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By Staff Reports
Allen Garden Club hosts 2008 Spring Garden Tour
The Allen Garden Club will present their 2008 Spring Garden Tour, “Our Gardens are Works of Heart” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. Keep Allen Beautiful, a community group that hopes to make Allen a cleaner, healthier and more attractive city, is their sponsor. Proceeds from the event will benefit community beautification projects of the Allen Garden Club, including the Children’s Native Plant Garden.
The 2008 tour will offer community members a rare opportunity to travel through seven privately owned and beautifully maintained gardens. Visitors are encouraged to photograph their favorite flowers, and Allen Garden Club members will be available to answer questions. The gardens along the tour will feature native and drought tolerant plants, colorful perennials, tropical retreats, an alley garden, herbs, square foot gardening, garden art, and water gardening with koi fish.
Tour books will be available in mid-May at Puckett’s Nursery at 811 East Main Street in Allen and from Allen Garden Club members for a $10 donation. For information about the Spring Garden Tour or joining the Allen Garden Club, visit www.allengardenclub.org or call Denise Webre at 972-390-8536. For information about Keep Allen Beautiful, visit www.cityofallen.org/commservices/kab_home.htm.
Marriage seminar
until May 25
Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC, leads a weekly marriage enrichment seminar at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday mornings until May 25 at First United Methodist Church of Allen in the Upper Room Chapel. Neitert draws on more than 10 years of ministry and counseling experience in this workshop for newlyweds and couples who have been married for years. All will find useful tools as they study topics ranging from anger to forgiveness, children, finances, priorities, and when all hope seems lost.
FUMC Allen is located at 601 S. Greenville Ave. For information, contact Rev. June Franck, 972-727-8261 Ext. 124.
Suncreek UMC offers VBS, summer camps
Register now for vacation bible school which will be held the week of June 16-20 from 9 a.m. to noon for children entering Kindergarten through Grade 5. The charge is $20 per child.
Suncreek United Methodist Church will offer Summer Music and Art Camps for lower elementary July 21-25 (Grades K-2) and upper elementary July 28- Aug. 1 (Grades 3-5) from 9 a.m. to noon each day. A middle school camp will also be offered July 28-Aug.1 (students who have completed Grades 6-8) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. The charge for the camps is $50.
Suncreek United Methodist Church is located at 1517 W. McDermott Dr. in Allen and offers three worship services each Sunday morning at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School is available for all ages at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Middle School Youth meet at 5:45 p.m. and Sr. High Youth meet at 6:30 p.m. each Sunday evening. Rev. Kathleen Baskin-Ball is the Senior Pastor.
For information, call the church at 972-390-1695 or visit www.suncreekumc.org
Connemara Conservancy launches photo contest
The Connemara Conservancy is asking photographers to take their best shot n of nature that is n and enter it in the land conservancy’s first photography contest. Winning photos will be featured in Connemara’s first Calendar, to be published in the fall of 2008. The first place photo will be featured on the cover.
Professional and amateur photographers are invited to submit photos through Aug. 15 of the Connemara Meadow Preserve, Blackland Prairie, Post-Oak Savannah, Cross Timbers and Rolling Plains. Creativity and unusual angles are encouraged.
Winning nature photos will be featured in North Texas land conservancy’s first calendar. For information, visit connemaraconservancy.org. Submissions should be e-mailed to photo@connemaraconservancy.org.
Free girls lacrosse clinic by Allen Lady Eagles
Current Lady Eagle’s coaches are prepared to teach girls everything they need to get started in the fastest growing sport in the country. All clinics will be held at Celebration Park in Allen.
Elementary School (current 4th and 5th graders)
10 a.m. to noon on May 10
Soccer stars shine even brighter in lacrosse. Want non-stop action? Want to score multiple goals in a game? Come play girls lacrosse and make it happen.
Middle School (current 6th and 7th graders)
10 a.m. to noon on May 17
Only 2 percent of all Allen middle school girls make the A team in Volleyball or Basketball. There is a better alternative. Come play a competitive sport against area middle schools, and prepare to be part of the Allen Lady Eagles High School Lacrosse Team.
High School (current 8-11th graders)
10 a.m. to noon on May 17
Want to compete against Southlake, Coppell, Highland Park and other area high schools? The Lady Eagles high school lacrosse team is preparing to accept more athletes, so: Are You Ready?
Girl’s lacrosse stick, goggles, and mouth guard required. Limited loaner equipment is available.
No experience necessary, and open to girls in the surrounding community school districts of Plano, Lovejoy, McKinney, Frisco, Wylie, and others. For registration information, go to www.ladyeagleslacrosse.com, or contact Chris Smith at 972-727-1796.
CTYO announces
summer camps
Cross Timbers Youth Orchestra will host String Fling Summer Day Camp from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. daily from July 7-11 with a free public performance at noon on July 11. This will take place at the McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 111 N. Tennessee in McKinney. Cost is $165 per student. Cross Timbers Youth Orchestra (CTYO) is dedicated to enriching lives through music for youths in North Texas. Students participate in youth string orchestras, classic guitar orchestra, and percussion orchestra as well as elementary strings programs for the beginner’s music education outreach program. CTYO, funded in part by grants from the City of McKinney through the McKinney Arts Commission and the Frisco Association for the Arts, is a 501 (c)3 tax-exempt, non-profit organization. Information is available at ctyo.org or by calling 972-658-4227.
Sky Ranch begins registration for summer camps
Sky Ranch Camps, America’s premier summer camp, has the answer for busy parents in pursuit of a fun yet memory-making, life-impacting children’s summer camp experience.
A nationwide leader in non-denominational Christian Camping for more than 50 years, Sky Ranch offers opportunities for children, ages 6 through high school at its three camps in Texas, Colorado, and Oklahoma.
Sky Ranch offers their signature seven-day camp in Van, Texas, for campers ages 6-16. Kids will experience a whirlwind of excitement on the beautifully wooded campus which includes a private 90-acre lake. Campers enjoy a host of activities including “The Blob,” jet skis, sailing, mini-golf, mountain biking, paintball wars, soccer, and more.
Sky Ranch Cave Springs has opportunities available for campers ages 7-15 and is located on 1,400 acres in the breath-taking surroundings of Northeast Oklahoma. Sky Ranch Ute Trail, which occupies a portion of the Colorado Rockies, offers unique opportunities for kayaking, backpacking and white-water rafting.
Camps run for one-to-two weeks and information is available on the Web site. Register at www.SkyRanch.org or call 800-962-2267.
Vets offer Helping Hands
The Allen VFW Post 2195 is asking local merchants to assist families of soldiers deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan by giving discounts at their businesses. For information, to be placed on the local list of vendors, or for families of soldiers who need assistance, contact James Brevard at 469-667-6925 or e-mail reelthing@tx.rr.com
Today
Bach to Books features AHS Jazz Band
The award-winning Allen High School Jazz Band sets a swinging mood with jazz from the 1930s and ’40s at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8, in the Allen Public Library’s Civic Auditorium.
The audience will be treated to such classics as Spain (Chick Corea), ‘Round Midnight (Thelonious Monk), Four (Miles Davis), Bird Land (Josef Zawinul), The Chicken (Alfred Ellis), Night Flight (Sammy Nestico), and The Heat’s On (Sammy Nestico).
Soloists for this concert include Josh Trent, Zack McCoy, Robert Thomas, Edsel Rivera-Rios, and George Eleftheriou, and Dani Cotton.
In March, the Allen High School Jazz Band traveled to Lubbock for a statewide Jazz and Blues Competition, winning the prestigious Outstanding Band for Class 5A.
The Jazz Band is under the direction of Matt Boening, a graduate of Texas Tech University and the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he earned a Masters Degree in Music.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Allen Public Library as parts of the “Bach to Books” arts series, this program is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.
For information, call Tom Keener at 214-509-4911.
Readable History Book Club at library
The Allen Public Library will host the Readable History Book Club at 7 p.m. This month’s selection is “Rosalind Franklin and DNA” by Anne Sayre. The library is located at 300 North Allen Drive. For information, call 214-509-4906 or visit www.allenlibrary.org.
Writers Alliance for Kids (W.A.K.) at library
WAK provides a group environment for young writers, ages 10 to 12, to share their writings and get feedback. The group meets most Thursdays during the school year from 4-5 p.m. at Allen Public Library meeting room, 300 N. Allen Drive. For information, e-mail Rachel Walton at wakinfo@verizon.net
Mother’s Day Tea at Senior Rec Center
Ladies, we invite you to join the Allen Senior Recreation Center for it’s third annual Mother’s Day Tea. Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment and socializing complete with traditional afternoon tea refreshments. This is a special time to honor all of the women who have made a difference in someone’s life. Tea time will be from 2-3 p.m. This event costs $3 and is for ladies 50 years+. The Allen Senior Recreation Center is located at 451 St. Mary Drive. For information, call 214-509-4820.
Friday
Annual Third Grade Youth Concert
The Allen Philharmonic welcomes the Dallas Black Dance Theatre in three performances of “Peter & The Wolf” to accommodate all students in the Allen and area school districts. Selections from the UIL Music Memory program will be performed in addition to the ballet. This performance adds dance, an art form not currently offered in the elementary fine arts curriculum. Third grade introduction to dance engages the younger students’ senses of sight and sound in what is, for many, their first concert experience. This concert will take place at the Allen Public Library, 300 N. Allen Drive. For information, call 972-359-0656 or e-mail office@allenphilharmonic.org.
Saturday
Election Day
Go to http://www.co.col-
lin.tx.us/elections/election_information/index.jsp for information.
Youth Fishing Derby
Here fishy, fishy! The entire family will enjoy the Youth Fishing Derby at Bethany Lakes Park. Prizes given for the most fish caught per age group and the largest fish caught overall. Enjoy one America’s favorite pastimes and give your child a fishing story they can tell for years to come. This is a free event and all youth are welcome. For information, call the Joe Farmer Recreation Center at 214-509-4750.
Lovejoy Country
Run 1K/5K
Funds raised will benefit Lovejoy athletic booster clubs. The event will take place, rain or shine. The price includes a pancake breakfast, T-shirt, and electronic chip timing (5K only). Enjoy the live music of “Beat Red” while kids enjoy a bounce house and face painting. Race brochures are available at all LISD schools and at Luke’s Locker running stores. Proceeds benefit the Lovejoy athletic booster clubs. Event day registration takes place from 7-8:15 a.m. The run will take place at Lovejoy High School, 250 Estates Parkway in Lucas. For information, visit www.lovejoyleopard.com/countryrun
Sunday
FUMC hosts divorce recovery seminar
First United Methodist Church of Allen hosts a Divorce Recovery Seminar designed for those going through divorce and those coping with life after divorce, from 7-8:15 p.m. on Mondays beginning April 21. Sessions continue April 28, May 5, May 12, and May 19, in the church’s Upper Room Chapel.
Topics include Five Stages of Divorce Grief, Helping Children Cope, Rediscovering Who You Are, and How to Know When You Are Healing.
Session leader, Russell Bowden, M.Ed., L.P.C. is a licensed counselor who has been in private practice in Allen for the last 16 years. Besides individual and group work, Bowden has presented at numerous conferences and seminars on grief recovery, relationships, parenting skills, and building self-esteem. Bowden received his master’s degree in counseling from Texas Tech University. Since 1983, he has been a licensed professional counselor in Texas.
Childcare is available with a reservation. To RSVP, e-mail junef@fumcallen.org.
FUMC Allen is located at 601 S. Greenville Ave. For information, call 972-727-8261 or check their Web site at www.fumcallen.org.
Monday
Parks and Recreation Board meets
The Allen Parks and Recreation Board will meet at 7 p.m. in the Council Conference Room of City Hall, 305 Century Parkway.
Tuesday
City Council meets
The Allen City Council will meet at 6 p.m. for a workshop and 7 p.m. for its regular meeting in Council Chambers at Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway. Workshop and meeting agendas are posted online at www.cityofallen.org on the Friday before each meeting date. For more information, call 214-509-4110. Workshop meetings typically precede the meetings and begin at 6 p.m.
Young Adult Writers at library
The Allen Public Library will host its teen program, the Young Adult Writers’ Alliance (YAWA), 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room. This is a self-directed group for teens ages 13-18 who like to write and would like feedback on their writing from peers in a relaxed environment. New writers always welcomed. The library is located at 300 North Allen Drive. For information, call 214-509-4906 or e-mail Becky Pabst at yawa.moderator@gmail.com.
Wednesday
Arts of Collin County Commission meets
The Arts of Collin County Commission will meet at 4 p.m. in the Council Conference Room at Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway.
FUMC hosts study on Psalms of Ascent
The United Methodist Women for First United Methodist Church of Allen host Beth Moore’s new 13-week study, Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent. This in-depth look at Psalms 120 through Psalms 134 provides participants the opportunity to pray, reflect, and write a personal rendition of these ancient choruses. Join in the parlor from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, beginning May 14, at FUMC Allen, 601 S. Greenville Ave. Contact Alycia Segner at alycia.segner@sbcglobal.net or Rev. Christy James at 972-727-8261.
WISE Committee Meeting
Allen Chamber of Commerce will host a committee meeting for Chamber members who are interested in assisting with the growth and development of the Allen Chamber’s women’s division. The committee is looking for ideas on how to strengthen the group. If interested in volunteering to be a part of this committee, attend the meeting for more details. The meeting will take place from 4-5 p.m. at the Allen Chamber of Commerce, 210 West McDermott Drive. Call 972-727-5585 for information.
Thursday, May 15
Chamber hosts
Business Wrap Up
The Allen Chamber of Commerce invites members to socialize with a business goal: increasing exposure among members and learning about chamber services. This event will take place from 5-6:30 p.m. at a to-be-determined location. R.S.V.P.s are requested for this no-charge event. For information, call 972-727-5585 or e-mail info@allenchamber.com.
May 17-18
Fill-the-Boot Campaign benefiting MDA
Allen Firefighters Association members will be collecting donations for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on May 17 and 18 at the intersections of US Highway 75 and McDermott, US Highway 75 and Bethany, US Highway 75 and Stacy Road.
In 2005, the firefighters raised $6,542 and hope to exceed that amount this year.
Money raised helps fund summer camps, orthopedic equipment, support groups, global research for 43 neuromuscular diseases, and local clinics.
MDA is a voluntary health agency working to defeat more than 43 neuromuscular diseases through global research, comprehensive client services and health education.
In Oklahoma and Texas, MDA offers four summer camps, more than 20 support groups and clinics, and more than $1 million in research grants to state hospitals and universities, including the University of Oklahoma.
For information on MDA, call 972-480-0011 or visit www.MDA.org. And don’t forget to watch the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon on NBC 5.
Sunday, May 18
Support youth missions at Beans ‘n’ Jeans
Beans ‘n’ Jeans at First United Methodist Church is a fun-filled family event that features bounce houses, dinner, a silent auction and entertainment. This year’s event is Sunday, May 18, in the east parking lot of the church. Bounce houses for the kids open at 5 p.m. with dinner served at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m., featuring the talents of church members and friends. The silent auction accepts bids on a wide variety of items from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring a blanket and your lawn chairs. Purchase tickets after worship each Sunday through May 18 or during the week. FUMC Allen is located at 601 S. Greenville Ave. For information, call 972-727-8261 or check their Web site at www.fumcallen.org
Monday, May 19
EDS Jazz Band at Summer Sounds Series
The EDS Jazz Band, a 23-member big band jazz ensemble and vocal group comprised entirely of current and former employees of EDS, will perform at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center, 1201 East Bethany Drive, as part of the Summer Sounds Concert Series. Now in its fifth year, the band has performed in support of numerous organizations to promote jazz in the community. This concert is free and open to all ages. The music starts at 7 p.m. and a variety of concession items are available for purchase. Bring the family out for a night and experience music from some of the best local talent around. For information, call 214-509-4811.
Community Development Corporation meets
The Allen Community Development Corporation will meet at 7 p.m. in the Council Conference Room of Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway. Meeting agendas are posted online at www.cityofallen.org on the Friday before each meeting date. For information, call 214-509-4110.
Genre Book Club meets at library
The Genre Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room of the library. This month’s book will be “Alfred Hitchcock’s Three Investigators.” The library is located at 300 North Allen Drive. For information, call Victoria Swadley at 214509-4905 or e-mail vswadley@cityofallen.org.
Tuesday, May 20
Keep Allen Beautiful Board
The Keep Allen Beautiful Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room of Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway. Meeting agendas are posted online at www.cityofallen.org on the Friday before each meeting date. For information, call 214-509-4551.
Planning and Zoning Commission meets
The Allen Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway. Meeting agendas are posted online at www.cityofallen.org on the Friday before each meeting date. For information, call 214-509-4162.
Public Art Committee
The Allen Public Art Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Municipal Courts, Parks and Recreation Building, 301 Century Parkway.
Chamber hosts Tuesday Morning Live!
The Allen Chamber of Commerce’s Tuesday Morning Live! will take place at the On the Border, 213 Central Expressway North, today from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Networking opportunities are available and guests can highlight their businesses to others. The cost is $1 for members and $3 for non-members, who are limited to three visits. For information, call the Allen Chamber of Commerce at 972-727-5585 or e-mail info@allenchamber.com.
Chamber hosts Lunch and Learn
The Business Education and Marketing Task Force of the Allen Chamber of Commerce will present a series of workshops to demonstrate ideas business owners and managers can use in their business. This workshop will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 705 Central Expressway South. The feature speaker will Dennis Wagner, an ActionCOACH. For information, call 972-727-5585 or e-mail info@allenchamber.com
May 20-21
Early registration for summer school
Allen ISD summer school program is offered for students in elementary, middle school and high school. Both the elementary and middle school programs are designed only for students who have not mastered the TEKS or TAKS in language arts, mathematics or social studies. AISD is offering an early summer school registration from 4 to 6 p.m., May 20-21 at the Allen High School Cafeteria. This registration period is in addition to the regular registration period in June. The early registration period is for students at Allen High School, Lowery Freshman Center and graduating 8th graders. Call 972-727-0400 Ext. 1243 with questions. For information, visit www.allenisd.org/web/About/summerschool.html
Saturday, May 24
Family Bike Day
In honor of National Bike Month, Joe Farmer Recreation and Plano Cycling and Fitness have partnered to bring Family Bike Day to Allen’s Celebration Park (701 Angel Pkwy.) from 10 a.m. to noon. Residents are invited to bring the family out for a free bike safety check. Make sure to bring your bike and be entered win gift certificates from Plano Cycling and Fitness. For information on these and other events offered by Joe Farmer Recreation Center, call 214-509-4750 or visit www.allenparks.org.
Monday, May 26
APSO celebrates Memorial Day
Celebrate Memorial Day as the Allen Philharmonic Symphony pays homage to those who have served our country. Attendees are asked to be considerate of the veterans during this particular concert by asking all patrons to remain seated during the performance. This concert will take place at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater, 1201 East Bethany Drive. This free concert is free and open to all ages. The music starts at 7 p.m. and a variety of concession items are available for purchase. Bring the family out for a night and experience music from some of the best local talent around. For information, call 214-509-4811.
Sunday, June 1
Guitars for Christ
at FUMC
Guitars for Christ (G4X), First United Methodist Church of Allen’s guitar ensemble, invites guitarists of all ages throughout the North Texas area to join them as they prepare for their annual fundraising concert benefitting Send Hope missions in Honduras. The event takes place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at the church located at 601 S. Greenville Ave., and will feature guitar music for all tastes and talents and includes guest vocal soloists and ensembles. Guitarists who would like to be a part of this spirit and sting-filled evening can contact Randy Keyes at 972-359-9474 or randy@g4x.us.
Monday, June 2
James Brandon, Old No.6 Band perform at Series
This is not your typical Top 40, working, country band. Covering hits from timeless artists such as Merle Haggard, George Strait and Alan Jackson, they only play the best selection of classic country music with sounds of today and a few of their own mixed in as well.
This free concert will take place at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater, 1201 East Bethany Drive. This concert is free and open to all ages. The music starts at 7 p.m. and a variety of concession items are available for purchase. Bring the family out for a night and experience music from some of the best local talent around. For information, call 214-509-4811.
TUESDAYS
50 Plus Shopper Perks
Allen Premium Outlets, 820 West Stacy Road, invites shoppers ages 50 and up to take advantage of an additional 10 percent savings on Tuesdays by presenting photo identification to cashiers of participating stores. To view a current list of participating stores, stop by the information desk at the food court area or visit www.premiumoutlets.com/allen and click “-Sales and Events.” For information, call 972-678-7000.
WEDNESDAYS
Allen Sunrise Rotary meets
The Allen Sunrise Rotary meets 6:45 a.m. every Wednesday morning at Chase Oaks Golf Club pavilion for a time of socializing over breakfast and a presentation by an invited speaker. No reservations needed. Programs are designed to allow attendees to be on their way to work by 8 a.m. Chase Oaks Golf Club is located at 7201 Chase Oaks Blvd., Plano. For information, contact Jimmy Trickett at 469-667-8436.
Allen Noontime Rotary meets
The Allen Noontime Rotary meets at noon every Wednesday at Chase Oaks Golf Club pavilion, 7201 Chase Oaks Blvd., Plano. For information, call Randy Sandifer at 972-396-1118 or Griff Moore at 972-727-5650.
THURSDAYS
Allen Kiwanis Club meets
The Allen Kiwanis Club meets at noon at IHOP, 315 central Expressway in Allen. For information, call Sandy McNair at 214-548-5483 or visit www.allenkiwanis.org.
SECOND THURSDAYS
Christian Women’s Connection in Frisco
On the second Thursday of each month women connect with other women over a lunch at Stonebriar Country Club. The time is from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the cost is $17.
, which includes lunch, ice tea, coffee, dessert and free child care. Women of all ages and stages of life participate and make lasting friendships. Reservations for lunch and child care can be made by contacting Jill at 469-287-2821.
SECOND FRIDAYS
Allen Early Childhood PTA meetings
Allen Early Childhood PTA meets at 9:30 a.m. every second Friday of the month during the school year. Their playgroups and fieldtrips continue throughout the summer. AECPTA meetings are held at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 821 South Greenville Ave. Childcare is provided with reservation. For information, go to www.aecpta.com.
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