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Frisco Edition VOLUME 13, ISSUE 2 SEPT. 19 OCT. 20, 2025
2025 Education Edition
Arts facility takes center stage at FISD
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Work on the Frisco ISD Visual and Performing Arts Center facade has begun as the facility is less than a year from opening.
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4 Himalayan Spice It offers a blend of Nepali and Indian/Himalayan recipes. • Opened July 25 • 13225 Dallas Parkway, Ste. 200, Frisco • www.himalayanspicefrisco.com 5 Petfolk The business provides a variety of veterinary services including: exams, vaccinations, spay and neutering, urgent care, diagnostic testing and more. • Opened July 11 • 4453 Main St., Ste. 310, Frisco • www.petfolk.com
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8 Aldi Construction, which has an estimated cost of $2.65 million, is scheduled to begin in August and be completed February 2026. Another Aldi is open on Preston Road in Frisco. • W. University Drive and Hollyhock Road, Frisco • www.aldi.us
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10 Maivie The floral arrangements craft shop offers workshops where patrons can create framed pressed flower art. At Maivie, flowers and frames are provided for each booked three-hour workshop, according to its website. It currently has locations in California and Utah. This is its first Texas location. • Opened Aug. 29 • 7511 Main St., Ste. A120, Frisco • www.shopmaivie.com
6 Baskin Robbins The ice cream store’s menu has a variety of ice cream flavors including cinnamon roll, chocolate chip and pink bubblegum. • Opening mid-October • 5251 Panther Creek Parkway, Frisco • www.baskinrobbins.com 7 The Brunch District The menu features steak and eggs, omelettes, skillets,
Closings
9 Brooklyn’s Cuts and Designs The business announced the closure in a July 31 social media post. The business was owned by Rodregius “Brooklyn” Smith. The shop offered professional hair cutting and styling services. • Closed in July • 6927 Main St., Frisco
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5 Prost Taphouse The business sells 45 unique craft beers including locally made and rare finds. In addition to beer, wine and cocktails are also served. Food can be purchased from onsite food trucks. • Opened Aug. 6 • 8979 FM 423, Ste. 100, Frisco • www.prosttaphouse.com 6 Satoshi Japanese Kitchen The Japanese cuisine restaurant serves hibachi entrees including chicken, filet mignon and vegetables. The menu also features yakisoba entrees which are noodle- based dishes. Sushi and fried rice are also available. • Opened Aug. 13 7 Simply South The menu features Indian vegetarian dishes including a variety of idly dishes. Idly is a south Indian rice and lentil cake. Other options include paneer tikka kebabs and butter naan. Simply South has a location in Irving. Future locations are slated for Texas cities including McKinney, Houston and Austin, according to the company’s website. • Opened Aug. 25 8 Spicy Matka The menu at Spicy Matka features such items as steamed, fried or masala tossed momos, rolls, a selection of different types of curry and more. • Opened July 7 • 2550 Preston Road, Frisco • www.hsm-frisco.com • 8425 FM 423, Ste. 160, Frisco • https://satoshifrisco.square.site • 8250 SH 121, Frisco • www.simplysouth.us 9 Belle Vie Salon Suites & Spa The business will provide leasable space for beauty professionals, including: hair stylists, nail artists,
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12 Hinoki It will offer sushi rolls, bento boxes, curry, katsu and more. It currently does not have a website available. • Opening in September • 8050 Preston Road, Ste. 106, Frisco • 972-292-9262
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10 Noodle One The restaurant, which is Halal-certified, will serve beef noodle soup. Stir-fry noodles and wok-tossed fried rice, the eatery’s website states. • Opening TBD
13 Texas Bank The bank previously operated at 7700 W. Main Street offering services such as consumer banking for people looking to open checking or savings accounts. • Relocated Aug. 25 • 7680 Preston Road, Frisco • www.texasbnk.com
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15 Crocs The retail store sells casual footwear for women, men and children. The company’s brands include Crocs and Heydude, the website states. • Opened Aug. 15 • Stonebriar Centre, 2601 Preston Road, Ste. 1027, Frisco • www.crocs.com
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BY HANNAH JOHNSON
Education Edition
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FISD generates nearly $2.5M in revenue, see how (Page 13)
See how FISD students performed in STAAR (Page 14)
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Frisco ISD to launch tuition-based pre-kindergarten program
and Talley elementary schools, among others. To be eligible for the program, children must meet the age requirements and be potty trained. More details on the program and available campuses can be found at www.friscoisd.org/ departments/early-childhood. Diving in deeper Early childhood education gives children a strong foundation for learning, Ellis said. Pre-K helps children build early skills in reading, math and language that can help prepare them for kindergarten and beyond, she said. Early edu- cation also helps children gain soft skills such as independence, con dence, communication and other social skills. “With a balanced approach to structured instruction and playtime, children gain the skills they need for a smooth transition to kindergarten, all under the guidance of certi ed teachers using FISD’s curriculum aligned with Texas Pre-K
Frisco ISD families have a new option when it comes to their child’s education before kindergarten. Frisco ISD announced their full-day, tui- tion-based pre-K program in September. Children at least 4 years of age on or before Sept. 1 are eligible for the program, district o cials said. Tuition for the program is $678 per month or free for qualifying students. Enrollment is open for families with limited space available at select campuses. “This program bene ts the Frisco ISD commu- nity by preparing children for success from the very start, ensuring they enter kindergarten with the skills and con dence to thrive,” said Melissa Ellis, assistant director of early childhood instruc- tion for FISD, in an email. About the program The pre-K program will be available at 17 FISD campuses, including Elliott, Pink, Hosp, Sonntag
$678/month tuition
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17 schools will house the program
Available to Frisco ISD residents
SOURCE: FRISCO ISD COMMUNITY IMPACT
guidelines,” Ellis said. The district aims to strengthen academic outcomes and support social development by providing high-quality learning opportunities through the program, she said. “Overall, the program supports a stronger, more prepared student body, contributing to the district’s reputation for excellence and helping all students reach their potential,” Ellis said.
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FISD generates nearly $1.5M in revenue with Access Frisco
While seeing less enrollment than school leaders desired, Frisco ISD’s Access Frisco—a program allowing out-of-district transfer students—is expected to bring in nearly $1.5 million in revenue during the 2025-26 school year. Access Frisco allows kindergarten through seventh grade students from surrounding areas to attend FISD schools beginning this school year. FISD will generate about $1.5 million from the 183 Access Frisco students enrolled this year, said Kimberly Smith, FISD’s chief finance and strategy officer, in an email. The district will also keep an additional $950,000 of revenue for the students it kept with its new transfer options, she said. The district currently has 304 total out-of- district students in the 2025-26 school year. This includes the 183 Access Frisco students, four grandparent transfer students and 115 legacy transfer students, said Albert Leal, FISD’s manag- ing director of student services. “Since enrollment is our primary source of rev- enue, serving new students will help to maintain the quality programming and instruction provided by FISD and offset any downturns in enrollment numbers,” Leal said. Diving in deeper The district had about 900 open seats available across all campuses from kindergarten through seventh grade before the start of the school year. The program had over 600 applicants in early 2025. While district officials hoped for more initial enrollment, Leal explained the first rollout has helped officials learn how to make the process eas- ier for families and improve the overall application process for the next school year.
Historical and projected enrollment
Frisco ISD's enrollment is expected to drop by 7,000 students by 2029—a 10% decrease since the district's enrollment peak in 2022.
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Fuller classrooms help students get the full benefit of a vibrant school community, said Sara Bagby, principal of Sonntag Elementary School, which is one of the 16 Access Frisco campuses. “Students feel supported, inspired and excited to learn when they are part of a dynamic environ- ment where every child is valued and encouraged to grow,” Bagby said. What to expect District officials are reviewing the program’s scope and evaluating what campuses or grade levels can be served through the Access Frisco program, Leal said. The application window for Access Frisco is expected to open in the late fall or early spring semester for the 2026-27 school year. “We are actively exploring new ways to increase enrollment,” Leal said.
Out-of-district transfer options
Grandparent transfers Available for students in grade K-9 if they have a grandparent living within district boundaries. Legacy transfer Available to students if they move outside of the district and the student has been attending FISD for a minimum of one school year. Virtual learning For students seeking full-time online school or a flexible hybrid option opportunities. The program may launch in the 2026-27 school year.
SOURCE: FRISCO ISD/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Frisco ISD students outperform state on 2025 STAAR exams Frisco ISD students have outperformed their state peers on all sections of the 2025 spring administration of the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness. students are tested in science, while eighth graders are also tested in social studies. significant academic intervention. • Approaches grade level means the student has some gaps in the content knowledge and may need
High school students are tested in five subject areas—algebra I, biology, English I and II, and U.S. history. Four performance levels are used to measure a student’s score: • Did not meet grade level means a student has not shown a sufficient understanding of the subject matter and skills. Students are unlikely to succeed in the next grade or course without
additional support. This is still a passing score. • Meets grade level means the student has a strong understanding of the content and is prepared to progress to the next grade. • Masters grade level means the student has shown mastery of the course and is skilled in the subject area.
“Texas students and educators continue to work hard to demonstrate academic excellence,” Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath said in a
news release. The overview
Students in grade 3-8 are all tested in reading and math. Additionally, fifth and eighth grade
STAAR passing score percentage changes, 2024 vs. 2025 The data shows the difference in the percentage of students who are approaching the grade level which is considered passing—between the spring 2024 and spring 2025 of the test.
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Frisco Family Services provides support Frisco Family Services was founded in 1994 by members of the community. The approach Executive Director Nicole Bursey said the nonpro t’s mission is to support individuals within the community who are facing hunger, homelessness and other urgent needs. FFS helps families with basic needs like food, clothing and emergency nancial assistance. “We’re taking care of the basics, but also empowering them with the skills and the abilities that they need to move forward in the future,” Bursey said. “In Frisco ... people tend to think that there is no need, [that] everybody’s thriving. What happens in other communities, happens here—it’s just hidden,” Bursey said.
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Arts facility takes center stage at FISD From the cover
About the project
designed to showcase rotating work from FISD students and is intended to provide students with professional-level exhibition opportunities, officials said. “From the time of its inception, this Visual and Performing Arts Center was intended to be a home for our fine arts programs,” said Preston Hazzard, FISD managing director of fine arts, in an email. The performance hall will enhance the fine arts education for all students in FISD, said Brett
Frisco ISD is less than a year away from opening its new Visual and Performing Arts Center—a project that is set to expand student opportunities within the district. The approximately 65,000-square-foot facility will house a large performance hall with about 1,150 seats, including upper-level balcony seating and box seating. The $54.9 million center, approved by voters in a 2018 bond program, will also feature a 2,000-square-foot gallery space
Sumrow, principal and education sector leader at Corgan Architects, in an email. The facility was designed through a collaboration between Corgan Architects, the firm designing the center, and FISD to understand the needs for the facility in order to create a professional-grade venue, he said. “As always, the planning and design process was highly collaborative to ensure every aspect of the facility serves the needs of students and staff,” Sumrow said. The performance hall will seat approximately 1,150, he said, with the ability to add movable chairs for additional seating capacity. This will be a significant increase from the district’s existing high school auditoriums and allow for flexibility in hosting large-scale events, he said. Along with the performance hall and gallery space, the venue will include two multipurpose rooms totaling 7,000 square feet. The multipurpose rooms can function as venues for competitions, such as the University Interscholastic League, or UIL.
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The Visual and Performing Arts Center is expected to be completed and operational by spring 2026, Sumrow said. FISD is expecting to host grand opening activities later this school year, Hazzard said. “With this facility, we know the best is yet to come,” he said. “I can’t wait to see our students performing and showcasing in this facility.”
The district’s student opportunity model played a role when designing the facility, Hazzard previously told Community Impact. The district operates a higher number of elementary, middle and high schools as part of its student opportunity model. The district’s guiding philosophy increases student engagement by allowing a greater percentage of students to participate in leadership roles. With fewer schools, there are less opportunities for roles in student organizations, o cials said. Students will bene t from the ability to work in a professional theater space, said Bob Zak, president of Theatre Frisco, in an email. Fine arts students will be able to learn by working with pro- fessional-level lighting systems, sound software and more, he said.
November Voters approve a fine arts center in a $691M bond package. November The school board awards architectural and engineering services to Corgan. December The first renderings are revealed. March Officials set a maximum price of $54.94M, and construction begins. May Staff and students sign one of the final building beams before facade work begins. Spring The center is projected to be completed and operational.
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The center will feature a performance hall, art gallery space, multipurpose rooms and o ce space.
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RENDERING COURTESY FRISCO ISD
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likely to pass Texas Success Initiative, or TSI, criteria, according to the 2025 State of the Arts Report by the Texas Cultural Trust. Studies have also shown that 94% of high school students engaged in arts programs attended a four-year college, according to the report. FISD currently has 75% of middle school students and 45% of high school students involved in ne arts programs during the 2025-26 school year. District programs are expected to keep the facil- ity booked more than 160 days per year. Commu- nity groups will also be able to use the center.
The new performing arts center will allow students to experience the discipline and expec- tations needed in a professional theatre space, Zak said. Exposure to ne arts, such as music, theater or visual arts, can help foster creativity and empathy in children, he said. “Arts organizations create a sense of place and belonging, and bring people from di erent backgrounds together, enabling dialogue and understanding,” Zak said. Involvement in ne arts is also shown to improve a student’s education. Texas students involved in arts programs are up to 46% more
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• Timeline: mid 2026-December 2027 • Cost: $15 million • Funding source: city of Frisco 4 Legacy Drive improvements
9 Main Street improvements Project: The project includes Main Street from BNSF railroad to North County Road and Fourth Street from Main Street to Elm Street. The construction includes modi ed cross sections, increased sidewalk widths and improved intersections. It will also construct a pedestrian plaza. The overall project also includes a parking garage, which will be completed in May 2026. Update: This is phase two and three of the Main Street construction project through the rail district. Main Street construction started in 2024 and the entire project is expected to wrap up in May 2026. • Timeline: early 2024-December 2025 • Cost: $20.54 million • Funding source: city of Frisco 10 PGA Parkway construction Project: The project will construct a six-lane divided roadway from Preston Road to Coit Road along PGA Parkway. Update: The project is under construction and should be completed next year. • Timeline: end 2024-mid 2026 • Cost: $31.1 million • Funding source: city of Frisco, external funding
Update: The road is under construction and expected to be completed later this year, according to the city’s capital improvement website. • Timeline: early 2024-December 2025 • Cost: $56.4 million • Funding source: city of Frisco, Collin County 7 Fields Parkway tra c signal installation Project: A new tra c signal is being installed at the Fields Parkway and Dallas Parkway intersection. The tra c light is adjacent to the new Universal Kids Resort theme park. Update: The project is under construction. • Timeline: mid 2025-mid 2026 • Cost: $350,000 • Funding source: city of Frisco 8 Hillcrest Road construction Project: Hillcrest Road is being constructed to a four- lane divided roadway from Panther Creek Parkway to PGA Parkway. Update: The project is under construction and is
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1 Hillcrest Road improvements Project: Hillcrest Road is expected to see improvements from SH 121 to Main Street in the coming years. Update: The project is in the design phase. • Timeline: mid 2027-end 2028 • Cost: $12 million • Funding source: city of Frisco 2 Lebanon Road widening Project: Lebanon Road will be widened from a four-lane divided roadway to a six-lane divided roadway from FM 423 to Todd Drive. Update: The project is in the design phase and expected to start construction later this year. • Timeline: late 2025-mid 2027 • Cost: $26.5 million • Funding source: city of Frisco, external funding 3 Legacy Drive and Stonebrook Parkway widening Project: The project spans Legacy Drive from Lebanon Road to Stonebrook Parkway and Stonebrook Parkway from Legacy Drive to 4th Army Drive. The project will widen and reconstruct the roadway. Update: The project is in the design phase.
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Project: The project spans Legacy Drive from Main Street to Panther Creek Parkway. Details on the project are not yet available. Update: The project is in the planning phase. • Timeline: early 2027-mid 2028 • Cost: $13.6 million • Funding source: city of Frisco
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5 Mahard Parkway construction Project: The project will construct a six-lane roadway from PGA Parkway to US 380. Update: The project is under construction and is expected to be completed next year. • Timeline: Q4 2024-Q4 2026 • Cost: $11.03 million • Funding source: city of Frisco 6 Panther Creek Parkway construction Project: The project will construct a six-lane divided roadway from Dallas North Tollway to Preston Road.
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Frisco considers new land use rules for walkability Frisco officials are considering changing land use requirements in the city’s original town commercial district. The Frisco Planning and Zoning Commission considered the changes at its Aug. 26 meeting. The commission decided to delay its vote on the changes until a meeting in September after some spoke in opposition to them. Kacie Packer, Frisco establishment Divine Audio Visual’s business manager, said she worried the changes could negatively impact businesses. In a nutshell The proposed changes are meant to align the district with the city’s 2040 comprehensive plan and make downtown more walkable. Out of the 174 land uses allowed in the district, 20 were selected for proposed changes. According to city documents, the changes are
Frisco approves $440K new park
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$427K grant brings drone as a first responder program to Frisco Police Department Frisco police will be part of a team that uses drones to respond to motor vehicle crimes. Frisco City Council approved a $427,500 award that will establish a drone as a first responder program for the Frisco Police Department at its meeting Sept. 2. The grant money will pay for hardware, software and services for the program. The hardware includes the drones, cameras, batteries and docks. The software includes remote piloting, air traffic awareness, a mobile app and community engagement dashboard. The details The program will allow the local police to collab- orate with a regional task force established by the town of Prosper. Prosper was the first city in the state to implement the drone as a first responder, or DFR, program in Texas. “Utilizing drone technology in this capacity has proven to enhance public safety efforts ... as it provides for a more adept response to critical incidents, increases officer safety and delivers a greater level of service.” GRANT COTTINGHAM, FPD SPOKESPERSON
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Frisco Oktoberfest Hop on over to The Star for Oktoberfest festivities. The event will feature a variety of German cuisine, games and beer. • Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. • Free • 9 Cowboys Way, Frisco • www.friscooktoberfest.com Sesame Street Live: Elmo & Friends Say Hello Visit, sing and dance with Sesame Street characters such as Elmo, Abby Cadabby and Cookie Monster. • Oct. 5, 2 p.m. • From $38 • 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco • www.ticketmaster.com Frisco Arts Walk and Run Visit Kaleidoscope Park for the Frisco Arts Walk and Run, where guests will be taken through art installations with pop-up musicians, dancers, visual artists and more. • Oct. 18, 8:30 a.m. • Free • 2401 Internet Blvd., Ste. 101 • www.friscoarts.org/frisco-arts-walk-and-run
• Sept. 23-27, 7:30 p.m. • From $45 • 6711 Oak St., Frisco • www.casamanana.org/cabaret-frisco
September
Frisco Purple Heart Monument Dedication Area residents can honor veterans during the dedication of the new Purple Heart Monument at Frisco Veterans Memorial. The event will feature a speech by Captain Florent A. “Flo” Groberg, U.S. Army. • Sept. 20, 9 a.m. • Free • 8000 McKinney Road, Frisco • www.visitfrisco.com/events/ frisco-purple-heart-monument-dedication/5943 FC Dallas vs. Colorado Watch FC Dallas play a home match against Colorado Rapids at Toyota Stadium. • Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m. • Prices vary • 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco • www.fcdallas.com Casa Mañ ana: A Solitary Man -The Music of Neil Diamond Watch and listen to The Casa Mañana Cabaret Theatre perform the music of Neil Diamond at the Nack Theater. Attendees will get to hear such songs as “Sweet Caroline,” “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue” and more.
Heritage After Dark: Mariachi Madness Watch and listen to musicians play live mariachi music and help yourself to traditional quinceañera foods and mocktails.
• Sept. 25, 6:30-8 p.m. • Tickets on sale soon • 6455 Page St., Frisco • www.friscotexas.gov/1360/events
October
Sunset Soiree at Kaleidoscope Park Enjoy Kaleidoscope Park’s second annual Sunset Soiree with a theme of boots, butterflies and bourbon. The event marks the first anniversary of the park’s opening. • Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m. • $150 • 2401 Internet Blvd., Ste. 101, Frisco • www.kaleidoscopepark.org/support/fundraising-events
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Gary Vest and the Country Legends perform at Frisco Rail Yard Watch, listen and dance to live country music at Frisco Rail Yard. • Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. • Free
Shop Local Fall Market Stop by Kaleidoscope Park for a market full of fall- themed finds. Items include warm scents, rustic décor and more. • Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Events
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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
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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) • 901 E. 15th St., Plano • www.planointernationalfestival.org 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.
September
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 Celebrate Prosper This family-friendly event provides a petting zoo, a cornhole tournament, food trucks and more.
Grapefest in Grapevine Attendees can taste wine and explore downtown Grapevine. This year’s theme is The Grape Gatsby, a nod to the “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. • Sept. 11, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sept. 12 -13, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • $6-$25 (admission) • 705 S. Main St., Grapevine • www.grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest 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.
• Oct. 4, 4-8 p.m. • Free (admission)
• Sept. 27, 7-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • 100 Main St., Colleyville • www.colleyville.com/residents/boot-scootin
• 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
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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
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Neighborhood Art & Music School fosters creativity
Anna Thomas became a co-owner of Neighborhood Art & Music School in 2024.
“We try to make things convenient for people who want to bring in the whole family and then split o and each do their own thing simultaneously,” Thomas said. An inhouse recording studio is used for music production classes and recording sessions for students and local musicians. The Background NAMS was founded by Thomas’ aunt, Kelly Thomas and Anna Thomas’ former songwriter instructor Matt Gaskins. Levi Bradford, a former NAMS instructor, was the sole business owner for the last 12 years. Thomas became a co-owner in 2024.
Neighborhood Art & Music School co-owner Anna Thomas said the school’s mission—to make art accessible, be a creative outlet for self-expression and nurture con dence and passion— has remained unchanged since its founding in 2008. The set up NAMS o ers a variety of private lessons including voice, piano, guitar, drums, bass and ukulele. Songwriting and music production classes are also available. The visual art program, featuring a variety of mediums, is under the direction of Anna Thomas’ mother, Charlotte Thomas. Thomas noticed a recent uptick in parents and children taking di erent classes at the same time.
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