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COWBOY UP AND TAKE DAD TO THE ULTIMATE BARBECUE AND RODEO EVENT AT SOUTHFORK RANCH SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Dad has always saddled up to take care of you, so for Father’s Day this year, Southfork Ranch has made it easy for you to salute him with a unique and special celebration. On Saturday, June 15, Southfork Ranch is hosting a Father’s Day BBQ Buffet and Rodeo with food and fun for the whole family.

 

The BBQ buffet will be served in the Atrium at Southfork Ranch from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 15. Guests will enjoy a full feast of smoked meats, traditional sides and desserts. Non-alcoholic beverages are included. Plus, adults 21+ will get one complimentary beer or whiskey cocktail. Additional cocktails are available for purchase. If Dad is a whiskey lover, you can treat him to an Around the World Whiskey Flight for only $30.

 

Father’s Day BBQ Buffet

 

Salad:

  • Caesar Salad, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Cheese
  • Watermelon Salad

 

BBQ Meats:

  • BBQ Brisket
  • Pulled Pork
  • BBQ Chicken

 

Sides:

  • Dauphinoise Potatoes
  • Five Cheese Mac & Cheese
  • Seasonal Vegetables
  • Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins, Rolls and Creamy Butter

 

Chef’s Selection of Desserts

 

Around the World Whiskey Flights: $30 plus 7.25% sales tax

  • Micheter’s American Whiskey
  • Ardbeg 10 Year Single Malt Whisky
  • Amrut Fusion Single Malt Whisky
  • Toki Japanese Whisky

 

Following dinner, guests will stroll to Southfork’s Rodeo Arena, where they will enjoy a rodeo performance including rodeo clowns, wranglers, bucking bulls, bucking horses and all the rodeo fun courtesy of Ellis Rodeo and Western Entertainment. The rodeo performance will be from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase at the rodeo arena.

 

Tickets for the BBQ Buffet and Rodeo are $85 for adults and $40 for children 6-12. Children 5 and younger are free. Standalone tickets can be purchased for either the dinner or the rodeo as well.

 

WHAT:  Father’s Day BBQ Buffet and Rodeo

 

WHERE: Southfork Ranch

              3700 Hogge Dr., Parker, TX 75002

 

WHEN:  Saturday, June 15, 6 – 10 p.m.

              6-8 p.m.                           BBQ Buffet Dinner

              8:30-9:30 p.m.                 Rodeo

 

PRICE:   Adults Rodeo and Dinner - $85

              Kids (6-12) Rodeo and Dinner - $40

 

Adult Dinner Only - $69

              Kids (6-12) Dinner Only - $32

 

              Adult Rodeo Only - $40

              Kids (6-12) Rodeo Only - $20

 

              All prices plus 7.25% sales tax

 

PARKING:           Free, enter at Gate 1

 

TICKETS:             Eventbrite.com

 

INFORMATION: southforkranch.com/events/bbq/

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Shelton Valedictorian Charles Mitts plans to study Business at Indiana University.

Shelton, the largest independent school for students with learning differences, honored the Class of 2024 at graduation on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. on the Shelton football field. 

Shelton Executive Director Suzanne Stell told the graduates, "We celebrate you, your commitment, the community you have built, your resilience and your persistence." Graduation speaker Chase Miller (Shelton Class of 2014), a Principal at NAI Robert Lynn, told the graduates to "embrace the adventure, have a strong work ethic and work through adversity."

Valedictorian Charles Mitts, who started at Shelton School in the sixth grade, spoke at the graduation about the passion and joy of learning. Charles will major in Business at Indiana University in Bloomington. “Shelton, please accept my gratitude,” Charles said in the graduation program. “The teachers, classmates and friends helped me grow into a more authentic version of myself during my time in high school and always maintained a positive, enjoyable atmosphere both inside and outside the classroom."

Salutatorian Nicole Seale, who attended Shelton since the sixth grade, delivered the benediction. Nicole will attend Texas Christian University, where she is considering majoring in Finance. “Attending Shelton, which is tailored for learning differences, benefitted me and my family," she said in the graduation program. "From the small classrooms that allow for more personalized attention from teachers and the strong sense of community to the inclusive learning environment, Shelton has allowed me to embrace my unique learning style, empowered me to excel academically and confidently and pursue leadership roles."

Students are overcoming the odds and accomplishing great things at Shelton. The 79 members of the Shelton Class of 2024 received 377 acceptances to 114 different colleges and universities and $7,230,196 in merit scholarships. They are headed to 43 different colleges across 18 states and one country. 

Here are some of the accomplishments of the students in the Class of 2024:

  • Two of Shelton’s seniors scored a perfect score of 36 on the ACT Reading. 

  • Seven scored 30 or higher on the ACT composite, and many scored 30 or higher on the ACT English, Reading, Math, Science and STEM sections.  

  • Maya Kamen received two prestigious and competitive scholarships, including the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Levine Scholars Program and the Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program. Maya accepted the UNCC opportunity, which provides full tuition, an $8,000 service grant and four summer experiences, including study abroad and internships.

  • Lane McCranie signed to play lacrosse at Southwestern University.

  • Four seniors were accepted into competitive Fine Arts programs at the collegiate level: 

    • Kathryn Brockette was accepted into the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting program at New York University.

    • Addison Peacock accepted a position in the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts program at Southern Methodist University.

    • Max Innes committed to the five-year Bachelor of Architecture program at Tulane University.

    • Jordan Johnson will study in the Visual Art program at Austin College.

Here are Shelton’s Top 10 graduates: 

  • Charles Mitts, Valedictorian; college plans: Indiana University at Bloomington, majoring in Business

  • Nicole Seale, Salutatorian; college plans: Texas Christian University, considering majoring in Finance

  • Lilly Barnett, college plans: Texas A&M, majoring in Engineering

  • Ryan Cuzalina, college plans: Texas Christian University, majoring in Biology

  • Zoey Degani, college plans: Iowa State University, majoring in Astrophysics

  • Sophia Dorward, College plans: Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa, majoring in English or History

  • Kylie Gingold, college plans: Texas A&M, majoring in Business

  • Lauren Johnston, college plans: Austin College, undecided major

  • Jesi Roberts, college plans: University of Oklahoma, majoring in Business

  • Sam Rubin, college plans: University of Denver, majoring in Engineering

Stell praised the graduates, saying, "You have demonstrated amazing resiliency. You learned that having a learning difference can also be a gift."

 

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The Storehouse Announces Name Change Pictured at The Storehouse 15th Anniversary Celebration following the name change announcement: St. Andrew Sr. Pastor Arthur Jones, The Storehouse CEO Candace Winslow, longtime volunteer Nancy Kurkowski, who is the author of the new book We Are Your Neighbors-Stories from The Storehouse; Sharon Hasley, founder of The Storehouse; and The Storehouse Board Chair Michele Thatcher.

A beacon of hope for neighbors throughout North Texas, The Storehouse’s new name more accurately reflects the region served and the nonprofit’s direction for the future 

The Storehouse of Collin County announced that its name is changing to The Storehouse Community Center, effective immediately. The announcement was made on May 16 at the nonprofit’s 15th anniversary celebration.  During the last 15 years, The Storehouse has seen growth across a wider geographic area due to its strategic location at the intersection of Dallas, Collin, and Denton counties. The new name, The Storehouse Community Center, is a more accurate reflection of this unique hub where neighbors, regardless of zip code, may come for support, hope, and transformation.

At the time of its founding as the Seven Loaves food pantry in 2009, The Storehouse only served neighbors within a specific list of zip codes. Those restrictions were lifted in 2020 at the start of the pandemic, and since that time, the number of families throughout North Texas who seek assistance at The Storehouse has steadily increased. In 2023, 68% of those served at The Storehouse resided in the city of Dallas.

“While East, West, and South Dallas receive substantial support in the metroplex, we know from our neighbors that there is invisible poverty in North Dallas,” said Candace Winslow, CEO, The Storehouse Community Center. “This was demonstrated by a more than 400% increase in our service numbers from the start of the pandemic until today. It is our desire to be a champion for North Dallas—serving the neighbors and needs in this community deeply and transformationally.”

The Storehouse’s pathway of programs serves neighbors holistically and includes a food pantry, a clothing closet, a resource referral program, and an education program that offers job, language, and life skills training. This pathway culminates in a job partnership program connecting neighbors with stable, high-quality employment opportunities. Presently, The Storehouse serves around 5,000 families per month.

“Through our job partnerships, first Lux Ice, and more recently, Hilti, we are seeing our neighbors thrive on their individual pathways to transformation,” added Winslow. “Our integrated programs are designed to support them on their journeys from food insecurity to stable high-quality employment, and our vision is to change the life trajectories of 20% of the individuals we serve.”

“Our mission at The Storehouse is to feed, clothe, and care for our neighbors in one community,” added Winslow. “We will continue to adapt, change, and develop new programs based on the needs of our neighbors on their pathways to transformation. The Storehouse Community Center – a warm and safe hub for our neighbors from across the region to come together and feel loved and supported – reflects who we are today and who we want to be tomorrow.”

 

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The Storehouse Community Center (formerly The Storehouse of Collin County), is a nonprofit founded in 2009 that provides short-term help and long-term transformation to residents in North Texas through a pathway of programs. Seven Loaves Food Pantry serves around 5,000 families each month; Joseph’s Coat Clothing Closet provides clothing at no cost; Project Hope Neighbor Care offers case management and resource referral; and The Academy Education Program provides free and reduced-cost classes to assist with language, job, and life skills development. During its previous fiscal year, The Storehouse served 149,064 unduplicated neighbors with the support of more than 2,000 volunteers. In August 2023, the North Texas Food Bank honored The Storehouse with the Hope for Tomorrow Award, and in September 2023, The Storehouse was named a Dallas Morning News Charity. Visit www.thestorehousecc.org. The Storehouse EIN: 27-1883333

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Photo credit: Texas Woman's University Sitting, left to right: Texas Woman’s University Regent Chair Stacie McDavid, Chancellor Carine Feyten, Mike A. Myers, Henry “Hank” Fink (president of Johanniter Humanitarian Group of Texas), Dr. Jyutika Mehta (Director of the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center). Standing, left to right: Monica Christopher (TWU Dallas president), Regent Jill Jester, Regent Kathleen Wu, Regent Janelle Shepard, Regent Bob Hyde, Student Regent Jianna Covarelli, Regent Ellen Amirkhan, Regent Bernadette Coleman, and Regent Mary Wilson.

Dallas businessman and philanthropist Mike A. Myers has given a $2 million gift to Texas Woman’s stroke center to be used to expand research, patient and family services, and inter-professional training opportunities.

In recognition of the Myers gift, the Texas Woman’s University System Board of Regents on Friday renamed the center the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center.

“This gift is truly transformative,” said Jyutika Mehta, PhD, the Stroke Center’s director. “We will be able to grow significantly and support many more individuals and families who need neuro-rehabilitative support, assist those from bilingual backgrounds and continue to support those who are uninsured and underinsured. Additionally, this will allow the center to train many more students in cutting-edge, clinical and research-based protocols.”

The center, established in 1992 by Texas Woman’s University to provide specialized treatment for patients who experience a stroke or head injury, also conducts research and training for TWU graduate students. The center does not charge patients and is funded primarily through grants and contributions.

The gift will be used to support a variety of operations, including research and patient services, which includes adding bilingual clinicians and programming and expanding services to include hearing assessments and treatment directed at improving feeding and swallowing.

“This extraordinary center is a lifeline to the Dallas community and provides a critical service to so many patients who otherwise may not be able to afford this level of treatment. It is personally gratifying to see centers such as these improve the lives of others,” Myers said.

Myers, a successful real estate developer and banker, has been a longtime philanthropist and has given generously to many higher education institutions across Texas.

“Mike Myers has a generous spirit and has dedicated his life to improving lives and strengthening communities. His gift today further demonstrates his desire to see others soar,” TWU System Board of Regents Chair Stacie McDavid said. “On behalf of the board of regents, we are honored to name the center the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center.”

Since 2020, Myers has supported Johanniter Humanitarian Group (JHG) of Texas, an organization led by President Henry "Hank" Fink. Together, JHG Texas and the Mike A. Myers Foundation have provided more than 50 annual scholarships for undergraduate nursing students and established the Myers-JHG Tutoring and Academic Support Center at TWU’s Dallas campus.

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SHAWN JACKSON NAMED AS KALEIDOSCOPE PARK EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Board of Directors of the Frisco, Texas-based Kaleidoscope Park Foundation has named Shawn Jackson as the Park’s new Executive Director.  Jackson comes to Kaleidoscope Park from the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, where she has served for more than a decade in a variety of roles, most recently as Chief Operating Officer and interim CEO. Jackson will begin her new role at Kaleidoscope Park on May 28, 2024.

During her 11-year tenure at the Dallas Arboretum, Jackson made a significant impact on the growth and development of the Arboretum. Her key accomplishments include facilitating volunteer and community engagement for the opening of the Rory Meyer’s Children’s Adventure Garden, bringing the Arboretum’s dazzling new holiday experience to life and ensuring that the Arboretum remained solvent during the pandemic. She also served as the Arboretum’s interim CEO during its national search for a new leader.

Jackson plans to use her accomplishments and skills to impact the completion and opening of Kaleidoscope Park, which is slated for later this year. She will also be integral to Kaleidoscope Park Foundation’s fundraising efforts, securing major gifts and future naming rights to ensure the sustained growth and success of the Park.

“One of my greatest joys is helping bring a project to life and see it to fruition, and then to watch guests light up as they experience the creation you helped to build,” said Shawn Jackson. “Kaleidoscope Park provides a blank slate with virtually limitless programming opportunities. I can’t imagine a more exciting time to be in Frisco and to lead this team.”

In her capacity as the Chief Operating Officer at Dallas Arboretum, Jackson served as a key liaison between the Arboretum’s stakeholders, including the City of Dallas, the Dallas Parks & Recreation Board, and the Dallas Arboretum Board of Directors. Her unique skills in building collaborative relationships is a key reason Jackson was selected by the Kaleidoscope Park Board of Directors.

“It was important for us to find a leader for Kaleidoscope Park who understood both the City of Frisco and Collin County and could deftly navigate the nuances of a public-private partnership such as this one,” explained the Honorable Florence Shapiro, Kaleidoscope Park Foundation’s Board Chair. “Shawn has spent the last two decades as a Frisco resident and raised her family here. She has a clear vision of how the city and its residents, as well as the region overall, can enjoy and utilize Kaleidoscope Park as a destination in their daily lives.”

 

As a part of the committee that selected Jackson to lead Kaleidoscope Park, Communities Foundation of Texas CEO Wayne White saw in Jackson a unique set of skills and competencies perfect to bring this important project to fruition.

“Shawn is a seasoned executive with an incredible track record that will directly benefit the work of the Park. The depth of her knowledge in building, executing, and scaling operations and programs will take the work of Kaleidoscope Park to the next level as we chart towards the opening of the Park and beyond,” said Wayne White, president and CEO at Communities Foundation of Texas.

Jackson sees great possibilities in what Kaleidoscope Park will bring to the community.

“As a Frisco resident, I’ve watched the development of Kaleidoscope Park with great excitement. We’ve never had a public green space like this in Frisco,” Jackson said. “The collaboration among all of our stakeholders, including the City of Frisco, Kaleidoscope Park Foundation, Communities Foundation of Texas, and HALL Park is very important and a key to our recipe for success.”

Kaleidoscope Park is made possible through a public-private partnership among Kaleidoscope Park Foundation, Communities Foundation of Texas and the City of Frisco. This partnership provides the synergies required to develop such a unique asset and destination. The Park is part of a larger development that includes The Monarch at HALL Park residences, HALL Park Hotel, The Tower at HALL Park office building and a new eatery.

The nearly six-acre Kaleidoscope Park is located near the intersection of the Dallas North Tollway and Warren Parkway in Frisco, Texas, and in neighboring distance to The Star, Stonebriar Centre, Legacy West, The Shops at Legacy and The Boardwalk at Granite Park, and is destined to be a landmark enjoyed by all of North Texas.

ABOUT KALEIDOSCOPE PARK:

Kaleidoscope Park is a dynamic, innovative arts and culture destination for North Texas currently under construction. The Park will be home to free, year-round public programming, including films, diverse musical and dance performances, and a variety of health and recreational activities. The Park will feature monumental works of public art, architecture, and gardens set among a children’s play area, dog park, performance lawn, outdoor workspaces, and shaded promenades and plazas. Learn more at kaleidoscopepark.org.

ABOUT THE KALEIDOSCOPE PARK FOUNDATION:

Kaleidoscope Park Foundation is a nonprofit public-private partnership between Communities Foundation of Texas and the City of Frisco. The Foundation’s mission is to thoughtfully engage the diverse and rapidly growing communities of North Texas through free public arts and culture programming that is genuine, inclusive, and accessible. Operating as a Foundation supported by private donations, financial support for development, operations, and programming is always welcome.

ABOUT COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS

The mission of Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) is to improve the lives of all people in our community by investing in their health, wealth, living, and learning. CFT works to accomplish this by growing community giving, expanding community impact, and advancing community equity. With a vision of building thriving communities for all, CFT works locally and across the state with many individuals, families, companies, foundations, and nonprofits through a variety of charitable funds and strategic grantmaking initiatives. CFT professionally manages more than 1,300 charitable funds and has awarded more than $2.5 billion in grants since its founding in 1953.

CFT is committed to serving and understanding donor needs, expertly handling complex gifts, wisely managing charitable funds, and leveraging its community knowledge to increase charitable impact, in addition to powering several initiatives including the W. W. Caruth, Jr. Fund at CFT, CFT for Business, Educate Texas at CFT, Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy at CFT, GiveWisely, and CFT’s North Texas Giving Day. CFT’s North Texas Giving Day raised $64 million on a single day in 2023 to help over 3,250 North Texas nonprofits. Learn more at www.CFTexas.org.

ABOUT HALL PARK

A pioneering development in Frisco since the mid-1990s, HALL Park today encompasses 2.2 million square feet of office and retail space throughout 15 buildings. One-third of the park is dedicated to green space and includes three miles of walking trails, over 200 works of art including the Texas Sculpture Garden, the largest private collection of contemporary Texas sculpture made available to the public. In October 2021, its developer, HALL Group, commenced construction on the first phase of its new masterplan development that will evolve HALL Park into a dynamic mixed-use community. Upon completion, the full masterplan–anticipated to span 15-20 years of development–will encompass approximately 9.5 million square feet of usable mixed-use space, including residential, with a projected value of around $7 billion. Learn more at hallpark.com.

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Dr. Jody Edward Ginn

Presented by the Dallas Historical Society and the Texas Rangers Association Foundation

Step back in time and immerse yourself in history at an exclusive event presented by the Dallas Historical Society and the Texas Rangers Association Foundation. This unique occasion marks the 90th anniversary of the infamous end of Bonnie and Clyde.
        
Featuring an esteemed panel of guests, including David Born (Sheriff Jordan) and Dean Denton (Deputy Bob Alcorn) from the acclaimed Netflix Original Film, The Highwaymen, alongside Mike Gault, the great-grandson of Texas Ranger Maney Gault, and Dr. Jody Edward Ginn of the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame/Museum. Guiding the discussion is Justice Ken Wise, host of the popular Wise About Texas podcast.
        
The panel will delve into the true Bloody Legacy of Bonnie and Clyde, exploring the enduring impact of their story across various mediums, notably feature films.
        
Gain insight firsthand as The Highwaymen co-stars recount their experiences filming the iconic ambush scene at the very site of Bonnie and Clyde’s demise.
        
It’s all happening at the Hall of State at Fair Park on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Free and open to the public. Advance registration is requested. Parking is free. CPE credit is available for educators. 
        
As an extra treat, there is a VIP reception complimentary to DHS members at the Collectors Level and above or $30 per person. Light snacks and refreshments are available. Get your tickets here:  https://www.dallashistory.org/event/bonnie-clyde-vip-meet-greet-with-dr-jody-ginn/?instance_id=728   
        
Dr. Ginn will explore the careers of the notorious outlaw couple, emphasizing the impact of their crimes on the victims and families affected by their crime spree. Dr. Ginn is a former law enforcement investigator/administrator and U.S. Army veteran who has worked for over two decades as a public historian. He is the author of Palmito Ranch: From Civil War Battlefield to National Historic Landmark and East Texas Troubles: The Allred Rangers’ Cleanup of San Augustine.
        
Most recently, he served as historical consultant for publicity on the blockbuster Netflix Original Film, “The Highwaymen” (starring Kevin Costner, Woody Harrelson, Kathy Bates, and Kim Dickens) and has been quoted in USAToday, Time Magazine, the UK Daily Mirror, and Bustle.com.
        
While you are at the Hall of State, don’t miss the interactive massive diorama of the Alamo, Texas Liberty Forever,  ( https://www.dallashistory.org/exhibitions/ ) and use the iPads to hear the sounds of the battle, see close-up images and hear brief explanations of the different scenes. The app can also be downloaded to your own cell phone to experience this fabulous diorama. 
        
Karl Chiao is the executive director of the Dallas Historical Society and Dr. Roy Washburn is board chair.       
        
For more information, the public can contact the office assistant at assistant@dallashistory.org   or call 214-421-4500. Or visit the website at  https://www.dallashistory.org/programs/

The Dallas Historical Society: Whether someone is new to Dallas or a native Texan, the Dallas Historical Society offers programs and exhibits that educate and inform visitors about their home city and reveal insights and little-known facts that one might be unable to attain from history books alone, especially with the museum’s newest permanent exhibit, the interactive Texas Liberty Forever: The Battle of the Alamo diorama by Thomas Feely.

Ongoing events include Brown Bag Lectures, An Evening With programs, and Pour Yourself Into History happy hours. Join in discovering more about Dallas and take part in one or more of these wonderful programs. Visit the website for more information at www.dallashistory.org 

The Dallas Historical Society Celebrated Its Centennial Year In 2022

The stories of Dallas are shared each day at the Dallas Historical Society through the three million items that comprise our archives and artifact collections. Established in 1922, the Dallas Historical Society collects, preserves, and exhibits the unique heritage of Dallas and Texas to educate and inspire future generations.

Housed at the Hall of State in Fair Park since 1938, DHS presents these collections through education programs, exhibitions, tours, access to research materials and workshops. 

Among the three million historical artifacts at DHS are such treasures as Sam Houston’s handwritten account of the Battle of San Jacinto, the only known original Juneteenth document, James Fannin’s watch, and Santa Anna’s spurs. The DHS collection houses over 10,000 bound volumes and receives more than 1,500 research requests annually.

Each year, the Dallas Historical Society is visited by over 160,000 people and serves more than 20,000 students through guided tours and educational programming at the Hall of State, as well as outreach programs at schools. Visit the website for more information at www.dallashistory.org

Photo of Dr. Jody Edward Ginn courtesy Dallas Historical Society.

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Punch Bowl Social is celebrating the unofficial start of summer with a Memorial Day bash, and it’s sharing a free gift with its fans.  

 

In celebration of Memorial Day weekend, Punch Bowl Social will offer each table a free shareable with your free RSVP on Eventbrite from Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27. Shareables provide the perfect starter for a group coming to game, bowl, sing or play.

Featured shareables from the scratch kitchen at Punch Bowl Social include cauliflower nachos, charred eggplant dip and cilantro wings. Of course, Punch Bowl Social offers a full range of entrees, shareable punches and an amazing array of craft cocktails. In fact, Punch Bowl Social will offer their popular margarita for $9 all weekend long!

For more information visit punchbowlsocial.com.

 

EVENT DETAILS

What:  Memorial Day Weekend at Punch Bowl Social

When: Friday, May 24 – Monday, May 27, 2024

Where: All Punch Bowl Social locations (excluding Cleveland)

Admission: FREE shareable with advance registration RSVP via Eventbrite.

LOCATIONS


CALIFORNIA

Rancho Cucamonga

Sacramento

San Diego

COLORADO

Denver

GEORGIA

Atlanta

ILLINOIS

Chicago

INDIANA

Indianapolis

MINNESOTA

Minneapolis

OREGON

Portland

TEXAS

Austin – Domain

Austin – Downtown

Dallas

VIRGINIA

Arlington


 

ABOUT PUNCH BOWL SOCIAL

As the proud host of the unexpected, Punch Bowl Social’s mission is to bring people together through a one of a kind offering of food, fun, first-rate hospitality, and exceptional entertainment. Scratch kitchens, craft cocktails, social gaming, and music are presented in eclectic and creatively designed spaces to provide the perfect setting for unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re looking to have a night out with friends or want to host THE event of the season, Punch Bowl Social has you.

Website: https://punchbowlsocial.com

social media: @punchbowlsocial

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Memorial Day weekend is all about celebrating and relaxing with friends and family, and North Texas’ most beloved Cajun outpost, The Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill, is making it even easier to relax for the holiday weekend.

 

Whether you’re headed to the lake or hosting a pool party or barbecue, The Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill can prepare and provide the perfect crawfish boil for a crowd.

 

 

 

Live crawfish are sold by the 30-pound bag, and prices for those start at $3.25 per pound and vary daily by market rate. Or, the team at Cajun Market can season, soak and boil the mudbugs with potatoes and corn so that all you and your guests have to do is pop a beer and enjoy!

 

For Memorial Day weekend, catering orders should be placed by Tuesday, May 21, and can be made at catering@thecajunmarket.com. In addition to crawfish boils, the restaurant can cater Cajun favorites, po boys and seafood boils.

 

 

The Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill

1833 Airport Freeway

Bedford, TX

817-527-5640

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North Texas’ leading Independence Day fireworks show will be bigger and better this year. Fireworks on the Fairway, the unique fireworks and drone show at the acclaimed Monument Realty PGA District on the Omni PGA Frisco Resort Campus in Frisco on Thursday, July 4.

 

The festive evening runs from 6-10 p.m. The entire Monument Realty PGA District will be decked out in patriotic finery. Guests can enjoy a wide array of festive food and beverages for sale and from the campus’s 13 food and beverage outlets, plus food trucks and pop-up concessions stands.

The evening begins with a concert by popular party band Downtown Fever (one of the bands under the Emerald City umbrella), pictured below, starting at 6:30 6:00 p.m. Then, at 9:20 p.m., the team behind the Guinness World Record-holding Sky Elements will host an eye-popping drone show featuring 300 independently programmed drones in the sky over Fields Ranch. At 9:30 p.m., the world-class fireworks show by PyroShows of Texas will begin.

And, as if one night of magic were not enough, the resort will continue to celebrate on Friday, July 5 with a concert by retro fave 80s Mix Tape.

While attendance at Fireworks on the Fairway is free, advance tickets are required. Additionally, parking passes must be purchased in advance. The initial supply of tickets will be released at 10 a.m. Friday, May 31.

 

Guests seeking to celebrate in style should plan to book the Omni PGA Frisco Resort’s Fireworks on the Fairway package to guarantee their access to the event. Due to outstanding demand, free admission tickets for the public are expected to be claimed early.  Once the free tickets have all been claimed, the resort package is the only way to guarantee access to the remarkable fireworks celebration. This deluxe offering is available July 4-8 and includes

  • Deluxe room accommodations
  • Access per registered guest to the PGA Frisco’s Fireworks on the Fairway Independence Day event on July 4
  • ·       Welcome gift per registered child
  • VIP seating area for the drone and firework show
  • Complimentary self-parking

Reserve your stay now at omnihotels.com/hotels/pga-frisco/specials.

 

No lawn chairs, private carts, outside food and beverages, coolers, sparklers or animals will be permitted at the event.

Fireworks on the Fairway is the perfect complement to the Omni PGA Frisco Resort’s Summer of Glow, which features drone shows every weekend of the summer, specialized spa treatments and luxurious resort packages with custom amenities just for resort guests.

Omni PGA Frisco Resort is a great place to spend summer vacation – whether on a couple’s getaway or with the entire family. With 13 destinations to dine and drink, a curated collection of unique retail outlets and an array of golf experiences for players of all ages and abilities, the 660-acre campus truly offers something for everyone.

ABOUT FIREWORKS ON THE FAIRWAY:

Date/Time:        Thursday, July 4, 6 – 10 p.m.

6:00 p.m.            Doors open

6:00 p.m.            Downtown Fever concert, carnival games, family entertainment, food trucks

9:20 p.m.            Drone Show

9:30 p.m.            Fireworks

 

Location:            Omni PGA Frisco Resort

                             4341 PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX 75033

 

The event location is PGA Frisco, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX 75033

 

Tickets:               Free admission tickets available beginning Friday, May 31 at https://fireworksonthefairway.eventbrite.com

 

Parking must be purchased in advance.

Lot A (PGA District)

Early bird pricing through June 20 - $40

Regular pricing - $50

Lot B (Panther Creek High School)

Early bird pricing through June 20 - $20

Regular pricing - $25

 

Additional information: PGAFrisco.com/events

 

 

About PGA Frisco

PGA Frisco is a public/private partnership between the PGA of America, Omni Hotels & Resorts, the City of Frisco, and the Frisco Independent School District. The 660-acre campus is a unique destination that includes: two world-class 18-hole championship golf courses, collectively known as Fields Ranch, and a state-of-the-art clubhouse; the Omni PGA Frisco Resort, featuring 500 guest rooms and suites and 10 exclusive four-bedroom Ranch Houses, four pools, destination spa and 127,000 square feet of meeting and event space; the Monument Realty PGA District which features The Swing, a lighted 10-hole short course, The Dance Floor, a lighted 2-acre putting course and an expansive retail, dining and entertainment district, including an outdoor area for concerts and events, the high-tech, data-driven PGA Coaching Center; the Home of the PGA of America and the Jerry J. Ransom Northern Texas PGA Golf House.

 

About Omni PGA Frisco Resort

Opening May 2, 2023, Omni PGA Frisco Resort offers a reimagined destination resort experience for the ultimate getaway. With a wide selection of unique experiences and remarkable year-round programming and activities, the resort provides a diverse and fun-filled destination for guests of all ages. The oasis of the 660-acre PGA Frisco campus, this luxury resort will be both one of the world's leading meeting and conference destinations as well as a bucket list leisure destination featuring two championship golf courses at Fields Ranch designed by Gil Hanse and Beau Welling. With comprehensive resort amenities featuring a signature spa, 13 restaurants and bars, and retail shops - there's something designed for all. Featuring subtle nods to Texas culture, each of the resort's 500 guest rooms and suites and 10 exclusive four-bedroom modern-Texas ranch houses, offer sweeping views of lush surrounds. The resort features more than 127,000 sq. ft of indoor and outdoor space for meetings and events, including 2 ballrooms; 19 meeting rooms; 9 outdoor event venues; and Panther Creek Pavilion, the ideal venue for weddings. Visit omnipgafriscoresort.com or call 469-305-4500 for more information and room reservations. Follow Omni PGA Frisco Resort on Facebook and Instagram.

 

About Monument Realty

About Monument Realty: Founded in 2017, Monument Realty is a next-generation, full-service real estate brokerage based in Frisco, Texas, headquartered at The Star. Named the Number One Best Large Company to Work For by the Dallas Morning News, Monument is the Official Real Estate Company of The Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dak Prescott, and PGA of America. For more information, visit monumentrealtytx.com and follow Monument Realty on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About the PGA of America

The PGA of America is one of the world’s largest sports organizations, composed of nearly 28,000 PGA Professionals who work daily to grow interest and inclusion in the game of golf. For more information about the PGA of America, visit PGA.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

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Taste Addison is teaming up with Addison Outdoors to bring you a Saturday of fun fitness experiences. With AO Pop-Up Yoga, Goat Yoga, wellness vendors, and the ten-acre park to explore, get a taste of summer fitness in Addison!

 Camp Gladiator Pop-Up Workout
8am
Free

Push yourself in this full-body, calisthenics-based workout! This FREE Camp Gladiator class kicks off at 8am! Whether you're a pro, or just starting out this is the perfect way to get your sweat on.

 STRIDE Addison Pop-Up Workout
9am
Free

Join STRIDE Addison in a fun HITT-style workout. 
 

AO Pop-Up Yoga
10am
Free

Namaste and play with games and FREE yoga in Addison Circle Park. Bring your mat and find your center for a yoga session hosted by Addison Circle Yoga. Yoga starts at 10am and games are available from 10 - 11am.

 

Goat Yoga
10am
Get Tickets Here

Have you HERD, Addison Outdoors is bringing you the cutest yoga companions. Stretch, hold, pet, and laugh your way through this unique workout class. Bring your own mat for this unique fitness class starting at 10am!

 

Check out these awesome vendors, doing giveaways all morning long:

  • STRIDE Addison
  • StretchZone
  • Toastique
  • Model Wellness
  • GLOW Sauna
  • Camp Gladiator
  • Carrollton Family Chiropractor
  • Prime IV Addison
  • Star Rejuvenation Wellness Center
  • Bolos & Associates

 

Taste Addison is May 31 - June 2. Get tickets at TasteAddisonTexas.com.

Location

Addison Circle Park

4970 Addison Circle

Addison, TX 75001

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