KLAK ON THE TOWN
KLAK EVENTS
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Pet Of The Week
Every week we will feature a new pet of the week from the McKinney SPCA.
Click here to find your next furry friend.
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2012 Relay For Life Events
Relay For Life is a life-changing event that helps communities across the globe celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. Look for your community's event below and join the fight!
2012 Relay For Life of Allen TX
5/18/2012
06:00PM at Allen High School Track
For more information, click here.
2012 Relay For Life of Grayson County TX
May 18-19, 2012
07:00PM at Denison High School
For more information, click here.
2012 Relay For Life of Fannin County TX
June 8-9, 2012
7:00PM at Warrior Stadium
For more information, click here.
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Community Block Party!
Fairview Baptist Church
Sunday, May 20, 2012
4pm – 6pm
Free food and games! Everyone is welcome!
www.fairviewsherman.com
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McKinney Rep Theater
Two One Act Comedies/Farces by Peter Shaffer
May 25, 26 and June 1-3, 2012
The McKinney Performing Arts Center
A former Baroness posing as a fortune teller or is it a fortune teller posing as a Baroness advises the lead singer of a rock band and his manager on their future in "White Liars".
"Black Comedy" is an evening in the life of an aspiring artist tying to impress an art buyer and his fiancee's father. He and his fiancee "borrow" furnishings from his out-of-town neighbor's apartment to jazz up his. Everything goes wrong when the fuses blow, causing a series of hilarious mishaps.
For Tickets call 214 544 4630
More information at www.mckinneyrep.org
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The 2012 Smiles Charity Concert and Festival
The 2012 Smiles Charity Concert and Festival
Sunday May 27, 2012
5:00-10:00 pm
Adriatica outdoor concert venue.
Net proceeds from this year’s event will help build mortgage-free homes for Andrew Litz and Augie Pena. Please visit http://www.smilescharity.org/ for more information about how these two patriots not only served their country in combat, but also as hometown heroes upon their returns.
This year’s headlining act is Grammy nominee David Nail. Also appearing on stage will be local favorites Maylee Thomas Band and teen band sensation, Lantic.
Look for a flyover by WWII era planes; kids’ area with bounce houses, games, and activities; local food and drink vendors; veterans’ wall dedicated to fallen Texas military heroes; and spectacular fireworks display. While admission is free, Smiles Charity will be accepting donations throughout the event to help build homes for severely wounded veterans.
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2nd Annual Give Them Wings Softball Tournament
The Melissa Education Foundation 2nd Annual Give Them Wings Softball Tournament
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Zadow Park in Melissa, TX
The Melissa Education Foundation would like to invite you to play at our 2nd Annual Give Them Wings Softball Tournament, raising monies for student scholarships and teaching grants!
You can find the registration form online at www.melissaeducationfoundation.com under MEF Forms. We are also looking for inning sponsorships for the playoff game. Any team that brings a sponsor of $500 or more will receive free hotdogs during the tournament for each registered team player (limit 4 per day per registered team player)!!!! If you have any questions please contact Kellie Maynard at kmaynard@melissaisd.org.
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Sherman Public Library Summer Reading Club Kickoff
Thursday, May 31
5:00-6:00 PM
421 North Travis Street Sherman, TX 75090
Sherman Public Library Summer Reading Club Kickoff Kids are invited to sign up for the Summer Reading Club, decorate a puzzle and make a detective badge on Thursday, May 31 from 5:00-6:00 PM. Children and teens can track their reading this summer to win free books and other cool prizes! The Sherman Library offers a variety of fun free programs for all ages! Visit www.barr.org for more information.
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Lemonade Days 2012
June 8, 9 and 10!
Founded by Alex Scott (1996-2004) in 2004, Lemonade Days is a three day national event that grew out of Alex's front yard lemonade stand, and is held every year over the same June weekend. During Lemonade Days, dedicated volunteers host thousands of Alex's Lemonade Stands across the country, raising over $1 million for childhood cancer research in one weekend. June 2012 will mark the 9th Annual Lemonade Days with an estimated 10,000 volunteers at over 2,000 Alex’s Lemonade Stands around the nation making a difference for children with cancer.
For more information, visit www.AlexsLemonade.org.
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Building Smiles Foundation at Dr Pepper Ballpark
Friday, June 22, 2012
7:00 PM
Come Enjoy an Evening of Fun & Excitement with Building Smiles Foundation!
Family Tickets are only $20!
What’s included a ticket in the Bullpen section, a Limited-Edition RoughRiders hat, All-you-can-eat hotdogs, brats, nachos, and Dr Pepper products at the Riders Grab ‘n Go
Don’t get left out of the lineup… Bring your friends and family out for a great night!
For more info, please visit www.buildingsmiles.org or contact
Bret Coe: 214-533-7512 coeb@buildingsmiles.org
David Guerra: 214.464.5430 david.guerra@buildingsmiles.org
Charles Anderson: 972-979-4912 ca8172@buildingsmiles.org
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NEDAwareness
NEDAwareness
Did you know that eating disorders are one of the most common chronic illnesses in young girls and affect more than one million men and boys? Eating disorders can be deadly, but there is help and recovery is possible. For more information and treatment referrals, visit the National Eating Disorders Association at NationalEatingDisorders.org or call our toll-free, national Helpline at 800-931-2237.
NationalEatingDisorders.com
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Volunteer McKinney Center
To find a volunteer opportunity near you check out the Volunteer McKinney Center.
972/542-0679 or by e-mail at volunteermck@sbcglobal.net or Web Site www.volunteermckinney.org
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Shelter Needs Volunteers
Volunteer manpower is needed at the Collin County Animal Shelter in McKinney.
Please go to the shelter and fill out volunteer form and let them know what days and hours you can be there.
They need Monday through Saturday, address and hours
Collin County Animal Services
4750 Community Blvd.
Collin County Justice Complex
McKinney, TX 75071
Phone: 972-547-7292 Fax: 972-547-7290
(to inquire about an animal email is the best if no response then call)
Shelter Hours:
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday
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CASA Volunteers
CASA Volunteer Advocates may offer the only stable relationship these children experience as they move from foster homes to permanent placement.
They speak for the best interests of the child after research, review, and, most importantly, learning the wishes of the child.
They are thoroughly trained in courtroom procedure, social services, juvenile justice system and the special needs of these vulnerable children.
They are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court.
Last year in Collin County, more than 750 children were removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect or abandonment, trapped in the court and child welfare maze.
To volunteer, contact the CASA office. www.casaofcollincounty.org
CASA of Collin County is headquartered in McKinney Texas, near the downtown square at 101 E. Davis St. 972.529.2272 or by fax at 972.529.2275.
Offices are open Mon-Fri from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
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SPCA of McKinney
SPCA Volunteer Opportunity:
Animal Ambassadors ensure that the mission of the organization is met. This program ensures the animals receive exceptional care while they wait for their forever homes by allowing volunteers to assist staff with several different tasks in the shelter.
You must be 18 years old, if 12 - 17 years old you must volunteer with a parent or guardian. We ask for a time commitment of 8 hours to be fulfilled within two months of attending the new volunteer orientation. There are four shifts to choose from seven days a week: 8:30-10:30am, 12-2pm, 2-4pm, and 4-6pm. You will have the opportunity to schedule your shifts once the volunteer process is complete.
Once this time commitment is fulfilled you can move on to other programs such as Foster, Adoption Counseling, TLC (Tender Loving Care), and much more or continue in this program. Other programs require additional training. Please visit www.spca.org to submit a volunteer application and learn more.
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Collin County Committee on Aging
The demand for the Agency’s services have more than tripled in the past seven years while funding has remained flat due to the strain of the current economy. Weekend and evening meal deliveries have been suspended due to lack of funds.
Senior meal sponsorships are always gratefully accepted: $27.50 will buy a senior’s noon meal for one week and $110.00 for one month. You may mail your donation to 600 N. Tennessee Street, McKinney, TX 75069 or donate online at www.cccoaweb.org.
Donors can donate directly online and volunteers can call (972) 562-6996 ext. 125.
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Children and Community Health Center of McKinney
Children & Community Health Center of McKinney provides basic healthcare services to individuals living in McKinney and northern Collin County (including Allen and Frisco). Patients receive basic healthcare, some medications, lab work and some x-rays at no charge.
CHILDREN are seen Tuesday evenings at 5:15. No appointment is necessary, but children must be registered (see below) or parent must bring registration documentation WITH THEM AT THE TIME THE CHILD IS SEEN.
Parents may also call weekdays (except Wednesday) between 9:00 and 11:30 AM for a daytime appointment at 972-547-0606.
ADULTS are seen by appointment only. Adult clinics are held Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday evenings, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please note that there is a waiting list for new patients.
WOMEN’S WELLNESS CLINICs are offered by referral from one of our regular clinics only.
http://www.cchc-vim.org/default.aspx
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Oklahoma Blood Donations
For a list of blood donation locations and events please check out the Oklahoma Blood Institute.
Anyone who is 16 years old* and generally in good health can donate blood. Blood donations can be made every 56 days. Oklahoma Blood Institute is the ninth largest, non-profit blood center in America, supplying blood to 131 medical facilities in Oklahoma , including Atoka County Medical Center .
For more information or to make an appointment, contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit us at www.obi.org.
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DivorceCare Seminars
DivorceCare, a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing divorce and separation, will be held on Saturday April 23, 2011 with a three video, group discussion then will continue each Thursday night at 6:30pm through June 30, 2011 at the First Baptist Church of Sherman.
The First Baptist Church of Sherman is located at 400 S. Travis St.
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The Salvation Army
There are many ways you can donate to The Salvation Army. Dropping money in the red kettle at Christmas is only one of them. Contact your local Salvation Army to find out how to help. Visit www.uss.salvationarmy.org
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The Samaritan Inn
The Samaritan Inn was established in 1984 after community leaders joined together to address the issue of homelessness in Collin County. Twenty four years later, The Samaritan Inn is still the only homeless shelter in a county of over 700,000 residents.
All services are provided free of charge through funding made from donations by churches, service organizations, corporations, and individuals. For more information check out www.thesamaritaninn.org
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Narconon
Each year individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction make the resolution to quit using drugs. For many of them it is a resolution that they cannot keep. Addicts go through the loss associated with addiction and their families feel helpless as to what to do about the situation.
Narconon Arrowhead can help! Narconon offers free counseling, assessments and referrals to rehabilitation centers nationwide. Call today at 1-800-468-6933 or log onto www.stopaddiction.com
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives fees for servicemen
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will continue to waive day use and camping fees for active service military personnel and DoD civilians who are on mid- or post-deployment (reintegration) leave from duty involving deployments in support of Overseas Contingency Operations.
The waiver will be applied to day use and camping fees. Fees will be waived on a walk-up and space available basis, as well as for reservations made through the National Recreation Reservation Service call center at 1-877-444-6777. However, fees will not be waived for on-line reservations made through Recreation.gov.
For more information on Corps recreation sites and activities, visit www.CorpsLakes.us.
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