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Dinner and a concert

The Allen Philharmonic Symphony will present a dinner and concert, Scholars and Shamrocks at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 17 at Lovejoy High School Auditorium, 2350 Estates Parkway in Lucas. Dinner and concert prices are $38 adult, $35 seniors $20 for students fifth- grade and younger. Resevations required. For more information, call 972 359-0656.

Posted by Carol Whitaker  at 4:59 PM (E-mail this entry)

Book your act now

Hawaiian Falls is building new concert stages at its three area water parks in Dallas, Garland and The Colony. They are currently booking live, family-friendly acts for every Friday evening from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.
For more information, call Neal Gorman 214-965-2730.

Posted by Carol Whitaker  at 4:45 PM (E-mail this entry)

Be a children's advocate

CASA of Collin County is seeking court appointed special advocates to help the judge make informed decisions in children’s best interest. A one year commitment is necessary and provides one consistent person who advocates for the child throughout his or her time in foster care. To help children overcome adversity and flourish in their new environment, go to the VMC website and look for CASA under Agencies.
For more information, call 972-542-0679 or e-mail volunteermck@sbcglobal.net.

Posted by Carol Whitaker  at 3:23 PM (E-mail this entry)

Have some laughs and learn parenting skills

Brenda Bird humorous, motivational, practical parent trainer will give a talk titled Living with Queen Bees, Wannabees and Bart Simpson, While Keeping Your Sanity and Sense of Humor at the PTA meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, March 12 at Ereckson Middle School at 450 Tatum Drive.
For more information, call Jayne Rogers at 214-383-4141 or e-mail jaynerogers@sbcglobal.net.

Posted by Carol Whitaker  at 1:46 PM (E-mail this entry)

Satire and dinner

Little off the Square Theater will present their own version of American Idol, dubbed American Idle, by director Jesse Nichols at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 17, at El Chico, 1222 N. Central Expressway in McKinney. Tickets are $37.50 which includes dinner and a champagne toast. Reservations are required.
For more information, call Jesse Nichols 972-562-4725.

Posted by Carol Whitaker  at 11:21 AM (E-mail this entry)

Seniors celebrate Fat Tuesday

Check out the Dallas Morning News metro story that ran Saturday about Allen Senior Recreation Center's Mardi Gras dance.

Posted by Amy Stevens  at 8:27 AM (E-mail this entry)