Just in time for the start of a new school year, enrichment and tutoring provider Explore Horizons is opening its sixth Dallas-Fort Worth location in McKinney on August 14th at 3530 West University Drive, Suite 302. On August 15th, all Explore Horizons centers including McKinney will host a free community…
Patriot PAWS is Providing Trained Service Dogs for Our Veterans By Alicia Wanek The U.S. has approximately 200,000 military personnel serving overseas, and it is estimated that 11 to 20% of those deployed as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan have symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress…
Saturday, August 18 w 1pm – 3pm Located at 3966 McKinney Avenue, Church of the Incarnation Episcopal hosts a free Back-to-School Immunization Clinic provided by Texas Care Van. Also participating are the Dallas County Medical Society Alliance, The Dallas Police Central Neighborhood Patrol, Texas A&M College of Dentistry and North Dallas Shared…
Uniform and School Supply Drive for Children Affected by Homelessness Family Gateway and NorthPark Center will partner for a Back-to-School Drive during August. Throughout the month, shoppers can donate gift cards or monetary donations outside the Concierge Center (Level One near Neiman Marcus); donations of school supplies, uniforms, belts, socks,…
Matrice Ellis-Kirk and Ambassador Ron Kirk named Honorary Chairs Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) will serve as presenting sponsor for the 33rd Dallas Women’s Foundation Annual Luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 30 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas. A sponsor reception will be held at 10:30 a.m….
Making a lasting impact, one homeless child at a time By Alicia Wanek It can be difficult for a homeless child to imagine their own future, especially when their current priorities are a place to sleep and food to eat. At Rainbow Days, the goal is for the over 600 children…
Texas Legends give back to our local community Not only are Texas Legends games a great family activity, but they also showcase the organization’s focus on serving the community. Here are some highlights from last season: 1. CAR GIVEAWAY! This is a tradition (of many Legends traditions, as you’ll see) unlike…
By Deb Silverthorn The Team Jack Foundation scored a touchdown at Plano’s Clark Field and Plano Sports Authority (PSA) II when more than 350 children and adults participated in the Second Annual Team Jack Trifecta chaired by New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead. The day-long festivities of sports and…
On National Bike to Work Day, May 18, Dallas Area Rapid Transit is encouraging North Texans to leave their car at home, and instead, ride their bike to the nearest DART Rail Station or bus stop. On your way, stop by any of several “Energizer Stations” from 7-9 a.m. at…