Plano Television Network Airs 36th Plano Children’s Christmas Parade
Nov 30, 2008 Press Releases
For Immediate Release Nov. 19, 2008
Contact:Kurt Ugland
Plano Television Network
Executive Producer
Phone: (972) 941-7316
Plano Television Network Airs 36th Plano Children’s Christmas Parade
If you miss the 36th Plano Children’s Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, never fear
the Plano Television Network (PTN) will be filming the entire parade. Watch the
broadcast of the parade from Wednesday, Dec. 10 through Friday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. and
8 p.m. each day on Time Warner Channel 16 or Verizon/Fios Channel 30.
The Plano Early Lions Club is the host of the 36th Plano Children’s Christmas Parade
featuring the “Sights and Sounds of Christmas.” The parade begins Saturday, Dec. 6 at 9
a.m. For additional parade information, go to www.planotxchristmasparade.com.
PTN will also have the parade available for online, on-demand viewing at
www.planotv.org.
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30th Annual Christmas Crafts Fair rings in another year at Plano Centre
Nov 18, 2008 Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 14, 2008
CONTACT:
Karen Williams
Special Event Coordinator
Plano Parks & Recreation
972-941-7250; karenw@plano.gov
30th Annual Christmas Crafts Fair rings in another year at Plano Centre
The areas first cold snap has hit reminding us that the holidays are just
around the corner. If you need help locating your holiday spirit, visit the Plano Parks
and Recreation Department’s annual Christmas Crafts Fair on Saturday and
Sunday, November 22 and 23 at Plano Centre, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway
(SW corner of Jupiter Road at Spring Creek Parkway).
The Christmas Crafts Fair caters to shoppers who want to adorn their homes
with unique and original decorations for the holiday. The Crafts Fair showcases items
made of fabric, wood, ceramic, and glass – including Santas, angels, tree skirts,
ornaments and wreaths. Some exhibitors will have jewelry and clothing for adults and
children, along with candles and soaps too. There will also be a wonderful selection
of salsas, jams, nuts and dips great as gifts or for holiday parties.
One of the many popular booths at the Christmas Crafts Fair is Hip Hip For
Gray. Collin County seniors stock the Hip Hip For Gray booth with a variety of
merchandise including hand-crafted quilts and baby items, hand-painted items, tree
skirts, ornaments, and floral arrangements.
The crafts fair is open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon
to 5 p.m. Admission to the Plano Christmas Crafts Fair is free.
If you are a crafter of handmade holiday items and are interested in
participating in the 2009 show, please call to add your name to the mailing list. For
more information on this and other Parks and Recreation events, please contact the
City of Plano Parks and Recreation Administrative Office at 972-941-7250.
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Starting to Track Your Ancestors?
Nov 4, 2008 Press Releases
For Immediate Release Nov. 4, 2008
Contact:
Tammy Korns
Library Development Coordinator
Plano Public Library System
Phone: (972) 769-4211
Starting to Track Your Ancestors?
The Genealogy, Local History, Texana, and Archives division of the Plano Public
Library System will hold a beginner level class on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 2 to 3:30
p.m. in the Jeanette Bickley Bland meeting room at Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Road.
The “Where do I begin…” class is geared towards those just beginning to search for their ancestors. The focus will be on learning where to go, what to look for and how to look
through different databases.
Registration is required; please call (972) 769-4240. For further information, visit
www.planolibrary.org.
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Veterans Day Salute planned at PLANO SENIOR RECREATION CENTER
Nov 4, 2008 Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 30, 2008
CONTACT:
Lawrence Pero Recreation Coordinator Plano Senior Recreation Center
972-941-7155; lawrencep@plano.gov
Veterans Day Salute planned at PLANO SENIOR RECREATION CENTER
The Plano Senior Recreation Center will present a “Veterans Day Salute” on Thursday, November 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone in the 50+ year old community is invited.
The program will feature a color guard presentation by the Plano West Senior High School J. R.O.T.C, who will also render essay readings honoring the nation’s veterans. Other participants in the Veterans Day Salute are: Miss Senior Plano 2008, the Senior Recreation Center Tap Dancers, and The Andrews Sisters. Plus, entertainer and singing impressionist Randy Burch will perform the Voices of Vegas at noon.
Lunch will be served to program registrants. Limited van transportation will be available for eligible seniors. Reservations for van service must be made one week in advance.
The Plano Senior Recreation Center’s Veterans Day Salute is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Seniors may register in person, online at www.planoparks.org, or by telephone at 972-941-7155.
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