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You don’t want to miss the August issue of Frisco STYLE Magazine featuring the annual Cover Photo Contest. Learn more about a team of young entrepreneurs who are helping make a huge difference for women around the world, the Frisco ISD superintendent’s future plans for the district and so much more!

ARTS & EDUCATION AUGUST 2018 VOL XXIII, ISSUE 03 $3.00 Promoting Community & Commerce since 1995

Front and Center The 2018 Cover Photo Contest
Frisco Fitness Trends Goat Yoga

A Successful Start Get to Know Dr. Mike Waldrip













CONTENTS

Photo by Mike Zapata.

38FE AT U R E ARTS & EDUCATION AUGUST 2018 VOL XXIII, ISSUE 03 $3.00 Promoting Community & Commerce since 1995 On the Cover:

2018 Cover Photo Contest CONGRATULATIONS to
Inessa Lazenby, the
IF A PICTURE SAYS A THOUSAND WORDS, then pho- 2018 Cover Photo
tographers near and far who entered the 2018 Cover Contest Winner!
Photo Contest have told a rich, full story that is sure to
captivate as well as entertain.

Front and Center The 2018 Cover Photo Contest!
Frisco Fitness Trends Goat Yoga

A Successful Start Get to Know Dr. Mike Waldrip

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ARTS & EDUCATION
AUGUST 2018

PUBLISHER
CHRIS JOHNSON

EDITOR
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64 ART DIRECTOR
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
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OFFICE MANAGER
MIRIAM CALLEN

56 72 MANAGER, ACCOUNT SERVICES
ANDREW JOHNSON

MANAGER, DIGITAL MEDIA
BEN JOHNSON

16 FAMILY 61 S MALL BITES DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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78 ONE DAY IN FRISCO FRISCO STYLE
BY ALLIE SPLETTER GIVES BACK
BY AMELIA THOMAS
Frisco STYLE Magazine proudly sponsors Boys
& Girls Clubs of Collin County, Camp Craig
Allen, Clothe-A-Child, Frisco Arts, the Frisco
Community Parade, Frisco Family Services, Fris-
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LifeTalk Resource Center and is a member of the
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FROM THE ART DIRECTOR

Coming up I'm a mom who plays Fortnite.

KEEP AN EYE OUT for the annual IN THE BEGINNING, I fought it. Hard. But, after a while, my husband and I broke down
September Sports issue of Frisco STYLE because our fifth grade son said, “All my friends are playing it and talking about it and
Magazine. Readers will find a wealth of I don’t want to be left out.” That’s when all our middle school insecurities came rushing
information about new sports venues and up and punched us in the face. So, we acquiesced. We set up time limits and reading
amenities making a difference for youth time and “balance,” but it didn’t work. There were difficult moments of turning the game
in Frisco. Also, readers will learn more off when time was up and whose turn was longer. One day, in an effort to understand
about local athletes and visit exciting our kids, we decided we would try it. We set our player tags, bought some “skins” and
entertainment destinations throughout played the game, horribly, much to the delight of our boys. More importantly, in spite
the city. of our poor, but improving performance, our kids love that we are doing something that
they like, instead of forcing their participation in something we like.
Congratulations
I have to say, now that I’m a gamer, I have a new appreciation for the art and design
TO FRISCO STYLE'S staff photographer, that goes into these games. The details are amazing. The creativity is impressive. Fortnite
Melissa Southam, and her husband, Tom. provides humor with its artistry. I try to call attention to these facts as our kids play. My
Their latest addition, Beckett, was born oldest son frequently says he wants to be a game designer, not a gamer, as he wants to
June 25. We are sure big sister, Amelia, is design the games … which gives me hope that he sees the difference.
excited, too!
The arts in the workplace has hit a critical moment. Many “creative” jobs require
There’s always more on technological training, as well as a strong dose of craft and imagination. According
to the Texas Cultural Trust Council, Texas’ creative sector employs nearly 800,000
innovation workers with an average annual wage of $80,000. The Texas Cultural Trust
Council also finds that the arts contribute nearly $5.5 billion to the Texas economy in jobs
like landscape architects, curators, composers and, of course, video game designers.
Looks like there are a lot more professional artists out there than professional football
players (just saying).

The arts in the education of our children is as important as math and science (and
sports, Texas). Even if our kids don’t turn into Picasso, the arts help them succeed in
other fields (I’ve heard a number of football players also take dance). Studies by the
Texas Cultural Trust Council have shown that kids who participate in classes in the
arts have 15 percent higher pass rates on standardized tests, higher attendance, less
discipline problems and are less likely to drop out. Ironically, nine out of 10 parents
support increased funding for the arts in schools, but our kids are getting less and less
time to be creative. We should give them time to harness their passion and apply it so
they can contribute to society as a whole and find self-worth in accomplishment.

Drawing, playing an instrument, performing a dance or a one-man play are all things
that are good for our kids (and us too). In an article published by the National Institutes
of Health, which studied artistic activities as a panacea to health problems like breast
cancer, heart disease, HIV and depression, patients were shown to have lower heart
and respiratory rates, reductions in serum cortisol levels, decreased negative emotions,
improved focus and decreased pain during and after participation in a creative activity.

Now that we have reached the true HOT season of Texas outside, turn on some music
and dance, bake a cake, paint a rock … whatever! Find your inner artist and create
something! It’s good for you!

Inessa Lazenby has certainly found her passion. Members of our staff were ready
to get out the boxing gloves over her photo of the free-flying girl as the 2018 Cover
Photo Contest winner. I think we all can feel the girl's enthusiasm. Congratulations to Ms.
Lazenby and all our honorable mentions featured this month on page 38. Thank you for
your participation; we enjoyed every single photo.

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NEWCOMERS' JULY 2018 VOL XXIII, ISSUE 02 $3.00 Promoting Community & Commerce since 1995 YOUR LETTERS & MORE

"I WANTED TO THANK YOU for putting information about our
Frisco FCA golf tournament in your June magazine. I appreciate
you posting the information on two different pages. It meant a lot
to us. You do a great job of posting the events going around the
Frisco area.”

Kip Bledsoe

Welcome Home a Newcomer's Guide to Frisco "T HE JULY ISSUE is no good. The cover is bad. The clothes are
Celebrating Summer in Texas Fashion Forward terrible. It doesn't look like Frisco to me. It's actually weird.
Get in the Game the Perils of Videogame Addiction Someone must have not been paying attention."

As I look back over my 97 years, I am thankful I can still recall many of the NOW & THEN Isaiah Cohen
things that have come my way. A few years ago, one of my grandsons asked
me, “Grandpa, what is the very first thing you remember from your child- teenager, worked as a “soda jerk.” When THANKS FOR REACHING OUT and sharing your feedback, Isaiah!
hood?” I hesitated a moment and told him, “Well, son, the first thing I re- Doc was not busy with a patient, he of- However, we received numerous compliments on the cover and
member was a medical procedure I had when I was just four years old.” ten seated himself at an alabaster-topped associated fashion article. We felt it was a great opportunity to
table near the soda fountain where I feature and share information about FC Dallas and local retailers.
was privileged to serve him his favorite
“ JUST WONDERING WHY you never have stories on other old
That answer did not satisfy him, so I put him on my knee and told him the full story, which drink, fountain Coca-Cola®. It was there I Frisco families besides the Warrens and the Pinks. That is all I read
about in Frisco STYLE!”
I will share with you. learned he was more than a physician. He
Linda Wood
The year was 1925 — long before Frisco had a hospital, and Dr. W.L. Saye, the doctor was a deep-thinking planner. I watched
THANKS FOR THE QUESTION, LINDA! We are always open to sug-
who, four years earlier, had delivered me at home, told my parents I should be circum- him, day after day, as he drew maps of gestions and love featuring as many Frisco families as we can. All of our
readers can feel free to send their ideas or a request for coverage to
cised. After getting their consent, he put me gently on our kitchen table and proceeded lakes and roads on that alabaster table- [email protected].

to put me to sleep with ether. My first memory was being frightened as he put that cone top. He was drawing plans for a direct road

of ether on my nose and mouth. For- from McKinney to

tunately, I do not remember the sur- Fort Worth. A few

gery. I also do not recall the recovery years later, with the

period. help of Frisco May-

My wife, Beth, also has a story of or Benton Staley

some early-day surgery done by their and then Speaker

family physician. Beth’s father told of a of the House Sam

time in the late 1930s when his doctor Rayburn, a native

did a colostomy on him, which he jok- of Bonham, Texas,

ingly said was done “with an instruc- those plans finally

tion book in one hand and a scalpel in materialized in the

the other.” form of State High-

Thank goodness the days of sur- way 121, now Sam

gery performed on a kitchen table Rayburn Tollway.

for lack of better facilities are long That was Dr. Saye,

past. Frisco now has many excellent one of the last real

physicians, fine hospitals and other Frisco’s Dr. Erwin Pink (left) and Dr. W.L. Saye (right). Provided by Bob Warren. “country doctors.”
excellent medical facilities, with more After Dr. Saye’s

under construction as we speak. death in 1951, Fris-

Come with me as we look at a few of co was left with-

the events which have made medical Medical Memories out a physician. At
memories, both good and bad, since that time, the little

the early 1900s. town’s population

Have you seen or even heard of BY BOB WARREN was 736. The popu-
“medicine shows?” One of my earliest lace pooled their re-

medical memories is seeing one that sources and built a

came to Frisco when I was five or six small medical office

years old. They were traveling shows in hopes of attract-

that came to small towns, set up a stage in a vacant lot, and, in a carnival-like atmo- ing a doctor. Their efforts paid off in 1954,

sphere, put on some semblance of a show to draw a crowd to sell their “patented medi- when a young doctor, Erwin Pink, set up

cine.” It was usually some concoction touted to be a cure for whatever ailed you. Such practice in Frisco. Dr. Pink soon became

shows were popular in Europe in the 1800s and a few made their way to this country. not only a leading physician in this area,

A little medical history: Soon after Frisco became a town, in 1902, doctors from the but also a vibrant civic leader. He was the

nearby communities of Lebanon and Little Elm began to move their practices to the new first president of the Frisco Heritage As-

little town. The town grew, and the 1910 census showed Frisco’s population to be 610. sociation and was instrumental in helping

Before long, there were five doctors practicing medicine here. Doctors Rogers, Carpen- preserve much of the city’s history.

ter, Ogle, Mallow and Saye served not only the town’s people, but also a wide area of “Pink,” as he was affectionately known,

farm families. They made house calls (about $2 each) in all kinds of weather — some by practiced alone for most of his career be-

automobile and some by buggy or even horseback when the dirt roads were muddy. fore taking Dr. Vicki Davis as his partner

Those country doctors did their best to meet all our medical needs “from the cradle to in his later years. He died in 2006, leav-

the grave.” ing Dr. Vicki to continue the practice. Doc

As the years passed, the number of Frisco physicians dropped to one — Dr. Saye. He Pink left us with a legacy of memories that

was Frisco’s only physician from 1930 until his death in 1951. It is around him that many hopefully will never die.

of my “medical memories” revolve. As I have said, he delivered me at home in 1921, per- Those are a few of my memories of

formed that infamous kitchen table surgery on me and was my only doctor until after I some real doctors, physicians, that is, but

was grown and married. Then, in 1943, he delivered our first child at home. now I want to call our attention to some

Doc Saye’s office was in the back of Curtsinger’s Drug Store, the store where I, as a of the best “healers” we had in the old

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FA M I LY

Parenthood is made up of many milestones — a child’s first steps, their first a child’s posts are only going to close
successful ride on a bike and, eventually, graduating high school — but, friends and family. Guidelines on what
should the entire world know about each milestone? to post should also be reinforced. This
In a 2010 study by the Internet security company AVG®, 92 percent of can range from not allowing your kids to
U.S. children already have a presence on social media by the time they are post on social media at all to monitoring

two years old. This trend seems to be growing, as it has become increasingly popular who they accept as friends and allowing

for parents to post photos, videos and updates about kids, starting from the baby’s them to post occasional photos you have

first ultrasound picture. As kids get older, they start posting their own images, often approved.

of themselves, across a variety of social media platforms. These potentially identifying Many Frisco parents are dealing with

posts open the door for bullying, stalking, kidnapping and sexual exploitation. In fact, the similar photography safety issues with

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children recently released a study showing kids and teenagers. One local mom, Karin

that 46 percent of 10 to 17 year olds admitted to giving out personal information to Badeau, has three sons, ages 13, 11 and

someone they did not know. So, what can a concerned and overwhelmed parent do to 9. They are not allowed to use any type of

help protect the younger generation? social media

The best way to make a change is to start because,

with yourself. Limit what you post! Yes, that Never Really Deleted as their
bath time photo of your newborn is adorable mother,

and should be sent to grandparents and saved she does

in a baby book, just keep it offline. When you BY SYDNI ELLIS not believe

do feel the need to post about your kids (or there is a

allow your kids to post pictures of themselves), safe way for

make sure any personal information like nicknames or full names, favorite toys, home children to do so. “In my opinion, children

address and frequently visited destinations, among other things, are excluded from the are not strong enough emotionally (this

post. The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) says predators can gather goes for some adults, too) to handle

this information to make themselves seem more interesting and friendlier to children the social pressures of social media,”

when they come in contact with them. says Ms. Badeau. “It would be tough

Next, monitor your kids’ online activity. Many social media accounts like Facebook, seeing their friends get together when

Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and Musical.ly state that individuals can sign up for their they were not invited, or worse, to have

own account at 13 years old. So, when their biggest problems should be first crushes and someone actually say something mean

terrible yearbook photos, young teenagers are naively posting pictures, videos and other about a picture or a situation they were

information about themselves, often without setting their accounts to private. According to involved in. For some reason, people get

a 2018 Pew Research Center study, 95 percent of teenagers have access to a smartphone, more brave behind a screen and can lash

where they regularly access YouTube, Instagram and Snapchat more often than any other out without thinking about how it would

social media platforms. Keep in mind, this study does not factor in kids under 13 who have affect the person they are talking about.

gotten around the age restrictions by signing up with a fake birthday. This is something new this generation will

One way for parents to monitor accounts is by signing up on all the same social media need to be able to handle growing up, or

platforms and “liking,” “following” or “adding” their kids as friends. That way, parents they will have to be able to let things roll

can see posts daily. Also, double check privacy settings every few months to make sure off their backs.”

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As far as photos are concerned, Ms. Badeau’s kids can ask her to post something and she users who comment or message them,

can share comments with them. Her oldest son is also allowed to post animation videos to never sharing their location and limiting

YouTube as a creative outlet, but never videos of himself. She says she follows “the golden hashtags, which can allow anyone to

rule” on her own social media accounts and does not post anything embarrassing of her search for their posts.

kids. She also makes Kids (and par-

sure to monitor her ents sharing pho-

kids’ phone behavior tos of their kids)

using an app called should remember,

“Qustodio” that will “Once photos are

flag inappropriate posted, you are no

activity. longer in control

Of course, the of those photos,”

best strategy for explains Mr. Willis.

dealing with these That means photos

issues is honesty. could stick around

“Talk openly with forever. Even if you

your kids about why delete them, there is

it is so important to no way to know who

not share personal has taken a screen-

information or talk shot or saved those

to people they do photos and what

not know in real life,” that person will do

says Ms. Badeau. with them.

“Explain to your kids That poolside

the warning signs picture of the kids

of dangerous situa- may seem innocent,

tions, such as people but in the wrong

asking where they hands, it could be

go to school, where very dangerous.

they live, what their The bottom line

phone number is, WHEN THEIR BIGGEST PROBLEMS SHOULD BE is, if you would not
what their social me- want strangers or

dia accounts are and FIRST CRUSHES AND YEARBOOK PHOTOS, YOUNG predators to see
more. Encourage a photo you are

your kids to turn to TEENAGERS ARE NAIVELY POSTING PICTURES AND considering posting,
parents or another then do not post

trusted adult if they OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THEMSELVES, OFTEN it. In today’s world,
ever feel unsafe on- posting to social

line.” WITHOUT SETTING THEIR ACCOUNTS TO PRIVATE. media is as natural
Unfortunately, oth- as brushing your

er dangerous situ- teeth — only it is

ations can arise when dealing with photography and children. Last year, Don Sparks, a much faster. As parents, your job is to

Frisco man who specialized in child photography, was arrested on a charge of indecency protect and guide kids through life, and

with an 11-year-old. Mr. Sparks was a well-known photographer parents trusted to take teaching them about photography safety

professional portraits of their kids — just another reminder of the importance of always now comes with the territory. At the end

being careful. Make it a rule to never leave your child unattended with a photographer, of the day, trust yourself. Only you can

and, again, talk with your kids about uncomfortable topics such as this often so they feel know the best way to keep your child safe

safe coming to you about any situation. “It is important for parents to have open commu- from harm, online or otherwise. So, keep

nication with their kids so they will turn to them if they feel someone is trying to take ad- snapping your camera and capturing

vantage of them,” says James “Gene” Willis, the community services officer at the Frisco those priceless memories, just make sure

Police Department. “Children should also be told to report this to any responsible adult you are selective when it comes to who

as soon as possible. If you truly want to have good, two-way conversations on a variety of will get to see them.

topics, including the short-term and long-term concerns of posting pictures online, make

it a routine.” Sydni Ellis is a freelance writer and mom

When you are having this conversation with your kids, Mr. Willis recommends to an always energetic 8-month-old boy.

explaining to them that if they start having an uncomfortable feeling or if someone She loves drinking coffee, traveling with

they met online wants to meet in person, they should immediately tell a parent. The her husband and capturing the beauty of

NCOSE has a few guidelines as well, including encouraging children to block suspicious the world through words.

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THE BUSINESS REPORT

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THE GROVE FRISCO’S ulty is top-notch with most working on Broadway, “So You Think You Can Dance” and
GRAND OPENING EVENT other television shows, as well as movies. This is a prestigious award for studios to win,
600 people experienced The Grove and Prodigy won it in 2014 and 2018. Teachers and dancers have been working hard
Frisco at the June 23 Grand Opening since last August to achieve this honor, and teachers and dancers attended five regional
event. Located at 15480 Crepe Myrtle competitions to prepare for The Dance Awards. Get more information about this local
Road, the new community features a dance and performing arts venue at prodigydancecentre.com or by calling 972.776.3449.
farmhouse amenity center (with pools, a
fitness room, playgrounds, an event pavil- THE TOWER AT THE RAIL BREAKS GROUND
ion, café and more) and a grove of trees On July 16, The Tower at The Rail had its official Ground Breaking Ceremony. The Rail
harvested for replanting around the com- District will bring an architectural mix of the old and new and provide residential, retail,
munity. At the festival, the public enjoyed restaurant and event space for Frisco. The Tower at The Rail will be a luxury community
live music, fresh bites and demonstra- consisting of eight urban brownstones and will be the first of many Nack Development
tions from a local chocolatier, sommelier projects in The Rail District. Get more information about all the exciting things coming
and brew master. Local experts engaged to Frisco from Nack Development at towerattherail.com.
participants on floral design, home or-
ganization and the latest interior design TOYS “R” US® AND BABIES “R” US® STORES OFFICIALLY CLOSE
trends. The Grove Frisco features homes Toys “R” Us, the beloved retailer that offered children’s toys, games and gear,
from American Legend Homes, Drees has officially closed its Frisco location in part of its plan to close all 735 of its
Custom Homes, Highland Homes and U.S. stores. The company’s websites have also officially been shut down. For in-
Southgate Homes. Learn more by calling formation regarding gift cards or Toys “R” Us and Babies “R” Us credit cards,
972.370.3478 or at thegrovefrisco.com. visit toysrus.com.

PRODIGY DANCE AND PERFORMING MEDICAL CITY CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY
ARTS CENTRE WINS AWARD Construction is currently underway on the $21.6 million renovation of Medical City Frisco’s
Prodigy Dance and Performing Arts Cen- third and fourth floors. The hospital is expanding to meet the needs of growing families
tre just won the Studio of the Year for The by creating a dedicated unit specifically for women’s services. The unit will feature a
Dance Awards in Las Vegas on July 7. The level II neonatal intensive care unit, three operating rooms and a nursery. Medical City
Dance Awards is the top dance conven- Frisco is located at 5500 Frisco Square Boulevard. Learn more about this expansion at
tion/competition in the U.S. and its fac- medicalcityfrisco.com or by calling 214.618.0500.

NEW BUSINESSES

FRISCO FRESH MARKET CELEBRATES ITS GRAND OPENING facility offers an imaging center, a sports
Frisco Fresh Market, which officially opened its outdoor market on June 30, offers performance center program, an urgent
70,000 square feet of rentable indoor and outdoor space. As part of a 32-acre devel- care center, outpatient rehabilitation, a
opment, Frisco Fresh Market’s mission is to find and promote the best specialty foods pharmacy and a brain injury program.
and the freshest products from farmers, artisans, crafters, merchants, restaurants and This facility was made possible due to
concept cuisines. Join your neighbors for food, fun and entertainment at the mar- the collaboration of the Frisco ISD, Bay-
ket, which is located at 9215 John W. Elliott Drive. Go to friscofreshmarket.com or call lor Scott & White Health and the Dallas
844.776.2753 for more information. Cowboys. Get more information at mys-
tarhealth.com or by calling 469.800.2100.
BREAKERS KOREAN BARBECUE, SUSHI & BAR NOW OPEN
Located at 8320 Texas State Highway 121 #A, Breakers Korean Barbecue, Sushi & NEW COSTCO OPENS IN MCKINNEY
Bar offers the highest quality meats and ingredients with its traditional Korean cul- Some east Frisco residents are thrilled
ture and authentic atmosphere. Visit breakersbbq.com to check out the menu or call that a new Costco opened in July at 3650
972.469.4800 for more information. West University Drive in McKinney. The
store will feature 152,000 square feet of
NAMASTE YOGA NOW OPEN AND OFFERING CLASSES shopping space and more than 700 park-
In June, Namaste Yoga opened at 5444 FM 423 in Frisco. This new yoga studio offers a ing spaces. There will also be a mem-
variety of classes for children, teens and adults. Call 469.536.4481 to learn more. bers-only fuel station. This store will be
larger and feature even more items than
BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE SPORTS THERAPY AND the Frisco location. Several other popu-
RESEARCH AT THE STAR NOW OPEN lar retailers like Stein Mart® and Hob-
The Baylor Scott & White Sports Therapy and Research center is now open at 3800 by Lobby® have opened at the same
Gaylord Parkeay at The Star. It is a 300,000-square-foot medical and sports perfor- instersection. Get more information at
mance facility that was designed to improve sports safety for athletes of all levels. The costco.com.

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ARTS & CULTURE

Your Brain's Health!

BY GARRY BECKHAM

Did you ever have an experience with an elderly grandparent, aunt or uncle recreation center. I had never taken any
who said something that knocked your socks off? While in the U.S. Air Force, art classes other than kindergarten finger
I was stationed in northern Utah. One Christmas, my parents came to visit painting. So, at age 64, I started painting
from Texas and brought my 83-year-old grandfather. There was about four for my brain.
feet of snow on the ground, and while eating Christmas dinner, my grand-
father very seriously pointed and said, with fascination, “Look at those two kangaroos in A considerable amount of research
the backyard!” Everyone looked, but did not see anything but snow. My grandfather was has been done on how to keep a healthy
suffering from dementia, and other things, but, basically, had poor brain health. brain as we age. In a recent Mayo Clinic
study, researchers found participants who
Growing old is not always fun, but the alternative is worse. Having a healthy brain as engaged in artistic hobbies such as paint-
we age makes life changes more bearable. There are several things one can do to help ing, drawing or sculpting, in both middle
keep your brain active and on the right track. Learning something new during middle and old age, were 73 percent less likely to
age (45-65) can help keep the brain active and healthy. Learning a new language or how develop mild cognitive impairment than
to play a musical instrument, doing arts and crafts or taking on a new hobby are often those who did not. Mindhow.com notes
recommended activities to help achieve optimal brain health. that creativity utilizes more of our brains
than simple learning exercises. There are
In Spring 2014, I had been retired for about two years. One afternoon, while I was ly- many studies that show we not only have
ing on the sofa, my wife said to me, “You are going to have to get up and start doing to get off the sofa and physically exercise,
something for your brain! You have not seen any kangaroos lately, have you?” So, with but we must also do things specifically
several other nudges and digs from her, I decided to take an oil painting class at the

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At age 64, Garry Beckham started
painting for his brain. Through his
creativity, he has ventured into the
world of abstract and surrealism
paintings.

to exercise our brains for good mental pathway to better memory and brain health, classes and groups are common at senior
health. citizen facilities.

Leslie Rainey, the Frisco Senior Cen- LEARNING SOMETHING NEW DURING MIDDLE AGE CAN
ter supervisor, says, “Two programs that
are a big hit for seniors here are Adult KEEP THE BRAIN ACTIVE AND HEALTHY. LEARNING A NEW
Color Therapy and Memory in the Mak-
ing. Both programs use art as a highway LANGUAGE, HOW TO PLAY AN INSTRUMENT OR TAKING
to brain health.” The Memory in the Mak-
ing class is operated by the Frisco Senior ON A NEW HOBBY ARE RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES TO
Center and the Alzheimer’s Association of
Greater Dallas chapter. It is a unique fine ACHIEVE OPTIMAL BRAIN HEALTH.
arts program for seniors with Alzheimer’s
disease or related dementia. As an example, Kristy R. Gallaher, the community life director at Parkview in Frisco,
says, “Art, for our residents here, fosters creativity and a sense of purpose. Art also pro-
If you or one of your family members vides a sense of accomplishment and personal growth -- all of which contribute to aging
is moving into an independent living, as- well and brain health. We encourage seniors to join us for all sorts of creative art classes.
sisted living or memory care facility, art We welcome our residents’ guests to join the fun, too!”
will likely be offered as one of the activi-
ties. Since the arts have proven to be a Starting a hobby, like oil painting, is not always the easiest thing to take on, especially

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during working years and while raising children. However, by the time you are in the 45 about the masters -- not only about what

to 65-year-old window, you may wish you had taken part in some type of creative hobby and how they painted, but also how they

earlier. managed their lives when they were not

For some people, starting a hobby at home without help is best. With great resources famous. Oil painting has opened up a new

on YouTube and world for me.

other websites, the Now, many times

basics for how to when I paint, I do

do almost anything not have any refer-

can be viewed, in- ence. I sketch what

cluding how to do is in my mind onto

arts and crafts. the canvas and

If you enjoy the then begin to paint.

social aspect of As the painting

being in a class, evolves, my creative

you need to know side continues to

where to find the kick in. As I absorb

best ones. Frisco into the painting, I

residents are lucky, am able to calm my

as there are nu- thoughts and get

merous art pro- FOR SOME PEOPLE, STARTING A HOBBY AT HOME any troubles of the
grams at the Senior day into a clearer

Center, including WITHOUT HELP IS BEST. WITH GREAT RESOURCES ON perspective. Like
the Ceramics and brain activity after

Crafts Corner, You YOUTUBE AND OTHER WEBSITES, THE BASICS FOR playing a musical
Can Paint a Mas- instrument, some-

terpiece, Crochet HOW TO DO ALMOST ANYTHING CAN BE VIEWED, times, my brain is in
and Café, quilting full operating status

and more. There INCLUDING HOW TO DO ARTS AND CRAFTS. all night, thinking
are even classes about what to paint

focused on music or how to add or

and color therapy. change a painting

There are also a that is in progress.

variety of classes Many times, after a

available for those good night sleep,

of any age at local I wake up and find

retailers such as myself thinking, “I

Hobby Lobby® or will paint something

Michaels®. special today.”

My experience of Brain health is

learning to oil paint something many

has been a great do not ever think

journey, and I know about, especially

it has helped my when they are fairly

brain. In the begin- young. However,

ning, learning how Since the arts have proven to be a pathway to better memory and brain health, classes and groups are when we encounter
common at senior citizen facilities. Provided by Parkview in Frisco.
to use the palette one of our loved
knife was a chal- ones who has de-

lenge in not only mentia, Alzheimer’s

hand-eye coordination, but also in painting something that resembled my reference photo or loss of memory, we ask ourselves, “How

or scene. After finishing my first painting of a tulip at the recreation center, I came home did this happen?” By taking preventive

and showed my wife. She looked at it with a frown on her face and said, “What in the world steps in brain health early, hopefully, when

is that?” My paintings got better from that point on. you are older, you will not see any kanga-

As I progressed and felt more confident in my skills, I started doing more purely creative roos in your backyard!

paintings, including venturing into the world of abstract and surrealism paintings. I also

took on the challenge of making wooden frames, stretching canvases and applying several Garry Beckham is a retired USAF Officer

coats of gesso on canvases to make them smooth. A few times, I veered off the oil painting and Aviator and a retired high school com-

track and made sunflower “yard art” with acrylic paint and old cedar fence boards. puter tech. He is a hobby artist. One of his

During this “learning to paint adventure,” my curiosity has risen and I strive to learn more goals is to have a painting in a museum.

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AUGUST 1-10

FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 2, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
COURTYARD TEXAS MUSIC SERIES: JIM LAUDERDALE
August 2, 7:30 p.m., Courtyard Theater, Plano, visitplano.com
Hear live music from this two-time Grammy-winning singer and
master songwriter.
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 3, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com

“COCO” DIVE-IN MOVIE
August 3, 8-10 p.m., Frisco Athletic Center,
friscofun.org
Float in the pool and lazy river while you
watch a movie at the Frisco Water Park.
FRISCO ROTARY FARMERS’ MARKET
August 4, 11, 18 and 25, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Down-
town Frisco, friscorotaryfarmersmarket.com
Farmers offer locally-grown, farm-fresh
produce plus arts, crafts and various products.
PANIC! AT THE DISCO IN CONCERT
August 4, 7 p.m., American Airlines Center, Dallas,
americanairlinescenter.com
FC DALLAS VS. SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES
August 4, 7 p.m., Toyota Stadium, fcdallas.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 4, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
DALLAS RATTLERS VS. FLORIDA LAUNCH
August 4, 8 p.m., The Ford Center at The Star,
majorleaguelacrosse.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS.
CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 5, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark,
milb.com
MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! AGE OF HEROES
August 9-12, times vary, American Airlines
Center, Dallas, americanairlinescenter.com
DOWNTOWN PLANO ART AND WINE WALK
August 9, 5 p.m., Downtown Plano Arts District, visitplano.com
Sip selected wines at shops throughout the Downtown Plano Arts
District while enjoying live music, curated art exhibits and shopping
discounts.
BOB SCHNEIDER LIVE
August 9, 8 p.m., Legacy Hall Box Garden, Plano, visitplano.com
Bob Schneider concerts are fun, memorable and a great time.
TAX-FREE SHOPPING THROUGHOUT TOWN
August 10-12, Frisco
Enjoy tax-free shopping on most clothing items,
footwear, school supplies and backpacks less
than $100.
QUILT PLANO 2018
August 10, 9 a.m., Plano Event Center,
qgplano.org
Check out magnificent quilts, the mini quilt
auction, skills demonstrations, appraisals,
special exhibits, kids’ activities and more.

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AUGUST 11-15 Cynthia
SECOND SATURDAYS – FAMILY GAME NIGHT Hurley, J.D.
August 11, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Downtown McKinney,
secondsaturdaymckinney.com [email protected]
Enjoy great events and late night shopping. 50+ businesses stay
open late and host exciting events throughout the year. Resident Partner, Frisco
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
August 11, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., FISD Career and Technical Education Board Certified - Estate
Center, friscoisd.org Planning & Probate Law
Get information about programs, services and resources available in
the community. There will be a school supply drive, a health fair, free Texas Board of Legal
food, games, prizes and other activities for the whole family. Specialization
ROLL WITH THE COUNCIL
August 11, 1-3 p.m., Warren Sports Complex, friscofun.org Protecting Your Family & Business
Join Mayor Jeff Cheney and members of the Frisco City Council for
an on-street bike ride at a conversation pace. n Estate Planning

2018 CONCERT SERIES – JASON n Entity Formation FREE
BOLAND AND THE STRAGGLERS
August 11, 6 p.m., Western Son n Asset Protection Consultation
Vodka Distillery, Pilot Point,
westernsondistillery.com n Probate
FRISCO STARFEST
August 11, 6 p.m., Frisco Commons n Will Contests
Park, texasastro.org
Texas Astronomical Society members and guests observe and n Business Representation
educate others about the night sky.
FRISCO IMPROV PLAYERS n Lawsuits Involving Trusts & Estates
August 11, 8 p.m., Black Box Theatre, friscoimprovplayers.com
This improvisational comedy troupe specializes in game-based Hall Office Park
comedic performances. 2591 Dallas Parkway, Suite 408 • Frisco
EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT
August 13 (972) 668-6810
The FISD Early Childhood School serves three and four-year-old
students throughout the district in a high-quality preschool program. www.JFAttorneys.com
FISD SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
August 13, 7:30 p.m., FISD Administration Principal Office: Dallas, Texas
Board Room, friscoisd.org 10000 N. Central Expressway, Suite 800, Dallas, Texas 75231, 214.369.0361
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees
will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Board will
immediately go into closed session and resume open meeting at
7:30 p.m. for regular business.
JEFF LYNNE’S ELO LIVE
August 13, 8 p.m., American Airlines Center, Dallas,
americanairlinescenter.com
NEWCOMER FRIENDS OF GREATER PLANO MEETING
August 14, 9:30 a.m., Noah’s Event Venue, Plano,
newcomerfriends.org
Dr. Jann Mackey will share secrets and mysteries of Highclere Castle
— better known as “Downton Abbey” from the popular PBS series.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT
August 14, friscoisd.org
Times vary by campus.
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. ARKANSAS TRAVELERS
August 14, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. ARKANSAS TRAVELERS
August 15, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com

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AUGUST 16-24

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FISD
August 16
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. ARKANSAS
TRAVELERS
August 16, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
THIRD MONDAY TRADE DAYS
August 17-19, 4550 West University Drive, McKinney,
thirdmondaytradedays.com
With more than 450 vendors, the oldest and largest monthly trade
day/flea market in North Texas offers shopping, food and fun for the
whole family.

BIG 3 PLAYOFFS 2018
August 17, 6 p.m., American Airlines
Center, Dallas, americanairlinescenter.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. NW ARKANSAS NATURALS
August 17, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
CHUNK YOUR JUNK
August 18, 8 a.m.–12 p.m., Frisco Environmental
Collection Center, friscotexas.gov
This event is for Frisco residents only. A driver’s
license and city water bill with matching address are
required to drop off all items.
MISSION DAY INGRESS
August 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., throughout town,
events.ingress.com/missionday/frisco2018
In collaboration with Ingress volunteer agents, participate in 18 high-
quality missions to explore the city on foot.
FC DALLAS VS. MINNESOTA UNITED
August 18, 7 p.m., Toyota Stadium, fcdallas.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. NW ARKANSAS
NATURALS
August 18, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
J COLE IN CONCERT
August 18, 7:30 p.m., American Airlines Center, Dallas,
americanairlinescenter.com
DALLAS COWBOYS VS. CINCINNATI BENGALS
August 18, 6 p.m., AT&T Stadium, Arlington, attstadium.com
THIRD SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE
August 19, 1-4 p.m., Frisco Heritage Center, friscoheritage.org
Enjoy kids’ crafts, games, face painting and tours. Admission is free.

FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. NW
ARKANSAS NATURALS
August 19, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper
Ballpark, milb.com
SHAKIRA IN CONCERT
August 21, 7:30 p.m., American
Airlines Center, Dallas,
americanairlinescenter.com
2018 SUMMER SOLSTICE AT WATTERS CREEK - TONY VEA
August 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm,
Allen, watterscreek.com
Enjoy local artists performing live. Musicians will pop up in a
different location week to week.

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AUGUST 25-31

CLASSICS ON THE SQUARE
August 25, 7:30-10:30 a.m., McKinney Performing Arts Center,
mckinneyonline.com
All classics, customs and hotrods are welcome to join. If you belong
to a club, invite your club to come out and show their cars.

MOVIES IN THE PARK:
“A WRINKLE IN TIME”
August 25, 6:30 p.m., Haggard Park, Plano,
visitplano.com
Head to Haggard Park in Downtown Plano
on the last Saturday of every summer month.
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. MIDLAND
ROCKHOUNDS
August 25, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark,
milb.com
RASCAL FLATTS IN CONCERT
August 25, 7:30 p.m., Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas, dallaspavillion.org
DALLAS COWBOYS VS. ARIZONA CARDINALS
August 26, 7 p.m., AT&T Stadium, Arlington, attstadium.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. MIDLAND ROCKHOUNDS
August 26, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. MIDLAND ROCKHOUNDS
August 27, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
COFFEE TALK WITH DISTRICT LEADERS
August 28, 8 a.m., Lebanon Trail High School,
friscoisd.org
Parents can share coffee and conversation with the
superintendent and a member of the School Board.
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 28, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
JOB FAIR OF DALLAS
August 29, 10 a.m., Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas DFW Airport
North, Grapevine, eventbrite.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 29, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com

JOURNEY AND DEF LEPPARD
IN CONCERT
August 29, 7 p.m., American
Airlines Center, Dallas,
americanairlinescenter.com
MIDDLE SCHOOL MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT
August 30, friscoisd.org
Times vary by campus.
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 30, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com
FRISCO ROUGHRIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI HOOKS
August 31, 7:05 p.m., Dr Pepper Ballpark, milb.com

Major Events Provided by

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Each event is split up into two hours; one for a
goat-filled, verified yoga instructor-led class, and
one for socializing, eating, drinking and playing
more with the goats.

Fitness Fun From the Farm Out of all the recent fitness
trends and crazes, goat
BY DRU BICKHAM yoga has to be the cutest to
gain local attention. If you
are not someone who has
had the pleasure of participating in one of
these downright joyful classes, goat yoga
is exactly what it sounds like — yoga with
goats! Although no one really knows how
this hobby came about, it is easy to see
why it continues to grow in popularity.

Back in March, the Frisco Rail Yard
partnered with Happy Goat Yoga - For
Charity to host its second event with the
organization. Both Rail Yard events sold
out within hours of ticket sales opening,
and these are not small classes! At an
open venue like the Frisco Rail Yard,
classes hold up to 80 people. “Goat yoga
is not just about the workout. It is really
all about people coming together to
have fun,” explains Frisco Rail Yard owner
Tamme Leff. “And it is not just women
who come to the classes! Men and kids
come, too, because it really is a family
affair!”

This is truly what Susie Martin, the
founder of Happy Goat Yoga - For Charity,
believes, as well. “There is something at
our classes for everyone. If you want to
be active and focus on the yoga class,
you can. If you want to participate, but try
and interact with the goats at the same
time, you can. If you want to forget the
yoga class and just cuddle with a baby
goat in your lap, you can do that, too!
Everyone can get what they came for.”
Each event is split up into two hours; one
for a goat-filled, verified yoga instructor-
led class, and one for socializing, eating,
drinking and playing more with the goats.
Because of this structure, everyone ends
up getting time with the animals and the

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atmosphere is very relaxed. “We definitely strive to make it feel like a real community of both National Mental Health Aware-

event, not just like a class you come to and leave right when it finishes,” says Ms. Martin. ness Month and National Foster Care

Happy Goat Yoga - For Charity is Ms. Martin’s organization, but the reason for its Awareness Month. “I created the orga-

inception lies in her nonprofit, the Here’s Your Reminder Project. “We are mental health nization Covered in Love to raise aware-

advocates focused on combating depression and strengthening relationships through ness around the mental health realities of

awareness and intentional kindness,” Ms. Martin says, reciting the charity’s mission. children living in the foster care system,”

As someone with personal experiences Ms. Robinson explains.

with mental health problems, Ms. Martin Susie Martin is the “Foster care children
founder of Happy Goat
understands the importance of letting Yoga - For Charity. suffer from a wide va-
people with similar issues know they riety of abandonment
are not alone in their struggle. “When Provided by Susie Martin. issues and stress, which

I looked back on my experiences, I result in post-traumatic

realized my personal healing started after stress disorder, anxiety

I heard someone speak about their own and more.” Ms. Robin-

depression. And, then it clicked. Other son conducted exten-

people are going through this and I am not sive research on the fos-

alone.” Since then, Ms. Martin has strived ter care system through

to spread awareness about depression her independent study

and anxiety, not just for those suffering, and mentorship (ISM)

but also for those with loved ones who are class during her senior

suffering, so more people can learn how to year, while also study-

help. ing public relations for

The Here’s Your Reminder Project also nonprofit organizations.

enacts “Not-So-Random Acts of Kindness” She learned about the

to accomplish the second half of their use of weighted blan-

mission: intentional kindness in order to kets as therapeutic

strengthen relationships. Anyone can tools to calm nerves,

nominate a loved one who seems to be help with sleep and

struggling with mental health issues and regulate and maintain

that person will receive a curated act of kindness from Ms. Martin’s charity, specifically mood balance in victims of anxiety and

designed to bring that person joy and let them know they are cared for. The charity other issues. Ms. Robinson’s charity raises

also encourages people to go out in the world and practice this philosophy. “Why does money to provide these weighted blan-

kindness have to be random?” she asks. “Doing something kind is so simple, but we kets to children in the foster care system.

often doubt ourselves because of that simplicity. We need to listen to the kindness “I originally created Covered in Love for

instead of the doubts and make these acts more frequent and intentional. The goal is my ISM project, but decided to run with it

to make our relationships stronger and closer.” The theory here is that when someone and make it more than a research project,

who is struggling with their mental health knows they have strong relationships to turn but a real and impactful organization.”

to, they will be more likely to reach out for help from those people, instead of trying to The joint event with Here’s Your Reminder

figure it out alone. was a big success, and Covered in Love

When Ms. Martin started her nonprofit, she was struggling to self-fund the charity, raised $1,300 and spread awareness

and there just was not enough capital to achieve all she wanted for the cause. When about their mission to even more people.

the idea came to her to try using goat yoga classes as both a way to raise money and a As Happy Goat Yoga continues to

way to gain visibility throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth area, it became a blessing. The expand, the organization is actively

classes boomed in popularity and more venues began to open their doors and allow searching for more Frisco venues where

Happy Goat Yoga to “do their thing” and bring people together. “Happy Goat Yoga is they can host classes. “We love our

providing a way for the community to come and have fun and get some stress relief. We Frisco people! They took to the classes

say you cannot be grumpy with a goat on your back, and it is true. These classes allow like I knew they would!” admits Ms.

you to get out of your own head for a while and realize there is more to the world than Martin.

the problems you woke up thinking about.” The next time you do not know what

While on the surface these classes are very lighthearted, the message and mission to do with a Saturday afternoon, check

of the Here’s Your Reminder Project are still presented at events. Ms. Martin says she to see if there are any charitable causes

has been blessed with meeting people who needed her organization just as much as spreading some joy with a few baby goats

she needed them. Because of the popularity and success of these events, Happy Goat and some yoga mats!

Yoga - For Charity has been able to pull in other charitable causes and joint-host events,

raising money for both causes. Dru Bickham is a writer who enjoys reading,

More recently, the Here’s Your Reminder Project partnered with recent Frisco High stimulating and lengthy conversations

School graduate Reagan Robinson and her charity, Covered in Love, to host a joint super and pursuing her passion for publishing

fundraiser event through Happy Goat Yoga. The event was held on May 17, in the middle and the written word.

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FSM PHOTOGRAPHY INTERN
AMELIA THOMAS ASKS

What has been the best
thing about this summer?

STREETS OF FRISCO

“ Being at the pool with
the grandkids!”

DIANE BEDARD

“T he weather. It has been
hot, but not like it has
been in years past!”

JOSÉ CUELLAR

“ I am studying for the
MCAT®, so I have just
been studying. When
that is over, I will be
over the moon! Time
to celebrate!”

KAMRAN SIDDIQ

“ The traffic during
summer because there
are not as many people
on the roads.”

MAIMAH KAIGI

“ Probably turning 21!”

TRACIE WARD

Visit friscostyle.com to see how
our staff answered!

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F E AT U R E

Photo by Sheila Reno. Photo by Suzanne Palasek.

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Photo by Shahbanu Malak.

PHOTO SELECTED BY

TAMMY MEINERSHAGEN,

executive director, Frisco Association for the Arts.

Photo by Rachel Bauldree. Capturing the Moment

IF R I S C O S T Y L E ’ S 2 0 18 C O V E R P H O T O C O N T E S T !
f a picture says a thousand words, then the photographers
near and far who entered our 2018 Cover Photo Contest
have told a rich, full story that is sure to captivate as well
as entertain.
As always, choosing the one perfect photo to be the
cover for this issue was a challenge! This year, Frisco STYLE also
requested several local officials and professionals to select their
favorites to present on the following pages. What might these
images say to you?

Thank you to all the great photographers, whether profession-
al or amateur, who participated in this year’s contest. It was a joy
to look through all the beautiful and captivating images from
around the community (and beyond) that capture the unique
lives of Frisco residents.

Be sure to stop by the lobby of the Jamba Juice building (3001
Dallas Parkway, Frisco) in HALL Park throughout the month of
August and check out the presentation of these images achiev-
ing Honorable Mention status.

Photo by Mike Zapata.

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Photo by David Chalker .

Photo by Christer Hiort.

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Photo by Pamela Thanawalla.

Photo by Irma Humby.

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Photo by Austin Gee.

Photo by Natalie Embry.

Photo by Debra Nelson.

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Photo by Libby Grohmann.

Photo by Nikki Sumrow.

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PHOTO SELECTED BY Photo by
Maddie Cargile.
JEFF CHENEY,
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PHOTO SELECTED BY Photo by
Inessa Lazenby.
B R A D S H A R P,

director of Creative Frisco.

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Photo by Nishita Appana. Photo by Matt Reno.

Photo by Susan Stroud.

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PHOTO SELECTED BY Photo by
Patty Lebed Hess.
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