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The art of rapid growth Prosper plans $192M bond to expand roads, facilities and public safety

$2.3 million of the proposed bond is designated for downtown improvements, including renovating the silos and adding an entryway arch. (Courtesy SBG Hospitality)

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Scott said. “If we wanted to continue our road improvement program without stoppage, without a gap in there, we would ... have to have more authorization, which is what we’re seeking [with the bond elec- tion],” Scott said.

of about 50%, according to data from the Prosper Economic Development Corporation. Deputy Town Manager Bob Scott said growth required the town to accelerate the 2020 bond program to nish in six years, rather than the initially planned 10 years. As a result, town ocials are expecting to run out of capacity from the 2020 bond by next year,

BY JACQUELYN BURRER

Prosper residents will vote this November on a $192.3 million bond aimed at funding road improve- ments, town facilities and public safety services to support the town’s rapid growth. Since voters approved a $210 million bond in 2020, Prosper’s population has increased by a rate

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PROPOSITION A: STREETS

$92.8 million to design, construct, expand and improve Prosper’s roads, sidewalks, intersections, pedestrian access, lighting, traffic signals, drainage and related infrastructure. These improvements will address Prosper’s continued growth, mobility and safety. $29 million for expanding Prosper Police Headquarters. The project includes new secure parking, a second-story expansion and upgrades to meet staffing projections through 2035. PROPOSITION B: POLICE $34.2 million to build a new public library facility with teen and children’s areas, study rooms, innovation labs, quiet spaces and adaptable infrastructure for emerging technologies and community events. PROPOSITION C: LIBRARY $24 million to enhance Parks and Recreation offerings by designing, constructing, improving and equipping parks, trails, bridges, sports fields, courts and other recreational facilities. PROPOSITION D: PARKS AND RECREATION $10 million to construct and equip a service center for streets, parks, fleet and facility maintenance. PROPOSITION E: PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS SERVICE CENTER $2.3 million to renovate the historic silos, construct additional parking, signage, entryway landmarks, land acquisition, drainage improvements and sidewalks in Downtown Prosper. PROPOSITION F: DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS Early voting will be held October 20-31 Election Day is Tuesday, November 4 Information on polling locations, dates and hours is available at When is the election? prospertx.gov/elections

The Town of Prosper will hold a bond election on November 4, 2025. The proposed bond package totals $192.3 million and includes funding for streets, police, parks and recreation, a new library, operations facilities and downtown improvements. This bond election will not result in an increase to the property tax rate. The projects included in the bond program were identified through a citizen-led committee that worked closely with Town staff to review community needs and future growth. Each proposition is designed to improve Town facilities and infrastructure and are expected to be completed over the next eight years. Town of Prosper Bond Election 2025 November 4, 2025

PARKS & RECREATION 13.1% DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS 1.3% Proposition Breakdown PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS SERVICE CENTER 5.4% 5.2% DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT

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STREETS 45.9% 48.3%

LIBRARY 18.6% 17.8%

POLICE 15.8% 15%

TOTAL: $192,300,000 $192,300,0

Visit prospertx.gov/bond2025 for full project details and voting information.

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7 CheerLand The play and party venue is meant to spark creativity in children and caters to toddlers, teens and young adults, its website stated. CheerLand features play structures such as slides, tunnels and climbing areas as well as interactive areas for crafts, music and dance. The Prosper location is expected to complete its construction in March 2026. • 3740 W. University Drive, Ste. 70, Prosper • www.cheerlandusa.com 8 The Little Gym The new facility will be located near the intersection of U.S. 380 and Coit Road. Construction is currently estimated to be finished in October. The franchise offers gymnastics classes designed for children of varying ages and abilities, including parent-participation options. Additionally, the facility also hosts birthday parties and special events.

5 Ground Control Trampoline Park Prosper Planning and Zoning commissioners approved a site plan and final plat for a 40,738-square-foot trampoline park owned by Ground Control Trampoline Park at their Aug. 19 meeting. The trampoline park is set to open next year and will offer obstacle courses, dodgeball, ziplining and amusement rides, according to a news release from Ground Control. The Prosper location would be the company’s third Texas location, with parks in Irving and San Antonio. • Opening 2026 6 The Tutoring Center Owner Xin Dong said they are still in the early stages of preparation but hope to open in January or February. Dong said the center will offer one-to-one instruction in reading, math and writing for kindergarten through 12th grade students, with a focus on increasing students’ academic skills and concentration span. • Opening 2026 • 1500 Richland Blvd., Prosper • www.groundcontrolparklc.com

9 Barnes & Noble The new store will be located within the Gates of Prosper development, and it will feature a cafe. Barnes & Noble sells a wide selection of books, magazines, DVDs and records. • Opening in February • 1191 Gates Parkway, Ste. 300, Prosper • www.barnesandnoble.com

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1 Blaze Pizza The restaurant offers signature and customized pizzas. • Opening 2026 • 3515 S. Preston Road, Ste. 130, Celina • www.blazepizza.com

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5 Costco Wholesale Permits show a June 2026 construction start time. • 3445 S. Preston Road, Celina • www.costco.com

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2 PNC Bank The bank offers services for personal finance. • Opening early 2026 • 3605 S. Preston Road, Celina • www.pnc.com/en/personal-banking.html

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6 First State Bank The bank currently will move from its Ash Street location. • Relocating Oct. 15 • 433 S. Preston Road, Celina • www.firststate.bank

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3 Academy Sports + Outdoors The business offers sporting and outdoors equipment. • 3525 S. Preston Road, Celina • www.academy.com 4 All4Gym The business offers gymnastics and cheerleading classes.

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New emergency services district to be on Collin County ballot

Collin County residents in select unincorporated areas will consider the creation of an Emergency Services District during the November election. Collin County’s commissioners unanimously approved calling for the election at a July 28 meeting, roughly six months after the county judge received a petition calling for the creation of Emergency Services District No. 1, or the ESD. If approved, the created district would have an associated property tax that would be used to fund fire protection and ambulance services to residents within the district’s boundaries. An ESD is used to provide fire and ambulance service in the county’s unincorporated areas. Currently, there are over 350 ESDs in Texas, and they provide fire protection and ambulance service in the unincorporated areas of counties, whether by contracting for services with the or creating their own departments. Rather than operating its own fire department or ambulance service, the emergency response services funded by the proposed ESD would be provided through contracts with cities and volun- teer fire departments, the county’s website states. The current situation Collin County cities and towns with unincor- porated areas are currently providing emergency services to those areas, which is partially funded through the county. The county budget includes about $2 million annually to contribute to the costs of fire and ambulance services, although counties are not required by state law to provide emergency services in unincorporated areas. County Judge Chris Hill said the current fire services contract between the county and 21

firefighting agencies is renewed annually, with agencies being allowed to leave the agreement with 30-days notice. In October 2024, officials from three municipalities notified county officials of their intention to leave the contract in a year, citing the need for more funding, Hill said. This later sparked the creation of a petition for the establishment of the ESD. The impact The proposition for the creation of the ESD will be on the ballot of any Collin County resident in the unincorporated areas of cities that opted in for the program. If a city opted in and the ESD passes in November, it would create a property tax for residents in that unincorporated area that will enable them to have access to emergency services. If a town opted out and the ESD passes, resi- dents in the unincorporated areas will not receive services from the county because it will not be considered part of the emergency district. The city would also not receive funding. The city could choose to service those areas without county funding though it will not be required to. Looking ahead If the proposed ESD is approved by the voters, the district’s first fiscal year and associated con- tracted services would begin Oct. 1, 2026. County commissioners would be responsible for appointing a five-person board of commissioners for the district, made up of individuals who own land in the district. The commissioners would also set the initial tax rate for the district, which will be no more than $0.10 per $100 in assessed value. Collin County Administrator Yoon Kim said at the July 28 meeting that initial estimates show

Who it affects The proposed district will affect residents in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Collin County cities that opted in to participate.

Cities whose officials opted in to participate:

• Blue Ridge • Celina • Farmersville • Fate • Josephine

• McKinney • Melissa • Murphy • New Hope,

• Nevada • Parker • Princeton • Prosper • Royse City • Weston • Wylie

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• Lavon • Lowry

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Cities whose officials opted out of participate:

• Allen • Anna • Fairview • Frisco

• Garland • Hebron • Lucas • Plano*

• St. Paul • Trenton • Van Alstyne

*THE CITY OF PLANO WAS NOT APPLICABLE IN THE CHOICE TO OPT IN OR OUT BECAUSE THERE IS NO EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION WITHIN THE CITY’S LIMITS. SOURCE: COLLIN COUNTY/COMMUNITY IMPACT

that, at a $0.10 tax rate, the annual tax revenue for the district would amount to about $9.5 million. County Commissioner Cheryl Williams also noted that residents within the proposed district that live in a Municipal Utility District, or MUD, would not be subject to the ESD tax to avoid double taxation due to existing agreements. Hill said in the event the ESD fails, he would be supportive of continuing to invest the amount currently budgeted to provide the service, but noted firefighting agencies and municipalities may not continue to accept that funding. “Our objective is to have no gap,” Hill said of the county’s fire service. “Our goal as a body is to see seamless coverage countywide.”

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Prosper approves flat property tax rate, adopts FY 2025-26 budget

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The budget includes funding for 23 new full- time positions, but 20 will receive funding Feb. 1 instead of Oct. 1 to help balance the town’s health insurance fund. The new positions include: • Six police positions, including four new officers • Nine firefighters and paramedics to staff the new Fire Station No. 4 • Three public works positions • Two parks technicians

Property tax rate per $100 valuation

Prosper residents will see a flat town property tax rate in the coming fiscal year as Prosper continues adapting to growing demands. At their Sept. 16 meeting, Prosper Town Council members adopted the proposed FY 2025-26 budget and set the property tax rate of $0.505 per $100 valuation, which is the same as the current rate. Although council members approved a flat rate, some Prosper residents may still see higher tax bills due to rising property values. Additionally, Town Council also adjusted how the rate is allocated, slightly reducing the capital dedicated portion of the property tax rate while increasing the general fund and debt service portion, keeping the overall rate the same. Chris Landrum, Prosper’s finance director, said town staff monitors sensitive revenue sources, such as sales tax and development fees, on a monthly basis to ensure the town can adjust if revenues shift. According to town documents, sales tax revenue is still growing and is projected to increase by 7.3% in 2026. “[The growth] may not be as robust as it has been in recent years, but we continue to grow,” Landrum said. Previously, Landrum said while staff anticipated slower growth in sales tax revenue, the change happened earlier than initially anticipated.

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However, three of the new positions included for public works will still receive funding starting Oct. 1, Landrum said. Another challenge presented by the budget included the town’s health insurance fund, which saw an increase in preliminary claims for FY 2024- 25, Town Manager Mario Canizares said. The budget will take effect Oct. 1.

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Council also approved $39.4 million in proposed government capital projects, which includes: • $26 million in streets projects • $7.1 million in parks projects • $6.3 million in facility projects

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Council tables zoning for Prosper Oaks Plans for the 373.5-acre Prosper Oaks housing project will go before Prosper Town Council at its Oct. 14 meeting after Council members tabled a zoning change request. The decision comes after the Prosper Planning and Zoning Commission unani- mously recommended denying the zoning change, citing concerns about density and lot sizes. The development would include up to 800 homes.

Celina's property tax rate history since FY 2021-22

$0 $0.4 $0.2 $0.6 $0.8

$0.4293 $0.2156

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Celina lowers tax rate, adopts $382M budget Celina City Council voted Sept. 9 to lower the city’s property tax rate, continuing a four-year trend, while adopting a $382 million budget to support the community’s rapid growth. The new property tax rate of $0.576401 per $100 valuation is just over 3% lower than the current rate of $0.598168 per $100 valuation.

What you need to know Despite the lower tax rate, the average Celina homestead owner will see an increase of about $124 from last year on their city property tax bill due to increasing property values. Additionally, due to new growth and increas- ing property values, city staff are projecting an increase of 3.5% in tax revenue for next year. The increased revenue will be used for enhanc- ing public safety services and capital improvement projects and infrastructure, according to city documents.

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Officials table bond committee plans Plans for Celina’s bond committee are under review after City Council members tabled a vote on committee appointments to allow more time to clarify the group’s role. The details At their Sept. 9 meeting, council mem- bers delayed approving 17 recommended members for the May 2026 bond committee due to questions about the scope of the committee’s work. City Secretary Ashley Owens said the bond is currently planned at about $400 million spent over five years. The May 2026 package would only include general obligation bond projects, meaning voters would decide on those items. Mayor Ryan Tubbs said the plan limits the commit- tee’s work to $20 million for parks projects.

Council OKs housing for Gates of Prosper An amended development plan is set to add 600 multifamily apartments and 150 single-family lots to the Gates of Prosper. Council members approved amending housing development plans for the Gates of Prosper at their Aug. 26 meeting, with Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Chris Kern and council member Marcus Ray voting against the changes. The decision came after the Prosper Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recom- mended denying the amendments Aug. 5, citing concerns about lot sizes and density. Zooming in Council members raised concerns about the density and quality of apartments in Subdistrict 2 but approved the plan with nine added require- ments, including capping two-bedroom apart- ments at 37%, with the rest as one-bedroom units.

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Mayor Pro Tem Amy Bartley said one of her main requirements was that the developer should pursue upscale hospitality and retail tenants to ensure a high-quality project for Prosper residents. “Residents say they don’t want more multifam- ily,” Bartley said. “But they also say they want higher-end retail and restaurants, and you have a developer telling you this is how you get this.” Ray said council members need to “hold the line to be consistent” with Prosper’s established multifamily standards that were adopted in 2024.

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Transportation

BY SAMANTHA DOUTY

3 Coit Road resurfacing Project: The project includes the asphalt resurfacing of Coit Road in three segments. These segments are CR 100 from Preston Road to CR 97, CR 90 from CR 92 to CR 98, and CR 97 from Lynn Stambaugh Parkway to CR 134. Update: The project is in the design phase and is ready for bidding. • Timeline: estimated completion is September 2026 • Cost: $3.49 million • Funding source: city of Celina 4 Legacy Drive construction Project: Legacy Drive from Honey Creek Way to Carey Road will be constructed to a two-lane concrete roadway including a bridge. Update: The project is 90% complete with planning and is on hold awaiting construction funding. • Timeline: TBD • Cost: $11.73 million

8 First Street reconstruction Project: First Street is being redone from Stuber Elementary School to Dallas Parkway. The project includes four-lanes of concrete pavement and median landscaping. Update: The project is under construction and should be completed later this year. • Timeline: spring 2023-November 2025 • Cost: $30.89 million • Funding source: town of Prosper 9 US 380 widening Project: US 380 is being widened by TxDOT the Collin and Denton County dividing line to Loop 288. It is being expanded from a four-lane divided roadway to a six-lane divided roadway. The project also includes the construction of overpasses at Legacy Drive, Teel Parkway and FM 423. Update: The project is under construction and should wrap next year. • Timeline: early 2022-April 2026 • Cost: $175.66 million • Funding source: TxDOT, other entities

32% complete. • Timeline: late 2025-fall 2027 • Cost: $27.79 million • Funding source: town of Prosper

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1 Marilee Road reconstruction Project: The project spans Marilee Road from Preston Road to Dallas Parkway. The project is shared with the city of Gunter, Grayson County, Collin County, city of Celina and the adjacent subdivision developers. The project will be a full depth reclamation of the existing asphalt roadway. Update: The project is in the design phase. • Timeline: TBD • Cost: $8.7 million • Funding source: city of Celina, other entities 2 Preston Road lighting installation Project: The project will include arterial lighting installation along Preston Road from Legacy Drive to Grayson County line. Update: The project is in the design phase with 100% of the plans complete. The project is on hold until the Texas Department of Transportation’s funding is available. • Timeline: TBD • Cost: $740,000 • Funding sources: city of Celina, TxDOT

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6 Sunset Boulevard asphalt improvements Project: The project is replacing the asphalt pavement and installing sanitary sewer along Sunset Boulevard from Preston Road to Coit Road. Update: The project is under construction. • Timeline: estimated completion February 2026 • Cost: $4.2 million Project: Coit Road from First Street to Prosper Trail is being widened from a four-lane roadway to a six-lane divided concrete roadway. This is the first phase of redeveloping Coit Road. Update: The project is under construction, which started this summer. • Timeline: summer 2025-summer 2026 • Cost: $23.64 million • Funding source: town of Prosper • Funding source: city of Celina 7 Coit Road construction

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The big picture

$92.8M for street and road project improvements

The package is split into six propositions, with nearly half of the bond funding roads. Prosper Town Council members unanimously voted Aug. 12 to place the bond package on the Nov. 4 ballot. If approved by voters, Scott said the bond would not raise Prosper’s current property tax rate. Prosper ocials created a bond committee, which included 10 residents, in 2024 to identify key projects that should be included in the proposed bond election. Committee member Shane Funk said the group aimed to address immediate needs without adding costs for residents. “I’ve kind of watched [Prosper] go from 3,000 residents to where we are now and just explode,” Funk said. “Our community has grown so much that we need to do some of these things to facilitate the inux of people and then still balance some of the road and infrastructure [work], especially on the west side of town.” Funk said some projects, such as a new recreation center, were left for future initiatives, so the bond could focus on immediate priorities, such as roads. Director of Engineering Hulon Webb said at a July 22 meeting many of the road projects included are already under design, so they only need construction funding to move forward. If any propositions fail, Scott said council could look for alternative nancing, but road improvements would likely remain a priority. A new town library facility is among the bond’s priorities, which Library Director Gary Landeck said is highlighted by the rising service demands as the town has grown. “The library was never intended to stay in the space [within Town Hall],” Landeck said. “We’re trying to get ready for the future.”

$34.2M for a new library facility Building a new public library with study and meeting rooms, innovation labs and outdoor/quiet areas $29M for police headquarters improvements Expanding police headquarters to have a second oor, and adding new parking and other upgrades

Total: $192.3M

$24M for parks and recreation facilities improvements

$10M for a public works and parks service center Constructing a new public service center for streets, parks and eet maintenance

$2.3M for downtown improvements Downtown improvements, renovating the silos, adding an entryway arch and updating accessibility

Zooming in

A $12M: Prosper Trail (Teel Parkway to Legacy Drive) B $10.5M: First Street (Craig to Coleman) C $10M: Legacy Drive (Prosper Trail to Parvin Road) D $10M: Gee Road (US 380 to FM 1385) E $10M: Prosper Trail (Legacy Drive to Dallas North Tollway)

F $9.5M: Teel Parkway (First Street to Freeman) G $9M: Coleman Street (First Street to Gorgeous) H $8.5M: DNT northbound frontage road (US 380 to Frontier Parkway) I $5.8M: Legacy Drive (Star Trail to Legacy Drive) J $5M: for roundabouts at Gorgeous K $2.5M: Gorgeous (LIV development to Coleman)

$92.8M

A $15M: Future community park construction B $3.8M: Adding pickleball and tennis courts in Pecan Grove Park, Prairie Park and Tanner’s Mill Park C $2.7M: Replacing and upgrading trail and bridge connections

D $2.5M: Playground development and replacements, including $1.9M for Frontier Park soccer and windmill playground replacements and $600K for Etheridge park

$24M

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Mapping it out

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Some context

More details

Although state law requires ballots to list each referendum as a tax increase, Scott said the proposed bond would not raise Prosper’s property tax rate, which was adopted at $0.505 per $100 valuation. “What we’re trying to do is hit that balance where we’re not putting a huge amount of assets in place way in advance of when we need them,” Scott said. “So we keep the tax rate reasonable, but at the same time, we promote future growth, and we support the growth that’s already here.”

The bond was rst proposed at $183.8 million but increased by $8.5 million after updated property appraisals expanded the town’s funding capacity. If approved, bond funding would be spent over the next eight years. As of September, Prosper has issued 70% of the funds from the 2020 bond, with 30% reserved for current and future projects. Scott said 70% of the 2020 package went toward street infrastructure, which allowed the 2025 bond committee to focus on other priorities. “[The bond package] is a little more evenly spread across all avenues of things,” Funk said.

Dates to know

Oct. 6 Voter registration deadline

Oct. 20-31 Early voting Nov. 4 Election Day

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Events

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National Night Out - Prosper The annual event encourages residents to gather together, get to know one another and welcome visits from Prosper Police officers. • Oct. 7, send-off at 5:30 p.m. • Free • 801 Safety Way, Prosper • www.prospertx.gov/178/national-night-out-2025 Celina Oktoberfest The family-friendly event will bring the sights, sounds and flavors of Germany to Celina. The event will feature various contests including keg rolling, stein holding, brat eating, cornhole and wiener dog races, among others. • Oct. 11, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. • Free (admission) • 302 W. Walnut St., Celina • www.celinaoktoberfest.com Beware! Of the Square Halloween fans can check out Celina’s Beware! Of the Square, an annual spooktacular Halloween festival. Events include trick or treating, a pumpkin derby, vendors, a haunted house and an escape room.

October

Celina Friday Night Market Head to Celina’s Downtown Square for the monthly Friday Night Market. Attendees can expect local vendors offering handcrafted items, seasonal produce and artisanal goods.

• Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • 302 W. Walnut St., Celina • www.lifeincelinatx.com/fnm

Clean Sweep Celina residents can get rid of electronic waste, yard materials, paint, furniture and more. • Oct. 4, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. • Free • 10165 County Road 106, Celina • www.celina-tx.gov/1895/clean-sweep National Night Out - Celina Celebrate community and safety with the Celina Police Department at National Night Out. • Oct. 7, times vary • Free • Address dependent on block party locations • www.celina-tx.gov/1632/national-night-out

Celebrate Prosper The town’s annual hometown party will return to Frontier Park this October. The event will feature live music, a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, henna artists and a glow-in-the-dark bubble truck. • Oct. 4, 4-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • 1551 Frontier Parkway, Prosper • www.prospertx.gov/563/celebrate-prosper

• Oct. 25, 4-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • 302 W. Walnut St., Celina • www.lifeincelinatx.com/beware2025

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Festival guide

September

October

Oktoberfest in McKinney Enjoy authentic German food, domestic and imported beer, live music, games, and more during Historic Downtown McKinney’s Oktoberfest celebration. • Sept. 26, 5-11 p.m.; Sept. 27, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sept. 28, noon-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney • www.mckinneytexas.org/664/oktoberfest

Cottonwood Art Festival in Richardson This festival features over 197 artists chosen to exhibit their work from approximately 1,400 submissions. There will also be hands-on art activities for children.

• Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission and parking) • Cottonwood Park, 1301 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson • www.cottonwoodartfestival.com/artstop

Celebrate Prosper This family-friendly event provides a petting zoo, a cornhole tournament, food trucks and more.

• 901 E. 15th St., Plano • www.planointernationalfestival.org

September

Boot Scootin’ Saturday Night in Colleyville The city of Colleyville turns the City Hall Plaza into a dance hall for a night of country dancing and live music. • Sept. 27, 7-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • 100 Main St., Colleyville • www.colleyville.com/residents/boot-scootin

Huffhines Harvest Fest in Richardson Event attendees can enjoy shopping from local vendors, a family costume contest, a pumpkin patch and live music. • Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Road, Richardson • www.huffhinesharvestfest.com Day of the Dead Festival in Denton Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival will include a parade, pumpkin patch, costume contest and coffin races. • Oct. 24-26, times TBD • Free • 225 W. Hickory St., Denton • www.dentondayofthedeadfestival.com This list is not comprehensive.

• Oct. 4, 4-8 p.m. • Free (admission)

• Frontier Park, 1551 Frontier Parkway, Prosper • www.prospertx.gov/563/celebrate-prosper

Fall Into Flower Mound Festival The town’s inaugural fall festival will feature several cover bands, food and local business vendors. • Oct. 10, 5-10 p.m.; Oct. 11, noon-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • 4400 River Walk Drive, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.gov/2673/fall-festival Celebrate Roanoke The 28th annual Celebrate Roanoke street festival will offer entertainment, live music and food vendors. • Oct. 11, noon-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • Oak Street, Roanoke • www.roanoketexas.gov/111/celebrate-roanoke Plano International Festival The 21st annual Plano International Festival will include food trucks, a flag parade, vendors and activities. • Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission and parking)

October

Blocktober Party in Denton The block party will include bounce houses, lawn games, a pumpkin drop and a chance to meet city officials. • Oct. 1, 6-8 p.m. • Free • Denton Civic Center, 321 E. McKinney St., Denton • www.cityofdenton.com/944/blocktober-party Frisco Oktoberfest The sixth annual Frisco Oktoberfest will include authentic German cuisine, traditional Oktoberfest games and beer. • Oct. 4, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • The Star, 9 Cowboys Way, Frisco • www.friscooktoberfest.com

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A variety of gifts are sold at Prosper Blooms.

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Prosper Blooms: Marking milestones for 15 years

are peonies, roses and hydrangeas. Customers can order pre-designed ower arrangements online and in person and Prosper Blooms oers custom arrangements and orist-led designs. Floral arrangements range from tradi- tional to contemporary designs. On the non-botanical side, Bacon also sells gifts including home decor, body care, candles and collegiate items. “I am a one-stop-shop for your owers and if you want to nd a gift for under $20,” Bacon said. Prosper Blooms’ busiest seasons are Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and homecoming and prom season. Ongoing oral requests include milestones such as birthdays, weddings and funerals.

In addition to selling oral arrangements, Prosper Blooms owner Kambra Bacon said she also sells gifts, clothing, candles, chocolate and more in her downtown Prosper store. Bacon said after moving to Prosper in 2006, she determined there was a orist void. In 2010, she lled the void when she opened Prosper Blooms. The details Although Bacon sources some owers from abroad including roses from Ecuador and tulips from Holland, she prefers shopping locally. “My rst go-to [source] are small ower farms in the area, probably within a 50-mile radius,” Bacon said. The top three selling owers at Prosper Blooms

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