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Go Ahead, Make His Day

Community 8 Celina ISD News 10 12

City of Celina June Development Report From the Desk of Mayor Sean Terry

Homefront 14 The Buyer, Builder and Realtor Relationship 16

Tips for that Neglected Side Yard

In Good Taste 18 A Simply Sensational Summer Meal Fashion & Beauty 20 How to Wear Our Favorite Summer Dresses Travel 22 SEASIDE: A Simple, Beautiful Life

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Go Ahead, Make His Day Dad-approved gifts for Father’s Day

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Gear to Go Fishing Even the most avid fishermen can typically use more gear. From replenishing the tackle box with fresh supplies to a new rod he can use to reel in a real catch, gift dad with items that let him hang out a “gone fishing” sign and enjoy some time on the water. If he’s an extra-avid sportsman, be sure to also check out the wide variety of tech-enabled locators that give him a little nudge to boost his chances for a successful day.

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A knife is only as good as the sharpness of its blade. This Father’s Day, get dad a helpful tool to keep his knives wicked sharp. Made from highquality materials, the Wicked Edge GO knife sharpener is easy to use for both new and veteran knife sharpeners and can accommodate a wide variety of knives. With guided angle control, dad can get professional-level results every time. Learn more at wickededgeusa.com.

If tinkering in the garage is dad’s favorite pastime, give him an excuse to spend even more time with a project that proves he’s passing the hours productively. A collection of car detailing supplies lets him buff and shine his ride to perfection. Be sure to include products that let him spruce things up inside and out, and throw in an extra touch like a personalized travel mug that will keep on giving well after Father’s Day has passed.

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To All Bobcats and Their Families, I’d like to thank everyone for working together to take care of our kids this year, and particularly these past few months, supporting the future of our great community. It is an understatement to say that this has likely been one of the most unique times in our lives, and I can only hope that many years from now, when historians recount our response in 2020, each of us can look back proudly at how we successfully supported one another to turn a disruption into a display of unity.

Please know that Celina ISD will continue to plan for a full opening of school next fall, with teachers welcoming students back into their classrooms, our kids playing together at recess, clubs and activities in full swing, and of course, Friday Night Lights. However, please know that we will also prudently plan for additional supports and options should the health of our community or state require an alternative to the traditional school setting. If we have learned anything this spring, surely we all recognize that our flexibility and resourcefulness has reminded us what matters most: the safety and health of our families and friends. Greatest of all, I hope we have all learned that our love and support for one another will help us manage whatever is ahead of us this fall.

Have a great summer and Go Bobcats!

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From the Desk of Mayor Sean Terry In almost every corner of North Texas, the City of Celina is seen as the next place where significant leaps in growth and development will occur. And rightly so. Builders, planners, and developers cite Celina as a true ‘hot spot.’ And, while that is certainly exciting, I also want to be absolutely certain that our residents see us as a City that genuinely listens to them.

We’ve just launched the 2020 Community Survey, asking residents to give us their impressions of Celina. After all, there is no one in a better position to tell us what we’re doing well, and where we might have room to improve. More than that, though, the responses to the survey give us the guidance we need to steer the City in the right direction.

In 2018, we started a biannual process, on even numbered years, to ask for your opinions.

These surveys help with the development of our City’s various plans like the Downtown Master Plan, the Strategic Plan, the Trails Master Plan, and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. We can only be confident that these plans reflect your preferences if you participate in the surveys. Good, solid plans are only as good as the effectiveness of the Community Survey. I encourage you to visit www.Celina-TX.gov between now and June 25 and take the survey. Your participation will ensure that our plans will include your thoughtful input. We sincerely thank you for your participation.

What’s wet, lots of fun, and ends with a bang? The City’s annual Splash and Blast. The free event is set for Old Celina Park on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Water slides, children’s activities, the Gator Country show, live music with Dr. Bob and the Fortunate Sons, food booths, and games all set the mood for the spectacular fireworks display that evening.

Check the City’s Facebook page for updates on this event. Contact Megan McGraw at mmcgraw@celina-tx.gov for sponsorship or vendor opportunities. Social distancing, handsanitizing stations, cleaning of equipment will be meticulously observed. Please feel free to bring your own face coverings. I hope you’re planning to help us celebrate an early Independence Day. The Celina Main Street Program has planned a few opportunities to head downtown and support local businesses. On June 13 at 8:30pm there will be a free showing of the movie Miracle (PG) on the lawn. Grab some dinner at a downtown restaurant and bring your lawn chair for dinner and a movie! Also, enjoy live music throughout downtown at various businesses on June 20 for Make Music Day. Line-up coming soon!

The City has established a Small Business Assistance (SBA) program to complement the Collin County CARES Act, which can provide some financial assistance to affected businesses. The City’s SBA program can provide up to $25,000 to affected businesses that qualify. There are specific eligibility criteria that must be met by applying businesses. Visit www.Celina-TX.gov/SBA for more information. The program’s application deadline is June 14. To review the Collin County CARES Act program, visit https://www.collincountytx.gov/ cares/Pages/default.aspx.

Thanks to everyone who came out for the Celina Public Library Grand Opening and Ribboncutting on June 5. The excitement surrounding the remodeling’s unveiling was evident in the faces of the attendees, especially the children. New shelving, a flying books display, expanded seating, new furniture, and an additional 1,000 books were all highly anticipated, and they did not disappoint. Crafts for kids, a balloon artist, tours and demonstrations were all part of the evening. We are all very proud of our library and the services it provides. If you don’t have a library card, visit with the library staff and get one.

New to Celina? Get familiar with Citibot. Text Hello to 972-458-3920 and get connected to City Hall. Use Citibot to report a pothole, missed trash pick-up, or send a message City staff.

Remember to stay safe, stay healthy, and we’ll see you soon!

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The Buyer, Builder and Realtor Relationship

By Stacy Cate

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he idea of buying a new construction home can be so exciting! Who doesn’t go into those extraordinary model homes and dream of having a home finished out exactly as they have it expertly laid out?

Most builders’ model homes are like a wonderland of what is possible.

The builder has set the stage to draw you into that feeling that you could just bring your toothbrush and a few clothes and move right in. Haven’t we all been guilty of walking slowly through the model home taking in all the thoughtful details, everything down to the perfectly placed accent pillow. This wonderland is a nice place to be and for the right price, the builder might sell that model to you as is. But, for the vast majority of us, the steps necessary to get from the model ‘dream home’ to the reality of what our budget will allow involve an extensive list of details and decisions to be made.

There is no denying that in the North Dallas area the new home construction business is booming. Recent market reports show that in the fourth quarter of 2019 builders in DFW had 8,888 new home starts, or an increase of 20.7 percent over the fourth quarter of the prior year.

The data also indicates that for the year of 2019, there were 35,228 new

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homes which were sold in DFW, an increase of 4.8 percent over 2018.

This information illustrates that the growth of the new home construction market in DFW is currently considered balanced, with about a 2.5 to 3-month supply of inventory.

Buying a home is one of the largest financial transactions of one’s life and it can be intimidating for anyone. It’s important for buyers to educate themselves to protect their equity. Buying a new construction home is an entirely different dynamic than buying a pre - existing home. You will be buying directly from a builder who has built the home with the sole purpose of selling it at a profit. This builder needs to move the new home so he can move on to his next project. In order to understand the best strategies for buying new construction you need to be able to put yourself in the shoes of the builder. While the builders Sales Professional is a wonderful resource and able to provide a great deal of information about the neighborhood, the home features and the building process it is important to understand that it is not their job to protect the interest of the buyer in the transaction.

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Life & Luxury Magazine Growing Celina

Send your landscaping and gardening questions to Jimmie Gibson Jr. at http://www.absolutelybushedlandscaping.com or jimmie@absolutelybushed.com Jimmie is a Prosper resident and the owner of Absolutely Bushed Landscaping Company, an award winning, family and veteran owned and operated business created in 1980 to provide the highest quality custom Outdoor Renovation available to homeowners in the Dallas Ft. Worth area.

Long and narrow side yards present a design challenge. Are you struggling with this challenge? Do you need some landscaping ideas to help you out? If so, begin by asking yourself a couple of questions: How often do you use the area as an important route for getting from point A to point B on your property?

Is the area wide enough to contain a planting bed as well as a walkway or pathway?

Deciding on a Walkway or Pathway for Your Side Yard Do you often find yourself cutting through the side yard in question on a practical mission? For example, if you had to push a garden cart filled with mulch from the backyard to the front yard, would you tend to cut through this particular area? If so, it behooves you to build a no-nonsense walkway through the area with a surface you won’t be tripping on.

A flagstone walkway, for instance, will provide a nice, even surface. Other materials that yield a smooth and stable surface include: Paving Bricks Concrete Pavers Decomposed Granite Patterned Stamped Concrete Travertine stone A wide, attractive walkway running up and down a narrow side yard can also serve a function similar to that of a patio or sitting area.

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But if, by contrast, you do not cut through the area very often, you have some less formal options at your disposal. For example, you could lay down garden stepping stones to create an informal path that winds its way through the side yard. Curved pathways are more attractive than straight ones and are a good choice where aesthetic concerns are paramount. A straight path will reinforce aesthetically how tunnel-like the side yard is, which is precisely what you wish to avoid. Plant a ground cover such as creeping thyme between the stepping stones to add visual interest.

Alternatively, you may choose not to have a well-defined path at all. You can suppress weeds in the area by laying down weed fabric, covered by mulch.

Important note: Ring the Call Before You Dig phone number (for Texas call 811 on your cell phone or 1-800-344-8377 from any landline phone) before plunging that shovel into the ground! They’ll make sure you’re not going to be severing any cables, etc.

Planting in Your Side Yard If you have sufficient room in your side yard, you will most likely wish to install plants there, to add visual interest to the space. Using container gardens or raised beds eliminates having to dig into the soil, but let’s assume that you will be installing your plants in the ground.

The first thing to do is to determine whether the side yard is mainly sunny or mainly shady. Then, when you’re researching your possible plant choices, be careful to note whether they are sun-loving plants or shade-tolerant

plants. The preferences of the plant, rather than your own preferences, must take precedence over what you think looks good there!

If you’re planning on covering the ground with a weed fabric and mulch, a low-maintenance planting option is to “pocket plant” with shrubs.

For each shrub, make an incision in the weed fabric just big enough to insert your root ball.

Features to Consider for Side Yards Consider building a small water fountain for your side yard. The look and sound of water has a unique ability to enliven a space. A long, narrow side yard can have an oppressive feel to it. You can break up the expanse with an object upon which the eye can rest, for relief.

One possible object to use for this purpose is a garden arbor. While such a structure can serve an aesthetic purpose even in a large side yard, an arbor will be especially helpful in improving the design in a small side while adding comfort as well. Enhance the arbor’s beauty by training vines upon it. Again, consider your light conditions before choosing your vines.

Side-Yard Choices: A Summary Essentially, you have 3 design choices for relatively narrow side yards: You can opt for a walkway or pathway, without planting beds (except perhaps for annual plants or small perennial flowers), if the space is really tight.

If there’s sufficient room, you can have both, with the path or walkway bordered by plants on each side of it.

Or you needn’t have a well-defined path or walkway at all.

In case #3, just make sure that if you grow plants in the space, you leave yourself enough room to walk freely amongst them not just for functional purposes but for maintenance reasons also.

Question: Jimmie, first let me thank you for your generous time you gave me and my husband at Kroger last week! We took your advice and it worked! Now my next problem, I have a spot that is right outside our living area window near the front entry that is not too large, but everyone sees it coming into our home or leaving our home. Not so long ago you wrote an article about focal points in small gardens. So that got me really interested in this spot. Can you please look at the picture I sent you and give me a couple of WOW options in your professional opinion? Thank you so much!

– Bailey and Tom K. Answer: Hello again Bailey! Thank you for the kind words and yes, I did receive your photo.

You are right, that spot needs a WOW plant!!

However, I could not quite tell the sun exposure as it appeared to be a cloudy day SOOO....

For full sun consider a Pom Pom Juniper, a Tanyosho Pine or a Dwarf Loquat. For shade or filtered light consider a Weeping Crimson Queen Japanese Maple, a Variegated Ginger, Aralia, a Gold Dust Acuba or a Purple Diamond Loropetalum.

-Jimmie

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A Simply Sensational Summer Meal

Whipping up a fresh cooked meal is one of the true joys of summer, especially when grilled grub is paired with tantalizing sides and tempting desserts. Spice things up with Mexican Beef Sliders with Jalapeno Salsa and Avocado Cream coupled with a side like Roasted Potatoes then cap off a filling meal with these sweet and decadent Strawberry Cream Cheese Tartlets. If you’re looking for ways to mix meat and veggies all at once, these ideas for kebabs are a surefire way to please a variety of palates.

COOK UP KEBABS As one of the most versatile main courses that can be grilled, kebabs offer nearly endless opportunities for customization. From protein to veggies, soaked wooden skewers can be loaded with just about any favorite flavors before hitting the grates. Consider these options for kicking your kebabs up a notch: Steak, cut into chunks Chicken, cut into chunks Bratwurst or sausage, cut into slices Ground beef, shaped into balls Lamb Shrimp Salmon, cut into chunks Bacon, cut into small pieces Sliced onions Sliced bell peppers Sliced jalapenos Sliced mushrooms Sliced cucumbers Cherry tomatoes SUMMER SLIDERS WITH A SPICY KICK Summer calls for firing up the grill for a fresh-cooked meal, and sliders are an ideal way to enjoy a downsized version of a warm weather favorite. These Mexican Beef Sliders with Jalapeno Salsa and Avocado Cream are perfect for summer with their spicy kick of salsa and bright, cooling cream. Made with grass-fed beef from New Zealand, where the animals are allowed to roam and graze freely over lush green hills and pastures year-round, the mini burgers boast a lean, finely textured meat that tastes just as nature intended. Find more tasty summer recipes at beefandlambnz.com.

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MEXICAN BEEF SLIDERS WITH JALAPENO SALSA AND AVOCADO CREAM Patties: 1 1/3 pounds lean New Zealand grass-fed ground beef 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 medium onion, grated or finely chopped 1 egg, lightly beaten 3/4 cup red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons tomato paste 3 teaspoons dried oregano, chopped 2 teaspoons mild smoked paprika 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Salt and pepper, to taste olive oil

1/2 cup melted butter 1 cup Well•Pict Strawberries, rinsed, for garnish 1 cup Well•Pict Raspberries, rinsed, for garnish

Jalapeno Salsa: 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced into long ribbons 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1 red onion, finely sliced 1/2 cup pickled jalapenos, finely chopped Salt and pepper, to taste olive oil lime juice Avocado Cream: 1 avocado, mashed 1/2 cup sour cream 1lime, juice and zest only Salt and pepper, to taste 8-12 slider buns, halved 2-3 cobs sweet corn, cooked and sliced into shards 8-12 small bamboo skewers To make patties: In bowl, combine beef, garlic, onion, egg, kidney beans, tomato paste, oregano, paprika, cumin, coriander, Parmesan cheese, salt, to taste, and pepper, to taste. Shape into 8-12 small patties.

Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes.

Heat grill or frying pan to medium heat.

Brush patties with oil on both sides. Cook 2-3 minutes on each side, turning once to brown both sides evenly, until cooked through.

To make Jalapeno Salsa: In bowl, combine cucumber, cilantro, onion and jalapenos; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.

To make Avocado Cream: In bowl, combine avocado, sour cream, lime juice and lime zest; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Spread Avocado Cream on bottom buns and place patties on top. Top patties with Jalapeno Salsa, corn and top buns. Press down gently and poke in skewers to secure sliders.

A SWEET SUMMER TREAT Sweet flavors and warm weather go hand-in-hand, and many summer occasions and get-togethers call for dessert. Take advantage of warm weather favorites like strawberries and raspberries with these Strawberry Cream Cheese Tartlets. Made using the best berries nature can provide, these bite-size tartlets feature a graham cracker crust base and an indulgent cream cheese filling flavored with sliced strawberries, honey and lemon topped with Well•Pict’s sweet, juicy strawberries and raspberries, which come fresh in clamshell packaging made from 70% recycled water bottles. Find more sweet recipes that can bring a smile to your loved ones’ faces at wellpict.com/recipe.

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE TARTLETS 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons lemon zest 2 tablespoons gelatin 4 cups Well•Pict Strawberries, sliced, divided 1/3 cup honey 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup ice cubes 2 cups graham cracker crumbs

In blender, mix water, lemon juice, lemon zest and gelatin until frothy.

Add 2 cups strawberries and honey; blend until smooth. Pour into bowl and chill mix 15 minutes.

In blender, mix cream cheese, sour cream and ice cubes while incorporating strawberry mixture. Mix in remaining strawberries.

In blender or food processor, mix graham crackers and melted butter to crumb consistency. Lightly grease two medium muffin pans and pack graham cracker mixture at bottom of each opening. Pour strawberry mixture over graham cracker mixture and chill until set. Gently pull tartlets from muffin tins and place on serving tray. Garnish with strawberries and raspberries.

ROASTED AND READY TO SERVE Summer meals centered around grilled fare call for a complementary pairing that completes the classic profile of warm weather food. Using a versatile vegetable like potatoes allows you to think up different methods of cooking for a new flavor each time. While you’re focused on the main dish being grilled, these Roasted Potatoes can bake away indoors for a simple side that requires little attention. Find more health resources at usda.gov.

ROASTED POTATOES 1 pound potatoes, chopped into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup onion, chopped into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped into 1-inch cubes 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon paprika Preheat oven to 350 F. In medium bowl, mix potatoes, onions, green peppers and garlic.

Add vegetable oil, salt, pepper, parsley and paprika. Mix well.

Cover bowl and refrigerate 15 minutes.

Spread potato mixture evenly on cookie sheet. Bake about 35 minutes.

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Fashion Life & Luxury Magazine

How to Wear Our Favorite Summer Dresses Along with popsicles, swimming pools and spending more time outdoors, one of the best things about Summer has to be the dresses.

After all, what’s easier than one pretty piece, to throw on and go at a moment’s notice? And nothing will keep you cooler in a heatwave (or looking great on a sultry night) than a dress. Read on for our favorite dress styles and ways to wear them.

THE FLIRTY FIT & FLARE With its fitted bodice and flared skirt, the fit and flare style looks good on lots of figure types and has versatility for days. When a fit and flare is as feminine as this pale rose one, we love it styled with ladylike accessories like strappy neutral sandals and an elegant clutch. Pretty in pink, that’s you.

THE CITY-CHIC MIDI For running around town, we’re all about this summer’s most approachable and universally flattering dress—the midi dress. Wear it on weekends while you’re perusing your favorite farmer’s market or antique fair. And—surprise, surprise—they even translate to work! Pair them with an oversized tote (for all of your essentials), a blazer and a pair of low heels to take you the extra mile.

THE NOT-SO-SIMPLE SHIFT If vacation is right around the corner, look no further! These graphic, retro-inspired prints in cool jersey knits are the only way to beat the heat.

We can see these at the beach, a lake or somewhere hot, hot, hot. Don’t forget your sun hat and fabulous fringe bag!

THE WRAP STAR Flirty and flattering, a wrap dress (or two!) is a definite must in any dress collection. We love this especially summer-y version, with its bold, colorful print and pretty sleeves. The trick to keeping this look elegant is sleek accessories like a streamlined bag and pop-of-color flats.

There you have it—a pretty summer dress for every occasion. Be sure to ask your Stylist for some fantastically fun and flirty dresses in your next Fix, and be totally set for summer.

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SEASIDE: A Simple, Beautiful Life

By Heather Reynolds

2020 hasn’t exactly been what we expected, and our summer vacations may have to look a bit different this year. Even though it SEEMS like we’ve been on summer break for 3 months already, the reality is that Summer has just begun. As states begin to open back up and travel restrictions are lifted, many of us are gearing up for a fun family vacation…and with the continued uncertainty, most are looking for somewhere closer to home or within a decent driving distance. This month, we’re going to take you on a tour of Seaside, a quaint beachfront community nestled between Panama City Beach and Destin along Highway 30A…and only a short 11hour drive from the DFW area.

In Seaside, you can literally walk or bike anywhere…there’s no need for a car. The narrow cobblestone streets are lined with charming beach cottages, white picket fences and quaint shops and storefronts. In the center of town there is a field that hosts a weekly farmer’s market, outdoor concerts and movies under the stars. Around the Town Square you’ll find amazing restaurants, quaint cafes, gourmet food trucks, adorable clothing boutiques, delicious ice cream shops and the most delightful book and record store. It’s the idyllic vacation life.

Seaside is not like other commercialized beach towns. There are no skyscraper hotels or giant condominiums…you literally feel like you are living at the beach. The food choices are unique as well. Our favorite place to eat was Great Southern Café – it’s a must if you are anywhere near the area! Known for their “new-fashioned” southern cuisine, their menu is full of fresh produce from nearby farms and fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. We also loved “Airstream Row”…a grouping of food trucks at the center of Seaside. Favorites include The Meltdown on 30A, featuring traditional and specialty grill cheese sandwiches; Frost Bites, serving shaved ice, homemade frozen custard and fresh squeezed lemonade and Wild Bill’s Beach Dogs, the best hot dogs on the beach!

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Seaside Florida is truly the perfect beach setting for families. The sand is white as snow and soft as baby powder. The water is a crystal-clear turquoise blue and the waves are normally gentle and easy. You can’t miss Seaside’s main beach access under a tall gray structure…The Seaside Florida Tower. The iconic tower is a cross between a pyramid and a lighthouse. And once you’re there, cabanas line the beach for fun in the sun. There are nine pavilions that anchor the nine streets and provide access to the powdery white sand and inviting waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you’re walking along the shoreline, building a sandcastle or examining a seashell, Seaside is the perfect beach vacation!

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