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What Time is It? Summertime! WE'RE EAGER TO CARRY A #FriscoStrong FRAME OF MIND INTO THE SUMMER, WHILE SAYING GOODBYE TO CHILLY WEATHER AND HELLO TO SUNNY DAYS, FLIP FLOPS, FLOPPY HATS AND GOLF SHORTS. It's encouraging to see businesses up and going again, and we're proud as well as thankful that Frisco Life is still printing and being mailed directly to homes and busi-

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nesses throughout Frisco! We continue to seek ways to collaborate with community leaders and to support local businesses and nonprofits as we share meaningful stories and connect neighbors to neighbors. While Frisco Freedom Fest ultimately may play out differently this month, the fireworks are still expected. If all of our traditional, favorite Fourth of July activities aren't able to happen this year, please enjoy our tribute to last year's Freedom Fest inside this edition. It will be invigorating to rally around one of America's patriotic times as Americans. Time for all of your favorite summer activities, foods and fashion -- in fact, it's a

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

good time to treat yourself to a transformation at The Evelyn Kershaw Salon, or to

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

pick up some comfort foods from Norma's Cafe. Feel free to speak to Erik, owner

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

of the Minuteman Press in Frisco about how to produce novel informational and

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

promotional products for summer seasonal needs. Lastly, we hope you'll put into

REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

action a few of our suggestions about how to support local businesses in ways that

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

only take a few minutes of your time. Enjoy the magic of summer while it’s here.

ON THE COVER America turns 244 years old in 2020, based on the Declaration of Independence being ratified by the US Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PHILLIP SLAUGHTER 4

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2020

FEATURES 19 Look And Feel The Best Professionals At The Evelyn Kershaw Salon Assist With Transformations

24 Focus On Customer Value Minuteman Press At Frisco Offers Full-Service Design, Print and Marketing Center

28 Free Ways To Support Local Businesses Pump Up The Enterprise Heart of Our Community

19 32

32 Family Meal Packs Normaâ€™s Cafe Offers New Comfort Food And Brunch Packages

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

City Scene

Trend Setter

24 Locally Owned 28 Giving Back 32 Culinary Creations 34 Parting Thoughts

GOOD TIMES

Revisiting Independence Day Frisco-Style The City of Frisco's annual Independence Day Festival is set for July 4, from 4 p.m. until fireworks end. The event -- which started on July 4, 2002 -- generally draws an estimated 30,000 visitors. For scheduled and confirmed 2020 activities (adjustments are expected due to public health safety), visit online: FriscoFreedomFest.org. Photos courtesy of Frisco Freedom Fest.

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Congratulations, 2020 Senior Graduates! Frisco ISD printed 4,400 yard signs for seniors and their families to display congratulating their accomplishments. Campuses also used social media to share photos and videos celebrating seniors and encouraging seniors to share memories and college plans. Graduation ceremonies also were streamed live online. Frisco Police Department offered free graduation photo shoots for the Frisco ISD Class of 2020!

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AROUND TOWN

INCREASE COMMUNITY PRIDE VIA US FLAG SIX TIMES A YEAR

PRESENTING FRISCO HIGH SCHOOL'S TOP 10

Frisco Sunrise Rotary Club members are plac-

The Frisco ISD seniors who comprise the top

ing American flags throughout Frisco at homes,

10 graduates at each of the district’s high schools

businesses and subdivision entrances. The Club

are an impressive group with big dreams and

has an all-volunteer program whose team builds,

plans for the future. Their numerous academic,

delivers, removes and stores the flags for cus-

athletic and fine arts accomplishments are a

tomers for only $75 a year. They erect them six

testament to their drive and determination. They

times a year: President's Day, Memorial Day,

also speak to strong family support and count-

Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriot Day and

less dedicated teachers who have guided and

Veterans Day.

nurtured their learning and development over

On each of the holidays, a quality 3x5-foot

the years.

American flag on a 10-foot pole will be installed;

Congratulations to the following top 10 grad-

special rates apply to four or more flags placed in

uates of each FISD high school: Jorge Arts,

front of one business or subdivision entrance.

valedictorian; Jackson Nakos, salutatorian; Arjun

All funds raised through the flag program

Nair; Adam Vazin; Charles Wolfe; Ellie Zhang; Jillian

go to the Frisco Sunrise Rotary Club Foundation,

Goldberg; Shreekrishna

a 501(c)3 that supports many local charities

and Christian Bryan.

Rout; Aswin

Nair;

and international service projects approved by Rotary International. They are trying to establish more flags on neighborhood streets for the Fourth of July. Email FriscoFlags@gmail.com for details.

TEXAS CONGRESSMAN AND FORMER PRISONER OF WAR DIES Congressman Sam Johnson, a former military pilot who suffered torture as a prisoner of war in

NEW ASIAN CUISINE RESTAURANT OPENS IN FRISCO The new Kitchen Master restaurant serves authentic,

handmade

Asian

cuisine, includ-

Plano on May 27 at 89 years old. He was born in San Antonio, and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas and attended Southern Methodist University.

ing dumplings, noodle soups, non-soup noodles, stir

He served in Congress for 28 years. He was a

fry (vegetable, chicken, beef, pork and seafood), rice,

retired Air Force Colonel after 29 years in military

seafood and desserts. The eatery opened May 12

service. He flew 62 combat missions in the Korean

at 9285 Preston Road in Frisco. Consult an online

War and 25 in the Vietnam War. He was shot down

menu at KitchenMasterBistro.com for choices

on that 25th mission, after the famously balky guns

such as “bunny buns.”

of his F-4 Phantom II jammed.

PHOTO COURTESY OF KITCHEN MASTER.

North Vietnam for nearly seven years, died in

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MEMORIAL DAY 2020 Lt. Col. Richard 'Dick' Peasley, a retired Marine One pilot, gave keynote remarks on May 25. Mayor Jeff Cheney also addressed attendees. The annual remembrance is hosted by the Frisco Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 8273 and the Frisco Garden Club with support from the City of Frisco, Frisco American Legion Post 178 and the Frisco Independent School District. Music was provided by smaller ensembles of the Frisco Community Band and the Frisco Chorale.

NEW FROZEN YOGURT NOW AVAILABLE FROM FRISCO FAMILY-OWNED SHOP Chiller Bee Frozen Yogurt recently opened at 3290 Main St., Ste. 205, in Frisco. The family-owned business serves 12 flavors of frozen yogurt and more than 50 toppings with dairy-free, gluten-free and no sugar added options. The new store was launched by a Texan bornand-bred, local Frisco couple whoÂ graduated from Texas A&M University. For a menu, visitÂ ChillerBeeYogurt.com. CityLifestyle.com/Frisco

CITY SCENE

F r i s c o F r e e d o m Fe s t CELEBRATE 2020 FOURTH OF JULY WITH AAAHHH-WORTHY FIREWORKS

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

ONE OF NORTH TEXAS’ BIGGEST INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS TYPICALLY

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF

IS HOSTED IN FRISCO, AND 2020 INDEPENDENCE DAY LIKELY WILL FEEL EXTRA

FRISCO FREEDOM FEST

SPECIAL, AFTER THIS YEAR’S UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES BROUGHT ON BY COVID-19 IMPACTS. For inspiration, we can all still focus on the concept of “one flag, one land, one heart, one hand, one nation evermore!” At the time of writing this article, Frisco city staffers definitely were planning to host fireworks and the Glow Run, however, they were considering and planning for adjustments for some of the other annual activities. They remain “hopeful” that they can fine-tune activities to work within current public health guidelines and individual safety concerns, but of course, their constant monitoring of the potential coronavirus alerts and updates will determine the final event execution. In the meantime, please enjoy these uplifting images from last year’s Frisco Freedom Fest. During the first week of July, visit FriscoFreedomFest.org to confirm final fest offerings.

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festivities schedule

Party in the Plaza and Taste of Frisco Party in the Plaza festivities will feature a community stage with local entertainers, dancers, singers and bands; a Children’s Expo, complete with jump houses, face painting, strolling entertainers and games; plus the Hometown Hero Exhibit, which

JULY 3

showcases Frisco’s finest, the men and women of the city’s police and fire

(TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES WERE

departments, along with the equipment they use to help keep the com-

SLATED, BUT CHECK FOR UPDATES

munity safe.

BEFORE ATTENDING.)

The Taste of Frisco features fare from local food vendors. Visit all the great businesses taking part in the Vendor Village.

6 PM

Salute independence by dancing in the streets with friends and neighbors.

Cornhole Tournament

AROUND 9:30 P.M

at Simpson Plaza (West Side).

Fireworks Extravaganza

Top off the night with the star of Frisco Freedom Fest -- the Fireworks

6:30 PM

Corny Dog Eating Contest at Simpson Plaza (in front of Main Stage).

about 20 minutes.

Dachshund Dash miss

Fireworks are visible around Frisco City Hall, Frisco Square, Purefoy Municipal Center and Toyota Stadium. The show will last

7:30 PM Don’t

Extravaganza. Take blankets or lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy the show.

the

hilarious

fun

CONTINUED >

the

Dachshund Dash right before the 5K run/ walk starts. Little competitors chase the title of Top Dog in Frisco. Each pup will run 10 to 15 feet from start to finish, with the help of his or her owners. Winners receive prizes from the sponsor, Raising Cane’s. 9 PM

Hotter ‘n Firecrackers Glow Run

Join the community for the annual Hotter ‘n Firecrackers Glow 5K Run. Participants light up the night as they race through Frisco Square sporting flashing LED lights and their brightest fluorescent gear, while energized by the beat of electronic music. Walkers and dogs are welcome.

JULY 4 (TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES WERE SLATED, BUT CHECK FOR UPDATES BEFORE ATTENDING.) 4 P.M. UNTIL FIREWORKS END Join the opening ceremony at 4 p.m., featuring local American Legion (Peter J. Courcy Post 178) and a military flyover, provided by the Service Air Corps.

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Feel The Best ELEGANCE WITH AN INDIVIDUAL EDGE IS WHAT CLIENTS RECEIVE AT THE EVELYN KERSHAW SALON, PROMISES OWNER EVELYN KERSHAW.

PROFESSIONALS AT THE EVELYN KERSHAW SALON ASSIST WITH TRANSFORMATIONS

“Our salon is all about clients’ great experiences and the best customer service possible. We help people achieve distinctively polished looks with small modifications that uniquely flatter their features,” she explains.

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Evelyn is a master stylist with a passion for helping people be their very best. In addition to actual hair and makeup solutions, she and her team of six professionals focus on how clients will feel after appointments. The salon reflects Evelyn’s spirit of excellence, with

She is a master stylist who also enjoys the challenges of

each stylist receiving training that adds to their exper-

enhancing each client’s experience.

tise and to clients’ results.

“You need a stylist in a salon that understands both

“Consistency is huge,” Evelyn assures. “It’s about

the art and the science of hair and life. You need the

meeting clients’ needs and what matches their life-

support of a team approach that can be there when-

styles while staying on-trend.”

ever you need it. That’s us,” says Lauren.

The Evelyn Kershaw Salon is comprised of highly

Regarding understanding life, Evelyn also was one

skilled, professionally trained and experienced salon

of 13 contributors to a 2019 book entitled “#nofilter-

stylists located in Plano. They handle men and wom-

needed: Shortcuts To Becoming An Influencer,” whose

en’s haircuts, styling, color, highlights, trims, makeup,

author Robin Moore said she assembled because she

extensions, blowouts, and styling for events, such as

believes “God-honoring women should influence and

weddings. As for post-pandemic public safety ques-

transform the world.” Robin says she discovered that

tions, Evelyn says she’s glad they were practicing

finding #nofilterneeded true selves involve stripping

robust sanitizing long before COVID-19 was known.

away what the world encourages humans to add.

They do, however, now limit the number of appointments present at any given time. One newer trend Evelyn and her stylists are noticing is that men definitely are interested in more grooming

“If we are called to influence the lives of others, to truly impact them, then we must consider what needs to be changed in our culture. And we must start with ourselves,” explains Robin.

Inside this book, Evelyn tells her story about remov-

ested in instructional experiences at the salon, and

ing distracting filters that were undermining her life of

it’s about more than just shampoos and conditioners.

influence. She shared her journey about successfully

They’re eager to learn how to take better care of them-

navigating cultural changes while not pretending to

selves during daily routines,” she says.

be perfect. She comes from a place of warrior strength

“Men have discovered the secret of why women like to go to salons. They now realized there really was a beneficial method to the madness,” she adds.

after raising four children as a single mother. When Evelyn is not at the salon, or with her new grandson, Declan, she can be found driving to the

Evelyn has been transforming the world of hair

country with her Bordie Collies, Bandit and Champ, or

for more than 30 years. She says she’s committed to

cuddling with her two cats, Bella Blue and Albus Brian.

offering the best and newest technology, products and tools to achieve great hair and makeup results. As a third generation stylist and entrepreneur, Evelyn’s

972.612.4159 Book appointments online at EvelynKershawSalon.com.

daughter, Lauren, manages the salon, and is continuing the legacy her mother and grandmother established.

Note: As part of the salon’s community support, Independent School District teachers, police officers and firefighters receive 20 percent off all services, with confirmation of badges or IDs.

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contact info 972.612.4159Â EvelynKershawSalon.com

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LOCALLY OWNED

MINUTEMAN PRESS AT FRISCO OFFERS FULL-SERVICE DESIGN, PRINT AND MARKETING CENTER

FOCUS ON CUSTOMER VA L U E

EXPECT SERVICE ABOVE SELF, ASSURES OWNER ERIK BRASHEARS.

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

BY PARTNERING WITH THE MINUTEMAN PRESS FRISCO TEAM, ONE CAN “My heart is to give back to our community when I can,” he says. Of the 30-plus categories of products and services that Minuteman offers, Erik says it’s still the relationships with customers that drive him. “We genuinely care about how each other’s days are going,” he says. Part of the reason that Erik says he launched the Frisco Minuteman Press office during January 2019 is that it was a good fit for the lifestyle he wanted. Plus, the business model fit his entrepreneurial mindset. From having worked for a major banking company’s customer contact team and from operating his own driving business, he says he knew he thrived in custom service aspects and that he wanted a relational business. “Now, every day is different, sometimes hour to hour is different, and I get to meet owners and managers of all types of businesses,” he says. Among the variety of businesses leveraging Erik’s Minuteman Press services are operators of barbershops, roofers, restaurants, insurance companies, nail salons, real estate agencies and karate classes, for example. Erik says he also prints labels for a business owner who makes praline bars in 10 varieties. From yard signs, menus and window graphics to banners, brochures and business forms, Erik works with them to customize products to embody the essence of their businesses. 24

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ERIK BRASHEARS: “FRISCO HAS IT GOING ON!” As a Frisco resident, Erik likes how self-sufficient and progressive-minded the local community business owners and residents are. He is a proud Frisco Rotary Club member of the past 10 years, and also participates in the Frisco Chamber of Commerce.

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Erik provides free delivery of customer products within the Frisco area. Amid COVID-19 shutdowns and public health concerns, he expanded his delivery area for those who were sheltering in place. He also worked with other nearby vendors to ensure the right types of equipment were available to keep production local. A new service he’s handling for clients is filling out and submitting city sign applications needed to secure permits for banners. “We also keep disposable masks, and spray as well as liquid sanitizer, for any customer who now comes in,” he adds. New Minuteman Press Frisco customers also receive a free cloth mask with the logo of their choice. To help businesses reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown, Erik says he recently has been producing disposable restaurant menus and floor graphics to designate physical-social distancing line demarcations. He also can produce items in a Microban plastic material intentionally designed to eliminate microbial growth. “We can produce anything you can put a name, image or logo on,” says Erik. 469.294.0702 8200 Stonebrook Parkway, #107 Frisco-TX.MinutemanPress.com

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GIVING BACK

free ways to support local businesses PUMP UP THE ENTERPRISE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

1) LIKE, COMMENT ON AND SHARE SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS. Online algorithms drive how often and to whom posts get shared. So, business posts without much reactions to them don’t fare well in the world of social marketing. Support local businesses by leaving detailed comments, asking questions and liking or loving the posts of businesses you really want to see survive. 2) BE A BUSINESS CHEERLEADER IF YOU CAN’T BE A CUSTOMER. If you aren’t in a business’s target market or a product or service is not one you can use, a different way to support those businesses is consider buying it and giving it to someone else who could use it. 3) LEAVE AN ONLINE REVIEW. By making it a habit to leave online reviews, you’ll encourage other customers to try those products and services. And, you will prompt a smile to those working teams for those same businesses. 4) REFERRALS. Show

support

through

word-of-mouth.

Purposely talk about local businesses and recommend them to friends and family. That simple step will land companies with new customers, who also hopefully will use word-of-mouth to extend the goodness. 5) SIGN UP FOR COMPANY NEWSLETTERS. Newsletters are a great way to stay up-to-date with business news, updated services, hours of operation and new products. Help local businesses grow their email list by signing up and sharing links to encourage others to do so, too. 28

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MEET THE MASTERS Introducing New Master Stylist, Lauren Since 2014 I have been doing hair at the Evelyn Kershaw salon. I don’t consider myself having one specialty because I strive to maintain knowledge in all aspects of hair which is why I became a Lakme Educator. But I am pretty darn good at color corrections. I have a beautiful baby boy, a loving husband and I can’t live with out them! I love my salon family and friends as well as my own family which is why one of my favorite quotes is “Other things may change us, but we start and end with family.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF NORMA'S CAFE IF THERE EVER WAS A PERFECT TIME FOR COMFORT FOODS, IT MAY BE NOW. If there ever was a restaurant that catered to those needs, it would be Norma’s Cafe. For the Fourth of July weekend, Norma’s Cafe specials are their double barrel chili cheese dog and unique “red white and blue pie.” NormasCafe.com

B R U N C H T O G O + All American (Eggs, Biscuits and Gravy, Potatoes)

+ Tex Mex (Eggs, Refried Beans, Chorizo)

+ Syrup Needed (Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast)

F A M I LY S T Y L E MEALS + Meatloaf + Chicken-Fried Steak or Chicken + Grilled Pork Chops

SIDES + Cornbread or Famous Rolls + Mashed Potatoes or Corn + Green Beans

family

M e a l Pa c ks NORMA’S CAFE OFFERS NEW COMFORT FOOD AND BRUNCH PACKAGES

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Be a part of our Open Choir Camp Saturday, August 29, 2020!

Texas Children’s Chorale Non-auditioned 4th and 5th grade

Texas YouTh Chorale Non-touring 6th grade

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PARTING THOUGHTS

Corners of the Heart MAKE IT A HABIT TO NOTICE THE GOOD!

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY JULIE BROWN PATTON

CREATE A LIFE THAT FEELS GOOD ON THE INSIDE, TOO. By training our brains to seek out and soak up the good, it helps to counter life’s disappointments and threats. Seeking “the” good in life upon waking each day can be challenging. But it’s so worth it! Stress, discord, chaos and frightening developments seem to surround us more than ever lately, and that can leave our brains in the historical fight-or-flight mode for a good portion of sleep. No wonder it’s harder to clear our minds so we can be open to noticing all the little details that are going well, the simple things that bring us joy -- such as discovering secret blackberry patches, wrinkling bunny noses, busy bees bobbing with gigantic pollen thighs and hummingbirds showcasing precise, acrobatic maneuvers before your eyes can blink. Good facts and soothing developments are around us daily. The sun warms your cheeks with cheery kisses. Your favorite coffee or tea flavor smells heavenly. You catch that the sight of someone’s smile makes you automatically grin. You feel invincible when holding certain tools. An unexpected, favorite memory pops up on social media. It’s about pausing for a second to notice these inspiring, little things occurring. Make it a habit to look for “the” good, because habits become patterns, and patterns can influence lifestyles. In fact, try to make it a habit to notice so many good aspects each day, the challenge becomes finding that one best thing that gave you joy; in other words, what will be your “THE” good thing that happens each day? Allow yourself to look forward to making your good, mental list and deciding what “the” best one will be. Even look for the good in the bad by asking yourself what lessons were learned and what was gained. Remember: Life is like a camera. Focus on what’s important and capture the good times. Develop from the negatives. And if things don’t work out, just take another shot.

Frisco Life | July 2020

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