NTEC invites you to register for its upcoming “MedVentures 2010” Conference on July 21, 2010, at the Embassy Suites Frisco Conference Center. MedVentures 2010 is an annual, regional, early stage investment conference and company showcase focused on the medical technology sector. The program includes an angel investor panel discussion, venture capital panel discussion and a showcase of 20 emerging medical technology companies.
The purpose of the conference is to connect quality emerging medtech companies seeking capital with investors that focus on their industry sector. In addition to investment, the conference strives to deliver useful, timely and relevant educational content to entrepreneurs and those that service the industry.
Finally, MedVentures 2010 provides a "trade show" venue for vendors and service providers seeking to exhibit at the conference. This conference provides an excellent opportunity to network with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry wide professionals. Networking and breakfast begins at 7:00 am, and the conference runs until 4:30 pm. Registration includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch, networking, refreshments, parking, and door prizes drawn throughout the program. Registrants should pick up tickets at registration. Must be present to win. For more information or to register for the conference, please visit our website or email .
NOTE FROM MATT AND ERIKA: The Frisco Community Newsletter is proud to be a sponsor of this innovative conference in Frisco!
NEW - Gourmet Coffee (and more!) At Global Peace Factory Coffee House:
Last week, Erika and I (Matt) had a chance to meet and interview Bernard Nussbaumer, the proprietor of Global Peace Factory, a gourmet coffee house that opened up earlier this year at Stonebriar Commons. We were so impressed not only with the physical layout of the coffee shop but his sense of responsibility to our community and our world. Plus, he’s just a genuinely nice person! Make sure you read to the end because Bernard has a VERY compelling offer!
Global Peace Factory is a unique coffee house in Frisco, located at the intersection of Legacy Drive and Hwy 121. We specialize in gourmet coffee and other hot and cold drinks, and also serve paninis, breakfast muffins, salads, sandwiches, pastries and gelato.
Our coffee is brewed from the finest Italian roast by our team of expert baristas. The combination of our well-trained staff with great coffee beans deliver a coffee experience you will not soon forget. But our coffee is not the only thing that will impress you at Global Peace Factory.
All the hot and cold drinks served at Global Peace Factory are prepared with the utmost care and friendly service, using prime ingredients, as are the meals. Whether you choose to order a delicious iced latte to cool down on a hot Texas summer day, or an espresso to satisfy the taste buds, be assured of a great experience.
All our meals are prepared fresh when ordered and can be enjoyed in our unique environment, to go, or for delivery by calling us. We specialized in paninis, which we cater for every taste and calorie budget. Remember, nothing is more important to us than you, our customers. And for a real treat, come and enjoy our gelato (Italian ice cream).
Our mezzanine level, with room for 5-25 people, can be booked for social or business meetings, at no charge. Simply phone us to reserve. Global Peace Factory also offers free Wi-Fi, and plays a unique selection of music from across the world.
There is no other place like Global Peace Factory in the greater DFW area. The quality of the products, the friendly service and the unique design all stem from our core values. In addition to that, we provide you with something unique: a place you can use for any charity needs. A fundraiser? An event to host? An individual or an organization that needs assistance? Talk to us and we’ll do all we can to be there for you, because Global Peace Factory is more than just a coffee house!
The core values that Global Peace Factory live by are: Awareness, Understanding, Respect, Love, Compassion and Action. The world can only become a better place if everyone takes the time to become aware of others, come to know them and take action to help those in need. To that end, Global Peace Factory donates 2% of all income to non-political and local charities.
***Stop in to Global Peace Factory at Stonebriar Commons (across from Stonebriar Spa at Legacy/121), mention The Frisco Community Newsletter and any one of our core values as stated in the prior paragraph, and get your second drink free. (Offer expires July 31st, 2010)***
UPDATED – Kathy’s Personal Touch Personal Assistant Service Saves you Time and Money:
Let Kathy's Personal Touch put the "personal" back into personal assistant for you today!
They have two great service offerings make it easy to make life easier for you.
1) Traditional Services are the normal day-to-day items like grocery shopping, dry cleaning pick up/drop off or wait time services and are priced a la carte. Just choose a service on the “Traditional Service” tab and let them do the rest.
2) Premier Services are just about everything else. These larger scale services like birthday party planning or dedicated research are priced individually. Just fill out the information on the “Contact Us” tab and we will get back with you shortly.
Contact us by phone, (214) 529-4957 or via our site for any service. We will return your call, or inquiry within 4 hours (during normal business hours).
Kathy's Personal Touch is insured and all representatives for Kathy's Personal Touch have been drug screened and have had background checks performed.
NEW - Emler Swim School's Frisco Location
Children cannot learn if they are not happy – so Emler Swim School is all about students having a great time while become skilled at swimming!
Emler provides a non-threatening and nurturing environment, full of creative teaching methods to ensure that every student is comfortable and confident in the water.
There are few age barriers in the lifesaving sport of swimming. Emler students range from 6 months to 100 years old.
Because effective learning and safety requires ongoing reinforcement and repetition, we encourage once weekly swim lessons year round. Educators have proven that this intermittent schedule of learning causes permanent retention of skills.
Seventeen levels of instruction are found in our award-winning curriculum, SwimScript ©. We constantly update our curriculum with new techniques and safety skills, keeping Emler on the cutting edge of aquatic education for all swimmers.
Our use of M&M’s
Emler has been using M&M candies as positive reinforcement in swim lessons since the school opened in 1975.
While beginning students only consume about seven pieces of candy per lesson, the positive reinforcement of M&M’s quickly rewards our students for doing a skill correctly, thereby increasing the possibility that they will repeat that correct skill again.
Emler believes in positive reinforcement, and utilizes many different types of encouragement along with the M&M’s, including:
• Smiles
• Verbal Praise
• Hugs
• Clapping
• High Fives
• Prizes
The teachers at Emler are loving and nurturing to allow your children the freedom to enjoy the water and acquire trustworthy swim techniques. Emler’s award winning curriculum is enhanced by fun themes, pool toys, swim equipment, and even an occasional M&M. Emler Swim School pools are designed to make students comfortable. Heating the water to 90 degrees allows your child to relax in the water. Swimming in pools that are the proper depth and distance for swim students enhances the swim lesson experience. Parents are nearby the pool and visible to students, which is especially reassuring to younger students. We want swim lessons to be your child’s fondest childhood memory.
To enroll and find out more information, please visit our website. Our Frisco location is at the southwest corner in the shopping center Preston and Stonebrook Parkway, 7151 Preston Road. 469-234-SWIM (7946)
UPDATED - Hiring at HRchitect - Sales Position Opening:
HRchitect is a small, entrepreneurial consulting firm focusing on HR software consulting. Our services include the selection, implementation, and integration of HR Systems and Talent Management Systems.
Sales Account Executive
We have an immediate opening for a sales representative to work out of our Frisco, TX office. You will pursue warm and cold prospects via phone and e-mail in an attempt to set up sales calls. You will use your skills to identify key decision makers, create interest in our services, and establish relationships with prospects that will lead to securing projects for our firm. This position pays an hourly rate base pay plus commissions.
If you want to enjoy what you do and make great money while doing it, we are ready to give you the opportunity to achieve your goals.
Requirements:
* Outside or inside business-to-business sales experience desired
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based CRM software
* Commitment to excellence and customer service
* Ability to work independently while understanding the importance of teamwork
* Very organized
* Proven record in a challenging, fast-paced environment
* Ability to relate well to others and effectively interact with “C-level” executives
* Understanding of enterprise software is a plus, specifically HR and Talent Management related systems
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Matt Lafata, VP, Sales & Marketing
No phone calls, please.
NEW - “1776 – A New Musical”:
Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards
Book by Peter Stone
At The ArtCentre Theatre Plano, 1028 15th Place, Plano, TX
In the days leading up to July 4, 1776, Continental Congressmen John Adams and Benjamin Franklin coerce Thomas Jefferson into writing the declaration of Independence as a delaying tactic as they try to persuade the American colonies to support a resolution on independence. As George Washington sends depressing messages describing one military disaster after another, the businessmen, landowners and slave holders in Congress all stand in the way of the Declaration, and a single “nay” vote will forever end the question of independence. Large portions of spoken and sung dialog are taken directly from the letters and memoirs of the actual participants.
The show features a striking score by Sherman Edwards, and a book by Peter Stone, which is legendary in its craftsmanship. 1776! is a funny, insightful and compelling musical drama that puts a human face on the pages of history!
PERFORMANCES:
Saturday, June 26th at 3:00pm and 8:00pm
Sunday, June 27th at 3:30pm
Thursday, July 1st at 8:00pm
Friday, July 2 at 8:00pm
Saturday, July 3 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm
**Special Benefit Production! Proceeds to benefit the victims of the November Fort Hood Massacre.
Click Here for tickets! Rated PG for mild language
UPDATED - IT’S A SUMMER CLEANING SPECIAL:
DeBonair Custom Cleaning is Offering $75.00 off initial deep clean. Offer is valid now through July 31, 2010.
Upon receiving a call or an email from you, DeBonair will schedule a meeting with you in your home and listen to your individual needs and concerns regarding a cleaning service.
We will take a tour of your home with you while you point out areas of concern that are especially important to you. After the tour, the DeBonair Checklist will be reviewed with you, our cleaning products discussed, cleaning methods and answer any questions you may have. A specific day will then be determined with you to have your home cleaned within 1 - 2 weeks. Most homes do require an initial deep clean which will be discussed prior scheduling. DeBonair does not clean monthly clients, one-time or move in/move out cleanings.
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL OFFER: DeBonair is now offering partial home cleanings. We understand you may not need your entire home cleaned, so we have a solution. We are now offering a partial cleaning rate that includes Kitchen, Bathrooms and Floors.
DeBonair Custom Cleaning is also an official Partner of the Cleaning for a Reason Foundation, the non-profit providing free, professional house cleaning services for women undergoing treatment for cancer. To learn more about how we can help you or someone you know, please visit www.cleaningforareason.org
To learn more about DeBonair Custom Cleaning and view our checklist, please visit the website or owner Debbie Viverito She can also be reached at 214-886-2588.
NEW - Frisco Aquatics to host Ice Cream with Olympian Fundraiser at Double Dip for Jasmine Parker:
On Friday, July 2, 2010, Frisco Aquatics will be hosting a fundraiser, Ice Cream with Olympian, at Double Dip Frozen Custard, on Main Street in Frisco from 5:00-8:00 PM, to raise $3,200 for North Texas girl, Jasmine Parker who has Alopecia Areata. In August, Jasmine and her family wish to attend AlopeciaPalooza, a camp and conference for families.
AlopeciaPalooza is a special conference and camp located in Pennsylvania, for kids just like her. Alopecia Areata is a condition of permanent hair loss. Jasmine is ten years old, a vulnerable pre-teen age, where going to this camp would give her the opportunity to meet other kids and families with the same condition and also help change her focus from growing hair to growing self-esteem. Parker said, “I just want to know there are other kids like me, who understand me, and who know what I deal with everyday. I have friends who try to understand, but no one really gets it.”
Olympic Swimmer Staciana Stitts Winfield, from California is a guest coach for two weeks with Frisco Aquatics. She will be at the event signing autographs and posing for photos while kids can try on her Olympic Gold Medal. Winfield also suffers from Alopecia Areata and will hopefully become a new role model for Jasmine and teach her that with confidence, she can do anything!
Jasmine does not go out in public without her wig; she has never gone in water over waist-deep, which means she has never learned to swim. The Frisco Aquatics swim team would love to see Jasmine not only learn to swim some day, but also build a support group, which will be a possibility by going to AlopeciaPalooza, where she and her family can meet others to build that network. The Parker family is under financial hardship with Jasmine’s mother being a part-time hairdresser and her father recently losing his job as a preacher at a Mega-Church, due to the economic condition of the church.
Frisco Aquatics is inviting their 240 swimmers, their friends and families, Frisco Residents, local Frisco businesses, and all loyal Double-Dip Customers to participate in the event. Any local swimmer or athlete, no matter what team or background is invited to come meet Olympian Staciana Stitts Winfield and join the Ice Cream Event. In addition to the autograph session and drawing for prizes, there will also be face painting from FACES BY DARLENE.
Donations of any amount – big or small, are being collected before and during the “Ice Cream with Olympian” event. The funds collected will send Jasmine and her family to AlopeciaPalooza. Cash or check donations are being accepted – if you donate by check; please make checks payable to Frisco Aquatics.
Frisco Aquatics is also currently collecting donations of items for the drawing. Participants can get their name in the drawing when they attend the event and offer a donation. Speedo athletic bags, Speedo watches, Olympic photos, Radios, and license plate frames are a few of the great prizes. Barefoot Athletics donated an Adidas jacket for the drawing. Coffee from Starbucks and prizes from Eagle Gymnastics … and there will be much more!
The Frisco Aquatics Swim Team is still collecting donations from local Frisco businesses for the drawing. For more information or if you would like to make a donation, please feel free to contact Frisco Aquatics PR Chairperson, Lynn Bergman at 703.909.1780 or visit www.FriscoAquatics.com
NEW - Frisco National Night Out Activities including How to Register Your Block Party:
Frisco is returning to the nationally recognized August date for National Night Out 2010! On Tuesday, August 3, Frisco police and fire personnel will be out in force visiting neighborhoods, meeting with residents, and enjoying all of the festivities that are commonplace with the popular event.
If you are interested in participating in this year's National Night Out, please complete a block party registration form and return it to the Community Services Division. The registration form allows you to request visits from police, fire, and other city services.
Please contact the department's Community Services Division at 972.292.6145 or email if you have any questions regarding this year's National Night Out.
Safety Palooza 2010
The Frisco Police Department will be hosting its first ever Safety Palooza on Saturday, July 31, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., as the official kickoff party for this year's National Night Out. We welcome everyone to come to the Frisco Police Department located at 7200 Stonebrook Parkway (across from Frisco High School) for this great event.
Frisco police and fire personnel will be on-hand to show off all of the public safety "tools of the trade," in addition to a CareFlite helicopter open for public display. The Frisco Police Department's Motors Unit will be performing skills demonstrations with their Harley Davidsons, and a special agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms will show off his tactical canine's skills on mock bad guys.
In addition to all of the public service equipment and personnel during Safety Palooza, Frisco's own Snow Cone Lady will be on-hand with plenty of her chilled treats to help keep things cool.
Visit us for these few hours of fun and see firsthand why Frisco's public service professionals are regarded as some of the best in the area.
The National Association of Town Watch ranked Frisco 21st in the nation for cities with a population of 100,000-299,000 for our work and overall success in National Night Out 2009. Last year was the first year for us to compete in Category 2 due to our recent growth to approximately 107,000 residents at the time of National Night Out 2009. We are very proud of our ranking against such strong competitors in this category!
NEW - City of Frisco accepting applications for city board volunteers:
The City of Frisco is accepting applications for individuals interested in volunteering to serve on City Boards beginning Tuesday, July 6, 2010 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The deadline for filing an application is Monday, July 19, 2010, by 5 p.m. The five-page application must be in complete form with a resume attached; otherwise, it will not be accepted. Click here for information on board vacancies. Additional information may be obtained by calling 972-292-5010.
The Office of the City Secretary coordinates the recruitment, application and appointment process for City Council appointed boards and commissions.
Frisco citizens may apply to serve on one of the many boards and/or commissions. Membership on these panels is open to all Frisco residents, with one-year residency. All board and commission members serve without monetary compensation.
NEW - Frisco Area Republican Women’s 8th Annual Fundraiser Luncheon:
…and Shirley Johnson Educational Scholarship Award Featuring Guest Speaker
MARK DAVIS, Conservative talk show host WBAP, Fox 4, Channel 8, Dallas Morning News Columnist
Tuesday, August 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Stonebriar Country Club, 5050 Country Club Lane, Frisco TX 75034
To be our guest at the luncheon, please mail your check payable to FARW:
Dana Cheney
7548 Preston Road #141-139
Frisco, TX75034
Cost: $35 per individual by Aug. 18th—$40.00 after deadline
Non-corporate Sponsorship table available for $300.00 (8 guests)
Reserved seating for Sponsorship Tables only
Deadline to RSVP: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
For further information, please contact:
at 214-704-6369 or
**Please mark your calendar to attend our fall meetings held at 11:30 a.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Stonebriar Country Club.
Visit our web site at www.FARW.org for membership and meeting dates.
WE WELCOME BOTH MEN AND WOMEN TO ALL FRISCO AREA REPUBLICAN WOMEN (FARW) EVENTS
NEW – Texas Democratic Women of Collin County Upcoming Meeting:
The next TDWCC general meeting is Monday, June 28, 2010, 6:45pm. at the Preston Ridge Campus of Collin College 9700 Wade Blvd Frisco, Texas, Founders Hall, Shawnee Room F148. Our June meeting will feature a Candidate Forum to vet and vote on endorsements for the November election. All are welcome to attend, only members will be eligible to vote. The following candidates and representatives have confirmed attendance:
* Bill White for Governor Campaign, his daughter, Elena
* Jeff Weems for Railroad Commissioner Campaign, his wife Dinah
* John Lingenfelder for Congress 3rd district,
* Sajeel Khaleel for Colling County Court at Law 3,
* David Smith for County Judge,
* Rafael de la Garza for Collin County DA,
* Rick Koster for County Commissioner,
* Rey Flores for JP,
* Bonnie Lee Goldstein and Larry Praeger, 5th District Court of Appeals Place 4 and 12, respectively.
Texas Democratic Women of Collin County (TDWCC) is a dedicated group of Democratic Women, working to EDUCATE Collin County citizens, ACTIVATE voters, and ELECT Democrats to local, state, and federal offices. We meet the fourth Monday of each month at Collin College Preston Ridge Campus in Frisco
Texas Democratic Women of Collin County Website
Save the Date! Plan to attend TDWCC’s 4th annual dinner: “Let’s Turn Blue for White” Saturday, September 4th at Southfork Ranch Featuring keynote speaker Bill White Democratic Candidate for Governor of Texas.
NEW - Chandler Chosen as a Regional Director of Texas Council of Math Teachers:
Tammy Chandler, FISD Elementary Math Coordinator, has been elected as a board member to the Texas Council of Teachers of Mathematics as the Northeast Regional Director for the 2010-11 school year. There are six volunteer regional directors for the state. Chandler’s responsibilities will be carried out mostly via e-mail and conference calls and her participation in actual meetings will occur at the state conference, which she already attends as a math coordinator. “I believe Tammy will garner excellent professional development through this opportunity, and she will also make additional professional contacts with colleagues state-wide,” said Debbie Jarzombek, Director of Elementary Instruction.
UPDATED - Texas Business Women of Frisco July Meeting:
What: Texas Business Women of Frisco July Meeting
Date: Thursday, July 1, 2010
Time: 6:15pm to 9 pm
Place: Frisco Embassy Suites, 7600 John Q. Hammons at Cypress Grill Garden Room
Program: Women's Health: Staying Healthy and Energized Throughout Your Life
Speaker: Jonathan Weinstein, MD, FACOG
Today there is more conflicting information than ever on what we need to do to protect our health and live better lives. We will discuss everything from the affects of Vitamin D deficiencies to the HPV vaccine and cover the latest innovations and breakthroughs in research. I encourage everyone to come and listen to this outstanding and conversant speaker and please take advantage of the Q&A session following the presentation.
Jonathan Weinstein, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. has been in private practice for over 12 years and specializes in gynecology, obstetrics and minimally invasive surgery. He is experienced in the latest gynecologic technologies, including da Vinci robotic surgery. He is a New York 'transplant' who has fallen in love with the Southwest. He currently resides in Frisco with his best friend - wife Judy, a Labor and Delivery nurse (which is how they met!) - And his children Ashton, Zoe and Blair, who bring him great joy and laughter.
Frisco Embassy Suites is located at 7600 John Q. Hammons Drive, just west of Stonebriar Mall. We meet at the Cypress Grill on the 1st floor, and collect $25.00 at the door for guests and non-members, the standard fee for members is $22.00. Casual networking begins at 6:15 p.m. Introductions, dinner, and program begin at 7:00 p.m.
Texas Business Women (TBW) is a state wide organization of women helping women through education, support and advocacy. What makes the TBW stand out is the learning from speakers every month. If you have limited time to give to yourself, you owe it to your personal growth to maximize every hour of every meeting. At TBW meetings you will learn something new, you will meet someone in a different profession, you will have time to make a new friend, make a connection to get some need met personally or professionally, and have some fun.
Visit www.tbwfrisco.com for more information or contact
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