Magic in McKinney …
Tickets are on sale for their Second Saturday magic shows in the Magic Attic Theater. Two shows – 7 and 9 p.m. Tickets are $10, and the show is family friendly. Call 972-542-5010 or 214-274-7802 to reserve yours.
Children, teens, boys and girls from across Collin County are invited to share their musical passion with the Children’s and Youth Choruses of Collin County. Opportunities are available for singers in grades 3-4; 5-7 and 8-12 to schedule an audition for possible membership in either the Children’s or Youth Chorus of Collin County.
Russ Porter, Executive Director for the Chorus, said, “The Chorus is looking for those children and teens who want to be a part of an elite group of singers. Last year the enrollment soared to more than 100 singers. This coming year we are planning to accommodate additional singers.”
Boys and young men who are accepted into the Chorus organization are provided an additional opportunity to participate in the elite “Boys of the Chorus” ensemble.
Janie Oliver, Artistic Director and Co-Founder of the Chorus, said, “The Children’s Chorus of Collin County is a group of diverse singers who are looking for a little something extra. We can offer that through our study and performance of quality and diverse choral literature, and our commitment to vocal excellence in our singing.
She said, “Our youngest Chorus begins with the basics and our progressive choral system provides continuous education in the growth and development of our singers. Our high school Chorus performs music on a scale that is much more challenging. The Chorus provides an opportunity for our singers to grow musically, artistically, and personally.”
Auditions for these premier choruses are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. Auditions will be at 6601 Custer Road, Plano.
To schedule your audition time for one of these three choruses, email office@ChildrensChorusOfCollinCounty.org or call 972-618-4536.
The Children’s Chorus of Collin County is a non-profit organization and sponsored in part by the City of Plano, the City of McKinney through the McKinney Arts Commission, Frisco Arts, Allen Arts Alliance and the Junior League of Collin County.
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Take a break from the summer heat every Tuesday night in June with Allen’s Marvelous Summer Adventures Movie Series at the Library. Bring the family every week to enjoy a fun and action-packed superhero movie. For more information, call 214.509.4900 or visit AllenLibrary.org.
When Peace Come: Dr. Shennette Garrett-Scott will present at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, at the Allen Public Library. Her program traces the history of Juneteenth events from the late 19th century freedmen colony and settlement celebrations to the present community events.
A Memorial Fund has been established at Wells Fargo for the family of McKinney Police Officer John Libby. Donate at any bank branch.
You can donate to the memorial fund for McKinney Police Officer John Libby, who died Monday, May 26 in Frisco after injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident while he was off-duty. Visit any Wells Fargo bank branch to donate to the John Libby Memorial Fund.
McKinney Mayor Brian Loughmiller: ”This weekend we are remembering Officer John Libby who passed away this past week. John was one of our motorcycle officers. He leaves a wife and two young children. A fund has been established at Wells Fargo Bank. You can contribute at any branch by donating to the John Libby Memorial Fund. Prayfully consider helping this young family, who have lost a father and husband.”
Visitation: The family of John Libby will receive friends during a visitation from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m Friday at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, 2525 Central Expressway in Allen.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 1 at the Family Worship Center, 5780 Virginia Parkway in McKinney. The procession will go from the Family Worship Center and arrive at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow for a Police Memorial Service.
Libby and his family moved to Princeton, Texas, from New Jersey in 2007. Police said the accident happened on Custer Road and Winding Creek. He was 38. Frisco Police investigators “determined that a white 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee was westbound on South Cotton Ridge in McKinney and attempted to turn southbound onto Custer Road in Frisco. The black 2006 Yamaha XVS1100 motorcycle driven by Libby was traveling northbound on Custer Road and struck the side of the Jeep.” Frisco Fire Department personnel transported the motorcyclist to Baylor Medical Center in McKinney, where he was pronounced dead.
Police statement: ”John has honorably served the citizens of McKinney for nearly six faithful years. John’s commitment to his family, community and fellow officers will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Libby family during this difficult time.”
A Benefit for fallen Officer John Libby’s family will be Sicily’s Pizza and Pasta, 1502 West University Drive (Hwy. 380) in McKinney from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, June 17. … One hundred percent of the proceeds that day will be donated to the family. Dine-in only. Donations accepted over the phone on June 17 • 972-542-9365
Catching a fish is fun for kids, but many families have questions about how to get started. That’s why some state parks are offering free fishing classes. They’ll teach you the basics through fun, hands-on activities. Texas Parks and Wildlife has this report on a program called “Go Fish” as the June Outdoor Activity of the Month.
To find places to fish and events near you, visit texasstateparks.org/fishing
McKinney Boyd Celebrates the Accomplishment of STAAR/TAKS Testing; May 2013
A look around Plano’s Hoblitzelle Park, home to trails for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Discover the trails through the woods and look for wildlife sharing living in the park and along the creek.
This week’s adoptable pets at the Allen Animal Shelter in Allen.
Stop by the shelter in your city to adopt a pet this week.
The grounds around the Heritage Farmstead Museum have undergone quite a few changes in Plano.
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