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First music event for Cedarbrook Media deemed success Joyce Godwin Joyce@CedarbrookMedia.com
More than 500 people made their way to Frontier Park Saturday evening for the sounds of the Vegas Stars band. There were hot dogs and other refreshments as well as food vendors providing street tacos and ice drinks. Children played on the splash park next to the music area while plenty of youngsters, and later adults, found it fun to dance to the toe-tapping music from the Vegas Stars band. The performers had plenty of choreographed moves to go with great music to dazzle the audience who had gathered to be entertained. Tony Baloney (stage name for lead guitarist) said the band, who came from Dallas, but who used to live in New Jersey, enjoyed the people in Prosper. “They were fantastic and accepting of our New Jersey shenanigans,” he said. Among the thirty vendors was Kathleen Johnson at the Remax site. “The music is cool,” she said. “Traffic has been good. We are seeing lots of people. This is a great way to get the community and our local businesses together. Remax is proud to be a sponsor of the music event.” The event continued through the evening to accompany the sun set and the cooling off of the day. Amy Jukes, Events Coordinator for Cedarbrook Media, said Music in the Park was awesome from her point of view. She said she feels good about the way the event turned out, especially since it was the first event of its type for Cedarbrook. See MUSIC IN THE PARK, page 3
Richo Fruitazellie (stage name) said the band was bringing a little bit of Vegas show to Prosper along with New Jersey attitudes.
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Baker Principal to Move to Red Oak ISD Joyce Godwin Joyce@CedarbrookMedia.com Baker Elementary School parents received a letter recently from their beloved principal Garry Gorman stating he would be make a big change. “I wish I could have shared this with all of you in person, but sometimes things fall into place when you least expect it,” he wrote. “I have been given a great opportunity for growth and with a heavy heart will be taking on a new
adventure as the Executive Director of Elementary Learning in Red Oak ISD.” Readers may remember that another beloved then Prosper educator, Dr. Mike Goddard, left Prosper for a great opportunity in which he is now Superintendent at Red Oak ISD. Goddard said, “Garry and I have known each other for 15 years. I recruited him to Prosper. He's a phenomenal educator and person of integrity. He will oversee all the Elementary Curriculum
and Instruction in Red Oak and will partner with principals to be amazing. Garry builds leaders. He did that in Prosper and now he has an opportunity to do that at an even deeper level in Red Oak. He has left Baker Elementary in a great place and they will continue moving forward I am sure. Red Oak ISD is thrilled he will be an influence on our students and staff.” In his letter, Gorman also stated “Baker will always hold a special place in my heart. The Baker staff will continue to support and care for
each and every family, and I have full confidence that Prosper will select the right person to lead the charge at Baker Elementary. When a final decision has been made, a formal announcement will be sent to the Baker Community. Until that time, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Kristen Patterson, Baker Assistant Principal, if you need anything. I consider you part of my family and ‘Thank You’ for an amazing five years at Baker Elementary.”
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Council Member Jeff Hodges and Prosper Police Office Paul Boothe meet outside the police dispatch office for a ride along on Officer Boothe’s duty shift.
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Bethlehem Place holds fundraiser Joyce Godwin Joyce@CedarbrookMedia.com
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This 1955 Purple Chevy won “Best in Show” during the Saturday morning car show at Frontier Park supporting Bethlehem Place.
Fifties and sixties music drifted across the pavilion at Frontier Park Saturday morning to provide background music for the Hot Dogs and Hot Rods event supporting Bethlehem Place. “Oh, Johnny get angry, Johnny get mad; Give me the biggest lecture I ever had; I want a brave man, I want a cave man; Johnny, show me that you care, really care for me” were just some of the lyrics that came from memory lane as attendees and car owners alike strolled between the cars on display. There were classic Corvettes of several years and colors. Classic Impala’s in cherry condition, an old Mercury, an old Studebaker, and
even a white Tesla. All of them were brought by their owners to compete in the car show. Some of the cars were restored and some were in their original state but all were shined and colorful with sparkling clean engines. Prosper resident Byron Irby said he was there for the first time, and he’s already looking forward to going to the next one. Irby, a selfconfessed car enthusiast said he drives a classic green Corvette that he hopes to enter in the next car show. Betsy Winters, in her first year as Executive Director of Bethlehem Place, said the event came together because of the multitude of volunteers who wanted to support her and the event. They were board members of Bethlehem Place and
The newest town council member, Jeff Hodges, met with Prosper Police Officer Paul Boothe Thursday outside the police dispatch office for a ride along on Officer Boothe’s duty shift. Hodges said he would be spending four hours in the police car. When Hodges was campaigning for his place on the Council, he said he wants to learn about the needs of the police department and try to help. After his experience with Boothe, Hodges said he learned a lot about what goes on behind the scenes and what officers go through in dealing with the public. “It was really interesting,” Hodges said. “They don’t have an easy job, for sure, and you never know what you’re going to get into. It’s being cautious and safe for 12 hours.” Most of Hodges experience came from patrolling areas where there is limited or no population, but they issued a speeding citation in the first 10 minutes of the ride. Later in the night, Hodges said, they answered a See COUNCILOR on page 3
others who care about the group’s mission of feeding the hungry in the Prosper area. Awards presented at the end of the car show follow: Best Classic Muscle went to David Richard for his 1968 Blue Chevy Camaro; Best Modern Muscle went to Doug Light for his 2017 Corvette Grand Sport; Most Original went to Brandon Psenick for his 1987 Black Chevy IROC; Best Restoration went to Mark Dempsey for his 1940 Green Ford Coupe; Best Custom went to Gordon Crowe for his 1973 Corvette; Best Truck went to Cecil Derrick for his 1952 Gray Chevy Pickup; Best in Show went to Terry Box for his 1955 Purple Chevy; Kids’ Choice went to Mark Dempsey for his 1940 Green Ford Coupe; and the People’s Choice award went to John Prudent for his 1957 Red and White Ford. SEE HOT RODS, page 3
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PT C o m m u n ity C a l e n da r Friday, June 16th
Alcoholics Anonymous: Prosper Country Group meets at 12 p.m. at Prosper United Methodist Church, 205 S. Church St., in Prosper (open discussion meeting). Open Newcomer Meeting 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 17th
Alcoholics Anonymous: Prosper Country Group meets at 7 p.m. at Prosper United Methodist Church, 205 S. Church St., in Prosper (open speaker night).
Sunday, June 18th
Happy Father’s Day!! Alcoholics Anonymous: Prosper Country Group meets in the basement at Prosper United Methodist Church, 205 S. Church St., in Prosper. Women’s group meets at 6:15 p.m. (open meeting). Regular meeting begins at 7:30 (open steps and traditions meeting).
Monday, June 19th
Residential Bulk Trash Pickup: From Preston Rd to Coit. Call 469-452-8000 or email Prosper@wasteconnections.com by 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 16th to be placed on the schedule. Prosper Ladies Tennis Club: Plays Monday nights for all 2.5 and higher players. Contact Michele Williams for more information at m19williams@gmail.com or 469-583-1051. Prosper ISD School Board Meeting: The Board of Trustees meet on the 3rd Monday of
every month at 7:00 p.m. (unless otherwise publicized) at the Central Administration Board Room located at 605 E. 7th St., Prosper, TX 75078. Eagle Volleyball Camp (7th – 9th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $90 Eagle Cross Country/Track Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. $75 Eagle Tennis Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. $75 Eagle Baseball Camp (9th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $90 Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $75 Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (5th – 8th Grade) 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $75 Eagle Volleyball Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. $75 Saint Paul’s Episcopal School – Spanish Destination Camp
Tuesday, June 20th
Prosper Community Library Children’s Program at 11a.m. Children ages 4-12 years old can have fun with Science during this week’s program “Explosions”. Town of Prosper Planning & Zoning Meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at the Town of Prosper Municipal Chambers, 108 W Broadway in Prosper. Eagle Volleyball Camp (7th – 9th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Eagle Cross Country/Track Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Eagle Tennis Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Eagle Baseball Camp (9th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (5th – 8th Grade) 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eagle Volleyball Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saint Paul’s Episcopal School – Spanish Destination Camp
PT IN HIS PRESENCE The Space of Blessing Tom Smith St. Pauls Episcopal You know those people who drive you crazy? Those people you "don't really get along with" (which is probably not what you call them in your head). You need those people. And they need you. Have you noticed how blessing works in the Bible? The same thing doesn't bless the same thing. A man doesn't bless himself. Jesus doesn't even bless himself. Those who are different from each other bless one another.
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Wednesday, June 21st
Eagle Volleyball Camp (7th – 9th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Eagle Cross Country/Track Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Eagle Tennis Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Eagle Baseball Camp (9th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (5th – 8th Grade) 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eagle Volleyball Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saint Paul’s Episcopal School – Spanish Destination Camp
Thursday, June 22nd
Prosper Community Library Story Time, Thursdays at 11 a.m. Ages Birth – 6 years old can enjoy stories, songs and dance. The Prosper Rotary Club: The Club meets Thursday afternoons from 12 - 1 p.m. at the Prosper Independent School District Administration Building (605 E. Seventh St., Prosper, TX 75078). Everyone is welcome. Lunch is $10. Please RSVP by emailing Melody Lehmann (melsmailbox73@gmail. com) if you plan on attending. Eagle Volleyball Camp (7th – 9th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Eagle Cross Country/Track Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Eagle Tennis Camp (3rd – 12th Grade) 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Eagle Baseball Camp (9th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (2nd – 6th Grade) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lady Eagle Soccer Camp (5th – 8th Grade) 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
The Episcopal Church starts a series of readings in Genesis this Sunday. And in it you'll see that God thought the heavens were so great, he created two and didn't bother creating an earth. He thought the sky was so beautiful, he made two of the same skies and didn't bother creating dry land. The sun was so brilliant he made two. Why bother with the moon? Of course, that didn't happen! That's absurd. In order to have life, there must be differences. Without differences, there is no life. What we read in Genesis is that in the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. He created the sun and the moon. He made animals for the water and the land. He made man and woman. And he blessed it all and called it good. In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. He created
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Community Info, Outreach, and Prayer Groups
Cornerstone Assistance Network or North Central Texas is a faith based nonprofit that unites with others the demonstrate Christ’s compassion by serving our neighbors in need. With the help of volunteers, they conduct intakes twice a month where they meet with new and current neighbors to hear their stories, help where they can, and give guidance where they cannot. If you need help, call 972-689-9115 and leave a message. Intakes are done on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information about Cornerstone, visit cornerstonenct.org. Bethlehem Place is Prosper’s only Food Pantry located on the parking lot of Prosper United Methodist Church at Third and Church streets. The food pantry is open for food distribution every Tuesday evening from 6-7 p.m. Bethlehem place greatly appreciates any food or monetary donations to support this organization. Please visit www. bethlehemplace.org for more information Prosper Mom’s in Prayer is open to women who have a heart to pray for their school age children. For more information on Mom’s in Prayer, visit www.momsinprayer. org. For local meeting information for your child’s school, contact either Christy Rubin at 469-995-6061 or Karina Anderson at 214566-7762. Karina is able to answer questions in Spanish as well as English. Prosper Community Library Hours: Monday - Summer Hours will begin Jun 10th: Monday/Wednesday 2 p.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For questions or more information, contact Library Director Leslie Scott at 469-219-2499.
the sun and the moon. He made animals for the water and the land. He made man and woman. And he blessed it all and called it good. Giving a blessing requires difference; requires an "other." You don't bless yourself. You bless one standing opposite from you. And that difference will mean that there are challenges to living together, since we're not all the same. But blessings don't go out unless they go to ones who are different from each other. Are you conservative? Bless Bernie! Are you liberal? Bless Rush Limbaugh! Are you Protestant? Bless those Roman Catholics! Are you Catholic? Tell the Pope I need a blessing! Do you have people you disagree with at church or work or family?
You stand in need of them and they of you. You need their blessing and they need yours. You don't have to agree. You don't have to be the same. You do have to see that the sky needs the earth; the sun needs the moon; man needs woman. God Almighty blesses man. Yet he, needing nothing, also will gratefully receive our blessings. Have any two been more unlike than God and man? Are even the most contentious political opinions so unlike? And yet God blesses us and we bless him. Certainly, there is room for us to bless each other, to live in gratitude of differences, and instead of driving each other away, dwelling near differences. The space between differences is the space of blessing. Rev. Tom Smith is Vicar at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Community Library starts off summer program Joyce Godwin joyce@CedarbrookMedia.com
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Close to 500 people of all ages came to the Prosper Community Library Saturday for the kickoff of the library’s summer program. Library Director Leslie Scott said the attendance was really encouraging to her and her staff to see so many interested in what the library has to offer. Scott says this year the summer program will “explore, play and learn about the many ways science is all around us.” Prosper Police officer Erin Hubbard helps 4-year-old Elijah Roberson with The children’s program is for his fingerprint during the library summer ages 4 through 12 and will meet kick off. The Police Department was on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. The schedule hand to make pictures and fingerprint follows: June 13 — Bubble Magic; files of children for parents to keep on June 20 — Explosions; June 27 hand. Eli’s sister, 7-year-old Kara, looks on and had her finger prints done before — Fire Science (with Prosper Fire Elijah. They are the children of Christo- Department); July 11 — Crystals; pher and Amber Roberson of Prosper.
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Saturday, August 5. The library will have Kona Ice, face painting, stories, crafts and it will be the last day to pick up prizes earned throughout the summer. “We want summer to be full of fun reading for all, so reading goals have been adjusted,” said Scott. “Sign up for Beanstalk and complete reading modules and learning tracks to earn badges, prizes and tickets for prizes.” She explained that Beanstalk is for all ages. Babies, children, teens and adults will enjoy the format, instant rewards, challenges, reviews and tracking. Scott also reminds her patrons to check out the Prosper Book Trail, behind Rucker Elementary, this summer. “Walking has never been so cool,” she says.
of America’s best known paintings, Christina’s World, was created. There is a rich and emotional story of how Andrew Wyeth created his art and the close circle of people that had a great amount of influence on him. This story, like art, has layers and layers of detail, complexities, thoughts, beauty, and even exposes human weakness, strengths, and mistakes. It questions the emotional and physical limitations of everyone, but especially those with a physical disability. Overcoming obstacles is the theme I focused on from A Piece of the World for the supplemental age appropriate readings. Each year, once the adult book is picked, I choose books that explore a similar theme for children of all ages. This year’s picks include: The Jelly Bean Tree by Toni Yuly for the toddler and early readers, The Wild Robot by Peter Brown for the independent reader, Lost in the Sun by Lisa Graff for older independent readers, and Faceless by Alyssa Sheinmel for teen readers. Every one of these stories explores how bravery comes in many forms (often in
unconventional ways), opportunities that form who we are, how we overcome obstacles, and how others in our lives impact dealing with our difficulties. The library has multiple copies of each selection, some in varying forms such as audio and eBook, to check out. Plan to join our One Book, One Town reading this year, and attend a reading club or begin one yourself. The library will hold a few book discussions in the late summer and early fall, but I also find that impromptu discussions among friends and acquaintances are just as good. And just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you can only read A Piece of the World. You too can read the children and teen selections. I believe reading a diverse age group of reading material is just as good as reading your own. The writing for children has never been better, and by reading it alone or with a child, you will be given great opportunities to discuss the stories further. One Book, One Town is a wonderful and unique way to be part of the Prosper community and I hope you will join us!
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July 18 — Engineering (with Bricks 4 Kidz); July 25 — Magnets; August 1 — Space. All programs are free and there is no registration required. For ages birth to 6 years, the library will hold Story Times at 11 a.m. on Thursdays. There will be stories, songs and dance. The schedule is June 15, 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27 and August 3. Fun Friday at Frontier is yet another program the library will be conducting through the summer and this will be at Frontier Park. Every Friday in July at 10 a.m. the science will continue in the pavilion at the park. The schedule follows: July 7 — Water Science; July 14 — Muscle Science; July 21 — Make it Work; July 28 — Art in the Park (bring a shirt to tie dye). Lastly, the Summer Grand Finale will be from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on
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One Book, One Town, but not just one
This is the third year the Prosper Community Library has offered the One Book, One Town program and each year it continues to grow. Unlike most libraries that truly offer one book to read as a community, we offer one adult book and then books with similar themes for all age groups. I believe this is a way that not only the community can come
together in literature, but also families are reading similar topics and I hope it opens up family communication about literature and the world around us. This year’s selection was particularly difficult given how amazing last year’s book pick was. Most all readers seemed to enjoy A Man Called Ove. They loved the story, the man, the other characters, the feelings, and the thought provoking conversations it created. Ove is a tough act to follow, and I hope readers will enjoy this year’s choice as well. A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline is the 2017 One Book, One Town selection. This book haunted me long after I read it. It was one of those stories where I equally liked and disliked the same characters, it had me considering what I would do, prompted me to research the history of the characters and the art, and made me want to make a trip to the Museum or Modern Art in Manhattan, New York to see the piece for myself. A Piece of the World blends facts and fiction to tell the story of how one
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Music in the Park
FROM PAGE ONE Amy Hart was one of those dancing to the music, in this case, with her 3-year-old nephew, Ace. She said they loved the music and the event was really fun. She was there with a large group of people. Hart said she lives in Savannah but Ace lives in Prosper. Fearless By Design was one of the vendors on hand and owner Keidra Norwood had a good selection of jewelry. She said it was a busy event with lots of people and she wants to be a vendor at the next event. Jukes said Cedarbrook is grateful to its sponsors for this and all events. Top sponsors are Prosper Magazine, Prosper Times Newspaper, Town of Prosper, Bodine Orthodontics, Children’s Health Pediatric Group, Dr. Pandey / Methodist McKinney Hospital, SuddenLink, Market Street, Kona Ice, Pinnacle Performance Center, Prosper Family Dentist, Remax Performance Group and Prosper Chamber of Commerce.
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Keidra Norwood stands at her booth for her business, Fearless By Design, during Music in the Park.
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Amy Hart of Savannah dances with her 3-year-old nephew Ace at Frontier Park as the Vegas Stars band played for the Music in the Park Members of the Vegas Stars band perform Saturday at Frontier Park for Music in the Park. event.
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Hot Rods FROM PAGE ONE
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Terry Box gets the “Best in Show” award for his 1955 Purple Chevy.
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Classic cars are lined up along the parking lot at Frontier Park for the judging Saturday morning for the Hot Dogs and Hot Rods event supporting Prosper’s food bank Bethlehem Place.
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This green 1940 Ford Coupe won the “Best Restoration” award at Saturday’s car show. Joyce Godwin | PROSPER TIMES
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FROM PAGE ONE call for noise disturbance. “It showed me how the officers have to deal with both sides of the public, like the complainant and the offender.” There was also a traffic accident on U.S. Highway 380 toward the end of the ride, and Hodges said that reminded him of how dangerous Highway 380 really is. He said he also noticed how well the Prosper and Frisco police departments work together. He didn’t realize how much that happens, but he noticed they have great working relationships and learned that is common among the various towns, especially when they share a border.
Hodges has been on the Town Council now for a few weeks and said he is impressed with how much is going on for the Council. He is coming on board in the middle of several issues and working hard to get up to speed on each one. “They [Council members] have a lot of momentum going on with these topics and I don’t want to disrupt that,” he said. Hodges said he wants to spend some time with the Prosper Fire Department and has already received an invitation from Chief Ronnie Tucker. And he wants to do another ride along.
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He likes to play at the park, he’s going to jump in the pool a lot, he likes Disney and Nickelodeon, I’m fairly certain he used the most mature facial expressions to consider my questions that I’ve ever seen, and he brought Branch the Troll doll to the interview. Tell me about Branch. Well he doesn’t stand up at all, but he sits. So he goes out with you, like the
library? Yes, I sometimes take him with us in the car and to places. Does he sleep with you? Yes, ma’am, when he can. How old are you? 4. So next year will you go to preschool? Actually, I’m in preschool now. What’s your favorite color? Blue and green too. What kind of ice cream do you like? Chocolate! I mean vanilla. Yes vanilla, it’s the goodest ice cream. Do you have a favorite sport? Soccer. I don’t actually play it, I play baseball. I like baseball now too. What is your team’s name? The Bulls Tell me about the University of Texas hat you have on today? Is that a team you like? Yes Do you know someone who went to school there? My dad. My mom went to Auburn. Do you think you’ll go to one of those schools when you get older?
John Prudenti receives the “People’s Choice” award for his 1957 Red and White Ford.
No Where do you think you’ll go? Where my mom tells me to go. But she hasn’t told me yet. Do you have a pet? I have two dogs, Willie and Louie What do you like about your dogs? Well, I like Louie when he lays on my bed because he thinks it’s his bed, but it’s my bed actually. He actually did that today. Louie sleeps on this side and Willie sleeps on this side. And then I sleep where they let me! EDITOR’S NOTE: Prosper Community Library Director Leslie Scott has a unique opportunity for candid discussions with youngster of all ages. She is sharing these experiences through the Prosper Times.
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It is that Time of Year Again!! Let's talk about Mosquitoes. I am generally not a big fan of chemical products that harm our environment and avoid using toxic chemical insect repellents, yet the mosquitoes seem to find me tastier than ever. My profession, however, requires me to be outside around clients’ residences and my solution is to wear what I call my 'DEET sheet', which is an old cotton sheet that had been sprayed with S.C. Johnson's Off — Deep Woods formula. While this is highly effective, it isn't practical for use around kids and some clients, so I did research into safer, natural mosquito repellents. I learned that many so-called natural mosquito repellents don't repel mosquitoes (e.g., ultrasonic electronic devices), but some are backed by reputable research and really do work. Mosquitoes have complex methods of detecting hosts and different types of mosquitoes react to different stimuli. Most mosquitoes are active at dawn and dusk, but there are also mosquitoes that seek hosts during the day. You can avoid being bitten by making sure you aren't attracting mosquitoes, using attractants to lure mosquitoes elsewhere, using repellent and avoiding actions that diminish the effectiveness of the repellent. Mosquito Attractants • Dark Clothing: Many mosquitoes use vision to locate hosts from a distance. Dark clothes and foliage are initial attractants. • Carbon Dioxide: You give off more carbon dioxide when you are hot or have been exercising. A burning candle or other fire is another source of carbon dioxide. • Lactic Acid: You release more lactic acid when you have been exercising or after eating certain foods (e.g., salty foods, high-potassium foods). • Floral or Fruity Fragrances: In addition to perfumes, hair products, and scented sunscreens, watch for the subtle floral fragrance from fabric softeners and dryer sheets. • Skin Temperature: The exact temperature depends on the type of mosquito. Many mosquitoes are attracted to the slightly cooler temperatures of the extremities. • Moisture: Mosquitoes are attracted by perspiration because of the chemicals it contains and also because it increases the humidity around your body. Even small amounts of water (e.g., moist plants or mud puddles) will draw mosquitoes. Standing water also allows mosquitoes to reproduce. Natural Repellents These natural products will effectively repel mosquitoes, but they require more frequent reapplication (at least every 2 hours) and higher concentrations than DEET. Because of the differences between types of mosquitoes, products that contain multiple repellents tend to be more effective than those containing a single ingredient. As you can see, natural repellents tend to be volatile plant oils. • Citronella Oil • Lemon Eucalyptus Oil • Cinnamon Oil
• Castor Oil • Rosemary Oil • Lemongrass Oil • Cedar Oil • Peppermint Oil • Clove Oil • Geranium Oil • Possibly Oils from Verbena, Pennyroyal, Lavender, Pine, Cajeput, Basil, Thyme, Allspice, Soybean, and Garlic Another plant-derived substance, pyrethrum, is an insecticide. Pyrethrum comes from the flowers of the daisy Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium. Things that Lower Repellent Effectiveness • Many Sunscreens • Dilution from Rain, Perspiration, or Swimming • Absorption into the Skin • Evaporation from Wind or High Temperatures Keep in mind that 'natural' does not automatically imply 'safe'. Many people are sensitive to plant oils. Some natural insect repellents are actually toxic. Therefore, although natural repellents provide an alternative to synthetic chemicals, please remember to follow the manufacturer's instructions when using these products. Your back yard favorite spot… Consider some container plantings around that spot that will repel Mosquitoes. All those oils in natural products come from these plants you can buy locally and strategically place around your patio, outdoor living area, or anywhere you enjoy time with family and friends! Plants will include but are not limited to Rosemary, Horsemint, Marigold, Lemon Balm, Citronella, Ageratum, Catnip, Basil, Lemon Thyme and Lavender! Question: Jimmie, My Hydrangea plant seems healthy but has only put out one bloom in the last two years. Do I need a second plant to make it flower?? Thank you for your time, Samantha, L. in Prosper. Answer: Hi Samantha, you do not need a second plant to make a Hydrangea flower. You need ACID!! Hydrangeas are an acidic type plant that need to be fed acid and need very good drainage, they hate "Wet Feet.” After blooming you can cut it back. This fall after it defoliates add 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt to one gallon of water or I cup of Vinegar to a gallon of water and pour around the base of the plant. Repeat this next spring when it’s starting to leaf out. That generally works for us! Also, if you happen to be a coffee drinker you can pour the old grounds around the base of the plant. Any natural form of acid is a great food for those types of plants. Until next time…Happy Gardening!! Jimmie 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 metroplex.
Town to receive new ambulance Joyce Godwin Joyce@CedarbrookMedia.com The Town of Prosper approved the purchase of a new ambulance during Tuesday’s council meeting and also approved an agreement to use Beacon Emergency Services Team P.A. dba BEST ES as its Medical Director. In an email before the meeting, Assistant Fire Chief Stuart Blasingame said, “The physicians are based out of Baylor Medical Center of McKinney. It [this change] will increase the level of education that our guys are currently getting and offer additional certification classes.” The new ambulance will come from Professional Ambulance Sales and Service, the Texas dealer for Horton Emergency Vehicles, through the Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Purchasing Program.
In the regular agenda, the Council held three public hearings. The first was the second of two required hearings to answer a petition from Rhea’s Mill Baptist Church for a voluntary annex of more than 5.7 acres located on the west side of Custer Road, approximately 1,300 feet south of Frontier Parkway. Alex Glushko, Senior Planner for the Town of Prosper, explained that the church owns the property which is currently in an annexation agreement that requires annexation before any development. The church has plans to develop the property in the future so the request is coming now to go through with the voluntary annexation. No one spoke at the public hearing. Next was a public hearing concerning an ordinance for a Specific Use Permit for a Utility Distribution-Transmission Facility on less than an acre of land located on the northeast corner of Fishtrap Road and FM 1385. There was
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One Book One Town Community leaders show support for the Prosper Community Library’s One Book, One Town program for this summer’s reading program. Each one holds one of the chosen books for 2017, A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline. From left on front row is Prosper Town Manager Harlan Jefferson, Community Library Director Leslie Scott and Mayor Ray Smith. Back row: Council members Meigs Miller, Jason Dixon, Curry Vogelsang and Jeff Hodges.
much discussion among councilors about the site of the structure and its planned landscaping. Councilor Kenneth Dugger said he is concerned about the safety of the intersection because he thought the landscaping could obscure motorists’ views. Councilor Meigs Miller said, “We have to screen the structure but then we give up viability.” In the end, the item was approved with no votes against it. The third public hearing was the first to draw dissenting voices from the public. This item requests a variance to the sign ordinance regarding wood frame signs for Tribute Senior Living in the Prosper Town Center development, generally located on the northeast corner of Preston Road and First Street. Andy Franco told the Council he would like the sign to be moved because he can see the sign from his house. “I don’t want to look out my back window and see a sign every day,” Franco said. This item was tabled for a future meeting. In other business, the Council approved a change order to the construction contract for the Town Hall Infrastructure Project and also discussed a proposed amendment to the sign ordinance regarding banner signs. The change order is in the amount of $600,000 for the first phase of installation of the drainage system from the Town Hall site, through the alley behind the homes on the north side of First Street, south on McKinley and stopping at First Street. Prior to the meeting, Councilors showed their support for the Community Library’s One Book One Town program in which each will read the same book and
June 2: Building fire in the 1700 block of Heron, Aubrey; Arcing, shorted electrical equipment in the 200 block of East Broadway Street; Person in distress, other on Eagle Drive at North Coleman Street; Lightning strike (no fire) in the 900 block of Rustic Lane; Public service assistance, other in the 100 block of Collin Court; Lightning strike in the 900 block of Rustic Lane; Motor vehicle accident with injuries on East University Drive and North Custer Road. June 3: False alarm or false call, other in the 800 block of Essex Drive; Smoke detector activation, no fire — unintentional; Dispatched and cancelled en route in the 2600 block of Cedarbrook Lane. June 4: Smoke detector activation due to malfunction in the 1100 Lancashire Lane; EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 1700 block of Stillhouse Hollow Drive. June 5: Dispatched and cancelled en route in the 500 block of East Malone, Celina; Motor vehicle accident with no injuries on U.S. Highway 380 and Providence, Little Elm; Public service assistance, other in the 700 block of Bear Creek Drive. June 6: Motor vehicle accident with injuries on West University Drive and Dallas; EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 400 block of North Street; Odor investigation in the 1700 block of Greenwood Court; EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury. June 7: EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 16200 block of Amistad; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 27000 block of East University, Little Elm; Smoke detector activation due to malfunction in the 2300 block of Cold Water Drive; Dispatched and cancelled en route in the 1300 block of Crooked Stick Drive; Building fire in the 900 block of Coral Ridge Court; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 500 block of North Ohio, Celina; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 1100 block of East Prosper Trail; Alarm system sounded due to malfunction in the 1200 block of North Preston Road; Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire on CR 51 at FM 428, Celina; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 3300 block of Twin Lakes Drive, Celina; Dispatched and cancelled en route in the 4900 block of Still Meadow, Celina; Motor vehicle accident with injuries on North Teel Parkway at Prosper Road. June 8: EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 300 block of East Second Street; Motor vehicle accident
with injuries in the 27100 block of East University, Little Elm; Motor vehicle accident with injuries on West University Drive at FM 720, Little Elm; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 300 block of East Third Street; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 27000 block of East University, Little Elm. June 9: EMS call excluding accident with injury in the 5600 block of Exeter Drive; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury on West University Drive and FM 1385; Building fire in the block of 1000 Cheyenne, Oakpoint; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 1500 block of East First Street; Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1700 Winding Creek Road; Alarm system sounded due to malfunction in the 600 block of Michelle Court; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 4300 block of East University Drive; Motor vehicle accident with injuries on West University Drive and South Teel. June 10: Emergency medical service in the 27000 block of East University, Little Elm; Motor vehicle accident with no injuries on West University Drive at South Teel Parkway; Lock out in the 1200 block of Chandler Circle; Fire in motor home, camper, recreational vehicle in the 1900 block of FM 1385, Aubrey; Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire in the 200 block of South Main Street. June 11: Smoke detector activation due to malfunction in the 8800 block of Prestonview Drive; Smoke detector activation due to malfunction in the 1000 block of Woodview Drive; Assist police or other governmental agency in the 2100 block of West Prosper Trail. June 12: EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 900 block of Waterview Drive; Dispatched and cancelled en route in the 1500 block of East University Drive; Public service assistance in the 1500 block of East First Street; EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 2100 block of West Yorkshire Drive; EMS call excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 4300 block of Woodbine Lane; Odor investigation in the 1200 block of Amsted Drive; Smoke investigation in the 200 block of North Ridge Trail. June 13: Public service assistance in the 400 block of Komron Court; Smoke detector activation due to malfunction in the 700 block of Berkshire Drive; EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury in the 1100 block of Millers Creek Drive.
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Firefighter Colby Rogers extinguishes a small residential fire on Coral Ridge Ct. Both Prosper FD and Frisco FD were on scene.
participate in discussions about this year’s selection A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline. Then at the beginning of the meeting the Town of Prosper was honored with a presentation of the State and Local Government Benefits Association Award for Exemplary Efforts in benefits to members of the Human Resources staff.
The Town of Prosper was honored in Tuesday’s Town Council meeting with a presentation of the State and Local Government Benefits Association Award for Exemplary Efforts in benefits to members of the Human Resources staff. Accepting the award are from left Council Member Jason Dixon, Mayor Ray Smith, Director of Human Resources Baby Raley and Council Member Curry Vogelsang.
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Achieve steakhouse-worthy results at home with these tips from Omaha Steaks Executive Chef Grant Hon. 1. Proper preparation. Clean and heat your grill to high. Make sure to oil grates after cleaning. 2. Prepare your steaks. Pat steaks dry and season food before grilling. Use sea salt and freshly cracked pepper or a complete steak seasoning or rub. 3. Searing. Sear steaks over high heat and avoid moving them before they’re fully seared on all sides to protect flavor and juiciness.
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Frontier Park Construction to Yield Impressive Improvements
Renee Marler Renee@ CedarbrookMedia.Com If you have driven down Frontier Parkway the last few months, no doubt you've seen the construction of the field improvements happening to Frontier Park in Prosper. The $11 million enhancements will bring additional active and passive spaces to the park, addressing the recreational needs of the growing Prosper population. Frontier Park North, the area under
construction by Dean Construction, is located along Frontier Parkway, a quarter mile west of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail line. Improvements will include three youth baseball-softball fields and two multi-purpose lighted fields for soccer, lacrosse or football, all with artificial turf. The grounds will also have a hike and bike trail, playground, covered pavilion for community events, pedestrian bridge and additional parking. Hellas Construction, who partnered with Prosper ISD eight years ago on the Prosper High
School football field, baseballsoftball fields, track and tennis courts, is completing the project. Randy Bullock, vice president of business development with Hellas said in a statement, “We are excited and feel very fortunate that they chose us again.” The baseball-softball combo fields and the multi-purpose fields will both use Hellas’ patented Matrix® Turf with Helix technology and patented Realfill™ infill. “It’s the same turf we installed for the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium and ‘The Stars’ practice facility,”
Bullock said. “Kids will be able to play a wide-variety of sports and they will be able to host league play and tournaments. They are going to see a lot of play and have a lot of fun.” The multi-purpose fields will also feature the Hellas Cushdrain® Shock Pad, which will improve shock absorption, while resisting rot, mildew, freeze-thaw, and compression set that is associated with normal athletic field use. “It’s added safety for kids by improving shock absorption, which may reduce concussions,” said Bullock.
The Cushdrain elastic layer also improves drainage of the field, reducing downtime of the fields after heavy rains, and resulting in fewer cancelled games. Currently, Frontier Park includes a five-plex of baseball and softball fields, a soccer complex with 11 soccer fields, five freestanding backstops, four batting cages, a pond with jogging track, the community-built Windmill playground, a pavilion with electricity, a splash ground and restroom accommodations. According to the Town of Prosper Engineering Department weekly construction update, the field crews are continuing to work fabric and rock on the multi-purpose fields. The lighting contractor has begun grilling piers for field lighting. Weather permitting, dirt crews will prepare sub grade for paving and the utility contractor continues to work on finishing drainage improvements and the pavilion. The foundation of the concession building has been poured and mow bands will soon be installed around fields two, three and four. The splash pad, adjacent to the playground, is not affected by the construction and is open daily now through Labor Day weekend. “The Frontier Park North expansion is an exciting project that will add much-needed sports and leisure options for all residents,” says Dudley Raymond, Prosper’s Director of Parks and Recreation. “Frontier Park is a stellar facility and the north field improvements, amenities and parking addition will allow for even more Prosper residents to make use of the park and its features.” The Frontier Park North expansion is partially funded through Collin County’s Open Space Assistance Program and a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant. Construction will continue through 2017, with the project scheduled for completion in time for use in the spring of 2018.
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Junior, PHS & TEAM USA Basketball Jordyn, “just a kid from Prosper” as she says, was selected as one of 12 young ladies to represent Team USA in Argentina this week. The team brought home a GOLD Medal! Congrats, Jordyn and Team USA! Photos courtesy of @J_Ollie33
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State Within Reach for New Prosper Cross Country Coach Renee Marler Renee@CedarbrookMedia.Com Prosper cross country is no stranger to State appearances, but if new Head Coach Jennifer Gegogeine has her wish, the team will not only place, but will come out champions. Gegogeine, pronounced “ja-goin”, comes to Prosper most recently from The Woodlands College Park. Gegogeine attended Purdue University and graduated from Ball State College in Indiana with a degree in Sports Marketing. After college, she worked for the Houston Rockets for two years before starting her teaching career at Magnolia West High School. In her time at Magnolia West, she led the team to receive numerous varsity accolades and was named 2007 District 18-4A Coach of the Year. Gegogeine is now in her 15th year of teaching, but she has been involved in long distance running for many years. She ran her first half-marathon when she was just in 8th grade. “I just love it,” said Gegogeine.
“I have now run nine marathons all over including the Chicago and Boston Marathons.” She is excited to be in Prosper because she loves the community feel and this will put her closer to her nieces and nephews who live in the Dallas area. Gegogeine is also very optimistic about the current Prosper Cross Country team of athletes. The Girls Cross Country team took second in State in 2016 and with only a couple of graduates from last year's team, Gegogeine has some lofty goals coming in to her first year in Prosper. “I think our girls can absolutely be the State Champions and I am confident our boys can be true competitors at the State level,” she said. The first meet of the season will be the legendary Greenhill 6-Mile Relay on August 26, 2017 at Norbuck Park in Dallas. The race, in it's 33rd year, is one of the longest running cross country events in the State of Texas and features eight different races in four categories with a pair of hay bale obstacles along the course.
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Talonette Officers “Sea's the Day” at Camp Line Puts Moves in Motion
Renee Marler Renee@CedarbrookMedia.com The 2017-2018 Prosper High School Talonettes had an exciting week of camps and squad bonding. Dance officers Captain Katie Ottenbreit, Lt. Captain Sydney Aron and Jr. Lieutenants Hannah Hassenfratz, Maddie Johnson and Lizzie Ramsden, along with social officers President Lindsey Stewart, VP Haley Hatfeld, Secretary Melanie Mertzlufft, Chaplain Susie Dyer and Historian Rachel Lance attended Crowd Pleasers Officer Camp at the DFW Hyatt Regency Airport Hotel. The theme for this year's camp was “Sea's the Day” so everything was boats, anchors and ocean. “The week was filled with seminars, workshops and, of course, lots of dancing,” said Coach Cali Hoffman The cutting-edge dance camp is designed to identify and unpack leadership roles for dance teams by allowing hands-on training by utilizing the latest motivational ideas, leadership sessions, leveled technique classes and modern routines choreographed just for them. The dance officers were evaluated on a technique compulsory they had to learn from video before camp. They were also evaluated on a camp dance routine chosen by Crowd Pleasers staff as well as a choreography project they created on their own. Crowd Pleasers was the first to offer a separate Social Officer portion of camp specifically created to equip them with the skills to serve as positive and compassionate leaders as well as assist them in achieving the goal of being the creative minds behind the team. The Socials were given many projects to put together while at camp to have presented at the appropriately themed name, "shellabration". All campers, staff members and directors attended the shellabration to view all of the Social Officer projects. Final camp awards are presented for overall achievement, teamwork and completion of projects. The Talonette Dance Officers were awarded Uplifting Award, Gold Category Award and Elite Performance Circle Award. Social Officers won awards for Professional Pinterest Socials and Outstanding Socials. Piggybacking off the momentum from officer camp, the entire Talonette line joined together for camp this week at Reynolds Middle School. Award winning MA Dance company choreographer Clayton Cross and Kilgore Rangerette Hannah Burns hosted a private camp Monday through Wednesday from 8:30 A.M to 5:00 P.M. for the line to prepare them for football season. At the camp, they work on learning pep rally and field routines. “The dances are very exciting, high level and very high energy,” said Burns. “And the girls are really doing great, they are picking everything up so quickly we are impressed.” But the work doesn't stop when Cross and Burns leave. Thursday and Friday, the girls continued working on perfecting techniques learned as well as team building. After a very long week of training, the Talonettes performed a “Show-Off” for family and friends of the dances they learned. Watch for this talented team of dancers at the Halftime Show on the football field this fall!
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Talonette Dance Officers Maddie Johnson, Katie Ottenbreit, Sydney Aron and Hannah Hassenfratz on Day 1 of Crowd Pleasers Officer Camp
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Talonettes Dance Officers Maddie Johnson, Hannah Hassenfratz, Katie Ottenbreit, Sydney Aron and Lizzie Ramsden taking a quick break on Day 2 of Crowd Pleasers Officers Camp
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Talonette Captain Katie Ottenbreit and Jr. Lieutenants Hannah Hassenfratz and Lizzie Ramsden work with choreographers at Line Camp this week.
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Talonette Historian Rachel Lance in perfect form at Line Camp this week.
PISD Camps in Full Swing Renee Marler Renee@CedarbrookMedia.com Hundreds of Prosper kids filed onto the track, fields and courts this week for the second week of PISD sports camps. The various basketball, tennis, baseball, cross country and track camps started at 8 a.m., with the last one ending at 3 p.m. Each camp is run by Prosper coaches and assisted by PHS students or recent graduates. The camps are designed to offer something for all skill levels, from the basics for beginners all the way up to improving skill and technique for more advanced athletes. At the tennis camp this week, more than 40 future tennis stars made their way out to the courts at Prosper High School to learn the backhand, backswing, returns and more.
Prosper Cross Country coach Jennifer Gegogeine had approximately 40 athletes show up early at 8 a.m. The Cross Country and Track camp gives a broad overview of the different track and field events such as hurdles, long jump, triple jump, shotput and discus, as well as long-distance running. Conditioning is a large part of each of the camps and because safety is a top priority, the Prosper coaches want to make sure everyone attending the camps brings plenty of water to stay hydrated. Next week PISD will host camps for Baseball, Cross Country & Track, Tennis, Strength and Conditioning, Lady Eagle Soccer, and Volleyball. Lady Eagle soccer coach, Rafael Flores says, “We try to teach many technical aspects of the game through exciting and dynamic games.” For a complete list of camps offered, along with dates, times and registration information, please visit www.prosper-isd.net.
Talonette Jr. Lieutenant Maddie Johnson is all smiles during Line Camp choreography rehearsal this week.
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