McKinney & Prosper, TX November 2019

NOVEMBER 2019

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Thankful AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES.

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The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us— remembering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past; looking back on turkey disaster stories, mornings watching the Thanksgiving Day parade or afternoons spent curled up on the couch after one too many pieces of pie; thinking of the people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year.

As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and, most meaningfully, the stories from all of you that have made what we do possible. We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you this giving season to donate to local organizations or charities.

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We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made.

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Happy Thanksgiving, McKinney & Prosper​!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2019

FEATURES 16 Thankful for Our Friends…

McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle’s Anniversary Party

20 Local Yocal Farm to Market They Have the Meats for Your Holidays—and More!

24 Harry's at the Harbor A Place to Call Home

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28 Grand Love Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: A Shadowed Epidemic

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16 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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McKinney Octoberfest Presented by McKinney Main Street, part of the national Main Street and state Main Street organizations, the 2019 McKinney Oktoberfest was a HUGE success as there were three beautiful, sunny days for thousands to come to the McKinney Downtown

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Historic area and enjoy the German-ish atmosphere. There were bands, shops with bier steins and German food and more!

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Prosper Community Picnic Keeping in tradition, Mayor Ray Smith and the Town Council were on hand to serve hot dogs to the residents of Prosper. Attractions for kids included music, games, pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting and several inflatables. The Prosper Community Picnic is one of the town's signature events of the year and is free of charge.

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AROUND TOWN furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Come and enjoy more than 100 unique vendors, live music and great food in a charming setting located at Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney, 7117 County Road 166. Admission for children under 12 is free. Cash and credit cards are accepted at the gate.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: A MCKINNEY CHRISTMAS NOV. 29–DEC. 1 Thanksgiving weekend marks the 38th year for this hometown Christmas celebration. Visit the 14-block area of McKinney's 165-year-old commercial historic downtown for family activities, food and entertainment. Enjoy a uniquely McKinney Christmas celebration with neighbors and visitors from near and far. It's an unforgettable experience

MCKINNEY ART STUDIO TOUR NOV. 9–10

and a great start to the holiday season. Admission

Local artists will open their workspaces to the

is free and open to the public. Friday, Nov. 29, 10:30

public during MAST, the annual McKinney Artists

a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 30, 10:30 a.m. to 9

Studio Tour. The artists warmly invite you to attend

p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 1, noon to 5 p.m.

and discover some of their quirks, muses and creative processes. More than 900 guests enjoyed this fun, free event last year. An even larger crowd is expected this year, as it fetes both the amazing local artistic talent and the 10th anniversary of the tour. Mark your calendar to attend! Last Art Gallery, 105 W. Louisiana St.

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VINTAGE MARKET DAYS NOV. 22–24

MUSIC FOR THE MIND FESTIVAL NOV. 2

Vintage Market Days of Dallas-McKinney

This amazing evening kicks off the first Music for

is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor

the Mind Festival. Bring the family to the lawn at the

market. The hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

McKinney Heard Museum. Free event, food trucks

each day. Featuring vintage finds, antiques, orig-

and incredible music! Emcee: Michael Molthan M2

inal art, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures,

the Rock! Partnering with Love Life Foundation

architectural, industrial, home decor, outdoor

and Recovery Unplugged. Maylee Thomas Band, CONTINUED >

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AROUND TOWN

(CON TI N UED)

Special Edition and Rachel Stacy, Saturday, Nov. 2, 4–9 p.m. at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney.

HUGS CAFE CHILI COOK-OFF NOV. 9 This chili cook-off is too good to miss. Enjoy samples of chili from different McKinney restaurants as they compete for the best chili in McKinney.

Enjoy this great Saturday out with retail vendors, a cornhole tournament, kids grill and more! All proceeds from this event will help Hugs Cafe continue to provide meaningful employment and job training for adults with special needs. Saturday, Nov. 9, 4–6 p.m. at TUPPS Brewery, 721 Anderson St., McKinney. Tickets on sale at Eventbrite.com.

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PROSPER ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION NOV. 2 Come join the fun at Folsom Park from 9–10 a.m. Nov. 2. Find out what the 2019 Prosper Champion Tree is, which will be the largest live oak tree found in Prosper. The Parks and Recreation Department of Prosper and the Scouts will also be planting trees as it is, after all, Arbor Day!

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McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle’s Anniversary Party THANKFUL FOR OUR FRIENDS…

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WELL, IT WAS A LITTLE LATER THAN OUR “TRUE ANNIVER-

Both Mayors and First ladies, George and Maylee Thomas Fuller

SARY” SINCE WE ACTUALLY LAUNCHED IN JUNE OF 2018, BUT

and Ray and Lena Smith came and mingled with the group as Eddie

THE WEATHER IN SEPTEMBER WAS MUCH BETTER AND WE

White, the new owner of Harry’s at the Harbor, and Alex Scott, the

WANTED THE PARTY TO BE HELD OUTSIDE, SO VOILA! Sharon

General Manager, served as gracious hosts.

and the McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle team as well as Lifestyle

The cover photo for this issue features the advertisers who

Publications really appreciate the support we have received over the

attended and who had advertised with us for our first complete

past year and a half and we were sorry not all of our advertisers

year of publications. That included the Fullers and Shane Frame

could make the event, but a good time was had for all who attended.

(The Guitar Sanctuary), Ray and Lena Smith (Farmers’ Bank &

Thanks to the fantastic weather, although the wind played havoc

trust), Dr. James and Rachael Ralston (Dermatology Center of

with the ladies’ hair for the photos, and the beautiful surroundings

McKinney), Jane Clark (Jane Clark Realty Group), Stephanie Talley

on the patio of Harry’s at the Harbor, the event was well attended.

(Academics Plus), Those not able to attend, but appreciated as CONTINUED >

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well, were Dr. Naveen Setty (Setty Plastics and Aesthetics), Jeff

Jenn Stowers (SBG Hospitality), and Andrew Creme (Southwestern

Yates (Albin Roach Attorneys), Gail and Mark Hillman (Waterstone

Investment Group). Dr. Nigel Casali of Custom Dental, Joni Boelscher

Mortgage),Justine Poffel (The Title Boxing Club), David Yowell

of New York Life, and Debbie Bloyd of DLB Mortgage made appear-

(Yowell Construction Company), Lynn Gross (Lynn Gross CPA,

ances as well, making some great networking possible for all.

LLC). Our host, Eddie White and our publisher, Sharon Duffy are also included in the photo.

We look forward to continued success with both old and new advertising partners and continue to be very proud of what the mag-

Other attendees ranged from frequent and newer advertisers, such

azine has stood for in our communities. We try to present our readers

as Richard and Kim Harvey (Diesel Barbershop), Lauren Stephan and

with the highest quality in the form of our advertising partners as well

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Local Yocal Farm to Market THEY HAVE THE MEATS FOR YOUR HOLIDAYS—AND MORE!

ARTICLE TOM BRIDGES | PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTIE CONNELL, AZURE PHOTOGRAPHY MATT HAMILTON HAS GAINED A REPUTATION FOR DOING THINGS RIGHT, AND MUCH OF THAT SEEMS TO COME FROM THE LITTLE SHOP AT 213 N. TENNESSEE ST. IN MCKINNEY. Having been raised on a ranch, Matt left his job with a steady income to start Genesis Beef in 2009. Local Yocal Farm to Market was an idea born from a lack of processing centers that would give the early-stage company proper customer service, so the young company decided to take matters in its own, very competent hands. The goal was to become a center for the typically smaller ranchers raising quality grassfed beef to have their meats processed and sold.

Thus, the ranching plus fresh meat plus house-made charcuterie equals traditional butcher shop aptly named Local Yocal Farm to Market was created. And don’t confuse it with other vendors that claim to have “organic” and “natural” products, many of which are from large vendors that jumped on the bandwagon but may not have the same quality of beef offered by Local Yocal Farm to Market, which can’t be grown in mass-scale typically required by those larger organizations.

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which is beef always free of hormones, steroids and antibiotics.

Grass-fed, premium Wagyu and 100% DNA-verified Angus beef are the mainstream. But it’s not just the quality of the meats; it’s Local Yocal’s passion for providing the absolute best it can.

Being one of Dallas’ premier butchers, Matt and his team also hold classes on “steakology,” which any guy who considers himself a “grillmaster” should attend. Check LocalYocalFarmToMarket.com to see when the next Steak 101 classes will be held! The three-hour class will definitely make you a real steakologist!

The store offers many fine products from local producers of high-quality products. Besides the steaks, Local Yocal offers other meats, including Heluka-raised Duroc pork, American lamb, poultry (perfect for your Thanksgiving and Christmas meals), dairy, bakery and various pantry items. And, of course, to make sure you grill your meats properly, Local Yocal sells a great line of open-flame grills and real mesquite charcoal—the only way to cook a steak! Plus, you should wear one of their T-shirts to remind you of the three ways to cook a steak: rare, medium-rare or ruined!

So, while in Downtown Historic McKinney, drop into this quaint little shop and find a rare gem among butcher shops—and more.

And if you see a guy wearing a great smile and a cowboy hat, it might just be Matt Hamilton. Greet him and thank him for all he does for our communities as he is also a quite famous auctioneer and handles the auctions for many of our charities’ and nonprofits’ galas, as well as provides the food for some.

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Harry’s at the Harbor

Mayor of Prosper Ray Smith, Lena Smith, Eddie White, Maylee Thomas and Mayor of McKinney George Fuller celebrating with McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle

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ARTICLE DAWN REDIG

A PLACE TO CALL HOME

THE NEIGHBORHOOD PUB FEATURED IN NBC’S

franchisee. He now owns a dozen Fuzzy’s locations

CLASSIC SITCOM CHEERS WAS INSPIRED BY AN

throughout Texas. When he’s not busy running restau-

ACTUAL BAR IN BOSTON, BUT YOU DON’T HAVE

rants, he enjoys playing golf and spending time with

TO GO FAR TO EXPERIENCE A PLACE WHERE

his wife, Denise, and their two daughters. Eddie and

GLASSES ARE RAISED, MEMORIES ARE MADE,

Denise are members of RockPointe Church, and they

AND “EVERYBODY KNOWS YOUR NAME.”

have a heart for helping children in need and as well

Harry’s at The Harbor serves up “down-home”

as folks who simply need a second chance.

hospitality alongside delicious food and drinks—all in

Alex was born and raised in Arlington, Virginia. He

an iconic landmark location. The restaurant is tucked

and his wife, Jill, moved to Texas eight years ago after

inside McKinney’s Adriatica Village, a European-style

their oldest daughter, Anna, was born. They settled

community complete with cobblestone streets, a bell

in McKinney’s Stonegate neighborhood. They are

tower and an island chapel. You can even enjoy a

members of St. Philips Episcopal Church in Frisco,

waterfront view from Harry’s award-winning patio.

where Jill runs the nursery and teaches, and Alex

“It’s like stepping into another world, but it’s home,” says owner Eddie White, who purchased Harry’s when the restaurant’s namesake, Harry

serves on the Security Team.

“We were blessed with another daughter, Alex, who is now 4,” says Alex, an avid OU fan.

Dickhaner, retired six months ago. “I stumbled upon

He’s been in the restaurant industry since college,

this very unique place and immediately knew Harry

having worked at Ruth’s Chris, Capital Grille and Bobby

had created something special. It’s upscale yet

Van’s Steakhouse. He was at Harry’s for more than two

casual, where families and friends can just hang out

years before Eddie promoted him to GM in May.

and connect with each other. After getting to know

“My main focus is always on the guest experience.

Harry, I knew I had a calling. Harry and I struck a

From the moment you walk in the door until the time

deal, and I agreed to carry on his legacy.”

you leave, I want to ensure you enjoy the totality

Harry’s regulars will attest that the food is great and

of your visit,” he says. “We have lots of groups that

the view is stunning, but it’s the atmosphere that keeps

meet at Harry’s on a regular basis—book clubs, golf

them coming back. Eddie gives credit to the customers,

groups and civic organizations. I would like to see us

his team and to his general manager, Alex Scott.

become more involved with our local schools.”

“Harry started something good, but it’s the people that keep it going,” Eddie says. “As GM, Alex shares my

Alex adds that it’s the personal relationships he loves the most.

passion to execute at the highest level every day. I can’t

“Knowing my guests’ names, learning about their

be there as much as Harry was, but you will usually find

lives and their families means a great deal to me. Every

Alex there, and we give 110% to ensure we continually up

day is different and exciting. Just when you think you’ve

our game. We want to be McKinney’s go-to restaurant.”

seen or heard it all, wait five minutes and it will change.”

Eddie has a lot of experience to draw from. He grew

Eddie agrees.

up in Memphis, studied real estate at the University of

“Cheers to that,” he says.

Texas at Arlington, worked at Bank of America for 20

Stop into Harry’s for lunch or dinner daily, as well as

years, and in 2009 became the first Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

Sunday brunch.

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1. The Morning After Burger is a twist on the Bacon Egg Burger, with patties dipped in Buffalo sauce on a bed of fried jalapeños, topped with Cholula onion straws.

2. The Harbor Wings and Steak Salad 3. The 8-ounce filet is seasoned with a signature blend of herbs and spices and grilled to perfection.

4. Brunch is served 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sundays, along with $4 bloody marys and mimosas. Try the Chicken, Bacon & Waffles.

5. The Veggie Flatbread features extra-virgin olive oil drizzle.

6. An appe-teaser like no other: Tuna Poké 7. Shrimp Po-Boy 8. Alex Scott, general manager

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INSPIRED BY

Lena Smith & Beverly Maunus

GRAND LOVE GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN: A SHADOWED EPIDEMIC ARTICLE TOM BRIDGES

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WHILE READING THE JULY 2018 ISSUE AND THE ARTICLE ON RAY, BEVERLY MAUNUS NOTED RAY AND LENA HAD BEEN RAISING THEIR GRANDCHILDREN FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS. She had recently moved to McKinney for the same purpose and reached out to Lena for advice and they became great friends.

Realizing they were not the only ones affected by this shadowed epidemic, they started gathering information. The stats show an alarming number of grandparents now having to raise a second family. There are approximately 3 million of these wonderful people raising 9 to 10 million grandchildren.

So, imagine you have raised your children to adulthood, carried all of the burdens for those expenses, are ready for a great future and retirement—only to learn that your child, for reasons from addictions to death, has left children that need to be cared for. The options for their children are to be placed in a foster home or be taken in by family, frequently the grandparents. Foster homes aren’t always a bad thing, but there are issues, including the fact that about half only take the kids in for financial gain. Approximately 450,000 children now reside in foster homes.

Raising a grandchild or children is both a burden and a blessing. Luckily, for Lena and Beverly, their families’ incomes have allowed them to at least survive without devastation. But they have come to realize how many tackle the financial burdens without the ability to sustain their life in any way close to what they had planned. And that realization caused Lena and Beverly to want to help them through this program.

How do they see the program Grand Love helping? By raising money for those who truly need financial help. Their first money-raising event was a successful dinner held in October. Future dinners are planned, and they plan for their first gala in 2020.

Their hope is that some of the local businesses and blessed individuals will get involved and donate items needed for the children being raised under these circumstances. School systems might want to consider foregoing the costs for uniforms or equipment needed for one of these kids to participate in a desired program.

The next big step is to get laws changed. After all, grandparents save the state of Texas about $6.2 billion a year versus the cost of foster care.

These grandchildren, nor their grandparents, didn’t ask for this situation, and great support is required for both. Imagine the feeling of abandonment these children must have. Imagine the financial and emotional stress on the grandparents.

You can help! Visit https://grand-love.com or “Grand Love” at Facebook to learn how!

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RENOVATE & REFINE

COZY up your HOME TAKE A CUE FROM THE SCANDINAVIAN CONCEPT OF HYGGE AND WELCOME THE TRANSITION OF SUMMER TO AUTUMN WITH A RELAXING REFRESH

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SPICE UP YOUR LIFE Pumpkin spice, apple and warm cinnamon are scents that bring the autumn air indoors.

Adding these scents to your home will create a comforting and inviting atmosphere for your family and fall guests.

MAD FOR PLAID Plaid patterns are a staple for fall. Find unique ways to pull the pattern into your decor in the form of blankets, pillows and even rugs if you’re feeling adventurous!

MUM’S THE WORD Mums’

blazing

colors

and

long-lasting blooms are almost as much a marker of autumn as football, shorter days and cooler weather. Incorporate some warmer-color blooms into your decor for a fresh addition that’s reminiscent of changing leaves.

AU NATURALE Wicker and natural materials like wood and jute are great ways to bring the outdoors in. Create a woodsy feel with dried flowers, natural wood accents and lots of baskets—great for storing your knit blankets!

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NOVEMBER

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WINE & CHEESE FOR PUPS IN NEED

ST. MARTIN DE PORRES FALL FESTIVAL

JOSH SMITH AND SPECIAL GUEST MARK LETTIERI

Join us for a night of sips and snacks at

3990 W. University Drive, Prosper

6633 Virginia Parkway, McKinney

Zin Zen Wine Bar in McKinney to help

The Fall Festival is a celebration of

A

benefit Dallas DogRRR’s Transport

our diverse community. There will

music. VIP Tables with seating for

Program. Not only are we able to help

be food vendors, entertainment, chil-

four directly in front of the stage are

give an animal a wonderful chance at

dren's area, games, amusement rides

$125 per table. Downstairs seats

a great, adopted home, but transport

and a holiday boutique.

(first come, first serve) are $20.

Zin Zen Wine Bistro,

6841 Virginia Parkway, McKinney

St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church,

The Sanctuary Music & Events,

special

evening

of

amazing

General admission (standing room

also allows us to open up a foster

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only on the upstairs balcony) Tickets

Rick's Chophouse.

ADRIATICA WINE WALK

PROSPER COMMUNITY THEATER MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE

6625 Mediterranean Drive, McKinney

214 E. Louisiana St., McKinney

Enjoy strolling through beautiful

The PCT Murder Mystery Dinner

Adriatica with family or friends

Theatre is a one-of-a-kind experi-

and tasting delectable wines and

ence! Come out and figure out who-

other beverages at various village

dunnit in a fun night of intrigue.

home for another animal in need.

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Adriatica Village,

The Pantry Restaurant,

will not be sold at the event. Purchase your tickets before they sell out!

A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to Love Life Foundation.

service available from our friends at

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Historic Downtown McKinney

A healthy, competitive and fun holiday weekend event with 5K, 10K and

businesses. Event tickets must be purchased prior to the event. Tickets

are just $10. We'll have food and bar

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1-mile courses in beautiful historic

DERMATOLOGY CENTER OF MCKINNEY OPEN HOUSE

a safe, loving Christian environment

downtown McKinney. All proceeds to charity. Holy Family School provides for culturally, economically and eth-

5801 Virginia Parkway, Suite 102

nically diverse children in McKinney

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Dermatology Center of McKinney is

and surrounding communities.

MAYLEE THOMAS BAND

service and product specials, awesome

having a birthday celebration! There will be free gifts, live demonstrations,

The Sanctuary Music and Events,

drawing giveaways and free facial sun

6633 Virginia Parkway, McKinney

damage reports. Come celebrate!

Texas Homegrown Music and The Guitar Sanctuary are hosting a special

limited

seating

House

Concert event at The Sanctuary Music & Events Center with Maylee &

The

Mayor,

Jon

Christopher

TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS

Stonebridge Ranch Country Club,

Davis, Grady Yates, Will & Crystal

7003 Beacon Hill Road, McKinney

Yates and Milo Deering. Get your

This event will support Tee It Up

at Showclix.com/Event/

for the Troops' outreach program,

We are always accepting submis-

REUNION, where combat veter-

sions for events you'd like to see

ans are reunited with comrades

included in our Calendar section.

from the battlefield, as well as local

Submissions are accepted via the

McKinney area veterans served by

Contact Us tab at LifestylePubs.com/

its partner Hope for the Warriors.

McKinneyandProsper.

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