’s is once-again creating a special Boomer Sooner and Bevo menu to be enjoyed during the Tail Gate Party.
“We encourage everyone to show their support and ‘team up’ with us for this event," Joni Klarin, FFSC Development Director said. “Many families are in need right here in Frisco, so food donations and financial contributions have an even greater impact now more than ever.”
The Angel League
soccer starts Oct. 7
Soccer season is about to get under way in the Angel League Athletic Association of Texas, which plays Thursday evenings at First Baptist McKinney.
The Angel League accepts players from ages 3 to 13 with any disability, and has 60 kids in the program. Soccer season runs Oct. 7 through Nov. 11.
The six-week basketball season will start Feb. 1. T-Ball will be from April to June. Swimming returns in June and July.
Contact 972-569-0947 for information and registration.
To be included in Brian Bearden’s People and Events column, email bbearden@acnpapers.com. His column runs on Wednesday and Sunday in the newspaper.
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