Texas SmartScape – Save Money and Water, Naturally
March 12, 2009 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
For Immediate Release March 6, 2009
Contact:
Melinda Haggerty
Sustainability Communications Coordinator
Sustainability & Environmental Services
Phone: (972) 769-4391 Cell: (214) 649-1895
Texas SmartScape – Save Money and Water, Naturally
Your landscaping can save you money and conserve water when you practice Texas SmartScape techniques. Local landscaping expert, Bonnie Reese, will present two free seminars on planning a water-wise landscape on Saturday, March 14 at the Plano Municipal Center, Council Chamber, 1520 K Ave., Plano.
While admission is free and no pre-registration is required, seating is limited. The first 150 participants receive a free copy of Common Sense Landscaping (one per household). Everyone attending the event will be eligible to win a personal landscaping consultation
worth $175.
Landscape Design, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., teaches the basics of good landscape design.
Fantastic Plants for North Texas, 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., is a compelling slideshow replete with the rich colors of Texas friendly plants and flowers. If you’re sensitive to Texas heat and prefer an indoors perspective of the great outdoors, then this “armchair tour” of drought-tolerant native and adapted plants is the perfect solution. Reese’s common-sense approach to gardening is consistent with Texas SmartScape practices. If saving time, money, effort and water are important, then be smart, and plant a Texas-friendly landscape.
For more information about Texas SmartScape programs and other educational opportunities, visit www.livegreeninplano.com.
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Home Energy Workshop Provides Tools to Save Energy
February 20, 2009 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
For Immediate Release February 7, 2009
Contact:
Melinda Haggerty
Sustainability Communications Coordinator
Sustainability & Environmental Services
Phone: (972)769-4391 Cell: (214)649-1895
Home Energy Workshop Provides Tools to Save Energy
High energy bills have you in the dark? The City of Plano and Elliott’s Hardware come
together for a free Do-It-Yourself Energy Efficiency Workshop which will shed new light
on simple steps to save energy, save money and save the environment.
This series of how-to seminars will give in-depth information about making basic energy efficiency adjustments to a home. Residents attending the seminar will receive a free tool kit of materials to help implement a few changes in their homes.
Choose from four dates:
Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 7 from 9-10 a.m.
Saturday, Mar. 14 from 9-10 a.m.
Elliott’s Hardware in Plano is located at 2049 Coit Road on the NW corner of Coit and Park Blvd.
Only Plano residents who participate in the seminar will receive a tool kit. Residents from other cities may RSVP to attend a seminar, but tool kits will not be available to them. Plano residency will be verified with a current Driver’s License and utility bill with matching address.
RSVP is required and spaces are limited. To register for a class contact Melissa Baird at (972) 769-4132. For more information visit www.livegreeninplano.com.
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Nickel Neutering for Cats is Back
February 6, 2009 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
For Immediate Release
Feb. 4, 2009
Contact:
Debbie New
Animal Services
Phone: (972) 769-4360
Nickel Neutering for Cats is Back
The City of Plano Animal Services Department will neuter male cats for 5 cents each
on Tuesday, Feb. 24 as part of Spay Day USA 2009. Appointments must be made in
advance for this one-day event held at the Plano Animal Shelter, 4028 Plano Parkway.
To qualify cats must have written proof of current rabies vaccinations and must be in
a pet carrier, labeled with the owner’s name. If the cat is not current on his rabies vaccination, a vaccination can be given for $10.
Plano residents are required by law to register cats with Animal Services for $7.50 each and it can be done at the same time. Microchipping will also be available for an additional $15 fee per cat. This year the FVRCP vaccination will also be administered for $5 each.
Space is limited, so make an appointment today by calling (972) 769-4374.
Spay Day USA originated through the Doris Day Animal Foundation and is now an annual campaign by The Humane Society of the United States.
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Animals Rock! With Lucas Miller
January 25, 2009 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
For Immediate Release Jan. 23, 2009
Contact:
Tammy Korns
Plano Public Library System
Library Development Coordinator
(972) 769-4211
Animals Rock! With Lucas Miller
Join Lucas Miller, the “singing zoologist,” for a musical romp
through the animal kingdom. The library will hold two programs on Saturday, Feb. 7.
Lucas will perform at Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Parkway at 10:30 a.m., then at Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Road at 2 p.m.
Lucas teaches about wetlands, monarch butterflies, turtles and more with award-winning songs and hilarious puppetry. This program is appropriate for children ages 4 to11 and registration is not required.
Information on this program and others is available by calling (972) 769.4250 or by visiting www.planolibrary.org.
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Plano Court Clerk’s Office Closes February 2 – 3
January 8, 2009 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 5, 2009
CONTACT:
Vicki Smith, Administrator
Municipal Court
972-941-2176
vickis@plano.gov
Plano Court Clerk’s Office Closes February 2 – 3
The City of Plano Municipal Court Clerk’s Office will be closed at both locations on Monday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 3, 2009 for annual certification training. For the last six years, the Clerk’s Office has closed in order for court employees to attend certification training in the Dallas area – which reduces traveling expenses.
Normal operation will resume on Wednesday, February 4.
The Plano Municipal Court Clerk office’s regular hours at the Raymond Robinson Justice Center (900 E. 15th Street) are: Monday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; and Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Plano Municipal Court Clerk office’s regular hours at the Joint Use Facility location (7501 Independence Parkway) are: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; and 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
For more information contact the Plano Municipal Court Clerk office at 972-941-2176.
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Video Gaming Offered at All Five Plano Libraries in December
December 21, 2008 by admin
Filed under Press Releases
For Immediate Release Dec. 10, 2008
Contact:
Tammy Korns
Library Development Coordinator
Plano Public Library System
Phone: (972) 769-4211
Video Gaming Offered at All Five Plano Libraries in December
All five Plano libraries will feature video game days especially for grandparents
and grandchildren in December. Seniors can learn cool new Wii and Playstation video
games from their grandchildren or one of our teen volunteers. Teens and children can
bring their grandparents to the library and show off their skills.
Drop-in sessions are scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 29 at Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Road and Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Parkway; on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street and Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Parkway; and Wednesday, Dec. 31 at Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road.
Funded by a grant from the National Forum for Black Public Administrators/North Texas, Grand-Gaming offers a chance for families to connect and play at the library!
For more information on this and other programs presented by the Plano Public Library System, please visit www.planolibrary.org or call (972) 769-4250.
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Plano Television Network Airs 36th Plano Children’s Christmas Parade
November 30, 2008 by admin
Filed under 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
November 18, 2008 by admin
Filed under 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?
November 4, 2008 by admin
Filed under 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
November 4, 2008 by admin
Filed under 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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