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DECEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER
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Hope, Love And Grace
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IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR! Depending on your perspective,
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that statement will be one of excitement or dread. I hope the former will be true and
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that your family takes a moment, presses pause and does everything we can to feel excited and energized as we move to the end of another year. In this new chapter of my life, as the publisher of Frisco Life, I've had the pleasure
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of meeting many incredible people in Frisco's business community. Without exception, these businesses demonstrate their heart and determination to succeed each day. More importantly, they show their commitment to serving the residents of Frisco. This holiday shopping season will require some creative purchasing decisions that include buying earlier than ever before and perhaps driving across town to ensure you find that special gift. That said, we have an incredible partner who will take care of your "reTurns" (GetreTurn.co). Supply chain issues will provide you with added motivation to support our local businesses. One example of this is Frisco Mercantile, and I want to offer a special thanks to their team for allowing us to photograph some of their festive displays for this issue. Many of us love traditions, and the holidays provide opportunities to continue older, more established ones, as well as create new ones. One of my family's favorites is driving around Frisco and looking at Christmas lights. I'm amazed at the extravagant lengths some families go to and often wonder if they realize how much their
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displays spark joy and wonderment for so many. I'm already looking forward to pil-
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ing in the truck, blaring holiday tunes, and recalling holidays past. My daughters will,
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of course, be singing and taking selfies as well.
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The last couple of years have been devastating for so many in our community,
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but this holiday season brings the promise of better days ahead. My family and I
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choose excitement as we look forward to the future and embrace the hope that a new year brings. Please help spread the excitement of the season by finding us on Facebook and sharing your favorite holiday tradition stories, pictures and videos. With so many things to do and places to go, make time to connect with the special people in your life and look for ways to extend love and grace to others. A new prac-
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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021
FEATURES 14 Look, Up In The Sky It’s...Wing Launching First Commercial Drone Delivery Service In Major U.S. Metro Area At Frisco Station
18 Holiday Safety Vigilence Frisco Police Chief David Shilson Shares Tips About Protecting Personal Safety, Possessions And Communities
20 Achieve Beneficial PT Results Frisco Physical Therapy Becomes Achieve Physical Therapy & Performance
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24 Propelling Hall Park $7 Billion Masterplan For New, Mixed-Use Development Adds Office, Residential, Hotel, Restaurant, Retail,
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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24 Local’s Choice 28 Giving Back 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Food & Wine
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INDIAN CUISINE RESTAURANT NOW SERVES VEGGIE, MEAT DISHES Recently opened Mirchi Indian Cuisine restaurant in the former Frisco-based Vakeroz Restaurant & Cantina space at 12255 Teel Parkway, Suite 460, specializes in vegetarian and meat dishes. Vegetarian options include gobi manchurian,
which
is
buttered
cauliflower, and dum biryani, a dish with potato, onions and assorted herbs. Meat-lovers may enjoy appetizers, such as chilli fish, royyala vepudu shrimp, chicken masakalli, or entrees, such as chicken tandoori, saag mutton or kebab sizzlers. There are at least eight curry-based options and six breads. Desserts include gulab jamun with vanilla ice cream, rasmalai and carrot halwa. Customers who prefer to-go meals can text the restaurant via SMS or WhatsApp at 972.469.0354.
FRISCO RANCH SHOPPING CENTER PLANS TO EXPAND WITH TESO LIFE Japanese department store Teso Life is on the way to become part of the Frisco Ranch shopping center, located off Warren Parkway and Preston Road in Frisco, as part of the center adding 23,829 square
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10,385-square-foot building, alongside three future tenants, according to plans from developer NewQuest Properties for a Phase II of the development. Heather Nguyen, a development partner with NewQuest Properties, says Teso Life will be another anchor for the center. “It's like bringing a little Japanese boutique to the city of Frisco," she adds.
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Presently, Teso Life is located in Carrollton near another 99 Ranch Market and other Asian businesses and restaurants. The brand was founded in May 2017, according to the company's website. Teso Life managers coordinate with Japanese suppliers to provide “high quality, diverse, convenient products,” the website states. The company is headquartered in Queens, New York.
THE DRIPBAR TO OPEN IN FRISCO The Dripbar, a health center administering IV infusions, is slated to open yet this year in Frisco at 3333 Preston Road, Suite 138701. This will be owner Kishore Reddy Rollakanti’s first location. The Rhode Island-based franchise specializes in intravenous therapy that provides nutrients and hydration directly into the bloodstream. Treatments range from slowing signs of aging to reducing brain fog and boosting energy. Each session ranges in price from $100 to $200. Clients may choose from 18 different IV drips, including the “Flu Fighter” regarding common colds, and “High C,” typically for current or former cancer patients. Those who don’t have time for full vitamin infusions can choose one of seven “quick shots that give the body an added boost,” says Chief Development Officer Ben Crosbie. Shannon Petteruti, CEO and founder of THE DRIPBaR, says, “COVID-19 created a new understanding in people that they need to be as healthy as they can be. Health care is no longer a passive activity, where people wait for an illness to strike and then react to it. People want to be proactive."
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Street, to assisting departments with daily activities, such as shelving library books, filing records or using GIS equipment. To become a Frisco city volunteer, complete an online registration at FriscoTexas .gov/152 9/Online Registration-Process. Once registered, potential volunteers receive an email invitation from 'The Advocates' to complete an online background check (for anyone 17 years of age or older). Once the background information is received, city staffers will explore applicants' interests, qualifications and skill set to match to available opportunities.
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held for The Harvest at Frisco Commons. The new area offers residents and volunteers a space for produce and public education. Small garden boxes measuring 4 feet by 10 feet cost $75 per year in a one-time, nonrefundable fee to be paid online. Large boxes measuring 4 feet by 20 feet cost $150 per year. The garden has 88 beds for lease, and 33% of the beds already were leased ahead of the ribbon-cutting, according to Play Frisco. The city's parks and recreation department staffers coordinated with Frisco garden clubs and
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DALLAS COWBOYS WILL HOST 5TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS AT THE STAR Through Dec. 18, outdoor Frisco revelers can experience every Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. the Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza in a mustsee 20-minute show that electrifies The Star with a powerful mix of gameday excitement and holiday cheer on Tostitos Championship Plaza. Kicking off with the lighting of The Star’s 67-foot Christmas tree by a
Dallas Cowboys alumni, Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza then leads into a holiday performance showcasing the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, Dallas Cowboys Rhythm and Blue Dancers and Drumline, Cowboys Rookie Squad, mascot Rowdy, Santa Claus, and special appearances from
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Dallas Cowboys Football heroes. Admission and parking for the event are free. Additionally, Santa at The Star welcomes visitors to his Cowboys fan-themed set in the heart of The Star District. Fans can schedule an appointment to visit Santa inside his custom Dallas Cowboys cottage by
visiting TheStarDistrict.com/
Santa. Walk-ins also are welcome, but with limited availability. Dallas Cowboys Football and Dance Academy representatives are offering Holiday Football and Dance Camps on Dec. 21 at The Star. To register, visit DallasCowboys.com/Academy. For
updated
lists
of
events,
visit TheStarDistrict.com/Christmas.
TICKET SALES TO CIRQUE DU SOLEIL SPECTACULAR START DEC. 3 OVO -- a Cirque du Soleil spectacular – is coming to Frisco during Feb. 16-20 for eight performances only. Tickets are available as of Dec. 3. This is a high-acrobatic production at the Comerica Center to dive into the eccentric, colorful world of a dynamic, immersive ecosystem inhabited by an acrobatic colony of insects. For online tickets or information, visit CirqueduSoleil.com/OVO. W W W. L I V E B E A U T I F U L LY P H OTO G R A P H Y. C O M 214 . 5 0 0 . 4978 // C E L I N A , T X Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/ Frisco using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think.
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LOCALS ONLY ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF WING
LO O K , U P I N T H E S K Y IT’S...WING LAUNCHING FIRST COMMERCIAL DRONE DELIVERY SERVICE IN MAJOR U.S. METRO AREA AT FRISCO STATION
LOOK! UP IN THE FRISCO SKY! IT'S A BIRD! IT'S A PLANE! IT'S SUPER DELIVERIES! RETAIL ORDERS ARE BEING DELIVERED BY AIR TO THE LAWNS OF FRISCO RESIDENTS. Frisco Station, a 242-acre mixed-use development in the North Platinum Corridor of Frisco, now is home to a drone delivery facility operated by Wing, one of the first providers of U.S. drone delivery service. Among those first innovative deliveries were items from Walgreens in a first-of-its-kind store-to-door commercial drone delivery service for customers in Frisco and Little Elm. 14
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Wing is a subsidiary of Google's parent company Alphabet.
mobility options to reality today,” says Robert Folzenlogen, senior vice president of strategic
In the future, Walgreens employees will
development at Hillwood. “The addition of Wing
process orders and load packages onto the
and its first-of-its-kind innovation builds upon
delivery drones, and Wing will oversee opera-
Frisco Station’s foundational pillars of Smart,
tions of the delivery service.
Creative, Healthy, and again showcases the
Wing representatives stated the aircraft
development nationwide as the place where
arrives in small containers that serve as tiny
pioneering visions can be put into practice and
hangars, allowing each store to quickly and
maximized well into the future.”
easily deploy a small, dedicated fleet from
Frisco Station managers claim to be
its parking lot, on its roof or in small spaces
one of the region’s leading mixed-use devel-
adjacent to the building.
opments since 2015, offering the necessary
The Frisco Station facility has all of Wing’s usual drone delivery capabilities, but will ini-
infrastructure to support emerging technologies across all nodes.
tially be dedicated to exploring new uncrewed
In 2017, Frisco Station built one of the first
aircraft system use cases, community demon-
vertiports globally, putting into place the infra-
strations, school field trip educational opportu-
structure needed to move goods autonomously
nities and public tours.
and eventually people. Additionally, announced
“Frisco Station was designed with future-
in 2018, Frisco Station became one of the first
proofing in mind, bringing next-generation
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Wing reps say they're interested in exploring all types of use cases for the technology, which could include different types of products and merchants.
connected communities in the nation to be con-
“Frisco Station is an excellent spot for one of
structed with AT&T’s 5G from the ground up,
the first drone delivery facilities in a major U.S.
enabling real-time connectivity through each of
metro,” says Jonathan Bass, head of marketing
its districts and its planned 30-acre programmed
and communications for Wing.
park system. That same year, the Frisco
He says Wing’s reliable aircraft and advanced
Transportation Management Association, cre-
flight planning and routing capabilities make it
ated by the Frisco Station Partnership, launched
uniquely capable of operating a highly auto-
drive.ai’s autonomous vehicle pilot program to
mated drone delivery service in more crowded,
encourage connectivity between Frisco’s emerg-
complex operating environments.
ing destinations as part of a multi-mobility plan.
A small number of drone delivery flights
In preparation for the launch at Frisco
began the week of Oct. 25. Community demon-
Station, Wing conducted test flights since June at Hillwood’s AllianceTexas Flight Test Center, a UAS testing facility in Fort Worth.
Wing spokesperson Jacob Demmitt says their drones are capable of flying in strong
The Flight Test Center is one component of
winds and light rain. "We do have pilots who
the larger AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation
oversee operations and monitor the weather.
Zone (MIZ), a “do tank” leading in smart infra-
If weather ever gets too bad, they simply
structure deployment. The MIZ offers mobility
'close' the merchant. Customers in the
visionaries in surface and air, full access to a
app see a message that says we're closed
testing ecosystem, resources and partnerships
and provides an estimate on when we expect
essential to comprehensively scale and com-
to reopen."
mercialize their technologies.
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Holiday Safety Vigilence Tips ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON
What are the most common mistakes people make during busy holiday schedules that leave them vulnerable for personal safety?
SEASONAL TIPS FOR ORGANIZED NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH GROUPS: Neighborhood Watch programs are known to instill a greater sense of security, well-being, and to reduce fear of crime in communities.
Neighborhood
Watch
Many people are so caught up in the excitement of the holiday season they forget to
programs also bring law enforce-
use the good judgment they normally practice. A lapse in good judgment could create a
ment and the community together,
whole new meaning for our holiday phrase, “the season of giving.” Discuss and practice
as a team, to reduce crime. Frisco
holiday safety with your family so thieves and burglars don’t wind up on your gift list.
Neighborhood Watch participants
How can people stay safer on public parking lots?
don't directly contact suspicious persons, enforce laws, or place themselves in situations that may compromise their safety. Rather, FNW is based on the premise of neighbors getting to know
Shopping safety means being aware of your surroundings. Avoid shopping alone when
each other, as well as passing on
possible. The buddy system has many applications. When walking to your car, day or
crime-related and prevention infor-
night, have your keys ready in your hand. If you are shopping late, don’t be embarrassed
mation. FNW is NOT a program
to ask a store clerk or security guard to walk you to your car. You may have to wait an
designed for participants to take
extra few minutes, but most stores are happy to oblige. Put packages in the trunk when
personal risks to prevent crime.
you will be continuing to shop. Leaving them visible makes an easy target. Once in your
It is NOT a 100% guarantee that
car, lock your doors immediately. Have your cellphone handy to report any suspicious
crime will not occur in your neigh-
activity to the police immediately.
borhood. Hosting Neighborhood
How can individuals deter pickpockets and purse-snatchers? If carrying handbags, don't lay them on the counter or leave them in shopping carts unattended. If you do leave them in a shopping cart, consider using the baby seat strap to buckle them in. Try not to carry large sums of money.
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Watch meetings is a great way to communicate safety precautions during this holiday season.
What should Frisco residents do when strangers approach the door of their residences? Identify who is at the door prior to opening it. If it's an unknown person, a great way to communicate is through a door camera's intercom feature. Report any suspicious person or behavior to the Frisco Police Departments non-emergency line 972.292.6010.
How is it best to handle personal deliveries to avoid porch thefts? If possible, be at home when the package is delivered and immediately take it inside. If the package will be left unattended for a period of time, ask a neighbor you trust to secure the package until you get home.
Is there a challenge with too many valuables being left in cars and trucks, even while parked in driveways? When looking at a criminal offense, there are three factors: desire, target/victim and opportunity for the crime. By removing valuables from vehicles and ensuring your vehicle is locked, that eliminates a significant opportunity for a crime to be committed.
What precautions can residents take if they're leaving their homes for an extended period during the holiday? Residents can register their home for the Frisco Police Department's House Watch Program, which is designed for residents who will NOT have anyone (such as pet sitters, someone watering plants/checking the residence) at their home while they're away for a period of two weeks or less: FriscoPD.com/HouseWatch
Are there any recent phone or online scams, being executed in the name of charities, of which Frisco residents should be aware? Be cautious of unsolicited phone calls, mailing and door-to-door service offers. Never give money or provide personal identifying information to a person or institution that you're not familiar with. If you are victimized, call your financial institutions and report the incident online at FriscoPD.com or call the police non-emergency line 972.292.6010.
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FRISCO PHYSICAL THERAPY BECOMES ACHIEVE PHYSICAL THERAPY & PERFORMANCE
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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY BRANDI RICHARDS
WORLD-CLASS, OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPY
THEIR SERVICES INCLUDE:
HAS BEEN THE MAINSTAY OF FRISCO PHYSICAL
+ Orthopedic care, ranging from strains/sprains; neck/
THERAPY SINCE IT WAS LAUNCHED IN 2000.
head aches; low back/spine conditions; arthritis/
Although the practice's name is being updated as the
DJD; tendonitis; surgical repairs/reconstruction; and
team joins another provider group, owner Colby Pigg,
manual therapy
PT, assures patients can depend on the same level of sta-
+ Sports medicine, spanning injury assessment, treat-
bility, quality of care and attention to detail as ever before.
ment, education and prevention; knee, shoulder, foot
"Our No. 1 priority is each patient. We provide per-
and ankle rehab; overhead athlete (throwing injuries);
sonal assessments and individualized treatment with
and sports performance enhancement
hands-on, compassionate care. We don't rush our
+ Worker's compensation/rehabilitation
patients or our clinicians. Rather, we perform com-
+ Hand therapy, including carpal tunnel syndrome/
prehensive evaluations and encourage patient input
sprains, strains and fractures; and elbow and wrist
for treatment planning and goal setting. None of that changes, even though we're taking on a fresh name for the practice," affirms Colby. This Frisco team is joining Achieve Physical Therapy & Performance, a practice with five locations in Plano,
postoperative rehab + Specialty programs, including balance/fall prevention; cancer-related fatigue program; vestibular rehabilitation; primal 7 and TRX suspension training; aned game-ready vasopneumatic cold compression
Murphy, Garland and Allen. The Frisco team delivers outpatient therapy while focused on being a holistic
Two of the newest patient services, Colby highlights, are
rehabilitation and sports medicine center, primarily
dry needling and personalized blood flow restriction therapy.
repairing backs, knees, necks and hands.
He says dry needling can be a good treatment for
Colby says the Frisco-based staff remains the same
repetitive stress injuries, tendonitis, muscle strains, plan-
professionals who deliver consistent assistance to
tar fasciitis, rotator cuff Impingement and carpal tunnel
patients. They treat preteens as young as 10 years old,
syndrome. Unlike acupuncture, he says dry needling is
as well as patients in their 90s.
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Having been an athlete in high school, Colby says he empathsizes with those who wish to keep mobile and active. "I knew I wanted to pursue physical therapy as a career because it offers flexibility in what areas to concentrate, and it's an area of medicine that you can keep learning in, and helping others," he adds. Physical therapists receive extensive training in neurostudy of the muscles and nervous system, and can only
science, biomechanics, anatomy, physiology and pharma-
be done by trained clinicians.
cology to prepare them for evaluating and treating patients.
Blood flow restriction therapy restricts blood flow
Comments and online testimonials from patients
to a muscle by applying a device or band similar to a
of this practice describe the clinic and therapists as
blood pressure cuff to safely compress the blood ves-
welcoming, professional, kind, knowledgeable, caring,
sels underneath. Colby says the modality can help with
attentive to details, great equipment, inclusive atmo-
arthritic knees and postoperative recovery or provide a
sphere, patient and encouraging. "We try to have fun
new way to work out for strength training after injuries,
-- as fun as physical therapy can be," Colby assures.
because it allows a person to still exercise while putting
"We meet you where you're at, and design a person-
less stress on selected muscles. The application is brief
alized treatment plan and program to get you back to
and intermittent, typically about 6 minutes per exercise
whatever you want to be doing."
but can last up to 30 minutes based on the specific protocol. "You can work out with less weight and still have
Hours of Operation:
muscle gains," he adds.
Mondays through Thursdays: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Many people wonder if they are a candidate for physical therapy, or if PT can help their situation or ailment. Most
Fridays: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday mornings: By appointment
people can benefit from physical therapy, whether their challenge is a simple ankle sprain or a complex neurolog-
The clinic participates in the majority of major health
ical disorder. As movement experts, physical therapists
insurance plans, including Medicare and Worker’s
also can help others prevent injuries by developing proper
Compensation, and has staffers who can assist patients
warm-up protocols and healthy approaches to exercise or
through insurance processes and paperwork.
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LOCAL’S CHOICE $7 BILLION MASTERPLAN FOR NEW, MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT WILL ADD OFFICE, RESIDENTIAL, HOTEL, RESTAURANT, RETAIL AND RECREATIONAL DESTINATIONS
FRISCO-BASED HALL PARK IS BECOMING A 162-ACRE,
DYNAMIC
MIXED-USE
COMMUNITY
THROUGH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW MASTERPLAN DEVELOPMENT BY DEVELOPER HALL GROUP. Upon completion, the full masterplan – anticipated
Propelling Hall Park
to span 20 years of future development – will encompass approximately 9.5 million square feet of usable mixed-use space with a total projected value of approximately $7 billion. Future development plans also include a performing arts center, the result of a public-private partnership between Hall Group, Frisco city officials and Frisco Independent School District.
practices available today, along with thoughtful spaces future performing arts center. Frisco has been a great
population of only 6,000 people. Despite hesitation of the
community for us to be a part of, and we are excited to
area's real estate community at the time, the company's
give back and be a part of its bright future,” he adds.
managers believed the expansion of Dallas would con-
“Craig Hall is one of Frisco’s first visionaries,” proclaims
tinue to go north. In 1997, Hall Group managers began
Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney. “He develops like few dare. In
developing the first building at its Hall Office Park campus.
the case of Hall Park, he tore down two buildings to make
Between 2001 and 2007, 11 new buildings were con-
way for a greater use, incorporating lifestyle elements, as
structed at the park, bringing the space to 1.8 million
well as first-class office space and a future, special place
total square feet. Hall Park presently encompasses
for the performing arts in Frisco. His investment in Frisco
2.2 million square feet of office space throughout 15
has helped grow the corporate presence in our city, and
completed buildings that house a diverse array of 200-
will continue to impact Frisco for decades.”
plus companies. In the meantime, Frisco reached a population of more than 177,000 people.
Slated to open in fall 2023, the current construction phase of the new masterplan is estimated at half a bil-
One-third of Hall Park is dedicated to green space, and
lion dollars and encompasses approximately one million
includes 3 miles of walking and jogging trails, more than
square feet. It will include a new Class AAA office tower,
200 works of art, including the Texas Sculpture Garden,
154-key boutique hotel, 19-story luxury residential tower,
and an event lawn with kitchen and dining areas, a put-
a collection of 60 executive suites and a 10,000-square-
ting green and a bean bag toss court. Hall Park also deliv-
foot food hall, all surrounded by a programmed
ers superior air quality to its users with bipolar ionization
community park.
technology and an air purifying system in the elevators.
Hall Group, along with the Communities Foundation of
“Since we opened our first office building in 1998 to
Texas (CFT), will work on developing a programmed commu-
the completion of this new masterplan, we will have
nity park that ultimately will be owned by the City of Frisco but
been developing at Hall Park for over 40 years. A lot has
managed and operated by CFT.
changed and will continue to change during this time as
OJB Landscape Architecture, the professionals behind
we work to keep Hall Park at the forefront of what compa-
Klyde Warren Park in Dallas and Levy Park in Houston,
nies and individuals are looking for in mixed-use space,”
designed the future park to create an inclusive, commu-
says Craig Hall, founder and chairman of Hall Group.
nity-minded space to benefit Frisco and the surrounding
“The new masterplan will showcase some of the most
communities. Park plans include an 18,000-square-foot
progressive wellness technologies and sustainability
children’s park, a 6,500-square-foot dog park, event lawn,
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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON
for community engagement, including the park and
PHOTOGRAPHY ELLEN BURGER
In the late 1980s, the Hall Group purchased this previously undeveloped land in Frisco, when the city had a
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performance pavilion, a proposed 40-by-80-foot entertainment screen, multiple technology terraces, interactive water features and a rain garden. The
planned park
was
designed to draw people into nature with a variety of activities that encourage overall well-being, such as jogging trails and pickleball courts, as well as a collection of permanent and rotating art pieces. For example, during this May, two hives of honey bees were introduced to the park by Alveole, an urban beekeeping company based in Canada. Alveole tends to more than 3,400 hives in 21 cities across North America and Europe. Hall Park is expected to have honey, beeswax candles and lip balm from the bees to be distributed to tenants or sold in the gift shop. Serving
as
a
permanent
piece in the park’s art collection is a captivating installation titled "Butterfly Rest Stop," from world-renowned
American
sculptor and fiber artist Janet Echelman.
The
pendulous
piece will hang over a section of the park and depict milkweed flowers, a key nutrient to the monarch
butterfly’s
survival
and an homage to Frisco’s prominence as a corridor for the monarch butterfly migration.
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GIVING BACK
Gratefully
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GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!
ABOUT SIX YEARS AGO ANNA SAROL, THE DAUGHTER OF A SINGLE MOTHER, WAS PARALYZED IN A GYMNASTICS ACCIDENT WHEN SHE WAS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BUT UNTIL LAST YEAR SHE DID NOT HAVE A STAIRLIFT IN HER HOME. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000. “I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my
“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are.” —Anna Sarol
family and I are,” Anna says. The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year. When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have
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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link. The amount given to each recipient will be based on need. The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.
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COOKIES & CASTLES FRISCO 2021 Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center
This gingerbread decorating extravaganza will be a drive-through opportunity to enjoy items at home. Each kit includes a gingerbread house,
icing and holiday candy. Festive items for sale include apron, t-shirt and ornament. Contributions benefit
Scottish Rite for Children and the Tri
Delta Foundation. Packages start at $55. The event ends at noon.
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CHARLIE COPE LIVE & ACOUSTIC Tender Smokehouse
See Americana musician Charlie Cope for the last time of 2021 at Tender Smokehouse in Frisco. Warm up with barbecue, some live music
and some great stories and jokes as Charlie closes his amazing year of Tender Smokehouse shows. He plays a combination of rock, country, red dirt, folk, soul, pop, blues, bluegrass and RnB.
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Comerica Center
Skaters
Meryl
Davis,
Charlie
White and Kurt Browning headline the show; the star-studded cast also features Olympic skating medalists and national champions. Founded in 1986 by skating icon Scott Hamilton, the Stars on Ice tour has performed more than 1,500 shows over the last three decades. Tickets are sold on Ticketmasters.com.
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12 KICKSUPFRONT: COLDER THAN EVER Frisco Convention Center
Organizers claim this will be the world's biggest supercar and sneaker show, with 50 exotic supercars and
Inspired by Community
100 vendors with some of the most highly sought-after sneakers. Music and vibes will be by 97.9 the beat's DJ Don Perryon and MC P Skillz. Enjoy giveaways, raffles and competitions, as well as networking with fellow sneakerheads and car enthusiasts
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Time slots are 10-11 a.m. and 11 am. to noon Saturday, and again on Sunday during Dec. 12-13. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will visit tables and take pictures with families. Tables can be reserved for $5 per seat during the reservation slot times. Proceeds will be donated to local charities that provide toys for underprivileged children via Frisco Moms Care.
18 DAVID GASCHEN: A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS CONCERT Nack Theater
Get into the Christmas spirit with this family-friendly concert featuring Broadway star and Frisco resident David Gaschen. Tickets are $40.
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22 TEEN ANIME CLUB: JUJUTSU KAISEN PARTY Frisco Public Library
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This event includes games, crafts, snacks and fun to celebrate all things Jujutsu Kaisen in honor of the upcoming movie. It will be held on the fourth floor in the McCallum Room. Phone 972.292.5669
or
library@
friscotexas.gov for more details.
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world-re-
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FOOD & WINE
Taste Of Frisco
SIP SAVOR SISTERS, ALLYSON JOHNSON AND LEISA BARGER, ARE SPONSORS FOR TASTE OF FRISCO. CARMELA WINERY
and desserts. The popular gathering spot
Topnotch wines with large selection, welcoming owner, and knowl-
celebrates classic café fare alongside
edgeable staff in a quaint atmosphere make this winery a great loca-
globally influenced coffees and teas in a
tion for relaxing timed, samplings, special events and joining the wine
classic but friendly environment.
club. The winery's namesake is Carmela, the family's matriarch who immigrated to America from Sicily.
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food bowls, burritos, queso, beans, rice,
Grab a diverse set of gourmet tacos, Family owned and operated since 2015, owner Rudy Martinez says
house-made frozen tequila margaritas,
the mission is sharing the culture and cuisine of authentic, Mexican street
local beers and specialty sodas. This food,
food, such as corn elotes. The menu also includes platters for gorditas,
served in a fast-casual/fun atmosphere, is
burritos, fajitas, street tacos, chimichurri azada, trozito de puerco and
inspired by contemporary cuisine with the
rajas con queso, as well as churros for dessert.
chef’s favorite preparations. They cater, too.
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From lobster grinders and "crab chips" to grilled fresh catches
This premium gift company deliv-
and key pie parfait, this culinary team delights in serving delicious
ers beautiful, delicious grazing boards
cuisine and extraordinary dining experiences. Go ahead and be
filled with assorted cured meats, mild
fully coastal while there. They cater, too.
and creamy cheeses, bread, fruits and nuts. Each board is unique, and fre-
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quently includes chocolate, honey, jams and flowers from local businesses. These boards are about sharing and caring.
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WINE AND DINE IN COMFORTABLE, INVITING ATMOSPHERES