(Wylie) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center invites everyone to experience the season in a unique and festive way. Now through Friday, Dec. 23, visitors can experience “Christmas with the Cats” during the sanctuary’s extended hours. “Watching lions, tigers, cheetahs, and other big cats is always a special treat, but now you can also watch […]
(Irving) The Holiday Lights at Centennial Park will be on display from dusk to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 through Monday, Dec. 26. Come enjoy a festive arrangement of holiday-themed illuminated exhibits, free for the whole family. The park is located at 444 W.Second St. For more information, call 972-721-2501. To submit your news and […]
Nominations are being accepted for Irving’s Spirited Youth Award. This award recognizes local youth for character and excellence in community service. All applications submitted by the end of each quarter will be considered. Winners will be notified by phone or email. Awards will be presented at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 during the Friday Night Live […]
Travel back in time to Victorian England for the annual Holiday Open House from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. The Open House will feature photo opportunities with Santa, a wonderland of festive trees, an art display by local elementary students and a free one-hour performance […]
The Lights On Ice Outdoor Ice Rink at Frisco Square is open for skating through Jan. 8, 2012. This real ice skating rink is 50’ x 85’; located at the southwest corner of Main St. and Coleman Blvd. across from Pizza Hut Park in Frisco. This daily event is in addition to the already popular, […]
Your Friday Funny by Forney artist Donald Frederick.
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is continuing its an annual tradition of fun, live entertainment and gaming as its hosts its 22nd Annual Casino Night this December. Tickets are on sale and sponsorship opportunities are available for the country and western-themed event, dubbed the “Rowlett Stampede.” The Major Sponsor for this year’s event is Lake Pointe Medical […]
(Dallas) During the hustle and bustle this Thanksgiving season many of us have special people and pets in our lives for which to be thankful. But what about the lonely dog or cat, a former stray or someone’s pet given up to a local animal shelter because it’s family could no longer care for it? […]
The City of Kaufman will host its annual Christmas tree lighting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 at the City Courtyard, located next to City Hall. Enjoy cookies and hot chocolate as a choir from Helen Edwards sings. Santa is expected to make an appearance. The city’s first-ever lighted Christmas Parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. […]
An estimated 205 jobs and a $60 million development and a corporate headquarters are coming to Frisco with the relocation of Gearbox Software to Frisco Square. The project, designed by O’Brien Associates, is set to break ground in 2012, with Gearbox Software being the lead tenant taking 61,000 square feet of office space. “Gearbox Software, […]