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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Thankful

November 2022 PUBLISHER

Sharon Duffy | sharon.duffy@citylifestyle.com COPY EDITOR

Julie Brown Patton | julie.patton@citylifestyle.com

In this season of giving thanks, we often find ourselves reflecting on the many blessings in our lives. The true spirit of Thanksgiving encourages the conscious expression of gratitude. Its focus is on spending time with those you love and encourages thinking of others in meaningful ways.

Our November edition is dedicated to stories of gathering, gratefulness, and giving back to the McKinney and Prosper region. We're thankful for the local residents and businesses who support so many wonderful organizations and help make our area the vibrant community that it is. We're especially thankful for our advertising partners who help ensure this magazine can be delivered to your doorsteps each month. They're part of our vision and purpose of sharing inspiring stories and the good news of the community directly to you.

This holiday season, as we prepare to gather with our loved ones, and in the true spirit of thanksgiving, let’s set time aside to consider what truly makes life meaningful and stop to reflect on how we're fortunate.

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Lifestyle Letter

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McKinney Education Foundation Supporters Still Assisting Graduating Students And Teachers

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Prosper Education Foundation Supports Variety Of District Goals

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Burress Family Foundation Provides Assistance To Nonprofits As Well As College Scholarships

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1: Burress Injury Law invited the community to their 11th annual family picnic which benefits charities. 4: This family-friendly event features live music, bounce houses, face painting, games, BBQ and much more. 5: Each year, Burress Injury Law funds this event and matches its guests' donations to benefit local charities. 6: In the first 10 years, Burress Injury Law and supporters have donated more than $245,000.

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Prosper Ladies In Leadership 4th Annual Merry Market The Prosper Ladies in Leadership will be hosting their Merry Market Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12 at the 3 R's Ranch, 1695 N. Coit Roit Road in Prosper. It's scheduled to include clothes, jewelry and unique gift ideas. Market hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For other details, call 469.569.8121. Admission is free.

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Boomerang's Annual Toy Drive Gala 2022 Join a night of giving, food, drinks and fun, all while helping local families who may not be able to financially provide gifts for their children’s Christmas.

Please bring at least one unwrapped toy (for ages infant to 13 years). The gala will be held at Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club in McKinney, on Dec. 3, from 6-11:55 p.m. Tickets: RoofingOnTop.com/Boomerang-Cares-Foundation-GalaTickets. Contact silvia@roofingontop.com with any questions.

McKinney Adds Nearly A Dozen New Police Officers Welcome to the 11 newest members of the McKinney Police Department, sworn in by Chief Greg Conley and Assistant Chief Joe Ellenburg. Overall, the department typically operates with more than 235 sworn officer positions and about 75 non-sworn civilian positions. The Texas Police Chiefs Association (TPCA) awarded McKinney Police with "Recognition Status" in 2010, 2014 and 2018, and the department is up for re-recognition for 2022.

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TexaKona Coffee Opens Music-Themed Shop In McKinney TexaKona Coffee Roasters staffers recently opened their music-themed coffee shop at the McKinney Flour Mill, with 107 drinks, a full food menu and a to-go fridge. From frosted lemonades to power refreshers to Americanos, head barista and co-owner Patrick Tate wanted to ensure they had it all. The drinks are all named after songs. For example, names include livin’ la vida mocha, espresso yourself, peachy young thing and sweet caramel Caroline.

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Creating Miracles Every Day DR. DORETTE NOORHASAN (CCRM DALLAS-FORT WORTH)

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Dr. Dorette Noorhasan

Each year, tens of thousands of people in the United States struggle with infertility issues. There are many factors to consider when seeking fertility treatment, but it all starts with finding the right doctor. CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth, led by Dr. Dorette Noorhasan, helps makes the dream of parenthood for those who are having fertility challenges come true.

Dr. Noorhasan is board-certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility and serves as CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth’s medical director and co-founder. She received her undergraduate degree summa cum laude from the University of the Virgin Islands and attended medical school at Boston University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive sciences at the University of Texas, Houston, and her fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Noorhasan consistently receives honors and awards acknowledging her achievements, including D Magazine Top Doctors in both Dallas and Collin counties, Texas Monthly Top Doctors, Mom-Approved Doctors by DFW Child Magazine, Collin County Top Doctors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 Castle Connolly Top Doctors and Castle Connolly Top Doctors Exceptional Women in Medicine.

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It is estimated in the United States, about 11% of women and 9% of men of childbearing age have infertility. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, infertility is defined as when couples are unable to conceive after trying for at least a year.

The CDC recommends that women over the age of 35 should be screened for infertility after six months, as egg quality and quantity decrease with time, significantly between the ages of 30 and 39.

Dr. Noorhasan is dedicated to providing patients with industry-leading quality patient care and outcomes.Her experience with different fertility issues allows her to find a solution that works best for each individual patient.

“Patient care is of utmost importance,” says Dr. Noorhasan. “I am committed to providing the highest level of care to every patient, every time.”

CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth Main Center is part of the CCRM Fertility network. CCRM offers its patients best-in-class patient care and access to a network of award-winning physicians, a full suite of fertility services, innovative technology, and cutting-edge labs. CCRM specializes in the most advanced fertility treatments, with deep expertise in in-vitro fertilization (IVF), fertility assessment, fertility preservation, LGBTQ family building, genetic testing, third-party reproduction, and egg donation.

Different from most fertility clinics, CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth is a full-service fertility center with its own labs and genetics department.

Located in Frisco at 121 and the Dallas North Tollway, the 8,000-square-foot facility houses an all-inclusive fertility treatment center with a dedicated on-site physician team, IVF laboratory, procedures area, on-site lab embryologist, and comprehensive diagnostic services. All preimplantation genetic testing is performed by CCRM Genetics Lab. Everything from initial assessments to developing embryos to genetic testing happens on-site.

Its expertise and dedication to lab operations continuously produce high-quality comprehensive chromosomal screening (CCS) results, enabling it to achieve an almost 60 percent success rate, some of the highest IVF with CCS live birth rates in the U.S. Dr. Noorhasan says she is all about making things convenient for her patients. Its location makes it easy for patients from anywhere in the Metroplex.

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Consultations are done virtually, allowing for low wait times in the office. With the health and well-being of its patients and staff in mind, CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth takes extreme precautions to limit social exposure and COVID-19 virus transmission.

Dr. Noorhasan truly understands what it is like to walk in her patient’s shoes. She has personally done five cycles of in vitro fertilization to ultimately create an embryo that was transferred to a surrogate. Her personal connection offers unique empathy and compassionate care for her patients.

“I have used all the tools of the trade myself,” says Dr. Noorhasan. “I have stood in my patient’s shoes and know what it feels like to experience something that I once thought was unattainable.”

Dr. Noorhasan has completed extra hours of education at the American College of Lifestyle Medicine so she can educate her patients about healthy lifestyles. She believes lifestyle changes, such as eliminating alcohol and increasing exercise, vitamin cocktails, and destressing will help lead to a higher chance of a healthier pregnancy.

CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth is designated as a Center for Excellence. This accreditation is awarded to medical programs that treat complex medical conditions while meeting the most rigorous quality, safety, and patient experience standards. Dr. Noorhasan comes highly recommended by past patients, receiving praise for her high level of individual care and success rates.

Dr. Noorhasan and CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth are dedicated to continuing to give outstanding care to not only those in the Metroplex area but other places within the United States and ultimately all over the world. CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth is committed to consistently investing in new proprietary technology and scientific techniques that translate into superior outcomes and a family’s fastest path to a healthy baby. Dr. Noorhasan attends continuing education classes and seminars and participates in journals to stay on top of the latest and greatest to bring back to her patients.

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Sometimes, they’re even called “grazing tables!” Another bonus is that they appeal to all ages. Either create some make-ahead appetizers, delicious finger foods, or cocktail party snacks for a customized spread -- or consider allowing a Frisco-area specialty business to assemble a food board, such as one of the following (in addition to charcuterie, some culinary teams provide sandwich platters, fruit platters, dessert platters and chocolate-dipped fruits): Raynbow Eats 16576 Heartleaf Road, Frisco 214.998.6030 RaynbowEats.com/grazingboards Chris’s Specialty Foods 6363 Dallas Parkway, Frisco 214.308.2800 ChrisSpecialtyFoods.com (specializes in Cajun party trays) Charcuterie Love Frisco/McKinney 469.715.7300 CharcuterieLoveTX.com Cort’s Charcuterie Frisco/McKinney (delivery within 25 miles in any direction) 214.546.0961 CortsCharcuterie.com Board & Bread 921 Woodview Drive, Prosper 214.923.9147 BoardAndBread.com For fall-themed charcuterie offerings, combine a smoky cheese ball, cheese crisps, salami, figs, nuts, pears, grapes and pumpkin seeds.

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McKinney Education Foundation Supporters Still Assisting Graduating Students And Teachers

For three decades, McKinney Education Foundation staffers have dedicated themselves to offering opportunities to McKinney ISD students and staff.

Originally formed to streamline scholarships in the McKinney community, the McKinney Education Foundation helps provide scholarships for graduating seniors, grants for teachers and staff, and a college advisor placement to offer guidance in navigating the college and scholarship application process for each of McKinney’s three high schools.

Historically, the McKinney High School junior class parents raised money for the graduating seniors. Since this method varied in results, McKinney leaders in the late 1980s decided on a solution: the McKinney Education Foundation. In 1991, the McKinney Education Foundation was founded on scholarship distribution. An early goal was to support all graduating seniors of McKinney High School because that was the only high school at the time. As McKinney grew, foundation leaders quickly realized they wouldn’t be able to meet that goal.

In 2004, to assist even more students than the McKinney Education Foundation could assist with scholarships, the College Advisor Program was created.

The McKinney Education Foundation manages more than 100 endowments. These endowments help support graduating senior scholarships, McKinney ISD staff grants and the College Advisor Program.

The Class of 2022 received $585,000 total in scholarship money to support post-secondary opportunities,

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including four-year, two-year, and vocation/technical certifications and training.

McKinney ISD classroom grants help enhance learning and professional development grants allow teachers and staff more educational opportunities outside the classroom. Each McKinney ISD high school is assigned a college advisor. The advisors work full-time to make sure students have access to higher education opportunities.

Advisors work with students to match scholarships and navigate college and federal/state grant applications.

The advisors also host multiple parent information nights annually.

“The foundation’s most impactful program is the College Advisor Program,” says Ashley Sine, McKinney Education Foundation executive director. “The college advisors make higher education possible for so many McKinney ISD students every year. With our college advisors’ help, the Class of 2022 accepted more than $22 million in outside scholarship dollars, not including foundation scholarships or government grants.”

McKinney Education Foundation is annually supported by the McKinney community. To help commemorate its 30 years, the McKinney Education Foundation will host a 30th Anniversary Gala on Nov. 12 at the Hyatt Regency in Frisco.

Special guests are Laura W. Bush and Barbara Pierce Bush.

Sponsorships and silent auction donations are available.

For gala tickets, visit online at McKinneyEF.org or call 469.302.6313. All gala proceeds will help fund scholarships, grants and the College Advisor Program.

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Prosper Education Foundation Supports Variety Of District Goals

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Prosper ISD is rapidly growing. Hiring and retaining teachers is clearly critical to a high-achieving academic district.

Enhancing student opportunities is essential for them to learn, grow and develop to their full potential. That’s where the Prosper Education Foundation comes in to support and invest in academic excellence, innovation and achievement throughout the Prosper school district.

“Support that the Prosper Education Foundation provides to Prosper ISD makes a big impact in the lives of students and Prosper ISD staff,” says Elizabeth Johnston, Prosper Education Foundation executive director. “There are real needs within a school district that only an education foundation can provide.”

Providing scholarships for students supports their education and having college and career-ready students are vital to all. Prosper Education Foundation invests in Prosper ISD students with scholarship opportunities for a two-year and four-year college, trade school, technical certifications, dual credit courses and AP (Advanced Placement) exams.

Prosper ISD also is dedicated to its special needs community. The foundation helps fund Special Olympics and the Family Resource Center, which equips teachers and families with ideas, tools and knowledge to help special needs students learn and develop.

The Prosper community demands a top education for their children and expects the best. Prosper Education Foundation supporters say the group helps enrich and support important programs that enhance the education Prosper ISD students receive every day. Many of the student opportunities throughout the district could not be possible without funding from the foundation. The foundation invests in programs, such as Hope Squad, JROTC,

Incubator Ed, RISE, Project Graduation and the Student Leadership Summit.

A foundation can make a difference to teachers who decide where to work and for how long. Prosper Education Foundation helps appreciate and recognize teachers for their exceptional work and dedication to student learning with Star Polisher and End of Year Awards. The foundation funds staff professional development initiatives to ensure Prosper ISD staff have the skills and knowledge to teach at their highest level and provides mentoring programs to appreciate the time senior teachers invest in the newest.

Lastly, the foundation invests in hardworking teachers with grants and other classroom resources.

Prosper Education Foundation receives its funding through financial donations from local businesses, individuals and community organizations, as well as funds raised through events, such as an annual golf tournament.

For the 2022-2023 school year, the foundation plans to invest $682,400 into Prosper ISD students and staff.

The annual Prosper Education Foundation Golf Tournament will be held on April 3, 2023. The tournament offers golfers the opportunity to play at Gentle Creek Golf Club, visit with Prosper ISD administration and foundation board members, network with other Prosper residents, and enjoy a day of friendly competition and fun. This signature event raises needed funds for Senior Scholarships for all Prosper ISD graduates. This past year, the Class of 2022 received $332,950 in scholarship funds.

Donations to support the Prosper Education Foundation may be given at any time throughout the year. All gifts are tax-deductible. Donate online at ProsperEducationFoundation.org or via check mailed to 130 N. Preston Road, Prosper.

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BURRESS FAMILY FOUNDATION PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO NONPROFITS AS WELL AS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

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Burress Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm with headquarters in McKinney and offices in Frisco, Paris and Sherman. The Burress Family Foundation is the charity arm started in 2022 to work hand in hand with Burress Injury Law to facilitate the firm’s community outreach, charitable giving and college scholarship program.

Founder Jason K. Burress is a seventh-generation Texan, and has called Collin County home for 20 years.

Burress Injury Law was started in McKinney 15 years ago and the Burress Family Foundation is also headquartered in McKinney.

The Burress Family Foundation has two primary objectives: (1) to support deserving local nonprofits and local law enforcement who protect our communities; and (2) to provide college scholarships to deserving students. “As a community-based law firm, we love McKinney, Frisco and all of North Texas, and we’re honored to give back to our community and equally excited to grow our college scholarship program,” says Jason K. Burress.

Historically, ManeGait was the flagship nonprofit that Burress Injury Law supported. More recently, the firm has supported Hugs Café and Love Life Foundation. ManeGait helps children and former military and first responders with serious disabilities and other injuries move beyond their boundaries through the healing power of the horse.

Hugs Café provides meaningful training and competitively paid employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Love Life Foundation brings awareness of the many tragedies inflicted upon children

and identifies supporting agencies and groups that bring relief and comfort to young victims and their families.

Each year, Burress Injury Law hosts a community picnic for friends, colleagues, clients, vendors and staff benefiting local nonprofits. Burress Injury Law funds the picnic each year and 100% of all donations go to the organizations with a matching gift from the foundation. Over the past 11 years, approximately $305,000 has been given to local charities. The Burress Foundation recently made a three-year, minimum commitment of $100,000 to Love Life Foundation, the first year of which has been fully funded.

The Burress Family Foundation is passionate about providing scholarships to college students who have persevered in the face of adversity and who want to use their life experiences to help others.

Scholarships are open to undergraduate students throughout the U.S., and the awards can be applied to tuition and other educational expenses at each recipient’s school. In 2022, nine scholarships worth $27,000 were awarded.

Applications for Spring 2023 Burress Family Foundation scholarships are due

by Dec. 6, 2022.

“Over two decades, our team has built an exceptional reputation for winning cases on behalf of victims of serious injuries and wrongful death. Our ultimate goal is to fully protect our clients’ interests so that they can focus on injury recovering or the grieving process,” says Jason. Jason K. Burress and his team represent clients in cases throughout Texas and across the United States.

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Your Autumn Dinner Party Is Served Catering experts Chef Kyle and Hannah Williams, owners of Savor & Swirl culinary company, create an outdoor dinner party with chef-driven perennial dishes served in beautiful seasonal settings.

For this alfresco Autumn Dinner Party, Chef Kyle draws on favorite fall recipes updated for a modern palate and paired with wine selections to complement the bountiful feast. Hannah creates an iconic autumn ambiance using artisanal table settings and mixed flannels for each guest to blanket any chill on a brisk evening. Whether for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or a new November tradition, it’s time to get outdoors again surrounded in sweater-weather coziness while sharing bites and clinks with family and friends.

“Thin k f l an n el bl an k ets , woo d e n t a bl es , f ire pit s , o pe n g r ill s , st r ing light s an d can dl es to c reat e a really cool e nv iron m e nt you h ave n’t bee n a bl e to d o all s u m m e r.”

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Insider Tips for Hosting:

• Build a menu around the season. “In November, people crave turkey, sage stuffing and cranberry sauce,” Chef Kyle says. “Autumn dinners mean bigger-course meals with varied proteins, like turkey, duck and sirloin, hearty starches, and good fall produce, especially root vegetables such as butternut squash and pumpkin.”

• Always greet guests with a beverage and appetizers. “Offer champagne for wine-lovers or a sparkling drink or signature cocktail.

It’s all about serving guests to the highest caliber,” Kyle says.

• Draw inspiration from the season’s changing colors, cooler temps and lower humidity to move back outdoors. “Think flannel blankets, wooden tables, fire pits, open grills, string lights and candles to create a really cool environment you haven’t been able to do all summer.”

• “You can’t go wrong with fresh flowers,” Hannah says, “but keep bouquets low to not interfere with conversation flowing. For fall, I like richer, jewel-toned florals to mix and match and keep whimsical. I vary glass vases with burnished brass for warm fall vibes.”

• An easy but thoughtful detail is to put a simple menu at each place setting, so guests know what to expect. “Add a pen, so guests can jot tasting notes, especially for wine pairings or multiple courses,” Hannah says. “Guests can share comments, then take the menu home as a sweet reminder of the event.”

• Follow the French principle of mise en place or everything in place before your event. “This is actually our company’s name,” Kyle says. “It’s that important to us. Make sure the wines are all open, cocktails are pre-made, place settings are out, candles are lit and music is playing. When guests arrive, it gives that wow-factor and shows you intentionally made them feel special.”

• To build confidence as a host, start small and practice. “Keep the menu and guest list small,” Kyle says. “Choose recipes you already have confidence in. If you make a great Beef Stroganoff, then go with that. People will love it!”

• As fun as it is to dine outside, always have an indoors back-up plan. “We’ve had to bring it indoors before,” Hannah says. “It’s still fun.”

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For this fall dinner party, Chef Kyle created the perfect dinner menu to tantalize guests' taste buds. For a complete list of recipes, scan the QR code below.

Autumn Dinner Party

RECEPTION • CANAPÉS • CHEESE BRÛLÉES • Aged goat cheese, thyme, figs, local honey, petite greens

APÉRITIF • Champagne

DINNER MENU • Roasted Whole Duck • Brined & Smoked Turkey breast • Grilled Bone-In Ribeye Steaks • Chef’s Sage Gourmet Stuffing • Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Hardwood Smoked Bacon • Heirloom Root Vegetable Hash • Red Bliss Buttered Mashed Potatoes • Gravy • Cranberry Orange Zest Sauce • Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls & Whipped Butter

DESSERT • Traditional Pumpkin Pie, Whipped Cream

FRESH ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS & HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON Yield: 6 servings • 4 cups Brussels sprouts, raw, halved • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil • ¼ cup yellow onion, sliced • 1 tablespoon garlic, sliced thin • 1-2 cups bacon, smoked, thick cut, large dice • Salt, pepper to taste • 2 tablespoons real butter, unsalted • Optional garnish: 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

METHOD OF PREPARATION: 1. Preheat oven to 400 °F for convection setting, (425 °F conventional).

2. In mixing bowl, add oil and cut raw Brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Place seasoned sprouts on baking sheet and bake in oven until done, about 20-40 minutes (soft yet still with good texture and crispy edges with some dark brown color). Remove from oven.

4. Place large sauté pan on medium heat and render bacon.

Add a splash of olive oil to get it going, if needed. Cook until bacon is crispy and golden brown, 5-10 minutes.

5. Add onions to pan and cook until soft, 5-8 minutes.

6. Turn heat to high and add garlic and butter and cook for 1 minute.

7. Add roasted Brussels sprouts to pan and toss all together. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

8. For optional garnishes, add fresh chopped parsley.

9. Serve and enjoy!

CHEF NOTES:

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• If Brussels sprouts are large, cut in quarters.

• Rendering bacon means extracting the bacon fat which adds a lot of flavor to the dish.

Wine Pairing

According to Savor & Swirl, wine pairing doesn’t need to be overly complicated for a casual outdoor dinner party. Have a lighter and fuller body style of white and red available with some sparkling thrown in.

“Lighter to medium-bodied wines from Rhône Valley, Italy or California would be a good place to start,” they state. “Viognier is one of our favorite wines that goes great with fall-inspired cuisines. Pinot Noir wine goes great with just about any food. Lean towards California or Willamette Valley for a new-world style and go with France for a more earthy, old-world style. A big bold Napa Cab would fall in perfectly for the grilled ribeye steak! Cheers!”

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B R I N G I N G B AC K F R O N T P O R C H G AT H E R I N G S

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LEANN PARKER

THIS TIME OF YEAR, I FIND MYSELF EXCITED FOR PREPARING

where we did more backyard pool hangouts and bike rides instead of

OUR HOME FOR THE CHILLY MONTHS AHEAD. Even before the air

indoor dinner birthday parties and game nights; this fall, I expect the

gets crisp I get busy washing throw blankets, replacing worn out couch

changes to continue and that we will be doing more front porch chats

pillows and digging out those yummy smelling candles. It makes me

rather than indoor cocktail hours. Whatever may come with the chilly

want to stock up on coffee and hot cocoa to share with friends when

air I do know one thing…we still need people, and it can still be just

they gather in our home.

as wonderful to gather together! The question that I’ve been asking

Although I am still inclined to do those things, this year is a bit differ-

myself is “how can our family pivot with the times and continue to

ent as the world of social distancing has changed our abilities to gather

gather, visit with friends, meet for coffee, share dinners and celebrate

with friends and family like we used to. Much like this past summer

in life milestones?”

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P U T T I N G T O G E T H E R YO U R G AT H E R I N G S PAC E …

Priceless are the stories that our grandparents tell of the days when they would sit on their front porch waving to neighbors and visiting with friends. In those days front porch sitting had more to do with the absence of

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Somewhere to sit… Even if you don’t have a front porch, you might have a garage, a yard, a little corner under a tree. Pick a spot and plant some chairs there

air-conditioning then social distancing and

(6 feet apart these days). Our Adirondack Chairs are an old version from World

mask wearing but, whatever the reason, I

Market, but any outdoor chair will do. If you have a covered space then don’t be

believe that we have a wonderful opportunity

afraid to pull out those indoor chairs too. It’s charming to see repurposed wooden

to bring back the front porch tradition into our

dining room chairs sitting on a covered porch. Be creative!

modern reality. So, this fall, instead of turning my attention into our living room, I am looking to my front porch (and backyard) in prepara-

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Something to feel… Instantly give your outdoor space the feeling of indoors with an outdoor rug. It seriously changes everything by making the space like a living

tion for gathering with people there. Here are a

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them at any price point. Include a pillow or blanket for warmth, and when the days

to be used well into the cold winter months.

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Something to see… Bring on the layering of flowers, pumpkins or candles to bring the space to life! I like to work with different heights and textures (here I placed my chrysanthemums in bushel baskets from Hobby Lobby and placed them on stools to elevate them to eye level). The possibilities are endless so be creative and have fun!

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Something to eat… Fill a basket with caramel apples on sticks, kettle corn in brown paper bags, coffee or tea in paper travel cups. I love using baskets and trays to easily transport items from my kitchen to the outdoor space.

Keep it practical. If your porch is covered then everything can live outside all season long. If your gathering place is open to the elements then designate a spot indoors, such as a corner in your coat closet, to store your outdoor pillows and blanket on those dewy nights and rainy days. Then, you’ll always know where they are when it’s time to pull them out as friends come by. Here’s to building your own new memories with old front porch traditions!

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High N Fidelity Band 3FTL Benefit

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THE GIN - PROSPER | 5:30 PM 3FTL is a North Texas-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to comprehensive mental health treatment for first responders. Lacey Ingram and Scotty Isaacs will start at 6 p.m. High N Fidelity will hit the stage at 9 p.m. All ticket sales will go straight to 3FTL, all from good drinks, great music and a better cause. For background, visit 3ftl.com.

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Multilingual Storytime (Children 3-5 years)

J O H N A ND J UDY GAY L I B RA RY | 1 0 :30 A M Celebrate the cultures of McKinney with storytime in many languages.

This event also enhances literacy skills and attendees will work together on a take-home activity. This storytime concludes at 11:15 a.m.

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Prosper Veterans Day 5K

F R O NT I E R PA R K , 1 5 5 1 F R O NT I E R PA R K WAY, P ROS P E R This is the first annual Prosper Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run. The 5K run will begin and end at Frontier Park, near the site of the future Prosper Veteran's Memorial. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Memorial. For additional information, call Parks and Recreation at 972.569.1160.

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KinFolk Traditional Irish Music

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TH E CELT IRISH PUB | 3:00 PM KinFolk performs traditional Irish music. Website: KinFolkIrishMusic. com or Facebook.com/kinfolkirishmusic. KinFolk’s repertoire is a lively blend of jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas and marches with waltzes, airs, and songs added for good measure.

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TexasFest McKinney

A DRIATICA VIL LAG E OU TDO O R STAG E Enjoy music concerts, 150 artists/ crafters, classic cars, frisbee dogs, cowboy shows, pony rides, and dozens of Texas-themed attractions, games, and contests. Admission and parking are free. Check out the Taste of Texas Food Garden. Shoppers can enjoy the Community Marketplace, which presents the heritage and the culture of the great state of Texas. Visit TexasFestDallas.com .

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Holiday Card Making Class

MCKINNE Y COFFEE COMPAN Y, 1 910 N STO NEBR IDG E DRIVE, MCKINNE Y | 3 : 00 PM Grab friends and join an afternoon of fun to create four-holiday cards you choose to take home. All the supplies, examples and instructions are included. No prior experience is required. This event is hosted by McKinney Coffee Company and taught by McKinney Artist, Linda Bonner. Tickets are $25each: Account.Venmo. com/u/Linda-Bonner-10.

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NOVEMBER 19 TH

Basket Weaving Workshop

J UMP I NTO A RT ST UDI OS MC K I NNE Y | 1 0 :0 0 A M Ever wanted to learn basket weaving? And understand the simple but somehow complicated steps to making a usable vessel? This is a complete jump into how-to-doit with visiting educator Jennifer Rogers from the Collin County Farm Museum. The workshop starts with coffee and doughnuts; the afternoon provides snacks and wine.

A 1-hour lunch break at noon. Just eight spaces are offered.

NOVEMBER 19 TH

Zip Line Day

H E A R D NAT UR A L S C I E N C E MUS E UM & WI L DL I F E SA NC T UA RY | 1 :0 0 P M During Zip Line Days, guests climb a 23-foot tree to the location's zip platform and then proceed to a 487foot zip line. This event concludes by 4 p.m. Price is $16 each for each time one travels down the zip line.

Pre-registration is required. The ropes course can be scheduled for custom programs for groups of ten or more persons.

NOVEMBER 20 TH

Classics Book Club For Adults

J O H N A ND J UDY GAY L I B RA RY | 2:0 0 P M Like the idea of reading the classics, but need some inspiration? Each month is an informal but informed discussion with a focus on fun. The book selected for November's discussion is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith, an autobiographical novel concerning a daughter of German immigrants growing up in the slums of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in the early 20th century.

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Trivia Night

TH E BRASS TA P - PR OS PER | 7: 0 0 PM Join a night of free, live Trivia until 9 p.m. No more than six per team; prizes for the top three. Only one smart device (phone, tablet, laptop.. etc) per team is needed to send in answers. Seating is first come, first served. This is a HeadsTilt Entertainment event.

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Home For The Holidays

HISTO RIC DOWN TOWN MCKINNE Y | 10:30 AM Thanksgiving weekend marks the 41st 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 and a great start to the holiday season.

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Parker Square Car & Truck Show

FEARLESS NUTRITION | 11:00 AM This show is hosted by TimeMachineCarShows.com. There is a $20 entry fee, however the spectator entry is free.

Registration is from 10 a.m. to noon.

Attendees vote for People’s Choice Award. A Farmers Market is being held in conjunction with the car show. For more information, email Ray@timemachinecarshows.com.

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Herb-Topped P OP CORN

RECIPE: WANT A QUICK SNACK, BUT IN THE MOOD FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT? ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES Add kick to traditional popcorn by incorporating herbs into a butter topping: The following buttery and savory flavor combination doesn't disappoint.

NE W, TA S T Y S P R INK L E INGREDIENTS • 3 tablespoons coconut oil (or olive oil if preferred) • 3/4 cup popcorn kernels • 5 tablespoons butter, melted • 2 teaspoons garlic salt • 2 teaspoons parsley (dried) • 1 teaspoon thyme

DIRECTIONS Add oil to the bottom of a pot and melt over medium heat. Add popcorn kernels and place lid on top of the pot and heat over medium heat until kernels are popped, shaking pan occasionally. Melt butter in a separate dish and add seasonings. Pour on top, and munch.

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