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May 26, 2010 :: James Muns with Robbie and Lynore Robinson
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  • The Arts of Collin County celebrated the generous support of many corporate donors and individuals who all recognize the significant benefit of creating an arts park and performing arts hall here in our area.  During a reception on Wednesday, May 26 at TPC Craig Ranch clubhouse, the Arts of Collin County welcomed honored guests; legendary arts patron, Ebby Halliday, Mark Nerenhausen, CEO of AT&T Performing Arts Center, and announced a major commitment by Fannin Tree Farm (click here for the press release).  We also recognized other new donations from Frito-Lay North America, Jim and Marian Lokey, Encore Wire and Hillwood Development.
     
April 8, 2010 :: Bob and Teresa Allen
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  • On April 8, 2010, Martha and Larry Hansard presented 'Wine & Art' at Stonebriar Country Club to benefit the Arts of Collin County. 
Business for the Arts Luncheon :: Business for the Arts
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  • The "Business for the Arts" luncheon, sponsored by The Westin Stonebriar, Darling Homes, Hall Office Park, AT&T, Mario Sinacola & Sons and Skai Floral, brought together more than 190 business leaders from across North Texas and featured keynote speakers Holly Reed, Regional Vice President of External Affairs for AT&T, Bernard Weinstein, Ph.D., Associate Director of the Maguire Energy Institute at Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist Universty and Arts of Collin County Executive Director Mike Simpson. 
Arts for the Arts Breakfast :: Arts Breakfast
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  • The 'Arts for the Arts' breakfast sponsored by The Westin Stonebriar connected more than 40 arts groups and advocates from North Texas to build an arts support network that will continue to grow as the Arts of Collin County comes to life. 
January 21, 2010 :: New Board Member Sandra Yancey
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  • Board President Bob Baggett presents newest member Sandra Yancey with a Certificate of Appointment to the Arts of Collin County Commission as an At Large Member at the January 21 meeting. 
December 17, 2009 :: Volunteer Appreciation Reception
November 23, 2009 :: New ACC President, Bobby Baggett, Vice President Betty Muns and James Muns with donors Beverly and Jerry Lancaster.
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  • The home of Ralph and Susan Stow was the lovely setting for the announcment last week of the generous gift of $250,000 from Beverly and Jerry Lancaster to the BRAVO! Capital Campaign.  The Lancaster's are Plano residents and have long been committed to supporting the arts in their community.  The Stow's graciously opened their home and hosted a lovely holiday reception.  Dr. Doohi Lee, another major Arts of Collin County supportor,  provided musical entertainment for the evening.

     
November 3, 2009 :: Co-host James Muns with guest
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  • Kenneth and Barbara Dickerson and James and Betty Muns hosted an art inspired reception at Glen Eagles Country Club for the Arts of Collin County.  Guests heard from executive director, Mike Simpson, about the progress of the project. 
October 2, 2009 :: Mark Fruehan with guests Ron and Kathleen Zimmer
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  • Hostesses Cherie Fruehan and Maureen Davis entertained with flair at a dinner party for the Arts of Collin County at the Fruehan home. 
October 1, 2009 :: Oct1st
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  • Mike Simpson, Executive Director of the Arts of Collin County joined Paul Wageman, Chairman, NTTA Board of Directors and William Meadows, Texas Transportation Commissioner, celebrated the opening of Segment 3 (Custer to Hardin Rd) of the Sam Rayburn Tollway on October 1st.  The Sam Rayburn Tollway borders the Arts of Collin County site on the north and will provide quick and easy access to the arts park and arts hall for residents coming to enjoy our own "Central Park" from throughout north Texas. 
September 24, 2009 :: Chamberlain Ballerinas greeted guests as they arrived.
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  • ACC at Bachendorfs

    Friends of the ACC gathered at Bachendorfs At The Shops at Legacy for the auctioning of a Hearts of Fire Diamond Necklace donated to help raise funds.  Photographs by Sam Bick.

     
August 27, 2009 :: Aug27th
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  • ACC at Gary Riggs Interiors

    Fun times were had by all, as 200 friends of ACC gathered at Gary Riggs Interiors for fabulous food, fantastic entertaining and fundraising!

     
August 7, 2009 :: Aug7th
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  • ACC Night at the Frisco RoughRiders

    Over 200 people joined us for ACC Night at the Frisco RoughRiders. We all had a great time watching an exciting game, enjoying delicious food, and ended the evening with magnificent fireworks.

     
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  • The Road to the Arts is Open

    Over 80 people gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting for Exchange Parkway which goes through the heart of the Arts of Collin County 100 plus acre site. By the end of the year, ALL roads leading to the arts hall and park will be completed.

     
July 26, 2009 :: Jul26
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  • Evening with ACC held at the Pryor Home

    Co-hosted by Jack and Donna Pryor, Bridget and Clark Lund, and Carolyn and Bill Short, approximately 50 people gathered to enjoy dessert and gelato donated by Paciugo Frisco South, live music from Frisco ISD orchestra directors and a visit with Mike Simpson for an update on the project.