Events
Nonpro t
BY MICHAEL CROUCHLEY
BY KAREN CHANEY
Journey of Hope Program Director Kerri New- man said the mission of the nonpro t organization is to renew hope, foster healing and develop resil- ience in the hearts of children and their families grieving the death of a loved one. “We are the soft landing, a place where kids don’t feel alone in their grief journey,” Newman said. “People can be afraid to talk about the death [of their loved one]. We teach that grief is not a sign of weakness.” The approach Journey of Hope o ers twice-a-month meetings in Plano and Frisco. Every meeting begins with dinner, then children will split based on grade level. Parents and caregivers are divided based on their relationship with the person who passed. Journey of Hope o ers grief counseling for children, parents
• $20-$250 • Legacy Hall and Box Garden, 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano • www.legacyfoodhall.com
March
Texas Independence Day Festival Legacy Hall is hosting a Texas themed festival with themed drinks, craft beer tastings, live country music and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to reserve VIP lounges for the event. • March 2, 2 p.m. • $17-$480 • Legacy Hall and Box Garden, Mardi Gras at FIZZ FIZZ in west Plano is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration. • March 4, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • FIZZ, 3310 Dallas Parkway, Ste. 115, Plano • www. izzplano.com 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano • www.legacyfoodhall.com Play Hooky Dallas The event known as Ditch Day Dallas is returning as “Play Hooky Dallas,” an event that encourages attendees to “trade in our workday blues for good times.” The event will feature live DJs, line dancing, lawn games and more. • March 14, 11 a.m.
St. Patty’s Day at Ringo’s Pub The pub in the Shops at Legacy is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day event where attendees are encouraged to dress in green and come celebrate the holiday. • March 17 • Free (admission) • Ringo’s Pub, 5865 Kincaid Road, Plano • www.ringospub.com The Texas Golf Expo The event will feature vendors selling golf equipment, apparel, accessories and rounds. Attendees will also have the chance to demo new golf products and win several freebies. • March 21-23 • $15, free (kids 16 and under) • Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano • www.texasgolfexpo.com
Kerri Newman and Dick Evans sit at the nonpro t’s headquarters in Plano.
Activities are age-appropriate with a goal of giving participants the opportunity to share memories about their loved ones.
Texas Forever Fest 2025 The city of Plano is hosting its annual Texas Forever Fest. The event meant to celebrate Texas food, art and music will feature live music, activities, vendors and more. The Spirit of Texas is also hosting the Texas Whiskey Festival at the event. • March 22, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St., Plano • www.plano.gov/2060/Texas-Forever-Fest
Activities are age-appropriate with a goal of giving participants the opportunity to share mem- ories about their loved ones. Activities can include art projects, charades, journaling and more. Dick Evans, Journey of Hope interim executive director, said many group facilitators were former participants, and over half have experienced the death of a loved one.
W. 15THST.
N
3900 W. 15th St., Ste. 306, Plano www.johgriefsupport.org
LOWER PRICES on HUNDREDS OF WINES In-Store ONLY 2/1 - 3/1 No Limit on Quantities While Supplies Last
®
WINES · SPIRITS · FINER FOODS FINER FOODS Che s to Savings! ®
HUGE WINE SALE
PLANO 5930 West Park Blvd (972) 250-0500 PLANO NORTH 5420 State Hwy 121 (469) 687-2581
ALLEN 1839 N Central Expressway (972) 908-3488 EAST PLANO 3404 N Central Expressway (972) 423-6688
COIT ROAD 1453 Coit Rd (972) 867-2821
Store selections vary. Photos for illustration only. Not responsible for typographical errors. SPECSONLINE.COM
Offering Curbside, In-Store Pickup & Delivery
Powered by FlippingBook